The following is this week’s issue of the “#DTJax Weekly Update” e-newsletter. To receive this in your email inbox each week, sign-up here.
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Things To Do Downtown
Arts + Culture
Feb. 19-21: Jacksonville International Auto Show
Feb. 21: Happy Hour Puppy Love
Live Music + NightlifeFeb. 20: Monster Jam 2016
Sports + FitnessFeb. 21: Ecstatic Dance
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Stories From BlogDTJax.com
- Relay for Life comes to #DTJax this April
- SPARK Grantee Spotlight: Nicole Holderbaum & Jax Kid’s Murals
- Historic building Downtown to transform into luxury apartments
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News of the Week
- One Spark reveals details of April event
- Veterans Memorial Arena breaks attendance record
- State closes more of downtown Jacksonville’s Coast Line Drive
- Northeast Florida Pilot Program Helping Chronically Homeless Land On Their Feet
- Historic building undergoing transformation into steakhouse
- As Armada FC president leaves, Mark Frisch gets new position
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DVI Updates
One Spark 2016 Update:
Announced at the Feb. 15 press conference, DVI and One Spark will host a Creator Showcase at the April 6 Art Walk featuring local artists, creators, performers and more. First Wednesday Spark Walk will have extended hours from noon till 10 p.m. and will span from Hemming Park to the Jacksonville Landing. The following day, April 7, will be Creator Innovation Day – a full day conference at the Hyatt Regency. Speakers, workshops, networking, pitching and a hackathon, all designed to help our local innovation ecosystem. Check here for more information and how to apply and register for Spark Walk and Creator Innovation Day.
DTJax’s Urban Oasis, March 19:
Come and celebrate Downtown at DVI’s Urban Oasis Gala Saturday, March 19, 2016! There will be cocktails, dining and dancing – with live music by the Chris Thomas Band – silent auctions and animal encounters by MOSH all leading up to the Downtown awards. All proceeds from the gala will benefit the Downtown Parklet Program. Khaki and safari attire encouraged. The gala will last from 6:00-10:30 p.m. and take place at 100 North Laura, 9th Floor, 100 N. Laura Street. Buy your tickets and sponsorships today.
We’d Love to Hear From You:
- Do you live or work in #DTJax? Take our surveys to help us track Downtown growth and improve experience!
- Take our Art Walk Visitor Survey so that we can also improve and grow our monthly Art Walk!
DVI Annual Report Available:
Have you ever wondered, what exactly does DVI do in a year? Check out our latest Annual Report, which highlights accomplishments and financial information for fiscal year 2014-2015.