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Aug
1
Thu
Helen Ashmead Art Exhibit @ Jewish Community Alliance Vandroff Art Gallery
Aug 1 @ 8:00 AM – Aug 28 @ 5:00 PM

“Beauties of Our World,” an exhibit of paintings and prints depicting flowers, animals, river scenes, and angels by artist Helen Ashmead will be on display August 1 through August 28, 2019 in the Vandroff Art Gallery of the Jewish Community Alliance.

Hours are Mon – Thurs 5:30 AM – 9:30 PM, Fri – 5:30 AM – 5 PM, Sat – 1 PM – 6 PM, Sun 8 AM – 6 PM.  (904) 730-2100  http://www.jcajax.org

Aug
7
Wed
Agent Orange Town Hall @ Adam W. Herbert University Center, UNF, Board of Trustees Meeting Room
Aug 7 @ 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Registered attendees will receive a custom gift bag.

9 a.m. – Breakfast

Welcome & Introductions

Pledge of Allegiance & Blessing

Video

Keynote Speaker

Subject Matter Expert Panel

Veteran Recognition Ceremony

Sponsored by UNF, Community Hospice Veterans Partnership, and Vietnam Veterans of America

Books for the Bold @ Bold Bean Coffee
Aug 7 @ 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Books for the Bold is a monthly read-your-own-books discussion group hosted by staff from the Willowbranch Library. Read a book that fits the monthly theme and then come talk about it over coffee at Bold Bean!

June theme: Books by or about LGBT+ people

Aug
8
Thu
Young Children Read, Play, and Learn @ Bill Brinton Murray Hill Library
Aug 8 @ 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM

This program is for children birth to 5 years with an adult caregiver. The program includes stories, books, fingerplays, nursery rhymes, and songs that promote language development, vocabulary building, and comprehension. 

All programs are free and open to the public.

Public Garden Tours at The Cummer @ The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens
Aug 8 @ 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Free with Paid Admission, No registration required

Join the Museum every Tuesday and Thursday for a guided tour of the historic Cummer Gardens, beginning in the Museum lobby.

Hemming Park Walking Club Kick-off @ Hemming Park
Aug 8 @ 11:30 AM – 12:00 PM

Beginning Thursday, January 10th, join us every Tuesday and Thursday at 11:30 a.m. for a fast-paced 30-minute walk in downtown Jacksonville, led by Friends of Hemming Park staff. We will meet near the “Opposing Forces” sculpture in Hemming Park at the corner of  Monroe and Laura Streets. Our route will change daily, and we will visit a variety of Jacksonville landmarks during this fun, free, twice-weekly event. For more information, email [email protected]

Aug
9
Fri
Stories for Young Children @ Willowbranch Library
Aug 9 @ 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM

This program is for children birth to 5 years with an adult caregiver. The program includes stories, books, fingerplays, nursery rhymes, and songs that promote language development, vocabulary building, and comprehension.

1-on-1 Tech Tutoring @ Willowbranch Library
Aug 9 @ 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM

One-on-one assistance with downloadable media, email, the Internet, online applications, and basic technology instruction. For downloadable media support, please bring your charged laptop or mobile device. Times and locations vary. You can now sign up for your appointment online at https://jpl.libcal.com/booking/techtutor. Please visit or call your local branch if you need help booking an appointment.

1-on-1 Tech Tutoring @ Willowbranch Library
Aug 9 @ 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM

One-on-one assistance with downloadable media, email, the Internet, online applications, and basic technology instruction. For downloadable media support, please bring your charged laptop or mobile device. Times and locations vary. You can now sign up for your appointment online at https://jpl.libcal.com/booking/techtutor. Please visit or call your local branch if you need help booking an appointment.

Pastel Drawing Class @ Murray Hill Art Class
Aug 9 @ 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM

This is an ongoing class that meets every Friday for all artists levels. The class will focus on pastels, materials and techniques.

Students will work from a live model and still life setups on a rotating basis using various types of soft pastels and supports. Check our website for the recommended supply list.

Questions can be directed to Kevin Arthur @ 904-327-7439