Scotch, Cigars and Football
Mark Lamping, president of the Jacksonville Jaguars, was the guest speaker at the 2nd Annual JFCS Men’s Event held at Epping Forest on Jan. 17. Guests enjoyed samplings of scotch and other libations, cigars and a wonderful meal. Net proceeds benefit the programs of Jewish Family & Community Services, a full-service social service agency, that […]
Sporting events raise money for cystic fibrosis
The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation of North Florida (CFF) hosted two major sporting events – the 65 Roses Golf Classic (sponsored by PlaidParty.com and W.W. Gay) and the 11th Annual Oldest City*Red Trout Classic (presented by PSS World Medical) – raising more than $160,000 for the Foundation in the fourth quarter of 2012.
Autism community fundraiser a huge success
HEAL, a local nonprofit for autistic children and their families, won big recently when a two-day gala and golf event raised over $143,000 for the autism community living across northeast Florida. “HEAL does such wonderful work in our local community that benefits so many people,” said Alan Pickert, St. Nicholas resident and current president of […]
‘Totally awesome’ – ‘80s THEME fundraiser benefits Nemours
The Michael Jackson, Tiffany and Debbie Gibson tunes were in full effect as the fashion, dance and music of the ‘80s made its way to the River City Brewing Company Nov. 17. The evening, presented by ruckus. advertising + public relations, was dubbed a “Party with a Purpose” as partygoers understand their dollars directly support […]
Celebrating the New Year in style
It was an evening to remember, as families and friends joined one another for a New Year’s celebration in the duPont Mansion on the grounds of Epping Forest Yacht Club. Members and guests enjoyed heavy hors d’oeuvres, desserts, party favors and a champagne toast- along with a DJ that kept the party moving all night […]
Ducks Unlimited gains local support, resurgence
The local Jacksonville chapter of Ducks Unlimited brought out the big guns, drawing corporate and other business support for the annual banquet in Riverside. The event, held at the Firefighter’s Hall on Stockton Street, drew hundreds of hunting, fishing and wetlands enthusiasts for one common goal- the preservation and protection of future wetlands. Since 1937, […]
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 […]
