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WORLD OF NATIONS CELEBRATION
The annual international showcase returns for its 28th edition. Take in the sights, sounds and tastes of more than 30 countries without ever leaving home. 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 29; 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Sunday, March 1, The Ford on Bay, Downtown, jaxworldofnations.com, $5.
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PICKS THIS WEEK’S BIGGEST
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28 MAKE LOVE, NOT WAR LYSISTRATA
Kristin Livingston directs this adaptation of Aristophanes’ drama. In war-torn ancient Greece, the eponymous hero organizes a general sex strike to force the combatants to make peace. 8 p.m. Friday & Saturday, Feb. 28 & 29; 2 p.m. Sunday, March 1, The 5 & Dime, A Theatre Company, Downtown, the5anddime.org, $22/$25.
HURRY, DON’T BE LATE LITTLE RIVER BAND
Australia’s answer to yacht rock, LRB has been purveying smooth, soft sounds since the ‘70s. The band may not boast any remaining original members, but the new crew still plays hits such as “Reminiscing,” “The Night Owls” and “Lonesome Loser.” Also on the bill: Lords of 52nd Street, featuring alumni of Billy Joel’s original backing band. 8 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 29, Florida Theatre, Downtown, floridatheatre.com, $39.50-$79.50.
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26 MORNING STAR LUCERO
The hard-touring Memphis rock revivalists bring their classic sound to The Amp’s Backyard Stage. Jade Jackson opens. 7 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 26, The Amp, St. Augustine, theamp.com, $27. 6 | FOLIOWEEKLY.com | FEBRUARY 26-MARCH 3, 2020
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TEDxYOUTH@JACKSONVILLE
Jacksonville’s first TEDxYouth conference stars Duval County high school students (including Jabrea Ali, pictured) speaking about their generation’s challenges: mental health and climate change. 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 3, Florida Blue Conference Center, Southside, tedxjacksonville.com, $25.
