SEPTEMBER 2021
MEMBERSHIP NEWSLETTER
DETAILS OF THE COMMODORE’S BALL
2021 ~ BACK COVER
“Featured Article”
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ear SPYC Members, I’m very happy to begin the September Commodore’s Log by announcing that we have a new General Manager. Rhett J. Robicheaux is now the leader of our SPYC staff team. Please introduce yourselves to him and give him a warm welcome! In other very important news, a survey is being conducted to guide our new strategic plan. Please make sure to complete the survey, when it arrives, as it will have a tremendous influence on the direction our club takes to enhance your membership experience. It is very important that every member completes the survey. Please mark your calendars for our Annual Meeting and Board of Directors Election, which will take place on October 12th. We have a great slate of candidates, who are all highly qualified to serve as club leaders. Plan to attend our Meet the Candidates Nights on Tuesday, September 28th & Tuesday, October 5th at 5:00 pm in the Heritage Lounge. Come out for Happy Hour and support the new candidates running in the 2021-2022 Board of Directors Election. Just as last year, members are able to vote up to two weeks prior to the election, by mail or in person at the Club. In-person voting will be available on the day of the election. We hope for a great voter turn-out!
The Club has some amazing events lined up. Don’t miss out on the fun! Complete details are listed in this issue: .The Match Game Show ~ Saturday, September 18th .SPYC Kids Laser Tag Party ~ Saturday, September 18th .SPYC Speakeasy ~ Saturday, September 25th .Fall Family Carnival ~ Sunday, October 17th .Dueling Pianos Show! ~ Saturday, October 23rd .Commodore’s Ball - Saturday, November 13th Regatta season is back in full swing. For a complete list of upcoming Regattas, and the NOR’s, members can visit www.spyc.org/regattas. Here are a few happening soon: .St. Petersburg Classic (Sept. 11th) .Bruce Watters Green Fleet Regatta (Sept. 18-19) .St. Petersburg Yacht Club Championships (Oct. 2nd) .Fall Bay Race/Ted Irwin Memorial (Oct. 9th) Speaking of regattas, I am happy to report that our SPYC Masters Team Racing Team (Kai Cox, Jody Abrams, A.L. Braun, Matt Braun, Mitchell Rogers, Susan Wallace, Bill Icely, Joe Froehock, Frank McCarthy, Mike Funsch and your Commodore) just returned from competing in the Hinman Masters Team Race at New York Y.C. The Doyle Family graciously hosted us for housing, which was much appreciated. We learned a great deal, had fun, made new friends and look forward to representing the club at future events.
There are many improvements underway around our facilities: The clubhouse at Pass-a-Grille will be partially shut down to allow for improvements, but the pool and limited outdoor service will be available. At the Sailing Center, with our 20 year lease official, we are making up-grades which will enhance our abilities to enjoy sailing. Last, but not least, Happy Labor Day! The Heritage Lounge will be improved with plans underway to Respectfully, remodel the bathrooms and replace the chairs. Our Main Clubhouse Pool Deck recieved attention and work began in August to refurbish this structure. David Mendelblatt, Commodore
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Rhett J. Robicheaux,CCM..............................................................................823-1219 General Manager, COO | gm@spyc.org Colleen Finney, CHAE........................................................................................823-1061 Chief Financial Officer | controller@spyc.org Corey A. Hall..........................................................................................................892-6888 Director of Member Relations | Membership@spyc.org
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Joseph Van Bemmel..........................................................................................892-6889 Executive Chef | executivechef@spyc.org Shannon Nylander, CPCE ,WSET2...............................................................892-6882 Catering Director/Clubhouse Services Manager | catering@spyc.org Jamie Lord.............................................................................................................892-6897 Catering Assistant | cateringinfo@spyc.org
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Leah Wieter ...........................................................................................................892-6893 Member Services/Marketing Coordinator | member.services@spyc.org Pierre Dumaine...................................................................................................892-6880 Beverage Manager | pierre@spyc.org Mary Lou Privitera.............................................................................................822-3873 Director of Restaurants ext. 227 | Director.restaurants@spyc.org
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Kerrie Paquette ..................................................................................................360-1646 Manager at the Beach Club @ Pass-a-Grille | Kerrie@spyc.org Shawn Macking...................................................................................................822-3113 Waterfront Director | Waterfront-director@spyc.org Chase Hudspeth & John Toberman............................................................822-3227 dockmaster@spyc.org
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Todd Fedyszyn.....................................................................................................896-8101 Youth Sailing Director | youthsailingdirector@spyc.org Steve Partridge....................................................................................................892-6892 Facilities Manager | facilitiesmgr@spyc.org Maritza Villanueva.............................................................................................892-6894 Housekeeping/Valet/Security Manager | housekeeping@spyc.org
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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 Downtown Club: Tuesday - Sunday, CLOSED Mondays
change.) LOUNGE COVID-19 CLUB HOURS (Club hours are subject toHERITAGE TUESDAY Lunch Service: 11:30 am - 5:30 pm Open 11:00 am - 9:30 pm (Express Lunch Buffet, Wed. - Fri. 11:30 am -2:00 pm) (last entry to building & last call at 9:15 pm) Dinner Service: 5:30 - 9:00 pm Late Night Menu: 9:00 -11:00 pm WEDNESDAY & THURSDAY (Friday & Saturday) Open 7:30 am - 9:30 pm Sunday Brunch Buffet – 11:00 am - 2:00 pm (last entry to building & last call at 9:15 pm) FRIDAY & SATURDAY Open 7:30 am - 11:00 pm (last entry to building & last call at 10:45 pm) SUNDAY Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm (last entry to building & last call at 8:45 pm) GRILLE 1909 Breakfast Service: 7:30 - 9:30 am (Wednesday- Saturday)
TIKI HUT Tuesday- Thursday: 5:00 - 9:30 pm Friday: 5:00 - 11:00 pm (LIVE Music) Saturday: Noon - 11:00 pm (LIVE Music!) Sunday: 1:00 - 9:00 pm (LIVE Music!) COMMODORE DINING Friday & Saturday: 5:30 - 8:30 pm Reservations Required - (727) 822-3873
www.facebook.com/SaintPetersburgYachtClub www.twitter.com/SPYC_FL #stpetersburgyachtclub on Instagram PASS-A-GRILLE CLUB *Hours below are subject to change during the month of September due to Annual Shutdown* Pool Opens ~ 11:00 am | Club Opens ~ 11:30 am Open Thursday - Monday CLOSED Tuesday & Wednesday
*Commodore Commodore Room Reservations: Commodore Room reservations are glady taken at the front desk. 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.
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WELCOME
TO OUR NEW MEMBERS! Active:
Mr. & Mrs. Robert & Melody Auslander Ms. Patricia Anne Bowden Mr. John Brown Mr. & Mrs. Anthony & Chelsea Cellamare Mr. & Mrs. Hunter & Michelle Hoffman Dr. Mitchel & Mrs. Isle Hoffman Mr. & Mrs. Brian & Susan Holshouser Mr. & Mrs. Alexander & Georgia Janas Mr. & Mrs. Joseph & Shelley Jaquish Mr. & Mrs. James & Natalie Mauney Mr. & Mrs. Matthew & Stephanie McNulty Mr. & Mrs. Paul & Julie Murray Ms. Audrey Orgo Mr. Justin Peterson Mrs. Jekatrina Privas & Mr. Jack Vaughn Ms. Heide Rand Mr. & Mrs. David & Jaye Taylor Mr. & Mrs. Brent & Diana Yohn Mr. Todd & Alexis Buese Ms. Carol Fasick Col. Thomas Bowman Mr. & Mrs. Stuart & Tatum Reed Mrs. Dorothy Eubanks-Spratling & Mr. Charles Spratling Mr. & Mrs. Alan & Julie Griesinger Mr. & Mrs. John & Eugenia Vanek Ms. Michelle Mauzerall Mr. & Mrs. Douglas & Nora Townes Mr. & Mrs. Jay & Kristine Wells Mr. & Mrs. Lance & Jamie Griffon Ms. Rachael Schwartz & Mr. Eric Leightner Ms. Dawn Palermo Mr. & Mrs. Hunter & Michelle Hoffman Mr. Justin Peterson & Mrs. Alexis Logan
Active Boat:
Mr. & Mrs. Jonathan & Allison Brett Dr. Daniel & Mrs. Elaine Schroeder Mr. & Mrs. Waldemar & Marie Vidal Mr. & Mrs. John & Chelli McCurdy Mr. & Mrs. Paul & Kimberly Blake Dr. Beth Klement Mr. & Mrs. Scott & Michelle Margolis Mr. Brad Ellender & Ms. Tarin Forbes Mr. & Mrs. Michael & Michelle Valerio
Thank You to Our Proposers!
Non Resident:
Ms. Kara Bolton Mr. & Mrs. Paul & Sana Caan Mr. & Mrs. Charles & Debra Guisinger Mr. Tom Koehler & Ms. Carol Kucharski Mr. John Link Ms. Meliss a Raulston Mr. & Mrs. Roger & Wendy Saks Mr. & Mrs. Charles & Joanna Davis Mr. & Mrs. James & Catherine Bennett Mr. & Mrs. John & Maria Lentz Mr. & Mrs. Thomas & Alana Curran
Intermediate:
Mr. Matthew Ahmann Ms. LynAnne Anderson Mr. & Mrs. John & Jacqueline Brown Mr. Tyler Crane Mr. Zachary Fanning Mr. William Gramling Mrs. Bailey McClanathan Ms. Sydeny Moore Mr. Emerick Jared Ms. Demetria Bayt & Mr. Brian Selman Mr. & Mrs. Patrick & Kathleen Wilson Mr. Louis McBride Ms. Jackie Taylor Mr. & Mrs. Casey & Amanda Sanders Ms. Caroline Pusak & Mr. Alexander Seamon Mr. Hunter Matrine Mr. & Mrs. Jordan & Rachael Sessler Mr. & Mrs. Sach & Andrea Coopersmith Mr. Zachary Fanning
PAG Only:
Mr. & Mrs. Chris & Anne Core Mr. & Mrs. David & Michelle Beshears Mr. & Mrs. Howard & Carla Markowitz
The Club relies on our members proposals and we thank you for your support!
Kelly Anderson Wendi Stevens Vanessa McClearnon Gina Bowden-Pierce Philip Amick, Jr. Philip Amick Gene Collins David Cox Marshall Stevens Peter Davidson Scott Gramling Betty Hurley Stephen Miller Pam Gehrich Marshall & Wendy Stevens Philip Yost John Jackson Thomas Scholl Tom Schell Comm. David Mendelblatt Jeffrey McClanathan Daryn Smith Dawn Palermo Gloria Davis Martin Kullman Amy Mendelblatt Terri Holly Maryanne Rouse Mikhele Severini Wayne Andrews
Membership Chairman
Jackie Taylor Dale Ingle Heather Lavander Collette Richardson Ashley Fox Hannah Gross Jeanne McConnell Edward McConnell Kathryn Considine Edward Hacker Mark Carron Peter Davidson Jack Boyle Herbert Rest Stephanie Carmack Wally Guthrie Michael Kotler John Cooper Geert Benoot Maurice Goldman Veronica Hickey Timothy Beacham Bruce Rogers Pamela Thomas Mike Connors Jeff Fox Dennis Ruppel Matt Frey Jack Satterfield Corey Hall
Director of Member Relations (727) 892-6888 membership@spyc.org
Junior:
Mr. Gregory Sarivola
Want to get MORE involved in your Club?
Consider Joining a Committee! For details, visit the “Member Central” page of the website and complete the online Committee Interest Form.
(www.spyc.org)
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SPYC’s New General Manager Welcome, Rhett J. Robicheaux!
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ear Members, I am privileged with this extraordinary opportunity to serve as General Manager of the St. Petersburg Yacht Club. I look forward to meeting each one of you as I join the SPYC family and call St. Petersburg home. My wife Susan and I are moving down here as empty nesters, except for our two dogs Beaux and Stella, as our three children are all off making a living or attending College. Their support, patience, and understanding allow me to be the man I am today and because of them I am here. As I sit and write this article on my first day after a great final tour from Marc, I am pleased with what I have observed at this point. We have an extraordinary Club here with many moving parts and the key will be consistency in all areas. As I continue to get settled in and learn the culture at SPYC there is one area that stands out, and that being the management team and their committment to you, the Membership. I will diligently work with the Club’s Leadership and all department heads to make sure we are all on the same course moving ahead and that we observe, acknowledge, and react to all opportunities.
I have a lot to learn about the Club and your support and constructive comments will help me in enhancing the member experience. With that said, I welcome all feedback. I am at your service, and you will see a lot of me. So please do not hesitate to stop by and say hello...I’m looking forward to it. It is again my pleasure to be aboard this extraordinary Club with such wonderful members, staff, tradition, and history. My goal is simple – to be the catalyst of the continuation of making the St. Petersburg Yacht Club one of America’s Top Yacht Clubs and carrying on the great traditions and camaraderie this Club has fostered over the years. I look forward to seeing each one of you around one of our three facilities. Cheers, Rhett J. Robicheaux, CCM General Manager, COO
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Did You Know?
hildren of members are eligible for Legacy Membership discounts to start their own membership account. Dependent children under the age of 21 are included on a membership account; children over the age of 21 are welcome to visit the Club with their parents present or are eligible to start their own membership account. The Club offers immediate familymembers (Children, Grandchildren, Parents, Grandparents and Siblings) the opportunity to enjoy 50% off their Initiation Fee when joining.
Friendly Reminders: .Be sure to display your current parking decal (red) outwardly facing on your rearview mirror. This helps our staff identify members. New 2021-2022 parking decals will be available in October. .Florida state law does require a person over 21 to present a valid ID to purchase alcohol. Please be kind to our staff members when they request to verify birth dates.
To request information or an application, please contact Membership at: (727) 892-6888 - Or - membership@spyc.org SMOOTH SAILING | SEPTEMBER 2021
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Tuesday, October 12th NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING and Report of Nominating Committee/2021-2022
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he Annual Meeting of the St. Petersburg Yacht Club will be held on Tuesday - October 12, 2021. At this meeting the following business will be transacted: Election of Directors, Annual Reports of Officers and members of the Executive Committee, reading of communications, and other such business as may properly come before the meeting. Refreshments will be served following the meeting. Voting for Directors will start at 11:30 am in the Quarterdeck Room and will continue until 7:30 pm. The Annual Meeting will be called to order at 7:45 pm in the Ballroom. Members eligible to vote who are in the following three membership categories, and who are in “good standing”, must present their membership card before voting: All Past Commodores, Active/Active Boat, and Intermediates. (Members who are not eligible to vote include Non-Residents, Domestic Partners of a member, and Pass-a-Grille Club Only Memberships). In the instance of Married Couple Memberships, only one spouse may vote per membership, on a first come basis. Wendy Reuss-Stocke, Secretary
“ACTIVE” Candidates
Wayne Andrews Chris Bergstrom Emmanuel Cerf Joe DiVito Frank Fraze, IV. Mike Funsch Jim Henderson Larry Jensen Bert Rachel “INTERMEDIATE” Candidates
NOTICE—Absentee Ballot for Annual Election As prescribed in the Club By-laws (Article IV, Section 5), any member entitled to vote who desires to vote by Absentee Ballot may, within TWO WEEKS PRIOR ELECTION DAY (beginning Tuesday, September 28th), procure from the Secretary an absentee ballot, which shall be duly noted for the member (Ballots are available in the Membership Office). Any member whose dues, house account, or other indebtedness to the Club has not been paid in full thirty (30) days after being billed for the same, shall not be deemed a “member in good standing”.
House Rule #27 Pertaining to Election: In reference to Club elections, there shall be no written voting recommendations or other candidate slate suggestions passed out on the Yacht Club premises.
By Laws: Article IV-Section 4 Direct mailings or other mass distribution to members of campaign material by or on behalf of Board Candidates is prohibited and, if caused by a candidate, grounds for disqualification of a candidate or removal from the Board of such elected candidate and other disciplinary action, as well as grounds for disciplinary action against any non-candidate member who engages in such action.
By Laws: Article IX – Section 1 Such prejudicial conduct includes oral communication or distribution by any mean negative literature or other material designed to embarrass or humiliate another club member, regardless of whether such member is running for an elected position.
James Deininger Wendy Reuss-Stocke The above individuals have been nominated for the Board at the time this article was submitted for publication.
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Voting Options and Instructions
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PYC members have a choice of three voting options for this year’s Board of Directors election taking place Tuesday, October 12th. Please review the details on this page carefully. OPTION 1 – In-Person Voting Day of Election .Members may choose to attend in person to cast their vote. Voting will take place downstairs in the Quarterdeck Room, which will be set-up to abide by the CDC’s physical distancing guidelines and meet SPYC’s sanitation standards. Polls will be open on October 12th beginning at 11:30 am and close promptly at 7:30 pm. OPTION 2 – Request an Absentee Ballot via Email Send your Absentee Ballot request to: Election@spyc.org
1. One request, per membership, may be made for an absentee ballot through Email; please include your member number when requesting. (ABSENTEE BALLOTS: Available beginning Tuesday, September 28th) 2. All ballots sent via Email are REQUIRED to be mailed back (via USPS) to the Membership Office before day of election, October 12th. (Ballots returned via Email cannot be counted as a valid vote.)
OPTION 3 – Cast Your Absentee Ballot In-Person .Members who wish to cast an Absentee Ballot in person at the Club, before October 12th, may do so by visiting the Membership Office during business hours: Tuesday-Friday between 11:00 am – 5:00 pm or on Saturdays between 11:30 am – 4:00 pm. Need a New Membership Card? .Members who will be voting in person on the day of election and need a replacement membership card can Email their request to: membership@spyc.org or call (727) 892-6888. Replacement cards will be available for pick up at the front desk of the downown clubhouse beginning September 29th. Annual Meeting: October 12, 2021 .Hosted in the Ballroom at 7:45 pm for members who wish to attend in person. Alternatively, the Club will LIVE stream video of this meeting that evening. A web link to this video will be made available for members through a designated E-blast (which will be sent out several days prior), and also accessible at www.spyc.org (members can log-in to their member portal and visit the “Member Central” webpage to access the LIVE stream link).
3. The following information is required to be placed on the backside of your return envelope: a) Name of Member who is Voting, b) Member Number, and c) please reference, “Absentee Ballot”. 4. Ballots returned by mail will not be opened by any individual of the SPYC Management or Staff, therefore we require the above information on your envelope in order for your ballot to be accurately accounted for by the SPYC Election Personnel. 5. To ensure that your ballot is received before election day (October 12th) and accounted for, please be sure that you mail your ballot back to us as soon as possible, to allow sufficient delivery time through the USPS.
Join us in the Heritage Lounge on the following dates for a special “Meet the Candidates Night”. During Happy Hour Tuesday, September 28th ~ 5:00 pm Tuesday, October 5th ~ 6:00 pm
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Yachting Information Committee by Donna Sue Marks, Yachting Information Chair
s the Olympics closed last month, we only have 3 years to wait until the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris: July 26-August 11, 2024. The USA Sailing Team of 13 Olympians, though competitive on the world stage, did not garner any podium results.
SPYC has had many Laser Champions and future ones for us to celebrate. One such member and Laser Sailor, Tim Landt, attended the European Laser Master July 23-29, 2021 in Gargnano, Italy. He shared this photo as he is port tacking the fleet at the start. He is #199921 USA. BRAVO Tim!
They represented the USA well while navigating through pandemic-related changes that impacted their training, performance development, and lives. We look forward to what the future holds for the USA Sailing Team. The 2024 Olympic sailing events will now comprise five events involving foiling classes, and four of those will be using boards, not boats. The boat we will continue to see in 2024 is the Laser. Bruce Kirby, whose original Laser sketch entered sailing lore as the “million-dollar doodle”, was 92 when he died on July 19, 2021. This low-slung fiberglass dinghy became known as the Laser. The boat first sold at the 1971 NY Boat Show. The Laser nearly 14 feet long, 130 lbs fiberglass hull, and aluminum mast cost $695 at that time.
While Olympics are still fresh on our minds… take a stroll down the main hall to the South Entrance. Just outside the Quarterdeck Room on the wall to your left is a series of pictures under the plaque—Hall of Champions. Please read on.
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From these pictures you will catch a glimpse of some of the rich history of SPYC Champions: L-R: PC Pat Seidenspinner—1st female PRO for an Olympics; Allison Jolly & Lynne Jewell —first women to win a Gold medal in sailing at the 1988 Olympics in Seoul, Korea; JP Creignou winning a Bronze Medal in the 2004 Paralympics in Athens, Greece; Jennifer French & JP Creignou’s Silver win in 2012’s Paralympics in Weymouth, England; a brief list of Mark Mendelblatt's triumphs; Not pictured is Dr. John Ross Dugan who won the Bronze in the 1996 Paralympics. There are many untold Champions among us!
Submitted by: Trisha Birkenstock
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MARK YOUR CALENDAR!
hat is a Poker Run? A Poker Run is not a race. It’s a Club tradition and an assembly of some of the most social and active boaters in the SPYC. On Poker Run Day, boaters meet at the Club docks and show off thier well-curated boat themes. Upon arriving at the Club they will check-in and recieve a nautical map that will chart their path of adventure for the day. The map includes 5-8 different stops in which the boaters will travel to and collect a poker chip at each stop. The stops are a combination of gracious member’s waterfront homes and local waterside restaurants. All boats are tasked with visiting all the stops in the time allotted. Upon returning to the Club, each participant will turn in their tokens for poker cards and play a 5-Card Poker hand! Prizes are awarded for the Best Hand, Best Boat Theme, and Best Dock Stop. It is always fun to see what everyone comes up with!
(previous date of Oct. 9th has changed)
Downtown Docks
Saturday ~ October 16th If you are interested in hosting a dock stop or volunteering to help with a stop, please email: Alex Deininger at aboudreau103@gmail.com
$15++/per person Arrive & Check-In at Docks: From 10:00 - 11:00 am
Dinner Buffet & Awards: 5:00 pm in the Ballroom Reservations Required to attend the Dinner & Awards Call: (727) 892-6882 OR catering@spyc.org
SAVE THE DATE!
2021 Blessing of the Fleet
Sunday, November 7th Downtown Marina More details will be announced in upcoming issues of Smooth Sailing
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SPYC REGATTAS 2021
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St. Petersburg Classic Regatta OA-SPSA/hosted by SPYC ~ September 11th Bruce Watters Green Fleet ~ September 18-19
St. Petersburg Yacht Club Championships ~ October 2nd
Fall Bay Race/Ted Irwin Memorial ~ October 9th Fall Kite Foil Regatta ~ November 6th - 7th College National Match Racing ~ November 13th - 14th J/70 Youth National Championship ~ November 19th - 21st America’s Disabled Regatta ~ December 4th - 5th High School Keelboat National Championship ~ December 11th - 12th Snipe Masters National Championship ~ December 11th - 12th
For complete Regatta details, online entry & NOR’s please visit: www.spyc.org/regattas (dates are subject to change)
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his 12th Annual event will celebrate classic boats, sail and motor. As in prior years, we invite the typical sailboat racing categories: Spinnaker, NonSpinnaker, Cruiser and the special Fun Class, all built before 2002 . The motor vessels will have unique challenges - at the docks and on the water. There will be a Friday evening Social and Check-in at the Club. On Saturday, competitors will meet and promenade early in the day. Some sort of race around 1300 and a few parties that evening: debriefing at the docks and a celebration/awards at the Club.
Join the FCYC RV Land Cruisers for a fun and memorable trip to the Keystone Heights RV Resort!
Travel Dates: October 21st - 25th For more information about this trip, please contact Angela Kowalik at: koalafam@tampabay.rr.com
September 10th-12th by Gloria Davis
And, if it rains or not, there could be some special happenings on Sunday. Free dockage at the Clubs docks is available, if you reserve in time! All participants will be judged and awarded accordingly – some for speed, others for beauty, originality and/or any other criteria the Race Committee can envision. This special Regatta has always honored classic boats and our “Neighborly” operation here in St. Petersburg, provider of “Meals on Wheels”. Many Sponsors will also have provided funding for this event. They will be recognized at the awards dinner.
For information about the FCYC and their upcoming General Meetings, please visit: www.floridacouncilofyachtclubs.com
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Saint Petersburg Yacht Club Bob Lee Memorial 2021 Fishing Tournament
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Hosted by SPYC Saltwater Anglers ELIGIBLE SPECIES Amberjack Baracuda Billfish Bluefish Cobia Dolphin Flounder Gag Grouper Grey Snapper Grunt Hogfish King Mackerel Lane Snapper Permit Pompano Porgy Red Grouper Red Snapper Redfish (closed season) Scamp Seatrout (closed season) Sheepshead Snook (closed season) Spanish Mackerel Tarpon Triggerfish (closed season) Tripletail Tuna Wahoo Yellowtail Snapper
FWC Regulations 34” fork length 15" fork length FWC Regulations 12" fork length 33" fork Length No size limit 12" length 24" length 10" length No limit 14" fork length 24" fork length 8” Length Slot 11"-22", 1>22" 11" fork length No limit 20" length 16" length Slot 18"-27" 16" slot 15"-20", 1>20" 12" length Slot 28"-33" 12" fork length No limit 15" fork 18" Length No limit No Limit 12” Length
Friday, October 22nd Captains Meeting 6:30 pm Fishing: Saturday, October 23rd Team Event Up to four (4) Anglers per boat Entry Fee $60 per Angler Includes Tournament Shirt A portion of proceeds to benefit The Celma Mastry Ovarian Cancer Foundation
All teams must be registered by midnight on Friday, October 15th (1 week before the event) to be eligible to participate. All registrations must be made through the sign-up form on the SPYC website at www.spyc.org or directly with Wayne Andrews at waynewandrews@gmail.com before the deadline.
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Happy September
Birthdays!!
Mr. Rand Abedrabbo Mrs. Kari Adams Mr. Christopher Ahern Mr. Matthew Ahmann Mr. Hermann M. Amaya Mrs. Theresa Amick Mrs. Lisa Amos Mr. Troy Anderson Mr. Wayne W. Andrews Mr. John Anthony Mr. Adam Arbisi Mr. James Aresty Mr. Steve Armstrong Mr. James R. Arnold Mrs. Patricia Augur Mrs. Lisa Avila Mrs. Charlotte Bacon Mrs. Caryn Bacon Mrs. Lisa Baird Mrs. Jamie Ball Mrs. Mary McKeown Barber Mr. Michael Barger Mrs. Andrea Barlow Mrs. Demetria Bayt Mrs. Constance Beckman Mrs. Cheryl Bell Mr. Stephen Bell Mr. Stanley Bellis Mrs. Eloise Bellis Mrs. Katie Bernard Mr. Robert Bolline Dr. Alfred Bonati Mrs. Pamela Borgstede Mrs. Carol Botsolas Ms. Patricia Ann Bowden Mr. John Bowman Mrs. Ann Lisa Braun Mr. Rick Brooks Mrs. Jacqueline Brown Mr. Alan Buchman Mr. Henry Burkley Mr. Dean Burnetti Mrs. Penelope Burns Mr. Richard Butler
Mrs. Kandise Butler Mr. Lindsay Byers PC James Byrne Mrs. Paula N. Cardoso Mr. Anthony P. Catalioto Dr. Robert T. Chamberlain Mr. Douglas A. Clapp Ms. Melanie Clem Mrs. June Coe Mr. Sterne Cole Ms. Hester Colin Mrs. Pamela Conway Mrs. Edwina Cornelius Mr. Walter Cornell Mrs. Margret Cornell Mr. Sean Cornell Mr. John S. Coryn Mrs. Jean Cox Mr. R. Danley Creamer Mr. Kevin Cross Mr. Neal Crosson Mrs. Agnes Dacey Mrs. Leslie Daniels Mrs. Stephanie Dann Mrs. Mary Jane Davidson Ms. Danielle Day Mrs. Joan Dean Mrs. Breehan Dean Mrs. Kacy DeJesus Mr. Dean Dickinson Mr. David Diferdinando Mr. Matt DiGennaro Mr. James Dixon Mrs. Frances Doyle Mrs. Eugenia Duggar Mrs. Ilona Dutcher Mrs. Sherry Edgar Dr. Robert J. Emmons Mr. Roger L. Erb Mr. Charles Evans Mr. James E. Falkingham Mrs. Chloe Fargione Mr. David P. Feaster Mr. William Felder
Mr. Mark Fischer Mrs. Marion Fleming Mr. Peter Ford Ms. Deborah Forter Mrs. Brenda Frecka Mr. Max Fulmer Mrs. Patricia Gaskin Mr. Scott Gattis Mrs. Julie Geiger Mr. Shawn Gertsch Mrs. JoAnn Giebner Mr. John Gillott Mr. Rodney Givens Mr. Joshua Goldman Mr. Joseph Goodman Mrs. Rita Gould Dr. Alan Grabowsky Mr. Keith Gramling Mr. George E. Greene Mrs. Jaime Griffon Mr. Charles Guisinger Mr. Mark Guthrie Mr. Tibor Gyires Mrs. Dawn Hagman Mr. Robert Hambrick Mr. Steve Hamilton Mrs. Kim Hamilton Dr. Nicole Hamisak Mr. Mark Hampton Mr. James Hanlon Mrs. Carol Hansen Mr. Edgar Harden Mr. Marc Hardgrove Mrs. Kimberly Hardgrove Mrs. Albert J. Hart Mrs. Sarah Hartney Mr. Nicholas Hartney Mrs. Carla Hassell Mr. Pedro Hernandez Mr. Hal Hershkowitz Mrs. Sarah Hill Mr. James Hill Mrs. Bobbi Hill Mrs. Annie Hirt
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Birthday wishes from SPYC! Anytime during the month of your Birthday, stop by the Club and enjoy a complimentary entrée & 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. Robert Hoffman Mrs. Michelle Hoffman Mrs. Rose M. Hoke Mr. Jacob Holehouse Mr. Jason Holloway Mr. Michael Holtz Mr. Jon Holtzworth Ms. Sharyn W. Jacobson Mrs. April James Mr. Albert Jasuwan Mrs. Jacqueline Jensen Mrs. Betty Jane Johnson Mrs. Caroline Jordan Johnson Mr. Alan Jones Mrs. Ann Joslin Mr. Dennis K. Kadau Mr. Charles Kadrie Mrs. Samantha Kahn Mr. John Kaloust Mrs. Susan Kaloust Mr. John Kearney Mr. Patrick Kennedy Mrs. Dale Koch Mrs. Eleanor Koelsch Mrs. Eileen Kollar Mr. Gerald C. Krauss Mrs. Joan F. Krauss Ms. Carol Kucharski Dr. Carlos Labrador Mrs. Kathryn Lamb Mrs. Mary Landy Mr. W. Steve Lang Ms. Lisa Langdon Mrs. Emily Larsen Mr. Lars Larsen Mr. J. Kent Larson Mrs. Catherine Lasky Dr. James Lawrence Ms. Susan Leduc Mrs. Judy Leftoff Mrs. Taylor Lentz Mrs. Katherine Letzter Mrs. Marilyn Levine Ms. Lauren Gail Liberatore
Mrs. Kelly C. Lindsay Mrs. Kathy Lingelbach Mrs. Carol J. Llaneza-Jones Mrs. Sigrid Lovfald Mr. Dean Lurker Miss Margaret MacDougall Ms. MacMurdo Mrs. Judith C. Malone Mrs. Rebecca Malowany Mr. Austin Markiewicz Mr. Jaquelin A. Marshall Mr. Paul Martin Mrs. Virginia Anne Massari Mrs. Bailey McClanathan Mr. Allen Dain McCormick Mr. Frederic E. McCoy Mrs. Cynthia McDonnell Mr. Ryan McKeone Mr. Brant McKown Mr. Shayn McLellan Mrs. Tammy McNelis Mrs. Ria McQueen Mr. Scott E. Mednick Mr. John A. Mehok Mrs. Susan Mitchell Mr. David Monfried Mrs. Roberta Monger Mr. Charles Monks Mr. Richard Mooney Ms. Mary Moosbrugger Mrs. Maurine Morgan Mr. Joshua S. Morse Mrs. Mary Ann Morse Ms. Darcy Mullins Mrs. Mary Anna Murphy Mrs. Julie Murray Mrs. Brooke Nelson Ms. B.T. Nguyen Ms. Krista Nolin Dr. Richard G. Norenberg Mr. Raymond Noyes Mr. Richard M. Nugent Mrs. Maggie O’Connell Ms. Jeannie O’Grady
Mr. Leonard E. Oliver Ms. Bonnie Peavy Mrs. Beth Pennington Mr. Raul Perera Mr. John C. Petagna Mrs. Gina Bowden-Pierce Mr. Stephen Pletcher, Jr. Mr. Robert Ponte Ms. Barbara Poole Mrs. Vicki C. Posner Mr. Jeffrey Preston Mr. Peter J. Privitera Mrs. Terri N. Puhle Mrs. Alanna Ramirez Mrs. Rose Baker Reilly Mrs. Robin Rinda Mr. Frank Ripa Mrs. C. Diane Rodrigues Mr. Richard Roman Mrs. RoxAnn Rooney Dr. Allen W. Root Mrs. Faith Rovin Mrs. Suzanne Rowland Mrs. Carol Russell Ms. Selga L. Sakss Mrs. Amanda Sanders Mr. Russell Savela Mrs. Allison Scharnow Mrs. Kendrah Schiappa Ms. Margaret Schmidt Mrs. Carol Schrader Mrs. Sandra M. Schunk Mrs. Patricia Selby Dr. James D. Sewell Mrs. Kari Shapero Mr. Craig Shapero Mrs. Wynne Shapiro Mrs. Pamela Sherman Mrs. Julie Shields Mrs. Starin Shouppe Miss Darby Sain Siviter Mr. Philip Skelton Mr. Lance Skipper Mrs. Jeri Gage Smith
Mrs. Darby Smith-Long Mrs. Julia Sorbo Mrs. Melissa Spangler Mr. Peter Stanhope Mr. Gerald Sterker Mrs. DC Stevenson Mrs. Lindsay Stewart Mrs. Anne Stover Mr. James Stull Mrs. Kristen G. Sulte Ms. Dawn Sumner Mr. David Taylor Mr. Guy Thibaut Ms. Kristen Thomas Dr. Emmet C. Thompson Mrs. Ruth Thurman Mr. Deborah Tornello Ms. Iliana Tostado Dr. Henry Towery Dr. Gene Towery Mrs. Nora Townes Mr. Joel Tranum Mrs. Cindy Lee Tremper Mr. Robert Tudi Mrs. Keith M. Tulloch Mrs. Sharon Vanoucek Mrs. Jennifer Varsha Mr. Alfred Vieira Mrs. Jacqueline Vieira Mr. Stephen O. Walcutt Mrs. Deborah Walcutt Hon. David Walker Dr. Wesley Wallace Ms. Caroline H. Wallace Ms. Susan Wallace Mrs. Susan Walling Shelly Michelle Watkins Mrs. Linda Watson Mrs. Carole Waygood Mr. James Weaver Mrs. Martha Weber Mrs. Debora Wilder Mr. Lewis D. Wilgus Mr. Kenton D. Wilson
Ms. Judy Wilson Mr. Patrick Wilson PC Richard B. Winning Mrs. Jane Winstead Mr. James Wood Mr. Michael A. Wyckoff Mr. C. Steven Yerrid Ms. Allyson Yoegel Mrs. Elizabeth Zimmer
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AT THE CLUB IN SEPTEMBER Events & Entertainment below take place at the Downtown Clubhouse only:
Tiki Bar Entertainment Friday & Saturday: 6:00-9:00 pm | Sunday: 3:00-6:00 pm Sept. 3: Dave Williamson | Sept. 4: Chris Rooney| Sept. 5: Steve Mullis Sept. 10: Chris Rooney | Sept. 11: Doug Wilkin | Sept. 12: Farley Compton Sept. 17: Dave Williamson | Sept. 18: Dave Wilkin | Sept. 19: Farley Compton Sept. 24: Doug Wilkin | Sept. 25: Chris Rooney | Sept. 26: Farley Compton
Heritage Lounge Entertainment Friday & Saturday: 7:00-10:00 pm Sept. 3: Andre Roy | Sept. 4: Andre Roy Sept. 10: Steve Mullis | Sept. 11: Steve Mullis Sept. 17: Andre Roy | Sept. 18: Andre Roy Sept. 24: Steve Mullis | Sept. 25: Chris Rooney
Trivia Night Wednesday, September 1st: 6:00 - 8:30 pm Wednesday, October 6th: 6:00 – 8:30 pm $10++/pp | Buffet Dinner Limited to 10 persons per team, per table RSVP Online: www.spyc.org 727-892-6882
Wine Society (Virtual Wine Society also available) September 16th & 17th (6:00 pm both nights; Thursday & Friday) 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 (The “Wine Society Prix Fixe Dinner” is available twice a month on select Wine Society nights. This prix-fixe dinner is served in the Commodore Room, and will be the primary menu offered
*Event dates and Entertainment Schedule are subject to change without notice.*
on the Friday evening when Wine Society is taking place.)
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Pass-a-Grille Shutdown 2021
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The Beach Club is undergoing renovation and will be CLOSED: Tuesday, September 7th - Wednesday, October 6th RE-OPENS: Thursday, October 7th
Beginning
September 14th - October 7th (these dates are subject to change)
Pool will be OPEN 7 days a week: (weather permitting) 11:00 am - 7:00 pm ◘◘◘◘◘◘◘◘◘ Grill & Portable Outside Bar Available: Friday, Saturday & Sunday: Noon - 4:00 pm (limited food & beverage service offered only on these days) ◘◘◘◘◘◘◘◘◘◘◘◘◘◘ Coolers may be brought to the pool Monday - Thursday and after 4:00 pm Friday - Sunday: NO bottles or glass, please.
Shutdown Buffet ONLY at the Beach Club!
Monday, September 6th | $17++/pp 12 Noon - Until Everything is GONE!! Reservations & Walk-Ins Welcome To RSVP Call: (727) 360-1646 *No a la carte menu*
We’re cooking up
EVERYTHING
in the kitchen before the Beach Club closes down for four weeks...when the food is gone....It’s GONE!! (at that time the club will close)
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THE
M A T C H
GAME
Calling all Game Enthusiasts! Join us for a hilarious game show that will have you on the floor LOL!!
Saturday ~ September 18th 5:30 pm: Doors Open
Early Bird Rate!
6:00 pm: Plated Dinner Served 7:00 pm: Game Show Begins!
$35++/Per Guest ••••••••••••••••••• $40++ if you RSVP after 9/11
RESERVATIONS REQUIRED:
GRAND PRIZE! Surprise Vacation Package
Online www.SPYC.org | catering@spyc.org | 727-892-6882 (No Host Bar * Hey Parents! Sign your kids up for the Laser Tag Party the same night as the Match Game!)
L T
SPYC Kids!
Saturday - September 18th 6:00 - 9:00 pm | Quarterdeck Room Laser Tag Begins: 7:00 pm
$15++/per guest
RSVP: www.spyc.org | 727-892-6882 catering@spyc.org Food Upon Arrival: Pigs in a Blanket, Potato Chips, Assorted Cookies, Brownies & Pink Lemonade *Limited Spaces *48-hour cancellation policy in effect*
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PSSST....
Hey you...Yeah YOU... the one reading this ad!
Wanna know about a Secret Party??
Broads & Brunos grab your glad rags and join us at the juice joint for the......
Downtown Clubhouse From 7:00 - 11:00 pm
Prizes for BEST Gangster, • Flapper & Couple Outfits!
Early Bird Rate! $35++/Per Guest
($45++/per guest - If you RSVP after 9/21) Heavy Hors d’ Oeuvres • Music by the “Jazz Daddy O’s” Lounge Seating • Special Cocktails
Discretion is paramount during prohibition... Passcode will be given to you when you sign-up. Please assume an Alias - Admittance is by Passcode!
Limited Admission - Reservations Required Online: www.spyc.org catering@spyc.org | 727-892-6882
We invite you to attend an informative session focused on etiquette for social skills. It’s been difficult returning to “face-to-face” communication, as the pandemic had many of us isolated, leaving us feeling “socially awkard” and a bit rusty with our social skills. In this class we will cover various topics including:
Handshakes Saying “Thank You” Wearing Pants....& More!!
Post Pandemic
ETIQUETTE Saturday ♦ October 2nd
10:00 am - Noon $10++/per member Light Refreshments Included
Reservations, Please: Online at: www.spyc.org 727-892-6882 -OR- catering@spyc.org Conducted by Shannon Nylander ~ Director of Catering & Clubhouse Services ~ Certified Etiquette Instructor
(For ages 15 years & older)
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Passed Hors d’oeuvres: French Champagne
Parfait De Crabe De Dungeness Et D’Avocat Dungeness Crab & Avocado Parfait, Heirloom Vegetable Tian Wine: Ostertag Riesling, Single Vineyard Alsace
~~ Velouté De Choux Fleur Et Quenelles De Homard Cauliflower Soup, Lobster Quenelle, Meyer Lemon & Tarragon Oil
Gourmet French Wine Dinner
Downtown Clubhouse
Saturday, October 16th Hors d’oeuvres at 6:00 pm Dinner Served 6:30 pm
Wine: Ostertag Riesling, Single Vineyard Alsace
~~ First Entrée: Suprême De Pintade Sauce Forestière Guinea Forestiere, Saffron Farrow, Jus de Poulet Wine: Chambolle Musigny Bourgogne, Vintage 2018
~~ Second Entrée: Tournedos Rossini Aux Truffes Tenderloin Rossini, Seared Foie Gras, Sahved Black Truffle Wine: Chateaux Haut Bailly Pissac Bordeaux, Vintage 2012
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Dessert: Allumette Citron Noisette Hazelnut & Lemon Match Wine: Emotions Latour Blanche Sauternes
$139++ per guest
Reservations Required Online at spyc.org | (727) 892-6882 | catering@spyc.org (48-hour cancelation policy in effect)
Sunday - October 17th From 1:00 - 4:00 pm $15++/per adult • $10++/per child
HUGE Obstacle Course!! Carnival Games & PRIZES Face Painting Balloon Creations Refreshments & MORE!!
Join us for the Family
Downtown Clubhouse
Reservations Required Call: 727-892-6882 OR - RSVP Online at www.spyc.org *24-hour Cancellation Policy in effect *Please Note: Parents must accompany child(ren) & may not drop them off at this event. SEPTEMBER 2021 | SMOOTH SAILING
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The Broadway Babes!
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Dance Classes for Women over 50 ~ Downtown Clubhouse Have a great time learning choreographed Broadway dances while burning off the calories! (Complimentarty to attend - for SPYC Ladies Only) This is an 8 Week Session Every Monday - Beginning: October 18th through December 6th 11:00 am - Noon in the Ballroom Registration is Required (even if you have previously attended these classes) Taught by Volunteer Instructor/Member - Loie Polinsky
Email: loieP609@gmail.com Or Call: (727) 302-1428 (Please Do Not Send Text Messages) *vaccination requested to attend the classes*
Saturday, October 23rd | 6:00- 9:00 pm with performance from 6:30-8:30 pm
Early Bird Rate! $35++/per guest
If you RSVP by 10/16
˚˚˚˚˚˚˚˚˚˚˚˚ ($45++ if you RSVP 10/17 or later)
show located in the Ballroom Heavy Hors d’oeuvres (including Paella & Ice Cream Sundaes) PLUS Domestic Beer provided! ˚PFO Liquor Bar & Drink Specials˚
The last Dueling Piano show in 2019 sold out...so make your reservations NOW!
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Ya’ll are invited to ATTEND »Featuring LIVE Music by the “Dr. Dave” Band »Break out the cowboy boots for some Country Line Dancing (line dancing instruction included)
»Take a ride on the wild side and see how long you can tame the Mechanical Bull!
Saturday, NOVEMBER 20th 5:30 - 10:00 pm
(Bull will be santized after each ride)
Early Bird Rate! $35++/per guest If reservartions are made before November 3rd $45++/per guest after November 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
Thanksgiving at the Beach Club!
Thursday, November 25th ~ Club Holiday Hours: Noon - 4:00 pm Enjoy the Beach Club’s Special Thanksgiving Menu PLUS 2 Holiday Favorites!
Reservations Required
Soup & Salad
(48-hour cancellation policy in effect)
Choice of Entrée Sliced Herb Roasted Turkey ~ $21++ Creamy Mashed Potatoes, Sausage, Apple & Sage Stuffing, Savory Herbed Gravy, Green Beans with Mushrooms & Cranberry Sauce
*Children’s portion for ages 4-12 is 1/2 Price! *Special Holiday (limited) Menu Available * Reservations Noon - 4pm; Last Seating at 4pm
Pumpkin Spiced Butternut Squash Bisque with Candied Pecans House Salad with Choice of Dressing
Brown Sugar Honey Glazed Ham with Pineapple Chutney ~ $21++ Pecan Crusted Sweet Potato Casserole, Green Beans with Mushrooms Dessert Pumpkin Pie with Whipped Cream ~ Al entrées come with salad, warm bread and dessert ~
Email: kerrie@spyc.org Or Call: (727) 360-1646
Need a Thanksgiving To-Go Order? All To-Go orders must be made before November 18th.
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Thanksgiving TO-GO Menu!
Thursday, November 25th ~ Downtown Clubhouse Kick back and enjoy your Thanksgiving by letting SPYC do the cooking!
To Place Your Order: Email: catering@spyc.org Or Call: (727) 892-6882
Small Turkey ~ 12-15 pounds ~ $100++
Small Turkey Dinner Includes: 1 qt. Each: Yukon Gold Smashed Potatoes, Veggie Medley, Sage Stuffing, Natural Pan Gravy 1 pt. Cranberry Sauce, 6 dinner rolls & choice of one Apple or Pumpkin Pie (feeds approx. 6-10)
Large Turkey ~ 24-26 pounds ~ $140++
Large Turkey Dinner Includes: 2 qts. Each: Yukon Gold Smashed Potatoes, Veggie Medley, Sage Stuffing, Natural Pan Gravy 2 pts. Cranberry Sauce, 12 dinner rolls, one Apple Pie & one Pumpkin Pie. (feeds approx. 14-16)
Pick-Up Times: 10am, 11am, Noon & 1pm
Please arrive at your scheduled pick-up time only. Pick-up location Circular drive off Central Avenue. Please remain in your vehicle so we may better assist you.
~ Additonal Sides & Pies ~ $10 Each ~
Christmas
Boutique Shop ‘till you drop!
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Thanksgiving DAY MENUS
DOWNTOWN CLUBHOUSE
Thursday, November 25th
À la carte Dining Reservations: Online: www.spyc.org Call: (727) 822-3873 ext 250
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Clubhouse Open From: 11:00 am - 8:00 pm Buffet Feast: 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Buffet Feast Reservations: Online: www.spyc.org Call: (727) 892-6882 catering@spyc.org
Tiki Hut: Noon - 5:00 pm se (no food service) Grille 1909: 2:00 pm - 7:00 pm Lounge: 11:00 am - 8:00 pm
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AROUND THE CLUB
IN MEMORIAM Mr. Ross Roeder ~ May 10, 2021 Mr. Clark Robinson ~ July 2021 Ms. Beverly Smoker ~ July 16, 2021 Mrs. Judy Stanton ~ July 17, 2021 Mrs. Elizabeth Anderson ~ July 30, 2021 Ms. Carol Bardes ~ July 31, 2021 Mrs. Karen Kisten ~ August 2021 Mr. Michael Lazzara ~ August 13, 2021
EMPLOYEE SEPTEMBER ANNIVERSARIES
Dennis Mobley ~ Banquet Server, 43 yrs. William Archer ~ Banquet Busser, 16 yrs. Betty Metcalf ~ Front Desk, 14 yrs. Cimi Kadiu ~ Banquet Server, 5 yrs. Charlotte Dutchak ~ Front Desk, 5 yrs. Jason Huntoon ~ Steward, 3 yrs.
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MEMBER SPOTLIGHT!
Michael Labbee - at Seal Harbor YC with Commodore Michael Strawbridge
Daniel Kortenhaus ~ Busser, 2 yrs. Lucas Antonio ~ Server, 2 yrs. Members at Block Island, RI for July 4th: Bradley Boandl ~ Line Cook, 1 yr. Alwyn Dawkins, Alyce Panzarino, Cordel Roper ~ Cocktail Server, 1 yr. Richard Nugent, Jaleen Hartney Brandon Wyer ~ PAG Line Cook, 1 yr.
Ms. Ella Jenkins
July 4th - Mt. Rushmore National Monument RV Land Cruisers: Sarah & Rick Moseley with Angela & Brian Kowalik
JULY EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH It gives us great pleasure to announce that Ms. Ella Jenkins has been awarded as our July “Employee of the Month!” Ms. Ella has been a part of our team since July of 2017, and is an inspiration to our Club and our staff. She is always happy and brings a smile to many. Ella has been faced with new tasks around the Club since Covid, which took her out of her comfort zone; but not one to shy away, she executed them with ease. She can be found around the Club in multiple areas from Laundry to Housekeeping to even lending a hand in Banquets. Ella is an extraordinarily funny, nice, humble woman. Everywhere she appears, she’s leaving a touch of pizzazz! When you see her around make sure you stop and congratulate her on a job well done. Thank you, Ella, “You Rock!”
Brad Boandl
AUGUST EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH
Please help us congratulate Brad Boandl for being named our July “Employee of the Month!” Brad joined us in September of 2020 with considerable culinary experience working at places like the Mill (here locally), Bistro 90, and the Dunes Club in South Carolina. He has the skills to work every station in our kitchen. Brad always displays a positive attitude and contributes to our operation daily.He is an exceptional trainer and mentor. Brad is a self-starter with a strong work ethic and never requires supervision. Everyone enjoys working with Brad as he always does more than expected. He never hesitates to lend a helping hand to anyone, in any department at any time. Thank you, Brad, for a job well done!
Anchor’s Aweigh with Anne & Andy ~ Monthly Smooth Sailing Contest! July/August 2021 Contest ~ NO WINNERS! OH NO!! For the last double issue we did not have any winners for the Anne & Andy Contest. Some of you who submitted were really close though! Your last challenge was to locate all the Anne & Andy’s...PLUS the American Flags! To recap, the proper images, and number of images are as follows: Flags 2,3,9,11,15,18,19,20,24,27,31,& 32 (total of 12), Anne & Andy’s 7,9,12,16,19,20,21,24,26 (twice), & 29 (total of 11) - Grand Total Images - 23! *Note: Image of Anne & Andy in this blue box (to the left) DOES NOT count in the game.*
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Your challenge continues.... In this issue find all of the Anne & Andy’s - No Bonus Images this month.... Break out your spy goggles and start the hunt for your chance at the $100 prize! Submit your answers by September 25th to the Member Services Coordinator at 727-892-6893 or member.services@spyc.org.
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CULINARY
CORNER
Cooking & Mixology Demonstrations: Please visit www.spyc.org to RSVP. Log-in to your member portal, click “Member Central”, then click Event Calendar to find dates and registration links.
PANZANELLA SALAD RECIPE BY CHEF CHRISTIAN
INGREDIENTS 2 super ripe tomatoes, chopped 1 tsp. Kosher salt 1 day old rustic Sour Dough or
DIRECTIONS 1. place chopped tomatoes in a colander over a stainless steel bowl.
2. Sprinkle with salt and set aside for a minimum of 20 minutes.
3. Combine the tomato juice with
Ciabatta bread, cut into 1 1/2
garlic, onions, mustard, vinegar,
inch cubes
and drizzle in olive oil while
10 tbsp. EVOO
constantly whisking.
4. Combine bread and tomatoes
1 Vidalia onion, chopped
with basil and toss in the
2 each Garlic cloves, minced
vinaigrette.
1/2 tsp. Dijon mustard 2 tbsp. white balsamic vinegar 1/2 cup sweet basil, roughly chopped 3 turns of black pepper corns from the mill
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MIXOLOGY DEMONSTRATION
BACK TO SCHOOL COCKTAILS
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BACK TO SCHOOL-TINI
2 oz. Titos vodka 1/2 oz. coconut rum 1/2 oz. apple juice splash of Grenadine apple slice for garnish
Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice. Pour in the vodka, coconut rum, and apple juice. Add a splash of Grenadine. Shake well and strain into a martini glass. Garnish with an apple slice.
THE BACK TO SCHOOL WHISKEY SOUR 1.5 oz. bourbon 0.75 oz. lemon juice 0.75 oz. hazlenut and cinnamon syrup 1 barspoon of coffee liqueur lemon wheel for garnish
Combine all ingredients in mixing glass. Add ice, shake and strain over fresh ice.
BOOZY BERRY-BASIL SLUSHIE 2-1/2 cups ice 1/2 cup fresh blackberries, frozen 1/2 cup fresh blueberries, frozen 12 large strawberries, stems removed, coarsely chopped 1-1/2 cups lemon-lime soda 1/2 cup gin 1 tbsp. sugar (or to taste) 7 basil leaves, for the slushie, 4 small sprigs basil for garnish In a blender, add the ice, blackberries, blueberries, strawberries, lemon-lime soda, gin, sugar and basil leaves. Blend until the ice is smooth. Pour into serving glasses and garnish with basil. SMOOTH SAILING | SEPTEMBER 2021
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SUGAR COOKIES WITH ROYAL ICING RECIPE BY CHEF NATALIA
INGREDIENTS SUGAR COOKIES 8 oz. pastry or all-purpose flour 1/2 tsp. baking powder 6 oz. unsalted butter, softened 4 oz. granulated sugar 2 oz. powdered sugar
DIRECTIONS 1. Sift together the flour and baking powder. Set aside.
2. Cream the butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Blend in the salt, egg and vanilla extract. Add the flour mixture, beating just until combined.
3. Wrap the dough in plastic and refrigerate until firm, approximately 1 to 2 hours.
4. Work with half of the dough at a time, keeping the remainder refrigerated. On a
1/2 tsp. salt
lightly floured board, roll out the dough
1 egg
Cut as desired with cookie cutters
1 tsp. vanilla extract
to a thickness of approximately 1/8 inch. approximately 3 inches in diameter. Carefully transfer the cookies to a paperlined or lightly buttered baking sheet.
5. Bake at 325 degrees until set and pale golden in color, approximately 10-12 minutes. Let the cookies stand 1 minute, then transfer to wire racks to cool.
ROYAL ICING 2 lbs. powdered sugar 1 lemon juice 3 egg whites water, as needed
1. Add egg whites into the mixer, use the whip attachment and beat for 2 minutes on high speed.
2. Add powdered sugar little by little and 3 spoons of water and lemon juice. Beat for 2 more minutes on high speed. Adjust the consistency of the icing by adding more water if necessary. Color as desired.
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CRUISING
FLEET
Dressing of the Fleet
by Col. Willy Bain, Fleet Captain
Welcome Aboard!!! …
T
he Cruising Fleet celebrated the 4th of July in true fashion. The three-day event began with the “Dressing” of the Fleet. A holiday tradition of displaying a “rainbow” of signal flags and pennants arrayed from stem to stern.
Our Port Directors (Camille Iurillo & Joe Petrella) arranged for a fun filled three days. Following the Fleet’s arrival, our Fleet gathered for Port Directors cocktails and dinner at the Yacht Club for all to socialize and give thanks for the courageous efforts of our American forefathers in the establishment of a free and independent Nation. Forty-Five cruisers were in attendance and resulting in a great kick-off to our weekend.
Saturday began with a bike ride with a breakfast stop at “Munchies” that fortunately completed just prior to a typical July down pour. With the afternoon free, the Fleet gather that night at the Lure Restaurant for Sushi and Tapas. The food and service were excellent and the owner, being friends with our Port Directors, treated us to a special presentation of appetizers, which certainly supported their reputations as one of St. Petersburg’s finest restaurants.
Sunday included “Camille’s and Joe’s” breakfast barista with a variety of lattes followed by a tour of Raymond James Museum. The Club provided a 4th of July free dinner of hamburgers and hotdogs. Sunset was followed by wonderful fireworks with several boats playing patriot music. Once again, a great cruise with friends and family!
Cruisers on the town
In August we held our Monthly Luncheon, which included a presentation by Micah Thompson, President of “Gulf to Bay Divers”, on the various challenges of boat bottom cleaning & bottom paint.
UPCOMING EVENTS FOR THE CRUISING FLEET! Cruise Sarasota Yacht Club August 20th - 22nd Cruising Fleet Dinner Thursday, Sept. 2nd
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SALTY SISTERS by Carol Hansen
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n the fall of 1951, under the guidance of W.W. “Doc” Jennings, a group of 10 women, all of them wives of St. Petersburg Yacht Club members, formed what is now believed to be the first organized women’s sailing group in the nation, known as the Salty Sisters. The group’s objective was to learn the principles of sailing and to sail small boats, every Wednesday afternoon, after lunch at the Yacht Club.
1964: British Royal Navy vessel, HMS Berwick, came into port with a sailing team that promptly challenged the Salty Sisters to a three-race battle. It is said that this was a regular event with her Majesty’s vessels. The story goes that British sailors lived up to their reputation as gentlemen, letting the Salty Sisters remain undefeated.
The original ten founding members were Eleanor Ellis, Betty Jennings, Dotty Lang, Joyce McEvoy, Mary Jane Misener, Margie Peterson, Joey Powell, Ruth Rifley, June Schowe, and Phyllis Shaver.
Fall of 1973: Fran Weaver-Nohren and Ardith Rutland spearheaded the formation of the Women’s Interclub Council whose mission was “to promote women’s interclub racing in Florida.” This group would become the present Florida Women’s Sailing Association. Fran Weaver-Nohren was the first President and Ardith Rutland was the second.
Membership originally was limited to wives of members of SPYC. In 1956, this qualification was amended to include any female member of the Yacht Club age 21 or older. At first, racing took place in 8-foot Hagerty Sea Shell prams, which were later replaced by Optimist-class Prams. As the women became more proficient, they sailed in the club-owned 22-foot gaff-rigged Fish Class sloops, later replaced first by Rhodes19 sloops then later by Ideal 18s.
Many members of the Saltys are accomplished sailors in their own right in many other kinds of boats. They participate in regional, national, and international regattas at all levels. Salty’s spouses, known as Briny Brothers, are often (but not always) part of the mix. But it’s not all serious business, Salty Sisters are well known for their fun too!!
HAPPY ANNIVERSARY SALTY SISTERS!!!
Throughout the years, the Salty Sisters have sailed Flying Juniors, O’Day Sprites, Flying Scots, Snipes, Sunfish, 420s, and Sonars. With the Sprites, spinnakers were first introduced, and they continue to be part of Salty sailing in all boats equipped with them. Over the years, sailing became a morning activity, followed by lunch at the Yacht Club. On occasion, as many as 60 to 70 women have participated on the water, sometimes having to wait for a boat to become available. 1958: The Salty Sisters began sailing against other women’s sailing clubs from neighboring yacht clubs. These groups followed the Salty’s lead by organizing sailing groups within their own clubs with colorful nautical names.
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Salty Sisters Bikini Cup
1952 - 1st Captain Betty Jennings, Bonnie Rowe & Lillian Reese
Carol Carole H:ansen Bardes- ,Halloween Bitchy Witchy
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by Dr. Patsy Warmack, President
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he LBC will not meet in September due to clubhouse closure for repair and renovation. However, in October we will be in full swing with a program titled “Hemingway’s Women” (more next month). Our program chairwoman Helle Getz and her assistants are party planners extraordinaire, so you’ll want to be in attendance. I hear we can expect a speakeasy venue! The clubhouse closing will not impede our weekly Monday afternoon Mah Jongg play. What would Monday be without lunch and Mah Jongg? Watch your email for the September location. Any LBC member who would like to play or learn to play Mah Jongg should contact Sharon Mehok at: sherronm@verizon.net, and she’ll get you on the distribution list.
Passport
CLUB by Dr. Patsy Warmack, President
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he 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. Upcoming programs – September 2nd – summer vacation continues October 7th – Arctic Circle Cruise featuring the Northern Lights with Joe & Theresa DiVito: Experience the natural wonders at the top of the world. Take in the stark beauty of the terrain and bask in the Northern Lights as they guide us on the journey.
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Barbara Catalioto
Barbara Catalioto recently had an outstanding winning pairs hand. The odds of getting this hand are about 5000:1!!!!! The old adage “practice makes perfect” applies to Mah Jongg so come out and “practice” with us. We always have fun! If you haven’t paid your dues yet or aren’t yet a member, dues are just $30.00 and worth every penny!! If you are a returning member, just send your check to Gail Falkingham (her address is in the LBC Directory) or email me (patsywarmack@tampabay.rr.com) for the address. The form for new members can be found online www.spyc.org and then go to Clubs Within the Club, LBC, and you’re there; form is on page 2. Hope to see you at the beach!!
PAG ONLY & Downtown SPYC members are eligible to join the Ladies Beach Club!!
November 4th Circumnavigation of Newfoundland with Peter Plumb: 3000 miles in a 46’ sloop – share in the sights and scenery of Newfoundland, its wonderful people, their villages, and its sometimes wild weather. We meet the first Thursday of the month at the Downtown Clubhouse – social time starts at 5:00 pm followed by the presentation at 5:30. Please make a reservation online at www.spyc.org or (727) 892-6882. You and your guests will receive Chef’s choice plated food at $10.00/pp and bar service is available. The Passport Club invites all SPYC members who are frequent and or frequently-aspiring travelers who share our mission to join the club. There are no dues – just sign up! If you have a travel program you would like to share with avid travelers, contact Patsy Warmack: patsywarmack@tampabay.rr.com.
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RV LAND CRUISERS by Angela Kowalik, President
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ere’s what a few of our members have been up to this summer:
In June, Barbara & Howie Mednick attended the first gathering of the FCYC Land Cruisers held at River Ranch RV Resort. The next gathering will be in October. Ken & Corrine St. Jean visited the Newmar “mothership” in Nappanee, Indiana and made quite a journey out of it enjoying beaches, memorials, caverns, and nature—our beautiful and bountiful country. They went as far as Michigan, traveling over 4,000 RV miles in those 2 months. On the way back they spent a few days in Gatlinburg/Smoky Mountains enjoying fabulous scenic and often scary winding switchback roads like “Tail of the Dragon” before heading home.
Howie & Barbara Mednick (center) join fellow FCYC Land Cruisers
These are just a few of our adventures. Consider joining us at our upcoming club meeting on October 5th (at the Downtown Clubhouse), or joining fellow FCYC Land Cruisers on October 21st-25th at Keystone Heights RV Resort. 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
lore the lands
Corrine & Ken St. Jean exp
John Lenhart and Yvonne Le Fleur went out west to New Mexico, traveling along the Rio Grande in the valley. Using the Santa Fe Black Canyon Campground as a base camp in the Santa Fe National Forrest, they hiked and explored the Red River and enjoyed the town in the Carson National Forrest. They might be back by now. My husband Brian and I met up with Rick & Sarah Moseley in Hermosa, South Dakota where we explored the Black Hills. We visited the Badlands and Custer State Park, and a trip to Mount Rushmore (see our traveling burgee!) before heading to Gillette Wyoming for the 103rd FMCA International Expo. Later we rendezvoused in Cody, Wyoming and dined at the infamous Buffalo Bill Irma Hotel before heading separate directions for further exploration.
John Lenhardt & Yvonne Le Fleur enjoy the great outdoors
Angela & Brian Kowalik with Sarah & Rick Moseley - the hole in the wall gang!
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elcome to our 2021 - 2022 season! This year, we’ll be focusing on getting to know each other better - after all, friendship has always been the main focus of our Woman’s Club!
Membership is open to all women who are members or the spouse of an SPYC member. We have a monthly luncheon meeting for all WC members and their guests from September through May, generally on the third Wednesday, from 11:30 am - 1:00 pm. Our first get social, inter-active meeting for the season is: September 15th at 11:30 am in the Waterfront Room. We’ll be playing Ice Breaker Bingo (you’ll need to come to find out more!)
WOMAN’S CLUB INTEREST GROUPS These groups will continue throughout the summer!
Book Group
September 22nd at 5:00 pm American Dirt by Jeanine Cummins, with discussion lead by MJ Davidson Ilene Robeck (727)-289-1396 | Cell: (571)-259-2057 irrobeck@gmail.com
Mah Jongg Group
Marleen Collins (727)-864-0781 | Cell: (727)-480-7607 marleencollins@yahoo.com
Fun Seekers
Deborah Giaquinto Cell: (732)-735-7949 | deborahgia@icloud.com
Bridge Group
Joyce Sterrett (727)-822-5878 | Cell: 727-365-5791 joycesterrett@aol.com
The SPYC Woman’s Club Cruise is BACK! Valentine’s Cruise ~ February 14th -19th, 2022 Sailing from Tampa on Royal Caribbean’s ~ “Brilliance of the Seas” Stops include Nassau, a perfect day on Coco Cay, and a relaxing vacation day at sea in each direction. Pricing per person based on double occupancy: Ocean view $565.00 | Balcony $815.00 Gratuities included! Additional information and reservations contact: Beverly Burchard (727) 692-3100
To Join Membership: Julie Shields jshieldsbuckner@gmail.com or visit our club website page at www.spyc.org for the form to join or renew. [Please see full calendar in Woman’s Club directory]
Current WC Membership required to join in!
Reminder: Due to Covid-19 we will require firm RSVP’s for all meetings, to properly plan out meeting space.
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by Rich Treinen
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ony Bond is a local high school football star that was too small and too slow for the next level (his words). He went to USF with a dream to be a football coach. Since he didn’t land a full ride he needed a job to pay for school. He started selling cars and worked his way through school. By the time he received his diploma, Tony had fallen in love with the auto industry. You might know about the 3445 Car Store or Motor Credit Corporation. Both are local businesses started by Tony. Both are great stories worth your time. He did very well and retired in 2018. A few years back Tony starting shooting trap and recently joined the Wing Shooters. Trap is a more disciplined shooting sport than the sporting clays the Wing Shooters enjoy. Trap target presentation is regulated and uniform all across the country.
Targets always fly the same direction and speed across an open expanse of ground. Most importantly you need to be quiet throughout the round as a curtesy to the other shooters. A sporting clays day with the Wing Shooters is a more rambunctious endeavor. That’s a characteristic found in our monthly meetings and Friday shoots. However being a talented lineman that played both ways, Tony fits right in. Those wishing to join the Wing Shooters Society are encouraged to contact Gene Collins at: genebcollins@hotmail.com | or (727) 385-4878
Save the Date!
SPYC MemberArt Show Sunday, February 6, 2022 Downtown Clubhouse ~ 1:00 - 5:00 pm Complimentary to Attend Call to Artists Details will be announced in an upcoming issue of Smooth Sailing
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REACHERS by Carol Hansen
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he Broad Reachers are excited about the upcoming sailing season. Last year was cut short because of Covid and the installation of the wonderful new dock. We’re expecting the return of the Prams in early September from their summer fun at the Sailing Center. Back in June, the Broads held their Annual Meeting and elected the following officers for the upcoming 2021-2022 season: Captain Charl Hadfield; Sailing Captain Suzanne Boohar; Secretary Carin Koros & Katie Rodgers; Treasurer Carol Hansen; and Interclub Captain Mary Moosbrugger, with Gloria Davis as FWSA Second Delegate & Katie Rodgers as Alternate Delegate.
RIDERS CLUB by Bob Frazee
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t has been a quiet summer for the Riders Club. Between having many members heading north, for some or all of the summer months, and the threat of rain nearly every day we did not get to do a lot of riding in the past couple of months.
Commodore Lucas Trophy Sailing
Our first big event this year will be the Commodore Lucas Regatta to be held on October 15th. We will be inviting representatives from eight other FWSA member Clubs each to send two sailors to compete in this exciting race. This year we will be sailing in the memory of Spencer Lucas who passed away late last year and has sponsored this race for many years. Spencer’s wife, Alice, will be joining us this year to present the trophy. The Broad Reachers invite and encourage women members of SPYC to join us at Pass-a-Grille on Saturday mornings, as we sail for fun and work on our sailing and racing skills. There is no such thing as “too little” experience to join the Broad Reachers. We’ll help you learn and have fun doing it! Our Saturday morning sails are usually followed by lunch at the Club. Contact Carol Hansen (carol@dband1.com) for more information. Upcoming event: Broad Reachers 50th Anniversary Celebration!! More details to come.
We left the major roads and traveled some very interesting back roads with great scenery, lots of wildlife, and lots of curves. Bunker Hill and Grange Hall roads were particularly enjoyable. Eventually we wound up on CR 674 E to Fort Lonesome, where we made a quick stop. From there we took FL39 N toward Lithia.
We do have a couple of new members in the Riders Club. Al Canino joined us a few months ago and PJ Ryan joined in June. A hearty welcome to both of you!
Then to Jamison, Virgil Hall, and Browning roads, which lead us to CR672 S and CR674 W to Wimauma where we picked up CR579 S. Next we took Safford Road to US 301 S, then west on Moccasin Wallow Road to us 41N ending at Popi’s Place. After breakfast we headed back from Parrish on US41 S to I275 N back into St. Petersburg.
One ride we did manage was a Saturday morning ride to Popi’s Place in Port Manatee for breakfast. Our route began on I275 S >> I75 N >>FL 683 E >> US301 S, to FL 62 E.
If anyone is interested in joining us for a ride, or would like more information about the Riders Club, please contact Bob Frazee at (315) 420-7114 or email: rfrazee@cazequip.com.
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lenty of breezes, shade, and cold towels made a perfect day for golf at the Pasadena Yacht & Country Club on Tuesday, July 20th. Many thanks to Theresa Matthews, a former member of our group, for hosting us at her club. We had a great showing, twenty-one players; ten ladies and eleven men. A 9:00 am shotgun start kept our scramble right on time at four hours. Lunchtime was delightful on a covered deck cooled by fans and overlooking the course and marina. We hope to be able to play there again next summer. “Top Golf” was our next stop on August 24th. This is an indoor venue, a bar, and grill scene with a golf-group-skill-teambonding experience. Pics and details will be listed next month. We welcome more new players to our group: Jennifer Kard, Jerilyn Rush, and Bekah Rush.
Susan Arsenault and Theresa Matthews displaying the special Golf Group lunch menu at the “19th Hole”!
The Winners: 1st Place Score -1 Joe Mansir, Theresa Matthews, Mike McDonough, John Rogers 2nd Place Score +1 Susan Arsenault, Tom Ritschel, Connie Smith 3rd Place Score +2 Steve Hamblin, Larry Massingill, Bud Ogle, Gina Bowden-Pierce
September outing wikll be at the Vinoy Golf Club so contact Susan at sueatcp@aol.com for more information how to join our group. (Whoops! Larry Massingill so graciously accepted the position of Treasurer of the Golf Group - Joe Mansir was listed last month instead.)
AMATEUR RADIOCLUB by Jack Satterfield, ARC President, W4GRJ
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mateur Radio Club (ARC) meeting will be September 6th at the Pass-a-Grille Beach Club. Mark your calendar! (Meeting time - 6:00 pm). The next meeting after this will be October 18th, 6:00 pm at Pass-a-Grille. The remote HF station is operational for all members with the General Class License or higher. Contact Jack W4GRJ for access information. If you are interested in becoming a licensed Amateur Radio Operator, ARC members can help you prepare
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Commodore’s Ball
2021
Step back into the era of Speakeasy’s, Gangsters & Flappers!
Saturday, November 13th 5:30 pm - Midnight $120++/per guest ~ Members Only Event , ,
Cocktails & Hors d’oeuvres: 5:30 pm ~ Grille 1909 Sit Down Dinner: 8:00 pm ~ Ballroom Photo Op: 8:00 pm ~ Harborview Room Dessert Extravaganza! 9:00 pm , ,
Dress Code: Black Tie Or come dolled up in your 1920’s Chic, Gangster, or Flapper ATTIRE
RESERVATIONS REQUIRED ~ Space is Limited! Call to RSVP: (727) 892-6882 Please, reservations ONLY at the phone number above. DO NOT leave messages with Front Desk or any other extension. Members MUST make their own reservation. Cancellations honored until Thursday, November 11th at 5:00 pm. If cancellation is received after this time, your original reservation will be charged.
PRIZES Awarded For.... Best Dressed Guy, Dame & Couple!
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Music, Entertainment, & Complimentary Libations all evening long!
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