Club Newsletter September 19, 2021

Volume 88 Issue 92 | September 19, 2021

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

UPCOMING PROGRAM

This week we host our Annual Past Presidents' Day. Please join us for this special meeting where we honor all the men and women who have served as our Presidents. What a great moment to take a look into our history and the evolution to where we are today due to the contributions of each these persons!

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

Last week we welcomed our public defender for the Fourth Judicial Circuit of Florida which serves Duval, Clay & Nassau Counties, Charlie Cofer. Mr. Cofer gave us an update on what the public defender’s office has been going through the past year and a half due to the pandemic. With the courts being closed last year, court cases surged to over a thousand additional cases. The numbers are finally dropping down to the historic manageable case load.

One of the biggest issues was that funds were withheld from the state because court was not in session. The office managed to made it through by using technology like zoom, but it was explained that there is no substitute for in person court.

This week we honor our past presidents with the annual past presidents’ luncheon. I encourage everyone to come and hear some club history that you might not have otherwise heard or known about. Remember parking is free and the food is good!

Jeff Volpe

2021 1st Vice President

ANNUAL JAGS TAILGATE PARTY

Join us for our annual tailgate party as the Jaguars take on the Titans! The party will be at the Jacksonville Fairgrounds on October 10 from 10am-1pm. Admission is just $25 each and includes all you can eat and drink food and beverages!

Need tickets to the big game? We have a limited number of them for the discounted price of $60 each!! Buy them now, before they sell out!

Click here to purchase yours today!

MEMBER HANGOUT

Our next Member Hangout will be on September 23 beginning at 5:30pm at the Seven Bridges in Tinseltown. Always a fun time that you won't want to miss!

As always, family and friends are welcomed and encouraged. We look forward to seeing you there!

ANNUAL SBMC CAR SHOW

Our Annual SBMC Car Show will be held on October 30 from 8am until 2pm at Fields Cadillac of Jacksonville! This is always a fun and exciting event that you won't want to miss!

There are also many sponsorship opportunities available, with special discounts for members. Please click here for details. If you have any questions, or would like to sign up to be a sponsor, please contact Adam Canni at [email protected].

MEMBER VOTE

On September 22 during our regular weekly meeting, we will be holding a "vote to hold a vote". This vote is for active members only, so make sure your dues are paid and attend this groundbreaking meeting. You'll have the chance to make your voice heard if you have ever suggested alternate names for the club. If the vote passes, a committee will be formed to collect 3-5 names, including the current Southside Business Men's Club (est. 1932). After that, another vote will be held to determine the direction of the club.

Come on out and cast your vote!

NEW MEMBERSHIP INCENTIVE

From now until the end of the year, we will be having a friendly competition to see who can bring in the most new members! With a minimum of two new sign ups, the winner will receive a $250 cash prize. Bring your friends and co-workers to one of our regular meetings to show them the benefits of becoming a member!

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 Janessa Timpone at [email protected] or Mark Geil at [email protected]. You can also sign-up at the registration table during our Wednesday meetings.

Mark your calendars for these upcoming events you won't want to miss! More details coming soon.

RESCHEDULED: September 22: Past President's Day
October 10: Jags Tailgate Party
October 24: 7th Annual JROTC Charity Clay Shoot
October 30: Annual Car Show

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.

OUR MISSION

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

SBMC PHOTO GALLERY

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

Click here to view!

SPOTLIGHT SPEAKER

If you are interested in signing up to be a Spotlight Speaker next year, please contact Janessa Timpone at [email protected]

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