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Get Together 1996 (Santa)
Get Together at the residence of Herman and Lucy Santa in Jensen Beach
By Herman Santa
On Saturday, April 20th, the members of the “Spanish American Club, Inc.” held an “Open House” at the residence of Herman and Lucy Santa in Jensen Beach. After dinner, we sang happy birthday to those celebrating their birthdays in April. The members who had birthdays were María Finnerty, Herman Santa, Lucy Santa, Cecilia Vignier, and Zoraida Echevarría. We had a wonderful night sharing with members, family, and friends.
The next activity is scheduled for May 5 to celebrate the “Scholarship Night Dance” at the Port St. Lucie Community Center. The event will feature “Due Riviera” from Port St. Lucie, alternating with the club’s DJ’s (Juan Carlos Gayos, Herman Santa, and César Bohórquez).
Christmas1999
Fiesta navideña y recolección de juguetes en el restaurante Havana Biltmore
By Herman Santa
On Saturday, December 14, the members gathered at the “Havana Biltmore” restaurant in Stuart to celebrate Christmas and collect Christmas toys. The members and guests enjoyed a festive dinner and a lot of camaraderie. More than 30 members donated new gifts in Christmas bags for the underprivileged children in the area. The toy collection committee is composed of Herman Santa and Willie González. Herman and Willie will take the gifts to the cities of Indiantown and Ft. Pierce.
Get Together 1997 (González)
Get Together at the residence of Tom and Kathy González in White City
By Herman Santa
The Spanish American Club held its monthly “Get Together” on Saturday, September 20, at the home of Tom and Kathy González in the city of White City. Tom and Kathy, as always so kind and loving, welcomed us with hugs, cocktails, and snacks. After the drinks, they had dinner prepared by some of their friends. Then they played dance music, and we enjoyed a joyful and fun night. Thank you, Tom and Kathy, for that wonderful “Open House.”
Scholarship 2011 (Velázquez)
23rd scholarship from the “Spanish American Club, Inc.”
By Herman Santa
The Spanish American Club, Inc. (SACI) awarded a scholarship to a local Hispanic student. The recipient of the scholarship is Nancy Velásquez who was born in Guatemala and lives in Indiantown. Nancy is a student at South Fork High School. She will attend Indian River State College to become a Nurse.
The student was selected as a winner for the year 2011 from more that 16 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. This year scholarship committee chair is Herman Santa, co chair with Isa Bryson and Nancy Rozon selected the students for their achievements, trustworthiness, character, responsibility, fairness, caring and academics.
The student was asked to write an essay in Spanish and submit letters of recommendation. She was interviewed by the committee and was asked several questions concerning her goals and objectives and why she deserved the scholarship. The student has been awarded $500 scholarships. The (SACI) is a non profit organization. The club was founded in 1992 by 9 Hispanics families from Martin and St. Lucie Counties to promote the Hispanic heritage and to unite the Hispanics on the Treasure Coast.
The SACI scholarship was established in 1992 for low income students. Over 25 High School seniors from Martin and St. Lucie had benefited from the scholarships. Over $13,000 has been awarded to local students. The members organize monthly events, golf, bowling and dominoes tournaments, picnics and boat trips to raise funds for the scholarship and to run the club.
New Year’s 1998
Despedida de año
By Herman Santa
On Saturday, December 31st, the “Spanish American Club, Inc.” celebrated its “New Year’s Eve Dance” at the YMCA clubhouse in Port St. Lucie. The venue was elegantly decorated for the occasion by the club’s committee. The president, Yolanda Sanchez, warmly welcomed the members and guests. The tables were filled with noisemakers, hats, maracas, crowns, and other items to celebrate the New Year. Before midnight, we delighted our taste buds with the appetizers brought by the members to celebrate the departure of the Old Year. The dance was entertained by the “Duo Riviera” from Port St. Lucie.
Cruise 2011 (Voyager of the Seas)
All Aboard “Voyager of the Seas”
By Herman Santa
On Friday morning, May 13 members and their guests of the Spanish American Club, Inc. (SACI) went on 9-day cruise to Europe. The trip included a cruise ship (Voyager of the Seas) and Land package from Miami (Iberia Air Lines) to Madrid, Spain. The destination was Western Mediterranean which includes the following countries and cities; Barcelona, Spain, Toulon, France and in Italy, the following cities: Livorno, Rome, the island of Sicily, Messina and Venice.
We met our cruise guides Nora Candelario and her sister Delia Diaz from Vacation Superstore, Inc. at the parking lot of Public’s Supermarket in Port St. Lucie and boarded our motor coach for the 2 hour ride to the Airport of Miami.
We boarded our plane in Miami to an eight-hour trip to Madrid, Spain via Barcelona to our hotel in downtown Barcelona. On Saturday we stay in Barcelona overnight and took a tour the following day for half day sightseeing and a tour to Basilica “Sagrada Familia” and outside view of Olympic Stadium and a tour of the Spanish Village.
Ports of call:
May, 15 Barcelona, Spain 5:00 p.m.
May, 16 Provence (Toulon), France 7:00 a.m. 6:00 p.m.
May, 17 Livorno ( Florence / Pisa), Italy 7:00 a.m. 7:00 p.m.
May, 18 Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy 7:00 a.m. 7:00 p.m.
May, 19 Messina (Sicily), Italy 11:00 a.m. 8:00 p.m.
May, 20 at Sea
May, 21 Venice, Italy 6:00 a.m.
Scholarship Dance 2011
Annual Scholarship Night Dance with D.J. at the “El Floridita Cuban Cuisine restaurant”
By Herman Santa
Over 50 guests participated to our Scholarship Night Dinner Dance of the Spanish American Club, Inc. on Saturday, May 28, 2011 at the “El Floridita Cuban Cuisine restaurant”. Attendees were treated to a delicious dinner of El Florida favorites prepared by the owners of the restaurant Antonio Julian and his wife Mary Cuba.
The Highlights of the night were Ramon “Ray” Cruz and Victor “Vic” Toledo who sang few songs for the attendees. Ray sang two tangos and two Boleros “ Amarga Decepción” and “Sin Egoismo”, “Gricel” and Melodias Arrabal”. Vic played and sang four songs with his guitar “Guantanamera”, “Oye como Va”, “La Bamba” and “Tequila”.
After the artistic show, the scholarship committee held the raffle for the 50/50 and door prizes. Mary Chang was the lucky winner of the 50/50 raffle. Others door prize winners were: Isa Bryson, Cecilia Pulido and Mercedes Marquez. Herman Santa was the D.J. and chaired the event with scholarship committee Nancy Rozon and Isa Bryson. Thanks to the generosity of the attendees, the party resulted in substantial funds being generated for the scholarship. The next events have been scheduled for Sunday, June 12th at 3 P.M. “Annual Bowling Tournament” at the Jensen Beach Bowl and Saturday, June 25th to celebrate Father’s Day.
Dominoes 2002
Dominoes games at Santa’s residence
By Herman Santa
Picnic 1994
Annual Picnic at the González’s residence
By Herman Santa
On Saturday, July 23, the members of the Spanish American Club, Inc. gathered at the residence of Tom and Kathy González in the city of White City to celebrate the club’s annual barbecue.
This activity that the club had planned in advance for members and friends turned out great. Tom and Kathy provided us with a barbecue, desserts, drinks, and good music. The opportunity was used to present the first winner of the club’s scholarship. Armando Gil was introduced by Néstor Carrión, the director of the scholarship committee. We all enjoyed the picnic. It was a perfect day to spend by the pool and share among friends.
Mother’s 1994
Annual Mother’s Day at the residence of Néstor and Marialuisa Carrión
By Herman Santa
On Saturday, May 20, the club members gathered at the beautiful residence of Néstor and Marialuisa Carrión in the city of Palm City to celebrate Mother’s Day. At dinner time, a buffet prepared by the members was served, which everyone enjoyed. Afterward, the birthdays of the present members were celebrated. Then, Néstor and Marialuisa played music for us, which we took the opportunity to dance to and celebrate late into the night. We all enjoyed a joyful evening filled with good camaraderie.
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