Birchwood Farms Golf & Country Club - Fall 2021 Country Life

TOURNAMENT RESULTS

UPCOMING EVENTS

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600 BIRCHWOOD DRIVE, HARBOR SPRINGS, MI

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BIRCHWOOD LISTINGS

Sandra Gay, Realtor

Berkshire Hathaway Home Services 102 East Main Street Harbor Springs, MI 49740

231.526.9800 231.622.2682

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www.bhhsmi.com NEW LISTING

D SOL Charming 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom Birchwood Farms ranch home with fabulous landscaping and a beautiful setting. This home offers a great floor plan with living room wet bar, dining room, eat-in kitchen, master en-suite, 2 guest bedroom with a full bath, main floor laundry room. The lower level adds a family room, full bath, additional sleeping room, utility room and storage.

Attached 2-car garage. Attractively prices at $415,000.

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D SOL Lovely, spacious Birchwood Farms 4 bed/3 1/2 bath quality contructed home with beautiful private setting overlooking the township-owned public forest with over 2 miles of hiking/walking trails. This open concept floor plan grants a large living/dining room space with vaulted ceilings, large windows and floor to ceiling stone fireplace with gas logs. The lower level adds a second living space with bedroom, bathroom, family room with kitchenette, additional office area and tons of storage. Completing this great home is an attached 2 car garage and a low maintenance trex deck with built-in seating.

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Outstanding golf course setting overlooking the pond & green of the sixth hole of the Birches Course. Wonderful open floor plan with 3 bedrooms, 4 1/2 baths, first floor master suite with sitting area, gracious living room with fireplace and great deck with golf course views.

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'New Construction' Builder spec home with high end finishes and premier golf course setting. This 4 Bed, 3 1/2 bath property offers a high end appliance package, great room with vaulted ceilings, gas fireplace, hardwood floors, office, and main floor master suite. The upper level adds 3 bedrooms, bonus room, and 2 baths. The 3 car attached garage allows space for those extra toys. Birchwood memebers enjoy golf, tennis, outdoor pool, pickle ball, bocce ball, walking trails, clubhouse with multiple dining areas, sports bar, pro shop, and fitness center. $605,889

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Gorgeous Birchwood ranch-style spec home on premier golf course setting. Features 3 bedroom en-suites on main floor, separate office/den, and a bonus room with full bath above the attached 3+ car garage. High end finishes and a high end appliance package included! Wonderful rear covered deck with fireplace and open deck area. Includes a full walkout lower level with plumbing finished for future bathroom. $589,900

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Beautiful golf course setting for this custom built Birchwood Farms Ranch home. Includes high end finishes, open concept living w/hardwood floors. Composite deck with screened-in area & fireplace. Finished bonus room & bath above the 3 car attached garage. Scheduled completion date of Summer 2021. $615,000

BIRCHWOOD LOTS • 2915 Greenbriar - SOLD • 1080 Timber Pass - SOLD

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AVAILABLE Birchwood Lots • 2927 Greenbriar - $1,000 asking price • 2824 Greenbriar - $2,500 asking price • 2807 Greenbriar - $31,000 asking price

Builder Spec home with high end finishes and premier golf course setting. This 4 bed/3 1/2 bath property offers a high end appliance package; great room with vaulted ceilings, gas fireplace, hardwood floors; main floor master suite and office. The upper level adds 3 bedrooms, bonus room and 2 baths. The 3 car attached garage allowing space for those extra toys. Birchwood members enjoy golf, tennis, outdoor pool, pickle ball, bocce ball, walking trails, club house with multiple dining areas, sports bar, pro shop and fitness center. Seller is a licensed Real Estate Broker in the State of Michigan. $569,000

Ranch-style Birchwood 'Spec Home' on beautiful golf course setting. This home offers 3 bedroom en-suites, high end appliance package, high end finishes, hardwood floors, gas fireplace, and optional bonus room above the 3+ car attached garage. Lower level walkout basement is plumbed for future bathroom. Includes all of Birchwood Farms amenities. $559,000

Exceptional Land Values - Wooded, Waterview and Golf Course Lots Available. Call for details.

For information call Berkshire Hathaway at 231-526-9800 or visit our website at www.bhhsmi.com Visit free us online at www.birchwoodcc.com 102 East Main Street, Harbor Springs, MI 49740 (toll 866-526-9009)

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Phone: 231-526-8164

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BIRCHWOOD NEW CONSTRUCTION

New construction, ranch style home in Birchwood Farms Golf & Country Club. Lovely golf course setting offering 3 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths, high end finishes, hardwood floors, and gas fireplace. Full basement and optional bonus room above the garage. Includes all of Birchwood Farms amenities of golf, tennis, bocce ball, pickleball, x-country skiing, snowshoeing, fitness center, and the beautiful club house with dining and sports bar. $575,000

New construction with high end finishes and appliance package.

Golf course and pond views in Birchwood Farms Golf & Country Club. Charming bungalow style home with 3 beds, 2.5 baths, open floor plan, gas fireplace, hardwood floors, main floor office/ den, and 2.5 car garage w/14x20 open air deck. Enjoy all of the Birchwood lifestyle amenities including club house w/bar and dining, 27 holes of golf, 10 clay tennis courts, bocce ball, pickle ball, hiking, snowshoeing, and more. $445,000

New Birchwood Farms construction! Beautiful cottage style ranch home with golf course setting overlooking the 7th green of the Birches course. High end finishes and an open floor plan, include a great room with vaulted ceilings, wood floors, gas fireplace. Featuring 3 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths, office/den, covered lanai with fireplace and bonus room above the 3 car garage. $662,500

THE RIDGE CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION UNDER CONSTRUCTION • • • •

20 Units in Four Phases Single Story Ranch & Two-Story Townhouse Configuration All with First Floor Master Suites, Two-Car Attached Garages & Full Basements Open Concept Floor Plans, Gas Fireplaces, Wood Floors & High-end Appliance Package

RANCH UNITS are 2,102 Finished sq. ft. and start at $531,000 TWO-STORY Units are 2,507 Finished sq. ft. and start at $565,000 TAKING RESERVATIONS NOW Call Sandy Gay, Realtor, Berkshire Hathaway Home Services at (231) 622-2662 for additional information.

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Contents

From the President………………………………………………4 From the General Manager………………………………………6 Director of Catering…………………………………………….8 Director of Golf………………………………………………10 Green Coat Results…………………………………………...12 Silver Birch Results……………………………………………13

Board of Trustees Nancy Sarowski

Racquet Sports Professional……………………………….…15

President

Birchwood Outreach Fund………………………………16 & 17

Vice President

Ed Murphy

Security & EMS…………………………………………………18

Neil Loney

Nature’s Notebook……………………………………………22

Kathy Thompson

Community Calendar…………………………………………23

Treasurer

Secretary

Trustees Dave Borchers Bill Donohue Terry Glissman John Pennell Jan Denning

Telephone Directory Clubhouse

(231) 526-2166

Golf Shop

(231) 526-6245

Security

(231) 526-2751

Upper Level Fax (231) 526-9411 Racquet Sports Shop (231) 526-2372

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Birchwood Women’s Association…………………………27 - 29 Birchwood Directory…………………………………………33

Our Vision

To be recognized as the most desirable, member-owned country club and residential community in Northern Michigan.

Our Mission

To realize our Vision by: • Providing current and future members, and their families, with outstanding golf, tennis, swimming, and dining as well as varied social and recreational experiences • Continually increasing member satisfaction in club value and service • Maintaining Club facilities and community infrastructure • Investing wisely in amenities and facilities to increase the value of the club • Governing the Club in the interests of all Members through a balanced and open decision-making process • Being a responsible and valued member of the broader community 3

BOARD OF TRUSTEES

FROM THE PRESIDENT Ever wonder why our magazine is entitled “Country Life?”

If you have, then you know exactly why living or visiting here is relaxing and invigorating at the same time.

Our Township’s Master Plan describes our area as “high quality rural life.”

Rural here in West Traverse means a quiet, scenic character.

Quiet doesn’t mean boring but rather peaceful. You can hear the gentle rain.

Scenic doesn’t mean amazing man-made structures. It means vistas of natural beauty.

To preserve this rural character, the Township and Birchwood have mutually agreed to certain ordinances and Bylaw/Rules on development and behaviors.

Nancy Sarowski President

Make loud noises after a certain time at night and Security or the Sheriff will pay you a visit and ask you to “keep it down.”

There is a development density that we respect in order to preserve open spaces and natural beauty.

The pace in our rural area is slower than the urban areas. Not slow as in “manana.”

Just slow enough so that you can stay in touch with what’s important in Life: God, loving relationships, health, and laughter.

Ed Murphy Vice President

Neil Loney Treasurer

If we’ve been away to the city or a more congested area, upon returning, we breath in the fresh air and relax as soon as we come over the hill and see the Bay. When we drive into Birchwood, the green calms us down and we’re glad to be home, even if it’s just for a few months.

High Quality Country Life requires that members be of high quality.

Kathy Thompson Secretary

Dave Borchers Trustee

Caring for our neighbors, maintaining our property, respecting the community’s desire that everyone’s behavior is always respectful of others. In some places, rules are a nuisance and exist to be broken. To those of us who love living here, rules are expressions of what High Quality Country Life entails. We dress appropriately and tastefully at all times. We speak in quiet tones and with language that is not offensive. We’re grateful for those who serve us in any way. We don’t endanger others with our vehicles or pets.

This is the time of year when spectacular colorful vistas appear in the distance and in our own back yards. Enjoy what many in the world would love to see, let alone live in: Northern Michigan, Harbor Springs, Birchwood.

Bill Donohue Trustee

Terry Glissman Trustee

In Peace, Nancy Sarowski, President Board of Trustees nsarowski@gmail.com

BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETINGS All Meetings start at 9:00am and are open to members, locations To Be Determined for any given month.

John Pennell Trustee

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Jan Denning Trustee

Monday, October 25th Monday, December 6th Monday, January 31st Monday, February 28th

Monday, March 28th Monday, April 25th Monday, May 23rd Monday, June 27th

Monday, July 25th Monday, August 29 Monday, September 19th

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FROM THE GENERAL MANAGER I hope everyone enjoyed their summer season here at Birchwood! It truly was a great season and so nice to see everyone together again. As wonderful as our 2021 season was, it was not without its challenges, especially dealing with the labor issues that have plagued Northern Michigan and, in fact, most of the country. A special Thank You to our Membership for your continued support for your Club as well as our team. Birchwood really has the finest Membership of truly caring individuals and we appreciate you.

It's October 1st and as I write this, I'm reminded of what my father used to say: we make plans and God laughs. This is sort of how I feel about our 2021 season here at the Club.

Paul Marazzo We had a lot of plans entering this season, some went very well and some didn't for a General Manager variety of reasons. I really want to recognize our core staff that helped guide us through the season. It was this team that, when plans unexpectedly changed, they truly rose to the occasion to get the job done. A big Thank You to our staff.

Continuing on the topic of our excellent core staff, I would like to announce our Employees of the Month Winners from the past few months. These associates have been nominated by their Managers as showing exemplary dedication and service to our Membership and Club. Please help me in recognizing these individuals for their dedicated service to our operation. For the Month of June, Rob Antoine in our Culinary Department was nominated by Sara Tye our Director of Catering. For the Month of July, Julia Will in our Food & Beverage Department was also nominated by Sara Tye, our Director of Catering. For the Month of August, Payne Schanski in our Racquets Department was nominated by Chuck Reisig, our Racquets Director. Finally for the Month of September, Patrick Morris in our Security Department was nominated by Derek Williams, our Chief of Security. Congratulations to all and sincerest Thank You for your dedication to Birchwood.These individuals, along with the other 2021 Employees of the Month will be vying for the Employee of the Year title!

As we begin to shift gears into the autumn and winter months, our Executive Sous Chef, Rob Antoine is preparing our new fall/winter menus. In our Maintenance Department, Meredith Coy and his team are gearing up for the snow to fly, while the rest of our team is transitioning from the business of our summer season to getting ready for the upcoming Holiday season. Remember to watch for our Birchwood Happenings emails as well as our newly redesigned website for upcoming dates and event information.

Thanksgiving is our next Club-wide event, and it is right around the corner! We will be serving our Traditional Family-Style Thanksgiving Dinner with all of the trimmings on Thursday, November 25th from 12:00-3:00pm.

2021 BIRCHWOOD EMPLOYEES OF THE MONTH June 2021 Employee of the Month

Rob Antoine Culinary Department Nominated by Sara Tye, Director of Catering

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Be sure to make your reservations soon! As always, we will be offering our Thanksgiving To-Go program as well this year! Be sure to inquire with the Club about our to-go offerings for this day of tradition - we are more than happy to do the cooking for you!

By the time this issue of Country Life is out, our new Racquets Director, Chuck Reisig will be back in Arizona where he spends his winter months. I want to thank Chuck for a great first season at Birchwood and his dedication to our tennis and growing pickleball programs! It was a pleasure to have him as part of our team and yes, Chuck will be back next year. Look for Chuck to return to Birchwood next April!

As most of you know, Birchwood is growing. Just this year we have added 10 new single family homes to our community and the work has begun for a 20-unit condominium project called, The Ridge. With new construction comes new members. I want to welcome all of our new members to Birchwood and welcome back all of those who have rejoined through Birchwood's Emeritus Program. Welcome to you all - we are pleased to have you as part of our community!

To the members that have left or are preparing to leave Birchwood for warmer climates this winter, we wish you safe travels and very much hope you enjoyed another Birchwood summer. To those year round members, I will see you all soon at the Club for Game Nights, Potlucks, and Weekend dining.

guidance was greatly appreciated. I also want to thank our Board of Directors for their support and guidance. A special thank you to Dave Borchers whose term on the Board has come to an end. It was a pleasure working with Dave.

On an endnote, I would like to share this special note with the Birchwood Membership, that shortly after I arrived here, I realized that Birchwood was not your stereotypical country club. Many members, who have been members of Birchwood for years continue to tell me, they can't believe how beautiful our club is and how special it is to live here at Birchwood.

Birchwood is truly a wonderful community surrounded by some of the most scenic landscape anywhere. I know I speak for the entire management team when I say, we are committed and excited about the growth and future development of our community, and understand that we must meet the demands of the future without losing the mystique of what makes Birchwood so special.

As we begin to bring 2021 to a close, I truly want to thank the Membership for your unconditional support. Cheers to an exciting 2022!

Paul Marazzo, CFBE General Manger/COO paul@birchwoodcc.com (231)526-2166 ext. 512

I would like to take a minute and thank all of our committees, our committee chairs and committee members who have served Birchwood this past year. Your leadership, help and

July 2021 Employee of the Month

August 2021 Employee of the Month

September 2021 Employee of the Month

Julia Will

Payne Schanski

Patrick Morris

Food & Beverage Department

Racquets Department

Security Department

Nominated by Sara Tye, Director of Catering

Nominated by Chuck Reisig, Racquets Director

Nominated by Derek Williams, Chief of Security

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DIRECTOR OF CATERING It’s hard to believe how fast the summer season has flown by! We were incredibly busy with weddings, club events, and private parties. Next summer is already gearing up to be busier! If you are planning an event during the 2022 year, call me today to reserve your date!

much has changed and we are looking forward to celebrating all year long! We are also looking for interesting artifacts from Birchwood’s past to feature during our upcoming season of celebrations. If you or someone you know have any Birchwood memorobalia that you would like to have displayed, email me a description of the item and when it would be available to loan out to the Club.

Now that fall is here and winter is approaching it’s time to schedule your Christmas and New Year's celebrations! We would love to host your employee holiday celebrations, so we are offering 10% off company parties. Make sure to mention the discount when you book your company party with me!

On a final note, I would like to extend my extreme gratitude to Peace Reinhardt for all the hard work and long hours this season in the Banquet Department, along with Julia Will for all of her support and dedication in the Restaurant! This year we faced many challenges, and these ladies worked extremely hard to meet the departments needs and standards we set to give the best service to all of our Members! Thank you Ladies for everything you do for the Food & Beverage Department, we couldn’t do it without you!

We have some great events coming up this fall, including our annual Thanksgiving Dinner and Holiday Sleigh Ride.We have also added a Santa Brunch this year, so mark those dates on your calendar! We will once again be offering holiday platters during the holiday season. Look for those offerings to make your family gatherings at home easier, so you can spend less time in the kitchen and more time with your Loved Ones.

Next year is an exciting time for Birchwood, can you believe it’s been 50 years since Birchwood began developing! So

We are all looking forward to helping you celebrate the upcoming holiday season!

Sara Tye Director of Catering sara@birchwoodcc.com (231)526-2166 ext. 539

TRIVIA NIGHT Thursday, November 4th 6:00pm $28.00 ++ Per Person Pub/Bar Style Menu Cocktails by Subscription (Casual Attire)

Casual Bar & Grill Room Friday & Saturday 5:00-9:00pm

Nick Micoff will lead our trivia event. Put your thinking caps on and compete for exciting prizes!

Open to all Birchwood Members!

Reservations required, please call 231-526-2166 or make your reservation online at www.birchwoodcc.com 8

Thanksgiving Dinner To-Go

Dinner packages which consist of turkey and all of the trimmings are available for as little as four people or as many as you need!

Thursday, November 25th 12:00-3:00pm $34.00++ Per Adult $16.95++ Per Child (ages 5-12) Children 4 & under are free Soup & Salad Bar, Butter Basted Turkey, Sage Stuffing, Green Bean Casserole, Whipped Potatoes, Cranberry Sauce, Honey Roasted Carrots, Traditional Turkey Gravy, Sweet Baked Potato & Assorted Dessert Bar Dine here, take home the leftovers & leaved the dishes to us!

Reservations required by Saturday, November 20th.

Please call (231)526-2166 or make your reservation online at www.birchwoodcc.com

PACKAGE ONE: Feeds 4-6 people $195 Package Price PACKAGE TWO: Feeds 8-12 people $330 Package Price PACKAGE THREE: Feeds 12-15 people $395 Package Price

A la Carte Items ITEMS

PRICE & QUANTITY

Butter Basted Turkey

$6.00/lb.

Sage Stuffing

$6.50/pt $11.00/qt

Green Bean Casserole

$6.50/pt $11.00/qt

Whipped Potatoes

$6.50/pt $11.00/qt

Traditional Turkey Gravy

$6.50/pt $11.00/qt

Cranberry Sauce

$6.50/pt $11.00/qt

Honey Roasted Carrots

$6.50/pt $11.00/qt

Sweet Baked Potato

$6.50/pt $11.00/qt

Fresh Baked Dinner Rolls

$11.00/Dozen

Pumpkin, Pecan or Apple Pie

$16.00 ea.

Please call Naomi Damoose at (231)526-2166 or email receptionist@birchwoodcc.com to place your Thanksgiving Dinner To-Go order by Thursday, November 18th.

Please note that no changes can be made to your Thanksgiving Dinner To-Go after Thursday, November 18th.

Pick-Up is on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 25th between 10:00am -11:00am 9

DIRECTOR OF GOLF Please find following the final results for our Club Championships: • Men’s Club Championship • Men’s Sr. & Legend Championship • Mixed Couples Championship • Labor Day Scramble • WGA 9 & 18 Hole Division Club Championship

Greetings from the Golf Shop!

Wow, where did this summer go? As I write this fall article, I can’t help but reflect on this last season.We started out with a bang and it did not let up!

The weather in northern Michigan was pretty good for the most part and we were spared the torrential rain that flooded southern Michigan a couple of times. We hosted all of our annual Club events, a few new events along with a couple that were re-scheduled from 2020. The weekly BWA Mixed Golf continues to be our best attended event.We saw 80+ players on more than one occasion. It was a very busy summer to say the least!

Our last Country Life edition ended with final results through the Independence Day Scramble so let’s get caught up on the rest of our final results. This year’s Men’s Green Coat Invitational hosted 78 teams. This year’s Champions were repeat winners from 2019 (no event in 2020), Member Jim Perry and partner Mike O’Hara. Two weeks later the Women’s Silver Birch Invitation saw 20, 4-person teams (18-hole) and 4, 4-person teams in the 9-hole division compete.This year’s 9-hole Champions were Members Joan Young and Mimi Fitzgibbon paired with guests Katy Lewis and Martha Miller. Our overall Champions in the 18-hole division were Member Leslie Jones paired with guests Ardyce Conley, Suzanne Hubner and Cathy Kalahar. Congratulations again!

2021 Labor Day Scramble Winners George & Gail Torreano and Barbara & Duane Alvesteffer

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Our Men’s Day year-long “Birchwood Cup” and the WGA’s year-long “Race for the Points” both came down to the final week of play. George Torreano edged out Paul Temple to win the coveted Birchwood Cup while WGA Chair, Deb Baker, picked up enough points over Vicki Parrott and win this year’s Race for the Points. Congratulations to all and big thanks to Steve Henderson and Linda Temple for tracking the statistics throughout the season.

There were two new events added to the calendar this year that were well attended and a lot of fun! The ACE Shoot-Out was a competition between all of those that had a hole-in-one this year. In addition, anyone that was in our HIO Club could also participate. Our Members with the perfect shot this year were: Lou Achille Linda Temple Suzanne Upward Mark Gregerson Dennis Hogerheide Bob Levy

2021 Mixed Couples Club Champion

Deb Baker & Matt McColl

#6 Birches #3 Farms #3 Farms #6 Birches #6 Birches #7 Woods

2021 Men’s Senior Club Champion George Torreano

The other new event, the Glow Ball Scramble, was attended by 32 players competing in a 3-hole scramble. We lit up 8 holes on the Farms and Birches course and headed out at dusk.

There were a lot of laughs before, during and after the round!

I look for both of these events back on next year’s calendar.

In closing, I want to thank our Golf Committee for all of their efforts and support. It’s been a great season but we’re always looking to improve. I know that there are areas that we can enhance and make for a better experience and we will continue to do so. Thank you to our Members for their continued support, participation and patience during a crazy couple of seasons. I also want to thank all of my entire staff in the golf 2021 WGA 9 & operation. The golf shop staff and outside staff did an excellent job this season!

Sure, there were a few hiccups along the way but overall they gave it 100%.

As we all know, staffing has been a big issue for everyone in the service industry and Birchwood was no different.

2021 WGA 18 Hole Division Gross Club Champion Pam Tyler

For those traveling for the winter season, I wish you safe travels. For those that will be around northern Michigan, I look forward to seeing you. Have a safe, healthy and happy winter.

Sincerely, Cris Cavitt, Director of Golf PGA Professional 231-526-6245 Ext. 517

18 Hole Club Championship Winners

2021 WGA 18 Hole Division Net Club Champion Key Helton

2021 WGA 9 Hole Division Club Champion Bonnie Moceri

2021 Men’s Club Championship Winners

2021 Men’s Super Senior Club Champion Bill Brown

2021 Legends Senior Club Champion Chuck Saputo

2021 Men’s Club Champion Chris Chocola

2021 Men’s Flighted Club Champion Paul Temple

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Green Coat 2021 - Final Results FLIGHT 8

Wolf/Wolf Papa/Papa Miller/Peterson Lesser/Barrett Lucido/Lucido Jr. Benoit/Collins

FLIGHT 9

Orlow/Orlow Jackman/Jackman Verlinden/Carr Logan/Shupenko Sharkey/Gill Brown, Dr/Cipriani

2021 CHAMPIONS Jim Perry & Mike O’Hara

FINAL FOUR

1st Jim Perry Mike O’Hara 2nd Brian Jackman Jamie Jackman 3rd Don Noble Leo Savoie 4th Greg Mautz Dave McWhorter

FLIGHT 1

Bezilla/Moore Ransford/Ransford Runyon/D’Agostini Seehausen/Bielman Blakely/Blakely Hudson/Creel

FLIGHT 2

Perry/O’Hara Barry/Shader Glatz/Pearce Stoner/Stoner Wilner/Kahler Gromer/Gromer

FLIGHT 3

Henerson/Hamlin Glissman/Emerick Bund/Woods Parrott/Parrott Terreano/Jameson McMillan/Brice

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23 19 ½ 19 18 16 12 ½

20 19 ½ 18 ½ 18 ½ 16 15 ½

FLIGHT 4

Noble/Sovoie MacDonald/Vigi Auffenberg/Auffenburg Fracasa/Grant Eagle/Eagle Jones, B./Young

FLIGHT 5

Shepard/Alexander Wieckert/Langolf Helton/Kohler Alvesteffer/Alvesteffer Temple/Wilmet Jones, D./Leach

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20 ½ 20 ½ 20 ½ Hogerheide/Riddlesworth 19 Lutjens/Mummert 15 ½ Beland/Hahn 12

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Anton/Anton, Jr Kalb/Pape Harrom/Strauss Higgs/Marker Godfrey/Godfrey

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Schafer/Sager Ferguson/Crist Inman/Harrington

FLIGHT 12

FLIGHT 13

Donovan/Damore Koster/Burke Achille/Asaro Onkey/Etheridge Taylor/Evrard

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21.5 20.5 19 17 16 14

FLIGHT 6

LaFountain/Allred 22 Davidon/Goyette 21 ½ Stephenson/Stephenson 17 Levy/Levy 17 Shantz/Halatek 16 ½ Weidman/Weidman 14

FLIGHT 7

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FLIGHT 10

Tompkins/Tompkins Schellenberg/Janiak Brown, Da/Shrouds Arnold/Arnold Ray/Quigel

FLIGHT 11

Mautz/McWhorter Westmeyer/Wilson Savoie/Kern Markovich/Hallock Kasper/Kasper Rosenow/Gardziola

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1st place winners Jim Perry and Mike O’Hara (right) with 2nd place winners Brian Jackman and Jamie Jackman (left).

Silver Birch 2021- Final Results OVERALL CHAMPIONS Leslie Jones, Ardyce Conley, Suzanne Hubner, Cathy Kalahar 280 Silver Sapphire 1st Low Net M.B. Nielsen/ J. Wade/ M.Dyksterhouse/ B. Rohs 2nd Low Net L. Temple/ D. Taylor/ K. Kearns/ S. Cross L. Schiff/ M. Sprow/ C. Pierepont/ L. Holton Low Gross P. Tyler/ D. Rogers/ C. Obermeyer/ J. Lazzaro K. Helton/ S. Kohler/ C. Pardue/ B. Elltoitt Silver Pearl 1st Overall Les. Jones/ A. Conley/ S. Hubner/ C. Kalahar 1st Low Net E. Reynolds/ K. Bradband/ L. Glisssman/ J. Grill 2nd Low Net T. Hicks/ R. Rodriguez/ V. Parrott/ K. Lindley B. O’Hara/ J. Gillow/ Y. Guy/ F. McKenney Low Gross M. Onkey/ J. Darling/ S. Chocola/ L. Fenech Silver Opal 1st Low Net G. Torreano/ P. McCarthy/ D. Baker/ D. Kear 2nd Low Net C. Hansen/ N. Adair/ J. Collins/ K. Schneider Low Gross K. Gauthier/ S. Focht/ S. Conley/ L. Newton S. Armstrong/ I Vanderpoorte/ A. Judd/ C. Bowman K. Ogden/ N. McKinnon/ B. Costello/ Z. Bassos

Silver Birch 2021 Overall Winners 9 Hole Division

Gross/Net

337/282 352/288 331/290 320/292 342/296 Gross/Net

331/280 340/281 349/285 354/286 351/290 Gross/Net

363/287 354/291 357/291 363/296 359/297

Silver Birch 2021 Overall Winners 18 Hole Division Suzanne Hubner, Ardyce Conley, Cathy Kalahar, Leslie Jones

Congratulations to all of our winners!

Silver Crystal Gross/Net 1st Low Net C. Donovan/ K. Calver/ K. Thompson/ J. Pifer 386/287 2nd Low Net M. Barbe/ J. LaRock/ L. Kirsch/ A. Hamlin 370/298 Low Gross T. Papa/ P. Harmann/ S. Gay/ J. Dyla 381/303 L. Hogerheide/ P. Schwarz/ N. Tolley/ J. Taylor 400/307 M. Sigler/ J. Withowski/ M. Williams/ J. Donovan 415/312 Shoot Out 1st Tyler / Rogers 2nd Young / Lewis 3rd Thompson / Pifer Temple / Taylor CTP - 18 Hole CTP - 9 Hole Member 2 Woods - Liz Reynolds Guest 3 Farms - Martha Miller Member 3 Birches - Betsy Costello Member 7 Farms - Vicki LaChapelle Guest 6 Birches - Jane Darling Guest 7 Woods - Nancy Adair

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Birchwood Resident

Holiday Dining Hours Friday, December 17th Thursday, December 23rd Grill Room & Casual Bar 5:00-9:00pm Friday, December 24th & Saturday, December 25th Christmas Eve & Christmas Day Clubhouse Closed

Sue ellen StutS Realtor

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530.307.8417 CELL

SueEllen.Stuits@CBGreatLakes.com www.SueEllen-Stuits.CBGreatLakes.Com

Sunday, December 26thFriday, December 31st Grill Room & Casual Bar 5:00-9:00pm Saturday, January 1st New Year's Day Clubhouse Closed

172 East Main Street I Harbor Springs, MI 49740

SILVER BIRCH INVITATIONAL 2022 July 27, 28 & 29, 2022 2-Person Teams 2-Day Ringer Tournament Low Net - Overall Champion Honoring Low Gross 18 - Hole Division $250.00 Per Team 9 - Hole Division - Details to Follow

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RACQUET SPORTS PROFESSIONAL GREETINGS FROM THE RACQUET COURTS! As our outdoor racquets season comes to a close, it is time to reflect on a great season and to look forward to an exciting 2022. What was so surprising to me in my first year at Birchwood was the great passion for Racquet sports and the helpful dedication of committee members and volunteers. It is that passion which made this such a special year and what makes Birchwood, Birchwood.

As we move forward to the 2022 season we will continue to build the Racquets program with a wide range of programming. From first time racquet holders to advanced players, from 4 years old to 95 years old, we want you to be challenged, entertained and involved.

2021 Pickleball Open Doubles Champion Bruce Jamerson

We have had a wonderful championship season at Birchwood. Please see our champions on this page and a special thanks to all our competitors.

All the Best, Chuck Reisig and the Racquets Department Chuck Reisig, USPTA Elite Pro Director of Racquet Sports chuck@birchwoodcc.com

2021 Women’s Doubles Champions Debbie Daoud & Dianne Litzenburger

2021 Mixed Doubles Tennis Champions Mike & Tammy Peer

2021 Men’s Doubles Champions Bill Stark & Bruce Jamerson

2021 Tennis Women’s Division Participants (L to R) Cathy Taylor Deborah Miller, Judy Batts, Mary Joan Hansen, Dianne Litzenburger, Deborah Daoud, Mimi Geraghty, and Linda Minasian

2021 Men’s Pickleball Doubles Champions Bob Bowman and Dave Creamer

2021 Women’s Pickleball Doubles Champions (L to R) Carolyn Stark, Dianne Litzenburger, Elizabeth Furges-Jean, and Mary Lou McIlwraith

2021 Men’s Tennis Finalists (L to R) Bob Geppner, Bill Stark, Bruce Jamerson, and Ted Minasian

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Birchwood Outreach Fund We are all in this together! It is a team effort and with your donations to the Birchwood Outreach Fund you join many fellow Birchwood Country Club Members. Together, we partner with local organizations to make a difference in this community we all love. Let’s keep it going and build on our success. The Birchwood community and our partner organizations are very grateful for your support.

In 2021YTD, the Birchwood Outreach Fund has supported 9 local organizations, 3 of which are featured here: We helped provide housing through our support of the Northwest Michigan Habitat for Humanity. This year our Habitat for Humanity partner will provide new homes for the families of a teacher, a construction worker, a dental assistant, an employee of the Northwest Michigan Health Department and the employee of a property management company. Limited affordable housing is our area is a critical issue for workers and their families.

We helped provide the opportunity for youth to develop important life values and leadership skills through our support of the First Tee of Northern Michigan. 450 children participated in the program this year learning the game of golf and its important life values such as integrity, respect and perseverance. The program also hires 15 local students as coaches, who learn important leadership skills and job related responsibilities. Our 2021 donation allowed First Tee to update much needed software.

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We helped provide for women and families in jeopardy through our support of the Women’s Resource Center of Northern Michigan. The BOF 2021 grant is being used to improve security at a Safe House and the WRCNM main offices. The Safe House provides a temporary home for women and children of domestic abuse.

Due to the sometimes violent and unpredictable act of fleeing from an abuser, the security of the safe house is being enhanced with locks, secure windows and alarms.

The Center also provides many other resources, such as educational and employment services and a free preschool program.

Congratulations to all of the BOF donors!! Your contributions continue to make Birchwood a leading force helping to meet the needs of this community. The BOF Committee is proud to represent our current donors and applauds each of the new participating members joining the effort that will make a difference.

To contribute, please make checks payable to: Petoskey-Harbor Springs Area Community Foundation 616 Petoskey Street, Suite 203 Petoskey, Michigan 49770 Please remember to write in the memo line: "Birchwood Outreach Fund" Or go online to phsacf.org/giving/donate/ and be sure to indicate the donation is for the “Birchwood Outreach Fund” Thank you very much for helping to make a difference – Your Birchwood Outreach Committee.

Your Birchwood Outreach Fund Committee Nancy Baity, Jack Baker, Ron Baldwin, Connie Donovan, Carol Hanson, Jeff Higgs, Christine MacKenzie, Bob Peterson, Linda Rile

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SECURITY & EMS Security and EMS Greetings Birchwood Members, my name is Derek and I would like to introduce myself as the new Chief of Security and EMS here at Birchwood! I have been with the Birchwood Security Department since October 2020, and have extensive experience as an EMT and Law Enforcement, and I am also an EMS Instructor/ Coordinator. If I haven't had the pleasure of meeting you yet, please stop by the security office the next time you are at the Club! Recently, Jeremy Spencer, our former Chief of Security moved on from Birchwood to pursue other opportunities, and I am honored to step into the role of Security Chief. I would also like to take this time to introduce Patrick Morris as Assistant Chief of Security! Patrick has been with our department since February 2015, and will be of great assistance with the day -to-day responsibilities within the department.

It seems like just a couple of weeks ago we were welcoming everyone back to the Club and getting ready for a another great summer season. In the blink of an eye, summer has come to a close and members are preparing to leave for their winter destinations. Please remember to fill out the Winter Home Inspection forms before you leave for warmer climates! I sincerely hope everyone enjoyed this season as much as we did. It was good to see the Club active again.

On to the subject of COVID-19: the spread of COVID- 19 and the D Variant is starting to ramp up again. Communities and hospitals are seeing increased numbers throughout many states as well as locally in Emmet County. Our

EMS department received supplies from the state to help protect us while taking care of those who screen positive for COVID-19 such as disposable gowns, N-95 masks, and gloves. In the event you have a medical emergency and have to dial 911, the Dispatcher is going to ask questions to determine if there is a possibility of COVID-19 in the home, please take the time to answer these questions to help protect the responders coming to help you. These questions are being asked after an ambulance and Birchwood EMS has been dispatched, there will never be a delay in our response. Take the precautions mandated to keep everyone safe and healthy whether you are going to the store or travelling to destinations outside the area.

Remember, you can never be too cautious.

ACSC

The Architectural Control Committee remains very busy with seven homes under construction right now along with four homes and a 20 unit condominium project approved to start construction. There are also numerous home improvement projects taking place all over the property. This is exciting for Birchwood as our community is growing!

As always, review the Rules and Regulations to make sure your property meets the requirements of the POA. If you need a revised copy of the rules and regulations, please contact the Chief of Security or the Assistant Chief of Security to assist you.

Thank you, Derek Williams, Chief of Security & EMS derek@birchwoodcc.com (231)526-2166 ext 549

Website Redesign & Mobile App The Birchwood Website has been redesigned! Visit to check it out. Member login credentials will remain the same, along with all other profile information, payment information and active member reservations. More details coming soon on Birchwood’s new mobile app!

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Wednesday, October 13th Wednesday, October 27th Wednesday, November 10th Wednesday, December 1st Wednesday, December 15th

Wednesday, January 5th Wednesday, January 19th Wednesday, February 2nd Wednesday, February 16th

5:30pm Cocktails by Subscription 5:45pm Dinner Games start after dinner $23.00 ++ Per Person Euchre, Bridge, Tripoli, Poker

All Board Games Welcome!

Reservations required by noon the day prior to game night.

Please call 231-526-2166 to sign your team up.

Sunday, December 19th 10:00am - 2:00pm

$34.95++ for Adults • $14.95++ for Kids 5-12 Kids 4 & Under are free Santa Brunch Featuring Slow Roasted Carved Ribeye & Ham, Waffle & Omelette Station, Fruit Display and MORE! Reservations required

by NOON on Friday, December 17th Please call 231-526-2166

Cookie Decorating and Pictures with Santa in the Library!

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Greens Condominium Association

Restored Rock Wall After several years of neglect, the members of the Green’s Condominium Association (GCA) donated money to restore a major landscape feature on Greenway Drive.The large rock wall has several terraces to support evergreens, flowers and shrubs and is the main landscape feature on the west side of Greenway Drive.The purchase of over 100 plants, shrubs and flowers including hydrangeas, lilies, butterfly weed, mugo pines and annual flowers was orchestrated by newly elected GCA President, Dr. Robert Levy and wife, Cherie. Deer resistant plants were selected to provide color and interest, and perennials were disbursed throughout the wall to provide many years of enjoyment for residents and visitors. The irrigation was adjusted to sustain the plantings throughout the growing season. The members of the GCA are enjoying the restoration and encourage our neighbors to walk or drive by and admire the colorful rock wall.

Just another reason to enjoy Birchwood!

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Monday, December 27th • 5:00-9:00pm Holiday Buffet Featuring Slow Roasted Carved Ribeye, Fresh Cooked-to-Order Perch, Pizza & Pasta Stations and MORE! A la carte menu available $29.95++ for Adults • $14.95++ for Children (ages 5-12) Children 4 & Under are FREE

Sleigh Rides from 5:00-8:00pm

Bonfire during sleigh rides to keep you warm & toasty Reservations required by NOON on Thursday, December 23rd.

Please call 231-526-2166.

Casual Bar – first come, first serve

Frozen Soups & Comfort Meals To-Go COMFORT MEALS Beef Pasty, Mashed Potatoes & Mixed Vegetables

Serves

Price

1

$17.00

SOUPS (QUART)

Price

Chili

$11.00

Beef Barley

$11.00

Classic Meatloaf, Mashed Potatoes Mushroom Gravy, Peas & Carrots

2

$26.00

Split Pea & Ham

$9.00

Chicken & Dumplings

2

$24.00

Chicken & Rice

$9.00

12”

14”

Vegetable

$8.00

TAKE & BAKE PIZZAS Cheese

$12.00 $15.00

Pepperoni

$15.00 $18.00

Supreme

$16.00 $19.00

TO ORDER: Please call the Clubhouse at 231-526-2166 to place an order and check availability.

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NATURE’S NOTEBOOK

Baltimore Oriole A striking bird due to the flaming orange color along with black coloring that extends from the head into the back and wings.

The female is pale yellow and both have dark eyes and gray bills. The female builds a long sock-like nest than hangs from the outermost branches of a tall tree. Orioles nest in Michigan and then migrate to Florida, Central and South America. Diet consists of insects, fruit, and nectar. You can attract and Oriole by putting out an orange halves or grape jelly.

Submitted by Maryle Barbe

Birchwood’s

50th Birthday Next Summer August 13th, 2022 Club-Wide Birthday Party!

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Save the Date

Friday, December 31st, 2021 Stay tuned for more details such as New Year’s Eve specials and dining styles!

Plan to stay for a fireworks display to celebrate the New Year!

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Renters

Attention Birchwood homeowners please note that our rental policy has changed.

We ask all members that rent their home within Birchwood to please notify us.

Please contact Nancy in Accounting at (231) 526-2166 ext 521 or email AR@birchwoodcc.com

Welcome to Birchwood 24-Hour Cancellation Policy for the Grill Room

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24-Hour notice is now required for reservation cancellations in the Grill Room. Failure to cancel with 24notice will result in a $25.00 charge to the reserving Member, paid directly to the dining room server to make up for loss in gratuity.

Birchwood’s 24 Hour Cancellation Policy Cancellations for special events must be received at least 24 hours prior to the activity or the reserving Member will be charged 50% of the event charge.

Failure to cancel or not attend will result in a full charge (100%) for the event.

Birchwood’s 14 Day Cancellation Policy Cancellations for selected events and activities (for example, the Lecture Series) must be received at least 14 days prior to avoid having to pay a cancellation fee of 50% of the event charge. If a cancellation is received within 14 days of the event, and the opening is lled by another member who is on the wait list, no cancellation fee will be charged. Failure to cancel or attend will result in a full charge (100%) for the event.

Haiku for Summer's End Summer blossoms fade.

Apples ripen on the branch.

Soon the wood will burn.

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by Constance J. Grzanka

COMMUNITY CALENDAR Hayrides at Pond Hill Farm Through Sunday, October 24th Saturdays & Sundays Location: Pond Hill Farm, Harbor Springs Website: www.pondhill.com 41st Annual Apple Fest Friday, October 8th – Sunday, October 10th Location: Charlevoix Waterfront Website: www.visitcharlevoix.org Halloween Parade Friday, October 29th Location: Downtown Harbor Springs Website: www.harborspringschamber.com Ladies Night Out Thursday, November 11th – 14th Location: Downtown Harbor Springs Website: www.harborspringschamber.com Turkey Leg 5K Run/Walk Thursday, November 25th Location: Start line at Zorn Park, Harbor Springs Time: 9:00am Website: www.outtterharborsprings.com

Christmas in Indian River Friday, November 27th Location: Indian River Website: www.irchamber.com Charlevoix Parade & Tree Lighting Friday, November 26th Location: East Park, Charlevoix Website: www. visitcharlevoix.org Christmas Tree Lighting Friday, November 26th Location: Three Pines Studio, Cross Village Time: 5:30pm Website: www.threepinesstudio.com Harbor Springs Christmas Tree Lighting Saturday, November 27th Location: Downtown Harbor Springs Time: 6:30pm Website: www.harborspringschamber.com

*Dates and times subject to change.

Stafford's Downtown Petoskey Holiday Parade Saturday, November 27th Location: Downtown Petoskey Time: 6:00pm Website: www.petoskeydowntown.com Harbor Springs Holiday Open House Saturday, December 4th Location: Downtown Harbor Springs Time: 1:00-4:00pm Website: www.harborspringschamber.com Petoskey Holiday Open House Friday, December 3rd Location: Downtown Petoskey Time: 6:00-9:00pm Website: www.petoskeydowntown.com Petoskey Winter Weekend Friday, February 11th – 14th Location: Downtown Petoskey Time: 10:00-6:00pm Website: www.petoskeydowntown.com

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POTLUCKS Wednesday, October 20th Wednesday, November 3rd Wednesday, November 17th Wednesday, December 8th Wednesday, January 12th Wednesday, January 26th Wednesday, February 9th Wednesday, February 23rd $17.95++ Per Person 6:00pm

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Reservations are required by noon, the Monday prior to each Potluck. Please call 231-526-2166 for reservations and assignment of dish to share (Salad,Vegetable or Dessert) Reminder: Each dish should serve 12-15 people (a 9”x13” casserole dish is about right) Please do not bring serving utensils.

BWA BUZZ WELCOME New BWA Members

PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE It was so nice to be able to get together this summer and see friends and family again! We had well attended, successful events in June and July. Many thanks go to Renee McDuffee for chairing Christmas in June; Ronnie Higgs and Kathy Thompson for chairing the Progressive Dinner; and Carol Wren for chairing our July BWA Day Away.

Julie O’Conner Renee Radke Connie Jo Hamilton Carol Gluckman Peg Rohrkemper

Nancy Clark 2021 BWA President

Sue Barkhausen Debbi Forster Kathy Olmsted

Coming up are three events you won't want to miss.

On October 30th, please plan to join us for the Fall Progressive Dinner, chaired by Ronnie Higgs and Kathy Thompson; our Annual Christmas Cocktail Party is set for Thursday, December 9th, chaired by Jan Denning; and to elect BWA officers for the new year, please plan to join us on Thursday, January 27th for our Annual Changing of the Guard business meeting and luncheon.

I hope you’ll be able to attend these fun events!

Chris Trombley

Nancy Clark 2021 BWA President

May Vining

2021 BWA Ofcers & Board

President 1st VP 2nd VP Secretary Treasurer Membership Acts of Kindness Past President

Nancy Clark Claire Forney Renee McDuffee Jan Denning Carol Wren Laurie Glissman Sandra Gay Katie Gauthier

2021 Interest Groups & Contacts

If you know of anyone that would like to join the BWA, applications are available at the Clubhouse or on our website at www.birchwoodcc.com.

You may also contact Laurie Glissman, Membership Chair at lglissman@aol.com.

Bible Study – SP/S Bible Study Fellowship – F/W/SP Biking – SP/S/F Book Club – YR B.U.G. Day – 1xSP (Gardening) Casual Bridge – SP/S Cooking Class – SP/F/W Cross Country Ski – W Hiking – SP/S/F Mahjongg – YR Mixed Golf – SP/S Progressive Dinner – 2X Snowshoe – W Stitch & Sip – YR Wine Tasting – S

Pat Slebiska Barbara Young Joan Pennell Claire Forney Joanne Murphy Mary Cousino Ann Fertuck Joan Pennell Connie Grzanka Nancy Sarowski Laurie Glissman Liz Reynolds Ronnie Higgs Kathy Thompson Joan Pennell Christine MacKenzie Nancy Clark

nclark@charter.net peforney@gmail.com reneemcduffee@gmail.com jdenning88@gmail.com carolcwren@gmail.com lglissman@aol.com sandragay@charter.net mimikate48@mac.com slebiska@aol.com youngbarbara14@gmail.com joanpennell@me.com peforney@gmail.com jojomurphy@sbcglobal.net cousinomaryjean@gmail.com fertuckannie@gmail.com joanpennell@me.com connie.grzanka@gmail.com nsarowski@gmail.com lglissman@aol.com lreynolds@emreynolds.net ronnie.higgs95@gmail.com landk@charter.net joanpennell@me.com camackenzie1@gmail.com nclark@charter.net

Interest Group Key: YR-Year Round, SP-Spring, S-Summer, F-Fall, W-Winter, X-Times Per Year

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BIRCHWOOD WOMEN’S ASSOCIATION

BWA Book Club Tuesday, November 9th

Meet at Birchwood at 11:30 a.m. to have lunch and discuss Firekeeper's Daughter

by Angeline Boulley

BWA Christmas Cookie Exchange

Tuesday, December 7th More details to come!

Tuesday, December 14th

Meet at Birchwood at 11:30a.m. to have lunch and discuss This Is How It Always Is

by Laurie Frankel

Contact Claire Forney at 231-526-3919 or peforney@gmail.com Books are discounted 15% at Between the Covers in Harbor Springs

SAVE THE DATE

BWA Changing of the Guard

Thursday, January 27th BWA Business Meeting & Luncheon

BWA

BWA Mahjongg at the Club Tuesdays and Thursdays at 1:00pm in the Club Please contact Nancy Sarowski at or Gail Kozlowski at nsarowski@gmail.com for further information or to sign up for a teaching lesson.

All Birchwood women welcome.

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SAVE THE DATE

Hiking

Are you interested in hiking? If so, add your name to the email list so you will always be updated when the next hike is happening. Anyone can hike and is encouraged to come.

Email Connie Grzanka connie.grzanka@gmail.com to be added to the list.

SAVE THE DATE

Christmas Cocktail Party Thursday, December 9th at 6:00pm

Featuring: Beef Tenderloin & Shrimp Cocktail Cocktails by Subscription Reservations required, please contact the Clubhouse at 231-526-2166 for assignment of dish to share (hors d’oeuvre or dessert). Each dish should serve about 12 people.

Please do not bring utensils.

All members are welcome to attend!

Sip ‘n Stitch

Contact Christine MacKenzie at 248-312-8185 or camackenzie1@gmail.com Mondays 2:00-5:00pm Birchwood needlework enthusiasts meet at member’s homes for a time of friendship & creativity.

In consideration for everyone's safety and health, please do NOT plan on attending if you have not been vaccinated and the 2 week immunization period has not passed since your second shot.

Also, Pam is limiting the number of attendees for the safety and comfort of everyone, so please contact her early if you wish to attend!

Chaired by Jan Denning

Fall Progressive Dinner Saturday, October 30th • 6:00pm

Join the BWA for a dinner that "progresses" to member homes for various courses of the meal! We need a host home for both the appetizer and dessert portions of the meal that will accommodate 40 people. Individual participants will bring an appetizer or dessert to the appropriate home. Additionally, we need five host homes for the entrée portion of the meal. The entrée portion will be prepped in advance and delivered to each home. Each participant should save their receipts, as the cost will be divided up among the 40 of us. Drinks are BYOB. Space for this event is limited to 40 people so please call early to make a reservation and/or volunteer to host a segment of the dinner! COVID-19 Vaccination Required.

Contact Ronnie Higgs at 231-526-0112 or or Kathy Thompson at 231-526-0547 or landk@charter.net.

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We now offer landscape design to complement our retaining wall work!

NEW OR EXISITING HOMES • Refresh Gravel Drives • Retaining Walls

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• Complete Site Work • Septic Systems

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Northern Michigan Construction “Your Local Builder” Custom Quality Homes Architectural Services

(231) 526-9419 (231) 838-4381

Need Ofce Space?

We may have just what you are looking for!

Ofce space is now available for rent at the Holiday Vacation Rental/ Birchwood Realty Building at the M-119 (South Lake Shore Drive Entrance) to Birchwood Farms Golf and Country Club. Furnished ofces, shared conference room, and parking. Utilities included. Seasonal and annual leases available.

For information contact Jared Hammond at 231-242-0730 or email Birchwood@HolidayVacationRental.com

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Business Directory ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES FAH, Inc. was founded in 1986 by Frederick A. Hackl, AIA, NCARB, to provide residential and commercial architectural, interior design services to private homeowners, business and industry.

231-348-8624 - f_hackl@yahoo.com

ATTORNEYS James T. Ramer, Attorney Proud To Have Served Birchwood Since 1978 Corporate Law and Planning Ramer, Moore, Schmoll & Martin 231-526-6214 • www.rmsmlaw.net

BUILDERS/CONTRACTORS Adelaine Construction, Inc. CAPS, CGP Award winning, providing excellence in building and remodeling for over 30 years.

Custom - Luxury - Remodel - Log 8555 Commerce Court, Harbor Springs 231-439-0027 www.adelaineconstruction.com Northern Michigan Construction Custom Quality Homes Architectural Services “Your Local Builder” 231-526-9419 or 231-838-4381

CLEANING & MAINTENANCE Bay Area Clean Care specializes in Fine Area Rug Cleaning, Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning & Duct Cleaning. Restoration Services Include Water, Mold & Fire Clean-up. Est. 1981 Petoskey 231-347-7707 or 888-347-7707 www.bayareacleancare.com

HOME HEALTH CARE Angel Heart Home Care Let our professional staff provide care for your loved one in the comfort of their own home.

Call day or night 231-347-4800. www.angelhearthomecare.com

OUTFITTERS The Outfitter of Harbor Springs Outfitting your adventures since 1971.

Clothing, shoes, and outdoor gear for all seasons in Northern Michigan.

153 E. Main Street, Harbor Springs (231) 526-2621 www.outfitterharborsprings.com

PLUMBING/HEATING/ AIR-CONDITIONING Ballard’s Your comfort has been our business for over sixty years - Ballard’s Plumbing & Heating, 2111 E Mitchell Rd., Petoskey, MI 24 Hour Emergency Service - 231-753-2110 www.ballards-ph.com MacGregor Plumbing & Heating Air Conditioning & Geothermal The One You Can Recommend Since 1962 24 Hour Emergency Service 231-526-9633 • MacGregorPlumbing.com

PEST CONTROL Abent Pest Control North Serving Birchwood Since 1984 231-526-2847 – Fax 231-348-7081 Email: abentpest@sbcglobal.net

HARDWARE

RENTALS

Meyer Ace Hardware 1030 State Road, Fairview Square More than just a full line hardware and lawn & garden store. We also carry premium products from Weber,Yeti, Oakley, Green Egg, Scotts, Traeger and Stihl.

231-526-6288 • www.acehardware.com

Holiday Vacation Rentals Cottage, condo, and fine home vacation rentals in Northern Michigan. Rentals ideal for families, reunions, girlfriend’s getaways, golf and beachfront vacations. On-Site Rentals Office 231-242-0730 info@holidayvacationrental.com

REAL ESTATE Birchwood Realty On-Site Sales Office 231-242-1818 info@birchwoodrealty.com Jill Kimble, Realtor Serving Birchwood Buyers and Sellers since 2008 Coldwell Banker Schmidt Realtors 172 E. Main, Harbor Springs, MI 49740 231-313-2849 jill.kimble@cbgreatlakes.com Joy Labadie, MBA Realtor Berkshire Hathaway Northern Michigan 102 E Main Street, Harbor Springs Cell: 231-215-7955 Office: 231-526-9800 Email: joylabadie@bhhsmi.com Lee Ford Coldwell Banker Schmidt Realty Licensed Resort & Second Home Specialist.

172 East Main Street, Harbor Springs, MI 49740 248-229-6490 (cell) email: Lee.Ford@cbgreatlakes.com www.LeeFordRealEstate.com Sally Brumleve, MBA, Associate Broker/Realtor® Real Estate Sales and Owner Vacation Rental Aquisitions, Birchwood Realty/Holiday Vacation Rentals.

6789 S. Lake Shore Drive, Harbor Springs 231-753-9316 • sally@birchwoodrealty.com Sandra Gay, Realtor Berkshire Hathaway Specializing in Birchwood Properties 102 E. Main Street, Harbor Springs 231-526-9800 E-mail: sandragay@charter.net www.bhhsmi.com Sue Ellen Stuits/Birchwood Resident Coldwell Banker Schmidt Realty 172 E Main Street, Harbor Springs, MI 49740 530-307-8417 cell sueellen.stuits@cbgreatlakes.com

RENTALS

Tell the members of Birchwood about your business and services.

Advertise in Birchwood Country Life for as low as $79.00 per issue!

Contact Emma Aown for details. 231-526-2166 ext. 538 • emma@birchwoodcc.com

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B IRCHWOOD F ARMS G O L F & C O U NT RY C L U B

6 0 0 B I R C H WO O D D R I V E H A R B O R S P R I N G S , M I 4 9 74 0

NEW

Downtown Harbor

ACTIVE

$665,000

2BR Bay Street Cottage with luxury custom finishes and walkability to the beach and downtown. (MLS# 466367)

NEW

Acreage

$7,200,000

One-of-a-kind 5BR/6BA home plus 3BR/2BA guest house on LIttle Traverse Bay near Harbor Point. (MLS# 461933)

ACTIVE

$49,900

Secluded 2 acre parcel in western Pellston completely surrounded by huge parcels and state land. (MLS# 466544)

SOLD

Harbor Springs

Waterfront

ACTIVE

Water View

$475,000

$67,000

Amazing 1 acre building site on M-119 Tunnel of Trees including trimming rights and building plans! (MLS# 465225)

Petoskey Condo

$6,997,000

Spectacular 5BR/6BA home on Little Traverse Bay. TImeless, maintained custom finishes inside & out. (MLS# 463525)

SOLD

SOLD

Thoughtfully renovated, 2BR/2BA log cabin in town, near the schools. Chic, high-end finishes and design. (MLS# 465897)

Waterfront

ACTIVE

Downtown Harbor

$410,000

$2,350,000

Gorgeous 5BR/7BA colonial near Harbor Point. Pristine custom finishes throughout. (MLS#465985)

Harbor Springs

Varies

Building sites available with shared, private community beach on Lake Michigan. Located in Surfwood.

SOLD

SOLD

Pristine end unit of a beautiful log cabin triplex tucked in the woods alongside the state park and bike trail. (MLS#465939)

Water Access

Harbor Springs

$556,000

Charming, renovated 3BR/2BA bungalow in town, on the bluff. Large backyard on a private lot. (MLS# 465880)

SOLD

$350,000

Expansive 40 acres and 3 BR/2BA ranch home. Vaulted ceilings, picture windows, and covered deck (MLS#465539)

Harbor Springs

$60,000

Ideal 4.2 acre building site in the rolling countryside.

Wooded with cleared meadow (MLS# 465679)