My how things have changed with One Spark in Jacksonville 2018, the “crowd source” funding entrepreneur/innovator festival/event felt like a bleaching of the event, that in past years was held in the Jacksonville Downtown Core and had more of a street festival that included several city blocks and venues.
Bright lights and the big screen… I only wish that OneSpark 2018 had been worth the price of admission.It Felt Like the Jaguars took the ball that was dropped, being One Spark, and were going to keep it all to themselves.
The last One Spark I attended, I actually went 2 days and spent several hours enjoying differing art and street acts and performers.
This year after 2 hours I was ready to leave and go get some good food and drink that was not overpriced stadium food and drink.
OneSpark 2018 Tesla on site so you can sit in a car that costs more than most peoples homes
Exciting to sit in a Tesla apparently. One Spark 2018
These are some of the creators we spoke with, all with great ideas.
Jems Body Art Cool concept they have been working it for almost a year now and were trying to get money for a laser wood cutting machine. OneSpark 2018The process of getting a cool temporary body sparkle was easy and looked good for a couple of days you can find them at www.jemsbodyart.comI enjoyed talking to these folks from Keanu their personal cooling device was nice, it created a cool breeze that you could blow over your skin.Keanu’s personal cooling device is nice, it creates a cool breeze that you could blow over your skin.#OneSparkWave I really thought they were missing the surf board, would have sealed the affect.OneSpark 2018 Career IKIGAI
I encourage you to take a look at this Jacksonville startup/app Worthy invest simply and easily. They have been up and running for a while now.
A great start up founded here in Jacksonville and a great way to start investing a little and watch it grow check them out at www.joinworthy.comOne Spark 2018 Teach Kids to CodeOne Spark 2018 CensusOneSpark 2018 OneSpark 2018 Census MapsOne Spark 2018 Census Question about Springfield now that I work in that area it interested me.Instead of having a plethora of musicians on different corners poets and DJ’s being able to perform, we get one stage with a couple of acts a night with Jaguar game day pricing for drinks, Disappointing One Spark Jacksonville 2018
A Couple months ago while walking Charlie I heard that distinctive sound of a gator going into the water, thud thud thud splash. Then from the dock I could see its head in the water, it was no bigger than my hand, OK so I can continue to walk my beagle sown by the water with no fear. Well maybe I should be scared again, I received a call from Kieth one of my neighbors that has a lovely 2nd floor view of the river to say there was a huge Gator in Pottsburg Creek. He had swam right by the dock and went back into Little Pottsburg Creek. I caught up with him on the bridge.
This was taken from the Atlantic Blvd bridge over Little Pottsburg Creek.I guesstimate his size between 6-7 feet, his head was little more than 2 buoys.First big gator I have seen in the Creek, did see a small maybe 3 foot one a couple months ago at night, but this fella was large and in charge.This bird swooped in for a quick attack on the Gator swimming the Creek
Glad I was not in the Kayak when I saw this fellow.
Well it is my favorite time to watch the water in Jacksonville, Manatee mating season is here I caught this one just as I was wondering if I was looking too early. Will download full video to youtube but you can check out the extended on facebook.
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If you have not seen Unity Plaza and the revitalization of this area of town it is worth checking out. Be a part of your community. http://events.unityplaza.org/
Did you miss the quiet opening of Unity Plaza or even been on that side of the river to see the new vibrant area?
Love the Concept of Unity Plaza
The mission statement is to have free community activities 365 days a year. I heard that the Jacksonville Symphony was going to play and took my youngest son, I have never been able to get that close to an orchestra other than being in one but that is another story.
Jax Symphony at Unity Plaza
My son and I were laying on the fake grass and enjoying the sounds. The Amphitheater design was perfect for this event.
So I have not looked into the prices of the apartments there but I did see folks enjoying the performance from their balconies. The Brooklyn Area Development is one of many shining examples of Jacksonville progressing to a forward thinking city and it brings more residential downtown.
If you have not seen Unity Plaza and the revitalization of this area of town it is worth checking out. Be a part of your community. http://events.unityplaza.org/
There are 2 Restaurants slated to be open soon. There are daily yoga classes to partake in.
They have also had all kinds of classes from Coding for kids to Rhythm meditation. you can check out the upcoming events here
These St. Johns River mammals were rounding up about 2-300 birds floating on the spanning the length of a football field at the Mayport Jetties,These porpoise were probably eating fish below.It sure did look like they really wanted to make all the birds fly out of the water.They kept me entertained while I waited for the Chinese Navy’s last ship to enter port.Dolphin around to greet Chinese Navy, Mayport, FL
These St.Johns River Mammals I have seen before, Taken at intersection of Little and Big Pottsburg Creek
I think this is the same family that visited the canoe on fathers day.St. Johns river has so much to offer if your only willing to look and pay attention and adventure a bit.These are the babies that were with the one above, this is why I think its the same group, usually you see 2 adults with 1 baby, this pod is 3 adults and 2 babies.People and other River Mammals use the St. Johns River for many things, and People trash our river. Every little thing that fly’s out of your car ends up in our river.This is for you son, He told me I should take a picture of that and tell people not to through your trash on the ground. Yeah unfortunately a lot of it ends up in our water ways. This was not the river but new Unity Plaza retention pond.
More photos on FaceBook, be sure to like the page!
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Mayport Hugeonot Park www.jaxriverlife.com
Chinese Navy have arrived!
Chinese 152 on historic Naval goodwill tour enters Jacksonville’s Mayport Naval StationDolphin around to greet Chinese Navy, Mayport, FLChina Military entering US portHistoric Chinese Naval goodwill tour enters Jacksonville’s Mayport Naval StationChina & US flags fly together today as the Chinese Navy enters Mayport Naval Station, FloridaSeagulls flying with Chinese ship 152 sailing into Mayport
The Bait fish have come in force the past week, means the fishing is getting betterMinnows in Little Pottsburg Creek
I have really noticed an increase in the bait-fish moving through the creek the past week. Had a Red fish break me off right at the dock, then just after that noticed what might be a drum or sheep head swimming around one of the boats. I will be adding that video later. Late last night I notice the shrimp moving through the creek. All signs its time to go fishing.
I have to hand it to the Jaguars they can through a party. Now its not every day you get to walk on a NFL field let alone Party on it, and for Free, Get out.
Walking Through the Tunnel at Everbank Field That’s my best friend and Fiance, or at least their backsidesI love the Pants on the baby, I love that the Jags always try to keep the kids engaged, maybe not that age but, still greatRock wall for Kids at The Jaguars Draft Party 2015
I love that the Jaguars always try and keep the Kids engaged, I considered trying to get my oldest for the night and bringing him. I have over the years taken them to pregame parties, maybe this year we will do a game together.
Bento came second in my favorite of the food I tasted, great deal, and love Bento.
So the drinks were overpriced as usual inside the stadium but the food deal was awesome. We were given the choice of a $15 wristband that allowed you to visit 5 tents or $20 and you could visit 10 tents. Wish I had not eaten all day the food was outstanding, and I still had the ability to go to another tent, but my stomach did not have the ability to hold more and make the walk back to the car. My favorite was Black Sheep http://blacksheep5points.com Braised beef with parm risotto and baby Brussels. Desserts galore as well have to give winning nod to Kilwins https://www.kilwins.com/Jacksonville hard to beat ice cream. well worth the $20.
I am so looking forward to this years Jaguars, it is so nice to look at the moves and say yeah I like that.
That is just a snippet of the kind of street performing that is going on and there are stages a plenty, so be sure you pick up a schedule and plan accordingly. Seems there is more in the evening Thursday and Friday. Mosey and enjoy, not only are some of the ideas and concepts intriguing but there is a street party atmosphere about it all.
Bring Cash! There are more places for refreshments this year but I did notice that some where not taking credit. Seems that the amount of food trucks is up, and to think I was almost one of them.
Go Hungry! Bring an appetite, and eat before you leave. There are some top end and low end spectrum food selections. If you can’t find places you want to try your not a foodie. Look for lines, it is usually a sign that its worth the wait.
If your a drinker be sure to bring cash it was 50/50 on the out door bar scene at 1 Spark. Grab drinks when lines are small, not sure I will go over the weekend, but when your at a quarter beverage its time to get in line. If your a liquor drinker find a bar you like tip well and you should get taken care of. Please be careful and have a designated driver.
Plan your parking. It will take time getting to the event unless you want to pay for parking. The streets are all blocked off for One Spark which creates bottlenecks on other parts of downtown. Not to mention the extra amount of pedestrian traffic heading in to the Event. I recommend parking at the School board building and riding the Sky Way there its a short little walk. Then on the way back walk over the Main Street Bridge and down the refurbished River Walk and enjoy our River City.
Have fun!
Calley Sprague
Jacksonville has any water activity you could want!
