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Artwork by Steve Wild
Welcome New Members Geller, Richard & Jennifer – Water Oak Grant, Geoffrey & Annette – Tanglewood (From LI) Haar, Geoffrey & Jane – Fairway Lake Horn, Larry & Jackie – Clubside Pointe (From NJ) Jacobson, Laurie – Banyans Joshi, Kishor & Sonal – Cedar Cay (From NJ) Kolodny, Jeffrey & Sheri – Bay Isles (From IL) Lawson, Allesandra – Laurel Pointe Okin, Dr. Jay & Sheila – Timbermill Santos, Raymond & Aleth – Banyans
Condolences Our condolences to the family of Dr. Phillip Bookman, Margie Muskat
Membership Report as of May 31, 2015 Social Tennis/General Associate General Master Associate Master Senior Master Old Course Associate Old Course Senior Old Course Old Course - Pending Assoc OC - Pending Old Course Non Resident
262 356 62 392 22 22 324 7 3 8 4 10
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Ladies Pro Am
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Ladies Member Guest Show Your Wild Side
Black & White Party
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For The Celebrate Everything Chocolate
Entertainment Costume Contest Candyland Games Dinner Buffet
Hoffman’s Chocolate Factory, Shoppe, Ice Cream Parlor and Gardens Friday, July 10, 2015 Lunch to Follow $59.99 pp Reservations Required 241-6846
Broken Sound Club Friday, October 31 RSVP Carl 2416877
Dinner 5:30 Music by Power Party Productions Casual Attire - Shorts Acceptable Reservations Required, 241-6877
POOL PARTY
Pool Party 12:00 - 4:00 pm Face Painting, Balloon Artist, D.J. Games, Waterslide
Monday, May 25 / 12:00pm - 4:00pm Rides Games DJ Music Face Painting
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Scott Feller, Director of Golf 241-6806 Club Course Pro Shop Daily 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM / 561-241-6860
Driving Range Sun and Tue 7:00 AM - 4:30 PM Mon, Wed thru Sat 7:00 AM - dusk
CLUB COURSE NEWS by Scott Feller, PGA Director of Golf - Club Course Summer has arrived and the golf course has continued to see a lot of play. Our members have enjoyed the opportunity to play many other premier clubs in the area through our reciprocal golf program. Anyone interested in taking advantage of our reciprocal golf program should contact our golf shop. On May 1st, we were host to the Boca Raton Police Athletic League Event. Boca PAL has grown to assist youth who are at risk of academic failure, substance abuse or criminal activity by providing safe places for them to go during non-school hours with structured recreational activities. Broken Sound Club is proud to host this event each year in support of the Boca PAL organization. We had 144 participants who enjoyed a great day of golf for a great cause. The Club Course also played host to the Habitat for Humanity event on May 8th. Habitat for Humanity builds homes in partnership with families who demonstrate a need for housing and a willingness to work with them to purchase a home of their own. Broken Sound Club has been a contributing member of the Habitat for Humanity-South Palm Beach organization for a number of years and is proud to be a part of building new homes for those in need. The event was a huge success with over 100 participants and a lot of money raised for a great cause.
On May 11 th , Club Course employees Matt Newman, Colin Nicholson, Tim Nelson, and George McClennan participated in Marathon Golf Day. Marathon Golf Day was created to help raise money for local children’s charities. Congratulations to Broken Sound Club’s foursome who played 100 holes of golf in 12 hours. We would like to thank those who supported the cause and made our Marathon Golf Day a success! Our Men’s South County League team has begun another season as they look to defend their championship title. The men had a miraculous comeback in the second half of the season last year to get into the playoffs and swept through the post season matches to win the title. We wish them luck this year as the season continues. The Ladies’ Summer Swingers team has increased its participation this season. They are at the midpoint of this season and hope to have strong finish in the second half. The ladies travel around locally competing against other clubs while having the opportunity to meet and socialize with similar playing competitors. We wish them luck as the summer continues along. The upcoming Aerification dates are: July 28th, 29th, 30th and September 8th, 9th, 10th. I hope to see everyone out on the links! Have a healthy summer season!
GOLFER OF THE MONTH April: Barry Meltzer May: Alan Sax
COOKING CLASS
George McClennan, Tim Nelson, Matt Newman, and Colin Nicholson
Marathon Golf Day raises money for South Florida Children Charities 100 holes of golf in 12 hours
BIRDIE Mayer Liebman #12 with a chip in
Holes Played: 100 each Golf Eagles9:10AM :1 Low Round: 69 Birdies: 37 Pars: 254 Chip-ins : 2 Bogies: 88 Page 6
Hole Out From the Bunker : 1 Double Bogies or More: 20 Long Drive: 323 yards Ball In The Water: 12 Shortest Drive: 59 yards Shots In The Sand: 34 Lost Balls: 3 July / Aug 2015
John Skaf, Director of Golf 241-6893 Old Course Pro Shop 994-8505 Hours: Mon - Sun 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
OLD COURSE NEWS With summer here, The Old Course Staff would like to extend our well wishes to all our members, those residing here during the summer months, those who may be traveling and for all others who are spending their time elsewhere. The month of May featured the South County League, which was a one day event between Broken Sound & Stonebridge Golf & Country Club. The South County League is hosted multiple times throughout the summer at both, the Club Course as well as The Old Course. Broken Sound won handsomely with a score of 6-3. The winning team was comprised of the following members: Bob Halper & Ken Thomas, Ed McGrattan & Barry Karpf, Larry Moses & Michael Sandler, Howard Gladston & Harvey Perry, David Slipacoff & Harvey Feldman, Ron Snyder & Ron Ehrlich, Richard Shaw & Stephen Liedman, Paul Pinsky & William Rymer and Robert Smiley & Larry Oliver. All players played very well to give Broken Sound the win.
The Old Course again was a host to The Emerald League held on June 4th. The format consisted of two person teams playing a net better ball of two against other clubs as well as the aggregate of two best net scores for each team. The following Broken Sound Club’s teams scored as follows: Sal Caragliano & Ira Udell – Net Best Ball of 67; Jerry Rubinstein & Larry Moses – Net Best Ball of 70; Bob Halper & David Lund – Net Best Ball of 72. Broken Sound Club finished with a combined score of 137 and a team total of 4.5 points. Ira Udell was also the closest to the hole on #3. As always, we invite everyone out to enjoy The Old Course and all it has to offer. The summer months are the true growing season for the course and as it continues to be in great shape, we ask that you help us keep it that way by repairing ball marks, filling divots and raking bunkers. Please continue to share your thoughts with us and should there be anything we can do to enhance your Old Course experience, please let us know.
Labor Day Pool Party
closed on Mondays from early May to early October
Driving Range 7:00 AM - dusk.
Monday, September 1 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm Hole In One Marilyn Swoiskin - Hole #8 / April 30
Eric Bershad Hole #12 - 185 yards / 5 wood / May 29
DJ Face Painting Balloon Artist Fun Slide Games
Our very best regards to you!
Playing in the Wind
Junior Summer Program
Watching the US Open and the upcoming British Open will call to mind the difficulty of playing in the wind, and we have our fair share of windy days at Broken Sound Club as well. You can master the wind with a few basic tips. Firstly, choose at least one extra club and swing easy - do not swing harder. Many golfers are tempted to swing harder and fight the wind. However, the more you accelerate in to the ball the more spin you create and the higher the ball will go, which exaggerates the effects of the wind on your ball flight and distance. Additionally, you want to keep the ball lower by placing the ball about an inch back in your stance and bend your knees a bit more to stay stable in the wind. Now, take a shorter than normal swing, three-quarter swing on a ‘full swing’ shot. Lastly, try to stay low and ‘over the ball’ as you swing through by keeping your hips and shoulders level at impact.
Schedule 9:00AM Drop off 9:10AM Clinic / Driving range 10:40AM Cool down break 11:00AM Putting / Games Lunch 12.15PM Lunch 1:00PM Pool-Game Room Sign up required 3:00PM Pick up Arnaud Delanoe – Jr Program Manager Afdelanoe@gmail.com 561 241 6876 Old Course at Broken Sound February 3rd - 9th, 2014 Monday thru Friday / Ending July 23 Ages 5 to 17 Members: $235 /week – Daily $55 Non-Members: $255 /week – Daily $60 Lunch included
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Follow these simple reminders and you will be more confident when our ocean breezes blow.
Camp Out
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Fourth Of July
FOOD AND BEVERAGE Tim Nelson, Director of Food & Beverage
BBQ DINNER
241-6831
5:30 PM $30.95 pp, 6-12 yrs old half price, 0-5 yrs old no charge Reservations Required 241-6877
Lorant G. Botha, CHS, CHSP Director of Catering, 241-6892
Main Dining Room Closed on Thursdays thru September 2015 TO GO To place orders for To Go meals, Shiva Platters etc. please call Cecilia Novellino at 561-241-6824. To place orders for To Go meals, Shiva Platters etc. A catering To Go brochure is available at the club. please call Cecilia Novellino at 561-241-6824. Keep an eye out for the Catering To Go brochure BAGEL around theBREAKFAST club! Start the day off right and meet your neighbors at the Moonstone Cafe. Bagels and coffee served 7:00 AM - 9:30 AM, Monday thru Friday. Elaine Frankel’s great granddaughter Brynne monkeying around during Family Night Sunday Dinner
FROM THE PAN TO YOUR PLATE PREPARED BY OUR EXECUTIVE CULINARY TEAM
CHEF’S TABLE DINNER
Friday, July 10th and Friday, July 24th Friday, Aug 7th and Friday Aug 21st x
Chef Table Dinners Begin at 6:30pm House Wine Included. $70.00 pp plus tax. Phone Reservations Only 561-241-6877 Reservations begin one month in advance
Svetlana Smolina
“An outstanding Russian pianist with a luxuriant tone.” – Los Angeles Times
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SPECIAL APPEARANCE Svetlana and Friends July 15, 2015 Broken Sound Club 4:00 pm $20 pp Reservations Required 241-6846 Pianist SVETLANA SMOLINA performed with orchestras and in recitals worldwide. Some recent notable solo appearances with orchestras include Mariinsky Orchestra at Carnegie Hall, New York Philharmonic at Avery Fischer, St. Petersburg Philharmonic, Orchestra National de France, Odessa and Nizhny Novgorod Philharmonic, Pittsburgh Symphony, New Jersey Symphony Orchestra, Toledo Symphony, Florida Philharmonic, Shreveport Symphony, New York Chamber and many other ensembles.
Greg Wheaton, Director of Tennis 241-6888 Pro Shop 241-6880 Summer May 1 - October 31 Monday - Sunday: 7:30-3:00 Seasonal November 1 - April 30 Monday - Friday: 7:30-5:30 Saturday - Sunday: 7:30-5:00
Learnin’ With Vernon by Verton Gettone Jr., Head Tennis Professional Tips & Strategies For Fun & Successful Tennis The Rule of 5
love volley
People like to donate to charities, but don’t let your opponents be a charity by giving them easy points. Avoid giving up the most important shots tactically in tennis! Strengthen your tactical position by being unshakable with these 5 shots.
MY SIDE OF THE COURT By Greg Wheaton, Director of Tennis With summer in full swing we are staying busy with league play for the women on Tuesday and Wednesday. I hope everyone stays cool and hydrated during the heat of the summer. For those of you who will be here on Saturday July 4th we will hold our annual Firecracker Round Robin. We continue to be a host site for the Boys 16 and under National Clay Courts starting July 12-16. This will be very exciting for our club to host a tournament of this stature. If you are in town, this is a must see. Stop by the shop and say hello and check out the clothing on sale. Enjoy all your travels and stay safe.
Beat the Pro. Immediately following the July 4th round robin you will have the opportunity of a life time. You can challenge our pros on court to win a T-shirt saying you beat the pro. There will be a sign up for those people who played in the round robin to participate. Tuesday Night Men’s Tennis. We are starting up a group to play men’s doubles on Tuesdays at 6:00pm. The level of play is between a 3.0 and 3.5. If you are interested in having some fun and meeting some good guys, this is for you. Please sign up in the tennis shop.
Division 6 Takes Sportsmanship Award
1. High Percentage of First Serves Getting a high percentage of first serves in, not only boosts your confidence but it will put your opponents in a neutral or defensive mindset. Giving your opponent too many looks at a second serve has them in an aggressive mindset and puts them in the driver seat and in “attack mode”. First serves in = more points won. continued on page 14
Firecracker Round Robin. Join us for a fun day of tennis with your friends and celebrate this holiday starting at 8:45. There will be a continental breakfast at 10:30am following the Round Robin Team Competition at 9:00am. This event does require a sign up.
We’re Broken Sound We’re quite a bunch Could you imagine If we missed this lunch?
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We except your votes With smiles and cheers Why did it take us So damn many years? ! Jody Appleman
Men’s Grand Slam
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Leigh-Ann Davidson, Spa Director Summer is officially here! I would like to remind you that we currently have great deals at the Spa & Salon. Whether you prefer facials, massages or body treatments, or need an incentive to try one of our fabulous stylists, the Sizzling Summer Specials have something for everyone. This is the perfect time to try something new so I encourage you to take some time for your health and beauty. Pardon the dust! As a result of popular demand, the Hair Salon is currently undergoing renovations.
We are open and fully functional during the construction, but please remember to enter through the Barber Shop. When the new Hair Salon is unveiled, we will have another styling chair (3 total) which means we will be able to accommodate more appointment requests. Also, a reminder about the summer hours of operation. The Spa is open daily from 9:00am7:00pm and the Salon is open Wednesday-Sunday 8:00am-6:00pm and Monday and Tuesday 8:00am3:00pm. I hope everyone is having a wonderful summer and continues to be safe, happy, healthy, and well!
FITNESS
Leigh-Ann Davidson Spa Director 241-6890 Karen Wilson Assistant Spa Director 241-6898 Doug Rotondi Fitness Director 241-6878 Melia Diana Assistant Fitness Dir. 241-6858 Rotunda 241-6840 Spa 241-6868 Salon 241- 6899
HOURS Saturday July 4th - hours 7:00am – 4:00pm Fitness Room / Rotunda Monday - Thursday 5:30am - 10:00pm Friday 5:30am - 8:00pm Saturday and Sunday 7:00am - 8:00pm Salon Everyday 8:00am - 6:00pm Starting June 1 - Monday and Tuesday 9:00am 3:00pm. Wednesday thru Sunday 8:00qm - 6:00pm Spa Everyday 9:00am - 8:00pm Starting June 1 - Everyday 9:00am - 7:00pm
MOONSTONE
Doug Rotondi, Fitness Director Need a Personal Trainer? Broken Sound Club offers some of the finest trainers in the industry and are here to help you achieve all of your personal fitness goals. We offer programs for weight loss, weight gain, sport specific, post rehab, flexibility, balance, strength and endurance. The Fitness Center also features complimentary health evaluations that will measure your body fat, blood pressure, oxygen saturation in your blood, contraindications, nutrition, flexibility and strength issues to help equip you for a precise exercise program tailored to your own needs and functionality. Have you had a bad experience with a trainer in the past? Recent studies indicate that over 90% of personal trainers in the United States are not
properly qualified or educated to take on the responsibilities that are required to handle a wide range of clientele. With the increase in medications, injuries and obesity, it is imperative that personal trainers are well versed in the areas of kinesiology, human anatomy, post rehab, exercise science and disease prevention.
body Sou
MOONSTONE SPA
SIZZELING Summer Specials
Massage Special Upgrade to a 90-minute Swedish, Fusion or Deep Tissue Massage, save $15. Exfoliating Body Scrub An aromatic scrub with Chamomile and gentle buffing grains sweeps away dull surface cells and stimulates circulation for smooth, healthy skin. Great addition to any massage or facial 30 minutes $35.
Our Training Staff are well educated/trained in these areas and are some of the highest certified and qualified workers in the country. Our goal is to keep you safe and help you achieve all your desired fitness/health goals! Please let us know how we can be of any assistance to you.
Hair Color Special Schedule your first full or partial highlight or single process hair color service and receive a complimentary blow out. Only valid the same day as color service. New clients only, save up to $45.
“Not only CERTIFIED but truly QUALIFIED!” Dr. Anthony Abbott - President and Owner of the Fitness Institute International
Brightening Facial & Eye Lift A brightening facial with a micro-current eye lifting treatment to soften fine lines and lift the brows. 60 minutes $75, save $50.
Call 561-241-6878 to schedule a fitness evaluation and session with one of our skilled trainers.
8K/5 miles with Obstacles - Military Style November 21, 2015 Amelia Earhart Park - Miami
Rejuvenating Facial & Microdermabrasion Begin with an advanced exfoliation to erase skin imperfections, followed by the ultimate in intense hydration. 60 minutes $125, save $75.
Revita-leg Treatment Recommended for heavy, fatigued and aching legs, this treatment includes a lower leg & foot scrub, followed by a detoxifying Mud Wrap and a lower leg & foot massage. 45 minutes $50.
Lisa Haber Personal Training Client of the Quarter $65 per person open to Broken Sound Residents/Staff 561-241-6878 for more information
Alan Myer TPI Client of the Quarter Alan has been involved in the Titleist Performance Institute (TPI) Program at Broken Sound for well over 7 months now. He wanted to increase his overall distance, strength and endurance. Alan had many swing characteristics and mobility issues throughout the golf swing. Our workouts started working on balance, general strength and flexibility. Through a strict workout regimen and nutritional discipline Alan has seen increases in his driving distance by as much as 15 yards. His driving accuracy has increased now allowing him to hit more greens in regulation bringing his score down. Breaking 90 was once a difficult task but now Alan is consistently shooting in the low 80’s. www.brokensoundclub.org
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Lisa is the definition of hard work and dedication to living a healthy lifestyle. She began training with Jeff in January 2015 for “ The Biggest Loser” competition. While she came up just short of winning the competition, to date has lost 16 pounds, and 5.2% of her body fat through an improved diet and combination of cardio and strength training. Lisa continues to train twice per week. She is a prime example of what one can accomplish with a healthy diet and consistent workout plan.
YOUR SOCIAL COMMITTEE AT WORK Chair: Marjorie Lassoff and Vice Chair: Rowena Kovler
WHAT’S UP GROUP
GREAT COURSES
Entertainment
Meets: Thursdays 12:00pm meeting - Sandpiper Room Mentor: Stan Morgenbesser May 7, 14, 21, 28 and June 4, 11, 18, 25
Presented By The Teaching Co. July 6 and August 24 All meetings 7:30pm Media Room
REEL WONDERS CINEMA NITE
7:00pm Pelican Room Moderated by Marilyn Laber 997-7313
SOCIAL At The Club
Shows On-line reservations available www.brokensoundclub.org. Reservation forms available in the clubhouse flyer racks. No telephone reservations will be taken.
WICK THEATRE GEORGE M! IN CONCERT Saturday, July 11 / 7:30 PM / $41.00 pp
August 10 “Wait Until Dark” (1967)
WICK THEATRE PETER PAN Saturday, August 15 / 2:00 PM / $41.00 pp
All shows 7:00pm Media Room Paula Cantor 465-3052, Millie Evans 999-9298 Complimentary. No reservation needed July 20 Bobby Short At The Cafe Carlisle August 17 to be announced
GAMES/CARDS
CLEARWATER & TARPON SPRINGS July 23 - 24 , 2015 Your Trip will include: Lunch & Tour of The Vinoy Resort, Dinner Cruise aboard Calypso Queen, Full Breakfast, Tour of Tarpon Springs, Authentic Greek Lunch, Boat Tour with Sponge Diving Demonstration, Overnight at Holiday Inn, Door to Door Transportation. $239.00 per person, $40.00 Single supplement
MEMBER GUEST LADIES ONLY Lunch & Psychic Party Hosted By Master Mentalist Jon Stetson Saturday, August 15 – 1:00PM $35.00 pp RSVP Carl-241-6877
July 13 “Young Frankenstein” (1974)
MUSICAL MOVIE SERIES
Great Escape
HAPPY HOUR Every Friday 5:30PM
5 Days / 4 Nights August 30 - September 3, 2015 $1,940 pp double/Triple, $2,570 single includes $365 Spa Allowance
PALM BEACH DRAMA WORKS A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC Friday, July 17 / 8:00 PM / $57.00 PP Departing Broken Sound 4:30 PM
AMERICA’S MUSIC CITIES Featuring New Orleans, Memphis, Nashville November 1- 8, 2015 Book Now & Save Double $2,748. Single $3,484, Triple $2,754
PALM BEACH DRAMA WORKS 110 IN THE SHADE Friday, August 21 / 8:00 PM / $57.00 pp Departing Broken Sound 6:45 PM
CELEBRITY CRUISE 9 NIGHT CARIBBEAN CRUISE Departing Fort Lauderdale January 2, 2016 St. Thomas, Phillipsburg, Fort de France, Basseterre, Saint Kitts & Nevis New Amenity - Private Card Room Includes: roundtrip transportation to ship, cocktail party, $50 on board credit, dinner voucher for specialty restaurant per person, bottle of wine.
What’s your game? Bridge, Canasta, Mah Jong, Gin Rummy, Pinochle, Chess, Dominoes and board games. We can help you find players on all levels for both men’s and women’s. Call Elaine Silverstein at 995-1051 MzElaineS@aol.com Sign up sheet is also in the card rooms.
BOOK CLUB
meetings to resume in the fall Future Discussion Reading List Everything I Never Told You, by Celeste Ng The Children Act, by Ian McEwan The Storied Life of A. J. Fikry: A Novel, by Gabrielle Zevin
PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB
meetings to resume in the fall
VOLUNTEERING
CANYON RANCH LENOX, MASS 4 Days / 3 Nights August 30 - September 2, 2015 $1,510 pp double/triple, $2,030 single includes $240.00 Spa Allowance
Day Trip HOFFMAN’S CHOCOLATE TOUR & MAKING Friday, July 10 $62pp includes: chocolate making class and tour, lunch, transportation.
Concierge Class 3 - $2,144.89pp Ocean Veranda $1,559.89pp Special: ocean class and above / if booked by July 5, 2015 includes choice of 1: prepaid gratuities, $200 on board credit, or beverage package.
Boca Helping Hands Provides food and emergency assistance to meet basic human needs and long-term solutions to break the cycle of dependence. bocahelpinghands.org Carol Hoffer, 561-241-9786 Knit Hats For Preemies & Newborns Eileen Batt, 561-241-2670
THEATRE & COSTUME MUSEUM
August 29 - 2:00pm $41.00pp RSVP 241-6846
THE WICK THEATRE 2015 -2016 Season
All shows 7:30pm A Funny Thing Happened On The Way To The Forum Thursday, October 29 - $56.25 pp Hello Dolly Starring Lee Roy Reams Thursday, November 5 - $56.25 pp Holiday Spectacular Concert Thursday, December 17 - $64.75 pp South Pacific Thursday, February 4 - $56.25 pp Curtains Saturday, March 26 - $56.25 pp I Love a Piano Thursday, May 12 - $56.25 pp
Dramaworks Theatre West Palm Beach
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KIDS CORNER Summer Program
Junior Programs Arnaud Delanoe, Junior Program Manager 241-6876 Toddler Room 8:00am - 8:00pm Game Room 8:00am - 8:00pm
Babysitting Service - Toddler Room Complimentary service available for members Mon, Wed & Fri 9:00am - 12:00pm Tue & Thur 3:00pm - 6:00pm Sat 10:00am - 12:30pm Daily maximum usage: 2 hours. Using the babysitting service, parents must remain in the gym, spa, salon, cafe or tennis center at all times in case of an emergency or need for a diaper change.
Friday, March 13
Junior Summer Pr ogram Pro T hr uJ ul y 24 hru Jul uly
Moonstone Cafe & Game Room
Monda y thr uF rida y / 9am to 3pm Monday thru Frida riday
Popcorn Provided
Kids menu and snacks available between 6:00pm - 7:00pm Pick up no later than 9:00pm. Game room open before and after the movie
Members: $235/week – Daily $55 Non-Members: $255/week – Daily $60 Sign up required Arnaud Delanoe – Jr Program Manager Afdelanoe@gmail.com 561 241 6876
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KIDS COOKING
Ladies Tennis Is Acknowledged It is a time of appreciation and acknowledgment at the annual SPBC Women’s Tennis Association luncheon. In attendance were 600 out of the 1500 ladies. This occurrence is not unusual but what makes this year’s luncheon so spectacular are all the achievements the Broken Sound Ladies Team Tennis has to celebrate. The division 2B team stayed on top the entire season and showed its success by winning a Broken Sound Ladies Team Tennis record 8 times with a maximum of 12 points. They were rewarded with a trophy for finishing in first place for the season (by a margin of 20 points!). Plus the team has been moved up by the league to Division 2A for the 201516 season.
There was a pleasant surprise at the beginning of the luncheon. Awards were given to those teams that have displayed tremendous sportsmanship throughout the season. Upon completion of each league match the opposing team has an opportunity to rate the other players on a scale from 1 to 5 for sportsmanship. Broken Sound Club’s Division 6 team was recognized and received the Sportsmanship Award in their division. Congratulations to both teams on an outstanding season! Winning two trophies is something to be quite proud of and made for an incredibly memorable luncheon!
Learnin’ with Vernon continued from page 11
2. Return of Serve No matter if it is a first serve or a second serve: GET THE RETURN IN PLAY. Too often players want to go for the “career shot” off the return. Get the point started by showing your opponent that they will not get any easy points. 3. Your First Volley As most doubles players know, doubles is won at the net. Does that mean you will be hitting winners all the time when you find yourself at the net? No, most certainly not. However, set yourself up for success by making the first volley once you have arrived at the net. When your opponent sees you at the net and you are able to make the first volley, it shows your opponent that they will have to hit great shots to beat you. Being consistent on your first volley will set you up for the finishing shot. 4. Approach Shot Transitioning to the net is a crucial part of the game. The approach shot or “transition shot” is just that, a means by which you get from the Page 14
baseline to the net. Don’t let this opportunity to get into the net turn into attempting to hit a winner. Use this to get yourself into a good position at the net. You many not think it, but by just being a presence at the net puts pressure on your opponent. 5. Opponents First Volley Most of the time I see players, while physically under control from the baseline, hit lobs when one or both of the opposing players approach the net. Don’t be so quick to hit a lob. Allow the opponent to hit a volley first. They may surprise you and hit the ball out or in the net. Making your opponent hit volley will also set up for a more effective lob. Provided the ball is kept low, making your opponents hit at least one volley promotes a closer position to the net and allows for even the average lob to be effective.
Don’t be charitable to your opponent... be rock solid on these five shots and the results will speak for themselves!
July / Aug 2015
PHONE NUMBERS
Charities
Black and White committee. Lynn Schwimer, Judi Riak, Annie DeMarzo, Beth Taubman, Patsy Tishchio (chairman), Terrie Myer BOCA FRIENDS FOR CANCER RESEARCH
The end of the season has finally arrived. The majority of the snowbirds are nesting in their northern environs and we are here at beautiful Broken Sound will have to “suffer through” without them. Oh well, it’s a terrible ordeal but someone has to do it. Empty card rooms, no wait for restaurants and a sauna outdoors whenever you want it. What a life. Boca Friends For Cancer Research, a chapter of The PAP Corp, is pleased to inform you that we raised $15,000 more than last year thanks to all of you at Broken Sound. We salute you for supporting us and hope and pray that you and your families have a wonderful, healthy summer. Our final gala Black And White night was a huge success thanks to Patsy Tischio, Judi Riak, Terrie
Myer, Beth Taubman, Annie DeMarzo, and everyone who worked with them. A job well done and attended by 300 people all beautifully dressed in black and white. Thank you ladies for all you have done and welcome to the inner circle of Boca Friends. That means fundraisers. July 22, 2105 we will be going to LIPS in Ft. Lauderdale for a drag show, diner and bitchy bingo. Interested? Call Roberta at 561-740 -3003. We have a very exciting calendar planned for next season so look for more announcements in the next bulletin and please check your mail. Want to get involved in Boca Friends? Call me, Paula Karp at 561994-6239. We will welcome you with open arms. Need a doctor referral for University of Miami? Call Arnie Spevak at 561-241-6417. Any questions or comments, please feel free to stop me as I meander around the card room. Have a healthy and happy summer and may all your dreams come true. Paula Karp and Marilyn Levine
Administration John Crean, General Manager/C.O.O. Cathy Grana, Asst. General Manager Ed Cichielo, Club House Manager Carol Boettcher, Dir., Human Resources Lisa Fuller, Executive Assistant
241-6855 241-6837 241-6866 241-6886 241-6810
Accounting Dianne Hart, Director of Finance Club Billing
241-6834 241-6848
Fitness & Spa Rotunda Reception Desk
241-6840
Food & Beverage Joe Longo, Executive Chef Tim Nelson, Food & Beverage Director Lorant G. Botha, Director of Catering Cecilia Novellino, F&B Admin Assistant Carl Ramallo, Lead Dining Reservations Hostess Podium (Main Dining Room) Old Course Bar Bistro
241-6891 241-6831 241-6892 241-6824 241-6877 241-6859 241-6854 241-6856
Golf Tee Time Computer Men’s Locker Room Ladies’ Locker Room
997-1146 241-6852 241-6822
Club Course Scott Feller, Director of Golf Pro Shop
241-6806 241-6860
Old Course John Skaf, Director of Golf Pro Shop
241-6893 994-8505
Golf Course Maintenance Shannon Easter, Director
997-7793
Membership Maureen Schreiber, Director Jean Ouellette, Assistant Elyse Arnel, Website Administrator
241-6820 241-6835 241-6872
Social Activities Al Salkeld, Director Sue Salkeld, Assistant
241-6846 241-6870
Tennis Greg Wheaton, Director Pro Shop Automated Reservations
241-6888 241-6880 989-5279
Junior Programs Arnaud Delanoe, Program Manager
241-6876
Other Numbers Access Control (Guest Access) 998-5823/5818 Banyans Gate 241-5947 Club Reception 241-6800 Broken Sound Master Association-BSMA 998-5813 Security (Yamato Road Gate) 997-6935 Valet 271-5500 Email Addresses: Department Managers firstname_lastname@brokensoundclub.org Board of Governors board_governors@brokensoundclub.org
Member Guest Saturday August 15 1:00PM $35.00 pp RSVP Carl-241-6877
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