Issue 258, December 9, 2024
Thank You for a Memorable Holiday Party!
I want to express my heartfelt gratitude to everyone who attended our annual Holiday Party. It was a joy to see so many of you there celebrating together. A special thank-you goes to Diane Ackerman, whose dedication and countless hours of planning made this event truly unforgettable.
If you couldn’t make it, we missed you! The feedback has been overwhelmingly positive, with many of you sharing your kind words about the evening.
Additional thanks to:
- Adam Canni for the stunning table centerpieces and balloons,
- Wayne Baker for the delicious dessert cakes,
- Anne Urban for organizing the casino tables and festive decorations,
- Gloria Venson for helping with money collection
- Michael Best of Tech Support Jacksonville and Matt Carlucci of State Farm for sponsoring the open bar.
I’m also incredibly grateful to the many businesses that generously donated prizes—your support is what makes our events so special.
Looking Ahead: Christmas Kids Shopping Spree
Our next event is the much-anticipated annual Christmas Kids Shopping Spree, and it’s shaping up to be another record-breaking year! We expect to host over 50 disadvantaged kids, each of whom will receive $150 to spend at Target.
We still need more volunteers to help escort the children during their shopping spree through Target. Speaking from personal experience, this event is truly heartwarming, and you will be blessed by the joy and gratitude of these kids.
Please reach out if you’d like to join us in making this year’s Shopping Spree the best one yet!
Thank you for your continued support and generosity.
Warm regards,
Mike Best
2024 President