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Chartwell ChatterChartwell Golf & Country Club

September/October Issue 2012

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From the General Manager ................3New Board Member Nominees ..........4Green Department.............................6Golf .................................................. 7Kid’s Summer Activities ...................... 9Chartwell Tennis Classic in Photos ...10Tennis .............................................. 11Upcoming Events ........................... 13Adult Rock Lobster Night ............. 14Cab Night Plus ............................... 15

ePayments (ACH debits) will be accepted via the Club’s website for payment of your monthly bill.Easy as 1-2-3:

• Login to the Chartwell website• Access statement information (located under Member Central/roster tab)• “Pay now” will route you to the SameDayPay site where you will register,

specify payment date, payment amount and bank account to be charged.

Convenient and Secure!

For detailed instructions, see Chartwell website or contact Anne Connolly at 410-987-0400.

WelcomeNew Member

William & Joyce Donlon

Golf

A New Way to Pay!


Chartwell Golf & Country Club

1 Chartwell DriveSeverna Park, MD 21146

Clubhouse Hours

MondayClosed

TuesdayFood Service

11 a.m. - 9 p.m.Bar Service until 9 p.m.

Wednesday - SaturdayFood Service

11 a.m. - 9 p.m.Bar Service until 12 a.m.

SundayFood & Bar Service10 a.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Bar Service 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.

Dinner Menu Available:Tuesday - Sunday

from 5:30 p.m.As always, reservations are requested.

Phone Numbers

Clubhouse410-987-0400

Clubhouse Fax410-987-8469

Golf Pro Shop410-987-4480

Golf Pro Shop Fax410-729-0678

Tennis Pro Shop410-987-0400 ext.236

Grounds410-987-1982

Pool 410-729-1030

1961As I complete my first full month at

Chartwell, I cannot help but be extremely

excited about our future. Fall has always

been a special time for me—a transition

into a season of activity, projects and new

programs. I enjoy watching the leaves turn

colors and the season change. For some, it

is also a time of introspection. Similarly,

for us, fall is a time when evaluation and

planning becomes crucial. This month will begin a new focus on strategy,

goals, and planning for the future. It’s an exciting time for us all as we look

at projects and activities that support our vision, mission, and overall goals.

I encourage you to share in our enthusiasm regarding the present and future

operations of Chartwell. Planning also encourages us to think about how we

develop our programming and events for the upcoming year. We encourage

you to take advantage of the opportunities at your Club. If you have not

recently visited the Club, please make it a goal to enjoy a lunch or dinner, a

Club event, golf or a tennis match.

This Fall we are working on upgrading the services of the Club and

communications that are so vital to a healthy and vibrant Club culture.

We have focused our training efforts in all areas of the Club and with the

support of a dedicated staff and loyal membership, we will continue to thrive

and create exceptional experiences for all our members, families and guests.

As we look toward the holidays we hope you will contact us for all of your

Holiday events, both personally and professionally. Chef Todd has many

great ideas that will make your events successful and memorable.

Energy is in the air! Planning gives us a structure so that we can channel that

energy into enjoyment and excitement; my wish for you is that you enjoy the

last days of summer as we gear up for an amazing Fall and Winter.

Michael Fay

General Manager

F R O M T H E G E N E R A L M A N A G E R

JOHN SODERLUND

I am honored to be nominated to run for the Chartwell Golf & Country Club Board of Directors. If elected, I look forward to serving the Chartwell membership and helping move Chartwell forward.

My family and I have been Chartwell members for almost 19 years. I am active in the golf program and previously participated in several men’s tennis groups. My wife, Elaine, is a 9 Hole golfer and tennis player. My boys, C.J. and Jamie, both grew up involved in the junior golf program and are now avid golfers. Some of you may know them from their working in the bag room. Chartwell has been, and continues to be, an important part of our family life.

By way of background, I earned my Bachelor of Science and Masters of Science in Industrial Administration from Carnegie Mellon University. After beginning my business career in banking and working two years for The May Department Stores Company, I moved to Washington, D.C. to join Furash & Company, a strategy consulting firm specializing in financial services. I joined First Annapolis Consulting in 1993 and we moved to Severna Park and joined Chartwell. I have spent the last 15 years of my career in entrepreneurial ventures, co-founding Partners First (a credit card company), ATM National (the Allpoint ATM network), and Bay Bridge Decision Technologies, which I recently sold. Finally, I just completed nine years of service on the Severn School Board of Trustees, and served as Chairman of its Finance Committee for the last six years.

I have spent the past several years as a member of Chartwell’s Finance Committee and would be pleased to continue serving Chartwell Golf & Country Club. If elected, I will work hard to serve the full breadth of member needs and activities while building on Chartwell’s Tradition of Excellence.

N E W B O A R D N O M I N E E S

JAY DIXON

I am so honored to be nominated to be a candidate for the Board of Directors of Chartwell. This is such an exciting time at Chartwell with so many new changes. I am thrilled to have such an

opportunity to contribute to the tremendous legacy of this club. In the past year we’ve introduced a new chef, a new golf pro and staff and a new General Manager. This is such an important time in the history of the club to continue to elevate the experience and I am humbled to be considered for such an instrumental role in shaping our club’s future.My wife, Ann, and I are both originally from Massachusetts, although we’ve lived in Maryland since 1992, we’ve nearly achieved “local” status. Our two daughters, Mackenzie (13) and Allison (10) were born and raised here and have grown up enjoying the club for the past 7 years, participating on the swim team, learning tennis and golf and making friendships that will surely last a lifetime. Both Ann and I enjoy all of the social aspects of the club and have made so many wonderful friends along the way.Both Ann and I are graduates of Skidmore College (‘92). With an entrepreneurial spirit in my blood, we established our own Advertising Agency in 1995 working with local and regional-sized businesses. In 2002 we merged our agency with friend, colleague and fellow Chartwell member, Bruce Borcz, establishing BORCZ+DIXON Integrated Advertising. My professional experience has provided me with the opportunity to understand a wide variety of industries, each with something new to learn and grow from.I have had the privilege to serve on past committees at Chartwell including the Strategic Planning Committee and the Communications Committee. These experiences gave me a more in depth understanding of the commitment of our membership and staff. I look forward to extending my contribution to this wonderful community. My vision for Chartwell is to continue the heritage of a family-first community while leveraging the opportunity our recent changes have provided to advance the culture of the professional services that shape and enhance our experience as members.

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SHAUNA TALBOT

My husband, Lee, and I have been members of Chartwell since 1995. I am a 1985 graduate of East Carolina University and I have a degree in Business and Marketing. After graduation, I accepted

a position with The General Foods Corporation and was a Chain Account Executive. In 1988 I became an independent consultant for Cornell University, in Ithca New York. My primary responsibility at Cornell was opening a new and innovative on campus dining facility, Trillium. I moved back to Maryland in 1991 and began my real estate career with Talles Homes as a project manager. In 2005 I became a Real Estate Broker and founded my own company, Talbot Reality.

At Chartwell, I have been on the House, Strategic and Golf Committees. I have also served as the President of the Ladies Nine Hole League for the past three season.

I look forward to the opportunity of serving on the Board of Directors at Chartwell and to offer fresh, innovative ideas to augment the fine work currently being done by The Board.

N E W B O A R D N O M I N E E S

THE FRANK FAMILY WITHBABY SAM’S FIRST TIME OUT!

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Check out Steve’s new blogwith course and project updates. Updated

weekly and sometimes more, to keep you up to date with project articles and photos about

happenings around the golf course.http://www.ChartwellGreenDept.com

Update on Project #13September 7, 2012

End of Season for Tropical PlantsAugust 31, 2012

Project on 13 UpdateAugust 31, 2012

New Project and Aerification UpdateAugust 24, 2012

Where Did All the Impatiens Go?August 23, 2012

New Project Starting Next WeekAugust 10, 2012

Aerification is Coming Next WeekAugust 10, 2012


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Before I begin this chatter article, I would like to quickly spotlight the “Greens Department Blog” now featured on our website, or visit www.ChartwellGreenDept.com. This site will have updated information on maintenance things that are happening around the golf course and clubhouse. These have included aerification dates and information, new projects, weeds, insects, and new items of interest. Please check it regularly to get the latest updates.

Annuals- Summer annuals are winding down and plans should be made for the fall planting. The most common annuals for the fall are pansies, cabbage/kale, mums, asters, and back-eyed susans (many nurseries are now growing these as annuals). These choices provide a variety of colors, bloom times & lengths. Most pansies have the advantage that they will over winter and be ready to go with the first signs of spring.

Beds- First, continue to weed the beds as needed. Next, as the annuals finish and are no longer providing ornamental value, remove them from the bed. The same applies to perennials, however, with perennials, you will only be removing the foliage and flower; leave the roots. This is important because dead plant material that remains in the bed provides a great place for disease and insects to over winter, leading to problems next season. Third, this is also the time to plan and order spring bulbs (crocus, daffodils, tulips, etc.) for planting in October. Don’t think it is too early to order bulbs because most companies won’t ship them until it is the right planting time for your area. Like the fall annuals, these bulbs come in a wide range of colors and bloom times and, if planned correctly, can provide color from February/March through till May. Finally, now would be a great opportunity to install any woody plants or perennials. Fall is the best time because there is usually sufficient moisture

and the ground temperatures are much warmer than in the spring and, as a result, the plant will establish more quickly.

Trees- Fertilizing your trees this time of year is ideal. However, over fertilizing or using high nitrogen fertilizer will affect the fall color. Too much fertilizer or a high nitrogen fertilizer will cause the tree to continue to produce chlorophyll which will mask or mute the fall colors. Remember the pigments that produce the fall color are in the leaves all year, but it is the reduced chlorophyll production that allows those colors to be seen. The fertilizer will provide nutrients to the trees that will be used for good root growth and increase the trees survivability through the winter. The fertilizer will also help increase the food

reserves for the tree so the tree will be ready for a quick start in the spring.

Turf- The turf should have been aerified in August so, if you did not follow that up with seeding last month, you can still seed during the beginning of this month. If your plans are to completely renovate the lawn, this is the time

to do that, either with sod or seed. The seed must make good contact with the soil which is why you should loosen the soil, either by aerating or slicing the soil. The same for sod- the roots must make good contact with the soil in order for it to establish. Also, make sure you keep the sod and seed moist until seed germination or until the sod’s roots grow. For established turf areas, fall is the time for your final fertilizer application. You should now fertilize with 1-1 ½ lbs. N in slow release form. This will provide the turf with the necessary nutrients for the fall and also get it ready for the spring.

Jimmy Hogan, Horticulturist


G R E E N S D E pA R T M E N T


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T H E D E L I : Congratulations to both Rob Broseker and

Don Pette. Both played exceptional well as the team posted

a remarkable 12-under par 60 to capture the 2012 victory.

The Deli Committee lead by Mark Brugnoli, very much

appreciate all the support they received in making this year’s

event a success.

M E N ’ S L E A G u E C H A M p I O N S :

It was another strong showing this year for the Wednesday

Night Men’s League. We had over 150 players making up

12 teams. The winning team led by Captain Jim Kensky

edged out Team Drewniak in the finals 4-2. Teams’ Neal

and McBee also had a strong year, finishing as semi-finalist.

We would like to thank everyone who participated in what

continues to be the most widely anticipated season long

event here at Chartwell.

W O M E N ’ S L E A G u E C H A M p I O N S :

It was a good time had by all in this year’s women’s

twilight league. We had sixty three ladies participate in

our eight week round robin format. It was a close race

all year, but in the end one team prevailed victorious.

Congratulations to Team Verreault on winning the title,

as they had to be on top of their games’ each week to

beat a highly competitive field. Thank you again for all

of your participation, and we look forward to another

strong year in 2013.

M I x E D T W O - B A L L C H A M p I O N S :

Ron & Gayle Verreault continue to show their strong

present in the gross division posting a 76 to win this year’s

Mixed Two-Ball Championship. Doug & Amy Miller

squeezed out the victory in the net division scoring a

9-under par 63. Congratulations to all of our champions.

Hole-In-OneCongratulations

Judy EbersbergerWednesday, August 15, 2012

Congratulations too many of our Junior Golfers for their achievements in local events. Here are some of the highlights:

Kelly Schwemmer – Had her first Hole-In-One on the 2nd Hole at Chartwell to start the season. Kelly played in several of the Mid-Atlantic PGA Jr. Tournaments this year. Kelly finished 1st Place in the Blue Mash Golf Club Classic posting an even par score of 71. Kelly finished 5th Place in the overall standings which qualified her for the Championship Tournament hosted by Kingsmill Resort in Williamsburg, VA. Kelly finished in 3rd Place at the final event of the season.

Sydney Mills – Finished 1st Place in her division at the Maryland Girls Amateur Championship at the University of Maryland Golf Course, finished 2nd at the Elite Players Tour event at Bay Hills Golf Club, finished 2nd Place at The Bay Club Classic, finished 3rd Place Ocean City G&CC Classic, finished 2nd Place at the Leytonsville Golf Club Classic posting her first score in the 70’s in a competitive event. Sydney finished in 2nd Place at the University of Maryland Club Classic posting a score of 76. Sydney has worked very hard this year on her game. Her goal is to compete at the next level for the Archbishop Spalding High School.

Matt Snowdon – Finished 1st Place at the Elite Players Tour event at Greystone, finished 2nd at the Elite Players Tour Championship at Bulle Rock & finished 3rd at the MAPGA Nordlinger Cup at Mount Vernon. Congratulations on a successful season of play.

Nathan Clarke –Finished in 1st Place for his division posting a score of 40 at the Regional US Kids Golf Sea view Open hosted by Lake Presidential. This qualified Nathan for the Mid-Atlantic Regional tournament.

2 0 1 2 J u N I O R G O L F H I G H L I G H T S :

Junior Club ChampionGirls Champion - TBAGirls Runner-Up - TBA

9 Hole Club ChampionChampion – Matt Snowdon

Runner-Up – Zander Feidelberg

9 Hole Family Golf Club ChampionBoys Winner – Jake Hilliard

Boys Runner-Up – Addison WellsGirls Winner – Reilly Miller

7 Hole Family Club ChampionBoys Winner – Nathan Clarke

Boys Runner-Up – Tommy ColemanGirls Winner – Megan Garmey

7 Hole Family Blue Club ChampionBoys Winner – Gunner FooteBoys Runner-Up – Cole Hite

Girls Winner – Hanna VerreaultGirls Runner-Up – Hannah Hartley

4 Hole Family Blue Club ChampionBoys Winner – Ben Kennedy

Girls Winner – Macie ColemanGirls Runners-Up – Lexi Hilliard & Megan Mohr

1 Hole Club ChampionBoys Winners – Bo Fowler, Brady Jones & Zach Yeatman

Boys Runner-Up – Merric WarrenGirls Winner – Maerin Body

Girls Runner-Up – Chloe Gamber & Summer Hilliard


Chartwell Junior Golf ProGram ‘12

Golf CliniCSYounger Division

Thursday, July 12th

Thursday, July 19th

Thursday, August 9th

older diviSionThursday, July 5th

Thursday, July 12th

Thursday, July 19th

Thursday, August 2nd

eventSFriday, June 29th - Donut Shack Open

Sunday, July 8th – Skills Challenge

Thursday, July 12th – 3 Club Championship

(9 Hole Gold & above)

Sunday, July 15th – Gatorade Masters

Friday, July 20th – Chartwell Cup

Friday, July 27th – Jr. Sharpie Classic

Thursday, August 9th – Two-Man Team Championship

Saturday, August, 11th – Jr. Club Championship

Thursday, August 16th – Frisbee Golf

Sunday, August 19th – Parent Jr. Event

If you have questions please contact the professional staff at (410-987-4480)

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TENNIS CLUB CHAmpIONSHIpSSeptember 14-16

A and B flights will be offered

Please sign up in the Pro Shop.If you need a partner please call the Pro Shop and we will be happy to help you!

Fall tennis CliniCsSeptember 10-November 17

JUNIORS:Monday 3:00-4:30 High School (Varsity level)Tuesday 4:00-5:00 10 & Under Development (ages 9-10) 5:00-6:00 10 & Under Development (ages 7-8) 6:00-6:30 10 & Under Development (ages 5-6)Thursday 4:30-6:00 Junior Team (Intermediate ages 9-13)Friday 4:00-5:00 10 & Under Development (ages 7-10)Saturday 12:30-2:30 Junior Team (Advanced ages 13-17)

ADULTS:CARDIOMonday 12:00-1:30 PMThursday 12:00-1:30 PMSaturday 2:30-4:00 PM

LADIESWednesday 11:00-12:30 PM Adv. Begin/Intermed (2.0 level & Up)Sunday 11:00-12:30 AM 3.0-3.5 level

MEN’S Saturday 11:00-12:30 PM

* pOLICY REGARDING CLINICS *

Members are encouraged to sign up for

the entire 9-week session guaranteeing

you a spot each week in that particular

clinic. There is an extra week (10th

week), designed to allow those who miss

a clinic to make it up. For those who

don’t miss any clinics they may come to

the extra 10th week at no additional cost.

Once you sign up for the session, your

account will be billed at the start of the

session. However, you may sign up as

a drop in if there is space available and

pay per clinic that you attend. Clinics fill

quickly, so sign up in the Pro Shop for the

entire session. A minimum of 3 people is

needed to participate in a clinic and to

receive a clinic rate. If less than 3 people

sign up for a clinic, it will be canceled; if a

clinic fills we will schedule another clinic

to accommodate the overflow of players.

In order to receive the Member rate for

clinics or lessons, you must be either a

Golf or Tennis Member.

mEmBER RATES*

½ hour $135 Drop In $15/clinic

1 hour $207 Drop In $23/clinic

1.5 hours $252 Drop In $28/clinic

NON-mEmBER RATES*

½ hour $207 Drop In $23/clinic

1 hour $252 Drop In $28/clinic

1.5 hours $297 Drop In $33/clinic

*PER 10 WEEK SESSION



Wilander on WheelsSeptember 29th

Mats Wilander has teamed with Cameron Lickle to create a “Fantasy on Wheels” experience!

1.5 hr clinics will be offered for 8 players and a private lunch$200/person + cost of lunch

Session 1: 9:00 AM-10:30 AM “B” level players (limit of 8 per clinic)Session 2: 10:45 AM – 12:15 pM “A” level players

Lunch 12:15 pM-1:45 pMSession 3: 2:00 pM – 3:30 pM Junior Team players

Sign up through the Tennis Shop

Annual Golf-tennis ChallengeSunday, October 28

8:30 AM Arrival Tennis Area9:00-11:45 Tennis (2 starts: 9:00 & 10:30)11:30-12:15 Lunch Bar Area12:30 Golf Shot Gun Start 3:00 Drinks/Snacks Bar Area$35.00 per person ~ $10.00 side bet

An 8 game pro set of doubles will be played along with a 9 hole scramble

Sign up through the tennis shop

M A R K Y O u R C A L E N D A R

Labor Day Celebration at the PoolSunday, September 2nd2:00 – 4:00pm Poolside Buffet, Bar Service & Water Amusement Inflatables$20 Children (No tickets!)$10 Adults

First Friday Kids ClubEach event begins at 10:30am$5 per Child(No charge for Parents)Price includes snacks & beverages before the event. 10/5 Beale Street Puppets Halloween Show11/2 Jump Bunch

Cooking Class withChef ToddWednesday, September 12th 1:00pmPrice includes cooking class & recipe lunch with Chef Todd Weisz. $25

Jacks Pack Dinner Club Thursday, October 4th6:30pm Cocktails 7:00pm Troon Room DinnerPlease make early reservations and select from Chef ’s specialty dinner menu. Event includes 3 course dinner: Salad or Appetizer, Entrée & Dessert

Zumbathon Party In Pink: A Susan G. Komen BenefitFriday, October 12 7:00pm$35 Registration$25 Zumba Pink Workout ShirtsJoin our active Zumba fitness event & help us to raise funds & awareness to help the cause to end breast cancer worldwide. Raffle items & Beverages available following the class.

Halloween MasqueradeFriday, October 26th 8:00pm $30 per person Heavy Hors d’oeuvres & Stations - Full Bar Service AvailableAdult Costume Party

Ravens Roost Tailgate9/16 vs. Philadelphia Eagles 10/7 vs. Kansas City Chiefs 10/21 vs. Houston Texans Early afternoon game day drink specials & Tailgate Bar Menu.

Annual Fall FestivalSunday, October 28th12:00–4:00pm Adult $15 Child $25Fun for the whole family: Petting Zoo, Hay Rides, Puppet Show, Face Painting, Pumpkin Patch, Carnival Booth Games, Moon Bounce, Pony Rides, Crazy Hair Coloring, Rock Wall, DJ & more! Carnival Buffet: Pit Beef, Hamburgers, Hotdogs, Grilled Chicken, Corn on the Cobb, Pretzels & more.Bar Service available, Complimentary Hot Cocoa & Spiced Apple Cider.

Annual Meeting ReminderTuesday, October 23rd 7:00pmChefs Italian Cuisine Buffet, Salads, Side Dishes & Dessert Display $19.95 from 5:00 – 8:30pm

Wine Guys Event Friday, November 9thAnnual Cab Night Plus event featuring expanded varietals of 30+ highly rated & valued wines from around the world. Wines Complemented with specialty passed hors d’oeuvres & stations. Don’t miss The Wine Guys social event of the season! Reservations are required.

Get the full list of Club events and activities on the Member Calendar by logging in at www.ChartwellGCC.com



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CAB NIGHT +Annual Cab Night Plus event featuring expanded varietals of

30+ highly rated & valued wines from around the world. Wines Complemented with specialty passed hors d’oeuvres & stations.

Don’t miss The Wine Guys social event of the season!Reservations are required.

Friday, November 9th

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