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Murray Hill-O-Ween
2025-10-25 17:00 - 21:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | Edgewood Ave S | Murray Hill, Edgewood Ave S, Jacksonville, 32205
Murray Hill-O-Ween is Jacksonville’s premier family-friendly Halloween celebration! Presented in partnership with Community First Credit Union, this exciting event features a lively block party and a spooktacular Halloween parade starting at dusk. The block party has something for everyone – music, local food trucks, a pumpkin patch, activities for the kids, and so much more! The Halloween parade, which goes down Edgewood Avenue, showcases vibrant floats, energetic bands, and a variety of costumed characters.

The Sherman Family Champions for Children Gala
2025-10-23 18:00 - 21:00 | Florida Blue Conference Center, 4800 Deerwood Pkwy, Jacksonville, FL, United States
We invite you to join the MaliVai Washington Youth Foundation (MWYF) in changing the lives of Jacksonville youth at our signature fundraising event, The Sherman Family Champions for Children Gala, taking place on October 23 at the Florida Blue Conference Center.
The Sherman Family Champions for Children Gala is a major fundraising event that provides a sizable percentage of the organization’s annual operating budget and critical funding we rely upon in executing our mission of developing champions in classrooms, on tennis courts and throughout communities. The evening will feature cocktail reception, a live and silent auction, our renowned Heads or Tails raffle, dinner and inspirational student testimonials that connect you to the hearts the foundation serves

Jacksonville Dance Theatre - Circo del Pantano
2025-10-18 16:00 - 17:30 | FSCJ South Campus Nathan H. Wilson Center for the Arts, Main Stage, 11901 Beach Blvd, Jacksonville, FL, 32246, United States
Circo del Pantano is the premiere of an electrifying new concept: a modern dance circus guided by the bold vision of JDT Artistic Director Rebecca R. Levy and produced in partnership with FSCJ. Blending the raw physicality of contemporary dance with the daring spectacle of aerial performance, this immersive production will push boundaries of genre and form. Audiences can expect a multi-sensory experience filled with striking visuals, dynamic movement, and moments of surreal theatricality.
“This performance is unlike anything JDT has ever done,” said Levy. “It’s part dreamscape, party high-flying thrill, like a modern dance circus. We’re reimagining what dance can be—bold, immersive and impossible to look away from!”
Tickets are on sale now for this one-day only performance on October 18 at 4 p.m. General admission tickets are $30 and Student/Military/Senior tickets are $20.

30th ANNUAL FESTA ITALIANA
2025-10-18 11:00 - 19:00 | ITALIAN AMERICAN CLUB OF JACKSONVILLE, 2838 WESTBERRY RD, JACKSONVILLE, FL, 32223, United States
The Italian American Club joins the city in observance of October 2025 as Italian American Heritage Month. Come celebrate our anniversary, 75 years of Italian culture, tradition and service as the oldest ethnic organization in the First Coast. FREE admission, entertainment and kids’ activities make this an exciting, fun family event.
Authentic Italian Dinners include Cavatelli and Meatballs, Baked Ziti, Chicken Parmesan and Meatball and Sausage Subs. Homemade desserts, Cannoli and Italian Ice complete a taste of Sunny Italy. Come for the Italiano goodies, stay for the festivities.
Enjoy LA VITA BELLA at FESTA ITALIANA!

Arlington Mod & More Home Tour Presented by the Northeast Florida Association of Realtors
2025-10-11 10:00 - 2025-10-12 16:00 | Norman Studios, 6337 Arlington Road, Jacksonville, 32211
Don’t miss the 9th Arlington Mod & More Home Tour presented by the Northeast Florida Association of Realtors, and experience some of Jacksonville’s most iconic Mid-Century Modern and historic homes.
Guests will have the opportunity to tour homes from quirky to fabulous, quaint beauties to riverfront estates. Now enjoying a resurgence in popularity, especially among younger homeowners, Mid-Century Modern architecture became popular after WWII through the 1970s. This minimalistic, functional style features open floor plans, clean lines, muted curves, large windows, and indoor-outdoor living spaces. Arlington, Jacksonville’s fastest-growing area after the construction of the Mathews Bridge in 1953, boasts an impressive concentration of Mid-Century Modern architecture.
Check in and pick up your Home Tour Guide at Historic Norman Studios, 6337 Arlington Road, Jacksonville, FL 32211. A tour of this unique museum is included with your ticket purchase.
Founded in 1916 as Eagle Film City and purchased by Richard E. Norman in the early 1920s, the Norman Studios was among the nation’s first to produce “race films” starring African American characters in positive, non-stereotypical roles. This five-building complex is the sole studio remnant of Jacksonville’s heyday as the Winter Film Capital of the World and one of just two Northeast Florida sites designated as National Historic Landmarks.
The tour is Saturday, October 11, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday, October 12, from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Tickets are $25 (fees additional). Children under 12 are free.
The event benefits Old Arlington, Inc. (OAI). Founded in 1993, OAI is committed to the preservation and revitalization of Arlington, one of Jacksonville’s most historically significant communities.
Interested in Volunteering? Becoming a sponsor? OAI Membership? Have a Classic 1950s, 60s or 70s car you’d like to show off at one of the tour homes?
Email us at info@oldarlington.org

Fanfare!
2025-10-10 18:00 - 21:30 | Celebration Hall at St. Anastasia, 5205 A1A S, St. Augustine, 32080
This one-night-only event will be hosted by First Coast Opera’s General & Artistic Director Curtis Tucker, highlight the season’s upcoming operas, and feature a multi-course catered dinner by Chef Norberto Jaramillo of La Cocina at the Cellar Upstairs. Musical excerpts from Carmen and The Mikado will be performed by members of the University of Florida Opera Department from Gainesville.

WasabiCon 2025
2025-10-10 10:00 - 2025-10-12 18:00 | Prime F. Osborn III Convention Center, 1000 Water Street, Jacksonville, FL, 32204, United States
WasabiCon is Jacksonville’s annual celebration of anime, cosplay, and gaming! Otaku culture is front and center for Northeast Florida’s largest pop culture festival featuring three days of celebrity guests, exhibitors, artists, tabletop gaming, video games, maid cafés, and much, much more. The event takes place Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, October 10-12, 2025 at the Prime F. Osborn III Convention Center located at 1000 Water Street, Jacksonville, Florida 32204. Tickets are available in advance or on-site: $25 Friday, $45 Saturday, $35 Sunday, or $65 for a 3-Day Pass. Questions? jax@wasabicon.com

Nurture Fest
2025-10-05 17:00 - 22:00 | Heartwood Soundstage, 619 S. Main St, Gainesville, FL, 32601, United States
Nurture Fest

A community celebration of nurturers.
Outside on the lawn (4-9 PM):

Art vendors
Aerial Arts
Free, kid-friendly activities

Inside performances (5–9 PM):
Lexi Braun • Natalie Rella • Maggie Clifford • Mei • Sarah Hinds • Eowyn Sage • & friends
Nurture Fest also honors the two recipients of the inaugural Nurture Recording Grant: Sarah Hinds (Gainesville) and Savannah Zara (St. Augustine). This grant provides studio time and support for women musicians with children, helping them record and release their first original track.
Born from a story of generosity, success, and paying it forward, Nurture Fest is more than a showcase — it’s a community-wide celebration of creativity, resilience, and support for nurturers in music.
Lexi Braun writes songs of love, loss, and other absurdities. Former frontwoman of Palimony and West Hexes, her stripped down piano playing and cosmic country roots will make you feel things.
Sarah Hinds is a renowned, award-winning visual artist based in Gainesville, Florida. As an artist in residence at Shands Hospital, she works with patients at the bedside and in the community. Hinds, for example, orchestrated the community-wide collaborative artwork known as the Heartwall, that is installed along the east side of Depot Park. In addition to being a visual artist, Hinds is an adept songwriter and performer. She is one of two recipients of the inaugural Nurture Recording Grant, which covers the costs of studio time and setting up online streaming distribution for women who are mothers and/or have full-time, in-home care responsibilities for dependents. Nurture Fest is Hinds’ first time performing on the Heartwood Soundstage indoor stage.
Natalie Rella A performing musician in Gainesville for more than 20 years, Natalie Rella is a world-class jazz singer. She has an ongoing monthly residency at Baby J’s in downtown Gainesville and this will be her first live performance at Heartwood’s indoor soundstage.
Eowyn Sage is a singer-songwriter from St. Augustine, Florida, with roots on the musical theater stage and a heart full of stories. Born and raised by the sea but always dreaming of the mountains, Eowyn began writing her own music just a year ago, blending emotional honesty with a love for melody and movement. Whether she’s rock climbing, traveling, or performing, her songs reflect a deep connection to adventure and self-discovery. She’s thrilled to be performing at Nurture Fest and sharing this new chapter of her musical journey.
Maggie Clifford
Mei

October Art Walk at Southlight Gallery
2025-10-01 17:00 - 20:00 | Southlight Gallery, 201 North Hogan Street Suite 100, Jacksonville, FL, 32202, United States
Do you feel uneasy? Like the end is near? Well grab your friends and family and head to Southlight Gallery this October! Join us for an evening of art and discussion reflective of the state of the world right now.

JJ Grey & Mofro at Heartwood Soundstage
2025-09-28 19:30 - 22:30 | Heartwood Soundstage, 619 S. Main St, Gainesville, FL, 32601, United States
JJ Grey & Mofro’s Olustee Tour is coming to Heartwood Soundstage in downtown Gainesville on 9/28! Grab tickets now and we’ll see y’all there!

The Oddities & Curiosities Expo
2025-09-27 10:00 - 2025-09-28 16:00 | Prime F. Osborn III Convention Center, 1000 Water Street, Jacksonville, FL, 32204, United States
The Oddities and Curiosities Expo is a one-of-a-kind traveling showcase that brings together hundreds of oddity vendors and artists from across the country, creating a playground for the strange and unusual. Here, the weird, wonderful, and downright bizarre unite in a fascinating display of the extraordinary, providing a platform for vendors and artists to connect with a community of like-minded individuals.
The event will travel coast to coast, visiting 45 cities in the United States, Canada, and Australia in 2025.
Attendees can browse and shop for rare and unique items, including taxidermy, preserved animal specimens, dark artistry, original horror and Halloween-inspired artwork, antiques, metaphysical accoutrements, handcrafted oddities, skulls, bones, and funeral collectibles.
Beyond shopping, the expo offers an immersive experience with photo opportunities, tarot readings, sideshow performances, and various concessions to keep attendees entertained throughout the day.

Talbot Tidewater Celebration
2025-09-27 10:00 - 15:00 | Ribault Clubhouse, 11241 Ft. George Rd., Jacksonville, FL, 32226, United States
The Friends of Talbot Islands State Parks invite everyone to the 6th Annual Talbot Tidewater Celebration on Saturday, Sept. 27, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at The Ribault Club at 11241 Ft. George Rd. on Ft. George Island. A day filled with the islands’ rich Timucuan history, natural beauty, and abundant recreational opportunities. Guided hikes, canoe trips, a Junior Ranger Angler Fishing Clinic for Kids, local and state conservation exhibitors, mock dolphin and manatee rescues and more. Registration is required for the fishing clinic; please email talbottidewater@gmail.com to register.
For more information, visit talbotislands.com and follow The Friends of Talbot Islands State Parks @friendsoftalbot on Facebook.
The Talbot Tidewater Celebration occurs yearly on National Public Lands Day and is supported by Florida State Parks, the National Park Service, and Timucuan Parks Foundation.

6th Annual VyStar Emerald Trail 5K/10K and 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk presented by JTC Running
2025-09-27 08:00 - 10:00 | LaVilla Area, 633 N. Lee Street, Jacksonville, 32204
The 6th Annual VyStar Emerald Trail 5K/10K and 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk presented by JTC Running will take runners and walkers along the newly opened Emerald Trail LaVilla Link and S-Line Rail Trail. All proceeds from this event benefit Groundwork Jacksonville, the City’s nonprofit partner in building the Emerald Trail and restoring McCoys Creek and Hogans Creek.

Custom designed Emerald Trail shirts to all entrants
Custom designed medals to all finishers
Chip timing for run/walk
Live results
Pre- and post-race activities

When complete the Emerald Trail will be a 30-mile urban trail and linear park system that connects 14 historic neighborhoods to downtown, the St. Johns River, McCoys Creek and Hogans Creek. It will link 16 schools, three colleges, three hospitals, 21 parks and the Regional Transportation Center to destinations like cafes, shops, festivals, and events.
As Jacksonville’s signature recreational amenity, the Emerald Trail will be the place where people of all ages, races, cultures and walks of life come together to run, walk, ride and connect with nature and with one another. Learn more at groundworkjacksonville.org or follow @GroundworkJax.

Bazar À La Carte
2025-09-20 18:00 - 23:00 | Phoenix Arts District, 2336 N. Liberty St., Jacksonville, FL, 32206, United States
Known for its eclectic nature and unique blend of artisan makers, performances, workshops and more, Gainesville’s beloved night market Bazar À La Carte is taking the show on the road.
This edition of Bazar À La Carte–Gainesville’s beloved series of artisan night markets–will feature 60+ unique vendors from the Jacksonville + North Florida area, several creative workshops, a huge art exhibition, food trucks, DJs + live performances, and more surprises!
Attendees at the Legacy Studios event will peruse goods from vendors and organizations like Chunky and Funky Co. and Watermelon Market, an arts and maker market whose proceeds go to families in Gaza and mutual aid efforts in Sudan. Guests can also take part in several workshops offering tutorials in mediums like figure drawing, sewing, letter writing, collaging and poetry. Cafe Resistance will provide a cozy corner for reading and relaxation, while BachataVille offers dance classes for all skill levels. An over-sized food truck rally organized by Aunties Outside is set to feature delicious options prepared by Chef Kalin Anderson of Feed The Ville, vegan comfort food truck My V Spot, and more. A line-up of local DJs curated by Inside Jax will keep spirits high throughout the night, while a host of murals created during the event will be displayed throughout the Phoenix Arts and Innovation District in the weeks to come.
Event organizers intend Bazar À La Carte to be a space where inspiration and collaboration flow freely among all in attendance, and at the Jacksonville Bazar, collaboration will reach meta levels: The vast majority of the event’s installations, activations and activities are being co-hosted by local creators and organizations who share the same mission but have yet to collaborate in the same physical space. For example, an open mic lounge will see the return of beloved event series Wine Down Wednesdays working alongside local event curator and DJ Larry Love and spoken-word platform Poetically Mic’d to offer space for poets and musicians to share their talents. A large group exhibition of local visual artists is jointly curated by Elevated Media, Metamorphvic and Jarett Walker of Trust God Studios. A screening event of local films, music videos and other visual media is hosted by LOL Jax Film Festival, with silent disco headphones provided by Hush Hush Jax. Finally, a series of photobooth installations will give attendees the close-up of their dreams with curation by Jacksonville photographers Kat Culture, Jasmine Clements and Corey Kolb.

Florida Chamber Music Project presents Walker, Schubert
2025-09-07 15:00 - 17:00 | Beaches Museum and History Park, 381 Beach Blvd, Jacksonville Beach, FL, 32250, United States
Florida Chamber Music Project (FCMP) will begin its thirteenth season with a bang on Sept. 7 performing works by George Walker and Franz Schubert. This concert is generously sponsored by Doug and Karen Worth.
“Despite the differences in era and musical language, both George Walker’s String Quartet No. 1: Lyric and Franz Schubert’s String Quartet in G Major, D. 887 share an emphasis on lyrical expression, harmonic complexity, and thematic development,” says Susan Pardue, FCMP’s artistic director. “Both works reflect the emotional depth and intimate dialogue between the instruments, showing that the essence of the string quartet—whether in the early 19th century or the mid-20th century—can be a powerful medium for expressing profound human emotions.”
Tickets are available now on FCMP’s website or at the door. The concert will be held at the Beaches Museum Chapel and Museum at 505 Beach Blvd., Jacksonville Beach. Beaches Museum Chapel is wheelchair-accessible, and all attendees are invited to join the artists for refreshments following each concert.
The Florida Chamber Music Project, founded by violist Susan Pardue, aims to foster joy, connection, and education in our community through live classical chamber music. Pardue is regularly joined by fellow Jacksonville Symphony musicians Patrice Evans (violin), Ann Hertler (violin), Laurie Casseday (cello), Victoria Stjerna (violin), and Igor Khukhua (violin) as well as frequent special guests of remarkable talent.

Jax Podcast Camp
2025-07-31 13:00 - 17:00 | WJCT, 100 Festival Park Ave, Jacksonville, FL, 32202
CALLING ALL NORTH FLORIDA PODCASTERS!
On Thursday, July 31st 1-5 pm, The Jax Podcasters United Group, along with WJCT Media, are hosting the first ever: JAX PODCAST CAMP!
It’s a free half-day event that will feature several Podcast “Camp Counselors” sharing their knowledge and expertise with interactive workshops in a classroom style setting
Podcasters of all skill levels are welcome, and will have the opportunity to take part in panels and Q&A sessions to learn the best ways to succeed in podcasting.

Dinner with Booker T.
2025-07-27 15:00 - 16:30 | WJCT, 100 Festival Park Ave, Jacksonville, FL, 32202
Stage Aurora Theatrical Company, Theatre that Enlightens, is excited to present a production of Dinner with Booker T. Stage Aurora will have one performance Sunday, July 27 at 3pm at WJCT Studios, 100 Festival Park Ave, Jacksonville, FL 32202.
Darryl Reuben Hall takes the audience on a journey into the life of Booker T. Washington by portraying the many friends and enemies that kept him strong in the fight for achievement including but limited to a United States Officer to a General, from a Coal Miner to President Theodore Roosevelt, 16 characters in all.
The show has received many accolades, including:
2019 National Black Theatre Festival Honoree
“Wow…his vocals and dances give us a picture of a man and his journey to establish Tuskegee Institute in Alabama.” (Elizabeth Briscoe Wilson, Retired Lincoln University Librarian)
“This piece evokes deep thinking and a well needed, important conversation on race in America. With many historical shows making their way to the Broadway stage, such as “Hamilton” and “Amazing Grace”, [Dinner with Booker T.] could potentially fit into this trend, and shine.” (Brooke Clariday, Theatre Reviews Unlimited)
This production contains instances of strong language that may be upsetting to some audience members.

The Vibrant Resonance: A Journey Through Sound and Stillness
2025-07-19 16:30 - 19:00 | The Emerald Tea House, 2385 Corbett Street, Jacksonville, FL, 32204
Step into an immersive experience where movement meets melody in The Vibrant Resonance—an evening of meditative yoga and mesmerizing Indian classical music. Begin with a serene yoga flow accompanied by a live sitar serenade, as delicate ragas intertwine with breath and posture to guide you into a deep state of presence and peace.

As twilight deepens, the space transforms into a sacred soundscape for a soul-stirring sitar and tabla recital. The dialogue between the sitar’s shimmering strings and the tabla’s dynamic rhythms evokes both tranquility and passion, carrying listeners on an emotional and spiritual journey through the rich traditions of Hindustani music.

Whether you’re arriving for the yoga, the concert, or both, The Vibrant Resonance invites you to surrender to the healing power of sound and stillness.

Indicate your availability, and if you’d like to pre-register, please use the QR code in the event discussion.
https://www.facebook.com/events/1180241867206355/?active_tab=discussion
Yoga Sitar Serenade $25 investmentSitar/Tabla concert $25 investmentBoth events $40 total investment

Tickets will be sold at the door as well. The Emerald Tea House is located at 2385 Corbett Street, Jacksonville, FL Contact John Guinta at 504-559-4259 for questions.

River City Theatre Presents Lionel Bart’s OLIVER!
2025-07-17 19:00 - 2025-07-27 19:00 | Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd, Corner of Stockton and Park Street., Jacksonville, FL, 32204, United States
River City Theatre Makes its Debut with Lionel Bart’s OLIVER! Musical
Jacksonville, FL—River City Theatre (RCT), a new nonprofit performing arts organization dedicated to entertaining, engaging, and empowering the Duval County area, proudly announces eight stellar performances of the musical, “Lionel Bart’s OLIVER!,” in July.

RCT combines first-rate productions with enriching educational programming and brings a fresh, innovative approach to theatrical storytelling. With a mission to create an artistic home for performers and audiences alike, RCT is dedicated to fostering a deep appreciation for the performing arts in Jacksonville and beyond.
“As RCT’s Executive Artistic Director, I am committed to supporting the dreams of others who find joy and community through theatre,” says Stephen Billy. “It seems fitting that our inaugural show celebrates a timeless story of hope and resilience.”
Based on Charles Dickens’s classic novel, “Lionel Bart’s OLIVER!” is sure to provide an unforgettable evening for the entire family. This Tony and Olivier Award-winning musical features memorable songs such as “Consider Yourself” and “As Long As He Needs Me” and promises an extraordinary theatrical experience for audiences of all ages.

Performance Dates

July 17th–20th, 2025 at 7:00 PM
July 24th–27th, 2025 at 7:00 PM

Venue
The Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd, Betsy Lovett Hall
1100 Stockton St., Jacksonville, FL 32204
Tickets
Tickets are available now at $25 per ticket and are selling quickly. For more information, ticket purchases, donations, sponsorship and volunteer opportunities, and details about RCT’s upcoming productions, visit https://www.rivercitytheatre.com. River City Theatre is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit (EIN: 33-1997746).

Links to RCT Website, Facebook, Other Social media , LUDUS
Website – https://www.rivercitytheatre.com
Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/people/River-City-Theatre/61569925598790
LUDUS Online Tickets) – https://rivercitytheatre.ludus.com/embed/index.php?widget=1&show_id=&sections=all&category_id=&hideNav=false

Post 4th of July Cleanup at Kathryn Abbey Hanna Park
2025-07-06 08:00 - 11:00 | Kathryn Abbey Hanna Park, 500 Wonderwood Dr., Jacksonville, FL, 32233, United States
Volunteers are needed to help clean up Kathryn Abbey Hanna Park on Sunday, July 6, after the 4th of July holiday weekend. You can meet us at the park at 8 a.m. Please let the gate attendant know you are there for the Timucuan Parks Foundation cleanup event to receive free entry.
Please wear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty, wear closed-toe shoes and a hat is highly recommended. Bring your work gloves (if you have them), sunscreen, insect repellent, and a full reusable water bottle. We will have work equipment, additional water, snacks, and extra insect repellent.
Children under 16 must be supervised by their parent/guardian or scout leader. Anyone under 18 must have a parent/guardian’s signature on the liability waiver before starting work. The waiver and a form to join TPF’s volunteer list can be accessed at https://www.timucuanparks.org/volunteer/. You can also earn community service hours at this event. For more information, contact Felicia Boyd at fboyd@timucuanparks.org or call (904) 374-1107.

Free Family Fun Day
2025-07-04 11:00 - 14:00 | Connect Church, 13056 Perdue Rd, Jacksonville, 32218
Celebrate freedom, family, and fun at Connect Church’s FREE Fourth of July Family Fun Day! This extravaganza is a day of celebration you won’t want to miss.
Join us on July 4, 2025, at 11:00 AM, for a day packed with exciting activities for all ages. We will be serving free hot dogs! Enjoy a day of laughter and connection with face painting, a petting zoo, and bounce houses galore—all for FREE!
This is a community celebration like no other, where you can make memories with friends and family while enjoying a day of festive fun.
Event Details:
Date: July 4, 2025
Time: 11:00 AM–2:00 PM
Location: Connect Church, 13056 Perdue Rd, Jacksonville, FL 32218
Cost: FREE
Mark your calendars and join us for a day to remember. Let’s come together to celebrate the Fourth of July with food, fun, and freedom! Don’t miss out!
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The 2nd Annual Literary Indulgence Book Festival
2025-06-28 10:00 - 20:00 | Friday Musicale, 645 Oak St, Jacksonville, FL, 32204, United States
Please join us for the 2nd Annual Literary Indulgence Book Festival at the historic Friday Musicale in Riverside on Saturday, June 28, 2025, from 10 AM – 4 PM, followed by an Author & Reader Mixer from 5 PM – 8 PM.
It’s a book party showcasing local and regional authors to draw book lovers – those who read, sell, or work with books – of all ages to the city of Jacksonville to bring generational readers together, creating young book lovers and new authors.
This fun book party will feature engaging presentations, workshops, music, vendor shopping, and activities for book lovers of all ages, including children’s storytelling sessions, and arts and crafts. Raffles and giveaways will also be held throughout the day.
Register today for a free event ticket and to receive a festival gift bag (supplies are limited!).
For more information, including donation and sponsorship opportunities, please visit our website at www.literaryindulgence.com.
We look forward to seeing you at the Literary Indulgence Book Festival! Indulge with us and savor the pleasure of every word!

Artist Susanne Schuenke Exhibition at The Vault Art Gallery
2025-05-23 17:00 - 2025-05-31 17:00 | The Vault at 1930 Art Gallery, 1930 San Marco Blvd, Jacksonville, FL, 32207, United States
A MUST-SEE ART SHOW! Spotlight on the Creative Mastery of
Susanne Schuenke
OPENING FRIDAY MAY 23rd, 5:00PM – 7:00PM AT THE VAULT ART GALLERY
1957 San Marco Blvd (next door to the Fig and Willow)
Exhibition dates: May 23rd (Opening Only), 24th, 27th, 28th, 29th, 30th, 31st – 11am to 5pm
This solo exhibition “Spotlight on the Creative Mastery of Susanne Schuenke” celebrates the extraordinary artistry and innovative vision of Susanne Schuenke, a German-American artist of international acclaim. Born in Düsseldorf, Germany, Schuenke’s artistic journey has been shaped by her rigorous education in Cologne and London, culminating in her doctorate from the University of Cologne in 1986.
Since then, Schuenke has made her mark on the art world, living and working successfully in the United States while retaining vibrant and creative ties to her European heritage. Her works embody a captivating fusion of influences, seamlessly intertwining cultural traditions and contemporary expression. With each piece, Schuenke invites viewers to explore a profound interplay of color, form, and emotion, forging connections that transcend borders and resonate deeply with global audiences. The art displayed at this exhibition will be art for every collector and every budget.
Exhibition Notes:
Starting Saturday May 24th there will be a special offer for art lovers 12 and under offered at $0.75 each. Yes, 75 cents each!
Saturday May 24th – The artist will be available for a tour of her art at 11am – noon and 2pm to 3pm
Please RSVP for the opening reception at (904)398-2890 or (904)307-2146 or info@thevaultat1930.com

Pair o Deez Movie Premiere
2025-05-22 19:00 - 22:00 | Regal Avenues, 9525 Philips Hwy, JACKSONVILLE, FL, 32256, United States
The motion picture “Pair o Deez” makes it’s Red-Carpet Premiere at The Regal Avenues Theater May 22nd, 2025 at 7pm in Jacksonville, Florida.
“Pair o Deez” is the 14th feature film for Duval-native Chad Hendricks, who wrote and directed the film. The movie stars Clayton Miller, Karen KK Cherney, and Johnny C Thomas, Jr.
Movie Synopsis: A guitarist’s life is a parody of alcohol and a corporate job. He finds the sadness of losing his family and kicking the bottle isn’t as hard as chasing a faded dream.

BFA & BA Student Portfolio Exhibition
2025-05-08 17:00 - 2025-05-09 20:00 | Crisp-Ellert Art Museum, 48 Sevilla St., St. Augustine, FL, 32084, United States
Join Crisp-Ellert Art Museum for Flagler College’s bi-annual exhibition of work by Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) and Bachelor of Arts (BA) candidates in the Department of Visual Art. The exhibition will kick off with an opening reception from 5-8 p.m. on Thursday, May 8.
The student portfolio exhibition will be open to the public from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, May 9. The shows include work from Flagler College’s graduating seniors, encompassing painting, drawing, video, installation, sculpture, and textiles. The event is free.

Finger Mullet Film Festival
2025-05-02 17:00 - 20:00 | Crisp-Ellert Art Museum, 48 Sevilla St., St. Augustine, FL, 32084, United States
The Crisp-Ellert Art Museum (CEAM) and Flagler College are thrilled to announce this year’s screening of the Finger Mullet Film Festival (FMFF)! The fest will be held at CEAM on Friday, May 2nd. The opening reception will be from 5:00-6:00pm, after which the student work will be shown starting at 6:00pm and the artist block will begin at 7:00pm. This event is free and open to the public.
The Finger Mullet Film Festival (FMFF) was founded by Flagler College Distinguished Professors of Art professor Patrick Moser and Kevin Mahoney in collaboration with former Director of the Crisp-Ellert Art Museum, Julie Dickover. The festival is dedicated to nurturing an experimental art and film culture in St. Augustine by providing an inspired platform for the best national and international short films alongside a burgeoning local and regional culture from young artists, film makers, creators and storytellers. Finger Mullet aims to discover, cultivate, and screen new or local narratives to generate critical discussion and empower community collaboration. This year’s festival brings together film and video shorts by regional, national, and international artists and filmmakers, including a screening block dedicated to student work, as well as a special performance by former Flagler professor and Finger Mullet founder, artist and musician Kevin Mahoney.
The Finger Mullet Film Festival is supported, in part, through funds from Flagler College. CEAM programming is supported through grants from the Dr. JoAnn Crisp-Ellert Fund at The Community Foundation for Northeast Florida, the St. Johns County Tourist Development Council, the St. Johns Cultural Council and voco, an IGH hotel.
The Crisp-Ellert Art Museum is an accessible building. If you are a person with a disability and need reasonable accommodation, please contact Phil Pownall at (904) 819-6460. Sign Language Interpreters are available upon request with a minimum of three days’ notice.
For further information on our programming, please visit the website at www.flagler.edu/ceam, or contact interim director Helena Rodriguez at (904) 826-8530 or crispellert@flagler.edu. The museum’s hours are Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Saturday, 12 to 4 p.m., while classes are in session.

Blackout Poetry at Chamblin's Uptown
2025-04-20 15:00 - 16:30, 2025-04-06 15:00 - 16:30 | 215 North Laura Street Jacksonville, FL 32202, 215 North Laura Street, Jacksonville, 32202
In this workshop, you will learn how to create blackout poetry. To “write” this poem, you will be given a page ripped out (gasp!) of a book, then you cross out 90% of the words. The words left on the page make your poem. All supplies, materials and instruction are provided by HopeAtHand.org, free of charge.
Hope at Hand is sponsored in part by City of Jacksonville, Cultural Council of Greater Jacksonville, The Jim Moran Foundation, Florida Division of Arts and Culture, Dolores Barr Weaver Legacy Fund, Cummer Family Foundation and generous supporters just like you!

Menopause The Musical 2: Cruising Through ‘The Change’®
2025-04-15 19:30 - 21:00 | Curtis M. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, 3201 Hull Rd, Gainesville, 32611
All aboard, sisters! The hysterical sequel to the smash-hit Menopause The Musical® is finally here! Five years after their chance encounter in a department store, we set sail with our beloved ladies for more high jinks on the high seas. Menopause The Musical 2: Cruising Through ‘The Change’® is a hilarious and heartfelt look at the joys of menopause and friendship — plus hot flashes, mood swings, and memory lapses! Join us on a trip of self-discovery, backed by a new soundtrack of toe-tapping parodied hits from the 70s, 80s and 90s. For these four ladies, menopause was not the end, but the beginning of a beautiful friendship where love conquers all, and friendships never fail.

Auditions for "Lionel Bart's OLIVER!" presented by River City Theatre
2025-04-12 08:30 - 18:00 | The Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd, 1100 Stockton Street, Jacksonville, FL, 32204, United States
Calling all children, youth, and adults interested in acting, dancing, and singing in musical theatre productions! River City Theatre is hosting auditions for its summer musical, “Lionel Bart’s OLIVER!” (July 2025). All are welcome. There are no fees associated with auditioning or performances. Please see our website for pre-audition checklist items and more information!
“Lionel Bart’s OLIVER!” is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com
