ON THE BAY January 2017 by dbycccommunications

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GET IN TOUCH Karen Harmon, General Manager

305.964.4048 - k.harmon@dbycc.com

Cynthia Villaverde, Controller

BOARD OF DIRECTORS President.................................. David Baron Vice President.......................... John Marshall Treasurer................................. Larry Woerner Secretary..................................Ferne Kalstone Directors.................................Richard Pollack Sarah Kuhn Wini Kinney Bruce Rubin Jimmie Dresnick

305.964.4042 - c.villaverde@dbycc.com

Kathy Villamizar, Accounts Receivable Specialist 305.964.4044 - memberbilling@dbycc.com Carmen Fadraga, Director of Human Resources 305.964.4043 - c.fadraga@dbycc.com

Laura Decker, Director of Mktg. & Membership 305.964.4053 - l.decker@dbycc.com

Daniella Tosta, Mktg. & Membership Manager 305.964.4049 - d.tosta@dbycc.com

Bryan Rodriguez, Mktg. & Communications Manager 305.964.4053 - communications@dbycc.com

Max Miranda, Director of Food & Beverage 305.964.4045 - m.miranda@dbycc.com

Luke Livingston, Executive Chef

305.254.2111 - l.livingston@dbycc.com

Rodrigo “Rod” Aguilera, Dining Room Manager 305.254.2111 - r.aguilera@dbycc.com

Kathleen Phang, Director of Catering 305.964.4050 - k.phang@dbycc.com

COMMITTEES Finance ..........................Larry Woerner Fitness............................Wini Kinney Golf & Green................David Baron & Jimmie Dresnick Grievance.......................Ferne Kalstone House.............................Sarah Kuhn Legal & By-Laws............David Baron Long Range Planning....Larry Woerner Membership....................John Marshall Nominating....................Richard Pollack Tennis/WTA..................Wini Kinney

MAIN DIRECTORY Clubhouse....................................305.254.2111 Car Wash.....................................305.710.7505 Dining & Social Reservations......305.278.8688 Fitness Center..............................305.254.2111 Front Gate Security....................305.256.2518 Golf Pro Shop.............................305.256.2500 Member Billing............................305.964.4044 Tennis Pro Shop...........................305.256.3366

Sandra Pyle, Catering Manager

305.964.4047 - s.pyle@dbycc.com

Jessica Terry, Kids & Teens Manager 305.964.4051 - j.terry@dbycc.com

David “Dave” Ragan III, Head Golf Professional 305.256.2500 - d.ragan@dbycc.com

James “Jimmy” Germana, Director of Grounds 305.256.2516 - j.germana@dbycc.com

Renny Ramirez, Director of Fitness

IN THIS ISSUE 4 A Note From The General Manager/COO 6 Get To Know Your Pros 8 Membership & Communications 9 Members’ Birthdays 10 Pictures 14 Let Us Create Your Remarkable Event 16 Chef’s Recipe 17 Employee Spotlight 18 Events Calendar

305.254.2111 - fitnesscenter@dbycc.com

Pedro Leon, Director of Tennis

305.256.3366 - p.leon@dbycc.com

Cheryl Porter, Head Tennis Professional 305.256.3366 - c.porter@dbycc.com

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A N O T E FROM THE GENERAL MANAGER/COO

he sun continues to shine bright as we get ready to ring in the New Year. We thank you for your continued support and look forward to seeing you at all of our upcoming events. 2016 has ended as one of our most successful years to date. We’ve seen an increase in family memberships and with the Young Executive Initiative, lead by your Boards’ new Vice President, John Marshall, we hope to see it rise even more. Across all departments we’ve been seeing more members than ever due to increased participation, especially in: DBKT (Deering Bay Kids & Teens), Dining and Social and more registrations for our Summer Camp, Fall Festival and the Annual Holiday party. We love that you love to be here and participate in all that we have to offer. The Golf and Grounds Department continue to demonstrate why our signature Arnold Palmer course is so prestigious and why only at DBYCC you’ll be able to get in your best game ever. Not to say it was a breeze this year, due to the challenges of the 19th hole being closed and increased MPOA dues, but we thank you for your patience during this time. The Tennis and Fitness departments have added exciting new classes and in order to meet everyone’s busy schedule, more flexible times for you to come in. Your Executive Chef continues to surpass everyone’s expectations, members and staff alike, with his new quarterly dining menus, set up with the elegance of beautiful ice sculptures for ambiance that can be seen at many of our Member Mixers and Holiday Brunches. These are only some of the many reasons why I would like to take this time to recognize our amazing staff, whom without, any of this would have not been possible. We are very fortunate to have a team who has made us proud and take great pleasure in the success of DBYCC. I want to personally thank them for all of their excellent support and guidance throughout the years and many more to come.

Did you taste what Chef Luke Livingston prepared last night? “Wow, the service was wonderful!” These are the type of comments we are receiving. The buzz of happy members makes it more important than ever for you and your guests to call ahead to make dining reservations so you don’t miss out! Not only does this allow for us to serve you better, but our kitchen staff can prepare ahead of time if we know that you have allergies or just don’t like certain foods period. We’ll be able to properly execute a meal made just for you that you and your guests won’t soon forget! As you know the Board of Directors elections were held in early December, and I personally want to thank Maurice Kutner for his participation. I strongly encourage him and all members to join a committee so we can hear what you have to say about how to make your Club the best it can be. Both Richard Pollack and Sarah Kuhn were re-elected to the Board; and we would now like to welcome our newest member, Jimmie Dresnick, which brings us to a grand total of nine board members. The officers who were elected are as follows: David Baron, President John Marshall, Vice President Larry Woerner, Treasurer Ferne Kalstone, Secretary Congratulations everyone! I sincerely wish you and yours a happy, healthy and prosperous 2017! I look forward to seeing everyone around the Club and as always, if you have any questions, comments or concerns, please don’t hesitate to contact me at 305.964.4048 - k.harmon@ dbycc.com.

All the best,

Karen General Manager/COO

LET’S T A L K

OPEN FORUM Troon Golf Management Company

W E L C O M E ! NEW MEMBERS Robert & Lynn Bernstein Preview Golf Dr. Ramon & Maria Cabreja Preview Golf

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6:30PM

•No decisions have been made •We want to hear what Troon has to say and what they can offer •We want you to have the opportunity to ask questions

POOL TERRACE

SAVE THE DATE

UM SYLVESTER CANCER LINK BENEFIT GOLF TOURNAMENT

in memory of Barbara Gelber

9AM SHOTGUN START - GUESTS ARE WELCOME

SPONSORSHIPS AVAILABLE BREAKFAST $1,000

LUNCHEON $3,500

ON-COURSE CONTEST SPONSORSHIP $1,000

WINNERS AWARDS SPONSORSHIP $1,000

HOLE SPONSORSHIPS BRONZE SPONSORSHIP $250

SILVER SPONSORSHIP $500

GOLD SPONSORSHIP $1,000

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GET TO KNOW

DAVID “DAVE” RAGAN III HEAD GOLF PROFESSIONAL

CRAIG MERLIN ASST. GOLF PROFESSIONAL

JOHN PALLOT ASST. GOLF PROFESSIONAL

Birth place: Orlando, FL

Birth place: Miami, FL

Birth place: Miami Beach, FL

Favorite golf player: Rory Mcilroy

Favorite golf player: Tiger Woods

Favorite golf player: Arnold Palmer

Favorite food: Lasagna

Favorite food: Filet Mignon

Favorite food: Stone Crabs

Before DBYCC I worked at: Trump National Doral

Before DBYCC I worked at: Biltmore Hotel

Before DBYCC I worked at: International Links Melreese Country Club

Reason why I started playing golf: My family

Reason why I started playing golf: Spend more time with my dad

Interesting fact about me: I have four brothers

Interesting fact about me: NCAA Division 1 Water Polo

Artist or Song: Don’t Look Back- Boston

Artist or Song: Kings of Leon

Interesting fact about me: 1 putted every hole in a 18 hole round

Movie: Jaws

Movie: Man on Fire

Artist or Song: Here Comes the Sun- The Beatles

Cartoon: Bugs Bunny

Cartoon: Family Guy

Movie: Caddyshack

Color: Light Blue

Color: Green

Cartoon: Bugs Bunny

Car: Porsche

Car: Lamborghini

Color: Green

Place to visit: Monte Carlo

Place to visit: Republic of Maldives

Car: 1969 Camaro

Reason why I started playing golf: Moved across the street from the Granada Golf Course as a child

Place to visit: St. Andrews, Scotland

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W Y O U R PROS

DANIEL “DAN” TUPAJ ASST. GOLF PROFESSIONAL

PEDRO LEON DIRECTOR OF TENNIS

CHERYL PORTER HEAD TENNIS PROFESSIONAL

Birth place: New Castle, AU

Birth place: Santa Clara, Cuba

Birth place: Miami, FL

Favorite golf player: Greg Norman

Favorite tennis player: Roger Federer

Favorite food: Rib Eye

Favorite food: Pasta

Favorite food: Steak

Before DBYCC I worked at: Trump National Doral

Before DBYCC I worked at: Biltmore Tennis Center

Before DBYCC I worked at: Independent tennis instructor

Reason why I started playing golf: Started my career as a teacher, loved golf and combined them both as a PGA Professional

Reason why I started playing tennis: It was just my calling from a young age

Reason why I started playing tennis: Bonding time with my cousins growing up

Interesting fact about me: Suflock County 800 meters track champion

Interesting fact about me: Former Cuba Davis Cup team player

Interesting fact about me: Winner of the USTA National SR. Tournament 55+ and a five sport athlete in high school

Artist or Song: Clocks- Coldplay

Artist or Song: Marc Anthony

Movie: Forrest Gump

Movie: The Gladiator

Cartoon: Family Guy

Cartoon: Tom & Jerry

Color: Blue

Color: Green

Car: 1968 Corvette

Car: Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 63

Place to visit: Japan

Place to visit: Switzerland

Artist or Song: Adele Movie: Little Miss Sunshine Cartoon: Tom & Jerry Color: Pink Car: 1992 Mazda Miata Place to visit: Hilton Head, SC JANUARY 2017 • 7

M E M B E R S H I P & COMMUNICATIONS

he most critical factor for success in a private club is success in membership. Did you know it also happens to be the most fun? While the staff, amenities and location of Deering Bay make the Club very enticing, you, our dedicated members, seal the deal by creating an experience unlike any other. You are ambassadors, friends, neighbors, fellow Club members and leaders in the South Florida community. You represent some of the most innovative minds, exceptional personalities and dedicated spirits. This is the year to do it! Why not invite your friends and family to join this unique group? We believe new member referral is the foundation of our Club. We want to be the most desirable Country Club in Miami. We want to offer the best service and amenities possible. We want you, our members, to continue to feel pride in your Club. After all, you are the best source for new members! So why not invite your friends and associates to take a closer look at our special piece of paradise? We agree! In a Club owned by the members, it only makes sense for you to help choose the next generation of members. Our Member Referral System makes it easy to refer a friend or family member.

We are all very proud of Deering Bay Yacht & Country Club, so let us help you refer a member today. Chose whatever method is easiest for you (See below) and we’ll take care of the rest! 1. Fill out the form on our website at www.dbycc.com 2. Call the membership office at 305-964-4046 with their name and information. 3. Stop by the office and tell us in person. 4. The Club will send your invitee an invitation to membership along with a chance to spend a Day at the Bay with golf and lunch or activity of their choice. 5. Your invitee will be our VIP for the day and we will introduce them to the Club and they will thank you for the experience they had.

Best Regards,

Laura Director of Membership

Congratulations! Robert Sperber

Winner of the Membership Ambassador Raffle for December Thank you for your referral. Please see Laura or Daniella in the Membership Office to receive your prize of Mini Brunch for two with mimosas or a Golf Foursome.

“The staff remembers us every time we return to Deering and make it feel like our home away from home. Our friends have enjoyed visiting us in our second home and marvel at how seamless the transition has been. Our family enjoys all aspects of the club, the wildlife, the diversity and cultural offering of Miami, but most importantly the feeling that we really are returning home every time we escape the Canadian winter.” -Shuchi Stanger, Full Golf Congratulations Samantha Mase for achieving the Women Sling/Pole Spear World Record 9.3 kg, 20.5lbs. Grouper, Yellowfish Mycteroperca venenosa 5-27-2016 • Bahamas JANUARY 2017 • 8

JANUARY Joyce Cantor Sandy Collins

Narc Lippman Roberto Saverin

Jane Nosbusch Joel Schenkman

Kimberly Wood

Mortiz Doerig Marlene Olin

Ferne Cohen Michael Pacin

Roberto De La Guardia

Winifred Kinney Joan Levinson

Eileen Alvo Flavia Berti Geraldine Blakely

Ismael Perera Gilbert Tendler

Maria Dejanovic Michael Gordon Gabriela Liebert Jeanette Tegnelia

Kevin Coy

Oscar Roiz

Keith Asplundh Rita Glassman

Leonard Hankerson Judy Zisook

Serena Goodman Robert Maynes

Rishona Bleakly

Jim Hammel Karin Roth Julie Thornton Jose Vargas

Judi Lubel Martin Osman Electra Spillis

Lori Bean Christina Habacht Lois Lester Thomas Wyss

Sonia Eggert Kathi Fisher Paul Lester Eleni Sigala

Deborah Herington Eric Woolworth

Fran Blum

Brian Briz Nanette Lippman

Howard Barker Arthur Finkle Gail Frankel Norma Reisman

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F O O D & BEVERAGE Guests will certainly find something to cater to their culinary preference. With the ultimate care and concern representing all dietary needs, we can prepare cuisines from around the globe for you and yours to feel at home.

C Y R S T A L ROOM

F L O O R PLANS

V E N D O R COLLABORATION We will work with your vendors to make sure that your event is everything you want it to be and more! From flowers, giveaways, photo booths and much more, the possibilities are endless.

M A I N DINING ROOM

$250 780 SQ. FT. 60 PEOPLE

W I N E CELLAR $150 14 PEOPLE

C A T E R I N G PROFESSIONALS Your ideal wedding planners that have been creatively collaborating for over six years at DBYCC. Both are detail orientated, have strong customer service skills and are incredibly reliable.

Please conta ct g, Director o f Catering, k .phang@dbyc c.com or Sandra Pyle , Catering M a n ager, s.pyle@ to book you dbycc.com r next ideal celebration today!

Kathleen Ph an

P O O L TERRACE

$400 882 SQ. FT. 80 PEOPLE

$400 1,418 SQ. FT. FALL 2016 â&#x20AC;¢ 15 120 PEOPLE

C H E F’ S RECIPE

Strawberry Baked Brie Prep time: 15 Minutes Cook time: 15 Minutes Serves: 4

“A great recipe to share with friends and family over the holiday especially while watching a good game of football!” INGREDIENTS • 1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed • 1 8oz wheel brie cheese • 1 8oz container strawberry preserves • 1 8oz package assorted crackers • 1 8oz package assorted nuts • 1 8oz package assorted dried fruits • 1 egg beaten

DIRECTIONS 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Lightly grease a sheet pan. 2. Lay the puff pastry on a sheet pan. Place the brie in the center of the pastry dough. Top the brie with strawberry preserves and bundle the pastry dough around the brie. Sort of like you are wrapping a present. Just make sure you cover the entire brie so the cheese and/or the strawberry doesn’t leak out. 3. Brush the pastry with egg. With the extra pieces of puff pastry you can use a cookie cutter and cut different shapes out to decorate the brie. JANUARY 2017 • 16

4. Put the brie in the freezer for about an hour this will harden the cheese so it doesn’t get to soft when you bake. 5. Bake for 15 minutes at 350 degrees. 6. When golden brown place on a cutting board. Place crackers, nuts and cheese neatly around cutting board.

Enjoy!

M A N A G E R S OF THE QUARTER 2016

1ST QUARTER Sandra Pyle Catering Manager

2ND QUARTER Rafael Jarquin Asst. Golf Course Superintendent

3RD QUARTER Bryan Rodriguez Marketing & Communications Manager

4TH QUARTER Luke Livingston Executive Chef

E M P L O Y E E S OF THE QUARTER 2016

1ST QUARTER Erik Ruiz Facilities

2ND QUARTER Carlos Hubert PM Sous Chef

3RD QUARTER Greg McNesky Head Bartender

4TH QUARTER Carmelo Carla Food Runner

In recognition of their hard work, selflessness, excellence and collaboration amongst fellow team members and club members we will like to thank our “all-star” employees OF 2016 JANUARY 2017 • 17

W E E K L Y EVENTS DINING MINI BRUNCH Sundays • 11:30AM - 3PM

JANUARY

HAPPY HOUR Wednesdays & Fridays • 4 - 7PM PASTA NIGHT Thursdays • 6 - 9PM LOBSTER SPECIAL Fridays • 6 - 9PM ROASTED PRIME RIB Saturdays • 6 - 9PM

FITNESS AQUATIC AEROBICS Tuesdays & Fridays • 11AM BARRE Thursdays • 6:30PM Fridays • 9AM BODY AWAKEN Tuesdays & Fridays • 8AM BODY SCULPT Wednesdays & Fridays • 9AM

SUN

MON

OPEN FOR MINI BRUNCH & GOLF

TUE

Women’s Match Play

Round 1

Round of 16

OPEN FORUM

PILATES Thursdays • 8AM

POWER SCULPT Thursdays • 8AM

GOLF

WOMEN’S CLINICS Wednesdays • 9 - 10AM Saturdays • 11AM - 12PM

Men’s Team Match Play Women’s Match Play Quarter Final

Women’s Competitive Interclub Match

WOMEN’S & MEN ROUND ROBIN Tuesdays • 7 - 9PM WOMEN’S BASIC SKILLS Wednesdays • 9:30 - 11AM DROP-IN SOCIAL JANUARY 2017••9AM 18 Saturdays

Men’s Team Match Play

Round of 16

Qualifying Round

14*

Men’s Interclub

Ladies Luncheon

WGA

Women’s Match Play

Men’s Team Match Play

Epic Day

Women’s Match Play

Quarter Final

Field Day

Round 2

Movie Night

Book Club

WGA

Women’s Match Play

Quarter Final

Member Mixer

Women’s Match Play

Semi-Finals

Women’s Match Play

Quarter Final

Comedy Club Movie Night

Semi-Finals

The Secret Life of Pets

Women’s Match Play Semi-Finals

Women’s Match Play

Semi-Finals

Wine Maker’s Dinner

WGA

Women’s Match Play

MGA

Women’s Match Play

Finals

Sunshine Saturday

Women’s Match Play

TENNIS

WOMEN’S CLINICS Mondays & Thursdays • 9:30 - 11AM

Women’s Match Play

Finals

Semi-Finals

PEE-WEE CLINICS (10 & under) Tuesdays & Thursdays • 4 - 4:45PM Saturdays • 9 - 10AM JUNIOR CLINICS (11 & up) Tuesdays & Thursdays • 5 - 6PM Saturdays • 10 - 11AM

SAT

Pete’s Dragon

LITTLE PUTTERS CLINIC (10 & under) Tuesdays & Thursdays • 3:30 - 4:15PM JUNIOR CLINICS (11 & up) Tuesdays & Thursdays • 4:30 - 5:30PM

Quarter Final

Final Round

STRETCH-BREATHE-MEDITATE Tuesdays • 9AM

FRI

Women’s Match Play

Men’s Team Match Play Women’s Match Play

THU

OPEN FOR LUNCH & GOLF

Round of 16

POWER FLEX Mondays • 9AM

WED

Making Paper Snowman

Women’s Match Play Finals

Women’s Match Play

Presidents Cup

Finals

Round 3 Dec. 13th Jan. 8th Round 4 Jan. 10th 29th Semi-Finals Jan. 31st Feb. 12th

DINING & SOCIAL

*Women’s Match Play

GOLF

KIDS & TEENS

SATURDAY, JANUARY 21ST • 8:00PM • $19++ (ENTRANCE TO SHOW) Please make your dinner reservation before the show • Appetizers available for purchase AT THE SHOW

PLEASE RSVP 305.278.8688 - RESERVATIONS@DBYCC.COM 48-HOUR CANCELLATION POLICY No babysitter? Don’t worry. We have you covered! Let the children enjoy Movie Night while you enjoy2017 the•comedy. JANUARY 19

February 23 - 25, 2017 Thursday, February 23RD

Friday, February 24TH

Saturday, February 25TH

8:00aM - 3:30PM Practice Round Registration in Crystal Room Best Ball of Two and Skins (Must play with another team or a marker)

7:30 - 8:30am Breakfast Served - 19TH HOLE

8:30am Shotgun Start for First Round Matches

8:30am Shotgun Start for Fourth Round Matches

11:00am Shotgun Start for Second Round Matches

11:00am Shotgun Start for Fifth Round Matches

1:00am - 2:00pm Cookout Lunch-19th Hole

2:00pm Shootout Snacks and Beverages

2:00pm Shotgun Start for Third Round Matches

2:30pm Sudden Death Shoot-Out Starting on Hole #14

6:00pm Cocktail Party- CRYSTAL ROOM (Country Club Casual Dress-Stag) 7:00pm Dinner Served-Pool Terrace

Upon Conclusion Prize Presentation-19th Hole Cocktails & Hors Dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Oeuvres-(Spouses welcome)

PLEASE CONTACT THE GOLF PRO SHOP WITH ANY QUESTIONS 305.256.2500 - GOLFSHOP@DBYCC.COM