LLCC-Jacksonville will celebrate the 50th anniversary of the college’s founding from 4:30-6:30 p.m. The public is invited to the event which includes a Jacksonville Area Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours, a Downtown First Friday event and a special program including a proclamation presentation.

The program begins at approximately 5 p.m. with remarks by LLCC President Charlotte Warren, Ph.D. and a proclamation presentation by City of Jacksonville Mayor Andy Ezard. The Downtown First Friday event includes artwork by MarySusan Farmer and photography by Elizabeth King. An LLCC 50th anniversary exhibit also will be on display and LLCC’s new book “50 FORWARD!” and other 50th anniversary items will be available for purchase at the event.