Royal St George Yacht Club

Elmo Trophy Dinner
2015-10-02 20:30 - 23:00 (Europe/Dublin) | Royal St George Yacht Club, Dun Laoghaire, Dublin, Dublin, A96 AY77, Ireland
Join us for a four course meal in the Dining Room. A fun night with a few twists. A small portion of the ticket cost will go towards supporting the Elmo Trophy – which is a new Team Race event aimed at Junior Sailors.

Dress code semi formal. Drinks Reception from 7.30pm, come early to ensure you receive a complimentary glass of bubbly. Dinner at 8.00pm sharp.
Please share this invite, hopefully all of Graham’s friends from all walks of life would like to attend.
To book ticket(s) please use online form.https://rsgyc.wufoo.eu/forms/elmo-trophy-dinner/
We look forward to seeing you on the night!

RAYC Laser Liffey Challenge
2015-10-03 - 2015-10-04 | Dublin
Who will be the Royal Alfred Yacht Club King of the River 2015?
This year’s edition takes place on Saturday, October 3rd. Last year, Radial Youth Champion Conor O’Beirne switched into a Full rig and beat all-comers, edging former top ranked Full rig sailor and recent RS400 Southerns’ winner Paul MacMahon into 2nd. Eighteen Lasers raced between the East Link Toll Bridge and the Samuel Beckett Bridge on a lovely Autumn day. O’Beirne took away a famous old trophy with a great pedigree from previous Liffey events for Sportsboats – 1720s and after that SB3s (as they were called back then). With good local turnouts in Laser Full rigs all Summer on Dublin Bay and an open invite to 4.7s and Radials to come along (with a separate start on offer) we hope to exceed that number this year. It’s also a great way for Laser sailors from Dun Laoghaire, Howth or wherever to warm up for the various Frostbite series.

RAYC Commodore Barry MacNeaney will again be RO and is known for starting races quickly to keep things on the go. There’ll be as many races as possible before the Bridge lifts again at 16:00 hours! Launching is at the hosting Poolbeg Yacht Club with great spectating along the Quays or perhaps with a coffee or glass of wine on board the “Cill Airne” restaurant/bar ship.
Afloat report from last year: http://afloat.ie/sail/sailing-clubs/royal-alfred-yacht-club/item/26893-royal-st-george-laser-sailors-win-royal-alfred-liffey-challenge
Check out NOR and Online entry at: http://www.royalalfredtemp.com/

End of Season Training and NYC Regatta 2015
2015-10-03 - 2015-10-04 | Royal St George Yacht Club, Dun Laoghaire, Dublin, Dublin, A96 AY77, Ireland
Feva Winter Training kicks off with a weekend of race training and racing on October 3rd and 4th.

Feva Winter Training Update

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On Saturday, our Feva coach Stephen Craig will be giving an intensive day of racing coaching in anticipation of the NYC End of Season Regatta on Sunday October 4th. Anyone planning on taking part in the training and/or the NYC regatta can leave their Feva in the club – but it must be removed for Lift Out on the Sunday evening.
Regular Sunday training will start on October 18th. A detailed training plan for all sailors will be developed to ensure everyone gets the most out of the Winter sailing. We will be holding a 3 day clinic and Halloween, with coaching designed to cater for both experienced Feva sailors and those newer to the class. Regular Sunday coaching will run through November and we will finish off with a weekend training/racing in December 5th/6th. For a full list of winter training, please see our Feva Winter Training for more information.
To sign your child up for the Jelly Bean Factory Junior End of Season Regatta 2015, click http://www.nyc.ie/2015/09/junior-end-of-season-regatta-2015/”>here.
If you would like your child to sail Feva’s this winter and have not received any Feva updates recently, please contact us and we will be happy to add you to the Feva mailing list. The Feva Class Captain is Elaine Malcolm who has helped grow interest in the class over the past 12 months with RSGYC teams successfully competing in the Feva World Championships in Germany over the summer and in the various national championships also.

Long Standing Members Dinner 2015
2015-10-09 20:30 - 2015-10-10 00:00 | Royal St George Yacht Club, Dun Laoghaire, Dublin, Dublin, A96 AY77, Ireland
This evening will celebrate all those who have been Members for over 10 years.
This will be a wonderful opportunity to catch up with old friends, make new friends, and to celebrate your long-standing involvement in your Club.

You are encouraged to take the opportunity to put together a table of fellow Members. There will be a prize on the evening for the table with the greatest aggregate length of service…can we reach 500 or 600 years? There will also be a prize for the youngest combined age and longest combined service.
There will be a number of Members tables and we will endeavor to keep the decades together – so if you joined in the 60’s, we will seat you with your contemporaries. Please request this option upon booking.
7.30pm for 8pm. Three Course Dinner, €35.
Please call the Club at 01-280 1811 or email Eleanor at housemanager@rsgyc.ie to book your place.

Spinnaker Ball 2015
2015-10-10 09:00 - 18:00 | Royal St George Yacht Club, Dun Laoghaire, Dublin, Dublin, A96 AY77, Ireland
The event to wrap up the summer season!
This is one of the most popular events of the season. Join your friends in your Club for a three course feast, glass of Prosecco on arrival, and party until the early hours with a DJ and dancing until late…

Dress code: Jacket and tie.
Please bring your partners and guests and join your friends in the Club for a great night out. Book early with the Club as this event is always a sell-out! From 7.30pm, €45. Book your tickets by calling the Club at 01-2801811 or email Eleanor at housemanager@rsgyc.ie

Movie Night & Supper - Master and Commander
2015-10-15 20:00 - 23:00 | Dublin
Movie Night & Supper at the George. Shane O’ Loughlin presents, “Master and Commander”
In 1805, aboard the H.M.S. Surprise, the brash Captain Jack Aubrey (Russell Crowe) and his trusted friend, the ship’s scholarly surgeon, Stephen Maturin (Paul Bettany), are ordered to hunt down and capture a powerful French vessel off the South American coast. Though Napoleon is winning the war and the men and their crew face an onslaught of obstacles, including their own internal battles, “Lucky Jack” is determined that nothing will stop the Surprise from completing its mission.

7pm. Two Course Supper & Movie, €22. Please call the Club at 01-2801811 or email Eleanor at housemanager@rsgyc.ie to book your place.

Ouzos Comes to the George
2015-10-23 20:30 - 2015-10-24 00:00 | Royal St George Yacht Club, Dun Laoghaire, Dublin, Dublin, A96 AY77, Ireland
The George is proud to announce that Ouzos Restaurant will be coming to the Club’s Dining Room on Friday, October 23rd as part of our Pop Up Restaurant Series.
The night will include a specially designed 3 course menu at €35 p.p. Be sure to book early to avoid disappointment by calling the Club at 01-2801811 or emailing Eleanor at housemanager@rsgyc.ie

Mid Term Laser Training Camp
2015-10-24 - 2015-10-27 | Royal St George Yacht Club, Dun Laoghaire, Dublin, Dublin, A96 AY77, Ireland
This midterm, there will be a Laser training camp run by Rory McStay and Dan O’Beirne

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There will be separate training for 4.7s and Radials where there is enough of each fleet.
Rory and Dan are active laser sailors who have each competed internationally at World Championship and European Championship levels in the Full Rig, Radial, and 4.7 rigs.
A training plan has been set out with regards to strength and conditioning, boat handling, boat speed and tactics.
This is a perfect time to start getting time in the boat and get ready for upcoming regional and international events.
Training will run from 09:00 – 17:00hrs on 24th – 27th October.
Please sign up early as spaces are limited.
Cost:
• €120 RSGYC Club Members
• €140 Non- RSGYC Club Members

George Brunch
2015-10-24 12:00 - 14:00 | Royal St George Yacht Club, Dun Laoghaire, Dublin, Dublin, A96 AY77, Ireland
The famous George Brunch is making its return this October
Bucks Fizz on arrival and a piper to lead everyone into the Dining Room for a delicious brunch spread.

This promises to be a great day out!
Begins at 11am, €25 pp, including Bucks Fizz.
Food is kindly donated by Stephen Terry of Cafe Du Journal of Monkstown.
Book early to avoid disappointment by calling the Club at 01-2801811 or emailing Eleanor at housemanager@rsgyc.ie

Wine Dinner 2015
2015-10-30 07:00 - 23:00 | Royal St George Yacht Club, Dun Laoghaire, Dublin, Dublin, A96 AY77, Ireland
The Club wine dinners are becoming something of legend with the finest wines carefully selected and paired with a stunning menu.
This wine dinner will include sangria on arrival, a three-course meal with tapas, Spanish music, and Raquel Fernandez from the Spanish winery will assist with the presentation of the wines. An exceptional value night at the Club; great wine, great food, and great company at just €40 pp. Be sure to book early by calling the Club at 01-2801811 or emailing Eleanor at housemanager@rsgyc.ie

Special Sound of Music Movie Night
2015-11-05 18:30 - 22:00 | Royal St George Yacht Club, Dun Laoghaire, Dublin, Dublin, A96 AY77, Ireland
This year marks the 50th anniversary of The Sound of Music, which first captivated audiences in 1965.
To celebrate, your Club will be hosting a very special evening as the George Choir will perform some of the most famous songs, followed by dinner and the movie. The event beings at 6:30pm and costs €25 per person.

Book your place by calling the Club at 01-2801811 or by emailing Eleanor at housemanager@rsgyc.ie

National 18 HYC Invitational
2015-11-07 - 2015-11-08 | Howth Yacht Club, Howth Harbour, Howth, Dublin, Ireland
The Cork Harbour National 18ft Class would like to invite you to come sailing the New National 18 at Howth Yacht Club on Saturday 7th and Sunday 8th November.The National 18 Class will be hosting their invitational this weekend at Howth Yacht Club. Jump in, have a blast, try the boats out. Plus there will be a party held on the Sat night!
The National 18 Class will be hosting their invitational this weekend at Howth Yacht Club. Jump in, have a blast, try the boats out. Plus there will be a party held on the Sat night!

For more details or to register – please contact Willie Healy 086 855 4562 or Colin Chapman 087 756 6977

Irish Team Racing Championships 2015
2015-11-07 - 2015-11-08 | Royal St George Yacht Club, Dun Laoghaire, Dublin, Dublin, A96 AY77, Ireland
The Club will be following up the inaugural Elmo Trophy Team Racing trophy next month with the Irish Team Racing Championships 2015 from 7th–8th November.

Pre-Entry Form and Information

The event is for three boat teams and will be sailed in RSt.GYC supplied Firefly dinghies.
ISA Medals will be awarded to the first three Irish teams, and to the first Irish Youth team (subject to a minimum of three entries). In addition, the first Irish teams in each category may be selected to represent Ireland at any International team racing event in 2016.
To book your place for this event and more information, please follow the attachment provided.

Supper and Talk with Des Ekin
2015-11-11 19:00 - 22:00 | Royal St George Yacht Club, Dun Laoghaire, Dublin, Dublin, A96 AY77, Ireland
Des Ekin, author of bestselling book The Stolen Village, will talk about one of the most dramatic stories in Irish history – the pirate slave raid known as “The Sack of Baltimore”.
In June 1631, a joint force of pirates from Algiers and armed troops of the Turkish Ottoman Empire stormed ashore at the sleepy little harbour village of Baltimore, Co. Cork, and abducted nearly all the villagers. More than 100 people – mainly women and children – were borne away to a life of slavery in North Africa. Only two of them ever saw Ireland again.

The Stolen Village is a fascinating tale of international piracy and culture clash nearly 400 years ago and is the first book to cover this relatively unknown and under-researched incident in Irish history, shortlisted for the Argosy Irish Nonfiction Book of the Year Award.
This event will begin at 7pm, consisting of a talk followed by a two course supper for €25.
Book your place today by calling the Club at 01 280 1811 or emailing Eleanor housemanager@rsgyc.ie

Cruising Dinner 2015
2015-11-14 19:00 - 22:00 | Royal St George Yacht Club, Dun Laoghaire, Dublin, Dublin, A96 AY77, Ireland
A wonderful night of tall tales and cruising adventures hosted by Tony Linehan. So whether you participated in the George Brittany Cruise, chartered a boat in the Med or cruised closer to home, you are welcome to come along to this gathering of cruising folk.
The dinner will be on open booking for all members and friends who have an interest in cruising, so get your table booking in now by calling the Club at 01-280 1811 or by emailing Tony at tony.linehan7@gmail.com

Shopping Trip to Kildare Village
2015-11-18 | Royal St George Yacht Club, Dun Laoghaire, Dublin, Dublin, A96 AY77, Ireland
Get the Christmas shopping done and dusted in style!
Get the Christmas shopping done and dusted in style with his complimentary VIP trip to Kildare Village. Return coach trip, exclusive discount card, bubbly on arrival, and use of the VIP lounge included.

Members and their guests are very welcome.
Please be sure to arrive before 10am for the bus departure.
Register now by calling your Club at 01-2801811 or by emailing Eleanor at housemanager@rsgyc.ie

Mexican Dinner and Tequila Tasting 2015
2015-11-18 19:30 - 23:00 | Royal St George Yacht Club, Dun Laoghaire, Dublin, Dublin, A96 AY77, Ireland
On Wednesday, 18th October, the Club will host a very special Mexican themed night.

Mexican Dinner and Tequila Tasting 2015

Come and join the Mexican Ambassador Carlos Garcia de Alba in the Dining Room on Wednesday, 18th November for a Mexican themed dinner with a tequila tasting. Helma Honda, a Mexican chef, will fly in to prepare the food and Jose Torres Diaz, of the Tequila Regulatory Council, will do a tequila tasting using three different tequilas to match the food.
This special event is priced at just €30.00 per person.
Please call the Club at 01 280 1811 or email Eleanor at housemanager@rsgyc.ie to secure your place today.

George Art Exhibtion
2015-11-19 - 2015-11-22 | Royal St George Yacht Club, Dun Laoghaire, Dublin, Dublin, A96 AY77, Ireland
The 3rd Annual Royal St George Art Group Exhibition opens on the evening of Thursday 19th November 2015 at 7.30pm and runs until Sunday 22nd November 2015 inclusive in the Snooker Room of your Club.
It is open to Royal St George Yacht Club Members and George Art Group members to submit entries. All are welcome to take part, irrespective of medium.

This is a wonderful opportunity to pick up the perfect Christmas present. The night will also feature a painting to be raffled in aid of the Peter McVerry Trust. The prize winners of our Christmas Card Competition will be also announced and exhibited.
We very much look forward to sharing the immense talent of our artists with you!
The exhibition will remain open from 10.30am – 7.30pm (6.30pm on Sunday) Thursday 19th November until Sunday 22nd November.

Short Lecture: The Sinking of The Endurance
2015-11-21 16:00 - 18:00 | Royal St George Yacht Club, Dun Laoghaire, Dublin, Dublin, A96 AY77, Ireland
On the 21st November, the Club will be hosting a short lecture on the Sinking of the Endurance as part of the Shackleton Endurance Exhibition, which is open to the public until the 30th December.
A lecture will be given by Liam Maloney, in-house historian, on one of the most incredible survival stories in history: the sinking of the Endurance.

This event will take place at your Club between 4pm – 6pm. Admission €15. Book your place by contacting John O’Reilly at joreilly@shackletonexhibition.com or by calling the exhibition at 01 236 0644.
“As if the ship and its crew had not been plagued by enough of it already, heavy pack ice was again sighted, and hours later a blowing gale reared its ugly head. For two days, the Endurance took shelter under an unlikely aegis – dodging to and fro under the lee of a stranded iceberg. As the gale eased, the ship made crawling headway towards her Antarctic destination, now just one day’s sail distant. On encountering the ice pack once more, Shackleton opted to work through it, but with temperatures plummeting, there would be no escape from its icy squeeze.”

Presentation and Book Launch with Daniel J Nolan
2015-11-24 18:00 - 22:00 | Royal St George Yacht Club, Dun Laoghaire, Dublin, Dublin, A96 AY77, Ireland
Daniel J Nolan, author of ‘Democracy: The Curse of Cromwell’ will be giving a talk in your Club on the 24th November titled: “Teia Tephi: The Princess from over the Seas” followed by supper.
This talk will discuss the forgotten hero, Queen Teia Tephi of Ireland and the epic narrative poem and autobiography covering her life, seeking to answer the question: Queen Teia Tephi (583 – 534 BC) and the Tuatha Dé Danaan . . . Fact or Fiction?

This event will begin at 7pm, with the presentation followed by supper, for just €25 pp.
Copies of “Clippers: The Ships that Shaped the World” will also be for sale on the night.
Don’t read history, read biography because that is history without the theory – Benjamin Disraeli.
To book your place, please call the Club at 01 280 1811 or emailhousemanager@rsgyc.ie
About the Author: Daniel Nolan, MD FRCP, is Emeritus Consultant Diagnostic Radiologist and Head of Department at John Radcliffe Hospital Oxford.

DBSC New Mixed Sportboat Class
2015-12-03 08:00 - 22:00 | Dublin
Is it time for DBSC to introduce a new mixed Sportboat Class in its racing programme?
There is now a good number of non SB20 sportsboats based in Dun Laoghaire; privately owned J80s & J70s, Clubs’ 1720s, others…

There is maybe also a renewed interest among “younger” waterfront Clubs’ members to acquire a boat and go racing in DBSC… However, gone are the boom times when a string of J109s appeared in Dublin Bay…would be competitors are looking at a lower capital outlay of €15k to €20k for “something exciting”…
Providing a mixed sportsboats class in DBSC next year would not only cater for the existing boats above but also maybe foster and encourage new buyers to source “fun”, affordable day racers.
What is a sportboat? How much would it cost to buy / enter one in DBSC? When will they be racing? Which handicapping system will be used?
To discuss all these issues, an open meeting is being held by Dublin Bay Sailing Club in the Royal Irish Yacht Club on Thursday 3rd December at 20.00
All current or aspiring owners of sportboats welcome!

Children's Christmas Party 2015
2015-12-13 14:00 - 16:00 | Royal St George Yacht Club, Dun Laoghaire, Dublin, Dublin, A96 AY77, Ireland
Santa and his Grotto are back!
A Christmas Wonderland will be waiting for you and the little ones at the RSGYC on Sunday, 13th December.
Everyone – big and small – will be entertained all day long, with a magical visit with Santa who will have presents and a listening ear for all the children.
The whole family will enjoy a fun-filled and magical time in the George in preparation for the big day on the 25th.
This very special event begins at 2pm, costing just €15 per child. Early booking is advised to avoid disappointment! See you there!
To book your place, please call the Club at 01 280 2811 or email Eleanor at housemanager@rsgyc.ie

Christmas Carol Dinner
2015-12-19 19:00 - 22:00 | Royal St George Yacht Club, Dun Laoghaire, Dublin, Dublin, A96 AY77, Ireland
*Limited places still available*
A fabulous Christmas night at your Club which will consist of a delicious three course dinner and afterwards its song sheets at the ready for the Club Christmas Carol sing-along with the George Choir.

A wonderful evening of food, festivity, and songs to lift your Christmas spirit for the big day. 7.00pm for 7.30pm.
Mulled wine on arrival followed by three course dinner for just €40 per person.
Be sure to book your place early by calling the Club at 01 280 1811 or emailing Eleanor housemanager@rsgyc.ie

Christmas Eve Lunch
2015-12-24 12:30 - 14:30 | Royal St George Yacht Club, Dun Laoghaire, Dublin, Dublin, A96 AY77, Ireland
A firm family favourite returns this Christmas Eve as your Club hosts its ever-popular Christmas Eve Lunch.
Your Club will host a special Three Course Lunch in the Dining Room this Christmas Eve before the big day finally arrives!

This lunch begins at 12:30pm and costs €40 pp.
Book early to avoid disappointment by calling your Club at 01 280 1811 or emailing Eleanor housemanager@rsgyc.ie

New Year's Eve Lunch
2015-12-31 12:00 - 15:00 | Royal St George Yacht Club, Dun Laoghaire, Dublin, Dublin, A96 AY77, Ireland
Enjoy the last lunch of 2015 with your family, friends, and fellow Members in the Club Dining Room before ringing in the New Year.
Reminisce over the wonderful memories and times 2015 brought in the warmth and hospitality of your Club. Early Booking is Essential.

Early Booking is Essential. From 12.00pm, Three Course Lunch, €40.
Book your place by calling the Club at 01 280 1811 or emailing Eleanor at housemanager@rsgyc.ie before it is too late!

New Year's Eve Ball
2015-12-31 19:00 | Dublin
Celebrate New Year’s Eve in Style!
Ring in the New Year with your friends, family, and fellow Members with a party atmosphere that promises to rival any!

Prosecco reception on arrival to get you in the party mood!
Delectable three course meal to fortify you for the night’s dancing and partying
Live band “Classic Hits” will get you dancing and shaking

This is the last event in the Club before we start on the refurbishment and is sure to be a night to remember!
Starts at 7.00pm and costs just €50 per person. Dress code theme “Black and White.”
Don’t miss out, book now!
You will want to be able to say I was there!
Early booking is essential. Book your place today by calling the Club at 01 280 1811 or emailing Eleanor at housemanager@rsgyc.ie

Supper And Talk With Tom O’Reilly
2016-02-03 19:00 - 22:00 | Royal St George Yacht Club, Dun Laoghaire, Dublin, Dublin, A96 AY77, Ireland
On Wednesday, 3rd February, Tom O’ Reilly will host a very special talk entitled ‘Concepts of Beauty’ in your Club.
This event will begin at 7pm, hosted by Tom O’ Reilly himself, who will give an interesting and amusing talk explaining aspects of facial aesthetic surgery, breast surgery, facial surgery, skin cancers, and sun damage. So come along for the talk and stay for a two course supper for €25 at 8pm afterwards if you like.
Book your place now by calling the Club at 01 280 1811 or emailing Eleanor at housemanager@rsgyc.ie

About the Speaker:
Tom O’ Reilly is a Consultant Plastic Surgeon in Blackrock Clinic, St Vincent’s Hospital and Crumlin Children’s Hospital, Dublin.

Movie Night & Supper - Quartet
2016-02-04 19:00 - 21:00 | Royal St George Yacht Club, Dun Laoghaire, Dublin, Dublin, A96 AY77, Ireland
Movie Night & Supper at the George. Cinny McCafrey presents, “Quartet”
At a home for retired musicians, the annual concert to celebrate Verdi’s birthday is disrupted by the arrival of Jean, an eternal diva and the former wife of one of the residents. Starring Maggie Smith, Michael Gambon, and Billy Connolly. Directed by Dustin Hoffman.
7pm. Two Course Supper & Movie, €25. Please call the Club at 01 280 1811 or email Eleanor at housemanager@rsgyc.ie

Annual Table Quiz In Aid Of Rehab Care Dun Laoghaire 2016
2016-02-05 19:00 - 22:00 | Royal St George Yacht Club, Dun Laoghaire, Dublin, Dublin, A96 AY77, Ireland
A fun evening with great prizes in aid of this very deserving cause.
8pm.Tables of Four, €50. Complimentary finger food included.
Rehab Care operates a wide variety of responsive health and social care programmes which reach into communities the length and breadth of Ireland. This may be the first chance to see the refurbishments in the Club.
To book your place, please call the Club at 01 280 1811, email Eleanor at housemanager@rsgyc.ie, or alternatively call Paddy Treanor at 087-2486874.

Fireball 50 Year Reunion - Book Now!
2016-02-06 17:00 - 23:00 | Royal St George Yacht Club, Dun Laoghaire, Dublin, Dublin, A96 AY77, Ireland
Seeing that it is 50 years since the Fireball Class started in Ireland, it’s time we had a REUNION!
DOCUMENTS
Fireball Reunion List
Apply Online Here
Seeing that it is 50 years since the Fireball Class started in Ireland, it’s time we had a REUNION!!! The date is set for Saturday 6th February 2016 and many of you by now will have this date in your diary. This is the night before the Ireland v Wales match on the opening weekend of the Six Nations. A small group have started to put THE PARTY together and Ciara Dowling is helping with the coordination and organisation of the night. All ideas and offers of help are very welcome indeed.
What’s the Plan for the Evening & the Cost?
In order that people can circulate for the evening we have decided against a sit down dinner and so are planning for a stand up evening with pod tables using the top level of the club. On arrival, there will be a drinks and canape reception followed by a two course buffet meal, dessert, tea and coffee
The cost will be €25 per person and booking is essential. All bookings must be made through the Online Booking and Payment Form. please note that Cash will not be taken on the evening.
A database of over 400 fireball sailors has now been compiled – please click here to see the Fireball Reunion List
