ExZooberation Returns with Wonder
The Jacksonville Zoo’s premier annual fundraiser, ExZooberation, returned Saturday, April 1, from 6-10 p.m. under a tent of wonder and intrigue. The 26th celebration of ExZooberation was themed Cirque Du Zooleil, where supporters immersed themselves in a world of beauty with larger-than-life gardens, interactive Cirque-style entertainment, traditional French cuisine, and a live and silent auction. […]
Home Tour Offers Inspiration, Treasures to be Discovered in the Historic District
Riverside Avondale Preservation (RAP) hosted its 49th annual Home Tour on April 15 and 16, allowing residents and visitors to enjoy beautiful homes and other points of interest in the Riverside and Avondale communities. Ten homes, a church and a local business participated in this year’s tour. The featured home was the nearly-100-year-old mediterranean revival […]
I Spy a Symphony
The Jacksonville Symphony hosted its annual fundraiser, The Symphony Gala, on March 4. Themed “An Evening of Intrigue,” the evening featured outstanding music that highlighted the exhilarating scores of classic spy films. Guests got to enjoy a cocktail reception, dinner, live and silent auctions, special performances and a night full of festivities and dancing. Darnell […]
YMCA gathers leaders, patrons and honors difference-makers
The YMCA of Florida’s First Coast welcomed guests to the ‘The Jessie’ downtown, to rally around civic leaders at its annual Giving Tree Gala. The nonprofit, with more than 14 branch locations in North Florida, counts on its board, staff and invested partners to bring value and quality of life services for youth, families and […]
Hunting Club gathers for low-country boil, camaraderie
Since 1955, a group of gentlemen have been walking the woods, stalking and flushing their favorite birds in search of enjoyment in the great outdoors. Many founding members have passed, but the legacy lives on with each generation sharing in the traditions of hunting with their next of kin and lifelong friends. Whether it’s the […]
Charity Tastes Good for The Salvation Army
The Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary hosted its 37th Annual Celebrity Chefs Tasting Luncheon and Silent Auction on March 23 at the Prime Osborn Convention Center. Local celebrities, media personalities, government officials and business leaders dished up bites of their favorite recipes, while participants bid in an eclectic, silent auction filled with artwork, collectibles, services and […]
San Marco Beer Fest returns to the Square: Local craft brews, live music headline Spring festival
After its successful debut last year, the San Marco Beer Fest is on tap with big plans underway to celebrate year two on Saturday, April 1. Balis Park, in the heart of San Marco Square, will again play host to the family-friendly event — complete with activities and entertainment for all to enjoy — including, […]
The tunes that bind: Free concert held to support the Great Florida Riverway Reunion
Jacksonville residents kicked back on Saturday, Feb. 4 to enjoy live music at last month’s free outdoor concert at the Jacksonville University’s (JU) Riverfront Amphitheater. Hosted by St. Johns Riverkeeper and JU’s Marine Science Research Institute, the concert featured local band Snake Bloody Remedy, a “traditional country music and Old Time band.” The live tunes […]
