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Good Thursday Morning!! Oh my GOSH there are some fabulous events happening this weekend!

The Olympics can be so much fun to watch, whether you’re tuning in solo, with your significant other or as a whole family.

Thursday April 1 is International Fun at Work Day.

Jacksonville’s Historic Springfield neighborhood held a “porch decorating contest” to distract families from the anxiety and stress from quarantining at home. The new strand of coronavirus has left many people anxious, so some residents came together to bring this idea to life! Kat Ott, a Springfield resident that helped make the contest come together, told News4Jax that 40 porches participated. “My friend, Leah Rose, and I asked neighbors to decorate their porches with what they had on hand, any theme they wanted!” Ott said. "We had about 40 porches participate and they will decorations up for a while I imagine.

Hachi Ii, Akita and German shepherd mixHachi Ii is a sweet male Akita and German shepherd mix currently housed at the Akita Rescue Society of Florida. Foxtrot, mixed breedFoxtrot is a charming male mixed breed currently housed at the Jacksonville Humane Society. Frita, mixed breedFrita is a female mixed breed in the care of the Jacksonville Humane Society. Ollie, mixed breedOllie is a darling male mixed breed being kept at the Jacksonville Humane Society. Here's what Ollie's friends at the Jacksonville Humane Society think of him:Treats and belly rubs are Ollie's love language.

From a Valentine's parents' night out to a musical paint party, here's a rundown of options to help you get social around town. When: Saturday, Feb. 15, 7 p.m.-Sunday, Feb. 16, 2 a.m.Where: BOTTOMZ UP, 3909 Blanding Blvd. When: Saturday, Feb. 15, 7-11 p.m.Where: Casual Corner, 1578 Evergreen Ave. When: Saturday, Feb. 15, 8-11 p.m.Where: Oxford Ink Tattoo, 12027 Beach Blvd. When: Saturday, Feb. 15, 9 p.m.-Sunday, Feb. 16, 2 a.m.Where: Shanty Town Pubz, 22 W. Sixth St.

Freckles, American bulldog and American Staffordshire terrier mixFreckles is a darling male American bulldog and American Staffordshire terrier puppy being cared for at Pet Rescue North Inc.Freckles is vaccinated. Desi, American Staffordshire terrier and American Bully mixDesi is a male American Staffordshire terrier and American Bully puppy in the care of Pet Rescue North Inc.Desi has had all of his shots. Trump, American Staffordshire terrier and American bulldog mixTrump is a male American Staffordshire terrier and American bulldog puppy currently housed at Pet Rescue North Inc.Trump's vaccinations are up to date. Deja, Labrador retrieverDeja is a winsome female Labrador retriever puppy in the care of Pet Rescue North Inc. Nate, husky and Labrador retriever mixNate is a charming male husky and Labrador retriever puppy in the care of Pet Rescue North Inc.Nate is vaccinated.

Misty Pa, mixed breedMisty Pa is a female mixed breed staying at the Jacksonville Humane Society. Bruce, mixed breedBruce is a sweet male mixed breed being cared for at the Jacksonville Humane Society. Missy, mixed breedMissy is a female mixed breed staying at the Jacksonville Humane Society. Lamb, mixed breedLamb is a male mixed breed staying at the Jacksonville Humane Society. Spaghetti, mixed breedSpaghetti is an adorable female mixed breed currently residing at the Jacksonville Humane Society.

When it comes to food and drink, there's plenty to do in Jacksonville this week. From pie-making to gluten-free vegetarian dishes, here's how to add some flavor to your social calendar. Up to 52% Off Pie-Making at Natasha's SweetsFrom the Natasha's Sweets deal description:Learn how to make sweet potato pie from a life-long baker. Where: 5111 Baymeadows Road, BrierwoodPrice: $45-$165Click here for more details, and to score this dealUp to 50% Off Chocoholic Tour and Tasting at Sweet Pete'sFrom the Sweet Pete's deal description:Chocolate fans, unite on this tour! Includes a recipe card for Sweet Pete's signature home-made fudge sauce.

From a kick-off celebration for Walk MSto an art exhibition, there's plenty to enjoy in Jacksonville this week. Walk MS Team Captain Kick-off From the event description: We are so excited for Walk MS 2020, and we hope you are too. Come and join other team captains as we kick off Walk MS with networking, idea sharing and downright fun! Learn more about his journey as an artist, and take a private tour of his exhibition, The Fragility of the Promise. When: Friday, Jan. 17, 11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.Where: Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville, 333 N. Laura St.

Saki, AkitaSaki is a male Akita being cared for at the Akita Rescue Society of Florida. Here's what Saki's friends at the Akita Rescue Society of Florida think of him:Saki is a young senior Akita. Sophie, AkitaSophie is a darling female Akita currently residing at the Akita Rescue Society of Florida. Nick, pit bull terrierNick is a male pit bull terrier currently housed at Pet Rescue North Inc. Major, AkitaMajor is a darling male Akita dog being cared for at the Akita Rescue Society of Florida.

If you're a fan of the arts, mark your calendars: There's plenty to do when it comes to artsy events in Jacksonville this week, from a Pulitzer Prize-nominated story to painting classes. Links included in this article may earn Hoodline a commission on clicks and transactions. It chronicles a lifelong friendship between Andy and Melissa that begins with birthday thank-you notes and summer camp postcards. Take advantage of this deal, which includes paint, easel and other supplies. Where: 10300 Southside Blvd., AvenuesPrice: $25 (16 percent discount off regular price) - Class for OneClick here for more details, and to get this dealThis story was created automatically using local event data, then reviewed by an editor.

From private sailing lessons to kayak rentals, there's plenty to do when it comes to travel and outdoor activities coming up in Jacksonville this week. Hoodline offers data-driven analysis of local happenings and trends across cities. Links included in this article may earn Hoodline a commission on clicks and transactions. 71% Off Private Sailing Lesson for TwoFrom the Sailboat Club deal description:During a two-hour lesson, accredited instructors teach hands-on sailing techniques in waters frequented by manatees and ospreys. Where: All Wet Sports, 8550 Beach Blvd.

Animal shelters and pet rescue groups work hard to care for unhoused pets and connect them to loving homes. Tessa, mixed breedTessa is a charming female mixed breed dog being kept at Pit Sisters, Inc.Tessa is a true family dog, and children will love her. Luke, chihuahuaLuke is a male chihuahua dog being kept at Pet Rescue North Inc. Sami, AkitaSami is a charming female Akita dog currently housed at the Akita Rescue Society of Florida. Ellie, AkitaEllie is a female Akita dog in the care of the Akita Rescue Society of Florida.