April 3
The Suns open the 2008 campaign against the West Tenn Diamond Jaxx at the Baseball Grounds of Jacksonville at 7:05pm. Well-known weekly promotions will return this year, including Fifty Cent Family Feast Tuesdays, numerous Businessperson Special day games on Wednesdays, the very popular Thursday Night Throwdowns and Friday Family Fireworks. Every Sunday home game will feature a giveaway just for children and Kids Run the Bases after the game. Tickets for all 70 home games are currently on sale through the Suns Box Office at (904) 358-2846, or online at www.jaxsuns.com.
April 3 to April 12
It’s time once again for the Clay County Fair! This year’s festivities include daily entertainment (including a performance by American Idol’s Phil Stacey), fascinating exhibits, and fun shows such as Rosaire’s Royal Pig Races and Disc-Connect k9’s Frisbee Show Dogs. Clay County Fair Ground, Info: claycountyfair.org
April 7
The Jacksonville Children’s Chorus is holding fall semester auditions for children grades 2-12. Brentwood Elementary School, 3750 Springfield Blvd., 6-7 pm, Info: (904) 346-1636.
April 7-13
Join the 50,000+ Tennis enthusiasts as they converge on historic Amelia Island for this competitive week of championship tennis. Top players and up-and-coming stars will compete for over $600,000 in prize money. Amelia Island Plantation, Fernandina Beach, Info: 1-800-486-8366 or www.blchamps.com
April 9- 10 am and 12 pm
A play based on the classic story by Mark Twain, young Tom Sawyer and his buddy Huckleberry Finn go on countless adventures from simply whitewashing a fence to hunting for gold to attending their own funerals. The mischievous twosome have a lot of fun but also learn important lessons along the way. Tickets: $7. Lazzara Performance Hall, UNF Fine Arts Center, Info: (904) 353-3500 or theatreworksjax.com
April 10 to April 13
Your child’s favorite Disney Princesses leap from the stories and onto the ice during this magical show hosted by everyone’s favorite mischievous pixie Tinker Bell. Tickets: $7.50-$47. Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena, Info: (904) 630-3998
April 10 to April 13
This unique event to raise money for cancer research is sure to be a hit with your family. Activities include equestrian events, five-time World Champion Tiger Eye Duncan with his Frisbee Dogs, the Wild Wild West Show, pony rides and much more. Daytime admission is free to all. Jacksonville Equestrian Center, Info: cityleagueinternational.com
April 12- 11:30 am to 1:30 pm
Dress your best and meet princesses Belle, Cinderella, Snow White, Mulan, Jasmine and Pocahontas for a magical Princess Party! Hear the princesses sing, get autographs and enjoy a luncheon buffet. Tickets must be purchased in advance: $30/children, $40/adults.
Seaside Music Theatre, Daytona, Info: (386) 226-1947
April 12- 10:30 am
Yep, a triathlon just for kids! Children ages 6-12 will swim, bike and run (age appropriate distances, of course) all to benefit the Children’s Museum of St. Johns. Registration fee: $20. St. Augustine Family YMCA, 500 Pope Road, Info: www.firstcoastymca.org/staugustine
April 13 and April 16
Marc Brown’s award-winning book series and television show takes to the stage this spring. Arthur, DW, Buster, Brain and Francine will all be there to teach kids the importance of teamwork and being a kid through funny stories and toe-tapping tunes. St Augustine Amphitheatre (April 13) and the Florida Theatre (April 16), Info: (904) 471-1965 (St. Augustine Amphitheatre) or (904) 355-2787
April 18-20
Check out the largest in-water boat show in the region. The hottest boats and boating accessories will be on display along with live entertainment, fresh seafood and a riverfront tiki bar. You will also enjoy an antique boat display, Nautical Signal Flag decoding hunt, and a Maritime History display. Metropolitan Park and Marina, Info: (904) 673-0093 or www.jaxboatshow.com
April 20- 3 pm, April 21- 9:30 am and 11:30 am
Arnold Lobel’s award-winning children’s book leaps off the page and onto the stage in this Tony Award-nominated musical. Tickets: $5 (school matinee only)-$18. University of North Florida- Lazzara Theater, Info: (904) 620-1898
April 24- 10 am and 12 pm
Fish Face, a book in two-time Newbery Honor-winning author Patricia Reilly Giff’s series Kids of the Polk Street School, comes to life in this musical tale of new kids, missing unicorns and one girl’s quest for perfection. Through charming characters and a sweet story, kids will learn about honesty, true friendship and growing up. Tickets: $7. Florida Theatre, Info: (904) 353-3500 or theatreworksjax.com
April 24- 7:30 pm
Kids as young as six perform daring feats at the Russian American Kids Circus. This professional circus has been wowing audiences for 12 years with their acrobatics, tightrope walking, unicycling, juggling and balancing acts, all by children ages 6 to 16. Tickets: $12.50-$20. Florida Theatre, Info: (904) 355-2787
April 26
Bring the entire family out to the beach to watch some of the most talented sandcastle builders do their thing at the Jacksonville Beach Sandcastle Contest. The unique event will take place on the beach in front of the Sea Walk Pavilion. Info: (904) 249-3972
April 26
The Demolition Derby is a sell out event every year, so get your tickets now. The derby is held each spring with about 40 drivers participating including celebrity drivers. Jacksonville Equestrian Center, Info: (904) 727-3443 or rwilson@builderscare.org or ticketmaster for tickets.
April 26- 27
This year’s tour will showcase ten unique structures and will offer visitors an opportunity to see some of Riverside Avondale’s diverse architectural styles. Saturday, 10 AM – 5 PM, and Sunday, Noon to 5 PM. Tickets: $15 per person. Tickets at RAP office, 2623 Herschel Street.
April 27- 2 pm
The family won't want to miss this Jacksonville Beach tradition. This year’s parade will feature a variety of floats, entertainment, and guaranteed fun! Downtown Jacksonville Beach, Info: (904) 247-6236
Article Published in the April 2008 Issue of EU Jacksonville
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