Membership Newsletter
July/August 2018
Smooth Sailing
Anniversary of the The 50th Year & Gaol lSdoen l” Race to Mexico! “Regata del Sol
IN THIS ISSUE: On the Water News • Clubs Within the Club Membership Highlights • Upcoming Events & Holiday Functions 1
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COMMODORE’S LOG Chapter 8 As most of you know, the 50th Year Anniversary of the Regata del Sol al Sol took place on April 26th - May 4th in Isla Mujeres, Mexico. The fleet consisted of 30 plus boats, and it was the first time in the history of the race that all boats have completed 456 miles in less than 46 hours. Congratulations, to our “First to Finish” vessel “Merlin” owned by SPYC member, Chip Merlin. (Please see pages 5-7 for the race results and some wonderful photos.) My wife and I took part in the festivities and enjoyed our week long stay in Isla Mujeres. It is truly a beautiful island with friendly people and fabulous island food. I recommend this fun trip to all our members. Many thanks again to our Race Committee, and in particular George and Beth Pennington, for a job well done. It doesn’t seem possible, but the 4th of July is just around the corner. Our Downtown Clubhouse will be serving a fabulous dinner buffet starting at 6:00 pm which includes a DJ, dancing, photo booth, and face painting (the kids will love it!). At sunset, witness the traditional Flag Ceremony, followed by the Nauti Cats patriotic songs in the Compass Room; then enjoy the fireworks from the pool deck, Waterfront, and Harborview rooms. I look forward to seeing all of you for this great family get together. If you are at the beach during July 4th, our Beach Club features a wonderful Beach Club Buffet. Additionally, mark your calendars for the Dueling Piano Show on July 21st this event will no doubt be sold out! For a reservation contact the Catering office.
Later this month, the FCYC General Meeting is taking place at the Carlouel Yacht Club, a perfect opportunity to interact with other Yacht Club members from around the state. If you would like to attend an upcoming FCYC meeting, please RSVP to our Member Services Coordinator at 727-892-6893. Recently, we started hosting monthly Culinary Cuisine and Beverage Mixology Demonstrations. These events have become quite popular with our members, and are fun to attend. What a great way to learn new recipes and different cooking techniques that produce mouthwatering results! In conclusion, please be reminded that our Annual Shutdown will begin at the end of this month; Downtown Clubhouse closed July 23rd - 30th and Pass-a-Grille Clubhouse is closed from July 31st August 15th. See you around the Club,
Joseph W. Klingel, Commodore
The Mission of St. Petersburg Yacht Club is to encourage and support yachting, and provide a comfortable social environment for our members and guests, while preserving and enhancing the Club’s traditions and prestige.
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In December of 2017, the Membership Committee voted to reach out to former members who left the SPYC, in good standing, and entice them to rejoin their Club family, again. With three e-blasts and one post card mailing, letting them know of the reduced Initiation Fee and pro-rated dues structure, over 80 former members applied for reinstatement prior to the program deadline on May 31, 2018! We are pleased to welcome these reinstated members and to have them experience our Club, and the positive changes made over the past few years. SPYC BY-LAWS UPDATE: April of 2018, the SPYC Board of Directors voted unanimously to accept Domestic Partners into the Club. After many years of only accepting married couples and single individuals for membership, the SPYC has made a positive move into a new day. With over 59% of the population of St. Petersburg “unmarried”, we now have a new pool of qualified prospective members. This also means if you have a domestic partner/significant other, he/she can now “join” your membership by going through the standard membership process (requires an application, credit check, and final vote by the Executive Committee and Board). Afterwards, he/she will be issued their own membership card and parking sticker. If you would like to know more about this designation, for yourself or for a prospective member, please contact Susan Robertson - Director of Membership at 727-892-6888 or email membership@spyc.org.
*REMINDER - ANNUAL SHUTDOWN DATES* Downtown Clubhouse: Monday, July 23 – Monday, July 30 Re-opens Tuesday, July 31
Pass-a-Grille Clubhouse: Tuesday, July 31 – Wednesday, August 15 Re-opens Thursday, August 16
Save the Date
SPYC’s Annual Member Appreciation Event will be on Sunday, October 21st from 3:30-5:30 pm.
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Welcome CLUB MEMBERSHIP Bill Waters Membership Chairman Susan Robertson Director of Membership/Marketing
New Members ACTIVE: Ms. Kristin Boomhower
ACTIVE BOAT OWNER: Mr. and Mrs. James Fredlake Mr. Pedro Hernandez Mr. and Mrs. John Weber NON-RESIDENT: Mrs. Barbara Hildebrand/Mr. Gerald Stone Mr. and Mrs. Keith Cyzen Mr. and Mrs. Kurt Johnson Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey White INTERMEDIATE: Mr. James “Jimmy” Briggs Ms. Greer Wattson Ms. LeeAnna Avila & Mr. Ryan McDermott Ms. Bailee McQueen JUNIOR: Mr. Scott Gramling, Jr. Mr. Joshua McQueen REINSTATE: Ms. Nancy Ammon Dr. and Mrs. Luis Martinez Dr. Herbert Rest Mr. and Mrs. Winston Cox Mr. and Mrs. Charles Mudd Mr. & Mrs. Robert & Joyce Torris Ms. Mary Shuh Ms. Jaleen Hartney Dr. Colleen Kennedy & Mr. Thomas Conway Mr. and Mrs. Adib Mastry Mr. and Mrs. Michael Stewart Mr. and Mrs. Kevin Martin Mr. and Mrs. Tom Hansen Mrs. Priscilla Brennan Mr. Rand Valentin & Ms. Donna Eaton Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Head Mr. William Schlenker Mr. Norman Russick Dr. and Mrs. William Hunter Mr. and Mrs. William Dudley Mr. Steven Koch & Ms. Susan Leduc Mr. and Mrs. Tom Shaurette Dr. David Thrush Mr. and Mrs. Frederick Cotsakis PROPOSERS: The Club relies on our members’ proposals and we thank you for your support! Scott Gramling, Sr. Ms. Betty Hurley Mr. Richard Ware Mrs. Joy Rudnicki Ms. Wendy Reuss Mr. Robert Charles Mr. Michael Sharples Mr. Arturo Rios
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Membership DISCOUNTS & REFERRAL INCENTIVES
The Legacy Program offers a year round 50% reduction on all levels of initiation fees to Children, Grandchildren, Parents, Grandparents and Siblings only. Proposer must be a full Active member and the immediate family member of the prospective member.
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Membership
APPLIES TO RESIDENTS WHO ONLY WANT ACCESS TO THE PAG CLUB. AVAILABLE TO THE FIRST TWENTY (20) NEW MEMBERS WHO APPLY OR UNTIL PAG POOL OPENS. (INITIATION FEE INCREASES TO $1,500 AFTER POOL OPENS.)
Initiation Fee: $800 (PLUS TAX) Annual Dues: $1, 500 (PLUS TAX)
PASS-A-GRILLE MEMBERSHIP INCLUDES: Unlimited use of the restaurant/bar/terrace facility at Pass-a-Grille. Use of the Clubhouse Pool. Invitation to social events at the Pass-a-Grille location. Transient slip rental and priority slip rental based upon availability. Complimentary Meeting/Banquet Facility space – Member pricing on food and beverage.
(Other incentives do not apply.)
HAVE YOU REFERRED A NEW MEMBER LATELY? If not, then you might be missing out on a sweet referral bonus!
Pass-a-Grille Membership does not include: Access to the SPYC Downtown Clubhouse, Docks, Clubs Within the Club, the Sailing Center, Snell Isle Marina, reciprocity with SPCC or the FCYC clubs. No discount will be offered on Diesel Fuel & gasoline at the Downtown Club Docks or Snell Isle Marina.
Refer a Full Active, Intermediate, or Non-Resident member and you could be rewarded with up to $500 in food & beverage certificates.
For information, contact the Membership Director at 727-892-6888.
SECTION 19. PASS-A-GRILLE MEMBERSHIPS. Pass-A-Grille Membership in the St Petersburg Yacht Club shall be by invitation only, and shall be available, subject to any regulations and/or restrictions imposed by the Board of Directors of the Club, to individuals who are not currently members of the St. Petersburg Yacht Club nor any past member whose membership expired within 24 months of application. Such membership shall be non-voting, and such members' use of Club facilities shall be limited to the facilities at Pass-A-Grille only, with no rights of reciprocity with other clubs in the Florida Council of Yacht Clubs, nor clubs within the Club that regularly meet at the Downtown Club, nor shall such members be eligible to serve on committees nor the Board of Directors.
By “Land or Sea” we hope you will be able to join us in the near future at an FCYC meeting. You will enjoy delicious food, gracious hospitality, good entertainment and gain informative and worthwhile information at the Directors Meeting (visitors welcome).
FLORIDA COUNCIL OF
Yacht Clubs Dedicated to Promote Fair Boating Laws and Safer Waterways for The Boating Public
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Updated Dates for Future FCYC Meetings July 21, 2018 – Carlouel Yacht Club September 8, 2018 – Halifax River Yacht Club November 10, 2018 – Bradenton Yacht Club January 12, 2019 – ST. PETERSBURG YACHT CLUB *Visit www.floridacouncilofyachtclubs.com for details on upcoming meetings. To attend, RSVP with the SPYC Member Services Coordinator at 727-892-6893 or member.services@spyc.org.*
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The 50th Anniversary was off to a great start with 30 entries and over 250 people attending the wonderful Buffet at the Bon Voyage Party on April 27, 2018. The registration and seminars that were held earlier in the day, ran very smoothly due to the wonderful preparations that were made by the Regatta Committee.
There are eight Special Awards and 2-3 Amigos Regata Awards given out each year. These are:
The 30 entered vessels were at the starting line, Cut C range markers, on April 28th. Good winds at the start carried them out into the Gulf, where there was a brief lapse in the wind. It came back up again in the late afternoon and everyone was well on their way by dark. Only one vessel, Anthie, skippered by George Alexiou, did not make it to the finish; having to return to home port due to engine problems. However, he, his crew and guests flew to Isla Mujeres. All others sailed on to the Island, with 3 not finishing the race under sail.
3.Overall Spinnaker Class Winner-Merlin-Chip Merlin
This race had the best weather! The kind that has not been seen for many years and the record for the first boat to finish, called elapsed time, was broken, which also set a new record for the Spinnaker Class. The first record of note was in 2005 with the Vessel Patriot skippered by Mike Rush with a time of 1 day, 22 hours, 17 minutes, and 10 seconds. The vessel Merlin, with Chip Merlin at the helm, has captured the new record for 2018: 1 day, 21 hours, 24 minutes, and 00 seconds.
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All of the island events, Skipper Navigators Reception by the Lima Family and Isla Mujeres Mayor’s Reception, were well attended with at least one representative from each vessel, most having more. Poker Run and Rum Party was hosted by Las Hamacas (the Hammocks) at a new bar at the north end of the island. A wonderful time was had by all with a band playing and poker cards being turned in. Commodore Klingel and Past Commodores-Bryant, Birkenstock, Schoenberg, Winning, and their wives attended and Deuel with his daughters-Tracy and Leslie. General Manager-Marc Reydams and wife, Brigitte, also attended. Other groups who attended were the families and friends of the Skippers and Crew, and a contingency of race followers consisting of Club members and others who wanted to celebrate the 50th Anniversary with us. A valiant effort was made by our team, the “Gringos”, in the traditional basketball game and the “locals” came out on top (or so we thought!?) with the final score of 4426. We found out later that this year’s team was actually composed of players from the National Basketball Championship Winners of Mexico. That being said, a score of 44-26 was a pretty decent one for our“Gringos”. Our team was coached by Hank Brautigam and a couple crew members from the vessel Defy the Odds and Impossible Dream. Our Cheerleaders, headed by Sue Brautigam, did a wonderful job, even doing a routine that she taught them in five minutes. This group was made up of wives and friends of the vessels.
1.First to Finish-Merlin-Chip Merlin 2.Overall Winner on Corrected Time-After You-John Gardner 4.Overall Cruiser Winner-After You-John Gardner 5.Friendship Trophy-Sky-Johannes Helsen 6.Sportsmanship Award – Elizabeth and George Pennington 7.Best Finish New Entry-Revenge-Lee Burstiner 8.Most Participation-Midnight Sun-Blaise Pierson & 1st Non-Spinnaker 9. 1st Place- Nereid-Robert Freeland 10. 2nd Place-Impossible Dream-William Rey & 1st Multihull 11. 3rd Place-Revenge-Lee Burstiner Race Results can be viewed on the Yacht Scoring website through SPYC website at spyc.org. Would like to take this opportunity to thank our wonderful SponsorsJoule Yacht Transport, Prism Yarn, JWS, Sailors Wharf, Coral Reef Sailing Apparel, Southwinds, Penn-Starr, & Friends of Isla which is a group of our Race Committee and their Friends, Island Sponsors-Cabanas Maria Del Mar, Hotel Villa Kin, Rocamar, and Playa Media de Luna. We are proud to recognize the 2018 “Regata del Sol al Sol” Regatta Committee members- Selga Sakss -Secretary; Stewart Ahman -Regatta Apparel; Larry Wissing -Communications & Weather; Joy Wissing -Island Gifts; Mary Lavash -Regatta Apparel; Jeannie O’Grady -Island Activities; Gene Collins -Marketing; Gerry Douglas -Media & Regatta Strategy; Kitty Hooper -Facebook; Bjorn Hooper -Website; John Gardner & Pat Gardner -Marketing; Ron Kinney and Holanda Manzano -Registration, Chris Bergstrom -Media & City Relations; Kathy Ahern and Barbara Mehaffey -SPYC Activities; Stan Mehaffey -Official Photographer; Judy Higham- At Large & Assistant Scorer; Fred Higham -Assistant Island Activities. George Pennington -Principal Race Officer; Elizabeth Pennington -Event Chair.
Photos Courtesy of: SPSC & SPYC Member, Stan Meheffay.
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1) Chip Merlin & Crew of the vessel “Merlin” 2) Commodore Klingel receiving the 50th Anniversary award on behalf of SPYC 3) Winner of the Poster Contest - Ana Paula Perez Martinez 4) Mi Sueno -Holando Manzano & Ron Kinney - 3rd Overall Cruising Class & 2nd in Cruising C 5) Mune Quita - Martin Zonnenberg 2nd in Cruising B 6) Commodore Klingel reading the proclimation from St. Petersburg to Isla Mujeres 7) Mesmeriah- Frank Mann - placed 3rd in Cruising C Division 8) Nereid -3rd in Spinnaker B 9) Seabourne caught in the Sunset 10) Impossible Dream - Multihull Class 11) Vessel After You 12) The Ladies of the Regata 13) George Pennington, PC Bob Birkenstock, Enrique Lima, Commodore Klingel, Mayor of Isla Mujeres & Beth Pennington 14) Award recipients at the Mayor’s Reception 15) Vessel SKY 16) Penningtons receiving award at Recognition of Participation Ceremony 17) Beth Pennington at the Headquarter table 18) Kathy Ahern, Judy & Fred Higham at the Headquarter table 19) Award recipients at the Recognition for Participation Ceremony 20) Inside the Skipper Navigator party 21) PC Fred Deuel in attendance 22) Mayors Reception Commissioner -City Council 23) Checking in after Poker Run 24) Basketball Cheerleaders 25) At the Basketball Game 26) The Salties in attendance
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Pusser’s Rum Cup Ted Irwin Memorial 2018 by Beth Pennington April 6 – 7, 2018 ~ SPYC hosted this event which had 35 entrants on the starting line in Spinnaker, Cruising, and Sonar Classes; two Divisions in Spinnaker and Cruising Class. Good winds gave the sailors wonderful sailing conditions and all vessels finished early enough so that no one was on the water when a squall line came through. Grant Dumas on Warrior and Eric Lopez on Wasabi took first and second in the Spin A class, and Warrior also won the Ted Irwin Memorial Trophy. Hall Palmer skippering One-Up finished in third place in Spinnaker B. Mi Sueño took the first-place honors in Cruising A with Holanda Manzano and Ron Kinney, and After You placed second in Cruising B under the direction of John Gardner. Thank you to the Race Committee for an excellent day on the water: Barbara Shaffer, Selga Sakss, Judy & Fred Higham, and George & Beth Pennington officiating from Baby Doll Too VI. For all results go to spyc.org and click on Sailing then Regattas. July/August 2018
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April 12 – 15, 2018 ~ Suncoast Raceweek is typically a 3-day distance event, travelling from Yacht Club to Yacht Club with different race venues each year. The Clubs involved are the Bradenton YC, Davis Island YC, and SPYC. Many years ago, it involved many more clubs and 5 days of racing. This year the weather for the weekend was very unpredictable and because the race organizers did not want anyone put in harm’s way, the race was shortened to 2 days. The first race began at the Davis Island YC with excellent winds which allowed the race committee to send the Spinnaker and Racer Cruiser Classes on a 21.3-mile course, and the Cruisers on Eric Lopez,Wasabi, SPYC; Unknown, Lisa Arata, J-Hawk, SPYC; Charles a 15.5-mile course. Due to the length, all vessels finished in close proximity to each Mixxon, Red Sky, SSS; Mark Requa, Prime Plus, SPSA; Susan, Intrepid, DIYC. other. Day 2 found similar winds, however slightly shorter courses were provided to allow the sailors to get their boats to safe harbor due to the reports of threatening weather. The 3rd race having been cancelled on Sunday previously, was fortuitous since there were many thunderstorms, waterspouts and small tornadoes around the area. The first five places in Spinnaker A Class were won by SPYC members, Wasabi-Lopez/Rosen, Warrior-Dumas, Tack Tick-Siedlecki, Silver Surfer-Ford, and Pigs with no Purpose-Lon Ethington. Spinnaker B found J-HawkArata, Sr. in first place, Ariel-Abrams in fourth place and Abeona-Toth in fifth. Then in the Race/Cruiser Class Lunaly-Arata, Jr. came in sixth, with After You-Gardner coming in 1st in the Cruising class. David Arata, Sr. on J-Hawk tied with George Cussins on Fire & Ice for the Spinnaker Class Bonanni Winner- The tie breaker went to Fire & Ice-DIYC. Thank you to the Race Committee with Gloria Davis, Selga Sakss, Fred Higham and George & Beth Pennington. A special thank you to Henry Moore and his crew from Davis Island who supplied the start boat for the first day of the event and Henry for his assistance with the courses and the developing of the Notice of Race and Sailing Instructions. For results go to spyc.org and click on Sailing then Regattas.
SPYC Race Committee Shines by Todd Fedyszyn Here at SPYC we are very lucky to have one of the most active and highly qualified Race Committees in the country. Running everything from short one design races to long distance races across the Gulf of Mexico, our RC is busy at work almost every week doing our best to ensure our members and guests have the most high quality racing possible. In the last 12 months alone, our RC has spent over 120 days on the water running a variety of events. Last fall over a 5-week span, SPYC hosted 5 major National Championships in a row for groups such as US Sailing, the Interscholastic Sailing Association, and the Intercollegiate Sailing Association. After a short break over the holidays SPYC hosted its annual Master Driver Team Race, Valentines Day Youth Regatta, the Sailing World NOOD Regatta, the Thistle and Lightning Midwinters as well as the annual races to Cuba and Mexico. On top of the above mentioned events, SPYC hosts many more annual events on a smaller scale including team racing regattas, PHRF regattas, Disabled Regattas and the famous Friday Night Twilight Series. Our two biggest events of the year, the Valentines Day and the NOOD Regattas require staffing up to 4 courses worth of RC personnel! That’s a staggering 80 plus RC members on the water per event. Add on top of that another 20-30 shore side team members, and we are looking at well over 100 RC members per event!! RC members are not only giving up a couple hours to be on the water helping out, they are frequently giving up entire weekends, and sometimes even a full week of their time to ensure that SPYC continues to lead the way with the best Race Management in the country. The willingness of our RC to fill roles such as mark boat operator, timer, flags, recorder, judge and PRO are what allows the SPYC RC team to shine. With no one role more important than the other, it is the hours of dedication that each member has put in over the years that allow SPYC to continually be the best. If you are interested in joining the SPYC RC Team, please look for more information regarding this around the first of September from our Regatta General, George Pennington and/or SPYC Race Director, Todd Fedyszyn. 8
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Over the weekend of April 26-29, six SPYC Opti sailors made the trek to Miami to compete in the USODA Optimist Team Trials Regatta. Sailed on the beautiful waters of Biscayne Bay, 224 sailors qualified to participate in the event at a number of regional qualifiers throughout the year.
Over the long Memorial Day weekend in May, the SPYC Opti Team traveled to the Davis Island YC to compete in the annual Schools Out Regatta. In the Opti RWB division Kate Danielson was our top performer finishing in 2nd overall and 1st in Blue Fleet. Kate was followed by Competition was tough over the course of the 8 race series Sebastian Spinelli Sax in 3rd, Bella Shakespeare in 4th, with a large number of sailors earning black flag penalties Dorothy Mendelblatt in 5th, Julia Conneely in 6th and for being over the starting line early. Our SPYC sailors did Ainsley Braun in 9th. Also competing for SPYC in the RWB a nice job of staying out of trouble on the start line and put division were Taylor Brown, Rosie Simpson, John Hartney up some excellent individual results. Our top performers (1st White Fleet), Ava Shakespeare, Sidney Moyer, and were Bella Shakespeare and Sebastian Spinelli Sax Alex Imensek. finishing in 76th and 77th place overall. Also making the On the Opti Green Fleet course our younger sailors trip to Miami were Dorothy Mendelblatt, Sidney Moyer, continued to show good progress putting up a strong finish and Kate Danielson. in the tough conditions brought by Tropical Storm Alberto. Based on their results at Team Trials, both Bella and Competing in the Green Fleet were Andrei Imensek, Reece Dorothy qualified to represent the USA at the British Ellis, Sophia Fuller, Ryder Ellis, Reid Mendelblatt, Adam National Opti Championship in Wales this August, and Mendelblatt, Cole Rogers, Jad Aberdabo, Wesley Wood, Sebastian qualified to represent the USA at the Flanders Brady Moyer, Sean Silverthorne, and Thomas Guilford. Youth Regatta in Belgium.
The SPYC Summer Learn to Sail Program is in full swing. If you are still looking for activities for your young ones, check out our programs at www.sailstpete.org.
Yachting Information by Donna Sue Marks, Yachting Information Chairperson As Regatta Season closes, a big “thank you” for participation, support, and continued enthusiasm to our Junior and Adult Sailing, Yachting, Power Boating and On-shore activities. World Sailing confirmed the Sailing Events for the Paris 2024 Summer Olympic Games. The events include Men’s Laser, Women’s Laser Radial, Women’s Skiff- 49erFX, Men’s Skiff 49er, Mixed Two Person Multihull- Nacra17, and Men’s & Women’s Windsurfer. Three new events; Mixed One Person Dinghy, Mixed Two Person Dinghy and Mixed KiteBoarding. Specifics on the new events and equipment is yet to be determined. Para World Sailing - In January 2019, the Paris 2024 Paralympic Sports Program will be announced. Pan American Games 2019 - Lima, Peru July 26 – August 11, 2019. Sailing is August 3-10. Qualifiers as part of the selection process include Miami, Fl. for Windsurfers, Lasers, Laser Radial, 49erX – Women, &Nacra 17. Mixed Snipes out of Ft. Lauderdale and the Lightning at the Buffalo Canoe Club. Davis Island YC is hosting the Sunfish Qualifier in March of 2019 – Dr. David Mendelblatt is registered. This is an open entry event. Snipe and Kiteboarding are also Open Entries. Youth Olympic Games- USA Qualifies for the Youth Olympic Games in North American Windsurfing Championship, Cancun, Mexico last week. In the RS-X Men Fleet Geronimo Nores from Miami and Maverick Putnam, Clearwater in Techno293 Class qualified the USA. Congratulations to our Florida Sailors. The RS-X Women Fleet Farrah Hall a 2012 Olympian from Annapolis, MD was 2nd and qualified the USA for the Pan American Games. Finally, World Sailing will hold their Annual Meeting in Sarasota, Florida, October 27th – November 4th, 2018. Go to sailing.org for additional information. The days pass happily with me wherever my ship sails – Joshua Slocum July/August 2018
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Charlotte & Steve Miller Pink Shell
Debbie & Kevin Hopper South Seas
In April (4/20-4/22), the Cruising Fleet made a trip to Venice Yacht Club where we enjoyed a poolside cookout, a little shopping, lots of lounging, some Mah Jongg and a little rum tasting. Thanks to Ed & Isabel Hanna, our Port Directors for this monthly cruise. In May (5/3-5/19), the Fleet returned from our annual two-week Commodore’s Cruise where we were Feelin’ Nauti! We did some of the usual (rides on bikes, dinghys and trolleys), and of course some shopping, competitive games with coveted prizes, some great dinners, movie night, more occasions to don some hats, play in the sand, AND enjoy some libations! The weather was fabulous and so is our group! We made more friends, and gained only a few more pounds. Thanks to everyone for all the great memories, and Corrine & Ken St Jean special thanks to the Port Directors who made it all happen: Sarasota YC • Angela & Brian Kowalik – Kickoff & Naples Sailing & Yacht Club •
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At our next Dinner Meeting/Program, Naval Submarines will be presented by our very own Wally Guthrie, a retired Rear Admiral who served on a Navy Fleet Ballistic Missile submarine. We will also sign-up for our September Cruise to Tampa Yacht Club at that time. And since there is no monthly meeting in August, we’ll have an ad-hoc cruise instead and our meetings will resume in September. Inquire or sign-up for our events on the SPYC Website, Cruising Fleet page. Looking forward to seeing more of you on the water…. July Program Naval Sumbarines
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Flying Club Our April and May meetings were well attended and we welcomed new members at a more informal dinner meeting. We did not miss out on cross table aeronautical chatter or storytelling. For younger, newer pilots, the tales of the “old and bold” were interesting - if not hair-raising.....often accompanied by a chorus of “well, you wouldn’t get away with that now”, for which we are glad! One of the great things about living in Florida is the weather, and in reality this refers to no snow like the North, we all know (and avoid). Some of our pilots are snow birds know flying in cold inclement weather brings challenges: dense clouds, low temperatures, ice and storms that limit the fun days. However, on a recent trip North I had a chance to fly (note - fly, not pilot) along the Hudson Valley and over the Catskill’s. The day was cold, but clear blue as far as you could see. It had its own beauty as we flew low over dense woodland, still bereft of foliage, and it was amazing what you could see exposed below, such as mansions and monuments I never knew existed.
Flying Club Dinner Meeting Russ Savila, Andy Evans, Juan Leon, Ron & Rita Bernot, Sandy & Pete Privitera, Tracy & Eunice Livingston
Counter to this is the fact that now summer is upon us, our aircraft can get very uncomfortable baking in the Florida sun; none more so than left sitting on the ramp in Marathon or Fort Myers. Here the debate runs between high wing versus low wing but, in the end, hot is hot and hopefully the aircon works and ATC finally gives you permission to depart - the heat making a five minute hold seem like hours. There was another great air show at McDill in May, with fabulous close ups with F18’s, F22’s and A10’s plus an assortment of military hard ware. This annual free show connects public, pilots, and the military as well as some great flying demonstrations we got to witness - the always spectacular Blue Angels, demonstrating the very pinnacle of Naval Aviation.
Flying up the Hudson
Our next meeting will be at the Downtown Club, provisionally the 2nd Sunday of the month. However, I will email everyone with updates near the date. Wheels Up!
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Congratulations to our sailors who represented the Salty Sisters on April 9th in the 2018 Rainbow Regatta. First Place in the IODs - Nancy Kadau, Carol Hansen, Marti Cochran, Donna Papa, Iris Mastry, and Kristina Thyree. First Place in the Clearwater Prams – Tove Kullman, Dee Gill, Renee Athey, and Lori Leadbetter. Tove Kullman won the overall Master’s Trophy for the Clearwater Prams. Sue Davidson represented the Salties in her Sunfish.
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The Broad Reachers have been busy the past few months. Training for the Rainbow Regatta, racing, sailing for fun. We are very proud of our team of sailors who represented us this year at Rainbow. Sarah Richards, Barbara Watson, Gwen Mann, Debbie Walcutt, and Heather LaLanne. Barbara Watson made us proud by taking the First Place IOD Master’s Trophy!!! For anyone who would like to learn to sail a Pram or just have some fun on Saturdays, the Broad Reachers are for you! Please contact Carol Hansen at carol@dband1.com for more information.
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IOD Master’s Winner Barbara Watson
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Pram Master’s Winner Tove Kullman
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Our last 2017-2018 program in May featured our own Bev Eddins who demonstrated some techniques and styles in contemporary floral arrangements. In April, we passed the Book Group baton from Shirley Barbel to Sue Bettencourt, and the Golf Group had their end of season tournament. Now that the summer is here, some of our members have headed north while the rest of us continue to enjoy beautiful Florida and our active Interest Groups happenings.
Shirley and the Book Group
Golf Group
During the summer, we continue having fun with our Travel Group Dine-Arounds on the 2nd Wednesday, and meeting up for Trivia at the Club on the 3rd Wednesday, until our programs resume in September. Bridge and Mah-Jongg continue weekly on Tuesdays and Thursdays, respectfully, and our Book Group meets each month as usual. We even get together for some Bingo every month at the Pass-a-Grille location. Meanwhile, we’re also busy planning some great programs for the coming year and our new Directory is going to print with all your beautiful pictures so it will be ready for you when our program meetings resume in September. Want to enjoy a delightful evening with your fellow woman’s club members? Plan to join us at one of our ever popular summer Dine Arounds (to attend, contact Pat Seifried seafreed@aol. com at least 2 business days prior to any of the following):
Woman’s Club Interest Groups Book Group Facilitator: Sue Bettencourt Jul 18: Sing Unburied Sing by Jesmyn Ward Aug 22: The Thin Man by Dashiell Hammett Meets the 4th Wed each month (except Jul, & Dec) Social time: 5:00 pm / Discussion: 5:30 – 6:30 Contact: snbettencourt88@gmail.com Bridge Group Facilitator: Joyce Sterrett Meets every Tues @ 1:00 pm in the Bridge Room. [Lunch @ 12:00 optional] Contact: joycesterrett@aol.com
Mah Jongg Facilitator: Carolyn Rehberger Lessons are regularly offered for new players. Meets every Thurs @ 1:00 pm [Lunch @ noon optional] Contact: sicar6@gmail.com or 727-895-8243 Travel Group Facilitator: Pat Seifried Meets 2nd Wednesday of every month (times and dates may vary) Jul 11: Dine-Around – Café Ponte Jul 18: Trivia @ SPYC Aug 8: Dine-Around – The Pearl Aug 15: Trivia @ SPYC Contact: seafreed@aol.com
Sunshine Facilitator: Sondra Seay-Frisbie Golf Group If someone is ill or could use Currently on hiatus for cheering up the summer Contact: Meets each Fri Oct 15 thru May sondra.seay@gmail.com 15, 8:30 am for 9:00 am tee time at Cypress Links [Please note – these are subject to change each month] Membership in the Woman’s Club is required to participate in the Interest Group activities.
• July 11 – Café Ponte 6 pm • Aug 8 – The Pearl 6 pm Come and see what you are missing!!! New & returning members are always welcome—to become a member or renew your membership, contact our Membership Chair, Debbie Walcutt (knoticaly@hotmail.com) or 321-437-6695. The Mission of the Woman’s Club is to embrace new friendships, promote social activities and increase women’s involvement in the SPYC.
Saltwater Anglers by Capt. Wayne Andrews
2018 SPYC Annual Fishing Tournament Approaching! Prepare yourselves, and your boats, for the Annual Fishing Tournament to be held at the Pass-a-Grille Clubhouse on Saturday, October 27th. We have a number of sponsors, so lots of prizes for everyone, and trophies for top boats. The Saltwater Anglers meet at 6:00 pm on the second Wednesday evening of every month at the Downtown Clubhouse. Please come join us at one of our next meetings on July 11th and August 8th. Sign up on SPYC.org, click on the “Clubs” tab and scroll down to Saltwater Anglers, click on the Sign Up & Contact Info Form and get on the email list.
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David Menneke & Fred Bickley -Winning Grouper, Snapper & Hogfish
Captains Buckets loaded with Fishing Tournament swag!
The Wing Shooters Society is an active group of men who enjoy the shooting sports, shotguns in particular. We meet the second Thursday of the month at 6:00 pm, followed by dinner at the Downtown Clubhouse. We shoot every Friday at different locations around Tampa Bay. The following picture represents the best part of our shooting outings. Here we are at the Lucky Pelican in Sarasota having lunch and critiquing each other’s shooting. Several of our group members preferred specialty pizzas and went to Azaros in Venice. We usually turn out 14 to 18 shooters a week.
When we approach a target stand, we have to read the instructions posted as to what to expect at that station. Here’s Steve Nicklehouse investigating what to expect. You can see the trap device that throws one of the birds in front of Steve.
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They were off to the races at the last program meeting of the year! Against the early odds, JoAnn Wood’s horse, a late favorite, won first place. No one was happier than JoAnn – no one else bet on the horse so she was truly the big winner!!
JoAnn Wood with the winning horse
Ladies were in their finest – Mary Howe won funniest Hat, Nancy Johnson’s hat was deemed the most Creative (but then, her hat’s always are), and Susie Fuller, our newest member, Won Prettiest Hat.
Here is Steve about to break a bird straight out (you can see the bird above the tree line). The instructions on the board to his right says ‘4 true pair’. A true pair is when two birds are simultaneously launched into the air and makes it more challenging. The 4 means you take the two shots four times at this station. In the end you end up shooting 100 rounds. The racers in all their finery
The group is open to all men who have had interest in shooting sports in the past, or would like to try it some Friday. You do not need any equipment, as the venues rent everything you need. If you would like participate, contact our Grand Puba, Gene Collins at genebcollins@hotmail.com.
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As many members head north and beyond over the summer, the Mah Jongg group remains strong – what would Monday be without Mah Jongg? We also have some exciting Around Town events planned for summer, so watch your email notices. Over the summer we will be planning for next season; it is already shaping up to be a fabulous year. We have a local author, a Patchington Fashion Show, a High School Choir, and Nan Colton portrayal lined-up with more to come. It isn’t too late to join the Ladies Beach Club. Membership forms are available online at SPYC.org. Just login and go to Clubs, Ladies Beach Club then Membership Form. If you would like to be part of the fun, join the Ladies Beach Club or if you haven’t renewed for 2018-2019 contact our Membership Chairwoman, Linda Christman, 727-561-0618 (Siblink@aol. com). It’s $30.00 annually and worth every penny!
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The fair-weather gods continue to bestow their blessings on the Golf Group—it was an absolutely stunning and mild day at Isla Del Sol Yacht and Country Club when we played there on May 10th. Nineteen of us formed up into five foursomes to display our awesome golf skills. While we might have missed that mark by a bit (John informed us that we suck when no one hit the green on hole #15!), we certainly posted some good scores. Most importantly, we all had a great time. In first place with -4 were Nydia Ballesteros, Bill Casey, Steve Deininger, and Tom Ritschel. Coming in second at par were Barbara Deininger, Ron Hersch, George Kinemond, and Bill Protz. Third place honors were snagged by Theresa Matthews, Jack Pykel, and Dick Vazzano with a score of +2. Dick Vazzano won closest to the line (about 18”). Susan Arsenault, Barbara Deininger, Mike McDonough, and Dave Evans won closest to the pin on the par 3’s. Afterwards we were treated to a terrific lunch in their beautiful Club, eloquently decorated for Mother’s Day…so posh! Our next meeting will be on Tuesday, July 3rd (at the Downtown Clubhouse), and the next golf outing for July we are still working on a date and location. We will also be having an outing at Top Golf in Tampa in August and guests are welcome. New members and all skill levels can find a home with the SPYC Golf Group!
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Amateur Radio Club by Barbara Watson
A huge thank you to Ralph Warmack -W4TNY, Dick MordauntAB1NI, and Steve Partridge -YC Maintenance, for raising the new antenna on the Clubhouse roof. Summer Hurricane procedure: Steve has kindly volunteered to remove the antenna. To remotely use the club radio, go to the ARC website where a member may make a reservation to remotely use the radio. Should the radio be in use it will not respond. Larry Wissing-N4MKT, was once again very involved with the Mexico Race. He shared his considerable weather knowledge and radio know how with the competitors prior to the race. Joy Wissing-KC4LAP, was also very involved with registration and helping out at Headquarters. Larry and Joy flew to Isla Mujeres where Larry continued to man the radio throughout the final days. The Mexico Race start was covered by several ham operators who patrolled the docks and assisted with last moment issues. Thanks to Chris-KJ4IFR, Marge-KJ4JSH, Lewis, BobK0UZE, Linda Potter and Barbara Watson-KN4MB, for being there. Frank Mann-KJ4ZHY, was skippering his Mesmeriah on the race and reported that the 50th celebrations in Isla Mujeres were splendid and enjoyed by all. The final ARC meeting was held May 15th in the Park View room and Dick Mordaunt-AB1NI, demonstrated the use of the Clubs amateur radio remotely from his lap top. There will be no more ARC meetings at SPYC until the Fall. However, the Monday night 5:30 pm Net will continue, so if you cannot get to your radio, then tune into Echolink on your mobile phone or iPad. Left: Frank Mann, Chris and Marge Lewis with Bob Potter
Right: Alex Booth, Marge and Chris Lewis watch Dick Mordaunt operate the Club’s Amateur Radio on his laptop.
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Rain Rain Go Away……. Unfortunately, we have only been able to sneak in a couple rides between rainstorms during the past several weeks. Our destinations were Sleepy Hollow Restaurant in Floral City, and El Maguey Restaurant in St. Petersburg. Both were great rides with wonderful food. Our Memorial Day Ride to the Florida National Cemetery to honor our Veterans was cancelled due to rain predictions. Vintage Motor Cub members George and Carol Orndorff have quite a collection of vintage cars. Many of them were purchased from California including Mercedes, Bentley, Porsches, and even a Nash Metropolitan. While at the Club one evening, George and Carol were telling me about their most recent adventure…. George said, “March 2018 found me looking for the most recent acquisition to be added to our collection. I know several reputable dealers in California and from time to time I scan their inventories. While “just looking”, I found a 1997 Porsche 933 Cabriolet. The LAST of the air-cooled 911’s. Now we began the preparation to drive the 20-year-old Cabriolet across country, never having seen or having driven it before. With assistance in California, new convertible top and services provided locally plus pre-shipped critical spare parts from St Pete; belts, tools, jumper cables and a relay… our journey began. A cross-country flight and bus ride to Monterey later we were finally face to face with our Porsche. After only one night’s sleep we started our trip headed East. Not a Cannonball Run in reverse but a chance to experience California with stops along Rt 66 and then an unexpected final dash home to be ahead of Alberto. WE MADE IT BACK! All 3300 miles of it with NO mechanical or other roadside issues. A wonderful car in both style and performance.” On another note, although I’ve enjoyed my time as Chairman, as of this issue I will be turning over the responsibilities of Social Chairman of the VMC. I’ll be doing a lot of traveling for the remainder of this year but, hope to see you at some gatherings and this years Vintage Motor Classic. However, some great news, as George and Carol Orndorff have volunteered as CoChairmen!! Maybe they’ll write more about their fabulous trip down Rt 66. MARK YOUR CALENDARS: Next VMC event - July 29th, Sunday Brunch at the Beach Club. We’re meeting at 12:30 pm – Brunch at 1:00 pm. Bring your vintage car and invite some prospective club members to join! RSVP BY JULY 23rd directly to the Beach Club and ask for the “Car Club table” (727-360-1646). (Please indicate if you are bringing a vintage car and need a parking place.) Remember, you don’t have to own a vintage car to join our club … you just need to enjoy them!
Norm and Bob arriving at Sleepy Hollow Restaurant in Floral City
The Riders Club would like to welcome its’ two newest members: Ted Henter has an extensive riding history beginning in his youth, and evolving into a professional racing career with the Harley Racing Team during the 1970’s. Among many others, Ted has raced at Daytona and Taladega. Our Riders Club has thoroughly enjoyed Ted’s stories of his life in racing and his vast experience with motorcycles. In 1978 after an auto accident in England, which left Ted blind and unable to ride, Ted turned to competitive waterskiing and went on to found Henter-Joyce, which developed the JAWS program (synthetic speech software for the sight impaired) in 1995. Bart Franey was looking forward to a new challenge and found it with our Riders Club. Bart is new to riding and is currently renting different motorcycle models to gain experience and find that special fit. Bart rode a jet black Indian motorcycle as a kid with his Uncle, and never forgot the experience. He hopes to relive that special time by riding an Indian again soon. Bart used to build and race gas powered go carts on dirt tracks as a teenager. In later life He turned to boating, learning to sail and Captain power boats, eventually owning and living on a DeFever 49 for five years. Bart is retired from his career in the medical products industry and looks forward to joining us on a ride soon. Our meetings are held the 3rd Tuesday of each month at 6:15 pm at the Downtown Club. Join our next meetings scheduled for July 17th and August 21st.
President…............... Wayne Bond Vice President…....... Ray Noyes Secretary…............... Douglas Freedle
wbond@dwightdarby.com noyescrew@aol.com janusfla@tampabay.rr.com
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Traveling Burgees! James & Alex Deininger with their friends, David Scherer & Kelsey Frederickson, visiting the Savanah Yacht Club at the Masters this year.
Dr. & Mrs. David & Amy Mendelblatt with family visiting the museum in Holland.
The Warmack’s at Bran Castle in Romania... May 2018, in search of Dracula.
Mr. & Mrs. Guarcello recently visited the Coliseum in Rome, Italy, along with their son who is a new SPYC member.
SPYC Cruising Fleet member, Bob Merriman (right), visited the Holy Land in March 2018 in Capernaum, on the Sea of Galilee, with friend Rob Wood (left) of Cashers, NC. This Yacht Club dates to the 1st Century.
Don McCreary and family celebrated his 80th birthday by sailing a 47 ft. Catamaran out of Road Town, Tortola, British Virgin Islands - Don was Skipper for the week. In the picture: Don McCreary (center holding burgee), son-in-law, Josh and Nicole Weber, Don’s daughter (left of Don), Don’s wife, Sandy (right of Don), and the four Weber grandchildren.
Carolann & K.C. Haffey at Waikiki YC Honolulu, May 2018, during their trans-Pacific cruise from Sydney to Seattle.
John & Cyndi Deermount visiting the Galapagos Islands.
Don & Ann Murray at the Royal Victoria Yacht Club in Victoria British Columbia, visiting their high school friend who was in their wedding party 59 years ago. SPYC members David Scherer, Elisa Waters, Bill Waters II, & Brian Bolton with friends at the Lauderdale Yacht Club, visiting for the Tortuga Music Festival. July/August 2018
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OPEN on July 4th from 11:30 am -8:30 pm
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SATURDAY 16oz Rib Eye ~ $27++
Hours of Operation: Tues & Wed: CLOSED Mon, Thurs, Fri & Sat: 11:30 am - 9:30 pm (Menu available until 9:00 pm)
23 Mah Jongg 1:00 pm
One lb Crab Legs ~ $27++
Happy Hour 4 -7 pm
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Bloody Mary Bar & Brunch 11 am-2 pm.... Your 1st Bloody Mary with Brunch is now only $1.00!
Mah Jongg 1:00 pm Happy Hour 4 -7 pm
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Happy Hour 4 -7 pm Burger Bar 6:00 - 8:30 pm Bingo 6:30 pm
One lb Crab Legs ~ $27++
7 Broad Reachers 11 am Live Music on Deck 5-8 pm
Bridge 11:30 am Happy Hour 4 -7 pm Burger Bar 6:00 - 8:30 pm
13 One lb Crab Legs ~ $27++
Bridge 11:30 am Happy Hour 4 -7 pm Burger Bar 6:00 - 8:30 pm
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Wine Society 6 pm
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Liver & Onions $18++
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20 One lb Crab Legs ~ $27++
21 Broad Reachers 11 am Live Music on Deck 5-8 pm
26 Bridge 11:30 am Happy Hour 4 -7 pm Burger Bar 6:00 - 8:30 pm
27 One lb Crab Legs ~ $27++
28 Broad Reachers 11 am Live Music on Deck 5-8 pm
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** IMPORTANT REMINDERS ** Monday, July 9th the Beach Club will only be open from 11:30 am - 2:30 pm in order for our Employees to participate in their Annual Summer Appreciation Event.
Sunday: Noon-8:00 pm ANY NIGHT ~ Enjoy a FREE Chocolate Martini when you order the Chef's Fresh Catch! Menu Available NO Wine Society Next Month in August. (Except during Sunday Brunch - last Sunday of July/August 2018 18 each month)
Downtown Clubhouse
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Clubhouse Main # (727) 822-3873 1 Cruising Fleet Cruise to Downtown SPYC/ 2nd - 5th
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Salty Sisters 11 WC Dine Around 5:30 pm Salwater Anglers 6 pm Trivia 7 pm
Riders Club 6 pm
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Sunday Brunch Buffet Grille 1909 10:30 am-1:30 pm Tiki Hut Happy Hour 3-5 pm Limited Lounge Menu after 9:30 pm
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21 Dueling Piano Show/Ballroom 7 pm FCYC Meeting Carlouel YC
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** NO FAMILY NIGHT ~ CLUB CLOSED ** 20:26 20:25 20:25 20:24
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Roasted Texas Quail (July 17 - 20) 20:28 20:28
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Lasagna de Carnival (July 10 - 13) 20:30 20:30
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Clubhouse & Lounge open at 3 pm Bash Buffet 6 pm
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*Adult Sailing Class
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Breakfast Buffet 7-9 am (Served in Bridge Room) Happy Hour 4-7 pm in Lounge Limited Lounge Menu after 9:30 pm
WEDNESDAY Breakfast Buffet 7-9 am Limited Lounge Menu after 9:30 pm
THURSDAY
Breakfast Buffet 7-9 am Captains Wines ~ 1/2 Price! Limited Lounge Menu after 9:30 pm
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Breakfast Buffet 7-9 am Tiki Hut Happy Hour 5-7 am *Prime Time Special 5:30-9:30 pm Grille 1909* Limited Lounge Menu after 9:30 pm
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Herb Grilled Chicken with Feta Cheese (July 31 - Aug. 3) 20:22
Commodore Room
** IMPORTANT REMINDER **
Piano Lounge Open Fri - Sat: 7:30-11:30 pm
NO Wine Society Next Month in August. Sunset 20:22
Breakfast Buffet 7:30-10 am Tiki Hut Happy Hour 3-5 pm *Prime Time Special 5:30-9:30 pm Grille 1909* Limited Lounge Menu after 9:30 pm
Grille 1909 Sunset 20:21
Lunch Buffet: Tues-Fri. 11:30 am -2:00 pm A La Carte Lunch: Tues-Fri. 11:30 am - 2:00 pm Dinner: Tues-Sun. 5:30-9:30 pm Sunday Brunch: 10:30 am -1:30 pm July/August 2018 19
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Happy Hour 4-7 pm Burger Bar! $8++ Ice Cream Sundae Bar only $3++ extra
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SATURDAY 16oz Rib Eye ~ $27++
Hours of Operation: Tues & Wed: CLOSED Mon, Thurs, Fri & Sat: 11:30 am - 9:30 pm (Menu available until 9:00 pm)
CLOSED ANNUAL SHUTDOWN
Mah Jongg 1:00 pm
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Bloody Mary Bar & Brunch 11 am-2 pm.... Your 1st Bloody Mary with Brunch is now only $1.00!
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September Upcoming Events (Dates subject to change) 3: Unsinkables - 6: Bingo - 17: Ladies Beach Club - 21: Wine Society 30: Bloody Mary Bar & Brunch Burger Bar continues in September every Thursday from 6:00 - 8:30 pm until September 27th! Mondays: Mah Jongg - Thursdays: Bridge - Saturdays: Broad Reachers
Sunday: Noon-8:00 pm Menu Available (Except during Sunday **ANY NIGHT ~ Enjoy a FREE Chocolate Martini when you order the Chef's Fresh Catch!** Brunch - last Sunday of July/August 2018 20 each month)
Downtown Clubhouse
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SPYC/RYC Sailing Exchange
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Riders Club 6 pm
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Breakfast Buffet 7-9 am Captains Wines ~ 1/2 Price! Limited Lounge Menu after 9:30 pm
Breakfast Buffet 7-9 am Tiki Hut Happy Hour 5-7 am *Prime Time Special 5:30-9:30 pm Grille 1909* Limited Lounge Menu after 9:30 pm
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September Upcoming Events (Dates subject to change)
4: Golf Group 8: FCYC Meeting - Halifax River YC 9: Sailing Demo & Social SPSC 12: Saltwater Anglers 13: Wing Shooters Society 18: Riders Club 19: Trivia Night 19: Woman's Club
Breakfast Buffet 7-9 am
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August Lobster Pot Night! Grille 1909 5:30 - 9:30 pm
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Limited Lounge Menu after 9:30 pm
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Chicken Pad Thai (Aug. 21 - 24) 20:03 20:02
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Herb Grilled Chicken & Feta Cheese (July 31 - Aug. 3) 20:21 2020 20:19
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20: Wine Society 21: STRAZ Group Excursion & Pre-theater Dinner 22: British Event20:21 SunsetInvasion 20:22 Sunset 27: Birthday Bash
Breakfast Buffet 7:30-10 am Tiki Hut Happy Hour 3-5 pm *Prime Time Special 5:30-9:30 pm Grille 1909* Limited Lounge Menu after 9:30 pm
Commodore Room Piano Lounge Open Fri - Sat: 7:30-11:30 pm
Grille 1909
Lunch Buffet: Tues-Fri. 11:30 am -2:00 pm A La Carte Lunch: Tues-Fri. 11:30 am - 2:00 pm Dinner: Tues-Sun. 5:30-9:30 pm Sunday Brunch: 10:30 am -1:30 pm July/August 2018 21
August Culinary Cuisine with Chef Christian Tuesday, August 28th at 3:00 pm: Attend a LIVE demonstration of this dish being prepared at the Downtown Clubhouse Kitchen. Sign-up by August 24th at 727-892-6893, or email member.services@spyc.org (limited to 10 spots, first come - first served basis).
Shrimp & Vegetable Tempura
* Featured SPECIAL ~ One Night Only! *
August Lobster Pot
Tempura batter: 1 Cup All Purpose Flour ½ Cup Rice Flour ž Cup Cornstarch 4 & 1/2 tsps. Baking Powder 12 fl. Oz. Ice Cold Club Soda Salt and freshly ground White Pepper 1 Cup Panko White unseasoned Japanese Bread crumbs 1 gal, Canola Oil *Combine all dry ingredients in one bowl (except the Rice Flour- set aside separately), whisk in Club Soda & refrigerate. Protein & Vegetables: 1 lb Jumbo Shrimp peeled, deveined, tail on, butterfly cut 12 ea. Shiitake Mushrooms 1 lb Asparagus, trimmed 12 ea. Lotus Root Slices Dipping Sauce: (Combine all ingredients & refrigerate) 1 Cup Seasoned Japanese Kewpie Mayonnaise 2 Tbsp. Sriracha Sauce 1 Fresh Ripe Mango, pureed 2 Tbsp. Fresh Cilantro, chopped 1 Lime, juice only Cooking Instructions: Heat Canola oil, roll and cover Shrimp and Vegetables in Rice Flour, then individually in Tempura Batter. Fry until crispy, remove from pan with slotted spoon and set on paper towels to rest until served.
Friday, August 24th Available in Grille 1909 | 5:30-9:30 pm
$20++/pp | ($10/each additional Lobster) Includes:One - 1 lb Maine Lobster, Boston Summer Salad, New England Clam Chowder, Buttered Bliss Potato, Sweet Corn, Broccolini & Amish Corn Bread Apple Pie A la Mode for dessert
Reservations Required: 727-822-3873
Attend an upcoming Beverage Mixology Demonstration!
July 5, August 2 & September 6 at 4:00 pm
Featured Drink of the Month for July! Peach Raspberry Martini $8++
Demonstrations Open to SPYC Members only Complimentary to attend (limited spaces available) RSVP at 727-892-6893 or member.services@spyc.org
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EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH IN MEMORIAM Mr. James Sirmons ~ April 2018 Col. Richard Newton ~ June 2018 Mrs. Cary Bond ~ June 14, 2018
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EMPLOYEE ANNIVERSARIES
Todd Fedyszyn ~ Junior Activities, 13yrs Sarah Boggs ~ 1909 Server, 5yrs Marcedes Cardenas ~ Line Cook, 4yrs Leah Wieter ~ Member Services/Marketing Coordinator, 3yrs John Taylor ~ R&M, 3yrs John Whitehead ~ Sailing Center, 2yrs John Robinson ~ Security Guard, 1yr Ella Jenkins ~ Laundry, 1yr
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Shannon Nylander ~ Director of Catering, 18yrs Kerrie Paquette ~ PAG Manager, 14yrs David Irby ~ Purchaser, 13yrs Micah Giralte ~ Executive Housekeeper, 5yrs Marcida Freeman ~ Banquet Captain, 5yrs Frank Gabor ~ R&M, 2yrs Marcus Lee ~ Steward, 1yr William Keim ~ PAG Line Cook, 1yr Bonnie Brown ~ Steward, 1yr Joseph Porter ~ Valet, 1yr Andrew Gaona ~ DR Busser, 1yr Megan Reilly ~ Cocktail Server, 1yr Grisette Abreu ~ Banquet Server, 1yr Cyrill Auer ~ Junior Activities, 1yr
EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH JUNE 2018, ANDREW DUMAINE A BIG CONGRATULATIONS to SPYC’s June 2018 Employee of the Month ~ Andrew Dumaine! Andrew has been a staple at our Snell Isle Marina since April 2017. His dedication, attention to detail, and work ethic makes him a true asset to SPYC. He continually strives for perfection in all that he does, and we are a better Club with him on our team. Please congratulate Andrew next time you see him for a job well done!! 23
MAY 2018, JAMES LANE We would like to extend our congratulations to James Lane, for being the May 2018 Employee of the Month! James is a key player in the Banquet Department, making sure that all banquet events have the appropriate equipment that is needed in order for the party to happen, as well as being a key communicator with the kitchen so that the timing of the food served is perfect. He is a quiet person but, will definitely step in and help wherever is needed. James has been an SPYC team member for three years now and is beyond deserving of this recognition. Congratulations, James, thank you for all of your hard work and dedication!
“Anchors Aweigh!!” Congratulations to the newest WINNER of the “Anchors Aweigh!” monthly game: Casey Considine She was the lucky contest drawing winner locating all (19) images of Anne & Andy in the May/ June Double Issue. To recap, they were spotted on pages: 1 (front cover),4,6,7,8,11 (twice), 12,18,21,22 (twice), 24,25 (twice), 26 (twice), 27 & the back cover. Casey snagged $100 in Gift Certificates that can be used for Food & Beverage while dining at the Club. Submit your answer for this month’s game by July 10th to the Member Services Coordinator at member.services@spyc.org or 727-892-6893. Each month one name will be drawn out of ALL of the correct answers submitted. The WINNER will be announced on the 15th, and contacted via phone or email to claim their prize; a winning announcement can also be found on SPYC’s official Facebook page at https://www.facebook. com/SaintPetersburgYachtClub. *Note: Image of Anne & Andy on this page DOES NOT count in the contest.* July/August 2018 23
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Nuovo Bride’s Inspired Wedding Showcase Sunday, July 8th | Noon – 3:00 pm $5 online, $10 at the door GET INSPIRED & FIND TOP VENDORS: Gowns, Flowers, Venues, Entertainment, Decor, Photography & more! Stroll the Gallery and taste your way to the perfect menu. WEDDING PRIZES: Over $7,000 in Give-A-Ways!
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Register today: nuovobride.com
The Saint Petersburg Classic Regatta September 14th - 15th This 9th Annual Event will celebrate Sail & Motor Classic Boats. Typical sailboat racing categories are invited: Spinnaker, Non-Spinnaker, Cruiser, and the special Fun Class, all built before 1998. Sept. 14th: Friday evening Social & Check-in at the SPYC. Sept. 15th: Saturday, competitors will meet and promenade early in the day. Visit www.spyc.org for NOR, & race Sign-up. *Complimentary dockage at the Club docks are available if you reserve on time!*
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Sailing Center Schedule Adult Learn to Sail: July 7/8, July 28/29, August 4/5, August 18/19, September 8/9, September 22/23 Sailing Demonstrations and Social: July 8, August 12, September 9 Details on our sailing classes & programs, please contact SPSC at 727-822-3113, www.sailstpete.org
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Beach Club Burger Bar Now until September 27th Every Thursday from 6:00-8:30 pm | $8++/pp Build your own Black Angus Hamburger with Fries & Salad bar. Include the Ice Cream Sundae Bar for Dessert: $3++ Extra ($5++/pp without Burger Bar)
*48 Hour Cancellation Policy for all Club events* Reservations cancelled 48 hours or more prior to any event will not be charged a fee. A $10/per person fee will be charged for cancellations made 24-48 hours prior to any event (inclusive of tax & service charges). Full price will be charged if cancelled within 24 hours of any event, or the reservation is a No Show. 24
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PASS-A-GRILLE
Tuesday, July 31, 2018 • 5:00 – 8:00 pm • $15++/pp
Annual Shutdown BUFFET! Join us at the Beach Club for our Annual Shutdown Buffet!
We are cooking up everything in the kitchen before we close down for two weeks - beginning July 31st.
There is NO SET MENU, so when the food is gone...it's GONE! Reservations: 727-360-1646
Welcome Back to
PASS-A-GRILLE! Beach Club re-opens on Thursday, August 16th
FREE APPETIZER AS A WELCOME BACK GIFT! One free appetizer per SPYC member number please.
Choice of Bruschetta or Onion Rings
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Reservations Required: 727-360-1646 *An Entertainment Committee Event* July/August 2018
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APPETIZERS AVAILABLE DURING THE SHOW
Early Bird Price
$15++
($25++/PP FOR RESERVATIONS MADE AFTER 9/15)
INVASION SHOW
Take a Trip Down Memory Lane Saturday, September 22
(FULL LIQUOR BAR AVAILABLE)
RESERVATIONS REQUIRED: 727-892-6882 OR CATERING@SPYC.ORG
Show starts at 7:00 pm in Downtown Club Ballroom
AN ENTERTAINMENT COMMITTEE EVENT
Sunday November 4, 2018
St Petersburg Yacht Club
Vintage
Committee Volunteers Needed NOW!
Planning has already begun, and pre-show day committees are being formed.
Motor Classic
Join other members and friends to make this years show bigger and better than ever! Remember, you don’t have to own a vintage car to volunteer. Contact: Rick Brooks, Chairman: 727-458-9297 or RFBRX@aol.com It takes member volunteers to make this 16th Annual Classic successful!
Post Wine Society Prix-Fixe Dinner Commodore Room | $25++/per guest (Limited to 30 people) After each Wine Society event, there will be a Prix-Fixe dinner served. When making your Wine Society reservation, mention you would also like to sign-up for the dinner. *Available only at the Downtown Clubhouse* Cancellations honored until the Tuesday (at 5 pm) prior to Wine Society taking place. If we receive your cancellation after this time, your original reservation will be charged.
Rise & Shine with Breakfast at SPYC! Daily Breakfast Buffet served upstairs in the Bridge Room
Tuesday-Friday 7:00-9:00 am & Saturday 7:30-10:00 am SPYC Members: $6++ Guests: $9.25++ Reservations Not Required
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Featured Breakfast Items: July: Chicken & Waffles August: Steak & Eggs
Monthly Events: Downtown & Pass-a-Grille (all dates subject to change) ENTERTAINMENT IN THE HERITAGE LOUNGE TUES. - THURS.: 7:30 pm FRIDAY & SATURDAY: 8:00 pm July 3-7: Green Flash July 10 – 14: Jazz Week! Featuring Harry Galloway Jazz Trio July 10 & 11 & Standing 8 Count July 12-14 July 17-21: DAZZLER July 24-28: CLUB CLOSED July 31 – Aug. 2: Expressions August 3-4: DAZZLER August 7-11: T.B.A. August 14-18: Green Flash August 21-25: DAZZLER August 28- 1: Jazz Week! Featuring Harry Galloway Jazz Trio August 28 & 29 & Standing 8 Count August 30-Sept 1
TIKI HUT ENTERTAINMENT
WINE SOCIETY Downtown: Thursday, Thursday, July 12th at 6:00 pm Call: 727-822-3873
Pass-a-Grille: Friday, July 13th at 6:00 pm
Call: 727-360-1646 (No Wine Society in August for both locations) PLEASE NOTE: Due to a waiting list that has been established for Wine Society events, all cancellations are required 24 hours in advance. Non Wine Society Guests Welcomed - $25
TRIVIA NIGHT $10++/per guest
Downtown: Trivia Night Wednesday, July 11th & August 15th 7:00 pm Takes place in the Regatta Room Reservations: 727-892-6882
FRIDAYS FROM 5:00 - 10:00 pm July 6: Angelo Cooke July 13: Sam Stone (5-7 pm) Dave Vallerie (7-10 pm) July 20: Chris Rooney July 27: CLUB CLOSED August 3: Angelo Cooke August 10: Sam Stone (5-7 pm) Dave Vallerie (7-10 pm) August 17: Chris Rooney August 24: Sam Stone (5-7 pm) Steve Mullis (7-10 pm) August 31: Steve Mullis
LIVE ENTERTAINMENT AT PASS-A-GRILLE Every Saturday from 5:00-8:00 pm Buckets of Beer ~ $11++
Entertainment Schedule: July 7: Chris Rooney July 14: Doug Bliss July 21: Dave Williamson July 28: Steve Mullis August 3: CLUB CLOSED August 11: CLUB CLOSED August 18: Doug Bliss August 25: Dave Williamson
BINGO AT PASS-A-GRILLE Thursday, July 5th (No Bingo in August due to Annual Shutdown) $10++/pp • 6:30-8:30 pm Includes food, book of 15 strips of 3 cards (each strip 2 games, total 30 games) Prizes awarded for each game. RSVP: 727-360-1646
DOWNTOWN FAMILY NIGHT JULY 3 – 6 Wild Berry Salad with fresh Spinach & Mandarin Orange Vinaigrette, Peaches & Cream Chicken Supreme with fresh Rosemary & Chives JULY 10 – 13 Antipasto Salad, Lasagna de Carnival with Sweet Italian Sausage & Ricotta Cheese JULY 17 – 20 Yellow Tomato Bisque with Arugula Pesto & Toasted Pine Nuts, Roasted Texas Quail filled with Cremini Mushrooms & Fontina Cheese JULY 31– AUG. 3 Avgolemono Soup, Greek Salad with Potato Skordalia & Herb Grilled Chicken with Feta Cheese AUG. 7 – 10 Iceberg Wedge Salad with Beef Steak Tomatoes & Amish Blue Cheese Dressing, Kansas City BBQ Boneless Short Ribs with Chef Joseph’s Baked Beans & Corn on the Cob AUG. 14 – 17 Chilled Strawberry Soup with Raspberry Ice, pan seared Medallions of Pork Tenderloin topped with Stone Fruit Confit & Vidalia Onion Marmalade AUG. 21 - 24 Thai Spiced Coconut Shrimp Soup, Chicken Pad Thai with Rice Stick Noodles, Toasted Peanuts, Tamarind & Sprouts AUG. 28 – 31 Minestrone, Meatloaf Milan with Sun Dried Tomato jus & Potato Parmesan
BLOODY MARY BAR & BRUNCH AT PASS-A-GRILLE Bloody Mary Brunch: Sunday, July 29th & August 26th
11:00 am - 2 :00 pm | $16++/Buffet Build your own Bloody Mary $3++ with Buffet, $5++ without Buffet $1 for 1st Bloody Mary with Brunch! RSVP: 727-360-1646
BIRTHDAY BASH Next Bash: Thursday, July 19th & September 27th $17++/ Per Guest • 6:00 - 9:00 pm Reservations: 727-892-6882 or catering@spyc.org 27
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11 Central Avenue St. Petersburg, Florida 33701-3919 (727) 822-3873 spycfrontdesk@tampabay.rr.com
2301 Pass-a-Grille Way St. Pete Beach, FL (727) 360-1646
ADDRESS SERVICE REQUESTED
Marc Reydams………….............................823-1219 General Manager gm@spyc.org Colleen Finney, CHAE................................823-1061 Chief Financial Officer controller@spyc.org Susan Robertson ………….............................892-6888 Director of Membership/Marketing Membership@spyc.org Joseph Van Bemmel..................................892-6889 Executive Chef executivechef@spyc.org Shannon Nylander, CPCE..........................892-6882 Director of Catering spyccatering@tampabay.rr.com Pierre Dumaine………...............................892-6880 Director of Food & Beverage pierre@spyc.org Mary Lou Privitera ……...............................…822-3873 Director of Restaurants ext. 227 Director.restaurants@spyc.org Kerrie Paquette ……......….................…..360-1646 Manager at The Beach Club at PAG Kerrie@spyc.org Shawn Macking……….....................….….822-3113 Waterfront Director Waterfront-director@spyc.org John Toberman ...…............................…..822-3227 dockmaster@spyc.org Todd Fedyszyn………............................….896-8101 Youth Sailing Director youthsailingdirector@spyc.org Leah Wieter ………....................................892-6893 Member Services/Marketing Coordinator member.services@spyc.org Steve Partridge...…………........................892-6892 Facilities Manager facilitiesmgr@spyc.org Micah Giralte……………...........................892-6894 Executive Housekeeper housekeeping@spyc.org Suzanne Gendrot .………....................727-822-3873 Executive Pastry Chef ext. 223 suzanne-g@spyc.org
Snell Isle Marina: 895-8142 Downtown Marina: 822-3227 Accounting/Billing Support: 892-6883 or 892-6884
www.spyc.org
Hours of Operation: CLOSED Mondays Downtown: Clubhouse Open (Tues. – Sunday): 7:00 am
Commodore Room: Commodore Dining Room is available for private party bookings with advance reservations. (Contact Catering for details) Friday & Saturday: LIVE Piano Bar 7:30 pm-11:30 pm
Grille 1909:
(Reservations are strongly recommended) Lunch: Tuesday-Friday, 11:30 am - 2:00 pm • Dinner: Tuesday - Sunday, 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm Sunday Brunch: 10:30 am - 1:30 pm
Heritage Lounge: (food service hours) Lunch: Tuesday - Sunday, 11:30 am - 2:00 pm • Dinner: Tuesday - Sunday 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm (Limited Late Night Menu available after 9:30 pm)
Bridge Room: Breakfast Buffet: Tuesday - Friday, 7:00 am - 9:00 am Saturday – 7:30 am – 10:00 am
Tiki Hut:
Thursday, Friday: 5:00 pm - (Closing varies based upon weather & business levels) Saturday: 1:00 pm - 11:30 pm • Sunday: 1:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Sailing Center:
Tuesday - Sunday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Snell Isle Hours:
Closed Mondays & Tuesdays Wednesday - Friday 9 am - 6 pm • Saturday & Sunday 7 am - 6 pm
Pass-a-Grille Clubhouse:
Closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays Monday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday: 11:30 am-9:30 pm (Menu available until 9 pm) Sunday: Noon-8:00 pm | Sunday Brunch 11:00 am-2:00 pm (Last Sunday of every month) *Menu available on Sunday, except during Sunday Brunch. Limited menu in Lounge available on this day, with regular a la carte menu served from 2:00-8:00 pm.* https://www.facebook.com/SaintPetersburgYachtClub https://www.facebook.com/SailingCenter https://twitter.com/SPYC_FL https://www.pinterest.com/spyc1909/ #stpetersburgyachtclub on Instagram