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Luau 2012
Annual Luau Party with D.J. José Ramírez at DAV
By Herman Santa
The Hispanic community came together with the Spanish American Club, Inc. on Saturday, September 22nd at the Disabled American Veterans Club in Port St. Lucie to help raise funds for the club. Over 80 members and guests attended a Luau party. The party started with cocktails followed by a succulent Latin buffet, door prizes, raffles, a hula hoop show, a hat dance contest and finished with an evening of Latin dancing.
Among the guests attending were Andrea Moreira, Cathy Murphy, Fred Neyndorff, Frank and Vivian Magaro, Ivonne Bonet, Maritza Rivera, Catarina Ruiz, Jose and Lucero Zepeda, Ligia Bernas, Hans Ewald, Joseph Mumaw, Joe Wasdovich, Berta Perez, Betty Vera, Sal and Diana Puentes, Galo and Maria Balseca, Ruben and Daisy Aleman, Alex and Melissa James, Felix and Maria Jimenez. After the president’s announcements and grace before the dinner, the D.J. played “Happy Birthday” for the members and their guests who were celebrating their birthdays during the month of September.
The highlight of the night was Betty Vera who performed a Hula Hoop dance. After her presentation, the directors held the 50/50 raffle, the door prize drawing and the hat dance contest. The 50/50 winners were: Cathy Murphy and Ursula Carcel. Door prize winners were: Ivonne Bonet, Enrie Monroe, Betty Vera, Mary Figliola and Isa Bryson. The hat dance contest winner was Linda Manzanares. Many thanks to the door prizes donors: Nancy Rozon, Mary Figliola, Lucy Santa, and Al Feliciano. Special thanks to Lourdes Uceta of Latin Flavor Restaurant who donated the ice for the event. And finally, thanks to our D.J. José Ramirez who played oldies and new Latin music and sang a few songs that every one enjoyed.
L to R: Félix Jiménez, Joe Abbate, Karen Diamond, Carly Werhly and José Ramírez celebrating their birthdays
Anniversary 2012
20th Anniversary with orchestra “Nueva Herencia Latina” at DAV in Port St. Lucie
By Herman Santa
Over 120 people attended the 20th Anniversary Party with a catered dinner and live band on Saturday, August 25, at the Disabled American Veterans Club in Port St. Lucie. Guests enjoyed a delicious Latin buffet prepared by “C. Wedding & Events” and boogied to the sweet sounds of “La Nueva Herencia Latina” band. After dinner, President Herman Santa acknowledged the many accomplishments of the club during the past 20 years and thanked all the present and previous members of the Board of Directors who served since the foundation of the club in 1992. These members were recognized for their contribution and dedicated work to the club. Those present were: Nora Candelario, Nancy Rozon, Ron and Isa Bryson, Al Feliciano, Gladys Piñeiro, Mary Figliola, Blanca Mireya Kaiser, Ray Matias, Dr. Enrique Ospina, Lucy Santa, Maite Peterson, Guillermo “Bill” Vignier and Cecilia Vignier.
The club started with nine members and today has over 100 active members representing 10 different countries including the USA, Puerto Rico, Colombia, Cuba, Venezuela, El Salvador, Perú, Ecuador, Mexico, Honduras, Spain, Argentina and Panamá. This social and civic organization has become quite influential in the Treasure Coast area, playing a key role, for instance, in the scholarship program for Hispanic students. At the present time 29 students have benefited from this college scholarship. These students have come from Mexico, Guatemala, Puerto Rico, Colombia, Venezuela and Cuba. This non-profit organization’s mission is to preserve the Hispanic heritage on the Treasure Coast and to unite Hispanics from the Treasure Coast.
After the president’s announcements, the band played “Happy Birthday” for the members and their guests who were celebrating their birthdays during the month of August. Among them were: Maritza Rivera, Juan Piñeiro, Linda Manzanares, Mireya Kaiser, Charlie Rodriguez and Luis Rosa. Following the birthday celebration, the directors held the 50/50 raffle, the door prize drawing and the hat dance contest. The 50/50 winners were: Felix Sanabria and Rae Anne Ospina. Other door prize winners were: Al Feliciano, Angel Pellot, Billy Betancourt, Maria Lopez, Chris Hickey and Mary Figliola and the hat dance contest winner was Maite Peterson.
The orchestra “Nueva Herencia Latina” directed by Luis Rosa performed several songs among them: “La pollera colorá” and “Mentirosa” (Cumbias), “Anacaona” and “La verdad” (Salsa), “Oye abre tus ojos” and “Tu sonrisa” (Merengues). DJ “Max” played between the breaks until 11:00 P.M.
L to R: Albert Garcia, Julio Antoiemma, Luis Rosa, Max Duhalde, Ronnie Andrini and Willie Suarez
L to R: Gloria Ramirez, Carly Werhly and a helper
Independence 2012
Independence with D.J. “Rob Torrence” from Showtime Entertainment at “DAV”
By Herman Santa
Members of The Spanish American Club, Inc. hosted the Annual Independences Party (US, Venezuela, Argentina, Colombia and Perú) on Saturday, July 21 at the Disabled American Veteran’s Club in Port St. Lucie. The 90 plus attendees were entertained by D.J. “Rob Torrence” from Showtime Entertainment. They enjoyed a night of dancing, food, door prizes and good camaraderie. After the dinner, members celebrating their birthdays during the month of July were asked to stand near the birthday cake while the DJ played the “Happy Birthday” song for them.
Followed the birthday celebration, the directors held the 50/50 raffle, the door prize drawing and the hat dance contest. The raffle winners: Carlos Melendez, Ernesta Monroe, Fernando Mejia, Larry Couloris, Gladys Velez, Quique Alvarado, Al Feliciano and Diana Sanchez. The door prize winner was Helen Couloris and the hat dance contest winner was Vicky Rodriguez. Later in the evening Marine veterans sang the Marine Corps hymn.
Among the guests attending were: Pedro and Betty Balaguera, Jorge and Carmen Perez, Neftali and Maria Rivera, Larry and Helen Couloris, Dan and Evelyn Depagnier, Bob and Georgia Leon, Bob and Iris Strickland, Marco and Dinah Herrera, Pedro and Rosa Moran, Eliseo and Maria Cruz, Maritza Ruiz, Frank Rivera, Betty Vera, Diana Sanchez, Jesus Piñeiro, Andrea Moreira, Yolanda Roca, Jana Vargas, Maritza Rivera, Ana Nieves, Catalina Ruiz and Anna Guerra.
I want to thank Deacon Carlos Melendez for the prayer before the dinner and the Board of Directors who helped with the decorations; the set ups and planned the event. Many thanks to the door prizes donors: Nancy Rozon, Karen Diamond, Marcel Cartagena and Al Manzanares. Big thanks go to the members and their guests who bought tickets for the raffles. And finally, I want to thank Elizabeth Mejia from McDonald’s restaurant who donated the ice for the party.
Bowling 2012
SACI Bowlers
By Herman Santa
Do you like bowling? Can you be a team player and willing to practice once a week or once in a while? If you are a member of the Spanish American Club, Inc. (SACI) and answer yes to these questions, I would like to hear from you!
We practice once a week on Mondays at the Jensen Beach bowl. We start at 6:30 until 8:30 P.M., which will give us enough time to play three. The practices are voluntarily. If you like bowling and would like to make new friends, come and join us and have fun with us. We are a fun group!
Father’s 2012
Annual Father’s Day Picnic of the Spanish American Club, Inc.
By Herman Santa
The event was held at Jensen Beach Park on Hutchinson Island on Saturday, June 16. Perfect weather for a picnic kept everyone enjoying a barbecue with drinks, music and games. While some enjoyed a walk on the beach, others played dominoes or rummykub. Next up on the calendar of events of the club is the Annual Independences Party (Celebration of the independences of USA, Venezuela, Argentina, Colombia and Perú).
Dominoes 2012
“Picnic” Dominoes games at Jensen Beach Park
By Herman Santa
The event was held at Jensen Beach Park on Hutchinson Island on Saturday, June 16. Perfect weather for a picnic kept everyone enjoying a barbecue with drinks, music and games. While some enjoyed a walk on the beach, others played dominoes or rummykub. Next up on the calendar of events of the club is the Annual Independences Party (Celebration of the independences of USA, Venezuela, Argentina, Colombia and Perú) on Saturday, July 21.
Rommykub 2012
Rommykub game
By Herman Santa
The event was held at Jensen Beach Park on Hutchinson Island on Saturday, June 16. Perfect weather for a picnic kept everyone enjoying a barbecue with drinks, music and games. While some enjoyed a walk on the beach, others played dominoes or rummykub. Next up on the calendar of events of the club is the Annual Independences Party (Celebration of the independences of USA, Venezuela, Argentina, Colombia and Perú) on Saturday, July 21.
Picnic 2012
Annual Picnic at Jensen Beach Park
By Herman Santa
The event was held at Jensen Beach Park on Hutchinson Island on Saturday, June 16. Perfect weather for a picnic kept everyone enjoying a barbecue with drinks, music and games. While some enjoyed a walk on the beach, others played dominoes and rummykub.
Among the guests were: Angel and Nereida Pellot, Angel Pellot (Son), Nereida Pellot (Daughter, Hans Ewald, Maria Delgado and Paulita Alejandro. Thanks to the board of directors who planned the event. Next up on the calendar of events of the club is the Annual Independences Party (Celebration of the independences of USA, Venezuela, Argentina, Colombia and Perú) on Saturday, July 21.
Scholarship 2012 (Morales)
25th scholarship from the “Spanish American Club, Inc.”
By Herman Santa
The Spanish American Club, Inc. recently awarded a scholarship to a local Hispanic student. The one year scholarship of $500, which is dependent on trust earnings, covers tuition, books, school supplies or other college expenses. The recipient of the 2012 scholarship award is Lorena Morales who was born in Mexico and lives in Indiantown. Lorena is a student at Martin County South Fork High School will attend Indian River State College to become a nurse.
Lorena was selected as a winner from more that 15 students who applied for the scholarship of the club. The award is presented each year by the club and is based on grades, academic accomplishments and economic needs. The scholarship was established in 1994 and has awarded over $14,000 since its inception. More than 26 high school students have benefited from the scholarships.
This year scholarship committee chair is Herman Santa, co chair with Isa Bryson, Nancy Rozon and Nora Candelario selected the students for their achievements, trustworthiness, character, responsibility, fairness, caring and academics. The students were asked to write an essay in Spanish and submit letters of recommendation. They were interviewed by the committee and were asked several questions concerning their goals and objectives and why they deserved the scholarship. The students have been awarded $500 scholarships.
The members of the club organize monthly events such as dances, golf, bowling and dominoes tournaments, picnics and boat trips to raise funds for the scholarship and to run the club. Photo: Lorena Morales, 2012 scholarship winner
Scholarship 2012 (González)
24th scholarship from the “Spanish American Club, Inc.”
By Herman Santa
The Spanish American Club, Inc. recently awarded scholarship to a local Hispanic student. The one year scholarship of $500, which is dependent on trust earnings, covers tuition, books, school supplies or other college expenses. The recipient of the 2012 scholarship award is Daniel González who was born in Venezuela and lives in Ft. Pierce. Vladimir is a student at Lincoln Park Academy will attend Indian River State College to become an engineer.
Daniel was selected as a winner from more that 15 students who applied for the scholarship of the club. The award is presented each year by the club and is based on grades, academic accomplishments and economic needs. The scholarship was established in 1994 and has awarded over $14,000 since its inception. More than 26 high school students have benefited from the scholarships.
This year scholarship committee chair is Herman Santa, co chair with Isa Bryson, Nancy Rozon and Nora Candelario selected the students for their achievements, trustworthiness, character, responsibility, fairness, caring and academics. The students were asked to write an essay in Spanish and submit letters of recommendation. They were interviewed by the committee and were asked several questions concerning their goals and objectives and why they deserved the scholarship.
The students have been awarded one year $500 scholarships. The members of the club organize monthly events such as dances, golf, bowling and dominoes tournaments, picnics and boat trips to raise funds for the scholarship and to run the club.
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