40 years of Soggy Dollars

We missed this party, but judging by the crowd, we’re about the only ones that missed it. Soggy Dollar’s 40th anniversary.

“People came with a smile, received a smile and left with an even bigger smile,” Soggy Dollar owner Jerry O’Connell tells us. “Forty years is impressive. By some estimates, over 1.5 million Painkillers have been served at this tiny bar.”

The Soggy Dollar and Sandcastle Hotel was founded in 1970 by George and Marie Myrick. Now in their late 80’s, and living in Florida, they enjoyed the party via the SoggyCam.

“Not in my wildest dreams did I think it would last this long,” George says. “Long live the Soggy Dollar Bar.”

Proceeds from the party went to support Virgin Islands Search and Rescue and the Jost van Dykes Preservation Society.

Here’s a peak peek at the party from Captain John. Thanks Captain!

This entry was posted on Tuesday, July 27th, 2010 at 12:05 am and is filed under General News. You can follow any responses to this entry through the RSS 2.0 feed. You can leave a response, or trackback from your own site.

10 Responses to “40 years of Soggy Dollars”

stx2stj
July 27th, 2010 02:32
1

WOW! Sorry we missed it! Shaneek, beautiful as ever….BOZ? well what can you say, always a cutie!
Nancy B
July 27th, 2010 08:04
2

Fun! I spotted Foxy, Mic and Boz from the Beach Bar. Wish I had been there in person.
joe & Rachelle
July 27th, 2010 09:51
3

Love that Place ! Congrats Soggy Dollar (: Good to see Pirate Mic, & Bos Having fun without us ): Thanks for posting Capt. John !
RumShopRyan
July 27th, 2010 15:15
4

I checked out the webcam on the big day and the day after the big day. Super packed both days. Maybe a lot of people just slept in the hammocks over night and woke up with a painkiller. Good idea right?

Happy birthday Soggy…great video John.

Cheers!
Jeff McPherson
July 27th, 2010 16:23
5

Wow, amazing! An entire crew up here in New Hampshire sure wishes we were there.
Ruth
July 27th, 2010 17:41
6

Yikes, what a crowd! Thanks for taking the time to make that video for those of us who couldn’t make it, Captain John.
parker
July 27th, 2010 18:48
7

Does anyone else get creeped out by the fact that most people rarely use the facilities at Soggy Dollar?…..all the while drinking hours on end while sitting in the water.

Just curious,
Laura
July 27th, 2010 19:42
8

Fantastic video- thanks Captain John! Looks like it was a great party….. maybe we’ll make it for 41 next year.
Chicago Steve
July 27th, 2010 22:09
9

peek…
Kevin
August 2nd, 2010 07:43
10

Damn that looks crowded …. but fun!!!!


40 years of Soggy Dollars We missed this party, but judging by the crowd, we’re about the only ones that missed it. Soggy Dollar’s 40th anniversary. “People came with a smile, received a smile and left with an even bigger smile,” Soggy Dollar owner Jerry O’Connell tells us. “Forty years is impressive. By some estimates, over 1.5 million Painkillers have been served at this tiny bar.” The Soggy Dollar and Sandcastle Hotel was founded in 1970 by George and Marie Myrick. Now in their late 80’s, and living in Florida, they enjoyed the party via the SoggyCam. “Not in my wildest dreams did I think it would last this long,” George says. “Long live the Soggy Dollar Bar.” Proceeds from the party went to support Virgin Islands Search and Rescue and the Jost van Dykes Preservation Society. Here’s a peak peek at the party from Captain John. Thanks Captain! This entry was posted on Tuesday, July 27th, 2010 at 12:05 am and is filed under General News. You can follow any responses to this entry through the RSS 2.0 feed. You can leave a response, or trackback from your own site. 10 Responses to “40 years of Soggy Dollars” stx2stj July 27th, 2010 02:32 1 WOW! Sorry we missed it! Shaneek, beautiful as ever….BOZ? well what can you say, always a cutie! Nancy B July 27th, 2010 08:04 2 Fun! I spotted Foxy, Mic and Boz from the Beach Bar. Wish I had been there in person. joe & Rachelle July 27th, 2010 09:51 3 Love that Place ! Congrats Soggy Dollar (: Good to see Pirate Mic, & Bos Having fun without us ): Thanks for posting Capt. John ! RumShopRyan July 27th, 2010 15:15 4 I checked out the webcam on the big day and the day after the big day. Super packed both days. Maybe a lot of people just slept in the hammocks over night and woke up with a painkiller. Good idea right? Happy birthday Soggy…great video John. Cheers! Jeff McPherson July 27th, 2010 16:23 5 Wow, amazing! An entire crew up here in New Hampshire sure wishes we were there. Ruth July 27th, 2010 17:41 6 Yikes, what a crowd! Thanks for taking the time to make that video for those of us who couldn’t make it, Captain John. parker July 27th, 2010 18:48 7 Does anyone else get creeped out by the fact that most people rarely use the facilities at Soggy Dollar?…..all the while drinking hours on end while sitting in the water. Just curious, Laura July 27th, 2010 19:42 8 Fantastic video- thanks Captain John! Looks like it was a great party….. maybe we’ll make it for 41 next year. Chicago Steve July 27th, 2010 22:09 9 peek… Kevin August 2nd, 2010 07:43 10 Damn that looks crowded …. but fun!!!! Leave a Reply Name (required) Mail (will not be published) (required) Website Type what you see « The Cruz Bay Waterfront: What are your thoughts? Mosquito Magnet body count »	Home Restaurants and Menus Villas For Rent Real Estate Shop Boats & Charters About us Show only ... General News (1951) Recent Videos (438) Search	Advertisements VI Ecotours "Guided kayak, hike and snorkel tours" Ceremonies St. John "Wedding planning exclusively on St. John" Courtesy Car Rentals "Prompt, friendly, affordable." Island Getaways "Unforgettable vacations since 1996!" High Tide "Great Food, Live Music, On the Beach " Palm Tree Charters "You choose the cruise!" Ditleff Point "Waterfront Estates" Noah's Little Arks "Yellow boats are cool" St. John Spice "Spices, hot sauces, more!" Freebird Creations "Something for Everyone! " Lion in da' Sun "Get out on the water!" St. Johnimals "Island Pet Outfitter" Island Treasure Map "Grab a map, win a trip back" Mongoose Junction "Elegant shopping in a tropical setting!" Wet Woody's "A Captain, a First Mate and lots of fun!" ClassifiedVI.com "It's easy!" Carefree Getaways "Ask about their Villa Tours DVD" Grande Bay Fractional Ownership "Own a piece of paradise." R&I PATTON goldsmithing "St. John's original goldsmiths - since 1973" Destination St. John "Be treated like a VIP!" The Jolly Dog "At Skinny Legs" Caravan Gallery "A Global Collection of Exotic Gifts and Jewlery" Cruzin Away "Island hopping, snorkeling or fishing. Or, all three!" Shop "Island Style" "On Island or Online" Annie Caswell "Kissed by Fire Creations" Bougainvillea "Offering only the finest in tropical clothing" The Tap Room "Cold beer, cool place!" Cruz Bay Watersports "All things watersports!" Cruz Bay Realty "Family owned since 1985" Bongo Bongo "St. John's most over-exposed villa"
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