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Jax River Jams: VyStar Community Corner – Small Business and Artist Market

Take a look at the vendors who will be at the VyStar Community Corner: Small Business and Artist Market at Jax River Jams Concert Series, Presented by VyStar Credit Union.

Learn more about the event.

Non-Profits

Downtown Jacksonville Merch Shop

We are stewards for Downtown Jacksonville. Place managers, connectors, strategists and activators, we are dedicated to improving the heart of our city.

April 8, 15, 22, 29 

Jacksonville Children’s Chorus

Inspiring excellence in young singers through a high-quality choral music education.

April 22, 29

MOCA

MOCA Jacksonville promotes the discovery, knowledge, and the advancement of the art, artists, and ideas of our time.

April 22

Dare to Hire Different 

Dare to Hire Different is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization supported through the generosity of individuals, churches, foundations and businesses that care about helping find employment for those whom have different abilities and support our mission. 

April 8

Groundwork Jacksonville

Groundwork Jacksonville, Inc. was established in 2014 as the city’s nonprofit partner in building the Emerald Trail and restoring McCoys Creek and Hogans Creek. Groundwork Jacksonville is one of 21 Groundwork USA trusts in the country and the only trust in Florida.

April 8, 15, 22, 29

Jacksonville Humane Society

The Jacksonville Humane Society provides care, comfort and compassion to animals in need while engaging the hearts, hands and minds of our community to bring about an end to the killing of abandoned and orphaned shelter animals.

April 8, 29 

JAMS

JAMS is a non profit after school program that empowers the creative leaders of tomorrow through the arts and music.

April 8, 15, 22, 29

Jacksonville Naval Museum

The Jacksonville Historical Ship Association is a local, veteran lead organization working to build the future Jacksonville Naval Museum in downtown Jacksonville!

April 8, 15, 22, 29 

K9 for Warriors

K9 for Warriors provides service dogs to veterans suffering from PTSD. 

April 8 

Melanin Market

The Melanin Market’s mission is to create a platform that highlights minority-owned businesses’ products and services and provides a platform for fellowship with customers and the community.

April 15, 29 

MOSH

The Museum of Science & History (MOSH) inspires the joy of lifelong learning by bringing to life the sciences and regional history. 

April 8, 15, 22, 29 

North Florida School of Special Education 

NFSSE is a school for individuals ages 6-40 with intellectual and developmental differences. We have micro enterprises which allow students independence and vocational studies while exploring their passion. This includes Berry Good Farms, Art With Soul, Barkin’ Biscuits and our Culinary Arts program.

April 15, 22, 29 

Yoga 4 Change

Yoga 4 Change is a non-profit organization that achieves lasting, demonstrative change for veterans, individuals who are experiencing incarceration, youth, and people living with mental health conditions through a purpose-driven yoga curriculum.

April 15 

 

Local Businesses

VyStar Credit Union

For almost 70 years, VyStar Credit Union has been dedicated to improving the financial lives of our members and supporting the communities we serve.

April 8, 15, 22, 29

Boss of the Sauce

The Boss will now host Teams from around the country and celebrate the growing Barbeque culture and all that it encompasses. World class country music talent, BBQ Chefs, as well as local craft beer and bourbon distillers will be highlighted as part of the festivities.

April 8

Visit Jacksonville

Visit Jacksonville is a Destinations International accredited Destination Marketing Organization contracted since 1996 by the Duval County Tourist Development Council (TDC) to champion the growth of leisure and business tourism in Jacksonville.

April 8, 15, 22, 29 

Jax PBS (formally WJCT)

Jax PBS is the community-supported public broadcasting station for the First Coast.

April 29

iHeart Radio

All your favorite music, podcasts, and radio stations available for free.

April 8, 15, 22, 29

Kona Ice

Kona Ice is a one-of-a-kind tropical shaved ice experience on wheels!

April 8, 15, 22, 29

Mad Mikes Jerky

Mad Mikes Jerky sell bags of jerky. All USDA approved and packaged. 

April 8

Marcophotoz

Vintage/rare clothing and photography prints 

April 22

Pet Wants

Pet Food Truck/Mobile Market 

April 29

Rethreaded

Rethreaded is a purposeful gift company that sells good made in Jacksonville, FL by survivors of human trafficking. 

April 22, 29 

Row House San Marco

Rowing is a total body workout and the new studio is coming to San Marco and Riverside soon after is going to rock your world and have an experience like no other! Everyone is included! Come see what it’s all about! Currently offering presale rates!

April 8, 15, 22, 29

 

Artists

Ancient Energies

Ancient Energies infuses ancient and modern knowledge to find pertinent guidance for the here & now.  Flourishing the Spirit of Creative Minds!

April 29

Animus

Animus uses creative skills to create original images for prints and clothing.

April 8, 15, 22, 29 

Bello Boopie

Winner of 2021 Riverside Arts Market Maker of the Year who celebrates all things local through styled watercolor local art prints and funny locally made and designed greeting cards with a focus on Florida Life.

April 29

Cosmic Abstract Creations

Cosmic Abstract Creations is 3D abstract art created by an abstract artist.  

April 22

Cosmic Creations

A husband and wife owned business who work together in customizing and up-cycling used and vintage clothing. 

April 15

Couture Jems

Unique and custom handmade jewelry using higher-end materials, sterling, genuine gemstones. Always up-to-date with the latest trends!

April 15 

Crafty-ish AF

Handcrafted coasters, drink coozies, glassware and phone grips

April 8 

Delightful Natural Aromas

Handcrafted Bath and Beauty Products for all.

April 29

GarbagePonyPopArt

GarbagePonyPopArt makes obnoxious nostalgia pop art! Paintings, art prints, screen-printed shirts, buttons, and sticker packs. 

April 15 

Heather B’s Custom Creations

Handmade wreaths, swags and centerpieces for any occasion, holiday, theme or event.

April 15, 29

Liquid Therapy

Lifestyle apparel brand for men, women and children.

April 8 

Miller’s Creations

Personalized tumblers, earrings, phone stand, night lights

April 8, 22

Miso Mermacorn

Resin and Liquid Crystal (mood ring) art and jewelry. One of a kind and lightweight.

April 22

Ocean’s Treasures

Handmade jewelry using locally found sharks teeth shells and authentic sea glass. 

April 8 

Precision Tees

Custom & graphic tees. Handmade, on the spot. 

April 29 

Radiance 

Radiance helps bring you health art and jewels radiantly inspired by the ocean and nature.

April 15 

Rick and Llewyns Strange and Eclectic Tales

Jacksonville author who is becoming well known across Jacksonville.

April 15 

Sammy Cakes

Sammy Cakes sells pound cake and cheesecake slices and also sell dipped cheesecake bites and cheesecake blondie bars. 

April 22

Sara Buckley Makes and Kelly Murphy Art

Sara Buckley and Kelly Murphy are two friends who both share a love of creating modern macrame pieces for the home. 

April 15 

Sherika Originals Handcrafted Gifts

Handmade jewelry and art 

April 29 

Sparkle Sundream

Handmade sun catchers 

April 15 

Sugababie

Handmade all natural hair and body products care products.

April 22 

T-Shirts Man!

Local clothing company producing high quality embroidered and graphic printed t-shirts. Available for Men/Women/Unisex oriented to current popular culture! Really nice and clean wearable fashion.

April 8