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904-328-2227 / 1035 Blanding Boulevard / www.jumpzoneparty.com O2B Kids 904-264-4202 / 1821 Town Center Blvd, Fleming Island / www.o2bkids.com Plus, climb our Rock Wall, race through the Big Toy, or even shoot some hoops in the Indoor Basketball Court. Explore in our play village where you’ll find a dress up area, toddler play, building things, a book nook, and more! There’s even an Art Studio, Science Lab, Computer Lab, Parent Fitness, and a tasty café your family can enjoy! Plus, you can play outside on our creative and challenging outdoor playground and relax a while on our patio. We are WIFI friendly too! 904-264-4202 / 1821 Town Center Blvd, Fleming Island / www.o2bkids.com
Kids or adults choose the piece of pottery and the paint they want, paint their pottery, and then get it glazed and fired to pick up in a few days. 904-638-6692 / 9715 Crossbill Blvd, Suite 101/ www.paintonpottery.com
This museum is housed in a one-room school dating from the late 1800's and is located on the Hunter-Douglas Park. Through museum tour, oral history discussion, artifacts (i.e. homemade toys, stove), and hands-on activities, students in 3rd grade and up will learn about the way of life of the Black community in Clay County in the late 1800s and beyond. Through photographs and discussion, students will also follow the journey of these early pioneering families through to their present successes. Staff can make arrangements for lunch or students may bring a lunch and enjoy it at the Hunter-Douglas Park. Call to arrange a free tour for September and later. Two-day notice required for groups. 904-282-4168 / Longmire Ave, Middleburg / Black Heritage Museum
Blueberry season is typically May - early July. Grape season runs August - September. Pick your own at these locations (Call ahead as ripe supply varies from week to week). Blackberry Hill Farm 904-264-2039 / 2995 Thunder Rd, Middleburg Blueberry, Blackberry, & Grape picking Tuesday and Thursday evenings, 5pm - dark and Saturdays, 8am until there are no more.
904-282-1182 / 4200 Bronco Rd, Middleburg Blueberry picking offered May - June, Monday - Saturday, dawn to dusk. www.pickyourown.org
Hours: Sunday - Thursday: 9am - 11pm Friday & Saturday: 9am - 1am 904-272-6400 / 361 Blanding Blvd, Orange Park / www.bowl-america.com
Camp Chowenwaw Park is located on 1.5 miles of shoreline on Black Creek and Peters Creek and provides a habitat for many water birds. The aquatic vegetation provides foraging areas for the St. Johns River manatee population as well as an ideal habitat for many fish species. Bald eagles, river otters, white tailed deer, turkeys, alligators, foxes, raccoons, migrating songbirds, as well as frogs, lizards, snakes, and turtles are just a few of the creatures you might see while visiting Camp Chowenwaw Park. Recreational activities include camping, picnicking, kayaking, canoeing, swimming, fishing, bird watching, wildlife viewing, outdoor photography, and hiking. Our trail systems through the uplands and the wetlands offer scenic tracts for the hiking enthusiast. Camping facilities include 15 tent sites, two lodges with bunk beds sleeping 16 people per cabin, 9 tree house cabins, each accommodating 4 people, and 7 cabins with bunk beds sleeping 4 – 8 people. Each campsite has a bathhouse with full restroom accommodations, and a unit house with electricity, including a stove and refrigerator. Located throughout the park, and at each campsite, are picnic tables and grills for use by campers and park visitors. 904-529-8058 / 1517 Ball Road, Green Cove Springs / Camp Chowenwaw Park
Free admission. Just pay for game tokens and food. Menu includes pizza, chicken wings, French fries, hot dogs, salad bar, oven roasted sandwiches, and desserts. 904-778-0537 / 6065 Youngerman Circle, Orange Park / www.chuckecheese.com
Kids will enjoy the huge wooden castle, boat, airplane, sandboxes, and more. Separate toddler playground. Walking trail, picnic tables, and volleyball net available. Open daily from dawn to dusk. 1047 Kingsley Ave, Orange Park
Catch a glimpse of life in the late 1800s and early 1900s. Historical sites include Clay County Historic Courthouse, 1884 County Jail, Railroad Museum, Clay County Archives Research Center, a time capsule, and a Veteran's Memorial. 904-278-4780 / 915 Walnut St, Green Cove Springs / www.claycounty.gov
Eagle Harbor Golf Club 904-269-9300 / 2217 Eagle Harbor Pkwy, Orange Park / Eagle Harbor Golf Club A semi-private golf club opens to the public. Patrons may reserve tee times up to 10 days in advance. Kid’s lessons also offered.
904-269-1440 / 2260 Town Center Blvd, Orange Park / www.flemingislandgolf.com Call up to 7 days in advance to set a tee time. Open dawn to dusk. Kids' lessons also offered.
Free "How-To Clinics" designed for children ages 5-12. Offered the first Sat of each month between 9am and 12 noon. Children accompanied by an adult construct projects from pre-fabricated kits. The kits are designed to be both educational and practical. Teaches do-it-yourself skills and tool safety. 904-269-3117 / 1919 Wells Rd, Orange Park 904-541-0114 / 1575 County Rd 220, Orange Park Fleming Island area)
Many enrichment activities for kids! Follow the link to information on story times & more for children. Branches: Green Cove Springs Library 904-284-6315 or 904-269-6315403 Ferris St, Green Cove Springs Keystone Heights Library 352-473-4286 / Oriole & Palmetto St, Keystone Heights Middleburg Clay-Hill Library 904-282-2495 or 904-282-04572245 Aster Ave, Middleburg Orange Park Library 904-278-4750 / 2054 Plainfield Ave, Orange Park 904-278-3720 / Clay County Public Library
Any child 5 and younger can borrow toys, books, and video tapes. A moderate amount of special needs equipment also available to borrow, as well as parenting literature. Families may check out two toys per child or up to five toys for two weeks at a time. Open Tues and Thurs, 9am to 1pm and on Sat by appointment only. 904-264-7392 / 550 Kingsley Ave, Orange Park / Lighthouse Learning Center
904-269-5594 / 291 Blanding Blvd, Orange Park / www.michaels.com
Exhibits include vehicles, equipment, weapons, displays, and memorabilia. We also have a study library. The museum takes you on a journey from the Revolutionary War through time to current conflicts and activities. Local history includes the Atlantic Moth Ball Fleet. Green Cove Springs was home to over 600 ships of the World War ll Atlantic Fleet from 1945 until 1962. Open Tuesday - Saturday, 10am - 3pm. Admission is free, donations are appreciated. 904-673-7727 / 1 Bunker Ave, Green Cove Springs / www.militarymuseumofnorthflorida.com
AMC Orange Park Theater 904-264-3888 / 1910 Wells Road, Orange Park www.amctheaters.com
Free outdoor skateboard park. Concession and Skateboard Shop on location operated by the nonprofit support group, The OPP, Inc. Workshops, lessons and camps are offered. Helmet and a waiver are required to skate. Helmet rental $2.00 Two covered pavilions, grills, nature walk, fitness course and tot playground. For more information: Ms. Anjie 625-6260 904-625-6260 / 1006 Fromhart Street, Orange Park / www.townoforangepark.com
Plaster Palace Craft Center is a plaster craft studio where kids of all ages can come to express their creativity. There are over 175 crafts to choose from, so there is something for everyone. We offer a birthday party package that includes a craft, pizza, drinks and all paper products. The birthday child gets to put their hand print on our birthday wall. Parties are held in a private room and there is no minimum guest requirement. 904-264-8896 / 1615 CR 220, Fleming Island / www.plasterpalacecc.com
Kids will enjoy the show as Japanese chefs prepare their meals right in front of them. Kyodai Sushi Rock Japan Steakhouse 904-215-8228 / 1861 Wells Rd, Orange park Lunch served Sun - Fri, 11:30am-2pm. Dinner served Mon - Sun, 5pm-10pm (5pm - 10:30pm on Fri and Sat) Ichiro Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi 904-269-8886 / 1780 Wells Rd, Orange Park
Roller skating, Arcade, Indoor Playground, Swamp Golf, and Laser Tag. 904-272-5600 / 230 Blanding Blvd, Orange Park / www.skatestationfunworks.com
In addition to the restaurant, you'll also find a fishing dock and boat ramp. If you like, eat on the dock. And on Wednesdays, kids 10 & under eat free with adult meal purchase. The dock is open every day. Whitey's Fish Camp hours of operation are as follows: Sunday: 11am - 9:30pm Monday: 4:30pm - 9:30pm Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday: 11am - 9:30pm Friday and Saturday: 11am - 10:30pm 904-269-4198 / 2032 County Road 220, Fleming Island / www.whiteysfishcamp.com Jacksonville (Westside)
Adventure Landing / Westside / 4825 Blanding Blvd / 904-771-2804 Adventure Landing Offers individual & family fun for all ages! Adventure Landing is the "Place to Play" for Florida families and visitors. Jacksonville Blanding features: Adventure Speedway Go-Carts, Adventure Golf-two-hole miniature golf courses, Laser Tag in our Multi-Level Arena, A Monster Video & Redemption Gaming Arcade, On-Site Food Services and Catering & Two Themed Snack Bars. Adventure Landing / Westside / 4825 Blanding Blvd / 904-771-2804
This city-owned park features a lighted asphalt Go-Kart track with bleachers, grills, restrooms, and parking. Use of the track is free. However, riders must have their own Go-Kart and equipment. Spectators are also welcome to come on race and non-race days. For more information or race schedules visit North Florida Kart Club. 904-219-8729 / 10244 103rd St / www.jaxparks.com
Go-karts! Track is open to any and all kart racers and leisure karts, NO MEMBERSHIP or fees to practice at this facility. A local club does have a limited number of days that they have control of the facility and those days there will be fees to use this park. 904-219-8729 / 10244 103rd St / www.flkarting.com
New track is a place where parents and kids can come to have fun. All buggies have two seats and kept at a safe speed. Adults and kids can drive. Open Saturday and Sunday 10am to 6pm. 904-318-7398 / 10622 103rd St / BAJA BUGGYZ
Blueberry season is typically May - early July. Grape season runs August - September. Pick your own at these locations (Call ahead as ripe supply varies from week to week). - Blueberry Farm 904-781-4676 / 2595 Statton Rd Blueberry picking. Open: Saturday and Sunday 7:30am to 5:00 pm only. -Cason Vineyards 904-781-1314 / 2780 Parish Cemetery Rd -Grape Vineyards. Open: August 15 - September, Monday - Saturday, 8am - 7pm. Sellers Blueberry Farm 904-781-7739 / 10229 Old Plank Rd Blueberry picking available June 1-30. Wednesday 8am to 6pm and Friday and Saturday 8am to 7pm. -Mackert Vineyards 904-266-9405 / 13448 Sellers Lane Grape Vineyards. Open: August 15 thru September 15 Dowless Blueberry Farm 904-772-1369 / 7010 Ricker Road Bowling Alleys - Bowl-O-Matic Phoenix Lanes 904-387-3569 / 2600 Blanding Blvd / www.phoenixbowling.com - Cassat Bat Bowl 904-389-2360 / 1838 Cassatt Ave / www.cassatsbattbowl.com - Cecil Aquatics Center Pool Swim indoors at Cecil Aquatics Center. This heated pool is open to the public and open all year long, except on major holidays. Hours are Monday - Thursday, 8am - 8pm; Friday, 8am - 6pm; Saturday, 9am - 6pm; Sunday, 1pm - 6pm. Note: The pool is closed for maintenance from 12pm - 1pm Monday - Saturday. 904-573-8994 / 13611-A Normandy Blvd / www.jaxparks.com
- Chamblin Book Mine A used and rare books store. Customers can exchange books for others they wish to read. Features a big kid’s book section with kid-sized tables where children can sit and enjoy the book offerings. Hours are Mon - Sat from 10am - 6pm. 904-384-1685 / 4551 Roosevelt Blvd / www.chamblinbookmine.com
- Crystal Springs Road Park 40-acre Park with nature trails, exercise course, picnic tables, grills, a pond, playground, tennis courts, and multi-purpose play fields. Admission is free. Park hours are 5am - 10pm. 904-693-4909 / 9800 Crystal Springs Rd / www.jaxparks.com Doing Dishes - Paint your own pottery studio. - No lessons needed. Cost is per person; additional cost for pottery pieces. 904-388-7088 / 3568 St. Johns Ave / www.doingdishes.com
- - - - Home Depot Kids' Workshops Free "How-To Clinics" designed for children ages 5-12. Offered the first Sat of each month between 9am and 12 noon. Children accompanied by an adult construct projects from pre-fabricated kits. The kits are designed to be both educational and practical. Teaches do-it-yourself skills and tool safety. 904-782-6208 / 855 Lane Ave S / www.homedepot.com - Jacksonville-Baldwin Rails to Trails 14 miles of trail along the former CSX railway line. Features a paved path for walking, running, or in-line skating. Plenty of shade along much of the trail. The East entrance is two-tenth mile north of Commonwealth Ave, on Imeson Road. Two additional trails are currently under construction: one for mountain biking and another for riding horses. NOTE- Be prepared to stop at points where highways intersect the trail. 904-630-4100 / 849 N. Center St / www.jaxparks.com - Bowling. 904-781-4422 / 6526 Ramona Blvd King Pins Bowling Center Open Tuesday - Thursday, 10am - 10pm and Friday - Saturday, 10am - 12:30am, and Sunday, 1pm - 8pm. Kids ages 4 -15 bowl 1 FREE game on Tuesdays - Thursdays. Special rates for the summer for daycares, camps, church groups, etc. It is Christian bowling center that does not serve any alcohol. 904-394-0895 / 5310 Lenox Ave / www.facebook.com/pages/King-Pins-Bowling-Center
Libraries - Westside *Argyle Branch 904-573-3164 / 7973 Old Middleburg Rd S Hours: Monday & Tuesday: 12pm - 9pm Wednesday - Saturday: 10am - 6pm Sunday: Closed *Maxville Branch 904-289-7563 / 8375 Maxville Blvd Hours: Monday: 12pm - 8pm Tuesday - Thursday, Saturday: 10am - 6pm Friday and Sunday: Closed *Murray Hill Branch 904-384-2665 / 918 Edgewood Ave S Hours: Monday & Tuesday: 12pm - 9pm Wednesday - Saturday: 10am - 6pm Sunday: Closed *Webb Wesconnett Branch 904-778-7305 / 6887 103rd St Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday: 10am - 8pm Wednesday: 12pm - 9pm Friday & Saturday: 10am - 6pm Sunday: 1pm - 6pm *West Regional Branch 904-693-1448 / 1425 Chaffee Rd S Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday: 10am - 9pm Wednesday: 12pm - 9pm Friday & Saturday: 10am - 6pm Sunday: Closed *Westbrook Branch 904-384-7424 / 2809 Commonwealth Ave Hours: Monday - Friday: 10am - 6pm Saturday & Sunday: Closed www.jpl.coj.net - Ringhaver Park The park includes a two-mile asphalt path with wooden bridges, providing access to the Ortega River Nature Preserve for walkers, joggers, and the handicapped. There are also softball and soccer fields, a covered picnic area, and an all-child playground. Open 5am - 10pm. 904-630-4100 / 5198 118th St / www.jaxparks.com - Tillie K. Fowler Regional Park Tillie K. Fowler Regional Park is among the largest of all Jacksonville parks. It features a nature center and outdoor classroom, picnic area with grills and playground equipment, biking trails, a series of hiking and nature trails, and an elevated platform from which to view wetlands, soaring bald eagles, and other birds. Along the trails you will see evidence of Jacksonville's past in the form of a 16-foot wide brick road built in the early 20th century. (Click here for a map of the park.) Tillie K. Fowler Regional Park is headquarters for the city's park naturalist who will gladly set up a nature walk or program for your organized group, club, school, or class. All programs are free of charge and can be scheduled by calling 904-573-2498. Call ahead for park hours.
Beaches Adventure Landing Adventure Landing / 1944 Beach Blvd., Jacksonville Beach / 904-246-4386 Adventure Landing and Shipwreck Island Water Park is the largest Family Entertainment Center in Northeast Florida. Offering individual & family fun for all ages! Adventure Landing is the "Place to Play" for Florida families and visitors. Jacksonville Beach, features: Shipwreck Island Waterpark, Adventure Speedway Go-Carts, Adventure Golf-two-hole miniature golf courses, Laser Tag in our Multi-Level Arena, A Monster Video & Redemption Gaming Arcade, The Wacky Worm Roller Coaster, Frog Hopper, Max Flight Coaster Stimulator, Batting Cages with Varied Skill Levels, Teddy Bear Factory, Sweet Adventures Candy Shop, On-Site Food Services and Catering & Two Themed Snack Bars. Adventure Landing / 1944 Beach Blvd., Jacksonville Beach / 904-246-4386
Planet Pottery 904-543-1112 / 1108 A1A North, Ste 104 / www.planetpottery.com Paint-it-yourself pottery studio with pottery wheel and clay hand-building classes, mosaics, and after-school art instruction. Large space with ability to have large parties or classes. We have hundreds of paints, glazes, stencils, stamps and other tools to use in the creative process. We also love to go off-site to schools, churches, and even private parties. There are summer camps each week during the summer geared to younger children in the morning and older children in the afternoons. The camps are small and therefore, individualized instruction is preferred over "set projects" that everyone has to do. I believe in letting the children create at their own rate while giving guidance and encouragement to help each child end up with pieces of art that they are proud of. We host boy scouts, girl scouts, etc. and help them complete art/ceramics badges by meeting the requirements set for them. We also will host ladies nights, baby showers, bridal showers, etc. or will be happy to discuss and plan for any event needed. 904-543-1112 / 1108 A1A North, Ste 104 / www.planetpottery.com Atlantic Beach City Parks The City of Atlantic Beach has ten active and passive parks for recreational enjoyment. In addition, the City has two miles of white sandy beaches with 14 ocean accesses and a two-mile paddle trail in the Dutton Island, River branch and Tide view Preserves (400 acres of marshlands) on the Intracoastal Waterway. 904-247-5828 / Atlantic Beach / Atlantic Beach City Parks
Atlantic Watersports Boat on the Intracoastal Waterway between Jacksonville Beach and St. Augustine. Boats that are available for rent include 24' Pontoon Boats (up to 10 people); 19' Bowrider Ski Boats (up to 6 people); 19' Center Console Fishing Boats (up to 4 people); Yamaha Waverunner Jet Skis (2 adults). Available to rent by the hour, or for as long as 8 hours. You will receive a quick lesson on safety and navigation, a navigation chart, and the use of life vests. Fuel and tax extra. 904-270-0200 / 2327 Beach Blvd, Jacksonville Beach / www.atlantic-watersports.com Beach Bowling Center 24 lanes and electronic game room. 904-249-9849 / 818 Beach Blvd, Jacksonville Beach Beaches – Jacksonville Beach, Atlantic Beach, Ponte Vedra Beach Jacksonville Beach area beaches: Oceanfront Park 904-247-6236 / First Street South between 5th Beaches Museum and History Park This museum offers the history of the beaches area, from Ponte Vedra to Mayport. Admission covers museum admission and a 30 minute guided tour of the outside buildings: a 1911 word burning steam locomotive, 1900 foreman's house, and 1900 original train depot. 904-241-5657 / 381 Beach Blvd, Jacksonville Beach / www.beachesmuseum.org Bull Memorial Park Consists of a Community Center, a large playground with sand covering, a tennis court, an amphitheater area, a picnic area, a tetherball court, a small basketball court, and an open area for various field play. Outdoor restrooms. Located on the corner of 7th Street and East Coast Drive 904-247-5828 / 716 Ocean Blvd, Atlantic Beach / Bull Memorial Park Cultural Center at Ponte Vedra Beach The Cultural Center at Ponte Vedra Beach is the place in our community to create, understand and experience the arts. Year-round, innovative, fun arts programs for preschoolers, school-aged children, home schoolers, teenagers and adults. Variety of Arts Classes for youth such as: Fine Art Instruction, Drawing & Sketching, Painting, Sculpting, Piano, Guitar, Voice and Dance. Camps are also offered over holidays and school vacations and we often bring in nationally recognized instructors to work with your child throughout the year. 904-280-0614 / 50 Executive Way, Ponte Vedra Beach / www.ccpvb.org GTM Environmental Education Center This center, situated on the Guana Tolomato Matanzas Reserve, features interpretive displays; three aquariums (saltwater, brackish water, and freshwater) containing live creatures; full-scale models of fish hanging from the ceiling, weekend nature movies, a scavenger hunt list for kids, and more. Open daily 9am-4pm, and closed on state holidays. Adjacent recreation area has trails and water access for kayaking (separate admission fee required). 904-823-4500 / 505 Guana River Rd, South Ponte Vedra Beach / www.gtmnerr.org Hanna Park Hiking and biking trails, beach and water playground, covered and enclosed pavilions along the lake and ocean front, picnic tables, outdoor bar-b-que grills, fishing, kayaking, paddle boats, canoes, and a great camp ground. Watercraft rentals are available from Nautical Escapes Outfitters, located within the park. Watercraft rate info available at www.nauticalescapes.com. 904-270-1560 / 500 Wonderwood Dr, Atlantic Beach / www.coj.net Hanna Park Campground Tent camping, RV camping, and Cozy Cabins available. Electric, water and sewer hookups are provided at all campsites. Grocery items are available at the park's general store. Laundry and restroom facilities, complete with showers, are also provided 24 hr security. Call for reservations. 904-249-4700 / 500 Wonderwood Dr, Atlantic Beach / www.jaxparks.com J. Johnson Gallery Painting, prints, sculpture, and photography from modern and American masters. 904-435-3200 / 177 4th Ave N, Jacksonville Beach / www.jjohnsongallery.com Jack Russell Park Rests on 12 acres of parkland and consists of a large picnic pavilion (available by reservation), 6 tennis courts, 2 racquetball courts, 2 playground areas, 2 ball fields and soccer fields.904-247-5828 / 800 Seminole Rd, Atlantic Beach / City of Atlantic Beach
Jacksonville Beach Fishing Pier Features a 1,300-foot long, 20-foot wide wooden deck, fish cleaning stations, a concession area, bait shop, and restrooms. Handicapped accessible. Visitors can pay to fish, or receive discounted prices for spectators. Free for children under 6. Fishing license not required. 904-241-1515 / 503 North 1st St, Jacksonville Beach / Jacksonville Beach Fishing Pier
Jacksonville Public Library – * Beaches Beaches Branch Library 904-241-1141 / 600 3rd St, Neptune Beach Monday, Tuesday, Thursday: 10am - 9pm Wednesday: 12pm - 9pm Saturday: 10am - 6pm Sunday: 1pm - 5pm www.jpl.coj.net
Movie Theaters - Beaches Regal Cinemas Beach Blvd 904-992-4394 / 14051 Beach Blvd To read synopses for G through P-13 movies currently playing, visit Jax4Kids.com's Movies page. Regal Entertainment Group Oceanfront Park A 2-acre oceanfront park offering picnic areas, volleyball court, a small children's playground, an educational kiosk system, a large open space surrounded by walking paths, and easy access to the beach. Handicapped accessible ramp. Located on First Street South between 5th and 6th Avenues South. 904-247-6236 / Jacksonville Beach / City of Jacksonville Beach
Oceanside Rotary Skate Park Located on the grounds of the Jack Russell Park. The park is open 8am - 8pm. Riders are required to fill out a waiver with the City Clerk before using the facility. Helmets are required. The Skate Park also hosts an annual skate board competition. 904-247-5828 / 800 Seminole Rd, Atlantic Beach / Oceanside Rotary Skate Park Paws Park at Wingate Park An off-leash dog park with large and small dog areas, watering bowls, and benches. Handicapped accessible. Free to the public. 904-247-6236 / Wingate Park, South Penman Rd / Paws Dog Park at Treaty Park Planet Pottery Paint your own pottery. Mosaics also available. Unlimited painting time included in the cost of each piece. 904-543-1112 / 1108 A1A N, Suite 104, / www.planetpottery.com Restaurants with Tepanyaki Tables - Beaches Kids will enjoy the show as Japanese chef's prepare their meals right in front of them. Chizu Japanese Steak & Seafood House 904-241-8455 / 1227 3rd Street S, Jacksonville Beach Open for dinner Sun-Thr, 5:30pm-9:45pm and Fri & Sat, 5:30pm-10:45pm. Ichiban Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi Bar 904-247-8228 / 675 North 3rd St, Jacksonville Beach Dinner served Sun-Thr, 5pm-9:45pm and Fri-Sat 5pm-10:45pm Matsu Japanese Steakhouse 904-249-4290 / 1515 North 3rd St, Jacksonville Beach Open Sun, 11:30am-10pm; Mon-Thr, 5pm-10pm; and Fri & Sat, 5pm-10:30pm For more kid-friendly restaurants you can visit while in the Beaches area, visit Jax4Kids.com's Kids Eat Free pages and scroll down to "discount for kids and kid-friendly restaurants". South Beach Park and Sunshine Playground A colorful children's playground, fitness trail, basketball court, all-purpose field, tennis court, gazebo, picnic shelters, and two grills. Located at Osceola Avenue and South Beach Parkway. 904-247-6236 / Jacksonville Beach / City of Jacksonville Beach
St. Johns County Public Library *Ponte Vedra Branch 904-827-6950 / 101 Library Blvd Hours: Monday - Wednesday 10am-8pm Thursday - Friday 10am-6pm Saturday 10am-5pm Sunday : Closed www.sjcpls.org
St. Johns River Ferry A 10-minute ride cross the St. Johns River runs between Mayport and Fort George Island. From Mayport Village To Ft. George Island Mon - Fri: 6am, 6:20am, 7am, and continuing on the hour and half hour, with the final departure at 7pm. Saturday and Sunday: 7am, 7:20am, 8am, and continuing on the hour and half hour, with the final departure at 8:30pm. From Ft. George Island to Mayport Village Mon - Fri: 6:10am, 6:40am, 7:15am, and continuing on the quarter after and quarter before the hour, with the final departure at 7:15 pm. Saturday and Sunday: 7:10am, 7:40am, 8:15am and continuing on the quarter after and the quarter before the hour, with the final departure at 8:45 pm. 904-241-9969 / 4610 Ocean St, Mayport / www.stjohnsriverferry.com St Augustine Adventure Landing Adventure Landing / St. Augustine / 2780 State Rd 16 / 904-827-9464 Adventure Landing Offers individual & family fun for all ages! Adventure Landing is the "Place to Play" for Florida families and visitors. Adventure Landing St. Augustine, features: Adventure Speedway Go-Carts, Adventure Golf-two-hole miniature golf courses,Laser Tag in our Multi-Level Arena, A Monster Video & Redemption Gaming Arcade, On-Site Food Services and Catering & Two Themed Snack Bars. Adventure Landing / St. Augustine / 2780 State Rd 16 / 904-827-9464
Pirate Ship Black Raven Adventures www.pirateshipblackraven.com / 111 Avenida Menedez St. / St. Augustine FL 32084 / 1-877-578-5050 TREASURE HUNT CRUISE ABOARD THE BLACK RAVEN. FUN FOR KIDS! EVERY SATURDAY 12:15 PM & 2:15 PM Sail aboard the Black Raven and encounter another pirate ship, the Queen Anne's Revenge with the Blackbeard's own crew ready for battle. In order to prepare for a possible attack, all the children will be taught to sword fight and cannon's will be fired during the sea battle. Eventually, Black Raven will win the sea battle. The treasure chest will be brought onboard and Blackbeard's booty will be shared by the children. To make reservations call: 1-877-578-5050 www.pirateshipblackraven.com / 111 Avenida Menedez St. / St. Augustine FL 32084 / 1-877-578-5050 Anastasia Mini Golf Open daily, 9:30am -10:30pm. 904-825-0101 / 701 Anastasia Blvd Anastasia State Park Anastasia State Park includes more than 1,600 acres featuring four miles of pristine beach, a tidal salt marsh, and a maritime and upland hammock. There is also an archaeological site where coquina rock was mined to create the nearby fortress, Castillo de San Marcos National Monument. 904-461-2033 / 1340-A A1A S / Anastasia State Park
Bayfront Golf Florida's oldest miniature golf course. Overlooks the Matanzas Bay. 904-829-1673 / 111 Avenida Menedez / www.bayfrontgolf.com Beaches - St. Augustine Area Life guards are on duty Memorial Day through Labor Day. Call the beach of your choice to check tide conditions before leaving or click here for current weather and tide information. **Beaches on Anastasia Island Crescent Beach 2106 A1A South, St. Johns County Pier / Crescent Beach **St. Augustine Beach 904-471-1596 / 2106 A1A South, St. Johns County Pier / www.staugustinebeach.net ----------------------- ***Beaches on A1A (heading toward Ponte Vedra) **North Beach **North (Usina) Beach / A1A, St. Augustine / North (Usina) Beach 904-209-0655 or toll free 1-877-4SJCGOV / www.co.st-johns.fl.us Castillo de San Marcos The Castillo was built "to protect and defend Spain's claims in the New World. Though caught in the whirlwinds of colonial warfare and intrigue, it was never defeated in battle. Its scarred walls still stand witness to over 330 years of history and culture." The Castillo de San Marcos is open to the public from 8:45am to 5:15pm every day of the year except December 25. (The ticket booth closes at 4:45pm.) 904-829-6506 / 1 South Castillo Dr / www.nps.gov/casa Colonial Spanish Quarter Museum Experience the sights, sounds and smells of a town in historic Spanish Florida in this living history museum where costumed interpreters go about daily life in 1740. Museum hours are Monday - Sunday, 9am-5:30pm. The last ticket is sold at 4:45pm. Neighboring restaurants include The Spanish Bakery, open 9:30am-3pm, and Saint George Street Eatery, open 10am-5pm. 904-825-6830 / 29 St. George St / Colonial Spanish Quarter Museum
Davenport Park A two-acre park with carousel, grills, and playgrounds. Located at San Carlos and San Marco Avenue. 180 San Marco Ave / Davenport Park Faver-Dykes State Park 904-794-0997 / 1000 Faver Dykes Rd / Faver-Dykes State Park Fiesta Falls Mini Golf Miniature golf with 8 waterfalls, caves, a 65 ft. Spanish ship and a view of the ocean from the mountaintop gazebo. 904-461-5571 / 818 Beach Blvd (A1A) / Fiesta Falls Mini Golf Florida's Oldest House A National Historic Landmark, the Gonzalez-Alvarez House is the oldest surviving Spanish Colonial dwelling in Florida. The site has been occupied since the 1600s and the present house dates to the early 1700s. Learn 400 years of Florida history, peek into a typical 18th Century Kitchen and more. Open daily 9-5. Click on link and print coupon for $1.00 off adult admission. 904-824-2872 / 14 St. Francis St / Florida's Oldest House Hamilton Upchurch Park Picnic area, a fitness trail, playground equipment, nature overlook, and a beginner inline and skateboarding area. 904-825-1004/ Red Cox Road and Anastasia Blvd / Hamilton Upchurch Park
Historical Tours - St. Augustine **Lady Bug Tours 904-813-1229 Provides custom local history tours of Jacksonville, Amelia Island, and St. Augustine, as well as sightseeing tours.www.ladybugtours.net
Home Depot Kids' Workshops Free "How-To Clinics" for children ages 5-12. Offered the first Sat of each month between 9am and 12 noon. Children accompanied by an adult construct projects from pre-fabricated kits. The kits are designed to be both educational and practical. Teaches do-it-yourself skills and tool safety. 904-824-3657 / 1750 US Hwy 1 South / www.homedepot.com
Libraries - St. Augustine **Main Branch 904-827-6940 / 1960 North Ponce de Leon Blvd Hours: Monday - Wednesday: 10am - 8pm Thursday, Friday: 10am - 6pm Saturday: 10am - 5pm Sunday: Closed **Southeast Branch 904-827-6900 / 6670 US 1 South Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday: 10am - 8pm Wednesday, Friday: 10am - 6pm Saturday: 10am - 5pm Sunday Closed **Anastasia Island Branch 904-209-3730 / 124 Seagrove Main St Hours: Tuesday and Thursday: 10am - 8pm Wednesday and Friday: 10am - 6pm Saturday: 10am - 5pm Sunday and Monday: Closed 904-287-4929 / www.sjcpls.org Lightner Museum Relics of America's Gilded Age are elegantly exhibited on the museum's three floors. Costumes, furnishings, mechanical musical instruments and other artifacts give you a glimpse into 19th century daily life. The Lightner collection includes beautiful examples of cut glass, Victorian art glass and the stained glass work of Louis Comfort Tiffany. Open daily 9am - 5pm (last admission at 4pm). Closed Christmas Day. The cafe is open Tue-Sat, 11:30am - 3pm. 904-824-2874 / 75 King St / www.lightnermuseum.org Michael's Arts and Crafts Craft projects each Saturday at 10am. Small fee per child. 904-829-9664 / 305 SR 312 W / www.michaels.com Movie Theaters - St. Augustine Pot Belly's Cinema Plus 904-829-3101 / 36 Granada St EPIC 16 212 Theatre Drive at SR 207 World Golf Hall of Fame IMAX Theater 904-940-4123 / 1 World Golf Place-The theater is situated within the complex, directly across the water from the PGA Tour Stop. Read synopses and purchase IMAX tickets online by clicking here. Old Florida Museum Hands-on activities allow for an entertaining and fun journey into Florida's past. Open 7 days a week, 10am-5pm. 904-824-8874 / 254 San Marco Ave / www.oldfloridamuseum.com
Old St. Augustine Village A collection of nine historic houses spanning the period 1790 to 1910 on one city block. Open daily 9am-5pm. Entrance on Cordova Street. Call prior to your visit for more information about upcoming programs. 904-823-9722 / 246 St. George St / Old St. Augustine Village Oldest Wooden School House Built prior to 1763, the school remains as it was over two centuries ago. Open every day except Christmas. 904-824-0192 or 888-OLD-SCHL / 14 St. George St / Oldest Wooden School House Palm Valley Ranch A working Christian horse ranch offering beach and trails rides by appointment. No experience necessary. 7120 Old State Road 207, Elkton / www.palmvalleyranch.org Paws Dog Park at Treaty Park A ¾ acre playground for dogs offering drinking fountains, a lounging pool, fire hydrants, and open spaces for playing catch. Click link for more info. Located within Treaty Park. 904-829-8807 / 1595 Wildwood Dr / Treaty Park Potter's Wax Museum Over 160 wax figures portraying famous people from history and icons of popular culture. 800-584-4781 / 17 King St / www.potterswax.com Project Swing Park Project Swing is a fenced park that provides two playgrounds and a covered picnic area. Water fountains are right outside the park entrance, and public restrooms are in a small building next to West Castillo Drive, within an easy walk of the park. The two areas of SWING are oriented to different age groups: toddlers and infants have their own playground with a sandbox, play trolley, and boat. Age-appropriate swings, tunnels and walkways allow smaller children to play freely in a large space designated for their use. In the older children's area, they can enjoy elaborate wooden walkways and fort structures that encompass bridges, slides, swings, obstacle courses, and other imaginative options for play. Ripley's Believe It Or Not Over 750 exhibits to fascinate, delight and entertain the whole family. AAA and Active Military Discounts available. The museum is open every day from 9am - 8pm. 904-824-1606 / 19 San Marco Ave / www.staugustine-ripleys.com Ripley's Ghost Adventures Ripley's Ghost Train Adventure Or Ripley's Walking Ghost Adventure. The tours run Tuesday through Saturday night beginning at 8pm. Participants will receive a disposable camera. Some walking involved, including an after hours introduction to the paranormal activity at Ripley's Believe It or Not. The Ghost Train Adventure can be experienced every Tuesday through Saturday evening, with extra nights during major holiday weekends. The first train of the evening leaves Ripley's at 8:30 p.m. 904-824-1606 / 170 San Marco Ave / Ripley's Ghost Train Adventure Robert-Lauryn Skate Park Plenty of room for skateboarders of all ages and abilities, with a Little Dudes Park for beginning skaters and those under the age of 12 to hone their skills. Located within Treaty Park. Admission is free. 904-829-3555 / 1595 Wildwood Dr / Robert-Laryn Skate Park Sailors Paddlers and Rowers of St. Augustine Free sailboat charters with paid annual membership fee. SPARS also offers sailing classes, basic dinghy sailing, and safe boating instruction for children and adults. 904-810-1966 / 220 W King St St. Augustine Helicopter Tours See St. Augustine from the air. Variety of different tours. Two person minimum. 904-824-5506 / St. Augustine Airport, 4900 US 1 N, Ste 400 / www.oldcityhelicopters.com St. Johns County Fishing Pier A 4-acre beachfront park. Offers fishing, a playground, picnic tables, a covered Pavilion, bait, ice, tackle, refreshments, and lighted beach volleyball courts. Restrooms and showers are also available. Daily sightseeing tickets are available. Daily fishing passes are available for children and adults. Season fishing passes are can also be purchased. 904-461-0119 / 350 Beach Blvd, St. Augustine Beach / St. Johns County Fishing Pier
St. Johns County Parks Directory of St. Johns County Parks. 904-209-0333 / St. Johns County Parks Treaty Park Offers many opportunities for active and passive recreation: Wide open spaces for Frisbee, sports, or kite flying; a fenced playground; picnic tables; a 3-acre lake for fishing; many lighted sports courts; walking trails; and more. Also included in Treaty Park is the Robert-Laryn Skate Park and Paws Dog Park. 904-829-8807 / 1595 Wildwood Dr / Treaty Park Water Tours - St. Augustine St. Augustine Eco Tours 904-377-7245 / www.staugustineecotours.com Boating, kayaking, and sailing excusions for small groups on the beautiful inland waters surrounding historic St. Augustine, Florida. Explore the Matanzas River which has an active Bottlenose Dolphin population, beautiful saltwater marshes, oyster beds, and islands that are home to a variety of wildlife. All ages welcome. Safe, memorable, unique experiences are the hallmarks of any St. Augustine Eco Tour excursion. Scenic Cruise of St. Augustine 904-824-1806 / St. Augustine Municipal Marina / www.scenic-cruise.com A one hour and fifteen minute water cruise aboard the Victory III. Departs Daily from Municipal Marina, south of Bridge of Lions in Downtown St. Augustine, Florida. Cruises depart at 11am, 1pm, 2:45pm, and 4:30pm all year long. Evening tours are also available and vary by season. Schooner Freedom Cruises 904-810-1010 / St. Augustine Municipal Marina / www.schoonerfreedom.com Two-hour day and evening sails on a replica 19th century blockade-runner. Call for reservations. World Golf Hall of Fame at World Golf Village Historic artifacts, personal golf memorabilia, and fun and interactive exhibits all tell the stories of its members and the history of the game. Admission includes the museum, a film in the adjacent IMAX Theater® and a round on the 18-hole natural grass putting course. 904-940-4000 or 800-WGV-GOLF / 1 World Golf Place / World Golf Hall of Fame
World Golf Hall of Fame IMAX Theater Soft drinks, water, popcorn and candy are available for purchase. Parking is behind the PGA Tour Stop. The theater is situated within the complex, directly across the water from the PGA Tour Stop. Read synopses and purchase tickets online by clicking here. 904-940-4123 / 1 World Golf Place / www.worldgolfimax.com Ximenez-Fatio House Ximenez-Fatio House Museum, one of St. Augustine's most authentic historic properties. The museum complex is located on Aviles Street, America's first platted thoroughfare, in the center of the city's oldest community, the Old Town area South of the Plaza. The property includes a ca. 1798 coquina stone House, the region's only detached Kitchen building, a reconstructed ca. 1802 Wash House and a new Visitor Center with state-of-the-art interactive exhibits and a Museum Store. Online games for kids to learn more. 904-829-3575 / 20 Aviles St / www.ximenezfatiohouse.org Northside Jacksonville Zoo & Gardens Escape to the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens for the only walking safari in Northeast Florida. Discover the earth's wildlife through interactive and educational experiences. A true family adventure, the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens is growing and changing daily and is dedicated to consistently improving. The Zoo has something for everyone with more than 1,800 rare and exotic animals and 1,000 varieties of plants. Whether you are a visitor to Florida's First Coast or a lifetime resident, we invite you to experience the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens through interactions with people, wildlife and the environment. 370 Zoo Parkway Jacksonville, FL 32218 / 904.757.4463 / jacksonvillezoo.org Archer Lanes Special kids rates, Mon-Fri. Youth bowling leagues Sat mornings Sept through May. Video arcade. 904-751-2888 / 10850 Harts Rd
Braddock's Blueberries You Pick your own Blueberries. Normal IN SEASON is typically the month of June hours are: Monday, Friday and Saturday 8am to 12pm. No restroom facilities. Cannot accommodate school groups. Please call before you go. 904-768-0280 /Thomas Mill Rd / www.pickyourown.org Fort George Island State Park Features self guided tours and the newly opened Ribault Club. Walk, bike, or drive through historic plantation structures and nature trails. Also located on the Island is Huguenot Memorial Park, a city-run park, and the historic Kingsley Plantation. Many Ranger-led programs offered throughout the year. Also features boat ramp, fishing, and canoeing. 904-251-2320 / 11241 Fort George Rd / Fort George Island State Park Home Depot Kids' Workshops Free "How-To Clinics" designed for children ages 5-12. Offered the first Sat of each month between 9am and 12 noon. Children accompanied by an adult construct projects from pre-fabricated kits. The kits are designed to be both educational and practical. Teaches do-it-yourself skills and tool safety. 904-766-2818 / 12111 Lem Turner Rd / www.homedepot.com Huguenot Memorial Park This city-park is situated on Fort George Island. It features a beautiful beach, waterfront campsites, swimming, fishing, picnic shelters, and bird observation area. There are also restrooms and shower facilities. The only park in Duval County that allows beach access by vehicle. Open daily 8am - 8pm April - October and 8am - 6pm November - March. Click here for current weather and tide information. 904-251-3335 / 10980 Heckscher Dr / Huguenot Memorial Park Kayak Amelia at Long Island Outfitters Guided 3-hour kayak tours, as well as 1-and 2-person kayak/ canoe rentals. Service provider for Talbot Island State Parks and Fort George State Park. Location selected for kayak tours depends on the current conditions. Call to make a reservation. 904-251-0016 / 13030 Heckscher Dr / www.kayakamelia.com Kingsley Plantation This historic site, operated from 1813-1839 by Zephaniah Kingsley, who lived with his wife, Anna Madgigine Jai (purchased as a slave but freed in 1811), is located on Fort George Island and includes the ruins of 25 of the original slave cabins, barn, kitchen building, and main house. Self-guided tours are available during the fall, and Ranger-guided programs are available by appointment in winter and summer. Junior Ranger activity booklets are now available for kids ages 4-7 and 8-12. Kids who complete the activity booklet will earn a Junior Ranger badge. Booklets contain activities from both Kingsley Plantation and Ribault Club and kids must go to both sites to complete booklet and earn their badges. Estimate 30-40 minutes per site for kids activities. Kingsley Plantation is open daily, 9am to 5pm. Ribault Club is open Wed-Sun, 9am to 5pm. Sites are approx. 5 miles apart. Free. 904-251-3537 / 13165 Mount Pleasant Rd / Kingsley Plantation Lannie Road Park This 60-acre park has a radio control flying field where radio control model airplanes are flown by enthusiasts. Come be a spectator. Also includes playground equipment and athletic fields. In order to fly a model, you must have Academy of Model Aeronautics (AMA) insurance coverage or its equivalent. 904-630-4100 / 3461 Lannie Rd / www.jaxparks.com Libraries - Northside **Bradham Brooks Northwest Branch 904-765-5402 1755 Edgewood Ave W Monday & Thursday: 12p to 9pm Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday: 10am - 6pm Sunday: Closed **Brentwood Branch 904-630-0924 3725 Pearl St Monday - Friday: 10am - 6pm Saturday and Sunday: Closed **Highlands Branch 904-757-7702 1826 Dunn Ave Monday, Tuesday, Thursday: 10am - 9pm Wednesday: 12pm - 9pm Friday and Saturday: 10am - 6pm Sunday: 1pm - 5pm www.jpl.coj.net Ray Greene Park The perfect place for BMX riders to have practice at Ray Greene Park. The park also includes five ball fields, two tennis courts, and picnic facilities. Open 5am - 10pm daily with the exception of Tuesday and Friday evening, when it is reserved for Jax BMX members to practice and races. Learn more about JAX BMX at their website, www.jacksonvillebmx.com . Reservations are required for picnic shelters. 904-630-4100 / 2149 Leonid Rd / www.jaxparks.com St. Johns River Ferry A 10-minute ride cross the St. Johns River runs between Mayport and Fort George Island. From Mayport Village To FT. George Island Mon.-Fri. 6am, 6:20am, 7am, and continuing on the hour and half hour, with the final departure at 7pm. Sat. and Sun. 7am, 7:20am, 8am and continuing on the hour and half hour, with the final departure at 8:30pm. From FT. George Island TO Mayport Village Mon.-Fri. 6:10am, 6:40am, 7:15am, and continuing on the quarter after and quarter before the hour, with the final departure at 7:15 pm. Sat. and Sun. 7:10am, 7:40am, 8:15am and continuing on the quarter after and the quarter before the hour, with the final departure at 8:45 pm. 904-241-9969 / 4610 Ocean St, Mayport / www.stjohnsriverferry.com Talbot Island State Parks (Big and Little Talbot) Big Talbot Island State Park - Features miles of hiking trails, shell covered beaches, and a 40 site campground. A perfect setting for your picnic. Small admission fee and picnicking fee. Little Talbot Island State Park-The Park has a full–facility campground, a youth/group tent campground, beachside picnic pavilions, fishing and 5 miles of white, sandy beaches. Guided paddle tours available. Call Kayak Amelia at 251-0016 to schedule. Open from 8am until sundown 365 days a year. Click on link for more information about Little Talbot and other area parks and activities.904-251-2320 / 12157 Heckscher Dry / Big Talbot / Little Talbot
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