Good morning Everyone,

Here's the press release of today on the great success this past weekend.

All Aboard Against Breast Cancer Events at Snook Bight Raise $70,000 for
Breast Cancer Awareness

(Fort Myers Beach, Fla. – November 11, 2009) –Snook Bight Yacht Club & Marina and Bayfront Bistro surpassed its fundraising goal by raising $70,000 for the Southwest Florida Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure at the inaugural All Aboard Against Breast Cancer event held last weekend.

The All Aboard Against Breast Cancer festivities kicked off in October with Bayfront Bistro's signature “Cocktails for the Cure� offering. For each custom beverage concoction purchased by diners at the award winning restaurant, four dollars was added to the Komen donation.

On Nov. 6, the All Aboard Against Breast Cancer weekend opened with a wine dinner and auction that offered attendees the opportunity to bid on exclusive items such as ACE Group Classic Pro Am positions, cruises and in-home dinners prepared by Bayfront Bistro Executive Chef Marbin Guzman Avilez Sr. or Angelina's Chef Nick Costanzo. The big winner for the night was a dinner for 20 with Bayfront Bistro Chef Marbin in the winning bidder's home. When this item went for $6000 Joe Yerkes placed a second one on the block which fetched $4500. The excitement grew as Yerkes added artwork off of the walls to the auction block bringing 3 new items and $11,500 to the Komen kitty. I thought he was going to sell the bar stools out from under me commented Mike Wilke, Bayfront’s General Manager.

The festivities continued the next day with a boat show held in partnership with Marine Max and waterside festival open to the public. The scores of area residents that came also enjoyed live music by The Eric Stone Band, All Aboard Cocktail for the Cure BBQ Extravaganza, boat show and a silent auction and raffle.

The best thing about these events was that it gave not only our team, but our partners and customers the opportunity to get involved in supporting this important cause says Joe Yerkes, President of Snook Bight Yacht Club & Marina and Bayfront Bistro. “The Komen affiliate board and I are already looking forward to the second annual event next year.�

Yerkes will present the Southwest Florida Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure board with its donation next month.

Komen Event Success!

Good afternoon everyone,

Well, the All Aboard Aainst Breast Cancer charity event is over and what a great success it was. Thanks to all that made such generous contributions. Imaging, over $97,000 was raised and after expenses we are giving over $75,000 to the Susan G Komen Foundation supporting the fight against breast cancer. We are so proud of these results and this is now the second largest event donation of Komen's annual efforts. Only surpassed by the Walk-A-Thon.

n Friday night Bayfront Bistro was alive with 150 folks enjoying a 5 course gourmet's delight prepared by Chef marbin and his great team. Following dinner a live auction raised over $70,000! Here are some pics from this great night.

So it was a great night! The following day it ws BBQ and Beer and live band on the Promenade!

The marina is really busy these days and the storage building is 75% full now. Lots of new customers to welcome!

It's going to be a busy season here at Snook Bight Yacht Club & Marina.

Sushi Bar opens November 13th on the Promenade. Come in and sample James' fare.

Safe boating.

Joe

Cocktails For The Cure

Good morning Everyone,


Things are really heating up her as we approach season. The Breast Cancer Awareness campaign is in full swing at Bayfront Bistro and Snook Bight. We're donating $4.00 of every fancy drink sale to "Susan G Komen For The Cure" and what a success it has been already. We are nearly sold out of our initial order of 400 glasses and have ordered another 600.

Here's a portion of our latest press release.

"Bayfront Bistro Offers Signature Cocktails for the Cure in October

Portion of profits from creative concoctions to benefit Susan G. Komen Foundation

(Fort Myers Beach, Fla. – October 7, 2009) – Bayfront Bistro, an award-winning waterfront restaurant in Fort Myers Beach, located at Snook Bight Yacht Club and Marina, announces a special lineup of signature cocktails in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
“We wanted to come up with a fun and creative way to support this important cause and take part in Snook Bight’s ‘All Aboard Against Breast Cancer’ events,� said Joe Yerkes, owner of Snook Bight and the Bayfront Bistro. “By offering signature drinks, we’re not only getting involved, but giving our customers an opportunity to get involved every time they dine with us.�
Four dollars from each drink sale will be contributed to the Susan G. Komen Foundation. Each drink comes in specially-designed hurricane glass commemorating Snook Bight’s “All Aboard Against Breast Cancer� events and will be available exclusively in October for Breast Cancer Awareness month. The menu includes:

· Pink Lemonade: Raspberry Vodka, Fresh Lemon Juice, Simple Syrup, Cranberry Juice
· Sunset Mojito: Light Rum, Fresh Mint, Lemon, Lime, Orange, Pineapple, Soda, Splash Pineapple Juice
· Pixie Stick: Vodka, Melon Liqueur, Lemonade, Lemon-Lime, Splash Sprite
· Pom-Arita: Tequila, Pomegranate Liqueur, Lemon-Lime, Sprite
· Pink Paradise: Malibu, Amaretto, Pineapple & Cranberry Juice
In addition to offering signature cocktails, Bayfront Bistro will host a benefit wine dinner and live auction on Friday, November 6 as part of Snook Bight’s Boat Show and Waterside Festival.

The festival continues the next day with a complimentary event open to the public on Saturday, November 7, at the marina. Waterside activities include a boat show, in-water boat show and demonstrations by Sea Ray Yachts, as well as hands-on demonstrations of all-new piloting systems from MerCruiser.
Live music will be performed throughout the day by The Eric Stone Band along with the signature “All Aboard Cocktail for the Cure,� BBQ Extravaganza, and a silent auction and raffle.
A portion of the dinner and all proceeds from the auctions and raffles and chance drawings will also benefit the Susan G. Komen foundation."

Dinner spaces on Friday evening are filling up fast so if you are interested in attending please call or e-mail today. Seating is limited to 150 and we are over 50% booked already.

Help us fight this awful disease by participating in our fund raising drive.

Thank you.

Joe

Summer's Almost Over!

Good Day to Everyone,

We are about to launch into season here and there are so many exciting things to tell you about. Mostly about charity and our plans. Let's start with October. It's Breast Cancer Awareness month and we are doing our part. All month long Snook Bight will donate $10.00 from every boat rental to Susan G Komen For The Cure Afilliate. Do your part and rent a boat this month! Also, Bayfront Bistro is offering a special glass designed especially for the event. Buy any special drink like your favorite Mojito and we'll donate $4.00 to the cause. Same price to you so just get in the mood and join us at the bar. You get to keep the glass!

It's all happening at Bayfront Bistro. On the 15th of the month we'll launch our new wine list. More that 200 new wines and all of the prices are dropping dramatically. Now you can have that great cabernet without a second mortgage. Seriously. The prices on many wines are dropping as much as 150%! About the same time we will introduce the new menu. New selections added to all your favorites. And Prime Rib every day!

That not enough! Ok. On or about October 22 we will open the new Sushi Bar on the Promenade. The bar is now renovated and ready to go and our Sushi Chef starts in two weeks. Downstairs, waterside, casual, sushi and all the menu from upstairs. Every night!

On November 6/7 we'll be auctioning many wonderful items. Included will be two different cruise packages on our newest resident, a 100' houseboat with 5 bedrooms and a hot tub. Ya gotta see it to believe it!

Want to be a part of it all. Reserve a table at the dinner on the 6th and join in the fun all day on the 7th. www.allaboardfest.org to reserve a table and learn all about this important event.

See you soon. Safe Boating.

Summer Livin In Paradise

Well, here we are in the heat of summer. Steamy and quiet best describe our August time but the boating is great now. It's quiet on the water and the fish are jumpin into the boats. It's amazing the work we have going on here considering we only opened in November. Our team are busy painting and fixing around the property while we continue to have a steady stream of vacationers for boat rentals.

The storage building is filling up fast now with about 65% of the racks occuppied. Our Platinum Concierge Service continues to please and our crew are getting great reviews from our customers for their attention to detail.

Rick O'Shea has recently taken on the position of Acting Service Manager and things have never been so good. Rick has brought his skills and experience to bear and our production has increased ten fold. Many customers have walked in with problems and our mechanics have been able to resolve the issues quickly.

Bayfront Bistro continues to delight with so many special dishes. Chef Marvin has a real creative flair and it has been acknowledged so may times in reviews and from customers. Check out Trip Advisor.com. Just search on Bayfront Bistro. 170 reviews!!

Last month Bayfront Bistro won 5 of 10 awards at Taste of The Beach. Thousands came out to sample dishes prepared by chefs from many of the restaurants in the area. Included was a Chef's Competition ion which BB won two of the three awards, Best Appetizer and Best Entree. A great job by Chef Marvin, Sous Chef Kevin and all the staff.

Plans are underway to introduce the Sushi Bar in October and tables are being added on the bridge to take care of the long wait we experienced last season. It will be a great season at the restaurant witht the new waterfont grond level bar and sushi and the wonderful new wine list that will be introduced shortly. Chef Marvin is gearing up with many new menu items as well.

So, if you're in the area come along and enjoy the leisurely style of summer on the beach and we look forward to having you.

Safe Boating
Joe

Morning Blog

Good morning Everyone,

Well, it may be frigid up North but we are freezing here as well. In the 30s this morning. The good news is, as always, we'll see 65 today and 75 tomorrow. One day last week it was 96 degrees warmer here than in Chicago! Beautiful blue sky today and calm seas now that the wind has died.

It's been all about the restaurant for a couple of weeks now. On Thursday last week we had our first of three private opening parties for friends and neighbors. Great time was had by all I am happy and proud to say. Over 150 each night and on Sunday we opened to the public to a packed house! Here's a few photos for you to enjoy.

Check out the menu at http://www.bayfrontbistro.com/.

Season is cranking up now and there's lots of activity around the marina with members comings, goings and enjoying the member clubroom faciilities. Our docks are again filling up as people are realizing we are open and construction is over. Short term and long term slip renters are enjoying the new facilities, especially the heated pool and BBQ deck.

The rental boat business is usually an indicator of the economy but it seems we are still bucking the tide. In December business was up 20% and in January we are sure to finish at least 50% ahead of each of the past two years! Our boats are the best and you can enjoy a wonderful day out on the beaches or just cruising the area watching the Dolphins play.

Congratulations to Kim DeGuerre. Kim is our Ship Store/Retail manager and she won the 2008 Employee of the Year Award for her outstanding dedication and service throughout the year.

Well, busy busy so have to go. Stop in for happy hour and have a drink before dinner. The Lolly Pop Lamb Chops are incredible and the Sweetfire Shrimp appetizer is amazing!

Happy and safe boating!

Joe

2009!

Good Day Everyone,

Well, it's 2009. What a year it has been here. First let me wish everyone who takes the time to read these blogs a very happy and prosperous new year from all of us here at Snook Bight Yacht Club & Marina and Bayfront Bstro.

The restaurant is looking really spectacular now. It is going to be so special and beyond your imagination! We will open for our first night of food, wine and entertainment on the 18th of this month. You can check out the menu on line at www.bayfrontbistro.com. Make a reservation now for Valentine's Day. We're filling up fast for that special night. You can also call 239-463-FOOD and speak directly to the staff.

Gas prices dropped like a rock for 2 months but, as we all know, they are back on the rise. Marina price today is $2.649 and that is the lowest on the beach at the moment. The prices are changing very fast now and it all depends on the day we buy but we are trying hard to maintain our price advantage. Diesel is also changing often. Today we are $2.67

Boat Rental business was crazy over the holiday and I am delighted to say that we had a nice increase over the same peiod last year which is a good return to our usual monthly increases over previous years. Maybe folks are starting to gain confidence in the economy again.

Looking for a home for your boat? We would love to have you here and our dry storage can take anything up to 45' in length so give Jill a call and discuss our lease and purchase options.

Time to get back to work. Lots of to do to get the restaurant ready! Hope to see you soon.

Joe