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Page 1: Greensboro Country Club October 2016 website.pdf · Greensboro Country Club has entered a new era with the arrival of Robert Lesinger in the position of GCC's new General Manager/COO

Time for Some Summer Fun!

September | October 2016

Greensboro Country Club

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President’s Message

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Dear Fellow Members,

Greensboro Country Club has entered a new era with the arrival of Robert Lesinger in the position of GCC's new General Manager/COO. Many of you met Robert at his reception last month and his article in this newsletter

will give you an even greater insight into his back-ground, expertise, style, personality and commit-ment to excellence which will drive our Club to even greater heights. Our great staff has already responded most positively to his team-oriented leadership philosophy and has accepted his challenge to make the member experience and value proposition at Greensboro Country Club among the very best in the country. I encourage you to take the opportunity to introduce yourself to Robert if you can catch him in his office, though your best bet will be to visit with him as he makes his rounds throughout the Club.

With summer over and everyone back in town, GCC has activities and events to appeal to every member and their families. Please take the time to read what follows to get your calendars set for an exciting fall. Certainly, there are our signature events like Golf's "The 1909" Gentle-men's Member-Guest Invitational and the ever popular Halloween Hayride, but there is much, much more to look forward to such as Wine Dinners, Murder Mystery Night, Big Game Days, and plenty of chances to enjoy your Club and fellow Members at the Donald Ross Terrace, Sunset Bar and Terrace and, on warm weekends through September, around the pool.

Our new platform tennis courts will be christened in late September with an outstanding tennis social event that is sure to draw a big cr owd. The much-needed Farm Clubhouse

refurbishment is under way along with the completion of other important capital maintenance projects that will showcase our outstanding facilities. We now have a new bakery and an accomplished new pastry chef to satisfy those cravings for desserts and special treats. And, look for a continuation of the farm-to-table offerings in our dining venues as the change of seasons brings different, tasty alternatives to our weekly specials. Bring your families and your friends to your Club and experience Greensboro Country Club at its finest. And, as always, be on the lookout for new member prospects to join our wonderful Club community.

I look forward to seeing you at the Club!

Pete DavenportPresident

Table of ContentsPresident's Message ..............................2Membership ..........................................3General Manager's Message ............. 4-5Special Events .................................... 6-5Imbibe ............................................... 8-9The Farm..............................................10Family & Youth Events .........................11Calendars ....................................... 12-13Tennis ............................................ 14-15Golf ................................................ 16-19Turf Talk ...............................................20Fitness .................................................21Around the Club ............................ 22-23Club Information .................................24

Cover Photograph by Aesthetic Images

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Membership

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Welcome New Members!Membership MessageI want to thank all of those members who have been spon-sors and endorsers for new members as a growing member-ship base is vital to the future of our Club. At the time of this writing, we have welcomed 23 new members year to date and our total membership count is 1,321.

Please continue to promote our two-week trial member- ship for prospective members and their families to experience our Club during a time which is convenient for them. We have some very exciting upcoming events such as the Labor Day pool party, Silver Oak wine dinner, Joymongers Brewing Co. beer tap takeover at the Donald Ross Terrace, Oysters and Wine Night in the Ballroom, and the Halloween Hayride at the Farm (to name a few) that would provide an excellent opportunity for you to invite guests or their families to showcase the wide variety of activities at GCC.

Over the last few months, we have received several inquiries regarding our Significant Other and dating policies and understanding the difference between the two. Simply put, to become a Significant Other the requirements in-clude an application, endorsers, an interview by members of the Membership Committee and Board approval (please see full definition under Club Rules and Regulations on the website). Once approved, the Significant Other is granted full membership privileges (including enjoying all facilities unaccompanied by the Member).

Separately, our Club also has a very generous dating policy. The dating policy, as defined in our Rules and Regulations, allows a member to bring their "date" to all areas of the Club, provided they are together when using Club facilities.

Please let me, the Membership Committee, or Brittany Mitchell, our Membership Director, know if you have any questions regarding the two-week trial membership, how someone can become a member of our Club, or how we can help showcase the Club to a prospective member. You can reach Brittany at (336) 275-8506 or [email protected].

Matthew Rankin, ChairmanMembership Committee

Dr. Benjamin Ditty

Posted Members

Remember to check our membership page on the website and the bulletin board downstairs to see all posted members. If you have any comments or concerns in regards to posted members please contact our Membership Director Brittany Mitchell at (336) 275-8506 or [email protected].

Leslie & John Malueg

Suzanne & Gary McCartney

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General Manager's Message

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Dear Members,

Thank you for such a warm welcome as I begin my career at Greensboro Country Club. I am extremely excited about moving to Greensboro and starting work for the breathtaking Greensboro Country Club. I can

assure you that you will have my full efforts, loyalty, dedication and determination to make the Club a meaningful and memorable place for the Members for years to come.

To give you a little background, I am from Germany, where I finished Mechanical College in Stuttgart. While on vacation in Croatia, I met my beautiful wife, Murisa, and shortly after we were married. Together we traveled to visit a friend in Charlotte, North Carolina. We fell in love with North Carolina and the United States and decided to go back to Germany and pack our belongings to move to the United States. On February 16th, 2012, we completed the most inspiring accomplishment of our lives and were honored, thankful and extremely proud to become US citizens. While continually working to establish ourselves in the United States, we had a son, Edi. He is a current high school graduate with plans to attend the University of West Florida in the fall.

I finished my Chief Operations Officer certifica-tion and dove into the Club Associations Industry. Learning from one of the best General Managers in the world at Charlotte Country Club, I gained invaluable leadership experience and an expansive understanding of country clubs.

After nine years working at the Charlotte Country Club, I left North Carolina and moved to Florida to become the Chief Operations Officer at Pensacola Country Club. During my three years at Pensacola

Country Club, we formed an unstoppable team who produced a country club with new, respected and indispensable standards of excellence.

I am looking forward to working for Greensboro Country Club's superior Membership and to working side by side with an excellent team. Together, I am confident we will bring new levels of brilliance to the Greensboro Country Club. With kind regards and tremendous respect,

Robert LesingerGeneral Manager/COO

Capital Project UpdateOur maintenance team continues to make great strides in improving and updating our facilities this year. Most items are being done in-house, with the exception of specialty work such as plumbing and electrical, which has allowed for a substantial savings for the Club. The following is a brief summary of the progress we have made and the projects slated for the remainder of the year.

Roof ReplacementThe shingles on the Farm Clubhouse roof and the single-ply roof surface on the IP Clubhouse have been replaced. In order to combat nature’s elements and ensure the longevity of both of the Club-houses, this scheduled main-tenance must be addressed every few decades, and is a normal course of action in maintaining both building’s integrity.

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Capital Project Update

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[Capital Project Update Continued]

BakeryThe former laundry room in the IP Clubhouse has been repurposed into a new bakery, which has freed up space in our existing kitchen while providing an adequate and safe workspace for our professional pastry staff. This work began in July, and is currently complete and operational. We hope you enjoy the sweet smells and delicious new treats we are now able to offer in our dining rooms.

Ladies LoungesThe existing lounges in the IP Clubhouse are being renovated. The ladies restroom on the lower level has not been updated since the Club was renovated in 1986. Therefore it is receiving a much-deserved face-lift. This ladies restroom is receiving a complete makeover with a new floor, wall coverings, parti-tions, counter-top and sinks. On the main level, the tile and counter-top has been replaced in the ladies lounge, and the existing furniture is being refurbished. Once complete in September, you will notice new accessories and a fresh new atmosphere in both of our ladies lounges.

Paddle TennisThe Paddle Tennis craze is sweeping the nation! We are excited to announce that we are currently building two paddle tennis courts at Irving Park. Construction began August 19th and will be complete the first week of September. We have scheduled a date for the grand opening and exhibition with national paddle tennis player Mike Rahaley on Friday, September 23rd from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. With the ability to play in the winter as well as the summer, this will be a great new sport for GCC.

Renovation of Farm Clubhouse InteriorIn order to provide a more welcoming and functional interior space at the Farm, we will be renovating the interior of the Clubhouse. The bar will be relocated to the interior wall across from the fireplace and updated to create a more organic gathering and social area. Retractable glass will be installed on the exterior wall, allowing for beautiful panoramic views of the Donald Steele golf course, in addition to opening the room for unimpeded access to the back porch. This will allow for indoor-out-door Club events and entertaining with a new character. The interior of the Clubhouse will be updated with a wood dance floor, and new wall coverings, carpet, draperies and seating. We anticipate completion of this project at the end of the year. Please note that all work will be done in phases so that Members will be able to continue to utilize the Farm Clubhouse.

Golf Teaching Facility at the FarmThe Club will be adding a new golf teaching facility at the Farm driving range. This new building will have three hitting bays: one for instruction with state-of-the-art technology (the latest golf ball launch monitor and video assessment equipment available), and the other two for Member use. This new facility will provide year-round access for Mem-bers to practice and hone their golf game. The facility will also house a club repair room and bathrooms. This project will begin in October and is scheduled to be completed in early 2017. More information will be available once we begin this project.

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Special Events

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Page 6 Reservations are required. Please sign up online at www.greensborocc.org or call the Club’s receptionist at (336) 275-8506.

From the ChefWe have had a great summer at the Club! Our summer season was very productive with the opening of our new bakery where we will be producing all of our freshly baked desserts and pastries for both

campuses. We are now able to produce specialty cakes, and will also be offering custom wedding cakes for events at the Club. Pastry Chef Lucia Bobby and Keefe Fillerup will be offering two pastry cooking classes this fall so you can come see our new space and create your own pastry delights.

I would like to welcome a new member to our team, Family Grille Sous Chef Reed Gordon. Reed most recently worked at Lucky 32 and has worked through-out all three Weaver properties over the past eight years. Reed will be working with Chef de Cuisine, Ron Gordils, and the rest of the Family Grille culinary team to keep things fun and fresh.

The Donald Ross Terrace will continue to deliver some of the best pizzas in town every Friday and Saturday evening throughout September, with live music scheduled on Friday nights. Come out to the Donald Ross Terrace and enjoy beautiful fall evenings with us.

Chef Tim Thompson and I are continuing our focus on farm-to-table cuisine in the Sunset Dining Room. We are offering the best produce, proteins and special ingredients the triad has to offer. The menu changes weekly so please come in and see what’s fresh and exciting each week.

See you in the dining rooms!

Gregory John, CECExecutive Chef

Donald Ross Terrace Hours of OperationThe Donald Ross Terrace will operate normal hours through September 5th (Labor Day). After Labor Day, it will be open Friday and Saturday evenings for pizza and “shareables” (weather permitting). The Bar will be open from 5:00 to 10:00 p.m. and the food menu will be available from 5:30 to 9:00 p.m. We will feature live music every Friday night through September.

Live Music Fridays 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. | Donald Ross Terrace

Bring the kids for a night of fun at our new "Kids Night Out" program!

September 2nd Jessica Mashburn September 9th Joshua West September 16th Clay Howard September 23rd Joshua West September 30th Patrick Rock

It's Time for Football!

College KickoffSaturday, September 3rd12:00 p.m. | Donald Ross TerraceEnjoy the start of a new college season with your friends and rivals at the Donald Ross Terrace with great food and drink specials. Featured game: UNC @ Georgia at 5:30 p.m.

Super Bowl RematchThursday, September 8th5:00 p.m. | Sunset BarCome support the Panthers on their run to another Super Bowl - Carolina Panthers @ Denver Broncos at 8:30 p.m.

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Page 7Reservations are required. Please sign up online at www.greensborocc.org or call the Club’s receptionist at (336) 275-8506.

Labor Day Pool Party at IPMonday, September 5th 12:00 - 2:00 p.m. | Irving Park PoolJoin us for a Labor Day celebration! You will not want to miss this end of summer poolside party with music by DJ Ace, an inflatable, a complimentary ice cream truck and more! Head over to the pool for an after-noon of fun and friends.

BuffetSouthern Corn Bread Salad | Strawberry & Feta Salad with Poppy Seed Dressing Potato Salad | Marinated Cole SlawBBQ Ribs | Fried ChickenGrilled Salmon with Peppadew Coulis and Tropical Relish | Fresh Cooked BurgersHot Chips | Baked Beans | Local Melons

Children’s BuffetCheesy Pasta | Nathan’s Beef HotdogsChicken Fingers | Steamed BroccoliFresh Fruit Salad | Ice Cream Truck

Buffet: Adults $17 | Children 4-10 $8.50 Children Under 4 Are Our Guests

Labor Day ScheduleLunch Buffet 12:00 - 2:00 p.m.Ice Cream Truck 12:00 - 2:00 p.m.Donald Ross Terrace Bar 12:00 - 8:00 p.m.Snack Bar Novelties 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.Music by DJ Ace 12:00 - 4:00 p.m.Full Snack Bar Menu 2:00 - 8:00 p.m.Donald Ross Terrace Full Menu 4:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Breakfast for Dinner BingoWednesday, September 7th5:30 - 7:00 p.m. | BallroomLet's kick off BFD season on September 7th with a special Bingo BFD in the Ballroom! Bingo Starts promptly at 6:30 p.m. we will be playing ten games with wonderful prizes and a special dessert. Breakfast for Dinner will be back in the Family Grille on Wednesdays starting September 14th.

BuffetMade-to-Order OmeletsScrambled Egg Bar | Yogurt & Fruit Bars Potato Casserole | Belgium WafflesPancakes - Buttermilk, Chocolate Chip & Blueberry | Bacon | Neese’s Sausage

Adults $12 | Children $8.50Children Under 4 Are Our GuestsBingo Only $5

OktoberfestFriday, September 30th6:00 p.m. | Donald Ross TerraceCelebrate the season with your favorite German fare, live music and of course, German-style beers and cocktails in the GCC Beer Garden.

Green Bean Salad | German Potato SaladCheese Spätzle and Brown ButterRed Cabbage with Apples | SauerbratenMarinated Beef | Pork Jaeger Schnitzel Pork Bratwurst | German Desserts

$24 per personNote: The Donald Ross Terrace a la Carte Menu will not be available.

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Special Events Imbibe

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"Murder is a Fine Art"Murder Mystery DinnerFriday, October 7th 7:00 p.m. | Irving & Granville RoomsLibby Labelle, art critic for the influential "Graphic News," used her vitriolic columns to destroy the careers of many artists. When it was announced that impressionist artist Pete Casso was to preview an upcoming exhibit at the Creative Connection Art Gallery, Libby made a point of letting everyone know she'd be there to, once again, pen a negative review which never got printed.

The reason, Libby collapsed in the gallery and died. It would take a palette of investiga-tive skills to solve the case and identify the murderer. Join the Charlotte Murder Mystery Company's "ComeSolveIt-Charlotte Players" as an

investigator to figure out "WHODUNIT!"

Roasted Squash Bisque | Beef Tenderloin Potato Dauphinoise | Roasted VegetablesWhite Chocolate Passion Fruit Petit GateauTropical Fruit & White Chocolate Sphere

Adults $50 72-Hour Cancellation Policy in EffectMember Sign Bar

Let's Shag!Thursday, September 15th6:00 - 9:00 p.m. | BallroomWhether you are new to the dance, looking to pick up some new steps, or are trying to shine up your style, these shag lessons are for you. Complimentary hors d'oeuvres will be served including shrimp cocktail shooters, tenderloin sliders, vegetable spring rolls and artisan cheeses.

$30 Per Couple | Member Sign Bar48-Hour Cancellation Policy in Effect

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Reservations are required. Please sign up online at www.greensborocc.org or call the Club’s receptionist at (336) 275-8506.

Upcoming EventsSilver Oak Wine Dinner*Thursday, September 8th6:30 p.m. | Ballroom

First CourseJumbo Sea Scallop Cantaloupe | Preserved Walnuts | Garbanzo Meringue | Honey Walnut Vinaigrette2014 Twomey Sauvignon Blanc

Second CourseSeabassRoasted Shallot Pinot Demi | Shallot JamCrispy Fried Shallots2013 Twomey Pinot Noir, Russian River Valley

Third CourseVeal TenderloinChanterelle Double Cream Mushroom Duxelles | Rosemary Potato Gallete2012 Silver Oak Cabernet Sauvignon, Alexander Valley2011 Silver Oak Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley

DessertChocolate Hazelnut TorteCaramelized Hazelnut Crunch

$140 Per Person72-Hour Cancellation Policy in Effect*This event is sold out. Please call the Club's receptionist if you would like to be put on the wait list.

Joymongers Tap Takeover & TastingFriday, September 16th5:30 p.m. | Donald Ross TerraceJoy Mongers from Downtown Greensboro takes over the taps at the Donald Ross Terrace as we host their very first tap take-over ever!

Complimentary Tasting | Member-Sign Bar

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ImbibeImbibe

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Oysters and WineWednesday, October 26th6:30 p.m. | BallroomJoin us for an outstanding four-course meal featuring delicious oyster and wine pairings.

First CourseTrio of Raw OystersYuzo & Green Apple Asian Oyster with Hawaiian TunaLemon Mignonette & Sturgeon CaviarCaraccioli Brut Cuvee

Course 2Oyster & Golden Chantrelle Stew Vol au VentLapostolle Sauvignon BlancLapostelle Chardonnay “Cuvee Alexandre”

Course 3Roasted Oysters Heritage Farms Pork Belly | Bleu Cheese Pickeled jalepenosHopler ZweigeltAnderson’s Conn Valley Prologue Merlot

DessertRoasted Apple Tart Calvados Cream

$95 Per Person72-Hour Cancellation Policy in Effect

Burly Wine DinnerWednesday, November 9th6:30 p.m. | Irving RoomWe are excited to have Burly Winery owner and North Carolina native Hank McCrorie back to Greensboro Country Club!

Hank and Bernice hand-craft their signature wines at a small boutique winery. They teamed up with 4th generation winemaker, Massimo Monticelli, and renowned vineyard manager, Michael Wolf, whose collective mastery of the craft helped bring Burly to life in 2004. Hank focusses on robust, small production, single vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon.

He will be releasing his 2012 Cabernets just in time, and we’re pleased to announce that he also made a 2012 Cabernet Special Selection that will be featured at the dinner as well. We will also feature Burly Sauvignon Blanc and the second release of the new Burly Chardonnay.

Detailed Menu Available Soon$125 Per Person72-Hour Cancellation Policy in Effect

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Does the Glass Make the Wine? Riedel Lets You Be the Judge!Many experts believe that to fully appreciate the personality of different grape varieties and the subtle character of wines, it is essential to have an appropriately fine-tuned glass shape. Riedel, a premier wine glass company, comes to GCC to let you be the judge. Event will be held in the Ballroom. Choose from one of two dates:

Thursday, September 22nd | 6:15 p.m. -OR- Wednesday, September 28th | 6:15 p.m. "The shape of the glass is responsible for the flow of wine and consequently where it touches the various taste zones of the tongue. The initial point of contact depends on the shape and volume of the glass, the diameter of the rim, and its finish (whether it is cut and polished or rolled edge) as well as the thickness of the crystal. As you put your wine glass to your lips, your taste buds are on alert. Once the tongue is in contact with the wine, three messages are transmitted at the same time: temperature, texture and taste. Wine is composed of different elements: fruit, acidity, mineral components, tannin and alcohol. The combination between the sense of smell and taste leads into the wonderful world of flavor. It is the glass shape which is responsible for balance and harmony of flavors." - Riedel

$35 Includes Four Glasses and Wine Tasting | Additional Glasses and Wines Will Be Available for Purchase 72 Hour Cancellation Policy in Effect | Be sure to make reservations for dinner in one of our dining rooms!

Reservations are required. Please sign up online at www.greensborocc.org or call the Club’s receptionist at (336) 275-8506.

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The Farm

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Upcoming Events

Sunday Grand Brunch BuffetSunday, September 11th & Sunday, October 9th 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. | FarmJoin us every second Sunday of the month for our Grand Brunch Buffet. Our chefs will create a varying array of breakfast and lunch favorites each month and of course, the popular chef-attended omelet and waffle bar. Adults $16.50 | Children $8.50 Children Under Four - Our Guests

Weekly Thursday Night Buffet6:00 - 9:00 p.m. | FarmJoin us every Thursday night as the Farm chefs create a wonderful buffet dinner with a new menu each week that mixes the best of new and creative dishes inspired by local seasonal ingredients with our existing Club favorites. And of course, each month concludes with our Prime Rib Buffet on the last Thursday.Adults $16.50 | Children $8.50 Children Under Four - Our Guests

Prime Rib BuffetThursday, September 29th & Thursday, October 27th6:00 - 9:00 p.m. | FarmOn the final Thursday of every month please enjoy our Prime Rib Buffet featuring prime rib, southern fried chicken, soup and salad bar, and an array of house-made pastries.Adults $24 | Children $8.50Children Under Four - Our Guests

Halloween HayrideFriday, October 28th5:00 - 9:00 p.m. | FarmDon your best costume and head over to the Farm for this annual event. Indulge on popcorn, cotton candy and other spooky treats. Don’t forget about the child-friendly dinner buffet and the member-sign bar for parents. Kids will enjoy a variety of activities including a Ferris Wheel, the Flying Elephant, inflatables, face painting and the always popular hayride. This is one of the most cherished events of the year.

Brunswick Stew | Green SaladFall Harvest Salad | Green BeansMac & Cheese | Fried ChickenPizzas | Hot Chocolate and CiderVariety of Sweet & Spooky Treats

$18 Adults | $10 Children Ages 4-10$5 Children Ages 4 and Under

Reservations are required. Please call the Farm Clubhouse at (336) 288-3415.

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Family & Youth Activities

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Page 11Reservations are required. Please sign up online at www.greensborocc.org or call the Club’s receptionist at (336) 275-8506.

Kids Night OutDrop the kids off Friday night in the Pavilion for fun activities, dinner and a movie. Mark your calendar!

6:45 - 7:15 p.m. Dinner | 7:15 - 8:00 p.m. Activity 8:00 - 9:30 p.m. Movie

Color Explosion Friday, September 2nd Creating all sorts of pops of color crafts. There will be paint, there will be dye and there will be fun, so wear clothes you don’t mind getting an extra splash of color on.

Ice Cream Sundaes Friday, September 9thLet’s make some ice cream with Executive Pastry Chef Lu-cia. While we’re at it let’s make our own marshmallows, cookie crumbles and other favorite mix-ins!

Living Dragons Friday, September 16thThe reptiles are coming and so should you. Join us for an evening of dragon folklore and scaly friends.

Pancake Day Friday, September 23rdEveryone creates their own pancake! We will have a choice of pancake batter and an assortment of toppings and mix-ins to experiment with.

Murder Mystery Night Friday, October 7thBring your detective hat and let’s play an interactive game of "Whodunit."

Build Your Own Pizza Friday, October 14thCreate your dream pizza at the Donald Ross Terrace with a member of the GCC Culinary Team.

Pumpkin Decorating Friday, October 21stIt’s an annual affair! Bring your best ideas to create your own festive pumpkin.

$20 for One Child | $35 for Two Children$50 for Three or More Children

Please Note: Join us for the Camp Out on Friday, Septem-ber 30th and for the Halloween Hayride on Friday, October 28th in place of the Friday Kids Night Out.

Fall Family Fun!

Breakfast for Dinner BingoWednesday, September 7th5:30 - 7:00 p.m. | BallroomLet's kick off Breakfast for Dinner season on September 7th for Breakfast for Dinner Bingo in the Ballroom! Bingo Starts promptly at 6:30 p.m. we will be playing ten games with prizes and a special dessert. Breakfast for Dinner will be back in the Family Grille on Wednesdays starting September 14th. Adults $12 | Children $8.50Children Under 4 Are Our Guests | Bingo Only $5

GCC Camp Out and Glow Golf Friday, September 30th 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 a.m. | Irving Park Driving RangePitch your tent and bring your sleeping bag for a camp out on the Irving Park Driving range! Enjoy food, games, glow golf and a movie by the campfire Friday night, with breakfast and cartoons on Sat-urday morning. Adults $30 | Children $20

Halloween HayrideFriday, October 28th5:00 - 9:00 p.m. | FarmDon your best costume and head over to the Farm for this annual event. Indulge on popcorn, cotton candy and other spooky treats. Kids will enjoy a variety of activities, rides, games and the always popular hayride. $18 Adults | $10 Children Ages 4-10$5 Children Ages 4 and Under

The Arcade at GCCBeginning September 14th, we invite the kids to the Pavilion to socialize after Breakfast for Dinner every Wednesday night. Play arcade games, listen to music and enjoy complimentary popcorn and lemonade from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.

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Tennis Update

It's finally fall, and I'm sure we are all looking forward to putting those steamy temperatures behind us. Our fall schedule is now in place at Irving Park:

Irving Park Fall Outdoor Court Schedule9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.12:00 - 3:00 p.m. (Booked on the ½ hour)3:00 - 4:00 p.m. (Court Maintenance)4:00 - 10:00 p.m. (Booked on the ½ hour)

Indoor season at the Farm begins Monday, October 31st.

USTA Junior Team TennisGCC is preparing for the USTA Junior Team Tennis this 2016 fall season. This league gives our juniors a chance to compete against other junior players of their ability through-out the city in a team format. Teams will compete in the age groups of 10-Under, 12-Under, 14-Under and 18-Under team competition.

Once registration is complete, the GCC professional staff will place our GCC juniors on appropriate teams according to ability and will be notified to what team will be a part of the first week of practice. Matches and team practices will begin the first week of September. Matches will be played on Friday afternoons throughout September and October. Please note that juniors will need a current USTA Member-ship to participate in team competition.

The GCC Tennis Staff hopes to see your child as a USTA Junior Team Tennis participant this fall!

Paddle TennisBe sure to watch for more information regarding paddle tennis events and leagues. This is a fun and exciting new sport for GCC members, and we look forward to seeing you on the paddle ball courts throughout the fall and winter!

Tom Cascarano, USPTADirector of Tennis

Fall Tennis Programs

Men’s Wednesday Night LeagueWe invite all you gentlemen to join the fun, meet new players and show off your talents in the Men’s Wednesday Night League! Throughout the season, each individual player will play doubles against the other competing players. Points are scored by the number of games each player wins. A cumulative score will be kept. At the end of the season we will award gift certificates to the top three individuals at a beer and sandwich party. Space is limited, so call the Tennis Pro Shop today at (336) 275-8162!

Play Begins Wednesday, September 14th$30 per player (Includes balls, party and prizes)

Tennis 101Mondays Beginning September 12th (Six Week Program)7:00 - 8:00 p.m. | Irving ParkStart playing tennis or get back into playing with instruction and advice for beginners who want to learn all facets of the game. This is a fun way to learn the sport, gain exercise and enjoy meeting other members who are interested in tennis.$16 per night

End of Summer Tennis BashAugust 19, 2016

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Upcoming Events

GCC Doubles Club ChampionshipsSaturday, September 10thThis event will feature our GCC men and women combo levels of play to compete for the champion-ship trophy. Sign up with your partner and compete for a chance to be the GCC Doubles Club Champion! Men: 7.0 & Below | 7.5 | 8.0 & Above Women: 6.5 & Below | 7.0 | 7.5 & Above$20 per team (Includes: balls, trophies, continental breakfast & beverages)

Irving Park Cup Challenge vs. Sherwood Racquet & SwimFriday, September 16th | 7:00 p.m.This is a chance to play doubles and compete for the Irving Park Cup. Both men and women of all levels will play a pro-set with an opportunity to play for GCC and a chance for bragging rights for one full year. Join the team and be a part of the winning tradition!

GCC Singles Club ChampionshipsSaturday, October 1st - Sunday, October 2ndPlay begins on Saturday at 9:00 a.m.Events include: Men's Open Singles, Women's Open Singles, Men's 3.5 Singles, Women's 3.5 Singles$15 per person

Save the DateOktoberfest Tennis Social October 27th Junior Club Championships November 5th

Ladies Member/GuestFriday, October 7th8:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. | Irving ParkCheck in will begin at 8:30 a.m., and a continental breakfast will be provided. Play begins at 9:00 a.m. fol-lowed by an afternoon luncheon served at 12:00 p.m.$40 per team (Includes-continental breakfast, tennis balls, awards, luncheon, door prizes, and gift)Registration begins September 12th at 9:00 a.m.

Martini Mixer & Paddle Tennis Grand OpeningFriday, September 23rd7:00-9:00 p.m. | Irving ParkEnjoy an evening of tennis, fun, games and a chance to see how paddle tennis is played.There will be a Paddle Tennis Exhibition from some of the top players in the country to show GCC how paddle is played. There will be fun, food, drink and while you are introduced to this new sport of paddle tennis. Be a part of the experience!

Chicken & Beef Fajita Bar | Queso Guacamole | Spanish Rice | Frijoles Tortilla Chips | Mexican Wedding Cakes Caramel Flan | Churro Shooter

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Court Progress on August 26th

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Golf UpdateThe summer is moving along faster than a Bubba Watson tee shot! The Golf Program has been in full-swing with the junior golf program, tourna-ments and special events.

Junior Golf This summer we have seen a record number of juniors participate in the summer camps. We have had both “golf only” camps and “all sports” camps. The emphasis is on fun, fine tuning motor skills and then translating that into swinging a golf club. The juniors have responded positively to it and we are excited for the fall clinics and activities. The clinics are paying off for many of our juniors, as we had fantastic play in the Junior Club Championship. Champion-ship week was full of golf, basketball games, a movie night (thank you Kevin Carlock), corn hole games, a contestant dinner with a press conference, post-round interviews and a post celebration pool party. Congratulations to all of our juniors for participating.

Caddies at GCCIt has often been said that the most enjoyable way to play a round of golf is to walk with a caddie. That opportunity is coming to GCC through the use of hands-free robotic caddies. These robots, called Rovers, allow the golfer to enjoy the game walking with the Rover following safely behind. With the switch of a small transponder worn on the back of your belt, the Rover uses state-of-the-art sensor technology and wireless transmission to follow along. The Rover also carries sand bottles (for filling divots), a small cooler and a GPS devise that will provide measurements on each hole to the front, middle and back of the green. Your professional staff will provide a brief tutorial on the use of the Rover. They are very simple to use and will provide added enjoyment to the game for those that use them.

Bud Taylor, PGADirector of Golf

Putting

Since my arrival last September, many members have scheduled lessons to work on their putting. Through these lessons and listening to members describe their overall play, the first question one should ask when analyzing how they are

putting is how close to the hole they are hitting their approach shots.

A jump off the page data point from the PGA Tour is every putt a tour player makes from 25 feet they will 3 putt from the same distance an equal amount. The best putters in the world 3 putt from 25 feet as often as they make putts from 25 feet. So if you are hitting greens in regulation outside of 25 feet and 3 putting a handful of times it may not be how you are putting that is causing the extra putts, but how you are hitting your approach shots. Another jaw dropping statistic related to PGA Tour players is they make 50% of eight foot putts. From eight feet they make as many as they miss. Pause for a moment and think about how many eight-foot putts you make and you may not be far off from the best putters in the world.

Finally I will leave you with what Nick Price used to say all the time, "the better I drive it the better I putt."

Call the Farm Professional Shop to schedule a lesson. The professional staff is ready to help you hit better shots to help you become better putters.

Jerome AndrewsDirector of Player Development

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Tournament ResultsThe President's Cup

July 22-24, 2016

Flight Net ChampionsOlympic Eric Anthony & John StrattonHazeltine National Brad Penn & Bill CollinsBaltusrol Robert Enochs & Mark NussbaumRoyal Troon Jonathan Peddrick & Chip PermarOakmont Tripp Cunningham & Jimmy HaynesAugusta National Jason Bohrer & Ed LeBlanc

Flight Gross Senior ChampionsAugusta National Gene Grubb & Frank Cheney

Upcoming Events

September12th-13th Greens Aerification - Farm17th Captains Cup Finals18th Folds of Honor “Support Our Troops” Golf Tournament24th Battle of the Collegiate27th Ladies Member-Member Championship30th Junior Camp Out & Glow Golf

October1st Callaway Demo Day11th Breast Cancer Fundraiser12th Gentlemen’s Home & Home Match (Grandfather Golf & Country Club)15th Tennis/Golf Tournament16th Mixed Team Championship20th-22nd “The 1909” Gentlemen’s Member-Guest Invitational29th Chairman’s Cup29th Adult Night Glow Golf

Overall Gross ChampionsRyan Gioffre & David Egerton

Overall Net ChampionsJay Kirkpatrick &

Mark Wilson

Parent-Child Tournament | July 16, 2016

Overall Net ChampionsTrevor & James Mitchell

Overall Gross ChampionsNicholas & Alex Poole

Family Tees ChampionsNayehl & Taimur Khan

9-11 Year Old ChampionsPierson & David Civils

12 Year Old ChampionsJohn David & John Civils

13 & 14 Year Old ChampionsDaniel & Dan Jones

15-17 Year Old ChampionsJohn, Jr. & John Beard

18 Year & Older ChampionsWilliam & Bill Whitacre

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Ladies Events:Ladies Member-MemberTuesday, September 27th Shotgun Starts | Farm Open to all GCC Lady Golfers – This annual two-lady team event with better ball between the two partners format will begin in a 9:00 a.m. shotgun for our 18 hole division then joined by our 9 hole contingent at 11:00 a.m. The field will then assemble for an awards luncheon together. Register by Friday, September 23rd through the Farm Golf Shop.

Ladies Breast Cancer Awareness FundraiserTuesday, October 11thMorning Shotgun Followed by Lunch | Irving ParkThe LGA decided several years ago to stay local with their charitable efforts. Each year we alternate between local organizations. Join us for this special event to raise awareness and funds. You may build your own team or register to be paired. Please register by Friday, October 7th.

Halloween Ball Tuesday, October 25th9:00 a.m. Shotgun Start | Irving Park The pairing group is a team which will rotate the play of the orange ball. The score by the orange ball player counts as the team score through a rotation of the foursome.

Sign-up individually and the golf staff will pair you into teams; pairing requests welcome if equitable. Join us after golf for lunch. Please specify if you will also be staying for lunch. Sign-up by Friday, October 21st to help our culinary team prepare for your arrival.

Open to All Members:Folds of Honor Fundraiser Tournament Sunday, September 18th1:00 p.m. Shotgun | FarmBe a wingman for Major Dan Rooney providing scholarships to veteran’s families. Make your own foursome or register to be paired (guests welcome/no guest fee). Titleist Limited Edition “Folds of Honor” golf bag is also being raffled in the Farm Golf Shop in September to raise additional funds.

Contribute $75 (check made payable to Folds of Honor) and $25 entry fee for food and prizes (member charge). Register to play in the tournament by Wednesday, September 14th.

“Battle of the Collegiate” Golf TournamentSaturday, September 24th9:00 a.m. Shotgun | Irving ParkWhere is your allegiance on game day? Carolina? Wake? State? Duke? 'Bama? Register to play for your favorite team and dress the part. All GCC members with handicap are welcome to register as a foursome (mixed schools in a foursome are welcome) or individual to be paired. Best four net scores per school. Winning team displays school flag in the Golf Professional Shop for the year and their name on a perpetual trophy. Includes tailgating and games during scoring. Join us and show your true colors! Award for best outfit and best cart decorations! $25 entry fee includes lunch.

Mixed Team ChampionshipSunday, October 16th (Please Note New Date)12:30 p.m. Tee Times | FarmAfternoon starting times at the Farm with format of one better ball of two; teams are one lady member partnered with one gentleman member. Please register by Wednesday, October 12th.

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Junior Stroke Play Club ChampionshipAugust 4 - 5, 2016

Congratulations to All of Our Winners!

Part of this year’s excitement was the inaugural Junior Match Play Championship. The juniors were all in one division, with juniors teeing off from different yard-ages depending upon age. The inaugural event was won by 10 year-old Charlie Plate! Charlie outlasted 17 year-old Thomas Mayes in the final to capture his first Junior Club Championship title.

In the Stroke Play Junior Club Championship, Tatum Neff defended her title as the Girls Overall Champion with a 88-86 = 174 total for 36-holes. And Nick Poole won his first Junior Club Championship Boys Overall title firing an impressive 4 under par total of 67-71 = 138 total for 36-holes.

Overall Match Play Champion

Charlie Plate

Girls Overall Stroke Play Champion

Tatum Neff

Boys Overall Stroke Play Champion

Nick Poole

Junior Stroke Play Club Championship

Age Division WinnersBoys 13 & 14 – Ben Rightsell – 75-73 = 148

Boys 11 & 12 – Ben Jordan – 39-39 = 78Boys 10 & Under – Charlie Plate – 38-37 = 75

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Summer Course ConditionsI am pleased to report that both courses are doing well with the excep-tion of a few small areas on a limited number of greens that give us trouble every year. Most golfers from this area know that green speeds on courses

with Bentgrass greens slow down during the peak summer months but most don’t really understand as to why. The are several basic reasons with the first being a management decision to raise the mowing heights up slightly when we enter into what we think will be a prolonged abnormally hot period of weather. The second is the humidity during the hot summer months often results in a more succulent plant that yields a sticker putting surface and a plant that is much more susceptible to disease activity. The last big reason is the Bentgrass plant is a cool season plant and as such the roots begin to dieback each year when soil temperatures exceed 77 degrees. With July of 2016 being the second hottest July on record, we reached the 77 degree threshold very early in the month and have witnessed significant root dieback ever since. As of the end of July, healthy roots were very hard to find and the few that did exist were well below an inch in length. This is down from the peak roots in May that are prolific and typically 4-6 inches in length. With that said, history shows that if we manage everything perfectly we can generally get through the worst summers with only minor damage. But to do so requires not only experience and dedication from the staff but also a little bit of patience and understanding from the golfers as well.

While a good portion of our manpower during the summer months is spent maintaining the greens and the course as a whole, this is also the time of the year we try to make improvements as well. This year we installed over an acre of

new sod on the Irving Park course to finish out a few repairs that were deferred from the winterkill in 2015 and to clean up some of the areas where trees were removed this past winter. On the Farm course, we installed around a quarter acre of sod in an effort to repair a few worn or damaged areas. The Farm has also installed close to 1,400 linear feet of new French drainage on holes 9, 12 and 16. We hope to continue adding more drainage before the end of summer on holes 1, 3 and 8. Drainage on a golf course is seemingly a never ending necessity and our drainage plan attempts to prioritize the worst areas on the course and breaks them out into multiple years based on funding limitations.

Both courses underwent cultivation on the tees and fair-ways this summer with the Farm course fairways undergoing two aerifications. As good a grass as Zoysia is to look at and play off of, it is equally as difficult to manage to a high standard. Although it is known as a slower growing grass than Bermudagrass, it produces thatch at a much higher rate than Bermudagrass. If the thatch level is not managed it will result in poor drainage, higher disease susceptibility and a grass that becomes puffy and difficult to mow at lower heights. As the grass is very slow to recover from verticutting, and topdressing with sand is not affordable, an aggressive aerification program is our only option to manage unwanted thatch.

Greens will be aerified August 29th & 30th on the Irving Park Course and September 12th & 13th on the Farm course. This is done to relieve stress and promote new root growth during the critical fall growing season. We do this as early as possible to provide the membership with the best possible fall playing conditions.

The rough mowing heights went up in late August to ensure good winter definition and increase winter hardiness. Player-friendly mowing heights are maintained nearly nine months out the year. Depending on rainfall, the membership should expect more "tournament like" playing conditions during the fall golfing season, especially on the Farm Course.

Doug Lowe, CGCSDirector of Golf Course Maintenance

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Fitness Update“We've got spirit, yes we do! We've got spirit, how about you?!”There is a lot of passion and enthusi-asm about college football this time of year. Is your team the one with the

most spirit? We plan to find out which college actually does have the most spirit for their football team. Every time you wear your favorite team logo into the Fitness Center during the month of September you will be entered into a drawing for a team logo tailgating chair. We will have six major col-lege teams in NC represented and a single category for all other college teams. The more you workout, the more you could get your name in the drawing being held on October 1st. Let's see your spirit!

Everyone Needs a Little Motivation…Right?New to the Club? Never been to the Fitness Center? We want to see you! Beginning September 1st, when you come into the Fitness Center or try a group exercise class for the first time ever, stop by the reception desk to receive a spe-cial GCC Fitness gift. And, if another member brings you in to try us out for the first time, they will receive the same gift as well. We are looking forward to seeing all of the newly motivated faces!

Teen OrientationsAll 13 to 15 year-old teens will now be able to earn the ability to utilize the Fitness Center without being accom-panied by a parent! We invite all teens to join us in the Fitness Center! By sim-ply attending two consecutive Fitness Center Orientation sessions, teens can earn a junior fitness badge that will al-low them to utilize Fitness without being accompanied by a parent. Orientation sessions will be held Wednesdays from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. starting September 7th (some dates may be excluded). Required orientations will be offered con-secutively throughout the month on the first and second Wednesday of the month and the 3rd and 4th Wednesday of the month. The $30 fee includes both sessions. Teens who have not attended both consecutive sessions will not be allowed access to the Fitness Center unaccompanied, so be sure to sign up by calling the Fitness Center at (336) 691-5825.

Please let us know if there is anything we can do for you, and we will see you in the Fitness Center!

Lori SparrowDirector of Fitness

Enhance Your Performance!GCC Fitness is launching a brand new Sport Performance program for every athlete - no matter the age, level or sport! We have hired a sports performance specialist to bring this new program to the membership. In a career spanning two decades, Mark Williams has served at the highest levels of sports performance, working extensively in both Division I athletics and professional sports. By request, Mark will be available to work with individual athletes, duos or small groups and will be available to assist any GCC athletic team with their performance needs. We invite you to learn more about this exciting new addition to our fitness menu by attending an information session on Wednesday, September 14th at 7:00 p.m. to meet our new Sport Performance Specialist, Mark Williams, and learn how he will be able to take your game to the next level. Light snacks and member-sign bar will be available. Please sign up online at www.greensborocc.org or call the Fitness Center at (336) 691-5825.

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Save the DateThe holiday season is right around the corner. Make sure you mark your calendar for these events that you won't want to miss!

Holiday Member MarketThursday, November 17th | 5:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Thanksgiving BuffetThursday, November 24th | 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Gingerbread House BuildingWednesday, November 30th | 5:00 - 9:00 p.m.

Breakfast with SantaSaturday, December 3rd | 8:00 - 10:00 a.m.

GCC Holiday BazaarWednesday, December 7th | 5:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Holiday GalaSaturday, December 10th | 7:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m.

Atlanta’s “Jessie’s Girl” Band will headline in the Ballroom for a 180-minute nonstop show beginning at 9:00 p.m. Back by popular demand, we will have “GCC Studio 54”

dance club on Sunset Terrace with DJ Randy Smith. Enjoy a “Seafood Bar Extravaganza” and full open bar with premium

wines by the glass and specialty holiday drinks.$110 Per Member | $125 Per Member Guest

72-Hour Cancellation Policy

Holiday BuffetWednesday, December 21st | 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

New Year’s Eve Dance PartySaturday, December 31st | 9:00 p.m. - 12:30 a.m.

Ladies Day CardsJoin us for a morning of socializing and Bridge at Ladies Day Cards on Wednesdays from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Lunch is offered for all attendees. Upcoming dates include September 14th & 28th and October 12th & 26th. Guests are welcome.

$17.50 per person (Includes Cards and Lunch)

Enjoy one of our signature "G" burgers with truffle fries and a

glass of Caymus or a French Omelet with Gruyere Cheese,

Smoked Salmon, Salmon Caviar and Dill Crème Fraîche with a

Laurent-Perrier Brut Champagne Split every Thursday.

6:00 - 9:30 p.m. | Sunset Room & Bar $25 per person

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All Sports CampJuly 25 - 28, 2016

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Club Directory Phone DirectoryFarm Clubhouse (336) 288-3415Farm Golf Pro Shop (336) 288-4461Farm Pool (336) 288-9242Farm Snack Bar (336) 288-5607Farm Tennis Pro Shop (336) 288-7801Fitness Center (336) 691-5825Irving Park Clubhouse (336) 275-8506Irving Park Golf Pro Shop (336) 272-4364Irving Park Pool (336) 691-5811Irving Park Tennis Pro Shop (336) 275-8162

EmailRobert Lesinger - General Manager/COO [email protected] Andrews - Director of Player Development (Golf) [email protected] Cascarano, USPTA - Director of Tennis [email protected] Diana Dorfman, Executive Administrative Assistant [email protected]. Scott Harmon - Director of Private Events [email protected] John, CEC - Executive Chef [email protected] Lowe, CGCS - Director of Golf Course Maintenance [email protected] Ludwig - Director of Communications [email protected] Mitchell, CMP - Membership Director [email protected] Newman - Interim Clubhouse Manager [email protected] Nowak, PGA - IP Head Golf Professional [email protected] Lori Sparrow - Director of Fitness [email protected] Bill Stone, CPA - CFO/Controller [email protected] Taylor, PGA - Director of Golf [email protected] Thomas, PGA - Farm Head Golf Professional [email protected] Waddell, Director of Facilities Maintenance [email protected] Wilkerson, PHR, SHRM-CP - [email protected] Director of Human Resources

2016 Board of Directors President Pete Davenport Jr. Inside Vice President Tom Watkins Outside Vice President Monty D. Hagler Treasurer Jason Bohrer Sr. Assistant Treasurer David Egerton Secretary Mark Davidson Assistant Secretary Jay Kirkpatrick III Membership Chair Matthew Rankin Past President Gail I. Bernstein Director Susan Stafford Kelly Director Ted Tewkesbury Director Edward A. LeBlanc Director James M. Morgan III Director Lee McAllister Director Daniel C. Craft

Food & Beverage Hours of Operation

Sunset Room Reservations Recommended - Dressy Casual Dinner: Tuesday - Saturday: 6:00 - 9:30 p.m.

Sunset Bar Beverage ServiceTuesday - Thursday: 5:00 - 10:30 p.m.

Friday & Saturday: 5:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m.

Family Grille/1909 Reservations Recommended - Casual Attire

Bar Service Available Breakfast: Friday - Saturday: 7:30 - 10:30 a.m.

Lunch: Tuesday - Saturday: 11:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Sunday a la Carte Brunch: 7:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Sunday Buffet: 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. | 5:30 - 9:00 p.m.Dinner: Tuesday - Sunday: 5:30 - 9:00 p.m.

Men’s Grille & Bar Tuesday - Sunday: 11:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Farm GrilleMonday: Closed

Bar Service: Tuesday - Sunday 11:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.Food Service: Tuesday 11:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.

(Limited Menu)Food Service: Wednesday - Sunday 11:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Thursday Night Buffets: 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.Sunday Brunch Buffet: 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Donald Ross Terrace Food ServiceNo Reservations - Casual Attire

Under Age 21 Not Permitted

Friday & SaturdayBar: 5:00 - 10:00 p.m.

A la Carte Menu: 5:30 - 9:00 p.m.

The Donald Ross Terrace is closed for the season starting October 1st.