The Watch, June 2021

The

Watch

JUNE 2021

Safe Harbor - Peninsula Yacht Club

GENERAL MANAGER MESSAGE Dear Members, June is a wonderful time when boaters are out enjoying the lake. The clubhouse is filled with members, their families and guests. Thank you so much for the support you give to your Club.

A big thank you to Chef Andrés and his culinary team for presenting another great menu for our members to enjoy. If you haven’t tried the Seared Chilean Sea Bass or the Whole Lightly Battered Branzino Fish, it will be a must to try. For vegetarians the Seared Cauliflower Steaks and the Asian Rice Noodles are two favorites.

The pool is open everyday starting in June. Please remember that outside food and beverage is prohibited. Our very own Membership and Marketing Director, Clair Knox will start up her water aerobics classes this month also!

Our Wine Down Cruises on the Nopkehee are every Wednesday and they have been very popular this year.

Please register online if you would like to secure your spot to watch the beautiful sunset on Lake Norman.

The Car Show, sponsored by the Fleet Committee, has been rescheduled for June 5th along with the Day at the Lake, which will be on the back lawn. It will be a great day to come to the SHPYC. Commodore's Hours will start again on June 11th in the bar and library.

Our Summer Camps begin this month! It is always a great time for our Club Kids to have fun during their summer break.

The next Member Mixer will be June 25th. It is a great time to meet new members as well as see your member friends. Complimentary beer and appetizers will be served in the Commodore;'s Room and back lawn. We will also offer a Member charge bar.

As always, it is a pleasure to serve you.

Kathee Dishner General Manager

EMPLOYEE OF THE QUARTER

Congratulations to our Employee of the Quarter, Jarrett Cortese, our Dishwasher! He will step in anytime to help others! He is diligent and hard working. He also has a great sense of humor. He is wonderful asset to the Team.

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MANAGER OF THE QUARTER

A big congratulations to Nikole Taylor, our Events Manager. She came to us as an events director in 2020 and then COVID hit, so she jumped in to help every department. Now that events are back, she is hitting the floor running and exceeding members' and guests' expectations. She is bubbly and has a welcoming personality. She is a delight to have on the Team.

CLUB EVENTS WELCOME NEW MEMBERS Mark & Mari Andrekovich Ronald & Maryann Bruce Heather & Derek Burch Eric & Angela Burgess Jerry & Jessica Burgess Charlie & Christine Byrne Jeff & Brandy Church Nidia Clement

Kari Clemente Brian & Molly Duffy Jeffrey & Jamie Dunnavant Darrell & Laura Freeman Nicole & Robert Holczman Matthew & Rachel Littlejohn Calvin Marlowe & Courtney Coltrane Craig & Kristen Morris

Jeff & Amber Mulligan Joseph & Carolyn Rusnak Jeff & Melanie Tackeberry James & Corina Thomas C. Gabriel & Ioana Veverita Susan Weir and Trish Weekly Greg & Tara White James & Katie Williams

Member Mixer Friday, June 25 5:30 - 7:00 PM Commodore's Room

Enjoy light hors d’oeuvres and complimentary draft beer, as you mingle with our new members and get to know our current members.

All new and current members are welcome!

Please register online.

Music while you dine!

Dining Room

With Steve Brown

Friday, June 4 6:00 - 9:00 PM Call to make your reservation 704-999-2235

Thirsty

THURSDAYS

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PRICE

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sElECt bottlEs of wInE

*$49 & Under

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Salad & Baked Potato Bar THURSDAY, JUNE 17 5:00 -9:00 PM Dining Room This will be offered in addition to our A’ la carte menu.

Please call for reservations 704-999-2235

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DAY AT THE LAKE A PROSPECTIVE MEMBER EVENT Saturday, June 5 | 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM Back Lawn

FOR YOUR FRIENDS THAT MIGHT BE INTERESTED IN MEMBERSHIP TIM COOK BAND | BLOW UP SLIDE HOTDOGS | HAMBURGERS | CHIPS POP CORN | COTTON CANDY | SNOW CONES BEER SAMPLES UNTIL THEIR GONE

PARTICIPATING VENDORS:

WAKESURF DEMOS | BOAT SHOWINGS

TALLEY'S PIER 77 | MARINE MAX SEA TOW CAREFREE BOAT CLUB AMERICAS BOATING CLUB OF LKN COAST GUARD AUXILARY

BOATING SAFETY CHECKS | MEMBERSHIP TOURS RSVP to Clair Knox at Cknox@PeninsulaYacht.com

Old & New

CAR SHOW A PYC Fleet Committee Hosted Event

Saturday, June 5 THE SHPYC PARKING LOT

FREE REGISTRATION FREE FOR SPECTATORS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

Judging Categories: Best Car | Best Truck Best Motorcycle Peoples Choice Judging based on “CLEAN & SHINE” with emphasis on “ORIGINALITY”

All Cars, Trucks, SUVs & Motorcycles Welcome Arrival & Registration 8:00 am - 9:00 am Judging 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Announcements & Awards 12:00 pm

Kids Activities | Concessions Available

Please note there is a 48-Hr Cancellation Policy on all Club events.

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CLUB EVENTS

COMMODORE’S HOURS Come Take A Ride on Nopkehee Wednesday Nights 6:30 - 8:30 PM

Wine Down Cruises We will offer White Wine, Beer, Cheese and Light Hors d’oeuvres $30+ per person

8 people maximum per cruise.

Please register online.

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STARTING JUNE 11 Fridays 6:00 - 7:30 PM Bar and Library

The perfect opportunity to socialize with other members and make new friends.

Complimentary Appetizers Member Charge Bar | $3 Draft Beer

CLUB EVENTS Chef Andrés’

Spanish Paired Wine Dinner Saturday, June 12 | 6:30 PM Commodore’s Room

FIRST COURSE ROLLITO DE MARISCOS Eggroll, Lobster, Crab & Shrimp, Spanish Aioli Sauce Wine Pairing: Taus Blanco

SECOND COURSE RODAJAS DE PECHUGA DE PATO Pan Seared Duck Breast, Spanish Omelette, Red Beet Puree, Pearl Onions, Micro Beets, Duck Reduction Glaze Wine Pairing: Taus Seleccion

THIRD COURSE LUBINA CHILENA Pan Seared Chilean Sea Bass, Pisto Espanol, Basil Oil Wine Pairing: Taus Joven

FOURTH COURSE ARROZ CON LECHE & CHURROS Creamy Rice Milk with Crunchy Chocolate Churros Wine Pairing: Cepas Viejas Old Vines

$50+ for level 1 and Non-Wine Society Members Please register online.

Hurricane Glass Painting Saturday, June 26 5:30 - 7:00 PM Commodore's Room

$20+

GIRLS NIGHT! Come to create your very own hurricane glass.

Will be serving Flatbreads and Salad.

Member Charge Bar

REGISTER ONLINE Please note there is a 48-Hr Cancellation Policy on all Club events.

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CLUB EVENTS

Sunday, June 13 2:00 - 4:00 PM Commodore's Room DJ Music Assorted Ice Cream and Toppings $8++ Per person Best sundae creations will get the opportunity to be on the desssert menu.

Please register online

Join us for a FREE

PERSONAL WATER CRAFT Youth Safety Seminar

Sponsored by the Calvin Newman Fund & The PYC

SATURDAY, JUNE 26 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Commodore’s Room REGISTER ONLINE FOR THIS FREE EVENT WWW.PENINSULAYACHT.COM/CNF

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CLUB EVENTS Menu to include:

Omelettes made to order Sausage • Bacon • Grits Watermelon • Mixed Fruit Assorted Cereals • Assorted Yogurts Waffle Bar • Assorted Danish • Bread Display Pork Kabobs • Snow Crab Legs Chicken Alfredo Pasta • Oysters Rockefeller Carved Prime Rib Assorted Salads • Succotash Sautéed Mushrooms & Cherry Tomatoes Roasted Broccoli • Herb Butter Rice Assorted Desserts

DEEP STRETCH

YOGA

with Ilse

WEDNESDAYS | 10:00 AM | $10+ Commodore’s Room Must have a minimum of 5 people.

We ask that members bring their own mats.

We will provide sanitized blocks and straps.

Please register online.

WATER SPORTS SAFETY SEMINAR

Sunday, June 27 | 9:00 - 11:00 AM | Commodore's Room | No charge Want to keep your riders safe this summer? This event includes 1 hour of classroom training and 1 hour of on the water demonstration.

The course will teach you how to properly tow wake surfers, tubers, skiers and wakeboarders, and provide an overview of the signals to be used between the driver and riders. Continental Breakfast will be provided. Let’s make this a safe and fun summer! Max 8 adults.

Please register online.

Taught by Tyler Rhyne, with over 10 yrs experience teaching wakeboard and wakesurf lessons.

Please note there is a 48-Hr Cancellation Policy on all Club events.

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STARTING JUNE 1 POOL HOURS ARE

10:00 AM - 8:00 PM NO RESERVATIONS NEEDED Please continue to check in with the Pool Team Member at each visit.

Outside food and beverage, including alcohol, is not permited.

THANK YOU

WATER AEROBICS

$10 Class

TUESDAYS AND THURSDAYS, STARTING JUNE 3 9:30 AM

TAUGHT BY OUR VERY OWN CLAIR KNOX We will get your heart rate up while having a little fun in the water!

PLEASE REGISTER ONLINE

SATURDAY, JUNE 25 6:00 - 9:00 PM | $16+ Pool Menu: Pizza, Watermelon, Cookies, Lemonade, Water Movie: Raya and The Last Dragon

Parents must stay on Club property.

Children must be bathroom independent.

Please register online.

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CRAB & CLAM BOIL SATURDAY JULY 3 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM

ADULTS $60++ | KIDS 4-12 $30++

DINING ROOM/VERANDA/COMMODORE'S ROOM/LAWN

SERVED FAMILY STYLE MARISCO SALAD, HUSHPUPPIES CRAB, CLAMS, SHRIMP, CORN, POTATOES, ANDOUILLE SAUSAGE, ONIONS PEACH COBBLER & VANILLA ICE CREAM

Live Music

7:00 PM - 10:00 PM

NO À LA CARTE DINING

PLEASE MAKE RESERVATIONS ONLINE

INDEPENDENCE DAY BUFFET SUNDAY, JULY 4 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM

DINING ROOM/VERANDA ADULTS $21++ | KIDS 4-12 $12++ Menu: Red, White & Blue Salad, Potato Salad, Watermelon, Pulled Pork, Bratwurst, Hamburgers, BBQ Chicken, Lattice Chips, Cole Slaw, Mixed Fruit, Baked Beans Strawberry & Blueberry Shortcake

NO À LA CARTE DINING CALL FOR RESERVATIONS 704-999-2235 Please note there is a 48-Hr Cancellation Policy on all Club events.

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BOATING & MARINA NEWS Anchoring on Lake Norman can be very tricky. The bottom of Lake Norman, in most cases, if very soft and hard to get anchor to take hold. Having the right ground tackle is very important.

Marina Manager Reminder

Remember these important tips when anchoring.

1. Make sure you have the proper size/ weight anchor for the size boat you have.

2. Having chain as part of your anchor rode rope can be very helpful.

3. Typically plow and fluke/danforth anchors are preferred.

4. When in doubt pay out more rode…see diagram to the left.

5. Remember if you don’t have a automatic windless and you are the “anchor yanker” make sure you throw anchor in a depth your willing to retreive!!

Watercraft safety PYC has a number of fun watercraft for your enjoyment. No cost to you but we do require them to always be signed out. Although fun, these watercrafts must be taken seriously! Throughout the summer the marina can be very busy with boat traffic, so if using the watercraft make sure you stay aware at all times.

PYC Watercraft Rules 1. Approach blind spots with caution!

2. All watercraft must be signed out from Ship’s Store.

3. PFD’s must be worn at all times.

4. Paddles and PFD’s must be returned to store and watercraft signed back in.

5. Sailboats can only be checked out by experienced individuals.

6. You must be at least 16 years old to check out any watercraft.

7. Be aware of other vessels at all times throughout the marina.

Important statistics from www.americancanoe.org • 85% of canoe fatalities were not wearing a lifejacket.

• 48% of kayak fatalities were not wearing a lifejacket • Experienced paddlers are four times as likely to wear their lifejackets.

• Lifejackets not only provide additional flotation in case of a capsize or unexpected swim, but they also provide an essential layer of warmth in cold water.

• Wear It! Lifejackets Matter.

• Paddlers need to be aware of a few “Rules of the Road” when sharing resources with other marine traffic.

Importantly, keep a proper lookout. Remember to be courteous to other boaters and law enforcement officers. They’re there to help you to be safe and have fun.

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FLEET COMMITTEE NEWS The Ed Sherrard Memorial Power Boater of the Year Award was established a number of years ago by the PYC to encourage participation in the broad range of events hosted by the club and Fleet Committee. Ed was an active member of the club and enjoyed supporting his fellow boaters in maximizing their enjoyment of our beautiful lake.

Points are awarded for a wide range of the Peninsula Yacht Club activities and extend beyond powerboat events (Raft-Ups, Lakewide History Tours, Poker Run, and many others) to include credit for volunteer participation in key club efforts as well as completion of the educational and safety seminars that keep our members safe. The winner receives recognition in our club publications, a plaque, and a $100 gift card.

We are off to an active boating season, with four point-eligible events completed to date: the Lakewide History Tour and Scavenger Hunt in April, and our first Raft-up and the Fleet Commissioning/Shrimp Fest in May. Note that we also recognize all safety seminars – whether sponsored by our club or another organization – with an award of 5 points for each event attended, to a maximum of 15 points.

Parents are eligible for credit for all Calvin Newman Fund Youth Safety Seminars if they also attend, via Zoom, with the next seminar scheduled for June 26th.

The Ed Sherrard Power Boater of the Year Award is an enjoyable, competitive challenge that takes place every year, so please join in on the fun. For further information on the award, or to report your participation in a safety seminar by an organization other than the PYC, please contact Power Fleet Captain Pamela Black, pamela.black@kw.com.

Mike Lang, Power Fleet Commander

Electric Shock Drowning Education Saturday, June 19 | 10:00 am GAS DOCK

Electric Shock Drowning (ESD), outside of CO poisoning, is the other silent killer around marinas. Every year someone dies/drowns due to swimming in and around docks, piers, etc. Anywhere there is electricity there will ALWAYS be a threat of electrocution while swimming! Take advantage of this free class to learn more about this growing issue in marinas.

Please register online.

Please note there is a 48-Hr Cancellation Policy on all Club events.

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SAILING NEWS Several boats from Lake Norman hit the road in April to sail in the 25th anniversary of Charleston Race Week. While last year’s regatta was canceled due to the pandemic, and social distancing kept this year’s on shore festivities scaled back, nearly 175 boats from all over the country showed up to celebrate a return to racing.

The Peninsula Yacht Club was represented by 2 boats in the J/88 class. Alchemy – skippered by 16 year old John Polek, and Blue – skippered by Brian O’Malley who led his boat to a 4th place finish overall in the class. The Lake Norman Yacht Club was represented by Pete Marriott & Ken Corsig in their VX-One Magic 8 Ball.

Alchemy is headed to Chicago in June to compete in the Columbia Yacht Club COLORS regatta and the Helly Hansen NOOD regatta.

Mark your calendars and save the date for this year’s Peninsula Cup Regatta October 2nd/3rd. Whether it is entering your boat or crewing on someone else’s, we are looking forward to seeing you there. With COVID restrictions easing, we are planning to add back in land based festivities and planning a couple of new twists that aim to make this the best Peninsula Cup yet!

Greg Polek, Sail Fleet Captain

PYC SOCIAL SAIL

Saturday, June 12 | 12:00 - 3:00 PM Join the PYC Sail Fleet for this Social Sailing event.

No entry fee required.

more details and registration online.

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2021 FLEET COMMITTEE

Vince Waktins Past Commodore

Jim Hill Commodore

Gary Treen Steve Hosler Vice Commodore Rear Commodore

FLEET COMMITTEE MEETING

Saturday, June 12 | 9:30 AM

The Fleet Committee is charged with the responsibility of providing insight to the management of the Club on the interests and best practices for all Peninsula Yacht Club members.

SOCIAL COMMITTEE MEETING

Thursday, June 3 | 6:00 PM

The Social Committee is the perfect opportunity to get involved in club events and meet other members!

Jacob Bachman Treasurer

Yolanda Jones Purser

DRESS CODE

Charlie Hahl Secretary

VERANDA

Bathing suit coverups required. Shorts, T-shirts and bluejeans allowed.

DINING ROOM & MEMBERS

Chris Slocum Fleet Captain

Mike Lang Power Fleet Ensign

James Pagano Pamela Black Tim Harbick Greg Polek Power Fleet Captain Power Fleet Commander Sail Fleet Captain Sail Fleet Commander

Deb Agostsinelli Sail Fleet Ensign, Junior Sailing

David Krippene Sail Fleet Ensign, Race Committee

Jan Kurdin Social Chairman

Mike Hauser Education & Safety

All day Sundays and after 5 pm Dressy Casual: Long pants, dressy denim or dressy shorts allowed.

Collared shirts are required. No T-shirts or torn, frayed or excessively worn denim allowed.

Bare feet and tank tops are not permitted in the Club at any time. Shirts are required at all times.

Members and guests are expected to remove their hats in the Dining Room.

CLUB CONTACTS MAIN LINE | 704-892-9858

DINING ROOM | 704-999-2235

SHIP’S STORE | 704-996-8575

General Manager Kathee Dishner 704-892-9858 kdishner@peninsulayacht.com

Dining Room Manager Derek Kraack 704-892-9858 ext: 2032 drmanager@peninsulayacht.com

Events Director Nikole Taylor 704-892-9858 ext: 2022 events@peninsulayacht.com

Assistant General Manager Jeff Barry 704-892-9858 jbarry@peninsulayacht.com

Assistant Dining Room & Sommelier Monica Scott 704-999-2235 beverage@peninsulayacht.com

Reservations Manager Katherine Armitage 704-999-2235 reservations@peninsulayacht.com

Club Accountant Ellen H. Gury 704-892-9858 ext: 2036 ehgury@peninsulayacht.com

Executive Chef Andres Saborido 704-892-9858 ext: 2024 chef@peninsulayacht.com

Membership & Marketing Director Clair Knox 704-892-9858 ext: 2031 cknox@peninsulayacht.com

Marina & Aquatics Manager Harry Smith 704-892-9858 ext: 2028 hsmith@peninsulayacht.com

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THE PENINSULA YACHT CLUB

PRSRT STD U.S. POSTAGE

18501 Harbor Light Blvd.

Cornelius, NC 28031 704-892-9858 | www.PeninsulaYacht.com

PAID

CORNELIUS, NC PERMIT NO. 1

RETURN SERVICE REQUESTED

Dining Room

RESERVATIONS ONLY Monday

Tuesday Wednesday Thursday - Saturday Sunday

Pool Hours

Marina Hours

11:00 am - 3:00 pm CLOSED 11:00 am - 9:00 pm 11:00 am - 10:00 pm 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday & Saturday Sunday

RESERVATIONS ONLY

9:00 am - 6:00 pm 9:00 am - 6:00 pm 9:00 am - 6:00 pm 9:00 am - 6:00 pm 9:00 am - 8:00 pm 9:00 am - 7:00 pm

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Pool Open 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM Pool Closed for Cleaning 12:30 PM - 2:30 PM Pool Open* 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM Pool Closed for Cleaning 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM Pool Open 5:30 PM - 6:00 PM Pool Closed for Cleaning 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Pool Open

*Saturdays & Sundays, time will be 12:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Sunday Sunday Sunday

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SUNDAY BRUNCH

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SUNDAY BRUNCH Family Ice Cream Social 2:00 - 4:00 PM

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FATHER'S DAY BRUNCH

DINING CLOSES AT 3:00 PM SUNDAY BRUNCH

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ADULT WATER SPORTS SAFETY SEMINAR 9:00 - 11:00 AM

CASUAL SUNDAYS

7 LUNCH 11:00 - 3:00 PM

CASUAL SUNDAYS

CASUAL SUNDAYS

Monday Monday Monday

14 LUNCH 11:00 - 3:00 PM

21 LUNCH 11:00 - 3:00 PM

28 LUNCH 11:00 - 3:00 PM

Tuesday Thursday Tuesday Wednesday Wednesday Thursday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday

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2

Yoga

10:00 AM

Wine Down Cruise 6:30 - 8:30 PM BURGER NIGHT

DINING CLOSED

8 Water Aerobics 9:30 am

DINING CLOSED

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Water Aerobics 9:30 am DINING CLOSED

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Water Aerobics 9:30 am DINING CLOSED

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Water Aerobics 9:30 am DINING CLOSED

5:00 - 9:00 PM

Yoga

10:00 AM

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Wine Down Cruise

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Water Aerobics 9:30 am

Social Committee Meeting

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Water Aerobics 9:30 am

6:30 - 8:30 PM BURGER NIGHT 5:00 - 9:00 PM

Yoga

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10:00 AM

Wine Down Cruise

6:30 - 8:30 PM BURGER NIGHT 5:00 - 9:00 PM

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Yoga

Wine Down Cruise 6:30 - 8:30 PM BURGER NIGHT

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Water Aerobics 9:30 am Salad & Potato Bar

5:00 - 9:00 PM

10:00 AM

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Wine Down Cruise 6:30 - 8:30 PM BURGER NIGHT 5:00 - 9:00 PM

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Live Music in the Dining Room 6:00-9:00 PM

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COMMODORE'S HOURS

6:00 - 7:30 PM

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6:00 - 7:30 PM

Member 24 NewMixer 25 5:30 PM Kids Flick-n-Float

6:00 - 9:00 PM

COMMODORE'S HOURS 6:00 - 7:30 PM

1 Water Aerobics 9:30 am

Saturday Saturday

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DAY AT THE LAKE 10:00 - 2:00 PM

CAR SHOW

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Fleet Committee Meeting

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Social Sail

12:00 - 3:00 PM

Spanish Paired Wine Dinner 6:30 PM

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Electric Shock Drowning Education 10:00 AM

DROPPIN' A HOOK

2:00 - 4:00 PM

6:00 PM

5:00 - 9:00 PM

Yoga

Friday Friday Friday

Sail Fleet Meeting

Water Aerobics 9:30 am

JUNE CALENDAR

Live Music in the Dining Room 6:00-9:00 PM

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COMMODORE'S HOURS

6:00 - 7:30 PM

Hurricane Glass Painting

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5:30 - 7:00 PM

Personal Water Craft Youth Safety Seminar 9:00 - 12:30 PM

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CRAB & CLAM BOIL 5:00 - 9:00 PM