The Bridge Winter 2022-23 - Hampton Hall Club's Newsletter

HAMPTON HALL CLUB

A Private Club Community in the Heart of the Lowcountry

FROM THE DESK of the

Dear Members,

It has been another busy year at the Club! I wanted to provide you with some updates on the many projects we are working on.

Chef Update

We are well over halfway through the search for our next executive chef. As your leadership team, we understand the importance of securing a qualified chef for our operation and addressing the membership’s suggestions. The selection committee includes Kay Williams, Connie Pouncey, Penny Hearn, Bill Odell, Bob Spinetto, Rich Kulak and Bill LaSorsa. We anticipate having our new chef in place early in the new year.

Master Plan Survey Presentation

The Master Plan Survey concluded, and we had over 900 member responses for a 64.09% response rate. The Chambers group indicated this was a very good response rate. The Master Plan Ad-hoc Committee received over 300 pages of comments. Chambers presented the results to the community on November 14 and a recording is published to the website for members not able to attend.

Pickleball and Bocce Improvement Plan Update

The bocce courts are in final stages of completion and the shade structures are in place. The four new pickleball courts are also now in place. We do not have a final completion date for the project, but we will keep the membership apprised as we approach the finish line.

Fitness Equipment Update

We expect the new fitness equipment to be delivered around the time this newsletter hits your mailbox.

Pool Update

The outdoor pool is scheduled to be refurbished in January. This will include a pebble quartz finish on the entire pool base with new tile surrounds. We will also be replacing the coping and several areas of the pool deck.

Benches, Waste Receptacles & Tennis Bleacher Shade Structures

We hope you are enjoying the new Polywood Benches placed throughout the amenity areas. Waste receptacles made of a similar material will be added as well. This Polywood material has an extensive life span and is easy to maintain. Also, new shade structures have been installed over the tennis court seating areas.

welcome NEW MEMBERS

August – October 2022

LeRoy & Arleen Boyer 19 Sedgewick Avenue

Read Brennan 304 Farnsleigh Avenue

Kristen Goedert & Paul Chaves 169 Hampton Hall Boulevard

Allen & Michelle Constable 274 Farnsleigh Avenue

William & Amber Douglass 7 Lynnfield Place

Marjorie Flanagan 16 Weymouth Circle

Anthony & Ellen Foglia 3 Warrington Place

Joseph & Ann Marie Jordan 13 Shelburne Street

Michael & Pam Langley 36 Sherbrooke Avenue

Steve & Holly Ann Martin 81 Wicklow Drive

Lance & Crystal Mielke 50 Wicklow Drive

Kathleen & Michael Myers 209 Farnsleigh Avenue

Mark Queenen & Holly Blocken 103 Glencairn Avenue

Joseph & Lyn Ruffolo 45 Farnsleigh Avenue

*Jeffrey & Mary Sikorski 1 Calverton Place

Scott Spear & Gina Teresi 76 Wicklow Drive

Dennis Vich & Kelli Ficquette 15 Lansmere Place

*Long time members with new properties in Hampton Hall

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Many Thanks to our Hampton Hall Club Ambassadors!

We thank you for your help as you graciously reach out to fellow members, making sure they are enjoying their new club.

Your Club’s Ambassadors warmly greet new members and make them feel at home. Their role is essential in the Club’s mission to provide a welcoming, inclusive, and comfortable environment. Whether it’s a friendly email or phone call, an invitation to play golf, tennis or pickleball, or an opportunity to mix and mingle at a dining event, Ambassadors help build connections and spark friendships. Neighbors become friends and friends become family!

Hampton Hall welcomed over 70 new property owners and nearly 80 new golf members January through November 2022. If you are a new member and haven’t connected with your ambassador and are ready to do so, please contact your Membership team and we’ll be happy to introduce you!

New Ambassadors are also needed! If you would like to serve as a Hampton Hall Club Ambassador, please complete the Ambassador Volunteer Form listed under MY CLUB on the Club website. You may also attend the informational meeting planned for Wednesday, February 8 to learn more. Thank you for helping reflect the warm and inviting culture of our Club!

Kristy Stewart, CMP

Director of Membership, Marketing & Communications 843-815-9343 kstewart@hamptonhallsc.com

Taylor Newcomb Member Services Coordinator 843-815-2368 tnewcomb@hamptonhallsc.com

Lagoon Update

Several things need to be accomplished before any lagoon work can begin. It is an extensive project and we must first identify the available companies capable of doing the work. The work will include dredging, rebuilding littoral shelves, planting the littoral shelves, repairing many of the bank areas and installing new crown grass on the banks. The littoral shelves keep the sides of the lagoons intact as the water moves through them as part of our stormwater management system.

Next, we will request proposals from the companies to bid the work. The bids will then be evaluated before being awarded. It has been recommended to conduct the dredging work at the same time the golf course is closed for the least interruption. Once the contract has been awarded, we hope to start the actual work on this project in April of 2023.

Common Grounds Landscape Plan

Wood and Partners was hired to work on a comprehensive plan for the aging landscape in the common grounds and the club grounds of Hampton Hall. Much of the landscaping that was originally planted has long passed its healthy life span. These professionals are tasked to provide a comprehensive plan for the Club and the needed funds that will be allocated over the next four years in phases.

Parking Lots and Rejuvenator

The parking lots for both clubhouses are scheduled to be resurfaced in 2023. The funds have been accrued for in the Club reserve study. We will also be adding rejuvenator to the approximate twelve miles of roads in our community to preserve a longer life span. This is estimated to extend the life up to four years before we begin to mill and replace the asphalt throughout the entire community.

Golf Course Restoration

The golf course restoration project is scheduled to begin April 2023. We are planning to sprig the greens, address drainage and restore the bunkers. Golf Course Architect, Nathan Crace of Watermark Golf, has been working with the committee. They have done a terrific job of researching and planning for this project.

In Closing

We are busier than ever with Club dining and events. Please review the calendar and make your reservations online. I am very thankful for the TEAM that we have here at Hampton Hall Club. Although the labor market has been challenging recently in the area, our team has continued to support the Club and our membership through longer hours and dedicated service.

Warmest Wishes, Loraine Ellis Vienne, CCM, CCE, CAM

We are excited to announce Hampton Hall has won the Bluffton’s Reader’s Choice Awards for favorite private golf club and favorite gated community again this year. Thank you for your votes!

UPCOMING MEMBERSHIP EVENTS

Ladies’ Mix & Mingle Luncheons

The Membership Advisory Group launched Ladies’ Mix & Mingle Luncheons this year. These friendly gatherings took place monthly in the Golf Clubhouse and provided members another opportunity to get to know each other in a small, casual setting. Thank you to Advisory Group Members and icebreaker experts, Jill Freedman and Megan Holtslander, for making so many introductions and helping grow friendships at the Club.

Hampton Hall recognized as Favorite Gated Community AND Favorite Private Golf Club in Bluffton

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NEW MEMBER COCKTAIL PARTY

What a great time members had at the New Member Cocktail Party in October! We’re already looking forward to our next membership event, Newcomers Night–Hampton Hall 101 on March 1.

GOLF MEMBERSHIP PREVIEW DAY

Thank you

to our Membership Advisory Group and Golf Member Ambassadors for hosting Golf Membership Preview Day in September! New and future golf members gathered at Pete’s Grill to get further acquainted with their fellow members.

communityGROUPS

ORGANIZED BY RESIDENTS

Billiards Club

2ND & 4TH THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH | 7:00 PM

Community Clubhouse Billiards Room

Lead Member: Alan Hollis lancelot0747@gmail.com

Bocce Ball

Join a team and meet new folks!

Lead Member: Sig Borkoski sborkoski8@gmail.com

Bridge Group

MONDAYS | 12:30 PM – 4:30 PM

Community Clubhouse Game Room Open to players of all levels!

Car Club of Hampton Hall Shows, cruise-ins, socials – open to anyone that enjoys cars!

Lead Member: Glenn Isaac glenni@hargray.com

Chicks and Flicks

Dates and times vary. Join us for a movie and dinner each month!

Lead Member: Marisa Cain marisacain@gmail.com

Euchre Club

BEGINNER/INT 3RD TUESDAY OF EVERY MONTH ADVANCED 1ST THURSDAY OF EVERY MONTH 7:00 PM AT PETE’S GRILL Some experience is needed and RSVP is required.

Lead Member: Megan Holtslander Megan.holtslander@gmail.com

Golf Societies

Men’s Lead Member: Ian Plester theplesters@verizon.net

Ladies’ Lead Members: Rhonda Lowry & Trudi Nelson rhondalowry828@gmail.com trudinelson4@gmail.com

Hampton Hall Charitable Fund

We coordinate fundraisers and hold charity drives. Help us support Bluffton!

Lead Member: Denise Cadres dcadres@aol.com

Hampton Hall Garage Band

Do you have musical talent? Jam with us!

Lead Member: Guy Worthington worthingtong63@gmail.com

Ladies’ Bunco Group

4TH MONDAY OF THE MONTH 6:30 PM at Pete’s Grill

Lead Member: Lisa Spears mslspears@msn.com

Ladies with Ladies

Open to all female members! Cheese tastings, paint and sip, trivia, and more.

Lead Member: Jill Freedman jill.d.freedman@gmail.com

Low Country Foundation for Wounded Military Heroes

The LFWMH raises charitable funds for those who have served in the Iraq and Afghanistan wars.

Lead Member: Russ Spicer russ.spicer48@gmail.com

Mah Jongg Morning

ADVANCED – THURSDAYS | 9:15 AM

Community Clubhouse Game Room

Lead Members: Donna Rhodes & Nancy Bader dorhodes@mac.com nancybader@yahoo.com

Mah Jongg Afternoon

ALL LEVELS – THURSDAYS

1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Community Clubhouse Game Room

Lead Member: Jodi Kennedy jelk61@hotmail.com

Night Canasta

3RD THURSDAY OF THE MONTH

7:00 PM

Community Clubhouse Game Room Reservations are required.

Lead Member: Laura MacKenzie lkmackenzie@icloud.com

Weekly Canasta

EVERY TUESDAY

1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Community Clubhouse Game Room Lead Member: Laura MacKenzie LKmackenzie@icloud.com

Craft Beer Club

Casual monthly meetups at breweries, restaurants, etc. Join us!

Lead Member: Anthony Verga amverga09@gmail.com

Pickleball

Learn the fastest growing game in America! All skill levels and ages are welcome.

Lead Member: Allan Brown allan4brown@gmail.com

Stonecroft Bible Study

TUESDAYS | 10:00 AM

Golf Clubhouse Hampton Room Lead Member: Ann Brooks beccasmom64@gmail.com

Ladies’ Bible Study Group

MONDAYS – DURING SCHOOL YEAR 10:00 AM

Community Clubhouse Game Room Lead Member: Nelda Hogan neldahogan@hotmail.com

Those of Prose

1ST WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH

1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Golf Clubhouse Hampton Room Hampton Hall Book Club – Join in the discussion of the club’s current read!

Lead Member: Alice Pitts akpitts51@yahoo.com

Wine & Dine Club

New! This group is for members who have an interest in tasting, learning and enjoying wines from all over the world.

Lead Members: Susan Frasca & Cindy Spetrino susanfrasca36@gmail.com yennicook@aol.com

HAPPENINGS

OKTOBERFEST

memberSPOTLIGHT

The Burnside family holds one very active household here in Hampton Hall! From the time Brian and Natalie said their vows 27 years ago, they envisioned making the Lowcountry their permanent destination. “Many family vacations on Hilton Head and Kiawah Island solidified our desire to one day live in coastal South Carolina,” says Natalie.

When Brian’s career as a Hospital CEO presented an opportunity in Bluffton after leading facilities in Missouri, Iowa, Illinois, and Texas, their dream became a reality. Coming to Bluffton, one of the first places they looked was Hampton Hall. “We just loved everything about the community! As soon as you drive through the gate, Hampton Hall feels like a vacation resort and has so much to offer. That and its close proximity to great schools and our church made it a perfect match for us.”

That has been important to the Burnsides as quality family time with their three children is always a top priority. You have probably noticed Aidan and Preston driving around the Hall in their Ford Thunderbird convertibles. Both are Bluffton High graduates and are now Engineering students at Elon University. You also may have met Kierstyn through her very successful pet sitting business. She’s only 12 but quite the entrepreneur. Every time she sees a new dog in the neighborhood while walking her pups Brio and Roxy, she is quick to give their human her business card.

Brian & Natalie Burnside

“As soon as you drive through the gate, Hampton Hall feels like a vacation resort and has so much to offer. That and its close proximity to great schools and our church made it a perfect match for us.”

immediate and sizable impacts in the community through combined giving. They meet every second month to select a local nonprofit to donate toward. Once selected, each member donates $100 directly to the organization. “The goal is to gather $10,000 for a worthy organization serving our community while the ladies have an opportunity to network and socialize, and it’s all accomplished in a short evening out.”

For fun, they enjoy the variety of exceptional dining options, many local festivals, and of course, the beach. “We’ve found that living near the water and in a community like Hampton Hall brings more frequent house guests than we ever had living in the Midwest. We love that we live in a community where we can host our friends to a stay similar to a resort vacation.”

“The environment of Hampton Hall has allowed our family to be outdoors and active all year long…the pool and the tennis/pickleball courts get plenty of use from us!” declared Natalie. Brian was quick to add, “…and I’m still chasing par on the Pete Dye Signature Course! I think the upcoming restoration project will make it one of his best courses…right up there with the Ocean Course at Kiawah! Brent and the crew do a great job of creating a premier golfing experience every time I’m out there.”

The Burnsides stay busy in the local community outside the Hampton Hall gates as well. Natalie works as a Realtor with The Cobb Group at Charter One Realty, which was recently named the 2022 Best Real Estate Team in the Best of Bluffton and Lowcountry’s Best awards. She also recently co-founded “100 Women Giving Back to the Lowcountry,” a group of local women seeking to make

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The Golf Gala

by Brent Carlson, PGA Head Golf Professional

There are many highlights throughout the year on our golf calendar, but the Golf Gala is always at the top of my list. After a short awards program recognizing the winners of our golf events, we adjourn for a cocktail followed by dinner and dancing. It is a bit more formal than most events we have, and attendees sure know how to dress the part. We normally see everyone in casual golf attire, so it’s fun to see our group in peak form.

I also enjoy including my family each year. They bring levity to an already special evening. I appreciate all that goes into bringing the Golf Gala to life. From the decorations, which are prepared specifically for the event, to the celebration and comradery, it’s an event I always look forward to.

What a night!

Golf Gala

“Promise yourself to be just as enthusiastic about the success of others as you are about your own.”

GOLF EVENTS

Golf

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 2

LGS Christmas Scramble TUESDAY, DECEMBER 6

MGS Annual Meeting SATURDAY, DECEMBER 10

Bloody Mary Open SATURDAY, JANUARY 7

Loving Cup TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 14

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FEBRUARY 23

MGS Season Kickoff SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 25

Congratulations to tournament winners Chandler Priebe & Jeff Sikorski

from the FAIRWAYS

by Matt Sapochak Golf Course Superintendent

Hampton Hall Club has been certified as an Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary Golf Course since January 2013. Audubon International’s certification process is quite complex, requiring various projects to enhance the environment for wildlife as well as a lengthy application. Hampton Hall is one of only 24 golf courses in the state with this certification.

Our main Audubon certification project on the golf course and in the community was installing wood duck and bluebird boxes. The 40 bluebird boxes fill up with birds every year and the 27 wood duck boxes typically house a few ducklings as well.

The certification process also requires the club to establish a Resource Advisory Group. Members of the advisory group help identify potential wildlife projects to help keep our course certified, perform a bird count every year, maintain bird and duck boxes, and are teachers of good environmental stewardship.

Annette Hausman and I currently serve on the Resource Advisory Group and we are in search of additional volunteers. Please consider joining us. If you are a bird lover and enjoy our Lowcountry environment, you will enjoy it!

Please contact me at 843-815-8710 or msapochak@hamptonhallsc.com to learn more about serving on the Resource Advisory Group.

fit&HEALTHY

The Benefits of Exercise

Michele DiCarlo, Sports, Recreation and Activities Director

As you age, your body naturally loses muscle mass. The good news? You can tone your muscles after 60, or at any other age. To get slender toned arms, you must engage in aerobic exercise to lose fat, and strength training exercises to tone and build muscles.

Your metabolism stays elevated even after you are done exercising, helping you burn more calories even at rest. People who don’t regularly exercise may lose up to 80% of their muscle strength by age 65.

Adults aged 65 and older need at least 150 minutes of moderately intense exercise per week, such as brisk walking. For example, 30 minutes a day for 5 days a week will suffice. They can also participate in 75 minutes of vigorous activity per week, such as hiking, jogging, or running. Try to aim for 2 days a week of activity that strengthens muscles.

Weight loss is not the only fitness goal! 80% of Americans who have a gym membership do NOT use the gym (realbuzz. com). You can take your workout anywhere.

Regular exercise has been proven to:

• Lower blood pressure and cholesterol levels, two major risk factors for heart disease.

• Improve brain function and increase endorphins

• Boost self-confidence! You will look and feel better.

• Increase sex drive

• Promote better sleep

• Build strong muscles and bones.

• Increase muscle mass = burning more fat while resting

• Increase metabolism

• Relieve stress

• Lessen the risk of falling with increased core strength

It takes about 12 weeks after beginning to exercise to see measurable changes in your body. Don’t get discouraged. Keep going!

Changing up your exercise routine will help you see better results. Doing the same exercises over and over at the same time everyday can lead to a weight loss plateau. Adding weight, changing exercises, increasing reps, etc., will all help with reaching your goal.

SLOW COOKER CHICKEN, KALE, AND SWEET POTATO SOUP

INGREDIENTS

2 large, or 4 small, sweet potatoes, peeled and chopped into 1-inch pieces

1 bunch Lacinato kale, stems removed and thinly sliced (2 packed cups)

1-pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs

2 32-oz boxes low-sodium chicken stock

2-3 teaspoons kosher salt

2 teaspoons Italian seasoning

Extra virgin olive oil, to serve

Makes 4-6 servings

Nutrition per serving: Calories: 175 Carbohydrates: 20g Protein: 19g Fat: 2g

METHOD:

1. Place all the ingredients in a 6-qt slow cooker, stirring to combine. Cover and cook on high for 4 hours or low for 6, or until the sweet potatoes are tender and the chicken is cooked through and very tender.

2. Remove the chicken and shred with two forks. Return to the slow cooker and stir to combine. Taste and add additional salt to taste. Serve hot with a generous drizzle of olive oil.

Not a fan of kale? You can leave out before serving. Substitute kale with escarole. Add some crunchy bread and freshly grated Parmesan if you like.

Alternatively, you can serve the soup “deconstructed” by picking out some chicken, sweet potatoes, and kale (or substitute raw chopped veggies) separately on a plate along with a little bowl of broth on the side.

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UPCOMING ACTIVITIES

Letters to Santa

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 3

Community Parade & Brunch with Santa SUNDAY, DECEMBER 11

Holiday Movie Night FRIDAY, DECEMBER 23

Kids Boot Camp TUESDAY, JANUARY 3

28-Day Fitness Challenge Kickoff WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 4

Kids Indoor Pool Party FRIDAY, JANUARY 20

Health Fair WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 2

Kids Valentine’s Day Crafts SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 11

Visit the Social Events & Activities calendar online for event details and registration!

The Hampton Hall Fitness Center and Spa is a great way to exercise and benefit from restful spa treatments. If the weather is a bit too cool outside, consider a workout on your own or with our specialized classes and educated trainers. To compliment your day of “me time”, follow up with a restful massage, facial, and a variety of other relaxing spa treatments.

Many studies show serotonin levels increase on average 28% after receiving a massage. Serotonin increase can boost mood and overall wellbeing. Neurotransmitters known as endorphins are released during exercise and massage, which reduce stress, relieve pain, and create a sense of contentment.

You and your holiday guests are invited to take advantage of these benefits by scheduling an appointment or using a gift certificate, which are available for purchase.

FITNESS MEMBER INTERVIEW: HARVEY BEEFERMAN

How long have you lived in Hampton Hall?

I have lived in Hampton Hall for 14 years. What is your daily workout routine?

My daily routine on weekdays starts with a 45-minute walk with friends at 8:15 AM, followed by 8 laps at the indoor pool. After the swim, I head to the fitness center for a 10 minute stretching routine and 5 miles on the stationary bike, often reading the WSJ on my phone. I find that the time goes faster when reading. I finish my routine with 10 minutes of strengthening with weights, balance exercises and 10 sit stands. I take my time and hydrate multiple times. I do the same thing on the weekends, except for the walk. Have you always been active?

Yes. I played tennis 3 times a week for 15 years when I lived in Sea Pines. I walked or cycled on the beach on days I didn’t play tennis. I gave up tennis when I moved to Hampton Hall and started a walking club in 2009.

How has working with a trainer helped you?

About 3 years ago I developed a muscle weakness problem (myositis). My gait changed and my balance was affected. After completing the initial physical therapy, I started personal training. While I regained some strength, I still had balance problems. So after another round of fall prevention, my balance scores improved a lot. I asked the therapist to recommend exercises for personal training, which was very helpful as they focus on balance. I haven’t had a fall in many years. My Dad died from a broken neck after a fall in a parking lot at the age of 92.

Does working out make you feel better?

Working out, walking, swimming and personal training have been extremely helpful. Since January I’ve lost over 20 lbs and have stayed at my goal weight. My balance and gait have improved. A recent heart ultrasound, done every 2 years, has shown a steady improvement in ejection fraction from barely normal, 55, to over 70. I credit that to my daily swimming routine. I’ve just donated all my waist 38 pants to Goodwill, now a 36. I weighed about 260 in January 2009 when I started the walking club and now am 190.

I think living in Hampton Hall has been critical to my success. It has a terrific fitness center with an indoor pool, flat and safe sidewalks, and friendly folks for companionship and encouragement.

And, critical to my success is my loving wife Eileen who, in addition to encouragement, used her nutrition expertise in providing healthy meals and snacks. Who knew the wonder of vegetables and salads?

LADIES with LADIES

Seltzer Tasting Night

Scavenger Hunt

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Tennis Anyone?

Hampton Hall Club is proud to offer year-round tennis leagues including men’s and ladies’ doubles, mixed doubles, and combo doubles.

MONDAY: 55+ 3.0 Men 70+ 3.5 Men

TUESDAY: 55+ 3.0 Women 70+ 3.0 Men 70+ 3.5 Women

WEDNESDAY: 55+ 3.5 Men & Women

THURSDAY: 55+ 4.0 Men & Women 70+ 3.0 Women/Men

SATURDAY: 18+ all levels

SUNDAY: 40+ all levels 55+ 9.0 combined

Schedule subject to change Junior Tennis

Coach Paul offers after school group clinics, private and semi-private lessons for juniors ages 5-16. Hampton Hall Club Junior Tennis provides a fun and friendly environment for beginners to advanced players!

Men’s Pick-up Tennis

MONDAYS, WEDNESDAYS, AND FRIDAYS

10:30 AM – 12 PM

Hampton Hall member men’s tennis players 3.0 or higher are invited to play a friendly pick-up doubles game. Meet at the courts at 10:30 AM on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays.

Rusty Rackets Ladies Clinic

FRIDAYS 9:00 AM –10:00 AM

Rusty Rackets is a fun program for anyone who may have played as a child or young adult and is looking to get back into playing. Weekly dropin classes will get you hitting the ball again and reintroduce you to tennis, no matter how long you have been away! (Players must have prior tennis experience.)

4 and the Pro Clinics

Do you want a tennis clinic and have a few friends you like to play with? Why not set up a weekly time with Coach Paul and cater the drills to what you want to work on!

Please contact Head Tennis Professional Paul Tollefson at ptollefson@hamptonhallsc.com or 843-815-8740 for more info on leagues, lessons and clinics, and sign up today!

Pickleball

Congratulations to Hampton Hall Club ladies’ and men’s teams for winning the state championship this year in their respective divisions! Ladies representing Hampton Hall Club are Deb McGee, Jeanette Shultz, Charlene Miller, and Francine Lippiet. The men’s teams included David Kehres, George Knoske, Brian Thomas, and Bob Church.

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HAMPTON HALL CHARITABLE FUND

Our “Cheers For Charity” themed inaugural wine tasting event was held on October 8. We welcomed more than a dozen wine vendors and well over 110 Hampton Hall Members. Participants sampled wines from a variety of national vineyards while enjoying an outstanding spread of appetizers and desserts provided by our culinary team. Attendees were given the opportunity to order wines at a reduced price and over $20,000 in wine purchases were made by Hampton Hall residents.

The gentlemen enjoyed a cigar bar and local organizations provided gifts that were raffled to attendees. Proceeds from this event, including a portion of the wine sales, will benefit the Hampton Hall Charitable Fund grants program, which are awarded to local charitable organizations focusing on the needs of those in Beaufort and Jasper counties.

For the holiday season, we have our annual Toy Drive on December 10, followed by the fourth annual “Holiday Open House Tour” on December 4. Look for additional details online.

The Charitable Fund would like to extend a sincere thank you to our supportive community, volunteers, and sponsors who graciously lend us their time and effort with our fundraising efforts. We truly appreciate all that you do.

Volunteers are always welcome and appreciated at our events. Please contact our Chairwoman, Denise Cadres, at dcadres@aol.com or visit our website at hamptonhallclubsc.com/charitable-fund to learn how you can support the Hampton Hall Charitable Fund.

The Hampton Hall Charitable Fund continues to plan and work diligently to support the needs of our surrounding communities.

2022 Children’s Book Drive

Hampton Hall’s Those of Prose Book Club has kicked-off their 13th annual book drive, inviting you to donate NEW children’s books to benefit three local organizations: The Boys and Girls Club (Bluffton), The Children’s Center (Hilton Head Island) and CAPA (Beaufort). Please deliver books by December 12.

Books can be dropped off in a box on the porch at 247 Farnsleigh Avenue, or mailed directly to that address. Need help? You can click on the Amazon link below to find book lists for five different age groups. Either purchase specific books, select from a series, or choose a favorite that is not listed. When you place your order, Amazon will direct you to sign into your own account, but it will give you the option to mail to the Hampton Hall Book Club.

Thanks from Those of Prose and all the kids you will make happy with a good book! Contact member Alice Pitts to learn more about Those of Prose Book Club at akpitts51@yahoo.com.

Memory Matters Speaker Event

Hosting a Hampton Hall Block Party

By Penny Hearn, Member since 2019

More than 40 of Hampton Hall’s Hampstead Avenue neighbors (and new nearby neighbors) enjoyed their second annual neighborhood block party on a beautiful late October afternoon, socializing with new and established neighbors and feasting on mouth-watering, home-cooked delicacies, ranging from egg rolls, meatballs and salads to decadent desserts. Anne Marie Gualtieri, Penny Hearn, Bonnie Mathisen and Nancy Bader coordinated the event.

Suggestions for coordinating a block party:

Divide tasks among four or five volunteers: selecting a site, date, time and rain date; collecting email addresses; creating a flyer and manning the name tag table.

• Limit the size of your group, to encourage socializing.

• Have neighbors bring their own beverages, chairs and a dish to share with the group.

• Supply utensils, paper plates, napkins, ice and trash bags.

• Decorate and set up tables with inexpensive tablecloths and divide appetizers, main dishes and desserts.

• Use name tags with addresses to help in identifying neighbors.

• Be flexible about including new nearby neighbors, especially young families.

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UPCOMING EVENTS

Save the dates for the following activities tentatively scheduled at your Club! The most current event information and registration details will be published on the Club website Social Activities and Events Calendar and announced in the Highlights eblast every Tuesday.

DECEMBER

Golf Shop Candy Cane Sale

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 2

Christmas Crafts and Letters to Santa SATURDAY, DECEMBER 3

Tree Lighting Dinner SATURDAY, DECEMBER 3

Gingerbread House Decorating SUNDAY, DECEMBER 4

HHCF Holiday Homes Tour SUNDAY, DECEMBER 4

LGS Christmas Scramble TUESDAY, DECEMBER 6

Ladies’ Gingerbread House Decorating

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 8

MGS Annual Meeting SATURDAY, DECEMBER 10

Community Parade & Brunch with Santa

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 11

Asian Dinner Buffet WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 14

Hampton HALL-PARDY: Holiday Dinner

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 15

Holiday Movie Night FRIDAY, DECEMBER 23

Beef Wellington Pick-Up FRIDAY, DECEMBER 23

Prime Rib & Pasta Night WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 28

New Year’s Eve Party SATURDAY, DECEMBER 31

JANUARY

Kids Boot Camp

TUESDAY, JANUARY 3

28-Day Fitness Challenge Kickoff

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 4

Prime Rib & Pasta Night

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 25

Ladies’ Mix & Mingle Lunch

THURSDAY, JANUARY 26

Music Bingo

Bloody Mary Open

SATURDAY, JANUARY 7

Ladies’ Super Bowl Recipe Swap

TUESDAY, JANUARY 10

Couples Cheese Tasting

THURSDAY, JANUARY 19

Kids Indoor Pool Party

FRIDAY, JANUARY 20

FEBRUARY

Health Fair

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 2

Speaker Series – Weather Emergencies

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 2

Ambassador Meeting WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 8

Kids Valentine’s Day Crafts SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 11

Loving Cup TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 14

Valentine’s Dinner and Dance TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 14

Trivia Night

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 18

Prime Rib/Fish & Pasta Night

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 22

9 Wine and Dine

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 23

MGS Season Kickoff

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 25

Annual Meeting

Staff Contacts

843-815-8730

Loraine Vienne, CCM, CAM, General Manager/COO ext. 1102 lvienne@hamptonhallsc.com

Michael Krause, Director of Operations/ Assistant General Manager

ext. 1107 mkrause@hamptonhallsc.com

Angie Nicolini, Executive Assistant to the GM/COO ext. 1122 anicolini@hamptonhallsc.com

Kristy Stewart, CMP, Director of Membership, Marketing, and Communications ext. 1106 kstewart@hamptonhallsc.com

Taylor Newcomb, Member Services, ext. 1111 tnewcomb@hamptonhallsc.com

Olena Barnhill, Member Billing & Statements................. ext. 1104 accounting@hamptonhallsc.com

Alex Hemming, F&B and Events Director ext. 1103 ahemming@hamptonhallsc.com

Bert Stewart, Dining Services Manager ext. 1203 bstewart@hamptonhallsc.com

Brent Carlson, PGA Head Golf Professional ext. 1202 bcarlson@hamptonhallsc.com

Matt Sapochak, Golf Course Superintendent ext. 1401 msapochak@hamptonhallsc.com

Michele DiCarlo, Sports, Recreation & Activities Director..... ext. 1302 mdicarlo@hamptonhallsc.com

Paul Tollefson, Head Tennis Professional ext. 1303 ptollefson@hamptonhallsc.com

Megan Tracey, HOA Administrator ext. 1502 mtracey@hamptonhallsc.com

Ellen Westrich, ARB Administrator ext. 1505 arb@hamptonhallsc.com

Alex Caballero, Facilities Maintenance Director ............... ext. 1501 acaballero@hamptonhallsc.com