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Halloween 2013
Halloween Dance with D.J. José Ramírez at the DAV
By Herman Santa
The Spanish American Club, Inc. sponsored a Halloween Party on Saturday, Oct. 26, at the Disabled American Veterans Club in Port St. Lucie. Treasurer Ron Bryson and Secretary Al Feliciano handled registration at the door. Each attendee received a door prize ticket. There were birthday celebrations, 50/50 drawings, door prizes and, of course, the best Halloween costumes.
While the D.J. played a birthday song, the secretary Al Feliciano called up front all the members that were present to celebrate their birthdays of the month of October.
Mirta Zapata and Virginia Feliciano won the door prizes. Xiomara Guanill Linda Manzanares won the 50/50. Erika Rodriguez and Al Manzanares won the best Halloween costumes. The board is appreciative of all participants who purchased scholarship drawing tickets, the members that donated door prizes, helped with the decorations and setup and participated in our event.
L to R: Mirta Zapata, Virginia Feliciano,
50/50
Xiomara Guanill and Linda Manzanares
Al Manzanares
Anniversary 2013
21st Anniversary of SACI with D. J. José Ramírez at the DAV
By Herman Santa
On Saturday, Sept. 28, members and supporters of the Spanish American Club, Inc. gathered to celebrate the 21st anniversary of the club at the Disabled American Veteran Club in Port St. Lucie. This beautiful affair was chaired by Alex James, vice president of the club, in coordination with other board members, Nancy Rozon, Ron Bryson, and Al Feliciano. Before the raffle drawings, James called up to the podium former board of directors that were present, for recognition of their contributions and dedicated work on behalf of the club. Among them were Herman Santa, Kathy Rivera, Jimmy Rivera, Mary Figliola, Isa Bryson, Kino Vélez, Gladys Vélez, Karen Diamond, Lucy Santa and Nora Candelario.
Spanish American Club Inc., co-founder Herman Santa presented a very informative update about the club’s current status and its growth in membership. As of Sept. 28, there were 24,465 views of the website and 465 articles have been posted since 1992, the club’s inception. The club has donated $16,000 in scholarships, to 32 local Treasure Coast high school graduates of Hispanic heritage since 1992. Membership in the Spanish American Club has risen from 18 members in 1992 to 136 and the club continues to receive requests for applications for membership.
D. J. José Ramírez entertained the guests and everyone enjoyed dancing to the end. Later in the evening, the D.J. played a birthday song to celebrate the birthdays of Karen Diamond, Carly Werhly, José Ramírez and Joe Abbate. There were two door prizes and a 50/50 drawing to top off the event. The 50/50 winner was Marilena Romero.
The nonprofit organization’s mission is to unite Hispanics throughout the Treasure Coast, in order to preserve our Hispanic Heritage. Throughout the year, the members meet once a month to socialize, dine and dance. The group also gives three scholarships to local high school students. In November the members give food baskets in Thanksgiving for low income families and in December the members collect Christmas toys for needy children.
Karen Diamond, Carly Werhly, José Ramírez and Joe Abbate.
Independence 2013
Independence Celebration with D.J. José Ramírez at “DAV”
By Herman Santa
Members of The Spanish American Club, Inc. hosted the Annual Independence Celebration on Saturday, July 27 at the Disabled American Veteran’s Club in Port St. Lucie.
The members and their guests enjoyed a night of socialization, dancing and door prizes. The party began with the president of the club, Carlos Bonet thanking the members for their attendance and support and updating them of the coming events. Following the president’s speech, members born in the month of July were sung Happy Birthday. Among them were Ron Bryson and Yvonne Bonet.
After the celebration of birthdays, the directors held the raffles (Grand prize, 50/50 and the door prize) and the hat dance contest. The grand prize winner (40” Sony LED TV) was Celia Santiago, the 2nd Prize winner (Blu Ray DVD Player) was Billy Betancourt and the 3rd Prize winner (Gift certificate at Applebee’s) was Alex James. The 50/50 winners were: Virginia Feliciano and Isa Bryson. The door prize winner was Robert Rodergeau and the hat dance contest winner was Al Manzanares. Fifty percent of the proceeds from the Raffles will go to the Spanish American Clubs’ Scholarship Program.
Big thanks go to the members and their guests who bought tickets for the raffles. And finally, many thanks to the door prizes donors, to the members who helped with the decorations, the set ups and planned the event.
Scholarship Award 2013
Spanish American Club, Inc. awarded scholarships
By Herman Santa
The Spanish American Club, Inc. is proud to recognize three outstanding students selected to receive the club’s 2013 scholarship awards. The recipients are: Vanessa Guarnizo, Pamela Garcia and Sarahi Monjaras.
Vanessa Guarnizo was born in Bogota, Colombia. Her parents, Fernando and Aidaly were born in Bogota, Colombia and now are living in Port St. Lucie. She graduated from Lincoln ParkAcademy. She is attending University of Florida and majoring in Biomedical Engineering.
Pamela Garcia was born in Chicago, Illinois. Her parents, Mariano and Claudia are of Mexican descent and now are in living in Stuart. She graduated from SouthForkHigh School. Pamela will attend University of CentralFlorida. She will major in English and she would like to pursue a career as an author.
Sarahi Monjaras was born in Stuart and graduated from ClarkAdvancedLearningCenter. Her parents, Misael and Irma Monjaras were born in Mexico and now are living in Stuart. She will attend FlaglerCollege and she will major in English and will pursue a career in Journalism.
The scholarship committee selected the students for their achievements, trustworthiness, character, responsibility, fairness, caring and academics. The following members are part of the committee: Herman Santa (chair), Nancy Rozon, Isa Bryson and Melissa Bonet- James, co-chairs.
The SACI scholarship was established in 1992 for low-income students. Over the past 21 years, the club has awarded more than $18,000 in scholarships to the youths of Martin and St. Lucie counties. The board raises money for the scholarships by having monthly parties. The board also organizes other events such as picnics and cruises to raise funds for the scholarship and to run the club.
The following members are part of the board: Carlos Bonet, president; Alex James, vice president; Raquel O’Connor, secretary; Ron Bryson, treasurer; Nancy Rozon, public relations; Fe Vallderuten, director; and Al Feliciano, substitute.
Rummykub 2013
Great game of Rummy at the beach
By Herman Santa
Members, families and friends of Spanish American Club, Inc. (SACI) attended the annual family picnic on Saturday, April 27. The weather was perfect for an outdoor event. Lots of food, music, games and laughs were had by all.
Father’s 2013
Spanish American Club celebrates Father’s Day
By Herman Santa
Members of the Spanish American Club, Inc. held its annual Father’s Day dance on June 22 at the Disabled American Veterans Club in Port St. Lucie. The party began with the president of the club Carlos Bonet thanking the members for their attendance and support and updating them of the next events. Followed the president’s speech, the members and their guests enjoyed a delicious buffet catered by Mandi’s Café and Catering.
After the dinner, the board conducted the raffles for the door prizes and the 50/50. The winners were: Bill Vignier, Judith Slocum, Al Manzanares Annie Borras and Cecilia Pulido. Followed the raffles, our entertainer Dee Jay José Ramírez honored all the father with the song “Mi Viejo” and played a Happy Birthday song for members and their guests who were celebrating their birthdays during the month of June, among them were: Vicky Rodriguez, Alicia Abbate, Roberta Linares, Maite Peterson and Cecilia Pulido. D.J. José Ramirez as usual, did a nice job by keeping everyone dancing with good Latin rhythms. Special thanks to the donors of the door prizes. Next event is on Saturday, July 27 at the same location.
L to R: Carlos Bonet (President), Annie Borraz, Cecilia Pulido and Nancy Rozon (Public Relations).
Mother’s 2013
Annual Mothers Day with D.J. José Ramírez at “DAV”
By Herman Santa
The Annual Mother’s Day Party hosted by The Spanish American Club, Inc. was celebrated on Saturday, May 18 at the Disabled American Veterans Club in Port St. Lucie. The evening began with a delicious buffet catered by Mandi’s Café and Catering. After the dinner, D.J. José Ramírez played a Mother’s Day song and a Happy Birthday song for members and their guests who were celebrating their birthdays during the month of May, among them were: Norma Miller, Ida Gallant, Ruben Aleman, Isa Bryson and Sylvia Suárez.
After the celebration of the birthdays, the president of the club Carlos Bonet thanked Ivan Guanill who coordinated the Dominoes Tournament and presented the winners. Among them were Johnny Borrás, Ruben Alemán, Billy Betancourt and Evie Cardona. Later in the evening the board conducted the raffles.
Another great party well planned by the board. Everyone had a good time. The D.J. José Ramírez did a nice job playing good Latin rhythms during the night. Special thanks to those members who donated the gifts for the door prizes.
L to R. Vivian Megaro, Annie Borrás(50/50), Cecilia Pulido, Ernie Monroe, Ruben Alemán, Alicia Abbate and Miriam Marrero
L to R. Norma Miller, Ida Gallant, Ruben Alemán, Isa Bryson and Sylvia Suárez
Picnic 2013
Annual Picnic at the Jensen Beach Park
By Herman Santa
Members, families and friends of Spanish American Club, Inc. (SACI) attended the annual family picnic on Saturday, April 27. The weather was perfect for an outdoor event. Lots of food, music, games and laughs were had by all. After the cook out, the members and their guests celebrated Annie Del Rosario, Millie Asencio, Cecilia Vignier, Herman Santa, Lucy Santa and Carlos Bonet birthdays.
Thanks to the SACI board of directors, the picnic committee and other volunteers that made the picnic a great success. Next up on the calendar of events of the club is the Annual Mother’s Day Dance on May 18.
Cruise 2013 (Victory Casino)
A victory party held aboard the “Victory Casino Cruise“
By Herman Santa
Members and friends of the Spanish American Club, Inc. went on a one-day Cruise on board the Victory Casino Cruise on April 20. The trip was organized by Al Feliciano, Ron Bryson and Alex James. The $40 cruise trip included transportation from Port St. Lucie, boarding in Port Canaveral, buffet and $10 in free slot play.
The day was a little bit cloudy and cool, but the trip was extraordinary. The trip started at 8 a.m. from Port St. Lucie and returned after 6 p.m. Everyone enjoyed a delicious buffet, music and the casinos. Thank you, Al, Ron and Alex for planning another great cruise, we enjoyed the trip. We had a lot of fun.
Scholarship 2013 (Monjaras)
29th scholarship from the “Spanish American Club, Inc.”
By Herman Santa
The Spanish American Club, Inc. recently awarded a scholarship to local student. The recipient was Sarahi Monjaras from Stuart.
Sarahi was born in Stuart and is attending Clark Avanced Learning Center. Her parents, Misael and Irma Monjaras were born in Mexico and now are living in Stuart. She will attend Fagler College and she will major in English and will pursue a career in Journalism.
The scholarship committee selected the students for their achievements, trustworthiness, character, responsibility, fairness, caring and academics. The following members are part of the committee: Herman Santa (Chair), Nancy Rozon, Isa Bryson and Melissa Bonet-James, Co-Chairs.
The SACI scholarship was established in 1992 for low income students. Over the past 20 years, the club has awarded more than $17,000 in scholarships to the youths of Martin and St. Lucie counties.
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