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No Plans? No Problem! 10 Things To Do Aug. 23-25 On The First Coast

1) Saturday, August 24 — The art, food, and music of India and Africa come together at Underbelly for the release of Ivory Lounge, produced by Cyrus Quaranta. Featured artists include Nan Nkama African Drum & Dance Ensemble, Rhythm Bazaar and a 30-man drum circle conducted by African-style percussionist Adrian Rhodes. The show is free, and it starts at 7 p.m. More info at IvoryLoungeMusic.com

2) Friday, August 23 — Jacksonville’s own Hope Chapel Ministries’ Mass Choir, gospel violinist Eric Taylor, and Maurette Brown Clark headline Gospel at The Ritz, Friday night at 8 p.m. More info at RitzJacksonville.com.

3) Friday, August 23 — Top local bands will perform at River City Brewing Company to support House of Angels Computers for Kids program. The music is free, 5-9 p.m. More info online.

4) Friday, August 23 — More free music; Kracker Jaxx will perform on the Riverfront Courtyard Stage at The Jacksonville Landing. Music starts at 8 p.m.

5) Friday, August 23 — Eat Up Downtown continues as downtown eateries offer three-course meals for $15, $25, or $35. More info at EatUpDowntown.com.

6) Saturday, August 24 — The Riverside Arts Market presents the first ever RAMi-Con, a celebration all things fantasy/scifi/gaming. Costume contest on the River Stage at 2 p.m. More info at RiversideArtsMarket.com.

7) Sunday, August 24 — The Jacksonville Public Library will screen "Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire" for free at the main branch on N. Laura Street as part of their Movie Madness! series. Film rolls at 2 p.m.

8) Saturday, August 24 — Arrrrgh you ready to party? Saturday night is the Fourth Annual Pirate Party at the venues of The Elbow. Drink specials and free or reduced admission to live music for those in pirate garb. More info at TheElbowJax.com.

9) Saturday, August 24 — The Jacksonville Jaguars take on the Philadelphia Eagles at their final pre-season game at home before week 1 of the regular season. Kickoff is 7:30 p.m. at Everbank Field. Info at Jaguars.com.

10) Saturday, August 24 - Sunday, August 25 — Cliffhangers Gun Shows presents the North Florida Arms Collectors Gun, Knife & Militaria Show at Prime F. Osborn III Convention Center. The show is open Sat. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. More info at CliffhangersGunshows.com.

Patrick Donges served as WJCT's Digital Content Editor from August 2013 - August 2014.