October Mast GPYC 2022

Grosse Pointe Yacht Club Officers

Jason J. Grobbel, Commodore Brian L. Fish, Vice Commodore

William J. Dillon, Rear Commodore

Robert V. Weiland, Treasurer David M. Schaden, Secretary

Directors

Joseph Backer Jr. Peter G. Beauregard

Bruce G. Knapp

Richard J. Lueders

Amy Krueger Malow

Paul Silva

William S. Turner

Fleet Officers

Saylor X. Frase, Fleet Captain Power

Michael A. Page, Fleet Captain Sail

Kevin M. O’Brien M.D., Fleet Surgeon Walter A. Schmidt, Fleet Chaplain Mourice Faddoul, Fleet Measurer

James T. Mestdagh Jr., Fleet Quarter Master

Front Desk (313) 884-2500 switchboard@gpyc.org

Editorial

Information for this publication should be submitted to:

Communications Manager – Heather Shock hshock@gpyc.org

Staff Emails

General Manager – Aaron Kessler Wagner awagner@gpyc.org

Assistant General Manager – Sean Brown sbrown@gpyc.org

Chief Financial Officer – Jim DeMasse jdemasse@gpyc.org

Membership Director – Alexa Coole acoole@gpyc.org

Communications Manager– Heather Shock hshock@gpyc.org

Human Resources Director – Gregory Martini gmartini@gpyc.org

Food & Beverage Director – Tyler Whittico twhittico@gpyc.org

Executive Chef – Eric Voigt evoigt@gpyc.org

Harbor Master – Alex Turner aturner@gpyc.org

Catering Director – Maria Dallas mdallas@gpyc.org

Catering Coordinator – Sarah Barney sbarney@gpyc.org

Catering Coordinator – Lori Tucker ltucker@gpyc.org

Bowling Director – Gordy Woods gwoods@gpyc.org

Grog Shop Manager & Membership Specialist – Jennifer Benoit jbenoit@gpyc.org

Front Gate Security – Mike Lee mlee@gpyc.org

Athletic Director – Peter Wendzinski pwendzinski@gpyc.org

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Commodore's CORNER

And just like that, it's Fall 2022 ...

After a busy year the time has come for me to write my final message to you as your Commodore. It has become cliché to remark on how fast the year goes by, but it is true and my time has been very enjoyable. To say that the year has been a challenge would be an understatement. Happily, I had tremendous support from the Board of Directors, Fleet Officers, the many Committee Chairs, and their members, as well as the management and staff of the club. These people devoted many hours of their time and talent to the club this year and have been a positive force for continuing our success. I thank you all for your dedication and love of this club! I also want to thank our Past Commodores who have been a great resource offering their wisdom and experience as we navigated the year.

I want to express my special thanks to the membership for their support, patience and understanding as we implemented two major projects: the new Main Dining Room and the renovation of the GPYC Harbor. When you include the upgraded furniture at the pool and Gazebo and providing shade for the Family Activity Center, I am confident these actions will provide our membership with real value and help to ensure the long-term future of our club. the club is well positioned with incoming Commodore Brian Fish and the Board of Directors to leverage our new amenities and renovations. They will continue to enhance the experience of our current membership while growing our club in exciting new directions.

In looking back over the year, we have had some excellent events which include Commodore’s Ball, Winter Blast, Back to the Club, In Harbor Rendezvous, Fourth of July Celebration, Up North Rendezvous and Fleet Review Weekend. The club staff did an outstanding job with these key club events.

Looking ahead, this month has our bowling leagues in full gear and will include the always popular Halloween events. I want to encourage all members to attend the Club’s Annual Meeting on November 10 where the Board of Directors will provide a yearly update on the state of the Club.

Once again, I want to express my sincere thanks to you, the members of this great Club, for your help and support. It has been an honor and a privilege to serve as your Commodore this past year. I will always look back on this experience with fond memories.

As always, see you around the club.

God Bless, Jason Grobbel Commodore, GPYC

Notes from the Manager

Continuing the Positive Momentum

As we move into the Fall Season, I can't help but notice that the activity levels at the Club continue to be very high. Over the past 5 years, the GPYC has truly transitioned into a 12 month Club and we appreciate your support in getting there. It all begins with Vision (and some fundraising, too!). Over the past five years, the Club has raised almost five million dollars to support its mission to continue being among the world's premier yacht clubs. The only way to do that is to provide great value to you, the members, through premium programs, facilities and services. Recently, the Club was named "Best of the Best" of Metro Detroit Private Clubs by Grosse Pointe News and nationally recognized once again as "Iconic," according to Distinguished Clubs and Boardroom Magazine. The Iconic designation is only awarded to a handful of clubs in the country. We don't take any of these honors for granted. In fact, it only motivates us to continue to improve your facilities and services.

We all know inflation has caused price increases in grocery stores, retail shopping, construction projects and gas pumps. The GPYC is not immune to this. To continue delivering on our promise of excellent service, facilities, and programs, the Club adjusted pricing. We are not going to hide from that fact. We will double down on our commitment to you and ensure the value remains unquestionable for your dollars. The Club will continue to reinvest in our historic Clubhouse and continue to attract the best and brightest personnel to serve you.

This fall, we have a loaded lineup of activities, including our Annual Lauderdale Boat Show Rendezvous on October 28. If you want to sneak away for a fun weekend, this is for you! Enjoy a few days of the Lauderdale Boat Show and gather with your GPYC friends for a dinner event at Lauderdale Yacht Club. Speaking of Rendezvous, don't forget to register for 2023 Up North Rendezvous now. Slips are going fast. At the time of writing this article, we already have 18 boats signed up! The event will take place at the Killarney Mountain Lodge from July 31 - August 3. You can register by emailing me at awagner@ gpyc.org.

In local news, stop by the Main Dining Room (MDR) bar for all your favorite football games. A special themed menu is featured for the games, so don't miss any of the action. The MDR Bar is your go-to social spot all fall/winter.

Smooth sailing, Aaron Wagner General Manager

Harbor Happenings

We Hope That You're Enjoying Your Boating Season And The GPYC Harbor!

With the season winding down please remember to familiarize yourself with the list below:

• Clean up docks, take all lines, cords, hoses and all personal items from the docks. Any items left behind will be discarded.

• Remove all kayaks and paddle boards out of the MAC. Anything left after November 15 will be considered abandoned

• Hazard waste collection is no longer available. Do not leave any gas, diesel, oil, antifreeze, paint, teak oil, oil/gas soaked rags anywhere on the property.

• In-well pumpouts will be done MondayThursday 8 a.m.–2 p.m. Please schedule in advanced by calling the concierge (313) 306-2436 or call the Harbor office (313) 640-7000 to schedule.

• Also schedule the use of the hoist for haulout, jet skis, and zodiacs.

• Harbor Services will be available 8 a.m.–8 p.m.

• Fuel, water, and pumpout shut off is November 1.

• Please send back well rental contracts by November 18.

• Please email any maintenance items at your well so the harbor team can address during the off season.

Harbormaster Alex Turner and his staff are prepared to help make your time in the harbor an enjoyable experience. The Harbor Staff is preparing for the winter season and will continue to maintain the harbor throughout the winter.

A few items of interest.

Rendezvous: The Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show Rendezvous will be Friday, October 28. If you haven’t signed up please call the Front Desk to do so. All our rendezvous are a great time and allow members to come together and enjoy the camaraderie of the club to the fullest.

Well Lease Contracts: Boat well renewal lease contracts will be going out in October. Keep an eye out for them and PLEASE return them as soon as you can.

Member Concierge App: The mobile app has been a success so far without issues. Please keep using it and give us feedback.

Grog Shop: The Grog Shop will be open every day from 10 a.m.–7 p.m. through October 16. The grab-n'-go options will still be available, along with our concierge service (delivering right to your boat!) Christmas is just around the corner. Stop by to see new products that would make great gifts! Keep an eye out for popup shops during Brunch and Bowl as well.

Entrance Buoys: The entrance buoys are installed for the season outside of the entrance to the Harbor for navigation and safety. Alex has had a few inquiries regarding the proper procedure when entering and leaving the Harbor. Please keep in mind the following:

• When leaving or entering harbor please keep your vessel in between the red and green buoys.

• The area between the outer buoys and the harbor entrance is a no wake zone. This includes all boats and JET SKIS. Please do not accelerate vessels or jet skis until you are well past the last buoy outside the harbor as this causes a wake to enter back into the harbor.

Reminder:

• Any vessel leaving the harbor has the right of way.

• Any vessel and jet ski's entering the harbor MUST wait for vessels leaving the harbor to clear the harbor entrance before entering the harbor.

• Cutting between the buoys for any vessel is not permitted!

• Hail the harbor office on your VHF channel 9 or call the office (313) 6407000 to open or close the East or West swing bridges especially before entering the Harbor to ensure the bridges are open when needed.

• There is an excessive amount of marine traffic daily in and around our harbor, so please be patient when calling in for services.

Harbor Communication; It is very important that you communicate with the Harbor Master or control center when entering and exiting the harbor over VHF, especially when passing through a bridge opening or requiring fuel. A member recently noted the following situation: “I was leaving the harbor and radio requested an open swing bridge, once it was open and after I was free and clear from lines… I began to leave my well – To my surprise’ there was another boat underway passing through the harbor and through the bridge (no communication) – it was messy. Once I let the vessel pass, I proceeded to leave my well and the bridge then started closing. The tower saw the first vessel leaving the harbor and assumed I was clear of the bridge and set to close while I was maneuvering in the opening of the swing bridge area.”

This incident did not result in an accident; however, it reminds us of the importance of communication over VHF when entering and exiting the harbor, especially past a bridge. Besides avoiding bridge collisions, VHF communication also lets those preparing to leave or enter understand the traffic patterns, and it is a courtesy to your fellow boaters and the staff.

As always, if you have any questions or concerns, please contact me at any time. (586) 530-7229 or cizzi@utsitech.com

I hope you are enjoying the harbor and what it has to offer for the rest of the 2022 boating season.

Safe boating, Christopher Izzi GPYC 2022 Harbor Committee

Hand over fist Hand over hand was a British term for the act of moving quickly up a rope or hoisting a sail, which was a matter of pride and competition among sailors. It is thought that American sailors changed this term to ‘hand over fist’, and the term now means to advance or accumulate rapidly.

Events

GPYC Cornhole

Tournament

Sunday, October 2 | 2 p.m. Come throw some bags! Competitive and fun camaraderie on the East Lawn. Prizes will be awarded for first and second place. Enjoy assorted pizzas, handhelds and snacks. Drinks by subscription.

$40++ per player includes tournament and food. $30++ per spectator, includes food.

Please contact the Front Desk at (313) 884-2500 or email switchboard@gpyc.org to make reservations.

Women's Book Club

Wednesday, October 5 | 6 p.m

This group meets at the Club on the first Wednesday of each month (unless that falls on a holiday). The book of the month is discussed over dinner and cocktails. If you enjoy reading, please join us for a fun evening of conversation and camaraderie. Please contact Mariann Channell at medievalmd@aol.com if you are not already on the Book Club email list.

October: The Rent Collector

By Camron Wright. Purchase from Amazon.com. Based on a true story, the author’s son first did a documentary on this. It takes place in Cambodia, where a woman struggles to earn a living, scavenging at the garbage dump where she lives and trying to earn money for her son’s medicine.

French Wine & Dinner

Wednesday, October 12 | 6:30 p.m.

Come and enjoy an evening dedicated to French wines such as Pinot Blanc and Chateauneuf-du-Pape. Executive Chef Eric Voigt will be preparing a perfectly paired dinner! Delicious Taittinger Champagne will be passed. Each member is limited to two non-member guests.

$110++ per person.

Please contact the Front Desk at (313) 884-2500 or email switchboard@gpyc.org to make reservations.

Spa Day in the Tower

Thursday, October 20 | 4–8:30 p.m. Friday, October 21 | 9 a.m.–5 p.m. The Tower Pub will be transformed into a calm, beautiful space with massage tables overlooking our beautiful pool and Harbor. We are excited to partner with Karen Coucke of Massage Green in the Village and her team. We will be offering 60 minute deep tissue and Swedish massages.

Cost is $150, which includes drinks and spa gift bags.

Space is limited to two people per hour, so please contact the Front Desk at (313) 884-2500 or switchboard@gpyc.org to register.

Cigar & Whiskey Night at the MAC

Thursday, October 27 | 6:30 p.m. A member's favorite is back!! An evening filled with tastings of whiskey and bourbon, along with rolled cigars. Enjoy a modest buffet at the Marine Activity Center.

$95++ per person. Drinks by subscription.

Please contact the Front Desk at (313) 884-2500 or email switchboard@gpyc.org to make reservations.

Howling Halloween Family Night

Friday, October 28 | 6–8 p.m.

Join us for a howling good time for both children and adults. Haunted House, games, trick-or-treating, music, snacks and dessert in the Ballroom and East Lawn. Costumes are encouraged for all.

$40++ per person. Drinks by subscription. $25++ children 10 and under. Adults, head up to the Tower of Terror Pub for an adult Halloween Bash! Enjoy spooky snacks and thrilling drinks.

$20++ per person. Drinks by subscription.

Please contact the Front Desk at (313) 884-2500 or email switchboard@gpyc.org to make reservations.

GPYC Events

Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show Rendezvous

October 28

GPYC members will enjoy dinner at the Lauderdale Yacht Club following the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show. To RSVP, please email Catering Director Maria Dallas at mdallas@gpyc.org.

Fall Foodie Pop-Ups

Coming Soon

Fabulous fall foodie pop-ups are just around the corner! Chef Eric and his team will be creating tasty dinners for members to enjoy at the Club. Stay tuned for more details.

Sunday Brunch

Every Sunday | 10 a.m.–2 p.m.

The delicious Sunday Brunch is every Sunday in the Main Dining Room. Enjoy an omelet station and other favorite brunch items.

Please contact the Front Desk for reservations at (313) 884-2500 or email switchboard@gpyc.org

Sunday Turkey Dinner Special

Every Sunday | 5–9 p.m.

The much-loved turkey dinner special is back! Join us in the Main Dining Room for roasted turkey, sage stuffing, mashed potatoes, corn, gravy and cranberry.

Please contact the Front Desk for reservations at (313) 884-2500 or email switchboard@gpyc.org

Kids' Club

Parents – Enjoy a quiet, relaxing evening at the Club while your kids enjoy Kids' Club on Fridays and Saturdays from 5:30–10 p.m. Children must be three years old and potty trained; $20 for the first child and $15 for each additional child in the family.

To maintain the appropriate staff-to-child ratio, the maximum number of children who can attend Kid's Club is 12 children per evening. Reservations are required. The cut-off for reservations is 4:30 p.m. the day of. To sign up your children, contact the Front Desk at switchboard@gpyc.org or (313) 884-2500.

September 30/October 1–Leaf Prints

October 7/8–Paddle Boat Kit Craft

October 14/15–Mosaic Sticker Art

October 21/22–Pumpkin Painting

October 28/29–"Ghostly" Crafts

Available every week: Book Nook Tech Corner Cards and Games Space Activity & Sensory Table Dress Up Imagination Station Meals to order for "Kids Dinner"

Tailgating in the MDR

Every Saturday | 2–5 p.m.

Every Sunday | 2–9 p.m.

Join us at the bar in the Main Dining Room for some FOOTBALL tailgating. There will be a special tailgate dining menu. Come cheer on your favorite team.

Save the Date

Wedding Crashers Party

November 5

Annual Meeting

November 10

Veterans Day Brunch

November 13

Holiday Boutique

November 16-17

Thanksgiving Buffet

November 24

Christmas Tree Lighting

November 27

Unless otherwise specified, please contact the Front Desk to make reservations 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’ Club).

Club Highlights

GPYC Highlights

What happens at Fleet Review Stays at Fleet Review!

The highly anticipated Fleet Review Weekend was hugely successful, from the inaugural Fleet Review Regatta, Family Fun Night to Dock decorating and Dock Parties to the delicious Fleet Review Dinner. The weekend was an excellent time for members and the entire family to experience the Club.

The Inaugural Fleet Review Regatta was a great way to start the Annual Review weekend. The start and finish occurred just outside the MAC Wednesday evening. The race took about an hour, and all celebrated after at the Gazebo Bar for a post-race party. first, second, and third place flags were awarded, and additional prizes for all who participated. We look forward to this new tradition at the Club!

Family Fun Night included many games, a dunk tank, and camp out movie night on the East Lawn. An excellent kid-friendly buffet was set up for all to enjoy, complete with popcorn and ice cream. In addition, many prizes were raffled off, including a remote-control car, paddle board, guitar, gift cards, and more! Thursday evening started the famous and competitive Dock decorating; members did not disappoint with the Las Vegas Hotel-themed decorations. Many members came out to decorate their docks, and Social members gathered at the MAC to decorate.

Friday evening, members put their finishing touches as Commodore Grobbel strolled the docks to judge the Best Decorated Sailboat, Powerboat, and included Social members who decorated the Marine Activity Center this year. The Harbor Dock parties were in full swing, with our very own DJ Nick spinning tunes at the MAC and keeping the crowd dancing!

The annual Fleet Review was underway Saturday as members showed off an impressive Fleet to the Commodores and their Ladies as they reviewed it from the balcony of the MAC. Saturday evening started with a cocktail party on the East Lawn with various hors d'oeuvres. The anticipated Fleet Review Dinner did not disappoint and was a treat as members enjoyed a Cirque du Soleil-themed dinner by our Executive Chef Eric Voigt. Acrobatics and jugglers entertained the crowd, along with the "Your Generation in Concert," a 12-piece band that kept the dance floor hopping late into the evening. Members also explored the Main Dining Room for our own Las Vegas Casino night, experiencing the chance to play their hand at black jack, roulette and poker, along with great prizes donated by members.

After a long but exciting weekend, Reverend Schmidt held a beautiful Worship on the Water service in the Main Ballroom on Sunday. Members then enjoyed a Bloody Mary & Mimosa Bar, including Mike's Famous Ghost pepper seasoning!

All had a fabulous time!

For the Love of Peppers and Spice!

Who doesn't want a little spice in their life? Commodore Sean Schotthoefer and Mike, the bartender, grow various peppers in their gardens to share with you by creating the very special "Ghost Dust Spice." The idea started to recreate this spice for Fleet Review Weekend and grind the various peppers for the Fleet Review Bloody Mary Bar. It was a huge success! Schotthoefer and Mike plan to work with Chef Eric in the future to create an array of spicy sauces and rubs for your dining pleasure. So, keep an eye out for them during the tailgate season!

Mike's Famous Bloody Mary

.25 oz. Ghost Pepper Infused Tito's

1.75 oz. Tito's

4 oz. Zing Zang Bloody Mary Mix

Sprinkle of Ghost Pepper Garnish w/Lime

Food & Beverage Team Club Spotlight

Tyler Whittico joins the GPYC staff as Food & Beverage Director with over 13-years experience in hospitality. He has experience ranging from 4-star Forbes hotels, seasonal destination resorts in Vermont & Washington state, ski resorts, fine dining restaurants, nightclubs, college bars, and even a private high school. He spent the better part of the last three years living on Mackinac Island, leading the charge as Director at the famous Pink Pony Bar & Restaurant.

During college, he served on the Board of Directors for the InterCooperative Council at the University of Michigan, one of the oldest and largest nonprofit student cooperative housing organizations in the country.

In his free time, he enjoys golfing, snowboarding, skateboarding, boating, hunting, fishing, and almost anything outdoors. He currently lives in Redford with his girlfriend, Irene, and their two huskies, Kota & Meiko.

“I am very excited to join you at the Grosse Pointe Yacht Club. The values expressed here at the club are the values I hold true to myself. I am determined to bring a premier level of service that is very much deserved at such a premier establishment. I look forward to getting to know all the members and staff alike, and we will accomplish great things together!”

Heather Aldrich is thrilled to be a part of the Grosse Pointe Yacht Club as Food & Beverage Manager. She comes here with 30 years hospitality experience. Heather was most recently at Franklin Hills Country Club and prior to that, Da Edoardo Restaurants as General Manager of the Foxtown Grille. She is very passionate about the hospitality industry. At just 14 years old, she began as a pantry cook and has since touched every position imaginable in the restaurant. Heather's time at Franklin Hills introduced her to the intimacy and excitement of club life, everyone is a “regular.”

She looks forward to meeting each member here at GPYC. Heather says "The GPYC staff is top notch, and she is excited to work with them to create a more attentive and polished dining experience in our a la carte dining rooms."

Membership Matters

Don't Forget!

So far, we have a few members in our raffle for the Membership Referral program.

The referral contest will be a quarter long if you haven't heard. Since it started in August, you still have another month to enter!

Every member who refers a candidate, who joins the Club, will be entered into a drawing.

At the end of the quarter, I will personally be drawing a winner to choose one of these fabulous prizes: a twohour bowling party, a Grog Shop gift basket, a training session with Athletic Director Peter Wendzinski, brunch for four, a wine basket, or a dinner in the wine cellar for four, with a custom menu by Chef Eric Voigt. You still have time to refer your family and friends to membership and encourage them to join!

Also, Three Year Club Members, don't forget to join Chef Eric and me for our last three-year event this year! We will be hosting a cooking class featuring a highly loved menu item. The cooking class is scheduled for Thursday, October 6 at 6:30 p.m. in the Ballroom.

Best, Alexa Coole

Membership Director

Up Your Alley

GPYC Sports

The 2022-23 bowling season is up and running. The leagues are currently 95% complete, with openings in the Wednesday Night Mixed League and Thursday Morning Ladies League. Anyone interested in bowling in any of our openings can contact me at gwoods@gpyc.org.

A bowling clinic was held on September 24, which was very well attended. We held two separate clinics with 18 bowlers in each session. Both sessions were sold out, and with the help of John DiLaura, we gave our members some valuable lessons in bowling. Hopefully, this will help them during the season with their game.

Our open bowling for the season is on the second and fourth Friday of the month, 5p.m.-10p.m. and every Saturday. The Saturday times will vary depending on party bookings. Regular hours will be from 12–10 p.m. Reservations are required.

If you are interested in hosting a holiday party or any other event, a bowling party is a great way to entertain your guests. There are some available weekend dates in December, but don’t hesitate because they will be going fast. If you are interested in hosting a party, contact our talented catering directors to book your event.

Hope to see everyone in the bowling center this winter!

Gordy Woods Director of Bowling

Customized Workouts

During my first three years as the fitness director at GPYC, I have had the privilege of training many members of all ages and athletic skill level. From 13-year-olds trying to make the team, to 90-year-olds who want to stay fit and active, every workout I write is different from one person to the next.

My main job as a personal trainer is my clients’ safety and wellbeing. The workout I compose for a 21-yearold training for the Boston Marathon is vastly different from the one I write for an 80-year-old who has had two knee replacements. However, every workout has the same goal - to better oneself and lead a better-quality life. Recently, I had a client tell me they have lost 20 pounds and can get on and off the boat easier. Another client told me since they started

strength training, they can now hold their grandson. To me, it’s the little things in life we sometimes take for granted that are the biggest indicator of workout results.

For the rest of 2022, GPYC Fitness will be offering customized workouts for $25/week. These workouts you will be able to do in the comfort of your own home with little to no equipment and will be no longer than 40 minutes each. The workouts will be completely customizable to your goals and athletic ability.

Please email me at pwendzinski@gpyc.org to get started!

Best in Health, Peter

Fit & Fun Tip - While doing an incline walk on the treadmill, don’t hold onto the handlebars as it defeats the purpose. Lean forward as if you were walking up an actual hill.

Open Bowling

Healthy Back-toSchool Snack Idea

Baked Apple Chips

One-ingredient homemade baked apple chips are healthy, light, crispy and crave-worthy.

All you need is 5-10 minutes to prep, and allow the apples so slow-bake over 2.5 hours.

First, preheat the oven to 200 F, and line a large 1/2 pan baking sheet with parchment paper.

Then, prepare your apples. From the bottom of the apples, slice them into very thin slices, about 1/8 thick. Place them down in a single even layer on the lined baking pan. For extra flavor, you can sprinkle some cinnamon.

Bake for 1 hour, then flip the apple slices over and bake for another 1.5 hours. If the apples aren't crispy enough, continue to bake, checking on them every 10-15 minutes.

GPYC News

The Club is excited to introduce new healthy carry-out meal options for members. Fit, Food & Go is a great way to eat healthy for the whole family and convenient for those busy days you don’t have time to prepare a meal. Chef Eric will take out the guesswork; all you need to do is order and pick it up from the Club. You will have various choices of breakfast, lunch and dinner meals. Simply heat, serve and enjoy!

Stay tuned for menu options and pricing in The Weekly Buzz

Harbor Hours

The Harbor and Fuel Dock will be open from 8 a.m.–7 p.m. every day. In-well pump outs Monday–Thursday. Bridges will be open 24 hours until November 1. Text the GPYC member Concierge at (313) 306-2437 to schedule boat services on the same day, or schedule them in advance. Food, beverage and ice delivery can be scheduled for the same day.

GPYC Member

Concierge Service

All members can enjoy services such as your favorite meal delivered to your boat, menu requests, carry-out dining, event reservations and more. Save it as “GPYC Concierge” on your phone and start texting (313) 306-2437.

Grog Shop Hours

Mon. - Thurs.: 10 a.m.−7 p.m. Fri. - Sun.: 9 a.m.–8 p.m. This year, grab-n-go food purchases from the Grog Shop will go towards your monthly minimum!

Trap Shooting

Trap shooting has turned into quite the hit. The Club now offers training and competitions, and we hope to begin trap shooting leagues with men and women from other clubs. Stay tuned for more information on trap shooting as the weather turns colder!

Nanny Passes

2022 nanny passes are still available. Email Membership Specialist Jennifer Benoit at jbenoit@gpyc.org with your nanny/ babysitter’s name and phone number to get your pass.

GPYC Smoking Area

The GPYC designated smoking area is located across from the Locker Rooms entrance on the south end of the building. Please place extinguished cigarettes in the container provided.

Member Snaps in The Grosse Pointer

Have you or a member of your immediate family made a special accomplishment? We would love to feature you in the Member Snaps section of The Grosse Pointer. To send in a submission, please email Communications Manager Heather Shock at hshock@gpyc.org.

Cancellation Policy

Members canceling a reservation for Club-sponsored functions with less than 24 hours’ notice or not attending the function without giving notice will be charged the established price for each person involved. Thank you.

Online Dining Reservations

Make your reservations for our dining rooms through OpenTable! Simply visit our website or phone app, log in, and go to the “Reservations” tab. There, you will see an OpenTable widget where you can select the day and time to dine with us. Parties of nine or more in the Spinnaker, or 11 or more in the Main Dining Room, will need to call the Front Desk to make a reservation.

November 2022

MAST Deadline

Submissions for THE MAST can be sent to Heather Shock at hshock@gpyc.org. The Nov. MAST deadline is Wednesday, October 5.

Cakes by Christina

The GPYC is proud to offer custom cakes for all occasions, including weddings, made by our new Pastry Chef Christina Wood! She offers a variety of flavors (including gluten-free options), fillings and icing. Cakes range in size from six inches to a full sheet. Standard wedding cakes are available in three or five tiers. For more information, please contact the Front Desk at (313) 884-2500 or switchboard@gpyc.org.

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Dining Hours

MAIN DINING ROOM

BRUNCH

Sunday

10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

(GPYC Tailgate – Bar Only) Sunday

2 p.m. – 9 p.m.

LUNCH

Wednesday – Saturday

11 a.m. – 2 p.m.

(GPYC Tailgate – Bar Only) Saturday

2 – 5 p.m.

DINNER

Wednesday, Thursday & Sunday

5 – 9 p.m. Friday & Saturday

5 – 10 p.m.

FALL ATTIRE POLICY (Effective until October 31) MAIN DINING ROOM

Family casual; attire in keeping with the character of the Club in a casual environment is appropriate.

Dress length shorts, denim, and modest athleisure wear are acceptable. Cut-offs are not allowed. Tee shirts are not permitted for adults. Denim may not be worn in dining areas for Sunday Brunch.

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Not long after the Club founding, leaders saw the need for an "emblem" that would help identify the new organization. It would be used as a letterhead on Club stationary, but more importantly as a burgee to fly from member's boats. The design they adopted around 1917. The original "emblem" was a "swallowtail" shape with red lettering and blue "X" on a white field. This logo served as the Clubs trademark for over a decade.

As plans for the new clubhouse and harbor took place leadership felt a need for a logo that would better express the Club's elite status. The new burgee of red and white on a blue background remains today.

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2022 GPYC Calendar

OCTOBER

NOVEMBER

Sat., Oct 1

Sunrise Saturday Breakfast, Kid's Club-Leaf Prints

Sun., Oct. 2 Sunday Brunch, Brunch & Bowl, Cornhole Tournament

Mon., Oct. 3 ......... Monday Night Men's League, Power Squadron Classes

Wed., Oct. 5 Book Club, Wednesday Night Bowling League

Thurs., Oct. 6 ....... Ladies Bowling, Thursday Night League 3-Year Club Cooking Class

Fri., Oct. 7 ............ Friday Night Couples Bowling, Kid's Club-Paddle Boat Kit Craft

Sat., Oct. 8 Sunrise Saturday Breakfast, Kid's Club-Paddle Boat Kit Craft, Open Bowling

Sun., Oct. 9 .......... Sunday Brunch, Brunch & Bowl

Mon., Oct. 10 Monday Night Mens League, Power Squadron Classes

Wed., Oct. 12 Wednesday Night Bowling League

Thurs., Oct. 13 Ladies Bowling, Thursday Night League

Fri., Oct. 14 Kid's Club-Mosaic Sticker Art

Sat., Oct. 15 Sunrise Saturday Breakfast, Kid's ClubMosaic Sticker Art, Open Bowling

Sun., Oct. 16 Sunday Brunch, Brunch & Bowl

Mon., Oct. 17 Monday Night Men's League, Power Squadron Classes

Wed., Oct. 19 Wednesday Night Bowling League

Thurs., Oct. 20 Spa Day, Ladies Bowling, Thursday Night League

Fri., Oct. 21 Friday Night Couples Bowling, Spa Day Kid's Club-Pumpkin Painting

Sat., Oct. 22 ......... Sunrise Saturday Breakfast, Kid's ClubPumpkin Painting, Open Bowling

Sun., Oct. 23 Sunday Brunch, Brunch & Bowl

Mon., Oct. 24 ....... Monday Night Mens League, Power Squadron Classes

Wed., Oct. 26 Wednesday Night Bowling League

Thurs., Oct. 27 Ladies Bowling, Thursday Night League, Cigar & Whiskey Night

Fri., Oct. 28 Kid's Club-"Ghostly" Crafts, Howling Halloween Family Night, Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show Rendezvous

Sat., Oct. 29 ......... Sunrise Saturday Breakfast, Kid's Club"Ghostly" Crafts, Open Bowling

Sun., Oct. 30 Sunday Brunch, Brunch & Bowl

Wed., Nov. 2 ........ Book Club

Thurs., Nov. 3 Ladies Bowling, Thursday Night League

Fri., Nov. 4 Kid's Club, Friday Night Couples Bowling

Sat., Nov. 5 Kid's Club, Open Bowling, Wedding Crasher's Party

Sun., Nov. 6 Sunday Brunch, Brunch & Bowl

Mon., Nov. 7 Monday Night Mens League, Power Squadron Classes

Wed., Nov. 9 Wednesday Night Bowling League

Thurs., Nov. 10 Ladies Bowling, Thursday Night League Annual Meeting

Fri., Nov. 11 ......... Kid's Club, DRYA Dinner

Sat., Nov. 12 ........ Kid's Club, Open Bowling

Sun., Nov. 13 Sunday Brunch, Veterans Recognition Brunch, Brunch & Bowl

Mon., Nov. 14 ...... Monday Night Men's League Power Squadron Classes

Wed., Nov. 16 Holiday Boutique (Members Only)

Thurs., Nov. 17 Holiday Boutique (Open to the Public)

Mon., Nov. 21 Power Squadron Classes

Wed., Nov. 23 ...... Wednesday Night Bowling League

Thurs., Nov. 24 .... Thanksgiving Buffet

Fri., Nov. 25 ......... Kids' Club

Sat., Nov. 26 Kids' Club, Open Bowling

Sun., Nov. 27 Sunday Brunch, Brunch & Bowl

Mon., Nov. 28 Monday Night Mens League

Wed., Nov. 30 ...... Wednesday Night Bowling League

These dates are accurate as of the printing of this MAST. Please stay tuned to The Weekly Buzz and eblasts for updates.

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