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JWJPark @jwjparkjax.bsky.social · 5h

Happy Diwali from JWJPark ✨
Wishing you a season filled with light, prosperity, and happiness.

JWJPark @jwjparkjax.bsky.social · 9h

Did Someone Say Pies in the Park? 🥧 Stay connected to our socials for updates, check out our weekly lunch and live music schedule, and watch our feeds for any changes!

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JWJPark @jwjparkjax.bsky.social · 4d

The countdown is on! 🔥 Join us November 15th from 5–10 PM as JWJPark and VisitJax turn up the heat for year nine of Brew & BBQ! 🍻

Enjoy live music, local vendors, mouthwatering BBQ, & your favorite local breweries - all in the ❤️ of Downtown Jax. Bring your family, and your friends… don’t miss it!

JWJPark @jwjparkjax.bsky.social · 6d

This past weekend, we celebrated the Gullah Geechee people at Gullah Fest! 🌿✨

A huge thank you to NorthSide Pride and Dana michelle for bringing the community together for such a meaningful celebration. 💛

Follow JWJPark to stay updated on more vibrant events coming your way! 🎶🎨🍴

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JWJPark @jwjparkjax.bsky.social · 7d

Looking to the Week Ahead in JWJ Park 🗓️ Stay connected to our socials for updates, check out our weekly lunch and live music schedule, and watch our feeds for any changes!

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JWJPark @jwjparkjax.bsky.social · 9d

Today is Gullah Fest! 🌿✨
Join us at JWJPark starting at 10 AM for a celebration of Gullah culture — featuring authentic food, live music, arts & crafts, cultural performances, and educational talks on the Gullah people’s rich history and unique language.
We can’t wait to see you there! 💛

JWJPark @jwjparkjax.bsky.social · 11d

🎧 Eco-Disco Update!
Eco-Disco has been postponed - but don’t worry, we’ll be back with a new date soon! 🌎
Stay tuned for updates, and get ready to dance for the planet at JWJPark a little later this season. 💚✨

JWJPark @jwjparkjax.bsky.social · 13d

This weekend, join us in JWJPark for Gullah Fest! 🎉 Happening October 11th from 10 AM – 6 PM. For more information on this celebration of the Gullah Geechee people visit the link here https://tinyurl.com/gullahfest!

JWJPark @jwjparkjax.bsky.social · 14d

You Know You Wanna Go... to the EcoDisco 🌍🪩🎶🎧 Stay connected to our socials for updates, check out our weekly lunch and live music schedule, and watch our feeds for any changes!

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JWJPark @jwjparkjax.bsky.social · 16d

🎉🌍 Happy World Animal Day! 🐾 Today, we celebrate the amazing creatures that share our planet. Let’s honor their beauty and protect their habitats! 🌿💚 Share your favorite animal story or photo in the comments—let’s spread love for all beings! Together, we can make a difference! #WorldAnimalDay 🥳🐶🐱🐢

JWJPark @jwjparkjax.bsky.social · 17d

😊 Happy World Smile Day from James Weldon Johnson Park! Share your smile—it’s contagious. From a kind hello to a quick compliment, small moments spread big joy. Swipe through the smiles ➡️ and don’t forget to send this to someone who makes you smile! 💛

JWJPark @jwjparkjax.bsky.social · 19d

🍂 It’s October 1st & the first Wednesday—Art Walk day! 🎨✨ Join Downtown Vision, Inc. in Downtown Jacksonville for this month’s Fall Festival theme JWJPark Enjoy live music, local art & vendors, and explore galleries & businesses all evening!

JWJPark @jwjparkjax.bsky.social · 20d

🔥 Brew & BBQ is back for year 9! 🔥
Join us Saturday, Nov 15 from 5–10 PM James Weldon Johnson Park! Plus Admission is FREE!
Thanks to Visit Jacksonville for partnering with us to make it possible.
Follow JWJPark for tasty updates as we count down to the big night!

JWJPark @jwjparkjax.bsky.social · 21d

Calling All Eco-Friendly Vendors - we need YOU for the upcoming Eco Disco! 🌎 Stay connected to our socials for updates, check out our weekly lunch and live music schedule, and watch our feeds for any changes!

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JWJPark @jwjparkjax.bsky.social · 24d

✨ It’s the tastiest day of the week — Food Truck Friday! This week we’re spotlighting the mouth-watering creations of Latin Soul Grille 🌮💃

Follow JWJPark to catch them next time they pull up to the park and bring the flavor fiesta with them!

JWJPark @jwjparkjax.bsky.social · 24d

🌱 Calling all eco-friendly vendors! 🌎✨

James Weldon Johnson Park is looking for vendors to join us for EcoDisco Silent Disco - a night where sustainability meets the dance floor. 🎶💚

👉 Apply now: tinyurl.com/JWJPkEcoDiscoVendor 🌿

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JWJPark @jwjparkjax.bsky.social · 26d

🍦 TODAY’S THE DAY! Moose Tracks Ice Cream is making their final stop of the 10,000 Scoops Challenge Tour in @jwjparkjax.bsky.social 🎉 From 11 – 3, grab a free scoop of Mayfield Dairy Farms Moose Tracks and help raise $10,000 for THE SALVATION ARMY of Northeast Florida — every scoop = $1 donated! 🍨💛

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JWJPark @jwjparkjax.bsky.social · 27d

🍦 Who’s ready for FREE ice cream? 🙋‍♀️ Tomorrow, Moose Tracks Ice Cream rolls into @jwjparkjax.bsky.social for the grand finale of their 10,000 Scoops Challenge Tour! 🎉 From 11 AM – 3 PM, grab a scoop of Mayfield Dairy Moose Tracks — every scoop = $1 to help @SalarmyJax hit $10,000! 🍨💛

JWJPark @jwjparkjax.bsky.social · 27d

Fall has arrived in Jacksonville! 🍁 Even if the weather hasn’t caught up yet, we’re bringing the cozy vibes and community fun to James Weldon Johnson Park all season long. 🌿🎉

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JWJPark @jwjparkjax.bsky.social · 27d

THIS WEEK: 10,000 Scoops! FREE ICE CREAM in JWJPark🍨 Stay connected to our socials for updates, check out our weekly lunch and live music schedule, and watch our feeds for any changes!

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JWJPark @jwjparkjax.bsky.social · Sep 19

📚✨ This Saturday, @jaxlibrary.bsky.social is hosting Book Fest: Youth Readers Day from 9:30 AM – 2 PM! Don’t miss the River City Readers BookMobile parked outside during the fest. 🚐📖 Plus, GoodFood 24/7 will be serving up delicious bites right here in @jwjparkjax.bsky.social. See you this weekend! 🎉

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JWJPark @jwjparkjax.bsky.social · Sep 18

🔥 Save the date: November 15th! 🔥 James Weldon Johnson Park is turning up the flavor for our 9th Annual Brew & BBQ! 🍻🍖 Sponsored by Visit Jacksonville this fan-favorite event is back and better than ever. Follow along for all the delicious details dropping soon! 🎶

JWJPark @jwjparkjax.bsky.social · Sep 17

✨ Happy Hispanic Heritage Month! ✨
From September 15 to October 15, we celebrate the rich histories, vibrant cultures, and countless contributions of Hispanic and Latinx communities. 💃🏽🎶🌎💛

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JWJPark @jwjparkjax.bsky.social · Sep 15

Up Next: 10,000 Scoops🍨 + an EcoDisco!🪩 Stay connected to our socials for updates, check out our weekly lunch and live music schedule, and watch our feeds for any changes!

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JWJPark @jwjparkjax.bsky.social · Sep 11

🗓️ Save the Date! 🌿 Florida Climate Week™ is coming!

Join us on Friday, 10.10.25 from 6pm to 9pm here in 📍James Weldon Johnson Park for an EcoDisco🍃- a Silent Disco Party to benefit our planet, featuring Friend of the Park DJ Mas Appeal!🪩

Visit tinyurl.com/JWJPkEcoDisco for details!

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