Happy Birthday, America! This star-spangled celebration features the First Coast's most spectacular 4th of July fireworks display over the St. Johns River. You have to see it to believe it!
All interested persons are invited to the installation ceremony of the Jacksonville City Council Officers and Members honoring President-Designate Stephen C. Joost and Vice President-Designate William H. Bishop III, along with Tax Collector-Elect Michael Corrigan.
A Make a Wish Dedication Ceremony, photos by the fountain, children's activities and entertainment will be part of this special event.
"Read It Forward Jax" is a reading initiative aimed at raising the literacy rate for students throughout Duval County. The project involves partnerships between the Duval County School Board, the City of Jacksonville and business and community leaders to help teach Jacksonville's children about the importance of reading.
Join us as we honor the local heroes who gave the ultimate sacrifice for our country. The ceremony includes keynote speakers, presentation of colors, family tributes, a wreath presentation and performances.
The final day of the 2011 Jacksonville Jazz Festival continues with incredible FREE jazz performances on multiple stages including Herbie Hancock, DMS featuring George Duke, Marcus Miller and David Sanborn, Mavis Staples and many more! Sacred Jazz performances in the Old Church and a Sunday Jazz Brunch are just some of the fun activities planned for the final day of the festival. The Wine Down Brew Town Tasting Experience and the Art in the Heart Downtown juried art show and sale continue along with other highlights including exhibits and displays.
The 2011 Jacksonville Jazz Festival continues into the weekend with more incredible FREE performances including Boney James, Eddie Palmieri, Diane Schuur, Roy Ayers and many more on Saturday, May 28. The Wine Down Brew Town Tasting Experience and the Art in the Heart Downtown juried art show and sale continue along with jazz exhibits, displays, and the ‘Round Midnight Jazz Jam to keep the sounds of jazz going into the early morning hours!
Mark your calendars for the 2011 Jacksonville Jazz Festival held May 26-29, 2011 over Memorial Day Weekend. Friday night will mark the beginning of FREE jazz performances on multiple stages in the heart of downtown Jacksonville including Natalie Cole, the Gentlemen of the Night featuring Paul Taylor, Marion Meadows and Warren Hill, John Pizzarelli, Joey Calderazzo and many more! The Wine Down Brew Town Tasting Experience and the Art in the Heart Downtown juried art show and sale will also be open along with jazz exhibits and displays to start the festival weekend.
Presented by the City of Jacksonville and Keyboard Connection Pianos & Organs, the Jacksonville Jazz Piano Competition has been a tradition for more than 20 years. Five finalists, chosen by a selection committee through "blind" judging, will compete for the honor of this award, a cash prize and the chance to perform during the 2011 Jacksonville Jazz Festival.
The City of Jacksonville and the Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra have decided to cancel Starry Nights featuring The Four Tops scheduled for this Saturday, May 21. The decision was made due to low ticket sales leading up to this concert. Tickets will be refunded at their original purchase price. If purchased through the Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra Box Office, call 354-5547. For those tickets purchased through Jacksonville.com’s Daily Deal, email dailydeals@jacksonville.com.