WELCOME
GENERAL MANAGER MESSAGE
John Sexton
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essage finds you well and enjoying the wonderful weather we've been having at Tarpon Cove. As we move into April, we have a very busy calendar of events planned for the Club Beginning with live entertainment at the Tiki this Friday and our Shoreline Buffet Dinner Dueling Pianos returns on the 8th and has proven to be a very popular event.
Our End of Season Bash is scheduled for the 12th and will feature the wonderful sounds of The Girls of Motown Omar Baker will be joining us for his ever-popular Dance Party on the 16th
The tennis center remains busy with clinics, lessons and league play. Pop Tennis is continuing to gain newcomers enjoying our Thursday afternoon get togethers Pop in to get acquainted! Remember to check out the available merchandise in the pro shop. Myke and Phil have created a great selection of logo wear.
Easter will be celebrated at the club with a sumptuous brunch buffet and maybe a visit from the Easter Bunny himself. Reservations are filling up fast.
Our next Sunset Cruise will be on the 22nd.
Warm regards,
John Sexton General Manager
MEET OUR TEAM
MEMBERSHIP DIRECTOR
Alyssa Schlegel aschlegel@tarponcoveclub com 239-592-9808
CLUB MANAGER
Kadie DiGiorgio kadie@tarponcoveclub.com 239-592-9808
EXECUTIVE CHEF
Marc Petralia mpetralia@tarponcoveclub com 239-592-9808
CAPTAIN
Justin McKenna jmckenna@tarponcoveclub com 239-592-9808
DIRECTOR OF TENNIS
Phil Landauer plandauer22@hotmail.com 239-513-9242
DIRECTOR OF TENNIS
Myke Loomis Landauer mloomis@tarponcoveclub com 239-513-9242
DIRECTOR OF FACILITY MAINTENANCE
Harry Keel hkeel@tarponcoveclub.com 239-592-9808
NEW MEMBERS
MEMBERSHIP UPDATE
AswewelcomethemonthofApril,we’reexcitedtobringyouanarrayofeventsdesignedtohelpyoumakethemostofthe beautifulspringseasonatTarponCoveYacht&RacquetClub Fromlivemusictoexclusivesocialgatherings,there'splenty tolookforwardtothismonth
KickstarttheMonthwithLiveMusicThisFriday,we’rekickingoffthemonthwithlivemusicduringHappyHour It’sthe perfectopportunitytorelaxandunwind,enjoygreatcompany,andenjoyarefreshingdrinkwhilelisteningtolocaltalent PoolsideFun&DeliciousTreatsSaturday,April3rd,we’llbeofferingpoolsidepizzaandItalianiceforafun,casualafternoon bythepoolThere’snobetterwaytospendyourweekendthanrelaxinginthesun,enjoyinggreatfood,andcoolingoffwith somerefreshingtreats
DuelingPianos–ANightYouWon’tForgetOneofourmostpopularevents,DuelingPianos,isbackonApril8th.Theenergy isunmatchedastwotalentedpianistsbattleitoutforyourrequests,creatinganinteractiveandentertainingnightthat’ssure tohaveyousingingalonganddancing.
CelebratetheEndoftheSeasonAsweapproachtheendofanotherfantasticseason,we’llbehostingourEnd-of-Season PartyonApril12th Thisannualcelebrationistheperfectopportunitytogatherwithfriends,reflectontheseason’s highlights,andtoasttothememoriesmadeIt’saneventyouwon’twanttomiss! GetReadyforaSunsetCruiseTocapoffthemonth,we’reofferingaSunsetCruiseonApril22ndThisisabeautifulwayto experiencethenaturalbeautyofourareainthebestcompany
StayConnectedandReserveEarlyWithsomanyexcitingeventsonthecalendar,weencourageyoutoreserveyourspots early,astheytendtofillupquickly Whetheryou'relookingtoenjoylivemusic,indulgeinafundanceparty,orsimplyrelax bythepool,there'ssomethingforeveryonethisApril
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MEMBER SPOTLIGHT
WeareexcitedtointroduceMarkandKathySandersasthenewest membersofTarponCoveYacht&RacquetClub!Recently,they purchasedabeautifulhomewithinourcommunity,andtheyare thrilledtobejoiningtheTarponCovefamily
MarkandKathyarepassionateaboutgoodfood,exceptionalwine, andthejoyofsharingtheseexperienceswithfriends.They’re especiallyexcitedtogetinvolvedinourfoodandwineeventsand arelookingforwardtoalltheopportunitiestoconnectwithfellow membersoversharedculinarydelights.
OneofthethingsthatMarkandKathyaremostlookingforwardto isbringingtheirfriendstotheclub,aswellasmakingnewones Theybelieveinthepowerofcommunityandareeagertoexpand theircircle,whetherthroughsocialevents,diningexperiences,or simplyrelaxingbythepool
We’resohappytohaveMarkandKathyaspartofourcommunity, andwecan'twaittoseethemmakethemostofeverythingTarpon Covehastooffer.Pleasejoinusinwelcomingthemtotheclub!
Welcome,MarkandKathy–welookforwardtomanygreat momentstogether!
Alyssa Schlegel
TENNIS
TENNIS PRO
Myke Loomis-Landauer
nis Fun at Tarpon Cove! ☀
ull swing, and we ’ re loving the warm, sunny days out on the courts and around the fitness center! There’s plenty of action happening, so come join the fun!
�� Cheer on Our League Teams!
We’ve got three Tarpon Cove teams competing in the Spring League Season, and they’d love your support! Check the weekly flyers for their home match schedules and stop by to cheer them on Let’s show them some home-court energy! ��
�� POP Tennis – Thursdays at 3:30 PM!
Looking for a fast, fun game? Join us for POP Tennis every Thursday at 3:30 PM! No paddle? No problem! We’ve got paddles available to check out anytime. Grab some friends and hit the courts whenever they’re open!
�� Need a Practice Partner? Try the Ball Machine!
As some of our regular players head out for the season, don’t forget about your best practice partner – the Ball Machine! Available to rent by the hour or by the month, it’s a fantastic way to sharpen your skills and get a great workout.
See you on the courts! ��☀ – Myke
TENNIS EVENTS
April5th|8:30am CardioTennis
April12th|8:30am CardioTennis
April19th|8:30am CardioTennis
April26th|8:30am CardioTennis
EveryThursday|3:30pm PopTennis
mloomis@tarponcoveclub.com
CALENDAR
April Events
WEDNESDAY
OMAR BAKER DANCE PARTY 5:30PM 16
Come listen to everyone ’ s favorite local singer Omar Baker. Space is limited so make your reservations fast before you miss out.
SUNSET CRUISE
6:30PM
Don't miss out on one of the best things SWFL has to offer, the sunset! Enjoy light hors deuvres and assortment of alcohol and non alcohol drinks.
TUESDAY
22
FRIDAY
FARMER’S MARKET 9:00AM 25
Don't miss out on our monthly farmer’s market. Come out and support locally owned businesses.
WEEKLY TRADITIONS
For more information call 239.592.9808
TUESDAY-THURSDAY: Happy Hour 3-5pm
FRIDAY: Happy Hour, 4-7 pm
SATURDAY: Happy Hour 3-5pm
SUNDAY: Breakfast Buffet 9:30am-11:30am
FOOD & BEVERAGE
FEATURED RECIPIE
Marc Petralia
Best Breakfast Casserole (Hash Browns & Eggs)
Ingredients
1 (2 pound) package frozen hash brown
potatoes, thawed
1 pound pork sausage
1 small onion, diced
5 large eggs
½ cup milk
½ teaspoon onion powder
⅛ teaspoon garlic powder
salt and ground black pepper to taste
12 ounces shredded Cheddar cheese
Instructions
Gather all ingredients.
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease an 8-inch square pan; add hash brown potatoes and arrange in an even layer
Place sausage and onion in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir until the sausage is browned and crumbled, about 10 minutes; drain
Meanwhile, whisk eggs, milk, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper together in a large bowl until well combined.
Pour over the potatoes and sprinkle with 1/2 of the Cheddar cheese.
Add sausage mixture on top and sprinkle with remaining Cheddar Cover with aluminum foil
Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour
Remove foil; return casserole to the oven and bake until a knife inserted into the center comes out clean, about 10 minutes. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.
APRIL IS STRESS AWARENESS MONTH WELLNESS
AprilisnotjustaboutshowersthatbringMayflowers;it’salsoStressAwarenessMonth,atimeto shine a light on the importance of mental health and managing stress effectively. In a world where life seems to be constantly accelerating, taking care of our mental well-being is crucial. Let’s get intowhatStressAwarenessMonthisallaboutandhowyoucaneasilynavigateit.
WhatisStressAwarenessMonth?
Stress Awareness Month aims to increase awareness about the causes and cures of stress. It encourages individuals to recognize the signs of stress, manage it effectively, and seek support when needed. During April, various organizations, communities, and individuals come together to provideresources,support,andeducationonstressmanagementtechniques.
Whyisitimportant?
Stress affects us all at some point in our lives, but chronic stress can have detrimental effects on both our physical and mental health. From headaches and fatigue to anxiety and depression, stress can manifest in numerous ways, impacting our quality of life and productivity. By raising awareness about stress and its effects, we empower individuals to take proactive steps to mitigateitsimpactandimprovetheiroverallwell-being.
Howcanyouparticipate?
Participating in Stress Awareness Month can be as simple as taking time to reflect on your stress levelsandimplementingstrategiestomanagethem.Herearesomepracticaltipstogetstarted: Identify stressors: Take note of the factors in your life that contribute to your stress levels, whetherit’sworkdeadlines,financialpressures,orrelationshipissues.
Practice self-care: Make self-care a priority by engaging in activities that promote relaxation andwell-being,suchasexercise,meditation,orspendingtimewithlovedones.
Set boundaries: Learn to say no to activities or commitments that add unnecessary stress to yourlife.Settingboundariesisessentialforpreservingyourmentalhealth.
Seek support: Don’t hesitate to reach out to friends, family, or mental health professionals for support when needed. Talking about your feelings can help alleviate stress and provide valuableperspective
Take breaks: Incorporate regular breaks into your routine to rest and recharge. Whether it’s a short walk outdoors or a few moments of deep breathing, these pauses can help prevent burnoutandimproveresilience.
By participating in Stress Awareness Month and adopting healthy coping mechanisms, you can take proactive steps toward managing stress and improving your overall well-being Remember, it’s okay to ask for help when needed, and prioritizing your mental health is essential for leading a fulfilling life. Let’s make April not just a month of stress, but a month of empowerment and resilience.
