photo courtesy of bob senn summer - … · fire boat. unfortunately, the event was lightly attended...

Photo courtesy of Bob Senn

SUMMER

Please visit our website at www.veniceyachtclub.com in the Member’s Area for more pictures.

Dave & Diane Blake

June Tea Ladies' Luncheon

Thank you, Membership Sponsors

Jerry & Kathie Bullano

WELCOME NEW MEMBERS

Blessing of the Fleet

Nautical Piano Bar

Wreath Ceremony

May Art Ladies' Luncheon June Tea Ladies' Luncheon

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VENICE YACHT CLUB CURRENTS July 2018

What’s InsideVYC Wine Club ................................................. 5

Boating News ........................................... 5, 6, 7

VYCCF .............................................................. 8

VYCCF August Blues Bistro Benefit ................. 9

Ladies' Luncheon ........................................... 10

Christmas in July ............................................ 11

Bingo & Buffet ................................................ 11

July 4th Celebration ....................................... 12

Light Up the Night Party ................................. 13

FCYC .............................................................. 14

IOBG ............................................................... 14

VYBA .............................................................. 15

Summer Membership ..................................... 15

Officers/ Directors 2018Commodore ............................................Gus OlsonVice Commodore .......................... Roger HavilandRear Commodore ........................... Kitch KeitchenTreasurer ....................................... Roger HavilandSecretary ................................................Pete FazioFleet Captain Power ........................... Lloyd AbbotAsst. Fleet Captain Power ................Steve JohnsonFleet Captain Sail ..................................Bill GatelyAsst. Fleet Captain Sail .................... Bob EppingerFleet Surgeon ..............................Dr. Kevin ScheidFleet Chaplain ...............................Rev. Chris Gray

Board of DirectorsDirector Ex-Officio ........................... Kerry CarperDirectors 2021 ..................................... Joan Bowen Pete Fazio Beth PielDirectors 2020 .................................. Turk Hemseri Kitch KeitchenDirectors 2019 ................................... Jerry Bullano Joe Fanciulli Karen Sheppard

Membership Committee ReportMay 2018

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E-Mail Communications

August/September Currents Deadline: Friday, June 29

Please send all articles, columns, and announcements for the Currents to

[email protected] articles will not appear in the next issue.

To RegularDavid & Diane Blake

To Regular from SingleDavid De Marco & Karen Baker

Karen Sheppard & Mark Caponette

2018 COMMITTEEKathie Bullano—Chairman

Jerry Bullano—Board Rep., Tammy Carper, P/C Bill Dowling, Bill Gately—Special Projects, Lee

Hamilton, Dick Lawson, Betty Link, Rocky McCutcheon, Chris Romecki—Staff Liaison,

Laura Smith, Melissa Wall—Special Projects.

In Loving MemoryThe 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

We will miss you.Marie Kraft

Neil Bobroff & Maureen Stewart

Sean & Tessa DonovanBarry & Yavonne Dorsey

Tony & Renee FentonJim & Kriscie Fralin

Michael HuskeyLarry & Jessica LawmanMarty & Cindy MogfordDave & Rosanne RustSteve & Kathy Sasher

Tucker SchmalScott & Tari Waite

To Summer



Commodore’s Comments Welcome to our summer season! Since May 1, your membership committee has been hard at work signing up new summer members. At the time of this writing, we’ve signed up 21 families and we’re looking forward to signing up more in June. For Wednesday, the 4th of July, we look forward to seeing you poolside for frolicking fun, dancing to the DJ,

eating the delicious buffet prepared by Chef Josh, and for viewing the fireworks, either at the Club in the Sunset Room or on the beach, later in the evening. A long-time summer tradition for VYC is hosting the Venice Theatre Summer Stock for the July Ladies’ Luncheon. You don’t want to miss seeing the VT Summer Stock performing a vignette from “Into the Woods,” hosted by Doris Guba and Polly Skinner on Friday, July 13. Tammy and P/C Kerry Carper and Cora Wright have an exciting evening planned for the Light Up the Night Party on Saturday, July 21, featuring the Big Night Out dance band. Big Night Out is a six-piece tropical style dance band from Sarasota featuring Tropical, Latin, Motown and Funk dance music. Light up the night means lots of specialty lighting to enhance the look and feel of the evening. Plan to join us for an evening of delicious food, and lively entertainment with rockin' horns, a pulsating percussion and great vocals.

I would like to thank all of the members who came to the Club on Sunday, May 27, to take part in the Blessing of the Fleet at the Docks (officiated by our Fleet Chaplain Chris Gray) and the Retreat Ceremony held in the clubhouse. The International Order of the Blue Gavel (IOBG), led by P/C Melinda Short, held the retreat ceremony that recognized members who had passed this year. Our fellow member Tamara Graham sang a very moving rendition of the “Star Spangled Banner.” I would also like to thank our Fleet Captain Team (Lloyd Abbot, Bill Gately, Bob Eppinger and Steve Johnson) for planning our Blessing of the Fleet Parade. Even though Alberto prevented us from having that event, many hours were spent in preparation. We now have a great plan put together, that can be used for years to come. On a final note, our Fleet Captain Team also put together an outstanding event focused on Boat Safety on May 16 with the Venice Fire Department. The program covered an introduction to CPR, proper steps in operating a fire extinguisher, man overboard rescue procedures and an introduction to the VFD fire boat. Unfortunately, the event was lightly attended by our membership. We’re looking at having this event in the fall so our snowbirds can attend. Keep your eyes open for future announcements on this wonderful event.See you at the Club. Gus Olson, Commodore

Manager’s Column Last month, I shared with you

the timeline for the various projects scheduled for this summer. At this point, we are still on schedule. I am now able to give you a date for the resurfacing of the parking lot. That work will begin on Thursday, September 13, and finish by Monday, the 17th. This is in time for our reopening on Wednesday, September 19. This is a big project involving the

removal of the old top surface and replacing it with new and then restriping, etc. Should look great when it is finished. The revised 2018 VYC Rosters should be finished and ready for pickup from Sue at the front desk. Sorry for the delay. The Fourth of July is one of our top five busiest days of the year. Hopefully, the weather will be more cooperative than it was with Memorial Day. We do ask that you please call ahead and make a reservation. This is NOT for the purpose of saving you a specific seat or table. It is simply to give us some idea of how many guests to expect so we can staff appropriately and purchase and prepare food adequately.

Also, we will not be accepting credit cards that day. Once again this year, we will be closing for two weeks starting the day after Labor Day. We will reopen for business as usual on Wednesday, September 19. This allows us to do some big projects we cannot do while the Club is open. This year, in addition to the resurfacing of the parking lot, we plan to replace the insulation around the duct work for the Main Dining Room and maybe the Main Bar and have the pavers professionally cleaned and resealed. We also clean every chair and all of the carpeting. We inventory flatware, china and glassware so we can order replacements to get ready for the coming season. While we are closed, please take advantage of the multiple other clubs that have reciprocal arrangements with us. If you need info on those clubs give us a call. Finally, please call ahead for reservations whenever you plan to dine at the Club. This simply allows us to be better prepared to take care of you when you arrive. Also, if you need to have a meeting at the Club...same thing, please call ahead. Fair winds and following seas.Jerry Clemens, Club Manager


July 2018 VENICE YACHT CLUB CURRENTS

VYC Kayak Group

Enjoying the VYC Tiki after paddling the three bays

July ActivitiesTuesday, July 10, 11:30 a.m. Kayak Table this month on the second Tuesday. Join us at Fleet Captains’ Luncheon to meet other kayakers and plan additional outings.Wednesday, July 18, 9:30 a.m. Paddle to Midnight Pass. We’ll launch from Evie’s at Spanish Point, Osprey, and paddle the short distance to Midnight Pass for a dip in the Gulf. There will be time to swim, walk the beach of Siesta Key or Casey Key, lounge, or explore the mangroves of Jim Neville Preserve. Then enjoy lunch at Evie’s. Please contact Beth (below) for assistance with transportation and to reserve for lunch.Call or text Nancy Simonetti at 486-8166 or Beth Anderson at 685-8065 for group info and to be added to our email contact list.

TIKI RESERVATIONS

In an effort to be better prepared for member usage of the Club in general and the Tiki specifically, we are now

accepting reservations for tables at the Tiki. Reservations are limited to tables of eight or more, and for the lower patio area

only. Please contact Sue or Melody at the front desk to place your reservation: 488-7708

Front: Hank Hankins & Dixie Griffin, Rose Stabile, Susan Hyland, Sally & Joe Terranova, Sandy O’Donnell, Chris Evering, Lynne Colyer, Ruth Sjursen with Wine Club Burgee, and Luan & Randy Ryder with VYC Burgee.Row 2: Lou Stabile, Mark Hyland, Beth Piel, Bill Masser, Paul McLain, Hank Evering, Rob Colyer, John O’Donnell, Arnie Sjursen, Debbie Masser, Ann McLain, and P/C Bob Piel.

Last month, the Currents featured the Cruising Fleet on the cover. Now it’s time to salute the VYC Wine Club, a group of 120 members who know how to have a good time sharing their love of wine. Locally, they enjoy wine tastings, winemaker events, and their signature “Sipping at Sunset” gatherings. Plus, they venture as a group to California for wine tours. Along with tasting fine wines, these oenophiles lend support to the VYC Charitable Foundation, and they contribute items to the Club such as glassware, dinnerware, wine coolers, and tiki tables and chairs. The Wine Club has devised its own burgee and recently unfurled it and the VYC burgee at some California wineries. When you see these members at the Club, be sure to ask them about their activities. Membership in the group opens each January. Contact P/C Bob Piel at 497-2719 for details.

VYC Wine Club


July 2018

Sailors’ TableThursday, July 5

Sailors’ Table is normally held on the first Thursday of each month. We gather for drinks at the Main Bar at 6:00 p.m.

and dinner at 7:00 p.m.Come join us and enjoy the banter

and sail talk. **Please call 488-7708 to reserve.**

For more info, contact Bill Gately at 244-2505

Message from the Fleet Captain Sail We are on Cape Cod now, June 1, 2018, after a very moving Memorial Ceremony last Sunday at the Yacht Club. We lost a sailing buddy this past year, who was appropriately commemorated. However, others lost so much more. I was happy to learn that Commodore Olson had rescheduled for the following

weekend the on-the-water Wreath Ceremony in honor of our departed Yacht Club members. I was there in spirit while my boat, S/V Fruition, participated under the very able command of her crew.

On the sunny drive home from that Memorial Ceremony, as I worried what I would write about this month, there appeared a rainbow in the clouds off to the east. I could see that there were only seven colors in that rainbow, but look at what else God has done with them (left).

After seeing that rainbow and discovering the above photo, I realized there is nothing important that I could say this month, so I decided to let others say it for me:

☺Be a rainbow in someone else’s cloud. ~ Maya Angelou☺Don't be yourself — be someone nicer.☺Never miss an opportunity to make others happy, even if you must leave them alone in order to do it.☺Today I bent the truth to be kind, and I have no regret, for I

am far surer of what is kind than I am of what is true. ~ Robert Brault☺Today, give a stranger one of your smiles. It might be the

only sunshine he or she sees all day.☺Love your enemies. It will confuse them greatly.☺Never look down on anyone unless you are helping them up.☺By swallowing evil words unsaid, no one has ever harmed

his stomach. ~ Winston Churchill☺Don't wait for people to be friendly. Show them how. ~ Henry James☺It's nice to be important but it's more important to be nice.☺We have two ears and one mouth so that we can listen twice

as much as we speak. ~ Epictetus☺You are not judged by the height you have risen, but from the

depth you have climbed. ~ Frederick Douglass

And in case the scurvy crew of Fruition thinks that I may be losing my touch, let me add the following quote:

☺Beer is God’s way of letting us know that He loves us and He wants us to be happy. ~ Benjamin Franklin

Happy Fourth of July!Bill Gately, Fleet Captain Sail

Need a USCG Vessel Exam?

Roy Lee, a member and fellow boat owner, is a USCG approved Vessel Examiner. Send him an email, text

him, or give him a call to schedule an exam:

[email protected] • (505-796-2574)

The""Joy" ClubIf you would like to introduce your guests, children, and grandchildren to sailing on the Gulf of Mexico, or even motoring Roberts Bay and the Intracoastal from Venice to Sarasota or Lemon Bay, we have a very practical way for you to

do so. Consider joining the Joy Sailing Club. We have a limited number of openings available, and our members have access to the Club’s beautiful 33-foot Ranger auxiliary sloop for their sailing and/or motoring pleasure. Always ready, always clean and always fun.

Contact Bill Gately, Fleet Captain Sail, at (617) 240-2223 for inquiries.



Message from the Fleet Captain PowerBoating Safety – Our inaugural Boating Safety Field Day was conducted in May by the Venice Fire Department, and provided a rare and valuable opportunity to experience “hands on” training in fighting boat fires, retrieving a person from the water, administering “hands only” CPR, and taking a ride in the

Department’s magnificent new fire boat, complete with a demonstration of its firefighting capabilities. Photos of all activities may be viewed at the Cruisers’ Corner of the VYC website. A survey will be conducted to gauge interest in offering another safety field day in the fall. Look for details in upcoming editions of the Currents.Summer Cruising – As you know, the summer months afford a great opportunity for “freestyle” cruises to destinations near and far. The process is simple: decide on an itinerary, invite friends if you so desire, and go for it!! The Fleet Captain Team would appreciate receiving a short trip report and a few photos which will be posted on the Cruisers’ Corner for the benefit and enjoyment of your fellow cruisers.Nautical Trivia – Congratulations to Joan Bowen, who provided an excellent description of “Roapyarn Sunday,” (the summary displayed in the left column of this page).Question for July: Name the masts of a seven masted ship from bow to stern.E-mail responses to me at [email protected] by July 4. Names of members providing the best responses will be announced in the August edition of the Currents.Be safe out there, and we’ll see you on the water!!Lloyd Abbot, Fleet Captain Power

VYC 2018 CRUISE SCHEDULEDATE DESTINATION TRIP LEADER

Jun — Sept Freestyle Oct 19-21 South Seas Hanna Nov 9-11 Sarasota YC TBD Dec 31-1/1/19 VYC Boat-In TBD

Did You Know?Personal Flotation Device - (PFD)

You are required to carry at least one Coast Guard-approved wearable life jacket (personal flotation device-PFD) of suitable size for each person on board your boat. They must be readily accessible. If your vessel is 16 feet or longer, except for kayaks and canoes, you must have at least one Type IV PFD (throwable) on board, and it must be readily accessible.

Did You Know?Distress Signals

Recreational boats 16 feet or longer must carry visual distress signals at all times on coastal waters. There are some exemptions like sailboats less than 26 feet without engines. If you choose pyrotechnic devices, you need at least three signals for day use and at least three signals for night use.

October 19-21

It’s not too early to sign up for this VYC Cruise south to beautiful Captiva Island. First-rate facilities and access to world-class resort amenities are available to South Seas marina guests. Dock your boat and explore all that the resort has to offer. Please contact trip leaders John and Bobbie Hanna for more info and to reserve. Email them at [email protected] or phone them at 486-1767.

South Seas Island Resort

Nautical Trivia Answer Congratulations to Joan Bowen, who provided the following outstanding, slightly edited response for June’s term, "Ropeyarn Sunday.” It was the day the tailor boarded the sailing ship in port and the crew knocked off early, broke out rope yarn, and mended clothes and hammocks. It usually occurred on Wednesday, and was much like a current day Sunday, allowing an afternoon of rest from usual chores, thus dubbed "rope yarn Sunday.” Today the uniforms require less attention and rope yarn Sunday has been changed to liberty or time to catch up on sleep.


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Summer 2018… For the VYCCF there is no “time off”-- just another season to chart a course to a better community!

While most of us think about summer in Venice as a slower and quieter time on the Gulf Coast, I would ask you to “think again.” At the halfway point of 2018, your generosity and our Foundation Grants are swinging into action to ensure there is no “down time” in caring.Here are some examples:• In our Spring Grant Cycle, we provided a grant to the All Faiths Food Bank Summer Lunch Program. The local goal is to feed 40,000 young people who lose their school lunch programs the last day of school. Much of this food will be delivered in the Sprout Truck that our Foundation helped to fund three years ago. • A Spring Grant to the SKY Family YMCA provides scholarships to young families as the Y embarks on the Sunshine Education Academy. Approximately 250 children of working families that are financially at risk will receive safe day care, educational enrichment to improve their readiness for the new school year, and nutritious breakfasts and lunches so that hunger is not an inhibitor to learning and thriving. Without this ground-breaking program, young working parents would be unable to afford a safe, nurturing environment while they work. • Working with the Boys and Girls Club of Venice we are providing 10 youth sailing scholarships for use at the VYBA. Without these scholarships, the valuable lessons of teamwork, leadership, and sailing life-skills would be out of their reach financially. We often lament the loss of character building moments for our youth, but with opportunities like this, we take a positive step forward.

• Teaming with the Venice Art Center, young people nominated by the Venice area schools will attend art classes this summer. Our scholarship grant removes financial barriers to the visual arts and who knows, we may be sponsoring the next Monet.This is just a sample of the never-ending impact your generosity provides through our Foundation. I hope you all have a wonderfully rewarding summer.Respectfully submitted, Don Healy, Chair

VYCCF Committee: Chair Don Healy, Treasurer John O'Donnell, Commodore Gus Olson,

Lloyd Abbot, Joan Bowen (Board Rep), P/C Kerry Carper, Kevin Collins,

P/C Joe Dombrowski, P/C Merle Graser, P/C Dick & Doris Guba, Babs Healy, Sylvia Hollister,

Barbara Isaacson, Noni Lavelle, Warren Major, Paul Nasipak, Michael Nemser, Beth Piel, Dave Slaman, Ann Van Cott, Bill Walker

For more information, please visit our website at: https://www.veniceyachtclub.com/vyccf.php

New Member Sponsor IncentiveWould you like to receive a $500 CREDIT on your Club account? That’s exactly what any member who sponsors a

new Regular, Single, or Intermediate Member will receive! There is no limit on the number of times you receive this credit. Additionally, the member who sponsors the most new members as of December 31 will receive dinner for two with a bottle of wine. Please call the Club for more information at 488-7708.

Birthday Wishes from The Venice Yacht Club

Sometime during the month of your birthday, stop by the Club on a Thursday or Saturday evening when we are offering regular dinner and enjoy a complimentary entrée. Call 488-7708 to reserve.

Not valid for special events, parties, or promotions.No splitting of free entrée, please.

***Reservations please. Call 488-7708***

MARINA SLIP ASSIGNMENTSA REMINDER TO ALL MEMBERS

VISITING THE CLUB BY BOATAll slip assignments are made by the Dockmaster, regardless of timeframe

or length of stay. As a courtesy to others, please contact the

Dockmaster, prior to your arrival at the Club, to obtain your assignment.



Blues Bistro Benefit… an Evening of Fine Music in Support of the

“N-VEST: Nutrition, Veterans, Education, ShelTer … investing in our Community”

THURSDAY, AUGUST 2 - 6:00–9:30 p.m. in the Main Dining Room

A Special Menu and Music that will make you want to Sing & Dance!There will be a fun Auction to Benefit the

VYC Charitable Foundation.

Small Plates:$7- $15

Fried Green Tomatoes

Andouille Mango Chicken

Bayou Bruschetta Soft Shell Crab

SlidersEntrees:

$21.95 - $23.95Shrimp N Grits

Bourbon Glaze Pork TenderloinDessert:

Bourbon Pecan Bitesfeaturing vocalist REBECCA BIRD

Please call 488-7708 for Reservations



Venice Theatre Ladies’ Luncheon

Hosted by Doris Guba and Polly SkinnerPlease call 488-7708 to set up your own table or ask to be seated at the Hostess Table with Rita Polansky and Lee Hamilton.

Don’t forget to mention your choice of entrée.

Friday, July 13, at noon

~ Luncheon Menu ~Choose one entrée and give your selection to receptionist when you call to reserve:

Chicken à la King vol au ventorFresh Dill and Lemon Pepper Poached Salmon over fresh Mediterranean olive and tomato salad with fresh pesto aioli

Cinnamon Glazed PeachesRolls and ButterA Delicious Duo of Chocolate Ganache Cake and Lemon Sorbet presented on a layer of fresh fruitCoffee, Tea, and Iced Tea

$19.00++

Venice Theatre will perform a short preview of its 2018 Summer Stock production of Stephen Sondheim’s INTO THE WOODS. Summer Stock is a musical theatre “boot camp” geared to high school and college students planning to move into the professional world of theatre.

From Director/Choreographer Brad Wages: "And they all lived happily ever after!"

Or, did they?

INTO THE WOODS, by Stephen Sondheim, introduces the audience to some of the most beloved fairy tale characters of all time including Cinderella, the Prince, Little Red Riding Hood, the Wolf, Jack and the Giant, and many more. Throughout the first act, we witness their innermost dreams and aspirations as their lives are entangled in the woods. Each seems to get their wish for happiness. However, in the brilliant second act, reality hits. Lies, deceit, infidelity, murder, and self-preservation are some of the themes and events that our fairy tale characters encounter. True life lessons are explored and evaluated in both the humorous and haunting melodies of Sondheim's music. Winner of numerous Tony Awards and made into a hit movie, INTO THE WOODS is a playful, colorful, and thought-provoking look at the price of "Happily Ever After.”



Featured Wines of the Month19 CRIMESChardonnay ~ South Eastern AustraliaBold and strong in character. This deep rich and golden Chardonnay is filled with stone fruit aromas and a sweet textured palate. The criminally intense toasty oak notes have hints of butterscotch and honey balanced with layers of ripe fruit. This full bodied, powerful wine finishes with rich notes of butter and vanilla.GLASS: $7.50 BOTTLE: $28.00

19 CRIMESCabernet Sauvignon ~ South Eastern AustraliaWonderful paired with a scheme for an evening’s escape, this wine conjures up red currants, dark berries and sweet vanilla oak in a passing smell. Caramel lurks in the back. Firm cabernet tannins and red fruits let the flavor linger after each sip.GLASS: $7.50 BOTTLE: $28.00

Each month, the Featured Wines are available by the glass and the bottle.

Tuesday Night Bingo & Buffet

Norm HollowayBingo Commissioner

Every Tuesday night, enjoy a delicious dinner with VYC friends.

Buffet: 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.Bingo: 8:00 p.m.

The buffet includes a carving station, two other hot entrées, fresh vegetables, soup, salad and dessert.

$19.95++

Dress Code: Casual - Please make reservation by calling 488-7708

Happy Hour 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.

Half Price Drinks!!!

3 Norman Holloway Caller 10 Rev. Chris Gray Caller Barbara Isaacson Hostess 17 Tamara Graham Caller 24 Norman Holloway Caller 31 Norman Holloway Caller

Date Caller ~ Host/Hostess

Christmas in JulyWednesday, July 4, and Thursday, July 5

Sale Hours: 11:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Before you store it, sort it!The Burgee Store gals would like your Neat

Repeats, gently worn housewares, and tasteful holiday decorations, for the Christmas

in July sale. Please bring your donations to the Burgee Store now for storage.

Committee: Lee Hamilton, Peg Little, Marge Lukas

VYC CHARITABLE FOUNDATIONSAVE THE DATE

Saturday, October 13: The VYCCF “Comedy Club” Auction. A Wine Grab, a Restaurant Tree, and Silent and Live Auctions all presented within a Comedy Club environment at the VYC. Come laugh, come bid, but most of all come and care about “Charting a Course to a Better Community.” Tickets are $60.00 per person, which includes a $25.00 donation to the VYC Foundation. For reservations call: 488-7708

See You There!



Wednesday, July 4Schedule of Events11:30 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. ...Bingo in Sunset Room

11:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. .....Tiki Menu

NOON – 1:00 p.m. ..........Chalk Drawing and Kids’ Activities

1:00 p.m. ........................Krissy’s Famous Tiki Dollar Dive

2:00 p.m. .........................Ice Cream Sandwiches and Popsicles

2:30 – 3:30 p.m. ..............Kids’ Creative Balloons by “Joe the Balloon Dude”

4:00 – 8:00 p.m. ..............Music by DJ Joe Farren

5:00 - 8:00 p.m.All American Dinner Buffet: Served Indoors – Dining Inside or Out: ★ Assorted Salads ★ Corn on the Cob ★ Baked Beans ★ Mac & Cheese ★ Cayenne and Maple Fried Chicken ★ Coca Cola Pulled Pork ★ Hotdogs ★ HamburgersDessert: ★ Cookies & Brownies

Adults: $21.95++Ages 10 and under: $11.00++Ages 2 and under: Free

** No Credit Cards for this Event**No Reservations, but please call 488-7708 to let a hostess know if you plan to attend the buffet.

8:30 p.m. .........................View Venice Fireworks from the Club or walk over to the beach. After the fireworks display, make sure to come to the Tiki for a nightcap and wait for the traffic to settle down.


July 2018 VENICE YACHT CLUB CURRENTS

Saturday, July 21Join us in the GLOW LOUNGE at 6:00 p.m. for Drinks and Appetizers Sushi Bar, Tropical Fruit, Tortilla Salsa Guacamole Bar with Chips Then dinner and dancing in the Main Dining Room at 7:00 p.m.

Music and Dancing to BIG NIGHT OUTLatin, Island and R&B Dance Music

With rockin’ horns, a pulsating percussion, and great vocals

Committee: Tammy Carper, Sandie O'Donnell, Chris Crites, Antoinette Dowling, Yavonne Dorsey, Samira Easton, April Kidwell, Kim Keitchen, Karla Olson, Maria Pelliccia, Karen Sheppard, Laura Smith, Cora Wright

Please make reservations at 488-7708.

Get your GLOW ON!Dress Code: Casual – wear white or neon bright so you’ll GLOW under the black light!

MENU

Salad Watermelon, Feta and Spinach Salad with Onion and Balsamic Vinaigrette

Entrée Fresh Herb Peppercorn Sliced New York Strip, Grilled Shrimp, Garlic Maitre’d butter--served with Port Wine Mashed Potatoes and Green Beans with Red Peppers

Dessert Flaming Pineapple Upside Down Cake with Coconut Gelato Mousse

$35.00++



The May meeting at Harbour Ridge

Yacht and Country Club was called to order by Commodore George O’Malley. March meeting minutes were approved. Roll call was taken and 34 of 36 Clubs were in attendance.

Committee Reports: Government Affairs—There has been substantial media attention and concern regarding recent Florida East Coast Railway and Brightline high-speed railway deaths. However, it was concluded that more than 23% were due to suicide. The E15 regulations moving through EPA, based upon the Clean Air Act legislation, cite concerns over the negative impact on smaller engines as ethanol has a corrosive effect. Two-stroke engines also run hotter with ethanol. Florida Department of Fish and Wildlife personnel now conduct safety inspections; decals are now valid for five years. Fleet Captain East/West--Numerous clubs are now requiring proof of insurance for transient vessels, so best practice is to carry proof, always have your member club ID card available, and call ahead. Hurricane Preparedness Manuals were given out to all Directors. Speaker David Wilbur, Jr., CPCU, of InsurPro and P/C of Pelican YC, addressed the unique insurance exposures for yacht clubs. If you are interested, I can provide additional copies. The second speaker was Mark Perry from the Florida Oceanographic Society. He gave an interesting presentation about Florida waters, restoration, and flow. Additional information is available at www.floridaocean.org Club Updates:• St. Charles YC- Construction of Floating Docks is finished.• Eau Gallie YC- Outdoor Facility will be rebuilt in August.• Smyrna YC- Clubhouse and Tiki have been completed, 27 outer docks will be rebuilt in August.

Next Meeting is at Carlouel YC, Clearwater, on July 20-22.

Capt. "Turk" Hemseri, FCYC Director Phone: 445-2050

On behalf of the International Order of the Blue Gavel (IOBG), I would like to thank the VYC membership for supporting our 50/50 raffle at the Derby de Mayo party. The winner of the raffle was Nancy Zinn. Nancy has been a member for 31 years and has the honor of being 100 years old. The dollar amount she received was $722.50. Standing next to Nancy is her caregiver, Clare.

A total of $722.50, the balance of the proceeds, was awarded to Chef Josh and the Venice Yacht Club to be used to purchase new serving plates for use at the Club. Respectfully submitted: P/C Melinda Short, President of IOBG, Venice Chapter

Hints from the Hostess:

July 4th Celebration is near. We are not reserving tables for the 4th, but we do want folks to call to tell us they're coming. It helps Chef Josh estimate food requirements and ensures we have staff to provide you the best service.



Visit our website at www.veniceyachtclub.comor contact Lee Hamilton at 497-1857

Venice Yacht Club is taking applications for

(May 1 to October 31, 2018)

Entrance Fee $802.50, including taxes

Monthly Maintenance Fee $105.93,

including taxesSix-month Minimum

Spending Requirement $450.00

LOOKING FOR FRIENDS, FUN, AND FAMILY?JOIN THE VENICE YACHT CLUB!

Please visit our website for information on our summer programs for youth and adults. The July and August dates are listed here.YOUTH SUMMER PROGRAMSPollywogs Session 4: 9:00 a.m.-Noon July 16-July 20 Pollywogs Session 5: 9:00 a.m.-Noon July 23-July 27 Pollywogs Session 6: 9:00 a.m.-Noon July 30-August 3(Ages 6-8)Optimist Advanced Session 2: 9:00 a.m.-Noon July 2-July 13 (no class 7/4) Optimist Advanced Session 3: 1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. July 16-July 27 (Ages 9-14)Club 420 Beginner Session 2: 1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. July 2-July 13 (no class 7/4) Club 420 Advanced Session 1: 1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. July 16-July 27 (Ages 14-18) Beginner Race Session 1: 9:00 a.m.-Noon July 30-August 10 Advanced Race Session 2: 1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. July 30-August 10 (See website for prerequisites) Adventure Sailing Session 2: 1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. July 30-August 3 Adventure Sailing Session 3: 9:00 a.m.-Noon August 6-August 10 (Ages 7-15)High School Sailing Session 1: 1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. August 6-August 10 Please note: Youth courses are either in the morning (9AM-Noon) or the afternoon (1:00 - 4:00 p.m.). Each course runs Mondays-Friday.

ADULT SUMMER LEARN TO SAIL PROGRAMSession 2: July 2-July 18Classes will be held on 7/2, 7/5*, 7/9, 7/11, 7/16, and 7/18.Session 3: July 23-August 8Classes will be held on 7/23, 7/25, 7/30, 8/1, 8/6, and 8/8.*Make-up day for July 4.Please note: Adult courses are 6:00-9:00 p.m. on Mondays and Wednesdays.

www.veniceyouthboating.com

Welcome New MembersFOR OUR NEW MEMBERS: The BURGEE STORE is located to the right of the stairs on the first floor. Come in and LOOK and ENJOY. We are always happy to see you. We enjoy getting

acquainted with our new members.Before you head off for your northern or western summer vacation, stop in to see our new clothing items. We are always getting new items in stock. And remember, this is where you buy your VYC

burgee to take along for “Where in the World is the VYC Burgee?” photos.

SNOWBIRDS AND SUMMER TRAVELERS, we look forward to seeing you again in the fall.

RETURN POLICY: Should you need to return an item, we have a 30-day return policy

in effect. We appreciate your cooperation.STORE HOURS

FRIDAY 5:30 – 7:00 p.m.ALL OTHER DAYS 9:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Committee: Lee Hamilton, Peg Little, and Marge Lukas.



Duplicate BridgeMeets on the first and third Thursdays at noon.

Play begins promptly at 1:00 p.m.The cost is $3.00 pp and you must have a partner.Call 488-7708 for reservations at least one day in

advance. Leah Grootwassink, Director: 488-7073

Barbara Fraser, Director

Ladies’ BridgeWe meet each Tuesday at 11:30 a.m. for

registration, followed by lunch at noon and bridge at 1:00 p.m. Please call the hostess at the

Club for reservations at least one day in advance.Polly Gates, Chair: (303) 840-2029

Progressive BridgeProgressive Bridge is for all Venice Yacht Club

players and their guests. We meet the second and fourth Thursdays of the month. Please call the

Club to reserve for lunch (noon) and bridge (1:00 p.m.) If you are unable to play, please call in

your cancellation by Wednesday noon. You must have reservations to play. Mamie Bennett, Chair: 488-6192

Leah Grootwassink, Assistant: 488-7073

The Bridge Deck

"Cloak and Dagger" Each month, somewhere in the Currents, we will carefully hide one person’s membership number. If you locate your number and come forward by the 15th of this month, you will receive a complimentary bottle of our house wine to enjoy with dinner some evening at the Club. Hints to help you get started:

It will always be four digits. If you have a three digit number, it will be preceded by a zero. It will not be part of any other

sequence of numbers such as a date or phone number.

Remember, you only have until the 15th of the month to contact Jerry to claim your prize.

Good Luck!

VYC Summer Reciprocals

★ Mission Valley Country Club Dining Only 1851 Mission Valley Blvd., Laurel Reservations: 488-9683

★ 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 Reservations: 492-9600 (Golf reservations must be made by General Manager at least 3 days in advance)

★ Venetian River Club Dining & Golf 105 Pesaro Drive, North Venice Reservations: 441-2228 / Golf 441-2294

VYC Year Round Reciprocal

★ Boca Royale Golf and Country Club Dining & Golf 1601 Englewood Road, Englewood Reservations: 475-6464

★ Jacaranda West Golf and Country Club Dining & Golf 1901 Jacaranda Blvd., Venice CLOSED UNTIL OCTOBER 1

Mah Jongg!Come join us every Thursday at 9:00

a.m. for approximately three hours of fun playing Mah Jongg. And for those who

wish to learn, we will teach beginners on the first Thursday of each month at the start

of the 9:00 a.m. session.



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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See Weekly Activities

Kayak Table 11:30am

Bingo & Buffet is in Sunset Room

MDR closed

Finance Comm. Mtg. 5:30pm

Marina Comm. Mtg. 7pm

Pasta Night is in Sunset Room

MDR closed

Kayak Outing

9:30amMembership Comm. Mtg.

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Duplicate Bridge 1pm

Sailors’ Table 6:30pm

Birthday Dinner

Progressive Bridge 1pmHouse Comm. Mtg. 4pm

MDR ClosedBirthday Dinner

Duplicate Bridge 1pm

House Comm. Mtg. 4pmVYCCF Volunteer

Day at AFFBBirthday Dinner

Progressive Bridge 1pmBoard of Directors Mtg. 6pmBob Teesdale - Piano

Bar - 6-9 p.m.Birthday Dinner

Saturday Night Dining is in Sunset Room

Birthday Dinner

Saturday Night Dining is in Sunset Room

MDR ClosedBirthday Dinner

“Light Up the Night” Party

Big Night Out - MDR

Birthday Dinner

Editor: Beth [email protected]

Graphic Design: Michael Frank

RPM - Tiki - 7-10pm

Daniel Paul - MDR - 6:30-9:30pm

Ladies’ Venice Theatre

Luncheon NoonGalley Night is in

Sunset RoomMDR Closed

Coastal Jamz – Tiki - 7-10pm

BobTeesdale - MDR - 6:30-9:30pm

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Happy Hour 5-7Pasta Night

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Mah Jongg 9amHappy Hour 5-7

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Galley NightA Changing Menu

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August Upcoming Events

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Boating Safety Seminar

Where in the World is the VYC Burgee???Take a VYC burgee along on your travels and as you make stops at interesting places, near and far, snap a photo that proudly displays our burgee. Then email the photo to [email protected]. We’ll publish as many as we can in Currents. At the end of the year, prizes will be awarded for the photo taken at the most distant location and for the most creative.Have fun and happy travels —Jerry Clemens

Stabiles & Terranovas in Calistoga, CA

Pelliccias at Marathon YC

Tiki Summer Fun

Members Art Show

Stabiles & O'Donnells in San Francisco Shanleys in Bermuda

Michael Nemser in Nova Scotia

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VENICE YACHT CLUB, INC.1330 TARPON CENTER DRIVEVENICE, FLORIDA 34285

Current Resident or

Hours of OperationMain Dining Room and Pearson’s Cove

Lunch Open Tuesday through Saturday: 11:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Open Sunday: 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. in Pearson’s Cove and PoolsideNote: Sunday Breakfast starts at 10:00 a.m.;

Sunday Lunch starts at 11:00 a.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.Main Bar

Tuesday through Saturday: Opens at 11:30 a.m.Sunday: 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

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: 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.

MarinaTuesday to Sunday: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Monday: 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

August 20182 .......... VYCCF Blues Bistro25......... La Dolce Vita Italian Dinner Party31......... Kick off to Labor Day Weekend

September 20181-3 ....... Labor Day Weekend4-18 ..... CLUB CLOSED19......... Club Reopens29......... Welcome Back Party

October 20187........... Gourmet Dinner12......... Let's Toast a Better You -

Ladies' Luncheon13......... VYCCF Comedy Night and Auction18......... Nautical Piano Bar18-20 ... IOBG Installation of Officers27......... Mystery Party

November 2018 1.......... 10th Annual Ladies' Nite Out

Fashion Show8........... Nautical Piano Bar16......... VYC Holiday Bazaar and Luncheon17......... Motown Party22......... Thanksgiving28......... Land Cruisers Field Club Holiday Lunch30......... Lighting of the Fleet

Summer Dress CodeMay 1 to October 31

LunchTuesday to Saturday: Shorts permitted

Sunday: CasualMain Dining Room Dinner

Tuesday to Friday: Shorts permittedSaturday and Sunday: CasualMain Bar and Pearson’s Cove

(All day, year round)Tuesday to Sunday: Shorts Permitted

Tiki Bar(All day, year round)

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