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SUMMARY:American Heroes Concert 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening of music\, community\, and support for those who serve. \n🕠 5:30–10:00 PM🎸 Music By The Usual Suspects at 6:00 PM 💃🕺🎟 Gun Raffles & Prizes🍔 Food & Libations Available \nCome support our local heroes — Military\, Veterans\, and First Responders.All are welcome. \n\n🎫 Tickets\n$10 Pre-Sale Includes: \n\n\nComplimentary first beverage \n\n\nAccess to Pier Side & Ship Decks \n\n\n$14 at the Gate (Day Of) \n\n\nNo complimentary beverage \n\n\nGET TICKETS\n🛑 Cash bar & food trucks (credit cards accepted) \n\nℹ️ Event Details\n\n\n18+ only (no minors) \n\n\nGates open at 5:30 PM \n\n\nMotorcycle not required \n\n\nFree parking (large grass lot) \n\n\nFeel free to bring a folding chair \n\n\n📍 610 East Bay Street \n\n🚫 Please No\n\n\nSmoking \n\n\nCoolers \n\n\nSkinny high heels \n\n\n\n🤝 Sponsorships Available\n 
URL:https://fhnsa.org/event/american-heroes-concert-2026/
LOCATION:USS Orleck\, USS Orleck Naval Museum 610 E Bay St\, Jacksonville\, FL\, 32202\, United States
CATEGORIES:USS Orleck Events
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SUMMARY:AARP Florida Free Document Shredding Event at the USS Orleck
DESCRIPTION:Don’t Let Fraud Spread\, Shred Instead!\nJoin AARP Florida for a free document shredding event in Jacksonville! Fight fraud by shredding your personal documents\, free of charge. \nThis Shredding Event is for personal papers with a limit of three bags or boxes per person. Business shredding will not be allowed. Except for paper clips and staples\, no metal\, batteries\, electronics\, or other non-paper material can be in boxes or bags brought for shredding. \nSpecial USS Orleck Tour Rate $8.86\nSaturday\, April 18 | 9 a.m. – Noon\nUSS Orleck Naval Museum\n610 East Bay Street\, Jacksonville\, FL 32202 \nFor more information\, scan the QR code or visit https://events.aarp.org/4DEYzq
URL:https://fhnsa.org/event/aarp-florida-free-document-shredding-event-at-the-uss-orleck/
LOCATION:USS Orleck\, USS Orleck Naval Museum 610 E Bay St\, Jacksonville\, FL\, 32202\, United States
CATEGORIES:USS Orleck Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T130000
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SUMMARY:EXCLUSIVE INVITATION FOR VETERANS USS ORLECK STEEL BEACH PICNIC
DESCRIPTION:Calling All Veterans -  Active Duty All Branches - First Responders \nJoin us for an afternoon of fun tradition & sea stories Aboard USS Orleck (DD‑886);also\, learn how you can support the historic museum and become a volunteer!Food • Fellowship • History • Service\n\n📅 Event Details\nDate: Saturday\, April 19\, 2026Time: 1300 (1:00 PM)Location: Aboard the historic USS Orleck (DD‑886)The ship will be closed to the general public during this event. ID checked at the gate.\nGET TICKETS\n\nHonoring Those Who Served\nThe USS Orleck Museum Crew proudly invites veterans from Jacksonville and the surrounding communities to our inaugural Steel Beach Picnic—a special afternoon dedicated to connection\, camaraderie\, and continued service.\nJoin us aboard this iconic naval ship for a relaxed and welcoming gathering featuring hamburgers\, hot dogs\, and refreshments. Most importantly\, this event offers the opportunity to connect veteran‑to‑veteran with the volunteer crew who preserve and operate this living piece of naval history. Music by the  Steel Drum Band for Caribbean fun.\n\nOur Mission\nTo share who we are\, what we do\, and how you can become part of a mission that preserves naval heritage while inspiring future generations.\n\nWhy Attend?\n✔ Enjoy great food and camaraderie in a one‑of‑a‑kind historic setting✔ Experience behind‑the‑scenes tours of the USS Orleck✔ Meet the volunteer crew and learn how the ship operates✔ Explore meaningful opportunities to serve\, connect\, and give back✔ No prior experience required—training and support are provided\n\nMore Than a Museum\nThe USS Orleck is a living symbol of service\, history\, and community pride in downtown Jacksonville. Volunteer support helps keep the ship open\, expand youth education programs\, and ensure this remarkable vessel is preserved for generations to come.\n\n⚓ Your Next Mission Starts Here\nWhether you’re looking to reconnect with fellow veterans\, give back to the community\, or simply enjoy an afternoon aboard a historic naval ship\, we want you with us.\nJoin us aboard the USS Orleck.Bring a shipmate. Meet the crew. Be part of something lasting.\nService doesn’t end—it evolves.
URL:https://fhnsa.org/event/exclusive-invitation-for-veterans-uss-orleck-steel-beach-picnic/
LOCATION:USS Orleck\, USS Orleck Naval Museum 610 E Bay St\, Jacksonville\, FL\, 32202\, United States
CATEGORIES:USS Orleck Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Nadia":MAILTO:events@jaxnavalmuseum.org
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SUMMARY:6th Annual JAX Anchor Fest 2026
DESCRIPTION:JAX CoinCon is officially becoming JAX Anchor Fest! ⚓ \nSame veteran-led energy\, same waterfront tradition—now with a name that reflects what this event has grown into: a full community festival alongside the JAX Naval Museum and the legendary USS Orleck. \nAnd in 2026\, we’re making it even bigger as we also celebrate America’s 250th Birthday (the Semiquincentennial)! 🇺🇸 \n📅 6th Annual JAX Anchor Fest (formerly CoinCon)🗓️ Saturday\, May 9\, 2026📍 JAX Naval Museum | USS Orleck \nHere’s what to expect:\n✅ Active duty\, veteran\, and local vendors🚗 Car Show🎶 Live Music🧒 Kids Zone🍔 Food Trucks🧿 Challenge Coins\, memorabilia\, collectibles & apparel➕ And so much more \nREGISTER YOUR CAR FOR THE SHOW \n🏆 The Car Show will feature awards for:Best in Show\, Best Truck\, Best Classic Truck\, Best Car\, Best Classic Car\, and Best Motorcycle \nFamilies can also enjoy bounce houses\, balloons\, cotton candy\, Connect Four\, safe axe throwing\, coloring stations\, and more in our expanded Kids Zone. \n🎧 DJ Coconutz will keep the energy going all day long! \nMost importantly\, all proceeds benefit Northeast Florida veteran programs. \nMark your calendar and join us for one of Jacksonville’s biggest veteran and community celebrations of the year! ⚓🇺🇸 \n \n \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://fhnsa.org/event/6th-annual-jax-anchor-fest-2026/
LOCATION:USS Orleck\, USS Orleck Naval Museum 610 E Bay St\, Jacksonville\, FL\, 32202\, United States
CATEGORIES:USS Orleck Events
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SUMMARY:Sunset Yoga + Sound Bath on the USS Orleck
DESCRIPTION:Experience a beautifully guided yoga flow with Susan Kniseley Foy\, seamlessly paired with the deeply restorative tones and vibrations of Soundbath Jax. As the sun sets over the St. Johns River and the moon rises above\, immerse yourself in a one-of-a-kind 60 min. experience of movement\, breath\, and sound beneath the open sky. Let the gentle flow and soothing frequencies wash over you\, leaving you feeling refreshed\, recharged\, and fully at peace.\nEVENT DETAILS:\n\n Date: Friday June 5th Time: 7:00PM ( gates open @ 6:30pm ) Location: USS ORLECK ~ 610 E. Bay Street\, Jacksonville\, Fl 32202 Limited Spots Available! Reserve Now 
URL:https://fhnsa.org/event/sunset-yoga-sound-bath-on-the-uss-orleck/
LOCATION:USS Orleck\, USS Orleck Naval Museum 610 E Bay St\, Jacksonville\, FL\, 32202\, United States
CATEGORIES:USS Orleck Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T080000
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SUMMARY:Museum Ships On The Air Weekend 2026
DESCRIPTION:📡⚓ MUSEUM SHIPS ON THE AIR WEEKEND ⚓📡\nJoin us aboard the historic USS Orleck\nfor Museum Ships On The Air Weekend on June 6-7!\nThe Jacksonville Naval Museum is proud to participate alongside museum ships and amateur radio operators from around the world in this exciting international event. Hosted in partnership with the North Florida Amateur Radio Society (NOFARS) and guest operators from across the region\, visitors will have the opportunity to watch live amateur (HAM) radio communications from aboard one of America’s most decorated destroyers. \nThis year\, operators will be broadcasting under the Orleck Amateur Radio Society (OARS) club call sign: WJ4DD. The Museum Ships Weekend amateur radio event takes place June 6–7\, 2026. During this 48-hour global event\, ham radio operators broadcast directly from the decks of historic vessels\, allowing enthusiasts to contact over 100 participating ships worldwide \n \n📅 Event Dates:\nSaturday\, June 6 – Sunday\, June 7 \n📡 Operating Hours:\nSaturday: 8:00 AM – Sunday: 3:00 PM \nDuring your visit\, you’ll be able to: \n⚓ Tour the USS Orleck\n📡 Visit the live radio stations\, including Radio Central\n🌎 Watch operators connect with museum ships and HAM radio stations around the world\n🎙️ Learn about the history and technology of amateur radio communications \nYour regular museum admission includes access to all broadcast locations along the tour route. \nCome aboard and see how many ships around the world we can contact during this unique international event! \nLEARN MORE ABOUT THE EVENT\n📍 USS Orleck – 610 E. Bay Street\, Jacksonville\, FL \n \n 
URL:https://fhnsa.org/event/museum-ships-on-the-air-weekend-2026/
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CATEGORIES:OARS Events,USS Orleck Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260704T183000
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SUMMARY:4th of July 250th American Celebration
DESCRIPTION:This 4th of July\, experience an unforgettable evening of patriotism\, music\, food\, fireworks\, and waterfront views aboard the historic USS Orleck Naval Museum as we celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary!\n🎆 4th of July 2026🕡 6:30 PM – 10:00 PM📍 Jacksonville Riverfront \nEnjoy:⭐ Live music by DJ Rantz⭐ Hot dogs & sandwiches⭐ Cash bar featuring Manifest Distilling & local beer⭐ Front-row atmosphere for Jacksonville’s Independence Day celebration⭐ A unique evening aboard one of America’s legendary naval ships \n🎟 General Admission To The Pier: $12Includes 1 free drink with advance ticket purchase($14 at the gate — drink not guaranteed) \nPlease Note:⚠️ The museum will be OPEN for daytime tours from 12pm to 3:30pm⚠️ Ages 16+ for the 6:30 pm fireworks event⚠️ No coolers\, sparklers\, or ship deck access⚠️ Folding chairs permitted on the pier area \nVIP and sponsor guests will enjoy exclusive ship deck access during the event. \nJoin us as we honor 250 years of American freedom\, sacrifice\, and history — where history truly lives. \n🎟 Get Tickets: Tickets available at the gate. Pre-sales are over. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThank You To Our Sponsors
URL:https://fhnsa.org/event/4th-of-july-250th-american-celebration/
LOCATION:USS Orleck\, USS Orleck Naval Museum 610 E Bay St\, Jacksonville\, FL\, 32202\, United States
CATEGORIES:USS Orleck Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260821T190000
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CREATED:20260806T132953Z
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SUMMARY:Sunset Yoga & Sound Immersion Aboard USS ORLECK
DESCRIPTION:A Community Fundraiser Benefiting Yhang Quintero\nJoin us for a beautiful evening of wellness\, community\, and compassion on the historic USS ORLECK pier as we come together to support Yhang Quintero in his fight against lymphoma. \nAs the sun sets over the St. Johns River\, enjoy an evening designed to relax the mind\, restore the body\, and bring our community together for a meaningful cause. \nEvent Schedule\n🧘 30-Minute Sunset Yoga Flow\nLed by Alejandra of Casa Vive \nEase into the evening with a gentle yoga session overlooking the river\, suitable for all experience levels. \n🔔 45-Minute Sound Bath & Gong Immersion\nLed by Diana Vasquez of Soundbath JAX and Sheri Blanc \nExperience the calming vibrations of crystal singing bowls and gongs during an immersive sound healing session designed to promote relaxation and inner peace. \n\nEvent Details\n📅 Date: Friday\, August 21 \n🕖 Time: 7:00 PM \n📍 Location:USS ORLECK Pier610 E. Bay StreetJacksonville\, FL 32202 \n\nHealing Raffle\nThroughout the evening\, guests will have the opportunity to participate in a Healing Raffle featuring generously donated prizes from local businesses and community partners. \nEvery raffle ticket purchased helps support Yhang’s journey. \n\nHelp Support Yhang\nhttps://omella.com/rhfer \n\n“When a community comes together with love\, healing reaches far beyond one person.” \n\n\nRegistration\nPlease scan the QR code on the event flyer to purchase raffle tickets and learn more. \nWe look forward to sharing this meaningful evening with you aboard USS ORLECK.
URL:https://fhnsa.org/event/sunset-yoga-sound-immersion-aboard-uss-orleck/
LOCATION:USS Orleck\, USS Orleck Naval Museum 610 E Bay St\, Jacksonville\, FL\, 32202\, United States
CATEGORIES:USS Orleck Events
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SUMMARY:3rd Annual USS ORLECK Pearl Harbor Remembrance Car Show
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, December 5\, 2026\n8:00 AM – 4:00 PM\n📍 USS ORLECK | Jacksonville Naval Museum \n\n\n\nHonor the Past. Celebrate American Automotive History.\nJoin us aboard the historic USS ORLECK (DD-886) for our 3rd Annual Pearl Harbor Remembrance Car Show\, where we gather to remember the heroes of December 7\, 1941\, while enjoying one of Jacksonville's most unique waterfront automotive events. \nWhether you're bringing a show vehicle or coming to admire the incredible lineup\, you'll experience an unforgettable day surrounded by classic cars\, modern muscle\, hot rods\, trucks\, motorcycles\, military history\, and patriotic pride. \n\n\n\n🚗 Car Show Features\n✅ All Makes & Models Welcome\n✅ Classic Cars & Modern Muscle\n✅ Trucks & Jeeps\n✅ Motorcycles\n✅ Specialty & Custom Builds\n✅ Military Vehicles Welcome \nPre-Register Your Car Here\n\n\n\n🎉 Enjoy a Full Day of Family Fun\n🎵 Live Music & Entertainment \n🍔 Food Trucks & Refreshments \n🎟️ Door Prizes & Raffles \n🏆 Awards for Outstanding Vehicles \n⚓ Public Tours of the Historic USS ORLECK \n🛍️ Vendors & Exhibits \n\n\n\n🇺🇸 Remembering Pearl Harbor\nThis special event is more than a car show. It is an opportunity to pause and remember the brave Americans whose lives were forever changed on December 7\, 1941. Together we honor their sacrifice\, preserve their legacy\, and ensure future generations never forget the courage that shaped our nation's history. \n\n\n\n🚘 Vehicle Registration\nPre-Register Your Car Here\nPre-registration is encouraged and includes special participant benefits. \nShow vehicle participants will enjoy: \n\nPrime display parking\nUSS ORLECK tour voucher\nEvent swag bag (while supplies last)\nComplimentary raffle ticket\nEligibility for all judged awards\n\n\n\n\n📅 Event Schedule\n8:00 AM – 9:30 AM\nVehicle Check-In & Staging \n10:00 AM\nOpening Ceremony \n10:00 AM – 2:00 PM\nCar Show • Ship Tours • Vendors • Music • Food \n2:00 PM\nAwards Presentation \n\n\n\nWe invite veterans\, active-duty military\, first responders\, families\, car clubs\, and the entire Jacksonville community to join us for this memorable day aboard one of America's most decorated destroyers.\nMark your calendar\, invite your friends\, and help us make the 3rd Annual USS ORLECK Pearl Harbor Remembrance Car Show our biggest and best yet. We look forward to seeing you aboard! ⚓🇺🇸
URL:https://fhnsa.org/event/3rd-annual-uss-orleck-pearl-harbor-remembrance-car-show/
LOCATION:USS Orleck\, USS Orleck Naval Museum 610 E Bay St\, Jacksonville\, FL\, 32202\, United States
CATEGORIES:USS Orleck Events
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