this weeks events
Friday's events
Friends of Jacksonville Public Library Book Sale
Friday May 24
thru Sunday May 26
The Friends of the Jacksonville Public Library host a book sale. There will be children's books, young adult books, videos and more. On bag day, get all the books you can stuff into a brown grocery bag for $10.
Hours:
May 24, 4pm to 8pm
May 25, 9am to 5pm
May 26, 12noon to 5pm, $10 bag day
May 28, 4pm to 7pm, $10 bag day
May 30, 4pm to 7pm, $10 bag day
June 1, 9am to 1pm, $10 bag day
FJPL Book Warehouse / 904-630-2304 / University Park Library Branch, 3435 University Boulevard North / jpl.coj.net
Jacksonville Beach Moonlight Movies
Friday May 24
9pm
The City of Jacksonville Beach hosts the 12th season of Moonlight Movies. The 2013 series runs three consecutive Friday nights this summer. Films begin at 9pm.
May 24 - Iron Man
May 31 - Independence Day
June 7 - Ice Age
Seawalk Pavilion / Jacksonville Beach / www.jacksonvillebeach.org
Jacksonville Jazz Festival
Thru Sunday May 26
The annual Jacksonville Jazz Festival will take place in the heart of downtown Jacksonville. Events include a Youth Jazz Talent Showcase, concerts and more. General admission to the festival is free, but VIP and Preferred passes are available for purchase. Visit website for complete event schedule.
Downtown Jacksonville / 117 West Duval Street / www.makeascenedowntown.com
Memorial Day Weekend at Amelia Island Plantation
Friday May 24
thru Monday May 27
The Amelia Island Plantation hosts a weekend of family activities in honor of Memorial Day. Activities include hermit crab racing, patriotic pet parade, teen putt putt challenge, movies under the stars, Memorial Day 6K, and more. Please note that some activities may take place behind the gates of the Plantation. This would require access for residents or guests of the Plantation.
Amelia Island Plantation / 904-261-6161 / 39 Beach Lagoon, Amelia Island / amelia.redfingroup.com
Saturday's events
Florida Sea Turtles
Saturday May 25
2pm
Join a park ranger and learn about the lifecycle of the sea turtle and the importance of these creatures. The program will take place at the multi-use trail pavilion located at the south beach area on Little Talbot Island. No reservations are necessary and the program is free with regular park admission.
Little Talbot Island State Park / 904-251-2320 / 12157 Heckscher Drive / www.floridastateparks.org
Friends of Jacksonville Public Library Book Sale
Friday May 24
thru Sunday May 26
The Friends of the Jacksonville Public Library host a book sale. There will be children's books, young adult books, videos and more. On bag day, get all the books you can stuff into a brown grocery bag for $10.
Hours:
May 24, 4pm to 8pm
May 25, 9am to 5pm
May 26, 12noon to 5pm, $10 bag day
May 28, 4pm to 7pm, $10 bag day
May 30, 4pm to 7pm, $10 bag day
June 1, 9am to 1pm, $10 bag day
FJPL Book Warehouse / 904-630-2304 / University Park Library Branch, 3435 University Boulevard North / jpl.coj.net
Jacksonville Jazz Festival
Thru Sunday May 26
The annual Jacksonville Jazz Festival will take place in the heart of downtown Jacksonville. Events include a Youth Jazz Talent Showcase, concerts and more. General admission to the festival is free, but VIP and Preferred passes are available for purchase. Visit website for complete event schedule.
Downtown Jacksonville / 117 West Duval Street / www.makeascenedowntown.com
Memorial Day Weekend at Amelia Island Plantation
Friday May 24
thru Monday May 27
The Amelia Island Plantation hosts a weekend of family activities in honor of Memorial Day. Activities include hermit crab racing, patriotic pet parade, teen putt putt challenge, movies under the stars, Memorial Day 6K, and more. Please note that some activities may take place behind the gates of the Plantation. This would require access for residents or guests of the Plantation.
Amelia Island Plantation / 904-261-6161 / 39 Beach Lagoon, Amelia Island / amelia.redfingroup.com
Scrapbooking for Teens
Saturday May 25
1pm
Your scrapbook tells the story of who you are, where you've been, what you've done, and what's important to you. Bring your scrapbook pages and books, if you have them, plus your pictures and memorabilia. Materials to decorate with will be provided. Two sheets of scrapbooking pages will be provided for each participant and two binders will be raffled off.
Hastings Branch / 904-827-6970 / 6195 S. Main Street, Hastings / sjcpls.org
Sunday's events
Birthday Party for Freddy the Lion
Sunday May 26
and Monday May 27
1pm to 4pm
Catty Shack Ranch celebrates Freddy the lion's 8th birthday. Admission: Adults: $10, Children (3-11): $5, 2 and Under: Free.
Catty Shack Ranch / 904-757-3603 / 1860 Starratt Road / www.cattyshack.org
Concert on the Green
Sunday May 26
4pm to 10pm
The grounds at Magnolia Point Golf and Country Club open at 4pm and the concert begins at 8pm. There will be kids activities, local bands, the Air Pegasus Skydiving Team, and more. The featured event will be the performance by the Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra at 8pm. There will be a fireworks display following the concert. Tickets are $15/adult; $5/student (6 to 17 years of age); children under 5 are free.
Magnolia Point Golf and Country Club / 904-278-9448 / 3670 Clubhouse Drive, Green Cove Springs / ConcertOnTheGreen.com
Farmers' and Art's Market
Sunday May 26
11am to 4pm
Farmers' and Art's Market featuring locally grown produce and plants and hand made crafted items. There will be crafters, artists, live entertainment, kids activities, food vendors and more. Other activities, for Memorial Day, include a water slide, grilled burgers and hot dogs, and more.
Town Hall Park / 904-264-2635 / 2042 Park Avenue, Orange Park / www.townoforangepark.com
Friends of Jacksonville Public Library Book Sale
Friday May 24
thru Sunday May 26
The Friends of the Jacksonville Public Library host a book sale. There will be children's books, young adult books, videos and more. On bag day, get all the books you can stuff into a brown grocery bag for $10.
Hours:
May 24, 4pm to 8pm
May 25, 9am to 5pm
May 26, 12noon to 5pm, $10 bag day
May 28, 4pm to 7pm, $10 bag day
May 30, 4pm to 7pm, $10 bag day
June 1, 9am to 1pm, $10 bag day
FJPL Book Warehouse / 904-630-2304 / University Park Library Branch, 3435 University Boulevard North / jpl.coj.net
Jacksonville Jazz Festival
Thru Sunday May 26
The annual Jacksonville Jazz Festival will take place in the heart of downtown Jacksonville. Events include a Youth Jazz Talent Showcase, concerts and more. General admission to the festival is free, but VIP and Preferred passes are available for purchase. Visit website for complete event schedule.
Downtown Jacksonville / 117 West Duval Street / www.makeascenedowntown.com
Memorial Day Weekend at Amelia Island Plantation
Friday May 24
thru Monday May 27
The Amelia Island Plantation hosts a weekend of family activities in honor of Memorial Day. Activities include hermit crab racing, patriotic pet parade, teen putt putt challenge, movies under the stars, Memorial Day 6K, and more. Please note that some activities may take place behind the gates of the Plantation. This would require access for residents or guests of the Plantation.
Amelia Island Plantation / 904-261-6161 / 39 Beach Lagoon, Amelia Island / amelia.redfingroup.com
Monday's events
Birthday Party for Freddy the Lion
Sunday May 26
and Monday May 27
1pm to 4pm
Catty Shack Ranch celebrates Freddy the lion's 8th birthday. Admission: Adults: $10, Children (3-11): $5, 2 and Under: Free.
Catty Shack Ranch / 904-757-3603 / 1860 Starratt Road / www.cattyshack.org
Memorial Day 5K and Fun Run
Monday May 27
8am
The 5K run will begin at 8am, followed by the 1 mile fun run at 9am. Free entry for the fun run, but you must complete an entry form on race day; entry fees for the 5K range from $10 to $25. There will be awards for all finishers of the fun run. Following the race, there will be live music, bounce house, balloon animals, face painting and more.
1st Place Sports / 904-707-8469 / 2186 Park Avenue, Orange Park / www.floridastriders.com
Memorial Day Weekend at Amelia Island Plantation
Friday May 24
thru Monday May 27
The Amelia Island Plantation hosts a weekend of family activities in honor of Memorial Day. Activities include hermit crab racing, patriotic pet parade, teen putt putt challenge, movies under the stars, Memorial Day 6K, and more. Please note that some activities may take place behind the gates of the Plantation. This would require access for residents or guests of the Plantation.
Amelia Island Plantation / 904-261-6161 / 39 Beach Lagoon, Amelia Island / amelia.redfingroup.com
Military Family Discount Day at the Zoo
Monday May 27
9am to 5pm
The Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens offers a special discount to active duty military and their families. Receive $2 of the already discounted admission.
Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens / 904-757-4463 / 370 Zoo Parkway / www.jacksonvillezoo.org
Tuesday's events
Friends of Jacksonville Public Library Book Sale
Tuesday May 28
4pm to 7pm
The Friends of the Jacksonville Public Library host a book sale. There will be children's books, young adult books, videos and more. On bag day, get all the books you can stuff into a brown grocery bag for $10.
Hours:
May 28, 4pm to 7pm, $10 bag day
May 30, 4pm to 7pm, $10 bag day
June 1, 9am to 1pm, $10 bag day
FJPL Book Warehouse / 904-630-2304 / University Park Library Branch, 3435 University Boulevard North / jpl.coj.net
Wednesday's events
Science for Kids
Wednesday May 29
3pm
DIY Science program where you can learn how to measure energy used in your home. You can then use these calculations to see where you can make some changes to save money and help save the earth. Participants will be able to borrow a home energy kit for two weeks to do your own experiments at home. Recommended for ages 10 and up. Please bring your adult with you. You can register by calling 904-827-6960. Presented for free by Project Green Team in conjunction with JEA.
