VYC July 4th Weekend Celebration

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Volume 65, Number 7
July 2015
Melinda Short
Commodore
Join us for the
VYC July 4th Weekend Celebration
See page 10 for details
Children's Fishing Tournament
Blessing of the Fleet
Retreat Ceremony
Wreath Ceremony
Please visit our website at www.veniceyachtclub.com in the Member’s Area for more pictures.
VENICE YACHT CLUB CURRENTS
July 2015
Membership Committee Report
May 2015
To Regular
Edward & Jennifer Arbaugh
William & Anne Chotkowski
Renn & Heather Crichlow
Frank & Tricia Peacock
Terry & Sharon Pellegrini
To Single
Michelle Accardi
Richard Appell
Mary Ellen Jakovac
Sherrey Welch
Judy Todd Wood
Reinstated
Mike & Tammy Miller
Summer
Todd & Paige Balsinger
Richard Buonpane &
Dr. Erene Romanski
Jim & Michelle Butler
Nico & Marzia Candelora
Rich & Jeanne Davis
Kevin & Stephanie Deiter
Summer cont...
Paul & Paula Drake
James & Kriscie Fralin
Jason & Courtney Green
Byron & Lindsey Grimes
Josh & Jenny Hovey
Dr. Raymond & Kathy James
Phillippe & Lindsey Job
Thomas Krause
Jeremy Martin &
Joan Schumacher
Earl & Leigh Ann McMinn
Ruben & Pamela Miller
Hugh & Sue Moore
Derek & Patti Nelson
Brendan & Connie O'Brien
Deborah Schulten
Ron & Laura Smith
James & Lois Stufflebeam
Troy & Penny Thomas
Wm. Washburn & Karen Dehne
Joel & Christina Zalud
Tammy Carper-Chair
Welcome, New Members
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Officers / Directors 2015
Commodore......................... Melinda Short
Vice Commodore..................... Jim DeNiro
Rear Commodore................... Kerry Carper
Treasurer.................................. Jim DeNiro
Secretary.................................... Gus Olson
Fleet Captains
Power............................Roger Haviland
Sail............................P/C Shaun Graser
Fleet Surgeon..................... P/C Mark Bills
Fleet Chaplains....Father Peter Brudzinski
Reverend Chris Gray
Board of Directors
Director Ex Officio..... P/C Bill Dowling
Directors 2018.................... John Hanna
Beth Piel
Directors 2017................. Turk Hemseri
Gus Olson
Directors 2016................... Joe Fanciulli
Roger Haviland
Melinda Short
P/C Tony Zumbano
What’s Inside
Anne & Bill
Chotkowski
Mary Ellen
Jakovac
Judy Todd
Wood
Thank You, Membership Sponsors
Michael & Cindy Curtin, William & Noreen Gately,
Donald & Babs Healy, Ernie & Polly Skinner,
Louis & Rosemary Stabile, Lueanne Wood & Larry Kurtzo,
and Jack & Brenda Wright
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
Lana Appell
Robert Hoff
We will miss you!
Save the Date...........................................................4
Chef's Corner...........................................................5
Expanded Happy Hour.............................................5
Boating News.......................................................6, 7
Ladies' Luncheon.....................................................8
July 4th Bingo...........................................................8
Tiki Tribune...............................................................9
July 4th Celebration...............................................10
Take a Bite Out of Shark Week...............................11
Evening on the Bayou............................................11
VYCCF....................................................................12
Gourmet Burgers & Brews......................................12
VYBA......................................................................13
Christmas in July....................................................13
FCYC......................................................................14
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Commodore’s Comments
Deke and I hope that you had
as good a time as we had at the
Memorial Day Celebration. A big
thank you goes out to P/C Shaun
and Paula Graser along with Gus
and Karla Olson for all their efforts
in making this an event that we will
all remember.
The Change of Watch was a
signature event that will be cherished as I look back over
the years. Thank you for making this a special event for
your newly appointed Flag Officers. We appreciate your
continued support and look forward to an outstanding
year!
This month starts off with a fun-filled Fourth of July.
If you are feeling lucky, then plan to join me as I call
Firecracker Bingo at 11:30 a.m. in the Sunset Room.
Venice Theatre will be our special guest for the
Friday, July 10 Ladies’ Luncheon. Come take a sneak
peek at their upcoming production of Godspell.
Our Entertainment Committee has another special
event planned for you on Saturday, July 18. Jerry and
Kathie Bullano will host An Evening on the Bayou
where you will enjoy great food and drink.
Members celebrating VYC membership anniversaries
of 25 years or more in July are: Merle and Pat Graser
Manager’s Column
First, I would like to thank
everyone who came out to the Club
over the Memorial Day Weekend. We
had a terrific turnout and everyone
seemed to have a great time. Even the
weather cooperated. If you missed it,
the memorial service on Sunday was
beautifully done. One of my favorite
activities was the Kids’ Fishing
Tournament on Saturday morning. As always, the kids had
a great time and even caught a few fish.
Well, sometimes, things just don’t always happen quite
as planned. That was kind of the case with the replacement
of the irrigation system and the landscaping project we’ve
been talking about. However, as I write this, the plan is to
start in a few days (weather permitting). If things happen as
scheduled, the work should be completed by the time you
receive this edition of the Currents. Part of the ongoing
efforts to make your Club a better place!
We have introduced new Lunch/Tiki and Dinner Menus.
We’re going to try something just a little different this
July 2015
(52 yrs); Cornelia Hill (52 yrs); Maurice and Patricia
Dalton (35 yrs); Mary Alyce Hartman and Lt. Col.
Russell Fairbanks (32 yrs); Edith Keyler (31 yrs); John
and Betty Link (29 yrs); Robert and Myriam Murphy
(29 yrs); and Marshall and Janet Peters (26 yrs). Please
join me in congratulating these members for their long
term commitment to VYC.
Finally, I would like to take this opportunity to thank
our 45 employees who work so diligently to making
our Club so successful. Take a few minutes to reach out
to these employees and let them know how much we
appreciate all that they do for us.
Will look forward to seeing you at the Club.
Melinda Short, Commodore
Melinda.short@franklin.edu
Save the Date
Hawaiian Luau
Saturday, August 15
Music provided by
Tropical Ave
Hosted by:
Entertainment Committee
summer. Our typical very large menus are very challenging
to manage during the slower months. This leads to excessive
prepping and waste. To address this we are paring back
the dinner menus a little and changing them weekly. This
allows Josh to take better advantage of fresh items that are
available and better control his waste. We will keep many
of your favorites, but now you can look for new fun items
each week.
The second week of July is Shark Week. So, once again
this year, Chef Josh will be preparing various species of
the predator of the deep in very delicious ways. Stop by the
Club to see what’s on the menu that night.
Finally, my most favorite holiday of the year is coming
up……….the Fourth of July. A big day is planned with
lots of fun activities. We always have a huge turnout and I
suspect this year will be no different. It would help the staff
be better prepared if you would please take a minute and
call ahead with your reservations. We just want to be ready
when you arrive.
Fair winds and following seas.
Jerry Clemens, Club Manager
July 2015
Chef’s Corner
Rethinking Culinary Creations
As a chef, your success is defined
by what you plate. That’s why it’s so
important that each and every dish you
include on your menu is up to snuff.
It isn’t as easy as you might think. I
am working on a new menu concept,
which means I have menu creation
on my mind. I really focus in on each
dish - the preparation, the components,
and where it is going to be served. It is easy to put together a
few main ingredients and make a menu item, but a really great
menu requires and deserves much more than that.
I have always been one to really consider my food. There
are a few questions I ask myself before I decide whether an idea
is up to snuff. Some of the questions I often ask myself are:
1.Who are my guests? What are they familiar with? (Geographic location plays a very large role here.)
2.How can I present something differently, i.e. what
unexpected twist can I surprise the member with?
3.Is the dish approachable? Is it something that is
easy to eat?
4.How will it travel from the kitchen to the dining room?
I must consider:
☞ Temperature
☞ Architecture: leaning/falling components
☞ Service friendliness
☞ Any pieces that functionally go along
with the dish
5.Does the dish bring any surprise or emotion to
the diner?
6.How much labor is required to produce the dish?
7.What is the item’s selling price vs. perceived value?
Does it meet expectations?
Knowing what questions to pose is a great start but it’s only
one part of the equation. Please know that I am always striving
to do what’s best for the members, kitchen, and staff - to make
memorable dishes that are good quality and value.
I will continue to work hard and try to PLEASE and WOW
as many members and guests as possible. This is forever a
work is progress.
Bon appétit!
Chef Josh
Wine & Dine Saturday Nights
July 11 and 25
Saturday nights at the Club are about creating a memorable
experience for our members and their guests. It is built around
great wine, great food, great company, and great ambience.
Reservations required- Please call 488-7708
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Announcing
Expanded Happy Hour!
Expanded Happy Hour
started May 5 and ends
October 29. Happy Hour
is offered every Tuesday,
Wednesday and Thursday
from 5:00 p.m. till 7:00 p.m.
throughout the Club and at
the Tiki Bar.
Enjoy half price drinks!
Sunday A La Carte Breakfast
Sundays, July 5, 12, 19, & 26
10:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Experience the pleasure of a delicious stack of pancakes, a tasty
omelet, or maybe even an entree from the lunch menu. Enjoy the
ambiance with family and friends. What more can you ask for?
A terrific day awaits you at the VYC.
Where in the World is the
VYC Burgee???
Between now and December 31, as you travel,
take a VYC burgee along in your suitcase. As you
make stops at faraway places, historic landmarks, or
just fun roadside attractions, take a photo that proudly
includes the Venice Yacht Club burgee. Maybe it’s at
the rim of the Grand Canyon or in front of the Eiffel
Tower, Big Ben, or the world’s largest ball of twine.
We’ll publish as many as we can in Currents to share
with the members. Finally, at the end of this year,
prizes will be awarded for the photo taken at the most
distant location and for the most creative.
Email your photos to gm@veniceyachtclub.com.
See page 19 for a photo of the Grasers in Tortola, BVI.
Have fun and happy travels!!!
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Message from the Fleet Captain Sail
Blessing of the Fleet
Premier Yachting Event of the Year
Hosted by Gus and Karla Olson and
the IOBG
I want to take this opportunity
to thank Gus and Karla Olson and
the IOBG for their role in this year's
Memorial Day Celebration. It was
truly a spectacular day.
The Blessing of the Fleet is a tradition
that began centuries ago in Mediterranean fishing communities.
The blessing from the local priest was meant to ensure a safe and
bountiful season. The Venice High School Jazz Band directed
by Jonathan Case started the afternoon with the performance of
patriotic songs. As each boat passed the viewing area, Reverend
Chris Gray and Father Peter Brudzinski blessed the boats as the
men saluted the flag and the women placed carnations in the
water. Our Master of Ceremonies, Dr. Jim Irwin, read the names
of the captain, first mate, and guests onboard each boat. The
boats then returned to their slips.
The Retreat Ceremony
serves a twofold purpose.
It signals the end of the
official duty day and serves
as a ceremony for paying
respect to the flag. P/C Joe
Dombrowski initiated the Retreat Ceremony at which time the
flag was lowered and folded as the meaning of each fold of the
flag was read. The flag was then presented to the Commodore.
P/C Dombrowski chose this Memorial Day to honor our four
oldest veterans. The veterans were each introduced and given a
plaque and thanked for their service to our country. The ceremony
ended with the reading of the names of all of the members
who had passed away during the year. A bell was rung after
the reading of each name indicating the end of that member’s
watch. A wreath laying ceremony at sea in remembrance of
our departed members followed the Retreat Ceremony. The
wreath ceremony took place in the Gulf of Mexico with two of
the Venice Youth Boating sailors, Bogan Whitehead and Garrett
Lawlor, performing the ceremony at sea.
Sailors’ Table
Thursday, July 2
Sailors’ Table is normally held on the first Thursday
of each month. We gather for drinks at Pearson’s
Cove at 6:00 p.m. and dinner at 7:00 p.m.
Come join us, and enjoy the banter and sail talk.
Bill Pixley at 480-0043 or
Peter Atkinson at 497-2285
July 2015
I would like to thank all of those who participated in this
year's Memorial Day celebration. I would like to invite everyone
who could not attend this year's Memorial Day celebration to
attend next year to help us honor those who fought and died for
this great nation.
The following is a list of the Boats, Captains, and First Mates
that participated in the blessing of the Fleet.
Blue Aspen: David Morley, Susan Morley
Quest: Shaun Graser, Paula Graser
Lady Bella: Frank Marino, Teresa Marino
Short Circat: John Hanna, Bobbie Hanna
True Love 2: Rudy Reinecke, Dee Reinecke
Hair of the Dog: Tom Lawlor, Ellen Lawlor
VYBA: Bogan Whitehead, Garrett Lawlor
Third Step: Larry Alumbaugh
Trust No One: Joe Fanciulli, Pat Fanciulli
Her Nibs: Tom Hurley, Barb Hurley
Carpe Diem: Gus Olson, Karla Olson
P/C Shaun Graser, Fleet Captain, Sail
VYC Kayak Group
Denny Wertheimer & Marvin Gates at Stump Pass in May.
Guys and gals in kayaks or on SUPs are invited to
join the group outings on local waterways. If you
don’t have your own kayak, borrow one of the
Club’s loaners. Reserve through the Dockmaster.
We suggest a donation to VYC of $15 per day.
Upcoming Activities:
Tuesday, July 7, 11:30 a.m. Kayak Table at Fleet
Captains’ Luncheon. Meet to plan additional trips.
Thursday, July 9, 4:00 p.m. Bay to Bay to Bay
to Bar. Launch from the Club or next door at Higel
Park, paddle the three bays, and return in time to
enjoy the evening at the Tiki Bar. Specials that
night include Gourmet Burgers, Shark Week special
menu, a $5 Shark Bite drink, and Happy Hour
pricing on other beverages.
Call Beth Anderson at 685-8065 or Nancy
Simonetti at 486-8166 for more information and
to be added to our email contact list.
July 2015
Message from the Fleet Captain Power
Upcoming Cruise
Field Club
July 24-26
The Field Club was established in 1957 and is located
at marker #78 on the Intracoastal Waterway in Sarasota.
Please contact Roger Haviland at roger529@
comcast.net. for cruise details and slip reservations.
VYC 2015 RENDEZVOUS SCHEDULE
DATE
July 24 - 26
Aug 21 - 23
Sept 18 - 20
Oct 16 - 18
Nov 20 - 22
Dec 31-Jan 1
DESTINATION
Field Club
TBD
TBD
Marina Jack
Longboat Key
New Year boat-in
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TRIP LEADERS
Haviland
TBD
TBD
TBD
TBD
TBD
VYC Summer Reciprocals
May 1 through October 31, 2015
Mission Valley Country Club, Dining & Golf
1851 Mission Valley Blvd., Laurel
Reservations: 488-9683 / Golf: 488-7747
(Effective only through October 15)
★ Plantation Golf and Country Club, Dining Only
500 Rockley Blvd., Venice
Reservations: 497-1494
★ Venice Golf and Country Club, Dining & Golf
250 Venice Golf Club Dr., Venice
(Golf – must be made by General Manager at least
three days in advance )
★ The Oaks Club, Dining Only
301 MacEwen Drive, Osprey
★ Venetian Golf & River Club, Dining & Golf
105 Pesaro Drive, North Venice
Reservations: 441-2228 / Golf 441-2294
★
VYC Year Round Reciprocal
★ Jacaranda West Golf and Country Club, Dining
& Golf
1901 Jacaranda Blvd., Venice
Reservations: 493-5010 x221 / Golf: 493-5010 x223
Great news for all you boat owners.
The Venice Yacht Club is now a Boat
Owners Association of the United
States (BoatU.S.) cooperating group.
If you are a boat owner, there are
many great benefits to joining this
organization. As a Member of VYC you
can join BoatU.S. for half the normal
rate. If you are already a member, just
notify BoatU.S. when you renew. The
participating group number is GA82624Y. You can get more
information and sign up online at BoatU.S.com.
Now that it is July, it is time to seriously think about
hurricane season. If you have a boat at the Club, there are
certain procedures that you should be aware of to protect your
boat and the boats around you from damage. Of course, even
if you keep your boat somewhere else, the same preparedness
is applicable. There is a hurricane preparedness form that has
been prepared for you and is available at the Dockmaster’s
office. The form lists the things you should do and other
suggestions for protecting your boat from damage. One of the
most important things is to have properly sized lines and extra
lines to ensure the boat doesn’t break loose in high winds.
It doesn’t have to be hurricane strength winds to do a lot of
damage to a boat that is not properly tied up.
The June cruise was to the St. Petersburg Yacht Club June
26-29. This is a favorite destination both because of the great
hospitality of the St. Pete Yacht Club and the proximity to
downtown St. Pete. There are lots of opportunities for eating
and shopping.
The July Cruise is to The Field Club July 24 -26. If you
would like to join us, we can be contacted by email: roger529@
comcast.net or phone 770-330-4592. If you would like to be a
cruise leader on this or a future cruise, please give me a call.
If you haven’t been to a Fleet Captains’ Luncheon or it
has been a while, come join us, and yes, the ladies are also
welcome. We meet every Tuesday at 11:30. Please join your
fellow members, both boaters and non-boaters and me, for a
great lunch and casual conversation.
Roger Haviland, Fleet Captain, Power
Ph: (770) 330-4592 • Email: roger529@comcast.net
Fleet Captains’ Lunch
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.
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July 2015
Ladies’ Luncheon
Friday, July 10
at Noon
Venice Theatre will perform a
sneak peak of its 2015 Summer
Stock production of Godspell. This
musical features a comedic troupe
of carnival players who team up
with Jesus to teach his lessons in
a new age -- through parables,
games, laughter, and high energy
song and dance.
Audiences can expect a top-notch,
professional product. Please join us
for this exciting performance and to
enjoy the following menu.
Marinated Grilled Chicken over
Iceberg & Romaine Lettuce with
Candied Pecans & Stone Fruit and
Lemon Tarragon Vinaigrette
Rolls & Butter
Chocolate Cake with Raspberry
Filling & Dark Chocolate Fudge Icing
Coffee, Tea, And Iced Tea
$17.00 pp++
Committee: Doris Guba, Judy Muller, and Polly Skinner.
Call 488-7708 for reservations to set up your own table, or ask to join Lee Hamilton at the Hospitality Table.
Tuesday Night Bingo!
Every Tuesday night, enjoy a
delicious dinner with VYC friends!
Dinner: 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Bingo: 8:00 p.m.
Norm Holloway
Bingo Commissioner
Fleet's Inn
Venice Yacht Club offers two rental units at the
“Fleet’s Inn” next to Higel Park.
Soup and Salad Bar
Choice of Five Entrées
Dessert Bar
$19.00 pp++
DateCaller Host/Hostess
July 7
July 14
July 21
July 28
Rev. Chris Gray Barbara Isaacson
Norman Holloway
Norman Holloway
Norman Holloway
Norman Holloway
Doug Laudenslager
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★ July 4th Bingo!★
Caller is Commodore
Melinda Short
11:45 a.m. - 12:45 p.m.
Benefits VYYCF
Dress Code: Casual - Please make reservation by calling 488-7708
Both units (one upstairs and one down) contain
two bedrooms, two full baths, kitchen facilities,
and access to the swimming pool. There is
convenient parking and other amenities such as
cable TV, Wi-Fi service, and free local telephone
calls. Minimum one week stay.
Please call Chris Romecki to check availability
or to make reservations. 488-7708 Ext. 115
July 2015
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Membership Committee Request
The Committee asks Club members to wear their
name tags as a courtesy to all, especially to our new
and summer members. If you see members who
are not wearing name tags and you don't recognize
them, please introduce yourself and make them feel
welcome. That one small gesture just may be enough
to convince a summer member to join year-round!
Also, all members are reminded of the continuing
$500 reward for sponsoring a new member. If you've
sponsored a summer member who becomes a yearround member, you will still earn the $500 reward.
The reward is given as a credit on your monthly
statement. Remember -- our current members
continue to be the best source of new members!
Don't Forget....
Christmas in July Sale
July 3 and 4
It's Independence Day!
Entrance Fee
$533.93 (tax included)
Monthly Maintenance
$105.93 (tax included)
Six Month Minimum
Spending Requirement
$450.00
Featured Wines of the Month
The Tiki Tribune
VYC Tiki Bar, Venice, FL
Venice Yacht Club is still
taking applications for
Summer Membership
Visit our website at www.veniceyachtclub.com
or contact Lee Hamilton at 497-1857
Sale Hours: Friday: Noon – 4:00 p.m.
Saturday: 11:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Volume 2
(May 1 to October 31)
No.6
For Independence Day this year, our Sertoma Club
has prepared the largest fireworks show that Venice
has ever seen at the South Jetty. The best place to
enjoy this event is at your Tiki Bar. Come early to
claim your spot and be ready to party for the Ol’ Red
White and BOOM! Come out and check Chef Josh’s
new menu. He brought back some of the old goodies
and added some new dishes for everyone to enjoy!
The Stars and Stripes Colada – OK, everyone, this
is a tough one! Place 7 (because my birthday is the 7th
of this month) ice cubes in your glass and pour ¼ oz
of Blue Curacao into it. Then separately mix a frozen
Piña Colada with Captain Morgan’s Rum. The trick
is to mix this layer very thick. Carefully pour your
frozen Piña Colada on the ICE CUBES not the Blue
Curacao (this will be your second layer). Then again
separately mix a strawberry daiquiri with Captain
Morgan’s. This is your third and top layer. BOOM!!!
Top it off with some whipped cream and a cherry.
Happy 4th of July everyone!
It’s always 5 o’clock at the Tiki…
~ Big John
Bistrot de Provence
Rosé, 2014
A Blend of Cinsault and Grenache, Bistrot de
Provence uses grapes from the very finest
terroirs of Provence. This wine offers up a
zesty, delicate and fruity flavor. Bistrot de
Provence is a superb, slightly tangy rosé with
a pale robe, perfectly served as an aperitif
drink, or with Mediterranean cuisine. With
its lively aromas, floral and fruity bouquet
and silky taste, it is a wonderful go-to wine
for every casual occasion.
Poggio Civetta
Montepulciano D'Abruzzo 2013
This wine is distinctly Italian, medium
bodied, ripe, and easy to drink. It is intensely
fruity, with cherry and blackcurrant flavors
and hints of cloves and earth to give it a
savory kick. Incredibly versatile, this will
pair marvelously with pizza, or Italian cured
meats & hard cheese.
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July 2015
4th of July Celebration
★★★★ Friday, July 3 ★★★★
5:30 – 9:00 p.m.................... Galley Menu - MDR (reservations required)
6:00 – 8:00 p.m.................... Tiki Bar Cookout (Tiki Menu after 8:00 p.m.)
7:00 – 10:00 p.m.................. Music Poolside by RPM Band
★★★ Saturday, July 4 ★★★
All Day......................................Fun on the 22-foot Inflatable Waterslide
11:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. ..........Tiki Menu
11:30 a.m. – 12:45 p.m..........Bingo in the Sunset Room called by our very
own Commodore Melinda Short! A portion of the
proceeds will benefit the Venice Yacht Club
Charitable Foundation.
12:00 Noon..............................Big John’s Famous Dollar Dive!!
1:00 – 2:00 p.m.......................Kids’ games and activities.
2:00 – 3:00 p.m.......................Razzmatazz, an interactive show for people of all
ages. Very entertaining performance filled with
ventriloquist figures, comedy, and magic!
4:00 – 8:00 p.m.......................DJ Brian Pentacost will be playing everyone’s
favorite hits!!
5:00 – 8:00 p.m.......................All American Dinner Buffet:
MDR or Outside Deck:
Bourbon Salmon, Sliders, Cherry Wood
Smoked Chicken, Pulled Pork, Super Blend
Cole Slaw, Potato Salad with Warm Bacon
Dressing, Fruit Salad, Green Salad, Roasted
Vegetables, Gouda Mac-n-Cheese and Baked
Beans
Desserts:
Cookies, Brownies, and Sundae Bar.
8:30 p.m...................................View the Venice Fireworks from the Club or
walk over to the beach for the show! After the
fireworks display, make sure to come to the Tiki
for a nightcap and wait for the traffic to settle down.
July
August/September
2015
2014
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Take a Bite Out of “Shark Week”
July 8 – 11
Chef Josh will be creating shark dishes
starting Wednesday, July 8,
and running through Saturday, July 11.
Call ahead each day
to find out what’s cooking.
Also, July 8 – 11, "Shark Bite" - the drink is
$5.00 all day everyday at the Tiki Bar.
Evening on the Bayou
Saturday, July 18
6:00 p.m.
Come pass a good time.
Join us for a Cajun fais do-do.
Don’t miss the big fun on the bayou!
~ Menu ~
Hors d’oeuvres
Fried Oysters
Cheese Display
Andouille Sausage-Okra Stuffed Mushrooms
Buffet
Bayou Salad
Blackened Catfish with Corn Relish
Bourbon Chicken
Hickory Smoked Ham
Vegetarian Jambalaya
Roasted New Potatoes with Onions & Peppers
Green Beans Almondine
Collard Greens
$24.95 pp++
Hosted by Jerry and Katie Bullano and the Entertainment Committee
Please call 488-7708 for reservations.
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I am pleased to report that your Venice Yacht Club
Charitable Foundation Committee made the following
grant awards at our meeting on May 20:
Venice Theatre:
student scholarship assistance........................ $1,000
VYBA:
scholarships for needy children...........................$500
SKY Family YMCA:
low income family scholarships.........................$1,500
Pregnancy Care Center:
car seats, intermediate size...................................$750
Englewood Community Care:
patient chairs...........................................................$450
Lighthouse of Manasota:
desktop PCs for visually impaired......................$1,400
Rotary Futures College Resource Center:
table for 10 at yearly fund raiser........................$1,500
Our Mother’s House:
credit counseling for residents.............................$500
Center for Building Hope:
family members to attend camp
for children with cancer.........................................$500
Interfaith Outreach:
sack lunches for Center of Hope.......................$1,000
Safe Place & Rape Crisis Center:
emergency center operating expenses............$1,500
Mental Health Community Centers:
services to adults with mental illness..................$500
Laurel Civic Association:
homework assistance program
(program assistants)............................................$2,000
Total:.......................................................................$13,100
I am also pleased to report that our Foundation
received a special $5,000 grant from a club member to
establish the Venice Community Support Fund. This fund
will be restricted to making grants to those groups within
the Venice community that make our community more
enjoyable and a place where we are proud to live. It is
likely that some of the grant recipients from these funds
will be organizations that previously were included in
the general operating budget. The Yacht Club Board and
our Committee felt it would be more appropriate to have
gifts that are charitable in nature be handled through the
VYCCF. This is a new fund, and our Committee will
discuss how best to administer the fund and process
grants.
Respectfully submitted,
Wayne Hall, Chair
July 2015
Gourmet Burgers
and Brews
Thursday, July 9
from 5:30 to 9:00 p.m.
***BURGERS***
All burgers are grilled to order and served with your choice of
house-made fresh French fries.
Bison Burger....... $14
Fresh Ground Bison grilled to order and topped with caramelized onion and
smoked Gouda cheese served on a toasted onion kaiser roll
French Burger....... $13
This one is topped with duck fat confit, sautéed onion, and gruyere cheese
Salmon Burger....... $14
Grilled salmon fillet with dill aioli, peppery arugula, cucumber,
and pickled onion relish
Mediterranean Burger....... $13
Olive tapenade, feta cheese, tzatziki mayo, and baby spinach
All American Bacon Cheeseburger....... $11
Simply crispy applewood smoked bacon and American cheese
***If you prefer, you can substitute a
grilled chicken breast for any of our gourmet burgers.
~ Beer Specials ~
INTERNATIONAL ORDER
OF THE BLUE GAVEL
I want to thank everyone who attended the Blessing
of the Fleet and the Retreat Ceremony. So many
wonderful men and women gave their lives to defend
our freedom of life; it was good to honor them over
Memorial Day weekend. Thank you especially to four
of the gentlemen who attended the ceremony: Loomis
Hales, age 98, John Dexter (96), Stuart Hamilton (94),
and John Schultz (93).
I was remiss in not mentioning the following. It is a
little known fact about World War II that a Cadet Nurse
Corps was formed in 1943 to train young women as
nurses. In exchange for her education, each nurse was
to serve in any military hospital in the U.S. or overseas.
Of the 116,717 nurses in this program, two are members
of VYC and have full veteran status. They are Second
Lieutenants Edi Crelin and Jean McLaughlin. When
you see these wonderful women, give them a salute and
a thumbs-up.
P/C Joe Dombrowski
President, VYC Chapter of IOBG
July 2015
www.veniceyouthboating.com
Bryan White is named VYBA Interim Sailing
Program Director
Bryan grew up and lives in
Nokomis. Long associated
with VYBA, he learned to sail
here. Bryan is a graduate of the
University of South Florida
and sailed on the USF sailing
team. He is very experienced
in teaching and coaching
youngsters in sailing. He was a
summer coach at the Newport
Harbor Yacht Club, Newport Beach, California, during
college summers, and he has been a frequent substitute
coach at the VYBA!
Our summer programs are in progress!
We offer beginning and intermediate classes for boys
and girls, ages 9-12, in our Optis, and for ages 13-18 in
our Club 420s (2 person sailboats). Classes have filled
rapidly, but openings are still available in both boat
classes this summer.
Please visit our website or contact VYBA at 468-1719
for more information.
“Birthday Wishes From
Venice Yacht Club”
Sometime during the month of your birthday,
stop by the Club on a Saturday evening when
we are offering regular dinner and enjoy a
complimentary entrée on the Club.
Just the Club’s way of saying Happy
Birthday and many thanks for being a
member of VYC.
***Not valid for special events,
parties or promotions.
***Reservations please. Call 488-7708
“Cloak and Dagger”
Read this issue of the
Currents carefully to see
if we've hidden your
membership number in it.
If you locate your number
and come forward by
July 15, you'll receive a
complimentary bottle of
our house wine to enjoy
with dinner some evening
at the Club. CHRISTMAS IN JULY SALE
REAL BARGAINS
Friday, July 3, Noon – 4:00 p.m.
Saturday, July 4, 11:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m
Bring all your gently used items such as
holiday or seasonal decorations, puzzles,
books of all types, costume jewelry, DVDs,
dishes, and outside chairs to the Burgee
Store before July 3, to be placed in the sale.
Changing your décor? Tired of the same
old things? Get ready to redecorate all of
your rooms. Come and see the beautiful
things we have to sell, all of them REAL
BARGAINS, July 3-4.
Store Hours:
FRIDAY: 5:30 p.m. ‒ 7:00 p.m.
Committee: Lee Hamilton, Peg Little
and Marge Lukas
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Good Luck!
Contact Jerry Clemens.
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:
vycadmin@veniceyachtclub.com
E-Mail Communications
Currents Deadline
Aug./Sept. Currents Deadline:
Wednesday, July 1
Please send all articles, columns and announcements
for the Currents to vyccurrents@gmail.com.
Late articles will not appear in the next issue.
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Duplicate Bridge
Meets on the first and third Thursdays at 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.
June Wood, Director: 484-1157
Edi Crelin, Co-Director: 408-9654
Progressive Bridge
Progressive Bridge is for all Venice Yacht Club players
and their guests. Please call the Club to make reservations
for Bridge and lunch. If you are unable to play, please call
in your cancellation by Wednesday noon.
We are a fun, light-hearted and eclectic party of players.
We look forward to seeing you. We meet the second and
fourth Thursdays of the month.
You must have reservations to play.
Mamie Bennett, Chair: 488-6192
Leah Grootwassink, Assistant: 488-7073
Ladies’ Bridge
We meet the first and third Tuesday of every month at 11:30
for registration, followed by lunch at noon and bridge at
1:00. Please call the hostess at the Club for reservations
at least one day in advance.
Polly Gates, Chair: (303) 840-2029
Sandy O'Donnell, Asst. Chair: 441-8153
Mah Jongg!
Come join us every Thursday from
9:00 a.m. until 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 $9.00.
To register, call
Michele Wertheimer at 275-9692.
July 2015
Florida Council of Yacht Clubs
I attended my first FCYC meeting as your VYC
Representative at Captiva Island Yacht Club May
15-17. Friday evening began with a casual Happy
Hour on the beach under a large tent and continued
inside with a delicious buffet in the Clubhouse. On
Saturday, I attended the Directors’ luncheon meeting
and later that evening enjoyed a fabulous Surf 'n'Turf
dinner. The evening culminated with dancing at
'Tween Waters. I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks to the staff and
members of the Captiva Island Yacht Club for their hospitality.
At the Directors’ meeting, Commodore Smith reported that cabin rates
for the upcoming FCYC West Coast Cruise have been lowered and the
shipboard credits have been increased. More details are available on the
FCYC website: www.floridacouncilofyachtclubs.com.
V/C Jack Burwell reported brisk sales of the FCYC pins. These pins are
selling at $3.00 each or 10 for $20.00.
R/C Audrey Rice updated the recent Government Affairs Report from
Johnson & Blanton. Legislative work on derelict boats and anchoring
restrictions did not make it out of committee before the recess. It may be
addressed in the next regular session.
Treasurer Jack Kindsvater reported that the financials are in good shape
and that dues had been received from all 36 Clubs. He urged all Clubs to
purchase the Cruising Guides at a 25% savings if you buy 24 or more guides.
FYI:
1. Royal Palm Yacht & Country Club reported that construction
is ongoing and should be completed by fall. Limited dock space is
available.
2. Pelican Island Yacht Club announced that the pass from the Gulf
is open and a maintenance dredge will begin next month.
3. Bradenton Yacht Club has a new Pool Bar and Tiki Hut.
4. Eau Gallie Yacht Club has expanded the outside dining and
fire pit area.
5. Vero Beach Yacht Club announced that their remodeled bar is
now open.
Tampa Yacht & Country Club will host the July 2015 meeting. The Marina is
closed for renovations. However, one of the docks, as well as the Clubhouse,
will be open for business.
Capt. “Turk” Hemseri, FCYC Director, Phone: 445-2050
Joy Club
Members Wanted
★ Learn to sail on Joy, a 33 foot Ranger.
★ Take friends and family sailing in the Gulf.
★ See the wildlife and beautiful sunsets.
★ Join the VSS races and VYC cruises.
★ Have fun.
For more information, contact
Fleet Captain-Sail, Shaun Graser
July 2015
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Thank you for continuing to support our sponsors
who help offset the cost of this newsletter!
Our mission is to help our clients reach financial goals through the
financial planning process and the implementation of a long term plan.
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July 2015
Thank you for continuing to support our sponsors who help offset the cost of this newsletter!
July
August/September
2015
2014
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Thank you for continuing to support our sponsors who help offset the cost of this newsletter!
HORIZON BUILDERS
KERRY CARPER
Owner / Operator Since 1994
Serving Sarasota, Manatee and Charlotte Counties
(941) 809-9292
kerry@horizonbuilds.com
Remodels - Additions - New Construction
www.horizonbuilds.com
License - CGC 058537
Sunday
M
Tuesday
Cruise cont...
• Fleet Captains’ Luncheon
• Bingo
• ½ Priced Drinks
2728
• Ladies Bridge
• Finance Mtg. 5:30pm
• Bingo
• Pasta & ½ Priced
Drinks
• Jim Gilmour/MDR
29
Drinks
• Jim Gilmour/MDR
22
• Membership Mtg.
3:30pm
Drinks
• Jim Gilmour/MDR
15
• Entertainment Mtg.
4:45pm
Drinks
• Jim Gilmour/MDR
• Mah Jongg 9:00am
• BOD Mtg. 6:00pm
30
• Mah Jongg 9am
• Progressive Bridge
23
• Mah Jongg 9am
• Duplicate Bridge
16
• Progressive Bridge
• Kayak Outing 4:00pm
• House Mtg. 5:00pm
• Gourmet Burgers
9
• Mah Jongg 9am
• Galley Night
• John McCormick/Tiki
31
• Wine & Dine
25
• Evening on the Bayou
18
• Wine & Dine
11
Cruise to Field Club
• Galley Night
• Rob Satori/MDR
24
• Galley Night
• Brown Suga/Tiki
17
• Ladies Luncheon
• Galley Night
• EZ Street/MDR
10
• 4th of July
• Christmas in July
11:30am-4:00pm
• DJ/Tiki
• Christmas in July
Noon-4:00pm
• RPM/Tiki
• Mah Jongg 9am
• Duplicate Bridge
• Sailors’ Table
Drinks
• Jim Gilmour/MDR
8
4
Independence Day!
Saturday
3
Friday
2
Thursday
1
Wednesday
Editor: Beth Anderson
Graphics: Michael Frank
• Sunday a la Carte
10:00am-1:30pm
• Club Closes Inside 2pm
26
10:00am-1:30pm
20 21
• Marina Mtg. 4:00pm
• Bingo
13 14
• Ladies’ Bridge
& Kayak Table
• Bingo
6 7
Club Closed
19
10:00am-1:30pm
12
10:00am-1:30pm
5
July 2015
1330 Tarpon Center Drive • Venice, Florida 34285
Phone 488-7708
Venice Yacht Club, Inc.
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
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July 2015
Change of Watch
Where in the World?
Please visit our website at www.veniceyachtclub.com in the Member’s Area for more pictures.
VENICE YACHT CLUB, INC.
1330 TARPON CENTER DRIVE
VENICE, FLORIDA 34285
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VYC Coming Events
Hours of Operation
August 2015
7........Ladies’ Luncheon
15......Hawaiian Luau
September 2015
7........Labor Day
8........Club Closes
22......Club Re-opens
October 2015
10......Mel’s Diner
22......Ladies’ Night Out
Main Dining Room and Pearson’s Cove
Lunch
Open Tuesday through Saturday:
11:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Dinner - Main Dining Room
Tuesday and Thursday: 5:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Wednesday and Friday: 5:30 - 9:00 p.m.
Saturday: 5:30 - 9:00 p.m.
Sunday: 10:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Main Bar
Tuesday through Saturday: Opens at 11:30 a.m.
Sunday: Noon - 2:00 p.m.
Summer Dress Code
May 1 to October 31
Lunch
Tuesday to Saturday: Shorts permitted
Sunday: Casual
Main Dining Room Dinner
Tuesday to Friday: Shorts permitted
Saturday and Sunday: Casual
Main Bar and Pearson’s Cove
(All day, year round)
Tuesday to Sunday: Shorts Permitted
Tiki Bar
(All day, year round)
Bathing attire permitted.
Tiki Bar
(weather permitting)
Tuesday and Thursday: 11:30 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Wednesday and 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.

VYC July 4th Weekend Celebration

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