Sizzling Summer Nights
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Northeast Florida held its annual fundraiser, Summer Nights presented by 121 Financial Credit Union, on Saturday, Aug. 26, at the Glass Factory. Guests enjoyed an evening of premium craft cocktails, a bourbon bar and speakeasy lounge, dancing and live music from The Bold City Classics, auctions and a collection […]
Committee talks gala, fundraising for DESC
Leaders and committee members that support poverty fighting fundraiser, DESC Defenders: Into the Future, gathered at Beau Rivage, June 6, to talk about the upcoming event benefitting the Downtown Ecumenical Services Council. The evening featured insightful talks by event chair, Alex Benavides, who has spearheaded the fundraising event for two years in a row. Benavides […]
President’s Party a roaring good time for Rotarians
During a recent gavel exchange, history was written once again as Marie Gnage took the helm to represent the Rotary Club of Jacksonville as its fearless leader for the 2023-24 Rotary Year. Rotarians in attendance enjoyed a Roaring 20’s theme, complete with food, libations and entertaining Jazz by the John Lumpkin Trio and a special […]
The Legacy of Kindness
Established as “lovers of kindness”, Congregation Ahavath Chesed showed the resiliency of such a founding principle as they celebrated a remarkable 140 years in Jacksonville. Affectionately known simply as The Temple, the group gathered for an anniversary gala on May 20, 2023, at 6 p.m. Gilded in gold and blue, the celebration centered on The […]
Epping Forest celebrates 35th Change of Command
The riverfront marina, fountains and backyard beauty of Epping Forest Yacht and Country Club set the tone and provided an unbeatable backdrop for a big day in Club history. On Friday, May 19, the 35th Annual Change of Command Ceremony and Dinner welcomed members and guests to join club leadership for the occasion, where cannon […]