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Tomorrow Morning's Y's Men Meeting Cancelled

The regular Thursday morning meeting of the Y's Men scheduled for tomorrow has been cancelled because of an expected ice and snow storm. With apologies for any inconvenience, Y's Men leadership thought it best to exercise caution to protect the safety of its members.

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Wednesday Update -- February 5, 2025

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• Tomorrow's Y's Men Meeting Cancelled Because of Snow Storm
• GIDG Meets This Monday at 9:00 am
• Spanish-American War Topic of Military Discussion Group
• Y's Men Breakfast Club Gathers February 11
• Y's Men Jazz Lunch Scheduled for February 12
• Annual Chinese New Year Celebration February 18
• New Members Lunch Set for Thursday, February 27
• T&E Announces Two Trips in February
• Classes Begin This Month to Volunteer for WVEMS
• Friday Deadline for Rotary Super Bowl Raffle 
• Staples Chamber Orchestra to Perform for Y's Men March 4
• New England Patriots Personalities Made "The Dynasty"

GIDG Meets This Monday, February 10 at 9:00 am

The Global Issues Discussion Group (GIDG) will meet Monday, February 10 in Room 203/204 at the Saugatuck Congregational Church at 9:00 am.

In its last session, the Group agreed to discuss the issues with Germany and France as the relationship with the US becomes strained. However, Group leaders agreed subsequently to include some time near the end of the meeting to discuss the current situation with Canada, Mexico and China due to the new tariffs. 

"Keep your eyes on the news," says GIDG Moderator Frank Wood. "See you Monday.".

For more information on GIDG, contact Frank Wood at fwood227@gmail.com.

Spanish-American War Topic of Military Discussion Group

The topic for the Military Discussion Group on Monday will be the Spanish-American War. The Group meets at 10:00 am this Monday, February 10 in its usual room (across from Room 203/204) at the Saugatuck Congregational Church

For additional information on the Military Discussion Group, contact Jon Fox at jonfox06880@gmail.com.

The Y's Men Breakfast Club 2025

Another Y's Men Social Event

Tuesday, February 11th, 2025 at 8:00 am.

Join us for breakfast at The Original Pancake House in Westport.

The cost is an amazing $12.50 per person with tax and tip included. Pay by credit card by clicking on the link below or send a check made out to Y's Men of Westport/Weston and mail to Y's Men, PO Box 167, Westport, CT 06880.

A few rules apply. You must keep to the menu which is already robust.

You will be treated to coffee or tea, two eggs any style, three fluffy pancakes, 1/2 order of meat (bacon, patties, links).

Questions? Please call Ron Holtz 203-993-4970

The Original Pancake House

43 Main Street

Westport, CT

In the old Acqua Restaurant space off Parker Harding Plaza.

Y's Men Jazz Lunch Set For Wednesday, February 12

The February Y's Men Jazz Lunch will be at noon on Wednesday, February 12 at the Westport VFW on Riverside Avenue.

Featured on the big screen will be Jazz piano and big band legends such as Dave Brubeck, Erroll Garner, Count Basie, Stan Kenton and more. Biographical sketches will also be presented for each performer.

The buffet lunch will again be provided by Calise's. Cost is $25.00 per person, pay there.

Any questions, contact Jeff Hare at jeffhare@optonline.net.

Y's Men Annual Chinese New Year Celebration February 18

Another Y's Men Social Event has been scheduled for Tuesday, February 18 at 6:00 pm when Y's Men will celebrate the Year of the Snake. The event will be held at Ginkgo Sichuan in Fairfield.

The menu consists of Hot and Sour Soup, Spring Rolls and Steamed Dumplings to start. Main courses are Peking Duck, Orange Beef, Chicken in Garlic Sauce, Ginger Flavored Shrimp, and Sautéed Green Beans. The price is $50.00 per person. Bring your own wine. The event is limited to 50 people, so click the button below to pay and sign up now.

New Members: Save Thursday, February 27 for Luncheon

A luncheon for new members of Y's Men will be held on Thursday, February 27 at Gabriel's Italian Steakhouse of Westport, 27 Powers Court, beginning at noon.

The event provides an opportunity to meet fellow new members, connect with the Y's Men leadership team, learn about Y's Men activities, trips, and events, and find ways to become involved. Following the luncheon, attendees are invited to a comprehensive backstage tour of the Westport Country Playhouse next door to the restaurant.

Contact Membership Chairman Allan Siegert at News@siegert.us with any questions.

Trips and Events

Wednesday, February 12

New Britain Museum of American Art

Wives and significant others invited

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Tuesday, February 18

Lee Overland’s “Net Zero” Home in Fairfield

Spouses & significant others are welcome

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EMS Volunteers Needed; Classes Begin February 11

EMT Class Starts Soon

The Westport Volunteer Emergency Medical Service needs more community members who are willing to step up and join them in saving lives on the ambulance. Please click below to add your name to our interest list so that you're notified when the next class is opening for registration.

Also click here for complete information on classes conducted by the WVEMS to obtain an Emergency Medical Technician certificate or an Emergency Medical Responder certificate in the State of Connecticut.

EMT classes begin Tuesday, February 11, and EMR classes begin on Monday, March 3.

Westport Sunrise Rotary Raising Money with Super Bowl Raffle

Westport Sunrise Rotary has kicked off its Annual Super Bowl Raffle to raise money for the dozens of charities it supports locally and internationally as well as in youth and community service. Tickets in the raffle are $50.00 each and participants can win $1,000.00 or more.

Click the button below to buy tickets and read details about how the raffle works.

Staples Chamber Orchestra to Perform for Y's Men March 4

The Staples Stradivarius Chamber Orchestra will perform for Y's Men March 4.

One of Staples High School’s elite musical ensembles will perform a free concert on Tuesday, March 4 in the Saugatuck Congregational Church Sanctuary, beginning at 2:45 pm. The concert serves as the March meeting of the Y’s Men Classical Music Society.

The Stradivarius Chamber Orchestra is an advanced, by-audition ensemble open to all Staples High School string players currently enrolled in the high school’s orchestra programs. Candidates must audition each spring for the following school year’s ensemble, whether they were part of the previous year’s ensemble or not. 

Going Inside the Personalities That Made

The New England Patriots "The Dynasty"

Noted Author Jeff Benedict talked about his book "The Dynasty."

Last Monday evening the Y's Men brought noted author Jeff Benedict to The Westport Library to discuss his book "The Dynasty," a chronicle of the path the New England Patriots took to NFL greatness. 

Author of 17 books, Benedict took us inside his relationships with owner Robert Kraft, superstar QB Tom Brady, and legendary coach Bill Belichick, giving an intimate view of each and how they worked together, in spite of having many differences. 

This was not a football talk but a most insightful look into their differing personalities and relationships and how they succeeded in spite of their differences. 

Click here to view the video and come inside the minds of one of the most successful professional sports franchises in history. It will surprise you.