JANUARY I FEBRUARY 2022
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RALEIGH COUNTRY CLUB
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RALEIGH COUNTRY CLUB STAFF Christian Anastasiadis I christian@raleighcc.com COO of McConnell Golf
HOURS OF OPERATION FAIRWAY GRILL AND 19TH HOLE HOURS Monday I Closed Tuesday I 11:00am-6:00pm Wednesday I 11:00am-6:00pm Thursday I 11:00am-7:00pm Friday I 11:00am-9:00pm Saturday I 11:00am-7:00pm Sunday I 11:00am-6:00pm 19th Hole remains open Tuesday-Sunday until the last golfer is off the course RCC GOLF OPERATION HOURS Weekdays I 8:30am-5:00pm Saturday & Sunday I 8:30am-5:00pm Tee Times I 9:00am-5:00pm RANGE HOURS 8:30am-5:00pm Range will close at 3:00pm every Sunday
Bonnie Miller I bmiller@raleighcc.com Clubhouse Manager & Events Director
Brian Kittler I brian.kittler@mcconnellgolf.com Director of Golf/VP of Golf Operations
Thomas Walker I twalker@raleighcc.com Head Golf Professional
Billy Cole I bcole@raleighcc.com Golf Course Superintendent
John Crawford I jcrawford@raleighcc.com Executive Chef
Vicki Pincombe I memberservices@raleighcc.com Member Services
Lauri Stephens I membership@mcconnellgolf.com VP of Membership
The golf course and practice facilities are closed every Monday. Alicia Lockard I alockard@mcconnellgolf.com Creative Director
HOLIDAY HOURS OF OPERATION
Faith Inman I finman@mcconnellgolf.com
January 1 New Year's Day
19th Hole & Golf Course Open (Coed) Donald Ross Lounge CLOSED
Communications Director
January 17 MLK Day
19th Hole & Golf Course Open (Coed) Donald Ross Lounge CLOSED
RCC CONTACT LIST Front Desk Reservations I 919.231.5501 x 0036 Dining Room I 919.231-5501 x 0035 Events Director I 919.231.5501 x 0036 Golf Shop I 919.231.6451
IN THIS ISSUE Your Club...……………….…………..….…….............…...……... 2 Membership Info...………………….…..................…...…… 3 RCC Buzz................................………..................…....…… 4 Dining Events...............................................................5 Monthly Happenings..………..…........…..…................ 6
Wave goodbye to the old and embrace the new with hope, dreams, and ambition. Everyone at Raleigh Country Club wishes you and yours a New Year full of good health and much happiness.
Game Day Catering Menu...…….……...........…...…... 7 Tee It Up..........……..........……………...….….......…….......... 8 McConnell Golf News...............................................9 Monthly Calendars...……...…….…......…....…….....10-11
FEATURED ON THE COVER
Thank You & Congratulations............................ 12
Charles, Bryson, and Andrew Gauley
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MEMBERSHIP INFO HAPPY NEW YEAR! Wishing all of our RCC members a fantastic start to 2022! A special Thank You for your continued referral of new membership candidates. With this support, the club has a strong list of families waiting to join. We are very fortunate to have such a great membership! Lauri Stephens, VP of Membership, McConnell Golf
Please join us in welcoming the following new members to the club!
JOHN AND JESSICA DONACHY
PATRICK AND MARGO DUNNIGAN with son Beau
WILLIAM AND ELIZABETH LYLE with son Anderson
THANK YOU TO OUR FOUNDERS
In case you missed it... A special plaque can be found in the breezeway outside of the golf shop dedicated to the founding members of Raleigh Country Club who played a key role in its establishment. This plaque is a tribute to them, as we honor their efforts in building the game of golf in the Triangle region and beyond.
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RCC buzz Look who’s talking about our club! Please enjoy a few of our favorite mentions below – and keep sharing your experiences with us by tagging Raleigh Country Club on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram for a chance to be featured in the next newsletter.
golfcourser Fall Ball in the City of Oaks. Matthew Carter Not bad for a Wednesday evening view with the work crew!
Mikeruss9 Always fun playing a new course close to home #donaldross
NCSHOF Turns out playing golf on a Monday is hands down THE ULTIMATE way to start the week–if you couldn't tell by these NCSHOF Golf Classic players' smiles!
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PLEASE NOTE: Due to COVID 19, events and offerings are subject to change.
DINING EVENTS
We recommend checking weekly communication emails for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
Happy
Valentine's Day
SEAFOOD EXTRAVAGANZA
VALENTINE ORIN SWIFT WINE DINNER
FRIDAY, JANUARY 28 I 6:00PM-9:00PM I $45 PER PERSON CHILDCARE AVAILABLE
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 12 I RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED $90 PER PERSON I DRINKS & HORS D’OEUVRES AT 6:30PM FIRST COURSE SERVED AT 7:00PM
Come and enjoy the Taste of the Sea as Chef John collaborates with Lowcountry Shellfish out of Charleston, SC, to highlight the freshest seafood this family run business has to offer. The menu will include starters, salads, and entrees all created to showcase the talents of the RCC Culinary Staff and the high quality of seafood from Lowcountry Shellfish.
This Valentine’s Day, indulge in a romantic wine dinner with your sweetheart. An intimate four-course meal prepared by Chef John will be paired with award-winning wines from Orin Swift Cellars. Established in 1998, Orin Swift Cellars was started by winemaker David Phinney. David has a long history of winemaking at high end wineries in the Napa Valley including Robeth Mondavi Winery and Whitehall Lane. He paid tribute to his parents with the name of this winery – Orin is his father’s middle name and Swift is his mother’s maiden name.
SUSHI NIGHT FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 4 I 6:00PM-9:00PM Sushi is a very healthy meal! It's a good source of heart healthy omega-3 fatty acids thanks to the fish it's made with. Sushi is also low in calories. This event will kick off our HEART HEALTHY WEAR RED DAY!
VALENTINE'S DAY BRUNCH BUFFET FEBRUARY 13 I 11:00AM-2:00PM Looking for something to do for someone special in your life? Join us for a very special brunch buffet with all your favorite dishes.
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DADDY DAUGHTER DINNER DANCE SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 5 I 6:00PM-9:00PM More details coming soon!
PRIME RIB BUFFET NITE WITH TRIVIA FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 25 I 6:00PM-9:00PM I $30 PER PERSON Back by popular demand! Oh what a fun night with family and friends. The buffet will open at 6pm and Trivia will start at 7:30pm. Prizes will be awarded for each round.
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PLEASE NOTE: Due to COVID 19, events and offerings are subject to change.
MONTHLY HAPPENINGS
We recommend checking weekly communication emails for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
BIRTHDAY NIGHT AT THE CLUB JANUARY 14 I FEBRUARY 18 6:00PM-9:00PM I TROPHY ROOM & LOUNGE I PATIO SEATING
FARMHOUSE SUNDAY BRUNCH JANUARY 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 I FEBRUARY 6, 20 , 27 11:00AM-2:00PM I DONALD ROSS LOUNGE & TROPHY ROOM It’s a beautiful Sunday morning, and what better way to start the day than with a hearty brunch with farm fresh ingredients! Check your Weekly Happenings emails for the menu!
Complimentary champagne for everyone! If it is your birthday in January or February, come and enjoy a complimentary dinner entree with the McConnell Golf Skillet Cookie dessert. A la carte dining and patio deck seating available.
NEW THIS YEAR... WINE OF THE MONTH! We will be hand selecting different varietals of wine each month to give your palates a fresh look at new wines. Discover extraordinary, rare wines from boutique wineries at affordable prices. Sip sip hooray!
CHILDCARE EVERY FRIDAY NIGHT 6:00PM-9:00PM Enjoy some alone time while we take the kids off your hands! All reservations must be made by 4:00pm.
Taco Tuesdays Southwest meets the Southeast! Enjoy specially handcrafted tacos with fresh homemade ingredients for only $9.
January 4 - Fried Shrimp Tacos with Spicy Pineapple Remoulade and Shredded Lettuce January 11 - Chipotle Lime Chicken Tacos with Shredded Lettuce and Queso Fresca January 17 - Southern Pulled Pork Tacos with Carolina Cole Slaw and BBQ Sauce *Monday feature as club will be closed on January 18 JANUARY 25 - Blackened Mahi Mahi Tacos with Mango Salsa
NEW TWEEN NIGHTS IN THE DORNOCH ROOM FRIDAY, JANUARY 14 & 28 I 6:00PM-9:00PM I AGES 8 & UP Kids between the ages of 8 and 12 are a special lot. They aren't little children anymore, but they aren't exactly teenagers. Their smack-inbetween status has earned them the "tween" moniker. This is a time in life when young people really begin to carve out their identities and explore their world, seeing what experiences, hobbies and people excite them. So, how do they start coming into their own? Well, it has a lot to do with how they choose to spend their time. Please RSVP 24 hours prior.
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FEBRUARY 1 - Buffalo Chicken Tacos with Blue Cheese Slaw FEBRUARY 8 - Jamaican Jerk Steak Tacos with Mango Salsa FEBRUARY 15 - Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos with Jalapeno Slaw FEBRUARY 21 - Chipotle Honey Chicken Tacos with Cilantro Lime Crema and Shredded Lettuce *Monday feature as club will be closed on February 22
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GAME DAY SUNDAY RCC CATERING MENU
CHIPS & DIPS Bacon Onion Gouda Dip.................................................................................. $60 served with Pita Chips Buffalo Chicken Dip........................................................................................... $60 served with choice of Pita Chips or Celery & Carrot Sticks
SIDES & SALADS Cowboy Caviar - Black Eyed Pea Salad with Celery, Onions, Peppers, and Apple Cider Vinaigrette served with Pita Chips........... $40 Tomato Mozzarella Caprese Salad with Balsamic Reduction............ $50 Pimento Mac & Cheese..................................................................................... $40
BRING ON THE MEAT Pit Smoked BBQ Pork Sliders with Down East Sauce............................ $75 served with Quart of Coleslaw RCC Chicken Wings........................................................................................... $90 served with Ranch & Blue Cheese Dipping Sauce, Celery Sticks, Choice of BBQ, Buffalo, or Hot Grilled Beer Brats with Sautéed Peppers & Onions................................ $65 served on Brat Buns Ham & Cheese Sliders - King’s Hawaiian Sweet Rolls........................... $60 with Cured Ham, Swiss Cheese and Honey Dijon Glaze Beef & Chorizo Chili........................................................................................... $25/quart
Each pan serves 8-12 people unless otherwise noted.
Additional items are available upon request. Please place your order by 2:00pm Thursday before the game.
FOR YOUR GAME DAY ORDERS, PLEASE CONTACT BONNIE MILLER: 919.231.5501 x 0036 I BMILLER@RALEIGHCC.COM
TEE IT UP - A YEAR IN REVIEW As we look back on the 2021 season at Raleigh Country Club, one thing is for certain – we have one of the most challenging layouts to enjoy that can be found anywhere. With time, Billy Cole and his Golf Maintenance Staff will enhance the beauty and luster of our newly restored Donald Ross design. To reflect on the past since our grand reopening on November 6th, 2020, several “Feats of Excellence” have happened, as well as new Champions crowned and/or retained. Congratulations to the following Members and Invited Guests on their “Feats of Excellence”. Let’s make 2022 a year to remember! From your Raleigh Country Club Golf Professional Staff, please stay safe and have a Happy New Year!
COURSE RECORD HOLDERS Ross Tee: Cyrus Stewart – 68 Burgundy Tee: Mark Gauley – 68 Blue Tee: Dave Massey – 68 White Tee: Lee Ott – 68 Black Tee: Becca McKinney – 78 *Professional Ross Tee: Ben Kohles - 64
2021 RCC CLUB CHAMPIONS Ladies' Club Champion – Becca McKinney Senior Club Champion – Dave Glabicki Super Senior Club Champion – Bill Hoffman Men’s Club Champion – Cyrus Stewart One Club Champion - Hunter Grove – 84 (6-iron) Willy Chase Pre-Turkey Day Shindig Champions: Will Smith & Lee Ott
HOLES IN ONE Bajin Han – #17 Josh Decker – #14 Toler Shore – #17 Becca McKinney – #6 Doug Bray – #3
Ron Tomaszewski – #17 David Rupp - #6 Jack Blankenhorn – #14 (at Wakefield Plantation) Geoff Miller - #6
MEMORABLE SHOTS Men’s First Eagle Par 5 (#1): Bob Sarubbi Ladies' First Eagle Par 5 (#12): Summer Smith First Eagle Par 4 (#9): Rick Marcotte First Recorded Double Eagle (#1) – Bo Pulley Second Recorded Double Eagle (#1) – Long Wang First Hole in One (#14) – Fred Gahl
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2021 MCCONNELL GOLF SOLHIEM CUP CHAMPIONS Becca McKinney, Ros Carroll, Elly Matteis, Gloria Allen, Liz Harper, Brenda Del Nero, Terry Gross
MEN’S MEMBER/MEMBER CHAMPIONS Rob Bergdolt and Jerry Oliver
MEN’S MEMBER/GUEST CHAMPIONS Eric Stevens and Dan Garrison
LADIES' MEMBER/MEMBER CHAMPIONS *Gross Division: Caroline Ellington and Summer Smith *Net Division: Karen Tomlinson and Rhonda Davis
LADIES' MEMBER/GUEST CHAMPIONS *Lopez Flight Champions: Jodi Myers, Sally Grogan, Jamie Barron, Joellyn Crooks *Sorenstam Flight: Elly Matteis, Colleen Sharpe, Libby Paynter, Cathy Wilson *Zaharias Flight: Caren Glenn, Kelsey Morawski, Stacy Doster, Karen Morris
JUNIOR CLUB CHAMPIONS Tyler Hilldale and Preston Hage
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MCCONNELL GOLF NEWS
WEAR RED DAY WEAR RED DAY IN SUPPORT OF HEART HEALTH FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 4 I LOOK FOR THE RED HEARTS!
POLAR BEAR PLUNGE SUNDAY, JANUARY 30 I $15 PER PERSON Take the plunge! Come out and take part in McConnell Golf's Save the Polar Bear Plunge benefitting the World Wildlife Fund (WWF), whose mission is to conserve nature and reduce the most pressing threats to the diversity of life on Earth. For us, this jump will be a direct link to protecting the Arctic and the polar bear population by restoring the loss of sea ice habitat.
Join us on Friday, February 4 for Wear Red Day as we raise awareness about cardiovascular disease. Post a photo wearing red on social media and tag us @McConnellGolf using #WearRedandGive. We encourage you to make time to incorporate better nutrients in your meals, eat more fruits and vegetables and limit the amount of artificial trans-fat you intake. Visit the Triangle Chapter of the American Heart Association online to learn more information.
On this day, all members will be jumping into the icy waters at their home club pool at the same time across three states. Make your club the leaders in giving back by having the most participants and raising the most money. After the jump, warm up with a bowl of chili and hot chocolate! Order a pint of chili to bring home with proceeds supporting WWF and the Polar Bear mission as well!
ADVERTISE IN THE SPRING-SUMMER ISSUE OF
MCCONNELL GOLF, THE MAGAZINE Advertise in the 2022 Spring-Summer edition of McConnell Golf, The Magazine! This publication is a staple here at McConnell Golf, for the members by the members, and we appreciate your efforts to enhance it each year. We invite you to take part in the magazine with opportunities for full- and half-page ad placement, in addition to Basic Directory Listings starting at just $175 per issue. All advertisers receive a standard listing in the Member Directory. If you are interested in advertising or listing your business in our magazine, please contact your club’s membership director today.
HEART HEALTHY MONTH IN FEBRUARY Eat healthy, be heart healthy and improve your overall health! As part of McConnell Golf's company-wide initiative during the month of February, your club's culinary team will be offering a Heart Healthy Meal Package set to Feed 2, 4, 6 or 8 people. With the purchase of each meal kit, a portion of proceeds will go directly to the American Heart Association. The meal kit will include two (2) 6-ounce filets of True North Salmon, 6 ounces of Blanched Haricot Verts, 6-ounce Blanched Red Bliss Potatoes and 1 ounce Lemon Herb Compound Butter. $38 (Serves 2) - cooking instructions and seasonings will be provided.
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Show off original photos that highlight your experiences at our clubs to be featured in the next issue of McConnell Golf, The Magazine. We encourage you to highlight photos at club events such as holiday parties, golf events, swim meets, family photos, wildlife and more! In addition to submitting your photos, we ask that you add a brief description for context purposes. Beyond club snapshots and spotlight nominations, if you have an idea or would like to contribute to the magazine in some way, we welcome your input! Email submissions and ideas to finman@mcconnellgolf.com.
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JANUARY CALENDAR OF EVENTS SUNDAY
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
1 19TH HOLE AND COURSE OPEN NEW YEAR'S DAY
2
3
4 CLUBHOUSE AND COURSE CLOSED
9
10
$10 Lunch Special Taco Tuesday
11 CLUBHOUSE AND COURSE CLOSED
16
5
17
$10 Lunch Special
12 $10 Lunch Special Taco Tuesday
18
19th Hole & Course Open Taco Special
6 $10 Lunch Special Burger Day
13 $10 Lunch Special
19 CLUBHOUSE AND COURSE CLOSED
7 $10 Lunch Special
14 $10 Lunch Special Burger Day
20 $10 Lunch Special
8
15 $10 Lunch Special Birthday Night
21 $10 Lunch Special Burger Day
22 $10 Lunch Special
MLK JR DAY
23
24 Polar Bear Plunge
30
25 CLUBHOUSE AND COURSE CLOSED
26 $10 Lunch Special Taco Tuesday
27 $10 Lunch Special
28 $10 Lunch Special Burger Day
29 $10 Lunch Special Seafood Extravaganza
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COOKIES OF THE MONTH
JANUARY 2022 RASPBERRY PECAN THUMBPRINT COOKIES by Kenric Hunt, Brook Valley Country Club
View the recipe at:
https://bit.ly/Jan-Cookie-2022
FEBRUARY 2022 MARBLED VALENTINE SUGAR COOKIES by Sean O'Neill, Treyburn Country Club
View the recipe at:
https://bit.ly/Feb-Cookie-2022
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FEBRUARY CALENDAR OF EVENTS SUNDAY
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
1
2 $10 Lunch Special Taco Tuesday
6
7
8 CLUBHOUSE AND COURSE CLOSED
13
14 CLUBHOUSE AND COURSE CLOSED
SUPERBOWL SUNDAY
VALENTINE'S DAY
20
21
9
12
18
24
Valentine's Dinner
19 $10 Lunch Special Birthday Night
25 $10 Lunch Special Burger Day
Daddy Daughter Dinner Dance
$10 Lunch Special
$10 Lunch Special Burger Day
$10 Lunch Special
5
11
17
SATURDAY
$10 Lunch Special Sushi Night NATIONAL WEAR RED DAY
$10 Lunch Special Burger Day
$10 Lunch Special
23 CLUBHOUSE AND COURSE CLOSED
4
10
16
FRIDAY
$10 Lunch Special Burger Day
$10 Lunch Special
$10 Lunch Special Taco Tuesday
22
19th Hole & Course Open Taco
Special
3 $10 Lunch Special
$10 Lunch Special Taco Tuesday
15
Valentine's Day Sunday Brunch
THURSDAY
26 $10 Lunch Special Prime Rib Buffet with Trivia
PRESIDENT'S DAY
27
28 CLUBHOUSE AND COURSE CLOSED
CRAFT DRINK SPECIALS
POMEGRANATE MIMOSA
RCC SAZARAC
NUTS & BERRIES
1 Tablespoon of Pomegranate Seeds Rosemary Sprig 1.5 oz of Pomegranate Juice Top with Champagne
1.5 oz Rye Whiskey .5 oz. Absinthe 2 Dashes Peychaud's Bitters .25 oz. Simple Syrup. Stir and serve over Light Ice Garnish with Lemon
1 oz. Frangelico 1 oz. Chambord 3 oz. Half & Half Stir and serve over Ice
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Raleigh Country Club 400 Donald Ross Drive Raleigh, NC 27610
RALEIGH COUNTRY CLUB'S EMPLOYEE OF THE YEAR: DAVIS BATEMAN In his 5+ years at Raleigh Country Club, Davis has progressed from our Outside Operations Staff to his current role as Assistant Golf Professional. His passion and knowledge for the game of golf has allowed Davis to focus more on teaching and club fitting, as well as helping oversee daily golf operations. His outgoing personality and commitment to service has allowed him to form many close relationships with our Members. Teaming up with Head Golf Professional Thomas Walker, they have grown our RCC Ops 36 program over the last two years and continue to educate and evolve the talents of our junior golfers. Outside of Raleigh Country Club, the majority of his time is spent with his wife Leigh, and son Tyson, and as a 2017 graduate, cheering on his beloved UNC Tarheels.
2021 EMPLOYEES OF THE MONTH January: Joy Barnett
May: Nick Geisinger
September: Kallie Leonik
February: Chad Farro
June: Kevin Crill
October – Angelica Balderas
March: Thomas Walker
July: Warren Small
November – Davis Bateman
April: Marvin Iracheta
August: Maryland Scott
December – Pablo Sanchez
Thank you for your holiday donations! Raleigh Country Club members donated to over 20 kids through The Salvation Army Angel Tree program! Our members filled 3 boxes going to the Toys for Tots program, and for every child that wrote a letter to Santa during our Polar Express event, Macy’s donated a $1 to Make a Wish. Thank you for making these holiday wishes come true! - RCC Staff
