The photographer will give a brief talk about his decision to give up color photography to do black and white photographs of the Florida swamp, and his faith that his images can help people understand the environment in which they live. He will also discuss many of his current projects and his involvement in Florida environmental issues. The title of the presentation is “Reflections on the Life of a Photographic Artist.†Following this, a trolley will take guests to a reception at Amelia Island Museum of History, during which the museum and his exhibit will be open to guests. Members enter free with their membership card. For nonmembers, tickets can be purchased at the museum for $15 until August 13. Call 262-7378, x101, for reservations.
Nature Hike at Fort George Island, Florida
Florida’s natural enviroments accommodate a wide assortment of plants and animals and Fort George Island certanily has its share to explore. Join Park Ranger Terrance at the Ribault Club on historic Fort George Island as he leads a leisurely paced, hour long, hike to discover the islands natural communities. It’s FREE! Do yourself a favor and allow some extra time to visit the interpretive displays inside the Ribault Club as well. Don’t forget your bug spray and water bottle!
Jul 28, 2007
11:00 am
(904)251-2320
Family Day at Cummer – Jacksonville, Florida
Bring the entire family to enjoy a day at the museum filled with art, gardens, education and fun. The activities will be inspired by Tradition in Transition: Russian Icons in the Age of the Romanovs. Enjoy a Russian themed day with music, art making activities, and interactive entertainment – Russian style throughout the galleries and Cummer gardens.
Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens, 829 Riverside Avenue, Jacksonville.
Phone: (904) 355-0630
www.cummer.org
Admission: Free
Hours: Noon to 5pm
MOCA Summer Film Series “Cinema Paradiso” – Jacksonville, Florida
MOCA Summer Film Series “Cinema Paradiso”
July 25, 2007
Don’t miss the opportunity to see some of the most artful thought -provoking films of our time. A man receives news from his aging mother living in a little town that someone he once knew has passed away. A beautiful story unfolds about the man’s childhood friendship with an old man who was the projectionist at the local theater. Admission is free.
Museum of Contemporary Art, 333 North Laura Street, Jacksonville.
(904) 366-6911
www.mocajacksonville.org
Jacksonville Axemen Rugby League Home Game – Florida
Jacksonville is now home to the newest American National Rugby League Team – The Jacksonville Axemen! Catch this action packed game at Jacksonville’s University of North Florida’s Stadium on the Southside. Gates open at 5 pm!
Admission: $5
Hours: 5:45 pm
UNF Hodges Stadium, 4567 St. Johns Bluff Road S., Jacksonville.
www.jaxaxe.com