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Golf 2018 (Tournament-SACI)
Spanish American Club Annual Scholarship Golf Tournament brings together Hispanics golfers, friends and donors
Herman Santa
The Saints Golf Course in Port St. Lucie was packed with the Spanish American Club golf group, friends, and donors, who came out to support the successful Annual Golf Tournament on Wednesday, October 24. Golfers enjoyed a beautiful day with friends, which concluded at the 19th Hole restaurant with delicious food, great prizes, fabulous awards, and wonderful camaraderie.
Congratulations to the tournament winners:
- Bernard Jethroe “Longest Drive”
- Ralph Morrison “Closest to the Pin”
- Gary Bradley and Jorge Crespo “Low Score”
- Ray Guadalupe “Most Improved Golfer of the Year”
We are blessed by your generosity! Thank you to donors among them: Carl Atkins, Eric Frank, Gus Migliore, Gary Bradley, Jorge Pérez, Norman Robinson, Bernard Jethroe, Andy Guisti, Randy Mancuso, Ralph Morrison, Fernando Mejía, Tony George, Ray Guadalupe, Herman Santa, Jack Klein, Jorge Crespo, Luis Arroyo, Cecil Elie, David Santiago, Luis Rosa, Carlos Bonet, Roberto Belardo, Rubén Alemán, Dennis Schmidt, Al Peña, Terri Hemings, Andrew Hanasen and David O’Kelly, Manager of the Pro Golf Shop of The Saints. We are blessed by your generosity!
All funds raised at the event will help the club’s scholarship funds for next year graduating high school seniors of Martin and St. Lucie counties. The Spanish American Club was founded in 1992. The mission of the club is to promote friendship and solidarity among its members and other non profit organizations throughout the Treasure Coast through cultural, social, civic and sport activities; to promote knowledge of all Spanish speaking countries, their geography, history, art, and folklore.
Halloween 2018
Halloween Dance with D.J. José Ramírez at the Polish American Club
By Charlie Quiles
AAAAAAAAAAAAH!!!!! Cried out one lady when abruptly confronted by the Ninja’ Clad Warrior’ who turned out to be a dear acquaintance of hers. This night was attended by Pirates, Ninjas, Witches and even a Ghost or two. It was enough to scare this man out of his ‘Doggy’ costume. We had an Egyptian contingency of beautifully dressed maidens accompanied by Ramses, the great pharaoh. No problem, we had our own Roman senator, not actually, it was Caesar himself to keep them in check. He was accompanied by his regally dressed wife, ‘The Queen’. ‘Little Red Riding Hood’ made an appearance as ‘Elvin Beauties’scampered about. A ‘Knight in Shining Armor’ fearlessly protected his own feline belle from the allures of the ‘Doggy Man’.
A few ‘Gangsta’ figures including at least one ‘moll’ were present. They were all salivating at the presence of the ‘Monopoly Banker’ for some reason. Even a ‘Lady of the Night’ pranced about in a flirtatiously revealing outfit, “Ooh, la, la”. The peasant class were not without representation either ‘Juan Valdes’ along with one or two Colombian lovelies were there. Lest we forget, ‘The Nerd’ went about handing out pictures of himself. How he conquered the heart of that wonderfully dressed ‘Egyptian maiden’ is beyond anybody’s guess.
Tonight’s highlight included the drawing of the raffle for the ‘HP Laptop computer’. It was won by Tania Carrillo who did not attend tonight’s festivities. The raffle has proven to be a valuable boost to the Club’s coffers. Hopefully it will continue to provide needed revenue to help fuel these amazing events. The next raffle and prize will be announced shortly. Thank you to all participants.
Again, as usual, all of this was made possible through the hard work of our Board of Directors: President, Ruben Aleman; Vice President, Nancy Rozon; Treasurer, Lionel Roman; Secretary, Raquel O’Connor; Public Relations Director, Ramon Guadalupe; Director, Carlos Mejia, and Substitute Director, Charlie Quiles. The Club applauds your efforts. Thank you all.
The Spanish American Club was founded in 1992. The mission of the club is to promote friendship and solidarity among its members and other non-profit organizations throughout the Treasure Coast through cultural, social, civic and sport activities; to promote knowledge of all Spanish speaking countries, their geography, history, art, and folklore. Hasta la proxima!
From left Ray ‘ARR’ Guadalupe, Tony Colón, Al ‘Juan Valdéz’ Peña, Aminda Sampson, Cookie Santiago, Nancy ‘The Orange Witch’ Rozón, Gustavo ‘Ye Matey’ Santa, Johnny ‘Cosa Nostra’ Borrás and Rubén Aleman. In background: José and Gloria Ramirez. In background: Jose Ramírez
From left Rubén Alemán, Frank Megaro, Aminda Sampson, Rosendo González, Fidelino Casayas Tony Colón, Dick Diamond, Johnny ‘Cosa Nostra’ Borrás, Lionel ‘The Scream’ Román, Charlie ‘Doggy Man’ Quiles and Ray ‘ARR’ Guadalupe. Seated L to R: Josie ‘O’Lantern’ Guadalupe, Cookie Santiago, Daisy Alemán, Frances ‘Party Girl’ Mata, Berta Del Nodal, Gloria ‘Little Red Riding Hood’ Jaramillo and Patricia Reyes
Event 2018 (Garage Sale)
Garage Sale
By Herman Santa
The members of the Spanish American Club, Inc. held a “Garage Sale” on Friday and Saturday, October 12 and 13, to raise funds for the scholarship. The members donate articles from furniture home theatre, games, glassware, pictures to clothing. Thanks to the board of directors who helped to make the event a success. The Garage sale resulted in substantial funds being generated for the scholarship.
Also, thanks to the generosity of our members who donated the articles and helped with the event, among them: Ruben Aleman, Lucy Santa, Nancy Rozon, Rosie Basabe, Leo Roman and Raquel O’Connor.
Dominoes 2018 (Tournament)
Dominoes Tournament at the St. Lucie Lanes
By Herman Santa
The Spanish American Club, Inc. dominoes tournament was hosted Saturday, October 6, at the St. Lucie Lanes in Port St. Lucie. Club member Ivan Guanill coordinated the event. The event produced enthusiastic participation by local dominoes players from Stuart, Port St. Lucie, Jensen Beach and Ft. Pierce.
The dominoes tournament features a double partner’s ration of 18 men and 10 women in 3 rounds per couple mix doubles play. The entry fee was $15 for members and $20 for non members. Players were selected by lottery. Finalists received a trophy for 1st and 2nd place. All players played with rotation partners of 3 game for the classification of 200 points. The championship game was played with 500 points.
The top four finalists for a final round of 500 points were: Hector Peña and José Echevarría who emerged as the men tournament winners and Daisy Alemán and Diana Colón for the women. Rubén Rodriguez and Edgar López won the split 50/50 raffle drawing. Other players that participated were: (Men) Luis E. Carrillo Jr., Ray Matias, Herman Santa, Rubén Alemán, Angel Pellot, Néstor Pereira, Félix Asencio, David Ramos Jr., Virgilio Cardona, Jack Letra, Dick Sperl, Juan Reyes, Rubén Rodriguez, Gilberto Ferri, Joe Tierno, Edgar López and Roberto Belardo. (Women) Nereida Pellot, Carmen Belardo, Mirta Zapata, Aminda Peña, Josie Guadalupe, Cookie Santiago, Millie Asencio and Sonia Echevarría.
Committee members that assisted Ivan were Rubén Aleman, Angel Pellot, Nerida Pellot, José Santiago and Herman Santa. Monitors for the tournament were Ivan Guanill, José Santiago, Tony Colón and Joe Colón. Thanks to all tournament participants and volunteers. It was a great day of dominoes with nice people. The best thing, of course, is that profits from the tournament were donated to the scholarship fund of the club. A win-win for all!
The Spanish American Club was founded in 1992. The mission of the club is to promote friendship and solidarity among its members and other non-profit organizations throughout the Treasure Coast through cultural, social, civic and sport activities; to promote knowledge of all Spanish speaking countries, their geography, history, art, and folklore.
The game of Dominoes is enjoyed throughout the Caribbean, Central America, and South America, as well as Spain. It is prevalent in every Hispanic culture especially in Puerto Rico and Spain. As part of the 2018 “Heritage Month” celebration.
From left Rubén Rodriguez and Edgar López
From left Daisy Alemán and Diana Colón
Anniversary 2018
26th Anniversary of SACI with D.J. José Ramírez at The Polish American Club
by Charlie Quiles
On Saturday, September 28…..and then the clock struck 6 as club members and their spouses trickled into the ballroom. Awaiting them, the tables were beautifully decorated each with a bouquet of flowers and flags representing the various Latino countries, indicative of the many nationalities present at this festivity. Some guests in attendance dressed in the traditional garb of their respective nation. In any event they all came ready to party.
A short delay was experienced when the DJ forgot this was a Friday night event and not the usual Saturday night affair. However, that did not seem to dampen the spirits of the attendees one bit. When he (DJ) finally made his appearance, it was to loud cheers. With the aid of our club members he quickly set up his equipment and once again they were all ready to party down.
They danced to a variety of salsas, merengues, cumbias, bachata and even one or two reggaeton. At one point, DJ Jose stopped the music to honor a request by Dick and Karen Diamond. The attendees were entertained by the Diamonds as they danced to the romantic ballad by Roberto Carlos, “Si El Amor Se Va”.
Lucky Door prize winners were Yvonne Bonet, Wanda Oquendo, Javier Andrade, Vivian Megaro, Aida Vélez. and finally Sandra Jimenez and Lucy Santa won the split 50/50 raffle drawing. Proceeds benefit our generous ‘Scholarship Fund’. The ‘Club’ thanks all who participated in support of this charitable cause.” (excerpt provided by Herman Santa ‘unofficial club historian’)
During this period, President Ruben Aleman called for a moment of silence in honor of our own Luis Carrillo. Luis served as the Club Treasurer until recently when he had to step down due to the excruciating pains of his overwhelming illness. He succumbed to his ailment shortly thereafter. Luis, you served your Club well. You will be sorely missed.
Again, as usual, all of this was made possible through the hard work of our Board of Directors: President, Ruben Aleman; Vice President, Nancy Rozon; Treasurer, Lionel Roman; Secretary, Raquel O’Connor; Public Relations Director, Ramon Guadalupe; Director, Carlos Mejia, and; Substitute Director, Charlie Quiles. The Club applauds your efforts. Thank you all.
The Spanish American Club was founded in 1992. The mission of the club is to promote friendship and solidarity among its members and other non profit organizations throughout the Treasure Coast through cultural, social, civic and sport activities; to promote knowledge of all Spanish speaking countries, their geography, history, art, and folklore. Hasta la proxima! (Until next time!)
From left: Sandra Jimenez and Lucy Santa
From left Charlie Quiles, Virginia González, Arturo Guadalupe, Karen Diamond, Ed. Parra and Roberto Vélez
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