Inside: September Newsletter, Cruising & Crabs, Music-Music-Music, EYCF Auction, Much More | |
EYC Newsblast, August 31 - September 11, 2022 | |
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Greetings, EYC Members!
Labor Day Weekend already! Where has the summer gone? Kids are back to school, but there’s plenty of playtime left for everyone, with fun on and off the water during our busy weekends and lots going on the rest of the time, too.
Be sure to keep an eye on the online calendar and the mobile app, and sign up for EYC Text messages. Protect yourself from FOMO, whatever floats your boat.
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Have you tried the great Summer Menu? Looking for some fresh Weekly Specials? Full food service is available Wednesday - Thursday 5 - 9:30 p.m.; Friday and Saturday noon - 9:30 p.m.; and Sunday (including brunch), 11 a.m. - 9 p.m. The bar is open Mondays and Tuesdays, 4 - 9 p.m. (no food service*). Don't forget Friday Lunch! *NOTE: Labor Day, Monday, September 5, food service will; be available 12 noon to 4 p.m.; regular bar hours until 9 p.m. | | |
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Labor Day Weekend: Cruising & Crabs in Cambridge | Last call to sign up for for another spectacular Labor Day Weekend Cruise! Everyone -- sailboaters, powerboaters, even land yacht participants -- is welcome to a long-standing EYC traditional event: the Labor Day Weekend Cruise to Cambridge, highlighted by a fabulous Crab Feast at the historic J.M. Clayton facility. Sign up for all or part of this great weekend -- and/or the add-on five-day cruise beyond. Only a handful of seats are left for the Crab Feast, so RESERVE NOW: This will sell out, don't be disappointed.. | |
First Thursday LIVE! September 1 | Join your friends on Thursday, September 1, 6 - 8 p.m., for great live music from AJ and the Lovecats. The band is playing for tips only, so please remember to bring cash and be generous in showing your appreciation!. | |
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'Float-In' Concert at Shaw Bay, Saturday, September 10
Raft up and relax while listening to the music of the Eastport Oyster Boys featuring The Wye River Band at a floating concert in Shaw Bay on the Wye River. Bring your dinghy, paddle board, kayak, or anything that floats, and raft up in front of the band.
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Summer Concert with the Dan Haas Band
Sunday, September 11, 5 p.m.
Dan and his band did such an awesome performance for the Commodore’s Ball back in May, we are bringing him back for some more of his pop-rock music to get you up and moving on the lawn. Table seating will be limited, bring lawn chairs and blankets and plan to arrive early to get a good spot.
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Sailing continues locally into the Winter with the beginning of AYC’s frostbite series. Races are held in two series, the first of which runs from November 6 to December 11. Use of our J/22s during the series can be obtained through our Waterfront Access program following a checkout for first time registrants. Availability is limited for boat reservations, so please notify the Waterfront Manager immediately if you intend to register AND have a crew lined up. | |
Our last safe powerboating class of the season is scheduled for September 10, a single day accelerated course that covers US Powerboating Curriculum. Interested parties should sign up via the website, or direct questions to the waterfront manager at waterfront@Eastportyc.org | |
Outfitters Has What YOU Want! | |
If you’re sweltering and suffering through these last dog days of August, you might want to grab a t-shirt or two. We still have a large variety of colors available in our unisex t-shirts in both comfort colors and brights. If, on the other hand, your thoughts are already turning to fall, check out our latest arrival by member request. Long-sleeved denim shirts for men and women are now available in limited quantities, so grab one while you can. Available in S-3XL for both men and women.
Outfitters will be open and selling:
- Wednesday, August 31, 5:30 - 7:00 p.m.
- Wednesday, September 7, 5:30 - 7:00 p.m.
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Your Chance to Bid on 80+ Fabulous Prizes at the EYCF Virtual Auction | This year's auction is coming together better than ever! This is your chance to bid and win fabulous prizes from local businesses to benefit a great cause! | |
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All proceeds from the auction will support EYC Foundation's Marine and Maritime Education programs including STEM through Boating, Jr. Sailing Scholarships, Career Expo, Marine & Maritime Scholarships, and more.
Register Today! Bidding Opens on September 10th!: charityauction.bid/EYCFfoundation
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- What's going well, what needs fixing...
- How are our Club leaders doing...
- What should be on the Board's agenda for 2023...
The EYC Nominating Committee has a handful of private discussion sessions left to get YOUR feedback.
Find out more: Read the 2022 NomCom announcement, sign up for one of the sessions, more. Let's talk! Every opinion matters!
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Lend a Hand! Help Stop Runoff. | The Brown Thumbs are going to install landscape timbers to edge the waterside gardens, to help minimize runoff around the marina. They are looking for a few members willing to help lay and pin timbers for two hours – Saturday, September 17, 9 a.m. Can you help? | |
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SAVE THE DATE: November 18
Planning is underway for the 2022 Holiday Market! Sip signature holiday cocktails while you shop over 15 local artists and vendors. Stay for dinner to enjoy a special holiday menu, and get your gifts wrapped while you dine! Guests are welcome! Additional details to follow.
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Can I Call You a ... LYFT? | Long day on the water, or too sleepy to drive? Speak to the Manager on Duty and we'll call a Lyft for you. The Lyft fare will appear on your regular billing statement and you will have a safe way home that is seamless. | | |
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