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Holding Space for our NeighborsJacksonville’s Story of Belonging
Our community is lifted by stories of courage, faith, and resilience. Jacksonville’s story is being written every time a neighbor chooses to listen, to show up, and to hold space for someone whose life looks different from their own. At OneJax, we’re leaning into our role as conveners, bridgebuilders, and changemakers, because listening, showing up, and holding space for one another isn’t just kind—it’s essential.
This month, we invite you to be intentional about holding space for your neighbors. Join us at community events like Black History Month gatherings and interfaith Ramadan dinners — come with an open mind and an open heart. Approach conversations with curiosity, not conviction or conversion — asking more than you assume and listening more than you speak. When we do this together, we help shape a Jacksonville where everyone feels seen, heard, and that they truly belong. |
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35 Years of Metrotown!Thousands of Stories. One Future.
If you were ever connected to Metrotown — as a participant, parent, facilitator, volunteer, or supporter — we want to hear from you. OneJax is reimagining Metrotown, and your experience matters as we shape what youth leadership looks like today. Your voice will help ensure this program continues to build respect, understanding, and connections rooted in shared humanity for the next generation. Please share this survey with others who were part of Metrotown — the more voices, the stronger the future. |
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| Unlock Early Bird Access! 2026 Humanitarian Awards: General Admission Tickets Available! |
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For the first time ever, OneJax is proud to announce the introduction of General Admission tickets for the 2026 OneJax Humanitarian Awards Event. This program-only reservation is currently available, and we invite you to unlock a %10 off using the code EARLYBIRD! *Please note you will need to select “unlock” to use your code via Ticketmaster. Signature Access ticket registration is also open, offering guests premier access to the pre-event reception. As we continue to lean into the power of belonging and recognizing shared humanity, we ask that you join us Thursday, April 30, 2026, at the Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts! Alongside hundreds of community members, we honor this year’s distinguished Humanitarian Award honorees—Tom Coughlin & Keli Coughlin, Betty Burney, Sel & Angie Buyuksarac, Poppy Clements, and Charlie Joseph—and celebrate more than five decades of leadership, service, and impact in Jacksonville. Your attendance supports OneJax as we grow and enhance our youth, community and interfaith programming. If you are looking to make a bigger impact, please explore sponsorship opportunities today to help advance the OneJax mission of building respect, understanding, and connection across our city. |
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 | Becoming a sponsor of the 2026 OneJax Humanitarian Awards is a powerful way to invest in a more just and connected Jacksonville. Sponsors stand alongside other civic and business leaders who believe in a united Jacksonville where every person feels heard, valued, and included—helping ensure the Humanitarian Awards, and the mission they support, continue to grow their reach and impact. |
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| Thursday, February 19th, 7:00 pm Faith & Democracy: The Dangers of Extremism .png)
In collaboration with our statewide partners, OneJax invites you to explore how people of different or no faith can confront rising extremism and work together to safeguard democracy in this virtual conversation on February 19 at 7 p.m.
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 Breaking Bread & Barriers – Thank you for joining us! Whose News? Media, Mistrust, and the Search for Truth |
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As another meaningful dialogue concludes, we want to thank our guests for attending another Breaking Bread & Barriers event. Panelists Will Brown, Deirdre Conner, Kent Justice and Lynn Jones-Turpin led a thought-provoking and insightful conversation about news media, mistrust and the responsibility of journalists and consumers to establish and use best practices when delivering or consuming news media. For those unable to join us, you can watch the recap of the event here or view photos by clicking the button below. |
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We invite you to join us for the third and final session of Humanity in the Age of Information: AI & Authenticity. Can you trust what you see anymore? As artificial intelligence becomes a bigger part of everyday life—from deepfakes to auto-generated content—we’re all grappling with what’s real and what’s not. This session invites you to join a conversation about the impact of AI on truth, trust, and the future of human connection. Hear from experts, share your thoughts, and discover how we can navigate this rapidly evolving digital landscape together. Whether you’re tech-savvy or just curious, this is your chance to help shape a future grounded in shared values and ethical choices. AI & Authenticity: Date: May 19, 2026 Time: 6-8 pm, Doors open at 5:30 pm Location: WJCT, 100 Festival Park Reserve your seat at the table below; dinner will be served! |
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| Saturday, February 7th, 11:00 am Bosnian Food Festival |
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The 4th Annual Bosnian Food Festival 2026, a community event celebrating authentic Bosnian cuisine, culture, and togetherness in Jacksonville. Saturday, February 7, 2026 | 11:00 AM Local businesses and partners are invited to support this established and growing annual tradition through sponsorship opportunities and connect with the wider Jacksonville community. Sponsorship inquiries: icobjaxfl@gmail.com |
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| Saturday, February 14th, 11:00 am – 1:00 pm Istanbul Center and Atlantic Institute Cooking Class
 The Istanbul Center & Atlantic Institute invites you to join their upcoming Cooking Class & Luncheon on Saturday, February 14! This class will feature a demonstration on making Chocolate & Pistachios Phyllo Triangle (Muska Katmer). Register below! |
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| Wednesday, February 18th, 7:00 – 8:30 pm Jewish Women of Strength: Then & Now |
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Hadassah Jacksonville welcomes you to join Women of Strength: Then & Now (three part series beginning January 21st.) 7 PM at Congregation Ahavath Chesed. RSVP to jacksonvillehadassah@gmail.com |
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| Wednesday, February 18th, 6:00 pm The City of Jacksonville Black History Month Celebration  |
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| Sunday, February 22nd, 1:00 pm Together Against Hate 5K |
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Join the First Coast YMCA and Jewish Community Alliance for the 3rd Annual Racing Against Hate 5K Run/Walk at the Winston Family YMCA on Sunday, February 22, 2026! The annual event will include a 5K run or walk over the Acosta Bridge in the main road (southbound) starting at 1:00pm. A 1-Mile Fun Run along the Riverwalk will start at 2:00pm. Both runs are open to runners and walkers of all levels. You will receive a Racing Against Hate T-shirt and custom medal. |
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| Wednesday, February 24th, 5:30 – 8:00 pm The Scriptural Reasoning Series with Atlantic Institute – A Special Ramadan Gathering  The Scriptural Reasoning Series with Atlantic Institute – Special Ramadan Gathering Join the Atlantic institute for a meaningful interfaith journey in the Scriptural Reasoning series! This distinctive practice brings people from diverse faiths together to read, reflect on, and discuss sacred texts—not to reach agreement, but to explore interpretations across traditions. It’s an opportunity to “disagree better,” build mutual respect, and deepen understanding of one another’s scriptures and beliefs. |
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| Wednesday, February 25th, 5:30 pm Together Against Hate: A Ramadan Dinner  |
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| Thursday, February 26th, 5:15 – 8:00 pm Interfaith Iftar “The Courage to be Curious” |
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This annual interfaith iftar is centered on courageous conversations that deepen understanding across differences, proudly presented by Interfaith Jax in partnership with the St. John’s Cathedral and Jacksonville Jewish Center. For ten years, the Interfaith Iftar has created space for people of all faiths—and of no faith—to come together at sunset during the Islamic holy month of Ramadan, to break bread, listen deeply, and affirm the dignity of every person. In a time marked by polarization and mistrust, this gathering continues to stand as a testament to what is possible when we have the courage to be curious. Welcome Megan Phelps-Roper, author of Unfollow: A Memoir of Loving and Leaving the Westboro Baptist Church, as our keynote speaker. Her personal journey offers a powerful reflection on the transformative potential of humility, curiosity, and courageous conversation, values that lie at the heart of the Interfaith Iftar. RSVP is required, please see the button below! |
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| Saturday, February 28th, 10 am – 7 pm – World of Nations .jpg) Celebrate 34 years of exploration at the 2026 World of Nations Celebration! Experience the cuisine, artistry and customs from lands near and far as you travel throughout the event. Tickets are available online for $9 + tax for each day of the event. Plan your trip around the world in Jacksonville! |
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