SEPTEMBER 2016 The monthly publication of Jackson Park Yacht Club Commodore s Cup Race and Dinner Pam Rice, Editor Photos: Vern Estes The Commodore s Cup traditionally is to celebrate the Commodore and his accomplishments as well as giving the opportunity for the Commodore to thank the club members and staff for their work throughout the season. A new event was introduced by Commodore Webb aa race between members of various age groups. Three Tartan10 s were used in this race because of their one-design. Mischief, Andele and Witchcraft participated. (Continued)
Tri-State Finish Race Committee Submitted by Sylvia Ewing The Sunday race committee members were: David Truitt, owner and captain of the motor yacht Intrigue, David Dobbs, Stephanie Levine, Gretchen Horn. Sylvia Ewing, Susan Tonon, Tom Hytry, and Joe Sjostrom. The photos were taken by Joe Sjostrom and Tom Hytry. On Sunday morning we met at the Intrigue s dock and motored out to the finish line where we inflated and deployed the big white marker buoy and then dropped Intrigue s anchor a few hundred yards away. As the racing sailboats crossed the finish line between Intrigue and the marker we logged their boat name, boat number and arrival time, and exchanged greetings and cheers. The committee was grateful for the lunches and drinks provided JPYC. Tip of the Week Want to sit outside and enjoy a nice cozy fire? Check out our fire pit on the north side of the Club. It s the perfect way to keep warm while watching the sunset, roasting some marshmallows, or listening to the crackling wood. Remember to extinguish the fire prior to walking away. Do you have a tip? Send an email with your recommendation. Race Committee Who s ready to get on the water, learn something new, raise flags, meet new people, blow horns, watch sailboats glide across Lake Michigan, and enjoy the sunset? We need a few more volunteers to assist on the following dates: *Wednesday, September 14th at 6PM Arrive early on Wednesday night to purchase burgers and sandwiches in support of our Sea Scouts. Race committee: David Dobbs, David Truitt (Captain), and Sylvia Ewing *Morf Commodore s Cup Saturday, September 17th at 9:30AM Come spend the day on the water with Race Committee. A sandwich lunch will be provided for all volunteers. If that sounds like something you d enjoy, email your sandwich order to jpyc-membership@sbcglobal.net and sign up for our Race Committee here. Thank you to all the members that have volunteered for Race Committee this season. Photos: Joe Sjostrom
Reports by Ann Dillenback: Oktoberfest Saturday, October 1st 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Get ready to dust off your lederhosen and stein. It s time for an assortment of German-style beers, music and food. You won t want to miss it! Reports by Ann Dillenback: Taco Bowl Night Saturday, September 17th 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Popcorn Party hosted by Stan & Edith Hill 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Dinner prepared by Mario & Lila of Terrace Grill Make your own taco salad bowl. Choose from chicken, steak, ground beef, veggies, guacamole, salsa, sour cream, shredded cheese, onions, cilantro, tomatoes, rice, & beans. Each meal comes with chicken tortilla soup and dessert. Clambake 2016 Saturday, September 24th 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Mark your calendars. It s almost time for our 4th annual clambake. We ll be feasting on the seafood plate (lobster, shrimp, clams & mussels) or hot dogs (beef) or burgers (beef, turkey or veggie). Sides include corn on the cob, potatoes, corn bread, black bean salad, coleslaw, chips and sheet cake. THIS EVENT REQUIRES YOU TO REGISTER AND PAY IN ADVANCE IF YOU WANT A SEAFOOD DINNER. ONLY THOSE WHO HAVE REGISTERED AND PRE-PAID WILL BE ABLE TO ORDER A SEAFOOD DINNER. WE ALSO ASK THAT YOU ARRIVE TO CLAIM YOUR MEAL BY 7:30 PM. Come by the Club to pay in advance Wednesday through Sunday 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Work Party Saturday, October 15th 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. If you ve never been at a work party. It s well worth your time. Wear clothes that you don t mind getting a little dirty. We ll be doing lots of projects around the Club: cleaning, painting, organizing, rebuilding, and much more. There s a project for everyone, even if you ve only got an hour to spare. Continental breakfast and lunch will be provided to all volunteers. Thank you in advance for all that you do to make this Club special. Thank you Bi-State & Tri-State Race Committee We couldn t have done it without you: Sandra Baskin, Justin Heiser, Jodi Bova, Don Allen, Scott Meyer, Mike Rummery, Jim Webb, Stephanie Levine, Joe Sjostrom, Tom Hytry, Susan Tonin, Gretchen Horn, Sylvia Ewing, Robin Clark, Jim Webb, Evelyn Soto, Allen Smith Jr., Janet Hansen, Dennis Hansen, and Dave Truitt. If we missed acknowledging you in this week s news, please let us know. Support our Gallery! Enjoy our Saturday night dinners!
Commodore s Cup Race and Dinner (continued) Reports by Ann Dillenback: Chill Out Fund Would you like our Club to have central air? Please donate today toward our Chill Out Fund. We need $3027 more to reach our goal. Thank you to all of you that have already donated: Sea Scouts, Dick Baumann, Jim Lett, Chad King, Matthieu Caffrey, Dave Ward, Dave C, Ted Graves, Pam Rice, Anne Marie Miles, Marlon Harvey, Don Allen, Dave Dobbs, Dennis Hansen, Joe Dimatteo, and Anonymous. Please consider donating today. An anonymous donor will match the next $500. Foghorn Check out our August issue of the Foghorn here. Do you plan on attending JPYC events? Do you enjoy writing or taking pictures? Do you have any sea-worthy information or tips you d like to share? Consider writing an article (word doc or text only) or submitting a photo (no larger than 800-1000K) for our next issue of the Foghorn and forward to Pam Rice at pamrice71@gmail.com. The deadline is third week of every month. Photos: Vern Estes Clean Up Thank you to everyone that has been continuing to keep the Jackson Park Yacht Club clean. For those of you that leave crumbs, food, dirty dishes, etc., please take the time to securely close all doors and clean up after yourself. We do not want to encourage any pests inside the building. For your convenience, there are cleaning supplies in the galley area. Thank you for your cooperation. Mischief crew - 1st place
Upcoming Events Cards for Sale We need new boats for our youth sailing program, so we re selling cards and taking donations. Each card is an original hand painted replica created by some of the members of the Jackson Park Yacht Club. Order forms are available on the stairwell bulletin board. Whether you d like to purchase stationary or make a tax-deductible donation toward the purchase of new boats, provide cash or make checks out to the JPYC Foundation. Thanks for contributing to the future fun at our Club. Sept 16 Movie Night Sept 17 MORF Commodore s Cup Sept 17-18 Sheldon Clark Race at CYC Sept 17 Galley Brunch 9a-2p & Dinner 6p-8p Sept 17 Popcorn Party hosted by Stan & Edith Hill 4p-6p Sept 18 Galley Brunch 9a-2p; Funday Bar host Beverly Des Jardins Sept 23 Movie Night Sept 24-26 Timme Angsten Regatta at CYC Sept 24 Galley Brunch 9a-2p; Funday Bar host pending Sept 24 Clam Bake 6p-8p Sept 24 Popcorn Party hosted by You 4p- 6p Sept 25 Galley Brunch 9a-2p; Funday Bar host pending Sept 28 Star North Americans Race Sept 30 Movie Night Oct 1 Galley Brunch 9a-2p & Dinner 6p- 8p Oct 1 Oktoberfest 6p-9p Oct 2 Galley Brunch 9a-2p; Funday Bar host pending Oct 7 Movie Night Oct 8 Galley Brunch 9a-2p & Dinner 6p- 8p Oct 8 Popcorn Party hosted by You 4p-6p Oct 9 Galley Closes Galley Brunch 9a-2p Oct 11 Board Meeting 7p Reports by Ann Dillenback: Security For your safety, please only use the downstairs doors to enter and exit. The galley/kitchen door is only for staff use. Prior to leaving, please check that the door is locked. Thank you. Cards come with envelopes. Contact Kim Webb at jknacwebb@comcast.net Lockers Please keep the locker rooms clean. Any items left in the general locker area are subject to immediate removal. If you d like to use a locker for the season, please see the Steward or Coordinator. Sign up and Serve on a committee!
Wednesday Night Beer Can Races Witchcraft crew - 2nd Place Andele crew - 3rd place Jackson Park Yacht Club 6400 South Promontory Drive Chicago, Illinois 60649 773.684.5522 James Webb, Commodore Karen Harris, Vice-Commodore Janet Hansen, Rear-Commodore Paul Thompson III, Immediate Past Commodore Latitude: 41.46.50 Longitude: 87.34.42 www.jacksonparkyachtclub.org