Women celebrate nominations, distinction
The Haskell Corporation headquarters on Riverside Avenue played host to a ceremony in honor of nominees for the latest round of Women of Distinction in Jacksonville. The evening of camaraderie was a precursor in preparation for the upcoming celebration of achievement. Girl Scouts of Gateway Council’s annual Women of Distinction luncheon honors local women whose […]
A pearl of an evening at Oyster Roast
River lovers and supporters of the St. John’s biggest advocacy agency, The St. Johns Riverkeeper, came out to dine on Oysters and sample culinary creations, Nov. 16. The annual party draws from all reaches of the city as an outstanding silent auction, Oyster dinner and infamous cold weather ‘snap’ always arrive on time, making it […]
Good coverage: Festival thrives in new Treaty Oak location
Residents enjoyed fine food and wine for a great cause last month under the historic branches of the Southbank’s Treaty Oak. Catholic Charities hosted its 9th Annual Festival d’Vine at Treaty Oak Park, coordinating with local distributors to provide more than 200 sample wines for guests. The event also featured many area restaurants including Akel’s […]
Cunningham Couture 10th anniversary
Valued clientele and special guests enjoyed a unique and scrumptious spread at Linda Cunningham’s 10th Anniversary Party in San Marco. The week’s events included daily discounts on clothing, jewelry, accessories and Linda’s salon collection at the boutique on Kings Avenue.
Garage sale for a cause
The Zonta Club of Jacksonville donated time and “treasures” on a late Fall Saturday to promote education for women, eradicate human trafficking, help victims of domestic violence and promote gender equality.
Success at the Soiree, Celebrating 50
The College of Fine Arts at Jacksonville University celebrated its 50th anniversary Nov. 19. The CFA Soiree, co-Chaired by Linda Berry Stein and Irene Lazzara, was an urban-style spectacle with more than 500 people in attendance sporting their hottest urban chic attire. Along with celebrating the 50 years of the college, the school helped recognize […]
WGA members gather for grant announcement
Riverside resident Delores Barr Weaver, one of the five founders of the Women’s Giving Alliance, spoke during the group’s annual meeting in late October. The event, held at the University of North Florida’s University Center, set the stage for an announcement of this year’s grants from the group. The grants total more than $316,000 and […]
Tasteful benefit celebrates NFSSE’s 20th
Supporters of the North Florida School of Special Education packed Riverside’s Daryl Bunn Studios on a November Friday evening to celebrate the school’s 20th anniversary, enjoy students’ artwork, and taste the food and drink offerings from Biscottis, Designed Events, Inc., Liz Grenamyer Catering, NFSSE Culinary Arts Team, Merryvale Vineyards, Pacific Southern Wine Co., and Republic […]
