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SUMMARY:Jacksonville Vegan Chef Challenge
DESCRIPTION:The third edition of the Jacksonville Vegan Chef Challenge kicks off Friday\, August 1st\, 10 a.m. The challenge is a popular event sponsored by Jax Cooking Studio and Verde Eco Salon.  Participating businesses will showcase special vegan dishes created specifically for the Challenge\, and diners in the community will participate by eating out\, trying new vegan options\, and rating their favorite dishes. To register and for more info contact organizer Renny Ma at (913)748-7753. \n 
URL:https://jacksonvillefreepress.com/calendar/jacksonville-vegan-chef-challenge/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250801T130000
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SUMMARY:Jacksonville Housing Authority (JHA) Back-to-School Career and Resource Fair. 
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to head back to school! Jacksonville Housing Authority (JHA) will host its annual Back-to-School Career and Resource Fair. Only Brentwood Lakes Apartments students will receive pens\, paper\, backpacks and more. The giveaway will be held on Aug. 1 at the Neighborhood Network Center (3465 Village Center Dr. South\, Bldg. 28) from 1 – 3 p.m.
URL:https://jacksonvillefreepress.com/calendar/jacksonville-housing-authority-jha-back-to-school-career-and-resource-fair/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250801T190000
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SUMMARY:Comedian Jess Hilarious
DESCRIPTION:  \nComedian Jess Hilarious will be Jax spewing her ‘breakfast club hosting and comic antics\, August 1st – 2nd\, 7 p.m. Jess is bringing her comedic skits that include\, ‘Jess with the Mess’ and more!  For tickets and more info visit www.comedyzone.com. \n 
URL:https://jacksonvillefreepress.com/calendar/comedian-jess-hilarious-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250802T090000
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SUMMARY:LOL Film Festival is Back!
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for the film festival that ’Loves Our Locals\, while laughing out loud at the Lol Jax Film Festival\, August 2nd – 3rd\, 9a.m. – 10 p.m. Started in August 2017\, this local festival highlights local talent films\, talented stand-up\, comedians and local bands.  To register and more info visit www.loljax.com
URL:https://jacksonvillefreepress.com/calendar/lol-film-festival-is-back/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250802T100000
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SUMMARY:Historic Eastside Back to School Event
DESCRIPTION:  \nIts time for the 5th annual ‘Historic Eastside Back to School Event\,’ Saturday\, August 2nd\, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. at the Jacksonville Fairgrounds Expo Center\, 510 Fairgrounds Place. School supply giveaway\, games\, free food\, physicians and literacy resources.  For more info call (904) 353-0535.
URL:https://jacksonvillefreepress.com/calendar/historic-eastside-back-to-school-event/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250802T100000
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SUMMARY:Florida Blue Centers Back to School Giveaway
DESCRIPTION:WHAT:          \nBack to School Events \nGrab your friends and family and join your local Florida Blue Center on Saturday\, August 2nd from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. for school supply and backpack giveaways*\, interactive activities for all ages\, and more!  Plus\, enjoy healthy refreshments as you kick off the start of the upcoming school year and learn about local community organizations in the area.  Everyone is welcome!  You do not need to be a Florida Blue member to participate and there is no cost to attend.  This is an event you won’t want to miss! \n  \nWHEN:                   \nSaturday\, August 2\, 2025 \n10 a.m. – 1 p.m. \n\nWHERE:       \nEvents taking place at our local Florida Blue Center locations: \n\nNorth Jacksonville \n13249 City Square Dr. Ste 103 \nJacksonville\, FL 32218 \n904-394-2250 \n  \nTown Center \n4855 Town Center Pkwy \nJacksonville\, FL 32246 \n904-363-5870 \n\nDETAILS: \n\n“Back to School” supplies including backpacks *(while supplies last and limit 3 backpacks per household)\nMeet & Greet with local Community Partners and your neighborhood Florida Blue Center team\nGet involved in exciting\, interactive activities for all ages\nEnjoy healthy refreshments and snacks\n\nTo learn more about the Florida Blue Center nearest you\, visit:  FloridaBlue.com/centers
URL:https://jacksonvillefreepress.com/calendar/florida-blue-centers-back-to-school-giveaway/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250802T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250802T130000
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SUMMARY:Florida Blue Back to School Events
DESCRIPTION:Grab your friends and family and join your local Florida Blue Center\, 13249 City Square Dr. Ste 103\, Saturday\, August 2nd\, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. for school supply and backpack giveaways\, interactive activities for all ages with healthy refreshments as you kick off the start of the upcoming school year! To register or for more info visit (904) 394-2250. \n 
URL:https://jacksonvillefreepress.com/calendar/florida-blue-back-to-school-events/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250802T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250802T173000
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SUMMARY:Maceo Elks Lodge #8 Host Initiation Celebration Presentation for New Members
DESCRIPTION:FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE\nContact:\nBrother Jamaal Brown\, MBA\nMaceo Elks Lodge #8\nPhone: (862) 241-4534\nEmail: maceoelks8.1898@gmail.com \nMaceo Elks Lodge #8 to Host Initiation Celebration Presentation for our New Members\nJacksonville\, FL Saturday\, August 2nd 2025 Maceo Elks Lodge #8 is proud to announce a special Initiation Celebration Presentation to welcome our new members into the historic lodge. \nThe event will take place on Saturday\, August 2nd\, 2025 at 3:30 p.m. at 712 W. Duval Street\, Jacksonville\, Florida 32202\, and is open to the public. \nIn addition\, we are having a car show in the morning to obtain school supplies to benefit the Duval County students for the upcoming school year. \nFounded on December 7th\, 1898 (126 years ago)\, Maceo Elks Lodge #8 stands as the oldest lodge in the State of Florida and the 8th lodge established nationally under the Improved Benevolent Protective Order of Elks of the World (I.B.P.O.E. of W.)\, which was originally founded on September 28th\, 1898 in Cincinnati\, Ohio\, by Pullman Porters Arthur James Riggs and Benjamin Franklin Howard. \nThis celebratory event will highlight the introduction of new members into the Elks tradition\, honoring their commitment to the organization’s enduring values of Charity\, Justice\, Brotherly Love\, and Fidelity. \n“Our mission is deeply rooted in service\,” said Brother Jamaal Brown\, Brotherhood Recruiter for Maceo Elks Lodge #8. “We are dedicated to providing charitable support\, local student aid and tuition assistance\, veteran and senior services\, and empowering youth through positive community engagement. This event celebrates both our heritage and our continued commitment to unity and excellence.” \nThe community is warmly invited to witness this special moment and learn more about the impactful work of Maceo Elks Lodge #8. \nFor more information or media inquiries\, please contact\nBrother Jamaal Brown\, MBA\n(862) 241-4534\nmaceoelks8.1898@gmail.com
URL:https://jacksonvillefreepress.com/calendar/maceo-elks-lodge-8-to-host-initiation-celebration-presentation-for-our-new-members/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250803T160000
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SUMMARY:Pink Ribbon and Blue Skies Day Party
DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin Pink Ribbon and Blue Skies nonprofit as they close out the summer in elegance and purpose at their ‘Linen & Lux: The Coastal Day Party\,’ an unforgettable evening celebrating and honor breast and prostate cancer survivors with style\, and strength\, Sunday\, August 3rd\, 4 – 10 p.m.  For tickets and more info contact Carlise Charlot at (904) 716-9432.
URL:https://jacksonvillefreepress.com/calendar/pink-ribbon-and-blue-skies-day-party/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250805T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250805T200000
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SUMMARY:One Jax The Politics of Jesus
DESCRIPTION:OneJax invites you to an evening of dialogue and discovery for ‘The Politics of Jesus? – Church/State theology after the Protestant Reformation\,’ Monday\, August 5th\, 6-8 p.m. inside Hendricks Avenue Baptist Church\, 4001 Hendricks Ave. An ecumenical panel will explore how the Protestant Reformation shaped not only new Christian denominations but also new ideas about the relationship between The Church and the secular power of state. To register and for more info visit www.onejax.org.
URL:https://jacksonvillefreepress.com/calendar/one-jax-the-politics-of-jesus/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250806T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250806T170000
DTSTAMP:20260808T023044
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UID:88820-1754478000-1754499600@jacksonvillefreepress.com
SUMMARY:WJCT/Eldersource Caregiving Lunch & Learn
DESCRIPTION:  \nWJCT/Eldersource Caregiving at WJCT Studios\, 100 Festival Park\, ‘Lunch & Learn: Caring for Your Loved One\,’\nThis session will feature subject matter experts who will focus on managing challenging behaviors\, communicating and joyfully engaging with the loved one\, keeping the loved one safe at home and in public\, and providing tips on when to ask for help\, Wednesday\, August 6th\, at 11 a.m. To register and more visit www.wjct.org.
URL:https://jacksonvillefreepress.com/calendar/wjct-eldersource-caregiving-lunch-learn-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250806T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250806T203000
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UID:89358-1754505000-1754512200@jacksonvillefreepress.com
SUMMARY:WJCT Public Media Special Screening of the 2024 Documentary: Secret Mall Apartment
DESCRIPTION:YOU’RE INVITED \nJoin WJCT Public Media for a special screening of the 2024 documentary\, Secret Mall Apartment. \n“One of the best movies of 2025 (so far)”\n– Vulture \n“Dazzling\, a kiss-off to gentrification.”\n– The Daily Beast \nIn 2003\, eight young Rhode Islanders created a secret apartment in a hidden space inside the Providence Place Mall and lived in it for four years\, filming everything along the way. Far more than just a wild prank\, the secret apartment became a deeply meaningful place for all its inhabitants – a personal expression of defiance against local gentrification\, a boundary-pushing work of public/private art\, and finally\, a 750 square foot space that sticks it to the man. \nWHEN\nWednesday\, August 6\, 2025\nDoors Open: 6:30PM\nFilm Starts: 7PM \nWHERE\nWJCT Studios \nTICKETS\n$5\nCash bar\, popcorn\, and snacks available.
URL:https://jacksonvillefreepress.com/calendar/wjct-public-media-special-screening-of-the-2024-documentary-secret-mall-apartment/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250807T080000
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UID:89528-1754553600-1754586000@jacksonvillefreepress.com
SUMMARY:Women's Health Focus Group Study
DESCRIPTION:Research volunteers needed for Women’s Health Focus Group Study. Study participation involves an online focus group. You will receive a prepaid e-gift card as thanks for your participation. We are studying how to improve uterine fibroid care. If you have been diagnosed with uterine fibroids we are interested in your experience. If you have any questions about the study please contact the study coordinator: 507.422.9028 – coequalstudy@mayo.edu
URL:https://jacksonvillefreepress.com/calendar/womens-health-focus-group-study/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250808T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250808T230000
DTSTAMP:20260808T023044
CREATED:20250422T162127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T162355Z
UID:87781-1754679600-1754694000@jacksonvillefreepress.com
SUMMARY:Comedian Daphnique Springs
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe comedy Zone presents\, comedian Daphnique Springs\, August 8th – 9th at 7 p.m. at the Comedy Zone\, 3130 Hartley Rd.  For tickets and more info visit www.comedyzone.com.
URL:https://jacksonvillefreepress.com/calendar/comedian-daphnique-springs/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250809T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250809T130000
DTSTAMP:20260808T023044
CREATED:20250729T183717Z
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UID:89398-1754733600-1754744400@jacksonvillefreepress.com
SUMMARY:Join VyStar Credit Union and Sulzbacher Village for a Free  Back-to-School Bash 
DESCRIPTION:Backpacks\, School Supplies & Health Services for Local Kids on August 9 \n  \n\n\n\n\nWHAT: \n\n\nIdentity VyStar Credit Union and the Sulzbacher Village invite children and families in the surrounding community to a free\, fun-filled Back-to-School Bash on Saturday\, August 9\, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Sulzbacher Village. \n\nThis exciting event will feature: \n\n500 free backpacks filled with essential school supplies\, donated by VyStar Employee Resource Groups (VRGs)\nFree food\, music by a live DJ\, and family-friendly activities\n\n\nThe event will also focus on connecting families to Sulzbacher’s pediatric health services. During the event\, Sulzbacher will also offer 30 first-come\, first-served\, walk-up appointments for students to receive free back-to-school physicals on August 9 at the Sulzbacher Village Pediatric Health Center. \n\n\n\n\n\nWHEN: \n  \n\n\nSaturday\, August 9\, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. \n\n\n\n\n\nWHERE: \n\n\nSulzbacher Village \n5455 Springfield Blvd. (44th & Pearl) \nJacksonville\, FL 32208 \n\n\n\n\n\nWHY: \n  \n  \nWHO: \n\n\nThis event is part of VyStar’s ongoing commitment to supporting local families and ensuring children are prepared and healthy for the new school year. \n3208 Interviews will be available with the following: \n\nCindy Funkhouser\, Sulzbacher\, President & CEO\nKemal Gasper\, VyStar Vice President Community Engagement\nLeah Lynch\, HOPE\, President\nParticipating Students and Parents\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMEDIA: \n\n\nMedia interested in attending or requesting information should contact Leigh Ann Rassler at rasslerl@vystarcu.org \n\n\n\n\n\n  \nABOUT VYSTAR CREDIT UNION: \nVyStar Credit Union is the second-largest credit union headquartered in Florida\, with 78 full-service branches across Florida and Georgia\, 1 million members and assets of over $14 billion. VyStar is the top mortgage lender in Northeast Florida and a major employer in the region with over 2\,300 employees across the communities it serves. VyStar membership is open to everyone who lives or works in the 49 contiguous counties of Central to North Florida\, 29 Georgia counties\, and past and present military members and their families all over the world. VyStar members have access to 55\,000 surcharge free ATMs worldwide.  For more information\, visit vystarcu.org\, and follow us on Facebook\, Instagram\, X (Twitter)\, and LinkedIn.   \n  \nABOUT SULZBACHER:\nSulzbacher provides the opportunity for homeless men\, women\, and children to achieve a better life. The agency’s comprehensive services include street outreach\, daily meals\, emergency housing\, case management support\, veteran services\, job placement assistance\, as well as permanent supportive housing\, scattered-site housing\, and a therapeutic early learning center. Medical\, dental\, and mental health care is provided at its downtown campus\, at the beaches and at its pediatric health center at Sulzbacher Village. Every day\, Sulzbacher is home to more than 400 homeless members of our community – most of whom are women and children. For more information\, visit www.sulzbacherjax.org. \n\n\n\nThe information transmitted in this email\, including all attachments\, is intended only for the individual(s)\, entity or entities to which it is addressed and might contain confidential\, proprietary and/or privileged information. All electronic mail messages\, which may have been established as expressed views and/or opinions (stated either within the electronic mail message or any of its attachments)\, are left to the sole responsibility of that of the sender\, and are not necessarily attributed to VyStar Credit Union or its subsidiaries. Any review\, retransmission\, or dissemination in any form\, or other use of this information by individual(s) or entities other than the intended recipient(s) is prohibited. If you received this email in error\, please contact the sender and delete the information from all computers.
URL:https://jacksonvillefreepress.com/calendar/join-vystar-credit-union-and-sulzbacher-village-for-a-free-back-to-school-bash/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250809T113000
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SUMMARY: Native Cuisine Workshop with Saturiwa Trading Company
DESCRIPTION:For Ages 16+\, come discover the rich culinary traditions of Native American cuisine\, drawing from his deep knowledge of Indigenous foodways\, preparation and history of traditional dishes\, while exploring the cultural significance of native ingredients and cooking methods. This hands-on experience offers a unique opportunity to connect with Jacksonville’s heritage\, celebrate its natural bounty and savor the vibrant tastes of authentic Native American cuisine Saturday\, August 9th\, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Location is the Cummer Museum\, 829 Riverside Avenue.  For more info visit www.cummermuseum.org.
URL:https://jacksonvillefreepress.com/calendar/native-cuisine-workshop-with-saturiwa-trading-company/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250809T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250809T190000
DTSTAMP:20260808T023044
CREATED:20250730T170850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T170850Z
UID:89458-1754751600-1754766000@jacksonvillefreepress.com
SUMMARY:Accentuate Boutique & Friends
DESCRIPTION:  \nAccentuate Boutique and Friends ‘Gospel and Inspirational Showcase\,’ event will be held\, Saturday\, August 9th\, 3 p.m. Come shop till you drop\, door prizes\, fashions\, gospel musicians and more!  For tickets and more info call (904) 683-0096. \n 
URL:https://jacksonvillefreepress.com/calendar/accentuate-boutique-friends/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250810T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250810T153000
DTSTAMP:20260808T023044
CREATED:20250730T150830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T150830Z
UID:89420-1754820000-1754839800@jacksonvillefreepress.com
SUMMARY:One Accord Ministries "One Team One Spirit" Family & Friends Day
DESCRIPTION:One Accord Ministries International is excited to welcome the community to its annual “One Team One Spirit” Family and Friends Day on Sunday\, August 10th\, 10 a.m. at 2971 Waller Street. This spirited event is all about unity\, fellowship\, and faith. Expect uplifting worship\, joyful praise\, and a warm\, welcoming atmosphere. All are welcome to experience the love\, energy\, and power of community at The Temple. For more information\, visit www.experiencethetemple.com or call 904-389-7373.
URL:https://jacksonvillefreepress.com/calendar/one-accord-ministries-one-team-one-spirit-family-friends-day/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250810T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250810T230000
DTSTAMP:20260808T023044
CREATED:20250625T180927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250625T180927Z
UID:88822-1754852400-1754866800@jacksonvillefreepress.com
SUMMARY:Maxwell & Lucky Daye
DESCRIPTION:                                                                                \nR&B singer ‘Maxwell’ and Lucky Daye\, in Duval\, August 10th at 7 p.m. at Vystar Veterans Memorial Arena. For tickets and more info visit www.ticketmaster.com.
URL:https://jacksonvillefreepress.com/calendar/maxwell-lucky-daye/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250813T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250813T093000
DTSTAMP:20260808T023044
CREATED:20250805T200221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T200221Z
UID:89538-1755072000-1755077400@jacksonvillefreepress.com
SUMMARY:Cuppa Jax: Sheriff T.K. Waters
DESCRIPTION:Our next speaker\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWednesday\, August 13 7:45 a.m. \nSheriff T.K. Waters\, elected in 2022 as the seventh Sheriff of Duval County\, brings over 30 years of law enforcement experience with the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office\, where he served in leadership roles across Patrol\, Investigations\, and Homeland Security. He oversaw major units such as Homicide\, Robbery\, and Special Assault\, and led the launch of the agency’s Violence Reduction Strategy\, meeting with over 450 identified group or gang members to support crime prevention efforts. Waters built strong partnerships with community organizations and the National Network for Safe Communities to expand the city’s approach to reducing violent crime. His administration focuses on increasing staffing\, targeting violent offenders\, building public trust\, and improving the use of technology and resources. \nPlease note we are starting 15 minutes earlier than usual to accommodate Sheriff Waters’ schedule.
URL:https://jacksonvillefreepress.com/calendar/cuppa-jax-sheriff-t-k-waters/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250813T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250813T170000
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CREATED:20250625T181038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250625T181038Z
UID:88824-1755082800-1755104400@jacksonvillefreepress.com
SUMMARY:WJCT/Eldersource Caregiving Lunch & Learn
DESCRIPTION:  \nWJCT/Eldersource Caregiving at WJCT Studios\, 100 Festival Park\, ‘Lunch & Learn: Caring for the Future\,’ This session will feature important information on how to prepare for the legal and financial challenges of caregiving such as preparing important legal documents (i.e. durable power of attorney\, advanced directives) and financial concerns.\nWednesday\, August 13th\, at 11 a.m. To register and more visit www.wjct.org.
URL:https://jacksonvillefreepress.com/calendar/wjct-eldersource-caregiving-lunch-learn-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250816T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250816T170000
DTSTAMP:20260808T023044
CREATED:20250625T181332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250625T181332Z
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SUMMARY:BeeFare: 6th Annual Honey Bee Festival
DESCRIPTION:  \nBeeFare: 6th Annual Honey Bee Festival Hosted by Bee Friends Farm & Local Fare is on the beehive schedule\, Saturday\, August 16th for National Honey Bee Day\, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.\, inside the Jacksonville Fairgrounds\, 510 Fairground. Whether you’re a seasoned beekeeper\, curious about bees\, or just looking for a fun way to spend the day with the family for a day filled with a Food Truck Alley; Bee-a-Kid Zone\, vendors; cooking demonstrations and more!  For more details visit: www.beefriendsfarm.com.
URL:https://jacksonvillefreepress.com/calendar/beefare-6th-annual-honey-bee-festival/
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250816T170000
DTSTAMP:20260808T023044
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SUMMARY:WJCT/Eldersource Caregiving Lunch & Learn
DESCRIPTION:  \nWJCT/Eldersource Caregiving at WJCT Studios\, 100 Festival Park\, ‘Lunch & Learn: Caregiver Journey Workshop\,’ Topics being discussed/planned include: session on coping with grief; Laughter yoga\, art and music therapy session; session featuring caregivers to share their stories and “if I only knew this” tips. Saturday\, August 16th\, 11 a.m.  To register and more visit www.wjct.org.
URL:https://jacksonvillefreepress.com/calendar/wjct-eldersource-caregiving-lunch-learn-4/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250817T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250817T200000
DTSTAMP:20260808T023044
CREATED:20250625T181553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250625T181553Z
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SUMMARY:Black Music: I Love Music
DESCRIPTION:  \nA tribute to ‘Black Music: I Love Music\,’ starring Alphonso Horne\, Jr. Sunday\, August 17th\, at 5:00 p.m. Main Library\, 303 Laura Street. Welcome home for Jacksonville natives: Alphonso Horne\, Jr.\, Trumpeter\, who is a graduate of both LaVilla & Douglas Anderson Schools of the Arts in Jacksonville. He is a Juilliard Graduate and Multi-GRAMMY Award nominee. For more info visit www.jaxlubrary.org.
URL:https://jacksonvillefreepress.com/calendar/black-music-i-love-music/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250820T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250820T140000
DTSTAMP:20260808T023044
CREATED:20250819T145923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T145923Z
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SUMMARY:Boat Ramps Cleanups
DESCRIPTION:Come volunteer for the ‘Charles Reese Boat Ramp and Ken Knight Drive’ cleanup! St. Johns Riverkeeper is looking for organizations and volunteers to partner for  to cleanup beyond the park all the way to Moncrief Rd\, Saturday\, September 20th at 10 a.m. For more info contact Mr. Trey Ford at trey@stjohnsriverkeeper.org.
URL:https://jacksonvillefreepress.com/calendar/boat-ramps-cleanups/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250821T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250821T133000
DTSTAMP:20260808T023044
CREATED:20250819T145404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T145404Z
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SUMMARY:JAXUSA Partnership Summer Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:Join JAXUSA Partnership Summer Luncheon on Thursday\, August 21st\, 11:30 a.m. at Florida Blue\, 4800 Deerwood Campus Pkwy bringing together business and community leaders from across Northeast Florida. Featured speaker is Warren Anderson\, Chairman and CEO of The Anderson-DuBose Company. The program will also celebrate JAX Chamber’s 2025 Small Business Leaders of the Year and include the presentation of the JAXUSA 2025 Talent Champion Award. For more info visit www.jaxchamber.com.
URL:https://jacksonvillefreepress.com/calendar/jaxusa-partnership-summer-luncheon/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250821T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250821T213000
DTSTAMP:20260808T023044
CREATED:20250730T152417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T152417Z
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SUMMARY:Blues\, Brews\, Bourbon & BBQ
DESCRIPTION:Florida Theatre’s annual fundraiser ‘Blues\, Brews\, Bourbon & BBQ\,’ event at Bowing Oaks\, 7743 Alphons St.\, Thursday\, August 21st\, 5:30 p.m. Come taste the BBQ\, sip brew and bourbon and listen to the blues!  For tickets and more info visit www.floridatheatre.com. \n 
URL:https://jacksonvillefreepress.com/calendar/blues-brews-bourbon-bbq-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250821T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250821T230000
DTSTAMP:20260808T023044
CREATED:20250422T162518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T162518Z
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SUMMARY:Comedian Chico Bean
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe comedy Zone presents\, comedian Chico Bean\, August 21st – 22nd at 7 p.m. at the Comedy Zone\, 3130 Hartley Rd.  For tickets and more info visit www.comedyzone.com.
URL:https://jacksonvillefreepress.com/calendar/comedian-chico-bean-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250824T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250824T170000
DTSTAMP:20260808T023044
CREATED:20250730T173224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T173224Z
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SUMMARY:Brunch at the Grand
DESCRIPTION:Brunch at the Grand\, Sunday\, August 24th\, 12 p.m. – 3 p.m. Enjoy a touchless brunch\, jazz and more with guest musician Kevin Allen Scott. For reservations call/text (904) 5020 6005.
URL:https://jacksonvillefreepress.com/calendar/brunch-at-the-grand/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250824T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250824T180000
DTSTAMP:20260808T023044
CREATED:20250819T151229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T151229Z
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SUMMARY:LIT on the Lawn
DESCRIPTION:                                                                      \nLed by the University of Phoenix Jacksonville Alumni Chapter in partnership with Ebri Education\, this joyful literacy event encourages families to bring their own books\, picnic blankets and lawn chairs for an afternoon of reading and learning in the park. The theme for the event is “BYOB – Bring Your Own Book\,” Sunday\, August. 24th\, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. For more info visit www.levpark.com.
URL:https://jacksonvillefreepress.com/calendar/lit-on-the-lawn/
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