Special Events for Senior Citizens

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Special Events for Senior Citizens and Special Programs for Older Adults enable Jacksonville's senior citizens to enjoy cultural, educational and recreational events and to be recognized as valued members of the community. Individuals 60 and over are encouraged to participate.

For more information about upcoming senior events and programs, call (904) 630-3690.

Mayor's Holiday Festival for Senior Citizens
December 5, 2009
2-5 p.m.
Prime Osborn Convention Center
Celebrate the holidays in style! Join us for dancing, dining and entertainment at the Mayor's Holiday Festival. Tickets are $10. For more information, call 630-3690.

Legislative Forum
January 2010
Calling all seniors ages 60 and over! Meet members of the Duval Delegation and voice issues and concerns affecting seniors.

Complimentary Lunch
Complimentary lunch will be provided and reservations are required. Reserve your seat today. RSVP now! Click here.

Accommodations
If you have a disability and need an accommodation, please all (904) 630-3690.

For more information on upcoming senior events, call (904) 630-3690.

MOB Meeting (Mayor's Older Buddies)
March 2010
Metropolitan Park
Join Mayor John Peyton to discuss issues pertinent to seniors.
MOB members, be sure to wear your MOB t-shirts and buttons!
Make your lunch reservations by calling 630-3690.

Mayor's Walk for Senior Wellness
Spring 2010
Metropolitan Park
Join the City of Jacksonville for a 2-mile walk around the Sports Complex area to socialize while improving your health. Seniors ages 60 and over will receive a complimentary lunch and chances to win a variety of prizes.

Activities Schedule

9 - 9:30 a.m. Check in at Metropolitan Park
9:45 a.m. Warm-up/Stretches
10 a.m. Walk begins
11 a.m. Greetings
11:15 a.m. Lunch and door prizes

Walk Route
The 2-mile walk begins at Metropolitan Park, follows Jacksonville Municipal Stadium and the Baseball Grounds of Jacksonville and ends back at Metropolitan Park.

Free Registration
Register online now!
Complete a registration form and return it to ensure your free lunch and t-shirt. For registration information, call 630-3690.

Prizes
After the walk, enjoy a free, nutritious lunch and the opportunity to win prizes. For more information, call (904) 630-3690.

Mayor's Fish-a-Thon
Spring 2010
Hanna Park
Please join us for this fun, annual outing at Hanna Park for alive music, games, fried fish lunch and a fishing tournament. Awards will be given for the largest, the most, the smallest, prettiest and ugliest fish. Games and activities include cards, bingo, dancing, horseshoes and miniature golf. For more information, call 630-3690.

Fun with the Suns
April 2010
Baseball Grounds of Jacksonville
Free admission
Seniors make a Grand Slam at Fun with the Suns! Seniors are treated to a baseball game at the beautiful Baseball Grounds of Jacksonville. For more information and reservation, call (904) 630-3690.

Brain Bowl
Spring 2010
9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Location TBD
Calling all Seniors ages 60 and over! Put on your thinking caps to promote "brain fitness."

Cross train your brain with interactive games and activities
Hear presentations from Brookdale and Mayo Clinic doctors on maintaining a healthy brain and lifestyle.
Free admission and parking.
Complimentary lunch provided.

For more information and to reserve your seat, call (904) 630-3690.

Senior Expo
May 19-20, 2010
10 a.m. - 4 p.m. daily
Prime Osborn Convention Center
Join the City of Jacksonville for two days devoted to sharing Jacksonville's programs, resources and services available to senior citizens and their families. Free admission and parking. For more information, call 630-3690.

Safety and Security Seminar for Seniors
Summer 2010
Location TBD
The safety seminar informs senior citizens about how to be safe and secure and plan for the future. Seniors actively participate and learn how to protect themselves from becoming a victim of fraud or scams. For more information, call 630-3690.

29th Annual Senior Prom "Diamonds and Pearls"
Summer 2010
Prime Osborn Convention Center
No, not the one you went to in high school, it's a prom for senior citizens! "Diamonds and Pearls," the 29th Annual Senior Prom presented by the City of Jacksonville, will be held at the Prime F. Osborn Convention Center at 1000 Water Street.

Admission is $10 for seniors 60 years and over. Tickets will be sold at the Mary Singleton Senior Center and at the Office of Special Events, 117 W. Duval St., Ste 280.

Come dressed to impress for dinner and a night of music, dancing, door prizes and the crowning of the Senior Prom King and Queen. For more information, call 630-3690 or e-mail events@coj.net.

Safety and Security Seminar for Seniors
Fall 2010
The safety seminar informs senior citizens about how to be safe and secure and plan for the future. Seniors actively participate and learn how to protect themselves from becoming a victim of fraud or scams. For more information, call 630-3690.

Forever Fit 50 & Beyond
Jacksonville Senior Games
October 4 - 10, 2010
Various Venues
Click here for complete information.
Calling all active seniors ages 50 and over! Celebrate fitness after 50 and compete in various athletic events and other games is offered to encourage and promote a healthy lifestyle for ages 50 and older. For more information, call 630-3690.

MOB Meeting (Mayor's Older Buddies)
Fall 2010
10:30 a.m.
Metropolitan Park
Discuss issues pertinent to seniors! MOB members, be sure to wear your MOB t-shirts and buttons!Lunch will be provided. RSVP required. For more information, call 630-3690.

Publications
Jacksonville Senior Services Directory
An annual publication of services, goods and activities for senior citizens and their families in the greater Jacksonville area. The 2009 Senior Services Directory is available at all Senior Centers and Public Libraries as well as City Hall St. James.

To download the 2009 Senior Services Directory, visit Heritage Publishing. The 2009 Senior Services Directory is available at all Senior Centers, Public Libraries, City Hall at St. James Building.

Vintage Grapevine
Newsletter published quarterly and distributed to places where seniors live, learn and enjoy their leisure years. To get on the mailing list, call (904) 630-3690.

Group Transportation
Transportation is available for special events from Community and Senior Centers and senior residences for confirmed groups of 15 or more. Call 630-3690 for more information.

Volunteer Opportunities
If you have time to assist in the planning and support for many of the programs sponsored by the City of Jacksonville for the use and enjoyment by Jacksonville's senior citizens, call 630-3690.

Donations
Donations are encouraged to help support special events. To make a donation, call 630-3690.