From The Bridge - Milford Yacht ClubShow Mom your love by bringing her to our Mother’s Day Dinner Buf-fet, featuring an amazing spread by Chef David! ... Cocktail Shrimp, Classic

Vol. CXVII No. III May 2019

Milford Yacht Club 131 Trumbull Avenue, Milford, Connecticut 06460 Office 203.783.0060 | Fax 203.783.0067 | Reservations 203.783.0070

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From The Bridge

Dear Members,

Welcome to May! Now we are into the beginning of prime season that we have dreamed of all winter long! Warm summer breezes poolside, dockside, on the patio and on the beach. What better place to be but at MYC with a cool cocktail and a deli-cious appetizer...sounds good right? Let's get ready for sun, the pool, boats, socializ-ing, music, staycation and fun at your club.

The docks are coming alive, the pool is getting a fantastic facelift, our grounds are looking great (thanks to all the hard Work Day member effort) and we have so many exciting member events planned!

This is the time of year where there is a lot of movement in our dry sail area and on our docks. Contact the dock staff upon bringing in or moving your vessel and help our Dockmaster Matt Iovanna help you to have a safe and enjoyable boating season.

Our pool upgrade project is in its final stages with new filtration installed, deck repairs being completed, car-peting scheduled for install and a few other surprises...we are all exited for the grand re-opening!

Our restaurant is in full swing with theme nights, special events and always a warm welcome from our great staff. Please be sure to sign in all guests upon arrival , as it’s the law. Also remember MYC for any private events you or your acquaintances may have. We offer multiple packages for all events and parties.

I'm looking forward to seeing you all at so many important and fun events in May. First up - Kentucky Derby at MYC...enjoy the race on the big screen! Next– Cinco de Mayo!. Enjoy the Mexican celebration with a spicy enchilada and refreshing margarita! Show Mom your love by bringing her to our Mother’s Day Dinner Buf-fet, featuring an amazing spread by Chef David! Come down and take part in tradition for the 117th Com-missioning Ceremonies. Listen to the officers’ addresses and enjoy the pomp and circumstance, music, food and drink! And last but not least, Sneaky Pete is on stage Memorial Day weekend to kick off the summer con-cert season. These guys played last year at MYC and will be one of our house bands for years to come. Come on down and let's dance our way into summer! See you all in my whites to raise the flag after we fire off the first cannon blast of the year!

Ken Herbert Commodore

http://www.milfordyachtclub.com

Founded 1903

Commodore Kenneth Herbert

[email protected]

Vice Commodore Robert Colum

[email protected]

Rear Commodore Albert W. Franke III

[email protected]

Fleet Captain Robert Farnum

[email protected]

Secretary Sarah Ferrante

[email protected]

Treasurer Bruce P. Kuryla, P.C. [email protected]

General Manager

Theresa Phelan 203-783-0077

[email protected]

Office Staff Kirsten Ash Othen

203-783-0060 [email protected]

Director of Catering and Dining

James Fedorchak 203-783-0075

[email protected]

Restaurant Chef David Bridgforth


Bar Manager John Regan

[email protected]

Dock Office Matt Iovanna, Dockmaster


Pool Director Andrew Hull

[email protected]

Rudder Editor

Mrs. Silence Dogood [email protected]

Junior Sailing 203-783-0069

Pool Office 203-783-0068 Angler’s Hotline 203-444-6645

Saturday, May 4th — Kentucky Derby at MYC! Sunday, May 5th — Cinco de Mayo Celebration Sunday, May 12th — Mother’s Day Brunch Saturday, May 18th — Opening Day with Ken Trapp & Company Friday, May 24th — Sean Morrissey and the MYC Shuckers! Sunday, May 26th — Sneaky Pete Band & MYC Grill Night Monday, May 27th — MYC Memorial Day Cookout Friday, June 14th — Commodore’s Wife’s Ladies’ Happy Hour

THURSDAYS Bar & Restaurant Open at 4pm*

Dinner Served Until 8:30pm

* Open at 12pm on 5/23 and 5/30

FRIDAYS Bar & Restaurant Open at 12pm

Dinner Served Until 9pm

SATURDAYS Bar & Restaurant Open at 12pm


SUNDAYS Bar & Restaurant Open at 12pm


RESERVATIONS 203-783-0070

THURSDAYS 4pm to 6pm $1.00 Off Drinks & $6 Off Select Bottles of Wine New $6 Happy Hour Menu

FRIDAYS 3pm to 6pm $1.00 Off Drinks New $6 Happy Hour Menu SATURDAYS 3pm to 6pm $1.00 Off Drinks &

$6 Off Select Bottles of Wine New $6 Happy Hour Menu

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Hours of Operation — May 2019

May Happy Hour @ The Lounge

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Upcoming Events from Vice Commodore Bob Colum

COLUM’S COLUMN

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Welcome to Commissioning month! We

are already in full swing and have had

some very successful pre-season events.

The staff, Bar and Restaurant, and Enter-

tainment Committees have convened

many times over the last three months

to ensure the membership experience

will be the best ever in 2019.

We have a very enthusiastic Entertain-

ment Committee that is looking to intro-

duce some new activities for our young-

est club members in the JYC this sum-

mer. Also, there are some added healthy activities such as Sunday

morning Yoga on the lawn. Please check out the new JYC Activity

Board in The Rudder for information on upcoming Juniors’ events. I

invite everyone to attend all MYC events and take advantage of all

that MYC has to offer. Special thanks to this Committee for all of their

help on St. Patrick’s Day and with the Children’s Easter Egg Hunt.

Lastly, I need to remind everyone that we have added vaping to our

House Rules pertaining to smoking. Please be considerate of all your

fellow members. Additionally, please remember that we must sign in

all our guests with their names and full addresses to be in compli-

ance with Connecticut Liquor Control Commission regulations and

state statutes.

I am excited that we are on the verge of a great summer and I hope

to see everyone in the Commodore’s Lounge and Main Dining Room

for great food and drink, feel-good music and the best views and

sunsets on Long Island Sound. See you all soon.

Bob Colum, Vice Commodore

Sean Morrissey Joins The

MYC Shuckers

Friday, May 24th

Relax with a cool cocktail and a

warm sunset on the deck and en-

joy the acoustic sounds of our own

Sean Morrissey!

Complimentary clams and oysters

while they last! The fun starts at

6pm. Don’t miss it! The MYC Brother Shuckers: (l to r) Jimmy

“Littleneck” Trapp, Ken Herbert, Chris Gill, Al

Russo, PC and Roger Downs

Sean Morrissey

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Make Mom’s Day Memorable!

MOTHER’S DAY AT MYC

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Mother’s Day Dinner Buffet Sunday, May 12th

Seatings at 12pm, 1pm and 2pm

Farmers’ Market Offerings

Field Greens, Grape Tomatoes, English Cucumber, Radish, Zinfandel Vinaigrette

Arugula, Berries, Feta, Roasted Almonds, Citrus Vinaigrette

Baby Spinach, Goat Cheese, Pistachios, Prickly Pear Dressing

Avocado, Roasted Vegetables and Quinoa Salad

Antipasti Charcuterie

Assorted Cured Meats, Cheeses, Olives, Breads and Dipping Oils

Chilled Shrimp

Cocktail Shrimp, Classic Cocktail Sauce, Remoulade and Lemons

Hot Buffet

Agave and Lime Salmon

Chicken Mellanzana—Roasted Breast topped with Grilled Eggplant and Provolone

Cheese Tortellini with Baby Spinach, Asiago Cheese, Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto Cream Sauce

Grilled Mahi-Mahi with Pineapple Salsa

Haricot Verts and Baby Carrots with Tomato Basil Butter

Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon, Pear and White Balsamic

Citrus Herb Basmati Rice

Whipped Potatoes

Carving Station

Herb Roasted Pork Rack

Roast Sirloin of Beef with Condiments and Sauces

Dessert Station

Grand Assortment of Chef’s Sweets

Freshly Brewed Coffee, Decaf and Assorted Teas

$42.95 for Adults / $14.95 Children 10 and under

Reservations are a Must For This Popular Event 203-783-0070

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MYC’s OPENING DAY Be A Part of Your Club’s History and Tradition

117th Commissioning Ceremony

Saturday, May18, 2019 1800 hours

Join us for the Opening Day Commissioning Ceremony followed by a Reception

Music provided by Ken Trapp and Company

Assorted Cheeses, Hummus Dip, Chips, Passed Hors d’Oeuvres, Clam and Oyster Bar

Entrees

Roast Prime Rib of Beef Au Jus

with horseradish cream sauce, baked potato and house vegetable $24.95

Baked Stuffed 1-1/2 lb. Lobster served with drawn butter. (Pre-order when making reservations) M.P.

Crab Stuffed Salmon

served with lemon sauce, rice pilaf and house vegetable $23.95

Roast Duck accompanied by braised greens and squash puree $24.95

Braised Pork Lasagna

slow-cooked, layered with ricotta, mozzarella, fresh herbs and bechamel $21.95

Organic Semi-Boneless Half Chicken topped with cherry peppers and mushrooms $21.95

Chef’s Vegetarian Entree

please check with your server for Chef’s Vegetarian Entrée for the evening

All entrees accompanied by a house salad

Dessert: Chef’s Choice of Patisserie

Reservations Please 203-783-0070

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Membership News and Events

In accordance with Article VI, Section 1 of the Milford Yacht Club, Inc. Constitution, the following new members were approved by the Board of Directors and are welcomed into the MYC community:

New Members Membership Class Sponsored By

Todd and Bridget Romagna A Bruce P. Kuryla and Joseph Nesteriak Scott and Deborah Chasen A Robin Correll and Membership Committee Ryan Johnson and Erica Moyer B Membership Committee

SECRETARY’S LOG

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The 145th Kentucky Derby!

Saturday, May 4th 6:50pm Post Time

Join us for the most exciting 2 minutes in sports!

$5 Mint Juleps! Best Hat and Best Ascot Contests!

Enjoy the Kentucky Favorites!

Salad Station: Kentucky Bluegrass Salad (pears, aspara-

gus, walnuts, cranberries, cheese, Bourbon vinaigrette),

Pearl Mozzarella Panzanella Salad, and Quinoa & Rice Sal-

ad with grilled vegetables. Basket of corned bread and bis-

cuits

Entrees: Fried chicken, Bourbon-style meatballs, Barbe-

que Wood Creek Lake Bass

Station: Pulled pork station

Sides: Chef’s famous Mac n’ Cheese, mashed potatoes,

yams, green beans and cole slaw

Dessert: Pecan pie or a scoop of vanilla or chocolate ice

cream

$21.95++ per person

(Children’s menu available, 12 and under)

BRING ON SUMMER!

More Great Upcoming Events!

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MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND AT MYC!

Milford Yacht Club Swim

Team

The Milford Yacht Club offers an

active and successful swim team that

is part of the Connecticut Private

Club Swim League (CPCSL).

Welcome back everyone! The summer sea-son is definitely approaching...no more cold...more sun!

Please join us this season on the MYC Swim Team! From beginners to high school seniors, all are welcome. The pool staff and I are looking to host the best sea-son ever! For more information, contact MYC Swim Team Coach Emily Cucurello at [email protected].

Practice schedules and meets will be pub-lished in the June edition of The Rudder.

Milford Yacht Club, Inc.

131 Trumbull Avenue

Milford, CT 06460

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