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December 2019 Vol. 28 No. 11

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COMMODORE'S BALL

CHRISTMAS EVE BRUNCH

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DISCUSSION POINTES: TEENS & SUBSTANCE ABUSE P. 5

NOTES FROM THE MANAGER

Grosse Pointe Yacht Club Officers Gary H. Gonzalez, Commodore Gary F. Marowske, Vice Commodore Jason J. Grobbel, Rear Commodore Brian L. Fish,Treasurer William J. Dillon, Secretary

Directors

Holiday Cheer

Peter G. Beauregard Bruce G. Knapp Richard J. Lueders J. James Morrow Jr. David M. Schaden Paul Silva Robert V. Weiland

There is nothing like the Grosse Pointe Yacht Club around the holidays. Over the years the Club has developed a reputation of providing special moments around the holidays, and this year is no exception. If you and your family attend the Tree Lighting Event on Sunday, December 1 you will experience a VERY unique visit from Santa. The event will feature a grand buffet dinner and opportunities to take photos with the legendary man in red, but you will not want to miss the arrival of Santa at 4:30 p.m.

Fleet Officers

Christopher Izzi Fleet Captain/Power Steven C. Nadeau Fleet Captain/Sail Dr. Kevin O'Brien Fleet Surgeon Reverend Walter A. Schmidt Fleet Chaplain Joseph J. Haney Fleet Measurer Stacy T. Spondike Fleet Quartermaster

Front Desk

Trish Kamensack & Michelle Browning (313) 884-2500 switchboard@gpyc.org

Editorial

Information for this publication should be submitted to: Communications Manager – Anna Swartz aswartz@gpyc.org

Staff Emails

General Manager – Aaron Kessler Wagner awagner@gpyc.org Membership Director – Susan Hughes, CMP shughes@gpyc.org Executive Chef – Colby Newman cnewman@gpyc.org Chief Financial Officer – Jim DeMasse jdemasse@gpyc.org Food & Beverage Director – Joe Hooge jhooge@gpyc.org Catering Director – Barbara Walkowski bwalkowski@gpyc.org Catering Coordinator – Karleen Bacha kbacha@gpyc.org Special Events Director – Kathy VandeLaare kvandelaare@gpyc.org Harbor Master – Alex Turner aturner@gpyc.org Sailing Director – Wally Cross wcross@gpyc.org Bowling Director – Gordy Woods gwoods@gpyc.org Tennis Pro – Dmitri Diakonov tennispro@gpyc.org Front Gate Security – Solomon Corley scorley@gpyc.org Grog Shop & Promotions – Leah Schroeder lschroeder@gpyc.org Fitness Director – Peter Wendzinski pwendzinski@gpyc.org Grosse Pointe Yacht Club © 2019 - all rights reserved. This publication is the property of the GPYC, for member use only. No unauthorized use, sale or dissemination of information herein shall be made for commercial, personal or other purposes without the written permission of the GPYC.

For those looking for a most refined evening look no further than the Commodore's Ball on December 7 featuring black tie attire in honor of our incoming Commodore Gary Gonzalez and his First Lady Christine.

The GPYC strives to be a Club for all seasons, so beginning last year we opened up for Christmas Eve. By request from our membership, this year we will feature a Family Brunch from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. on December 24 and have received a very positive response. As always, please make reservations in advance for all of these events as they sell out quickly.

I should mention a few key dates to mark on your calendar for January as well. The Club will host “The Ultimate Taco Fiesta” on Saturday, January 11 and the Pointe Club will once again put on the legendary Winter Blast Party on Saturday, January 25. You don’t have to be in the Pointe Club to attend.

Everyone is welcome!

Lastly, I would like to encourage all members to check out the Fitness Center if you have not already. The Fitness Center is of no additional cost to you and features all new equipment as well as a Fitness Director/Trainer Peter Wendzinski. Contact Peter at pwendzinski@gpyc.org for a complimentary tour of the facility. As I stated earlier, the GPYC is a Club for all seasons and we would like to invite you to try something new and enjoy your Club this winter—whether it be visiting the new Fitness Center, signing up for a bowling league, participating in platform tennis, or attending some of our unique events. There is always something to do at the GPYC! During this time of year, I want to take time to acknowledge and thank our staff for spending their holidays serving our membership and bringing smiles to so many. They are so proud to be a GPYC team member and I hope you will wish them a happy holiday when you see them too.

Happy Holidays!

Aaron Wagner

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COMMODORE’S CORNER Continuing the Progress I am very excited and honored to serve as the 87th Commodore of our great Club. There is a renewed energy around GPYC driven by our young management team, new amenities and a commitment to excellence. The focus on creating a year-round club has introduced new events, increased membership and improved our overall financial performance as we saw at our annual meeting. This is in no small part due to the leadership of Commodore Ilja Vreeken and Lady Kelley. Theirs will be hard shoes to fill.

Looking forward, Chris and I are committed to keeping the momentum going and maximizing the value of your membership dollars. It takes a team effort to be successful and it is the committee structure that underpins the success of great clubs. Working with the staff, our committees drive creative new ideas while maintaining the traditions that make our Club great. Please take advantage of the opportunity to join a committee. It is a great way to meet other members and help set the future direction of the Club.

Speaking of successful teams, I am pleased to welcome our two new Board members Paul Silva and Rick Lueders.

I believe we have a very strong Board, and I look forward to working with them in the coming year to tackle any challenges while keeping the Club’s finances moving in a positive direction.

One key area of focus for the Board and management this year will be protecting our assets. With record high water levels predicted for 2020, we will be working this winter to mitigate any potential issues with the Clubhouse and our harbor. This effort has already begun, with much more slated to begin in the coming months. Your patience is appreciated while we work to ensure all amenities and services are available to you again this coming year.

Pending availability of funds, we will be looking at much needed repairs to the windows and exterior of our historic facility. Further, the survey results showed a strong sentiment to update our lobby and common areas all of which would fall under the 501c3 Grosse Pointe Yacht Club Foundation. Our philanthropy program recently sent out a solicitation, and I encourage you to consider a gift to either of the funds as you plan your year end giving.

Finally, Chris and I would like to wish you and yours the best for the holidays and a prosperous New Year. There is no better place to spend some quality family time than our Club, and we look forward to seeing you there.

Gary Gonzalez

Cover Photo: Mea Marshall at last year’s Santa Brunch. Join us for the 2019 Santa Brunch on Sunday, December 15, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

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NEWS Transfer from Social to Active for No Fee

From now through December 31, 2019, Social members may transfer to the Active classification without a fee – a savings of up to $4,000. If you have questions regarding the program, contact Membership Director Susan Hughes at (313) 640-3188 or shughes@gpyc.org.

Holiday Hours

The Club will be open for the Christmas Eve Brunch from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Tuesday, December 24. The Club will be closed on December 25 and 26, as well as January 1.

Harbor Hours

Please note that from now through April 2020, harbor staff hours are 8 a.m.- 4 p.m.

Monday through Friday. Thank you.

Annual Club Shutdown

The Club will be closed for its annual shutdown from Monday, February 17, thru Thursday, March 26, 2020. The Club will reopen on Friday, March 27, 2020.

Shutdown allows for much-needed Club maintenance and improvements to be completed. As always, GPYC members will have reciprocity at other local clubs.

A complete list of reciprocal clubs will be published in the January or February MAST.

to send us any changes to their business/ home addresses, email addresses and phone numbers. Members can also make these changes by logging onto gpyc.org, clicking on “Members” on the top menu bar, selecting “Roster,” searching for their name, then clicking on the pencil icon to the right of their name. If you would like to submit a roster change directly to the Membership Department or if you have questions about how to login to the Website, please contact Anna Swartz at aswartz@gpyc.org.

Complimentary Birthday Meals

As a token of appreciation for your membership at the Club, members, spouses and children (ages 3-13) are offered one complimentary dinner in the Club's Binnacle or Spinnaker dining rooms. You can celebrate this offer any evening during the month of your birthday.

The cost of the lowest priced entrée will be deducted from your bill.

Good news: We are simplifying this process by no longer mailing out birthday letters. To receive your complimentary dinner, simply let the Front Desk know that you will be celebrating your birthday dinner when you make your reservation.

We hope you will come to the Club and celebrate your special day with your “second family.” To reserve a table, call the Front Desk at (313) 884-2500 or email switchboard@gpyc.org.

Club to Utilize Online Roster in Lieu of Printed Member Guide

Please note that due to the popularity and real-time accuracy of the online GPYC roster, which can be accessed by logging into gpyc.org or the members-only mobile app, a printed member guide will no longer be available, starting in 2020.

However, members are still encouraged

Catering & Special Events

Please contact our Catering Office if you or someone you know is planning to host a social or corporate event. We look forward to hearing from you.

Barb Walkowski, Catering Director (313) 640-7006 Karleen Bacha, Catering Coordinator (313) 640-7007

Reservation Times Held for 15 Minutes Please note that reservations are honored up until 15 minutes after the reservation time, should members run late. However, after 15 minutes passes, the table will be made available to other members.

Cancellation Policy

Members canceling a reservation for Clubsponsored functions with less than 24 hours’ notice, or not attending the function without giving notice, shall be charged the established price for each person involved.

Thank you.

Executive Team Building Sail Program

GPYC corporate executives and human resource professionals: consider the GPYC Executive Team Building Sail Program to inspire, improve communication, build awareness and improve leadership skills within the management team of an organization. The half-day or full-day sail courses are held at the Marine Activity Center and on Lake St. Clair. For more information about how this program can benefit your team, contact Sailing Director Wally Cross at wcross@gpyc.org.

The MAST Deadline

Submissions for The MAST can be sent to Anna Swartz at aswartz@gpyc.org.

The January MAST Deadline is Monday, December 6.

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Unless otherwise specified, please contact the Front Desk to make a reservation for all events and activities: switchboard@gpyc.org or (313) 884-2500. Also, there is no charge for children 3 years of age and under for any event (except for three-year-olds in Kids’ Klub).

EVENTS

Discussion Pointes What Dangers Face Our Teens – Drinking, Drugs, Pills, Vaping

Thursday, December 5 | 7 p.m.

This Discussion Pointes topic is something we all know exists, but it’s something we rarely talk about, and we hope does not hit close to home… but it can… and it has. As we all continue to pray for a fellow GPYC teen and his recovery after a lung transplant from vaping, I hope you all can take a moment to join us and learn from some experts about what is going on in our community.

Tree Lighting & Special Santa Visit

Sunday, December 1 | 4-7 p.m. $30++ adult buffet, $15++ children’s buffet (10 and under) (Children 3 and under are free.)

Gather for crafts and a hot cocoa bar starting at 4 p.m. Santa arrives at 4:30 p.m. Santa will be available for photos. A dinner buffet will be available at 5 p.m. Please contact the Front Desk to make your reservation.

Detective Michael Narduzzi has over 26 years of service with almost 24 of those years spent with the Grosse Pointe Park Police. He will come and talk to us about what is really going on with our teens. From drugs and

Dr. Leslie Lundahl will also be joining us.

Leslie is a practicing psychologist and faculty member in the Substance Abuse Research Division within the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Neurosciences at the Wayne State University School of Medicine. She will be talking to us about the emotional and psychological dangers of substance abuse.

She will share things parents need to know about this important topic and what danger signs may be important to notice.

Please join us on December 5th for this informative topic. Members are welcome to bring guests.

Commodore Gary and Lady Christine Gonzalez request the pleasure of your company at the

91st Annual Commodore’s Ball Saturday, the seventh of December Two thousand nineteen at eighteen hundred hours

Women’s Book Club Wednesday, December 4 | 6 p.m.

Tribe by Sebastian Unger Wednesday, January 8, 2020 | 6 p.m.

Lady in the Lake by Laura Lippman This group meets on the first Wednesday of each month at 6 p.m. Attendees may make dining reservations either before or after the Book Club meeting. If you enjoy reading, please join us for a fun evening of conversation and camaraderie. Please contact the Front Desk to make your reservation.

alcohol, to pills and vaping. He will describe what the problem really looks like and what physical dangers our children may be confronted with on a daily basis.

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91st Annual Commodore’s Ball

Saturday, December 7 | 6 p.m. $125++ per person This is a magical evening that you won’t want to miss. The black-tie event is a time-honored tradition in honor of the 2019-2020 Commodore Gary Gonzalez and First Lady Christine Gonzalez.

Meet the Board

Sunday, December 8 | 5-7 p.m.

This is a wonderful opportunity to meet the 2019-2020 Board of Directors. Join us in the Main Dining Room for complimentary hors d’oeuvres and drinks by subscription.

EVENTS Holiday Wine Tasting

Thursday, December 12 | 6:30 p.m. $25++ per person Join us for a fun wine tasting and appetizers in the Tower Pub. Space is limited, and this event will fill up quickly. Please contact the Front Desk to make your reservation.

Christmas Eve Brunch

Monday, December 24 |11 a.m.-2 p.m. $75++ adults, $35++ children 10 and under (Children 3 and under are free.)

Leave the cooking to us this Christmas Eve and enjoy a delicious holiday brunch buffet at the GPYC. Let our beautifully decorated Club be the backdrop for your family gathering. Please contact the Front Desk to make your reservation.

New Year’s Eve Dinner

Tuesday, December 31 Celebrate New Year’s Eve at the GPYC with a la carte dining and entertainment.

Create & Cork

Thursday, December 12 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. $45++ per person Create a beautiful painting with an art instructor from On The Gogh Studio. All materials, painting supplies, tabletop easels, table cloths, artist aprons are provided. The cost includes the class, wine and your creation to take home. We are limited to the first 36 participants -- all tweens and teens are welcome to paint with a parent, too! Please contact the Front Desk to make your reservation.

Santa Brunch

Sunday, December 15 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. $36++ adults, $16++ for children 10 and under (Children 3 and under are free.)

Santa will be arriving with his helpers and joining us for brunch. GPYC children will have the opportunity to meet Santa and partake in a variety of activities, including Santa photos. Please contact the Front Desk to make your reservation.

Euchre Tournament Friday, December 20 | 7 p.m.

Saturday, January 18, 2020 at 7 p.m. $20++ per person The tournament includes light dinner and card play in the Tower Pub. Please contact the Front Desk to make your reservation.

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Kids’ Klub

Fridays and Saturdays |5:30-10 p.m.

Parents have an opportunity to enjoy a quiet, relaxing evening at the Club. Children must be at least three years old and potty-trained. $15 for the first child $10 for each additional child in the family Evenings will feature the following themes for crafts: December 6: Candy Cane December 7: Elf December 14: Reindeer December 20: Christmas Tree December 21: Christmas December 27: Snowflake December 28: New Year’s Please note that Kids' Klub will not be offered on Friday, December 13, due to all of the Club's rooms being booked with holiday parties.

EVENTS 'The Accidental Sailor'

Couples Italian Pasta Making Class

Saturday, January 11 | 3:30-5 p.m. $20 Inclusive Join Chef in learning how to create amazing homemade pasta with hands-on tips to bring to your own kitchen. Try an Italian red, get your hands dirty and enjoy a romantic afternoon.

Limited to the first 20 couples. Please contact the Front Desk to make your reservation.

Ultimate Taco Fiesta

Saturday, January 11 | 6:30 p.m.

Elegant, tasty and creative Mexican fare

by Chef Colby and chaired by our own Commodore Gary and First Lady Christine Gonzalez. Live themed music, tequila tastings and tableside guacamole. Don't miss the ultimate salsa surprise. A perfect respite from the after holidays blues! Limited to 70 people. Please contact the Front Desk to make your reservation.

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Thursday, January 16 | 7:30-8:30 p.m.

Join us for dessert and a presentation of "The Accidental Sailor," a first-hand account from guest speaker Nelson Simon, one of a crew of nine who found themselves fighting to stay alive in The Perfect Storm in 1991. Join us as Nelson recounts a harrowing tale of courage, survival, and a historic Coast Guard rescue in the dead of night. Please make your reservation by calling the Front Desk.

Winter Blast 2020

Saturday, January 25, 2020 Prepare to be transported to Colorado. Put on your ski lodge attire and participate in both indoor and outdoor activities featuring games, fire pits, comfort food and desserts. Dance the night away on our all new brightly lit, glowing dance floor! Don’t forget to dress for the annual “Best Ski Lodge Attire” contest.

EVENTS Staff Holiday Gift Fund

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his is the time of year when members have the opportunity to express appreciation for the kindness, courtesy and dedication of the staff at the Grosse Pointe Yacht Club. This is particularly true with regard to the many behind-the-scenes staff members who do not share in gratuities, but who nevertheless contribute to the overall excellence of the Club. From the cooks and dishwashers in the kitchen, to the setup crews in Catering, to the Administrative, Housekeeping, Maintenance, Security and Harbor Staff -- all are deserving of your holiday generosity. You may e-mail your gift amount to cbuffa@gpyc.org or rhauff@gpyc.org. Forms, which can be mailed or dropped off at the Club, were also mailed out to all members. Donations are accepted until Monday, December 16. Thank you.

Save the Date Rendezvous Kick-Off Party Wednesday January 29, 2020 6:30-8:30 p.m Complimentary drinks & appetizers.

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Open Bowling

To change things up, instead of reporting high games, I am reporting pins over the bowler’s average. This gives the lower average bowlers some print in The MAST.

Friday, December 27 and Saturday, December 28 Noon to 10 p.m.

Sunday, December 29 11 a.m.-4 p.m. $35 per hour per lane, $5 shoe rental Reservations required. Walk-ins are subject to limited bowling.

To make a reservation, call Gordy at (313) 640-7005 or email gwoods@gpyc.org.

The Bowling Recreation Center is full of activity and excitement. The upgraded pinsetters are working beautifully, and scores are also going up.

Monday Men’s League: Matt Schaden +135 Pete Beauregard +133 Anthony Ventimiglia +130 Wednesday Night League: Kate Fettig +190 Andrew Faber +189 Dennis Corrigan +129 Thursday Morning Ladies League: Julie Storen +119 Thursday Night League: Susan Schmitt +144 Molly Thomasma +114 Wayne Wegner +147 If you are looking for a fun way to fill the time off during the holidays, look no further than the Bowling Recreation Center.

Open bowling will be available on Friday, December 27 and Saturday, December 28 from Noon-10 p.m. and Sunday, December 29 from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. We typically do not take reservations for open bowling but are requesting that you do so for these dates, as the lanes will fill up quickly.

There are still a few dates available for holiday parties. If you are interested in hosting a bowling party, give our catering office a call Catering Director Barb Walkowski at (313) 640-7006 or Catering Coordinator Karleen Bacha at (313) 640-7007.

Gordy Woods Director of Bowling Operations

Holiday Open Bowling

Open Bowling

Join us from 5-10 p.m. on the following dates: Saturday, December 21 Friday, January 3 Saturdays in January (except January 25) Unlimited bowling $10 per person, $5 shoe rental. BRC Menu available

Brunch & Bowl

Every Sunday | 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

Complimentary bowling for those who join us for Sunday Brunch.

Fitness Center Update

Keeping Fit Over the Holidays

If there’s any time for excuses, it’s during the holidays when socializing heats up and the overindulging begins. Staying fit during this time of year can be especially challenging. Research shows that half the weight you gain over the holidays takes until the summer months to come off — if it comes off at all.

Setting aside just 15-20 minutes, four times per week is all you need. You can accomplish this by doing high-intensity interval training (HIIT) on the treadmill, raising your heart rate to 80% of maximum in one running interval for three minutes, then lowering it to 60% in the following three-minute interval, and then a threeminute recovery period by walking or slowing to a light jog. Repeat this for 2 rounds.

If you are traveling and don’t have access to a gym, I suggest doing bodyweight exercises; squats, lunges, push-ups, and

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sit-ups. Try 10-15 reps each, then repeat the circuit 3-4 rounds.

When you’re really crunched for time, my suggestion is to move as much as possible. Park your car far away, take the stairs instead of the elevator, or take a brisk, ten minute walk before you eat all that food.

As always, please don’t hesitate to reach out to me with any questions!

Best in health, Peter Wendzinski

Childcare for Fitness Center Attendees!

Monday through Friday | 3:30-7 p.m. in the Fo’c’sle The cost is $5 per hour per child (children must be potty trained). This is a wonderful opportunity for members to get in a workout while their children are under the supervision of Inisa Dedelli, Kids’ Klub and GPYC Day Camp employee, or Lauren Newman, Chef Colby’s wife.

Personal Training

Schedule a personal training session with Peter Wendzinski or Lindsay Holder. The cost is $60 per hour, or $35 per half hour.

Please contact Peter Wendzinski with any questions: pwendzinski@gpyc.org

General Info

To gain access to the Fitness Center, you simply punch in “0” followed by your fourdigit member number. Hours of operation are from 5 a.m.-10 p.m., seven days per week. You must be at least 16 years of age, and children between 13-15 are allowed access if they are working out with a member of the GPYC Fitness staff.

Trap Shooting

Saturdays and Sundays | 11 a.m.-4 p.m.

Trap shooting season is back at the GPYC! It will continue throughout the late fall and winter. Refreshments will be available, as well as complimentary chili or soup in the Marine Activity Center.

MEMBERSHIP

Where Did the Year Go?

Yes, it flew by! Despite high water level challenges, we experienced many positive trends this year. We lowered the number of resignations by 34 percent, we finally have a state-of-the art Fitness Center, and participation in member events was greater than ever. As we approach 2020, I am confident that the member count will continue to grow under the leadership of Membership Committee Chair Marita Grobbel.

I always like to remind members this time of year to take a break from the hectic holiday schedules and spend some time here at the Club with friends, coworkers and family this month. Whether you need a cozy part of the clubhouse to relax by a fire, casual social camaraderie in the Bowling Center Bar or a quiet lunch or dinner with someone special, the clubhouse is decorated beautifully for the holidays and staff is happy to serve you.

Whatever mood you are in, the GPYC is your refuge over the holidays.

Hope you all have happy holidays!

Susan Hughes Membership Director

MATTERS

Did You Know?

Reciprocal Privileges

Your GPYC membership entitles you to not only enjoy the amenities of your home Club, but to reciprocity at yacht clubs worldwide. The general understanding amongst yacht clubs (not country clubs or city clubs) is that our members will receive reciprocal dining privileges. During the winter, many GPYC members find themselves traveling to warmer climates and visiting reciprocal clubs. Here’s a reminder on the procedure for making reciprocal arrangements. These clubs will simply ask for a letter of introduction from the GPYC. If you are traveling or simply want to enjoy a meal at a local yacht club, arrangements can be made by contacting the GPYC. To ensure that we have enough time to process a members’ reciprocity request, please contact us at least a week prior to your planned visit. To make reciprocal arrangements, contact GPYC’s Evening Receptionist Michelle Browning at switchboard@gpyc.org or (313) 884-2500.

On rare occasions, a club may request your GPYC membership card – you can access your electronic card via the GPYC mobile app. You can also request a plastic membership card from the Membership Office by emailing Anna Swartz at aswartz@gpyc.org.

Social Members

Have you ever considered harboring a boat at the GPYC?

This is the perfect time to consider it.

From October 1 through December 31, 2019, Social members may transfer to the Active classification without a fee.

A savings of up to $4,000.

Please note: If the Social member is on the Initiation Deferment/ Installment Program, the initiation fee must be paid in full.

Additionally, the Social member will have to be a GPYC member for one year in order to make the transfer and take advantage of the savings. Call Susan Hughes at (313) 640-3188 if you have questions regarding the program. Years as a full dues paying Social member will not apply toward Senior eligibility.

Senior member eligibility only applies to a 25 year, full dues paying Active member.

Text Messages from the GPYC To enhance our communication with membership, we introduced an optional text messaging program in November.

Participants will receive key information about Club events and important news items, as well as last-minute updates such as pool/ outdoor facilities closure due to inclement weather. After this initial roll-out of the texting program, the Club will begin to use texting to allow members to opt into their specific interest groups. For example, Wine, Sailing, Swimming, Harbor/ Boating, Bowling, Trap Shooting, Fitness and Children’s Events are just some of the groups that members could join. This program is optional, and you may opt out at any time.

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If for some reason the Club does not have your cell phone number, please email it to Communications Manager Anna Swartz at aswartz@gpyc.org to have it added to our database.

We look forward to opening another communication channel with our members, allowing you to always stay up to date on all the happenings at your Club.

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To Place an Ad: Contact Anna Swartz at (313) 640-7003 or aswartz@gpyc.org.

Rules: Ads must be for member-owned items/property only. $10 per issue will be billed to your account.

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Tree Lighting & 1 Special Santa Visit

Turkey Dinner Special

Monday Night Men's Bowling League

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Women’s Book Club Wednesday Night Bowling League

Brunch & Bowl Trap Shooting

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Turkey Dinner Special Brunch & Bowl Meet the Board Trap Shooting

Monday Night Men's Bowling League

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Turkey Dinner Special Santa Brunch Brunch & Bowl

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Wednesday Night Bowling League

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Monday Night Men's Bowling League

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FRIDAY

Thursday Morning Ladies Bowling League

Kids' Klub

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Commodore’s Ball Prime Rib Special Kids' Klub

Discussion Pointes: Teens & Substance Abuse

Trap Shooting

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Thursday Morning Ladies Bowling League

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Create & Cork

Kids' Klub

Holiday Wine Tasting

Trap Shooting

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Thursday Morning Ladies Bowling League

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Kids' Klub

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Open Bowling Prime Rib Special

Euchre Tournament

Kids' Klub Trap Shooting

Trap Shooting

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Turkey Dinner Special

Christmas Eve Brunch

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Brunch & Bowl Trap Shooting

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Open Bowling

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Prime Rib Special

Kids' Klub

Kids' Klub

Holiday Open Bowling (Noon-10 p.m.)

Holiday Open Bowling (Noon-10 p.m.)

Trap Shooting

31 New Year's Eve Dinner Only

Brunch & Bowl

Holiday Open Bowling (11 a.m.-4 p.m) Trap Shooting

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TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

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FRIDAY Kids' Klub

JANUARY 2020

DECEMBER

2019

SATURDAY

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Open Bowling (5-10)

Kids' Klub

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Prime Rib Special

Open Bowling (5-10) Trap Shooting

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Turkey Dinner Special Brunch & Bowl

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Monday Night Men’s Bowling League

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Women’s Book Club Wednesday Night Bowling League

9 Thursday Morning Ladies Bowling League

Kids' Klub

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Friday Couples #1 Bowling League

Trap Shooting

Kids' Klub Couples Italian Pasta Making Class Ultimate Taco Fiesta Prime Rib Special Open Bowling (5-10) Trap Shooting

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Brunch & Bowl

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15 Wednesday Night Bowling League

Monday Night Men’s Bowling League

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Ladies Bowling League

"The Accidental Sailor" presentation

Trap Shooting Turkey Dinner Special Monday Night Men’s Bowling League Brunch & Bowl

16 Thursday Morning

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22 Wednesday Night Bowling League

23 Thursday Morning Ladies Bowling League

Kids' Klub

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Friday Couples #2 Bowling League Euchre Tournament

Kids' Klub

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Open Bowling (5-10) Trap Shooting

Euchre Tournament

Kids' Klub

Winter Blast Trap Shooting

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Turkey Dinner Special Monday Night Men’s Bowling League Brunch & Bowl Trap Shooting

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29 Rendezvous Kick-Off Party Wednesday Night Bowling League

30 Thursday Morning Ladies Bowling League

Kids' Klub

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Prime Rib Special

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Prime Rib Special

Trap Shooting

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Kids' Klub

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ATTIRE POLICY

DINING & BAR HOURS Breakfast

The dress code is viewed as important and was established by you, the members of the Grosse Pointe Yacht Club, to compliment the excellence and standards of our Club.

The responsibility of ensuring family members and guests adhere to our dress code is yours. Our staff will answer any questions you have about the dress code. Management reserves the right to define “appropriate” attire. We hope the following guidelines will assist you in making your time spent in the restaurants as comfortable and pleasurable as possible.

Spinnaker

Sat | 8-10 a.m.

Brunch

Main Dining Room or Binnacle

Lunch

Spinnaker Main Dining Room or Binnacle

Fall-Winter Policy October 1 – Memorial Day

Sun | 9 a.m.- 2 p.m.

Wed - Sat | 11:30 a.m - 3 p.m.

Sun | 11:30 a.m - 3 p.m.

Dinner

Binnacle Spinnaker Main Dining Room or Binnacle

Spinnaker: Casual attire is appropriate and dress denims are permitted except when the Spinnaker is part of Club-wide event. When the Spinnaker is closed, appropriate casual attire or dress denims are permitted in the Binnacle and Main Dining Room.

Collared shirts are required in all dining rooms.

Bars

Fri - Sat | 5-10 p.m.

Wed - Sat | 5-10 p.m.

Sun | 5 - 9 p.m.

Bowling Recreation Center Binnacle Spinnaker

The Binnacle: Attire appropriate to the hour of the day.

Jackets are recommended during dinner hours for gentlemen. When the Spinnaker is closed, appropriate casual attire or dress denims are permitted in the Binnacle and Main Dining Room.

Collared shirts are required in all dining rooms.

Mon | 5 - 11 p.m.

Wed - Fri | 5 - 11 p.m.

Sat | 4 - 11 p.m.

Fri - Sat | 5 - 10 p.m.

Wed - Sat | 11a.m.-Midnight Sun | 11 a.m. - 9 p.m.

The Main Dining Room: Gentlemen are required to wear jackets and ladies are required to wear appropriate daytime or evening attire. When the Spinnaker is closed, appropriate casual attire or dress denims are permitted in the Binnacle or Main Dining Room.

VIP SAVINGS

Bowling Recreation Center: Casual attire.

10% DISCOUNT & PRIORITY RESPONSE

Sunday Brunch: Denim may not be worn in dining areas for Sunday Brunch. *Limit New Customer Only - Must .FOUJPO at Onset of Service - Maximum Discount $500 Authorized By: Bill Jarvis, Yacht Club Member

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PRSRT STD U.S. POSTAGE PAID DETROIT, M PERMIT NO. 951

Grosse Pointe Yacht Club

788 Lake Shore Road Grosse Pointe Shores, MI 48236

Discover the Grosse Pointes... where community blends the generations.

CATHY W. CHAMPION Associate Broker Bolton-Johnston Associates of Grosse Pointe

90 Kercheval Grosse Pointe Farms

Jane McFeely

313.884.6400

Grosse Pointe Yacht Club Member

313.549.0036 Cell Phone

cathy@cchampion.com • www.cchampion.com