THE LEGEND BALLENISLES
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East Course 17th Hole Photo Courtesy of Paulette Martin
CLUB
SPRING/SUMMER
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DIRECTORY Contacts 625.5747 775.4753 775.4749 625.5703 775.4730 625.5750 625.5764 625.5737 775.4778 625.5736 775.4777 625.5742 249.5818 627.3372 775.4763 625.5761 625.5772 625.5715 622.0220 625.2637 625.2625 625.2623 775.4770 622.6501 775.4734 625.5707 625.5733
Chris Card – General Manager Vicki Friedman – Executive Assistant Gregory Jolliff – Executive Chef Altin Zemblaku – Clubhouse Manager Pat Saylor – Director of Catering Jeff Fitzherbert – Director of Golf Shawn Costello – Head Golf Professional Gary Myers – Director of Agronomy Michelle Doherty – Director of the Sports Complex Frank Swope – Director of Tennis Operations Trish Faulkner – Director of Tennis Brian Merbler – Director of Marketing Becky Collison – Director of Communications Rosie Slocum – Director of Membership Pam Lawler – Membership Manager Geoffrey Fisher – Director of Finance Jackie Medford – Director of Human Resources Accounting Clubhouse Main Number Gray Physical Therapy, Inc. – Physical Therapy Cosmo & Company – Spa & Salon at BallenIsles Fitness Center Golf Tee Times Golf Shop Pilates Studio Tennis Shop Reservations – Dining & Social Events
BALLEN ISLES COUNTRY
CLUB
100 BallenIsles Circle Palm Beach Gardens, Florida 33418 phone: 561.622.0220 fax: 561.626.3941 web: www.ballenisles.org
Distinguished Emerald Club Award
2015/2016 Board of Directors Gary Widett, President Jack Cook Gerard Ciccio Richard Cuccioli
Leslie Fagenson Steve Funk Robert Naftaly
Welcome New Members Hanna Faddoul Jeffrey & Gina Freis David & Robin Gelles Brenda Levy Helen Powers
Lawrence & Elaine Rothenberg Lorrie Scherline Michael & Sandra Weber Leslie & Harris Wildstein
Dining Hours of Operation Hours Subject to Change.
MORNING
Bistro 105 Clubhouse
Daily Saturday, Sunday, Holidays
7:00 am - 11:00 am 7:00 am - 10:00 am
A La Carte Menu Bagels & Newspapers
Daily Tuesday - Sunday Daily
11:00 am - 2:30 pm 2:30 pm - 5:30 pm 11:00 am - 2:30 pm
A La Carte Bar Menu Lunch Buffet
Tuesday - Sunday Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday Fridays & Sundays See Calendar Pages
5:30 pm - 8:30 pm 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
A La Carte Menu, Nightly Specials & Express Menu Dinner Buffet, A La Carte Menu,Full Buffet, Grande Soup & Salad Varies: Traditional, Seafood, Themed Dinners (A La Carte Menu not available) Fine Dining
Tuesday - Sunday Monday Tuesday - Friday & Sunday
11:00 am - 8:30 pm 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm 12:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Tuesday - Sunday Daily
2:30 pm - 5:30 pm 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm
LUNCH
Bistro 105 Main Dining Room DINNER
Bistro 105 Main Dining Room Fine Dining BEVERAGES
Bistro Bar Harry’s Bar HAPPY HOUR
Bistro Bar Harry’s Bar
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Two for One: House Wines, Beer, “Call” Liquors, Half Price Appetizer Menu Two for One: House Wines, Beer, “Call” Liquors with complimentary Hors d’oeuvres
CLUB INFO A Successful Club is Predicated on People Chris Card General Manager The success of a private country club is predicated on people – Members who are ready and willing to make a difference and contribute to a positive Club experience. At this time of year, at the very height of season, BallenIsles shines in this regard. I would like to thank those Members who dedicate their valuable time to governance roles on the Board, offer advice on committees, volunteer their energy towards admirable philanthropic efforts, or support Club events and activities with great enthusiasm. Once again this year, President’s Week was one of the true highlights of our season. The holiday break was packed with entertainment, enjoyed by members’ families and guests of all ages. Based on your positive reviews, a real crowd pleaser was the Mad Science presentation which featured an engaging mix of interactive science projects and comedy. Adults and children alike were thoroughly amused and enthralled by the various chemical reactions exhibited and showmanship of the Science Professor. It was a great time had by all! Many thanks to all of those members who participated in the 2015 Annual Membership Survey. The results are being analyzed in extensive detail and those areas where improvements are needed are being thoroughly reviewed. Based on our initial findings, we have already started developing specific action plans to address certain areas. Your opinion and feedback is a constructive process that is extremely valuable for practical operational evaluation and adjustments. Thank you again for all the helpful suggestions you have shared with us. We continue to drive our integrated marketing plan with the Community Association, targeting the best opportunities to share BallenIsles with the world beyond our gates. A series of strategically targeted online ads, print ads and TV commercials along with public relations and social media efforts are also an important part of our marketing plan. The creative elements of each marketing tool in the mix are consistent with an upscale and cohesive BallenIsles brand identity. Our goal is to drive awareness and interest in the community as a whole. Through paid and earned media activities, we are also aiming to provide you, our membership, with the tools to act as
Len Yohay, Lauren Dowd-Shedlock, Chris Card & Bob Langer At a breakfast function held at the Bistro hosted by Chris Card, and chaired by Leonard Yohay, a brief review was provided to those attendees by Bob Langer regarding his interviews with the Ballenisles World War II Veterans, filmed and edited by Lauren Down-Shedlock of BICA. Mr. Langer advised that he had solicited the United States Library of Congress to accept this extraordinary film for its archives, and in addition, has been advised that Senator Marco Rubio will be sending a personal letter of congratulations to those BallenIsles WW II Veterans who so bravely and unselfishly gave of their service to our nation. The filmed tribute to the BallenIsles World War II Veterans may be viewed on your community Channel 63.
effective ambassadors for your Club lifestyle. There is no marketing strategy or advertising placement more effective than a personal testimonial or word of mouth endorsement by a Member sharing their memorable Club moments with a prospective homeowner. Like I said in the beginning, the success of a Club is predicated upon people. Thank you for telling your friends about BallenIsles, inviting them to the Club as your guests and always remembering to remind them, that while it’s a great place to visit, BallenIsles is an even better place to live!
Meet the Candidates Night Monday, March 7 7:00 pm | Main Dining Room
Clubhouse Renovation Workshop Monday, March 21 6:30 pm | Main Dining Room
Annual Membership Meeting Monday, March 28 7:00 pm | Main Dining Room Annual Meeting, Board Election Vote Results
Clubhouse Renovation Step One Vote Results Monday, April 11 7:00 pm | Main Dining Room Vote to authorize the use of Club funds to complete full construction drawings and guaranteed maximum pricing. BALLENISLES COUNTRY CLUB
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DINING & SOCIAL Dining Delights Altin Zemblaku Clubhouse Manager Be sure to mark your calendars for our upcoming dining and social events including our Seder Dinners, Easter Breakfast with the Bunny, Mother’s Day Brunch & Memorial Day BBQ. We hope these events will provide many memorable experiences for you, your family and friends. For Reservations please call 561.625.5733 or submit a Reservation Request Form if required.
Club Night Saturdays, March 19 & April 2 6:30 pm - 10:00 pm | Grille Room Dancing and Entertainment Menu Choice of Soup or Salad, Choice of EntrĂŠe, Dessert Jackets Preferred $60.00 per person Reservation Request Form Required
Wine Social Fridays, March 4, April 1 & May 6 5:30 - 8:30 pm | Main Dining Room Enjoy wine and food stations. Open Seating, Club Casual $36.00 per person
Lobster Fest Dinner Buffet Fridays, March 25, April 8 & May 13 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm | Main Dining Room $49.00 per person
Trivia Night
Traditional Dinner
Sunday, March 20 5:30 pm: Dinner in the Main Dining Room 7:00 pm: Trivia Challenges Games Begin
Fridays, March 18 & May 20 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm |Main Dining Room
Enjoy an evening of brain teasing fun!
$25.00 per person
$33.00 per person
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DINING & SOCIAL
Breakfast with the Easter Bunny Saturday, March 26 9:00 am | Main Dining Room
Passover Seder Dinner
Easter show, egg hunt and breakfast.
Friday, April 22 & Saturday, April 23 6:30 pm | Main Dining Room
$52.00 per adult, $14.00 per child (Ages 4 - 12) Complimentary for children ages 3 and under
$52.00 per adult, $14.00 per child (Ages 4 - 12) Complimentary for children ages 3 and under
Easter Brunch
Reservation Request Forms are accepted beginning March 11 and is available at the Clubhouse Reception Desk and online at www.ballenisles.org.
Sunday, March 27 11:00 am - 3:00 pm | Main Dining Room $52.00 per adult, $14.00 per child (ages 4 - 12) Complimentary for children ages 3 and under
Annual Summer Kick-Off Party Saturday, April 9 7:00 pm | Clubhouse Enjoy cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, dancing, entertainment and open bar all night. Members only, cub casual attire
Mother’s Day Brunch Sunday, May 8 11:00 am - 3:00 pm | Main Dining Room $52.00 per adult, $14.00 per child (ages 4 - 12) Complimentary for children ages 3 and under Reservations begin Sunday, March 27
$42.00 per person Call for reservations, open seating BALLENISLES COUNTRY CLUB
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SOCIAL & CLUBS
Family Memorial Day BBQ
2016 Grant Awards
Monday, May 30 11:00 am - 3:00 pm | Bistro 105
2016 was a record-breaking fundraising year for the BallenIsles Charities Foundation thanks to the generous support of our resident donors and Corporate Sponsors. On February 24th, we will award $400,000 in grants, a 38% increase over last year, to 34 local organizations including nine who are new to the Foundation. In just five short years, we will have awarded $1,265,000 in grants to 51 organizations who are Making a Difference in the lives of many in our local community. Our Foundation helps fund very important programs which these award recipients are either initiating or continuing to maintain in Palm Beach Gardens, West Palm Beach and other nearby towns.
$14.00 per adult, $8.00 per child (ages 4 - 12) Complimentary for children ages 3 and under A la carte menu is also available Reservations begin Monday, April 18
Below is a brief description of the projects your contributions have funded over our first five years. By any account or description, each of us can feel that we are Making a Difference in our local community.
Father’s Day Dinner Sunday, June 19 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm | Main Dining Room $24.00 per adult, $12.00 per child (ages 4 - 12) Complimentary for children ages 3 and under Reservations begin Sunday, May 8
Independence Day BBQ Dinner Buffet Monday, July 4 5:30 pm | Main Dining Room Full BBQ Dinner Buffet, DJ, Balloon Artist $30.00 per adult, $12.00 per child (ages 4 - 12) Complimentary for children ages 3 and under Reservations begin Monday, May 23
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Adopt-A-Family of the Palm Beaches: School uniforms, backpacks & classroom supplies for children in need Allamanda Elementary School: Funding to build classroom libraries Alzheimer’s Community Care: Family Nurse Consultant Program to provide free in home consulting services to families in Northern Palm Beach County who need help in understanding available resources for Alzheimer family members Be A Star Foundation: Chemo Duck to the Rescue Program for children with cancer Boys & Girls Clubs of Palm Beach County: Stimulated Minds: Science, Technology, Engineering & Math after-school program Busch Wildlife Sanctuary: Environmental Education Programs Caridad Center: Pediatric dental clinic support to underprivileged children who have no dental care Children’s Home Society of Florida: One month of residential services for mother and child in a transition home Clinics Can Help: Breath of Life Program & Adaptive Strollers for severely disabled children; Construction of children’s medical area Dwight D Eisenhower Elementary School: iPad Docking Cart & iPads for literacy support & funding for a variety of requests for deaf & hard of hearing (DHH) program; Emergent Big Books Program Feeding South Florida: BackPack Program (weekend food for a child) for Grove Park Elementary School in PBG Feed The Hungry: Funding to help acquire, transport & store nutritious food supplies for their food pantry
BICF
First Tee of the Palm Beaches: Values Oriented After School Program wrapped around teaching golf Grandma’s Place: Funding for an emergency shelter to provide 24/7 & 365 days a year support for up to 16 children who have been removed from their families Gratitude House: Mother and Infants in Treatment Together Program, which helps Mothers deliver a drug free baby Habitat for Humanity of Palm Beach County: Building supplies for Seminole Ridge Construction Academy students to build a Habitat House H.A.C.E.R. Ministry: Hispanics in Action for Community Education & Rehabilitation: Funding for 4800 pounds of food for their food pantry Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies Coalition: Breast Fed is Best Fed Program: Funding to acquire breast pumps for loan to disadvantaged mothers Homeless Coalition of Palm Beach County: Beds for Kids: Funding to purchase single beds for children in the permanent housing arranged for homeless families Hospice of Palm Beach County: Camp SeaStar Children’s Bereavement Program Inlet Grove Community High School: After school reading program Jack the Bike Man, Inc.: Wheels of Hope Loggerhead Marinelife Center: Rehabilitation Hospital Medical Equipment & Supplies and Beach Stretcher for rescue & release of large turtles National Alliance on Mental Illness of Palm Beach County: Funding for printing an information & referral pamphlet on mental health resources in Palm Beach County
National Council of Jewish Women Palm Beach Section: Kids Community Closet Palm Beach County Food Bank: Summer Weekend Nutrition Program: Ten pound food packs to help feed an entire family over the weekend Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office: Canine Protection Vests Palm Beach Gardens Recreation Department: BallenIsles Performance Series: cultural program, which is free for PBG residents at veterans plaza (Shakespeare series in January) Palm Beach Gardens Elementary School: Lunch Bunch Book Club iPads & Books in Bloom classroom library books Palm Beach Gardens Fire Department: Fully automated rescue vehicle stretcher, pediatric training rescue simulator, & a live fire simulator; Unmanned aerial vehicle
Palm Beach Gardens High School: Financial Assistance for Title 1 Students to attend the College Tour Program Palm Beach Gardens Police Department: CSI equipment & a supply of various sized car seats to allow officers to install for disadvantaged PBG residents; All terrain vehicle Palm Beach Harvest: Rescuing surplus food to feed the needy Palm Beach State College: Math/Science Summer Institute Paws 4 Liberty: Adoption & training 1 Service Dog for PTSD Veteran Quantum House: Kitchen appliance replacements Renaissance Learning Center: Technology, nutrition, music & science/gardening support for Charter Elementary School for Autistic Children Renaissance Learning Academy: Vocational Science Program & Physical Education Equipment for Charter High School for Autistic Children; Hospitality industry learning program
Scripps: BallenIsles Scholars Summer Science Program Suncoast High School Foundation: Robotics/Computer Engineering & Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM) Program Equipment & Software; 2 interactive projectors Symphonic Band of the Palm Beaches: Instrument Donation Program for Title 1 Schools TEAM First-PAL: Values Oriented After School Program wrapped around teaching tennis (Cabana Colony) The Arc of Palm Beach County: Potentials Charter School Music and Art Therapy Program for children with severe disabilities The Center for Family Services of Palm Beach County: Pat Reeves Emergency Center’s REACH Program: funding to purchase 32 hospital grade beds for the emergency shelter for homeless families; Gas cards & food vouchers for 100 families The Jacob S. Zweig Foundation: In Jacob’s Shoes The Jerome Golden Center / Trauma Reduction Therapies: 12 Laptops with internet connection for use by field consultants to enhance/expedite patient treatment Urban Youth Impact: The Leadership Academy After School Program West Palm Beach Library Foundation: Let’s Read Program Title 1 Schools West Palm Beach Waterfront Warriors: Wounded warrior long weekend visits to Palm Beaches Wilkes Honors College of FAU: Honors College Neuroscience Internships Wounded Warriors of South Florida: Wounded Warrior Emergency Financial Assistance Program in Palm Beach County
SOCIAL & CLUBS Swiss Teams Competition
Duplicate Bridge Schedule Duplicate Bridge meets on Wednesdays at 6:45 pm, Saturdays at 1:00 pm and Sundays at 1:30 pm. Play will resume on Tuesdays in the off-season at 1:30 pm. Please note Duplicate Bridge has been cancelled May 8 for Mother’s Day and June 19 for Father’s Day. To view the recent winners log into the Club’s website at www.ballenisles.org, navigate to the top menu bar to select Member Groups and then Bridge Club from the drop down menu. For additional information contact Marty Zucker at RZMM@aol.com or Thelma Michaelson at tlmichaelson@me.com.
2016 BallenIsles Bridge Club Committee
Back row from left: Marty Zucker, Chuck Schneiderman, Don Leventhal, Zena Hafetz, Marian Ettinger, Joan Mobley & Howard Weinstein. Front row from left: Thelma Michaelson, Fran Freyman, Linda Burke & Lorraine Whalen Congratulations to Fran Freyman, Joan Mobley and Howard Weinstein who are the Bridge Club’s new Committee Members.
Life Master Milestone Susan Morris became a Bronze Life Master (500 Master Points) Big Game Achievements 72% Robert Ettinger & Peter Levathes 73.13% Don Leventhal & Steve Braitman 73.37% George Carpe & Howard Weinstein 72.82% Elaine Lazarus & Bonnie Swartz 72.23% Carole Rosen & Valerie Tritt 72.69% If you would like “Big Game” (72% or over) acknowledged in The Legend contact Thelma Michaelson at tlmichaelson@me.com.
Congratulations Dr. Chuck Schneiderman won Knock-Outs in Florida winter regional in Coral Springs winning 20 gold points. Dr. Elyse Schneiderman won 6 gold points.
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BallenIsles held a Swiss Teams Competition on December 6, 2015 the winners were Ying Freedman, Elizabeth Nelson, Marilyn Parmet & Davie Berke. We are planning another Swiss Teams this year.
Duplicate Bridge Member-Guest Card Party The Member-Guest Luncheon and Card Play was held on January 22, chaired by Linda Burke. Hors d’oeuvres and drinks were served in the Lobby where we were able to view the beautiful art work of our BallenIsles artists, followed by lunch and our duplicate session. The Member-Guest winners were: Section A Joan Hecker & Bonnie Gregge Frances Freyman & Carol Kaplan and Marjorie Levine & Anita Asch Section B Ying Freedman & Linda Finklestein Priscilla Leslie & Peggy Flah Section C Audrey Horowitz & Arlene Oscher DeDee Lovell & Lil Chavkin
Left: Frances Freyman & Carol Kaplan. MIddle: Marjorie Levine & Anita Asche. Right: Peggy Flah & Priscilla Leslie
Keith Hanson Bridge Lessons Lesson 3 – Killing Defense Fridays, March 4, 11, 18, 25 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm 4 Lessons, $100.00 per person The card to lead from short suits, the card to lead from long suits, discards and signals, killing defense 1.
Marty Bergen Bridge Lessons Lesson 3 Saturdays, February 27 and March 5, 12, 19, 26 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 5 Lessons, $175.00 per person Open 2C or not? Better and easier than NMF, more on card combinations, good competitive bidding, resolving defensive dilemmas.
Duplicate Bridge E-Mail Roster Notice to Bridge Players who have not received Duplicate Bridge emails and would like to. Please send your request to tlmichaelson@me.com to be added to our roster.
Photography Club The BallenIsles Photography Club welcomes BallenIsles Members of all skill levels. Our purpose is to provide a forum and network that increases our knowledge and enjoyment of photography. The club meets from 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm on the second Tuesday of each month. In addition, the Photography Club offers location shoots, contests, workshops and features a gallery of work in the Clubhouse Lobby area.
Amici d’Italia Club Amici d’Italia Club is open to all BallenIsles Members. We invite you to join us on March 12, 2016, when we celebrate the 14th Anniversary of the San Giuseppe Dinner Dance. Chef Gregory will present a special feast for us; and, the Gino DeMarco band’s outstanding music will make us dance the night away. BIWF Board of Directors: Jackie Fabisch, Sylvana Klein, Bob Wright, Irwin F. Edenzon, Michael Fabish, Marianne Guerra, Linda Hornsby (with Steve Weagle) and Jody Passov (not shown). Photo by: Ellen Adelman
Polo Club Hosts BallenIsles Wildlife Foundation
On April 17, we invite all to participate in a fun-filled Bocce Tournament & Arriverderci BBQ & Party. The Bocce court and play is available to all members. For more information please contact Pat Spinola at 561.776.8266 or Mary Ann Alimena at 561.624.2966.
International Polo Club Palm Beach hosted many friends of “BIWF” on January 10th for its First Annual Fundraiser. An elaborate champagne brunch and socializing was enjoyed by all. Storm Team 5 Chief Meteorologist Steve Weagle was the keynote speaker and an informative presentation about the sport of polo was given by polo player Kylie Sheehan from Team USPA. Thanks to the BIWF Committee Members for helping to organize this great event: Donna Blanchard, Hartman Blanchard, Margery Block, Joyce Cornick, Rhonda Paston, Kathy Seidel, Donna Shaw, Liza Sarinsky, Linda Teitelbaum, Linda Weiss, Diana Wright, Denise Johnson, Toby Bartosh and Mary Kirby. Thanks to our photographers Ellen and Jim Adelman. Note: Please look for specific dates for upcoming Club meetings on the website at www.ballenisles.org, Month At A Glance and future issues of The Legend newsletter.
Book Club The Book Club meets at 3:30 pm on the third Tuesday of the month at the Sports Complex Conference Room (2nd floor). Please check the Club’s website for a list of books for upcoming meetings. Come meet your neighbors and enjoy the discussion! Tuesday, March 15 Everything I Never Told You by Celeste Ng Tuesday, April 19 The Daughters of the Samurai by Janice P. Nimura Tuesday, May 17 One Summer: America, 1927 by Bill Bryson BALLENISLES COUNTRY CLUB
BICF LOOKING AHEAD
Annual Summer Party
Rosh Hashanah
Saturday, August 20 7:00 pm | Main Dining Room
Sunday, October 2 Dinner Buffet 4:30 pm - 7:00 pm | Main Dining Room
Themed Action Stations, Open Bar Music For Your Dancing Pleasure
$38.00 per adult, $18.00 per child (ages 4 - 12) Complimentary for children ages 3 and under
$60.00 per adult
Reservations Begin Sunday, August 21. To go order forms are available at the Clubhouse Reception. Please place your order a minimum of 72 hours before your requested delivery or pick-up date.
Labor Day BBQ
Yom Kippur
Monday, September 5 11:00 am - 2:30 pm | Bistro 105
Traditional Break The Fast
Tuesday, October 11 Dinner Buffet 6:00 pm | Main Dining Room
$14.00 per adult, $8.00 per child (ages 4 - 12) Complimentary for children ages 3 and under
$38.00 per adult, $18.00 per child (ages 4 - 12)
Labor Day Hours of Operation: Bistro 105 will also be open for regular breakfast and lunch offerings but will be closed for dinner on Monday, September 5.
Reservations Begin Tuesday, August 30. To go order forms are available at the Clubhouse Reception. Please place your order a minimum of 72 hours before your requested delivery or pick-up date.
Summer Dining Hours of Operation Hours Subject to Change.
MORNING
Bistro 105 Clubhouse
Daily Saturday, Sunday, Holidays
7:00 am - 11:00 am 7:00 am - 10:00 am
A La Carte Menu Bagels & Newspapers
Daily
11:00 am - 2:30 pm
Lunch A La Carte Menu, Lunch Buffet
Tuesday - Sunday
5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
A La Carte Menu, Nightly Specials and Express Menu Kids Eat Free, Beef Tenderloin Carving Station Wine Wednesday (5:30 pm - 7:00 pm) Lamb Chop Carving Station Prime Rib Carving Station Traditional Dinner (First Friday of Every Month) Featured Action Stations
LUNCH
Bistro 105 DINNER
Bistro 105
Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday BEVERAGES
Tuesday - Sunday Daily
11:00 am - 8:30 pm 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Bistro Bar
Daily
2:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Harry’s Bar
Daily
3:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Bistro Bar Harry’s Bar HAPPY HOUR
Hours Subject to Change.
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Two for One: House Wines, Beer, “Call” Liquors Plus Half Price Appetizer Menu Two for One: House Wines, Beer, “Call” Liquors with complimentary Hors d’oeuvres
HOLIDAY BREAKFAST
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NEW YEAR’S EVE
BALLENISLES ART SHOW
LABLAST CLASS
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MARCH SUNDAY
MONDAY
COLOR KEY Golf Tennis Social/Dining Fitness
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY THURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
1
2
3
4
5
WGA Play for Pink
Duplicate Bridge
WNGA Member-Guest
K. Hanson’s Bridge Lessons
Duplicate Bridge
City Council Meet the Candidates Forum
MGA
Fine Dining
Srixon/Cleveland & XXIO Demo Day
Marty Bergen Bridge Lessons
Fine Dining Wine Social
6
7
8
9
Duplicate Bridge
MSGA
WGA (PM Play)
Duplicate Bridge
Trip to Broward “Kinky Boots”
Meet the Candidates Night
MGA Scripps Doubles Club Championship
13
14
15
16
Daylight Savings Begins
No Association Play
No Association Play
Duplicate Bridge
Duplicate Bridge
Book Club
No Association Play
Doubles Club Championship
Presidential Primary Election
10 WNGA Israel Tennis Exhibit Doubles Club Champ Taylormade Demo Fine Dining
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12
K. Hanson’s Bridge Lessons
Duplicate Bridge
Taylormade Demo Day Doubles Club Champ
Marty Bergen Bridge Lessons
Savannah Jack Dinner Show
Doubles Club Championship
17 St. Patrick’s Day No Association Play St. Patrick’s Day Mixer Fine Dining
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19
Keith Hanson’s Bridge Lessons
Duplicate Bridge
Twilight Mixer
Men’s Member-Guest
Marty Bergen Bridge Lessons
Fine Dining
Club Night
Traditional Dinner
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
Duplicate Bridge
MSGA
WGA Member-Guest
Duplicate Bridge
WNGA
Callaway Fun Day Demo
Duplicate Bridge
Trivia Challenge
Clubhouse Renovation Workshop
Stress Reduction Seminar
MGA Sponsored
Fine Dining
Keith Hanson’s Bridge Lessons
Marty Bergen Bridge Lessons
Fine Dining
Breakfast with the Easter Bunny
Lobster Fest 27
28
29
30
31
Easter
MSGA Sponsored
WGA
Duplicate Bridge
WNGA
Easter Brunch
Annual Membership Meeting
MGA
Balance Seminar
Chef’s Gourmet Dinner
Fine Dining
APRIL SUNDAY
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY THURSDAY
1 Wild Card Tournament Cobra Demo Day WNGA Dinner Dance Fine Dining Wine Social
ABBREVIATIONS MGA MSGA WGA WNGA
FRIDAY
Men’s Golf Association Men’s Senior Golf Association Women’s Golf Association Women’s Nine Hole Golf Association
3 Wild Card Tournament Duplicate Bridge Couples’ Club Championship Play for Pink Tennis Mixer
4
5
6
7
No Association Play
No Association Play
Duplicate Bridge
No Association Play
Mixed Doubles Club Championship
Mixed Doubles Club Championship
Weight Management Seminar
Fine Dining
10
11
12
13
Duplicate Bridge
MSGA
WGA
Duplicate Bridge
Mixed Doubles Club Championship
Clubhouse Renovation Step One Vote Results
Foam Rolling Seminar
Fine Dining
Spa Shopping Extravaganza
SATURDAY 2 Wild Card Tournament Duplicate Bridge Club Night
8 Ping Demo Mixed Doubles Club Championship Lobster Fest Fine Dining
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14
15
16
WNGA Closing Day
Srixon/Cleveland Demo Day
Duplicate Bridge
Survivor BallenIsles
MGA
Master’s Mixer
Duplicate Bridge Summer Kick-Off Mixed Doubles Club Championship
Trip to Broward “Dirty Dancing”
Fine Dining
Super Saturday End of Season
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
Duplicate Bridge
MSGA Sponsored
WGA
Duplicate Bridge
WNGA
Seder Dinner
Seder Dinner
Book Club
Doubles & Mixed Doubles
Fine Dining
MGA (PM Play)
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
Duplicate Bridge
MSGA
WGA Closing Day
Duplicate Bridge
WNGA
Fine Dining
Duplicate Bridge
MGA
Fine Dining
ITF Event
MAY SUNDAY
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY THURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Duplicate Bridge
MSGA
WGA
Duplicate Bridge
WNGA
Wine Social
Duplicate Bridge
MGA
Fine Dining
Fine Dining
USTA Florida Cup
USPTA Short Format Mixed Tournament
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9
10
11
12
13
14
Mother’s Day
MSGA
WGA
Duplicate Bridge
WNGA
Lobster Fest
Duplicate Bridge
Mother’s Day Brunch
MGA Sponsored
Fine Dining
Fine Dining
Local Doubles Tournament
USTA Florida Cup
Tennis Summer Round Robbin Begin
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16
17
18
19
20
21
Duplicate Bridge
MSGA
WGA
Duplicate Bridge
WNGA
Duplicate Bridge
Trip to Broward “Beautiful”
MGA
Fine Dining
Pro/Member Golf Tournament
Twilight Golf
Club Night
Traditional Dinner
Book Club
Fine Dining 22
23
24
25
26
27
28
Duplicate Bridge
MSGA
WGA
Duplicate Bridge
WNGA
Fine Dining
Duplicate Bridge
MGA
Fine Dining
29
30
31
Duplicate Bridge
Memorial Day
WGA/MSGA
Memorial Weekend Tennis Mixer
Memorial Day Golf Tournament Memorial Day BBQ
JUNE SUNDAY
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY THURSDAY 1
2
FRIDAY 3
4
WNGA
Duplicate Bridge
SATURDAY Duplicate Bridge
MGA
French Open Women’s Finals
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
Duplicate Bridge
MSGA
Duplicate Bridge
Duplicate Bridge
WNGA
Junior Summer Camp
Duplicate Bridge
French Open Men’s Finals
Junior Summer Camp Begins
WGA
MGA
Junior Summer Camp
Junior Summer Camp
Junior Summer Camp
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13
14
15
16
17
18
Duplicate Bridge
MSGA
Duplicate Bridge
Duplicate Bridge
WNGA
Junior Summer Camp
Duplicate Bridge
Junior Summer Camp
WGA
MGA
Junior Summer Camp
Junior Summer Camp
Junior Summer Camp
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20
21
22
23
24
25
Father’s Day
MSGA Sponsored
Duplicate Bridge
Duplicate Bridge
WNGA
Junior Summer Camp
Duplicate Bridge
Father’s Day BBQ
Junior Summer Camp
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MGA
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Note: All events are subject to change, be sure to check the newsletters and website, www. ballenisles.org, for the latest information.
SPORTS COMPLEX Group Exercise Schedule *Pre-Register, Limited Space
The Pulse
Monday
Cardio Mix Body Blast Total Stretch Tai Chi H2O Cycling Yoga Stretch
7:30 am - 8:25 am 8:30 am - 9:25 am 9:30 am - 10:25 am 10:30 am - 11:25 am 10:30 am - 11:30 am 4:00 pm - 4:55 pm 5:15 pm - 6:30 pm
Debbie Pauline Marianne Sylvia Marianne Laney Rebecca
Tuesday
Cycling Barre Fit Over 50 LaBlast H2O Men Only Cardio Crunch
7:30 am - 8:25 am 8:30 am - 9:25 am 9:30 am - 10:25 am 10:30 am - 11:25 am 10:30 am - 11:30 am 3:00 pm - 3:55 pm 5:00 pm - 5:55 pm
Paul Kelsey Dolores Madeline Janell Michele Tracey
Wednesday Cardio Mix Body Blast Pilates & Props H2O Cycling Yoga
7:30 am - 8:25 am 8:30 am - 9:25 am 9:30 am - 10:25 am 10:30 am - 11:30 am 4:00 pm - 4:55 pm 5:15 pm - 6:30 pm
Debbie Pauline Brenda Heidi Laney Katherine
Thursday
Cycling TRX Fit Over 50 H2O Men Only LaBlast Yoga
7:30 am - 8:25 am 8:30 am - 9:25 am 9:30 am - 10:25 am 10:30 am - 11:30 am 3:00 pm - 3:55 pm 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm 5:15 pm - 6:30 pm
Christina Anthony Dolores Heidi Michele Madeline Danielle
Friday
Cardio Mix Barre Slow Flow Yoga H2O Cycling
7:30 am - 8:25 am 8:30 am - 9:25 am 9:30 am - 10:45 am 10:30 am - 11:30 am 4:00 pm - 4:55 pm
Tracey Kelsey Emily Laney Suzanne
Saturday
Body Blast Total Stretch Hatha Yoga H20
8:00 am - 8:55 am 9:00 am - 9:55 am 10:00 am - 11:25 am 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Paul Danielle Danielle Laney
Sunday
TRX Organic Flow
8:30 am - 9:25 am Rob 10:00 am - 11:25 am Ilicia
Michelle Doherty Director of Sports Complex With season in full swing and our members and visiting guests enjoying their time with us we encourage everyone to be mindful of our wonderful associates and the hard work they do each and every day to deliver service excellence. We encourage everyone to continue the year with a positive focus on good health and well-being and be the “best version of yourself”. Our training staff are here to cater to all of your fitness needs big or small, remember movement is important for everyone, so keep moving! Working out, not only makes you look and feel better it can also help with improving your golf game or tennis match and increase the longevity of your favorite activity. Stop by the Fitness Center today for more information on how you can improve your overall fitness.
Squeaky-Clean Strategies For A Healthy Gym Experience — by Fitness Magazine Follow this quick checklist to stay healthy while you work out. • Cover any cuts or broken skin with a bandage. • Wash your hands before and after your workout. • Wipe down machines before and after use. • Bring your own water bottle, towels, and exercise mat. • Never share your towels. • Don’t sit on the locker-room bench naked. • Always wear flip-flops in the locker room/shower area. • Don’t shave before going to the gym. • Keep dirty clothes and sneakers in separate gym bag compartments or place sweaty items in a plastic bag. • Wipe down your gym bag with a disinfectant spray and wash gym clothes after each use.
Sports Complex Hours of Operation Spa & Salon
Fitness
Physical Therapy
Monday
10:00 am - 6:00 pm
6:00 am - 8:00 pm
8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Tuesday
10:00 am - 6:00 pm
6:00 am - 8:00 pm
8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Wednesday 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
6:00 am - 8:00 pm
8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Thursday
10:00 am - 7:00 pm
6:00 am - 8:00 pm
8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Friday
10:00 am - 6:00 pm
6:00 am - 7:00 pm
8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Saturday
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sunday
Closed
7:00 am - 5:00 pm
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Group Reformer/Pilates Schedule Monday
4:00 pm - 4:55 pm
Brenda
Wednesday Reformer
9:00 am - 9:55 am
Vallory
Friday
Combo Tower
9:00 am - 9:55 am
Michele
By Appt. Only
Saturday
Combo Plus
9:00 am - 9:55 am
Vallory
Closed
Sunday
Combo Tower
9:00 am - 9:55 am
Brenda
Reformer
DINING & SOCIAL Fitness Benefits
Fitness Seminars Seminar The Fitness Seminars will be held at the BallenIsles Sports Complex Conference Room (SCC) or Group Exercise Room (GE). Please stay tuned for the topics of the upcoming seminars. Stress Reduction & Meditation – Mary Beth Stern Tuesday, March 22 11:00 am | SCC & GE
For the Love of Golf How to Keep Playing the Game You Love How many times have you said, “I sure wish I could drive the ball as many yards as I use to.” While the effects of aging take their toll years of playing golf have also created wear and tear on the body. The golf swing is one of the most complicated movements in sport. Proper body mechanics are essential for optimal performance. The golf swing requires full rotational capacity of nearly every joint involved and must be done efficiently, explosively and repeatedly. Many swing faults have a direct relationship to restricted joint mobility including hip rotation imbalance which is associated with overuse injuries. Common swing faults occur due to tight shoulders, tightness in the hip joint, spinal injuries, and repetitive strain injuries. For example, when the hips are restricted the body makes higher demands on the spine and shoulders to complete the swing. In the golf swing, as in most other movements involving the human body, the upper body moves in harmony with and in response to the movement of the lower body. The sequence of these movements determines how much power will be generated at the point of ball impact. Hip rotation in the golf swing is extremely important and can have a major impact in performance enhancement as well as injury prevention. The golf swing is one of the most complicated movement patterns in sport. Exercise programs that include flexibility, balance training, strength training and plyometrics have shown to improve golf swing mechanics. Not only can exercise programs improve performance but studies show that exercise and training prevents injury as well. Golf performance is multifactorial, and other parameters such as swing mechanics, mental preparation, and golf equipment are implicated in optimal golf performance. Nevertheless, the results of conditioning studies have provided a scientific rationale for fitness conditioning programs as an intervention for improving the physical factors affecting golf performance. Despite one’s age engaging in multi-dimensional training programs has been scientifically proven to effectively assist golfers in preventing injury and improving performance. Lephart SM, Smoliga JM, Myers JB, Sell TC, Tsai Y. An eight-week golf-specific exercise program improves physical characteristics, swing mechanics, and golf performance in recreational golfers. J Strength Cond Res. 2007;21(3):860-869. Vad V, Bhat A, Basrai D, Gebeh A, Aspergren D, Andrews J. Low back pain in professional golfers: the role of associated hip and low back range-of-motion deficits. Am JSport Med. March 2004;32(2):494-497. Brandon B, Pearce PZ. Training to prevent golf injury. Curr Sports Med Rep. 2009;8(3):142-146. Myers J, Lephart S, Tsai Y, Sell T, Smoliga J, Jolly J. The role of upper torso and pelvis rotation in driving performance during the golf swing. J Sports Sci. 2008;26(2):181-188.
Balance – Gray Physical Therapy Thursday, March 31 2:00 pm | GE An Integrative Approach to Weight Management – Dr. Richard Tiegen 6:00 pm | SCC Wednesday, April 6 The Art of Foam Rolling – Personal Trainers Wednesday, April 13 3:00 pm | GE
Stress Reduction & Meditation Seminar Tuesday, March 22
11:00 am | SCC & GE
Mary Beth Stern is a MBSR teacher, trained and certified for Mindfulness at UMASS Medical School. In the Spring of 2015, Mary Beth was selected to participate in the 8-week Practicum in MBSR, the first teacher training initiative offered through collaboration of UMASS Medical School Center for Mindfulness and Jupiter Medical Center. She has completed the Teacher Development Intensive at UMASS, and is pursuing a path toward certification. Mary Beth is currently leading the complimentary monthly drop-in sessions offered by Jupiter Medical Center for graduates of the 8-week MBSR classes. She is cross trained in Mindfulness Based Relapse Prevention, which she utilizes in her role as a Certified Addiction Counselor in various counseling agencies. Having experienced the benefits of a long-term mindfulness meditation practice, her passion is to reacquaint others with their own innate capacity for being present to all the moments of their lives, leaving behind patterns of behavior that no longer serve them well. Complimentary
Cosmo & Co Spa and Salon at BallenIsles Make your appointment today at 561.625.2625
March ZarJa Aging Well Firming Facial – $120 Aromatherapy Massage – $99 Body Care Products – 20% Off
April Stock up for Summer on All Skin Care Products – 20% Off ZarJa Aging Well Brightening Facial – $120 Conditioning Hair Treatment – $15 ($10 Savings) Clothing, Scarves, Handbags, Candles & Body Products – Buy One Get One 50% Off
May – Happy Mother’s Day! Essential Facial, Swedish Massage& Pedicure – $215.00 Jewelry – 20% Off BALLENISLES COUNTRY CLUB
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TENNIS Line Calls
2016
Club Tournament Champions & Finalists
Frank Swope Director of Tennis Operations We have been enjoying our usual terrific winter weather, allowing for lots of tennis activity and programs. Listed below is a sampling of the events, with a preview of those yet to come! The Tennis Opening Kick-off event with the team draft format and staff participation was a great success with 60 players plus 8 staff drafted into 4 event teams. The Singles Club Championships are complete. The Mixed Doubles are forthcoming. The new Tennis Concierge position has been a big hit with the tennis community. Beth, Diane and the team have really made a positive impact on the daily tennis experience. We look forward to assisting you with your next game! Pickleball was the buzz in January, when we introduced the sport to BallenIsles members on the temporarily converted hard courts. Seventy members attended the demonstration and structured play on Opening Day, with the staff professionals Frank Swope, Patrick Eichhorn, and Al Valbuena directing play with the North Palm Beach County Pickleball Ambassador Dick Freshley and his wife Verna showing the group how it’s played. All had a wonderful time. The Super Saturdays and Special Events have exceeded expectations, with multi-format Tennis Mixers. Be on the lookout for even more creative tennis opportunities. The Men’s Member-Guest/Member-Member was held February 6 and the Women’s Member-Guest on February 22. BallenIsles Tennis players participate in 12 Leagues from January through April, encompassing approximately 200 players, with another 4 - 5 Leagues upcoming in the Spring and Summer. New! Fun Short Format Doubles and Mixed Doubles on Saturday, March 5 and March 19 respectively. Register online at www.ballenisles.org or call the Tennis Shop at 561.625.5707.
Men’s Open Singles Champion: Michel Lanteigne Finalist: Michael Leob
Women’s Open Singles Champion: Ellen Solondz Finalist: Michelle Lewis
Men’s 3.5 Singles Champion: Carl Swanson Finalist: Sam Weinstein
ITF Tournament Winners BallenIsles Pros Ricardo Mendivil and Frank Swope won their respective Doubles Divisions in the International Tennis Federation Tournament held at BallenIsles. Ricardo Mendivil, 15 years at BallenIsles, has now won back to back International Tennis Federation Doubles Events (45 and over age division) hosted at BallenIsles with long-time friend Aldo Burga. Aldo is a Tennis Director in Port St. Lucie, FL and grew up competing with Ricardo in Peru. They have competed together in National and International events since they were 12 years old. Ricardo said of the victories: “It’s great to compete at my home Club, BallenIsles, with all the members cheering us to victory. I’ll never forget it.” Frank Swope, BallenIsles Director of Tennis Operations for over 5 years won the 50 and over Mixed Doubles in the November ITF tournament with Ft. Myers area Tennis Director and former number 25 in the world on the WTA Tour, Kimberly Jones. Frank said of his win: “I just followed the first rule of Ricardo Mendivil and doubles…find a good partner!” Frank Swope
Tennis Events French Open Finals - Women
Junior Summer Camp
Saturday, June 4 & Sunday, June 5 Join us at the Sports Complex Conference Room for complimentary orange juice, coffee and croissants.
Begins Monday, June 6 Monday - Friday, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm A variety of fun and instructional activities including: tennis, golf and swimming. Half-day, full-day and weekly rates available
Wimbledon Strawberries & Cream Saturday, July 9 & Sunday, July 10 Enjoy complimentary orange juice, coffee and croissants at the Sports Complex Conference Room.
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DINING & SOCIAL Tennis Special Events Trish Faulkner Director of Tennis Our last two events of the season are probably our most popular with the record entry for the Little Mo International of 450 players from 47 different countries. Level of play is outstanding and all the members who came out to watch wanted to know how someone 8 years old and only 4 ft tall can hit the ball ten times harder than any of them! Right and below: Little Mo International Participants
Venus and Serena showcased their talents in the December charity exhibition
Israel Tennis Centers Junior Exhibition Thursday, March 10 The Israel Tennis Centers will hold their team exhibition and entertaining fundraiser on Thursday, March 10. Come out and watch these very talented and extraordinary young members of the Israel Tennis Centers tell their stories and play exhibitions against some of our local pros and juniors. Matches start at 4pm on stadium court.
Our final and most exciting event is always the time that Venus and Serena showcase their talents and outgoing personalities in the December charity exhibition on stadium court. Over 500 members were treated to some wonderful doubles and mixed doubles games while taking the opportunity to take some personal photos with the two superstars and neighbors. Twelve people donated to have the opportunity to brave the power and pace of the Williams sisters while playing eight points with them. For the 23rd year BallenIsles hosted the Les Grandes Dames Senior Women’s Tournament January 20 - 24, 2016. Our members always look forward to this event as many of them play both singles and doubles. The event raffle benefited the National Senior Women’s Tennis Association for the Margaret Russo Scholarship Fund. Thanks to all the members who volunteered and housed the players who had a great time. Right: Ellen Solondz & Debbie Peck Won 5th Place in the Women’s 60’s Doubles. Below: Les Grandes Dames 2016 Participants
Mardy Fish Wild Card Tournament Friday, April 1 - Sunday, April 3 Come and watch the ATP stars of tomorrow play for a spot in the Main Draw of the Mardy Fish Wild Card Tournament April 1 - 3. Cheer on our local professionals and watch some rising stars of the men’s game. Play begins after 11 am each day. Singles only event.
2017 French Open Trip
Last day to reserve a spot for the French Open trip is November 1, 2016. Please contact Trish Faulkner at TFaulkner@Ballenisles.com. Trip includes tickets to the tennis for three days and hotel for five nights - not airfare. SAVE THE DATE
USPTA Father/Daughter National Championships October 7 - 9, 2016 BALLENISLES COUNTRY CLUB
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GOLF Tee Talk Jeff Fitzherbert Director of Golf Welcome to 2016 and the heart of the season here at BallenIsles. I would like to thank you for your support over the last year and send you and your families my warmest wishes for a New Year that is filled with health, happiness, and much prosperity. We have had many successful events to start out the season. In November we conducted our first annual Meatballs and Martinis Night Golf Event. Fairways, tees and greens were lit with glow lights for a six-hole scramble format. The event was preceded by cocktails and dinner. The winners were Michael & Judie Muntner and Gary & Laurie Blau. In December we held our Fall ProMember. This sold out event paired one of our 18 Golf Professionals with three members. Winning the tournament was James Kelly, Assistant Professional along with Michael Muntner, Judie Muntner and Laurie Blau. We conducted our 17th Annual Men’s Member - Member Tournament on Jan 15 & 16. Jace Rosenbluth and Rich Rosenthal were crowned Champions. Our first of two Men’s Member-Guest Tournaments was held on February 5. The event sold out and was played on the East Course. Our second of two Men’s Member Guests will be played on March 18. This will be a 12:30 shotgun start packed with great competition, valuable tee gifts, and great food. We have a full calendar of events this season so please make sure to look at the bulletin boards, online calendars, and the Foretees system. On March 25 we will conduct our 6th Annual Callaway Fun Day. This interactive demo day will take place on the North side of the driving range from 12 pm - 4 pm. Contests, raffles, and food are in store for all those that come out and try some the latest product the company has to offer. We have our Couple’s Club Championship on April 3 and Masters Themed Mixer on April 10. Our Spring Pro-Member is scheduled for May 20. Participants in the first annual Meatballs and Martinis: John & Lee Ostrowski and Alan & Joann Feldman
Golf Leaderboard WGA Member-Guest North Course Winners 1st Place Net: Pat Rado, Danielle Rado, Barbara Aiello & Gayle Vescovi 1st Place Gross: Patsy Elliott, Debbie Dove, Claire Dunn & Charlotte Walsh East Course Winners 1st Place Net: Diane Wasserman, Bonnie Soik, Kileen Kaufman & Suzy Hammond 1st Place Gross: Mihoh Dolan, Sharon Browne, Marsha Funk & Terri Katz
Men’s Member-Member
Winners - Jace Rosenbluth & Rich Rosenthal (above)
Men’s Member-Guest 1st Place Gross: Richard Kaufman, Rudy Schupp, Ken Stone & Jack Caracuzzo 1st Place Net: Richard Shuman, Sam Liebovich, Robert Cole & Alan Caplan
Upcoming Golf Events Memorial Day Mixer Monday, May 30
Independence Day Golf Tournament Monday, July 4
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DINING & SOCIAL Golf Tip Shawn Costello Head Golf Professional
Playing the Bunkers Many of you watching the professional events on television see how easy the Tour Player is able to get out of a greenside bunker. Often times, the telecaster will even mention something alluding to how it is one of the “easiest shots in golf.” Yet for many players, bunkers are seen as a very penalizing obstacle. Allow me to explain how to better aid your bunker play. As with most all shots in the game, having the proper set-up and technique will help tremendously. The set-up is critical in helping to achieve the desired result. First, let’s begin by aiming your body line slightly to the left of your intended target. Next, let’s place approximately 75% of your weight on your front leg. Opening your clubface (either a SW or LW is acceptable) enough so that a coin can rest on the clubface without falling off. This will help to utilize the bounce on the club and help eliminate the leading edge of the club from digging in too much. Now you must make a swing - the backswing should be one that is more vertical and slightly to the outside. The downswing path should follow your body line that is aiming left of the target. The next point is essential to success - you must strike the sand approximately 3/4” - 1 1/2 ” behind the ball and keep the clubhead slightly open and accelerating through the shot. Hitting the ball with an accelerating clubhead that strikes the sand in the appropriate spot will allow the ball to come out high and land soft. If you strike too far behind the sand, the clubhead’s accelerating force will be significantly slowed down, thus resulting in the potential for the golf ball to travel a very short distance and not get out of the bunker. Also, striking too far behind the sand will not allow for the ball to have very much if any backspin and if the ball gets out of the bunker, your shot may go running too far onwards. Conversely, if you strike the ball before the sand, you run the risk of the ball sailing too far away and potentially over the green. As you can see, the distance the club strikes into the sand behind the ball is critical to helping ensure a successful bunker shot. Please keep in mind, this tip is for the average bunker shot you are likely to face. Having different sand textures, side-hill, uphill and downhill shots will require more precision as well as altering techniques and set-ups. With a watchful eye and diligent practice, I am confident your bunker play will improve.
Two Important Rule Changes For 2016 For more information these or other rules please check with your BallenIsles Professional Staff.
Rule 18-2. Ball at Rest Moved By Player, Partner, Caddie or Equipment Rule 18-2b (Ball Moving After Address) has been withdrawn. This means that when a ball moves after a player has addressed it, the application of a penalty under Rule 18-2 will be based purely on whether the player caused the ball to move.
Rule 14-1b. Anchoring the Club A new Rule is introduced to prohibit anchoring the club, either “directly” or by use of an “anchor point,” during the making of a stroke.
Hole-In-One Congratulations to: November 24
Herb Kishter
East Course #4
November 30
Martin Burkhardt
South Course #4
December 11
Scott Deutsch
North Course #5
December 31
Fred Schulte
South Course #11
January 2
Hadley Wine
South Course #16
January 5
Linda Lesser
North Course #13
January 13
Peter Schied
South Course #2
February 9
Nathan Rabhan
East Course #16
Demo Days Srixon/Cleveland & XXIO 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Friday, March 4
Taylormade 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Friday, March 11
Callaway Fun Day Friday, March 25
12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Cobra Friday, April 1
12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Ping Friday, April 8
12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Srixon/Cleveland Friday, April 15
12:00 pm - 4:00 pm BALLENISLES COUNTRY CLUB
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GOLF ASSOCIATIONS Men’s Golf Association (MGA) by Norm Glassman
Men’s Senior Golf Association (MSGA) by Bob Snider
Join the MSGA Still time to join. Applications are available at the Golf Pro Shop or on the BICC website at www.ballenisles.org.
New For This Season
2016 MGA Committee Michael Muntner, Dick Myers, Carl Ekstein, Bob Anton, Sam Weinstein, Don Smith, Stan Kaplan, Dick Cramer, John Ostrowski (not pictured are Norm Glassman & Larry Jones)
MGA Event Schedule March 2
Nine Holers Min-League. Sign up for MSGA Events on ForeTees indicating your plan to play 9 holes. Tee off each week at approximately 12:30 pm. Join 18 Holers at 12:30 pm for lunch, prizes and golf balls. Can be paired with your friends by calling Phil Ackerman by Friday preceding Monday’s event.
MSGA Event Schedule * Flighted March March March March
7 14 21 28
White & Green: Step-Aside Scramble – 3 Drive Min. * Course Maintenance – No Association Play White & Green: 2 BB w/3BB on 9 & 18.* Sponsored Lunch – ABCD Scramble. A/B 3 Drive Min. C/D 2 Drive Min.
April 4 April 11 April 18
March 30
Flt 1&2=Team Quota 3 of 4; Flt 3&4=Team Quota 2 of 4 Scramble: 2 Drive Min; Sign-up as an individual or as a team Course Maintenance - No Association Play Shamble: 3 Drive Min Flts 1+2; Scramble: 2 Drive Min. Flts 3+4 2BB Even; 1BB Odd
April 25
Course Maintenance – No Association Play White & Green: 2BB 4s & 5s/1BB 3s.* Sponsored Lunch – ABCD Scramble. A/B 3 Drive Min. C/D 2 Drive Min. White: 1BB Odd/2BB Even. Green: 2BB Shamble.*
April April April April
Course Maintenance - No Association Play Team Quota 2 of 4 2BB 2BB Even; 1BB Odd
May May May May May
2 9 16 23 31
White & Green: 1BB 4s & 5s/2BB on 3s White & Green: 1BB All Holes w/2BB on 9 & 18.* Scramble. White: 3 Drive Min. Green: 2 Drive Min. * White & Green: 2BB 4s & 5s/1BB 3s. Flighted (Tuesday) – White & Green. 1BB 4s & 5s/2BB on 3s
2BB A/B/C/D Scramble; A/B 3 Drive Min; C/D 2 Drive Min. Team Quota 2 of 4 2BB Even; 1BB Odd
June 6 June 13 June 20
3-Man – White: 1BB. Green: Scramble w/3 Drive Min.* 3-Man – White & Green: 1BB 4s & 5s/2BB on 3s.* Sponsored Lunch – ABCD Scramble. A/B 3 Drive Min. C/D 2 Drive Min. 3-Man – White & Green: 1BB w/2BB 9 & 18.*
March 9 March 16 March 23
6 13 20 27
May 4 May 11 May 18 May 25
June 27
MGA/Scripps Golf Tournament Wednesday, March 9 Help eliminate prostate cancer which strikes 1 out of 6 American men. Open to all MGA Members and Non-MGA Members. Be a Sponsor! Be a Donor! Be a Player! Additional information and entry forms available at the Pro Shop.
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DINING & SOCIAL Women’s Golf Association (WGA) by Lois Eskenazi & Pat Rado One week prior to the Professional Super Bowl, the WGA hosted a fabulous Guest Day, chaired by Linda Abrahamson and Marion Wicker. The guests dressed to support their favorite teams….from cheer-leaders to fans, and all were winners with the stylish waterproof jackets given as favors. The theme was carried out through both lunch and dinner, including miniature bar-b-que grills as centerpieces, and the team pictures were taken in front of the official “Tailgate Wagon”. The pre-game lunch consisted of wraps and salads, while the dinner included the elaborate seafood display along with the various food stations in the usual, wonderful BallenIsles style.
Women’s Nine-Hole Golf Association (WNGA) by Linda Berlin WNGA ladies have had a busy fall and winter. Although “Play for Scripps” was rained out the sun shone brightly on our lovely lunch and out informative speakers from Scripps.
WGA Member-Guest Tournament Our holiday luncheon was spectacular! We collected toys of all kinds—there were dolls and cars and games galore to bring smiles and cheer to many area children.
First Net Winners: Pat Rado, Danielle Rado, Barbara Aiello & Gayle Vesovi
Patsy Elliot, Debbie Dove, Charlotte Walch & Claire Dunn
Diane Wasserman, Bonnie Soik, Suzy Hammond & Kileen Kaufman
Terri Katz, Marsha Funk, Mihoh Dolan & Sharon Brown
WGA Event Schedule March March March March March April April April April
1 8 15 22 29
5 12 19 26
Play for Pink Color War Course Maintenance - No Association Play Friends Day Criers Tournament Course Maintenance - No Association Play One, Two, Three Best Ball Tournament Baseball Tournament Closing Day Scramble
Our season continues with our Member/Guest Day. “Murder on the Green” to be held on March 3. We will dance the night away with our favorite partner on April 1 at the WNGA dinner dance. Don’t miss the Bon Voyage party on April 14 it is always a very special day and lots of fun. Our board and committee chairs work hard all season to bring enjoyable activities to our members. Be sure to come and participate in all the exciting events. BALLENISLES COUNTRY CLUB
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VALENTINE’S DAY DINNER DANCE
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