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Coffee and Code 7:30 AM
Coffee and Code @ Bold Bean Coffee
Dec 1 @ 7:30 AM
Hashrocket software developers host Coffee and Code in Riverside at 7:30 a.m. each Thursday at Bold Bean Coffee Roasters, 869 Stockton St. Suite 1-2 in Riverside.  Free to attend. For information, call Shaun Hubbard at[...]
Holiday Helpers Toy Drive 10:00 AM
Holiday Helpers Toy Drive
Dec 1 @ 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Make the holidays brighter for more than 300 children in Northeast Florida affected by HIV/AIDs. Join BHHS for its 5th annual Holiday Helpers toy drive and drop off new, unwrapped toys, bicycles and clothing. Through[...]
Salvation Army Bell Ringing 10:00 AM
Salvation Army Bell Ringing @ Publix, Winn-Dixie and Wal-Mart locations
Dec 1 @ 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
You can make a big impact on the community this holiday season by volunteering to ring a bell at a Salvation Army red kettle at Publix and Winn Dixie locations across Jacksonville. Funds raised through[...]
Toys for Tots 10:00 AM
Toys for Tots
Dec 1 @ 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Through Dec. 15 at a variety of drop-off locations, including: The Law Offices of John M. Phillips, 4230 Ortega Blvd.; Edible Arrangements, 3651 St. Johns Ave.; Duval Motor Company, 1616 Casset Ave.; Hassell Commercial Insurance,[...]
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Salvation Army Bell Ringing 10:00 AM
Salvation Army Bell Ringing @ Publix, Winn-Dixie and Wal-Mart locations
Dec 2 @ 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
You can make a big impact on the community this holiday season by volunteering to ring a bell at a Salvation Army red kettle at Publix and Winn Dixie locations across Jacksonville. Funds raised through[...]
Toys for Tots 10:00 AM
Toys for Tots
Dec 2 @ 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Through Dec. 15 at a variety of drop-off locations, including: The Law Offices of John M. Phillips, 4230 Ortega Blvd.; Edible Arrangements, 3651 St. Johns Ave.; Duval Motor Company, 1616 Casset Ave.; Hassell Commercial Insurance,[...]
Stories for Young Children 10:30 AM
Stories for Young Children @ Willowbranch Library
Dec 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.
Pastel Drawing Class 3:30 PM
Pastel Drawing Class @ Murray Hill Art Class
Dec 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[...]
Revivals First Friday: Luminaria Kit Making 6:00 PM
Revivals First Friday: Luminaria Kit Making @ Riverside Avondale Preservation Office
Dec 2 @ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
The Revivals host First Friday at the Buckland House for hands-on luminaria kit-making; adult beverages provided.
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Holiday Fest with Santa 9:00 AM
Holiday Fest with Santa @ Virginia College Jacksonville
Dec 3 @ 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Free community event: Attendees are invited to enjoy activities for all ages including: pictures with Santa, making holiday cards for Operation Gratitude, decorating Christmas ornaments, hot chocolate and cookie decorating.
Salvation Army Bell Ringing 10:00 AM
Salvation Army Bell Ringing @ Publix, Winn-Dixie and Wal-Mart locations
Dec 3 @ 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
You can make a big impact on the community this holiday season by volunteering to ring a bell at a Salvation Army red kettle at Publix and Winn Dixie locations across Jacksonville. Funds raised through[...]
17th Annual Mandarin Winter Celebration 11:00 AM
17th Annual Mandarin Winter Celebration @ Walter Jones Historical Park
Dec 3 @ 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Activities include hay rides, children’s games and crafts, the Maple Leaf Divers, Mandarin frogs for sale, Community Acoustic Jam (1-3 p.m.) Visit www.mandarinmuseum.net or call (904) 268-0784 for details.
Riverside Speaker Series 11:00 AM
Riverside Speaker Series @ Willowbranch Library
Dec 3 @ 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Come hear cool local people talking about their cool local projects, with refreshments provided by cool local coffee shops (and the Friends of the Willowbranch Library)!  This month we’ll hear from Nadine Terk, co-founder of[...]
Christmas in Avondale 5:00 PM
Christmas in Avondale @ The Shoppes of Avondale
Dec 3 @ 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
The annual event kicks off the holiday with fun for all ages. Live music, games, and more, the block party is sponsored by the Avondale merchants’ association.
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Salvation Army Bell Ringing 10:00 AM
Salvation Army Bell Ringing @ Publix, Winn-Dixie and Wal-Mart locations
Dec 5 @ 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
You can make a big impact on the community this holiday season by volunteering to ring a bell at a Salvation Army red kettle at Publix and Winn Dixie locations across Jacksonville. Funds raised through[...]
Toys for Tots 10:00 AM
Toys for Tots
Dec 5 @ 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Through Dec. 15 at a variety of drop-off locations, including: The Law Offices of John M. Phillips, 4230 Ortega Blvd.; Edible Arrangements, 3651 St. Johns Ave.; Duval Motor Company, 1616 Casset Ave.; Hassell Commercial Insurance,[...]
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Jacksonville Ortega Community Bible Study 9:30 AM
Jacksonville Ortega Community Bible Study @ St. Mark's Episcopal Church
Dec 6 @ 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Community Bible Study (CBS) is an interdenominational study open to all believers and seekers. Our mission is “to make disciples of the Lord Jesus Christ in our communities through caring, in-depth bible study, available to[...]
Salvation Army Bell Ringing 10:00 AM
Salvation Army Bell Ringing @ Publix, Winn-Dixie and Wal-Mart locations
Dec 6 @ 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
You can make a big impact on the community this holiday season by volunteering to ring a bell at a Salvation Army red kettle at Publix and Winn Dixie locations across Jacksonville. Funds raised through[...]
Toys for Tots 10:00 AM
Toys for Tots
Dec 6 @ 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Through Dec. 15 at a variety of drop-off locations, including: The Law Offices of John M. Phillips, 4230 Ortega Blvd.; Edible Arrangements, 3651 St. Johns Ave.; Duval Motor Company, 1616 Casset Ave.; Hassell Commercial Insurance,[...]
1-on-1 Tech Tutoring 10:30 AM
1-on-1 Tech Tutoring @ Willowbranch Library
Dec 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[...]
Music & Movement Session 1 10:30 AM
Music & Movement Session 1 @ Willowbranch Library
Dec 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.
Music & Movement Session 2 10:30 AM
Music & Movement Session 2 @ Willowbranch Library
Dec 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.
Adobe Photoshop 2 2:00 PM
Adobe Photoshop 2 @ Willowbranch Library
Dec 6 @ 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
In this class, we will dig deeper into using Photoshop, as we learn about layers, masking, and selection tools. Students for this course should have taken Photoshop 1 or have a basic understanding of Photoshop.[...]
FREE Tools to Quit Smoking Class 2:30 PM
FREE Tools to Quit Smoking Class @ Northeast Florida AHEC
Dec 6 @ 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Ready for a change and a new you? FREE Tools to Quit Smoking class at Northeast Florida AHEC on Tuesday, December 6, 2016 from 2:30 pm – 4:30 pm. Free patches, lozenges, and gum! FREE[...]
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Salvation Army Bell Ringing 10:00 AM
Salvation Army Bell Ringing @ Publix, Winn-Dixie and Wal-Mart locations
Dec 7 @ 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
You can make a big impact on the community this holiday season by volunteering to ring a bell at a Salvation Army red kettle at Publix and Winn Dixie locations across Jacksonville. Funds raised through[...]
Toys for Tots 10:00 AM
Toys for Tots
Dec 7 @ 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Through Dec. 15 at a variety of drop-off locations, including: The Law Offices of John M. Phillips, 4230 Ortega Blvd.; Edible Arrangements, 3651 St. Johns Ave.; Duval Motor Company, 1616 Casset Ave.; Hassell Commercial Insurance,[...]
Holiday Open House: Angels for Allison 3:00 PM
Holiday Open House: Angels for Allison @ Angels for Allison
Dec 7 @ 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Come Christmas shop angel-style! Visit Angels for Allison to purchase a Christmas Angel, an original Angels for Allison Lily Pulitzer scarf or one of our many other angel products. Snack and drinks provided. Make a[...]
Books for the Bold 7:00 PM
Books for the Bold @ Bold Bean Coffee
Dec 7 @ 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Books for the Bold is a monthly read-your-own-books discussion group hosted by staff from the Willowbranch Library. Read a book that fits the monthly theme and then come talk about it over coffee at Bold[...]
Parents and Paws 7:00 PM
Parents and Paws
Dec 7 @ 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
The Happy Hound Dog Resorts Social Hour — Every Wednesday, 7-9pm, no charge, only need to provide vaccination records, otherwise free to use and socialize your dog(s). 4603 Shirley Avenue, (904) 800-8800
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Coffee and Code 7:30 AM
Coffee and Code @ Bold Bean Coffee
Dec 8 @ 7:30 AM
Hashrocket software developers host Coffee and Code in Riverside at 7:30 a.m. each Thursday at Bold Bean Coffee Roasters, 869 Stockton St. Suite 1-2 in Riverside.  Free to attend. For information, call Shaun Hubbard at[...]
Champagne & Shopping at The Cummer Museum 10:00 AM
Champagne & Shopping at The Cummer Museum @ The Cummer Museum
Dec 8 @ 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens invites guests to enjoy its annual Champagne & Shopping event from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Thursday and Friday, December 8 and 9, at the Cummer Shop.[...]
Salvation Army Bell Ringing 10:00 AM
Salvation Army Bell Ringing @ Publix, Winn-Dixie and Wal-Mart locations
Dec 8 @ 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
You can make a big impact on the community this holiday season by volunteering to ring a bell at a Salvation Army red kettle at Publix and Winn Dixie locations across Jacksonville. Funds raised through[...]
Toys for Tots 10:00 AM
Toys for Tots
Dec 8 @ 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Through Dec. 15 at a variety of drop-off locations, including: The Law Offices of John M. Phillips, 4230 Ortega Blvd.; Edible Arrangements, 3651 St. Johns Ave.; Duval Motor Company, 1616 Casset Ave.; Hassell Commercial Insurance,[...]
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Champagne & Shopping at The Cummer Museum 10:00 AM
Champagne & Shopping at The Cummer Museum @ The Cummer Museum
Dec 9 @ 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens invites guests to enjoy its annual Champagne & Shopping event from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Thursday and Friday, December 8 and 9, at the Cummer Shop.[...]
Salvation Army Bell Ringing 10:00 AM
Salvation Army Bell Ringing @ Publix, Winn-Dixie and Wal-Mart locations
Dec 9 @ 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
You can make a big impact on the community this holiday season by volunteering to ring a bell at a Salvation Army red kettle at Publix and Winn Dixie locations across Jacksonville. Funds raised through[...]
Toys for Tots 10:00 AM
Toys for Tots
Dec 9 @ 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Through Dec. 15 at a variety of drop-off locations, including: The Law Offices of John M. Phillips, 4230 Ortega Blvd.; Edible Arrangements, 3651 St. Johns Ave.; Duval Motor Company, 1616 Casset Ave.; Hassell Commercial Insurance,[...]
Stories for Young Children 10:30 AM
Stories for Young Children @ Willowbranch Library
Dec 9 @ 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.
Pastel Drawing Class 3:30 PM
Pastel Drawing Class @ Murray Hill Art Class
Dec 9 @ 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[...]
Community Nutcracker 8:00 PM
Community Nutcracker @ Florida Theatre
Dec 9 @ 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM
The annual Community Nutcracker celebrates 25 years enchanting audiences of all ages. Patron Party and 25th Anniversary Gala, Dec. 10, 9:30 p.m. at Jessie Ball duPont Center. Visit jaxnutcracker.org for tickets and more information.
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Salvation Army Bell Ringing 10:00 AM
Salvation Army Bell Ringing @ Publix, Winn-Dixie and Wal-Mart locations
Dec 10 @ 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
You can make a big impact on the community this holiday season by volunteering to ring a bell at a Salvation Army red kettle at Publix and Winn Dixie locations across Jacksonville. Funds raised through[...]
Community Nutcracker 1:00 PM
Community Nutcracker @ Florida Theatre
Dec 10 @ 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
The annual Community Nutcracker celebrates 25 years enchanting audiences of all ages. Patron Party and 25th Anniversary Gala, Dec. 10, 9:30 p.m. at Jessie Ball duPont Center. Visit jaxnutcracker.org for tickets and more information.
Smart Cookies: Gingerbread Stories and More 3:00 PM
Smart Cookies: Gingerbread Stories and More @ Willowbranch Library
Dec 10 @ 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Are you a smart cookie? Test out your gingerbread man knowledge and bring the traditional story to life through readers’ theater, food crafting and more!
Festival of Lights 5K & Family Fun Run 5:30 PM
Festival of Lights 5K & Family Fun Run @ San Marco Square
Dec 10 @ 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Luminaries light the way for runners and walkers in the holiday fundraiser for Children’s Miracle Network. Horse-drawn sleigh rides, petting zoo, bounce houses and a visit from Santa. Register at 1stplacesports.com
Community Nutcracker 7:30 PM
Community Nutcracker @ Florida Theatre
Dec 10 @ 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM
The annual Community Nutcracker celebrates 25 years enchanting audiences of all ages. Patron Party and 25th Anniversary Gala, Dec. 10, 9:30 p.m. at Jessie Ball duPont Center. Visit jaxnutcracker.org for tickets and more information.
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5th Annual A Very Murray Christmas 5:00 PM
5th Annual A Very Murray Christmas @ Four Corners Park
Dec 11 @ 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Sponsored by the Murray Hill Preservation Association, the event will include a chili cook-off and a family-friendly holiday movie. Free and open to the public.
Cultural Snapshots Winter Concert 5:00 PM
Cultural Snapshots Winter Concert @ Jacksonville Jewish Center
Dec 11 @ 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
The Civic Orchestra of Jacksonville will perform a free concert with music from Fiddler on the Roof, Nutcracker, Sibelius’ Karelia Suite, Chabrier’s España and Walton’s Crown Imperial. Meet and mingle with the musicians at a[...]
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Salvation Army Bell Ringing 10:00 AM
Salvation Army Bell Ringing @ Publix, Winn-Dixie and Wal-Mart locations
Dec 12 @ 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
You can make a big impact on the community this holiday season by volunteering to ring a bell at a Salvation Army red kettle at Publix and Winn Dixie locations across Jacksonville. Funds raised through[...]
Toys for Tots 10:00 AM
Toys for Tots
Dec 12 @ 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Through Dec. 15 at a variety of drop-off locations, including: The Law Offices of John M. Phillips, 4230 Ortega Blvd.; Edible Arrangements, 3651 St. Johns Ave.; Duval Motor Company, 1616 Casset Ave.; Hassell Commercial Insurance,[...]
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Jacksonville Ortega Community Bible Study 9:30 AM
Jacksonville Ortega Community Bible Study @ St. Mark's Episcopal Church
Dec 13 @ 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Community Bible Study (CBS) is an interdenominational study open to all believers and seekers. Our mission is “to make disciples of the Lord Jesus Christ in our communities through caring, in-depth bible study, available to[...]
Salvation Army Bell Ringing 10:00 AM
Salvation Army Bell Ringing @ Publix, Winn-Dixie and Wal-Mart locations
Dec 13 @ 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
You can make a big impact on the community this holiday season by volunteering to ring a bell at a Salvation Army red kettle at Publix and Winn Dixie locations across Jacksonville. Funds raised through[...]
Toys for Tots 10:00 AM
Toys for Tots
Dec 13 @ 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Through Dec. 15 at a variety of drop-off locations, including: The Law Offices of John M. Phillips, 4230 Ortega Blvd.; Edible Arrangements, 3651 St. Johns Ave.; Duval Motor Company, 1616 Casset Ave.; Hassell Commercial Insurance,[...]
1-on-1 Tech Tutoring 10:30 AM
1-on-1 Tech Tutoring @ Willowbranch Library
Dec 13 @ 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[...]
Music & Movement Session 1 10:30 AM
Music & Movement Session 1 @ Willowbranch Library
Dec 13 @ 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.
Music & Movement Session 2 10:30 AM
Music & Movement Session 2 @ Willowbranch Library
Dec 13 @ 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.
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Salvation Army Bell Ringing 10:00 AM
Salvation Army Bell Ringing @ Publix, Winn-Dixie and Wal-Mart locations
Dec 14 @ 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
You can make a big impact on the community this holiday season by volunteering to ring a bell at a Salvation Army red kettle at Publix and Winn Dixie locations across Jacksonville. Funds raised through[...]
Toys for Tots 10:00 AM
Toys for Tots
Dec 14 @ 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Through Dec. 15 at a variety of drop-off locations, including: The Law Offices of John M. Phillips, 4230 Ortega Blvd.; Edible Arrangements, 3651 St. Johns Ave.; Duval Motor Company, 1616 Casset Ave.; Hassell Commercial Insurance,[...]
Children’s Musical Dinner Theatre 5:45 PM
Children’s Musical Dinner Theatre @ Ortega United Methodist Church
Dec 14 @ 5:45 PM – 7:00 PM
“Christmas in Jesus” will be presented by the Children’s Choir in the Fellowship Hall. Free and open to the public.
Parents and Paws 7:00 PM
Parents and Paws
Dec 14 @ 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
The Happy Hound Dog Resorts Social Hour — Every Wednesday, 7-9pm, no charge, only need to provide vaccination records, otherwise free to use and socialize your dog(s). 4603 Shirley Avenue, (904) 800-8800
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Coffee and Code 7:30 AM
Coffee and Code @ Bold Bean Coffee
Dec 15 @ 7:30 AM
Hashrocket software developers host Coffee and Code in Riverside at 7:30 a.m. each Thursday at Bold Bean Coffee Roasters, 869 Stockton St. Suite 1-2 in Riverside.  Free to attend. For information, call Shaun Hubbard at[...]
Salvation Army Bell Ringing 10:00 AM
Salvation Army Bell Ringing @ Publix, Winn-Dixie and Wal-Mart locations
Dec 15 @ 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
You can make a big impact on the community this holiday season by volunteering to ring a bell at a Salvation Army red kettle at Publix and Winn Dixie locations across Jacksonville. Funds raised through[...]
Toys for Tots 10:00 AM
Toys for Tots
Dec 15 @ 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Through Dec. 15 at a variety of drop-off locations, including: The Law Offices of John M. Phillips, 4230 Ortega Blvd.; Edible Arrangements, 3651 St. Johns Ave.; Duval Motor Company, 1616 Casset Ave.; Hassell Commercial Insurance,[...]
Holiday Happy Hour & Regions Bank Building Centennial 5:30 PM
Holiday Happy Hour & Regions Bank Building Centennial @ Regions Bank
Dec 15 @ 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Local historian Wayne Wood will talk about the architecture of the 100-year-old building and its Craftsman interior.
Jaxson’s Night Market 5:30 PM
Jaxson’s Night Market
Dec 15 @ 5:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Jaxsons Night Market is a local, downtown market held every third Thursday of the month in Hemming Park from 5:30 – 9 p.m. This free event for Jaxsons by Jaxsons, showcases what makes our community unique including[...]
Overdue Book Club 7:00 PM
Overdue Book Club @ Willowbranch Library
Dec 15 @ 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Join other local readers on the third Thursday of the month as we discuss interesting books for everyone to enjoy. May reading selection: The Wangs vs. the World, by Jade Chang Stop in at the Willowbranch[...]
A Christmas Carol 7:30 PM
A Christmas Carol @ DuBow Theatre, Douglas Anderson School of the Arts
Dec 15 @ 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Enjoy a heartwarming adaptation of the classic Charles Dickens story about Ebenezer Scrooge’s transformation. Three evening performances, plus matinee Sunday, Dec. 18, 2 p.m. Purchase tickets at datheatreboosters.org.
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Salvation Army Bell Ringing 10:00 AM
Salvation Army Bell Ringing @ Publix, Winn-Dixie and Wal-Mart locations
Dec 16 @ 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
You can make a big impact on the community this holiday season by volunteering to ring a bell at a Salvation Army red kettle at Publix and Winn Dixie locations across Jacksonville. Funds raised through[...]
Santa Stops and Photo Ops 10:30 AM
Santa Stops and Photo Ops @ Willowbranch Library
Dec 16 @ 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Santa Claus is coming to the library! You’re invited to join the fun as we share St. Nick stories and songs, followed by a visit from Santa Claus himself! Parents, remember to bring your cameras.[...]
Stories for Young Children 10:30 AM
Stories for Young Children @ Willowbranch Library
Dec 16 @ 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.
Pastel Drawing Class 3:30 PM
Pastel Drawing Class @ Murray Hill Art Class
Dec 16 @ 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[...]
A Christmas Carol 7:30 PM
A Christmas Carol @ DuBow Theatre, Douglas Anderson School of the Arts
Dec 16 @ 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Enjoy a heartwarming adaptation of the classic Charles Dickens story about Ebenezer Scrooge’s transformation. Three evening performances, plus matinee Sunday, Dec. 18, 2 p.m. Purchase tickets at datheatreboosters.org.
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Salvation Army Bell Ringing 10:00 AM
Salvation Army Bell Ringing @ Publix, Winn-Dixie and Wal-Mart locations
Dec 17 @ 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
You can make a big impact on the community this holiday season by volunteering to ring a bell at a Salvation Army red kettle at Publix and Winn Dixie locations across Jacksonville. Funds raised through[...]
Digital Photography 2: In the Field 3:00 PM
Digital Photography 2: In the Field @ Willowbranch Library
Dec 17 @ 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM
In this second Digital Photography class, we will get out of the classroom and take pictures in and around the library. We will explore different techniques and work on developing our eye as photographers. This[...]
A Christmas Carol 7:30 PM
A Christmas Carol @ DuBow Theatre, Douglas Anderson School of the Arts
Dec 17 @ 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Enjoy a heartwarming adaptation of the classic Charles Dickens story about Ebenezer Scrooge’s transformation. Three evening performances, plus matinee Sunday, Dec. 18, 2 p.m. Purchase tickets at datheatreboosters.org.
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Ameris Bank Jacksonville Marathon 7:00 AM
Ameris Bank Jacksonville Marathon @ The Bolles School
Dec 18 @ 7:00 AM – 10:00 AM
The 34th Ameris Bank Jacksonville Marathon course is USA Track and Field certified and is a Boston Marathon Qualifier. More information and registration can be found at amerisbank.com/jacksonville-marathon/
Ameris Bank Marathon 7:00 AM
Ameris Bank Marathon @ The Bolles School
Dec 18 @ 7:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Ameris Bank, the largest community bank by deposit market share in Jacksonville, is proud to carry on the tradition of the Jacksonville Marathon, the oldest marathon in the city. This year celebrates the 34th year[...]
Christmas Cantata 10:30 AM
Christmas Cantata @ Ortega United Methodist Church
Dec 18 @ 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
“Go Tell It” will be presented by the Chancel Choir and members of the Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra in the sanctuary. Free and open to the public.
Riverside Avondale Luminaria 6:00 PM
Riverside Avondale Luminaria
Dec 18 @ 6:00 PM
Annual lighting of luminaria throughout the neighborhood. An unsponsored parade of bicycles and vehicles also occurs throughout the historic district. Be safe, watch for pedestrians!
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Salvation Army Bell Ringing 10:00 AM
Salvation Army Bell Ringing @ Publix, Winn-Dixie and Wal-Mart locations
Dec 19 @ 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
You can make a big impact on the community this holiday season by volunteering to ring a bell at a Salvation Army red kettle at Publix and Winn Dixie locations across Jacksonville. Funds raised through[...]
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Salvation Army Bell Ringing 10:00 AM
Salvation Army Bell Ringing @ Publix, Winn-Dixie and Wal-Mart locations
Dec 20 @ 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
You can make a big impact on the community this holiday season by volunteering to ring a bell at a Salvation Army red kettle at Publix and Winn Dixie locations across Jacksonville. Funds raised through[...]
1-on-1 Tech Tutoring 10:30 AM
1-on-1 Tech Tutoring @ Willowbranch Library
Dec 20 @ 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[...]
Music & Movement Session 1 10:30 AM
Music & Movement Session 1 @ Willowbranch Library
Dec 20 @ 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.
Music & Movement Session 2 10:30 AM
Music & Movement Session 2 @ Willowbranch Library
Dec 20 @ 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.
Understanding the Hard Drive 2:00 PM
Understanding the Hard Drive @ Willowbranch Library
Dec 20 @ 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Would you like to know more about your hard drive and how it might be affecting the performance of your computer? In this class we will cover all types of ways to store files, internally[...]
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Salvation Army Bell Ringing 10:00 AM
Salvation Army Bell Ringing @ Publix, Winn-Dixie and Wal-Mart locations
Dec 21 @ 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
You can make a big impact on the community this holiday season by volunteering to ring a bell at a Salvation Army red kettle at Publix and Winn Dixie locations across Jacksonville. Funds raised through[...]
Parents and Paws 7:00 PM
Parents and Paws
Dec 21 @ 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
The Happy Hound Dog Resorts Social Hour — Every Wednesday, 7-9pm, no charge, only need to provide vaccination records, otherwise free to use and socialize your dog(s). 4603 Shirley Avenue, (904) 800-8800
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Coffee and Code 7:30 AM
Coffee and Code @ Bold Bean Coffee
Dec 22 @ 7:30 AM
Hashrocket software developers host Coffee and Code in Riverside at 7:30 a.m. each Thursday at Bold Bean Coffee Roasters, 869 Stockton St. Suite 1-2 in Riverside.  Free to attend. For information, call Shaun Hubbard at[...]
Salvation Army Bell Ringing 10:00 AM
Salvation Army Bell Ringing @ Publix, Winn-Dixie and Wal-Mart locations
Dec 22 @ 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
You can make a big impact on the community this holiday season by volunteering to ring a bell at a Salvation Army red kettle at Publix and Winn Dixie locations across Jacksonville. Funds raised through[...]
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Salvation Army Bell Ringing 10:00 AM
Salvation Army Bell Ringing @ Publix, Winn-Dixie and Wal-Mart locations
Dec 23 @ 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
You can make a big impact on the community this holiday season by volunteering to ring a bell at a Salvation Army red kettle at Publix and Winn Dixie locations across Jacksonville. Funds raised through[...]
Stories for Young Children 10:30 AM
Stories for Young Children @ Willowbranch Library
Dec 23 @ 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.
Pastel Drawing Class 3:30 PM
Pastel Drawing Class @ Murray Hill Art Class
Dec 23 @ 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[...]
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Salvation Army Bell Ringing 10:00 AM
Salvation Army Bell Ringing @ Publix, Winn-Dixie and Wal-Mart locations
Dec 24 @ 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
You can make a big impact on the community this holiday season by volunteering to ring a bell at a Salvation Army red kettle at Publix and Winn Dixie locations across Jacksonville. Funds raised through[...]
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Operation Kidsafe Safety Event 8:00 AM
Operation Kidsafe Safety Event @ O'Steen Volkswagen
Dec 26 @ 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Operation Kidsafe is free and private for families. Parents take home the only record of the visit….(a Bio Document) that is ready to hand to law enforcement in an emergency.  Safety tips to start a[...]
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Operation Kidsafe Safety Event 8:00 AM
Operation Kidsafe Safety Event @ O'Steen Volkswagen
Dec 27 @ 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Operation Kidsafe is free and private for families. Parents take home the only record of the visit….(a Bio Document) that is ready to hand to law enforcement in an emergency.  Safety tips to start a[...]
1-on-1 Tech Tutoring 10:30 AM
1-on-1 Tech Tutoring @ Willowbranch Library
Dec 27 @ 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[...]
Music & Movement Session 1 10:30 AM
Music & Movement Session 1 @ Willowbranch Library
Dec 27 @ 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.
Music & Movement Session 2 10:30 AM
Music & Movement Session 2 @ Willowbranch Library
Dec 27 @ 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.
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Operation Kidsafe Safety Event 8:00 AM
Operation Kidsafe Safety Event @ O'Steen Volkswagen
Dec 28 @ 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Operation Kidsafe is free and private for families. Parents take home the only record of the visit….(a Bio Document) that is ready to hand to law enforcement in an emergency.  Safety tips to start a[...]
Parents and Paws 7:00 PM
Parents and Paws
Dec 28 @ 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
The Happy Hound Dog Resorts Social Hour — Every Wednesday, 7-9pm, no charge, only need to provide vaccination records, otherwise free to use and socialize your dog(s). 4603 Shirley Avenue, (904) 800-8800
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Coffee and Code 7:30 AM
Coffee and Code @ Bold Bean Coffee
Dec 29 @ 7:30 AM
Hashrocket software developers host Coffee and Code in Riverside at 7:30 a.m. each Thursday at Bold Bean Coffee Roasters, 869 Stockton St. Suite 1-2 in Riverside.  Free to attend. For information, call Shaun Hubbard at[...]
Operation Kidsafe Safety Event 8:00 AM
Operation Kidsafe Safety Event @ O'Steen Volkswagen
Dec 29 @ 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Operation Kidsafe is free and private for families. Parents take home the only record of the visit….(a Bio Document) that is ready to hand to law enforcement in an emergency.  Safety tips to start a[...]
Board Game Night 6:00 PM
Board Game Night @ Willowbranch Library
Dec 29 @ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Come out and play board games at the library! Bring your own games or play games provided by the library. Bring your own friends or make new ones today!
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Operation Kidsafe Safety Event 8:00 AM
Operation Kidsafe Safety Event @ O'Steen Volkswagen
Dec 30 @ 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Operation Kidsafe is free and private for families. Parents take home the only record of the visit….(a Bio Document) that is ready to hand to law enforcement in an emergency.  Safety tips to start a[...]
Stories for Young Children 10:30 AM
Stories for Young Children @ Willowbranch Library
Dec 30 @ 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.
Pastel Drawing Class 3:30 PM
Pastel Drawing Class @ Murray Hill Art Class
Dec 30 @ 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[...]
32nd Annual Light Boat Parade 7:00 PM
32nd Annual Light Boat Parade @ The Jacksonville Landing
Dec 30 @ 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Sponsored by Community First, the Jacksonville Light Boat Parade and fireworks show is a longstanding tradition, which began as a celebration of the Gator Bowl. This year the event kicks off the 72nd annual Taxslayer[...]
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Operation Kidsafe Safety Event 8:00 AM
Operation Kidsafe Safety Event @ O'Steen Volkswagen
Dec 31 @ 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Operation Kidsafe is free and private for families. Parents take home the only record of the visit….(a Bio Document) that is ready to hand to law enforcement in an emergency.  Safety tips to start a[...]