Membership Magazine May 2022
BOARD OF GOVERNORS
CONTENTS 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 10 12 14 16
A Letter from the General Manager Great People Make Favorite Places Membership À la Carte Dining Aquatics Archives & BCC Experiences Events Fitness & Wellness Golf Grounds Racquets
EVENTS CALENDAR May
2 - Annual Meeting of the Membership 5 - Wine Society 8 - Mother's Day Brunch 8 - Mother's Day Dinner 11 - Cigar Club 12 - Cornhole Social
15 - BCC Experiences: Sagamore 17 - Spring Gardening Workshop at Five Farms 18 - Trivia Night 27 - Opening Day at the Pool 30 - Memorial Day at the Pool 31 - Club Closed
June 2 - Uncorked Wine Series 4 - East Pizzeria at Five Farms 11 - East Pizzeria at Five Farms 15 - Trivia Night 15 - Cigar Club 18 - East Pizzeria at Five Farms
18 - BCC Experiences: Brew Bus 19 - Dad's Day (Father's Day Dinner) 20 - BCC Summer Camp Begins 24 - Friday Pool Party: Bollywood
ADMISSIONS COMMITTEE The Admissions Committee welcomes comments from the BCC membership regarding any of the foregoing candidates. All communication with the Admissions Committee is held in strict confidence. The current members of the Admissions Committee and their contact information are as follows: Timothy Bojanowski, Chair tim@zestsms.com | 443.465.2950 Sharon D. Credit sharoncredit@gmail.com | 410.303.6242 Candace D. Ellrich Candace.Domayer@gmail.com | 336.263.6370 Vikas Gupta vgupta@omegahealthcare.com | 571.225.8065 Gregory E. Johnston gregjohnston@outlook.com | 410.382.7798 Leanne R. Mohler leanne6408@comcast.net | 410.591.2786 John L. Tansey jtans@comcast.net | 443.904.3270
July 1 - Live Music at the Pool 4 - July 4th BBQ at the Pool 5 - Club Closed 8 - Live Music at Roland Park 11 - BCC Summer Camp: Wk 2 13 - Cigar Club
Martin P. Brunk, President Gregory E. Johnston, Vice President Elizabeth R. Sieck, Secretary Hugh W. Mohler, Jr., Treasurer Jonathan H. Beard Mason M. Champion Raymond C. Daue, Jr. Edward M. Joffe, Jr. Paul D. McKinnell Leslie C. Rose Jennifer B. Speargas S. Gale Woods
15 - Friday Pool Party: Summer in Rio 18 - BCC Summer Camp: Wk 3 20 - Trivia Night 22 - Live Music at the Pool 25 - BCC Summer Camp: Wk 4 29 - Live Music at Roland Park
ON THE COVER The Well-Being Center at Five Farms—March 2022
Matthew S. Thompson mthompson@lothorian.com | 410.935.9806
RECEPTION Roland Park 410.889.4400 Five Farms 410.252.6505 Hours Monday 9:00am-5:00pm Tuesday-Sunday 9:00am-9:00pm
A LETTER FROM THE GENERAL MANAGER Dear BCC Members, We are set to begin the 2022 season in a matter of days, and it is going to be an exciting year as we look forward to the completion of Phase 1 of our Lifestyle Facilities Master Plan and the grand opening of the Five Farms clubhouse. The project is shaping up to be all we hoped—completely modernizing and expanding our casual dining and cocktailing experience at Five Farms. When we open this summer, we expect an outpouring of excitement. However, until we get there, we are still doing our best to accommodate your needs at Five Farms, and I would like to take this opportunity to address some of the general challenges that remain due to supply chain and labor challenges. The most frequently asked questions I receive from members about construction are, “how is construction progressing?” and “is it on schedule?” My intent for this letter is to communicate our progress and plans for the campus until we are open and fully operational. As you might expect with any renovation project, we have encountered quite a few challenges, most directly stemming from supply chain shortages, which is out of our control. Consequently, at this time, the project is behind schedule, moving the anticipated completion date to August. We will continue to provide regular updates as we progress and approach the opening of the Five Farms clubhouse. During this time, food and beverage services will remain available at Roland Park (dinner only) and Petite Farms Bistro. Once the pool opens on Friday, May 27, through the completion of Phase 1, some changes will occur to accommodate À la Carte diners, golfers, and pool-goers. These changes are as follows: • Petite Farms Bistro will be condensed to the covered patio behind the Japanese Maple trees. This area will be reserved for Bistro diners only. Reservations will be limited and recommended. This area will operate from the Bistro menu. • The Pool Café will remain open and available • The Club will be offering a “Pop-Up” Pizzeria at the tent on the East Lawn on Saturdays, June 4, 11, and 18, from 5:00pm to 9:00pm with live music and lawn games • Grill stations (weather permitting) will be available at the Golf House on Fridays and Saturdays from 11:00am to 4:00pm Additionally, two weeks prior to the opening of the Five Farms clubhouse, À la Carte dining at Roland Park will close so that we can train our staff in the new facility and prepare to welcome all of you. We will be providing plenty
of notice as the schedule unfolds and as we get closer to the big opening. Now I would like to comment on the state of our staffing situation, which remains quite challenging. Last fall, I wrote to you about the challenges in the labor market for hospitality. As a response, the Club has increased its compensation to be more competitive in the local market and implemented new and innovative ways to attract staff to BCC. While we have had some success, we still face challenges locally and abroad. Our pool of international candidates remains tight with restrictions from COVID-19, intense competition, and visa approval challenges. We will continue to work through these issues, get the best possible staff for BCC, and not sacrifice our standards. We continue to ask for your patience as we address the impacts of the labor shortage. Also, as a Baltimore Business Journal Best Places to Work finalist for the last four years, BCC offers many opportunities for people looking for meaningful work in an exceptional environment. For example, I was recently told of a Towson University (TU) student who responded to our sponsorship at a TU Basketball game. The student was excited to work at BCC and was unaware that we offer many employment opportunities. As General Manager, few things worry me, but one that I take very seriously is the safety and well-being of members, children, guests, and staff. To that end, I ask all of you for your help with the following: • Members, staff, and children frequently walk to various activities on campus or in the parking lot. The construction project has altered many foot and vehicle traffic patterns adding to our concern. Please do not speed while driving on BCC property; in fact, drive slowly and be patient • Parents and guardians are responsible for their children’s location and behavior at all times and in all areas of the Club. This is of particular importance at the Pool Complex and other common areas of the Club I am looking forward to welcoming you all back to your favorite place soon. ◆ Respectfully and appreciatively,
M. Kent Johnson, CCM General Manager/COO
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Great People Make Favorite Places
BCC has created an actionable statement that helps define our philosophy known as The Simple Truth: Great People Make Favorite Places. Below is a small sample of staff members who are helping to make BCC your favorite place. ◆
Staff Member of the Month FEBRUARY Danny Murphy, Junior Golf Director We congratulate Danny for being named the February Staff Member of the Month! Last season, he took on the lead role in our Junior Golf Program and brought even more excitement to the program along with him. Regardless of what event or program he was leading, Danny’s passion and enthusiasm for the game showed every day! He also incorporates his other passion for music and DJing into his teaching, which our junior golfers love. We applaud Danny’s innovative methods of instructing our youngest members and are proud to give him this award!
MARCH Bob McClafferty, Barber We congratulate Bob for being named March Staff Member of the Month! Bob is someone that takes pride in his work and continuously exceeds expectations. He is a great example of the BCC Core Four. Bob does what’s right, not what’s easy. While the Locker Room was short staffed, Bob did not hesitate to step in and take charge. Bob went above and beyond his daily tasks as Barber by cleaning and maintaining the Locker Room. Bob even came in on his days off to check in and make sure everything was running smoothly. His work ethic is one that is contagious and impactful. Bob provides exceptional service while being a friendly face for members and staff.
Baltimore Country Club Ranks #19 For the second year in a row, Baltimore Country Club has been ranked the #19 (#1 in Maryland) Top Ranked Culinary Experience out of 83 esteemed clubs and resorts in consideration for the 2022 Top Culinary Experiences by Club + Resort Business and Club + Resort Chef. This would not be possible without the support of our members and our creative, talented Culinary Team led by Executive Chef Richard Jallet. 2
May 2022
MEMBERSHIP
WELCOME TO THE CLUB! New member bios can be viewed on our website or app under Membership. ◆
Mrs. Chiara Feeley
Mrs. Monica Hartman
Mr. Jack Mata
Mr. Nick Wilson
PROPOSED FOR MEMBERSHIP The following prospective members were posted for membership in the Club since the April 12, 2022 meeting of the Admissions Committee. See the most updated list on the Current Proposed Members page under Membership on the website or on the app.
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Mr. Christopher R. Aceto II Mrs. Elizabeth A. Aceto Mr. Philip W. Beatson Mrs. Ann W. Beatson Mr. Thomas Carbeau Mr. Edward B. Carter Mrs. Emilie C. Carter Mr. Andrew W. Croner Mrs. Rachel N. Mech Dr. Aerlyn Dawn Dr. Marianne E. Dawn Dr. Peter DeCarlo Dr. Mitra Taheri Mrs. Jessica C. Ehrlich Mr. Colin W. Forsyth Mrs. Katherine D. Forsyth Mr. Peter W. Harris, Jr. Mrs. Nancy A. Harris Mr. Richard A. Keetley Mrs. Jennifer L. Keetley Dr. Landon S. King
Mr. Mark R. Weigman Mr. Mark R. Weigman Mr. William P. Beatson, Jr. Mr. William P. Beatson, Jr. Mrs. Amy L. Coakley Mr. Clay R. Goodier Mr. Clay R. Goodier Mr. Marc Munafo Mr. Marc Munafo Mrs. Alexandra & Mr. Evan Berney Mrs. Alexandra & Mr. Evan Berney Mr. Larry D. Holmes, Jr. Mr. Larry D. Holmes, Jr. Mr. Daniel J. Ehrlich Mrs. Courtney W. DePinho Mrs. Courtney W. DePinho Mr. L. Dyson Dryden IV Mr. L. Dyson Dryden IV Mrs. Kelly & Mr. Stephen Bellone Mrs. Kelly & Mr. Stephen Bellone Dr. Lisa E. Ishii
Dr. Kimberly S. Peairs Mr. Hollis H, Lamon Mrs. Anne B. Lamon Mr. Philip L. Lazzati Mrs. Pilar M. Lazzati Mr. Michael P. Macsherry Mrs. Katherine C. Macsherry Dr. John W. McBroom Ms. Esther M. Tyde Dr. Daniel G. Oliver Dr. Julie F. King Mr. Thomas J. Rutherford Mrs. Rachel C. Rutherford Mr. Eric Shadoff Mrs. Kira Shadoff Mr. Thomas J. Rutherford Mrs. Rachel C. Rutherford Mrs. Emily C. Santry Mr. Eric Shadoff Mrs. Kira Shadoff
Dr. Lisa E. Ishii Mr. L. Dyson Dryden IV Mr. L. Dyson Dryden IV Mr. Mark R. Weigman Mr. Mark R. Weigman Mr. Jeffrey P. Downs Mr. Jeffrey P. Downs Ms. Brooke C. Davidson Ms. Brooke C. Davidson Dr. Zsuzsanna & Mr. Chris McMahan Dr. Zsuzsanna & Mr. Chris McMahan Mrs. Meghan McGee Mrs. Meghan McGee Mr. Brian Kroneberger, Jr. Mr. Brian Kroneberger, Jr. Mrs. Meghan McGee Mrs. Meghan McGee Mr. Peter A. Santry Mr. Brian Kroneberger, Jr. Mr. Brian Kroneberger, Jr.
March 28, 2022
Mrs. Marilyn Buedel
March 19, 2022
Mrs. Perry M. Rossi
March 19, 2022
The Annual Meeting of Baltimore Country Club will be held in-person on Monday, May 2, 2022 at 5:30pm at the Roland Park clubhouse.
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Participation in the Club's Wine Society series has skyrocketed in the last two years. More than ever, members have shown interest in BCC's Wine Program. We have listened to member feedback and have revamped our wine events to add more value to the experience. Therefore, we would like to introduce our new Uncorked wine event series—with elevated food and wine. Uncorked will introduce members to the best expression of all grape varietals from the best wine regions and wineries worldwide. This new event series will begin in June, and will occur on the first Thursday of the month, replacing Wine Society. In addition, Wine Society membership will be discontinued as of May 31.
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Attendees can look forward to: • High-quality wines • A 3-course plated dinner • An engaging educational component • Wine bottle pre-orders Make sure you register for the first installment of our Uncorked series on Thursday, June 2, featuring Penner-Ash Wine Cellars! ◆
À la Carte & Construction During the temporary closure of Five Farms for the implementation of Phase 1 of the Club’s Lifestyle Facilities Master Plan, À la Carte Dining in the Roland Park 1898 Grille and our Five Farms Petite Farms Bistro will be available. There are select dates the 1898 Grille has been reserved for weddings. On these dates, local clubs have graciously offered dining reciprocity to BCC members subject to availability.
ROLAND PARK À LA CARTE CLOSURE DATES Dates are subject to change Saturday, May 7
Wedding
Saturday, June 11
Wedding
Saturday, May 14
Wedding
Saturday, June 18
Wedding
Saturday, May 21
Wedding
Saturday, July 30
Wedding
Family Night in À la Carte ROLAND PARK Wednesdays • 5:00pm-9:00pm MAY 4: Mexican Fiesta MAY 11: BBQ Night MAY 18: A Taste of Hawaii
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MAY 25: Diner Night
AQUATICS
Dive into Pool Season
This year we are excited to introduce Vince Posterli as our new Aquatics Director. You may have seen Vince around campus as our Talent Acquisition Coordinator in the Human Resources Department year-round, or as the BCC Summer Camp Director last year. Vince is bringing an exciting new addition to our pool calendar this season—Intro to Scuba! In 2018, Vince worked in Grand Cayman as a Dive Master, taking customers on guided trips underwater. This year, we are excited to announce a scuba diving course for BCC members! See below for more information. Based on member interest, we will also host a full certification class this summer with an open water dive! See you at the pool! ◆
MAY 27 3:00pm-8:00pm 28-30 10:00am-8:00pm 31 Pool Closed JUNE 1-2 Pool Closed 3 3:00pm-8:00pm 4-30 Sunday-Thursday - 10:00am-8:00pm Friday & Saturday - 10:00am-9:00pm JULY 1-31 Sunday-Thursday - 10:00am-8:00pm Friday & Saturday - 10:00am-9:00pm AUGUST 1-31 Sunday-Thursday - 10:00am-8:00pm Friday & Saturday - 10:00am-9:00pm SEPTEMBER 1-4 Sunday-Thursday - 10:00am-8:00pm Friday & Saturday - 10:00am-9:00pm 5 -25 Friday - 3:00pm-8:00pm Saturday & Sunday 10:00am-8:00pm
Holiday Weekend Guest Policy
“Non-family member” guests are not permitted on the Saturday, Sunday, and Monday of holiday weekends Memorial Day Weekend: May 28-30 July 4th Weekend: July 2-4 Labor Day Weekend: September 3-5
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Are you ready for another unforgetable pool season? From swim team to fun events, there is sure to be something for the whole family. Mark your calendars and register for our Opening Day at the Pool event on Friday, May 27 from 3:00pm to 8:00pm. Join us for an evening of delicious food, games, and music!
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Monthly Memory Bobby Jones and Watts Gunn playing against Roland Mackenzie and B.Warren Corkran for an Olympic fund match. The tournament was held on April 29, 1928 and drew more than 3,000 people to the Baltimore Country Club. ◆
BCC EXPERIENCES
Taste. Explore. Enjoy Create unforgettable memories with your family and friends with organized off-site group outings and excursions. ◆
BCC EXPERIENCES
Sagamore CREATE, TASTE, & TOUR
Sunday, May 15 | 10:30am Sagamore Spirit Distillery
Tour & Learn from the Sagamore Pros!
$90++ Includes
• Cane Collective Mixer & Whiskey Class • Distillery Tour • 375ml Custom cAnE Collective Mixer • 375ml Sagamore Spirit Signature Rye
RSVP: CLUB CALENDAR | 100% NON-REFUNDABLE | AGES 21+ TRANSPORTATION NOT PROVIDED | LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE 301 E CROMWELL ST. BALTIMORE, MD 21230
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EVENTS
BOWLING LEAGUE WRAP-UP Ladies' Tuesday Morning Bowling
Championship Flight Jill Ross, Winner Libby Snider, Runner Up
Gentlemen's Bowling
Strike Flight
Liz Sieck, Winner Maggie Geise, Runner Up
Spare Flight
Kathy McGonigle, Winner Leah Wilhelmsen, Runner Up
Mixed Bowling
Thank you for a fantastic 2021-2022 Bowling Season! David Cook, Winner (Right) Dennis Morgan, Runner Up (Left)
Austin Root & Tracey Root, Winners
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EVENTS
UPCOMING CLUB EVENTS Adult Events Family Events Children's Events Featured Events RSVP: Club Calendar • Cancellation policy applies unless stated otherwise • *Complimentary for children under 4
MAY WINE SOCIETY: GUNDLACH BUNDSCHU Roland Park • 6:30pm-8:00pm A family-owned sustainable vineyard and winery in Sonoma producing cool climate wines since 1858. Free to Wine Society Members | $30++ Non-Wine Society Members (Includes hors d'oeuvres) Additional Cocktails by Chit; Country Club Casual
INTRO TO SCUBA on page 5
MOTHER'S DAY BRUNCH Roland Park • 11:00am-2:00pm Live music & brunch buffet! Complimentary family photos until 1:30pm Adults $65++ | Children (4-12) $25++* Sole Dining Option; Cocktails by Chit; Jacket & Tie
TRIVIA NIGHT Roland Park • 6:00pm-9:00pm $50++ per Person (Includes dinner & glass of wine) 10 Players Maximum per Team; Cocktails by Chit; Country Club Casual
MOTHER'S DAY DINNER Roland Park • 5:00pm-8:00pm Plated entrée & live music Complimentary family photos until 7:30pm Adults $60 | Children (4-12) $25++* Sole Dining Option; Cocktails by Chit; Country Club Casual
OPENING DAY AT THE POOL Five Farms Pool Complex • 3:00pm-8:00pm Buffet Opens at 3:00pm It's the first day of pool season! Live DJ & games Adults $25++ | Children (4-12) $15++* Sole Dining at the Pool; Beverages by Chit; Pool Attire
CIGAR CLUB: CAO CIGARS Roland Park • 6:30pm-9:30pm Second Wednesday of every month (April-October) $60++ (Includes two cigars & dinner buffet) Additional Cocktails & Cigars by Chit
MEMORIAL DAY AT THE POOL Five Farms Pool Complex • 10:00am-8:00pm Buffet Opens at 11:00am Adults $25++ | Children (4-12) $15++* Sole Dining at the Pool; Beverages by Chit; Pool Attire; Guests Not Permitted
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FRIDAY POOL PARTY: BOLLYWOOD on page 9
SPRING GARDENING WORKSHOP Five Farms • 10:00am-12:00pm or 1:00pm-3:00pm $115++ Includes (2) 16" Pots | 75++ Bring Your Own 16" Pots Registration Deadline: May 10; 100% Non-refundable; Cocktails by Chit; Country Club Casual
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UNCORKED WINE SERIES on page 7
CIGAR CLUB Roland Park • 6:30pm-9:30pm Second Wednesday of every month (April-October) $60++ (Includes two cigars & dinner buffet) Additional Cocktails & Cigars by Chit
POP-UP EAST PIZZERIA on page 5
POP-UP EAST PIZZERIA on page 5 POP-UP EAST PIZZERIA on page 5 TRIVIA NIGHT Roland Park • 6:00pm-9:00pm $50++ per Person (Includes dinner & glass of wine) 10 Players Maximum per Team; Cocktails by Chit; Country Club Casual
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SUMMER CAMP: MYSTERY ISLAND June 20-24 • Five Farms Pool Complex • 9:00am-4:00pm Members $325/Week | Guests $375/Week (Includes lunch & snack) Add-Ons: Golf/Tennis $150 | Before/After Care $20/Day 10% Sibling Discount - Must attend the same week Ages 4-12 (Must be potty-trained); 100% Payment Due Before Child Begins Camp; 50% Non-refundable; Dress Code: Country Club Casual (Pool: Pool Attire, Golf: Golf Attire, Racquets: Whites)
EVENTS
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JAMMIN' IN JULY Five Farms Pool Complex • 5:00pm-9:00pm Enjoy live music at the pool!
JULY 4TH BBQ AT THE POOL Five Farms Pool Complex • 10:00am-8:00pm Buffet at 11:00am & 4:00pm Adults $30++ | Children (4-12) $20++* Sole Dining Option; Beverages by Chit; Pool Attire
JAMMIN' IN JULY Roland Park • 5:00pm-9:00pm Enjoy live music in À la Carte!
SUMMER CAMP: MYSTERY ISLAND July 11-15 • Five Farms Pool Complex • 9:00am-4:00pm Members $325/Week | Guests $375/Week (Includes lunch & snack) Add-Ons: Golf/Tennis $150 | Before/After Care $20/Day 10% Sibling Discount - Must attend the same week Ages 4-12 (Must be potty-trained); 100% Payment Due Before Child Begins Camp; 50% Non-refundable; Dress Code: Country Club Casual (Pool: Pool Attire, Golf: Golf Attire, Racquets: Whites)
FRIDAY POOL PARTY: SUMMER IN RIO Five Farms Pool Complex • 5:30pm Live music & dinner buffet Adults $30++ | Children (4-12) $20++* Limited Snack Bar Available; Cocktails by Chit; Pool Attire
SUMMER CAMP: MYSTERY ISLAND July 18-22 • Five Farms Pool Complex
TRIVIA NIGHT Roland Park • 6:00pm-9:00pm $50++ per Person (Includes dinner & glass of wine) 10 Players Maximum per Team; Cocktails by Chit; Country Club Casual
JAMMIN' IN JULY Five Farms Pool Complex • 5:00pm-9:00pm Enjoy live music at the pool!
SUMMER CAMP: MYSTERY ISLAND July 25-29 • Five Farms Pool Complex
JAMMIN' IN JULY Roland Park • 5:00pm-9:00pm Enjoy live music in À la Carte!
CIGAR CLUB Roland Park • 6:30pm-9:30pm $60++ (Includes two cigars & dinner buffet) Additional Cocktails & Cigars by Chit
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FITNESS & WELLNESS
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TAKE CARE OF YOU The Well-Being Center was created with the intent to restore your senses and balance your body to a true state of tranquility and wellness. ◆
Services MASSAGE THERAPY
Indulge your mind, body, and soul with the relaxing benefits of massage therapies.
Interested? Check out our services in more detail by scanning the code below with your smartphone, or go to Well-Being Services under Fitness on the BCC website.
THAI YOGA MASSAGE
Enjoy the benefits of relaxation, massage, yoga, and energy work in this truly unique experience to connect the body and mind through the breath.
BEAUTY
Let us help you personalize your makeup to bring out your best features with modern and classic beauty trends using Glamstrosity, a locally owned, cruelty-free cosmetic line.
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I truly appreciate the wonderful addition of the Well-Being Center at Five Farms. I had my first massage it was a lovely experience. The space is relaxing and decorated beautifully. The colors, lighting, and layout are well-done. Additionally, I know Jacqueline from her former spa and she is beyond fantastic! Not only does she have amazing technique, but she has a calming presence that lends itself to an overall relaxing experience. I had a few minutes to chat with Janine after the massage, and that just completed the experience. Janine always brings such good energy and positivity when engaging with the members. She really did a great job on the Well-Being Center, and I’m sure many members will be utilizing it. Kim Gordon BCC Member
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GROUP EXERCISE SCHEDULE Scan the code with your smartphone or visit the Fitness page on the website to view the Group Exercise schedule.
The Group Exercise Studio is located on the second floor of the Five Farms clubhouse. Please enter the clubhouse through the outdoor Living Room entrance or the side entrance.
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COUPLES THAI YOGA MASSAGE WORKSHOP In this workshop, you and your partner will learn how to give and receive a Thai Yoga Massage. Thai Yoga Massage Practitioner Marissa will teach the proper alignment of each pose to ensure safety during each stretch. Each partner will receive practice time and feedback after each sequence demonstrated. The workshop will include deep breathing, meditation, and mindfulness.
SATURDAY, MAY 28
Roland Park Maryland Room | 1:00pm-2:30pm $55 per couple Includes one flute of champagne & chocolate covered strawberries No prior experience required. Please wear comfortable athletic attire, and bring a bottle of water. Mats and blankets are provided. Pre-registration is required via the Fitness Calendar (BCC website) or the Calendar (BCC mobile app) by May 24 8 Couples Maximum Please email Marissa Loforte at mloforte@bcc1898.com with any questions
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GOLF
May-June
TOURNAMENTS & CLINICS See Golf Genius or the Golf Calendar to register ◆
GENTLEMEN
President's Cup Saturday, May 21 | 9:00am Shotgun
COUPLES
May Gentlemen's Guest Day Thursday, May 26 | 1:00pm Shotgun
9 & Dine Thursday, Friday, or Saturday Evenings May 6, 20, June 3, 17, July 30, August 13, 26, September 9, 22, October 7
Gentlemen's Stroke Play Championship Saturday, June 11 & Sunday, June 12
JUNIORS
June Gentlemen's Guest Day Thursday, June 30 | 1:00pm Shotgun
WOMEN
Ladies' 9 & 18-Hole Women’s Groups 9-Hole: Contact Brent at bdennison@bcc1898.com 18-Hole: Contact Bryan at bmartin@bcc1898.com Ladies' Twilight Golf League Thursday Evenings | May 5, 12, 19, June 2, 9, 16, 23
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After School Clinics May 3, 5, 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26, June 2 Drive, Chip & Putt Training Program Fridays | May 6, 13, 20, 27 Future Golfers Saturdays | May 7, 14, 21, 28, June 4, 11, 18 9:15am-10:00am Girls Only Clinics Saturdays | May 14, June 11 | 5:00pm-6:00pm
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GOLF INSTRUCTION
LPGA Golf 101 This six-week beginner program will provide you with key fundamentals of the game, networking opportunities, and a window to all that golf has to offer. Wednesdays | May 4, 11 | 4:00pm-5:15pm $150 (Includes “A Girl’s On-Course Survival Guide to Golf ” and weekly handouts) Contact: Ashley Tait Men’s Scoring Clinics (Handicap 15+) Wednesdays | May 4, 11, 18 | 5:30pm-6:30pm $35 per session Contact: Pat Coyner or Ashley Tait Make It Count-Ladies Scoring Clinics Learn how to minimize the strokes on your scorecard where they really count—from 100 yards and in. Scoring clinics include 45 minutes of short game and approach shot instruction followed by 45 minutes of on-course instruction. Non-golf members welcome. Golf clubs available. Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday May 5, 10, 18, 19, 24, 26, June 14, 16, 29, 30 $35 per session Contact: Ashley Tait Girl Power Series Four-week class focusing on mobility and balance while using extra ‘lever systems’ to get more distance out of your swing. Thursdays | May 5, 12, 19, 26 | 10:00am-11:30am $120 for 4 weeks Contact: Ashley Tait Ladies’ Golf Schools Golf schools aimed specifically at different handicap groups, focusing on either short game, full swing, or navigating trouble situations (rough, bunkers, and uneven lies). See the Golf Calendar or the Golf Instruction portion of the website Contact: Ashley Tait
Men's Intro to Golf School Designed to teach the beginner golfer everything they need to know about the game. Topics include grip, stance, posture, ball position, basic swing techniques, and much more! Non-golf members welcome. Golf clubs available. May 14, June 11, July 16 | 2:00pm-3:30pm $35 per session Contact: Pat Coyner or Ashley Tait Wedges & Wine Ladies’ short shot social series—reduce your score and your stress. Enjoy a glass of wine and learn how to become a wedge wizard! May 25, June 15 | 5:30pm-7:00pm $40 per session (Includes complimentary beverage) Contact: Ashley Tait Reluctant Ladies' Golf Clinics 90 minutes of Practice Facility and on-course instruction. Non-golf members welcome. Golf clubs are available. Tuesdays | May 17, 24 , June 14 Wednesdays | May 11, 25, June 15 Thursdays | May 5, 12, 26, June 16, 30 Fridays | May 20, June 10 $30 per session; complimentary if you bring someone new! Contact: Ashley Tait
2022 KPMG WOMEN'S PGA CHAMPIONSHIP Player Development & Teaching Professional Ashley Tait has qualified for the prestigious KPMG Women's PGA Championship from Thursday, June 23 through Sunday, June 26 at Congressional Country Club. Please join us in cheering her on! 13
GROUNDS
GREENKEEPER’S UPDATE Although we are starting to see normal temperatures this May, spring 2022 has been a tough one for many turf managers with numerous reports of winterkill. Below average temperatures this spring have slowed recovery from our cultural practices (aeration and fairway dethatching) and winter damage across much of the U.S., particularly in the northeast on predominately poa annua greens. In addition, the cold spring has affected grasses from breaking dormancy, and this has affected when the grass will open on Driving Range tees. These temperatures significantly impacted the warm season grasses (bermudagrass and zoysiagrass). While we did increase the Driving Range tees by 38% last season, the tees are still undersized for the heavy practice they receive. Therefore, we continue to rely on artificial surfaces to preserve the grass until the surface and soil temperatures reach a point where the turf is actively growing and able to recover from the divot injury (growth rate peaks when air temperatures average 68 degrees for cool-season
#14 EAST GREEN
Lightweight fabric cover to promote germination and healing
grasses and 87 degrees for warmseason grasses. When the East Course opened at the end of March, you may have noticed numerous divots that had not recovered from the fall and winter months. Remember, a divot that is large enough to be replaced, should be replaced. Recovery from the sand and seed mix can take several weeks or longer to repair (depending on the time of the year) and is only used as a last resort. Speaking of divots, you may notice the new fairway sod at the bottom of the slope near #14 East green approach and the bottom of the hill at #15 East. These areas were covered this winter,
The proper technique for repairing ball marks is quite simple and requires only a few seconds of effort: 1. Insert any pointed tool at a 45 degree angle behind the ball mark and gently push the top of the tool toward the center of the ball mark 2. Continue working around the ball mark, pushing the surrounding turf in toward the center 3. Afterward, tamp the area down with your putter 14
May 2022
This area was sodded with 007 bentgrass
and the divots were seeded and covered with a lightweight fabric to promote germination and healing. Unfortunately, there were simply too many divots and areas that didn’t recover during the winter. These two areas were sodded with 007 bentgrass and will remain Ground Under Repair until they become rooted and well established this spring. Have a great spring, and we look forward to seeing you on the course! ◆
Tim Kennelly, CGCS Head Greenkeeper
Please follow the Golden Rule for divot recovery to ensure our fairways remain in top condition throughout the season: 1. A divot that is large enough for the golfer to replace should be replaced 2. Every divot that is not replaced has no chance of survival. This is our best opportunity we have for recovery from divots
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HORTICULTURE UPDATE Spring is upon us, and in addition to preparing all the gardens for the season, the Horticulture Team at Five Farms has been busy planting trees, shrubs, and perennials across the grounds and courses. Sixteen native trees of 10 different species were installed on the golf courses, mostly at the perimeters and fencelines, along with a few larger specimens in key locations as directed by the golf course architect. These included Hornbeam, Hackberry, American Linden, Bur Oak, Scarlet Oak, Sugar Maple, Fruitless Sweetgum, Sweetbay Magnolia, Tuliptree, and Tupelo. The Team also planted screening plants (including Hinoki Cypress, Conoy Viburnum, and Buttonbush) to soften the new fence outside the Pool Café. This fenced area, which was previously an underused lawn space, now serves as much needed storage space for mobile kitchens and other operational needs to allow us to better serve the membership during clubhouse construction and beyond. A new sidewalk was installed to allow for better separation of this “back of house” space from members entering the pool from the top of the hill. Additionally, the Horticulture Team
continued improvements to the rear of the cart barn that began in the winter by widening the cart path and adding landscape lighting. Now the semishaded space beneath the crabapples and magnolias is underplanted with shrubs and perennial groundcovers to provide beautification while also buffering cart path noise from the 1st tee and 9th green of the West Course. This update reduces the amount of push mowing needed underneath the trees while also creating a lush, inviting path to the warm-up tee and cart staging areas.
signals the last frost date for our area, you’ll soon see the Team planting the thousands of annuals that will bloom at Five Farms all summer long. As soon as construction conditions allow, we will also begin installing the Phase 1 Master Plan landscaping. We are looking forward to another great season here at the Club! ◆
Cathy Wagner, CPH Director of Horticulture
Since the first week of May typically 15
RACQUETS
PADDLE SEASON RECAP As we look ahead to the warm spring weather, I wanted to take a few moments to recap the highlights of this season. The BCC Paddle Program is stronger than ever in numbers and results. This season BCC Men’s Interclub teams earned Championship trophies in divisions three and four, winning both matches in front of a home crowd. BCC doubles teams Steven Wieczynski/Jack Keenan and Bennett Bradley/Eddie Bradley III both won National Championships at the 40+ and 50+ PTI nationals. We also honored BCC member Tim Polk as the first annual recipient of the Tim Polk Award. The award will be given
annually to a member of the league that ‘fosters the growth and success of the league’. Other highlights include the Men’s and Women’s Club Champions, participation in the paddle tennis team nationals, and the introduction of a new benchmark paddle event; the Club Road Classic. This season sets the precedent for years to come as BCC further solidifies our program as among the best in the area. ◆
Jody Sambrick, Jr. Head Racquets Professional
CLUB ROAD CLASSIC February 5, 2022 Winners: Blue Team
MEN'S D4 INTERCLUB FINALS March 1, 2022 Winners: BCC
MEN'S D3 INTERCLUB FINALS March 3, 2022 Winners: BCC
APTA MEN’S PTI 50+ NATIONALS March 5, 2022 Winners: Bennett Bradley & Eddie Bradley III
APTA MEN'S PTI 40+ NATIONALS March 26, 2022 Winners: Steve Wieczynski & Jack Keenan
APTA TEAM NATIONALS April 2-3, 2022 2nd Place
Club Championship Winners Women's Doubles Mixed Doubles Men's A Doubles Men's B Doubles 16
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Amy O'Connor & Kelly Lausch Amy O'Connor & Steve Wieczynski Dale Cathell & Rob Sharps Peter Kimmel & Jack Keenan
(6-1, 6-3) (6-4, 5-7, 6-4) (6-3, 6-3) (6-0, 6-2)
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BETTER HALVES LEAGUE WINNERS GROUP A
WINNERS Candace & Rob Ellrich
GROUP B
FINALISTS Brittany & Todd Ruth
WINNERS Alexis & Ashley Thompson
FINALISTS Maggie & Tim Schmitt
GROUP C (Not Pictured)
Winners: Melissa & Chris Biddison | Finalists: Lauren & John Lindsay
SQUASH SAVE THE DATES Miller Matches Finals Night – December 9, 2022
Club Championships Finals Night – February 24 & 25, 2023
Member-Guest – January 20-21, 2023
BHL Finals Night – April 1, 2023
Junior Squash Club Championships – January 28, 2023
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