Membership Newsletter
October 2015
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More details of the SPYC Annual Meeting, Election, and Listing of the Nominees for Board of Directors 2015-2016 in this month’s issue.
IN THIS ISSUE: Commodore’s Weekend Events • Murder at the Masquerade Party Clubs within the Club • Around the Club • Membership Information • Weekly Specials 1
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SAILING CAPITAL OF THE SOUTH
COMMODORE’S LOG Chapter 12 – As you read this, we are preparing for the 2015 Annual Meeting of the Sailing Capital of the South on October 13th. I hope you are tuned into the elections and are planning to come vote, get a free drink, have dinner, listen to some brief reports and hear the election results. I am a member of a few organizations and I have never seen one where so many people want to serve. But for our By-laws limiting the Board to 18, we could easily have 40 members. I would never support that, as the law of diminishing returns stops us at about the current number; however the point is that we have so many members who are generous with their time. Thanks to all who serve now and who have served in the past on the Board, on Committees, fund raising, race course, social events and to those who do the great Club work of patronizing our facilities on a regular basis. This has been a special year for Kathleen and me and we hope that you will join us for the Commodore’s Ball on November 14th. I have recently witnessed the efficiency and creativity of our banquet staff led by Shannon Nylander as we planned this event. It is no wonder that we are such a popular spot. The Clipper Ship will sail at 4 bells, so please be at the wharf. A new and secret libation has been created just for the voyage called the “Clipper” and a 19th century menu has been created with 21st century techniques to help you enjoy the grandeur of old world ocean travel, minus the pitch and roll of the real thing. Anyone with an eye patch or a parrot will get a free shot of rum. No, this will not be Pirates of the Caribbean…it is much more elegant. So shake a leg, dress smartly, honor your mates, cover your ears for the shot of the cannon, eat well and carry forward the tradition of this great old ship…the “SS SPYC!” We have quietly experienced some very unusual and positive results this year. One of those was a 7-month run of net increases in members from February through August. Yes, we still lost a few members, but we have added more new members than we lost for 7 straight months. In the past, we rarely had a single month with a net increase. A key part of this trend is 32 new intermediate members joining in the past year. This is the result of hard work by your Membership Committee and Amy Spencer, as well as the good word and effort put forth by hundreds of our members on a daily basis. With 2,100 folks (and double that for those with spouses) all quietly (except for Judy M.) regularly suggesting the SPYC as a destination, we can keep this healthy trend going. And not just joining, but using the Club.
subsidies in that area was dismal. Today, with a new GM, a new Chef, new uniforms, a smarter menu and with me eating like a pig (we all have our hidden talents, some less hidden than others), we have made an astonishing 300% reduction in the subsidy. Happily, we are now well below national averages for clubs. I do want to direct you to our Snell Isle Marina, as we are gradually freshening the landscaping and a variety of other features, including the canopy on the dock, the new live bait well and some interior upgrades. Please remember this great little marina when you consider the benefits of Club membership. Stand by for future announcements there.
Quick windward leg by Commodore Ford, et al, followed immediately by emergency meeting of the Spinnaker Committee
Now Pass-a-Grille really gets the award for the “Asset of the Month”. If it was a human, it would get a designated parking space for the month! The menu has been revamped and we went there a few weeks ago; it is really a great selection. Please get out there and give it a try. They too must be remembered when you consider the benefits of SPYC membership. Frankly, it’s almost like getting memberships in 2 separate fun Clubs for the price of one. Use it… And our beloved Sailing Center is getting a major interior facelift thanks to the taxpayers of St. Petersburg. Please remember to thank your City Council representative and any staff members you know. Those of you who are not residents of St. Pete, be sure to thank those who are, because we pay for that. It’s all a part of our Country Club dues (as Kathleen and I refer to property taxes). You get tennis courts, several golf courses, a big red truck with some buff guys in yellow suits who race to your house if you leave the meat loaf on the burner too long, the parks get planted, edged and trimmed and your Sailing Center gets some big funding…now and then…and we pay no rent. Not bad for a little fishing village on the Bay. I look forward to seeing you at the Annual Meeting and at the Commodore’s Ball. See you at the finish line!!
Another healthy statistic was the extreme turn around in food and beverage. Three years ago, despite an improving economy and high usage at the Club, we were not managing our costs and the trend in
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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Become a Part of SPYC’s Success &
Join a Committee Today! The St. Petersburg Yacht Club’s 2015/2016 year is upon us! Our new year begins October 1st and Club’s Committees are being formed. Do you have an interest in serving on a committee and being involved in the success of the Club? If so, please let us know no later than October 12th. Each Committee generally meets once per month.
The Executive Committee is made up of the following:
House & Grounds Committee: Works on the physical aspects of the Club & its grounds. Finance: Reviews monthly revenue reports, budgets and insurance plans. Membership: Reviews and approves membership applicants, follows up with Proposers of applicants. Implements membership programs, promotes membership to prospective members. Long Range Planning: Plans the long-range vision of the club. Port Committee: The Port Committee supervises any business pertaining to the marinas. Florida Council of Yacht Clubs: Keeps the club up-to-date on all FCYC news, events & monthly gatherings. Regatta General: Oversees & coordinates all regattas and competitive sailing. Ocean Racing: Works in conjunction with the Regatta General in planning and executing regattas. Junior Activities: Heavy involvement in the Junior Sailing Team and reports their monthly achievements. Power Boat Competition: Coordinates activities involved in power boating competitions. Yachting Information: Tracks achievements of SPYC Junior Sailors and coordinates the annual Yachting Recognition Awards Reception. Fleet Captain: Oversees the Cruising Fleet, coordinates monthly weekend excursions to other yacht clubs, and monthly social luncheons or dinner functions. Sponsorship: Work to gain corporate and community sponsors for Regattas. Entertainment: Plan & execute various events throughout the year. Communicate ideas and schedule dates through the Catering Office or the Food & Beverage Director. Sailing Center: Oversees the Sailing Center Operation. Coast Guard Liaison: Keeps communication and relations between Coast Guard & the Yacht Club
To express your interest in participating on a Committee, please contact Leah Wieter, Member Services Coordinator: 727-892-6893
NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING & ELECTION The Annual Meeting of the St. Petersburg Yacht Club will be held on Tuesday, October 13, 2015. At this meeting the following business will be transacted: Voting for Directors will start at 11:30 A.M. in the Quarterdeck and will continue until 7:30 p.m. The Annual Meeting will be called to order at 7:45 P.M. in the Ballroom. All Past Commodores, Active, and Intermediate members in good standing shall be eligible to vote. Members in good standing must show their membership card before voting. In the instance of Married Couple Memberships only one spouse may vote per membership on a first come basis. Election of Directors, Annual Reports of Officers and members of the Executive Committee, reading of communications, and other such business as may properly come before the meeting. Refreshments will be served following the meeting. - Jim Byrne, Secretary
NOMINEES FOR THE BOARD RESULTS 2015-2016
(Vote for 3) ACTIVE: Jim Byrne Grant Dumas Jim Henderson George Pennington Bert Rachel Barbara Weller (Vote for 1) INTERMEDIATES: Jeff Locker Will Reed
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COMMODORE’S BALL 2015 St. Petersburg Yacht Club
BOARDING
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 2015 4 BELLS (6PM)
COCKTAIL RECEPTION IN GRILLE 1909
8 BELLS (8PM)
ELEGANT SIT DOWN DINNER & DANCING TO THE MUSIC OF THE TOMKATS BIG BAND
2 BELLS (9PM)
DESSERT ROOM IN THE BOW
CABIN PASSAGE $108++/
PLUS THE EVER FAMOUS: Libations Compliments of the Captain all evening (Members and their mates only ~ Dress Tux or Yacht Club Formal)
PER PASSENGER
EMBARQUEMENT RESERVATIONS REQUIRED: 727-892-6882 OR 6887 MAKE YOUR OCEAN TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS TODAY! Only reservations made at one of these extensions will be honored. Please do not leave a message with the front desk or another extension.
CANCELLATIONS HONORED UNTIL: Thursday, November 12, 2015 (If we receive your cancellation after this date, your original reservation will be charged) *Please Note: The Breakfast Buffet, Grille 1909 & Tiki Hut will not be open for service -
Saturday, November 14th- due to the Commodore’s Ball. The Heritage Lounge will be open at 11am for normal service all day*
Finish off the Commodore's Ball Weekend with...
Blessing of Fleet
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2015
PROCESSION BEGINS AT 10:30 A.M. NEAR THE PIER.
Jazz Brunch
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2015 11AM-2:30PM
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SAILING NEWS: Twilight Sailing continued on Friday nights through the month of August. The races were a great opportunity for the Salty sailors to get in some sailing time. September brought the beginning of the 2015-2016 sailing season. Many racing practices began in September with enthusiastic sailors manning their vessels. The fall is filled with a multitude of racing series.
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Saltines: New Salty Sister applicants for our class of 2015 are Gretchen Tenbrock-Wolf, Donna Papa, Camille Kilgore, and Barbara Mehaffey. Swim and sailing tests were required before they could become Saltines, and all four passed with flying colors. This fall, the Saltines will take a series of educational classes and after passing their written tests, they will become official Salty Sisters in October 2016. SOCIAL: Splash ‘N Bash at Pass-A-Grille: Commodore Harvey Ford, Club Manager, Marc Reydams, Salty Sister’s Judy McFadden and Captain Carol Hansen were dunked in the Dunk Tank this year! All the funds raised at this PAG event went to Junior Sailing.
Cabana Beach Day
Cabana Beach Day: Several Salties spent the day at the beach at the White Sands Cabana Club on Siesta Key in Sarasota. Connie Smith hosted the event and everyone enjoyed a leisure day in the sun. CRUISE: The SE Guide Dogs in Palmetto is a program where dogs are trained for service and given free of charge to recipients. This organization is entirely run through generous donations. After visiting the SE Guide Dogs, the Salties had lunch at the Bradenton Yacht Club.
Sheriff Kathy Ahern
Cowgirls Maridell Weaver & Gloria Davis
Welcome Back Party: Chairman Barbara Deininger and her committee created an outstanding Country Western theme for the September Welcome Back Party. Sheriff Kathy Ahern had her hands full as she supervised the rowdy cowgirls. The Salties’ boots were made for dancing. Captain Carol Hansen led line dancing and about 40 Salties participated. The Nauticats sang a medley of Country Western songs while cowgirls galore appeared at the event decked out in their western apparel. Cowgirls Maridell Weaver & Gloria Davis, Salty Cowgirls, Sheriff Kathy Ahern, and the notorious Dance Hall Salties (Linda Summers, Shirley Rigo, Susan Huff, and Fran Weaver-Nohren) clearly represented aspects of the Wild West.
Cowgirls & Sheriff Kathy Ahern
Salties at SE Guide Dogs
Nauticat Cowgirls
Dance Hall Salties
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In August, we had an Ad-hoc Cruise to Carlouel Yacht Club (Aug 28-30). As Port Directors for this weekend, my husband Brian and I had everyone aboard our very own Marquesa for docktails on Friday before having dinner in the club that evening. By some accounts, we had waaaay too much fun in the dining room (shhhh)! Joining us for the weekend by vessel were: Tim & Dianne Connolly on Lady Di 3 Tom & Kathy Daniel on Sol Mates Ken & Andrea Beil on Hatta Dream Biff & Stephanie Judd on BareFootin’ Les & Nancy Bauer on Bella Vita Joining us by Iron Dinghy were John & Elaine Guthrie, Janice & Michael Smith, Tom & Maryann Glew, and Phil & Mary Letourneau. It was quite a turnout, and everyone braved the weather to get together. On Saturday, Ken & Corrine St. Jean travelled aboard Lady Hawk to join us for lunch in the Bird Cage. That afternoon, most of us did the dockwalk and then rallied around the docks for interesting conversation, mostly focused around what was later determined to be remnants of Erika. We kept all our weather apps busy. Later we gathered around the fire-pits for heavy hors d’oeuvres including fresh Mahi Bites, compliments of the Judd’s Key West trip. Some of us slipped in a few dance steps in the moonlight. Thanks to Erika, the
Cruising Fleet at Carlouel Yacht Club
breeze was delicious! What a wonderful weekend it turned out to be. Thanks to everyone for coming! UPCOMING EVENTS for the Cruising Fleet to enjoy include: • Cruising Fleet Luncheon – Thursday, Oct 8, 2015 at noon • October cruise to Long Boat Key Moorings - Oct 16-18 • November Blessing of the Fleet – Sunday Nov 15 • Cruising Fleet tables at the Jazz Brunch – Sunday Nov 15
Why not join us 4 our next Fleet Luncheon Meeting on Thursday, October 8 at noon. Our program will focus on radio utilization, featuring guest speaker Larry Wissing, fellow cruiser and avid ham radio operator. We will also begin sign-up for our December Awards and Holiday dinner, and January cruise to Gulfport at that time. For Monthly Meeting reservations, contact the Catering Office at 727-892-6887 or 6882 or spyccatering@tampabay.rr.com. 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. Looking forward to seeing you on the water… - Angela Kowalik, Fleet Captain
Enjoying the good life at Carlouel Yacht Club
Larry Wissing (N4MKT) at the radio
FLORIDA COUNCIL OF YACHT CLUBS
DEDICATED TO PROMOTE FAIR BOATING LAWS AND SAFER WATERWAYS FOR THE BOATING PUBLIC The Florida Council of Yacht Clubs is an organization made up of 36 yacht clubs located around the state from the panhandle to the keys.
WHAT DOES YOUR COUNCIL DO FOR YOU? “Multiple Club Privileges with First Class Experiences” As a club member, you expect certain privileges from your home club, but as a Council member you can expect even more. The Florida Council membership offers multiple club privileges without having to pay multiple club dues. Enjoy social and dining privileges at a collection of 36 private clubs in the state of Florida, offering excellent marina facilities as well as casual and fine dining options. Some clubs offer golf and tennis as well. Each one of the Council Clubs offers the caliber of service you would expect the amenities and family events that make visiting a pleasure. As a member of the St. Petersburg Yacht Club you are a member of the Florida Council of Yacht Clubs and can experience the convenience, variety, and fun that make Council membership so special.
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Please join me for the next General Meeting of the Council. Nancy Vildibill, SPYC Director to the Florida Council of Yacht Clubs FUTURE MEETINGS: Lauderdale Yacht Club - November 14, 2015 Eau Gallie Yacht Club - January 9, 2016 Charlotte Harbor Yacht Club - March 12, 2016 St. Andrews Bay Yacht Club - May 14, 2016 Pelican Isle Yacht Club - July 9, 2016 Coral Reef Yacht Club - September 10, 2016
Which is Your Club?
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Monthly Luncheons with Informative & Entertaining Programs By Eva Hefner, President, eva12023@tampabay.rr.com
Monday, October 19th at 11 a.m.
Join us to hear the folklore and legend of Pinellas County by Deborah Frethem, local author and historian. Deborah holds degrees in history and theater from St. Olaf College in Minnesota. Ten years ago, she came to Tampa to lead ghost tours and immediately fell in love with the weather and stories of her new home.
With the summer doldrums upon us, our weekly sporting clays adventures have dwindled to about a dozen diehard clay busters. Many members have traveled to cooler climates and some just want to avoid the summer heat. With fall just around the corner, we expect the turnout for our weekly events to increase dramatically, and look forward to welcoming back some of our missing members. Our monthly meeting and gourmet dinners have continued to draw good attendance. We expect these events to attract even more members as the weather cools, and more members return to the Bay area.
Memberships are still open.
We continue to add new members and invite all male members of the SPYC that are interested in shotgun sports to join us. Contact Jack Cartier at 727-235-2726 or ask any member for details.
Interested in Becoming a Member? Memberships are open to all SPYC women and dues are only $30 per year for June 1st to May 31st. For membership information, contact Sally Roth at TouhySally@aol.com
Mah Jongg Corner
Fred Stansbury takes a target as Jack Cartier and Tom Hatton offer advice
Jack Cartier fires as John Hanner and Tom Hatton look on
Ed Wilson sets up for the next target
Joe Klingel blasts away
Tom Hatton takes a high target
Smokin’ gun PC Sandy Schoenberg
Etiquette, Strategies, Rules, Tips, etc. Well done! As you can see, because of the big smile on Roslyn Beckoff’s face, she deserves a well done for winning a concealed AND Singles and Pairs hand worth 50 points. The Mah Jongg hand was: 112 11223 112233 (any 3 suits; these numbers only). Singles and pairs are the most difficult hands to attain, since you are not allowed to use jokers. What is even more challenging, is that all the hands in this Singles & Pairs section are concealed hands and a tile may not be called unless it is for Mah Jongg. Roslyn is also our “Sunshine Lady.” If you know of anyone who needs a little cheering up, please contact her at: rozb@tampabay.rr.com
For information on playing and learning Mah Jongg, contact: Barbara Casey at barbarahap@aol.com
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Flying Club
By Peter Privitera
Welcome back from our summer days of flying! Please bring all those promised pictures of the events you attended, or have flown in, so we can add some to our next monthly article. Our next monthly meeting, Sunday October 11th, will feature speaker Payton Yon who has enlightened us before about drones. This time he will be discussing a flying event to River Ranch, which boasts a 5000 foot runway, having everything from horseback riding to a Saturday night rodeo in a 1200 seat arena. This is a two day event and includes luxury accommodations. Check out the site: www.riverranch.com. You may really be surprised how many attractions they have and the number of things to do, so please attend the meeting and get your questions answered. It is an easy drive if you’re so inclined. Also, at the October meeting we will be selecting an election committee7 to prepare a slate of officers for next year, and for new members, this is the time to join the club and get involved. We meet every second Sunday of the month, except during the summer, so come and socialize with us. Anyone who loves fun and has an interest in aviation can join; ownership of an airplane is not a prerequisite. For information on the club, contact Gene and Joann Wood at 727 743 3721, or myself at 813-263-4806.
Amateur Radio Club
by Dick Mordaunt, AB1NI
Do you want to try ham radio on the air? At the SPYC Member Appreciation Event, on Oct 25th from 3-5pm, we will let guests use ham radio to talk on the 14.300 MHz Maritime Net or to others. Our HF radio is upstairs but we can operate it remotely with a laptop from anywhere in the world with internet access. If you get an amateur radio license, you too could use our HF SSB radio remotely. Ahoy mates! Some of ye mates participated in “Talk Like a Pirate Day” over the air on September 19th. How many times do you get to play pirate and don’t need to board a vessel, weigh anchor and worry about being becalmed? Blimey, some mates just socialized with other pirates over the air from home with the SPYC remote rig. If ye have questions about the SSB HF radios for your vessel or want to join the fun of ham radio, contact us, or join us when we meet faceto-face every third Tuesday at 6pm. We also socialize on-the-air every Monday on our VHF Net at 17:30 on 147.030 MHz where people join us locally or from around the world on Echolink. 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/
G lf Gr up By Nancy Strite
Due to the sparse summer attendance, the Golf Group cancelled the August meeting. The monthly outing was also cancelled, as the torrential rains caused so many courses to be closed.
No medical necessary to fly this plane…Join & find out how!
Duplicate Bridge is Back Beginning in November (Each Tuesday November thru March) Are you an experienced player or just learning? All are welcome to join in. We play in the Card room on the 2nd Floor every Tuesday evening starting at 7:15PM *Win ACBL points in a sanctioned game *Win Drink tickets as prizes SPYC Members - $2/ fee For further information contact: Joan Barlas - 727-446-1958 or barlasj2@aol.com
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Our September meeting introduced some changes to the group. There will now be more duties shared by more members, and trying to involve everyone in the planning of play days and behind-the-scenes jobs. Secretary Linda Testa has assumed the task of meeting with the Board members to get this new plan organized. Regular play days will resume in September with an outing at the beautiful Waterlefe Club in Bradenton. This play day will be organized by John and Susan Arsenault. Amory Sanders has arranged the play day for October at Pasadena Y&CC. We will resume having speakers at our monthly meetings in October. Helen Dewalt will arrange for these interesting and informative speakers. Eric & Myra McShane will continue as Treasurer, Amory Sanders will plan many outings, Greg Fisher will now give the Rule of the Month and Karen Lieberman will be photographer at outings. It is wonderful to have so many members step forward to keep this group going strong. Dues are now being collected for the upcoming year. They should be submitted by Oct. 1.
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On August 20th the Annual Splash & Bash was held at PassA-Grille with all proceeds benefiting Junior Sailing programs. Commodore Harvey Ford, Manager Marc Reydams, Salty Sister Judy McFadden and Broad Reacher Carol Hansen all volunteered to be the dunkees this year. Many thanks to these four brave souls for their participation. We want to thank all those who came out and supported us and this wonderful event. Even though the crowd was small, we all had a great time and afterwards, most of us stayed for a wonderful buffet dinner presented by the Club.
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Harvey’s new megaphone?
Carol Hansen - Ready & waiting
Nita George - nice throw!
UPCOMING EVENTS:
Our “Welcome Back Party” will be held on September 19th. The events of the day will be socializing, enjoying summer memories, and enjoying a nice lunch.
Judy McFadden - pre-dunking
Commodore Ford on the way down.
The Broad Reacher’s Annual Meeting and election of Officers will be held on October 3rd. Anne O’Dell will be our new Fall/Winter Captain with Nancy Strite taking over for the Spring & Summer. Jeanette Erb, Joanne Simmons, and Charl Hadfield will share the position of Race Captain. Our Secretary and Treasurer will be Julia Sorbo & Carol Hansen, respectively. Our big event, the Commodore Lucas Cup, will be held on November 7th, with a rain date of November 14th. With the help of Betty Sanders, we will be inviting nine other FWSA clubs. This event is always exciting and well worth coming out and supporting the girls as they switch boats between each race. We have a very active calendar of events coming up including several fun sails to Bird & Shell Islands, Race Committee Education, the Halloween Race, and many FWSA Interclubs. 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. 4 more information, please contact either Captain, Nancy Strite or Anne O’Dell.
Marc Reydams - enjoying the dip
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Woman’s Club Interest Groups Note: These are subject to change each month
Book Group Facilitator: Shirley Barbel October 28 - I Always Loved You: Story of Mary Cassatt and Edgar Degas by Robin Oliveira Social time: 5:00 pm Discussion: 5:30 – 6:30 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: Patsy Warmack Meets 2nd Wednesday of every month (times and dates may vary). Contact: 727-409-0469 or patsywarmack@tampabay.rr.com Writer’s Group Facilitator: Joan Lander Focus is on developing skills in a nonthreatening environment. This year we will write our memoirs. Meets October 15th @ 10:30 am Topic: Earliest Memory Contact: waterwind1@verizon.net Sunshine Facilitator: JoAnn Wood If someone is ill or could use cheering up Contact: jafwood@hotmail.com 10
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AT ST. PETERSBURG YACHT CLUB By Patsy Warmack, President, patsywarmack@tampabay.rr.com
We have an amazing hands on program planned for October! Louise Hamilton, nutritionist, herbalist and aroma therapist will lead us in making body oils, fragrances, scrubs, and other incredible spa products. The theme of the program will be to improve your health and well-being by being good to your skin and relaxing. Louise will arm us with her recipes and packaging secrets that will empower us to make beautiful holiday gifts for everyone on our list – or you can keep them for yourself because you deserve it! Louise Hamilton of Great American Natural Products
There is no fee for this event because your annual Woman’s Club dues cover the cost. However, it will be a Woman’s Club member only event and you must make reservations. Contact Gail Vazzano by phone or email at 727-527-1873 or dandgvazzano@msn.com Hope to see you October 21: Social time – 5:00 PM Meeting and Program: 5:30 PM The Woman’s Club at the SPYC offers wonderful programs, a membership directory, a number of extra events, and a packed Interest Group schedule. Membership in the Woman’s Club is open to all women who are members of the SPYC. 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 fun and festivities from June 1st to May 31st. Contact Eve Kress through email at oceanchild@verizon.net, or call her at 727-895-3249.
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Appreciation Party We Thank You for Being a Part of the St. Petersburg Yacht Club Family! Allow Us to Show You Our Appreciation!
Sunday, October 25th 3 – 5pm Complimentary Food, Drinks, Music & SPYC Camaraderie!
Reservations Please: 892-6887 or 6882
Non-Member Guests are limited and must be 21 years of age or older. Please be sure to pre-register your guest prior to the party by fully completing a Guest Information Card (address, phone, e-mail information is required). Guest Information cards will be available at the Front Desk, the Membership Office or may be e-mailed.
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Happy Hour • 4-6PM in the Lounge
TUESDAYS
Ho! Ho! Ho!
It’s not too early to book your Family Holiday Dinner or Office Christmas Party! Our beautiful Beach Location overlooks the Pass-a-Grille Channel for a specacular view. The North Dining Room is perfect for groups up to 40. We can also accommodate larger groups.
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The Club has direct access to our deck and docks allowing your guests to enjoy outdoor seating.
WEDNESDAYS
Call Vanessa to discuss your Christmas party plans. 727-360-1646
Happy Hour • 4-6PM in the Lounge Coconut Grilled Pork Tenderloin, 5:30-9PM Served over a Ginger Carrot Puree with Basmati Rice and Bok Choy Choice of Soup or Salad $20++
THURSDAYS
Chef Attended Mongolian Bar, 5:30-9PM Select from Sliced Chicken or Beef, Shrimp, Broccoli, Napa Cabbage, Peppers, Onions, Ginger, Garlic, Green Onions, and a variety of sauces. Choose our Soup of the Day or our Artisan House Salad Enjoy your dinner made to order! $18++
Thanksgiving at the Beach Club Thursday, November 26, 2015 • Noon – 1:30PM & 2:30 – 4PM Reservations on the quarter hour
Soup Carrot bisque topped with Toasted Coconut Salad SPYC House Salad Roasted Herbed Turkey - $25
Sweet Potato Casserole, Sage and Raisin Stuffing, Giblet Gravy
Herb Crusted 12 oz. Rib Eye Steak - $26 Mushroom Ragout, Asiago Au Gratin Potatoes, Broccoli Cheddar Casserole
Grilled Hatfield Pork Chop - $30
Cranberry Compote, Roasted Beets, and Parmesan Polenta Cake
Tuscan Marinated Black Grouper - $34 Warm Bruschetta, Saffron Risotto
A selection of Pies and Cakes for Dessert 48 hour cancellation policy in effect If you fail to show up without canceling your reservation by Tuesday, November 25, the club will regrettably impose a $10 per person seat charge. Entertainment by Jerry DeMark, 12:30 – 4:30
Reservations Required 727-360-1646
Halloween at the Beach Stop by the Beach Club in costume on Halloween (October 31st) and enjoy a cocktail on us!
New PAG Menu
The Beach Club has a great new Caribbean Style menu Check it out on the website, or better yet, stop by and sample our new fare! The menu will be available all day and evening Except during Bloody Mary Brunch and Special Events
October The Beach Club Bloody Mary Bar & Brunch
October 25th • 11am-2pm $16++ Buffet Build your own Bloody Mary! Featuring Van Gogh Vodkas $3++ with Buffet, $5++ without Buffet RESERVATIONS 727-360-1646
WEEKLY EVENTS SUNDAY Open for Friends & Fun!!
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Happy Hour 4-6pm
Chef Attended Mongolian Bar 5:30-9:00PM $18++
Trivia Night! 5:30pm-7:30pm
Ladies Beach Club - 11am Happy Hour 4-6pm Meet & Greet Group-5:30pm
No special events but join us for great food & drinks!
25 Bloody Mary Brunch 11am-2:00pm
Our NEW Menu is available: Sundays: Noon - 8PM (Except Sunday Brunch) All Other Days: 11:30am - 9PM (Except Tuesdays & Special Events)
26 Mah Jongg 1p Happy Hour 4-6pm
7 Happy Hour 4-6pm
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21 Happy Hour 4-6pm
22 Bridge 11am
Wine Society 6pm
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3 Broad Reachers 11:30am
10 Broad Reachers 11:30am Dave Valliere 6:30pm-9:30pm
29 Bridge 11am
HOURS HOURSOF OF OPERATION: OPERATION: SUNDAY SUNDAY NOON - 8PM NOON - 8PM
FRIDAY & SATURDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY 11AM -& 10:30PM 11AM - 10:30PM
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For Reservations Please Call: 727-360-1646
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Pass-a-Grille
MONDAY, WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY MONDAY, WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY 11AM - 9:30PM 11AM - 9:30PM
TUESDAY - CLOSED TUESDAY - CLOSED
16 Entertainment: Doug Bliss 6:30pm-9:30pm
23 Entertainment: Michael Ballisterri 6:30pm-9:30pm
30 Entertainment: Sam Stone 6:30pm-9:30pm
17 Broad Reachers 11:30am
24 Broad Reachers 11:30am SPYC Poker Run
31 Broad Reachers 11:30am
Downtown Clubhouse
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6 Golf Group 6pm
7 Salty Sisters: Annual Meeting followed by Lunch10:30am
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8 Cruising Fleet Luncheon 12:00pm Wing Shooters Society 6pm
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Kids Fishing Tournament at Snell Isle Marina 9-11:00am
9 Fall Bay Race & Leukemia Cup Kick Off Party ~ Casino Night 7-10pm
10 Fall Bay Race & Leukemia Cup Kick Off Party ~ Gourmet Wine Dinner 6pm
Family Night ~ Carolina Ground Turkey Sliders (Oct. 6-9) 7:15pm
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13 YC Riders 6:15pm
Member Appreciation Party! 3pm-5pm
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Salty Sisters: Sailing/Lunch
7:04pm
20 Amateur Radio Club 6pm
15 Wine Society Cuvaison Winery, Carneros
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Fleet Cruise to Longboat Key 10/16 - 10/18
USSA Race Management Seminar 10/17 & 10/18
7:03pm
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23 Murder at the Masquerade "Mystery Dinner Party! 7pm
Woman's Club 5pm
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24 Kids Halloween Party! Noon-2:30pm SPYC Championships
Family Night ~Lasagna Milanese (Oct. 20-23) 6:58pm
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Family Night ~ Pride of New Mexico Chicken Posole (Oct 13-19)
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Trivia Night! 7pm
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Hollywood Halloween Party in the Lounge! 8pm
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6:50pm
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12 Wingshooters Cruising Fleet Luncheon 12 Commodore 14 WingshootersBall 14 FCYC Commodore GeneralBall Mtg. 14 Blessing 15 FCYC General of the Mtg. Fleet 15 Jazz Blessing Brunch of the Fleet 15 Amateur 17 Jazz Brunch Radio Club
MONDAY CLOSED
TUESDAY Breakfast Buffet 7:00-9:00AM Family Night ~ 14++ Happy Hour Heritage Lounge 4 - 6PM Happy Hour Grille 1909, 5 - 6PM
WEDNESDAY Breakfast Buffet 7:00-9:00AM Family Night ~ 14++
THURSDAY Breakfast Buffet 7:00-9:00AM Family Night ~ 14++ 1/2 Price Wines from the Captain's Wine List
FRIDAY
Breakfast Buffet 7:00-9:00AM Family Night ~ 14++ Tiki Hut Happy Hour 5 - 7PM
SATURDAY
Tiki Hut Open 1pm - 11:30PM
Commodore Room
6:48pm
Grille 1909
Lunch Buffet: Tues-Fri. 11:30am-2:00pm A La Carte Lunch: 17 Birthday 18 Amateur Bash Radio Club Tues-Sat. 11:30am-2:00pm 18 Birthday 20-22 SnipeBash Western Hemisphere Ragatta Dinner: 20-22 21 ICSA Snipe National Western Championships Hemisphere Ragatta Tues-Sun. 5:30-9:30pm 21 Thanksgiving 26 ICSA National Championships Sunday Brunch: 26 Gingerbread 28 Thanksgiving Building 10:30am-1:30pm 28 Gingerbread Building September October 2015 Smooth Sailing 13 3
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Tiki Hut Open 1-6PM
Grand Re-Opening COMING SOON!
Family Night ~ Baja Fish Tacos (Oct. 27-30) 6:51pm
SUNDAY
Sunday Brunch Buffet Grille 1909 10:30AM-1:30PM
Breakfast Buffet 7:30AM - 10:00AM
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SPYC Junior Sailor Nic Baird topped off a spectacular summer finishing in 3rd place overall at the Laser Radial Youth World Championships held in Kingston, Ontario Canada from August 14-20th. Sailing in the 150-boat boys fleet, Nic put together a strong and consistent series to finish on the podium. In the girls Fleet, SPYC’s Hannah Steadman put in strong performance to finish 14th overall. Emily Wright finished in 37th overall. The week prior, both Hannah Steadman and Emily Wright sailed in the 170 boat Canadian Youth Championships as a warm up to the worlds. Hannah sailed a very strong event finishing in 12th overall. Emily, sailing on a broken ankle, finished a strong 47th overall. SPYC Laser Sailors Nic Baird and Hannah Steadman also competed at the Laser North American Championships in Manteo, North Carolina. Nic continued his strong summer finishing 3rd overall in the 110 boat Laser Radial Fleet. Hannah finished 7th overall in the silver fleet.
Nic Baird, Hannah Steadman (left) and Emily Wright (right) at the Laser Radial Youth World Championships in Kingston.
FALL BAY RACE AND LEUKEMIA CUP REGATTA
Over the Labor Day weekend, the SPYC Junior Sailing Team made the trek to Sarasota to compete in the annual Labor Day Regatta. SPYC was well represented in the Opti RWB fleet with Heather Kerns as our top finisher in 6th overall as well as 3rd in the red fleet. Bella Shakespeare was close behind in 16th overall as well as 1st place in white fleet. Ethan Danielson finished in 21st, followed by Emily Allen in 23rd, Pearson Payne in 30th and Sidney Moyer in 36th. Also sailing in the RWB division were Logan Rimel, Colin Lawther, Watt Icely, Madi Icely, Kate Danielson and Dorothy Mendelblatt.
KICK OFF PARTY
On the Laser Radial course, Kyle Dochoda sailed a strong regatta finishing in 4th overall followed by Hannah Steadman in 8th. In the Laser 4.7 fleet, Emma Shakespeare finished 4th overall, one point out of 2nd.
OCTOBER 9 - 10, 2015
In the Opti Green fleet, Ava Shakespeare won her first race and finished in 10th overall and Karrington Hansen finished 19th overall.
$60.00 (tax inc. for USSA Members with copy of card) $85.00 (tax inc.) Until October 8, 2015
Todd Fedyszyn Youth Sailing Director
Deadline for entries is 1700 Thursday October 8, 2015. No entries will be accepted after this deadline. Entry fee includes 2 admission tickets to the Saturday Evening Gathering and Awards Presentation in the Regatta Room. Patio/Bar for an ala carte casual buffet Hamburger Bar. All items will be priced at around $15.00.
& GUIDED TOURS
A 48 hour cancellation policy is in effect
Sunday mornings from 9 to 11 am. Visit www.leukemiacup.org/sun
For NOR info & Registration visit www.SPYC.org
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Instruction includes: How to get on the board, stand up, properly hold the paddle, turn, stop, fall, and instructor guided paddling around the basin.
$20 for SPYC members and $30 for the public. For more information or to sign up visit www.spyc.org or call 727.822.3113
Sailing Schedule
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Paddleboarding Lesson/Guided Tour
Adult Learn to Sail Courses
Kids Fishing Tournament
Every Sunday from 9am-11am at the Sailing Center
Oct 3-4, Oct 10-11, Oct 17-18
October 3rd, from 9am-11am, hosted by Snell Isle
Tuesday Night Races Come race our fleet of Ideal 18’s, or bring your own dinghy. No reservations required, just show up and leave the dock at 6pm every Tuesday evening through the end of October.
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SPYC Members - $20 Guests - $30 Reservations required: www.spyc.org
SPYC Club Championship We will crown the next club sailing champion on October 24th. The NOR is posted and online registration is open at www.spyc.org
The SPYC Race Committee
Needs YOU! USSA Race
Management Seminar Saturday & Sunday, Oct 17-18 Open to anyone who wishes to become a USSA Race Official
Contact the Regatta General, George Pennington for more information: epennin09@earthlink.net
Class runs from 8:30am-3:30pm. One weekend constitutes a full course.
Open to kids 3-12yrs old. SPYC Member - $10 Guests - $15
SPYC members receive one complimentary class with their membership.
Rods, bait, snacks, and prizes will be provided for all participants.
Reservations required: www.spyc.org
Reservations required: www.spyc.org
SAILING CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP Saturday, October 24th Compete to Win this Coveted Title!
Boat Docking Policy Important Reminder from the Docks! Please keep in mind that the dock & dine floating docks are for short-term dockage (4 hours max) only, and NO overnight dockage is permitted on them. Also, please check in with the dockmaster upon your arrival. Thank you.
Winning Boat Receives:
1st Place: $600 club account credit 2nd Place: $250 club account credit • 3rd Place: $150 club account credit In addition to the $600 club credit, the Club Champion will also be awarded a designated parking space, a plaque in the lobby, and will be asked to represent the Yacht Club at National and International invitational events.
To Register: 727-822-3113 October 2015 Smooth Sailing 15
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Members and Employees EMPLOYEE ANNIVERSARIES OCTOBER
David Washington III Banquet Server- 17 years Diana Lancaster Housekeeping- 16 years Steaven Harbin DR - 15 years Russell McKinney Security Guard- 10 years Montez Brown Breakfast Cook - 9 years Shawn Macking Sailing Center- 8 years Marion Angrisani Housekeeping- 7 years Adam Harnen Dock Master- 7 years Pierre Dumaine F&B Manager- 3 years Ryan Cronin Valet- 3 years Alexander Opperthauser Barback- 2 years Sabrina Friend Banquet Server- 2 years Joseph Van Bemmel Chef- 1 year Matthew Pinckney DR Busser- 1 year
IN MEMORIAM (SPYC Members) Dr. L. Wayne Johnson Mrs. Helen Gandy O’Brien Rev. Dr. Glen Quam
SEPTEMBER EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH Richard Housewright, Banquet Server and more!
Join us in congratulating Richard Housewright in winning the title of September’s Employee of the Month. Richard has been a member of the Team since February 2014. Although his primary job at the club is Banquet Server, Richard helps out anywhere that is needed; in the Grille 1909 serving, in the lounge cocktail serving and even Pass-a-Grille. Because he is always willing to lend a hand anywhere in the club, he is known by many as friendly and outgoing. He exemplifies teamwork, helping out whoever may need a hand.
Congratulations Richard, keep up the spectacular job!!!
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FEEDBACK from the FOREDECK
Downtown Location “We had the family night special and the halibut specials. Very good!” Food & Service “Summer Sunday Breakfast (Brunch) should be available year round. Egg Croissant was EXCELLENT!” Food & Service “Appreciate the personal service, and attention.” Food & Service
Pass-A-Grille Location Splash & Bash - “Adrian the Chef was excellent & explained the African style of rice entree. Hope to have it again!” Food & Service Splash & Bash- “Buffet Again-Great Food Tonight!” Food & Service “Nice evening, great cheeseburgers and great service by Barbara. Thanks!” Food & Service
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Traveling Burgee!
SPYC’S
Randy & Vicki Stacy, taken at Staniel Cay Yacht Club (Exumas) while they were on their trip to the Bahamas this summer. The island of Staniel Cay is nestled in the magnificent chain of Bahamian Islands called The Exuma Cays (a.k.a. “Exumas”).
Shirley Rigo & Joy Rudnicki - at Red Square, in front of St Basil, next to Kremlin and Gum 16/8/15 with our Belgium friends Marijke and Wim
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
Do you have a Milestone Birthday, Anniversary, Engagement, or life event that you are proud of and want to share?
If so, we want to hear from you!
TIVE DIRECTION MOVING IN A POSI On Monday, August 31st the Yacht Club staff along with the Tampa Yacht & Country Club Staff attended a day-long seminar with Communication Expert, Dan O’Connor. He gave us tactics and strategies to synergize and motivate us as a Team so we may be at our best for you!!
Being part of a club isn't just about fine dining and special events. It's about sharing those memorable life moments with your fellow club members! To make a "Life Event Announcement" please contact the Member Services Coordinator- Leah Wieter- at member.services@spyc.org. (All events will be posted in future monthly issues of Smooth Sailing in the order which they were received).
SPYC SPYC Casino Night Casino
Blackjack, Craps, Texas Hold’em, Roulette, & Slot Machine There will be Lite Hors d’ Oeuvres, a pre-paid Jukebox for your favorite tunes, and a CASH Bar (So bring your friends) Reservations: 892-6887 or 892-6882 spyccatering@tampabay.rr.com
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Friday, October 9th 7pm - 10pm
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CommodoreRoom Opening Soon! We eagerly anticipate the Re-Opening in Late October About the renovation & theme of the rooms: The “Commodore Lounge” A sophisticated lounge atmosphere where members may enjoy quiet after dinner drinks and specialty desserts. The space will occupy the south half of the room and will showcase a glass bar-top piano. Drinks in the lounge will be limited to sophisticated specialty cocktails, martinis & cordials. The “Commodore Dining Room” An intimate fine dining experience will be offered and will occupy the north half of the divided room. The room will look much as it does now with mostly four top tables, catering to small parties to preserve the intimacy of the dining experience. The menu will be created from the finest food sources available.
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Shrimp & Snow Crab Martini 12 French Quarter Remoulade Maine Lobster Essence 10 Truffled Crème Fraîche Escargot Bourguignonne 11 Melted Leeks, Roasted Garlic & Pernod Seared Foie Gras 14 Toasted Brioche, Sautéed Pears & Sauterne Wine
Windward Mark Caesar Salad Grana Padano Haricot Verts, Tomato Confit, Annatto Infused Olive Oil Artisan Greens Gorgonzola Brûlée, Candied Walnuts & Sundried Cherries
Leeward Mark Neiman Farms Rack of Lamb 39 Garlic & Rosemary Fine Herb Crust, Rosti Potato, Niçoise Olive Tapenade Roast Duck à l’orange 31 Sauce Bigarade & Blood Orange, Grand Marnier Bone In Filet Mignon 44 Fine Herb Bordelaise, Pomme Williams, Tarragon Peppercorn Béarnaise Vanilla Poached Whole Maine Lobster 38 Champagne Apricot Vin Blanc, Baby Fingerling Potato § We feature tableside prepared entrées § Your server will elaborate on this evenings selection
Will be Open Friday & Saturday Evenings
Menu Subject to Change
PMS 185 Red / Reflex Blue
PMS 185 Red / Reflex Blue
Gourmet Wine Dinner Saturday, October 10th - 6:00PM
Join us for this Spanish Themed Wine Dinner where a selected wine will be served with each course.
1st Course Serrano Ham with Oil Cured Olives and Ripe Melon 2nd Course Grilled Octopus Salad Jerez Sherry Vinaigrette, Roasted Shallots, and Chives 3rd Course Galicia Lobster Paella Cuttlefish, Squid, and Smoked Ham 4th Course Rioja Braised Oxtail with Caramelized Pearl Onions Dessert Course Duet of Babas and Strawberry Flan
Spanish Guitar & Flamenco Dancer
Murder at the Masquerade Mystery Dinner Party • Friday, October 23rd
7:00pm - Doors open & Hors d’ Oeuvres are served 7:30pm - Be seated for 3 course Sit Down dinner & the Show will take place while dinner is served
$50.00
Inclusive Per Guest
Menu: • Bistro Salad • Duet of Sliced Tenderloin with Cabernet Sauce & Chicken Piccata • Death by Chocolate Cake (PFO bar available)
Dress Code - Classic Masquerade Attire
Limited to 50 people (The actors will perform among the tables, so every seat is like the front row)
Reservations: 727-892-6882 or catering@spyc.org (48-hour cancellation policy in effect)
$85++/per guest (Limited to 50 people - sign up today) Reservations: 727-892-6882 or catering@spyc.org
(An entertainment committee event - 48-hour cancellation policy in effect)
Celebrate the Holidays at SPYC! We have made our list and checked it twice… and noticed that you have not yet made reservations for your Holiday Party Have a small office? Want to do something Big for them? We have the Perfect Gift for you to give!
Children’s Halloween Par ty Saturday, October 24th •12 - 2:30pm Bring your little ghosts and goblins for a spooktacular day of fun! $15++/per child (ages 3-12 years old) & one free adult with each paying child (addt’l adults - $15++/each) Reservations: 892-6882 or catering@spyc.org (48-hour cancellation policy in effect)
1 Hour Hosted Bar & Holiday Menu Selection of Hors d’Oeuvres $29 per person* Call Now – Holiday Space is Booking Quickly! Shannon Nylander, CPCE, Director of Catering, 727-892-6882 *Pricing does not include Service Charge & Tax **Offer available to parties a minimum of 25 and maximum of 50 people only *** Offer only good for events held Tuesday – Thursday in December 2015
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SUNDAY BRUNCH BUFFET is Back for Fall & Winter! Every Sunday in Grille 1909
$16++ per person
10:30am - 1:30pm Beginning October 4th
Tapas Display, Belgian Waffles, Omelets, Assorted Salads, A Variety of Lunch Entrees & Breakfast favorites, Assorted House Made Breakfast Pastries, Dessert Table & Much More!! Reservations suggested: 822-3873 (Brunch will be upstairs on November 15th & every Sunday in December)
HAPPY HOUR
Drink Specials
Offered Every Day at SPYC!
Monday:
Pass-a-Grille Lounge, 4-6pm*
Tuesday:
Heritage Lounge & Grille 1909, 4-6pm*
Wednesday:
(at Pass-a-Grille) 4-6pm* and ½ price Wines from the Captain’s Wine List
Thursday:
½ price Wines from the Captain’s Wine List Downtown
Friday:
Tiki Hut, 5-7pm*
Saturday & Sunday: Tiki Hut, 3-5pm*
*1/2 price cocktails: house wine, beer, house & call liquor
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Jazz Brunch SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2015 11AM-2:30PM
Finish the weekend off right Join us upstairs for our always popular Jazz Brunch $22++/PERSON & $11++/AGES 4-12 (Includes Complimentary Bloody Marys, Screwdrivers & Mimosas)
LIVE JAZZ BAND Gulf Coast Jazz Quartet Reservations Required: 727-892-6882
Thursday, November 26, 2015 Club Hours of Operation: 11am-9pm
(The Regular Breakfast & Lunch buffets will not be served; both will resume on Friday, 11/27/15)
Grille 1909 & Commodore Room: 3PM - 8:30PM Lounge Hours: 11am-9pm Tiki Hut Hours: 12-5pm
Brunch BUFFET 11am - 2pm
$25++/per person &
$12++/children 4-12
Autumn harvest salad bar Gala apple and endive salad, Wild cranberry vinaigrette Artisan cheese display Fresh fruit cornucopia CHEF CARVED Ballotine of Slow Roasted Tom Turkey & Peppercorn roasted New York strip Chef Attended Omelet Station with Golden Egg Strata Butter baked Atlantic salmon Honey baked ham Nueskies apple wood smoked mac & cheese Southern style sausage sage stuffing Candied sweet potatoes Whipped Yukon gold potatoes and peppercorn milk gravy Assorted Pastries, Southern Cornbread, Banana Bread Pumpkin Pound Cake, Zucchini Bread Bourbon Pecan Pie, Key Lime Pie, Pumpkin Pie And Much Much More!!!
WOW!! Bloody Marys, Mimosas, & Screwdrivers Included! Reservations: 727-892-6882 or catering@spyc.org 48-hour cancellation policy in effect
TO-GO Turkey Dinner ENJOY THE REWARDS of a full Thanksgiving Dinner without the work or the mess! From our kitchen to your table, you will enjoy a wonderful Thanksgiving Dinner with all of the trimmings without the fuss. Choose from two options: • 12-14 lb. Turkey $86 (Feeds 6 people) • 24-26 lb. Turkey $123 (Feeds 14 people) Both options include: Mashed Potatoes, Gravy, Home-made Stuffing, Cranberry Sauce, Dinner Rolls & Choice of Pumpkin or Apple Pie (comes with 2 pies) Call ahead to place your order, and then stop in to pick up your holiday dinner on Thanksgiving Day ~ 11/26/15 (Specify your pick up time: 10am, 11am, 12pm & 1pm) All orders must be received by Tuesday, 11/24/15 ~ 12noon Quantities are limited, so place your order today: 727-822-3873
Grille 1909 & Commodore Dining Rooms Soup: Carrot Coconut Bisque Salad: Artisan Field Greens Salad Sliced Herb Roasted Tom Turkey Sweet Potato Casserole, Sage & Raisin Stuffing, Giblet Gravy $25 Herb Crusted Rib Eye Steak Mushroom Ragout, Asiago Au Gratin Potatoes, Broccoli Cheddar Casserole $26 Grilled Hatfield Pork Chop Cranberry Compote, Roasted Beets, and Parmesan Polenta Cake $30 Tuscan Marinated Black Grouper Topped with a warm Bruschetta, served with Saffron Risotto $34 Dessert October 2015 Smooth Sailing 21 Your choice of: Pecan pie, Apple pie or Key lime pie
3rd Annual
Gingerbread Building & House Decorating Saturday, November 28th ~ 10am-1pm
Our Chefs will bake and help you build your own perfect Gingerbread House. We’ll provide Everything imaginable to decorate your own unique creation!
Refreshments Included: Cookies, Coffee & Punch Advance registration is required by noon on 11/23/15!
$35.00++ /per House
LIMITED TO 50 HOUSES ONLY Don’t miss out
Reservations: 892-6882 or 6887 or catering@spyc.org Because of the time involved to build the houses there will be no last minute add-on’s or walk-in’s!
Join us for the 2nd Annual
Christmas Boutique Luncheon
Tuesday, Dec. 1st at 12noon
Join us for lunch before the shopping begins!
$20++
/per guest
Menu
Spinach Salad with Strawberries, Red Onions, & Poppyseed Dressing Mediterranean Chicken with Calamata Olives, Roasted Tomatoes, Crumbled Feta & Lemon Butter Wine Reduction Orzo Pasta & Chef’s Selection of Vegetables Warm Rolls & Butter Peppermint Ice Cream with Chocolate Sauce & Christmas Cookie (Seating is limited and reservations are required: 727-892-6882 or catering@spyc.org) Organized by Salty Sisters and SPYC Woman’s Club To Benefit SPYC Junior Sailing Programs (Attention Members: the Ladies Card Room will not be available on Tuesday, 12/1/15, due to the Christmas Boutique)
SPYC Annual Lighting of the Yachts
Come join us on Saturday, December 5, 2015 at the Main Docks Downtown
5pm Social, bring a snack to share 6pm Lighting of the Yachts
COMING SOON! An Evening at the Straz Center! We are gearing up for some NEW & Exciting monthly excursions beginning January 2016. Sign up NOW if you are interested in attending group functions to the Straz Center in Tampa, and would like us to send you information when those events come available. Excursions would include shows such as Broadway, Theater, Dance, Ballet, and Opera. To be added to the "Straz Center Group Event List," please contact the Member Services Coordinator-Leah Wieter, at member.services@spyc.org -or- call 727.892.6893
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Monthly Events at the Club OCT. ENTERTAINMENT IN THE HERITAGE LOUNGE TUES. - THURS.: 7:30PM FRIDAY & SATURDAY: 8:00PM October 6-17....... Green Flash
October 20-24..... Royz Band October 27-31..... DAZZLER
TRIVIA NIGHT
Family Night
Downtown at 7pm:
Wednesday, October 14th
$14++ per person Tuesday through Friday Selections Change Monthly
Pass-a-Grille at 5:30pm:
OCT. 6-9 Sweet corn bisque with Cajun popcorn • Carolina ground turkey sliders on toasted buttery buns with southern style Cole slaw, smoked tomato jam and crispy jo joe
Regatta Room · $10++ Reservations: 727-892-6882 Sunday, October 18th PAG Reservations: 727-360-1646
OCT 13-19 Cherry tomato and hatch chili pepper salad • Preserved lemon vinaigrette • Pride of New Mexico chicken posole with dirty rice and fire roasted chilies
WINE SOCIETY
TIKI HUT ENTERTAINMENT Friday October 2nd: 5 PM - 7 PM : Steve Mullis 7 PM - 10 PM : Steve Mullis Friday October 9th: 5 PM - 7 PM : Craig Singleton 7 PM - 10 PM : Pat Best Friday October 16th: 5 PM - 7 PM : Steve Mullis 7 PM - 10 PM : Roy Solo Friday October 23rd: 5 PM - 7 PM : Craig Singleton 7 PM - 10 PM : Pat Best Friday October 30th: 5 PM - 7 PM : Pat Best 7 PM - 10 PM : Craig Singleton
Downtown: Oct. 15th
Cuvaison Winery, Carneros Call: 727.822.3873
PAG: Wed. Oct. 21st Call: 727.360.1646 Reservations Required
Non Wine Society Guests Welcomed - $25
OCT. 20-23 Endive and arugula leaves, tomato vinaigrette and shaved parmesan Lasagna Milanese, sweet sausage pork and basil scented Milanese sauce
OCT. 27-30 Monterey jack cheese soup with fresh cilantro • Baja fish tacos • Flash fried soft tortillas lime aioli and Baja slaw
MONTHLY INSPIRATIONAL QUOTE
BIRTHDAY BASH!! Wednesday, Nov. 18th
6pm • $17++ /per guest
Reservations: 727-892-6882
“The will to win, the desire to succeed, the urge to reach your full potential.... t hese are the keys that will unlock the door to personal excellence.” - Confucius
July & August 2015
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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 (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 October 2015
Hours of Operation: Downtown:
Commodore Room:
Clubhouse Open (Tues. – Sunday): 7:00am
Closed for Renovation-Opening Soon
Grille 1909: Lunch: Tuesday - Saturday, 11:30am - 2:00pm Dinner: Tuesday - Sunday, 5:30pm - 9:30pm (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: 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
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