Calendar

Aug
1
Thu
Helen Ashmead Art Exhibit @ Jewish Community Alliance Vandroff Art Gallery
Aug 1 @ 8:00 AM – Aug 28 @ 5:00 PM

“Beauties of Our World,” an exhibit of paintings and prints depicting flowers, animals, river scenes, and angels by artist Helen Ashmead will be on display August 1 through August 28, 2019 in the Vandroff Art Gallery of the Jewish Community Alliance.

Hours are Mon – Thurs 5:30 AM – 9:30 PM, Fri – 5:30 AM – 5 PM, Sat – 1 PM – 6 PM, Sun 8 AM – 6 PM.  (904) 730-2100  http://www.jcajax.org

Aug
2
Fri
Stories for Young Children @ Willowbranch Library
Aug 2 @ 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM

This program is for children birth to 5 years with an adult caregiver. The program includes stories, books, fingerplays, nursery rhymes, and songs that promote language development, vocabulary building, and comprehension.

1-on-1 Tech Tutoring @ Willowbranch Library
Aug 2 @ 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM

One-on-one assistance with downloadable media, email, the Internet, online applications, and basic technology instruction. For downloadable media support, please bring your charged laptop or mobile device. Times and locations vary. You can now sign up for your appointment online at https://jpl.libcal.com/booking/techtutor. Please visit or call your local branch if you need help booking an appointment.

Pastel Drawing Class @ Murray Hill Art Class
Aug 2 @ 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM

This is an ongoing class that meets every Friday for all artists levels. The class will focus on pastels, materials and techniques.

Students will work from a live model and still life setups on a rotating basis using various types of soft pastels and supports. Check our website for the recommended supply list.

Questions can be directed to Kevin Arthur @ 904-327-7439

Summer Fridays at The Cummer @ Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens
Aug 2 @ 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Every Friday from June 21 through September 6, 2019, the Cummer will offer free admission to its permanent collection and gardens during new extended hours, 4 to 9 p.m., providing a new way for the community to kick off the weekend.

Each Friday in the 12-week program will feature free entertainment, such as live music, art activities, lawn games, lounge areas and more. Additional programming will be available for purchase, such as admission to featured exhibitions, arts and cultural experiences, and food and beverages (including beer, wine and cocktails) throughout the Museum campus.

Summer Fridays will debut on June 21 with Summer Solstice: Célébration du Solstice, inspired by the exhibition French Moderns: Monet to Matisse, 1850-1950, which opens June 14. Themes will change weekly to highlight art and entertainment from specific countries or regions.

Aug
3
Sat
Riverside Arts Market @ Under Fuller Warren Bridge
Aug 3 @ 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

About Riverside Arts Market

A Program of Riverside Avondale Preservation (RAP) the Riverside Arts Market celebrates the arts and our Northeast Florida community. The weekly market features live music, food, art, fresh produce under the canopy of the Fuller Warren Bridge. For more information, including directions and a calendar of events, visit riversideartsmarket.com.

Aug
4
Sun
Postures & Pints @ Fishweir Brewing Company
Aug 4 @ 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

$10 covers your yoga class and 1 pint of beer, Kombucha, or sparkling water, the pint following the 1 hr All Levels Yoga practice.  These Postures+Pints Sunday classes supports local small businesses, charities, and the community and participants have a lot of fun doing it.

Aug
5
Mon
“HOW TO BECOME A THERAPY ANIMAL TEAM” WORKSHOP @ St. Augustine Library
Aug 5 @ 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM

“How to Become a Therapy Animal Team” is an informational workshop for
people who are interested in learning how to prepare and what is required in order to volunteer in animal-assisted therapy with their pet.
The free program, sponsored by Therapy Animal Coalition, is a people-only event (except for service animals).

Aug
6
Tue
1-on-1 Tech Tutoring @ Willowbranch Library
Aug 6 @ 10:30 AM – 4:30 PM

One-on-one help with e-books, email, the internet, online applications, and basic computer instruction. For downloadable media assistance, bring your charged laptop, e-reader or tablet.  Tutoring times may change with tutor availability.  Reservations highly recommended; book online at jpl.libcal.com/booking/techtutor or call 904.381.8490.

Music & Movement Session 1 @ Willowbranch Library
Aug 6 @ 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM

This program is for children 0 to 5 years with an adult caregiver. This program includes songs, stories, and instruments that promote basic musical concepts and terminology while incorporating pre-literacy skills for reading and writing.