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Volume 68, Number 1January 2018

Kerry CarperCommodore

We request the honor of your presence at

The Venice Yacht ClubSixty - Seventh

Commodore’s BallSaturday January 20Reception 5:30 p.m.

See page13 for details.

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

Anita & Dick KurzJudy and John Braden

Veterans Day

WELCOME NEW MEMBERS

Barbara French Julie & George A. Fiedler Jr.

Nancy Strickland & Dave Zimmer

Maria Bradley & Marty Pfister

Thank you, Membership SponsorsGeoffrey & Pat Banfield

Frederick & Mary Biegler, Jr.John & Nancy Rae Boeve

Jerry & Kathie BullanoPatricia Bullock

Warren & Carolyn ComstockPatricia Dalton

P/C Bill & Antoinette DowlingLee Hamilton

John & Linda HopkinsMark & Susan Hyland

Eric Lough & Ann PiscitelliMichael Mauro

Gretchen Eberhardt MoskosRuth Samietz

Gae Stewart & Ron DudleyCarol Swan

Brenda & John WrightDavid and Stephanie Matthews

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VENICE YACHT CLUB CURRENTS January 2018

What’s InsideAnnual Meeting ................................................ 4

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

Chef's Corner ................................................... 8

Fleet Surgeon ................................................... 9

Bingo ................................................................ 9

Wine Club ......................................................... 9

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

VYCCF ............................................................ 11

Commodore Roast ......................................... 12

Commodore's Ball .......................................... 13

Save the Dates ............................................... 14

Sarasota Opera Dinner Presentation .............. 14

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

FCYC .............................................................. 15

Burgee Store .................................................. 16

Officers/ Directors 2017Commodore ...................................... Kerry CarperVice Commodore ...................................Gus OlsonRear Commodore ......................... Roger HavilandTreasurer ...............................................Gus OlsonSecretary ....................................... Kitch KeitchenFleet Captain Power ...................... Kitch KeitchenFleet Captain Sail .................................Bill GatelyFleet Surgeon .............................Dr. Kevin ScheidFleet Chaplains .............................Rev. Chris Gray

Father Pete BrudzinskiBoard Of Directors DirectorEx-Officio ........................Jim DeNiro

Directors 2020 ............................ Turk HemseriKitch Keitchen

Directors 2019 .............................. Jerry Bullano Joe Fanciulli Roger Haviland Karen Sheppard Directors 2018 .................................John Hanna Beth Piel

Membership Committee ReportNovember 2017

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To RegularJohn & Judy BradenMaria Bradley & Martin PfisterBruce & Brenda CarletonCraig & Karen ChristiansonSteven & Anett CzepigaSioux Faragher-Hurley & James HurleyGeorge & Julie FiedlerWayne Hall & Cheryl PicklesJohn & Kathy HarmanRichard & Anita KurzDavid & Stephanie MatthewsJon & Carrie MetzgerTom & Twink MichelChristopher & Jerily WolfScott & Heather Woolverton

2017 COMMITTEEP/C Bill Dowling – Chairman, Joan Bowen,

Kathie Bullano, Tammy Carper, Bill Gately – Special Projects, Lee Hamilton, Turk Hemseri – Board Rep.,

Dick Lawson, Barbara Lefquist, Betty Link, Rocky McCutcheon, Chris Romecki – Staff Liaison,

and Gae Stewart.

To SingleBarbara FrenchLauren MeadowsKaren MontgomeryTo Intermediate-RegularJosh & Jenny HoveyReinstatedGerald & Marguerite GreenDavid & Anne HollandVicki Noren TaylorTo TrialNancy Strickland & David Zimmer



Commodore’s Comments Happy New Year to all. I hope everyone’s holiday was enjoyable and special. I also hope our members and guests had an opportunity to experience the awe-inspiring holiday decorations adorning the Club this year. Thank you, Kim, Tammy, Cora, Pat, Karla, Julie, Marlene, Susan, Bobbie and others

who gave of your time and talents to make the Venice Yacht Club an amazing and special holiday treat for our eyes. The arrival of the new year ushers in my departure as Commodore. It has been my honor, and yes, my pleasure toserveourClubasaboardmemberandflagofficerforthe past six years. I have had the opportunity to serve alongside so many wonderful people who provided me tremendous guidance, support and comradery. Many thanks to my fellow board members and committee chairs for providing the teamwork necessary to steer this organization. Thank you to our membership for all your kind words throughout the past year and for granting me your trust. Thank you to our fabulous staff for your hard work and vibrant character that truly makes VYC a special place. Most of all, thank you, Tammy, for being my wife and partner during this episode in our life. Without your knowledge, guidance, support and love, I’d be lost. Our efforts together have made an indelible mark upon the Venice Yacht Club. We definitely changedsome things and added some new stuff over the course of the year. For me, the most tangible of all things we accomplished, is that we did them together as a cohesive team.InmyfirstarticlefortheCurrents, I simply stated: “This year we will focus on working together to provide membership with a variety of opportunities to enjoy.” Tammy and I, and the many volunteers, sincerely hope we helped provide that opportunity for you to enjoy the Club this past year. As I reminisce over the past year’s accomplishments, I’m most impressed by our Club’s resilience. Nelson Mandela wrote: “Do not judge me by my success, judge me by how many times I fell down and got back up again.” Last year presented several struggles for us to overcome; here are a few: 1) failure of the sea wall causing reconstruction of the fuel dock for a couple of months last spring; 2) city water main break causing the Club to shut down for a couple of days; 3) working through a major clubhouse remodel; 4) swimming pool structural break shutting the pool down for several

weeks; 5) who could forget Hurricane Irma and the chaos, damage and closures that brought?; and 6) the loss of electricity to the clubhouse on the big day to start decorating the Club for the holidays. Probably fair to state we had a few obstacles. However, during this period, approximately 20 prior members reinstated their memberships. Additionally, at the time of this writing, we have 60 new members compared with 29 new members from the prior year. This is a major achievement many yacht clubs would be envious to attain during their best of times. Thank you, Membership Chairman P/C Bill Dowling, and your devoted committee for the outstanding service to ourClub during some difficultconditions. December was very festive and January will not disappoint those looking for more activities at VYC. If you are reading this in late December there is probably still a chance to make a reservation for our New Year’s Eve Celebration. Please plan to join us January 8 for our Annual Meeting. The Board of Directors and Committees will present reports to membership including our fiscal year audit and highlights from2017.Newboardmembers andflagofficerswill alsobe announced and sworn in. A VYC tradition is for the new Commodore to adjourn the annual meeting, then proceed to the bar and buy a round of drinks for all the attendees. I am hoping for a huge turnout at our annual meeting so we can welcome our new Commodore in a big way! The Commodore's Ball on the 20th is one of the Club's premier formal events and is not to be missed. This will be my last Currents article as Commodore. I have enjoyed reporting about our Club and its people this past year. I look forward to supporting our new Commodore, Board of Directors and Committees this year.Myfinalobservation from thebridge is that thefuture for VYC looks good and its new leaders sound and capable. May you have warm words on a cool evening, a full moon on a dark night, and a smooth sail all the way to your port.Kerry Carper, Commodore

Annual Meeting

Monday, January 86:00 p.m.

All members are encouraged to attend.


January 2018 VENICE YACHT CLUB CURRENTS

Manager’s Column The holiday season is behind us. The decorations have been taken down and placed in storage until next year. We would like to thank everyone who supported the Club during the busy season and hope that you enjoyed the time you shared with us.

Sure, there was a lot going on in December, but January looks just as

busy. Details on all the upcoming events are in this issue of the Currents. Make your plans early to attend one or all of these great events. A quick word about reservations--please make them! With the advent of what promises to be another very busy season, we will do our best to provide you with the best food, beverages and services whenever you dine at the Club. The best way for us to do that is if we know you are coming. If we have a reservation, your table will be waiting for you when you arrive, there will be staff to serve you, and the kitchen will be prepared. As a reminder, we will accept Tiki reservations for tables of eight or more and only on the lower level. Please take the time to give us a call and help us to better serve you. Let me take this opportunity to pass along to you the sincere gratitude of the staff for your generous contributions to the employee holiday fund. It helped brighten their holiday season and is greatly appreciated. Finally, from the entire staff, we would like to wish everyone a happy, safe and prosperous new year.Fair winds and following seas.Jerry Clemens, Club Manager

Learn the Essentials of Seamanship from One of the World's Premier Boating Organizations

Developed and refined through40 years of Coast Guard Auxiliary training courses, Boating Skills and Seamanship is your perfect introduction to recreational boating's fundamentals. Great for beginning and intermediate power boaters alike, it offers you the

basics of choosing, equipping, and handling a small to midsize powerboat. A thorough introduction to important knots kicks off each night. The United States Coast Guard Auxiliary is known as "America’s Volunteer Lifesavers." Throughout its 65 years, the Auxiliary has worked side by side with the U.S. Coast Guard, providing assistance with search and rescue operations, maritime and environmental safety and security, and vessel safety checks. It is also the nation's largest boating educator, offering boating and seamanship courses to 100,000–150,000 members of the boating public each year. Registration is January 4 at 6:00 p.m. First class is Monday, January 8. Registration and classes are held at the Flotilla 86 Training Center in Venice located between Service Club Park and the Venice Pier. The course runs seven nights 6:00-9:00 on Mondays and Thursdays. Cost is $55 or $65 for a couple (share a book). For more information call 492-5904.

“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!

Featured Wines of the MonthBalbo Torrontes ~ Mendoza, Argentina 2015Yellow with greenish highlights. Intense floral(roses and jasmines) and fruit aromas (grapes and white peaches). Fresh, young and of complex fruitiness. GLASS 8.00 BOTTLE 28.00

OrquestalReserva Tempranillo - 2011Aromas of mulled black fruits, vanilla, tobacco, orange peel and earth are a touch jumbled, but compartmentalized—this smells nice. Wiry and fresh in feel, but with a slightly hollow midsection, this tastes peppery, oaky and like cherry and black plum.Atoastyfinishwithsnappyaciditysolidifiesthis medium-weight La Mancha Tempranillo. Drink through 2019.GLASS 9.00 BOTTLE 34.00

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


January 2018

VYC Kayak Group

Sailors’ TableThursday, January 4

Sailors’TableisnormallyheldonthefirstThursdayofeachmonth. 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

Contact Dockmaster Miles Wheeler at 483-3625 to reserve one of VYC’s four single, sit on top kayaks. Rent

is $15 per day and may be charged to your account.Upcoming Activities:Tuesday, January 2, 11:15 a.m. Kayak Table at Fleet Captains’ Luncheon. Meet with fellow paddlers to plan additional outings.Wednesday, January 10, 3:00 p.m. Bay to Bay to Bay to Bar. Launch from the Club or Higel Park, dip into the three bays, and return in time for Happy Hour at the Tiki.Contact Beth Anderson at 685-8065 or Nancy Simonetti at 486-8166 for info and to be added to our email contact list.

Message from the Fleet Captain SailA look back on sailing at the Venice Yacht Clubby P/C Merle Graser Pat and I joined the Venice Yacht Club in 1963. There were three boats at the docks, all sailboats. Misty, a 26 foot sloop, was owned by Capt. Jenny Schroeder, who was the director of the pram squadron located here at the Club.

Rosemary and Walter Farley had a 30 foot sailboat named Circi. Walter Farley was an accomplished author who wrote the Black Stallion series of books. We had a 19 foot Lightning class sloop that we kept on the south side of the Club, near the bar. Guido Frizini, affectionately known as Uncle Guido, was the bartender. When he would see the Lightning approaching the Club, he would always come to the dock and greet us with our favorite cocktail. At that time, most of the sailing that occurred at the Club was concentratedaroundthepramsquadron,afleetofapproximately12 plywood prams designed by Clark Mills of Clearwater. In order to fund the prams, we invited local businesses to sponsor the boats with the sponsor's name on the side of the boat. Sponsors included Publix, First National Bank of Venice, Blalock Insurance Company as well as many others. Pat was the chief instructor for the pram squadron from 1965 to 1969. The boats were built for the sum of $200 apiece. Today those boats sell for many thousands of dollars. In the late 60s there was a yearly race from Sarasota to Venice called the IBOR, the Itty Bitty Ocean Race. The race would includekeeledboatsaswellasdinghies.Therewasalocalfleetof about 10 sailboats called V-2’s. They were built in Venice at the airport by George Kaufman, boat builder. The IBOR was a very popular race with the participants mostly from Sarasota. Venice Yacht Club was just beginning to participate in sailboat racing and the IBOR introduced many boaters to sailing. In the early 1970’s the SORC (Southern Ocean Racing Conference)petitioned to race toVeniceYachtClub.Thefirstrace to the Club was quite eventful. It was heavy weather as the boatsreachedthefinishlineoffofthejetties.Oneoftheboatscircled too close to the beach and ran aground. It was about a 45 to 50 foot sloop. They were able to put an anchor off the bow but couldn't get headway because every time a wave would pass, it would raise the keel off of the sandbar and immediately as the waves passed put the boat back on the sandbar. One of our members, Norvin Green, was asked to go out and tow the boat off of the sandbar. As the rescue boat attempted to pull the sailboat off, it became apparent that the transom of the boat might become dislodged due to the pressure of pulling the sailboat. The captain of the rescue boat radioed the captain of the sailboat and said, "I think I might pull my stern off if I keep trying to tow you off of the sandbar." The captain of the sailboat radioed back, "I don't give a damn, I’ll buy you a new boat." The sloop was successfully rescued without the loss of a

transom. The following year the SORC was composed of a great number of professional boats and crews. The joy of racing and camaraderie of the sailors was lost in the professionality of the paidsailors.TheboatownerswereinfluentialmensuchasJackEckhard of Eckerd drugs and the chairman of Texas Instruments. The following year the Yacht Club declined to have the SORC come to Venice. We have had many memorable sailors at the Club. Among them were Walter Farley, Dan Rowan of Rowan and Martin's Laugh-in and Edwin Wes who wrote episodes for I Dream of Jeannie. Non-members of the Club who have visited are Ted Irwin of Irwin Yachts on Distant Drummer, Charlie Morgan of Morgan Yachts and Walter Cronkite on Wyntje. Venice Yacht Club has a rich and memorable sailing history that will live on and grow in the years to come.Bill Gately, Fleet Captain - Sail



January 26-28

ThelovelyIslesYachtClubisoneofourfinestandmostupscale destinations! Completely rebuilt after Hurricane Charlie in 2004, it offers the full range of top level cruising amenities. Please register early with veteran Cruise Leaders Turk & Anita Hemseri, [email protected]

Cruise to Isles Yacht Club Message from the Fleet Captain Power A happy new year to fellow cruisers and welcome to another great year on the water. Our November cruise was lead by Bob and Christy Wiggs to Aquamarina Palm Harbour to round out our 2017 cruising season. Five vessels

made the trip for a very relaxing weekend at one of my favorite destinations. Kim and I joined in by staying at one of the marina condos, and an additional five folks drove down fordinner Saturday night. Smooth sailing, great weather and good company made for a very pleasant event. The first weekend in December ushered in two of myfavorite events at the Club with the Lighting of the Fleet and, of course, the Christmas Boat Parade. This year the “Two Jacks and their Mates” did the judging of the boats with the following winners: Most Traditional Knots of Fun – Roy Lee; Most Creative Fruition – Bill Gately; Best Overall Pure Cin – Cindy Watson. Thanks again to all who lit up the docks with their decorated vessels, and a special thanks to the Murphys and Schemms for their help with the event. This month also ushers in a change of the guard for the Club’s Fleet Captain of Power. Kim and I enjoyed serving in this position over the past two years and want to thank all those that pitched in to give us a hand, especially those that volunteered to lead a cruise. Things may not have always gone as planned, but the one thing that remained consistent was the good fellowship within the group and the good times we shared together. Lloyd Abbot, along with his wife, Cindy, will take over for the coming year with the assistance of Steve and Barb Johnson. Lloyd and Cindy are long time cruisers, both power and sail, and keep their new Tiara over on E dock. Lloyd and Steve have put together a great schedule for the coming year and I encourage all the Club’s boaters to join in and lend a hand to continue this great tradition. Kitch Keitchen, Fleet Captain, PowerPh: 416-0300 • Email: [email protected]

New Year’s Day Boat-In & PotLuck

at the ClubMonday, January 1

Boaters and Landlubbers alike are invited to celebrate at the Tiki for food, fun and football. The Club will be closed but we will have the use of the Tiki, TVs and pool area. Please register your potluck dish at perfectpotluck.com (coordinator name “Keitchen” and password “VYC”). See full description in December Currents.

2018 CRUISING FORUM

Wednesday, January 3 5:00 – 6:00 p.m. in the Sunset Room

Topics include: • Highlights of the 2017 Cruising Season • Details of the 2018 Cruise Schedule • Typical Cruise Weekend Overview • Questions & Answers about any/all aspects of VYC Cruising

VYC 2018 CRUISE SCHEDULEDATE DESTINATION TRIP LEADERSJan 26-28 Isles YC HemseriFeb 16-18 Marina Jack JohnsonMar 23-25 CIYC/Tween ReineckeApr 20-22 St. Pete YC HavilandMay 18-20 St. Charles YC TBDJun — Sept Freestyle Oct 19-21 Boca Grande TBD Nov 9-11 Sarasota YC TBD Dec 31-1/1/19 VYC Boat-In TBD

Need a USCG Vessel Exam?Roy Lee, a member and fellow boat owner, is

a USCG approved Vessel Examiner. Shoot him an email, text him, or give him a call to schedule an exam:

[email protected](505-796-2574)


January 2018VENICE YACHT CLUB CURRENTS

Sunday A La Carte BreakfastJanuary 7, 14, 21 & 28

10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Wednesday NightsPasta Night with Half-Price Drinks

Enjoy a custom pasta dish made by one of our talented chefs while you watch. Call 488-7708 for reservations

Saturday Night DiningJanuary 6 ~ MDR

January 27 ~ Sunset RM.

Chef ’s Corner If you thought that what you

eat on New Year’s Day was simply a matter of “that’s what I’ve always done,” you might be right. But, your tradition might be based on centuries of belief. Many cultures prepare New Year’s foods that are believed to influencegoodfortune,oravoiddishesthat might cause misfortune.

Many cultures serve similar vegetables and meats in their New

Year’s Day celebrations to bring good fortune. During the time of the Pharaoh, black-eyed peas were a symbol of luck and good fortune. The belief was that those who ate black-eyes, an inexpensive and modest food, showed their humility and saved themselves from the wrath of the heavens because of the vanity they might have. In fact, black-eyed peas aren’t a pea at all – they’re lentils. For example, in Brazil and Italy, lentils (representing wealth) are served – in Brazil, with rice, which expands when cooked, showing increase and, in Italy, with pork sausage, to bring abundance. Pork and sauerkraut (cabbage) are combined in Germany, Poland and Scandinavia. Cabbage represents the green leaves of money. Similarly, throughout the southern U.S., black-eyed peas in some variation, with or without ham hocks, and greens have inspired such dishes as Hoppin’ John, that combines peas, rice and ham. As the story goes, black-eyed peas were used exclusively for cattle feed in the old South. During the battle of Vicksburg during the Civil War, the town was under siege for over 40 days. No supplies came in or out. Vicksburg was on the edge of starvation. The people had no choice but to eat those black-eyed peas, therefore starting a southern tradition. Today, black-eyes are eaten every New Year’s Day to bring good luck for the new year. There are, however, beliefs that exclude some foods as bad luck. These include lobsters because they move backwards and chickens because they scratch in reverse. Eating these on New Year’s Day might cause a reversal of fortune. Celebrating New Year’s Day with family, friends and food is a time-honored tradition that has included symbols of prosperity and good fortune. Enjoy “what you’ve always done” and, perhaps, add a new tradition in your New Year.So it Begins, 2018Chef Josh

Why is it called "Pearson's Cove" by P/C Shaun GraserCommodore Carper asked me to comment on the origin of "Pearson’s Cove." The following is a brief history of the room and how it got its name. On May 25, 1967,

Commodore Joe Ryan sent a letter to the membership announcing that member William T (Bill) Pearson had donated $25,000 for an addition to the south side of the existing yacht club. Mr. Pearson had previously donated an unnamed amount of money to re-carpet the clubhouse. As the new addition progressed, it became evident that there would be a shortfall of $7,000 in construction costs. On September 27, 1967, Commodore Ryan sent out another letter recognizing that Mr. Pearson would donate the additional funds necessary for a total of $32,000. This equates to somewhere near $250,000 in today's money. However, Mr. Pearson did have a simple request accompanying his donation. It appears that Mr. Pearson wanted a place to enjoy his cigars and read his paper. To accommodate Mr. Pearson, the new addition would be only available to "men" until 2:00 p.m. during the weekdays. This area would then be open to all members after 2:00 p.m. The new area soon became known as "Pearson’s Cove" and Bill Pearson was named an honorary director due to his generosity and support of the Venice Yacht Club. The evolution of our Club has been shaped by the rich history of our predecessors, deserving of acknowledgment and preservation.



Tuesday Night Bingo!

Norm HollowayBingo Commissioner

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

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

Choice of Soup or SaladChoice of Five Entrées

Preselected Dessert$14.95-$17.95

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

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

Half Price Drinks!!!

Jan 2 Doug Laudenslager CallerJan 9 Rev. Chris Gray Caller ~ Barbara Isaacson HostessJan 16 Norman Holloway CallerJan 23 Tamara Graham CallerJan 30 Norman Holloway Caller

Date Caller ~ Host/Hostess

From the Fleet SurgeonBack to Basics Unfortunately none of us escape back pain during our lifetime. When we are young, sore back muscles after a long day of yard work for example are to be expected. However, for some of us, as we age, back pain becomes our number one nemesis. It would be nice if we could just have a back replacement when it gets bad enough, like our hip or

knee, but unfortunately we are stuck with the back we were born with. So, taking care of it and keeping it in shape is even more important. Your back is basically a stack of bone building blocks alternating with soft disc cushions that allow flexibility and protection for your spinal cord. Like everything else, as we age, changes occur to our back. The discs shrink and lose their cushion and flexibility. This is primarily why we lose height after age 50. The medical term for this is degenerative disc disease which the majority of us develop as we age. This makes us less flexible and for some it causes pain both from the degenerative disc as well as arthritis in the little joints between each segment. Although so far I have not had knee or hip trouble, I have had two back surgeries and anything we can do to avoid them is important. The most pertinent thing people can do to protect their backs is to keep their core muscles in shape including their abdomen, hip and back muscles. There are multiple ways to do this and a good old Google search will help. McKinsey low back exercises are excellent. Stretching, Yoga, Pilates, and swimming are all great exercises with a good core focus. Manipulation and massage can be very helpful in relieving symptoms but should not substitute for core strengthening. Appropriate lifting mechanics are good to review. If symptoms persist or when additional symptoms occur like buttock pain, leg pain, leg numbness or changes in bowel or bladder control, medical evaluation by a physician should occur, and additional tests should be considered.Stay strong and get BACK to basics. Dr. Kevin

NEW MEMBER ENTRANCE FEE INCREASE

For those reading this in the last few days of December, please remember to help your friends and neighbors beat the entrance fee increase taking effect on January 1. Entrance fees for all age categories and for conversion from Trial to Regular are increasing. (The Summer Membership fee will also increase.)

SIGN UP NOW2018 VYC WINE CLUB

WINE CLUB YEAR BEGINS JANUARY 1

COST: $30.00 PER PERSON OR $50.00 PER COUPLE

BENEFITS:1. 10% OFF ON BOTTLED WINE

PURCHASED WITH DINNER2. CLUB MEMBERS ONLY SPECIAL

EVENTS3. SPECIAL FUNCTIONS WITH

WINEMAKERS

FOR MORE INFORMATIONOR TO REGISTER

CONTACT: BOB PIEL [email protected]



Ladies’ Luncheon

Please call 488-7708 to set up your own table or ask to be seated at the Hostess Table with Rita Polansky and Lee Hamilton.Chairperson: Cora Wright with Rosemary Stabile, Kathie Bullano and Ruth Sjursen

Special Entertainment - Just Friends!We are thrilled to have Just Friends, the dynamic duo of two versatile, professional musicians, performing for our luncheon. Lyn Purmort will provide vocals, accompanied by Bob Constantino on piano with his subtle, witty keyboard and soft vocals. Their combined performance experience includes appearances at Tampa Bay Performing Arts Hall, Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall, Ruth Eckert Hall, Port Charlotte Cultural

Center and many more regional venues. You may recognize Lyn as a member of the “Vocal Vixens.”

~ Menu ~Entrée:

Coconut Cauliflower Rice Salad with Mango and Fresh

Mint topped with Grilled Shrimp

Flatbreads and Rolls

Dessert: Chocolate Dipped Strawberries

and TrufflesCoffee, Tea and Iced Tea

Tammy Carper Karla Olson

Friday, January 12 at noonHello / Goodbye

Please join us in thanking Tammy Carper for all of her contributions in 2017 and welcoming Karla Olson for 2018.



A New Year: A Great Time to Invest in our Community Our committee is at work, focusing on the needs of the South County region—work that truly is an investment in young families, children at risk, and returning veterans. All of us are investors for the future. We invest in our families, our financial well-being, and the community that sustains us. As the VYC Charitable Foundation, we have built an investment road-map over the last few years for which we are recognized. Two years ago, we laid out a footprint in South County with key contributions to Education and Nutrition. In 2017 we maintained that commitment and added attention to homelessness among young families and children. We will not waver from that path. We are also reminded that the privileges that enable us to give of ourselves were hard won and defended by our men and women in uniform, many of whom pay a price to protect our way of life. We are re-enforcing our traditional support of returning veterans and the active military. In 2018 we are announcing our new Signature Project, “N-VEST – Nutrition, Veterans, Education, and ShelTer…Investing in our Community.” The programs we support are capable, and our grants deliver new opportunities to those they serve. We are “N-VEST-ers” in their lives and our future together. We are known as partners in the battle for a better tomorrow; this is our legacy. We are so grateful for your support; none of our achievements in giving are possible without our members and the tireless efforts of our VYCCF committee. In 2018, let’s N-VEST together!Don Healy, VYCCF Chair

VYC Charitable Foundation Donor Appreciation Night Celebrating 2017 and Kicking Off our 2018 Signature Project

A Cocktail Hour with light appetizers to say thank you to the VYC Members who support the Foundation

with their Donations and Sponsorships Thursday, January 11, at 5:00 p.m. in the Sunset Rm.

Noni Lavelle & Kevin Collins, Event Chairs Reservations: 488-7708

Sponsored by the Venice Yacht Club Charitable Foundation

Please Join Us on Friday, January 26, 8:30 - 9:30 a.m.

Venice Yacht Club R.S.V.P: 485-6264 by January 22

Tickets: $20.00

We Now Have 22 Mothers,Living in 22 Apartments;

22 Kitchens, 22 Bathrooms,22 Bedrooms,

22 Living Rooms,and 44 Beds & Cribs.

Housewarming Suggestions:Dishware ~ Glassware ~ Cookware

Flatware ~ Cooking Utensils ~ Dish TowelsSponges ~ Twin Sheets ~ Twin Mattress PadsCrib Sheets ~ Crib Mattress Pads ~ Pillows

Blankets ~ Bath Towels ~ WashclothsBath Mats ~ Shower Curtains ~ Toilet Paper

Paper Towels ~ Gift Cards

A non-denominational, 2-year transitional housing program for mothers and their

preschool children who would otherwise be homeless.

VYCCF Committee: Chair Don Healy, Vice Chair (TBD), Treasurer John O'Donnell, Commodore Kerry Carper

(Board Rep), Lloyd & Cindy Abbot, Joan Bowen, Kevin Collins, P/C Joe Dombrowski, P/C Merle Graser,

P/C Dick & Doris Guba, Babs Healy, Sylvia Hollister, Noni Lavelle, Warren Major, Paul Nasipak, Michael Nemser,

Beth Piel, Dave Slaman, Ann Van Cott, and Bill Walker

Visit our website at: https://www.veniceyachtclub.com/vyccf.php

Follow us on Facebook at:veniceyachtclubcharitablefoundation

VYCCF Donor Appreciation Night

To Benefit

Housewarming Breakfast



LET’S ROAST THE COMMODORE!Come join us as we celebrate Past Commodore Kerry Carper’s year – on the lighter side.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 136:00 p.m. Cocktails

7:00 p.m. Dinner with program to followMain Dining Room

Hosted by Commodore Gus Olson Emceed by Scott Howell

~ MENU ~Hors d’oeuvres Station Bread Stick Bar and Shrimp Bruschetta Passed Mascarpone and Pancetta Stuffed Mushrooms

Caesar Salad

Entrée Choice – Please pre-select when making your reservation Beef Braciole stuffed with Prosciutto and Parmesan with Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes and Roasted Zucchini

Or

Chicken Braciole stuffed with Broccolini and Fontina Cheese with Pasta Primavera in Lemon Butter Sauce

Rolls and Butter

Dessert: One Bite Cannoli

$29.95++

Dress Code: Casual

Please call 488-7708 to reserve.



Formal Club DressBridge, Flag Officers and Past

Commodores wear Club Uniform. All others may wear Club Uniform,

Tuxedo or Dark Suit and Tie. Ladies may wear Formal Attire.

Cocktail Reception 5:30 p.m.Bell for Dinner 6:15 p.m.

Introduction and Champagne Toast 6:30 p.m.

Dinner 7:00 p.m.Dinner program and

dancing to followMusic provided by

Two Saxy and Bus Stop Band

Reservations Required ~ Please Call 488-7708.No Refunds on Cancellations after January 19.

**This Event is for Members Only**

~ Menu ~Cocktail Reception King Crab Cakes with Lemon Crème Fraiche, topped with Caviar Chorizo, Mango, Plantain Pulled Pork Pastry Grape and Brie Bites Artisan Cheese Charcuterie Display with Bread, Olives, and FruitSalad Baby Romaine Wedge with Toasted Almonds, Dried Cherries, Vidalia Onion, Heirloom Micro Tomatoes, Crushed Prosciutto, Pear Chardonnay DressingIntermezzo Lemon Champagne SorbetEntrée Char-Seared Filet Mignon with Poached Blue Tail Hawaiian Shrimp, Pomegranate Truffle reduction and Watercress. Roasted Leek and Baby Belle Mushroom Risotto, Carrot Mousse, and Sea Salt AsparagusDessert Individual Blackout Cake with Fresh Strawberries and Bordeaux Wine Ice Cream$80.00++Special dietary requests accommodated; please

make your requests prior to the event.

Sixty-Seventh Commodore’s BallSaturday, January 20



SAVE THE DATE

Wednesday, February 14Special Valentine’s Dinner and optional Wedding

Vow Renewal Ceremony

Friday, February 9, at 12 noonSoutheastern Guide Dogs

Hints from the Hostess: Busy months are coming. Our dining room can easily hit capacity. Please make reservations early for any of your dining needs. Your reservation secures your table. It helps Chef Josh estimate food requirements and ensures we staff to provide you the best service.

Sarasota Opera Dinner Presentation at VYC

Join us for dinner and a Sarasota Opera House presentation by Rosanne Martorella and Sam Lowry

on NORMA and the Sarasota Opera House season on Tuesday, January 23. This very special evening has been made possible by Antoinette Dowling, Sarasota Opera Guild President, and will be a great prelude to attending the performance of NORMA on March 11. Please call 488-7708 for reservations.

SAVE THE DATE

Saturday, February 10Keep it on the QT, but save the evening of Saturday, February 10, for more fun than is legal when the

Club turns into a swinging speakeasy. Jay Gatsby invites you to another of his eye-popping galas with sumptuous food, wicked bootleg

cocktails, and an authentic 20s-era dance band. It's time to gather up your friends, find your glitzy, blingy bits and

stay tuned for your secret password.For reservations, call the Club at 488-7708. (Broughttoyoubyyourfriendlyflappers

Pam Graham, Kim Keitchen, Karla Olson, Cora Wright & Committee)

Ladies’ Luncheon

Join us in welcoming Morgan Watt, a veteran of the United States Air Force, and his service dog, Foley.Listen as he describes how Southeastern Guide Dogs has helped him regain his life after serving our country.

MenuRoasted Pork Loin

Zucchini Noodles with Pistachio PestoCorn Bread with Honey Butter

Fresh Florida Strawberry Shortcake, with “Dog Bone” Biscuits and homemade

whipped creamCoffee, Tea, and Iced Tea

Call VYC at 488-7708 to make reservations for lunch. Guests are welcome.

$18++Committee Chair Babs Healy 488-5325

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***



The General Meeting was called to order by FCYC Commodore Audrey Rice at Fort Walton Yacht Club on Nov. 11, 2017. Roll call was taken and 28 out of 36 Clubs were in attendance.

Commodore Rice announced that several FCYC Clubs had been audited by the IRS and that one Club wasfinedforreceivingmorethan15%ofitsrevenuefrom non-members. Commodore Rice also reported that therewas a specialmeetingof theFlagOfficers

held regarding a non-compliant Club. All necessary changes were made by the Club and they are now in compliance with FCYC By-laws. Government Affairs, Jon Williams: Ethanol E-15 has been approved by Congress and was signed by the President. Numerous vessels that were damaged or sunk during Hurricane Irma are being removed from all waterways across the state of Florida. A note will be sent to each Director informing them about navigational issues in and around the St. Lucie Lock. Florida Gov. Scott has announced that $50 million has been appropriated for repair of the dikes around Lake Okeechobee. SB 1262 which would hold parents responsible for youths operating boats was introduced and sent to Committee. Fleet Capt. East, Neal Johnson: The East/West Coast Rendezvous that was planned for October 2017 was cancelled due to Irma and will be rescheduled. Fleet Capt. West, John Timmel: There is a Key West Cruise to the Conch Republic scheduled for April 20-23. St. Charles YC has invited all participants to dinner on April 19. Membership, Anita Clark: Former FCYC member, Treasure Island, continues to work on issues to regain membership in the FCYC.Education Presentation: Mitchell Stump, CPA, and Nathan Phillips, CPA, gave a very informative presentation regarding key performance indicators. It is their belief that the mostimportantfinancialfunctionsofYachtClubsarethecollectionofduesandgrowing their membership.Member Club Updates: Pelican Isle YC construction continues and their docks are open. Key Biscayne YC will begin construction on their new Clubhouse. St. Charles YC’s fuel dock and pump-out will be operational until Christmas. Thentheywillbeclosedforinstallationofnewfloatingdocks.During this construction phase many member boats will be out for cruises. Please contact their Dockmaster for transient dock availability. Marathon YC is operational despite being hit hard by Hurricane Irma. Tampa YC has completely redone the Marina and pool area and opened a new Pavilion Bar. Vero Beach YC has completely remodeled the Dining Room and sustained minimal damage from Hurricane Irma. Florida YCisredecoratingtheirdownstairsafterIrmafloodedtheirClub with nearly eight inches of water. Also, they lost B-Dock, and four tennis courts were badly damaged. Smyrna YC lostalltheirouterdocks,andthebuildingwasfloodedwith onefootofwater,causingextensivedamagetofloors,wallsandceilings. ThefloatingdockattheTikiBarcameoffthepilingsanddestroyedthe Dockside railings. The Club is operational and expects the dining room and lounge to be open after Thanksgiving. No date for rebuilding the outer docks. Harbor Ridge YC has completed a total renovation of the clubhouse and is open for business.The next FCYC Meeting will be held at Royal Palm Yacht and Country Club, Boca Raton, on January 12-14 .Capt. “Turk” Hemseri, FCYC Director, Phone: 445-2050

Florida Council of Yacht Clubs

ThisHappyNewYear2018findsmoreexcitementandwins on several levels for our VYBA sailors. The Fall Season has been a busy one with Club sailors participating in three regattas and our Venice High School Team competing in two. First, congratulations to James McGirr and Aaron Williams for earning a third place at the two-day Thanksgiving Regatta at the Davis Island Yacht Club. Competition was stiff, but our young men came through for the C420 Fleet. Kudos to Ozzie Fischer, an Opti Green Fleet sailor, at another Fall Seasonregattaforafirstplaceinarace.

Thank you, Venice Sailing Squadron C o m m o d o r e Jonathan Phillips and VSS sailor John Lynch, for inviting our young sailors to participate in Venice’s Christmas Boat Parade of

Lights. It was a beautiful evening with an almost full moon, and this event is one the community enjoys and happily anticipates. It was special for these VYBA members experiencing this activity. The Sunday Adventure Sailors, who meet for non-competitive events, are trying out some new Australian boats on loan from Topper. VYBA thanks Dick Hitchcock for presenting this opportunity for our sailors of every age. Last month, I mentioned two St. Croix residents, displaced due to Irma, had moved here and joined the VYBA. Well, oneofthem,EthanHanley,isaLevel2CertifiedCoachandis now working with the Red, White, and Blue Opti Fleets. We welcome him! More about the Club’s Spring Season next month.Wishing you smooth sailing into 2018!Noni Lavelle

www.veniceyouthboating.com

Wednesday, January24 at 5:00 p.m.

Showcasing the renovated and improved sailing center

VYBA Ribbon Cutting Event



Duplicate BridgeMeetsonthefirstandthirdThursdaysatnoon.

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

New Member Sponsor Incentive

Would 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.

Happy New Year! Are you keeping your New Year’s Resolutions? Make a new one…Stop in at THE BURGEE STORE more often. FOR OUR NEW MEMBERS: The Burgee Store is located to the right of the stairs on the firstfloor.Comeinandseeusor juststopandWINDOW SHOP and visit with our friendly volunteers. THE COMMODORE’S BALL is just around the corner. Men, do you have your OWNER’S PATCH for your navy blazer? If you don’t have one, stop in and let one of the volunteers help you get one. SHOULD YOU NEED TO RETURN A CHRISTMAS GIFT, the deadline is January 29. Thank you for your cooperation. P.S. Let’s surprise NANCY ZINN by loading her up with birthday cards. Her 100th birthday is in January.

STORE HOURS FRIDAY 5:30 – 7:00 p.m.

ALL OTHER DAYS 9:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.Otherwise, our Club Hostesses will assist you.

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

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



Thank you for continuing to support our sponsors who help offset the cost of this newsletter!

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 Reservations: 493-5010 x221 Golf: 493-5010 x223

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. All players will need a Mah Jongg card which

is available at Venice Stationers for $9.00.For more information, call 488-7708.


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1) Boat-In & Potluck

8) Annual Meeting 6:00pm

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

VYCCF Fun Ride

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

Lighting of the Fleet

Isphordings on the Suez Canal

New to VYC Slips

Hawryschuks at Machu Picchu

Candidates Forum

K. Collinses in Yellowstone Ryders & Everings in Havana

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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.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 BarTuesday through Saturday: Opens at 11:30 a.m.

Sunday: Noon - 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: 11:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

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

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

Winter Dress CodeNovember 1 to April 30

LunchTuesday to Saturday: Shorts PermittedSunday Breakfast; Jackets Preferred

Main Dining Room DinnerTuesday to Friday: Casual, Shorts Permitted

Saturday: Jackets PreferredMain Bar and Pearson’s Cove

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

Tiki Bar(All day, year round)

Bathing attire permitted

February 20189........... Ladies’ Luncheon10......... Great Gatsby Gala14......... Valentine’s Day15......... VYCCF Volunteer Day16-18 ... Cruise to Marina Jack17......... Land Cruise to the Straz22......... Nautical Piano Bar25......... Gourmet Dinner

March 20183........... VYCCF Interactive Dinner9........... Ladies’ Luncheon11 ......... Land Cruisers

Matinee at the Opera15......... VYCCF Volunteer Day17......... International Party22......... Nautical Piano Bar

(Bob Teesdale)23-25 ... Cruise to CIYC/’Tween

April 20181........... Easter8........... Gourmet Dinner13......... Ladies’ Luncheon14......... Cajun Tiki Party17......... Taxpayers Blues BingoV

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