THE ART OF THE SEASON CLOSING PARTY
Imagine sailing around the world with your friends while enjoying a curated menu featuring delicacies from various ports of call without having to leave the Frenchman’s Creek Community. On April 26, 2025, members will be able to embark on a specially-themed evening, “Cruising into Summer,” and celebrate a memorable season at the upcoming Season Closing Party. “We will be exploring food selections from ports in different continents around the world,” explained Daniel Low. “For example, with themed food stations highlighting a variety of global cuisine dishes, there is something for everybody.” From setting a date and theme, to decorations and ambiance, to staffing logistics and entertainment, the “Cruising into Summer” theme was decided upon several months ago. “The planning phase began by meeting with the committee,” Low said, noting the committee decided upon the theme and he and his team expanded upon the idea and began their process of careful planning and execution.
With Executive Chef Tim Recher finalizing the menu, Low has met the goal to capitalize on giving everyone a sense of cultural cuisine from around the world. Although he did not share specific details about the food, its locations or table décor and other decorations, he did eagerly reveal “there will be a great half-time show where we are traveling to a country in South America.” The logistics behind planning this type of event are massive to execute. In addition to ongoing meetings with the committee, Low is working with engineering to confirm power sources, generators, lighting, and electrical needs for all equipment. “We need refrigeration, heat lamps, and then we have to plan the logistics of the overall layout and table placements aka “suites,” he said. “The party will be held in parking lot West, so we think about the flow of traffic, and where to place the stage for visibility.” In cruise ship terms, Low said, staff needs will be all hands on deck, followed by involving the Security team for safety and valet operations for car and golf cart parking considerations. Not to be missed is the entertainment, which is a live band noted for its mix of cool rhythms and elegant stage presence. Le Clique, a member favorite, will be back. Season Opening and Closing Parties typically draw 300 to 350 members in attendance—Low is aiming for a record number this year. “We want to have the entire community come together to give them a sense of delight, giddy excitement and awe at the end of this remarkable season, with laughter filling the air, making even the smallest moment feel like something extraordinary,” Low said.
The committee co-chairs are Phyllis Shustak and Linda Robbins.
“The idea of bringing everyone together for a night filled with live music, dancing, upscale cuisine and elegant decor is very exciting!” Phyllis Shustak said. “It is going to be a truly memorable evening where friends and neighbors all come together as we celebrate the Season’s successes in style, making for an unforgettable night for the entire community.” Low reinforced Shustak’s enthusiasm, adding “I am thrilled of the committee’s commitment and collaboration to make this event so successful. Phyllis Shustak has shared many incredible, creative ideas.”
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