MAY 2019 BEACON

Hello fellow North Channel Members. I am happy to report that the last three Elite Brigades have been very productive despite the unpredictable weather. We still have lots to do to be ready for the Island opening. We need your help! When arriving to the island for an Elite Brigade work party, contact Harbor and Grounds Director Tom Altobelli or Club House Director John Sweier and they will be happy to point you in the right direction. As we prepare the Club house and grounds for opening weekend and Memorial Day service, let us remember the women and men who died while serving in the U.S. Military. Did you know that Memorial Day was originally celebrated as Decoration Day during the Civil War? Family and friends would decorate the grave sites of loved ones who died in battle. Since the Civil War years, this holiday has evolved to a day to commemorate all American personnel who died in all wars. For those of you that have been wondering about the Concorde Inn rumors and the 2020 Commodore’s Ball, it is true. The Concorde Inn is closing, and a senior living center is moving in. Terri and I have been doing a lot of leg work to find a new location that we are comfortable with and we have a few places to consider. We will decide on where we will be going soon. Thanks, V/C Bill Calihan