CELEBRATES 75 YEARS
AS THE HOST OF THE COAST IN NEWPORT BEACH
BALBOA BAY CLUB | BALBOA BAY RESORT | NEWPORT BEACH COUNTRY CLUB 1221 West Coast Highway | Newport Beach | California | balboabayclub.com | balboabayresort.com | newportbeachcc.com
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER INTERNATIONAL BAY CLUBS, LLC.
Todd Pickup
GENERAL MANAGER, BBC
Leticia Rice
PRESIDENT INTERNATIONAL BAY CLUBS, LLC.
Kevin Martin
GENERAL MANAGER, NBCC Robin Shelton
BOARD OF MANAGERS FOR INTERNATIONAL BAY CLUBS, LLC
Todd Pickup, Kevin Martin, Richard Pickup, Kory Kramer, Joe Moody, Rick Weiner, Devon Martin, Steve Arnold
BALBOA BAY CLUB & BALBOA BAY RESORT STAFF
DIRECTOR OF MEMBER RELATIONS AND CLUB EVENTS
Aaron Trent
DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP
Selby Gillett
EXECUTIVE CHEF, BALBOA BAY RESORT AND CLUB
Prabeen Prathapan
SENIOR MANAGER OF FOOD & BEVERAGE
Rodrigo Otalora
GOLF COURSE SUPERINTENDENT
Scot Dey
EXECUTIVE CHEF
Graeme Blair
DIRECTOR OF FOOD & BEVERAGE
Sarah Sanchez
CATERING SALES MANAGER
Rachel Putnam
CATERING SERVICE MANAGER
Vaughn (Sarah) Bene
CATERING SERVICE MANAGER
Sarah Omar
DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP
Yoona Chang
HR MANAGER
Sarah Blanco
DIRECTOR OF FINANCE
Abigail Bajet
DIRECTOR OF RECREATION
Ashley Pitcock
CLUB SECRETARY
Sandy MacIntyre
SPA MANAGER
Holly Monson
DIRECTOR OF MEMBER EXPERIENCE
Fabrizio Khalona
DIRECTOR OF LEASING
Laura Bryan
DIRECTOR OF MARINA OPERATIONS
Captain Troy Heidemann
ASSISTANT GENERAL MANAGER BALBOA
BAY RESORT
Jason Hseih
DIRECTOR OF GOLF
John McCook
HEAD GOLF PROFESSIONAL
Robbie Maurer
CONTROLLER
Pam Burns
TRAINING & PROJECT MANAGER
Melanie Stacklie
DIRECTOR OF MEMBER RELATIONS
Katherine Feehan
DIRECTOR OF RECREATION & FITNESS
Bianca Gillett
RECREATION MANAGER
Gabe Soria
EDITOR
B.W. Cook
ASSOCIATE MANAGING EDITOR Laurie Veitch
EDITORIAL ASSOCIATE Alyssa Schneiders
PHOTOGRAPHERS
Yoona Chang, Niki Cram, Katherine Feehan, Melanie Hertrick, Clayton Lilley, Patrick O’Donnell, Aaron Trent, Marielena Verdugo, Chris Darnall
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2015 LEEWARD LANE
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Bruce Cook Editor
Dear Readers,
The so-called holiday season 2023 is here. It matters for plenty of reasons – tradition, faith, family, culture, country, humanity. Yes, so many reasons, all are significant and meaningful. There is another aspect of the holiday season that resonates in a big way. Simply, it is the passage of time. As each year comes to an end, we recognize the precious commodity of time that defines our mortal lives. Time, you see, is our greatest gift.
Everyone knows the saying, “Time is money.” What this really means is that time is more valuable than money, or any other evanescent tangible object we humans value. Clearly, time must never be wasted.
So, as Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, Christmas, and the New Year beckons, grab hold to the very fleeting and specific time of our lives. Find joy, spread goodwill, embrace what is just and lasting in moments both insignificant and monumental. In the end, what matters is making the most of our time – every second. That special moment sharing a newborn’s first smile, the second you realize you’ve fallen in love after “that” kiss, a perfect sunset over the Newport Pacific horizon with the green flash of final day light—all pieces of the time of our lives.
It is what we do each month with Bay Window. We encapsulate time. Time with family, friends and community that makes a difference in everyone’s life involved. In our November issue we focus on the 75th anniversary of Balboa Bay Club on our cover along with a photogravure spread as our feature story of the month.
75 years of time gone by. From a diamond anniversary party, we visit the wedding of newlyweds taking vows at Balboa Bay Resort. Columnist Matt Morrison introduces readers to another amazing family with an inspiring story. And our accomplished roster of writers on all aspects of life and times brings monthly messages of substance, content, adventure, and celebration to readers. All this plus wonderful coverage of golf and family life at NBCC and holiday events galore at both clubs. Time keeps moving on, don’t let it pass you by.
Happy and Healthy Thanksgiving, Everyone.
Bruce
A Bed for Every Child
Serving People In Need (SPIN) holds annual fundraising gala at Balboa Bay Resort supporting permanent housing for unhoused families with children in Orange County. The highly charged evening in the hands of emcee Chef Jamie Gwen raised significant funds for SPIN programs. Chaired by longtime SPIN Board Member Mary Lou Shattuck, the gala was labeled “A Night at Club 1221,” in honor of the Balboa Bay Club and Resort, taking on an elegant and classic black and white nightclub theme. Major support came from SPIN Board President Curtis Scheetz and his wife Jill.
Peggy and Frank Listi
Mike Facents and Katie Domagala, Board of Directors, Gabriel Williams, Veronica Lopez, Board of Directors, Tom MacKinney and Laurie Jacobs
Jill and Curtis Scheetz, Board Chair
Charlie Granville, Board of Directors, Jim Hindman, Carmen Davis, David Ellis, Curtis Scheetz, Board Chair
Orange County Supervisor Katrina Foley, Curtis Scheetz, Board Chair, and Mary Lou Shattuck
Erin and Channing Lindsay
J. Bruce Camino, Lisa Camino and Mike Gilmore, Board of Directors
Chef Jamie Gwen with Mary Lou Shattuck
Enough Is Enough
VANGUARD UNIVERSITY’S GLOBAL CENTER FOR WOMEN AND JUSTICE HELD ITS ANNUAL EVENT AT BALBOA BAY RESORT PROMOTING THE FIGHT TO END HUMAN TRAFFICKING. THE 20TH CONFAB, LABELED “AMPLIFY”, AND CHAIRED BY DR. SANDRA MORGAN, RAISED $186,000 FOR THE CENTER’S PROGRAMS.
Joy Brathwaite
Superior Court of Orange County Presiding Judge Maria Hernandez, Joy Qualls and CEO of Reveille Inc. Brenda Springer
Dr. Morgan (right) and daughter Sandy Morgan
United Way CEO Sue Parks and Dina Pagano at silent auction table
Gwen Hoyt and Ruth Campbell
David Melilli and Darrellyn Melilli
Dr. Sandra Morgan, PhD
United States Ambassador-at-Large John Cotton
Marvin Shmagin, owner of Carol Klein Fine Jewelry, invites you to come in and see our beautiful holiday collection . As a special gift to you, he is giving $500 off items over $1,000.
Purchase of
Holiday Hours
M-F 11am - 5:30pm | Sat. 11am - 4:30pm | Sun. Dec 11th-19th: 11am - 4:30pm
Spotlight on the Literacy Project
NEWPORT BEACH COUNTRY CLUB WELCOMES THE INAUGURAL “SAVOR NEWPORT BEACH 2023” EVENT BENEFITTING THE LITERACY PROJECT. ONE HUNDRED FIFTY GUESTS ENJOYED A “NAPA” THEMED OUTDOOR FESTIVAL.
Sue Grant (Founder & CEO) and Chef Pascal Olhats
Gary Grant
Kendall Gath and Katie Gath
The Crowd
Steve and Monette Zotovich
Julie Jacobs and Joe Stapleton
Ruth and Nick Clemence
Barclay Butera and Gavin Herbert
In Service to the Nation
Retired Marine Gunner Amatangelo Pasciuti addressed the community as a guest of the Balboa Island Museum participating in its monthly speaker’s forum. The full house of guests shared in the conversation with Pasciuti learning of his heroic service in both Afghanistan and Iraq. The recently retired Marine from Base Camp Pendelton is credited with creating the 21st century program for recruits entering Marine Sniper Training. Following 20 years of active duty, where Pasciuti earned both a bachelor’s and master’s degree from USC, he will pursue a career in the political arena. His first goal is a campaign for a City Council seat in San Jose, California.
Brendon Coleman, Siena, Tracy and Royce Sharf
Doug and Tee Devine
Amatangelo Pasciuti
Mike Marous, John Jurcyk, Pat Makris, Jay Mueller, John Tanner
Clinton Wissel, Christy D’Ambrosio
Machoskie & Associates
“Autumn is the season that teaches us that change can be beautiful.”
If you're ready to make a real estate-related, "beautiful" change, we're ready to help you buy, sell or lease. Inventory is increasing. As more homes come on the market, prices are stabilizing. What does that mean to you if you're buying? You will have more homes to choose from and sellers may be more open to negotiating price and terms. If you're a seller, it's critical to ensure your property is tuned up, show-ready and priced strategically. Overpriced homes that are not prepared for sale are languishing, while properties in high-demand locations, in turnkey condition, are still selling quickly.
Call us today for a discreet conversation of how we can market and sell your home to maximize your sale price and find you a beautiful new home!
“Come Together”
THE PURCELL FAMILY OF THE BALBOA BAY CLUB SPONSORED A WORLD-CLASS EVENT PREMIERE OF A JOHN LENNON DOCUMENTARY FILM BENEFITTING NONPROFIT WALKING WITH ANTHONY WHICH AIDS SPINAL CORD TRAUMA SURVIVORS
BY KATHY HAMILTON
Mathew and Stephanie Eslow and event chairs Krissey Nardecchia and John Moroney
Walking with Anthony held it’s “Come Together” charity fundraiser on Thursday, September 14 at the New Port Theater in Corona del Mar. The event was hosted by Executive Producer and WWA Founder, Micki Purcell, along with Anthony Purcell and event chairs Krissey Nardecchia and John Moroney. Sponsors included Flagstar Bank, Riviera Magazine, Fletcher Jones, JP Morgan, Macro Z Technology and Tito’s Handmade Vodka.
Walking with Anthony was formed by Micki and Anthony Purcell after Anthony dove into the ocean, bruising the C5 & C6 vertebrae in his spine, leaving him paralyzed. Funds raised will be used to educate and raise awareness about the various obstacles that occur from spinal cord injuries (SCI). Many survivors struggle with depression and hopelessness alone. Anthony knows firsthand the emotional anguish that comes with SCI and has met with hundreds of his brothers and sisters in the SCI community, giving them a sense of assurance and purpose they might never find without the help of Anthony and
the foundation.
It was quite the scene with a red-carpet reception, Beatles tribute band (4 Lads from Liverpool), cocktails, food, live auction, and a Hollywood-style movie screening. The fascinating debut of “The Lost Weekend: A Love Story” recounts the romance between John Lennon and May Pang, his assistant. May Pang herself was on hand at the end of the screening to answer questions. The event raised over $170,000. For more information about Walking with Anthony, please visit https://walkingwithanthony.org
Anthony and Karen Purcell, Nuka Solomon, Micki Purcell, May Pang, Michael Hart
Lisa Van Court and Bryan Zatica
Adrianne Brandes, Micki Purcell, Kathy Hamilton
Nancy Green, Micki Purcell, Estel Hilton
A Roof Overhead
HOMEAID ORANGE COUNTY WELCOMES SUPPORTERS TO ITS HOPE IN HOUSING GALA HELD AT BALBOA BAY RESORT CO-CHAIRED BY MIKE BATTAGLIA AND DAVE PROLO.
Nick Slevin, Developer for The ABC Green Home 5.0 with his daughter Fiona Slevin
VP of Purchasing for City Ventures, Jared Hendricks, with HomeAid OC’s VP of Board Development Michelle Thrakulchavee, Executive Director Gina Cunningham, and Board President Steve Murow
Eddie Prosser and his wife Kirsten, owner of OnQueStyle in Corona Del Mar
President of HomeAid America Scott Larson, his wife Christina, with Kathryn and Michael Schlesinger from the Heart Mind and Soul Project.
Mike Gartlan and Erin Meadows
City Councilmember and former Mayor of the City of Mission Viejo, Wendy Bucknum and her husband Paul
Kimberly Stark and Erren O’Leary
Andi Tena with Sonia Lister
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SHINES LIKE A DIAMOND
The Balboa Bay Club throws a spectacular 75th Anniversary extravaganza welcoming some 750 members. The Friday night super party produced by the BBC management team led by GM Leticia Rice, and designed and executed by Aaron Trent, Director of Members Events with Melanie Hertrick, Fabrizio Khalona, Sandy MacIntyre, Megan Thomson, Christine Nunez, Tracey Mines, and the entire BBC and NBCC staff, showcased seven decades of BBC life and times with fabulous props, photos, and staging throughout the property for the crowd to experience. Matt Mauser and his Big Band/ Tijuana Dogs had the members dancing on the bayfront dance floor. Food stations satisfied every desire from 1950s hot dogs to 21st century prime rib and rack of lamb. As the evening came to its close, a drone show lit up the night over the club pool…diamonds in the sky! It was dazzling and certainly memorable. The team is now at work planning the 100th.
Donna Martin, Gale Cottnan, Ann Suhr, Emily McKeller
Ellen Rasch, David Cox, Tami Lloyd, Sara Cox
Balboa Bay Club Logo
Rick and Nicole Pembrook
Melanie Donner and Lisa Hallaian
Bob & Carol Brewer, Moon Santos, Chase Brewer
Scott and Judy Langford, Nancy and Governor Jack Wright
Rick and Tracy Weiner, Alyssa and Brent Schneiders
Jeff and Tracy Rowerdink
Jeff Wayne Sutherland and friend
Sharon and Governor Bill Blane
Jennifer Walker, John Faulk and Allison Schweitzer
Laird Blue and Jean Macino
Kevin and Devon Martin
Terry and Woody Smith
The Menakides Family
The Lowe Family
Lisa and Dan Finn
Catherine Thyen and Mary Roosevelt
Lawrence and Jean Jones
THE HOST OF THE COAST IN NEWPORT BEACH SINCE 1948
BOARD OF GOVERNORS
Bill Blaine, Michelle Barto, Bruce Cook, Cory Cosenza, Mike Granja, Noel Hamilton, Wayne Harvey, R.J. King, Kory Kramer, Mark Larson, Kevin Martin, Joe Moody, James Papazis, Richard H. Pickup, Todd Pickup, Jane Rivera, Ryan Tomalas, John Wortmann, Jack Wright, Dr. Daniel Yanni
HONORARY GOVERNORS
Douglas K. Ammerman, David Banta, Richard Bertea, Robert C. Clay, James Doti, Robert W. Howard, Michael Nevell, Michael D. Stephens, Herbert Sutton, Catherine Thyen, Ethan Wayne, David C. Wooten
HONORARY GOVERNORS DECEASED
William C. Adams, Harold Ayres, Harry Axene, Joey Bishop, Guy Claire, Nick Doolin, Arden Flamson, George Gaudin, Senator Barry Goldwater, Dr. Frederick Grazer, Robert Guggenheim, Sam Gurley Jr., William Hadley, Richard Hausman, Gavin Herbert Sr., Clement Hirsch, Mary Lou Hornsby, Norman Kendall, John Killefer, Robert Lynch, Roger Miller, Richard Nabers, John J. McNaughton, R.J. Marshall, Arlis B. Parkhurst, Theodore Robins Jr., Jim Slemons, E. Morris Smith, W. Reed Sprinkel, John Wayne, Dorothy Yardley
Leticia Rice General Manager
Balboa Bay Club
Dear BBC Members,
The holidays are upon us, and what better way to celebrate than at your club? As you prepare to enjoy the holidays, we offer a few reminders:
• Make reservations early for your favorite events as they are sure to sell out. Reservations for club events can be made through the club website, by calling 949-630-4120 or stopping by the club desk.
• Reservations are also the best way to ensure a great experience when joining us at Members Grill, our Sunday Brunch in Lighthouse and especially for the wonderful Thanksgiving Day dinners Chef Prabeen and his culinary team have planned for you. Reservations allow our team to properly prepare and execute a first-class dining experience.
• Dress code: While visiting the club we thank you for adhering to the dress code and ensuring proper dress in all areas of the club.
Another great reminder is to make sure you take a moment to breathe and enjoy the holidays. So many times, we seem to be running from one place to the next or furiously checking things off our to-do list and we forget to enjoy the holidays. Take a moment to look around and soak it all in. Sure, we’re taking plenty of photos and posting them for all to see, but are we really in the moment? I challenge you to not only identify what you are thankful for, but who you are thankful for. I’m sure we all have that one person that we say we will call or catch up with or go visit and then life gets in the way and before we know it, days, months or even years may have gone by and that visit or catch up hasn’t happened. Make this the year it happens. No gesture is too small, be it a phone call, an email or, dare I say, mail a card! Reach out and let someone who is not expecting it know that you are thankful for them.
I will start by thanking you, our members, for your continued support of the club and to all our team members for your dedication and commitment. I am extremely grateful for you and humbled that I get to be a part of the stories of your lives.
Before I run out to mail some cards, I will leave you with my wish that you have a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday and as always, we look forward to welcoming you at the club.
Leticia
H HAPPY HOUR
3:00 – 6:00 PM MEMBERS GRILL
H MONDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL
5:30 PM MEMBERS GRILL
H MARTIAL ART INSPIRED FITNESS
9:00 AM MEMBERS LAWN
H MARTIAL ART INSPIRED FITNESS 9:00 AM MEMBERS LAWN
H HAPPY HOUR 3:00 – 6:00 PM MEMBERS GRILL
H MONDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL
5:30 PM MEMBERS GRILL
H LADIES BUNCO NIGHT 5:30 – 7:30 PM LIBRARY
H MARTIAL ART INSPIRED FITNESS 9:00 AM MEMBERS LAWN
H MONDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL 5:30 PM MEMBERS GRILL
H YOGA CLASS 9:00 – 9:45 AM MEMBERS LAWN
H HAPPY HOUR 3:00 – 6:00 PM MEMBERS GRILL
H FIESTA TACO TUESDAY 5:00 – 9:00 PM MEMBERS GRILL
November Calendar
H COTILLION BY ADDINGTON COTILLION 4:30 – 5:45 PM 6:00 – 7:15 PM LIGHTHOUSE ROOM
H CHARCUTERIE & WINE WEDNESDAY 5:00 – 9:00 PM MEMBERS GRILL
H PICKLEBALL DROP IN 5:30 – 7:30 PM BASKETBALL COURT
H CHARCUTERIE & WINE WEDNESDAY 5:00 – 9:00 PM MEMBERS GRILL
H KID’S CLUB 4:00 – 8:00 PM H HAPPY HOUR 3:00 – 6:00 PM MEMBERS GRILL
H KID’S CLUB 4:00 – 8:00 PM
H HAPPY HOUR
3:00 – 6:00 PM MEMBERS GRILL
H PRIME RIB THURSDAY 5:00 – 9:00 PM MEMBERS GRILL
H BOOTCAMP CLASS 9:00 AM MEMBERS LAWN
H HAPPY HOUR 3:00 – 6:00 PM MEMBERS GRILL
H KID’S CLUB 4:00 – 8:00 PM
H BOOTCAMP CLASS 9:00 AM MEMBERS LAWN
H HAPPY HOUR 3:00 – 6:00 PM MEMBERS GRILL
H KID’S CLUB 4:00 – 8:00 PM
H YOGA CLASS 9:00 – 9:45 AM MEMBERS LAWN
H HAPPY HOUR 3:00 – 6:00 PM MEMBERS GRILL
H YOGA CLASS 9:00 – 9:45 AM MEMBERS LAWN
H FALL MOVIE BUCKETS 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM CLUB DESK
H FIESTA TACO TUESDAY 5:00 – 9:00 PM MEMBERS GRILL
H MARTIAL ART INSPIRED FITNESS 9:00 AM MEMBERS LAWN
H HAPPY HOUR 3:00 – 6:00 PM MEMBERS GRILL
H MONDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL 5:30 PM MEMBERS GRILL
H CHARCUTERIE & WINE WEDNESDAY 5:00 – 9:00 PM MEMBERS GRILL
H PICKLEBALL DROP IN 5:30 – 7:30 PM BASKETBALL COURT
H CHARCUTERIE & WINE WEDNESDAY 5:00 – 9:00 PM MEMBERS GRILL
H PICKLEBALL DROP IN 5:30 – 7:30 PM BASKETBALL COURT 28 29
H YOGA CLASS 9:00 – 9:45 AM MEMBERS LAWN
H HAPPY HOUR 3:00 – 6:00 PM MEMBERS GRILL
H THURSDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL
5:30 PM MEMBERS GRILL
H KID’S CLUB 4:00 – 8:00 PM
H HAPPY HOUR
3:00 – 6:00 PM MEMBERS GRILL
H PRIME RIB THURSDAY 5:00 – 9:00 PM MEMBERS GRILL
H THURSDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL
5:30 PM MEMBERS GRILL
H THANKSGIVING DINNER SEATINGS AT 1:00 PM & 4:30 PM MEMBERS GRILL
H THANKSGIVING BUFFET SEATINGS FROM 12:00 – 4:00 PM RESORT LIGHTHOUSE
H HARVEST OF WINES ON THE BAY 5:30 – 7:30 PM GRAND BALLROOM
H BOOTCAMP CLASS 9:00 AM MEMBERS LAWN
H HAPPY HOUR 3:00 – 6:00 PM MEMBERS GRILL
H GINGERBREAD WORKSHOP 3:00 – 4:30 PM & 5:30 – 7:00 PM
H KID’S CLUB 4:00 – 8:00 PM
H BOOTCAMP CLASS 9:00 AM MEMBERS LAWN
GRILL 6:00 – 9:00 PM H KID’S CLUB 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM 4:00 – 8:00 PM
H WEEKEND BRUNCH 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM MEMBERS GRILL
H LIVE MUSIC IN MEMBERS GRILL 6:00 – 9:00 PM
H TREE LIGHTING DINNER PRE-SHOW 4:00 PM POST-SHOW 7:00 PM MEMBERS GRILL 27 26 24 25
H SANTA PHOTOS 4:30 – 6:30 PM CLUBHOUSE
H SANTA PAWS 4:30 – 5:30 PM CLUBHOUSE
7 8 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 9 23 5 6 1 2 3 4 ALL EVENTS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE. PLEASE CHECK THE CLUB’S ONLINE CALENDAR FOR THE LATEST UPDATES.
CHARCUTERIE & WINE
WEDNESDAY SPECIALS
$30 | Small Charcuterie & Cheese Board with a choice of (2) glasses of wine
$60 | Large Charcuterie & Cheese Board with a choice of a bottle of wine from the following:
WHITES
• Emmolo, Sauvignon Blanc, Napa Valley
• Attems, Pinot Grigio, Italy
• The Arsonist, Chardonnay, Dunnigan Hills
• Sonoma-Cutrer, Chardonnay, Sonoma
• Romance, Rosé, New Zealand
• Poema, Cava, Spain
REDS
• Sea Sun, Pinot Noir, Monterey
• Earthquake Zinfandel, Lodi
• Bonterra, Cabernet, Mendocino
• Newton Skyside, Cabernet, Napa Valley
• Caymus Conundrum, Red Blend, California
• Quest, Red Blend, Paso Robles
November
BALBOA BAY CLUB COTILLION –NOW IN THE RESORT!
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 1 • THIRD GRADE
4:30 – 5:45 PM, FOURTH/FIFTH GRADE 6:00 – 7:15 PM • GRAND BALLROOM
A re-energized version of traditional cotillion! Learn everything from contemporary dances like the “Electric Slide” to sophisticated and everyday manners. The program is designed to encourage, motivate, and reward, while teaching polished social skills no longer taught in schools today. Sessions are held once a month, beginning this fall. Please call Susan Werner at 949.310.6732 to enroll your child or grandchild. Space is limited.
A HARVEST OF WINES ON THE BAY
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 10 • 5:30 – 7:30 PM
GRAND BALLROOM
A tasting and purchasing event for the Wine Lovers! Join us at the Club this fall for an evening tasting over 50 fine wines, with a beautiful sunset and great music. The wineries featured include Hess, Daou, Hope Family, Cakebread, Champagne Lallier and more. Great juice and savory small bites. $55 per person. Reservations required. 4-guests max per membership. All wine sales must be charged to Member accounts. 48-hour cancellation policy. For reservations, please call the Club Desk at 949.630.4120.
VETERAN’S DAY LUNCH
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 11 • 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
MEMBERS GRILL
Join us in the Members Grill to honor the brave men and women who have fought for our country. Veterans and enlisted service men and women will receive a complimentary Brunch and a Beer, with a valid Military ID. Reservations required, please call Members Grill at 949.630.4290.
LADIES BUNCO NIGHT
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 13 • 5:30 – 7:30 PM
RESORT LIBRARY
Make reservations to join us for the fastpaced dice game of Bunco. This event sells
out quickly. House wines, Champagne and terrific salad bar and snacks included. Bring $12 cash for game buy-in, all monies awarded at the end of the games. Even the biggest loser can come home the biggest winner! Space is limited. A Members only event. 48-hour cancellation policy in effect. Reservations required by calling 949.630.4120 or register online at www. balboabayclub.com.
CHILDREN’S GINGERBREAD HOUSE
MAKING WORKSHOP
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 17 • 3:00 – 4:30 PM AND 5:30 – 7:00 PM • BAY VIEW ROOM
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 18 • 10:00 – 11:30 AM
BAY VIEW ROOM
We invite you to start or continue a holiday tradition that has lasted for centuries. Join us for all the fun decorating your very own gingerbread house to display and enjoy this holiday season. Includes everything you need to decorate your own gingerbread house. Light snacks included. One house per child’s reservation only. This event will sell
out quickly. 72-hour cancellation policy in effect. A Member only event. No walkins, Reservations required, please call 949.630.4120.
FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT BUCKETS
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 21 • (AVAILABLE FOR PICKUP BETWEEN 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM)
Gather your family to enjoy a fun fall movie night at home. Complete the experience with your very own premade Movie Night Bucket with a fall theme. Order your Family Movie Night Bucket today by calling the Club Desk at 949.630.4120. Limited supply available, so RSVP early. Movie Night Buckets are compliments of your Club. One bucket per family please.
THANKSGIVING FEAST ON THE BAYFRONT
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 23 • MEMBERS GRILL
Enjoy Thanksgiving Dinner with family and friends at the Club. Feast upon Chef’s homestyle menu of; traditional oven-roasted Tom turkey, fresh salads and signature sides, complete with
holiday desserts. All you would expect to enjoy on this day to give thanks. 72-hour cancellation policy of $25 per person in effect. Reservations required, please call Members Grill at 949.630.4290.
FAMILY PHOTOS WITH SANTA CLAUS
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 28 • 4:30 – 6:30 PM IN THE CLUBHOUSE
Bring down the family to pose for a quick photo with Santa Claus in his grand throne from the North Pole. Photos will take place in the festively decorated Clubhouse! Our photographer will capture your family photo and we will post them on the Club website for you to retrieve and email out to your extended family and friends. Why not make it a night out and have dinner in the Members Grill?
BBC MEMBER’S CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING DINNER
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 29 • PRE-SHOW DINNER 4:00 PM, POST-SHOW DINNER 7:00 PM MEMBERS GRILL
This special night in Members Grill will be a complete sellout. Early reservations are a must! Enjoy Executive Chef’s delicious holiday offerings! A special holiday dinner, while Dickens’ Carolers stroll the room. Space is limited. Reserved seats for Tree Lighting are not included with purchase of dinner. Reservations required, please call Members Grill at 949.630.4290. 48-hour cancellation policy in effect.
“HOLIDAY HULLABALOO” BBC’S ANNUAL CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING & MUSICAL-REVIEW
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 29 • 6:00 PM
CLUB/RESORT ENTRANCE-PORTE COCHERE
Experience the most spectacular Tree Lighting ever! OCSA’s MONTAGE! kicks off your holiday season with our sensational musical-review, “Holiday Hullabaloo!” A grand, high-energy performance featuring Frosty, Rudolph, Santa and Friends, with holiday magic, live singers, toe-tapping dancers and the lighting of our giant 20’ Christmas Tree! Complimentary treats and beverages. Our gift to you, when you donate a new, unwrapped toy at the event, benefitting Toys for Tots. Reservations not required. Open seating available after 5:00 PM only.
STROLLING DICKENS’ CHRISTMAS CAROLERS
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 29 • 5:30 – 8:30 PM AND DECEMBER 13, 15, 24 & 25 • 6:00 – 8:00 PM
CLUBHOUSE AND RESORT
In the rich time-honored tradition of the holiday season, we are pleased to present Dickens’ Christmas Carolers to stroll the halls and restaurants, even the Members Lawn. Hear them sing all your holiday favorites.
YAPPY PAW-LIDAY – CHRISTMAS PHOTOS WITH SANTA PAWS
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 30 • 4:30 – 5:30 PM IN THE CLUBHOUSE
Bring your four-legged canine pal down to the Club for a quick holiday photo in the Clubhouse hallway with Santa. Our photographer will capture your photo and we will post them on the Club website for you to retrieve and email out to your family and friends. Compliments of your Club. Members only. Reservations not required.
December
BBC’S SPECTACULAR CHILDREN’S CHRISTMAS PARTY BENEFITTING TOYS FOR TOTS
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 1 • 4:30 – 6:30 PM GRAND BALLROOM
Join us for holiday family fun making Christmas cookies with Santa’s helpers, creating your very own Build-a-Holiday Bear, coloring and Christmas crafts, family photos with Santa Claus, the Grinch, Cindy Lou Who, and much more. A Members only event. No walk-ins. Reservations required 48 hours in advance, please call 949.630.4120. $25 per person or complimentary when you donate a new, unwrapped toy or gift to Toys for Tots.
1221 CLUB HOLIDAY LUNCHEON & FASHION SHOW
MONDAY, DECEMBER 4 • 11:00 AM
GRAND BALLROOM B
Join us in the Grand Ballroom for the 1221 Club’s favorite event of the year.
Our Chefs will prepare a special holiday luncheon preceding our runway fashion show, featuring the latest styles and terrific accessories. Formal models walk the runway, wearing fashions for the season. Another spectacular live performance is icing on the cake. Afterward, a gift for 1221 Members, exclusive Champagne Shopping at the boutique with extra savings of up to 25% off. This event will sell out! Reservations required, please call the Club Desk at 949.630.4120. 48-hour cancellation policy in effect.
“JINGLE, MIX & MINGLE” HOLIDAY MEMBER MIXER - BENEFITTING TOYS FOR TOTS
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 5 • 5:30 – 7:30 PM GRAND BALLROOM
Eat, Drink and be Merry! Our festive Holiday Member Mixer, inspired to help you make a child’s Christmas brighter. Come meet your fellow Members, enjoy live music and wonderful cuisine prepared by our Executive Chefs. The perfect affair to welcome the spirit of the season. Help make a difference with your charitable giving. $25 per Member or complimentary when you donate a new, unwrapped toy at the event to benefit Toys for Tots. Adults 21 and over. Members only, No Guests. Reservations required, please call 949.630.4120.
FAMILY BRUNCH WITH SANTA AND MRS. CLAUS
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9 • 9:30 – 11:30 AM MEMBERS GRILL
We invite you to enjoy a Holiday Brunch like no other. Using secret recipes from the North Pole, our Chefs have teamed up with Mrs. Claus to prepare you some of Santa’s favorites from Christmastown! From chocolate chip pancakes to sweet cinnamon rolls, fruit and French toast, there is something for everyone! Space is limited. No parties over 10. Reservations required, please call Members Grill at 949.630.4290. 48-hour cancellation policy in effect.
BOAT PARADE DINNER AT THE CLUB
DECEMBER 13 – 17 • NIGHTLY SERVICE 5:00 – 9:00 PM • MEMBERS GRILL
Enjoy our festive holiday menu offerings, then head out to the Member Lawn for
the best viewing in town. Delight in the magic as you watch all the decorated boats pass by. Reservations required. Please call 949.630.4290. 72-hour cancellation policy in effect.
BOAT PARADE – MEMBERS BEACH & LAWN
DECEMBER 13 – 17 • CASUAL DINING AND BEST VIEWING NIGHTLY 6:00 – 9:00 PM
For Members and their guests preferring a casual, family-friendly atmosphere, the Beach and Lawn offer exceptional viewing and delicious hot menu items, available for purchase on the lawn. Cozy up to the beach firepits, dine with plenty of seating and live music entertainment throughout the night. Bring your blankets and jackets. No reserving of firepits. Don’t forget to bring your Membership Card! 6-guests max per Membership. Reservations not required.
CHRISTMAS EVE IN MEMBERS GRILL
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 24
(GRILL WILL CLOSE AT 7:00 PM)
SERVING LUNCH IN MEMBERS GRILL
FROM 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Festive Holiday Menu offerings from 3:00 – 7:00 PM. For Reservations, please call 949.630.4290.
CHRISTMAS DAY IN MEMBERS GRILL
MONDAY, DECEMBER 25 (GRILL WILL
CLOSE AT 7:00 PM)
On Christmas Day, bring family and friends to Members Grill for lunch, served 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Festive Holiday Menu offerings from 3:00 – 7:00 PM. For Reservations, please call 949.630.4290.
NEW YEAR’S EVE IN MEMBERS GRILL
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 31
LUNCH MENU AVAILABLE FROM 11:00 PM – 2:00 PM Reservations required, please call 949.630.4290. 72-hour cancellation policy in effect.
NEW YEAR’S DAY BRUNCH IN MEMBERS GRILL
MONDAY, JANUARY 1, 2024! 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Chef’s famous New Year’s Day Brunch is the perfect way to ring in the New Year! Reservations required, please call 949.630.4290. 72-hour cancellation policy in effect.
NEW YEAR’S DAY FOOTBALL IN MEMBERS LOUNGE
MONDAY, JANUARY 1, 2024! 12:00 – 7:00 PM
Enjoy our New Year’s Day College Football Playoff Tailgate Party! Come root for your favorite team while you enjoy Chef’s Game Day Menu. Reservations not required.
All events are subject to change and weather permitting.
MEMBERS GRILL SPECIAL DINING NIGHTS!
NFL FOOTBALL GAME DAY MENU
THURSDAY NIGHTS – 5:15 PM, SUNDAYS
ALL-DAY – 10:00 AM, MONDAY NIGHTS
5:15 PM • MEMBERS GRILL, LOUNGE & POOLSIDE Enjoy specials throughout the games! Reservations not required.
BUILD YOUR OWN PASTA BAR
EVERY SUNDAY NIGHT (EXCEPT DEC. 17 & 31)
4:00 – 8:00 PM • MEMBERS GRILL
Chef’s all-you-can-eat “Build Your Own Pasta Bar” is back. Sunday nights at the Club just got better. Reservations required, please call Members Grill at 949.630.4290.
FIESTA TACO TUESDAYS
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 7 & 21 AND DECEMBER
5 & 19 • 5:00 – 9:00 PM • MEMBERS GRILL
Live music and great Margarita specials, paired with Chef’s delicious Menu Items! Taco Man Station featuring: Carne Asada, Chicken or Fish Tacos, Seafood Ceviche, Tijuana Caesar Salad, Enchiladas, Dessert Station and more. Reservations required, please call Members Grill at 949.630.4290.
CHARCUTERIE & WINE WEDNESDAYS
EVERY WEDNESDAY (EXCEPT DEC. 13)
5:00 – 9:00 PM • MEMBERS GRILL
Come enjoy an all-new experience in the restaurant. Wednesday evenings we will feature select wines and a charcuterie special. A wine expert will be on hand to pour and educate members on wine selections. Small or large charcuterie and cheese
boards available with either a choice of (2) glasses of wine, or a bottle of wine, from our special list of whites and reds. For more information, please contact Members Grill at 949.630.4290.
PRIME RIB THURSDAYS
EVERY THURSDAY NIGHT (EXCEPT DEC. 14)
5:00 – 9:00 PM • MEMBERS GRILL
Join us on Thursday nights this month for Chef’s Prime Rib Dinner. Enjoy a 12 oz. Slow Roasted Prime Rib, Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes, Seasonal Vegetables, Au Jus and Horseradish Crème, fresh Bread Rolls, finished with Apple Cinnamon Bread Pudding with Vanilla Bean Ice Cream and Caramel Bourbon Sauce! Reservations required, please call Members Grill at 949.630.4290.
WEEKEND BRUNCH ON THE BAY
EVERY SATURDAY AND SUNDAY
9:00 AM – 2:00 PM • MEMBERS GRILL
Enjoy Chef’s fabulous Brunch on the Bay. All your favorite specialty items like Avocado Toast, Eggs Benedict, Meat Lover’s Omelet, BLT Bowl and much more. Kids will love their own Rise ‘N’ Shine Menu including delicious Belgian Waffles, and Buttermilk Pancakes hot off the griddle! Reservations required, please call Members Grill at 949.630.4290.
Embracing the Joy of Autumn and the Holiday Season
By Christine Nuñez, Membership Coordinator
As the scorching days of summer finally begin to yield to the crisp embrace of early autumn, there’s an unmistakable sense of anticipation in the air. The arrival of sweater weather, pumpkin everything, and the forthcoming holiday season brings a warmth to our hearts that rivals the most vibrant fall foliage. For many, myself included, this is undeniably one of the most enchanting times of the year.
One cherished tradition that my daughter and I eagerly anticipate each year is our trip up north to visit family for Thanksgiving. This year, we’re especially excited to experience the cool, northern California weather that adds an extra layer of enchantment to the season. The fall foliage up north is nothing short of breathtaking masterpiece, and we’re already envisioning the joy of creating piles of vibrant leaves to jump into.
Amid this season of transition and gratitude, the BBC stands out as a splendid testament to the magic of the holiday season. The club undergoes a stunning transformation, adorned with holiday decorations that twinkle like stars and sparkle from afar. It’s during this time that the club truly shines as a place for creating cherished memories with friends and loved ones.
Our events team at the BBC knows how to make the most of this joyous season, and they’re kicking things off with a distinguished event, Harvest of Wines on the Bay. This gathering promises delightful moments of mingling with familiar faces and the chance to make new friends, all while sipping on exquisite wines. It’s an evening that encapsulates the spirit of togetherness and celebration.
And of course, let’s not forget about the annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony. Scheduled for later this month, this event is a heartwarming spectacle that shouldn’t be missed. From lively singers and graceful dancers to the jolly visit from Santa Claus himself, complete with snow from the North Pole, it’s an enchanting experience that embodies the very essence of the holiday season.
As we embrace this time of year, I invite you to join me in welcoming our new members to the BBC family. Your presence and participation in our holiday festivities make them all the more special, and it’s through shared experiences
that we build lasting bonds of friendship and community. With the holiday season upon us, let us remember the importance of coming together in joy with loved ones, expressing gratitude, and sharing the warmth of our hearts, however you choose to celebrate. Happy Thanksgiving!
Please join me in welcoming our new members:
MIKE AND LIZ CANADY:
“We are excited to join BBC for all of the fun social and sporting events at the club. We have enjoyed the club as guests since coming to Newport Beach two years ago. And, since joining we are quickly utilizing Duffy Rides on the bay with family and friends as well as the alfresco dining at Members Grill. We also spend time traveling between our homes in Marin County and La Quinta. We can’t wait to have our adult kids visit and celebrate the holidays at the beautiful club.”
HARBOR ISLAND, NEWPORT BEACH
12 DAYS OF SPALIDAYS
Join us for 12 days of blissful holiday pampering! Discover daily specials and irresistible discounts from December 1st to December 12th. Treat yourself or your loved ones to a season of relaxation and rejuvenation at our spa. For our valued members, these specials are in addition to your existing member benefits.
12/1 12/2 12/3 12/4
Enjoy a 10% discount on HydroPeptide and Eminence products.
Elevate your beauty regimen with a generous 15% OFF all Natura Bissé products and receive a special gift with your purchase.
Cozy up with 10% OFF all Booties & Robes, perfect for winter warmth and comfort.
Experience luxury with $25 OFF Deluxe and Diamond HydraFacial special.
12/5 12/6 12/7 12/8
Book a facial and treat yourself to a 15% discount on a massage for the ultimate relaxation duo.
Embrace comfort and style with a 10% discount on PJ Salvage loungewear.
Elevate your workout attire with 10% OFF all Athleisure Apparel.
Wrap yourself in warmth and luxury with 10% OFF Kashwere products.
12/9 12/10 12/11 12/12
Show your Club love with 10% OFF all Logo wear.
Illuminate your space with 10% OFF all holiday candles.
Enjoy a glowing complexion with 10% OFF Spa Facials and all skincare purchases (excluding HydraFacial).
Indulge in self-care with 10% OFF ALL Body Treatments and Body care purchases.
Join us for this festive season of self-care and relaxation. We look forward to pampering you throughout December! To book an appointment call the Spa Boutique at 949.630.4772
All participants will be automatically entered into our daily raffles for a chance to win fantastic prizes. Please note that daily specials are valid only on the posted date. All sales are final.
Big Laughs!
A FULL HOUSE TURNS OUT FOR THE ANNUAL BBC COMEDY NIGHT IN THE BALBOA BAY RESORT BALLROOM. ENTERTAINED BY A LINEUP OF PERFORMERS FROM AROUND THE NATION, THE ACTS ARE OFTEN SEEN ON TELEVISION AND IN SHOWROOMS COAST TO COAST.
Nikki and Mike Vinn
Kathy Rodgers, Lindy Bartlett
Alison King and Sara Cox
Dorian and Jody Cougias
Nikki Martin, Michelle Burner, Wendy Kennedy
Dave and Carrie Jackson
Sharon Devoux and Ed Conlin
Mark and Mary Doyle
Shawn Bowen, Lynn Dumont, Kristy Jacob
Harborside Elegance Awaits
Discover Balboa Bay Residences in Newport Beach
Choose from 6 different floor plans for long term unfurnished apartments with bay views and luxurious amenities, as well as access to the Resident Membership Program where you can enjoy three pools, fitness center, in room dining, and multiple restaurants.
Our short-term and long term residences are the perfect choice for those seeking a luxurious and convenient home away from home. Contact our leasing department at (949)630-4379 or LBryan@balboabayclub.com for availability and pricing.
A BBC Family Business Legacy
THREE GENERATIONS OF THE BARNETT FAMILY MASTER THE STUNT PROFESSION IN HOLLYWOOD.
BY MATT MORRISON
The script couldn’t have been written any better for an energetic kid growing up in Newport Beach in the 1980s and ’90s. Play all sorts of sports, excel at just about everything, settle on becoming a pro surfer and ride that wave into a career in Hollywood.
Jeff Barnett didn’t necessarily plan his career path but the good fortune of his parentage and natural athletic ability made it almost inevitable. His father, Greg Barnett, is a 50-year veteran film and television stunt coordinator and he recognized early the opportunities his son could have in the industry.
With his dad’s entrée on set, Jeff worked his first gig as a kid stunt double at five years old in an early Sean Astin movie, B.R.A.T Patrol. He performed bike and skateboard stunts, swam and surfed on a slew of popular TV shows at the time, including Jake and the Fat Man and Simon & Simon. There were commercials and films, but it wasn’t Jeff’s focused occupation. The gigs were a good thing, but it was more important just to be a kid. The Balboa Bay Club was a big part of his childhood, and still is today as he raises his own two young sons.
“I grew up in the Bay Club environment; swimming and polo and basketball and cotillion, all the activities they offered,” Jeff recounts while he exposes his two boys; Curren, 7, and Slater, 5, to the same upbringing.
The lads share the same enthusiasm for action sports as their dad and grandpa. It shouldn’t go unnoticed the boys are named after the two greatest American surfers of all time, Tom Curren and Kelly Slater, both long-time friends of Jeff’s.
Guidance from his dad at a critical juncture kept the balance when Jeff was nine years old. Greg was contacted about a major film in
pre-production and Steven Spielberg himself wanted to talk to him about stunt performers.
Spielberg was casting for his 1991 blockbuster, Hook, starring Robin Williams and Dustin Hoffman. After a meeting with Spielberg, Jeff Barnett was the first kid the director hired for his ensemble of Lost Boys in the film. But when the lucrative gig that was originally a three month job turned into a six month commitment, the Barnetts balked.
Greg explained to Jeff, then in 4th grade, that working on the film would preclude him from playing out his basketball, Little League baseball and soccer seasons. He probably wouldn’t be surfing or participating in Jr. Lifeguards either. The look on his son’s face made the decision easy.
“I called the producer and told him Jeff was withdrawing from the movie,” Greg says without a hint of regret. “I wanted him to have a life, not be on the set all the time. I didn’t think that was fair for a 9-year old.”
That was a relief for the nine year old Jeff, too. He was always fully invested in whatever sports season he was in.
“It all mattered to me, all the sports and all the teams I played on,” he said. “I didn’t want to give up any of that.”
Jeff took up hockey and played that at an all-star level too. Though he continued playing basketball and baseball at Calvary Chapel High School, his true passion was surfing. And how could it not be; by the time he was a teenager he was winning prestigious competitions and turned pro. Jeff was making a healthy six-figure salary from sponsorships before he graduated high school.
At about that time, Greg was the stunt coordinator for the popular syndicated show, Baywatch. Of course, Jeff worked as a swimming and surfing stunt double on many of the episodes. When the hottest surfer on the planet, his pal Kelley Slater, was cast in a recurring role on the series, Jeff was usually the other guy riding the waves nearby.
That’s a pretty good gig, showing off on the waves with the most admired surfer ever while a bevy of the Baywatch actresses took notice. You could say things got hot on the beach and that’s about as far as we can take that story.
Greg was an accomplished waterman and it’s what launched his career in show biz. He was always interested in performing arts growing up in Long Beach and was a certified master diving instructor when a crew from the ’70s TV show, S.W.A.T., needed to shoot some underwater stunts. The producer noticed Greg teaching a diving class and asked for some advice. That’s all it took.
“I literally fell into stunt work,” he says, “and I don’t mean that to be a pun.”
The producer appreciated his knowledge and attention to safety and took Greg with him from project to project. First shooting underwater scenes, he progressed to designing all sorts of stunts from car chases, crashes, high falls, fights and fire scenes. Greg was soon the stunt double for series star Robert Urich on S.W.A.T., and that was just the beginning. Over his decades-long career, he’s doubled most of the biggest names in film and television, including Michael Douglas, Mel Gibson, Kevin Costner, Harrison Ford and
even Arnold Schwarzenegger.
He worked for many years as Robert Wagner’s stunt double and, yes, when his character ‘Number 2’ is back-flipped into a burning pit by the diabolical Dr. Evil in the original Austin Powers film, that was Greg Barnett. That’s something to tell the grandkids. At just seven and five years old, Curren and Slater are already showing they have the same go-for-it attitude as their dad and grandpa. Just like Jeff did growing up, the boys spend a lot of time around the BBC swimming in the pool, sliding off the dock and running around in the gym. Curren lists football, tennis and swimming among his favorite sports. Slater tops his list with basketball and dirt bike riding. Of course, both are budding surfers. Dad and grandpa are each pretty sure both boys will follow their path into the stunt world. Certainly they’ll have that opportunity.
Jeff has over 300 credits on his IMDB page, including his current role as stunt coordinator on NBC’s Quantum Leap reboot, the popular Euphoria series on HBO MAX, and the 2023 film, Cocaine Bear. He’s particularly proud to have coordinated much of the water stunts in three classic surf films of his generation; Blue Crush, Soul Surfer and Chasing Mavericks.
“It really has to be all about safety, and that’s what I’m teaching my boys,” Jeff emphasizes. “It’s safety, practice and rehearsal to get it right. It’s using the right gear; helmets, knee and elbow pads. It’s air awareness, on bikes, quads. It takes time, lots of rehearsal time to get it right. I’m grooming them how Dad groomed me.”
Fabulous Food and Extraordinary Wines
FABULOUS WINES FROM THE PRISONER WINE COMPANY DELIGHT THE BALBOA BAY CLUB CROWD AT FALL WINE DINNER
David and Sarah Ghannadi
Gretchen & Brain Krebs and Shannon & Governor James Papazis
Ryan and Jessica Steelberg, Governor Ryan and Amy Tomalas, Ryan and Kelly Switz
David and Kim Stoeckly
Sam & Jackie Kim
Liza Sucdec and Todd Iannini
Nicholas & Lisa Iannini
Mark and Shannon Burkhart
Chef Prabeen Prathapan
INSIDE THE RARIFIED WORLD OF NEWPORT BEACH COUNTRY CLUB
Robin Shelton CCM, PGA Master Professional General Manager
Newport Beach Country Club
Dear NBCC Members,
My recollection of the origins of Thanksgiving from preschool and early elementary school involves a celebration of thanks between the Pilgrims and Native Americans.
In the traditions of England, days of thanksgiving were important as a part of religious services. Before the early 1500s, there were 95 church holidays per year, where people were required to attend church and forego work. In 1536, reforms led to a reduced 27 church holidays. Later, these holidays were eliminated altogether other than major evangelical feasts, such as Christmas and Easter. The holidays were to be replaced with “days of fasting” and “days of thanksgiving,” especially after blessings.
The first documented Thanksgiving came to the United States in 1619, when settlers arrived in Virginia and declared:
“That the day of our ships arrival at the place assigned for plantation in the land of Virginia shall be yearly and perpetually kept holy as a day of thanksgiving to Almighty God.”
The more familiar Thanksgiving comes from the Pilgrims and Native Americans, who brought their tradition of days of fasting and days of thanksgiving after a good harvest and protection from a rival tribe.
My bride and I went on a recent golf trip and several things did not go as planned, but it gave me the chance to have my own personal day of thanksgiving that included:
• Healthy Legs: After encountering an elevator under repair, I was and am grateful for healthy legs to be able to climb flights of stairs.
• Cancelled Flight: How fortunate are we to be able to see different areas of the country, and travel by plane versus a slower mode of transportation, such as train, car or horse?
• Clothing: It rained and it was cold. I’m thankful to have the supplies and resources to keep me warm, and to have never had to worry about getting to an uncomfortable temperature in extreme heat or cold.
• Hotel Gym: I love to work out, but the hotel gym only had three pieces of equipment. I’m so fortunate that every day I have access to great equipment and can do any workout on any day.
• Bad Golf: I played lousy golf—really lousy golf. As Arnold Palmer once said on the sport, “it satisfies the soul and frustrates the intellect. It is at the same time rewarding and maddening, and it is without a doubt the greatest game mankind has ever invented.” We still were able to make some great memories and make a few good shots, which satisfied my soul. And I will be able to keep playing this incredible game and continue on the pursuit of improvement.
• Time: One of my most favorite feelings in the world is being able to hold hands with my wife. Long car rides and walks around new towns together are extremely special to me.
This year, Thanksgiving falls on Nov. 23. Consider not waiting for your traditional Thanksgiving and have some “days of thanksgiving” on both good and less good days.
All the best,
Robin Shelton
November Calendar
Feeling Fancy
NEWPORT BEACH COUNTRY CLUB YOUTH LEARN TO BE PRIM AND PROPER DURING THE ELEGANT COTILLION EVENT.
Ava Wilson-Hayden
Everett Jones, Dylan Rothman
Learning the waltz
Caris Anderson, Coulter Stewart
Third grade cotillion
Cotillion night
Eliminating Elevated Outcomes
CARLO BORUNDA, DIRECTOR OF INSTRUCTION AT NEWPORT BEACH COUNTRY CLUB, OFFERS ADVICE FOR GETTING RID OF HIGH SCORES IN YOUR GOLF GAME.
BY ASHLEY RYAN
For many, the score you earn on the golf course translates directly to how good of a golfer you are. While so many elements come into play—from your swing stance and posture to equipment and even the weather—Carlo Borunda, the director of instruction at Newport Beach Country Club, says that your score is simply the best indicator of how well you play golf.
“One of the most important goals for any golfer is to eliminate high scores. It
demonstrates that you are proficient in your technique and strategy for navigating a golf course,” he explains.
Here, Borunda discusses some of the most obvious mistakes made on the green and how to maintain lower scores.
BAY WINDOW: Why is it important to play to your strengths on the course?
CARLO BORUNDA: To shoot lower scores, it is critical to understand and play to your
strengths. A player who is more accurate with their irons or hybrids should choose to use them … [on] the narrower tee shots instead of continuing to use a driver that isn’t working or is less predictable. If you have trouble with bunker shots, it is best to lay up short of the bunkers in the fairways or near the greens to avoid the frustration these hazards can cause.
BW: What features contribute to a particular hole’s level of difficulty and do all 18 holes play equally challenging?
CB: A typical 18-hole golf course will have a mix of difficult, moderate and easy holes. The difficult holes are longer, narrower and have more obstacles, like dense rough or bunkers, to overcome. The most challenging golf courses to play also have more penalty areas for errant golf shots, such as water or out-of-bounds [areas].
BW: Which hole at NBCC is the most difficult, and how do you avoid making a high score on it?
CB: Because I like to curve the ball to the right, and the hole favors the opposite shot shape, the sixth hole is the most difficult for me to play. When I get to this tee box—or [to] any
Playing lessons with a PGA coach is an essential tool for learning how to play more strategically.
A PGA coach reveals how to handle trickier shots
hole that I feel is challenging—I remind myself that if my golf ball doesn’t find the fairway, and eventually the putting green, in regulation, the quality of my short game and putting will save me. I can then swing my driver without fear, allowing me to remain confident in my swing.
BW: What are the most obvious mistakes amateurs make that lead to higher scores?
CB: High scores are frequently the result of playing too aggressively when caution is the best course of action. The amateur will attempt the hero shot when faced with adversity. After an errant drive lands in the rough with several trees blocking their path to the hole, they will attempt to play their next shot through a small opening in the trees, which frequently results in hitting one of the branches and ricocheting into a more punishing area of the golf course. Instead, the expert golfer will choose the more sensible punch-out shot that lands and stays on the fairway, understanding that a bogey is a respectable score.
The putting green is another area where golfers can improve their scores. Regardless of the length of the putt or the difficulty of the green, the amateur will still attempt to hole their … putt in one stroke and will likely leave the green with three or more putts. The expert golfer will assess their chances of making the putt in one stroke, based on the distance their golf ball is from the hole and the undulation of the green. This assessment typically results in a more manageable tap-in from close range and a two-putt.
BW: How can your pre-shot routine affect your score on the course?
CB: Prior to addressing the golf ball, an effective pre-shot routine will assist you in weighing the best shot to play, practicing the swing required to play that shot and visualizing a successful result. Because of the confidence it provides, this type of routine will result in lower scores.
BW: How can you work to maintain those lower scores?
CB: Any golfer looking to improve must create a practice program that emphasizes retaining confidence in their strengths and addressing improvement in their weaknesses. To consistently shoot lower scores, shortgame skills and putting techniques must be honed. A player with superior touch on and around the putting green will always have the opportunity to save strokes and maintain a good round.
BW: How can your mental state impact your overall score?
CB: Like everyone else, even the best golfers in the world struggle with doubts. The difference is that these golfers concentrate on maintaining a positive attitude to the point … [that] they are confident that their next round will be better than the one before it. Amateurs tend to be too in the moment and frequently think that their current level of play won’t last if they are playing well and will continue if they are
playing poorly.
Training your mental attitude to remain positive when faced with adversity is essential to maintaining control of your emotions and shooting lower scores. I’ve trained my mind to believe that every missed shot is an opportunity to demonstrate that the other skills I possess will allow me to still be successful. This mentality can make all the difference when trying to keep a round together … [while] a negative attitude can easily tear it apart.
BW: What are some of the challenges or setbacks golfers may face when attempting to lower their scores and how can they better understand the process of improving?
CB: The patience required to achieve consistent success is the biggest obstacle to improvement. One of the main reasons people are drawn to the sport of golf is its complexity. Golfers of all skill levels value players who can shoot low scores. We must all keep in mind that, in this sport, perfection does not exist. The objective should be to enjoy the process of learning and developing new abilities.
BW: Anything else to add?
CB: Playing lessons with a PGA coach is essential for anyone who wants to improve. These sessions provide you with an honest assessment of how you think and play the sport. You will gain a better understanding of how the best players navigate the golf course to shoot lower scores.
Left: Prioritizing distance control when putting will enable you to leave the putting green with fewer strokes. Right: When faced with adversity, your ability to recognize and execute the correct shot will save you strokes.
Competition & Camaraderie
GOLFERS AT NEWPORT BEACH COUNTRY CLUB RECENTLY TEAMED UP FOR THE BELOVED ANNUAL MEN’S MEMBER-MEMBER TOURNAMENT.
Brandon Ball, Patrick Wolfe
Champions Ted Fike, Blair Walsh Dan Freimuth, David Close Earle Zucht, John Hargreaves
Jack Hayden, Brad Ohki
Jeff Caldwell, Jeff Bower
John Clarey, Rick Weiner
Joseph Shockey, James Shockey
Michael Coburn, Scott Boatwright Roger Hogan, Blake Wilson Hayden Taylor Butcher, Justin Vanderveen
Tom Naughton, Patrick Weston
Fine Wine
AT NEWPORT BEACH COUNTRY CLUB, THE FOOD AND BEVERAGE TEAM TAKES GREAT PRIDE IN PRESENTING BIG WINES, SMALL PLATES, WHERE MEMBERS CAN SAMPLE ELEGANT VINO AND LUXURIOUS FOOD PAIRINGS.
Halleigh Hill, Chelsea and Joel Block
Sarah Connolly, Christina Liljestrom with friends
Big Wines, Small Plates
Kory and Lauren Kramer with friends
Taryn Pilco with friends
Marie and Roger Hogan
John Blanchard, Danielle and Mike Close, Amy Blanchard, Brittany and Justin Morehead
Michelle and Brandon Ball
Michelle and James Carter
Hospitality for the Holidays
GET A BEHIND-THE-SCENES LOOK AT SOME OF OUR SPECIAL DINING EVENTS HAPPENING THROUGHOUT THE END OF THE YEAR AND INTO 2024.
BY AMANDA SANDERS
It is getting to be that time of year again: Scents of pumpkin and cinnamon fill the air, turkeys are flying off the shelves, families are gathering in celebration and all the stores are lining up their Christmas trees. The holiday season is back and the best way to celebrate the holidays with your family is at Newport Beach Country Club.
The holiday events at the club are one of a kind and our team does its best to create
memories that will last a lifetime for our members and their families. We strive to provide exciting activities, delicious food and genuine hospitality to ensure that our members enjoy every holiday event that takes place here.
Reservations for all of our holiday experiences open 45 days prior to the event. We have this policy to ensure that all members have an equal opportunity to attend. The start times depend on the
holiday, with bookings available every half hour. Our team will decorate both the Seahorse Grille and ballroom with bright colors and lots of fresh flowers to create a seasonal atmosphere. Every holiday event is always complete with a complimentary Champagne station in our lobby.
The holidays are some of our favorite times of year at the club. Our team enjoys hosting members for a one-of-a-kind dining experience and we are always honored to
be a part of the memories that you make at the club. If you are interested in making reservations for the holiday events, it is best to make them in advance. All reservations can be made at the host stand at the Seahorse Grille. We are looking forward to the holidays and we hope to see many of our members join us to celebrate at the club this season.
THANKSGIVING
Our Thanksgiving meal is the perfect way for our members to enjoy a relaxed and joyful time with family and friends. During the week of the event, our food and beverage team works hard to create delicious items for the holiday buffet. The best way to go above and beyond for our members is to give them something extra to take home, so we provide each member with a goodie bag filled with some food items that they can snack on or make lunch with for the next couple of days—because you can’t have a proper Thanksgiving meal without leftovers.
CANDLELIGHT DINNER BUFFET
On two Sundays in the month of December—
the 10th and 17th—we offer a fantastic holiday buffet filled with seasonal favorites. Reservations for this year’s candlelight dinner will be available from 5-7:45 p.m.
CHRISTMAS EVE
For Christmas Eve, we provide a special dining experience for our members and their families at the Seahorse Grille. Our culinary team strives to create an exceptional menu that brings out the holiday cheer and our service team makes sure to provide topnotch holiday spirit to every family they serve. The holidays are always an important time of year and we want to make sure we show our members just how grateful we are that they chose to join us for holiday festivities. Reservations for this event will open Nov. 9.
VALENTINE’S DAY
This night is just for couples—for the moms and dads needing a night out or for those who simply want to spoil their partner. Valentine’s Day dinner includes a coursed menu with the option to add wine pairings. And don’t forget
to take home some sweet treats, made inhouse by our pastry chef, Donovan Kolanek. Reservations will open Jan. 1, 2024.
EASTER BRUNCH
An Easter Brunch is unlike any other at NBCC. Our members can stop by to enjoy a wide array of brunch foods, endless Champagne, gorgeous flowers and live music. A bonus of this event is that all members are welcome to watch as the Easter Bunny parachutes out of the sky and links up with all of the kids for our annual Easter egg hunt. Begin reserving your seats on Feb. 15, 2024.
MOTHER’S DAY BRUNCH
The Mother’s Day brunch at NBCC is a true celebration for all of the moms in our lives. They can relax with an afternoon of mimosas, delicious brunch fare and the opportunity for family members to create custom flower bouquets that the moms can take home. This event gives moms the opportunity to unwind with loved ones, whether family or friends. Reservations will open March 28, 2024.
Say Goodbye to Seasonal Stress
FIND OUT
HOW TO REMAIN CALM AND COLLECTED IN THE MIDST OF THE HECTIC
HOLIDAY SEASON.
BY ASHLEY RYAN
Whether it’s planning out a curated menu for holiday dinner parties or checking everything off your shopping list before Christmas rolls around, there is so much to accomplish during the fall. When you add in visiting with the family, holiday events, healthy eating and working out, everything can seem daunting—and a full schedule likely won’t include much time to relax.
But it’s vital that we try to minimize stress, even during this time of year.
“Once fall starts, the weather changes and temperatures begin to drop, [and] we have less hours of sun exposure, which affects our Vitamin D levels,” says Bianca Gillett, director of recreation and fitness at Newport Beach Country Club. “… Think of vitamin
D as your immune support micronutrient. [Without it,] we naturally become more susceptible to colds, flus and other diseases during the holiday period.”
While the holiday season can be a lot of fun, it often comes with more food and alcohol consumption, increased social outings and less sleep, which allows the stress to pile up more easily. Gillett says keeping your immune system high is the best way to feel your best throughout fall and winter.
“We have enough to stress about in life in general, and even more so during the holiday season,” she adds. “If we learn how to take care of our bodies and have tools in our back pocket to keep us healthier, … [it] will naturally reduce our stress, which makes us more pleasant people to be around.”
PROS AND CONS
In addition to keeping us from getting sick, taking care of our bodies and reducing stress ensures improved mental health, less holiday weight gain, a better mood, and more energy to make it through the holiday season.
“Research shows that holiday weight becomes a major contributor to annual weight gain,” Gillett notes. “Managing stress and … [using our] helpful tips will help prevent this.”
Some of the most common ways you could be harming your immune system this fall are with stress or anxiety, alcohol consumption, lack of sleep, an unhealthy diet, dehydration, smoking or lack of exercise. Each of these tend to be exaggerated more during the holiday season.
Stress affects the body in a number of
ways, but it has the biggest impact on your immune system. You’ll likely find lowered immune defenses will lead to you becoming ill and also a decrease in recovery time. But, elsewhere, you might experience difficulty concentrating, irritability, mind fog, higher cholesterol and blood pressure, increased risk of heart attack, increased inflammation, aches and pains, muscle tightness and even gutrelated issues such as indigestion, bloating or decreased nutrient absorption.
But no one can manage your stress better than you can. With a little bit of knowledge on the subject, it’s easy to ensure you are taking the necessary steps to feel your best throughout the holiday season.
Gillett says that the best thing you can do for yourself is plan ahead. “I know it may seem more stressful at first to have to coordinate workouts and go out for events for the holidays,” she notes. “But trust me—doing the … extra work before your week starts will eliminate the bigger stress of feeling frantic throughout the week and eliminate the stress of feeling that holiday weight gain creeping up on you.” So, take a
deep breath, use the following tips to make a plan and enjoy the reason for the season.
TIPS AND TRICKS
Here are a few ideas on how to not only survive but also thrive this season:
1. Limit Indulging to Special Days
It’s true that no one gains a ton of weight by simply indulging on Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. “It is repetitive overindulging during the six-week holiday period where permanent weight gain can happen,” Gillett explains. A great way to combat this is to pick one or two days each week where you will let yourself indulge and stay on track with healthy eating the rest of the time. Whatever you decide on ahead of time, make sure to stick to—and keep up with your fitness goals—and you can minimize unwanted weight gain.
2. Watch Your Alcohol Consumption
While certain types of alcohol may be beneficial to heart health, you definitely need to keep an eye on the amount you’re drinking—especially during the
holidays. “Alcohol can boost your calorie intake, and any excess calories that aren’t immediately used for energy are converted to triglycerides,” Gillett notes. “…People who drink a lot of alcohol are more likely to eat lots of fatty foods [as well].” Higher levels of triglycerides can contribute to hardening of the arteries or thickening of the artery walls, which can lead to stroke, heart disease or heart attack.
3. Prioritize Your Own Health
No one is responsible for your own health but you, so do what you must to stay on track, no matter how many exciting events and savory meals you’re faced with. One way to do this is to focus on your fitness plan. “This will give you more energy and [ensure you’re] able to keep up with the holiday season,” Gillett says. “And, sadly, this is usually one of the first things individuals give up when stressed.” She notes that it’s also important to aim for seven to eight hours of sleep, delegate responsibilities, incorporate self-care activities and focus your holidays on fun or family rather than food and alcohol.
Glorifying the Grounds
GREENSKEEPER ROBERTO “BETO” VARGAS TAKES PRIDE IN HIS WORK AROUND THE NEWPORT BEACH COUNTRY CLUB COURSE.
BY ASHLEY RYAN
Few people can say that they’ve been at their job for over a decade—yet alone three. But greenskeeper Roberto “Beto” Vargas has been a crucial part of the Newport Beach Country Club agronomy team for 32 years now.
“MY GOAL IS ALWAYS TO BE THE BEST I CAN BE EVERY DAY”
Vargas was inspired to apply at the club in large part due to his father, who also worked there. Having already been working as a gardener before he started at NBCC, it was the perfect move for him and he has been happy there ever since. He was even able to work alongside his father for 25 years before the senior Vargas retired.
While he plays a number of roles on the NBCC golf course, his main tasks deal with irrigation, repairing tees and greens, and trimming trees. In fact, making repairs is one of his favorite things to do when he is working. All of this ensures that the course is in top shape so that members can have a wonderful experience when playing golf.
Ask nearly anyone that works at NBCC and they will tell you that it’s a wonderful place to work. Vargas particularly likes being around the other team members he works with. He also loves coming
into work early in the morning—he typically starts around 5:30 a.m.—so that he is able to get things done before the members begin to arrive and has more time in the day after he finishes his shift. When he’s not at work, he likes to stay home and spend quality time with his wife, Jeanette, and his children, Daniel, Brianna, Camila and Alex. When he’s not hanging out with his family, Vargas can often be found doing gardening in the yard outside his home—a true passion for him that translates into a great work life at NBCC.
As he continues on his journey here at the club, Vargas says he wants to continue to provide stellar work as part of the agronomy team. “My goal is always to be the best I can be every day,” he adds.
If you come across Vargas on the course, feel free to say hello and thank him for his work to keep the NBCC golf course in top-notch shape.
Roberto “Beto” Vargas
A Love Affair
NEWPORT BEACH COUNTRY CLUB MEMBERS CORY AND JANE ADLER SHARE WHERE THEY GO FOR DATE NIGHT, THEIR FAVORITE CLUB EVENTS AND WHERE THEY’VE MADE THE MOST MEMORIES IN TOWN.
Every so often, the editors of Bay Window send out a questionnaire to one of the esteemed members of an International Bay Clubs property to gain some insight into his or her life. These questions allow our readers to learn something new about old friends, or discover somebody they have not met before. For this issue, we’re getting to know Newport Beach Country Club members Cory and Jane Adler.
BAY WINDOW: Where are you from and how did you end up in Newport Beach?
CORY ADLER: I'm born and raised in Newport Beach. I grew up in the Heights and my parents still live in the same house in Cliff Haven. … We moved back down here in 2017, … eventually making our way to Dover Shores.
JANE ADLER: I spent my childhood up in Northern California. … My family moved down to Dana Point full time in 2005. … I ended up in Newport because I married someone from Newport and you’re
contractually obligated to then spend the rest of your life here.
BW: It’s date night. Where are you going?
CA: Once upon a time, it was Bandera for a Macho salad, but nowadays, a trip down to Selanne’s [Steak Tavern in Laguna Beach] will do the trick. I'm really liking Palmilla Cocina [y Tequila], too.
JA: We do the club a lot, especially with parent’s night out and kid’s club. … And I will second Cory on Palmilla Cocina—the coconut margarita will make you immediately forget about the fight you had in the car on the way over.
BW: Where do you spend your time at the club?
CA: Probably at the restaurant or wherever the kids are. I have spent an embarrassing amount of time on the Oasis Lawn chasing bunnies with my daughters.
JA: During the summer, we live at the pool. It’s the ultimate home base, with the slide and Swim Team and the kiddie pool.
BW: What do you like to do in your spare time?
CA: I love fishing and playing ice hockey. I’m a member of the [Southern California] Tuna Club, the oldest fishing club in the United States. … I also just finished up law school and that took up a lot of my spare time, so I’m hoping to get back to hobbies like fishing soon.
JA: I like to pretend I’m a stand-up comedian. … I also love to play pickleball, overcommit myself to social events, and help my good friend and fellow member Shanel Wheeler organize houses with her business Home On Point.
BW: What is your favorite event at NBCC?
CA: I’m a big Taco Tuesday guy!
JA: I love the luau, probably because I love any excuse to drink a mai tai. I’m also a fan of any night that the club offers child care.
BW: What can we catch you ordering at the Seahorse Grille?
CA: You can never go wrong with the burger.
JA: I eat my kids’ mac and cheese leftovers most days, but when I’m trying to act like an adult, I order the Newport sushi roll or one of the awesome seasonal salads.
BW: What is your favorite local eatery?
CA: C'est Si Bon [Bakery] sandwiches are a staple in our house. The Cannery is great for happy hour and harbor views.
JA: I love a good local coffee shop and have been a regular at Coffee Dose since they opened. Huskins [Coffee Co.] is another favorite because their shaken espresso will have you tackling your to-do list in record time.
BW: Where have you made the most memories here in town?
CA: Everywhere, really. My family has a home on Balboa [Island] and my mom owns a shop called Etc Etc. on the island, which has been in business for over four decades. We spend any chance we can down there. It is such a special place to grow up and has been fun seeing my own kids enjoy the island like we did when we were their age.
JA: Balboa Island. Some of my earliest memories are from trying to navigate the streets of the island on those surrey bikes with my mom. … The whole ferry/Fun Zone experience is just so pure and perfectly Newport. I love all of the parades and island pride Balboa has—it’s Americana at its finest. We also love Lido Isle, where my mom lives. She gets the credit for our love affair with NBCC, because she was the original member. Shoutout to Terry McGraw.
BW: What is your greatest accomplishment to date?
CA: My greatest accomplishment is becoming a father to two beautiful girls: Elle, 4, and Ava, 18 months.
JA: I made those girls from scratch so I’ll take credit for this. Elle and Ava are the unofficial mascots of NBCC; they’ve grown up at the club. … Besides keeping two children alive on a daily basis, my greatest accomplishment is turning this Q&A in on time.
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Exploring Paradise on Wheels
BLUEJAY ELECTRIC BIKES NOW AVAILABLE FOR RENT AT BALBOA BAY RESORT
BY FRANCINE SLOSSER
Nestled in the picturesque coastal haven of Newport Beach, where the sun-kissed shores meet the sparkling Pacific waters, a new and exhilarating mode of exploration has emerged. Balboa Bay Resort has partnered with Bluejay Electric Bikes to bring an eco-friendly and stylish dimension to members’ experiences. The availability of Bluejay Electric Bikes for rent at the resort has opened doors to seamless, sustainable and scenic adventures, redefining how one can savor the beauty of Newport Beach.
The original, vintage-inspired Bluejay offers a stylish new way to traverse Newport Beach’s charming streets and picturesque bike paths. The flagship showroom of Bluejay is situated conveniently in Newport Beach and is a haven for bike enthusiasts and novices alike, highlighting the electric bikes that have taken the community by storm.
Bluejay and Balboa Bay Resort’s partnership reflects a shared commitment to sustainable travel. With zero emissions and a reduced carbon footprint, these electric bikes allow members to explore without leaving a mark on the environment. It is an invitation to connect with nature in an environmentally responsible way, fostering a deeper appreciation for the region’s natural beauty. Whether seeking a leisurely ride to local cafes, a scenic journey along the coast, or a way to effortlessly navigate the charming streets, these electric bikes promise an unforgettable experience. Visit bluejaybikes.com for more information about the electric bikes and visit balboabayresort.com for more information about renting a bike at the resort.
SUNDAY SEAFOOD BRUNCH
Sundays 10am-2pm
$105++ per person, $48++ children 12 and under
Enjoy mimosas, sparkling wine, orange juice, coffee and tea alongside beautiful bay views and an assortment of decadent seafood, cl assic brunch favorites, and assorted desserts.
Visit balboabayresort com to make a reservation on OpenTable or call 949 645 5000
BALBOA BAY RESORT THANKSGIVING BUFFET
Feast on holiday classics including roasted turkey, apple bourbon glazed ham, sage rubbed rib eye, herb crusted rack of lamb, sweet potato casserole, and roasted stuffing. Also included are a charcuterie station, seafood bar, dessert station, and wine tasting station. Full bar is available.
Thursday, November 23 in Lighthouse
Seatings from 12pm - 4pm | Adults $120 | Children 12/under $60
Balboa Bay Club Members receive special pricing. Plus tax and service charge. Reserve now at 949.630.4801 or reservations@balboabayresort.com
Dreams Do Come True
THE COLLEGE ROMANCE OF KENDALL COZENZA AND JONATHAN BAILEY LEADS TO A ROMANTIC WEDDING AT BALBOA BAY RESORT
The wedding ceremony was breathtaking! The bay glistened, flowers centered the bride and groom, and there was much joy in the air as they said, “I do.”
Kendall and Jonathon decided to wed at the Balboa Bay Club due to the special place it has in their hearts. Kendall’s parents, Cory and Kimberly Cosenza, held their beautiful wedding reception at the Balboa Bay Club 30 years ago on September 11, 1993. Kendall has always loved coming to the Balboa Bay Club with her family, and cherishes all her memories there, beginning with swim team as a little girl, burger bashes with her family, and now date nights with her husband Jonathon at A+O Restaurant. Kendall has enjoyed bringing Jonathon via Duffy boat to the Bay Club since his first hometown visit when they started dating 7 years ago. The Balboa Bay Club was the perfect place for Kendall and Jonathon to say, “I Do!”
Kendall and Jonathon met the old-fashioned way, their freshman year of college at Texas Christian University in Fort Worth, Texas! GO FROGS! They met one of the first weekends of school in 2016 and have been inseparable ever since. Throughout college they attended many Kappa Kappa Gamma sorority and Sigma Chi fraternity events,
football games as TCU Rangers, explored each other’s hometowns during school breaks, studied countless hours in the library, vacationed together with their families, and graduated together in 2020. After a year of long distance while Kendall completed the Accelerated Nursing Program at TCU, they began their next adventure together in Denver, Colorado which is Jonathon’s hometown. The “real world” is treating them well as Jonathon is succeeding as a financial analyst at a private equity real estate firm and Kendall is absolutely loving her job as a neonatal ICU nurse, taking care of premature infants and their families. In their free time, they love snow skiing and fly fishing in the Rocky Mountains and exploring Denver with their furry best friend, Brandy the Bernedoodle!
Rowers paddling in the bay the morning of August 5th could hear the sound of giggling and singing coming from the Governors Board Room as they glided across the smoothest water. Kendall Cosenza, her bridesmaids, her mother Kim Cosenza, aunt Stacey Luyster, grandmother Sheila Trigon,
The bride and groom with their fabulous wedding party, posed in the newly renovated and gorgeous Bayview room.
newlywed bliss!
and mother-in-law Jamie Bailey were getting their hair and makeup done for the big day. Flawless Faces hair and makeup artists lived up to their name, and all the women nearest to the bride glowed with beauty. The women sipped champagne, took polaroid pictures, and enjoyed bagels as the glam squad did their work. The view of the bayfront was breathtaking, and it was turning out to be a stunning summer day. Kendall was blessed by the friends that came into her life. Maid of Honor, older sister, and best friend Kaitlyn Cosenza went above and beyond in her duties to make all the details come together over the
past year of Kendall’s engagement. Bridesmaid Jessica Ward is local to Newport Beach and has been a lifelong friend of Kendall’s. Hannah Bailey Lawhorn, sister to Jonathon, and Kendall and Kaitlyn’s sorority sister has been a great friend to Kendall from day one. Anna Burke and Kendall spent 4 years as high school varsity tennis partners and are quite a duo on and off the court. Kendall’s “East Coast sister” Margaret Wagner, and sorority sisters of Kendall’s from Kappa Kappa Gamma, Tessa Volpitto and Charlotte Sutherland, completed the bridesmaids group. Each bridesmaid was gifted a denim jacket with their name
embroidered on the back, as Kendall has always said “they’ve always had her back!”
Meanwhile, in the Admiralty room, the handsome groom Jonathon Bailey, and his closest friends adjusted their bow ties and suspenders and took a Fireball shot for good luck. Jonathon has surrounded himself with men from all stages of his life. The Best Man, Dylan Peppelaar, and Jonathon became best friends in high school and have become like brothers since then. Groomsmen Sam Cofield, Harrison Finch, and Henry Schaefer, all Jonathon’s good friends from childhood front and center. Cole Graham, with the infamous mustache, was Jonathon and Kendall’s ride or die in college at TCU. Jonathon’s brother-in-law, Adam Lawhorn, and Maid of Honor Kaitlyn Cosenza’s boyfriend Eric Klein completed the groomsmen squad.
As the bride and groom were hidden away, guests started to arrive. Guests from outof-town and local to Newport Beach alike were amazed at the sparkling bayfront view leading up to the wedding ceremony lawn. As they approached the ceremony lawn, they were greeted with a custom acrylic welcome sign from Rise West Designs, fresh citrus water, and acoustic music from a band member of N’Demand. At the front of the aisle was a stunning lush floral arch designed by The Bloom of Time, which showcased beautiful arrays of white, pale blue, pops of fuchsia, and complimented with natural greenery. Abundance of roses, ranunculus, anemones, dahlias, hydrangeas, and touches of bright pink bougainvillea made the couple’s California coastal dreams come to life.
The family of the bride and groom made their way down the aisle to the acoustic version of “Somewhere Over the Rainbow.” The groom eagerly awaited his bride as the music changed to an acoustic version of “Landslide” the bride’s favorite song. Father of the bride, Cory Cosenza, walked his youngest daughter Kendall down the aisle, and there was not a dry eye in sight. As the bride locked eyes with her groom, many tears of happiness rolled down both of their cheeks. The bride was formally given away by both her parents, and the bride and groom made their way to the floral arch together. Brandon Muchow of St. Andrews Presbyterian church officiated the wedding and really captured the couple’s love, faith, families, and special relationship with each other. Brandon, Kendall, and Jonathon spent a lot of time together the past year focusing on premarital counseling and intentional conversations of faith which helped prepare them for their wedding day
The moment they said “I do” and became husband and wife!
and marriage. During the ceremony, Kendall and Jonathon took communion together, Hannah Bailey Lawhorn and Emily Fay read scripture verses, and then it was time to say their vows. The couple promised traditional vows to one another, and Jonathon kissed his bride! As the couple was introduced for the first time as Mr. and Mrs. Jonathon Bailey and made their way back down the aisle, all their guests (along with some boaters passing by) cheered as the song “You Make My Dreams Come True” played.
As the sun set, it was time for the wedding party introductions, to which each couple danced their way into the newly renovated Lighthouse room. The newlyweds were introduced into the room as everyone cheered and they began their first dance to “Forever After All” by Luke Combs, a song that has always been special to their relationship. The couple nodded to their Texas beginnings with a country two-step, many twirls, and ended with a dramatic dip. It definitely set the tone for the fun that was to come during the reception! As everyone took their seats, Cory Cosenza, Father of the Bride made his much-anticipated speech.
It was then time for the party to get started upstairs, so the newlyweds led their guests up to the Bayview Room where the band N’Demand greeted everyone, and dancing commenced. The father-daughter dance between Kendall and Cory showcased their incredible disco moves as they boogied to “More Than a Woman” by The BeeGees. Jonathon and his mother Jamie danced to “My Wish” by Rascal Flatts which is a song that they have always cherished together. Wedding traditions continued as Kendall tossed her bridal bouquet, and Jonathon tossed the garter. Many guests enjoyed taking pictures in the photobooth provided by Pixster. Hamburger sliders, French fries, ice cream, and wedding cake was abundant. As the night went on, singing and the dancing continued as the band played and kept guests on their feet. The saxophone player was a hit and engaged with the guests by coming off the stage into the crowd. Songs like “Don’t Stop Believing,” “California Gurls,” and “Dancing Queen” kept guests dancing all night long surrounding Jonathon and Kendall. The night came to an end as both the Cosenza and Bailey families danced and sang on stage with the band to close out the best day of their lives! A true sentiment of two amazing families coming together and supporting the start of the new Mr. and Mrs. Bailey!
The bride and groom with their adorable ring bearers and flower girls! From left to right: Griffin and Emma Costello, Nixon and Regan Cosenza, Lily Costello.
Kendall and her family were ecstatic all day!
Cosenza and Bailey Family! This crew has traveled together numerous times, with their most recent trip to Lake Muskoka, Canada, where Jonathon proposed to Kendall.
Turkey Day Inspiration
CELEBRATING NOVEMBER DELICIOUSNESS
BY LANA SILLS
Football, feasting on seasonal favorites and getting into the mood for autumn are all on my calendar this month. Looking for inspiration for your Thanksgiving dinner? Getting into the fall cooking mode is all about roasting, braising and baking…and of course grilling; we do live in Southern California!
If by chance you decide to turn your grill on, Turkey Under a Brick, spatchcocked or butterflied (when you remove the backbone, so it lies flat) cooks more evenly than a whole turkey…the result: a perfectly cooked, juicy bird in under an hour with the crispiest, most golden brown skin. Even better – this technique frees up your oven for all those side dishes and pies. For this delicious, moist, flavorful recipe, email Lanacooks@icloud.com.
And quicker and easier to make than a whole turkey, a Brined Turkey Breast is super moist and delicious! To make a sweet tea brine, mix whole peppercorns, halved lemons, brown
sugar, salt, coriander, thyme, honey and sweet tea bags. Add hot water to steep it all. Brine the turkey breast overnight in the cooled brine, then oven-roast or use your air fryer. Make your turkey leftovers into a stand-out Instagram post with the ultimate sweet, savory turkey sandwich…a flaky cut biscuit with blackberry jam, thin slices of turkey, Havarti or Pepperjack cheese and arugula.
Or, why not buy the perfectly cooked turkey at your favorite market? Then step out of the usual classic Thanksgiving sides and into homey and comforting fruit and nut couscous stuffing, mushrooms baked in parchment, cheese popovers and not-too-sweet and not-too-sinful roasted pear with red wine for dessert. Also, stuffed Cornish game hens give everyone their own drumsticks and individual easy-to-make birds.
November backyard tailgating…If you can’t get to the game, buy Andouille or any fully cooked smoked sausage, top with Colby cheese and wrap in puff pastry, then bake, and kick
it up with creole mustard for a big-on-flavor and low-on-effort opening game main. Serve jalapeño poppers that are spicy, crispy, gooey goodness, as your starter.
Game Day charcuterie board...A game day win that will earn you a standing ovation. For a casual feel, add pretzels, mustard and soft dippable cheeses, smokehouse almonds, pistachios, glazed nuts, Chex party mix, deviled eggs, cheese crisps, beef jerky in tall glasses, Pimento cheese, roasted red pepper hummus and a caramel dip with apples and pears. To make it a true meal, add crispy Buffalo wings, baked potato skins, spicy loaded nachos and rolled individual meat and cheese slices with artisanal breads. No matter who wins or loses, your friends and family will all feel satisfied when the clock runs out!
Make a batch of hot buttered rum, ideal for sipping and enjoying by the fire on a chilly evening. Serve boozy hot chocolate for the grown-ups table with vodka and peppermint liqueur, or add some tropical flavors of coconut rum and almond liqueur. I heard there is a warm Thanksgiving cocktail called Hot Penicillin – lemon juice, honey, water, single malt scotch and an orange wheel with whole cloves for garnish – for someone at the dinner table that is feeling under-the-weather (and let me know how it is)!
In this season of feasting and fun, be sure to take a few minutes of quiet to reflect on all the things you’re thankful for. Then go give your people a big hug. Happy Thanksgiving. Happy Football. Happy Autumn.
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Let Me Entertain You with Barclay Butera
BY CHRISTINE PHILLIPS FOR BARCLAY BUTERA INTERIORS
With the holiday season in full swing, our thoughts turn to warmth, togetherness, and merriment. It’s a time when we eagerly anticipate welcoming family and friends into our homes, sharing laughter, love and making cherished memories. If you plan on opening your doors to loved ones this season, it’s time to consider the vital role your interiors play in making your home a welcoming haven for entertaining. At our Harbor Island project we incorporated cozy seating areas, multiple bars, lounge seating and game tables for ample gathering. The holidays are synonymous with celebration and what better way to toast to the season than with a well-stocked home bar? Creating a beautiful bar setup not only adds a touch of sophistication to your space but also encourages guests to mingle and stay awhile.
The dining room is where the true magic of the holidays comes alive as it plays host to sumptuous feasts, heartfelt conversations, and shared joy. After a hearty meal, your guests may want to unwind in a relaxed setting and that’s where a well-designed lounge area comes into play. Whether a dedicated lounge room or integrated into the living space, lounge seating creates a haven for relaxation. Incorporating entertainment options like board games and music ensures your lounge space caters to various interests and activities that your guests may enjoy after dinner. Creating the perfect holiday haven for entertaining is an art that balances aesthetics and functionality. So, as you prepare to entertain this holiday season, remember that your home’s design can be the ultimate gift you offer to those you hold dear.
AUTUMN IN NEW YORK
FALL ADVENTURES IN THE BIG APPLE, FILLED WITH HISTORY, CHARM AND MYSTERY STORY AND PHOTOS BY
…And, the battery’s down, New York, New York, a wonderful town! I would agree with that song and every time I’ve been there, I had a good time. The most recent was a 5-night stay in the Big Apple before boarding a big cruise ship for a 10-day trip to Bermuda, historic Charlestown and Newport Rhode Island.
For this story I’m just going to talk about one of New York’s most intriguing and exciting destinations – Lower Manhattan. We have been to New York City several times and with each visit we try to stay in and explore one particular area as we have found subways can be extremely difficult.
We left John Wayne in the morning and with a plane change in Denver, it was evening before we finally arrived at a completely remodeled La Guardia airport in Queens. That old airport really looks good now. From there, especially at that late hour, it was a short ride to our hotel in Lower Manhattan.
The next morning was my birthday and the first day of sightseeing, I could see on a map
PATRICK O’DONNELL
two places I really wanted to see which were walking distance from our hotel: Wall Street, with the famous New York Stock Exchange and high-rise buildings that once held numerous international banking headquarters, and 26 Wall Street, where George Washington took the oath of office as our first president. This site was home to the first Congress, Supreme Court, and Executive Branch offices.
It was built in 1700 as the New York City Hall and was mostly torn down and rebuilt in 1842. It served as a Customs House and later, a part of the U.S. Sub-Treasury. Now it is part of the National Park Service that operates a museum inside the Greek revival structure called the Federal Building.
When we were looking at the exhibits, a National Park Ranger came up to us and asked if we would like a tour. For better than an hour, this wonderful guide took us through the long history of this historic building, but we were his only audience, and I am afraid to say that not that many people are passionate about early
American history.
He showed us paintings of our founding fathers and said, without flash, I could take all the photos I wanted. The stone that Washington stood on for his first inauguration is on display with a life size figure of him standing beside it.
Ugly scaffolds surrounded the famous twelve -foot tall bronze statue of Washington on the front of the building. Every time we have been to New York there has been reconstruction going on all over the place. It’s a mess, much like the 405 Freeway in Orange County.
Walking down Wall Street toward the Hudson River, we passed the NY Stock Exchange building with a huge advertisement for something flapping on its front. It was on this street that Alexander Hamilton had his home and the city built its first bank.
Further down, we came to one of our best finds in our New York City experience. We stopped at Fraunces Tavern near Battery Park which was built in 1719 by Samuel Fraunces. He owned and operated it as the Queen’s Head
Tavern during the 18th century. He was later Washington’s chief steward. This is a big place with numerous small rooms to sit and enjoy a pint and a meal.
So why is this establishment notable in a city of thousands of bars and restaurants? In the long room of this tavern, Washington bade a post-war farewell to his officers. There is a very famous painting and engraving of this party by Alonzo Chappel. That was the very room where we enjoyed our dinner. It was a wonderful place to celebrate my birthday with their special brew, fish and chips and oysters on the half shell. My wife had their famous pot pie and definitely no oysters.
The next day, we had reservations to visit a place that was one of the primary reasons we came to Lower Manhattan in the first place. And that was, of course, the One World Observatory perched atop the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere, thanks to a towering spire which elevates its height to 1,792 feet.
When we got to the Freedom Tower, as everybody called it, I realized perhaps this was not a good day for a visit as the museum was closed and the visibility was awful. Forest fires in Canada had made the air look like the worst smog day in the history of Los Angeles. But my wife and I said as we were there, we should go
ahead and take the pricey elevator trip to the top. It was said that the building was “crowned “ by an observatory from which you could see a “country mile.” Well, this day, you were lucky if you saw a country block. It is a beautiful, enclosed observatory with floor-to-ceiling windows. Looking out of the windows toward the East River, which was very close, I got a pretty good picture of the Brooklyn Bridge. Did you know that in 1884, P.T. Barnum led a parade of 21 elephants across the bridge to show it was safe?
However, I must say I like the views from the Empire State Building and Rockefeller Center better when you can stand outside and feel the wind in your face as you look over the rails.
A very helpful information guide told us about the history of the World Trade Center site going back to the 1939 World’s Fair. I asked her if there was another way of getting around Lower Manhattan other than cabs and walking. She recommended the Downtown Connection, little red buses that run from river to river from 10am to 8pm daily. They go all around Lower Manhattan and are especially designed for tourists. And, they are free. The guys on the front desk at our hotel never mentioned this service. I wonder…
When we left the Freedom Tower, we waited
about 5 minutes then hopped on the little red bus and took it all the way down to Battery Park to do something I have always wanted to do.
We stood in line for about 15 minutes then boarded the Staten Island Ferry for a 25-minute voyage through the harbor to the borough of Staten Island. When we got off the ferry, we had a quick bite to eat then got back on another ferry for the trip back. The ferry system operates 24/7 and is free. I’d say, along with the little red busses, that is the best deal in town.
From Battery Park, we hopped on the DART, the little red bus, for another short trip to South Street Seaport, which is a reimagined mall that was formerly the Fulton Fish Market. They have a nice little seafaring museum there that dates back to 1867. There’s also several interesting old ships moored there that you can board for a small fee.
The next day, we were back to Battery Park and boarded the “Miss New York” for a onemile cruise to see the Statue of Liberty up close and then head to nearby Ellis Island, a place I’ve wanted to see for a long time. But this little island is so interesting I am going to talk about it in the next story.
Part Two of O’Donnell’s East Coast adventure will follow in the December Bay Window.
Confidence Matters
FINALLY, A FLATTENING YIELD CURVE FITS FOR FUTURE FISCAL FITNESS
BY IVAN ILLÁN
Back on January 2, 2019, my article “Investing When Yield Curves Are Not So Shapely” was published for Forbes Finance Council, which discussed the economic challenges that emanate from a flat yield curve. Then, the spread between the 10 Year versus 2 Year US Treasury was sitting around 0.25%. By August 2019, the yield curve inverted slightly (-0.04%) for the first time since May ’07, just before the Great Financial Crisis (GFC ’08-’09). As of the writing of this article, the 10 Year yields -0.49% less than the 2 Year, which is an improvement from than the more severe inversion of -1.08% in July ’23. Staying vigilant about the slope of yield curves globally is a primary data point for our firm’s Investment Committee consideration, playing a critical role in our capital markets expectations.
Economic uncertainty persists when businesses and consumers wonder if they will be able to maintain their spending as-is. Changes in spending, whether corporate capital expenditures or households’ upgrading appliances, are based on confidence. This confidence could be sourced directly to their specific outlook on earnings. Households could worry if their income is in jeopardy of decline or even elimination, while businesses worry whether such household concern would begin to impact their sales. It’s a very delicate balance, and a self-reflexive cycle. Household worries lead to business worries which lead to household worries.
With market interest rates at levels not seen since the GFC, it’s to be expected that businesses are more likely to be concerned about their ability to meet debt obligation payments. Every CFO knows that reducing payroll is one of the most effective ways to quickly adjust spending to meet an increased level of debt service payments. Some workers know this too, which is how the cycle of concern gets fueled.
Ultimately, a flattening of the yield curve at this point in the economic cycle is a healthy indication. As demand increases for short-term debt, prices increase, thereby contributing to
falling rates on shorter maturities. Long-term debt yields increase as prices fall due to the selling associated with greater uncertainty over longer periods.
Both of these dynamics were explored in my 2019 article. These illustrate the normal and healthy functioning of the capital markets. However, market participants rarely view this as healthy, since it’s historically accompanied by high anxiety and panic selling across equity and debt assets. When yields rise on fixed income instruments to nominal levels that visually compete with equity returns in the near term, investors believe the old “bird in the hand versus two in the bush” adage. Major asset class rotation from equities to fixed income, albeit a
myopic pursuit, is a rational reaction.
For CFOs and business owners who are concerned about their debt service payments, it’s prudent to implement adjustments, whether it be a debt restructuring, hiring freeze, or more extreme payroll reduction. For workers, minimizing unnecessary spending to bolster savings would offer greater peace of mind should conditions deteriorate rapidly. For retirees living on fixed income, there’s tremendous opportunity to rebalance your investment portfolio’s asset allocation to take advantage of the paradigm shift underway in the debt markets. But proceed carefully, as different parts of the yield curve present varying degrees of market value risk in the interim.
“Children are the Products of their Parent’s Heart”
A THANKSGIVING MESSAGE
BY ALEX CHAZEN
Someone recently sent me a video of Dr. Drew Weissman, a physician and immunologist at the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Weissman had just been awarded the Nobel Prize in Medicine for his research and discovery related to nucleoside base modifications – basically the understanding of mRNA that allowed for the development of the COVID vaccine. The newly-minted Nobel winner makes sure that both of his parents (who are 90- and 91-years young) are on the phone, and then tells them about the award. However, it is what happens next that provided the inspiration for my column this month. After catching her breath and telling him how proud she is, his mother, Adele, tells him, “You are the product of our hearts.”
The video has gone viral, and by the time that you read this, there’s a good chance you’ve seen it. Dr. Weissman’s mother’s words have stuck with me though, now a week after I heard them originally.
I’ve thought constantly about the idea that we are the products of the hearts of our parents, and that our children are the products of our hearts. My grandfather used to tell me that we are all descendants of our ancestors – something that when I was 9 made absolutely no sense, because of course we are, but which now truly resonates as I try and teach my kids about our family that they never got to meet.
This time of year, this season of thanksgiving, makes you really look around and take stock of who surrounds us and provides meaning in
our lives. We look at who we can count on and where we have come from. We look around our tables at who has joined us, and who, sadly, is no longer there.
But Mrs. Weissman’s statement truly cut to the heart of everything that I typically look at around Thanksgiving – that it is the love that is shown to us that truly shapes who we are. While it is easy to push it aside, like 9-year-old me to my grandfather’s old-world truism, we really are the product of the people who raised us. At the risk of using too many metaphors in this column, the saying goes that it takes a village. This makes us the product of not necessarily the places we’re from, but the people who helped raise us.
All too often, we wait until one of these villagers dies before we can tell them how much they meant to us, how much they shaped the people that we have become. Fortunately, however, not all of these villagers have to be our elders.
This Thanksgiving, I’m grateful for the villagers who have shaped me into the person I am –the person that I am still becoming. The friends I see on the pool deck always willing to watch one kid while I chase the other, my friends from college that I text with every day but I see far too infrequently, the families going through the same phase of life as us – our kids being raised in a village together.
I hope that my actions and beliefs, and my children are found worthy by my ancestors of being the products of their hearts, and I wish the same for you this Thanksgiving.
Alex Chazen is a Partner with Lorber, Greenfield & Polito LLP. He can be reached at achazen@lorberlaw.com.
Words Matter
“THE PATH TO WISDOM STARTS WITH THE DEFINITION OF TERMS”…PLATO
BY DR. MICHAEL BRANT-ZAWADZKI
What does the term “doctor” mean, who can use it, and does it matter?
From the Oxford Dictionary: Doctor.
1. a qualified practitioner of medicine; a physician. (a number of synonyms are listed, including “quack”)
2. a person who holds a doctorate.
Increasingly, non-physicians are using the term “doctor” (including our first lady). Clearly, a doctorate degree allows the holder the use of that term semantically, contextual puffery or not. Nurses can obtain a doctorate, degree through a rigorous peer-reviewed process of study. PhDs in various fields likewise. All MDs are doctors. Not all doctors are MDs. All physicians are doctors, but only MDs and DOs can claim the title of physicians. Everyone is a provider.
The term clinician can be used for anyone in health care who work with patients, diagnosing or treating illness. Illness being a key word (aestheticians may not fit that term- they deal with beauty, not disease). A clinician might be a physician or nurse, a psychologist, or a speech-language pathologist, a physical therapist, even a chiropractor, as examples.
Most states allow clinicians with a doctorate degree to identify themselves as a doctor as long as they immediately clarify what their role and qualifications are.
Two states — California and Georgia — have banned the use of “doctor” for advanced practitioners who earned a doctorate degree.
California fined a nurse who called herself doctor, which sparked a lawsuit from others wanting to use the title after earning DNP degrees.
Two other states — Indiana and Florida — have introduced bills that would ban the “doctor” title, but the bills have been vetoed or not yet made it through the legislative process.
Why does it matter. Medicine is a profession, and graduates of medical schools and schools of osteopathy (DOs) go through a rigorous course of scientific study lasting years, as well as a years long subsequent apprenticeship training (residency) under the supervision of licensed practitioners typically in university settings. Using interchangeable terms by those not so educated and trained is demeaning to those that are.
But it is not about demeaning physicians so much as it is about the protection of consumers and or patients (not always the same, as increasingly health plans can be “consumers”), and their understanding of the type and value of services being provided. I would also argue that the proper use of the term physician has a psychological value to the recipient of such services. Faith and trust in those services being at the highest level has a therapeutic value, even if a component is the placebo effect.
Payment for services distinguishes the vernacular “professional” from an amateur. But a legitimate profession has a sociological definition (see Paul Starr’s book - “The Social Transformation of American Medicine”), it is legitimized by having a base of technically specialized knowledge. A profession’s validated knowledge rests on rational or scientific grounds; that is, an evidence base, or an accepted, certified body of knowledge (law) . That knowledge and competence is continually validated by the community of peers, and its continuing education standards. Perhaps most importantly, that professional knowledge results in judgment, advice, and actions oriented
towards a set of substantive societal values –health and well-being in the case of medicine. Service rather than profit is enshrined in its code of ethics.
Hence the medical profession is cognitive, collegial, and moral. Because of this process of legitimization, physicians achieve a coveted status of social and cultural authority. Such authority is a valuable asset. It increases the probability that people will follow a legitimate directive or call to action, and that a particular definition of reality and judgment of meaning and value will prevail as valid and credible. For example, we heed doctors’ warnings about smoking, taking needed medication, vaccinations for personal and societal benefit. Physicians’ authority also creates a dependency condition: Patients acknowledge the professional’s superior competence within a deep context of emotional and physical needs in the patient – the crucial physician-patient relationship. A component of this dependency condition actually promotes therapeutic success. Therefore, such professional/cultural authority is worth preserving and nurturing.
The term “provider” represents a significant erosion of the cultural authority physicians require. Having non-physicians pose as “doctors” in the health care setting is countertherapeutic, and at worst could harm patients. PhDs deserve the cultural authority that title confers in their particular disciplines, academic, engineering, and others such as doctors of jurisprudence. I would submit that anyone who passes the Bar can call themselves a lawyer, even if they did not go to law school (in states where eligibility for the bar exam does not require a formal course of study), but the client deserves to know the distinction. The term physician requires no explanation. The term doctor, however, may.
The term provider should be stricken from the lexicon of health care, as it is meaningless. As we go into the annual open enrollment period for healthcare benefits, see how many physicians are in the plan you are selecting. I hope this essay “provided” some clarity.
“Rivalries and Resurgence”
THANKSGIVING 2023 NFL TRIPLEHEADER
BY RYAN G. COOK
WASHINGTON COMMANDERS VS. DALLAS COWBOYS:
LOCATION: AT&T STADIUM
KICKOFF: 4:30 PM ET, NOVEMBER 23RD
In a night game that promises to be a thrilling conclusion to Thanksgiving football, the San Francisco 49ers take on the Seattle Seahawks. The Seahawks surprised everyone with a strong run to the Divisional Round in 2022, even after trading away their franchise quarterback, Russell Wilson. Geno Smith stepped up, earning himself a new contract, and raising questions about his consistency in 2023. The 49ers, on the other hand, defied the odds in 2022 by reaching the doorstep of the Super Bowl with Brock Purdy, Mr. Irrelevant, at quarterback. This year, they aim to overcome uncertainty at the position and maintain their competitiveness. Both teams have made offseason improvements, and the NFL’s schedule-makers expect this game to play a significant role in the highly competitive NFC West.
The 2023 NFL regular-season schedule promises an exciting Thanksgiving tripleheader that brings together long-standing rivalries and teams on the rise. While Thanksgiving is a time for gratitude and celebration, it’s also a tradition that football fans eagerly anticipate. This year’s lineup features a Green Bay Packers vs. Detroit Lions showdown, a classic Washington Commanders vs. Dallas Cowboys clash, and an electrifying San Francisco 49ers vs. Seattle Seahawks matchup. Thanksgiving football kicks off with a matchup between the Green Bay Packers and the Detroit Lions, an encounter that has often been a defining moment in their respective seasons. For one team, this game has historically spelled disappointment, while for the other, it has been a potential ticket to the playoffs.
GREEN BAY PACKERS VS. DETROIT LIONS:
LOCATION: FORD FIELD, DETROIT
KICKOFF: 12:30 PM ET, NOVEMBER 23RD
The Washington Commanders face the Dallas Cowboys in a classic NFL rivalry that has spanned six decades. However, these two teams find themselves in vastly different positions this season. Dallas is eager to break the curse of being stuck in the Divisional Round, and they have the talent to do so, led by star quarterback Dak Prescott. Meanwhile, the Commanders are looking to solidify their quarterback position with either Sam Howell or Jacoby Brissett, and Ron Rivera needs a winning season to secure his coaching seat. This Thanksgiving showdown sets the stage for a captivating matchup as Washington strives to keep pace with the Cowboys.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS VS. SEATTLE SEAHAWKS:
LOCATION: LUMEN FIELD, SEATTLE
KICKOFF: 8:20 PM ET, NOVEMBER 23RD Thanksgiving 2023 offers football enthusiasts a delectable tripleheader, with each game telling a unique story of rivalry and resurgence. Whether you’re a fan of the Packers, Lions, Cowboys, Commanders, 49ers, or Seahawks, this year’s Thanksgiving NFL lineup promises high-stakes drama and thrilling action on the gridiron. As the holiday season approaches, these games will give us plenty to be thankful for in the world of football.
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