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#DTJax Weekly Update: Sept. 22 – Sept. 28

September 22, 2015

Weekly Update

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

 

Photo by @maqvisionTag your Downtown photo #DTJax for a chance to be featured.

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  • Check out the Events Calendar on our website, which features more than 130 events Downtown this week.
  • From candy classes to karaoke, any given day Downtown, there’s something going on. Check out our Ongoing Events list.

 

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Stories From BlogDTJax.com

 

Matthew Clark in a raw, available office space on the ninth floor of 100 North Laura.

Matthew Clark in a raw, available office space on the ninth floor of 100 North Laura.

 

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 News of the Week

 

 

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 DVI Updates

 

#ProstDTJax! Oktoberfest @ Art Walk returns Oct. 7
DVI is excited to present its third-annual Oktoberfest @ Art Walk, a benefit for Downtown’s signature event, First Wednesday Art Walk.Hosted by Curtis Dvorak (First Coast Living correspondent and former Jaxson de Ville mascot), make plans to grab a frosty stein and toast to great art, music and German culture, all wrapped into one fun-filled, extended Art Walk night Oct. 7, 5 – 10 p.m. Highlights include:

  • Tapping of the keg ceremony at 6 p.m. with Mayor Lenny Curry, Bold City Brewery and Curtis Dvorak
  • Authentic biergarten with a variety of German beers, plus $1 off beer if you bring your own stein (up to 16 ounces)
  • Two stages of Oompah bands: Dan Witucki & The Heimat Musikanten Band in Hemming Park and One Step Ahead of the Law Brass Band at The Jacksonville Landing
  • Kinderfest zone, carnival zone and Food Truck Village for all ages
  • Ticketed VIP tent ($35 per person) with unlimited beers and food provided by Burrito Gallery next to Hemming Park’s main stage
  • Kick off of Art Walk After Dark in The Elbow from 9 p.m. to late.
And more! Full details now available online at iloveartwalk.com. RSVP at the Facebook event.

 

Volunteers needed for Oktoberfest
Love #DTJax and cool perks? Volunteer with us Oct. 7 for Oktoberfest @ Art Walk! Tasks include selling beer, assisting with the carnival and kids’ areas, passing out fliers and more.

 
Join us for “The Elbow Social” every Thursday
Each week, “The Elbow Social” features extended happy hours and drink specials across 10+ venues, accompanied by live music and special programming. For a list of promotions – including exclusive discounts for Downtown employees – visit theelbowjax.com/social.

DVI recognized for social-media efforts
Last week, the Jacksonville Business Journal announced its 2015 BizTech Innovation Award winners. Of the 17 honorees, DVI was one of three local companies recognized for “Best Use of Social Media.” For more information on this recognition, read the official announcement. And remember, be sure to follow us (@DTJax) on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. Also, don’t forget to tag all of your Downtown posts with #DTJax. Thanks for your support!

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