Membership Newsletter
January 2016
Smooth Sailing
Fabulous Highlights from the 2015 Commodore's Ball inside this Issue!
IN THIS ISSUE: On The Water • Holiday Event Photos Clubs Within the Club • Around the Club • Membership Information • Weekly Specials 1
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ON TAMPA BAY
SAILING CAPITAL OF THE SOUTH
COMMODORE’S LOG Chapter 03 Happy New Year! I hope everyone had a fabulous Holiday with their Families and Friends. The club was certainly abuzz during the Holidays with all the many spirited parties and the beautiful decorations. The Lighting of the Yachts at the docks this year had 20 participants and there were some very well decorated yachts. Congratulations to P/C Harvey Ford’s vessel “Wildkat” for being the winner this year in the “sail” category and to member Tom Coffey for winning the “power” category…way to go! I hope one year the entire Club marina will be aglow. Can you imagine what a site to behold that would be?
this year and I actually got most of my shopping done at the boutique. There were lots of things for everyone’s list and if you missed it, well be sure not to next time. In case you missed it, Tuesday’s “Happy Hour in the Heritage,” has been extended until 7pm and a new Early Bird Special has been instigated out at Pass-a-Grille from 5-6pm every day. Check them both out. You can’t go wrong! I hope you have had a chance to dine in the new Commodore Room. Chef Joseph has put together an incredible menu and it is truly a first class experience. Here’s wishing you all a Prosperous, Healthy and Happy 2016!
Hats off to our Fleet and Port Captains Angela Kowalik and Bert Rachel, along with a special thanks to Larry Jensen for donating the plaque to list the winners of the Sail and Power Boat decorations. The Saltys did a beautiful job with the Christmas Boutique
Good Vibrations
Lighting of the Yachts Perpetual Plaque
Richard Winning Commodore
Wildkat
The Mission of St. Petersburg Yacht Club is to encourage and support yachting, and provide a comfortable social environment for our members and guests, while preserving and enhancing the Club’s traditions and prestige. 2
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From the Membership Director I wish all a Happy New Year! As you are likely aware, the Club has undergone significant transitions, changes, and upgrades over the past several years. Today, we can all enjoy great looking facilities, being served by a professional and friendly staff, and thoroughly enjoy a great club experience. Our financials are strong and the Board of Directors continue to plan for the intermediate and longer term future success of the Club. All of us that participate in the voluntary leadership of the Club strive to be good stewards of the rich heritage we are known for. While we look good for today and next year, we still need to look further ahead. Over the last few years, we have brought in an average of 125 new memberships annually. This is a good statistic, but at the same time we have also suffered an equal number of memberships that have not renewed into the next fiscal year. In fact, the net number of total memberships have gradually declined over the past several years. This is where all of us as members come in. Application for membership with the Club is By Invitation Only due to our 501c7 tax status. This means that a prospective member has to be invited to submit their application, and as you know, that application must also be signed by a Proposer and two Endorsers. As a Membership Committee, we have a lofty goal in terms of the total memberships we are looking to add this year. To put it plainly, we need your help! If you know someone who has enjoyed a previous visit to the Club as your guest, invite them to join. It you have a family member that you sometimes bring to the Club, invite them to gain their own membership. If you have a co-worker who may have asked you about the Club in the past, invite them to the clubhouse to show them around.
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Welcome CLUB MEMBERSHIP Chris Bergstrom, Membership Chairman Amy Spencer, Executive Director of Membership
New Members ACTIVE: Mr. & Mrs. Don & Sarah Howe Ms. Sarah Richards Dr. & Mrs. Jody & Angela Abrams Dr. & Mrs. H. Jack & Gail Pyhel
A growing membership base benefits us all. We are one of the largest private membership organizations in the US, and that brings us many benefits in terms of beautiful facilities, variety of venue offerings, different types of entertainment and programs to get involved in, etc. But, we must also not forget that being a large organization also means we have significant budgetary responsibilities.
Mr. Brad Richards Mr. & Mrs. Frank & Jackie Ripa
With this being said, we look forward to your excitement about bringing new members into the Club. Please let me or the Membership Committee know if you need our support or if we can assist you in any way. Your membership and contributions to this great Club are very much appreciated.
Mr. & Mrs. Richard & Toni Gelman Mr. & Mrs. William & Ann Brine Mr. Mark Koch
ACTIVE BOAT OWNER:
NON RESIDENT:
INTERMEDIATE: Sincerely yours, Christian Bergstrom SPYC Membership Committee Chair
Mr. & Mrs. Adam & Sarah Gyson
REINSTATE: Mr. & Mrs. Luis & Cherie Velez
Become a Proposer of a New Member & be Entered
into the 2015/2016 SPYC Membership Challenge!
Contest runs through the end of the fiscal year, September 30th, 2016. Great prizes will be awarded to the top two Proposers for bringing in the highest number of members and the most initiation fees. Additional perks for all Proposers: Food & Beverage Certificates, a VIP party at the end of the year & each Proposer is entered into a drawing to win a $250 Membership Account Credit. For information please contact Amy Spencer, Executive Director of Membership: Amymore Spencer, Executive Director of Membership: 727-892-6888 or membership@spyc.org 727-892-6888 or membership@spyc.org
PROPOSERS:
The Club relies on our members’ proposals and we thank you for your support! Mrs. Ashley Fox Mr. Mike Funsch Commodore Richard Winning Mr. Richard Trzcinski Mr. Geert Benoot Mr. David Arata Ms. Rose Fadul Mr. Lauran Lee Mr. George Kinemond
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The 2015 Commodore’s Ball was held on Saturday, November 14th
The evening started with members dressed to the nines taking a step back in time to the era of the Clipper Ships.
All were greeted with a “Welcome Aboard” by some classic sailors.
Guests made their way to the cocktail hour which featured a Vodka Slide run through a Fouled Anchor, Roasted Oysters over open flame and the famous Raw Bar in a wooden boat.
All followed by an elegant sit down dinner and the much anticipated dessert room.
Once guests satisfied their sweet-tooth the dance floor was where the party wound up, dancing to the melodies of the Tom Katz Big Band.
Thank you to everyone who attended. What a grand time it was and we eagerly anticipate the splendor of the Commodore’s Ball 2016!
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Happy New Year!
To start off the New Year, I am excited to tell everyone about our January Program, Caladesi Memories, presented by Terry Fortner. Terry is a descendant of Caladesi Island’s pioneer settlers and granddaughter to Myrtle Scharrer Betz, the only child ever born on Caladesi Island. Together with her sister, they have published two award-winning books: Yesteryear I Lived In Paradise, a captivating memoir of pioneer island life by Myrtle Scharrer Betz, and the Caladesi Cookbook: Recipes from a Florida Lifetime. These treasured Florida memories in book form will be available for purchase at the meeting. Proceeds support preservation and education efforts at Caladesi Island State Park. All SPYC members are welcome to attend on a space availability basis. Cruising Fleet members have priority. Reservations required, details below.
Terry Fortner, granddaughter of Myrtle Scharrer Betz, presents Caladesi Memories
“Yesteryear I Lived in Paradise” and “Caladesi Cookbook”
And while we are reminiscing, let me tell you what we’ve been up to…. After the Ball is over, and after the break of morn, we count our blessings during our annual Blessing of the Fleet held on Sunday, November 15. Many SPYC members & their vessels received blessings from our Club Chaplain P/C Bruce Watters, accompanied by our incoming Flag Officers, Commodore Richard Winning, Vice Commodore Robert Birkenstock, and Rear Commodore Joe Klingel and your Fleet Captain (Yours Truly). Since the weather wasn’t as cooperative as we would have liked, the blessings were performed right at the dock. While this happens only every few years, it was actually very special and personal and as Fleet Captain, I was honored to be involved again this year. Thank you all for participating in this historic tradition! On December 5, 2015 we had the Annual Lighting of the Yachts. It’s the 5th event of its kind, but the 1st under its new name. To commemorate, we presented a perpetual plaque to recognize two boaters chosen by mere mortal judges (Commodore Winning, Port Captain Rachel, and Yours Truly again) for their lighted vessels proudly displayed at the event. Winners were Power: Tom Coffey, Good Vibrations and Sail: P/C Harvey & Kathleen Ford, Wildcat. Look for the plaque on the docks. Before, during, and afterwards, we had a great dock party. Thank you all for lighting your yachts, for welcoming everyone to the docks, and for helping ring in with holiday cheer. Special thanks to Larry Jensen for donating the perpetual plaque
The crew of Grace and friends
P/C Bruce Watters, Rear Commodore Joe Klingel, Vice Commodore Bob Birkenstock, Commodore Richard Winning.
All Dressed and Blessed: Les Bauer, Biff Judd, Brian Kowalik
Upcoming Events for the Cruising Fleet to enjoy: • Cruising Fleet Dinner Meeting – Thursday, January 14, 5:30 social, 6:30 dinner, 7:00 program • January cruise to Gulfport – Jan 15-17 • February “frostbite” cruise to SPYC downtown – Feb 19-21 For our January Cruising Fleet Dinner Meeting on Thursday, January 14, 2015, in addition to our special Caladesi Memories program, we will begin sign-up for our March cruise to Sarasota and April cruise to Little Harbor. Looking ahead, we are beginning to make plans for our annual May Commodore’s Cruise starting with the shirts! Shirt ordering will begin soon, and the excitement starts to build. Meanwhile, join us for our other great cruises in the spring. For Monthly Meeting reservations, contact the Catering Office at 727892-6887 or 6882 or spyccatering@tampabay.rr.com. 6
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Judging for the Lighting of the Yachts: Bert Rachel (Port Captain), Angela Kowalik (Fleet Captain), Richard Winning (Commodore)
“Bailey” on Good Vibrations
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. I hope to see you on the water… - Angela Kowalik, Fleet Captain
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SPYC Riders Club Monthly Luncheons with Informative & Entertaining Programs By Eva Hefner, President, eva12023@tampabay.rr.com
Monday, January 18, 2016, 11 a.m. — Join us to hear
Jeff Klinkenberg, an awardwinning wildlife journalist and former Tampa Bay Times columnist, describe the Real Florida. “In the Florida of my youth,” Klinkenberg writes, “People went barefoot and paid attention to the rhythms of nature.” Klinkenberg has also authored Pilgrim in the Land of Alligators, Seasons of Real Florida, Dispatches from the Land of Flowers, which have been best sellers.
Our December Holiday Program featuring members of the chorus from the Pinellas County Center for the Arts was wonderful!!
Our November luncheon and Patchington’s Fashion Show featuring our Ladies Beach Club models was a great success. Membership Chair: Sally Roth at TouhySally@aol.com Mah Jongg: Barbara Casey at barbarahap@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. Our next meeting is scheduled for Tuesday January 19th in the Harborview Room. New members are always welcome. Bring your friends and ideas for future rides. Some of our members recently enjoyed a very scenic ride to the Sand Bar Restaurant on Anna Maria Island where they ate a fantastic lunch free to the veterans in the group! Mark your calendar and join us on future rides…..Vroom Vroom! January 12, 2016 – Ride to the Sarasota Field Club for lunch. Ray and Charlotte will lead the ride with riders coming from the north meeting at the North Park entrance of the Skyway Bridge at 10:00 AM. Everyone will proceed to the South Park entrance to rendezvous with the Southern Riders; Ray and Charlotte will lead us from there. 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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G lf Gr up By Nancy Strite
Amateur Radio Club by Dick Mordaunt, AB1NI First Place
Our Golf Group played at Bardmoor Golf Club for the November outing. First place team was David Bertaski, Helen Dewalt, Jim McGauran and Gil Gentry. Helen was so excited and said it was the first time she was ever on the winning team. Second place went to Rich Lander, Susan Arsenault, Robert Weir and Mike McDonough. Close to pin were Pam Gentry, Isabel Schoenberg, Jim McGauran (who has been winning quite a lot) and Rich Lander. A new game, closest to the line, was won by Myra McShane. It was another fun time for all players who enjoyed refreshments in the pub afterwards. Bardmoor has a policy to have your first beer for the price of your score; cheaply priced beers were enjoyed by all!!
We had a great holiday get together with 15 ARC members and a guest. Our regular meetings have moved to PAG the third Monday of each month starting on Jan 18, 2016. Meetings will start after the 5:30pm Net. We encourage interested members of any FCYC Club to join us in person or any licensed ham to join our Net. Our social network is our Net when we socialize on-the-air every Monday, on our VHF Net at 17:30 on 147.030 MHz - join us locally or from around the globe on Echolink (a unique method of linking a smartphone or PC with our radios). 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/
As usual, our December Christmas Party was the highlight of the year. Decorations, dinner, dancing to the music of Joe Maglio band, singing, fun and prizes provided an outstanding evening for the 70 guests. Susan Arsenault did an excellent job planning and hosting the party. Jack Howard and Nancy Strite were named “Golfers of the Year”.
Amateur Radio Club 2015 Christmas Party at Pass a Grille. Standing: David Slazas, Bob Potter, Larry & Joy Wissing, Jack Satterfield, Mary Lou Turgeon, Chris Lewis, Charlie Lalanne, and Joel Taliaferro. Seated: Margie Slazas, Barbara Watson, Dick Mordaunt, Brooke Taliaferro, Heather Lalanne & Frank Mann.
Susan & Santa
Jack Howard
Nancy Strite FLORIDA COUNCIL OF
Yacht Clubs
FOUNDER’S AWARD Dedicated To Promote Fair Boating Laws and Safer Waterways For The Boating Public The Party Crowd
As of January 1, 2016, in addition to the two Yachtsman of the Year Awards for each coast, there is an additional cruising award being offered by the Florida Council of Yacht Clubs. This new award is the Founders Award named in honor of the 13 yacht clubs which initially formed the Florida Council of Yacht Clubs. To attain this Award, a boat owner from any FCYC club must visit 13 or more FCYC clubs in a calendar year. The purpose of this Award is to encourage boaters from FCYC clubs to visit other FCYC clubs.
Who is the real Rudolph?
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If you would like additional information on this prestigious award, please contact SPYC’s Member Services Coordinator via email at, member.services@spyc.org for full details.
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On November 7th, the Broad Reachers hosted the 44th Annual Commodore Lucas Invitational Ladies Pram Regatta. We had 13 sailors representing seven different clubs from as far north as Dunedin and Venice to the south. The weather was quite warm and the winds were typical “Pass-a-Grille,” fluctuating from 6 to 0 at any given moment. Sailing for the Broad Reachers were Joanne Simmons and Barbara Arnold. We are pleased to announce that Joanne came in first place!! We want to thank Spencer Lucas, who was there to present the trophy and Betty Sanders who helped to organize the event. Congratulations, Joanne!! To celebrate Thanksgiving, the Broad Reachers held their annual Turkey Races on November 21st. The weather cooperated and with four sailors we completed three races. Sailing that day was Joanne Simmons, Nancy Strite, Jeanette Erb, and Carol Hansen. Our Race Committee consisted of Kathy Mansir, Nita George, and Mary Jane Peabody. We also want to thank Steve Peabody and Gene Strite for a wonderful job as our Safety team. On December 3rd, the Broad Reachers hosted our first Interclub of the year. The weather was perfect and the sailors completed three races. Broad Reachers Dee Gill and Barbara Arnold represented our club, but the girls from CYC and TYC took 1st, 2nd, & 3rd places. I want to commend our Safety boat crew, Nita George & Carol Jurca, for overcoming the issues with the power boat, having to manually shift and only having one speed! The girls handled the situation and setting up the course with no complaints.
Spencer Lucas & Joanne Simmons (1st place)
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Turkey Race Competitors - Carol Hansen, Joanne Simmons, Nancy Strite, & Jeanette Erb
Rounding the Leeward Mark
Photo Finish - Carol Hansen & Nancy Strite
Although the weather was not conducive to Pram sailing, we had a good group turn out on December 5th for Shawn’s Safety Boat Class. Those attending were Nancy & Gene Strite, Carol & Len Jurca, Jeanette & Roger Erb, Nita George, Gail Vazzano, Nancy Dunn and her granddaughter visiting from Miami. Shawn is planning on another class sometime in January for those who were unable to attend this class. Thank you Shawn!! We look forward to our annual Christmas party and Chinese gift exchange as our next big event.
Nita George & Carol Jurca
Dee Gill
Barbara Arnold
The Broad Reachers are actively searching for Saturday sailors who would like to come out and learn how to sail a Pram. We have lots of fun and would love to have you join us. For more information, please contact either Nancy Strite or Anne O’Dell.
Race Committee - Steve Peabody & Gene Strite The Lucas Winners
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AT ST. PETERSBURG YACHT CLUB By Patsy Warmack PhD, President patsywarmack@tampabay.rr.com
Woman’s Club Interest Groups
Our annual Holiday Dinner with entertainment provided by the St. Petersburg Opera, “Operatini,” was amazing. Special thanks to Bev Eddins – the table arrangements were truly gorgeous and really set the stage for the event!
Note: These are subject to change each month
Book Group Facilitator: Shirley Barbel January 27, 2016 - All the Light We Cannot See by Anthony Doerr 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 January 13, 2016 – The Canyon Trip Meets 2nd Wednesday of every month (times and dates may vary). Contact: pat@seafreedtravel.com 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 January 21, 2016 – Topic: Holiday 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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Holiday-2015
January will be an event packed month. In addition to the activities of our Interest Groups, we have: January 20 you won’t want to miss Nan Colton as Mina Miller Edison – Living with Genius; she is an accomplished performer and has a flare for bringing history to life. Guests are welcome at this event; no reservations required. Waterfront Room – Social time: 5:00 pm with a short meeting followed by the program at 5:30 pm.
Nan as Mina
January 21 the Woman’s Club is sponsoring an event for the Yacht Club membership. Captain John Cox is a noted air safety investigator, former flight instructor, test pilot, and retired airline captain. His talk will be informative and extremely timely. It begins at 5:00 pm and is free. Bring as many guests as you like! January 30 we have a group departing on a Royal Caribbean for a Mah Jongg and Bridge cruise on Brilliance of the Seas – I’m told that what happens in Cozumel stays in Cozumel! Thanks to Bev Burchard for making this trip happen. 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 1 to May 31 fun and festivities. Email Eve Kress at oceanchild@verizon.net or call her at 727-895-3249.
Thursday, January 21st, 2016 • 5pm All SPYC Members are Invited to Attend this Presentation
Captain John Cox - CEO
SAFETY OPERATING SYSTEMS
of Washington, DC - a firm with clients from airlines, to governments Captain John Cox is a noted air safety investigator, former flight instructor, test pilot, and retired airline captian. The Captain also serves as an aviation analyst for several news channels, writes a weekly column “Ask The Captain” for USA Today and is the author of many aviation safety articles and books.
You’re invited to attend this FREE special event presentation, sponsored by the Woman’s Club of SPYC
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SPIRIT AWARD: At a Wednesday luncheon in December, Charl Hadfield was presented with the Spirit Award that she was unable to receive in October. This award is given to a Salty Sister who exemplifies the following qualities: contribution to the social aspect of sailing, good sportsmanship, leadership, organization, motivation, involvement, and attendance at Wednesday morning Salty Sister sailing activities. RACING NEWS: In November and December, on the average, there were 34 sailors and 15 RC volunteers on shore or on the water in Tampa Bay and the South Yacht Basin every Wednesday that we had a sailing activity. Sigrid Lovfald and Rosemary Sherman represented the Salties in the Commodore Lucas Cup at Pass-a-Grille. FWSA INTERCLUB NEWS: Our sailors have represented us well at the past Interclubs. Hosted by the Dinghy Dames at Davis Island, Carol Hansen, Nancy Strite, and Dee Gill sailed in the December FWSA Interclub. The Salty Sisters hosted an Interclub at SPSC in December. Our Salty sailors sailing in this event were Prams: Nancy Kadau (2nd Pl) and Dee Gill. Sunfish sailors were: Sue Davidson (1st Pl) and Lisa Avila. SOCIAL: For Thanksgiving, several people dressed in historic attire. L-R Barbara Deininger, Gretchen Tenbrock-Wolfe, Shirley Rigo, Betty Scrim, Shelia Moore, and Gail Falkingham helped create a great Thanksgiving atmosphere. CHRISTMAS BOUTIQUE: Carol Hansen announced that the 16th Annual SPYC Christmas Boutique sponsored by the Salty Sisters was held on Tuesday, December 1st. After 15 years of hard work and organizing the Boutique, Char-Nel Doyle relinquished her duties to the Salty Sisters Boutique Committee. Joanne Simmons headed up the Committee this year with Joy Rudnicki, Lisa Avila, Mary Jane Peabody, Susan Huff, and Carol Hansen work. Several Salties volunteered for this event. Char-Nel graciously offered her guidance as an advisor to the group. The Boutique was a tremendous success almost doubling the sponsorships and with a full house of 46 vendors. All funds raised will go to Junior Sailing and Junior sailing activities. Last year the Boutique was able to send 14 YMCA children to the Learn to Sail summer program held at the Sailing Center. Funds were also used to purchase six new sailboards for the kids. Thanks to the club staff and all the Salty Sistersand Women’s Club volunteers who helped make this a very successful event. CANDY CANE REGATTA: On December 2nd, over 20 sailors sailed Prams and numerous volunteers oversaw the craziness of this regatta. Helen Larsen was awarded a charm for her many successful years of chairing this event. Winners of the Christmas Hat competition were Els Wiemken and Sue Davidson. Judge Cody Spruce had a difficult decision to make with all those great hats! Winners of the three Candy Cane Regatta races were as follows: The Christmas Tree Race: 1st Carol Hansen, 2nd Els Wiemken, 3rd Nancy Kadau and Last - Camilla Kilgroe. The Candy Cane Grab: The most candy canes grabbed award went to 1st Joy Rudnicki, 2nd Anne O’Dell, and 3rd Sue Davidson. The last race was the Poker Run and holiday prizes were awarded to all participants.
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Many Thanks
Charl Hadfield receives the Spirit Award
Carol Hansen 1st Pl Tree Race
To Our 2015 Christmas Boutique Sponsors Captain Thomas R. Brew, Sr., Broad Reachers, Ford & Ford, P.A., James Henderson/Wells Fargo Insurance, Elizabeth & George Pennington
FWSA Pram winners
Thanksgiving: Pilgrims and Native Americans
FWSA Sunfish winners
Christmas Boutique Volunteers - Mary Jane Peabody, Joanne Simmons, and Jackie Brown
Helmsperson Stewart Ahman (Mary Lavash), Anonymous, Mary Ann Aselage, Marion Ballard, Tricia & Art Billings, Trisha & Bob Birkenstock, Bill & Jackie Brown, Jon & Carol Hansen, Charlotte Hofman, Carmen & Samuel Memberg, Anne O’ Dell, Sassy Spinnakers Class Of 2012, George & Joanne Simmons, and Susanna Johnston Versandi
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Candy Cane Sailors & RC Volunteers
Kathy & Joe Ahern, Karen Corson, Jean Davis, Past Commodore Doyle & Family, Douglas Freedle, Mr. & Mrs. John Fuller, Beverly Greene, and Bob Haiman, Norman & Susan Huff, Jean & Victor Hurst, Sandy Ripberger, Sally & Donal Roth, Joy & Bob Rudnicki, Judy Sauers, Barbara Watson, Carole & Chuck Waygood, Duke & Sally Wheeler, and Mary Margaret Winning
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Youth Sailing Sailboards from 2014 Boutique
Helen Larsen receive a charm
Henry & Sue Brautigam, John R. Cappa II, Thomas Chesnutt, Jr., Jeannette Comstock, Ginny Daniels, Jeannette & Roger Erb, Charl & David Hadfield, Helene Hardick, Isabel Howard, Jane Hubben, Leslie Jeffery, Richard & Polly Jones, Sigrid Lovfald, Mary (Mickie) McMenamin, Mary Pauline, Sally Plonsky, Nancy Reeser, Carolyn Rehberger, Nancy & Bill Shivers, JJ Smith, and Robert & Sharon VanLandingham
Christmas Hat Winners
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Article By: Fred Stansberry November marks the beginning of the Wing Shooters’ fall activities calendar. A number of our WSS members started the season by participating in a two-day hunt at the Dorchester hunting preserve, located in the game rich Georgia Coastal Plain. They enjoyed the topnotched shooting and facilities and brought home a large bounty of wild quail and pheasant.
John Hanner addresses the crowd
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John Cartier and parents Mary Jane and Jack
John and Susan Arsenault Bob and Trish Birkenstock
Bob and Shar Fillingham
To kick off the Holiday season, our 2nd annual Christmas Party and Wild Game Feast was held on December 10th. Chef Joseph prepared a fantastic feast that included a starter of Smoked Duck and Wild Cranberry Rillettes with Rosemary Garlic Ciabatta Crostini, accompanied with Hearty Winter Pot au Feu and a Salad of Apple Cider and Brown Sugar Smoked Salmon Carpaccio; with Crumbled Boursin Cheese on a bed of Baby Red Oak Lettuce. For the main course he prepared “Wing Shooter Pheasant” wrapped in Wild Boar Bacon, South Texas Angus Venison, and Spiedini Porcini Mushrooms with Fine Herb Polenta. We finished with a Wild Berry and Rosemary Clafouti. What a Feast!
See Florida by Water SPYC Trailer boat club for day and weekend trips! Come by boat or iron dinghy Pass-a-Grille clubhouse
Sunday, January 24, 2016 at noon
Florida is known for its coastal waters and destinations. But, for some of us, Florida’s real beauty and adventures also lie in its numerous lakes and rivers!
Wing Shooter Society Members preparing for the hunt at the Dorchester Club Left to Right: Jack Cartier, Les Bauer, Mark Foster, Joe Petrella, V/C Bob Birkenstock, Jerry Colletti, Tom Hatton, P/C Jim Montgomery and P/C Sandy Schoenberg
We are planning boat trips to places like Caladesi Island, Dunedin, Boca Grande, Clearwater Yacht Club as well as Florida’s inland waterways and lakes like the Harris Chain of Lakes in the Orlando area! Seeing Florida by water! Perfect for families and friends. Our first planning meeting for 2016 will be at our Pass a Grille Clubhouse on Sunday, January 24, 2016 at noon. Dock space has been reserved for those coming by boat. Hope you can join us for this informational meeting!
For more information or to reserve a dock space, please call Barbara Weller at 941-356-1680 or email barbara.weller221@yahoo.com. Also, check out our webpage at the SPYC website! Sponsored by the SPYC Power Boat Competition Committee
Wing Shooter Society Members taking part in the Dorchester Club outing Left to Right: V/C Bob Birkenstock, Jack Cartier, P/C Jim Montgomery, R/C Joe Klingel, Ray Smith, Joe Petrella, Mark Foster, P/C Sandy Schoenberg, Les Bauer, Jerry Colletti and Tom Hatton
SPYC once again played host to the High School National Keelboat Championships for the Mendelblatt Trophy over the weekend of November 21-22. 10 top high school teams from around the country qualified to compete in the ten race series sailed the SPYC sonar fleet. Clear Falls High School from Texas came out on top squeaking out the victory by winning the last race. SPYC sailors Hannah Steadman, Josh Dochoda and Kyle Dochoda representing Shorecrest Prep sailed as strong regatta to finish in 4th overall. Over the Thanksgiving Holiday the SPYC Junior Sailing Team competed at the annual Davis Island Yacht Club Thanksgiving Regatta. SPYC was very well represented with almost half the sailors in many of the classes. Our top performer was Anika Boicheff who sailed a strong event to finish in 1st place overall in the Laser 4.7 fleet. This was Anika’s first ever regatta victory. Also sailing in the laser 4.7 were Cameron Delgado in 4th, Emma Shakespeare in 6th, Watt Icely in 9th and Colin Lawther in 10th.
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In the Opti RWB division Bella Shakespeare was our top performer in 3rd place overall and 1st in the blue fleet. Ethan Danielson finished in 8th place overall and was followed by Emily Allen in 11th, Pearson Payne in 13th, Dorothy Mendelblatt in 19th, Madi Icely in 23rd, Sidney Moyer in 24th, Logan Rimel in 26th, Kate Danielson 29th, Trent Boicheff in 31st and Trevor Hicks in 33rd. On the Opti Green Fleet course, Ava Shakespeare finished in 4th overall and was followed by Henry Icely in 9th, Sidney Jones in 10th, Karrington Hansen in 11th, Rosie Simpson in 12th, Sofia Fuller in 19th, Reid and Adam Mendelblatt in 20th and 21st and Summer Gilroy in 22nd. SPYC was also well represented at the Laser District 13 Championships in Miami over the weekend of December 4-5. Blaire McCarthy was out top performer in the Laser 4.7 fleet finishing in 3rd place overall. Blaire was followed closely by Heather Kerns in 4th, Anika Boicheff in 6th and Emma Shakespeare in 8th. Grant Boicheff, Emily Wright and Hannah Steadman also competed in the Laser Radial division. Over the same weekend, the SPYC Opti team traveled to Jensen Beach to compete in the US Sailing Junior Olympic Festival. In the Opti Green fleet, Ava Shakespeare finished in 22nd place overall and in the Opti RWB division Bella Shakespeare finished 61st, Emily Allen 76th, Ethan Danielson 81st and Kate Danielson 112th.
Awards
In the Laser Radial division Emily Wright was our top performer taking home 1st place overall and her first regatta win. Grant Boicheff followed closely behind in 2nd place and Heidi Hicks was 9th.
Todd Fedyszyn Youth Sailing Director
2015
Yachting Recognition Awards CALL FOR NOMINATIONS!
Nomination Deadline: January 8th, 2016 Recognition Ceremony: March 1st, 2016
Eligibility: • Must be Club Members, Spouses, or Dependent • Junior sailors whom have received National recognition • Individuals who received NATIONAL RECOGNITION for Yachting accomplishments Selection Criteria: • Individuals who have brought honor to SPYC by outstanding performance in National or International Yachting competition • Individual accomplishments in race or event management of such significance to draw national or international recognition • Individuals who, through noteworthy service in yachting activities, distinguish themselves to an unusual or unique degree. • A special award is also given to a cruiser who has embarked on a long journey in 2015
Nominations - Please Contact Kathy Ahern, Chairman Yachting Recognition: Ahern.jka@gmail.com
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Hi Shawn,
Annual SPYC Blessing of the Fleet took place last year on November 15th, during the Commodore’s Ball weekend. This historical Blessing of the Fleet was held dockside with opening ceremonies held for everyone at the main dock house. Each vessel received a personal individual blessing by P/C Bruce Watters, SPYC Chaplain, accompanied by incoming Flag Officers: Commodore Richard Winning, Vice Commodore Bob Birkenstock, Rear Commodore Joe Klingel, along with Fleet Captain Angela Kowalik who coordinated the event.
Hope your wedding weekend was a great one! We had a very successful clinic this past weekend, serving 63 participants. I have to say that your staff did a tremendous job filling in for you. Jen stepped right in and organized things quite well; gathering up all the staff and volunteers for a short and informative introduction to the clinic. Cody was so helpful as always. I was also very impressed with your new employee (I apologize I cannot remember his name) and his initiative to just jump right in as if he had done clinics with us before. The pair were so helpful throughout the day for both the sailing and kayaking staff. We could not have survived without them! You should be proud of the great set of staff you have backing you. Please thank them again for their hard work Saturday. We did get a lot of positive and constructive feedback from participants. While some thought it was a little chaotic in the morning, most mentioned that it was very well organized. It was a surprisingly smooth day for the amount of individuals we got out on the water. Thanks! Amy Ziegelbauer, CTRS Recreation Supervisor I City of St. Petersburg “Today was the best!! We have two lovely ladies from Eckerd College that took us sailing. They were super sweet. We just love, love, love this event. As a staff and advocate I love the INCLUSION. Thank you everyone!” “Really well organized for such a big event” “Yes! We love the TR staff and Sailing Center Staff. We really enjoyed the volunteers, especially the young adults!” 14
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From Left: Cruising Fleet Captain, Angela Kowalik, Commodore Richard Winning, P/C Bruce Watters, Rear Commodore Klingel, Vice Commodore Birkenstock.
St. Petersburg Yacht Club
2016 Regatta Schedule Master Driver Team Race Snipe States/ Gaspar Valentine’s Regatta NOOD Regatta J/70’s Midwinter Championships Pusser’s Rum Cup Thistle Midwinter’s Winter Lightning Championships SPYC @ PAG Crown Cars Suncoast Raceweek SPYC Hosts FWSA Rainbow Regatta SPYC Twilight Series Begins Regata del Sol al Sol Allison Jolly Distance Classic
January 15-17, 2016 January 23-24, 2016 February 6-7, 2016 February 12-14, 2016 February 26-28, 2016 March 5, 2016 March 2-4, 2016 March 18-20, 2016 April 2, 2016 April 8-10, 2016; Awards April 15th April 11, 2016; Rain date April 12th April 15, 2016 April 21, 2016 Registration; Start the 22th Awards April 29, 2016 on Isla Mujeres May 14-15, 2016 May 27-29, 2016
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WEEKLY EVENTS SUNDAY Mango Margarita $7 Early Bird Specials ~ 5-6pm
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Lunch Buffet: Tues-Fri. 11:30AM-2:00PM A La Carte Lunch: Tues-Sat. 11:30AM-2:00PM 17-Trivia Night Dinner: 17-Woman's Club Tues-Sun. 5:30PM-9:30PM 18-ELVIS Tribute Sunday Brunch: 19-21 Fleet Cruise 10:30AM-1:30pm 26-Rescue of theBounty January 2016 Smooth Sailing Sailing 163 September 2015 Smooth
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10-STRAZ-Lion King 11-Wine Society 11-Wingshooters 12-14 NOOD Regatta 14- Flying Club
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Master Driver Team Race
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SUPER BOWL Sunday, February 7, 2016 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 $18++/person (The buffet will be available through the end of Half Time)
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)
Robert Burns Night Saturday, January 23, 2016 6:00PM
A Scottish Celebration & Tribute to Robert Burns *Bagpipes, Kilts & Haggis (If you dare) *Pageantry, Scottish Toasts & More *A Taste of Scotland Buffet Come out and be a Scot for the night wear a “Touch of Tartan”
$25++/person Cash Bar Available (So bring friends)
Reservations: 727-892-6882 or 6887 (48-hour cancellation policy in effect)
An Entertainment Committee Event
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R B Friday, February 26th
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 received the American Library Association “Editor’s Choice” Award, and the Independent Publishers “Best Nature Book of the Year” award.
$25.00++ /person (Cash Bar)
Reservations: 892-6882 or spyccatering@tampabay.rr.com (48-hour cancellation policy in effect)
SPYC Presents
STRAZ Performing Arts
2016 Group Excursions
Join us as we take an adventure into the world of the “Performing Arts!” Purchase your STRAZ Excursion Package before February 29th for any of the below 2016 shows. 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: “Wizard of Oz” on Broadway Wednesday, July 13, 2016 7:30pm 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.
We’re off to see…THE WIZARD OF OZ is an enchanting adaptation of the all-time classic, totally reconceived for the stage. Developed from the ever popular MGM screenplay, this production contains the beloved songs from the Oscar®-winning movie score, all the favorite characters and iconic moments, plus a few surprises along the way!
Front Orchestra-PREMIER Seats Upfront!
$215.00 – Includes Dinner | $185.00 without Dinner
Front Orchestra:
Front Orchestra-PREMIER Seats (7th Row)
$159.00 with Dinner, $130.00 without Dinner
Front Balcony
$141.00 with Dinner, $111.00 without Dinner
$177.00 – Includes Dinner | $144.00 without Dinner $150.00 – Includes Dinner | $120.00 without Dinner
Reserve before February 29th Limited Premier Seating Available *BOOK NOW!*
Balcony:
Reserve before February 29th 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 event will be cancelled. In this Sailingevent January 2016 18 Smooth circumstance, packages will be fully refundable. Seating is based upon box office availability, and is NOT guaranteed.
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Red Grape Hibiscus Cocktail $6 All Day & Evening
SATURDAYS Firefly Arnold Palmer $6 All Day & Evening
Our food specials change daily. Ask your server for today’s selection! In the meantime, enjoy our weekly featured drinks.
Football Hot Dog Special Enjoy a Foot Long Hot Dog with Fries during the Football Game for just $5
Valentine’s Day Weekend at Pass-a-Grille
What’s more romantic than celebrating Valentine’s Day at the Beach?
Join us for romance... 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 & Sunday Evening. Saturdays -Noon- 4pm during televised College Games Sundays – 1pm-5pm during televised Pro Games
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Members and Employees EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH December 2015, Joe Schmollinger
IN MEMORIAM January 2016
Mrs. Joane H. Miller March 4, 1926 – November 2015 Beloved SPYC Member since June 1947
Congratulations goes out to Joe Schmollinger for being voted December’s Employee of the month. Joe has been with the Beach Club for two years now. He is a dedicated and loyal employee who comes to work eager to serve the yacht club members and goes the extra mile to make their visits memorable ones. Joe is a team player always willing to help out his coworkers, or come in early to help prepare for a special event. He is definitely a person we want on our team! Next time you see Joe, give him a big ‘ole pat on the back for a job well done!
“ EMPLOYEE ANNIVERSARIES January 2016
David Meri 6 years - Bartender Anthony Frazier 5 years - Line Cook Paula Wrenn 4 years - Banquet Server Timothy Cobb 3 years - PAG Kitchen Supervisor Carl Jeffery Peterson 3 years - PAG server Cody Spruce 2 Years - Sailing Center Vihar Mihaylov 2 years - Security guard Ryan Harvey 1 Year - Line Cook Salvador Hernandez 1 year - Dining Room Server
FEEDBACK from the FOREDECK What a wonderful, and sharp looking group that attended the GRAND OPENING of the Commodore Room last year!
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Pass-a-Grille Location “Dinner was excellent, great new menu!” – 4 Stars “Excellent in all aspects. New menu’s great!” – 4 Stars
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Another enjoyable section that received a lot of attention was the “Car Corral” where owners were allowed to place ‘FOR SALE’ signs on their vehicles and actively sell their classics. This was a great opportunity for potential buyers to view the vehicles and have a chance to directly talk to the owners.
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NOW from 4-7pm (hors d'oeuvres 4-6pm) EVERY TUESDAY NOW THROUGH FEBRUARY!
Judges, such as the SPYC Commodore Richard B. Winning, Club General Manager Marc Reydams and several representatives of various SPYC clubs were asked to choose the vehicle they “most would like to take home.” There was also a Mayor’s Choice award from Mayor Rick Kriseman. Judges from the “People’s Choice” group focused in on “originality” as their main focus. Specialty, replica, custom, race, hot rods, military vehicles, motorcycles and boats had different judging criteria. It was another great event, and many vehicle owners went home with a well-deserved trophy.
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SPYC’S
SPYC group visiting the Buffalo Canoe Club in Point Abino, Ontario, Canada for the Lightning World Championships in July. From left: Karen Park, Matt Bryant, Marilyn Wall, Josh Goldman, Laura Bryant, Abby Ruhlman, Rob Ruhlman and Ginnie Daniels. 16 SPYC Members at the Nassau Yacht Club Bahamas. Larry & Jackie Jensen, Jim & Gail Falkingham, Peter & Sandy Privitera, Tracy & Eunice Livingston, Richard & Barbara Joule, Hank & Sue Brautigam, Andy Evans & Donna Bauer & Patti & Bob Barlow.
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.
SPYC Member Life Events To make a “Life Event Announcement” please contact the Member Services Coordinator- Leah Wieter- at member.services@spyc.org.
Scotty Gramling, son of SPYC members Scott
and Gaby Gramling, earned first place in the Single Engine division of the prestigious KING OF THE BEACH Kingfish Tournament sponsored by Old Salts. Gramling was captain for Boaters’ Republic (Team2) which included Gavin McLay, Jordan Hallsted, and Anthony Boggini. The team’s early effort paid off as the 36.96 pound monster Kingfish took the bait early in the morning. King of the Beach is one of Florida’s largest and most high profile tournaments. 600 boats competed in the event on November 7th. At 17 years old, this team may be the youngest to ever win first place. This first prize award in the single engine division paid a handsome fully rigged 2016 300 HP Suzuki Engine donated by Mastry Engine Center. CONGRATULATIONS on your BIG WIN!!
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Monthly Events at the Club ENTERTAINMENT IN THE HERITAGE LOUNGE TUES. - THURS.: 7:30PM FRIDAY & SATURDAY: 8:00PM
TRIVIA NIGHT
Family Night
Downtown: 3rd Wednesday at 7pm:
$14++ PER PERSON TUESDAY THROUGH FRIDAY SELECTIONS CHANGE MONTHLY
$10++/per guest
January 20th, 2016 February 17th, 2016
Jan 5-9...................................... Green Flash
Takes place in the Regatta Room Reservations: 727-892-6882
Jan 19-30......................................DAZZLER
Pass-a-Grille: 1st Thursday at 5:30pm
Jan 12-16.....................................Royz Band
JAN. 5TH-8TH Old fashioned German potato soup, slow cooked Sauerbraten with braised red cabbage, sautéed spätzle, gingersnap gravy and crispy apple wood smoked bacon
January 7th, 2016 February 4th, 2016
PAG Reservations: 727-360-1646
JAN 12TH-15TH Iceberg wedge salad, Beefsteak tomatoes and crumbled blue cheese -choice of dressing, Crispy chicken fried steak, smothered green beans and buttermilk smashed potatoes in peppercorn milk gravy
TIKI HUT ENTERTAINMENT Fridays from 5pm-10pm Jan 1..................................... Pat Best
JAN 19TH-22ND Amish broccoli cheese soup, fork tender Yankee pot roast with aromatic root vegetables and Yukon gold potatoes
WINE SOCIETY
Downtown: Thurs. Jan 21st Call: 727.822.3873
Jan. 8............................ Dave Valliere
PAG: Wed. Jan 20th, 6PM
Jan. 22............................. Sam Stone
Please note: Depending on Wine Society attendance, non-Wine Society member a la carte dining may be limited to the Lounge and Deck
Jan. 15…. Scott “Twitch” Anderson
Jan. 29.................................. Pat Best
Call: 727.360.1646
Reservations Required Non Wine Society Guests Welcomed - $25
PASS-A-GRILLE ENTERTAINMENT Saturday, January 9th ............... Andre Roy Friday, January 15 ..................... Doug Bliss Saturday, January 23 .......... Mike Balisterri
Friday, January 29 ......................... Big Rich
BIRTHDAY BASH!! Next Bash is on January 28, 2016 $17++/ Per Guest • 6-9PM Reservations: 727-892-6882 or catering@spyc.org
JAN 26TH-29TH Avgolemeno soup, Greek Souvlaki chicken brochette on Mediterranean roasted tomato Orzo pasta with feta cheese and olive oil
MONTHLY INSPIRATIONAL QUOTE “Accept the challenges so that you can feel the exhilaration of victory.” - GEORGE S. PATTON July & August 2015
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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
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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 - Saturday, 11:30am - 2:00pm • Dinner: Tuesday - Sunday, 5:30pm - 9:30pm Sunday Brunch: 10:30am - 1:30pm (upstairs during the month of December)
Heritage Lounge: (food service hours) Lunch: Tuesday - Sunday, 11:30am - 2:00pm • Dinner: Tuesday - Sunday 5:30pm - 9:30pm (limited afternoon & late night menu available)
Bridge Room:
Breakfast Buffet: Tuesday - Friday, 7:00am - 9:00am Saturday – 7:30am – 10:00am
Tiki Hut:
Thursday, Friday: 5:00pm - (Closing varies based upon weather & business levels) Saturday: 1:00pm - 11:30pm • Sunday: 1:00pm - 6:00pm
Sailing Center:
Tuesday - Sunday: 8:00am - 5:00pm
Snell Isle Hours: Closed Mondays & Tuesdays Wednesday - Friday 8am - 5pm • Saturday & Sunday 7am -5pm Pass-a-Grille Clubhouse: Closed Tuesdays • 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/