1886 Magazine | Fall 2025

Fall 2025

Vol. 4, Issue No. 5

1886 MAGAZINE Your Guide to The Tuxedo Club

TABLE OF CONTENTS A MESSAGE FROM GORDON BORTECK...................................................... 5 A MESSAGE FROM RANDY ST. JOHN........................................................... 7 WELCOME NEW MEMBERS............................................................................. 9 A MESSAGE FROM THE CLUBHOUSE.......................................................... 11 A MESSAGE FROM THE BOATHOUSE.......................................................... 23 BOCCI...................................................................................................................... 25 UPCOMING EVENTS........................................................................................... 27 TUXEDO RECIPE.................................................................................................. 31 RACQUETS UPDATE.......................................................................................... 37 RACQUETS RESULTS......................................................................................... 39 RACQUETS UPDATE........................................................................................... 41 GOLF UPCOMING EVENTS............................................................................... 43 ROBERT TRENT JONES SOCIETY................................................................... 51 GOLF COURSE UPDATE.................................................................................... 53 GOLF UPCOMING EVENTS............................................................................... 55 DIRECTORY............................................................................................................ 57

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WELCOME

By Gordon Borteck, Club Chair

On behalf of the Board of Governors, it is my pleasure to welcome you to the Fall edition of 1886 Magazine. As your new Club Chair, I would like to express how wonderful it has been to see so many of you and your guests around the Club, enjoying our multiple campuses and all that we have to offer.

In this issue of our magazine, you'll find highlights from our vibrant summer season, along with details about upcoming fall events including the 1886 Regatta, Hadden Tomes, and our Halloween celebration. We hope you'll join us often at the Club this fall whether for a festive meal, a signature event, a business outing or simply to relax by the fire.

As many of us know, fall is a particularly special time to be a member of The Tuxedo Club, and I’m pleased to share that our membership remains strong. Thank you to all our Sponsors for bringing forward such good candidates. Due to your continued commitment and support, we are growing thoughtfully, investing in our facilities, and enhancing the member experience year after year.

As we look ahead to the busy holiday season and beyond, we are reminded that The Tuxedo Club has always been a community of camaraderie, tradition, and mutual respect. In that spirit, the Board of Governors has developed a written Code of Conduct to clarify expectations for members and to ensure that the Club remains a welcoming and respectful environment for all.

In closing, I would like to sincerely thank our dedicated staff for their outstanding efforts during a memorable summer season. We look forward to a joyful and festive conclusion to 2025.

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2025 CLUB CALENDAR

FALL IN TUXEDO

By Randy St. John, CCM, CCE As autumn settles in with its stunning foliage, we're excited to share another wonderful season with our members at The Tuxedo Club.

Weather permitting, we hope you'll enjoy terrace dining at the Main Clubhouse and take in our beautiful, albeit early, fall sunsets.

We've put together a great lineup of activities across all campuses this fall, and we hope you'll join us. Please be sure to make your reservations early.

4th Annual 1886 Regatta – Enjoy a picnic on the lawn and terrace while watching world-class rowers compete on Tuxedo Lake on Sunday, October 12.

Men's Fall Classic Golf Tournament – Join us for the season-ending Member-Member tournament on Saturday & Sunday, October 11 & 12.

Hadden Tomes Court Tennis & Social Weekend – Featuring a Togathemed party on Saturday night during the weekend of October 17-19.

Thursday Night Burgers & Brews - Our popular Thursday Burger Night returns to the Main Clubhouse on Thursday, October 23.

Cabernet Wine Dinner – Savor a Fall Menu paired with some of Napa Valley's finest red wines on Saturday, November 15.

Thanksgiving Buffet & Celebration – Gather with us on Thursday, November 27.

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THANK YOU TO THE FOLLOWING MEMBERS WHO HAVE RECENTLY SPONSORED CANDIDATES FOR OAK LEAF & ACORN PRIVILEGES Amy Baker Jean Hildebrandt Peter McGuire Alan & Michele Merson August & Paula Sodora Todd Yannuzzi

WELCOME NEW MEMBERS

Jack & Bethany Holuba Jack and Bethany Holuba live in Ho-Ho-Kus, NJ, with their child. Jack is Senior Vice President and Commercial Real Estate Investor with Manhattan Five Partners, and Bethany is Director of Marketing at C3 Creative. Former Oak Leafs, they now join under Regular Membership, sponsored by Mark Brown.

Michael & Suzanne Kraai Michael and Suzanne Kraai reside in Oakland, NJ, with their three children. Michael is an entrepreneur and founder of The Drowned Lands, and Suzanne serves as Director of Enrollment at Eastern Christian Schools.

Former Oak Leafs, they now join under Regular Membership, sponsored by Paul & Marcy Valetutti.

Justin & Vanessa Leonard Justin and Vanessa Leonard live in Ramsey, NJ, with their two children. Justin is Co-Founder of Game Seven Marketing, and Vanessa works as a Project Manager for Hillside Bahamas.

Former Oak Leafs, they now join under Regular Membership, sponsored by Steven Lyski.

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CLUBHOUSE

A MESSAGE FROM THE CLUBHOUSE

By Assistant General Manager Dan Britts, CCM & Clubhouse Manager Alexia Heuer

As summer’s warmth gently fades, we embrace the arrival of crisp air and reflect on a summer season full of memorable moments.

Our signature events shone brightly all summer long, from our annual Folds of Honor reception to the 11th Annual Field of Driving Dreams Car Show, which showcased more than 160 vehicles across every era and welcomed nearly 350 attendees - a new Club record!

We closed out the summer season in style with our Labor Day Endof-Season Celebration, featuring smoky, chef-led grilling, lively camaraderie, and picture-perfect skies. Adding to the fun, our allnew Exotic Reptiles Night was a hit with members both young and young-at-heart.

In our dining rooms, autumn ushers in new seasonal menus from Chef Arnold, inspired by the harvest. Featuring hearty, comforting dishes crafted from local ingredients, each menu reflects the spirit of the season - offering both familiar favorites and creative new offerings. Join us and savor the final evenings on the terrace.

Be sure to check the Club Calendar for a full lineup of upcoming events -both time-honored traditions like our Thanksgiving Celebration and new favorites like Gingerbread Decorating, now in its second year.

Here’s to the season of change—may it bring comfort, community, and a renewed appreciation for the simple pleasures that make the Club feel like home.

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THIS SUNDAY 1886 REGATTA OCTOBER 12, 2025

CLUBHOUSE

GREETINGS FROM THE BOATHOUSE

By Assistant General Manager Dan Britts, CCM & Boatmaster Ted Thiessen What an amazing summer it’s been, filled with sailing and rowing across the Lake, fishing for big bass and trout, s’mores by the fire, sunnies off the dock, and swapping fish stories that just keep getting bigger (!) and better.

Now, fall is here - the perfect time to enjoy a scenic trip around the Lake to take in the magnificent foliage. As the leaves gently fall, houses begin to peek through the treetops, revealing the beauty of Tuxedo Park in a whole new way. The last day for Club boat rentals will be November 9.

Fall is also one of the best times of year to catch both bass and trout. Our Fall Fishing Derby has seen a lot of entries, with the current leader being Joseph Furlong with a 4 lb 10 oz smallmouth bass. Remember that entries are due by October 19.

As you make your fall Lake plans don’t forget about our Snackle Boxes which have been a huge hit this season! They're packed with delicious treats - perfect for enjoying on the water with family and friends. Pick one up at the Boathouse before you head out to make your fall Lake adventure even more memorable. Click here to view the Snackle Box menu and to order.

We hope to see you at our 1886 Regatta this weekend and at the Boathouse all fall long. Please note that the Boathouse will close for the season on November 21.

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CLUBHOUSE

BOCCI

By Operations Manager Justine DeVito

The inaugural season of the Bocce Ball League at The Tuxedo Club wrapped up in style after nine weeks of spirited competition and lively camaraderie among twelve teams.

The season culminated in a thrilling finals match on Sunday, August 31, where Vincent Errigo and Anthony Albanese claimed the championship title with a strong performance against formidable runners-up Rachel Peverly and Matthew Kashevaroff.

Taking third place honors went to Paola Tocci and Thomas Bermingham, who battled through the bracket with consistency and determination.

Week after week, the league brought members together in a fun and relaxed atmosphere, both on and off the court. Many participants were new to the game, but quickly embraced the sport, developing their skills and forming new friendships along the way.

Thanks to its strong turnout and an overwhelmingly positive response, excitement is already building for an even bigger and better season next year.

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CLUBHOUSE

UPCOMING EVENTS Fall Fishing Derby August 15 - October 19 | Tuxedo Lake CONTACT THE BOATHOUSE 1886 Regatta October 12 | Tuxedo Lake REGISTER HERE Hadden Tomes Tournament October 17 - 19 | Tennis House CONTACT THE TENNIS HOUSE Hadden Tomes Pasta Night October 17 | Tennis House REGISTER HERE Hadden Tomes Dinner Dance Costume Party October 18 | Main Clubhouse REGISTER HERE Halloween Celebration October 26 | Main Clubhouse REGISTER HERE Cabernet Wine Dinner November 15 | Main Clubhouse REGISTER HERE

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CLUBHOUSE

UPCOMING EVENTS Golf Clubhouse Closes for Dining November 23 Thanksgiving Celebration November 27 | Main Clubhouse REGISTER HERE Calling All Elves December 2 | Main Clubhouse REGISTER HERE Gingerbread House Decorating December 4 | Main Clubhouse REGISTER HERE Best of the Best Wine Tasting & Dinner 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

BOURBON BRAISED PORK BELLY WITH MAPLE GLAZED BUTTERNUT SQUASH, CRANBERRIES AND THYME

By Arnold Kruck, Executive Chef

Pork Belly: 3 pounds pork belly Salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 tablespoon onion powder 1 tablespoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon maple sugar Braising Liquid: 2 stalks celery, diced 1 carrot, diced 1/2 medium yellow onion, diced 3 cloves garlic, halved 1/4 cup tomato paste 3 cups chicken stock, divided ½ cup bourbon ¼ cup of brown sugar 4 bay leaves Handful fresh thyme sprigs 2 1/4 teaspoons mixed peppercorns (such as black, pink, and white peppercorns) 3 whole cloves 1/8 teaspoon cinnamon 1/2 cup bourbon 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons brown sugar 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons soy sauce 1/4 cup orange juice 1 tablespoon lemon zest 1 tablespoon lemon juice

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TUXEDO RECIPE

CONTINUED Pork Belly Preparation Method: Preheat the oven to 350ºF. Heat a cast iron stock pot over medium heat. Season the pork belly with salt, pepper, and maple sugar. Sear, fat side down, until evenly browned, about 7 minutes on each side. Remove the pork from the pot. Add the celery, carrots, onions, and garlic, reduce heat to medium-low and cook, stirring frequently, until caramelized, about 15 minutes. Add the tomato paste and continue to cook for an additional 2 minutes.

Add 2 cups of the stock and the remaining braising liquid ingredients. Stir, bring to a simmer and simmer for 10 minutes.

Place pork belly back into the pot, fat side up, cover loosely with foil, add just enough stock to reach below the skin and place in the oven for 1 hour. Add more stock to the pan and continue to cook pork belly until fork tender, about 1 1/2 to 2 hours. Allow pork to cool with the liquid in the pot. Remove 3 cups of the stock and vegetables. Bring the 3 cups to a boil and reduce by half, about 10 minutes. Add more bourbon if desired.

When the pork has cooled, cut into 8 square portions.

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TUXEDO RECIPE

CONTINUED Butternut Squash: Butternut squash can be prepared ahead of time. Warm in 350ºF oven for 12 minutes in baking dish, add cranberries and thyme last minute.

2pcs medium butternut squash, peeled, seeded and cut into 2” large cubes 1/2 stick (1/4 cup) unsalted butter, softened 1/3 cup pure maple syrup 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 3 tablespoons dried cranberries, slightly chopped 1 sprig fresh thyme, picked and chopped finely Kosher salt and fresh cracked black pepper Butternut Squash Method: Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Melt butter and combined with maple syrup and cinnamon.

Mix diced butternut squash in a bowl with melted butter and syrup mixture. Season with salt and black pepper. Roast 25 minutes, until flesh is fork-tender. Remove squash from oven.

Add cranberries and thyme.

To Plate: Sear fat side of the pork belly in medium heat sauté pan and roast in the 400 oven until the top is crispy and the center is hot, about 10 minutes. Add warmed butternut squash, cranberry and thyme mixture, add seared pork belly and finish plate with bourbon sauce.

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RACQUETS

RACQUETS UPDATE

By Tim Chisholm, Director of Racquets Seven racquet sports and 1 st class facilities - The Tuxedo Club is a playground for all racquet sports enthusiasts!

We’re pleased to share that at the most recent Racquets Committee meeting Racquets Chairs Dave Christensen & Charles de Casteja provided data that Summer 2025 was the busiest across all the racquet sports in years; with usage among young families and kids increasing each year.

Eight weeks of Racquets Camp was offered this summer and a great success. Participation numbers were at an all-time high with a couple of comments from the membership of’ ‘Why can’t we do Racquets Camp every week?’

Summer 2025 saw Mixers, Member-Guest events, Club Championships, along national and international competitions played across a number of racquet sports.

The Racquets Committee would love for the membership to continue to drive participation in all events; as well as provide feedback and suggestions to continue to improve the member experience.

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LADIES PADEL MEMBER-GUEST

It was an absolutely beautiful day on September 27 th for the first-ever Padel Member-Guest.

Eight pairs competed in two – four team round robins on Tuxedo’s (2) fantastic padel courts. Each team played (3) matches in the round robin format, with the 1 st – 4 th place finishers playing their respective place finishers from the other round robin.

The pairs for this event were the following: Michele Merson & Lisa Amoratis Laura Veldkamp & Christina Sheng Melissa Calderwood & Sandra Carreon Jones Hilary Irby & Ali Prigozen Cathy Schwartz & Kristine Dunbar Joan Cost & Colleen Blye Elaine Urciuoli & Leslie Blute Amy Baker & Doreen Baker The Tuxedo Club provided a fantastic breakfast and lunch for all the participants, and a great day was had by all!

Congratulations to: 2025 Champions – Cathy Schwartz & Kristine Dunbar 2025 Finalists – Hilary Irby & Ali Prigozen

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FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO REGISTER FOR EVENTS PLEASE CONTACT THE TENNIS HOUSE

RACQUETS

RACQUETS UPDATE CONT’D

By Tim Chisholm, Director of Racquets

Stay tuned for the final calendar of events; for the Fall/Winter/Spring season which will include Mixers, Interclub events, Club Championships, national championships as well as many regular ‘Tuxedo’ events.

Upcoming events in October & November include: Hadden Tomes – October 17 th – 19 th Men’s Padel Member-Guest October 25 th Turkey HCP Court Tennis Singles – Thanksgiving Weekend

REMINDER Women’s & Men’s Platform Interclub Matches both begin play in October. 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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2025 GOLF CALENDAR

GOLF

GOLF UPDATE

By Chris Muldoon, Director of Golf

It is hard to believe that summer has come and gone. One of the highlights of our season, the Men’s & Women’s Club Championships, wrapped up a successful summer with some exciting matches from our Finalists.

In the Men’s Club Championship, Defending Champion Joseph Furlong IV fought back from early deficits in the opening round against Keith Kucinski, and in the Semi-Finals against seven-time Champion Dan Rifkin to return to the Men’s 36-Hole Labor Day Final for the third time. On the opposite side of the match play bracket, Tyler Cline was pitted against his cousin, and three-time Champion, Cole Meitner in the Semi-Finals and prevailed ‘3 & 2’ to return to the Final. Tyler Cline went on to win ‘8 & 6’ against Joseph to secure his third Club Championship title.

In the Women’s Club Championship, Allison Kucinski returned to action to face-off against first-time Finalist Maureen Cook in the finals. Tied through three holes, Kucinski would win the next eight holes on her way to an ‘8 & 7’ victory to claim her ninth Women’s Club Championship title.

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GOLF

GOLF UPDATE CONT’D In addition to our Club Champions, I’d like to congratulate the winners of our coveted “silver” tournaments including: Maureen Cook won both the Medalist & Eleanor Madronal trophies awarded to the individual low gross and net scores, respectively, after 36 holes played over two days. Only four other players in the Club’s history have held both trophies at the same time and, impressively, Cook now joins only one other champion to have done so in consecutive years!

Doreen Rose & Karen Banyo won individual low net in their respective divisions of the Senior & Super Senior Championships.

In the final women’s “silver” event of the season, the Flaming Foliage, Sarah Phillips conceded victory to Joette Fullerton after tying atop the leaderboard with 38 stableford points.

Brian Huff & guest Don Stanzione won the final men’s member-guest of the season, the Vogel Cup, by more than two strokes over the next eligible competitor.

Two couples hoisted the Benziger Cup – known as the Husband & Wife Championship – for the first time in many years. Tim & Maureen Cook fired a gross score of 74 and would have won both gross and net divisions had the rules allowed it. James & Jane DePiero won the net division for the third time – having last one 19 years ago!

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GOLF

GOLF UPDATE CONT’D Our Men’s and Women’s season-long match play tournaments all found closure earlier than usual: In the Robert Trent Jones Senior Championships, Kirk Kashevaroff & Scott Fife found themselves impressively in the finals of both the RTJ Senior and the Champions’ Divisions. They decided to play one match to determine the winner of both divisions. In a match that came down to the closing hole, Kirk Kashevaroff prevailed to claim his seventh Senior Championship and fifth in a row; and avenged last year’s defeat at the hands of Scott Fife to claim his first Champions’ Division title in just his second year of eligibility.

In the Sichol Cup, Jake Lindsay defeated Defending Champion Jack Horney ‘5 & 3’ to win his second title (2023 & 2025).

In the Governors’ Cup, Gregg & Alex Butler earned their first Governors’ Cup win after many years of moderate success when they defeated Runners-Up Andrey Kosovych & Ted Wang by a ‘1 Up’ margin in the finals.

In the Armageddon Tournament, last year’s Runner-Up Kellie Baldwin defeated Peggy Horney in this year’s individual handicap match play final to claim victory.

In the Ladies’ 9-Hole Club Championship, Judy Consiglio defeated Runner-Up Emma Mulvaney ‘2 & 1’.

Perhaps some of the most exciting and interesting tournament finishes of the season by our members weren’t administered by, or didn’t even take place at our Club.

In late-July, we hosted the Women’s Metropolitan Golf Association (WMGA) Husband & Wife Championships. Keith & Allison Kucinski were familiar with the format having won six Benziger Cups, our own Husband & Wife Championship, and used homecourse advantage to shoot an impressive 69 (-2) despite a triple-bogey on their last hole to win by six strokes. The Runner-Up team consisted of our very own Golf Shop Manager Corinna Limbocker and her husband Scott who shot 75 (+4). Click here for the leaderboard.

In the Westchester Seniors Golf Association (WSGA) Fall Championship at Century Country Club, two of our own tied atop the leaderboard in the Super Senior Division.

Jake Lindsay edged out Jack Horney in a match of cards after each shot gross scores of 84 to lead the division.

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ROBERT TRENT JONES SOCIETY

Tuxedo was well represented at the 21 st Annual Robert Trent Jones Society Annual Meeting hosted by the Army-Navy Country Club in Arlington, Virginia in mid-September.

A team of eight Tuxedo golfers - Jake & Michele Lindsay; Ron & Mary Fuerst; A. Jay & Kellie Baldwin; and James & Jane DePiero represented The Tuxedo Club. Jimmie James, author of Playing from the Rough, a personal journey through American’s 100 greatest courses, was the keynote speaker at the awards dinner where Tuxedo fared well. The DePiero & Baldwin team tied for second place with the Lindsay & Fuerst team in the coveted Jones Cup tournament.

The mission of the Society is to honor Robert Trent Jones Sr. and his work, to preserve the historical information and documents pertinent to the golf courses he designed, and to encourage and support the education of member Clubs on the design principles of his courses.

We are fortunate to have Jake Lindsay representing the Club as our Executive Director and promoting this mission among Members.

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GOLF

COURSE UPDATE

By Casey Klossner, Director of Agronomy

As we head into the fall season, cool, dry weather has been the norm and has helped provide us with excellent growing and course conditions. I wanted to take this opportunity to present the membership with an update on our fall aeration schedule by playing surface.

Putting Greens: Our putting greens will be core aerified and top-dressed with sand on November 3 and 4. During the first week of November, golfers can expect the greens to be sandy, but playable. The greens will be cleaned, rolled, and soil amendments will be applied at this time to prepare them for the winter months and set them up for the 2026 golf season. Keep an eye out for email updates with potential hole closures.

Tees and Approaches: Tees and approaches will be core aerified, cleaned and rolled in late October as weather allows. Our staff will try to complete these aerations on Mondays if the weather cooperates.

Fairways: Some fairways will be verti-cut and cleaned during the last two weeks of October, prior to core aeration to remove thatch and organic matter to promote healthy turf and firmness next season. Verti-cutting will be completed on specific fairways with more thatch present.

Fairway Core Aeration is scheduled for Thursday, October 30 and Friday, October 31. It is imperative that this process be completed on dry days to ensure efficient and successful cleanup. If poor weather conditions do not allow us to aerify the fairways, core aeration will be rescheduled to November.

As always, thank you for your consideration and support.

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FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO REGISTER PLEASE CONTACT THE GOLF SHOP

GOLF

UPCOMING EVENTS Fall Classic October 11 & 12 Ladies’ 9-Hole & 18-Hole Cross Country October 15 Fairway & Tee Aeration October 27 - 28 Green Aeration November 3 - 4 Golf Shop Holiday 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 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, Gavin Maxwell (Member Submissions)

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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