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WYC SUPER SOCIALS OCTOBER & NOVEMBER
Posted: Wednesday, 09 October, 2024
*THIS FRIDAY!* Friday 11th October 7.30pm – Karaoke night.
Calling all crooners! The gold sparkly curtains are back! Come along and warble/ murder/ yodel your favourite karaoke anthems in front of an enthusiastic audience! This is great fun and entertainment, either to take part or spectate!
Sat 12th October to 21st October – America’s Cup LIVE.
Ineos Brittania just need to win one more race today or tomorrow against the Italians Luna Rossa, and then they will be in the America’s Cup final against New Zealand. Coverage will be Live on the big screen from 13:00 at WYC, 2 races a day, starting on Sat 12 Oct. Bar will be open, have a lunchtime break and cheer on Sir Ben Ainslie and team, as they aim be the first to win 7 races, and claim the world’s oldest sporting trophy for the UK for the first time.
*THIS SUNDAY!* Sunday 13th October - Meeting of Sailors.
Please come along at 1pm(ish - depending on that day's racing) to hear an update on the Sailing Committee's plans, and to help influence the future of sailing at WYC!
Whilst there will be the opportunity to ask questions or raise points in the meeting, if you have any items you'd like to make sure are discussed, please contact Steve Gray in advance.
Saturday 19th October 7pm – Why the battle of Trafalgar is really worth remembering - an informative and amusing slide show with a talk by Richard Maltby.
Why Trafalgar Day (21st October) is worth Remembering. Collection proceeds will go to Westbere Sailing Opportunities.
Sunday 20th October 4pm – Annual Prize Giving.
The recent autumn weather is a reminder that the annual prize giving will take place on Sunday 20th October at 4pm, following the last race of the autumn series. Prizes will be presented for all completed series and regattas for the year making it an event not to be missed. Congratulations to our 2024 prize winners!
Saturday 2nd November 7:30pm– Music Club Gig – “Unplugged”.
It is the return of amazing Music Club gig. Over 30 brilliant musicians in various bands take on 28 songs... this time “Unplugged”. Iconic tunes given an acoustic twist, which will have you tapping your feet and singing along. Final rehearsals on Thurs 17th, 24th and 31st October. Come along for drink and watch the magic unfold.
Thursday 14th November – Talk “Flying Dutchman at WYC”.
The Flying Dutchman was the double-handed Olympic racing dinghy from 1960 to 1992. WYC was key in establishing this iconic class from hosting the 1959 World Championships, through to numerous National and European championships. There was a sizable fleet at WYC over the years, with many stories to tell. Louise and Andrew Provan will present some of the tales of these E-Types of the Seas at WYC, as well as the chronicle of repatriating their own boat from Bordeaux.
Friday 22nd November - MAD HAT DINNER & DANCE AT THE MARINE HOTEL.
To book: https://bookwhen.com/wycsocial/e/ev-sajm-20241122180000
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