2011 river club newsletter - sept/oct 2011

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In this IssueDining Theme NightsPage 6

Annual Labor Day CelebrationPage 9

Halloween Hoot1

Family Pumpkin CarvingPage 12

Spa WeekPage 11

Fall Fitness SchedulePage 17

Yellow Ball ChallengePage 20

Couples 9 & Dine and Friday Night LIvePage 21

Club ChampionshipPage 22

Men’s Member-MemberPage 23

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After another hot summer, I think we are looking forward to the arrival of cooler weather in September and October. These two months are arguably the best of the year with clear blue skies, lower humidity and cooler temperatures enticing us outdoors. In conjunction with the arrival of the fall, we have developed many new incredible activities and events that will also encourage you to enjoy the great outdoors. In addition, the NPS has installed 2 new bridges on the nature trail which now permits you to walk or jog the entire 1.2 mile section along the Chattahoochee River. We hope you will take advantage of this incredible perk to being a member at the River Club and enjoy the tranquility of the trail.

We look forward to the return of Couples Nine & Dine followed by live music on the pavilion each of the 5 Friday nights in September. We are also looking forward to variety of other events including the Labor Day Celebration at the pool, a Wine Dinner, Family Night Bingo in the Lodge, the annual Low Country Boil on the Back Lawn, the 3rd Annual Halloween Hoot and Dance, the start of the ALTA Tennis Season, the Annual Spa Week in October, and the Club Championship, Men’s Member-Member, and Couples Member-Guest on the golf course in the coming months. Details for these exciting events plus the many others can be reviewed in this newsletter or on the Club’s website at www.theriverclub-ga.com. Please remember to RSVP in advance if you plan on attending an event by calling 770-271-2529 ext. 10, or via email to [email protected].

The River Club will be hosting two member-sponsored private parties over Labor Day weekend and one member-sponsored wedding on October 8th. For this reason, member dining will not be offered on the evenings of Saturday, September 3rd or Saturday, October 8th. The Clubhouse will close beginning at 3:00 p.m. on these two Saturdays. Also, on Sunday September 4th, dinner service is available in the Men’s lounge beginning at 6:30 p.m. and advanced reservations are required. On Labor Day, Monday, September 5th, lunch will be offered at the Lakeside Family Sports Center as part of the annual Labor Day Celebration. The Clubhouse dining room is closed on Labor Day.

Juan Carlos Polo, the River Club’s Locker Room Manager, has started a shoe club for members. This program allows members (men and women) to have their shoes cleaned and polished for a low monthly rate. The number of shoes each month is unlimited and Juan Carlos is anxious to take care of your shoe cleaning needs. Stop by and see him at the Shoe Attendant station just behind the Golf Shop.

Thank you for your continued participation and support of the River Club. We look forward to seeing you enjoy yourself at the Club this fall.

Best Regards,

Chris Conner

General Manager

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Administrative Offices Information & Event Registration:: (770) 271-2529

Lakeside Family Sports Center | (678) 482-6588

Tennis Center | Reservations: (678) 482-6588 ext. 305

Apple House | Stop by to place an order (770) 904-3081

Club HouseGolf Pro Shop: (770) 271-CLUB (2582)

Dining Reservations (770) 271-3324

The Retreat Spa (678) 318-8632

Martha Ashworth [email protected]

John Brieck [email protected]

Byron Holmes [email protected]

Fred Lane [email protected]

Mary Lou Monaghan [email protected]

Craven Shumaker [email protected]

Advisory Board of Governors

Important River Club Closings

R.S.V.P. Policy

In an effort to better serve you, we ask that if you know you will attend an event that you please register in advance. In many cases it is necessary to have a minimum number of participants for the event to occur. With some events, if a minimum number of participants are not registered, we will unfortunately have to cancel the event, and only those who have registered will be notified of the cancellation.

River Club Contacts

Cancellation Policy

Please keep in mind when making reservations for the club’s social events and activities, all cancellations are due by 12 noon, two business days prior to the date of the event except when otherwise noted in the article. For events falling on a Sunday, Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday, notice of your cancellation must be received by 12 noon the Friday preceding the event. Member accounts will be charged at full event price in the result we have not been notified of your cancellation by the deadline. Thank you in advance for your cooperation with the club’s cancellation policy.

Saturday, September 3rd The Clubhouse will close at 3:00 p.m. for a member sponsored event.

Sunday, September 4thThe Main Dining Room will be closed all day, the Lounge will close at 2:00 p.m. Dinner service will be available in the Men’s Lounge. Reservations are strongly encouraged with limited seating.

Monday, September 5th The Clubhouse will be closed all day in observance of Labor Day. Please visit us at the pool for our Annual Labor Day Celebration.

Saturday, October 8th The Clubhouse will close at 3:00 p.m. for a member sponsored event. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

Halloween Hoot The Clubhouse will close Friday, October 21st at 2:00 p.m. to prepare for our Halloween Hoot. No dinner service will be available except in attendance of the event. The screened in porch is host to the Haunted House and will be closed Wednesday, October 19th through Saturday, October 22nd.

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White Oak Pastures works in cooperation with nature to produce premium quality beef that is healthy, nutritious, and good to eat. Care is given to ensure that all of their production practices are economically practical, ecologically sustainable, and that the animals are always humanely treated.

We believe that grass-fed beef is among the safest of the meat sources that is available to you and your family. Support of this product also enables you, as a consumer, to promote a sustainable food production system that has stood the test of time.

A great deal of medical research has been done to establish the benefits of naturally raised grass-fed beef. There are benefits of eating beef that is produced the way it was before modern factory farming changed raising cattle into an industrial production complex.

The way White Oak Pastures raises cattle causes their beef to be healthy for you. The way that the beef is processed makes it taste good. Most ground beef today, whether traditional, natural, or grass-fed is ground from the “left-overs” after the higher value cuts have been removed.

Finally, White Oak Pastures’ cattle are never grazed on public lands. They are raised by southern cattlemen on their own farms. These lands have been in the same families for generations and their production practices on these farms define sustainability and stewardship.

What are some positive aspects of White Oak Pastures’ cattle-raising methods?

• They choose to allow their cattle to roam freely, as nature intended. They are committed to the humane treatment of their cattle.

• Beef produced naturally on grass tastes better.

• Grass-fed beef is higher in beta carotene, vitamin E, conjugated linoleic acid (CLA), and omega 3 fatty acids. That is why it is healthier for you.

• Cattle should not be forced to fatten on high grain feed concentrates in industrial feedlots. Their cattle are given no antibiotics and no hormone implants.

• Grass-fed cattle have a naturally alkaline rumen. This minimizes the possibility of E.coli O157:H7 contamination.

• Their cattle thrive on a purely vegetarian diet that contains no animal byproducts. This further enhances your health and safety, and virtually eliminates the opportunity for the spread of BSE or Mad Cow Disease.

• White Oak Pastures’ beef is locally produced by their 140 year old Georgia family farm, supporting local business.

• Pasture-based agriculture is among the most environmentally friendly of the sustainable farming practices.

Chef Donna

Chef’s Corner

Why We Are Proponents for Grass-Fed Beef: Highlighting White Oak Pastures

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Dining – Hours of Operation

LunchMonday through Sunday (Closed Tuesday)

11:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m.

BrunchEvery Sunday

11:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. in the Main Dining Room and Lounge, featuring an a la carte brunch menu.

DinnerThursday through Sunday

5:00 p.m. until 9:30 p.m.

The club is closed entirely on Tuesdays.

Our casual lounge menu is available all day including during dinner.

Apple House HoursSunday through Thursday

(Closed Tuesday)

10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Friday and Saturday

9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Cabana HoursThrough September 2nd

Monday – Friday (closed Tuesday) 3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Saturday and Sunday 11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.

September 6th – 18th

Weekdays Closed

Saturday and Sunday 11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.

John Balsavage [email protected]

Roger Campbell [email protected]

Randy Davis [email protected]

Paula Dorough [email protected]

Ray Gross [email protected]

Stephanie Townsend [email protected]

F&B committee

Please call the Club’s Reservation Line at

770-271-3324 to make dining reservations.

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Butternut Squash 10

Chicken Stock 1 cup

Carrots, peeled and diced 2

Spanish Onion, diced 1

Roasted Garlic 4 oz.

Canola Oil 1 oz.

Celery, diced 4 stalks

Granulated Sugar 1 oz.

Brown Sugar ¼ cup

Cinnamon 2 tsp.

Nutmeg 1⁄8 tsp.

Bay Leaf 1

White Wine ½ cups

Water 2 qts.

Heavy Cream 1 ½ pints

Cayenne Pepper ¼ tsp.

Salt and White Pepper to taste

Halve lengthwise the butternut squash, and deseed. Spray a sheet pan with pan release, and place butternut squash with the interior of the squash face down. Roast at 375° until the squash is soft. Allow to cool down long enough to be able to pick it up, and then scrape out the meat of it with a spoon. Put the squash aside. In a large stock pot, sweat the celery, carrot, and onion in canola oil, roasted garlic and then add a bay leaf. Deglaze with white wine, and then add chicken stock. In a bowl, whisk together granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, cayenne pepper, salt, and white pepper. Add the sugar and spice mixture to the vegetables. Add 2 quarts of water and the heavy cream until it reaches a simmer. Add the butternut squash and puree with an immersion blender. Add more water if mixture is too thick. Serve with lightly sweetened whipped cream.

Enjoy!

Speaking of being good for you, here is a River Club recipe that is good for the soul!

Butternut Squash Soup

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Friday, September 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, & 30th 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.Clubhouse Lounge

Come join us every Friday night at the Lodge for a live, acoustic guitarist and themed drink specials! Enjoy a fun and relaxed evening with your closest friends and neighbors. Kids’ Klub will be available based upon reaching a minimum number of participants.

Friday Night Live

Character Night Thursday, October 13th The Smurfs

Each character visits from 5:30 p.m. until 7:30 p.m.

Dinner service is available from 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m.

Kids will enjoy visiting with the character while dining, themed coloring pages, and a yummy buffet.

Reservations for these evenings are strongly encouraged. The children’s buffet is $4.99 per child and other charges are based on individual meal orders.

We look forward to seeing you there!

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These themed dinners take place in the Club’s dining room and Lounge during regular dinner hours. Please contact the club reservation line at 770-271-3324 to make reservations.

Dining Theme Nights

Sunπaµ Brunc¬At the LodgeEvery Sunday 11:00a.m. – 2:00p.m.

Come up to the Clubhouse, and enjoy a peaceful afternoon at the lodge. We have a new brunch menu sure to please all appetites.

For Brunch reservations please call 770-271-3324.

Menu highlights include:

Tomato, Basil & Goat Cheese Omelet

Low Country Eggs & Hash

Eggs, Country Ham, Biscuits & Gravy

Huevos Rancheros Tacos

Smoked Salmon Quesadillas with Warm Tomatoes

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These themed dinners take place in the club’s dining room and lounge during regular dinner hours. Please contact the club reservation line at 770-271-3324 to make reservations.

Dining Theme Nights

Low Country Boil Saturday, October 1st

$30.00

The return of a premier outdoor dining experience! Enjoy the cooler weather with a

coastal themed buffet on the pavilion and $2.00 beer specials. Space is limited, so please make your

reservations early. .

Sock Hop Saturday, September 17th

$10.00

This fun evening will feature a DJ playing classics from the 50’s, a showing of Grease on the Pavilion, and a special A La Carte menu featuring burgers

and shakes.

Family Night & BingoWednesdays at the Lodge September 7th • October 5th • November 2nd

5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Dinner 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Bingo

KIDS 11 AND UNDER EAT FREE!

We look forward to seeing you there!

Join us the first Wednesday of the month in the lodge clubhouse and enjoy your favorite dishes off the regular dinner menu. The kids will order from their own complimentary menu, offering a variety of kid friendly options.

This special dinner had grown in popularity so we encourage you to make reservations as early as possible by calling 770-271-3324. Space in the Main Dining Room, where bingo is held, is limited so seating in this room will be first-come, first served. Pricing is based on individual meal orders.

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Chef’s Table The River Club Culinary Team is proud to bring back “Chef ’s Table” – a multiple –course tasting menu beginning October 1st. The behind the scenes energy put into a Chef ’s Table to make everything seem flawless to the Chef ’s guests is unsurpassed by anything else in the club. Your server is assisted by the River Club Culinary staff and the Chef will personally explain the menu, course by course. The exceptional evening will provide a memory to last for years to come for you and your guests.

Chef ’s Table evenings require a three to four hour commitment, so you will want to plan on getting seated by 6:00 p.m. They also require a two week advance reservation with a maximum of eight participants.

The menu can be a surprise, or the Chef will personally work with you to create a menu of your preference for the evening. The cost of for the evening is $100.00 per person for the six course tasting menu, and an additional $30.00 per person for wine pairs on four courses. Pricing may change based upon your personal requests on the menu. To schedule your Chef ’s Table evening, email [email protected], or contact Misty Clement at 770-271-2529, extension 10 during normal business hours.

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Wine Dinner An Evening with Julianna Martinelli

At the LodgeWednesday, September 28th 6:30 p.m.

The River Club presents a special wine and dinner pairing featuring the wines of the Martinelli Winery and Vineyards.

Martinelli Winery is a family owned winery in Sonoma that has been growing grapes since 1887 near Santa Rosa on River Road. This facility was one of Sonoma County’s working hop kilns at the turn of the century, and now it’s home to excellent Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Zinfandel made under the watchful eye of renowned winemaker Helen Turley.. Consulting with legendary winemaker, Helen Turley, Martinelli Winery has positioned itself as one of the premier wineries in Sonoma. Julianna Martinelli will delight us with her personal stories of the family’s history.

Price for this special event is $99 per person. To make reservations for this event please call Misty Clement at 770-271-2529, ext 10 or email [email protected]. This event will fill up quickly so please make your reservations early.

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To make reservations for these events, please call Misty Clement at 770-271-2529 extension 10 during normal business hours.

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Have you picked out your costume yet? It’s almost time for my favorite River Club annual tradition. This year is sure to be a blast with our growing membership and I am looking forward to meeting all the new families and couples that may not have joined us at the pool this summer. As excited as I am for October, we have a lot of fantastic events planned for September.

The 2011 Summer Camp video is almost complete! With a record number of attendees at some of the 10 weeks of camp, this video is sure to capture the essence of a River Club summer! Be on the lookout for the link to be emailed out and will be available for purchase if your child would like this keepsake.

The Activities Staff and I are looking forward to all the events happening this fall. We hope to see you around the Club.

Sincerely,

Kelly Smith

Activities Director

ActivitiesPool Information 2011 Pool Hours

August 15th – September 2nd Monday - Friday (closed Tuesdays) 3:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.Sunday 11:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. Labor Day Monday, September 5th 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m

September 6th – 18th Weekdays ClosedSaturday 10:00 a.m. -7:00 p.m.Sunday 11:00 a.m. -7:00 p.m.

Pool Cabana Hours Through September 2ndMonday – Friday (closed Tuesdays) 3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Saturday and Sunday 11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.

September 6th – 18th Weekdays ClosedSaturday and Sunday 11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.

The Pool and Sports Center are closed on Tuesdays and the pool may close early in cases of inclement weather. Dates and times are subject to change.

*Please RSVP by calling Misty Clement at 770-271-2529 extension 10 during normal business hours or email [email protected]. A minimum number of participants is required to hold these events.

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Close Down the Pool! Sunday, September 18th11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Make sure to help us close down the pool for the 2011 season with a full day of Random Acts of Aquatics.

Ice Cream SundaesSlide RacesCannon Ball ContestNoodle RacesPrize DiveAnd more!

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Kids’ KlubKids’ Klub facility and child care program allow members to have child care while taking the opportunity to make the most of the club’s amenities. Come work out, get a tennis lesson, play golf, get pampered at the spa or enjoy the Lodge restaurant while your child experiences the wonder of our Kids’ Klub. A child’s time at Kids’ Klub cannot exceed four (4) hours, and children must also be fully bathroom independent. Toddlers may enjoy Kids’ Klub if a parent is at the Sports Center and available for diaper changes. We request that you call 678-482-6588 extension 308 or 303 in advance if you know you will be using Kids’ Klub to ensure adequate staffing of the facility.

Fall Hours Monday – Saturday9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. (closed Tuesdays)

Sunday12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Special Pricing Unlimited PlansFall Unlimited Plan*$30.00 per month per child

Join us in Kids’ Klub for fun monthly themed activities:SeptemberJohnny Appleseed and I LOVE NY!

OctoberFall Harvest and Halloween Hoot

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Monday, September 5th 12:00 p.m. Buffet opens12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Family Activities

What better way to kick off the NCAA football season than attending our sports filled Labor Day celebration at the pool! Adults will enjoy participating in the Men’s and Women’s Division Beer Dive, kids will compete in our Sports Center Triathlon, and all ages can play in our sand volleyball court, Frolf course, and inflatable football toss arena.


Annual Labor Day CelebrationMenuAngus Hamburgers All Beef Hotdogs BBQ King Salmon Basil Grilled ChickenBlue Cheese Waldorf SaladBlack Bean & Corn SaladFresh Corn with Garlic Butter & ParmesanCherry Baked BeansHerb Roasted PotatoesCajun Mac & Cheese with Andouille SausageLima Bean SuccotashFrench FriesBroccoli Diced Fruit

Assorted Desserts

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Friday, September 16th 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Ages 3-12 years old$20.00 per participant; Monthly Kids’ Klub members will receive 25% off per participating child

Come join us for a night of adventure with Stuart Little this month. Kids will be making mouse face masks, playing the Suitcase Race Game, and making a boat out of items from nature just like Stuart Little did. Dinner will be served at 6:30 p.m. and is only guaranteed with a RSVP.

Friday, October 14th6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.Ages 3-12Lakeview Room$20.00 per participant; Monthly Kids’ Klub members will receive 25% off per participating child

During this spooky Kids’ Night In we will be spending our night with Casper the Friendly Ghost. We will be telling ghost stories, playing Wrap the Mummy Relay, Gravediggers and Ghosts, and Grave Keeper. Dinner will be served at 6:30 p.m. and is only guaranteed with a RSVP. Casper is rated PG and this night is sure to be full of ghostly fun!

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Flag Football Sunday, September 25th12:00 p.m.$5.00Sports Center

Disney On Ice: Dare to Dream Field Trip

Ages$35.00Saturday, October 15th1:00 p.m. Leave Sports Center

The River Club is going on a field trip! We are going to get tangled up with Rapunzel and Flynn, groove to the music of the bayou with Princess Tiana and Prince Naveen, and dream a wish our hearts make with Cinderlla and Prince Charming. Disney On Ice: Dare To Dream is at Philips Arena and we are hoping to give your children an experience they will always remember.

With football season in full swing, come spend your Sunday afternoon participating in a friendly flag football game. Bring friends, siblings, and anyone else who would like to compete in this intramural sport.

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HALLOWEEN HOOTFor adults and childrenFriday, October 21st6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.At the Lodge

Join us for our spooktacular Third Annual Halloween Hoot! This event has been quite a success the last couple of years and we are looking to make this the best experience our membership has had! A buffet dinner will be served along with a full signature bar.

We will feature a Haunted House for those who dare, a costume parade for the kids, and a costume contest for all with awards. Stop in and visit Halloween Town for the younger children complete with roasting marshmallows for s’mores and Witch’s Brew, pumpkin games, and more Halloween fun!

Take a trip on our hayride while a storyteller shares her spooky stories, get a glimpse into your future with our fortune teller, while a DJ gets everyone moving to the ‘Monster Mash’ on the dance floor. This is sure to be an event the entire family can enjoy, and couples can come and share in the fun!

Please note the Clubhouse will close at 2:00 p.m. to prepare for this fun event. No dinner service will be available except in attendance of the event. The Screen Porch is host to the Haunted House and will be closed Wednesday the 19th through Saturday the 22nd.

Seating is “open style seating” so that members can mix and mingle the night away! Reservations are required. The prices for this fantastic event are $20.00 for those 12 and older, $15.00 for ages5-11, and $6.00 for 4 years and younger.

For The KidsWerewolf Toes- Chicken FingersLochness Monster- BBQ SalmonVampire Brains with Witches Warts- Spaghetti & MeatballsPuppy Dog Tails- Mini Corn DogsWitches Warts - Broccoli with CheeseFrankenstein Brains- Green Mac & CheeseGhost Fluff- Whipped PotatoesCandy & Caramel Apple StationEcto Plasma – Scallion Whipped PotatoesCauldron Curry- Thai chicken Curry with Steamed RiceChupacabra - Lemon Portabella ChickenHalloween Cup CakesWorm Dirt- Gummy Bear & Oreo DessertPopcorn Balls

BeveragesHot Spiced CiderWitches Brew Punch

For The AdultsFall Garden Salad BarSinister Spread- Anti Pasta DisplayGaucamoldy with Creature ChipsThe Butchers Block- Carved Prime RibButternut Squash with brown ButterSmoked Gouda Creamed Corn

*RSVP by Wednesday, October 19th at 12:00 p.m. by calling Misty Clement 770-271-2529 extension 10, emailing [email protected] or by visiting the Club’s website at www.theriverclub-ga.com.

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Family Pumpkin CarvingThursday, October 27th6:00 p.m.Clubhouse Pavilion$15.00

B.Y.O.P. Bring your own pumpkin for our family pumpkin carving activity. We will supply the carving kits if you supply the pumpkin for your family. This is a great opportunity to spend time with your family or significant other and then enjoy dinner in the Lounge. Hot Toddies will be available for the adults and hot cider will be available for the children.


Gobbler Camp November 21st, 23rd and 25th10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

We invite the entire summer crew and all River Club children and friends to come spend this special week with us. We will play games, have special guests and create amazing and fun arts and crafts. More details will be available soon via the November edition of the River Current and Weekly Reminders, but it is never too early to sign up by contacting Misty Clement by calling 770-271-2529 extension 10 or by emailing [email protected].

Coming in November

Coming in November

Ladies ’ WeekLadies, reserve your spot for our Ladies ’ Week in November featuring Masterpiece Mixers, a limo holiday shopping trip with special lunch reservations and a cooking class to impress relatives in time for the holidays.

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Green Tip How to Read a Label

12 Simple Steps to Minimize Toxins in Your Personal Care Products:

Be Label Conscious: Start at the end, with preservatives.

Ingredients to avoid:

Words ending in “paraben”DMDM hydantoinImidazolidinyl ureaMethylchloroisothiazolinoneMethylisothiazolinoneTriclosanTriclocarbanTriethanolamine (or “TEA”)

Check the beginning of the ingredients lists, where soaps, surfactants, and lubricants show up. Try to avoid ingredients that start with “PEG” or have an “-eth” in the middle (e.g., sodium laureth sulfate). Read the ingredients in the middle. Look for these words: “FRAGRANCE,” “FD&C,” or “D&C.”

Enjoy $50.00 Spa Treatments! Spa Week® is a Bi-Annual Event that allows you to enjoy luxurious full-service spa treatments at the finest spas across North America for just $50 each

$$$$ Save more…Learn how! Refer a new neighbor, new member or new friend to The Retreat Spa during Spa Week and take advantage of a second full service offering for the same low price. $50.00! I know, it’s crazy!!!

October 10-15, 2011

Fall Product Feature: Pure Gloss for Lips

Two flattering shades housed in a petite, portable keychain locket

Jane Iredale donates 100% of all profits from the sale of each Roses and Lolipops compact to Living Beyond Cancer.

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Symbols of Solidarity

I have a tender spot for those “critical mass” moments when a particular story, photograph or symbol brings awareness to an issue and shifts the global consciousness. One that comes to mind is the emergence of the peace symbol of the sixties in demonstration against the Vietnam War. This symbol of peace is stronger than ever and permeates our culture in various and sometimes unexpected forms. Art, fashion, music and while traveling with my niece this summer, I was “turned on” to a bottle of “Peace Tea”. Go figure.

While researching the history of “The Pink Ribbon” for this issue, I was reminded of another symbol which had a powerful effect on the psyche of the Nation. In the seventies the wife of an American hostage taken in Iran, was inspired by a song to “Tie A Yellow Ribbon Around The Old Oak Tree” and so….in her front yard, she did. When the American press ran the story, yellow ribbons sprouted up across the country in solidarity. For the first time, ribbon became medium, ribbon became message.

A decade later AIDS activists looking for symbolism, turn to the activist art group “Visual AIDS” and turned the ribbon bright red, looped it pinned it to the chest of Actor Jeremy Irons and sent it onto the national stage during the Tony awards. Talk about product placement!

Once again, ribbons had arrived. Overnight, every charitable cause had to have one. After just a short time, they were so ubiquitous that

The New York Times declared 1992 “The Year of the Ribbon.” This set the stage for the evolution of the breast cancer “Pink Ribbon”

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First on the scene was the Susan G. K o m e n B r e a s t Cancer Foundation. In Fall 1991, mere months after the Tony awards, the foundation gave out

pink ribbons to every participant in its New York City race. This first use of the ribbon, though, was for Komen just a detail in the larger and more important story of the race. To really break out, the pink ribbon would need a situation in which the ribbon was the event. Sound familiar?

In 1992, Alexandra Penney, then the Editor in Chief of Self, was designing the magazine’s second annual Breast Cancer Awareness Month issue. The previous year’s effort, inspired and guest edited by Evelyn Lauder—Estée Lauder senior corporate vice president and breast cancer survivor—had been a huge hit.

The question was how to do it again and even better. Then Penney had a flash of inspiration—she would create a ribbon, and enlist the cosmetics giant to distribute it in New York City stores. Evelyn Lauder announced that she would put the ribbon on cosmetics counters across the country.

A week later Liz Smith wrote about a woman who was already doing a peach-colored ribbon for breast cancer.” The woman was

68-year-old Charlotte Haley, the granddaughter, sister, and mother of a woman who had battled breast cancer. Her peach-colored loops were handmade in her dining room. Each set of five came with a card saying: “The National Cancer Institute annual budget is $1.8 billion, only 5 percent goes for cancer prevention. Help us wake up our legislators and America by wearing this ribbon.”

When Self magazine called and told Penney “We want to go in with you on this,” Haley said “I want nothing to do with you. You’re too commercial.” At the end of September 1992, Self really wanted to do a ribbon so under the advisement of their attorneys, they decided to go with another color. They chose pink.

In Fall 1992, Estée Lauder makeup counters handed out 1.5 million ribbons, each accompanied by a laminated card describing a proper breast self-exam. They collected over 200,000 pink ribbon petitions urging the White House to push for increased funding for research.

Within a year, Charlotte Haley’s loop of peach ribbon hade made history and the pink ribbon had become a national symbol!

Thanks to all who are participating this year in The Pink Ribbon Classic at the River Club on Tuesday, September 27th.

Spa Services

The Retreat Spa offers aesthetics, massage and nail services daily by appointment. For package information or to schedule an appointment, please contact Spa Director, Mary Lou Davidson, at 678-318-8632.

Hours of OperationMonday 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Tuesday – CLOSED

Wednesday, Thursday and Friday 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Saturday 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Sunday CLOSED

Hours posted above are subject to change based on business levels.

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Fitness ForumKickboxing Cardo & AbsMulti-levelWednesday 10:00 a.m.

This 45 minute cardio will incorporate hear t-pumping kickboxing exercises and intervals to burn max calories. A 30-35 minute kickboxing segment will be followed by intense abdominal exercises and stretching.

Gentle YogaBeginnerThursday 4:00 p.m.

For beginners and those looking for a gentler alternative in fitness, this class will focus on restoring flexibility, balance and posture, while de-stressing the mind and body, building your fitness foundation.

Cardo Strength Interval (CSI)Intermediate/AdvancedFriday 9:00 a.m.

Feel the burn! Alternating boot-camp style cardio and strength training intervals, this combo workout is designed to improve overall strength and endurance. Ending with abs and stretching, it’s an intense, full body workout!

Class Descriptions

Pilates SculptMulti-levelMonday 9:00 a.m.

Pilates Sculpt incorporates traditional Mat Pilates with toning exercises for the core, lower body and upper body. This class will give you total-body sculpting and flexibility while improving your posture and the overall strength of your core muscles.

Kids’ FitnessMulti-levelMonday 4:00 p.m.

FUN FUN FUN is what this class is all about. Designed for ages 3-8 years old and any fitness level, Kids’ Fitness will feature exciting obstacles, fun drills, and other invigorating exercises. This one hour long class will keep kids moving, get their heart rate up and even wear them out.

Yoga FlowMulti-levelWednesday 8:30 a.m.

A class that combines all forms of Yoga while emphasizing various poses to in a non-competitive atmosphere to melt away the stress from the previous week.

Zumba Multi-levelSaturday 9:00 a.m.

Are you ready to party yourself into shape? That’s exactly what the Zumba® program is all about. It’s an exhilarating, effective, easy-to-follow, Latin-inspired, calorie-burning dance fitness-party™ that’s moving millions of people toward joy and health. Zumba classes feature exotic rhythms set to high-energy Latin and international beats. Before participants know it, they’re getting fit and their energy levels are soaring! It’s easy to follow, effective and totally exhilarating.

Monday

Pilates Sculpt9:00 a.m.

Kids’ Fitness4:00 p.m.

Tuesday Wednesday

Yoga8:30 a.m.

KickboxingBlast10:00 a.m.

Thursday

Yoga 4:00 p.m.

Friday

CSI 9:00 a.m.

Saturday

Zumba9:00 a.m.

Fitness Room Hours

The exercise room is open everyday, 24 hours a day, for your convenience. Use your member key card to access the room at any time. If your key card stops working, come by the Activities Department for a complimentary replacement. Lost keys will be replaced for a fee.

All fitness classes meet at the Sports Center, and are

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Club RunnersCalling all River Club Runners to join our new Running Club! With the help of our neighborhood experts we have established three routes for experienced and new runners to enjoy. This club’s mission is to bring running enthusiasts together to keep fit and create lasting friendships. Members who would like to use the Kids’ Klub facility for childcare during their run may do so only if they use one of the three routes. We hope to grow this club to include social activities, community races and fundraising opportunities. Please contact Kelly Smith by calling 678-482-6588 extension 303 to sign up for meeting times, information and emails.

Trail Options:

2.5 mile loop – Sports Center mailbox to trail and back

4 mile loop – Sports Center mailbox to trail and back past Sports Center to Kettle River Point cul-de-sac and back to Sports Center

5 mile loop – Take the 4 mile loop but make a left onto Whitestone Way to the Crescent River Pass stop sign then come back and end at the Sports Center mailbox

Personal Training

In home & on property

Personal training is available by contacting any of our fitness instructors at the Sports Center! Each person is different and each plan suits the individual’s needs and goals. Personal training charges are $30 per half hour, $60 per full, with buddy training sessions available.

Do you have fitness equipment sitting in your basement unused? Why not hire a trainer to train in

the comfort of your own home. Our trainers will come to your house, assess your fitness level and goals, and will train using your equipment.

Call our instructors to arrange a time:

Marian Simpson-DeJong 770-932-6531 home 770-714-7924 cell

Pamela Lindacher 678-613-5060

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Let ’s Talk Golf Superintendent’s Update

A nother summer has come and gone. It was another summer that was hotter than normal for a longer period of time than normal. The summer of 2011 started in May exactly where the summer of 2010 left off. In the month of May we experienced 10 days in the 90’s. Normally we don’t see many 90 degree days until mid June. That was followed by 21 days in June, then 26 days in July above 90 degrees. August continued the blistering heat especially the first week with temperatures just below 100. Hopefully, this is not the new norm for this area as far as summer weather is concerned. If so, bentgrass greens may be a thing of the past in this area. But for now, we have made it to September and that should mean some cooler weather which will allow the greens to heal from the recent aerification and be back to normal again. We used a little bit bigger tine this time to pull a core since we did not pull a core in June. Normally we use a 1/2 “ tine, but this time we went with a 5/8” tine to make up the difference. This may add a little more time to the recovery process than normal, but only a couple of days at most.

September is the month we will spray our pre-emergent herbicide to prevent fall and winter weeds. The main weed in focus will be poa annua. We have started to see a little more poa annua around the course which leads us to be concerned because we do not want it to spread and eventually get into the greens. We have mapped out the areas that we had the most poa annua this past spring and will target these areas with a different approach. To help keep the poa annua population down we have decided not to overseed the chipping green approach this year so that we can spray it with glyphosate (roundup) this January and clean it up. We will overseed the par 3 tees and the driving range tee in October after the Men’s Member-Member tournament. Those areas will be scalped down, seeded with perennial ryegrass then topdressed with sand. The areas will be watered everyday for seven to ten days until the seed has emerged and started to root. At that time we will back off the water and we will begin to mow the tees.

I would like to acknowledge my staff and thank them for helping see us through the last two summers. First, is my head assistant superintendent, Lydell Mack. Mr. Mack has been with the club for the last seven years and is one of the finest superintendents I have worked with. His dedication and work ethic is second to none. Next, is my second assistant superintendent, Efren Martinez. Mr. Martinez has also been with the club for seven years. He first started as irrigation technician and was promoted to second assistant this past spring. He knows every inch of the course and has been a great mentor to many young employees that we have hired. Third, is our equipment manager, Brian Whitehair. Mr. Whitehair is in his third year at the River Club after previous head equipment manager jobs at East Lake, Muirfield and Desert Mountain. His experience and knowledge is unmatched in this profession. Last, is my full time and seasonal staff, which some of them have been here for 5 years or more. These gentlemen are the ones that come in everyday and work hard no matter what the elements are and are proud to do so to make The River Club the best it can be and for that, I am truly grateful and blessed.

As you play the course this fall, take the time to say to thank you to some of these employees, they would definitely appreciate it.

If you have any questions, concerns or compliments you may email them to [email protected].

Sincerely,

Rob Roy

Golf Superintendent

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Golf

Men’s Interclub (River Club vs. The Manor)

Tournament Results

Yellow Ball Challenge Monday, September 5th

Time: 9:00 Shotgun

Cost: $35.00 for Members $85.00 for Guests

Format: Teams will be comprised of 4 people with one player per hole playing the yellow ball while the other three players will play a scramble format. Each player must play the yellow ball at least 4 times. Team strategy will come into play as to who plays on each hole. If the team loses its yellow ball, they are out of this competition and will play a four person scramble. This event is open to men, ladies and junior (10+). Players may sign up as an individual, partial team or team of four. Join the fun! Call the Golf Shop to sign up. Deadline will be Saturday, September 3rd.

Upcoming Golf Events

This years’ men’s Interclub came down to the home course. This team match play event was held on July 29th at The Manor and August 5th at River Club.

Three points were available for each match. One for the front nine, one for the back nine and one for the total. After the first match at The Manor, River Club found themselves down 10-8. River Club dug deep as The Manor visited on 8/5. Home course advantage proved true as River Club came back strong with a 15-3 win. The Interclub total was River Club 23, The Manor 13. Congratulations goes out to Tommy Crosby, Chip Burgess, Hal Brooks, Gene Whobrey, Allen Richardson, Bill Knox, David Cheek, Marty Russo, Nick Pappas, Mike Gill, Craven Shumaker, Steve Hamilton and Pete Baker.

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Come enjoy an afternoon on the course with your son or daughter. All teams must be Member-Member to participate in this event. Kids ages 5-10 will play from the family tee and kids 11 and older will play either the red, white or black tees. There will be a fantastic BBQ at the lodge following play.

Format: 9-Hole Modified Alternate Shot – Open to ages 5 & up

Time: 1:00 p.m. Shotgun

Cost: $40.00 per team

Couples golf & Friday Night Live are back for the fall. Each Friday in September we will have couples golf. This will be a nine-hole event with a FUN format. We encourage players of all abilities to come out for this laidback event. After golf it is time to sit back, relax and listen to some great music in the lodge. To sign up for the golf portion of this event please call the Golf Shop by Wednesday at 6:00 p.m. prior to each event.

Dates for September will be:

Friday, September 2nd Friday, September 9th Friday, September 16th Friday, September 23rd Friday, September 30th

Start time will be 4:00 p.m.

Couples 9 & DineFriday Night Live

Ladies’ Guest Day – Wednesday, September 21st

Ladies Guest Day gives you a great opportunity to entertain up to three guests at a very good price. We will have a continental breakfast beginning at 8:00 a.m. at the Apple House followed by a 9:00 a.m. shotgun. The format will be one best ball of two players. Members may bring up to three guests and would then have a best ball event with each guest. Gross and Net prizes will be awarded. After golf we will have a wonderful luncheon at the Lodge.

Deadline to signup will be noon on Monday, September 19th.

Cost: $35.00 per member & $85.00 per guest

Parent Child ChampionshipSunday, September 18th

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COUPLES POTLUCK

Sunday, September 25th Sunday, October 9th

Fall is the best time of year to play golf. Come out and enjoy the great weather, nine holes of golf followed by a wonderful potluck dinner in the neighborhood with fellow members and friends. Golf will get started with a 3:00 p.m. shotgun and dinner will immediately follow. Please call the Golf Shop to sign up by September 23rd and October 7th for these two fun events.

Club Championship Saturday & Sunday, October 1st & 2nd

Format: 36- Hole Stroke Play

Divisions:

Men’s Championship – Gold Tee (Men’s championship division)Men’s Black Walnut – Black Walnut Tee (1st flight net division)Senior Men’s – White Oak Tee (55 and older)Ladies’ – Red Maple Tee

Time: Saturday, October 1st Ladies’ tee times begin at 10:00 a.m.Senior Men’s tee times will begin at 11:30 a.m.Men’s Championship & Black Walnut division tee times begin around noon

Sunday, October 2nd Ladies will begin 8:30Men’s Championship & Black Walnut division will begin at 9:00 a.m.Senior Men will begin around 11:00 a.m.

Cost: $75.00 per player

Hal Brooks Men’s Champ

Larry Davis Senior Men’s Champ

Lucinda Ferris Ladies Champ

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2010 Champs Richard Meaders & Tommy Martin

Men’s Member-Member – Friday-Sunday, October 14th – 16th

Come join the fun in the 6th Annual Men’s Member-Member Golf Tournament at River Club. This is our premier members’ golf event of the year. Each team will consist of two members. Each day you will play 6 Holes Scramble (Net), 6 Holes Best Ball (Net) and 6 Holes Alternate Shot (Net). Entry deadline will be Friday, October 7th.

Cost : $275.00 per player

Schedule of Events:

Friday6:00-9:00 Registration Cocktails & Appetizers Nite Lite Putting Challenge

Saturday12:00 Lunch1:00 Shotgun Start7:00 Dinner (spouses welcome)

SundayBox lunch on cart10:00 Shotgun Start

Couples’ Member Guest Sunday, October 23rd

The Couples’ Member Guest is our premier couples’ event of the year. This event gives you the opportunity to showcase your wonderful golf facilities at River Club. Invite your best friends and enjoy an afternoon of golf, food & fun. Practice rounds will be available on Saturday, October 22nd.

Format: 4-Person Scramble (Net)

Cost: $350.00 per team

12:00 p.m. Lunch1:00 p.m. Shotgun5:30 p.m. Dinner & Awards presentation

For more information and to sign up; Please call the Golf Shop at 770-271-2582.

Tournament Entry Deadline is Sunday, October 16th

Ladies Golf Event – Whine, Whiff & Wine Wednesday, October 5th

We hope that you will find some room in your schedule for this fun fall event. Our Whine, Whiff & Wine fall program is off to a great start. This 9-hole golf event will begin at 9:30 a.m. with lunch following at 12:00 a.m. Beginner golfers are encouraged to participate. Cost for this event will be 35.00 and will include golf and food. Please call the Golf Shop by Monday, October 3rd at 4:00 p.m. to sign-up.

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From The Pro

What will my golf shot tell me?

It is not often that we hit a good shot and ask what happened? We did what we intended to do! But anytime we hit a shot off line into the rough, a bunker or a hazard; we beat ourselves up, questioning what I did wrong! Of course we want to limit these types of shots and unless we have our instructor playing with us, it often goes unknown exactly what happened. There is one thing we can do that will help us in more than one way to lower our score and keep us from repeating this time and time again. WATCH the shot! Too often we see someone hit a bad shot and they immediately turn away in disgust! Watching where the ball goes will: a) Better help us find where it went and not result in a lost ball. b) Let us know exactly where to take our drop if in a hazard. c) Give us some information as to what happened! I would like to spend some time talking about C.

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Men’s Guest Day Friday, October 28th

Work a half day and then come out and enjoy some great fall weather. The golf course will be in great condition for this best ball event. Members may bring up to three guests. Members will have a best ball event with each guest. Gross and Net prizes will be awarded.

Date: Friday, October 28th

Time: 1:00 p.m. Shotgun (lunch will be provided before your round at the clubhouse)

Cost: $35 per member/$85 per guest

Please call the Golf Shop to sign-up by Wednesday, October 26th.

Men’s Dog Fight

This year’s Dog Fight has proven to be very competitive with many changes at the top of the standings. The last day to earn points for the season long Men’s Dog Fight will be Saturday, October 22nd. Remember that you must have a minimum of 12 appearances on Men’s day to be eligible for the season ending payout. The top 6 players in the standings will receive their winnings and will be eligible for random club team events in the coming months. There are only 6 Men’s Days left before we crown the champion, so make sure you plan on playing in the Dog Fight to try and win the big money.

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The golf course is not the place to work on our swing and make change after change but if we can figure out one thing that is hurting us; it can help us get off the course without doing any additional harm to our swing and game. By watching the direction our ball starts and then moves during its flight will point out two very important actions during our swing. The first has to do with the direction the ball starts; it will show us the swing path taken during our swing. The second is the direction our clubface is pointing. With these two factors there are 9 different types of shots you could hit at anytime.

For a golfer who swings “Over the Top” or “Outside – In” the ball will start left of the target and then depending on the clubface move from there. See the red illustration to the left. A pulled swing path with an open clubface will give a pull-fade which will result in a straight shot. So a pull swing path will work great unless we have a closed clubface. The green illustration shows the way a ball will react for someone who has a correct swing path. This is the one desired by most golfers as an open or closed clubface will not lead into too much trouble. The blue illustration shows the path of a swing “Inside – Out” or someone who “Pushes”

the ball. For this swing path a desired clubface would be closed resulting in a push draw. Each person will have a swing path that is natural to them and then it is important to have the clubface in the correct position to give a desired shot.

As you can see there are many different ways to hit a ball to the left or the right. By paying attention to the start and continued flight of the ball, it will let us know what part of our swing is breaking down; path or club face. A few thoughts to help get you in off the course are: Path – try taking a shorter back swing and not worry about the distance of your shot as much. Club face – check your grip to make sure it is correct and then let your body power your swing versus trying to use your hands too much.

Jason Bell

Assistant Golf Professional

Golf Advisory Committee

Hal Brooks [email protected]

Mark Anthony [email protected]

Steve Hamilton [email protected]

Lucinda Ferris [email protected]

Ruth Davis [email protected]

Hours of Operation

September Golf Shop: 7:30a.m.-7:00p.m.

Practice Facility: Opens ½ hr before golf course

Golf Course: 8:00 a.m. – dark

October Golf Shop: 8:00a.m.-6:00p.m.

Practice Facility: Opens ½ hr before golf course

Golf Course: 8:30 a.m. – dark

Men’s Day – Saturday tee times from 8:00-9:00 a.m. or 1:00 p.m.

Ladies’ Day – Wednesday Morning tee times from 9:00 a.m. & 12:30 p.m.

Golf Facilities are CLOSED on Tuesday

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Tennis TidbitsT he River Club teams have all been out on the courts working hard to get their games ready for the upcoming ALTA season. Our five ladies teams begin play on Thursday September, September 8th and our Men’s and junior teams on Saturday 10th. All home matches will be posted in the Tennis Pro Shop so that we can have plenty of supporters on home match day. Let’s make a personal goal of being the best doubles partner we can be this upcoming season. Take note of the tips from the pro for further information on how you can be that partner…….

Thank you to Sondra Boone, Darlene Conley, Shelley McNeill and Brenda Kavanaugh for leading your USTA teams this past summer. Without members stepping up and taking a turn to captain, we would not be able to field teams. So a big THANK YOU to you all and thank you to our captains and team moms for volunteering to lead their respective teams this fall season. Your team members and I truly appreciate your help in coordinating the matches with the opposing team.

Alan Hartley

Director of Tennis

[email protected]

678-482-6588 extension 306

UPCOMING EvENTS

September

1st Ladies ALTA Team Kick off Event 9:30am

8th Thursday Ladies ALTA season begins

10th Men’s ALTA matches begin 9:30 Girls at 1pm Boys at 3pm

October

13th Deadline for USTA Winter league

20th Winter Mixed Doubles Rosters Due

20th Thursday Ladies ALTA – last match

22nd Men’s ALTA – last match

26th Children’s Halloween Tennis 4:30-6:00pm

November

10th Ladies’ USTA begins

Captains:

Sherry SalyerJane AdamsAndrea CarrollKathy BradleyBrenda KavanaughCourtney FazekasRoger Campbell

Team Moms:

Charlotte MartinKaren WoodJennifer Nicoletti

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Lisa Stovall, Madanie Brooks and Jeannie

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Tennis Advisory Committee

Sandie Assad [email protected]

Kurt Collins [email protected]

Cyndi Dean [email protected]

Shelley McNeill [email protected]

Sherri Meaders [email protected]

Tracy Tharp [email protected]

It was a small but fun group that gathered at the courts for the Tennis and Texas Hold ‘Em Poker Night. The temperature was hot but the tennis was hotter as tennis and poker hands were played to discover our winningest teams. Our winners were Michael Winwood and Sandy Reilly who each won old editions of tennis magazine! They were ecstatic with their prize and so happy that they won! But obviously the two players that needed the most help with their tennis were Leslie Perlman and Tracy Salyer! Because of their last place finish they each received lessons from Coach Pat and Coach Alan.

Thank you to all the players that attended both the Aussie tennis night and Tennis & Texas. Those that attended all enjoyed themselves thoroughly.

Summer Margarita

Mixers

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The River Club Boys:

The River Club boys ALTA team is ready to excel this ALTA season. They are working very hard to make this a successful season. They are working hard on their games and Coach Pat has them ready to go.

Practice: 5:30 – 6:30 P.M. Matches: 3:00 P.M. (Starting Saturday, September 10th)

The River Club Girls:

The River Club will be having both 12 and under and 14 and under teams this coming season.

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Junior Tennis

During the fall months there will be multiple tennis opportunities for your child to play tennis. Please note the appropriate group and level for your child.

You can select to come once or twice per week but you will need to select your day prior to the season.

Pre-Comp group: Children that are looking for a more focused and serious learning situation, have played ALTA and are looking toward being more competitive.

Monday and Wednesday 6:00-7:00p.m.

4-6 yr olds: Hand eye development, skill building


6-8 yr olds: Focus is on movement, rallying and tennis skills in an effort to be able to play tennis.


Kids’ Tennis HalloweenOctober 26th 4:30-6:00pm

Kids, get that costume ready, but make sure you can play tennis as well. Join us at the tennis courts for tennis and Halloween pizza and candy!

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Tip from the Pro

How to become a great doubles partner

People often come to me with problems related to their doubles partners and questions about how to become more successful as a doubles team. Some ask how to choose a partner, and others want to know how to become a better partner themselves.

Too often players think that the ideal partner would be the best player, but that’s not always true. Doubles is very different from singles in that the whole has to be better than the sum of its parts. Just like in basketball, the best one-on-one player will not always be the most successful player in the team concept. Here are some tips for becoming the best partner you can be:

1.Don’t sell your partner out. Don’t blame them for a loss. On the flip side, be willing to give them credit for a win, even if they didn’t do much to earn it. This will show them that you are there for them in good times and bad and that you’re willing to share the credit with them when good things happen. Everyone will want to play with you.

2. Step up when they’re struggling.

When your partner is having a difficult time, look at it as an opportunity to bring something special to the team. Bring more focus to your game and take the situation as a challenge to see if you can raise your game under adverse conditions. If they can’t win a point on their return, then you have to win every point on your returns. Here’s your chance to play your best! If you can’t, maybe you’re not as good as you think.

3. Know what they need.

You almost need to be a chameleon when you play with different partners. If you’re good at interpersonal relationships you will get a sense of the best way to offer support and build confidence in your partner. What works with one partner may not work at all with the next. Sometimes even the same partner needs different things on different days. The bad news is that if you struggle with relationships you will probably have a difficult time being a good partner no matter how good a player you think you are.

4. Be consistent, not flashy.

You have to make a choice. You can look flashy or you can win but you can’t do both. No one wants to play with someone whose goal is to make a lot of big shots and spends the rest of the time missing. It’s very unnerving for your partner. You should be trying to set your partner and the point up, not try a lot of ego shots.

5. Relax.

You know that when you’re tense, the people around you can feel it. The same is true on a tennis court. Whatever is going on, whatever the score, you need to look at it as an opportunity. As long as the match is going on there is time to try something else. Whether you win or lose you can learn to be more resourceful and resilient, two traits that will serve you well in future matches.

6. Don’t coach your partner!

This is the most common and the most fatal mistake that players make and is a surefire way to ensure that no one wants to play with you. The minute you start coaching your partner, you are making them feel that you think you are the superior player and that you don’t trust them. This

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Ladies’ ALTA Kickoff EventPlease mark your calendars for our ALTA team kickoff to be held on Thursday, September 1st at 9:30am.

Lunch will be provided. Please RSVP by August 25th.

will lead to tension, and an inability for your partner to play with a clear mind and a relaxed mindset. If you really are the stronger player, you need whatever you can get from them. Assume that is going to be very little and take the responsibility on you. Let them know that you trust them and that you are ready, willing and able to take the heat without turning on them. If you can get their best, you have the best chance of being successful. It’s not realistic to think that you are going to teach someone something new or get them to change a pattern that has been part of their game for a long time. Two things I try to do that work well with weaker players are:

a. Take the blame, even when they miss. If your partner misses a first volley, tell them that you’re sorry that you didn’t help them by poaching. This shows them that you are looking inward for ways to help the team.

b. If there’s something strategic that you think might help them, say it to them in reference to yourself. Here’s an example: “I have to remember to hit my passing shots down the middle rather than going for risky shots down the alley.” Or, “we can’t win if all the points keep ending on my racquet!” If they don’t catch the hint, at least you tried in a positive way.

I hope by now you’re realizing that the same things that make you a good spouse or friend also make you a good tennis partner. The willingness and desire to do more than your fair share, to share the credit and the blame, and to stay calm under pressure are the keys. Wanting a result too much will make this even more difficult. If what you are seeking is to be able to fulfill your potential on a regular basis, short-term thinking and focusing on results rather than the process will never get you there and will make it much harder to connect with another person. I see so many people who look (and act) unhappy when they are playing matches. The only moment that matters to them is the moment the match ends. That will

determine whether they will have relief or sorrow. In all my years of playing I have met very few players who truly love every minute of competition, regardless of the score or the result. But, those who do are the best partners. Work toward that goal and make your tennis experience much more enjoyable.

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Private Events

Lodge Clubhouse

Special Events and Meetings at The River Club

Emulating The River Club’s natural elegance, the clubhouse exudes a rustic, mountain-resort feel, yet offers all the modern luxuries of a grand Southern clubhouse. Strategically situated on one of the highest points in the community, The Lodge offers commanding views of the golf course and the Chattahoochee River Valley below. The Lodge at The River Club offers a host of spacious rooms and areas for your every need. Whether you are planning a meeting for your executives, golf outing, family reunion, milestone birthday or wedding ceremony and reception, the River Club is the ideal location for an absolutely unforgettable event. Please contact our Catering Sales Manager, Ann Dorsey for additional information. 770-271-2529, extension 26 or [email protected]

Lakeside Family Sports Center

Need a location for your personal or business event? We have the perfect locations. The Lakeside Family Sports Center has just the space you need. We offer rentals for our Lakeview Room, Esplanade and two Pool Pavilions. All facilities offer beautiful views of the golf courses 7th hole, lake and gorgeous scenery that the Lakeside Family Sports Center has to offer. Rentals of the facility are extremely affordable for any event like birthday parties, business meetings, moms groups, school and sports team gatherings and showers! Food and Beverage from the club is available and strongly encouraged. If you meet the minimum catering order, we’ll waive the rental fee! We even offer Private Party Planning Services, where we will do all the work for your event for you. Please contact Kelly Smith, by calling 678-482-6588 extension 303 or by emailing [email protected], for rates and further details. We look forward to hosting your next event.

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