Membership Newsletter
April 2015
St. Petersburg Yacht Club
Smooth
Sailing
Congratulations to Coach Todd Fedyszyn for being selected as US Sailing's 2014 Development Coach of the Year!
IN THIS ISSUE: Easter Events at the Club • Regata Del Sol al Sol Bon Voyage Party Membership Information • Special Events • Weekly Specials ON TAMPA BAY
SAILING CAPITAL OF THE SOUTH
COMMODORE’S LOG Chapter 6 – Commodore’s Log…star date February 5, 2015, the boating world lost an intergalactic personality, friend, sailor, designer, father, grandfather and husband…Ted Irwin…we will miss him greatly but his presence will be felt at our Club for many generations to come. Consistent with Ted’s inspiration, the month of March once again rolled out some great sailing events. Forty-four Thistles arrived mostly from north of the frozen wall and experienced a well-run regatta by Susan Wallace and Karen Park. The Thistle organization has its collective head on very straight… as a group, they funded the entry fees for 4 young crews from up north who otherwise would not have attended. This type of paying forward is what keeps this great class alive and growing after 60 years of racing at our Club. And the Lightning Class held its 68th Winter Championship a few weeks ago attended by approximately 55 loyal boats and over 165 sailors. Thank you to Kathy Ahern for chairing that event with Tom Farquhar as the principal race officer and thanks to the many other volunteers, too numerous to list. The incoming tide of SPYC laurels was recently marked by our own Todd Fedyszyn who was named US Sailing Development Coach of the Year. This award is coveted by hundreds of junior sailing coaches in the US and recognizes what we and our junior sailors and parents have known for many years. Of course, his wife, Genoa, must be mentioned in the same breath. Thank you and congratulations to the entire family. Please mark your calendars for our annual Yachting Recognition award program (organized by Karen Park) on May 19 in the evening. This will be a perfect opportunity to honor Todd and many others. Yes, as you receive this edition of the Smooth Sailing, the Grand Prix is over. Say good bye to the barricades and barbed wire for another 11 months. I hope all race lovers got to watch from our festooned Club, both inside and out. No doubt the international TV community got some gorgeous views of St. Pete and hopefully it will bring more happy visitors to the area. The real economic impact of the race is a tricky
calculation, but we are confident that the collective impact of over 800 sailing races and the plethora of social events at our Club throughout the year easily rivals those numbers. All communities require a variety of economic engines and I am pleased that St Pete can host such a spectacular racing event (for 11 years) and I am equally pleased that our Club and the other boating organizations in St. Pete can annually continue to draw tens of thousands of people to this area (for 105 years). Upcoming April events include Suncoast Raceweek and the Regata del Sol al Sol race to Mexico. Some of our newly schooled race managers continue to receive great mentoring by the veterans and I thank all of you for your passion. Not sure what came first…the race or the race committee…but what I do know is that we need both. This is a reminder to check out the race management classes being offered at the Club. Along the same lines, you should consider the upcoming 2-day Safety at Sea seminar. Your Strategic Planning group is continuing its quest and is planning to complete the task by early summer. This is also a reminder to review the Executive Summary of our Club Survey (on the website or from the business office). Your record-breaking response merits repeating. Meanwhile, many of us Golfed, Reached, Shot, Ate, Wined, Cruised, Flew, Radioed, Saltied, Womaned, Ladied, Sailed, Fished, Biked, Triviad and Singled. What an interesting bunch of people….we should create our own country. Who’s with me? …and we could have our own congress. Never mind. I am totally fine just being the Sailing Capital of the South. See you at the next mark.
The Mission of St. Petersburg Yacht Club is to encourage and support yachting, and provide a comfortable social environment for our members and guests, while preserving and enhancing the Club’s traditions and prestige. 2
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Membership Tenure Has Its Privileges The St. Petersburg Yacht Club has many loyal long term members and we’ve recently been asked what the benefits are for those who have reached these milestones in membership….
Gold - 40 Years of Continuous Membership • 10% discount on lunch and dinner entrees in Grille 1909 & the Commodore Room • 10% discount on purchases in the Ship’s Locker • Issuance of a special lapel pin identifying a member of their 40 years of loyal membership • Invitation to the Annual Gold & Platinum Member Party held at the Club
Platinum - 50 Years of Continuous Membership • 15% discount on lunch and dinner entrees in Grille 1909 & the Commodore Room • 10% discount on the food cost for Private Banquet Events planned through the Catering Department. • 10% discount on purchases in the Ship’s Locker • Issuance of a special lapel pin identifying a member for their 50 years of loyal membership • Invitation to the Annual Gold & Platinum Member Party held at the Club
Platinum Plus - 55 Years of Continuous Membership • 15% discount on Annual Membership Dues • 15% discount on lunch and dinner entrees in Grille 1909 & the Commodore Room • 10% discount on the food cost for Private Banquet Events planned through the Catering Department. • 10% discount on purchases in the Ship’s Locker • Issuance of a special lapel pin identifying a member for their 50 years of loyal membership • Invitation to the Annual Gold & Platinum Member Party held at the Club Members who qualify are those who have maintained continuous membership over their years. Updates to these membership categories occur at that change of the Club’s fiscal year, which is October 1st. REMINDER: SPYC HAS TRANSITIONED TO PAPERLESS BILLING EFFECTIVE APRIL 1ST. BE SURE TO CHECK YOUR EMAILS FOR YOUR STATEMENTS THE FIRST WEEK OF EVERY MONTH.
Welcome New Members
CLUB MEMBERSHIP Chris Bergstrom, Membership Chairman Amy Spencer, Executive Director of Membership ACTIVE BOAT OWNER: Mr. Patrick Kay Mr. & Mrs. James & Leslie Hanlon NON RESIDENT: Mr. & Mrs. John & Eileen Kollar REINSTATE: Mr. & Mrs. Dudley & Marsha Savage – Active Boat Owner Mr. & Mrs. Raleigh IV & Megan Greene - Intermediate INTERMEDIATE: Mr. Robert Blackmon PROPOSERS:
The Club relies on our member’s proposals and we thank you for your support!
Norm Naughton Russell Savela Ryan Hartney Doug & Kathy Rothschild
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Congratulations to Grant Dumas and his crew in their WIN of the NOOD Regatta!! Grant Dumas, Danette Szakaly, Rick Jarchow, Michael Kosempa
Power Boat Competition The weather couldn’t have been more perfect for our visitors from the Virginia Cocktail Class Wooden boating group and their small boats on Sunday, March 1st. The group had been at the Smyrna Yacht Club in New Smyrna Beach the day before racing in the Governor’s Cup and was headed down to Little Gasparilla and Lake Placid for racing on March 3rd. Between races in New Smyrna and in Lake Placid, they graciously volunteered to bring some of their Cocktail Class Wooden Boats to our club for members to demonstrate! A big “thank you” to Curt Bluefeld and his team! We had a really great turn out and after a demo ride, everyone came back to the docks grinning. Some members are ready to build these great little boats! I got to drive one, and they are FUN! Now, I just have to clear out the garage so I can start work building one.
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An interesting side note is that the CCWBRA has formed a youth program for kids 12 - 15. These boats make great family projects (you can build your own boat) and many families compete amongst themselves. Thanks to everyone who stopped by. Many people asked for more information. In addition to the CCWBRA website, Heber and I will be giving a presentation about these boats and providing information for those interested at the June Cruising Fleet Dinner on Thursday, June 11, 2015 at 6:00 PM in the Waterfront Room. Please call Phyllis Eades at 822-3873 for reservations if you can join us! Hope to see you on the water ... and at the dinner! Barbara Weller, Power Boat Competition Chair Lots of Fun was had at the Cocktail Wooden Boat Demonstration Day held Sunday March 1st at the Marina
Junior Activities Over the weekend of February 19th-22nd the SPYC Junior Sailing Team was well represented at the North American Laser Class Association Midwinters East Regatta sailed just off Clearwater Beach. The event was sailed in light to medium winds and extremely cold temperatures, so cold that the boats had ice in their cockpits early on Friday morning. Our top performer was recent Opti Graduate Blaire McCarthy sailing in the Laser 4.7 fleet. Blaire scored 4 race wins in the 8 race series winning the event by 7 points over her nearest competitor. In the Laser Radial Division, Nic Baird was our top performer finishing 9th overall in the highly competitive 118-boat fleet. Nic was closely followed by Liam McCarthy in 28th, Hannah Steadman in 36th, Kyle Dochoda in 56th, Emily Wright in 58th and Grant Boicheff in 85th.
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Shakespeare 120th, Sam Lindsay 136th, Heidi Hicks 143rd and Sidney Moyer in 156th. SPYC was also well represented in the Opti Green Fleet with the following sailors attending: Kate Danielson, Madi Icely, Analise Delgado, Taylor Brown, Ava Shakespeare, Colin Lawther, Alex Romero, Trent Boicheff, Logan Rimel and Trevor Hicks. - Youth Sailing Director, Todd Fedyszyn
SPYC Junior Sailing was also well represented at the annual St Pete NOOD Regatta. Liam McCarthy, Blaire McCarthy, Emily Wright, Nevin Avila and Martin Hood all competed in the highly competitive J24 class. The team finished 6th overall and were the first boat in the standings without a professional sailor on board. Over the same weekend, a number of our sailors made the trek to the east coast to compete in the Club 420 Association Midwinter Championships. SPYC’s Nic Baird competed with Katie Lounsbury finishing in 8th overall in the 104-boat fleet. The brother team of Josh and Kyle Dochoda finished in 9th overall and Hannah Steadman and Kathryn Booker finished in 59th overall. The SPYC Optimist Team has been extremely busy preparing for the Opti Team Trials in Miami in May. Over the weekend of March 7-8, they travelled to Jensen Beach to compete in the annual Sunshine State Championships. Our top performer at the event was Heather Kerns finishing in 38th overall in the 201-boat fleet. Anika Boicheff finished in 63rd and was followed by Cameron Delgado in 90th, Bella Shakespeare 99th, Watt Icley 108th, Ethan Danielson 110th, Emma
at Snell Isle Marina
$10 per child (member) $15 per guest Ages 3 - 12
Saturday, APRIL 25th 9 – 11am
Includes: Rods, bait, light lunch & prizes for every child
Reservations Please: 727-895-8142, Nate Chason
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by Helene Hardick, President
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The Ladies Beach Club held elections in March and the following were elected to the Board for 2015-16: President Eva Hefner, Vice President Mary Howe, Secretary Nancy Dunn, Treasurer Maryette Miller, Programs Angela Kowalik, Membership Sally Roth. Maureen B an Irish Comedianne entertained us with her wit and funny stories at the March Meeting.
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Coming April 20th is our Installation Luncheon. It will follow with a Derby Day games and Prizes and Hat contest. So be sure and make your reservations by April 17th 340-1646 Remember we play Mah Jongg every Monday at 1PM at Pass-a-Grille contact Eva Hefner for a reservation to play 341-2496
Comedy Night Saturday, May 2nd
Your own Private Comedy Club here at the Yacht Club (Heavy Hors d’ Oeuvres, PFO/Cash Bar & Comedians) $25++/person Doors Open and Food Served at 6PM • Show Starts at 7PM (Show may not be appropriate for children under 18)
Headliner “Dave Heenan” and The Improvisation in New York. During that time he worked with Larry David, Jerry Seinfeld, Chris Rock, Kevin James, Steven Wright, Bill Hicks, Andy Kaufman, Jimmy Walker. Dave then went on to work the Improvs and Comedy Zones all over the US.
Plus an Opening Act - Performer TBA Reservations: 727-898-6882 or spyccatering@tampabay.rr.com (Seating is not assigned, and is on a 6
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An Entertainment Committee Event (48-hour cancellation policy in effect)
Article By: Fred Stansberry
The Wing Shooters Society is an association of St. Petersburg Yacht Club members sharing an interest in clay target shooting sports, and/or game bird wing shooting sports. WSS membership is open to all male members of the SPYC and we actively seek new members on a continuing basis. Annual dues for membership are $50 which is used to defray various expenses of the society and to provide educational and informative material for members. In addition to our weekly outings to various Bay area clays shooting venues, members also organize periodic trips for actual wing shooting adventures. Members also engage their passion for shot gunning as they travel, by seeking out opportunities to shoot in the locations they visit. The accompanying photo of John Cartier shooting at the Hacienda La Hueca Gun Club on the Island of Vieques, Puerto Rico, is an example of how some members pursue their passion. To inquire about membership contact Jack Cartier at (727) 235-2724 or e-mail him at jack@cartiercpas.com
Tiki Hut Entertainment Schedule
Fridays in April
ENTERTAINMENT IN THE HERITAGE LOUNGE April 1 - 3 Dazzler April 4 Metro
April 3rd - Felix Payton
April 7-8
April 10th - Craig Singleton
C# Band
April 17th - Sam Stone April 24th - Pat Best
April 9-11
April 14-18 Green Flash April 21-25 Royz Band April 28-30 Green Flash
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G lf Gr up By Nancy Strite
Countryside Country Club hosted our February golf
outing. The cold weather caused us to postpone by a
week, but 22 players came on Feb. 26 to enjoy the fun of our Scramble format. Close to the pins were awarded to Nancy Strite, Gene Strite and Emmett Coe.
The winning team was Mike McDonough, Gail Weir and Emmett Coe: 2nd, Susan Arsenault, Bob Casey, David Bertauski and Don Roth; 3rd, Gene Strite, Maurice
First Place Team
Goldman, Jack Howard and Robert Weir.
Another regular to our speaker program is Bob
VanSweden who has been in the club fitting business
for 22 years in St. Petersburg. Bob has won numerous
national awards in the state of the art custom fitting. He
doesn’t hesitate to tell you that new clubs will not always make you a better golfer. He sometimes recommends golf lessons before being fitted for new clubs. His
reputation for honesty and integrity is well known in the
Jack Howard satisfied with 3rd place
industry.
Our next outing will be at the Bayou Club and then our well attended yearly Member Guest will be in April at Feather Sound CC.
Helen Dewalt and Bob VanSweden
NIGHT Wednesday, April 15th
ADMINISTRATIVE PROFESSIONAL DAY Wednesday, April 22, 2015 Show your employees how much you appreciate the work they do and Treat them to a special lunch at the Club! In Grille 1909 or Commodore Room The Chef has created a Special Menu & each of your employees will receive a chocolate favor to take home.
Regatta Room - 7pm - $10++ Reservations: 727-892-6882 8
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(The Daily Lunch Buet will also be available)
Reservations: 822-3873
Yachting Recognition Awards
2015
In fond memory of Sailing Legend, Ted Irwin. He will be greatly missed. (SORC race, 1985)
IN MEMORIAM
Tuesday, May 19th at 6PM Waterfront Room Come applaud your fellow club members for their achievements in bringing recognition and honor to SPYC on a National level!
Mr. Mark R. McGarry Mr. Rolf G. Pagel Mr. Raymond Pasqualone Mrs. Carol Sue Stevens Mrs. Margaret Wood Mr. Joseph E. Yungel
Complimentary Hors d’ Oeuvres & Cash Bar
Twilight Series Races
The “Twilight Series” races will begin the first Friday in April. Weather permitting, we will sail on Fridays until the end of August. Check your sails and your (boat) bottoms. Prepare to get out of your slips for a fun night. There is one race each evening. Count-down begins at 6:25 PM, somewhere around the Pier. Many types of boats come out and sail the course. We have had Moths, 470s, A-Cat, kites and kayaks, just to mention a few. Official competitor classes are Spinnaker, Non-Spinnaker and Cruising. We also provide additional scoring for one-designs if at least five boats compete. Club members may race in our Sonars. Simply call the Sailing Center before Friday and reserve a boat. (There is a unique award for the winning Sonar team at the end of the season.) The Notice of Race (NOR) and the Sailing Instructions (SIs) are on our website. Debrief, and get your scores and a free beer after the race at the Tiki Hut.
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Cruising Fleet News by Angela Kowalik, Fleet Captain
At our February 12th Monthly Meeting, Commodore Harvey Ford provided the annual Commodore’s Address to the Fleet. Not only did we learn a little bit more about him, but Commodore Ford enlightened us about being at the helm of our great club and how its success is all about the members!! And many of those members are boaters, or are part of the Cruising Fleet, and he recognized how much the Cruising Fleet participates in club activities and enjoys what our club has to offer. Speaking of recognition, each year, usually in December, we have an Annual Awards and Holiday dinner at which time some recognition awards are presented to acknowledge our Cruising Fleet for past year Participation and Port Director responsibilities. Along with those recognition accolades is the annual presentation of the Nancy Vildibill Trophy—a perpetual trophy awarded to the person or persons who best reflect the qualities Nancy brought to her role as fleet captain which she held for 5 years. Some of the qualities considered in giving this award are: ● Commitment to success of the cruising fleet ● Promotion of other boating programs and facilities of the club ● Promotion of the FCYC ● Support of the Club through the cruising fleet ● Contributing to make Fleet Activities just plain fun For 2014, the presentation of the Nancy Vildibill Trophy was held at the February Monthly Meeting when both Commodore Harvey Ford and past Fleet Captain Barbara Weller were present to make the presentation. Barbara explained the qualities of the award, and her privilege of working with one couple who were not only active fleet members, but also fleet committee members, who stepped up to take several Port Director responsibilities, who continually promote boating of all types, who promote safe boating by conducting annual USCG Safety Checks, who schedule cruises for other boating groups, who serve as guest speaker at our monthly meetings to share medical knowledge applied to boating and experiences racing around Cuba, who dedicate hours to coordinate and teach the basics of Mah Jongg to other boaters, and who bring just plain fun and enthusiasm to our “docktails” just to name a few reasons for her selection. And without further ado…..the 2014 award goes to….(drum roll)….Dr. Ed & Isabel Hanna.
Kowalik (on Friday), and Mark & Cynthia Cannon (on Saturday). In addition, we were joined by members of the Clearwater Yacht Club cruising fleet for the weekend. Although the weather on Friday Ed & Isabel Hanna was pretty chilly and living up to the “frostbite” reputation, PYCC arranged for “indoor/outdoor” docktails in their poolside room complete with one man band entertainment. Afterward, 18 SPYC members and a number of the CYC members had dinner in the dining room. Saturday and Sunday weather improved considerably. Saturday was “free play” day and everyone did their own thing. Saturday evening some people stayed on boats, others went to downtown Gulfport for the art walk and dinner while several SPYC members went to the PYCC Commodore’s Ball. The band was the full Dazzler quartet and they were spectacular as usual. Sunday morning, at least eight of the SPYC members enjoyed the Sunday brunch before heading home. Everyone appeared to have a good time because at the end of the weekend there were great comments about the food, service and entertainment, even if the weekend started out a little chilly. Special thanks to Port Directors Chris & Sally Plonsky for arranging this great weekend at nearby PYCC—we hope to come back here soon and often!! Upcoming events for the Cruising Fleet to enjoy include: ● Cruising Fleet Luncheon – Thursday, April 9, 2015 ● April cruise to Twin Dolphin Marina – April 24-26 ● May is the two week long Commodore’s Cruise – May 2-17 April’s Cruising Fleet Meeting is a Luncheon meeting on Thursday, April 9, 2015 beginning at noon. Our program will be a preview of our annual May Commodore’s Cruise (CC) presented by each of the CC Port Directors who will describe the activities, festivities, and other happenings for each port of call. For those that ordered Commodore’s Cruise Shirts, this is the time to pick them up! We will also begin sign-up for July’s cruise to SPYC.
Congratulations Ed & Isabel!!! For those who would like to view the perpetual Nancy Vildibill Trophy, it is located in the trophy case right outside the Sailing Secretary’s office. Please pass on your regards to the Hanna’s for their achievement.
For your upcoming planning consideration: No monthly meeting in May (we’ll be on the Commodore’s Cruise). Monthly meetings will resume in June with a Dinner Meeting (another Dinner Meeting in September), and Luncheon meetings in alternate months thereafter. Watch Smooth Sailing for details.
Brrr…Shiver me Timbers!!! For those that may not know, every year our February cruise is dubbed the “frostbite” cruise; a cruise kept close to home with limited planned outdoor activities because you never know what the weather is going to be like. This year was no exception, however there was something a little different. For the first time ever, SPYC cruised into Pasadena Yacht & Country Club (PYCC), AND it happened to be the weekend that they were having their Commodore’s Ball AND it was also their 3rd Friday get together. A triple play weekend!!
As we have done in the past, sign-up for our cruises opens first at the Monthly Meeting and priority for those in attendance, and then later with the Sailing Secretary and on the yacht club website after that time. Please call our Sailing Secretary Phyllis to sign-up for our activities, cruises, and for monthly lunch or dinner meeting reservations at 727-892-6893 or email her at sailingsecretary@spyc.org. Looking forward to seeing you on the water…
After the usual adds and subtracts, nine boats and two iron dinghy’s participated in the February 20-22 weekend festivities which were coordinated by Port Directors Chris & Sally Plonsky on Final Fling. Joining them by vessel were: Camille Iurillo & Joe Petrella on Moondancer, Tim & Diane Connolly on Lady Di 3, Randy & Vicki Stacy on Barefoot’n, Ray & Charlotte Noyes on Bitter Sweet, Tom & Kathy Daniel on Sol Mates, Joe & Ginny Sadler on Slo Gin, Elwyn & Carol Segrest on Fish E. Business Roy & Jeannie Chapman on Blue Eyes (on Saturday) Also joining the group that weekend by “Iron Dinghy” were: Angela & Brian
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- Angela Kowalik, Fleet Captain
Chris & Sally Plonsky February’s Port Directors
Commodore Harvey Ford
Broad Reachers by Carol Hansen
This past month has been quite cold and windy. The Broad Reachers did accomplish one nice casual day of sailing out to Bird Island. The weather was perfect and fun was had by all. The day ended with a nice lunch back at the club.
Joanne Simmons & Anne O’Dell
The Planning and Nominating Committee met on Saturday, February 28th to redefine the roles and duties of the Bird Island Officers and Committee Chairs. We now have a nice slate of candidates for the upcoming elections in May. The Broad Reachers will have both, a Winter and Spring Captain to help plan the weekly activities. The Race Captain and Race Committee Chair will have alternates to help with their scheduling. We were so happy to welcome back our Race Captain, Anne O’Dell from her hip replacement surgery!
During our meeting, we were reminiscing about our procedures we use to launch our Prams. The Broad Reachers are so happy to have our new dock, ramp and cleats to make our sailing days more fun and less work. The month of March begins our Rainbow training. Weather permitting of course, we will be practicing starts, mark rounding, and general rules of racing. A Launching the old way team of four sailors will be chosen in the next few weeks to represent the Broad Reachers. This year’s Rainbow Regatta will be held on Tuesday April 21st at Davis Island Yacht Club, hosted by the Mainsheet Mamas. The Broad Reachers are actively searching for Saturday sailors who would Enjoying the new way like to come out and learn how to sail a Pram. We have lots of fun and would love to have you join us. For more information, please contact Captain Joanne Simmons at (727) 381-2343.
Gourmet Wine Dinner Saturday, April 11th Quarterdeck Room 6:00 ~ Cocktail Reception 7:00 ~ Dinner Served Butler Passed Hors d‘Oeuvres and Champagne upon arrival & Four-Course Dinner, each paired with a specialty wine and presentation by a wine expert. Executive Chef Joseph Van Bemmel to present and speak on each course Classical Guitar Entertainment
$75++ per guest Reservations: 892-6882 or 6887 Limited to 60 people – Seating to be Assigned 48 Hour Cancellation policy in effect “An Entertainment Committee Event”
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WEEKLY EVENTS SUNDAY
Fisherman’s Platter $15 4-8pm only on the 5th & 26th
The Beach Club at
Pass-a-Grille
April SUN
MON
For Reservations Please Call: 727-360-1646
TUES
3
WED
THURS
1 Unsinkables
MONDAY
Happy Hour 4-6PM in the Lounge
WEDNESDAY
Entertainment: Jerry DeMark
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SATURDAY
Ladies’ Beach Club
Crab & Lobster Cioppino $24++
(LAST SUNDAY OF THE MONTH) BAR MENU AVAILABLE : NOON TO 8PM SUNDAYS 11:30AM - 9:00PM OTHER DAYS 12
Singles Club
26
11AM - 2PM
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Bloody Mary Brunch 11AM – 2PM
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CLOSED
THURSDAY
SUNDAY BRUNCH
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2
Clubhouse will close at 4PM for Member Wedding and Reception
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15
SAT
3 Entertainment: Pat Best
4 Broad Reachers Entertainment Sam Stone
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Broad Reachers’ Nona Bolster Regatta Entertainment: Harry Galloway Entertainment Dave Valliere
Bingo Dinner at 6 Bingo at 7:30
CLOSED
Happy Hour 4-6PM in the Lounge
Lasagna $16++
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CLOSED
Whole Maine Lobster $1/oz. 1st 2oz.’s Free
6
CLOSED
Closed
EASTER 5 $24+ - $30+ Noon - 1:30 & 2:30 - 4:00
TUESDAY
FRI
16 Entertainment: Jerry DeMark
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Member Lunch Lounge & Deck Only
Entertainment: Big Rich Broad Reachers Entertainment Mike Balisterri
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Entertainment: Doug Bliss
Wine Society 6:00PM
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25 Broad Reachers Entertainment: New Horizons
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HOURS OF OPERATION: SUNDAY Noon - 8PM FRIDAY AND SATURDAY 11AM - 10:30PM MONDAY, WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY 11AM – 9:30PM TUESDAY - Closed Lunch - 11:30AM - 2PM Dinner 6PM - 9PM
Downtown Clubhouse
April SUN
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TUES
WED
THURS
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FRI
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Family Night - Chicken Souvlaki (1st - 3rd)
Sunset 19:48
a la carte Dinner Grille 1909 & Commodore Room open at 4:30pm
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Sunset 19:53
19 Safety at Sea Seminar
Sunset 19:57
26 Sunset 20:01
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Cruising Fleet Luncheon 12 noon
Sunset 19:51
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Sunset 19:52
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Suncoast Raceweek
Sunset 19:52
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CLOSED
Family Night - Southern Fried Catfish (14th - 16th)
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YC Singles 5pm YC Riders 6:15pm
Sunset 19:54
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CLOSED
Grandmasters Team Race
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Wing Shooters Society 6pm
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Flying Club 5pm
8
Golf Group 6pm
Sunset 19:51
Sunset 19:50
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Sunset 19:49
Family Night - Salisbury Steak (7th - 10th)
CLOSED
Grand 5 Easter Brunch 10:30am-3pm
Sunset 19:48
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Woman’s Club 5pm
7pm
Sunset 19:55
Sunset 19:56
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Sunset 19:49
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Gourmet Wine Dinner 6pm Cocktails 7pm Dinner Suncoast Raceweek Grandmasters Team Race Sunset 19:53
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Safety at Sea Seminar
Comm. Bruce Comm. Bruce Watters Club Watters Club Champtionship Champtionship Regatta Regatta
Sunset 19:56
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Kids Night Out 6-10pm Sunset 19:57
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Family Night - Ricotta & Sage Stuffed Chicken (21st - 24th)
Amateur Radio Club 6pm
Sunset 19:58
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Admin. Professional Day Lunch Birthday Bash 6-9pm Sunset 19:59
Wine Society 6pm Regata del Sol al Sol Bon Voyage Party 6:30pm Sunset 19:59
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XLVII Regata del Sol al Sol start 10am Sunset 20:00
Sunset 20:03
Sunset 20:03
Upcoming Events May
(All Dates Subject to Change) Twilight Sailing on Fridays
2 Comedy Night 2 Kid’s Night Out 2 Annual Kentucky Derby Party 2 Commodore’s Cruise Begins 5 Golf Group 9 Allison Jolly Regatta 9 - 10 FL State Championship Series/Green Bench Regatta
Grille 1909 10:30am-1:30pm
Kid’s Fishing Tournament at Snell Isle Marina 9am Sunset 20:01
MONDAY Closed
TUESDAY
Family Night ∙ 14++ Happy Hour Heritage Lounge, 4 – 6pm Happy Hour Grille 1909, 5 – 6pm Duplicate Bridge 7:15pm
WEDNESDAY Family Night ∙ 14++
Salty Sisters Sailing/Lunch
THURSDAY Family Night ∙ 14++
FRIDAY
Family Night ∙ 14++ Twilight Sailing 6:25 pm
SATURDAY
Breakfast Buffet 7:30 – 10am Tiki Hut Open 1 - 11:30pm
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Family Night - Maple-Glazed Pork Loin (April 28th - May 1st)
Sunset 20:02
SUNDAY Sunday Brunch
Tiki Hut Open 1-6pm
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WEEKLY EVENTS
10 Mother’s Day 10 Flying Club 12 YC Riders 12 YC Singles 14 Wing Shooters Society 16 Wine Society 16 Poker Run 16 Rowdies Game / PreGame at the Club
19 Amateur Radio Club 19 2014 Yachting Recognition Awards 20 Trivia Night 21 Woman’s Club 23 - 24 Distance Classic 28 Birthday Bash
Commodore Room Dinner: Fri. & Sat. 5:30pm-9:30pm
Grille 1909
Lunch Buffet: Tues-Fri. 11:30am-2:00pm a la carte Lunch: Tues-Sat. 11:30am-2:00pm Dinner: Tues-Sun. 5:30-9:30pm Sunday Brunch Buffet: 10:30am-1:30pm Saturday Breakfast Buffet : 13 April 2015 - Tues-Fri. 7:00-9:00am
SPYC
Flying Club
Flying Club
Amateur Radio Club by Dick Mordaunt, AB1NI
By Peter Privitera
Guess who is/was a ham operator? Tim Allen, John Scully, At our last monthly meeting we hosted over 50
Jim Croce, Walter Cronkite and most astronauts on the
members and guests from the Albert Whitted
International Space Station. How many ham operators
Preservation Society (AWAPS). Our speaker, historian
can you identify as members of SPYC?
Bill Buston lowered the Benoist and gave a narrative
a few.
on the history of commercial flight. Everyone present
continues to soar. At the end of 2014, the total number of
agreed it was quite a talk!
radio amateurs reached an all-time high of 726,275!
We thank the museum and Marketing Director, James
How many SPYC members have HF SSB radios on their
Parrish for providing the location and the amenities.
boats? Quite a few. DSC or EPIRB is the best way of
Our guests, AWAPS, has invited the club to their
contacting the Coast Guard in an emergency. Do you
next monthly pancake breakfast on April 4th at the
need assistance getting your HF or VHF gear working
Hangar Restaurant in St Petersburg from 8:00 a.m. to
for emergency use of DSC, marine, email or ham nets?
11:00 a.m. Details at www.awaps.org.
Or are you one of those without a ham license and were
There are quite
In the news: amateur radio growth in the US
always wondering what it is all about? Do you have HOA For a reminder “Sun and Fun” fly in is April 21-26.
antenna restrictions so you don’t try ham radio? We can
We are planning to meet there during those dates at
help with all of these issues with the help of a few of our
noon for lunch in the large tent located outside on
technically oriented members. Give us a try.
the field. You know it has always been a great event for vendors and viewing the flying show.
SPYC ARC meets face to face every third Tuesday at 6pm. But, we start gathering during happy hour before the
Our next monthly meeting is April 12th at 5 o’clock
meeting. We also socialize on-the-air every Monday on
cocktails, 6 o’clock meeting. It is important to be
our VHF Net at 17:30 on 147.030 MHz where people join
present, as Bill Shivers will discuss the club’s bylaws
us locally or from around the world on Echolink. Let’s all
and bring you up to date on our website. Need your
stay in contact from wherever we are in the world and
input! Also we have a featured speaker, Roy McClure
have fun with Amateur Radio. ‘73s.
A&P, IA, whose topic will be “AN ANATOMY OF AN
https://sites.google.com/site/spycamateurradioclub/
ANNUAL,” ie, getting your plane ready for its annual physical and what we can do and what he will do to
Policy Change for Fuel Payment
make sure the fan blades keep turning. He promises
In our continued efforts to expedite service to our valued members, effective May 1st, 2015, discounted fuel pricing will be available to those who are paying by member charge only. Cash and credit cards will continue to be accepted, however, when paying with these methods, the member discounted fuel will not be available. The full retail price will apply for any forms of payment other than member charge.
it will be interesting as well as informative. See you all there…and safe flying.
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Offshore Safety at Sea Seminar with Hands on training Sail and Power Boats
Valuable Knowledge for all Sailing and Cruising Boats
US Sailing Sanctioned - ISAF Certificate Hosted by Saint Petersburg Yacht Club
April 18-19, 2015 Two day participation required for ISAF Certification ISAF Offshore Survival Certificate valid for five years Day one: Offshore Safety at Sea – Classroom (one day class option) $150 Day two: Offshore Safety at Sea – Water and on Boat participation $175 Both Days Preregistered: $300
Lunch will be provided
Preregistration required: SPYC.org Limited Space available
For information Call: Phyllis Eades, Sailingsecretary@SPYC.org, 727-892-6893 Shawn Macking, Waterfront-director@SPYC.org, 727- 822-3113 Or Kathy Ahern, Organizer, Ahern.jka@gmail.com 727-521-2607
A la Carte Easter Dinner Grille 1909 & Commodore Room Open at 4:30pm
Reservations: 727-822-3873
Soup:
Roasted butternut bisque Cinnamon candied pecans
Salad:
Mescaline field greens , shaved Georgia peaches, crumbled feta cheese and three citrus vinaigrette
Choice of:
Hearth Roasted Spring Chicken Haricot vert, Glazed carrots and toasted pumpkin seeds $24 Honey Glazed Ham Pecan sweet potato casserole, Pineapple and cranberry chutney $24 Tarragon Roasted Rack of Lamb Potato gratin Baby vegetables and minted Jus natural $30 Sautéed North Carolina Almond Crusted Trout Wild mushroom risotto, Smoked tomato coulis $26 Slow Roasted Prime Rib of Beef Au jus, horseradish cream and garden vegetable Bouquetiere $30
Dessert:
Duet of Carrot Cake and Kahlua Chocolate Tart
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Salty Sisters
April 2015
Sigrid Lovfald
The Salty Sisters have been volunteering for many SPYC regattas as well as participating in their own racing series. Salty volunteers helped with the Valentine’s Day Regatta, the NOOD, and the Thistle Regatta. From March 31st to April 2nd, many Salty Sisters helped with the Wounded Warrior Sailing Program. This 3-day Sailing Camp for disabled veterans was held at the SPSC. CHARM PRAM PARTICIPATION SERIES: Winners in the 2nd Pram Participation Series were Tove Kullman (1st place), Nancy Strite ( 2nd place) and Tricia Billings (3rd place). Congratulations ladies!! The Golden Girls Trophy Series was won by Nancy Strite. Way to go, Nancy! She will be able to compete in the Annual FWSA Rainbow Regatta Master’s Race scheduled for April 21st at Davis Island Yacht Club. FWSA INTERCLUB NEWS: On Tuesday, February 17th, the Salty Sisters hosted an interclub at SPSC. Nancy Strite placed 3rd. EDUCATION: Quite a few Salty Sisters have been attending the educational presentations in the Quarterdeck Room. Carole Bardes spoke and answered questions on February 18th. Char Doyle taught us about the Ideal 18 in both light and heavy wind situations and gave a talk on Team Racing on March 4th. She encouraged us to participate in the practices that will be beginning soon. Carole spoke also about Rule 18. She covered a wide variety of situations where the rule does and doesn’t apply and she also touched on right of way rules.
Nancy Strite winner of the Golden Girls Trophy Series
SOCIAL: Valentine’s Day Luncheon on February 11th, Salty Sisters enjoyed their Valentine’s Day Luncheon organized by Social Chair Barbara Deininger. Jeanette Erb created all the attractive centerpieces.
Table Centerpiece for the Valentine’s Day Luncheon by Jeannette Erb
Billings, Athey, and Irwin
The Waterfront Room was a sea of red and pink. The Nauticats performed with 3 Valentine-related songs and added to the gaiety of Valentine’s Day luncheon.
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Twombly, Wissing, Hadfield, and Hofmann
Nauticats Valentine’s Day Luncheon
Annual
Party
SPYC Poker Run Downtown
Saturday, May 16th
$25++ Per Participant (everybody plays)
Saturday, May 2nd • Heritage Lounge Complimentary Hors d’ Oeuvres & Drink Specials: Including Mint Juleps Both ladies and gentlemen, are encouraged to wear your most creative, beautiful, outrageous hat and enter our Hat Contest!!!
Noon Registration
1pm Poker run departs from Club Docks (limited to the first 25 boats)*
Awards Dinner 5:30pm at SPYC Downtown Prizes & Refreshments
To Register: www.spyc.org/poker
NO RESERVATIONS. SEATING IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVE Keep the party going and join us for Comedy Night at 6pm
Questions: Alexandria Boudreau aboudreau103@gmail.com *Boats must display max 3’ draft An Entertainment Committee Event
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kid s night out! While Mom & Dad have their fun at the Club!* (Downtown Clubhouse)
Kid’s Night Out will be offered once per month Saturday, April 18th & Saturday, May 2nd from 6 - 10pm
Ages 3 – 12** $20 for the 1st child & $15 for each additional sibling*** Includes: 4 hours of fun, pizza dinner, snack, games, crafts & movie time Reservations required a minimum of 24 hours in advance. 727-822-3873 Kid’s Night Out will be offered one night each month at the Downtown Clubhouse. In the event that there is a high demand, additional nights will be considered. *Mom & Dad may not leave property – service is provided while using the club. **Children are required to be “potty trained” to attend ***Additional children must be a sibling to receive the $15 price; Price is not pro-rated for children who stay less than 4 hours.
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Interest Groups Book Group Facilitator: Shirley Barbel April 22: Emily alone by Stewart O’Nan Social time: 5:00 pm Discussion: 5:30 – 6:30 Meets the 4th Wed of each month Contact: sbarbel@aol.com Bridge Group Facilitator: Susan Huff Meets every Tues @ 1:00pm in the Bridge Room [Lunch @ 11:45 optional] Contact: nshuff524@gmail.com Golf Group Facilitator: Helene Hardick Meets each Fri Oct thru May 8:30 am at Cypress Links Contact: hhardick@alwaysonline.net
Mah Jongg Facilitator: Carolyn Rehberger Lessons are regularly offered for new players. Meets every Thurs @ 1:00 pm [Lunch @ noon optional] Contact: sicar6@yahoo.com or 727-895-8243
Woman’s Club AT ST. PETERSBURG YACHT CLUB
By Patsy Warmack, Vice President, patsywarmack@tampabay.rr.com Betty Southard, President, womansclub@spyc.org
Thursday, April 16: “Cruising in Paradise”
Annual Installation of Officers and Dinner in the Waterfront Room 5:00 p.m.: Social time with hospitality bar 5:30 p.m. Meeting and Dinner Entertainment provided by Tab Brown, Acoustic Guitarist and Vocalist Menu: Tomato Bisque, Chicken Picatta, and Triple Chocolate Mousse Cake $24++/ pp Reservations required: Please email Angela Kowalik at koalafam@tampabay.rr.com no later than Monday April 13th Wear your name tag and be eligible to win a bottle of wine! This is a Woman’s Club member only event – no visitors please!
Recent Mah Jongg Tournament
The Mah Jongg group held a tournament March 5. There were 5 tables vying for $100.00 in prize money. Congratulations to Chat Boardman for receiving the highest points. Other prize winners were Joyce Sterrett, Andrea Merriman, Sally Roth, Isabel Hanna, Charlotte Hofmann, and Maryette Miller.
Writer’s Group Facilitator: Joan Lander Focus is on developing skills in a nonthreatening environment. Will not meet in April. Meets the 3rd Thurs @ 10:30 am (Oct thru April) Contact: waterwind1@verizon.net Sunshine Facilitator: Cheryl Lanfear If someone is ill or could use cheering up
Contact: mclanfear@yahoo.com or 512-264-5542. Travel Group Facilitator: Patsy Warmack
April 8: 11:00 a.m. Tour of Raymond James Gardens and Artworks followed by lunch ($16pp inclusive). Event limited to 20; contact Bev Burchard for more information and to reserve a seat.
Contact: bev@travelinginc.com
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Tournament Winners Don’t forget, on April 8 at 11:00 a.m., the newly formed Travel Group will tour Raymond James Gardens and Artworks followed by lunch ($16pp inclusive). Contact Beverly Burchard, bev@travelinginc.com, for more information and to reserve a space (limited to 20). Our mission is to embrace new friendships, promote socialization, cultural and educational activities, and promote women’s involvement in the SPYC. If you would like to join the Woman’s Club please contact Angela Kowalik at koalafam@tampabay.rr.com
XLVII Regata del Sol al Sol Bon Voyage Party Thursday, April 23, 2015 ~ 6:30pm $25 Inclusive Join Us as We Send Our SPYC Sailors on their Voyage to Isla Mujeres Mexico Reservations: Gloria Davis gloriadavis@tampabay.rr.com
Start of the Race: Friday, April 24, 2015 at 10:00am
Spend your summer learning how to sail, windsurf and paddle board on beautiful Tampa Bay! Summer sailing classes are open to students ages 5 to 16. Visit our website www.spyc.org for more information and to register for our summer program.
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APRIL EMPLOYEE OF MONTH
APRIL
$14++
Mike Mika
per person*
Facilities Dept. Congratulations to Mike Mika!! Mike has worked in the facilities department at SPYC for two years. He hails from Chicago, Illinois and his been working in the maintenance field in the St Petersburg area since moving to Florida 8 years ago.
APRIL 1-3
Family Night at the Club is Now Three
Avgolemono Soup
Courses Tuesday through Friday and
Chicken Souvlaki with
Tzatziki Sauce & Warm Pita Toast
You may bump into Mike from time to time as he can be found at any and all of the SPYC locations keeping us in good running order! Mike is a multi-talented employee with a strong work ethic and a genuine care for the club. He will always give 100% effort to any task assigned to him, whether it be painting the walls or policing the sailing center parking lot during a busy regatta season (watch out sailors!). Thanks Mike for all your hard work!
EMPLOYEE ANNIVERSARIES Bobby Davis Busperson, 34 years Marlene Wilson Dining Room Server, 23 years Josh Johnson Cook, 16 years Maria DeBord Accounts Payable, 13 years Stella Gabor Accounts Receivable, 13 years
we have added a mini dessert! Selections will change Monthly.
APRIL 7-10
APRIL 21-24
Old Fashioned Chicken
Marinated Asparagus and
Noodle Soup
Roma Tomatoes, Sweet Basil
Salisbury Steak - that’s right,
and Garlic Aioli
just like your mamas!
Ricotta and Sage Stuffed Chicken, Oven Roasted
APRIL 14-17
Tomato Risotto
Hearth Roasted Sweet Corn Chowder
APRIL 28 - MAY 1
Southern Fried Catfish,
California Cobb Salad
Crispy Jo Jos and Cajun Style
Maple Glazed Pork Loin with
Remoulade
Scalloped Apples
Chocolate Fountain Rental
Includes:
Pineapple & Strawberries
Chocolate Fountain Rental for 2 hours includes Belgian Chocolate and 1 attendant
(Serves up to 175 people; Minimum of 50 people) $300
Additional Dipping Items: 6 additional ~ $2.50++/per guest 8 additional ~ $3.50++/per guest 12 items ~ $4.50++/per guest
Adrian Dorsey Cook, Pass-a-Grille, 8 years Vince Cole Banquet Server, 3 years Fran Morris Banquet Server, 3 years Kelly Lewis Housekeeper, 2 years
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Granny Smith Apple Slices • Coconut Macaroons • Oreos Rice Crispy Treats • Vanilla Wafers • Bananas Marshmallows • Pound Cake • Biscotti Grape Kabob • Mini Cream Puffs • Pretzel Rods Pringle Potato Chips • Bite Size Brownies Orange Slices • Chocolate Chip Cookies Peanut Butter Cookie Bar • Caramel Squares
11am-3pm • $30++/person • $15++/ages 4-12 (3 & under complimentary)
Mother’s Day Dining In Grille 1909 or Commodore Room
Restaurant Dining Opens at 4:00pm Reservations: 727-822-3873
Appetizer
Lobster Essence Demi Tasse
Salad
Spring Mescaline Greens Bouquet
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Entree Selection
Roasted Long Island Breast in Port Wine Blackberry Strat, Sweet Potato Mousse Candied Pecans and Vermont Maple Glaze - $28 Chilean Sea Bass on Crawfish Risotto. Tasso cream, Shaved Scallions - $38 Lamb Chop Lollipops. English Mint Tea, Gruyere Gratin - $29 Beef Wellington, Forest Mushroom Duxell, Sauce Marchand de Vin - $37 Diver Scallops, Apricot Butter, Spring Pea Puree, Micro Broccoli and Daikon Sprouts - $34
Dessert
Chocolate Caramel Delight
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Happy Birthday! WINE SOCIETY Pass-a-Grille: Wednesday, April 22nd at 6:00pm Downtown: Thursday, April 23rd at 6:00pm
Birthday Bash
Pascual Tosso – Argentina
6-9 p.m.
The wine maker will be flying in from Argentina to present to the SPYC Wine Society.
Wednesday, April 22nd Thursday, May 28th
Non Wine Society Members are Welcome to Attend for $25.
If your birthday falls within the month of April or May your dinner is COMPLIMENTARY!
Reservations Required
$16++ /per guest
DOWNTOWN -727.822.3873 PASS-A-GRILLE-727.360.1646
(Complimentary birthday dinners for member & spouse only. Offer is not available to guests) If you are a single, or even a couple & would like to be seated with a group, please ask to be seated at the Social Table.
Reservations: 727.892.6882
Feedback from the Foredeck...
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Dear Commodore Ford, I wanted to reach out to you and let you know what a great time many of our out of town guests had at the 2015 Valentines Regatta. I had the pleasure of directing traffic at the launch ramps for over 300 Opti sailors and their parents. Many of these parents took time to tell us what a great regatta it was and how organized everything was this year. As a parent of 2 Junior Sailors at SPYC, we have traveled to many out of town regattas. I feel that all of the work that is done prior to this event by the staff at the Sailing Center is a direct reflection of the success of this event year after year.
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Thank You,
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Wendy Hicks
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I really cannot thank you guys enough for the awesome job you did last weekend. Yes, I have heard the phrase that breeze makes a hero, but you guys really did an awesome job. I have never come out of an event with so much good will from the sailors to the race committee. I actually had folks offer up what a great job y’all were doing out there. Through this whole (slow and drawn-out) process you guys have been awesome – start to finish. Thank you, it makes my job so much easier and frankly more fun when RC is as responsive and proactive as you guys were. I have to add that hearing that Todd and his wife were seeking out sailors on their circle to get feedback was one of the best things I’ve ever heard coming out of RC. A new standard that I intended to share with other clubs as I brag about how well the St Pete NOOD went. Thanks again – you guys are awesome. Jennifer Davies Event Director Sailing World & Cruising World
April 2015
Kentucky Derby Day Join Us On the Beach!
at the Beach
Saturday, May 2, 2015 for the 141st Running of the Kentucky Derby
Wednesday, April 8th
Jelly Bean Jar Free Easter Dinner! There’s just a few days left to come to the Beach Club before and guess the number of jelly beans in the jar! Deadline is Friday, April 3rd The member guessing closest will receive their Easter Dinner free! SPYC members only please Prize valid Easter Sunday, April 5, 2015 at the Beach Location only
April
The Beach Club Bloody Mary Bar & Brunch
6:00PM A la carte dinner 7:30PM Bingo
727•360•1646
In the Lounge at 5:00PM No Reservations Required Mint Juleps $5++ Come in your Best Derby Attire! Enter the Big Hat Contest!
Last Sunday of Every Month April 26th • 11am – 2pm $16++ Buffet Build your own Bloody Mary! $3++ with Buffet $5++ without Buffet Call now for your April 26th reservation 727-360-1646
Beach Club Weekly Specials
Easter at the Beach Club
Mother’s Day at the Beach
Bingo cards - 25¢ each, or 5 for $1 3 free cards with the purchase of dinner Prizes awarded every game Space is limited, so please specify Bingo when making your reservation.
Sundays Noon until 8PM (except the 26th, 4 – 8PM only and Easter Sunday, April 5th) Fisherman’s Platter $15++ Fried Cod, Scallops, Beer Battered Conch Fritters Choice of Soup or Salad Wednesdays 6:00 – 9:00PM Whole Maine Lobster From Our Tank $1++ an ounce First 2 oz.’s Free Baked Potato, Vegetable Choice of Soup or Salad Thursdays 6:00 – 9:00PM (Except April 2nd) Lasagna $16++ Ground Beef, Ricotta Cheese, Marinara Sauce, Vegetable, Garlic Bread Choice of Soup or Salad Saturdays 6:00 – 9:00PM Crab & Lobster Cioppino $24++ Lobster Tail, Blue Crab, Shrimp, Potatoes, Carrots, Tomato-Saffron Broth Choice of Soup or Salad
Sunday, April 5, 2015 Noon – 1:30PM and 2:30 – 4:00 pm Reservations on the Quarter Hour Roasted Butternut Squash Bisque with Candied Pecans Easter Salad Mixed Spring Greens, Shaved Georgia Peaches, Red Onions, Feta Cheese, Grape Tomatoes, Citrus Vinaigrette Choice of: Herb Roasted Half Chicken, Leek and Spinach Timbale, Haricot Verts, Glazed Carrots, Pumpkin Seed Sauce-$24 Honey Glazed Ham, Pecan Crusted Sweet Potato Casserole, Asparagus, Pineapple & Dried Cranberry Chutney-$24 Tarragon Roasted Rack of New Zealand Lamb, Marinated Baby Zucchini & Squash Medley, Purple Potato Au Gratin, Mint Oil, Veal Reduction-$30 Sautéed North Carolina Almond Crusted Trout, Broccoli Mousse, Wild Mushroom Risotto, Arugula and Grape Tomato Salad, Smoked Tomato Coulis-$26 12 oz, Slow Roasted Prime Rib of Beef Au Jus, Baked Potato, Vegetable, Horseradish Cream-$30 Duet of Carrot Cake and Kahlua Chocolate Tart Entertainment by Jerry DeMark Noon to 4:00PM Call 727-360-1646 for Reservations Reservations Required. 48 hour cancellation policy in effect, If you fail to show up without canceling your reservation by Friday, April 3, the club will regrettably impose a $10 per person seat charge. March 1 – April 3 – Guess the number of Jelly Beans in the jar, and win a free Easter Dinner!
Sunday, May 10, 2015 Noon – 1:30 and 2:30 – 4PM Seatings on the Quarter Hour Jerry DeMark 12:30 – 5PM
Cinnamon Sweet Potato Bisque with Candied Pecans Bruschetta Spring Salad Mixed Field Greens, Red and Yellow Grape Tomatoes, Fried Basil, Fresh Mozzarella, Garlic Roasted Crostinis, Balsamic Vinaigrette Choice of: Roasted Lemon and Rosemary Smoked Squab, Wild Rice, Rappini, Carrot Timbale, Chardonnay Beurre Blanc Honey Roasted Pork Tenderloin Pecan Crusted Sweet Potato-Soufflé, Asparagus, Pineapple-Currant Chutney Seared Prosciutto Wrapped Cedar Plank Salmon, Braised Rainbow Swiss Chard, Wild Rice, Dried Cranberries, Jack Daniels Molasses Glaze Grilled Herb and Garlic Marinated Lamb Chops, Sautéed Spaghetti Squash, Roasted Rainbow Fingerling Potato Hash, Vegetable Medley, White Balsamic Reduction, Port Wine Glaze 12 oz. Prime Rib Au Jus, Baked Potato, Asparagus Apple Crumble Cake with Caramel Sauce or Southern Pecan Torte for Dessert 23 April 2015 -
PRSRT. STD Prsrt Std U.S. POSTAGE US Postage PAID Paid St.Tampa Petersburg, FL FL Permit 2622 Permit No. 756
St. Petersburg Yacht Club 11 Central Avenue St. Petersburg, Florida 33701-3919 (727) 822-3873 spycfrontdesk@tampabay.rr.com
ADDRESS SERVICE REQUESTED 2301 Pass-A-Grille Way St. Pete Beach (727) 360-1646
Marc Reydams………….............................823-1219 General Manager gm@spyc.org Colleen Finney, CHAE................................823-1061 Chief Financial Officer controller@spyc.org Amy Spencer…………...............................892-6888 Executive Director of Membership membership@spyc.org Joseph Van Bemmel..................................892-6889 Executive Chef executivechef@spyc.org Shannon Nylander, CPCE..........................892-6882 Director of Catering spyccatering@tampabay.rr.com Pierre Dumaine………...............................892-6880 Director of Food & Beverage pierre@spyc.org Steaven Harbin ……...............................…822-3873 Dining Room Manager ext. 227 steaven@spyc.org Vanessa McCambridge………...............…..360-1646 Manager at The Beach Club at PAG Vanessa-spyc@tampabay.rr.com Shawn Macking……….....................….….822-3113 Waterfront Director Waterfront-director@spyc.org Adam Harnen………............................…..822-3227 Dockmaster Dockmasterspyc@gmail.com Todd Fedyszyn………............................….896-8101 Youth Sailing Director youthsailingdirector@spyc.org Phyllis Eades………..................................892-6893 Sailing Secretary sailingsecretary@spyc.org Steve Partridge...…………........................892-6892 Facilities Manager facilitiesmgr@spyc.org Micah Giralte……………...........................892-6894 Executive Housekeeper housekeeping@spyc.org
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www.spyc.org April 2015
Hours of Operation: Downtown:
Commodore Room:
Clubhouse Open (Tues. – Sunday): 7:00am
Dinner: Friday & Saturday: 5:30pm - 9:30pm
Grille 1909: Lunch: Tuesday - Saturday, 11:30am - 2:00pm Dinner: Tuesday - Sunday, 5:30pm - 9:30pm Sunday Brunch Buffet: 10:30am - 1:30pm (upstairs during the month of December)
Heritage Lounge: (food service hours) Lunch: Tuesday - Sunday, 11:30am - 2:00pm Dinner: Tuesday - Sunday 5:30pm - 9:30pm (limited afternoon & late night menu available)
Bridge Room: Breakfast Buffet: Tuesday - Friday, 7:00am - 9:00am Saturday – 7:30am – 10:00am
Tiki Hut: Thursday, Friday: 5:00pm - (Closing varies based upon weather & business levels) Saturday: 1:00pm - 11:30pm Sunday: 1:00pm - 6:00pm
Sailing Center:
Tuesday - Sunday: 8:00am - 5:00pm
Snell Isle Hours: Closed Mondays & Tuesdays Wednesday - Friday 8am - 5pm
• Saturday & Sunday 7am -5pm
Pass-a-Grille Clubhouse: Closed Tuesdays • Sunday: Noon - 8:00pm Weekdays: 11:00am – 9:30pm • Friday & Saturday: 11:00am – 10:30pm Lunch: 11:30am - 2:00pm • Dinner: 6:00pm - 9:00pm Bar Menu Available on Sundays: 12:00pm to 8:00pm All other days with the exception of Tuesday: 11:30am - 9:00pm Sunday Brunch (last Sunday of each month): 11:00am - 2:00pm