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The following is this week’s issue of the #DTJax Weekly Update e-newsletter. To receive this in your email inbox each week, sign-up here.

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Instagram of the Week 

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Things To Do Downtown

Arts & Culture

• First Wednesday Art Walk
• Art Walk with R. Middleton at Wolf & Cub
• Coming Out Monologue Preview at MOCA Jacksonville
• Murray Hillbilly: Vegan Pizza @ Art Walk at Vagabond Coffee Co. and Bodega
• Reclaimed: Life Beyond the Landfill Opening Reception at Jacksonville Public Library
• The Summer Cypher Series at Hollywood Cuts

• Customer Appreciation Event at Daniel James Salon
• Drink and Draw at MOCA Jacksonville
• Studio Practice Workshop Series: Ceramics with Mark Lester at MOCA Jacksonville

• Puttin’ on the Ritz at The Ritz Theatre and Museum
• Jacksonville Symphony Presents: Season Finale! Mahler 5 at Times-Union Center. Runs through Saturday, June 8.

• A Legacy of Honor and Valor Exhibit at Jacksonville Public Library
• Jacksonville Symphony Youth Orchestra Performances at Jacksonville Public Library
• Murder Mystery Dinner at Omni Hotel

• Music @ Main Sunday Intermezzo with Lauren Hodges and Jasmine Arakawa at Jacksonville Public Library

Live Music & Nightlife 

• ArtWalk Look Busy! Rock N Roll at The Justice Pub
• Silent Disco: Summer Vibes at Myth Nightclub

• Chocolatefe Da Poet Live at The Cypher at De Real Ting Cafe
• DUVAL is For Lovers at 1904 Music Hall
• Thursday Trivia at Burrito Gallery Downtown

• The Cabaret Hour at The Justice Pub
• Hip Hop & Hookah featuring Dialectable Beats at Spliff’s Gastropub
• Isabella Parole MercyMercy Borromakat at 1904 Music Hall
• We The Plug Presents: Beat the Clock at Myth Nightclub

• Connections by Sanctuary at Myth Nightclub
• For The Love at The Justice Pub

• Swing Dance Sunday at The Volstead

• Rock N Roll Karaoke at Dos Gatos

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#DTJax News

• Aerial easement for Downtown Hyatt Place hotel moves forward
• Developer says Kings Avenue Station building on Southbank could be 40 stories
• Can Downtown support all the proposed hotels?
• Concert Review: Lionel Richie gets mighty might at Daily’s show
• Florida Theatre ranked state’s “Top Stop” for small halls
• A Look Back: Jacksonville’s Automated Skyway Express
• Art Walk Set to Sizzle in June with Beer Release, Live Music, and More
• Thursday Editorial: Thumbs up to low Downtown crime numbers
• Betterman Conference comes to Jacksonville

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Downtown Vision Updates:

Celebrate Summer at Art Walk!   Join us for the 6th Annual Bold City Brewery Summer Sizzle featuring the release of Big John’s Apricot Wheat Ale, available for purchase. Headquarters at Hemming Park: Stroll through Hemming to view art and works from the vendors of Trash Panda, a local flea market. Enjoy a live performance on the Main Stage by The Firewater Tent Revival from 5:30-8:30 p.m.

The Oasis @ Art Walk: Find your chill at our summer placemaking experience in Hemming Park on June 5th. Check out details on this and other placemaking initiatives here. Kids Zone on Adams Street: Enjoy bounce houses, face painting, jump-roping by Jump 4 Jax, magic by Crossroads Magic and mural painting by Jax Kid’s Mural Project. Stick around for a performance by The Johns Twins from 5:30-8:30 p.m. They’ll be located in front of The Carling on 31 E. Adams St. Adams Street Eats: Be sure to grab a bite from Gili’s Kitchen, Kazu Sushi Burrito, Breezy Jazz Club or De Real Ting during your time on Adams St. Pick up discount flyers at participating locations or at the Art Walk Tent at Hemming Park. Fashion show on Laura Street: Enjoy music by DJ No Fame from 5:30-8:30 p.m. Fashion show begins at 7:30 p.m. Hosted by Regions Bank in partnership with Fashion Group Int’l and Paul Mitchell The School. Want more? Find out everything going on at June’s Art Walk here.

YMCA Group Workout Classes at Corkscrew Park! Just in time for the summer fitness crunch, we’re partnering with the Winston Family YMCAand City of Jacksonville to bring you FREE group workouts at The Corkscrew – #DTJax’s new outdoor public gym located on the Northbank Riverwalk in the shade of the Acosta Bridge. These certified personal trainer-led classes take place each Tuesday at 12:15 p.m. so bring yourself and a friend and get your sweat on. (Bathrooms & water fountain on site.)

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Stories From BlogDTJax.com

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2017-2018 Annual Report   Have you ever wondered, “what exactly does DVI do in a year?” From expanding the Ambassador program by 50% to installing 80,000 LED lights for the “Lights on Laura” installation to topping 100,000 followers on @DTJax social media, check out our latest Annual Report, which highlights accomplishments and financial information for fiscal year 2017-2018. Read or download the PDF here.     2017 State of Downtown Report   It’s an exciting time for Downtown Jacksonville! As we watch Downtown potential turn into action, we have a lot of successes to celebrate. Read about current development, employment, and residential trends in this 12-month look at Downtown Jacksonville’s progress. Read or download the PDF here.           2019 Art Walk Sponsorship Opportunities   Downtown’s signature monthly event, First Wednesday Art Walk attracts 5,000 people each month, spans 15+ blocks with 35+ galleries, museums, cultural venues, restaurants, bars, and businesses. In its 15th year, Art Walk celebrates the local art scene by featuring hundreds of artists, performers, and live music acts. Be a partner today! Download the kit here.