Wednesdays

Art Association: The Pablo Towers Art Association meets from 12:30-3 p.m. Call 246-4158 for information.

Atlantic Beach Women’s Connection: Atlantic Beach Women’s Connection meets the first Wednesday of each month at Selva Marina Country Club. All are welcome. For information, go to atlanticbeachwc@yahoo.com.

Beaches Cancer Support Group: The Beaches Cancer Support Group meets from 6-7:30 p.m. at the Florida Cancer Center, 1375 Roberts Road, Medical Office Building B, Suite 100, Jacksonville Beach. Call 627-1592 for information.

Grief Support Group for Women: A Grief Support Group for Women meets from 6-7:30 p.m. the second and fourth Wednesdays of every month at Beaches Women’s Partnership, 1122 Third St., Suite 5, Neptune Beach. Women grieving the death of a loved one are welcome to attend. Sharon L. Griffith, a licensed mental health counselor, facilitates the group. For information, call the partnership at 249-1450.

Meditation and Teaching: Meditation and Teaching with Buddhist teacher Cindy Corey is offered from 7-8:30 p.m. at the Drolma Buddhist Center, 241 Atlantic Blvd., Neptune Beach. Everyone is welcome. A $9 donation is requested, $5 from students. For information, call 904-746-4185.

Music Appreciation: The Jewish Community Alliance brings music to life the second Wednesday of each month. Music appreciation will be held from 7:30 to 9 p.m. The annual fee is $10 for members and $15 for non-members. JCA is located at 8505 San Jose Blvd. For information, call 904-730-2100, ext. 221.

Overeaters Anonymous: Overeaters Anonymous meets at 7 p.m. every Wednesday at Baptist Beaches East Pavilion. Enter left of Main Entrance. For information, call 704-4782.

Ponte Vedra Beach Toastmasters: Ponte Vedra Beach Toastmasters meet from 7:45-8:45 a.m. at The Players Community Senior Center, 175 Landrum Lane. For information, call 874-1096 or visit http://pontvedrabeach.freetoasthost.net.

Ponte Vedra Democratic Club: The Ponte Vedra Democratic Club meets at 6:30 p.m. the first Wednesday of each month at the Ponte Vedra Beach Branch Library. For information, call Barb Paterick at 273-5310.

Sexual Abuse Support Group: A Sexual Abuse Support Group for Women, under the aegis of Beaches Women’s Partnership, meets from 6-7:30 p.m. the first and third Wednesdays of the month at the partnership office, 1122 Third St., Suite 5, Neptune Beach. Sharon L. Griffith, a licensed mental health counselor, facilitates the group. For information, call 249-1450.

SIG: The NFMUG Beaches Mac Special Interest Group (SIG) Coffee Club, "Mac Rap,” meets from 10:30-11:30 a.m. at Panera’s, 2104 3rd St. S., Jacksonville Beach, the fourth Wednesday of each month.

Yoga for Health: Yoga for Health & Healing is offered from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at the Neptune Beach Senior Activity Center. The class is designed for those reluctant to attend a regular class but who want to learn the fundamentals of yoga. For information, contact Leslie Lyne at the Senior Activity Center, 270-1688, or call the teacher, Nancy Rathburn, at 386-6453.

Thursdays

C.H.A.I.N.: The Beaches Resource Center (BRC) offers C.H.A.I.N. (Children Helping Another in Need) this summer, a grief support group for youngsters 5-9 who have experienced the loss of a loved one and may need help coping with that loss. Two BRC therapists will facilitate the group, which will meet weekly on Thursday mornings for six weeks through Aug. 7. There is no charge to attend, and group size is limited to no more than 10 children. For information, contact Audrey or Kollen at the Beaches Resource Center, 270-8200.

Kiwanis Beaches: Kiwanis Club of Jacksonville Beaches meets at noon at Selva Marina Country Club, 1600 Selva Marina Dr., Atlantic Beach. Visit http://www.beacheskiwanis.com for information.

Overeaters Anonymous: Overeaters Anonymous meets at 7 p.m. every Thursday at Coastal Baptist Church (rear), 750 Girvin Road. For information, call 220-2939.

The National Stuttering Association-Jacksonville chapter is a support group. Monthly meetings are peer-facilitated and designed to provide self-help, support and education for those who stutter, as well as for those interested in stuttering. Meetings are held at 6 p.m. the first Thursday of each month at Southeast Regional Public Library, 10599 Deerwood Park Blvd., Jacksonville. Contact Rachel Whorton at 904-335-3403, ext. 128, rachelwhorton@bellsouth.net, or Bob Wellington at 247-6892 or beachaccounting1@bellsouth.net.

Republican Club of Beaches: The Republican Club of the Beaches meets the second Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. For information about the club or to join, call Ed Raube at 246-7979.

Fridays

Brown Bag Lectures: Brown Bag Lectures take place from noon-1 p.m. the first Friday of each month at the GTM Reserve Environmental Education Center, 505 Guana River Road. Attendees should bring lunches and questions. The lectures are free and open to the public.  For information, call 904-823-4500.

Exchange Club: The Exchange Club of the Jacksonville Beaches meets from 7:30-8:30 a.m. at Selva Marina Country Club, 1600 Selva Marina Drive, Atlantic Beach. For information about speakers and programs, the club website is http://www.jaxbeachexchangeclub.com. The club’s e-mail address is info@jaxbeachexchangeclub.com. For information about the club or to join, contact Jack Morison at 904-318-7162 or at jmorison@jaxbeachexchangeclub.com.

Fletcher Alums: A Fletcher alumni group meets at 11:45 a.m. the second Friday of every month at Gene’s Seafood restaurant on Penman Road in Jacksonville Beach.

MS Support: A multiple sclerosis support group meets from 1:30-3:30 p.m. the first Friday of each month at the  Beaches Public Library, 600 Third Street, Neptune Beach. Friends and family are welcome. For information, call Diana Lain at 246-8841. 

Ocean Waves Quilters: The Ocean Waves Quilters meet at 10 a.m. the second Friday of the month at Ponte Vedra Presbyterian Church. The groups makes quilts for Hospice. For information, call Marylou Seeger at 273-2796.

Recovery, Inc.: Recovery, Inc., a mental health support group, meets at 6:30 p.m. at St. Paul’s Catholic Church’s Family Life Center, 578 1st Ave. N., Jacksonville Beach. Call 247-3299 for information.

River City Singles Club: The River City Singles Club, Inc., a chapter of the Singles Association of Florida (SAF), holds a dance from 8-11 p.m. at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 1501 Hendricks Ave., Jacksonville. Admission is $8, $7 for members. Live music, snacks and refreshments are provided. For information, call 779-1234.

Yoga at Cobalt Moon: "Building Your Practice" is offered at Cobalt Moon for those interested in deepening their yoga practice with new postures, breath and body awareness. The class is held from 9-10 a.m. For information, call program director Kristen DiCarlo at 525-5867 or visit the Cobalt Moon Gift Shop.

Saturdays

Adopt-A-Rescued-Kitty: Kittens and cats that have been veterinarian-checked and tested, and that have shots and have been neutered, are available for adoption from noon-6 p.m. at PetCo at Atlantic and Kernan boulevards.

American Ballroom: The American Ballroom and Contemporary Dance Association meets at 8 p.m. the second Saturday of the month at Bolero’s, 10131 Atlantic Blvd. Guest admission is $12. For information or reservations, call 246-2858.

Contra Dance: “Contra Dance" at Cobalt Moon Water Studio is offered from 8-11 p.m. the first Saturday of each month. It’s for regulars and “newbies.” The caller, Charlie Dyer, introduces and breaks down each dance before starting so no experience is necessary. Live music is provided by Full Circle, and refreshments are available. Call Kristen at 525-5867 for information.

First Coast Romance Writers: First Coast Romance Writers meets from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. the second Saturday of each month. Meetings are free and open to the public. Visit http://www.firstcoastromancewriters.com/workshops.htm for details on upcoming workshops.

Heartland Hospice Services: Heartland Hospice Services conducts volunteer training sessions the second Saturday of every month at its main office, 8130 Baymeadows Way West. There is no cost for training. Volunteer applications are available through Heartland Hospice Services, 904-737-2553. Pre-registration for training is required.

Overeaters Anonymous: Overeaters Anonymous meets at 9:30 a.m. every Saturday at Christ Episcopal Church, Ponte Vedra Beach. For information, call 632-9301.

Ponte Vedra Writers: Florida Writers Association’s Ponte Vedra Writers Group meets at 10 a.m. the fourth Saturday of each month at the Ponte Vedra Beach Branch Library. FWA is a statewide, non-profit organization with more than 750 members dedicated to the support of aspiring and published writers. Meetings are open to members and non-members. For information, call FWA regional director Vic DiGenti at 904-285-2258.

Prenatal Yoga Classes: Prenatal Yoga Classes are held at 9 a.m. Saturdays at Tranquil Waters in Neptune Beach and 5 p.m. Sundays at Ocean Yoga in Atlantic Beach. For information, call Certified Prenatal Yoga Instructor Dana Peacher at 372-0116 or visit http://www.dancingposeyoga.com.

Radiant Wellness Center: Happy Healthy Back and Neck Yoga is held from 9-10:15 a.m. at Let’s Dance in Ponte Vedra Beach. This class is helpful to anyone currently having or who previously experienced neck or back issues. Students learn safe ways to stretch and strengthen their backs through yoga. The class includes breathing exercises, warmups, yoga postures and guided imagery/mediation. For information, contact Joan Ryan at 280-4628 or yogajoan@comcast.net.

SIG: The NFMUG Beaches Macintosh Special Interest Group (SIG) meets at 10:30 a.m. the second Saturday of each month at the Beaches Branch Library, 600 Third St. N., Neptune Beach. All meetings are open to the public.

Yoga for Athletic Enhancement: "Yoga for Athletic Enhancement" is held from 8:30-9:30 a.m. at Cobalt Moon Center, Neptune Beach. The class, taught by Michael and dedicated to those pursuing athletic goals, will help improve quality of life. For information, call program director Kristen DiCarlo at 525-5867 or visit the Cobalt Moon gift shop.

Sundays

Depression Support: Depression Bipolar Support Alliance-Jacksonville Beaches meets at 5:30 p.m. at Beaches Medical Center, 1350 13th Ave. S. Visit http://www.dbsajax.org for information.

Free Yoga and Tai Chi: Free Yoga, from 10-11:15 a.m., and Tai Chi, from 11:30 a.m.-noon, will be held with Cobalt Moon instructors. The sessions are open to all levels in Cobalt Moon Center’s Water Studio. Call Kristen at 525-5867 for information.

Guided Meditation & Dharma Talk: Guided Meditation & Dharma Talk with Buddhist teacher Carol Lutker is offered from 10-11:30 a.m. at the Drolma Buddhist Center, 241 Atlantic Blvd., Neptune Beach. Everyone is welcome. Requested donations are $9, $5 for students. For information, call 904-742-7742.

Twin Heart Meditation Group: This group meets from 4-5 p.m. at Peaceful Journey in North Shore Plaza, Atlantic Beach. Global meditation from Pranic Healing focuses on creating planetary healing and world peace, which begins within. Love offerings are accepted. Call Diane at 382-5823 for information.

Mondays

Beaches Business Association: The Beaches Business Association [BBA] meets at noon at the Jacksonville Beach Golf Club, 605 Penman Road S. Annual dues are $35, and each buffet lunch costs $7. For information, visit http://www.jaxbba.com.

Career Cabal: Jane Wytzka, a career and executive coach, hosts a job seekers group, Career Cabal, from 7:30-8:30 a.m. every Monday at Shelby's Coffee Shop, 200 First St. N., Neptune Beach. The cost to attend is $10. For information, visit http://www.janewytzka.com.   

Kripalu Yoga: "Yoga: A Focus on the Body," a basic/intermediate class that focuses on a specific area of the body each week, meets from 9-10 a.m. at Cobalt Moon. For information, call program director Kristen DiCarlo at 525-5867 or visit the Cobalt Moon Gift Shop.

Master Mind Group: The Beaches Master Mind Group meets from 7-8:15 p.m. at Tranquil Waters, a massage and healing arts center at 120 Lemon St., Neptune Beach, in the Beaches Town Center shopping area. The suggested offering is $10. For information, call 242-0804.

Moms In Touch International: Moms In Touch International meets from 9:30-10:30 a.m. at the Winston Family YMCA, Landrum Lane, Ponte Vedra Beach. Prayers will be offered for schools, students and staff. Moms In Touch takes the place of Community Prayer Thursdays at the YMCA. For information, call 285-0267.

Monday Night Alive: Single adults 40 and older are invited to invited to join Monday Night Alive, which begins at 7 p.m. every Monday at Beach United Methodist Church, 325 7th Ave. N., Room 203, Jacksonville Beach. Contact Roseanne Bondanza Tyler at annetyler2002@yahoo.com for information.

NAIC: The NAIC Investment Club meets at 7 p.m. the fourth Monday of each month at the Beaches Branch Library. Visitors are welcome. Call Dick at 476-4260 for information.

Overeaters Anonymous: Overeaters Anonymous meets at 5:15 p.m. every Monday at Beaches Baptist Wilson/Epstein Diagnostic and Rehab Center (Large Conference Room). For information, call 249-9759.

Tuesdays

AT&T Free Tuesdays at Cummer: Admission to the Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens, 829 Riverside Ave., is free every Tuesday from 4-9 p.m. The evening is sponsored by AT&T. For information, call 356-6857.

Dance Trance Break Down Classes: A review class, held at 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, is open to all levels and consists of various Dance Trance routines that are broken down before performing on the beat in a regular class. A per-class option is available. The Dance Trance Studio is at 214 Orange St. Call 246-4600 or, for the full schedule, go to http://www.dancetrancefitness.com.

Decorative Artist: The Decorative Artist of Jacksonville, a local chapter of the international Society of Decorative Painters, meets the second Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. at Riverside Avenue Christian Church, 2841 Riverside Ave. Visitors are welcome. For information, visit http://www.decorativeartisitofjacksonville.org or call 262-0462.

Film Society of St. Augustine: The Film Society of St. Augustine shows international and art films the first and third Tuesdays of each month at the main gallery of the St. Augustine Art Association, 22 Marine St. Movies begin at 7 p.m.  For information, call 904-823-9969 or email info@augfilm.com.

Foundation Academy: The Foundation Academy, 107 3rd St. S., Jacksonville Beach, has an open house from 9-11:30 a.m. Call 241-3515 for information.

Harmony Show Chorus: The Jacksonville Harmony Show Chorus meets from 7-10 p.m. at the San Jose Church of Church of Christ, 6233 San Jose Blvd., Jacksonville. Visitors and prospective members are welcome. Call 350-1609 for information.

Man to Man: Man to Man, a prostate cancer support group, meets every other month at 6 p.m. on first Tuesday dates, July 1, Sept. 2 and Nov. 4, at Baptist Medical Center Beaches, Conference Room B. Medical oncologist Dr. Morris Dees is the facilitator. For information, call 249-0022. Man to Man, sponsored by the American Cancer Society, is a program for people dealing with or interested in learning about prostate cancer while providing a forum for prostate cancer survivors to offer support to those newly diagnosed.

Merchants Association: The Beaches Town Center Merchants Association meets the second Tuesday of each month at 8:30 a.m. Beaches Town Center is the heart of Neptune Beach and Atlantic Beach. The BTCMA membership is comprised of business owners and managers of the area and is involved in and sponsors many of the community’s events. For more information about the association, call Kendra Robertson at 241-1026.

Oceanside Rotary: Oceanside Rotary Club of Jacksonville Beach meets for breakfast at 7:30 a.m. at Selva Marina Country Club, Atlantic Beach.

Radiant Wellness Center: Integrative Yoga is offered from 8:30-9:45 a.m. and 6:30-7:45 p.m. The class is appropriate for physically active beginners and experienced yoga students. It includes breathing exercises, warm-ups, yoga postures, mudras and guided imagery/mediation. For the morning class, held at Let’s Dance in Ponte Vedra Beach, contact Joan Ryan at 280-4628 or yogajoan@comcast.net. For the evening class’s location, contact Jim Ryan at 280-4130 or yogajim@comcast.net.

Rollaways: Rollaways Square Dance Club presents modern western square dancing and offers lessons at Sandalwood High School. The dance caller is Ken Miller. For more information, call 249-3224.

Senior Workshop: Edward Jones, 13171 Atlantic Blvd., Suite 300, Jacksonville, offers a free senior workshop at 10 a.m. on a variety of topics, including retirement income planning, wealth transfers, IRAs, annuities and life insurance. Reservations are required. Call 221-8501.

Toning Health: Toning Health is offered from 7-8 p.m. the second Monday of each month at Tranquil Waters, 120 Lemon St., Neptune Beach. Barbara Keefe leads an evening of creating sound for personal and planetary healing. Call 242-0804 or 242-6982 for information. A $10 contribution is suggested.

Tuesday Dabblers: Free open studio is held from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. each week at Bethel Gallery, Ponte Vedra Presbyterian Church, 4510 Palm Valley Road. Attendees are encouraged to bring current art projects and enjoy social time. Easels, tables and coffee are provided. For information, call Joan at 285-7241.