Jefferson Yacht Club

06/08/2026

06/08/2026

2026 Blessing of the Fleet!
This weekend, we held the 68th annual Blessing of the Fleet - a time honor traditional start to the summer. Thanks to SCS Mayor Kip Walby, City Council Members, the Macomb County Sheriff's Office Marine Division and everyone who joined us. Also big thank you to Watermark Bar & Grille for hosting us.

04/30/2026

May is the time to join the Jefferson Yacht Club! We're running a spring promotion. Between our amazing pool, pavilion, restaurant and bar, we're the best kept secret on the Nautical Mile. Come find out why.

04/24/2026

Please join us for the upcoming Sip & Shop on April 30th ! We have so many vendors and while we're a private club, we're opening this one to the public. You'll also get a sneak peak of our Spring Promotion if you're interested in joining our amazing club!

Gypsy-Junk Michigan
Belledine's Barbecue Sauce
Honey Help
Olivia Scott
All That Glitters & More
https://www.facebook.com/gtsauceco

02/03/2026

Introducing the 2026 Commodore!

Welcome to Jefferson Yacht Club, where you can enjoy our family vibe with your fellow members along with the perks of a private club! A place where there is always a familiar face at the pool or the tiki bar, and the bartender greets you with a smile and your drink as you take a seat!

Our members also enjoy a wide range of entertainment events, fundraisers and holiday parties, from bands and DJs to comedy shows and dueling pianos. We also keep the kids entertained with holiday parties, movie nights, poolside games and more! And there is absolutely no better pool and tiki bar in the city!

Our family of members care for our community too! We regularly host and support a variety of charitable events, from animal rescues to Toys for Tots.

I'm proud to represent the JYC membership as Commodore and encourage you to drop by and see why we say, "JYC is the place to be!".

Warm regards,

Sue VanSteelandt, Commodore

01/14/2026

Feeling the mid‑winter blues after the holidays? ⛵❄️
Shake off the post‑holiday slump and come warm up with us at Jefferson Yacht Club!

Winter doesn’t have to be quiet—we’ve packed the season with great events to keep you laughing, competing, and connecting, including:
🎤 Comedy Night
🎹 Dueling Pianos
🧠 Trivia Nights
🎯 Darts Nights
…and plenty more on the horizon!

Whether you’re looking for a fun night out, a chance to meet new friends, or a community to be part of all year long, this is your sign to join the club. The memories don't stop when summer ends—around here, they’re just getting started.

Come see what makes JYC the place to be this winter. Call us at 586-773-0404 or email us at [email protected]

Your seat is waiting!

11/21/2025

🖤They said….”heck-yahhhhhh!” to the gorgeous faux fur coat and winter wonderland poncho!
🖤Both purchased at last night’s Gypsy Pop-Up at The Jefferson Yacht Club!!!

11/21/2025

What an amazing event last night!

Dear Gypsies,

It’s not a cliche’ to say that Angels walk amongst us! Last night, we witnessed them in full, take-charge action!!!

The Gypsy Aunt Joyce, drove over to be a part of this fun event at The Jefferson Yacht Club!!! ——Because of her unfamiliarity of the area, the darkness, road construction and, her spunky young age of 90.5, she called up and was lost!!!

Upon hearing this, these two Caseville/St. Clair Shores/Rochester Gypsies, whom I’ve know for years of shopping with me, said….we’re very familiar with the area—-WE’LL GO GET HER! Borrowing my phone, to keep in constant contact with The Aunt, they set off on foot, WALKING DOWN JEFFERSON until they made contact with her!!!!

Jumping in her car & bringing her (smiling) to the Event was priceless!!!

❤️These two Gypsies will forever be my heroes and Angels, in my and my families book!!!

Thank you for the kindness,
Gyps and Aunt Joyce!

08/22/2025

Meet the Jefferson Yacht Club First Mate’s President, Chantal Stripling!

Chantal has been a JYC member since 2013. She joined the First Mates in 2015 and became President in 2024. Her husband, Kevin, was on the JYC board and became Rear Commodore. Chantal retired from the Detroit Public Schools in 2020 and has since been nannying for a few families.

She loves her dogs, Pudge and Stormi; and her cats, Peach, Finn & Black Kitty. In addition to serving on the First Mates, she helps run the clothing closet with Laura Dawson and teaches a pool workout at the club!

First Mates President Duties include:
- Overseeing meetings to plan fund-raising activities for the Club
- Helping to set the Goal and Vision of these club activities
- Presiding over committee meetings, managing discussions and ensuring productive outcomes
- Serving as the primary representative of the First Mates committee

What the Committee Does:
- Organizes and hosts club social functions such as themed parties, game nights, and holiday events
- Plans fund-raising activities for club improvements
- Purchases items for the clubhouse or grounds
- Plans vendor nights
- Promotes the general good fellowship of the JYC
- Plans raffles
- Meets monthly

First Mates Committee Members:
- Laura Dawson, co- vice president
- Marilyn Mullins, co- vice president
- Donna LeFever, Treasurer
- Adrienne Barron, Secretary
- Cindi Bettini Engelbrink
- Trish Hendry
- Doe Lee
- Debbie Lopiccolo
- Linda Martin
- Jes Mozer
- Cheryl Koepsell Ross
- April Schllig
- Dee Smith

08/12/2025

Meet our Fleet and Fleet Captain, Darla Rossini!

What our Fleet Group Does
🚤 Organizes Group Boating Activities
- Plans outings like day cruises or raft-ups
- Coordinates weekend outings like rendezvous at marinas and yacht clubs
- Hosts a dinghy poker run
- Celebrates the start of boating season with a Blessing of the Fleet

🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Fosters Social Connections
- Brings together members who share a love of boating
- Hosts dockside gatherings, BBQs, themed parties, and informal meetups
- Celebrates Football Sundays

📅 Schedules Events & Cruises
- Creates a seasonal calendar of boating excursions
- Often includes land-based events for non-boating members too

🛟 Promotes Safety & Seamanship
- Shares best practices for safe boating
- May offer informal training or invite guest speakers
- Encourages responsible boating and mutual support on the water

🏆 Fun Competitions & Awards
- Organizes light-hearted races or scavenger hunts on the water
- Competes in the Commodore’s Cup Cardboard Regatta
- Keeps the spirit fun and inclusive, not overly competitive