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Issue 218 | March 3, 2024

At our last meeting, we were honored to have Karen Mathis from the Jax Daily Record share insights with us, providing a deeper understanding of current events and sparking engaging discussions among our members. Her presence underscored the importance of staying informed and connected with our community's pulse.

However, this positive momentum has also brought to light the limitations of our current meeting space at Seasons 52, as we've consistently filled or exceeded its capacity. In response, I've secured a new location for our meetings at the San Jose Country Club (SJCC), a place with historical significance for our club until its closure for renovation in 2019. Despite our temporary relocations—to Epping Forest Yacht Club and later to the DoubleTree downtown—each move impacted our attendance, a trend that continued through the Covid shutdowns and our time at Fogo De Chao Steakhouse, where despite the wonderful food, a sense of monotony began to set in among our members.

It was clear from our first gathering at Seasons 52 that a larger venue was needed. Achieving the goal of returning to our beloved SJCC has been a priority of mine, and I'm proud to announce that we will hold our first meeting there in five years. Below, you'll find photos of the room where we will be meeting, offering a glimpse of our new meeting space. When we outgrow this room SJCC has a larger ballroom across the hall. When I joined in 2015 that is where we met in the ballroom with a beautiful view of the golf course. With the help of our team and members we will be in the ballroom soon!

Please join us at the San Jose Country Club on March 13th to celebrate this new beginning and the continued growth of our club. Let's embrace this fresh energy and see where it takes us!

Don't forget to wear your green in support of St. Patrick's Day!

Our next speaker is Bob Ohrablo, Owner of the Jacksonville Icemen.

Warmest regards,

Michael Best

2024 President

As a reminder, there is no meeting this week. We look forward to seeing you back at San Jose Country Club on March 13.

7529 San Jose Blvd Jax, 32217

Check out our upcoming events below and click on the links provided to sign up!

Next Meeting

On March 13, we will welcome Bob Ohrablo, Owner of the Jacksonville Icemen Hockey Team.

Click here to pre-register!

March 12, 14 & 15

We have all the volunteer spots for the Players Championship filled for this year!

Thank you to those who signed up. Please be on the lookout for parking information and credentials to get into the Stadium Course on the day you are working after March 1^st.

Angelo will reach out to everyone with their SBMC volunteer white polos as we get closer to the event.

March 23

Come join fellow SBMC members along with friends and family for a Club Social at one of the coolest sporting events in Jacksonville.

We will be hosting a happy hour starting at 6:00pm on our own private party deck. Complimentary beer, wine and select spirits as well as soft drinks are included along with a seat located in the lower bowl close to the action.

Click here to purchase yours online today!

May 9

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

Gloria Vinson from LANDCO Properties, Inc.

Florida Tackle & Gun Club

9010 San Jose Blvd

Jacksonville 32257

Click here to purchase your tickets for $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.

May 20

June 15

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

Past President Jepp Walter

jepp@marlintech.net

904-838-8400

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.

Many great upcoming events are in the works, so make sure you stay tuned into our Event Lineups and Newsletters!

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