Things To Do...
In Town/Online
MIND & BODY SKILLS CLASS Learn self-care strategies, develop effective coping skills, improve mood, reduce stress, and increase self-awareness during this 10-week course. Call Heather Rosenberg at (904) 213-2700 to register. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Mondays, April 5-June 14, VA Video Connect, free for Veterans. 10TH ANNUAL ST. MARYS PLEIN AIRE PAINT OUT Head to downtown St. Marys to set up your easel and paint. Afterward, bring your piece to CCAL for judging. Call to pre-register or sign up 8-9 a.m. on the day of. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, April 10, Coastal Camden Art League, 2006 Osborne Rd., St. Marys, Facebook.com/CCALGA, (912) 467-3019, $25/$35. STEPS FOR HEALING & PROGRESS Our Sister’s Keeper Movement holds a candlelit vigil in remembrance of Vanessa Guillen and in observance of Sexual Assault Awareness Month. 8-9 p.m. Saturday, April 24, Memorial Park, 1620 Riverside Ave., Riverside, Facebook.com/OurSistersKeeperMovement, free. LEEPERZ JEEPERZ Bring the whole family for this scenic 50-mile jeep ride benefitting NSCO charities. Arrive with a full tank of gas and bring cash for food trucks, raffles, and more. 10 a.m. Saturday, April 10, Northeast Florida Fair Association, 543378 U.S. Hwy. 1, Callahan, EightFlagsJeep.com/Leeperz-Jeeperz, $25. ASHCHI HEART & VASCULAR CENTER CAR SHOW Attendees can get a free health screening, admire antique and classic cars, enjoy food from local vendors, and participate in raffles at this car show benefiting the Wounded Warrior Project. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, April 17, Ashchi Heart & Vascular Center, 3900 University Blvd. S., Englewood, Facebook.com/AshchiHeartandVascularCenter, $25 car entry fee, free to attend.
Transition/Career/Education
USO.org/Events/917-Transition-Talk-Get-To-KnowSkillbridge, free. RE-CON FOR HEROES Learn more about the VA Home Loan and Commercial process during this virtual and in-person event. This is the first in a series of homeownership, commercial property, foreclosure law, real estate investing, and more. 3-6:30 p.m. Thursday, April 8, Jacksonville Veterans Chamber of Commerce, 10407 Centurion Pkwy. N., Ste. 210, Deerwood, Facebook.com/JaxVCC, free. VIRTUAL CAREER FAIR FOR VETERANS Area Veterans and their spouses are invited to meet with local, national and international employers at this virtual career fair. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Thursday, April 15, RecruitMilitary.CareerEco.com, free.
On Base
EGG-SPRESS EASTER PARADE Mayport’s MilKids are invited to join the egg hunt for treatfilled eggs. Be on the lookout for golden ticket eggs, which feature special surprises. 9 a.m.-noon Saturday, April 3, Jetties Pavilion, 245 Baltimore St., NS Mayport, NavyMWRMayport.com, free. MAYPORT TENNIS OPEN Players 18+ are invited to showcase their skills during this elimination competition. Registration required. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday-Friday, April 12-16, Tennis Complex next to the CPO Club, NS Mayport, NavyMWRMayport.com/Tennis, free. SEA TURTLE PATROL Naval Station Mayport needs volunteers to help during nesting season. Must be 18+ or have a parent accompany you, walk two miles in the sand two days each month, and commit to the 2021 season. Email Heather.Hahn@Navy.Mil if interested. April 15-Oct. 31, NS Mayport, Facebook.com/NSMayport, free. EARTH DAY HIKE & CLEAN-UP What better way to celebrate Earth Day than with a short hike to keep Mother Nature clean? Bring work gloves, water, snacks, and dress for the occasion. Stay afterward for a family-friendly nature activity. 9 a.m.-noon Saturday, April 24, Etowah Park, NSB Kings Bay, NavyMWRKingsBay.com, free. NAS JAX COMIC-CON Bring your MilKids to see their favorite comic book characters brought to life in celebration of Month of the Military Child. Enjoy goodie bags, a photographer (wear your costume!), and a DJ. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, April 24, Dewey’s Parking Lot, Gillis Street, Bldg. 608, NAS Jax, NavyMWRJacksonville.com, free.
TRIDENT REFIT FACILITY, KINGS BAY APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM Become a member of an exclusive team and part of the front line of national defense. Have your resume ready and complete your ACUUPLACER exam prior to applying. Contact Sara Bennett at (912) 573-3097 or Sara.Bennett@Navy.Mil with questions. Application period is Monday-Sunday, April 5-11, Facebook.com/TRIREFFAC.
Veterans and Their Families
TRANSITION TALK: SKILLBRIDGE USO Transitions, Onward to Opportunity, and Fleet & Family Services host this virtual workshop to share more about the DoD SkillBridge Program and other training and certification programs available to active-duty Servicemembers, Veterans/retirees, and military spouses. Noon Thursday, April 8,
ANNUAL RETIREE SEMINAR This Facebook Live event features presentations from Naval Hospital Jax, Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society, Jacksonville National Cemetery, financial advisors, and more. Post questions to the discussion tab, prior to the event. 9 a.m.-noon Saturday, April 10, Facebook.com/NASJacksonville, free.
RIDE INTO 2021 POOL TOURNAMENT Enter to win a 2006 Honda VTX1300 motorcycle while supporting Hope4Veterans during this charity pool tournament and raffle. 2-8 p.m. Saturday & Sunday, April 3 & 4, 9 Ball Heaven Sports Grill, 2777 University Blvd. W., Ste. 14, Lakewood, Hope4Veterans.org, $35.
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Live Music CLAY
THRASHER-HORNE CENTER, 283 College Dr. Johnny Cash tribute April 3; “One Night in Memphis” tribute to Elvis Presley, Carl Perkins, Jerry Lee Lewis, Johnny Cash April 11 WHITEY’S FISH CAMP, 2032 C.R. 220 Boogie Freaks April 3; Lisa & the Mad Hatters April 9; Monkey Wrench April 10; Blistur April 16; Big Engine April 17; Yowsah April 24; Jimi Graves April 29; John Taylor Band April 30
DUVAL
BLUE JAY LISTENING ROOM, 2457 S. Third St. Lyn Avenue April 3; Mighty Blur featuring Melody Trucks, Bobby Lee Rodgers April 15; Bay Kings Band April 19; Nicholas Edward Williams April 24; Kristopher James April 30 FLORIDA THEATRE, 128 E. Forsyth St. The Eagles Tribute April 17 JERRY’S GRILLE, 13170-22 Atlantic Blvd. Sutton Duo April 2; Sea Level April 9; The Invasion Trio April 16; Str8 Up April 23; Double Down Band April 30 RIVERFRONT PLAZA, 2 W. Independent Dr. Chase Rice, Firewater Tent Revival April 8; New Found Glory, Universal Green April 15; Quad City DJ’s, LPT April 22; Sugar Ray, Honey Hounds April 29 VU CRAFT BREWERY, 8999 Western Way, Ste. 104 Jason Taylor April 2; The Bald Eagles April 9; Jim Murdock April 23; Mike Lyons April 30
NASSAU
GREEN TURTLE TAVERN, 14 S. Third St. City Lights April 10; Randy McQuay April 22 The PALACE SALOON, 117 Centre St. Houston Keen April 1; Soundwavez April 2; Randy McQuay April 21 SADLER RANCH, 869 Sadler Rd., Ste. 2 Lenny Cooper April 9; Adam Calhoun April 16; Demun Jones April 23 The SURF, 3199 S. Fletcher Ave. Casey Mitchell April 1; Davis Turner April 2; Whiskey Heart April 3; Colby Ward April 15; John Waters Trio April 16; The Last Waltz April 17; Rob Peck Duo April 24; Early McCall Duo April 29
ST. JOHNS
The AMP, 1340C A1A S. Tab Benoit & Samantha Fish April 10; Robert Earl Keen April 11; Grace Potter April 23 The CELLAR UPSTAIRS, 157 King St. Ian Kelly April 1; Wes Register, Paper City Hustlers April 2; Jolie, Clairemont Duo April 9; Gary Douglas Campbell, Pili Pili Duo April 10; Gary Douglas Campbell, Tony & Alex April 16; T.J. Brown, Carpetbaggers April 17; Rob Peck, Atlantic Alabi April 24 PV CONCERT HALL, 1050 A1A N. ZOSO April 10; Graham Nash April 13 & 14; Dave Mason April 21; Tower of Power April 28 PROHIBITION KITCHEN, 119 Saint George St. The Raisin Cake Orchestra April 3; Shine & the Shakers April 9; Chillula April 16; Firewater Tent Revival April 17; The Swell Acoustics April 23; Alberto Cebollero April 26
