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COUNTRY CLUB OF ASHEVILLE
MAY I JUNE 2024
MAY-JUNE HOURSOFOPERATION
DONALDROSSDININGROOM*
Monday I Closed
Tuesday I 11:00am-6:00pm
Wednesday-Saturday I 11:00am-9:00pm
Sunday I 10:30am-6:00pm
*BeginningMemorialDayWeekend
POOL(BeginningMay25)
Monday I 12:00pm-7:00pm*
Tuesday-Thursday I 10:00am-7:00pm
Friday-Saturday I 10:00am-8:00pm
Sunday I 10:00am-7:00pm
*Poolwillbeopenfrom10:00am-7:00pmonMemorialDay
CABANA
Monday I 12:00pm-7:00pm (Snacksandbeveragesonly)
Tuesday-Sunday I 11:00am-7:00pm (Foodserviceendsat6:00pm)
FITNESSCENTER
Monday I 5:30am-4:30pm
Tuesday-Friday I 5:30am-9:00pm
Saturday I 7:00am-9:00pm
Sunday I 7:00am-4:30pm
GOLFSHOP
Monday I Closed
Tuesday-Sunday I 7:30am-6:00pm
PRACTICEFACILITY
Monday I Closed
Tuesday-Saturday I 7:30am-6:00pm
Sunday I 7:30am-5:00pm
MULLIGANS
Monday I Closed
Tuesday-Sunday I 10:00am-5:00pm
TENNISSHOP
Monday-Thursday* I 9:00am-6:30pm
Friday* | 9:00am-5:00pm
Saturday I 9:00am-1:00pm
Sunday I 12:00pm-4:00pm
Courts open until 9:00pm
*Closedforlunch1:00pm-2:00pm
ADMINISTRATIVEOFFICES
Monday-Friday I 10:00am-5:00pm CLUBNUMBERS
CLUBCONTACTS
CLUBHOUSEANDADMINISTRATIVE
AaronJames|GeneralManager ajames@ccofasheville.com
DebbiePonder|Membership&MarketingDirector dponder@ccofashville.com
OliviaBlahowsky|Administrative& MemberServicesManager oblahowsky@ccofashevillecom
LizDeKoyer|CommunicationsDirector edekoyer@ccofashvillecom
ChrisSmall|ClubhouseMaintenance csmall@ccofashevillecom
FOODANDBEVERAGE
JasonNeal|InterimExecutiveChef chef@ccofashevillecom
PeterWood|ExecutiveSousChef pwood@ccofashevillecom
BrittaniLucas|DirectorofCatering&Events britlucas@ccofashevillecom
GROUNDS
SeanBaskette|GolfCourseSuperintendent sbaskette@ccofasheville.com
GOLFANDTENNIS
LukeLovell,PGA|DirectorofGolf llovell@ccofashevillecom
RossLally,PGA|HeadGolfProfessional rlally@ccofashevillecom
LeonPoplawski|DirectorofTennis lpoplawski@ccofashevillecom
LandonTaylor|AssistantDirectorofTennis ltaylor@ccofashevillecom
DROPANDPLAY
DanielleBullock|DropandPlayManager dbullock@ccofashevillecom
FITNESS
DennisOwenby|PersonalTrainer dowenby@ccofasheville.com
GraysonCooper|PersonalTrainer gcooper@ccofasheville.com
PaulaHanke|PersonalTrainer phanke@ccofasheville.com
MalyndaKerksick|PersonalTrainer mkerksick@ccofasheville.com
IN THIS ISSUE
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Take-out/Reservations 828.398.2745 Front Desk 828 258 9183 Golf Shop 828.258.9762 Membership 828 398 2741 Member Services 828 398 2744 Tennis Courts 828 505 1621 Events & Catering 828 398 2742
CLUB Your Club...……………….….….….....…............….........2 CCA Buzz.........…………...…….........................…......3 Letter from GM & Gallery.................................4 Membership.........................................................5 Club Events......................................................6-7 Kids Club & Swim Team..................................8 Tee it Up................................................................9 Courtside News................................................10 Fitness...........................................................11-12 McConnell News..............................................13 Calendars......................................................14-15 Employee Spotlight....................... Back Cover
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Cover Photo: CCA Clubhouse - Photo Taken by Paxton Rembis
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Well, that’s a wrap, Asheville Three days of golf, great food, great bourbon, great cigars, and awesome seeing the family and grandkids May can’t come soon enough to be back at our second home Cheers
@mcconnellgolf
The highly anticipated 2024 class of NC’s premier golf courses has been unveiled by the NC Golf Panel Each of McConnell Golf’s NC courses has earned coveted placements on either the esteemed Top 100 list or the Regional Rankings list for 2024
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@ccofasheville @ccofasheville @countryclubofasheville
LETTER FROM GM & GALLERY
Summer 2024 is gearing up! The golf course is starting to green out and the clay courts are open. Pool preparations are well under way and summer programming is kicking off. Projects and programming directly related to your feedback will begin to surface over the coming months Tournament season will be in full swing before we can blink As the activities around the campus begin to ramp up, advanced reservations are highly recommended and, in some areas, required. Reservations can be made online, via the app, or by contacting the appropriate Pro Shop/Department. For our youngest members, we have added additional weekends to our pool season! Many great hours of fun in the sun are in store for all of our Country Club of Asheville members
During our summer months, renovation work will be taking place We will be making positive updates to our al fresco dining area and tackling some safety hazards around the club We will do our best with the interruptions to the member experience to minimum and sincerely apologize in advance. This update has been a long time coming and we are excited about the finished product
As we prepare for the increased foot traffic around the club, now is a good time to remind everyone that safety of the membership and staff is a joint effort.
Be sure to remove all valuables and lock your car.
Follow all directional signage.
Please keep your practice shots within the confines of the driving range
Children should always be monitored around the pool and always swim with a buddy Park in designated parking spots.
We look forward to seeing you all around the club My door is always open, please feel free to reach out any time
Welcome to summer in Western Carolina!
Aaron James General Manager
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MEMBERSHIP
We would like to extend a warm welcome to the following new members to the McConnell Golf Family at the Country Club of Asheville.
David & Cameron Beckman, Junior Sport; David is in the software business Cameron is a Veterinary Pharmaceutical Sales representative. They have two sons, Oliver 7; and Theo 4. The family is looking forward to enjoying the tennis, health, social activities the club offers for the whole family and increasing their sense of community in Asheville. Other interests include hiking, travel, basketball and Pilates Community/charity passions: Animal Welfare They are friends with many CCA members
Alexander & Lauren Carr, Sport; Alexander is the Owner/President of Tops for Shoes and is no stranger to the club as his parents were members when he was growing up Lauren is the Owner of Boutique LP and Luxe Boutique They have two children, son, Jack 7; daughter, Allison 5. The family is looking forward to enjoying the pool, dining and social events. Other interests include basketball, dining out and travel
Michael & Annabelle Cresenzo, Junior Executive; Michael is a Nurse Practitioner with Family Care of Fairview. Annabelle is a SAUSA for the US Attorney's Office. The Cresenzos were married at CCA in May 2022. They are looking forward to enjoying the amenities of the club Other interests include travel, skiing/snowboarding, sailing, singing, painting, learning Italian, and kayaking. Annabelle and Michael are also members of Trinity Episcopal Church where Annabelle sings in the choir. We would like to thank Chris Hess for his sponsorship.
Dr Don & Virginia Gajewski, Resident Full Golf; Don is an Orthopedic Surgeon at Mission Hospital Virginia is a CoOwner of Eagle Nest Property Holdings. They have three children; son, Andrew 14; daughters; Anna 12, Katherine 9. The family is looking forward to enjoying all the amenities the club Other interests include hiking, live music, sporting clays, reading and travel Community/charity passions: Church, Mentor Programs, Arts 4 Life We would like to thank Dr and Mrs. Jason Roberts for their sponsorship.
Brant & Louise Moore, Resident Full Golf; Brant is retired (financial professional) Louise is retired (technical analyst) They are previous members of Kenmure and Reynolds Lake Oconee and have three grown sons. They are looking forward to enjoying the social events, dining, golf and meeting new friends Other interests include reading, dining out, walking, wineries and sports Community/charity passions: Church, Medical Charities and ASPCA
Briggs & Liz Schoen, Junior Golf; Briggs is a Sales Representative for Stryker (Healthcare). Liz is a Branch Office Administrator with Edward Jones They are looking forward to enjoying the amenities of the club, particularly golf (Briggs would like to reach a single digit handicap), tennis (Liz wants to get back into tennis and compete), pickleball, and the pool. Other interests include mountain biking, hiking, cross fit, and hanging with their golden retriever, Kali. Community/charity passions: members of City Church of Asheville, serve on the Asheville/Buncombe County Young Life committee We would like to thank Dr Colin Bird, Anna Grace, and Zach Berry for their sponsorship
Jake Smith & Casi Fordham, Sport; Jake is Executive VP of Global Data Science for Publicis Groupe Casi is a Water Color Artist with a studio in the River Arts They have a son, Wilder 6 The family is looking forward to enjoying tennis, swimming, kid’s programs and connecting with other families. Other interests include mountain biking, hiking, travel and cooking We would like to thank Sara Burns for her sponsorship
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Briggs & Liz Schoen
Dr Don & Virginia Gajewski
John & Katie Clear
Brant & Louise Moore Jake Smith & Casi Fordham Alexander & Lauren Carr Michael & Annabelle Cresenzo
David & Cameron Beckman
CLUB EVENTS
MEMBERBIRTHDAYNIGHT
Wednesday,May1,8&15 5:00pm-9:00pm
Have you heard? As a perk of being a McConnell Golf member, yougetacomplimentarydinneronthemonthofyourbirthday!We have two birthday nights each month, so if you have a birthday coming up, grab your family and friends and come celebrate here at the club Don’t forget that you can still get your birthday dinner curbsideifyoucannotmakeitinside!
DERBYDAY
Saturday,May4
AllDay
MOTHER’SDAYBRUNCH
Sunday,May12 11:00am-2:00pm
Price:$70++Adults | $30++Children(4-11)
48hourcancellationpolicyineffect
One of our favorite holidays to celebrate at the Club is Mother's Day.Itisadaytohonorthewomenwhoraisedus,whocontinue to support us, and who give love unconditionally This year, our Moms can enjoy a live classical guitarist touring the Clubhouse as they indulge in a beautiful buffet and mom-osa bar with their lovedones Makeyourreservationtoday!
FOTG WALK FOR CANCER RESEARCH
Watch the Kentucky Derby at CCA this year - Elaborate Hats Optional!
Join us for mint juleps, bourbon specials, and a special food menu to celebrate this American Tradition! The race will start around6:45pm!GiddyUp&Seeyouthere!
Wednesday, May 22 6:30pm-9:00pm
Price: $5 donation per walker for cancer research
Various cancers have affected all of our lives in one way or another. Families as close as our membership have seen firsthand the difficulties presented by the disease. As a way to band together and show our support in the race for a cure, Country Club of Asheville is hosting a Walk for Cancer Research on our beautiful golf course. Visit the Club Calendar for more information about how you can do your part during this walk for a cause
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CLUB EVENTS
HAVANANIGHTSPARTY
Friday,May24
6:00pm-9:00pm
Price:$50++Adults
48hourcancellationpolicyineffect
We are SO EXCITED for the Warmer Weather to be approaching! As a way to ring in the season, CCA is proud to present a Havana Nights Party! This event will be ADULTS ONLY and hosted poolside! Join us for authentic Cuban cuisine, mojitos, cigars, and dancethenightawaytothesoundsofaCubanBand!
Pleasenotetherewillbenoswimmingatthisevent
MEMORIALDAYPOOLPARTY
Monday,May27
10:00am-7:00pm
Price:$33++Adults | $19++Children(4-11)
MEMBERBIRTHDAYNIGHT
Wednesday,June5,12&29
5:00pm-9:00pm
Have you heard? As a perk of being a McConnell Golf member, yougetacomplimentarydinneronthemonthofyourbirthday!We have two birthday nights each month, so if you have a birthday coming up, grab your family and friends and come celebrate here at the club. Don’t forget that you can still get your birthday dinner curbsideifyoucannotmakeitinside!
FAMILYFIELDDAY
Saturday,June8
2:30pm-7:00pm
Price:$40++Adults | $15++Children(4-11)
48hourcancellationpolicyineffect
It's that time again! Memorial Day is right around the corner! Kick off the summer & join your CCA Team for a little FUN IN THE SUN with our Annual Memorial Day Cookout! Enjoy the water slide, games with Danielle, a good burger, and of course - THE BEER & JUICEDIVES!SeeyouatthePool!
Forthefirsttimeever,weareEXCITEDtoannounceaMembership Field Day! Join us for a day of fun for the whole Family! There will be teams, there will be games, and there will be PRIZES! Who will be the winning team? Is it YOU? Lunch will be included after the gamesconclude!SignUpNOWtoensureyoudon'tmissoutofthe Action!
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KIDS CLUB & SWIM TEAM
GONECAMPINGKIDSCLUB
Friday,May3
5:30pm-8:30pm
Ages3-10| $15perchild
Do you like s’mores and the great outdoors? So do we! We’ll be on the event lawn playing all your favorite camping games and roastingmarshmallows.
WATER,WATER,WATERKIDSCLUB
Friday,June7
6:00pm-9:00pm
Ages4-10| $15perchild
PAJAMAPARTYKIDSCLUB
Friday,May24
5:30pm-8:30pm
Ages4-11| $15perchild
Join the activities team for our pajama party! Enjoy crafts, games, dancing,andamovieonthebigscreen!
NAVL SWIM TEAM
PRACTICE SCHEDULE:
Tuesday 8:00am-10:00am
Wednesday 5:00pm-7:00pm
Thursday 8:00am-10:00am
Friday 8:00am-10:00am
SWIM MEET SCHEDULE:
Saturday, June 22: 8:00am @ EARC - East Asheville Recreation Center
Saturday, June 29: 8:00am @ BF - Biltmore Forest
Saturday, July 6: 8:00am @ Brevard
Saturday, July 13: 8:00am @ Country Club of Asheville (Home Meet)
Saturday, July 20: 8:00am @ Buncombe County School Pool
What better way to bring in the summer than a splashtastic kids club? Be sure the pack your swimsuit, towels, and a change of clothes, as we will be out on the lawn with sprinklers, water balloons,andmore.
LET’SGLOWKIDSCLUB
Friday,June14
5:30pm-8:30pm
Ages3-10| $15perchild
It’s glowing down at CCA, bring the kids over for a glow in the darkparty.Forevenmorefunwearwhiteorneoncolors.
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We made it through winter, warm weather is here and the golf course is greening up! This looks to be a busy summer with lots of fun social and competitive golf events.
Ladies Opening Day – Thursday, May 2nd
Men’s Opening Day – Saturday, May 4th
Couples Golf Six and 6:00 – Friday, May 10th
Men’s Member-Member Tournament – Saturday and Sunday, May 18th-19th
Memorial Flag Day Tournament – Monday, May 27th
Ladies Member-Member Tournament – Wednesday and Thursday, June 12th-13th
Men’s Member/Guest Tournament – Thursday-Saturday, June 20th-22nd
Friday Men’s Shootout – Friday, June 28th
Folds of Honor
Once again this year the golf shop staff will be playing 100 holes of golf on Tuesday, May 28th for the Folds of Honor Foundation Please see the link below to donate towards our golf marathon Proceeds from the Memorial Day Flag Tournament and other events happening over Memorial Day weekend will also be going towards the Folds of Honor Charity
2024IndividualMatchPlayTournament
LadiesandJuniorGolfClinics
ThisyearwearestartinganIndividualSeasonLongNetMatchPlayTournament.Fieldwillbeflightedbasedonhandicap.Allfirstround matcheswillbeplayedonSaturday,June1stwinnerswillhavethreeweekstoscheduleandcompletetheirnextmatchThisschedulewill continueuntilwearedowntothefinaltwoplayersandthechampionshipmatch$40perpersonentryfee,men’sandladies’bracket,must haveaminimumof8playerstocreateabracket.
New Golf Rates:
Cart Fees: $25 00
Accompanied Guest Rates:
Weekday : $95 00
Weekend: $115 00
Family Guest Rate: $60.00
New McConnell Golf Playing Policy:
StartinginJunewewillbeingweeklyladiesandjuniorgolfclinics.JuniorswillbeeveryWednesdaystartingWednesday,June5that5:00. LadieswillbeeverySaturdaystartingSaturday,June8that11:00.$10.00perperson,clinicswillrunforonehour,eachclinicwillcover fundamentals,rulesofthegameandwillusedifferentclubseachweekBeginnersandexperiencedplayersareallwelcometoattend
Members who have full golf privileges at their home facility (not including RCC Non-Resident members) are allowed to play McConnell Golf Sister owned Properties 15 times per calendar year FOR CART FEE ONLY with no more than 3 OF THOSE times at any one property Members will be billed the appropriate cart fee(s) for each round of golf
The 15 times per year and 3 times at one facility policy applies to the membership as a whole and not per person on the membership.
Once a member has exceeded either the 15 times total play or 3 times at one MCG owned facility, any subsequent visit(s) will result in being charged the appropriate guest fee at the respected property being played
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TEE IT UP
CLINIC SCHEDULE
MONDAY
Advanced 9:30am-11:00am
Tiny Tots 3:30pm-4:30pm
Aces/Smashers 4:30pm-6:00pm
TUESDAY
High Performance 8:30am-10:00am
Intermediate 10:00am-11:30am
Big Hitters 4:30pm-6:00pm
WEDNESDAY
Advanced 9:30am-11:00am
Aces/Smashers 4:30pm-6:00pm
THURSDAY
Cardio 8:30am-10:00am
Intermediate 10:00am-11:30am
Tiny Tots 3:30pm-4:30pm
Hitters 4:30pm-5:30pm
FRIDAY
Advanced 9:30am-11:00am
High Performance 1:30pm-3:00pm
SATURDAY
Beginner 9:00am-10:30am
Intermediate/Advanced 10:30am-12:00pm
PICKLEBALL DROP-IN
MONDAY 2:30pm-4:00pm
WEDNESDAY 6:00pm-7:30pm
SATURDAY 9:00am-10:30am
CINCODEMAYOMIXER
Sunday,May5
RoundRobin4:00pm-5:30pm
Refreshments5:30pm-7:00pm
Price:$10++Adults|$4.00++Children(4-11)
Join us on Cinco de Mayo for some Round Robin Tennis followed by a social hour complete with margaritas, non-alcoholic Cincoinspiredbeverages,andchips&salsa!
We are excited to announce what we have in store for the tennis program here at The Country Club of Asheville over the next couple of months! First we’d like to announce that our outdoor clay tennis courts are officially open for play. The entire team here at CCA has worked hard to open them even earlier this season, so everyone can enjoy them for as long as possible this year. Next time you visit the outdoor tennis court area you’ll notice an improved viewing experience, and significantly less debris on the courts as we have cut down/ trimmed many of the problem trees around the tennis facility to improve your tennis experience and, most importantly, your safety.
We are also very excited to announce that we will now be carrying lululemon apparel at the tennis pro shop This will make the Country Club of Asheville one of only two places in Asheville that you can find lululemon merchandise Keep an eye out for the announcement of the launch party we will be hosting in the coming weeks. Alongside the new lululemon apparel entering the shop, we will be having a clearance sale of our current inventory that includes items that are great for both on and off the court
Some events we have coming up that we would love to see you at include our Cinco De Mayo Round Robin May 5th where you can expect themed music, drinks, and snacks to go along with a fun social tennis outing and opportunity to make some new friends, our Try Tennis clinic May 26th is for anyone that is interested in learning about our amazing sport and seeing if it could be for them Our Memorial Day Round Robin 27th will kick off the pseudo summer season, and you can expect food, drinks and celebration of the holiday as we recognize those that served our great country. Our annual USTA Junior Tennis Tournament is June 15-16th and we encourage you to come out to watch some of the best North Carolina has to offer and a few of our very own juniors compete Finally we will commence true summer with our 1st of 4 Sports Camps of the year from June 24th-28th if you have a child that’s 612 years old and is looking for a week of fun in the sun, check with Danielle if there are any slots remaining.
As we progress into through spring and into summer things will get even busier here at CCA To meet the demands of our growing membership we will be adding to our staff with both permanent and seasonal workers that will help us continue to grow our program into the vibrant tennis community we envision for the near future. Keep an eye out for the new faces and much more to come from Tennis at Country Club of Asheville.
Sincerely,
Leon Poplawski
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COURTSIDE NEWS
ToStretchorNottoStretch,Thatisthequestion?
In today's world, we are gleaning information from multiple sources and trying to do our best. So when we see a research paper stating that stretching affects athletic performance, we jump to it, and do not stretch Then we see post after post talking about how we need to stretchourhipflexorstoalleviatethebackpain.Whichisit?
Like most answers in life, it depends. It depends on what the goal is: are you warming up for a round of golf, cooling down from a run or hardgymsession,orareyoujustgettingmovingfortheday?Stretchingcanbebrokenupintothreecategories:static,dynamic,andprecontraction stretching I know, you're thinking, "We have 3 categories of stretching?" but they're really not that different from what you probablyknoworhavedoneinthepast.
Static stretching is the most common type of stretching. This is where we lengthen a muscle and hold it for a period of time, 10 seconds to a minute or more Dynamic stretching can be thought of as a quick stretch or moving stretching; think of leg swings or kicks Precontraction stretching consists of activation of the agonist muscle or the antagonist with a subsequent stretch after a short contraction period
So what is the right way to stretch or not to stretch? When you get down to the nitty gritty of the research, we go back to “it depends” Different individuals will require different protocols for their bodies. As a general rule, I like to prescribe a short warm-up period, walk or bike, then a dynamic stretching session with a few static stretches thrown in. I tend to leave most static stretches and pre-contraction stretchesfortheendofworkoutsorformorningmovementroutines
Thereasonforawarm-upispurelyduetoresearchshowinga15%decreaseinmuscleactivationwithstaticstretchingpriortoanathletic event. With a warm-up this decrease is eliminated and even shown to improve the athletic performance of the muscle. This means that you should arrive for your round a little early next time and get some warming up done in the wellness center It does not mean do your stretchesonthesecondhole,withthefirstholebeingyourwarm-up.Hitthemwelloutthere.
30 minutes - $45
60 minutes - $80
90 minutes - $100
120 minutes - $135 ADD-ONS
CBD- $10
Aromatherapy - $5
HotStones - $17
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the QR Code to visit my website or call/text
to book your massage appointment today.
PRICING
FITNESS ON-SITE MASSAGE THERAPIST Stephanie Christian Scan
773.341.6903
ManyBenefitsFromChairYoga:
"Contrarytowhatonemightthink,Chair Yogaprovidesanexcellentworkout.It worksallpartsofthebodyandhelps preventinjuries.Myabs,armandleg musclesarestronger,balancehas improvedandIammovingmorequickly onthetenniscourt.Ican'timaginea betterChairYogainstructorthanPaula Hanke."
-CarolMcCollum
Yoga at CCA:
Tuesdays: 8:30am - Mat Yoga
9:45am - Chair Yoga
Thursdays: 8:30am - Mat Yoga
9:45am - Chair Yoga
For more Info: phanke@ccofasheville.com
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FITNESS
MCCONNELL GOLF NEWS
MCCONNELL GOLF, THE MAGAZINE
Sit back, relax, and enjoy the scenery of McConnell Golf! The Spring/Summer 2024 edition of McConnell Golf, The Magazine is out now, featuring our travel stories from members at various properties, collegiate partnerships, member-submitted photos, and more. Since its inception in 2008, McConnell Golf has printed over 30 editions of this publication If you have an interesting story to share with us, contact Faith Inman at finman@mcconnellgolf.com for a chance to be featured in our next edition
VISIT KNOXVILLE OPEN I MAY 20 - 26
The Korn Ferry Tour makes the trip to Tennessee for the longstanding Visit Knoxville Open at Holston Hills Country Club. The Visit Knoxville Open is one of four remaining original Korn Ferry Tour events from the tour’s inception back in 1990 Past tournament champions include recent PGA TOUR winners Peter Malnati (2013) and Stephan Jaeger (2021). For tournament and volunteer information, visit www.visitknoxopen.com
EXPERIENCING EMAIL COMMUNICATION ISSUES?
To review your member profile and ensure your contact information is accurate, go to the ‘My Club’ dropdown on your club’s private website If you have issues updating your profile or need further assistance, please email our Communications Director, Faith Inman, at finman@mcconnellgolf.com using the subject line McConnell Golf Member Profile
UNC HEALTH CHAMPIONSHIP I MAY 30 - JUNE 2
The City of Oaks and Raleigh Country Club is proud to host the Korn Ferry Tour’s only stop in North Carolina and is the second leg of backto-back Korn Ferry Tour events at McConnell Golf properties Last year’s tournament ended in an exciting playoff with Jorge FernándezValdés securing his first win on the tour. For tournament and volunteer information, visit www.unchealthchampionship.com
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Ladies Opening Day
WGA Welcome Party FOTG Walk for Cancer Research
Havana Nights Party Pajama Party - Kids Club MemorialDayPoolParty MemorialDayFlagDay Tournament MemorialDayRoundRobin Clubhouse/CourseOpen
MAY: LEMON COOKIE
Patrick Budniewski - Executive Chef at HHCC
Ingredients:
2lemons
1 cup(2sticks) unsalted butter, softened
1 cupwhite granulated sugar
1large egg
2 1/2 cupsall-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoonbaking soda
1/4 teaspoonsalt
1 teaspoonmilk (if needed)
Lemon Glaze:
6 teaspoonsof the reserved lemon juice
1 1/2 cupspowdered sugar
Pool Soft OpeningNo F&B Men’s Member Member
Sunday Brunch Pool Soft Opening - No F&B
Men’s Member Member
Sunday Brunch Try Tennis
Directions:
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Rinse lemons, dry, and roll firmly against the counter to help release juices Zest lemons, being careful not to get into the pith. Reserve zest in a small bowl. Juice lemons and reserve juice in a second small bowl.
Preheat oven to 350F and line 2-3 large baking sheets with parchment paper.
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2. Cream butter with sugar for 1 minute until just combined, but don't beat too much air into the mixture
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Add egg and 2 teaspoons of the lemon juice and mix until combined
In a clean bowl, stir together flour, baking soda, salt, and lemon zest. Add dry ingredients to butter mixture in 4-5 additions, mixing until a few flour streaks remain.
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If dough appears chalky or dry, mix in 1 teaspoon of milk You want the dough to be moist but easy to work with - not too sticky
Turn dough out onto a floured work surface and roll out to 1/4-inch thickness Use a 2-inch round cookie cutter to cut cookies Place onto prepared baking sheet spaced 2 inches apart. Gather up remaining dough scraps, roll out again (flour surface again if needed) and cut out more cookies.
Bake on center rack 9-11 minutes or until cookies are just set. Don't wait for them to get too brown, or they will taste dry Let cool on pan 5 minutes, then transfer to cooling rack Repeat with remaining baking sheets Let cookies cool completely 8. Lemon Glaze Directions:
Stir together powdered sugar and lemon juice until fully combined Pull a fork or knife through the glaze. The line you make should hold its shape for about 5 seconds. If it's too thin, add a little more powdered sugar. If it's too thick, add a little more lemon juice. Make additions in very, very small amounts, mixing well between each one, to test consistency
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May
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Use a butter knife or the back of a spoon to spread glaze onto each cookie Let sit at room temperature until glaze is set
Member Birthday Night Member Birthday Night Member Birthday Night Derby Day Men’s Opening Day Mother’s Day Brunch Sunday Brunch Tennis Cinco de Mayo Mixer
Pool
Clubhouse/Course Closed Folds of Honor Tournament
Open
Couples Golf Six at 6:00pm Pool Opening Day Gone CampingKids Club
Dinosaur Adventure Youth Camp Dinosaur Adventure Youth Camp
Member Birthday Night
Sports Camp
Wet ‘N Wild Mini Camp
Sports Camp Wet ‘N Wild Mini Camp
DinosaurAdventureYouth Camp
LadiesMemberMember MemberBirthdayNight
Men’s Member Guest - No Dinner
Dinosaur Adventure Youth Camp Ladies Member Member
Couples Golf Six at 6:00pm
Sports Camp Wet ‘N Wild Mini Camp Member Birthday Night
Men’s Member Guest - No Lunch or Dinner
Sports Camp
Wet ‘N Wild Mini Camp
Men’s Member Guest - No Lunch or Dinner
Sports Camp Wet ‘N Wild Mini Camp Men’s Shootout
JUNE: CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER AND OAT NO-BAKE COOKIES (GLUTEN FREE)
William Tew - Executive Chef at WCC
Ingredients:
1/4 cup butter
2 cups sugar
1/4 cup Hershey’s Cocoa
1/2 cup evaporated milk
3 cups your favorite oats (quick 1-Minute oats)
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 cup peanut butter
Directions:
1
Bring butter, sugar, cocoa, and evaporated milk to a boil for 1 minute. Remove from heat.
Add oats, vanilla, and peanut butter. Mix well. Drop by teaspoonfuls onto waxed paper. Cool, then serve. 2. Match Play Round
Men’s Member Guest - No Lunch or Dinner
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Dinosaur Adventure Youth Camp
MARCHEMPLOYEEOFTHEMONTH BRANDONAVALOS(F&B)
Throughout the month, Brandon has shown what a great asset he is to the culinary team. He worked multiple stations, such as garde manger to help out the team, and he stayed late to get everything ready for Easter He came in early to help with prep work and worked on his day off filling in for another staff member on short notice He can always be counted on to be a team player.
APRIL EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH KYLE WHITE (CART ATTENDANT)
Kyle gets here early and works his butt off. He’s my go-to guy when I need something and he always delivers and strives to be better
SPOTLIGHT
Country Club of Asheville 170 Windsor Road Asheville, NC 28804 EMPLOYEE