Safe Kids Water Safety Day
Thursday, May 10th, 2012
Have children? Now is the time to teach them the importance of water safety if you haven’t already. Let Jacksonville Zoo and Garden’s help you out!
Join others at Play Park to raise awareness of water safety. This water safety day event will include:
- Activities
- Prizes
- Safety Tips
- Entertainment
- A special visit from Jazoo (Zoo Mascot)
Children and families will also have an opportunity to splash and play around in the splash ground at Play Park.
Where? Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens
When? Saturday, May 12th
What Time? 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Don’t miss this fun yet very informative event!
Source: Jacksonville Events
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River City Challenge
Friday, May 4th, 2012
Don’t miss Jacksonville’s first ever paddle boat race this Saturday. Sounds exciting doesn’t it? Definitely a unique family-friendly event you definitely don’t want to miss.
Not only will you enjoy the paddle competition but great food festivities and music. This race will be broken up into two open race courses. Local businesses will be present selling their products and equipment.
When? Saturday May 5th
What time? 9:00 a.m. (Race will start promptly at 10:00 a.m.)
Where? St. John’s Marina
For detailed I formation on the race go to Jacksonville events.
Source: Jacksonville Events
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Jacksonville First Coast March for Babies
Monday, April 30th, 2012
The March of Dimes is a very worthy and reputable cause helping to improve the health of mothers and babies. Jacksonville, will be hosting a “First Coast March for Babies.
For those who are willing to participate, there will be food and entertainment. Children are also welcome to this event as it is very family-friendly. Here are some additional details for the First Coast March for Babies:
- Registration begins at 8:00 a.m.
- Walk begins at 9:00 a.m.
- To register, go to www.marchforbabies.org
- Choose to join a team, create a team, or register as an individual.
- If you would like to speak to someone directly about this event you can contact Stephanie Lippincott (904) 239-5820.
Where? Downtown Riverwalk, Jacksonville, FL
When? Saturday, May 5th
What Time? 8:00 a.m.
Source: Jacksonville Events
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Kids Carnival Hosted by Verizon Wireless
Saturday, April 21st, 2012
The MaliVai Washington Kids Foundation will be hosting the Verizon Wireless Kids 4 Kids Carnival in Jacksonville. The MaliVai Washington Kids Foundation “promotes academic achievement and positive life skills in Jacksonville youth through the game of tennis.” ~MaliVai Washington Kids.
This upcoming family event is free to the public with engaging activities for everyone in attendance. Here are just a few of the many fun outdoor events and activities that will be present at this worthy foundation:
- Games
- Bounce Houses and Inflatables
- Contests
- Live DJ
- Mascots
- Arts and Crafts
- Tennis Clinics
- Prizes
- Special Guest Appearances
- Giveaways
and much more.
Here are some more details for the Verizon Wireless Kids 4 Kids Carnival:
When? Saturday, May 19. 2012
Where? MaliVai Washington Youth Center
What Time? 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Source: Jacksonville Events
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8th Annual Team Hope Walk
Friday, April 13th, 2012
The Huntington’s Disease Society of America would like your participation in the upcoming event: 8th Annual Team Hope Walk. If you would be interested in supporting this worth cause here are upcoming details:
The 8th Annual Team Hope Walk will take place at Jacksonville Landing, Jacksonville, FL. Registration begins at 1:00 p.m on Saturday, April 14th. The walk will promptly begin at 2:00 p.m.
Registration for this event is free but donations will be welcomed. Here are just a few of the many activities that will be present:
- Raffle
- Kid Zone
- Live Entertainment
The 8th Annual Team Hope Walk will be hosted by Mike and Tera Bars from Action News Jacksonville.
Source: Jacksonville Events
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11th Annual Tree Hill Nature Center Butterfly Festival
Thursday, April 5th, 2012
Are you a lover of butterflies and the beauty they bring? You and your family may enjoy the 11th Annual Tree Hill Nature Center Butterfly Festival. It’s a great educational experience for the kids.
Here are just a few of the many activities and events you can expect to see at the butterfly festival:
- Butterfly Exhibit
- Live Butterfly Release
- Vendors
- Informational Booths
- Food and Drinks
- Live Entertainment
- Face Painting
- Animal Encounters
and much more!
The butterfly release will be “weather permitting.”
Here is additional info as see on the event website:
What? 11th Annual Tree Hill Nature Center Butterfly Festival
Where? Tree Hill Nature Center, Jacksonville, FL
What Time? Saturday, April 28th, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Ticket Prices: $5 adults, $4 seniors/military/students, $3 kids
For more details and a printable coupon for kids go to www.treehill.org
Source: Tree Hill and Jacksonville Events
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Rabbit Romp Egg Hunt at the Jacksonville Zoo
Thursday, March 29th, 2012
Looking for a fun Easter event to do with your family? How about an Easter egg hunt at Jacksonville’s very own zoo and gardens. To make the event fair and manageable, the egg hunt will be divided into age groups. All you have to provide is an Easter basket per child for gathering the eggs.
This Jacksonville family event is FREE! That’s right free, definitely can’t beat that especially when it comes to family fun. Here is additional info you need to know to bring your family to this rabbit romp egg hunt:
When? Saturday, April 7th
What Time? 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Where? Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens
Egg hunt times by age groups:
10:00 a.m. 0-3 year olds
11:00 a.m. 4-6 year olds
12:00 p.m. 7-10 year olds
Don’t miss this egg hunt! It’s going to be EGG-cellent!
Source: Jacksonville events
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Tim Tebow Foundation Celebrity Golf Classic
Friday, March 23rd, 2012
The Tim Tebow Foundation is an amazing organization specifically designed to help those in need. Celebrities slated to appear at this celebrity golf classic are as follows:
- Fred Durst
- Rascal Flatts
- Emmitt Smith
- Jordin Sparks
- Fred Taylor
- Scott Van Pelt
- Lindsey Vonn
- Bubba Watson
If you are interested in attending this event here are the details:
Price: $25-adults and $15-18+ under (This event is family friendly and suitable for all ages.)
When? Saturday, April 14, 2012
What Time? 9:00 a.m.
Where? Tpc Sawgrass Stadium Course, Ponte Pedra Beach, FL
Source: Jacksonville Events
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Gather your kids, the Fresh Beat Band is coming to Jacksonville!
Friday, March 16th, 2012
If your kids are big fans of the Fresh Beat Band (okay, parents you know you might just be one too), hold your hats! The Fresh Beat Band is coming to town, yes to Jacksonville!
The Fresh Beat band is currently the hottest and most popular kids show on television right now. It’s supposedly geared specifically towards preschool aged children but the older ones, even adults are singing and dancing to their upbeat yet modern tunes.
The Fresh Beat Band just recently went on tour and their tickets have been selling like hotcakes. One parent stated that “it was like standing in line for tickets to a rock concert like Bon Jovi, etc, very hard to get” Wow, The Fresh Beat Band has most certainly made their mark attracting all ages. It seems as ever since they replaced the original “Marina” (drum playing red head), the band just soared. Does this have anything to do with the replacement? It is uncertain at this time.
Here are the offical details:
The Fresh Beat Band
Wednesday, April 18, @4:00 p.m.
At Florida Theatre Performing Arts Center, Jacksonville, FL
Source: Jacksonville Events
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Bill Cosby is coming to Jacksonville
Saturday, March 10th, 2012
If you are a fan of comedic legend Bill Crosby, you may be interested to know that he will be making a stop here in Jacksonville.
Bill Cosby not only known for his hit shows: Fat Albert and The Cosby Show he is also known for his stand up comedy routines which uniquely revolve around: “Human condition, family relationships, and the evolving roles of men and women.”
Here are some details about this event you most definitely don’t want to miss:
Bill Cosby
Sunday, April 29th @ 2:00 p.m.
At Times-Union Center of the Performing Arts
Jacksonville, Florida
Source: Jacksonville Events
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