Why are barrier islands so important? Join one of our park rangers on Ft. George Island to find out! Topics addressed will include beach erosion, island migration, island formation, and the natural communities present on barrier islands today. So bring the whole family and learn how important barrier islands are to Florida’s ecosystem! This is a free event.
Ribault Club at Talbot Islands State Park; 12157 Heckscher Drive, Jacksonville. (904) 251-2323
Ballet Folklorico de Mexico – Jacksonville, Florida
Don’t miss Mexico City’s premiere folkloric ballet ensemble as it heats up the stage, bringing the past back to life before your eyes! Mexico’s diverse cultures inspire this celebration of rhythm and the stories surrounding the everyday people for whom dancing is a part of life!
University of North Florida Fine Arts Center, 1 UNF Drive, Jacksonville
Phone: (904) 620-2878
Admission: Tickets: $38, $34, $30; Students: $10
7:30 pm
 www.balletamalia.com
Veterans Day Parade – Jacksonville, Florida
Don’t miss this chance to celebrate America’s freedom and salute all of those who gave of themselves to secure our liberty. The theme of this year’s parade is “Honor and Remembrance” and is designed to express gratitude to our city’s heroes. Monday, November 12, 2007
Downtown Jacksonville, Northbank. The parade route begins at the Prime Osborn Convention Center, follows Water Street to Newnan Street, turns on Bay Street and ends at the Jacksonville Municipal Stadium.
Phone: (904) 630-3690
11:01am
Bonsai Basics at the Zoo – Jacksonville, Florida
Joe Stumpf, of the North Florida Bonsai Club has been creating bonsai for over 30 years, with over 90 in his personal collection. He will highlight the history, background, and different styles of bonsai as well as demonstrate the techniques for creating a bonsai. $15 for Zoo members; $20 for non-members, Reservation required on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Click here for registration form. For more information, please contact (904) 757-4463 ext. 200
Saturday, December 1, 2007 Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens’ Education Campus 
9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Breakfast With Santa at the MOSH – Jacksonville, Florida
Take a break from holiday stress to attend “Breakfast With Santa” at MOSH! There will be three continental breakfast sessions on December 1 and 8, beginning at 8:30, 9:30, and 10:30 a.m. Admission to “Breakfast With Santa,” which includes Museum admission, is $12 for adults; $10 for children 3-12; and $3 for children 2 and under. 
Reservations and pre-payment are required; space is limited. Please call 396-MOSH, ext. 230 or download the flyer and registration form for more information.