This is an annual tradition in Jacksonville for Thanksgiving Weekend and it is a great way to get into the holiday spirit. Come down to the riverfront to watch lighted boats sailing through downtown Jacksonville as they compete for great prizes! The parade is followed by spectacular fireworks shot from downtown buildings, including the signature bridge “waterfalls” shot from both sides of the Main Street Bridge and the Acosta Bridge.
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Christmas Made in the South – Jacksonville, Florida
Creativity abounds as hundreds of artists and craftsmen gather to demonstrate and sell their work. Get a head start on your gift list and enjoy the Christmas shopping experience of the season!
Fri. 9-6; Sat. 10-6; Sun. 11-5
Prime Osborn Convention Center; 1000 Water St. Jacksonville, FL 32204
Call 704-847-9480 for more information or visit Christmas Made in the South
Art and Opera – Ponte Vedra, Florida
In Stabiano: Exploring the Ancient Seaside Villas of the Roman EliteJanice Machin, University of North Florida professor, presents the amazing new exhibition at the Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens:
Machin facilitates a presentation of the ancient Seaside Villas of the Roman Elite. For the first time in the United States, this exhibition brings to light art objects and archaeological artifacts found in four ancient Roman villas of extraordinary proportions, innovative design and luxurious decoration were a center of political power wealth, culture and intrigue. This wonderful presentation will conclude with an Italian opera performance by Bella Voce Cabaret.
Free for members of The Cultural Center and the Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens.
$10 Non-members, RSVP at 280-0614 ext 204
My Essence of Beaufort – South Carolina
The 2008 Invitational is a multi-media show of work by fifteen Lowcountry artists and photographers, all presenting new work built around their own concept of the Essence of Beaufort. The scenes will be varied, the colors abundant, and the essence of
Beaufort finely distilled.
The 15 Artists: Eric Horan, Gary Geboy, Joshua Savage Gibson, Paul Keyserling, Jim Rothnie, Benton Lutz, Betsy Chaffin, Lynn Brown, Alexandra Sharma, Sharon DeAlexandris, Cabell Heyward, Rebecca Davenport, Kathy Crowther, Susan Graber, Priscilla Coleman.
Charles Street Gallery’s Annual Invitational in Beaufort SC, Nov. 30-Dec. 29th, 2007
Reception with the artists on Friday, Nov. 30th, 5:30-9:30
Calling ALL Artists in Camden County!
Do you have a special gift or ability? A talent that is your profession, your passion or hobby? Arts Camden wants you! Where does your particular aptitude lie? The Visual Arts – drawing, sculpture, painting, photography? The Decorative Arts – Wood, metal, textile, glass, ceramic? The Performing Arts – Theatre, music (instrumental and vocal), opera, dance, magic? The Language Arts – the written word? The Culinary Arts?  Arts Camden invites everyone to participate in the up-to-date compilation of an artisan guide for the county.