RCC 2023 May/June Newsletter

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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

19TH HOLE

Monday I CLOSED

Tuesday - Sunday I 11:00am- until the last golfer is off the course

TEE TIMES

8:00am-6:30pm (weekdays)

7:45am-8:20am (weekends – twosomes only) I 8:30am-6:30pm (normal play)

All carts must be returned prior to 8:00pm.

GOLF SHOP

7:30am-6:30pm (weekdays) I 7:00am-6:30pm (weekends)

PRACTICE FACILITIES

7:30am–6:30pm

The golf course, range tee, short-game greens and putting greens are closed every Monday

EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH

JANUARY: ASHLEY HINSON

FEBRUARY: CEDRIC HENDRICKS

MARCH : MACI BEAVER

Maci Beaver is an outstanding team member who works in the golf shop in between classes at NC State and during the weekends Her warming smile and ability to assist members and guests make her such a valuable asset to our operation She can pick out the best items in the shop when you are indecisive about your new purchases. Not only does she do a fantastic job in the shop, but she also keeps our social media up to date with all the latest offerings from the golf shop. Thank you, Maci, for all you do!

RALEIGH COUNTRY CLUB STAFF

Christian Anastasiadis I christian@raleighcc com

COO of McConnell Golf

Bonnie Miller I bmiller@raleighcc com

Clubhouse Manager & Events Director

Brian Kittler I brian kittler@mcconnellgolfcom

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

Paxton Rembis I prembis@mcconnellgolf com

Creative Director

Faith Inman I finman@mcconnellgolf com

Communications Director

Kaylen Garrison I kgarrison@raleighcc.com

Activities Director

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

Please join us in welcoming the following new member families to Raleigh Country Club:

Spencer and Kendell Tuttle with children Collins and Frannie

Whit and Hadley Howard

Buddy and Elizabeth Lawrence

Ian and Emma Keenan with children Archie and Edie

What a beautiful day for golf for our Ladies' Member Member Tournament! Congratulations to our winners for each division

Lovely evening with fun people supporting a great cause!

I love my friends

Quarter life crisis calls for an espresso martini

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Jacqueline Williams Whittenburg

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amanda farr13

DINING EVENTS

MOTHER'S DAY BRUNCH

SUNDAY, MAY 14 I 10:30AM-2:00PM

Adults: $50 I Children 6-12: $18

5 and Under: Complimentary

Show mom how much you appreciate all the things she has done for you with a family brunch sure to please everyone!

MENU

Strawberry & Spinach Salad with Mandarin Oranges, Pistachios, Red

Onion and Pomegranate Vinaigrette I Antipasto Platter l Fresh Fruit

Display I Shrimp Cocktail with Lemon & House Made Cocktail Sauce

I Smoked Seafood Display I Omelet Station with Assorted Toppings

I Danish & Muffins I Applewood Smoked Bacon I Sausage Links l

Breakfast Potatoes I Pearl Sugar Waffles with Maple Syrup and Whipped Cream I Carving Station I Honey Baked Ham I Roasted

Turkey Breast I Marinated Teres Major I Herb Roasted Vegetables l

Broccoli and Cheddar Casserole I Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes I Truffle Mac & Cheese I Assorted Dinner Rolls I Chef’s Selection of Sweet Treats Table with Ice Cream Bar

BIRTHDAY NIGHT WITH CHILDCARE

FRIDAY, MAY 19 & FRIDAY, JUNE 23

6:00-9:00PM I A LA CARTE DINING AVAILABLE

Free champagne available for everyone! If your birthday is in May or June, come and enjoy a complimentary dinner entrée with the McConnell Golf Skillet Cookie dessert

FARMHOUSE SUNDAY BRUNCH

MAY 7, 21, 28 I JUNE 11, 25 I 11:00AM-2:00PM

It’s a beautiful Sunday morning and spring is here! There is something for everyone on our delicious and nutritious menu!

KIDS' CLUB

FRIDAY, MAY 12 & 19 I 6:00-9:00PM I COMPLIMENTARY

Come join us for a fun night as we create a special craft for Mother's Day on May 12! We will also be doing an exciting game night you won't want to miss on May 19. There will be no Kids Club on Friday, May 5. Please make your reservations as soon as possible for planning purposes

KIDS' CLUB

FRIDAY, JUNE 16 I 6:00-9:00PM I COMPLIMENTARY

You won't want to miss this special night as we work on a craft for an extraordinary dad! Please make your reservations as soon as possible for planning purposes

FATHER'S DAY BRUNCH

SUNDAY, JUNE 18 I 11:00AM -2:00PM

ADULTS: $18.95 I CHILDREN 6-12: $9.95 (5 & UNDER: FREE)

Join us for a special Father's Day Buffet with a variety of breakfast and lunch options .

SUMMER COUPLES' CLASSIC

FRIDAY, JUNE 16 I 5:30PM SHOTGUN START

ENTRY FEE: $100 PER COUPLE (DINNER AFTERWARD INCLUDED) SIGN UP AT THE GOLF SHOP

We’re looking forward to our first couples’ event of the year! This event will be for those looking for a fun, stress-free evening at RCC with fellow couples We will handicap the event and for those who don’t have an established handicap, no worries as we will be happy to work with you! Our theme for this event is Luau! The format will be four-person scramble playing the front nine (Bogey Max score) All players will play the black tees

FATHER'S DAY BBQ SPECIALS POOLSIDE

SUNDAY, JUNE 18 I ALL DAY

LIVE MUSIC FROM 12:00-3:00PM

Bring dad to the club for some fun in the sun! Families, get your picture drawn by our Caricaturist between 12:00pm-3:00pm or relax and enjoy live music by the pool!

TACO TUESDAYS

Southwest meets the Southeast! Enjoy handcrafted tacos with fresh homemade ingredients for only $9

May 2 – Korean Beef Tacos with Pickled Cabbage Jalapeno Slaw

May 9 – Nashville Hot Chicken Tacos with Pickles and Slaw

May 16 – Smoked Turkey Tacos with Pico De Gallo, Avocado and Cotija Cheese

May 23 – Blackened Steak Tacos with Blue Cheese Slaw and Steak Sauce

June 6 – Crispy Pork Belly Tacos with Corn and Avocado Salsa

June 13 – Crispy Honey Chipotle Chicken Tacos with Shredded Cabbage and Cilantro Lime Crema

June 20 – Ground Beef Tacos with Shredded Lettuce, Tomato and Shredded Cheddar Cheese

June 27 – Smoked Pork Carnitas Tacos with Onion, Cilantro and Cotija Cheese

THURSDAYSATTHECLUB

On Thursdays, we have our Smokehouse Special at the club! Anything from ribs to brisket, with tasty sides you are sure to enjoy! Check your Weekly Happenings emails to see what delicious meats Chef John is firing up on the smoker.

this link (bit.ly/mcg20ideas) and complete the form, or email Faith Inman at finman@mcconnellgolf.com Thank you for helping us celebrate 20 years of building clubs of the future!

VISIT KNOXVILLE OPEN I MAY 22-28

The Korn Ferry Tour's Visit Knoxville Open will return to Holston Hills Country Club in 2023. Founded in 1927, Holston Hills Country Club enjoys a rich history on its classic Donald Ross golf course Featuring 18 holes of Bermuda grass fairways, it sits on 180 open acres of rolling hills adjoining the Holston River. The golf course is consistently ranked among the country’s top 100 by Golf Magazine and within the top 100 classic golf courses by Golfweek Magazine Tickets are on sale now at visitknoxopen.com.

UNC HEALTH CHAMPIONSHIP I JUNE 1-4

The Korn Ferry Tour's only stop in North Carolina, don’t miss your chance to watch the next wave of PGA Tour superstars as they compete on the renowned Ross course at Raleigh Country Club Designed in 1948 by the legendary architect, Donald Ross, this year’s tournament course will be a true test for the Korn Ferry Tour field, offering both excitement and must-see golf for fans Tickets are on sale now at unchealthchampionship com

SAVE THE DATE: PGA TOUR'S WYNDHAM CHAMPIONSHIP I AUGUST 2-6

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SEDGEFIELD COUNTRY CLUB

Operation 36's spring semester was another huge hit! We had record-breaking registration numbers from our ladies and the junior program is staying strong Everyone is having fun and playing better golf. Hopefully, you can join us in the fall!

2023 LADIES' MEMBER-MEMBER

Parent-Child Championship

Date:Saturday,June17

Time:18-HoleDivisionwillstartat11:00am 9-HoleDivisionwillstartat3:00pm

Formats:2-PersonBetterBall,18-HoleTournament,GrossandNetDivision Captain’sChoiceScramble:9-HoleDivisionforJuniors10andunder

Flights/Tees/Handicaps:

Adults:

Men18andOlder–Blue

SeniorsAge63andOlder–White

Ladies–Black

Juniors:

JuniorBoys15-17–Blue

JuniorBoys13-14–White

JuniorBoys10-12–Black

JuniorGirls–Black

Juniors8-9–FairwayTee

Juniors7&younger–FairwayTee

Cost:

Adults - $30 Juniors - $20

Social members will have the option to play but will be subject to paying the accompanied guest fee plus entry fee for the tournament, and will count as one round toward the total of six rounds

Congratulations to the team of Caroline Ellington and Summer Smith as they won the Gross Division Congratulations is also in store for the team of Terry Gross and Carey Barnes as they brought home the trophy in the Net Division We would like to thank the ladies who came out and played this year We nearly doubled the field from last year, and we are now hoping to increase the field again next year!

UPCOMING GOLF EVENTS AT RALEIGH COUNRY CLUB

May 12: Titleist Fitting Day 12-5PM

May19: Callaway Fitting Day

June 1-4: Korn Ferry Tour's UNC Health Championship

June 16: Couples' Golf

June 17: Parent/Child

June 19-21: Aerification

Flights will be determined by the tees played by junior golfers in the 18 Hole Division and tees played by parents in the 9 Hole Division Players may play with multiple family members

ANIMAL PLANET CAMP

JUNE 20-JUNE 22 I 9:00AM-3:00PM

GRADES K-5 I $135 (INCLUDES LUNCH, SNACKS & DRINKS)

Did you know there are an estimated 7 77 million species of animals on the planet? So much to explore from the jungles to the sea, and what better way to do that than with your friends from RCC? We will have fun facts and trivia about different animals, make our own animal masks and maybe even have a surprise visit from some special species this week! Please RSVP by Friday, June 16.

MARVEL SUPERHERO CAMP

JULY 11-JULY 13 I 9:00AM-3:00PM

GRADES K-5 I $135 (INCLUDES LUNCH, SNACKS & DRINKS)

Calling all superheroes! Join us for a fun week of strength, power and intelligence Test your superhero knowledge as we learn the stories behind Thor, Captain America, Black Widow, Iron Man, and the Hulk Design and create your own superhero costumes and write your own hero comics You don't want to miss out on an exciting obstacle course, creating your own invention and drinking a Super Solider Serum. Please RSVP by Wednesday, July 5.

REMOTE CONTROL ULV'S

(UNNAMED LEGO® VEHICLES)

JULY 25-JULY 27 I 9:00AM-3:00PM

GRADES K-5 I $150 (INCLUDES LUNCH, SNACKS & DRINKS)

Lego® comes to life when you turn your creations into radiocontrolled masterpieces... Making it move is the name of the game! You will get to engineer everything from machines to animals with Lego® Brick and Technic® elements, then incorporate infrared sensors to convert your creation to remote control operation In addition to learning the basic principles of the many ingenious devices that are part of our everyday lives, you will also learn how to magnify or diminish force to move objects at different speeds and in different directions. Set your remote to "fun!" Games and crafts will also be a part of the camper's daily experience. At the end of the session, everyone will take home a custom mini figure! RSVP by Friday, July 21.

MASTER CHEF CAMP

AUGUST 8-AUGUST 10 I 9:00AM-3:00PM

AGES 6-11 I $135 (INCLUDES LUNCH, SNACKS & DRINKS)

Join the team at RCC for a week of exploration about food! Each day, the campers will be making a dish themed around a different country and learn the in's and out's of cooking! We will meet the talented Food & Beverage Team and even explore the main kitchen! Grab your chef hat and get ready to make some food! Please RSVP by Wednesday, August 2

CAMP INFORMATION (FOR ACTIVITY CAMPS ONLY)

We will be sending you a reminder with the camp agenda, what to bring, the camp menu and other important information a week before each camp We ask that you register your child at least a week before each camp To register your child, please visit RCC's private site. We encourage guests to attend with members so the campers have a better experience with friends.

Campers may also attend on certain days only for a TBD rate There is a 10% sibling discount for members only Each day will be filled with indoor and outdoor activities, swimming, crafts, lunch, snacks and much more!

SWIM TEAM

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 Enrollment charges will be billed directly to your member account Your swim team dues include the following: four swim meets and a championship meet, award for swimmer, one week of Junior Bootcamp, team picture, banquet for swimmer and a team tee-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 5:00-5:30pm to help build up strength and familiarity with strokes and team competitions $120 per child, includes shirt. Please visit RCC's private website for more information

JR. SWIM TEAM CAPTAINS

This is a highly valued role within the club. You will be a source of inspiration for swimmers, encouraging and motivating them to be the best they can be Acting as a representative for swimmers, you will be a central point of contact and a vital link for swimmers within the club. Please contact kgarrison@raleighcc.com for more information

SWIMSUITS FROM ALL AMERICAN SWIM

RISE LASERBEAM I FEMALE $41, JAMMER $35

Take a peek at the swimsuit samples on-site Below is the information to purchase a suit at your convenience.

PRACTICESCHEDULE

MAY9-11, MAY15-18,MAY22-25, JUNE 5-8,JUNE12-15,19-22

Mini Rays - Championship Meet June 23

Stingrays - Championship Meet June 25

Followed by Awards Banquet at RCC

This year, our Stingrays will be doing a fundraiser for the Ronald McDonald House Charity. During the swim team season, we will be accepting donations for this great cause! Be on the lookout for ways you can contribute.

We are excited to have Katie Lewick, Thomas Hamlet, and Abby Pilkenton back for our 2023 Stingray Swim season!

COOKIES OF THE MONTH

MAY: BESTSNICKERDOODLECOOKIES BYBRUCEMCINTOSH,EXECUTIVECHEFATCCOFASHEVILLE

This cookie was one of our family's favorites. Grandma would always serve these cookies after dinner. Crispy on the outside with cinnamon and sugar and a warm fluffy center

Ingredients:

¼ cup Shortening 1⅓ cups All-Purpose Flour, sifted

¼ cup Salted Butter, softened ¼ TSP Cinnamon

¾ cup Granulated Sugar

1 egg

1 TSP Cream of Tartar

½ TSP Baking Soda

½ TSP Pure Vanilla Extract ⅛ TSP Sea Salt

CinnamonSugarCoating:

2 TBSP Granulated Sugar 1½ TSP Cinnamon

Directions:

Preheat oven to 375°F

In a small bowl, mix together 2 tablespoons sugar and 1½ teaspoon cinnamon Set aside

Sift flour into medium bowl Add cinnamon, cream of tartar, baking soda, & salt and stir to combine. Set aside.

Cream together butter, shortening and sugar in the bowl of a standing mixer fitted with the paddle attachment (or with a hand mixer) Add egg and vanilla and beat again until smooth Add dry ingredients and stir until combined

Use a 2 tablespoon cookie scoop to measure dough, then roll into balls

Roll each dough ball in the cinnamon sugar mixture until it’s evenly coated. Place cookies on baking sheet, either ungreased or lined with parchment paper. Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes until puffed and mostly set, but still soft

Remove from oven and transfer to a wire cooling rack to cool

JUNE: MAMA DIP'S CONGO SQUARES

BY ISAAC SPENCER, EXECUTIVE CHEF AT OLD NORTH STATE CLUB

Throughout my culinary career two chefs that I’ve always admired and looked up to are Mildred “Mama Dip” Council, Founder of Mama Dip’s Kitchen in Chapel Hill and Walter Royal, Executive Chef at the Angus Barn in Raleigh I love sharing their recipes with members at Old North State Club. There is no coincidence that if you come to the lake for Steakhouse Night that you will notice Chef Royal’s Chocolate Chess Pie is also on the menu Mama Dip’s Southern Desserts have been featured on dessert menus and member events here at ONSC. Chef Council’s Congo Square Recipe is the new the newest addition to the Cookie and Dessert Bar Menu I hope you enjoy

Ingredients:

6 oz Butter, melted

2¼ cups Brown Sugar

3 eggs, beaten

2¾ cups All-Purpose Flour

Directions:

2½ TSP Baking Soda

½ TSP Salt

1 cup Chocolate Chips

1 cup Pecans, toasted

Preheat oven to 325°F Butter and flour a half hotel pan

Mix melted butter and brown sugar until smooth Add beaten eggs to butter and sugar mixture.

In a separate bowl mix all-purpose flour, salt, and baking powder together and add into bowl of wet ingredients

When the ingredients are blended together fold in chocolate and toasted pecans

Pour into prepared half hotel pan

Place in preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes

Let cool and cut into 2 dozen bars.

RCC POOL OPENING DAY FOR SWIMMING IS MONDAY, MAY 15!

If you would like to swim laps, please stop by the main office at RCC and sign a waiver.

Please note: The pool will be closed Monday, May 29 through Sunday, June 4 for swimmers. The pool will also be closing for swimmers on Tuesday, June 6 and Tuesday, June 20 at 5:00pm for home swim meets.

MAY CRAFT COCKTAIL SPECIALS

Pink Senorita

1½ oz tequila

½ oz triple sec

¼ lemon juice

splash of pink lemonade/cranberry juice

salt rim

garnish with lemon wheel

Fleur de Paradis

1½ oz gin

½ oz St Germain

¼ oz grapefruit juice

¼ oz lemon juice

dash of simple syrup

dash of orange bitters

top with champagne

Call Me Mayberry

1½ oz raspberry vodka

½ oz Cointreau

muddled strawberries

¼ oz lemon juice

dash of honey/honey syrup

top with soda water

garnish with lemon wheel

Raleigh Country Club

400 Donald Ross Drive

Raleigh, NC 27610