Volume 3, Issue #8 Holiday Edition 2018
WOODCREST WORD
Welcome to the Woodcrest Word Holiday Edition Newsletter Our seasonal newsletter for members of Woodcrest Country Club. We strive to make each issue useful and interesting for our members! Please reach out to us to share your thoughts.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Happy Holidays.................................................................... Page 2 Letter from Director of Operations, Patrick Lucas............ Page 3 Letter from Upcoming Director of Golf, Jason Howard.... Page 4 Fall Finale & Member Member Results.............................. Page 5 Ladies Golf............................................................................ Page 6 2019 Memberships............................................................ Pages 7-9 Course & Club Updates....................................................... Page 10 Socially Speaking................................................................ Page 11 Recipe with Chef Christina Rodgers.................................. Page 12 Oktoberfest......................................................................... Pages 13-14 Paint & Sip........................................................................... Pages 15-16 Fall Membership Reception............................................... Page 17 Thanksgiving....................................................................... Page 18 December & January Calendar .......................................... Pages 19-20 Social Events....................................................................... Pages 21-28
STAY IN TOUCH... Please feel free to reach out with any questions or comments. Golf Pro Shop 856-428-1243 ProShop@woodcrestcountryclub.com
Patrick Lucas Director of Operations 856-429-4300 x 107 PLucas@woodcrestcountryclub.com
Bill Torlucci/Jason Howard Director of Golf 856-428-1243 BTorlucci@woodcrestcountryclub.com
Event Sales 856-429-4300 x198 Events@woodcrestcountryclub.com
George Jordan Food & Beverage Director 856-429-4300 x 108 GJordan@woodcrestcountryclub.com
Julie Foran Member & Client Relations 856-429-4300 x178 JForan@woodcrestcountryclub.com
FOR RESERVATIONS... To make reservations at Bar 1929 please call 856-429-4300 x 195 or email Reservations@woodcrestcountryclub.com
Happy Holidays!
Stop in the club after December 10th to view all of our beautiful holiday decor!
club NEWS Dear Woodcrest Members,
December 2018
On behalf of the Woodcrest Country Club Team, I would like to thank each and every one of you for your continued support. I am pleased to announce that we had over 220 members and guests that attended our Member Appreciation Night and close to 300 for Thanksgiving. Be sure to book your reservations for the Storytime and Brunch with Santa on December 16th. Reservations are filling up quickly, so don’t be left out in the cold. On another note, please take advantage of the Early Pay Membership Dues Incentive which ends December 15th. In order to receive the incentive you must be paid in full by the 15th, not have any outstanding balances and must be a member in good standing. Don’t forget our Member Referral Program which continues through the spring of 2019 so take advantage of the incentive. For those of you who would rather pay in installments, we have the 3-pay installment plan for 2019, with payments due on February 28th, April 30th and June 30th. You will be billed accordingly. I am happy to report our membership continues to grow and flourish with 20 new members joining the club since the middle of October. Both the website and newsletter have additional information on memberships for your review. If you have any questions, please feel free to call Julie Foran, Member and Client Relations. I am excited to announce that Jason Howard, First Assistant Golf Pro from Tavistock, joined the Woodcrest Team on November 26th. Please welcome Jason to the club and feel free to stop by the Pro Shop and introduce yourselves. Jason’s email address is jhoward@woodcrestcountryclub.com if you would like to say hello or have any questions for him. He is looking forward to getting to know everyone. During the off-season, we will be busy with many capital projects and updates to the golf course. Some of the highlights are as follows: Complete bunker reconstruction on greens #1, #8 and #11. We will also be installing a comprehensive drainage system in #9 approach, as well as the new chipping green and #19 practice hole. This will go a long way in helping to remove excess water more quickly in an area of the course that has historically been a major drainage issue. We will also be working on cart paths, tree removal and pruning. Lastly, as I am sure everyone has heard, Bill Torlucci, our Director of Golf, is retiring at the end of this year. On behalf of Woodcrest, I want to thank Billy for his many outstanding years of service, dedication and hard work. We will be having a retirement party for Billy on December 10th from 6-9pm. Reservations are required by December 5th. Please join us in celebrating Billy’s retirement. We wish him and his wonderful wife Kathy all the best in their future endeavors. I wish you all and your families a wonderful and safe Holiday Season and a Happy New Year. If there is ever anything I can every do for you, please don’t hesitate to let me know. I look forward to a fantastic 2019 season. Kind regards,
Patrick Lucas Director of Operations
856-429-4300 x 107 PLucas@WoodcrestCountryClub.com
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Welcome
Jason Howard , PGA Dear Members, It is a pleasure and dream come true to introduce myself to you as the next Director of Golf at Woodcrest Country Club. I have worked in the golf industry since I was fifteen years old and my passion and appreciation—both for the game and all who play it—run deep. My family and I are beyond grateful for this opportunity to join the WCC community and are excited to hit the ground running. Although the winter season is upon us and weather conditions on the golf course grow colder by the day, I am excited to meet all the new faces of Woodcrest before a chilly round of golf, in the shop, around the club, or at Bar 1929. Talking with each of you will help me understand what makes Woodcrest Country Club the special place it is. During my first couple months, I’m looking forward to meeting as many members and staff as possible. My door is always open and you will see me preparing for next season and readying the golf shop, among other things – please feel free to stop by and say “hello.” I welcome your ideas, your suggestions, your stories about Woodcrest, your feedback, and anything else that can make your experience here at WCC even more enjoyable. A special thank you is in order to Bill Torlucci for his many years of service and contribution to Woodcrest Country Club. We are all wishing him a wonderful retirement. Bill and I will be working together for the next month, and I am eager to learn the Woodcrest ropes from him. I am especially thankful to Bill, Patrick, and the staff for helping me get acclimated. The team is looking forward to 2019 and some exciting developments we will be able to share with you over the course of the year! I hope everyone has a safe and happy holiday season. If there is anything that myself or the WCC Golf Staff can do for you, please don’t hesitate to reach out to me.
Jason Howard, PGA Director of Golf 856-429-4300 x192 JHoward@WoodcrestCountryClub.com
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Fall Finale Results 1st Place Low Gross: (65) Alex Lahn, Neil Tarnopol, Gary Hechler, Sy Mogell 1st Place Low Net: (58) Dave Ungerleider, Jared Elster, Larry Cohen, Gerry Grossman 2nd Place Low Net: (59) Bruce Fox, Rich Josselson, Vance Propati, Craig Voelker 3rd Place Low Net: (60) Claudia Forte, Ken Korach, Brad Abrams, Robert Rosenfeld Closest to Pin Hole #3 - Ben Keyser 15’ Hole #5 - Keith Bader 10’9 Hole #7 - Alan Meltzer 18’ Hole #13 - Alex Lahn 5’11 Hole #17 - Michael Minoff 16’
Member Member Overall Results T-1st - Claudia Forte & Peter Matarrese Keith Bader & Jon Bettner
Score: 172
3rd - Steve Scott & Noah Hewitt
Score: 173
T-4th - Brian Lasky & Gary Abrams Justin Latvenas & Dave Alperstein Ben Keyser & Daren Petroski
Score: 176
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Ladies Golf The women of Woodcrest and their guests had a wonderful 2018 golf season. We are looking forward to next years Women's Group that meets on selected Tuesday evenings throughout the season for 9 holes of golf and gather in the clubhouse afterwards. We look forward to the women's kickoff meeting that will occur in early spring.
Woodcrest Country Club 6.
your
REFERRAL
is the highest compliment
YOU CAN GIVE US.
Receive a Dining Gift Card for Each New Member Referred to Woodcrest! *Exclusive of alcoholic beverages*
Membership Category of New Member
Dining Credit Amount
Advancing Single Golf , 30-39
$300
Professional Single Golf, 40 & up
$450
Advancing Family Golf, 30-39
$350
Professional Family Golf, 40 & up
$550
Young Professional Golf, 22-29
$200
Young Professional Golf Family, 22-29
$250
Weekday Single Golf
$350
Weekday Family Golf
$400
Husband & Wife Golf
$500
Junior Golf, 21 & under
$50
Pool & Social
$75
Visit our website to view more details. Contact the Pro Shop today with any questions or to submit your referral. 856-428-1243 or ProShop@WoodcrestCountryClub.com
Membership Incentives for Early Payment Pay your 2019 Membership Before December 15th and beat the price increase! Individuals and families who pay their membership dues in full by December 15, 2018 will receive the 2019 Early Pre-Pay Incentive Rate. Full dues payment must be received on or before 12/15/18. No extensions will be granted. Members must be current on their account in order to receive early pay discount. Rates below include sales tax. To renew or apply for membership, please complete an application or renewal application. These can be found on our website or located in the Pro Shop. ALL RATES INCLUDE SALES TAX Early Payment Membership Category 2018 Rates Incentive Advancing Single Golf, 30-39 $3,695.00 $3,450.00 Professional Single Golf, 40 & up $5,495.00 $5,150.00 Advancing Family Golf, 30-39 $4,095.00 $3,750.00 Professional Family Golf, 40 & up $6,750.00 $6,400.00
2019 Rates $3,700.00 $5,500.00 $4,100.00 $6,750.00
Young Professional Golf, 22-29 Young Professional Golf Family, 22-29 Weekday Single Golf Weekday Family Golf Husband & Wife Golf Junior Golf, 21 & under Pool Social Golf Pass
$2,600.00 $3,000.00 $4,000.00 $4,800.00 $6,100.00 $1,100.00 $750.00 $975.00 $2,800.00
$2,550.00 $2,895.00 $3,995.00 $4,750.00 $6,050.00 $1,100.00 N/A $950.00 $2,665.00
$2,400.00 $2,700.00 $3,850.00 $4,575.00 $5,500.00 $995.00 $695.00 $900.00 $2,665.00
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2019 Memberships Don't want to prepay? No worries! We have a new THREE INSTALLMENT PAYMENT PLAN OPTION
Pay your 2019 (Post-December 15th Pricing) Membership dues on the following dates: February 28, April 30 and June 30, 2019
Sneak Peak.. We have some changes up our sleeves
Socially Speaking... By George Jordan, Director of Food & Beverage
Dear Woodcrest Members, Unbelievable that this year has blown by as quickly as it has. Another hugely successful year for us here in the Food & Beverage Department. Banquet sales and events continue to grow! Woodcrest has received so many stellar reviews this year. Thank you to our executive chef, Abe Foy and his culinary team, our sales team, Nikki, Lauren and Nicole and all the employees that help to make Woodcrest the best. We will continue to elevate this club to higher and higher levels. This year has been filled with many changes in Bar 1929 and hopefully we enhanced the member experience. Like always, we owe our successes to all of you, the members at WCC. We thank all of you who continue to support the club. If there is ever anything that you feel can be done better to enhance your experience I am always open to suggestions and ways to improve. I look forward to another wonderful year serving you. As for the end of 2018 please join us for the remaining events planned. We have Billy's Retirement Party next Monday, December 10th from 6pm - 9pm and we hope you will all be able to join us. We wish Billy the best as he enters a new chapter of his life. We also have Storytime and Brunch with Santa on Sunday, December 16th. Seatings are at 10:30am and 11:00am, be sure to make your reservations before December 12th. After the holidays in mid-January we will resume Friday Night Live upstairs in the Club Bar. Please join us by the fireplace for great food, drinks and great times with friends and family. February will bring Valentine's Family Brunch as well as Valentine’s Day Dinner. Don’t be a stranger this winter! Hope to see you around the club. To our snow birds we wish you a warm sunny Florida winter! Best,
George
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Christina Rodgers Presents..
Ingredients..
Smothered Pork Chops with Apple Sage Chutney Sauce
4 Centercut Pork Chops 1 Cup Flour 2 Tablespoons Salt & Pepper 1 Tablespoon Onion Powder 1 Tablespoon Garlic Powder 1/2 Cup Chicken Broth 1/2 Tablespoon Cayene Powder 2 Granny Smith Apples - Peeled, Cored & Chopped 4 Sage Leaves Chopped 1/4 Cup Olive Oil 3 Tablespoons Brown Sugar 3 Asparagus Stalks
Instuctions.. 1: Season the pork chops with salt & pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, cayene powder. Pour the remainder of seasonings into the flour. Flour the pork chops. Heat the olive oil in a saucepan on the stovetop on semi-high heat. 2: Peel and chop granny smith apples, chop sage leaves. Place the pork chops into the heated pan and sear on both sides. Once complete, de-glaze the pan with chicken broth, turn down the heat to medium temperature. 3: Place the sage and apples in the pan. Pour brown sugar, salt and pepper and 3 tablespoons of flour in the pan. Let it simmer for 15-20 minutesuntil the sauce thickens. 4: Place the seared chops in the oven on 350 degrees, to finish cooking. Cut the asparagus and season it with salt and pepper. Pour a small amount of olive oil on top and place them in the oven. 5: Remove the pork chops from the oven. On a separate plate pour the finished apple sage chutney sauce over the pork chops. Lastly, place the asparagus on the plate. Woodcrest Country Club 12.
Thank You Members & Guests For Joining Us At Our Oktoberfest A special thank you to Stateside Vodka, Billy The Kid Band and Tonewood Brewing for coming out to ensure our Oktoberfest was a success!
Paint & Sip
Thank you all for joining us!
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Fall Member Reception
Thankful for YOU
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SAVE THE DATE
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g i N Returns Friday, January 25 y a
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Additional Dates & Bands To Be Announced Soon!
December Food Service Hours Monday: Closed Tuesday: 11am - 5pm Wednesday: 11am - 5pm Thursday: 11am - 5pm Friday: 11am - 5pm Saturday: 11am - 5pm Sunday: 9am - 5pm
We will be closed in January & February *weather dependent
Join us in the Club Bar for Friday Night Live!
Thank you for a wonderful 2018 Friday Night Live Season!
9am - 2pm | Bar 1929
FLEUR DE MER ROSÉ
Bagels $2 Broken Egg Sandwich $7 Belgium Waffles $8 Plain, Chocolate Chip or Blueberry Pancakes $9
Stuffed French Toast $9 Sweet Ricotta, Topped with Strawberries, Bananas and Maple Syrup
MIMOSA PITCHERS Three Eggs Any Style $9 Omelette $10 Eggs Benedict $12 Lox Plate $12
BLOODY MARYS
Bacon $5 Shredded Home Fries $2 Fresh Fruit $3 Sliced Tomatoes $2
Asparagus, Feta & Crab Meat Omelette $12 Toast Choice of: Fruit, Sliced Tomato, or Shredded Homefries
Western Burrito $9
Crab Cake Benedict $12
Wheat Wrap, Egg, Tomato, Onion, Peppers, Broccoli, Avocado Choice of: Fruit or Shredded Homefries
Crab Cake, Poached Egg, Hollandaise Sauce Choice of: Fruit, Sliced Tomato or Shredded Homefries
Football Sundays - ALL DAY SPECIALS 50¢Wings $5
Four Cheese Fries Soft Pretzel Mozzarella Sticks Chili Vegetable Spring Rolls Chips & Hummus
$6
Tuna Tostada Meatball Sandwich with Provolone
Chicken Quesadilla Bang Bang Chicken Cheesesteak Egg Rolls
$10
Eagles Burger
Cheese: American or Cheddar Mushroom, Onion, Bacon Cajun Fries
$3 Bottles $4 Drafts
Billy's Menu Retirement Party
Beverages
& B e m r i t unch y r o t S wit h Santa Sunday, December 16, 2018 Seatings at 10:30 am & 11:00 am Santa Arrives At 11:30am ∙ Storytime begins at 11:45am Bring A Camera for Pictures with Santa
Featuring Balloon Guy Gary!
Adults: $28 ∙ Children: $14 ∙ KIDS 4 & Under: FREE! (Plus Tax & Service Charge)
Omelet Station ∙ Scrambled Eggs ∙ Bacon ∙ Sausage ∙ French Toast Waffles ∙ Pancakes Carved Ham & Turkey ∙ Teriyaki Flank Steak Gourmet Salads ∙ Salmon Grilled Veggies ∙ Fresh Fruit Display ∙ Danishes ∙ Pastries ∙ Christmas Cookies & Cakes Children’s Chicken Fingers ∙ French Fries ∙ Mac & Cheese
RS V P By December 12th
856-429-4300 ext. 178 or Reservations@WoodcrestCountryClub.com 300 East Evesham Road, Cherry Hill, NJ | WoodcrestCC.com
Woodcrest Gift Cards
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