The Venice Yacht Club Commodore`s Ball

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Volume 63 Number 1
January 2013
Bob Piel
Commodore
We request the honor of your presence at
The Venice Yacht Club
Commodore’s Ball
2013
Saturday January 26
Reception 6:00 p.m.
See page 11 for details.
Murder Mystery
VENICE YACHT CLUB CURRENTS
January 2013
Membership Committee Report
November 2012
To Single
Elaine Barton
Mark Claff
Herbert Gardner
Dixie Griffin
To Regular
Peter Bartos & Ursula Kohl
William & Mary Ellen Laughlin
William & Deborah Masser
Tim & Cheryl Polito
To Intermediate-Single
Kyle Scheid
To Intermediate-Regular
Blake & Laura Augsburger
Shaun & Mary Sims
To Trial
William & Lorene Cosenza
COMMITTEE
Committee Members: Chairperson: Kathy Zumbano
Holly Cook-Board Rep, Antoinette Dowling,
Lee Hamilton, Anita Hemseri, Gae Stewart, Betty Link,
Melinda Short, Pam Graham, Staff Liaison: Chris Romecki
In Loving Memory
The Flag Officers, Board of Directors, Membership and Staff of the
Venice Yacht Club wish to extend our prayers and condolences
to the family and friends of
Shirley Ambrose
Barbara Bluhm
Amy Haffner
Mary Gardner
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Officers / Directors
Commodore
Bob Piel ........................................ 497-2719
Vice Commodore
Tony Zumbano .............................. 486-8546
Rear Commodore
Bill Dowling ................................. 480-9660
Secretary
Dave Morley................................. 408-0872
Fleet Captains:
Power - Michael Nemser.............. 408-8789
Sail - Denny Wertheimer............... 966-5363
Assistant Fleet Captains:
Power - Turk Hemseri................... 497-6424
Sail - Bob Senn.............................. 412-9336
Fleet Surgeon
Robert Dein, M.D.......................... 484-2521
Fleet Chaplains:
Father Peter Brudzinski................ 488-7708
Father Chris Gray........................ 488-7708
Board of Directors
Director Ex Officio
Mark M. Bills, D.M.D................... 376-4220
Directors 2015
Holly Cook .................................. 493-4949
Bill Dowling ................................. 480-9660
Bill Pixley ..................................... 480-0043
Directors 2014
Don Hay........................................ 493-0197
Tony Zumbano............................... 486-8546
Dave Morley................................. 408-0872
Directors 2013
Rich Kozlowski.............................. 650-7554
Bob Piel......................................... 497-2719
We will miss you!
What’s Inside
It’s that time of year again, and
we need your help! Whenever
possible, please carpool!
Mark your
Calendars!
A Valentine’s Evening
February 14
Welcome New Members.....................................................5
Boating News..............................................................5, 6, 7
VYC Charitable Foundation.................................................8
Commodore’s Roast...........................................................9
Ladies’ Luncheon..............................................................10
Commodore’s Ball.............................................................11
New Year’s Eve Party........................................................12
Fleet Captain’s Cruise.......................................................12
Land Cruisers....................................................................13
VYC Singles.......................................................................14
VYC Wine Club..................................................................16
Bingo & Buffet...................................................................16
VYCyclers..........................................................................17
www.facebook.com/pages/Venice-Yacht-Club/134167726630175 ◆ www.veniceyachtclub.com
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Commodore’s Comments
Here we are at the end of an
enjoyable year and boy, has it gone
by fast! Beth and I have commented
to each other frequently that we have
had the opportunity to meet and work
with so many wonderful people we
would have never come to know if
not for this year. We want to thank
all the many members who stepped up and contributed to
such a successful year. We can’t begin to name all the
wonderful people who made this year what it was, but
you can rest assured that you have a special place in our
hearts. We would like to especially recognize the members
of the Entertainment Committee headed by Cora Wright
and Bobbie Hanna, and the Tiki Committee led by Jim
Deniro. These two committees worked hard to provide
some outstanding activities and events this year.
I would also like to give a big “Thank You” to my
“Commodorable” Beth. She was the one with so many
great ideas. The endless hours she spent helped make this
a fun year.
As we all know, a captain of a ship is only as good as his
crew. At the Venice Yacht Club, the Commodore is only as
good as the Board. I want to thank the Flag Officers and
Board for their hard work and strong support throughout
the past year. On a sad note, last month, the Board lost
Shirley Ambrose, our Board Secretary. She will be greatly
missed, for she was a bright spot and very dedicated
member of the Board.
Beth and I want to wish everyone a joyous New Year.
We also wish Tony and Kathy Zumbano good luck and
smooth sailing in 2013.
Finally, thank you to the VYC membership for allowing
us to be your Commodore and First Mate. We have been
very proud to be part of such a wonderful yacht club.
Bob Piel, Commodore
bobpiel@comcast.net
January 2013
Manager’s Column
Happy New Year!
Before welcoming in the New
Year, I would like to look back at
2012. While the private club industry
has endured some very challenging
economic times, Venice Yacht Club
has navigated through rough waters
and minimal setbacks. In fact, VYC
continues to improve its facility. One of the reasons
why your Club has fared so well is due to the leadership
and experience of outgoing Commodore Bob Piel and
his hard working life partner, Beth. Thank you Bob and
Beth - it was a pleasure to work with you both!
I would like to welcome our new leadership duo,
incoming Commodore Tony Zumbano and his lovely
mate, Kathy. Along with planning a fun-filled year of
activities, Kathy has agreed to continue to lead and guide
the Membership Committee. With the continuity that I
have seen in the upcoming Flag Officers and new Board
Members, they will continue to hold the VYC to the top
level. One of the greatest strengths of the Venice Yacht
Club is its membership. We are lucky to be surrounded
by a caring, involved membership. Thank you!
Life is good,
David Yarzab, CCM
Sunday Breakfast A la Carte Menu
9:00 a.m. ‒ 1:30 p.m.
Sunday Lunch Menu
11:30 a.m. ‒ 1:30 p.m.
Tiki Menu - outside until 7:00 p.m.
Communications
FACEBOOK
See the Venice Yacht Club
Facebook page at
www.facebook.com/pages/Venice-YachtClub/134167726630175
To learn about social media,
contact:
John Whitehead
(john@venicewireless.net)
Joe Browne (jebrowne@yahoo.com)
David Yarzab (gm@veniceyachtclub.com)
VYC NEWS LIST
Any member not receiving
VYC News and wishing
to be placed on the email
list, please send your
name and email address to
flakozlo@verizon.net
Rich Kozlowski
E-Mail Communications
CURRENTS DEADLINE
February Currents Deadline:
Thursday, January 3
Please send all articles,
columns and announcements
for the Currents to
Dee Dee Jepsen at
vyccurrents@gmail.com.
Late articles will not appear in the next issue.
January 2013
VYC Cruise to The Field Club
Welcome New Members
Kyle Scheid
Peter Bartos & Ursula Kohl
Shaun & Mary Sims
Bill & Debbie Masser
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January 17-19
Please join us on the inaugural cruise of our new Fleet
Captain, Turk Hemseri and his first mate, Anita Hemseri.
The Field Club is a great destination to begin the New
Year. What could be better than a nearby marina with a
great restaurant and nice bars? Don’t miss this one.
Please contact Turk Hemseri (themseri@yahoo.com) to
join in on the fun.
Sailors’ Table
Thursday, January 10 at 6:00 p.m.
On the second Thursday of each month,
the Fleet Captain for Sail will host a table
for sailors and those interested in sailing.
Meet other sailors in the Club and help
guide a sailing program.
When making dinner reservations,
please ask to be seated at the “Sailors’
Table.”
Mary Ellen & Billy Laughlin
Thank You, Membership Sponsors
Questions? Please call:
Denny Wertheimer (941) 966-5363
Tom & Stephanie Liber, Scott & Lindsay Howell,
Shaun & Paula Graser,
Amy Elder & David Keane and David & Susan Morley
Fleet Captains’ Lunch
Saturday Nights - Wine & Dine
Saturday, January 5 & 19
Experience fine culinary creations in an
atmosphere of candlelight and soft music!
Reservations required ~ Please call 488-7708
Dress Code: Casual
Wednesday Nights
Pasta Night with 2 for 1 Drinks
Enjoy a custom pasta dish prepared by
one of our talented chefs.
Call 488-7708 for reservations
Join fellow members every
Tuesday for lunch at 11:30 a.m.
Boaters and non-boaters enjoy
friendly conversation in a casual
atmosphere.
The VYC Kayak Table joins the lunch on the first Tuesday of
each month.
ATTENTION:
All VYC Marina Slip Holders
If you move your boat please let the Dockmasters
know. If they are not there, call the next day and
leave a message or e-mail them. If you have a
Captain move your boat, you must inform the
Dockmasters with the Captain’s name and license
number to make it a legal move.
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January 2013
Message from the Fleet Captain Sail
Fellow Boaters,
Happy New Year to everyone;
may it be healthy and fun-filled. May
your boating and traveling be safe and
full of adventure (the good kind).
The Moon: the full moon this
month is January 26th. It is the Full
Wolf Moon. It will occur at 11:28
p.m.
The Lighting of the Fleet was a spectacular sight and
one the most enjoyable events of the year. This is totally
different than what we experienced in St. Louis. At this
time of year, the boat would be winterized and covered
with a tarp – not to be seen again until April. How novel
it is to use your boat year round and decorate with shorts
on. Michele and I really treasure visiting with all our
friends at VYC, admiring the boats and being involved
Notes on Our Boats
by Jim Irwin
This Issue: “Sea Breeze”
Captain Charles and Rita Miller
It’s late October,
2005. Charles walks
out of the Key West
condo he and Rita
share and strolls over
to his rental car. He
opens the door and
looks in: front seat,
back seat, windows, all okay. Water in the ashtrays…
Water in the ashtrays?
That’s right. The ashtray water is what remains of the
flood that covered eight feet of this island paradise, caused
by Hurricane Wilma. Charles and Rita lived through it all,
with high winds and power failures, trees uprooted, and boats
thrown up on land.
Charles leaves his rental car and walks over to the marina
where Sea Breeze rests calmly at her dock, undamaged.
Thanks to a floating dock and high pilings, Sea Breeze rode
out Wilma’s destructive force. Charles and Rita would take
her out soon.
Sea Breeze, built by Sea Ray in 2003, is 42’ of luxury
sedan bridge. With a beam that stretches 14’ 3”, there’s
plenty of room for Charles and Rita to entertain lots of
friends. Visitors can open the sliding glass door and step into
an extra-wide salon with panoramic windows, soft leather
sofas, and a walk-around galley an arm stretch away. One
step up is a dining area that comfortably seats six. Forward
of all this is a guest stateroom with two single beds and a fullsized head with stand-up shower. Still forward, the captain’s
with the Venice Boat Parade. Congratulations to Gus and
Karla Olson on their festive and winning boat. Glad we
could be crew for you. Kaboom!!
Tidbits: The Coast Guard has rescued nearly 1,000,000
people since being founded in 1790. Be safe on the water
and use good judgment even when the “other” guy isn’t.
Thanks to Marlene and Jim for the fine work they
do at the docks every day. They are always at the ready to
lend a helpful hand.
Respectfully submitted,
Denny Wertheimer - Fleet Captain, Sail
Phone: (941) 966-5363
denny.wertheimer@gmail.com
Bob Senn - Asst. Fleet Captain, Sail
Phone: (941) 412 - 9336
stateroom fills the entire bow with bed, lots of cedar-lined
storage, and another stand-up head and shower.
Built-in TVs and other extras complement the Millers’
fine living aboard their “home away from home”. And,
thanks to energetic Rita, Sea Breeze is immaculately clean,
tastefully decorated, and welcoming to all who enter.
Powered by two 450 hp. Cummins diesels, and loaded at
the helm with the latest high-tech instruments, Sea Breeze
takes the Millers wherever they go in style, safety, and
comfort.
Although they’ve been all around south Florida and the
Florida Keys, Charles and Rita say their best trip on Sea
Breeze was to the Bahamas in May 2010. They visited
twelve islands in six weeks, from Nassau to Compass Cay,
to Eleuthera and its wondrous pink sand beaches, and to
others in the Exuma chain. Happy wanderers, they lived the
seagoing, vagabond lifestyle. Family joined them for reef
diving and exploring. Rita swam with sharks and lived to tell
the tale. In sum, their trip to the Bahamas gave Charles and
Rita unforgettable memories and adventures for a lifetime!
Home port for Sea Breeze is at the Millers’ beautiful
home on Manasota Key. Their Gulf of Mexico beachfront
home, also called Sea Breeze, overlooks the surf, the sea, and
sunsets that make Floridians proud. Across the road, their
property leads out to Lemon Bay, reached by a raised private
walkway that leads through wild trees and shrubs, then
extends out to deep water. There, at the end of the Millers’
pier, Sea Breeze rests on her cradle, bright and beautiful,
awaiting the start of another adventure. It might be a VYC
cruise, a rendezvous with other boaters, or just a short trip
by themselves. Whatever it is, Charles and Rita Miller will
embrace the experience, savor the friendships made, and
love every minute they spend on Sea Breeze. Bet on it!
January 2013
Palm Island Marina Rendezvous
February 22 – 24
For cruise reservations, contact Jeff and Pam
Graham at jeffpamgraham@gmail.com
Palm Island Marina is one of VYC’s favorite
cruise destinations. It is close by, has a great heated
pool and the wonderful Johnny Leverocks Seafood
House.
Catch the ferry to scenic Palm Island Resort
and visit the white Gulf of Mexico beaches! While
you’re there, stop by the Rum Bay Restaurant for a
special treat in a lush tropical setting.
VYC Kayak Group
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Message from the Fleet Captain Power
This is my last Currents log entry
as your Fleet Captain, Power. It has
been a great two years. We offered
21 rendezvous, including our first
three extended cruises in many years,
and generated over 1,160 pleasurable
boating days for our members. We
hosted 99 Fleet Captains’ lunches,
serving 2,010 meals which generated
an estimated $28,000 in revenue for
our Club and offered 38 speakers. We assisted the docking
committee in the completion of the new docks, sponsored
two boat inspection days with the US Coast Guard Auxiliary
and hosted two wonderful Memorial Day weekends. We
sent out 22 welcome letters describing our VYC boating
activities to new members with power boats. All in all, we
had a very successful 2011 and 2012, and it was my pleasure
to serve you as Fleet Captain, Power. This success could
not have been achieved without the very capable help of
Assistant Fleet Captain, Power Turk Hemseri and his wife,
Anita. A very special gratitude is expressed to our many
Club members who volunteered as Cruise Leaders and to our
many members who spoke at our Fleet Captains’ Lunches.
Thank you one and all.
We had no rendezvous in December. Our January
rendezvous, to be led by Turk and Anita Hemseri, is to the
Field Club, where I understand much fun will be had at my
expense. Please contact the Hemseris to reserve a slip for
this rendezvous. Non-boating members are encouraged to
drive up to the Field Club on Friday, January 18 to join in the
fun. Rendezvous for the first half of 2013 are listed in the
schedule below.
As I sign off for the last time as your Fleet Captain, Power,
I want to wish much success to our incoming Fleet Captain,
Power Turk Hemseri and Assistant Fleet Captain, Power Jack
Murphy. Please give them your support and encouragement.
Kayak Group leaders Nancy Simonetti and Beth Anderson picnic at Stump Pass.
A minute for safety can save lives.
All are invited to join us as we paddle the local
waterways, sometimes launching from the Club and
other times driving to another spot. If you don’t have
your own kayak, borrow one of the VYC loaners by
reserving through the Dockmaster at 483-3625.
Michael Nemser - Fleet Captain, Power
Phone: (941) 408-8789
Email: mfnemser@gmail.com
Turk Hemseri - Asst. Fleet Captain, Power
Phone: (941) 497-6424
Upcoming activities:
Wednesday, January 9, 11:00 a.m. Launch at
Stump Pass Beach State Park, paddle quiet waters to the
pass, and picnic on a beach before paddling Ski Alley or
the Gulf back to the park. Duration: 2.5 hours.
Additional January trips will be organized and announced
by e-mail.
Call Nancy Simonetti at 486-8166 or Beth Anderson
at 685-8065 for info and to be added to our e-mail
contact list.
VYC 2013 RENDEZVOUS SCHEDULE
MONTH DESTINATION
TRIP LEADERS
DATES
Jan
Feb
Mar
April
May
June
Anita & Turk Hemseri
Jeff & Pamela Graham
Anita & Turk Hemseri
Roger & Marlene Haviland
Jim & Millie Irwin
Steve & Barb Johnson
1/17-19
2/22-24
3/22-24
4/26-29
5/16-21
6/20-23
The Field Club
Palm Island Marina
Longboat Key Moorings
Marina Jack
Tampa Bay Cruise
Charlotte Harbor and Isles Yacht Clubs
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Venice Youth
Boating Association
2012 was quite the interesting year of
transition for the Venice Youth Boating
Association, Inc. as it celebrated its
founding sixty years ago.
We began the year without a director of
our sailing program and hired a temporary
administrator primarily for the registration
of students in our summer “Learn to Sail”
program while we searched for a permanent director. We
strengthened our processes as required by more stringent IRS
and State of Florida guidelines of 501(c)(3) organizations
and worked to improve our ability to apply for grants and
improve the overall caliber of our program and its offerings
for sailing.
Peter Eduardo joined us as our new director as our
summer “Learn to Sail” program launched. We conducted
more formal parents and sailor orientation meetings the
Saturday morning before each two-week session began and
will continue the new format in 2013.
Our School Year enrollment is down slightly from previous
years with 21 sailors on board. Increasing the number for
next year is a major challenge because we compete with
other sports, which have begun practicing on Saturdays this
year. We are thrilled to have a Venice High School sailing
team of 12 sailors this year. Most of the team members are
sailing novices. They sail on Wednesday afternoons until
dark after school. Our goal is for them to have fun on the
water this year so they will return next year and improve
their sailing ability for participation in high school regattas.
We welcomed Holly Cook to the VYBA Board of
Directors as the Liaison from the VYC Board of Directors,
and we welcomed Joe Terranova and Beth Anderson, Liaison
from the Bitter Ends, to our board. We plan to add two
parents of our youngest sailors to our board since parent
involvement makes a direct contribution in managing our
sailing programs and especially with our preparations for
participation in regattas.
We look forward to 2013 with great enthusiasm! We will
have a VYBA sailors/parents awards dinner in early January
to present trophies for the special accomplishments of our
young sailors in the fall/winter series.
Interest in our private lessons program has increased in the
past two months, and we invite adults of the VYC who may
be interested to contact the VYBA about this new offering.
As the old year ends and a new year begins, we express our
sincere gratitude to the Venice Yacht Club Board of Directors
for its continuing support as well as the great support and
interest from individual members of the Club.
Our website is: veniceyouthboating.com. Our phone
is: 941-468-1719, and our director, Peter Eduardo, may be
contacted at: director@veniceyouthboating.com.
January 2013
Venice Yacht Club
Charitable Foundation
As our tenure as co-chairs has come to an end, we
are buoyed and encouraged by the visibility within the
Club and within the community that the Venice Yacht
Club Charitable Foundation has earned. Deep thanks
to the 2012 committee who contributed their TIME and
TALENT: Matt DePalma, Merle Graser, Jerry Jarrett,
Michael Nemser, Dewey Snowden, David Yarzab and
Commodore Bob Piel.
Thanks go out as well to all of you who have
contributed your “TREASURE.” Donors at all levels,
and gifts in memory or honor of friends, family and
loved ones help to build the fund for the future.
Eleven grant applications were received in advance
of the November deadline. Of those requests received
in this second and final 2012 cycle, six grants were
awarded as follows:
• Habitat for Humanity of South Sarasota County $750 for the Veterans’ Build project
• Our Mother’s House - $860 for new cribs and
mattresses
• Venice Area Beautification - $250 for a hanging
planter in the ongoing development of the Venice
Avenue planter project
• Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Suncoast - $1000
for one match for one year in the Decisions to
Win high school drop-out prevention program
• Literacy Volunteers of South Sarasota County $900 for expansion of the Reading Opens Doors
program
• Venice Art Center - $500 for a youth scholarship
Children, families, veterans, and the community are
bettered by these gifts. All six are squarely matched
to our grant categories. All six benefit Venice and the
local communities from which our yacht club members
hail. All six make a big difference to the recipient
organizations. These are the principles which have
guided us in formalizing our grant making in 2012.
With our words of gratitude for a year of good works
come our hopes that participation will continue to grow,
as will the fund going forward. Thank you, indeed.
Ann C. Thompson, Co-Chair
VYC Charitable Foundation - ann@anncthompson.com
Janice Zarro Wood, Co-Chair
VYC Charitable Foundation - jazarro@aol.com
Charting a course to a better community…
January 2013
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Commodore’s Roast
January 12
Cocktails @ 6:00 p.m.
Dinner Service Begins @ 6:45 p.m.
Appetizer:
Citrus Prawn
Hall-Sauvignon Blanc
Salad:
Field Greens With Valencia Oranges,
Tomato, Cucumber, Citrus
Vinaigrette, Grilled Chicken
Entrée:
Petite Filet Over Roasted Tomato
Green Beans Stefano
Roasted Fingerling Potatoes
The Dreaming Tree-Cabernet
Dessert:
Sweet Trio
*We Will Accommodate Any
Special Dietary Requests
$24.95 pp++
$39.95 pp++ with wine
Please Call 488-7708
For Reservations
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January 2013
Ladies’ Luncheon
Friday, January 11
at 12:00 noon
A “Big Thank You” to
and a “Welcome” to
Beth Piel
Kathy Zumbano
“Look up in the sky
The stars are dancing tonight
Dancing just for you”
-- Michael Mahoney --
Join us in a tribute to our First Mates honoring the outgoing and incoming Commodores’ wives.
We will be thanking Beth Piel for her amazing work this past year and welcoming Kathy Zumbano.
“Starz Choice Dance Academy” and “The Foxettes” will honor our featured guests by combining
children and dance, which are special loves of Beth and Kathy.
Menu:
Lemon Pepper Chicken over Wilted
Spinach
Wild Rice and Asparagus
Crudités
Rolls And Muffins
Dessert: Berries and Cream Tart
Chocolate Stars
Price $15.95 ++
Committee: Dana Patterson, Carol Senn and Antoinette Dowling
Call 488-7708 for reservations to set up your own table, or ask to join Lee Hamilton at the Hospitality Table.
January 2013
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Sixty-Second Commodore’s Ball
Saturday, January 26
Cocktail Reception 6:00 pm
Bell for Dinner 6:45 p.m.
Introductions and Champagne Toast 7:00 p.m.
Dinner 7:30 p.m.
Dinner Program and Dancing to Follow
Music provided by “A Train”
Evening Menu
Cocktail Reception
Traditional Italian Antipasti
Seafood, Meats, Cheeses and Artisan Breads
Stationary and Passed hors d’oeuvres
Dinner
Insalada
Neapolitan Caprese Salad
Buffalo Mozzarella, Sliced Ripe
Tomato and Basil
Balsamic Vinaigrette
Primo Piatto
Ravioli Sorrento
Ricotta and Spinach Filling
Vodka Marinara Sauce
Secondo Piatto
Grilled Filet Mignon
Port Wine Reduction
paired with
Cold Water Lobster Tail
Creamy Polenta and Broccolini
Dolce
New York Cheesecake
Assorted Biscotti
Caffe
Special dietary requests accommodated.
Please make your request prior to
the event.
Price: $75 pp++
Formal Club Dress:
Reservations Required:
Bridge, Flag Officers and Past
Commodores to wear Club Uniform.
All others may wear Club Uniform,
Tuxedo or Dark Suit and Tie.
Ladies may wear formal attire.
Please call 488 - 7708
No cancellations
after January 24.
This event is for members only.
Committee: Cora Wright, Bobbie Hanna, and Pat Kozlowski
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New Year’s Eve Party
Dancing with the Stars
Monday, December 31
7:00 p.m. - Hors d’oeuvres in the Cove
8:00 p.m. - Dinner in the Main Dining Room
Music and Dancing to the music of Daniel Paul
Dancing with the Stars Exhibition
Champagne Toast at Midnight
Breakfast at 12:15 a.m.
Black Tie or Dark Suit
Reservations Required - Please call 488-7708
January 2013
MENU
Salad
Choice of...
 House Salad with Creamy Dressing or
 Caesar Salad
Your Choice of Entrée
 Surf & Turf
 Veal Osso Buco
 Stuffed Rock Cornish Hen
 Black Grouper
Dessert
Decadent Chocolate Banana Crêpes
Breakfast at 12:15 a.m.
$80 pp++
COMMITTEE MEMBERS: Commodore Bob and Beth Piel, Stan and Cora Wright
The Fleet Captain’s Cruise
Please join us for the Venice Yacht Club
Fleet Captain’s Cruise
at the Field Club on January 17-19, 2013
Outgoing Fleet Captain Michael
Nemser will be “roasted”
during dinner at the Field Club on
Friday, January 18 at 6:30 p.m.
For cruise and dinner reservations
contact Turk & Anita Hemseri
941-497-6424 or Anitainoc@aol.com
You do not have to be a boater or
be on the boat trip
to join in the festivities.
Make your reservations now!
January 2013
On January 17, we will journey to St. Petersburg
via bus for visits to the Dali Museum and the new
Titanic 100th Anniversary Exhibition. The Centennial
Exhibition will feature compelling human stories as
best told through authentic artifacts recovered from
the ocean floor and extensive room re-creations. The
exhibition features artifacts never before seen in the
Tampa Bay Area. We will also go to the famous Dali
Museum. Salvador Dali is one of the most renowned
artists in the world. He created a vast collection of work
that is often as shocking as it is brilliant.
The bus will depart at 10:00 a.m. from the former
Albertsons parking lot. Return will be late afternoon.
The price of $73.00 per person for the entire day will
include admission to the Centennial Exhibition, Dali
Museum, lunch at the 400 Beach Restaurant, and round
trip transportation. All reservations must be in to VYC
reservation desk by JANUARY 9. Tickets for the Titanic
Centennial Exhibition, Dali Museum, Lunch, and Bus
transportation will be purchased at this time. Therefore
no cancellations after this date.
■ In February - “Fiddler On The Roof”
Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre
In February, we will visit the Broadway Palm Theatre
in Fort Myers to see the Tony Award winning musical
“Fiddler On The Roof.” The musical centers on Tevye,
the father of five daughters, and his attempts to maintain
his family and religious traditions while outside
influences encroach on their lives. This timeless classic
is rousing and has a heartwarming score which you will
enjoy. This is a matinee, and the bus will leave from the
former Albertsons parking lot at 10:15 a.m. with a late
afternoon return. The price of $75.00 per person will
include theatre admission, full buffet meal and dessert
bar in the theatre, and roundtrip bus transportation.
Reservations must be in to VYC reservation desk by
JANUARY 24. Tickets will be purchased at this time.
Therefore, no cancellations after this date. All fees will
appear on your VYC monthly statement.
Since we are sharing a bus with the First Presbyterian
Church in Venice, there are only 25 tickets available to
VYC members, so assure your seat by reserving early.
Betty Link, Land Cruisers Committee
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NOTICE
Venice Yacht Club, Inc.
Annual Meeting
The annual meeting of
the Venice Yacht Club, Inc.
will be held on Monday,
January 7 at 7:00 p.m. at
the Venice Yacht Club.
All members are
encouraged to attend.
Be informed:
Hear the yearly major
committee reports, annual
audit report, Board Member
election results and
announcement of new Flag
Officers for 2013.
Mah Jongg!
Come join us on Thursdays at 9:00 a.m. to noon at the
Club. For those who wish to learn, we will have lessons
on the first Thursday of each month. This is a fun
game played in a relaxed atmosphere.
Coffee, tea and cookies are provided.
All players will need a Mah Jongg card which is
available at Venice Stationers for $8.00.
Also, plan to join us for lunch after the lessons. It is a
nice get together and a chance to meet other members.
To register, call Michele Wertheimer at 966-5363.
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January 2013
Thank you for continuing to support our sponsors
who help offset the cost of this newsletter!
Wednesday, January 16
The Venice Yacht Club
Socialize from around 6:00 p.m. until near 7:30 p.m.
Afterward, stay to enjoy a fine dinner and a pleasant evening with nice friends.
Remember, reservations are a must for cocktails and for dinner!
Venice Yacht Club, John Magnus - 474-3959
Sarasota Yacht Club, Chuck Volkert - 925-8660
Bird Key Yacht Club, Laura Hansen - 383-8273
The Field Club, Pat Carlson - 924-7558
HORIZON BUILDERS
KERRY CARPER
Owner / Operator Since 1994
A Happy, Healthy
2013 To All!
Fri., Jan. 4..........Happy Hour - 5:30 p.m.
Mon., Jan. 7......VYC Annual Meeting - 7:00 p.m.
Thur., Jan. 10.....ALL SINGLES MEETING
7:00 p.m. in Pearson’s Cove
Call Maureen or Fran for reservations
Sat., Jan. 12........Commodore’s Roast - 6:00 p.m.
Call VYC for reservations
Fri., Jan. 18.........Happy Hour - 5:30 p.m.
Thur., Jan. 24....Englewood Elks
Dinner: 5:00 p.m. / Dancing: 6:30 p.m.
Call Maureen or Fran for reservations
Fri., Jan. 25........Happy Hour
at the Tiki Bar - 5:30 p.m.
Wed., Jan. 30....Happy Hour and
Pasta Night - 5:00 p.m.
Call VYC for reservations at the Singles’ Table
Serving Sarasota, Manatee and Charlotte Counties
(941) 809-9292
kerry@horizonbuilds.com
Remodels - Additions - New Construction
www.horizonbuilds.com
License - CGC 058537
See You In January!
Maureen Noonan (941) 496-7606
Fran Jeffrey (941) 497-2621
January 2013
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Happy New Year!
Are you making your New Year’s Resolutions?
Make another one... stop in and see the Burgee
Store. We receive new merchandise often.
FOR OUR NEW MEMBERS: The Burgee Store
is located to the right of the stairs on the first floor.
Come in and see us or just stop and “WINDOW
SHOP” and visit with our friendly volunteers.
The COMMODORE’S BALL is just around
the corner. Men, do you have your “OWNERS
PATCH” for your navy jacket? If you don’t
have one, or have misplaced your old one, stop in
and see one of our volunteers. If a volunteer isn’t
there, one of the charming hostesses
will assist you.
ALL CHRISTMAS GIFT PURCHASES MUST
BE RETURNED BY JANUARY 25.
Thank you for your cooperation.
HOURS:
TUESDAY: 11:00 a.m. ‒ 1:00 p.m.
FRIDAY: 5:30 p.m. ‒ 7:00 p.m.
Co-Chairpersons:
Lee Hamilton and Jean McLaughlin
Committee: Peg Little and Marge Lukas
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January 2013
Every Tuesday Night!
Taylor MacPherson
Yacht Broker
Tel: 941-485-3388 • Fax: 941-485-5542 • Cell: 941-313-2212
1485 S. Tamiami Trail, Venice, FL 34285
taylor.macpherson@marinemax.com • www.marinemax.com
Scrumptious Buffet for $16.25++
followed by Nine High-Dollar
Exciting Games of Bingo.
This is a Fun Night Out, and most weeks pay a $250
Grand Prize! Attendance is up to over 100 players a
week for big dollar prizes!
Buffet: 6-7:30 p.m. ● Bingo: 8:00 p.m.
Please make reservations with the Hostess
by calling VYC at 488-7708
Bingo Commissioner Norm Holloway is back!
Dress Code: Casual
SIGN UP NOW
2013 VYC WINE CLUB
WINE CLUB YEAR BEGINS
JANUARY 1
COST: $40.00 PER PERSON OR
$75.00 PER COUPLE
BENEFITS:
1. $10.00 OFF PER MEMBER FOR
GOURMET DINNERS
2. 10% OFF ON BOTTLED WINE
PURCHASED W/DINNER
3. CLUB MEMBERS ONLY SPECIAL
EVENTS
4. SPECIAL FUNCTIONS WITH
WINEMAKERS
FOR MORE INFORMATION
OR TO REGISTER
CONTACT: BOB PIEL 497-2719
bobpiel@comcast.net
January 2013
Ladies’ Bridge
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Hello VYCyclers!
We meet on every Tuesday at 11:30 a.m.
and lunch at 12:00 noon.
Call 488-7708 for reservations at least one day in advance.
Winners – September 4
1.Nellie Lind
2.Mamie Bennett
Winners – October 2
1.Edi Crelin
2.Nellie Lind
Winners – October 16
1.Sally Krieger
2.Nellie Lind
Winners – November 6
1.Nellie Lind
2.Mamie Bennett
Winners – November 20
1.Mamie Bennett
2.Renee Paxton
Director: Alice Heiden: 255-1011
Co Director: Edi Crelin: 408-9654
Duplicate Bridge
Meets the first and third Thursdays at 12:00 noon
Play begins promptly at 1:00 p.m.
The cost is $4.00 pp and you must have a partner
Call 488-7708 for reservations at least one day in advance.
Winners, November 1
North – South
1.Steve Becker
Rose Larsen
2. Len Van Zinderen
Ruth Kelley
East – West
1.Julie Schworm
Deborah Swanton
2.Dick Stempfhuber
Susie Stempfhuber
Winners, November 15
North – South
1.Rose Larsen
Steve Becker
2.Leah Grootwassink
Patty Wheeler
East – West
1.Julie Schworm
Barbara Swanton
2.Barbara Fraser
Jack Brecken
The holiday season has come and gone, and if you
are like me, you have some work to do!
The food and beverages of the season were great,
but I believe they have found their way to my middle!
So, join me for a month of repentance, and let’s ride!
We ride every other Sunday usually at 9:00 a.m. We
love the Legacy and Waterway Trails, and I have put
together some terrific adventures. If you would like to
come along, email me at ppjkfla@aol.com and become
a part of our fun and fit group.
I look forward to seeing all my regulars and adding
a few new riders. So let’s ride!!!
Pat Kozlowski
Assistants: Edi Crelin: 408-9654 – Alice Heiden: 255-1011
Progressive Bridge
Progressive Bridge is for all Venice Yacht Club players and
their guests. Please join us at noon for lunch followed by play
beginning promptly at 1:00 p.m. on the second and fourth
Thursdays of each month. We are a fun, light-hearted and eclectic
party of players. We look forward to seeing you.
Please call Julie Schworm at (941) 475-2338, and she will handle
reservations with the Yacht Club for bridge and lunch on your
behalf. Please make any cancellations to Julie no later than
Tuesday before the play. You must have reservations to play.
Winners - November 8
1.Joan Curtis (guest)
2. Len VanZinderen
3.Sally Krieger
4.Walt Curtis (guest)
5.Evelyn Carrier
SAVE THE DATE
Sunday, February 3
VYC Superbowl Party
Please call if you can
volunteer to assist with
confirmation calls and
set-up. Thank you!
Make Your Reservations Now! 488-7708
Sunday
M
Tuesday
• Sunday A La Carte
• 9:00 am-1:30 pm
• Club closes at 2:00 pm
Club Closed
• Ladies’ Bridge
• Fleet Captains’ Lunch
• Buffet & Bingo
2829
• Buffet & Bingo
21 22
• Buffet & Bingo
• Mah Jongg 9:00 am
• BOD Mtg.-6pm
• Shrimp Night
• Singles Happy Hour &
Pasta Night
• Pasta Night
• Music: Jim Gilmour
• Membership Mtg.-10am
• Pasta Night
31
• Progressive Bridge
• Singles’ Night Out
• Shrimp Night
30
24
• Land Cruisers
• Duplicate Bridge
• Shrimp Night
17
• Progressive Bridge
• Sailors’ Table
• House Committee Mtg.-5pm
• BOD Mtg.-6pm
• All Singles’ Meeting-7pm
• Shrimp Night
• Wine & Dine
19
• Commodore’s
Roast
12
• Singles’ Happy Hr. 5:30 pm
at the Tiki
• Galley Night
• Rob Satori/MDR
25
• Commodore’s Ball
Music: A Train
26
VYC CRUISE - Filed Club
9:00 am
• Fleet Captain’s Roast
• Galley Night
• Island Vibe/MDR
18
• Mah Jongg
• Ladies’ Luncheon
• Galley Night
• Doo Wop Denny/MDR
11
• Wine & Dine
• Galley Night
• Kim Jenkins/MDR
• Duplicate Bridge
• Shrimp Night
10
5
Saturday
4
Friday
3
Thursday
23
• SOLO at the VYC
• Pasta Night
• Finance Meeting-5pm
16
• Pasta Night
• Marina Committee Mtg. 5:00 pm
9
• Pasta Night
2
Wednesday
Editor: Dee Dee Jepsen
Graphics: Michael Frank
27
• 9:00 am-1:30 pm
20
• 9:00 am-1:30 pm
14 15
& Kayak Table
• Buffet & Bingo
7 8
7
• Annual Meeting
13
• 9:00 am-1:30 pm
6
Club Closed
HAPPY
NEW YEAR!
1
January 2013
1330 Tarpon Center Drive • Venice, Florida 34285
Phone 488-7708
Venice Yacht Club, Inc.
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
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VYC Coming Events
Hours of Operation
February 2013
3………..Super Bowl Party
14………A Valentine’s Evening
15………Ladies’ Luncheon
16………Chillin’ Out Tiki Party
17………Gourmet Dinner
March 2013
15………Ladies’ Luncheon
16 ……..St. Patrick’s Party
30 ……..Children’s Easter Party
31……….Easter Sunday
Dress Code
November 1 to April 30
Lunch
Tuesday to Saturday: Shorts permitted
Sunday Breakfast: Jackets Preferred
Main Dining Room Dinner
Tuesday to Friday: Casual
Saturday: Jackets Preferred
Main Bar and Pearson’s Cove
(All day, year round)
Tuesday to Sunday: Shorts Permitted
Tiki Bar
(All day, year round)
Bathing attire permitted
Main Dining Room and Pearson’s Cove
Lunch
11:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Sunday a la carte
9:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Dinner
Tuesday to Thursday: 5:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Friday: 5:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Saturday: 5:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Sunday: Closed
Sunday: Food and beverage service is available
at the Tiki Bar until 7:00 p.m.
Main Bar
Tuesday to Saturday: Opens at 11:30 a.m.
Sunday: 12:00 noon - 2:00 p.m.
Tiki Bar
Food and Beverage service is available
(weather permitting)
Tuesday to Thursday: 11:30 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Friday: 11:30 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Saturday: 11:30 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Sunday: 11:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Marina
Tuesday to Sunday: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Monday: 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

The Venice Yacht Club Commodore`s Ball

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