Late Fall/Holiday 2025
Vol. 4, Issue No. 6
1886 MAGAZINE Your Guide to The Tuxedo Club
TABLE OF CONTENTS A MESSAGE FROM RANDY ST. JOHN........................................................... 5 WELCOME NEW MEMBERS............................................................................. 7 A MESSAGE FROM THE CLUBHOUSE.......................................................... 9 A MESSAGE FROM THE BOATHOUSE.......................................................... 13 THANKSGIVING TO GO ORDER FORM......................................................... 28 UPCOMING EVENTS........................................................................................... 29 TUXEDO RECIPE.................................................................................................. 33 RACQUETS RESULTS......................................................................................... 37 RACQUETS UPDATE........................................................................................... 43 GOLF UPDATE....................................................................................................... 45 CONGRATULATIONS CORINNA...................................................................
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GOLF COURSE UPDATE.................................................................................... 53 GOLF UPCOMING EVENTS............................................................................... 55 DIRECTORY............................................................................................................ 59
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WELCOME
By General Manager/COO Randy St. John, CCM, CCE I hope this letter finds you well and enjoying the last bit of fall weather before the snow arrives! I’m excited to share this issue of 1886, which is filled with wonderful photos from our 4th Annual Regatta, Halloween Event, Hadden Tomes Tournament, and more. These images truly capture the laughter, camaraderie, and spirit that make Tuxedo so special. As we look ahead to the holidays, I want to remind you to make the Club your home away from home throughout the winter season. We have a wonderful Thanksgiving celebration planned for groups of all sizes, and in December, we’ll be offering multiple Sunday brunches - perfect for your entertaining needs. I’m also told we’ll have a very special guest at our Children’s Holiday Event on Sunday, December 7th! On Friday, December 5th, we’ll host our annual Best of the Best Wine Reception, and on Saturday, December 20th, we’ll host Sip, Savor, and Celebrate - a casual, festive cocktail party designed for mingling and sharing holiday cheer. We hope you will join us at these member-favorite events. We also invite you to host your private holiday events at the Club. Our team, led by Assistant General Manager Dan Britts, CCM, and Clubhouse Manager Alexia Heuer, is ready and excited to help you plan gatherings both large and small. Whether you’re interested in a private festive party, a holiday-themed dining experience, or fun activities for the little ones, we’ll be delighted to customize an event just for you during this special time of year. I look forward to celebrating the joys of the holiday season with you. From all of us, we wish you a happy Thanksgiving and a wonderful holiday season ahead. 1886 Magazine | Page 5
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS On November 7, 2025, the Club’s Board of Governors & Membership Committee hosted a cocktail party (pages 24 to 27) to honor those members who have recently sponsored candidates for Membership, Oak Leaf & Acorn Privileges.
WELCOME NEW MEMBERS
John & Lauren Klaus
John and Lauren Klaus reside in Saddle River, NJ, with their three children. John is the Global Head of Ceded Reinsurance at AIG, and Lauren is a teacher with the Ramsey Board of Education. Former Oak Leafs, they now join under Regular Membership, sponsored by Scott Mullins.
David & Jean Park David and Jean Park live in New York City with their three children. David works as an investor, and Jean is a therapist and coach with Meristem Way. Former Oak Leafs, they now join under Regular Membership, sponsored by Ted Wang. 1886 Magazine | Page 7
CLUBHOUSE
A MESSAGE FROM THE CLUBHOUSE By Assistant General Manager Dan Britts, CCM & Clubhouse Manager Alexia Heuer As the weather turns cooler, the warmth of our crackling fireplaces paired with Chef Arnold’s seasonal menu changes - brings a hearty sense of home to the Main Club dining experience. We hope you will join us for dining during this cozy season. Looking back, our fall event calendar showcased our incredible Club spirit, especially at the 4th Annual 1886 Regatta. Despite a few early weather challenges, the day turned out beautifully, with nearly 200 members and guests gathering lakeside to cheer on the rowers. Several U.S. National and Olympic team athletes showcased remarkable skill, sportsmanship, and perseverance through choppy waters. Congratulations to Paige Wheeler and Sam Melvin, this year’s 1886 Regatta Champions. Competition and camaraderie continued with our annual Hadden Tomes Tournament (‘Were you not entertained?’), culminating in the Saturday Night Dinner Dance - a celebration of epic proportions fit for Greek gods and Roman emperors alike. The Clubhouse transformed into a grand Colosseum worthy of Julius Caesar. We shifted gears the following week turning the Main Clubhouse into a spooky haunted haven for our Halloween celebration. Festivities included pumpkin carving and decorating, potion-making, and crafts for all ages. The costume creativity on display may have reached new heights - members truly outdid themselves.
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CLUBHOUSE
A MESSAGE FROM THE CLUBHOUSE CONT’D The return of Craft Beer & Burger Night to the Main Clubhouse has once again proven to be a member favorite. Every Thursday evening, members gather to enjoy delicious burgers, a rotating selection of local brews, and great company - a perfect way to unwind and celebrate another wonderful season at the Club. New for 2025, the Club will host a Post-Thanksgiving Brunch on Sunday, November 30th. As the weekend winds down, join us at the Main Clubhouse for a festive brunch featuring seasonal favorites, football, and plenty of holiday cheer for the entire family. Our holiday calendar is certainly full, and we look forward to seeing you for what promises to be a memorable season.
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CLUBHOUSE
A WONDERFUL SEASON AT THE BOATHOUSE By Boatmaster Ted Thiessen As the sun sets on another great season at the Boathouse, I want to share what an honor it has been to enjoy the Boathouse and Lake with so many of you.. Thank you for your support. FUN FACTS FROM THE BOATHOUSE THIS SEASON: Members with boats docked at the Boathouse navigated the waters nearly 500 times this year. The Club party boats were used by over 250 different members for a total of over 475 hours of good times on the water. Two guests that have been members for over 14 years took a pontoon boat out for the first time this year. They will be regulars. The fishing skiff delivered over 120 hours of memorable fishing fun. Four individual families took the Club boats out fishing with three generations represented. These memories will last a lifetime. Enjoy the Tuxedo winter wonderland and I will see you in the Spring for another unforgettable season.
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THANKSGIVING TO-GO MENU & ORDER FORM
CLUBHOUSE
UPCOMING EVENTS
Golf Clubhouse Closes for Dining November 23 Thanksgiving To-Go Pick Up November 26 & 27 | Main Clubhouse ORDER HERE Thanksgiving Celebration November 27 | Main Clubhouse Post-Thanksgiving Brunch November 30 | Main Clubhouse REGISTER HERE Calling All Elves December 2 | Main Clubhouse REGISTER HERE
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CLUBHOUSE
UPCOMING EVENTS
Gingerbread House Decorating December 4 | Main Clubhouse REGISTER HERE Best of the Best Wine Reception December 5 | Main Clubhouse REGISTER HERE Santa Brunch December 7 | Main Clubhouse REGISTER HERE Holiday Brunch December 14 | Main Clubhouse REGISTER HERE Sip, Savor & Celebrate December 20 | Main Clubhouse REGISTER HERE
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TUXEDO RECIPE
WILD MUSHROOM RISOTTO By Arnold Kruck, Executive Chef
This is a fairly simple recipe for a delicious comfort food that can act as an appetizer, entrée or side dish. Look for nice wild mushrooms, they should be available this time of year in gourmet produce departments. Ingredients: 6 1/2 cups chicken stock, or 5 cups low-sodium chicken broth and 1 1/2 cups water 2 oz dry porcini mushrooms 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/2 stick (1/4 cup) unsalted butter 1/4 lb fresh wild mushrooms such as oysters, shiitakes, chanterelles, or hedgehogs, trimmed and chopped 1/3 cup finely chopped shallots (about 2) 1 1/2 cups carnaroli rice (10 oz) 1/2 to 1 teaspoon white truffle oil 1 1/2 oz finely grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese (3/4 cup) 1 teaspoon chopped fresh chives
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TUXEDO RECIPE
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Preparation: Bring stock to a simmer in a 4-quart pot, add dry porcini mushrooms and keep at a bare simmer, covered. Heat oil with 1 tablespoon butter in a 4- to 5-quart heavy saucepan over moderately high heat until foam subsides, then sauté mushrooms, stirring occasionally, until browned and any liquid they give off is evaporated, about 4 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, then transfer to a bowl. Cook shallots in 2 tablespoons butter in the same saucepan over moderate heat, stirring, until softened, about 3 minutes. Add rice and cook, stirring, until all rice is coated, about 2 minutes. Remove porcini mushrooms from stock. Chop and reserve. Ladle in 1 cup of simmering stock and cook at a strong simmer, stirring, until absorbed. Continue simmering and adding stock, about 1/2 cup at a time, stirring very frequently and letting each addition be absorbed before adding the next, until rice is just tender and creamy-looking, about 20 minutes. Add chopped porcini mushrooms. (Save leftover stock for thinning.)
Remove from heat and stir in the remaining tablespoon of butter, sautéed mushrooms, truffle oil to taste, cheese, chives, and salt and pepper to taste. If desired, thin the risotto with some of the leftover stock. Finish with additional cheese if desired.
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RACQUETS
2025 HADDEN TOMES By Tim Chisholm, Director of Racquets Hadden Tomes, one of the staples of the Court Tennis calendar, was held October 17 th - 19 th at The Tuxedo Club - with another oversubscribed contingent of court tennis players! Historically, The Tuxedo Club’s themed party during this event is a rousing success; and 2025 was no exception. Congratulations to Randy St. John and his staff for their excellence at the party and throughout the weekend. After 40 Handicapped doubles matches, the 12 finalists were determined and then flighted based on their handicaps. In addition to all the Court Tennis, Hadden Tomes also included a full day of Padel matches on Tuxedo’s beautiful Padel courts in unseasonably warm weather under clear blue skies. Congratulations to all the participants in both racquet sports; in particular to the Champions and Finalists listed below. Flight 1 Champions – Paul Nieuwerburgh & Michael Haberkorn Finalists – Amy Gold & Jeremy Kidde Flight 2 Champions – Jonathan Pomeranz & Matthew Ezersky Finalists – Laura Veldkamp & Michael Gorzynski Flight 3 Champions – Serena Mueller & Grace Ormond Finalists – Dianne Christensen & David McFadden
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LAWN TENNIS CLOSING As the weather gets colder and colder you will start to see us remove the wind screens to store for the winter. We will keep the Lawn Tennis courts open as long as safely possible. Once we start getting a consistent frost that starts to push the line nails up, we will close the courts for the season.
RACQUETS
RACQUETS UPDATE By Tim Chisholm, Director of Racquets Platform tennis season has kicked off with unseasonably warm weather, which the players have been enjoying. The first Platform Mixer was held Friday November 14 th @ 7 PM. More Mixer dates will be published soon. A huge thank you to Joan Cost for spearheading a platform tennis social group on Saturdays. Please contact Tim Chisholm if you would like to get involved on Saturdays. Upcoming Racquets events in November include: Platform Tennis Mixer November 14 th @ 7PM Turkey HCP Court Tennis Singles – Thanksgiving Weekend
REMINDER Women’s & Men’s Platform Interclub Matches have begun. Please let Tim Chisholm know if you would be interested in playing for Tuxedo in Platform Interclub matches. The Women play on Wednesday mornings and the Men play on Sunday mornings.
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GOLF
GOLF UPDATE By Chris Muldoon, Director of Golf As the winter weather approaches, we wrap up another active season of golf. Rounds are up nearly 10% year-to-date through October compared to last season, which marks the highest round total within the past 15 years. With the turn of the new year just over a month away, the planning stages for next season have already begun. The finalized Golf Calendar will be forwarded along over the next several weeks to help you plan ahead. The tournament season wrapped up (except for Bloodies & Bagels!) in midOctober. After the Ladies’ 9-Hole & 18-Hole Closing Day tournaments, the two groups joined forces again to celebrate the season’s winners at the Year-End Dinner & Awards at the Main Clubhouse. The men’s tournament season closed with our final “major” – the Fall Classic Member-Member. Sean & Brendon McGuire outlasted three other teams down the stretch of the Flight Champions Shoot-Out to win the Fall Classic. In summary, we’d like to congratulate the winners of our coveted “silver” tournaments throughout the season: Men’s Champions
Women’s Champions
Mixed Champions
Club Championship Tyler Cline RTJ Senior Championship Kirk Kashevaroff Champions Division Kirk Kashevaroff Sichol Cup Jake Lindsay deRham Cup Tyler Cline Hay Cup Paul Sandars Mason Cup Igor Kosharsky Tomes Cup Keith Kucinski Ramapo Valley Cup Howard Mertz Vogel Cup Brian Huff & Don Stanzione Fall Classic Sean McGuire & Brendon McGuire Governor’s Cup Gregg Butler & Alex Butler
Club Championship Allison Kucinski 9-Hole Club Judy Consiglio Senior Champion Doreen Rose Super Senior Karen Banyo Medalist Maureen Cook Elanor Madronal Maureen Cook Laurie Zellweger Karen Banyo Governor’s Cup Maureen Cook & Jill Johnson Flaming Foliage Joette Fullerton Armageddon Kellie Baldwin
McVickar Cup Calvin & Sara Hwang Benzinger Cup Gross: Tim & Maureen Cook Net: James & Jane DePiero
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GOLF UPDATE CONT’D With the holidays right around the corner, shopping should be on your to-do lists. The Golf Shop will host our annual Holiday Party and Sale Friday, November 21 st through Sunday, November 23 rd . Complimentary wine and beer will be served as we welcome you to meander throughout the Golf Shop for great gifts. All in-stock Tuxedo Club merchandise will be on sale. For your convenience, we will be available to gift wrap and/or ship any purchases. This is a great time of year to get a jump on your holiday shopping and use some of that stored away Golf Shop credit. The Golf Clubhouse and related food & beverage services are scheduled to close on Sunday, November 23 rd ; however, the Golf Shop, Bag Room, Practice Facility, and Golf Course will remain open, weather dependent, following this date until Sunday, December 7 th . Holes and flagsticks will remain in the green until further notice; and motorized golf carts will still be available during posted times. Please note that the entire Golf Operation will be closed on November 27 th in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. Please make arrangements to remove your golf bag from the bag room on or before December 7 th if you should need them before the start of the 2026 golf season. Also, please remove any belongings from your locker prior to this date should you need them over the winter. We hope to see you often before the snow begins to fall. For those traveling South in the coming days, please travel safely. To all of you, enjoy the upcoming holiday season with your family and friends. Thank you for another great season!
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CONGRATULATIONS CORINNA By Chris Muldoon, Director of Golf
It has been quite a year for Golf Shop Manager Corinna Limbocker who qualified for the U.S. Women’s Mid-Amateur Championship after earning co-medalist honors with an even par qualifying round at Montammy Golf Club on September 10th. The U.S. Women’s Mid-Amateur Championship originated in 1987 because of a need to provide a national competitive arena for amateurs age 25 and older. Corinna returned to her home course at Monterey Peninsula Country Club’s (MPCC) Dunes course in Pebble Beach, California, where the Championship was hosted. She took her first swings at MPCC as a twoyear-old, where her family has long been members. She won the 2005 California Junior Girls State Championship on the Dunes Course, set the women’s course record on the Shore Course with a 7-under 66 and was married at the club in 2013. A former University of Arkansas Razorback, she finished runner-up at the 2010 California Women’s Amateur. This was her third USGA Championship. “Ever since they announced that the U.S. Women’s Mid-Am was going to be at Monterey Peninsula, it’s been this goal of mine to get there,” says Limbocker. “I hit my first shots at the range at Monterey Peninsula. I learned how to play golf there, my dad taught me the game there. It’s been something truly special that I was looking forward to.” After 36 holes of stroke play, the Championship transitioned to match play with a cut to the low 64 qualifiers. After a disappointing score of 81 (+9) in her opening round, she rebounded with an impressive score of 71 (-1) to qualify for match play, the first of many goals in the tournament. While she didn’t advance past the opening round of match play, the tournament served as a special perfect full circle moment for Corinna – best told in the recent Met Golfer article Coming Full Circle by Juliana Bravo and in her own words when she was “…Mic’d Up at the 2025 U.S. Women’s Mid-Amateur”.
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CONGRATULATIONS CORINNA CONT’D Corinna’s year didn’t end in Pebble Beach. In early August, the Metropolitan Golf Association (MGA) announced its first six team members to be invited to the 18th Carey Cup at Portmarnock Golf Club in Dublin, Ireland. Corinna was selected to represent the MGA in her first international team event. A spot on this prestigious team is one of the most sought-after accomplishments for Met Area competitors. The Carey Cup – which originated as the Metedeconk International Challenge Cup – was first played in 1990. Spearheaded by Governor Hugh L. Carey, who envisioned the matches as an opportunity to foster sportsmanship and goodwill between the countries, the Walker Cup-style competition featuring Four-Ball, Foursomes, and Singles Matches have been played biennially in his honor with a spirit of camaraderie and competition. In the afternoon Four-Ball matches of day one, Corinna teamed with another international team rookie Rayee Feng of Fiddler’s Elbow for a ‘3 & 2’ victory to continue the women’s duos winning ways from the morning matches. On the final day, wins in seven of 12 singles matches secured the 12.5 – 9.5 victory for the MGA over Golf Ireland.
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GOLF
COURSE UPDATE By Casey Klossner, Director of Agronomy I hope this update finds you enjoying the final days of a great fall golf season - the weather certainly has been excellent! I wanted to take this opportunity to update you about aeration and winterizing the golf course. As of November 14 th , all of our playing surfaces have been core aerified, cleaned and rolled. The following is a more detailed summary of upcoming tasks by playing surface: Putting Greens: Our greens will be heavily top-dressed with sand and covered during the first and second week of December. Once the covers are on, temporary pin locations will be installed into the approaches. Tees: Tees will be top-dressed with sand, brushed and rolled. All divots will be filled once this process is completed The large tee on #1 will remain closed until May of 2026, weather dependent. The large tee on #17 will be covered and closed when the putting greens are covered. Tee markers will be removed from all of the tees after Bloodies and Bagels. Approaches: Approaches will be top-dressed, brushed and rolled. Fairways: Select fairways will be verti-cut after they are core aerified as the weather allows.
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COURSE UPDATE CONT’D Rough: Rough overseeding will continue in select landing areas Additional irrigation will be installed this off-season to improve select traffic areas and other problem areas. Leaf cleanup will continue as needed. Fescue: All fescue areas will continue to be mowed down and cleaned as the weather allows. Other Items: The Board of Governors approved capital funding to perform tree work throughout the property this winter. The work includes select tree removals of dead or dying trees, strategic tree removals (based on guidance of the Golf and Green Committee), as well as significant pruning/lifting of branches on all holes. Wickes Arborists will be on site beginning on December 8 th . The irrigation system is scheduled to be blown out November 24 th thru 26 th . I hope all of you have a happy and healthy holiday season! The Grounds Maintenance Department is committed to working on the golf course all winter to prepare the property for the 2026 golf season. As always, if you have any questions about the golf course or the work we are doing, please feel free to email me at cklossner@thetuxedoclub.org.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Holiday Golf Shop Sale November 21-23 Bloodies & Bagels Cross-Country Championship November 22 Golf Clubhouse Closes for Dining November 23 Last Day of Golf Operation December 7
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DIRECTORY Randy St. John, CCM, CCE, General Manager/COO rstjohn@thetuxedoclub.org 845-351-7313 Daniel Britts, CCM, Assistant General Manager dbritts@thetuxedoclub.org 845-351-7329 Tim Chisholm, Director of Racquet Sports tchisholm@thetuxedoclub.org 845-351-7345 Alexia Heuer, Clubhouse Manager aheuer@thetuxedoclub.org 845-845-7301 Katie Gaertner, Director of Membership & Marketing kgaertner@thetuxedoclub.org 845-351-4791 ext. 318 Casey R. Klossner, Director of Agronomy cklossner@thetuxedoclub.org 845-351-5147 Sheila E. Kobrick, MBA, CHAE, Director of Finance, Human Resources & Information Technology skobrick@thetuxedoclub.org 845-351-7314 Arnold Kruck, Executive Chef akruck@thetuxedoclub.org 845-351-7311 Chris Muldoon, PGA, Director of Golf cmuldoon@thetuxedoclub.org 845-351-4543 Ted Thiessen, Boatmaster boatmaster@thetuxedoclub.org 845-351-2420 Photography Jess Marchione Photography, Matt Scott Photography, Jill Swirbul Photography
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Main Clubhouse: One West Lake Road, Tuxedo Park, NY 10987 (845) 351-4791 Tennis House: 17 West Lake RoadTuxedo Park, NY 10987 (845) 351-7345 Golf Clubhouse: 42 Stuart Terrace, Tuxedo Park, NY 10987 (845) 351-7340 Golf Pro Shop: 126 South Gate Road, Tuxedo Park, NY 10987 (845) 351-4543