the Cat Cayer 20 16 spring House Our New Executive HOP Chef Clinic Update Letter from your Board President calendar of events / Spring 2016 Dear friends, HOUSE RULES REMINDER June Monday, June 27th – Friday, July 1st I hope this note finds you and your family well. The Summer Season is here and the island will be filled with Cat Cay Kids‘ Camp Cat Cay Members and Guests. This is a good time to review As we enter the summer season, our social committee — along with our management Cat Cay Yacht Club several of the Club’s House Rules with your Children and team — has many events planned and we are all looking forward to seeing you and your July 1050 Lee Wagener Blvd. Guests to ensure the enjoyment of your fellow Club Members. Saturday, July 2nd families this summer. Suite 106 Spearfishing Challenge • Sponsoring members must be certain that their guests are Fort Lauderdale, FL 33315 One of our most important events is our Clinic fundraiser which is scheduled to take registered in the Cat Cay Office immediately upon arrival Sunday, July 3rd place over Memorial Day weekend. As I am sure you will agree, the Clinic is a vitally Phone: (954) 359-9575 on the island. Independence Day Celebration important part of our Club and I ask for your generous participation. Fax: (954) 359-6427 • Pets must be leashed when on Club property. Pets are Friday, July 29th – Sunday, July 31st The above address is used for Many projects have been completed over the past several months in anticipation not allowed in the swimming pool or inside the NautiCat Live Entertainment @ Bu’s Bar all mail and small packages of your arrival and your Board of Directors is constantly working on new projects as Restaurant. They are allowed on the deck of the NautiCat being sent to and from the August well as supporting our team to elevate your membership experience. We have a new and Bu’s Bar as long as they are leashed and do not dis- island daily. Monday, August 1st Executive Chef who we are all excited to welcome into our Cat Cay family. Please join rupt the enjoyment of other members. For Reservations and Lobster Season Opens Information you may contact me in welcoming Chef Beat Meier who comes to us with 39 years of culinary experience • Children are eligible to drive a golf cart at the age of 12 the Cat Cay office phone in the in the club and hospitality industry. provided they pass the Cat Cay drivers course. Children 14 Bahamas at: September and older are allowed to drive provided that they observe Saturday, September 3rd (242) 347-3565 Interest in our Club remains strong, with our membership capped and five future the rules of the road and not found driving recklessly. Op- Labor Day Family Pirate Party Fax: (242) 347-3564 members on the waitlist and several applicants moving through the vetting process. erators found driving recklessly will be suspended from Ft. Lauderdale Office Hours: Our real estate activity also remains active both on re-sales and lot sales as well Monday - Friday driving. October 8:30 am - 5:00 pm as docks and multiple plans are being submitted for both new construction as well as Saturday, October 29th • All Members and Guests must wear cover-ups and col- renovations. Guest Chef’s Cooking Class & Dinner Island Office Hours: lared or non-collared shirts with sleeves at Bu’s Bar, the 7 days a week This is a great time to be on the island and I, along with our management team, hope NautiCat, Market, and Boutique. Shirts and shoes must 8:30 am - 5:00 pm November to see you soon. If you have any questions or need any assistance in planning your next be worn at all times in public areas with the exception of Thursday, November 24th Cat Cayer Newsletter is visit, please do not hesitate to contact the island office. the pool and beach. Proper sports shirts and shoes are re- Thanksgiving Day Dinner published by Cat Cay Yacht quired on the Tennis Courts. No jeans, shorts, or flip flops Club Ltd., Cat Cay, Bahamas. Friday, November 25th Submission of articles, Thank you, are allowed in the Victoria Dining Room. Post-Turkey Trot & Tree Lighting Ceremony announcements, or photos for • Music played in public (including the beach, boats in the publication should be emailed to Michael Skenian Saturday, November 26th Joanna Santana at: marina, golf carts, and homes) should be keep at a volume President, Cat Cay Yacht Club Annual Wahoo Tournament [email protected] such that others in the neighboring area cannot hear it. Saturday, November 26th Printing courtesy of: • Club Management is authorized to censure or suspend CCYC Commodore’s Ball Colonial Press from Club premises any person who violates the Club Rules or whose conduct in their judgement is such to war- December rant suspension. Suspension shall take place immediately Sunday, December 25th and shall be reported promptly to the House Committee Christmas Day Dinner for further action. Further action may include lengthy and Friday, December 30th extended suspension or permanent expulsion from the Cat Cay Winter Olympics island. Saturday, December 31st Cat Cay is a sanctuary for the enjoyment of its members and New Year’s Eve Celebration their families. The above rules are designed to help everyone have a safe and fun time on the island. Thank you for your help. The House Committee A TRADITION Cat Cay’s Annual Easter House Hop Normally in charge of the business of boating, the Club’s Commodore takes on the role of chief “house hunter” and asks all new homeowners to participate. Commodore Mauricio Quirch asked this year to an enthusiastic Guillermo and Lisette Quirch, Rene Garcia and Luis and Ana Machado, who participated. Members and guests were treated to a special night visiting Far Niente (Quirch), Villa Jacavi (Garcia) and Casa Luna (Machado). The homeowners offered tasty treats themselves and the Club provided a bar, servers and bartenders at each residence, serving the island’s signature drink: the Cat Cay special. Why participate? “I picked to have a home on Cat Cay because of its privacy, proximity, security, friendly staff and it’s family-oriented membership,” said homeowner Luis Machado. “…and this is a great way to meet your neighbors and fellow members,” he continued. He and The egg hunt isn’t the only tradition his wife, Ana, finished construction on Casa Luna — that that takes place on Cat Cay every Easter. boasts a timeless Dutch-Caribbean architecture — in Each year, the island hosts the annual House Hop where new owners open their homes and invite fellow members to June of 2015 and spend time there with their children step in and be treated to mouth-watering hors d’oeuvres and refreshing cocktails. Mikel, Nikolette, and Navila. Guillermo and Lisette Quirch and Rene Garcia are This year’s event took place on Saturday, March 26 from 6pm to 10pm. also recent owners and are enjoying having their own little slice of our island paradise. Known for its casual, laid-back ambiance, Cat Cay’s House Hop really represents the friendly character we take pride in at the Club. And well, it’s somewhat like an egg hunt but instead of searching for colored eggs, the hunt is on for old and new friends, great food and drinks and the warm and friendly atmosphere Cat Cay is known for. Welcome To Our Make it a Memorable New Members! Memorial Day on Cat Cay Cornelis & Ananda Wit On Saturday, May 28, during the island’s Memorial Day festiv- Boca Raton, FL ities, the Cat Cay Medical Clinic Foundation hosts its fourth annual Sponsors: Michael Skenian and Lane & Leticia Bess fundraising dinner and auction. Featuring a casual, Caribbean theme, Luis Machado Watsonville, CA the event will once again be hosted by actor — and Cat Cay’s own — Children: Chelsea, Courtney and Enrique Murciano. Murciano will emcee the one and only event held been an indispensible tool in working with Cameron to raise funds for the island’s clinic and as usual, will boast a bevy of critical patients that need off-island transfer- Sponsors: Lester Quam and Robert Cury coveted items. This year’s up-for-grabs items include jewelry, Jimmy ring for treatment. Helena Cisneros-Alzetta & Buffett concert tickets, wine, trips and much more. The foundation Aside from special projects such as these, Filippo Alzetta hopes to raise between $200-$300k, with all proceeds going directly the clinic is a safe haven — everyday — for Pinecrest, FL to the clinic. Children: Ricardo and Camilla those seeking medical attention. In 2015, 687 Sponsors: Oswaldo Cisneros Andres & Silvana Cisneros The mission of the Clinic is to deliver top-quality, free healthcare patient visits were charted for an average of 13 and Mauricio Quirch Key Biscayne, FL to the many Bahamians that live on Cat Cay and provide emergency visits per week.“The collection of 35 volunteer Children: Alejandro, Andrea and Nicolas support to the many members and guests that visit the island each doctors provided 52 weeks of uninterrupted Sponsors: Oswaldo Cisneros and year. Open for emergencies on any day and at any time, the clinic Mauricio Quirch coverage and we remain grateful for their is also available for non-acute situations during their regular office thankless dedication to our island communi- Boland & Andrea Jones hours. Atlanta, GA ty,” continues Hicks. Children: Ansley, Bo and The monies raised at the annual event go to fund the clinic’s day- Beyond these most notable programs and Braden to-day operating expenses.