Historic Eastside Root & Rebuild: Uplifting the Dream
Root & Rebuild has concluded for 2021. Through a series of community events, conversations and volunteer opportunities, we hope you will join us virtually or safely in-person “Out East” to help a Jacksonville historic neighborhood celebrate its roots and make important steps in rebuilding Northeast Florida’s legacy.
Eastside community leaders and United Way of Northeast Florida are proud to present the second-annual Root & Rebuild, an annual event series on Jacksonville’s Historic Eastside that advocates for race equity and inspires action grounded in the dream of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
About the Eastside
Located near Downtown, the historic Eastside was once a thriving Black community. Economic activity slowed “OutEast” after unrest during the Civil Rights movement. This unrest included the destruction of shops on A. Philip Randolph Boulevard in a racially charged riot in 1969. But now, efforts to revitalize and rebuild the neighborhood into a more vibrant, prosperous community are underway.
Calendar of Events
JANUARY & FEBRUARY: Long-term Financial Vitality
Advancing the Dream Community Conversation
Thursday Jan. 14
5:30 p.m.
Virtual Event
Community change starts with honest conversations.
Pathways to a People — Gullah Geechee Heritage in Florida & Beyond
Wednesday Jan. 13
Noon – 1 p.m.
Virtual Event on Zoom
Part of The Justice Sessions presented by the University of North Florida
Jacksonville Gullah Geechee Nation CDC Bike Donation to the Matthew Gilbert Bike Club
Saturday, Jan. 16
11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
The Eastside Brotherhood
915 A Philip Randolph Blvd.
Jacksonville, FL 32206
40th Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Parade
Monday, Jan. 18
10 a.m.
Downtown Jacksonville
Eastside Introduction to Real Estate Investing series featuring JWB Founder & President Alex Sifakis
Tuesday Jan. 26
6 p.m.
In-Person and Zoom In The Word International Ministries
925 Spearing Street
Gullah Geechee Communities of Florida
Wednesday Jan. 27
Noon – 1 p.m.
Virtual Event on Zoom
Part of The Justice Sessions presented by the University of North Florida
Self-Care for Social Justice
Wednesday Feb. 10
Noon – 1 p.m.
Virtual Event on Zoom
Part of The Justice Sessions presented by the University of North Florida
How to Research Local Black History
Wednesday Feb. 24
3 – 4 p.m.
Virtual Event on Zoom
Part of The Justice Sessions presented by the University of North Florida
Melanin Market
Saturday, Feb. 27
11 a.m.
822 A. Philip Randolph Blvd
Jacksonville, Florida 32206
Blacknificent Culinary Arts Festival
Sunday, Feb. 28
noon - 7 p.m.
A. Philip Randolph Blvd
Jacksonville, Florida 32206
MARCH & APRIL: Cradle to Career Education
College Kits Volunteer Projects
Ongoing
El grito de Yanga/Yanga’s Freedom Cry
Wednesday March 10
Noon – 1 p.m.
Virtual Event on Zoom
Part of The Justice Sessions presented by the University of North Florida
Black Memorials with Felicia Bevel
Wednesday March 24
Noon – 1 p.m.
Virtual Event on Zoom
Part of The Justice Sessions presented by the University of North Florida
Community Learning Exchange With Chris Janson and Rudy F. Jamison Jr.
Wednesday April 7
Noon – 1 p.m.
Part of The Justice Sessions presented by the University of North Florida
MAY & JUNE: Community Wellness
Day of Action
June 17th
Annual day of service to help clean porches and front yards of Eastside seniors
Melanin Market Juneteenth Celebration
Saturday, June 19
3 p.m.
822 A. Philip Randolph Blvd
Jacksonville, Florida 32206
Back-to-School Collection Drive
June - July 16
JULY & AUGUST: Mixed-Income and High-Quality Housing
Back-to-School Collection Drive
Ongoing through July 16
Collection Drive Distribution Volunteer Project
July 22
Root & Rebuild has concluded for 2021.
Questions or ideas for 2022? Contact Tondra Hill.
