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HOURS Shipwrecked Lunch & Dinner Jessica Easterling Owner/Community Outreach Director [email protected] 954-942-7244 / Ext. 217 Trevor Stewart Director of Finance & Human Resources [email protected] 954-942-7244 / Ext. 233 Julia Robinson Membership & Communications Director [email protected] 954-942-7244 / Ext. 231 Terry Paterson Owner/Interim General Manager [email protected] 954-942-7244 Stephanie Tornatore Executive Chef [email protected] 954-942-7244 / Ext. 227 Keith Kennedy Aquatics Coordinator [email protected] 954-942-7244 / Ext. 212 Toni Merlino Marina Director [email protected] 954-263-8281 JP Ghazal Director of Facilities [email protected] 954-942-7244 / Ext. 226 Gary Stallone Assistant Dockmaster [email protected] 954-942-7244 / Ext. 226 Geidys Santrich Food & Beverage Manager [email protected] 954-942-7244 / Ext. 218 April Gray Assistant Director of Finance & HR [email protected] 954-942-7244 / Ext. 213 Katie Hull Youth Social Activities Manager [email protected] 954-942-7244 Diane Elliott Assistant General Manager [email protected] 954-942-7244 / Ext. 211 Gina Miller Director of Special Events [email protected] 954-942-7244 / Ext. 214 Jim Scott Director of Tennis [email protected] 954-592-2853 Jeremy Martens Fitness & Youth Director [email protected] 954-942-7244 / Ext. 212 954-802-1099 Wednesday - Saturday 11:30AM – 9:00PM Sunday 11:30AM - 7PM Pasta Night Wednesday 5:30PM - 9PM Pirates Potion Bar Wednesday & Thursday 11:30AM – 9PM Friday & Saturday: 11:30AM - 9:30PM Sunday: 11:30AM - 7PM Monday - Sunday 5:00 AM-9:00 PM Fitness Center Saturday 4:00 PM - Close Happy Hour Ladies Night Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 4:00-6:30PM Sunday 11:30AM - 7PM Daily Dawn to Dusk Tennis Courts Pool Hours Daily Dawn to Dusk Member In-Person Payment Drop Off | 9:30AM-4:30PM Accounting Office DIRECTORY 2 RESERVATIONS | 954-942-7244 • [email protected] 954-942-7244 • Any variation of these hours will be communicated to our members via eblast and social media. Dress Code: Dress code for the tented area should be smart-casual, however collared shirts are not required. All members and guests must have shoes on and be fully dressed. We do not allow thong bathing suits, crop tops, explicit graphics, ripped/torn jeans, or cut off shorts higher than mid length. We also ask that all bathing attire be limited to the high tops and sofas by the pool area, using proper cover ups when appropriate. Members are responsible for their guest's compliance to the dress code policy. Pet Policy: Friendly leashed pets are welcome on property and the pool deck; however, they are not allowed under the tented dining area next to the fitness center. Per Florida State Law, pets may not sit on furniture/laps or eat off plates. Members are responsible for any damage caused by an animal owned by the member or under the member's control. All animals must be leashed, and all handlers are expected to pick up animal waste. Children Policy: Children under the age of 14 are required to have adult supervision on property. We ask all children to refrain from rough or boisterous play. Please be mindful of other members enjoying the pool deck area and dining tent. Wednesday, Thursday & Saturday 6PM - 9:30PM Friday: 6PM - 10PM Little Skippers
3 LHPYC BOARD & COMMITTEE CHAIRS Terry Paterson Owner Jessica Easterling Owner Troy Ganter Commodore Victor Bruzzone Governor Miriam Maguire Yacht Shop Chris Askew Cruise Group Krista Bundy Youth Jill Selbach Governor Kristen Kiss Governor Paul Alfieri Governor Matt Donoghue Vice Commodore Christine Bradley Swim Megan Serfass Fitness Danielle Dunfee Travel Sharon Alfieri Entertainment Kelly Donoghue Tennis Jen Midgett Social Diane Elliott New Member
4 JULY 2024 EVENT CALEND A R S.A.P. 9AM – 5PM Group Fitness w/ Jeremy 9AM – 10AM Start/Re-Start 10:30AM – 11:30AM Tots Tennis (3-5) 4PM – 4:30PM Red Ball Tennis (5-7) 4:30PM – 5:30PM Orange Ball Tennis (8-12) 5:30PM – 6:30PM Men’s Nite 3.0+ 6:30PM – 8PM 1 Monday S.A.P 9AM – 5PM Group Fitness w/ Jenn 9AM – 10AM Cardio Tennis 6PM – 7:30PM 2 Tuesday S.A.P 9AM – 5PM Yoga w/ Jenn L 9AM – 10AM Men’s Drill & Play 9:30AM – 11AM Tot’s Tennis (3-5) 4PM – 4:30PM Red Ball Tennis (5-7) 4:30PM – 5:30PM Orange Ball Tennis (8-12) 5:30PM – 6:30PM Happy Hour 4PM – 6:30PM Pasta Night 5:30PM – 9PM 3 Wednesday Happy 4th of July! Group Fitness w/ Lisa 9AM – 10AM Fourth of July Pool Party 12PM – 6PM Club closes @ 6PM for Holiday! 4 Thursday 5 Friday S.A.P 9AM – 5PM Yoga w/ Jenn L 9AM – 10AM Cardio Tennis 9AM – 10AM Start/Re-Start 10AM – 11AM Start/Re-Start 11AM – 12PM Happy Hour 4PM – 6:30PM Tiki Tennis 6PM – 7:30PM 6 Saturday Feeding Frenzy 8:30AM – 10AM Saturday Sweat w/ Lisa 9AM - 10AM Ladies Night 4PM – 9PM 7 Sunday Sunday Funday 12PM – 6PM All Day Happy Hour 11:30AM – 7PM S.A.P 9AM – 5PM Group Fitness w/ Jeremy 9AM – 10AM Start/Re-Start 10:30AM – 11:30AM Tots Tennis (3-5) 4PM – 4:30PM Red Ball Tennis (5-7) 4:30PM – 5:30PM Orange Ball Tennis (8-12) 5:30PM – 6:30PM Men’s Nite 3.0+ 6:30PM – 8PM 15 Monday 14 Sunday Sunday Funday 12PM – 6PM All Day Happy Hour 11:30AM – 7PM 8 Monday S.A.P 9AM – 5PM Group Fitness w/ Jenn 9AM – 10AM Start/Re-Start 10:30AM – 11:30AM Tots Tennis (3-5) 4PM – 4:30PM Red Ball Tennis (5-7) 4:30PM – 5:30PM Orange Ball Tennis (8-12) 5:30PM – 6:30PM Men’s Nite 3.0+ 6:30PM – 8PM 9 Tuesday S.A.P 9AM – 5PM Group Fitness w/ Jenn 9AM – 10AM Cardio Tennis 6PM – 7:30PM 10 Wednesday S.A.P 9AM – 5PM Yoga w/ Jenn L 9AM – 10AM Men’s Drill & Play 9:30AM – 11AM Tot’s Tennis (3-5) 4PM – 4:30PM Red Ball Tennis (5-7) 4:30PM – 5:30PM Orange Ball Tennis (8-12) 5:30PM – 6:30PM Happy Hour 4PM – 6:30PM Pasta Night 5:30PM – 9PM 11 Thursday S.A.P 9AM – 5PM Group Fitness w/ Lisa 9AM – 10AM Ladies Drill & Play 9:30AM – 11AM Junior Tennis (12-15) 4PM – 5PM Happy Hour 4PM – 6:30PM 13 Saturday Feeding Frenzy 8:30AM – 10AM Saturday Sweat w/ Jeremy 9AM - 10AM Kid’s Day 10AM – 4PM Ladies Night 4PM – 9PM 12 Friday S.A.P 9AM – 5PM Yoga w/ Jenn L 9AM – 10AM Cardio Tennis 9AM – 10AM Start/Re-Start 10AM – 11AM Start/Re-Start 11AM – 12PM Happy Hour 4PM – 6:30PM Tiki Tennis 6PM – 7:30PM *All events are subject to change. We will keep you updated via email blast and social media* Key TENNIS MUSIC SPECIAL EVENTS FITNESS KIDS SWIM
5 JULY 2024 EVENT CALEND A R S.A.P 9AM – 5PM Yoga w/ Dina 9AM – 10AM Men’s Drill & Play 9:30AM – 11AM Tot’s Tennis (3-5) 4PM – 4:30PM Red Ball Tennis (5-7) 4:30PM – 5:30PM Orange Ball Tennis (8-12) 5:30PM – 6:30PM Happy Hour 4PM – 6:30PM Pasta Night 5:30PM – 9PM Bingo Night 6:30PM – 8PM 17 Wednesday S.A.P 9AM – 5PM Group Fitness w/ Jenn 9AM – 10AM Cardio Tennis 6PM – 7:30PM 16 Tuesday S.A.P 9AM – 5PM Group Fitness w/ Lisa 9AM – 10AM Ladies Drill & Play 9:30AM – 11AM Junior Tennis (12-15) 4PM – 5PM Happy Hour 4PM – 6:30PM 18 Thursday S.A.P 9AM – 5PM Yoga w/ Jenn L 9AM – 10AM Cardio Tennis 9AM – 10AM Start/Re-Start 10AM – 11AM Start/Re-Start 11AM – 12PM Happy Hour 4PM – 6:30PM Tiki Tennis 6PM – 7:30PM 19 Friday 29 Monday S.A.P 9AM – 5PM Metabolism Workshop w/ Emily & Jeremy 9AM – 10AM Start/Re-Start 10:30AM – 11:30AM Tots Tennis (3-5) 4PM – 4:30PM Red Ball Tennis (5-7) 4:30PM – 5:30PM Orange Ball Tennis (8-12) 5:30PM – 6:30PM Men’s Nite 3.0+ 6:30PM – 8PM 1 Thursday S.A.P 9AM – 5PM Group Fitness 9AM – 10AM Ladies Drill & Play 9:30AM – 11AM Junior Tennis (12-15) 4PM – 5PM Happy Hour 4PM – 6:30PM 28 Sunday Sunday Funday 12PM – 6PM All Day Happy Hour 11:30AM – 7PM Feeding Frenzy 8:30AM – 10AM Servivor Round Robin 10AM – 12PM Saturday Sweat w/ Jeremy 9AM - 10AM Ladies Night 4PM – 9PM 20 Saturday 21 Sunday Sunday Funday 12PM – 6PM All Day Happy Hour 11:30AM – 7PM 22 Monday S.A.P 9AM – 5PM Group Fitness w/ Jeremy 9AM – 10AM Start/Re-Start 10:30AM – 11:30AM Tots Tennis (3-5) 4PM – 4:30PM Red Ball Tennis (5-7) 4:30PM – 5:30PM Orange Ball Tennis (8-12) 5:30PM – 6:30PM Men’s Nite 3.0+ 6:30PM – 8PM 23 Tuesday S.A.P 9AM – 5PM Group Fitness w/ Jenn 9AM – 10AM Cardio Tennis 6PM – 7:30PM 25 Thursday S.A.P 9AM – 5PM Group Fitness w/ Lisa 9AM – 10AM Ladies Drill & Play 9:30AM – 11AM Junior Tennis (12-15) 4PM – 5PM Happy Hour 4PM – 6:30PM 30 Tuesday S.A.P 9AM – 5PM Group Fitness w/ Jeremy 9AM – 10AM Cardio Tennis 6PM – 7:30PM 31 Wednesday S.A.P 9AM – 5PM Yoga w/ Jenn L 9AM – 10AM Men’s Drill & Play 9:30AM – 11AM Tot’s Tennis (3-5) 4PM – 4:30PM Red Ball Tennis (5-7) 4:30PM – 5:30PM Orange Ball Tennis (8-12) 5:30PM – 6:30PM Happy Hour 4PM – 6:30PM Pasta Night 5:30PM – 9PM 2 Friday S.A.P 9AM – 5PM Yoga 9AM – 10AM Cardio Tennis 9AM – 10AM Start/Re-Start 10AM – 11AM Start/Re-Start 11AM – 12PM Happy Hour 4PM – 6:30PM Tiki Tennis 6PM – 7:30PM 3 Saturday Feeding Frenzy 8:30AM – 10AM Saturday Sweat 9AM - 10AM Kids Day 10AM – 4PM Ladies Night 4PM – 9PM 4 Sunday Sunday Funday 12PM – 6PM All Day Happy Hour 11AM – 7PM 26 Friday S.A.P 9AM – 5PM Yoga w/ Jenn L 9AM – 10AM Cardio Tennis 9AM – 10AM Start/Re-Start 10AM – 11AM Start/Re-Start 11AM – 12PM Happy Hour 4PM – 6:30PM Tiki Tennis 6PM – 7:30PM 27 Saturday Feeding Frenzy 8:30AM – 10AM Saturday Sweat w/ Lisa 9AM - 10AM Ladies Night 4PM – 9PM 24 Wednesday S.A.P 9AM – 5PM Yoga w/ Jenn L 9AM – 10AM Men’s Drill & Play 9:30AM – 11AM Tot’s Tennis (3-5) 4PM – 4:30PM Red Ball Tennis (5-7) 4:30PM – 5:30PM Orange Ball Tennis (8-12) 5:30PM – 6:30PM Happy Hour 4PM – 6:30PM Pasta Night 5:30PM – 9PM *All events are subject to change. We will keep you updated via email blast and social media* AUGUST 2024
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10 Ginny Mermaid PERMIT UPDATING (Continued on Page 7) County Permitting: County Permit Status: Broward County Drainage –L2022-094 – Approved Broward County Surface Water Management License - Approved– County Emailed License Approval Over, Provided To City Building Department 4/18/23 - License # SWM20230370 Broward County Water and Wastewater Services (BCWWS)– Project No. 107601 –Approved. Broward County gave their approval letter for this project on 3/31/23. Broward County will be installing a new sewer system in LHP up 39th Street to fix the leaking problem. It’s about 4,000LF and has multiple lift station upgrades. They will apply to the County Commission for funds to be allocated into their budget in October. This problem delayed our county permits byfour months. Thanks to the help from Mayor Lamar Fisher, we got this resolved. Tree Removal License – License No: TP22-1096 – License issued. City Permit Status: Auxiliary Permits: FPL Utility Permits - All FPL work is now complete, and we are ready to get the main clubhouse shut off. - Tennis Pro Shop and D-Dock are now live on a new FPL meter. - FPL has disconnected Marina A and B docks from the main clubhouse building and re-routed to the C dock transformer. Front Wall – Permit Issued:On July 12th, 2022,FPL made their determination for final pole locations outside the property.Waiting for them to install the poles required, and to remove the existing pole on the SE corner of the property. ETA for materials is 150-180 days as of June 1st, 2023. Access/ADA Site Ramps to Docks –Permit Issued: 3/15/23, and work to change to coincide with demolition construction. Demolition Permit – Permit ready to be issued when we receive the FPL power shut-off letter. Site Demolition Permit –This was issued in June of 2022 and was retracted by the City after we had begun. This is why you see half-demolished areas around the parking lot. Due to this delay, this will now be done in unison with the Clubhouse Demolition Permit. In addition, LHPYC has cleaned and added new barricades throughout the property. Temporary Construction Fence Permit- Permit Issued.The fence will be installed once site demolition has occurred. Master Permit Status: Entry Monument - Zoning: Approved - Plumbing: Approved - Mechanical: Approved - Electrical: Approved - Structural: Approved - Fire: Approved - Administration: DA to be final. Tennis Center Bistro - Zoning: Approved - Electrical: Approved - Mechanical: Approved
11 PERMIT UPDATING (Continued from Page 10) - Plumbing:Approved - Structural: Approved (Pending County Environmental Approval) - Fire: Approved - Administration: DA to be final. Townhouse Buildings 2,3,4,5 – Approved - Zoning: County Water and Wastewater Approved. City Commission voted to approved the proposed the proposed amendment to the site plan and updated Developer's Agreement. - Electrical: Approved - Mechanical: Approved - Plumbing: Approved - Structural: Approved (Pending County Environmental Approval) Approval) - Fire: Approved Yacht Club Clubhouse – Approved - Zoning – Approved . - Electrical – Approved . - Mechanical - Approved - Plumbing - Approved - Structural - Approved (Pending County Environmental - Fire - Approved *Please note that permitting changes on a daily basis and other updates to the above may be in effect from the time of publishing.
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18 FITNESS & YOUTH Fitness Jeremy Marten Fitness & Youth Director This may be an unpopular opinion, but I love the summer months in Florida! Why, you might ask? Let me share with you. I love that there is less traffic on the roads to and from work, I love that I can go to most restaurants without a reservation again, I love that most weekends are great for boating or the beach, I love the long days of sunshine, and finally, I love hearing about all of your summer vacation travels. Most people speak unfavorably about the summer heat in Florida, but I embrace it and don’t complain. Have you been inside our ice-cold gym? It feels great! So, if you are looking to escape the summer heat, come get a workout in at the club. I am serious; you will not regret it. 2024 has brought many new faces to the gym, and it’s amazing for me to see how our facility supports our Katie Hull Youth Social Activities Manager Youth We hope your summer is off to a fantastic start! Our Summer Activities Program has been a hit this year, running Mondays to Fridays from 9 am to 5 pm for children aged 5-12. The kids are having a blast participating in tennis, fishing, swimming, and STEM activities each week. We have seen strong attendance throughout June, and if you're looking for something fun and enriching for your child this summer, it's not too late to join us! Please email me for more information and to enroll. As the summer continues, don't forget about our Little Skippers Program and Drop-Off Nights, held from Wednesday to Saturday nights starting at 6 pm. Wednesdays feature complimentary Little Skippers and Family Pasta Night, making it a perfect evening for the whole family. Additionally, keep an eye out for our Skipper Specials offered throughout the month, with new and exciting activities each week. We are committed to providing a safe and enjoyable environment for all our Little Skippers. If you have any questions or need more information, please don't hesitate to reach out. Thank you for being a part of our LHPYC Family, and we look forward to making this summer unforgettable for your children! members' health and fitness goals. I urge you all to use what the club has to offer, whether it's swimming some laps in the pool, taking a fitness class, or one-on-one training with Jim Scott in tennis or myself in the gym. We are here to meet your needs as instructors and show you the value of being a member of the Club. If you can’t beat the heat, embrace it! Until next month, stay healthy, my friends!
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TENNIS Can you believe it? We are halfway through the summer, and things are still rocking on the courts. Last weekend, we had our quarterly Dinks & Drinks pickleball social. Like in the past, there were two groups playing on all three courts, accompanied by amazing food and drink. It was so much fun! Be on the lookout for our next pickleball social. We have finally worked out the kinks and will be unveiling our new court and program reservation system this month. Through the new LHPYC Mobile App, you’ll not only be able to book a court but also register for all your favorite programs and clinics with just a click. This will allow us to better manage class sizes and waitlists. We will send out notifications through email and the tennis WhatsApp when it is fully operational and the PlayByCourt reservation system is turned off. You may have seen some new faces on the courts recently helping teach the classes. I am in the process of adding a new pro to help with the demand for the additional classes that will be available in August. Once the new hire is made, we’ll have a Meet and Greet and unveil the new classes they will run. Exciting times are coming up for sure! In the meantime, let's keep the Cardio, Tiki, and Feeding Frenzy sessions cranking. Last but not least, if you have any questions or would like to schedule lessons or events, please don’t hesitate to let Jim know. We are here to make your LHPYC experience the best. See you on the courts! Jim Scott, Tennis Director 20
21 SWIM July 1st marks the beginning of an exciting swimming season at the club. So many great things are happening at the pool! Here are some of the ways our members are enjoying the water: Camp Activities: Campers are learning about pool safety, lifeguard duties, and honing their swimming skills during open swim sessions. Adult Lap Swimming: Each week, about 20 adults enjoy lap swimming at the pool. It's a fantastic workout and a great alternative to the gym. Swim Team: Our swim team members are focusing on improving their skills and speed this month. Swim Lessons: We have a robust swim lesson program, with swimmers making great progress in learning how to swim. We have several fun pool activities planned for July. If you haven't tried the new water slide yet, be sure to stop by on scheduled Sunday Fundays to enjoy it! If you're interested in joining the swim team, please reach out. You can text Coach Keith at 513-713-7296 or email him at [email protected]. Swim lessons with Coach Maddie and Coach Megan are in full swing, with over 35 swimmers participating each week. If you're interested in swimming lessons, please email or text me as well. In August, we will continue with swim lessons, but the swim team will take a break until September. Stay tuned for an announcement about our "Meet the Coaches" night next month! Dive in and enjoy the summer at the pool! Keith Kennedy Head Swim Coach
22 chef’s CORNER Fun in the sun is always better with delicious food involved. I want to start by thanking all of you for your efforts and contributions toward the Favorite Chef competition, which supports the James Beard Foundation. A heartfelt thank you to our top contributors: Scott Creighton & Julia Jendruzcek, Peter & Claire Bray, James Clooney, Grant & Krista Arklie, our Tennis Ladies, and the Patersons. Truthfully, it was a club-wide effort, and I would like to extend my gratitude to everyone who took the time and resources to vote. At the time of writing this, I was unsure if I won, but I am currently in 1st place. I will be sure to send out a club-wide alert when the results are ready. Being mid-season and mid-year means it is time to shake up our beloved Shipwrecked Menu. Make sure to stop by this month to savor some of our newest menu additions. We've added traditional favorites such as hickory smoked pork spareribs, surf & turf, and conch fritters. Our culinary team has also introduced some easy-to-enjoy eats for the summer heat, including Old Bay seasoned peel-eat shrimp, a Mediterranean mezze plate, and addicting edamame topped with hemp seeds. Do you have parties happening this month or throughout the summer? Don’t forget that your club offers catering for small gatherings, whether on the water or at your home. We have the "Cruise and Go" menu, which is accessible via the website, mobile app, or at the club the next time you stop by. FOOD & BEVERAGE As we dive into the heart of summer, our club pulses with excitement and energy, offering a myriad of experiences to make this season unforgettable for our members. From Fourth of July festivities to lazy days by the pool, July at our club is a celebration of all things summer. Our calendar is brimming with events designed to bring friends and families together. This month, we will have a slide every Sunday, along with our daily happy hour. Our drink menu has been updated with new wines and spirits, including a special drink called the Bourbon Kiss. This drink features an intriguing blend of bourbon, cranberry, lemonade, and other delightful flavors. The Bourbon Kiss will be available throughout the entire month of July and will be included in our Happy Hour offerings. Geidys Santrich F&B Manager My team and I would like to thank you all for making our drinks a phenomenon. We are available Wednesday through Sunday. Don't forget our Happy Hour, which runs Wednesday through Friday from 4:00 PM to 6:30 PM, Ladies Night on Saturdays from 4:00 PM till close, and an all-dayHappy Hour on Sundays. Thank you all for supporting our club; we love you guys. See you at the club!
23 of LHPYC Daniel J. O’Keefe • Fine Art 516-383-4000 • danieljokeefe.com The Art Gallery of Lighthouse Point Yacht Club is featuring one of the most iconic artworks associated with the Fourth of July in America, "Declaration of Independence", by John Trumbull for the July 2024 issue of THE POINT magazine. John Trumbull is best known for his historical paintings during the American Revolutionary War era. He was most notable for his depictions of key moments in American history, such as the signing of the Declaration of Independence and surrender at Saratoga. His painting “Declaration of Independence” was perhaps, the most important painting of our country’s founding. The painting depicts the presentation of the draft of the Declaration of Independence to the Second Continental Congress on June 28,1776. The Fourth of July, also known as Independence Day, is celebrated in the United States to commemorate the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. This declaration declared the 13 American colonies independent from British rule and formed the United States of America. It is a day to celebrate American independence, freedom, and the values of democracy that the country was founded upon. The painting is significant because it portrays the key figures involved in the drafting of the Declaration of Independence, capturing the moment when the document was presented for approval. Many of the individuals depicted in the painting, such as Thomas Jefferson, John Adams, and Benjamin Franklin, are well-known figures in American history. Trumbull's painting is considered iconic because it visually represents the historical event that the Fourth of July commemorates—the formal declaration of independence by the American colonies from British rule. It serves as a powerful reminder of the ideals of freedom, democracy, and self-governance that the United States was founded upon. For over two hundred and forty seven years America has been a Republic, a country represented by it’s citizens. When asked, Benjamin Franklin stated, “It’s a Republic as long as it can be kept!” Please feel free to contact Daniel J. O’Keefe at 516-383-4000 or email me at [email protected]
24 Julia Robinson Membership & Communications Director The sun is shining, and the sunscreen is flowing as we get into the middle of Florida’s summer. Summer equals bathing suits, and we all love a good tan. However, we do ask that bathing suit bottoms on the pool deck provide full coverage as cheeky bikini bottoms are not permitted at the pool. We hope you have enjoyed Sunday Funday’s return to the club over the summer months. If you haven’t attended one yet, make sure to do so before the summer ends. Did you know that we received a brand new thriller slide for the pool? Make sure to come on down and take it for a spin on Sunday while enjoying ALL DAY HAPPY HOUR! Your membership department is thrilled to announce the launch of our new LHPYC Mobile App! The app is available on both the Google Play and Apple App Store, so run over there and start downloading. The links to download are available on page 9 of the newsletter, or you can search ‘LHPYC’ in your app store! Your login for the app will be the same as your online member portal for the club’s website. Don’t have it or forgot your password? Email me, and I will send you all the details. The app will provide access to your statement, calendar, newsletter, roster, reciprocity information, menus, travel, clinic scheduling, court booking, and so much more. If you are technically challenged, don’t let that hold you back. Once you log into the app, it is very easy to navigate, and I have your back. If you need assistance downloading, logging in, or learning to navigate, please email me. We can set up an appointment or schedule a time for a workshop to get you acclimated. Getting down to some membership business, I would like to remind our members that we require your guests visiting the MEMBERSHIP property to be accompanied by a member unless approved by my office. Additionally, guests may only visit the club twice per month unless a guest card has been issued. If you have a guest card request or any questions, I am available. Your Travel Committee is excited to announce some preliminary details for our 2025 Father’s Day trip to Cabo San Lucas, where we will be staying at the all-inclusive Grand Fiesta Americana! We are extending the invite not only to all of you but also to your family and friends. It is never too early to shop for a present for dad, and nothing can top a trip filled with unlimited cold beer, fishing, golfing, and the beaches of Cabo! Finally, if you have any neighbors, friends, or family who are still on the fence about joining, the State of Florida just made the decision easy for them. The whole month of July is Freedom Summer Savings month, which means no state taxes will be charged for membership sign-up costs! What a way to get us all through the hump of the summer and into the next season of the year. As always, I am here for any questions or assistance, so don’t hesitate to contact me! WELCOME NEW MEMBERS Warren & Faith Diamond Christine & Marc Schliefer fifffflffiflfl ffflflffi flflfi ffiffi fl fffl ff fifffflffiflfiffffl flfflffiffi ffifflffifi flffifflffi ffi fflffi ffiffffi ffiffifflffi ffffifflffffffiffiffl ffiffiffiffi ffi fflffiffi
25 FROM THE MARINA One month into hurricane season, it is crucial to ensure that you have a solid plan in place to protect your vessel and yourself. If your plan involves staying in your slip during a hurricane, please remember to let me know and sign the hurricane waiver. It is always best to check with your insurance company regarding their requirements. If you plan to stay in the marina, you will need to sign the hurricane waiver. Please reach out to me at [email protected], and I will send it to you. This waiver ensures that you understand the risks and responsibilities associated with this decision. To prepare for potential storms, all boaters must secure all items on the dock to prevent damage and ensure safety for everyone at the marina. Here are a few tips to help you get ready: 1. Double-check all lines and fenders to ensure your boat is securely moored. 2. Remove any loose items from your boat and dock area to prevent them from becoming projectiles in high winds. 3. Consider investing in additional dock lines or fenders for extra protection. 4. Have a communication plan in place with fellow boaters and marina staff in case of emergencies. Toni Merlino Marina Director On a lighter note, we are excited to announce that Little Skippers Fishing is in full swing at the marina! It's a great opportunity for kids to enjoy fun fishing right off the docks and learn more about the marine environment. Lastly, we would like to extend our heartfelt congratulations to Steve and Emily Jensen on the christening of their new yacht on July 10th. We wish you many wonderful adventures on the waters ahead! Stay safe and come have fun at the club this July.
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