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SSUE 3 VOLUME 3 I
J U LY - A U G U S T, 2 0 1 5
Saturday, July 4th 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Caesar Salad, Potato Salad, Pasta Salad, BBQ Baby Back Ribs, BBQ Pulled Chicken, Bratwurst with Peppers and Onions, Frankfurters with Sauerkraut, Hamburgers, Turkey Burgers, Veggie Burgers, Creamy Alfredo Pasta with Broccoli, Corn on the Cob, Assortment of Fruits, Cakes, Pies, Cookies, Ice Creams, and Sno-Cone Adults: $35++ RESERVATION REQUIRED Children 6-11: $15++ 301-249-6100 ext. 203 or Children 5& under: $5++ clubconcierge@ccwoodmore.com Kid's Entertainment: Moon Bounce
IN THIS ISSUE Letter from the General Manager • New Members & Club Events Summer Tennis Events • New Membership Programs
GENERAL MANAGER News
From the General Manager’s Desk Dear Woodmore Member,
As a membership update, the Club’s membership has continued with positive growth and now totals 572
Thank you for choosing The Country Club at Woodmore
Members strong! With your help, we will continue on
as your recreational home and for being a Member. Your
this upward path and further secure the Club’s future.
decision to call the club your home is a decision that we
In those efforts, starting July 1st, we will have a new
recognize and very much appreciate each and every day.
addition to the membership team here at the club. Ms. Tamara Kemp, Membership Ambassador, will join Ms.
As discussed previously, we have a continued commitment
Sarah Novak, Director of Membership, to help in our
in upgrading facilities and adding amenities and
efforts to achieve our membership goals for 2015. Ms.
programming in efforts to further position Woodmore
Kemp will be reaching out to the membership in the
as a premier fine private club in the Washington D.C.
very near future, to introduce herself, so please look for
community. A few of the projects recently completed or
her.
nearing completion include: The Country Club at Woodmore’s mission is to provide Golf Course
an exceptional level of service and create the very best
• New Cooler Houses and Trash Receptacles
club experience, each and every day, for its Members.
• Additional Irrigation Coverage
As always, please let me know how I or we may be of
Clubhouse
assistance in any way.
• Palmer Grill Enhancements and Television Upgrades • Expanded and Enhanced Food and Beverage Turn
Warm Regards,
Operations Pool • Replaster Main Pool and Wading Pool Surfaces • Children friendly area on the lower level Jon Vodehnal While this list is not the complete list, we will continue to address additional items throughout this year and into the future, to continue to add value to your membership, each and every time you visit the club.
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General Manager
MEMBERSHIP News
NEW MEMBERS From the Director of Membership’s Desk Hello Woodmore Family, I feel like it was just a week ago that I was introducing myself to you. Can you believe it’s been four whole months since I started my role here at Woodmore? We have had 37 new members join in that timeframe! It has been such a great experience getting to know all the new members as well as familiarizing myself with members that have been a part of The Woodmore Family for years. I would like to thank you all for welcoming me with open arms! While we have had a strong membership drive so far- I am asking you to ask yourself: • Who would I like to golf with? • Who would I like to have next to me, relaxing at the pool? • Who would I like to dine with? • Who would I like to rally with on the Tennis Courts? Remember: Members who refer their friends, receive a free month of dues in the membership department plus points that go toward the Ambassador program for the once in a lifetime trip to Crush in Napa Valley! Our leaders at this time are Sherman Ragland & Colleen Morton! Great job! For our Social Members we have an Upgrade Plan in place that will allow you to upgrade your Social Membership to a Golf Membership at a discount of $1,500 off your Initiation upgrade fee. We have also launched Woodmore resident specific initiation rates. If you know of anyone that lives in the Woodmore area that has been talking about membership, please introduce them to me by phone at 301-249-6100 ext. 211 or by email at snovak@ ccwoodmore.com. Once they join, you will receive Ambassador Points and you will have more friends here to experience the club! Here’s to a great summer full of memories!
Sarah
It is with great pleasure that i announce the new members: Mr. Edmund Green Ms. Valeria Tomlin Mrs. Donna McClurkin-Fletcher Mr. Gavin Stokes Mrs. Ella Gilliam Mr. Sherman Ragland I Mr. frank Valdivieso Mr. Derrick Bailey Mr. Les Bailey Mrs. Maureen Smith Mr. Michael Durso Mr. Constantine McGriff Mrs. Elizabeth Moran Mr. Walter Lukken Mr. Robert Holifield Mr. Ronald Floyd Mrs. Maury Stern Mr. Jeffery Schinnerer Mr. Olufunmilola “Toks” Pedro Mr. John Hulede Mr. Ben Secundy Mrs. Sheryl Stradford Mr. Vince Hurley Mr. Sean Hailey Mr. Curtis DePass Mr. Daniel Biagas Mr. Vincent Biagas Mr. Royce “Ross” Eley Mr. John “JM” Guthrie Mr. Damon McFarland Mr. Anthony Carvana Mr. Arthur Polk Mr. Rawles M. Wilcox Dr. Edwin Chapman Mr. William Roach Jr. Mr. Alexandr Tolstoy Mr. Jacob Streit
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MEMBERSHIP News
Country Club at Woodmore
Ambassador Program Concept: For members to be an ambassador
for the Country Club at Woodmore- to invite their friends, co-workers, family and networking colleagues to become members of the club to work towards a once in a lifetime experience.
Procedure: For each current Woodmore member that connects the Membership Director to a potential member that joins, the current member will receive points per joining member for the “Race to Napa�. This point system will be back dated to January 1, 2015 and will run through December 31, 2015. The following points will be given to Golf & Social membership. 3 Points for Golf Membership 1 Point for Social Membership Points for the current member will be recognized on the join date of the new member to the Woodmore Family.
Special Note: In qualification, the Membership
www.emeraldgreensresort.com Greetings Concert Golf Family, Emerald Greens Condo Resort is a boutique property featuring 50 condo suites. Each of our suites is approximately 1,100 square feet in size and features 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. (They can be configured to 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom condos by locking off the guest bedroom and bathroom.) They also come with a full kitchen, private balcony, separate living and dining areas, 3 flat screen televisions, memory foam bedding, high speed internet and so much more! Also, all guests of our resort have full access to enjoy the amenities of Carrollwood Country Club. This includes 27 holes of championship golf, 8 tennis courts, a junior Olympic-sized swimming pool, state of the art fitness center and first class dining. As a member of the Concert Golf Family, you are eligible for discounted nightly room rates at Emerald Greens! The Concert Golf Member Nightly Rate is: $169 + tax for a 2 bedroom condo and $159 + tax for a 1 bedroom condo. (Please note that these rates are good from now until the end of the calendar year.)
Director must have been introduced prior to the potential member joining by the current member and the current members name must be included on the Membership Contract as the sponsoring member.
If you would like assistance making a reservation or if I can provide you with any further information please feel free to contact me anytime.
Prize: The overall winner with the most points
Brent Pope General Manager Emerald Greens Condo Resort
will receive a once in a lifetime trip to Napa, California to be taken in September 2016- during the Crush Season.
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Warm Regards, Brent
MEMBERSHIP News
ETIQUETTE PROGRAM From the Director of Banquet & Catering Desk SPLASHDOWN
Summertime is upon us and pool season is well under way! There is no better way to make a splash this season than by hosting your pool party here at the Country Club at Woodmore. We are excited about our new pool party menus and with the pool season being extended through September 27, there are still dates available! Here are a few details about Pool Parties at Woodmore: Members do not pay a rental fee Pool parties can be held Wednesday – Sunday from 11am – 7pm or 7pm – 10pm for private pool parties Club members will have full access to the pool during events that take place prior to 7pm. Summer is also the time for family reunions and gatherings with friends. For events of 10 to 200 people, let the Country Club at Woodmore be the venue for your next meeting, party, or special event.
CHRISTMAS IS JULY
It’s never too late to book your holiday party! November and December are filling fast! Whether it’s your company’s Holiday Extravaganza or a gathering of family and friends for Christmas, Kwanzaa or Hanukkah, you can offer the CC Woodmore experience to show them the happiest holiday ever.
WEDDING BELLS
Did you know that the average couple books their wedding venue at least one year in advance? Let the Country Club at Woodmore help you plan a wedding with you written all over it. From the start of your day in our luxurious bridal suite to the final cutting of the cake, we will assist you each step of the way to making your wedding dream a reality. From inspiration to last-minute details, we’ve got you covered. Interested in learning more, contact me to schedule a tour and rediscover why The Country Club at Woodmore is the perfect venue for your next event!
Thank You, Nakia Wilson
Country Club at Woodmore and Crystal Bailey from The Etiquette Institute of Washington is offering a series of Etiquette workshops. The workshops are a four series workshop for children ages from 7-16 where they will learn the proper etiquettes of Back to School, Holidays, Netiquette, and Dining. Crystal L. Bailey, Director of The Etiquette Institute of Washington is an experienced etiquette and protocol consultant who specializes in training for children and young adults. She is dedicated to helping everyone from children to business professionals improve their protocol, networking and dining etiquette skills. Recognized for her fresh and modern approach, Bailey is called upon for her expertise by Fortune 500 companies and national media outlets to include the BBC, CNN and New York Magazine. Through the Institute, Bailey has partnered with numerous organizations to include Girl Scouts of the USA, Jack & Jill of America, Alexandria City, Fairfax County and Montgomery County Public Schools.
Back-To- School Etiquette: Sunday, August 9th 2015 Back- To- School workshop will cover how to make a great first impression, how to introduce yourself, poise and posture, interacting with peers and teachers, class room etiquette and body language.
Holiday Etiquette: Sunday, October 11th 2015
Our Holiday Etiquette Workshop will include table setting, fine dining, gift giving, being a guest & host, RSVPs, thank you notes & an attitude of gratitude.
Netiquette: Sunday, December 6th 2015
The Netiquette workshop will teach about internet safety, social media, cyberbullying, digital communications, email, texting and cell phone etiquette.
Dining Etiquette: Friday, March 18th 2016
In the Dining out workshop, children will learn the basic rules of dining etiquette. This workshop will include navigating the menu, using a napkin, Silent serve code, buffets vs. plated dinners and will also go over the top 10 mistakes that is most commonly made.
Each workshop is 2 hours long and is $75 per class or $270 for all 4 classes. Reservation required spark@ccwoodmore.com or 301-2496100 ext. 203
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G ENERAL FOOD & BMANAGER EVERAGE News News
From the Food & Beverage Directors Desk Dear Members of Woodmore, Wow!! What a great start to the season. With the introduction of the new menu, we have seen a huge increase in traffic to the dining room. We have been receiving some great reviews and are more than thrilled that everyone is enjoying the menu offerings. Some of you have expressed your concerns about the dress code and what’s acceptable and what is not. Just to reiterate and confirm; resort casual is the rule, inappropriate dress is as follows: • • • • • • • • • •
Commercial Uniform Cut-off Shorts Tank Tops Strapless Tops Halter or bare midriff tops Tube tops Tee Shirts Undershirts Shoes with metal spikes Caps, hats, and visors are not permitted to be worn in the clubhouse.
Also, most importantly with the opening of the pool, no swim attire is allowed in the clubhouse or on the patio; ladies and Gentleman must be completely covered up. Please do not forget to mark your calendar with the following clubhouse events. Fourth of July Cookout- July 4th Labor Day Pool party-Sept 7th If there is anything you may need please do not hesitate contact me at lthomas@ccwoodmore.com or (301)292-6100 ext 207.
It’s Always My Pleasure Serving You, LaShelle Thomas
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SAVE THE DATE Fourth of July Cookout July 4th BBQ 12PM - 5PM
Date Night July 16
Women’s Member/ Guest August 8
Labor Day Pool party Sept 7th
Men’s Invitational September 24-26
Accounting News
From the Accounting Desk Dear Members of Woodmore, I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your support of the Club. I would also like to provide answers to some of the most frequently asked questions that we receive in the accounting department, listed below. As always, please feel free to contact Sherri Maslanik, Accounting Assistant, or myself with any questions you may have about your account. We are happy to assist in making your club experience as enjoyable as possible.
Best Regards, Jason Walton
Accounting FAQs: How much is the food and beverage minimum, and how is it billed? The food and beverage minimum obligation for the year is split up into three periods. The obligation for January 1 – June 30 is $600, the obligation for July 1 – September 30 is $300, and the obligation for October 1 – December 31 is $300. You must spend the required amount during each period to avoid being billed for any remaining balance. Any food or beverage purchase at any location in the Club will be credited towards your minimum, including carry out orders. Tax and service charges are not applied toward the minimum. Your unspent minimum balance for the current obligation period is listed in the bottom left hand corner of your monthly statement. It can also be viewed on the club’s website in the member statement section.
When are member dues billed? Dues are billed in advance for the following month. For example, your July dues will be billed on your statement dated June 30th. You also have the option of paying for your dues on a quarterly, semi-annual, or annual basis if this is more convenient.
What charges are billed on an annual basis? Locker fees, pull cart storage fees, and the golf services fees are billed each year in February, and cover the calendar year of January 1 – December 31. The golf services fee includes unlimited range use, bag storage, handicap tracking fee and mill river plan, which allows you to purchase all club merchandise at cost plus 10%.
When are account statements sent? Can I view the statements and charge details online? Statements are sent on a monthly basis. You will receive a copy by mail a few days after the end of the month. You can also view your member statements and most recent account activity by logging into www.ccwoodmore.com and clicking on the “My Statement” link in the “Quick Links” section of the homepage. Each charge ID number contains a hyperlink that you can click on to view more detail.
When are payments due? What happens if my account balance is not paid on time? Payment is due by the end of the month in which the statement is received. So payment for your statement dated June 30th will be due by July 31st. If payment is not received by the due date, a late fee of 1.5% is assessed. We will attempt to charge your credit card on file, however, if you do not have a credit card on file, your membership privileges are suspended until the balance is paid. Payment can be made by check or credit card, and all major credit cards are accepted. We offer the convenience of automatic recurring monthly credit card payments.
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GOLF
News
Save the date
Women’s Member Guest – August 8th Women’s Club Championship – August 15th and 16th Senior Club Championship – August 15th and 16th Men’s Club Championship – September 4th – 6th Men’s Invitational – September 25th and 26th
Arnie’s Ten Rules for Good Golf Etiquette I. Don’t be the slowest player
Evaluate your pace of play honestly and often, and if you’re consistently the slowest one in your group, you’re a slow player, period. Encourage everyone to move quickly enough so you find yourself right behind the group in front several times, both early and late in the round. Remember the old staples of getting around in good time: Play “ready golf ” (hit when ready, even if you aren’t away) until you reach the green, be prepared to play when it’s your turn on the tee and green, and never search for a lost ball for more than five minutes.
II. Keep your temper under control
Throwing clubs, sulking and barking profanity make everyone uneasy. We all have our moments of frustration, but the trick is to vent in an inoffensive way. For example, I often follow a bad hole by hitting the next tee shot a little harder -- for better or worse.
III. Respect other people’s time
Because time is our most valuable commodity, there are few good reasons for breaking a golf date. Always make your tee times, and show up for your lesson with the pro a little early. Social functions are no exception.
IV. Repair the ground you play on
As for divots, replace them or use the seed mix packed on the side of your cart. Rake bunkers like you mean it. Ever notice that the worse the bunker shot, the poorer the job a guy does raking the sand? Make the area nice and smooth -- don’t leave deep furrows from the rake. Before you exit the bunker, ask yourself, would I be upset if I had to play from that spot?
V. Be a silent partner
The point is, stand still from the time a player sets himself until the ball has left the club. Even with the advent of spikeless shoes, the etiquette rule of never walking in someone’s line of play on the putting green is an absolute. The area around the hole in particular is sacred ground. The first thing to note when you walk onto a green is the location of every ball in your group, then steer clear of their lines to the hole.
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GOLF News
Know where to stand and when to keep quiet. Position yourself directly across or at a diagonal from a player setting up. Never stand on the line of play, either beyond the hole or directly behind the ball. When a player is about to hit a shot, think of the fairway as a cathedral, the green a library.
VI. Make your golf cart ‘invisible’
Carts are very much a part of the modern game. Think about it: They’re mentioned on the backs of scorecards, discussed in the Decisions on the Rules of Golf, bags and other items are designed specifically for them, and they’re used at most courses. The sheer pervasiveness of them makes cart etiquette vitally important. Your goal when driving a cart should be to leave no trace you were there. Because we tend to look where we’re going and not where we’ve been, it’s easy to damage the turf and not realize it. Avoid wet areas and spots that are getting beaten up from traffic. Golfers tend to play “follow the leader” and drive in single file out to the fairway before branching off. It’s usually better to “scatter” -- everyone take a different route -- so cart traffic is spread out.
VII. Always look your best
From Bobby Jones and Walter Hagen to Ben Hogan and Sam Snead to Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson, the best players have been meticulous about their appearance. Their clothing has been sharp, and not one of them has shown up on the first tee with his cap backward, mud caked on his shoes, or his shirttail hanging out. (My shirt often came untucked, but it was my swing that did it. I started with it tucked in!) Your appearance speaks volumes about you as a person, and the neatly appointed golfer, like a businessman or someone headed to church, gives the impression he thinks the golf course and the people there are special.
VIII. Turn off the cell phone
Nobody knows less about technology than I do. But I know enough to recognize a cell phone when it rings in my backswing. If I had my way, cell phones would be turned off at all times on the course, but most clubs have given in to the fact that people are going to use them. I don’t know all the gadgets and settings on those phones, but do whatever you have to do to keep it quiet. And if you absolutely have to make a call, move away from the other players. And keep the call so brief that they don’t even know you made it.
IX. Lend a hand when you can
It’s easy to help out your fellow players, if you just pay attention. One obvious way is looking for lost balls -- better yet, watching errant shots so they don’t turn into lost balls. Pick up that extra club left on the fringe or the headcover dropped next to the tee, and return it to its owner after saying, “Nice shot!” And if you see a cart out of position or a provisional ball that needs picking up, don’t just walk by.
X. Learn the little things
There are a hundred bits of etiquette I haven’t mentioned, like laying the flagstick down carefully, tamping down spike marks when you’re walking off a green, letting faster groups play through, and so on. All of these things are learned by observing, with a sharp eye and a considerate heart. Just know that golf has a way of returning favors, and every piece of etiquette you practice will be repaid tenfold.
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GREEN
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Greetings from the Green Department! I hope that this finds everyone doing well and enjoying the golf season. We are in the midst of a transition in our department. After eight seasons at the Country Club at Woodmore, Mr. Jeff Rice has accepted a position as the Golf Course Superintendent at Oak Creek Golf Club. Jeff is very deserving of this position and we wish him all the best moving forward. With Jeff ’s departure, we are happy to announce the promotion of Mr. Corey Landon to Senior Assistant Golf Course Superintendent. Corey is a graduate of the prestigious Penn State University Turf Program. He began his career as a teenager working at Fairway Hills Golf Club and later moved on to Congressional Country Club where we was on staff for the 2011 U.S. Open. In 2012, Corey accepted a junior position on our management team and has been growing in his profession on a daily basis. We are excited to be able to promote from within our organization and extremely confident in his abilities to provide a seamless transition. Congratulations Corey!
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In order to provide better late-season golf conditions to the membership, we will be moving our second greens aerification from September to August this year. We are currently scheduled to complete this practice August 17th19th however, this could change based on weather. Our Poa greens are very sensitive at this point of the season and being too aggressive at the wrong time could result in significant turf loss. To counteract this, we will be closely monitoring the weather and performing our greens aerification when we see an ideal window. We will keep the membership up to date with any changes to our schedule as we make them. While this scheduling set-up isn’t ideal, it will ultimately result in a longer duration of better golf. Instead of aggressively impacting the greens surface the day after Labor Day, they will be nearly healed at this point and you will have several more weeks on uninterrupted play when the summer weather begins to break. Please follow us on twitter @CCWoodmore for the latest in golf course information and updates! Fairways and Greens, Brandon Collins, Golf Course Superintendent
TENNIS News
ADULT & JUNIOR TENNIS CLASSES
NOW AVAILABLE
AT THE COUNTRY AT WOODMORE Private lesson (1 on 1)
Members - $70, Non Members - $75
Semi-private lesson (2 on 1)
Members - $90, Non Members - $100
Group lesson (3 or more people)
Members - $20 per person, Non Members - $25 per person
2015 SUMMER TENNIS PROGRAM SCHEDULE Men’s Doubles Tuesdays 4:30pm Mixed Doubles Wednesdays 4:30pm Women’s Doubles Thursdays 4:20pm Saturday Drop-in “Hit with the Pro’’ 10:30am-12:30pm
Cost $10 per week per event
maximum of 10 weeks or become a club member. To register for the doubles play contact Mr. Bruce Martin 202-997-0288 For more information please contact Kenny Callender at 202-427-3324 or email wkc74@hotmail.com
CLUBHOUSE HOURS OF OPERATION MONDAY Closed TUESDAY 8 am – 5 pm WEDNESDAY • THURSDAY • FRIDAY • SATURDAY 8 am – 9 pm SUNDAY 8 am – 6 pm DINING HOURS OF OPERATION MONDAY - TUESDAY Closed WEDNESDAY • THURSDAY • FRIDAY 11:30 am – 9 pm SATURDAY 8 am – 9 pm SUNDAY 8 am – 6 pm GOLF SHOP HOURS OF OPERATION TUESDAY - SUNDAY 7 am – 7 pm CLOSING TIME WILL VARY ACCORDING TO DUSK Bag Storage & Range will be open 30 minutes before the first available tee time.
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