JBA Young Lawyers Section President Kirby Oberdorfer
Spring is the best time of year in Jacksonville because of the beautiful flower blooms and longer, warmer days during Daylight Savings Time. This spring, the Young Lawyers Section (YLS) has planned the following fun and exciting events to enjoy during our beautiful spring weather:
Sixth annual “Run for Cover!” charity fun run/walk: April 3 beginning at 6 p.m. at Riverside Park to benefit the Florida Skin Cancer Foundation.
This family-fun event features a 5K run/walk along the St. Johns River and free skin cancer screenings by local dermatologists for “Run for Cover!” participants, volunteers and spectators. “Run for Cover!” is open to all members of the Jacksonville Bar Association (JBA) and members of the local community. It is great opportunity to enjoy spending time with your friends, family, coworkers and fellow YLS members and support the Florida Skin Cancer Foundation, a wonderful charity dedicated to the prevention and treatment of skin cancer.
Following the run/walk, all participants and spectators will enjoy a festive post-race celebration with food, beverages, live music and an awards ceremony. Awards will be given to the top individuals in each age group, as well as to the company or firm with (1) the most runners competing in the “Run for Cover!,” (2) the most runners finishing in the top three of each age group, and (3) the most spirit.
You may register for “Run for Cover!” in person at any First Place Sports location or online at www.1stplacesports.com. For additional information regarding Run for Cover, please contact Christian George at 634-1100.
YLS April Happy Hour: April 20 from 5-7 p.m. at Dos Gatos on Forsyth Street across from the Florida Theater.
The YLS Happy Hours offer YLS members a great opportunity to relax and have fun while networking with other members. The April Happy Hour will begin immediately following the swearing-in ceremony for attorneys being admitted to the Florida Bar in Jacksonville. All members of the JBA are invited to attend. Please join the YLS in celebrating with the newest members of the JBA and welcoming them to our outstanding organization.
Rendezvous on the River: April 22 from 5:30-8:30 p.m. at River City Brewing Company
“Rendezvous on the River” is a celebration held during Law Week for professionals to have fun and mingle in support of a very important charitable cause. Proceeds from this year’s “Rendezvous on the River” will directly benefit the Dreams Come True organization.
Attendees will enjoy live music, heavy hors d’oeuvres and a raffle while mingling with friends and coworkers on the deck of River City Brewing Company overlooking the beautiful St. John’s River. Tickets are $15 per person and all professionals in the Jacksonville community are invited to attend.
In addition to these events, the YLS will also offer the following Sports Leagues during the Spring. Each league is open to all members of the JBA. Please contact Rick Britton, YLS Sports League Commissioner, if you have any additional questions.
YLS Flag Football League:
beginning Monday, April 19
Registration deadline is April 2. The games will be held at 9A and Baymeadows Road.
YLS Co-Ed Golf League:
beginning in April.
Each golf team will be comprised of two members and one alternate and will play nine holes of golf during each match. Matches will take place on Thursday evenings at various local golf courses.
YLS Co-Ed Bowling League:
beginning May 3 at Phoenix Lanes on Blanding Boulevard.
Come out and join the first inaugural YLS bowling league!! This co-ed league will consist of 10-20 teams that will compete in weekly games for nine weeks. Each team will be comprised of two male and two female players.
Please visit the YLS Facebook page or the Jacksonville Bar Association’s Web site, www.jaxbar.org, if you would like to learn more about the YLS or obtain additional information about these events. We look forward to your participation in the YLS this spring!