Sunday, August 11, 2013

What's Happening in Jax.? Week of 8/12 to 8/18

It's that time of the week again, and I have definitely got a full list of events going on in Jacksonville, FL for you all this week. As of the initial posting right now, I have 100 events on the calendar for this week! That doesn't take into consideration that some of those events, like comedy shows, have multiple times or showings. Not bad for such a "boring city where nothing ever happens"!

As always, please leave a comment below if I've missed anything and I'll be happy to add it on.

This week's summary:
  • 7 Movie Events (Special Showings, Limited Releases, Etc.)
  • 13 Comedy Shows (Local, Stand-Up, Improv)
  • 17 Concerts or Live Shows
  • 33 Misc. Events (5K, Shows, Performances, Auditions, Charity, Socials, Etc.)
  • 5 Sporting Events
  • 10 Kid/Teen/Family Events
  • 6 Classes/Workshops/Education Events
  • 9 Ongoing Events

The full list for 8/12 to 8/18 is inside the jump.

What's Happening? Week of 8/12 to 8/18

CONCERTS & MUSIC

What:     Hunx & His Punx - Punk
When:     Tuesday, August 13th – 8:00 p.m.
Where:     Jack Rabbits, 1528 Hendricks Ave, Jacksonville, FL
Cost:      $10
Additional Info:      With Hunters, Hank & Cupcakes and Queen Beef


What:     Jeremiah Cymerman – Clarinetist/Composer
When:     Wednesday, August 14th – 8:00 p.m.
Where:     Karpeles Manuscript Library Museum, 101 W. 1st St., Jacksonville, FL
Cost:      $12
Additional Info:      N/A
Tickets or Website:     http://jeremiahcymerman.eventbrite.com/


What:     K.Flay
When:     Thursday, August 15th – 8:00 p.m.
Where:     Jack Rabbits, 1528 Hendricks Ave, Jacksonville, FL
Cost:      $10
Additional Info:      With Sirah & The Superexcitables


What:     Braxton Adamson – Live Music
When:     Friday, August 16th – 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where:     Fionn MacCool’s Irish Restaurant, 2 Independent Dr. Ste. 176, Jacksonville, FL
Cost:      Free
Additional Info:      Live music and happy hour


What:     Josh Gracin in Concert
When:     Friday, August 16th – Doors at 6:00 p.m.
Where:     Maverick’s at The Landing, 2 Independent Drive, Jacksonville, FL
Cost:      $7.50 to $12.50
Additional Info:      18+ Only


What:     Victoria Justice Live in Concert - Pop
When:     Friday, August 16th – 7:00 p.m.
Where:     St. Augustine Amphitheatre, 1340C A1A South, St. Augustine, FL
Cost:      $45-75
Additional Info:      Part of the “Here’s 2 Us Summer Tour”


What:     Live Music by Radio 80
When:     Friday, August 16th – 8:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m.
Where:     Jacksonville Landing, 2 Independent Dr. W., Jacksonville, FL
Cost:      Free
Additional Info:      On the riverfront courtyard stage


What:     For Those Like Us
When:     Friday, August 16th – 8:00 p.m.
Where:     Jack Rabbits, 1528 Hendricks Ave, Jacksonville, FL
Cost:      $8
Additional Info:      With A Matter of Honor & Richard Strater


What:     Treeside
When:     Friday, August 16th – 8:00 p.m.
Where:     Freebird Live, 200 1st St. North, Jacksonville Beach, FL
Cost:      $8
Additional Info:      With Trees Setting Fires and Guests


What:     My Getaway
When:     Saturday, August 17th – 8:00 p.m.
Where:    Jack Rabbits, 1528 Hendricks Ave, Jacksonville, FL
Cost:      $5
Additional Info:      With Parkridge, Winter Wave and A Way Without


What:     Little Green Men
When:     Saturday, August 17th – 8:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. Sunday
Where:     Jacksonville Landing, 2 Independent Dr. W., Jacksonville, FL
Cost:      Free
Additional Info:      Riverfront courtyard stage


What:     Agree to Hate
When:     Saturday, August 17th – 8:00 p.m.
Where:     Freebird Live, 200 1st St. North, Jacksonville Beach, FL
Cost:      $8
Additional Info:      With Rule Number Six, Pranayam and Make Them Docile


What:     Black Kids
When:     Saturday, August 17th – 8:00 p.m.
Where:     Underbelly, 113 E. Bay Street, Jacksonville, FL
Cost:      $13
Additional Info:      With Kids and Persones


What:      Concert - Factory Jax - Industrial/Goth/Dark Alternative
When:      Every Saturday, including this Saturday, August 17th - 9:00 p.m.
Where:      The Norm, 2592 Roosevelt Blvd., Jacksonville, FL
Cost:      Unknown (Site doesn't list)
Additional Info:      Recurring event, every Saturday.
Tickets or Website:     http://www.factoryjax.com/


What:     Bangarang Saturdays at Club TSI Discotheque
When:     Every Saturday, including this Saturday, August 17th – 10:00 p.m.
Where:     Club TSI, 333 East Bay St, Jacksonville, FL
Cost:      $5
Additional Info:      Recurring event, every Saturday


What:     Mobb Deep 20th Anniversary Tour – Rap/Hip-Hop
When:     Sunday, August 18th – 8:00 p.m.
Where:     Lava, 845 University Blvd., Jacksonville, FL
Cost:      $25-50
Additional Info: With Beast Boy and Swordz      


What:     A Great Big Pile of Leaves
When:     Sunday, August 18th – 8:00 p.m.
Where:    Jack Rabbits, 1528 Hendricks Ave, Jacksonville, FL
Cost:      $8
Additional Info:      With Sainthood Reps and Think Happy Thoughts


MOVIES


What:     Alvin and the Chipmunks – Special Showing
When:     Tuesday, August 13th – 9:30 a.m.
Where:     Cinemark Tinseltown, 4535 Southside Blvd, Jacksonville, FL
Cost:      $1
Additional Info: Rated PG      
Tickets or Website:  www.cinemark.com


What:     Eric Clapton’s Crossroads 2013 – Special Showing
When:     Tuesday, August 13th – 7:30 p.m.
Where:     Cinemark Tinseltown, 4535 Southside Blvd, Jacksonville, FL
Cost:      $6.25 to $9.25
Additional Info: Rated PG-13   
Tickets or Website:  www.cinemark.com


What:     Dirty Dancing – Special Showings
When:     Wednesday, August 14th – 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
Where:     Cinemark Tinseltown, 4535 Southside Blvd, Jacksonville, FL
Cost:      $13-15
Additional Info: Rated PG-13   
Tickets or Website:  www.cinemark.com


What:     Rifftrax Live – Starship Troopers
When:     Thursday, August 15th – 8:00 p.m.
Where:     Cinemark Tinseltown, 4535 Southside Blvd, Jacksonville, FL
Cost:      $10.50 to $12.50
Additional Info: Rated R
Tickets or Website:  www.cinemark.com


What:     Movie Night at the Cummer – American Graffiti
When:     Friday, August 16th – Doors at 7:30 p.m.
Where:     Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens, 829 Riverside Ave., Jacksonville, FL
Cost:      $10 ($6 for members)
Additional Info:      Outside event. Reservations required.
Tickets or Website:     http://www.cummer.org/


What:     Free Showing – Rise of the Guardians
When:     Friday, August 16th – 8:00 p.m.
Where:     Russell Park, 800 Seminole Rd., Atlantic Beach, FL
Cost:      Free
Additional Info:   Movie begins at dusk on the basketball court. Free popcorn.  


What:     Summer Movie Classics - Charade
When:     Sunday, August 18th – 2:00 p.m.
Where:     Florida Theatre Jacksonville, 128 East Forsyth St., Jacksonville, FL
Cost:      $11
Additional Info:      1963 – comedy, mystery, romance


COMEDY


What: Stand-Up Comedy - Comedy Showcase - Local Comedians
When: Tuesday, August 13th – 8:00 p.m.
Where: The Comedy Zone, 3130 Hartley Road, Jacksonville, FL
Cost: $6-12
Additional Info: Located in the Marriott off of San Jose, near 295
Tickets or Website: http://www.comedyzone.com


What: Stand-Up Comedy - Comedy Showcase - Local Comedians
When: Wednesday, August 14th – 8:00 p.m.
Where: The Comedy Zone, 3130 Hartley Road, Jacksonville, FL
Cost: $6-12
Additional Info: Located in the Marriott off of San Jose, near 295
Tickets or Website: http://www.comedyzone.com


What: Stand-Up Comedy – John Caparulo
When: Thursday, August 15th – 8:00 p.m.
Where: The Comedy Zone, 3130 Hartley Road, Jacksonville, FL
Cost: $20-25
Additional Info: Located in the Marriott off of San Jose, near 295
Tickets or Website: http://www.comedyzone.com


What: Stand-Up Comedy – Scott Novotny
When: Thursday, August 15th – 8:04 p.m.
Where: Jacksonville Comedy Club, 11000 Beach Blvd., Jacksonville, FL
Cost: $6-15
Additional Info: Fun in a Bun Thursday
Tickets or Website: https://www.jacksonvillecomedy.com/showroom-calendar.aspx


What: Stand-Up Comedy – Improv Effect
When: Friday, August 16th – 7:15 p.m.
Where: Jacksonville Comedy Club, 11000 Beach Blvd., Jacksonville, FL
Cost: $10-15
Additional Info: All Improv Effect ticket holders can stay for Scott Novotny’s 8:30 show
Tickets or Website: https://www.jacksonvillecomedy.com/showroom-calendar.aspx


What: Stand-Up Comedy – John Caparulo
When: Friday, August 16th – 8:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m.
Where: The Comedy Zone, 3130 Hartley Road, Jacksonville, FL
Cost: $20-25
Additional Info: Located in the Marriott off of San Jose, near 295
Tickets or Website: http://www.comedyzone.com


What:     Mad Cowford Signature Short Form Show
When:     Friday, August 16th – 8:15 p.m.
Where:     Northstar Substation, 119 East Bay St., Jacksonville, FL
Cost:      $5
Additional Info:      Similar style to Whose Line Is It Anyway?


What: Stand-Up Comedy – Scott Novotny
When: Friday, August 16th – 8:34 p.m.
Where: Jacksonville Comedy Club, 11000 Beach Blvd., Jacksonville, FL
Cost: $6-25
Additional Info: Feature Act: Mark Matusof
Tickets or Website: https://www.jacksonvillecomedy.com/showroom-calendar.aspx


What:    Vickie Shaw – Comedy Fundraiser
When:     Saturday, August 17th – 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Where:     Riverside House, 2165 Park St., Jacksonville, FL
Cost:      $40-55
Additional Info:      Charity event. Cash and food donations accepted at door.


What: Stand-Up Comedy – John Caparulo
When: Saturday, August 17th  – 8:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m.
Where: The Comedy Zone, 3130 Hartley Road, Jacksonville, FL
Cost: $20-25
Additional Info: Located in the Marriott off of San Jose, near 295
Tickets or Website: http://www.comedyzone.com


What: Stand-Up Comedy – Scott Novotny
When: Saturday, August 17th – 8:04 p.m.
Where: Jacksonville Comedy Club, 11000 Beach Blvd., Jacksonville, FL
Cost: $6-25
Additional Info: Feature Act: Mark Matusof
Tickets or Website: https://www.jacksonvillecomedy.com/showroom-calendar.aspx


What:     Mad Cowford Long Form Improv Theatre
When:     Saturday, August 17th – 8:15 p.m.
Where:     Northstar Substation, 119 East Bay St., Jacksonville, FL
Cost:      $5
Additional Info:      Improv show.
  

What:     Stand-Up Comedy – Brad Brake
When:     Saturday, August 17th – 8:30 p.m.
Where:     Gypsy Comedy Club, 828 Anastasia Blvd., St. Augustine, FL
Cost:      $12
Additional Info:     With Isabel Stone
Tickets or Website:     http://thegypsycomedyclub.com/


SPORTS


What:     Jacksonville Suns vs. Birmingham Barons – Minor League Baseball
When:     Tuesday, August 13th – 7:05 p.m.
Where:     Jacksonville Baseball Grounds, 301 A. Philip Randolph Blvd., Jacksonville, FL
Cost:      $7 and up
Additional Info:      N/A


What:     Jacksonville Suns vs. Birmingham Barons – Minor League Baseball
When:     Wednesday, August 14th – 7:05 p.m.
Where:     Jacksonville Baseball Grounds, 301 A. Philip Randolph Blvd., Jacksonville, FL
Cost:      $7 and up
Additional Info:      N/A


What:     Jacksonville Suns vs. Birmingham Barons – Minor League Baseball
When:     Thursday, August 15th – 7:05 p.m.
Where:     Jacksonville Baseball Grounds, 301 A. Philip Randolph Blvd., Jacksonville, FL
Cost:      $7 and up
Additional Info:      N/A


What:     Jacksonville Suns vs. Birmingham Barons – Minor League Baseball
When:     Friday, August 16th – 7:05 p.m.
Where:     Jacksonville Baseball Grounds, 301 A. Philip Randolph Blvd., Jacksonville, FL
Cost:      $7 and up
Additional Info:      N/A


What:     Jacksonville Suns vs. Birmingham Barons – Minor League Baseball
When:     Saturday, August 17th – 7:05 p.m.
Where:     Jacksonville Baseball Grounds, 301 A. Philip Randolph Blvd., Jacksonville, FL
Cost:      $7 and up
Additional Info:      N/A
  
  
FAMILY


What:     RSVP Vocal Auditions
When:     Tuesday, August 13th – 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where:     Ritz Theatre and Museum, 829 North Davis St., Jacksonville, FL
Cost:      $20 (cash only)
Additional Info:      Middle and high school singer auditions for RSVP youth choir.


What:     Reading Readiness Screening
When:     Tuesday, August 13th – 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Where:     Nemours Childrens Clinic, 2300 Park Avenue Suite 206, Orange Park, FL
Cost:      Free
Additional Info:  Literacy screening for children ages 3-5. Free. 10 mins.   


What:     Teen/Tween Survival Cooking
When:     Tuesday, August 13th – 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Where:     St. Johns County Library, Southeast Branch, 6670 US1 South, St. Augustine, FL
Cost:      Free
Additional Info:      Teaches kids to cook and make bento-style lunches/lunchboxes.
Tickets or Website:     Call 904-827-6900 to register


What:     Little Learners – Programs & Education for Pre-Schoolers
When:     Wednesday, August 14th – 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Where:     Museum of Science & History (MOSH), 1025 Museum Circle, Jacksonville, FL
Cost:      All admission $5 for these two hours
Additional Info:      N/A
Tickets or Website:     http://www.themosh.org/events.html


What:     Dance Team Auditions
When:     Friday, August 16th – 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Where:     City Dance 514, 7111 Davis Creek Rd., Suite 6, Jacksonville, FL
Cost:      $5 per audition, cash only
Additional Info:      Ages 4-19 only.
Tickets or Website:     http://citydance514.com/


What:     End of Summer Lock-in at Adventure Landing
When:     Friday, August 16th – 10:00 p.m. (overnight)
Where:     Adventure Landing, 1944 Beach Blvd., Jacksonville Beach, FL
Cost:      $45
Additional Info: For rising 6th to 8th grade students only      
Tickets or Website:     http://tide-es2.eventbrite.com/?rank=61


What:     Back 2 School Bash – Hockey and Skating Clinics
When:     Saturday, August 17th – 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Where:     Jacksonville Ice and Sportsplex, 3605 Philips Hwy., Jacksonville, fL
Cost:      Free
Additional Info:      Hockey clinics at 9 and 10; skating clinics at 11 and noon.
Tickets or Website:     http://www.jaxiceandsportsplex.com/


What:     Fossil ID Day at the MOSH
When:     Saturday, August 17th – 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Where:     Museum of Science & History (MOSH), 1025 Museum Circle, Jacksonville, FL
Cost:      Free with museum admission ($8-10)
Additional Info:      “Do you have a mystery object? A panel of scientists will be on site from 10am to 1pm to provide you with information about your find.”
Tickets or Website:     http://www.themosh.org/Home.html


What:     Shampooch! Charity Dog Wash
When:     Saturday, August 17th – 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Where:     Pet Shots West, 5425 Verna Blvd., Jacksonville, FL
Cost:      Suggested donation of $10 per dog
Additional Info:      All proceeds benefit the animals at Animal Care and Protective Services.
Tickets or Website:     http://www.friendsofjaxanimals.com/


What:     Kids and Teen Safety Class
When:     Saturday, August 17th – 1:00 p.m.
Where:     Studio Jear, 11760 Marco Beach Drive, Suite 3, Jacksonville, FL
Cost:      $3 for 7-12 year olds; $5 for 13-18 year olds.
Additional Info:      Awareness, safety and self defense instruction for kids and teens.
Tickets or Website:     www.zumbajear.com


MISC. EVENTS (THEATRE, CHARITY, SHOWS, 5K, SOCIAL, ETC.)


What:     Go First Coast Blood Drive
When:     Monday, August 12th – 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Where:     Prime F. Osborn III Convention Center, 1000 Water St., Jacksonville, FL
Cost:      FREE
Additional Info: Day-long blood drive. Enter raffles for iPad & Jag ticket giveaways.      
Tickets or Website:     http://igiveblood.com/


What:     Eat Up Downtown
When:     Monday, August 12th – Various Times
Where:     Various Restaurants – See Website for Participants
Cost:      $15, $25, $35 or $45
Additional Info:      Flat fee for dinners at various local restaurants. $45 gets dinner on Foxy Lady Cruises. Reservations required.
Tickets or Website:     http://eatupdowntown.com/


What:     GlobalJax Brazilian Social
When:     Monday, August 12th – 6:00 p.m.
Where:     Brazil Jax Café, 9825 San Jose Blvd. #20, Jacksonville, FL
Cost:      $10 for GlobalJax members; $15 for Guests
Additional Info:      Evening social with visitors from Brazil


What:     Matanzas Inlet Hike with GTM Research
When:     Tuesday, August 13th – 8:30 a.m.
Where:     Matanzas Inlet Parking Lot, 8655 A1A South, St. Augustine, FL
Cost:      Free
Additional Info: Please RSVP online or by calling. Hike and education.      


What:     Raise Your Glass for the Fallen
When:     Tuesday, August 13th – 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Where:     Mellow Mushroom, 1018-2 North 3rd Street, Jacksonville Beach, FL
Cost:      Free admission; food & drinks at cost.
Additional Info:      Happy Hour to raise funds & awareness for the Children of Fallen Patriots Foundation.


What:     Jax. Beach Art Walk
When:     Tuesday, August 13th – 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where:     Downtown Jacksonville Beach, 234 1st St. North to 5th Ave. North, Jacksonville Beach
Cost:      Free
Additional Info:      Every second Tuesday.


What:     Come Together Summer Tour 2013 – God Belongs in My City
When:     Tuesday, August 13th – 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Where:     First Coast Christian Center, 2724 New Berlin Road, Jacksonville, FL
Cost:      $17-22
Additional Info: N/A
Tickets or Website:     www.godbelongsinmycity.com


What:     Amateur Night Auditions
When:     Thursday, August 15th – 5:00 p.m. to 6:15 p.m.
Where:     Ritz Theatre and Museum, 829 North Davis St., Jacksonville, FL
Cost:      Free
Additional Info:      Closed to spectators


What:     Dancing With the Chamber Stars
When:     Thursday, August 15th – 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where:     Arthur Murray Jacksonville South, 11018 Old St. Augustine Road, Jacksonville, FL
Cost:      $10 at the door; $5 online pre-registration
Additional Info:      Intro. to ballroom dancing. Networking. Food & drinks.
Tickets or Website:   


What:     Wine Tasting
When:     Thursday, August 15th – 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where:     Mangia! Italian Bistro & Bar
Cost:      $15
Additional Info: Occurs every two weeks.       


What:     Downtown Catalyst Club 2nd Anniversary Meetup
When:     Thursday, August 15th – 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where:     Dos Gatos, 123 E. Forsyth St., Jacksonville, FL
Cost:      Free
Additional Info:      Networking/socializing event.


What:     Downtown Throwndown at The Elbow
When:    Thursday, August 15th – 6:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. Friday
Where:     Multiple locations downtown
Cost:      Free
Additional Info:      Free entry and free live music at multiple downtown venues.


What:     Friday Market
When:     Friday, August 16th – 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Where:     Jacksonville Landing, 2 Independent Drive W., Jacksonville, FL
Cost:      Free
Additional Info:      Multiple vendors – arts, gifts, food, etc.


What:     Timuquana Country Club/Florida Yacht Club Front 9 5K
When:     Friday, August 16th – 4:30 p.m.
Where:     Timuquana Country Club, 4028 Timuquana Rd., Jacksonville, FL
Cost:      $20 through the 9th; $25 through the 15th; $30 day of.
Additional Info:      Tumuquana CC and Florida Yacht Club members only/


What:     Let Your Heart Shine Talent Show
When:     Friday, August 16th – 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where:     Brooks Assembly 1 & 2, 3599 University Blvd. South, Jacksonville, FL
Cost:      $6.27
Additional Info: Sales end Aug. 14th.


What:     Toast to the Animals
When:     Friday, August 16th – 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Where:     Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront, 225 East Coastline Drive, Jacksonville, FL
Cost:      $50
Additional Info:    Benefit for Jax. Humane Society. 100+ beers & wines; food; auctions; more.      


What:     East Coast Bachelor/Bachelorette Charity Auction
When:     Friday, August 16th – 7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Where:     The OASIS by SALT Concepts, 1662 Stockton St., Jacksonville, FL
Cost:      $40 in advance; $50 at the door
Additional Info:      Band, charity auction, ballroom party.
Tickets or Website:     http://www.saltconcepts.com/


What:     Givers & Growlers – Charity Event at Mile Marker Brewing
When:     Friday, August 16th – 7:00 p.m.
Where:     Mile Marker Brewing, 3420 Agricultural Center Drive, St. Augustine, FL
Cost:      $15
Additional Info:     Entry gets you two drink tokens. Support for Betty Griffin House.  


What:     Folio Weekly’s 20th Annual Beer and Music Festival
When:     Friday, August 16th – 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Where:     Morocco Shrine Auditorium, 3800 St. Johns Bluff Rd. South, Jacksonville, FL
Cost:      $25 in advance; $30 at the door for GA. VIP is $5 more for each.
Additional Info:      Sample over 200 beers. Food/restaurant vendors on site also.


What:     Feel tha Fascination: 4th Annual JASMYN Benefit
When:     Friday, August 16th – 8:00 p.m.
Where:     The Museum, 4160 Boulevard Center Dr., Jacksonville, FL
Cost:      $30 in advance; $35 at the door.
Additional Info:      Masquerade/costume benefit for local at-risk LGBT youth.
Tickets or Website:     http://feelthafascination.splashthat.com/


What:     Pixelated – Nerdcore Music and Art Show
When:     Friday, August 16th – 9:00 p.m.
Where:    Club TSI, 333 E. Bay St., Jacksonville, FL
Cost:      $5 cover
Additional Info:      Music, art, burlesque, gaming, more.


What:     Fight for Air Walk/Run
When:     Saturday, August 17th – 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Where:     Jacksonville Landing, 2 Independent Dr. W., Jacksonville, FL
Cost:      $30 until Aug. 16th; $40 for event day walk-ups.
Additional Info:      5K and 1 mile walk/run.


What:     600 Point Prone Match – Rifle Competition
When:     Saturday, August 17th – 8:00 a.m.
Where:     Gateway Pistol & Rifle Club, 9301 Zambito Ave., Jacksonville, FL
Cost:      Unknown. Contact for info.
Additional Info:      Members only.


What:     First Annual Entertainment Industry vs. Corporate America Charity Paintball Event
When:     Saturday, August 17th – 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where:     Paintball Adventures, 11850 Camden Road, Jacksonville, FL
Cost:      $35
Additional Info: Price includes full gear, 500 rounds and access to all-day events


What:    Hunger Fight’s Family Fun Run
When:     Saturday, August 17th – 8:30 a.m.
Where:     Jacksonville Zoo, 370 Zoo Parkway, Jacksonville, FL
Cost:      $35 before the 15th; $45 day of from 7-8 a.m.
Additional Info:      Benefit runs at the Jax. Zoo.


What:     March of Dimes – Bikers for Babies
When:     Saturday, August 17th – 8:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Where:     Adamec Harley Davidson, 8909 Baymeadows Rd., Jacksonville, FL
Cost:      $20 for riders; $15 for passengers.
Additional Info:      Motorcycle fundraiser. Food, music, activities & more.


What:     USPSA Steel Challenge – Shooting Competition
When:     Saturday, August 17th – 9:00 a.m.
Where:     Ancient City Shooting Range, 3021 Agricultural Center Drive, St. Augustine, FL
Cost:      $15 for members; $20 for nonmembers
Additional Info:      Registration begins at 8:30 a.m.


What:     We Run the Streets – Car, Bike and Truck Show
When:     Saturday, August 17th – 12:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where:     Fairgrounds, 510 Fairgrounds Place, Jacksonville, FL
Cost:      $10 for tickets; $20 for bike registration; $25 for car/truck registration
Additional Info:      Kids zone, vendors, 200+ exotic cars.


What:     Mobile Mayhem Food Festival
When:     Saturday, August 17th – 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Where:     By Tinseltown, 9726 Touchton Rd., Jacksonville, FL
Cost:      Free
Additional Info:      Live bands and a DJ
Tickets or Website:  https://www.facebook.com/events/418295054952657/
Thanks to Reddit user Oinari04 for the tip!

What:     TEDx Jacksonville Salon at MOSH
When:     Saturday, August 17th – 6:45 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Where:     Museum of Science and History (MOSH), 1025 Museum Circle, Jacksonville, FL
Cost:      $23
Additional Info:      Free drink included. Museum access, networking, food, bar, TED Talks.


What:     Dance Party
When:     Saturday, August 17th – Doors at 7:00 p.m.
Where:     Ponte Vedra Concert Hall, 1050 A1A North, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL
Cost:      FREE!
Additional Info:      Open to the public. Music, raffle, food and cash bar.
Tickets or Website:     http://friendspvch.org/


What:     Jacksonville Wedding Venue Tour
When:     Sunday, August 18th – 11:30 a.m.
Where:     The Wedding Loft, 10210 San Jose Blvd., Jacksonville, FL
Cost:      $30 for engaged couple; $15 for additional guest.
Additional Info:      Tour multiple wedding venues in Jax.
Tickets or Website:     http://jacksonvilleweddinglofttour.eventbrite.com/


What:     Mobile Mayhem Food Festival
When:     Sunday, August 18th – 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where:     By Tinseltown, 9726 Touchton Rd., Jacksonville, FL
Cost:      Free
Additional Info:      Live bands and a DJ
Tickets or Website:  https://www.facebook.com/events/418295054952657/
Thanks to Reddit user Oinari04 for the tip!

CLASSES & EDUCATION


What:     Ready Day One/4th Trimester: Destination Maternity
When:     Monday, August 12th – 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where:    Baptist Health, 4880 Big Island Drive, Jacksonville, FL
Cost:      $55 per couple
Additional Info:      Two night series (second night is August 19th)


What:     Painting Class with Elaine Bedell
When:     Thursday, August 15th – 1:00 p.m.
Where:     Premier Gallery at Bank of America Tower, 50 North Laura St., Ste. 150, Jacksonville, FL
Cost:      $5 TAC Member; $10 Non-TAC member
Additional Info:      N/A

  
What:     Third Thursday Lecture – The Naval Civil War in Florida
When:     Thursday, August 15th – 6:30 p.m.
Where:     Mandarin Community Club, 12447 Mandarin Road, Jacksonville, FL
Cost:      Free
Additional Info:      Donations encouraged.
Tickets or Website:     http://www.mandarinmuseum.net/


What:     Marketing Your Books Workshop
When:     Saturday, August 17th – 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Where:     UNF Division of Continuing Education, Herbert University Center – 12000 Alumni Drive, Jacksonville, FL
Cost:      $99
Additional Info:     One-time class on marketing/promoting books.      


What:     Drum Tuning Workshop
When:     Saturday, August 17th – 1:00 p.m.
Where:     George’s Music, 912 S. Third St., Jacksonville Beach, FL
Cost:      Free
Additional Info:      60 minute class.


What:     Fundamentals of Carrying a Concealed Handgun Course
When:     Saturday, August 17th – 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Where:     On Target Sports, 2000 Wells Pond Court, Orange Park, FL
Cost:      $75
Additional Info:      Instruction on concealed weapons – laws, shooting tips, etc.


RECURRING & ONGOING EVENTS


What:     NRA First Steps Handgun Class
When:     Every Monday at 9:00 a.m.
Where:     A.T.T.A.C., 3021 Agricultural Center Drive, St. Augustine, FL
Cost:      $75
Additional Info:   4-hour course, intro to firearm handling  


What: Jacksonville Top to Bottom Walking Tour
When: Every Tuesday at 10 a.m.
Where: Meets at Jax. Landing escalators, 2 W. Independent Dr., Jacksonville, FL
Cost: $15 for adults; $5 for kids
Additional Info: Lasts 1 hr, 45 mins. Approx. 1 mile of walking.
Tickets or Website: http://www.visitjacksonville.com/events/jacksonville-top-to-bottom-walking-tour/


What:  Cosmic Concerts at the MOSH
When: Every Friday at 7, 8, 9 and 10:00 p.m.
Where: Museum of Science & History (MOSH), 1025 Museum Circle, Jacksonville, FL
Cost: $5; additional $1 for laser glasses
Additional Info: Different albums played at each show; see site for date/time details
Tickets or Website: http://moshplanetarium.org/shows-times/show?nid=93


What:   The St. Augustine Flea Market
When:   Every Saturday and Sunday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where:   2495 State Road 207, St. Augustine, FL
Cost:  Free Admission
Additional Info:  N/A
Tickets or Website:   http://events.staugustine.com/events/community/st-augustine-flea-market


What:   Old City Farmers' Market
When:   Every Saturday, 8:30 a.m.
Where:   St. Augustine Amphitheater, St. Augustine, FL
Cost:   Free Admission
Additional Info:  N/A
Tickets or Website:   http://events.staugustine.com/events/community/old-city-farmers%E2%80%99-market


What: Amelia Farmers Market
When: Every Saturday, 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Where:  Shops of the Omni, Amelia Island Plantation, 6800 1st Coast Hwy, Amelia Island, FL
Cost: Free Admission
Additional Info: No pets allowed.
Tickets or Website: http://www.ameliafarmersmarket.com/


What:     Studio Jear! Les Mills Bodypump Class
When:     Every Saturday, 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
Where:     Studio Jear, 11760 Marco Beach Drive, Suite 3, Jacksonville, FL
Cost:      $8
Additional Info:      60 minute barbell class.


What:   Riverside Arts Market
When:   Every Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where:   Under the Fuller Warren in Riverside, Jacksonville, FL
Cost:   Free Admission
Additional Info:  N/A
Tickets or Website:   http://riversideartsmarket.com/about/


What:     Concealed Weapons Class
When:     Every Saturday, 10:00 a.m.
Where:     Shooters Firearms, 5085 University Blvd. West, Jacksonville, FL
Cost:      $50
Additional Info:      Arrive by 9:15. No pre-registration. First come, first serve.


Trivia! Trivia Nation hosts trivia at bars and restaurants all over NE Florida, with events almost every night of the week. Find a bar or restaurant that you like and head on out.
http://www.trivianation.com/live-trivia-show/live-trivia-challenge-jacksonville-florida
 

Great Sites for Ongoing Events:

Folio Weekly’s List of Ongoing Events (Bottom of the page): http://www.folioweekly.com/calendar.html

Jacksonville.com’s List of Ongoing Events: http://events.jacksonville.com

St. Augustine.com’s List of Ongoing Events: http://events.staugustine.com/

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