Outdoor Parks - Clay County

Black Creek Trail
904-269-6378 / Hwy 17 between Orange Park and Green Cove Springs / Black Creek Trail
A paved trail for walking and bicycling. A small portion of the trail is unpaved and leads to the creek. The trail runs parallel to Highway 17, so use caution when crossing intersections. Provides a covered pavilion and restrooms.

Jennings State Forest
904-291-5530 / 1337 Longhorn Rd, Middleburg / Jennings State Forest
Features walking, bicycle, and horse trails. Seasonal hunting.

Spring Park
904-529-1018 / Magnolia Ave. next to City Hall, Green Cove Springs / Spring Park
A beautiful park located along the St. Johns River, next to City Hall, features playground equipment, picnic facilities, a gazebo, the City spring-fed pool, and the City pier. Group reservations may be made by contacting the City Clerk at 529-2200. Registration form available online. Click link for more.

Thunderbolt Park
904-269-6378 / Hwy 17, Fleming Island / Thunderbolt Park
Two large multi-purpose fields for playing soccer (has two goals), football, flying a kite, etc. This park also has a playground and covered pavilion and is within walking distance of the Town Center Library.

Clay County Parks

History of Spanish Colony of St. Augustine

Ranger guided tours are offered for all ages and last about 50 minutes with a visit to the fort, including the boat trip. Group size is limited to 35 people, including students and adults. Minimum of 15 people for group tours. After the tour, groups may want to explore the half mile nature trail or have lunch in the picnic area. With advance notice, curriculum packets are available with teacher-led activities on nature and/or history. No cost at this time, but donations are accepted.

904-471-0116/8635 Highway A1A S, St. Augustine / Fort Matanzas National Monument

American History

This museum is housed in a one-room school dating from the late 1800's and is located on the Hunter-Douglas Park. Through museum tour, oral history discussion, artifacts (ie. homemade toys, stove), and hands-on activities, students in 3rd grade and up will learn about the way of life of the Black community in Clay County in the late 1800s and beyond. Through photographs and discussion, students will also follow the journey of these early pioneering families through to their present successes. Staff can make arrangements for lunch or students may bring a lunch and enjoy it at the Hunter-Douglas Park. Call to arrange a tour for September and later. Two-day notice required for groups. Free.

Black Heritage Museum / 904-282-4168 / Longmire Ave, Middleburg

Panera Bread

Every Day

Three healthy kids meals to choose from PB and J with all natural PB, Grilled Cheese made with organic American cheese or a Deli sandwich (Turkey, Ham or Roast Beef). Kids meals made with a white whole grain bread and are served with squeezable, organic yogurt and choice of organic milk, chocolate milk, or organic apple juice. Free Wireless Internet.

904-221-1300 / 12959 Atlantic Blvd / Panera Bread

Chick-fil-A

Monday

5:30pm - 7:30pm. 12 and under. Every Monday, something different. Example of offerings include free ice cream with the purchase of a kids meal, Magician, Clowns, Make your own sundaes, and Kids can paint the windows! Playground.

904-221-0067 / 13375 Atlantic Blvd / www.chick-fil-a.com

Bounce Around Jax Party Rentals

At Your Location

Bounce Houses and Tables

Offers inflatable Moonwalks, Waterslides, Bounce Houses, Character Bouncers, Combos, Inflatable Slides, Obstacle Courses, Concession Machines, Tables and Chairs. Prices include all day rental and delivery, set-up and pick-up in Jacksonville, Beaches, Ponte Vedra, and northern St. John’s County. Online reservations available.

904-642-9999 / www.bouncearoundjax.com

Hands-on Reptile Program at Your School

LB Reptile Experience Offers hands-on, educational programs for schools, home school groups, scouts, and community groups. All ages. Some of the animals include 15-foot Burmese python, iguanas, alligator, tortoises, turtles, baby snakes. 1 hr, 15 min to 1 1/2 hrs. Programs: Hands-On Experience, Boy Scout Program for Badges, and Community Awareness. Duval, Clay, Nassau. Call for prices.

904-703-0249

Preschool and Kindergarten Classroom Programs at the Zoo

The Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens offers programs in their PepsiCo Foundation Education Campus. Presentations focus on the topic of the teacher's choice and include up-close and hands-on animal encounters in a traditional classroom setting. Preschool and Kindergarten programs last 30 minutes and may be scheduled Mon-Fri at 9:30am, 10:30am, 11:30am,

The Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens / 904-757-4463 / 370 Zoo Parkway / www.jacksonvillezoo.org

Classroom Programs at the Zoo

The Jacksonville Zoo offers programs in their PepsiCo Foundation Education Campus for PreK-12 grade. These programs are age-specific and developed in conjunction with the FCAT, Sunshine State Standards, NCEE New Standards, and the Duval County Schools District Performance Standards. Presentations focus on the topic of the teacher's choice and include up-close and hands-on animal encounters in a traditional classroom setting. Programs last 45 minutes and may be scheduled Mon-Fri at 9:30am, 10:30am, 11:30am, and 12:30pm. Up to 35 people. $30 per class (zoo admission not included). Reserve at least 4 weeks in advance by calling 904-757-4463, ext 122.
1st and 2nd grade programs - Animal Life Series:
Animal Senses: How do animals use their senses to survive? How are their senses like ours? Compare your senses to the animals senses and discover which ones we don't have.
Animal Adaptations: Every animal has special characteristics that help it survive. During this program we look at camouflage, spines, venom and other features used for defense.
Food Chains: Dinner or diner? Where do you stand in the food chain? Explore how all life is interrelated and learn what happens when the food chain is broken.
Life Cycles: Explores the various life cycles found in the Animal Kingdom. Emphasis is placed on the Sunshine State Standard Benchmark "Plants and animals change as they grow" and "Living things have offspring that resemble their parents".
3rd-5th grade programs-Animal Life Series:
Animal Behavior: Why do antelopes live in herds? Why do owls hunt at night? Learn how behaviors help animals survive.
Endangered Species: Why do species become extinct? What can be done to save them? Discover how animals become threatened or endangered and what you and the Zoo can do to save them.
4th-12th grade programs - Habitat Series:
Florida Habitats: Discover the wide variety of habitats found in Florida and meet the animals found there. An emphasis is placed on respecting our natural resources and conserving the environment.
Rain Forests: Explore the rain forests of the world during this program that highlights its unique features and forest creatures. The importance of rain forests and their effects on our everyday lives will be emphasized.
6th-12th grade programs - Scientist Series:
Captive Care: What do zoos do? Why do they exist? Explore the world of captive exotic animal management including a focus on diets, health issues, enrichment and breeding.
Anatomy and Function: What's the use of a giraffe neck, jaguar spots or an alligator's snout? Explore the various physical structures of animals and learn how they relate to body functions. Excellent program for anatomy and art classes.
All ages- Zoo Quest Series:
A Touching Experience: This program is designed for groups with "special needs." Multi-sensory encounters with a variety of animals may be tailored for each group. Emphasis is placed on a respect for animals by creating a positive, hands-on experience.
Zoo Careers: Do you know what you want to be when you grow up? This program highlights the various career opportunities available in the zoo and aquarium fields, reviews the educational requirements necessary to qualify for these positions, and showcases a variety of the "tools of the trade" used in the management of exotic animals.
Carnivore and More: Explore the world of the hunters. This program focuses on meat-eaters, their adaptations and hunting behaviors for survival.

904-757-4463 / 370 Zoo Parkway / www.jaxzoo.org

Pottery Programs from Doing Dishes

Doing Dishes travels to schools in Duval, Clay, and St. Johns Counties. Children of all ages paint their own pottery. Programs are customized to suit the needs of the group. Discounted rate for groups. Sessions run approximately 45 minutes. All supplies are provided and finished pottery is returned to students in one week. 50 max in the store, no max at schools or other locations. 20 minimum to travel to schools, daycares, and other facilities. Call to schedule and for prices.

904-730-3729 / 5619 San Jose Blvd. / Doing Dishes

I Like Bein' Clean

Mrs. Kate travels to your school or group to provide educational, interactive, and motivational performances to students in Pre-K through middle school. One-hour shows provide character-building values through entertaining folk music and original songs about Florida. Full-assembly programs and smaller groups. Shows can be customized to suit your particular group. Call for reservation and price quote. Serves all counties in Florida.

Kate Carpenter / 904-879-9155 / www.MrsKate.com

Jacksonville Beach Fire Station

Offers 30-40 minute tours of the station for school groups and other groups in Jacksonville Beach. Also does in-school visits to Jacksonville Beach schools during Fire Prevention week (early October). Call to schedule.

904-247-6201 / 325 South Second Ave, Jax Beach / Jacksonville Beach Fire Station

St. Augustine Police Department Tours & School Visits

Welcomes field trip groups of all ages for tours of the police department. Also visits schools and other community groups to give presentations on “Stranger Danger”, gun safety, and drug and alcohol awareness. St. Johns County only. Presentations are tailored to age group (Puppets are incorporated into the program for younger children.). Call to schedule. Free.

904-825-1074 / 151 King St, St. Augustine / St. Augustine Police Department

History & Science Exhibits Guided Tour

In the "Teacher's Choice" guided tour, students in 1st-12th grade will enjoy a docent-led tour of any two permanent exhibits of the teacher's choice. Groups are welcome to visit other areas of the Museum before or after guided tour. Depending on the number of students on guided tours, groups may not be allowed to enter the Butterfly Rainforest without a docent until after 12noon. Offered Tuesday through Friday mornings, Oct. 10, 2006, through May 18, 2007. The busiest months are Oct, Nov, Apr, and May. 1 hour, 15-45 students. $2 per student, add $4 to visit the Butterfly Rainforest. To schedule, fax in reservation form (link above) at least six weeks in advance. The Florida Museum of Natural History is located in Gainesville, on the University of Florida campus at the UF Cultural Plaza.

352-846-2000 / SW 34th St and Hull Rd, Gainesville / Florida Museum of Natural History
faxable reservation form / Click here for exhibits.

Hope Haven

Southside

Afterschool enrichment for children and adults ages 5-22 who have a physical and/or developmental disability. $65/week for afterschool program. Also offers a tutoring service and keyboarding classes for children and adults with learning disabilities, as well as outpatient treatment. Financial assistance available.

904-346-5100 / 4600 Beach Blvd / http://www.hope-haven.org

Electronic Battleship

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Ages 8 to 99

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Tours of LaVilla Museum

Guided tours of the La Villa Museum are offered for all ages Tue-Fri. The LaVilla museum houses an exhibit of the history of African Americans in Northeast Florida, which replicates scenes of everyday life with photographs and artifacts. 45-minute tour includes the animatronics show, "Life Every Voice and Sing". $3 per student, $6 per adult. In groups of 25 or more, admission is $2/students, $5/adults. One adult for every 10 children is required. One free adult admission for every 10 children. For reservations, call 904-632-5555, ext. 228 Tue-Fri between 10am and 2pm.

904-632-5555 / 829 North Davis Street / Ritz Theatre and LaVilla Museum

Hands-on Reptile Program at Your School

LB Reptile Experience Offers hands-on, educational programs for schools, home school groups, scouts, and community groups. All ages. Some of the animals include 15-foot Burmese python, iguanas, alligator, tortoises, turtles, baby snakes. 1 hr, 15 min to 1 1/2 hrs. Programs: Hands-On Experience, Boy Scout Program for Badges, and Community Awareness. Duval, Clay, Nassau. Call for prices.

904-703-0249

Pottery Programs from Doing Dishes

Doing Dishes travels to schools in Duval, Clay, and St. Johns Counties. Children of all ages paint their own pottery. Programs are customized to suit the needs of the group. Discounted rate for groups. Sessions run approximately 45 minutes. All supplies are provided and finished pottery is returned to students in one week. 50 max in the store, no max at schools or other locations. 20 minimum to travel to schools, daycares, and other facilities. Call to schedule and for prices.

904-730-3729 / 5619 San Jose Blvd. / Doing Dishes

Officer Friendly in Duval County

In-school programs include "Officer Friendly" program for K-1st grades, "Danger Stranger" assemblies for 2nd-5th grades, and Safety Patrol Training for 4th-5th grade Safety Patrols. Programs also offered to day care facilities and home school assemblies. Free. To set up a program, call 904-854-6555 ext. 201, or 904-355-3308. Call at least 3 weeks in advance to schedule.

904-854-6555 / COJ Safety Education Unit

Jacksonville Beach Police Department

Offers 1 hour in-class presentations for groups (ages 9 and up). In-class presentations are offered on D.A.R.E, Stranger Danger, and Self-Defense for school groups and other groups in the Jacksonville Beach area. Call to schedule.

904-247-6199 / 101 South Penman Rd, Jax Beach / Jacksonville Beach Police Department

Daniel

"Established in 1884, daniel has spent more than a hundred years meeting the physical and emotional needs of children. It is considered Florida’s oldest child-serving agency. Originally founded as an orphanage, and later named after James Jaquelin Daniel, daniel has evolved into a multi-service agency that assists troubled youth and their families with a variety of innovative and nationally recognized programs."

Daniel / 904-296-1055 / 4203 Southpoint Blvd / www.danielkids.org

St. Augustine Police Department

Welcomes field trip groups of all ages for tours of the police department. Also visits schools and other community groups to give presentations on “Stranger Danger”, gun safety, and drug and alcohol awareness. St. Johns County only. Presentations are tailored to age group (Puppets are incorporated into the program for younger children.). Call to schedule. Free.

904-825-1074 / 151 King St, St. Augustine / St. Augustine Police Department

Natural Resources Presentation:
Duval, Nassau, and Baker Counties

The USDA provides field and classroom presentations on natural resources, with special emphasis on soil and water for school groups in K-12th grades in Duval, Nassau, and Baker counties. Presentations last one hour- 1.5 hours. To schedule, call 904-266-0088, ext. 3. Free.

904-266-0088 / 260 US Hwy 301 N, Baldwin / USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service

Adventure Landing

Several pricing options are available for groups of 10 or more. Price depends on number of activities selected. 10 tokens are included with each option.

904-246-4386 / 1944 Beach Blvd, Jax Beach / Jax Beach Adventure Landing
904-771-2804 / 4825 Blanding Blvd / Blanding Adventure Landing
904-827-9400 /2780 State Rd 16, St. Augustine/ St. Augustine Adventure Landing

Build-A-Bear Workshop

All ages. Each student makes their own animal. Bear prices begin at $10 per student. Visit is limited to 2 hours. Maximum of 100 students per visit.

1-877-789-BEAR / The Avenues Mall, 10300 Southside Blvd / Build a Bear

Hands-On Children's Museum

Kids ages 1-12 can interact, dress up, and use their imaginations in fifteen educational exhibits. Field trips are available Mon-Fri, 9:30am-5pm. Pizza lunch is available for order when scheduling, and is available at $3 (for 2 slices of pizza and 12 oz. drink, plates, etc). Group rate is $3.50/children for ages 1 and up. Miminum of 10 chilldren. One adults receive free admission for every 10 children.

904-642-2688 / 8580 Beach Blvd / Hands-On Children's Museum

Ripley's Believe It Or Not

Over 750 exhibits show the unusual, the unorthodox, and the exotic, collected from the far corners of the world. Prices for school groups are as follows: $6.45 plus tax for elementary & middle school students $9.45 plus tax for high school students and adults. Walk through takes approx. 1 hr - 1.5 hrs.

904-824-1606 / 19 San Marco Ave, St. Augustine / Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Finding the Poetry

Al Letson, a nationally recognized performance poet, playwright, and actor, offers poetry and storytelling in-school assemblies for middle and high school students. Prices range from $500 to $1200.

904-273-4637 / Al Letson

Environmental Education at Jax Parks

Offers a series of environmental education curricula for school and homeschool field trips at no cost for Pre-K through university students. Programs are offered at three locations; Castaway Island Preserve, 2885 San Pablo Road S; Camp Milton Historic Preserve, 1175 Halsema Road N; and Tillie K. Fowler Regional Park (Formerly Westside Regional Park), 7000 Roosevelt Blvd. To schedule programs at Westside Regional Park, please contact Lesley Royce, Parks Naturalist at 904-573-2498 or email lroyce@coj.net. To schedule programs at Castaway Island Preserve and Camp Milton Historic Preserve, please contact Jean Schubert, Parks Naturalist 904-630-3577 or email schubert@coj.net. Up to 60 students per program.

City of Jacksonville Dept. of Parks and Recreation / 904-630-3577 / www.coj.net

Hanna Park

Walking trails, picnic tables and grills are available. The lake area includes a quarter-acre water playground with fountains and water-squirting devices. Admission: $1 per person. Fees waived for educational purposes if letter faxed in on school letterhead. Reservations required.

904-249-4700 / 500 Wonderwood Dr / www.coj.net

Jax Suns Grounds tour

Jax Suns Baseball Offers tours of the facility, sky deck, sky box, press box, dug out, and field. Jax Suns Baseball offers tours of the facility, sky deck, sky box, press box, dug out, and field. Tours are available Monday through Thursday, on non-game days, between the hours of 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. All tours should be booked at least two (2) weeks in advance, subject to availability. A final count is due five (5) days prior to the tour. Admission is $5.00 for children and adults. Children two (2) and under are free. Price includes tour and lunch (hotdog, chips and drink.)

904-358-2846 / 301 A. Philip Randolph Blvd / www.jaxsuns.com

Kayak Amelia at Long Island Outfitters

Guided 3-hour kayak tours, as well as 1-and 2-person kayak/ canoe rentals. Service provider for Talbot Island State Parks and Fort George State Park. Location selected for kayak tours depends on the current conditions. Call to make areservation.

904-251-0016 / 13030 Heckscher Dr / www.kayakamelia.com

Champions Golf Club

An 18-hole golf course, driving range, and practice facilities open to the public. Kids golf lessons also offered. Located within Julington Creek Plantation. Open every day, 7am - dusk.

904-287-GOLF / 1111 Durbin Creek Blvd / www.championsgolfclub.com

MOMS Club of South St. Augustine

St. Augustine

Children should be ages 4 and under. However, moms with older children are welcome to join. This chapter serves the southern part of St. Johns County ( zip codes 32080, 32086, 32084 and 32095). This group meets 3-4 times per week for playgroups and activities at playgrounds and members' homes and offers a variety of activities such as: park days, beach days, monthly socials, playgroups, and field trips to the zoo and museums. The group also participates in service projects to help needy children in the community. In addition to activities, there are monthly business meetings on the last Friday of the month at 10am. In order to remain active, members must keep their annual dues current ($20/year). To join, send an email to momsclubstaug@yahoo.com.

The umbrella organization for this group is International Moms Club - www.momsclub.org

904-540-1411 / www.geocities.com/momsclubstaug

Metropolitan Park

Riverfront walk, small playground, and picnic areas. Right next to Kids Kampus. Arrive by water on the S.S. Marine Taxi (runs between the Northbank and Southbank, and to Metropolitan Park by request), and arrange for a ride back to the Northbank or Southbank.

904-630-0837 / 4110 Gator Bowl Dr / www.coj.net

S.S. Marine Taxi

Offers water taxi service between the Northbank and Southbank as well as a 2-hour day cruise on the St. Johns River where you can catch site of dolphins and manatees. Taxi service runs 11am - 9pm Sun-Thr and 11am-11pm on Fri and Sat, except in inclement weather. Day cruises run on Wed and Sun and must be reserved in advance.Taxi lands at the Northbank, Southbank, and Metropolitan Park (by request).

904-733-7782 / Northbank and Southbank, Downtown / www.jaxwatertaxi.com

The Trolley

Three different routes. The Sunflower route includes The Jacksonville Landing, Veteran's Memorial Arena, the Courthouse, City Hall Annex, the Baseball Grounds of Jacksonville, Skyway at Central Station, and more. Trolleys on the Sunflower route makes stops every 13 minutes and run Monday - Saturday, 6:20am - 7pm. No service on Sundays. Click link for additional route schedules.

904-630-3100 / Downtown Jacksonville / www.jtafla.com

Boardz Skateshop

Indoor skate park and skate shop for kids and adults. Lessons also offered. Helmet and a parent-signed waiver are required to skate. Internet cafe for the parents that don't want to leave their kids. Non-members pay a small fee to skate all day any day of the week. Members get half price admission.
Helmet and board rental is extra.

Closed on Monday except for Clay or Duval school holidays
Tuesday thru Thursday 2pm to 7pm
Friday 2pm to 9pm
Saturday 11am to 9pm
Sunday 1pm to 6pm - Sk8 Church 6pm to 8pm

BOARDZ Skatepark / 904-329-3541 / 11350 San Jose Blvd / www.boardzskate.com

Beaches - Jacksonville Beach, Atlantic Beach,
Ponte Vedra Beach

Call the beach of your choice to check tide conditions before leaving or click here for current weather and tide information.

Jacksonville Beach area beaches:

Oceanfront Park
904-247-6236 / First Street South between 5th

Jacksonville Beach Fishing Pier

Features a 1,300-foot long, 20-foot wide wooden deck, fish cleaning stations, a concession area, bait shop, and restrooms. Handicapped accessible. Visitors can pay to fish, or receive discounted prices for spectators. Free for children under 6. Fishing license not required.

904-241-1515 / 503 North 1st St, Jacksonville Beach /

Shea Zaccaro

Fernandina Beach
Yulee

Private voice and piano lessons for all ages. Shea Zaccaro has a Bachelor's and Master's Degree and over 9 years teaching experience. Lessons take place at instructor's home home in Yulee or at your location. For more information, send an email to Shea@Zaccaro.com.

904-225-2388

Oceanfront Park

A 2-acre oceanfront park offering picnic areas, volleyball court, a small children's playground, an educational kiosk system, a large open space surrounded by walking paths, and easy access to the beach. Handicapped accessible ramp. Located on First Street South between 5th & 6th Avenues South.

904-247-6236 / Jacksonville Beach / City of Jacksonville Beach

South Beach Park & Sunshine Playground

A colorful children’s playground, fitness trail, basketball court, all-purpose field, tennis court, gazebo, picnic shelters, and two grills. Located at Osceola Avenue and South Beach Parkway.

904-247-6236 / Jacksonville Beach / City of Jacksonville Beach

"Lift Ev'ry Voice"

Permanent Exhibit

The LaVilla Museum's permanent exhibit, "Lift Ev'ry Voice" tells the story of Jacksonville's African American Heritage through music, photography and an extensive collection of objects of daily life. Lift "Ev'ry Voice in LaVilla" includes an animatronics salute to LaVilla's native sons, James Weldon Johnson and John Rosamond Johnson. The voices of renowned actor Ossie Davis, educator Dr. Johnnetta B. Cole, and singer/actor Harry Burney set a dramatic tone as you "witness" the brothers share their history.

Ritz Theatre / 904-632-5555 / 829 North Davis St / www.ritzlavilla.com

Agency for Persons with Disabilities

All Areas

Provides approximately 34 services for adults and children over the age of three who have mental retardation, spina bifida, cerebral palsy, autism, and/or Prader-Willi Syndrome through the Med-Waiver program. Call for more information and to apply for services.

904-992-2415 / 3631 Hodges Blvd / apd.myflorida.com

Chick-fil-A at Eagle Harbor

Tuesday

6pm - 8pm. Kid's night. Kids receive a free ice cream with the purchase of a kid's meal. Indoor playground. Entertainment varies from week to week and may include a magician, clown, painting party, bounce house, face painting, and more. Call ahead to confirm.

904-264-3644 / 1541 CR 220, Orange Park (Fleming Island area) / www.chick-fil-a.com

Oceanfront Park

Beaches

A 2-acre oceanfront park offering picnic areas, volleyball court, a small children's playground, an educational kiosk system, a large open space surrounded by walking paths, and easy access to the beach. Handicapped accessible ramp. Located on First Street South between 5th & 6th Avenues South.

904-247-6236 / First St S between 5th & 6th Avenues South, Jacksonville Beach / www.jaxbch.govoffice.com

Carvel Ice Cream Store

Mandarin

Ice cream cakes.

Hours of Operation:
Sunday thru Thursday 12noon to 9pm
Friday 12noon to 10pm
Saturday 11am to 10pm

904-292-9000 / 4268 Oldfield Crossing Dr / www.carvel.com

Paws Park at Wingate Park

Beaches

An off-leash dog park with large and small dog areas, watering bowls, and benches. Handicapped accessible. Free to the public.

904-247-6236 / Wingate Park, South Penman Rd, Jacksonville Beach / www.jaxbch.govoffice.com

Jacksonville Beach Fishing Pier

Beaches

Features a 1,300-foot long, 20-foot wide wooden deck, fish cleaning stations, a concession area, bait shop, and restrooms. Handicapped accessible. Visitors can pay to fish, or receive discounted prices for spectators. Free for children under 6. Fishing license not required.

904-241-1515 / 503 North 1st St, Jacksonville Beach /

Cold Stone Creamery

Julington Creek / Fruit Cove

Ice cream cakes. Open Sunday - Thursday, 12noon - 9pm; Friday and Saturday, 12noon - 10pm.

904-230-1223 / 409 Race Track Rd / www.coldstonecreamery.com/

Club Rec

Club Rec offers programs at 24 area community centers to meet the after-school needs of active students 6-13 absolutely FREE with benefits such as: Homework Assistance, Recreation Skills Programs, Grade Monitoring, Prizes and Promotional Items. Program hours are from 3:30 pm to 6pm.

904-630-4100 / 851 N. Market St / www.coj.net

Chick-fil-A by Queens Harbor

Monday

5:30pm - 7:30pm. 12 and under. Every Monday, something different. Example of offerings include free ice cream with the purchase of a kids meal, Magician, Clowns, Make your own sundaes, and Kids can paint the windows! Playground. Located at the corner of Atlantic and Hodges.

904-221-0067 / 13375 Atlantic Boulevard / www.chick-fil-a.com

Panera Bread

Everyday

Three healthy kids meals to choose from PB and J with all natural PB, Grilled Cheese made with organic American cheese or a Deli sandwich (Turkey, Ham or Roast Beef). Kids meals made with a white whole grain bread and are served with squeezable, organic yogurt and choice of organic milk, chocolate milk, or organic apple juice. Free Wireless Internet.

904-221-1300 / 12959 Atlantic Blvd. / www.panerabread.com

In-School Miming, Character Performances, Residencies, and Parties

To book a program, call 1-800-737-8553 and enter in pin #9939, or email drtomisi@alltel.net .

"The Mime Behind the Mask": In an innovative blend of European style clowning, illusionary technique, and stand-up comedy, Tom presents mime as an accessibly and vital art form. He acts out silent stories that provoke thought, laughter, and feeling. Audience participation and improvisation bring excitement, while magic, masks and circus skills help teach the values of creativity and perseverance.
"Character that Counts": This performance / teaching program was developed in part with MACAD (Metropolitan Atlanta Council on Alcohol & Drugs) to use creative expression to stop at-risk behavior in children. Using mime, drama, humor, and verbal discussion Dr. Tom and the audience examine how good character promotes standards of moral obligation which help young people determine the difference between right and wrong. The program touches on values such as honesty, self discipline and perseverance.
"Information Please": In his newest show Dr. Tom uses all his skills and audience participation (with students and teachers) to illustrate how important and wonderful reading and writing can be. He starts this performance demonstrating how he got started in the performing arts; by going to his local library and getting a book on clowning so he could work with his magician friend.
Theatre Ministry: Presentations can be used in a strictly theatrical format or in combination of personal testimony and mime sketches. Presentations can be used in the following ways: Worship Services; Banquets; Children & Family Programs; Retreats; Wednesday Night Programs; Mime / Clown Workshops
One Day Residency: One day residencies consist of 1 to 2 performances in the morning, followed by as many workshops as possible for the duration of the day. Workshops are for grades 3 - 5 and range from 15 to 45 minutes. The workshop may include mime technique, improv games, theater games, and circus skills (plate spinning & balloon balancing). The personal achievements of the students offer them a great sense of success as well as joy and delight. The student experiences Self-Discipline, Self-Confidence, and Creative Thinking.
"One Week Residency: One week residencies are unique in the fact that they culminate with students performing in the Dr. Tom Show. Dr. Tom works with either 4th or 5th grades (or a combination of both) for four days; five workshops a day for 45 - 50 minutes each. The workshop may include mime technique, improv games, theater games, circus skills (plate spinning & balloon balancing). The students experience Team work, Self-Discipline, Self-Confidence, Creative Thinking, Coordination, and Trust for themselves and each other. On the final day after a morning of rehearsal, Dr. Tom's troupe of 25 will be ready to step on stage. Using mime, circus skills, and their own talents such as gymnastics & dance they create a very special show. While working with Dr. Tom the students learn: 1. How to Produce a Show; 2. Theatrical Timing; 3. Stage Presence; 4. Problem Solving; 5. Self-Esteem; 6. How to Create Energy on Stage; and 7. Risk Taking."
Clowning: "Tommy the Clown" will use juggling, magic, plate spinning and a puppet named "Harley" to entertain and amuse your group. Wacky and silly fun for ages 3 and up. When available, Tommy is accompanied by his son, Aaron. Parties, festivals, and more.

800-737-8553 / Bethlehem, GA / Dr. Tom's Semi-Silent Theatre

CiCi's Pizza

Everyday

Buffet with 16 kinds of pizza, pasta, salads, and desserts. Adults, $4.99. Kids ages 3-10 eat for $2.99 while under 3 eat for $.99 - prices do not include drinks.

904-272-3733 / 410 Blanding Blvd, Orange Park / www.cicispizza.com

Northeast Florida Community Action Agency

"The Northeast Florida Community Action Agency, Inc. (NFCAA) assists low-income persons of Baker, Clay, Duval, Flagler, Nassau, Putnam and St. Johns counties with specific services involving their day-to-day existence. There is no charge for these services; NFCAA is publicly funded, through federal, state, and local governments and supplemented by private grants and gifts from local corporation and citizens."

Northeast Florida Community Action Agency / 904-632-1476 and 904-632-1475 / Emmit Reed Center, 1093 W 6th St and Robert F. Kennedy Center, 1133 Ionia St / www.nfcaa.net

Mimis Cafe'

Everyday

Mimis caters to kids! Kids get a "Kid's plate" when they arrive that includes a cup of Cheerios and an orange slice, bib, wet wipe and fun activities page and crayons. Healthy meals and side dishes available. All kids meals come with a drink and dessert. Fries made with no trans fat oil. No preservatives used and meals can be cooked to order. Located in the St. Johns Town Center.

904-620-0660 / 10209 River Coast Dr / www.mimiscafe.com

Panera Bread at St. Johns Town Center

Everyday

Three healthy kids meals to choose from PB and J with all natural PB, Grilled Cheese made with organic American cheese or a Deli sandwich (Turkey, Ham or Roast Beef). Kids meals made with a white whole grain bread and are served with squeezable, organic yogurt and choice of organic milk, chocolate milk, or organic apple juice. Free Wireless Internet.

904-807-9103 / 4720 Town Crossing Drive, Ste 101 / www.panerabread.com

Special Needs Soccer

Open to anyone with a developmental disability, all ages welcome. Register in October or at any time during the season. Season runs Oct - Feb. Practice and games on Saturday mornings at 9am (games begin at 9:30am). No fees, free! Parent-legal guardian must be present for practices and games. The fields are in excellent condition and there is easy access for wheelchairs.

Down Syndrome Association of Jacksonville / 904-398-8274 / Patton Park, 2850 Hodges Blvd / www.dsaj.org

Special Needs Soccer

Open to anyone with a developmental disability, all ages welcome. Register in October or at any time during the season. Season runs Oct - Feb. Practice and games on Saturday mornings at 9am (games begin at 9:30am). No fees, free! Parent-legal guardian must be present for practices and games. The fields are in excellent condition and there is easy access for wheelchairs.

904-398-8274 / Patton Park, 2850 Hodges Blvd / Down Syndrome Association of Jacksonville

Volleyball

Ages 4-17. Registration runs April-May for Summer season (May-Aug). Co-ed teams meet one weekday for practice and have one weekend game per week. $96 for non-members, $48 for members. Fee covers skills clinic, instruction, all practices, uniform, and award.
YMCA Philosophy: "Fun first, skills second, winning third."
Spring, Summer, and Winter camps also offered.

904-731-2006 / 7373 Old Kings Road, South / Williams YMCA DuPont Campus

O2B Kids

Clay County

Pick three activities from this list:

Party Dances
Karaoke
Lil Mad Scientist
Climb the Slime Wall
Scavenger Hunt
Outside Fun
Face Painting/Balloon Animals
Gymnastics Obstacle Course
Awesome Arts 'n Crafts.

Party package includes: Three Activities; Party Leader for two hours; Invitations; Lemonade; and Paper Goods (one place setting each child plus eight additional settings for adults). Available extras include party shirt, additional pitcher of lemonade, pitcher of soda, and a dozen cookies. The only outside food permitted is cake, ice cream, and pizza. The party room is available during the last 40 minutes of the party. Host parents must remain in the building while guests are present. All guests may stay and play after the party as long as host parents are present. All party guests must bring socks for the Big Toy. Parties may be scheduled as late as the Wednesday prior to your party date. For more information, call, or email jaxinfo@o2bkids.com.

904-264-4202 / 1821 Town Center Blvd, Fleming Island / www.o2bkids.com

Learn about Canning

A 30-minute tour for students age 7 and up. Students will learn about the canning process, watch cans as they are sealed, and learn the difference between high acid and low acid foods. Kids can bring their own treats and can get them canned. Call a week ahead to schedule. Participants only pay for cans, which are 45 cents-65 cents plus tax per person/can.

Agricultural Canning Center / 904-387-8860 / 2525 Commonwealth Ave / www.coj.net

All Extreme Bounce Houses and Inflatables

Jumpy Houses and Water Slides

Licensed and bonded.

904-622-8483 or 904-622-8484

Build-A-Bear Workshop

All ages. Each student makes their own animal. Bear prices begin at $10 per student. Visit is limited to 2 hours. Maximum of 100 students per visit. Call 877-789-BEAR to schedule.

877-789-BEAR / The Avenues Mall, 10300 Southside Blvd / Build-a-Bear

Marble Slab Creamery

San Marco

Ice cream cakes. Open Sunday - Thursday, 11am - 10pm; Friday and Saturday, 11am - 10:30pm.

904-390-7686 / 2000 Hendricks Ave / www.marbleslab.com

Museum of Science and History - Outreach Programs

Museum Educators are available to visit your school to do outreach programs. For more information on specific programs and prices, please call 396-7062, ext. 230.

Museum of Science and History (MOSH) / 904-396-7062 / 1025 Museum Circle / www.themosh.org

The Jacksonville Area Autism Meetup Group

"The purpose of this group is to bring together people from all walks of life that are, one way or another, dealing with the issues of autism, in order to gain a sense of community, support, and knowledge in the sometimes lonely fight to gain services, education, understanding, ect. This group is for individuals with autism, and the parents, families, and friends of individuals with autism. (Educators, care givers, doctors, therapists and anyone who has a knowledge of the autistic spectrum are also welcome here.)"

autism.meetup.com/28

Environmental Education

GTM Research Reserve Environmental Education Center offers guided programs for 4th grade, high school groups and and college as well as self-guided programs that involve scavenger hunts and hiking trails guides for teachers of students in 2nd grade and up. Minimum group size of 10, maximum of 45. 10:1 student/chaperone ratio required. Free for school groups, but reservations are required. This center, situated on the Guana Tolomato Matanzas Reserve, features interpretive displays; three aquariums (saltwater, brackish water, and freshwater) containing live creatures; full-scale models of fish hanging from the ceiling, and more.

K thru 8th Grade: Eco-Investigators Program: (offered on Fridays) · Teacher must have participated in Reserve teacher workshop. (Inquire for details) Investigate the plants and animal habitats of the Reserve on a trail walk and outdoor scavenger hunt.
4thGrade: Estuary Explorers Program: (Offered on Mondays and Tuesdays) Learn about estuary food chains! Practice observation and data recording skills in a bird identification activity. An exhibit hall scavenger hunt and live animals.
High School/College Watershed Studies Program: (Offered on Thursdays and Fridays) · Teacher must have participated in Reserve teacher workshop. (Inquire for details)
Water Quality Field Lab, Marsh Vegetation Field Lab, Organism Diversity Lab (seining), Plankton Diversity Lab, Beach Profiling Lab, Sand Characterization Lab, Exhibit Hall Scavenger Hunt

904-823-4500 / 505 Guana River Rd,South Ponte Vedra Beach / www.gtmnerr.org/

History & Science Exhibits Guided Tour

Click here for . In the "Teacher's Choiice" guided tour, students in 1st-12th grade will enjoy a docent-led tour of any two permanent exhibits of the teacher's choice. Groups are welcome to visit other areas of the Museum before or after guided tour. Depending on the number of students on guided tours, groups may not be allowed to enter the Butterfly Rainforest without a docent until after 12noon. Offered Tuesday through Friday mornings, Oct. 10, 2006, through May 18, 2007. The busiest months are Oct, Nov, Apr, and May. 1 hour, 15-45 students. $2 per student, add $4 to visit the Butterfly Rainforest. To schedule, fax in reservation form (link above) at least six weeks in advance. The Florida Museum of Natural History is located in Gainesville, on the University of Florida campus at the UF Cultural Plaza. .

352-846-2000 / SW 34th St and Hull Rd, Gainesville / Faxable Reservation Form
Florida Museum of Natural History / Click Here for Exhibits

Natural Resources Presentation:
Clay, St. Johns, and Putnam Counties

Provides field and classroom presentations on natural resources, with special emphasis on soil, water, air, plant, and animal resources for school groups in K-12th grades in Clay, St. Johns, and Putnam counties. Presentations last one hour- 1.5 hours. To schedule, call 386-328-2908, ext. 3. Free.

386-328-2908 / 111 Yelvington Rd, East Palatka / USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service

District II Regional Park

Formerly The Dunes golf course, it is now a multi-activity park with soccer, baseball, and football fields, large open spaces, and the only Frisbee Disc Golf Course in Jacksonville--and a great playground.

11751 McCormick Rd. / www.coj.net

Panera Bread on Blanding Blvd

Everyday

Three healthy kids meals to choose from PB and J with all natural PB, Grilled Cheese made with organic American cheese or a Deli sandwich (Turkey, Ham or Roast Beef). Kids meals made with a white whole grain bread and are served with squeezable, organic yogurt and choice of organic milk, chocolate milk, or organic apple juice. Free Wireless Internet.

904-778-4141 / 8635 Blanding Blvd / www.panerabread.com

Water Tours - St. Augustine

St. Augustine Eco Tours
904-377-7245 / www.staugustineecotours.com
Small boat excusions for up to six people of on the inland waters surrounding historic St. Augustine, Florida. The Matanzas, Tolomato, and Guana Rivers, which have an active Bottlenose Dolphin population, beautiful saltwater marshes, oyster beds, and islands that are home to a variety of wildlife. All ages welcome. Kayak tours also available.

Scenic Cruise of St. Augustine
904-824-1806 or 904-824-1806 / Municipal Marina / www.scenic-cruise.com
A one hour and fifteen minute water cruise aboard the Victory III. Departs Daily from Municipal Marina, south of Bridge of Lions in Downtown St. Augustine, Florida. Cruises depart at 11am, 1pm, 2:45pm, and 4:30pm all year long. Evening tours are also available and vary by season. Click link to print out coupon for 1/2 price admission with one adult admission purchase.

Schooner Freedom Cruises
904-810-1010 / St. Augustine Municipal Marina / www.schoonerfreedom.com
Two-hour day and evening sails on a replica 19th century blockade-runner. Call for reservations.

Beaches - St. Augustine Area

Life guards are on duty Memorial Day through Labor. Call the beach of your choice to check tide conditions before leaving or click here for current weather and tide information.

Beaches on Anastasia Island

Crescent Beach
2106 A1A South, St. Johns County Pier

St. Augustine Beach
904-471-1596 / 2106 A1A South, St. Johns County Pier / www.staugustinebeach.net

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Beaches on A1A (heading toward Ponte Vedra)

North Beach
North (Usina) Beach / A1A, St. Augustine / North (Usina) Beach

St. Johns County Parks and Recreation / 904-209-0655 or toll free 1-877-4SJCGOV / www.co.st-johns.fl.us

United Way 2-1-1
Free Information & Referral

If you're looking for free information or referrals for non-emergency health, social and human services and live in the 9-county region of Northeast Florida, simply dial 211 from your phone to be connected to a live person who can help you find the information you're looking for.
This service is free and available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Counties served include Duval, St. Johns, Clay, Baker, Nassau, Columbia, Suwannee, Hamilton, and Putnam counties.

United Way 2-1-1 provides information and referral for:
Financial Assistance Information
Medical Needs and Assistance
Child/Adolescent/Adult Mental Health and Substance Abuse
Food, Shelter and Clothing
Support Groups and People with Disabilities
HIV / AIDS Information and Testing
Victims of Abuse or Crime
Adult, Child and Family Services
24-hour Suicide and Crisis Intervention and Prevention

Some cell phones, business phones and pay phones may be unable to access 2-1-1. Therefore, callers may dial 1-904-632-0600 to access a United Way 2-1-1 call center specialist.

If you are unable to access 2-1-1 in your county, please dial the number that's appropriate to your county listed below:
Duval County: Dial 2-1-1 or 1-904-632-0600
Jacksonville calling area: Dial 2-1-1 or 1-904-632-0600
All other counties: Dial 2-1-1 or 1-866-318-0211

United Way of Northeast Florida / 211 or 904-390-3200 / www.nefl211.org

Karate

Karate instruction twice a week for ages 8-17. $100 annually/$50 semi-annually with entry into the program at any time. Dial ext. 214 for more information. All registrations must include a copy of birth certificate and the most recent report card to determine whether students must also enroll in the Tutoring Program.

904-854-6555 / 3450 Monument Rd / www.jaxpal.com

Cuba Hunter Skate Park

10,000 sq. ft. skateboard facility. Also includes also playscapes, athletic field, a one-quarter mile boardwalk, a covered pavilion, and two grills.

904-630-4100 / 3620 Bedford Rd / www.coj.net

Crystal Springs Road Park

40-acre park with nature trails, exercise course, picnic tables, grills, a pond, playground, tennis courts, and multi-purpose play fields. Admission is free. Park hours are 5am - 10pm.

904-693-4909 / 9800 Crystal Springs Rd / www.coj.net

Tillie K. Fowler Regional Park
(Formerly Westside Regional Park)

"With 509 acres, Tillie K. Fowler Regional Park is among the largest of all Jacksonville parks. It features a nature center and outdoor classroom, picnic area with grills and playground equipment, biking trails, a series of hiking and nature trails, and an elevated platform from which to view wetlands, soaring bald eagles, and other birds. Along the trails you will see evidence of Jacksonville's past in the form of a 16-foot wide brick road built in the early 20th century. (Click here for a map of the park.)

Tillie K. Fowler Regional Park is headquarters for the city's park naturalist who will gladly set up a nature walk or program for your organized group, club, school, or class. All programs are free of charge and can be scheduled by calling 904-573-2498."

Call ahead for park hours.

904-573-2498 / 7000 Roosevelt Blvd / www.coj.net

Community Education Afterschool Sports Programs

Afterschool sports programs are offered at school sites throughout the Duval County area. Sports-related programs include golf, karate, swimming, and more. Registration for Fall term takes place in August; Mid-Fall registration in October; Winter registration in January; and Mid-Winter registration in March. Check website for participating schools. Click link for participating schools in your area, then call the school of your choice and speak to the Community Education Coordinator.

904-858-6080 / Duval County Public Schools

JMC Moonwalks & More - Party Zone

In additional to party rentals, JMC Moonwalks also has a party room available for rent. In it are 6 televisions with cable, XBox with games, Playstation2 with games, an indoor moonwalk, dance floor, stage with microphones, CD player to play your own music, disco lights, tables and chairs for seating, presents and cake, and several areas for seating with barstools. There is also a Basketball toss, Football toss, JMC Moonwalks Party Zone Foosball table, Air hockey tables, and a Pool table. Parents may bring their own food, or have staff handle everything. Pizza and BBQ catering packages available include drinks, plates, napkins and cups, 1 bag of ice, and individual ice cream cups. Other options include helium balloons, and concessions such as a popcorn machine, hot dog steamer, and daiquiri machine.

904-743-0111 / 1435 University Blvd N

New!
Ice Skates

$49.99

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Buy a pair of Ice Skates now!

Texas Roadhouse

Wednesday

4pm - close. 12 and under. Two kids eat for $1.99 each with each adult meal purchase. Choice of Cheeseburger, Hot Dog, Mac-n-Cheese, Sirloin Steak or Chicken fingers. Drink is included.

904-213-1000 / 550 Blanding Blvd. / www.texasroadhouse.com

Cupcake Connection

Northside

Cakes, cupcakes, and catering. Walk-in service available. Call for more information.

904-874-5101 / 5876 Norwood Ave

Panera Bread

Everyday

Three healthy kids meals to choose from PB and J with all natural PB, Grilled Cheese made with organic American cheese or a Deli sandwich (Turkey, Ham or Roast Beef). Kids meals made with a white whole grain bread and are served with squeezable, organic yogurt and choice of organic milk, chocolate milk, or organic apple juice. Free Wireless Internet.

904-262-1732 / 13820 St. Augustine Road / www.panerabread.com

Agency for Persons with Disabilities

Provides approximately 34 services for adults and children over the age of three who have mental retardation, spina bifida, cerebral palsy, autism, and/or Prader-Willi Syndrome through the Med-Waiver program. Call for more information and to apply for services.

904-992-2415 / 3631 Hodges Blvd / apd.myflorida.com

Parental Access to Minor Driving Records

"This service allows parents and guardians to access the driving records of children under age 18 for free."

Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles / www.hsmv.state.fl.us

A Quantum Leap Educational Services, LLC

Southside

Personal Tutoring for Students from Kindergarten-Adult. Private 1:1 instruction is available year-round in all subjects, including ACT/SAT/PSAT/FCAT test preparation. Instruction at the southside Learning Lab or off-site locations to accommodate your scheduling needs. Educational Consulting Services, IEP review, Student Advocacy, and Specialized Tutoring are services that are offered to families with children who have exceptional needs.

A Quantum Leap is an approved provider for the Supplementary Education Service (SES) program in Clay, Duval, Flagler, Nassau, and St. Johns County Schools. If your child is in a Title I school and is on free and reduced lunch they are eligible to participate in this program and receive free tutoring. It is first come first served.

904-733-9870 or 877-295-5327 / 3938 Sunbeam Road, Suite 1
www.quantumleapedu.com

Barnacle Bills

Everyday

Children's menu ncludes fresh seafood & a variety of vegetable choices inclusive of vegetable casseroles. Activity menu & crayons for each cihld

904-471-2434 / 451 A1A Beach Blvd / www.barnaclebillsonline.com

Community Education Afterschool Sports Programs

Afterschool sports programs are offered at school sites throughout the Duval County area. Sports-related programs include golf, karate, swimming, and more. Registration for Fall term takes place in August; Mid-Fall registration in October; Winter registration in January; and Mid-Winter registration in March. Check website for participating schools. Click link for participating schools in your area, then call the school of your choice and speak to the Community Education Coordinator.

904-858-6080 / Duval County Public Schools

Community Education Afterschool Sports Programs

Afterschool sports programs are offered at school sites throughout the Duval County area. Sports-related programs include golf, karate, swimming, and more. Registration for Fall term takes place in August; Mid-Fall registration in October; Winter registration in January; and Mid-Winter registration in March. Check website for participating schools. Click link for participating schools in your area, then call the school of your choice and speak to the Community Education Coordinator.

904-858-6080 / Duval County Public Schools

Soccer

Ages 4-18. Recreational and advanced programs. All girls as well as coed teams for the younger age group. Ages 14 and up play on all girls and all boys teams. Registration begins in January for Spring season (Feb - May) and in July for Fall season (Aug - Nov). Practices are 1-2 days per week with games on Saturdays. $100 registration or $90 for early registration. (At the end of each season, there are 1-day opportunities for early registration. Check website for dates.) Cost covers uniforms, uniforms, and trophies. Coaches are volunteer parents. Click link and follow to the "Contact Us" page for a list of extensions. Summer camp also offered.

904-744-5490 / 11751 McCormick Rd / www.gascsoccer.com

Special Needs Soccer

Open to anyone with a developmental disability, all ages welcome. Register in October or at any time during the season. Season runs Oct - Feb. Practice and games on Saturday mornings at 9am (games begin at 9:30am). No fees, free! Parent-legal guardian must be present for practices and games. The fields are in excellent condition and there is easy access for wheelchairs.

904-398-8274 / Patton Park, 2850 Hodges Blvd / Down Syndrome Association of Jacksonville

Developmental Program (Ages 5-8)

Ages U6-U10. Registration starts in August for Fall season. Registration starts in November for Spring season. 8 week program. Kids play on a recreational team but come to an extra day of practice with the club training staff. Online registration available.

904-223-3606 / Patton Park, 2850 Hodges Blvd / www.firstcoastsoccer.com

Advanced Academy Training (Ages 11-12)

Registration starts in June for Fall season. Registration starts in November for Spring season.For players who want to stay on their recreational teams but get extra practice with the club training staff. Training takes place Monday & Thursday evenings. $95 per season (plus recreational fees). Online Registration Available.

904-223-3606 / Patton Park, 2850 Hodges Blvd / First Coast Soccer Association

Soccer

Ages 4-19. Registration in December - February for spring season (March - May). Registration in June-July for fall season (Aug - Nov). $60/season with a discount on spring season if kids played the previous fall. Practices held 1-2 times per week with games twice a week.

352-473-7777 / 6065 Twin Lakes Rd, Keystone Heights / Keystone Heights Youth Soccer

Williams YMCA DuPont Campus Soccer

Ages 4-17. Registration runs from early January to early February for Spring season (Feb-May). Registration runs from June-July for Fall season (July-Oct). Co-ed teams meet one weekday for practice and have one weekend game per week. $96 for non-members, $48 for members. Fee covers skills clinic, instruction, all practices, uniform, and award. YMCA Philosophy: "Fun first, skills second, winning third." Spring, Summer, and Winter camps also offered.

904-731-2006 / 7373 Old Kings Road, South / www.firstcoastymca.org

Upward Soccer

K4-8th grade boys and girls. Register Dec - Feb for Spring season (April - June). Register in July for Fall season (Aug - Nov). One-hour practices are held once per week with games are on Saturdays. $95. Cost covers uniform, trophy, and award. "Upward offers an evangelistic sports ministry specifically designed for kindergarten through sixth grade boys and girls that promotes salvation, character, and self-esteem in every child"(Upward.org). Spring and Summer camps also offered.

904-220-2377 / 270 North Kernan Blvd / East Pointe Church

Softball

Ages 5-16. Register January through February for Spring season (Feb-May). Register August through September for Fall season (Sep-Nov). Kids practice once per week with games on weekends. Once the official games season starts, kids will have one game during the week and one on weekends. Games will be held at different locations in the Arlington area. $70

904-744-3055 / 6350 Fort Caroline Road / www.alljax.org

Softball

Ages 4-18. Registration runs December through early February for Spring season (Feb-May). Call in July for Fall season information. $65 for T-ball, $85 for Rookie, and $125 for ages 14 and up. 2 practices/games per week. Participants play teams from Hawthorne, Waldo, Interlachen, Palatka, and Middleburg.

352-473-4400 / Little Rain Lake Park, Keystone Heights / Keystone Recreation Association

Florida Striders Youth Cross Country Team

K-8th grades. Meets Tuesdays at 5pm at Montclair Elementary. The purpose of the Florida Striders Youth Cross Country Team is to give kids a chance to run for fun and/or to train for possible future road races and Junior Olympic Cross Country meets. $10/year covers junior membership in the Florida Striders. Family membership is $20/year. Includes T-Shirt. Paperwork can be filled out when kids come for practice. For more information, call 904-635-5302 or 904-215-1346.

904-635-5302 / 2398 Moody Ave, Orange Park / Florida Striders Track Club

Mad Science of Jacksonville

At Your Location

Mad Science Parties

Children will participate in cool science experiments with a certified Mad Scientist and Have fun with physics and witness cool chemical reactions! Party guests will concoct super-stretchy Mad Science putty or ooey gooey slime. Mad Science offers a laboratory full of interactive demonstrations and activities to perform at your child's next birthday party.

Parties are for children ages 3 to 12, are held at your location, and typically last one hour. You can also enhance your party of with add-on experiments (science of cotton candy, dry ice show, or a real rocket launch) and our Mad Science Goody Bags. Preschoolers can enjoy an engaging and age appropriate junior scientist party!

904-230-0090 / www.MadScience.org/jax

Carvel Ice Cream Store

Southside

Ice Cream Cakes, Sundaes, Cups, Cones, Shakes, Smoothies and more

Hours of Operation:
Monday thru Thursday 11am to 9pm
Friday and Saturday 11am to 10pm
Sunday 12noon to 9pm

904-363-0004 / 8358 Point Meadows Dr / www.carvel.com

Club Rec After school Program

All Areas

Club Rec is the Department of Parks, Recreation and Entertainment's after school program for children ages 6-13. Club Rec participants engage in organized games and recreation activities designed to encourage physical fitness, along with educational activities like it's unique newspaper and education program and Akin's Reading and Rec Club. Children are admitted to Club Rec absolutely FREE. Program hours are from 3:30pm - 6pm. Participating Community Centers are: Balis, Julian Barrs, Beverly Hills, Blue Cypress, Burnett Park, Carvil (under construction), Charles Clark, Clanzel Brown, Cuba Hunter, Dinsmorer, Edith Brown Ford, Emmett Reed, Johnnie Walker, Henry T. Jones, Joe James, Joseph Lee, Kennedy, McGirts Creek, Mary Lena Gibbs, Oceanway, Windy Hill.

904-630-4100 / Locations throughout Jacksonville / www.coj.net

Cummer Museum

Riverside

Classes for children:
Art Adventures for Kids" (ages 6-12): Second Saturday each month. Art Connections studio classes in painting, printmaking, collage and construction with changing themes. Projects will be completed within one class period. Class size is limited and pre-registration required. Price includes supplies. Call 904-355-0630 for registration information. $10 per class members; $15 non-members
"Art For Two" (ages 3-5): Spend a fun-filled hour together with your child, in a class based on the national Start With the Arts program. This class provides an infusion of art, movement, literature and music that will help channel children's interests into the development of new skills. Class size is limited and pre-registration required. Price includes supplies. Members $10 per pair per class; Non-members $15 per pair per class.

904-355-0630 / 801 Riverside Ave / www.cummer.org

Wehner's School of the Arts

Clay County

Art, dance, instrumental, and voice.

904-276-1259 / 515 College Dr. Orange Park/ Wehner's School of the Arts

Kirk Farber's Working Warrior, Inc.

Beaches

Offers programs that focus on building self-esteem and character through martial arts training, jumping rope, juggling, and public speaking. Developed by 6th degree Black Belt and Seminar Speaker with 25+ years experience in martial arts.

904-241-8044 / 1015 Atlantic Blvd, #297, Atlantic Beach / Kirk Farber's Working Warrior

Combination Martial Arts

Ages 5-12. A Christian based Martial Arts School. The style taught is a combination of five different styles - Tae Kwon Do, Judo, Shotokan, Shorynru, and Hapkido. Click on the link for more information on the five styles. Students are welcome to come every day for the same monthly price. Offering daily classes for adults and children that will teach self-defense, discipline and integrity, as well as an afterschool program and summer camp.

United Martial Arts / 904-762-9687 / 6180-9 Fort Caroline Rd / www.unitedmartialartsjax.net

Police Athletic League

Arlington

Karate instruction for ages 8-17. $100 annually/$50 semi-annually with entry into the program at any time.

904-854-6555 / 3450 Monument Rd
904-355-3308 / 2165 West 33rd St
www.jaxpal.com

Shana David - Piano and Voice

Professional voice and piano lessons in all contemporary styles provided in a convenient Riverside location. Please call or email for more information.

904-384-9382 / jaxvox@hotmail.com

Lorna Greenwood

Violin and Voice, Artist Development and Music Career Counseling

904-727-7057 / www.lornagreenwood.com

Music Time

We Specialize in Music Lessons, Books and Sheet Music, Instruments, Repairs, and Accessories for most Instruments. Spacious private studios. Preschool to adult. Brass, Woodwind, Percussion, Strings, Piano, Voice and Guitar

904-483-2788/ 2214 Dunn Avenue / www.musictimeonline.com

John Tully

Beaches

Children ages 6 and up will learn swimming out of rip currents, ocean safety as well as surfing skills. Licensed, Insured, and 38 years of worldwide of surfing experience. $100.00 for a 2 1/2 hour lesson, board provided.

904-707-5663 / 16th Ave South Jacksonville Beach / John Tully Surf Camp

Individualized Education Services

Clay County

Tutoring in reading, math, SAT, ACT, and speed reading. Also offers academic and reading therapy programs address issues kids with learning differences face. Other programs include computer-based home school and summer school.

904-269-7377 / 402 Loring Ave, Orange Park / www.iestutors.com

Ms. Aspire Educational Services

Southside

High-quality and affordable math (Algebra - Calculus) and science (chemistry, physics, biochemistry) tutoring for middle-school and high-school girls. SAT Test Preparation Workshops also provided. Online registration available.

904-645-6300 / 1309-100 St. Johns Bluff Rd, Suite 109 / www.msaspire.com

MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers)
at Trinity Baptist Church

Westside

Children must be newborn - kindergarten-age. Mothers of Preschoolers get together and build relationships and listen to key speakers on topics of interest while their preschoolers (newborn - kindergarten) are in MOPPETS having their time of play, crafts and storytime. Meetings are held twice per month (depending on holidays) on Monday evenings from 6:30pm - 8pm at Trinity Baptist Church, 800 Hammond Blvd. Membership in this group is free. However, moms interested in joining MOPS International (optional) can pay a $20/year fee. To join this group, send and email tojoaenis@tbc.org or call 904-596-2428. For more information on MOPS International, visit www.mops.org.

904-596-2428 / Trinity Baptist Church, 800 Hammond Blvd / www.tbc.org

Nurse Connect Nurse Advice Line
A Free Community Call Center

Call 1-888-215-0201 to speak to a registered nurse about a symptom or health concern. This is "a free community call center" service provided by Charolette Regional Medical Center. The phones are answered 7 days a week, 24 hours a day.

Charlotte Regional Medical Center in Charlotte, NC / 1-888-215-0201 / www.charlotteregional.com

Florida Ballet

Downtown / San Marco

As a service to the community, The Florida Ballet offers several options of open classes:
Advanced/Intermediate Ballet class - Tuesday evenings 7:00-8:30 p.m.
Pilates for everyone - no dance experience necessary - Monday evenings 5:30-6:30 p.m.

904-353-7518 / 300 East State St, Suite E / www.floridaballet.org

Nancy Dance Studio

Beaches

Classes for age 2 1/2 in ballet, tap, jazz, Pointe, acrobatics, hip-hop, baton, musical theatre, KreativeKids preschool, boys tumbling, boys hip-hop and boys tap. Call for class schedules and prices.

904-241-8349 / 1368 Beach Boulevard, Jacksonville Beach / www.nancydancestudio.com

IMAX Theater

St. Augustine

In the "Big Bash" package, everyone receives: A ticket to your choice of general run films; lunch or dinner from Fairways Cafe from special menu; and the use of the party area for one hour. In the "Ultimate Bash" package, everyone receives: A ticket to your choice of general run films, lunch or dinner from Fairways Cafe from special menu, use of party area for one hour, gift for birthday child, name recognized on IMAX screen before film. Parties must be reserved two weeks in advance by calling 904-940-4118 or 904-940-4010 and must be paid in full at the time of reservation. Online reservations available.

World Golf Hall of Fame IMAX Theater / 904-940-4118 / One World Golf Place, St. Augustine / www.wgv.com

Upward Basketball

Ages 3-11. Register November & December for the upcoming season (December - February). One hour practice once per week with games on Saturday's at Kirby Smith Middle School. Cost includes uniform and awards (optional basketball shorts available for additional cost). Financial aid is available. "Upward offers an evangelistic sports ministry specifically designed for kindergarten through sixth grade boys and girls that promotes salvation, character, and self-esteem in every child"(Upward.org).

Tabernacle Baptist Institutional Church / 904-356-3362 / 903 E Union St / www.tbicjax.com

Boyer School of Music

Private music instuction in piano and voice for all ages in the San Marco area. Click link for more information.

www.boyerschoolofmusic.com

Maggie Moo's

Clay County

Ice cream cakes. Open Monday - Thursday, 11:30am - 10pm; Friday and Saturday, 11:30am - 11pm; and sun 12noon - 9pm.

904-269-9538 / Eagle Harbor, 1560-3 Business Center Dr, Orange Park / www.maggiemoos.com

Ben And Jerry's Ice Cream

Clay County

Ice cream cakes. Open Daily 12noon-10pm.

904-541-0200 / 1635 Wells Rd, Orange Park / www.benandjerrys.com

Dairy Queen

Beaches

Ice cream cakes. Open Sunday - Thursday, 11am - 8:30pm; and Friday and Saturday, 11am - 9pm.

904-277-2113 / 2784 Sadler Rd, Fernandina Beach / www.dairyqueen.com

Forestry Tower Park

"Forestry Park offers six acres of fun for families and friends looking for a quiet place to picnic or bring the children for playtime. Visitors to this neighborhood park may relax on one of its 18 benches or grill up some tasty treats on one of the two grills avialable for cooking out. Forestry Tower Park is located off of Beach Boulevard east of the Southside Boulevard/Beach Boulevard intersection."

904-630-CITY(2489) / 10430 Beach Blvd / www.coj.net

Early Steps Playgroup

Southside

Children from birth to age 3 are welcome. Parents must be enrolled in the Early Steps program - an intervention program for children with established conditions or eligible for services based on their developmental delay. The group meets on the 2nd and 4th Monday of each month in the Southside area of town. For more information, contact Karen Cole at 904-360-7022, ext. 227.

Children's Medical Services / 904-360-7022

North Florida School

"North Florida School's goal is to provide a safe and nurturing learning environment where our students are able to receive a quality education, participate in vital resources, and improve their academic, vocational, and social skills." Accepts the McKay Scholarship.

904-724-8323 / 223 Mill Creek Rd / www.northfloridaschool.org

Ringhaver Park

Westside

The park includes a two-mile asphalt path with wooden bridges, providing access to the Ortega River Nature Preserve for walkers, joggers and the handicapped. There are also softball and soccer fields, a covered picnic area, and an all-child playground. Open 5am - 10pm. Located on Jackonville's Westside.

904-630-4100 / 5198 118th St / www.coj.net

Special Needs Soccer

Open to anyone with a developmental disability, all ages welcome. Register in October or at any time during the season. Season runs Oct - Feb. Practice and games on Saturday mornings at 9am (games begin at 9:30am). No fees, free! Parent-legal guardian must be present for practices and games. The fields are in excellent condition and there is easy access for wheelchairs.

904-398-8274 / Patton Park, 2850 Hodges Blvd / Down Syndrome Association of Jacksonville

Special Needs Soccer

Open to anyone with a developmental disability, all ages welcome. Register in October or at any time during the season. Season runs Oct - Feb. Practice and games on Saturday mornings at 9am (games begin at 9:30am). No fees, free! Parent-legal guardian must be present for practices and games. The fields are in excellent condition and there is easy access for wheelchairs.

904-398-8274 / Patton Park, 2850 Hodges Blvd / Down Syndrome Association of Jacksonville

Drawing, Painting, and Clay

Murray Hill Art Center offers art lessons in drawing, painting, crafts, and working with clay for school groups (age 5 and up with chaperones), special needs groups, and the general public. Allow approx. 2 hours per session. Most programs can be completed in one session. However, students doing clay projects will need to come for 2 or more sessions. Materials are provided (with the exception of clay). Available Wed mornings, from 9:30am - 12:30pm, and Mon-Fri from 1:30pm - 5:30pm. Call to schedule. Free

Murray Hill Art Center / 904-384-8039 / 4327 Kerle St / www.coj.net

Basketball Pick-Up Games

Fridays, 6pm to 9pm. Kids and adults with physical disabilities are invited to come for basketball games, drills, and general exposure to the sport. No pre-registration--just show up. Free!

904-910-9738 / Brooks Health and Fitness Center, 10423 Centurian Pwy / Brooks Adaptive Sport and Recreation

JCC Toy Lending Center

"The Jacksonville Children's Commission Toy Lending Center was created to help parents and child care providers enrich children's lives with a variety of play experiences and developmentally appropriate activities." "The Lending Center provides a variety of toys for children of all ages and developmental abilities, including large-knobbed puzzles, easy-to-grasp toys and sensory items." Open Mon-Fri, 8am - 4pm. Located in the Children's Commission offices. For more information and to register, please call (904) 630-6433 or e-mail aisaac@coj.net

904-630-6433 / 1095 A. Philip Randolph Blvd / Jacksonville Children's Commission

Old Town Carriage Tours

Beaches

Horse-Drawn Carriage Tours

Reserve the carriage for 30 minutes or one hour. Driver will pick up the kids at any location in the historic district of Fernandina Beach (examples include the park, ice cream shop, bed and breakfast, restaurant, etc.). During the ride, the driver will talk about what the experience was like for kids when there were horse and carriages and when they went to a one-room school house by horse-drawn carriage. An example trip would include a ride around the waterfront to see the shrimp boats. The birthday child can sit up front with the driver, or the kids can take turns sitting up front. Pirate and ghost themes also available (depends on parents' wishes). The carriage can seat six children. One adult is required to come along.

904-277-1555 / 115 Beach St, Fernandina Beach / www.ameliacarriagetours.com

Dairy Queen

St. Augustine / St. John's County

Ice cream cakes. Open Monday - Thursday, 10am - 10pm; Friday and Saturday, 10am - 11pm; and Sunday 11am - 10pm.

904-824-1224 / 100 San Marco Ave / www.dairyqueen.com

Dippin' Dots Ice Cream

St. Augustine / St. John's County

Ice cream cakes available. However, staff are not equipped to decorate cakes. Open 11am - 7pm Every Day.

904-825-0454 / 123 St. George St.

Baskin Robbins

Southside

Ice cream cakes. Open Monday - Saturday, 11am - 10pm and Sunday 11am -9pm. Click link to create a cake online.

904-223-9080 / 14444 Beach Blvd / www.baskinrobbins.com

Cinemark Tinseltown

Southside

Birthday package includes a movie ticket for each child, kids' pack (popcorn, drink, candy) for each child, and use of the party room for one hour. During the party, Tinseltown supplies all the food - drinks and choice of pizza or hot dogs & fries. Party room is available for one hour before or after the movie and is attended by an employee. Family brings the own cake and ice cream. Cannot reserve movie seats. Offered on Saturdays and Sundays.

904-998-2122 / 4535 Southside Blvd / www.cinemark.com

JMC Moonwalks & More - Party Zone

Arlington

In additional to party rentals, JMC Moonwalks also has a party room available for rent. In it are 6 televisions with cable, XBox with games, Playstation2 with games, an indoor moonwalk, dance floor, stage with microphones, CD player to play your own music, disco lights, tables and chairs for seating, presents and cake, and several areas for seating with barstools. There is also a Basketball toss, Football toss, Foosball table, Air hockey tables, and a Pool table. Parents may bring their own food, or have staff handle everything. Pizza and BBQ catering packages available include drinks, plates, napkins and cups, 1 bag of ice, and individual ice cream cups. Other options include helium balloons, and concessions such as a popcorn machine, hot dog steamer, and daiquiri machine.

904-743-0111 / 1435 University Blvd N

Artoga

Beaches

Art, Yoga, and Theatre Birthday

Two hour customized parties include art, yoga, and theatre. Parents choose the theme and art, yoga, and theatre activities will be tailored to that theme. Artoga provides balloons and room set-up. Parents bring refreshments of choice, birthday kid,

Artoga / 904-477-0400 / 328 9th Avenue North, Jacksonville Beach / www.artoga.org

Baskin Robbins

Westside

Ice cream cakes. Open Every Day 5am - 11pm. Click link to create a cake online.

904-384-9960 / 741 Cassat Ave / www.baskinrobbins.com

O2B Kids

Clay County

Pick three activities from this list:

Party Dances
Karaoke
Lil Mad Scientist
Climb the Slime Wall
Scavenger Hunt
Outside Fun
Face Painting/Balloon Animals
Gymnastics Obstacle Course
Awesome Arts 'n Crafts.

Party package includes: Three Activities; Party Leader for two hours; Invitations; Lemonade; and Paper Goods (one place setting each child plus eight additional settings for adults). Available extras include party shirt, additional pitcher of lemonade, pitcher of soda, and a dozen cookies. The only outside food permitted is cake, ice cream, and pizza. The party room is available during the last 40 minutes of the party. Host parents must remain in the building while guests are present. All guests may stay and play after the party as long as host parents are present. All party guests must bring socks for the Big Toy. Parties may be scheduled as late as the Wednesday prior to your party date. For more information, call, or email jaxinfo@o2bkids.com.

904-264-4202 / 904-264-4202 / www.o2bkids.com

Bowl America

Mandarin

Party plan includes: bowling; use of rental shoes; a Bowl America birthday t-shirt for the birthday child; bowling-themed paper products; party invitations; and the food plan of your choice. Two hours.

904-268-1511 / 10333 San Jose Blvd / www.bowlingparty.com

Skate Station

Mandarin

Three party packages are available. The "Classic" package includes: Any one attraction; Regular Skate Rental (with skating attraction); Unlimited soft drinks for children while seated; 4 game tokens per child; Party host service while seated; 30 minutes in the party area; Paper products; Ice Cream Cup; Birthday Child receives One Free Month of Skating Lessons; Return Skating Passes for all birthday guests; Party Invitations. Order other packages to add additional attractions, pizza/hot dog, commemorative photo; additional game tokens; and party favors. Private Birthday parties available for groups of 50 or more. Special Teen Birthday parties available Friday and Saturday nights. Online reservations available.

904-880-7703 / 3461 Kori Rd / www.skatestationfunworks.com

Archer Lanes

Northside

Bowling Birthday

Two hour party package includes one hour of bowling with rental shoes included, one slice of pizza or hot dog per child, 12 oz soda for every child in the party, and set up of a table with party decorations. Each child in the party also gets a free game pass to be used at a future visit.

904-751-2888 / 10850 Harts Rd / www.archerlanes.com

Fiesta Falls Mini Golf

St. Augustine / St. Johns County

Miniature golf with 8 waterfalls, caves, a 65 ft. Spanish ship and a view of the ocean from the mountaintop gazebo. Fiesta Falls offers special rates available for groups. Those wanting to have a celebration at Fiesta Falls can use the inflatable 6 foot birthday cake and the outside deck, which has umbrellas and tables. Service ice cream and pizza. Bring your own food, drinks, cake, and decorations. Play 18 holes and then use the deck for your celebration.

904-461-5571 / 818 Beach Blvd (A1A), St. Augustine Beach / www.lafiestainn.com

Bowl America

Southside

Party plan includes: bowling; use of rental shoes; a Bowl America birthday t-shirt for the birthday child; bowling-themed paper products; party invitations; and the food plan of your choice. Two hours.

904-642-0460 / 11141 Beach Blvd / www.bowlingparty.com

Jax Lanes Grove Park

Southside

Birthday package is limited to kids age 14 and younger. All parties include 1 hour of bowling (shoes, balls, and bumpers included); 45 minutes in the party area, 1 free game pass per child for their next visit; balloons; paper products; invitations; a bowling pin for the birthday child's friends to autograph, and soft drinks. Add fries and choice of hamburgers, hotdogs, grilled cheese, or peanut butter and jelly sandwiches for an additional cost. Families bring the cake and ice cream.

904-641-3133 / 8720 Beach Blvd

Adventure Landing

Party packages include: Party Captain to host and organize your party; Decorated party tables for 90 minutes with all paper products and balloons. Unlimited Soda and Popcorn during table time. Birthday Bags with coupons and discounts. Choice of Hot Dog or 1 Slice of Pizza per guest. And a lot more!

904-246-4386 / 1944 Beach Blvd, Jax Beach / Jax Beach Adventure Landing
904-771-2804 / 4825 Blanding Blvd / Blanding Adventure Landing
904-827-9400 /2780 State Rd 16, St. Augustine/ St. Augustine Adventure Landing

Artoga

Beaches

Art, Yoga, and Theatre Birthday

Two hour customized parties include art, yoga, and theatre. Parents choose the theme and art, yoga, and theatre activities will be tailored to that theme. Artoga provides balloons and room set-up. Parents bring refreshments of choice, birthday kid, and party shoes.

Artoga / 904-477-0400 / 328 9th Avenue North, Jacksonville Beach / www.artoga.org

Michael's Arts and Crafts

Arlington

Craft Project of Your Choice

Reserve a room and have a two-hour craft party. The Birthday Party Coordinator will conduct a craft project of your choice, along with games. Staff also set-up and clean-up. Many projects are available, or create your own custom craft project to suit the personality of your child. Parents bring the cake, decorations, and food.

904-724-7282 / 651-800 Commerce Center Dr / www.michaels.com

O2B Kids

Clay County

Pick three activities from this list: Party Dances; Karaoke; Lil Mad Scientist; Climb the Slime Wall; Scavenger Hunt; Outside Fun; Face Painting/Balloon Animals; Gymnastics Obstacle Course; and Awesome Arts 'n Crafts. Party package includes: Three Activities; Party Leader for two hours; Invitations; Lemonade; and Paper Goods (one place setting each child plus eight additional settings for adults). Available extras include party shirt, additional pitcher of lemonade, pitcher of soda, and a dozen cookies. The only outside food permitted is cake, ice cream, and pizza. The party room is available during the last 40 minutes of the party. Host parents must remain in the building while guests are present. All guests may stay and play after the party as long as host parents are present. All party guests must bring socks for the Big Toy. Parties may be scheduled as late as the Wednesday prior to your party date. For more information, call, or email jaxinfo@o2bkids.com

904-264-4202 / 1821 Town Center Blvd, Fleming Island / www.o2bkids.com

Michael's Arts and Crafts

Southside

Craft Project of Your Choice

Reserve a room and have a two-hour craft party. The Birthday Party Coordinator will conduct a craft project of your choice, along with games. Staff also set-up and clean-up. Many projects are available, or create your own custom craft project to suit the personality of your child. Parents bring the cake, decorations, and food.

904-363-3618 / 9041 Southside Blvd, Ste 140 / www.michaels.com

Winston Family YMCA

Beaches/Intracoastal

Pool Party

Party Package includes: Party Coordinator; Paper goods (if needed); Lifeguard staff; 2 hours of Pool access; Use of the Playground; Restrooms; Picnic area; Use of the Courtyard; Ice. 2 hours at the pool; In the event of inclement weather, the party may be moved inside to an available area or rescheduled. A copy of the guest list and signed waivers is required. Available Saturdays and Sundays. For more information, contact the Aquatics Director at 904-543-9622 or via email at jmoore@firstcoastymca.org .

904-543-9622 / 170 Landrum Ln, Ponte Vedra Beach / www.firstcoastymca.org

Isle of Palms Park

Beaches & Southside

Picnic Pavilion Reservations

5-acre facility offers picnic areas with grills, benches, multi-purpose fields, 2 tennis courts, 4 playscape areas. Reservations are required for picnic shelters.

904-630-4100 / 3780 Eunice Rd / www.coj.net / Click here to reserve a picnic shelter online through JaxParks.

Players Grille

Tuesday

6pm - Close. Kids eat for 1/2 price. Very kid-friendly. TV's and large game room. Will read for food program. Free Wireless Internet. Open daily at 11am. Brunch Sat and Sun, 10am -2pm. Mondays, 6pm - close-spaghetti & meatball dinner for $3.99. Located between University and Emerson.

904-448-6670 / 4465 Hendricks Ave

Broach Schools

The mission of the Broach School is to create a safe, nurturing, learning environment where students are motivated to succeed. Students attend during the regular school year and during the summer if they wish. Takes enrollments year-round. Accepts the McKay Scholarship.

5 locations in Jacksonville:

Jacksonville Beach (grades 1-12)
75 12th St South
247-7288

Orange Park (grades 1-12)
772 Fox Ridge Center Dr, Ste 136
298-3500

South (grades K-12)
6211 Terry Rd
674-0900

Westside (grades 1-12)
440 Lenox Square
389-5106

broachschool.com

Jacksonville Public Swimming Pools

There is 1 indoor pool and 33 outdoor pools. The indoor pool is at Cecil Aquatics Center and is open all year long (See Westside Places to Go Listings for details).

The Outdoor Public Pool Schedule will begin again, seasonally 2009. Please check back for details.

904-745-9630 / 34 Pools in Jacksonville / www.coj.net

Early Steps Program

All Areas

An intervention program that provides therapy, playgroups, and other services for children birth to age 3 with development or physical disabilities. Call and speak to an intake services coordinator to set up an appointment.

904-360-7022 / 910 North Jefferson St / www.cms-kids.com/earlysteps

Nice Music

Piano, guitar, drums, bass, and flute lessons for adults and children ages 6 and up. All teachers have Bachelors in Music. Instructors are all independent contractors and provide lessons at Nice Music, located 2 blocks before Kingsley if coming from I-295.

904-264-6119 / 1592 Park Ave, Orange Park / www.nicemusicinc.com

Rita's Ice-Custard Happiness

Everyday

Freshly-made Italian ices, Cream Ices, Gelati, Misto, Frozen Custard, and Blendinis.

904-714-0998 / 840 Nautica Dr, Unit 105 / www.ritasice.com

Mad Science of Jacksonville

At Your Location

Mad Science Parties

Children will participate in cool science experiments with a certified Mad Scientist and Have fun with physics and witness cool chemical reactions! Party guests will concoct super-stretchy Mad Science putty or ooey gooey slime. Mad Science offers a laboratory full of interactive demonstrations and activities to perform at your child's next birthday party.

Parties are for children ages 3 to 12, are held at your location, and typically last one hour. You can also enhance your party of with add-on experiments (science of cotton candy, dry ice show, or a real rocket launch) and our Mad Science Goody Bags. Preschoolers can enjoy an engaging and age appropriate junior scientist party!

904-230-0090 / www.MadScience.org/jax

Individualized Education Services

Clay County

Academic and reading therapy programs address issues kids with learning differences face. Also offers computer-based home school program SAT, ACT, Math, Reading, speed reading, and summer school.

904-269-7377 / 402 Loring Ave, Orange Park / www.iestutors.com

Upward Flag Football

1st - 6th graders. Registration opens in June for Fall season (runs Aug-Oct). "Upward offers an evangelistic sports ministry specifically designed for kindergarten through sixth grade boys and girls that promotes salvation, character, and self-esteem in every child"(Upward.org). Registration cost ranges from $60-$85 depending on time of registration. Flag Football shorts are included in the registration cost. Form and registration fee may be dropped off at the First Baptist Church Office anytime between 8am and 5pm, Monday through Friday.

First Baptist Church / 904-264-2351 / 1140 Kingsley Ave, Orange Park / www.fbc-orangepark.org

Jason's Deli

Everyday

Healthy Jr. Meals for kids 12 and under. Choices include organic PB and J, hot dog, grilled cheese, pizza, mac n cheese, ham or turkey sandwich and spaghetti. Meals include a drink (organic apple juice, milk or soda), and a side (organic carrots, apples, fruit, or chips).

904-620-0707 / 4375 Southside Blvd, Ste. 15 / www.jasonsdeli.com

Gymboree

Southside

90 minute private party for birthday child and up to 15 guests, 4 years old and younger. A Gymboree teacher will lead your child and friends in many fun activities and games, including parachute time and bubbles. Theme parties are also available. Gymboree provides invitations, plates, napkins, party hats, utensils, party favor bags for you to fill. Parents bring the cake and juice.

904-538-9590 / The Avenues Mall, 10300 Southside Blvd / www.gymboreeclasses.com

Early Steps Program

An intervention program that provides therapy, playgroups, and other services for children birth to age 3 with development or physical disabilities. Call and speak to an intake services coordinator to set up an appointment.

904-360-7022 / 910 North Jefferson St / www.cms-kids.com/earlysteps

JaxParks Swim Lessons

Citywide

Activities range from swim lessons for all ages to aqua aerobics to family swim month. Keep reading for all the exciting details.

Aqua Babies - Aqua Babies is a water acclimation class specially designed for infants age 6 to 36 months. The program's fun, safe environment will allow participants to become more comfortable in and around water. Participants will work in small groups of 10 per each instructor. A parent is required to accompany his/her child in the water.
Aqua Babies is offered at the Cecil Aquatics Center only.

Aqua Tot Program - Aqua Tots is a water acclimation class for children ages 2 1/2 - 5. Toddlers will have the opportunity to learn basic aquatic skills in a fun and safe environment. Parents must accompany the children. All Aqua Tots classes have one instructor per five participants. The classes are offered at select locations.

Youth Swim Lessons - Youth Swim Lessons are for children ages 5 to 12. Children are placed in classes based on their skill level. Activities range from basic aquatic acclimation to learning competitive swimming strokes. The learn-to-swim program maintains one instructor for every 10 participants.
Youth swim lessons are offered during the summer months at select pool locations and year-round at the Cecil Aquatics Center.

For General Information
Contact the Aquatics Office
904-745-9630

For Swim Lessons, Swim Team, and Junior Life Guard Camp Information
904-745-9630

For Cecil Recreation Complex Programs
904-573-3157
13611 Normandy Blvd

City of Jacksonville / www.coj.net

BASCA, Inc.

BASCA provides developmentally disabled men, women and children of Northeast Florida:

meeting facilities for socialization
activites/opportunities to interact with the community
services to assist in daily living
LIFE residential homes as living options
Custom Creations Center for work skills/employment

BASCA, Inc. / 904-541-1742 / 841 Plainfield Ave, Orange Park / www.bascainc.org

Dreams Come True
Kids Helping Kids Program

A local non-profit organization "with the simple goal of making the dreams of children with life-threatening illnesses become reality".

"This signature program of Dreams Come True brings together First Coast children with dream recipients. Kids Helping Kids includes schools, youth groups, and civic, religious, and service organizations. These caring children organize a Dreams Come True club, then develop their own fundraising projects. Events can include car washes, bake sales, dances, talent shows, coin collections, and many more activities to generate funds to sponsor a child's dream."

Dreams Come True / 904-296-3030 / 6803 Southpoint Parkway / www.dreamscometrue.org

Kids Kampus Field Trips

Kids Kampus offers an outdoor playground that has a spash park in the summer, nature trail, and picnic pavillians. Take your class to the playground, make a picnic pavillion reservation, or schedule a field trip. All offerings are free.

Kids Kampus' free educational field trips support the Sunshine State Standards to all organized public and private elementary schools. Professional staff guide children, in ages/grades ranging from pre-school through elementary, through informative, hands-on educational programs, with an emphasis on Jacksonville history, culture and notable landmarks. Other scheduled events include crafts and art projects and recreational activities. Groups must make reservations to participate in Kids Kampus educational programs. Choose from the following programs:

Safe City (Kindergarten & 1st Grade): An educational program promoting safety covering traffic, poison, fire and water safety lessons taught by health educators. Students will learn bike skills and safety in "SAFE CITY."

Magical Magnets (Kindergarten & 1st Grade): Young minds are "magnetically" drawn to the basic scientific principals of magnetism and how it affects the world they live in.

Rollin' Up the River (2nd - 4th Grades): The longest river in Florida holds many secrets waiting to be uncovered. Students will perform scientific experiments to determine the water quality of the St. Johns River.

Creepy Crawly Things (1st - 3rd Grades): Do worms have tongues? How do bugs see? Your students will be able to answer all of these questions once they embark on the insect safari that is part of this cool adventure into a bug's world.

Water Cycle Workshop (2nd - 4th Grades): In this dynamic physical study of the water cycle, students will engage in several activities, including traveling through it as a drop of water and discovering the St. Johns River watershed.

Bubblocity (1st - 5th Grades): Learn about scientific principles such as surface tension and the visible light spectrum and create art work through the use of bubbles.

Do You See What Eye See (1st - 5th Grades): Seeing isn't always believing; students will learn in this dynamic program of study on how the human eye works, and how our eyes can be tricked to see things that may not be present.

Here Comes the Sun (2nd - 5th Grades): Students will cruise through this solar powered learning experience, this is a great companion to solar system studies.

It's In the Air (3rd - 5th Grades): Students will enjoy a live, interactive performance that will help them understand Bernoulli's Principle.

History of Jacksonville (3rd - 5th Grades): From dinosaurs to the big fire, students will discover that our city has been a fascinating location for millions of years.

Mystery of Navigation (3rd - 5th Grades): Students will discover the secrets of magnetic north, build a compass and develop their navigational skills in this fun-packed educational experience.

Kids Kampus / 904-630-KIDS / 1410 Gator Blvd / www.coj.net

Honor Roll Tutoring Service

Southside

All grades. Tutoring in all subjects, including FCAT.

904-854-0060 / 7263 Beach Blvd

KinderStudios

Fernandina Beach / Amelia Island

KinderStudios is a full service Dance, Music, and Drama center for children and Adults. Kinderstudios offers Kindermusik classes, Mummy

Kinderstudios / 904-415-0954 / 1897 Island Walk Way, Suite 4 , Fernandina Beach / www.kinderstudios.com

KinderStudios

Fernandina Beach / Amelia Island

KinderStudios is a full service Dance, Music, and Drama center for children and Adults. Kinderstudios offers Kindermusik classes, Mummy and me and more.

Kinderstudios / 904-415-0954 / 1897 Island Walk Way, Suite 4 , Fernandina Beach / www.kinderstudios.com

Hope Haven

Afterschool enrichment for children and adults ages 5-22 who have a physical and/or developmental disability. Also offers a tutoring service and keyboarding classes for children and adults with learning disabilities, as well as outpatient treatment. Financial assistance available.

Hope Haven / 904-346-5100 / 4600 Beach Blvd / www.hope-haven.org

Robeez Footwear

$27.99

12 to 18 months

Why we love it:
Soft soled-shoes are all the rage and Robeez is our favorite brand. There are so many cute styles to choose from.

Product Description:
Comfortable and supportive, yet flexible and soft, Robeez shoes are the best choice in footwear for your child?s developing feet. Durable quality leather and lined upper. Comfortable soft leather cushions and protects, flexes with each step: and is breathable to keep feet cool and comfy. Skid resistant textured suede sole prevents slipping. Machine washable. Available in sizes: 6-12 months and 12-18 months.

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Ice Skates

$49.99

Why we love it:
We love going to Jax Ice to skate. We highly recommend getting your own pair of skates and heading over to the Sports Complex to try them out.

Product Description:
Blade Runner Zoom Boys ice skates by Rollerblade are so cool, they actually grow with your child. No, I don't mean like Sea Monkeys, Rollerblade developed a mechanism so you can adjust the toe of the boot and slide it in to make the skate smaller, or slide it out to make the skate bigger. Not to mention the cool look with plastic molded hinged cuff for flexibility, and awesome lateral stability to strengthen little boys ankles for hours of fun. Top ratchet micro buckle closure combined with Velcro instep strap and short laces make this so easy to put on, even the youngest renegade can at least try to put them on themselves. Tongue: Felt, Liner: Comfortable Inner liner, Recommended Use: Beginner, Outsole: Molded support with hinged cuff buckle, lace, powerstrap, Blade: Carbon steel hockey blade.

Buy Rollerblade Zoom Ice Junior Ice Hockey Skates now!

Robeez Footwear

$27.99
ages 12 to 18 months

Why we love it:
Soft soled-shoes are all the rage and Robeez is our favorite brand. There are so many cute styles to choose from.

Product Description:
Comfortable and supportive, yet flexible and soft, Robeez shoes are the best choice in footwear for your child?s developing feet. Durable quality leather and lined upper. Comfortable soft leather cushions and protects, flexes with each step: and is breathable to keep feet cool and comfy. Skid resistant textured suede sole prevents slipping. Machine washable. Available in sizes: 6-12 months and 12-18 months.

Buy Robeez Footwear Red Monkey 12 - 18 Mos. now!

Viva Pinata for Windows

$37.99

Why we love it:
Don't own an Xbox 360 but still crave Pinata fun? No worries this is the Window's version! Enjoy.

Product Description:
Viva Piñata is a window to another world where wild-roaming, living Piñata animals inhabit a growing, changing garden world. Take control of this environment and the piñata within it, influencing its contents to create your very own pet paradise. The "Viva Piñata" gameplay experience presents a customizable, social and spontaneous world in which gamers play an absolutely crucial role. The world players create is an evolving paradise teeming with fantastic living piñata creatures and vibrant plant life, all determined by the player's choices and actions.

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Go Fresh Design

Web

Go Fresh Design is a full service web and graphic design agency. We provide clients with high-end design work at reasonable prices.

571-213-1558 / hello@gofreshdesign.com / www.gofreshdesign.com

Mad Science of Jacksonville

At Your Location

Mad Science Parties

Children will participate in cool science experiments with a certified Mad Scientist and Have fun with physics and witness cool chemical reactions! Party guests will concoct super-stretchy Mad Science putty or ooey gooey slime. Mad Science offers a laboratory full of interactive demonstrations and activities to perform at your child's next birthday party.

Parties are for children ages 3 to 12, are held at your location, and typically last one hour. You can also enhance your party of with add-on experiments (science of cotton candy, dry ice show, or a real rocket launch) and our Mad Science Goody Bags. Preschoolers can enjoy an engaging and age appropriate junior scientist party!

904-230-0090 / www.MadScience.org/jax

Mad Science of Jacksonville Crazy Chemworks

At Your Location

Crazy Chemworks is a signature after school program. Due to the structure of the courses and take home experiments, an additional material fee will be required for each student.

Lab Works - Try your hand as a real Mad Scientist in this whirlwind program on how a lab works! Learn to manipulate laboratory equipment at your personal lab bench, and face an egg-citing power pipetting challenge! Take home your very own Scientific Cylinder to continue your research!
Junior Reactors -Create a tiny world of atoms with your very own set of Atomic Coins! Learn to recognize chemical reactions and mix up a few reactive ingredients for some sensational results!
Phantastic p.H. Phestival - Slide down the colorful pH scale and dip into the world of acids and bases! Explore the extremes of pH with your Reaction Tube in what is sure to be a stopper-popping experience! Discover whether liquids found in your home are acids or bases using your personal Phantastic pH Paper!
Slime Time - Ooze into a gooey hour of sliming around! Create slime using the Mad Science recipe, and then enter your creation in the Slime Olympics! Take home your own concoction of Mad Science Slime!
The Glow Show - Amazing discoveries will come to light in this class on things that glow bright in the dark! Probe the properties of light and explore some unusual applications of glow-in-the-dark technology including the printing of money! Use your Blacklight Writer to make secret messages that only you can see!
Dry Ice Capades - Manipulate matter in all of its three states! Melt metal in boiling water and freeze water with just a breath of dry ice! Use your Thermocolor Cup to test the temperature of liquid matter in your home!
Icky Sticky Stuff - Stick to the walls, and push the power of tape to the limits in this adhesive hour on things that cling! Build a bond with glue and get attached to your Icky Creature Beaker!
Chemistry Corner - Hop on the chemistry express for a high-speed science experience! Perform instantaneous experiments in this fast-paced class on reactions that go like mad! Pick up an Action Flask and perform some snappy chemistry experiments at home!

904-230-0090 / www.MadScience.org/JAX

Make-A-Wish Foundation of Central & Northern Florida
Kids for Wish Kids Program

"This program is geared towards students (elementary thru graduate students) looking for community service/involvement with the primary focus of raising funds to make more special wishes come true! Fundraising activities are endless - (bake sales, talents shows, school dances, etc.) students are encouraged to be as creative as possible! Parents and teachers may serve as advisors for these programs."

www.wishcentralfl.wish.org

Curious Moon Puppets

At Your Location

Puppet Shows

Curious Moon Puppets will travel to your location to put on a professional puppet show for your childs birthday party. Party Packages include 30 minute puppet show, photo of birthday child with puppet from the show, games or puppet making activity, and the birthday child is presented with a special puppet.
Choice of the following Puppet Show:

Curious Moon Mini Puppet Circus
Recommended Ages: 3-10
Length: 25 minutes
A circus style puppet show, with audience participation.

Frog & Jenny
Recommended Ages: 3-8
Length: 30 minutes
Traditional hand puppet show, performed inside a professional, colorful puppet booth. For Princess Parties, a Princess Puppet version, Frog & Princess Jenny, is available.

Packages start at $175. Call 912-289-4820 between 9am and 7pm for additional information.

Curious Moon Puppets / 912-289-4820 / www.curiousmoon.com

Curious Moon Puppets

At Your Location

Puppet Shows

Curious Moon Puppets will travel to your location to put on a professional puppet show for your childs birthday party. Party Packages include 30 minute puppet show, photo of birthday child with puppet from the show, games or puppet making activity, and the birthday child is presented with a special puppet.
Choice of the following Puppet Show:

Curious Moon Mini Puppet Circus
Recommended Ages: 3-10
Length: 25 minutes
A circus style puppet show, with audience participation.

Frog & Jenny
Recommended Ages: 3-8
Length: 30 minutes
Traditional hand puppet show, performed inside a professional, colorful puppet booth. For Princess Parties, a Princess Puppet version, Frog & Princess Jenny, is available.

Packages start at $175. Call 912-289-4820 between 9am and 7pm for additional information.

Curious Moon Puppets / 912-289-4820 / www.curiousmoon.com

Curious Moon Puppets At Your Location

Choice of various puppet making workshops or puppet shows offer hands on fun and learning for children ages 3-15. Focus on music, creativity, and improvisation. Workshop price depends on the number of participants. Call 912-289-4820 between 9am and 7pm for additional information.

Curious Moon Puppets / 912-289-4820 / www.curiousmoon.com

Curious Moon Puppet s At Your Location

Choice of various puppet making workshops or puppet shows offer hands on fun and learning for children ages 3-15. Focus on music, creativity, and improvisation. Workshop price depends on the number of participants. Call 912-289-4820 between 9am and 7pm for additional information.

Curious Moon Puppets / 912-289-4820 / www.curiousmoon.com

Teachers' Choice

A recommended reading list compiled by the International Reading Association.

www.reading.org

Shelters

City Rescue Mission
904-387-4247 / Old McDuff St

Community Connections: Housing Programs
Community Connections provides housing and support services to individuals and families for up to 24 months.
Three locations provide help to the homeless:

The Florence N. Davis Center for Women & Children - Downtown
Nia Terrace - Westside
The Northeast Florida Housing Program - Westside & Clay County
Community Connections / 904-350-9949 / www.communityconnectionsjax.org

Family Promise of Jacksonville: An Interfaith Hospitality Network
"A non-profit, interfaith hospitality network providing temporary shelter, meals, hospitality, and case management for families experiencing homelessness."

This is done "through the participation of local congregations, dedicated staff, and hundreds of volunteers.The shelter is able to accomidate 3 families at a time."
Family Promise of Jacksonville / 904-354-1818 / www.familypromisejax.org

QUEST Housing Assistance
Quest is a program designed to serve anyone who is homeless in Jacksonville. If you are homeless, Quest staff can help you obtain housing, medical care, food stamps, and other important services. Sometimes the pressure of homelessness may appear overwhelming. Quest offers help. Quest offers hope.
Any homeless person can obtain services:
by visiting or calling the office
by approaching the Quest staff during outreach
Jacksonville Area Legal Aid / 904-358-2411 / 302 N Washington St / www.jaxlegalaid.org

Sulzbacher Center for the Homeless
"The I.M. Sulzbacher Center offers multiple programs that are essential to the success of the guests. Shelter Services works directly with the Center’s guests to help guide them down a pathway to an independent future."
Sulzbacher Center / 904-359-0457 / 611 East Adams St / www.sulzbachercenter.org

Trinity Rescue Mission
Providing "a road to recovery for the homeless."
Trinity Rescue Mission / 904-355-1205 / 622 West Union St / www.trinityrescue.org

Child Development & Health Questions Answered

KidsHealth.org
A parents site, a kids site, and a teens site www.kidshealth.org

La Leche League International: Breastfeeding Resources
"The mission of La Leche League International is to help mothers worldwide to breastfeed through mother-to-mother support, encouragement, information, and education, and to promote a better understanding of breastfeeding as an important element in the healthy development of the baby and the mother." To join a local group, click here.
www.llli.org

Nurse Connect Nurse Advice Line: A Free Community Call Center
Call 1-888-215-0201 to speak to a registered nurse about a symptom or health concern. This is "a free community call center". The phones are answered 7 days a week, 24 hours a day.
Charolette Regional Medical Center in Charolette, NC / 1-888-215-0201 / www.charlotteregional.com

ParentCenter.com and BabyCenter.com
milestone information from pregnancy through big kid stages.
parentcenter.babycenter.com

PBS Parents Child Development Tracker
"The age-by-age snapshots provided by this tool are considered by child development experts to be "widely-held expectations" for what an average child might achieve within a given year."
www.pbs.org/parents/childdevelopment

PBS Parents: Understanding and Raising Boys
"It's tough being a boy in America today. The PBS Parents Guide to Raising Boys will help you understand what it's like. Discover how to help your boy feel confident, succeed in school, and grow up resilient and responsible."
www.pbs.org/parents/raisingboys

The Family Health Line
"A statewide toll-free number (1-800-451-2229) established by the Department of Health (DOH) and the Florida Healthy Mothers/Healthy Babies Coalition. Call for information on pregnancy, infant & toddler care, development questions, breastfeeding, referrals, and more.
Calls are answered Mon-Fri, 8am - 11pm and on the weekends, 10:30am - 6:30pm.
Department of Health and the Florida Healthy Mothers/Healthy Babies Coalition / 1-800-451-2229 / www.doh.state.fl.us

WebMd - Children's Health
Development guide, age-by-age sleep guidelines for kids, informative articles, comprehensive search, symptom checker, and more.
children.webmd.com

Childen's Home Society of Florida

Children's Home Society of Florida (CHS) is one of Florida's oldest private nonprofit organizations providing services to children and families. CHS delivers a unique spectrum of social services designed to protect children at risk of abuse, neglect or abandonment; to strengthen and stabilize families; to help young people break the cycle of abuse and neglect; and to find safe, loving homes for children.

The Buckner Division provides services to children and families in Duval, Baker, St. Johns, Nassau and Clay counties including: birth parent counseling, residential maternity care, adoption, family foster care including pre-adoptive foster care, medically needy foster care for children with complex medical problems, therapeutic foster care for children with serious emotional and behavioral problems, and teen foster care.

Children's Home Society of Florida, Bucker Center / 904-493-7794 / 3027 San Diego Rd / www.chsfl.org

Ronald McDonald House
Kids Drop off their Soda Tabs

"Kids and seniors can join businesses in Pulling for the Ronald McDonald House! It's easy and helpful to collect soda can pop tabs that can be recycled to help fund our operations. Collections can be dropped off anytime at the House or taken directly to Main Recycling on Beaver St. in Jacksonville...Over $5,000 is raised annually now through this easy community-wide fundraising effort."

"Jacksonville, Florida's Ronald McDonald House offers families of critically ill or injured children lodging and support services during their treatment at area medical facilities."

Ronald McDonald House / 904-807-4663 / 824 Childrens Way / www.rmhjax.org

Florida Department Children and Families
Access Florida Application for Services

Use this site to apply for Food Stamps, Temporary Cash Assistance, or Medicaid

Florida Department of Children and Families / www.myflorida.com/accessflorida

Jacksonville Police Athletic League

"In an effort to reduce juvenile crime and instill positive values, character and leadership skills, PAL provides safe activities for the youth of Jacksonville." JaxPal's "athletic and educational programs emphasize positive interaction with law enforcement officers and other adult role models".

Jacksonville Police Athletic League (JaxPal) / www.jaxpal.com

Financial Assistance

Florida Department Children and Families
Access Florida Application for Services
Use this site to apply for Food Stamps, Temporary Cash Assistance or Medicaid
Florida Department of Children and Families / www.myflorida.com/accessflorida

Catholic Charities: Emergency Services
Catholic Charities supports families by providing Emergency Assistance, Family and Maternity Services, Refugee Resettlement, Housing Counseling, Counseling Services, Addictions Counseling, Adoption
Catholic Charities / 904-904-354-4846 / 134 E Church St / www.ccbjax.orgServices. "Putting Compassion Into Action"

Emergency Preparedness - Special Needs

The Duval County Emergency Preparedness Division maintains a registry of clients who have been identified as persons with Special Medical Needs. These individuals require assistance during evacuations and sheltering.

A person qualifying for special needs is predominantly someone who is medically dependent on electricity (i.e. electricity needed for life supporting equipment). This may also include a person with regular need for assistance with medications and/or observation, dementia, chronic conditions that require assistance and persons with contagious health conditions that require minimal precautions or isolation (rare in shelter).

Any person that meets the above criteria and plans to use a public shelter during an evacuation should register by filling out the form (found here) or by contacting the Emergency Preparedness Office by phone (904-630-2472).

* A new registry is created each year starting in January. Each client must re-register every year to remain in the system.

City of Jacksonville Disabled Services / 904-630-2472 / www.coj.net

Emergency Preparedness

Code Red: City of Jacksonville's Emergency Notification System
"The Duval County Emergency Operations Center has implemented a telephone emergency notification system that will call residents in the event of a potential or pending emergency. The system will automatically contact Duval County residents only with published, residential phone numbers. Individuals who would like to receive notification messages on their unlisted, cellular or business phones should go to the Emergency Communications Network Code Red update page and complete the form. Information submitted to Code Red may be subject to the Public Records Law. Residents outside Duval County should contact their local emergency management office."
City of Jacksonville Fire & Rescue Emergency Preparedness / 904-630-2472 / 515 Julia St, Suite 400 / coj.net

Emergency Contact Information Database
"This service will allow you to provide contact information to law enforcement in the event of an emergency. This information may save crucial time if ever it becomes necessary to contact family members, or other loved ones. This service is only available to individuals holding a current Florida Driver License or Florida Identification Card." Click the link below to update online.
Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles / www6.hsmv.state.fl.us

FEMA: Federal Emergency Management
AgencyDisaster information, Plan Ahead, Apply for Assistance, Recover & Rebuild
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) / 1-800-621-FEMA,www.fema.gov

FloridaDisaster.org: Get a Family Plan
"This website will better prepare you and your family for future disasters by helping you create your own personalized Family Disaster Plan."
www.floridadisaster.org/family

My Safe Florida Home: Free Home Inspections
My Safe Florida's mission is to "help Floridians learn how to harden their homes to better protect themselves and their families from windstorm damage."
Offers eligible homeowners free wind inspections from qualified hurricane mitigation inspectors.
Apply online.
My Safe Florida Home / 1-866-513-6734 / www.mysafefloridahome.com

Severe Weather Alerts
Visit the link below to sign up to receive free email weather alerts, courtesy of News4Jax.com.
www.news4jax.com

Special Needs Emergency Preparedness
The Duval County Emergency Preparedness Division maintains a registry of clients who have been identified as persons with Special Medical Needs. These individuals require assistance during evacuations and sheltering.
A person qualifying for special needs is predominantly someone who is medically dependent on electricity (i.e. electricity needed for life supporting equipment). This may also include a person with regular need for assistance with medications and/or observation, dementia, chronic conditions that require assistance and persons with contagious health conditions that require minimal precautions or isolation (rare in shelter).
Any person that meets the above criteria and plans to use a public shelter during an evacuation should register by filling out the form (found here) or by contacting the Emergency Preparedness Office by phone (904-630-2472).
* A new registry is created each year starting in January. Each client must re-register every year to remain in the system.
City of Jacksonville Disabled Services / 904-630-2472 / www.coj.net

Autism Society of America, Jacksonville Chapter

"The Autism Society of Greater Jacksonville Chapter seeks to SUPPORT, INFORM and EMPOWER individuals and families living with autism by providing a comprehensive referral service and website, support meetings, family to family connections, and workshops around the city of Jacksonville."

Autism Society of America, Jacksonville Chapter / 904-399-4490 / 1526 University Blvd West #235 / www.autism-society.org

Boys' Home Association Family Services

"Children are placed with the Boys' Home after removal from their family by the Department of Children and Families due to abuse or neglect. Often children enter the foster care system with complex multiple emotional and physical needs that are addressed through the array of services available through the Boys' Home."

The goal of Boys' Home is "to provide a loving, nurturing, supportive, stable place where children can safely grow and learn. The Boys' Home programs include Group Home [for boys 6-18 years old], Family Foster Care [for boys & girls of all ages] and Specialized Therapeutic Foster Care [for boys & girls of all ages] which are available to dependent children in District IV".

Boys' Home Association / 904-743-3611 / 2354 University Blvd N / www.jaxboyshome.org

Child Guidance Center

"For over 55 years, the Child Guidance Center has specialized in helping children, adolescents and their families cope with the stresses of life." Offices in Arlington/Beaches, Baker County, Northside, Southside, and Westside.

Child Guidance Center / 904-448-4700 / www.childguidancecenter.org

Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches

"The Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches is a growing network of services providing a wide array of child-care programs for children living within the state of Florida.
These services include Residential Care and Camping Services such as Summer Camp, Project Harmony®, Harmony in the Streets, Community Based Serices, Clinical Social Services, Family Life Education, and Harmony in the Schools."

www.youthranches.org

Hubbard House
A Safe Haven

Hubbard House is "committed to providing a wide range of services designed to meet the needs of all victims of domestic violence".

Hubbard House / 904-354-3114 or 1-800-500-1119 / www.hubbardhouse.org

Intervention Programs

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northeast Florida
Provides "one-to-one mentoring relationships between adult volunteers and children at risk".
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northeast Florida / 904-727-9797 / 3100 University Blvd S, Suite 120 / www.bbbsjax.org

Boys' Home Association Family Services
"Children are placed with the Boys' Home after removal from their family by the Department of Children and Families due to abuse or neglect. Often children enter the foster care system with complex multiple emotional and physical needs that are addressed through the array of services available through the Boys' Home."
Boys' Home Association / 904-743-3611 / 2354 University Blvd N / www.jaxboyshome.org

Childen's Home Society of Florida
"The Buckner Division's 165 employees provide services to children and families in Duval, Baker, St. Johns, Nassau and Clay counties.

Services include: birth parent counseling, residential maternity care, adoption, family foster care including pre-adoptive foster care, medically needy foster care for children with complex medical problems, therapeutic foster care for children with serious emotional and behavioral problems, and teen foster care, which is part of a network of local agencies."
Children's Home Society of Florida, Bucker Center / 904-493-7794 / 3027 San Diego Rd / www.chsfl.org

Child Guidance Center
"For over 55 years, the Child Guidance Center has specialized in helping children, adolescents and their families cope with the stresses of life." Offices in Arlington/Beaches, Baker County, Northside, Southside, and Westside.
Child Guidance Center / 904-448-4700 / www.childguidancecenter.org

Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches
"The Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches is a growing network of services providing a wide array of child-care programs for children living within the state of Florida.
These services include Residential Care and Camping Services such as Summer Camp, Project Harmony®, Harmony in the Streets, Community Based Serices, Clinical Social Services, Family Life Education, and Harmony in the Schools."
www.youthranches.org

Hubbard House
A safe haven for victims of domestic abuse
Hubbard House / 904-354-3114 or 1-800-500-1119 / www.hubbardhouse.org

Jacksonville Youth Sanctuary
"Since 1962, the Jacksonville Youth Sanctuary (JYS) has reached more than 5,000 children who were on the street, in detention centers, and without hope. Many of these children were involved in the child welfare system, having been removed from their homes due to suffering abuse or neglect from their primary caretakers."
Jacksonville Youth Sanctuary / 904-389-5231 / 1703 Emerson St / www.jaxyouth.org

PACE Center for Girls
PACE "provides a non-residential delinquency prevention program in locations statewide, targeting the unique needs of females 12 to 18 who are identified as dependent, truant, runaway, ungovernable, delinquent, or in need of academic skills."
PACE Center for Girls / 904-421-8585 / One West Adams St, Suite 301 / www.pacecenter.org

Safe Harbor Boys Home
"Safe Harbor Boys Home in Jacksonville, Florida is a program that uses the waterfront as a residential facility for teenage boys. Providing a safe alternative home environment, boys live aboard vessels, learning seamanship skills."
Safe Harbor Boys Home / 904-757-7918 / 4772 Safe Harbor Way / www.boyshome.com

Seamark Ranch
"A Christian home and a ray of hope for children needing a chance."
Seamark Ranch / 904-288-8885 / 1 San Jose Pl, Suite 31 / www.seamarkranch.com

Youth Crisis Center: The Safe Place
A nationally recognized youth center providing shelter for teens, a runaway program, drop-out intervention, family counseling, and other outreach programs.
Note - You DO NOT need to go to a Safe Place location to receive help! You may contact them directly 24-hours a day by simply calling 904-725-6662 or toll-free at 1-877-720-0007.
Youth Crisis Center / 904-725-6662 / 3015 Parental Home Rd / youthcrisiscenter.org

Cathedral Arts Project

"Cathedral Arts employs instructors to provide twice-weekly instruction in the visual and performing arts during the afterschool hours. Classes are led by exceptional teachers who are chosen for their ability to communicate with children as well as for their artistic ability.

Each week, 67 classes are held at public elementary schools as well as a few community centers. Priority for our programs is given to those schools with at least 62 percent of the students coming from families living below the federal poverty line."

Cathedral Arts Project / 904-281-5599 / 4063 Salisbury Rd, Suite 107 / www.capkids.org

BookHive
A Guide to Children's Literature & Books

Book recommendations with reviews by kids. Search by category and then narrow down your results by age range. Features a book list that kids and parents can add their choices to.

Search by category: Adventure, African-American, Award Books, Beg. Chapter Books, Biographies, Books & Babies, Classics, Concept, Fantasy, Folklore, Graphic Novels, Historical, Humor, Multicultural, Mystery, NCCBA Non-Fiction Novello, Poetry, Read Aloud, Realistic Fiction, Scary, Science Fiction, Sports

Kids can watch YouTube videos of stories being read, too!

This service is provided by the Charlotte & Mecklenburg County Library (NC), winner of the National Award for Library Service.

www.plcmc.org/bookhive

BookHive
A Guide to Children's Literature & Books

Book recommendations with reviews by kids. Search by category and then narrow down your results by age range. Features a book list that kids and parents can add their choices to.

Search by category: Adventure, African-American, Award Books, Beg. Chapter Books, Biographies, Books & Babies, Classics, Concept, Fantasy, Folklore, Graphic Novels, Historical, Humor, Multicultural, Mystery, NCCBA Non-Fiction Novello, Poetry, Read Aloud, Realistic Fiction, Scary, Science Fiction, Sports

Kids can watch YouTube videos of stories being read, too!

This service is provided by the Charlotte & Mecklenburg County Library (NC), winner of the National Award for Library Service.

www.plcmc.org/bookhive

Family Support Sevices

Adopt a Child, Foster Care, Prevention, Independent Living. FSS provides all child protection services previously performed by the Department of Children and Families (DCF).

904-421-5800 / 4057 Carmichael Ave. - Suite 101/www.fssjax.org

Baseball and T-Ball

Ages 4-15. Register in January for Spring season (Feb-April). Register in August for Fall season (Aug-Nov). Kids practice 1-2 times per week with one game during the week and one on Saturdays. Registration cost covers uniform, insurance, and equipment. Parents provide gloves, bat, shoes, and protective cup (purchase of helmet is optional). Online registration available.

Fort Caroline Athletic Association / 904-564-2080 / District 2 Park, 11751 McCormick Rd / eteamz.active.com/fcaabaseball

Baseball

Ages 7-18. Register January - February for Spring season (Feb-May) and July - August for Fall season (Sept-Nov). Practices held at the Mayport Naval Station and at Cypress Cove Community Center. Program is open to the public. Cost covers uniform, trophies, and insurance.

Mayport Youth Sports / 904-270-5018 / Naval Air Station, Mayport

Babe Ruth / Cal Ripken Little League Baseball

Ages 5-12. Registration begins in January for Spring season (Feb - April) and in August for Fall season (Sep - Nov). Kids play and practice at Burnett Park. Register at Burnett Park (Greenland Park for ages 13-15). Online registration also available.
Levels:
T-Ball (ages 5-7) - All aspects of the field and the rules are adjusted to allow your child to develop the skills and fundamentals of baseball in an instructional way that they will thoroughly enjoy.
Pitching Machine (age 8) - Your child is moved to rules closer to regular baseball rules, with a few exceptions to keep things fun. A pitching machine is used to transition your child from soft toss T-Ball pitching to real pitching.
Kid Pitch (ages 9 & 10) - This level is your child's first real taste of regular baseball where 9 and 10 year olds compete. By now your child has been prepared to safely use the skills they have developed to step up to the plate and bat a real pitch, run and steal bases. Offensive and defensive play further develops your child's baseball skills.
Kid Pitch (ages 11 & 12) - The top level of competitive baseball at MAA. Your young athlete will compete at an impressive level of play with few errors and exciting games.
Juniors Baseball (ages 13-15) - Play and practice is at Greenland Park. Register online or at Greenland Park.

904-268-8303 / 3740 Burnett Park Road / Mandarin Athletic Association

T-Ball

Ages 4-17. Registration runs from early March to early April for Spring season (April-June). Registration runs from end of August-end of September for Fall season (Oct-Dec). Co-ed teams meet one weekday for practice and have one weekend game per week. Fee covers skills clinic, instruction, all practices, uniform, and award. YMCA Philosophy: "Fun first, skills second, winning third."
Spring, Summer, and Winter camps also offered.

Williams YMCA DuPont Campus / 904-731-2006 / 7373 Old Kings Road, South / www.firstcoastymca.org/williams

Private Lessons, Clinics, and League Play

Ages 3-23. Owner is a professional baseball scout with 25 years experience in scouting and playing in the MLB. All programs register on an ongoing basis. Prices vary for lessons and clinics.
Summer camp also offered.

World of Baseball / 904-343-0282 / 7775 Old Kings Rd / www.theworldofbaseball.com

T-Ball and Baseball

Boys and girls ges 5-12. Register in January for Spring season (March-May). Register in June/July for Fall season (Aug-Nov). Practices are held once per week. Games for ages 5-9 are every Saturday. Older kids have games one night per week and on Saturdays. Price includes uniform and trophy. Online registration available.

904-940-5479 / 1876 Enterprise Ave, St Augustine / Mill Creek Little League

T-Ball and Baseball

Ages 4-18. Register in January for Spring season (Feb-May) and in August for Fall season (Sept-Nov). Check website for exact dates. Kids practice 2-3 times per week with 2 games per week, one during the week and one on the weekend. Cost includes uniform. Mission: "To provide a wholesome athletic atmosphere where children can compete and have fun without profanity, drugs, fighting, and arguing parents." Online registration available.

904-751-0746 / Murray Hill Playground, 4150 Kingsbury St / www.mhaa.baberuthonline.com

Winter Basketball

Ages 8-16. Season runs Dec - Feb. Games played at these two P.A.L. sites: 3450 Monument Rd and 2165 West 33rd St. Practices may be held at P.A.L. locations or other locations agreed upon by coach and parents. All registrations must include a copy of birth certificate and the most recent report card to determine whether students must also enroll in the Tutoring Program. Dial ext. 202 for more information.

904-854-6555 / 3450 Monument Rd / www.jaxpal.com

Upward Basketball

Kindergarten - 7th grade. Register in December for Spring season (Feb-May). Kids practice once per week with games on Sunday afternoons at Mandarin Middle School. Cost covers everything (optional basketball shorts available for additional cost). Scholarships are available. "Upward offers an evangelistic sports ministry specifically designed for kindergarten through sixth grade boys and girls that promotes salvation, character, and self-esteem in every child"(Upward.org).

904-268-5549 / 11270 San Jose Blvd / Mandarin United Methodist Church

Basketball

Ages 5-15. Register December - January 1st. Season runs Jan-March. Kids practice 3 days per week (5 days per week before school begins).

904-476-3587 / Grand Park, 2500 W 20th St / Grand Park Athletic Association

Winter Basketball

Ages 8-16. Season runs Dec - Feb. Games played at these two P.A.L. sites: 3450 Monument Rd and 2165 West 33rd St. Practices may be held at P.A.L. locations or other locations agreed upon by coach and parents. All registrations must include a copy of birth certificate and the most recent report card to determine whether students must also enroll in the Tutoring Program. Dial ext. 202 for more information.

904-854-6555 / 2165 West 33rd St / www.jaxpal.com

Special Needs Basketball Pick-Up Games

Ages 11 and up
Season runs February thru August. Come at any time.

Open to anyone with a developmental disability. Games are on Mondays at 7pm. No fees, free! Parent-legal guardian must be present for practices and games.

Down Syndrome Association of Jacksonville / 904-708-4585 / Southside Baptist Church,1435 Atlantic Blvd / www.dsaj.org

Cheerleading (Pop Warner Tackle Football)

Ages 5-16. Registration in July for Fall season (Aug-Nov). Call ext. 14 for more information. Birth certificate and physical required for registration.

904-355-3308 / 3450 Monument Rd / Police Athletic League

Cheerleading (Pop Warner Tackle Football)

Ages 5-15. Registration begins in May for Fall season, which begins in August. Teams will generally practice each week on Mon, Tue, Thr and Fri evenings from 6:15pm to 8:30 pm. After Labor day, practices are adjusted to Mon, Tue and Thr evenings only. Friday practices will end in light of the games which are scheduled for Saturday's each weekend. $110. Register at Greenland Park or online. $120.

904-268-8303 / Greeenland Park, 11808 Fayal Drive / Mandarin Athletic Association

Cheerleading (Flag Football)

Ages 4-17. Registration runs from early March to early April for Spring season (April-June). Registration runs from end of August-end of September for Fall season (Oct-Dec). Co-ed teams meet one weekday for practice and have one weekend game per week. Fee covers skills clinic, instruction, all practices, uniform, and award. YMCA Philosophy: "Fun first, skills second, winning third."
Spring, Summer, and Winter camps also offered.

Williams YMCA DuPont Campus / 904-731-2006 / 7373 Old Kings Road, South / www.firstcoastymca.org/williams

Upward Cheerleading (Basketball)

K-6th grades. Register September-November for Fall season, which runs Dec-March. Kids practice once per week with games on Saturdays. "Upward offers an evangelistic sports ministry specifically designed for kindergarten through sixth grade boys and girls that promotes salvation, character, and self-esteem in every child"(Upward.org).

904-733-3400 / 4826 Baymeadows Rd / www.lightingtheway.org

Tumbling for Cheerleading

Ages 5-17. Kids meet once or twice per week. Ongoing monthly enrollment. Gymnastics classes also offered.

904-783-8043 / 5525 Lenox Ave / www.gymunlimitedfl.com

Fencing Lessons

Ages 6 and up. Introductory program sessions begin every month and last four weeks with participants meeting for one hour once per week. Ongoing monthly enrollment. Group lessons are also offered and meet either once per week or twice per week. Private 30-minute lessons also offered. Family discounts available.

Fioretto Fencing Academy / 904-566-9004 / Jacksonville Ice/Sportsplex 3605 Philips Hwy.
www.fioretto-fencing.com

JAXPAL Flag Football

Ages 5-17. Registration in January - early February for Spring season March - April). Fall Registration is August thru September and season runs Oct - Dec. Games played on Saturdays. Call ext. 210 for more information. All registrations must include a copy of birth certificate and the most recent report card to determine whether students must also enroll in the Tutoring Program.

Police Athletic League / 904-854-6555 / 3450 Monument Rd / www.jaxpal.com

Jr. Development Program

Approximate ages 7-14 (age restrictions are flexible). Registration held April - early May. Season begins August 1st. The Jr. Development Football an alternative to Pop Warner football. The goal of the Jr. Development program is for kids to enjoy the game of football. Each player will get an opportunity to play all positions and to run with the ball without adult pressures. Players practice twice per week with games on Saturdays. Cost includes equipment, uniform, and jersey with child's name on it. Sibling discount. Additional information at www.coachjerry.com. Online registration available.

Ponte Vedra Athletic Association / 904-285-2319 / Davis Park, Ponte Vedra Beach / www.pvaafootball.com

Flag Football

i9 Sports Flag Football is for boys and girls, ages 5-17. Leagues are available during the fall, winter, and spring in various locations throughout the First Coast Area including Eagle Harbor, UNF, Mandarin, Ponte Vedra, Jax Beach and Oakleaf Plantation. All coaches are screened and certified and the emphasis is on fun, sportsmanship, and inclusiveness. There is a minimal time commitment with no more than one practice per week and games on Saturdays. All kids receive an i9 Flag jersey, flagbelt, and participation award as well as access to the i9 website to view statistics and scores. For more information such as exact field locations, dates, and to register, please visit www.i9sports.com.

i9 Sports / 904-992-GAME / www.i9sports.com

Pop Warner Tackle Football

Ages 5-15. Registration begins in May for Fall season, which begins in August. Teams will generally practice each week on Mon, Tue, Thr and Fri evenings from 6:15pm to 8:30 pm at Greeenland Field. After Labor day, practices are adjusted to Mon, Tue and Thr evenings only. Friday practices will end in light of the games which are scheduled for Saturday's each weekend. $110. Register at Greenland Park or online. $120

904-268-8303 / 11808 Fayal Drive / Mandarin Athletic Association

Flag Football

i9 Sports Flag Football is for boys and girls, ages 5-17. Leagues are available during the fall, winter, and spring in various locations throughout the First Coast Area including Eagle Harbor, UNF, Mandarin, Ponte Vedra, Jax Beach and Oakleaf Plantation. All coaches are screened and certified and the emphasis is on fun, sportsmanship, and inclusiveness. There is a minimal time commitment with no more than one practice per week and games on Saturdays. All kids receive an i9 Flag jersey, flagbelt, and participation award as well as access to the i9 website to view statistics and scores. For more information such as exact field locations, dates, and to register, please visit www.i9sports.com.

i9 Sports / 904-992-GAME / www.i9sports.com

Flag Football

Ages 4-11. Registration begins in March for Spring season (April - June) and in August for Fall season (Oct - Dec). YMCA flag football program offers the child a chance to learn the fundamentals of football: passing, receiving and running in a non-competitive atmosphere. Each child will receive a replica Jaguars jersey and a trophy. Flags are also provided. Program offers the child a chance to learn, play and have fun in a non competitive Christian environment. Each participant will play at least half of the game. Teamwork, fairplay and sportsmanship are stressed in all YMCA programs. Financial aide is available. Practices held at Forest View Park.
Spring, Summer, and Winter camps also offered.

YMCA Johnson / 904-765-3589 / 5700 Cleveland Rd / www.firstcoastymca.org/johnson

Upward Flag Football

1st-9th grade boys & girls. Register Dec - Feb for Spring season (April - June). Register in September for Fall season (Aug - Nov). One-hour practices are held once per week with games are on Saturdays. Cost covers uniform, trophy, and award. "Upward offers an evangelistic sports ministry specifically designed for kindergarten through sixth grade boys and girls that promotes salvation, character, and self-esteem in every child"(Upward.org).
Spring and Summer camps also offered.

East Pointe Church / 904-220-2377 / 270 North Kernan Blvd / www.epcjax.com

Tackle Football

Ages 6-14. Registration in June - July for Fall season ( Aug-Nov). Call ext. 210 for more information. Birth certificate and physical required for registration.

Police Athletic League / 904-854-6555 / 441 Day Ave / www.jaxpal.com

Pop Warner Tackle Football

Ages 5-15. Register January - August 1st. Season runs Aug-Nov. Kids practice 4 days per week 2 1/2 hours per day until Sept.1st.. After Sept. 1st, kids practice 3 days per week for 2 hours per day. Games on Saturdays.

Westside Football League / 904-777-3800 / 2404 Herschel St / westsidefootballleague.net

Community Education Afterschool Sports Programs

Afterschool sports programs are offered at school sites throughout the Duval County area. Sports-related programs include golf, karate, swimming, and more. Registration for Fall term takes place in August; Mid-Fall registration in October; Winter registration in January; and Mid-Winter registration in March. Check website for participating schools. Click link for participating schools in your area, then call the school of your choice and speak to the Community Education Coordinator.

Duval County Public Schools / 904-858-6080 / www.duvalschools.org

Beginner Golf Class and Weekly Instruction

Ages 7-17. Affordable and accessible life and golf skills for kids. Programs are offered on Saturdays during the school year and include a 4-week beginner class and weekly instruction. 4-week class is very low cost. For an annual participant fee of $50, kids will receive weekly instruction, clinics by PGA members, overnight camp, special events, and full access to 9-hole golf course, driving range and practice greens. Call anytime for more information or a tour of the course.

The First Tee Jacksonville / 904-924-0401 / 1157 Golfair Blvd / www.thefirstteejacksonville.org

Community Education Afterschool Sports Programs

Afterschool sports programs are offered at school sites throughout the Duval County area. Sports-related programs include golf, karate, swimming, and more. Registration for Fall term takes place in August; Mid-Fall registration in October; Winter registration in January; and Mid-Winter registration in March. Check website for participating schools. Click link for participating schools in your area, then call the school of your choice and speak to the Community Education Coordinator.

Duval County Public Schools / 904-858-6080 / www.duvalschools.org

Year-Round Competitive Swim Team

Ages 7-18. For those who are currently involved or would like to become involved in competitive swimming. This group includes beginner through elite level swimmers and trains throughout the year. Ongoing registration year-round. Swimmers will compete locally, regionally, and nationally at invitational and championship meets. Practices are held Mon-Fri, 1 1/2 hours each day for ages 7-11 and 2 hours each day for ages 12-18. $60/month for non-members with a $65 annual enrollment fee (no more than $120/family). $45/month for members with a $50 annual enrollment fee (no more than $100/family.
Spring, Summer, and Winter camps also offered.

904-543-9622 / 170 Landrum Ln, Ponte Vedra Beach / Winston Family YMCA

Community Education Afterschool Sports Programs

Afterschool sports programs are offered at school sites throughout the Duval County area. Sports-related programs include golf, karate, swimming, and more. Registration for Fall term takes place in August; Mid-Fall registration in October; Winter registration in January; and Mid-Winter registration in March. Check website for participating schools. Click link for participating schools in your area, then call the school of your choice and speak to the Community Education Coordinator.

904-858-6080 / Duval County Public Schools

Yogabilities

This gentle yoga class is specifically designed for individuals with physical and/or developmental disabilities! Strengthen and balance mind, body, and spirit through this ancient practice. Liz Little, RYT, combines sound therapy, assisted gentle stretching, and relaxation techniques to promote improved overall health and emotional wellness!

Yoga Ananda / 904-252 3555 / 4154 Hershel St / www.yogaanandastudio.com

Ganeinu - Chabad Early Childhood Development Center

11271 Alumni Way 32246 / 904-646-4434 / www.ganeinu.com

Caring Staff
Brand New, State-of-the-Art Facility
Infant Program
Summer Preschool
VPK - FREE Pre-K!!!
Small Classes – Individual Attention

At Ganeinu we treat each child like a precious little world, full of life and wonderful possibilities. Our role is to nurture these precious worlds, and to make sure that all those possibilities find meaningful expression. Every Activity at Ganeinu is designed to promote learning and growth. The classroom is built around a variety of learning centers where the children develop motor, cognitive, and social skills. The learning is always playful, active and imaginative. In addition, our teachers act as positive role models, acting and speaking with kindness and respect. Every aspect of the school is meant to enhance the healthy development of the child. LICENSE # C04DU0746

Infant - Kindergarten • Flexible Schedule Options

For more information and to schedule a tour please call 904-646-4434 or visit us online at www.ganeinu.com

Fisher Price Kid Tough Digital Camera - Blue (New Version)

$49.99
ages 3-6

Why we love it:
With it's kid-tough construction and intuitive design, your child will be taking pictures in no time!

Product Description:
Let your children show you the world through their eyes with the Fisher Price Kid Tough Digital Camera. This innovative toy is a real digital camera designed to be sturdy enough and simple enough for kids as young as three years of age to use. This digital camera is the recipient of numerous awards, including the Children's Technology Review's 2006 Editor's Choice, and the Parents Magazine 2006 Best Toys of the Year. Simply plug the camera into your computer and download the pictures.

Buy Kid Tough Digital Camera now

Jax Suns Grounds tour

Jax Suns Baseball offers tours of the facility, sky deck, sky box, press box, dug out, and field. Tours are available Monday through Thursday, on non-game days, between the hours of 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. All tours should be booked at least two (2) weeks in advance, subject to availability. A final count is due five (5) days prior to the tour. Admission is $5.00 for children and adults. Children two (2) and under are free. Price includes tour and lunch (hotdog, chips and drink.)

904-358-2846 / 301 A. Philip Randolph Blvd / www.jaxsuns.com

Music Time

We Specialize in Music Lessons, Books and Sheet Music, Instruments, Repairs, and Accessories for most Instruments. Spacious private studios. Preschool to adult. Brass, Woodwind, Percussion, Strings, Piano, Voice and Guitar

904-696-9882 / 2214 Dunn Avenue / www.musictimeonline.com

Fisher-Price Imaginext Adventures Pirate Ship

$29.99
ages 8-11

Why we love it:
This ship is huge! Imagine sailing through uncharted waters as the captain of your very own pirate ship!

Product Description:
Adventures on the high seas abound with the Fisher Price Imaginext Adventures Pirate Ship. Designed for children ages three and older, the pirate ship comes complete with its own pirates, treasure, and more -- ready to sail where your child's imagination takes it!

Buy the Fisher-Price Imaginext Adventures Pirate Ship now!

Kitty the Clown

Let's Get it Write! Handwriting Club

Offered Year Round

Ages 4-14. Handwriting is a complex task requiring a child to coordinate vision, hearing and fine motor skills to produce legible written work. Small group, multi-sensory classes encourage the acquisition of handwriting skills through the use of arts, crafts and movement activities. Wolfson Children's Rehabilitation's Handwriting Club is led by a licensed pediatric occupational therapist with expertise in the development of growing hands. Screening and physician referral is required.

Wolfson Children's Rehabilitation / 904-346-0394 / 841 Prudential Drive, Suite 140 / www.wolfsonchildrens.org

Featured Quote

The site really looks nice...I hope it only grows and grows! It's a wonderful solution for parents especially in a city so big and wide-spread...this site really makes Jacksonville feel like a tighter knit community, serving as a common site that brings people together.

Early Steps Playgroup

St. Augustine

Meet other families and get ideas on how to work with your child, while kids have a great time participating in crafts, music play, games, story time, and more. Early Steps offers early intervention services for families with infants and toddlers (birth to thirty-six months) who have developmental delays, this program is administered by Children's Medical Services.

Contact 904-360-7022 Ext: 351 for more information

Ketterlinus Gym / 904-360-7022 Ext: 351 / 60 Orange St / www.sjcfl.us

Cranium

$24.99
ages 12 to 14

Why we love it:
This ever popular game has so many ways

Product Description:
Spell a word backwards, hum a tune, answer a multiple-choice question, draw with your eyes closed, and more when you play Cranium. Unlike games that focus on only a few skills, Cranium offers 14 talent-tapping activities designed to bring out the best in you and your friends. Cards from four decks, color-coded to match each of the crazy characters--Star Performer, Creative Cat, Data Head, and Word Worm--describe activities that teams must complete in order to advance around the board. If you choose a Sculptorades card from the Creative Cat deck, for example, you might be asked to sculpt a hamburger from lemon-scented Cranium Clay while your teammates try to guess what you're creating. To win the game, teams have to make it to Cranium Central--the large purple brain in the center of the board--and then successfully complete one activity from each of the four decks. The result is that the team with the best combination of abilities comes out on top.

Buy Cranium now

Booklists for Teens

This library website contains multiple themed lists under the headings For your Reading Pleasure, Multicultural Choices, Homework Help, and even When Things Go Wrong.

www.springfieldlibrary.org

Amelia Island Museum of History

Housed in the historic Nassau County jail, the Amelia Island Museum of History showcases the island's 4,000 years of Florida history. The Museum offers modern exhibits, educational lectures, historic walking tours, ghost tours and Elderhostel programs. As the first spoken history museum in the state of Florida, they continue the story-telling tradition through twice daily docent-led tours.
Mon - Sat. 10 am - 4 pm, Sun 1 pm - 4 pm. Guided 8 Flags Tours: 11 am and 2 pm.

Amelia Island Museum of History / 904-261-7378 /233 S. Third St. Fernandina Beach / www.ameliamuseum.org

Shea Zaccaro

Private voice and piano lessons for all ages. Shea Zaccaro has a Bachelor's and Master's Degree and over 9 years teaching experience. Lessons take place at instructor's home home in Yulee or at your location. For more information, send an email to Shea@Zaccaro.com.

904-225-2388

Boxing Instruction

Ongoing Registration

Boxing instruction for ages 8-17. Ongoing registration.

Police Athletic League / 904-854-6555 / 3450 Monument Rd
904-355-3308 / 2165 West 33rd St
www.jaxpal.com

Fast Lanes Bowling Center School Field Trip

Fast Lanes Bowling Center Mayport offers school field trips. Three packages to choose from:

Package A: $2.50 per person with one game of "Xtream" Bowling.
Package B: $4.25 per person with two games of bowling. One "Xtream" and one regular.
Package C: $6.95 per person with two games of bowling. One "Xtream" and one regular and a choice of one of four menu items.

Call for more information and information to get your class on the base.

Fast Lanes Bowling Center / 904-270-5377 / NS Mayport / www.cnic.navy.mil/mayport/index.htm

Grace Academy of Fine Arts

Ages 3 to adult. Private lessons and classes in piano, voice, guitar, woodwinds, drums & percussion, trumpet, art, and violin. Lessons are 30 minutes. Classes are 1 hour and lessons are 30 minutes. Call faculty for lessons openings. Registration fee s $30 per year, $40/year for families. Private lessons are $17.50 per half hour.

904-264-8505 / 151 Kingsley Ave, Orange Park / gracefinearts.net

Grace Academy Of Fine Arts

Ages 3 to adult. Private lessons and classes in piano, voice, guitar, woodwinds, drums & percussion, trumpet, art, and violin. Lessons are 30 minutes. Classes are 1 hour and lessons are 30 minutes. Call faculty for lessons openings. Registration fee s $30 per year, $40/year for families. Private lessons are $17.50 per half hour.

904-264-8505 / 151 Kingsley Ave, Orange Park / gracefinearts.net

Boyer School of Music

Private music instuction in piano and voice for all ages in the San Marco area. Click link for more information.

www.boyerschoolofmusic.com

Music Time

We Specialize in Music Lessons, Books and Sheet Music, Instruments, Repairs, and Accessories for most Instruments. Spacious private studios. Preschool to adult. Brass, Woodwind, Percussion, Strings, Piano, Voice and Guitar

904-483-2788 / 2214 Dunn Avenue / www.musictimeonline.com

Music Time

We Specialize in Music Lessons, Books and Sheet Music, Instruments, Repairs, and Accessories for most Instruments. Spacious private studios. Preschool to adult. Brass, Woodwind, Percussion, Strings, Piano, Voice and Guitar

904-483-2788 / 2214 Dunn Avenue / www.musictimeonline.com

Pink Flamingo Arts

At Your Location

Gather the friends and family and let's make some memories! Pottery painting is our specialty and we have tons to choose from, but we also offer mosaics, beading, mini spa parties, henna tattoos, stepping stones, fish prints, T-shirt painting, terra cotta pot painting and more!

Pink Flamingo Arts comes to YOU, at your time, and if need be, we return all pieces to you completed and/or fired. Prices are very competitive and all inclusive. Projects can be themed and all ages accommodated. Even the tiniest ones can leave a footprint or grandparents can get multiple hand prints on a serving platter. Birthdays, bridal or baby showers, home warming, sororities, reunions and more. Call now to book your party.

Pink Flamingo Arts / 904-710-1420 / www.pinkflamingoarts.com

Rhythm and Keys

Private Lessons - piano, guitar, drums, voice, violin, woodwinds, bass, horns, flute, composition, theory and more. Group lessons - piano and guitar. Specialty classes - music for preschoolers, rock classes and music appreciation. For beginner and advanced students ages 5 and up. Open 3pm - 8pm

904-998-8028 / 2485-9 Monument Rd / www.randkmusic.com

Rhythm and Keys

Private Lessons - piano, guitar, drums, voice, violin, woodwinds, bass, horns, flute, composition, theory and more. Group lessons - piano and guitar. Specialty classes - music for preschoolers, rock classes and music appreciation. For beginner and advanced students ages 5 and up. Open 3pm - 8pm

904-998-8028 / 2485-9 Monument Rd / www.randkmusic.com

Rhythm and Keys

Private Lessons - piano, guitar, drums, voice, violin, woodwinds, bass, horns, flute, composition, theory and more. Group lessons - piano and guitar. Specialty classes - music for preschoolers, rock classes and music appreciation. For beginner and advanced students ages 5 and up. Open 3pm - 8pm

904-998-8028 / 2485-9 Monument Rd / www.randkmusic.com

Pathways Developmental Learning Center

St. Johns

Provides consultation services to families seeking effective interventions for children of all ages with special needs. It is the mission of the center to bring family-focused, developmentally appropriate programs to parents seeking assistance with the unique challenges associated with raising children affected by Autism and other neurodevelopmental disorders.

Pathways Developmental Learning Center / 904-273-6700 / 1100 Sawgrass Village Dr. / www.pathwaysdlc.com

Alison Carlson

Alison is married and has 3 daughters. Jax4Kids.com was inspired by her neices. In the early 90's, she became aware of the lack of a comprehensive resource to find places to go and things to do with children. The passion to create this resource never ceased and by the early 2000's, the internet had become THE way to gather information and, a friend had started Jax4Kids.com to let others know about programs he and his wife discovered for their granddaughter. In 2003, Alison took over the reigns of Jax4Kids.com. Thanks to a dedicated staff, community and sponsor support and the contributions of local families, Jax4Kids.com has grown to over 175 pages of continuously updated information to help parents, grandparents and teachers enrich the lives of the children in their care.

Your suggestions and feedback are always welcomed and appreciated

Flagler County Public Schools

Lunches
Calendar
School Listings

386-437-7526 / www.flagler.k12.fl.us

Clay County Public Schools

Lunches
Calendar
School Listings

Green Cove Springs: 904-284-6500 / Orange Park/Middleburg: 904-272-8100
www.clay.k12.fl.us

Camp JADA

June 23 thru 26 / 8:30am to 4:30pm (regular hours), 7:30am to 5:30pm (extended hours)

Ages 6-12. American Diabetes Association day camp located at Jacksonville University. Activities include sports, swimming, arts and crafts, team relays, diabetes education and other fun presentations throughout the week. Thursday night is Parents Night with dinner provided for campers and their families. $95 for regular camp hours, $120 for extended care hours, same price applies to child with diabetes and sibling/friend. Camp scholarships are available.

Contact Paige Palmer.

888-342-2383 or 904-730-7200 ext. 3064 / 2800 University Boulevard, North / American Diabetes Association

Amelia Arts Academy

Fernandina Beach

Individual instruction, group lessons and ensembles, after-school art and dance, workshops programs.

Below is a list of lessons offer.

Music: All Brass, Wind and Percussion, Piano, Guitar, Violin, Theory, and Voice.

Art: Drawing and Painting, After-school Art, Digital Photography, Black and White Photography, Watercolor and Acrylics.

Acting: Adult Basic Techniques and More.

Dance: Ballroom (children and Adults)

Ensembles: Academy Strings, New Horizons Band, Beginner String Ensemble, Academy Singers.

904-277-1225 / 516 South Tenth St, Fernandina Beach / www.ameliaartsacademy.org

Amelia Arts Academy

Fernandina Beach

Individual instruction, group lessons and ensembles, after-school art and dance, workshops programs.

Below is a list of lessons offer.

Music: All Brass, Wind and Percussion, Piano, Guitar, Violin, Theory, and Voice.

Art: Drawing and Painting, After-school Art, Digital Photography, Black and White Photography, Watercolor and Acrylics.

Acting: Adult Basic Techniques and More.

Dance: Ballroom (children and Adults)

Ensembles: Academy Strings, New Horizons Band, Beginner String Ensemble, Academy Singers.

904-277-1225 / 516 South Tenth St, Fernandina Beach / www.ameliaartsacademy.org

First Coast Community Music School

Enrolling Now

Professional music instruction. Private lessons in Bass, Woodwinds, Percussion, strings, Piano, Voice and Guitar.

904-646-2004 / FCCJ North and South Campus /www.fccmusicschool.org

Yoga, Art, and Theatre at Your School

Artoga will come to your school for yoga, art, theater or a combination of them all. Can be specialized to your theme of choice.

Artoga / 904-477-0400 / 328 9th Avenue North, Jacksonville Beach / www.artoga.org

Yoga, Art, and Theatre at Your School

Artoga will come to your school for yoga, art, theater or a combination of them all. Can be specialized to your theme of choice.

Artoga / 904-477-0400 / 328 9th Avenue North, Jacksonville Beach / www.artoga.org

Music Lessons

Mandarin

Music lessons for children and adults. Music lessons offer in Flute, clarinet, Broadway singing, trombone, voice, French horn, guitar, violin, drums, bass guitar, music theory, acoustic guitar, fiddle, flute, tuba, trumpet, piano, opera voice, flamenco guitar, saxophone, singing, viola, electric guitar, percussion, theatrical singing, upright bass, classical guitar. Both 1/2 hour and 1 hour lessons are available. Please contact Music and Arts Center for specific lesson rates.

Music and Arts Center / 904-292-9705 /10991-51 San Jose Blvd/ www.musicarts.com

Northside Tots Playgroup

Northside

This is a playgroup for stay at home moms and their children who live on the northside of Jax (Oceanway/San Mateo areas). We meet twice a week in the mornings at different places such as the zoo, museums, parks, pools, and each other's homes. We also have a monthly mom's night out. Northside Tots was founded with the importance in mind that children need to develop friendships and social skills...and have fun! It is also important that stay at home moms have a support system. All membership requests must be approved by the moderator and all new members must attend a playdate held at a public place for the first meeting. There are no dues or members fees. You are also required to attend at least one playdate a month. Please visit our website to join groups.yahoo.com/group/northsidetotsgroup/

groups.yahoo.com/group/northsidetotsgroup/

Premiee Mothers of Jacksonville

All Areas

A group for mothers of premiees. To share stories, advice and to just have fun. We try and plan events during the day and on weekends, so that everyone has a chance to meet. To join this group, apply online at www.raisingthem.com and go under Premiee Mothers of Jacksonville, FL.

www.raisingthem.com

United Martial Arts Birthday Party

Karate Kickin' Birthday Party. Team teach with Sensei Pierce. Demonstrate Board Breaks, Self Defense Techniques, and Challenge the Karate Obstacle Course. Cost includes Decorations, Cake, Ice Cream and clean up.

United Martial Arts / 904-762-9687 / 6180-9 Fort Caroline Rd / www.unitedmartialartsjax.net

Music Lessons

Enrolling Now

Music lessons for children and adults. Music lessons offer in Flute, clarinet, Broadway singing, trombone, voice, French horn, guitar, violin, drums, bass guitar, music theory, acoustic guitar, fiddle, flute, tuba, trumpet, piano, opera voice, flamenco guitar, saxophone, singing, viola, electric guitar, percussion, theatrical singing, upright bass, classical guitar. Both 1/2 hour and 1 hour lessons are available. Please contact Music and Arts Center for specific lesson rates.

Music and Arts Center / 904-292-9705 /10991-51 San Jose Blvd/ www.musicarts.com

Wheelchair Rugby

Saturdays, 3pm to 6pm. Kids and adults with physical disabilities are invited to come for rugby games, drills, and general exposure to the sport. No pre-registration--just show up. Free!

904-910-9738 / Brooks Health and Fitness Center, 10423 Centurian Pwy / Brooks Adaptive Sport and Recreation

Karate Birthday Parties

Pak's Karate Academy of Bartram Park hosts birthday parties that are fun, high energy introduction to the martial arts. The party teaches a few basic movements, some fun drills and karate games with plenty of time for cake and opening presents. Personalized invitations, pictures and special thank you cards are also included in the price. In addition to the party fee, you may add headbands and/or boards to be broken.

Pak's Karate Academy / 904-482-8588 / 13760 Old St. Augustine Road Suite 119

Karate Birthday Parties

Pak's Karate Academy of Bartram Park hosts birthday parties that are fun, high energy introduction to the martial arts. The party teaches a few basic movements, some fun drills and karate games with plenty of time for cake and opening presents. Personalized invitations, pictures and special thank you cards are also included in the price. In addition to the party fee, you may add headbands and/or boards to be broken.

Pak's Karate Academy / 904-482-8588 / 13760 Old St. Augustine Road Suite 119

Our Military Kids

Our Military Kids provides tangible support to the children of deployed and severely injured National Guard and Military Reserve personnel through grants for enrichment activities and tutoring that nurture and sustain the children during the time a parent is away in service to our country. OMK grants are made to honor the sacrifices military parents make and to ensure that the children have access to activities and support that help the children better cope with challenges arising during a parent's deployment or injury recovery.

Our Military Kids / www.ourmilitarykids.org

Starfall.com

An educational choice to other entertainment venues, Starfall.com makes early reading easy and fun.

www.starfall.com

Expert Reading Tutoring

Reading - Writing - Study Skills - Assessment. State Certified Teacher trained to deal with specific reading disabilities, including dyslexia. Wilson Reading System Certified. Trained in Lindamood-Bell programs LiPS, Visualizing and Verbalizing and Orton-Gillingham subscriber.

Inspired Educational Services / 904-881-4536 / 6999-02 Merrill Rd #234 / www.inspireded.com

Padrino's Pizzaria and Italian Restaurant

Everyday

Kids Menu $3.95 - 4.95, includes drink. Cheese Pizza, Pasta, Cheese Ravioli, Chicken Strips, Chicken Sandwich, Ham and Cheese Sandwich, Meat Ball Hoagie, Chicken Wings, Pasta w/ Marinara Sauce or Pasta w/ Butter. Ice Cream Sundae also available.

Closed Mondays.

904-317-8282 / 9680 Argyle Forest Boulevard / Click here for website

Plumb fun Photobooths

Plumb Fun Photobooths can provide four hours of fun for your event. Each Plumb Fun Photobooth event will have:
Your name and event date, or provided graphic, on every photo-strip.
A full-time Plumb Fun assistant to keep the fun flowing.
Your choice of backgrounds tailored to your event.
All photos securely hosted on the web for additional prints.
The booth can be customize to any event style or branding concept.

904-536-4622 / www.plumbfun.com

Jacksonville Tots Playgroup

Arlington
Northside
Oceanway

Our children can learn to build lifelong friendships, learn to share and take turns, and have a fun and exciting time. Where all parents and children are connected by heartstrings. This is a place where parents and children can realize the joy of networking and experience friendships through chats, sharing of stories, tips, ideas, advice, goals, opportunities and inspiration. We will have playdates all over Jax, but will gear them more towards the Oceanway and Arlington areas. Primary children must be between the ages of 1-4 years old. All siblings are welcome!
Join online Jacksonville Tots Playgroup

Jacksonville Tots Playgroup

Recreational Swim Teams

Now Registering

Ages 5-14. Each of our city pools offers a recreational swim team during the summer. Practices begin Monday, June 9, and are from 6 to 7 p.m. Monday-Friday. Each team will schedule meets with other area pools on Saturday mornings. The season will culminate with a District meet and the City Championship in mid-July. There is no cost for this program.

Participants may download a registration form and can take the form to register at the pool of their choice beginning May 24. Swim Team registration form.

904-745-9630 / 34 Pools throughout Jacksonville / www.coj.net

Adventure Landing at Jax Beach

Beaches

Party packages offered are "Playtime Party Package", "Waterpark Party Package", and "Teddy Bear Party".

Playtime Party Package includes: A decorated party table for 1 1/2 hours; One hour of unlimited Miniature-Golf; Choice of one attraction: Go-Kart Ride, Laser Tag, or Wacky Worm and Frog Hopper; 20 Arcade Tokens per paid participant; 1 slice of cheese pizza per participant; Unlimited soda during table time; Spoons, forks, paper plates, cups, and napkins; Birthday Bags with coupons & discounts. Birthday Person will receive: A party captain for every birthday during table time; 200 free redemption points; A Super Saturday Pass for the birthday child; A 6"x8" customized group photo. All paid participants receive a 4"x6" group photo.
"Waterpark Party Package includes: A decorated party table for 1 hour; 2 adult admission passes; Each additional adult admission is $13.99 each; 1 slice of cheese pizza per participant Unlimited soda during table time; Spoons, forks, paper plates, cups, and napkins; Birthday Bags with coupons & discounts. Birthday Person will receive: A party captain for every birthday during table time; 200 free redemption points; A Super Saturday Pass for the birthday child; A 6""x8"" customized group photo. All paid participants receive a 4""x6"" group photo."
Teddy Bear Party Package includes: Trained Party Captain to host and organize your party; A decorated party table for 1 1/2 hours; Each child chooses and builds their own stuffed animal. Animals come with a choice of one accessory & a birth certificate for their new friend; Group photo with the animals; 10 Arcade Tokens per paid participant; 1 slice of cheese pizza per participant; Unlimited soda during table time; Spoons, forks, paper plates, cups, and napkins ; Birthday Bags with coupons & discounts. Birthday Person will receive: 200 free redemption points; A Super Saturday Pass for the birthday child. Get more tokens by ordering the Super Teddy Bear Party.

904-246-4386 / 1944 Beach Blvd, Jacksonville Beach / www.adventurelanding.com

Ponte Vedra Predators Lacrosse

Open to all players high school varsity level and up. Low contact.

For more information, email Ken or Jody Ticer

www.jacksonvillelacrosse.com

Parent and Professional Resource Libary

Downtown

Down Syndrome Association of Jacksonville Parent and Professional Resource Library housed at the DSAJ Office. Information here is to educate the parents and professionals and provide them with current data, research and other documentation to assist families. Library materials may be borrowed and checked out.

Down Syndrome Association of Jacksonville / 904-353-6300 / 1050 North Davis St / www.dsaj.org

Kaleidoscope School Performances

A combined repertoire of over two hundred stories. Drawn from many cultures and areas of the world, these traditional tales touch on a wide variety of subjects. Our performances always feature a kaleidoscope of storytelling techniques, including tandem telling, puppet partners, song, poetry, props, creative drama and audience participation. To add to the educational benefits of the storytelling presentations, each school program comes with a teacher activity packet for classroom use. Offering eight pre-assembled Kaleidoscope programs designed for schools, but let us know if you have a different theme you would like us to work with. As long as we have a few months' notice, we can create a sequence of stories designed especially for you.

Kaleidoscope Storytellers / 386-761-6374 / 1102 Sherbourne Way Ormond Beach / www.storyscope.org

Orange Park School of Music

Clay County

Lessons are taught on all skill levels and for all ages. Lessons in Guitar, Bass, Piano, Violin, Saxaphone, Voice and Drums. We have group guitar classes as well as rock band classes.

Orange Park School of Music / 904-541-0855 / 441 Stowe Avenue, Orange Park /orangeparkschoolofmusic.com

Orange Park School of Music

Clay County

Lessons are taught on all skill levels and for all ages. Lessons in Guitar, Bass, Piano, Violin, Saxaphone, Voice and Drums. We have group guitar classes as well as rock band classes.

Orange Park School of Music / 904-541-0855 / 441 Stowe Avenue, Orange Park /orangeparkschoolofmusic.com

St. Augustine BMX

BMX racing in St. Augustine. Practice Tuesday evenings from 6:30pm until 8:30pm. Friday Night Racing begins at 8pm (Weather Permitting. Practice Friday begins at 6:30pm.

St. Augustine BMX / 904-315-5967 / 3005 Alan Nease Rd, Elkton / www.staugustinebmx.com

Martial Arts, Fitness, Self-Esteem, and Public Speaking

Ages 5-12. The F.A.C.E. (Fitness and Character Education) program focuses on building self-esteem and character through martial arts training, jumping rope, juggling, and public speaking. Classes meet once per week for one hour. Developed by 6th degree Black Belt and Seminar Speaker with 25+ years experience in martial arts. Prices are approximately $45/month or $15/class. Click link for schedules. School programs also available.

For more information, call, or email Kirk Farber

The Working Warrior Inc. / 904-241-8044 / 1015 Atlantic Blvd, #297, Atlantic Beach / www.theworkingwarrior.com

McKay Scholarship Program

Florida's school choice programs ensure that no child will be left behind by allowing parents to choose the best educational setting "public or private" for their child. The McKay Scholarships Program also offers parents public school choice. A parent of a special needs student who is dissatisfied with the student's current school may choose to transfer the student to another public school.

For more information or to apply please visit www.floridaschoolchoice.org

www.floridaschoolchoice.org

McKay Scholarship Program

Florida's school choice programs ensure that no child will be left behind by allowing parents to choose the best educational setting, public or private, for their child. The McKay Scholarships Program also offers parents public school choice. A parent of a special needs student who is dissatisfied with the student's current school may choose to transfer the student to another public school.

For more information or to apply please visit www.floridaschoolchoice.org

www.floridaschoolchoice.org

TOPS Soccer by Creeks Athletic Association
Special Needs Soccer

TOPS Soccer is a CAA program designed to bring soccer to children with special needs who are ages 6-21. Kids play on Sundays from 3pm-5pm and are grouped according to age. Fun and educational games and soccer drills are used to teach soccer as well as other skills. No child is turned away. Free. Practices are held in Julington Creek Plantation and are open to the public. Fall season runs Sep - early Nov and Spring season runs March - May.

The key to the program is Student Volunteers ages 11 and up. If you have a child who would like to participate or be a buddy, please contact Mike Scovill directly at 904-287-7664 or via e-mail at msbk@comcast.net.

Creeks Athletic Association Soccer / 904-287-7664 / 3100 Race Track Rd / www.caasoccer.com

Princess Breakfast

All Areas

Princess Breakfast in your home for Breakfast Birthday party. You have your choice of Princess Cinda, Princess Snow, Princess Jazz, Princess Bella or the Tooth Fairy coming to your home in the morning ringing your doorbell with a either a basket of warm homemade muffins or yummy munchkin donut holes and fresh Orange Juice or Apple Juice. Other add ons as well.

904-235-2355 / www.princessbreakfast.com

Private Instrument and Voice Lessons

Ages 6 and up. The Cultural Center offers private music lessons for children and adults in piano, voice and guitar. Individual lessons are offered to beginning, intermediate, and advanced students. Offerings and openings vary. For more information call 280-0614.

904-280-0614 / 50 Executive Way, Ponte Vedra Beach / www.ccpvb.org

Pink Flamingo Arts

At Your Location

Pink Flamingo Arts will come to your site, at your time, for artsy events. Pottery painting is our specialty and we have tons to choose from, but we also do terra cotta pot painting, mini spa parties, T-shirt painting, beading, stepping stones, mosaics and much more. Prices include coming to you and returning finished pieces if needed.

From small groups to huge, our prices are amazing and you can design your own parties. Projects can be themed and all ages accommodated. Churches, Day cares, Pre Schools, Scouts, Schools, Montessori, Camps and After School Programs can all be accomidated.
Call to book your event now.

Pink Flamingo Arts / 904-710-1420 / www.pinkflamingoarts.com

Waggin Tails Kids Club

Southside

Cost: $10.00 per class
Date and Time: 2nd Tuesday of the month from 3:45pm-4:45pm.
Please sign up no later than the Friday before. There is a limit of 10 kids per class.

Every month except for June-August due to Camp Kindness

Jacksonville Humane Society / 904-725-8766 / 8464 Beach Blvd / www.jaxhumane.org

S.S. Marine Taxi

904-733-7782 / Northbank and Southbank, Downtown / www.jaxwatertaxi.com

Early Steps Playgroup

St. Augustine

Meet other families and get ideas on how to work with your child, while kids have a great time participating in crafts, music play, games, story time, and more. Early Steps offers early intervention services for families with infants and toddlers (birth to thirty-six months) who have developmental delays, this program is administered by Children's Medical Services.

Contact 904-360-7022 Ext: 351 for more information

Ketterlinus Gym / 904-360-7022 Ext: 351 / 60 Orange St / www.sjcfl.us

The Foundation Academy After School Art Program

Beaches

"ArtJam" focuses on the arts of animation, video creation, and performance. Included in the program is homework help with a trained staff, all for the price of $2 an hour. "ArtJam" takes place Monday - Friday from 3pm-6pm

Main Office: 904-241-3515 / Elementary School: 904-242-9689
3675 Old San Pablo Rd / www.foundationacademy.com

Mothers and More Jacksonville Chapter

All Areas

Children of all ages are welcome. However, most fall somewhere between infancy and late elementary school age. The group accepts members from anywhere in the Jacksonville Metro area. Mothers and More Jacksonville Chapter is a local chapter of a national, not-for-profit organization supporting mothers who have altered their careers to raise their children. The group believes that having time away from child rearing responsibilities is important for moms, and offers a variety of activities both with and without children. The group offers age-based playgroups, Mom and Tot field trips, monthly social meetings for moms, moms night out activities, a book club, family picnics, and more. There are usually 2-3 activities per week, as well as age-based playgroups that meet weekly. In addition, adult monthly social meetings are held at 7pm on the 1st Thursday of each month in Classroom B at Baptist Beaches Hospital. Meetings are open to visitors, and nursing infants are welcome as well. To remain active, members must keep their annual dues current ($45/year). There are no activity requirements. Visitors are welcome to attend two meetings before making the decision to join. To join, or for more information, call the voicemail number at 904-858-3372 or send an email to mothersjax@yahoo.com or visit the website www.mothersandmore.org

904-858-3372 / 13th Avenue South / www.geocities.com/mothersfirstcoast

First Coast School of Music

At Your Location

Individual Lessons and Group Lessons for Beginning - Intermediate - Advanced students. Lessons in Piano, Guitar, Voice, Violin, Brass, Drums, Percussion, Woodwinds, Music Theory, Music Composition, Music Performance. After School and In-Home Programs. For more information visit www.firstcoastschoolofmusic.com

904-236-9700 /725 Atlantic Blvd /www.firstcoastschoolofmusic.com

Negaard Rowing Center

Wednesday 5:30pm to 7:30pm

Negaard Rowing Center on the JU Campus- Indoor erg workout with on the water rowing ,weather permitting. Please mail alicekrauss@comcast.net by noon on Tuesday if you would like to attend this session.

Brooks Adaptive Sport and Recreation at Negaard Rowing Center
904-910-9738 / 2800 University Blvd North / www.brooksrehab.org/healthandfitness

Quad Rugby with the Brooks Bandits

Saturday 6:30pm 8:30pm

Cuba Hunter Community Recreation Center- Quad rugby with the Brooks Bandits. The trailer will be there at 5:30 and practice will start promptly at 6:30!

For more information please contact Alice Krauss,at 904-910-9738 or email alicekrauss@comcast.net

Brooks Adaptive Sport and Recreation at Cuba Hunter Community Recreation Center
904-910-9738 / 3620 Bedford Road / www.brooksrehab.org/healthandfitness

Cheerleading with i9 Sports

i9 Sports Cheerleading for girls in K5 through 5th Grades and is synchronized with our i9 Sports Flag Football Leagues. Seasons include fall, winter, and spring in various locations throughout the First Coast Area including UNF, Mandarin, Ponte Vedra, Jax Beach, St. Augustine, Eagle Harbor, and Oakleaf Plantation. The emphasis is on teaching basic skills and having fun! It is 100% recreational, and there is a minimal time commitment with no more than one practice per week and games on Saturdays. There are no try-outs, competitions, or heavy travel involved. All kids receive an i9 Cheer Uniform and Pom-Poms to keep. For more information such as exact field locations, dates, and to register, please visit www.i9sports.com.

i9 Sports / 904-992-GAME / www.i9sports.com

Cheerleading with i9 Sports

i9 Sports Cheerleading for girls in K5 through 5th Grades and is synchronized with our i9 Sports Flag Football Leagues. Seasons include fall, winter, and spring in various locations throughout the First Coast Area including UNF, Mandarin, Ponte Vedra, Jax Beach, St. Augustine, Eagle Harbor, and Oakleaf Plantation. The emphasis is on teaching basic skills and having fun! It is 100% recreational, and there is a minimal time commitment with no more than one practice per week and games on Saturdays. There are no try-outs, competitions, or heavy travel involved. All kids receive an i9 Cheer Uniform and Pom-Poms to keep. For more information such as exact field locations, dates, and to register, please visit www.i9sports.com.

i9 Sports / 904-992-GAME / www.i9sports.com

First Coast School of Music

At Your Location

Individual Lessons and Group Lessons for Beginning - Intermediate - Advanced students. Lessons in Piano, Guitar, Voice, Violin, Brass, Drums, Percussion, Woodwinds, Music Theory, Music Composition, Music Performance. After School and In-Home Programs. For more information visit www.firstcoastschoolofmusic.com

904-236-9700 / 725 Atlantic Blvd / www.firstcoastschoolofmusic.com

The Academy of Performing Arts

St. Augustine

Ages 3 and up. Classes include ballet, pointe, tap, jazz, Broadway, hip hop, lyrical, modern, musical theater, voice, acting, modeling, and combination classes for all children. Two locations in St. Johns County.

904-797-6469/ 3055 C.R. 210
904-797-6469 / 2121 U. S. 1 South, St. Augustine
www.academyofperformingarts.net