Gathering to focus on eco-causes
Go Green Drinks Jax, a new monthly gathering where eco-minded professionals connect, share best practices and build a stronger green movement in Jacksonville, will meet 6:30 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 24, at Ink Factory Brewing, 602 Shetter Ave., Jacksonville Beach.
The topic for February is “Building a Unified Force with Jacksonville Eco-causes.” Hosted by Beaches Go Green.
Drinks will be available for purchase from INK. Light snacks provided by Beaches Go Green. Hard Pressed Food Truck items available for purchase.
For information or to host a gathering, email annemarie@beachesgogreen.org.
The topic for March will be “Activating the Jax Community.”
Palm Valley Market every Tuesday
The Palm Valley Market is open every Tuesday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
It offers organically grown produce, pasture-raised chicken, eggs and pork; grass-fed and finished beef; local honey; raw milk; bone broth; whole grain, sourdough and gluten- and dairy-free sourdough breads; an array of baked goods; all-natural plant- and animal-based skincare; local artisans; and more. This charming venue located in the heart of Palm Valley affords customers both an indoor and an open-air shopping experience. Palm Valley Market — Palm Valley Community Center, 148 Canal Blvd.
For more information, email info@PalmValleyMarket.com.
Learn floral arrangement at local event
The Garden Club of St. Augustine will host “Fun with Flowers” at 1 p.m. March 10.
Designer Renee Jamison of the Floralines Guild of the Garden Club of St. Augustine will lead each participant in creating a professional-style floral arrangement. Open to the public at the clubhouse at 3440 Old Moultrie Road. Admission: $40 includes light refreshments and all materials (fresh flowers, greenery, container and oasis). Just bring your favorite scissors! Contact Trudi Edenfield at 904-495-3715 tripoliete@gmail.com. Call early. Limited space.
Farmers market open every Friday
The Ponte Vedra Friday Farmers Market takes place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Friday at Palm Valley Outdoors, 377 S. Roscoe Blvd., Ponte Vedra Beach, offering fresh produce, local farm goods and a welcoming space to connect with neighbors and small businesses.
This farmers market features fresh, organically grown produce; Florida grass-fed beef and pork; real local honey; pasture-raised chicken and eggs; wholegrain breads; gluten-free sourdough bread; natural botanical skincare; creations by local artisans and more in a family-friendly atmosphere.
— Compiled by Shaun Ryan
