Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary preps for Celebrity Chefs Luncheon
The Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary gathered its members for a preview of its signature fundraiser, Celebrity Chefs – Tasting Luncheon and Silent Auction, which will celebrate its 38th year April 2024. The group of philanthropists met at Epping Forest Yacht and Country Club for their January meeting over breakfast as they enjoyed good company, faith-filled […]
Commodore’s League Celebrates Change of Command
There’s a group of conscientious civic leaders that play host to dignitaries – from sports figures to top military brass, CEO’s, and other potential investors – welcoming them with a unique nautical approach to showcasing the City of Jacksonville. By way of a chartered boat, great food, fuel and generous donations from group members, 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 […]
Yachting traditions celebrated at Change of Command
Club members, friends, family and the Fleet leadership at the Epping Forest Yacht and Country Club took time to celebrate the passing of the torch, rather, the lowering and raising of the flags to honor the officers who have graciously served the club. The annual Change of Command relieved Annie Tutt as the 25th Commodore […]
Women’s Auxiliary gathers for luncheon, guest speaker appearance
The Women’s Auxiliary of the local chapter of the Salvation Army were treated to a luncheon by longtime supporter, Marilyn Carpenter, Jan. 24. The group of ladies that gather are supporters, volunteers, and like-minded women that encourage friends to participate in the mission to serve. At the luncheon, Ward Lariscy, one of Jacksonville’s most prolific […]
Epping Forest ushers in new leadership at Change of Command
It was a beautiful Saturday on the St. Johns River in the San Jose area May 14, as leadership and the slate of officers raised one flag, while lowering another for the Commodore post at Epping Forest Yacht and Country Club. Thanks to member Bill Prince, a trumpet sounded the National Anthem during the opening […]
In Memoriam: Raymond Knight Mason
February 28, 1927 to January 2, 2020 One of Jacksonville’s most creative business leaders – a man who rubbed shoulders with presidents, world leaders and Hollywood celebrities and had the gumption to cut in on President John F. Kennedy so he could dance with Jackie at JFK’s inaugural ball – has passed. Raymond Knight Mason […]
No one went home hungry from Taste of Golf event
Executive Chef John Kirby of San Jose Country Club and Executive Chefs Darek Stennes and Tim Turner of Epping Forest Yacht and Country Club were among 12 top culinary artists competing in the 14th Annual Taste of Golf competition at TPC Sawgrass Clubhouse June 6. Winning the event was Chef Ryan Moore of 3 Palms […]
