may & june 2014 newsletter
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SUMMER EDITION • MAY - JUNE 2014
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Comes Home” video.
April 19, 2014 • Greystone Park, Greystone Drive
Each year, the day before Easter Sunday, Greystone’s cutest little Easter Egg Hunters gather in Greystone Park located off of Greystone Drive to see what the Easter Bunny brought them. Greystone Golf & Country Club Members and Residents are invited to take part in the Hunt. The Easter Whistle is blown at promptly 10:00am, and the hunt begins to find the most prize-filled eggs, and the magical golden eggs! Families gather and snap photos of their children grinning ear to ear as they visit the Easter Bunny. The Hoover Belles, high school ladies who represent the City of Hoover come dressed in their beautiful gowns, and assist in hosting the annual hunt. Breakfast treats from Daylight Donuts were enjoyed by all, and two awesome moonwalk bouncy houses were setup for the entertainment of Greystone’s enthusiastic little ones. The annual hunt is funded by Greystone Golf & Country Club, Greystone Residential Association, and Legacy Homeowners’ Association.
INDEX
Easter Egg Hunt....................................................1-2
President’s Message................................................3
Volunteer for Regions Tradition..............................4
General Manager’s Message...................................5
14th Annual Greystone Invitational.....................6-7
From Your Director of Golf......................................8
Welcome New Members...................................9-10
Membership News ................................................11
Dining Guide..........................................................12
May & June Specialties (Dining & Social)..............13
Aquatics News..................................................15-16
Fitness News.....................................................17-18
Tennis News...........................................................19
Spotted...................................................................20
The Barnes Family The Anding Family The Garner Family
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more from
the hunt The Eastis Family
The Kendalls & the Tribles with Hoover Belle
Paige Pichel
The Lewis Family The Jackson Family Kylie Kendall The Dennis Family
The Clifton Family Ashley Trible Granddaughter of Sandy & Ross Cates
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Dear fellow Members,
Spring is finally here and not a moment too soon. The warmer weather is just adding to the excitement at Greystone.
With the Champions Tour returning for 2016, 2017, and 2018, plus our projects to make Greystone a Club of Excellence, there has never been a better time to be a member.
I hope you are as excited as am I with the direction our Club is heading. I truly believe that the things happening at Greystone Golf & Country Club today are a turning point. The next five years look bright for us!
All of this exciting growth does not come without some mild inconvenience. The golf course renovations at Founders will require course closure of approximately 90 days, at which time Legacy will be open for play. Please remember our long-term goals for Founders, when we are all crowded on one course during July, August, and September. During our facility upgrades, we will try to keep any inconvenience to a minimum.
Bringing the Regions Tradition to Greystone will require creation of a number of committees and will be a lot of work, but should be much fun for our members. Greystone has committed to marshalling a hole in the 2014 Regions Tradition at Shoal Creek. Please consider volunteering for this. There are more details on the next page.
This is also the time of the year that we make a major push in recruiting new members. Please do not forget to invite your friends and coworkers to come and enjoy our Club and consider-ing joining. Our long-term success depends on continued growth of our membership.
Thank you for your continued support of our Club.
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Jeff Clifton, 2014 President [email protected] (205) 790-3771
Congratulations to the Vanderbilt Commodores on their 2014 SEC Women’s Golf Championship victory!
Congratulations to Greystone’s Staff Scholarship Recipients, and thanks to the GMGA & Members who participated in/
donated to the Dollars for Scholars Golf Tournament on April 5, 2014 at the Legacy Course.
Over $5,000 was raised to assist the Greystone Staff in continuing their educational pursuits.
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VOLUNTEER & REPRESENT GREYSTONE AT THE
2014 REGIONS TRADITION AT SHOAL CREEK
Interested in a fun, unique experience that also helps others? Volunteer and serve on "Team Greystone" as we marshal hole #8 during the tournament!
The tournament: Champions Tour 72-hole major golf tournament with proceeds going to Children's of Alabama
When: Wednesday, May 14th through Sunday, May 18th
Where: Shoal Creek, 100 New Williamsburg Drive
We Need YOU: At least 20 Greystone Members are needed to volunteer for 3 shifts from Wednesday the 14th through Sunday the 18th. The 20 Greystone volunteers will marshal Shoal Creek hole #8 which is a par 3. Shift times: Thursday- Sunday: 8am- 2pm (or end of play), and two shifts on Wednesday, 6:30am-11:30am and 11:15am- 5:00pm.
How Do I Volunteer?: Please contact Volunteer Director Olivia Twiddy with Bruno Event Team, [email protected] or (205) 262-2815 to let her know which day/time you're available. You will also need to Apply as a Volunteer on the Regions Tradition website, regionstradition.com where you’ll reserve your volunteer uniform and comment in the “Notes” section that you will serve as a Greystone Member Volunteer on hole 8. Uniforms cost $50 or $95 with proceeds benefiting Children's of Alabama.
Volunteers play a vital role in ensuring the success of the tournament. I hope you'll consider representing Team Greystone on Shoal Creek hole #8 while enjoying great golf!
Sincerely,
Lane Milam
2014 Board of Directors [email protected]
Dear Members,
The Future is NOW! After one of the most positive Town Hall meet-ings in Greystone history, the Equity Members have approved the vote to move forward with the building projects discussed at the
Town Hall Meeting on April 9th and on the video (click here for the Town Hall recap video). The overwhelming approval rating of over 95% is the highest that I have ever heard of at a private club!
What are the next steps and what does all of this mean...
Short-term:
A. We will secure a loan with a banking institution. B. We will continue working with Goodwyn Mills Cawood, an architecture firm, on
the Golf Operations Building/Plaza. Preliminary schedule would be to start in July on that building.
C. Continue to work with Goodwyn Mills Cawood on the design and details on the Founders lower level renovation.
D. Renovation to the Founders Golf Course will begin in July – meaning all golf play will be at Legacy after the 4th of July until late September.
E. We are in the process of restructuring the Hours of Operation at Founders for this golf course construction. We will publish the modification prior to construction.
F. We will pay off our existing mortgage. G. We will select a contractor to build the Golf Operation Building/Plaza and
Founders Lower Level renovation. H. There will be some disruption in services, programs, and facilities during the construction timeframe. We
appreciate your understanding and flexibility.
Long-term:
The Club membership will have new facilities that will be aesthetically attractive, spaces that are functional and areas that address our most “challenged” issues. These areas will increase attrition and help attract new families to your Club.
Greystone Invitational
The 14th Annual Greystone Invitational, one of the top 25 Amateur Events in the USA, will be held June 19-22 on the Founders Course. This year we have a real need for Greystone families to host players. This unique experience creates a longtime bond with some incredibly talented young golfers (mainly college students). Mrs. Missy McCabe, Housing Chair, can be reached at [email protected] or 540-8483.
Learn more about the Greystone Invitational on the following pages.
I wish each of you and your families a safe and healthy summer!
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[email protected] 986-5148
New Members Rusty & Lisa Bagley came to
Masters themed Fun Friday on April 11, 2014 and had a blast! More photos from Fun Friday
on page 20.
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Golf’s Future Stars to shine in the 2014 Greystone Invitational
In only its 14th season, the Greystone Invitational has quickly become one of the world’s premier amateur golf championships. The Greystone Invitational began in 2000 with a mission to become a top-tier golf tournament with a strong mix of non-exempt and exempt players of various ages that would draw contestants from across the world and to contest the event on a well-prepared championship golf course.
The tournament field annually reads like a Who’s Who of collegiate, local, national and international amateur golfers as they make the Greystone Invitational a key event on their summer competition schedule. Past GI Champions include present PGA TOUR members Michael Thompson (2007) and Lee Williams (2001 & 2003) and Emerald Coast tour winner Glenn Northcutt (2010). Past Champion in 2004, Jonathan Dismuke is now golf coach at the University of Houston and the 2002 GI Champion Zane Goldthorp has numerous top ten finishes in amateur events including a 4th place finish in the 2012 Georgia Mid-Am.
The remaining GI Champions, Bobby Spiller (2005), Mark Harrell (2006), Woodie Eubanks (2008), Justin Yoder (2009), Bo Andrews (2011) and Michael Johnson (2012) are all still very competitive in numerous top-level amateur events as well as competing professionally.
Many other GI contestants have moved on to domestic and international pro tours around the globe. One recent GI participant, Will Wilcox, is now playing on the PGA TOUR and competed for the lead in this year’s Sony Open and won on the Web.com tour in 2013. Two other past contestants - James Bowen from Auburn and Carl Santos-Ocampo from Notre Dame - have multiple wins on the Asian Tour and Asian Development Tours.
Michael Thompson is thus far the most decorated GI champion finishing as Runner-up in the 2007 U.S. Amateur the same summer he won the Greystone Invitational on Greystone’s Legacy Course. Michael attended Tulane University for two seasons before Hurricane Katrina would force The Green Wave to disband their golf team. After transferring to the University of Alabama Thompson’s stellar play earned him the 2008 SEC Player of the Year. As a finalist in the 2007 U.S. Amateur Thompson earned invitations to the 2008 Masters Tournament and the 2008 U.S. Open. (continued on next page)
Michael Thompson, 2007 Champion
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Greystone Invitational Committee Greystone Member since 1992
Golf’s Future Stars to shine in the 2014 Greystone Invitational continued...
While he missed the cut in the Masters he went on to finish as low amateur in the Open at Torrey Pines finishing in 28th place. Thompson would once again finish as a Runner-Up in a USGA event but this time it was in the 2012 U.S. Open losing by only one shot to eventual winner Webb Simpson at The Olympic Club in San Francisco, CA.
Feeding off a successful 2012 season, Thompson had his best season on the PGA TOUR including a win at the 2013 Honda Classic. With his win, he would reach a career-high 45th in the Official World Golf Ranking and finish the season at 39th in FedEx Cup points. Thompson has already earned over $4.5 million in his pro career.
Last year’s 2013 champion, Tyler Hitchner, is the youngest GI Champion ever winning during his Junior year of high school at the age of 17!
"I am totally amazed that I won and I’m so excited to win the Greystone Invitational as my first major amateur event,” Hitchner stated after the trophy presentation. Tyler added how truly excited he and his family were with the win. "We feel like we've won the Masters!!!"
When you look at the list of past winners and participants in the short 13 year history of the Greystone Invitational, the confidence and experience gained as a competitor or as an eventual Champion just might lead to an eventual 'real' Masters win!
Make your plans now to see golf’s future stars shine during the 14th Annual Greystone Invitational held June 19-22, 2014 at the Greystone Golf & Country Club Founders Course! You might just catch a glimpse of the next Tiger, Bubba, Phil, Gary, Jack or Arnie!
For more information visit the Invitational website at www.greystoneinvitational.com.
Tyler Hitchner, 2013 Champion
Missy McCabe, Greystone Invitational Housing Committee Chair is searching for volunteers to host a college age player in their home. Please contact Missy, [email protected] or 540-8483 if you are willing/able to host a player. Host families will receive a take-home lasagna dinner and wine on Wednesday evening, meals and beverages during the tournament, an invitation to the Players Party on Friday night, and a customized Greystone Invitational hat, shirt and badge. All meals for the players are provided by the tournament. Visit www.greystoneinvitational.com for more information.
Dear Members,
CASH FOR CLUBS
Do you ever look around the garage or the basement and think what am I going to do with all these clubs lying around? Well, in case you didn’t know, we at Greystone get you top dollar for your clubs in the form of an account credit if you have already purchased clubs from us.
In the event that you are just liquidating old clubs we will take the net proceeds of the sale and put it in the form of a Gift Certificate for you to purchase merchandise from either golf shop. We have people cleaning out their garages and attics, and turning in their unused clubs for cash.
We’ve successfully completed over 475+ auctions and transacted over $90,000 for Greystone members to date. Greystone gives you the retail price of what your clubs sell for. What many don’t know is most places will give you a price for your clubs, but then turn around and sell the clubs for a higher dollar figure to someone else. Greystone gives you the true retail price so you can always feel good about the transaction.
Thinking of trying it out? Simply tag your clubs with your name and specs of the clubs and bring them to the Founders golf shop. Let us turn those clubs in for good old American CA$H. I would be remiss if I didn’t also mention that when you buy new clubs from us we give you a free guest pass for every $500 spent before tax. Just another advantage of patronizing your golf shop that you own while getting something in return.
TILLIE BAILEY INVITATIONAL GOLF TOURNAMENT
Greystone Ladies Golf Association (GLGA) President Christa Sligh recently announced that this year’s Tillie Bailey Memorial Invitational Ladies’ Golf Tournament, held at the Founders Course May 29-30 will benefit the Norma Livingston Ovarian Cancer Foundation. Tillie Bailey was taken by ovarian cancer, and to honor Tillie and to support those battling cancer, we ask you to spread the word, donate and participate in this annual event. More information to come via E-News.
NEW CLUB CAR GOLF CARTS
Our new Club Car golf carts have arrived at both courses! Effective May 1st, the 18 hole cart fee will be $20 (a $1 increase) and the 9 hole cart fee will be $10 (a $0.50 increase). We're certain you'll enjoy the smooth ride and the sleek look of the new carts!
Until next time. “See you on the Tee.”
Director of Golf [email protected] 986-5151
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Rusty & Lisa Bagley The Bagleys have two children, Matthew & Sophia, and live in Highland Lakes. Rusty is
a pastor with Word Alive Outreach International and Lisa is a teacher at
Mt. Laurel Elementary. Sponsored by Chuck Brand and Wayne Ledbetter.
Ray & Leigh Ann Harris The Harris’ have three children,
Georgia Rae, Caleb, & Cooper, and live in Leeds. Ray is president & CEO with Endevco Consulting and Leigh Ann is the director of business development
with Oracle. Sponsored by Tony Muncher and Steve Muncher.
Chris & Amaris Lewis The Lewis’ have two children, Bradley and Mia, and live Greystone Legacy. Chris is the senior director of sales
with Frito-Lay. Sponsored by Eli Anding and Scott Stone.
David & Melanie Cochran David is the owner of Intelligent Parking Systems, Inc. and Melanie is a registered
nurse at UAB Hospital. The Cochrans have two children, Tre and Brooke, and live on Brookfield Road in Hoover. Sponsored by
Mark Johnson and Jim O’Brien.
Emanuel & Barbara Irvin Emanuel is retired from the Birmingham
Board of Education and US Army, and Barbara is the owner of Carriage Academy Daycare.
They have two teenage boys, Troy and Devin, and live in Greystone Legacy. Sponsored by
Norm Browning and Bill Murray.
Keith & Angela Nelson The Nelsons have four children,
Annie, Mary Martin, Sarah, & Steven, and live in Greystone Founders.
Keith is the general manager and partner with Birmingham-Gadsden
Budweiser. Sponsored by David Wilson and Jeff Clifton.
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J.R. and Traci Stacey The Staceys have two children, Trae &
Sarah-Reed, and live in Greystone Farms. J.R. is the director with Nalco Chemical,
and Traci is a teacher at Greystone Elementary. Sponsored by Kelley Tunnell
and Keith Johnson.
Joey Halyard Joey lives in Bartlett, Tennessee and is in sales with Charity Steel
Corporation. He has three children, Jared, Abigail, and Bella. Sponsored
by Josh Coleman and Mark Ware.
Kevin & Leslie Dye The Dyes live in Liberty Park and have two
children, Erin and Craig. Kevin is a pilot with FedEx Express. Sponsored by Robert
Fuentes and Chris Kahn.
Jeremy Newgard Jeremy is the regional vice president with Ivy Funds.
He lives on Berwick Drive on Greystone Ridge. Sponsored by Robert Fuentes and Wes Steed.
James & Ashley
Gustin James is a sales manager with Charity Steel Corporation, and Ashley is an account executive
with VHA. They have a daughter named Edie and live in
Homewood. Sponsored by Josh Coleman and Mark Ware.
Jim Martin Jim lives in Mobile where he serves as the president
of Complete Total Care. He has a 20 year old son
named Jackson. Sponsored by Barry Vines
& Scott Ferguson.
Hideki Takayama Hideki is the vice president CP division manager with Honda Manufacturing of Alabama LLC. Sponsored
by Mike Oatridge and Jun Watari.
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Dear Members,
10th ANNUAL BRING YOUR STICKS
TO THE STONE
Prospective New Member Complimentary Golf Scramble / Founders Course / 1pm Registration / 2pm Shotgun
On Saturday, May 31st, the Club will host this annual event and roll out the red carpet to our guests. This is a great way to introduce your neighbors and friends to Greystone while enjoying an afternoon at the Club with new friends. Each Guest is paired with a Member Host for 18-holes of golf and a Cocktails and Awards Reception follows play. Spouses who don’t play golf are welcome to enjoy the afternoon by the pool and/or join us for cocktails on the back patio around 6pm.
Please direct any friends that may have been considering membership to our online registration: greystonecc.com/stickstothestone. Golf Members: We hope you will consider playing a round of golf with one of our guests - please contact me by May 26th if you are interested in playing as a Member Host.
THANK YOU to Member Steve Watts of Town & Country Ford for
graciously providing our hole-in-one car and THANK YOU to all
Members Hosts who help to make this day special for our Guests.
PASSPORT PROGRAM
It's not too late for your friends to join in a 45-day trial membership for prospective new members!
The Dates: April 12 - May 26th / Although the Passport Program has already started, your friends and neighbors are more than welcome to join in and enjoy the Club through May 26th.
The Details: All Passport Guests must be pre-registered - please direct all guests to our online registration link: greystonecc.com/passport
The Passport: Passports will be activated upon payment of the nonrefundable $1,000 fee and receipt of a completed credit authorization form. Passport Guests enjoy unlimited Club access and a house account for charge privileges during the trial period.
The Good News: Passport Guests who decide to join may apply the $1,000 Passport fee towards their initiation fee upon acceptance (as long as they join by June 30, 2014).
I hope to see you soon,
Membership Director [email protected] 986-5146
Hi Ashley,
We left the day after the delightful golf
event, Bring Your Sticks to the Stone, and
have just gotten back. Al and I thank
you so much for inviting us to Greystone
CC. You couldn’t have paired us with a
nicer or more enjoyable couple. Pam &
Tom Miller were such fun. Many other
folks went out of their way to make us
feel welcome. The club and golf course
are just beautiful – you must be so proud
to represent such a place. The light
lunch and, really light supper were
delicious and we definitely will enjoy our
Greystone hats. Thank you so much for
thinking of us. We will definitely be
joining when we return from our trip.
Sincerely,
Al and Jane Coman
Deepest Condolences
to the family & friends of
LISA LAMB &
DEB LENART
Those we hold closest to our hearts never truly leave us. They live on in the kindness they have shared and the love
they brought into our lives.
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FAMILY NIGHT DINNER Founders / Thursdays from 5-8pm / Dine-in or take-out / $14++ adults & $7++ kids (ages 5-12) BINGO Nights on May 15th and June 26th. NO Family Night on Thursday, June 26th due to the Greystone Invitational.
There’s something for everyone on Family Night! Chef Attended Action Station with fajitas, pastas, tacos, shrimp & grits, étouffée and more. Family Night also features a Soup & Salad Bar, delicious entrées and sides from the buffet, Kids Table, new Off the Grill Specials, and a Gourmet Dessert Display. Reservations recommended by calling 986-5120.
FALLS DINNER Legacy / Fridays & Saturdays / 5-9pm / Entrée pricing $19-30 / Reservations & take-out 986-5120
A five-star dining experience featuring items such as Filet of Beef Tenderloin grilled to perfection, Greystone’s famous Black Grouper, Chocolate Lava Cake, and more. In addition to the signature menu, a “Vine and Dine” menu is offered and features seasonal-inspired courses paired to perfection with a glass of wine to accompany each course.
SUNDAY BRUNCH Founders / Every Sunday / 10:30am - 1:30pm / $21++ adult buffet; $10 child’s buffet; $7 breakfast; $7 Soup & Salad
Extensive buffet featuring a seasonal salad and soups, a variety of local vegetables and sides items, three plentiful entrées, a breakfast station, and a dessert table filled with Southern Living desserts. Reservations—986-5120.
SUNDAY LUNCH Legacy / Every Sunday except May 4th / 11am-2pm / First come, first serve seating / Pricing around $11
Down home favorites such as braised beef with carrots & potatoes, southern fried catfish and Greystone’s famous fried chicken are served in addition to our menu featuring salads, soups, sandwiches & burgers. Take-out available 986-5172.
GRAB & GO DINNER Monday & Tuesday Take-Home Meals for the Family / Pick-up 4-7pm / See calendar for pick-up locations NO Grab & Go on Monday, May 26th (Memorial Day)
Homemade meals for you and yours! Two entrée options served with fresh garden salad, your choice of dressing, warm rolls. Family dessert option also available. Pricing for a meal for 2 approximately $25 and a meal for 4 approximately $45. Order online, www.greystonecc.com or call 986-5120.
*Find your daily dining destination by referring to the May & June Club Calendar. Beverages and snacks available daily from 7am-8pm. Lunch, after rounds, and dinner available daily from 11am-8pm. Breakfast is served from 7am-7pm Friday through Sunday. Menus posted online in Member Kiosk, Dining Menus and on the website calendar.
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MARGARITAVILLE
FUN FRIDAY Friday, May 9th / 6:00 -10:00pm / Founders Patio / Cocktail Casual Attire / No need to RSVP Come enjoy cheeseburgers in paradise on Friday, May 9th (the second Friday in May)! The cheeseburgers are on us, as well as tequila chicken dip, fries & Heinz, and other complimentary hors d'oeuvres. Live music, beachy drink specials, and dinner selections including Jubilee Grilled Flounder with grits & fried okra, and Beef Tenderloin Medallions with smashed potatoes & onion rings. And, as always, great times with fellow parrot head members!
MOTHER’S DAY BRUNCH Sunday, May 11th / 10:30am - 2:00pm / Founders Clubhouse / Sunday Best Attire / $32++ adults & $13++ children (ages 5-12) Cancellation policy: 48 hours / Reservations required—986-5120 Traditional Salad Buffet with Mixed Greens, Spinach, Assorted toppings & Dressings; Carved Fruit Display with Cheese and Prosciutto; She Crab Bisque; Breakfast Station with Omelettes, Waffles, Bacon & Sausage, Grits, Buttermilk Biscuits and Sausage Gravy; Crab and Saffron Crepes; Carved Lobster Stuffed Beef Tenderloin; Chicken Roulade with Spinach & Boursin; Grilled Swordfish over Pesto Risotto with Roasted Bell Pepper Sauce; Cranberry and Almond Rice Pilaf; Twice Baked Potato Casserole, Bleu Cheese Mousse Stuffed Tomatoes; Assorted Cheesecakes, Cobblers, Chocolate Dipped Display and many other of Mom’s favorite desserts. Children’s Table to include Chicken Fingers, Macaroni & Cheese and Green Beans.
GREYSTONE LADIES CLUB (GLC): LUNCH WITH THE KING Wednesday, May 14th / 9:30am coffee, 11:15 lunch / Founders Clubhouse / Reservations: greystoneladiesclub.com
Rob Langford, “Elvis,” will be in the house! This will be the last luncheon until September 2014. Reminder that the GLC is open to Greystone Members and Residents and is organized for goodwill, educational, and charitable purposes. For more information and to join the GLC, please visit greystoneladiesclub.com.
MEMORIAL DAY POOL COOKOUT Monday, May 26th / 12-3pm / Pool / Adults $12++ and Kids (ages 5-12) $6++ / Pool party from 10am-6pm with a DJ & Games!
Enjoy a “backyard” cookout with burgers, hot dogs, BBQ chicken, corn on the cob, baked beans, watermelon, and cookies.
LEGACY LATE NITE Friday, May 16th / 9-11pm / Legacy Clubhouse / Cocktail Casual Attire / Tapas menu pricing ranges from $5-15 Unwind with fellow members while enjoying stylized specialty cocktails, wines, and beers, and a tapas “small plates” menu featuring fresh salads, seafood, and desserts. Legacy Late Nite will be held every Friday beginning Friday, June 20th.
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FUN FRIDAY: CHRISTMAS IN JUNE Friday, June 13th / 6:00 -10:00pm / Founders Patio / Cocktail Casual Attire / No need to RSVP Holiday cheer hits the Stone on Friday, June 13th (the second Friday of the month)! Set your superstitions aside and join in on this joyous occasion while enjoying Christmassy complimentary hors d’oeuvres and drink specials. Dinner selections will include shrimp sauté with creole trinity over grits, and beef tenderloin medallions served with smashed potatoes and grilled asparagus. And as always, live music, and great times with fellow members!
FATHER’S DAY BRUNCH Sunday, June 15th / 10:30am - 2:00pm / Founders Clubhouse / Sunday Best Attire / $32++ adults & $13++ children (ages 5-12) Cancellation policy: 48 hours / Reservations required—986-5120 Breakfast Bar with Scrambled Eggs, Designer Omelet Station, Homemade Waffles, Smoked Bacon and Grilled Country Sausage, Alabama Grits, Buttermilk Biscuits and Gravy; Traditional Salad Buffet with Mixed Greens, Spinach, Assorted toppings & Dressings;“Manly” Salad Bar with Smoked Shrimp and Scallops, Bacon Croutons, Jack Daniels Turkey Salad and Roasted Peppers; Cheese & Bratwurst Stew and Signature Chili; Carving Station with Prime Rib, Roasted Duck and Leg of Lamb; Oven Roasted Chicken Breasts with Cherry Peppers and Pancetta; Fried Red Snapper with Trio of Dipping Sauces; “Loaded” Baked Potato Casserole; Tasso Spiced Roasted Asparagus; Fried Eggplant & Portobello Mushrooms with Marinara; 3 Cheese Creamed Spinach; Chocolate Cobblers, “late night” cookies and many more of Dad’s favorites. Children’s Table to include Chicken Fingers, Macaroni & Cheese and Green Beans.
LEGACY LATE NITE Every Friday beginning June 20th / 9-11pm / Legacy Clubhouse / Cocktail Casual Attire / Tapas menu pricing ranges from $5-15 Unwind with fellow members while enjoying stylized specialty cordials, and a tapas “small plates” menu featuring fresh salads, seafood, and desserts.
SAVE THE DATES
July 4th Extravaganza: Flag Day Golf Tournament, Pool Party & Cookout, Radio Flyer Children’s Parade, Kid’s Carnival, BBQ Buffet, Celebration Beverage Stations, and Greystone’s Famous Fireworks Show! Activities throughout the day!
Music on the Green: Saturday, August 9th. A FREE family-friendly outdoor concert featuring The Tyn Times playing soulful sounds of the sixties!
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Dear Members,
OPENING DAY - The Pools are opening back up on Saturday, May 10th. Click here for our Hours of Operation.
GO GREEN! GO GATORS! Parents, please encourage your child to participate on one of the best club swim teams this sum-mer! There are NO time commitments – just come to practice when you can. A nd don’t worry if you can’t come to all or any of the swim meets – even though they’re the best part! We do NOT penalize or punish for missing practices or meets. Our only two requirements to be on the Gators Swim Team are: 1) be able to swim in any manner unassisted approximately 25 ft. and 2) have the desire to learn how to swim better WHILE having fun.
Our low registration fees are irresistible – there are over 50 hours of coaching your child can receive which equates to less than $4 per practice! Not to mention the cool team shirt, awesome swim cap, Wacky Wednesday practice fun, admission to the Awards Party and discounted prices for the socials every Thursday (bowling, skating, movie and TreeTop are just a few examples).
The Swim Team will start afternoon practices on Monday, May 19th and then switch to morning practices on Tuesday, May 27th. Click here for our Practice, Social & Meet Schedule (practices coincide really well with Golf & Tennis)! Registration Fee (by May 4th): $155 for first child, $130 for each additional. Late Registration Fee (on or after May 5th): $165 for first, $135 for each additional. No Refund after June 6th. Partial refund available if withdrawing between May 30th & June 5th as per JSSC Rules.
FAMILY SUMMER FESTIVAL sponsored by the Family Swim, Tennis, Fitness Association Thursday, May 22nd / 3-7pm The FSTFA has brought you the cabanas, the towels, the koozies, the service flags and much more, BUT now they’re bringing you a Ping Pong table AND A PARTY! On Thursday, May 22nd from 3-7pm, join us in the Family Pool for complimentary games, face paintings, candy, snacks, shaved ice and draft beer! Celebrate the beginning of summer with your fellow members for FREE!
ADULT POOL WATER VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENTS Every Sunday beginning May 18th from 2-4pm, come out for a FREE fun game of Water Volleyball for Adults only in the Adult Pool. Drink specials for EVERYONE on the Adult Pool Deck during that time!
SWIM LESSONS Swim Lessons will start being offered on Monday, May 12th for adults, children, nieces/nephews and grandchildren and are $25 per 30-minute one-on-one lesson. Buy 5 for $110! For more information and for non-member swim lessons, please contact the Aquatics Director at [email protected]. Our private lessons are so popular that we no longer offer group lessons. However, if you have multiple children (even if from multiple families) and are interested in a group lesson, please let us know. We offer discounts and specials all throughout the summer.
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Aquatics Director since 2006 [email protected] 776-3195
DIVE-IN MOVIES: FREE POPCORN GUARANTEED! Come out for the first one of the season on Friday, May 23rd at 8pm with your friends and floats. Tickets are $7 for ages 6 & up or $3.50 for ages 2-5. Guest fees are WAIVED so bring your whole sports team, family or circus of friends. Each week’s movie will be announced in the weekly E-News and on Facebook/Instagram/Twitter.
POOL PARTIES: Hosting a party this summer? Make it better by having it at the Greystone Family Pool. Private parties are only available during non-operational hours. If during operational hours, parties will receive a reserved section on deck. Please contact our Events Director, Amanda Osburne at [email protected] or at 776-3180 to go ahead and book your party.
KATIE NORTON
After a five year hiatus, Katie is coming back to Greystone as our Assistant Aquatics Director.
You may remember Katie at Greystone years ago as a lifeguard and desk assistant, and she is
returning to the sunny aquatic vocation as she writes her Masters thesis. She just completed
her Masters program in Conference Interpreting at the National University of Ireland in
Galway. Any questions in Spanish or French may be directed to Katie.
I look forward to seeing you soon!
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Dear Members,
As we head into the summer months, I’m excited to announce that Greystone has a new addition to its team of professionals—Dietician Abby Nevins. Make plans to meet Abby on Friday, May 2nd
over lunch as she discusses carbohydrates and answers any questions you may have. Details on the following page.
I’m also excited about our big annual race coming up on August 16th. As you may know, Greystone’s Annual 5K and 1M Fun Run was rebranded and renamed “Save the O’s.” Last year’s race was a tremendous success, and I hope you’ll make plans to be here on August 16th. Please see the next page for details about the event.
We’ve got a fitness challenge and an athletic camp for students coming up. Join in these fun programs that will lead to a healthier and happier lifestyle!
May 12-18 is Women’s Health Week. Visit www.womenshealth.gov for more information. June 10-16 is Men’s Health Week. Men, visit www.menshealthweek.org for details.
Enjoy your summer and I look forward to seeing you soon!
Fitness Director [email protected] 986-5139
SPRING INTO SHAPE
FITNESS CHALLENGE May 1st - 21st | $10 to compete
How many miles can you run & how many feet can you climb?
That’s right, you will have 21 days to run your pants off (treadmill or elliptical) and climb yourself silly (Jacob’s Ladder). Register in the Fitness Center the last week of April.
JUNIOR ATHLETIC
PERFORMANCE CAMP For middle & high school students. Focusing on Core, Agility & Flexibility. Two hours per week for 4 consecutive weeks. Appropriate for ages 11+. $99 per child. Call the Fitness Center to register, 986-5139.
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SAVE THE DATE
10th ANNUAL SAVE THE O’S
5K & 1 MILE FUN RUN Saturday. August 16, 2014 Benefiting the Norma Livingston Ovarian Cancer Foundation Consider sponsoring the event: Silver Sponsor $500 / Gold Sponsor $1,000 Contact Christy or Todd by calling 986-5139 Early bird registration begins June 1st on active.com 5K at 8 a.m. | Family Fun Run at 9 a.m. Silent Auction 7 a.m. - 10 a.m. Walkers Welcome! Family Event!
Join our Couch to 5K Program Have you ever thought about running, but do not know where to start? The Couch to 5K training plan is a simple and easy to follow 9 week program designed to help runners train for a 5K. Whether you are new to running or want to start again after some time off, this is a great way to get outside after a long cold winter, get in shape and contribute to a good cause all at the same time. Join a Greystone Running Group by emailing [email protected] and join us for weekly group run culminating in the Save the O's 5K on August 16th.
If you are interested in leading a running group, please express your interest in your email. All levels are welcome!
Click here to check out the Couch to 5K Program.
Please click here to read information on 2014 Ovarian Cancer Statistics.
WELCOME ABOARD
DIETICIAN ABBY NEVINS Meet Abby as she discusses “what’s new with carbs.” The lowdown on how much to eat, what to eat, and when to eat. Friday, May 2nd: Lunch & Learn with Abby Nevins 12:30pm on Founders Patio (weather permitting) Purchase lunch, FREE advice, and FREE wine! RSVP to Christy, 986-5139.
Abby graduated from Auburn University with a bachelor’s degree in Food and Nutrition Sciences and Dietetics. She then attended the University of Alabama at Birmingham to get her Master's in Clinical Nutrition.
Abby has experience working with clients from all walks of life. As a registered dietician, Abby hopes to not only help people lose weight, but also help them to achieve a new and improved lifestyle that in-cludes good nutrition, exercise and a positive sense of health and well-being.
An initial appointment with Abby includes getting your metabolism tested to show how many calories you burn while at rest. She offers one-on-one nutrition consultations or consultations for husband and wives or friends to do together. Please give Abby a warm Greystone welcome! Contact the Fitness Center, 986-5139 to schedule your appointment.
summer schedules to coincide with swim practice. We invite all of our Greystone children who would like to learn how to play tennis to join one of our summer classes! Finally, we would like to congratulate the winners of our Parent-Child Tournament! Josh and Connor Coleman won a tough Flight A Division, while Keith and Lilly Johnson fought hard to win our Flight B division. We look forward to seeing everyone on the courts this summer!
UPCOMING EVENTS
May 23-25: Hoover Toyota Open
March 26: Memorial Day Mixer, 9-11am
May 27: Junior Summer Programs begin
ADULT PROGRAMS
Lucia’s Ladies’ Beginner Clinic: Fridays at 9am
Men’s Night: May 15th at 6pm and June 12th at 6pm
JUNIOR PROGRAMS (through May 26th)
Beginner Green Dot Class: Monday, & Wednesday, and Thursday from 4:30-5:30pm; $12/Class
Junior Academy: Monday, Wednesday, & Thursday from 4:30-6pm; $18/class
JUNIOR PROGRAMS (effective May 28th)
Beginner Orange Ball Class (8 & Under): Monday, Wednesday, & Thursday 8:30-9:30am
Intermediate Green Dot Class (9 & Up): Monday, Wednesday, & Thursday 10:30am-12pm
Academy (Tournament Players): Monday, Wednesday, & Thursday 10:30am-12pm
High School Academy: Monday, Wednesday, & Thursday 4-6pm
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Co-Director of Tennis [email protected] 986-5144
Co-Director of Tennis [email protected] 986-5145
From Your
Tennis Directors
Summer is upon us here at the tennis courts and we are excited for the programs in store. The Hoover Toyota Open is undoubtedly one of our most exciting events of the year for our juniors! This year, the tournament will be May 23rd-25th. As always, we will have a player pizza and swim party at the Greystone Pool which features a prize raffle for all who attend! We have also worked our
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Caraline and Julia Sbrissa Easter Day, Sunday Brunch &
SEC Women’s Golf Championship
Connor and Justin Meko Easter Egg Hunt in Greystone Park
Lisa Clifton, George Trible, Skippy Trible, and Chris Kendall
April Fun Friday & Passport Party
Rochelle & Wayne Ledbetter April Fun Friday & Passport Party
Brittany & Steve Vanderburg April Fun Friday & Passport Party
Sherry & Raymond Best April Fun Friday & Passport Party
Rod Fuller and Janice Folmar April Fun Friday & Passport Party
Ashley Holder and Elizabeth Fuller April Fun Friday & Passport Party
Shannon & Josh Dennis April Fun Friday & Passport Party
Martha & Joe Eastis April Fun Friday & Passport Party