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appy New Year! I hope you have made resolutions that will be challenging, yet worthwhile. Let’s hope that 2021 is a less interesting year than 2020. May it bring peace, prosperity, good health and favorable winds.
Looking farther ahead, Summer Camp Registration is officially open for members. Camps are available for children ages 5-16. For more details please contact our Sailing Center at 727-8223113 or online: www.sailstpete.org.
In Florida, this is the beginning of our sailing season. When the rest of the country is chipping ice off their boats and shoveling snow, we have lots of sailboat racing in these short, cool days. Some upcoming regattas being held at SPYC over the next few months include: Snipe Florida State Championship and Multihull Regatta, Disabled Regatta, J-Fest, Winter Foil Regatta, Valentine’s Regatta, Crown Cars Regatta, Habana Regatta, Ted Irwin Memorial Pusser’s Rum Cup, Suncoast Race Week, NOOD Regatta, Regatta Del Sol al Sol, Twilight Sailing, Snipe Masters Worlds, US Match Racing Regatta, and the Lightning and Thistles Midwinter Championships. For a full list of regattas, NOR’s, and online entry, please visit www.spyc.org/regattas.
I’d like to thank our members for contributing to our annual Employee Holiday Fund, making it a big success! Please continue to support them by using our Club and being generous with those who serve us and make the membership experience enjoyable. Remember that because of Covid, fewer events are being held at the Club, which unfortunately means reduced hours and decreased tips. Please use our clubhouse to the level you feel comfortable and let your servers know you appreciate them, as well as those who work “behind the scenes.”
If you are looking for a good reason to come visit SPYC, here are a few Club hosted events: • Something for the Kids and their Parents taking place this month - SPYC Kids Video Game Bus Party & Game Show Night featuring “The Really Wed Game” are both taking place Saturday, January 9th. • Comedy Night with a very funny comedian - Frank Del Pizzo on Friday, January 22nd (full details to these events are listed in this issue).
Finally, I’d like to end this Commodore’s Log by sharing photos from a recent family boating trip. My 2021 resolution is to try to avoid distraction during the important moments of my life and to remember what really matters. Respectfully,
For up to date Club events and news, please don’t forget to LIKE the St. Petersburg Yacht Club on Facebook or follow us on Instagram. Commodore David Mendelblatt
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Marc Reydams......................................................................................................823-1219 General Manager | gm@spyc.org
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Colleen Finney, CHAE........................................................................................823-1061 Chief Financial Officer | controller@spyc.org Membership Department...............................................................................892-6888 Membership@spyc.org
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Joseph Van Bemmel..........................................................................................892-6889 Executive Chef | executivechef@spyc.org Shannon Nylander, CPCE ,WSET2...............................................................892-6882 Director of Catering | catering@spyc.org Jamie Lord.............................................................................................................892-6897 Catering Assistant | cateringinfo@spyc.org Leah Wieter ...........................................................................................................892-6893 Member Services/Marketing Coordinator | member.services@spyc.org
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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
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Shawn Macking...................................................................................................822-3113 Waterfront Director | Waterfront-director@spyc.org Chase Hudspeth & John Toberman..............................................................822-3227 dockmaster@spyc.org Todd Fedyszyn.....................................................................................................896-8101 Youth Sailing Director | youthsailingdirector@spyc.org Steve Partridge....................................................................................................892-6892 Facilities Manager | facilitiesmgr@spyc.org
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Maritza Villanueva.............................................................................................892-6894 Housekeeping/Valet/Security Manager | housekeeping@spyc.org Suzanne Gendrot................................................................................................822-3873 Executive Pastry Chef ext. 223 suzanne-g@spyc.org
Downtown Clubhouse: 822-3873 Pass-a-Grille Clubhouse: 360-1646 Snell Isle Marina: 895-8142 Downtown Marina: 822-3227 Sailing Center: 822-3113 Business Office: 892-6883 or 892-6884 www.SPYC.org
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HOURS of OPERATION COVID-19 TEMPORARY CLUB HOURS
(Club hours are subject to change.)
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Downtown Hours of Operation: Clubhouse is Open: Tuesday - Sunday Doors open at 11:00 am (Closed Mondays)
Commodore Dining Room: Friday & Saturday: Open 5:30 - 10:00 pm Food Service Full Menu: 5:30 - 8:30 pm Beverage Service: 5:30 - 10:00 pm LIVE Piano Music: 7:00 - 10:00 pm
Heritage Lounge Tuesday - Thursday: Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm Beverage Service: 11:00 am -9:00 pm Food Service: 11:30 am - 9:00 pm (Full Menu)
Tiki Hut: Tuesday - Thursday: 5:00 - 8:30 pm - Friday: 5:00 - 11:00 pm (Last call is 10:30 pm) *Beverage & Full Menu Service Available* Saturday: 1:00 - 11:00 pm (Last call is 10:30 pm) Sunday: 1:00 -7:30 pm
Friday & Saturday: Open 11:00 am - 10:30 pm Beverage Service: 11:00 am -10:30 pm Food Service: 11:30 am - 9:30 pm (Full Menu) 9:30 - 10:30 pm (Light Fare Menu)
TO-GO FOOD: 4:00 - 7:30 pm (Order ahead to pick up, or order while you are here to take home.)
Sunday: Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm Beverage Service: 11:00 am -9:00 pm Food Service Brunch: 11:00 am - 2:00 pm Food Service Full Menu: 11:30 am - 9:00 pm
Sunday Brunch: A la Carte Brunch Items available on Sunday only from 11:00 am-2:00 pm (Lounge & Tiki) 1909 Grille: Closed Bridge Breakfast: Closed
Pass-a-Grille Clubhouse: Pool opens at 11:00 am and Clubhouse opens at 11:30 am. Table side food and beverage service indoors or outdoors from 11:30 am to 8:30 pm. Please observe 6 foot physical distancing. SMOOTH SAILING | JANUARY 2021
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HAPPY NEW YEAR! Goodbye 2020...Hello 2021! It may have been a challenging year but, we made it through and stayed strong together. We look forward to another year with our SPYC Family & Friends!
Welcome New Members Active: Mr. Scott McGinnis Mr. & Mrs. David & Barbara Boucher Mr. & Mrs. Keith“Jake”& Ingrid Jacobus Mr. & Mrs. Tony & Ellen Sanpere Active Boat: Mr. & Mrs. Scot & Suzette Dahl Non Resident: Miss Nancy Koeper & Miss Roxanne Jeske Mr. & Mrs. Charles & Leslie Immel Ms. Lisa Muth & Mr. John Batchelor Intermediate: Miss Alexis Biondi Mrs. Bijie Ding & Mr. Mike Kontopidis Mr. & Mrs. Michael & Rosie Meyer
Group: Mr. & Mrs. Chris & Michelle Hughes PAG Only: Mr. & Mrs. Doug & Norma Allen Mr. & Mrs. Michael & Karen Boyer Reinstate: Dr. Rosalind Flynn Proposers: Will Reed Matt Towery Daniel Spalding Dr. Edward McConnell Dan Harvey Sara Harned Rebecca White Scott Jacobus Gene McCarthy
The Club relies on our members’ proposals and we thank you for your support! CLUB MEMBERSHIP: Wayne Andrews Membership Chairman
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In Rememberance
P.C. TOBY KRAYER
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RAYER, Alfred C. Jr. “Toby” a son of St. Petersburg who became one of the city’s business and civic leaders, died Sunday, November 22, 2020. He was 89. Mr. Krayer died at Bayfront Hospital, where he had undergone emergency surgery a week earlier. His devoted wife, his daughters and his oldest granddaughter, a physician, were at his side. “Toby” Krayer was born December 7, 1930, the youngest of three children with two older sisters. At St. Petersburg High School, he was a basketball star and was later inducted into the school’s sports hall of fame. He went to Duke University on a basketball scholarship, and he earned a bachelor’s degree in business and economics. After graduation, he served two years in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. Upon returning to St. Petersburg, Mr. Krayer started a career in banking and soon joined Union Trust Bank in downtown St. Petersburg. Through a series of bank mergers and name changes, Mr. Krayer rose through the ranks. Meanwhile, he earned an advanced degree in banking from Louisiana State University. He also started a family. The young banker courted and married Carole Marie Heiser, who had moved from Ohio to St. Petersburg after college. They had three daughters, who became mothers to six grandchildren. All nine of those descendants also graduated from St. Petersburg High School. One daughter is a teacher there. Ultimately, Mr. Krayer became president of C&S Bank for Pinellas and Pasco counties. When he retired, he had helped countless businesses and individuals arrange their finances. He also had helped launch the careers of other young bankers who would become prominent civic figures themselves. Outside the bank, Mr. Krayer was equally active in civic causes and organizations, serving on various boards and fund-
raising drives. In 2000, he was named Mr. Sun during the city’s Festival of States and rode with honor in the ensuing parade. When he was 11, Toby decorated his own bike and rode along in that year’s parade, when his older sister Miriam was crowned Sungoddess. Mr. Krayer was a member and became commodore of the St. Petersburg Yacht Club, a modest irony given that he was slightly prone to seasickness. During and after his banking career, Mr. Krayer served prominently on the board of AAA. Similar to banks, local motor clubs were consolidating into steadily larger businesses. Mr. Krayer helped guide those mergers and represented the local units in national AAA circles. Mr. Krayer is survived by his wife, Carole; his daughters, Karyn Tash (Paul), Kolleen Kellin, and Kathryn Krayer-Zimring (Devin); six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Paul Tash is the chairman and CEO of the Tampa Bay Times. Mr. Krayer was a loving husband and an immensely patient father. None of his daughters can remember him ever raising his voice, even when they gave him cause. Mr. Krayer was a cheerful extrovert with a genuine affection for people. He was a steadfast friend to many, especially Frank Scarritt. Even after Mr. Scarritt moved to Jacksonville to be with his own daughter, the two spoke every day. They were as close as brothers. “Smile and the whole world smiles with you,” his wife recalls Mr. Krayer saying. “Weep and you weep alone.” Because of the pandemic, the family is gathering for a private graveside service at Memorial Park Cemetery in St. Petersburg. The burial will be one day after the 64th anniversary of his wedding. Mr. Krayer will rest in a blue casket, the color of his beloved Duke Blue Devils. Instead of flowers, the family suggests that those who are inclined can make a donation in Mr. Krayer’s honor to a favorite charity.
www.andersonmcqueen.com/tribute/details/203003/Alfred-Krayer-Jr/obituary.html SMOOTH SAILING | JANUARY 2021
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At age 15, John Jennings was skipper of the SPYC Junior Club team that qualified for the 1956 US Yacht Racing Union (USYRU–Sears Cup) junior championship regatta in New Orleans, Louisiana. [Going into the last race his team had a commanding lead. The flag on the starting buoy brushed his boat and, in conformance with the rules of that time, he immediately withdrew from that race. He lost that championship, but he set a notable example of good sportsmanship.]
John won the Florida Sailing Association (FSA) Junior Championship in 1956, 1957 and 1958 and the FSA Men’s Sailing Championship five times between 1960 and 1973. He was 17 years of age when he dominated a 45-boat fleet at the 1958 Thistle Class National Championship regatta sailed at Fairhope, Alabama. The participants included many notable sailors who were very surprised by young John Jennings. In 1958, at age 18, he won the Thistle Class National Championship. In the 1970’s John led SPYC teams to victory in the US Yacht Racing Union Men’s National Sailing Championship (Mallory Cup) and in USYRU Match Racing Championship (Prince of Wales Cup) competitions. He repeated his Prince of Wales win in 1973, and in 1979 he, with son John M. Jennings in the crew, again won the Mallory Cup. In 2007, he won (for the fourth time) the Invitational Masters Championship on San Francisco Bay—an event open only to winners of major national and international championships. In 2016, in his seventh decade of competitive sailing, he won the Corinthian Division of the J70 midwinter championships sailed here in St. Petersburg. We honor for more than his sailing achievements. We honor him for his many contributions to young sailors at SPYC in their transition from Green Fleet to Collegiate to All Americans and beyond, and for the role model he provided countless people in our sailing program. Ed Baird described John’s influence as this: “John was the guy we could go to that could guide us to what we needed in our sailing lives. He knew who to talk to about equipment, how to approach a new race venue and how to deal with the ups and downs of racing.” Allison Jolly, tells us this about “Dr. John:” “I learned from him how to prepare for events, from little things like having a properly equipped ditty bag onboard, to big things like leaving the dock early to check the wind and current. But the unspoken lesson what he taught me.”
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The Seawanhaka Corinthian Yacht Club burgee has been a matter of intrigue. Since the remodel of the Regatta Room, it was a mystery as to where it came from or what it represented. With sleuthing efforts, determination, and the cooperation of sailors who were part of this history, the mystery has been revealed. Please read on! “The signed and framed burgee was presented to the St. Petersburg Yacht Club in March 2005. Seawanhaka members Al and Priscilla Constants were among the team racing competitors that signed the burgee. Above Photo: Al Constants presenting the Seawanhaka YC burgee to PC Pat Seidenspinner, March 2005.
The first team racing meeting between the St. Petersburg Yacht Club and Seawanhaka Corinthian Yacht Club occurred in St. Petersburg exactly one year earlier, in the spring of 2004. The race was sailed in Sonars, 2 on 2. Seawanhaka won that first series.
Above Photo—2004 Team Racers L-R: Renée Athey, Sherry Welch, Diane Fowler, Karen Park, Susan Wallace, Linda Cortez
The SPYC team travelled to Oyster Bay, NY, in Oct. 2004, and were hosted at the home of Al and Priscilla Constants, and also in rooms at the yacht club proper during the days of chilly and breezy racing. Sonars were sailed once again, but this time, with spinnakers. Seawanhaka won handily. There was one last meeting of the teams in March 2005, again in St. Petersburg, and again in Sonars, but without spinnakers this time. The signed burgee was presented at the close of this racing series, which Seawanhaka won yet again. In defense of the SPYC team, Seawanhaka’s younger sailors team raced on a very regular basis, frequently even competing internationally in team racing events. The challenge between the two clubs ended there, with good will and special memories to last a lifetime!” [Other Sailors who participated in these events include: PC Rich & Char-Nel Doyle, Joe Frohock…] [Thanks to Renée Athey for this article.]
Photo Below—2005 Team Racing Event L-R: Trisha Birkenstock, Karen Park, Renée Athey Vargas, Mateo Vargas, PC Tito Vargas, Al Constants, PC Pat Seidenspinner, Colin Park & Ralph Seidenspinner
(PLEASE NOTE: Photos appearing in this article were taken pre-Covid-19.)
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SPYC MEMBER LIFE EVENTS
SKY SAILING HALFWAY AROUND THE WORLD
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or my partner Heidi Trilsch and myself sailing around the world was a dream for both of us. Sadly, Heidi had to fly back from the Galapagos and is now Heidi on Helm fighting a courageous battle with lung cancer. Now SKY is stuck in Australia until the Covid-19 is under control and we are allowed back in Australia to finish our voyage. Hopefully, we can go back to SKY in Australia, now projected to be the end of 2021! Since our Bon Voyage Reception at the SPYC on Dec. 2nd, 2018, we sailed 1583 miles to Rodney Bay, St Lucia to meet the World ARC 2019. Our ARC voyage started Jan. 12th, 2019 and we sailed to Santa Marta, Columbia, the San Blas Islands, through the Panama Canal which was an adventure unto itself. After 10 days in Panama we sailed to the Galapagos than 3000 miles to the Marquesas, Tuamotus, Society Islands, Cook Islands, Niue, Tonga, Fiji, Vanuatu and finishing the first half around the world in Mackay, QLD, Australia.
Cruising Club of Australia
Our insurance company did not want SKY to stay in North Queensland during the cyclone season (November to April) and SKY had to be south of Brisbane. We moved the boat to Coomera to have work done after the wear
SPYC member, Jopie Helsen, and crew Bora Bora
and tear of open ocean sailing only to have a direct lightning strike while on land in the Boat Works Yard. The strike destroyed everything electrical and cost $227,000 to repair. So much for avoiding the cyclone season. The positive is that SKY is in better shape than it ever been, and we were able to make many improvements to SKY for sailing the second half of the World ARC. We have been blessed to be able to sail SKY this far and it was a dream come through. On the voyage we I visited most of the yacht clubs on its route, from spartan clubs like the one in Tanna to famous ones like the Cruising Yacht Club of Australia which Heidi and I visited when she joined me in Australia in February. SKY had a slip for 4 weeks at The Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron in Manly, QLD which was established in 1885. All the clubs enjoyed having us visit and welcomed us as sailor’s only can since we all relate to love of adventure and sailing. This has been an incredible adventure and I am looking forward to finishing the circumnavigation of SKY when the Covid virus is under control and the international destinations are open to sailors. SKY is an incredible ocean sailing yacht and is designed to sail the seven seas! Our website: www.svsky57.com (Article contributed by SPYC Member - Jopie Helsen)
Total distance sailed 13,399 nautical miles to Coomera, QLD, Australia Longest leg; Galapagos to Hiva Oa, Marquesas 3000 nautical miles in 17 days Visited 19 countries and territories Distance to complete circumnavigation 16,590 nautical miles, hopefully in 2022 Jopie Helsen has been a member of SPYC since 1966. Raced SORC from 1962 to 1975
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YACHTING INFORMATION
COMMITTEE P.C. Michael & Jacqueline Blacker Drive-by Parade
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hen was the last time someone held a parade for you? Whereas, the Commodore’s Ball was added to this year’s list of “Covid Casualities”, there were those who wished to show their heartfelt appreciation to our outgoing Commodore, Michael Blacker, and his lovely wife Jacqueline. On Saturday, November 21st, led by one of St. Pete’s finest patrol cars, a festive (and socially distanced) car parade – complete with signs, burgees, noise makers and a “C” flag (change of watch) – flooded the quiet residential home of the Blackers’. To his surprise, P.C. Blacker came outside to a yard that had been “flocked” with flamingos, ‘CONGRATS’ spelled out in free standing
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letters and a sign that said “We flew in to cheer! It’s all Smooth Sailing from here!”. His son Noah, daughter Alexandra, son-inlaw Mike, three grandchildren – Penelope, Amelia, baby Henry – and several furry family members were there to share in the recognition of Michael and Jacqueline. Among the supporters who joined in the festivities were Com. David Mendelblatt and wife Amy who performed a “Change of Watch” of sorts by presenting Jacqueline an orchid. All of us wish them fair winds and smooth sailing!
Yachting Recognition Awards “Call for Nominations”
ELIGIBILITY:
* Club Members, Spouses, and Dependents
Meet the criteria for the following Trophies:
> Donald D. White Cruising Trophy: for a Cruiser who has embarked on a long journey in 2020. > Pat Seidenspinner Award: for a female SPYC member who advocates the Club to improve its stature within the membership, the sailing community, or other organizations, who is seen as a mentor to others. > America's Great Loop: in recognition of those who have completed one or more "Loops" around the Eastern third of the US via designated routes. > World Champions Trophy: to members who have won the World Championships as Skippers in One Design Regattas or Match Racing World Finals > Circumnavigation Award: to members who have traveled great distances outside the US.
* Junior Sailors and Members of the Sailing Center
Selection Criteria for Individuals Who: * Have distinguished themselves and brought honor to the SPYC by outstanding performance in national/international yachting competition, * Have accomplishments in race or event management of such significance as to draw national/international recognition, * Through long and noteworthy service in yachting activities, distinguish themselves to an unusual and unique degree, * Special awards are given to Cruisers who have embarked on long journeys in 2020. Details to submit your nominations contact: Trisha Birkenstock at trisha.birky@gmail.com SMOOTH SAILING | JANUARY 2021
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JR. SAILING
ARTICLE by Todd Fedyszyn
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he SPYC Junior Sailing Team has had a busy fall competing in events in and around Tampa Bay. Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the local area clubs set up a series events called the Tampa Bay Series. These events catered to our local Opti, Laser and High School Sailors. The series started in September and finished in December with three events for each class. Participation was excellent and the racing was tight with SPYC sailors dominating across all three classes. SPYC was represented by 20 Opti RWB sailors, 11 Green Fleeter’s and 12 Lasers. Eleven members of our Opti RWB racing team made the trek over the Thanksgiving holiday to race in the Opti Midwinter Championships hosted by the Southern Yacht Club in New Orleans. John Hartney was our top performer in the RWB fleet finishing in 13th overall in a fleet of 110 boats. Also racing were Rosie Simpson, Jan Mistak, Chris Shaffer, Anna Andert, Maija Andert, Jackson Lee, Leah Abrams, and
Finn Cox. SPYC Green Fleeter’s Ethan Cox and Cooper Lee also competed. The SPYC Laser Team travelled to Houston Texas to compete in the Laser Gulf Coast Championship in October. Guthrie Braun took the overall win in the laser Radial Class putting in a strong performance in the light conditions. Guthrie was followed by Kate Danielson in 7th overall and 2nd female. Emily Allen and Sidney Moyer also made the trip. SPYC hosted the 2020 Laser District 13 Championships over the weekend of November 14-15. The event was limited to 75 competitors and filled up within minutes. Guthrie Braun was our top performer finishing 3rd overall in the highly competitive 45 Radial Fleet. Emily Allen finished in 6th overall and was followed by Ethan Danielson in 11th and Sidney Moyer in 16th. Also competing for SPYC were Jack Carter, Kate Danielson, Peyton Weaver, Preston Weaver, Logan Rimel, Trevor Hicks, Heidi Hicks, Emma Shakespeare, Callen Burnett, and Dorothy Mendelblatt.
UPCOMING REGATTA SCHEDULE 2021 REGATTA SCHEDULE SNIPE FLORIDA STATE REGATTA/MULTIHULL ~ JANUARY 9TH - 11TH MASTER DRIVER TEAM CHAMPIONSHIP ~ CANCELLED J-FEST J/70’S, J-88S & J111’S MIDWINTER CHAMPIONSHIP ~ JANUARY 22ND - 24TH FORMULA KITE NORTH AMERICAN CHAMPIONSHIPS ~ JANUARY 24TH - 28TH THISTLES MIDWINTERS EAST CHAMPIONSHIP ~ CANCELLED NOOD REGATTA ~ APRIL 2ND - 4TH VALENTINE’S REGATTA ~ MAY 1ST & 2ND Visit www.spyc.org/regattas for information such as NOR’s and online registration. JANUARY 2021 | SMOOTH SAILING
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WHAT’S HAPPENING AT THE CLUB? All events listed are taking place at the Downtown Clubhouse only:
Tiki Hut Entertainment Every Friday ~ 5:00 - 11:00 pm Jan. 8 Dave Williamson Jan. 15: Geoff Proud Jan. 22: Dave Williamson Jan. 29: Dave Vallierie Heritage Lounge Entertainment Friday & Saturday ~ 7:00 - 11:00 pm Jan. 2: Chris Rooney Jan. 8th & 9th: Steve Mullis Jan.15: Chris Rooney Jan. 16: Dave Vallierie Jan. 22nd & 23rd: Andre Roy Jan. 29th & 30th: Steve Mullis Trivia Night
Wednesday, January 20th • 6:00 – 8:30 pm $10++/pp | Plated Dinner Served Limited to 10 persons per team, per table RSVP Online: www.spyc.org 727-892-6882
Wine Society January 21st & 22nd (6:00 pm both nights) RSVP Online: www.spyc.org OR 727-892-6882 Wine Society Prix-Fixe Dinner - Visit the event calendar in Member Central at www.spyc.org for details. RSVP online or call Catering at 727-892-6882 *All dates are subject to change.* SMOOTH SAILING | JANUARY 2021
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Happy January
Birthdays!!
Mr. Bruce Ahern Mr. John Albrecht Mr. David Arata Mr. James Assenheimer Mrs. Lois Atkins Col. William F. Bain Mr. Andrew Baird Mrs. Faith Baker Mr. Andre Balash Mr. Frank Ball Mrs. Carol Barnes Mr. J. Paxton Barnett Mr. Benjimen Batazhan Mrs. Nancy Bauer Mrs. Andrea Beil Mrs. Lynell Bell Mrs. Renee Benson Dr. Eddy Berges Past Comm. Frederick Bick Mrs. Trisha Birkenstock Past Comm Michael Blacker Mrs. Barbara Boehler Past Comm. Donald Bogue Mr. John Bosschaert Mr. Michael Boyer Mr. Scott Boyle Ms. Geraldine L. Brasch Mr. Winston Bridges Mrs. Jill R. Bridges Mr. Randall Bridges Mr. Gregory Buckner Mr. Lawrence J. Burns Mr. Steven Busch Mr. Anthony Cambria Mr. Donald N. Campagna Mr. Howell Neil Campbell Mr. Terrance Carlson Mr. John Carr Mr. Larry Carter Mr. William King Carter Mr. John Cartier Mrs. Barbara P. Catalioto
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Mrs. Jennifer Chandler Mr. Glynn Chaney Mr. Roy E. Chapman Mr. Clyde H. Chapman Mr. Thomas A. Chesnutt Mr. Kenneth C. Clark Mrs. Jennifer Clark Mr. Frederick Cotsakis Mr. Robert Coupal Mrs. Mary Lou Crawford Dr. Gwyn Crump Mrs. Margaret Daugherty Mrs. Allison Hardin David Mr. William Dawson Mr. J. R. Dee Mr. Frank Deluca Ms. Debra A. Disch Mrs. Linda Dow Dr. William Drake Dr. John Dsurney Mr. Finley D. Durham Mrs. Mallory Dutton Mr. Reuben Eaves Mr. Frank Edgar Mrs. Trina Fard Mr. Richard Fargione Mrs. Cynthia Lake Farrell Mr. Roger Feeley Dr. Andrea J. Felch Mr. David Ferguson Mr. Kevan A. Finch Mr. Lucas Ford Mrs. Suzanne Froid Mrs. Kelly L. Fyffe Mrs. Tara Gaffney Mr. Millard G. Gamble Mrs. Jill Gates Mr. Mark Ginocchio Mrs. Karen L. Givens Ms. Nancy J. Graver Mrs. Beverly Greene Mrs. Lyn Greene
Mr. Thomas W. Gregory Mrs. Joanne Gregory Mr. Laurence Growney III Mr. James Hall Mrs. Marie Hall Mrs. Kathi Hall Miss Rachel Hardage Mr. Christopher Harris Mrs. Unni Haskell Mr. David C. Hastings Mrs. Jo Hastings Mrs. Janice I. Haueisen Mr. James Healy Mr. Colby Hearn Mr. Daniel R. Hedrick Mrs. Mel Henter Dr. David Hill Dr. Charles Hirt Mr. Stephen Hlas Mr. Edward M. Hoke Mr. John E. Howard Mrs. Mary Lou Howe Mr. David Huey Dr. William A. Hunter Mr. John Jackson Mr. Brooks Jeffery Mrs. Rosemary Johnson Ms. Allison Jolly Mr. Stephen Jones Mrs. Stephanie Judd Mr. F. Carter Karins Mr. John F. Kiely Mrs. Carolyn Kiely Ms. Patricia Kincer Mrs. Madelyn Kinemond Ms. Karen Kisten Mrs. Melinda Klingel Mrs. Nancy Koeper Mr. Andrew Kullman Mrs. Laura Labbee Mr. Ryan Laky Ms. Bette A. LaPlatney
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Birthday wishes from SPYC! Anytime during the month of your Birthday, stop by the Club and enjoy a complimentary entree & dessert (Not valid for special events, parties or promotions. No-splitting of free entrée, please.)
(Please contact the Member Services Coordinator if you do not see your birthday listed, or if your birthdate is not correctly displayed and and needs to be updated. Email: member.services@spyc.org)
Mr. Ryan A. Larrison Mrs. Suzanne Larrison Mrs. Lorraine Leadbetter Mr. Gordon Leadbetter Ms. Libby Lee Mr. Clifton C. Lewis Mr. Joe Shane Ligon Mr. Tracy Livingston Ms. Ashley Livingston Ms. Emily Lofton Mrs. Suzanne Lombardi Mr. Richard L. Lonnon Mrs. Patricia C. Loughery Dr. Mark Luther Mr. Daniel Macheca Mrs. Mary Maloof Ms. Holanda Manzano Ms. Donna Sue Marks Mr. Victor Maslov Mr. Adib Mastry Mrs. Christine Mastry Mr. Liam McCarthy Ms. Sheila McDevitt Mr. Michael R. McDonough Mr. James McGinty Mrs. Barbara McGowan Mr. Brent McLean Mrs. Ginger McMillen Mr. Frank Melchiore Mr. Manuel Mendoza Mr. David Miller Mr. Thomas Minkoff Mrs. Marlene Mock Mr. Martin Morris Mrs. Tamara Morrison Ms. Karen H. Moseley Mrs. Stephanie Mucciano Mr. William Murphy Mr. Robert Murray Mrs. Lynn Murray Mrs. Carol Myers Mr. Jerry L. Nebel
Mrs. Jennifer Nyitray Mr. Robert O’Brien Mrs. Catalina O’Brien Mr. John M. O’Connell Mrs. Kimberly Opiela Mrs. Sarah Osterholt Mrs. Joanna Ozkaya Mr. Jeffrey Pawlowski Mrs. Michelle Payne Mrs. Michelle Petrillo Dr. Philip M. Pfeffer Mrs. Phyllis L. Pilant Mrs. Susan Pitcher Mr. Mark C. Ploch Dr. Zoe Proctor-Weber Mr. David B. Quinty Mrs. Janna Pace Ranney Mrs. Janet Raymond Mr. Marc Reydams Mr. James A. Richter Mr. Arturo M. Rios Dr. John Robb Mrs. Lisa Robbins Mrs. Christina Roddey Mr. Bob Rudnicki Mrs. Geri Ruhlman Ms. Rachael Russell Mrs. Bridget Saulnier Mr. Joseph H. Saunders Past Comm. Frank Scarritt Mrs. Susan Schleicher Mrs. Kuni Schmertzler Mr. Thomas Scholl Mrs. Regina Schwyn Mr. Bryce Seaman Mr. Christopher Shakespea Mr. Kurt Shallenberger Ms. Carol Sheehan Mr. George Simmons Rear Comm. Brian Smith Ms. Julia Smith Mr. Jeff Smith
Mr. Tim Snyder Mr. Joseph R. Spangler Mr. Jorge Danta Spector Mrs. Norma Spegal Mr. Christopher Spencer Dr. George Spoto, Jr. Mrs. Cynthia Stanley Mr. Robert Sterrett Ms. Ellen C. Sullivan Mrs. Andrea Swift Mr. Jack Thomasson Mr. Jonathan Toppe Mr. John R. Treadwell Mrs. Joan Tripp Mrs. Shawn Ulrich Dr. Stephen Updegraff Mr. Garth Vernon Mr. Derek Vlaming Mr. William H. Walker Mrs. Sara Wallace Mr. John Wallace Past Comm. Thomas R. Wall Mr. William A. Walton Mrs. Mary Waters Mr. Christian Weber Mrs. Sally Wedding Mr. Harold Wells Dr. Rebecca J. White Mrs. Cheryl Whiteman Mr. Edmund Wilson Ms. Alexis J. Winning Mrs. Katheryn Wolz Mr. J. Emory Wood Mrs. Noel Wood Mrs. Jayne Wright Mrs. Dale Wybrow Mr. Peyton Yon Mr. Jeff Young Mr. Robert Zaiser
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WHAT’S HAPPENING
AT SPYC? SPYC Straz Group Excursions! Enjoy an evening out with Dinner, Drinks, Round-Trip Transportation and an AMAZING Show at the Straz!
Saturday ~ June 19, 2021 Prix Fixe Dinner & Drinks at the Downtown Clubhouse Arrival: 4:45 pm | Dinner Served: 5:00 pm | Transportation Arrives: 6:30 pm | Showtime at 8:00 pm Premiere Seating for SPYC Members! Front Mezzanine Box ~ $288/pp (all inclusive) Front Orchestra Row GG ~ $342/pp (all inclusive) Reservation Deadline: March 1st RSVP at: 727-892-6893 or email Member Services at: member.services@spyc.org (Straz Performing Arts Center ensures all visitors that their Covid-19 sanitation policy will still be in effect for the safety and health of all their patrons.)
SPYC COMEDY NIGHT
with comedian Frank Del Pizzo
Friday, January 22nd, 2021 Doors open ~ 6:30 pm
Downtown
Heavy Hors d’ Oeuvres & Drinks ~ 6:30 pm
Reservations Required:
Show Begins ~ 7:30 pm
www.spyc.org (48-hour
$45++/per guest (includes one drink) ($35++/per guest -if reservations are made by 1/15/21) PFO Bar (the bartender will have a Credit Card machine for anyone bringing non-member guests) JANUARY 2021 | SMOOTH SAILING
cancellation policy in effect)
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MAGIC COMEDY SHOW & DINNER
Downtown
Sit Down Dinner Served (Dinner includes a glass of Cabernet or Pinot Grigio) Salad ~ Baby Red Oak Leaf, Belgium Endive and Blistered Join us for a night of illusion by Magician Denny Corby
Fresh Asparagus, Seared Blackberries, Mandarin Oranges and
(who has appeared on “Penn & Teller: Fool Us”)
Balsamic Crema
Saturday, February 27th, 2021
Entrée ~ Trio of Pork Tenderloin, Chicken Scallopini and Beef
6:30 pm ~ Doors Open, Dinner Only Reservations Seated
Tenderloin Medallion
7:30 pm ~ Dessert Only, Reservations Seated
Dessert & Coffee ~ Pistachio Cake, Kirshwasser and Praline,
8:00 pm ~ Show Begins!
Cookies, Milk Chocolate Mousse and Assorted Chocolates
Dinner, Dessert & Show ~ $50++/per guest
Reservations Required: www.spyc.org
Dessert & Show only ~ $20++/per guest
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SPYC KIDS VIDEO GAME PARTY! Prepare for an awesome night out with two Video Game Buses at the Club! Multi-sensory game theater, hosted by “Rolling Video Games”, includes the COOLEST game titles across multiple consoles something for every gamer and every skill level! (Includes: Pizza, Chicken Fingers, Cookies & Lemonade)
RESERVATIONS REQUIRED Online at www.spyc.org | Or Call: 727-892-6882 (Limited to first 24 kids | 48-hour cancellation policy in effect) JANUARY 2021 | SMOOTH SAILING
Saturday - January 9, 2021 | 6:00 - 9:00 pm $15++/per child (For ages 7 & Up)
Parents, sign-up for the “Game Show” on the same evening and your child’s entry fee to this event is only $10++ (Parents must remain on premise during this event.)
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Ya’ll are invited to ATTEND »Featuring LIVE Music by the “Southern Pride” Band »Break out the cowboy boots for some Country Line Dancing (line dancing instruction included)
Saturday, March 20th 5:30 - 10:00 pm
»Take a ride on the wild side and see how long you can tame the Mechanical Bull! (Bull will be santized after each ride)
Early Bird Rate! $35++/per guest If reservartions are made before March 3rd $45++/per guest after March 4th
Dinner Buffet: 5:30-8:30 pm (served by buffet attendants)
Fried Chicken, BBQ Pork Ribs, Meatloaf, Peach Cobbler, Strawberry Shortcake & MORE! NO Host Bar - 48-hour cancellation policy in effect Reservations Required: www.spyc.org, 727-892-6882 or catering@spyc.org
COOKING FORUM DEMONSTRATIONS JANUARY 6TH (DOWNTOWN) Chef Joseph “Louisiana Smoked Duck & Andouille Sausage Gumbo”
SAVE THE DATE Thursday, February 4th~ Siduri Wine and Charcuterie Thursday, March 25th ~ Gourmet Wine & Cheese Pairing (Additional details to be announced soon)B Reservations Required: 727-892-6882
JANUARY 13TH (DOWNTOWN) Chef Tim “Cast Iron Skillet Paella” JANUARY 16TH (PAG) Chef John “PAG is getting Shellfish!” JANUARY 27TH (DOWNTOWN) Chef Suzanne “Macarons Made Easy!!” FEBRUARY 3RD (DOWNTOWN) Chef Mark “House Cured Salmon” FEBRUARY 10TH (DOWNTOWN) Chef Joseph “Make Time To Brine”
For Downtown - RSVP online at www.spyc.org For PAG - 727-360-1646 (Limited to 15 persons - Members Only - Complimentary Classes) SMOOTH SAILING | JANUARY 2021
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EMPLOYEE ANNIVERSARIES JANUARY
Paula Wrenn ~ Banquet Server, 9yrs.
Mr. Stan Johnson ~ October 21st Past Commodore, Alfred “Toby” Krayer, Jr. ~
Timothy Cobb ~ Line Cook, 8yrs. Salvador Hernandez ~ DR Server, 6yrs. Renee Cable ~ Bartender, 4yrs.
November 22nd Past Commodore, Dr. John Jennings ~ December 5th
Charlee Moats ~ Cocktail Server, 2yrs.
Mrs. Mary Evertz ~ December 5th
Ray Eddy ~ Banquet Bartender, 2yrs. Arnold Kaslofski ~ Repair/Maintenance, 2yrs. Jay Kemmerer ~ Barback, 1yr. Douglas Gow ~ Snell Isle, 1yr. Kenneth Russell ~ PAG Steward, 1yr.
HORACE HEWLETT DECEMBER 2020 EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH Please congratulate Horace Hewlett, our December 2020 Employee of the Month! Since 2004 Horace has been a part of the St. Petersburg Yacht Club team and although he works behind the scenes in the Beverage Department, he has been willing to work wherever needed
“Anchors Aweigh!”
throughout the pandemic – he truly loves the Club and more importantly, making a difference. From the moment he arrives he has a positive attitude and lights the place up with his warm smile. Congratulations, Horace, and thank you for all that you do!
Anchor’s Aweigh with Anne & Andy! ~ December Winner: Matt Zazzero Matt is the lucky winner of the December Anchor’s Aweigh game/raffle, spotting all eleven (11) of the Anne & Andy images. To recap, they were spotted on pages: 3,4,5,6,7,12,18,20,21,23, & the back cover. Matt snagged $100 in food & beverage gift certificates he can use while dining at the Club!
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Submit your answer for this month’s game by January 15th to the Member Services Coordinator at 727-8926893 or member.services@spyc.org. Happy Hunting & Good Luck!
*Note: Image of Anne & Andy on this page (to the left) DOES NOT count in the game.*
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GOLF
Mike McDonough presenting Male Golfer of 2020 to Tom Ritschel
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by Connie Smith
e stayed in our neighborhood for our Thanksgiving outing at Mangrove on November 17th . We were all thankful that we can often enjoy such a well maintained public golf course within our city limits. The winners were as follows: •
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First Place: -1 Guy Anderson, Myra McShane, Mike McDonough, Ed Wilson Second Place: -1 with match of cards, Bradley Winners at Mangrove Bay outing Bell, Barbara Casey, Bill Casey, Joe Hartman Third Place: Even – John Rogers, Cyndi Deermont, John Arsenault, Dwayne Parker Closest to the pin on the Par 3’s: John Arsenault, Guy Anderson, Bradley Bell Closest to the line: Ed Wilson
Connie Smith presenting Female Golfer of 2020 Award to Isabelle Schoenberg
the Year 2020”. Congratulations to Isabel Schoenberg, “Female Golfer of the Year” and Tom Ritschel, “Male Golfer of the Year”. Also, a special shout out is due to last year’s recipient Mike McDonough who had the traveling trophy refurbished with the SPYC logo on the shirt of the statue. He also went a step further to do a “Green Jacket” to pass on this award. • •
On Tuesday, December 1st , at Innisbrook Golf Resort, we really had to brave the cold with temps enough to chill our bones! Layering was the golf fashion look of the day with hats, gloves. I only wish that I would have remembered to bring hand warmers for everyone!
Trophy with SPYC logo sweater
We met at the 19th Hole for a festive lunch as we presented the “Golfers of
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First Place: +1 John Rogers, Jack Pyhel, Martin Morris, Barbara Deininger Second Place: +3 Bradley Bell, John Arsenault, Gina Pierce, Connie Smith Closest to the Pin on Par 3’s: Dick Vazzano, Jack Pyhel, Isabel Schoenberg, Barbara Deininger
Our annual Holiday Party had to be cancelled because of COVID but some of us dined privately in the Commodores Room. We look forward to 2021 when we can again celebrate in our usual style that is the Golf Group! For more information about the Golf Group, contact Sue Arsenault at sueatcp@aol.com.
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RIDERS CLUB by Bob Frazee
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ecently I had surgery to repair a torn rotator cuff on my left shoulder. The surgery was a success and I’m now a couple weeks into the healing process but, won’t be able to get back in the saddle until sometime in February; at the earliest. I will stay in contact with the active riders in the club and if any SPYC members are interested in joining our group for a ride, or up for joining our monthly meetings via Zoom, please let me know. We do have a core group of riders that try to get together once a week for a ride. My contact information is: Email – rfrazee@cazequip.com, Cell – (315) 420-7114.
PLEASE JOIN US FOR FUTURE ENJOYABLE ADVENTURES! - SAFE RIDING
January 1/2- Adult Intermediate January 7/8- Adult Learn to Sail January 9/10- Adult Learn to Sail January 21/22- Adult Intermediate January 23/24- Adult Learn to Sail January 28/29- Adult Learn to Sail January 30/31- Adult Learn to Sail
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RV LAND CRUISERS Holiday Trailer
by Angela Kowalik, President
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hat a way to Stephen Foster Memorial Carillon end the year by enjoying the RV, good friends, and folk history while visiting Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park in north Florida. They have many special events here, such as the holiday Festival of Lights display (the reason we came). You probably know many of Stephen Foster melodies, such as The Old Folks at Home (and phrase “Way down upon the Swanee Ribber” or Suwannee River) which is the state song of Florida. And you might be reminded of just how many of his tunes you recognize when you hear the songs played out with bells from the 97-bell memorial carillon in the center of the park (one of the largest musical instruments ever produced in the Western Hemisphere and the world’s largest tubular bell carillon).
Sarah & Rick Moseley
Making the journey were Rick & Sarah Moseley, Brian & Angela Kowalik, Ken & Corrine St. Jean, and a few other neighbor friends. Every night we met around the campfire to share stories of the day, recent RV adventures, or future trip plans and while enjoying the cool evenings. That’s what campfires do, let you “daydream” while being mesmerized by the flames and embers. We are already making plans for our next holiday adventure in hopes that our world will be back to normal. Perhaps more of you Campfire will join us! To join the group and keep up with our events where we will be making adventures happen, please contact Angela Kowalik at koalafam@tampabay.rr.com
Looking forward to seeing you around the next bend… Brian & Angela Kowalik
Corrine & Ken St. Jean
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The Moseley’s & Kowalik’s at R.M.
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by Dr. Patsy Warmack, President
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Jose Gaspar
eware -- Jose Gaspar to visit Ladies Beach Club January 18, 2021. Arrrgggh!
Tales of buried treasure and pirate ships will capture your imagination with the assistance of Nancy Dalence, Director of Education, at the Tampa Bay History Center. It all happens Monday, January 18th – arrive early between 10:30 - 10:45 AM so you have plenty of time to check in using the SPYC COVID-19 guidelines. The program will start shortly after 11:00 am. Why not come in costume, or at least with a few beads? This is sure to be a very festive event so reserve now. Due to the expanded seating capacity, guests will be allowed to this event. We are really excited because members can attend virtually or face-to-face. No one needs to miss out! However, everyone who wants to attend (at the club or via Zoom) MUST MAKE A RESERVATION! For inhouse reservations contact the club (727) 360-1646, email kerrie@spyc.org, or RSVP online at www.spyc.org.
For Zoom reservations contact patsywarmack@tampabay. rr.com. Members who reserve a Zoom seat will be sent a link to click to enter the meeting. “Zoomee’s” will even have a chance to win that bottle of wine if they wear their LBC name tag! If attending this program at the clubhouse you may choose to stay for lunch or not. Remember though, you must make a reservation for Zooming in, attending at the clubhouse for program only, or for the program and lunch. Inhouse seating is limited so reserve early! If you aren’t a member yet, now is the time. Contact Cheryl Lanfear (mclanfear@yahoo.com) Membership Chair - she will send you a copy of the member enrollment form. Dues are just $30.00 and worth every penny!!
PAG Club ONLY members are eligible to join the Ladies Beach Club!!
The Passport Club is pleased to present....
“African Safari” by Lolli Rendina Lolli spent 18 days visiting 7 countries in Southeast Africa including Kenya, Tanzania, South Africa, Botswana, Namibia, Zambia and Zimbabwe. She will share her experiences in the brush, on the rivers, in the villages, savannahs, waterfalls, train, internal flights and cities. She captures the magical splendor and beauty of the various terrains, wildlife and nuances of this magnificent, enchanting region. (To attend the event virtually, contact Patsy Warmack to receive login details at: patsywarmack@tampabay.rr.com)
Thursday - January 7, 2021
Social Time: 5:00 pm Presentation: 5:30 pm RSVP Online: www.spyc.org OR - 727-892-6882
*Plated Hors d’Oeuvres will be available*
In February, Jeff Francis will present - “One Man’s Solution to COVID Isolation” - Jeff would not be held back with all the travel restrictions. An avid traveler, Jeff has been in 192 countries. He is nuturing his travel urges during the pandemic by going, not only to every state in the U.S. but, to every county in every state. At this time, he’s been to 34 states! How manuy counties? Come find out and hear about his adventures. (To attend the event virtually, contact Patsy Warmack to receive login details at: patsywarmack@tampabay.rr.com)
Thursday - February 4, 2021
Social Time: 5:00 pm Presentation: 5:30 pm RSVP Online: www.spyc.org OR - 727-892-6882
*Plated Hors d’Oeuvres will be available*
The mission of the Passport Club is to have fun and share travel experiences, plans, and bucket lists for domestic & international travels; by air, land, sea, or just kicking back and letting others take the wheel! (Guests welcome ~ food & beverage will be billed to member account.) JANUARY 2021 | SMOOTH SAILING
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REACHERS by Marti Cochran
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he Broad Reachers are growing!!! This month three new members, Terri McGough, Catherine Deacon, and Valarie Nussbaum-Harris, joined, bringing our membership total to 48. We are enjoying the upgrades and new amenities at the Pass-a-Grille clubhouse, and we look forward to a growing membership getting together for fun at our Saturday morning sailing and lunches. On November 17th , the Broad Reacher Team of Marti Cochran, Gina Bowden-Pierce, and Joanne Simmons sailed an Ideal 18 in the Florida Women Sailors’ Championship Regatta, hosted by
Joanne, Gina, Marti
SALTY SISTERS by Carol Hansen
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23 Work Party
Broad Reacher Championship Team
the Salty Sisters at the St. Petersburg Sailing Center. The day was sunny, and a fresh and building breeze delivered great conditions for three races to complete the regatta. With a work party on December 5th, the Broad Reachers are just about finished with upgrades to the boat and equipment trailer at the north end of the Club grounds. A big thanks to Carol Hansen, who organized the event, and Charl Hadfield, Mary McCarthy, Debbie Walcutt, Angela Treinen, Suzanne Boohar, and Lori Hodges, who pitched in. The Broad Reachers meet each Saturday morning at the Clubhouse at Pass-a-Grille for racing and fun sailing. For more information, contact Carol Hansen at Carol@dband1.com.
Christmas Tree Race Winners
Misfit Trophy - Vanessa Beckman, Angela Treinen, Katie Rodgers
ur last sailing event of 2020 was the Candy Cane Regatta which was “sailed” in Prams. The three “norules” races consisted of the Christmas Tree, Candy Cane, and Poker Run races. These races were sailed and/or paddled around a special racecourse.
candy canes as they could sailing from one RC boat to another. Ultimately, the Ronald McDonald House was the big winner as the Salty Sisters donated all the candy canes! The last race was a Poker Run in which the Salties sailed and retrieved their “poker cards” from the RC. Everyone was a winner in that race.
Thanks again to Helen Larsen for organizing the event. The first race (Christmas Tree) was won by Nancy Kadau, placing second was Carol Hansen, Vanessa Beckman came in third, with Terri McGough bringing up the rear. All four “winners” came away with a Christmas gift/ prize. In the Candy Cane Race, all the sailors grabbed as many
Our Awards Chair Dee Gill took this opportunity to present charms and trophies to the Jobin, Misfit, and Chile winners and to all that helped with the Race Committee for those days. On December 2nd Education Chairs, Sherry Welch and Dee Gill, welcomed our newly graduated Saltines: Helle Getz, Pat Burrows, Eleanor Koelsch, Lori Hodges, Debbie Lang, Terri McGough, Nona Pucciarello, and Mik Severini. They all passed with flying colors. Congratulations to the Class of 2020!!
Helen Larsen
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by Rich Treinen
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ot everyone in the Wing Shooters Society has a nick name. If we had rules, that should be the first one; nick names are required. Gene Collins, pictured above, is our third Grand Marshall. The spelling of his title is significant as the double “l” is a sign of earned respect. He even volunteered, railroaded might be more accurate, to continue as our leader for a second year. Gene is a graduate of Troy State; that’s up there in Alabama. He spread his southern charm across the US during his career with Minnesota Mining and Manufacturing, aka 3M. One big skill is his ability to keep our monthly meetings at the interface separating decorum from
chaos. We get through the agenda, make the hard decisions, have a great time while doing it, and nobody goes home offended. But Gene needs an aka after his name. I have one in mind. By the time you read this, it might have stuck. We meet on the second Thursday at 6:00 pm in the Quarter Deck Room. Those wishing to join the Wing Shooters Society are encouraged to contact, Grand Marshall Gene Collins at (727) 385-4878, or genebcollins@hotmail.com.
AMATEUR RADIOCLUB by Jack Satterfield, ARC President, W4GRJ
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mateur Radio Club (ARC) meetings are cancelled until further notice. However, our weekly “On the Air Net” continues to meet every Monday at 17:30 hrs on WD4SCD. Repeater frequency 147.030. Repeater information www.qsl.net/wd4scd/
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If you are interested in becoming a licensed Amateur Radio Operator, ARC members can help you prepare for the written exam (no morse code required). Be prepared for this year’s hurricane season by getting your Ham License now! Study help online at www.hamtestonline.com.
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Womans
CLUB by JoAnn Wood, President
January 20th Mindfully Stress Free: Learn how to manage stress leading to a happier and more productive lifestyle. Deserie Valloreo is the owner and CEO of Insight Wellness Works. The St. Petersburg, Florida based company operates with a team of over 30 credentialed wellness professionals offering a variety of workplace wellness services. Their mission is to change lives and transform the culture of health through wellness programs and services delivered by a team of passionate wellness professionals. The aim is to create a ripple effect of improved health, well-being and happiness, changing people across the world for the better. February18th 7th Annual Fashion Show & Afternoon Tea: Cozette’s Boutique will show us how to dress for stay-cations or real vacations. Guests are welcome.
WOMAN’S CLUB INTEREST GROUPS Book Group Facilitator: Sue Bettencourt Meets 4th Wed unless noted Social 5 pm | Discussion 5:30-6:30 pm snbettencourt88@gmail.com Bridge Group Facilitator: Joyce Sterrett 727-822-5878 Mah Jongg Facilitator: Marleen Collins marleencollins@yahoo.com 727-864-0781 • Thursday @ 1pm
Fun Seekers Facilitator: Deborah Giaquinto Event dates and times vary deborahgia@icloud.com Sunshine Contact Debra Hopper dhhopper@aol.com Membership: Julie Shields jshieldsbuckner@gmail.com or visit our club website page for the form to join or renew. [Please note-full calendar in Woman’s Club directory)
[Please note – these are subject to change each month] Membership in the Woman’s Club is required to participate in the Interest Group activities.
REMINDER: due to Covid-19, we will require firm RSVP’s for all meetings, to properly plan out the meeting space. While many members may not be able to join this event, we are planning for our speaker events to be ZOOMED. The book club continues on ZOOM, if anyone would like to meet at the Yacht Club, please email Sue Bettencourt and appropriate arrangements will be made for in person and ZOOM.
The Mission of the Woman’s Club is to embrace new friendships, promote social activities and increase women’s involvement in the SPYC.
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SPYC DECKBOAT Rental This 2019 Starcraft deckboat is a turn of the key away from having you living out the full Yacht Club waterfront experience. This boat is available for daily rental by qualified SPYC members.
• 8 Person capacity • 4-Speaker Audio system with Bluetooth connectivity • Bimini Top provides shade and comfort for most of the boat • USCG approved Safety Equipment Included • 8 Hour Rental Period (8:30 am - 4:30 pm) • Daily Rate $325 (Only $275 with your FL Boaters’ Safety ID Card!) plus applicable sales tax
In order to operate a motorboat of ten (10) horsepower or greater, Florida law requires anyone who was born on or after Jan. 1, 1988 to successfully complete an approved boating safety course and obtain a Boating Safety Education Identification Card issued by the FWC. SPYC encourages all members, regardless of age, to obtain their FL Boaters’ Safety ID Card, and will provide a $50 discount for each rental to members with this card.
To make reservations please visit www.spyc.org/Powerboat
