James Weldon Johnson Park 📍 135 W. Monroe Street, Jacksonville, FL 32202 Join us for lunch, music, kids activities, special events, and more in Jacksonville's oldest public park! linktr.ee/JamesWeldonJohnsonParkhttps://bsky.app/profile/jwjparkjax.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/jwjparkjax.bsky.social/post/3mpj62xg5iz24June was filled with community, joy, history, and unforgettable moments. ❤️ Thank you to everyone who joined us for lunches, events, or simply stopped by the park. As we welcome July, we hope you'll continue to bring your friends and family and join us in the park!30 Jun 2026 14:01 +0000at://did:plc:erjcaesuychtx5tdwvduzbl5/app.bsky.feed.post/3mpj62xg5iz24https://bsky.app/profile/jwjparkjax.bsky.social/post/3mpgnlsuqgj2mWrapping Up June Like... 😎 Stay connected to our socials for updates, check out our weekly lunch and live music schedule, and watch our feeds for any changes! Visit tinyurl.com/JWJNewsletter to subscribe to our newsletter and get this info & more delivered directly to your email!29 Jun 2026 14:01 +0000at://did:plc:erjcaesuychtx5tdwvduzbl5/app.bsky.feed.post/3mpgnlsuqgj2mhttps://bsky.app/profile/jwjparkjax.bsky.social/post/3mp23dgsiby2hThis event wouldn't have been possible without the support of our amazing partners: 1st place sports, Lift Ev'ry Voice and Sing Park, Noted Marketing, Jax Tours, Sporting Jax Jacksonville Run Club, and Auntie Outside. Plus our sponsor @vystarcreditunion.bsky.social for helping us celebrate JWJ!24 Jun 2026 14:02 +0000at://did:plc:erjcaesuychtx5tdwvduzbl5/app.bsky.feed.post/3mp23dgsiby2hhttps://bsky.app/profile/jwjparkjax.bsky.social/post/3moxe6llvue2aThis past weekend, we celebrated the 2nd Annual JWJ BDay 5K, and thanks to YOU, we more than doubled our number of runners from last year! A special thank you to VyStar Credit Union for sponsoring this event and helping make it all possible. ❤️ See you next year!23 Jun 2026 12:02 +0000at://did:plc:erjcaesuychtx5tdwvduzbl5/app.bsky.feed.post/3moxe6llvue2ahttps://bsky.app/profile/jwjparkjax.bsky.social/post/3mov2ejtnfo27It's a New Week in JWJPark! 🌤️ Stay connected to our socials for updates, check out our weekly lunch and live music schedule, and watch our feeds for any changes! Visit tinyurl.com/JWJNewsletter to subscribe to our newsletter and get this info & more delivered directly to your email!22 Jun 2026 14:01 +0000at://did:plc:erjcaesuychtx5tdwvduzbl5/app.bsky.feed.post/3mov2ejtnfo27https://bsky.app/profile/jwjparkjax.bsky.social/post/3mosjwftcdo2pHappy Father’s Day! Today we celebrate the fathers, father figures, mentors, and caregivers who inspire, support, and help shape our communities. Thank you for the love, guidance, and memories you create every day. Wishing all the amazing dads a wonderful Father’s Day from James Weldon Johnson Park!21 Jun 2026 14:02 +0000at://did:plc:erjcaesuychtx5tdwvduzbl5/app.bsky.feed.post/3mosjwftcdo2phttps://bsky.app/profile/jwjparkjax.bsky.social/post/3monj25eo7327Today, we honor Juneteenth—a day celebrating freedom, resilience, and the continued pursuit of equality. ❤️🖤💚 Celebrate the legacy of James Weldon Johnson and his impact on history and culture. Join us tomorrow for the JWJ Bday 5K & Block Party! Register: https://tinyurl.com/JWJBDay5k202619 Jun 2026 14:03 +0000at://did:plc:erjcaesuychtx5tdwvduzbl5/app.bsky.feed.post/3monj25eo7327https://bsky.app/profile/jwjparkjax.bsky.social/post/3moljavtati2hWe're ready for the JWJ Bday 5K & Block Party... are you? 🏃🎉 Join us this Saturday as we celebrate the life and legacy of James Weldon Johnson with a morning of celebrating history, culture, and legacy. 🏃 Register: https://tinyurl.com/JWJBDay5k2026 🙌 Volunteer: https://tinyurl.com/volunteerjwj5K18 Jun 2026 19:01 +0000at://did:plc:erjcaesuychtx5tdwvduzbl5/app.bsky.feed.post/3moljavtati2hhttps://bsky.app/profile/jwjparkjax.bsky.social/post/3moisiy6t2d27Things were POPPING this morning on River City Live with Rance Adams and VyStar Credit Union! 🎉 Thank you for having us on to celebrate James Weldon Johnson's birthday and share all the excitement surrounding the JWJ Bday 5K & Block Party. Register here: https://tinyurl.com/JWJBDay5k202617 Jun 2026 17:09 +0000at://did:plc:erjcaesuychtx5tdwvduzbl5/app.bsky.feed.post/3moisiy6t2d27https://bsky.app/profile/jwjparkjax.bsky.social/post/3moijawgyzw2dHappy Birthday, James Weldon Johnson! 🎉 Join us this Saturday for the JWJ Bday 5K & Block Party as we celebrate the legacy of the author, educator, diplomat, NAACP leader, and co-creator of Lift Ev'ry Voice and Sing. Register here: https://tinyurl.com/JWJBDay5k202617 Jun 2026 14:23 +0000at://did:plc:erjcaesuychtx5tdwvduzbl5/app.bsky.feed.post/3moijawgyzw2dhttps://bsky.app/profile/jwjparkjax.bsky.social/post/3mogfikgwdc2pWe had an absolute BLAST this morning on First Coast Living! 🎉 Thank you for having us, and thank you to VyStar Credit Union for joining us to share all the excitement surrounding the JWJ Bday 5K on June 20th! Register here: https://tinyurl.com/JWJBDay5k202616 Jun 2026 18:10 +0000at://did:plc:erjcaesuychtx5tdwvduzbl5/app.bsky.feed.post/3mogfikgwdc2phttps://bsky.app/profile/jwjparkjax.bsky.social/post/3modxtev3fe2lThe JWJ BDay 5K is THIS Saturday, June 20th! We can't forget to give a big shout-out to Vystar Credit Union for supporting us to make this event happen! We couldn't do this without you! Thank you! Register here for the JWJ Bday 5K: https://tinyurl.com/JWJBDay5k202615 Jun 2026 19:01 +0000at://did:plc:erjcaesuychtx5tdwvduzbl5/app.bsky.feed.post/3modxtev3fe2lhttps://bsky.app/profile/jwjparkjax.bsky.social/post/3modafdidsi2hReady, Set, GO! The JWJ BDay 5K is THIS WEEKEND! 🏁 Stay connected to our socials for updates, check out our weekly lunch and live music schedule, and watch our feeds for any changes! Visit tinyurl.com/JWJNewsletter to subscribe to our newsletter and get this info delivered directly to your email!15 Jun 2026 12:01 +0000at://did:plc:erjcaesuychtx5tdwvduzbl5/app.bsky.feed.post/3modafdidsi2hhttps://bsky.app/profile/jwjparkjax.bsky.social/post/3mo6mtic6yn25🎉 One week until the JWJ Bday 5K & Block Party! Registered runners receive a race T-shirt, SportingJAX tickets, raffle entry, finisher medal, cupcake, and a champagne or non-alcoholic beverage. Stick around after for the FREE Block Party! Thank you to VyStar Credit Union for sponsoring this event! 💙13 Jun 2026 16:00 +0000at://did:plc:erjcaesuychtx5tdwvduzbl5/app.bsky.feed.post/3mo6mtic6yn25https://bsky.app/profile/jwjparkjax.bsky.social/post/3mo44hzkrfa2nWondering what’s included with your JWJ BDay 5K registration? 👀🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️ Check out this video for a sneak peek at everything you'll receive when you sign up! From race swag to an unforgettable community celebration, you won't want to miss it. 🎉 The Block Party is FREE and open to everyone!12 Jun 2026 16:02 +0000at://did:plc:erjcaesuychtx5tdwvduzbl5/app.bsky.feed.post/3mo44hzkrfa2nhttps://bsky.app/profile/jwjparkjax.bsky.social/post/3mnxc66x4av2i🏃‍♀️🎉 Just 10 days until the JWJ BDay 5K presented by VyStar Credit Union! Check-in 7:30 AM | 5K 8 AM | Fun Run/Walk 9 AM See you all there! Register for the 5K here: https://tinyurl.com/JWJBDay5k2026 Register to volunteer for the 5K here: https://tinyurl.com/volunteerjwj5K10 Jun 2026 18:01 +0000at://did:plc:erjcaesuychtx5tdwvduzbl5/app.bsky.feed.post/3mnxc66x4av2ihttps://bsky.app/profile/jwjparkjax.bsky.social/post/3mnrtu27q6j2hRun. Walk. Party. Join us for the JWJ BDay 5K and Block Party on June 20th as we celebrate James Weldon Johnson. Whether you're racing or not, there's something for everyone! Register for the 5K here: https://tinyurl.com/JWJBDay5k2026 Thank you to our sponsors VyStar Credit Union!08 Jun 2026 14:01 +0000at://did:plc:erjcaesuychtx5tdwvduzbl5/app.bsky.feed.post/3mnrtu27q6j2hhttps://bsky.app/profile/jwjparkjax.bsky.social/post/3mnrn4rv4on2dRun. Walk. Party... at the JWJ BDay 5K! 🏁 Stay connected to our socials for updates, check out our weekly lunch and live music schedule, and watch our feeds for any changes! Visit tinyurl.com/JWJNewsletter to subscribe to our newsletter and get this info & more delivered directly to your email!08 Jun 2026 12:01 +0000at://did:plc:erjcaesuychtx5tdwvduzbl5/app.bsky.feed.post/3mnrn4rv4on2dhttps://bsky.app/profile/jwjparkjax.bsky.social/post/3mnkpvdocjg2zNot a runner? Join us as a volunteer! 🎉 You can still be part of the fun by volunteering with us. Help us create an unforgettable event while giving back to the community. Check out the available volunteer opportunities and sign up today! 🔗 https://tinyurl.com/volunteerjwj5K05 Jun 2026 18:02 +0000at://did:plc:erjcaesuychtx5tdwvduzbl5/app.bsky.feed.post/3mnkpvdocjg2zhttps://bsky.app/profile/jwjparkjax.bsky.social/post/3mnhyql75yr2r🏃🏽‍♀️🎉 The JWJ BDay 5K is more than a race, t's a celebration of legacy, culture, and community! Join us on June 20th at 7:30 AM for the 5K and stick around for the Block Party until 11 AM. Register with the link here: https://tinyurl.com/JWJBDay5k202604 Jun 2026 16:02 +0000at://did:plc:erjcaesuychtx5tdwvduzbl5/app.bsky.feed.post/3mnhyql75yr2rhttps://bsky.app/profile/jwjparkjax.bsky.social/post/3mncr2uhneu2a🏃 Run to register for this year's JWJ Birthday 5K! Join us Saturday, June 20 at 7:30 AM at James Weldon Johnson Park for a Fun Run, 5K, and Block Party. 🎉 Food trucks, music, games, activations, and giveaways await. Register today: https://tinyurl.com/JWJBDay5k202602 Jun 2026 14:02 +0000at://did:plc:erjcaesuychtx5tdwvduzbl5/app.bsky.feed.post/3mncr2uhneu2ahttps://bsky.app/profile/jwjparkjax.bsky.social/post/3mn7ztzwha52pHello June!🌻Stay connected to our socials for updates, check out our weekly lunch and live music schedule, and watch our feeds for any changes! Visit tinyurl.com/JWJNewsletter to subscribe to our newsletter and get this info & more delivered directly to your email!01 Jun 2026 12:01 +0000at://did:plc:erjcaesuychtx5tdwvduzbl5/app.bsky.feed.post/3mn7ztzwha52phttps://bsky.app/profile/jwjparkjax.bsky.social/post/3mn6a45zgle2kJoin us tomorrow, Monday, June 1st from 11 AM–2 PM for the Happy Mondays Summer Vacation Kickoff! Every Monday is Happy Monday in James Weldon Johnson Park, enjoy your lunch break with great food, games, music, and all-around good vibes in the park.31 May 2026 18:47 +0000at://did:plc:erjcaesuychtx5tdwvduzbl5/app.bsky.feed.post/3mn6a45zgle2khttps://bsky.app/profile/jwjparkjax.bsky.social/post/3mmz4mb56ct2bRegister TODAY! Prices for JWJ BDay 5K increase on June 1st! Join us on June 20th at 7:30AM to celebrate James Weldon Johnson's Birthday. Not a runner, we've got something for everyone! A Block Party will follow the race with Rance Adams on the tunes. 29 May 2026 18:02 +0000at://did:plc:erjcaesuychtx5tdwvduzbl5/app.bsky.feed.post/3mmz4mb56ct2bhttps://bsky.app/profile/jwjparkjax.bsky.social/post/3mmwm4r4drj2lGOOD NEWS! "160 Years of Stories" - A Photo Exhibit at the Jessie reflecting memories of park-goers, is now open throughout June! Create more memories in the park on Saturday, May 30th for JWB Pop-Up Market from 4 - 8 PM. Support resident-owned businesses in our community in a fun environment!28 May 2026 18:01 +0000at://did:plc:erjcaesuychtx5tdwvduzbl5/app.bsky.feed.post/3mmwm4r4drj2lhttps://bsky.app/profile/jwjparkjax.bsky.social/post/3mmw6tucyj72lLooking for ways to support your community? Join us for the inaugural JWB Pop-Up Market designed to support and showcase the amazing resident-owned businesses in our community in a fun, family-friendly environment. FREE! May 30th, 4 - 8 PM in JWJ Park We can't wait to see you there!28 May 2026 14:04 +0000at://did:plc:erjcaesuychtx5tdwvduzbl5/app.bsky.feed.post/3mmw6tucyj72lhttps://bsky.app/profile/jwjparkjax.bsky.social/post/3mmqx27z7g42gThis Weekend: JWB Pop-Up Market at JWJ Park!🛍️ Stay connected to our socials for updates, check out our weekly lunch and live music schedule, and watch our feeds for any changes! Visit tinyurl.com/JWJNewsletter to subscribe to our newsletter and get this info & more delivered directly to your email!26 May 2026 12:01 +0000at://did:plc:erjcaesuychtx5tdwvduzbl5/app.bsky.feed.post/3mmqx27z7g42ghttps://bsky.app/profile/jwjparkjax.bsky.social/post/3mmogmxkzpw2xToday, we honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. We extend our thoughts to those carrying their memory forward. The park is closed today in observance of the holiday. We encourage everyone to take a moment of silence to remember and reflect. ❤️25 May 2026 12:02 +0000at://did:plc:erjcaesuychtx5tdwvduzbl5/app.bsky.feed.post/3mmogmxkzpw2xhttps://bsky.app/profile/jwjparkjax.bsky.social/post/3mmhcp3hhjm2lMay is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month! Celebrate by discovering the passion, culture, and inspiration behind the delicious dishes created by Lasa Taste of Philippines. Hear the story behind the food and the heart that goes into every bite.22 May 2026 16:03 +0000at://did:plc:erjcaesuychtx5tdwvduzbl5/app.bsky.feed.post/3mmhcp3hhjm2lhttps://bsky.app/profile/jwjparkjax.bsky.social/post/3mmes5z466c2rENTER TO WIN TICKETS TO SEE THE JACKSONVILLE WAVES! 🌊🏀 We want your feedback! ❤️💙💛 Take a moment to complete our short survey and you could be chosen to win two tickets to see the Jacksonville Waves! Scan the QR Code or visit tinyurl.com/JWJPkMay2026Survey to start!21 May 2026 16:01 +0000at://did:plc:erjcaesuychtx5tdwvduzbl5/app.bsky.feed.post/3mmes5z466c2r