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January/February 2020 Vol. 29 No. 01

ULTIMATE TACO EXTRAVAGANZA

WINTER BLAST

2020 RENDEZVOUS SCHEDULE

RECIPROCITY DURING CLUB RENOVATIONS

PLATFORM TENNIS DROP-IN PLAY

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COMMODORE’S CORNER

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

Directors

Peter G. Beauregard William J. Dillon Bruce G. Knapp Graham C. Korneffel J. James Morrow Jr. David M. Schaden Robert V. Weiland

As we enter the new year and life begins to slow down from the hectic pace of Christmas, remember the GPYC has plenty of exciting events and activities for you to enjoy through the long winter. On January 25th be sure to attend Winter Blast — it is always a highlight of the year with ice sculptures, creative beverages and good company. If you love a good taco, don’t miss the Ultimate Taco Extravaganza on January 11th. We have a very special night planned with Chef tapping his roots frequently visiting his father in Mexico, Mariachis and topflight Tequila tasting. You will also want to be sure to keep a sharp eye out for pop-up events announced through text and email as these sell out fast.

Fleet Officers

Richard J. Lueders Fleet Captain/Power Daniel C. Bracciano Fleet Captain/Sail Dr. Mariann Channell Fleet Surgeon Reverend Walter A. Schmidt Fleet Chaplain Paul D. Mattes 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 Director – 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 Director – 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 Racquet Sports Director – Dmitri Diakonov tennispro@gpyc.org Front Gate Security – Solomon Corley scorley@gpyc.org Membership Specialist & Grog Shop Manager – Jennifer Benoit jbenoit@gpyc.org Fitness Director – Peter Wendzinski pwendzinski@gpyc.org Grosse Pointe Yacht Club © 2020 - 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.

With the holidays behind us, I know many of you will be making New Year’s resolutions.

If getting in shape is on that list, the new GPYC Fitness Center is just the place. With our state-of-the-art equipment you can design your own workout plan or, better yet, sign up for personal training with Fitness Director Peter Wendzinski. He can design a plan to keep you in shape as we live through the dark months. In addition, he created a New Year’s Challenge designed to jump start your recovery from too much of everything. Maybe yoga is more your style­— if it is be sure to sign up for Lindsay Holder’s yoga classes on January 9th and 23rd. So, grab a friend to help keep you motivated and head over to your Club for a great workout.

Of course, after that workout you will be hungry, and Chef Colby has some amazing new menu items planned for the winter months so stop in or make a reservation and enjoy a fantastic meal. Aaron and his team are committed to eliminating the term “shut down” from the club vernacular so take advantage of the numerous dining venues that will rotate throughout the season.

Another exciting initiative you will not want to miss is the reinvigorated wine club. Kevin and Kathy Killebrew have teamed with some of our brightest wine loving members to bring back the wonders of the wine world to the Grosse Pointe Yacht Club. Look for special wine tastings, wine classes, wine sales and maybe even a wine trip (you didn’t hear that from me) in the coming year. The best part is you don’t have to be a wine aficionado to jump on board.

There are no wine snobs in this group, and everyone is always welcome.

Finally, Chris and I want to thank those of you who attended the 91st Commodore’s Ball.

It was truly an honor to host such a wonderful event, and we hope you enjoyed it as much as we did. Special thanks to Chef Colby and the culinary staff for the extraordinary meal, Aaron, Barbara Walkowski, Anna Swartz and the service staff for their support in making the evening a success. Thank you to the ushers and hostesses who did a great job, our sons Henry and Charlie, Ellie and Anna Groustra, Mary Schaden and Patrick Beauregard.

Enjoy these winter months. As you can see, there is much to do at the Club, and remember, only 105 days until launch.

Gary Gonzalez

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NOTES FROM THE MANAGER Looking in the Mirror Happy New Year everyone! While many of us start on our personal New Year’s resolutions to get back in shape and/or drop bad habits, your Club’s Board and Management Team are looking in the mirror to find ways to maximize strengths and improve upon identified weaknesses. We would like to thank everyone who participated in the Membership Survey this past Fall. There were some fantastic highlights and very valuable constructive feedback that is paving the way for positive change in 2020. The Membership Satisfaction Index showed a 10 percent overall improvement since 2017 (86% compared to 76% previously). When asked if the “Club Provides Good Value for the Money,” members responded with a 17% improvement since 2017 (81% compared with 64% previously). The Club will continue to emphasize events and activities that add value to your membership by being a “Club for all seasons” featuring excitement all twelve months of the year.

There were also some areas of weakness that my team will be addressing. Based on the survey results, we have identified three key areas: 1) Harborside Grill and Poolside Service/Offerings, 2) Clubhouse Maintenance and Housekeeping, and 3) Redesign of the Front Entrance/Lobby. Your Board and Facilities Team are working on preliminary plans for potential renovation of the Club’s entryway and lobby. This project will commence as funding allows through donations via our 501c3 Foundation. If you are interested in learning more about the designs and how to donate toward this important initiative, please don’t hesitate to contact me. In order to address the Maintenance and Housekeeping deficiencies identified, we are bolstering the staff in those areas, creating more coverage so that there are no lapses and our Club is always pristine. The Harborside Grill and Poolside Service/ Offerings appeared to be the largest opportunity. There were many comments about the slow service and the overall experience. Oddly enough, even though this area was the weakest, it actually improved slightly over the results from 2017. Albert Einstein once said, “we can’t solve problems by using the same kind of thinking we used when we created them.” This quote really strikes a chord when it comes to this area of the Club and so rather than try to tinker with the current model, we are throwing the entire thing out for 2020 and starting new. I am looking forward to seeing the membership’s reaction to an entirely new concept to food and beverage offerings at the Harborside Grill, Gazebo Bar and Pool that will allow for quicker service and a more interesting selection.

I would like to close by reminding everyone that even though it is January and winter is taking its toll, the Club is as vibrant as ever with tons of fun options for you and your family. Come out and try your aim at Trap Shooting at the Marine Activity Center on Saturdays and Sundays. Catch up with friends and learn to play Paddle Tennis (Monday and Thursday nights drop-in play). Make plans to attend the brand-new Ultimate Taco Extravaganza on January 11 and the Annual Winter Blast Party on January 25. If you are dreaming of summer, make sure to attend the Rendezvous Kick-off Party on January 29 to hear about all the destinations for 2020. Whatever it is you choose to participate in, I look forward to seeing you at the Club!

Smooth sailing,

Aaron Wagner Cover Photo: L-R: Courtney Drummy, Molly Early and Erica Panagopoulos at the 2019 Winter Blast.

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NEWS Annual Club Renovations

The Club will be closed for its annual renovations from Monday, February 17 thru Thursday, March 26. The Club will reopen on Friday, March 27. As always, GPYC members will have reciprocity at other local clubs. Please see page 7 for a list of reciprocal clubs, where GPYC members may dine during our renovations.

The MAST is Now Bi-Monthly, The Grosse Pointer is Quarterly

The Club's MAST newsletter will be changing from monthly to bi-monthly in 2020. Also, the frequency of The Grosse Pointer magazine will change from bi-annual to quarterly. Receiving The MAST every other month will continue to allow members to be well informed about Club news and events, and it will allow Club staff to further improve on new communication vehicles such as the redesigned website, mobile app and new text messaging program. Changing The Grosse Pointer back to quarterly will allow for members to enjoy more timely content in each issue.

Text Messages from GPYC

To enhance our communication with membership, we recently introduced an optional text messaging program.

Participants 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. This program is optional, and you may opt out at any time. If the Club does not have your cell phone number and you wish to receive texts from the Club, please email your phone number to Communications Manager Anna Swartz at aswartz@gpyc.org to have it added to our database.

Club to Utilize Online Roster in Lieu of Printed Member Guide

Last-Minute Reservations

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 to send the Club 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.

Please note that last-minute reservations or count adjustments (two hours or less before an event begins) for events can simply be taken at check-in for the event. No need to call or email the Front Desk. Thank you.

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.

The MAST Deadline Submissions for The MAST can be sent to Anna Swartz at aswartz@gpyc.org. The March/April MAST Deadline is Tuesday, February 4.

Catering and 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

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EXECUTIVE PORTRAITURE

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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).

Women’s Book Club Wednesday, January 8 | 6 p.m.

Lady in the Lake

by Laura Lippman Wednesday, February 5 | 6 p.m.

The Most Fun We Ever Had

by Claire Lombardo Wednesday, March 4 | 6 p.m.

Pachinko

by Min Jin Lee This group meets on the first Wednesday of each month (unless that falls on a holiday) at 6 p.m. in the Spinnaker. The book of the month is discussed over cocktails. If you enjoy reading, please join us for a fun evening of conversation and camaraderie. Please contact the Front Desk to make your reservation.

Euchre Tournament Saturday, January 18 | 7 p.m.

Saturday, February 8 |7 p.m. $20++ per person The tournament includes light dinner and card play in the Tower Pub.

Ultimate Taco Extravaganza Journey to Mexico

Saturday, January 11 | 6:30-11 p.m. $55++ Come on out and beat the post-holiday blues and celebrate our new Commodore’s heritage at the Ultimate Taco Extravaganza, an evening of high-end Mexican food offerings; Latin, Mexican, and Salsa entertainment; and amazing tequila tastings. There will be a lively and interactive surprise during dessert that you will not want to miss. This event will be held in the Main Dining Room. Suggested dress: snappy casual. Limited to the first 70 people who register with the Front Desk.

Wine 101

Wednesday, January 15 | 6:30 p.m. $30++ Join us for a wine class and tasting with Michael Cregar in the Venetian Room. Please make your reservation by contacting the Front Desk.

EVENTS

‘The Accidental Sailor’: The Perfect Storm

Thursday, January 16 | 7:30-8:30 p.m. $15 Join us for dessert and a presentation of “The Accidental Sailor,” a firsthand 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. Nelson will recount a harrowing tale of courage, survival, and a historic Coast Guard rescue in the dead of night.

Casual attire. The event will be held in the Main Dining Room. Please make your reservation by contacting the Front Desk.

81st Annual GPPS Commander’s Ball

Saturday, January 18 | 6 p.m. $55 Lt/C Joan C. McCarron, AP invites GPYC members to save the date for a formal evening of dining and dancing in the Ballroom at the GPYC. Entertainment by the Sun Messengers. Bring your dancing shoes, a great appetite and a light heart. Formal/ semi-formal attire. Invitations and response cards are available at the Front Desk.

Reservations are requested by January 11.

If you have any questions regarding the event, please contact Commander Joan McCarron at (586) 295-5050.

Winter Blast

Saturday, January 25 | 7 p.m.-Midnight $69++ Be prepared 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 in the new-forthis-year heated, much larger tent.

Rendezvous Kick-Off Party

Wednesday, January 29 | 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Boaters and non-boaters alike are invited to join us at a reception in the Main Dining

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Room to find out more about the 2020 rendezvous schedule. We have a number of exciting destinations lined up this year, as close as Milliken Marina downtown and as far as our Up North Rendezvous in Harbor Springs. Catawba, Harbor Springs and Fort Lauderale have available lodging for those who are not arriving by boat. Our rendezvous chairpersons will be introduced at the event. Look for more details in upcoming issues of The MAST. Complimentary drinks and appetizers will be served at the event. Please contact Kathy VandeLaare at kvandelaare@gpyc.org to make your reservation.

2020 Rendezvous Schedule

June 10 Little Club/Bayview

Combo Party June 19 In-Harbor Rendezvous July 9 Old Club Dinner July 10-12 Catawba Weekend August 5-7 Harbor Springs August 26 DYC September 11-13 Milliken November 4-6 Fort Lauderdale

Harbor Springs Rendezvous

August 5-7 Twenty-five wells are available at the Harbor Springs Municipal Marina, with 10 additional available at Walstrom. It is very important to reserve early to ensure a spot.

At the time of reservation, a $200 deposit is due (if cancelled by June 5, this can be refunded). The hotel partner and the cost per person will be announced in February.

The two dinner events will be at Walstrom Marina and Nub’s Knob. Please email kvandelaare@gpyc.org with your member number, boat name and dimensions, and/ or whether you will need lodging.

Three-Year Club Event

Thursday, January 30 | 6:30 p.m.

Members who have joined the GPYC in the last three years: mark your calendars! We are planning a special event just for you.

Watch The Weekly Buzz for details.

EVENTS GPYC Family Day

Saturday, February 8 | 3-6:30 p.m.

Decorate Valentine’s cookies with your family and then lovingly package your cookie gift. We will also be making beautiful Valentine’s cards. Stay for a movie while the parents enjoy an early GPYC dinner. Make your reservation by contacting the Front Desk.

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:

The Club renovations will be completed by the last weekend of March, and we have your families covered!

Save the Dates: Dueling Pianos Night

January 3: Welcome Winter Wealth January 4: Winter Picture Frame January 10: Winter Mug January 11: Penguin Craft January 17: Snowman Craft January 18: Winter Box Craft January 24: Snow Globe Craft January 25: Winter Bookmark Craft January 31: Winter Wonderful Bracelets

Saturday, March 28 | 7:30 p.m.

Downtown 'Romance by Pasta' Excursion: Pasta Class & Italian Wine Tasting Thursday, February 13, 6:30-9:30 p.m. $39++ The Italian Pasta Making Class, originally scheduled for January 11, will now be held on Thursday, February 13. Festive casual attire. Stay tuned for more details on this lively, interactive and romantic Valentinesthemed event. Please contact the Front Desk to make your reservation.

Pistons vs. Rockets

Sunday, March 29 | 2-8 p.m.

Join us for an exciting food and beverage stop on a bus ride downtown to a matinee Pistons game at Little Caesars Arena.

All ages are welcome. GPYC’s reserved seats are in the first three rows of the mezzanine. The cost is TBD. To reserve your spot, contact Special Events Director Kathy VandeLaare at (313) 640-7012 or kvandelaare@gpyc.org.

The deadline to reserve tickets is Friday, February 28.

February 1: Valentine Kangaroo Craft February 7: Valentine Magnet Craft February 8: Valentine Owl Craft February 14: Valentine’s Day Craft February 15: Valentine’s Day

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RECIPROCITY Clubhouse Renovations and Reciprocity

The Club will be closed due to renovations Monday, February 17 through Thursday, March 26. The Club will reopen for dinner service on Friday, March 27. The following Clubs have offered reciprocal privileges to GPYC members during the renovations.

Please see the individual club’s hours of operations and dress code. Reservations required. Also, an additional club or two may be added to this list after the publication of this MAST. Check upcoming issues of The Weekly Buzz for further updates.

Birmingham Athletic Club

(248) 646-5050 Dining Hours: Mon: No food service, bar open 4 p.m.-close.

Tues: Taco Tuesday from 5 - 9 p.m. (limited taco-themed menu) Wed-Sat: Lunch: 11:30 a.m.- 2 p.m.

Wed-Sat: Lite fare: 2 -5 p.m.

Wed-Sat: Dinner: 5 -9 p.m.

Sun: Dinner: 5 - 8 p.m.

Attire: Members and guests must wear proper attire to be admitted and served in the Dining Room, i.e. no athletic skirts, athletic shorts, caps, men’s sleeveless shirts, torn or ragged jeans, or swimming attire. Clean, dry and tasteful athletic attire is permitted in the Grille Room. Men must remove their caps in the upper level of the Clubhouse.

Please note: The racquet room bar is available to members and their guests only.

Reservations are required for reciprocal diners.

Bloomfield Open Hunt Club

(248) 646-9411 Dining Hours: Closed Mon - Tues.

Lunch: Thurs- Sat, 11a.m.- 2 p.m.

Sunday Brunch: 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Dinner: Wed & Thurs, 5:30-9 p.m., Fri- Sat, 5:30-10 p.m. Bar opens at 5 p.m.

Attire: Informal attire may be worn in the Grille Room, Ring Room, Sunroom, Founders Room, Presidents Room and Derby Room. Denim should be clean and without holes.

Country Club of Detroit

(313) 881-8000 Dining reciprocity will be offered to GPYC members from March 18-26.

Dining Hours: Main Dining Room & Tavern: Wed-Sun Breakfast: 8-11 a.m.

Lunch: 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

Dinner: Wed-Thurs, 6-9 p.m.

Fri-Sat, 6-9:30 p.m.

Soup-er Sunday, 5:30-8 p.m.

Grille Room: Wed-Sat Dinner only from 5:30-8:30 p.m.

Reservations: Required for the Main Dining Room & Tavern. The Grille Room are first come, first serve.

Attire: Denim permitted in the Grille Room.

Collared shirt, dress pants (no denim) in the Main Dining Room & Tavern.

Heathers Club of Bloomfield Hills

(248) 334-9770 Reservations: Reservations are requested, but not required.

Dining Hours: Tues-Sat, 11:30 a.m.-9 p.m.

Payment: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and cash. Additionally members may sign their bill, and they will send the charges to GPYC for billing. State sales tax and a 17.5% gratuity will be added to all dining charges.

Attire: No denim.

Lochmoor Club

(313) 886-1010 Dining Hours: Dinner service in Pub* & Fairway Room: Fri-Sat, 5-9 p.m.

Sun Brunch: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. *Children under the age of 18 are not permitted in the Pub after 7 p.m.

Attire: Appropriate and tasteful casual attire, including tennis and tasteful workout attire.

The Village Club

(248) 644-3450 Dining Hours: Tues, 11:30 a.m. - 2 p.m., Wed - Fri: 11:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Dinner: Wed-Sat: 5 - 9 p.m., Sunday Brunch: 10:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Attire: Business casual is appropriate.

Tasteful denim is also permitted.

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Reservations: When making reservations, please identity yourself as a GPYC member and provide your member number. Some evenings may be unavailable due to a designated Club function. Private parties can be accommodated.

Detroit Athletic Club

(313) 963-9200 Membership card (found on the GPYC app) must be presented for dining and parking.

Dining reciprocity is extended for The Gallery, The Fresco, Abbey and Madison Café only. GPYC members do not have access to rooftop venues.

Dining Hours: The Gallery & The Fresco Mon-Fri, 7-9:30 a.m.. 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m.

Tues-Sat, 5:30-10 p.m.

Sat and Sun Continental Breakfast: 7-11 a.m.

Abbey Buffet Dinner: Mon-Fri, 5:30-9 p.m.

Sat, 7-9:30 p.m.

Madison Café Mon-Fri, 7 a.m- 6 p.m.

Sat., 7 a.m. -4 p.m.

Payment: GPYC members must pay by credit card.

Parking: Guests must use valet, selfparking not available. $12 Attire: The Gallery Men: suit or sport coat (tie preferred) and tailored slacks Women: suit, dress, skirt or tailored slacks The Fresco and Abbey Men: pressed collared shirt or turtleneck and tailored slacks; quarter-zip pullovers with collared shirt underneath; collared golf shirt; tucked in shirttail and polo; tailored slacks with a finished hem. Women: blouse or sweater; slacks or long cropped pants; skirt not shorter than mid-thigh; leggings worn with mid-thigh length or longer skirt, dress or top.

Never permitted inside the Club: Any color or style denim (or anything that resembles denim or jeans); tattered, torn or cutoff clothing; hooded sweatshirts; cargo shorts, hats or caps (women’s dress hats are acceptable); excessively revealing clothing.

HARBOR I am extremely pleased to have been asked by Commodore Gonzalez to Chair the 2020 Harbor Committee. Your Harbor Committee will be working close with Harbormaster Alex Turner and his team to continue to provide an unparalleled Harbor experience.

I am very proud to introduce to you a great group of members willing to give of their time to be on our: 2020 Harbor Committee Dr. Gary Bill • Pete Blake • Luke Ciaramitaro Doug Dossin • Dr. Steven Grekin Dr. Linas Mastis • Dave Quint • Fred John Reif Dr. Wendy Lucid Board Liaison: Pete Beauregard Strategic Harbor: Robert Galeota

HAPPENINGS

Each member of the committee will be assigned a dock to represent. The responsibility of the dock representative will be to report any and all items of interest from cleanliness to repairs to Alex.

Items of concern will be addressed.

By now all of you should have received your slip lease agreements for the 2020 boating season. Slips can be returned to the Harbor Office. Slips are at a premium, and we will do our best to be accommodating to all our members’ needs.

January and February are the time we start thinking of spring, warm weather and getting our boats ready for spring launch.

Rest assured a main concern of your Harbor Committee will be the potential high water issues that may occur. We will do our best to ensure all members have a problem-free boating season.

Members’ thoughts and comments are welcome. We hope we hear from you.

Safe Boating, Michael Meda Harbor Chairman

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.

Employee of the Year Facilities Director James Stevenson

By General Manager Aaron Wagner

The GPYC recently reinstated its Employee of the Year recognition, and the employee is acknowledged at the Annual Meeting each year. This is a merit-based award, and the GPYC Executive Team and Managers will annually nominate staff members based on their achievements and impact on our Club.

I am pleased to announce that the 2018-2019 recipient of this award is Facilities Director James Stevenson. Mr. Stevenson has dealt with more than his fair share of issues this year with the record high water levels and an aging Clubhouse. He always seems to find a way to keep facilities operational. He has spent countless hours day and night monitoring and taking action against the threat of flooding and water damage. This coming year he will spearhead efforts to mitigate these threats as the Army Corps of Engineers are predicting even higher water levels than last years record high.

Please join me in congratulating Mr. Stevenson.

L-R: General Manager Aaron Wagner, Facilities Director James Stevenson and Past Commodore Ilja Vreeken at the 2019 Annual Meeting

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SPORTS Up Your Alley

Some highlights from this past month include: Monday Men’s: John Seago 258 game, Tom Stephenson 255 game, Chris Izzi +117 over average, Ted Lucia 239 game and +112 over average Wednesday Night: Bob Rader 268 high game Carol Klenow +129 over average and Lynn Turner 213 high game Thursday Morning Ladies: Marney Ramsey +61 over average The second half season is getting underway. We have some openings in our Thursday Night League. The league, which runs until the end of March, bowls every Thursday. If you are interested in joining the league, contact me at gwoods@gpyc.org.

Upcoming Events January 4: Interclub vs. Country Club of Detroit (away) February 1: Home interclub vs. Detroit Golf Club February 11: Member/Employee Bowling Tournament The weekly leagues will still bowl during club renovations (February 17 to March 26).

Open bowling will resume after renovations on Friday, March 27.

Thank you for supporting the GPYC Bowling Program.

Gordy Woods Director of Bowling Operations

Open Bowling in January & February $35 per hour a lane, $5 for shoe rental Every Saturday thru February 15 (Except January 25) | 5-10 p.m.

Friday, January 3 | 5-10 p.m.

Friday, January 24 | 5- 10 p.m.

Friday, January 31 | 5-10 p.m.

Friday, February 14 | 5-10 p.m.

Brunch & Bowl

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

Complimentary bowling for those who join us for Sunday Brunch. Open Bowling will not be offered during the Club’s annual renovations, February 17 through March 26.

Platform Tennis Drop-in Play

Mondays & Thursdays | 6-8 p.m.

Join fellow members for platform tennis drop-in play.

Platform Tennis is played on raised courts so there can be heaters beneath the court to prevent icing of the playing surface.

The playing surface and the paddles used are gritty to allow for better footing and the ability to put serious spin on the balls. The paddles are like those used in Pickleball, though they are heavier as the ball is like a tennis ball in that it has fur but is smaller than a tennis ball. The court is enclosed by chicken wire and players can take a ball off the chicken wire. They are not allowed to play the ball by hitting it to and off the chicken wire. Scoring is like tennis scoring with love-15-30-40 and ad scoring. Games are, as with tennis, played to 6 with a need to win by two or play a tie breaker as agreed to by the players. One person on each team serves until a game is concluded. Serves can be overhand and typically are. If you haven’t played, members will teach you the game swiftly.

For questions, email or call David Szymanski at davidjudeski@gmail.com or (313) 590-3334.

Platform Tennis Reservations

Please observe the following guidelines for making court time reservations: • Reservations can be made Wednesday through Sunday by calling the Front Gate at (313) 640-7001 or emailing frontgate@ gpyc.org.

• Reservations can be made on Monday and Tuesday by calling Susan Hughes at (313) 640-3188 or emailing shughes@ gpyc.org before 5 p.m.

• Reservations can be made no more than four hours in advance.

• Only one court can be reserved at a time.

If the other court is open, it can be made available for use.

• The court may only be reserved for 1 ½ hours at a time. This time cannot be “piggybacked.” If the court is not being used at the end of the reservations, you may continue to play.

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Fitness Center Yoga Classes

Thursdays: January 9 & 23 | 9 a.m.

Join instructor Lindsay Holder for yoga classes at the GPYC. The cost is $20 per class. To sign up, please contact Fitness Director Peter Wendzinski at pwendzinski@gpyc.org.

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 in full swing at the GPYC. Refreshments will be available, as well as complimentary chili or soup in the Marine Activity Center. The clays, 12-gauge shells, are included in the price per round.

Each round is five stations with five shots, a total of 25 shots, for $20. DAC's Rod & Gun Club has been invited to participate in GPYC's Trap Shooting. Reservations are not required.

GPYC 2020 JUNIOR SAILING programs Registration Begins January 1, 2020 at www.gpycsailing.org

Kinder-sailing (age 5–6)

Learn to Sail (age 7–11)

Session I: July 13–17 Session II: August 3—7 Session III: August 10—14 This week long session is a perfect sailing introduction for those who love the water but aren’t old enough yet for our learn to sail program.

Our instructors will use the sailing simulator and the club’s J22s to get our smallest sailors comfortable on the water. This session will cover basic sailing concepts and water safety.

Session I: June 15—26 Session II: June 29—July 10 Session III: July 20—31 An introduction to the sport of sailing, this course will teach the basics of rigging a boat, boat handling, sailing fundamentals, and water safety.

Sailors are paired with one another and learn the basics of steering, trimming the sail, and balancing the boat in an exciting, hands-on way. Returning sailors will build on what they’ve learned and become more independent in the boats, with a focus on upwind and downwind sailing, boat handling, and seamanship. Instructors and sailors utilize the clubs optis, j22s, O’pen Bics and the sailing simulator.

Adventure Sailing (age 12–18)

Session I: June 15–26 Session II: June 29–July 10 Session III: July 20–31 Adventure sailing is for the beginner to advanced teen aged sailor who wants to explore the water and improve their sailing in a fun and casual way.

During this two week session sailors will get to sail the clubs j22s, O’pen Bics, 420s, and windsurfers.

This class focuses on water safety and seamanship while allowing sailors to experience the joys of being on the water.

GPYC Racing Team (age 8+)

Session I: June 15—July 10 Session II: July 6—Aug 7 Full Summer: June 15— August 7 No sailing: July 13—17 GPYC’s racing team is a fun, but intensive program for intermediate-advanced sailors who are ready to compete in local and regional regattas. Our racing team competes in weekly local events with additional opportunities to compete on a regional and nation level. Sailors have the opportunity to compete in the clubs optis, lasers, and j22s.

2020 420 North American Championship July 14–17

GPYC will be host to the 420 North American Championships in 2020. We encourage all local 420 sailors to participate in this event. GPYNEF will sponsor any DRYA sailors who would like to compete.

For more information contact: Emily Simon | esimon@gpyc.org | 313 884-2500

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MEMBERSHIP As is the case in most industries, studies show that it can cost up to five times more to recruit a new member than to retain an existing member. The Membership Committee understands the need of keeping members engaged and using the Club regularly to retain members.

The CEO of the Club Management Association of America recently reported on the “State of the Industry” and outlined the following trends that are significantly impacting clubs: Demographics - Younger generations are more unique, people are living longer, and women are more influential. We need to be aware that each generation needs to be considered when it comes to club offerings.

Work Force and Workplace - Management needs to be aware that there are multiple generations of people in the workplace,

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 cubs (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

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and it is important that clubs prioritize the work/life balance. There are more specialized positions within clubs such as athletic directors, communication directors, etc. The need for a good team and good culture is critical.

Society and Politics - We live in a politically volatile world and clubs need to demonstrate that they are good stewards in their community. Members want to see transparency and want to know that their club is a safe place to be.

Economics - Management continues to add programs and services with the mindset that they will raise dues or initiation fees. Clubs are encouraged to be open to different ways to be economically sound. As an example, members are living longer. Maybe clubs should look at senior member eligibility.

Evolving Club Components - Management

needs to continue to make it easy for members to use the club. It’s all about the member experience; ie; members are willing to pay more for healthy foods.

Health and Wellness - All aspects of physical, mental and social wellness are offerings now in all communities. Clubs should embrace the demand and offer all aspects within the club.

Technology - Clubs will want to continue to incorporate technological developments to improve a member’s club experience.

As we start off a new year, I will work with management and the GPYC Membership Committee to ensure that we are mindful of these trends as we come up with improved programs and services and work towards a higher rate of retention.

Susan Hughes Membership Director

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. Please note that there has been a change in terms of who to

contact at the GPYC regarding reciprocity.

To make reciprocal arrangements, contact Membership Director Susan Hughes at shughes@gpyc.org or (313) 640-3188.

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.

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Yoga Class

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Ultimate Taco Extravaganza Prime Rib Special

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Kids' Klub Prime Rib Special Open Bowling (5-10) Trap Shooting Euchre Tournament

GPPS Commander’s Ball

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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.

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Sunday Brunch: Denim may not be worn in dining areas for Sunday Brunch.

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Platform Tennis Drop-in Play Mondays & Thursdays | 6-8 p.m.

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