NOVEMBER I DECEMBER 2023
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COUNTRY CLUB OF ASHEVILLE
YOUR CLUB
CLUB CONTACTS
NOVEMBER-DECEMBER HOURS OF OPERATION
CLUBHOUSE AND ADMINISTRATIVE Aaron James | General Manager ajames@ccofasheville.com
DONALD ROSS DINING ROOM Monday I Closed Tuesday I 11:30am-5:00pm Wednesday-Saturday I 11:30am-9:00pm Sunday I 10:30am-5:00pm FITNESS CENTER 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 GOLF SHOP Monday I Closed Tuesday-Sunday I 7:30am-6:00pm PRACTICE FACILITY Monday I Closed Tuesday-Sunday I 7:30am-6:00pm
Debbie Ponder | Membership & Marketing Director dponder@ccofashville.com Olivia Blahowsky | Administrative & Member Services Manager oblahowsky@ccofasheville.com Liz DeKoyer | Communications Director edekoyer@ccofashville.com Chris Small | Clubhouse Maintenance csmall@ccofasheville.com FOOD AND BEVERAGE Bruce McIntosh, CEC I Executive Chef bmcintosh@ccofasheville.com Brittani Lucas | Director of Catering & Events britlucas@ccofasheville.com Kyle Perry | Outlets Manager kperry@ccofasheville.com
MULLIGANS Monday I Closed Tuesday-Sunday I 10:00am-5:00pm
GROUNDS Brandon Ingle | Golf Course Superintendent bingle@ccofasheville.com
TENNIS SHOP 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 *Closed for lunch 1:00pm-2:00pm
GOLF AND TENNIS Luke Lovell, PGA | Director of Golf llovell@ccofasheville.com
ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES Monday-Friday I 10:00am-5:00pm
DROP AND PLAY Danielle Bullock | Drop and Play Manager dbullock@ccofasheville.com
CLUB NUMBERS Take-out/Reservations Front Desk Golf Shop Membership Member Services Tennis Courts Events & Catering
FITNESS Dennis Owenby | Personal Trainer dowenby@ccofasheville.com
828.398.2745 828.258.9183 828.258.9762 828.398.2741 828.398.2744 828.505.1621 828.398.2742
Cover Photo: The Pino Family at the 2022 Santa Brunch. Photo taken by Justin Clark. Below Photo: Patricia Nossen and guest at Ladies Member Guest Tournament.
Ross Lally, PGA | Assistant Golf Professional rlally@ccofasheville.com Tito Poplawski | Director of Tennis tpoplawski@ccofasheville.com
Grayson Cooper | Personal Trainer gcooper@ccofasheville.com Paula Hanke | Personal Trainer phanke@ccofasheville.com Malynda Kerksick | Personal Trainer mkerksick@ccofasheville.com
IN THIS ISSUE Your Club...……………….….….….....…............….........2 CCA Buzz.........…………...…….........................…......3 Letter from the GM & Gallery..........................4 Membership.........................................................5 Club Updates & Events.................................6-7 Kids Club...............................................................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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CCA buzz Look who’s talking about CC of Asheville! Please enjoy a few of our favorite mentions below and keep sharing your experiences by tagging us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram for a chance to be featured in the next newsletter.
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@chadthecaddi I finally eagled par 5 hole #2 at Country Club of Asheville! The golf course is in fantastic shape and it’s the best time the year to play golf in the North Carolina Mountains.
@Katharine Joyce What a blast we had at Country Club of Asheville’s Member-Guest.
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LETTER FROM THE GM & GALLERY As we approach the end of the 2023 and I complete my first trip around the sun with Country Club of Asheville, I want to say a heartfelt thank you to you all. The membership and staff really make this Club so special. This partnership between the membership and Club has shined brightly in 2023! Hosting exciting golf and tennis tournaments, multiple social events, and one McConnell Golf interclub tennis event, your participation has been felt across the property. Marching into the holiday season, we look forward to spending “the most wonderful time of the year” with you at Country Club of Asheville. Along with our traditional Thanksgiving Buffet and Santa Brunch, we are excited to be hosting some new Holiday Events as well, including our Tree Lighting Ceremony and the 1st Annual Holiday Gala. Please be reminded that advanced reservations are always encouraged. This helps our team better prepare your excellent experience with family and friends. In preparation for the gift giving season, Country Club of Asheville has you covered for all the special people in your world. Our Pro Shops, Dining Room, and online store have an exciting variety of items for every age group. Be sure to stop by and check out the new fall and winter collections. Coaching is always a great gift and our team of Golf and Tennis professionals are on hand to help you reach the next level. We are blessed to be a part of such a beautiful area, as the leaves change and the snow begins to fall, there is always something fun happening at Country Club of Asheville. We look forward to seeing you at the Club. Happy Holidays, 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.
Kyle & Carol Lorton
Zach & Jordan Berry
Dan & Jennie Bowers
Jason Heldt & Dr. Alexis Yamokoski
Clint & Heather Loftin
Ryan & Rebecca Dent
Courtney & Seth Mabe
Zach & Jordan Berry; Junior Golf, Zach is in sales, Healthcare Medical Devices. Jordan is in Marketing. They are past members of Four Bridges Country Club in Ohio. The Berry’s are looking forward to meeting new friends, enjoying golf, tennis, pool and socializing. Other interests include: hiking, kayaking, sports, music and walking their dog. Community/charity passions: Habitat for Humanity. Dan & Jennie Bowers; Junior Executive, Dan is a Federal Attorney. Jennie is a Program Specialist for a non-profit Education organization that requires frequent flying from New York to San Diego. They are past members of Woodmore Country Club. The Bowers’ are joining for a great golf layout with quality conditions, quick greens, a relaxing clubhouse and atmosphere, events, tournaments and welcoming atmosphere after just moving here from the DC area. Other interests include: (Dan) cooking, camping, politics, and playing music on their 1916 Steinway player piano. (Jennie) enjoys baking, crafting, painting, and touring historical homes. Community/charity passions: Dan is looking forward to getting involved with Pisgah Legal Services. Ryan & Rebecca Dent; Junior Executive, Ryan is the Chief Revenue Officer for MoLo Solutions. Rebecca is self-employed. They have a son, Hank (11), who is attending Carolina Day School as a 6th grader. The Dent’s are looking forward to enjoying the many amenities of the club and meeting new friends. They recently moved from Brentwood, TN, where they are former members of Nashville Golf and Athletic Club. The Dents also hold a membership at Chechessee Creek Club. Jason Heldt & Dr. Alexis Yamokoski; Resident Full Golf, Jason, Alexis, and Loren (age 12) moved from Ohio to Asheville two years ago to enjoy access to year-round golf and outdoor adventures. Jason and Alexis are distributors for BasiCare Plus, an affordable virtual healthcare solutions company. In their free time, Jason is a hockey enthusiast, Alexis finds joy in travel and studying personal/professional development, Loren loves reading and practicing aerial silks, and they are avid fans of the Ohio State University Buckeyes. The Heldt-Yamokoski family is thrilled to be CCA members and looks forward to making new friends and being active members of the CCA community! Clint & Heather Loftin; Resident Full Golf, The Loftins are the Owners of Heart to Home of Asheville. Clint provides the Residential Home Improvement/Real Estate and Heather is the Realtor/Interior Designer. They have three children; daughter, Claire age 16, twins age 13; daughter, Lydia and son, Luke. The Loftins are looking forward to enjoying the amenities of the club including a pleasant golf experience, relaxing atmosphere and meeting new friends. Other interests include: going to college football games, spending time at the lake or beach, seeing live shows and music. Community/charity passions: youth sports and education. We would like to thank Cody Cheek for his sponsorship. Kyle & Carol Lorton; Resident Full Golf, Recent transplants to Biltmore Lake from Highland, Maryland. Kyle is Semi-Retired, Petrochemical and Plastics Industry; Carol is Director, Parent and Family Philanthropy for the University of Maryland. Kyle will be playing golf, and both are looking forward to meeting new friends and enjoying the social activities. Other interests include: (Kyle) landscape outdoors, avid athlete – swimmer and bike rider, and politically active; (Carol) the arts, dance and as an avid reader would “love to start a book club” after leaving a 20+ year book club behind in MD. Courtney & Seth Mabe; Junior Executive, Courtney is the Pharmacy Director at Pharmerica-Blue Ridge Pharmacy and Seth is a General Contractor and Real Estate Agent. They have two sons, Judson (age 6) and Chace (age 4). They are past members of Asheville Racquet Club. The Mabes are looking forward to spending more time together as a family, playing golf & tennis and enjoying club social events. They are active members of Trinity Episcopal Church. Seth and Courtney would like to thank the McCall and Case families for their sponsorship.
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CLUB UPDATES & EVENTS
FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE Friday, November 3 | Friday, December 1 5:00pm-9:00pm | Live music starting at 6:00pm
Ready to get back out, socialize and enjoy some live music? On the first Friday of every month, we will feature local live entertainment, everything from acoustic guitar to pianists. Don’t forget to make reservations for a wonderful night of live entertainment, cocktails, and amazing food.
MEMBER BIRTHDAY NIGHT Thursday, November 9 & 16 | December 7 & 14 5:00pm-9:00pm Have you heard? As a perk of being a McConnell Golf member, you get a complimentary dinner on the month of your birthday! We have two birthday night's 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 curbside if you cannot make it inside!
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OYSTER ROAST
Friday, November 10 6:00pm-10:00pm Price: $75++ Adults 48 hour cancellation policy in effect Country Club of Asheville is hosting our Annual Oyster Roast on November 10! Join us for oysters on the half shell, live music, and of course: THE ICE LUGE! This is one of our most favorite events of the year, you won’t want to miss it!
WINE DINNER
Friday, November 17 6:00pm-9:00pm Price: $125++ Adults 48 hour cancellation policy in effect Join us November 17 for our Fall Wine dinner. Enjoy a multi-course meal carefully curated to pair with a selection of premier wines selected exclusively by Kyle and local sommeliers. Don’t miss this opportunity to expand your pallet and experience a night of Wine & Fine Dining at CCA. Reservations are LIMITED, secure your table today!
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CLUB UPDATES & EVENTS THANKSGIVING BUFFET Thursday, November 23
11:30am-1:30pm Price: $60++ Adults | $30++ Children (4-11) 48 hour cancellation policy in effect The Season of Giving reminds us of love, family, friends, and turkey. Fortunately, Country Club of Asheville has you covered on all these pieces...most importantly: the turkey! Join us to kick off the holidays with Chef Bruce‘s Thanksgiving Feast. Enjoy your meal to the soothing sounds of live piano and finish the day with pies aplenty! We are so grateful to our Membership, and we look forward to celebrating the season with you all.
TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY Wednesday, November 29 6:00pm-7:00pm
We have all seen the grand Christmas Tree that adorns the Pisgah Ballroom during the Holidays. There is a magic that blossoms from it’s branches the moment we first light it, and this year, we want you to experience the magic. Join us for complimentary Christmas Cookies, Hot Cocoa, and coffee while enjoying the first lighting of our tree.
GINGERBREAD HOUSE FAMILY EVENT Saturday, December 9 10:00am-12:00pm Price: $12++ per person 48 hour cancellation policy in effect
CCA is excited to announce the return of Gingerbread House building! This family-friendly event promises and afternoon of teamwork, snacks, creativity, and best of all: Holiday Spirit! More information will come, so keep an eye out in your email and push notifications!
The Tree Lighting Ceremony is a complimentary event, and we hope you will bring the whole family to light up the season with us!
1ST ANNUAL CCA HOLIDAY GALA* SANTA BRUNCH Sunday, December 3 11:00am-1:00pm Price: $28++ Adults | $17++ Children (4-11) 48 hour cancellation policy in effect
Ho! Ho! Ho! The Big Man has been in touch with us and will be stopping by to check in with the kids on December 3! Photography will be on site for all your holiday photo needs as well as Letters to Santa and don’t forget the Brunch! Reservations fill up fast! Please stay tuned for more information about what time Santa will be here.
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Saturday, December 16 6:00pm-10:00pm Price: $75++ Adults 48 hour cancellation policy in effect
Candlelight & Carolers has been revamped, reinvented, and renewed! Don’t worry! Carolers WILL BE on site, as well as plenty of candlelight for your holiday celebration. We have added a new level of elegance and decadence to this event, boasting live jazz music, culinary stations for dinner, passed champagne, and a “dress-to-impress” dress code. We are extremely excited to host this Gala, and we look forward to celebrating with you. Please be on the lookout for more information about this fabulous soiree and how you can attend! *Kids Club will be available!
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KIDS CLUB
LEGO SOCIAL Friday, November 10 6:00pm-9:00pm Ages 3-11 | $15 per child Are your kids Lego fanatics? Well, this is the night for them! Bring them out to the club for Lego building and socializing with friends while you enjoy some adult time.
ELF ON THE SHELF Friday, December 1 5:30pm-8:30pm Ages 3-10 | $12 per child It’s finally December! Bring the kids over to welcome our CCA Elf on the Shelf. We will be crafting gifts to bring home to your own elves.
CIDER SIPPING Friday, November 17 6:00pm-9:00pm Ages 4-11 | $15 per child Wear your favorite flannel and come over for a fall-tastic evening. The kids will enjoy a mini pie bar, apple cider, and guided painting!
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SANTA’S WORKSHOP Saturday, December 16 6:00pm-9:00pm Ages 3-11 | $15 per child Bring your holiday spirit and cheer tonight as we will be busy little elves crafting ornaments, decorating cookies, and playing with toys.
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TEE IT UP - UPCOMING TOURNAMENTS Thursday, November 2nd - Glow Vibe Night Golf Shotgun start at dark $100 per person, includes all food and drinks before play begins and drinks on the golf course Saturday, November 4th – Men’s Closing Day 10:00 am shotgun start 2 man Texas Scramble, 75% of each player’s handicap Open to all male CCA members & children over 16 Men may play any tee, gross & net division $200 per team includes cart fees, prizes, breakfast, lunch, on-course snacks & non-alcoholic beverages, beer on the course & following play Sign up for all events on the Country Club of Asheville website or call the Golf Shop.
It’s hard to believe that fall is here and the leaves are starting to change colors. The year has gone by fast and the 2023 golf season is coming to a close. We have had a busy year, rounds have increased from 2022 and our tournaments have all been a big success. We are working on the golf calendar for next year and details about the 2024 tournaments will be released as soon as possible!
Golf Simulator With colder days coming remember that we do have the indoor simulator to practice on. We also now have the option for you to play 18 holes of golf! Bring three of your friends and play a full round of golf while staying warm inside! Please call the golf shop to reserve a time on the simulator. Holiday Golf Shop Hours Thanksgiving Day 10:00 shotgun start Golf carts must be returned by 2:30 Christmas Eve 10:00 shotgun start Golf carts must be returned by 2:30 Christmas Day Closed New Year’s Day Closed Holiday Golf Shop Sale With the year coming to an end please remember that all golf shop credit book money must be used by December 31st. Be on the lookout for details about the Golf Shop Christmas Sale! All merchandise will be on sale starting mid December through the end of year. Discounts only apply to in stock merchandise, special orders will not receive golf shop discounts.
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COURTSIDE NEWS Summer and fall brought some fun and exciting memories on the tennis courts at Country Club of Asheville. From junior tournaments to adult clinics, members shared many laughs on the court. The McConnell Ladies Tennis Weekend, an event that involves tennis players from different McConnell Clubs, took place at CCA this past September. Players come to one club for a weekend of clinics, round robins, tournaments, food and beverages. This is the first time since COVID that the McConnell Ladies Tennis Weekend has taken place and I hope to continue the tradition in years to come!
CLINIC SCHEDULE
With winter coming, freezing weather is imminent in the mountains of Asheville. This, of course, means the unfortunate closing of the outdoor clay tennis courts. Due to the risk of freezing pipes, water must be drained from the pipes and turned off for the season. On the bright side! We do have two heated indoor tennis courts and 6 indoor pickleball courts! So, if you are looking for a good indoor activity during the winter, contact me to get involved!
WEDNESDAY Beginner Clinic 9:00am-10:30am Aces/Smashers 5:00pm-6:30pm
We have a few events to look forward to as we approach the end of the year: November 3rd: Pickle & Pinot A pickleball round robin where you can enjoy some social pickleball as well as refreshments. Play will start at 5pm. December 2nd & 3rd: Pickleball Tournament The first of many during the colder months, Pickleball Tournaments are a great opportunity to up your game and get involved in some competitive pickleball.
BEGINNING NOVEMBER 1 MONDAY Advanced Clinic 9:30am-11:00am Tiny Tots 4:00pm-5:00pm Aces/Smashers 5:00pm-6:30pm TUESDAY Cardio Tennis 9:00am-10:30am Smashers 5:00pm-6:30pm
THURSDAY Intermediate Clinic 10:00am-11:30am Tiny Tots 4:00pm-5:00pm Hitters 5:00pm-6:00pm FRIDAY Advanced Clinic 10:00am-11:30am SATURDAY Intermediate/Advanced 10:30am-12:00pm
PICKLEBALL DROP-IN MONDAY 2:30pm-4:00pm WEDNESDAY 5:30pm-7:00pm SATURDAY 9:00am-10:30am
December 15th: Family Pickleball Family Pickleball is a fun event where you can bring your kids and learn how to play pickleball! No experience needed to participate!
Thank you, Tito Poplawski, PTR Director of Tennis
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FITNESS
Physical Therapy at CCA It's The Off Season What can you start doing in the off season to improve your game next year? The easy and simple answer is to work on increasing your clubhead speed. The old saying goes, "Drive for show, putt for dough" and was probably coined by someone who slices the ball into the next county off the tee. The data however shows that while Pros are statistically better than amateurs inside of 10 feet putting, they are not that much better outside of that range. The biggest statistical difference between pros and amateurs is their distance off the tee. Even between pros, the distance off the tee and the strokes gained from tee to green denotes a better money list position than the golfer who gains more strokes putting. So what do I do? I get asked this question a lot, and unfortunately it is not a one size fits all solution. My first suggestion is, if you are not in the gym doing some sort of strength training, start there! If you need help, then recruit the help from a personal trainer. If you want to go all in, then completing a full body assessment will help you understand where to focus your training and allow you to make the most gains pertaining to the golf swing. Hold a gun to my head and say, what is one tip, I would say strengthening your hips and core will benefit your swing and body the most. Want more? In addition to getting your base level fitness in, work on plyometrics, specifically single leg explosive work. A study in 2018 found that golfers who completed an 8 week plyometric training cycle increased their clubhead speed 2x, ball speed 1.5x, carry distance 2.36x, and total distance 4.41x versus the gains of a control group. Training your body to move explosively will help you create more power and speed in the golf swing. This is not just swinging a speed stick hard and then going to the course, even though that does help, it is learning and perfect moments that make up the golf swing. Want to know more, set up a phone consultation or a full body assessment with Dr. Walt through his website www.performance-ability.com or stop into the physical therapy room on Tuesday or Thursday.
PRICING 30 minutes - $40 I 60 minutes - $70 90 minutes - $90 I 120 minutes - $120 ADD-ONS CBD - $10 Aromatherapy - $5 Hot Stones - $17
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ON-SITE MASSAGE THERAPIST
Stephanie Christian
Scan the QR Code to visit my website or call/text 773.341.6903 to book your massage appointment today.
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FITNESS
‘Why I Love Yoga!’ I’ve done yoga for a very long time and value the strength, flexibility and balance that comes with the practice. (Although I don’t so much buy into the Hindu philosophy, I do respect it and acknowledge they were on to something when the ancients organized this series of movements to promote good health. I’m more in line with Newton’s first law: a body in motion tends to stay in motion, even though it wasn’t written for humans, maybe it applies!) And Paula is a treasure! I didn’t know she was part of the deal when we joined the club but I’m sure glad she’s here. I’ve been in hundreds of Paula’s classes, and they are all rewarding. No two are the same and she’s great with beginners and all levels of experience. She leads with great skill and is a gifted teacher who makes the practice really accessible and fun. Dave Peterson - CCA
Yoga classes continue with Paula throughout the Winter! Mat Classes on Tuesday & Thursday @ 8:30AM Chair Classes on Tuesday & Thursday @ 9:45AM Any questions can be emailed to phanke@ccofasheville.com
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MCCONNELL GOLF NEWS
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Hot off the press – the second issue of our 20th anniversary magazine is here! This issue highlights part II of a year-long celebration. We invite you to send us detailed stories about your member experience for the upcoming 2024 publications as well. To submit a story idea, go to bit.ly/mcconnellgolfthemagazine2024 and complete the form, or email Faith Inman at finman@mcconnellgolf.com. We appreciate everything you do to make this publication a success!
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November Glowvibe
Pickle & Pinot Friday Night Live
Sunday Brunch
Member Birthday Night
Oyster Roast Kids Club
Sunday Brunch
Member Birthday Night
Wine Dinner Kids Club
Sunday Brunch
Kids Camp
Kids Camp
Sunday Brunch
Kids Camp Clubhouse Closing at 4:00pm
Men’s Closing Day
Thanksgiving Buffet
Tree Lighting Ceremony
NOVEMBER: RUSSIAN TEA COOKIE Sam Tessman - Line Cook at Holston Hills CC Ingredients 2 Cups Butter, softened 1 Cup Powdered Sugar 2 TSP Vanilla 4 1/2 Cups Gold Medal™ All-Purpose Flour 1 1/2 Cups Pecans, finely chopped (Pecans may be replaced for walnuts) 1/2 TSP Salt Powdered Sugar for Tossing DIRECTIONS: 1. Mix vanilla, 1 cup of powdered sugar and butter in a large bowl until combined. Stir in flour, nuts and salt and continue mixing until a soft dough is formed. 2. Preheat oven to 400°F. Roll dough into 1/2 inch balls and place on ungreased baking pan lined with parchment paper 1 inch apart. 3. Bake for 10 minutes until cookies are set, but not browned. 4. Transfer to a wire rack to cool slightly. 5. While cookies are still slightly warm toss in powdered sugar.
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December Friday Night Live Kids Club
Open Pickleball Tournament Santa Brunch
Sunday Brunch
Christmas Eve Brunch
Gingerbread House Family Event
Member Birthday Night
Sunday Brunch
Kids Winter Camp
Kids Winter Camp
Open Pickleball Tournament
Member Birthday Night
Family Pickleball
Kids Winter Camp
Kids Winter Camp
Kids Winter Camp
Kids Winter Camp
Kids Winter Camp
Kids Winter Camp
1st Annual CCA Holiday Gala Kids Club
NYE Brunch
DECEMBER: ITALIAN RICOTTA COOKIE Emily Montimurro - Pastry Chef at Porters Neck CC Ingredients 1 Pound Butter 3 1/2 Cups Sugar 4 Eggs 30oz Ricotta Cheese 4 TBSP Vanilla 8 Cups All-Purpose Flour 2 TSP Baking Powder 2 TSP Baking Soda Glaze Ingredients 8 TBSP Milk 3 Cups 10x Confectioners Sugar 1 TSP Almond Extract (optional) DIRECTIONS: 1. Cream butter and sugar. Add eggs, ricotta and vanilla. 2. In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking powder and baking soda. 3. Add dry ingredients to the ricotta mixture until fully incorporated. 4. Chill & scoop; Bake for 12-15 minutes at 350°F depending on size. 5. Allow to cool on sheets before transferring. 6. Mix glaze, making sure it’s not too drippy. 7. Spoon glaze over each cookie and don’t forget to add desired sprinkles or décor before it dries!
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Country Club of Asheville 170 Windsor Road Asheville, NC 28804
EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT
SEPTEMBER EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH COLTON HENSLEY (ASSISTANT GOLF PROFESSIONAL) Every wedding he comes out to the Event Lawn and helps with Ceremony chairs, and maintains throughout the day offering any kind of assistance. Every time I call the pro-shop for help with anything he is happy to help as best he can. He consistently has a positive attitude and is WONDERFUL with the members.
OCTOBER EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH GLORIA SMITH (DROP & PLAY ASSISTANT) Ms. Gloria is a fabulous asset to the activities/kids programs. She is hardworking and dedicated to ensuring the children are safe and having a good time. She is reliable and patient, and the children adore her. Thank you, Gloria, for all that you do!