Club Newsletter March 24, 2024

Issue 221 | March 24, 2024

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 Ken Babby, Owner of the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp.

Click here to pre-register!

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

Our meeting on March 27 will be held at Maggiano's Little Italy.

10367 Midtown Pkwy., St. Johns Town Center, Jacksonville, FL 32246

This is a one-time change, and we will be returning to San Jose Country Club for all remaining meetings for this year.

PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE

This week, we're excited to announce that Ken Babby, the Owner of the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp, will be joining us as our guest speaker.

In a similar seafood vein, have you ever dined at Dockside Seafood Restaurant in Jax Beach? My personal favorite is the fried shrimp basket, which includes twelve large shrimp, three hush puppies, a generous serving of fries, and some slaw, all for $16. As I write this (Saturday at 1:15 PM), I'm picturing myself at the outdoor covered picnic benches, watching the boats launch and dock, while savoring my meal and a refreshing ice-cold drink. Just a tip, during peak times, you might wait between 30-40 minutes. Plus, they offer complimentary valet parking - a convenience you might appreciate since parking can be challenging to find. It's definitely worth the tip.

Please be aware that our next regular meeting will take place at Maggiano's at the Town Center, marking a one-time venue change. Future meetings for the remainder of the year will resume at the San Jose Country Club.

To help us prepare the right amount of catering, please make sure to pre-register by Tuesday at 3 PM. Though walk-ins are always welcome, they can pay at the door.

Warmest Regards,

Mike Best

2024 President

MEMBERSHIP COMPETITION

The membership contest has begun!

You can win part of our

$1,500 Cash Prize!

Here’s how it works:

Every new member sponsored is worth one point.

Corporate sponsorships are worth

1 ½ points.

If your sponsored new member signs up for club sponsorship within one month of their membership start date you will receive another point.

January - March winner will receive $250 CASH at the first meeting in April.

April - June winner will receive $250 CASH at the first meeting in July.

July - September winner will receive $250 CASH at the first meeting in October.

October - December winner will receive $250 CASH at the first meeting in January.

Overall winner will receive $500 CASH at the first meeting in January.

2024 SMBC MEETINGS - NEW VENUE!

We have exciting news!

As we have consistently filled or exceeded our capacity at Season's 52, we will now be returning to San Jose Country Club for our meetings this year!

7529 San Jose Blvd, Jacksonville FL 32217

(Across the street from Bolles Highschool)

We look forward to a hot buffet each meeting and lots of great speakers and networking. Please mark your calendar!

MEMBER HANGOUT

Save the date for a Member Hangout at Brew and Barrel Tavern on April 11! More details coming soon!

CIVIC VOLUNTEER EVENT

Please join us for our first Civic Volunteer Event of the year!

We will be working with HabiJax Restore on Friday, April 19 from 9:30pm - 1:30pm.

5800 Beach Boulevard

Jacksonville, FL 32207

For additional details, or to volunteer, please contact Chris Bagley at Cbagley@holmesorg.com

BEVERAGE TUB RAFFLE

Purchase your tickets now before the price goes up in April!

MEET A MEMBER

Join us for a Meet-A-Member on Thursday May 9 from 5:30 to 7:30 pm, hosted by

Gloria Vinson from LANDCO Properties, Inc.

Location:

Florida Tackle & Gun Club

9010 San Jose Blvd

Jacksonville 32257

Tickets are $10 per person which will include hors d'oeuvres, beer and wine. Full bar will be open for purchase of other beverages.

All proceeds are to benefit The Vinson Foundation, Inc.

YAP GOLF UPDATE

March 2024

Dear members of the Southside Business Men’s Club,

This is Angelo Volpe, SBMC 2008 Past President, and this year’s Youth Achiever Program (YAP) Crump Kirby Memorial Charity Golf Classic Chairman.

I, along with my co-chair SBMC Past President Jepp Walter, would like to invite you to the SBMC 29th Crump Kirby Memorial Youth Achiever GOLF CLASSIC, benefiting the Youth Achiever Scholarship Fund to be held on Monday, May 20th at The Golf Club at South Hampton @1:00 PM.

The net proceeds raised from this event will directly benefit the Southside Business Men’s Club Charities, Inc for disbursement to high school seniors and college students looking for financial assistance to further their higher education. We give $5,000 scholarships annually to this great cause.

The Youth Achiever Program (YAP) began in 1994 by Fred S. Harford -then 4th Vice President and Gene Bushor -then President. The original purpose of raising funds was to subsidize Southside Elementary Schools Safety Patrol students to take their annual trip to Washington D.C. After of couple of years of trying to fund this program with various types of fundraising activities, it became apparent that something else had to be done.

We are now two months out from our tournament, and we need hole sponsors for $175 and players at $125.00 per player which includes range balls, lunch, golf and a great BBQ dinner afterwards. We are also in need of major sponsors listed in our Sponsor Opportunity sheet. Be generous for the sake of our kids!

We also need the names of who is playing in your foursomes by no later than Thursday, May 16th so we can send the groupings to the golf course.

We sincerely need and appreciate your support for this great event, and we look forward to seeing you at this year’s tournament. Bring friends, associates and customers and make it a great day for a good cause!

Go to www.sbmccharity.org/yap to register or email me at angelo@volpemanagement.com if you have any questions. All donations are tax deductible under our 501c (3) designation.

Sincerely,

Angelo Volpe

2024 Tournament Chairman

Click here to view this year's Charity Golf Flyer

Please click here if you are interested in Sponsorship Opportunities!

We are also in need of donations for our Silent Auction Items.

If you are interested in contributing an item, please click here for our Auction Contribution Form!

FISHING TRIP

This year's annual fishing trip out of Mayport is on

June 15.

$125 per person, but plan on providing your own lunch and drinks/beer, until we see how much we get in sponsorships.

We'd like to thank First Federal Bank for signing up for a $1000 sponsorship! This has enabled us to charge $125 as opposed to $150.

If you feel so inclined to be a beer or lunch sponsor, please let us know!

We now have the ability for you to pay for your spots, and forward the registration below to your friends, colleagues and family.

SBMC Fishing Trip

Please check with your friends, family & colleagues, and let me know if you want to go, and how many you will bring with you.

Past President Jepp Walter

jepp@marlintech.net

904-838-8400

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 Wayne Baker at Sgtatarms@sbmcjax.com. You can also sign-up at the registration table during our Wednesday meetings.