Ludington Yacht Club

Now here’s a good combination; National Fajita and National Pinot Noir Day!  Unless of course you make your fajitas with pork (or catfish) in which case you may wish to couple them with a fine Pinot Grigio, or a Shiner Bock beer.

There have been a couple of successful events over the past couple of weeks at LYC which, unfortunately, Luci and I were unable to attend.  A shout out to Cody Leedham for hosting the “Wing on Wing” dinner on August 10. By all accounts a great time was had by all in attendance.  Cody wishes to thank his crew including Mackenzie Leedham, Barbara Schmidt, Linda & Alex Zaydel, Greg & Michelle Moyers, Keith Marcus, Tom & Marge Carlson, Tom Bell, Steve & Dawn Leedham, Brian & Beth Moore, and of course, Becky Erickson. Thanks to Marty Schmidt for his role in grilling wings for everyone’s enjoyment. 

And then, this past Friday the team of Gail Kretchman, Guen & Scott Hultman, Sherrie Gartside, Heidi Brockelbank, Shelley Tibbits, Dawn Leedham & Becky Erickson hosted a very successful cocktail party for the Ludington High School Resource Center.  Nearly $6,000 was raised.  There is still time to contribute.  Please consider donating to this most worthy, and very local, cause that LYC has supported annually for many years now.  You can leave a check (payable to the “Ludington Youth Resource Center”) or cash in the jar for that purpose at the club or send your check to LYC, P.O. Box 132, Ludington MI 49431.  Many thanks to those who have donated already and those who will.

This week at LYC: Tuesday August 20 – FERGBURGS from 5:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m.  Same routine…best burger in town for a $12 per person donation to the Sailing School plus a choice of sides (I’m short on time this week so no Charro Beans, sorry…but plenty of regular beans, cream corn, potato salad, & coleslaw as always!).

Thursday Sailboat races continue…boats leave the dock about 4:30 p.m. for a 5:30 p.m. start.“Cocktails at the Club” happens as usual on Friday August 23 starting around 5:30 p.m.  Bring an appetizer to share if you wish (not required by any means) and join in this weekly informal social gathering.

Saturday August 24 – PEEL & EAT SHRIMP DINNER.  Menu to include boiled shrimp, red skin potato, vinegar coleslaw, ciabatta rolls, and dessert.  $15 per person.  Social at 6:00 p.m. with dinner at 7:00 p.m. Please make reservations with Sandy (231-690-6224) by the end of the day on Thursday August 22.

“Down the road”: 

• General Membership meeting September 3 (September, already?) 
• Fergburgs on September 3 & 17
• Bloomer Cup dinner – Saturday September 7 .
• Corn Beef dinner September 14
• Meatloaf dinner September 21
• Swiss Steak dinner October 5
• Annual Membership Meeting October 15

A reminder to check the membership directory for any errors that might have crept in (I have been notified of a few already) and let me know.  I will make corrections and send another out in the future.

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Tuesday August 13 – Grilled chicken and shredded pork sandwiches are on the menu for the every other week sailing school fundraiser.  Grill is open from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m.  Your $12 donation to the sailing school is much appreciated.

Thursday August 14 – Weekly sailboat races continue…

Friday August 16 – LUDINGTON YOUTH RESOURCE CENTER FUNDRAISER.  Once again this summer, LYC is hosting a fundraiser to support the Ludington Youth Resource Center.  Please consider giving generously to this worthy cause and attend a kick-off cocktail party complete with heavy appetizers beginning at 5:30 p.m. to learn more about this great benefit to the youth of our community. The Center supports the needs of area youth who sometimes fall through the cracks.  The Center is run fully by volunteers and provides everything from food, clothing, hygiene and household items to car and home repairs. The Center is under the direction of Mark Boon.  Mark will be on hand to share some of his goals for the coming year.  He will be introducing his supporting staff as he prepares to retire in the not-too-distant future. The Committee thanks you in advance for your generous donations to this most worthy cause that the LYC membership has supported for many years.

SATURDAY AUGUST 17 – WALLEYE DINNER #2.  Menu to include:  Walleye fillet, hush puppies, coleslaw, wild rice, clam chowder, and dessert.  Cost is $15 per person.  

Social at 6:00 p.m. with dinner at 7:00 p.m.  Please call Sandy Gomez to make a reservation by Wednesday August 14.

LOOKING AHEAD: Tuesday August 20 – FERGBURGS“Cocktails at the Club” happens on Friday August 23 starting around 5:30 p.m.

Saturday August 24 – PEEL & EAT SHRIMP DINNER.  Menu will include boiled shrimp, red skin potato, vinegar coleslaw, ciabatta rolls, and dessert.  $15 per person.  Social at 6:00 p.m. with dinner at 7:00 p.m. Please make reservations with Sandy  prior to Wednesday August 21

Now that we have reached our membership cap for 2024, I have compiled a membership directory is available.

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