MHYC E News 19th April, 2017
Welcome to MIDDLE HARBOUR YACHT CLUB's E-Newsletter
The Easter break was busy at the Club with both the Sandbar Cafe and Bistro open and many people enjoying the warm weather. This weekend begins with the monthly Kid's Disco on Friday night from 6pm - 8pm, so if you are looking to get the kid's together before going back to school, book into the disco! Tickets are $15 per child which includes a drink & snack - groups over 20, $10 per child. Call the Club on 02 9969 1244.
The MC38 One Design Regatta is being hosted by MHYC this weekend on Saturday and Sunday so there will be no MHYC keelboat racing. Saturday racing recommences with the Winter Series on 6th May, 2017 - entries are open.
Entries are open for the ANZAC Day Two Up Cup race on Tuesday 25th April, 2017, followed by Two Up games in the Bistro from approximately 4pm. We do, however, need a volunteer to run the Two Up games so if you or someone you know, understands the rules and can be our "Ringleader", please call Roger on 02 9969 1244. The Harbourview Bistro will be open for breakfast and lunch on Anzac Day, from 9am.
Yacht Sales Australia Wednesday Series 3 - Race 8 - 19th April, 2017
Race 8 of Series 3 for the 2016-17 season, will be held today Wednesday 19th April, 2017. Due to daylight saving having finished, please be aware that the handicaps are count up starting from 1300 hours.
Many thanks to our sponsors for the Wednesday Series, Ivan & Jeff Rowe, Yacht Sales Australia. If you are looking to buy or sell a boat, visit their website at www.yachtsalesaustralia.com.au. Special commission discount available to MHYC Members.
To enter - click here
To view Entrants and Results - click here
Crew Member of the Year Award - Nominations Close this Saturday 22nd April 2017
The Crew Member of the Year Award is presented to an esteemed crew member, displaying the characteristics of a desirable MHYC Member, someone other crew members would aspire to emulate, and nominated from a yacht in a division of the Annual Pointscore during the 2016/17 season. The award will be presented at the Annual Prize Giving Presentaiton on 6th May, 2017.
If you know of a MHYC Member that you would like to nominate, please download the form here and hand to the Sailing Office. Nominations close 1800 hours on Saturday 22nd April, 2017.
ANZAC Two-Up Cup - Tuesday 25th April, 2017
MHYC's Feature Event, ANZAC Two-Up Cup, will be held on ANZAC Day, Tuesday 25th April, 2017. Handicapped Clubhouse start from 12.30 pm with games of Two-Up in the Main Bar following racing and the presentation.
Please note: the Harbourview Bistro will be open for breakfast on ANZAC Day from 9am so come in for a 'hearty breakfast' before racing!
To enter - click here
To View Entrants - click here
MHYC Winter Series - begins Saturday 6th May, 2017
MHYC's Winter Series is held most Saturdays during Winter, including a 'short' series and sprint races. No racing is held over the June Long Weekend. First Warning Signal at 1155hrs, with a Post Race Presentation. Morning Sandbar BBQ will greet skippers and crew prior to racing and the Harbourview Bistro will be serving Post Race weekly Specials for Members and Guests to enjoy.
To enter - click here
Sail a MELGES 20s during the Winter season!
The Melges 20s are available to sail during the winter season by club members. If you wish to do this, please contact Nicky Bethwaite to make arrangements, as there has been significant interest in doing this. If you haven't yet had the opportunity to sail one of these responsive assymetric keelboats, don't miss out, as they're great fun and very easy to handle.
If you're interested in purchasing a Melges 20, several are available. Contact Nicky for further information.
Youth Sailing - Easter Camps a huge success
The Easter Holiday camps have been a huge success and this week the Youth sailors have taken out the Melges 20s - the grins on their faces said it all when they came back in to the marina! Thank you to LJ Hooker Seaforth for their sponsorship of new life jackets for the kids - they all look very professional!
Term 2 begins on Sunday 30th April - bookings are open - click here for more information.
Sandbar Cafe - open 7 days a week
The Sandbar Cafe is open 7 days a week from 8am. Come down to the Club & enjoy our coffee and freshly made gourmet rolls. Refreshing smoothies, frappes and ice cream also available! Did you know that Brett actually makes all the yummy ice creams?? Great new flavours all the time!
Harbourview Bar & Bistro - Open for Breakfast on the weekends!
The Harbourview Bar & Bistro is open on Saturdays and Sundays for breakfast from 9am - click here for the Breakfast menu.
The Harbourview Bar & Bistro's Lunch & Dinner menu is available online - click here for the current menu. Harbourview Bar & Bistro is open Wednesday to Sunday for lunch and Friday and Saturday for dinner, with daily specials. For all bookings, please call the MHYC office on 9969 1244.
2017 Annual Prize Presentation - 6th May 2017
MHYC's annual Prize Presentation will be held on Saturday 6th May, 2017, from 6.30pm for a 7pm start. $35 per person (includes arrival drink & canapes). Get your crew, friends and family along to celebrate the end of the 2016/17 season! To book online - click here.
Mother's Day at MHYC
Treat mum to breakfast or lunch at Middle Harbour Yacht Club on Mother's Day, Sunday 14th May, 2017. Enjoy the views over Middle Harbour from the Harbourview Bistro for either a Breakfast Buffet or special Mother's Day Lunch menu.
Breakfast Buffet available from 9am - $28 MHYC Members/$32 Non Members (Kids under 14 years $14 MHYC Members/$16 non members)
Lunch available from 12 noon.
Bookings essential on 02 9969 1244.
Kids Disco & Karaoke - this Friday 21st April 2017
The next Kid's Disco and Karaoke with Bop Till You Drop will be held this Friday 21st April 2017 from 6pm - 8pm. Enjoy the last weekend before school goes back and get a group of kids together - $15 per child (groups of 20 or more $10 each). Bookings essential on 02 9969 1244.
Sunday Sounds with Jay Parrino - Sunday 30th April, 2017
Join us at the Sandbar on Sunday 30th April from 1-4pm for some rockin’ tunes with Jay Parrino (Australia’s Got Talent). Over the past 10 years Jay Parrino has established himself as one of Australia's most promising and hardest working musicians. His charm and cheeky charisma made him a popular favourite with millions of viewers (as finalist on Channel 7's Australia's Got Talent), and his performances on YouTube have now attracted over 4 million hits and counting!
