Membership Newsletter
February 2016
Smooth Sailing
AMERICA’S DISABLED OPEN REGATTA WINNERS-2015 Details and list of winners inside this issue! IN THIS ISSUE: On The Water • 2016 Regatta Event Information Clubs Within the Club • Around the Club • Membership Information • Weekly Specials 1
Smooth Sailing
ON TAMPA BAY
SAILING CAPITAL OF THE SOUTH
COMMODORE’S LOG Chapter 03 The Holidays are over and Regattas abound! The Valentines Regatta will be held February 6-7th, followed by the NOOD (the National Offshore One Design) Regatta held February 12-14th. Then next up is the Quantum J70 ‘s Midwinter Championship which is held from February 25th to the 28th. With approximately 50+ entries in the NOOD and 35+ entries in the J70’s Midwinter Championship, Tampa Bay will be quite a site to be seen in February. The Ides of March will bring us three more regattas: Pussers Rum Cup, Thistle Midwinter’s and the Winter Lightning Championships, which will also kick off the clubs Twilight series. This is just a sample of why we are known as the Sailing Capital! These regattas will bring plenty of sailors to our Club, Downtown Waterfront, Beach Drive and the Bay Area. So expect plenty of activity in your club and please give a warm welcome to all.
We are very excited about the addition of our newest Club, the “Fishing Club,” spearheaded by Intermediate Member, Rich Andretta. The first meeting will occur on February 10th to lay out a plan for fishing excursions, tournaments and social meetings. We feel this is a great addition and will enhance the great benefits we have as members of SPYC. For more information about getting involved, please contact Amy Spencer our Membership Director. In December, the Early Bird Dinner was rolled out at Pass-aGrille and is offered every night of the week from 5 – 6pm, with the exception of Tuesday when it is closed. The Downtown Clubhouse fills in the gap on Tuesday and now offers the Early Bird Dinner in Grille 1909. For those who enjoy dining early, this is a great offering; a three course dinner for just $12++ per person. Another great addition is the extension of Tuesday night Happy Hour in the Heritage Lounge. Happy Hour will be available from 4 – 7pm on Tuesday evenings during the months of January and February. Lastly our Commodore Room continues to get rave reviews, and a new player piano is the most recent addition to this room. It’s a Great Day in Tampa Bay!
The Membership Challenge is proving to be a great success. In December we had a net positive 6 memberships, so keep talking to your friends and colleagues about joining. Don’t forget we have all those various Clubs within a Club. Salty Sisters, Women’s Club, Golf Group, Cruising Fleet, Cruiser Navigation, Flying Club, Amateur Radio Club, Intermediates, Broad Reacher’s, Wine Society, Wing Shooters, Ladies Beach Club and the SPYC Riders Club.
Richard Winning 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.
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Special Message from the Membership Director MEM
The Membership Challenge is well underway! We thank you for participating in this great competition and for your support in bringing new members into the club!
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Status of the Contest (As of December 31st): Most Initiation Fees: Ronald Hersch is currently in first place having brought in two full Active memberships in the first quarter of the year. However, we have many close seconds and it’s anyone’s race! Most New Members: Currently we have a tie between Bill Waters Jr., and Ronald Hersch The race is close and we have many who are on the heels of the current top contenders! Thank you to all of our members who are excited about bringing their friends and colleagues on board! Remember, every Proposer receives recognition and gifts. We have had a terrific first quarter and, with your assistance, look forward to a successful year.
2015/2016 SPYC Membership Challenge Proposers Throughout the 2015/2016 Fiscal Year, October 1, 2015 – September 30, 2016,
will be entered into the Challenge and eligible to receive the following benefits:
The Top Proposer in Each Category Will Be Awarded: Most Initiation Fees: • Proposer who Brings In the Most Generated Initiation Fee Revenue will receive: • Complimentary Membership Dues for the 2016/2017 Year • Commemorative Plaque Recognizing them for their outstanding support of the SPYC Highest Number of Members: • Proposer who Brings In the Highest Number of Members: • Half Year of Complimentary Membership Dues • Commemorative Plaque Recognizing them for their outstanding support of SPYC These Two Individuals Will be Recognized at the Annual Member Appreciation Party In addition to the VIP Party for all Proposers during the year.
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Welcome CLUB MEMBERSHIP Chris Bergstrom, Membership Chairman Amy Spencer, Executive Director of Membership
New Members ACTIVE: Mr. & Mrs. Shane & Cheryl O’Neil Mr. & Mrs. Kenneth & Lisa Amos ACTIVE BOAT OWNER: Mr. & Mrs. Fred & Carol Whaley Mr. & Mrs. Nicholas & Marie Hartney INTERMEDIATE: Ms. Lauren Growney Mr. Matthew McCarthy Mr. Laurence Growney III REINSTATE: Mr. & Mrs. Jackson & Robyn Bowman ~ Active
PROPOSERS:
Additional Perks for being a Proposer Receive: • Food & Beverage Certificates – Up to $500 per new member based upon the category of the incoming member • A special VIP Party at the end of the Year • Lapel Pin to proudly wear for recognition as an elite Proposer • All Proposers will be entered into a drawing for a $250 Membership Account Credit
The Club relies on our members’ proposals and we thank you for your support!
We Sincerely Thank All of Our Proposers for Their Support of Your Great Club! The Club Relies on Your Efforts & You Are Appreciated!
Mr. Edward Steadman
* Awards do not apply to Honorary Members. *Award is based upon winner’s dues amount for the 2016/2017 fiscal year (10/1/16 – 9/30/17) *Awards may not be gifted to others *In the event of a tie in the Highest Number of Members, the higher revenue amount will determine the winner *In the event of a tie in the Most Generated Initiation Fee Revenue, the higher amount of members will determine the winner
Mr. Ronald Hersch
Mr. Bill Waters Jr. Mr. Chris Fraser Mr. Bill Protz Mr. Bill Stover Mr. Ryan Hartney
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Valentine’s Day Weekend Downtown
Pass-a-Grille
Love is in the Air all Weekend Long... February 12-14, 2016 5:30-9:30pm
Join us for a Special Evening of Romance by the Beach
Dining in Grille 1909 & The Commodore Room
February 12 – 14, 2016 5:30 – 9:00pm
In addition to the a la Carte menu, a Special Prix Fixe Valentine’s Menu for Two will be offered Friday, Saturday, and Sunday Evening. 5:30-9:30pm
In addition to the a la Carte menu, a Special Prix Fixe Valentine’s Menu for Two will be offered Friday, Saturday & Sunday Evening.
Valentine sunday Brunch Sunday, February 14th, 10:30am-2:00pm Belgian Style Waffles, Chef Prepared Omelets, Assorted Seasonally Fresh Salads, Action Station, A Variety of Lunch Entrees and a Dessert Display.
Valentine’s Day Featured Event Ad Split Page between Downtown and PAG Menu Menu
$20++ per person includes a glass of Champagne or Mimosa
Appetizer:
1st Course – Shared
Sesame Seared Diver Scallop over Waikimi Salad
Seafood Neptune – Chilled Oysters on Half Shell, Snow Crab Cocktail Claws, Jumbo Gulf Shrimp, Smoked Salmon, & Rare Ahi Tuna. Vodka Spiked Red Sauce & Ginger Sweet Soy
Butternut Squash Bisque with Hazelnut Foam
2nd Course – Individual Selection
Baby Spinach Frisee, Lemon Lime Infused Bartlet Pear, Feta Cheese, and Candid Pecans
Two Hearts Salad-Tender Hearts of Palm, Red Romaine, Spiced Pecans & Blood Orange Vinaigrette.
3rd Course – Individual Selection The Loving Couple – Filet & Lobster with Cabernet Wine Sauce & Chablis Drawn Butter -ORCoconut Shrimp & Gulf Grouper, Papaya Scallion Salsa and Passion Fruit butter, Aromatic Basmati Rice -ORPistachio Crusted Rack of Lamb, Pomegranate jus, Yukon Gold Potato Mousse
4th Course – Shared Mélange a trois
$90++
Per Couple
Soup: Salad:
$90++
Per Couple
Intermezzo: Lemon Sorbet
Entrée Choice:
Tarragon Butter Poached Maine Lobster Tails Baked Potato, Vegetable and Lemon Buerre Blanc Sauce -ORGrilled Filet Mignon topped with Jumbo Lump Crab Meat Béarnaise Sauce over Asiago Au Gratin Potatoes and Asparagus -ORMacadamia Encrusted Black Grouper Coconut Infused Grilled Shrimp Skewers Spaghetti Squash under Red Curry Sauce
Dessert for Two: Chefs Suzanne’s Specialty Dessert
Reservations: 727-822-3873
Reservations: 727-360-1646
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Article By: Fred Stansberry The Wing Shooters Society started the New Year with a bang, by participating in the Rough Riders 2016 Charity Shoot on January 9th. SPYC was well represented by six four-man WSS teams. They competed with over 300 shooters from organizations and individual shot gunners from around Tampa Bay. WSS teams performed well and brought much positive attention by flying the SPYC burgee on all of our carts. This charity shoot has become an annual event for our members and compliments our mission of supporting worthwhile local charities. In addition to the shooting competition, we all enjoyed a continental breakfast before the shoot and afterwards a beer & barbecue low country boil. The Rough Riders and their sponsors provided all of the food and refreshments.
SPYC Wing Shooter Society Members gather around the “Teddy Bear� at the Rough Riders 2016 Charity Shoot. Left to Right: Jim Montgomery, Jerry Coletti, Fred Stansberry, Bob Birkenstock, Jeff Locker, Les Bauer, John Worlein, Tom Hatton, John Hanner, Wayne Andrews, Ed Wilson, and John Arsenault. Bending: Doug Williamson and Sandy Schoenberg. Kneeling: John Cartier, Mark Foster and Tom Daniels.
The Wing Shooters Society is still accepting new memberships, and invites other SPYC members with an interest in shot gunning sports to join us. Contact any WSS member or Jack Cartier at jack@cartiercpas.com, or (727) 822-8800.
Bob Merriman
Wayne Andrews
Team Copperhead
Team Deadeyes
Team Rabbit Team Pull
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Welcome Aboard!!!
In December we wrapped up the 2015 Cruising Fleet program with the Annual Awards & Holiday Dinner. It was another enjoyable event; we spent the time reminiscing with everyone about the cruising activities over the past year with a slide show and we had our usual round of The Twelve Days of Christmas. As Fleet Captain, I was honored to be able to present our 2015 Participation and Port Director appreciation awards. We had quite a large participation over the last year and it continues to grow each year. That’s quite encouraging to see both new active boaters joining our cruise events and former boaters getting reengaged with the Fleet.
for download on the SPYC website.
In addition, it was my pleasure to present the 2015 Vildibill Award to Barbara & Heber Weller in recognition of their commendable contributions to the Fleet and SPYC boating activities. As you know, Barbara was my predecessor having served as Fleet Captain for the 3 years prior and continues to serve as Power Boat Competition chair. Both Barbara and Heber are active Fleet members, serve on the Fleet Committee, volunteer as Fleet Port Directors, and have offered their vessel Clifton as “Blessing of the Fleet” Blessing Vessel for several years - just to name a few of their contributions and accomplishments. They continue to bring enthusiasm, ideas, knowledge and experience to the Fleet, as well as provide great support to our Fleet and the club. Congratulations Barbara & Heber Weller!!!
For inquiries about the Cruising Fleet, or to sign-up for our activities or cruises, contact Member.Services@spyc.org, or Fleet.Captain@spyc.org, or use the SPYC website.
At the end of the year, many Fleet members took their own holiday cruise. Some ventured downtown, some to our beach location, and some down south. What a great way to end the year and ring in the new one. And to start off this year, I had the opportunity to venture over to Eau Gallie Yacht Club for the January FCYC meeting, which included an excursion to Embraer Luxury Jet customer service center. These bi-monthly FCYC meetings are so much fun. Not only do you get to visit fellow FCYC clubs and neighboring attractions, but you can also socialize and network with other club members and officers! Consider coming to one of these meetings and get to know your fellow FCYC clubs and members.
For all you cruisers out there (both power and sail), please take advantage of the FCYC Yachtsman Award opportunities including the new Founders awards by visiting any of the FCYC clubs and having your visit and mileage recorded on the 2016 FCYC Cruising Log, which is available on the FCYC site along with other details. For Monthly Meeting reservations, contact the Catering Office at 727-892-6887 or 6882 or spyccatering@tampabay.rr.com.
I hope to see you on the water… - Angela Kowalik, Fleet Captain
Barbara & Heber Weller, 2015 Vildibill Award Recipients
Commodore Richard Winning to address the Cruising Fleet in February
Upcoming Events for the Cruising Fleet to enjoy: • Cruising Fleet Luncheon – Thursday, February 11, 2016. • February cruise to our downtown SPYC docks – Feb. 19-21, 2016. • Vessel Safety Check – Sunday, February 21. February’s Cruising Fleet Luncheon is Thursday, February 11, 2016 at noon. We are happy to have a special appearance by Commodore Richard Winning for our annual Commodore’s Address to the Fleet. We will also begin sign-up for our annual May Commodore’s Cruise at that time. We previewed this year’s Commodore’s Cruise shirt at the January meeting and are taking orders now for those shirts. Since our February cruise is to our own downtown SPYC docks, why not stop by on Friday or Saturday to say Hi to the Fleet! On Sunday, there will be a Vessel Safety Check. Contact the SPYC Dockmaster to sign-up for the 2016 VSC.
Connolly’s, Merriman’s & Kowalik’s at Captiva Yacht Club
Looking ahead, we alternate between a Luncheon and Dinner to encourage more and different participation in our monthly meetings. Our cruising and event calendar has been updated and always available 6
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Angela Kowalik, Fleet Captain visits Eau Gallie Yacht Club
An insight into Embraer luxury jets
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SPYC Riders Club
By Eva Hefner, President, eva12023@tampabay.rr.com
Monday, February 8th, 2016, 11 a.m. is our annual Mah Jongg Tournament. Join us for a fun day of MJ — all levels of players are welcome. Be sure to sign up by February 3rd so that you will have a reserved place to play and compete with your friends. Prizes as well as other gifts will be awarded. Contact our Mah Jongg Maven, Barbara Casey, for details at barbarahap@aol.com or 360-0602. We play Mah Jongg every Monday at 1 p.m. If you would like to learn this entertaining game, please let Barbara know. Monday, February 15th, 2016, 11 a.m. — Tampa Bay Food Culture. Janet Keeler, a local food journalist, will talk about the evolution of food writing. Bring your recipe boxes for a fun exercise. Janet is the founder of the online foodie community #CookClub, and the author of Cookielicious: 150 Fabulous Recipes to Bake and Share. She is a Visiting Assistant Professor at USFSP, food writing teacher and editorial director at http://SundaySupperMovement.com
We invite all SPYC women to join our social group. For membership information contact Sally Roth at TouhySally@aol.com
Do you have a motorcycle just sitting in your garage? Want to meet new people or need someone to ride with? Why not consider joining the SPYC Riders Club? We meet the 3rd Tuesday of every month at 6:15pm at the downtown clubhouse. New members are always welcome. Bring your friends and ideas for future rides. Mark your calendar and join us on future rides…..Vroom Vroom! February 6, 2016 – Ride to Dade City and the antique auto show. Wayne will lead the ride. Departure time TBD. Unspecified date –Ride to Sarasota or Bradenton Yacht Club. Ray and Charlotte will lead the ride. In the works – Ride to Solomon’s Castle in Ona, Fl. This is a very popular ride and we expect great attendance. We would love to get this back on the schedule again soon. In the works –Ride to Blue Ridge Parkway/Skyline Drive For additional information please feel free to contact one of our members: Norm Naughton capnorm@earthlink.net Douglas Freedle janusfla@tampabay.rr.com
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Amateur Radio Club
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by Dick Mordaunt, AB1NI
By Nancy Strite
A gorgeous Florida day provided another enjoyable golf outing for our players. This time the venue was the North Course at Innisbrook. Winning team was Joe Hartman, Pam Gentry and Dick Vazzano. Second place was Dawn Eckhart, Jack Howard, Eric McShane and Mike McDonough. There was some mix-up in leaving the close-to-pin markers on the golf course, so prizes were given to 6 players who swore they were on the green!
First Place
Second Place
Par 3 Greens
Our speaker of the month was Bill Buttner, both Men’s and Women’s golf coach at Eckerd College. Bill played on the PGA Tour for 6 years and had five top 10 finishes. He has also led the Eckerd College men’s team to 4 NCAA finals. Having Bill as a guest is always a treat. He mixes humor with fact and golf tips with life tips and swears that women are worse putters than men, except, of course, in OUR Golf Group! Thanks to Helen Dewalt for arranging a variety of speakers for our meetings.
On a recent weekly Net, we had members call in locally on their radios; some called in from England, Scotland, The Villages and from south of the Skyway Bridge on Echolink (a Ham Radio internet app). So what does it take to get on the air? Take an easy test on radio rules, procedures and the use of a radio with a very little bit about the technology. Then an internet application or a $50.00 handheld radio. On a normal Monday at 5:30 pm outside at Pass-a-Grille you can watch and listen as one or more of us call into the Net on our handheld radios. Come and listen to hear what Ham Radio is all about. Our social network is our Net when we socialize on-the-air every Monday at 17:30 on VHF 147.030 MHz. Let’s all stay in contact from wherever we are in the world and have fun with Amateur Radio. ‘73s. https://sites.google.com/site/spycamateurradioclub/
Meet
& Greet Group Join a NEW Group! Come out to Meet New Friends, Mingle & Network with fellow SPYC Members. Downtown: Tuesday, February 16 Pass-a-Grille: Monday, March 21st Both locations are at 5:30pm
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The Broad Reachers celebrated the holiday season with our annual Christmas Party and Chinese Gift Exchange. We had a record 37 Broads and guests that day. Over a wonderful turkey luncheon, the girls drew tickets and began choosing their gifts. We had a lot of laughs as gift after gift was “stolen” from previous recipients until the “ownership” limit was reached for each gift. The party was quite the event of the year. Carol Hansen was the “MC” for the event and Captain Anne O’Dell was the photographer for the day. We look forward to 2016 and here are some of the upcoming events. In January there will be the FWSA General meeting hosted by the Salty Sisters, the Broad Reacher General meeting, our annual Mystery Race, a fun sail to Bird Island, and sailing to explore the new causeway bridge. In February we start training for the Rainbow Regatta and at that time we’ll select our team to compete. March through June will include the Captain’s Race, Nancy Lucas Regatta, Nona Bolster Race, the Friendship Race, a sail and picnic to Shell Island, and much, much more!!!! As you can see the Broad Reachers have lots of fun, so if you would like to join in, we are always searching for Saturday sailors who would like to come out and learn how to sail a Pram. For more information, please contact either Nancy Strite or Anne O’Dell.
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Let’s Welcome……The SPYC
Fishing Club! Come join this BRAND NEW addition to SPYC’s “Clubs Within the Club!” As a member of the Fishing Club you will be able to participate in *Fishing Excursions, *Tournaments, *Sharing Tips & Tactics, * Guest Speakers, *SPYC Camaraderie and so much more.
Martha Metcalf
Jeanette Erb
Betty Hurley Photo of the month: Rich Andretta and friends landing the mighty silver king off the beaches of Gasparilla Island.
Tove Kullman & Tricia Billings
Connie DuBois & Nita George
Plan to attend the first meeting, on Wednesday, February 10th at 7pm, to talk about what’s biting and discuss an upcoming Spring Inshore fishing tournament. For more information on joining, please contact Rich Andretta at snook-reds@tampabay.rr.com.
Ginny Daniels & Gracie Van Veldhuizen
Nancy Shivers & Kathy Mansir
“The Mission of the SPYC Fishing Club is to inform members on what’s biting in the Tampa Bay area, go over fishing tips and techniques to improve trips, have the club members share their favorite fishing stories, and connect club members with others to become great fishing partners.” Please submit your fishing photos to snook-reds@tampabay.rr.com for Photo of the month.
Nancy Strite with her Daughter and Grand Daughter
Gail Vazzano & Gail Falkingham
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Woman’s Club
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Woman’s Club Interest Groups Note: These are subject to change each month
Book Group Facilitator: Shirley Barbel February 24, 2016 - Light Between Oceans by M.L. Stedman Social time: 5:00 pm Discussion: 5:30 – 6:30 pm Meets the 4th Wed of each month except December 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 from 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@gmail.com or 727-895-8243 Travel Group Facilitator: Pat Seifried February 10th at 6:00pm – Travel Insurance Meets 2nd Wednesday of every month (times and dates may vary). Contact: pat@seafreedtravel.com
AT ST. PETERSBURG YACHT CLUB By Patsy Warmack PhD, President patsywarmack@tampabay.rr.com
Our February 17th program meeting will feature the NautiCats of Salty Sister fame. They will entertain us with some spirited tunes and lead a short sing along. This should be a rocking program so don’t miss it!! Waterfront Room – Social time: 5:00 pm - 5:30 pm short meeting followed by the program On February 10th the Woman’s Club is sponsoring the Second Annual Fashion Show and Afternoon Tea with fashions by Patchington. All women in the yacht club are invited and guests are welcome. Be daring, wear gloves and a hat if you wish – either way come join in the fun. It will be in the Ballroom from 2:00 until 4:00 pm. Patchington will bring clothing and accessories that you can purchase right on the spot – does it get any better than that? Remember last year’s lovely models – Eve, Pat, Shirley, Rita, Gail, Eileen and Amy? Our Interest Groups are in full force with most members in town. If you are interested in getting involved, check the panel to the left for the group facilitators and February happenings. The Mission of the Woman’s Club is to embrace new friendships, promote social activities and increase women’s involvement in the SPYC.
If you have not yet joined contact Eve Kress, Membership Chairwoman at oceanchild@verizon.net right away so you can participate. Dues are $35.00 for June 1st to May 31st fun and festivities. Email Eve Kress at oceanchild@verizon.net or call her at 727-895-3249.
2nd Annual Fashion Show & Afternoon Tea Sponsored by the Woman’s Club Wednesday, February 10th, 2-4pm, in the Ballroom Open to all women in the Yacht Club and their guests. Fashions by Patchington at Isla Del Sol.
Writer’s Group Facilitator: Patsy Warmack Focus is on developing skills in a nonthreatening environment. This year we will write our memoirs. Meets third Thursday @ 10:30 am February 18, 2016 – Topic: School Memory Contact: patsywarmack@tampabay.rr.com Sunshine Facilitator: JoAnn Wood If someone is ill or could use cheering up Contact: jafwood@hotmail.com 10
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HAPPY NEW YEAR!
$15.00
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Reservations: 727-822-3873
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SAILING NEWS: January began with a Participation Series. One will be for Prams and the other was for Ideal 18s in preparation for the Maggie Mug Ideal Series to be held at the end of February or early March. On February 26th, Coach Todd Fedyszyn will begin six weeks of Pram practice sessions on Wednesdays in preparation for the Rainbow Regatta. The regatta is to be held on April 11th at SPSC and is hosted by the Salty Sisters. SOCIAL: Our Holiday Party was a great success. A special thanks goes to the social committee: L-R Gail Falkingham, Nancy Vildibill, Bonnie Rohrbaugh, Karen Lieberman, Shelia Moore, and Ellen Pavone for creating such a great atmosphere. Karen’s slideshow of Salty events was outstanding. Our Christmas charities this season were the Free Clinic, Music Sweet Music, Family Promise of Pinellas County, and the Christmas Toy Shop. Salty Historical poster boards by Barbara Watson were on display for everyone to view. The boards depict Salty activities from the 1950’s onward. Barbara Weller and Judi Phagen gave Santa (Bill Pickering) the thrill of his life by sitting on his lap. Santa’s lap sitting was a popular event and our photographer, Bob Van Landingham, did a great job capturing the special moments on camera. Ms. Claus (Toni Smith) served a special drink called Milk Punch. The recipe for the punch was from Nancy Vildibill, and she called it Botox Punch because it freezes your face. Some Salty classes, such as, the Class of 2009 (Marilyn Wall, Nancy Kadau, Joanne Simmons, Jane Hubben, and Sigrid Lovfald) had their class photo taken. The Sassy Spinnakers, Class of 2012 (Jeanette Erb, Bonnie Drake, Els Wiemken, Nita George, Bonnie Cannard, and instructors Barbara Arnold, Gloria Davis, and Maridell Weaver), also took advantage of a great photo op. The NAUTICATS, led by Judy McFadden, sang a medley of holiday songs and their last number Let There be Peace of Earth, brought tears to many eyes as the NautiCats and the audience sang this song in unison holding hands.
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Salty Sisters
Officers & Directors 2015 - 2016 Social Committee L-R Falkingham, Vildibill, Rohrbaugh, Lieberman, Moore & Pavone
Poster Board Display by Barbara Watson
Captain: Shirley Rigo Co-Captain: Selga Sakss Treasurer: Rosemary Sherman Secretary: Lisa Avila Awards: Tricia Billings Parliamentarian:
Connie Beckman
Immediate Past Captain: Class of 2009 L-R Wall, Kadau, Simmons, Hubben & Lovfald
Class of 2012 (front) instructors Arnold, Davis & Weaver and (back) Erb, Drake, Wiemken, George, & Cannard
Carol Hansen
2nd YR Directors:
Gloria Davis, Joanne Simmons, and Barbara Arnold
1st YR Directors:
Gail Falkingham, Nita George, and Els Wiemken
NautiCats Performing
On Santa’s Lap Weller, Pickering, & Phagen
Class of 2014 Skit L-R Rodgers, Gill, Poffenberger, & Parramore
CLASS SKIT: The Class of 2014 (Katie Rodgers, Dee Gill, Gail Poffenberger, and Jennifer Parramore) performed their humorous class skit about their experiences as Newbies for the Holiday Party audience. CRUISE: In January, an excursion to the Tampa Port Authority for a Harbor tour, followed by lunch at the Oxford Exchange downtown Tampa, and then a tour of the Henry Plant Museum was an outing that twenty-two people thoroughly enjoyed.
Ms Claus -Toni Smith Cruise of Tampa Bay
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America’s Disabled Open Regatta by : Janet Walker, Chair
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AMERICA’S DISABLED OPEN REGATTA WINNERS - 2015 Back Row Left to Right: Melissa Klotz, Josh Agropina, Maggie Ashton, Scott Ford, Sammy Lugo, Charles McClure, Peter Wood, Tony Pocklington, Audrey Koyayashi First Row: Gary Pierce, Patrick LoDuca, Charlie Rosenfield
cancelled due to high winds. On Saturday the SPYC Sunshine Rotary Club sponsored their delicious, always appreciated, Pancake and Sausage Breakfast. We welcomed two Sonar teams of Wounded Warrior vets plus a Sonar team from the Judd Goldman Sailing Foundation in Chicago. Ten 2.4mR sailboats competed from the USA and Canada. Six races were completed on Friday and Saturday. The results are posted on the SPYC website at wwwspyc.org under regattas, using yachtscoring.com.
St Petersburg Yacht Club was honored to host the America’s Disabled Open Regatta 2015 at the St Petersburg Sailing Center. This is the nineteenth consecutive year our Club has conducted this international event. Although attendance was lower this year owing to the fact that a great number of sailors from several countries were attending the 2015 Para Worlds in Australia we were able to have 2 full days of exciting racing in choppy waters with windy, gusty Florida weather. The third day was
The Grunson Milam Trophy donated by Linda Merkle was awarded by Jen French, silver medalist at the Paralympic Games 2012, to the top female skipper and the top female crew which was Audrey Kobayashi (CAN) sailing a 2.4mR, and Melissa Klotz (USA) crewing in a Sonar respectively. This award was donated by Linda Merkle, who is a retired president of the International Association for Disabled Sailing, IFDS, to encourage disabled women in the sport of sailing.. Many thanks to the race committee headed by PRO Bill Ballard- Marion Ballard, Bud and Joan Karins on Shadowfax, Jen French, Gene Hinkle, Kenton Wilson, Tom and Gina Pierce, Barbara Shaffer, Gloria Davis, Joel Taliaferro, Beth and George Pennington, Gene Collins, Maurice McGough, Fred Higham, Tom Wheatley and Janet Walker. Many thanks go to the SPYC staff and the Sailing Center staff. Judges were Henry Moore, Ann Newton, and Barbara Shaffer.
ST. PETERSBURG FEBRUARY 12-14TH
Series PRIZES will be awarded by class. The number of series prizes will depend on the number of class entries. An award will be made to the boat which, in the opinion of the Organizing Authority and the Race Committee, had the best overall performance during the 2016 St. Petersburg NOOD Regatta. For Eligibility Requirements & to Enter Online, visit www.sailingworld.com/nood-regattas for Notice of Race details & payment.
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SPYC SAILING CENTER 727-822-3113 Sailing World is the organizing authority of this event. St. Petersburg Yacht Club is the host club and will provide race management.
SailBoat and Power Boats Offshore Safety at Sea Seminar with Hands on training Valuable Knowledge for all Sailing and Cruising Boats US Sailing Sanctioned - ISAF Certificate Hosted by Saint Petersburg Yacht Club
April 16-17, 2016
Lunch will be provided
Two day participation required for ISAF Certification ISAF Offshore Survival Certificate valid for five years
Yachting Recognition Awards
2015
Ceremony
Tuesday - March 1, 2016 at 6PM located in the Waterfront room
for both days $300 per participant Preregistration required: SPYC.org Limited Space available
For information Call: Shawn Macking, Waterfront-director@SPYC.org, 727- 822-3113 Or Kathy Ahern, Organizer, Ahern.jka@gmail.com 727-521-2607
For more information please contact Kathy Ahern at Ahern.jka@gmail.com
QUANTUM J/70’s
MIDWINTER CHAMPIONSHIP 2016 February 26-28, 2016 Hosted by St. Petersburg Yacht Club
Organizing Authority – St. Petersburg Yacht Club and J/70 Class Association
The regatta is open to all boats of the J/70 Class that conform to the Class Rules. Eligible boats may enter by completing the online entry form and paying the required fees. The entry deadline is 2300 hours, February 22, 2016. Entries will not be accepted after the entry deadline.
Entry Fees:
US $325 for entries received and fees paid before 2300, February 15, 2016. US $400 for entries received and fees paid after 2300, February 15, 2016 and before 2300, February 22, 2016.
For complete rules & details visit www.spyc.org for the NOR, online entry & payment. SPSC: 727-822-3113
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Sunday, February 21, 2016 10a - Noon All 3 SPYC Marina Locations (Downtown, PAG, Snell Isle) Register now to have an Auxiliary Coast Guard Squadron Examiner conduct a survey of your boat and motorized dingy safety equipment right at your slip to ensure they meet Coast Guard requirements for your safety.
Why do you want a VSC decal?
Boats that pass the examination are awarded a distinctive VSC Decal that alerts the Coast Guard, Harbor Patrol, and other law-enforcement agencies that your boat was found to be in full compliance with all Federal and State boating laws. Frequently, such agencies will not detain or board boats displaying a current-year decal that are otherwise operating safely.
To register, contact Dockmaster Adam Harnen at 727-822-3227 with your preferred time and location. Prepare in advance by reviewing the Online Virtual Vessel Safety Check at: http://wow.uscgaux.info/content.php?unit=V-DEPT&category=virtual-safety-check
48th Annual Regata del Sol al Sol St. Petersburg Yacht Club
Come one, Come all... Come have a ball down Mexican Way... Greet the Sailors with a friendly face, and stay to enjoy this AMAZING RACE!!
Registration: April 21, 2016 - Start of Race: April 22, 2016 Important Regatta Information & Notice of Race Posted at www.regatadelsolalsol.org The Entry fee deadlines are outlined below and include $350 Mexican government fees, taxes, and customs charges, transponder rental, six regatta shirts and six regatta event tickets. An additional $35 (subject to change) Immigration Tourist Visa Fee per crew member must be paid for each person entering Mexico by boat. More information will follow.
Entry Fee Schedule: $1250 Entry submitted & paid January 1st through February 29, 2016 $1350 Entry submitted & paid March 1st through April 4, 2016 Final Entry Deadline: Monday, April 4, 2016 chairman@regatadelsolalsol.org -OR- 727-992-3344
Other Important Island Events Island Dignitaries Honor the Regata Participants at two parties on Wednesday: 1pm—The House on the Rocks Lima Family welcomes the Skippers & Navigators, Mexican Officials, family & friends! 7pm– The Mayor’s Reception The Mayor & His staff declare the day a special day for the participants of the Regata del Sol al Sol. Proclamations are read and documents given out Check Regata website for more information.
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Wanted—Support Boats!! Needed for Transporting: Medical and School Supplies Perpetual Trophies from St. Pete Yacht Club to Isla Mujeres Yacht Club, and back to the States Complimentary Amenities for Skipper and Crew. Contact Event Chair at: epennin09@earthlink.net
First to Finish Trophy - Meet the New Challenge! The record time for the first vessel to finish has not been broken since 2009..I believe? If you know differently please let the Event Chair know. All types of vessels have won this very sought after trophy.
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~Early Bird Special 5-6pm~ Prichard's Key Lime Drink $5
SATURDAY ~Early Bird Special 5-6pm~ Absolut Wild Tea Arnold Palmer $5
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28 Bloody Mary Brunch 11am-2p
Hours of Operation: Monday, Wednesday & Thursday: 11AM-9:30PM Friday & Saturday: 11AM-10:30PM Sunday: Noon-8PM | Sunday Brunch 11AM-2PM Menu Available: Sundays 12pm-8pm (except Sunday brunch) All Other Days 11:30-9pm 15
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~Early Bird Special 5-6pm~ New Amsterdam Vodka Cocktail $5
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Upcoming Events March (all dates subject to change) 2- Unsinkables 3- Trivia Night 21-Meet & Greet Group 23- Wine Society 27- Bloody Mary Brunch
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Bridge- Weekly on Thursdays Broad Reachers- Weekly on Saturdays Mah Jongg- Weekly on Mondays
**COMING SOON** See March Issue for details about the Pass-a-Grille "Seafood Extravaganza."
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Breakfast Buffet 7-9AM Happy Hour Extended NOW 4-7PM!! NEW Early Bird Specials 5-6PM
WEDNESDAY Breakfast Buffet 7-9AM
THURSDAY Breakfast Buffet ~ 7-9AM Captains Wines ~ 1/2 Price
Breakfast Buffet 7-9AM
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Rescue of the Bounty 6:30p
Belgian Chicken Waterzooi & Sides (Feb. 26th-29th) 6:26pm 6:27pm 6:28pm 6:28pm Upcoming Events March (all dates subject to change) 1-Golf Group 1-YRA Ceremony 2-Afternoon Tea 3-Pussers Rum Cup 5-New Member Orientation 6-Thistle Midwinter's 8-Matinee Movie 10-Cruising Fleet
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Sunday Brunch Buffet Grille 1909 ~ 10:30-1:30p
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SATURDAY Breakfast Buffet 7:30-10AM Tiki Hut Open ~ 11:30AM
Commodore Room Thurs-Sat ~ 5:30-8:30PM Lounge ~ 5:30-11:30PM
Grille 1909
18-Low Country Boil 10-Wingshooters Lunch Buffet: 18-20: Fleet Cruise 13-Flying Club Tues-Fri. 11:30-2:00PM Sunset 20:22 Sunset 20:21 13-Grand Prix Brunch 18-20:Winter A La Carte Lunch: Lightning Regatta 13-Grand Prix Party Tues-Fri. 11:30-2:00PM 19-STRAZ Murder for 16-Trivia Night Dinner: Two Dinner/Show 16-Woman's Club Tues-Sun. 5:30-9:30PM 17-SPYC St. Patrick's 27-Easter Brunch Sunday Brunch: 31-Birthday Bash Day Corned Beef & 10:30AM-1:30PM Cabbage! February 2016 Smooth Sailing 16
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House Salad -OR- Soup of the Day Choice of Entree with Sides & Fresh Baked Bread Meatloaf · Beef Stroganoff Fish and Chips · Chicken Picatta
Finish your Dinner off with the Early Bird Dessert of the Day
Every Tuesday in Grille 1909, From 5-6pm
Reservations: 727-822-3873
SUPER BOWL Sunday, February 7, 2016
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6:30PM Hors d’ Oeuvres & Cocktails • 7:30PM Presentation Author Michael Tougias will appear at SPYC to give a slide presentation & reading on his book “The Finest Hours” (which was just made into a film). The film is based on the true story of the Pendleton Rescue Mission attempt in 1952 by Coast Guard ships; wherein two oil tankers were split asunder by a nor'easter. Michael J. Tougias is an award-winning author of 20 books including several true survival thrillers: Fatal Forecast, Overboard!, Ten Hours until Dawn, and The Rescue of the Bounty. Tougias has $25.00++ received the American Library Association “Editor’s /person Choice” Award, and the Independent Publishers (Cash Bar) “Best Nature Book of the Year” award.
Reservations: 892-6882 or spyccatering@tampabay.rr.com (48-hour cancellation policy in effect)
Heritage Lounge • 5:30PM
TOUCH-DOWN BUFFET
Buffalo Chicken Dip with Tortilla chips Loaded Baked Potato Skins Chili with Shredded Cheese and Onions Hot Dogs Pulled Pork BBQ sliders with Coleslaw Potato Chips & Creamy Onion Dip Vegetable Crudité Display Lemon Squares Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars
Spring Afternoon Tea Series Join us for a Lovely Spot of Tea
Wednesdays: March 2nd, April 6th, & May 4th 2:00pm in the Commodore Room Meet your friends and listen to the piano as you enjoy: Variety of Hot Teas Scones with Clotted Cream Cheese Straws Assorted Tea Sandwiches Assorted Miniature Tea Cookies Fresh Strawberries
$18++/person (The buffet will be available through the end of Half Time)
$10++ per person
Please let us know you are coming: 727-822-3873 (This is not reserved seating; this will just allow us to have plenty of food for you to munch on)
Reservations: 727-822-3873 ext. 203 -OR- spyccatering@tampabay.rr.com
Afternoon Matinees
Your own Private Movie Theater • An excellent value for your membership
Tuesdays: 3:00pm, Commodore Room
$12
inclusive per person Includes: Movie, Popcorn, Candy & Sodas
*48 Hour Cancellation Policy for all Club events* Reservations cancelled 48 hours 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.
March 8th "My Big Fat Greek Wedding"
April 12th May 10th "The Hours" "The Color Purple"
Call for Reservations today: 727-822-3873 x203
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Start Your Engines! Grand Prix Events
Come celebrate with us
The Annual Tradition of Complimentary Corned Beef and Cabbage Thursday, March 17th
Grand Prix Brunch Sunday, March 13th 10:30am-1:30pm Complimentary Bloody Marys & Screwdrivers • Eggs Benedict Oscar Style Cheese Blintzes with Fruit Topping • Carved New York Strip House Smoked Salmon & Gravlax Display Beef Burgundy • Chicken Saltimbocca Shrimp Cocktail, Assorted Salads & Tapas • Dessert Table Omelet Stations • Belgian Waffles & Breakfast Favorites $25++/person - $12++/person (ages 4-12, 3& under are FREE) Reservations: 727-822-3873
Served both Downtown and at Pass-a-Grille (Members Only) Our regular luncheon menu will be available on this day too (No Lunch Buffet served) *guests may attend with members, however there will be a charge*
Reservations required: 727-822-3873 48-hour cancellation policy in effect
Grand Prix Weekend Access to the Club and Parking - March 13th Access is easy!! Approach the Club from the North on Beach Drive; it is an unobstructed path into the club’s garage. Join us for a weekend of specials and fun!! IMPORTANT NOTE: Grand Prix Guest Parking Parking will be reserved for SPYC members only during each day of Grand Prix Weekend. Reciprocal guests and member’s guests may only park in the garage after 6pm March 10th – 13th Parking will be based upon availability. Thank you for your co-operation
Annual Low Country Boil
Street Party Friday, March 18th, 7:00-10:00pm
11th Annual - Grand Prix Garage Party Sunday, March 13th, 1-6pm Food, Drink and Fun at the Club! Join us on the top floor of the Parking Garage!! See the cars as they round the bend by our club and have a great time with friends.
Dinner Buffet A bit of everything Coastal Southern & Cajun featuring Low Country Boil: Shrimp, Corn on the Cob, Red Potatoes, Andouille Sausage, Lump Crab, and more… Dancing in the Street with the live music by “Double M Band” Cash Bar Available; so bring your friends
$30.00++
per person
$43++/person ($20++/ages 4-12) Buffet served from 1-4pm COMPLIMENTARY BEER, SODAS & PFO BAR Reservations Limited to 200 people Reservations Required: 727-892-6882 Cancellations will be honored until: Friday, March 11th by 5pm. If we receive your cancellation after this time, your original reservation will be charged. Check-in will take place in the Lobby from 11am -1pm.
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Reservations: 727-892-6882 or catering@spyc.org Cancellations will be honored until: Wednesday, March 16th by 5pm. If we receive your cancellation after this time, your original reservation will be charged. An Entertainment Committee Event Dancing & Dinner in the street between the SPYC docks and club
Easter Sunday Brunch Brunch Bu ffet Sunday, March 27th 10:30am-3:00pm $32++/per person & $16++/ages 4-12
(3 & under are complimentary)
Menu
Assorted Salad Bar Seafood Station Carving Station, With Prime Rib and Maple Glazed Spiral Ham Omelet Station Viennese Dessert Station Kids Buffet & MUCH MUCH MORE!!
Activities
Face Painting: 11am-2pm (Compass room) Easter Egg Hunt: 12:30pm (North Lawn off the Front Porch) Magic Show: 1:00pm (Quarterdeck) Easter Bunny: Around the club 11am-3pm
nu a la carte Me Sunday, March 27th, Open at 4:30pm Grille 1909 & Commodore Room SOUP: Fresh Asparagus Bisque with Crispy Shiitake and Dill Crème Fraiche SALAD: Baby Field Greens & Dandelion Leaves, Sun Dried Apricots, Shaved Asiago, Pancetta, and Lemon Thyme Vinaigrette CHOICE OF ENTRÉE: Brown Sugar Port Wine Glazed Easter Ham Haricot Verts, Roasted Fingerling Potatoes, and Tangerine Chutney $26 Slow Roasted English Cut Prime Rib of Beef Au jus, Creamy Horseradish, Spring Vegetable Bouquet $30 Pan Seared Scottish Salmon Citrus Infused English Pea Risotto, Champagne Beurre Blanc, Crispy Kale $28 Chicken Breast Milan Stuffed with Buffalo Mozzarella, Wrapped in Prosciutto, Warm Tomato Basil Fonditto $26 Sea Salt and Rosemary Crusted Rack of lamb Duo of Asparagus, Smoked Gouda Potato Gratin $34 DESSERT: Duet of Lemon Bombe and Chocolate Tart
Reservations: 727-892-6882
Reservations: 727-822-3873
Cancellations must be made by 5pm on March 25th, or your reservation will be charged.
SPYC Presents
STRAZ Performing Arts
2016 Group Excursions
Join us as we take an adventure into the world of the “Performing Arts!” All packages below include: One Discounted ticket to the show, Dinner & Cocktails at the club, Shuttle Transportation to and from the show.
Package A: “Jersey Boys” Wednesday, June 1, 2016 7:30pm in Carol Morsani Hall
Package B: The Illusionists on Broadway! Saturday, September 24th 8pm in the Carol Morsani Hall
Tony®, Grammy® and Olivier Award-winning Best Musical about Rock and Roll Hall of Famers “The Four Seasons!” This is the true story of how four blue-collar kids became one of the greatest successes in pop music history.
THE ILLUSIONISTS, featuring the world’s greatest magicians, returns to The Straz with incredible new magic and illusions! This fast-paced, wildly entertaining show broke box office records on Broadway and across the U.S. last year as families flocked to see mind-blowing magic, death-defying stunts and acts of breathtaking wonder. NY1 calls it “Awesome. A solid 10!”
Front Orchestra-PREMIER Seats Upfront!
Limited PREMIER Seating Available!! Upfront at the stage
$215.00 – Includes Dinner | $185.00 without Dinner
Front Orchestra-PREMIER Seats (7th Row)
$177.00 – Includes Dinner | $144.00 without Dinner
Front Balcony
$150.00 – Includes Dinner | $120.00 without Dinner
Reserve before February 29th Limited Premier Seating Available *BOOK NOW!*
Front Orchestra:
$206.00 with Dinner, $177.00 without Dinner
Front Balcony:
$177.00 with Dinner, $147.00 without Dinner
Reserve before May 1st, 2016 Limited Premier Seating Available *BOOK NOW!*
Reservations: Please Contact Leah Wieter – Group Coordinator – at 727-892-6893 –OR- member.services@spyc.org to book. All packages are Non-Refundable. Event minimum for excursions is 12 people. Should RSVP's fall below 12, the eventSmooth will be cancelled. this SailingIn 19 February 2016 circumstance, event packages will be fully refundable. Seating is based upon box office availability, and is NOT guaranteed.
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Happy Hour • 4-6PM in the Lounge
TUESDAYS Closed
WEDNESDAYS Happy Hour • 4-6PM in the Lounge
THURSDAYS
New Amsterdam Vodka cocktail $5 All Day & Evening
FRIDAYS
Prichard's Key lime Rum and Soda $5 All Day & Evening
SATURDAYS
Absolut Wild Tea Arnold Palmer $5 All Day & Evening Our food specials change daily. Ask your server for today’s selection! In the meantime, enjoy our weekly featured drinks.
$7 BURGER NIGHT At Pass-a-grille
Thursday Nights in February Beach Location Only 6-9PM
SUPER BOWL Come watch the big game at the Beach!
Sunday, February 7, 2016 $5 Nacho Bowl $7 Burger & Fries $6 Chili Cheese Dog $1.50 Draughts $4 House Wines
All Burgers with choice of cheese Burger Bar Includes: Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, Condiments, Tater Tots, Cole Slaw, Fruit Salad For reservations call 727-360-1646
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6pm until the end of the 3rd Quarter • Available In Lounge and on Deck Dine In Only
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Members and Employees We are very excited to announce our winner for the “2015 Employee of the Year” - Alysia Wenckoski! Congratulations! Alysia has been a part of the SPYC team since February of 2013. She is a valued employee and respected among her peers as well as by the Members. She is a wonderful asset to the Club and is willing to help out wherever it is needed. You can see Alysia all over the Club, from bartending in the Lounge, working Banquet Functions, or even outside at the Tiki Bar. Hopefully, our current weather is a welcomed change - although Alysia has been in Florida now a number of years, she went to school in Ohio so she has seen her share of cold weather!
IN MEMORIAM February 2016
Mrs. Vivian Frank December 12, 1921 – Dec. 2015 Beloved SPYC Member since December 1968
If you get the chance, please take a moment to congratulate Alysia on her achievement for this year. And from the Management Team, we would like to thank Alysia for all of her hard work and dedication. Keep up the great job!
EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH January 2016, Dimitar Popov
Congratulations to Dimitar Popov – Housekeeping & Banquet Set-up personnel- for January 2016 Employee of the Month. Dimitar was born in Bulgaria, and moved to Florida June 2008 with his wife and two sons. He has been with SPYC since September 2012.
EMPLOYEE ANNIVERSARIES February 2016
Dimitar has not missed one day of work, and always shows up with a positive attitude. His work ethic is one of a kind; as you may see him flying around the club moving chairs and tables like they are pillows. Dimitar is one of the hardest workers in the housekeeping department and within SPYC. He’s is always willing to learn and help others making him a true asset to the club. If you see Dimitar around the club, give him a high five for a job well done…Congratulations!!
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“We love the food here, and the staff. We feel at home in the Grille. Keep up the good work!” ~ TYCC Members
“Farah is an excellent server! Farah was so kind and professional. Steven really helped us out with an umbrella. Steven made a huge difference in our lives todays by being so kind. It meant a lot to us since we are unable to get out much due to health conditions. He is a professional & wonderful manager!”
Pass-a-Grille Location “John & Vanessa are the best. We come to the SPYC knowing we will be well taken care of. Awesome service always!!” “Excellent, Outstanding, Delicious, Fantastic! Vanessa & Chef Tim wonderful night, Thank You! New Year’s Eve at PAG.”
Sharon Pena 22 Years, Banquet Server Grace Bowen 19 years, Front Desk Representative Debra Tatay 8 Years, PAG Bartender Jonathan Rivera 6 years, Beverage Supervisor John Mackrell 6 Years, PAG Bartender Alysia Wenckoski 3 Years, Bartender Richard Housewright 2 Years, Banquet Server Suzanne Gendrot 1 Year, Pastry Chef Douglas Hornblower 1 Year, Line Cook Antonio Hernandez 1 Year, Steward William Fournier 1 Year, Line Cook February 2016 Smooth Sailing 21
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Traveling Burgees!
SPYC’S
SPYC member Ed Baird & his son Nic representing SPYC at the ISAF World Youth Championships in Langkawi, Malaysia. Nic represented the US in the Laser Radial class and Mr. Baird was one of three coaches for the full team. Nic finished 4th, the best US finish in this class for several years.
Salty Sisters, Janet Walker & Jane Hubben, representing the SPYC Burgee in the Turks & Caicos.
Here both gentlemen are holding the SPYC burgee at the Langkawi Airport in front of the event display, and the other outside the famous Batu Caves near Kuala Lumpur.
If you would like to be showcased in a Smooth Sailing issue with the SPYC Traveling Burgee, please contact the Member Services Coordinator, Leah Wieter, at member.services@spyc.org.
A Sincere
Thank You to Our Members
The entire staff of the St. Petersburg Yacht Club extends a tremendous thank you to our wonderful members for contributing to the 2015 Employee Holiday Fund. Your generous giving made our holiday extra special and we are so appreciative. It is our pleasure to work for such a fantastic club and we look forward to continuing to serve you in 2016.
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Monthly Events at the Club ENTERTAINMENT IN THE HERITAGE LOUNGE TUES. - THURS.: 7:30PM FRIDAY & SATURDAY: 8:00PM February 2-6 ....................“Expressions” February 9-13 ..................... “DAZZLER” February 16-20 ................. “Royz Band” February 23-27 ............... “Green Flash”
FAMILY NIGHT
TRIVIA NIGHT $10++/per guest
$14++ PER PERSON TUESDAY THROUGH FRIDAY SELECTIONS CHANGE MONTHLY
Downtown: 3rd Wednesday Feb 17th & March 16th at 7pm Takes place in the Regatta Room Reservations: 727-892-6882
WEEK 1: FEB. 2ND – FEB 5TH Puerto Rican Sancocho soup, savory pulled pork with Adobo sauce, and Arroz con Gandules
Pass-a-Grille: 1st Thursday Feb 4th & March 3rd at 6:30pm PAG Reservations: 727-360-1646
WEEK 2: FEB 9TH – FEB 12TH Viennese Beef Consommé with julienne crepes and fresh chives, Beef Esterhazy-Rostelyos, parsleyed potatoes, baby carrots
TIKI HUT ENTERTAINMENT FRIDAYS FROM 5PM-10PM Feb. 5..........................................Pat Best Feb. 12 ............................... Dave Valliere Feb. 19…....... Scott “Twitch” Anderson Feb. 26................................... Sam Stone
WEEK 3: FEB 16TH – FEB 19TH Portuguese Caldo vert Bacalhua com Natas (golden baked Cod cakes in cream with lemon)
WINE SOCIETY Downtown: Thurs. Feb 11th Call: 727.822.3873
WEEK 4: FEB 23RD – FEB 26TH Belgian Chicken Waterzooi, winter vegetable Stoemp with smoked bacon and braised beef
PAG: Wed. Feb 10th, 6PM Call: 727.360.1646 Hahn Estates, Monterey
PASS-A-GRILLE ENTERTAINMENT Friday, February 5th .............. Michael Ballisterri Friday, February 12th ............... Jonathan Elgart Sunday, February 14th ................ Jerry DeMark Friday, February 19th .................... Dave Valliere Friday, February 26th ........................ Doug Bliss
Please note: Depending on Wine Society attendance, non-Wine Society member a la carte dining may be limited to the Lounge and Patios Reservations Required Non Wine Society Guests Welcomed - $25
SUNDAY BRUNCH BUFFET GRILLE 1909 • 10:30AM-1:30PM $16.00++ | Unlimited Mimosa Bar $15.00++ ($20/Unlimited without entrée, or $6 each) Reservations Suggested: 727-822-3873
BIRTHDAY BASH!! NEXT BASH IS THURSDAY, MARCH 31ST
MONTHLY INSPIRATIONAL QUOTE “The time is always right to do what is right” - DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. -
$17++/ Per Guest • 6-9PM Reservations: 727-892-6882 or catering@spyc.org
BLOODY MARY BAR & BRUNCH AT PASS-A-GRILLE February 28th, 2016 • 11am-2pm $16++/ Buffet Build your own Bloody Mary! $3++ with Buffet, $5 ++ without Buffet Reservations: 727-360-1646
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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 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 Leah Wieter ………....................................892-6893 Member Services Coordinator member.services@spyc.org Steve Partridge...…………........................892-6892 Facilities Manager facilitiesmgr@spyc.org Micah Giralte……………...........................892-6894 Executive Housekeeper housekeeping@spyc.org
Snell Isle Marina: 895-8142 Downtown Marina: 822-3227 Accounting/Billing Issues: 892-6883 or 892-6884 24
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Smooth Sailing February 2016
Hours of Operation: Downtown: Clubhouse Open (Tues. – Sunday): 7:00am
Commodore Room: Thursdays-Saturdays: Dining 5:30pm-8:30pm, Commodore Lounge 5:30pm-11:30pm, Friday & Saturday: Piano Entertainment 7:30pm-11:30pm Reservations Required
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 8am - 5pm • Saturday & Sunday 7am -5pm Pass-a-Grille Clubhouse: Closed Tuesdays • NEW Menu Available Sundays (except Sunday Brunch) Noon-8PM All other days (except Tuesdays & Special Events) 11:30AM-9:30PM Sunday Brunch (last Sunday of each month) 11:00AM-2:00PM https://www.facebook.com/SaintPetersburgYachtClub https://www.facebook.com/SailingCenter https://twitter.com/SPYC_FL https://www.pinterest.com/spyc1909/