Smooth Sailing - July/August 2023 Double Month Issue

Smooth Sailing

CHAPTER EIGHT

COMMODORE’S LOG

Hello Friends.....Well, this certainly is an exciting time for our Club. By this time, you surely have heard the news that our Board of Directors has unanimously approved a long-term master plan for the replacement of our clubhouse in approximately five years. If you have not yet had a chance to view the video that we’ve put together about our master facilities planning process, I would encourage you to visit the Member Central section of the website by logging into your member portal at www.spyc.org to get all of the details. In the video, we talk about the steps we took to get member input on our building, the additional research we undertook to see what was feasible, and how we got to the construction decisions that have been top of mind lately.

With the summer season in full swing, the 4th of July is right around the corner. Don’t forget that during these summer months we shut down both clubhouses in order to take care of maintenance needs. The Downtown Clubhouse will be closed on July 24th and will reopen on Tuesday, August 8th. The Pass-a-Grille Clubhouse will close on Tuesday, September 5th and will reopen on Thursday, September 21st.

I recently had the pleasure of attending an event put on by the St. Petersburg Motor Classic car show at which $10,000 checks were distributed to two very deserving charities, the Kind Mouse and the Louise Graham Regeneration Center Congratulations to car show chairman Andy Evans and his hard-working committee for making this possible. Additionally, we are excited that work continues on the main dock replacement project. The finished product will be well worth the wait.

As noted earlier, we have installed a new electronic entry gate system for our parking garage. This should result in improved security and control of our garage. The gate system will be “going live” during the month of August. Please be sure to pick up your new decals by visiting our valet parking team.

Enjoy your summer!

Cordially,

Brian K. Smith, Commodore

Mission Statement: The St. Petersburg Yacht Club provides preeminent yachting and social experiences for members, their families and guests, and honors the Club’s rich yachting heritage in a welcoming environment.

General Manager’s Log by:

Rhett J. Robicheaux, CCM

The heat is on as the summertime humidity settles in. We are fortunate to live in a beautiful place like St. Petersburg even with the heat, summer showers and storms. We still can get out on the water, or in the water, to cool off whether it’s at one of our two pool locations with a cool drink in hand, the beach or a relaxing sail. Things also tend to slow down a bit which makes coming to the Club to get out of the heat much more relaxing with less crowds.

As we make a splash this summer, we must be mindful of those around us. With summertime in full swing, we are looking forward to welcoming more members back to our pool areas. To provide the Club atmosphere, you expect, we are hoping you keep these few courtesies in mind as you enjoy your time poolside:

• Be respectful and courteous to all members.

• Diaper and clothes changing should always occur in the restroom.

• You are responsible for your family's safety. As a reminder please do not run, dive or horseplay, as we do not have lifeguards and both pools have limited space.

Additionally, please take a moment to review the pool rules (https://www.spyc.org/Member-Central/Club_Info) that apply to all members and their guests. We look forward to seeing you poolside this summer!

Safety and the security of our staff and membership is very important to us. For this reason, we ask that you please escort your guests through the Club. If you have guests meeting you at the Club, please meet them at the Front Desk or inform our Front Desk Team that you are expecting guests so we can direct them to you. As of Tuesday, June 13th the entrance on Bayshore Drive (flagpole entrance) will remain locked. Members and their guests should utilize our main entrance on the north side of the building off Beach Drive.

Annual Shutdown Reminder:

• Main Club - July 24th through August 7th

• PAG – September 5th through September 20th

Projects planned for the Main Club include: Moving of the banquet kitchen back to the second floor, finalizing the parking garage gates and some deep cleaning at both properties.

Since the recent letter, followed by an informative video presentation sent by Commodore Smith, there have been many comments and concerns stirring around. Overall, the comments have been very positive in nature. I would like to make a few things clear as we start the planning process over the next few years. As stated in the approved motion the Board has approved for planning to begin. Within that planning a committee will be formed to make sure we get this right as far as design in keeping with the Clubs history and traditions. In addition to finding a location to conduct Club operations, when the Club is shut down in approximately five years, it is also Management's and Staff’s commitment to continue serving its members at a level that is expected of us, and to continue to add value and member delight to all we do.

In closing, it’s been a busy and productive two years here as your General Manager and I look forward to many years ahead as the future continues to look brighter and brighter. For those of you who summer up north, are traveling or sticking it out here in St. Pete have a safe and enjoyable summer!

Cheers, Rhett J. Robicheaux, CCM General Manager, COO

Contact Us

General Manager - Rhett J. Robicheaux,CCM, COO (727) 823-1219 | gm@spyc.org

Chief Financial Officer - Colleen Finney, CHAE (727) 823-1061 | controller@spyc.org

Director of Member Relations - Corey A. Hall (727) 892-6888 | Membership@spyc.org

Waterfront & Club Communications Director - Corey A. Hall (727) 822-3113 | Waterfront-director@spyc.org

Facilities Director - Steve Partridge (727) 892-6892 | facilitiesmgr@spyc.org

Food & Beverage Director - Jason Hooper (727) 892-6896 | FBDirector@spyc.org

Executive Chef - Christian Mayrhofer (727) 892-6889 | executivechef@spyc.org

Catering Director/Clubhouse Services Manager Shannon Nylander, CPCE ,WSET2 (727) 892-6882 | catering@spyc.org

Catering Assistant - Caroline Stehr (727) 892-6897 | cateringinfo@spyc.org

Executive Pastry Chef - Natalia Nunez Torres (727) 822-3873 ext. 223 | pastrychef@spyc.org

Member Services/Marketing Coordinator - Leah Wieter (727) 892-6893 | member.services@spyc.org

Manager at Pass-a-Grille Clubhouse - Kerrie Paquette (727) 360-1646 | Kerrie@spyc.org

Harbormaster, Chase Hudspeth & Dockmaster, John Toberman (727) 822-3227 | harbormaster@spyc.org - dockmaster@spyc.org

Youth Sailing Director - Todd Fedyszyn (727) 896-8101 youthsailingdirector@spyc.org

Housekeeping/Valet/Security Manager - Maritza Villanueva (727) 892-6894 | housekeeping@spyc.org

Downtown Clubhouse: (727) 822-3873

Pass-a-Grille Clubhouse: (727) 360-1646

Snell Isle Marina: (727) 895-8142

Downtown Marina: (727) 822-3227

Sailing Center: (727) 822-3113

Business Office: (727) 892-6883/892-6884 | www.SPYC.org

WELCOME! NEW MEMBERS

Active:

Dr. William Anderson & Mrs. Betty Anderson

Mrs. Meghan Coyle & Mr. Jacob Coyle

Mr. Jerry Doorn & Mrs. Susan Doorn

Mrs. Julie Flugel & Mr. Russell Flugel

Mrs. Rachel Ghormley & Mr. Jason Ghormley

Mr. David Insogna & Mrs. Christi Insogna

Mrs. Kristi Johnson & Mr. Matthew Johnson

Dr. Richard Phares & Mrs. Gail Phares

Mr. Terry Porter & Mrs. Beverly Porter

Ms. Erin Sheahan & Mr. Andrew Durliat

Mr. Herbert Stewart, II & Mrs. Sharon Stewart

Ms. Julie McNeil & Mr. Brad Rainey

Mr. Keith Bucklew & Mr. Mark Anderson

Mr. Robert Willis & Mrs. Sally Willis

Mr. David Witt & Mrs. Melissa Witt

Mr. Anthony Georgiadis & Mrs. Katie Georgiadis

Active Boat:

Mr. George Evans & Mrs. Susan Evans

Mr. William Farmer & Mrs. Susan Farmer

Mr. Robert Hacker & Mrs. Christina Hacker

Mr. Euan Hunter & Mrs. Lisa Hunter

Mr. Keith Jurado & Mrs. Crystal Jurado

Mrs. Nicole Mezrah & Mr. Michael Mezrah

Mr. James Murray & Ms. Paula Meyer

Mr. Andrew Pease & Mrs. Lisa Pease

Dr. Mark Stine & Mrs. Linda Stine

Mr. Hank Williams & Mrs. Rhonda Williams

Mr. Kevin Zink & Ms. Kimbrly Reid

Mrs. Lauren Silva & Mr. David Newhard

Mr. Allen Edgerly

Non-Resident:

Mr. Brett Kratzer & Mrs. Christie Kratzer

Mrs. Jeanne Grantham & Mr. Alexander Grantham

Mr. Robert Cummins Jr.

Mrs. Sonia Richardson

Ms. Patricia Murphy

Ms. Aimee Baumann

Mr. Todd Pawlowski & Mrs. Shannon

Benham-Pawlowski

Intermediate:

Mrs. Andrea Catanese & Mr. Mark Catanese

Mr. Matthew Sibley & Mr. Marshall McDonald

Mrs. Joelle Taylor & Mr. Christopher Taylor

The

Tom Rinda

Frank Malowany

Brooke Nelson

Mr. Alexander Roberson

Mr. Tyler Rogers

Ms. Jessica Smith

Mr. Coleman Sones

Thank You Proposers!

John Farese

Peter Degnan

Nancy Dunn

Amy Bailey

Chad Shakespere

Blake Thompson

Andi Fuller

Michael Mezrah

Rita Gould

William Schlenker

Reid Graves

Patrick Walsh

Nancy Muth

Justin Anstey

Robert Kane

Kim Blake

Elizabeth Skidmore

Judy Dryer

John Roger

Featured Article: History Revealed

Page 8

Event Calendars

Pages 10-11

Rochelle Graves

Anthony Harwood

Gerald Davais II

Tim Evans

Martin McKinnery

Kim & Paul Blake

James Deininger

Leslie Haywood

Gary Johnson

William Barnett

What's Happening at Your Club?

Pages 14-19

Clubs Within the Club

Pages 20-27

NEW PARKING DECALS

In preparation for the activation of the new parking arms at the Downtown Clubhouse, we wanted to share some important information with you regarding the decal pickup and installation. Please carefully read the following as to how to receive/use your new parking decals:

1. New RFID parking decals must be displayed on your vehicle no later than Tuesday, August 1, 2023 . If you are unable to pick up your decals by August 1st, please visit our Valet Team the next time you are at the Club and they will assist you with installing your new parking decal.

2. Decals are to be displayed on the vehicle’s passenger side headlight.

3. Security Staff & the Valet Attendants will remind you and assist in removing your old decal and applying your new decal.

4. The 2023 yellow parking decals will no longer be valid as of August 1, 2023 .

In order to receive your parking decal/s, please make sure:

1. Your account is current – no outstanding balances older than sixty (60) days.

2. Your Club file is current, including a recent photo ID.

SPYC Parking Decal Policy:

1. Two (2) decals are automatically provided to a dual membership, and one (1) to single membership.

2. One additional decal is allowed upon proof of ownership for each eligible vehicle owned by the member. A third decal may be provided to a dual membership for $20.

3. Maximum of two (2) decals are allowed for Non-Resident members.

4. Lost decals will incur a $20 replacement fee.

We are now accepting Committee Interest Forms for the 2023-2024 fiscal year. If you are wanting to serve on a Club Committee to help bring some fresh ideas, experience and enthusiasim for your Club to the table, then consider joining a committee. Log-in to your SPYC Member Portal using the link below to access the online form. (Deadline to submit your form is August 1st)

https://www.spyc.org/Member_Central/Latest_News/June_2023/2023-2024_Committee_Interest_Form

The world of sailing is all set to witness another exciting and prestigious event this year...the 2023 J/70 World Championship in St. Petersburg, Florida. As an internationally acclaimed sailing destination, St. Petersburg has been chosen to host this highly-anticipated sailing competition from October 30th through November 5th, 2023.

With competitors hailing from all corners of the globe, the J/70 World Championship promises to be an unforgettable experience and offers an unmatched experience for participants, sailing enthusiasts and casual spectators alike. In addition to the races, there will be a variety of shore-side activities to keep spectators entertained throughout the event. From live music and food trucks to sailing clinics and meet-and-greets with the competitors...there’s something for everyone!

Save The Date to Experience The 2023 J/70 World Championship

October 30th - November 5th, 2023

Hosted at the St. Petersburg Yacht Club

The St. Petersburg to Fort Lauderdale Race, a 403 nm race that captivated the sailing world in SORC from 1941 to 1990, is making a comeback. The prestigious race, once hailed as one of the world's major oceanic challenges, has been revived as part of a re-vamped SORC Series in 2023-2024.

In its prime, St. Pete - Lauderdale attracted an impressive fleet of 134 boats, showcasing the spirit of competition and adventure. Sailors are eagerly anticipating its return, with ORC and PHRF rated boats expected to converge in Tampa Bay from the Gulf of Mexico, Florida, the East Coast and even Europe. The race starts on November 8th with St. Petersburg YC hosting. As a precursor to the main event, a feeder race from Pensacola Yacht Club begins on November 2nd . Race Chairman Chris Lewis commented, “Working with SORC and Storm Trysail Club to rejuvenate offshore racing in the Gulf of Mexico and I am thrilled to be able to offer this iconic event to sailors. We will have some ‘retro’ shore gear available and based upon the initial enthusiasm; many past competitors are expected to show up on the start line.”

» Details at: https://www.sorcsailing.org/islands-in-the-stream-series

» Registration is open at Yacht Scoring: www.yachtscoring.com/emenu.cfm?eID=16013 and further information will be forthcoming for competitors about dockage and accommodation options.

» Contact: Chris Lewis at chair_st-pete-lauderdale@sorcsailing.org for further details

Photos: Pied Piper, Evergreen & Bravura - St. Pete to Ft. Lauderdale Race, 1983 – 84, courtesy Larry Moran

Junior Activities Update

by Todd Fedyszyn Youth Sailing Director

The 2022/2023 Florida sailing season has come and gone and there is no better time than now to take a quick look back on the successes of the SPYC Junior Team. We were fortunate to host five events here at SPYC and to travel to all corners of the USA to compete in Opti, ILCA and HS events.

Over the weekend of May 4th - 7th SPYC hosted the annual USODA Team Trials Regatta , widely known as the most prestigious Opti event held each year in the USA. Open to the top 192 Opti sailors in the country who pre-qualified to compete, this event was used to choose the top sailors who would represent the USA at the World Championships , the European Championship and the North American Championship . Competing for the SPYC were Thomas Weidner, Dalton Cellemare, Scarlett Bizouarn, Pete Caputo, Leah Abrams, Finn Cox, Chris Shaffer and John Hartney who qualified to represent the USA at the North Americans

Sailors representing SPYC once again had a very successful HS Sailing Season with both St. Pete HS and Shorecrest Prep qualifying for the SAISA District Championship in Wrightsville Beach, NC. St. Pete HS sailed a strong event finishing in 6th place overall and Shorecrest finished in 11th.

Our SPYC ILCA sailors continue to shine with Kate Danielson and Jan Mistak both qualifying for the ILCA Youth World Championship this summer in Poland. Kate and Jan qualified based on their Grand Prix Ranking for the 2022 sailing season. Our younger laser sailors are also working hard on their boat handling skills and their boat speed in anticipation of qualifying for next summers ILCA 4 World Championships in Portugal.

Callen Burnett, Sidney Moyer and Kate Danielson will all be competing this summer at the US Sailing Youth Championship in Bristol, Rhode Island, which also serves as the qualifier for the World Sailing Youth World Championships for 2023.

Our Opti RWB Team will be making the trek north this summer to compete in the USODA National Championship, Girls National Championship, and Team Race National Championship at the Hampton Yacht Club in Virginia. Thirteen SPYC sailors are signed up and ready to take on the country’s best sailors.

Our SPYC Green Fleet has had another great year with many of our sailors getting ready to make the transition up to the advanced RWB Team. Our sailors showed excellent signs of improvement, with regatta results starting in the bottom half of the fleet. Claire Dunlop and Clara Reali finished in 3rd and 5th overall in the final regatta of the season at the Davis Island Schools Out Regatta

SPYC History Revealed

on!

When the Honorable Robert E. (Bob) Beach landed in Tampa at the age of 21, he got a job at a local night club to put himself through the University of Tampa. [Subject of photo to the right of the bell.] After graduating, he immediately enrolled at Stetson College of Law in Gulfport and, being the industrious youth that he was, found himself a job bartending at the SPYC!

In 1958, he was admitted to the bar and in 1968 became a Circuit Court Judge for Pinellas County—a career that spanned over 5 decades.—the longest running judgeship in Florida history! SCY/Bob Beach Championship

Meet North Shore Aquatic Complex .

One of the interesting things about the Yacht Club is that it is not only a Social Club, but a true Yacht Club. People are yachters and some of the best in the world have come out of this Club!

Judge Beach

While in his late 30’s, Judge Beach took up swimming to break the nicotine habit and by age 40 he was swimming a mile in 33 minutes! In 1970, he was instrumental in the formation of US Masters swimming and was the first Vice Chairman. This year marked the 51st year of the St. Pete event named after him—which is reportedly the longest running masters swim meet in the world—in which Judge Beach swam 8 individual heats and 2 swim relays—one age 55+ the other age 65+! He turns 93 in July!

During his high impact leadership career, his swimming accomplishments mounted: 22 US Master All-American honors, 8 All Star Team honors, set national and world records in Masters swimming, USMS long distance all-star over 10 times, 48 time All American...! In 2017 at age 87, he was the first Judge and oldest person to swim from Alcatraz to San Francisco Bay (doing this in just 33 minutes), and the list goes on!

While celebrating birthdays: he came within 2 miles of swimming the English Channel; climbed Mt. Kilimanjaro; parachute jumped in Africa; traveled the world—sending cards featuring him at exotic locales. Judge Beach donated that photo of him as a bartender as an encouragement to others that nothing is impossible to achieve if you put your mind to it.

KEEP ON SWIMMIN!!!

I f you look at the bell hanging on the bar wall of the Heritage Lounge, next to it you will see what is obviously a photo of a man tending bar. What is not obvious is – who it is? Please read

Adapted from an interview by: Trisha Birkenstock & Gina Bowden-Pierce

I never would have believed my life would have turned out this good—being a Judge, living in St. Petersburg, being a member of this Club...and all the good things that have happened to me here.

I love my life!

Nauticats through the years

The SPYC NautiCats are celebrating their 17th season!

Their accumulation of songs over the years inspired them to take a "Sentimental Journey" Program to 6 retirement communities from April to June this season, with tunes written between 1919 and 1975. Not only does the enthusiastic reception from their audiences, but also singing at weekly practices at the YC, provide a unique sense of satisfaction and esprit de corps for the 25 members of the NautiCats; both women and men. The NautiCats also perform at the Downtown Club (4th of July, Christmas, St. Patrick's Day, Cruising Fleet, Woman's Club) as well as events at Pass-aGrille. New members are always welcome, and if you play an instrument, you are encouraged to join in.

Practices are held at the Downtown Clubhouse every Tuesday afternoon from 3:30 - 5:00 pm, and are generally followed by Happy Hour in the Heritage Lounge. The seasons first practice session will begin on Tuesday, September 12th at 3:30 pm . For questions, or to sign-up, please contact Judy McFadden , the NautiCat Founder at: (727) 455-9793 -OR- Judyp@tampabay.rr.com .

Chef Christian's

Culinary

Ingredients

1 cup Fresh Florida Orange Juice

1 & 1/2 Tbsp. EVOO

¼ tsp. Ground Black Pepper

6 Tbsp. Champagne Vinegar

¼ tsp. Salt

1 tsp. Dijon Mustard

1 Tbsp. Shallots, finely minced

1 Clove Garlic, finely minced

DIRECTIONS: Place all ingredients into mason jar, cover tightly with lid and shake vigorously for 1 minute. Enjoy over your favorite summer salad.

Corner

Summer Salad Toppers: Florida Orange Vinaigrette & Pickled Onions

Ingredients

4 each fine sliced Onion (your choice of crop)

1 qt. Fine White Vinegar, Apple Cider Vinegar, or White Balsamic Vinegar

½ cup Pickling Spices must include (Bay leaf, Juniper, Allspice Berries, Black Peppercorn, Mustard Seeds, Clove, Cinnamon) all tied up in a Cheese cloth

1 clove Garlic, peeled and smashed

1 small Beetroot, washed and cut in half

1 Tbsp. Sugar

1 Tbsp. Salt

DIRECTIONS: Put onions in a food storage container. In a non-reactive stainless steel soup pot combine all ingredients except the onions - bring to a quick boil then poor over the sliced onions. Cover the container tight with plastic wrap then store in the refrigerator to let the onions “pickle” for at least three (3) days.

JULY 2023 EVENTS

DOWNTOWN CLUBHOUSE

(Club closed on Monday)

4th: 4th of July Celebration

Club Opens at 4:30 pm

5th: Salty Sisters

5th: Trivia Night

6th: Cruising Fleet

6th: The Wine Club

11th: Themed Dinner Buffet - Bastille Day

12th: Salty Sisters

12th: Saltwater Anglers

13th: Wing Shooter's Society

13th: Woman's Club

19th: Wine Society - Night 1 (6:00 pm, South American)

19th: Salty Sisters

20th: Wine Society - Night 2 (6:00 pm, South American)

22nd: SPYC Annual Buoy Ball

24th: Annual Shutdown Begins

25th - 31st: CLUB CLOSED

AUGUST 2023 EVENTS

1st - 7th: CLUB CLOSED

8th: Club Reopens!

9th: Salty Sisters

9th: Trivia Night

9th: Saltwater Anglers

10th: Wing Shooter's Society

10th: Woman's Club

16th: Salty Sisters

16th: Stroller Sculpt Class

19th: Napa Valley Wine Academy

22nd: Salty Sisters

23rd: Stroller Sculpt Class

23rd: Wine Society - Night 1 (6:00 pm)

24th: Wine Society - Night 2 (6:00 pm)

30th: Salty Sisters

JULY 2023 EVENTS

PASS-A-GRILLE CLUBHOUSE

(Club closed on Tuesday & Wednesday)

1st: Broad Reachers

1st: LIVE Music! (5:00 - 8:00 pm)

3rd: Ladies Beach Club Mah Jongg (1:00 pm)

4th: PAG Open for 4th of July From 11:00 am - 7:00 pm

6th: BINGO! (Dinner begins 5:30 pm | Event at 6:30 pm)

8th: Broad Reachers

8th: LIVE Music! (5:00 - 8:00 pm)

10th: Ladies Beach Club Mah Jongg (1:00 pm)

13th: Mixology Class (4:00 - 5:00 pm)

15th: Broad Reachers

15th: LIVE Music! (5:00 - 8:00 pm)

17th: Ladies Beach Club Mah Jongg (1:00 pm)

21st: Wine Society (6:00 pm, South American)

22nd: Broad Reachers

22nd: LIVE Music! (5:00 - 8:00 pm)

24th: Cooking Demonstration

24th: Ladies Beach Club Mah Jongg (1:00 pm)

29th: Broad Reachers

29th: LIVE Music! (5:00 - 8:00 pm)

Log-in to your Member Portal at www.spyc.org to view these events via the Online Calendar - most events require reservations, which can be done online; unless otherwise specified.

AUGUST 2023 EVENTS

3rd: BINGO! (Dinner begins 5:30 pm | Event at 6:30 pm)

5th: Broad Reachers

5th: LIVE Music! (5:00 - 8:00 pm)

7th: Ladies Beach Club Mah Jongg (1:00 pm)

12th: Broad Reachers

12th: LIVE Music! (5:00 - 8:00 pm)

14th: Ladies Beach Club Mah Jongg (1:00 pm)

17th: Mixology Class (4:00 - 5:00 pm)

19th: Broad Reachers

19th: LIVE Music! (5:00 - 8:00 pm)

20th: PAG Pool Party (11:30 am - 2:00 pm - Reservations Required)

21st: Ladies Beach Club Mah Jongg (1:00 pm)

25th: Wine Society (6:00 pm)

26th: Broad Reachers

26th: LIVE Music! (5:00 - 8:00 pm)

28th: Ladies Beach Club Mah Jongg (1:00 pm)

28th: Cooking Demonstration

Arnold Kaslofski

MAY EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH

Congratulations Arnold Kaslofski, for winning the title of "Employee of the Month" for May 2023!

Arnold is a maintenance technician within the club’s Facilities Department and has been part of the SPYC Team since 2019. As with all the maintenance staff, he can be found working at any of the SPYC locations, around town performing routine maintenance and responding to work requests - or generally helping wherever needed. He is a hard-working individual with a good range of skills, a cando attitude and is a valued member of the facilities team. Congratulations, Arnold, we appreciate your efforts and dedication to the Club!

Kyle Runnfeldt

JUNE EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH

A HUGE CONGRATULATIONS goes to Kyle Runnfeldt, for winning the title of “Employee of the Month” for June 2023!

Kyle has been a pivotal asset to our Waterfront team for the last few years. He has been spearheading our Sailing Center Maintenance Department, maintaining the fleets as boat usage continues to increase. Kyle continues to show attention to detail, dedication to the team and amazing work ethic, making him a true asset to the SPYC team. Please be sure to stop by the Sailing Center and say congratulations!

Mrs, Nina Glover

June 9, 2023

Member Since - May 1982

July & August 2023 EMPLOYEE ANIVERSARIES

Thank You!

Todd Fedyszyn, Junior Activities ~ 18 yrs.

Mercedes Cardenas, Cook ~ 9 yrs.

Leah Wieter, Member Services & Marketing ~ 8 yrs.

John Taylor, Maintenance ~ 8 yrs.

Ella Jenkins, Housekeeping ~ 6 yrs.

John Robinson, Security ~ 6 yrs.

Harding Forsyth, PAG Dock ~ 4 yrs.

Debra Murray, Bartender ~ 2 yrs.

Genevieve Vega, Bartender ~ 2 yrs.

Sean Deloro, Steward ~ 2 yrs.

Twananthony Davis, Cook ~ 2 yrs.

Shannon Nylander, Catering & Clubhouse Manager ~ 23 yrs.

Kerrie Paquette, PAG Manager ~ 19 yrs.

Dave Irby, Purchasing ~ 18 yrs.

Marcida Freeman, Banquet Supervisor ~ 10 yrs.

Frank Gabor, Maintenance ~ 7 yrs.

Joseph Porter, Valet ~ 6 yrs.

Bonnie Brown, Housekeeping ~ 6 yrs.

Chase Hudspeth, Harbormaster ~ 5 yrs.

Alton McKinnon, Cook ~ 5 yrs.

Alan Capellin, Junior Activities ~ 4 yrs.

Jewel Kelly, Sailing Center ~ 3 yrs.

Rhett J. Robicheaux, General Manager ~ 2 yrs.

Roxanne Bartlett, Bartender ~ 1 yr.

In Memoriam

Our Beloved SPYC Family & Friends

May 2, 2023

Member Since - March 2008

Mr. Robert Menke

May 4, 2023

Member Since - December 1958

Mrs. Elsie Lang

June 7, 2023

Member Since - July 1996

Mrs. Mary Wyatt Allen

May 19, 2023

Member Since - September 1957

Mr. David Kaminsky

May 13, 2023

Member Since - December 2022

Special Congratulations!

We are honored to extend a special congratulations to Cimi , who works in the Banquet Department, as he has recently been granted official United States Citizenship. All of us at SPYC are thrilled and excited for him!

Mrs. Sandra Privetera

tw things YOU SHOULD KNOW!

AND A BONUS

20K DONATION

Members

We are happy to announce that the St. Petersburg Motor Classic car show was a great success this year. Our volunteers and sponsors played a vital role in making it possible for us to be able to donate $20,000 to our supported charities, The Kinder Mouse and Louise Graham Center. On Wednesday, May 31st, both organizations were presented checks for $10,000 at the St. Petersburg Yacht Club by Commodore Brian Smith and St. Petersburg Motor Classic Chairman Andy Evans. Many of our sponsors and committee members were present to celebrate this milestone, and we look forward to an even better 2024.

HERE'S THE DATE FOR NEXT YEAR'S SHOW

SUNDAY FEBRUARY 4

VOLUNTEER JOIN TEAM

come

St. Petersburg Motor Classic Committee

Downtown Wine Society Dates

» Wed., July 19th - 6:00 pm

» Thurs., July 20th - 6:00 pm

» Wed., Aug. 23rd - 6:00 pm

» Thurs., Aug. 24th - 6:00 pm

Pass-a-Grille:

» Fri., July 21st - 6:00 pm

» Fri., Aug. 25th - 6:00 pm

*Prix Fixe Dinner not availabe during the summer months of July & August. Will resume in September.

Annual Shutdown REMINDER

Downtown Clubhouse

CLOSED: Mon., July 24th - Mon., August 7th

REOPENS: Tues., August 8th

Available on Wednesday & Friday

From 11:30 am - 2:00 pm

$12.95++ ( Reservations Not Required)

Pass-a-Grille Clubhouse

CLOSED: Tues., September 5th - Wed., September 20th

REOPENS: Thurs., September 21st

2nd Tuesday of the Month

From 5:00 - 9:00 pm

» July 11th - Bastille Day (French Cuisine)

» No Themed Dinner Night in August

$29++/pp ~ (Dinner Reservations

Online or call (727) 822-3873 ext 211)

Trivia Night Downtown

Wed., July 5th & August 9th

6:00 pm | Includes Dinner $20/pp ~ RSVP: www.spyc.org or

(727) 892-6882 *Price is inclusive of service charge

BINGO at PAG!

Thurs., July 6th & August 3rd

6:30 pm | $20/pp Includes Bingo Buffet (begins around 5:30 pm) RSVP: www.spyc.org or

(727) 360-1646 *Price is inclusive of service charge & tax

Pass-a-Grille Clubhouse

$45/adult - $32/child

$20 extra/Reserve Table & 4 Chairs (limited availability)

Sunday, August 20th From 11:30 am - 2:00 pm ~ Members Only Event

*Prices are inclusive of service charge & sales tax

Join us at one of these upcoming pool parties at the Beach Club this summer. Bring the kiddos, this is a Family Friendly event, and plan for a day out for some fun in the sun!

COMPLIMENTARY KEG BEER!

Pool Party Buffet Includes: Salad, Burgers & Hot Dogs with all the toppings, French Fries, Fruit, Cookies, Individual Ice Cream Cups & Lemonade Reservations Required: (727) 360-1646, Kerrie@spyc.org

WHAT'S HAPPENING

Online Registration Opens: July 24th

UP IN SMOKE

Thursday Nights in Grille 1909 & the

Heritage Lounge - For Dinner Only

Starting at 5:30 pm

All BBQ proteins (except 1/2 chicken):

NIGHTS

1 LB -OR- 1/2 LB - While Supplies Last!

(More details in your weekly eblasts, as prices will be determined based on market price.)

Week 3 - July 6 - BBQ Pork Shoulder

Served with Cheesy White Grits & Tomato-Corn-Cabbage Salad

Week 4 - July 13 - Conhinita Pibil

(Mexican Style Smoked Pork Butt in Banana Leaf)

Served with Arroz Amarillo, Pickled Onions & Fried Plantains

Week 5 - July 20 - 1/2 Bone-In Chicken

“Beer Brine Smoked”

Served with Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes, Balsamic Grilled Vidalia Onions & Baked Beans

Week 6 - August 10 - Smoked Prime Beef Ribs

Served with Homemade BBQ Sauce, Baked Potato & Southern Slaw

Week 7 - August 17 - 1/2 Bone-In Peruvian Style Grille Chicken

Served with Green Chili Dipping Sauce and Fried Yucca

Week 8 - August 24 - Texas Style Baby Back Ribs

Served with Pit Boss Collard Greens, Smashed Potatoes & Fire Roasted Jalapeno

SPYC's Annual Buoy Ball

Downtown Clubhouse

Saturday, July 22nd ~ 7:30 - 11:00 pm

$71/per member

($84/per non-member)

Prices inclusive of service charge & sales tax

Put your dancing shoes on and a little boogie in your Sea Legs! Prepare to dance the night away to the spectacular live music of - "DeLeon 8-piece Band!"

» Enjoy Heavy Hors d'Oeuvres like Spanish Paella, Hot Artichoke Dip, Mediterranean Display, Import & Domestic Cheeses with Fresh Fruit and an Ice Cream Sundae Station with your favorite toppings

» No Host Bar with "Nauti" Drink Specials including the Dark & Stormy, Salty Dog, Maritime Martini & MORE!

» Prizes Awarded for BEST Individual & Couple Costumes

» DRESS CODE: Calling all Sailors, Captains, Fishermen, Mermaids & other Nautical Themed creatures!

Reservations Required (48-Hour cancellation policy in effect)

www.spyc.org | (727) 892-6882 or 6897 | catering@spyc.org

(An Entertainment Committee Event)

Napa Valley Wine Academy

$300/pp

(Website price is $425)

(WSET) Wine & Spirit Education Trust Level 1 Course

Saturday, August 19th ~ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Downtown Clubhouse - Quarterdeck Room (Lunch Included)

Do you want to sharpen your knowledge and tasting skills? Gain credibility with a globally recognized certification? If so, then this Wine & Spirit course is for you. This is a foundation course where you will learn the following:

» How to taste wines (6) using a systematic approach to tasting

» Primary grape varieties and their characteristics

» Types & styles of wine

» Fundamental principles of food and wine pairing

» Storage and service of wine

Stroller Sculpt

This class will be taught by: Jean Cox, WSET Certified, FWS, SWS, CS

Registration is Required - Please contact Jean at: jeanmcox11@gmail.com

(Limited to 24 attendees ~ Deadline to register is August 1st)

"Living as Well as Humanly Possible"

Downtown Clubhouse

$20 per session

9:00 am Classes on:

Wed., August 16th

Wed., August 23rd

Wed., September 13th

Wed., September 20th

Join us for an energizing 45-minute fullbody, low-impact sculpt workout! The barre-inspired format focuses on core activation, strength and mobility.

Whether you're a barre regular, or easing back into a fitness routine, this class will leave you feeling recharged and ready to take on your day. Bring a mat or towelstrollers for babies are optional. For an extra burn, you can bring light weights (2-3 lbs).

**Safe for preconception, pregnant and postpartum mamas.**

Reservations Required (48-Hour cancellation policy in effect - Attendees will be required to sign a waiver prior to attending)

www.spyc.org | (727) 892-6882 or 6897 | catering@spyc.org

End of Summer

All Attire White Party

Downtown Clubhouse

Saturday, September 16th

Stay tuned - details TBA soon

(An Entertainment Committee Event)

Fall Carnival

Sunday, October 1st · 1:00 - 4:00 pm

Downtown Clubhouse

Join us for a Family FUNday Sunday!

Huge Obstacle Course "Xtreme Adrenaline Rush"

Carnival Games - Face Painting - Fall Crafts - Activities & MUCH MORE!!

Includes: Kid's Buffet & Dessert Bar

(Separate buffet and bar available for the adults)

Adult & Child · Early Bird Price: $35/pp

($45/pp if you RSVP after 9/15)

*Prices are inclusive of service charge & sales tax - 48-Hour cancellation policy in effect* Adults must remain on-site during this event, children are not to be dropped off or left unattended.

Bourbon Scotch vs. & Cigar Night

Friday, October 27th 6:30 - 8:30 pm Downtown Clubhouse

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Come join us for a "Fun & Informative" evening featuring a special Guest Speaker and a delicious tasting of Dalmore Scotch & Horse Solider Bourbon Includes:

CRUISING FLEET 2023 Commodore's Cruise

by Kevin Cross, Fleet Captain

The 2023 Commodore’s Cruise is one for the record books! During the last two weeks of April, SPYC cruisers ventured far and wide. Hurricane Ian damage necessitated several smaller groups following different itineraries with three primary destinations: Captiva, Key West or Stuart via the Okeechobee Waterway. In total, 32 boats plus several iron dinghies visited fourteen FCYC clubs plus seven marinas and one anchorage. Cruisers posted photos throughout the cruise so we could see what each group was up to – great fun!!

Highlights included dining, shopping and pool time in Sarasota; paddleboarding and bicycling in Venice; golf carting and beach walks in Boca Grande; boat trip to Cabbage Key; Faye’s concert, pizza party and sunsets in Captiva; ghost tour and TALOS docktails in Key West; Tunnel of Love dinghy trip and Sunset Moon dinner in Pelican Bay; mastering the locks, reaching the Atlantic Ocean and visiting Harbour Ridge Y&CC for the Okeechobee group; great food and the friendliest welcome at Isles YC; peace and quiet at lovely St Charles YC; and crossing paths with fellow cruisers along the way!

Many thanks to Port Directors: Garry & Pam Haas, Kevin & Debbie Hopper, Joe Petrella & Camille Iurillo, Rob & Michele Matthes, Dave & Martha Monfried, Jack Rice & Kelly Lee McFrederick, Frank & Jackie Robinson, Jay Mabrey & Debbie Storey, Allen & Pam Thomas, Al Torres & Jennifer Kirk, Tom & Faye Turke, and Heber & Barbara Weller. What amazing volunteers!

The last weekend of April, returning cruisers met at the downtown docks for our last cruise-in before dock construction. Seven additional boats joined the cruise-in with the highlight being the Key West Street Party. What a fabulous party and great time to share Commodore’s Cruise tales from far and wide!

Special thanks to Commodore Brian Smith for providing an informative Club update at our April meeting and to Ed Tillett of the Waterway Guide who spoke at our May meeting. May also included a fun-filled Longboat Key Club weekend thanks to Port Directors Debbie Storey and Jay Mabrey

While we take a break from regular meetings over the summer, our monthly cruises continue, and we’ll gather at Pass-a-Grille for a summer party on July 20th. Check out our calendar posted on the Cruising Fleet webpage.

SPYC Cruise-In Dinner

Port Directors

Venice YC Dinner

Sarasota Dinner

Longboat Key Dinner

Cabbage Key

Okeechobee Group at Harbour Ridge Y&CC

Pelican Bay Dinghies off Sunset Moon

Key West Ghost Tour

Venice YC Dinner

Key West Docktails on TALOS

Captiva at Sunset

Sarasota Dinner

Tunnel of Love Adventure

Navigating a lock

Navigating a lock

Faye's concert

WINE CLUB

by Jean Cox & Carla Diaz

We aren’t snobbish – it’s just fact: one is hard pressed to find a better food and wine pairing venue in St. Petersburg than the Wine Club at the SPYC! The Wine Club, founded and facilitated by Jean Cox and Carla Diaz, meets six times a year for a gourmet tasting expertly paired with small production wines and boutique wineries.

Some wines we’ve experienced this year were from:

• Schramsberg, making sparkling wine from cool-climate vineyards, was served in 1972 at the White House’s “Toast of Peace” and has been served at official state functions by every U.S. Presidential administration since that time.

• Arnot-Roberts, Peter Michael, known for making terrior driven wines in the classic artisanal tradition of Burgundy and Bordeaux.

• DuMOL and Pride Mountain, known for making big red wines from higher elevation mountain vineyards.

• Most recently we enjoyed E. Guigal Rhone wines who have won more 100 pt ratings for their wines from Robert Parker than any single wine producer. This dinner was paired with four courses featuring Yellow Fin Tuna, Duck Confit, Seared Elk Loin, and Veal.

If you have a passion for excellently paired food and wine, email thewineclubspyc@gmail.com for more information. It’s educational, delectable, and fun!

by Angela Kowalik, President

We closed out our 2022-2023 year with a Spring Tea Party & Recital, and 15th Anniversary Celebration! We reminisced about our fifteen year history, sharing the same anniversary with PAG joining SPYC, and our roots of the Ladies Auxiliary which came before us. A tribute was provided for those we had lost along the way, forever in our hearts. As we looked back on many memories we’ve had over the years, we were reminded of the fun we had and the friends we have made. What a joy and pleasure to have been your President and to serve you for this special anniversary year!

Ladies Beach Club Special Interest Groups (SIGS)

See why the Ladies Beach Club is so popular! We invite our members to join the fun with some of the activities listed below (make a reservation as noted or email the contact for more details):

At the Beach – Special LBC-only tables at PAG events, or special LBC happenings. Reservation only at (727)-360-1646, ask for the Ladies Beach Club table:

· July 1st & August 1st – Bingo 5:30 Dinner, 6:30 Play Begins!

· July 10th & August 14th – Night Out 5:00 pm Cocktails, followed by Dinner

Fork-n-Knife –events for smaller LBC groups at area restaurants, times and locations vary.

Lunch Bunch – Monthly, 3rd Tuesday this summer, coordinated by Robin Biloski & Kim Blake. Contact Robin Biloski (robin.biloski@gmail.com)

o July 18th – Woody’s

o August 15th – Island Grill

Earlier this year we launched several Special Interest Groups (SIGs), many of which are up and running and will continue to have events and activities through the summer. The torch has been passed to Patsy Warmack who will serve as our SIGs Ambassador to provide mentoring and leadership to those that are facilitating these activities.

Fun & Games - activities for just the fun of it:

· Mah Jongg – Weekly on Mondays, contact Sharon Mehok (sherronm@verizon.net)

Retro Mah Jongg Party – one Thursday every month this summer, contact Patsy Warmack (patsywarmack@tampabay.rr.com)

o July 13th – using a card from 1940’s

o August 10th – using a card from 1950’s

· Bridge Gals – contact Barbara Calhoun (bhc2150@gmail.com) or Jean Sankowski ( jean1717@live.com) for some casual bridge

Xpanding Horizons – enrichment through interesting and enlightening events and activities:

· Around Town – these events are around town, maybe to a theatre, museum or other events – contact Angela Kowalik (koalafam@tampabay.rr.com) if you have an idea. Here are some currently planned (contact Beverly Burchard for these items bhburchard@gmail.com)

o July 30th (Sun) - Early Bird Dinner Theatre “Same Time Next Year” 4:00 pm

o August 20th - (Sun) StarLite Sapphire Sunday afternoon luncheon cruise, noon.

o Feb 2024 - 5-Night Cruise on Royal Caribbean Radiance of the Seas (port of Tampa departure)

· Artsy Ladies – cultivating your creative side – contact Patsy Warmack (patsywarmack@tampabay.rr.com)

· Literary Circle – our own book club. Kickoff was in June. Contact Patsy Warmack (patsywarmack@tampabay.rr.com)

Casual Bridge Lunch Bunch at the Helm

BINGO at PAG

New LBC Table Burgee

Ladies Beach Club 15th Anniversary

It's Monday, it must be Mah Jongg

by Rich Treinen

Another character in our club is called Copperhead. He earned that nickname while on a Wing Shooters hunting trip in Kentucky. His heroic feat was nothing for him, he had spent his youth carousing the wild waters and woods near Bradenton. From those days he tells a story of a custom-built fishing skiff that attached and was peddled across town using two bicycles. In the early 70s, enlisting in the Navy kept Copperhead out of Vietnam. He opted for submarine service and ended up as a nuclear power plant operator on a boomer – the slang term for a ballistic sub. His duty entailed three months in Honolulu alternating with three months under sea and out of sight. While on those missions, he only knew he was somewhere in the Pacific. Every couple of weeks the sub would float an antenna to gather news and family messages. Six family grams, as they were called, were allowed for every mission. After seven years of active duty, Copperhead returned to Florida as an operator in a nuclear plant. By joining the reserves, he was able to complete twenty-five years of Navy service.

This guy we called Copperhead is known on the street as Mark Foster and has been in the Wing Shooters since nearly the beginning. He serves as our shooting coordinator, lining up the venue for our weekly Friday morning shoots. Look for Copperhead at the bar and ask about life in the Navy, hunting dove from the railroad tracks, and the battle with his namesake.

PASSPORT CLUB

by Dr. Patsy Warmack, President

October 6th: Sandy and Bob MacNeil, The South of France in a Self-drive

Boat. The Canal du Midi, north to south, navigating 60 plus locks through beautiful countryside. Pull over to a canal side restaurant or forage the local markets. On the Canal du Midi you have it at your pace and your way!

November 9th, 2023 (Please note this will be the 2nd Thursday of the month): Peter Plumb, Sailing Greenland.

June, 2022 Peter Plumb and most of his family and some friends chartered a 75’ steel schooner, the “Sky Dancer”, to explore parts of the West coast of Greenland. The cruise centered around Disko Bay north of the Arctic Circle. For 10 days they cruised among icebergs, icefloe and glaciers, big and small, visiting some of the small local villages that dot the area and the surrounding islands.

To meet more characters like Copperhead, join the Wing Shooters. Contact Grand Marshall Frank Robinson at: fhr506@gmail.com

•Meet-ups: 1st Thursday of the month - Downtown Club

•Social time at 5:00 pm; Presentation at 5:30 pm

•Reservations Required: www.spyc.org or (727) 892-6882

$10++/pp - Includes presentation and a plated snack Bar service is available

The Passport Club invites all SPYC Members & their guests who are frequent or frequently-aspiring travelers who share our mission. There are no dues - just sign-up! Have a travel program you want to share?

Contact: patsywarmack@tampabay.rr.com

December 7, 2023: Stephen Andon and Susan Robertson, African Safari. Embark on an unforgettable journey through the wilds of Africa, where adventure and unparalleled beauty lie at every turn. Stephen and Susan experienced a oneof-a-kind opportunity to view magnificent wildlife in the natural habitat, discovered new cultures and made memories that will last a lifetime.

The mission of the Passport Club is to share travel experiences, plans, and bucket lists for travel domestic or international; by land, sea or air; self-drive or sit back and let others do the work.

RV LAND CRUISERS

by Angela Kowalik Wagon Master

Some might say good things are worth repeating. And so it goes, Alaska 2.0! We are headed back to Alaska this summer, to take in all its beauty. It’s a multi-month, thousands of miles, trip but worth every penny. At least the fuel prices should be lower than they were last year.

Here’s some fun facts about Alaska, the 49th state:

• Size – it’s the largest state. So large, it’s larger than the next 3 largest states combined: Texas, California, and Montana at 663,300 square miles. It has more coastline than the rest of the U.S. combined (2nd is Florida). If it were a country, it would be in the top 20 biggest countries in the word!

• Ownership – Alaska used to belong to Russia, until it was sold to the U.S. in 1876. It’s only 50 miles to Russia.

• Capital – Juneau is the only capital not accessible by road (take a boat or plane)

• Water – Alaska is 14.2% water, it has 3 million lakes, and more than 3,000 rivers (Yukon River is 3rd longest in U.S.). It has coastlines on three different seas: the Artic Ocean, Pacific Ocean, and Bering Sea.

• Glaciers – it has the largest glacier in the U.S. - Matanuska Glacier. About 3% of Alaska is covered by glaciers (over 100,000 glaciers)

• Mountains – of the 20 highest mountains in the U.S., 17 are in Alaska, including the highest peak in North America – Denali (formerly known as Mt. McKinley).

• Forests – it has the largest national forest in the U.S. - Tongass (located in Juneau).

• Volcanoes – sometimes referred to as “the land of volcanoes”, it has over 130 with about 90 considered to be active.

• State Sport – is dog mushing, once the primary mode of transportation.

• Alaskan Malamute – a sled dog, one of the oldest domesticated dog breeds in the world.

• Northern Lights – visible most of the year with up to 240 days in the Northern Lights season (mid-August to mid-April), particularly in Fairbanks.

Just a few interesting and awe inspiring things about Alaska that warrants making a return trip!To join the group and keep up with our events where we will be making adventures happen, please contact: Angela Kowalik at SPYCRVLandCruisers@gmail.com.

Alaska over Europe

Alaska over the United States

BROAD REACHERS SALTY SISTERS

by Carol Hansen by Carol Hansen

TheMaggie Mug Race was finally completed during the month of April. This annual race is competed in Ideals, each boat with a crew of three. The trophy, donated by Maggie McClure, is a silver bowl mounted on a wooden base. It is a perpetual trophy presented to the winning skipper of this series. Placing first was Sue Davidson, coming in 2nd was Captain Dee Gill and 3rd place was Marti Cochran

A Pram Participation series was also held in April. Because Joanne Simmons won FIVE races in the series, she received the Hong Kong Trophy. This trophy was donated by PC Erni Mittermayr in 1965 and is a perpetual trophy presented to the Salty Sister who achieves five consecutive firsts in a regular

The final two weeks of the Broad Reacher’s sailing season was fun and quite successful. Juliette Clarke stepped in for Race Captain Katie Rodgers and organized a morning of racing consisting of “Rabbit” starts. There were five sailors and TEN races, and Gloria Davis kindly volunteered to be the PRO. KT Trudeau came in First Place overall, winning five of the ten races. Juliette Clarke, Carol Hansen, Karin Fydrich, and Dana Kollman made up the remainder of the group.

The last Pram sailing day, was a “Mother Ducky” race organized by PC Carol Hansen . Teams consisted of three sailors, all sailing together crossing the start line, rounding marks, and finishing all at the same time. “Mother Ducky” Joanne Simmons and her “Ducklings” Bijie Ding and Emily Kennedy came in first place!

On May 24th, the Salties had a great day in Sonars. After reviewing rigging, four Sonars set sail and completed a total of three races. Our “Land Cruise” Chair, KT Trudeau thanked Beverly Smoak for lending her beautiful home and putting together a great day on Lake Keystone. There was kayaking, rafting, paddle boarding, pontoon boat rides and food galore.

The last Saturday of the month was our Annual End of Year Sail to Hotel Zamora for lunch. The winds were predicted to be 12-15 in the morning but were only 2-3 kts. The ten sailors included Katie Rodgers, Dana Kollman, Alli Kollman, Sue Davidson, Lisa Avila, KT Trudeau, Mary Moosbruger, Pat Burrows, Bijie Ding, and Carol Hansen left the PAG Club at 10:00 am and arrived about 12:30 pm ready for lunch!!! Our Safety Boat, with Gloria Davis and Selga Sakss, had its own issues. They managed to get not one, but two good Samaritans to tow them to the nearest Marina to refuel and then towed back to the Club when the engine failed to run. From there, they jumped in a car and joined us for lunch. Afterwards, the wind picked up and we all made it safely back to the Club in about 20-30 minutes. All in all, it was a great day!!

Come join us for Saturday morning for some fun sailing and racing. You can participate as a sailor, race committee, or safety ashore. For more information about becoming a Broad Reacher, contact Carol Hansen at Carol@dband1.com

Joanne Simmons Hong Kong Trophy

Rigging Sonars

1st Place Mother Ducky Race

Sonars

Broad Reachers

Selga & Gloria Make-shift Bimini

Lunch at Hotel Zamora

Prams docked at Hotel Zamora

CAR CLUB

by Andy Evans

Our Car Club focuses on SPYC's automotive enthusiasts, but organizing the Car Club, planning events, and recruiting committee members has always been challenging. After the excitement and success of the St. Petersburg Motor Classic Car Show, we want to revitalize the Car Club by organizing our first-ever casual meet-up. The format is simple: all SPYC members are invited to bring their "special" or "favorite" ride and connect with other members who share their interests. Of course, anyone who is just an enthusiast for all things automotive is welcome. It's like a mini-car show where everyone can enjoy the company of fellow car lovers.

MARK YOUR CALENDAR FOR

1 DRIVE ANYTHING YOU CONSIDER YOUR FAVORITE

3 2

ENJOY CARS, COFFEE & TALKING WITH CAR NUTS

We will have our first event on Wednesday, July 12th at the Downtown Club starting at 8:00 am. For those who want coffee or breakfast, the Club is available. We will come together in the garage area and park our cars together. No registration, fees, or sign-up is required. Our goal is to make sharing and showcasing our rides easy and enjoyable. Drive safe, have fun, and I hope to see you on the 12th!

by Susan Cooper

G LF GROUP

The Golf Club at downtown SPYC embarked on our first successful overnight trip to Mission Inn up in Howey-InThe-Hills. Special thanks to Bill Protz for planning two days of 18 holes of golf and hosting a hospitality suite followed by dinner at El Conquistador. A good time was had by all!

Our recent monthly golf outings have included Bardmoor Golf Club, Mangrove Bay and Isla Del Sol. Congratulations to all the winning teams at these outings! Our group is a diverse mix of people and ALL skill levels of golf. We typically play once a month at a new course in the Tampa Bay area and play a four person scramble format to keep up pace of play.

Our monthly meetings are held the first Tuesday of each month at 6:00 pm at the Downtown Clubhouse. Meetings include games and a raffle and usually a guest speaker from our local community. No meetings are held during the months of July and August or December and January. During our recent May meeting we listened to an engaging talk from guest speaker Mike Wilson from the board of the Tampa Bay Watch

We learned about the importance of protecting and restoring our Tampa Bay watershed and all of the wonderful community driven projects, programs and outreach of this important organization. Please direct all future membership inquiries for the Golf Group to Bekah Rush at rush.rebekah@gmail.com or come meet us in person at one of our monthly meetings.

HOURS of OPERATION

DOWNTOWN CLUB:

OPEN: Tuesday - Sunday

CLOSED: Monday

TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY & THURSDAY

Open 7:30 am - 9:30 pm (last entry to building at 9:15 pm)

FRIDAY

Open 7:30 am - 11:00 pm (last entry to building at 10:45 pm)

SATURDAY

Open 8:30 am - 11:00 pm (last entry to building at 10:45 pm)

SUNDAY

Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm (last entry to building at 8:45 pm)

BREAKFAST BUFFET

Tuesday - Friday: 7:30 - 9:30 am Saturday: 8:30 - 10:45 am

Sunday Brunch Buffet: 11:00 am - 2:00 pm (Brunch reservations strongly suggested)

GRILLE 1909

Lunch Service: 11:30 am - 2:00 pm (Wednesday - Friday)

Dinner Service: 5:30 - 9:30 pm (Wednesday - Saturday) 5:30 - 9:00 pm (Sunday)

1909 Entertainment:

Wed., Thurs., Fri. & Sun. Smooth Piano ~ 7:00 - 9:00 pm

Saturday Late Night Piano Vibes 9:30 - 11:00 pm

HERITAGE LOUNGE

Lunch Service:

Tues. - Sun. 11:30 am - 5:30 pm (Express Lunch Buffet every Wed., & Fri., 11:30 am -2:00 pm)

Dinner Service:

Tues. - Sat: 5:30 - 9:30 pm

Sun., - 5:30 - 9:00 pm

Late Night Menu: 9:30 -11:00 pm

(Friday & Saturday)

LOUNGE ENTERTAINMENT

Friday & Saturday: 7:00 - 11:00 pm

FINAL FRIDAY MUSIC every month in the lounge! Enjoy a new, local, fun band.

TIKI BAR

Tuesday- Thursday: 5:00 - 9:30 pm

Friday: 5:00 - 11:00 pm (LIVE Music 7-10 pm)

Saturday: 1:00 - 11:00 pm (LIVE Music 7-10 pm)

Sunday: 1:00 - 9:00 pm (LIVE Music 3-6 pm)

PASS-A-GRILLE CLUB

OPEN: Thursday - Monday

CLOSED: Tuesday & Wednesday

Clubhouse Hours: 11:30 am - 9:30 pm

Monday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday

Pool Opens - 11:00 am - Closes 7:00 pm

(Last entry to building at 9:15 pm)

LIVE Music: Saturday 5:00 - 8:00 pm

Clubhouse Hours for Sunday: 11:30 am - 8:00 pm

Pool Opens - 11:00 am - Closes 7:00 pm

(Last entry to building at 7:45 pm)

Dining Reservations:

Can be made online at www.spyc.org, or on your SPYC mobile app. If you are unable to keep your reservation, please contact us as soon as possible. It will permit us to offer a greater choice of time and size of party to your fellow members. A fee of $10/ pp will be assessed for no shows. Thank you for your cooperation.