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Looking for an activity that’s free to do this month?
Here are some First Coast freebies in the month of May.
Local Art Walks
First Wednesday Art Walk, May 6, Downtown Jacksonville – First Friday Riverside Art Walk, May 1, Historic 5 Points – First Friday St. Augustine Art Walk, May 1, Historic Downtown St. Augustine – Third Thursday North Beaches Art Walk, May 21, Atlantic and Neptune Beach Town Center
Ancient Ships
Throughout the month – An exhibit that features depictions of ancient ships on coins from the Greek, Roman and Phoenician eras, along with detailed models of early modern ships and manuscripts related to famous sea battles. karpeles.com
Art Fusion
Sundays, noon-4 pm – ArtFusion is a free Sunday afternoon drop-in program for families at the MOCA Downtown, providing a creative and supportive environment for children to work with their parents or adult caregivers, exploring exciting themes and hands-on projects related to exhibitions or collections you can visit together in the galleries. Info: mocajacksonville.org, or contact Kelly Eason 366-6911?207 or keason@mocajacksonville.org
Sunday Family Free Days at the MOCA
Sundays, noon-4 pm – Free admission for families at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Downtown Jacksonville. Children under the age of 18 and accompanying adults are free. Sponsored by Bank of America. Info: mocajacksonville.org
Free Salsa/ Latin Dancing Classes at the Grape
The 1st & 3rd Tuesday of every month. Join The Grape and Curtis J. Williams (Florida Ballet), instructor and choreographer, for free Salsa and Latin dancing classes for couples and singles. No reservations or prior Salsa dancing experience required. thegrape.com
THE PLAYERS free Tuesdays at the Cummer
The Cummer is open to the public, free of charge, every Tuesday from 4 to 9 pm – Visitors can view the museum’s Masterworks collection, stroll the historic riverfront gardens and experience Art Connections. Sponsored by THE PLAYERS. cummer.org
Meditation
Tuesdays & Wednesdays – Silent sitting & walking Meditation (doors open at 6:45 pm). All are welcome to attend. An introduction is given to all newcomers. ktcjax.org
Riverside Arts Market
Saturdays 10 am- 4 pm – Jacksonville’s high-energy free weekly arts, farmers, crafts and foods market under the canopy of the Fuller Warren Bridge on Riverside Avenue. Live entertainment 10:30 am to 3:30 pm on the River Stage. Public restrooms. Over 150 artists, farmers, and food vendors booths. Beautiful waterfront location with Downtown skyline views. RiversideArtsMarket.com
7th Annual Artisan Jewelry Trunk Show
Through May 9 – Eclectic Galleries presents an exclusive collection of handcrafted jewelry from 15 American artisans working in glass, pearl, clay, semi-precious stone, and fine metals. Six new jewelry studios will be introduced, and expanded collections from the gallery’s current designers will be featured. For more info, go to eclecticgalleries.com
Spoken Word at the Ritz
Thursday, May 7 at 7 pm-9 pm – The First Thursday of every month, the lobby of the Ritz is transformed into a stage for poets and poetry lovers of all ages. Show off your own talent for verse, or just come, listen and soak up the creative atmosphere. ritzlavilla.com
JCA Film Series- Dangerous Acts
Thursday, May 14 at 7:30 pm – In Dangerous Acts, a film by Shemi Zarhin, a tormented ex-convict seeks forgiveness from the woman whose family he killed. Winner of seven Israeli Academy Awards, including Best Director. Held at the Jewish Community Alliance in Mandarin. jcajax.org
Israeli Pianist Victor Goldberg
Friday, May 15 at 11 am and 7:30 pm – Friday Musicale Internationally acclaimed Russian born – Israeli Pianist. fridaymusicale.com
16th Annual Ponte Vedra Art Festival
Saturday & Sunday, May 16 & 17 from 10 am- 5 pm -featuring fine art and crafts, Kids Korner Art Center and Food. Artists travel from all over to participate in this event. The festival is open to the public and has a long history in the Ponte Vedra Community. Venues Event Planning is happy to be working with the Sawgrass Village Merchants to bring this extraordinary art festival to the Ponte Vedra area. For more information visit venuesplanning.com
8th Annual Verizon Wireless Kids 4 Kids Carnival
Saturday, May 16 from 10 am- 2pm – 8th Annual Verizon Wireless Kids 4 Kids Carnival hosted by the MaliVai Washington Kids Foundation will feature arts & crafts, games, prizes, a live DJ, tennis clinics, bounce houses & inflatables, and mascots for youth of all ages. The event will also feature over 30 community organizations providing helpful information on health & social services. This event will be held Saturday, May 16th from 10 am-2 pm at the MaliVai Washington Kids Foundation located at 1096 W. 6th Street (32209). This event is open to the public, however we will be accepting donations to support our mission. For more information, please call 359-KIDS (5437). malwashington.com
Mayor’s Older Buddies
Sunday, May 24 at 10:30 am – Join Mayor John Peyton to discuss issues pertinent to seniors. MOB members, be sure to wear your MOB t-shirts and buttons! Make your lunch reservations by March 20 by calling 630-7392. makeascenedowntown.com
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