{"id":220977,"date":"2026-04-06T19:49:09","date_gmt":"2026-04-06T19:49:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/220977\/"},"modified":"2026-04-06T19:49:09","modified_gmt":"2026-04-06T19:49:09","slug":"40th-annual-celebrity-chefs-tasting-and-silent-auction-takes-place-this-week","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/220977\/","title":{"rendered":"40th Annual Celebrity Chefs Tasting and Silent Auction takes place this week"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 bYFsJw cuqaEv article-text\">JACKSONVILLE, Fla. \u2013 It\u2019s a Jacksonville favorite with a purpose.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 bYFsJw cuqaEv article-text\">The 40th Annual Celebrity Chefs Tasting and Silent Auction is back\u2014and while the food always draws a crowd, it\u2019s the mission behind it that truly matters.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 bYFsJw cuqaEv article-text\">NeeCee Lee, past president of the Salvation Army Women\u2019s Auxiliary\u2014the group helping power this event year after year shares a deeper look.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 bYFsJw cuqaEv article-text\">Watch the full interview above.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 bYFsJw cuqaEv article-text\">The Celebrity Chefs Tasting and Silent Auction is happening Thursday at the Prime Osborn Convention Center from 10:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 bYFsJw cuqaEv article-text\">Every ticket helps The Salvation Army continue serving families right here in our community.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 nALdY copyright\">Copyright 2026 by WJXT News4JAX &#8211; All rights reserved.<\/p>\n<p>About the AuthorMelanie Lawson headshot<a class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__LinkBase-sc-1fnzlkn-9 eUojqd gMnWPT\" href=\"https:\/\/www.news4jax.com\/team\/2PKPEJLEZBGLHIFSIPMT6RB7NE\/\" title=\"View Melanie Lawson&#039;s full profile\" itemprop=\"url\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Melanie Lawson<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 gnunoy bOlrXa\">Anchor on The Morning Show team and reporter specializing on health issues.<\/p>\n<p>Washington Post Editorial Board blasts Jaguars stadium deal after Orlando announcement<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 kSMyDq jdBbpv\">\u25b6 1:39<\/p>\n<p>Washington Post Editorial Board blasts Jaguars stadium deal after Orlando announcementBeneficial rain forecasted later this week<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 kSMyDq jdBbpv\">\u25b6 1:13<\/p>\n<p>Beneficial rain forecasted later this week\u2018$20 for 8 Wings?\u2019: San Marco wing restaurant faces backlash, answers community questions<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 kSMyDq jdBbpv\">\u25b6 0:40<\/p>\n<p>\u2018$20 for 8 Wings?\u2019: San Marco wing restaurant faces backlash, answers community questionsNAS Jacksonville, Fort Stewart among bases that could see new firearms policy<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 kSMyDq jdBbpv\">\u25b6 1:16<\/p>\n<p>NAS Jacksonville, Fort Stewart among bases that could see new firearms policyAt Goodwill Industries of North Florida, donating is easier than ever with 25+ donation centers<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 kSMyDq jdBbpv\">\u25b6 0:53<\/p>\n<p>At Goodwill Industries of North Florida, donating is easier than ever with 25+ donation centersJacksonville family honors Kenance \u201cTiger\u201d Bronson with Easter giveaway<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 kSMyDq jdBbpv\">\u25b6 0:45<\/p>\n<p>Jacksonville family honors Kenance \u201cTiger\u201d Bronson with Easter giveawayDCPS is set to lose $3.2 million in state funds that helps students save on college<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 kSMyDq jdBbpv\">\u25b6 1:45<\/p>\n<p>DCPS is set to lose $3.2 million in state funds that helps students save on collegeJacksonville Beach wedding becomes viral moment during \u2018Senior Skip Day\u2019<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 kSMyDq jdBbpv\">\u25b6 0:59<\/p>\n<p>Jacksonville Beach wedding becomes viral moment during \u2018Senior Skip Day\u2019Family of child injured in school bus crash on Zoo Parkway plans to pursue legal action<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 kSMyDq jdBbpv\">\u25b6 1:50<\/p>\n<p>Family of child injured in school bus crash on Zoo Parkway plans to pursue legal actionSt. Johns County\u2019s LAMP program sets sights on 5 properties after missing last year\u2019s top priority<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 kSMyDq jdBbpv\">\u25b6 1:07<\/p>\n<p>St. Johns County\u2019s LAMP program sets sights on 5 properties after missing last year\u2019s top prioritySimple safety habits to help Jacksonville drivers stay in their lane, avoid trouble spots<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 kSMyDq jdBbpv\">\u25b6 1:21<\/p>\n<p>Simple safety habits to help Jacksonville drivers stay in their lane, avoid trouble spotsLocal businesses anticipate impacts from Pearl Street Square development<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 kSMyDq jdBbpv\">\u25b6 1:20<\/p>\n<p>Local businesses anticipate impacts from Pearl Street Square developmentDCPS open doors to showcase career, technology programs after TikTok petition<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 kSMyDq jdBbpv\">\u25b6 1:01<\/p>\n<p>DCPS open doors to showcase career, technology programs after TikTok petitionReady for some fun at the Clay County Fair?<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 kSMyDq jdBbpv\">\u25b6 1:16<\/p>\n<p>Ready for some fun at the Clay County Fair?Parents shocked after semi slams rear end of school bus carrying kindergartners<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 kSMyDq jdBbpv\">\u25b6 0:40<\/p>\n<p>Parents shocked after semi slams rear end of school bus carrying kindergartnersFlorida\u2019s SAVE Act to change voter registration rule<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 kSMyDq jdBbpv\">\u25b6 1:40<\/p>\n<p>Florida\u2019s SAVE Act to change voter registration ruleThe Clay County Fair is officially open! 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