Tuesday, November 3, 2026
Members watch the Change of Watch ceremony down in the Courtyard from the Burgee Bar veranda.
The weather cooperated with a perfect, balmy evening to enjoy the event. (From left) John and Lindsey DeMeo, and Elena and Michael McFann.
Past Commodore Henry Stanley swore in 2025 Commodore Tom Morrison.
Commodore Morrison led members in a toast to MIYC’s first Commodore, Don Mills, who, sadly, died that morning, just shy of his 100th birthday.
(Front row from left) Past Commodore Henry Stanley, Commodore Tom Morrison, Denise Morrison, Jan Rich. (Back row from left) Vice Commodore Cindy Kroeger, Greg Kroeger, Rear Commodore Jim Rich.
(From left) Don Deganutti, Jo Jo Mueller, Richard Mueller, Kim Whitman, Alan Whitman, Lisa Gill, M.A. Harlacker, Mike Gill, Mike Jacobson, Janice Jacobson.
Members danced the night away to the tunes of Kelly & Shelly at the 2025 Commodore’s Ball.
The Marco Island Yacht Club (MIYC) celebrated a night of tradition and elegance at the annual Commodore’s Ball, held at the newly renovated MIYC Clubhouse on February 15. The distinguished event marked the official Change of Watch ceremony and the swearing-in of the new Commodore, Tom Morrison, for the 2025 term.
The evening began with a joyful cocktail reception at the Burgee Bar, where members and guests gathered to toast the occasion. Cocktails were followed by the Change of Watch ceremony, welcoming Commodore Morrison as he took the helm for the upcoming year.
After the ceremonial proceedings, attendees enjoyed a gourmet dinner in the upstairs dining room, where exquisite cuisine and fine company provided everything necessary for a memorable evening. Following dinner, guests took to the dance floor, moving to the music of Naples’ renowned duo, Kelly & Shelly. Their dynamic performance kept the energy high and the celebration in full swing.
The MIYC Commodore’s Ball continues to be one of the premier events of the year, celebrating the club’s leadership and fostering the spirit of the boating community.
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