Club Newsletter July 3, 2022

Volume 89 Issue 32 | July 3, 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 welcome Congressman John Rutherford.

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

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

If you would like to have a vegetarian or gluten-free option, please contact Mark Geil at 904-588-2193 by the Tuesday prior to each meeting.

PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE

This past week we had Bob Buehn, Director of the University of North Florida Military and Veterans Resource Center (MVRC) come and speak to us. He quickly briefed us on what his current position is at the University and what the MVRC does in relation to supporting current student veterans and family members of veterans using the GI Bill.

Buehn, a retired captain (U.S.N), gave us a great presentation on what it was like to be in charge of Naval Base Guantanamo Bay Cuba, and transcribed the events of 9/11 and the days leading up to receiving the first batch of detainees to the base. They had to turn a brig which had the capacity of just four people into a facility capable of holding over 200 in just three weeks. Most detainees were processed through and then eventually freed. Only around forty inmates remain today.

Buehn touched on the four administrations in charge and the policies going back and forth during their respectable tenure. It doesn’t seem that the base is going away any time soon.

Additionally, tickets are now on sale for the Sharks arena football game on July 23rd. Get them HERE before they sell out! This week is not only a protein day (steak), but we also have U.S. Congressman John Rutherford giving us an update on what’s happening in Washington DC. Hope you have a great 4th tomorrow!

Jeff Volpe

2022 President

SBMC JACKSONVILLE SHARKS NIGHT

ANNUAL FISHING TRIP

The Annual Fishing Trip will be held on July 9th, which is a RED SNAPPER DAY this year! This event is sold out but if you want to get on the waitlist, contact Jepp Walter at [email protected] or are interested in sponsoring, don't delay!

SAVE THE DATES

Mark your calendars for upcoming events this Fall!

Public Safety Awards - August 10
Past President's Day - September 7
Annual Clay Shoot - September 24
Annual Jags Tailgate - October 23

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.

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.

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 2022 Officers know and they will direct you to the best contact for the event of your choice.