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The River Club
Membership News & Events for December 2013
Mr. & Mrs. Carl Doan on the inaugural evening of VUE 34
Kay Nichols & Dave Reed
Abby & Joe Carnley with nieces
Natalie & Audrey at the Halloween Festival
Chris & Heather Hand
Pumpkin carving fun with Lyla Merrell,
uncle Ryan Merrell & aunt Brittany Buran
Coming in
December
Champagne & Wine Tasting
Tuesday, December 3
Brunch with Santa
Sunday, December 8
Gingerbread House
Decorating
Sunday, December 8
Dinner & Broadway Show
Friday, December 13
Christmas Eve
Buffet Dinner
Tuesday, December 24
Club News
Dear Member,
Speaking on behalf of our family of employees, I would like to thank you
for your support of The River Club during 2013. Your positive comments
regarding menu upgrades, recent facility improvements and program
enhancements provide us great encouragement. Looking ahead to next year, our
goal is to continue our efforts to bring you the very finest in amenities, services
and programs. As always, we welcome and appreciate
your suggestions. We wish you and your family the
very happiest of holidays and a wonderful 2014!
Sincerely,
New Years Eve
Celebration
Tuesday, December 31
Holiday
Schedule
Tuesday, December 24
Open for Christmas Eve
Dinner: 5 – 7 p.m.
Offices will be closed
Wednesday, December 25
Club will be closed
Tuesday, December 31
Open for New Year’s Eve
Party: 8 p.m. – 12:30 a.m.
Offices will be closed
Chris Miller
General Manager
The Curtain Rises
All are invited to take part in the attractive dinner
and theatre package offered for the Friday, December 13 performance of ‘Flashdance’ at The Times-Union
Center. For $115 per person plus gratuity and tax, members will
enjoy The River Club’s Seafood Buffet, a show ticket (First Orchestra),
and transportation to and from the T-U Center. Ticket without dinner is
$59.75 plus gratuity and tax. Tickets are limited and non-refundable.
Call 354-1111 for reservations.
Wednesday, January 1
Club will be closed
Coming in
January
Florida Forum:
Governor Jeb Bush
Thursday, January 16
Artist Series:
The Blue Man Group
Friday, January 24
More than 450 members representing all
four of the GATE clubs gathered at the
Outpost in Palm Valley last month for
a Halloween Festival. Featured were a
Halloween Costume Contest, Hayrides,
Carnival Games, Face Painting, Caramel
Apple Decorating, Inflatable Games, DJ
Music and more.
Alex & Kami Harrison with The Worley family
enjoying the Halloween Festival
Club Happenings
Brunch with Santa
Members are invited to join Santa & Mrs. Claus on Sunday, December 8 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. as the ‘first couple of the North Pole’ host their annual Brunch at The River Club. Attractively priced at $47.95 per adult and $12
for children (6-12 yrs.). Those under 6 yrs. dine free. Gratuity and tax is additional. Please call 354-1111 for
reservations. 24 hour cancellation policy for this event. Don’t forget to stay for Gingerbread House decorating
afterward.
MENU:
SALAD BAR: Tomato, Asparagus & Portobello
Mushroom Salad, Belgian Endive, Smoked Duck, Bleu
Cheese & Walnut Salad, Shrimp, Pasta Salad, Salmon
& Boursin Strudel, Ahi Tuna
BREAKFAST FAVORITES: Omelette Station,
Belgian Waffle Station, Bacon & Sausage
BRUNCH FAVORITES: Roasted Prime Rib, Potato
Crusted Salmon, Dijon & Walnut Crusted Chicken
“KNEE HIGH” BUFFET: Fruit Cocktail, Mac &
Cheese, Chicken Fingers, Pizza
DESSERTS: Petit Fours, Chocolate Strawberries,
Truffles, Strudel, Bread Pudding, Yule Logs, Assorted
Holiday Cakes, Pies & Cookies
Gingerbread House Decorating
A Gingerbread House Decorating party is scheduled for Sunday, December 8 from
Noon - 2 p.m. The cost is only $30 per house, which includes all of the trimmings.
Space for this fun event is limited. Please reserve your house by Monday, December 2.
Call 354-1111 for details and reservations. 24 hour cancellation policy for this event.
Menu:
Christmas Eve
Buffet Dinner
Celebrate Christmas Eve at The River Club with
family and friends on this, Santa’s “big night”! Join us
from 5-7 p.m. on Tuesday, December 24 as Chef Darek
and his team of kitchen elves presents the popular
Holiday Buffet. Priced at $52.95 per adult and $18.95 for
children (6-12 yrs.). Those under 6 yrs. dine free.
Gratuity and tax is additional. 24 hour cancellation
policy for this event. Call 354-1111 for reservations.
SALAD BAR: Smoked Duck with Apple, Pear &
Cranberry, Boursin Cheese, Roasted Tomato & Salmon
Strudel, Winter Berries & Fruits, Chilled Seafood
Display
ENTREES: Carved Prime Rib, Carved Rosemary
Roasted Turkey, Peppercorn Crusted Pork Tenderloin,
Seared Lemon Sole, Wild Salmon
ACCOMMPANIMENTS: Cornbread Stuffing,
Balsamic Grilled Asparagus, Baby Carrots & Tomatoes,
Creamed Spinach, Bacon & Chive Au Gratin Yukon
Potatoes
DESSERTS: Yule Logs, Chocolate Dipped Strawberries,
Fresh Fruits, Pumpkin Cheesecake, Apple Strudel,
Stollen, Christmas Cookies & Petit Fours
Club Happenings
New Year’s Eve
Celebration
Join us on Tuesday, December 31 for the celebration of
the year! This evening of merriment which extends from
8 p.m. to 12:30 a.m., will include a delightful four-course
dinner, dancing to the sounds of the popular band KTG, a
complimentary glass of champagne and a 34th floor view
of Jacksonville’s fabulous fireworks display at midnight.
The evening is attractively priced at $100 per person with
gratuity and tax additional. Wine and bar beverages are
available for purchase through the evening. 24 hour
cancellation policy for this event. Please call 354-1111 for
reservations.
Menu:
Butler Passed Hors d’ oeuvres
Lolipop Lamb Chops, Tuna Tartar & Brie Canape
First Course
She Crab Soup with Jumbo Lump Crab, Sherry and
Annatto Seed with Infused Olive Oil
Second Course
Scallop Frites, Organic Mache, Endives and
Oven Dried Tomatoes served with
Stone Ground Mustard Aioli and Rose Petal Vinaigrette
Third Course
(Choose One)
Beef Wellington with Parma Ham, Portobello Mushrooms,
Chateau Potatoes, and Asparagus in a Cabernet Reduction
or
Pan Seared Chilean Sea Bass with Jumbo Lump Crab and
Sherried Cream, Thin Beans, and Crisp Potatoes
or
Medallions of Veal Tenderloin, Foie Gras, Dried Cherries
and Madeira with Parisian Potatoes and Frisse
Fourth Course
Dark Chocolate Heart with White Chocolate and
Rose Essence Mousse, with Almond Tuille and Berries
WHY
LIMIT
TO
JUST
AN
?
River Club members, prior to making the
long commute home, are invited to VUE 34
for the best downtown Happy Hour. Every
Tuesday through Friday from 4:30-7 p.m., expect a
selection of $6 appetizers matched by a $6
featured martini. Attractive Happy Hour pricing
will also be in effect for mixed drinks and wines by
the glass.
Grape to Glass
A CHAMPAGNE & SPARKLING WINE TASTING
Raise your glass and your level of knowledge regarding
elegant beverages. Here’s a fun and informative tasting
event that will demonstrate the fascinating and detailed
process of creating champagne and sparkling wine. A
selection of hors d’ oeuvres paired specifically for each
sampling will be presented as well. The event is
scheduled for Tuesday, December 3 at 6:30 p.m. and is
attractively priced at $30 plus gratuity and tax. Please
call 354-1111 for reservations.
welcome to Vue 34
From The River Club’s 34th floor, here’s a newly reimagined concept of what today’s cocktail experience for
business professionals can be. It’s a place to gather and network. A place to take a welcome pause from the
commuter scene at the end of the day. Members can expect a tempting selection of artisanal cocktails and featured
wines by the glass supported by a fun and eclectic bistro menu. Live entertainment on select evenings will add to
the overall atmosphere and vibe. From high atop the city of Jacksonville, it’s VUE 34!
TUESDAY
Beverage Service 4:30 - 8 p.m.
Bistro Menu 4:30 - 8 p.m.
wednesDAY
Beverage Service 4:30 - 8 p.m. Live entertainment 5- 7 p.m.
Bistro Menu 4:30 - 8 p.m.
thursDAY
Beverage Service 4:30 - 9 p.m.
Bistro Menu 4:30 - 9 p.m.
DINING ROOM
Full a la carte Menu 6 - 9 p.m.
friDAY
Beverage Service 4:30 - 9 p.m. Live entertainment 5- 7 p.m.
Bistro Menu 4:30 - 9 p.m.
DINING ROOM
Choice of Full a la carte Menu OR Seafood Buffet 6 - 9 p.m.
saturDAY
Beverage Service 4:30 - 9 p.m. Live entertainment 5- 7 p.m.
DINING ROOM
Choice of Full a la carte Menu OR Prime Rib Special 6 - 9 p.m.
Club Happenings
The Perfect Stocking Stuffer
The Spa & Salon at Bartram Walk is providing River Club
members an added benefit when purchasing gift cards for
the holidays. During December, for every $100 spa gift
card purchase, an additional $20 gift card will be offered.
Gift cards may be purchased by calling the Spa at 899-1234
or visiting online at www.bartramwalkspa.com.
Reciprocal Club
The Charlotte City Club in Charlotte, North
Carolina provides a special place for social and
business activities and the best in fine and casual
dining in a tastefully elegant setting. A formal
spiral staircase to the Club’s upper level and fine
furnishings in a traditional Southern style create
an atmosphere of refined sophistication. If you are
interested in visiting a Reciprocal Club, please
call 904.354.1111.
Gear Up For the G AT E
Running the GATE River Run
with all of your friends on
TEAM GATE is the most fun
you can have while running!
Join the many GATE Club
runners and walkers on
March 15 who enjoy training
together and running either
the signature 15K race or the 5K. To sign up for the
complimentary TEAM GATE fun and get all the details, go
to www.teamgateriverrun.com.
coming in January
F lorida F orum
Former Florida Governor Jeb Bush will be the guest speaker
at The Florida Forum on Thursday, January 16 at 7 p.m.
The River Club will open for members at 4:30 p.m. serving
the new VUE34 Bistro menu and the Dining Room menu.
Complimentary transportation will be provided to and from
TheTimes-Union Center. To purchase tickets to the Forum, call
202-2886 or visit www.thefloridaforum.com. For dining
reservations, please call 354-1111.
NOW PERFORMING
The River Club will be featuring a dinner and
theater package for the Friday, January 24
performance of the Blue Man Group at The TimesUnion Center. Enjoy the Chef’s lavish seafood
buffet, a ticket to the show (1st Orchestra Seating) and
transportation to and from the Times-Union Center
for only $140 per person with gratuity and tax
additional.
Tickets are limited and are nonrefundable. Please call 904.354.0044 for reservations.
arts & entertainment
Calendar
The 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 joining us at The River Club for a pre-show cocktail or dinner.
The views alone are worth a standing ovation!
TIMES-UNION CENTER
FLORIDA THEATRE
JSO: Michael Smith
Tuesday, December 3 at 8 pm
Cheap Trick
Friday, December 6 at 7:30 pm
JSO: First Coast Nutcracker
Friday, December 6 at 8 pm
Saturday, December 7 at 8 pm
22nd Annual Community Nutcracker
Saturday, December 14 at 8 pm
Flashdance: The Musical
December 10 – 12 at 7:30 pm
JSO: Holiday Pops
Thursday, December 12 at 7:30 pm
Friday, December 13 at 11 am & 8 pm
Saturday, December 14 at 8 pm
A Christmas Carol
Friday, December 20 at 8 pm
JSO: Handel’s Messiah
Saturday, December 21 at 8 pm
A Soulful Nutcracker
Saturday, December 28 at 7:30 pm
JSO: Toast! to the New Year!
Tuesday, December 31 at 8:30 pm
Times-Union Center
633-6110
www.jaxevents.com
Michael McDonald This Christmas,
An Evening of Holiday & Hits
Tuesday, December 17 at 8 pm
Peter White Christmas
featuring Rick Braun & Mindi Abair
Wednesday, December 18 at 8 pm
Golden Dragon Acrobats
Friday, December 20 at 7:30 pm
Gregg Allman and JJ Grey & Mofro
Tuesday, December 31 at 9 pm
R iver C lub
B oard of
D irectors
2013-2014
President
Kevin E. Hyde
Vice President
Tyra Tutor
Secretary
R. Travis Storey
Immediate
Past President
Thomas M. Van Berkel
Herbert H. Peyton
Jason Burnett
Vickie Cavey
Bruce Chappell
W.C. Gentry
Z. Mincek
Russell B. Newton III
Timothy D. Payne
Fitzhugh Powell, Jr.
John A. Whitner
*As a convenience, The River
Club gladly provides members
complimentary transportation to and
from the Times-Union Center and The
Florida Theatre.
Florida Theatre
355-5661
www.floridatheatre.com
One Independent Drive
Suite 3500
Jacksonville, FL 32202
Phone: 354-1111
For Accounting
questions, please call
273-7754
EXECUTIVE STAFF - The River Club
Chris A. Miller, General Manager
Sarah Small, Regional Membership Director, Gate City Clubs
Allison Culpepper, Event Sales Director
Amanda Juneau, Event Sales Coordinator
Darek Stennes, Executive Chef
Michael Greenan, Dining Room Manager
Jeremy Bonifas, Banquet Manager
Samantha Nader, Marketing Coordinator
SUN
1
MON
TUE
2
3
Lunch
11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.
8
9
Brunch with Santa
11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Gingerbread House
Decorating
Noon – 2 p.m.
15
16
22
23
29
30
SAT
12
Bistro Menu 4 : 3 0 - 9 p . m .
13
14
B ist ro M en u 4 : 3 0 - 8 p . m .
18
19
Bistro Menu 4 : 3 0 - 9 p . m .
20
21
B ist ro M en u 4 : 3 0 - 8 p . m .
25
26
Bistro Menu 4 : 3 0 - 9 p . m .
27
28
7
Lunch
11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Prime Rib Special
Lunch
Seafood Buffet
Champagne Tasting Bar Open 4:30–8 p.m.
6 – 9 p.m.
11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.
6
–
9
p.m.
6:30 p.m.
Live Music
Bar Open 4:30–9 p.m. Bar Open 4:30–9 p.m. Bar Open 4:30–9 p.m.
5 –7 p.m.
Live Music
Live Music
Bar Open 4:30–8 p.m.
5 –7 p.m.
5 –7 p.m.
Lunch
11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Lunch
11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Lunch
Prime Rib Special
Theatre: Flashdance
11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. Seafood Buffet 6-9 p.m.
6 – 9 p.m.
Bar
Open
4:30–8
p.m.
Bar Open 4:30–8 p.m.
Bar
Open
4:30–9
p.m.
Live Music
Bar Open 4:30–9 p.m.
Bar Open 4:30–9 p.m.
Live Music
5 –7 p.m.
Live Music
5 –7 p.m.
5 –7 p.m.
Lunch
11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Lunch
11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Lunch
11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Lunch
Prime Rib Special
Seafood Buffet
11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.
6 – 9 p.m.
6
–
9
p.m.
Bar Open 4:30–8 p.m. Bar Open 4:30–8 p.m.
Bar
Open
4:30–9
p.m.
Live Music
Bar Open 4:30–9 p.m.
Bar Open 4:30–9 p.m.
Live Music
5 –7 p.m.
Live Music
5 –7 p.m.
5 –7 p.m.
Lunch
11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Christmas Eve Buffet
5 – 7 p.m.
31
Lunch
11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.
FRI
B ist ro M en u 4 : 3 0 - 8 p . m .
11
4
Lunch
11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.
24
Lunch
11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.
THURS
6
17
Lunch
11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.
WED
5
Lunch
11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.
10
Lunch
11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.
EXECUTIVE STAFF - Gate Hospitality Group
Dale Haney, President
Andy Radovic, Vice President of Marketing
Joan Sykora, Vice President of Membership Sales
Steven Jones, Vice President of Food & Beverage
Christian Peterson, Vice President of Finance
William Ackland, Controller
Michael Harris, Director of Human Resources
Bill David, Director of Training
Scott Stephens, Director of Purchasing
New Years Eve
Celebration
8 p.m. – 12:30 a.m.
Club Closed
Lunch
11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Lunch
Prime Rib Special
Seafood Buffet
11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.
6 – 9 p.m.
6 – 9 p.m.
Bar Open 4:30–9 p.m. Bar Open 4:30–9 p.m.
Bar Open 4:30–9 p.m.
Live Music
Live Music
5 –7 p.m.
5 –7 p.m.
Bistro Menu 4 : 3 0 - 9 p . m .
Dining Events
Club Events
December 2013
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