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INSIDE:New Year’s Eve Photo Gallery p3

Upcoming Events p4

Mardi Gras at the Beach p6

Real Estate Sales News p7

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PLUS: DON’T MISS OUR SWEETHEARTS WEEKEND See details on page 4

Iam pleased to report that 2018 was another great year for our club. A vast majority of you capped it off in high style with another “Simply Irresistible” New Year’s Eve blast. A mild, wild and beautiful evening had most of you dancing into the new year, while others relaxed around the firepits, roasting “smores” at poolside.

Through the year there were 20 new families to join our club family of fun seekers, resulting in net member growth of 10. This puts our membership role at 493 members, the most in the history of the club. Please join me in welcoming our newest members…

DINING HOURS

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MESSAGE FROM YOUR GENERAL MANAGER

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HOURS OF OPERATION:Thursday - Sunday evenings6:30-8:30 pm COMPLIMENTARY COFFEE AND THE DAILY NEWSSaturday and Sunday mornings7:30 -10:00 am in the lounge DINNER SERVICE RESUMESFriday, February 1

CLUB CLOSINGSApril 27May 11

RESERVATION POLICYThe club strongly suggests reservations for dinner. However, we will make every attempt to accommodate any member wishing to dine with us. Walk-ins and late reservations will be accepted on a space available basis.

CANCELLATION POLICY If a reservation for a special event (where the policy is in action) is cancelled less than 24 hours before the start of the event, then the member holding the reservation will be billed for 50% of the cost of the event. This will apply for each guest that the original reservation was made for. Cancellations made more than 24 hours from the time of the reservation will not be billed a cancellation fee.

Brumit, Dr. James & Paige (Mt. Zion, IL)

Evans, Gerald & Lee (Winston-Salem, NC)

Fuqua, John & Duvall (Atlanta, GA)

Hupp, William & Diana (Richmond, VA)

Kirby, David & Evelyn (Raleigh, NC)

Kirkland, Dr. George & Leslie (Durham, NC)

Knight, David & Avery (Raleigh, NC)

Leone, Christopher & Cris (Darien, CT)

Lucas, Brian & Jennifer (Richmond, VA)

Maggitti, Dr. Michael & Nancy (Fayetteville, NC)

Martin, Kevin & Catherine (Washington, DC)

May, David & Susan (Wichita, KS)

McCraken, Sterling Kenan & John “Jebb” (Palm Beach, FL)

Rainosek, Mary Holt & Mark (Greensboro, NC)

Ross, Kade & Mary Margaret (Raleigh, NC)

Smith, Frederick “Fritz” & Dorothy (Charlotte, NC)

Van Beuren, Judy & Theodore (West Chester, PA)

Wall, Daniel & Nancy (Fuqua-Varina, NC)

Wood, Craig & Margaret (Siler City, NC)

Workman, Perk, Jr. & Carla (Forest, VA)

In the private club business it is widely known that staff development and tenure are keys to success. To the extent that we can keep our best people and give them opportunities for growth, our club will benefit immeasurably. This is difficult with a business the size of the Yacht Club, and further complicated by our extreme seasonality.

As we begin a new year, I would like to pay special recognition to our staff members that have served the club loyally for many years (3 or more). Please join me in thanking ….

Michael Airey – 4 years Shea Carver - 4 years David Aman - 4 years Clay Hamerski - 4 years Paula DuRant – 5 years

Frank Murdock – 5 years Allen Carter – 6 years Matthew Barbaretta – 7 years Shane Brown – 6 years Craig LaBreche – 9 years

Earnest Cribb – 9 years Matt Sayre – 9 years Jennifer Carter – 10 years Scott Cheatham – 15 years Yvonne Hall – 23 years

In speaking for the entire staff, I can say with confidence that we all derive satisfaction in knowing we are members of a work family and member community that respects each of us and our varied roles. This makes a big difference in our efforts to attract and retain “the best.”

It’s early-January and we are now basking briefly in the glory of a most successful holiday season, and year in general. However, our plates are full, pushing a few improvement projects to further enhance the clubhouse and club campus for your return…hopefully soon!

From us all, we extend a great big THANK YOU for your support and contributions towards a most fun and successful 2018. You have made me and many others proud to be a part of the Figure Eight Island community, and we eagerly look forward to serving you through the coming year.

Peter Gushanas

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FEBRUARY 14–17

SWEETHEARTS WEEKEND IN THE HELM

Reservations requested

Celebrate your valentine all weekend at the beach! Indulge in a special a la carte dinner menu and finish up with a decadent dessert!

Upcoming EVENTS

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FRIDAY, MAY 24 Pool Open and Lunch Service Begins

FRIDAY, MAY 24 Bingo!

SATURDAY, MAY 25 Annual Lobster Bake

SUNDAY, MAY 26 Church Services Begin

SUNDAY, MAY 26 Bathing Suits, Burgers and Beach Music

MONDAY, JUNE 3 & TUESDAY, JUNE 4 Bridge Seminar with Nancy Fitzgerald

SATURDAY, JUNE 15 Annual Meeting

SUMMER

FEBRUARY 14–17 Celebrate your valentine all weekend at the beach!

Indulge in a special a la carte dinner menu and finish up with a decadent dessert!

RESERVATIONS REQUESTED

SweetheartsW E E K E N DI N T H E H E L M

FEBRUARY

FEBRUARY 28–MARCH 3

MARDI GRAS AT THE BEACH Reservations requested

"Let the good times roll" all weekend in the Helm. Celebrate the foods of New Orleans and Mardi Gras with favorites like Jambalaya, Beignets, Gumbo and more!

MAR 14 – 17

LOBSTER WEEK IN THE HELM 6:30 – 8:30 PM

Reservations requested

Join us in The Helm for this exciting culinary adventure! Lobster Week will be in conjunction with the a la carte dining menu.

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Upcoming EVENTSAPRIL 19

EASTER BUNNY BINGO 6:30-8:30 PM

$25++ per adult $12.50++ per child under 12 Complimentary to children under 5

Reservations are required. The 24-hour cancellation policy will apply for this event. You must be dining from the buffet to participate in Bingo. The Helm is also open for dining this evening.Buffet opens at 6:30 pm. Cards go on sale for $1.00 each (cash only) at 6:45 pm. Game play beings promptly at 7:00 pm. Please note: This is different timing from our regular bingo schedule. We are beginning the game play earlier to accommodate our younger players.

APRIL 20

SEAFOOD EXTRAVAGANZA 6:30–8:30 PM

$39++ per adult $15++ per child under 12 Complimentary to children under 5

We sure do love our seafood at the beach and this event will showcase it all! Shrimp, flounder, grouper, scallops, tuna are just a few of the items that will be the stars of the event. There will also be many items for the land lovers and non-seafood eaters plus a children's buffet and bountiful array of desserts.

APRIL 21

EASTER CHURCH SERVICE 8:30 AM (RAIN OR SHINE)

On the "Ceremony Lawn" Coffee and pastries to follow on the pool deck

Once again, the Figure 8 Island Church is excited to welcome a wonderful officiant for our Easter service, Dr. Jerry Bron. Dr. Bron was born in the Netherlands in December of 1945. He is the oldest of five children. He immigrated to the U.S. in 1955 and grew up in Wilmington, North Carolina. He played basketball at New Hanover High and UNC -Wilmington. Rev. Bron was graduated from Union Seminary in 1972 with a Master of Divinity and a Doctor of Ministry in 1983. He studied under Rev. Dr. Ben Lacey Rose while at Union. Dr. Bron pastored three churches over the last 38 years: Pink Hill Presbyterian Church, Pink Hill, NC from 1972-1978, First Presbyterian in Washington, NC from 1978 to 1993, and then as Organizing pastor of the Southminster Church in Gastonia, NC from 1993 to 2010. Please join your fellow islanders for this non-denominational service.

APRIL 21

EASTER EGG HUNT 10:00 AM

In front of the Yacht Club Complimentary to all children

The Easter Bunny is hopping all over the property hiding thousands of eggs. Children will be divided into three age groups for hunting. Please meet in front of the flag pole promptly at 10am. Don't forget to bring your Easter basket for the eggs and your camera to catch all the cuteness! Prizes will be awarded for the most eggs found.

APRIL 21

EASTER BRUNCH 9:30AM - 1:00 PM

$29++ per adult $15++ per child under 12 Complimentary to childern under 5

The 24-hour cancellation policy will apply. No dinner service. Early seating times fill quickly. Please make your reservations now.

EASTER WEEKEND

INGREDIENTS8 ounce Baguette, cut into bite size pieces

4 large Shallots, quartered lengthwise

¾ cup Capers, drained

2 whole Lemons, washed and quartered lengthwise

¼ cup Olive Oil (plus more as needed for brushing)

to taste Kosher salt and ground black pepper

4 each 12 ounce whole chicken legs

Optional Assorted root vegetables

FEATURING: Meatloaf, Pot Roast, Chicken Pot Pie, Liver & Onions,

Spaghetti & Meatballs, etc.

Roast Chicken on Toasted Baguette with Capers & Charred Lemons

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DIRECTIONSPre-heat oven to 400 degrees.

On a large rimmed baking sheet toss the bread with the shallots, lemons and the olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.

Brush the chicken with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.

Arrange the chicken over the bread.

Roast the chicken for 50 minutes until the bread is crisp and an instant thermometer inserted in the chicken thigh reads 160 degrees.

Transfer the chicken, bread, lemons and capers to a platter and serve.

CHEF’S NOTE: I usually add root vegetables to the bread mixture (sliced carrots, turnips, parsnips and fingerling potatoes) for additional crunch and flavor. If doing so, you will want to peel and cut the vegetables uniformly and toss in olive oil with additional seasoning or wait for service and season as needed. I also experiment with other herbs to season the chicken with such as Herbs de Provence.

Serve this dish along with a green salad of Boston Bibb or arugula tossed with olive oil, sherry vinegar and pecorino Romano. A few turns of the peppermill… and there you go.

"Let the good times roll" all weekend in the Helm. Celebrate the foods of New Orleans and Mardi Gras with favorites like

Jambalaya, Beignets, Gumbo and more!

Reservations requested

FEBRUARY 28–MARCH 3

MARDI GRAS at the Beach

10 BANKS ROAD SOUND FRONT $3,895,000 5 BDR • 5.5 BATH

Exceptional sound front property located on over an acre, directly across the street from the ocean and situated on the end of a beautiful cul-de-sac road offering lots of privacy. This property offers the best in coastal living for those that love both boating and the beach! 5 bedrooms and 5 bath with unbelievable views. Second floor consists of 4 bedrooms each with a private bath and a den. Third floor features an open living, dining and kitchen area, a half bath and a master with a private bath, steam shower and office. Bulk headed lot with 15,000 lb boat lift for a 30 foot boat, elevator, 2 wet bars, gas fireplace, intercom system, cypress ceilings and mahogany siding. Sold furnished. Figure Eight Island Yacht Club warrant included.

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REAL ESTATE NEWS

JUDY PARLATORE • KIRRA SUTTON • JO EL SKIPPER

TOLL FREE: (800) 279.6085 LOCAL: (910) 686.4400 FAX: (910) 686.1174

EMAIL: judy@figure8island.com WEB: www.figure8island.com

REAL ESTATE NEWS

Prices subject to change, please visit us at figure8island.com for the latest sales information!

520 BEACH ROAD NORTH OCEAN FRONT $3,625,000 4 BDR • 3 FULL BATHS • 2 HALF BATHS

Beautiful ocean front home! The main house features open living, dining and kitchen with a separate den. The second floor features a spacious master suite with fireplace and large ocean front deck. Also on this level are two bedrooms and a full bath. A covered breezeway connects the main house to the carriage house which features a kitchen, living/dining combo, a secondary master and full bath plus a bonus space with 4 built-in twins and a half bath. Expansive Ipe decks with plenty of outdoor living space, elevator, landscaped backyard and many high-end finishes throughout. Figure Eight Island Yacht Club Warrant included.

PRICE CHANGE

25 PIPERS NECK SOUND FRONT $4,395,000 4 BDR • 4.5 BATH

Fantastic sound front home with sweeping water views of the ICWW from every room. Second level has 3 bedrooms with private baths, a den and office/study. The upper level features a spacious living room with fireplace which opens to the dining area and gourmet kitchen with top of the line appliances. This level also includes the master bedroom with large master bath. Great outdoor living space with just under 3000 square feet of decks for entertaining or simply soaking in the view. Other features include a bulk headed lot, pier and dock, exercise room and 4 car garage just to name a few. Sold furnished with some exclusions. Figure Eight Island Charter Membership included.

72 BEACH ROAD SOUTH OCEAN FRONT $2,675,000 4 BDR • 4 FULL BATHS

Ideal ocean front lot location on popular Beach Road South. Cottage features 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths and panoramic views of the ocean and sound. Enjoy this home and all that Figure Eight Island has to offer while you design the home of your dreams. Very unique lot location with stable dune structure that is well vegetated. Easy access to the tennis courts, boat ramp bike path and Figure Eight Island Yacht Club.

We are currently booking vacation rentals for 2019! Call or email us to make a reservation:(800) 279.6085 judy@figure8island.com

CONTACT INFORMATION YACHT CLUB OFFICE 910.686.0631YACHT CLUB FAX 910.686.2441FIGURE 8 BEACH HOMEOWNER’S ASSOCIATION 910.686.0635FIGURE 8 REALTY 910.686.4400GATEHOUSE & BRIDGE 910.686.7747

STAFF EMAIL ADDRESSES PETER GUSHANAS, General Manager, pgushanas@f8iyc.comJENNIFER CARTER, Food & Beverage Director, jcarter@f8iyc.comYVONNE HALL, Accounts Receivable, yhall@f8iyc.comSCOTT CHEATHAM, Maintenance Supervisor, scheatham@f8iyc.comCRAIG LABRECHE, Executive Chef, kitchen@f8iyc.comPAULA DURANT, Accounting Manager, pdurant@f8iyc.comJULIA WITCHEK, Director of Fitness, fitness@f8iyc.comJEFF KOHL, Director of Tennis, tennis@f8iyc.comMATTHEW A. L. SAYRE, Assistant Food & Beverage Director

msayre@f8iyc.com

2018-19 BOARD OF DIRECTORSFRANK GOLDEN, PresidentCARTER LAMBETH, Vice PresidentMIKE MURRAY, TreasurerKEN CAMERON, Secretary

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