CLUB TIMES VOLUME XXXVII, ISSUE 6 • WINTER 2023-2024
111 Wexford Club Drive | Hilton Head Island, SC 29928 | (843) 686-8810 | www.wexfordhiltonhead.com
In This Issue Message from the GM, 2 Employee News, 2 Letter from the Board President, 3 ASC News, 3 Foundation News, 4-5 Security, 5 Greens & Grounds, 6-7 Golf, 8-9 Tennis & Pickleball, 10 Harbour/Yacht Club, 11 Clubhouse Corner, 12-14 Wexford Clubs, 15 Member Photo Gallery, 16-17 Calendar, 18-20
Wexford Briefly BOARD OF DIRECTORS Officers: President: Stephen Carter Vice President: Terry Ramey Treasurer: Keith Poisson Secretary: Lynn Looby
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Directors: Mary Boland Michael Fajgenbaum Harry Mellon John Presley Chris Wycoff ADMINISTRATION OFFICE: Monday – Friday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM 843-686-6950
Welcome Dear Members,
While on the subject of surveys, we received the Executive Summary for the As promised, the staff and owner survey. Similar to management surveys and the staff and management Executive Summary were survey, we see and increase submitted by our vendor of in satisfaction scores with choice, Club Benchmarking. the management team and Let’s begin with a summary Board of Directors. The of the staff and management Patrick McGuire golf course and food and survey which was completed General Manager beverage recorded lower by Wexford staff and scores which was expected Management team. Although we with our challenging winter, spring golf still have work to do, employee and course conditions and operating the management NPS (Net Promoter clubhouse food and beverage program Scores) increased significantly. without an Executive Chef for several Wexford staff scored significantly months. We have addressed the golf above the industry average and eight course with a collaboratively formulated (8) points higher than last year and Golf Course Action Plan which will management improved by twentybe an evolving document that can be two (22) points. The one common found on the Golf tab of the website, theme in each department was the and by the hiring of our new Executive correlation the Direct Supervisor Chef. We appreciate the opportunity at role has on the staff where 70% felt hand and have put together thoughtful they were positively engaged by their strategies and a pathway forward. My supervisor. Although already above the hopes are by the time you are reading industry average, my goal is to lead this, the survey results and Executive and support the team, increase staff Summary will have been made engagement and raise the bar. We available to all Wexford residents. are implementing several tactics to As always, thank you for the support, increase staff engagement. Those and I look forward to seeing you at the include a Team Building exercise Club. scheduled for mid-November with the Food and Beverage team as well as an See you at the Club, active shooter training for department heads.
Patrick
EMPLOYEE OF THE QUARTER
Congrats to Mark Haefner!
Congratulations to Mark Haefner, Security, for being selected as Wexford’s Employee of the 3rd Quarter!
Letter from the Board President Hello Neighbors,
of them for their service and thank the candidates for being prepared to dedicate their time and energy in the service of our community. Well, Halloween has been and gone and It has been quite a year, with the main waterline Thanksgiving is literally around the corner as break underneath the pool deck at the beginning I write this. A recent trip to Atlanta with its red of the year, through the successful redevelopment and copper colored leaves barely clinging on to of Hole number 4, the stability of an engaged the trees, was proof that Fall really was in its late General Manager, the recruitment of a terrific stages and with the change of clocks the evenings new Executive Chef and numerous other smaller have suddenly become dark. I think most of us Stephen Carter but important steps forward. We will finish the though welcome the cooler weather and the President year strong with excellent cash reserves and a prospect of family gatherings and the Holidays. number of major capital items in addition to the Clubhouse Now for those of you that actually read these missives and Harbour Center Amenities Plan planned for 2024. The — and thank you for doing so by the way — you may be first of those will be the harbor lock gates project due to start thinking that you read something only a month or so at the beginning of the year. Despite challenges, overall back. Well the reason is that we are trying to move to I think we will look back at 2023 as a positive year for our seasonal editions of the newsletter, and this one is to cover community. December, January and February, i.e., Winter! I finished my last newsletter article by asking you to get Meanwhile, I am delighted that the proposed Clubhouse out and vote “yes” to our Clubhouse and Harbour Center and Harbour Center Amenities Plan passed with a Amenities Plan ballot, and this finish will be no different. comfortable majority reflecting that our community is Along with your selection of three candidates, please do committed to Wexford’s future. That said, at a recent vote in the annual ballot in support of the 2024 budget, the dinner with some of the others that were very involved in NPOIF increase and our Capital Expenditure program. the project, we all recognize that the real challenge has If I do not see you around beforehand I look forward to just begun. By the time you read this, we will have created welcoming you to the Annual Meeting on December 8th, a focused task force comprised of community volunteers during which your three new Board members will be with relevant skills to take on the next phase. This task revealed. It seems strange to be writing this, but another force along with Patrick McGuire and Dan Ogden then turn year has almost gone so allow me to wish you all well for their attention to selection of potential contractors. We what I hope will be a great Holiday Season and a Happy will ensure that we keep you up to date with progress as it occurs and as the timeline for the project firms up, we will New Year. share the details… so stay tuned. Sincerely, The other big Board topic at this time of year is the election of three new candidates to replace our retiring members, Mary Boland, Terry Ramey and Chris Wycoff. I thank each
Stephen
ASC News ASC Review Please remember the ASC must review and approve all exterior changes and major landscape changes. Prior to planning any improvements to your home, please contact the ASC Office to review the scope of your project.
Dumpsters are placed on properties for new home builds and renovations. They are placed for the sole use by the owner/ contractors of that property. No
Maintenance
It is the homeowner’s obligation to maintain their property according to the Covenants, Article V, Section 5.01. Some things to pay attention to are debris on your roof, dirty and/ or cracked driveways, mildew on your house and/or roof, overgrown landscaping. All properties are checked on a regular basis to
ensure that Wexford continues to be a beautiful place to live!
Unimproved Lot Usage
No homeowner or outside vendors are permitted to dump landscaping debris or household trash on any vacant lot at any time. In addition, no homeowners should utilize unimproved lots for pathways to and from the golf course, nor should they be used as dog relief areas. All dog refuse should be picked up and placed in the relief stations. Violators will be subject to compliance fines.
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Dumpsters
other homeowner living nearby nor contractor working at neighboring properties are authorized to use these dumpsters. Violators will be subject to compliance fines.
Wexford Foundation News
Wexford Foundation Gala Celebration
On October 21, the Wexford Foundation hosted its annual Gala at the Clubhouse. The black-tie affair gave the Foundation the opportunity to express its appreciation for the generosity of Wexford donors and recognize the trustees and committee members who volunteer their time and talent to sustain the mission of the organization. The evening began with time for guests to mingle over appetizers and drinks while Lucy Scandrett, “The Blonde Harpist”, provided beautiful background music. The reception transitioned to a sitdown dinner followed by Chairman Fred Noonan’s remarks about the Foundation’s status, opportunities, and challenges. The memorable evening culminated with auctioneer Sonny Huntley encouraging the audience to bid higher and more often during the live auction. Winning raffle tickets were then drawn for a Ladies Jewelry Set from Heritage Jewelers, and an Aventon Pace E bike from Hilton Head Bike Shop. The generous donors of the auction and raffle items deserve special thanks for helping the Foundation exceed its auction and raffle goals.
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The Foundation is pleased to announce that Paul and M.C. McEvoy have generously agreed to match contributions up to $75,000 from new donors to stimulate fundraising efforts through year end to support the 2024 grant funding. Since inception, the Foundation has been able to provide $2.4 million to more than 40 non-profit organizations to break the cycle of poverty in our local community — tackling hunger, homelessness, domestic abuse, and affordable access to healthcare and education. To make a contribution visit wexfordfoundation.com.
Wexford Foundation News
Security Marvin Morrison
Legacy Society supports future of Wexford
The Legacy Society was established in late 2022 to honor donors who wanted to include the Wexford Foundation in their estate plans. These planned gifts – typically by will, trust, or beneficiary designation are intended to provide long-term financial support and enhance the ability of the Foundation to sustain our mission well into the future. To date, the Foundation has received bequests of almost $400,000. The Legacy Society is open to any current or past members who would like to continue sharing their resources with the local community following their time at Wexford. For those who wish to be recognized for their contribution, the Foundation’s Trustees have established recognition levels for donor bequests. Recognition levels start at $25,000 – Gold, rising through $100,000 - Platinum, to $250,000 and above -Diamond. Members who decide to include the Wexford Foundation in their estate plans in 2023 at the gift level of $25,000 or more will be acknowledged as Charter Members of the Legacy Society. If your residency in Wexford and on Hilton Head Island has been an important part of your life, please consider contributing to the Foundation and becoming a member of the Legacy Society. These bequests will help ensure that the compassion and good works of the Wexford Foundation will be continued for future generations.
Chief of Security
Security Captain
(843) 686-8817
(843) 686-8817
mmorrison@wexfordhiltonhead.com
swilliams@wexfordhiltonhead.com
Reminders to help keep your Holiday Season safe As there is no parking on Wexford roadways, please reach out to me in your early planning of a holiday party, so we may help you develop a parking plan. Many neighbors work together during the holidays to provide parking in each other’s driveways. If you will be utilizing an adjacent empty lot, please remember to obtain permission, and let security know this has been approved. Remember when shopping, do not leave packages visible in your vehicle. Place them in the trunk or keep them with you until you are ready to return home. Do not carry so many packages that you cannot easily access your keys. You should have your keys in hand before you get to your vehicle, as you can activate the vehicle alarm with them or quickly enter the vehicle if needed. While decorating your homes this year, please ensure the outside lighting is not embedded on dry straw/grass as we had reported fires in the past. Never connect more than one extension cord together; instead use a single cord that is long enough to reach the outlet without stretching. Consider setting timers to turn lights on and off during evening hours or try a remote device that allows you to flick the switch using your tablet or smartphone. Always turn off the holiday lights when you leave the house unattended or when going to bed. Enjoy the holiday season and please remember to slow down while traveling along the roadways, while watching for pedestrians or animals who may be crossing or walking along a roadway, don’t be distracted by cellular telephone calls or texting while driving, obey the posted traffic signs and most importantly, Don’t Drink and Drive.
Stay safe,
Chief Morrison
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We are grateful to our generous donors who remember the Wexford Foundation with a legacy gift. For additional information, contact the Foundation Chair at chair@ wexfordfoundation.com, any of the Foundation Trustees, or visit www.wexfordfoundation.com.
Steven Williams
Billy Dearman
Director of Greens & Grounds (843) 686-8808, ext. 124 bdearman@wexfordhiltonhead.com
Greens & Grounds
Rob Grindereng Golf Course Superintendent
(843) 686-8808, ext. 121 rgrindereng@wexfordhiltonhead.com
LEFT: A drone image of the Wexford golf course taken on November 6th, the day tee boxes on Holes No. 3, 6 & 13 were overseeded. RIGHT: The same tee box shown on November 17th, after the perennial ryegrass had grown in.
Improvements kept us busy in 2023 We had a wonderful year here at Wexford! As we near the end of the year, let us look back on the things that have happened over the past several months: • With Billy Dearman stepping into his newly appointed role as Director of Greens & Grounds, Wexford hired Robert Grindereng as the new Golf Course Superintendent.
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• The limestone paths on the back nine have all been completed except for #16 which is scheduled for completion in 2024.
in great condition. The grass goes dormant in the winter months due to cooler temperatures and shorter days. One thing to keep in mind throughout the winter is traffic wear on the turf. Since the grass is dormant it will not recover from wear and tear damage until spring and summer when it is actively growing again. However, depending on the severity of damage, it might not recover at all.
• The fountain on #11 is fully operational again.
This can be avoided by limiting traffic on the turf. We will move our entrance and exit posts to spread out the traffic as much as possible.
• The golf course maintenance staff was hard at work in preparation for both men’s and women’s member/ guest tournaments.
We should also keep in mind how many carts go out. The less the better, as it will reduce the amount of stress put on the turf.
As we head into the winter season and new year, we can all do our part to ensure the golf course remains
One exciting thing the golf course maintenance team has done this year was overseed the tee boxes on holes
#3, #6 & #13. The overseeding of perennial ryegrass will help these tees withstand all the elements of the winter months. Perennial ryegrass seed has a quick germination period and once the tees are fully grown in it will allow us to rotate tee markers to fill divots with seed that will grow and fill in. Another benefit of overseeding is if there is rain, since the overseed is actively growing it will soak in the water and keep the tees playable. Aside from all the agronomic benefits to overseeding, it has an exceptional visual aesthetic and will add a tremendous amount character to these holes throughout the winter. The picture above on the left was taken November 6th, the day seed was dropped. To the right was taken November 17th. As you can see, the seed had germinated and is almost completely grown in.
New clock installed on Driving Range You may have noticed the recent installation of a Rolex-style clock at Wexford’s driving range. The clock, donated by twelve avid Wexford golfers who wish to remain anonymous, is the Cadillac of golf course timepieces, akin to the Rolex clocks one sees at major championship venues. Standing a statuesque 15 feet high with four-sided 36-inch dials, it is easily seen from the driving range to the chipping green, tennis courts, and ninth green. The clock, manufactured by the 181-year-old Verdin Clock Company of Cincinnati, took four months to produce. Among other refined features, the clock is hurricane proof, and time is constantly adjusted via satellite to account for daylight savings time, power outages and the like.
Scan the QR Code to view a timelapse of the installation process.
Wexford welcomes Rob Grindereng and the Charles Schwab Championship all in 2020. These opportunities taught him how precise the agronomic practices and planning need to be to push a course to its limits for optimal conditions for the top players in the world to compete for that given week.
In October, Wexford welcomed a new Golf Course Superintendent, Rob Grindereng.
During his career, Rob has worked at several PGA tour tournaments from the Korn Ferry tour to the Champions tour. Starting with the FedEx St. Jude
in 2016, 2017 and 2018. The Tour Championship at Eastlake GC in 2019. Waste Management Phoenix Open, TPC Colorado Championship,
Rob is very excited for this next chapter in his career as Golf Course Superintendent at Wexford. He says Billy and the team have done a fantastic job, and he is eager to incorporate his experiences and perspective into the mix and continue to elevate this golf course. Make sure to say hello if you see Rob around the community.
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Upon graduating from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, Rob moved to Phoenix, AZ where he spent the past 4 years working at TPC Scottsdale, Desert Mountain and Anthem Golf and Country Club moving his way up from assistant in training to 1st assistant. He attributes a lot of his success to his mentors who have pushed him to grow as a leader and strengthen his skills.
Scott Hunter
Director of Golf (843) 686-8812, ext. 141 shunter@wexfordhiltonhead.com
Golf
Bobby Blanken
1st Asst. Golf Professional (843) 686-8812, ext. 142 bblanken@wexfordhiltonhead.com
Taking a look back at Wexford golf in 2023 As we finish the season and look forward to 2024, now is a great time to reflect on another busy year in golf. By the end of the year, we are projected to finish with a record number of rounds – overall 22,000 (a new record). It’s great to see so many members playing golf on a routine basis.
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The Men’s Member Guest with 111 entrants completed in early November
with 72 members and their guests teeing off with hopes of glory. In the end, it was the team of Pete Halsey and his son Jeff who won the “wedgeoff” and were crowned the champions. The Ladies Invitational was played in the middle of October, with 84 ladies enjoying golf, camaraderie, and lots of champagne. The Seale team won the Overall Gross, while the Queen/ Ladaga foursome won the Overall Net.
Individually, we have had some great accomplishments throughout the year. Sue MacCormack and Zach Ruhlin won the Club Championship to Dan Lawless and Sue MacCormack claiming the prize, respectively, in the seasonlong 1983 Wexford Cup. Some of Wexford’s most improved golfers
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Continued from Page 8 this year (with a month still to go) are Mike Harrington, Mark Garrell, John Mims, Midge Crist and Mary Boland.
Bobby Blanken as PGA members. Scott Hunter and Hunter Miller had a successful tournament season.
Staff Recap
Hunter competed in the NC and SC Opens and did well in both. He also played well in the Carolinas Section Championship, finishing 26th out of 140+ players.
Congratulations once again to Bobby Blanken and his wife as they became new parents to a healthy baby boy back in July. And also congratulations to Hunter Miller, who successfully passed all his PGA schooling and became a PGA member, joining Scott Hunter and
Scott Hunter played in a couple of events this year, and his best finish was a 2nd place in the aforementioned Section Championship. This finish for Scott qualified him for the Club Professional National event in Frisco, Texas, next April.
UPCOMING EVENTS Thursday, December 7 9:30 am shotgun — WWGA Fall Closing Day – It’s a Charlie Brown Christmas: Team Scramble with lunch following play Friday, December 15 3:00 pm shotgun — Holiday Nine & Dine: Team Scramble
BOBBY’S BASICS
Best methods for dealing with an uneven lie The driving range is a great place to work on your game and warm up before playing, but it doesn’t always paint the full picture of what excitement is to come during your round. On the course, you will find yourself with the golf ball above your feet or below your feet, from time to time. Check out these simple rules to give yourself a better chance to execute your shot in these situations.
BALL ABOVE YOUR FEET
Ball Above Your Feet Typically, you want to start by taking one extra club and choking up on the grip a little bit. Next, stand up a little bit taller and aim slightly right of your target (or aim left for left-handed players) to allow for the ball to work back towards the target. Now that you are ready to make the swing, I like to keep my weight slightly back and create a little bit of a flatter swing, almost as if it is halfway between a golf swing and swinging a baseball bat. (see diagram at top right)
BALL BELOW YOUR FEET
Ball Below Your Feet
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To set up, take a little wider stance than you normally would and flex your knees slightly more as well. Next, take one extra club again, and aim left of the target (or aim right for left handed players) to allow for the ball to work back towards the target. The biggest keys after setting up are maintaining that extra knee flex during the swing and staying in your posture as best as you can. Standing up (or straightening your back) during the downswing will cause you to mishit the shot, top it, or flare it right of your target. The shape of your swing will be almost opposite of when the ball is above your feet. You will want to create a steeper angle of attack into the ball to get the bottom of your swing lower through the impact zone. (see diagram at bottom right)
Patrick Mason
Director of Tennis (843) 686-8816, ext. 150 pmason@wexfordhiltonhead.com
Tennis & Pickleball
Mike Pollard
Head Tennis Professional (843) 686-8816, ext. 152 mpollard@wexfordhiltonhead.com
RECENT EVENTS Friday Night Lights | Friday, September 29th Team spirit abounded at this fun tailgate event. In addition to tennis and pickleball, participants played “tennis cornhole,” bantered about their favorite teams, and enjoyed time with friends and neighbors. Thank you to Bobbi Arlotta and Karen Burston for organizing and to all of the members who helped make this fall event happen.
Ladies Doubles Tennis & Pickleball Tournament for American Cancer Society | Saturday, October 7th From Joyce Hollis, organizer of the event: The event had 119 participants between tennis and pickleball. Based on feedback from participants, the speaker, Dr. Tara Grahovac, breast oncology surgeon, was awesome. The event raised $34,669 with numbers still climbing. Wexford was a wonderful host. Patrick, Mike, Brian, Craig (in food & beverage), and all of the staff were so good to us, kind and considerate. We are grateful to the Club and the many Wexford residents who participated.
24th Annual Pro/Am | Friday, October 27th Members teamed up with a local pro for some spirited competition followed by lunch. It was a great opportunity to get some tips from those in the know and to play some competitive and fun tennis.
PICKLEBALL TIP
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Hand speed is an advantage in pickleball to get those overhead smashes, dinks, and ball direction changes. Here’s a drill that can help with hand-eye coordination as well as hand speed. • Have you and your partner stand across from each other in the no volley zones (inside the kitchen line). • Volley the pickleball back and forth with no bounces; Start at a slower pace then gradually increase speed as your reaction time improves. • Set a goal of how many you each hit with no misses, then up the goal as you improve.
UPCOMING EVENTS Wexford/Long Cove Challenge Come join us at home on Thursday, December 14th at 2:00pm for the ultimate challenge with our neighbors, Long Cove. We are looking for players of all levels to compete. Sign-up sheets are available in the Tennis & Pickleball Center.
Mark Dryden
Harbour Master (843) 686-8813 mdryden@wexfordhiltonhead.com
Harbour/ Yacht Club
Wanda Marshall
Administrative Assistant (843) 686-8813 wmarshall@wexfordhiltonhead.com
Boat Commissioning celebrates 11 vessels Our annual Boat Commissioning event is always fun as it allows us to help Wexford owners christen their new vessels into Wexford Yacht Club with breakaway bottles of champagne. That said, these bottles are now very tough to find on the open market so next year we will likely move to a rumthemed ceremony. However, just a few weeks ago, we commissioned 11 new vessels and, aside from a hatch of “no see ums,” we had perfect weather for the celebration. Congratulations to all the new boat captains and their families.
Lock Repair & Improvements In January, the lock will go through a scheduled and necessary refurbishment which takes place every ten years. This involves a substantial bit of work but is necessary so that it continues to operate properly, reliably, and safely. The good news is that it is a Wexford reserve-funded project (funds are already allocated to it) and it is scheduled for the January-February timeframe which is the least busy time for the lock throughout the year. The bi-annual channel dredging will be accomplished at the same time.
We ask for your patience as we get through these repairs. The work is to start on January 8th and finish by the end of February. Watch for periodic updates on scheduling, and call the Harbour Center anytime you have questions.
JOIN US FOR OUR ANNUAL OYSTER ROAST STAY TUNED FOR DETAILS
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So, what’s involved? The lock doors are completely removed, taken to Savannah, sand-blasted, balanced and repainted (this time with different paint which will inhibit marine growth). All of the rubber grommets and seals
are replaced. The hydraulic systems are flushed, inspected, repaired and tested, the pumps are serviced, the electrical components are inspected and upgraded and the mud in the bottom of the lock is dredged. Additionally, the flushing gates are cleaned and serviced, the lock door sills (in the bottom of the lock) are refitted and replaced if necessary, and for this go-round, the hydraulic rams will be upgraded with certain parts that have better wear characteristics.
Clubhouse Corner Craig Kandravi
Vivienne Smith
Food & Beverage Mgr.
Asst. Food & Beverage Mgr.
(843) 715-0913
(843) 715-0914
(843) 686-8810
ckandravi@wexfordhiltonhead.com
rmosco@wexfordhiltonhead.com
vsmith@wexfordhiltonhead.com
Winter Cocktail: Milk Punch
The Southern holiday tradition of milk punch is a milk-based beverage that commonly uses bourbon, whole milk, sugar, vanilla extract along with a dusting of spice, usually nutmeg. Think of the cocktail like Eggnog without the egg. It’s meant to be rich and creamy, so whole milk is the way to go here. Low-fat milk and certainly skim milk will produce a thinner, less satisfying drink, so it’s best to leave those for cereal. There are 2 types of Milk Punch. The traditional clarified or English milk punch takes up to 2 months to make. Southerners are more apt to celebrate with the quicker Bourbon Milk Punch. It is thought that milk punch was first created in the 1600s, reaching the peak of its popularity in the 1700s through the mid-1800s. Many famous people were known to be fond of this smooth-tasting libation. Ben Franklin created his own recipe for milk punch and enclosed it in a letter to one of his acquaintances in 1763. Queen Victoria loved the beverage so much that she employed a special company to supply the royal family with the drink. Ingredients 2oz Bourbon 3oz Whole Milk 1oz Simple Syrup 2 Dashes of vanilla extract The Club Times • 12
Robert Mosco
Clubhouse Manager
Steps 1. Add bourbon, whole milk, simple syrup, and vanilla extract into a shaker with ice and shake until well chilled. 2. Strain into a rocks glass, and garnish with freshly grated nutmeg and cinnamon stick.
UPCOMING EVENTS December 8th – Annual Meeting December 9th – Member Holiday Cocktail Party December 17th – Holiday Cart Parade December 24th – Christmas Eve Brunch December 31st – New Year’s Eve Dinner January 6th – Trivia Night February 11th – Super Bowl Tailgate at Waves February 14th – Valentine’s Day Sweetheart Dinner
Hours of Operation CLUBHOUSE DINING Monday Closed Tuesday & Wednesday 11:30am – 2:30pm Lunch Only (*Bar service until 5pm) Thursday-Sunday 11:30am – 2:30pm Lunch; 5:00pm – 8:30pm Dinner
CLUBHOUSE BAR
WAVES
Monday Closed Tuesday & Wednesday 11:00am - 5:00pm Thursday 11:00am - Close Friday-Sunday 11:00am - 4:00pm; 5:00pm - Close
Monday-Wednesday Closed Thursday & Friday 11:00am – 5:00pm Saturday & Sunday 11:00am – 7:00pm
TO GO HOURS
To find out the Daily Specials or to place To Go orders, call 843-715-0912 during the listed Clubhouse hours.
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CLUBHOUSE CLOSURES
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Friday, December 8th — Full Day Closure (Annual Meeting) Saturday, December 9th — Full Day Closure (Member Holiday Cocktail Party) Sunday, December 24th — Dinner Closure (Christmas Eve) Sunday, February 18th — Dinner Closure (Private Member Event)
Wexford Clubs
ETC A group of 13 Wexford ETC members recently made a three-day trip to Little St. Simons Island, Georgia. The group was treated to naturalists’ programs and tours, gourmet meals, and lots of fun on the 11,000-acre natural preserve. The perfect weather didn’t hurt, either!
Wexford Wine Club Interested in monthly wine seminars and tastings? Contact Robert Mosco at rmosco@wexfordhiltonhead.com to be placed on the list for the Wexford Wine Club!
Croquet The Wexford Croquet Club hosted its Wicked Wickets event on Sunday, October 29th. Everyone had Halloween fun, enjoying a round of croquet, finger foods and cocktails. 15 • The Club Times
Member Photo Gallery CALM EVENING IN THE HARBOUR
HAWK GUARDIAN
Photo by Ingrid Soldan
MEMBER GUEST WINNERS
Photo by Al Sutton
PUMPKIN MOONRISE ON BROAD CREEK
Congratulations to the winners of this year’s Men’s Member Guest Golf Tournament, Pete and Jeff Halsey!
Photo by Peter Rehm
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BROAD CREEK CLASSIC WINNERS
18-Hole Gross Champions: Deb Lasota & Sandra Kelley
18-Hole Net Champions: Mary Reed & Sue MacCormack
9-Hole Net Champions: Linda Crandall & Erica McEnery
Member Photo Gallery TRICK OR TREAT All of the ghouls and goblins came out for this year’s Spooktacular event! Hayrides, dancing and candy were aplenty.
CHANGE OF SEASON
Photos by Sue MacCormack
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Early morning dew on the pink Muhly grasses on the golf course — that’s how we know that Fall has arrived in our beautiful community!
DECEMBER 2023 Sunday
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Saturday 2 10am Men’s Day 10am Zumba Waves Football Tailgate
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4 Breakfast with Santa Festival of Lights
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5 9am Golf Croquet 6:30pm Mah Jongg (Harbour Center)
11 9am Golf Croquet 6:30pm Mah Jongg (Harbour Center)
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18 Holiday Cart Parade
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8:30am Christmas Eve Shotgun 11am Christmas Eve Brunch
31 NYE Prix Fixe Dinner
6 9am Ladies Bible Study 10am Fit Fusion 10am Men’s Day
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9am Ladies Bible Study 10am Fit Fusion 10am Men’s Day WWGA Annual Meeting
19 9am Golf Croquet 6:30pm Mah Jongg (Harbour Center)
25 9am Golf Croquet 6:30pm Mah Jongg (Harbour Center)
1pm Ladies Bridge
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9am Ladies Bible Study 10am Fit Fusion 10am Men’s Day
Ladies Day 9am Aussie Croquet 10am Yoga 5:30pm Member Happy Hour Chanukkah Dinner
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9am Ladies Bible Study 10am Fit Fusion 10am Men’s Day
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Ladies Day 9am Aussie Croquet 10am Yoga 5:30pm Member Happy Hour HHI Town Plan Presentation 2pm Wexford/Long Cove Tennis Challenge
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1pm Ladies Bridge
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Ladies Day 9am Aussie Croquet 10am Yoga 5:30pm Member Happy Hour
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1pm Ladies Bridge
Ladies Day 9am Aussie Croquet 10am Yoga 5:30pm Member Happy Hour
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Clubhouse Closure 4pm Annual Meeting Annual Meeting Dinner
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10am Men’s Day 10am Zumba Clubhouse Closure Member Holiday Cocktail Party
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Holiday Nine & Dine
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10am Men’s Day 10am Zumba
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30 10am Men’s Day 10am Zumba
JANUARY 2024 Sunday
Monday 1
2 9am Golf Croquet 6:30pm Mah Jongg (Harbour Center)
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15 9am Golf Croquet 6:30pm Mah Jongg (Harbour Center)
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9am Ladies Bible Study 10am Fit Fusion 10am Men’s Day
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9am Ladies Bible Study 10am Fit Fusion 10am Men’s Day
Ladies Day 9am Aussie Croquet 10am Yoga 5:30pm Member Happy Hour
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1pm Ladies Bridge
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Ladies Day 9am Aussie Croquet 10am Yoga 5:30pm Member Happy Hour
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1pm Ladies Bridge
Ladies Day 9am Aussie Croquet 10am Yoga 5:30pm Member Happy Hour
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9am Ladies Bible Study 10am Fit Fusion 10am Men’s Day
30 9am Golf Croquet 6:30pm Mah Jongg (Harbour Center)
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9am Ladies Bible Study 10am Fit Fusion 10am Men’s Day
Thursday 4
1pm Ladies Bridge
9am Ladies Bible Study 10am Fit Fusion 10am Men’s Day
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9am Golf Croquet 6:30pm Mah Jongg (Harbour Center)
Wednesday 3
9
8 9am Golf Croquet 6:30pm Mah Jongg (Harbour Center)
14
Tuesday
1pm Ladies Bridge
31 1pm Ladies Bridge
Ladies Day 9am Aussie Croquet 10am Yoga 5:30pm Member Happy Hour
Friday 5
Saturday 6 10am Men’s Day Trivia Night
12
13 10am Men’s Day
19
20 10am Men’s Day
26
27 10am Men’s Day
FEBRUARY 2024 Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
1
Ladies Day 9am Aussie Croquet 10am Yoga 5:30pm Member Happy Hour
4
5
6 9am Golf Croquet 6:30pm Mah Jongg (Harbour Center)
12
11 Super Bowl Tailgate at Waves
18
25
9am Ladies Bible Study 10am Fit Fusion 10am Men’s Day
13 9am Golf Croquet 6:30pm Mah Jongg (Harbour Center)
19 Intercollegiate Golf Tournament
7
Intercollegiate Golf Tournament 9am Golf Croquet 6:30pm Mah Jongg (Harbour Center)
26 9am Golf Croquet 6:30pm Mah Jongg (Harbour Center)
1pm Ladies Bridge
14
9am Ladies Bible Study 10am Fit Fusion 10am Men’s Day
20
Intercollegiate Golf Tournament 9am Ladies Bible Study 10am Fit Fusion 10am Men’s Day
27 9am Ladies Bible Study 10am Fit Fusion 10am Men’s Day
8
1pm Ladies Bridge Ladies Team Match Valentine’s Day Sweethearts Dinners
Ladies Day 9am Aussie Croquet 10am Yoga 5:30pm Member Happy Hour
15
Ladies Day 9am Aussie Croquet 10am Yoga 5:30pm Member Happy Hour
22
21 1pm Ladies Bridge
Ladies Day 9am Aussie Croquet 10am Yoga 5:30pm Member Happy Hour
29
28 1pm Ladies Bridge
Ladies Day 9am Aussie Croquet 10am Yoga 5:30pm Member Happy Hour
Friday 2
Saturday 3 10am Men’s Day
10
9 Valentine’s Couples Nine & Dine
16
10am Men’s Day
17 10am Men’s Day
23
24 10am Men’s Day