Rhythm Rodeo, a veteran-owned dance brand founded by Jasmine “Roxy Rodeo” Batista, is bringing the energy, fun and connection of line dancing to North Florida. With a mix of country classics and today’s hottest hits, Jasmine makes dance approachable, exciting, and inclusive for all ages and skill levels. Her goal is to create a community where people can kick up their boots, have a blast, and leave feeling confident. From local classes to special events, Rhythm Rodeo is where North Florida comes to dance.

The annual Blues, Brews, Bourbon & BBQ showcases Jacksonville’s best wings, pulled pork, smoked brisket and more. Bono’s Real Pit Barbecue will be among the vendors on August 21st at Bowling Oaks. Enjoy your favorite BBQ with unlimited samples of some the city’s favorite craft beer, bourbons, spirits, and live continuous Blues music. All proceeds from Blues, Brews, Bourbon & BBQ will benefit the nonprofit Florida Theatre Performing Arts Center, Inc. Get your tickets via the Florida Theatre.

Angelwood, Inc. is proof that hope, heart, and a few fun twists can make a world of difference. Since 1993, this Jacksonville nonprofit has been championing people with intellectual and developmental differences, offering a creative, connected, and caring community that helps every individual soar—whether that means finding the right job, making new friends at summer camp, enjoying independence in a group home, or simply discovering their unique talents.

shoe drive—returns to give students more than fresh sneakers. It brings them a boost in confidence, a reason to smile, and, for some, the encouragement they need to head back to school.

Wendy Valentine is the host of The Midlife Makeover Show podcast and author of the upcoming book, Women Waking Up: The Midlife Manifesto for Passion, Purpose, and Play

National Tourism and Travel Week with Visit Jacksonville