WHO/WHAT:
Ferry Fest — A Ferry Big Party
Ferry Fest is a way for residents and their families to
enjoy a day-long, fun-filled celebration and at the same time raise awareness
of the historic St. Johns River Ferry and its vital role to the community.
Ferry Fest offers something for everyone including food trucks, musical
entertainers, margaritas and beer/wine, a special kids’ area, and
ghost-storyteller Larry King! In addition, attendees can sign petitions
supporting the ferry.
WHEN:
Saturday, August 25, 2012
1 PM to 9 PM
WHERE:
Mayport Village, Florida
BACKGROUND:
The St. Johns River Ferry service is a vital part of
Northeast Florida's local transportation system, connecting State Road A1A
between Heckscher Drive and Mayport Village. Discontinuing this service will
have profound impacts on the First Coast's economic, transportation, and
environmental interests. Funding from JaxPort, the Jacksonville City Council
and the cities of Atlantic Beach and Jacksonville Beach will allow the newly
created St. Johns River Ferry Commission to take over ferry operations from
JaxPort on October 1, 2012. Your support of Ferry Fest will help Friends of the
St. Johns River Ferry Association (sponsors of the Keep the Ferry initiative)
in its efforts to seek funding for the ferry’s long-term success.
For more information on Ferry Fest vendors, events, and
parking visit: www.keeptheferry.org or e-mail info@keeptheferry.org.
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