MOSH hosts a taste of the Philippines

WHAT: The Museum of Science & History (MOSH) will host the fourth annual A Taste of the Philippines event on Thursday, October 7, 2021 from 6 - 9 p.m.

Guests will enjoy a pop-up art exhibit and creative conversations with Filipino-American artists of Jacksonville in the Bryan-Gooding Planetarium, tastings by Jax Filipino Chefs and other local businesses, a panel discussion with local Filipina artists facilitated by Agnes Lopez who is highlighting her newest work: The Pinay Project, crafted cocktails* by Tanduay and much more.

*The event is appropriate for all ages; the purchase of alcoholic beverages is reserved for those 21+.

Doors open at 6 p.m.

WHERE: Museum of Science & History (MOSH)

WHEN: October 7, 2021
6 – 9 p.m.

COST: Tickets are $40.50 for members and $45 for non-members. Children 2 and under are free. Tickets are available and can be purchased here.

SAFETY: The MOSH aims to ensure the health and safety of staff and guests. In accordance with CDC guidelines, masks are strongly encouraged inside the Museum.

 The Museum of Science and History (MOSH)
 1025 Museum Circle
 Jacksonville, FL 32207
 (904) 396-MOSH (6674)

The Cummer Museum is ready to entertain you

Here are a few ideas to bring your family and friends to this month. Give them a call and make your reservation today. Make plans to have a Merry Christmas this year. 

Illuminating Nature | December 11, 15, 18 | 5 to 9 p.m. + Admission to the Museum and Gardens is FREE on Tuesday and Friday nights and includes this event. Food and beverages will be available for purchase. Register Here. Play witness to the transformative power of light and color in the Cummer Gardens during this unique opportunity to view a familiar landscape in a whole new light!

After the sun goes down, come experience an installation of glowing fabric sculptures throughout the Cummer Gardens. Make an evening with them by dining in the Café (reservations are suggested), enjoying live music, and cozying up with a beverage from the garden bar.

Winter Art Camp (Virtual!) December 28, 29, 30 - During this online winter camp, young artists will explore the Museum to experience different perspectives and mediums across cultures, times, and locations and create their own unique artworks.
Ages 6 to 8 from 9 to 11:30 a.m.
Ages 9 to 12 from 1 to 3:30 p.m. Register Here. Members | $25 per class; Non-Members | $30 per class. + Registration fee includes art kit to complete art-making activities during each class and a complimentary family admission pass.

Shop the Season – Shop Online: Just in time for the Holidays! Gifts from the Cummer Shop support our mission, and we know you will find unique finds they will adore. Free ground shipping on orders over $50. Offer expires Dec. 17. Use your member discount code, Member10, at checkout and save 10% off all purchases.

Meal Delivery

Let Chef's Garden cook for you! The Cummer Café is adapting to be more socially responsible in finding ways to best serve you, their valued community. Chef’s Garden, the Café’s catering team, is taking even more precautions to ensure they are working to the highest levels of health and safety standards. Chef’s Garden’s Meal Delivery Program offers socially responsible dining options with ready to eat meals for your family dinners. Available for same-day delivery when purchased before 12 p.m.

Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens
   829 Riverside Avenue
   Jacksonville, Florida 32204
   (904) 356-6857
   Hours of Operation & Admission

‘Grumpy's’ Food Giveaway!

(Update: Monday April 6, 2020). The Giveaway was a complete success.  Please follow Grump's on their Facebook page for further news.  You may also order online by going to their website, or calling them at the number below.

April 3, 2020 kicked off Grumpy's 1st Annual Produce & Pantry Giveaway!  Every day they will set-up their Grumpy's Tent & Tables outside and give away Produce & Pantry items to their Orange Park Community, Staff Members, Friends, Family and Anyone In Need.

Grumpy’s would like to thank their food providers: “Chaney Brothers Foods” and “Sysco Foods”, for being kind enough to donate produce to our community and help kick start their giveaway.

Daily from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.!

Grumpy’s Restaurant
834 Kingsley Ave.
Orange Park, FL 32073
(904) 215-1956

Egypt comes to Jacksonville, FL for one enchanting evening

The ancient Egyptians knew how to party by hosting great festivals, and their revelries celebrated all the joys of life.  Join the Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and be transported back to a time when pharaohs ruled during this dynamic feast in honor of Striking Power: Iconoclasm in Ancient Egypt.  Wander the marketplace to be dazzled by percussion, charmed by a snake, and have your fortune told.  Magic and mystery await your visit!

All guests will enjoy beverages, hors d’oeuvres, dinner, themed music, and artful experiences. VIP and Young Professional ticket options available.

Single Dinner:
VIP | $250 (includes a private tour from 5:30 p.m. – 6 p.m.)
General | Members $150, Non-Members $175
Young Professionals (40 and under) | Members $100, Non-Members $125

Art of Power and Art of Nature Bundle:
one ticket to each dinner party
VIP | $450 (includes a private tour from 5:30 p.m. – 6 p.m.)
General | Members $275, Non-Members $325
Young Professionals (40 and under) | Members $185, Non-Members $235

Register for your experience HERE!  It’s not too late to attend and I’ll see you there this Friday.

Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens
  829 Riverside Avenue
  Jacksonville, Florida 32204
  (904) 356-6857
  Hours of Operation & Admission

Elegant dinner served with Andy Warhol at the Cummer

On Jan.6th, patrons recently celebrated the start of 2020 with the Cummer Museum of Arts’ recent acquisition of works by artist and pop-culture icon, Andy Warhol.  You would have loved to join the Cummer as they journeyed back to 1977, when pant legs were big and disco ruled the world!  They honored this legendary American artist and reimagine the Terry Gallery as the famed Studio 54 club. Whether you were dripping in sequins, or chic in vintage Halston & mink, guests were ready to ‘Boogie Down Broadway’ during an evening of glitz and glamour at “The Art of Pop: A Warhol Dinner Party.”

All Dinner Party guests enjoyed an open bar of beer & wine; hors d’oeuvres; themed music from DJ Nick Fresh and a few disco dancers from the Jacksonville Dance Theatre; famed Warhol art; a gift shop full of exquisite gifts and other trinkets, and a delicious dinner.  Guests also enjoyed a private art tour along with a signature cocktail prior to the start of the evening.  Dr. Adam Levine, Director & CEO of the Cummer, welcomed his guests and made introductions throughout the party.

Please allow me to share some of the scrumptious items from the dinner menu: Shrimp and Lobster Salad with Pea Tendrils, Corn Shoots, Frisee, Purple Beet Puree, Champagne and Golden Tomato Vinaigrette topped with an Edible Flower.
Tomato Bisque Shooter, Gourmet Grilled Cheese Selection, Truffle Infused and Caramelized Onion. Fresh Herbs, Bacon, Gruyere and Provolone.
Mini Beef Sliders stuffed with mushroom Duxelle with Roquefort Cheese and a Port Reduction on Buttered Brioche Bun.  Roasted Stuffed Mushrooms with Spinach, Boursin & Panko.  Rosemary and Parmesan Crinkle Fries served with ketchup. 
Chocolate Fondue Station: Milk Chocolate Fondue, served with a selection of accompaniments: Angel Food Cake, Pretzel rods, Strawberries, Bananas, Peanut butter cookies, and Marshmallows.

You won’t want to miss the next Dinner Party on February 24th. entitled: “The Art of Power: An Egyptian Dinner Party”

Ticket reservations are on sale NOW! 
Single Dinner:
VIP | $250 (includes a private tour from 5:30 p.m. - 6 p.m.)
General | Members $150, Non-Members $175
Young Professionals (40 and under) | Members $100, Non-Members $125

Art of Power and Art of Nature Bundle:
(one ticket to each dinner party)
VIP | $450 (includes a private tour from 5:30pm - 6 p.m.)
General | Members $275, Non-Members $325
Young Professionals (40 and under) | Members $185, Non-Members $235.

Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens
   829 Riverside Avenue
   Jacksonville, Florida 32204
   (904) 356-6857
   Hours of Operation & Admission

2019 Southern Women’s Show is coming to JAX

The “Southern Women’s Show” will be back in Jacksonville, Florida from Thursday October 17th. to Sunday October 20, 2019.  You can enjoy over 300 vendor booths throughout the Prime Osborn Center.  There will be clothing, accessories, home decor, wine, gifts, make-up, gourmet products, crafts, live music, fashion shows, loads of freebies and “delicious foods”.

If you’ve previously attended the Southern Women’s Show, or this is your first time, you will be excited to know that special days have been designated for you again this year.  “Girls Night Out” will be Friday October 18 and a Complimentary Signature Cocktail with coupon; “Celebrating Women in Education”- FREE admission with Valid School ID at the Box Office for teachers and staff all weekend.  Saturday is “Mother Daughter Day”!

Saluting Women Veterans and Active Military, Police, Fire and Rescue – FREE admission all weekend with ID at the Box Office.  Visit the box office and show your military id card to receive one free admission (Acceptable Military ID Cards: Uniformed Service ID Card, State Issued Driver’s License or ID Card with Veteran designation, Department of Veteran Affairs ID Card) Military and First Responder Men are Welcome as well!

Val Chmerkovskiy will appear Saturday, October 19 to share the behind-the-scenes details of filming “Dancing with the Stars,” what it was like to grow up as an immigrant in Brooklyn, how he achieved career success amidst the ups and downs, and what others can learn from his inspirational life experiences in pursuit of their own dreams.

There are also a few fine Department Stores that have created a mini venue for your shopping convenience.  If you’ve missed it before – don’t miss it again.  Get your friends, family and coworker’s together as you make-a-day-of-it at the “2019 Southern Women’s Show” in Jacksonville, Florida.

“Southern Women’s Show”
DATES:         TIMES:
Thurs. Oct. 17, 2019  10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Fri. Oct. 18     10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Sat. Oct. 19     10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Sun. Oct. 20     11 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Location: Prime Osborn Center    
                1000 Water St.
    Jacksonville, Florida 32204

Tickets: Advanced Adults $10 online
    Admission at the door: $12
    $4 After 4pm: Thursday, Friday and Saturday on Tickets                   Purchased at the Door.
    Youth 6 – 12 yrs. $6
    Children under 6 FREE with paying adult
    Groups: $8.00 (10 or More; Advance Only)
    Parking $5 per car

‘2018 Southern Women’s Show’ quickly approaches

2017 picture

It’s not too early to think about attending the “2018 Southern Women’s Show” in Jacksonville, Florida; October 18-21, 2018.  The event is spectacular and for a mere $12 ($10 with a coupon), you can enjoy music, freebies, and vendors of every sort of product, or service that you could imagine.  There are plenty of restrooms (which are well maintained).  

There’s an area for you to rest and enjoy live entertainment (Savannah Chrisley, from USA's hit reality show, Chrisley Knows Best; Dana Cody is the owner of Tippie Toes Beauty Lounge in Miami; Naja Rickette, aka The Naja, is an award-winning, celebrity nail artist; Current Top 5 MasterChef competitor, Ashley Mincey; Winner of Food Network’s Extreme Chef Mexican Showdown, Chef Amadeus’ and many more).  Did I forget to mention the many food items that are located throughout the event and also in a specific area?  Just follow the delicious aromas.

When you enter the Prime Osborn Center (yes, it is that big of a deal), you are able to purchase a shopping bag to collect all your ‘goodies’.  The vendors entice you to come back to their area even if you are not prepared to take advantage of the “bling-bling” and fine wares that line the perimeters and intertwine throughout the center.  There are things for your personal body pampering.  You’ll find something for children, your spouse, your friend and something to beautify your house.

This is a great time to think about unique gifts for that ‘hard-to-shop for’ person.  You will leave the event having been fulfilled with time consumption, and getting your money’s worth.  Sign up for trips, baskets full of goodies, free treatments, parties, gifts, services and much more.  There are even a couple of fine Department Stores that have created a mini venue.

There’s something special every day of the event.  Besides many special presentations, there will be days for those elite group of people.  Military/Police/Fire/Rescue: One ticket for complimentary admission with ID on Thurs.  for Heroes Day.  Friday is Girls Night Out with $5 admission after 5pm!  Saturday is Mother Daughter Day!  Sunday is Teachers Day. All teachers get in FREE with school ID.

Shows of times gone by from Ms. "V"

So come one, come all and take a look.  Bring a friend or come by yourself (and don’t forget your comfortable shoes).  Even if you don’t have a lot of money to spend, you can make plans to come again next year; same time – same place.  I might even see you there.

2018 Southern Women’s Show
DATES:         TIMES:
Thurs. Oct. 18, 2018  10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Fri. Oct. 19     10 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Sat. Oct. 20     10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Sun. Oct. 21     11 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Location: Prime Osborn Center
     1000 Water St.
     Jacksonville, Florida 32204

TICKETS: Advanced Adults $10
     Admission at the door: $12
     $2 off Coupon
     $5 after 5 p.m.
     Youth 6 – 12 yrs. $6
     Group $8 each of 10 or more (Advance Only!)
     Children under 6 FREE with paying adult
     4 day pass $20
     VIP Shoppers Package $50
     Advance Discount Tickets available at Walgreens starting Sept. 18th.  Click here to find your local Walgreens.
      Parking $5 per car.

Southern Women’s Show day one highlights gymnast Laurie Hernandez

Laurie Hernandez, USA Silver and Gold medal winner in Rio, appeared at the 2017 Southern Women’s Show, Thursday at 4:30 p.m. on the Fashion Stage.  Laurie was interviewed by First Coast News anchorwoman, Keitha Nelson, whom you will recognize from the TV show; “Good Morning Jacksonville”.  The cute and fit seventeen-year-old gymnast answered questions from Keitha, and also numerous questions from very young enthusiastic gymnasts.  Miss Hernandez stayed around and signed copies of her book (“I Got This: To Gold and Beyond”) and took pictures with her fans.  She is very well spoken young woman and was an encourager to those in attendance.  Laurie was brought to the 2017 SWS by the Florida Dairy Farmers.

If you’ve previously attended the Southern Women’s Show, or this is your first time, you will be excited to know that more special days have been designated again this year.  “Girls Night Out” will be Friday October 20th. and admission is only $5 after 5 p.m.  “Mother/Daughter Day” will be held all day on Saturday Oct. 21st.  “Teachers Day” will be on Sun. Oct. 22nd.  Teachers who visit the Show Office (Room 104) on Sunday will receive a FREE ticket to the show!  *Must show your school ID to collect your complimentary ticket.

If you didn’t make it on Thursday – you have a few more days to catch all the action with the 2017 show.  There are lots of vendors, demonstrations, freebies, shows, eating and much more.  Grab your friends, family and coworker’s together as you make a day-of-it at the 2017 Southern Women’s Show in Jacksonville, Florida.

Southern Women’s Show
Dates:         Times:
Thurs. Oct. 19, 2017  10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Fri. Oct. 20     10 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Sat. Oct. 21     10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Sun. Oct. 22     11 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Location: Prime Osborn Center
     1000 Water St.
     Jacksonville, Florida 32204

TICKETS: Advanced Adults $10
     Admission at the door: $12
     $2 off Coupon
     Youth 6 – 12 yrs. $6.  Group $8 each of 10 or more (Advance Only!)
     Children under 6 FREE with paying adult
Advance Discount Tickets Available at Walgreens
     ($2 off discount coupon)
     Parking $7 - $5 per car.

‘Southern Women’s Show’ 2017 is coming to JAX

The “Southern Women’s Show” turns 30 this year and will be in Jacksonville, Florida from Thursday October 19 to Sunday October 22, 2017.  You can enjoy over 400 vendor booths throughout the Prime Osborn Center.  There will be clothing, accessories, home decor, wine, gifts, make-up, gourmet products, crafts, live music, fashion shows, loads of freebies and “delicious foods”.

If you’ve previously attended the Southern Women’s Show, or this is your first time, you will be excited to know that special days have been designated again this year.  “Girls Night Out” will be Friday October 20th. and admission is only $5 after 5 p.m.  “Mother/Daughter Day” will be held all day on Saturday Oct. 21st.  “Teachers Day” will be on Sun. Oct. 22nd.  Teachers who visit the Show Office (Room 104) on Sunday will receive a FREE ticket to the show!  *Must show your school ID to collect your complimentary ticket.

Laurie Hernandez, a Silver and Gold medal winner in Rio, will be

appearing at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, October 19 on the Fashion Stage.  You also won’t want to miss the “Cooking Segment Shows” that run each of the four days.  There are also a few fine Department Stores that have created a mini venue for your shopping convenience.  You can purchase a reusable Women's Show tote to hold all your newfound goodies from the show! Pricing is 1 for $3 or 2 for $5.  A portion of the proceeds will go to Dreams Come True, a locally based nonprofit dedicated to granting dreams for children with life-threatening illnesses.

If you’ve missed it before – don’t miss it again.  Get your friends, family and coworker’s together as you make a day-of-it at the 2017 Southern Women’s Show in Jacksonville, Florida.

Southern Women’s Show
Dates:         Times:
Thurs. Oct. 19, 2017  10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Fri. Oct. 20     10 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Sat. Oct. 21     10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Sun. Oct. 22     11 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Location: Prime Osborn Center
     1000 Water St.
     Jacksonville, Florida 32204

TICKETS: Advanced Adults $10
     Admission at the door: $12
     $2 off Coupon
     Youth 6 – 12 yrs. $6
              Group $8 each of 10 or more (Advance Only!)
     Children under 6 FREE with paying adult
Advance Discount Tickets Available at Walgreens
     ($2 off discount coupon)
     Parking $5 per car.

2016 Southern Women’s Show is coming to JAX

The “Southern Women’s Show” will be in Jacksonville, Florida from Thursday October 20 to Sunday October 23, 2016.  You can enjoy over 400 vendor booths throughout the Prime Osborn Center.  There will be clothing, accessories, home decor, wine, gifts, make-up, gourmet products, crafts, live music, fashion shows, loads of freebies and “delicious foods”.

If you’ve previously attended the Southern Women’s Show, or this is your first time, you will be excited to know that special days have been designated again this year.  “Girls Night Out” will be Friday October 21 and admission is only $5 after 5 p.m.; “Teachers Day” will be on Sunday, October 23rd (the first 100 Teachers who come by the Show Office and show their School ID will receive a free Southern Women’s Show Bag); and “Mother/Daughter Day” will be held all day on Saturday Oct. 22nd.


There are also a few fine Department Stores that have created a mini venue for your shopping convenience.  If you’ve missed it before – don’t miss it again.  Get your friends, family and coworker’s together as you make a day-of-it at the 2016 Southern Women’s Show in Jacksonville, Florida.

Southern Women’s Show
Dates:         Times:
Thurs. Oct. 20, 2016  10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Fri. Oct. 21     10 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Sat. Oct. 22     10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Sun. Oct. 23     11 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Location: Prime Osborn Center
     1000 Water St.
     Jacksonville, Florida 32204

Tickets: Advanced Adults $10; Youth 6 – 12 yrs. $6
Advance Discount Tickets Available at Walgreens
    Group $8 (10 or more; Advance Only!)
    Children under 6 FREE with paying adult
    Admission at the door: $12
    ($2 off discount coupon)
    Parking $5 per car

The 2016 sponsors are: Chevrolet, Pearle Vision & Florida Lottery.

Sign up for trips, baskets filled with goodies, cooking schools, free treatments, gifts, services and much more.