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Picnic 1998
Annual picnic of the Members Fort Pierce Inlet State Park
By Herman Santa
For those of us who are members of the Spanish American Club, Inc., the monthly meetings have traditionally been our refuge to relieve stress, a way to escape the routine and work. There we find serenity and joy, parties, games, food, and sometimes even new friendships, depending on what is desired. On Sunday, April 19, the members rented a pavilion at the beach of “Fort Pierce Inlet State Park.”
The event was the first activity of the club for its members and had a large turnout. The afternoon was filled with games, dancing, food, jokes, and laughter throughout the day. Some took the opportunity to stroll along the beach. The activity concluded with the celebration of the members’ birthdays. This was a very well-planned event by the Board of Directors.
Christmas Toys 1997
Santa Claus went to Indiantown.
By Herman Santa
On December 28, hundreds of Hispanic children from low-income families in Indiantown enjoyed the Christmas gifts given to them by a group of club members. Mr. Lucas Rivera, owner of “Tienda Rivera” in Indiantown, lent the premises from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. for the group to distribute the Christmas toys. There, children from one year old up to 11 years old enjoyed the candies and toys that had been packed into bags, which Santa personally distributed to each of them.
Herman Santa dressed up as Santa Claus because Mr. Oscar Olivieri fell ill with the flu. Among the people who traveled to Indiantown were Willie and Olga González, Abraham and Olga Burgos, Damaso and Josefina Gerena, and Herman Santa. Santa Claus was the center of attraction for the children, as many of them had never had the opportunity to meet him in person. Many of them were accompanied by their parents, who had the chance to see their children filled with happiness and share that special moment of Christmas.
After the delivery of toys, Mr. Rivera invited us to his farm where we enjoyed a variety of fruits such as oranges, papayas, bananas, and even honey. We then finished in Port St. Lucie where we celebrated the event at the residence of the Burgos family. This was the first time a group of Hispanic families from the club delivered toys to the children of Indiantown. The activity was so well-received that Mr. Rivera and the Hispanic group are considering doing it again this year if there are enough financial resources, but they will do it before Christmas Day.
Anniversary 1997
5th Anniversary of SACI with D.J. Juan Carlos Gayoso at Kristie’s on the Ocean Restaurant Ft. Pierce beach (South Beach)
Por Herman Santa
Our Club celebrated its 5th Anniversary on June 24, 1997. For the anniversary, the members celebrated with a dinner at “Kristie’s on the Ocean,” an elegant restaurant located on Ft. Pierce beach (South Beach). President Mr. Thomas González welcomed the guests, and after dinner, we danced to the rhythms of the club’s D.J., Juan Carlos Gayoso. Juan Carlos entertained us with his repertoire of compact disc music until late at night.
To commemorate, Herman Santa, co-founder, published an informative brochure containing events since the establishment of the “club.” Photos of the boards, committees, and activities over the past five years were published. The brochure will be released annually and clearly defines the purposes and goals of the social “Club” of Martin and St. Lucie counties. The Club is a non-profit corporation, and one of its main objectives is to promote cultural exchange, language, geography, customs, history, art, and folklore of Spanish-speaking countries.
Halloween 1997
Alegre baile de máscara
Por Herman Santa
En un ambiente alegre y de buena camaradería se celebró el tradicional “Baile de Máscaras el sábado 1 de noviembre en el Polish American Club de Port St. Lucie. Con un salón bien decorado para la ocasión, el presidente Tom González recibió a los socios e invitados para dar inicio a la mejor fiesta del año. La música estuvo a cargo del “Trío Pop Caribe” de West Palm Beach quien nos puso a bailar hasta la una de la madrugada. Allí había de todo, desde brujos, fantasmas, musulmanes y hasta magos. Gracias a los directores y a todos los que ayudaron a planear la primera fiesta del año.
Trio Pop Caribe
L to R: Ron Bryson, Isa Bryson, Tom González, Kathy González and Herman Santa
L to R: Olga González, Yolanda Sanchez and Ray Sanchez
Luau 1997
Luau with D.J Johnny’s Music at Port St. Lucie community Center
By Herman Santa
The SACI members celebrated their much-anticipated “Luau” on Saturday, August 23, at the Port St. Lucie Community Center. Members and guests started with the customary cocktail, followed by a delicious buffet and then finished with dessert. The music was provided by Johnny’s Music, who entertained us with their hot rhythms, getting everyone on their feet and filling the dance floor. People danced late into the night.
New Year’s 1995
Fiesta de Año Nuevo
By Herman Santa
On Saturday, December 31, the “Spanish American Club, Inc.” held its second farewell dance for the Old Year at the Jensen Beach Women’s Club. The venue was elegantly decorated for the occasion by the corporation’s committee. The president, Tom González, warmly welcomed the members and guests. The tables were filled with noisemakers, hats, rattles, crowns, and other items to celebrate the New Year, which the guests used upon arrival, adding a special color to the party.
Christmas 1995
Spanish American Club, Inc. celebrates Christmas dinner
By Herman Santa
On Saturday, December 2nd, the members of the “Spanish American Club, Inc.” celebrated their annual Christmas party at the Women’s Club of Jensen Beach. In the spirit of the holiday season, toys were collected and donated to bring joy to the Christmases of needy families. The toy donation was made to Hope Rural School in Indiantown in Martin County. The toys were delivered to Mr. Herman Santa, the director of the toy collection. For Thanksgiving, the club donated “Food Baskets” to low-income families in Indiantown.
Christmas Toys 1995
The SACI donates Christmas toys.
By Herman Santa
On Saturday, December 2nd, at the Christmas party for the members of the “Spanish American Club, Inc.”, toys were collected for underprivileged children in the area. The donation of the toys was made to the Hope Rural School in Indiantown in Martin County. The toys were delivered to Mr. Herman Santa, the director of the toy collection.
Halloween 1995
Fiesta de “Halloween” del SACI
Por Herman Santa
Sin lugar a dudas, el baile de Máscaras fue todo un éxito. El evento fue celebrado el sábado 28 de octubre en el salón de bailes del Jensen Beach Women’s Club. La fiesta fue amenizada por la banda “Papa Coco” y desde las 9 :00 p.m. nos tocó salsa, meringue, cumbias y boleros hasta las 2 de la mañana. El salón quedó bien decorado, gracias al Comité de Decoración que hizo un trabajo dándole una apariencia muy apropiada para el día de las Brujas. La fiesta de “Las Brujas” la disfrutamos con nuestros familiares, amistades y muchos aprovecharon la ocación para celebrar aniversarios y cumpleaños.
La hermosa fiesta rindió una recaudacíon de más de $500 para ayudar a estudiantes hispanos de los condados de Martin y St. Lucie. La Junta Directiva le dan las gracias a las personas y establecimientos que auspiciaron la actividad, entre ellos a Tony Ruiz de Don Ramón Restaurant, Cecilia Vignier de simply Travel, Susan Tesoriero de Palm Realty y Juan Auto Repair, para mensionar algunos.
Papa Coco Band
Some of the participants for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place
L to R: Herman Santa, Gustavo Santa and Patrcia Lopez among others
Luau 1995
Luau with “Pop Caribe”at the “Jensen Beach Women’s Club”
By Herman Santa
On Saturday, August 28, the “Jensen Beach Women’s Club” became the epicenter of delicious food and tropical colors. This gastronomic gathering began at 7:00 PM, where attendees had the pleasure of enjoying exquisite appetizers and Latin food dishes prepared by the members.
The trio “Pop Caribe” entertained the party with their repertoire of the best Latin rhythms of the moment. The participants who gathered there enjoyed a great party with snacks, wines, a buffet, and modern Latin music that made this “Luau” unforgettable.
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