| White Water Rafting - September 19-21 |
White Water Rafting trip planned for September 19-21, 2008, in West Virginia.
Reservations limited to 40 people.
For more information e-mail Larry & Valerie Greathouse at greatones@cox.net. |
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| Memorial Day Commissioning Ceremonies - May 26 |
Join us for the traditional flag-raising signifying the start of our yachting season on Monday, May 26th. Members and their families are invited to join the Commodore Lynn & Mary Lazzaro at the flag pole at 4:00PM when the Commissioning Ceremonies officially begin. Our CYC Chorus will perform and complimentary refreshments will be served on the Porch.
Festivities are under the direction of Fleet Captain James H. Busch. Come to the Club and enjoy boating, dining and fun for all!
The Porch and Marine Terrace will be open for breakfast, lunch and dinner Memorial Day Weekend.
Special Memorial weekend dining hours:
Friday: Lunch: 11:30AM - 2:30PM, Dinner: 5:00 - 9:30PM
Saturday: Breakfast: 7:00AM - 10:30AM, Lunch: 11:30AM - 4:30PM, Dinner: 5:00PM - 9:30PM
Sunday: Breakfast: 7:00AM - 10:30AM, Lunch: 11:30AM - 4:30PM, Dinner: 5:00PM - 9:30PM
Monday: Breakfast: 7:00AM - 10:30AM, Lunch: 11:30AM - 4:30PM, Dinner: 5:00PM - 9:30PM |
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| Porch Opening - May 23rd |
Start the summer off with friends, good food and a great band at the Annual Porch Opening Party!
Cost for buffet is $24.95. Reservations are a must. |
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| Power Fleet Cruises |
May 30-31 - Mentor Harbor Cruise: We are gearing up for the first cruise of 2008 to Mentor Harbor. Our Cruise Skippers, Jerry & Jan Nagy, have planned a fun weekend beginning Friday night with a cookout on the island followed by dinner and entertainment in the clubhouse Saturday evening.
June 18-19 - Put in Bay Cruise to Crew's Nest: Next month we are heading west to Put in Bay. Cruise Skippers, Bill & Gail Wechter invite you to join them June 18-19 at the Crew's Nest for two days of fun and good times. Wednesday we will enjoy pizza & refreshments at Frosty's and on Thursday night cocktails on the patio at the Crew's Nest.
June 20-21 - Cedar Point Cruise: From Put in Bay, we travel to the Cedar Point Marina June 20-21. We have dock reservations on Pier 11, which is close to the park entrance, showers, marina store and restaurant. In addition to signing up with the CYC desk, you must call Cedar Point Marina to confirm your reservation with a credit card - identify yourself as part of the CYC group. Our reservations are being held by Cedar Point until June 4. Mike & Christine Banks have agreed to skipper the Cedar Point Cruise again this year and have planned a dock party on Friday night and donuts on Sunday before we head to CYC. You have all day Saturday to enjoy Cedar Point.
All the cruise sign-up sheets are at the Front Desk. Call or stop by to make your cruise reservations now.
Go to Power Fleet Committee Events for a full list of Cruises for the year. |
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| Father's Day - June 15th |
Stay tuned for more details.
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| Commodores' Ball - June 14th |
The Commodores' Ball will be held on Saturday, June 14, 2008.
Always a highlight of the year, this elegant dinner dance is a must-attend. Cocktails are at 6:00PM and dinner at 7:30PM.
Look for your invite in the mail. Reservations accepted starting May 22nd. |
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| Boat Hop - June 7 |
Mark your calendars for Saturday, June 7th for a day featuring an exciting array of new and vintage boats.
There will be live music by the steel drum band Island Vibes from 4:00-6:00PM. Refreshments and hors d'oeuvres will be available on the island. |
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| The Rosters are Here |
Please stop by CYC to pick up your 2008 Membership Roster.
If you haven't done so yet, also pick up your 2008 membership cards and car stickers at the Guardhouse. |
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| CYC Book Club - May 22 |
The CYC Book Club meets Thursday, May 22 from 7:30-9:00PM at the CYC Clubhouse Library.
The book selection is Tree Grows in Brooklyn by Betty Smith.
All members are welcome! |
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| Great Lakes Water Compact Presentation - May 21st |
Come on down to CYC on Wednesday, May 21st at 7:30PM to hear a very informative presentation about the preservation of our Great Lakes water between the U.S. and Canada.
This is a very important topic for our area. |
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| Pool Opening - May 24th |
Spring is here, which means that summer and the opening of the pool is right around the corner!
We are planning several fun family events to keep you super cool by the pool this year. Suggestions and ideas are welcome - please e-mail Will at will2440@hotmail.com. |
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| Regatta Show - July 10th & July 13th |
Heralding the return of the Regatta Show in a Tent on July 10th @ 7:30PM and Sunday, July 13th @ 7:30PM.
NAUTICAL BUT NICE!
A seaside journey of maritime melodies and mayhem.
If interested in a role, either on or off stage, leave a message at CYC's front desk. |
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| Flower The Clown |
CYC Summer Appearances 2008
Wednesday's from 6:00PM-8:00PM
May 21st, June 4th, June 25th, July 9th, July 16th, July 23rd, August 6th, August 20th, and September 3rd.
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| Cleveland Yachting Club Hours of Operation |
May Hours:
Lunch: Monday-Closed, Tuesday thru Sunday-11:30AM-2:30PM
Dinner: Monday thru Tuesday-Closed, Wednesday thru Thursday-5:00PM-8:30PM,
Friday & Saturday-5:00PM-9:30PM, Sunday-5:00PM-8:30PM
Clubhouse Bar: Monday-Closed, Tuesday thru Saturday-11:30AM-12:00 Midnight, Sunday-11:00AM-10:00PM
June Hours:
Breakfast: Monday thru Friday-Closed, Saturday thru Sunday-7:00AM-10:30AM.
Lunch: Monday-Closed, Tuesday thru Friday-11:30AM-2:30PM, Saturday thru Sunday-11:30AM-4:30PM.
Dinner: Monday-5:00PM-8:30PM, Tuesday thru Sunday-5:00PM-9:30PM
Commodores' Bar: Monday-5:00PM-12:00 Midnight, Tuesday thru Sunday-11:30AM-12:00 Midnight
Pilot House Bar: Wednesday thru Sunday-5:00PM-12:00 Midnight
Wave Bar: Wednesday thru Friday-5:00PM-8:00PM, Saturday thru Sunday-11:00AM-8:00PM
Snack Bar: Monday thru Sunday-11:00AM-8:00PM
Pool: Monday thru Friday-12:00 Noon-8:00PM,
Aduly Hour: Monday thru Friday-11:00AM-12:00 Noon,
Saturday thru Sunday-11:00AM-8:00PM
Dinner Specials ages 60 & Up Thursday thru Sunday 5:00-6:00PM
The Marine Terrace & Porch has a casual dining atmosphere.
Reservations are appreciated for Lunch and Dinner.
Beginning Tuesday, May 13th, dining will be in the Marine Terrace and on the Porch.
Beginning May 27th, the Club will also be open for dinner on Tuesdays. |
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| Dancing with the Stars - May 16th |
Whether you're a star or not...you'll enjoy this club dance, an evening of food and fun on Friday, May 16th. Cocktails at 6:00PM, Dinner at 7:00PM, Dancing at 8:00PM. There will be a cash bar.
The menu includes Caesar salad, roast pork loin, Lyonnaise potatoes, asparagus and pecan balls with chocolate and caramel.
The awesome band playing will be The Smoothies. Guests are welcome. Cost is $20 per person.
Make your reservations at the CYC front desk.
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| Battle of Lake Erie Walleye Tournament - June 27th |
The Fishing Fleet hosts the infamous Battle of Lake Erie Walleye Tournament on June 27th and 28th. Interested anglers of all experience are encouraged to participate in this one-of-a-kind event!
On Friday, there will be a Captain's meeting and registration, followed by dinner on the Porch and a Calcutta-style event in the Commodores' Bar. Then on Saturday there will be a Bimini start off the mouth of the river with up to four anglers per boat vying for the five largest walleyes. An awards ceremony caps off the event.
Please register at the Front Desk. Call Fishing Fleet Co-chairpersons Troy Ferber or Jack Salisbury with questions.
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| Night on the Town Drink Special |
The next time you go to a movie, play, sporting event, etc., why not stop in the Club first for our Night on the Town Drink Special?
Just bring in your special event ticket and we'll give you a free cocktail before or after the event! Ticket must be dated at time of use. |
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| Swim Team Updates |
Swim Team begins June 9th. Check out our new program at www.cycrr.org. Log in to see Program Information under the SWIM TEAM section.
Any questions, call Jay & Wendy Kelley at 440-333-6867 or Chris & Lee Mylonas at 440-808-0350. |
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| Tuesday Poker Nights |
Bring your friends down every Tuesday and play POKER, from 5:00PM - Midnight in the upstairs bar, we will feature $1.00 Domestic Draft Beer and complimentary Snacks.
CYC will supply the Cards, Poker Chips and Tables.
Hope to see you!! |
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| CYC Yearly Bridge Schedule 2007-2008 |
Thursday Duplicate Bridge
Jan Carpenter (Chairperson) 440-808-1819
10:30AM Every Thursday
Wednesday Night Bridge Club
Maureen Gynn (Chairperson) 216-221-8636
7:30PM Every Wednesday Night
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| 2008 Fall Land Cruise - Sept. 22-28, 2008 |
2008 Fall Land Cruise to Hilton Head, SC on September 22-28. Price per person is $1,160, if we have 29-33 passengers. If we can have 44 or more the cost will be considerably less.
Sign up now at the front desk, upon signing up, your CYC account will be charged a $300.00 per person deposit. Final billing would be a Month before departure.
For further information call 440-930-0602 |
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| Sail Camp/Race Team |
Sail Camp runs from Tuesday, June 17th to July 25, 2008. Applications are available at the Clubhouse front desk for 2008. Send in your application today to avoid being closed out of summer plans!
Sail Camp runs from Tuesday, June 17th to July 25th for children and grandchildren of members who are age 8+.
Race Team is for our "top gun" racers, ages 13-18 who are looking to refine their race skills with late after-noon/early evening practices.
Any questions contact Dave Salisbury at 216-521-8555 or dave.salisbury@thompsonhine.com. |
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| 2009 Winter Getaway |
Scott and Mary Alyce Durham have chosen one of the "hottest" spots in Mexico for the February 2009 Winter Getaway -
Me Cabo Hotel in Cabo San Lucas.
Your chairpersons are Sophia and Chris Tjotjos.
Call the front desk for an application to hold your space.
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| Senior Citizen Dining Specials |
Starting on February 28, 2008 we will be offering dinner specials for our members, ages 60 years and up.
$3.00 off per entree from 5:00-6:00 PM every Thursday through Sunday; orders must be in the kitchen before 6:00 PM.
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| CYC Skeet Fleet |
The CYC Skeet Fleet is pulling off an undefeated season (so far).
Led by mighty captain Jim Winton, our CYC Skeet Fleet is to this point an undefeated team! See the March Islander for a picture of the group at The Country Club meet in January.
The next meet is at Youngstown Country Club and we have a good chance of staying undefeated if Youngstown doesn't wheel in the elderly ladies to beat us again! |
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| CYC Welcomes New Members |
Sean Kennedy
Tim McDonough
Robert Zavagno
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| CYC Camera Club Looking For Travel Photos |
The CYC Camera Club is looking for members with photos from interesting boat trips to participate in winter travel presentations. Groups of travelers are welcome to participate together. Please contact Gifford Landen at 216-521-3123.
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| CYC Named "Club of the Year" for 2007 |
The Cleveland Yachting Club was awarded the Cleveland Sailing Association's Club of the Year once again for 2007.
Congratulations go out to the individual boats as well as those who defended CYC's CSA title.
Please read the whole article in the CYC Islander, November 2007 issue.
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| Wet Hens Sailing |
The Wet Hens sailors invite any interested women to join them on the second Wednesday of each month during the months of November to June at the CYC Clubhouse between 6:00PM and 6:30PM for drinks and then around 7:00PM for dinner.
Come join the discussions about sailing and other important topics.
The Wet Hens sailing season starts on June 11 with the option of sailing on Wednesday mornings or Thursday evenings (per the Sail Fleet Schedule).
For more information about summer sailing with the Wet Hens, please contact: Gretchen Jaeger at 216-226-5674 or Rosemary Ropes at ropesend2@yahoo.com. |
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| FYI: Book Your Celebrations at CYC |
CYC can serve your every celebration, from a small group to a large party! The CYC clubhouse and facilities are available for any special events or appropriate dining parties.
Also consider sponsoring your friends various dining events at CYC. Call Banquet Manager Ann Swift at 440-333-1155, ext 224
We do the work so you can enjoy your event!
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| Gas Dock Summer Hours |
Weekday service through May is by appointment only.
Beginning May 3rd the Gas Dock is open 9:00AM - 5:00PM every Saturday through May 17.
Memorial Weekend hours: May 24th Gas Dock opens at 8:00AM to 9:00PM, May 25th & 26th Gas Dock opens at 7:00AM to 9:00PM
June Hours: Monday: 5:00PM to 9:00PM; Tuesday-Friday: 8:00AM to 9:00PM; Saturday: 8:00AM to 9:00PM; Sunday: 7:00AM to 9:00PM.
Office-Scott White 333-1310, Ext. 234
Gas Dock 333-1310, Ext. 237
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| Want to contribute to the CYC Regatta 2008? |
Calling all you CYC Regatta creative types. Are you interested in contributing to the CYC Regatta in 2008??
It is not too late...Please contact Harold and Cathy Branch. All ideas and energies welcome and needed.
Creative talent is encouraged and optional. |
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| IMPORTANT REMINDERS FOR PARKING 2008 |
Please pick up your 2008 membership and parking stickers at the Security Gate.
Also please be aware that all visitors' parking passes will be issued only by our Security Guard. Your guest will be asked to display this parking pass in the windshield and park in the designated area.
Thank you for your cooperation in following the Club's rules. |
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| SAFETY FIRST... |
Please note that ALL bikes must be stored in the bike racks when not being ridden. Skateboards, Rollerblades, Heelys, and Rollerskates are NOT ALLOWED on the Island per the Club's Bylaws. Please also remember that no animals are allowed on the Club premises except when confined or when being taken by leash to or from your boat or car.
Thank you for your adherence to the CYC Bylaws for the safety of all. |
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| New Member Welcome Package |
The Board of Trustees has announced a NEW MEMBER welcome package in effect until April 30, 2008. New Applicants for membership will have their choice of one of the following items
SENIORS-Choose one ($500 Value)
One Free Year of a Dry Sail Space
Half the tuition of Sail Camp free for one year for one child
Food and Beverage $500 Credit
IJA & IJB-($250 Value)
Food and Beverage $250 Credit
If you have any questions about this program, please contact our membership committee chairman Gordon Geiger, at 216/521-1771 or Commodore Lynn A. Lazzaro at 440/333-1445. |
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| Merchandise at the CYC Gift Shop |
The CYC belts are in and come in all sizes with two unique designs.
Also, the new CYC canvas tote bags with the burgees are in to carry all your stuff.
These and many other great gift ideas are now available so come check them out and enjoy hassle free shopping from shirts and hats to glassware and accessories!
Also, don't miss out on some great bargains. Stop in and check out the great merchandise on SALE at the gift shop! |
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| ATTENTION: CYC E-Mail Blasts |
If you are not receiving our e-mail blasts but you would like to, or would like to add a second e-mail address, please call the CYC receptionist or go to the home page and retrieve an e-mail authorization form. Our e-mail blasts go out approximately twice a week and keep you updated on the latest happenings at your club. |
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