Events
Chadd would love to meet you at one of his upcoming events:
Art Exhibition Opening
Thursday, October 1, 8:00 PM
Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville, 333 N. Laura St.
MOCA Jax welcomes the opening of an exhibition dedicated to Native American artist Cara Romero
Nassau County Board of County Commisisoners Monthly Meeting
Monday, September 28, 5:00 PM
Board of County Commission Chambers, 96135 Nassau Place, Yulee, FL
Join community members speaking in support of library funding.
A Most Unusual Political Conversation and Jaguars Season Preview
Wednesday, September 16, 7:00-8:00 PM
Zoom meeting: https://zoom.us/j/3750985423?pwd=NFY4Um4zRE12TDdHcWNEUjc5cWZlZz09
All are welcome to attend a free virtual conversation between Chadd Charland and Jaguars reporter Anthony “T-Wigg” Wiggins.
Callahan Library Open House
Tuesday, September 15, 6:30-7:30 PM
Callahan Public Library, 450077 State Road 200, Ste 15, Callahan, FL 32011
Callahan’s branch of the Nassau County Public Library system hosts an open house.
Callahan Market
Saturday, September 12, 9 AM-1 PM
450037 State Road 200, Callahan, FL
Monthly Callahan Community Market
Virtual Q&A: Importance of State Government
Wednesday, September 9, 8:00-9:00 PM
Zoom: https://zoom.us/j/3750985423?pwd=NFY4Um4zRE12TDdHcWNEUjc5cWZlZz09
Chadd Charland is joined by Florida’s No. 1 government watchdog reporter, Jason Garcia, for a conversation about Hope Florida, Amendment 3, and the importance of state government. All are welcome to the free Zoom event. Meeting room address above.
Citizens Planning Advisory Committee North
Wednesday, September 9, 5:30 PM
Oceanway Community Center, 12215 Sago Ave. W., Jacksonville, FL, 32218
Community members are invited to voice their concerns and learn about local projects.
Cleanup at Eartha's Farm and Market
Saturday, September 5, 10:00 until noon
4850 Moncrief Rd., Jacksonville, FL, 32209
Join community members in picking up trash and sprucing up the community gardens at Eartha’s Farm and Market.
Flock Camera Community Meeting
Friday, August 28, 10:30 AM
Jacksonville City Hall, 117 W. Duval St.
Join community members from across Jacksonville in speaking out against Flock mass surveillance cameras.
Civil Rights Marker Unveilling
Thursday, August 27, 11:00 AM
James Weldon Johnson Park, Jacksonville, FL
The newest marker on the Jacksonville Civil Rights Trail remembering Axe Handle Saturday is being installed at James Weldon Johnson Park in front of City Hall.
Unified Nassau Monthly Meeting
Wednesday, August 26, 5:00-7:00 PM
Story & Song Bookstore, 1430 Park Avenue, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
Unified Nassau hosts its monthly meeting where Chadd will be speaking, distributing yard signs, and signing up volunteers.
Campaign Kickoff
Tuesday, August 25, 5:30-8:00 PM
The Inkwell Art Bar, 1925 S 14th St, Ste 4, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
All are welcome for free food, live music, comradery and a chance to meet Chadd Charland as he kicks off his non-party affiliated campaign for Florida State House District 15! Drop in, say ‘hi,’ pick up a yard sign, and meet Chadd.
Nassau County Economic Development Board Luncheon
Thursday, August 13, 10:30 AM
Florida State College at Jacksonville – Nassau Center
Annual Economic Update Luncheon, a gathering of business leaders, community partners, and regional stakeholders featuring insights from key partners shaping our workforce and economic landscape.
Hilliard Town Council Meeting
Thursday, August 6, 7:00 PM
15859 West County Road 108, Hilliard, FL 32046
The Town of Hilliard will be considering a data center moratorium.
Duval Future Green Fair 2026
Saturday, August 1 (all day event)
966 N Liberty St, Jacksonville, FL 32206
Full day event featuring education, inspiration, and networking in an effort to build healthy, sustainable, resilient communities through faith, innovation, education, and environmental stewardship.
Good Trouble Lives on Weekend of Action
Sunday, July 19; 7:45 PM - 9:00 PM
Memorial Park, 1620 Riverside Ave.
Candlelight vigil honoring Florida’s civil rights heroes who gave their lives for a better, more equitable future.
Good Trouble Lives on Weekend of Action
Friday, July 17; 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
IBEW Hall, 966 N. Liberty St., Jacksonville, FL
An inspirational evening of food, song, and spirited speakers in remembrance of John Lewis. Mutual aid and food drive.
DUUUVAL WALLS-2026 Mural Jam
Sunday, July 12; 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Union Terminal Warehouse; 700 E. Union St., Jacksonville, FL, 32206
Free to attend mural painting, dancing, music, community event.
Sip for the Springs
Friday, July 10; 4:00 PM-6:00 PM
Mocama Brewery, 629 S. 8th St., Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
Florida Springs Council invites springs-loving friends for a drink, including a special ‘Profanatee Manatee’ beer.
Nassau Forward Campaign Q&A
Thursday, July 9; noon-1:00 PM
Surf Restaurant, 3199 S Fletcher Ave., Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
Hear Chadd Charland explain what motivated him to run for public office and the matters of greatest concern to him. Questions from the public are welcome.
Data Center Fact Finding Committee Workshop Series
Monday, June 29th and Tuesday, June 30th; 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
BOCC Commission Chambers, 96135 Nassau Place, Yulee, FL
The Nassau County Board of County Commissioners has approved the establishment of the Nassau County Fact-Finding Committee as part of the County’s ongoing evaluation of data center development and related public policy considerations.
Data Center Community Conversation
Sunday, June 28th; 3:00-5:00
Story & Song Bookstore, 1430 Park Ave., Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
Guest speakers bring diverse perspectives on important civic topics. Each session offers an opportunity to explore issues thoughtfully, hear multiple viewpoints, and engage in meaningful conversation.
Unified Nassau "All of Us"
Saturday, June 27; 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Historic Fernandina Beach Courthouse on Centre St.
The 250th anniversary of this country doesn’t belong to any administration. It belongs to every generation that fought to close the distance between what America promised and what it actually delivered.
Dinner Ministry at Memorial United Methodist Church
Monday, June 22; 6 PM to 7:00 PM.
Dinner for LGBTQ+ community members and allies
Fernandina Beach Juneteenth Celebration
Saturday, June 20; 12 PM to 7:00 PM.
Recognize the anniversary of the day in 1865 when Federal troops arrived in Galveston, TX to enforce the Emancipation Proclamation, finally bringing freedom to all of the United States enslaved Black residents.
Fernandina Beach Pride Festival and Parade
Saturday, June 6; 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM.
Celebrate our city’s LGBTQ+ community.
"Welcome to Florida" x "Seeking Rents"
Friday, June 12th, 6:30-7:30 PM
Happy Medium Books Cafe; 2724 Park Street, Jacksonville, FL
Join Chadd as his podcast “Welcome to Florida” and the “Seeking Rents” podcast with Jason Garcia meet up in Riverside for a live event meet-and-greet/question-and-answer.
Data Center Fact Finding Committee Workshop Series
Monday, June 1, Tuesday, June 2; 5:00-8:00 PM
The Nassau County Board of County Commissioners has approved the establishment of the Nassau County Fact-Finding Committee as part of the County’s ongoing evaluation of data center development and related public policy considerations.
BOCC Commission Chambers, 96135 Nassau Place, Yulee, FL
Voter Information Event
May 19, 2026, 6:30-7:30 PM
Voter information shared with community; questions answered.
Franklintown Community Church of Amelia Island, 1415 Lewis St., Fernandina Beach, FL, 32034
Nassau Community Voices Fun Day
May 16, 2026, noon - 7:00 PM
Join community members from across Nassau County for a free day of games, food, and drinks.
Elm Street Recreation Pavilion, Fernandina Beach, FL, 32034
Wild Amelia Nature Festival Eco-Expo
May 16, 2026, 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 PM
Join conservation organizations from around Northeast Florida and hundreds of nature lovers for free exhibits, games, food, and drinks.
Main Beach park, Fernandina Beach, FL, 32034
Dune Restoration
May 15, 2026, 10:00 a.m.
Join me along with Conserve Nassau and North Florida Land Trust in planting native plants and installing sand fencing at Little Nana Dune in American Beach.
American Beach
Unified Nassau
April 22, 2026, 5:00 p.m.
Chadd will be the featured speaker at Unified Nassau’s meeting at Story & Song Bookstore.
1430 Park Ave, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
Arbor Day
April 24, 2026, 10:00 a.m.
Join us for a tree planting at Tasty’s.
710 Centre St, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
Shady Ladies Art Gallery
April 26, 2026, 5:00 p.m.
Stop by to meet Chadd and hear how is career as an arts and travel writer led him to politics.
819S S 8th St, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
Nassau County Commission Meeting
April 27, 2026, 5:00 p.m.
Chadd will be attending the Nassau County Commission meeting regarding the data center moratorium.
96135 Nassau Place, Yulee, FL 32097
Liberal Ladies Meet & Greet
April 29, 2026, 5:00 p.m.
Stop by to meet Chadd at this meet and greet.
463797 E State Rd 200, Yulee, FL 32097
Shrimp Festival Parade
April 30, 2026, 6:00 p.m.
Chadd will be attending the parade. Say hi if you see him!
Downtown Fernandina Beach
"Let in the Sunshine" Town Hall
May 5, 2026, 6:00 p.m.
Chadd will be attending this town hall on the energy affordability crisis at Ms. Sinai Missionary Baptist Church.
2036 Silver St, Jacksonville, FL 32206
"Welcome to Florida" x "Seeking Rents"
May 7, 2026, 7:00 p.m.
Join Chadd as his podcast “Welcome to Florida” and the “Seeking Rents” podcast meet up at Tombolo Books.
2153 1st Ave S, St. Petersburg, FL 33712
"Welcome to Florida" x "Seeking Rents"
May 9, 2026, 3:00 p.m.
Join Chadd as his podcast “Welcome to Florida” and the “Seeking Rents” podcast meet up at Austin’s Coffee.
2240 W Fairbanks Ave, Winter Park, FL 32789
Nassau County Commission Meeting
May 11, 2026, 5:00 p.m.
Chadd will be attending the Nassau County Commission meeting regarding the data center moratorium.
96135 Nassau Place, Yulee, FL 32097