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Mother’s 2002
Annual Mother’s Day with Disc Jockey Sam Rivera at the “DAV”
Herman Santa
On Saturday, May 11th, the Spanish American Club, Inc. (SACI) hosted the Mothers’ Day party. Latin music lovers were able to enjoy the sensational Disk Jockey of the moment, Samuel Rivera from Indiantown. Sammy, as almost everyone knows him, has a huge Latin and American music discotheque. The party started at 8 PM at the Disabled American Club in Port St. Lucie and ended at 2 AM.
This was a party organized by the new Board of Directors to raise funds for the club’s scholarship. During an intermission, prizes for the night were raffled, including the 50/50 raffle and the “Grand Prize,” a sculpture (Palm made of brass and copper) donated by the young sculptor Eric Piñeiro. The winners were as follows: Eda Torres (50/50) and Pamela Besemer (Sculpture). Members and guests enjoyed themselves with the rhythm of “D.J. Sammy.”
Assembly 2002
Members of SACI elect Board of Directors at Don Ramon restaurant in Stuart
By Herman Santa
On Sunday, January 6, 2002, at the elegant Don Ramón restaurant in Stuart, the outgoing president of the Board of Directors, Mr. Herman Santa, administered the oath to the new directors who will govern the affairs of the Spanish American Club, Inc. during 2002. The new Board of Directors is composed of Mrs. Gladys Piñeiro; President, Astrid Ebner; Vice President, Lucy Santa; Secretary, Ron Bryson; Treasurer, and Mrs. Ana Swift; Member. Former President Herman Santa briefly reviewed the club’s activities from the past year and handed over the “Gavel” to Mrs. Gladys Piñeiro, his successor.
Immediately after the speeches of each new director, plaques were presented to the directors of the previous administration and to distinguished members, followed by a toast for the new directors, and then the dinner commenced, which marked the conclusion of the event. The nonprofit association has set a goal and an objective that contribute to promoting the knowledge of the language, geography, history, art, culture, and folklore of our countries. The club’s goal is to foster friendship and solidarity among the members and other nonprofit institutions through social, cultural, civic, and recreational activities. The objective is to help and assist members and the community at large according to the skills of the Corporation.
Get Together 2001 (Peterson)
Get together with Disc Music at the residence of Dana and Maite Peterson in Palm City
By Herman Santa
Year after year, Maite and Dana Peterson continue to be famous for hosting one of the best club parties where paella and dancing reign supreme, as no one misses it every year. The “Paella Party,” held on Saturday, October 1st, is attended only by members and a few invited guests. The hosts do not want anyone to bring anything except for a bottle of wine or a small snack. Truly, my friends, Maite and Dana are a wonderfully positive example to emulate, as they radiate joy, love, and above all, they are excellent people and !!!Good Friends!!!
Thanksgiving 2001
Annual Thanksgiving at the residence of Juan and Gladys Piñeiro in port St Lucie
By Herman Santa
Many of the club members gathered at the residence of Juan and Gladys Piñeiro on Saturday, November 10, in Port St. Lucie to celebrate Thanksgiving. Thank you, Juan and Gladys, for we had a joyful time.
Halloween 2001
Halloween Dance with D.J. Music at “Don Eduardo Restaurant” on Hutchinson Island
By Herman Santa
Some of the members of the Spanish American Club, Inc. participated in the Masked Ball on Saturday, October 27, held at Don Eduardo restaurant on Hutchinson Island. The joy of those present is evident in the photographs.
New Year’s 2001
Baile despedida de año
By Herman Santa
Christmas returns, a tradition of the year, some go joyfully while others…. The SACI members bring joy at the “New Year” party.
The time for parties, celebrations, and festivities has arrived. Christmas is in full swing… and the members are also celebrating. On Saturday, December 31st, members gathered at the residence of John and Astrid Ebner to bid farewell to the Old Year. Guests enjoyed an exquisite buffet, as well as salads, desserts, and wines, all prepared by the members themselves. Snacks, drinks, and music were plentiful throughout the night. The farewell party for the Old Year was a true success.
Event 2001 (Garage Sale)
Garage Sale at (Santa)
By Herman Santa
On Saturday, April 2, 2001, the members held a “Tag Sale”. Some people call it Garage Sale others Yard Sale. Whatever the name that is called, it was a success thanks to the committee. Our thanks and gratitude go to all the members that made donations for the “Garage Sale” and to raise funds for the scholarship.
Anniversary 1999
7th Anniversary of SACI with music at the restaurant “El Toro” in the city of Stuart
By Herman Santa
The monthly meeting “Get Together” of the Spanish American Club, Inc. was a dinner to celebrate the “7th Anniversary” of the club on Saturday, March 21, at the Mexican restaurant “El Toro” in the city of Stuart.
The partners and guests enjoyed a delicious Mexican meal prepared by the owner of the restaurant, Néstor Martinez. Mr. Martinez has donated many certificates for the club’s scholarship.
Christmas 2000
Parrandazo 2000 at the residence of the Santas
By Herman Santa
Christmas is a special time of year, a season of joy for some and nostalgia for others. However, for everyone equally, it’s a time of rituals and traditions, among which a musical party with professional musicians during “Las Pascuas” is quite delightful. The “Parrandas,” “Trullas,” or “Asaltos,” as they are called in Puerto Rico, refer to the people who go door to door singing and playing instruments like the cuatro, guitar, güiro, maracas, bongos, and congas, filled with musical offerings for the occasion.
On Saturday, December 18th, the group “Raices Latinas” from the city of Stuart surprised the family of Herman and Lucy Santa from Jensen Beach with a parranda. It was a surprise gathering, as some of the members were meeting at the Santa family’s residence, who were not familiar with the customs of the Boricuas during Christmas. One of the songs the group “Raices Latinas” sang was “Abreme la puerta… (the first aguinaldo when arriving at a house), and afterwards they sang other Christmas songs that brightened the atmosphere among those present. Without a doubt, the members of “Raices Latinas” have talent, and they will soon perform in the area, as they are a folkloric music group from Puerto Rico.
Christmas Toys 1999
Santa Claus has arrived
By Herman Santa
For the 7th consecutive year, the members of the “Spanish American Club, Inc.” took on the task of collecting and personally delivering gifts to low-income children in Martin and St. Lucie counties. The toys were gathered at the members’ traditional Christmas dinner, which took place at the new Cuban restaurant “Havana Biltmore” in the city of Stuart. Herman Santa was responsible for distributing the toys in Indiantown, which were given to children from Hispanic parents belonging to “Alcoholics Anonymous of Indiantown.” Willie González was in charge of distributing toys for low-income children in Ft. Pierce.
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