Your ultimate guide to the coast
Learn about canoeing safety and the parts of the boat and paddle. Kids 15 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Belle Delphine erome Each session is limited to 15 people (3 people per boat). Saturday, May 10, 10am-11:30am or 12pm-1:30pm. $2/participant, All Ages
RSVP Required
Call 965-4002 for more information or RSVP.
Ages: 7 – 14 $30 entry fee includes race shirt. Participants will have the opportunity to compete against other children in a kid specific sprint triathlon with distances tailored to different age’s groups. Please call 216-6366 for more information. Saturday, June 21, 2008
Just in time for summer, the kids will be anxious to explore Giant Insects opening May 23 at the Museum of Science & History (MOSH). Robotic super insects, larger than life, will be on display for kids to explore their habitat and activities. The exhibit is included with general admission. Call (904) 396-MOSH or visit www.themosh.org.
The eclectic sounds of jazz roll off the St. Johns River each spring in Downtown Jacksonville, where the jazz is hot and the river breeze is cool at the annual Jacksonville Jazz Festival, Apr. 11-13. This year’s exciting line-up includes, Terence Blanchard, Najee, Dave Koz and others. A great mix of jazz performers will take the stage at Metropolitan Park, a unique setting along the riverfront, on Saturday, April 12 and Sunday, April 13. The Great American Jazz Piano Competition will take place on Friday, April 11 at the historic Florida Theatre.
Art at the Met, an art show and sale featuring many of the Southeast’s finest artists. Other events include Latitude: A Wine Tasting Experience and a Jazz Brunch on Sunday. Log on to www.jaxjazzfest.com or call (904) 630-3690 for more information.
7th Annual “It’s In The Bag” Purse Silent Auction & Reception
A wide variety of artists and other talented women (and men) create unique purse designs that are the focus of this popular fundraising and networking event at the City Gallery at Waterfront Park, 34 Prioleau Street. More than $40,000 was raised to support Center for Women programs and services last year!
Sponsor opportunities available! Tickets are $25 at the door.
6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.