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25 Jul

Galaxy Festival, Where Culture and Science Ignite

Get ready for an out-of-this world experience as Friends of James Weldon Johnson Park and The ScienceSIS are…

14 Jun

Bluegrass, Beer, and Barbecue is now Brew & BBQ at James Weldon Johnson Park

JACKSONVILLE, FL – June 14, 2023 — Your favorite James Weldon Johnson Park festival is back and rebranded! Bluegrass, Beer, and…

12 Jun

The Poetry of James Weldon Johnson During His Birthday Week

The month of June at James Weldon Johnson Park is celebratory for many reasons, among the most meaningful…

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ArtWalk + JWJ's Holiday PopUp This Week! 💖 Stay

ArtWalk + JWJ's Holiday PopUp This Week! 💖 Stay connected to our socials for updates, check out our weekly lunch and live music schedule, and keep an eye on our feed for any changes!

We want to say a HUGE thank you to our Pop Up In T

We want to say a HUGE thank you to our Pop Up In The Park: Holiday Market Sponsor Sanitas (@MySanitas) whose generous support has helped make this event possible. Join us here in @JamesWeldonJohnsonPark for our Pop Up Holiday Market on Sunday, December 10, 2023, from 12pm to 4pm!

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@JamesWeldonJohnsonPark's Pop Up in the Park: Holi

@JamesWeldonJohnsonPark's Pop Up in the Park: Holiday Market is just over a week away! Join us on Sunday, December 10, 2023, from 12pm to 4pm - you won't want to miss it!

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Our favorite Art Walk at JWJPark of the year is ba

Our favorite Art Walk at JWJPark of the year is back on Wednesday, December 6th - featuring a special holiday program!!

Join us for performances from the @ScottJonesSchoolofDance, the @RonanSchoolofMusicJax, and @CathedralArtsProject Kids, as well as the @CityofJax's Christmas Tree lighting ceremony! Hosted by our Friend @RanceAdamsMedia of @RiverCityLiveTV! Sponsored by @mysanitas

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The Holidays Are In Full Swing at JWJPark! 💖 St

The Holidays Are In Full Swing at JWJPark! 💖 Stay connected to our socials for updates, check out our weekly lunch and live music schedule, and keep an eye on our feed for any changes!

Happy Thanksgiving from all of us to all of you an

Happy Thanksgiving from all of us to all of you and yours - May your holiday gatherings be stuffed with happiness and love!

All Park activities are paused from Thursday, November 23rd - Friday, November 24th. Activities will resume on Monday, November 27th.

#HappyThanksgiving #Thanksgiving

With over 30 local vendors setting up, there will

With over 30 local vendors setting up, there will be plenty of holiday shopping options during our Pop Up in the Park: Holiday Market on Sunday, December 10, 2023, from 12pm to 4pm! Join us here in @JamesWeldonJohnsonPark and knock a few items off your holiday gift list!

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We Are Thankful For You! 💖 Stay connected to ou

We Are Thankful For You! 💖 Stay connected to our socials for updates, check out our weekly lunch and live music schedule, and keep an eye on our feed for any changes! Happy Thanksgiving!

Have you made your plans to join us here in @James

Have you made your plans to join us here in @JamesWeldonJohnsonPark for our Pop Up in the Park: Holiday Market on Sunday, December 10, 2023? Come for live music, yummy eats, shopping with local vendors, and family friendly fun from 12pm to 4pm!

Visit the link in our bio for details and to RSVP!

🕎 Save the date! Totally Lit is BACK! 🕎 Joi

🕎 Save the date! Totally Lit is BACK! 🕎

Join @JamesWeldonJohnsonPark and the @JaxJewishCenter for our annual celebration of Hanukkah and its related traditions. We will enjoy live music, storytelling and crafts, dreidel games, and more! The Menorah lighting ceremony will be at approximately 6:30pm. Beer and Kosher Wine are available for purchase as well.

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Get Ready For Another Great Week in JWJPark! 💖

Get Ready For Another Great Week in JWJPark! 💖 Stay connected to our socials for updates, check out our weekly lunch and live music schedule, and keep an eye on our feed for any changes!

Happy Veteran's Day to all who serve, have served,

Happy Veteran's Day to all who serve, have served, and have made the ultimate sacrifice. All gave some, some gave all, and we all give thanks for your heroism.

All Park activities are paused today in observance of Veteran’s Day. Activities will resume on Monday, November 13th.

#HappyVeteransDay

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