Membership Newsletter
December 2017
Smooth Sailing
all Bay Race & 2nd Annual Leukemia Cup/Ted Irwin Memorial, p F 7 1 0 2 e h t f g. 4 Results o IN THIS ISSUE: Clubs Within the Club • Around the Club • Christmas & NYE 2018 Membership Highlights • Upcoming Downtown & Pass-a-Grille Events 1
Smooth Sailing
ON TAMPA BAY
SAILING CAPITAL OF THE SOUTH
COMMODORE’S LOG Chapter 2 The Commodore's Ball, Blessing of the Fleet and the United States Adult Sailing Championship are now behind us. It is truly amazing how fast time passes by with our heavy schedule. I would like to remind all that the Americas Disabled Regatta is scheduled for December 1st thru the 3rd. Just around the corner are two of our premier ocean regattas, the 2018 St. Petersburg-Habana Race (February 28th-March 3rd, 2018) and the Regata de Sol al Sol (April 27th-May 4th, 2018). I participated in last year's event and the trip to Cuba was unforgettable. This year is the 50th year and Golden Anniversary of the Regata del Sol al Sol race to Mexico, which should be a very well attended and enjoyable celebration in Isla Mujeres. Even if you are not sailing, both of these events are great fun to participate in! On the local scene, the Club Championship sailed with our new fleet of J70's. It is my pleasure to congratulate David Mendelblatt (our new Treasurer), who is now the Club Champion!
Soon it will be Christmas so check out the holiday events going on Downtown and at Pass-a-Grille. The Christmas Cookie Decorating at Pass-a-Grille on Saturday, December 9th, Children’s Christmas Party & Brunch downtown on Sunday, December 17th, and the Santa Christmas Parade will pass by the Club on Saturday, December 2nd…the children and grandchildren love these events! Speaking of Christmas, the collectible publication of the "Ray Kendall Williams Photo Collection: 1930-1937" is available through the Club. We are very fortunate to have a publication such as this to share the rich history and incredible photos of the St. Petersburg-Habana Races of years past. These books are perfect for the coffee table and make great Christmas gifts! As I write this chapter of the Commodore's Log, I am preparing to go with the Wing Shooters on a three day trip to Georgia; the many clubs within the club will keep you busy. This is the last publication before January 2018, so I would like to take this opportunity to wish all the members of St. Petersburg Yacht Club a safe and enjoyable Christmas & a Happy New Year. See you at the Club,
Joseph W. Klingel, Commodore
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
Smooth Sailing December 2017
Membership Highlight
Active in the community, Susan is a 2001 graduate of Leadership St. Pete (LSP), Chaired LSP in 2008, served as alumni president in 2011-2012, has served on the Planning Committee for LSP for 14 years, is a member of the Bay Area Concierge Association, the Downtown Neighborhood Association, Women in Tourism, and was president of the Downtown Business Association. Susan is a fifth generation native of Florida, born and raised in Bradenton and a graduate of Manatee High School. As a former military wife, she moved around the country and has lived in Georgia, Texas, North Dakota, England and several parts of Florida, but has called St. Petersburg home since 1998 and currently resides in Placido Bayou with her “pocket Golden Retriever” Roxy. Susan has two grown children – a son who lives in Santa Monica with his wife and two children (and runs a highly successful content agency called Los York), and a daughter who lives in Parrish with her two teenage children, who has devoted her career to elementary education. Susan is excited to meet with the members of SPYC, working together to grow our membership over the next several years. SPYC members are encouraged and invited to attend a “Welcome Reception” for Susan on Wednesday, January 10, 2018 from 6:00-8:00 pm upstairs in the Waterfront Room.
MEM
We welcome Susan M. Robertson as the new Director of Membership/ Marketing for the St. Petersburg Yacht Club. Susan’s career has been varied in the marketing field, working mainly in the shopping center industry, with a stint in radio sales, public facility management, private club management, and tourism/hospitality. Best known in the area as “Susan from The Pier”, she was the Marketing/PR Director for twelve years there, and most recently held the position of Director of Marketing for the Museum of Fine Arts here in downtown St. Petersburg.
BE
R S HIP
Welcome CLUB MEMBERSHIP Bill Waters Membership Chairman Susan Robertson Director of Membership/Marketing
New Members ACTIVE:
Mr. & Mrs. William & Diane Rodrigues Ms. Susan Proctor Mr. & Mrs. Doug & Dulce Licker Mr. Michael Fox
ACTIVE BOAT OWNER:
Mr. & Mrs. Eric & Rebecca Schulkowski Mr. & Mrs. Michael & Carolina Holtz Dr. & Mrs. Patrick & Karen Chase Mr. & Mrs. Mark & Heidi Leenay
INTERMEDIATE:
Mr. Seth Rosenthal Mr. & Mrs. Kevin & Maggie Adams Ms. Emily Lofton Mr. Adam Arbisi
PROPOSERS:
The Club relies on our members’ proposals and we thank you for your support!
Mr. Chris Fraser Mr. Ken Cowan Mr. Adam Rosenthal Mr. Steve Hamilton Mr. Bill Waters II Mr. Russell Savela Mr. John Cooper Mr. Robert Sherman Mr. Charles Boh
A-GRILLE S S A P & N DOWNTOW
& s a m t s i r Ch e v E s ' r a New Ye HOURS
Christmas Eve (12/24): Downtown Club open for Brunch only, 11 am-2 pm (Lounge, Tiki & Grille 1909 CLOSED) PAG - CLOSED Christmas Day (12/25): Both Clubhouses CLOSED Tuesday, 12/26: Downtown Club OPEN PAG - CLOSED 12/26 & 12/27 - Reopens 12/28
New Year's Eve (12/31): Downtown Club opens at 1 pm Lounge & Tiki open at 1 pm with exclusive menu PAG - Opens at 12 noon (exclusive lounge/deck menu & early NYE dinner at 7 pm) New Year's Day (1/1/18): Both Clubhouses- Open at 4 pm, Eggnog Party 4-6 pm & Lounges open 4-8 pm Both Clubhouses CLOSED - 1/2/18 PAG Closed - 1/3/18 Downtown Reopens - 1/3/18 PAG Reopens - 1/4/18
2017 Fall Bay Race & 2nd Annual Leukemia Cull/Ted Irwin Memorial by Shirley Rigo, Event Chair Saturday, October 28th opened up the 2017 Regatta Season with the FALL BAY RACE and 2nd Annual Leukemia Cup/Ted Irwin Memorial. There were a total of 14 faithful skippers, and a plethora of crew, joined by our Clubs miraculous race committee for two races on Tampa Bay. The results of PHRF: Spinnaker A • •
1st Warrior/Grant Dumas
2nd Silver Surfer/Past Commodore Harvey Ford •
3rd Tack Tick/ Dr. Michael Siedlecki Spinnaker B •
1st JHawk/David Arata, Sr. •
We had a few DNF, but everyone showed up for the Awards BBQ; amidst the fun, LLS auction items and a fabulous DJ who proved Karoke is not dead. The overall Cruiser is After You/John Gardner and Spinnaker is Warrior/Grant Dumas. Overall Leukemia Cup Ted Irwin Memorial Trophy is Grant Dumas. Congratulations and thank you to everyone who participated in this year’s event!
2nd Ariel/Jody Abrams Cruising A •
• •
1st XTC/Tom Glew
2nd Sleeper/Christopher Brown
3rd Prime Plus/Frank Hanna & Mark Requa Cruising B •
4
1st After You/John Gardner
Smooth Sailing December 2017
George Dewar Trophy ~ awarded to Grant Dumas for 1st Overall along with the Ted Irwin Memorial Trophy
The SPYC Junior Sailing Team had a busy Fall with sailors competing all over the state of Florida. The Opti Race Team has been busy sailing in both fleet and team racing events, while our Laser sailors have been training hard for some big events over the next couple of months. The high school sailing season has also kicked into high gear with the first four events of the year already on the books. Over the weekend of October 14th -15th, SPYC hosted the High School Singlehanded District Championships. SPYC was well represented in this event by Blaire, McCarthy, Heather Kerns, Heidi Hicks, Emily Allen, Colin Lawther, Callista Hopkins and Anika Boicheff all competing. The top three sailors from this event all qualified to compete in the High School Singlehanded National Championships hosted by SPYC, which took place two weeks later. Sailing Program.pdf 1 11/16/17 11:01 AM Need an idea for your next event? Why not try our
G SAILINA M R G O R P
E W AT
The team is busy training for the Orange Bowl International Youth Regatta as well as the Laser Atlantic Coast Championships, The Valentine’s Day Regatta and the Laser Midwinter Championships.
The St. Petersburg Yacht Club proudly presents...
The 50th Year & Golden Anniversary of the Regata del Sol al Sol Race to Mexico FOR INFORMATION GO TO: www.spyc.org , Click Sailing, Regattas, then Regata del Sol al Sol under the Sun Logo, or www.regatadelsolalsol.org
½ Day & Full Day Programs available We will work with the Sailing Center to customize a package to suit your needs Includes: Sailing Instruction, Cocktail Hour, Breakfast-Lunch or Dinner and/or an Awards Ceremony
Reduced entry if ALL fees paid by December 31, 2017- Discount For Regata del Sol al Sol if you compete in the St. Petersburg–Habana Race too! See Notice of Race for OFFICIAL Details
Join this exciting and challenging race! Come to the island and have lots of fun!
APRIL 26 - MAY 4, 2018
Event Sponsors Start planning now! Contact Catering at 727-892-6882 or catering@spyc.org
TH
The following weekend SPYC had over 50 junior sailors competing at different venues around the state of Florida. Ten of our Opti sailors were in Fort Lauderdale competing in the LYC Team Racing Invitational, while at the same time ten more Opti sailors competed at the Ft Myers River Romp Regatta hosted by the Edison Sailing Center. Thirty high school sailors also travelled to the US Sailing Center in Martin County for the first High School South Points Regatta of the year.
GROUPS OF ALL SIZES WELCOME
Great for Corporate Team Building, Birthday Parties, Christmas Parties or Just for Fun!!
ON
by Todd Fedyszyn – Youth Sailing Director
ER
Junior Sailing
The Yachting Information Committee has created opportunities to expand the Club’s community presence in digital, print, and hands-on experiences in support of growing our membership. A 90 second video is now available on our web site. The video shows many activities our Club offers in a vibrant fun atmosphere. Please share this video with prospective members as it gives a glimpse of our wonderful Club.
Yachting Recognition Awards Call for Nominations! DEADLINE for Nominations: January 15, 2018
ELIGIBILITY: - Club members, Spouses, and Dependents - Junior Sailors and Members of the Sailing Center - Other Individuals who have received national recognition for yachting accomplishments -
Selection Criteria for Individuals who... · Have distinguished themselves and brought honor to SPYC by outstanding performance in national/international yachting competition; · Have accomplishments in race or event management of such significance as to draw national/international recognition; · Through long and noteworthy service in yachting activities, distinguish themselves to an unusual & unique degree; · Including...a special award is given to a Cruiser who has embarked on a long journey in 2017.
For more details or to submit your nominations please contact: Trisha Birkenstock at trishab@tampabay.rr.com
TH
ER
ON
Yachting Information & Ray Kendall Williams Photo Collection Book
E W AT
The St. Petersburg Yacht Club has also published a 12x12 hard cover, 172 page book that captures 440 photographs taken by Ray Kendall Williams. The “Ray Kendall Williams Photo Collection” spans photos taken almost 30 years ago of the St. Petersburg to Havana Race. The race began in 1930 and ran through 1959. After a 58 year hiatus the race was reinstated in 2017. Ray’s photographs captured the yachts, their skippers and crew members. Many have been identified. We still need member's help in the ongoing project to identify the photographs. Additionally, a volunteer team is working on an Optimist Pram exhibit to go into the St. Petersburg Museum of History in February 2018. These projects couldn’t have been done without the unwavering passion, hard work and collaboration of our club volunteers. Thank you very much. – Donna Sue Marks, Yachting Information Chairperson
Final Registration Deadline is approaching to compete in the 2018 St. Petersburg - Habana Race!
For Notice of Race & Online Registration visit: http://spychabanarace.com
Who will WIN 1st to Finish & Line honors in 2018?
?
Blessing of the Fleet 2017 A few photos from this year’s Blessing of the Fleet. We thank everyone who was able to attend, and wish you good luck and many blessings for the new year.
Sailing Schedule Adult Learn to Sail Classes Taught in our Ideal 18’s Weekends 8:30 am - 3:30 pm Membership to SPYC or SPSC is not Required. December 9/10 and 16/17 January 6/7 & 27/28 Please inquire regarding SPYC Member discounts
Adult Intermediate Classes
Sail Demonstration & Social
Taught on various weekends 8:30 am - 3:30 pm $100 for Yacht Club Members
Join us for a 30 minute sail with instructor followed by a Social to meet other members & sailors.
For available dates contact the Sailing Center
Cost: $20/pp
For available dates contact the Sailing Center 10:30-11:00 am 11:00-11:30 am OR 11:30am-Noon
For more details, contact the Sailing Center at 727-822-3113. Register online at www.sailstpete.org
Join us Saturday ~ December 9th, 2017 at the Main Docks Downtown 5 pm | Social (bring a snack to share) ~ 6 pm | Lighting of the Yachts
All leaseholders, Cruising Fleet, and SPYC boating members are encouraged to participate by decorating and lighting their boats. Please join us in welcoming members to the docks, and creating a fun and festive atmosphere for all to enjoy. We will continue the new tradition to honor this event with our perpetual recognition plaque proudly displayed at the docks to showcase and memorialize the favorite boats (power and sail).
December 2017 Smooth Sailing 7
CLUB
UBS W
by Carol Hansen
HIN TH
E
CL
IT
Salty Sisters
The outgoing Captain, Selga Sakss welcomed all the Salty Sisters to the 66th Annual Meeting on October 4th. After hearing reports from last year’s Officers and Committee Chairs, Selga gave the gavel and Captain’s pin to our newly elected Captain, Gina Bowden-Pierce. Gina, in turn, welcomed our new Co-Captain, Connie Beckman.
Membership, Trisha Birkenstock and Nancy Shivers introduced our newest Salty Sisters, the Class of 2016: Marti Cochran, Nancy Dunn, Angela Kowalik, Heather LaLanne, Gwen Mann, Andrea Merriman, Mary Moosbrugger, Sarah Richards, Dee Rodney, Stefanie Stevenson, and Debbie Walcutt. Selga congratulated Brooke Taliaferro and Barbara Watson for a job well done instructing this new class.
Our guest speakers this year were Commodore Bob Birkenstock and Waterfront Director Shawn Macking. Selga thanked the Commodore, members of the Board, and the Club management for all their support of the Salty Sisters. Selga also thanked Shawn for all the help he and his crew have given the Salties this past year. This year’s Spirit Award went to both Helen Larsen and Janet Walker for “Exemplifying the qualities of contributing to the social aspect of sailing, good sportsmanship, leadership, organization, motivation, involvement, and attendance.” The Amy Joyce Uhler Race Management Award was given to both Barbara Arnold and Selga Sakss for contributing the greatest towards race management this past year. The Elizabeth Priestley Optimist Memorial Trophy was awarded to the Salty Sister who best exemplifies Betsy’s spirit of eternal optimism in “achieving or attempting the Challenge to achieve personal goals through exceptional character, as demonstrated on the water and in her life in the context of being a Salty Sister.” This year the trophy was presented to Carol Hansen, class of 2007. 8
Smooth Sailing December 2017
Trisha also announced our brand new 30 year recipient for 2017, Helen Larsen. Also acknowledged were our 50 year members: PSC Fran Weaver Nohren, PSC Ardith Rutland, D.C. Stevenson, Gloria Lewallen, and Barbara Mack Watters. After all the awards and charms were presented to the Trophy winners, Officers, and Committee Chairs, the results of the elections were announced. Our new Officers and Directors for 2017-2018 are: Captain – Gina Bowden-Pierce, Co-Captain – Connie Beckman, Secretary – Jennifer Paramore, Treasurer – Bonnie Cannard, and Awards – Ellen Pavone. The new 2-year Directors are Vicki Posner, Barbara Townsend, and Kathy Ahern. These three will join Tricia Billings, Polly Jones, and Betty Proper as members of the Board. Congratulations to all!!!
And finally, the Salty Sisters want to congratulate Selga Sakss on her election to the SPYC Board!!! Congratulations!!!
The program year has gotten off to a fabulous start – first the one act comedies and plays presented by Joan Petitit and her cast. The October program meeting was an absolute fun fest. It was not only informative (did you know Hostess introduced the first cupcake in 1909?), but tasty. Everyone decorated their own dessert cupcake.
IT
CLUB HIN TH
E
by Patsy Warmack, PhD President
UBS W
BEACH CLUB
SPYC AT PASS-A-GRILLE
CL
Ladies
Our annual fashion show, this year in conjunction with Chico’s, was held November 13th. The Club was at full capacity. Five of our own lovely models showed off the chic fashions - everything you need to make your holidays fa-la-la-la-fabulous!
Our Lovely Models Carol Sjolund, JoAnn Wood, Eleanor Koelsch, Gail Vazzano and Beverly Burchard
Don’t forget, the Holiday Party is scheduled for Monday December 4th!
Cupcake Decorators at Work
SPYC staff were judges for the event with prizes going to Nancy Johnson for Too Pretty to Eat, Angela Kowalik for Best Halloween Theme, and Mary Rainey for Only a Mother Could Love! In fact, everyone was a winner because they had their dessert exactly the way they like it!
Speaking of fabulous! Janna Ranney got a very challenging win in Mah Jongg. Congrats Janna!
Janna Ranney’s Amazing Mah Jongg Hand
If you play Mah Jongg or would like to learn, start now. We play every Monday afternoon from 1:00 – 4:00 pm. Contact Barbara Casey @ 727360-0602 or email her (barbarahap@aol.com). There is still time to practice for our February 5 Annual Mah Jongg Tournament!!
If you are a Mah Jongg player and aren’t already a member of the Ladies Beach Club, no worries, just contact our Membership Chairwoman, Sondra Seay-Frisbie, 727-542-3077 (sondra.seay@gmail.com). It’s $30.00 annually and worth every penny! Contest Winners Angela Kowalik, Mary Rainey, and Nancy Johnson
December 2017 Smooth Sailing 9
IT H
Our October Cruise was to Anna Maria Island on Halloween weekend—a first for many of us. We had 11 boats who made the trip, including 3 new fleet members and a few“iron dinghyers”. Our Port Directors, Ray & Charlotte Noyes, planned a great weekend for us. Friday night, after welcome docktails hosted by the Noyes, we had dinner at Ocean Star for Japanese cuisine and hibachi grill. On Saturday, some ventured into the quaint town for lunch and shopping. Later that evening we boarded the Monkey Bus (the high light of the weekend) for dinner at the Bridge Tender Inn in Bradenton Beach. On Sunday, the winds were so high that we all had to stay another day…oh, shucks! We all enjoyed the extended cruise, our last of the year. Thanks to everyone for coming, and to Ray & Charlotte for
All aboard the Monkey Bus!
hosting us on their island! October Port Directors: Ray & Charlotte Noyes
CLUB
W
H IN T
E
by Angela Kowalik, Fleet Captain
CLUBS
Cruising Fleet
by John Arsenault
This past month has been a busy one for the Wing Shooters. Aside from our weekly shoots on Fridays we participated in a couple of special events. Last year the Wing Shooters raised over $10,000 for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Annual SPYC Fund Raiser. Our shoot this year was on October 28th and our own PC Bob Birkenstock won 1st place, individual score followed by Commodore Joe Klingel in 2nd place. Congratulations to you both!! Also, Breck Amicks team won 1st Place Team. Good fun and good shoots were had by all in an effort to help raise money.
November is the beginning of hunting season and this is a picture of seven of our men shooting ‘crazy quail’ in anticipation of the hunt. We shoot from an elevated platform and the clay birds are fired out from under us at random heights, angles, and speed. It’s very fast paced and mimics actual quail hunting. Some targets are thrown in multiples from the machine pictured at the lower right.
Cruising Fleet at Anna Maria Island
In November, it was my pleasure to coordinate once again this year’s Blessing of the Fleet after the Commodore’s Ball. The new Flag Officers and I blessed over twenty boats on the docks….fair winds and following seas for So much fun, we didn’t want everyone! to leave!
In December, there is no monthly meeting but please join us for our Annual Holiday Dinner on Friday December 8th instead as we celebrate our ventures and close out the year. Please note, our Monthly Meetings resume in January with a Dinner Meeting on Thursday, January 11th to wind up for another great year of boating. We invite our fellow SPYC members to come walk the docks with us for the Lighting of the Yachts and dock party on Saturday, December 9th. For all SPYC boaters out there, there’s still time to complete the FCYC Cruising Log 2017 to be eligible for one of the FCYC cruising awards. Contact the Fleet Captain regarding your submission, which is due after Dec 31st. Happy Holidays! I hope to see you on the water … Inquire or sign-up for our events on the SPYC Website, Cruising Fleet page. 10
Smooth Sailing December 2017
The first week of November, fourteen of our members journeyed up to the the Wynfield Plantation at Albany GA. On the way up we visited Kevin’s Fine Apparel and Gear in Thomasville GA where we had a private tour of their gun rooms. We saw shotguns ranging in price from $2,000 to $150,000! (nobody purchased one). Once at Wynfield, everything was first class with two men to a jeep and six dogs. Dogs are only allowed to work in 15 minute shifts as they run the whole time. All meals and adult beverages were included and all three squares a day were laden with southern hospitality. Our Grand PooBah, Tom Hatton is shown with Mark Foster after a half day hunt; our whole gang is shown in the dining room. Come on out some Friday and try your hand at Sporting Clays. Great fun and camaraderie!
IT
Annual Holiday Party December 13th in the Ballroom Social time: 5:30 p.m. with Hors d’Oeuvres and holiday music Dinner: 6:00 p.m. House Salad with Choice of Ranch & Vinaigrette Dressing Grilled Boneless Chicken Breast Picatta with Capers & Basil, Orzo and Vegetables 6:30 p.m. Entertainment Program with Dessert to follow (Crème Brulee with berries) $25.00/per person (all inclusive) Entertainment is provided by the Lumina Youth Choirs of Tampa. Lumina Youth Choirs offers passionate young singers the opportunity to explore and experience the power of music in their lives. Guests (family & friends) are Welcomed! Reservations are required. Contact Catering: cateringinfo@spyc.org, 727-892-6887 no later than Saturday, December 9, 2017 We look forward to you joining us for this enjoyable evening. Come and see what you are missing!!! New & returning members are always welcome—to become a member contact our Membership Chair Debbie Walcutt (knoticaly@hotmail.com) or 321-437-6695. The Mission of the Woman’s Club is to embrace new friendships, promote social activities and increase women’s involvement in the SPYC.
Saltwater Anglers by Capt. Wayne Andrews
The Saint Petersburg Yacht Club 2017 Fishing Tournament was held on Saturday and Sunday October 14th & 15th at Pass-aGrille. Boats fished and checked in by 3:00 pm on either day: scoring, tournament prize raffle, and award ceremony followed fishing on Sunday afternoon. The winning boat, RumBunctious captained by David Menneke, a tournament sponsor, had member Fred Bickley aboard. RumBunctious brought in four winning length species fish (Red Grouper, Mangrove Snapper, Hogfish, Grunt), and two that tied for 1st place (Red Snapper, Spanish Mackerel) for a total of 17 out of possible 18 points. Second place boat was Wayne’s World, captained by Wayne Andrews, who had Andy Strong, another sponsor onboard. Wayne’s World had two winning length species (Baracuda and Mahi Mahi) two tied for 1st place (Red Snapper, Spanish Mackerel) a
CLUB HIN TH
E
UBS W
by Angela Kowalik, President - koalafam@tampabay.rr.com
CL
Woman’s Club AT ST. PETERSBURG YACHT CLUB
Woman’s Club Interest Groups Book Group Facilitator: Shirley Barbel Enjoy the holidays, see you in Jan. Meets the 4th Wed each month (except Nov & Dec) Contact: sbarbel@aol.com Bridge Group Facilitator: Joyce Sterrett Meets every Tues @ 1:00pm in the Bridge Room. [Lunch @ 12:00 optional] Contact: 727-822-5878 Golf Group Facilitator: Helene Hardick Meets each Fri Oct 15 thru May 15, 8:30 am for 9:00 am tee time 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@gmail.com or 727-895-8243 Travel Group Facilitator: Pat Seifried Meets 2nd Wednesday of every month (times and dates may vary) Contact: pat@seafreedtravel.com Sunshine Facilitator: Sondra Seay-Frisbie If someone is ill or could use cheering up Contact: sondra.seay@gmail.com
[Please note – these are subject to change each month] Membership in the Woman’s Club is required to participate in the Interest Group activities.
2nd place Baracuda and a 3rd Place Red Snapper for a total of 14 points. Third place boat was Checked Out, captained by Saltwater Angler member Chris Cameron. Checked Out had a winning length Redfish and 2nd & 3rd place seatrout for a total of 6 points. Madelyn Kinemond won the Female Angler Trophy with 1st place Seatrout while fishing with George Kinemond, and Aidan Lugo took the Junior Angler prize while fishing aboard RumBunctious. Wayne Andrews said: “We had a fun and well attended event despite the weather postponement. Bay fishing weather was excellent, offshore boats fought some rough seas. Every boat caught fish and most participants won some great prizes thanks to our sponsors. Looking forward to next year!”
December 2017 Smooth Sailing 11
IT
October 17th, the Salty Sisters hosted the FWSA Championship Regatta sailed in Ideals and 420’s. The Broad Reachers were proud to have their first team ever to compete. Skipper Barbara Watson with her crew, Charl Hadfield and Carol Hansen proudly represented the Broad Reachers in an Ideal. The wind was perfect, but the waves proved to be a bit much for the girls sailing their first time together. Even though they were quite drenched, all three had a great time together.
Barbara Watson, Carol Hansen, Charl Hadfield
Barbara, Charl, Carol
Broad Reacher FWSA Championship Team
On Friday October 27th, the Broad Reachers hosted the 46th Annual Commodore Lucas Invitational Ladies Pram Regatta. We had eight sailors representing five different clubs. Our PRO, Gloria Davis, did a wonderful job conducting five, round-robin races. Her Race Committee volunteers consisted of Selga Sakss, Barbara Arnold, and Betty Hurley, along with Charl Hadfield and Nita George in the Safety Boat. The race wouldn’t be the same without our Boat Handlers; Tricia Billings, Nancy Strite, Joanne Simmons, Carol Jurca, and Teresa Brydon. Thanks to our other volunteers & helpers; Ginny Daniels, Connie DuBois, Connie Beckman, Anne O’Dell, and Jeanette Erb. Spencer Lucas was on hand to present the trophies to 1st place - Robin Babka (Windlasses), 2nd place - Nancy Kadau (Salty Sisters), and 3rd place - P.J. Summerville (Mainsheet Mamas.)
Nancy Kadau & Robin Babca
P J Summerville, Nancy Kadau, Robin Babca, Spencer Lucas
For anyone that would like to learn to sail a Pram or just have some fun, the Broad Reachers are for you. Please contact Carol Hansen at carol@dband1.com for more information. 12
Smooth Sailing December 2017
CLUB
G lf Gr up by Theresa Matthews
HIN TH
E
UBS W
by Carol Hansen
CL
Broad Reachers
Twenty-five members of the Golf Group played at the Bayou Club in mid-October. There were trees and breezes off the water that helped relieve an otherwise fairly toasty day. They were well organized, gave us a free beer, and most stayed for a delicious, inexpensive lunch in a lovely setting. We also had 4 guests play with us which only added to the fun had by all! In first place at +3 were Susan and John Arsenault and their two guests. Second place winners at +3 (who lost on a match of most difficult holes) were Herb and Elizabeth Anderson and two guests. Finishing third at +4 were Isabel Shoenberg, Dave Evans, Jack Howard, and Dick Vazzano. On the par 3’s, closest to the pin was won by Martin Morris, Herb Anderson, Dawn Echart, and a guest. Dale Evans was closest to the line. Mark your calendars: • University Park Country Club: Nov. 15th, Wednesday, 9:15 am, double tees, fee $50+ • Innisbrook (North Course): Dec. 5th, Tuesday, 8:30 am, double tees, fee $50+ • Christmas Party: Dec. 7th, Thursday, 6 pm If interested in joining the Golf Group, please contact John and Susan Arsenault at SueatCP@aol.com.
Come join us for fun once a month scrambles!
IT
CLUB
Flying Club by Andrew Evans
HIN TH
E
UBS W
by Barbara Watson
CL
Amateur Radio Club
Welcome back all our active pilots, crew and supporters! Most of us have had a busy season but have been able to maintain our interest throughout the long hot summer. Other individuals have realized that sitting on a hot runway waiting for ATC clearance small planes can get very hot and uncomfortable, particularly low wing planes. Many pilots have come to appreciate Cessna 172’s as a good place to find shade.
The Amateur Radio Club meets Monday evenings for Happy Hour at Pass-a-Grille from 4:00-7:00 pm. The Net starts at 5:30 pm. Amateur radio operators can join in on their smart phones via Echolink, search for AREC; this is a conference node that will connect you to WD4SCD-R. When you first connect to AREC there may be a 20 second or less delay to connect, after that it will work as normal. Please join us either in person or on the Net!
L-R: Barbara Watson, Frank Mann, Marge & David Slazas, Linda & Bob Potter at Pass-a-Grille
Jack Satterfield mans the table at the Member Appreciation Party in October.
Summer always is a high point for many aviation enthusiast and pilots. With the July EAA 65th Annual Fly-in Convention in Oshkosh this year, there were 590,000 attendees and over 10,000 aircraft covering everything from sport and recreational, to astronauts, and everything in between. If you have never been put this on your bucket list. Several of our members (including myself) are still struggling along to our next certification. Tracy Livingston, at the last meeting, gave us an interesting view of being“under the hood” as he works toward his B29 Superfortress FiFi flying over Oshkosh Instrumentation Rating; my understanding is he is now landing at the correct airport! Peter Privitera reports several club members attended the AOPA Static Display Convention last month, held at Davis Island Airport AOPA Tampa Fly-in Peter O’Knight Airport (KTPF), and then lunched at the Yacht Club next door. On display was the latest and greatest equipment and airplanes. Interesting enough the new amphibian ICON A5 which was on display is the same model Roy Holliday, the famed MLB player, was flying when Oshkosh from the air he recently crashed in the water off Florida; a reminder for all to be safe up there. On a lighter note, lunch at the Davis Island YC was superb and we would encourage all club members to take advantage of the proximity to visit the airport and Yacht Club. We will again be holding our Flying Club Christmas Party, so please check your e-mails for the date once we have confirmed. December 2017 Smooth Sailing 13
MON
TUES
Happy Hour 4-7pm
Buccaneer's Halftime Pop Party ~ Russet Fries BOGO! Domestic Buckets of Beer $11++
17
FRIDAY
December ~ Glass of Champagne for $2++ from 4-7pm
SATURDAY Live Music on the Deck From 5:00-8:00pm
Hours of Operation: Tues & Wed: CLOSED Mon, Thurs, Fri & Sat: 11:30AM-9:30PM (Menu available until 9PM)
Buccaneer's Halftime Pop Party ~ Russet Fries BOGO! Domestic Buckets of Beer
24
11 Mah Jongg 1:00pm
THURS
FRI
19 19
18
Glass of Champagne for $2++ from 4-7pm
Bridge 11:30am
7
Bingo! 6:30pm Happy Hour 4-7pm
13
Mah Jongg 1:00pm Amateur Radio 5:30pm Happy Hour 4-7pm
25
20 20
26 26
27
SAT
1
Glass of Champagne for $2++ from 4-7pm
14 Bridge 11:30am
Happy Hour 4-7pm
Christmas Eve- Beach Club Beach Club CLOSED CLOSED Merry Christmas!
12
CLOSED
THURSDAY
10
CLOSED
CLOSED
Unsinkables 6-9 Happy Hour 4-7pm
6 11
CLOSED
WEDNESDAY
5
4
LBC 11am Mah Jongg 1:00pm
CLOSED
CLOSED
3
Buccaneer's Halftime Pop Party ~ Russet Fries BOGO! Domestic Buckets of Beer $11++
CLOSED
Happy Hour 4-7pm
TUESDAY
WED
For Reservations Please Call: 727-360-1646
CLOSED
SUN
CLOSED
MONDAY
Pass-a-Grille
December
CLOSED
Halftime Balloon Pop Party
CLOSED
SUNDAY
The Beach Club at
CLOSED
WEEKLY EVENTS
Happy Hour 4-7pm
Broad Reachers 11am Holiday Buffet Lighted Boat Parade 6pm
8
21
Happy Hour 4-7pm
Beach Club RE-OPENS
28
Bridge 11:30am Happy Hour 4-7pm
Broad Reachers 11am Christmas Cookie Decorating 3:30pm Live Music on Deck 5-8pm
15 Glass of Champagne for $2++ from 4-7pm
Glass of Champagne for $2++ from 4-7pm
Glass of Champagne for $2++ from 4-7pm
9
16 Broad Reachers 11am Live Music on Deck 5-8pm
Wine Society 6:00pm
Bridge 11:30am
2
22
23
Broad Reachers 11am Live Music on Deck 5-8pm
29
30
Broad Reachers 11am Live Music on Deck 5-8pm
NO Bloody 31 Mary Bar/Brunch Club Opens at Noon
New Year's Day ~ January 1st Annual Eggnog Party Beach Club opens at 4:00 pm Eggnog Party from 4:00-6:00 pm Lounge open from 4:00-8:00 pm
Sunday: Noon-8PM Menu Available January 2: Beach Club CLOSED (Sunday Brunch not January 3: Beach Club CLOSED available in December) January 4: Beach Club RE-OPENS Smooth Sailing December 2017 14
January Upcoming Events (all dates subject to change)
4: Bingo - 8: Unsinkables - 15: Amateur Radio Club 15: Ladies Beach Club - 19: Wine Society - 28: Bloody Mary Bar & Brunch *IMPORTANT* Please contact Pass-a-Grille Management for space availability prior to all Special Events taking place at the Beach Club. Call Kerrie at - 727-360-1646.
Downtown Clubhouse
December
Clubhouse Main # (727) 822-3873 SUN
MON
TUES
WED
THURS
FRI
SAT 1
CLOSED
America's Disabled Regatta
Sailing Demo & Social- Contact SPSC for details 822-3113 17:36
17 Children's Christmas Party & Brunch 11am-2pm 17:38
Club ONLY 24 Open for Christmas Eve Brunch from 11am-2pm 17:41
17:35
11 11
18 18
5
Golf Group 6pm
17:35
Salty Sisters 13 Holiday Party Woman's Club 5pm Saltwater Anglers 6pm 17:36
19
17:35
Wine Society 6pm
Salty Sisters
26
20
17:43
Breakfast Buffet 7-9AM (Served in Bridge Room) Happy Hour 4-7PM in Lounge
17:36
WEDNESDAY
16
17:37
17:39
22
23 Annual Christmas Holiday ShowLounge, 7pm & 8pm
17:40
28
17:43
17:38
17:40
29
17:44
30
17:45
31
New Year's Eve Club opens at 1pm 17:46
Clubhouse opens at 4:00 pm Eggnog Party 4:00-6:00 pm (Compass Room) Heritage Lounge open 4:00-8:00 pm (Grille 1909 CLOSED)
Breakfast Buffet 7-9AM
THURSDAY
Breakfast Buffet 7-9AM Captains Wines ~ 1/2 Price!
FRIDAY
Breakfast Buffet 7-9AM Tiki Hut Happy Hour 5-7PM
SATURDAY
Breakfast Buffet 7:30-10AM Tiki Hut Happy Hour 3-5PM
Commodore Room
January Upcoming Events (all dates subject to change) New Year's Day ~ January 1st Annual Eggnog Party
TUESDAY
Annual Lighting of the Yachts 5pm
15
21
Chicken Roulade with Prosciutto (Dec. 26-29)
17:43
9
Wing Shooters 6pm
27
RE-OPENS
17:35
Sunday Brunch Buffet Grille 1909 10:30AM-1:30PM Tiki Hut Happy Hour 3-5PM
CLOSED
17:35
8
14
17:37
17:39
17:35
SUNDAY
MONDAY
Santa Parade 10am
Cruising Fleet Annual Holiday/Awards Dinner
Maple Glazed Pork Chops (Dec. 19-22)
17:39
25 25 Club
7
Rosemary Grilled Chicken (Dec. 12-15)
17:36 Riders Club 6pm
Salty Sisters
6
Hunan Beef & Broccoli Stir Fry (Dec. 5-8)
12
CLOSED
10
CLOSED
17:35
CLOSED
America's Disabled Regatta
44
CLOSED
3
Hearth Baked Chicken Cacciatore (Dec. 1st)
America's Disabled Regatta
2
WEEKLY EVENTS
2: CLUB CLOSED 14: Sailing Demo & Social at SPSC 3: CLUB RE-OPENS 16: Riders Club 6-7: Snipe States/Gaspar Regatta 17:Woman's Club 9: Golf Group 17: Trivia Night 10: Saltwater Anglers 18: Wine Society Sunset 20:22 Sunset 20:21 10: Welcome Reception for Susan 19-21: J/88 & J/111 Midwinter 11: Wing Shooters Society 19: Ten Hours Until Dawn 13-14: Master Driver Team Race 26: Forever Plaid~ STRAZ Show 13: Scavenger Hunt 31: Birthday Bash 13: FCYC/Royal Palm Y&CC
Piano Lounge Open Fri - Sat: 7:30-11:30pm
Grille 1909
Lunch Buffet: Tues-Fri. 11:30-2:00PM A La Carte Lunch: Tues-Fri. 11:30-2:00PM Dinner: Tues-Sun. 5:30-9:30PM Sunday Brunch: 10:30AM-1:30PM December 2017 Smooth Sailing 15
2017 SPYC VINTAGE MOTOR CLASSIC REVIEW
IT
CLUB HIN TH
E
UBS W
by Stephanie Mucciano, Chairman & Stew Ahman, Vice Chairman
CL
Vintage Motor Club
The Vintage Motor Classic has become the most prestigious show of this nature on the West Coast of Florida. Individual trophies were presented in multiple categories by Commodore Joe Klingel, Vice Commodore Jim Byrne, and Rear Commodore Michael Blacker. The Mayor’s Choice Award was also presented. The Mayor once proclaimed, “This event has become the place to be seen.” Quite an honor!
Celebrating it’s 16th year! The Vintage Motor Classic was a huge success on November 5th. This most publically visible St. Pete Yacht Club event hosted over 5,000 attendees and 280 vintage vehicles, with participants throughout Florida and as far as North Carolina. Chairman Rick Brooks and his committee of over 100 volunteers, arrived at 7:00 am on show day, prepared the park, registered and escorted vehicles to their assigned area, and then judged these vehicles for the trophy and awards ceremony. $1,789 was raised for charity Pet Pals Animal Shelter. Thank you volunteers!
The 2018 Vintage Motor Classic is scheduled for Sunday, Nov 4th, 2018. Join us and participate in the fun and camaraderie. Do you like vintage cars, boats and motorcycles? Consider joining the Vintage Motor Club (part of the Clubs Within the Club at SPYC) and remember, you don’t have to own a vintage vehicle to join if you love them!
Riders Club
by Wayne Bond
Happy Holidays from the Riders Club!
The Riders Club received a tremendous response during the SPYC Member Appreciation Event on Sunday, October 23rd. Wayne, Bob and Douglas did a great job manning the Riders Club table and providing handouts to SPYC members who stopped by. We were pleased to meet three SPYC members who own motorcycles and were interested in the Riders Club; looking forward to riding with you in the near future! 16
Smooth Sailing December 2017
At our October Riders Club meeting, our Riders enjoyed a surprise guest. Rick Noyes, owner of three Harley Davidson dealerships in North Carolina and younger brother of Riders Club member Ray Noyes. Our club members enjoyed speaking with Rick about the new Harley Davidson lineup. Our rides to Sweetwater Road in Zolfo Springs (with a lunch at Brothers Tacos) and the Beach Bash Motorcycle Rally in St. Pete Beach (sponsored by Bert’s Barracuda Harley Davidson), will be completed before this newsletter is published. Don’t miss out on our future ride plans including visits to Florida Wineries and Fisherman’s Village in Punta Gorda. Contact any member for more information on the Riders Club and to join us on a ride. President…............... Wayne Bond Vice President…....... Gary Quilla 2nd Vice President… Ray Noyes Secretary…............... Douglas Freedle
wbond@dwightdarby.com Gquilla@aol.com noyescrew@aol.com janusfla@tampabay.rr.com
IT
Seeing Florida By Water … Happy Holidays All!!! There was no “official” boat trip in November …but the weather was beautiful! So Heber and I scouted out beaches for lunches and anchorages in our area. Non-official exploratory missions will continue as the weather holds in December; we will post last minute excursions on the website and do e-blasts if we have your email address. Come join us if you can.
CLUB
Making Memories at SPYC!
HIN TH
E
UBS W
by Barbara Weller
CL
Power Boat Riders Club Competition
Our “Spooktacular Halloween Brunch” on October 29th brought in some super cute costumes. Featured below are: The Superhero Family ~ Liz & Olivia Jensen with Josh & Claire de La Torre, Unicorns ~ Megan & Scarlet Wood, and Firefighter & his Dalmatian ~ Smith & Emmett Nelson.
2018 will bring more changes! I will be posting on our club website this coming year!!!!! Expand the Day Trippers activities. This is our small boat (trailer size and dinghies) group that takes day trips in the area. Open to all members of the club, we visit local clubs and restaurants. This year let’s rev up for some beach parties and go inland to Homosassa Springs and Mount Dora! Some will be trailer trips and maybe overnight. Love to have you join us when you can!
These ladies are working hard and looking good!! Thank you to SPYC member Loie Polinsky for volunteering to teach the “Dance to Health Class for Women over 50”, which was available during October & November. The class was a huge success! Keep an eye out in Smooth Sailing for more future Dance to Health Classes in 2018. 2018 North American Invitational. SPYC is hosting the 46th Annual NAI in 2018 from October 23rd – October 27th. This is a cruiser navigation rally sanctioned by the North American Cruising Association (NACA). We will be having activities both at the Downtown Club and at PAG. We invite you to participate in this celebration as we bring in yachtsman from around the country to participate. Looking for committee members! We’d love to have you participate and bring your experience and knowledge to the table. Barbara Weller, Chair, Power Boat Competition, barbara.weller221@yahoo.com, 941-356-1680.
*48 Hour Cancellation Policy for all Club events* Reservations cancelled 48 hours or more prior to any event will not be charged a fee. A $10/per person fee will be charged for cancellations made 24-48 hours prior to any event (inclusive of tax & service charges). Full price will be charged if cancelled within 24 hours of any event, or the reservation is a No Show.
December 2017 Smooth Sailing 17
SPYC’S
AR B
Traveling Burgees!
TH E CL
U
OUN
D
IN MEMORIAM Mr. Louis Motta ~ July 19, 2017 Mr. Ryoji Matsumoto ~ October 9, 2017 Mr. Richard Pauline ~ October 10, 2017
EMPLOYEE ANNIVERSARIES December
Barbara Kearnes ~ Executive Office, 32yrs Sharon Wiers ~ Cashier, 16yrs Aneliya Boyadzhieva ~ Banquet Server, 13yrs Linda Morabito ~ Banquet Server, 11yrs Billie Hillyer ~ Housekeeping Supervisor, 8 yrs Michael Phythian ~ Bartender, 4yrs Alexis Foster ~ Banquet Server, 3yrs Keith Gordon ~ Steward, 3yrs Susan Buckley ~ Cashier, 2yrs Andrea Luba ~ Dining Rm Server, 2yrs J. Jane Arkwright ~ Dining Rm Server, 1yr Adam Fitzgerald ~ Docks, 1yr
EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH
Tom & Tanya Morlock had the pleasure to visit the Santa Barbara Yacht Club. During their stay SBYC was very hospitable and welcomed them as their own.
Lisa and Dave Arata in Ireland. The Royal Cork Yacht Club is the oldest Yacht Club in the world dating back to 1720.
NOVEMBER 2017, BARBARA KEARNES It is not often that you have the honor of recognizing someone as employee of the month for the 11th time in their career – and it is with great pride that we congratulate Barbara Kearnes as our Employee of the Month for November, 2017! Barbara is a tremendous asset to the Club and her hard work is appreciated by all – she’s the one we call when our computers are acting up, or we need updates to the website, or any other task that requires her expertise. She is a pleasure to work with and always puts the Club first in everything she does. Thank you, Barbara, and we commend you on this well-deserved award!
Dave & Carol Soderlund at Châteauneuf-duPape, Provence, France via Viking River Boat.
Upcoming Events
Do wn to wn
le ril G ass Pa
Lighted Boat Parade & Holiday Buffet Saturday, December 2nd $25++/pp | Children 4-12 yrs old 1/2 price Located at the Beach Club 6:00 pm: Cocktails & Hors d'oeuvres 6:15 pm Soup & Salad 6:30 pm Hot Buffet with Dessert afterwards RSVP: 727-360-1646
Santa Christmas Parade
Saturday, December 2nd A perfect way to kick off your Holidays! Join us at the Club to watch the parade, be with friends & celebrate the Holiday Season. Day of Events: Breakfast Buffet (Bridge Room): 7:30-10:00am Lunch Buffet (Grille 1909): 11:00 am-2:00 pm Grille 1909 Patio will be reserved seating only. Make your reservations early. Lounge opens at 10:00 am (Lounge menu available at 11 am) Tiki Hut opens at 10:00 am (No Food Service Available)
le ril G ass Pa
Chirstmas Cookie Decorating
Saturday, December 9th at 3:30 pm | $15++/pp Price includes activities KIDS!! Decorate Christmas Cookies, visit Santa & enjoy fun face painting by Santa's Elf!! Anyone participating in the Cookie Decorating Event will receive 15% off their dinner that evening.
Do wn to wn
Reservations must be made by December 4th, 2017. RSVP: 727-360-1646
s ub l C th o B
SPYC's Annual Christmas Holiday Show
Saturday, December 23rd | Heritage Lounge Featuring Keith Coleman and Ruby Tuesday! The Annual Holiday Show is a high energy extravaganza of holiday sounds that will make you happy and feel warm, fuzzy, and Christmasy all over. Visits by Elvis, Barbara Streisand, Neil Diamond, Louie Armstrong, Reba, Johnny Mathis, Dino, Bing, Andy Williams, Karen Carpenter, Diana Krahl, Mae West, and several original characters singing your favorite Holiday Classics. 7:00 pm show is kid friendly with Christmas Bells and giveaways. 8:00 pm show is Keith being Keith *Complimentary for ALL SPYC Members & their Guests*
New Year's Day Annual Eggnog Party
Monday, January 1st, 2018 Held Downtown in the Compass Room & at Pass-a-Grille from 4:00-6:00 pm. Members only (Both Clubhouses open at 4:00 pm) Downtown & PAG Lounge: Open 4:00-8:00 pm Grille 1909: Closed December 2017 Smooth Sailing 19
Children’s Christmas
Party & Brunch Sunday, December 17, 2017 Brunch in the Ballroom 11:00 am - 2:00 pm $26++/adults $13++/ages 4-12 Reservations Required: 892-6882 or 6887
11:00 am - 3:00 pm: Strolling Balloon Artist
gift marked “Boy” or “Girl” & the Age it is appropriate for. All gifts are distributed to needy children in the Pinellas County area.
11:30 am: Santa can’t take the sleigh out before Christmas, so he will arrive at the Main Docks by BOAT. 11:00 –2:00 pm: Face painting by Christmas elves (1st floor) 12:00 – 2:00 pm: Visit with Santa in the Quarterdeck
Don’t get on the “Naughty” list *Cancellations honored until Friday, December 15, 2017 (If we receive your cancellation after this date, your original reservation will be charged)
Please bring a New wrapped
Children’s Activities
1:00 pm: Magic Show (Regatta Room)
Attending any of the activities without attending Brunch? Please call to let us know - we need to make sure Santa has plenty of treats for everyone.
Sunday, December 31, 2017 New Years Eve Hours & Events: Clubhouse Opens at 1 PM • Heritage Lounge & Tiki Hut: Opens 1 PM • (Exclusive Lounge/Tiki Menu available)
VIP Party in the Commodore Room
7 PM ∙ (Limited to 40 people)
$105++/Per Person Elegant Seated Dinner Featuring:
Butler Passed Champagne & Hors d' Oeuvres Amuse Bouche: Citrus Chive Cream Fraiche & American Paddle Fish Caviar Appetizer: Savory Gulf Snapper Ceviche Soup: Petite Lobster Cappuccino Vanilla Bean Foam Salad: Baby Mache & Hearts of Palm Intermezzo: Mango Chablis Ice Cream & Fresh Berries Choice of Entree: *Pan Roasted Peking Duck Grand Marnier *Petite Bacon Wrapped Filet Mignon & Canadian Cold Water Lobster *Seared Wild Isles Scottish Salmon *Rosemary scented New Zealand Lamb Chops Served Dessert: Hazelnut Marjolaine Includes: Live Pianist, Upgraded Party Favors, Midnight Champagne Toast & admission to the CLUB SPYC in the Ballroom.
RSVP: 727-892-6882 or catering@spyc.org
Dress Code: Black Tie Preferred
Grille 1909 A Big Evening of
Dinner & Dancing Reservations for 7 PM or 9:30 PM
$68.00++/Per Person New Years Eve Dinner in Grille 1909 Includes:
Salad & choice of Entree, plus a Glass of Wine with Dinner. Afterwards....make your way upstairs to the Ballroom for an exciting evening at CLUB SPYC from 8 PM-Midnight!
RSVP: 727-822-3873 (PFO/Cash Bar Available)
Ring in the New Year at
CLUB SPYC! 8 pm-Midnight Only want to attend "CLUB SPYC" upstairs?
$30.00++/Per Person Festivities Include: Dessert Buffet, Coffee Bar, Champagne Toast at Midnight, Live DJ, Photobooth, Party Favors & Fireworks to watch from the Balcony. (9 PM & Midnight)
RSVP: 727-892-6882 -OR- 6887
(Cancellations honored until Wednesday, December 27th. If cancellation is received after this date, your original reservation will be charged. This policy applies to ALL New Years Eve events listed above.)
SOUP Braised Crab Bisque SALAD Euro Cucumber rolled Artisan Lettuce served with Kale and Quinoa Tabouli Parmesan Crostini Sundried Tomato Vinaigrette CHOICE OF:
PASS-A-GRILLE CLUBHOUSE Sunday, December 31 $50++/pp
COME AND ENJOY DINNER: 7:00 PM • CHAMPAGNE TOAST: 9:00 PM MUSIC BY
Doug Bliss
Herb Roasted Prime Rib of Beef Served with an Idaho Russet Baked Potato, Savory Au Jus and Sautéed Asparagus or Tuscan Chilean Sea Bass Herb Marinated and Seared, Topped with red and yellow tomato Bruschetta, Parmesan Saffron Risotto Cake & Grilled Ratatouille of Vegetable. or Herb and Pecan Crusted Chicken Breast Savory Wild Rice, Orange Cranberry Relish Sautéed Asparagus
6:30-9:30 PM
DESSERT Chef’s Dessert
Scavenger Hunt
Saturday, January 13, 2018 ~ 4:00 pm
$56
Includes: Hors d’ Oeuvres, Sangria & Refreshments /per player at both 4pm & 6pm
Limited to the first 7 Teams (42 people). Sign up Today!!! (Specify who your team mates are, or if you need to join a team) This Hunt will take you throughout Downtown (on foot). With very unusual challenges for things to collect and team photos to take that will exercise, not only your body, but your brain as well. It will challenge you to find and create fun items, get creative for Team Photo Challenges, and to find the Surprise Challenge. 4:00 pm: Meet at the Club. Pull your own team together (6 people) or join a team when you get here. 4:15 pm: Refreshments will be served and The “Orientation” will take place 4:30-6:00 pm: The Scavenger Hunt Begins. 6:00 pm: Meet back at the club for post Hunt scoring and Prizes (If you arrive past 6 pm, you are disqualified)
727-892-6882 or catering@spyc.org Cancellations honored until Friday, January 5, 2018 (If we receive your cancellation after this date, your original reservation will be charged)
"Ten Hours Until Dawn" 40th Anniversary Book Reading & Presentation
Friday, January 19, 2018 6:30 pm Hors d’ Oeuvres & Cocktails 7:30 pm Presentation $25++/per person (Cash Bar) Author Michael Tougias will appear at SPYC to give a slide presentation & reading on his book; "Ten Hours Until Dawn"- A true story of heroism and tragedy aboard the Can Do.
Mr.Tougias is an award-winning author of 20 books including several true survival thrillers: The Finest Hours, Fatal Forecast, Overboard!, Ten Hours Until Dawn, and The Rescue of the Bounty. Tougias has received the American Library Association “Editors Choice” Award and the Independent Publishers “Best Nature Book of the Year” award.
(48-hour cancellation policy in effect) Reservations: 727-892-6882 or spyccatering@tampabay.rr.com
Dance to Health Classes for Women Over 50
SAVE THE DATE January 27, 2018- 6:30 pm
Gourmet Dinner Downtown Clubhouse.
An elegant wine dinner featuring high-end Bordeaux wines from some of the finest Châteaux, paired with a Bordeaux inspired menu by Chef Joseph. *More details to be announced soon*
January 10, 2018 10 am-5 pm Quarterdeck Room
6 week session, taught by volunteer member, Loie Polinsky Have a great time learning choreographed dances straight from Broadway while burning off calories!
IMPROVE YOUR WINE KNOWLEDGE! The Napa Valley Wine Academy will be offering SPYC members the Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET) Level 1 Certification. This is not another “wine class”, as these certifications are world renowned and recognized by wine industry leaders. Course includes: learning to taste wine via WSET systematic approach, the principals of food & wine pairing, main styles & types of wine, grape varietals, storage, and service. SPECIAL PRICE FOR SPYC MEMBERS - $350
Full 6 Week Session January 8th - February 12th Every Monday ~ 11:00 am - Noon (Complimentary for SPYC Ladies) In the Regatta Room
(MUST BE ABLE TO ATTEND THE FULL 6 WEEK SESSION) Space is limited. Please call Loie to RSVP and to learn more details about the class: LoieP609@gmail.com ~ 727-302-1428
REGISTRATION: 855-513-9738 (Lunch, Study Materials & Exam Fee Included - Successful Students receive a WSET Certificate & Lapel Pin.)
Monthly Events: Downtown & Pass-a-Grille (all dates subject to change) ENTERTAINMENT IN THE HERITAGE LOUNGE TUES. - THURS.: 7:30 PM FRIDAY & SATURDAY: 8:00 PM Dec. Dec. Dec. Dec. Dec. Dec. Dec.
1-2: Standing 8 Count Jazz 5-9: Green Flash 12-16: Royz Band 19-22: DAZZLER 23: SPYC Annual Holiday Show! 26-30: Green Flash 31: New Year’s Eve with Green Flash!
TIKI HUT ENTERTAINMENT FRIDAYS FROM 5 PM-10 PM Dec. 1: Angelo Cooke Dec. 8: Sam Stone (5-7 pm) Dave Vallerie (7-10 pm) Dec. 15: Chris Rooney Dec. 22: Sam Stone (5-7 pm) Steve Mullis (7-10 pm)
BIRTHDAY BASH NO Birthday Bash in December. Next Bash: Wednesday, January 31, 2018 $17++/ Per Guest • 6-9 PM Reservations: 727-892-6882 or catering@spyc.org
WINE SOCIETY
$10++/per guest
Downtown: Wednesday: January 17, 2018 at 7:00 pm Takes place in the Regatta Room Reservations: 727-892-6882 (NO Trivia Night in December)
DEC. 1ST: White Bean Soup with Garlic Sausage & Chives, Hearth Baked Chicken Cacciatore with Garlic Parsley Fettuccini
Downtown: Thursday, December 14th at 6:00 pm Call: 727-822-3873
Pass-a-Grille: Friday, December 15th at 6:00 pm
DEC. 5-8: Wonton Soup with Fresh Ginger and Scallion, Hunan Beef & Broccoli Stir Fry
Call: 727-360-1646
Wines from Deloach Santa Rosa, CA.
DEC. 12-15: Winter Harvest Bisque Amaretto Crème Fraîche, Rosemary Grilled Chicken in Cranberry Port Wine Glaze
Please note: Depending on Wine Society attendance, non-Wine Society member à la carte dining may be limited to the Lounge and Patios. Reservations Required Non Wine Society Guests Welcomed - $25
LIVE ENTERTAINMENT AT PASS-A-GRILLE Every Saturday from 5:00-8:00 pm Buckets of Beer ~ $11++ Entertainment Schedule: Dec. 2: Chris Rooney Dec. 9: Doug Bliss Dec. 16: Dave Williamson Dec. 23: Keith Otten Dec. 30: Steve Mullis *Located only at our Beach Club location*
DEC. 19-22: Mescaline Greens with Blue Cheese Brulee and Sun Dried Cherry Vinaigrette, Maple Glazed Pork Chops with Scalloped Apples & Broccoli Florets DEC. 26-29: Arugula, Sun Dried Tomato and Artichoke Salad with Lemon Pepper Aioli, Chicken Roulade with Prosciutto, Fresh Mozzarella & Toasted Sage
BRUNCH punch cards for the Summer!
Have Brunch Downtown Five Times During the Summer & Receive the Sixth for Free!
SUNDAY BRUNCH BUFFET Grille 1909 ~ 10:30 am-1:30 pm Buffet25, | $15++Unlimited Mimosa Bar Cards valid $16++ May 15 – September 2016 ($20/Unlimited Mimosa Bar without Brunch or $6 each) Reservations Suggested: 727-822-3873
Receive a "Brunch Punch Card" from your server, provided at your first Brunch visit. The cards will be punched each time you enjoy Brunch Downtown.
BINGO AT PASS-A-GRILLE THURSDAY, DECEMBER 7TH
TRIVIA NIGHT
DOWNTOWN FAMILY NIGHT
6:30-8:30 pm Includes food, book of 15 strips of 3 cards (each strip 2 games, total 30 games) Prizes awarded for each game. RSVP: 727-360-1646
Not valid on holidays and special events. One brunch stamped per visit. Card must be present to receive stamp. Downtown location only. Complimentary Brunches must be redeemed by 12/11/16.
BLOODY MARY BAR & BRUNCH AT PASS-A-GRILLE Due to the holidays, there will be no Bloody Mary Brunch in December- Next brunch will be JANUARY 28, 2018.
Prsrt Std US Postage Paid Tampa FL Permit 2622
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, FL (727) 360-1646
Marc Reydams………….............................823-1219 General Manager gm@spyc.org Colleen Finney, CHAE................................823-1061 Chief Financial Officer controller@spyc.org Susan Robertson ………….............................892-6888 Director of Membership/Marketing 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 Mary Lou Privitera ……...............................…822-3873 Director of Restaurants ext. 227 Director.restaurants@spyc.org Kerrie Paquette ……......….................…..360-1646 Manager at The Beach Club at PAG Kerrie@spyc.org Shawn Macking……….....................….….822-3113 Waterfront Director Waterfront-director@spyc.org John Toberman ...…............................…..822-3227 dockmaster@spyc.org Todd Fedyszyn………............................….896-8101 Youth Sailing Director youthsailingdirector@spyc.org Leah Wieter ………....................................892-6893 Member Services & Marketing Coordinator member.services@spyc.org Steve Partridge...…………........................892-6892 Facilities Manager facilitiesmgr@spyc.org Micah Giralte……………...........................892-6894 Executive Housekeeper housekeeping@spyc.org
Hours of Operation: CLOSED Mondays Downtown: Clubhouse Open (Tues. – Sunday): 7:00am
Commodore Room: Commodore Dining Room is available for private party bookings with advance reservations. (Contact Catering for details) Friday & Saturday: LIVE Piano Bar 7:30pm-11:30pm
Grille 1909: Lunch: Tuesday-Friday, 11:30am - 2:00pm • Dinner: Tuesday - Sunday, 5:30pm - 9:30pm Sunday Brunch: 10:30am - 1:30pm
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 9am - 6pm • Saturday & Sunday 7am - 6pm
Pass-a-Grille Clubhouse:
Snell Isle Marina: 895-8142 Downtown Marina: 822-3227 Accounting/Billing Support: 892-6883 or 892-6884
www.spyc.org
Closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays Monday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday: 11:30am-9:30pm (Menu available until 9pm) Sunday: Noon-8:00pm | Sunday Brunch 11:00am-2:00pm (Last Sunday of every month) *Menu available on Sunday, except during Sunday Brunch. Limited menu in Lounge available on this day, with regular a la carte menu served from 2:00-8:00pm.* https://www.facebook.com/SaintPetersburgYachtClub https://www.facebook.com/SailingCenter https://twitter.com/SPYC_FL https://www.pinterest.com/spyc1909/ #stpetersburgyachtclub on Instagram