Gala raises benchmark for heart disease research
Early last month the American Heart Association-First Coast raised more than $500,000 to support the organization’s efforts to fight cardiovascular disease and stroke. Chaired by Rick Cox, Fidelity National Financial, the 6th annual Tuxes and Tennis Shoes Heart Ball, held at TPC Sawgrass was the most successful gala in the local organization’s history. The evening […]
Saltwater Cowboys ‘n Gals fight cancer in a big way
Event chairs Francy and Matt Robertson and honorary chairs Alex and Scot Ackerman welcomed guests to the American Cancer Society’s 19th Annual Cowford Ball, which went off without a hitch last month. A good time was had by all who attended the Apr. 5 event at the Jacksonville Fairgrounds, making the rounds between live and […]
Glasses raised for Surf’s Up night of giving
The 21st Annual Gala of Giving saw many glasses raised in honor of Catholic Charities and its emergency financial assistance programs offered to the community. The fundraiser, held Apr. 12 at the Sawgrass Marriott Resort, drew patrons from all over Jacksonville to support the agency’s goal of preventing unexpected homelessness due to financial crises. Call […]
Yacht Club Celebrates a great Member-Guest Weekend
The STEEG, as it’s become known in tennis and club circles, was a hit for the local membership and their guests. In honor of the late Stewart B. Steeg, the first commodore who made tennis a priority at the club, the weekend is dedicated to the growth of members who enjoy the sport. The competition […]
One Spark was bright move for aquarium advocates
AquaJax wins crowdfunding votes – It’s old news at this point that visitors to the 2nd annual One Spark crowdfunding festival put their money where their votes were for an aquarium in Downtown Jacksonville. But, the people behind AquaJax – the name of the advocacy group for a Jacksonville aquarium – are convinced that “the […]
Spruced up for spring
The membership of the San Marco-based Rose Garden Circle are a positive group of ladies, matter of fact, they keep themselves busy be enriching the lives of others. As evidenced by the participation of membership at the spring beautification at the North Florida School of Special Education illustrates their ability to share in the beauty […]
Throwing out first pitch, Bolles legends retire jerseys
The Bolles School officially retired the numbers of alumnus Chipper Jones ’90 and past head coach Don Suriano on Apr. 11, preceding the Bolles vs. Bishop Kenny baseball game on Hugh Donovan Field on the San Jose Campus. Jones’ No. 10 was retired in honor of his outstanding baseball career including First Team All-State in […]
Boaters at Landing not sympathetic to Foxy Lady’s needs
Dinner cruise captain hopes docking compromise works – Just a little over a year ago, the Jacksonville Lady came to town, looking for a home. The 96-foot Skipperliner, owned and operated by Captain John Michkowski of Foxy Lady Cruises, eventually found a permanent berth at River City Brewing Company. From there, Capt. Michkowski conducts public […]
