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Greater Jacksonville Kingfish Tournament

Mon, 07/19/2010 - 11:25
Date: July 19, 2010
Time: All day
Area of Town: Northside
Location: Sisters Creek Park
Cost: Ticketed
URL: kingfishtournament.com

This annual tournament is the largest one in the nation. Activities include the junior angler tournament, Liars’ Tent, boat shows, awards ceremonies and live music.

(904) 251-3011

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3rd Annual Aurora Jacksonville Black Arts Festival presents Richard and Oscar

Fri, 07/16/2010 - 12:13
Date: July 25, 2010
Time: 1:00pm
Area of Town: Northside
Location: Stage Aurora Performance Hall
Cost: Ticketed
URL: www.stageaurora.org

RICHARD AND OSCAR: FILMAKING IN BLACK AND WHITE: with Norman Studios; a powerful display of the lives of two trailblazers, Richard E. Norman (Norman Studios of Jacksonville, FL) and Oscar Micheaux, first Black film producer; their story of the making of black silent films in the early 1900’s unfolds before your eyes!

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Louis Sullivan: The Struggle for American Architecture

Wed, 07/14/2010 - 14:04
Date: July 18, 2010
Time: 7:00pm
Area of Town: Five Points
Location: 5 Points Theatre
Cost: Ticketed
URL: www.5pointstheatre.com

Sunday Only! Matinee at 2 p.m.

A film by Mark Richard Smith. Exclusive showing. Tickets in advance $15. At-the-door $18.

Jacksonville is graced with important historic buildings reflective of Louis Sullivan’s architectural genius and style. Likely, the best know is the 1912 Cohen Brother’s Department Store, today’s City Hall. Architect Henry Klutho combined the design principles of Frank Lloyd Wright and Louis Sullivan in the local masterpieced.

The Jacksonville Historical Socity is among the sponsors of this one-day-only showing of the recently released film, Louis Sullivan: The Struggle for American Architecture.

Reserve tickets online or call the Jacksonville Historical Socity, 665-0064

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Business Communication through Improvisation Workshop

Wed, 07/07/2010 - 14:15
Date: July 24, 2010
Time: 9:00am - 12:00pm
Area of Town: Orange Park
Location: The Improv Effect
Cost: Ticketed
URL: www.improveffect.com

Business Communication through Improvisation (Practice Your Skills While Having Fun!)

In our ever changing world, it is important to be able to improvise!!
This interactive workshop is about learning to communicate more effectively.

Students will practice:
Thinking on their feet
Being an active listener
Adapting body language and voice to the moment
Reading others cues and playing off of them
Gagging your inner critic
Tapping into your creativity

all in a fun and trusting environment!!

This one day workshop is something you don’t want to miss!

When: July 24th, 9am -noon
Where 1738 Kingsley Ave Orange Park, Fl

To find out more and to register contact jessie@improveffect.com

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Tonca the Turtle's Birthday Bash

Wed, 07/07/2010 - 12:38
Date: July 10, 2010
Time: 10:00am
Area of Town: San Marco
Location: MOSH
Cost: Ticketed
URL: www.themosh.org

Get ready to party – reptile style! Help MOSH throw a 44th birthday bash for its beloved alligator snapping turtle, Tonca. On Saturday, July 10, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Tonca will be honored with activities and games.

Tonca, who resides in an outdoor pond in the Hixon Native Plant Courtyard, will be removed from the pond for his annual check up and weigh in. How much will Tonca weigh this year? Take a guess for a chance to win a prize! (Hint: Last year he tipped the scales at 127 pounds). Or, submit an entry into the coloring contest. Other activities will include going on scavenger hunts, making birthday cards and eating birthday cake. Slithery, scaly party guests from the Jacksonville Herpetological Society will also be in attendance.

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Almost, Maine

Tue, 07/06/2010 - 10:55
Date: July 11, 2010
Time: 8:00pm - 10:00pm
Area of Town: Beaches
Location: Atlantic Beach Experimental Theatre
Cost: Ticketed
URL: www.abettheatre.com

A whimsical comedy in the set in the dead of winter in the remote, mythical town of Almost, Maine.
Showtimes: Thurs., Fri., Sat. at 8 pm, Sunday at 2 pm

Admission: Adults – $15; Senior, student and military – $12

For reservations: 249-7177 or www.abettheatre.com

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Save the Rhinos! Conservation event

Tue, 07/06/2010 - 08:59
Date: July 17, 2010
Time: 10:00am - 4:00pm
Area of Town: Northside
Location: Jacksonville Zoo & Gardens
Cost: Ticketed
URL: www.jacksonvillezoo.org

Learn all about rhino conservation at the inaugural Save the Rhinos event. There will be conservation information, animal encounters, animal enrichment, games, prize drawings and children’s activities.

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$5 Fridays at MOSH

Fri, 07/02/2010 - 12:39
Date: July 23, 2010
Time: 10:00am - 8:00pm
Area of Town: San Marco
Location: MOSH
Cost: Ticketed
URL: www.themosh.org

Beat the summer heat – come to MOSH where it’s a cool 72 degrees! Every Friday in July and August, admission is just $5. And, the Museum will extend its hours until 8 p.m. (Note: Other discounts and coupons may not be used with this offer.)

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$5 Fridays at MOSH

Fri, 07/02/2010 - 12:39
Date: July 16, 2010
Time: 10:00am - 8:00pm
Area of Town: San Marco
Location: MOSH
Cost: Ticketed
URL: www.themosh.org

Beat the summer heat – come to MOSH where it’s a cool 72 degrees! Every Friday in July and August, admission is just $5. And, the Museum will extend its hours until 8 p.m. (Note: Other discounts and coupons may not be used with this offer.)

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$5 Fridays at MOSH

Fri, 07/02/2010 - 12:39
Date: July 9, 2010
Time: 10:00am - 8:00pm
Area of Town: San Marco
Location: MOSH
Cost: Ticketed
URL: www.themosh.org

Beat the summer heat – come to MOSH where it’s a cool 72 degrees! Every Friday in July and August, admission is just $5. And, the Museum will extend its hours until 8 p.m. (Note: Other discounts and coupons may not be used with this offer.)

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$5 Fridays at MOSH

Fri, 07/02/2010 - 12:39
Date: July 2, 2010
Time: 10:00am - 8:00pm
Area of Town: San Marco
Location: MOSH
Cost: Ticketed
URL: www.themosh.org

Beat the summer heat – come to MOSH where it’s a cool 72 degrees! Every Friday in July and August, admission is just $5. And, the Museum will extend its hours until 8 p.m. (Note: Other discounts and coupons may not be used with this offer.)

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Kids' Choice Award

Fri, 07/02/2010 - 10:39
Date: July 26, 2010
Time: All day
Area of Town: Downtown
Location: Main Library and all branches
Cost: Free
URL: jaxpubliclibrary.org/kids/kids-choice-2010.p

Vote for your favorite chapter book from the 2009-2010 school year. Ballots available at all library branches and here.

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Kids' Choice Award

Fri, 07/02/2010 - 10:39
Date: July 19, 2010
Time: All day
Area of Town: Downtown
Location: Main Library and all branches
Cost: Free
URL: jaxpubliclibrary.org/kids/kids-choice-2010.p

Vote for your favorite chapter book from the 2009-2010 school year. Ballots available at all library branches and here.

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Kids' Choice Award

Fri, 07/02/2010 - 10:39
Date: July 5, 2010
Time: All day
Area of Town: Downtown
Location: Main Library and all branches
Cost: Free
URL: jaxpubliclibrary.org/kids/kids-choice-2010.p

Vote for your favorite chapter book from the 2009-2010 school year. Ballots available at all library branches and here.

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Kids' Choice Award

Fri, 07/02/2010 - 10:39
Date: July 4, 2010
Time: All day
Area of Town: Downtown
Location: Main Library and all branches
Cost: Free
URL: jaxpubliclibrary.org/kids/kids-choice-2010.p

Vote for your favorite chapter book from the 2009-2010 school year. Ballots available at all library branches and here.

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Art and Pottery Classes

Fri, 07/02/2010 - 10:38
Date: July 26, 2010
Time: All day
Area of Town: Riverside/Avondale
Location: Muse's Corner
Cost: Ticketed
URL: www.musescorner.com

Visit www.musescorner.com to see which artists are offering both art and pottery classes.

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Art and Pottery Classes

Fri, 07/02/2010 - 10:38
Date: July 19, 2010
Time: All day
Area of Town: Riverside/Avondale
Location: Muse's Corner
Cost: Ticketed
URL: www.musescorner.com

Visit www.musescorner.com to see which artists are offering both art and pottery classes.

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Art and Pottery Classes

Fri, 07/02/2010 - 10:38
Date: July 12, 2010
Time: All day
Area of Town: Riverside/Avondale
Location: Muse's Corner
Cost: Ticketed
URL: www.musescorner.com

Visit www.musescorner.com to see which artists are offering both art and pottery classes.

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Beginner Salsa Classes

Fri, 07/02/2010 - 10:36
Date: July 25, 2010
Time: 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Area of Town: Southside
Location: The Dance Shack
Cost: Ticketed
URL: www.thedanceshack.com

Learn the basics in Salsa for use in Nightclubs. This class is for beginners who do have not danced before.
No partner needed.
Admission is $5 at the door.

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Beginner Salsa Classes

Fri, 07/02/2010 - 10:36
Date: July 18, 2010
Time: 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Area of Town: Southside
Location: The Dance Shack
Cost: Ticketed
URL: www.thedanceshack.com

Learn the basics in Salsa for use in Nightclubs. This class is for beginners who do have not danced before.
No partner needed.
Admission is $5 at the door.

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