MARCH 2019...New Hampshire. Members enjoy spacious function rooms, meeting rooms, bar and grill...

MARCH 2019 Membership News and Happenings

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MARCH AT THE RIVER CLUB

Spring is in the air! We bring you a few new events to enjoy at The River Club this month alongside our traditional spring events. We kick off with a trio of experiences in the first week of March with our Ties and Tees indoor golf challenge, the GATE River Run, and River Run Pasta Dinner -- for those who sign up for Team River Club. Epping Forest Yacht & Country Club host this year’s complimentary River Run Pasta Dinner on Wednesday, March 6.

Calling all cocktail lovers for our Mix & Mingle Mixology Cocktail Class with Manifest Distilling on Thursday, March 21. This is sure to be a great time for you to discover your inner mixologist and meet new friends.

Stop by VUE34 on March 21 and 23 to watch the First and Second Round of the NCAA March Madness Tournament. The Road to the Final Four stops off at our very own Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena.

Also, make sure to RSVP early for our exclusive Sips & Safari at White Oak Conservation trip on Saturday, April 13! Space is limited and is filling up. Be sure to buy tickets for opening night of Waitress on Tuesday, March 12. Any member that comes in for dinner or drinks before the show will be given a golden ticket to come back for the Cast Party afterwards from 10 -11:30 p.m.

Join us in welcoming our newest members:

A LETTER FROM THE GENERAL MANAGERChris Miller

Friday Nighter:Sports ThemeFriday, March 1

Ties & TeesTuesday, March 5

GRR Pasta Dinner at EFYCCWednesday, March 6

Speaker SeriesThursday, March 7

Gate River RunSaturday, March 9

Book ClubThursday, March 14

TriviaTuesday, March 19

Mix & Mingle Mixology ClassThursday, March 21 Wine TastingTuesday, March 26

Network-TiniThursday, March 28

MARCH EVENTS

RECIPROCAL CLUB HIGHLIGHTThe One Hundred ClubPortsmouth, New HampshireThe One Hundred C lub i s New England’s premier private club providing business leaders with a comfortable setting surrounded by breathtaking views of historic downtown Portsmouth, New Hampshire. Members enjoy spacious function rooms, meeting rooms, bar and grill area, and rooftop terrace. Please contact Sydney Scheiding at 354.1111 at least one week prior to your visit for a letter of introduction.

CATERING CORNERApril 24 is Administrative Professionals’ Day. Where would we be without their continual support. Gather your team and treat them t o an e n j oyab l e p r i va t e luncheon, dinner, or afterwork ce lebrat ion at The River Club. We offer many delicious pa la te p l eas ing ca ter ing options. Contact the Catering department at 354.1111. Allow us to set you up for success.

Mr. Aundra WallaceMr. & Mrs. Taylor LloydMs. Jennifer BartonMr. & Mrs. Bryan HornMr. & Mrs. Chip BacharaMr. & Mrs. John AndrewsMr. Jevon Bartley & Dr. Erica Little-Bartley

Mr. & Mrs. Rick VandenBosscheMr. Chris ChestnutMr. Raymond GosenMr. & Mrs. Christopher JacksonMr. Philip Sgambati-CarcelMs. Mari KuraishiMs. Cynthia Reynolds

MARCH AT THE RIVER CLUB

Our sports themed Friday Nighter knocks it out of the park as we pay homage to the TPC, NCAA March Madness Tournament, Major League Fishing and National Hockey League seasons. Bring your sporty friends and enjoy live music, hors d’oeuvres, and happy hour until 8 p.m. Try your luck at a slam dunk in our Bar Tab Drawing to win up to $100 off your tab. You won’t want to let this one pass you by.

FRIDAY NIGHTERFriday, March 15 - 8 p.m.

Join the River Club Book Club on March 14. This month’s page-turner -- The Immortal Life of H enrietta Lacks by Rebecca Skloot. This event is complimentary.

BOOK CLUBThursday, March 146 p.m.

Shaken and Stirred? Join us for our Network–Tini ! Grab a martini and enjoy “speed ne twork ing” wi th members. Toss your card into our oversized martini glass and when selected, you have 60 seconds to give your best elevator speech to the group! After everyone has their turn, feel free to slow things down a bit to connect and mingle. This event is complimentary.

NETWORK-TINIThursday, March 28 5:30 p.m.

Take off your t ie , or heels, for an evening of indoor golfing fun with complimentary beer and wine. Step up to the challenge and take aim at our unique golf course and casual networking night. $35 per person, e xc l u s i ve o f s e rv i c e charge and tax . For reservations, please call 354.1111.

TIES & TEESTuesday, March 55:30 p.m.

We are in for a treat with Dr. Frances Kinne as our speaker this month. She is The River Club’s first female member, the first female University President to hold office in the state of Florida, an American author and a beloved Jacksonville icon and treasure. Don’t miss this lunch. $25 per person exclusive of service charge and tax.

SPEAKER SERIES:DR. FRANCESK I N N EThursday, March 711:30 a.m.

Test your knowledge with a team of friends at our monthly Trivia Night! Teams can be up to eight smart and funny people. We launch the first question at 6:30 pm. Want to play and don’t have a team? Join Sydney and the Membership Team! The winning team gets a grand prize and bragging rights! This event is complimentary. For reservations, please call 354.1111.

TRIVIATuesday, March 19First Question at 6:30 p.m.

Shake things up at our Mix & Mingle Mixology Class with Manifest Distilling – Jacksonville’s only organic distillery. Learn how to make three s ignature cocktai ls while enjoying Chef Darek’s delicious hors d’oeuvres and ming l ing w i th members . $30 per person, exclusive of service charge and tax. For reservations, please call 354.1111.

MIX & MINGLE MIXOLOGY Thursday, March 21 6:30 p.m.

T a s t e t h e d i f f e r e n c e s through the grapevine as a representative from Republic National Distributing Company leads us through a fascinating comparison between Oregon vs. French Wines with Rose, Pinot Gris, and Pinot Noir. $30 per person, ex lus ive of service charge and tax. For reservations, please call 354.1111.

Wines to Include:

JP Chenet Brut Rose vs. A to Z Sparkling Rose

Luscien Albrecht RomanusPinot Gris

vs. Rainstorm Pinot Gris

Louis Jadot Pinot Noir vs. Acrobat Pinot Noir

WINE TASTING:OREGON VS. FRANCE Tuesday, March 26 6:30 p.m.

SAVE THE DATE!

Ready for an adventure? Make plans to join an exclusive group for Sips & Safari at White Oak Conservation in Yulee, Florida. White Oak Conservation is a 16,000-acre haven filled with birds, carnivores, rhinos, antelope and buffalo, okapi, swine, deer, equids and much more. Meet us at White Oak to enjoy a two-hour safari tour, a gourmet lunch with beer and wine, and the opportunity to feed Giraffes. Bring your cameras. $160, all inclusive. Reservations are required,

and space is limited, please call 354.1111.

Sips & Safari at White Oak Conservation

Saturday, April 13 ∙ 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

May the Fourth Be With You! Star Wars lovers this night is for you! Step into your Star Wars costume and join us for a Star Wars movie, crafts and a dinner of chicken tenders, French Fries, fruit, cookies, and beverages. Parents enjoy a romantic dinner with us or join the festive Bonnets and Bowties Derby Happy Hour! $25 per child, exclusive of service charge and tax. Reservations are required by calling

354.1111.

Saturday, May 4 ∙ 6 - 8 p.m.

John Peyton, former two-term Mayor of Jacksonville f rom 2003 to 2011, i s President of Gate Petroleum and our illustrious luncheon speaker. Save the date and secure your spot by calling 354.1111.

SPEAKER SERIES:

JOHNPEYTONThursday, April 11VIP Young Executive Networking at 11:30 a.m.Luncheon at 12 p.m.

Raise a glass to our Bourbon Tasting and Cigar Night! A representative from Republic National Distributing Company will lead us through the nuances and aromas of pure bourbon without the hindrance of a mixer. We’ll end the evening at Island Girl Cigar Bar – just around the corner from The River Club! $35 per person includes a cigar, $25 per person for bourbon tasting only, exclusive of service charge and tax. For reservations, please call 354.1111.

Bourbon & Cigar NightTuesday, April 26:30 p.m.

Half price drink specials Tuesday-Friday from 4:30-7:00 p.m. in VUE34

Single Malt Scotches and Cognacs excludedLive music every Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday

DINING

HOURS OF OPERATION

LUNCHMonday – Friday 11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.

DINNERTuesday – Wednesday 5:30 – 8 p.m.

Thursday – Saturday 5:30 – 9 p.m.

VUE 34 Tuesday – Wednesday4:30 – 8 p.m.

Thursday – Saturday4:30 – 9 p.m.

Join us for lunch every Monday and bring a friend! It’s on this day that two can dine from Chef Darek’s delightful luncheon buffet for only $19.95, plus service charge and tax. Enjoy a selection of soups, salads, cold and hot entrées, and a variety of delectable desserts. Serving from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Advance reservationsare encouraged! Special valid for parties of 12 or fewer.

DOUBLE THE FUN MONDAYEvery Monday ∙ 11:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.

A tasteful value too delicious to miss! Receive one small plate appetizer when you order a small plate appetizer from our Tapas Menu. Service hours are 4:30 - 7 p.m.

TAPAS TUESDAYS Every Tuesday ∙ 4:30 - 7 p.m.

Savor any Four Roses Whiskey for HALF OFF on Wednesdays in VUE34! The prices range just $3 – $3.50 for a great Whiskey! You can’t beat the deal, so come up for a drink and enjoy our live music.

WHISKEY WEDNESDAYSEvery Wednesday

Every Wednesday evening you can enjoy any bottle of wine under $75 for half price all while enjoying live music in VUE34! You can even take it home with you in a to-go bag if you do not finish it. Offer valid in VUE34 or the St. Johns Dining Room.

WINE DOWN WEDNESDAYS & LIVE MUSIC!Every Wednesday

Savor any Martini – your choice for HALF OFF on Thursdays in VUE34! Complete with Chef Darek’s $2 Mahi Tacos for a delicious and fun night out!

TINI & TACO THURSDAYSEvery Thursday

Our Friday Night Seafood Buffet will consist of a chilled display of Shrimp, Crab Claws and Ahi Tuna. For your entree, members will have their choice of a Maine Lobster, Grilled Salmon or Filet Mignon and a selection of wonderful desserts, including our traditional bread pudding. $54.95 per person with service charge and tax additional. Advanced reservations required.

FRIDAY NIGHT BUFFET Every Friday

Enjoy a Prime Rib Buffet with hand carved Prime Rib and Chicken Marsala a long with a l l the best sides, gourmet salad bar and selection of delicious desserts. Priced at $38 per person.

PRIME RIB NIGHT BUFFETEvery Saturday

Cedar Plank Smoked ChickenSpicy Lime BBQ, House Frites

Lobster Mac & CheeseCabbage and Asparagus, Crushed Tomato,Chow Chow

Each Entrée is accompanied with the choice of House Salad or a Caesar Salad.

2 FOR $26 MARCHTuesday – Thursday

RIVER CLUB ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT CALENDAR

SPA RESERVATIONSMobile App

Treat your mind, body and soul to one of our luxurious spa packages. Unwind into pure relaxation at The Spa at Ponte Vedra Inn & Club where you can seep into a sublime atmosphere of indulgence surrounded by stunning views. Dozens of pampering

treatments, are just a click away.

The big event -- the Gate River Run finish line is in sight! It’s Saturday, March 9! More than 400 Team Gate members are running or walking in the 5K or the 15K races. We’ll crown the 2019 winning Gate Club Team and the overall fastest male and female Gate Team winners! Racers may pick up race materials at the Pasta Dinner. For those not attending the dinner, materials may be picked up at your Club on Friday, March 8. Please check the Team Gate website at www. teamgateriverrun.com for team and race day information. Good luck to all our 5K and 15K racers. See you at the finish line!

GEAR UP FOR THE 42ND GATE RIVER RUN! Saturday, March 9

CLUB HAPPENINGS

The Pasta Dinner is complimentary for all members and kids ten and up who are signed up and running the Gate River Run. Members running the race from The River Club, The Lodge & Club, and Ponte Vedra Inn & Club will join us for the Pasta Dinner. Additional guests or non-runners are welcome to join us for dinner at $25 per person. Reservations are required, cancellations must be made 48-hours in advance, or a charge applies. All last minute registrants have access to the Gate Hospitality tent on race day but will not receive a team t-shirt. Contact the Fitness Center at 904.739.7023 for information and to register for the race and dinner.

GATE RIVER RUN PASTA DINNER HOSTED AT EPPING FOREST YACHT & COUNTRY CLUBWednesday, March 6 ∙ 6:30 p.m. ∙ Complimentary for team members

SPOTTED AT THE RIVER CLUB!

Nicolas Kallivayalilat Family Movie Night

Mr. Bartley & Dr. Little-BartleyCelebrating Valentine's Day

APRIL EVENTS

Bourbon & Cigar NightTuesday, April 2

Friday NighterFriday, April 5

Speaker SeriesThursday, April 11

Book ClubThursday, April 11

Antinori Wine DinnerFriday, April 12

Club Closed for Private EventSaturday, April 13

Sips & Safari at White OakSaturday, April 13

High 5 Guyz Game NightTuesday, April 16

Easter BrunchSunday, April 21

Wine TastingTuesday, April 23

NFL Draft Happy HourThursday, April 25

Network-TiniThursday, April 25

Club Closed for Private Event (for dinner only)Friday, April 26

Membersat the Totally 80s Murder Mystery

RIVER CLUB ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT CALENDAR

The Jacksonville arts and entertainment scene continues to flourish with a variety of performances. Consider joining us at The River Club for a preshow cocktail or dinner – the views alone are worth a standing ovation. As a convenience, The River Club gladly provides members complimentary

transportation to and from the Times-Union Center and The Florida Theatre.

CALENDAROF THE

ARTSRiver Club Board Of Directors2019CHAIRMAN Donald H. Horner III

VICE CHAIRMAN Daniel Bean

IMMEDIATE PAST CHAIRMAN Robert L . Wood, Jr.

Herbert H. Peyton

Lathun Brigman, Jr.

Bruce A. Chappell

Timothy Cost

Daniel J. Davis

Lisa D. Gufford

Robert M. Harris

Charles Kauff man

Sandra C. Ramsey

One Independent Drive Suite 3500 Jacksonville, FL 32202 Phone: 354-1111

www.jaxriverclub.com

For Accounting questions, please call 273-7754

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FLORIDA THEATREJoin us for pre-dinner and drinks before a show at the Florida Theatre!

For more information, call 355.2787.

Terri Clark, Pam Tillis and Suzy Bogguss: Chicks with Hits Tour | Friday, March 1

Great Guitar Gathering with the John Jorgenson Quintet | Saturday, March 2

Mardi Gras | Tuesday, March 5

Experience Hendrix | Wednesday, March 6

The Funniest Night in America | Thursday, March 7

Chris Botti | Friday, March 8

Clay Walker | Saturday, March 9

American Girl Live! | Thursday, March 14

Get The Led Out | Friday, March 15

Little Feat 50th Anniversary Tour | Wednesday, March 20

Tiffany Jenkins: This Show is Awkward AF | Thursday, March 21

Little River Band with Special Guest Pablo Cruise | Friday, March 22

Buddy Guy | Saturday, March 23

Bob Weir and Wolf Bros | Wednesday, March 27

The Rippingtons at the WJCT Sound Studio | Thursday, March 28

Punch Brothers | Thursday, March 28

TIMES UNION CENTERJacksonville Symphony: Symphony Gala 2019 | Saturday, March 2

Jacksonville Symphony: JSYO Festival of Strings | Wednesday, March 6

Steven Curtis Chapman | Thursday, March 7

Jacksonville Symphony: Cherish The Ladies | Friday, March 8

Jacksonville Symphony: Cherish The Ladies | Saturday, March 9

Rain: A Tribute to the Beatles | Saturday, March 9

Rhythm & Romance Tour Presented by Miles Jaye | Saturday, March 9

Waitress – Tuesday | Saturday March 12 – 16

Jacksonville Symphony: Verdi’s Requiem | Friday & Saturday March 15 – 16

Florida Forum Speaker Series | Wednesday, March 27

Jacksonville Symphony: Ella and Frank | Friday & Saturday March 29 – 30

CLUB STAFF - THE RIVER CLUBChris A. Miller, General ManagerKimberly Patterson Younkin, Director of MembershipSydney Scheiding, Member Relations ManagerLinda Henry, Director of Catering Sales Darek Stennes, Executive ChefMichael Greenan, Dining Room ManagerJeremy Bonifas, Banquet ManagerMolly Lozano, Marketing Coordinator

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Two for One Lunch Buffet

11:30 a.m.-2 p.m.

Live Music 5 –7 p.m.

Wine Down Wednesday

Whiskey Wednesday

Gate River Run

Pasta Dinner at EFYCC

Tapas Tuesday 4:30-7 p.m.

Trivia

6:30 p.m.

Tini & Taco Thursday

Speaker Series 11:30 a.m. Networking

12 p.m. Luncheon

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thurs Fri Sat


Waitress Cast Party

10 - 11:30 p.m.

Live Music 5:30 – 8:30 p.m.

Prime Rib Buffet

Saturday | 5:30-9 p.m.

Gate River Run


Ties & Tees 5:30 p.m.


11:30 a.m.-2 p.m.

Tini & Taco Thursdays

Book Club 6 p.m.


Mix & Mingle Mixology 6:30 p.m.


Wine Down Wednesday

Whiskey Wednesday

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Wine Down Wednesday

Whiskey Wednesday


Friday Night Buffet

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Friday Night Buffet

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Wine Down Wednesday

Whiskey Wednesday


11:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.


Network-Tini 5:30 p.m.

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Friday Nighter 5 - 8 p.m.


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