Coastal Companion

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The Players Downtown Experience – Jacksonville, Florida

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Downtown Jacksonville will be alive with activity surrounding THE PLAYERS Championship, as the second annual THE PLAYERS Downtown Experience, May 7-10, takes over Downtown. The program kicks off during Art Walk on Wednesday, May 7 combining art with golf throughout participating Downtown businesses. There will be a celebration of local favorite, Mark McCumber and the 20th anniversary of his tournament win during Art Walk. Golf activities and entertainment, plus live coverage of the tournament on the Jumbotron will be available at Jacksonville Landing, the city’s official “19th hole” during the week, from May 7-9. On Saturday, May 10, experience the main program consisting of live event coverage on the Jumbotron and entertainment and golf memorabilia, interactive games and autographs from professional golfers in the courtyard beginning at 4 p.m. All events are free. More information will be available at www.jaxdowntownexperience.com and www.visitjacksonville.com

Party for the Planet at the Zoo – Jacksonville, Florida

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Jacksonville Zoo & GardensYou can receive $2 off one regular child, adult or senior admission to the Zoo when you bring in an old cell phone to be recycled. So take the opportunity to help save the environment.

Celebrate Earth Day at Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens’ Party for the Planet event! Guests can learn how to take care of our earth by visiting environmental and animal conservation booths. There will also be children’s activities and live entertainment.
(904) 757-4463
April 20, 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.