Get Together 1993 (Santa)
Monthly Get Together at the residence of Herman and Lucy Santa in Jensen Beach
Por Sam Del Rosario
On Saturday, August 7, the Spanish American Club, Inc. held its monthly members’ meeting. This time they gathered at the residence of Herman and Lucy Santa in Jensen Beach. The children mitigated the heat by playing in the pool. The adults had fun playing dominoes, and at dinner time, they enjoyed a wide variety of Latin American dishes brought by the club members. Afterwards, Mr. Richard Clark’s birthday was celebrated with a birthday cake.
Mrs. Adela Lorenzatto also had a birthday in August but was on vacation in Mexico; we hope she had a great time. After dinner, the club’s vice president, Tomás González, presented a plaque of appreciation to the club’s treasurer, Herman Santa, for his work and contributions since the club’s founding.
Anniversary 1993
First Anniversary of SACI with “Pop Caribe” in Port St. Lucie
By Cecilia Vignier
The “Spanish American Club, Inc.” celebrated its first anniversary of foundation on July 17th. The dance was held in Jensen Beach. It attracted around 170 guests, many of whom were attending for the first time. Among the first-time attendees were Mrs. Iris Marrero with her family and friends from Ft. Lauderdale, Mrs. Nydia Williams with a very nice group of 14 people from Venezuela.
Also present were Mr. Gerardo Delgado and his beloved Mrs. Dolly. Among the regular attendees were Jaime and Noemí López, Nestor Carrión and his lovely wife Marialuisa, Sammy and Anie Del Rosario, Kino and Gladys Vélez, and of course, Gregory and Diana Cortez. The very dear Francisco and Olguita Renta and numerous relatives were also there.
Celebrating their silver wedding anniversary were Rolando and Nelly Garcia. Their children gifted them a beautiful anniversary cake, and their son took a moment to congratulate them and thank them for their support and affection. The Vice-President Mr. Tomás González presided over the dance and, on behalf of the board, presented each of the female members with a corsage in recognition of the support and collaboration they always provide.
Mr. Herman Santa also presented a plaque of appreciation to Mr. González. In the year of the club’s existence, Mr. González and the board have dedicated much of their energy to guiding the club to seize every opportunity for the “Spanish American Club, Inc.” to continue growing and progressing by leaps and bounds. Part of the money raised from the dance will be donated to a fund to offer it as a scholarship to a Hispanic student, as well as for charitable purposes in the community.
The decorations with Spanish motifs were crafted by the ladies who worked hard to create a pleasant and cozy atmosphere. The “Pop Caribe Band” entertained the party with a new repertoire and their unparalleled rhythm, delighting us by playing requests to suit everyone’s taste.
Spring 1993
Annual Spring with live music at the Jensen Beach Woman’s Club
By Sam Del Rosario
On Saturday, March 6th, the “Spanish American Club” celebrated its carnival dance at the Jensen Beach Woman’s Club. The hall was beautifully decorated with masks, balloons, confetti, and on the tables were fans decorated alluding to the occasion.
All of this was thanks to a group of talented partners led, as always, by our dear Cecilia Vignier. The group from the city of Stuart showed up, and everyone danced and enjoyed themselves until the end. We had a costume group, and the winner was Mr. Nestor Llanos, dressed as a “Buccaneer,” while the second prize went to the Mexican charros represented by Mary Bleau and Mathew Reid.
We had guests with us who came from as far away as Merritt Island, Melbourne, and Vero Beach because they wanted to enjoy a good orchestra like “Pop Caribe,” in a family-friendly and welcoming environment like the Spanish American Club. That night, the King and Queen of the Carnival were selected, who turned out to be our Vice President Mr. Tomás González and his Mrs. Kathy Basile. We hope to see everyone again at our next dance.
Valentine 1993
1st Valentine dance with “PJ the DJ” at the Jensen Beach women’s Club
By Sam Del Rosario
On Saturday, February 6, the Hispanic American Club of Treasure Coast celebrated Valentine’s Day. As always, it was a resounding success. People were very lively dancing to the beat of “PJ the DJ,” who came directly from Miami to enliven the event. In the dance competition, there was a tie between the couples of Claudia Zapata and her partner, and Mr. Pedro Aguilera and his beloved wife Trini. The competition was very close, as all the contestants were fabulous dancers.
The member ladies, Mrs. Lilia Bohórquez, Mrs. Gladys Vélez, Mrs. Lillian Carrion, and Annie Del Rosario decorated the allegorical hall of the era, always guided by our dear friend Cecilia Vignier, who works so hard to ensure everything goes well. The next activity will be a Carnival party to be held next Saturday, March 6th, featuring the Pop Caribe Orchestra from West Palm Beach. People are very excited about this event, which promises to be excellent.
Assembly 1994
Members of SACI elect Board of Directors at Don Ramon restaurant in Stuart
By Herman Santa
The Spanish American Club, Inc. held its annual assembly on January 30 at Don Ramón restaurant in the city of Stuart. The members elected the new Board of Directors composed of President; Tomás González, Vice President; Herman Santa, Treasurer; Eng. Joaquín Vélez, Secretary; José Lorenzatto, and the members; Mrs. Cecilia Vignier, Dr. Reneé Arnao, and Sam Del Rosario.
Mr. González is of Cuban nationality, owner of the Sunflower Educare Center in Port St. Lucie. Mr. Santa is Puerto Rican and serves as the Code Inspector for Martin County in the Building and Zoning Division. Engineer Vélez is Puerto Rican and works at the nuclear plant of Florida Power & Light in Hutchinson Island. Mr. Lorenzatto is of Argentine nationality and is a Scope Cardiologist at Martin Memorial Hospital in the city of Stuart. Ms. Vignier is Peruvian, a travel agent and real estate agent in the city of Port St. Lucie. Dr. Arnao, also Peruvian, is a Dentist in her home country and is doing her internship at Quality Dental Care in Fort Pierce. Mr. Del Rosario, who is Puerto Rican, is a staff member at Alma Latina in Port St. Lucie.
The Board of Directors was elected by majority for the fiscal year from January to December 1994. After the meeting, the members delighted their palates with a succulent dinner. The event concluded with the presentation of plaques to the club’s directors from the previous Board of Directors. The outgoing President, Ing. Hector P. Arias, Secretary, Sr. Cesar Bohórquez, and the Board Members, Ing. Guillermo Vignier and Ing. Joaquín Vélez, were honored for their work the previous year for the club. A plaque of appreciation was also presented to Don Ramón Villariño, owner of the restaurant “Don Ramón,” and to Sr. Antonio Ruiz, the establishment’s manager.
Bowling 1993
Spanish American Club, Inc. goes bowling…
By Herman Santa
On Saturday, September 18th at 8 p.m., the members of the Spanish American Club, Inc. of Port St. Lucie held their first bowling outing at the Bowling Alley of Port St. Lucie Lanes. Many of the members were bowling for the first time in many years. It was a joyful evening. Some members bowled, others watched the game, and we had the chance to meet the new members.
Members will continue to play at this bowling alley every Saturday starting at 8:00 PM. We hope to form a league of Hispanic bowlers in the area. The bowling alley is open on Saturdays (Open Lanes) to the public, and the cost is only $1.00 per game per person. Shoe rentals will be only 99 cents.
Halloween 1992
Halloween Dance with Pop Caribe orchestra at the Jensen Beach Women’s Club
By Cecilia Vignier
On Saturday, October 31, “The Spanish American Club, Inc.” held its first Halloween ball at the Jensen Beach Women’s Association halls. The event was a complete success and featured participation from guests who came from Miami, Tampa, and Orlando.
The costumes were very original, and everyone who participated in the costume contest deserved a prize, but the judges could only choose 3 winners. The first prize was very well-deserved for Tomás González, followed by Herman Santa in second place and Frank Sepúlveda in third place. The happy winners received a lot of applause and prizes. The venue was allegorically decorated for the occasion by the talented ladies of the club, who worked hard at their homes creating decorations for the centerpieces and many other curiosities.
The well-known Caribbean Pop orchestra delighted the dance with a collection of very good songs known to please all tastes. Engineer Hector Arias, president of the club, warmly welcomed the 170 guests, thanking them for their participation in this dance. We all agree that to achieve the success that was had, a significant effort had to be made behind the scenes of this event, and that effort is none other than Herman Santa, who organized and ensured that everything was taken into account, down to the smallest detail.
A stay in Cancun for 6 days was also raffled, donated by member Cesar Bohórquez and his lovely wife, Lilia. In total, 15 prizes were raffled, all donations from members and businesses. The big dance lasted until 2 a.m., at which point, exhausted from dancing, we all went home with very pleasant memories.
Anniversary 1994
2nd Anniversary of SACI with D. J’s. Herman Santa and José Lorenzato at the Jensen Beach Women’s Club
Por: Herman Santa
The Spanish American Club, Inc. celebrated its “Second Anniversary” on Saturday, June 4, at the Jensen Beach Women’s Club, located at 2644 NE Sugar Hill Ave in Jensen Beach.
The party was entertained by the club’s DJs (Herman Santa and José Lorenzatto). The dancing started at 8:00 p.m. and ended at 1:00 a.m. There were prizes and raffles. It was a well-planned party, and we congratulate Tom González for organizing it.
Assembly 1993
Members of SACI re-elect Board of Directors at Don Ramon restaurant in Stuart
By Sam Del Rosario (Alma Latina)
On June 13, the Spanish American Club, Inc. held its first assembly. The members reduced the Board of Directors from nine members to seven. The new Board consists of Engineer Hector P. Arias; President, Thomas González; Vice President, Herman Santa; Treasurer, Cesar Bohórquez; Vice Secretary, and Members; Dr. Antonio J. Castillo; Engineer Guillermo Vignier, and Engineer Joaquín Vélez.
Some of the topics discussed at the assembly were to hold a party with a band on October 30 and another one on December 31. The members will continue to meet at the residences of the members every month where they will celebrate the birthdays of the members for that month. It was also agreed to collect food for a poor family in November and to collect toys for poor children in December. The members took the opportunity to celebrate Dr. Castillo’s birthday. In September, the members will meet at a bowling alley in the area.
Get Together 1992 (Santa)
Monthly Get Together at the residence of Herman and Lucy Santa in Jensen Beach
By Sam del Rosario
On August 15th, the Spanish American Club, Inc. celebrated at Herman and Lucy Santa in Jensen Beach. The club’s first social function was lively and received positive comments from all participants. In these initial steps, the club will emphasize this type of family gathering to develop affinity among members, which is absolutely necessary to maintain a healthy organization. Among the fifteen couples who attended the event, an excellent communication of mutual trust was established quickly, and a consensus regarding future objectives was reached.
Mr. Hector Arias, President of the organization, reiterated the importance of creating an institution with strong affinity among the members to foster a solidarity that we can all be proud of. The growth will be slow and organized. A plaque of appreciation was also presented to Mr. Francisco Pérez, the current secretary of the club, for his monumental work in writing the bylaws and the corporation documents, which are second to none compared to the American constitution.
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