The Crown of King Street
Riverside WineFest shines in support of RAP The Annual Riverside WineFest, hosted by Riverside Liquors and benefiting Riverside-Avondale Preservation, was held Nov. 18 from 6-9 p.m., amid food trucks and live entertainment. The free, public street festival filled King Street with vendor tents of more than 250 wine selections. Hundreds of guests attended and took […]
Greenspace Guardians: How Stewards are Helping Preserve Local Parks
Riverside and Avondale are known for their beautiful parks and green spaces. But did you know that there is a small crew of volunteers who take time from their schedules to help maintain these little gems? In 2019, the Parks Committee of Riverside Avondale Preservation (RAP) created a stewardship program that would elevate park preservation […]
Peace Park Labyrinth Project on Track for 2024 Installation
A project to build an 11-circuit stone labyrinth in Riverside’s Peace Memorial Rose Garden Park is on track for construction to begin in 2024. Friends of the Labyrinth committee members say they are halfway to reaching their goal thanks to support from several sustaining sponsors and three successful fundraising events this fall. Riverside residents Hazel […]
Our Crowning Jewel: The Riverside-Avondale tree canopy provides more than shade
In addition to our beautiful homes, merchant districts, walkability, park spaces and historic architecture, the tree canopy of Riverside-Avondale has great appeal. It is a crown jewel that contributes to our community’s aesthetic appeal, resiliency, storm water uptake, heat mitigation and real estate value. Residents and visitors alike are immediately attracted to this neighborhood simply […]
Defunct Five Points Merchants Association rekindled with fresh eyes
Jacksonville’s Five Points District resides within the historic Riverside neighborhood and is known for its eclectic collection of restaurants, bars and boutiques and its unique, bohemian vibe. Many small business owners call it home. Some have called it home for several decades; others are new to the neighborhood. Regardless of how long their business has […]