Club Newsletter November 6, 2022

Volume 89 Issue 49 | November 6, 2022

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

OUR MISSION

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

UPCOMING PROGRAM

This week we host we welcome our own Jeanne Maron, owner of The Gifted Cork as she hosts her famous Wine Tasting.

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

Join us for our weekly meetings at Fogo De Chao in the Town Center.

The salad bar offers many vegetarian and gluten-free options. A protein is served every other week and alternates between steak and chicken .

PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE

Last week we welcomed Dr. Quinton White, Jacksonville University Professor, who gave us an update on the health of the St. John’s River. Dr. White emphasized how the growth of Jacksonville and surrounding areas directly impact the river. The river is 310 miles long and drains 1/6 of the state. Because of the size and depth, the river is slow moving. We were educated on how natural occurrences like Hurricanes Irma, Matthew, and Ian effected the ecosystem. We had a good Q&A session where direct questions were discussed in better detail.

We are approaching the holiday season. Check out the calendar and get signed up for the great events that we have coming up. Help with the Veteran’s Day float tomorrow, purchase your tickets for the Speakeasy Raffle, sponsor a kid for X-mas Kids, and book your Holiday Party tickets.

Thank you for those who came out and helped on the USS Orleck yesterday. It was also good seeing everyone last Thursday at Standard Feed and Seed. A shout out to Frank for hosting and donating all of the money to the Kid's Christmas Shopping Spree! This week is another can’t-miss meeting as we have our annual Wine Tasting and Trivia by our very own 1st Vice President, Jeanne Maron from The Gifted Cork.

Jeff Volpe

2022 President

MONTHLY GOLF OUTING

If you know someone that would like to be kept informed on our future golf outings, please have them email [email protected] to be added to the mailing list.

Join us for our monthly outing at Hidden Hills Golf Club!

Our 6,892-yard public golf course at Hidden Hills Country Club was previously the site of the Greater Jacksonville Open, a tournament that eventually evolved into what is now the TPC Sawgrass. Among winners at our course were Gary Player, Tony Jacklin and Don January.

It’s now an Arnold Palmer Signature layout, known for its intriguing curves and contours and rolling fairways, a setting that you don’t often find in Florida. Our fairways are lined with majestic pines and oaks; our lush greens have won a name for Hidden Hills in North Florida.

Won't You Join Us?

When: Friday, November 18, 2022

Where: Hidden Hills Golf Club

3901 Monument Rd.

Jacksonville, FL 32225

First Tee Time: 10:02am

Cost: $54

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 [email protected]. 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 [email protected].

VETERAN'S DAY VOLUNTEERS

We are now looking for volunteers to work on our annual Veteran's Day Float for the Downtown Parade. Also, if you are a Veteran and are interested in riding on the float, there are spots available!

Please contact Mark Goldwich at [email protected]

FRED ALLISON SPEAK-EASY RAFFLE

So Here Is How We Play

Club members bring a bottle of their favorite spirits. They get recognized during the meetings. Meanwhile, club members and guest buy raffle tickets. Tickets are on sale now for $25.00 each. Act now and get yours today!

Drawing to be held on November 16 and the payouts are as follows:

50% to First Place

30% to Second Place

20% to Third Place

Purchase your tickets now!

CHRISTMAS KIDS SHOPPING SPREE

Please join us for our annual Christmas Kids Shopping spree providing gifts for children who may not have a home for Santa to visit. This great event is one of our most heartwarming all year where we take approximately 30 kids Christmas Shopping with $150 to spend on each. Target brings us in prior to opening to secure the building and present a safe environment where SBMC Members help brighten their holiday.

Please help us make this holiday special and sponsor a child or two for $150 each.

Click here for sponsorship opportunities!

We will meet on December 3 at 6am at the Target on San Jose and will need volunteers to help the kids with their shopping!

10490 San Jose Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32257

HOLIDAY PARTY

Book your group rate for Southside Business Men Holiday Party

SPOTLIGHT SPEAKER OPENINGS

This opportunity is free to all members in good standing and gives you the chance to speak about your business, family, interests, or anything else you would like to "spotlight" for five minutes. You can place business cards, flyers, or informational materials on the tables to showcase your business.

NEW! Upgrade your Spotlight Speaking Engagement!

For the low cost of $50, in addition to your five minute speaking segment, you will be able to feature a blurb of up to 500 words and 1-2 photos in the newsletter prior to the luncheon.

If you would like to sign up and reserve a future meeting date, please email SBMC Sergeant-at-Arms Mark Geil at [email protected]. You can also sign-up at the registration table during our Wednesday meetings.

SBMC PHOTO GALLERY

Check out our photo gallery for pictures from our meetings and events!

Click here to view!

SPOTLIGHT SPEAKER

Table Talks

NEW! Upgrade your Spotlight Speaking Engagement!

For the low cost of $50, in addition to your five minute speaking segment, you will be able to feature a blurb of up to 500 words and 1-2 photos in the newsletter prior to the luncheon. Contact Mark Geil to sign up!

If you are interested in signing up to be a Spotlight Speaker next year, please contact

Mark Geil at [email protected]

ATTENDANCE AWARD

Diane Ackerman

WOODY COOPER

Chuck Zitsman

Sponsor Spots Available!

If you are interested in becoming a Sponsor and seeing your company's logo here, please contact Ken Petsch at:

[email protected]

CLICK ON EACH LOGO TO VISIT THE WEBSITE!

Special Thanks to Our Club Sponsors:

Platinum Level

Gold Level