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GalaxyFest Blasts-Off in September at JWJPark! 🚀🌠⭐ Stay connected to our socials for updates, check out our weekly lunch and live music schedule, and watch our feed for any changes!

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Galaxy Fest 2025 is coming! Visit tinyurl.com/GalaxyFest2025 for details and to register!

Join us TODAY for the Vegan Chef Challenge Jax Kickoff Party at JWJPark! 🌱 Stay connected to our socials for updates, check out our weekly lunch and live music schedule, and watch our feed for any changes!

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Based on the latest information from the National Weather Service, conditions will meet the criteria for the city to activate Cooling Centers through Wednesday, 7/30.

-All Jax Library branches
-All COJ Community Centers
-All JaxParks Pools & Splash Pads

More info: jacksonville.gov/staycooljax

The Jacksonville Vegan Chef Challenge Kicks Off at JWJPark! 🌱 Stay connected to our socials for updates, check out our weekly lunch and live music schedule, and watch our feed for any changes!

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Vegan Foodies, assemble! 🥗 The Vegan Chef Challenge is coming to Jacksonville for the ENTIRE month of August and @jwjparkjax.bsky.social is proud to host the official Kick Off Party on Monday, August 4th during lunchtime from 11am to 2pm! 🌱😋

Visit VeganChefChallenge.org/Jacksonville/ to learn more!

Did you know?! ☀️ @jwjparkjax.bsky.social has the perfect way to cool off in this summer heat! 💦

Mr. Mister is up and running during park hours — whether you need a quick refresh or a full cool down, it’s the place to be. Stop by and chill out with us! 😎🌳

Join us THIS FRIDAY for the Sporting JAX Super League Kickoff Party at JWJPark! ⚽ Stay connected to our socials for updates, check out our weekly lunch and live music schedule, and watch our feed for any changes!

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🎉🎂 Happy Birthday to Randy, our incredible Operations Ambassador at @jwjparkjax.bsky.social !

His hard work, positivity, and smile make the park a better place every day. 🌳💛
Wish him a happy birthday in the comments + learn more about Randy via the link in our bio! 🎈

🎉✨ It’s #SocialMediaGivingDay!
@jwjparkjax.bsky.social is on a mission to transform Downtown Jax into a vibrant hub of culture, connection, and community. 🌳💛
If the park has ever brought you joy, peace, or inspiration — consider giving back to help us grow and thrive.
🌱 Donate here: tr.ee/t1UH58PMzl

This Week: The BookMobile Rolls Into JWJPark! 📚 Stay connected to our socials for updates, check out our weekly lunch and live music schedule, stay tuned for any changes!

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📚✨ Mayor Donna Deegan’s River City Readers Bookmobile — powered by @cityofjax.bsky.social — is rolling into @jwjparkjax.bsky.social on July 16th!
Don’t forget to download the Beanstack app to log your reading minutes and join the citywide challenge! 📱✨

Summer's in Full Swing at JWJ Park! ☀️ Stay connected to our socials for updates, check out our weekly lunch and live music schedule, and watch our feed for any changes!

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Wishing you all a happy and safe Fourth of July! @jwjparkjax.bsky.social will be closed on Friday, July 4th.

All park activities will resume on Monday, July 7th.

So Long June - Hello July! ☀️ Stay connected to our socials for updates, check out our weekly lunch and live music schedule, and watch our feed for any changes!

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mayor deegan and 10 other people holding the official proclamation for pride month in jacksonville

Reminder: The City of Jacksonville Pride Month Celebration at City Hall is happening tomorrow, Friday June 27th at 12:30pm. There will be music, speeches, spoken word poetry, and we will announce the new members of the LGBTQ Advisory Board. This event is free and open to all.

📚✨ Attention RiverCity Readers!
The Bookmobile is rolling into @jwjparkjax.bsky.social — and it’s bringing stories, adventure, and imagination with it! Get ready to dive into the world of reading — we can’t wait to see you there! 📖🌳

Please email our Events and Operations Manager Terrance Johnson directly at Terrance@JWJPark.org with your inquiry.

Yes, please reach out directly and let us know of any issues you may encounter in the Park. Our staff does their best to maintain the cleanliness and safety of JWJPark.

Join @CityofJax this Friday, June 27th at 12:30pm for the City of Jacksonville Pride Month Celebration at City Hall. There will be music, speeches, spoken word poetry, and announcements around the new members of the LGBTQ Advisory Board. This event is free and open to all!

Summertime & the Living Is Easy at JWJ Park ☀️ Stay connected to our socials for updates, check out our weekly lunch & live music schedule, and watch our feed for any changes!

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Please take a moment to complete our very short survey (takes 3 minutes or less!) and you could be chosen to win a $25 Jazzy Krab Gift Card, redeemable during lunchtime in the Park! ❤️💙💛

Visit tinyurl.com/JWJPkJune2025Survey to start the survey!

🧺✨ Happy National Picnic Day!

Celebrate the sunshine with a meal under the sky - we’ve got food truck favorites waiting for you in the park today! ☀️🌮🍔

Grab a bite, find a cozy spot, and enjoy the perfect picnic vibes at James Weldon Johnson Park!

🎉 Happy Birthday to the legend, James Weldon Johnson!
A visionary, poet, and powerful voice for justice - his legacy lives on through every note of “Lift Ev’ry Voice and Sing” and in the park that proudly bears his name. 🖤🎶

Thank you, Mr. Johnson. Your voice still lifts us.

HBD James Weldon Johnson + Happy Juneteenth! 🎂 Stay connected to our socials for updates, check out our weekly lunch and live music schedule, and watch our feed for any changes!

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Huge thank you to our sponsors who helped us cross the finish line to make this race possible! 🙌 @VyStar Credit Union, @904ward.bsky.social and 1st Place Sports Running!
See you all on June 14th at 5:30
Get your cake & champagne at the finish line & stick around for the block party with NICKFRESH!

The countdown is ON! We are FIVE days away from the inaugural JWJ BDAY 5K & Block Party at James Weldon Johnson Park! 🏁Visit tinyurl.com/JWJBDay5k to sign up!

Special thanks to our amazing sponsors and partners: VyStar Credit Union, 1st Place Sports Running, and 904WARD!🙌👟

Ready... Set... GO!!! It's time for the JWJBDay5K! 🏁 Join us THIS SATURDAY for the inaugural JWJBDay 5K and Block Party! Until then, stay connected to our socials for updates!

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Inaugural James Weldon Johnson Park Bday 5K Celebrating Local Legend www.jamesweldonjohnsonpark.org

🎥 James Weldon Johnson Park Executive Director, Liz McCoy, & Veronica Session-Fennell, our VyStar Community Liaison AND 5K participant, spoke with Jordan on First Coast Living to chat about the upcoming James Weldon Johnson BDay 5K! 🏃‍♀️🎉

Check out the full segment here 👉 tinyurl.com/BDAY5KFCL

Have you signed up for the JWJBDay5K Yet?!🏁 Stay connected to our socials for updates, check out our weekly lunch and live music schedule, and watch our feed for any changes!

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