BABYLON YACHT CLUB NEWS       AUGUST 2004

 

 

Entertainment

Submitted by Paul Greco and Gregg Schneller

 

The 4th of July celebration was a blast! We served close to 200 guests. After a day of races the hot food and cold drinks hit the spot. Inside the club house the DJ kept the kids dancing and moving with plenty of give a ways. Thanks to the “crew” of helpers this year, without which any of this happens. On the grill we had Tom Brophy, Mark Murphy and Rick German. Serving was Joan Haedrich, Louise Gusatella, Kieran McShane, Ken Matthes, Joan & Ray Uriarte and Sue Greco. On corn detail was Joe Guastella and Emile Nagel. Collecting money was two of our younger members Anne Greco and Casey McGowan. Also thanks to Ray Mulligan for helping unload all the food from my van. Mike and Dennis jumped in when things got real busy! Thanks again to all!

 

 

Up coming events in August:

 

Aug 4    Happy hour hosted by Sean and Cathy O’Malley

 $10 per person

Aug 14 the Famous “Caribbean” party, hosted by Nick and Donna Woyevodsky

              $30 per person guests welcome. Reservations call Nick & Donna @ 893-5008

Aug 22 After Guard party

 

 

Rest of August Events at the BYC

 

 

AUG

 

 

 

2

7:00-9:00 PM

Jr./Jr. Pool Party

 

4

6:30 -8:30 PM

Happy Hour

Members Only

6

7:00 PM

Corinthian Race #2

Regatta

10

12:00 Noon

Women’s Luncheon

Members & Guests

11

8:00 PM

Board Mtg

 

12

7:00 PM

Swim Team Dinner (date#1)

 

12

 

Sail Lessons End

 

13

8:00 PM

Candlelight Sail (rain date)

Juniors & Jr./Jr.

14

7:00-11:00 PM

Caribbean Party

Members & Guests

15

1:00 PM

Commodore’s  Cup

Regatta

16

7:00 PM

Battle of the Bands

 

16

10:00 AM

Sail Fun Week

 

17

10:00 AM

Sail Fun Week

 

17

7:00 PM

Sailing Dinner

 

18

10:00 AM

Sail Fun Week

 

18

6:30 -8:30 PM

Happy Hour

Members Only

19

7:00 PM

Swim Team Dinner (date#2)

 

21

10:00 AM

JY-15 Regatta

 

22

4:00-7:00 PM

After Guard Party

Members & Guest

28

7:00-11:00 PM

Beefsteak Dinner

Members Only

29

9:00 AM

Snapper Derby Brunch

Members & Guests

29

10:30 AM

Snapper Fishing Derby

 

29

1:00 PM

Huck Finn

 

 

             

Regatta - Pete Capitain and Doug Williamson

Governor’s Cup
Sunday, July 18, the weather was questionable from the start, with rain looming to the east and west of us, but it turned out to be just a great day to race for the five Non-Spinnaker boats that came out.  The Race Committee, Bob Maddocks and Ed Miller, sent us into Bay Shore and back to finish at the Reviewing Stand.  Afterwards, a good time was had by all, enjoying refreshments and, of course, trophies.

The results of the Governor’s Cup are-

1st Place            Jack Morgan      on Ceol na Mara

2nd Place           Jerry Dunnells    on Chanson

3rd Place           Ken Goodwin     on Intrepid

Upcoming Races:

August 6th-         Corinthian Race #2, First gun – 1900, Corinthian start.
                           This is the second of a four-race series, again on Friday evening, with a Trophy celebration afterwards.  It’s meant to be an evening of fun.

August 15th-       Commodore’s Cup, First gun -1300, Non-Spinnaker start

August 21st-       JY 15 Regatta, BYC is hosting the local JY15 Class racing.  Details to follow.

September 5th-   Men’s Championship, First Gun – 1000, Club Bluejays.
We’re going to change the format this year to one we used about ten years ago.  The club Bluejays, although aged and leaky, will be raced by father-son/daughter teams.  This is open to anyone in the club, and while there might be a ringer or two, the idea is for us to have fun with our kids (while our boats are sinking around us). Lifejackets are required for all sailors.  More info to come.

That being said, there’s a Women’s Championship trophy tarnishing in our trophy case.  We’ve found at least three moms who think it would be fun to do what the dads are doing and that’s enough to have a Women’s Championship race, scheduled tentatively for Saturday September 4. Same concept as the Men’s Championship.  More info to follow.

Please watch the Web site for all race schedules and changes!

 

JUNIORS/SPECIAL EVENTS- Jack Albanese

 

 

1) The 1st Jr/Jr pool party on July 12th was a hit with 52 children attending. Douglas Williamson won the Belly Flop contest and his chest was as red as a Cherry because of repeat punishment he put his body thru to get this prestigious title.

 

2) 2nd Jr/Jr pool Party is on Monday August 2nd.

 

3) Battle of the bands set for original date of August 16.

 

4) Snapper Derby and Huck Fin day is set for Sunday August 29 and I'm predicting a banner catch of snappers!!

 

 

Reminder:  House Rules of the Club (see Page 38 and 39 of the Yearbook)

 

All house rules, guest rules and pool regulations are of utmost importance for the comfort of you the membership. 

 

As a reminder there will be No Smoking within the Clubhouse and the South porch on the 1st floor.  Additionally, adult supervision is required for all children on our docks and in the playground.  Life jackets are recommended for children on docks.

Since the pool will be open soon please do not walk with wet suits in the main clubhouse. It is dangerous to other members. Please come through the door by the parking lot or use the facilities next to the pool.

 

 

Note from the Commodore:

 

            Many people devote their skills to help the BYC run as smoothly as it does. The Board of Directors appreciate all those who make an effort to make the year go smoothly. We are hesitant in asking the same people for help in areas that are out of our expertise. The Board is looking for a qualified electrician to help in solving the mystery of the flagpole lights. These lights are a land mark that assists boaters to navigate in the evening. They have not worked this year on a consistent basis. There is a break in the circuit we can’t solve. With the proper tools and skills we’re sure it can be fixed. The BYC will pay for all costs.  Please contact Tom McGowan or Tom Devine.

 

            This last item is an unpleasant one. In the last newsletter I mentioned that respect for our staff is something that the Board takes seriously. NO ONE has the right to yell or scream at our staff. If you have a problem please contact our manager or assistant manager. If that fails contact one of the flag officers or a member of the Board. Any abuse of the staff will be taken seriously and dealt with in the manner described in the By Laws of the BYC

 

 

 

 

BYC Web site:

 

A member can now send E Mail to the flag officers, Treasurer or Secretary. The various committee heads can be contacted the same way. The schedule for 2004 is posted on the site as is the last newsletter.  We hope to be able to publish current comments and post pictures from recent parties or events on another page when the season starts.  Any comments or suggestions would be appreciated.

 

NEWSLETTER Any questions, comments, additions, or classifieds, please contact Tom Devine or Jill Corbett. We can be reached by phone or by e Mail through the BYC Web site.