Smooth Sailing Newsletter ~ May/June Double Issue 2018 by St. Petersburg Yacht Club

Membership Newsletter

May & June 2018

Smooth Sailing

71st Annual Winter Lightning Regatta e h t r o f s t l u s e ! R IN THIS ISSUE: SPYC "On the Water" News • Clubs Within the Club Membership Highlights • Mother’s Day, Father’s Day & other upcoming Events! 1

ON TAMPA BAY

SAILING CAPITAL OF THE SOUTH

COMMODORE’S LOG Chapter 7 The dog days of summer are fast approaching. For many of us this means spending more fun time on our boats! May is a big month for the Cruising Fleet with the annual SPYC Commodore’s Cruise taking place from May 3rd through May 19th. The 50th Year & Golden Anniversary of the Regata del Sol al Sol commenced last month with the awards ceremony to take place on May 4th in Isla Mujeres. Keep an eye out for the July/August double issue of Smooth Sailing outlining the article and photos of this fantastic event, including the list of winners. Our Membership Reinstatement Program is an overwhelming success. To date we’ve welcomed over 40+ past members back to the SPYC. As a result, the Board of Directors has elected to extend the program for an additional month. A reminder, this offer consists of a special reinstatement fee of $500, plus pro-rated dues through the end of our fiscal year (September 2018). If you know of any past members, this is a great opportunity for them to rejoin their SPYC family and friends. Applications must be received by May 31st; please contact our Membership Director, Susan Robertson. We have modified our Club cellular device policy. It is our hope that this relaxed policy will make it easier for members to stay connected, and at the same time, be considerate to other members in the Clubhouse:

“Cellular Devices must be set on vibrate while at the Club and, with discretion and consideration for others, may be used for texting and checking messages. Cellular devices for voice calls are allowed in the following areas: The Compass Room, Second Floor Banquet Lobby, Outside Club spaces (except for the 1909 dining terrace). Speakerphone mode is strictly prohibited anywhere on Club premises. We thank you for your cooperation.” This month on Sunday, May 13th, enjoy a Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet at the Downtown Clubhouse, or Mother’s Day Lunch with some holiday featured entrées at our Pass-a-Grille Clubhouse. Details of this event and many more, including Father’s Day Brunch on Sunday, June 17th and upcoming July 4th festivities, are listed in this issue. On Saturday, June 9th, get involved with the annual Downtown Poker Run. A fantastic event to see our members enjoy themselves with a day of fun in the sun! Complete details are on page 7, including how to host or volunteer a Dock Stop. Lastly, mark your calendars for the St. Petersburg Yacht Club to host the first 2019 FCYC General Meeting in January. Details for this will be announced in the upcoming months to come. 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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Membership Highlight

Reinstatement Offer* Extended Until May 31st! Good News…the Reinstatement Offer* has now been extended until May 31st! This offer has been very exciting and the members who have reinstated are so happy to be back “at home”, to see long-time friends and to be reinstated with their original membership number! This offer consists of a Reinstatement Fee of only $500, and pro-rated dues through the end of our fiscal year (September 2018). Applications must now be received before the NEW deadline of May 31st. We are enjoying seeing many past members re-join the most historic Yacht Club in Tampa Bay! If you know of someone who wants to re-join, please contact Susan Robertson, Director of Membership at (727) 892-6888  or email membership@spyc.org. *Available for former members who were in good standing when they resigned, and who qualify under current SPYC application guidelines. Reinstatement Fee and annual dues are taxable. Offered now through May 31, 2018 only.

“Anchors Aweigh!!” Congratulations to our April WINNER of the “Anchors Aweigh!” monthly game: Karin Carlan She was the lucky contest drawing winner locating all (8) images of Anne & Andy in the April issue. To recap, they were spotted on pages: 2,4,7,12,16,19,21 & 22. She 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 May 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 will be 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.*

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Welcome CLUB MEMBERSHIP Bill Waters Membership Chairman Susan Robertson Director of Membership/Marketing

New Members ACTIVE:

Mr. Thomas Elsen/Mrs. Kim Jenson Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Leftoff Mr. and Mrs. Joe Watson

ACTIVE BOAT OWNER:

Mr. Rob Ponte Mr. and Mrs. Michael Young

NON-RESIDENT:

Ms. Liza Fuller Mr. and Mrs. Neal Crosson

INTERMEDIATE:

Mr. and Mrs. Tom Hurter Ms. Darby Smith

REINSTATE:

Mr. and Mrs. William Tinsley Mr. and Mrs. John Braamse Mr. Andre Balash Dr. and Mrs. Edward Swanick Mr. and Mrs. Walter Carfora Mr. and Mrs. Donald Hudson II Mrs.Sandra/Mr. Peter Merrifield Mr. and Mrs. William Stover

PROPOSERS:

The Club relies on our members’ proposals and we thank you for your support! Marty Kullman John Deermount Gerald Ruhnke Michael Wagner Alexandria Deininger

71st Annual Winter Lightning Regatta by Kathy Ahern

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March 23-26, 2018 ~ Beautiful days of March! SPYC hosted 52 boats from 4 counties and 18 states. The Lightning Class has been coming to SPYC longer than any other one design fleetâ&#x20AC;Ś71 consecutive years! Built in 1938 the class will be celebrating its 80th Anniversary in Skaneateles, NY on July 6th-8th. This class is strongly bonded in family and friendship. With good winds, six races were completed and four very active socials enjoyed by 197 people. By only one point this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s winner was a team from Argentina, skippered by Javier Conte and followed by David Stark from New York. Other winners: Masters - Ched Proctor from CT and Middle of the Bay - Rob Ruhlman from Ohio. From SPYC the Lightning Competitors headed to Miami to complete the Southern Circuit. A huge thank you to the Race Committee for a great job and to the staff at SPYC for being so flexible and friendly with such a large number of competitors and family.

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(Photos courtesy of Phil Pape Photography)

Did You Just Hire Your Seasonal Boat Dock Staff?

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BoatUS online course minimizes environmental risk, helps prevent spills at fuel docks ANNAPOLIS, Md., May 9, 2017 – As the summer boating season begins, marinas, boat yards and clubs are staffing up. These seasonal employees, sometimes high school, college students or part-timers, are responsible for refueling hundreds of boats at the gas dock. But do they have the training to prevent a fuel spill? Utilizing a grant from National Fish and Wildlife Foundation, the BoatUS Foundation offers a critical learning tool for seasonal fuel-dock employees: “Spill Prevention and Response for Marina Staff”. The free online course, which can be taken at any time at BoatUS.org/spill-prevention, is designed to minimize risk and give seasonal staff the ability to protect marinas and the environment. The spill-prevention, planning and response course offers videos, interactive exercises and interviews with spill responders, marina owners and managers. The BoatUS Foundation encourages marinas and clubs to have their new fuel dock staff complete the course just after they are hired.

The course looks at practical topics, such as how to know when a boat fuel tank is full, as well as a look at different types of oil and fuel products at marinas and how they are handled safely; how prevent and to prepare for spill events and the best steps to take if one happens; the impacts on the environment; and the laws that impact refueling facilities. “The best part is that all you need is a computer with Internet access to train new hires in the basics of spill prevention,” said BoatUS Foundation Vice President Susan Shingledecker. It takes about 1-2 hours for the average learner to complete. “Course takers can stop anytime and later start right back up where they left off,” she added. More than 800 have taken the course to date. While the course does not provide HAZWOPER certification and is designed for new marina staff, included throughout are management tips to provide additional information to more senior staff. A short video that explains the course is at https://youtu.be/5__dGYyDKkc. Reference: BoatUS.com (2017, May 9). Did you just hire your seasonal boat dock staff? Retrieved from http://www.boatus.com/pressroom/ release.asp?id=1291

Yachting Information by Donna Sue Marks, Yachting Information Chairperson Even though our Allison Jolly Regatta isn’t happening this year, it is the 30th year of the 1988 Olympics. Allison Jolly from St. Petersburg’s Junior Sailing Program was the skipper in the 1988 Olympics in the 470 Class. She and her crew, Lynne Jewell Shore, were the first US Women to capture a Gold Medal in Sailing. Allison and Lynne were the only American sailors, male or female to win a gold medal in those games. Congratulations to Allison, her crew and all the young women who continue the desire to participate in sailing for recreation and professionalism. Cause for applause to our Club Historian Barbara Watson! She spearheaded from soup to nuts the publishing of the Ray Kendall Williams Photo Collection St. Petersburg to Havana Race 1930- 1957. The books are SOLD OUT! Congratulations to all who have received this one of a kind collector’s book. Way to go Barbara!! May/June 2018

SPYC Junior Sailing Activities ON

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The SPYC Junior Sailing Team had a busy month both locally and abroad. With events all over Florida, Texas, and Europe the team has been very well represented across all Fleets. Guthrie Braun and Dorothy Mendelblatt qualified to represent the USA at the 1300 boat Lake Garda Opti Meeting in Italy and the Magic Marine Easter Regatta in the Netherlands. Logan Rimel and Sebastian Spinelli Sax also travelled to Lake Garda as part of the Sail Fast Clinic. All sailors represented the Club well and are sure to be stronger sailors upon their return to Tampa Bay. Over the Easter weekend, SPYC hosted the North American Laser Class Association Gulf Coast Championships. Sailors were treated to some of the best conditions Tampa Bay has to offer with 12-18 knots of wind from the northeast. Ethan Danielson was our top performer finishing in 3rd overall in the Laser 4.7 class. Emily Allen, Heather Kerns, Heidi Hicks, Cameron Delgado, Emma Shakespeare, and Colin Lawther also participated.

Our Opti Race teams have also had a busy month with a large number of sailors travelling to Jensen Beach to compete in the Sunshine State Opti Champs. This was a large event with winds in the 20-25 knot range all weekend so it really tested the skills of all our sailors. Competing for SPYC were Ainsley Braun, Sophia Fuller, Adam and Reid Mendelblatt, Guthrie Braun, Bella and Ava Shakespeare, Kate Danielson, Sidney Moyer, Rosie Simpson, Logan Rimel, and Reid Nelson. SPYC was also well represented at the Clearwater Junior Sailing Open. In the Opti RWB Fleet, Julia Conneely finished in 3rd place overall and was followed by Rosie Simpson in 8th overall and 1st place in the Opti White Fleet. In the Green Fleet, SPYC’s John Hartney and Sophia Fuller finished in 1st and 2nd place overall. Also representing SPYC were Wesley Woods, Cole Rogers and Jad Aberdabo.

Crown Cars Regatta at Pass-a-Grille by Selga Sakss March 10th ~ The Crown Cars Regatta was held at Pass-a-Grille with 22 competitors sailing designated courses of 12.5 nautical miles for the one Cruising division, and 15.8 nautical miles for the three Spinnaker divisions. Unlike previous years, when cold fronts left too much wind and dangerously turbulent seas to allow safe passage out of the PAG channel, the wind for this regatta was a favorable southeasterly at 8-10 knots. However, as the fleet rounded the John’s Pass buoy the velocity lessened and the competitors struggled to complete the course and finish under a dying wind. SPYC competitors finished in the top four places in each division: Spin A -2nd place TackTick skippered by Mike Siedlecki; 3rd place Wasabi skippered by Eric Lopez; 4th place Pigs with no Purpose owned by Meg Gimmi; Spin B-1st place Warrior skippered by Grant Dumas; 3rd place Ariel skippered by Jody Abrams; Spin C -2nd place Abeona skippered by Joseph Toth, 4th place One Up skippered by Hall Palmer. Cruising – 3rd place was won by Tom Glew and his crew aboard XTC and in 4th place After You skippered by John Gardner. Complete results are available on www.SPYC.org under Sailing/ Regatta Results. A special thank you to 81Bay Brewing, owned by local racing sailor Michael Beard, for providing a complimentary keg of beer. And a heartfelt thanks to our Race Committee with George Pennington (PRO), Beth Pennington, Gloria Davis, Maurice McGough, Jeff Wright, and Selga Sakss. 6

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St. Petersburg Yacht Club/Rochester Yacht Club

Training Event

Downtown

SPYC Poker Run Saturday, June 9th

$15++ Per Participant

11:00 am Registration Noon Departure from Downtown Main Docks (limited to the first 25 boats)

Awards & Burgers ~ 6:00 pm at Downtown Clubhouse

We are very excited to announce a unique training opportunity for St. Petersburg Yacht Club members to travel to Rochester Yacht Club, August 10-12 for a fun filled weekend of sailing. If you are interested in participating in this Yacht Club exchange program, please email sailingcenter@spyc.org. We can't wait to see you on the water in Rochester!

Register NOW!! Round up a boat and crew, pull together your best theme, and get ready for a day of comradery on the water. Everyone plays with card stops at SPYC Member’s Docks and local establishments, followed by awards and dinner! GET INVOLVED TODAY!! We need your help... Interested in a day of fun while hosting a Dock Stop? Contact Bill Waters, II for complete details at (727) 459-2455.

Sign-up online at www.SPYC.org. If you are a Dock sponsor and plan on attending the Awards at SPYC Call 727-892-6882 for reservations PFO/Cash Bar available

Entertainment Committee Event

FLORIDA COUNCIL OF

Yacht Clubs Dedicated to Promote Fair Boating Laws and Safer Waterways for The Boating Public

More information on these General Meetings will be posted to the FCYC website accordingly. To make a reservation or for more details on a meeting, please contact Leah Wieter, Member Services Coordinator, at 727.892.6893 OR member.services@spyc.org.

Upcoming 2018 FCYC Meetings:

Tampa Yacht & Country Club – July 14 Halifax River Yacht Club – September 8 Key Biscayne Yacht Club – November 10 St. Petersburg Yacht Club – January 12, 2019

www.floridacouncilofyachtclubs.com/meetings

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Pick up your application today!

[ ...at the front desk Downtown or SPYC @P-A-G.] Membership in the Salty Sisters is open to women members of SPYC Our Mission: and to wives of mem“To promote bers. New applicants sailing must be eager to and to assist participate in sailing, our race committee and members in other water related becoming activities. more proficient WELCOME ABOARD!

In the science of sailing.”

For More Information Contact:: COME JOIN US! ~ Els Wiemken Email: elswiemken@gmail.com ~ Trisha Birkenstock Email: trishab@tampabay.rr.com ~ Please also feel free to check our web: www.SaltySisters.org

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The Golf Group has been VERY BUSY these past few months! In March, and after rescheduling due to rain, 15 golfers met up at Countryside Country Club. It was a bit windy which affected our game, or at least that’s the story we’re sticking to! Finishing in 1st place at par were Steve Hamblin, Gerry Opiela, and Susan Arsenault. John Arsenault, Jack Pyhel, Bill Casey, and Larry Heinkel came in 2nd with a score of +3. Straightest drive was Jack Howard. Closest to the pins were Tom Ritschel, Gerry Opiela, and Jack Pyhel.

On April 12th, 72 golfers played at our annual Member/ Guest Golf Outing at St Petersburg Country Club. We also had another nine join us for dinner. What a gorgeous, temperate day for golf! And as always, SPCC knocked it out of the park with the poolside barbecue, free beer, and their wonderful staff; talk about a well-oiled machine. Coming in 1st place with a gross score of 52 (20 under par!) were Maurice Goldman, Shane Brown, Wes Bryan, and Sean Kelly. 2nd place gross finishers were Larry Heinkel, Claire Vermette, George Kinemond, and Jack Kierman. 3rd place gross with a score of 59 went to Bill Protz, Brad Bell, John Rogers, and Rick Kappal. In 1st place net with a score of 53 were Dawn Eckhart, Jeff Mong, Kevin Reed, and Ted Koufas. Winning 2nd place net with a 59 were Marc Reydams, Dick Vazzano, Jay Ostema, and Rob Rehman. 3rd place net and also with a score of 59 was won by Fred Alberg, Dan Snyder, Bill Brown, and John Marcel. Steve Deininger won Closest to the Line on the second hole (he landed RIGHT ON THE LINE!) and Guy Anderson, Dawn Eckart, Ron Hersch, and Bob Rehman won closest to the pin on the par 3’s.

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CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL THE WINNERS! As if this weren’t enough, there were MANY door prizes including golf gift certificates to SPCC, lunches and dinners at both SPYC AND SPCC, gift baskets and more. John and Susan Arsenault continue to do an outstanding job leading the Golf Group and organizing this terrific annual event…WOW! Our next golf outing will be on May 10th at Isla Del Sol Yacht and Country Club. Come play with us!

In April, we celebrated our sweet 16 year anniversary and installed our new officers for the coming year.

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by Angela Kowalik, President - koalafam@tampabay.rr.com

Woman’s Club AT ST. PETERSBURG YACHT CLUB

On May 16th, please join us for a demonstration on contemporary florals with our own Bev Eddins who makes it look so easy. We gather at the usual time: 5:00 pm Social Time with Hospitality Bar; 5:30 pm Meeting & Program to follow Looking back, we’ve been busy this year with our interesting and entertaining monthly programs which have been a little“spooky”, focused on the arts or fashion, or just plain fun. We traveled about to places near and far, and also hosted some special events at the Club, such as the Fashion Show and Tea, and A Land Remembered Show... and our Woman’s Club Directory took on a“new”look featuring YOU! Now that the officers have been installed, we’re busy planning programs for next year. Meanwhile, we look forward to you joining us this summer‘cause the fun doesn’t stop. Beginning in June, while Golf goes on hiatus for the summer (it’s too hot) and we take a break from monthly program meetings, we still actively play Mah Jongg and Bridge every week, and meet for Book Group every month. In addition we get together for some Bingo fun at Pass-A-Grille, or Trivia events downtown. We also begin our Summer DineArounds which everyone enjoys.

President, Angela Kowalik; Vice President, JoAnn Wood; Secretary, Janna Ranney; Treasurer, Debbie Hopper; Membership, Debbie Walcutt; and Past President Patsy Warmack

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.

Woman’s Club Interest Groups Book Group Facilitator: Sue Bettencourt May 23: Dorothy in a Man’s World by Peter Dawson. June 27: Upstairs at the White House by JB West Social time: 5:00 pm Discussion: 5:30 – 6:30 pm 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 Golf Group Facilitator: Helene Hardick Meets each Fri Oct 15 thru May 15, 8:30 am for 9:00 am tee time at Cypress Links Contact: hhardick@alwaysonline.net

Mah Jongg Facilitator: Carolyn Rehberger Lessons are regularly offered for new players. Meets every Thurs @ 1:00 pm [Lunch @ noon optional] Contact: sicar6@gmail.com or 727-895-8243 Travel Group Facilitator: Pat Seifried Meets 2nd Wednesday of every month (times and dates may vary) Jun 13: Dine-Around Gratzzi Jun 20: Trivia @ SPYC Contact: seafreed@aol.com Sunshine Facilitator: Sondra Seay-Frisbie If someone is ill or could use cheering up Contact: sondra.seay@gmail.com

[Please note – these are subject to change each month] Membership in the Woman’s Club is required to participate in the Interest Group activities.

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Cruising Fleet at Sarasota Yacht Club

For our March cruise (3/23-3/25) we returned yet again to Sarasota Yacht Club, while Sarasota Yacht Club visited SPYC. This prearranged“swap”allowed us to accommodate 17 boats on this cruise, while Sarasota invaded our dock with over 30 boats! We enjoyed some docktails in the Club on Friday before dinner, where we received personal greetings from Sarasota Commodore Jane Hutchins along with a visit from the Chef. Then on Saturday, some of the ladies played Mah Jongg in the afternoon before heading into St. Arman’s circle for dinner at a few different restaurants. We enjoyed the fire pits before and after dinner and welcomed a few more new members joining us for the first time, as our Fleet continues to grow and expand our large circle of friends! A special thanks to our Port Directors Camille Iurillo and Joe Petrella who made all the arrangements for our large group to have a great cruising weekend. . We enjoyed everything Sarasota had to offer and then some! Our hats are also off to the Dockmasters at both locations!

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by Angela Kowalik, Fleet Captain

Cruising Fleet

Salty Sisters

by Carol Hansen

On March 21st, Co-Captain Connie Beckman thanked J P Creignou and Charlie Lalanne for presenting an excellent seminar on racing tactics. She also gave the Rainbow team sailors a big thanks for putting in a lot of practice time this year. The sailors representing the Salties on April 9th in the 2018 Rainbow Regatta were: (Clearwater Prams) Dee Gill, Lori Leadbetter, Tove Kullman, and Renee Athey. (IOD’s) Nancy Kadau, Iris Mastry, Carol Hansen, Donna Papa, Kristina Thyrre, and Marti Cochran. (Sunfish) Lisa Avila and Sue Davidson.

Carol Hansen & Iris Mastry

March 28th was the Annual Easter Party and Easter Hat Contest. A big thank you to Nita George and her Social Committee for a lovely luncheon. Thanks also to the Nauticats and to our life size Easter Bunny, who graced us with her appearance giving out candy to all. Jan Hunter with the Easter Bunny

March Port Directors – Joe Petrella & Camille Iurillo

Cheers from Sarasota Yacht Club

Earlier in March, we recognized our 2017 FCYC Founders Award Winners at the SPYC Yachting Recognition Awards Reception. Congratulations to Tim & Dianne Connolly, Rob & Michelle Matthes, Michael & Dee 2017 FCYC Founders Award Winners Sharples, Ken & Corrine St. Jean, and Brian & Angela Kowalik.

Upcoming events for the Cruising Fleet to enjoy include:

Rainbow Practice

Bonnie Drake & Nancy Vildibil

First place in the Easter Hat Contest went to Jan Hunter, 2nd place to Bonnie Drake and 3rd place to Nancy Vildibill for their lovely hats!! Easter Sunday provided a new experience and a thoroughly enjoyable day for nine Salty Sisters. We attended a brunch hosted by the Sarasota Polo Club. The food was great, the atmosphere satisfying, and the polo match most enlightening and educational for those who were new to the game.

• Commodore’s Cruise: May 3 – May 19 • Cruising Fleet Luncheon Meeting – Thurs. June 14 (11:30 social, Noon lunch, program to follow) • Cruise to Longboat Key Moorings – June 15-17 Since we are off cruising, there is no meeting in May, so join us for our June Cruising Fleet Luncheon meeting 2018 Commodore’s on Thursday, June 14 at noon where we will share our Cruise experiences from the Commodore’s Cruise. We’ll also discuss an August Ad-hoc cruise sign-up at that time. Inquire or sign-up for our events on the SPYC Website, Cruising Fleet page. Looking forward to seeing more of you on the water…. 10

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Easter Cruise to Sarasota

Congratulations to the many Salty Sisters who received recognition at the 2017 Annual Yachting Recognition Awards!!! Gina Bowden-Pierce with Commodore Klingel

The Broad Reachers were training hard these past months, alongside the Salty Sisters, for the Rainbow Regatta this year. We have been very lucky to have J.P. Creignou and Charlie Lalanne coaching us. Every Saturday in March we practiced tacking drills, starts, and finetuned our upwind approaches. J.P and Charlie taught us how to properly rig our boats, making sure the sails were just right in all wind conditions. They even showed the Broads how to do roll tacks; well at least the theory behind them. We were all very excited about the big event on April 9th sailing from the Boca Ciega Yacht Club. Our team this year consisted of Sarah Richards, Gwen Mann, Debbie Walcutt, Heather Lalanne, and Barbara Watson. Barbara is sailing for Joanne Simmons, who broke her foot in March.

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Amateur Radio Club by Barbara Watson

Jack Satterfield led the meeting at SPYC on March 20th. The final third Tuesday meeting at SPYC Downtown will be  May 15th at 6:00 pm in the Parkview Room, following Happy Hour in the Lounge. The Amateur Radio Club is happy to welcome new members: Chris Cameron KN4KGW, Chris Fraser KN4JBI, Michael Gulley, Chris Spencer, and Rick Brooks. Congratulations to Russ Savela for achieving his extra license in March. Ralph Warmack and Dick Mordaunt both frequently use, remotely, the club’s HF radio and are working to reposition the current g5rv antenna on the roof of the Clubhouse. But, there are plans to install a new vertical antenna for all bands. Joel Taliaferro had volunteered to set up a base station in the Dockmasters office. Shawn informed him that it is now set up, so the Dockmaster has a greater VHF range from anywhere on the dock. Jack then gave us a talk on his experiences in Katrina, the earthquake in Haiti (see attached QST cover) and about the Emergency Management System in the category 5 rated building on Ulmerton. Hams provide communications between all the shelters and there is a ham at every shelter.

Barbara Watson & Donna Pap

Chalk Talk

Debbie Walcutt

Charlie Lalanne

J P Creignou & Nancy Dunn

J P Creignou

Salty Sister Kristina Thyrre

For anyone that would like to learn to sail a Pram or just have some fun, the Broad Reachers are for you. Please contact Carol Hansen at carol@dband1.com for more information.

L-R standing: Marge and Chris Lewis, Joel Taliaferro, Chris Fraser, Chris Cameron, Chris Ierardi, Frank Mann, George Anderson, Tom Morris & Barbara Watson Seated: David Slazas, Jack Satterfield, Linda and Bob Potter, (Russ Savela) In the wake of the earthquake in Haiti, January 2010, Amateur Radio operators assisted with communications at the University of Miami medical station at Port-au-Prince airport. Among those at the communication center were Jack Satterfield, W4GRJ, and Lousin Cruz, N4LDG. This shot was taken by Louis as Dr. Elizabeth Greig - under supervision of W4GRJ - used the 2 meter FM to arrange transportation for a badly injured survivor.

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The Wing Shooters Society is a men’s group that enjoys shooting sports, especially sporting clays. Sporting clays simulates hunting scenarios and the target clays are referred to as ‘birds’. But to keep everyone on their toes, there is the occasional ‘rabbit’. A rabbit is a clay rolled on its edge across the ground in front of the shooter.

In this close up you see the rabbit skittering across the uneven ground in front of Ed Wilson. He got it... Ed likes rabbit.

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SPYC AT PASS-A-GRILLE

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Ladies

Where did the year go? We had so much fun and the program season buzzed by in a flash!! September brought us One Act Plays by Joan Petit, a local playwright; the October Cupcake Decorating (remember the Too Pretty to Eat, Only a Mother Could Love, and Best Halloween awards?), the Chico’s Fashion Show in November featuring our very own lovely models, followed by a Toys for Tots Marine who spoke on their history and Lito Cortez pianist. In addition, we collected a huge table of gifts for area children. That was just for starters – the “new year” brought Re-gift BINGO in January, the Human Trafficking of Women and Children with Sergeant Les Santiago of the St. Pete Police Department in February and March floral design with Brian from Redman Steele Florist. The PAG clubhouse never smelled so good!!!! April 9th we installed a new slate of officers. They are: President: Patsy Warmack Vice President: Barbara Casey Secretary: JoAnn Wood Treasurer: Angela Kowalik Program Chairwoman: Joy Hyland Membership Chairwoman: Linda Christman

This is a picture of a bird in flight. Look closely above the treetops. The shooter has only seconds to aim and fire as this bird crosses quickly in front of him.

2018-2019 Officers

Mark Foster is shown here aiming up high at a ‘teal’ (teal is a form of duck). In sporting clays a teal goes almost straight up in front of you before it plummets down. You can see the piece of equipment that throws the bird straight up.

Speaker for the installation and luncheon was Lance Peterson from the Gulf Beaches Historical Museum. He gave a very informative talk and slide show presentation on the history of the gulf beaches. We rounded out the program year on April 30th with our annual Derby Day event and as always, it was great fun.

At the LBC we love our Mah Jongg

We meet at the Downtown Clubhouse, the second Thursday of every month at 6:00 pm. And as you can see from this picture, the most important part of our meeting is the dinner that follows. 12

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If you would like to join the Ladies Beach Club or have not renewed for 2017-2018 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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by Stephanie Mucciano, Chairman & Stew Ahman, Vice Chairman

Vintage Motor Club

The Macks are BACK!! King and Spanish Mackerel are back in abundance, and the Red Grouper keep on biting. The SPYC Saltwater Anglers made a couple of offshore trips, consistently finding Red Grouper in 110’ of water. Bill Mann and Wayne Andrews left the dock at a leisurely 10:00 am, ran out to the middle of the ship channel and trolled spoons for about 2 hours. After landing over 20 Spanish Mackerel, they still had time for a nice lunch at the Pass-a-Grille Clubhouse. MARK YOUR CALENDARS!! The date has been set for our Annual Fishing Tournament. The tournament will be held at the Pass-a-Grille Clubhouse on Saturday, October 27th.

The May-June Car of the Month is a 1965 Series IIA pickup owned by club member Peter Hood, and sports a “Top Winner” trophy from the 2016 SPYC Vintage Motor Classic.  Peter owns two old Land Rovers. The pictured truck sports a safari paint job that Peter did by hand.  He also has a 1966 Series IIA station wagon purchased when he was a graduate student in 1982.  These old Land Rovers are by no means fast or luxurious, but they’re practical and easy to work on; as these utilitarian vehicles are found all over the world.  And…that’s why Peter loves his trucks! VMC Field Trip: Tampa Bay Auto Museum and factory tour of Polypack hosted by TBAM - Thursday, June 21st at 6:00 pm, located at 3301 Gateway Centre Blvd, Pinellas Park. Reservation required by June 15th. Please confirm via email to Stephanie at Slmitaly15@ gmail.com or Stew at saahman@gmail.com. Our host for the evening is SPYC member, Emmanuel Cerf, a sponsor of the Vintage Motor Classic for over 12 years and an owner of Polypack. This is a very rare collection of mostly European cars, and are quite different from vehicles that are usually in attendance at U.S. shows. Many vehicles on display have been beautifully restored and are shown in their wonderful museum show room. The evening will also include a tour through their product factory. Bill Waters quotes, “I have been to both the factory and the museum and was amazed. I am sure that many of you have never seen these cars before. If there ever was a ‘don’t miss event’, this is it!” Thank you TBAM for sponsoring this wonderful evening for us at the museum.

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 May 9th and June 13th, or 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 list.

Bill Mann lands a nice Red Grouper.

Offshore catch of Red Grouper.

Update!!! We are rescheduling the May Drive - in for Sunday Brunch at PAG Clubhouse to JULY 29th. Don’t forget… the 16th Annual Vintage Motor Classic is Sunday, November 4th. Rick Brooks, Show Chairman, needs committee volunteers to help produce the Classic. Committees include Sponsorship, T-shirts, Trophies, Day of Show Volunteers, and more. Please contact Rick at rfbrx@aol.com. It’s fun and interesting to be a part of the pre-planning!

Wayne Andrews and Bill Mann caught a load of Spanish Mackerel in two hours.

May/June 2018

SUN

For Reservations Please Call: 727-360-1646

MON

TUES

WEDNESDAY CLOSED

Mah Jongg 1:00 pm Happy Hour 4 -7 pm Unsinkables 6 pm

13 Mother's Day Lunch Noon-4:00 pm (A la Carte & Featured Entrees)

Free Appetizer with Dinner Entree (1 per membership)

Mah Jongg 1:00 pm Happy Hour 4 -7 pm

21 Happy Hour 4 -7 pm

Bloody Mary Bar & Brunch 11 am-2 pm

Hours of Operation: Tues & Wed: CLOSED Mon, Thurs, Fri & Sat: 11:30 am - 9:30 pm (Menu available until 9:00 pm) Sunday: Noon-8:00 pm Menu Available (Except during Sunday Brunch - last Sunday of May/June 2018 14 each month)

Mah Jongg 1:00 pm

Memorial Day Specials Happy Hour 4 -7 pm

8 10

17 15

22 24

CLOSED

Mah Jongg 1:00 pm

Free Glass of Sangria with an Entree of $14 or more from 4-9 pm

SATURDAY

FRIDAY

CLOSED

29 26

CLOSED 9 11

CLOSED

TUESDAY

Happy Hour 4-7 pm Meatloaf & Mashed Potatoes/Veggies $14++

Happy Hour 4:00-7:00 pm

THURSDAY

WED

THURS

FRI

SAT

3 Bridge 11:30 am Happy Hour 4 -7 pm Bingo 6:30 pm

Bridge 11:30 am Happy Hour 4 -7 pm

18 16

CLOSED

MONDAY

May

17 Bridge 11:30 am Happy Hour 4 -7 pm

23 25

CLOSED

Liver & Onions $18++ Burger with Cheese $6.50++

Pass-a-Grille

4 Free Glass of Sangria with an Entree of $14 or more from 4-9 pm

Free Glass of Sangria with an Entree of $14 or more from 4-9 pm

Wine Society 6 pm

Bridge 11:30 am Happy Hour 4 -7 pm

Kentucky Derby Party 5:00 pm Cinco de Mayo Margarita Specials!

Broad Reachers 11 am Live Music on Deck 5-8 pm

19 Broad Reachers 11 am Live Music on Deck 5-8 pm

25 Free Glass of Sangria with an Entree of $14 or more from 4-9 pm

Broad Reachers 11 am

Free Glass of Sangria with an Entree of $14 or more from 4-9 pm

30 27

CLOSED

SUNDAY

The Beach Club at

CLOSED

WEEKLY EVENTS

26 Broad Reachers 11 am Live Music on Deck 5-8 pm

31 Bridge 11:30 am Happy Hour 4 -7 pm

** MARK YOUR CALENDARS ** Pass-a-Grille Annual Shut Down Dates for 2018 CLOSED: Tuesday, July 31st - Wednesday, August 15th RE-OPENS: Thursday, August 16th (normal business hours)

Downtown Clubhouse

May

Clubhouse Main # (727) 822-3873 MON 2

CLOSED

SUN

Mother's Day 13

Brunch Buffet 11 am -3 pm Sailing Demo & Social (Contact SPSC for details)

20:11

20:15

14 14

Salty Sisters

Salty Sisters Saltwater Anglers 6 pm

FRI

Commodore's Cruise Kickoff

SAT

Commodore's Cruise 4th-19th

Wing Shooter's Society 6 pm

Cinco de Derby 5 pm - Lounge FCYC Meeting Harbor Ridge Y&CC

20:06

Cigar & Irish 11 Whiskey Event 6:30 pm

20:09

Amateur Radio Club 6:30 pm

Salty Sisters Woman's Club 5 pm

Rider's Club 6 pm

Trivia 7 pm

Wine Society 6 pm

20:11

20:10

Salty Sisters

Birthday Bash 6-9 pm

Twilight Series

MONDAY CLOSED

TUESDAY

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

Breakfast Buffet 7-9 am Captains Wines ~ 1/2 Price! Limited Lounge Menu after 9:30 pm

FRIDAY

20:19

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

SATURDAY

Almond Crusted Rainbow Trout (May 29th - June 1st) 20:20

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

THURSDAY

20:15

Salty Sisters

20:20

SUNDAY

Limited Lounge Menu after 9:30 pm

Bourbon Chicken with Jasmine Rice (May 22nd - 25th) 20:16 20:17 20:18 20:18

28 28

Twilight Series

Chicken Francine on Brie Cheese Polenta (May 15th - 18th) 20:12 20:12 20:13 20:14

Twilight Series

Medallions of Pork Tenderloin (May 8th - 11th)

20:08

21 21

CLOSED

20:19

CLOSED

Flying Club 5 pm

THURS 2

Sage and Lemon Thyme Seared Chicken (May 1st - 4th) 20:04 20:05 20:05 20:06

CLOSED

20:07

Golf Group 6 pm

WED 1

RDSAS Awards in Mexico Twilight Series

CLOSED

TUES

WEEKLY EVENTS

20:21

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

** MARK YOUR CALENDARS ** Downtown Annual Shut Down Dates for 2018 CLOSED: Monday, July 23rd - Monday, July 30th RE-OPENS: Tuesday, July 31st (normal business hours) Sunset 20:22

Sunset 20:21

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 pm15 May/June 2018

SUN

For Reservations Please Call: 727-360-1646

MON

TUES

WEDNESDAY CLOSED

Mah Jongg 1:00 pm Happy Hour 4 -7 pm Unsinkables 6 pm

SATURDAY Free Appetizer with Dinner Entree (1 per membership) Hours of Operation: Tues & Wed: CLOSED Mon, Thurs, Fri & Sat: 11:30 am - 9:30 pm (Menu available until 9:00 pm) Sunday: Noon-8:00 pm Menu Available (Except during Sunday Brunch - last Sunday of each month)

11 Happy Hour 4 -7 pm

18 Mah Jongg 1:00 pm Happy Hour 4 -7 pm

24 Bloody Mary Bar & Brunch 11 am-2 pm

25 Mah Jongg 1:00 pm Happy Hour 4 -7 pm

19 24

CLOSED

Father's Day Dinner 4-8 pm

5 10

CLOSED

Mah Jongg 1:00 pm

THURSDAY

Free Glass of Sangria with an Entree of $14 or more from 4-9 pm

CLOSED

FRI

SAT

Free Glass of Sangria with an Entree of $14 or more from 4-9 pm

CLOSED 6 11

CLOSED

TUESDAY

FRIDAY

THURS

Happy Hour 4:00-7:00 pm

Happy Hour 4-7 pm Meatloaf & Mashed Potatoes/Veggies $14++

WED

13 13

CLOSED

MONDAY

June

20 25

CLOSED

Liver & Onions $18++ Burger with Cheese $6.50++

Pass-a-Grille

CLOSED

SUNDAY

The Beach Club at

CLOSED

WEEKLY EVENTS

Bridge 11:30 am Happy Hour 4 -7 pm Bingo 6:30 pm

Free Glass of Sangria with an Entree of $14 or more from 4-9 pm

2 Broad Reachers 11 am Live Music on Deck 5-8 pm

Broad Reachers 11 am

Live Music on Deck 5-8 pm

Burger Bar Begins! 6-8:30 pm Bridge 11:30 am

Free Glass of Sangria with an Entree of $14 or more from 4-9 pm

Happy Hour 4 -7 pm Burger Bar! 6-8:30 pm

Bridge 11:30 am

Happy Hour 4 -7 pm

Wine Society 6:00 pm

Free Glass of Sangria with an Entree of $14 or

Burger Bar! 6-8:30 pm

Bridge 11:30 am Happy Hour 4 -7 pm Burger Bar! 6-8:30 pm

29 Free Glass of Sangria with an Entree of $14 or more from 4-9 pm

16 Broad Reachers 11 am Live Music on Deck 5-8 pm

23 Broad Reachers 11 am Live Music on Deck 5-8 pm

30 Broad Reachers 11 am Live Music on Deck 5-8 pm

July Upcoming Events (Dates subject to change) 2: Unsinkables - 4: July 4th Beach Club Buffet - Bingo: - 13: Wine Society 29: Bloody Mary Bar & Brunch Mondays: Mah Jongg - Thursdays: Burger Bar & Bridge - Saturdays: Broad Reachers Pass-a-Grille Annual Shutdown Dates: Tuesday, July 31st - Wednesday, August 15th RE-OPENS: Thursday, August 16th (regular business hours)

Downtown Clubhouse

June

Clubhouse Main # (727) 822-3873 MON 2

TUES

Sailing Demo & Social (Contact SPSC for details)

20:26

Father's Day Brunch Buffet 11 am - 2 pm Cruise to Longboat Key Moorings

20:28

SAT

11 11

18 18

Salty Sisters

2 Death at the Doo WopMurder Mystery Dinner 6 pm

20:22

Twilight Series

SPYC Annual Downtown Poker Run (Main Docks)

Grilled Chicken with Papaya Scallion Salsa (June 5th - 8th) 20:24 20:24 20:24 20:25

12 Salty Sisters 13

Saltwater Anglers Cruising Fleet Lunch (Noon) 6 pm Woman's Club Wing Shooter's Dine Around Society 6 pm

Brunswick Stew (June 12th - 15th) 20:27 20:27

20:26 Riders Club 6 pm

25 25

CLOSED

Golf Group 6 pm

CLOSED

FRI

Almond Crusted Rainbow Trout (June 1st)

CLOSED

20:23

THURS

Twilight Series

CLOSED

WED

CLOSED

SUN

20:30

Salty Sisters

Trivia 7 pm

Wine Society 6 pm

Cruise to Longboat Key Moorings

20:25

Cruise to Longboat Key Moorings

20:28

20:30

Twilight Series

Crispy Fried Baja Fish Tacos (June 26th - 29th) 20:30 20:30 20:30 20:30

17: Riders Club 18: Trivia Night 19: Birthday Bash 21: Dueling Pianos Show

MONDAY CLOSED

TUESDAY

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

Breakfast Buffet 7-9 am Captains Wines ~ 1/2 Price! Limited Lounge Menu after 9:30 pm

FRIDAY

20:30

Downtown Annual Shutdown Dates

Sunset 20:22CLOSED: Sunset 20:21

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

SATURDAY

July Upcoming Events (Dates subject to change) 2-5: Fleet Cruise to SPYC 3: Golf Group 4: 4th of July Celebration 8: Sailing Demo & Social 11: Saltwater Anglers 11: Woman's Club Dine Around 12:Cruising Fleet Dinner 12:Wine Society 12: Wing Shooter's Society 14: FCYC Meeting- Tampa Y&CC

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

THURSDAY

Twilight Series

SUNDAY

Limited Lounge Menu after 9:30 pm

20:28

Salty Sisters

Twilight Series

Grilled Chicken Shawarma (June 19th - 22nd) 20:28 20:29 20:29 20:30

WEEKLY EVENTS

Monday, July 23rd Monday, July 30th RE-OPENS: Tuesday, July 31st

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 pm17 May/June 2018

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Join our Riders Club meeting held the third Tuesday of each month at the Downtown Clubhouse. Upcoming meetings: May 15th and June 19th at 6:15pm. The SPYC Riders recently turned into “route scouts” hitting the winding backroads of Northern Pasco County looking for great new throughways for upcoming rides. We look forward to future rides where we can enjoy these new routes. Ray Noyes and friends traveled to Daytona for Bike Week and also made several side trips including the Space Center in Titusville, the Fort in St. Augustine, and the Race Track Museum in Ocala. Ray logged an impressive 798 miles during his travels.

Main Street during Daytona Beach Bike Week

Flying Club by Andrew Evans

CLUB

CLUBS

Riders Club

by Wayne Bond

April 11th -15th was the 2018 Sun n’ Fun International Fly-in and Expo in Lakeland, FL, and is one of the largest aviation gatherings on the East Coast. Pete Privitera and myself made it on opening day, to be met with more like ‘Rain n’ Mud’, but we still enjoyed our time and worked through the exhibits. We met at the Florida Aerospace Historic Annex, run by the dedicated folks from our own AWAPS (Albert Whitted Airport Preservation Society). Pete Privitera, Tracy Livingston, Dave Wilgus, and myself volunteered, sharing cooking duties for burgers and hot dogs, that helped AWAPS cover their costs. Luckily we returned on Thursday and Friday to glorious sunny and clear skies, along with many happy pilots. We spent time with the folk over at AOPA and EAA, organizations who support General Aviation to the fullest and are often our only voice in Washington. Amazing was AOPA’s Sweepstake Super Cub, which was finished two weeks ago and flown down from Madison, WI. The Annex contains many historic items on display, including details of the Benoist; this was the first commercial flight in the USA from St. Pete to Tampa. Details were also shared about long swallowed up National Airlines in 1934 that began out of Albert Whitted. There were daily airshows which had plenty for everyone, a chance to get up close and personal with every imaginable aircraft, the military display with ability to converse with actual pilots, and amazing daily aerobatic flyers with a stunning display of the F18 Super Hornet and F16 Viper display teams. Our next meeting will be at the Downtown Club, Sunday May 20th (one week later due to Mother’s Day), meet 5:00 pm for cocktails at Tiki Bar (weather permitting), meeting at 6:00 pm, optional dinner at 7:00 pm. E-mail updates will be sent out closer to the date.

National Airlines

Pitts Special

Norm Naughton, Wayne Bond, and Robert Hopkins enjoyed an impromptu “meet & eat” at Chile Verde Mexican Store and Restaurant in St. Petersburg. President…............... Wayne Bond Vice President…....... Ray Noyes Secretary…............... Douglas Freedle

wbond@dwightdarby.com noyescrew@aol.com janusfla@tampabay.rr.com

May/June 2018

Volunteers

Power Boat Competition by Barbara Weller

SPYC Member Life Events Congratulations to SPYC Member Jim Myers!

Seeing Florida By Water …

SPYC member, Jim Myers (also known as the “Head Ding Dong”), rang the Sunset Bell at the Paradise Grille one final time on March 27th, marking his retirement from bell duty after an amazing 21 years of service. It’s a tradition he is pretty familiar with, given that he is one of the founding members of the “Clapper Club”; a group of volunteers who each night, at sunset, entertain visitors at Pass-a-Grille with the “bell story” and the history of this unique part of Florida. A large crowd gathered to thank Mr. Myers for starting and maintaining the bell tradition and a plaque was placed on the bell’s post in his honor. In a short speech at the occasion, Myers reminded the crowd that the tradition of the Sunset Bell will continue without him, thanks to other members of the Clapper Club who honor and appreciate what it stands for every night.

DayTrippers! March’s boat trip to Frenchy’s was so much fun … even for those of us who got there late. Five boats and 16 people (buddied up on boats) made the trip from St. Pete to Clearwater on March 31st where we enjoyed good food, camaraderie, and really good service! On April 14th our boat trip was to Indian Rocks municipal docks; a short trip, but some fun restaurants. These docks are free and on a first come first served basis. Brian Kowalik volunteered to lead this trip. Thank you Brian and Angela! There will be no DayTrippers boat trip in May as most of us will be on the annual Commodore’s Cruise. Look for us in June when we are planning a trip to Homosassa Springs to boat with the manatees. Water shouldn’t be too cold, as we hope to go swimming. We will publish more information on both these upcoming events on our club website. We are working on hosting the 2018 North American Invitational (NAI) in October. This is a prestigious national event attended by experienced yachtsmen who have won Cruising Navigation Rallies in their respective clubs or associations and earned the right to represent those clubs or associations in the NAI. We are looking for a few boats to host visiting yachtsman. Because the competing yachtsmen come from all over the country, and can’t bring their boats, SPYC boat owners have generously allowed their boats to be used in this competition. Our club webpage contains information on participating and the advantages as a participating boat owner. Thank you to everyone who has already volunteered their boat. We will hold an informational meeting in June to provide details, answer questions, and sign up more volunteers. Additionally, if you would like to represent SPYC in this event, we will be holding a series of cruising navigation rallies (with training) to select our NAI representative. Let’s bring home the trophy or have lots of fun trying! Looking forward to seeing you on the water … Barbara Weller, Chair, Power Boat Competition, and 2018 NAI chair barbara.weller221@yahoo.com, 941-356-1680. May/June 2018

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IN MEMORIAM Mr. Mark Galvin ~ March 2018 Mr. W.E. Johnston ~ April 2018 Mr. Louis Ortiz ~ April 1, 2018 Mrs. Jean Louise Davis ~ April 5, 2018

Mr. & Mrs. Dave & Carol Suderland at the Southern Yacht Club in New Orleans.

EMPLOYEE ANNIVERSARIES May

Corey Hall ~ Waterfront Programs Coordinator, 12yrs Jennifer Ophaug ~ Banquet Server, 10yrs Aaron Huston ~ Valet, 7yrs James Lane ~ Banquet Busser, 3yrs Samantha Denton ~ Steward, 1yr Brittany Spencer ~ PAG Supervisor, 1yr

June

James Spencer ~ R&M, 3yrs Logan Schwenn ~ Banquet Server, 1yr Suzanne Cullen ~ PAG Hostess, 1yr Stephen Karasienski ~ Line Cook, 1yr

EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH APRIL 2018, DIANA LANCASTER We would like to extend a heartfelt congratulations to Diana Lancaster, who won the title of “Employee of the Month” for April 2018. Diana works in the Housekeeping Department, and has been with the St. Petersburg Yacht Club since October 1999. Diana shows up to work every day with a smile on her face that warms every room. She is accountable, reliable, hardworking, and goes above and beyond. Diana is also known to keep all the brass inside the Club clean and shining! Diana is a true asset to SPYC and we are very thankful to have her as part of the team. Congratulations, Diana, keep up the phenomenal job! 2020

May/June 2018

Mr. & Mrs. Carlos & Silvia Tessi, from the Manhattan Yacht Club, visited SPYC earlier this year and wanted to thank Mr. Jack O’Connell (SPYC member) for his gracious hospitality in making them feel welcomed, and showing them a good time.

Saturdays in the Summer are

"Member Host Night" at SPYC!

Every Saturday when a Member hosts a table of four (4) or more for dinner in Grille 1909..... the Member will receive a Complimentary Entrée selection.

*One complimentary Entrée selection per hosted table *Reservations strongly encouraged when redeeming this promotion *One check paid for the entire party by the host member *Does not apply for special events and or holidays

Dinner Reservations: 727-822-3873

May & June Culinary Cuisine with... Executive Pastry Chef, Suzanne Gendrot & Chef Tim Cobbs Tuesday, May 22nd at 3:00 pm: Attend a LIVE demonstration at the Downtown Clubhouse Kitchen. Sign-up by May 18th at 727-892-6893, or email member. services@spyc.org (limited to 10 spots, first come - first served basis)

Tuesday, June 26th at 3:00 pm: Attend a LIVE demonstration at the Downtown Clubhouse Kitchen. Sign-up by June 22nd at 727-892-6893, or email member.services@spyc.org (limited to 10 spots, first come - first served basis).

Chocolate Truffle Cake with Chocolate Ganache Gluten Free Servings:â&#x20AC;ŻMakes 5-6 individual cakes Ingredients: 1 Cup Water 1 Cup Sugar 1 Pound Butter 1 Pound Chocolate (Bittersweet or Semisweet) 8 Eggs 1 Tablespoon Vanilla Instructions: 1. Heat first 3 ingredients until butter has melted, then remove from heat. Stir in chocolate until melted, add eggs and vanilla. 2. Pour batter into greased pans (5-6, 4 ounce small individual dishes) 3. Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees. Bake in a water bath for 20 minutes. Check to see if done using a toothpick inserted in center. If toothpick comes out clean, it is ready. Remove cakes from their dishes and place on draining rack. Refrigerate overnight.

Chocolate Ganache Ingredients: 1 Pound Chocolate (small pieces, Bittersweet or Semisweet) 2 Cups Heavy Cream Instructions: 1. In saucepan, heat heavy cream until it boils. 2. Place chocolate in a mixing bowl. Pour hot heavy cream over chocolate. 3. Let stand for a few minutes (be careful not to stir too much and incorporate bubbles) 4. Pour over your individual cakes and refrigerate. Garnish with fresh berries and chocolate.

Have you ever wondered how to sear or caramelize a chicken breast or fish filet? Want to know how to Pittsburg, or crust a steak? Each one must be treated differently to achieve perfection. Please join Chef Tim Cobb as he shows you these techniques, leaving you with mouthwatering results that you can use in your own kitchen.

Rosemary Dijon Pork Tenderloin Serving Size - One Ingredients: 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil 2 Pork Tenderloins (about 1 lb each) 1/2 Teaspoon Kosher Salt 1/4 Teaspoon Black Pepper For the Sauce: 3 Ounces Dijon Mustard 1/4 Cup White Wine (for deglazing) 1- 1/4 teaspoon Fresh Chopped Rosemary Salt & Pepper to taste Instructions: 1. Clean tenderloin of silver skin - pat dry 2. Season with kosher salt & black pepper. 3. In pan on medium high heat, add olive oil - wait until oil shimmers (thins out - nearing its smoke point). 4. Add tenderloins to pan, let sear/caramelized on all sides. Remove and let rest on a plate. 5. Deglaze pan with white wine, let reduce for 1 minute (reduction is the process of thickening and intensifying the flavor of a liquid mixture). 6. Add Dijon mustard, whisk until smooth, add rosemary and salt and pepper to taste. 7. Serve on a dish and pour sauce over tenderloin. May/June 2018

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Celebrate “Cinco de Derby” at the Downtown Clubhouse! Saturday, May 5th | 5:00 pm | Heritage Lounge Your two favorite holidays can now be celebrated on one day, in one location! Complimentary Hors d’oeuvres, Drink & Margarita specials & a creative/festive Sombrero Hat Contest! (No Reservations Required seating is first come, first served)

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Pass-a-Grille Annual Kentucky Derby Party Saturday, May 5th | 5:00 pm | Lounge Complimentary Hors d’oeuvres, Drink Specials including Mint Juleps & the most creative, festive Derby Hat Contest! (No Reservations Required seating is first come, first served)

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Celebrate Cinco de Mayo at the Beach Club with some Ice Cold Margaritas! Classic Mini Margarita, Strawberry Rita or Pineapple Rita ~ $3 each or all 3 for $8. Have your photo taken with a Sombrero when you order all three!

(Available only at our Beach Club location)

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Summer Burger Bar is BACK at Pass-a-Grille!! Beginning June 7th - 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)

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Beginning in May... Reservations for all Banquet Events made 7 days or more prior to an event date will be offered at a “Early Bird Rate” (which will be specified on all ads). If reservations are made after a specific reservation deadline date (stated on all ads), ticket prices will then be an additional $10.00.

*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. 22

May/June 2018

IRISH WHISKEY &

Mother’s Day

CIGAR

Lunch at the Beach Club

• RECEPTION •

Sunday, May 13th Seating from 12 Noon - 4:00 pm

FRIDAY, MAY 11TH ~ 6:30 PM

Featuring ~ Jameson Irish Whiskey

Menu:

Includes: 1 Cigar, Light Hors d’oeuvre's & Flight of Irish Whiskey’s

Includes Soup or House Salad Choice of Entree:

$30++/PER GUEST

5oz Butter Poached Twin Maine Lobster Tails, Mashed Potatoes & Baby Veggies ~ $35++

RESERVATIONS: 727-892-6882 OR CATERING@SPYC.ORG

Surf & Turf~ Grilled petite Filet Mignon topped with Bearnaise Sauce, butter poached Main Lobster Tail, Baked Potato & Veggie ~ $40++ Chef Suzanne’s Dessert A la Carte menu will also be available.

Reservations: 727-360-1646

MOTHER'S Day BRUNCH

Sunday, May 13th Downtown Clubhouse 11:00 am - 3:00 pm $32++/person • $15++/ages 4-12 (3 & under complimentary) Includes: Mimosas, Bloody Marys and a Rose for Mom!

Baked Acadian Red Fish, Crawfish Imperial, Lemon jus & Scallion Oil Herb seared Chicken in Marsala Wine Sauce, Prosciutto, Mushrooms & Fontina Cheese Roasted Tomatoes, Basil Pesto & Goat Cheese Honey Glazed Carrots Vichy Asparagus Maltaise Sexy Grits with Tasso Ham Idaho Mashed Potatoes with Truffle Oil & Chives Poached Eggs Hussarde

Grille 1909 Dining Join us for dinner • Opening at 4:00 pm Our regular A la Carte menu will be available, including Chef's Featured Mother's Day Specials.

Reservations Required: 727-892-6882 or 6887 or spyccatering@tampabay.rr.com

Chef Attended Stations: Roast Prime Rib Au Jus Glazed Baked Ham Omelet Station

Kid ��iendly Food Mac & Cheese Chicken Fingers Pigs in a Blanket

(Cancellations honored until Friday, May 11, if we receive your cancellation after this date, your original reservation will be charged)

May/June 2018

Memorial Day

Specials at Pass-a-Grille

SATURDAY JUNE 2 6:00PM

Monday May 28th

LUNCH 11:30 am - 4:00 pm

DINNER – 4:00 - 9:00 pm

Pulled BBQ Duroc Pork, braised in a country style BBQ Sauce - $13++

Baby Back Ribs: Full Rack - $25++ 1/2 Rack - $19++

Slow Roasted Half Chicken -ORSweet and Smoky Roasted Half Chicken ~ $12++

Slow Roasted Half Chicken ~ $16++

Both served with Corn on the Cob, Coleslaw, Corn Bread & Sliced Watermelon for Dessert

Both served with baked beans, sweet potato mash, coleslaw, corn bread & Apple Pie. Dinners include Soup or House Salad. Lounge Menu also available

Reservations: 727-360-1646

MEET THE PERFORMERS AT 6:30PM MURDERY MYSTER DINNER

50’s Era Drink Specials, enjoy passed hors d’ oeuvres upon arrival & a 50’s inspired dinner. Dress up in 50’s themed attire ~ Prizes for best dressed Male & Female!

“Death at the Doo Wop” Served: Shrimp Louie Salad Warm Rolls & Butter Buffet: Monte Cristo Brochettes Southern Fried Chicken with Pecans & Honey Meatloaf, Mashed Potatoes and Green Beans Almondine Served Dessert: Root Beer Float Coffee, Decaf & Tea

EARLY RESERVATION DISCOUNT

$50++

Per Guest

($60++/PER GUEST FOR RESERVATIONS MADE AFTER 5/25/18 )

An Entertainment Committee Event ~ 48 hour cancellation policy in effect. Reservations: 727-892-6882 or catering@spyc.org

at the Beach

brunch

sunday, june 17th 11:00 am- 2:00 pm

$30++/person & $15++/ages 4-12

Downtown Clubhouse Treat Dad to a special brunch featuring: Shrimp cocktail Sushi Lunch Entrée Specials Breakfast items Omelets Desserts Bloody Marys, Mimosas & LIVE MUSIC!

Reservations: 727-822-3873 24

May/June 2018

Treat Dad to a Special Night Out! SUNDAY, JUNE 17TH 4:00 - 8:00 pm Grilled 16 oz Ribeye topped with Wild Mushroom Ragout & Spiced Red Wine reduction, Sweet Potato Mash & Vegetables ~ $30++ 5 Oz. Butter Poached Twin Maine Lobster Tails, with Mashed Potatoes & Baby Vegetables ~ $30++ Surf and Turf: Grilled petite Filet Mignon topped with Béarnaise Sauce, accompanied by King Crab Legs, Baked Potato & Vegetables ~ $35++ King Crab Legs, Mashed Potatoes and Baby Vegetables ~ $35++ Includes Soup or House Salad

Reservations: 727-360-1646 A la Carte menu will also be available.

4th of July

Happenings Downtown Clubhouse

Beach Club

Buffet

Wednesday , July 4th 5:30-8:30 pm $15++/pp

MENU Downtown Club & Heritage Lounge open at 3:00 pm (offering limited lounge menu) Tiki Hut/Pool open at 12 noon (offering limited lounge menu no access to inside the building until 3:00 pm)

BASH Buffet 6:00 pm $28++/per guest - $14++/children 4-12

INCLUDES: Dinner Buffet & Dessert (Both upstairs in the Ballroom or in Grille 1909) DJ & Dancing (upstairs in Waterfront) Photo-booth (upstairs in Waterfront) Face Painters (in front Lobby)

Grilled Chicken Hamburgers & Hotdogs Cole Slaw, Potato Salad Baked Beans & Corn Cobettes Cookies & Ice Cream Sundae Bar for Dessert! $2 Michelob Ultra Draught The Bar Menu will also be available, but no a la carte dinner menu this evening.

Reservations: 727-360-1646 The Hottest Wedding Showcase on Florida's West Coast

July 8th, 2018 | Noon - 3pm Located at the:

St. Petersburg Yacht Club | St. Petersburg, FL 33701

11 Central Avenue

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!

View the Fireworks from the Pool Deck, Waterfront & Harborview rooms!

Reservations: Ballroom: 727-892-6882 or catering@spyc.org Grille 1909: 727-822-3873

Cancellations will be honored until Sunday, July 1st ~ 5:00 pm. If we receive your cancellation after this date, your original reservation will be charged. NUOVO BRIDE'S