Memorial Park Oktoberfest 2014
Despite a somewhat soggy start on Friday night, Memorial Park was transformed for two days into a German beer hall with traditional Oktoberfest beer, food and live music, creating an authentic Bavarian experience. Guests enjoyed traditional Oktoberfest songs, yodeling, slap-dancing and more by the Swinging Bavarians. Sponsored by the Memorial Park Association as a fundraiser […]
Area road closures Sept 27 – Oct 3
I-95 Overland Bridge between Fuller Warren Bridge and Emerson Street Nighttime lane closures from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. from Park Street to Atlantic Boulevard for roadway/bridge construction. Nighttime lane closures from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. on the I-95 access roads from the Main Street/Acosta Expressway to Atlantic Boulevard for bridge construction. Nighttime closure […]
Public Hearing for Main Street Bridge Closure
1st Place Sports has alerted walkers and runners to a public hearing tomorrow afternoon. The City of Jacksonville is considering closing the ramp from Independent Drive to the Main Street Bridge. This will affect the Main Street and Acosta Bridge loop. A public meeting has been scheduled for this Thursday, September 25th to consider a proposal by […]
Local HAPPENINGS for May 2014
American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life Sat., May 3, noon, Riverside Park, 753 Park Street Join the overnight celebration as track walkers keep the light moving. For more information, visit relayforlife.org 3rd Annual RAP Bootlegger Ball Sat., May 3, 7 p.m., 1100 Stockton Street Flappers, food, and fun, including a casino room, entertainment, raffle, silent […]
Happenings for APRIL 2014
HAPPENINGS Spring Break Gymnastics Camp Apr. 4, 14-18, 21 Gyminators, 4603 Shirley Ave. Activities for boys and girls, up to age 17; call (904) 638-3712 for details. CAP 2nd Annual Run Your HeART Out 5K Sat., Apr. 5, 8 a.m., starts/ends at The Shoppes of Avondale Blooms Galore & More Sat., Apr. 5, 9 a.m. […]
Preservation Hall Jazz Band
Tues., Mar. 25, 8 p.m. – Jacoby Symphony Hall – Enjoy a special evening of authentic jazz from the Crescent City! The Preservation Hall Jazz Band derives its name from Preservation Hall, the venerable music venue located in the heart of the French Quarter in New Orleans. With abundant energy and a fresh approach, the […]
28th Annual Celebrity Chefs Tasting Luncheon and Silent Auction
Thurs., Mar. 13, 10:30 a.m. – 1 p.m., Prime Osborn Convention Center – Come join local ‘celebrities’ as they “cook for a cause” at The Salvation Army 2014 Celebrity Chef Tasting Luncheon and Silent Auction. Local politicians, media personalities, business leaders, professional athletes and other prominent community figures will be on hand to serve their […]
10th Annual CAP Spring for the Arts
Friday, Mar. 7, 6:30 p.m., Deerwood Country Club – Susan and Hugh Greene will be honored as Guardian of the Arts Award recipients. The heart of the event is a live auction with many one-of-a-kind packages up for bid. A silent and special children’s art auction will round out the evening of fine wine, dining, […]
