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September 2015 Rain or Shine, we’re fine August showers bring, uh, flooding? Not at CYC! We are resourceful: We moved our Rock the Dock party upstairs for a swell Rock the Upper Deck bash. We took advantage of the sopping weather to throw a hurricane party – to which a couple of gale-force winds added a nice touch of authenticity! By the time of the Turnabout Party, where the members serve the staff, the rains had abated and sunshine ruled the day in a multitude of ways.

(See page 6 for more Hurricane Party photos) (See page 4 for more Turnabout photos) 2 September Compass Commodore’s Corner FCYC WOW! She really looks stunning, very nice looking, beautiful…those By Peggy Powell, FCYC Director are just some of the statements I have The next meeting of the Florida Council of Yacht heard about our club house and her Clubs will be September 12th at the Halifax River Yacht Club new makeover. She really does dress in Daytona Beach. The directors’ meeting begins promptly up quite well. Congrats to VC Cardo- at 1:00 pm. There will be a festive dinner Saturday evening si, RC Proefke, Tom, Dan and Mun- beginning with a Sundown Ceremony at 5:30. All yacht yan Painting, you all did a great job. club members are invited to attend meetings and dinner. Can you believe it is September Commodore Guest activities on Saturday morning will include a tour of already? September is the 9th month Rowland Milam Daytona International Speedway or a tour of the Cici and of the Julian and Gregorian calen- Hyatt Brown Museum of Art. I have more info on pricing dars. It is one of four months that has 30 days. Septem- and guest activities if any members would like to join me ber comes from the Latin word septem, meaning seven; for the weekend. Contact [email protected] to get a it was the 7th month in the old Roman calendar. Sep- copy of the agenda and information. tember is German American Heritage month, National The Eau Gallie Yacht Club is hosting an FCYC Rendezvous, October 30 – November 1. Hispanic Heritage month, and Grandparents Day is All members are invited to come and join other clubs celebrated in September. The birthstone of September for a weekend of fun and meeting with fellow FCYC club is the sapphire, and the zodiac signs are Virgo and Libra. members. Dining, tennis and games will fill your days. The first Monday in September is Labor Day. Awards for various events will be given at the patio With the arrival of September a lot of activity starts dinner Saturday evening. Please contact Jon Williams around your club: the Cruisers are planning trips; ([email protected]) for more info. Yachting is setting up the regatta schedule; other groups The Isles Yacht Club will also host an FCYC Rendezvous that took the summer off are beginning their meetings; November 20 – 22. Billiards, corn hole, golf, tennis, bocce and a lot of you are returning from summer vacations – competitions and other events will be the order of the welcome home. day. Please contact the Isles Yacht Club for more info. Did you see your club all covered up with the tent- Government Affairs: There are no legislative issues ing? We’re happy that is over and we are termite-free. pertaining to yachting to be discussed in the upcoming It took a lot of work to prepare for the tenting and to Florida legislative session. get the club up and running afterward. Thanks to all, especially to Chef John, Dan, Tom and the staff. We still have a few items that are being completed: 2015 Officers, Directors, Awnings for the entrance way are ordered; Tommy Appointments & Trustees Meyer is adding some millwork in the Dry Dock; and CYC Officers we will be asking for donations for special looks. Rowland Milam Commodore Now that your club looks soooo good, hurry to visit, Johnny Cardosi Vice Commodore bring your friends and recruit new members. Ed Proefke Jr. Rear Commodore Greg Garner Treasurer Have a great month! Skip Moore Fleet Captain Dorothy Connor Secretary Tish Wold Immediate Past Commodore CYC Board Highlights Board of Directors At the Board of Directors meeting Aug. 20, 2015, Jim Coats Mike Jansen Collin Heimensen Chuck Sajeski the following actions were taken: Linda Humphers Tim Walsh l The move to CYC by Father Bob’s Youth Sailing Board of Trustees Program was approved. P/C David Billing Wayne Huneke l The slate of officers for 2016 was announced. P/C Dick Boblenz Harry Jamieson l Wed., Sept. 30 was approved as the date of record James Eaton P/C Gary Strohauer for eligibility to vote at the Annual Meeting, which Appointments will be Sat., Nov. 21. Fr. Bob Wagenseil Fleet Chaplain The September Board of Directors meeting will be Dr. Don Collins Fleet Surgeon Thurs., Sept. 24, 2015; the October BOD meeting Peggy Powell FCYC Director will be Wed., Oct. 14. Joe Slavin FCYC Alternate Director September Compass 3 Waterside Yachting By Skip Moore Fleet Captain By Tim Walsh Yachting Chairman

Welcome to September. Summer Ahoy everybody! BREAKING NEWS!!! may be coming to an end, but the boat- Your Yachting Committee is adding a NEW regatta to our ing season is still sailing on! Hope to see fall line-up. At this time, we are in the preliminary stages you on the docks, “where all the fun is!” of adding the “Leukemia Cup” to our October 2016 schedule. This will be an EXCITING EVENT to plan and we Some Nice Little Impeller Tricks can definitely use your GREAT ideas. So, please join us at There are any number of reasons why the Yachting Committee meetings. an impeller in an engine or pump you have on board may The spring and summer Beer Can races have been a go bad, among them improper operating conditions, a poor fabulous way for club members to get out on the water and operating environment, excessive wear or even simple old mix it up around the marks. I would like to offer a very age. Given the relative ease with which most impellers can be special THANK YOU to Tish Wold for her efforts to make inspected, it’s a good idea to periodically examine your entire these races possible! contingent, particularly if the stream of fluid that’s being The 2015 fall season kicks-off in October with the Clear- pumped (usually raw water) shows decreased flow. water Challenge. This race is a West Florida Performance Removing an old, beaten-up impeller is quite easy. You Handicap Racing Fleet (WFPHRF) Gulf Region Boat of merely use a screwdriver or pocketknife to pry the darn thing the Year (BOTY) event. This race will be a two-day event out. Inserting a new impeller, however, is often considerably which is scheduled for Saturday, October 31 – Sunday, more difficult. The cavity into which the impeller must be November 1, 2015. So, I hope you will plan to participate inserted is asymmetrical, after all, and it’s often tough to get either in the regatta or as a member of the Race Committee. all the rubber fins or vanes crammed in simultaneously. In preparation for the fall regattas, we will be holding a Here are a couple of things that may help: Race Committee 101 class for those of you who would like First, lubricate the fins as well as the cavity with some to learn about participating in regatta activities. The first sort of low-temperature grease. This will facilitate inser- class will be held at CYC on October 3rd, from 9:00 am to tion and also keep the fins or vanes from overheating while 1:00 pm and will include the amazing cold cut buffet. A they rotate, at least momentarily, without the cooling effect second class will be held in January 2016 just prior to the of the water or other liquid that the impeller is supposed winter races. to pump. Manufacturers often supply small tubes of such Our fall regatta schedule kicks-off after the Dunedin grease with their impeller replacement kits. Boat Club holds their Dunedin Cup Race on September Second, prior to an attempt at insertion, circumscribe the 26th. So, be sure to check out our full schedule for the fins with a tie- or cable-wrap, placing it at a point that is at upcoming season: least, say, one-quarter of an inch from the side of the impel- Clearwater Challenge October 31-November 1, 2015 ler that will go into the cavity first. Tighten the tie-wrap Carlisle Classic November 21 – 22, 2015 until the circumference of the impeller is slightly smaller Ted Irwin Memorial Sailathon December 5, 2015 than the cavity’s smallest diameter. 49er FX and Nacra 17 Worlds February 7 – 14, 2016 Third, slide the impeller well into the cavity (and on to the LMWE February 17 – 21, 2016 shaft that resides at its center), making sure that any pos- Snipe Midwinters March 13 – 15, 2016 sible fin ‘set’ accommodates the shaft’s direction of rota- Clark Mills April 2 – 3, 2016 tion. If the set seems to oppose the direction of rotation, simply flip the impeller over, reposition the cable-wrap, and Power boaters and sail boaters UNITE!! WE NEED continue as before. YOUR HELP… both on the water and on land during the The final step is easy. Once you’ve got the impeller regattas! So, I would like to encourage everyone to attend partially inserted, maintain pressure on the impeller while the Yachting Committee meetings. The Yachting Commit- removing the tie-wrap with shears, side-cutters, or some tee meets on the third Tuesday of the month, but always other appropriate tool, shove the impeller home, slap on a the Tuesday before the Board meeting. So, come and be a new gasket, and secure the housing cover. That’s it! part of the EXCITEMENT! Please feel free to contact me at [email protected] I look forward to seeing you at the club and on the with any questions or concerns. water! 4 September Compass Turnabout is fair play... and lots of fun to boot! September Compass 5

a no-stress, laid back learning approach for new sailors. You can start by observing from the motorboat. When you are ready to feel the wind in your sail, we’ll have an experienced sailor show you the ropes. Contact Captain Sandie Ramsden (727-581-6276, [email protected]) if you would like to learn to sail. By Mary Kay Delk, Bow Chasers Publicity September Sailing Schedule The Bow Chasers are ready to kick off another year of fun! September 8: Welcome back fun sail at the Clearwater Captain Sandie Ramsden set the tone by hosting our first Board Sailing Center. meeting at her lovely home. Yes, we made it all the way through the September 15: All Bow Chasers are encouraged to at- agenda despite the delicious food and perhaps one glass of wine. tend the FWSA general meeting hosted by the Luffing Party Plans Lassies. Contact First Delegate Theresa Haverkamp Cruise Captain Judy Umeck is planning our Fall Kick-off Party. Save (727-596-3055, [email protected]) for details. Saturday, October 3 for an event that is sure to be enjoyable. You September 22: Race Committee training, fleet mainte- can also look forward to our traditional celebrations, including the nance, lunch and pool party. Soup Cruise and the Holiday Party. September 29: Race 1 of Fall Series. Race Committee Join the Fun volunteers needed! One of the purposes of the Bow Chasers is to promote friendship through social activities—and our social activities are defi- Money, Money, Money nitely fun. If you are new to the club, joining the Bow Chasers is Have you paid your annual Bow Chasers dues? If not, please a great way to make new friends. leave a check for $20 in the CYC office. Come Sail Away Until next month, remember that the cure for any- Are you interested in learning to sail? The Bow Chasers offer thing is salt water.

By Fr. Bob Wagenseil, Junior Activities Six weeks of youth summer sailing camp ended Friday the 7th of August with our final graduation. It was a challeng- ing summer for us with more rain than any of us can remember followed by some of the hottest weather most of us have ever experienced. But through it all, we learned many new things, we set the bar high, we did our best to never give up, and most of all we made new friends and “made every moment count!” Now, we’re looking forward to doing well in school and to the start of our fall sailing programs. The final schedule and bless” to the entire CYC staff and members for helping to make program will be announced later this month but in the mean- Summer Camp 2015 a great success. time we close our summer camp by saying “thanks and God Wishing you “fair winds” and many blessings! Father Bob 6 September Compass It’s a bird! It’s a plane! It’s a HURRICANE! No, it’s a party! Miss Terry Williams and Susie & Tom Hofer staged a reen- actment of being caught without power in the middle of getting dressed, but that was the end of play-acting. Real weather poured in, drinks poured down and, as always, the laughter roared louder than the wind. September Compass 7

emptied the freezers and coolers to put together dinner for the party, which went off without a hitch. The storm co- incided well with the shutdown the following week, allow- By Ed Proefke, Jr., Rear Commodore ing staff and crew to put the club back together again and The Dinghy Poker Run finally arrived reopen for dinner Fri., Aug. 21. on Aug. 1, along with another line of heavy I was out of town for the employee turn-about party, but rain storms. The rains did not dampen the would like to express my thanks and gratitude to our great spirits of our ardent DPR warriors as they staff of employees at CYC. The party was held the after- braved the weather and went out on the water noon of Sun., Aug. 23 and was well-attended and enjoyed to party. The storms did chase our group in, but by our great CYC staff. everyone still had a good time rain or shine. Labor Day weekend is coming up soon and J.R. will Evidently an un-forecast hurricane roared through on entertain downstairs on the evening of Sat., Sept. 5. Plan to Aug. 15 during what was to be a formal party at CYC. Party come to CYC and enjoy the Labor Day weekend. goers still arrived in whatever they could grab to wear before Jazz night starts back in September. Also, watch constant being evacuated from their low lying homes in anticipation contact for information on the White Party to be held Sat., of a storm surge. Chef John and crew braved the storm and Sept. 19. Rock the Dock moves upstairs 8 September Compass

easy to learn! It seems to be a big favorite of the grandkids too. The Gulls are seriously looking for ladies who would like to get more involved in the group. Our Board elections are Gulls Tracks coming up in October, and we need ladies who would be By Joyce Jenkyn willing to put in a few hours each month as Gulls secretary, Gulls President treasurer, vice president or president. We have a volunteer for treasurer, but that still leaves three openings on the Board. Summer is almost over and school is starting. But the Plus we have several committees that need chairs – Commu- Gulls don’t get back to our formal meeting schedule until Sep- nications, Hospitality, Membership, etc. Actually these aren’t tember 9th. There won’t be a Gulls sponsored ladies luncheon really committees – it’s normally just one person, or maybe in September, but we’ll be fully back on track in October. two involved in each area. We need a better name for them! You might want to start thinking about who should By the way, our committee chairs are also Board members receive the Marie McMahon Fellowship Award this year when it comes to voting and making decisions. – the nominations will be accepted starting October 1 and Don’t forget our November 11 Boatique and Fashion Show ending October 31st. This annual award was established by with a Bobbles, Bangles & Beads section, and our biennial the CYC Gulls and Bow Chasers to honor the memory of Yard Sale on the Dock on March 5, 2016. Both of these events Marie McMahon. The criteria for receipt of the award are count on you to donate items which can be sold and provide as follows: a female who has been a member of CYC for at further gifts to CYC – and of course, give you a chance to do least 1 year, and who exemplifies and promotes friendship a little local shopping too! We will start collecting gently worn among ALL members of CYC at club functions throughout jewelry for the Boatique on October 1st, with October 21st the the year, and who participates in varied CYC activities. deadline. That will give us some time to organize, clean, and We are still gathering every Wednesday morning for conver- price the “jewels” received from our generous members. sation and games, etc., and then stay on for lunch. Come join We are always looking for new ideas for programs for the us in the Gulls Nest any Wednesday around 10:45 – we don’t coming season, so please give some thought to the kinds start quite as early in the summer… We’ve been playing domi- of things you would enjoy, and let me or Terri Freiberg nos – specifically “Chicken Foot” most weeks. It’s fun and very ([email protected]) know! Hope to see everyone soon. Keep cool ladies! IT’S UP TO YOU. BUT, YOU’RE The Book Club meets the 3rd Tuesday of every month at 6 NOT ALONE. p.m. in the Board Room. All members and their guests are welcome to join. After our book discussion, many of us stay for dinner. We’d love for you to join us. Please call Virginia at 447-6000 for reserva- While 51% of the nation’s wealth is held by women, close tions. You do not have to read the book to join and listen. to half are worried about outliving their wealth. Taking control of your finances can help you feel better, and we Our discussions are stimulating and fun. If you enjoy read- can get you started with a plan. See what a Raymond ing, this is the place to be! James advisor can do for you. LIFE WELL PLANNED. All books are predetermined by the members prior to discussion. Our upcoming meetings will feature the following selections: September 15 The Orphan Master’s Son By Adam Johnson Tish Wold, CFP Certified Financial Planner October 20 Euphoria 1215 Myrtle Ave // Clearwater, FL 33756 By Lily King T 727-451-3450 // F 727-493-0260 [email protected] // www.belleairwealth.com November 17 All the Light We Cannot See By Anthony Doerr ©2015 Raymond James Financial Services, Inc., member FINRA/SIPC. Securities offered through Raymond James Financial Services, Inc., member FINRA/SIPC. 15-BDMKT-1716 JW/CW 2/15 September Compass 9 New CYC Members By Johnny Cardosi, Vice Commodore At the Board of Directors meeting August 20, House & Grounds approved and dis- 2015, the following were approved for cussed several projects in our August meet- membership: ing. A few of those projects are below. Cynthia Peters & John Flynn The stained glass art work for the Ron Howell round lobby window in our entry should CYC welcomes back the following members be installed by the time you read this. who have rejoined: When completed the burgee stained David & Catherine Prince glass will be lighted for all to enjoy as If you see the pineapple flag on their tables, you enter the parking lot or the main please introduce yourself and give them a warm CYC welcome! entrance. I think it is beautiful and I trust you will, too. The clubhouse has been completely painted. No one re- calls when it was painted last, but it sure was time for a fresh We had great bartenders that served up lots of good refresh- coat. During the process I heard nothing but kudos for the ments. We sent Danielle off with a cake and a bucket of new look! Check out the new wood trim on the bottom of fun stuff from the staff. She will be missed!!! Good luck to the dry dock building columns, the staircases and the design her on her new job at All Children’s Hospital! Thanks to each on the building. Sharp!! Dan Geis has spent countless hours and every member that attended for your food contribution preparing the building for painting. I am sure everyone will and wonderful service you provided to our employees. I am enjoy the new look for years to come. sure the staff can’t wait until next year’s party. We have ordered beautiful new awning covers for the We are kicking off a Taco Tuesday to go with Chef main entrance and the dockside entrance. Due to the lead John’s Tuesday night specials. I hope to see a full house time to order material, sew and install, they are not yet every Tuesday! finished. The awnings will be dark blue to match the dark I look forward to seeing you around the club! blue color on the club house. Keep your umbrella handy until they are installed. We have repaired the front door at our main entry. As you probably have experienced it has been dragging on the deck and hanging open from time to time. All good now! You will also notice the large palm tree that was near the main entrance to the club is no longer there. Lightning struck it a few weeks ago and it had to be taken down. TIMBER…… If you didn’t drive by the club during the week, you missed seeing it covered with a brightly colored tent. We have exterminated those pesky dry wood termites. With a little wood repair we will be as good as new again. Please thank our entire CYC serving staff, kitchen staff, Chef John, Tom and Dan for a yeo- man’s job emptying the building and putting it back together again. Thank you all very much. If you missed the Employee Turnabout Party, you missed a great time. Lots of members brought a favorite dish for all to enjoy. We served fried fish, ribs, chicken (several varieties), potatoes, salad, rice dishes, gumbo, appetizers and oh, so many desserts. We grilled ham- burgers and steaks as well. 10 September Compass

By Ray and Arline Cutro, Cruising Chairs By Collin Heimensen, Membership Director The membership committee is The Cruisers took this month off to get ready for all the looking forward to an exciting September! great activities we have planned for the balance of the year: We had a great turnout at the new member breakfast on August 2nd; a good time was 2015 CRUISERS SCHEDULE had by all and the new members are enthusi- Sept. 18-20 Riviera Dunes astic about everything the Club has to offer. Oct. 8-11 Little Harbor Resort “Annual Cruise” – Ruskin We hosted a Happy Hour Event for the Summer Membership Program Participants Nov. 13-15 CYC Cruise-in theme; fresh catch fish fry on August 14th in the Grill Room. Many of the Summer Mem- Dec. 9 Cruiser Holiday Party bers attended, and it was a fun event. Dec. 30-Jan. 2 New Year’s Party We also hosted a mixer for the Youth Sailing Program Families on Friday, August 28th to showcase the Club. Many THE NEXT CRUISERS MEETING IS WED., SEPT. 9 AT 6:30 PM. of the families have expressed interest in joining. ANNUAL CRUISE TO LITTLE HARBOR RESORT: Oct 8-11 The refer-a-friend membership program is ending on Sep- The following is a summary of the fun-filled weekend we tember 30th. Now is a great time to encourage your friends have planned. The theme is “My Hero.” to join the club (so you can stop having to pay their bar tab October 8, Thursday: early check in at Village Marina, when they come visit). We are always looking forward to $1.50/ft, use Uber for shopping, golf and other transporta- meeting your friends and welcoming them to your Club! tion needs. Would anyone like to volunteer their vehicle? The September membership committee meeting will be October 9, Friday: check in at Village Marina at 6:00pm on September 2nd. Everyone is welcome and we l Relax around the pool or afternoon shopping at Ellenton look forward to hearing your ideas about how we can grow Outlets the membership of the Club. l AM Golf at Cypress Creek golf course; please indicate See you at the Club! your interest so I can make tee time ?? l Docktail party 6:00 pm; light buffet provided, BYO liquid refreshments CYC committees and organizations ommittees l My Hero contest, dress and act the part of hero or C heroine (prizes) Entertainment, Ed Proefke Jr. October 10, Saturday: Finance, Chuck Sajeski l Annual Cliff Wyatt Horseshoe Contest or tennis 10:30 am House & Grounds, Johnny Cardosi l Corn-hole contest (bean bag toss) 1:30 pm Junior Activities, Fr. Bob Wagenseil l Sequence and other games around the pool, rent a jet Membership, Collin Heimensen ski or just relax poolside Nominating Committee, Tish Wold l Ice cream party 3:30 pm Policy, Rowland Milam l Mr. and Mrs. CYC contest and poolside buffet provided, Waterside, Skip Moore cash bar; awards and prizes 6:30 pm Yachting, Tim Walsh October 11, Sunday, 8:30 to 9:30 am departure party CYC Organizations l Danish, Mimosas and coffee Bow Chasers, Sandie Ramsden Estimated cost $40/person payable to Raymond Cutro at the September Cruisers meeting or you can drop your check Cruising, Ray and Arline Cutro off to Virginia at the club; last minute at check-in at the Gulls, Joyce Jenkyn resort is ok. I need an approximate count no later than the Ship’s Store, Cindi Page end of September. Compass Please look at our new Cruisers logo shirts, they are Co-Editors Tina Fitzgerald, Linda Humphers sharp and promote interest in CYC cruising activities. Photo contributors: VC Johnny Cardosi, Mary Kay Peck They can be purchased by calling Sandy at Uniform Delk, Linda Humphers, Austin Taylor, Fr. Bob Wagenseil, Nametape: 813-839-6737. Terry Williams Let’s keep on Cruising! The deadline for all copy, ads and photos is the Friday Ray & Arline Cutro 727-365-9653 following the Board of Directors’ meeting each month. September Compass 11

As a treat, JR Connections is playing General Manager’s Letter Saturday the 5th, from 5:00-8:00! By Tom Brusini, General Manager

Can it really be September Grounds, Yachting…they’re all listed, On Wednesday, September 9th, already? Time flies when you’re including the times. And remember – we’re bringing back Jazz Night. Rear enjoying your private club with all if you go to one, it doesn’t mean you Commodore/ Entertainment Chair your friends! Thank you all for your have to attend every month. Come Ed Proefke thought it would be nice support in August – typically one of and see us! to have some smooth jazz on the our toughest months. Even during 2nd Wednesday of the month. the summer months, we still try to How about that Hurricane have plenty of activities for all to Shutdown party? I don’t think we We all wish Danielle Largent enjoy – dock parties, sailing, cruising, could have ordered it to rain like it much success in her new career dining and dancing! did…perfect! Thanks to all attendees in the medical field – I miss her for helping to bring the awning in, already! Have you joined a committee yet? moving tables and chairs under cover, If you’re one of our newer members, and staying late and partying! As always, my door is open to any you might seriously consider it – it’s ideas or suggestions you might have one of the best ways to meet new Labor Day weekend is just around for our fine club, from party ideas people. Check our calendar – most the corner – make your plans now to to money-saving thoughts! meetings are during the week, and join us for a fun day in the sun. The At your service, after the meetings many stay for waterslide will return, as usual, along I remain dinner. Entertainment, House & with an awesome cookout dockside! Tom

Save Club Dining Hours Tiki Hut Hours Tuesday-Thursday 11:30-9:00 Tuesday-Thursday 6:00-10:00 these Friday & Saturday 11:30-9:30 Friday 2:00-closing Dates Sunday Breakfast 9:00-1:00 Saturday & Sunday 11:00-closing September Events Thursday 17th Sunday 11th Water Aerobics 10:30 New Member Orientation 10:30 Tuesday 1st Friday 18th Tuesday 13th Water Aerobics 10:30, House & Grounds 6:00 Cruisers to Riviera Dunes Bow Chasers Wednesday 2nd Tuesday 22nd Waterside 5:45, Entertainment 6:00 Gulls Social 10:30, Membership 6:30 Bow Chasers boat scrub, lunch & pool party Yachting 7:00 Thursday 3rd Water Aerobics 10:30, Trustees 5:30 Wednesday 14th Water Aerobics 10:30 Wednesday 23rd Gulls BOD 10:30 Friday 4th Gulls Social 10:30 Policy 5:00, Board of Directors 6:00 Waterslide arrives for the weekend Thursday 24th Thursday 15th Monday 7th Water Aerobics 10:30, Policy 5:00 Clearwater Jazz Holiday begins Board of Directors 6:00, Bingo Night games at 7:30 Labor Day Cookout 12:00-5:00 Tuesday 20th th Tuesday 8th Tuesday 29 Bow Chasers Club closed for lunch, re-opens at 5:00 Bow Chasers fall series race 1, Water Aerobics 10:30 Trustees 5:30, Book Club 6:00 th Bow Chasers fun sail at CCSC, Water Aerobics 10:30 Wednesday 30 Wednesday 21st Entertainment 6:30 Gulls Social 10:30, Sailors Table 7:00 Gulls social 10:30 th Wednesday 9 October Events Saturday 24th Gulls Social 10:30, Cruisers 6:30, Jazz Night Halloween Party Thursday 10th Sunday 4th Sunday 25th Water Aerobics 10:30, Finance 6:00 Blessing of the Pets 1:00 Kids Halloween Party Saturday 12th Tuesday 6th Tuesday 27th Children’s Reading Group 10:00 Bow Chasers Bow Chasers Halloween regatta & lunch Sunday 13th Wednesday 7th Wednesday 28th New Member Orientation 10:30 Gulls social 10:30, Membership 6:30 Gulls sponsored ladies luncheon Tuesday 15th Cruisers 6:30, Jazz Night Sailors Table 7:00 Bow Chasers FWSA meeting, Water Aerobics 10:30 Thursday 8th Thursday 29th Waterside 5:45, Book Club 6:00, Yachting 7:00 Land Cruisers 5:00, Finance 6:00 Bingo Night games start at 7:30 Wednesday 16th Friday 9th Saturday 31st Gulls social 10:30, Bow Chasers Board 6:00 Cruisers Annual Cruise to Ruskin Clearwater Challenge 12 September Compass NEW: CYC Children’s Help CYC turn Green Reading Group CYC’s Book Club is starting a reading group featuring well-known children’s authors reading their books to youngsters and leading discussions with them. Following the discussion group, the Book Club volunteers (some of Clearwater Yacht Club whom are retired educators) will help the children write their own stories with accompanying has gone blue to turn GREEN! drawings. Card stock, pencils and crayons will be provided by Check out the blue recycle bins on the dock the Yacht Club. and at the Tiki Bar for all your throways in plastic, Our first children’s author will be Demetra Tsavaris- Lecourezos, who will read from her book Young World glass, paper and steel. Travelers and the Magical Crystal Globe on Sat., Sept. 12, at Sponsoring recycling at CYC 10 a.m. in the Dry Dock. This reading is best suited for children who are in the first to fifth grades. for the month of September is Children must be accompanied by an adult. For reserva- Theresa Haverkamp! tions, call Virginia at 727-447-6000 a few days before the event. This event is open to the public free of charge. Thank you, Theresa! For those who would like to stay for lunch, both a children’s menu and a regular menu will be available. Credit cards will be accepted for those who are not members of CYC.

Clearwater Yacht Club 830 S. Bayway Blvd. Clearwater, FL 33767 Phone: 727 447 6000 Email: [email protected] Website: www.clwyc.org

CYC Staff Tom Brusini General Manager John Yingling Executive Chef Virginia Vollenweider Office Manager Michelle Geis Accounting Manager Dan Geis Maintenance Supervisor Lori Horton Dockmaster