Your source for Asian culture in the Jacksonville Metropolitan area. This blog focuses on various stores, restaurants, events, and other resources for learning about different Asian cultures in the area.
Sunday, April 22, 2012
Jacksonville Turkish Festival - Sunday, 4/22/12
Presented by: Amity Turkish Cultural Center
What: Jacksonville Turkish Festival
When: Sunday, April 22, 2012
Time: 10am - 7pm
Where:
Florida State College at Jacksonville South Campus
11901 Beach Boulevard
Jacksonville, FL 32246
A cultural heritage festival celebrating Turkish art, food and traditions organized by Amity Cultural Center a 501 C 3 non-profit organization. It is North Florida’s only Turkish Festival with tons of delicious Turkish food, live music and arts & crafts. See live Turkish folk dances and Turkish pop music on stage, Turkish food, arts & crafts, children’s entertainment and activities and more. The attendees will be awarded gifts.
More info: http://www.jaxturkishfest.com
Thursday, April 12, 2012
The 2nd Annual Clay County Philippine Festival - Saturday, 4/21/12
Presented by: Philippine Cultural Center Foundation Inc.
What: The 2nd Annual Clay County Philippine Festival
When: Saturday, April 21, 2012
Time: 9am - 5pm
Where:
Orange Park Town Hall (Corner of Kingsley & US 17)
2042 Park Avenue
Orange Park, FL 32073
Cost: FREE ADMISSION
Free Services:
Health Screening
Cooking Lessons
Exhibits
Demonstrations
Free Entertainment:
Cultural Dances
Fashion Show
Live Music
Kids Zone
Enjoy Authentic Food from Various Vendors
For more info: Visit us at www.pccfi.org or visit our Facebook page
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Flores de Mayo Festival Santa Cruzan - Saturday, 5/26/12 - Sunday, 5/27/12
What: Be part of the Flores De Mayo Festival!
Santa Cruzan 2012
When: Saturday, May 26, 2012 - Sunday, May 27, 2012
Join us and let's celebrate the Flores De Mayo (Flowers of May)
You or your family member or friend could be either:
Prince
King
Queen
Princess
All candidates must be:
*US Residents
*Ages 4-12 yrs (Prince/Princess)
*Ages 15 yrs and up (King/Queen)
*Must be a team of King & Prince, King & Princess, Queen & Prince, or Queen & Princess
*Team combination (Family Members, Relatives or Family Friends)
*Submission of Entry until April 27, 2012
For more info on how to join as candidates and be a Major Sponsor, Sponsor, or Vendor, call 941-840-7220 or email us at sales@SariSariAtbp.com or donate@gift2care.org
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Eighth Annual Asian Pacific American Heritage Month - Saturday, 5/19/12
Presented by: The Mayor's Asian American Advisory Board
What: Eighth Annual Asian Pacific American Heritage Month
When: Saturday, May 19, 2012
Time: 6pm - 10pm
Where:
Fraternal Order of Police
5530 Beach Blvd
Jacksonville, FL 32207
Dinner and Awards Ceremony
Guest Speaker:
Dr. Denis Wright, President of Florida Stage College at Jacksonville South Campus
Scholarships and Awards given to Asian American students and members of the community.
Business or native costumes encouraged.
Cost: $25 per person, or $250 to reserve a table.
For more info: Download Flyer for more information and to reserve your tickets.
RSVP with a check by April 25, 2012, payable to
City of Jacksonville - MAAAB
Mail to MAAAB, Attn: Dr. Delphia Williams
1809 Art Museum Drive, Suite 100
Jacksonville, FL 32207
Phone: (904) 651-0143;
E-mail: MAAAB@CambodianAmerican.Org
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