Social Events

Many of the top social events in the area.

Sizzling Summer Nights

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 […]

’68 Celebrates 55: Robert E. Lee Class of 1968 at their 55th Reunion

’68 Celebrates 55: Robert E. Lee Class of 1968 at their 55th Reunion

More than 100 graduates of the Robert E. Lee Class of 1968 rocked out at the Ortega River Club to celebrate their 55th high school reunion. Amusing conversations included thoughts on how “55 years ago” now feels like just “last week” or “a few days ago.” Alumni traveled from near and far. Ron Baker traveled […]

WOKV Care-a-thon Raises $300K+ for Child Cancer Fund

WOKV Care-a-thon Raises $300K+ for Child Cancer Fund

Now in its 9th year, the WOKV Care-a-thon presented by Duval Asphalt, raised over $300,000 to benefit Child Cancer Fund, which provides caring support, resources and financial assistance to local families fighting childhood cancer. This year marked more than $2 million in overall donations for the cause since Care-a-thon’s inception in 2014. More than 150 […]

Committee talks gala, fundraising for DESC

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

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 […]

Big cats and cocktails

Big cats and cocktails

The Jaguars Foundation held its fundraising Cocktail Party on Friday, June 2, from 6-9 p.m. at the Fields Auto Group Terrace Suite at TIAA Bank Field. The evening raised funds for the Foundation’s causes, and it featured fare from local restaurants, a custom cigar roller and dueling piano entertainment. The Jaguars Foundation has awarded a […]

The Legacy of Kindness

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

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 […]