OFF THE TEE June 2023

OFF THE TEE

PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE

Dear Friends,

As we start our 102nd season, I am honored and privileged to serve as your President. It is incredible to think that our golf club was founded way back in 1921 and we have been going strong ever since!

I often wonder what my favorite part of our club is…our golf course and practice facilities are world class and the clubhouse provides that special feeling of being at home. Dining at the club is akin to being in any of my favorite restaurants and celebrations at the club always leave me with lasting memories. That all being said, over the years, we have grown into much more than just a golf club with great food and amenities. We are truly a community of philanthropists using our love for golf to make a real difference in the lives of those around us.

BABES AGAINST CANCER

The Babes Against Cancer program (formerly known as the Babe Zaharias Tournaments) raises over $1 million annually through the joint efforts of country clubs in the New York Metro area. FMCC continues to be a stalwart in raising substantial sums to support the American Cancer Society and their mission of ending cancer as we know it. Our funds also contribute to cancer treatment for those who cannot afford it and to cancer awareness. Our efforts are led by a fabulous group of women, co-chairs Freddie Kadden and Judy Liman, and Ellen Grossman, Lana Bakhash, Sandy Seltzer, Ilene Schuman and Shari Iscaowitz. The annual luncheon event will be hosted at the club on July 11, 2023. There are many opportunities to support this great cause by attending the luncheon, placing an ad in their journal, and participating in their various outreach efforts.

UJA

For over a century, FMCC has been raising funds for important charities such as Babes Against Cancer, United Jewish Appeal, North Shore University Hospital, and the Caddy Scholarship Fund, amongst others. In my view, our golf club is much more than a group of golfers playing for personal pleasure. We are a team joined together by a shared commitment to making a change in the world. Of course, we all come together to enjoy and share our passion for golf, but it's the focus on giving back that sets us apart.

FMCC has also supported UJA with our annual UJA day including a golf tournament and lavish luncheon. UJA does so much for so many in caring for people in need, strengthening Jewish life, promoting justice and inclusion, and fighting against antisemitism. I am proud to announce that our long time members Phil and Stacey Malakoff have been selected to be honored by UJA at the North Shore Dinner to be held on September 27, 2023. I urge everyone to come out to support Phil and Stacey and this great cause.

CADDY SCHOLARSHIP FUND

The MGA Caddy Scholarship Fund grants awards to an average of 250 scholars a year, representing an annual one-year tuition commitment of $1.0 million. The Caddy Scholarship Fund is one of the largest organizations of its kind in the country and it serves to aid those caddies who strive for education but can not afford it. The donations made by all of us go a very long way to

HOWARD S. HERSHENHORN

It is an honor to be part of a club where the members continually demonstrate such heart, dedication, and generosity.

improving the lives of so many caddies who dedicate themselves to us on the golf course.

NORTH SHORE HOSPITAL

This institution needs no introduction. Our annual donation goes towards many programs that benefit the surrounding community. Advancing care across our community hospitals and in critical areas where the need is greatest; behavioral health, employee wellness, health equity, and cancer care. Country clubs like ours are seen as a symbol of wealth and status. While we offer a range of services and amenities geared towards enhancing our lifestyles, I fervently believe that we also have a responsibility to give back to the community. I also have no doubt that our charitable donations create a ripple effect, inspiring others to give back as well.

It is an honor to be part of a club where the members continually demonstrate such heart, dedication, and generosity. I am excited about the future of our club and the positive impact that we will continue to make in our community.

As we enter our 102nd season, I know that we will continue to make our mark as more than just a golf club and use our shared passion for golf to make a difference in the world. Thank you for all that you do for so many others.

Howard S. Hershenhorn, President

General Manager Edward G. Leonard President Howard Hershenhorn Vice President Steven Marvin

Secretary Steven Mitchell Treasurer Steven Kleinberg Editors Marion Sussman & Dina Siegel

FMCC Babes Against Cancer Kick-off

GENERAL MANAGER'S MESSAGE

The season has begun at our Club, and in stellar fashion. From golf, food and beverage, and events, our numbers have us at a start we haven’t seen in a while. Mother’s Day was the busiest day since 2017. Golf on weekends finds us with a full Tee sheet and then some.

We started happily early, four weeks earlier than previous years, and opened the lunch buffets as well to a busy dine-around.

Last fall, we launched a Sunday brunch and have yet to look back. Even the winter season had over 100 guests and new members from the local area and New York joined us with their families and friends. So Sunday brunch is here to stay at Fresh Meadow. We have new offerings, weekly specials, and a new display for pastries and baked goods to make it truly the best brunch on the Island and value.

Communication with the members has been a focus for us to ensure everyone knows what events and happenings are scheduled. Our new book app issuu, allows us to send a calendar, flyers, and menus with a link that, when opened reads like a book page by page and can be accessed by computer, phone, or tablet.

Our new Member Text program allows us to send out reminders, quick messages, and links to reels and flyers with the touch of a button. Statistics show emails get about a 20% open rate and about a 6% response rate. Texts have a near 98% open rate and a 45% response rate. Our reservation system, with opening dates and closing dates system, has worked well, and 96% of members make reservations

well in advance for events and dining. Notices are sent when the date reservations are open. Reservations are important and strongly suggested for all holidays and special events, as we saw Mother’s Day Brunch reach capacity within 12 days from the time reservations were opened. Reservations assist us in preparing and managing our goal to deliver a great member experience with better planning regarding labor and food production. Members with reservations now have reserved cards on the tables and preference of seating on a first come basis.

Ladies and gentleman serving ladies and gentleman.

An exciting summer and fall season awaits. The 255 Café at the pool features a new menu along with a new summer lunch menu in the main clubhouse. The Halfway House is streamlined with a new look and new offerings from on the menu, on tap tea and coffee, gelato made to order and much more.

Friday night dining sees solid participation in both the dine-around and the prix fixe a la carte dinner. It has fans from both sides of the membership, and we shall rotate the Friday nights for the remainder of the season. When possible, we will also look to do pop–up events on select nights. A Fresh Meadow dining guide will also be sent shortly, with information on all things culinary and front-of-house and club guidelines

EDWARD G. LEONARD, CMC

for booking parties and events at Fresh Meadow.

for booking parties and events at Fresh Meadow.

A member survey will be sent to all members towards the end of summer and early fall. Feedback on club operations and other services will be offered as we continuously work to improve. The important part of the survey will be the member feedback and the future of Fresh Meadow as we start planning the muchneeded refresh of the clubhouse and essential repairs and look to the future with possibilities as a club workspace, casual eatery, and other exciting concepts that bring Fresh Meadow into the next chapter. Clubs all over are undergoing major renovations, building new facilities, and offering more amenities than ever.

A member survey will be sent to all members towards the end of summer and early fall. Feedback on club operations and other services will be offered as we continuously work to improve. The important part of the survey will be the member feedback and the future of Fresh Meadow as we start planning the muchneeded refresh of the clubhouse and essential repairs and look to the future with possibilities as a club workspace, casual eatery, and other exciting concepts that bring Fresh Meadow into the next chapter. Clubs all over are undergoing major renovations, building new facilities, and offering more amenities than ever.

The labor market, or lack of continues to give all clubs, hotels, and resorts challenges. We secured several

The labor market, or lack of continues to give all clubs, hotels, and resorts challenges. We secured several

internationals to help us deliver the member experience this season but not the number we needed.

internationals to help us deliver the member experience this season but not the number we needed.

Golf events are in full swing with the Men’s and Ladies' opening day events. Many more to come, and of course, we are all working together for the Babes to ensure our Club, its members, and others support this important and very worthwhile cause. Fresh Meadow is truly a special club, and the team and I are working hard to deliver a truly memorable experience.

Golf events are in full swing with the Men’s and Ladies' opening day events. Many more to come, and of course, we are all working together for the Babes to ensure our Club, its members, and others support this important and very worthwhile cause. Fresh Meadow is truly a special club, and the team and I are working hard to deliver a truly memorable experience.

Thank you for being a Fresh Meadow Country Club member and supporting all we do to make your Club a home away from home.

Thank you for being a Fresh Meadow Country Club member and supporting all we do to make your Club a home away from home.

Edward G. Leonard, CMC, General Manager / COO

Edward G. Leonard, CMC, General Manager / COO

MEMORIAL DAY PARTY

MEMORIAL DAY PARTY

GOLF MESSAGE

The 2023 Golf Season is off to a hot start. The weather has been great, the golf course is in wonderful shape, and the number of members playing golf is AWESOME. We would like to welcome all new members to our Fresh Meadow Family and welcome back our Florida members.

The game of GOLF is booming around the world and golf here at Fresh Meadow is soaring. With the number of new members and rounds being played, we remind you that it is every members responsibility to continue to care for our golf course by fixing your divots, repairing your ball marks, raking your bunkers, and parking your carts in the appropriate areas to keep our course looking fantastic.

GOLF PROFESSIONAL STAFF

We would like to welcome back our returning staff, Lead Assistant Professional Ted Heins, Assistant Professional Ben Franjione and Teaching Professional Tyler Slocum. New to the Golf Staff this season is Assistant Professional Drew Jenkins. And of course, MVP and starter, Doug Grant returning for his 12th season. Carol Joyce is back for her 23rd season at the club so please refer to Carol for any, and all golf shop related questions. Beth Pughe joins the Golf Shop staff and can also help with all your merchandise needs.

MEN’S AND LADIES' TOURNAMENTS

Our tournament season has been off to a hot start with great participation in the Men’s and Ladies Opening Day, and our always popular Ladies WarmUp Day. Our Inaugural Men’s Member/Member was a huge success and will be a staple in our Men’s program for years to come.

The FMCC Cup and Al Arenson season long match play events are off and running. Please make sure you

inform the Golf Shop once matches are completed and complete each match by the completion date.

A huge congrats to our Ladies WMGA Teams for their great showings in their respective divisions. Team #1 WON their series and will be moving to the top Series #1 for the 2024 season. This year we fielded a second team to represent Fresh Meadow as well. All of us at the club should be so proud of our ladies for representing Fresh Meadow at the highest level in the Metropolitan area. Congrats to all.

TEE TIMES

Please contact Doug Grant to make your tee times by email douglas@ freshmeadow.org or by text at 917375-7504. Tee times can be made 7 days in advance. Our first time in April and May is 8:00 am and thereafter at 6:45 am. Members can view the tee sheet on the Foretees link that is attached to the FMCC App/Website, but for non-tournament times you must contact Doug directly to set up your tee time. All starting times will be off the first tee.

SCORE POSTING FOR HANDICAP PURPOSES & TOURNAMENT PLAY

The Sports and Handicap Committee expects all members to post all their scores on the day that their round was played. Please make sure to post your scores after your round. You must post all acceptable scores on the day played, as your handicap index will be calculated after the conclusion of play each day. It is the responsibility of each player to post his or her score immediately after play. TheHandicap Committee monitors score posting. The focus of the Handicap Committee will be to ensure fairness during club tournaments as it is our goal to ensure fairness and accuracy in the way golfers are handicapped, in order

The game of GOLF is booming around the world and golf here at Fresh Meadow is soaring.

DANNY BALIN

to protect the integrity of the way the game is played.

FORETEES/GOLF GENIUS

FORETEES is back for the 2023 season. Foretees is where you will find all things GOLF at Fresh Meadow. Men’s and Ladies Tournament Schedules, copy of the golf tee sheets, online lesson booking system, and online event sign-ups with fliers that include details of each event. Please stop by the shop if you need help accessing the Foretees platform.

Golf Genius has been an overwhelming success so far with being able to do live scoring for each of our events. This is going to be the new norm around the golf world, and we have adopted it here for all our events.

LEARNING CENTER

The Fresh Meadow Learning Center is up and running and we are equipped with the most recent golf equipment and technology that golf has to offer. Please stop by and check out the latest and greatest and let one of the Professional Staff help you with all your fitting needs.

PRACTICE FACILITY

Hours of Operation:

1. Tuesday through Saturday - SUNRISE to SUNSET (Subject to change based on potential MaintenanceMembers will be informed by email)

2. Sunday - Closes at 5:00 p.m. to clean pick range so maintenance can mow on Mondays Range/Practice Balls: Range/Practice balls are meant for the driving range and short game areas ONLY. It's a violation of club policy to take balls from the Practice Facilities.

LOWER RANGE

1. Always be mindful while driving to the facility and use caution if players are hitting their tee shot from the 17th tee or their approach to the 16th green.

2. Be aware of your speed while pulling into the parking area.

3. A cart path designed from special material was installed across the 16th fairway to help with drainage and water runoff as well as golf balls hitting

the path. Rough has been installed to stop balls from rolling down the path.

4. Please use the parking spaces as indicated.

5. Be mindful of your tee time and leave the practice facility with ample time to arrive to the 1st tee for your tee time so that you do not hold up play.

NEW PUTTING GREEN

1. The new putting green is for putting only. Chipping or pitching to the new putting greenis strictly prohibited.

2. Chipping and pitching is permitted on the putting green in front of the clubhouse or at the new short game area.

SHORT GAME AREA

1. While using the short-game area be mindful of fellow players when hitting shots.

2. Be mindful of the turf and spread your shots out by not hitting in the same spot.

3. Golf balls for the short game area can be picked up in the range hut. Please return the green bags to the hut when you are done practicing.

The Golf Professional Staff is here to help with all your golfing needs. Please feel free to ask one of us if you have any questions or need any help with your golf game. Make sure toschedule your lessons through the online app or by calling the golf shop at 516-482-7300.

Happy golfing,

Danny Balin, Head Golf Professional dannyb@freshmeadow.org

MEMORIAL DAY GOLF

MEMORIAL DAY GOLF

LADIES' BOARD PRESIDENT MESSAGE

Dear Fresh Meadow Members,

Welcome to all our new members and welcome back to all of you who were traveling.

I would like to take this opportunity to introduce myself to those of you who may not know me. I have been a member at Fresh Meadow for 20 years together with my husband Steven Solomon. Steven grew up at Fresh Meadow where both his parents and grandparents were members.

We have carried on this tradition by raising our three sons at our beautiful club, where we celebrated many memorable family events. It is a great honor to serve as Ladies Board President of Fresh Meadow. Previously I served on the House Committee, the Entertainment Committee as well the Ladies Board as Chair of the Ladies Card Room. Outside of Fresh Meadow, I am on the Board of Trustees for the Village of Upper Brookville, where I have lived with my family for 25 years. I have served on the Zoning Board of Appeals, and prior to that on the Beautification Committee. I am an avid Canasta player and Life Master Bridge player.

The club is buzzing with actives to enjoy. Mother’s Day was a huge success, serving brunch then dinner with music too! All the families enjoyed celebrating Mom! Ladies' Opening Day was a great kick off to our summer season.

Ladies mark you calendars, here are some events you won’t want to miss:

• Ladies' Golf Friends Day: June 6th

• Ladies' Night Out: June 27th

• Babes Against Cancer: July 11th

• Ladies' Card Party: August 2nd

• Book Club Review: August 10th

• Ladies' Member Guest Golf Day: September 12th

Special shout out to the Fresh Meadow Ladies Golf Team, with Pam Charles as Captain. Our ladies play in rain or shine, recently mostly rain. I am proud to report they are currently in first place, way to go!!

I look forward to sharing a great summer season with you all,

Helen Solomon, Ladies' Board President

1st Place Net: 54

Stacey Bennett

Michelle Schwartz

Linda Sherman

Fay Mattana

2nd Place Net: 54

Claudia Josebachvili

Leslie Drucker

Jill Lamoretti

Melissa Weinbaum

1st Place Net - 9 Holes: 24

Hillary Sherman

Diana Porges

Jana Siegel

Harlan Saroken

Closest to Pin Hole #4

Fay Mattana - 5'3"

Longest Drive #9

Jill Lamoretti

Closest to Pin Hole #11

Susan Kane - 5'3"

HELEN SOLOMON

The Fresh Meadow Women’s Golf Team

As you may have heard, the Fresh Meadow Women’s Golf Team had a super season this past April/May 2023. The A Team, led by captain Pam Charles, won its series and will play in the top series next year. An incredible feat that came down to a major upset in the very last match! In Fresh Meadow’s 100 year history, there has never been a women’s golf team competing in Series 1.... until now. The other clubs in Series 1 are: North Shore Country Club, The Creek Club, Piping Rock Club, Lake Success Golf Club and Southward Ho Country Club.

Fresh Meadow’s B Team, led by captain Fawn Rich, also had a great season. They played well and were committed to improving. They came in fourth place in S eries 8, having a wonderful time along the way.

Here is a list of the Fresh Meadow Women’s Golf Team 2023:

Claudia Josebachvili

Meredith Krevitsky

Pam Charles

Stacey Bennet

Nancy Strassberg

Dina Blackman

Rebecca Stein

Shari Garfinkel

Fawn Rich

Nancy Lane

Adrienne Henick

Jennifer Hoine

Jill Lamoretti

Tina Cohen

Freddi Kadden

Fay Mattana

Please congratulate them when you see them!

At Bellport Golf Club, site of the final match for Team A on May 9, 2023.

Pictured from left to right: Meredith Krevitsky, Stacey Bennet, Pam Charles, Claudia Josebachvili and Nancy Strassberg.

LADIES' GOLF CHAIRS MESSAGE

The ladies’ golf season is in full swing. Our women members started playing their WMGA team matches in late April and came out swinging with enthusiasm and gusto. Our First Team won Division 2 and are moving up to Division 1. This is the first time in FMCC history that we’ve had a golf team make it into Division 1. The FMCC Team 2 also was successful and won many points and rounds against very formidable competitors. Congrats to both teams!

Danny and his staff were busy in May with our Ladies Warm-Up Day and Opening Day. Both were a huge success and fully attended. Ladies Opening Day occurred on May 23rd. The colors for the day were blue and white. Everything including the weather was incredible and more than 50 women took to the course.

To highlight a few of our upcoming June ladies’ golf tournaments:

• Golf Friends Day (mini member-guest): June 6th

• Ryder Cup: June 13th

• Partners Better Ball: June 20th

Book Club News

We are thrilled to once again have Anna Katsavos at our Book Club to review the book "Counterfeit" by Kirstin Chen.

As you play on the course this season you will notice a few changes were made during the off season. Joe Gardner and his team completed new tee boxes on holes 9, 16, 17 & 18. This gives the women more options. The MGA/USGA rerated our course during the off season and our new scorecards cards reflect these changes. When reporting your score on GHIN/USGA, please select “Red” tees and not “Forward Red”.

And last but not least, if you have not met our newer golf pros, please introduce yourself to Ben Franjione and Drew Jenkins. Not only will you see them in the pro shop and offering lessons, they will be helping support the ladies golf program this season. If you ever have a question, please feel free to reach out to either of them or to us.

Hit them long and straight!

Nancy Stassberg & Tina Cohen, Ladies' Golf Chairs

JOIN US

August 10, 2023 at 12 noon for a light lunch followed by the book discussion. Guests are welcome!!

NANCY STRASSBERG TINA COHEN

FMCC

GOLF SCHEDULE 2023

Ladies Day - High & Low (8:30-10am Lo Handicaps 10-11am Hi Handicaps)

July 25th Tuesday 9:00 AM Shotgun LADIES & CADDIES TOURNAMENT

August 1st

August 3rd

August

August 8th

9:00 AM Shotgun

August 15th Tuesday Preferred Tee Times (Signup w/ a Partner)

August 22nd Tuesday Preferred Tee Times (Sign-up Individually)

August 24th Thursday 4:30 PM Shotgun

August 29th Tuesday Preferred Tee Times

September 4th Monday Preferred Tee Times (Tee Times blocked 11:30-1:30)

September 7th Thursday 4:30 PM Shotgun

Club Championship: Round 1- All Flights (Free Play for Non Tournament Golfers)

Ladies Day - PLAY WITH THE PRO

Ladies Day - Summertime Scramble

Ladies Day - Strokes of Genius (ABC+ Stableford)

9 Wine & Dine Tournament

Ladies Day - Mulligan Classic (Individual Play - 4 Mulligans)

Labor Day Couples Golf Tournament

9 Wine & Dine Tournament

September 12th Tuesday 9:00 AM Shotgun Ladies Member Guest

September 19th Tuesday 9:00 AM Shotgun 11:00 AM 9 holers

October 3rd Tuesday Preferred Tee Times (Individually or with a group)

The ROYAL CLOSER (ABC+ Scramble)- Ladies Closing Day and Luncheon for All

Ladies Day - Fall Down Classic (Member Guest Raindate)

FRESH MEADOW COUNTRY CLUB

TENNIS MESSAGE

Dear Fresh Meadow Members,

Welcome back to tennis/pickleball at FMCC for summer 2023. After long cold couple months of winter in New York City, it is a great feeling to be back in the nice sun with all of you.

I am so grateful to all the members and staff for their involvement and participation in preparing for each season. It really is a team effort here at FMCC. Hence our wonderful and energetic tennis assistant, Gabriel Balestero, is back for his third summer at the club and I am so fortunate to have the best assistant anyone could ask for back for another season.

Tennis is in full swing at the club. We are fully open and are here for weekly clinics, drills, private-semi private or groups lessons. As always, we are dedicated to meeting and exceeding member expectations every single day we step on the tennis court. If you haven’t yet done so please come down and visit our beautiful 4 hard-tru

courts and join our small but growing group of tennis enthusiasts.

Here is our weekly tennis schedule, open to ALL members:

• Kids Clinic: Saturdays 1:00 - 2:00 pm

• Men's Drill - Saturdays 3:00 - 4:30 pm

• Ladies' Drill - Wednesdays 9:0010:30 am

Summer 2023 I am most excited to see the pickleball courts here in FMCC. The nations fastest growing sport is finally almost here and it will be one of the most fantastic amenities available to all members and guests. We will also have a pickleball certified instructors here to offer weekly lessons, clinics, and events. Let’s welcome the newly built state of the art pickleball facility with paddles in our hands and have a good time.

Best,

Temur Nanikashvili, Head of Tennis Program

TEMUR NANIKASHVILI

BEN RIBMAN SCRAMBLE

Welcome New Fresh Meadow Members

PORGES KATZS

BAHARESTANIS

HECHTS

STIEVELMANS

LERNERS

MAGIDS

KANNERS

Gail and Paul Levy are thrilled to announce the birth of their second granddaughter Sylvie Blair Levy. Daughter of Sam and Brooke and big sister Emmy who is so excited. She was born May 16, 2023, weighed 7lbs. 10 oz and measured 20 inches.

Alan and Maura Rutkin, welcome their first grandchild, Celia June Bruzek (CJ), on April 20, 2023. She weighed 8lbs 7oz. Proud moms are Aviva Rutkin and Alison Bruzek. CJ is named for her great great great grandmother Celia Nachman of blessed memory.

For those of you with allergies, Epi Pens are located at the gym, locker rooms, pool, first tee and catering office.

There is a defibrillator at the gym, the pool and at the front desk

Jodi and Bob Rosenthal are thrilled to announce the birth of their newest grandson Jordan Brooks Maller, 7 pounds 4 ounces born on May 3, 2023. This is their fourth grandchild but the second child for their daughter Lindsay and son in law Andrew Maller.

OUR STAFF RECEIVES

ANNUAL EMERGENCY TRAINING. Be safe everyone!

PLAN THE DAY!

Fresh Meadow Country Club

Tuesday, July 11, 2023

To benefit the American Cancer Society for Breast and Prostate Cancer Research

“PINK IS THE COLOR OF THE DAY”

BREAKFAST 7:45 -10:30 AM

GOLF SHOTGUN 9:00 AM

9 HOLE GOLFERS SHOTGUN 10:30 AM

(Golf guests $250 - $150 is tax deductible)

CARDS & MAH JONGG 10:30 AM (Guests $150)

BOUTIQUE

10:00 AM to 4:00 PM

LUNCH 1:30 PM ($18.25 per person) (Guests $150)

TENNIS Join for Lunch, play Wednesday (Guests $150)

Ladies who are not playing tournaments or playing cards or Mah Jongg are welcome to join us for lunch.

Please call the receptionist to make reservations 516-482-7300

Guests are Welcome

In case of rain, lunch will be served at Noon

GOLF CAPTAINS: Freddi Kadden & Pam Charles

TENNIS CAPTAINS: Missy Weinbaum & Jennifer Menist

CARDS CAPTAIN: Helen Solomon

You may charge your contribution and guest fees to your membership account or bring a check made payable to American Cancer Society.

Christian Dior Tote: Raffle Presale