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Living in Jacksonville => Events => Topic started by: Metro Jacksonville on June 25, 2012, 03:32:29 AM

Title: Go Skate Day in Hemming Plaza
Post by: Metro Jacksonville on June 25, 2012, 03:32:29 AM
Go Skate Day in Hemming Plaza

(http://photos.metrojacksonville.com/photos/1919855092_8Gg77V2-M.jpg)

It doesn't take much to add life and vibrancy to downtown's Hemming Plaza.  The programming of a variety of events on a regular basis can instantly change the public space's image.  Kona's Go Skate Day illustrates this phenomenon.  Today, Metro Jacksonville shares sights and scenes from last week's Go Skate Day in Hemming Plaza.

Full Article
http://www.metrojacksonville.com/article/2012-jun-go-skate-day-in-hemming-plaza
Title: Re: Go Skate Day in Hemming Plaza
Post by: simonsays on June 25, 2012, 09:37:21 AM
The piece in the paper about Tony Allegretti skateboarding across from the Chamber was pure genius:

http://jacksonville.com/news/metro/2012-06-22/story/chamber-puts-face-its-goal-bring-excitement-downtown-jacksonville

Pictures are in equal parts  impressive and mildly hilarious (his tie!)
Title: Re: Go Skate Day in Hemming Plaza
Post by: Tacachale on June 25, 2012, 11:17:01 AM
Another great downtown event. Is the city listening?
Title: Re: Go Skate Day in Hemming Plaza
Post by: Timkin on June 25, 2012, 03:36:30 PM
If the City is not listening , GET ON THE MEGAPHONE.

Pictures speak 1000 words and this photo-essay says it all.

Tremendous job, Metro Jacksonville!!!!