October / 2013
On Course The Bandits—Who Began It All It’s the oldest group in the Club and still going strong. The Bandits dates back to the early 1950s, started so that men could show up for a game of golf without worrying about finding others to play with. While Leo’s Group has a similar objective, that is a weekday group. The Bandits play on Wednesday mornings at 9:00 but also on Saturday and holidays at 9:00, so that more men who are not available during the week have an opportunity to play. Bill Allen, who has been a member of the Club since 1966, remembers those early days well. “I joined the Club because of the Bandits,” he said. “The group was started by a dentist, Howard Millen; a doctor, who we just knew as Doc Trip; and a restaurant owner, (continued on page 3)
The Bandits gather prior to tee-off. Left to right: Dr David Campbell, Jim Cotter, Mal Robertson, Dr Lou Anastasia and Dr. Bill Adams.
From the General Manager Dear Woods Hole Members… All in all, it’s been a terrific summer! Member feedback about the extended Clubhouse hours and the better food and service has been very encouraging, and we intend to keep improving! So, let’s get going with more good times. Café menu and Clubhouse Hours… October 15 to December 31 This year, you will be able to enjoy full hours through December 31. As you know, the Club has always had spotty hours during the shoulder seasons, but the time has come for the membership to enjoy a full menu with full service seven days a week. Since the membership overwhelmingly appreciated the consistent hours of operation every day during the season, the Board has approved our plan to stay open from 11:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. (instead of 9:00) through December 31. The difference is a change in menu. We will have fewer entrée items and will concentrate on daily specials as well as those menu items that members prefer. We call it the Café menu, and it will save labor without sacrificing quality, service or portion size. That’s all good! Please check it out on the website, and let me know what you think. Next season we will certainly return to a larger menu! As always, we appreciate reservations, but they are not required. Thanksgiving Dinner To Go…We’re going to try it! I have floated this idea with many members, and the support has been terrific, so we’ll try it! It’s all about making your holiday simpler, and it works like this: • Order your family meal for four (or more) before the Monday before Thanksgiving, and you can pick it up either Wednesday afternoon or Thursday morning! Such a deal! • Here’s the best of New England for only $65: * 12–14 pound Roasted Turkey * Turkey Gravy and Cranberry Sauce * Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes * Roasted Butternut Squash * Steamed Broccoli (continued on page 2)