Sat, April 14th 10am to 5pm
Art festival with kids activities, art displays, music and more, will be held at Orange Park Town Hall. This event is organized by the Art Guild of Orange Park, a non-profit community art group, and sponsored by the Town or Orange Park.
Art Guild of Orange Park / Orange Park Town Hall, 2042 Park Street / www.artguildoforangepark.com
Wed, April 18th 10amFree storytime in Neptune Beach in the courtyard of the shops at 200 First Street. The storytime events are best suited for families with children ages 18 months to 4 years. The Nanny Daisy costumed character will lead the children in educational songs and games and read a short story. She will be available for photos with the children and parents are welcome to bring their cameras.
904-241-2723 / 200 First Street, Neptune Beach
Friday, April 20th - Sunday April 22
The 27th Annual Cathedral Festival will feature live entertainment, music, food, bingo, silent auction, fireworks on Saturday night, shrimp dinner on Sunday night, midway rides and more. Visit website for parking, advance ride tickets and more.
Cathedral Parish / Mission of Nombre de Dios, 101 San Marco Avenue / thecathedralfestival.com
Saturday, April 21st 10am to 4pm
Join Earth Day Jacksonville and dozens of earth friendly companies for a day for the whole family. This annual event is celebrating its 22nd year at The Jacksonville Landing and features more than 80 booths of educational and interactive displays and live entertainment throughout the day on the main stage. A Children's Stage is added on the West end, offering a variety of kid-friendly hands-on displays.
Jacksonville Landing / 904-353-1188 / 2 Independent Drive / www.earthdayjax.com
Saturday, April 21st 10am to 4pm
Come celebrate William Bartram's birthday and Earth Day at Alpine Groves Park. There will be free food, children's crafts, riverfront activities, games, and more. Free orange juice will be served during the morning hours and a hot dog, chips, a drink and cake will be served at lunch time. There will also be a live butterfly release. For more details, contact Beverly Fleming 904-522-1573.
Alpine Groves Park / 904-522-1573 / 2060 State Road 13, Switzerland / www.sjcfl.us/recreation
Saturday, April 21st thru Sunday, April 29
Area National Parks will offer free admission, in honor of National Parks Week. Parks include Castillo de San Marcos National Monument, Cumberland Island National Seashore and more.
Sunday, April 22nd noon to 5pm
Visitors are welcome to tour any of the farms on the list between 12noon and 5pm. The community is invited to learn about local food production, where the food comes from, and the farmers who produce it. You will need to bring cash for any purchases.
Slow Food First Coast Tour de Farm / www.slowfoodfirstcoast.com
Thursday, April 26th 10am & noon
Theatreworks musical based on the best-selling series of books by Cynthia Rylant (Henry & Mudge). For grades PreK thru 3. Curriculum Connection: Relationships and Family, Language/Communication Skills, Literature-Based, Music. Tickets are $7.50 in advance or $8 at the door.
Theatreworks / 904-353-3500 / Florida Theatre, 128 E. Forsyth Street / www.floridatheatre.com
Saturday, April 28th 10am to 4pm
Families are invited to celebrate nature at Tree Hill. There will be eco-friendly vendors, food and drinks, a live butterfly exhibit, crafts, animals, presentations, entertainment and more. The live butterfly release will be at 3:30pm. (weather permitting). $5 Adults, $4 Seniors/Military/Students, $3 Kids.
Tree Hill Nature Center / 904-724-4646 / 7152 Lone Star Road / treehill.org
Saturday, April 28th noon to 8pm
16th Annual A Taste of St. Augustine features tastes from over 20 of St. Augustine's restaurants. Restaurants will compete for a variety of awards, based on votes. There will also be live music, and a 5K race held the same day. Admission to A Taste of St. Augustine is $5, and food and beverage tickets cost $1 each, with most "tastes" somewhere between 2-5 tickets. Free parking and children under 11 receive free admission.
