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Awards 2001 (Zequeira)
Socia destacada
Por Herman Santa
El boletín “La Voz” reconoció a cinco socios destacados del “Spanish American Club, Inc.”del año Dos Mil por sus esfuerzos y desempeño, que los realizan por su entrega, integridad y rectitud, así como el servicio, talento y el tiempo que prestaron al Club.
La premiación se realizó en el restaurante “Don Eduardo” de Jensen Beach, en donde se presentaron las placas por parte de Arnaldo Palenzuela, ex Presidente de la Organización. Entre los socios distinguidos se encontraban Sarah Lee, ex Secretaria del Club y su mamá Ileana Zequeira. Ex Vocal. Otra socia escogida fué Martha González, ex Tesorera quien no pudo asistir a la Asamblea General Anual de los socios. El nuevo Presidente del Club Herman Santa, presentó al presidente saliente Arnaldo Palenzuela, una placa con la fotografia de la directiva del año 2000.
Arnaldo Palenzuela nació en Habana, Cuba. La encomiable labor en su trabajo, su sentido de responsabilidad y sobro todo la completa entrega en todo lo que realiza fueron elementos importantes para la seleeción de Naldo o Pale como le llaman sus amigos para la placa del Club. Este prominente hombre de negocios se ha considerado por los ultimos años persona importante en Club. Su conmtribución como ex Presidente, ex Tesorero y mientras fungío como presidente el año pasado, fué un punto a favor de promover y mantener al Club de lo que es hoy. !Honor a quien honor merece!
Willie González, nació en Arecibo, Puerto Rico. El nombre de Willie González es más que conocido en los condados martín y St. Lucie. Su liderato como ex Vice Presidente, tenacidad y honestidad comprende algunos de los atributos de este hombre luchador y trabajador. Willie se destacó grandemente como Vice Presidente dos veces. Durante esos dos años ayudó en varios comités y contibuyo con el crecimiento del Club. No le decimos a Willie hasta luego, sino hasta ahorita por que Willie nos prometió seguir adelante con la publicació del boletín. !También le abonamos otro más a su cuenta, pues se lo merece!
Martha González, nació en Bogotá, Colombia. El espíritu emprendedor que caracteriza el ánimo y personalidad de Martha le llevó a ocupar el puesto de la tesoreria del Club. Los méritos excepcionales como auditora de Rentas Internas y el conociemento de contabilidad le dío la confieanza a los socios para que desempeñara el cargo de la tesoreria, por lo cual se merece la placa por el trabajo tan excelente que hizo. !También la felicitamos!
Sarah Lee, nació en, Cuba. Con una gran personalidad, firmes convinciones y experiencia en bienes raices, Sarah hizo una excelente labor secretarial. Las minutas mensuales siempre le llegaron a los socios sin retraso. Sarah contribuyó con su liderazgo a que el Club saliera adelante y por eso es reconocida con una placa la cual se merece. !Gracias Sarah por tu contribución!
lleana Zequira, nació, Cuba. Con su sabiduría, personalidad y amor a hacia el ser humano, Ileana es merecedora de la placa del Club. Ileana se distiguió por su labor de Vocal. Su ayuda al club fué excepcional, tus compañeros del Club te admiramos y te felicitamos por tu contribución y tu granito de arena para llevar adelante las metas de nuestra Organizacion. Una vez más, !Felicidades! uestro agradecimiento especial a los socios que participaron en varios comités y a todos nuestros socios y familiares por su apoyo. También queremos dar las gracias a nuestros colaboradores, auspiciadores y amigos por su respaldo a la labor que realiza el “Spanish American Club, Inc.”
Assembly 2001
Members of SACI elect Board of Directors at Langford Park clubhouse in Jensen Beach
By Herman Santa
The newsletter “La Voz” announces the new Board of Directors of the Club that will govern the entity’s affairs for the upcoming year. The Assembly took place on Sunday, January 20, at the Langford Park clubhouse in Jensen Beach. The new board is chaired by Herman Santa and the vice president is Roberto Betancourt.
The other directors are: secretary Isa Bryson, treasurer Yolanda Sanchez, and the board member is Gladys Vélez. After the assembly, the members gathered at the “Don Eduardo Mexican Restaurant” on Hutchinson Island. Most of the members and guests were present. During dinner, there were conversations, and it took place in an atmosphere of camaraderie, joy, health, and cordiality.
The activity culminated with a toast for the new millennium. Everyone enjoyed the delicious Mexican food prepared in the traditional Mexican style. Thanks to the board for organizing another tasty dinner and for continuing to invite Corner to the Hispanic establishments in the area, as it is the best way to promote the Hispanic restaurants that sponsor our newsletter.
after the General Assembly
celebrating after the General Assembly
Spring 2000
Annual Spring with live music at “El Toro” Restaurant in Stuart
By Herman Santa
Some of the partners gathered on March 23 at the elegant restaurant/cantina “El Toro” in the city of Stuart. They enjoyed a delicious dinner prepared by Nestor Martinez, the owner of the establishment. What a great way to support our sponsors! The partners have dined at the restaurants Pueblo Viejo, Habana Biltmore, Don Eduardo, and Don Ramon. The owners of these establishments have contributed with gift certificates and have advertised in our newsletter.
Get Together 2001 (Finnerty)
Get Together with Disc music at the residence of Ed and Maria Finnerty
By Herman Santa
The enthusiasm of the members, the rich Latin food, and the music made the monthly gathering of the members at Ed and María Finnerty’s residence in Port St. Lucie a delight. From early in the afternoon on June 23, the members and guests began to arrive and enjoy the delicious buffet that the Finnerty family had prepared for us. As always, it started with a cocktail while dinner was being prepared. The buffet had all kinds of offerings for the palate, from the delicious rice with pigeon peas, moros y cristianos, roasted pork to salads.
Mother’s 2000
Annual Mother’s Day with D.J. Salsa Express & Latin D.J. at Jensen Beach Women’s Club
By Herman Santa
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Many lost their feet on Saturday, May 20th. For more than four hours, the crowd that gathered at the Jensen Beach Women’s Club drank, danced, and had fun until one in the morning. An elegant attendance graced a dance where good taste and the best company prevailed, making this activity organized by the Board of Directors one that did not lack attention to detail and surprises, from the beautiful decoration arranged by the decoration committee with floral arrangements on each table.
To organize an event of this magnitude, where the best in music is expected, it is essential to have a good Board of Directors and the support of the members who sold the tickets and the sponsors who made donations for the activity. But let’s talk about the “D.J.” The music of Robert Roldan and his “Salsa Express & Latin D.J.” was impeccable, as he played almost uninterrupted for more than four hours with precision, enthusiasm, and excellence.
Get Together 2000 (Lee)
Monthly “Get Together” at the residence of Daniel y Sara Lee Port St Lucie
By Herman Santa
A joyful night with compact disc music set the atmosphere for the monthly meeting of the members and guests of SACI on Saturday, April 2. The party started with a cocktail near the pool so that everyone could mingle before dinner and dancing began. Afterwards, a buffet was served with meats, rice, light salads, and delicious desserts, among other dishes. Once everyone had finished dinner, the dancing started with compact disc music provided by the young couple, Daniel and Sara Lee.
While outside, on a pleasant terrace, others sat down to enjoy some appetizers and chat in the fresh air by the pool. It was a “Get Together” with a relaxing atmosphere to relieve stress, which, like every month, the members and guests fully enjoyed. We must thank the Lee family for the invitation and for the lovely time we spent, which gave us the opportunity to connect in a friendly environment.
Get Together 2000 (Avilés)
Monthly Get Together at the residence of John and Gertrudis Avilés in Port St. Lucie
By Herman Santa
On Sunday, February 26, the first “Get Together” of the year was held at the home of John and Gertrudis Aviles in Port St. Lucie. The party began with the monthly Board of Directors meeting one hour before the guests arrived. After the meeting, members and guests started with cocktails so that everyone could socialize before dinner and dancing began.
A large number of members and invited guests gathered there to enjoy the delicious Latin food prepared by the members themselves. After dinner, many members danced in the spacious “Florida Room” to the compact disc music provided by the Aviles family. The Aviles family had prepared a buffet that included roasted pork, rice with pigeon peas, black beans, pickled green bananas, pasta, and other favorite dishes of Hispanics. To complement the meal, they also had desserts and ice cream. We had a joyful time, thanks to the Aviles family for their hospitality and for lending their residence for the club’s monthly meeting.
Cruise 2000 (Palm Beach Princess)
Sabroso the cruise trip “Palm Beach Princess Casino”
By Herman Santa
With overflowing energy, dance, spectacle, lunch, and laughter, the traditional Cruise Trip of the “Spanish American Club, Inc.” took place successfully on Sunday, April 16. It all began when members arrived at the parking lot of the “Albertson” supermarket in Port Lucie to board the bus that the club rented from “Around the Clock.”
At exactly 8:30 in the morning, everyone was ready to celebrate such an important social event, where more than 60 people enjoyed lunch, danced, gambled at the casinos, and had fun with the shows at the “Palm Beach Princess Casino.” The successful social event, organized by the Board of Directors, was characterized by its organization, order, and punctuality. We must congratulate them on another well-planned activity, and as they say in English, “our hats are off” to all those who worked to make this trip a success.
Christmas 2001
“Christmas Party” and “Christmas Toys Drive” at the residence of the Maldonados
By Herman Santa
On Sunday, December 16th at 7:00 p.m., some club members gathered at the home of Bill and Neisa Maldonado in Port St. Lucie to collect toys for low-income children and hold the usual monthly “Get Together.” As usual, it started with a toast, after which the members enjoyed a delicious dinner of typical Latin dishes. After dinner, the birthdays of the present members were celebrated, including Willie González and Arnaldo Palenzuela, and it concluded with a “Parranda Navideña.”
The terrace was adorned with laughter and joy, creating a night with a festive spirit. Toys will be distributed among Latino children in the cities of Indiantown and Ft. Pierce. The club directors thank the members of the “Spanish American Club, Inc.” and the guests for the Christmas gifts that will brighten the hearts of many low-income children. We hope that next year will see a repeat of this event, as it is one of the reasons we exist as a social, recreational, and civic club. The next activity is scheduled for December 31 to celebrate the farewell of the “Old Year” at the residence of Astrid and John Ebner in the city of Stuart. All members are invited.
Valentine 2001
Annual Valentine with “Salsa Express” D.J. at Don Eduardo Mexican Restaurant in Jensen Beach
By Herman Santa
As expected, the “Dance of the Lovers” became the destination for hundreds of salsa dancers on Saturday, February 17, as they secured their seats from 9 p.m. in search of the party and fun.
The task was not easy for the Board of Directors, as the tickets sold out a day before the party. Many people, especially the young ones who seemed to have forgotten about the existence of nightclubs and the famous “Pubs” during Valentine’s Day weekend. This celebration became the perfect opportunity to reconnect with old friends and meet new faces in a clean, healthy, and joyful environment.
The music was provided by Robert Roldan and his “Salsa Express.” Robert had a repertoire of modern music for us. Bachata, merengue, cumbia, and bolero, especially for the lovers, were all present. As always, Bob entertained us by making us dance the “Soul Train,” Salsa Soul, and other rhythms from the 1970s. For the young ones, he entertained them with “Hip Hop” and other modern rhythms.
During a break, the president of the Herman Santa Club thanked the decoration committee for the decoration of the hall, introduced the new Board of Directors, and praised the past administration for their work. The 50/50 raffle was also held, and certificates from our sponsors were distributed. The winners were: Iliana Zequeira and Lourdes Sarkar for the 50/50, Omar Tribulo with the Don Eduardo’s certificate, Elizabeth Caraballo and Jose Berroa with Boston Market certificates, and Judah Williams and Ron Bryson with certificates from Choco’s.
Finally, we would like to thank our sponsors for this event. They were: Eduardo Pozos from “Don Eduardo Mexican Restaurant” in Hutchinson Island, Socrates Mejia from Choco’s Auto Detailing in Port St. Lucie, Dr. Jerry Perlmutter from Quality Dental Care in Ft. Pierce, and Norma Colón, Manager of Boston Market in Port St. Lucie. At this party, it was demonstrated that the “Spanish American Club, Inc.” is more alive than ever.
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