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Council Passes Bill to Monitor Big Spending, Considers Library Cuts

Submitted by Jessika Lewis, Assignment Editor

Tuesday, September 13th, 2011, 11:31pm

Council Passes Bill to Monitor Big Spending, Considers Library Cuts

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- There was a swath of red in council chambers Tuesday night, worn in protest to the proposed deep cuts to library funding.

The city's Finance Committee recommended reducing the library's $39 million dollar by about $3.5 million.

Library staffers, volunteers and patrons said the resulting cuts in services would reduce the quality of life in Jacksonville and remove a vital resource for job seekers.

"Our libraries are the place where anybody who does not have a computer at home, the libraries are the only place where there's free access to computers," said a member of the Friends of Murray Hill Library.

A final vote on the matter is expected later this month.

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High Tides at Huguenot Memorial Park May Impact Weekend Access

Submitted by Rachel Leitao, First Coast News Staff

Friday, June 10th, 2011, 11:40am

Huguenot Memorial Park visitors are advised to call the park office at (905) 251-3335 or visit www.jaxparks.com before visiting the park over the weekend to determine current tidal conditions expected during peak hours.

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JaxParks Summer Camp Lineup

Submitted by Rachel Leitao, First Coast News Staff

Monday, April 18th, 2011, 11:37am

The City of Jacksonville Recreation and Community Programming Division (JaxParks) summer camp program registration period will open Tuesday, May 17. Registration for all camps will be conducted online only unless indicated otherwise. It will remain open until all seats are filled. Free public online access is available at all Jacksonville Public Libraries.

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Jacksonville Special Events July 2011

Submitted by Rachel Leitao, First Coast News Staff

Monday, April 4th, 2011, 10:29am

Freedom, Fanfare & Fireworks

July 4

Independence Day celebration, festivities include a majestic fireworks show over the St. Johns River in Downtown Jacksonville and other special engagements.

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Jacksonville Special Events June 2011

Submitted by Rachel Leitao, First Coast News Staff

Monday, April 4th, 2011, 10:28am

Moonlight Movies

June 3 and 10

A classic movie is shown outdoors under the stars in Jacksonville Beach. Visitors bring picnic blankets and baskets, lawn chairs and pets to really make an evening out of it. Vendors set up to sell food and beverages, as well as there is a kids’ entertainment zone for families. Event is free. Screenings begin at 9 p.m.

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Jacksonville Special Events May 2011

Submitted by Rachel Leitao, First Coast News Staff

Monday, April 4th, 2011, 10:26am

Movies in the Park

May 6

Downtown Jacksonville’s series is returning to historic Treaty Oak Park Fridays in the spring. Hosted by Downtown Vision, Inc. and JaxParks, the series features four family-friendly movies shown under the stars, each beginning at dusk (around 8 p.m.) on the land that once served as the setting for numerous silent films. Attendees are encouraged to bring blankets, lawn chairs and picnic dinners ordered “to-go” from one of the many Downtown restaurants. Music and kids lawn games will keep moviegoers busy before each show. Vendors will also sell concessions onsite. Movie: The Wizard of Oz.

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Jacksonville Special Events April 2011

Submitted by Rachel Leitao, First Coast News Staff

Monday, April 4th, 2011, 10:25am

Movies in the Park

April 8, 15 and 29

Downtown Jacksonville’s series is returning to historic Treaty Oak Park Fridays in the spring. Hosted by Downtown Vision, Inc. and JaxParks, the series features four family-friendly movies shown under the stars, each beginning at dusk (around 8 p.m.) on the land that once served as the setting for numerous silent films. Attendees are encouraged to bring blankets, lawn chairs and picnic dinners ordered “to-go” from one of the many Downtown restaurants. April 8 – Cars, April 15 – The Neverending Story, April 29 – Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory.

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