Volume 2, Issue #16 September 2016
WOODCREST WORD
Table of Content
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Update from Patrick
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Pro Shop News
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Bar 1929
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Socially Speaking
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Outing Spotlight
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September & October Calendar
Photo Contest Winner Congratulations to Rich Berman! He correctly identified the picture in August’s newsletter to be the putting green where a large mole had burrowed out the green. Rich will receive a $25 gift card to Bar 1929.
Contact Info Golf Pro Shop 856-428-1243 Events 856-429-4300 x 198 Bar 1929 856-429-4300 x 108 Woodcrest Country Club 300 East Evesham Rd. Cherry Hill, NJ 08003
Club news
Dear Members, As you can imagine, after a summer like this I am eagerly awaiting for cooler weather. This has been a summer for the record books. During the last two weeks of July leading up to the Pro-Am on August 2nd, we received over 14 inches of rain followed by some of the hottest temperatures we’ve seen in many years. The extensive rainfall coupled with the extreme temperatures has literally destroyed the turfgrass root systems, compromising the health and well-being of the grass throughout the golf course. Once the weather begins to break, we will begin seeding and aerifying areas where we experienced turf loss and decline. I anticipate a full recovery on the golf course this fall, which will make us even stronger for next season. We are by no means the only golf course in the area that has suffered the effects of the summer. There are many clubs throughout the region that have experienced major turf loss. We will be working hard throughout the fall to get Woodcrest back into the condition we have been known for. As we wind down the pool season, we are already beginning to think how to make it better for next year. I welcome your feedback and ideas on how to enhance that space. A special thanks to many of our members who have already conveyed to me ways in which we can improve that operation for next season. It’s not too late to book your holiday party or special event. George Jordan and the sales team will be more than happy to help plan and make your event memorable. Please support your club and make Woodcrest your special event venue. The fall is a great time to come out and enjoy Bar 1929 and the patio with the fire pits. We will be hosting Friday evening happy hours with live music throughout the fall. This has been very successful throughout the summer months and I anticipate that trend continuing. Bar 1929 is also a great place to come out and enjoy watching football on our large screen tv’s located both inside and outside on the patio. Lastly, there will be many special events taking place here at the club throughout the fall, so please make sure you mark your calendars and come out and enjoy the club. On behalf of the entire WCC team, I thank you for being part of the Woodcrest family. If there is ever anything I can do for you, please do not hesitate to let me know. Kind Regards,
Patrick Lucas
Director of Operations 856-429-4300 x 107 PLucas@WoodcrestCountryClub.com
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Pro Shop News Junior Camp 2016 Recap The juniors camp is a great way for your kids to enjoy the outdoors during the summer being active playing golf, tennis, swimming and pool activities establishing healthy exercise habits far beyond indoor video games or television. Golf is an active game and less injury prone then contact sports. Conditioning for golf improves strength of core muscles and support the spine, improves flexibility, and allows the kids the opportunity to be active and fit. They get to learn about golf in a safe environment which they get to develop lifelong friendships, develop social skills, and appreciate diversity as golf is a game that can be played for a lifetime by anyone regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, size, or skill level. It is a game that your kid will learn etiquette on how to behave towards self and others and teaches values such as truthfulness and strength during adversity. Gathering with friends to play golf gives the young golfers the opportunity to spend enjoyable times in friendly individual and/or team competition. The kids that participated in junior camp this year all said that it was a blast and the parents said their kids can’t wait to come back next year!
Course Closure Dates For the Month of September Monday, September 12th Course opens 6pm Practice Facilties open 2pm Tuesday, September 13th Course opens 6pm Practice Facilties open 2pm Wednesday, September 14th Course will close at 2pm Practice Facilties open 5pm Monday September 19th Course opens 6pm Practice Facilties open 2pm Tuesday, September 20th Course opens 5pm Practice Facilties open 1pm Monday, September 26th Course opens 6pm Practice Facilties open 2pm We are able to offer member other golf options. Please call the pro shop at 856-428-1243 for more information. Thank you and sorry for any inconvienence. -Bill
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Please sign up in the Pro Shop for the following Golf Events in September. Labor Day Mixed Tournament Monday, September 5th 2 Day Member/Member Tournament Saturday, September 17th & Sunday, September 18th Save the Date for Our October Events: Fall Finale Sunday, October 9th
Woodcrest Derby 2016 The Woodcrest Derby event, held August 13th & 14th was a huge success. Congratualtions to the champs:
Sal Galati & Vance Propati!
We had 50 players total this year and were able to make the following charitable contributions:
$1,000
Maccabi USA is a volunteer organization that seeks to enrich the lives of Jewish youth in the United States, Israel, and the Diaspora through athletic, cultural and educational programs. Maccabi USA’s most high-profile project is its participation in the World Maccabiah Games in Israel.
Men’s Stag Day Thursday, October 13th Red Tee Scramble Sunday, October 23rd
$1,000
The Disovery Ministries Retreat program has helped over 30,000 youth, young adults and family members particpate in spiritual retreats. They also offer a “home away from home” for families with chronically ill children, handicapped children or special needs children.
Congratulations to
Michael Hall! He aced Hole #3, 165 yards, on August 24th. Nice job, Michael!
$500
Located in Haddon Heights, NJ St. Rose of Lima Parish also runs the first Catholic elementary school started in this part of Camden County. Woodcrest Country Club 5.
Pro Shop News
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bar 1929 beer spotlight coming soon! We are excited to introduce new beers on tap from Tonewood Brewery, located in nearby Oaklyn, NJ this fall. Brothers Eli and Taylor Facchinei started the microbrewery last year. When it comes to the product, Tonewood is focused on quality. “I’m not trying to push the boundaries on giant flavors and ‘big beers,’” Facchinei said in a 2015 article from NJPEN. “I want to have very approachable, flavorful products for everybody from the person who does enjoy those giant, big beers to the person that doesn’t.” We are happy to welcome high quality local craft beer in Bar 1929 and hope you give it a try!
FOOTBALL SUNDAYS
ALL DAY SPECIALS
Beginning September 11th $7 Appetizers Buffalo Wings | Cheesesteak Egg Rolls Quesadillas | Flatbreads Chips & Dip | Fried Calamari
$3 Domestic Drafts & Bottles $5 Craft Beers
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Socially Speaking From the Desk of George Jordan Director of Food & Beverage
It is hard to believe that school is back in session, and football season will soon be upon us. I hope everyone had an enjoyable summer! Woodcrest has been extremely busy over the past couple of months, and just because summer is ending, doesn’t mean you can’t continue to enjoy the amenities we have to offer. Look for our Football Sunday specials and join us in Bar 1929. We have four large screen televisions for your enjoyment. Also, the Fall Bar 1929 menu will be coming soon. Friday night happy hours will continue on the Bar 1929 patio throughout the fall. Enjoy live music, great food and drinks with your friends and fellow members around our gas fire pits. What a fun way to enjoy those crisp fall evenings! Check the next page, and visit the member portal on our website to learn more about our upcoming events. If for some reason you are not receiving our member emails, please email our Marketing Department: Newsletter@fmgnj.com. If you are interested in booking your Holiday Party please contact me at gjordan@woodcrestcountryclub.com or 856-429-4300 x108. We still have some good dates available for luncheons and evening events. The food is excellent and the pricing is even better! Thank you to each and every one of you that continue to support Woodcrest!
All the best,
George
The pool will be closed following this Monday, September 5th. Thank you for a great 2016 pool season!
Continue using your membership through the fall & winter at our other great social events & dining at Bar 1929. 8. Woodcrest Word, September 2016
Upcoming Events Click the images for more details.
Cigar Night Thursday, September 15th | 7-10 pm A fall favorite among our members! Make your reservation before September 13th.
Taste of Italy Sunday, September 18th | 5-7:30 pm
Bourbon Street Jazz Night Thursday, september 29th | 7-10pm We’re transforming the fountain ballroom into a night on Bourbon Street! You don’t want to miss it.
Rosh Hashanah Dinner Sunday, October 2nd-3rd | Seatings Starting at 6pm Some call it the Jewish New Year, we call Rosh Hashanah the perfect time for celebration, great food & new beginnings all at the comforts of Woodcrest. Make your reservation today for the 2 night holiday.
Break the Fast Dinner Wednesday, October 12th | Seatings Starting at 6pm
ThanksGiving Dinner Thursday, November 24th Stay tuned for more details!
JCC Pro Am
August 2, 2016
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Outing Spotlight We were thrilled to be the host again this year for the annual Katz JCC Pro-Am Event on August 2nd. With 144 players, the proceeds raised benefited the JCC Camps at Medford and the Open Hearts/Open Doors program which provides inclusionary and specialized services for campers with developmental and/or physical disabilities. Cherry Hill Mayor, Chuck Cahn also received the Roger Davis Memorial Community Service Award. We’re already looking forward to next year!
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August Calendar of Events September Calendar of Events Sunday
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Mo n d a y
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Tu e s d ay Wednesday
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Thursday 2
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Happy Hour with Live Music from Anders Hyatt
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Course Opens at 6pm Practice Facilities Open at 2pm
Course Opens at 6pm Practice Facilities Open at 2pm
Course closes at 2pm Practice Facilities Open at 5pm
18 19 A Taste of Italy Dinner! Course Opens at 6pm Practice Facilities Open at 2pm
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Saturday
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Labor Day BBQ 11
Friday
Course Opens at 5pm Practice Facilities Open at 1pm
Course Opens at 6pm Practice Facilities Open at 2pm
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Happy Hour with Live Music from Jimmy Dunn
Cigar Dinner
Jazz Night
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October Calendar of Events Sunday
Mo n d a y
Tu e s d ay Wednesday
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Rosh Hashanah
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Friday 7
Saturday 8
Happy Hour with Live Music from Pure Acoustic 11
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Fall Finale
BREAK THE FAST
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Men’s Stag Day
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Happy Hour with Live Music from Keli Vale
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scramble 30
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Call 856-429-4300
for Dinner Reservations
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