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November 2010
CONGRATULATIONS
2010 LADIES’ SHOOTOUT
Celebrity Chef Night
Runner-up Joan Weaver and Champion, Eileen Jango
I want to thank all the Members who supported the first Celebrity Chef night. It was a lot of fun and a lot of work to make the menu work. I especially enjoyed working with Chef Victor on the preparation of the entrees, however I don’t plan on giving up my day job as some of you suggested. I wish Jim Houle well when he takes on the Celebrity Chef role and would ask for everyone to support him as you did me. Finally, someone asked me if I would be included to do it again. I replied that I would love to do it again in 2020! Thank you again, Ed Rogers
Happenings CLUB STAFF
DAVID COURT, CGCS Director of Golf Course Maintenance dcourt@blackdiamondranch.com 746.0404 DIANNE DUNNIGAN Club Concierge ddunnigan@blackdiamondranch.com p: 746.3440 f: 746.2706 PEGGY GLEASON Accounting pgleason@blackdiamondranch.com 746.0254 LYNN JANSON Head Golf Professional ljanson@blackdiamondranch.com 746.3446 VICTOR LUZARRAGA Executive Chef vluzarraga@blackdiamondranch.com 746.3449 MICHAEL MOORE General Manager mmoore@blackdiamondranch.com 746.3440 MARY NAPOLITANO Fitness Center mnapolitano@blackdiamondranch.com 746.3385 KERRY ROSSELET Membership Director krosselet@blackdiamondranch.com 746.4000 MERIDETH ROSSETTI Food & Beverage Director mrossetti@blackdiamondranch.com 746.3440 JENNIFER STAUFF POA Manager jennifer.ncpm@wildblue.net 465.6933 LINDA STEVENS Executive Assistant lstevens@blackdiamondranch.com p: 746.3440 f: 746.4319 MARINA TAYLOR Black Diamond Club, Inc. mtaylor@blackdiamondranch.com 746.4000 page 2
David Court, CGCS Director of Golf Course Maintenance
Our overseeding procedures should be wrapping up with the back nine of the Ranch Course when this article is published. So far the weather has cooperated and the results of the Highlands Course have turned out great. I am anticipating the same results for the Quarry and the Ranch as long as the weather continues to be “Chamber of Commerce” perfect. The total success of the overseeding program will depend on golf play and the adherence to proper etiquette. By this, I mean filling of divots with the proper divot sand, repairing ball marks, and raking bunkers. Excuse me if I am getting repetitive, but it doesn’t hurt to mention this occasionally. In November, we will be visited by our wildflower experts again and adding to the inventory throughout the
courses. What flowers came up last spring should be more beautiful with the reseeding from the flowers, which died off and add seed to the ground. The wildflower program is part of a grant from the wildflower coop which offered to use Black Diamond in their research work on what works best in the golf course environment. As always, should you have any comments for golf maintenance that you would like to share with me, I am open for any discussion and will try to accommodate requests as long as they are in the best interest of the Club, and within the budgetary guidelines. I do hold safety meetings with the staff and bring up information that may pertain to the betterment of our Golf Course Maintenance operation. See you on the course.
Welcome
New Black Diamond Members
Rick & Suzy Dixon from Tampa, FL Jonathan Graham from Tampa, FL Michael & Carlotta Neal from Apollo Beach, FL Douglas & Michelle Reeb from Crystal River, FL Rhett & Stella Simpson from Tampa, FL
Stirrups N Strides
A special ‘Thank You’ to all the Members who supported and played in the 1st Annual “Stirrups N Drives” golf outing at Rainbow’s End Golf Club. The turnout and support from our Membership was amazing and greatly appreciated.
Over $7,000 was raised for this very special cause! Jim & Laney McGivern
BLESSINGS IN A BACKPACK The Black Diamond Jr. Volunteer Corp. (BDJVC) The Black Diamond Jr. Volunteer Corp. would like to thank everyone who donated peanut butter for “Blessings in a Backpack.” We collected 430 pounds! Thank you!
WHO WE ARE: We are middle school and high school students. WHAT WE ARE DOING: We have “Adopted A Highway” on CR486 with two miles to maintain. Volunteered with Habitat for Humanity. This is actually fun! Once a month we pack the backpacks for “Blessings in a Backpack,” the program that provides weekend nutrition for elementary kids that otherwise would go hungry. COMING UP: Volunteer “Make A Difference Day,” Daystar for food drive, November’s Thanksgiving Alliance with BD Foundation members. JUST FOR FUN: Geocaching! “Cache in and trash out” out by the caves!
Not pictured Roy Dela Cruz and Andrea Dela Cruz
WE WELCOME NEW MEMBERS! Please email us at BDJVC@live.com Danie Ronzo, Lexi Moore, Tucker Henderson page 3
I will miss leading you on Tuedays, but I am looking forward to handing the reins over to Nancy Richards and her team.
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I want to particularly thank my general board and special committee chairs who did an excellent job in performing their duties. I want to thank the Executive Committee for their time and combined efforts in making us such a strong organization. The Black Diamond staff, including pro shop, course management, and clubhouse staff, all contributed to help make our weekly Tuesdays events go off, for the most part without a hitch (you can’t control the weather)!
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It has been a very quick year as your President. We grew to 164 members which shows how supportive the Black Diamond ladies are for their organized golf. I think the men envy us our numbers!!
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LADIES’ DAY EVENTS NOV. 2 - Season Opening – Team: Nassau NOV. 9 - Individual: Stableford NOV. 16 - No Ladies’ Day NOV. 23 - Team: Turkey Shamble (pick your own foursome) NOV. 30 - Team: 2 Best Balls
INVITATIONALS NOV. 1, 2010 - Sugar Mill Woods “Sugar and Spice” NOV. 3, 2010 The Club at Eaglebrooke “Chips Ahoy Ladies’ Invitational” benefiting Heartland for Children NOV. 4, 2010 - Isla del Sol Homecoming & Thanksgiving Invitational
NEW BDLGA 2010-2011 OFFICERS
NOV. 6, 2010 Charity Scramble benefiting Shepherd of the Hills Episcopal Church at Seven Rivers Country Club
PRESIDENT Nancy Richards
NOV. 8-9, 2010 Citrus Hills G&CC and Skyview at Terra Vista Harvest Invitational
VICE PRESIDENT Marie-Anne Salvio
NOV. 11-12, 2010 - Cypress Run – Hollins Creek Challenge NOV. 16, 2010 - Country Club of Ocala “Turkey Shoot-Out”
TREASUER Pat Pierce
NOV. 30, 2010 - Citrus Springs Mistletoe and Holly at Citrus Springs
SECRETARY Cathy Cipolla
DEC. 2, 2010 - Rio Pinar Holiday Tournament DEC. 2, 2010 - Glen Lakes Christmas Tournament DEC. 2, 2010 - Golden Hills “Fairy Tale Christmas”
More to come from New President, Nancy Richards, in the December Happenings.
DEC. 1, 2010 - Citrus Springs Mistletoe and Holly at Lakeside
MAR. 26-27, 2011 - Sugar Mill Woods Member/Guest APR. 11, 2011 - Southern Woods Magnolia Invitational
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Golf News
by Lynn Janson. PGA Professional
As you all know by now, we have established the Black Diamond Golf Committee which meets monthly in order to discuss and advise on many issues. Schedules have been set for 2011 and many major issues are being addressed. The Golf Committee can be contacted at golfcommittee@blackdiamondranch.com. We want to remind you of the Friday, November 12th “Demo Day.” Not only will several equipment companies be represented, but Country Club Cars will also be in attendance demonstrating the EZGO golf car. Also, don’t forget the Diamond College Bowl (our 3rd annual event) on Thursday, November 11th on the Ranch Course. Be a loyal fan and support your favorite college team. Sign up is on the bulletin board outside of the Golf Shop. Finally, the all-important Senior Super-Senior Championships for both men and women will take place Tuesday and Wednesday, November 16th and 17th. Members of all handicaps are invited and encouraged to participate.
Congratulations Hole-in-One Special thanks to all the participants of the 2010 Diamond Cup.
George Buck Hole-In-One on #5 of the Ranch Course on Tuesday, October 5th. Witnessed by Randy Brahe and Peter Perry.
Ellen Hinsenkamp Hole-In-One on #5 of the Ranch Course on Sunday, October 17th. Witnessed by Rebecca Nery, Pat Papp, and Nancy Manafort.
Dick Schatz Hole-In-One on #5 of the Ranch Course on Friday, October 15th. Witnessed by Randy Brahe, Leo Ryo and Bill Rueff.
An exciting competition took place with victory going to the Joines team!
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The Holidays at Black Diamond Friday, November 12, 2010
Season Opening Celebration Sunday, November 14th
Boutique Noel Thursday, November 25th
Thanksgiving Celebration Tuesday, November 30th
Clubhouse Opens for the Holidays
Throughout the day enjoy holiday cookies, eggnog & wassail Sunday, December 5th & Tuesday, December 7th
Black Diamond Chorale Performs Friday, December 17th
Annual Holiday Dinner & Dance
This is Black Diamond’s signature holiday dining event. Jackets and holiday attire requested Sunday, December 19th
Brunch with Santa Wednesday, December 29th
An Evening with Jimmie Rodgers
Singer, Songwriter - with hits “Honeycomb” & “Kisses Sweeter Than Wine” Friday, December 31st
New Year’s Eve Celebration
Ring in the New Year…Black Diamond style
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November Calendar of Events SUNDAY
MONDAY
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Lunch Schedule
Ladies Bible Study 9:30am
TUESDAY
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Ladies’ Day
Mahjong
Daily
11 am - 3 pm
12:30 pm
A la Carte
5:30 – 7:30 pm
CLUB CLOSED
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BLACK DIAMOND FOUNDATION MEETING - 8:30 AM
Breakfast
8:30 - 11:00 am
Breakfast
8:30 - 11:00 am
Boutique Noel 4:00 - 7:00 pm followed by A la Carte dining
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Ladies Bible Study 9:30am
Family Night Dining
Spaghetti & Meatballs
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Ladies Bible Study 9:30am
A la Carte
5:30 – 7:30 pm
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Ladies’ Day
Mahjong
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Breakfast
8:30 - 11:00 am
No Dinner Service
CLUB CLOSED
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Ladies Bible Study 9:30am
4 HAPPY HOUR 4:30 - 6:30 pm
BRIDGE - 6:30 PM
A la Carte
5:30 – 7:30 pm
30 Ladies’ Day Clubhouse Opens for the Holidays
Mahjong 12:30 pm
CLUB CLOSED
A la Carte
5:30 – 7:30 pm
FRIDAY
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No Dinner Service
Trivia Night
SATURDAY
6 A la Carte
5:30 – 7:00 pm Phantastic Sounds 8:30 - 11:30 pm
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Poolside Happy Hour with Kokomo Chris 4:30 -6:30 pm
SLIDE BOTTOM GIN 6:30 PM
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HAPPY HOUR 4:30 - 6:30 pm
12:30 pm
5:30 - 6:30 pm
THURSDAY
11
BINGO - 6:30 PM BRIDGE - 6:30 PM
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HAPPY HOUR 4:30 - 6:30 pm
12
COLLEGE BOWL GOLF OUTING
Season Opening Celebration
BARBECUE AND 50’S & 60’S DANCE MUSIC
6:00 to 9:00 pm
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Reading & Discussion Group - 4pm
SENIOR/SUPER SENIOR SOCIAL COMMITTEE MEETING - 3PM CHAMPIONSHIP A LA CARTE
12:30 pm
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8:30 - 11:00 am
5:30 – 7:30 pm
Mahjong CLUB CLOSED
21 Breakfast
Clubhouse closes at 3pm for Holiday Decorating
A la Carte
Mahjong - 12:30 pm CLUB CLOSED
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Ladies’ Day The Jewel
Ladies Bible Study 9:30am
HAPPY HOUR 4:30 - 6:30 pm
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WEDNESDAY
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No Dinner Service
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DINING with Celebrity Chef Jim Houle 5:30–7:00 pm
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Thanksgiving Celebration
NAME THAT TUNE 6:30 PM
No Dinner Service
No Dinner Service
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26 Movie on the Fairway No Dinner Service
No Dinner Service
Reading & Discussion Group
In “The House at Riverton” by Kate Morton, a former maid for the Ashbury family keeps the family’s secrets until in her twilight years a young filmmaker questions her how the poet really died that night and why the Ashbury sisters never again spoke to each other. The book club discussion will take place when it meets on November 18th at 4:00 pm in the boardroom. Contact Faeth Houle for more information. The selection for December is The Hotel at the Corner of Bitter and Sweet by Jamie Ford.
Trivia Night Winners - October 7th 1st Place: Here for the Beer
2nd Place Tie: Wolfpack
3rd Place: Trivialities
$156.00 split
$109.20 split
$46.80 split
Dennis & Kathleen Kelly Lad Menorca Ed & Elyse Serra Glenn & Beth Smith Bob & Jeannie Stock
Charles & Linda Daly Eric & Carol Hirsch Mark Wolfman & Marie Anne Salvio
Randy & Ellie Brahe Mike & Jan Carter Donald & Jewel Hasek Graham Lister Peter & Anne Perry page 7
NATURE NEWS - Bob Hylen
Hours of Operation
What a beautiful time of year on the Nature Trail. In the morning beautiful sunrises, and in the evening sunsets. Fall flowers and trees are adding color to your walk. Pyracantha, Tallowood, Goldenrod, Beauty Berrys, Groundsel, and Green Peas are everywhere. Enjoy!
Driving Range Monday – Saturday 7:00 am – 5:00 pm Sunday 7:30 am – 5:00 pm
Golf Shop
Monday – Sunday 7:00 am – 5:00 pm ForeTees Internet 24-Hour Access
Tennis Courts
Monday – Sunday 7:00 am – 9:00 pm Clinics Wednesday – 9:00 am Saturday – 3:30 pm Beauty Berr
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Monday, Wednesday & Friday 5:00 am – 7:00 pm Tuesday & Thursday 5:00 am – 8:00 pm Saturday & Sunday 8:00 am – 1:00 pm
Bobcat kitten
Green Peas
photo courtesy of Jessie Nalley, Golf Course Maintenance
Tallowood
Black Diamond Paddlers Take to the Water The new paddle season begins with a paddle on Friday morning, November 5th. If the migrating birds are back, we will begin with Lake Rousseau on the Withlacoochee River west of Dunnellon. Two additional paddles are scheduled for Thursday, November 18th and Friday, December 3rd. Destinations will include Lake Panosoffkee, Ozello or another segment of the Withlacoochee River. The paddles take place in the mornings in November and December, in the afternoons in January and February and back to the mornings in March and April. Aardvark Florida’s Kayak Company in Crystal River will provide rental boats and Matt, an experienced kayaker and marine biologist, will serve as our guide. We will be offering two levels of paddles. The first level will be appropriate for all, including advanced
beginners. The second will consist of longer paddles that may require a car shuttle for more advanced paddlers. If you are new to kayaking, we ask that you take a two hour introductory lesson with Matt at Aardvark or at Kayaks and Beyond, also in Crystal River, before you join Black Diamond paddles. This is for your safety and comfort on the water. Matt and Susan would also like to invite everyone to a paddlers’ picnic in Wallace Brook Park in Inverness on Saturday, November 13th beginning at 9AM. Bring a chair, a picnic lunch and cookies to swap. Paddling is available on the lake, if you want to bring a kayak. Paddling announcements are sent out via email. If you haven’t received an email in October and would like to join the group, send a request to be placed on the list to susanhpratt@aol.com.
Horizons
Breakfast Sunday 8:30 am – 11:00 am Lunch Tuesday – Sunday 11:00 am – 3:00 pm Dinner See November Calendar, page 7 Take-Out Window Tuesday-Sunday 11:00 am – 3:00 pm
Men’s Lounge
Tuesday – Friday 12:00 noon – 12:00 midnight Saturday 12:00 noon – 4:00 pm