Virtual Parent Cafe: Self-Care
2021-09-16 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York)
The Azalea Project provides outreach, education and support services to substance-using pregnant women. It focuses on substance-involved families whose lifestyle increases their chances of experiencing a myriad of health and social risks, including unsafe sex (STIs⁄HIV), unwanted childbearing, poor school performance, poverty, infant mortality, abuse and neglect and involvement with the criminal justice system. The Azalea Project is based on an empowerment model that promotes self-sufficiency and personal transformation using a comprehensive, multi-generational approach.
Azalea is located in a storefront on the corner of 8th and Market in Jacksonville’s Springfield neighborhood and provides condoms, baby items, baby clothing and more for community members in need.
The ROSE Project, a peer recovery specialist initiative, is also housed out of the Azalea Project.

Azalea Healthy Start
Services are available for pregnant women with substance use who live in Duval County.
Azalea Healthy Start services include intensive outreach and a specialized community team that offers peer support, advocates for and engages participants.
Case managers conduct comprehensive assessments and evaluations of all clients. They link pregnant and parenting women with services such as health care and substance abuse treatment. They also offer risk-reduction counseling and education, on-going support and after-care services.
Community partners include Inspire to Rise.
Publications

2008-2009 Community Report
2007-2008 Community Report

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Melanin Market On The Move: Culture Experience!
2021-09-18 14:00 - 19:00 | SHOPPES of Sherwood, 5045 Soutel Dr., Jacksonville, FL, 32208, United States
Join us Saturday, September 18, 2021, from 2 pm – 7 pm for
The Melanin Market On The Move: Culture Experience, hosted at The Shoppes of Sherwood
5045 Soutel Dr. Jacksonville FL 32208.
Bring the whole family out!!
We’ll have live entertainment, a Kids Zone,
the Black-nificent Food Court, and more
as we celebrate and honor the Diaspora of African Culture!
And to spice it all up, a $500 Jerk Grilling Competition!!
Join us on the Northside for this impactful event!!

Register to Be a Vendor!

Sign up now and become a vendor at the upcoming Melanin Market!

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FALL ProTALKS Kicks Off the "Sidewalk-WALK
2021-09-25 08:00 - 17:00
The ‘Sidewalk-walk’ scheduled for Saturday, September 25th at 9 a.m. departing from the American Legion Post 197 on Benedict Road. During the luncheon guests collaborated to finalize route logistics, vendor requests and the coordination of reaching out to males who are at high risk for prostate cancer in the 32209, 32208 urban core neighborhoods.

Partners enjoyed a catered lunch and heard from speakers Dr. Lael Stieglitz of Baptist MD Anderson Cancer Center and Tom Farrington, Executive Director and Founder of Prostate Health Education Network (PHEN). In addition, the team heard from local PHEN representative, A.J. Merriwether a prostate cancer survivor and advocate for prostate cancer research outreach and clinical trials.

“We now have a team in Jacksonville that can focus on prostate awareness for black males. We’re looking forward to the walk to educate black men on taking care of their overall health, getting their PSA test and not being afraid to reach out to their mates,” said Merriweather.

PROtalks (Prostate Research, Options, Opportunities and Outreach) is geared toward eliminating the prostate cancer disparities in the African American communities.

Prostate cancer is the leading cause of cancer among Black men; approximately one out of every five will be diagnosed with the disease. To register for the walk and more info email kfpfmg@gmail.com.

Read article from The Jacksonville Free Press

For vending opportunities and to register for the walk email: kfpfmg@gmail.com

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The Jacksonville Jazz Festival
2021-09-29 08:00 - 2021-10-03 22:00
The Tradition Continues
Experience all Downtown Jacksonville has to offer as it comes alive with the sounds of jazz greats and modern favorites at the 40th Annual Jacksonville Jazz Festival October 1-3, 2021. Join the City of Jacksonville and experience two stages of live jazz, local food, drinks, shopping, and entertainment. Since first taking place in 1980, the Jazz Fest has become one of the largest jazz festivals in the country, offering a fun and vibrant street festival atmosphere, and in 2020 you can experience it throughout downtown Jacksonville – all for free!

2021 Jacksonville Jazz Festival
Welcome jazz fans! We can’t wait for you to arrive in sunny Jacksonville, Florida for the 40th anniversary of the Jacksonville Jazz Festival!

Don’t Miss a Beat in the heart of Downtown!
The annual Jacksonville Jazz Fest will be back and bigger than ever! It will be held in the core of downtown Jacksonville. The festival will kick off with the Jacksonville Jazz Piano Competition presented by Keyboard Connection – The Piano Place on September 29 at the Florida Theatre, and continue October 1-3 with two stages of live, free entertainment.
Stay tuned for updates including information on the Sacred Jazz Brunch, Jazz Jam as well as VIP packages and new preferred seating, location, artist announcements, and more on the Jacksonville Jazz Festival social media channels and at jacksonvillejazzfest.com

Contact Lynn for media and publicity!

2021 JEPB-UNF Environmental Symposium
2021-10-15 08:00 - 17:00
We are excited to share that this highly anticipated event is coming soon!
Save the date now – October 15, 2021. Tentative agenda is below.

REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!
The event will be an in-person event as in the past. Our planning team is busy at work organizing what will be another informative day filled with interesting sessions and time for networking. See below for a tentative agenda for the day. We hope to open registration in August. We hope that you will be able to join us!
COVID-19 Update
The event planning team is aware of the concerns around the increased numbers associated with COVID-19. We are monitoring the numbers closely. At this time, we are moing forward with our plans for in-person. As we do with everyone, we encourage all to consider receiving the vaccine. We are attempting to structure the event to allow for maximum participation with as much distancing as is possible. We will follow all protocols of the University Center that are in place. Masks will be encouraged, but are not mandated to attend. While we would like to convert the event to virtual if the need should arise, the infrastructure to do so in a short period of time is not there. So, if the need arises to cancel the event, we will refund all registrations paid at that time. We are exploring the option of keeping the registrations in place for the 2022 event as well.
Objectives of the Symposium
Too often, community leaders focus on the issues of today, instead of clearly visioning the future. As an aid to seeing the path to the future, the City of Jacksonville’s Environmental Protection Board (EPB) and the University of North Florida Environmental Center annually present the Environmental Symposium. The symposium brings together residents, government agencies, utilities and innovators in a forum designed to foster an atmosphere of cooperation in environmental achievement. In addition to opening, lunch and closing general sessions, there are breakout sessions on topics of interest.
Background and Information
Each year the symposium presents a unique opportunity for members of the community to interact with the regulatory agencies responsible for developing and implementing environmental policy. Attendees have an opportunity to better understand environmental goals for our community. The symposium provides valuable opportunities for communication and helps to further the goal of protecting our limited natural resources and improving the quality of life in Northeast Florida.

The Environmental Protection Board, in partnership with the St. Johns Riverkeeper, annually hosts a water education festval on the first weekend in February. This event provides attendees with information about our water resources and how we can protect and preserve them. The museum is free to the public and there are plenty of exhibits and presentations. Along with indoor activities, one of the more popular features of the festival are the free guided boat tours of the St. Johns River.
This is a free family-friendly event focused on celebrating the connections between the arts and the world around us through an interactive museum. While exploring the Museum’s campus, guests will enjoy live music from local musicians, interactive booths and projects from environmentally conscious vendors and the opportunity to watch artists in action as they paint beautiful images using inspiration from the picturesque Cummer Gardens and St. Johns River.
Participants usually include:
the Cummer Museum’s Education Department, Environmental Protection Board, Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Florida Yards & Neighborhoods, Friends of Northeast Florida Community Gardens, Fun 4 First Coast Kids, GastroJax, MOSH, St. Johns Riverkeeper and others.
The event is traditionally held the first weekend in October.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THE 2021 SYMPOSIUM!

Historic Eastside 1st Annual SIDEWALK Fall Fest
2021-10-30 08:00 - 17:00

Jacksonville Artists Guild Exhibition
2024-02-26 08:00 - 2024-06-24 17:00
Join us Saturday, 2-4 p.m on March 9th for the Reception/Open House!

Northeast Florida NABJ hosts Media Noire
2024-04-27 12:00 - 16:00

Community Health Worker Summit
2024-07-11 08:00 - 2024-07-12 17:00

Prostate Cancer Advocate Training
2024-07-29 15:00 - 17:00

Community Screening Navigation
2026-02-01 08:00 - 2026-02-28 17:00
Cancer prevention and risk reduction education and tools
Community engagement is a framework that describes collaboration between researchers and community members throughout the research process.
At its core, community-engaged research aims to create positive change by addressing real-world problems in collaboration with the communities affected by them. This is achieved through developing partnerships that mobilize resources, influence systems and serve as catalysts for improving policies, programs and practices. Steps can be taken toward these goals by:

Incorporating lived experience insights from community members into research design, interpretation and dissemination
Designing research for easy translation to real-world settings
Improving health communication and reach of interventions
Building greater trust between researchers and communities
Reach underserved and under-represented populations.

Community-engaged research goes beyond traditional research methods by prioritizing community involvement, empowerment and mutual learning. It fosters a sense of ownership and agency among community members, leading to more relevant, culturally responsive and sustainable outcomes. Active collaboration and dialogue foster a collective effort where diverse perspectives and knowledge are valued. Our Community Screening Navigation Program was launched to increase access to evidence-based cancer screenings, with an initial focus on cervical cancer screening and HPV vaccine uptake in vulnerable populations. Beyond that, we ensure a connection to needed care for all individuals. The care spans the continuum from screening through treatment and uses tailored communications, community outreach and engagement, and clinical navigation services.

We are working with local communities and clinics to increase access to high-quality cancer prevention, detection and treatment services. The Community Screening Navigation team is an integral function of the Office of Community Outreach and Engagement that has long been part of its structure. The team now supports the office’s Mobile Cancer Screening Connector, providing essential services underpinning its clinical, outreach and educational missions.

Super Bowl Weekend - The Business of Sports & Tech Innovation
2026-02-04 08:00 - 21:00
FREE ACCESS FOR PROFESSIONAL ATHLETES WITH PRE REGISTRATION

2026 The Business of Sports & Tech Innovation Conference Super Bowl Week

Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of Athletes, Investors, and Technology – Networking Event for Startups Pro Athletes, and Investors
Join us for an exclusive networking event where startup companies have the opportunity to connect with accredited investors. This event provides a platform for fostering valuable connections and exploring investment opportunities. Limited capacity, please register early.
This event is an exclusive event for professional athletes, accredited investors, innovators, and founders. Learn from highly successful business professionals and network in exclusive surroundings.

Don’t miss this opportunity to meet and learn from experts and thought leaders. Connect with others who are serious. So get in the room. During Super Bowl Week, this will be one of the places to elevate yourself and your business.
Professional Athletes and investors are FREE with pre-registration. Only one guest is allowed free, and there is extremely limited on-site registration

Public Registration

ProTalks Health Community Outreach
2026-02-24 17:30 - 19:30 | Virtual
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The Players Gold Tournament featuring Ludacris
2026-03-10 16:30 - 21:30
PONTE VEDRA BEACH, Fla. — Multi-Platinum recording artist and three-time GRAMMY® award winner Chris “Ludracris” Bridges will headline THE PLAYERS’ Military Appreciation Day concert on Tuesday, March 10, taking the stage on the iconic Island Green at TPC Sawgrass for an evening celebrating local service members.
The hip-hop superstar known for his chart-topping hits such as “Stand Up,” “Get Back” and “Rollout” brings more than two decades of music and film success to the event. Ludacris has a long history of supporting charitable causes, aligning with the event’s focus on community and service.
Ludacris shared, “I’m ready to stand up on the iconic 17th hole—the stage will be epic and the energy will be electric. Join me to kick off the best week of the year in Ponte Vedra Beach.”
The Military Appreciation Day Ceremony will take place on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. on the Island Green 17th Hole. The performance will be family‑friendly and suitable for audiences of all ages and under THE PLAYERS’ youth policy, two children ages 15 and under may attend free with each ticketed adult.
“Military Appreciation Day means a lot to us and welcoming Ludacris to one of the most iconic stages in golf is a pretty special way to celebrate,” said Lee Smith, Executive Director of THE PLAYERS.
The concert will immediately follow the Military Appreciation Day ceremony, which begins at 4:30 p.m. Admission to Ludacris’ concert is free with the purchase of Tuesday tickets, which are available for purchase at THEPLAYERS.com/tickets. Parking passes are not included and must be purchased separately.
More information on THE PLAYERS’ military programming can be found at: www.THEPLAYERS.com/military Complimentary and discounted tickets for service members will be available to claim in early February.

DIVINE VOYAGE SPRING CRUISE HOSTED BY LYNN JONES
2026-04-02 08:00 - 2026-04-06 17:00
The Norwegian Gem features dining, entertainment, pools, and NCL’s signature Vibe Beach Club, making it a new, exciting choice alongside Carnival from Jacksonville.

Key Details:

Ship: Norwegian Gem
Departure Port: JAXPORT (Jacksonville, Florida)
Spring: April 2-6, 2026
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Destination: Great Stirup Cay and Grand Bahamas

Cruise Lengths: 3, 4, 5, and longer sailings

Key Features: NCL‘s standard amenities like diverse dining (Cagney’s), Mandara Spa, Stardust Theater, casino, and Vibe Beach Club.

Think Bold Jacksonville with your host Lynn Jones
2026-04-08 08:00 - 2026-04-12 17:00

The Lynn Jones Experience
2026-05-16 14:00 - 18:00
The Lynn Jones Experience: Sports, Culture & Conversation is a high-energy, curated event.

The Lynn Jones Experience: Sports, Culture & Conversation is a high-energy, curated event featuring live entertainment, a dynamic panel, and a powerful community experience centered on connection, leadership, and culture.
Date: May 16
Time: 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Location: The Lark

Experience Highlights

Live Panel Conversation
Inaugural “Keep Your Head Up” Honor
Private Meet & Greet Experience
VIP Seating + General Admission
Live Band “The Katz Downstairz” & DJ Entertainment “DJ Showtime”
Bar, & Vendor Marketplace
Photo & Media Activation Areas

VIP Seating – $100

Guaranteed Seating
Swag Bag
Meet & Greet with Coach Coen
Early admission (10 min earlier)
VIP Line
VIP Designated Seating Area

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