Blog - Nassau County Chamber

Wellness Revolution Training: Grand Opening Celebration and FREE Class!

6/5/2023

The dedicated, knowledgeable and certified team of fitness gurus at Wellness Revolution Training are ready to help you reach your goals with customized programs, compassion and lots of fun. Whether it's strength and functional training, sports performance, nutrition consultation, or body therapy, Wellness Revolution Training offers something for everyone and every level.

The Nassau County Chamber of Commerce is excited to celebrate the grand opening of this new business at a ribbon cutting ceremony on Saturday, July 15th. And in honor of the celebration, Wellness Revolution Training will offer a FREE grand opening class to any first time member.

The FREE grand opening class is:

Functional fitness class
Made for all levels
Designed to increase physical strength through weight-bearing and resistance exercises
Intended to provide a full body workout
Capped at 15 total participants
FREE for first time Wellness Revolution Training members!

PLEASE NOTE: In order for an individual to sign up, they must download the Wellness Revolution Training app and create a profile. CLICK HERE for a link to download the app on the Apple Store. CLICK HERE to download the app on the Google Store.

FIRST TIME MEMBERS: Enter code "WRTGO" in order for the class to be free upon registration.

To sign up for the free Grand-Opening Class at either 7:00 AM or 8:00 AM on Saturday, July 15th, click below. For questions or additional information, please contact the Nassau County Chamber of Commerce at (904) 261-3248 or info@NassauCountyFLChamber.com.

Grand-Opening Class Sign Up Link

Understanding Grief Program - Nassau County

6/2/2023

Community Hospice & Palliative Care is offering an in-person support group in June for those that have lost a loved one.

Understanding Grief: A Program for The Newly Bereaved - Understanding Grief is designed to help people learn that healing is possible after the death of a loved one and there are effective ways to cope with grief and loss.

June 12, 2023, 2 to 3 p.m.
Council on Aging
1901 Island Walk Way, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034

The 1-hour presentation will help attendees:

Identify normal responses to loss
Identify coping skills that may be helpful
Understand the importance of self-care in the grieving process

Understanding Grief is designed to be most helpful for those who have experienced a loss within the last 90 days, and are at least 18 years old. Register today by calling 904-407-7001 or visit www.communityhospice.com for more information.

Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) Call to Artists | 2024

6/1/2023

The Jacksonville Aviation (JAA) Authority Arts & Culture Program (JAAACP) invites artists to apply for temporary exhibition at the Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) for the four quarters of 2024.

The JAAACP is committed to showing the work of professional and emerging artists from the sixteen-county service region of Northeast Florida including Alachua, Baker, Bradford, Clay, Duval, Flagler, Nassau, Putnam, St. Johns, and Union counties and Southeast Georgia including Brantley, Camden, Charlton, Clinch, Glynn and Ware counties.

MISSION: The intention of the JAAACP is to display works of art reflective of the unique character of Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia, and to thoughtfully enhance the JAX experience while respecting the sensitivities and functional needs of airport visitors.

For this open Call to Artists, the JAAACP will review all artwork submitted on or before September 30, 2023, during the period of October -November of 2023. Art selected will be displayed in one quarter of the calendar year 2024.

Based on the high quantity of artists who submit, it is possible artists not chosen for this display period will not be able to be contacted. If you are not contacted, please feel free to resubmit again for the following year’s curatorial plan beginning in June 2024 for the 2025 show season. Thank you.

Application Deadline: Submissions are accepted annually from June 1 –September 30, of the prior show year. Reviews are conducted between October 1 –November 30. Annual exhibition schedules are confirmed in early December. The new exhibition schedule begins January 1-4 of the show year.

Exhibition Period: Art exhibitions generally rotate quarterly with an average exhibition period of three months and may be scheduled up to one month to one year in advance.

Eligibility: This opportunity is offered only to individual artists from the service region of JAX; in Northeast Florida including Alachua, Baker, Bradford, Clay, Duval, Flagler, Nassau, Putnam, St. Johns, and Union counties and in Southeast Georgia including Brantley, Camden, Charlton, Clinch, Glynn, and Ware counties. Artists who have previously exhibited at JAX may re-apply if a new series is submitted. Preference will be given to artists who have not displayed their artwork at JAX within the previous three years.

Submission Requirements: To apply to exhibit your artwork at Jacksonville International Airport in 2024, please send the following criteria to Arts & Culture Program Manager, Jen Murray, via email by September 30, 2023, to jennifer.murray@flyjacksonville.com.

Your name, address, county of residence, phone, email, and website/social media handles
1-2 paragraph bio
1-2 paragraph artist statement
10 images consisting of recent work typical of artwork to be shown

There is no submission or review fee.

For additional information about the selection process and exhibition locations, CLICK HERE.

Please direct all submissions & questions:
Jen Murray, JAA Arts & Culture Program Manager
jennifer.murray@flyjacksonville.com
Cell: 904.206.0902
14201 Pecan Park Road, Jacksonville, Florida 32218

Visit our website at JAXAirportArts.com to learn more about the JAA Arts & Culture Program at JAX. Select the Exhibitions Opportunity tab to access the Call to Artist form.

Outdoor Movie Night Featuring "Ferris Bueller's Day Off"

5/31/2023

5/30/23 @ 3:30 p.m. - The next movie to be featured in our Summer Movie Series is "Ferris Bueller's Day Off", an 80's comedy about a quirky teenager who is determined to take a day off from school regardless of what his Principal thinks. The movie is rated PG-13 and runs just under 1 hour and 45 minutes.

You can enjoy the movie from your car using a designated radio station or you can bring chairs and blankets and enjoy the movie in front of our giant movie screen. There will be food trucks onsite for you to enjoy as well.

WHAT:
Outdoor Movie Night featuring "Ferris Bueller's Day Off"
WHEN:
Friday, June 16th. Event starts at 6:00 p.m. and movie starts at 8:30 p.m.
WHERE:
Peters Point Beachfront Park, 4600 Peters Point Road, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034

If you have any questions, please contact Parks & Recreation Director, Jay Robertson, at (904) 530-6120 or via e-mail at jrobertson@nassaucountyfl.com.

-Sabrina Robertson
Public Information Officer

Baptist MD Anderson Cancer Center's Buddy Bus Offering Mobile Mammograms at 2nd Annual Health and Safety Expo - Deadline to Register is June 15th!

5/30/2023

The DEADLINE is June 15th!

Baptist MD Anderson Cancer Center's Buddy Bus will be doing Mobile Mammograms at the First Coast YMCA on June 24th during the 2nd Annual Health and Safety Expo at the YMCA Wildlight!

Appointments are Limited; Schedule Your Mammogram Now:
https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/6c8fdf7b2a8c404cad1c8cf5e874e7fc

Nelson & Associates Insurance 2nd Annual Health and Safety Expo Less Than a Month Away!

5/30/2023

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The Nelson & Associates Insurance 2nd Annual Health and Safety Expo at the YMCA Wildlight is less than a month away, and we are expecting an amazing turnout!

The 2nd Annual Health and Safety Expo is scheduled for June 24th from 10 AM to 4 PM. There will be FREE Sports Physicals, Mobile Mammograms, LIVE music, Vendors, Food Trucks, Nonprofit Resources and MORE.

CLICK HERE to learn more!

DORCO Enterprises CPA Firm to Host VIABLE Small Business Conference June 9th

5/25/2023

DORCO Enterprises is proud to partner with CPT to host the VIABLE Small Business Conference for business owners who are looking to level up their business. The conference will take place on Friday, June 9, 2023, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM at Courtyard/SpringHill Suites Amelia Island, Lighthouse Ballroom C, 2700 Atlantic Avenue in Fernandina Beach.

We have several key note speakers ready to deliver you an action packed day full of knowledge, tips and information in order to successfully grow and maintain your business.

For additional information and to register for this power-packed event, CLICK HERE to visit the DORCO Enterprises website or call (904) 990-7755.

Purrfect Library Cat Café Coming to Hilliard

5/22/2023

5/22/23 @ 10:30 a.m.

Our pop-up Cat Café is back and this time, we’re bringing it to Hilliard! This is event is cosponsored by the Nassau County Public Library System and Nassau County Animal Services.

Grab a drink, read a book, and cuddle with friendly, adoptable felines! Tickets are $10 each for each person visiting with the cats and each ticket gives you one hour of reading and cuddling time. Reservations are required and can be made at www.nassaureads.com.

While we are looking for loving homes for the cats, adoption is not required to participate in the
event.

All proceeds will benefit the Nassau County Public Library System and Nassau County Animal Care & Control.

Event Location:
Hilliard Library, 45821 County Road 108

Date(s):
Wednesday, June 21st beginning at 10:00 a.m. through Friday, June 23rd
Appointments are scheduled by the hour. Schedule yours at www.nassaureads.com.

-Sabrina Robertson
Public Information Officer

Amended Invasive Plants Class Series

5/19/2023

5/18/23 @ 2:45 p.m. - Please note that the Invasive Plants Class schedule being hosted by the UF IFAS/County Extension Office has been amended to remove the May 31st class on Mexican petunia. Unfortunately, our Extension/Ag Agent, David Herbert, has to attended a staff development training mandated by the University of Florida and will be unavailable to teach that day.

The class on Mexican petunia will be rescheduled for a future date. If you have any questions, please contact the UF IFAS/County Extension Office at (904) 530-6350 or email Mr. Hebert at david.hebert@ufl.edu.

-Sabrina Robertson
Public Information Officer

Citizens' Task Force for Safe Walking and Biking in Fernandina Beach Community Meeting May 23, 2023

5/15/2023

Fernandina Beach citizen surveys reveal safe and accessible walking and biking is a priority for residents. Deputy City Manager/City Engineer Charlie George has formed a Citizens’ Task Force for Safe Walking and Biking in Fernandina Beach to help identify improvements which would increase pedestrian and cyclist safety and travel.

The Citizens’ Task Force for Safe Walking and Biking in Fernandina Beach (“Task Force”) requests the public’s help to identify and prioritize construction, signage or other improvements that would improve the access and safety of Fernandina Beach’s walkers, runners, cyclists and people with mobility issues. The Citizens’ Task Force for Safe Walking and Biking in Fernandina Beach (“Task Force”) invites the public to attend and provide input at any or all of the public meetings listed below.

May 23, from 5-7 p.m. at the Peck Center Auditorium: Second Community Walking and Biking Town Hall Meeting to invite additional citizen input. Florida Department of Transportation officials will present plans for improvements to state roads on the island and hear from the community.
May 31, from 4-6 p.m. at City Commission Chambers: The Task Force will hold a consensus-building meeting to select short-, mid- and long-term recommendations.
June 12, from 4-6 p.m. at City Commission Chambers: The Task Force will hold a community meeting and share the draft Task Force Final Report.
July 11, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. at the City Commission’s Regular Meeting at City Hall: The Task Force will present a Report of Community Recommendations to Promote Safe and Accessible Walking and Biking in Fernandina Beach.

Additionally, Community members are encouraged to go to www.fbfl.us/Citizens4Safety to provide recommendations that would improve the access and safety of Fernandina Beach’s walkers, runners, cyclists, and people with mobility issues. To date over 150 surveys have been completed. Please e-mail Mike Spino at mikespino@bellsouth.net with questions or comments. The Task Force looks forward to hearing from the public!

The April 17 community meeting was well attended with over 80 participants voicing a variety of concerns about walking and biking safety.

Specific Issues from the Community Meeting:

Vehicle speed is a major concern. Residents want vehicle speed lowered across the island. Get people on “island time.”
Safety concerns on the state-controlled roads of S. Fletcher, Atlantic and S. 8th St., especially vehicle speed, lack of crosswalks, and sidewalks.
Lack of maintenance of S. Fletcher roadway, bike lanes and sidewalks.
Safety concerns on Citrona from vehicle speed, lack of crosswalks and stop signs.
Concerns about the lack of bike lanes and safe passages west bound to the Shave Bridge.
Teach rules of the road to walkers, cyclists, and motorists.

Task Force Members
Mike Spino
Tom Camera
Robin Lentz
Doug Roselle
Avery Lentz
Elaine Roberts
Valerie Feinberg

City Staff
Lorelei Jacobs, Grants Administrator
Jeremiah Glisson, Public Works Director
Kelly Gibson, Planning and Conservation Director
Catherine Vorrasi, Parks and Recreation Director
Taylor Hartmann, Planner
Daphne Forehand, Planner