Grumpy’s restaurant in OP helps feed the community

Kindly take a look and consider giving to:

Help Others:
Give A Breakfast | Give A Lunch
A Grumpy's Community Action Campaign Supporting Healthcare Workers, First Responders And Those In Need In Clay County.

Please consider HELPING OTHERS by contributing to GRUMPY'S GIVE A BREAKFAST or GIVE A LUNCH community campaign.  They're delivering your contributions to people working on the front lines like doctors, nurses, and first responders as well as the less fortunate in our Clay County community.

STEP 1
CHOOSE FROM 2 EASYWAYS TO GIVE:
1 | Via Take Out or Curbside Pick-Up
2 | Via Phone (904) 215-1956

STEP 2
SELECT DESIRED AMOUNT TO GIVE ($10 PER PERSON) & COMPLETE TRANSACTION

STEP 3
THEY PREPARE & DELIVER
The Grumpy’s team will prepare the gifted food and deliver to hospital workers and first responders as well as underserved members of our local community.

“This Community Action Campaign is helping Grumpy’s serve healthcare workers, first responders and underserved members of the Clay County community.  This program is creating ‘impact upon impact’ that brings our food and community love to people working the front line and to those in need.  Not only are your gifts helping us continue to live into our company’s core values and mission, but you are ensuring that our team members can come to work every day in service to what lights their fire while taking care of their own families.”

Grumpy's Restaurant Company, LLC
834 Kingsley Avenue
Orange Park, FL 32073
Store: (904) 215-1956
www.GrumpysRestaurantCo.com

‘Grumpy's’ Food Giveaway!

(Update: Monday April 6, 2020). The Giveaway was a complete success.  Please follow Grump's on their Facebook page for further news.  You may also order online by going to their website, or calling them at the number below.

April 3, 2020 kicked off Grumpy's 1st Annual Produce & Pantry Giveaway!  Every day they will set-up their Grumpy's Tent & Tables outside and give away Produce & Pantry items to their Orange Park Community, Staff Members, Friends, Family and Anyone In Need.

Grumpy’s would like to thank their food providers: “Chaney Brothers Foods” and “Sysco Foods”, for being kind enough to donate produce to our community and help kick start their giveaway.

Daily from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.!

Grumpy’s Restaurant
834 Kingsley Ave.
Orange Park, FL 32073
(904) 215-1956

Grumpy’s Restaurant receives six ‘Bold City Best’ awards

Noted as Jacksonville’s “Best Kept Secret”, Grumpy’s Restaurant recently earned six “Bold City Best” awards, presented by The Florida Times-Union and Jacksonville.com.  The traditional full-service Americana breakfast diner is a local favorite that brought home awards for their food, work environment, and leadership.

Grumpy’s won the most awards for the night out of any other nominees, earning “Best Restaurant Overall”, “Best Breakfast”, “Best Crab Cakes”, “Best Kept Secret”, “Best Place to work (Medium, 25-99 employees)”, and President and CEO Daniel DeLeon was presented with the “Mover & Shaker of the Year” award, beating fellow nominee and Jacksonville Jaguars owner, Shahid Kahn.

“We were really honored to be nominated and selected for all of these categories,” DeLeon said.  “Jacksonville holds such a special place in our heart and it’s very rewarding to hear that the community feels the same way about us.  We are more inspired and motivated than ever to deliver the best experience to the people of Jacksonville and North East Florida.  We hope to continue to impact the community and serve all: excellent home-style cooking, with sweet southern hospitality at a working-class price.”

LOCATION: Grumpy’s Restaurant
       834 Kingsley Ave.
       Orange Park, FL 32073
       (904) 215-1956

‘Grumpy’s Restaurant’ commitment to you

A letter to the people of Jacksonville, Orange Park and the surrounding counties in Florida.

"To Our Valued Guest:

We understand the growing concern surrounding Coronavirus (COVID-19) across our communities, and our hearts go out to all those who've been impacted.  The health and safety of our guests, as well as team members, remains a top priority at Grumpy’s Restaurant.  As this situation evolves and we move toward opening our dining rooms, we want to assure you that we are taking significant precautionary measures and adhering to recommendations from public health officials, as well as continuing to maintain our high standards of cleanliness and sanitation.

Along with our multifunctional task force that includes key leaders across the organization who meet daily to ensure we continue to address all facets of this developing situation.  We are also actively working with our safety experts, vendors and suppliers to ensure that we can continue to offer you the best breakfast, lunch and brunch offerings.

In addition to reinforcing good hygiene practices recommended by the CDC with our team members, we have also adopted the CDC recommendation for a detailed heath screening and temperature check prior to each employee shift.  In addition, all back of house employees are required to wear face coverings at all times.  We have also added six hand sanitizer stations in our restaurant for both employees and guest.  We increased the frequency of our already stringent cleaning and sanitation procedures in every department of the organization.  For example, bathroom cleaning and sanitation has been increased from every hour to every 30 minutes of operational hours.  We have closed our in-restaurant waiting area and created a new outside waiting area.  We have also increased the frequency of cleanings, and are providing supplemental supplies to our team members.

We are monitoring the situation closely and will continue to modify our processes to maintain the highest levels of cleanliness and sanitation in our restaurant.

We look forward to exceeding your expectations and continuing to deliver an unsurpassed dining experience in a warm, welcoming and safe environment.

Sincerely,

Daniel DeLeon
President & CEO Grumpy's Restaurant Company, LLC"
Grumpy’s Restaurant
834 Kingsley Ave.
Orange Park, FL 32073
(904) 215-1956

Alhambra releases 2022 season shows

The Alhambra Theatre & Dining announced today its schedule for the 2022 season. The Broadway classic, Guys and Dolls will open on January 13, marking the Alhambra's 53rd season and continuing its run as the longest running dinner theater in the United States. Guys and Dolls will run through February 13, 2021, with the rest of the season setting up as follows:

“The Play That Goes Wrong” (Feb 17 - Mar 13)
“Rock of Ages” (March 24 - May 1)
“42nd Street” (May 12 - June 12)
“The Wizard of Oz” (June 16 - July 31)
“Grumpy Old Men” (August 11 - Sept 18)
“Ghost the Musical” (Sept 29 - Nov 6)
“White Christmas” (Nov 17 - Dec24)

Four of those shows have never been mounted at the Alhambra including: ‟The Play That Goes Wrong”, “Rock of Ages”, “Grumpy Old Men” and “Ghost the Musical”. Alhambra’s Managing Partner Craig Smith says, "We're feeling triumphant going into 2022 and are eager to use theme our season; Now on with the Shows.” He continued, "The past two seasons have been a challenge to say the least and we made it through. So why not celebrate while we can? These shows are all upbeat, fun and interesting and we cannot wait to kick off the year!"

Despite being open at only 50% capacity for most of 2021, the Alhambra had plenty to celebrate. The venerable theater received the Helen Lane Award from the Cultural Council of Great Jacksonville for its contribution to the arts. The Alhambra was lauded for staying open to employ its 72 staffers and, as Smith put it, "To continue providing the respite from our collective daily grind, because that's what art is meant to do."

In addition to the accolades from the Cultural Council, the Alhambra received awards as the best live theater in the Jacksonville Magazine a Best of Jacksonville poll and the Bold City Best nod from the Florida Times Union. Executive Chef DeJuan Roy also received the award for Best Chef of the Bold City.

Alhambra’s Theatre & Dining tickets start at just $48 and include a three-course meal that changes for each show, a Broadway-style performance and complimentary parking. Tickets can be purchases online at www.alhambrajax.com or by calling 904.641.1212.

LOCATION: Alhambra Theater & Dining
       12000 Beach Blvd.
       Jacksonville, Florida 32246
       (904) 641-1212

Fun out from the sun at the Florida Theatre for July 2017

So many people say that there’s nothing to do in Jacksonville, Florida.  Well, we’re here to let you know that there are movies, musical groups, comedy stars, dancers, concerts, tribute shows and much more in a cool exciting environment for you and many for your children too.  The Florida Theatre is the downtown spot that you would want to check out in the next few months.  Look below, make notes in your calendar and get your tickets today.

July 2017 Schedule:
July 7 & 8 Katt Williams – Great America Tour
July 9   Classic Movie: Casino Royale 50th Anniversary
July 13  Ted Nugent
July 14  Pure Prairie League, Firefall and Orleans
July 16  Classic Movie: A League of Their Own – 25th Anniversary
July 21  Sinbad
July 23  Classic Movie: Scent of A Woman -  25th Anniversary
July 29  Elvis Anniversary Bash Starring Mike Albert, Scot Bruce and the Big E Band
July 30  Classic Movie: Cool Hand Luke 50th Anniversary

July 7 & 8 – 8 p.m. Katt Williams – Great America Tour — Stand- up comedian Katt Williams will be recording both of his Florida Theatre shows as part of his Great American Tour DVD.  As an actor, Williams has appeared in the comedic box office hits; Money Mike, Friday After Next, Rebound and Epic Movie.  Pre-party package at LIVE Bar available with a ticket purchase.

July 9- 2 p.m. Regions Summer Movie Classics: Casino Royale 50th Anniversary — Ridiculous circumstances get iconic spy James Bond (David Niven) involved with a colorful cast of characters, including the villainous Le Chiffre (Orson Welles), seasoned gambler Evelyn Tremble (Peter Sellers) and Bond’s bumbling nephew, Jimmy Bond (Woody Allen).  Sponsored by Regions Bank. Media Sponsor The Florida Times Union. Digital Projector Sponsored by AVL.

July 13- 8 p.m. Ted Nugent — The ultimate guitar-shredding showman, Ted Nugent, is known for his groundbreaking Amboy Dukes’ hit: “Journey to the Center of the Mind,” and classic hits “Stranglehold,” “Cat Scratch Fever,” and “Fred Bear.”

July 14- 8 p.m. Pure Prairie League, Firefall and Orleans — It’s an evening of Southern 70’s rock hits with Pure Prairie League: (“Amie,” “That’ll Be The Day,” and “Let Me Love You Tonight) Firefall (You Are The Woman,” “Strange Way” and “Just Remember I Love You”) and Orleans (“Still the One” and “Dance With Me”).

July 16 -2 p.m. Region Summer Movie Classics A League of Their Own – 25th Anniversary  Funded by publicity hungry candy maker Walter Harvey (Gary Marshall), a professional all-female baseball league springs up in the Midwest. On their way to fame, sisters Dottie Hinson (Geena Davis) and Kit Keller (Lori Petty), wild girl Mae Mordibeto (Madonna), scout Ernie Capadino (Jon Lovitz) and grumpy has-been coach Jimmy Dugan (Tom Hanks) find themselves surrounded by drama and troubles.  Come early to meet the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp Mascot Scampi.  All children wearing their little league or team uniforms receive free movie entry.  Sponsored by Regions Bank.  Media Sponsor The Florida Times Union. Digital Projector Sponsored by AVL.

July 21- 8 p.m. Sinbad Ranked by Comedy Central as one of the 100 Greatest Standups of All Time, actor and comedian Sinbad has starred in two Comedy Central specials, four HBO comedy specials and appeared in: the Jingle All The Way and Good Burger, and on the FX super series, It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia.

July 23- 2 p.m. Regions Summer Movie Classics Scent of A Woman -25th Anniversary — Charlie Simms (Chris O’Donnell) is a scholarship student at an exclusive prep school. To pay for a flight home at Christmas, Charlie accepts a temporary job over the Thanksgiving weekend looking after retired Army Ranger Lieutenant Colonel Frank Slade (Al Pacino).  Pacino won the Academy Award for Best Actor for his performance.  Sponsored by Regions Bank. Media Sponsor The Florida Times Union. Digital Projector Sponsored by AVL.

July 29- 7 p.m. Elvis Anniversary Bash Starring Mike Albert, Scot Bruce and the Big E Band — This annual summer concert stars world-class Elvis impersonators Mike Albert and Scot Bruce along with the Big E Band to celebrate Elvis Presley’s historic 1956 Florida Theatre concert.

July 30- 2 p.m. Cool Hand Luke 50th Anniversary — When Luke Jackson (Paul Newman)  is arrested for vandalizing parking meters, he is sentenced to serve time on a prison chain gang. Although the warden, guards and prisoners all try to break Luke’s spirit, he eventually earns their respect and the respect of his fellow inmates by refusing to back down in a fight and figuring out a way for them to get their hard labor done in half the time.  Sponsored by Regions Bank. Media Sponsor The Florida Times Union. Digital Projector Sponsored by AVL.  Enjoy gourmet ice pops from Hyppo.

“Florida Theatre July 2017 events”
LOCATION: Florida Theatre
      128 E. Forsyth St.
      Jacksonville, FL 32202

TICKETS: Vary with each show and seat preference.  Order online or call the box office (904) 355-2787, Monday — Friday from 9 a.m. –5 p.m.

‘50 Years of Rock and Roll’ will be at the Times-Union Ctr.

With a cast consisting of stars from Broadway's greatest rock musicals, as well as incredible Rock & Roll singers, Neil Berg shares the often-unknown stories from the fifty-year history of the music that changed the world forever. Neil Berg's “50 YEARS OF ROCK AND ROLL” will rock the Times-Union Center on November 16, 2021.

From the progenitors of Rock and Roll in the 1940s, through the glory years of the '50s, '60s, and '70s, up until MTV in the early '80s, Neil Berg's 50 Years of Rock & Roll uses fascinating stories and groundbreaking music, with tributes to such important and iconic rock stars/groups/genres as: Chuck Berry, Little Richard, Elvis Presley, Ray Charles, Buddy Holly, Bob Dylan, Frankie Valli, The Beatles, Beach Boys, Motown, Aretha Franklin, The Who, Janis Joplin, Woodstock, Simon & Garfunkel, Carole King, Led Zeppelin, Elton John, Stevie Wonder, Billy Joel, Aerosmith, Linda Ronstadt, Bruce Springsteen, Eagles, Fleetwood Mac, Disco, New Wave, Journey, and others!

Neil Berg is the composer/co-lyricist of the HENRY award-winning, Broadway-bound musical THE 12, written with Pulitzer Prize/Tony-winning playwright, Robert Schenkkan, which premiered at The Denver Center. He also composed Grumpy Old Men: The Musical, which opened to rave reviews for its U.S. Premieres at The Ogunquit Playhouse in Maine, and La Mirada Theatre in LA, and can now be seen all across the country. His other musicals include the hit Off-Broadway musical The Prince and the Pauper, Tim and Scrooge, which ran at the Westchester Broadway Theatre in NY, Never Grimm, and The Man Who Would Be King. Neil is the creator/co-producer of the #1 Broadway touring concert in America, Neil Berg's 100 Years of Broadway, as well as Neil Berg's 50 Years of Rock & Roll and Neil Berg's Pianomen. He is the co-producer of the Off-Broadway Alliance Award-Winning revival of Closer Than Ever.

“50 Years of Rock and Roll”

DATE: Nov. 16, 2021
TIME: 7:30 p.m.

TICKETS:$75 – $32.50 are on sale NOW at fscjartistseries.org or by phone at (904) 632-5000. Join the eClub to receive presale and on sale notifications for all FSCJ Artist Series events. Get more info at fscjartistseries.org/e-club. Groups of 10 or more receive a discount. Call 904-642-5050 for more group information.

LOCATION: Times Union Center Performing Arts
      Moran Theater
      300 West Water St.
      Jacksonville, FL 32202
      (904) 632-5000

Keep avoiding the ‘Sunday Family Fiasco’ in 2015 and beyond

This piece was written by David Beckwith, and this writer uses it with her seminars on “The Confident Woman”.  One of my readers requested information on time management, nonetheless, the same situations could happen in Detroit, Jacksonville, Philadelphia, Bitburg or any city – maybe even in your town - but don’t you allow it!

The chance of things going haywire on a Sunday morning is at least seven times greater than on any other morning of the week.  Dead car batteries, hot water that is cold, milk that is sour, wet underwear, clogged toilets, stuck zippers, stained suits, cologne mistaken for mouthwash, lost Bibles, curling irons that hiss, nylons that run, sick puppies, power failures touchy tempers, grumpy attitudes, and daylight-saving time.  Thieves break in on Saturday nights just to steal one of a nicely matched pair of socks.

I chuckle at my childhood memories.  We lived only one block from church, but it took three and a half hours, 97 gallons of water, and three cars to move eight Beckwiths from their beds, through the shower, and to the front door of the church.  Moving the children of Israel from Egypt to the Promised Land was a piece of cake in comparison.

To begin with, Sunday mornings were marred by a notable family tradition, a siesta soak in the tub.  Leisurely draw the bath water, lock the door to the only bathroom in the house, and soak while reading the jokes in Reader's Digest or clipping your nails.  How the bathroom door survived the brutal beatings I'll never know.  Tempers flared at the thug in the tub.  "Aren't you done in there yet? Come on, open up!"  "Hurry up!  Church is going to dismiss any minute now."  "Do you want dinner served in there?"  Even telegrams from the White House were ignored.

Church stated at 9:45.  A Beckwith normally arrived every 10 or 15 minutes between 9:30 and 10:30.  Nice schedule for an airline terminal, but not a church.

Let's sharpen the focus on the Sunday family fiasco.  What really is happening?

First, God is not honored.  Attitudes for proper worship are formed in advance.  Isaiah spoke of those who worshiped the Lord with their lips while their hearts were far from God (Isa. 29:13).  It is next to impossible to worship God with the latest family feud still on your mind.

Second, God's Spirit is hindered.  Enthusiastic song leaders grow discouraged trying to lead people who are still steaming over cross words fired 15 minutes ago.  My family's late arrival was discourteous and disrupted the service.

Third, hypocrisy is promoted--harsh words one moment followed by blessing God the next.  "Out of the same mouth come praise and cursing.  My brothers, this should not be" (James 3:10).

So what can be done to arrive for church on time with a minimum of frustration?  Have the kids sleep in the car?  Camp out in the church parking lot?

Call a family conference to discuss the problem and discover solutions:

Allow each person to explain his or her Sunday frustrations and offer suggestions, but don't allow accusations to fly: "Yes, but you are always…"  Write the plan down.

Guard Saturday night functions:

Late Saturday nights are the prelude to a chaotic Sunday morning.  Plan to get to bed early.  "Early to bed, early to rise, makes Sundays a pleasant surprise."

Plan ahead:

It wasn't raining when Noah built the ark.  Set out clothes, shoes, socks, diaper bags, strollers, and Bibles ahead of time.  Set the Sunday breakfast table on Saturday night.  If sufficient hot water is a problem, schedule some family members for Saturday night baths.  Dad, help Mom get the kids ready and breakfast prepared. This is particularly important when the children are small.  She'll love you for it.

Start the day with some Christian music:

It really makes a difference.  Set a departure time that doesn't require split-second timing and race-car driving.

Plan to arrive five to ten minutes early:

At our home, we set a departure time five minutes prior to the time we must.  Anyone not in the car five minutes after scheduled departure time does the dishes for the next meal.  So far, Dad has done the dishes more often than anyone else.

Expect the unexpected:

Satan will do his utmost to hinder your worship of God.  Reaffirm your commitment to fellowship with God's people, "Let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds.  Let us not give up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but let us encourage one another--and all the more as you see the Day approaching" (Heb. 10:24-25).

When you arrive for church early, spend those moments in prayer and reading your Bible.  Ask God to speak to you.  He will!  I should add, if you find yourself running late on a Sunday, don't stay away.  Just quietly slip in, smile at the usher, and hold up your watch and shake it.  He'll understand.  We've all been there.  By: David Beckwith, Library Thing.

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