News & Events February 2016

Join Us for Valentine's With Your SweetheartSunday, February 14 • 6 - 9 p.m.

Club will be open, and will offer this prix fixe menu only

First CourseLobster Bisque with Cognac, Crème Fraiche & Chive Croustade

Second CourseWild Honey Lacquered Pecan Smoked Duck

Palm Valley Winter Greens with a Lingonberry Vinaigrette

Choice of Entrees Seared Chilean Sea Bass

Saffron Lemon Grass Fond, Pear Tomatoes, Grilled Corn, Rocket Greens & Thin Beans-or-

Malbec-Marinated Domestic Lamb LoinGoat Cheese Croustade, Parsnips, Sweet Onion Chutney & Organic Greens

-or-Beef Wellington

Grilled Asparagus & Chateau Potatoes

DessertWhite Chocolate Tower, Rose Petal & Raspberry Mousse with

Chocolate Ganache, Berry Couils and Kirsch Syrup

$75 per person (service charge and tax additional). Reservations required. Vegetarian option available upon request at time of reservation.

Club Happenings Coming in February 3 for $30 in JanuaryTuesday - Thursday

Seafood BuffetFriday Evenings

Surf & TurfSaturday Evenings

BBQ, Bourbon & BowtiesTuesday, February 9

Young Executive Leadership Luncheon with John Peyton

Thursday, February 11

Valentines Day Open for Dinner

Sunday, February 14

"Celebrity" Bartenders: Sarah & Amanda

Thursday, February 18

"Thursdate" Dinner SpecialThursday, February 18

California Wine TastingTuesday, February 23

Canvas & CocktailsThursday, February 25

Florida Forum with Peyton Manning

(open for Dinner at 5 p.m.)Wednesday, March 2

Kids Etiquette DinnerFriday, March 4

When planning a corporate retreat, conference or seminar – think The River Club. Ten multi-function rooms, each featuring spectacular views of the city below, can accommodate groups from 10 – 400 persons in a variety of meeting sets. A talented staff of event professionals are available to assist you in attaining your goals. For more information call 354-1111.

The Catering CornerLet's Talk Business

Our San Francisco military hotel is dedicated as a living memori-al to the U.S. Marines who served in the Pacific during World War II. A landmark among hotels in San Francisco near Union Square since 1946, Marines’ Memorial Club & Hotel is located close to a bustling theater district in the heart of the city. Blending traditional décor and modern comforts, our classic 1920’s Beaux-Arts hotel offers an inviting atmosphere that is rich with history, honor and pride. For more information, please contact The River Club’s Member Relations Manager, Amanda Juneau at 354-0044.

Going to the Super Bowl? Visit your Reciprocal Club!Marines' Memorial Club - San Francisco, CA

Super Bowl 2016 - February 7th

The deadline for all 5K and 15K runners and walkers to join Team GATE is Sunday, February 14 for the big race on Saturday, March 12th. Register online at www.teamgateriverrun.com and check out all of the details and photos from previous years. Don’t forget to RSVP to the Team GATE Pasta Dinner on Thursday, March 10th! We’re excited to have you on our Team!

Last Call to Join Team Gate

Thurs"Date" Dinner SpecialThursday, February 18

Come enjoy Thursday Date Night in the St. John's Dining room on the third Thursday of every month. Enjoy 2 Entrees and Dessert all for $40! Choose

from Chicken Parmesan, Pork Tenderloin or Steamed Little Neck Clams and finish the evening with our famous Vanilla Creme Brulee. Call 354-1111 to

make your reservations today!

Club Happenings

Canvas & CocktailsThursday, February 25 • First Brushstroke at 6:30 p.m.$35 per person (service charge & tax additional)

Members will learn the fun and exhilarating step-by-step process of creating their own painting on canvas as guided by a local, professional artist. All art supplies will be provided. Specialty "Canvas" menus will be available, along with complimentary popcorn and Happy Hour prices. Call 354-1111 for reservations.

Young Executive Leadership LuncheonThursday, February 11

11:30 a.m. -Networking, 12 p.m. - Plated Lunch$25 per person (service charge & tax additional)

The River Club invites members under the age of 40 to this exclusive Young Executive Leadership Luncheon. This month’s event features John Peyton, former two-term Mayor of Jacksonville and current president of GATE Petroleum. Networking commences at 11:30 a.m. and will be followed at noon with lunch and a group discussion. Space is limited! Call 354-1111 for reservations.

John Peyton, President and CEO of GATE Petroleum

3 Courses for $30Tuesday - Thursday Value Special

Month of FebruaryIncludes House Salad and Vanilla Bean Crème Brûlée

The St. John’s Dining Room continues to delight members with its flavor and fashion. Service charge & tax additional.

Cider Marinated Pork Tenderloin: Mango Lime Salsa, Crispy Onions

Chicken Parmesan: Lightly Breaded Chicken Breast with Asiago &

Parmesan Cheese atop Buttered Egg Noodles and finished with Fresh Marinara Sauce

Steamed Little Neck Clams: Fusilli Pasta, Roasted Tomatoes, Bean Broth

From the Desk of Sarah SmallMembership Director

Spread the love! Do you know any friends, family members, clients or colleagues that you would like to share the Club with? If so, please let me know and I will send them an invitation on your behalf. If your nominee does join the Club, your name will be entered to win a Dinner for Four! We are doing the drawing on March 25th! This is an amazing opportunity and we truly appreciate your help in growing our Club by one more Member.

I look forward to hearing from you and appreciate your support in advance! Please help me extend a warm welcome to the following new Members:

Robert and Angela Pogachnik • Andrew and Cynthia Kovach • Scott and Cyndi Sauer Betty Paulin • Haiman Albana • Ron and Dorothy Cheeley • Niki Logoreci

Laura Lander • Marcel White • Harvey & Marilyn SimsCole Dial & Ashley Thompson • Charles & Lauren Roots • Brad & Gail Johnson

A special thank you to Chad Todd, Ivan Mote, Michael Sims & David Butler for your help in sponsoring a new member last month!

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ChairmanJason Burnett

Vice ChairwomanLaura V. Edwards

Immediate Past Chairman R. Travis Storey

Herbert H. Peyton

Kevin E. Hyde

Vickie Cavey

Bruce Chappell

Donald H. Horner III

Z. Mincek

Fitzhugh Powell, Jr.

John Thompson

Robert Wood

One Independent Drive Suite 3500

Jacksonville, FL 32202 Phone: 354-1111

www.jaxriverclub.com

For Accounting questions, please call

273-7754

BBQ, Bourbon and BowtiesTuesday, February 9 • 6:30 p.m.

Here’s a fun and educational evening! We’ll be presenting a selection of popular bourbon whiskeys for tasting. Sample from the following favorites:

Old Forester 86 • Old Forester 100 proofOld Forester Craft 1870 • Old Forester Craft 1897

An expert will educate all on how to evaluate and appreciate this premium beverage. A selection of BBQ hors d’ oeuvres will be paired specifically to complement the flavor of each tasting. And gentlemen, wear your bowties! Men's Warehouse will be on property featuring Bowties! $25 per person. Service charge & tax additional. Call 354-1111 for reservations.

“Celebrity” BartendersSarah & Amanda

Thursday, February 18 5 - 6:30 p.m.

Mingle with your Membership Team, Sarah Small and Amanda Juneau, and enjoy Happy Hour prices! Plan on staying afterwords to enjoy our Thurs"date" specials or $2 Tacos!

CaliforniaWine Tasting

Tuesday, February 23 • 6:30 p.m. • $20 per person (service charge & tax additional)

Enjoy a selection of wines by Kasey Bilton, with Premier Beverages. Also, there will be a selection of hor d'oeuveres prepared by Chef Darek. Call 354-1111 for reservations.

La Crema Pinot GrisArrowood Chardonnay

Cambria Clone 4 Pinot NoirBootleg Red Blend

Freemark Abbey Cabernet

Kid's Etiquette DinnerFriday, March 4 • 6 p.m. • $35 per person

(service charge & tax additional)Children (ages 5 & up) will enjoy a four course meal as they

learn proper dinner etiquette and table manners. Proper attire is required. Space is limited, so make your reservations today at 354-1111.

Club Happenings

Florida Forum with Peyton Manning

Wednesday, March 2 Times Union Center

Come and enjoy dinner and drinks before the event! Complimentary Shuttle will be available to take you to and from the Times Union Center and our dining room will be open at 5 p.m. to accommodate early seating. Florida Forum with

Peyton Manning

Need an afternoon

pick up? Come up to your Club

and help youself to our complimentary coffee and water bar available exclusively for our Members, Monday-Friday, in Vue 34 from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Thursday in Vue34 is Taco Thursday! Enjoy $2 Tacos with your choice of

Mahi Mahi, Steak or Chicken options

Always in Good Taste

Each day during the week, The River Club features member-friendly food and beverage specials. Join in on the culinary excitement!

Monday Lunch is TWICE as NiceJoin 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 $19.99 plus service charge and tax. Enjoy a selection of soups, salads, cold and hot entrees and a variety of delectable desserts. Serving 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m.

Tapas TuesdayPurchase a small plate appetizer from the extensive VUE 34 menu and receive one complimentary small plate appetizer. It's a value too alluring to pass on. The hours are 4:30 - 7 p.m.

Wine Down WednesdayHere’s an attractive offer to all wine connoisseurs and those who wish to be. Every Wednesday during the month, all bottles of wines (under $75) are featured at half price.

NEW! Taco ThursdayEnjoy $2 tacos! This tasty evening will consists of Mahi, Chicken and Steak Tacos, accompanied by $2 featured beer. The hours are 4:30-7 p.m in VUE 34.

Seafood FridayA River Club dining tradition! Featured is a spectacular culinary display including Soup of the Day, Salad Bar, Raw Bar, Ahi Tuna Display and a Dessert Buffet with a choice of Entrée from the dinner menu or 1 ¼ pound Lobster. Priced at $49.95 per person with reduced prices for children. Service charge and tax additional. Serving 5:30-9 p.m.

Surf & Turf SaturdayChef Darek is adding a Surf & Turf entree to The River Club’s popular a la carte menu every Saturday evening. Expect a 6 oz. Filet paired with a Half Grilled Lobster with drawn butter, Mashed Potatoes Grilled Asparagus. Included is a Vanilla Bean Crème Brûlée for dessert. Attractively priced at only $39 per person with service charge and tax additional. Remember, live music is performed on Saturday evenings from 5:30-8:30 p.m. Call 354-1111 for reservations.

Times-Union CenterYanni

Wednesday, February 3 @ 7:30 p.m.

Phantom of the OperaWednesday, February 10 - Sunday, February 21

Florida TheatreTwo Cellos

Tuesday, February 2 @ 2 p.m.

Southern Soul AssemblyThursday, February 4 @ 8 p.m.

Who's Bad: The Michael Jackson TributeFriday, February 5 @ 8 p.m.

Valor JamSaturday, February 6 @ 8 p.m.

Alan Parsons Live with Jacksonville Rock SymphonyWednesday, February 10 @ 8 p.m.

Blackberry SmokeFriday, February 12 @ 8 p.m.

Patty Griffin with Sara Watkins and Anais MitchellSaturday, February 13 @ 8 p.m.

Don WilliamsWednesday, February 17 @ 7:30 p.m.

ForeignerSaturday, February 20 @ 8 p.m.

O.A.R.Wednesday, February 24 @ 8 p.m.

Vince Gill & Lyle LovettThursday, February 25 @ 8 p.m.

Experience HendrixFriday, February 26 @ 8 p.m.

February Arts & Entertainment CalendarThe Jacksonville arts and entertainment scene continues to flourish with a wide variety of

performances featured at both the Times-Union Center and The Florida Theatre. Consider joiningus at The River Club for a pre-show 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.

Calendar of the arts

Symphony Breakout ScheduleHagen, Stern & Schostakovich

Thursday, February 11 @ 7:30 p.m.

Hagen, Stern & SchostakovichFriday, February 12 @ 8 p.m.

Hagen, Stern & SchostakovichSaturday, February 13 @ 8 p.m.

Baby Boomers Music of the 60'sFriday, February 19 @ 8 p.m.

Baby Boomers Music of the 60'sSaturday, February 20 @ 8 p.m.

Joshua Bell, ViolinSaturday, February 27 @ 8 p.m.

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CLUB STAFF - The River ClubChris A. Miller, General ManagerSarah Small, Membership DirectorAmanda Juneau, Member Relations ManagerLinda Henry, Director of Catering SalesAllison Culpepper, Event Sales DirectorKim Nall, Event Sales Coordinator Darek Stennes, Executive ChefMichael Greenan, Dining Room ManagerJeremy Bonifas, Banquet ManagerMaureen Flanary, Marketing Coordinator

DINING HOURS OF OPERATIONLunch

Monday–Friday 11:30 a.m. –2 p.m.Happy Hour

Tuesday–Friday 4:30 –7 p.m.VUE 34

Tuesday & Wednesday 4:30 –8 p.m.Thursday –Saturday 4:30 –9 p.m.

Dining Tuesday–Wednesday 5:30–8 p.m.

Thursday–Friday 5:30–9 p.m.Saturday 6 –9 p.m.

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Club EventsDining Events

Two for One Lunch Buffet

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

Live Music 5 –7 p.m.

Wine Down Wednesday

$2 Taco Thursday

$2 Taco Thursday

Live Music 5:30 – 8:30 p.m.

Seafood Buffet 5:30-9 p.m.

Live Music 5:30 – 8:30 p.m.

Surf & Turf 5:30-9 p.m.

Live Music 5:30 – 8:30 p.m.

Surf & Turf 5:30-9 p.m.

Live Music 5:30 – 8:30 p.m.

Seafood Buffet 5:30-9 p.m.

Two for One Lunch Buffet

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

Two for One Lunch Buffet

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

Live Music 5 –7 p.m.

Wine Down Wednesday

Live Music 5 –7 p.m.

Wine Down Wednesday

Tapas Tuesday4:30-7 p.m.

Tapas Tuesday4:30-7 p.m.

Tapas Tuesday4:30-7 p.m.

Live Music 5:30 – 8:30 p.m.

Seafood Buffet 5:30-9 p.m.

Live Music 5:30 – 8:30 p.m.

Surf & Turf 5:30-9 p.m.

February 2016

Canvas & Cocktails 6:30 p.m.

$2 Taco Thursday

Two for One Lunch Buffet

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

$2 Taco ThursdayLive Music 5 –7 p.m.

Wine Down Wednesday

Tapas Tuesday4:30-7 p.m.

Live Music 5:30 – 8:30 p.m.

Seafood Buffet 5:30-9 p.m.

Live Music 5:30 – 8:30 p.m.

Surf & Turf 5:30-9 p.m.

Valentine's Day Dinner

6 - 9 p.m.

Team GATE Sign-Up

Deadline

Leadership Lunchwith John Peyton

11:30 a.m. Networking12 p.m. Lunch

BBQ, Bourbon & Bowties6:30 p.m.

Two for One Lunch Buffet

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

Thurs"Date" Dinner Special

Celebrity Bartenders "Sarah & Amanda"

5 - 6:30 p.m.

California Wine Tasting

6:30 p.m.

Kid's Etiquette DinnerFriday, March 46 p.m.

GATE River RunSaturday, March 12See you at the Finish Line!

Global Business LuncheonTuesday, March 1511:30 a.m.

Afternoon Tea with Courtney Lewis, Symphony DirectorTuesday, March 222:30 p.m.

Easter Sunday BrunchSunday, March 2711 a.m.

Jameson TastingTuesday, March 15

6:30 p.m.

Vickers Happy HourWednesday, March 16

Trivia NightThursday, March 24

6:30 p.m.

Blend Your Own BordeauxTuesday, March 29

6:30 p.m.

Young Executive Leadership Lunch with

Suns' Owner Ken BabbyThursday, March 10

11:30 a.m.

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SAVE THE DATE FOR MARCH ACTIVITIESFor all Ages & Interests