Alumni celebrate 30 years of magnet school for the arts
Graduates of the San Marco-based magnet school for performing, visual and language arts gathered July 22 at WJCT Studios to celebrate 30 years of creative impact. The first 10 graduating classes, 1987-1997, were the evening’s celebrities but all alumni were welcome. Many toured the campus earlier in the day before dressing up or going comfortably […]
Local, state, national politicians turn out for annual Miracle on Ashley Street
As long as Ju’Coby Pittman has been president and chief executive officer of the Clara White Mission, there’s been a “miracle” on Ashley Street. Title sponsors for the 23rd Annual Miracle on Ashley Street held June 2 were CITI and Delores Barr Weaver. The annual celebrity server luncheon to benefit the 113-year-old Clara White Mission […]
Evening of Taste brings in more than $75,000 for Children’s Home Society
The Children’s Home Society of Florida held its annual An Evening of Taste with Chef Matthew Medure on April 23, raising more than $75,000 to benefit children and families in Northeast Florida. Chef Matthew Medure presented an intimate atmosphere where guests sipped, savored and socialized. As guests mingled, the Gary Starling Trio entertained the outdoor […]
Rat Pack-era celebrated at ElderSource gala
“A Night with the Stars” was the theme of the recent gala that gathers supporters of ElderSource and Friends of ElderSource. The nonprofit acts as a resource for those living with age-related difficulties and disabilities, many requiring assistance and ‘hands-on’ help. With the goal to empower individuals to live independent, dignified lives, the agency supports […]
Local financial firm supports childhood cancer initiatives
When tasked with taking lemons and making lemonade, patrons were happy to oblige the request at the Lemon Ball, a recent fundraiser to help battle childhood cancer. The efforts and monies raised on behalf of Alex’s Lemonade Stand, a nonprofit dedicated to funding research, delivering financial assistance and relief of side effects of treatments in […]
‘A Night in Old Havana’ brings out McGala guests
The mission of Ronald McDonald House Charities of Jacksonville was celebrated by 500 supporters and community patrons May 20 in “Old Havana” style at the 2017 McGala, complete with antique automobiles, a cigar rolling station, bongo music and a mojito bar. Held at Sawgrass Marriott Golf Resort & Spa, the evening included a delicious dinner, […]
Waterfront home is perfect vista for Under-the-Sea River Hops event
The spacious riverfront home of Granada residents Mike and Elaine Ashourian once again provided the perfect venue for the 8th Annual RiverHops fundraiser for the North Florida School of Special Education. Delicious cocktails and a gourmet pairings dinner were on tap as guests milled around the pool overlooking a setting sun and the St. Johns […]
Cultural Council holds annual awards event at Glass Factory
The Cultural Council of Greater Jacksonville hosted its 41st Annual Arts Awards May 6 at the historic Glass Factory, built in 1936 by Henry Klutho, The awards event honored Christopher Lazzara (Robert Arleigh White Award for Advocacy); Riverside resident Mark McCombs (Art Innovator Award); Murray Hill resident Dustin Harewood (Art Educator Award); PNC Bank (Business […]
