Twenty local bands will play on more than a dozen porches in Historic Springfield – Jacksonville’s oldest existing and original front-porch neighborhood –  along a walkable route. www.jacksonvilleporchfest.org

Catholic Charities Jacksonville will partner with Ovinté for a wine and food tasting fundraiser event with more than 200 wines to taste and purchase and 26 food vendors. Performing live will be The Chris Thomas Band. (904) 224-0062

Patriotic music by Navy Band Southeast, pre-order picnic dinners available or bring your own; water, beer, wine available for purchase. Sales benefit Memorial Park Association. Go to www.eventbrite.com to pre-order meal ((click on Discover, then Category, Music).

A political power couple will come to Jacksonville as a part of the Florida Forum Series. The event will benefit the Women’s Board of Wolfson Children’s Hospital. (904) 202-2886 or www.womensboardwch.com

The tasting of signature dishes prepared by local chefs and the bidding for a private meal preparation will benefit the March of Dimes. Tickets are $150 and Tables are $1,800. (904) 398-2821 or www.marchofdimes.org

Carnival games, a mechanical bull, rock wall, Ferris wheel, zip line, food, and more will be located on the school grounds. (904) 387-2841

Guests will be served a simple meal by local celebrities. Take home a bowl that was handmade by Jacksonville area senior citizens or students. Individual tickets are $30, non-profit tables are $300 and corporate tables are $600. (904) 353-3663 or www.wenourishhope.org

More than 60 vendors will gather to benefit the Junior League of Jacksonville. Tickets are $7 for individuals and $10 for couples. (904) 387-9927

Fundraiser to celebrate the river and support the organization’s advocacy, outreach, and education programs. (904) 256-7591 or www.stjohnsriverkeeper.org

Volunteers will package more than 500,000 meals of rice and beans or mac ‘n cheese. All participants will receive a goody bag valued at over $150. www.hungerfight.org