MAY I JUNE 2020
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YOUR CLUB MAY AND JUNE HOURS OF OPERATION
FAIRWAY GRILL Monday I Closed Tuesday I 11:00am-8:00pm Wednesday I 11:00am-8:00pm Thursday I 11:00am-8:00pm Friday I 11:00am-9:00pm Saturday I 11:00am-8:00pm Sunday I 11:00am-8:00pm The 19th hole is open for a la carte service until the last golfer is off the range FAIRWAY GRILL: COVID-19 ADJUSTED HOURS FOR TO GO ORDERS Monday I Closed Tuesday-Thursday I 11:00am-7:00pm Friday-Saturday I 11:00am-8:00pm Sunday I 11:00am-7:00pm The 19th hole is closed CLUB HOLIDAY HOURS OF OPERATION
Monday, May 25 I Memorial Day Donald Ross Lounge Open I 19th Hole Closed Tuesday, May 26 I CLUB CLOSED GOLF SHOP, GOLF COURSE AND PRACTICE FACILITY HOURS Golf Shop I Tuesday - Sunday I 9:00am-5:00pm Golf Course I Closed Practice Facilities I Tuesday - Saturday I 9:00am-7:00pm Practice Facilities I Sunday I 9:00am-5:00pm (short game areas close at 6:00pm) 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
RALEIGH COUNTRY CLUB STAFF Christian Anastasiadis I christian@raleighcc.com COO of McConnell Golf Bonnie Miller I bmiller@raleighcc.com Clubhouse Manager & Events Director Paul Dickens I pdickens@raleighcc.com Director of Golf Thomas Walker I twalker@raleighcc.com Head Golf Professional Billy Cole I bcole@raleighcc.com Golf Course Superintendent Greg Lyons I glyons@raleighcc.com Executive Chef Vicki Pincombe I memberservices@raleighcc.com Member Services Lauri Stephens I membership@mcconnellgolf.com VP of Membership Lauren Thedieck I lthedieck@mcconnellgolf.com Corporate Programs and Magazine Sales Manager Casey Griffith I cgriffith@mcconnellgolf.com Communications Director Alicia Lockard I alockard@mcconnellgolf.com Creative Director
IN THIS ISSUE Your Club...……………….…………..……….....………....2 Membership...…………...…………….….…..…...……..3 RCC Buzz...….…………….……………......….……….…..4 Dining Events..………….…..……..….....…….…...…..5-7 Monthly Happenings..…....……..….……....……..8 Weekly Specials...………...…………..…….…..….…..9 Kids Camp..........................................................10 Swim Team........................................................11 Tee It Up..........…………….………………………….….....12 McConnell Golf News...…..…...………...………...13 Monthly Calendars...……...……….....…...…….....14-15 Employee of the Month....................….…......16
SAVE THE DATE: JULY 4 BBQ Come out and enjoy a BBQ, waterslide and DJ with family. Watermelon eating contest and water balloon toss
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MEMBERSHIP THANK YOU Happy Spring to all of our amazing RCC Members. Because of you and your continued support of the club, membership continues to be strong. I have never been more proud than these past few months as I have had the opportunity to share the clubs rich history and future vision with your family, friends and colleagues. Lauri Stephens, VP of Membership McConnell Golf
WELCOME NEW MEMBERS
Not Pictured: Stacy Thiedeman with sons Edward and Henry
Please join us in welcoming the following new members to the club:
MITCHELL AND NATALIE BOYD with sons Griffin, Greyson and Theo
JONATHAN AND TESA OECHSLE with children Tyler, Mackenzie, Jackson and Celia (not pictured)
MARK AND BOBBIE COOK
ANDREW MARVIN
SAM AND KELLY CRISP with daughter Carson
SCOTT AND TINA BESKID with sons Nathan and Johnny
MAGAZINE ADVERTISING McConnell Golf, The Magazine has been a part of McConnell Golf for the past 10 years. It has grown to be a piece that we take great pride in - sharing stories about our industry but most importantly our members, their accomplishments and their experiences. This summer we invite you to be an active part of our magazine family and reserve advertising space early through 4 great opportunities, starting as low as $150 per issue. Involvement with us not only opens up new networking opportunities and provides great exposure about what you do in the community to our 8,700+ members but our magazine becomes a place where other member families can refer to when looking for companies with products and services they can trust. We are proud to consider all our advertisers part of our family. Won't you join ours! For details about advertising and to receive the Media Kit, please reach out to Lauri Stephens at membership@mcconnellgolf.com.
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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.
Jose Benitez at Raleigh Country Club
@oxgrouch Yep, new sand trap at RCC. A beaut!
@Meredith_Decker This past weekend was Virginia’s birthday and she cried thru most of it @glow_vibe_golf Fun was had at Family Night! #minigolf #glowparty
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DINING EVENTS
MOTHER'S DAY SUNDAY, MAY 10 Feeds 4-6 people $150
They give their all. Let's give them our best by reminding every mom, grandma, wife, sister, daughter and best friend how truly loved she is by ordering a bouquet of flowers and a deliciously catered meal by the club.
VIRTUAL WINE TASTING SATURDAY, MAY 16 Dinner for two $75 + wine pairing
We have the perfect DATE NIGHT for you to enjoy! Tune in for our virtual wine tasting lead by Sam Cann with Brittany Sales Company. Sam will take us through three fine wines that are perfectly paired with Chef Greg's 3 course dinner.
ENTREE SELECTION (please choose one) Grilled Bistro Steak with Wild Mushroom Bordelaise Pan Seared Atlantic Salmon with an Artichoke and Asparagus Relish Oven Roasted Free Range Chicken Breast with Truffled Spring Succotash PACKAGE INCLUDES: Hearts of Romaine Caesar Salad with Shaved Parmesan and Brioche Croutons I Marinated Cucumber and Tomato Salad I Herb Roasted Fingerling Potatoes I Honey Glazed Tri-Colored Carrots with Tarragon I Sauteed Sugar Snaps with Pearl Onions and Preserved Lemon I Yeast Rolls with Whipped Butter I NY Style Cheesecake with Local Blueberry Coulis and Macerated Strawberries
FIRST COURSE Peach, Fig, and Arugula Salad and Lemon Honey Vinaigrette Wine: The Crossings Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, New Zealand SECOND COURSE Gnocchi "Carbonara" with Wild Mushrooms, Crispy Pork Belly, and Spring Pea Pistou Wine: The Calling Pinot Noir, Monterey County, CA THIRD COURSE Slow Cooked Beef Short Rib with Blue Cheese Polenta, Crispy Fried Leeks, and Red Wine Demi Glace Wine: Bellacosa Cabernet Sauvignon, North Coast, CA Wine may be purchased individually by the bottle or buy all three to enjoy. Food and wine must be ordered by May 14 at 12:00pm for a Saturday, May 16 pickup.
Let us help you provide an additional memorable present by purchasing a beautiful bouquet of garden flowers ($30) or a dozen pink roses ($50). A meaningful gift made of farm fresh and abundant flowers just for her. Flowers orders are due by Wednesday, May 6. Place meal order by Tuesday, May 5 and flowers by Wednesday, May 6 for pickup on Mother's Day, Sunday, May 10 between 11am-3pm.
PLEASE NOTE: In light of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, events and offerings are subject to change. We recommend checking weekly communication emails for the most accurate and up-to-date information. Stay safe and healthy.
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DINING EVENTS
RED, WHITE AND AQUA: MEMORIAL DAY BBQ MONDAY, MAY 25 Adults: $14.95 I Children 12 and Under: $6.95 To Go Package: $175 (Comfortably Feeds 4-6 People)
Make it a festive and fun family cookout with a Memorial Day BBQ feast! Enjoy all of your club favorites as you make it a celebration to remember with those you love and hold most dear. Club event to be held in the commons area and include a BBQ, waterslide, DJ and games - weather permitting. To go packages available rain or shine. CLUB BUFFET: Dry Rub Heritage Spareribs with Down East Sauce I BBQ Glazed Chicken I Hamburgers and Hot Dogs I Brown Sugar Baked Beans I Grilled Vegetable Skewers I Tortellini Pasta Salad I Black Pepper Coleslaw I Fruit Salad Cups I McConnell House Salad with Ranch and Balsamic I Assortment of Cookies and Brownies
PINTS AND BITES FRIDAY, MAY 22 I 6:00pm-9:00pm
Come enjoy some new pints and delicious bites as we feature Chef Greg’s small plate creations and live music from EG Peters.
TO GO PACKAGE: Dry Rub Heritage Spareribs with Down East Sauce I BBQ Glazed Chicken I Brown Sugar and Bacon Baked Beans I Tortellini Pasta Salad I Black Pepper Coleslaw I Fruit Salad I McConnell House Salad with Ranch and Balsamic I Grilled Pound Cake with Compressed Strawberries and Chantilly Cream
WELCOME GREG LYONS: KEEPING IT IN THE FAMILY We would like to welcome Greg Lyons to the Raleigh Country Club family as our new Executive Chef! Born and raised in Shippensburg, Pennsylvania, Greg - an East Carolina University graduate - attended Pennsylvania Culinary Institute in Pittsburgh and returned to the "sunny south" permanently in 2003 upon completion of culinary school. Greg worked for several years in restaurants in downtown Raleigh and did an externship at Wakefield Plantation before being brought on as sous chef at Wakefield Plantation in 2009. Greg is dedicated to his craft, continues to seek out new innovations and culinary trends and loves the camaraderie formed in the kitchen. Greg and his wife, Tiffany, have three kids Jackson, Fiona, and Adelyn. We want to wish Dennis Freeland the very best as he transitions to Wilmington to assume the Executive Chef role at our managed property, Porters Neck CC. Dennis will be joined by Nick Chavez from Sedgefield Country Club as the new Chef de Cuisine/Sous Chef for the club. Words can not express our excitement for him in this new adventure and our deepest thanks for his service, friendship and cuisine he has provided to all of our staff, members and community over the years.
PLEASE NOTE: In light of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, events and offerings are subject to change. We recommend checking weekly communication emails for the most accurate and up-to-date information. Stay safe and healthy.
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DINING EVENTS
DRIVE IN MOVIE
FATHER'S DAY BBQ
FRIDAY, JUNE 19
SUNDAY, JUNE 21 I 11:00am-3:00pm Adults: $14.95 I Children 6-12: $6.95 I Children 5 and under: Free
Bring a blanket and a chair and join us in the commons area for a drive in movie feature starting at dusk. Dinner buffet served on the back deck.
CATERING AND GIFTING During this time, think of RCC as your place to order some home cooked meals for your family or a way to tell a friend you are thinking of them through the gift of food! Contact Bonnie Miller to find out more.
Bring Dad for a fun all-you-can-eat Father’s Day barbecue and celebration at the pool. Families, get your picture drawn by Caricaturist by Richard Cloudt between 1:00pm-3:00pm or just relax and enjoy live music by Ron Ross.
Beginning May 1, members of McConnell Golf clubs are invited to taste the new McConnell Members’ Signature wine combining 58% Cabernet Sauvignon and 42% Merlot and conveying a dense core of fruit, savory spices, chocolate mint and sweet mulberries notes.
PLEASE NOTE: In light of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, events and offerings are subject to change. We recommend checking weekly communication emails for the most accurate and up-to-date information. Stay safe and healthy.
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MONTHLY HAPPENINGS
FARMHOUSE BREAKFAST BUFFET AND A LA CARTE DINING
SUNDAY, MAY 3, 17, 24, 31 I 11:00am-2:00pm (TO GO SERVICE) SUNDAY, JUNE 7, 14, 21 I 11:00am-2:00pm (TBD) Adults: $12.95 I Children 6-12: $6.95 Children 5 and Under: Free What better way to start the day than with a hearty brunch with farm fresh ingredients! There will be something for everyone on our delicious and nutritious buffet!
HERB ROASTED PRIME RIB DINNER FRIDAY, MAY 1 I 5:00pm-7:00pm (TO GO SERVICE) FRIDAY, JUNE 5 I 6:00pm-9:00pm (TBD) $30 per person
Order from our a la carte menu or take part in the night's Prime Rib special offering: SALAD: McConnell House Salad with English Cucumbers, Grape Tomatoes, Radish, Carrot, Croutons, and McConnell House Vinaigrette ENTREE: 12oz. Slow Roasted Prime Rib with Herb Roasted Potatoes, Grilled Asparagus, Au Jus, and Horseradish Sauce DESSERT: Triple Chocolate Mousse with Macerated Strawberries and Whipped Cream OR Red Velvet Cake with Passionfruit Chocolate Ganache
GROCERIES TO GO
BIRTHDAY NIGHT
Order a small or family size box of fruits, vegetables or greens and specialty themed boxes such as our Breakfast Box or Immunity Boosters. Curbside pickup available for all orders on Fridays between 4:00pm-7:00pm. Orders required by 8:00pm Wednesdays. Please contact Chef Greg Lyons to learn more: glyons@raleighcc.com.
FRIDAY, MAY 15 I 5:00pm-7:00pm (TO GO SERVICE) FRIDAY, JUNE 12 I 6:00pm-9:00pm (TBD)
Free champagne available for everyone! If it is your birthday in May or June, come and enjoy a complimentary dinner entree with the McConnell Golf Skillet Cookie dessert. A la carte dining also available.
PLEASE NOTE: In light of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, events and offerings are subject to change. We recommend checking weekly communication emails for the most accurate and up-to-date information. Stay safe and healthy.
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WEEKLY SPECIALS
THESE WEEKLY SPECIALS ARE ALWAYS AVAILABLE FOR PICK UP
BURGERS FROM AROUND THE WORLD Thursday is Burger Day at the club all year long! Come join us as we continue our culinary tour around the world! Gluten free buns available. Market Price MAY 7 - KOREA Ground Beef Burger with Gochujang Ketchup and House Made Kimchi MAY 14 - JAMAICA Jamaican Jerk Glazed Ground Beef Burger with Grilled Pineapple, Melted Provolone, and Roasted Banana Ketchup MAY 21 - ARGENTINA Cumin Spiced Chorizo & Beef Burger Patty with Pickled Jalapenos and Chimichurri Sauce MAY 28 - MEXICO Ground Beef Burger with Quacamole, Cholula Mayo, and Queso Fresco JUNE 4 - FRANCE Ground Beef Burger with Brie, Crisp Green Apples, and a Tarragon Dijonaisse JUNE 11 - GERMANY Ground Beef & Bratwurst Burger with Lusty Monk Whole Grain Mustard, Braised Red Cabbage, and Muenster Cheese JUNE 18 - GREECE Ground Beef Burger with Olive Tapenade Spread, Baby Spinach, and Feta Cheese JUNE 25 - EGYPT Falafel Burger with Mixed Greens, Pickled Fennel, and Dill Tzatziki on Grilled Naan
TACO TUESDAYS! Southwest meets the southeast! Enjoy specially handcrafted tacos with fresh homemade ingredients for only $9. MAY 5 - Pork Verde Tacos with Cilantro and Tomatillo Salsa MAY 12 - Salvodorian Chorizo Tacos with Classic Curtido MAY 19 - Crispy Fried Shrimp Tacos with Bang Bang Sauce, Cilantro, Carrot, and Spicy Peanuts JUNE 2 - Seared Pork Belly Tacos with Pineapple Salsa and Green Onion Vinaigrette JUNE 9 - Peppercorn Crusted Ahi Tuna Tacos with Pickled Radish Slaw and Jalapeno & Peach Gastrique JUNE 16 - Buffalo Chicken Tacos with Blue Cheese Slaw and Gorgonzola Crumbles JUNE 23 - Blackened Mahi Mahi Tacos with Charred Corn and Poblano Relish and Avocado Cream Sauce JUNE 30 - Thai Style Coconut Curry Chicken Tacos with a Basil and Mint Pistou
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KIDS CAMP JR. OLYMPICS CAMP June 23-25 I 9:00am-3:30pm I Age: 5 and up $160 includes snacks, lunch and drinks Go for the Gold! The Olympics may not be going to Tokyo this year, but we will be hosting our very own Olympics right here at RCC. Go for the gold in games such as Ping Pong Precision Pitch, Synchronized snack toss, and more. Not only will we compete in the RCC Olympics but we will be making our own Japanese inspired crafts.
UPDATED: KIDS' VIRTUAL BOOTCAMP
BRICKS 4 KIDS DRONE CAMP
May 12-14 I 6:00pm
July 21-24 I 9:00am-3:30pm I Age: Age 6 and up $160 includes snacks, lunch and drinks
Although we are not able to be physically be together this year for our bootcamp we will be posting a kids workout each night of May 12-14 at 6:00pm with a link sent to you with sign up / access information. This will not be a live workout but one you will be able to do when it fits your schedule. We encourage the all kids to participate in these workouts and post pictures below the video when you are done! Let’s see how many of you can complete all three nights! Have fun and keep moving!!
The sky’s the limit when you join Gear Shifters STEM Explorers to design, build and watch your drone take to the air! Not only do you get to create actual working drones using LEGO Bricks, but you will get to add custom motors, propellers, circuit boards and wiring to make it take flight! Campers will learn the basics with a 4-rotor design and work their up to an 8–rotor working drone creation! Campers should consider themselves to be advanced builders and have patience!
CHESS CAMP
JR. CHEF CAMP
July 14-17 I 9:00am-3:30pm I Age: 3rd-8th grade level $160 includes snacks, lunch and drinks
August 18-21 I 9:00am-3:30pm I Age: 7 and up Price: $145 includes snacks, lunch and drinks
New and experienced chess players welcome. We are going to have an amazing time learning the world’s best strategy game. We will have breaks between the games so bring your bathing suit.
FUNdamentals of cooking! Whether you are a beginner or climbing the ladder to become a master in the kitchen, you will love this fun competition with your friends.
PLEASE NOTE: In light of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, events and offerings are subject to change. We recommend checking weekly communication emails for the most accurate and up-to-date information. Stay safe and healthy.
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SWIM TEAM SEASON SCHEDULE: STAY TUNED
BECOME A STINGRAY Any child between the ages of 5 and 18 is encouraged to participate. $185 for first swimming participant. $155 per additional swimmer. Sign-up charges will be billed directly to your member account. Your swim team dues include the following: 4 swim meets and championship meet, award for swimmer, virtual bootcamp, team picture, banquet for swimmer, and a team t-shirt.
YOUNGEST SWIMMERS: JOIN OUR MINI RAYS SQUAD For swimmers ages 4 and up, join the team as a Mini Ray. This offering will be held Mondays and Wednesdays from 5:00pm-5:30pmto help build up strength and familiarity with strokes and team competitions. $120 per child, includes shirt. Please visit the website for more information.
HEAD COACH: NOAH HENSLEY NC State University Student-Athlete Year: Senior I Hometown: Winter Springs, Fla Major: Sports Management Accomplishments: 2019 NCAA All-American (100 butterfly) 2019 Academic All-ACC Team I Reached the A finals in all three of his individual events at the ACC Championships
ASSISTANT SWIM COACH: MAKAYLA SARGENT NC State University Student-Athlete Year: Senior I Hometown: Portville, New York Major: Psychology I Double Minor: Health Medicine and Italian Accomplishments: NCAA All American I Scholastic All American I World University Games Gold Medalist I USA Swimming National Team Member
PLEASE NOTE: In light of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, events and offerings are subject to change. We recommend checking weekly communication emails for the most accurate and up-to-date information. Stay safe and healthy.
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TEE IT UP Hopefully by the time you are reading this, our world has semi-returned to normalcy. Your Golf Professional Staff certainly appreciates all that our Members have done in response to minimizing the effects of COVID-19 at our sister properties, as well as here at Raleigh Country Club, during the last few months. Every facet of our golf operations at Raleigh Country Club has been impacted during this time. From new range and practice facility protocols being implemented to junior and ladies clinics, fitting days, scheduled course tours, and Rules of Golf seminars being postponed or cancelled. We thank all of our Members for being patient with us, and we hope to have new dates established for all of our golf programs and events at the Club in the future. Please keep an eye out for member communications regarding these new dates.
HOLE IN ONE Congratulations to Mr. Jack Blankenhorn, Ms. Becca McKinney, Mr. Ted Broering, Mr. Callum Chadwick, and Mr. Paul Urben for their recent perfection on the golf course! On March 4, Jack Blankenhorn led off our RCC Hole-InOne barrage by holing a 9-iron from 115 yards on the 11th Hole at Bentwinds Country Club. His ace helped him to a solid 3rd place finish in the Triangle Senior Golf Tour event. On March 21, Becca McKinney pured an 8-iron from 100 yards on the 14th hole at Wakefield Plantation and carded a “1”. Witnessing (and definitely celebrating afterwards) this shot were playing partners Elly Matteis, Terry Gross, and Ann Sisk. On March 28, Ted Broering became the 2nd RCC member in a week to ace the 14th hole at Wakefield Plantation by dunking a pitching wedge from 120 yards! On April 11, RCC junior golfer Callum Chadwick made his first ever Hole-In-One on the 5th hole at the Plantation 9 at Wakefield, using a pitching wedge from 90 yards. Callum’s feat was witnessed by his proud father Andrew Chadwick, Dr. William Hage and his son Preston.
FITTING DAYS We are looking forward to hosting several fitting days in May: May 15: PXG May 22: Cleveland Golf May 29: Taylor Made
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On April 12, Paul Urben aced the 2nd hole at Treyburn Country Club using a stinger 5-wood from 103 yards that found the bottom of the cup for his third career Hole-InOne! Ironically back on June 15th of last year when he aced the 6th hole at RCC, this Easter gift was also witnessed by the same playing partners: Jerry Oliver, Kent McLamb, and Rob Bergdolt. Word around RCC is Mr. Urben will be offering a “How to Hole Out Using Your Woods” clinic later this summer.
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MCCONNELL GOLF NEWS SAVE THE POLAR BEAR PLUNGE SUNDAY, JANUARY 26 2:00pm-4:00pm $15 inclusive per person
STAY FIT ONLINE
SUMMERTIME IN A SNAP
Over 400 McConnell Golf members (and counting!) are enjoying daily, at-home workout videos through our new private Facebook group. Fitness instructors from across the sister properties share workouts for all fitness levels including circuit and strength training, yoga, and even tips to get the most from a walk outside.
So many McConnell Golf members are enjoying the convenience of our mobile app to book tee times, courts and pay their bill! It is easy to navigate, available for both Apple and Android, and keeps you logged in so there’s no need to reenter your password.
To participate, simply visit Facebook.com/groups/MCGFit and look for the “Join” button below the photo. Provide your alphanumeric membership number and you’ll be added to the group. We hope members can return to their fitness centers soon but until then - stay in touch online, stay fit and stay healthy!
If you haven’t yet, get yourself ready for summer and download the app from Google Play or the Apple App Store - right now! (Search “McConnell Golf”) Then, log in with your same credentials as the private website and stay in-the-know with club news as summer fills up our schedules.
In addition to the PGA TOUR’s schedule modifications, the Korn Ferry Tour recently announced the cancellation of the REX Hospital Open which was originally scheduled for May 25-31. The Country Club at Wakefield Plantation looks forward to hosting the event again in May 2021! The Visit Knoxville Open, hosted by Holston Hills Country Club, is postponed with a date yet to be determined.
STRONGER TOGETHER
SAVE THE DATE! The Wyndham Championship, held at Sedgefield Country Club in Greensboro, NC, is postponed to August 10-16, 2020.
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Working in hospitality means our employees love to serve and connect with people. In these times, our staff misses these interactions dearly. The support we've received from the membership however, has been overwhelming. We just wanted to say, "Thank you." Thank you for every round of golf. Every to-go order. Every email, comment, like and share. We could not do what we love to do without you, and if anything, these trying times underscore the value of community. We are so very proud to serve you, and to have built a network of clubs with your support that sustains us all in good times and bad.
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MAY
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7 Burger Day - Korea
1 Herb Roasted Prime Rib Dinner
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15 Birthday Night Fitting Day - PXG
16 Virtual Wine Tasting
3 Brunch To Go
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5 Taco Tuesday
10 Mothers Day
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12 13 14 Taco Tuesday Kids' Virtual Bootcamp Burger Day - Jamaica Kids' Virtual Bootcamp Kids' Virtual Bootcamp
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19 Taco Tuesday
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21 22 Burger Day - Argentina Pints and Bites Fitting Day Cleveland Golf
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25 26 Red, White and Aqua - CLUB CLOSED Memorail Day BBQ
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28 Burger Day - Mexico
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29 Fitting Day - Taylor Made
31 Brunch To Go
COOKIES OF THE MONTH MAY: WALNUT SHORTBREAD Dennis Freeland - Porters Neck Country Club INGREDIENTS 2 Cups AP Flour 2 sticks Butter, softened 6 oz. Semisweet Chocolate Chips 1 TSP Salt
1 Cup Sugar 1 ½ TSP Pure Vanilla Extract 1 Cup Fine Chopped Walnuts 1 Cup Cornstarch
Recipe: https://bit.ly/May-Cookie-2020
JUNE: NEW YORK CHEESECAKE COOKIES Sean O’Neill – Treyburn Country Club INGREDIENTS 1 ¼ Cups Finely Crushed Graham Crackers 1 Cup All-Purpose Flour 1 ½ TSP Baking Powder 1 stick Unsalted Butter, softened ½ Cup Packed Brown Sugar
1 Egg Separated 3 oz. Cream Cheese, softened ¼ Cup Granulated Sugar 2 TSP Lemon Zest ½ TSP Vanilla Extract
Recipe: https://bit.ly/June-Cookie-2020
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JUNE
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2 Taco Tuesday
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4 Burger Day - France
5 Herb Roasted Prime Rib Dinner
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7 Farmhouse Omelet Brunch
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9 Taco Tuesday
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11 Burger Day - Germany
12 Birthday Night
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14 Farmhouse Breakfast Buffet
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16 Taco Tuesday
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18 Burger Day - Greece
19 Drive in Movie with Buffet Dinner
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21 Farmhouse Omelet Brunch Father's Day BBQ
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23 Taco Tuesday Jr. Olympics Camp
24 Jr. Olympics Camp
25 Burger Day - Egypt Jr. Olympics Camp
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29 Taco Tuesday
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CRAFT DRINK SPECIALS
CUCUMBER MINT MOSCOW MULE 1/1.5 oz K1 Cucumber-Mint Botanical .75 oz Roses Lime Juice 6 oz Ginger Beer Cucumber, Mint or Lime Garnish
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ROYAL PEACH TEA 1.5 oz Crown Royal Peach 6 oz 1/2-1/2 Tea Lemon Garnish
SKINNY MARGARITA 1.5 oz Tequila (Preferably White) .75 oz Margarita mix 4 oz Sprite Zero Splash of grapefruit juice Lime Garnish
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Raleigh Country Club 400 Donald Ross Drive Raleigh, NC 27610
EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH MARCH: MICHAEL TAYLOR Michael Taylor always continues to go above and beyond through every request and every task. His leadership, postive attitude, and determination has shown greatly leading up to and throughout the course renovation. We thank him for a job very well done!
APRIL: LAURA GARCIA Laura Garcia has been a tremendous help with the day to day operations of the kitchen. Not only does she open up the food stations and makes sure all products are prepped for service, but she has taken on the duties of extra cleaning and sanitizing of handles and work surfaces that the kitchen requires. She is always on time and is willing to lend a hand for any job.
MAY: CHRIS WILSON Chris Wilson joined the RCC Golf Staff a little over a year ago and has been a tremendous asset to our daily operations since. He exemplifies the essence of teamwork and loyalty to McConnell Golf by not only his efforts at RCC, but also by assisting the RGA Golf Operations Team on a weekly basis since the COVID-19 pandemic started.