March 2015 Siren - Vero Beach Yacht Club

VEGAS COMES TO VERO
The crowd went wild when Marilyn Munroe (aka Gailyn Addis) made a surprise visit to Frank Sinatra (aka
Michael Dutra) during the 3rd Celebrity Series night. And then, when Liza Minelli (Gailyn again, talented lady)
appeared onstage…..well….it was a night to remember!
VBYC CO-HOSTS IRC CHAMBER WITH MARINE BANK
Indian River County Chamber members enjoyed an After Hours Event at the Club where they mixed with their
business peers, enjoyed hearty appetizers and the music of the Bobby Owen Band. Thanks to all for a
fun evening.
COMMODORE’S LOG
Dear Members,
Barely into my term as your Commodore and it’s been busy with two very successful Celebrity
Series performances, a Chamber Business-After-Hours event co-hosted with Marine Bank that
drew a large crowd of potential new members and F&B revenues at near record levels. Let’s keep
this momentum going!
We are also launching a new event called “What’s On Your Mind?” This monthly meeting is
intended to keep everyone connected and informed.
With our new computer system we have the capability, via the new website, to disseminate information (the Siren,
monthly statements, etc.) to the entire membership electronically. There are many good reasons for moving in this
direction, not the least of which is significant cost savings. You will also get important information faster and in so doing
we will save administrative time that can better be used to serve and support members.
You will be getting regular requests to provide/update email addresses and other contact information. Please do so and
we will all be winners.
Sincerely,
Glenn Rose
Commodore
2015 Annual Meeting
Members attended the Annual Meeting to elect the 2015 Commodore Glenn Rose and Board of Directors Stuart Kennedy, Donnie Young, Jim Miskel and Barbara Ebstein. Recognition was given to staff Dan Coutard and Pat Byars for
loyal service and to volunteers Judi Wisniewski, Barbara Ebstein, Mary Ann Miskel and Michele Hollingworth for their
contributions. The family of Bruce McIntyre received the Yachtsman’s Award. Let the new year begin!
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GENERAL MANAGER ASKS “WHAT’S ON YOUR MIND?”
Dear Members,
It has already been a busy season and I hope you are enjoying the Club’s many dining options,
service and entertainment.
We continually strive for outstanding member satisfaction and are introducing a “What’s On Your
Mind” monthly meeting with the Commodore, the Bridge, and me. This meeting, scheduled for
the second Wednesday of each month, is your opportunity to share your ideas, comments and
suggestions with the management team. The first meeting, March 11th at 3:30 pm in the
Commodores’ Room, will also address questions about the 2015 Operating Budget.
Please remember that my door is always open and you are welcome to stop by anytime and share
“What’s on Your Mind.”
We have new events and activities coming and hope to see you at the Club!
Shawn Witmer
General Manager
Change of Command
NEW AT THE CLUB
“Club within the Club” launches 2 new programs:
Sunshine, a happy crowd, a visit from the mayor and a
delicious brunch made the Change of Command a
special day. Welcome Aboard, Commodore Rose!
Book Club: 1st meeting Wednesday, March 25th at
4:00 pm. We are reading Orphan Train by Christina
Baker Kline. Sip ½ price wine and extend the
discussion over happy hour. Email Kathy Peterson
at Peterson1755@yahoo.com for information and
reservations.
Sanctioned Duplicate Bridge: Every other Thursday
at 12:30 pm. Need a few more players. Email Judi
Peschio at japeschio@gmail.com.
“What’s on Your Mind” meets monthly with the
Commodore, Bridge and General Manager. The
first meeting is March 11th at 3:30 pm. Bring your
suggestions and comments.
Super Bowl Party
made everyone a winner!
A special “Thank you” to P/C Mike
Wisniewski for his stewardship of
the Club in 2014…..see you at the
Club!
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WELCOME NEW MEMBERS
MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE
LOOKS TO 2015
DON LE WAND is a seasonal member with a home and
sailboat in New Jersey. His Krogan 42,
Mariah, will soon be replaced by a
Krogan 52, on which he plans to cruise
the Caribbean. Don is an engineer, and
he looks forward to helping us keep
VBYC in perfect repair. He is in the
process of selling his business and
retiring, so he will be spending more time in Vero come
fall. Sponsored by Stuart Kennedy.
As we start 2015 Stuart Kennedy and I,
the co-chairs of your Membership
Committee, want to express our gratitude
for the fine work done by the Committee
members in 2014. In particular we want
to thank former co-chair, Vice
Commodore Hollingworth and
Committee members Charlie Jacobs, Ione Stuart Kennedy
Carr, Glendora Morris and Christie Brooks for their
efforts. Our plan for this year is to build on the
progress made by the Committee in 2014 and to
continue bringing in new members to the Club.
KEN AND LINDA ARGENT are from England. Ken is
newly-retired and the happy owner
of a new Grady White and member
of the “Grady Bunch.” They look
forward to boating and socializing
at the club. Sponsored by Mary Ann
Miskel.
We know that you have heard this
before – but it is true – a vibrant and
growing membership is important to the
health of the Club. One of the things that
your Membership Committee is planning
this year is an organized effort to reach
out to members of other community
Jim Miskel
organizations to acquaint them with the
benefits of joining the Yacht Club. So, if there is a
particular organization that you think we should
contact, please do let the Membership Committee know.
In Remembrance
Nancy H. Ireland January 16, 2015
We will miss her.
Any other ideas that you might have about ways to
promote the Club and identify prospective members
would, of course, also be appreciated.
WEARING OF THE GREEN
St. Patrick’s Day
Thanks for your support.
-Stuart Kennedy and Jim Miskel
Sing-A-Long with Barbara Taylor
Irish Buffet and Green Beer
Co-Chairs
Tuesday March 17th
Cultural Council
$20.00++
En Plein Air Event
SUNDAY BRUNCH & THEATRE
Vero Beach Theatre Guild
Wednesday, March 25TH
Presents
Let Me Entertain You
Everything Is Coming Up Roses
Observe Painters
10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Art Sale
5:00 to 8:00 pm
Guests Welcome
Brunch 10:00 am -1:30 pm $10.95++
Show at 2:00 pm
Tickets are $21.60 with Special VBYC Discount
Proceeds Benefit Artists
and
Cultural Council
Sunday, March 15th
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PEOPLE & EVENTS
SHIPMATES
Dear Shipmates,
Hearts and flowers, a sea of red and lots of smiling faces
made Valentine’s Day special for Club members. Thanks
to Helga McCahan and her team for the beautiful decorations and congrats to Annie Caton for winning the
raffle. A fun evening!
I am delighted to have been chosen as your 2015
President. The Shipmates is a
wonderful way to gather with
friends, assist with social events
and to contribute to the Club.
The Valentine’s Day Dance Party,
enjoyed by all, is just the first of
an exciting line-up in the planning for this year.
Our annual Fashion Show Luncheon will be held on
March 13 at 11:30 am. Once again Glendora Morris
will organize the event with Patchington. You’ll want to
check out the new Spring outfits, the models and their
escorts. All Club members, including the gentlemen, are
invited.
Our regular meetings, held the second Friday of the
month, include the popular 50/50. Hold on to those
tickets because this year we are adding another drawing
for a free lunch.
And finally, a big “Thank You” to 2014 President Millie
LaCanfora for her enthusiasm and leadership last year.
If you are interested in joining the Shipmates please let
me know. Shipmates is a great way to meet the Club
ladies and make new friends. We always welcome new
members!
Your Shipmates’ President
Janet L. Leh
GET READY FOR SPRING
at the
Grab Your Dancing Shoes
SHIPMATES’
FASHION SHOW
Friday Nights Rock
with Local Favorites
Featuring Fashions from
Pachington’s & VBYC Models
Bob Gaffney March 6th
The Jacks March 13th
Bobby Owen Band March 20th
Rick Collins Band March 27th
Cocktails 11:30 am Lunch 12:00 pm
Show @ 1:00 pm
All VBYC Members and Guests
Welcome!!
Friday, March 13th
$15.00++
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FLORIDA COUNCIL OF YACHT CLUBS NEWS
The FCYC General Meeting was held on January 9th with 30 of 36 clubs in attendance.
The 2015 Budget was approved as was the 2015 slate of Officers with Tom Smith as
Commodore. Reciprocity between clubs was reinforced with a reminder that each club
must treat FCYC visiting members as they do their own by extending all privileges.
The Key Biscayne Chief of Police, Fire Chief and City Manager reported on the many
boating accidents and the out-of-town boaters who invade the community from Miami to hold wild
parties on Mushta Flats. Closure is planned due to recent deaths.
Other agenda items included a reminder that FCYC pins should be sold or given to all new members as well as the “FCYC
Guide to the Clubs by Land & Water”, both available from the Ships Store. And it was announced that the FCYC may soon
hold a seat on the Fish & Wildlife Commission.
For the 2015 Council Cruise from San Francisco to Ensenada, MX – Oct. 10-17, 2015, the Council has added a 3-night,
pre-cruise land package from Oct. 7-9 in San Francisco. Please refer to the recent email you received or the posting on the
Club bulletin board.
The next FCYC Meeting will be held on March 13 & 14 at the Isles Y.C. in Punta Gorda.
- P/C Bill Walker
Director FCYC
FLEET NEWS
Skippers’ Table Luncheon
Thanks to Barbara Ebstein for a great two
years!
Thursday, March 19th
Featuring
Our first Sunset Cruise will be on March
18. Please, make your
reservations early.
Dr. Masterson
Marine Predator – Prey Dynamics
Coastal Ecosystem Health
Boating is fun, but SAFE boating is BETTER! Courses
and Seminars are given by the Vero Beach Power Squadron and Coast Guard Auxiliary. Get a SAFETY CHECK
for your vessel this year! Need info? Call me.
Cocktails at 11:30 am Lunch at 12:00 pm
Speaker at 1:00 pm
$15.00++
Thanks to our Fleet who participated in the Pass in
Review for Glenn Rose, our new Commodore, and his
Bridge. How about that CANNON!
The VBYC Fleet Invites You
-Harold Leh
To a
Fleet Captain
Sunset Cruise
All Members Welcome
The Treasure Coast Jazz Society Presents
Wednesday, March 18th
John Proulx Quartet
Saturday, March 21st
Arrive By 5 pm
Buffet Lunch at 11:15 am $14.00++
Reserve Your Space Early
Space Limited
Concert at 12:30 pm
Jazz Society Members $45.00
Non-Members $50.00
Followed by Happy Hour!
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MARCH 2015
Reservations Always Appreciated
Lunch: Wednesday through Friday 11:30 am to 1:30 pm, Brunch and Lunch: Sunday 10:00 am to 1:30 pm
Dinner: Tuesday through Saturday 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm (Friday Dinner: Jackets Optional Saturday Dinner: Jackets and Ties Required)
Burgee Room ~ Lounge Hours ~Tuesday through Friday 11:00 am & Saturday 4:00 pm
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VERO BEACH YACHT CLUB
3601 Rio Vista Blvd.
Vero Beach, FL 32963
Phone: 772 -231-2211 Fax: 772 -234-2835
www.verobeachyachtClub.com
Reservations: vbyc@verobeachyachtclub.com
SIREN STAFF
Editor: Michele Hollingworth Assistant Editor: Rey Neville
Editorial Staff: Christie Brooks, Kitty Kennedy,
Mary Ann Miskel, Mary Neville, Dorothy Payne and Annie Rogers
Photography Staff: Paul Gallagher, Stan Novaco, Tom Peschio & P/C Bill Walker
E-mail: sireneditor@verobeachyachtclub.com
URGENT! LAST ISSUE OF THE SIREN!
Snail-mailed that is.
Starting with the April issue, the Siren will be sent via email and posted on the VBYC
website. Printed copies will be available at the Club. Moving to digital copies means earlier
delivery dates to you, the ability to enlarge pictures, print copies on-demand and even carry
an issue with you for easy reference. It is also greener and more cost effective. Please make
sure the office has your current e-mail to ensure that you will always receive your copy on
time!
2015 Commodore’s Ball
Saturday, March 28th
Experience the Greatest Entertainers
of the Rocking 50”s and 60”s
Dance to the Sounds of the Popular
Rick Collins Band
Cocktails/Hors d’oeuvres 6:00 pm
Special Dinner Menu
$35.00++
Joe Marino
&
All the Kings Men
Professional Tribute Artists
Elvis, Jerry Lee Lewis & More!
Formal Attire Suggested
Thursday March 12th
Dinner and Show $45.00++