Club Newsletter March 14, 2021

Volume 87 Issue 65 | March 14, 2021

Jacksonville Florida's Oldest Business and Civic Organization Founded in 1932

UPCOMING PROGRAM

This week we welcome Lisa Rinaman of St. John's Riverkeeper. The St. John's Riverkeeper is the chief advocate and public's voice for the St. John's River.

To view future Guest Speakers and Events, please visit our Upcoming Events Calendar.

Our weekly meeting venue is now The Doubletree on The Riverfront: 1201 Riverplace Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32207

If you would like to have a vegetarian or gluten-free option, please contact Janessa Timpone at 347-902-4196 by the Tuesday prior to each meeting.

PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE

This week we welcomed Former Lt. Governor Jennifer Carroll, who spoke to us about the issues small business owners face in the current political climate. She explained that many involved in the political process have lost view of the fact that they are our representatives, not our leaders. It is up to us to keep our representatives accountable and make sure they are doing what is best for our communities long-term, not what is expedient short-term or for re-election.

Join us next week when we welcome Lisa Rinaman who will talk to us about The St. John's Riverkeeper's efforts to preserve and protect the St. John's River.

All members should have received an email asking you to log in and make sure your phone number, email, and mailing address are up-to-date in our directory. Having updated information is key when members are trying to do business with members and when the club is giving out important information on our exciting upcoming events.

Brandon Stanko

2021 President

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GET INVOLVED

Are you interested in volunteering for one of the many fun and amazing events we hold each year? We have slots available across the board for those who are interested in becoming a Chairperson, Co-Chair or just participating! Just let any one of our 2021 Officers know and they will direct you to the best contact for the event of your choice.

MONTHLY GOLF OUTING

If you know someone that would like to be kept informed on our future golf outings, please have them email secretary@sbmcjax.com to be added to the mailing list.

Join us for our monthly Golf Outing at Queen's Harbour Golf Club!

Designed exclusively by Mark McCumber and bordered by the intercoastal waterway, our beautifully groomed Jacksonville golf course offers a unique blend of scenery. This Jacksonville golf club features tidal marshlands and century-old Spanish oak trees.

A premier Jacksonville golf course, Queen’s Harbour hosted such prestigious events as the PGA Tour Qualifier and the Mercedes Collegiate Championships. Of all the Jacksonville golf courses, the challenge and scenery of Queen’s Harbour truly sets it apart as one of the finest.

Won't You Join Us?

When: Friday, March 19, 2021

Where: Queen's Harbour Golf Club

1131 Queens Harbour Boulevard

Jacksonville, FL 32225

First Tee Time: 10:03 am

Cost: $49

This year, we will have monthly golf sponsoring opportunities as well! Contact Mark Geil to sign up!

Reserve Your Tee Time

You may reserve your tee time by contacting the SBMC Golf Chair Mark Geil at golf@sbmcjax.com. If you are registering for a foursome, please include the names of all your members.

Blind Draw

Looking forward to meeting you in person at the bar to collect your $5 for the blind draw.

Do you have a question about the event? Email golf@sbmcjax.com.

WINE RAFFLE

It's that time of the year! Our Annual Wine Raffle drawing will be held on April 14. If you'd like to donate a bottle, please bring one to any of our regular meetings. Start purchasing your tickets today!

SAVE THE DATE

Our Annual Fishing Trip will be held on July 10th. Stay tuned for more details, but mark your calendars now as this is always a popular event that fills up quickly!

VIRTUAL SBMC MEETINGS

Did you know? You can attend meetings anywhere!!

We have now added a Virtual Meeting option for our weekly meetings! If you can't make it to our regular Wednesday luncheons, please consider joining us virtually. There is no cost to tune in, however you will need to email virtual@sbmcjax.com in order to receive the link for the virtual meeting.

OUR MISSION

The purpose of this organization is to promote the Civic, Economic and Social Improvement of Greater Jacksonville.

THIS WEEK'S SPOTLIGHT SPEAKER

Table Talks

No Spotlight Speaker

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