1963 2016 IHYC FLOATING FRIEND- SHIPS FOR 53 YEARS Volume 53 Issue 8 August 2016 for the Club! The Commodore's Comments - Commodore Captain Ken Burgio Great job done by the Canal Fest crew! Hats off to Rear Commodore Dan Bright and Ken DiBenedetto for the countless hours that they have spent working on this great fundraiser I just wanted to remind everyone that we are having a comedy show on Saturday, September 24th. There will be three comedians, with the headliner being Nick Siracuse. See the flyer for details. Get your tickets before the event sells out! Please note that the August 9th Board of Director's meeting will be combined with the General Membership meeting. The membership meeting will start at 7:30 PM. Please plan on attending. The P/C Band & BBQ Dock Party will be held on Saturday, August 6th. Be sure to come out and enjoy the day at the club. There will be food, drinks, music, and great company. Bring your favorite summer dish to pass and be ready to have a good time! See you around the Club! FTGOTC Commodore Captain Ken Burgio Inside News Officers Articles p 2-3 Auxiliary News p 4 Ships Store p 4 Birthdays p 5 Get Well p 5 Fish Fry News p 6 Band & BBQ p 7 Comedy Night p 8 Red Flannel p 9 August Calendar p 12 AUGUST 2016 05 August Fish Fry 06 August Band & BBQ 09 August General Meeting 7:30pm 13 August Hydroplane Races 2 days 20 August Great Raft Up COMING EVENTS September 2016 02 September Labor Day Cruise starts 09 September Fish Fry 13 September General Meeting 8pm 16 September Red Flannel Cruise starts
INNER HARBOR NEWS August 2016 page 2. Rear Commodore, Dan Bright Vice Commodore Jamie Schmitt Wow, now there have been some hot days! Not very comfortable to work in if you don't work in the air conditioning, but I will deal with it. Great weather for canal fest hopefully we get a lot of support. Just an advance notice for our Commodore s Ball honoring our Commodore, Captain Ken Burgio, is coming up on October 22nd. Before that, we will be having a clean up and paint the dining room date coming as well. patched up this year, so some personal responsibility from club members and their guests would be appreciated. If you see anything that needs attention please call 912-7226. The Vice, Jamie Schmitt It appears that we may need an additional reminder to treat our clubhouse as it were your own home. To whoever punched a hole in in the hall way wall in the boater s bathrooms, you embarrassed our club. We had reciprocating guests staying at the club and using the facilities. I will look in to who was in and out and during that time period by what can be seen on neighbor s camera. This is the second hole in the wall that needs to be NEWS FROM THE REAR Commodore Daniel Bright I have two words to say - CANAL FEST. As I write this, IHYC's largest fund-raiser of the year is in full swing. I would like to thank all the members who helped make this years edition a success - please stay posted next month for the final results. The boat lift project will begin this month, all the rigging has been delivered and set to be installed. A small savings in the budget was achieved allowing the purchase of new boat slings. Along with the new repairs the lift will be cleaned and repainted.as well - please see the bulletin board for the schedule of work - this project will require club assistance to complete. I will be looking for cleaners, painters and anybody who has experience in rigging. Membership - We will be voting on a new potential member. Michael Capen (son of Fran and Linda Capen) has requested to become a part of the IHYC's family - his application will be voted on during the general members meeting. Mike's application is currently hanging on the bulletin board. Finally, I would like to thank those members who have helped maintain the club grounds - from watering the flowers, trimming the shrubs, picking up trash and keeping the pavilion in order. I will be looking for help in the next month. to clean the building and grounds of all cobwebs and overgrowth - please see the bulletin board for details. Respectfully, R/C Dan Bright
INNER HARBOR NEWS August 2016 PAGE 3 From the Fleet Captain Jeremy Schmitt Wow what a great month July was, warm and sunny with very little rain! Hopefully everyone is getting plenty of use out of their boats, if not shame on you. I'm sure all those that attended the raft up will agree what a great time it was. Shame on those of you who did not brave the winds, you missed a great time. hard work and valuable time, please do not let it go to waste! We need all of you to participate or these events will not be possible. Please be free to call me at 716.553.7893 or email me at jeremyschmitt17@yahoo.com if you have any suggestions or want to help. Enjoy the rest of your summer. Yours truly, F/C Jeremy Schmitt Now that it's August, the dog days of summer have arrived. We hope to see you all at the band and barbecue. As you know Red Flannel planning has been going on for some time now. By now you all should have received a self addressed, stamped envelope containing an index card. On this card, I hoped you would note your dislikes, likes, and suggestions in regards to Red Flannel. I look forward to your input as this will help greatly in the planning. Applications are posted at the club please grab one, if you need one sent to you please let me know. The members who organize and work this event put in a lot of 2016 OFFICERS Commodore Kenneth Burgio 208-3004 Vice Commodore Jamie Schmitt 912-7226 Rear Commodore Daniel Bright 628-4354 Fleet Captain Jeremy Schmitt 553-7893 Dockmaster Bill Vaughan 445-4917 Recording Secretary Chris Rizzo 281-984-8034 Corresponding Secretary P/C Joe Riccio 812-4424 Treasurer Rick Kivler 541-7077 Please visit our web site at: http://innerharboryc.com ELECTED MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS P/C Michael Seaman Jay Rowland Eric Mowry Victor Kaye P/C George Schieder James Ortiz Fran Capan Appointed Officers Steward William (Bill) Vaughan 445-4917 Chaplain George O. Clarke, Jr. 694-4404 Marina Operator Bill Vaughan 445-4917 Newsletter Editor George O. Clarke, Jr. 694-4404 Supply P/C Jerry Hathaway 693-1739 Kenneth Brown 692-2159 P/C Joe Riccio 874-6582
INNER HARBOR NEWS August 2016 PAGE 4 Auxiliary News From Your President August is the last month for the Auxiliary s summer hiatus, so I hope everyone will continue to enjoy the beautiful, hot weather we ve been having! During our summer break don t forget to keep selling tickets for the Grand Jacuzzi Package at Salvatore s. Contact Nancy Myszka for additional tickets or to hand in your money. Remember that the ticket money must be turned in to Nancy by the Red Flannel Cruise. Thank you for supporting the Women s Auxiliary! 2016 Auxiliary Officers President Nicole Burgio 983-8983 Vice President Mary Riccio 830-4904 Rec. Sec. Kelly Bright Corr Sec. Nancy Myszka 877-0131 Treasurer Donna Sherwood 228-5288 Fleetmates Becky Ensminger Amanda Dudek Chaplain Arlene Manth 695-1264 Phyllis Kivler 541-7007 Tracy West 244-3833 Linda Capan Board of Directors The first weekend in August is packed with IHYC functions! The monthly Fish Fry will be held on Friday, August 5th. Come out with your family and friends and enjoy a nice meal at a great price. If anyone can donate a pie or dessert to sell at the Fish Fry that would be great. The very next day is the P/C Dock Party and Band & BBQ. This is always a really fun party. Please bring a dish to pass and be prepared to have a great time with some great friends! See you around! Nicole Inner Harbor Logo Wear Visit the IHYC Clothing Web Site Take 10% off your order of $40. or more! http://ihycshipsstore.qbstores.com/ Delivery time averages 2 to 3 weeks. P/C Joseph J. Riccio for IHYC Supply Committee IHYCSO@gmail.com
INNER HARBOR NEWS August 2016 PAGE 5 Happy Birthday to: Auxiliary Happy Birthday to: August 18 P/C Jerry Hathaway August 21 Mark T. Barrett August 27 Dan Wortham August 30 Kenneth DiBenedetto August 09 Marsha Motto The IHYC Ladies Auxiliary wish to thank the following for their desert contributions to the July Fish Fry. Tara Hudson Priscilla Clarke Marlene Weiss Kelly Bright Nancy Myszka Sandy Hanley Phyllis Kivler Tracy West Patty Stelter Mary Riccio GOOD AND WELFARE Special prayers and get well wishes go out to the following members: Vince Motto, Bob Blow, Ken DiBenedetto, Ken Brown, Hank Russell, P/C Bob Myszka, P/C Ron Croff, P/C Jack Luksch, P/C William Miller, Bob Weiss, P/C Jim Kwiatkowski, Norma Stallone, Etta Glasshauser and Anne Meyer George A. Thomson Life Member of IHYC 5116 Willard Norris Rd. Milton, FL 32570 (850) 623-2748 Visitors Welcome
INNER HARBOR NEWS August 2016 PAGE 6 Fish Fry Eric Mowry July was bit slow for us but it was nice to see some familiar faces. Thanks are in order to the following people for filling in and helping out: P/C Mike Seaman, Jeremy and Robin Schmitt, Dan Wilson and Jim Connelly. Your help was much appreciated. A couple teams still have a few holes to plug and I know a few of you have come to me and expressed interest. I will contact you soon and confirm what teams need help. Next team up is Team 4 (the self anointed A team) in August and we hope to see all of our friends and family there. Thank you, Eric Mowry Fish Fry Chairman & Director Jamin Butcher Fry Scott Butcher Fry Chris Rizzo Broil TEAM 4 2016 April, August, December Andy Vaillancourt Serve/Bus Deanna Butcher Serve/Bus Amanda Butcher Serve/Bus Pam Thurston Serve/Bus Kristen Uhl Plate Dan Hudson Dishwasher Tara Hudson Serve/Bus TEAM 1 2016 TEAM 2 2016 TEAM 3 2016 TEAM 4 2016 January, May, September February, June, October March, July, November April, August, December Mike Seaman Fryer John Berry Fry Dick Watson Middle Fryer Jamin Butcher Fry Jaime Schmitt Center Fryer Tom Maloney Broil Ron Wilson Fryer Scott Butcher Fry Jeremy Schmitt Broil Marla Barry Plate Jim Ortiz Broiler Chris Rizzo Broil OPEN Dishwasher Vinnie Motto Dishwasher Room Bob Carroll Bus/Serve Andy Vaillancourt Serve/ Bus Dave Herbold Serve Jerry Hathaway Serve Ann Carroll Bus/Serve Deanna Butcher Serve/Bus Kathy Batcho Serve Marsha Motto Dishwasher Room OPEN Dishwasher Amanda Butcher Serve/ Bus Tracy West Serve/Bus Cheryl Maloney Bus/Serve Phyllis Kivler Plate Pam Thurston Serve/Bus Marty Siminski Plate Arlene Hathaway Serve Bill Sherwood Bus/Serve Kristen Uhl Plate Kelly Dressler Serve/Bus Henry Russell Bus/Serve Donna Sherwood Bus Serve Dan Hudson Dishwasher Open Diane Russell Bus/Serve Darryl Stelter Final Prep Tara Hudson Serve/Bus Open Open Middle Fry Patty Stelter Final Prep Cindy Wilson Bus/Serve
2016 IHYC PC Band & BBQ Dock Party August 6, 2016 5:30 Pig Roast 7:00 Live Band Cost $20.00 includes food, beer, pop, water and a great time with your fellow boaters. Please bring dish to pass. RSVP by 7/28 P/C Michael Seaman 716 909 4213 / PC George Schieder 716 481 8339 or sign up at the club!
INNER HARBOR YACHT CLUB COMEDY NIGHT Saturday, September 24, 2016 Doors Open at 6:30 PM Show at 8:00 PM Three Comedians Headliner Nick Siracuse $15.00 Per Person Adults Only For Tickets Contact: Commodore Captain Ken Burgio Ron Wilson or Joe Burgio To Benefit IHYC s New Playground Limited Number of Tickets Available *Must Buy Ticket to Be Admitted Into Club*
INNER HARBOR YACHT CLUB Red Flannel Cruise 2016 September 16th, 17th, & 18th Location: River Oaks Marina, Grand Island, NY This year we continue our Red Flannel Cruise with the traditional Saturday meal and entertainment at River Oaks Marina. Both IHYC and River Oaks Marina have teamed together to make this year s event another wonderful, memorable, and Inner Harbor Fun function. This Year s Items of Interest: Dock spaces have been offered members of IHYC. For those traveling by car, BYBLOS NIAGARA Resort & Spa, located directly next door, has rooms available at a $129.00 discounted rate available till 8/25/16. RV s are welcome Outdoor adult & kids games Music provided by beloved entertainment DJ Friday Evening: Bring a dish to pass Saturday Breakfast: Coffee, juices, pastries, & fruit Saturday Lunch: Hotdogs, burgers, & sausage Saturday Dinner: Meal to be determined Food prepared by IHYC s finest chefs DJ will be providing music Sunday Morning: The traditional tasteful brunch prepared by IHYC s finest chefs
INNER HARBOR YACHT CLUB Red Flannel Cruise 2016 September 16th, 17th, & 18th Location: River Oaks Marina, Grand Island, NY Available Packages: All Inclusive Boats & RV s Includes o Friday & Saturday Boat Slip or RV parking o Saturday & Sunday meals o Beer & soft drinks Saturday evening o Entertainment by beloved entertaintment DJ o Cost $140.00 per couple all inclusive with boat slip/rv parking $90.00 per IHYC single member all inclusive with boat slip/rv parking $50.00 per IHYC member with no slip/rv parking $55.00 per guest $30.00 per child, 11 to 20 years old Children 10 & under are free Hotel Room at BYBLOS NIAGARA Resorts & Spa (Member responsible for cost of room) Includes o Saturday & Sunday meals o Beer & soft drinks Saturday evening o Entertainment by beloved entertaintment DJ o Please contact Fleet Captain Jeremy Schmitt at 716-553-7893 for booking info Room cost is your responsibility Room rate is $129.00 per night + tax (limited availability at this rate) o Cost $100.00 per couple $50.00 per IHYC member $55.00 per guest $30.00 per child, 11 to 20 years old Children 10 & under are free Saturday Events Only Rate Includes o Saturday lunch & dinner meals o Beer & soft drinks Saturday evening o Entertainment by beloved entertaintment DJ o Cost $30.00 per IHYC member $35.00 per non-ihyc member $20.00 per child, 11 to 20 years old Children 10 & under are free
Application for Red Flannel Cruise 2016 Name of Member Member Phone Number 1. All Inclusive Boat / RV $140.00 per couple w/boat slip or RV $90.00 per single member w/boat slip or RV $50.00 x guests $55.00 pp if boat is berthed at R.O. $30.00 x children (11-20 yrs) Total Boat Name Boat / RV Length Boat Beam _ 2. Grand Island Holiday Inn (Member responsible for cost of room) $100.00 per couple $50.00 per IHYC member $55.00 x guests $30.00 x children (11-20 yrs) Total 3. Saturday Events Only $30.00 x IHYC members $25.00 x non-ihyc members $20.00 x child (11 to 20 yrs) Total Grand Total: **Docks will be awarded prior to event see F/C Jeremy Schmitt via phone (716.553.7893), email (jeremyschmitt17@yahoo.com) or in person for dock assignment** **RSVP IS IN EFFECT. All costs MUST be paid no later than September 9th, 2016** Checks made payable to Inner Harbor Yacht Club Paid Check # Slip #
August 2016 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1 2 3 4 5 Fish Fry 6 7 8 9 7:30PM Combined Board & General Mtg 10 11 12 Capan Kaye P/C Band & BBQ Party 13 Hudroplane Races 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 Hudroplane Races Newsletter Deadline Kivler Great Raft Up 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 Mowry 28 29 30 31
September 2016 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1 2 3 LABOR DAY CRUISE 4 5 6 7 8 9 Fish Fry 10 LABOR DAY CRUISE 11 12 13 8:00pm Board Mtg Ortiz 14 15 16 17 8:00pm General Meeting RED FLANNEL CRUISE 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 RED FLAN- NEL CRUISE Newsletter Deadline Auxiliary Meeting 25 26 27 28 29 30 Riccio Rizzo
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