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JACKSONVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY Closed September 6 & 7 for Labor Day.
Main Library: Children's Department

French Storytime: September 2 @ 10:30 am. All ages welcome, but geared towards 4-6 year olds.

Saturday Surprise!: Back to School Party. September 5 @ 2pm. Kids ages 6-12.
***For more Children's department events at the Main Library, including regular weekly programs for infants and toddlers, please check out the September calendar (with detailed info here).
Main Library: Teen Department

Gaming Night. August 31 @ 5:30pm-7:30pm

Guitar Lessons. September 3 @ 5pm. Beginning lessons. Pre-registration required.

Teen Poetry Club: September 5 @ 2pm.
***For more Teen department events at the Main Library, please check out the September calendar (with detailed info here).

NATURESCOPE: JAXPARKS ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS

Nature Tales @ Ribault River Preserve. August 31, 10-11am

Trail Walks @ Reddie Point Preserve. August 31, 1-2pm

Wildflower Search @ Reddie Point Preserve. August 31, 2-3pm

MAYOR PEYTON'S BOOK CLUB GREAT OUTDOOR ADVENTURE September's theme is 'Getting to Know Your Park'. See the link for details.

JACKSONVILLE SUNS HOME GAMES
August 31 @ 7:05pm: Clay County Night & Belly Buster Monday
September 1 @ 7:05pm: Fan Appreciation Night & Fifty-Cent Family Feast

ST. AUGUSTINE'S 444TH BIRTHDAY COMMEMORATION September 3-5.

NIGHT FEEDING FUNDRAISER EVENT @ THE CATTY SHACK RANCH September 4, 6:30pm-8:30pm.

FLORIDA SEA TURTLES @ LITTLE TALBOT ISLAND September 5 @ 2pm at Pavillion Two.

GOLDEN DRAGON ACROBATS PERFORM CIRQUE D'OR @ THE ST. AUGUSTINE AMPITHEATRE September 5 & 6 @ 7:30pm

RIVERSIDE ARTS MARKET 10am-4pm.

NATIVE SUN KIDS PUZZLE Complete the puzzle at the link and bring it in to your local Native Sun for a free prize. Kids under 12 only.

FAMILY SATURDAYS AT TREE HILL NATURE CENTER Saturdays @ 10am. $5 per family.

MOCA JACKSONVILLE: SUNDAY FAMILY DAYS
Sunday, 12:00 noon – 4:00 p.m.
Children and accompanying adults are free.

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JACKSONVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
Main Library: Children's Department

Magic Tree House Book Club: This month's book is Lions at Lunchtime. August 26 @ 4pm. Kids ages 6-12.

Saturday Surprise!: My Gym. August 29 @ 2pm. Kids ages 6-12.
***For more Children's department events at the Main Library, including regular weekly programs for infants and toddlers, please check out the August calendar (with detailed info here).
Main Library: Teen Department

Pizza and the Pursuit of Resources. August 25 @ 6:30pm.

Anime Club: August 29 @ 3pm.
***For more Teen department events at the Main Library, please check out the August calendar (with detailed info here).

NATURESCOPE: JAXPARKS ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS

Trail Walks @ McGirts Creek Park. August 24, 9-10am

Mayor Peyton's Great Outdoor Adventure @ McGirts Creek Park. August 24, 10-11am

Mayor Peyton's Great Outdoor Adventure @ Beach and Urban Park. August 24, 1-2pm

Trail Walks @ Beach and Urban Park. August 24, 2-3pm

Trail Walks @ McGirts Creek Park. August 25, 9-10am

Nature Tales @ McGirts Creek Park. August 25, 10-11am

JACKSONVILLE SUNS HOME GAMES
August 28 @ 7:05pm: Friday Family Fireworks (Last of the season)
August 29 @ 7:05pm: Blackout Night!
August 30 @ 5:05pm: Bark in the Park & Kids Run the Bases

RIVERSIDE ARTS MARKET - NATIONAL DOG DAY 10am-4pm.

NATIVE SUN KIDS PUZZLE. Complete the puzzle at the link and bring it in to your local Native Sun for a free prize. Through August 31. Kids under 12 only.

FAMILY SATURDAYS AT TREE HILL NATURE CENTER Saturdays @ 10am. $5 per family.

MOCA JACKSONVILLE: SUNDAY FAMILY DAYS
Sunday, 12:00 noon – 4:00 p.m.
Children and accompanying adults are free.

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JACKSONVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
Main Library: Children's Department

French Storytime: August 19 @ 10:30am, all ages welcome, but geared towards kids 4-6.

Storybook Theatre: Goldilocks and the Three Martians. August 19 @ 3:30pm. Kids ages 5-12.

Saturday Surprise!: Russian Tea Party. August 22 @ 2pm. Kids ages 6-12.
***For more Children's department events at the Main Library, including regular weekly programs for infants and toddlers, please check out the August calendar (with detailed info here).
Main Library: Teen Department

Summer Book Club: Separate Fountains. August 18 @ 2pm.

Movie Madness! The Express. August 18 @ 3pm.

Teen Poetry Club: August 22 @ 3pm.
***For more Teen department events at the Main Library, please check out the August calendar (with detailed info here).

NATURESCOPE: JAXPARKS ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS

Trail Walks @ Reddie Point Preserve. August 17, 9-10am

Wildflower Search @ Blue Cypress Park. August 17, 10:30-11:30am

Trail Walks @ Cedar Point Preserve. August 17, 2-3pm

Trail Walks @ Sal Taylor Creek Preserve. August 18, 9-10am

Wildflower Search @ Sal Taylor Creek Preserve. August 18, 10-11am

Bones and Skulls @ Tillie Fowler Regional Park. August 22, 2-3pm

JACKSONVILLE SUNS HOME GAMES
August 17 @ 7:05pm: Nassau County Night & Belly Buster Monday!
August 18 @ 7:05pm: Fifty-Cent Family Feast Night
August 19 @ 7:05pm: Christmas in August!
August 21 @ 7:05pm: Used Car Giveaway Night & Friday Family Fireworks

JAZOO'S BIRTHDAY BASH AT JACKSONVILLE ZOO & GARDENS August 22 & 23, 11am-3pm in the Play Park. Discounted admission for a donation of one or more new or gently used children's books. More info at the link.

KIDS CELEBRATION DAY @ WHOLE FOODS MARKET Back to School Celebration. Free, August 22 @ 1:00.

RIVERSIDE ARTS MARKET Saturdays, 10am-4pm.

NATIVE SUN KIDS PUZZLE. Complete the puzzle at the link and bring it in to your local Native Sun for a free prize. Through August 31. Kids under 12 only.

FAMILY SATURDAYS AT TREE HILL NATURE CENTER Saturdays @ 10am. $5 per family.

MOCA JACKSONVILLE: SUNDAY FAMILY DAYS
Sunday, 12:00 noon – 4:00 p.m.
Children and accompanying adults are free.

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JACKSONVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
Main Library: Children's Department

Florida Library Youth Program: Storytime with Mr. Keith. July 28 @ 11am, kids ages 6-12.

Summer Art: Paper Mosaic. July 29 @ 3:30pm. Kids ags 6-12.

Tween Thing: Papermaking. July 30 @ 2pm, for kids ages 10-14.

Saturday Surprise!: Board Games w/ Mr. Josh. August 1 @ 2pm. Kids ages 6-12.
***For more Children's department events at the Main Library, please check out the July calendar (with detailed info here), and the August calendar (with detailed info here).
Main Library: Teen Department

Teen Book Club: July 28 @ 2pm. This week's book is Good Masters! Sweet Ladies!

Movie Madness! Quantum of Solace July 28 @ 3pm.

WTF!: Paper Flower Making. July 29 @ 3pm.
***For more Teen department events at the Main Library, please check out the July calendar (with detailed info here).

NATURESCOPE: JAXPARKS ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS

Trail Walks @ McGirts Creek Regional Park. July 20, 9-10am

Nature Tales @ McGirts Creek Regional Park. July 20 @ 1-2pm

Nature Discovery @ Tillie K. Fowler Regional Park. July 25, 2-3pm

JACKSONVILLE SUNS HOME GAMES

July 27 @ 12:05pm: Summer Camp Day!

July 28 @ 7:05pm: Fifty-Cent Family Feast Night!

July 31 @ 7:05pm: Friday Family Fireworks

August 1 @ 7:05pm: Jimmy Buffett Jersey Auction & Post-Game Concert

August 2 @ 5:05pm: Library Day

SUMMER MOVIE EVENTS

July 27, 2pm: Pinocchio, free @ Neptune Beach Library.

July 28 & 29, 10am: Mr. Bean's Holiday and Madagascar 2: Escape To Africa @ Regal Cinemas Beach Boulevard

July 28, 29 & 30, 10am: Arctic Tale and Igor @ Regal Cinemas Avenues

July 28, 10am: Horton Hears A Who, $1 admission @ Carmike Fleming Island.

July 29, 10am: Nim's Island, $1 admission @ AMC Orange Park & Regency

July 31, 7pm: Gremlins @ Memorial Park

JAX4KIDS.COM & PANERA BREAD FAMILY EVENT SERIES July 30, 6pm at the following Panera Bread locations:

Making Bread Art with MOCA Jacksonville @ 12959 Atlantic Boulevard

Harry Potter Night @ 11111 San Jose Boulevard, Mandarin

Baking with Panera @ 8635 Blanding Boulevard, Orange Park

Baking with Panera @ 13740 Beach Boulevard

FLORIDA SEA TURTLES @ LITTLE TALBOT ISLAND STATE PARK August 1 @ 2pm, meet at Pavillion One.

TUNES 'N TALENT @ JORDAN PARK, ATLANTIC BEACH August 1, 6-8pm

NATIVE SUN KIDS PUZZLE. Complete the puzzle at the link and bring it in to your local Native Sun for a free prize. Through July 31. Kids under 12 only.

FAMILY SATURDAYS AT TREE HILL NATURE CENTER Saturdays @ 10am. $5 per family.

MOCA JACKSONVILLE: SUNDAY FAMILY DAYS
Sunday, 12:00 noon – 4:00 p.m.
Children and accompanying adults are free.

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JACKSONVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
Main Library: Children's Department - Find their new Facebook page here!

Florida Library Youth Program: Anna Moo. July 14 @ 11am, kids ages 6-12.

Storybook Theatre: July 15 @ 3:30pm. Kids ages 5-12.

Tween Thing: Recycled Art. July 16 @ 2pm, for kids ages 10-14.

Saturday Surprise!: Jacksonville Suns. July 18 @ 1pm. Kids ages 6-12.
***For more Children's department events at the Main Library, please check out the July calendar (with detailed info here).
Main Library: Teen Department

Teen Book Club: July 14 @ 2pm. This week's book is Prom.

Movie Madness! The Boy in the Striped Pajamas July 14 @ 3pm.

WTF!: Japanese Furoshiki. July 15 @ 3pm.

Take Charge of Your Financial Future: Pre-registration required. July 18, 10-10:30am.
***For more Teen department events at the Main Library, please check out the July calendar (with detailed info here).

JACKSONVILLE SUNS HOME GAMES

Michael Jackson Tribute Night - July 15 @ 7:05pm

St. Patrick's Day Eight Months Away! & Friday Family Fireworks - July 17 @ 7:05pm

Ivan DeJesus Bobblehead Giveaway and ZOOperstars Appearance! - July 18 @ 7:05pm

Winn-Dixie Day, Mini-Bat Giveaway & Kids Run the Bases - July 19 @ 5:05pm

NATURESCOPE: JAXPARKS ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS

Trail Walks @ Reddie Point Preserve. July 13, 9-10am

Wildflower Search @ Reddie Point Preserve. July 13, 10-11am

Great Outdoor Adventure @ Beach and Peach Urban Park. July 13, 1-2pm

Trail Walks @ Beach and Peach Urban Park. July 13, 2-3pm

Leaf Scavenger Hunt @ Tillie K. Fowler Regional Park. July 18, 2-3pm

SUMMER MOVIE EVENTS.

July 13, 2pm: Space Chimps, free @ Neptune Beach Library.

July 14 & 15, 10am: Curious George and Spiderwick Chronicles @ Regal Cinemas Beach Boulevard

July 14, 15 & 16, 10am: Mr. Magorium's Wonder Emporium and Water Horse: Legend Of The Deep @ Regal Cinemas Avenues

July 14, 10am: Kung Fu Panda, $1 admission @ Carmike Fleming Island.

July 15, 10am: Horton Hears a Who, $1 admission @ AMC Orange Park & Regency

July 17, 9pm: Swim-in Movie by the Pool, Free Willy, $5 @ Atlantic Center Pool in Fernandina Beach

DAY OF TOTAL LUNA-SEE @ MOSH July 15, 10am-4pm. To celebrate Neil Armstrong’s walk on the Moon.

JAX4KIDS.COM & PANERA BREAD FAMILY EVENT SERIES July 16, 6pm at the following Panera Bread locations:

Fun with Mad Science @ 12959 Atlantic Boulevard

Cookie Decorating @ 11111 San Jose Boulevard, Mandarin

Making Bread Art with MOCA Jacksonville @ 8635 Blanding Boulevard, Orange Park

Harry Potter Night @ 13740 Beach Boulevard

SUMMER SPLASH DOWN @ CLANZEL BROWN PARK July 17, 6-9pm

DOG DAYS OF SUMMER DOG WASH @ NATIVE SUN MANDARIN July 18, 9am-12pm. To benefit First Coast No More Homeless Pets, Inc.

'LIFE'S A BEACH' ANIMAL ENRICHMENT DAY @ JACKSONVILLE ZOO & GARDENS July 18, 9:15am-3:30pm

DOZING WITH THE DINOS PUBLIC CAMP-IN @ MOSH July 18, 6:30pm-7:30am. Pre-registration is required.

NATIVE SUN KIDS PUZZLE. Complete the puzzle at the link and bring it in to your local Native Sun for a free prize. Through July 31. Kids under 12 only.

RIVERSIDE ARTS MARKET Saturdays 10am-4pm

FAMILY SATURDAYS AT TREE HILL NATURE CENTER Saturdays @ 10am. $5 per family.

MOCA JACKSONVILLE: SUNDAY FAMILY DAYS
Sunday, 12:00 noon – 4:00 p.m.
Children and accompanying adults are free.

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JACKSONVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
Main Library: Children's Department - Find their new Facebook page here!

Florida Library Youth Program: Zoo. July 7 @ 11am, kids ages 6-12.

French Storytime: July 8 @ 10:30am. All ages welcome, but geared toward kids 4-6.

Preschool at the Library: July 8 @ 11:00am. Join Ms. Jaime for music, movement, stories and activities for kids ages 3-5.

Preschool Project: July 8 @ 11:45 am. Learn and explore through art and other "making" activities with Ms. Marie. Kids ages 3-5.

Cook-a-book: July 8 @ 3:30pm. For kids ages 5-12.

Saturday Surprise!: Summer Carnival. July 11 @ 2pm. Kids ages 6-12.
***For more Children's department events at the Main Library, please check out the July calendar (with detailed info here).
Main Library: Teen Department

Teen Book Club: July 7 @ 2pm. This week's book is Runaway Girl.

Movie Madness! Bedtime Stories July 7 @ 3pm

WTF!: Design a Graphic Novel. July 8 @ 3pm

Tween Thing: Altered Journals. July 9 @ 2pm, for kids ages 10-14.
***For more Teen department events at the Main Library, please check out the July calendar (with detailed info here).

JACKSONVILLE SUNS HOME GAMES

Friday Family Fireworks - July 10 @ 7:05pm

Clayton Kershaw Bobblehead Giveaway - July 11 @ 7:05pm

NATURESCOPE: JAXPARKS ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS Click the link for more Jaxpark events.

Trail Walks @ McGirts Creek Regional Park. July 6, 9-10am

Bones and Skulls @ Tillie K. Fowler Regional Park. July 11, 2-3pm

SUMMER MOVIE EVENTS. Click the link for more.

July 6, 2pm: Wall-E, free @ Neptune Beach Library.

July 7 & 8, 10am: Horton Hears A Who and Nim's Island @ Regal Cinemas Beach Boulevard

July 7, 8 & 9, 10am: Curious George and Spiderwick Chronicles @ Regal Cinemas Avenues

July 7, 10am: Shrek The Third, $1 admission @ Carmike Fleming Island.

July 8, 10am: Tale of Despereaux, $1 admission @ AMC Orange Park & Regency.

FAMILY NIGHT AT THE CUMMER. July 7, 4pm-9pm

CHICKEN LITTLE - AN APPALACHIAN MUSICAL JAMBOREE, PRESENTED BY THEATREWORKS @ MAIN LIBRARY July 8, 9 & 10, 11am and 1pm each day. Free admission

BEAUTY AND THE BEAST JR. PRESENTED BY BROADWAY KID STARZ @ THUNDERBOLT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL July 10 & 11 at 7pm, and July 12 at 2pm

SHARK TEETH @ FORT GEORGE ISLAND CULTURAL STATE PARK Ribault Club, July 11 at 2pm

TONCA'S BIRTHDAY PARTY @ MOSH Birthday party for Tonca, MOSH's alligator snapping turtle, to include Tonca's annual weigh-in, party games and birthday cake. July 11, 10am-2pm

NATIVE SUN KIDS PUZZLE. Complete the puzzle at the link and bring it in to your local Native Sun for a free prize. Through July 31. Kids under 12 only.

RIVERSIDE ARTS MARKET Saturdays 10am-4pm

FAMILY SATURDAYS AT TREE HILL NATURE CENTER Saturdays @ 10am. $5 per family.

MOCA JACKSONVILLE: SUNDAY FAMILY DAYS
Sunday, 12:00 noon – 4:00 p.m.
Children and accompanying adults are free.

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JACKSONVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY Closed July 3 & 4.
Main Library: Children's Department - Find their new Facebook page here!

Florida Library Youth Program: June 30 @ 11am. Juggler Ron Anglin. Kids ages 6-12.

Preschool at the Library: July 1 @ 11:00am. Join Ms. Jaime for music, movement, stories and activities for kids ages 3-5.

Preschool Project: July 1 @ 11:45 am. Learn and explore through art and other "making" activities with Ms. Marie. Kids ages 3-5.

Summer Art: Printmaking. July 1 @ 3:30pm. For kids ages 6-12.

Tween Thing: July 2 @ 2pm. Improv for kids ages 10-14.
***For more Children's department events at the Main Library, please check out the June calendar (with detailed info here), and the July calendar (with detailed info here).
Main Library: Teen Department

Gaming Day: June 29 @ 2-4pm.

Movie Madness! Transformers June 30 @ 3pm

WTF!: Christmas in July: Gingerbread House. July 1 @ 3pm
***For more Teen department events at the Main Library, please check out the June calendar (with detailed info here), and the July calendar (with detailed info here).

JACKSONVILLE SUNS HOME GAMES

Summer Camp Day - June 29 @ 12:05pm

Fifty-Cent Family Feast Night - June 30 @ 7:05pm

Racing Night - July 1 @ 7:05pm *Kids can also show their JTA youth summer pass for a free general admission ticket.

Pre-Independence Day Celebration and Mr. Bragan's Birthday - July 3 @ 7:05pm

NATURESCOPE: JAXPARKS ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS Click the link for more Jaxpark events.
Trail Walks: June 29

Ribault River Preserve - 10am-11am

Reddie Point Preserve - 1:30pm-2:30pm

Blue Cypress Park - 3pm-4pm

GO FOURTH & ROCK Downtown Jacksonville
July 1:

Artwalk - Dueling Pianos featuring the Pianomen of Jellyrolls, 5-9pm @ Snyder Memorial Church. Free admission
July 2:

Pool Splash Party, 5-8 pm @ Omni Jacksonville Hotel, Rooftop Pool Deck. Free admission
July 3:

Ice & Family Activities, Noon-9pm @ Veterans Memorial Arena. Admission $3 (includes skate rental)

Live entertainment by Diggin' in Dreamland, 7pm @ Northbank Riverfront Park
July 4:

Ice & Family Activities, 10am-5pm @ Veterans Memorial Arena. Admission $3 (includes skate rental)

Family Freedom Fest, 10am-2pm @ Metro Park Kids Kampus. For kids 12 and under

Free Concert featuring Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo, Richard Marx, and the Boogie Freaks @ Metropolitan Park. Gates open at 4 pm, Opening Ceremony at 4:30 pm, Music Begins at 5 pm

Fireworks on the Downtown Riverfront @ 9:45
July 5:

Ice & Family Activities, 10am-4pm @ Veterans Memorial Arena. Admission $3 (includes skate rental)

4TH OF ZOO-LY JAMBOREE @ JACKSONVILLE ZOO & GARDENS July 3-5. Summer games and prizes, visits from Jazoo, animal encounters and prize drawings. See the full schedule events at the link.

FOURTH OF JULY FIREWORKS @ THE ROOFTOP OF MOSH July 4, 7-10pm

4TH OF JULY LIBERTY CELEBRATION @ JACKSONVILLE BEACH July 4. Fireworks start at 9:30 from Jacksonville Beach Fishing Pier.

AMERICAN PIE 4TH OF JULY IN ORANGE PARK July 4. Parade down River Road at 2pm along with arts, crafts, rides, games, food, and live entertainment on the Moosehaven Grounds. The fireworks display over the St. John's River will begin around 9pm.

NATIVE SUN KIDS PUZZLE. Complete the puzzle at the link and bring it in to your local Native Sun for a free prize. Through June 30. Kids under 12 only.

RIVERSIDE ARTS MARKET Saturdays 10am-4pm

FAMILY SATURDAYS AT TREE HILL NATURE CENTER Saturdays @ 10am. $5 per family.

MOCA JACKSONVILLE: SUNDAY FAMILY DAYS
Sunday, 12:00 noon – 4:00 p.m.
Children and accompanying adults are free.

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JACKSONVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
Main Library: Children's Department - Find their new Facebook page here!
Florida Library Youth Program: June 23 @ 11am. Ronald McDonald. Kids ages 6-12.
French Storytime: June 24 @ 10:30am. All ages welcome, but geared towards kid 4-6.
Preschool at the Library: June 24 @ 11:00am. Join Ms. Jaime for music, movement, stories and activities for kids ages 3-5.
Preschool Project: June 24 @ 11:45 am. Learn and explore through art and other "making" activities with Ms. Marie. Kids ages 3-5.
Magic Tree House Book Club: June 24 @ 3:30pm. Dolphins at Day Break. For kids ages 6-12.
Mother Goose Storytime: June 26 & 27 @ 9:30am. For babies up to 18 months and their caregivers. Limit of 10 babies, sign-up that day.
Saturday Surprise: Playing with Food. June 27 @ 2pm. Kids ages 6-12.
***For more Children's department events at the Main Library, please check out the June calendar (with detailed info here).
Main Library: Teen Department
Movie Madness! The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emporer June 23 @ 3pm
Pizza and Summer Reading: June 23 @ 6:30pm
WTF!: Photography class. June 24 @ 3pm
Tween Thing: June 25 @ 2pm. Bottlecap Magnets for kids ages 10-14.
Teen Poetry Club: June 27 @ 2pm, ages 12-18.
***For more Teen department events at the Main Library, please check out the June calendar (with detailed info here).

JACKSONVILLE SUNS HOME GAMES
Bark in the Park & Kids Run the Bases - June 28 @ 5:05pm
Summer Camp Day! - June 29 @ 12:05pm
Fifty-Cent Family Feast Night! - June 30 @ 7:05pm

NATURESCOPE: JAXPARKS ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS Click the link for more Jaxpark events.
Nature Tales @ McGirts Creek Regional Park - June 22, 1pm-2pm
Animal Detective @ Tillie Fowler Regional Park - June 27, 2pm-3pm

JAX4KIDS.COM NIGHT @ ALHAMBRA THEATRE: ANNIE June 25 @ 6pm. Ask for the J4K discount with ticket reservations, or request the $30 Jax4Kids.com night ticket price.

WILD WONDERS @ TIDEVIEWS PRESERVE, ATLANTIC BEACH June 27, 11am

TALBOT CRITTERS @ LITTLE TALBOT ISLAND Pavilion one. June 27, 2pm

GREAT AMERICAN BACKYARD CAMPOUT June 27.

TWILIGHT MOVIES IN THE PARK @ DONNER PARK, ATLANTIC BEACH Bee Movie. June 27. refreshments start at 7:30pm, movie starts at 8:45pm.

NATIVE SUN KIDS PUZZLE. Complete the puzzle at the link and bring it in to your local Native Sun for a free prize. Through June 30. Kids under 12 only.

DINO-ROAR EXHIBIT @ MOSH

RIVERSIDE ARTS MARKET Saturdays 10am-4pm

FAMILY SATURDAYS AT TREE HILL NATURE CENTER Saturdays @ 10am. $5 per family.

MOCA JACKSONVILLE: SUNDAY FAMILY DAYS
Sunday, 12:00 noon – 4:00 p.m.
Children and accompanying adults are free.

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First! My pal and follow momma, Bebe Brent Alexander, is having a little contest on her blog, mom-b. The contest ends today, so get over there quick! Also check out mom-b's etsy page for some of the coolest and cutest handmade goodies for our wee ones. They make goodies for moms too.

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JACKSONVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
Main Library: Children's Department - Find their new Facebook page here!
Florida Library Youth Program: June 16 @ 11am. Curious Moon puppet show. Kids ages 6-12.
Preschool at the Library: June 17 @ 11:00am. Join Ms. Jaime for music, movement, stories and activities for kids ages 3-5.
Preschool Project: June 17 @ 11:45 am. Learn and explore through art and other "making" activities with Ms. Marie. Kids ages 3-5.
Storybook Theatre: June 17 @ 3:30pm. For kids ages 5-12.
Tween Thing: June 18 @ 2pm. Murder Mystery for kids ages 10-14.
Mother Goose Storytime: June 19 & 20 @ 9:30am. For babies up to 18 months and their caregivers. Limit of 10 babies, sign-up that day.
Saturday Surprise: Moroccan Tea Party with Ms. Marie. June 20 @ 2pm. Kids ages 6-12.
***For more Children's department events at the Main Library, please check out the June calendar (with detailed info here).
Main Library: Teen Department
Movie Madness! School of Rock June 16 @ 3pm
WTF!: Make a comic wallet. June 17 @ 3pm
Saturday Morning Cartoons: June 20 @ 10pm, ages 12-18.
3rd Annual Battle of the Bands: June 20 @ 12:30pm
***For more Teen department events at the Main Library, please check out the June calendar (with detailed info here).

JACKSONVILLE SUNS HOME GAMES
Halloween in June & Friday Family Fireworks - June 19 @ 7:05pm
Southern Rock Night! - June 20 @ 7:05pm
Kids Playable Glove Giveaway & Kids Run the Bases - June 21 @ 3:05pm

MOONLIGHT MOVIES AT THE SEAWALK PAVILION IN JAX BEACH June 19. Children's activities 6-8pm. Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade at 9pm.

ARTS ON THE GO! @ METRO PARK KIDS KAMPUS June 19 6-8pm

SNAKE SAVVY @ TILLIE FOWLER REGIONAL PARK June 20, 2-3pm

ZOOM @ JACKSONVILLE ZOO & GARDENS June 20, 10am-3pm.
Free admission for dads at the Jacksonville Zoo on Father's Day, June 21, with this coupon.

NATIVE SUN KIDS PUZZLE. Complete the puzzle at the link and bring it in to your local Native Sun for a free prize. Through June 30. Kids under 12 only.

DINO-ROAR EXHIBIT @ MOSH Now open.
Also! Register now for DOZING WITH THE DINOS PUBLIC CAMP-IN, which will take place July 18. "Spend a night at the museum this summer and sleep under the dinos. Campers will enjoy an Extreme Science show, taste Liquid Nitrogen Ice Cream, rock out to a Dino-Rock Cosmic Concert, and more. But beware- dinos snore!"

RIVERSIDE ARTS MARKET Saturdays 10am-4pm

FAMILY SATURDAYS AT TREE HILL NATURE CENTER Saturdays @ 10am. $5 per family.

MOCA JACKSONVILLE: SUNDAY FAMILY DAYS
Sunday, 12:00 noon – 4:00 p.m.
Children and accompanying adults are free.

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Things to do: Family Edition

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JACKSONVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
Main Library: Children's Department - Find their new Facebook page here!
French Storytime: June 10 @ 10:30am. Interactive storytime to help kids learn French. All ages welcome, but geared towards kids ages 4-6.
Preschool at the Library: June 10 @ 11:00am. Join Ms. Jaime for music, movement, stories and activities for kids ages 3-5.
Preschool Project: June 10 @ 11:45 am. Learn and explore through art and other "making" activities with Ms. Marie. Kids ages 3-5.
Cook-a-Book: June 10 @ 3:30pm. Make edible igloos and celebrate winter in June with books, trivia and an afternoon snack. For kids ages 5-12.
Saturday Surprise: Library Detective w/ Nate the Great. June 13 @ 2pm. Kids ages 6-12.
***For more Children's department events at the Main Library, please check out the June calendar (with detailed info here).
Main Library: Teen Department
Movie Madness! Nick & Nora's Infinite Playlist June 9 @ 3pm.
WTF!: Online Book Club. June 10 @ 3pm
Tween Thing: June 11 @ 2pm. Guitar Hero & DDR for kids ages 10-14.
Teen Poetry Club: June 13 @ 2pm, ages 12-18.
***For more Teen department events at the Main Library, please check out the June calendar (with detailed info here).

JACKSONVILLE SUNS HOME GAMES
Fifty-Cent Family Feast and School's Out Party! - June 9 @ 7:05pm

NATIONAL GARDENS WEEK @ WASHINGTON OAKS GARDENS STATE PARK June 10, 10am - 11am and June 13, 11am-12pm.

MOONLIGHT MOVIES AT THE SEAWALK PAVILION IN JAX BEACH June 12. Children's activities 6-8pm. Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone at 9pm.

THE GREAT JACKSONVILLE CAMPOUT! At Losco Regional Park. June 13 @ 2pm through June 14 @ 8am.

WILD WONDERS @ DUTTON ISLAND PRESERVE SHELTER in Atlantic Beach. June 13 @ 11am.

NATIVE SUN KIDS PUZZLE. Complete the puzzle at the link and bring it in to your local Native Sun for a free prize. Through June 30. Kids under 12 only.

DINO-ROAR EXHIBIT @ MOSH Now open.
Also! Register now for DOZING WITH THE DINOS PUBLIC CAMP-IN, which will take place July 18. "Spend a night at the museum this summer and sleep under the dinos. Campers will enjoy an Extreme Science show, taste Liquid Nitrogen Ice Cream, rock out to a Dino-Rock Cosmic Concert, and more. But beware- dinos snore!"

RIVERSIDE ARTS MARKET Saturdays 10am-4pm

FAMILY SATURDAYS AT TREE HILL NATURE CENTER Saturdays @ 10am. $5 per family.

MOCA JACKSONVILLE: SUNDAY FAMILY DAYS
Sunday, 12:00 noon – 4:00 p.m.
Children and accompanying adults are free.

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JACKSONVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
Main Library: Children's Department - Find their new Facebook page here!
Portuguese Storytime: June 3 @ 10:30am. Interactive storytime for native speakers and to help kids learn Portuguese. All ages welcome, but geared towards kids ages 3-6.
Preschool at the Library: June 3 @ 11:00am. Join Ms. Jaime for music, movement, stories and activities for kids ages 3-5.
Preschool Project: June 3 @ 11:45 am. Learn and explore through art and other "making" activities with Ms. Marie. Kids ages 3-5.
Summer Art Time: June 3 @ 3:30pm. Metal embossing for kids ages 6-12.
Saturday Surprise: Paper airplanes with Mr. Josh. June 6 @ 2pm. Kids ages 6-12.
***For more Children's department events at the Main Library, please check out the June calendar (with detailed info here).
Main Library: Teen Department
Gaming Night: June 1, 5:30-7:30pm.
Movie Madness! The Dark Knight June 5 @ 3pm.
Saturday Morning Cartoons: June 6 @ 10am, ages 12-18.
***For more Teen department events at the Main Library, please check out the June calendar (with detailed info here).

FAMILY NIGHT AT THE CUMMER MUSUEM & GARDENS June 2, 4-9pm. Free admission.

JACKSONVILLE SUNS HOME GAMES
Hurricane Preparedness Night & Friday Family Fireworks - June 6 @ 7:05pm
US Army Birthday Celebration and Chevrolet Night - June 6 @ 7:05pm
Kids Clinic on the Field, Southpaw Bobblehead Giveaway, Stitch n' Pitch & Kids Run the Bases - June 7 @ 3:05pm

MOONLIGHT MOVIES AT THE SEAWALK PAVILION IN JAX BEACH Children's activities 6-8pm. Sleepless in Seattle at 9pm.

NATIONAL TRAILS DAY @ WASHINGTON OAKS GARDENS STATE PARK June 6, 1pm.

DINO-ROAR EXHIBIT @ MOSH Now open.
Also! Register now for DOZING WITH THE DINOS PUBLIC CAMP-IN, which will take place July 18. "Spend a night at the museum this summer and sleep under the dinos. Campers will enjoy an Extreme Science show, taste Liquid Nitrogen Ice Cream, rock out to a Dino-Rock Cosmic Concert, and more. But beware- dinos snore!"

RIVERSIDE ARTS MARKET Saturdays 10am-4pm

FAMILY SATURDAYS AT TREE HILL NATURE CENTER Saturdays @ 10am. $5 per family.

MOCA JACKSONVILLE: SUNDAY FAMILY DAYS
Sunday, 12:00 noon – 4:00 p.m.
Children and accompanying adults are free.

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JACKSONVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY Closed May 24 and 25 in observance of Memorial Day.
May is Bike Month!
Main Library: Children's Department - Find their new Facebook page here!
Preschool at the Library: May 20 @ 11:00am. Join Ms. Jaime for music, movement, stories and activities for kids ages 3-5.
Preschool Project: May 20 @ 11:45 am. Learn and explore through art and other "making" activities with Ms. Marie. Kids ages 3-5.
Saturday Surprise: Mancala. May 23 @ 2pm. Kids ages 6-12. Join Ms. Stephanie to make mancala boards to take home and to learn this fun game.
***For more Children's department events at the Main Library, please check out the May calendar (with detailed info here).
Main Library: Teen Department
4th Annual JPL Teen Battle of the Bands Sign-up begins May 1.
**Teen programs can be found here.

NATURESCOPE: JAXPARKS ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS Click the link for more Jaxparks events.
Outdoor Explorations Great Outdoor Adventure @ Ribault River Preserve - May 18, 11am,-12noon
Insects, Spiders & Other Kids @ Tillie Fowler Regional Park - May 20, 1:30pm-2:30pm
Nature Tales @ McGirts Creek Regional Park - May 21, 10am-11am

JACKSONVILLE SUNS HOME GAMES
Elvis Himselvis & Friday Family Fireworks- May 22 @ 7:05pm
Rally Towel Giveaway- May 23 @ 7:05pm
Military Appreciation Night and Post-game Fireworks- May 24 @ 7:05pm

57th FLORIDA FOLK FESTIVAL May 22-24 in White Springs.

SECRETS OF THE SALT MARSH @ FORT GEORGE ISLAND CULTURAL STATE PARK at the Ribault Club. May 24, 1pm

DINO-ROAR EXHIBIT @ MOSH Now open.

RIVERSIDE ARTS MARKET Saturdays 10am-4pm

FAMILY SATURDAYS AT TREE HILL NATURE CENTER Saturdays @ 10am. $5 per family.

KIDS PUZZLE @ NATIVE SUN Through May 31. Print out and color, then bring in to your local Native Sun Natural Foods Market for a free surprise. Kids 12 and under only.

MOCA JACKSONVILLE: SUNDAY FAMILY DAYS
Sunday, 12:00 noon – 4:00 p.m.
Children and accompanying adults are free.

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JACKSONVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY May is Bike Month!
Main Library: Children's Department - Find their new Facebook page here!
Portuguese Storytime: May 13 @ 10:30am. Open to all ages, but geared toward kids ages 3-6.
Zoo for Toddlers with the Jacksonville Zoo: May 15 @ 10 am, toddlers ages 18-36 months and their caregivers. (Be on time, no admittance once animals are out of their cages)
Zoo for Families with the Jacksonville Zoo: May 15 @ 11 am, kids ages 0-5 and their caregivers. (Be on time, no admittance once animals are out of their cages)
Saturday Surprise: Lego Building Contest. May 16 @ 2pm. Kids ages 6-12. Contact the Children's Department for entry information and rules.
***For more Children's department events at the Main Library, please check out the May calendar (with detailed info here).
Main Library: Teen Department
Teen Resume and Job Search Workshop May 16, 3pm-4pm. Ages 12-18.
4th Annual JPL Teen Battle of the Bands Sign-up begins May 1.
**Teen programs can be found here.

NATURESCOPE: JAXPARKS ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS Click the link for more Jaxparks events.
Beach Walks and Talks @ Kathryn Abbey Hanna Park - May 11, 9:30am-10:30am, and 11am-12pm
Trail Walks @ Blue Cypress Park - May 13, 2:30pm-3:30pm
Owl Encounter @ Tillie Fowler Regional Park - May 14, 3pm-4pm

JACKSONVILLE SUNS HOME GAMES
Celebration of Reading Day #3 - May 11 @ 11:05am
PTA Night, Disabled Citizens Night and Fifty-Cent Family Feast Night - May 12 @ 7:05pm
Friday Family Fireworks - May 15 @ 7:05pm

MAGIC TREE HOUSE @ THE FLORIDA THEATRE Presented by Theatreworks Jax. May 11, 10am

ENDANGERED ANIMALS DAY @ JACKSONVILLE ZOO May 15 11am-3pm

DINO-ROAR EXHIBIT @ MOSH Opens May 16

JUNKANOO ISLAND & MUSIC FESTIVAL @ PLAZA DE LA CONSTITUCION IN ST. AUGUSTINE May 16, 1pm-7pm

8th ANNUAL VERIZON WIRELESS KIDS 4 KIDS CARNIVAL @ MALIVAI WASHINGTON FOUNDATION May 16, 10am-2pm

NATURE HIKE @ FORT GEORGE ISLAND CULTURAL STATE PARK at the Ribault Club. May 16, 1pm & May 17, 10am

BEACH WALK @ LITTLE TALBOT ISLAND STATE PARK at Pavillion one. May 16, 10am & May 17, 1pm

TEDDY BEAR AFFAIR @ JACKSONVILLE ZOO May 16, 10am-4pm. Kids who bring their injured teddy bears receive free admission and teddy bear check-ups to be performed by Nemours’ Children’s Clinic skilled staff.

STARRY NIGHTS @ METRO PARK May 16, gates open at 5:30pm, music starts at 7:30pm. See the link for ticket and event information. This event has been cancelled. More information here.

RIVERSIDE ARTS MARKET Saturdays 10am- 4pm

FAMILY SATURDAYS AT TREE HILL NATURE CENTER Saturdays @ 10am. $5 per family.

KIDS PUZZLE @ NATIVE SUN Through May 31. Print out and color, then bring in to your local Native Sun Natural Foods Market for a free surprise. Kids 12 and under only.

MOCA JACKSONVILLE: SUNDAY FAMILY DAYS
Sunday, 12:00 noon – 4:00 p.m.
Children and accompanying adults are free.

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JACKSONVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY May is Bike Month!
Main Library: Children's Department - Find their new Facebook page here!
French Storytime: May 6 @ 10:30am. Open to all ages, but geared toward kids ages 4-6.
Saturday Surprise: French Tea Party with Ms. Marie. May 9 @ 2pm. Kids ages 6-12.
***For more Children's department events at the Main Library, please check out the May calendar (with detailed info here).
Main Library: Teen Department
6th Annual Amateur Film Contest May 9, 11am-1pm.
4th Annual JPL Teen Battle of the Bands Sign-up begins May 1.
**Teen programs can be found here.

NATURESCOPE: JAXPARKS ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS Click the link for more Jaxparks events.
Bike Hikes @ Camp Milton Historic Preserve - May 4, 9:30am-10:30am, and 11am-12pm
Wee Workshop: Butterflies and Moths @ Camp Tomahawk - May 4, 10:30am-11:30am (kids 7 and under)
Beach Walks and Talks @ Huguenot Memorial Park - May 7, 12:30pm-1:30pm and 2pm-3pm

JACKSONVILLE SUNS HOME GAMES
Celebration of Reading Day - May 4 @ 11:05am

MOVIES IN THE PARK @ TREATY OAK May 8, 8pm. Free parking in Suddath garage, gates open at 5:30pm. The last movie in the series will be Beetlejuice.

THE GREAT ALPHABET ADVENTURE @ THE FLORIDA THEATRE Presented by Theatreworks Jax. May 6, 10am and 12pm.

HEALTH FAIR @ MOSH May 9, 10am-4pm. Students get in for 1/2 price, and a giveaway to the first 100 guests.

MAGIC TREE HOUSE: THE MUSICAL @ THE FLORIDA THEATRE May 10, 3pm.

RIVERSIDE ARTS MARKET Saturdays 10am- 4pm

FAMILY SATURDAYS AT TREE HILL NATURE CENTER Saturdays @ 10am. $5 per family.

KIDS PUZZLE @ NATIVE SUN Through May 31. Print out and color, then bring in to your local Native Sun Natural Foods Market for a free surprise. Kids 12 and under only.

MOCA JACKSONVILLE: SUNDAY FAMILY DAYS
Sunday, 12:00 noon – 4:00 p.m.
Children and accompanying adults are free.

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JACKSONVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY May is Bike Month!
Main Library: Children's Department - Find their new Facebook page here!
French Storytime: April 29 @ 10:30am. Open to all ages, but geared toward kids ages 4-6.
Magic Tree House Book Club: This month's book is Afternoon on the Amazon. April 29 @ 3:30pm. Kids ages 6-12.
Saturday Surprise: Cinco de Mayo with Ms. Rebekah. May 2 @ 2pm. Kids ages 6-12.
***For more Children's department events at the Main Library, please check out the April calendar (with detailed info here), and the May calendar (with detailed info here).
Main Library: Teen Department
Movie Madness Water Horse: Legend of the Deep April 29, 3pm
Dog Photo Contest April 1-30, ages 12-18.
4th Annual JPL Teen Battle of the Bands Sign-up begins May 1.
**Teen programs can be found here.

STORYTELLERS UNDER THE BIG OAKS @ JACKSONVILLE ARBORETUM & GARDENS April 30, 10am-11:30am

NATURESCOPE: JAXPARKS ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS Click the link for more Jaxparks events.
Beach Walks and Talks @ Kathryn Abbey Hanna Park - April 27, 9:30am-10:30am, and 11am-12pm
Outdoor Explorations Great Outdoor Adventure @ Beach and Peach Urban Park - April 27, 3pm-4pm
Butterfly Biology @ Tillie Fowler Regional Park - April 29, 2:30pm-3:30pm
Trail Walks @ Sal Taylor Creek Preserve - May 1, 9am-10pm

JACKSONVILLE SUNS HOME GAMES
Family Fireworks - May 1, 7:05pm
Southpaw's Birthday - May 2, 7:05pm
Kids Run the Bases - May 3, 3:05pm

MOVIES IN THE PARK @ TREATY OAK May 1, 8pm. Free parking in Suddath garage, gates open at 5:30pm. This week's movie is Finding Nemo.

WORLD OF NATIONS CELEBRATION @ METRO PARK International Party (free) on May 1, hours are 5pm-10pm, with a showing of Madagascar 2 at 8pm. Weekend hours on May 2 are 10am-7pm, and May 3 are 12pm-6pm. Weekend prices are $5 per one-day ticket, $7 per two-day ticket. Kids 3 and under are free.

WAVE MASTERS SURF CONTEST @ JACKSONVILLE BEACH PIER May 2 & 3, 8am-5pm

RIVERSIDE ARTS MARKET Saturdays 10am- 4pm

FAMILY SATURDAYS AT TREE HILL NATURE CENTER Saturdays @ 10am. $5 per family.

EARTH DAY @ MOSH See the link for activity details, including information on the special admission discount when you bring in five recyclables (see the link for list of items) through the month of April.

KIDS PUZZLE @ NATIVE SUN Through April 30, print out and color, then bring in to your local Native Sun Natural Foods Market for a free surprise. Kids 12 and under only.

MOCA JACKSONVILLE: SUNDAY FAMILY DAYS
Sunday, 12:00 noon – 4:00 p.m.
Children and accompanying adults are free.

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JACKSONVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
Main Library: Children's Department
French Storytime: April 15 @ 10:30am. All ages welcome, but geared toward kids 4-6. Songs and stories to help kids learn french.
Cook-a-Book: April 15 @ 3:30pm. Prepare a tasty treat and share books. Kids ages 5-12.
Saturday Surprise: Survival Skills. April 18 @ 2pm. Kids 6-12.
***For more Children's department events at the Main Library, please check out the April calendar (with detailed info here).
Main Library: Teen Department
Dog Photo Contest April 1-30, ages 12-18.
Movie Madness - April 15 @ 3pm: National Treasure
**More teen programs can be found here.

EARTH DAY @ MOSH See the link for activity details, including information on the special admission discount when you bring in five recyclables (see the link for list of items) through the month of April.

NATURESCOPE: JAXPARKS ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS Click the link for more Jaxpark events.
Beach Walk & Talks @ Kathryn Abbey Hanna Park - April 13, 9:30am - 10:30am, and 11am-12pm
Outdoor Explorations Great Outdoor Adventure @ Reddie Point Preserve - April 15, 2pm-3pm
Animal Skull Sketching @ Castaway Island Preserve - April 17, 1:30pm-2:30pm
Animal Detective @ Tillie Fowler Regional Park - April 18, 2:30pm-3:30pm

JACKSONVILLE SUNS HOME GAMES Click the link for the full week's schedule.
Celebration of Reading Day - April 13 @ 11:05am
50 cent Family Feast - April 14 @ 7:05pm
Friday Family Fireworks - April 17 @ 7:05pm
Bucket Hat Giveaway - April 18 @ 7:05pm

MOVIES IN THE PARK @ TREATY OAK April 17, 8pm. Free parking in Suddath garage, gates open at 5:30pm. This week's movie is Indiana Jones And The Temple Of Doom.

BEAUTY AND THE BEAST AUDITIONS @ FCCJ April 17 at 7pm, and April 18 at 1pm. Rising 10th grade students through 12th grade students for the 2009-2010 school year.

EARTH DAY JAX ECOLOGY FAIR @ THE LANDING April 18, 10am-4pm.

THE INSIDE OUT EARTH DAY AFFAIR @ NATIVE SUN April 18 12noon-4pm, Mandarin location.

WALK MS: FIRST COAST @ JACKSONVILLE VETERANS MEMORIAL ARENA April 18, registration/check-in 9am, walk begins at 10am; and WING AND ROCK FEST 12noon-8pm.

CECIL FIELD AIR SHOW April 18 & 19, 10am-5pm

RIVERSIDE ARTS MARKET SATURDAYS 10AM - 4PM

FAMILY SATURDAYS AT TREE HILL NATURE CENTER Saturdays @ 10:00am. $5 per family.

KIDS PUZZLE @ NATIVE SUN Through April 30, print out and color, then bring in to your local Native Sun Natural Foods Market for a free surprise. Kids 12 and under only.

MOCA JACKSONVILLE: SUNDAY FAMILY DAYS
Sunday, 12:00 noon – 4:00 p.m.
Children and accompanying adults are free.

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JACKSONVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY Closed Sunday, April 12 for Easter.
Main Library: Children's Department
Portuguese Storytime (New!): April 8 @ 10:30am. All ages welcome, but geared toward kids 3-6. Songs and stories for native speakers and to help kids learn portuguese.
Saturday Surprise: English Tea Party. April 11 @ 2pm. Kids 6-12.
Call of the Wild Book Talk: April 11 @ 3pm. Kids ages 8-12.
***For more Children's department events at the Main Library, please check out the April calendar (with detailed info here).
Main Library: Teen Department
Dog Photo Contest April 1-30, ages 12-18.
Movie Madness - April 10 @ 3pm: Journey to the Center of the Earth
**More teen programs can be found here.

NATURESCOPE: JAXPARKS ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS I only listed a few events, click the link for more.
Bike Hikes @ Camp Milton nature Preserve - April 6, 9:30am - 10:30am, and 11am-12pm
Wee Worksop: Our Feathered Friends @ Camp Tomahawk - April 7, 10:30am- 11:30am
Birds Nests & Eggs @ Tillie Fowler Regional Park - April 9, 3pm-4pm

JACKSONVILLE SUNS HOME GAMES
Opening night coin giveaway - April 9 @ 7:05pm
Friday family fireworks - April 10 @ 7:05pm
Poster giveaway - April 11 @ 7:05pm
Easter egg hunt & kids run the bases - April 11 @ 3:05pm

EASTER EGG HUNT @ JACKSONVILLE ARBORETUM & GARDENS April 10. Presented by the City of Jacksonville. Egg hunt for kids ages 3-5 begins at 6:20pm, ages 6-8 at 6:30pm. Arts and Crafts from 6:30-7:45. Prizes awarded at 7:00.

SPRINGFIELD'S ANNUAL EASTER EGG HUNT @ KLUTHO PARK April 11, 10:30 am. Easter Bunny, egg hunts, face painting. Sponsored by the Springfield Mommies Group.

SPRING INTO BLOOM @ JACKSONVILLE ZOO & GARDENS April 11 & 12 10am-4pm. Live music, kids' fun zone, plant and craft vendors, local gardening information.

SHARK TEETH @ LITTLE TALBOT ISLAND April 11 @ 1pm - pavilion one. Free with regular park admission.

EASTER EGG HUNT & EASTER BUNNY PHOTOS @ ST. JOHNS TOWN CENTER April 11 9am-12noon.

RIVERSIDE ARTS MARKET SATURDAYS 10AM - 4PM

FAMILY SATURDAYS AT TREE HILL NATURE CENTER Saturday @ 10:00am. $5 per family.

KIDS PUZZLE @ NATIVE SUN Through April 30, print out and color, then bring in to your local Native Sun Natural Foods Market for a free surprise. Kids 12 and under only.

MOCA JACKSONVILLE: SUNDAY FAMILY DAYS
Sunday, 12:00 noon – 4:00 p.m.
Children and accompanying adults are free.

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Please comment if I missed anything.