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Local TV show wins significant award

Brady and Alyssa Hammond conduct an interview for the Jumbo Shrimp episode.
The Hammond Family Group team, which produces the “Property Tours of NE Florida” TV show has been informed that they have earned a Bronze 2025 Telly Award for a Travel & Tourism TV series. …

Local student to take part in National Youth Orchestra

This July, Carnegie Hall brings together more than 200 of America’s top teen instrumentalists to perform as part of the National Youth Orchestra of the United States of America (NYO-USA), NYO2 and …

Florida Theatre announces 2025-26 Theatreworks season

The Florida Theatre is planning the 48th season of Theatreworks for schools, homeschools and individuals. Theatreworks provides top touring children’s theatre to school-age children on the …

Ponte Vedra Concert Hall modern era set to start Aug. 1

While many is be enjoying summer vacations in the next couple of months, the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall has been hard at work as it counts down to the completion of the building’s renovation and the …

Alhambra tickets offer unique Father’s Day gift option

A scene during Southern Fried Funeral which was featured at Alhambra Theatre & Dining earlier this year.

It can be difficult to find the perfect gift for Father’s Day, but a unique approach would be to buy him tickets to the Alhambra Theatre & Dining. The Alhambra offers a variety of shows to …

Beaches arts gala raises $70K for programs

First Coast Cultural Center celebrated its “Year of the Pearl,” marking 30 years of prosperity as a nonprofit organization with a Grecian-themed fundraiser at TPC Sawgrass Clubhouse. The 6th …

Theme park design contest launched

From the thrill rides and performances to the shops and restaurants, every element of a theme park experience is crafted with intention. Now, a new competition hopes to find the designers of the …

‘Rhinoceros’ provokes thought through humor, horror
What does it mean to retain our humanity when surrounded by people who have lost their own? How does one protect one’s individuality when everyone else has joined the herd? Can art survive the …
Symphony celebrates American voices with Gershwin, Simon, Copland
The Jacksonville Symphony celebrated the close of its historic 75th season on June 6 and 7 with an all-American program under Music Director Courtney Lewis’s baton. Presenting programmatic works by …
Workshop offers tools, tactics for mystery writers
Join two powerhouse thriller writers for a full-day immersive workshop that breaks down the craft and tools of mystery writing — whether you’re starting your first novel or refining your next. …
River City Theatre debuts with ‘OLIVER!’
River City Theatre (RCT), a new nonprofit performing arts organization dedicated to “entertaining, engaging and empowering the Duval County area,” will present eight performances of the musical …
Dancing event raises $178K for chorus
The Jacksonville Children’s Chorus has announced the success of River City Dancing with the Stars 2025, which raised more than $178,000 to support singer scholarships and ongoing programming at the …
Local author finalist for major award
Award-winning author and Ponte Vedra Beach resident Ron Autrey has officially been selected as a finalist for the Author of the Year 2025 at the International Impact Book Awards, …
Next Sunday at Stetson’s concert is June 8
On June 8, Sundays at Stetson’s will present Jeanie Fitchen and Jim Bickerstaff at Beluthahtachee. As a young teenager Fitchen found her niche in the simple beauty and artistic style of …
Children’s chorus to perform abroad during summer tour
The Jacksonville Children’s Chorus Touring Choir is set to embark on an international journey, July 11-20. Under the direction of President and Artistic Director Darren Dailey, the ensemble will …
Teen artwork explores creative responses to anxiety
The Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville (MOCA), a cultural institute of the University of North Florida, will present the exhibition “Fearless,” featuring teen artwork exploring creative …
My Fair Lady is being shown at Alhambra Theatre & Dining through June 22.
Alhambra captures British theme for My Fair Lady
One of the unique things about the Alhambra Theatre & Dining is that the experience it can create can make you believe that you truly are either in another time period or another country through …
Limelight turns to the Absurd for ‘Rhinoceros’
Eugene Ionesco's “Rhinoceros” comes to the Limelight Theatre! It is the first time ever that Limelight has produced Absurdist Theatre in its 33-year history. Ionesco is the father …
Jacksonville Dance Theatre plans summer dance intensive
Jacksonville Dance Theatre (JDT) has announced the return of its acclaimed summer intensive program, SHAPE/SHIFT 2025. Professional and pre-professional dancers ages 16 and up are invited to join JDT …
Review: The Jacksonville Symphony Takes on Mozart's Classics with Nartadjieva and Kuo
“Classical music” has always held a handful of meanings. Your middle school chorus teacher was likely quick to remind you that it’s not just a genre on Spotify. “Classical refers to the …
Florida Chamber Music Project plans all-Beethoven concert
The Florida Chamber Music Project will end its season on Sunday, June 1, with an all-Beethoven program. The concert will take place at the Beaches Museum Chapel and is sponsored by an anonymous …
MOCA Jacksonville Earns Highest National Recognition
The Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville, a cultural institute of the University of North Florida, is delighted to announce that it has achieved accreditation through the American Alliance of …
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New book honors 50th anniversary of Southeast Asian refugees arriving in WA

Fifty years ago, Washington welcomed the first of thousands of Southeast Asian refugees fleeing war and conflict in their home countries.  A new book captures 15 stories of first-generation refugees and their descendants and how they rebuilt their lives in Washington state.  “New Land: Southeast Asian Refugees Finding Home in Washington” touches upon topics such […]

BookTrib’s Bites: Four Reads to Fire Up Your Summer

(NewsUSA) - “Mothers of Fate” by Lynne HugoAfter constructing a new life for herself after an affair with her married boss, Deana Wilkes is ready to make things right and meet the son she was …

Looking For the Perfect Father's Day Gift? Disney Publishing Has a Great Book to Celebrate Every Dad

(BPT) - Does your dad love to cook? Is your dad a Marvel or Star Wars fan? Looking for a gift for a new dad? Disney publishing has the perfect gift for every dad.For the chef:From the oven to the …

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