Picnic 1996
Annual Picnic at Ft Pierce Inlet State Park
By Cecilia Vignier
The members of the Spanish American Club decided to go to the “Pic-nic” beach on Saturday, June 30, in celebration of “Father’s Day.”
The club members gathered at the “Florida State Inlet Park” in Ft. Pierce. They were joined as guests by Mr. Carlos and Maria Meléndez with their granddaughter Maritza Meléndez, age 5, Arturo and Patricia Morales, Mrs. Cecilia Ruíz and her beloved mother Mrs. Inecita vda. de Ruiz, as well as Mrs. Rosina Allen and her little daughter Natasha, and Mr. Johnny Saltos.
Everyone present enjoyed a beautiful sunny day with a tasty breeze from the Atlantic Ocean. The food consisted of the best delicious dishes prepared by the families. The venue was decorated with palm trees and coconuts, along with multicolored masks to give the ambiance a Caribbean feel. As always, this friendly group celebrated the birthdays of the children of members Charlene and Sheila Vélez and Rebeca Gayoso, who have their birthdays in June.
Scholarship Dance 1996
1st Scholarship Dance with D.J. music at the Community Center
Por Herman Santa
On Saturday, May 18, 1996, the members of the “Spanish American Club, Inc.” from Martin and St. Lucie counties celebrated the first “Scholarship Dance” at the Community Center in Port St. Lucie. The dance was enlivened by the great “Dou Riviera” from Port St. Lucie and by the club’s D.J.s (Herman, Juan Carlos, and Cesar). The funds raised will be exclusively for the scholarship we donate to a Latino student to help them attend college. Thanks to Duo Riviera, the club’s D.J.s, the scholarship committee, the directors of the club, and those who made donations.
Event 2011 (Parade PSL 50’s Anniversary)
Spanish American Club participates in PSL Anniversary Parade
By Herman Santa
Once again, the Spanish American Club, Inc. (SACI) was well represented at the 50th Anniversary of the city of Port St. Lucie. The parade was held at the Port St. Lucie Civic Center on April 30. Many members and their families marched behind the banners of the club. Vice President Kathy Rivera, Past President Jimmy Rivera and President Mary Figliola held a banner with the logo of the club while they smiled at the crowd throughout the parade. Directors Nora Candelario and Nancy Rozon held another banner. Behind them were Herman Santa, Felix Asencio and Billie Betancourt with Colombian, Puerto Rican and American flags.
Many volunteers associated with SACI walked along with the members along the parade route. Among them were Robert Candelario, Al Feliciano, Angel and Nereida Pellot, Danny Duval, Jamie Rivera, Isa Gallant and Millie Gordon. Other members who didn’t walk but joined the members after the parade were Lucy Santa, Virginia Feliciano, Frank Schroedl and Laura La O.
Thank you to the members and their families who participated on the parade. With their presence, the event was a success. The SACI was the only group representing the Hispanics on the Treasure Coast.
Dominoes 1996
Dominoes games at Gonzalez’s house
By Herman Santa
With great enthusiasm and joy, the practices for the first Domino tournament began. The tournament will feature the participation of 5 teams. The first practices took place at the residence of Willie and Olga Gonzalez.
Dominoes 1998
Dominoes games at Encarnación’s house
By Herman Santa
The “Playeros,” composed of José Encarnación and his son Alex Encarnación from Port St. Lucie, have been alone in first place since the start of practices for the Domino Tournament. The “Playeros” eliminated “Los Dominantes,” made up of Herman Santa and Willie González, for the five-game playoff series. Last year in the seven-game championship, held at the González family residence, the “Playeros” improved with four victories and qualified for the tournament.
Dominoes 2006
Dominoes games at Santa’s residence
By Herman Santa
Dominoes 2003
Dominoes games at Langford Park
By Herman Santa
Dominoes 1992
By Herman Santa
Dominoes games at Santo’s house
Dominoes 1994
By Herman Santa
Dominoes games at Gonzalez’s house
Event 2011 (Garage Sale)
Garage Sale (Rozon)
By Herman Santa
On Saturday, April 2, 2011, the members held a “Tag Sale”. Some people call it Garage Sale others Yard Sale. What ever the name that is called, it was a success thanks to the committee Mary, Kathy, Nora, Karen and Nancy. Our thanks and gratitude goes to all the members that made donations for the “Garage Sale” and to raise funds for the scholarship. They are: Billy and Nilda Betancourt, Dick and Diana Sperl, Kathy and Jimmy Rivera, Mary Figliola, Ron and Isa Bryson, William and Amparo Preciado, Reinaldo Matias, Nancy Rozon, Nora Candelario, Herman and Lucy Santa, Karen and Dick Diamond and Ida Gallant to mention a few. Your support is greatly appreciated.
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