Events in Jacksonville today

Designed for babies ages 0 to 23 months and their caregivers, this playful session features music, movement, books, and interactive play for family fun. Caregivers are encouraged to participate alongside their little ones, modeling excitement about reading and learning during a time created just for them. Children under 2 are especially likely to enjoy and benefit from this fun weekly activity, which nurtures early literacy and a love of learning.

An introductory yoga class offered twice each month, ideal for beginners who want to learn the basics. Dress in comfortable clothing and bring a water bottle. If you have a yoga mat, you are encouraged to bring it.

A casual Commander session for Magic: The Gathering players, offering friendly games and an easygoing vibe.

Challenge Trivia blends board game fun with a lively trivia competition. Test your knowledge while you play, with C&F Gift Cards awarded to first, second, and third place.

A relaxed Sit & Sew takes place on the first Thursday of each month. Bring any sewing project, whether you are just getting started or putting on the finishing touches, and enjoy an easygoing day of stitching. An educator will be available at every session to answer questions, offer guidance, or provide a fresh set of eyes to help keep things moving. It is a friendly way to make progress and spend time alongside others who love to sew.

The Argenta Farmers Market kicks off its 2026 season at Flyway Brewing in Argenta. Every Thursday, shoppers can find locally grown and made groceries sold directly by farmers. Vendor applications are not accepted through Facebook.

This group meditation gathering offers an approachable way to learn and practice calming techniques together. Sessions emphasize how meditation can reduce stress, lessen anxiety, and support overall health. Each week features a simple, accessible format that welcomes beginners, and no prior experience is required.

Caverns & Forests hosts a four-week Dungeons & Dragons campaign designed for players with some experience. Each run seats six participants, and new campaigns begin monthly. Tickets are $75 and cover all four sessions, waive the usual $5 cover during the campaign, and include a character miniature of your choice. The adventure is led by Dungeon Master Garrett, the venue’s D&D specialist. Ticket holders can use extra Player Handbooks and other accessories provided in the café during sessions. Players must bring their own level 5 character built with rolled stats. Artificer and Blood Hunter classes are not allowed, and monster races are not permitted. The DM will review starting items and other general details at the first session. Participants must be 18 or older. All sales are final with no refunds, and arriving on time or a little early is requested out of respect for the party.

Annie and the Caldwells deliver a high-energy blend of disco and soul from a tight-knit Mississippi family led by Ms. Annie Caldwell. Their songs are crafted to lift the spirit and touch the heart, equally at home in a place of worship or on a lively dance floor. Their latest album, Can’t Lose My (Soul), earned broad praise as a standout in contemporary gospel, with The Guardian, PopMatters, and MOJO noting its power to inspire, transcend boundaries, and get audiences moving. Onstage, Ms. Annie is joined by daughters Deborah and Anjessica and goddaughter Toni Rivers, with eldest son Willie Jr. on bass, youngest son Abel Aquirius on drums, and her husband of fifty years, Willie Joe Caldwell Sr., on guitar. Season ticket holders, Circle Society donors, and corporate partners have access to a pre-show lounge with complimentary drinks and a special appearance by Broadway star Fergie L. Philippe. This concert series receives support from Mary Ann Coleman, Mimi San Pedro, Olivia Farrell, Susan Conley, and the Partnership for Community Enrichment with Gael Downs Hees and Randy Hees.

This lively storytime blends a story with music, guided movement, and rhymes to nurture early literacy, rhythm, motor development, and social skills in young children. Wear comfortable, secure footwear to move safely during the activities. Geared toward ages 3 to 5. Registration is not required.

Learn the Quiltworx method while creating the Indian Summer Autumn quilt, a project that pairs beautifully with Lori Holt’s Piece and Plenty collection. The design features soft, muted rainbow tones for a calm, balanced look, and the construction builds skills in a clear, logical sequence. Vida provides step by step guidance so you can understand how Quiltworx patterns come together and gain confidence as you work through each section. This class is intended for confident beginners and covers building a full quilt with the Quiltworx approach, using foundation paper piecing for accuracy, organizing and following a multi step layout, and developing comfort with a larger project. This is a kit required class. The kit includes all fabrics for the quilt top and binding, along with the pattern and foundation papers. Backing is not included. The finished quilt measures about 68 by 68 inches. The kit price is $182 with layaway available. The class fee is $60, and capacity is limited to 10 students. Please bring a sewing machine in good working order, a rotary cutter, an Add A Quarter ruler, a fabric glue stick and a repositionable glue stick, 50 wt thread, snips, and a seam ripper. Recommended tools include an Acorn Pressing Pen with Solution Refill, a tracing wheel, and a Cutter Pillar light table. All supplies are available in the shop if needed.

Experience the First Friday Farmers Market accompanied by live music from Bree Ogden. Enjoy a relaxed market visit with a musical backdrop.

Organized by 501 SoleRunners, this inaugural 5K walk and run was created in memory of Coach Stervin Smith’s father, who passed away from pancreatic cancer. It unites the community to honor loved ones, raise awareness, support families affected by the disease, and kindle hope for the future. Participants and supporters can get involved by walking, running, volunteering, sponsoring, or simply showing support. Every effort helps bring attention to a disease that impacts thousands of families each year and turns awareness into action. Run in honor and walk in hope.

The BDB100 Training Ride Program helps Arkansas cyclists prepare for the annual Big Dam Bridge 100 while building connections with local riders, clubs, and bike shops. Participants are organized by experience and goals for the 26 or 50 mile routes. Group 4 welcomes those brand new to riding. Group 3 suits riders with some experience who want to get comfortable in group settings and aim to finish the 26 mile course. Group 2 is for recreational riders who ride regularly and want to complete the 50 mile option or improve their time on the 26. Group 1 focuses on pacing, fueling, and coordinated paceline skills, with preparation for the 50 mile route and the potential to reach 75 miles. The series features recurring training rides that depart from Murray Park and is designed to build confidence in group riding and a sense of community. Registration costs $50, is limited to 120 participants, and requires a minimum age of 12. Support for the program comes from Spokes Bicycle Shop, Phat Tire Bicycle Shops, Shift Modern Cyclery, Mello Velo, and Rev Rock. For more information, contact the Training Ride Coordinator at BDB100Training@gmail.com.

The newly opened farmers market in West Little Rock highlights local farmers and makers and features fresh produce, baked goods, and more.

Teams of three return to Sherwood Forest Disc Golf Course for the third year of this popular triples tournament, now featuring some fresh twists. Every registered participant receives a complimentary disc along with free food and drinks, and prizes will be awarded across all categories. The event supports efforts to help children heal from child abuse and neglect. Donations to CPC’s pantry are encouraged, with one mulligan granted for each item contributed.

Returning for its fourth year, Bike Fest comes to Rock City Harley Davidson. Hosted by The Heavenly Riders, it welcomes M/Cs, S/Cs, M/Ms, motorcycle enthusiasts, and car clubs for a lively day featuring food, music, plenty of fun, prizes, and more.

Created for those who cannot make weekday story times, this weekend session features stories along with crafts and activities. It is suitable for children of all ages, and younger attendees may need adult assistance during hands-on parts. All materials are provided and no registration is required. On the fourth Saturday of each month, if weather allows, the session takes place at Laman Plaza park. For more information, contact jwheeler@nlrlibrary.org.

Learn curved piecing the easy way in a Mod Owls Revival quilting class led by Vida. Using the Wonder Curve rulers from Sew Kind of Wonderful, you will practice techniques that simplify curves, so there is no pinning, centering, or snipping... just cutting, sewing, and squaring. Instruction covers building confidence with the rulers, creating smooth and consistent curved seams, piecing blocks without complicated setup, and improving accuracy through careful cutting and squaring. This class is designed for confident beginners. The class fee is $40 and enrollment is limited to nine students. Please bring a sewing machine in good working order, a rotary cutter, 50 wt thread, snips, a seam ripper, the Mod Owls Revival pattern, thirteen one third yard cuts of assorted focus fabrics for the owls and flying geese, five yards of background fabric, the Quick Curve ruler, the Mini Quick Curve ruler, and a squaring ruler that works for 4 to 6 inch blocks. Kits in the featured colorway are available from the shop, and all supplies can be purchased there if needed. The Acorn Pressing Pen with solution refill is recommended.

Experience Caribbean rhythms at a returning reggae celebration highlighted by a strong artist roster. Headliners include Turbulence of Jamaica and Culture featuring Kenyatta Hill, with HR from Bad Brains performing with Lion Heights. The lineup continues with Lion Heights from Austin, Yard Squad from St. Louis, The Band from Little Rock, Butterfly, and more. DJ Nick Hud keeps the music flowing, and Sonta Jean, the Koky Queen, hosts. Families can look forward to free entry for children 12 and under and a dedicated Kids Zone. Expect food plus arts and crafts vendors, and tickets are available.

This event includes a color walk where people can represent loved ones. Organizers are also seeking additional sponsors and vendors, with vendor tables available.

Kick off the holiday with a community fun run at Fleet Feet Little Rock that blends easygoing kilometers with a celebratory stack of pancakes. Designed for every pace, it welcomes those chasing a personal record as well as friends out for a relaxed walk. Fresh, hot pancakes await at the finish. Participation supports a local cause and gives back to the community. Family and friends are welcome, and an appetite is encouraged.

Friends and future neighbors come together for a festive Labor Day barbecue with home-style snacks and live music, followed by a happy hour. RSVP is requested.

Game Goblins in Little Rock presents a local Standard tournament with store credit on the line. The event features multiple Swiss rounds and may include a top cut based on attendance, all supported by certified judges and event staff for a focused competitive setting. Entry is 10 dollars with casual rules enforcement. Participants need a Standard legal deck, familiarity with current Modern rules and Competitive REL procedures, and the stamina to play through several Swiss rounds with a top cut if they advance. Prizes are awarded as full store credit to the top cut.