JL. 14g 1. -M JLV MJ.JL i A s 2 I A 3 2u RROtt TO What to do from social, volunteer, political and sports activities to self enrichment and the civic scene Women are Invited to Participate in "She Speaks" All poets, lyricists, singers and musicians are invited to attend "She Speaks" each Wednesday at 8 p.m. at the Fuel Cafe', 1037 Park Street. Jax Community Invited to Participate in 10th Anniversary Of Million Man March Now is the time to start making your plans to be a part of the 10th Anniversary of the historic event of the century the Million Man March. From Unity To Loyalty Inc. invites all adults and children, families, single or married, organizations, clubs, groups, sororities, fraterni- ties, churches, mosques, temples, to attend the march inn Washington, D.C. The date of the history making event is October 15, 2005. For more information contact Andr'e X Neal or James Evans Muhammad at (904) 768-2778 or (904)768-3332. Masonic & Eastern Star Gala Come out and enjoy an evening of fun and entertainment with the illustrious Masons, Eastern Stars and Veterans at Carl's Reception Hall, located at 1748 N. Main St. (on the comer of 8th Street and Main Street) on Thursday, August 25th, 2005. There will be door prizes, music (Old School, R&B and Jazz), food and more. Networking and Cocktail Reception begins from 6:00pm 7:30pm. Drink specials available. Gala begins promptly at 8:00pm. Tickets can be purchased by call- ing Traci at 904-626-1389 or email her at: protkleen@aol.com. Crowns a Soul Stirring Musical Regina Taylor's "Crowns", a lively and soul stirring musical is a moving portrait of African- American women and how they define themselves through the hats they wear, will be brought to life in Jacksonville through Stage Aurora. The play will be performed in FCCJ's North Campus August 26th at 8:00 p.m. and on the 27th at 2:00p.m. and 8:00 p.m. and August 28th at 3:00 p.m. For more informa- tion, please call 765-7373.5. Musical Banquet The Father's House will present a musical banquet on Friday, August 26th at 7 p.m. Performances will include spiritual dancers, singers and mellodrama. The Father's House is located at 1820 Monument Road. For more information call 207-1067. This event is free and open to the public. 10th Annual Celebration of Women Save the date for an evening of inspiration, creativity and fun as the Women's Center of Jacksonville hosts its 10th Annual Celebration of Women. This event will begin with a Patron Reception at 6 p.m., with the program commencing at 7:15 p.m. on Friday, August 26, 2005; at the Jacoby Symphony Hall in the Times Union Center for the Performing Arts. There will be a silent auction and much more. For ticket and group sales information, please call (904) 722-3000. Fall Vegetable Gardening Class On Tuesday August 30th from 10 a.m. to 12 noon, the Duval County Extension Service is offering a course on vegetable gardening. Learn about fall vegetable garden- ing, composting, and enjoy a hands on activity of making your own recycled plant pots. Participants will take home up to 10 vegetable plants. Space is limited so call 387- 8850 to register. A fee of $8 will be collected at the door. The Piano Lesson Do you know an Unsung Hero? Someone who is constantly doing for others and put- ting someone else's needs before their own, a friend that goes beyond the norm? A tireless volunteer? Nominate he or she for the Unsung Hero spotlight and they could win a profile in the Jacksonville Free Press and a $50 gift certificate from Publix Supermarkets. NAME ADDRESS CITY STATE ZIP Why are you nominating this person Phone Nominated by Contact number SEND INFORMATION TO: Fax (904) 765-8611 Or mail to: Unsung Hero, C/O Jacksonville Free Press P.O. Box 43580, Jacksonville, FL 322013 Brought to you by August Wilson's prize winning play, "The Piano Lesson" will be performed at the Ritz Theater August 26th at 7:30 p.m. and August 27th at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Wilson's poignant and humor- ous drama is a lesson in love, fami- ly and personal history. For tickets or more information, call 632-5555. Stage Aurora Golf Tournament Stage Aurora will hold their 5th Annual Invitational Golf Tournament on Saturday, August 27, 2005 beginning at 7:30 a.m. with a shotgun star of 18-Holes. The tournament will be held at the Deerfield Lakes Golf Club. Proceeds will benefit Stage Aurora's Youth Educational Outreach Programs. Entry fee includes Green Fee, Cart Fee, lunch BBQ, gift bags, and door prizes. Women golfers are encouraged. For more information, call Ray Levy 356-8119 or Ed Hall 768-3382. Pregnancy Yoga Workshop The Jewish Community Alliance is having a couples workshop on yoga during pregnancy. Pregnancy yoga helps women prepare for an active, normal and natural childbirth expe- rience as possible, as well as help to increase flexibility and strength as well as improve circulation.The class will be held on Sunday, August 28th from 2-4 p.m. The JCA is located at 8505 San Jose Blvd.For more information call 730-2100. Free Caregiving Relationships Class The six-part series, "Caregiving Relationships: For People Who Care for Adults," will be offered by the University of Florida / Duval County Extension Service on Thursday at 10:00 a.m. on September 1 and 8th. The work- shops are design to reduce the stresses and pressures of caregiv- ing, while also strengthening the caregiving relationship. They will also address the unique issue of emotions, relationships, and respite for the caregiver. To register, call Sandra at the Cooperative Extension Office at 387-8855. The classes are free and open to the pub- lic. American Legion Fall Yard Sale American Legion Auxiliary Unit 197 will have their fall yard sale on Saturday, September 3rd from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The sale will be at 2179 Benedict Road. in addition to shopping for bargains, their will also be food and an opportunity to register to vote. St. Augustine 440th Birthday Celebration Everyone is invited to attend the Saturday, September 3rd, birthday party for the City of St. Augustine. Born 440 years ago, the city will combine authentic historical re- enactments and classic rock n' roll into a daylong celebration filled with fun. All of the events related to the City of St. Augustine's birthday party are free and open to the pub- lic. For more details on the cele- bration, call 904.825.1004 Kem in Concert Nashville-born, Detroit-based singer/songwriter/musician/produc- er known on the airwaves as Kerm, will be in Jacksonville on Saturday, September 3rd at 8 p.m. at the Florida Theater. Kem Owens is a smooth, spiritually oriented R&B artist inspired by the likes of Stevie Wonder, Steely Dan, and Grover Washington Jr. Tickets are $37.50 and $32.50. For more information call 355-2787. Free Do It Yourself Decorating Class The UF Cooperative Extension Office is offering a program geared toward the do-it-yourself decorator. The two hour class will teach the basics of choosing home improve- ment projects that will enhance the value of your home, discussion on remodeling pitfalls, lighting, win- dows and more. The next class will be on Tuesday, September 6th at 6:45 p.m. The class is offered at Extension Offices located t 1010 N. McDuff Avenue. Pre-registration is required. For more information call 387-8855. FCCJ Dance Auditions Auditions for Florida Community College Repertory Dance Co. and dance scholarships will be held Sept. 7th at 6 p.m. Auditions will be held at FCCJ South Campus, Wilson Center, Bldg. M, Room 2110. Intermediate dance skill level required. For more information contact Dance Professor Rosemary Fletcher at 904.646.2361 or e-mail rfletche@fccj.edu. Literacy Awards Blueprint for Prosperity Executive Director Jarik Conrad will be the keynote speaker for the Literary Council of Jacksonville's 5th Annual Literacy Awards Luncheon. The event will be held on Friday, September 9th from 12 p.m. 1:30 p.m. at the Omni Hotel. For more info or reservations call 724-0102. Couture for the Up & Cummer The Cummer Museum of art & Gardens will have an Up & Cummers Fashion Show on Friday, September 9, 8 to 11 p.m. All tick- ets are $30 at the door. The Museum is located at 829 Riverside Avenue. For more information, call 899-6038. If you are pregnant, get prenatal care and ask your doctor for an HIV test. www wemakethechange.com Florida Department of Health Bureau of HIV/AIDS Riverside Arts Festival Saturday and Sunday, September 10th and 11th 2005 will be the dates for the annual Riverside Arts Festival. held in Riverside park, over 140 artists and fine crafts, hands on children's art activities, great food, entertainment and free bus tours of the historic district will be available. For more information, call 389-2449. ASALH Membership Luncheon The local branch of the Association for the Study of African American Life and History (ASALH) will have their 3rd annu- al membership luncheon on Saturday, September 10th at 11:30 a.m. at the Bethelite Conference Center, 5865 Arlington Expressway. For more information call 765-8239. Rally Jacksonville Kids Enrollment RALLY Jacksonville, Mayor Peyton's plan to help every child get ready to read, will be holding enrollment events Saturday, Sept. 10, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at select- ed Public Library Branches. New members will receive a backpack with reading tools, along with the first book in an original series of children's books about Jacksonville. Additional books in the series will be mailed each month. Membership in the club and all materials is free. Signups will be held at the follow- ing branches: Branches: Highlands, San Marco, Pablo Creek, University Park and Webb Wesconnett Regional. For more information, call 904.630.4754. Willie Gary Classic College Fair The Willie Gary Classic will have their 3rd Annual College and Vocational Recruiting Fair on Saturday, September 10th at the Prime Osborne Convention Center. The fair will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Participants will have the opportunity to chat with recruiters and attend workshops. Transcripts should be brought to be considered for on the spot admission and schol- arships. The first 500 students in attendance will receive a free ticket to the EWC/Shaw football game in Alltell Stadium. Seasons of Herbs Workshop Urban Gardening Field Office (located behind 1007 Superior Street) will hold a Seasons of Herbs Workshop on Tuesday September 13, 2005 10:00 AM -12:00 PM. Participants will learn what seasons are best to grow herbs in Florida and how to turn their potted culi- nary herb plants into gorgeous topi- aries. Seating is limited call 387- 8850 to pre-register. Landscaping Classes The City of Jacksonville Agriculture Dept. is sponsoring two free landscaping classes on Thursday, September 15, 2005 from 6:30 8:30 p.m. at the West Regional Branch Library, 1425 S. Chaffee Road from 6:30-8:30 pm the topics to be covered are "Native Plants for NE Florida" and "Saving money on Maintenance of your Summer Landscape". Hands-on activities are included. Please Pre- register by calling 387-8850. Gateway Classic Weekend Bethune Cookman College will hold their 52nd Gateway Classic Weekend in Jacksonville, September 16-18th, 2005. For more information, call event coor- dinator Harriett Charity at (904) 771-3762. Florida Gospelfest The Jacksonville School of music will present its first Florida Gospelfest at the Jacksonville Landing on the Center Stage. The Festival will be held September 17th from 11 a.m. 7 p.m. and September 18th from 2 5 p.m. For more information call 665- 0084. Free Health Fair There will be a Community Health Fair for the residents of Jacksonville at the The Avenues Mall on Saturday, September 17th, 2005 from 10 a.m. 4 p.m. Taste the Music Celebration The St. Johns River City Band will have their 13th Annual Taste The Music, Wine Tasting Celebration will be held Thursdj;, Sept. 22 from 5:30-9:30 p.m. on the 12th Floor at the Aetna Building- South Shore Group, 841 Prudential Drive. The celebration is one of the band's major fun raising events and always provides a very entertaining evening with plenty of food, fun, prizes, wine tasting, the popular silent auction and of course music. Call (904) 355-4700 for tickets and more information. Violinist Regina Carter Presented by 100 Black Men of Jacksonville, violinist Regina carter will be in concert on Saturday September 24th at 8 PM t the Florida Theater. For tickets, call the Florida Theater at 355-3787. Lake Forest Neighborhood Meeting The Lake Forest Neighborhood Association will host their next meeting on Thursday, September 29th at the Bradham Brooks Library on Edgewood Avenue inside of the community room. The meeting will begin promptly at 6:30 p.m. Some of the issues to be addressed include: drugs, street lights, code violations, street repairs, septic tanks and more. For more information call paulette Turner at 446-5015. A*A*A*****A******A** Do You Have an Event for Around Town? The Jacksonville Free Press is please to print your public service announcements and coming events free of charge. news deadline is Monday at 6 p.m. by the week you would like your information to be printed. Information can be sent via email, fax, brought into our office or mailed in. Please be sure to include the 5W's who, what, when, where, why and you must include a contact number. Email JFreePress@aol.com Fax (904) 765-3803 Mail: Coming Events, Jacksonville Free Press, 903 West Edgewood Avenue, Jacksonville, FL 32203. August 25 31, 2005 Pacre 10 Ms Perrv's FreeP Press