In response to Florida’s COVID-19 Phase 2
protocols, Thrasher-Horne Center has reopened its doors for rental events with
limited capacity.
St. Johns River State College President, Joe Pickens states, “We are happy
to be able to reopen Thrasher-Horne Center for rental events and continue
our great partnership with Clay County. The
safety and well-being of our guests and staff is of upmost importance to us.”
Details of Thrasher-Horne Center’s reopening protocols include the following:
· All visitors on St. Johns
River State College campus are required to wear face masks.
· Group gatherings must be 50
people or less.
· Social distancing rules
apply.
For a complete list of these protocols visit THcenter rentals
for more information. Protocols may be
updated as CDC guidelines in Florida’s reopening phases change.
St. Johns River State College and Thrasher-Horne Center continue to assess the
situation and will provide updates as they come available. If you have any questions, or are interested
in and event, please contact their Ticket Office at (904) 276 - 6815 ext. 1 or email them.
LOCATION: The
Thasher-Horne Ctr.
St. Johns River State College
283 College Drive
Orange Park, FL 32065
The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens invites you to come take a moment
to experience the healing power of art in nature. The Museum is excited to announce its
reopening plans to welcome you back this summer, beginning in phases on June
20, 2020. The first phase of the
Museum’s reopening will provide access to the historic riverfront gardens;
phase two will include reopening the Museum’s galleries and exhibitions.
June 20 through 21 | The gardens will reopen for a special FREE admission
weekend for everyone in our community. Timed tickets are required and must be
reserved here.
- FREE
admission on Sat., June 20, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., sponsored by Florida
Blue.
- FREE
admission on Sun., June 21, will be available from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
June 23 through 26 | The gardens will open to members only
from Tues., June 23, through Fri., June 26. Timed tickets are required and must be
reserved here.
June 27 | The gardens will reopen under normal operating hours to
everyone in the community starting Sat., June 27. Timed tickets are required and must be
reserved here.
In order to prioritize the health of our guests and our staff, and to minimize
touch points and onsite capacity, all visitors must reserve a timed ticket for entry. Tickets will be for two-hour time increments
and are limited per time slot. Be sure
to secure your preferred time before tickets sell out. Tickets for the upcoming week will be added
every Monday morning. Check back often
for updates.
Tickets are free to members and children 5 and under. Tickets for adults, seniors, military, and
students are $5. Healthcare workers and
first responders (with ID) are free. And
don't forget, everyone can take advantage of their free admission days.
The galleries and exhibitions will reopen during phase two later this summer. If you have questions or concerns please
contact Visitor Experience, or call (904) 356–6857.
RESERVE YOUR TICKET TODAY: Your health and safety
are the Cummer Museum’s top priority.
They’ve gone to great lengths to ensure the utmost safety of our
visitors and staff upon reopening. Click here to review some of the measures they’ve taken and
will continue to take upon reopening. Please
be advised masks will be required – you may either wear your own, or one
will be provided for you upon arrival.
Cummer Museum of Art &
Gardens
829 Riverside Avenue
Jacksonville, Florida 32204
(904) 356-6857
Culture and conversation will be happening at the Cummer Museum of Arts &
Gardens, in response to current events through the arts. Throughout history, artists have used their
art forms to amplify conversations surrounding the injustices that have shaped
the country and world.
As part of the Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens' focused efforts to continue
to collaborate on initiatives with community partners, we hope you will
join us on Tuesday, June 16, 7 to 8 p.m., for a FREE panel discussion on how
the arts communicate a message to respond to current events.
The panel will be moderated by Wanda Willis, the Museum's Director of Community
Development, and will feature an esteemed group of arts and culture leaders in
our community. Virtual guests are
invited to register HERE to receive a Zoom link to connect with the panel
discussion. Space is limited; so, register
today!
DATE: Tuesday, June 16, 2020
TIME: 7 to 8 p.m.
COST: FREE
MODERATOR: Wanda Willis, Director of Community Development for
the Cummer Museum
PANELISTS: Shawana Brooks and Roosevelt Watson, Founders of 6 Feet Away
Gallery. Mal Jones, Hip Hop
Artist and Creator of The Lyricist Live.
Erin Kendrick, Artist and Art Instructor at JAMS (Jacksonville
Arts & Music School). Adonnica
Toler, Ritz Theatre & Museum Administrator. Joy Young, Executive Director of the
Cultural Council of Greater Jacksonville.
Main Street America Group, a Corporate Partner
of the Florida Theatre since 2005, has announced its renewed support of the
Theatre.
“Main Street America is proud to be a long-time supporter of the Florida
Theatre as part of our commitment to support the communities where our
employees live and work. The Theatre’s
mission strongly resonates with our employees, who are regular patrons of the
Theatre’s great programming. We are
honored to associate ourselves with an organization such as the Florida
Theatre, which has such a strong community presence,” said Dave
Medvidofsky, Senior Vice President of Human Resources.
"The historic Florida Theatre is pleased to play its part in providing
Northeast Florida with the music, dance and theatre programs that are part of
what gives Jacksonville the unique character that we have all come to
appreciate, and expect, as residents of a great city,” said Florida Theatre
President, Numa Saisselin. “The
theatre earns 85% of its annual budget from its business activities, and
support from the business community, like our returning Corporate Partner Main
Street America, helps to close that small budget gap every year and keep the
Florida Theatre and its programs something special for our community.”
The historic, nonprofit Florida Theatre is sponsored by Community First Credit
Union. For a complete list of upcoming events or to buy tickets visit the Theatre's official web site.
About Main Street America
Group: Founded in 1923, The Main Street America Group provides insurance to
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About Florida Theatre:
From ballet and opera to contemporary pop, jazz, rock, country and blues the
nonprofit Florida Theatre offers 200 cultural and entertainment events annually
for every taste and age. More than just
an entertainment center, Florida Theatre is also home to graduations, awards
ceremonies, lectures, business meetings and charity events that support the
community's schools, churches, hospitals and civic groups. As an anchor to downtown development along the
beautiful St. Johns River, Florida Theatre draws 250,000 people to
Jacksonville's center each year. The
magnificently restored Florida Theatre is recognized as one of the finest
concert venues in the Southeast. It is listed on the National Register of
Historic Places. The Florida Theatre
holds special memories for four generations. From the Vaudeville acts and
silent films of its earliest days to today's blend of performances of all
kinds, the Florida Theatre has served as Jacksonville's premier entertainment
center since 1927.
The Florida Theatre proudly welcomes the
critically-acclaimed improv show “Whose Live Anyway?” on Friday,
February 26, 2021. The current cast
members of the Emmy-nominated TV show Whose Line Is It Anyway? are proud
to present their new improv tour: Whose Live Anyway?
“Whose Live Anyway?” is 90 minutes of hilarious improvised comedy and song all
based on audience suggestions. Cast
members Ryan Stiles, Greg Proops, Jeff B. Davis and Joel
Murray will leave you gasping with the very witty scenes they invent before
your eyes. Audience participation is key
to the show so bring your suggestions and you might be asked to join the cast
onstage! Whose Live Anyway? showcases
some of the improv games made famous on the long-running TV show as well as
some exciting new ones, featuring musical direction by Bob Derkach.
All ages are welcome, but please note that some “PG-13” language will be used
during the performance.
The historic, nonprofit Florida Theatre is sponsored by Community First Credit
Union. For a complete list of upcoming
events or to buy tickets visit the Florida Theatre’s official website.
“Whose Live Anyway”
DATE: Fri., Feb. 26, 2021
TIME: 8 p.m.
TICKETS: $35 – $55
LOCATION: The
Florida Theatre
128
East Forsyth Street.
Jacksonville, FL
32202
(904) 355-2787
Jacksonville, Florida is making plans to bring
you some upcoming entertainment to you. WJCT,
in partnership with the Florida Theatre, announces that “Jake Shimabukuro” will
perform at the WJCT Soundstage on October 2, 2020 and “Orleans” will perform on
Wed., Nov. 11, 2020. Tickets are
available for purchase at wjct.org/events.
Shimabukuro, an award-winning ukulele player whose works have topped
Billboard’s World Music Chart on numerous occasions, gained worldwide fame when
a 2006 YouTube video of him playing “While My Guitar Gently Weeps” became one of the first-ever
viral videos. He has collaborated with a wide range of artists, including: Yo-Yo
Ma, Jimmy Buffett, Bette Midler, Cyndi Lauper, Jack Johnson, Ziggy Marley, Dave
Koz, Michael McDonald, Bela Fleck and the Flecktones, Tommy Emmanuel and
Marty Friedman. His most recent
album, “The Greatest Day” (2018), features new original instrumental
compositions and covers of beloved songs by The Beatles, Ed Sheeran, Jimi
Hendrix and Leonard Cohen.
Orleans, an American soft rock band, gained stardom during the 1970s topping
charts with their iconic hit singles, “Dance With Me” and “Still the One.” The
band’s name evolved from the music it was playing when it formed, which was
inspired by Louisiana artists such as Allen Toussaint and the Neville Brothers.
The WJCT Soundstage presents live performances in a unique and intimate
setting, from local and international touring musicians, as part of WJCT’s
Jacksonville Music Experience.
“Jake’s enchanting musical style resonates with fans of various genres, and
patrons will be amazed at Orleans’ performance of their chart-topping hits and
unique pop/rock sound,” said David McGowan, President and CEO of WJCT. “We look forward to welcoming Jake Shimabukuro
and Orleans to the WJCT Soundstage, and thank our friends at the Florida
Theatre for joining us in bringing these world-class musical artists to
Jacksonville.”
“Our partnership with WJCT allows us to offer Northeast Florida music fans a
unique concert experience that complements the theatre atmosphere. Together,
our organizations share a commitment to presenting the highest quality events
in a safe and engaging environment,” said Numa Saisselin, President of
the Florida Theatre.
Ticket sales may be restricted to ensure social distancing regulations are
followed. For more information about the WJCT Soundstage, visit wjct.org/jaxmusic.
About WJCT: WJCT is the community-owned and operated public media
organization serving Jacksonville and the First Coast since 1958, using
television, radio, digital media, and live events to help community members
learn, share, and grow. For more information on WJCT’s in-depth programming
content, log on to WJCT Online at
wjct.org. Like WJCT on Facebook (facebook.com/wjctjax) and follow WJCT on Twitter (@WJCTJax)
and Instagram (@WJCTJax).
LOCATION:
WJCT Soundstage
100 Festival Park Ave
Jacksonville, FL 32202
Experience the magic of the “Cinderella” menu in the comfort of your own home! Take a look at the takeout menu options for
Fri., June 12 –
Sun., June 14.
Takeout Hours: Fri.: 5:30 p.m. –
7:30 p.m.; Sat. –
Sun: 11 a.m. – 1
p.m.; 5:30 p.m. –
7:30 p.m.
Family-Style Meal: Fri., June 12 – Sun., June 14 (4 servings). Grilled
Pork Chops - center cut pork chops, barbecue glaze, corn pudding, zucchini
& squash medley, with dessert of Mini Dip & Roll - cake skewers with
caramel, chocolate, brown sugar, whipped cream.
$55
Entrée Options for Fri., June 12 – Sun., June 14 (1 serving/each) Slow Roasted Tri-Tip Sirloin
with natural jus, pan-roasted rosemary potatoes, roasted asparagus, cherry
tomatoes, with dessert of Mini Dip & Roll - cake skewers with caramel,
chocolate, brown sugar, whipped cream *GF* without dessert. OR Glazed Salmon - glazed with garlic, honey
& soy sauce, brown rice gratin, almonds, roasted wax beans, with dessert of
Mini Dip & Roll - cake skewers with caramel, chocolate, brown sugar,
whipped cream *GF* without dessert. OR Grilled
Pork Chops - center cut pork chops, barbecue glaze, corn pudding, zucchini
& squash medley, with dessert of Mini Dip & Roll - cake skewers with
caramel, chocolate, brown sugar, whipped cream.
OR Summer Barbecue Bowl - barbecue jackfruit, roasted corn, zucchini
& squash, barbecue baked beans, topped with Brussels sprout slaw and fried
corn chips, with dessert of Mini Dip & Roll - cake skewers with caramel,
chocolate, brown sugar, whipped cream *GF* without dessert. $20 each.
Click curbside-to-go dining-program or call the box office at
904.641.1212 to place your order and let us take care of dinner!
Price includes tax. Gratuity not
included –
but much appreciated. Orders may be
placed until 11 a.m. on day of pick-up. Quantities are limited. Available while supplies last.
“Cinderella”
DATES: June 11 through July 20, 2020
SHOW TIMES: Please note, to accommodate the many young
families attending this show, doors will open at 5:30 p.m. for evening shows
and dinner will start at 6 p.m.
TICKETS: Prices range from $40 – $68. Children 12 and under are $38 + tax. Ticket prices include: a plated three-course
meal that changes for each show, and is served directly to your table; a
Broadway-style performance and complimentary parking. Tickets may be purchases by calling (904) 641-1212.
**Prices do NOT include gratuity,
professional photos, or orders from the bar**
LOCATION: Alhambra Theater & Dining
12000 Beach Blvd.
Jacksonville, Florida 32246
(904) 641-1212
COVID-19, Protests, Unemployment, Violence & Hurricane Cristobal. What’s next? Where is the Love? What do we do? How do we survive? Stephen Covey’s “7 Habits of Highly Effective
People” has a principle: “Seek first to understand, then to be
understood”. Well, some things I just
don’t understand. It reminds me of an
old song “Ball of
Confusion” by the Temptations, just change some of the words. We need God now more than ever.
I was 14 when I saw a riot
while living in Philadelphia; and it wasn’t pretty. I went to an all-black Catholic Elementary
school and wasn’t allowed out at night. I
remember that the 2 grocery stores (Fagan’s & Barney’s) were burned down
and other businesses on Ridge Avenue. There was nothing wrong with the white people
who owned the stores; as a matter of fact, they extended “credit” to those who
didn’t have any money until their next government check was in the mail. These store owners kept food on many a table. I never thought that I would experience such
looting and building burning nonsense again in my lifetime until now. I am saddened.
White people are more apprehensive now than ever before (To
To Where Are We?). Some are afraid
of retaliation or being seen as the enemy.
This situation is like “wearing a mask”.
Do we think of how wearing a mask is helping ourselves, or does wearing
one help others around us? What will I
gain verses what someone else is dealing with?
How can I make this world a better place, is the question that we would
be asking ourselves? I’m tying to
understand –
are you? How does the song, “We Are The World” come
into play today?
Businesses have been looted and that causes more increase on unemployment, nevertheless,
looting was not done by protestors, but by greedy, lawless, immature people who
wanted to obtain something from nothing.
Because of their acts of violence, we have to earn the right to be
respected. Once again, all protestors
are not rioters!
The “Pledge of Allegiance” still does not give equality for all. Blacks have recited this poem for decades and
it never pertained to black people. We
have tried to obtain liberty and justice for all, yet we haven’t started to get
justice until these recent days.
Colin Kaepernick (and now, many others) are taking a knee. It’s not about putting our hands over our
heart and standing up tall. We need to
respect the American Flag for what it stood for. The flag represents the lives that were lost
during wartimes and the colonies that were set free, but are we all free? Now we are fighting another war; a war of
hatred that exists in the minds and hearts of some people. If “taking a knee” during the playing of the
National Anthem is wrong, consider it part of the “New Normal” instead of a
sign of disrespect. We are NOT
disrespecting the American Flag, yet America is NOT being “Great Again”. We are living in a time of change, and it’s
time to SEE a difference made in our lifetime.
It would be lovely to exist in a land where you’re not judged by the
color of your skin, but by the content of your character.
My heart aches for those biracial couples and their children who may experience
racial slurs, criticism, or bullying.
This hatred has got to stop being spread from generations to
generations. Hatred seems to be another
form of virus that is spreading throughout the land.
We live in a cul-de-sac and are the only blacks in the neighborhood. Just like a place where we lived in New
Mexico, we didn’t realize that we were the only blacks until we relocated to a
city in the south. I was respected more
in Europe and Asia than I am living here in the US. And it’s a shame that I am reminded of words
spoken in the past, “If you don’t like it here, go back to Africa where you
belong.” Yes, I remember those
thoughtless words and a tear comes to my eye.
The other day I was in Walmart getting supplies to make masks. As I walked down the aisle (in the correct
direction) a white man stared at me directly into my eyes. He was unmasked and I could see the distain
in his eyes. I checked myself and made
sure that my hair wasn’t making me look crazy √. It
happened again with another man standing in line. I had to check√ again, I was standing 6 feet from him √, wearing my mask √, my deodorant hadn’t failed √. You want to talk about “a new normal”, we are
living in a “new abnormal”. Things will
never be the same again, and some things we hope will change for the better. Nonetheless, I continue to smile beneath
my mask in hopes that they see the love
of Christ through my eyes.
If any of my friends feel uncomfortable about what’s happening today, please
listen to “Uncomfortable
Conversations with a Black Man” - former NFL player Emmanuel Acho, as he
tries to explain some of the issues that black men go through. It has been awhile since I’ve had to think
about inequality (2007), nevertheless, I will continue to pray and make changes
whenever and wherever I can.
As Governor DeSantis reopens concert halls in
the state of Florida, the Florida Theatre is among the establishments that will
comply to government guidelines. The
Florida Theatre is pleased to announce the return of the world’s number one
touring ABBA tribute concert, “ABBA MANIA”, on Thursday, February 25,
2021.
ABBA MANIA returns to perform the group’s biggest hits: "Dancing Queen,"
"Waterloo," "Mamma Mia,” "The Winner Takes it All,"
"Super Trouper,” “Fernando,” ‘‘Take A Chance On Me” and many more in
this special live concert.
ABBA MANIA formed in 1999 and the show has been selling out theatres and
concert halls internationally ever since. This show has toured the world in its quest to
bring the music of the Swedish supergroup to their millions of fans, old and
new.
ABBA’s timeless songs were written to be enjoyed live and ABBA MANIA gives you
exactly that. Two hours of uplifting,
dance inducing and sometimes heart-breaking songs, fully live with fantastic
staging, lighting and effects. ABBA
MANIA is the perfect concert for lifelong, die-hard ABBA fans as well as the
new generation of fans who never had the opportunity to see ABBA live.
Agnetha, Bjorn, Benny and Anni-Frid, collectively known as ABBA, dominated the
charts for nearly ten years and enjoyed nine UK number 1 hits. At their height they became Sweden’s highest
export earners, amazingly, outselling Volvo cars. ABBA Gold was continuously in the album
Charts throughout the nineties and is one of the biggest selling albums ever.
“Beware of imitations…this is the real musical tribute!” – Polly Graham, Sunday Mirror
The historic, nonprofit Florida Theatre is sponsored by Community First Credit
Union. For a complete list of upcoming
events or to buy tickets visit the Theatre’s official website,
floridatheatre.com.
“ABBA
Mania”
DATE: Thurs.
Feb. 25, 2021
TIME: 8 p.m.
TICKETS: $29 - $50
LOCATION: The
Florida Theatre
128
East Forsyth Street.
Jacksonville, FL
32202
(904) 355-2787
The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens is working hard on reopening plans to
welcome you back soon. Our goal is to create the safest and best visitor
experience that is centered around the highest quality works of art and
historic gardens that are accessible and fun for everyone. Their reopening phases will include the
Gardens, followed by a full campus reopening. As they continue to work toward finalizing a
timeline for when they can safely reopen their doors, please be assured that they
have been developing an extensive plan which implements the highest-level
health and safety protocols to greet you. To learn more, click here.
Florida conjures visions of a lush tropical paradise, with vast natural
resources and endless opportunities for those most daring to try. The cultural landscape, however, is a
combination of nature and humanity; the landscape, from white sand beaches to
murky swamps, provides the backbone; the inhabitants provide the culture. Florida’s cultural landscape is light, bright,
expansive, and ripe with potential, but also wild, untamed, ambiguous, and
obscure. Tour the exhibition here.
STAY SAFE, STAY SHOPPING: Discover unique gifts, including puzzles, books,
jewelry, apparel, children's items, and more. Now you can shop online anytime at the Cummer
Shop Online Store. The Cummer Shop is
filled with items that are educational, inspirational, and fun. The selections reflect the quality of the
Museum’s Permanent Collection, Gardens, and Exhibitions. Discount code for you as a member to receive
the member 10% off is Member10. You
support our mission - proceeds from the Cummer Shop support exciting and
diverse exhibitions and programs for our community.
ENGAGE WITH THEM: The Cummer Museum continues to provide comfort, wisdom, and
the means for self-expression and connection through our virtual presence. Visit here
for innovative solutions to experience the Museum and its benefits from home.
