A Century of Unity
The United Way of Northeast Florida and CSX presented Uniting for Tomorrow: A Community Concert Celebration April 13 at James Weldon Johnson Park, featuring live music throughout the decades in honor of United Way’s 100th anniversary of impact in Northeast Florida. The event, held at the location of the first-ever United Way rally in April […]
Catholic Charities Celebrates Service with Soiree
It was an evening of simple elegance as supporters flocked to Catholic Charities’ flagship event, the Black and White Soiree. Held at the Adam W. Herbert University Center Saturday, April 20, the night comprised of dinner, a wine pull, fundraising and a keynote speech by State Attorney Melissa Nelson. Funds raised went toward empowering the […]
Women’s Board Hosts Annual Spring Luncheon
Awards announced, service honored The Women’s Board of Wolfson Children’s Hospital held its Spring Luncheon April 24. Over 150 members gathered alongside hospital leadership at the annual meeting to celebrate the past year’s accomplishments. President Kendra McCrary announced the combined fundraising efforts 2023 First Coast Design Show and the 2023-24 Florida Forum, which totaled $848,000. […]
An Installation of Inspiration
A Vision for Art blends an elevated canvas of artists, collectors Community support for Episcopal School of Jacksonville (ESJ) came into focus during A Vision for Art, ESJ’s annual art event, presented in 2024 in conjunction with Northern Trust. The five-day art shopping experience kicked off with an opening night celebration on April 19 at […]
MOCA takes a walk on the wild side
The Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville (MOCA) celebrated its 100th anniversary with a Centennial Gala themed for its latest exhibition, A Walk on the Wild Side. Held April 6 at the museum, the event brought the spirit of the ‘70s alive with music, art, dancing and artful moments that celebrated the beauty MOCA has brought […]
Frank Stella Headlines Project Atrium, Exhibit Opening
Mayoral proclamation included in patron celebration Supporters, friends and donors of MOCA Jacksonville gathered in the museum’s atrium Feb. 29 for the unveiling of the Frank Stella installation, Jacksonville Stacked Stars, as part of MOCA’s 100th anniversary celebration. MOCA’s Executive Director Caitlín Doherty and Trustee Emeritus Preston H. Haskell spoke at the reception, along with […]
Lagers and Lions Toast San Marco Beer Fest
The 3rd Annual San Marco Beer Fest, hosted by the San Marco Merchants Association and Aardwolf Brewing, drew hundreds of festivalgoers to Balis Park March 9. More than 25 local breweries sampled craft beers and alcohol-free tastings alongside food vendors and local restaurant fare. Onsite boutiques and a vendors’ market offered shopping and browsing options […]
Mukti Gathers Fighters for Freedom
Rethreaded hosted more than 500 community members and business leaders at its 13th Annual Mukti Freedom Gala, presented by UPS, at The Glass Factory in Jacksonville on Feb. 24. This year’s event theme was “Flourish,” and it featured a champagne welcome, photo booth, hors-d’oeuvres, dinner, shopping, silent and live auctions, entertainment, music and a meaningful […]
