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Happy weekend, Jacksonville! 

In today’s happening-today edition: Generation W IMPACT celebration, Board Stories surf series, and Women’s Wellness Fest + events worth checking out today & tomorrow.

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📰 In the news

Empowering ideas take center stage: Generation W will mark 15 years with an IMPACT themed celebration at the University of North Florida on March 27. Expect thought leaders, conversations, and programs like LauncHER shaping Jacksonville — get all the event details.

Where boards carry stories: Visit Jacksonville launched Board Stories, a video series where surfers share how the ocean shaped them. A SeaGals installment spotlights women surfers, building confidence and community across skill levels — explore the Board Stories series.

Water district issues warning: Regional water shortage expanded to Clay, Flagler, Nassau, Putnam and St. Johns counties, urging voluntary cutbacks. Odd or no addresses water Saturday, even addresses Sunday, with tighter rules possible — see current watering schedule.

Gold & silver are hot: Coming off gold’s best year since 1979, the momentum is carrying well into 2026 with silver remaining one of the most talked-about assets. Curious why they’re back in focus? American Hartford Gold has a free guide that explains what’s happening and how people are approaching it today. It’s free – and definitely worth a read.

Someone Googled you this week: Whether you’re dating again, selling something locally, or just meeting new neighbors… people are going to look you up. Like it or not, the internet has a way of surfacing past mistakes and outdated information that no longer reflects who you are. Thankfully, there’s a really easy way for you (or someone you care about) to clean up all that up – learn more here.

Highlights this week:

• Discover opulent orchids and vendors
• Enjoy coffee and a guided shorebird walk
• Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with the Culhanes
• Over 62? See how to turn home equity into tax-free cash

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Murals on two wheels: Skip the parking hunt; cruise the Orchestrated Mural Tour with Art Bikes for a breezy loop of downtown murals and river views. Spot fresh pieces, glide between errands, and fall back in love with Jax, sweat-free.

Yarn mood booster: River City Yarn & Fiber stocks Noro, Juniper Moon, Cascade, and more, plus tools, books, patterns, and friendly classes when your WIP needs motivation. A fresh colorway might happily ambush your queue, sparking new ideas.

Raise a local pint: In a 1927 San Marco ice house, Aardwolf Brewing Company pours a cozy taproom vibe and inventive beers, from medal-winning BPA to Early Bird Special “Floridian” Breakfast Stout. It’s a midweek nudge to meet a friend, try something new, and linger.

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📆 Around town today & tomorrow

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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.

🌱 Tree Giveaway @ Mandarin Community Club | Saturday (3/7) at 9:00 AM – Free trees at Mandarin Community Club’s giveaway, one per household while supplies last, to help rebuild our canopy. Grab a live oak, redbud, or dahoon holly, get quick tips from Master Gardeners, and give your future porch-sitting, power bill, and neighborhood pride a boost.

🎨 Paint Out @ Betz-Tiger Point Preserve | Saturday (3/7) at 10:00 AM – Pack your paints and head to Betz-Tiger Point Preserve for a plein air session during the 7 Creeks Fest, where marsh views do most of the work. It’s free, family friendly, and there are food trucks and vendors, so no one goes hangry.

🦋 Budding Gardeners: Butterfly Gardens @ Garden Club of Jacksonville | Saturday (3/7) at 10:00 AM – Wildflower Garden Circle at Garden Club Jax is teaching kids to build butterfly-friendly container gardens, so they can bring home something prettier than a rock. Registration covers one parent and one child, $5 members, $10 nonmembers, registration required. Join the club, your wallet thanks you.

🐶 Spring Bark! @ BEDLAM Mayport (Atlantic Beach) | Saturday (3/7) at 1:00 PM – Spring’s calling, and so is your generous streak. Come out for live music, good food, and a fundraiser for K9s For Warriors, the folks pairing service dogs with veterans. It’s the rare night where your tab sits, stays, and actually does some good.

👩 Women’s Wellness Fest: International Women’s Day @ Seawalk Pavilion (Jacksonville Beach) | Sunday (3/8) at 10:00 AM – Trade doomscrolling for sea breezes at an International Women’s Day fest on Jacksonville Beach with yoga, meditation, talks, and workshops. GA covers the main stage, the marketplace, and three picks, VIP adds a tent, lunch, a tote, and priority signups. Vendor Village is free.

🏺 2-Day Pottery Workshop: Chickens @ Atlantic Beach Arts Market | Sunday (3/8) at 10:00 AM – Whether you already chat with your backyard flock or just need an excuse to play with clay, ABAM’s two-part, hand-building workshop with Chelsea lets you make and glaze up to two decorative chickens over two Sundays, two weeks apart. $65, no wheel required, low-stress fun.

🏛 An Afternoon in Greece @ JAX Cooking Studio (Jacksonville Beach) | Sunday (3/8) at 2:00 PM – Trade your errands for phyllo therapy and spend an afternoon cooking like a Greek, no passport required. Learn spanakopita, lemon herb chicken with sautéed mushrooms and tzatziki, creamy orzo, and baklava, then toast with opa. It’s quality time, and yes, seconds count as research.

Live music & entertainment:

• 3/7 The Party Cartel @ Cliff’s Bar And Grill – 7:00 PM
• 3/7 Killer Frequency @ BEDLAM Mayport – 8:00 PM
• 3/7 Walker Road @ Dragonfly Lounge (Neptune Beach) – 8:00 PM
• 3/7 Saving Abel and more @ Jack Rabbits – 8:00 PM
• 3/8 Dueling Pianos @ Cowtown Tavern – Food & Sports – 3:00 PM
• 3/8 First Coast Wind Symphony @ St. John’s Cathedral – 4:00 PM
• 3/8 Songwriters Concert @ Adele Grage Cultural Center (Atlantic Beach) – 6:00 PM

Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →

🔥 Worth a peek

We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.

• Thinning hair? Don’t wait – here are 3 treatments that work
• This free tool helps connect you with the right financial advisor
• Got debt? You may be able to pay less than you owe
• You can own physical gold and silver in your retirement account
• Treat yourself: Save on self-care during the CVS Epic Beauty Sale

📻 Jacksonville report

Weather forecast

Today – High: 83°F – Low: 63°F – Precip: 8%

Areas of fog before 9am. Mostly sunny. High near 83, with temperatures falling to around 79 in the afternoon. Southeast wind 2 to 13 mph, with gusts as high as 16 mph. Later: Mostly clear. Low around 63, with temperatures rising to around 65 overnight. Southeast wind 5 to 10 mph.

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Tomorrow – High: 86°F – Low: 63°F – Precip: 25%

A chance of rain showers after 2pm. Mostly sunny. High near 86, with temperatures falling to around 82 in the afternoon. South wind 3 to 9 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. Later: A chance of rain showers before 2am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 63. Chance of precipitation is 30%.

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