here’s no place like home for the holidays, and Berkeley Hall’s festive traditions welcome everyone to celebrate the best of the season!
In this issue, we showcase what holidays in the Lowcountry look like, from our traditional Oyster Roast to Thanksgiving at the Berkeley Hall table. The season shimmers at Berkeley Hall in all its holiday splendor and truly comes to light at our annual Tree Lighting on the mall!
From our heartwarming Brunch with Santa to a fabulous Vegas New Year’s Eve, with plenty of events in between, it’s a wonderful time to gather together with good friends and family.
With the year soon coming to a close, we’ve welcomed a good number of new members to our Berkeley Hall family to experience all we have to offer and our wonderful Lowcountry lifestyle. I’ve had the opportunity to meet many of you at our club events, from Pop-Up Dinners to Member Lunches. It’s been a great way to get to know everyone and learn more about how we can continue to enhance the Berkeley Experience.
And as we gather for the holidays, I am thankful to be part of such a giving and caring community.
I look forward to celebrating the best of the season with all of you!
Mike Blazer Chief Operating Officer/General Manager
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so fortunate to call it home!
Condé Nast Traveler has
again) named Hilton Head Island as America’s Favorite Island for the fifth consecutive year! Of course, we already know the Lowcountry is a special place, and we’re
You’ll Feel Right at Home: in our charming cottages with easy access to everything. From golf weekends to family stays, our cottages offer all the amenities you could ask for. It’s a short walk to the Clubhouse and onto the greens, and you’ll find the Spa & Fitness Center just around the corner.
1BR Master Suite $265
2 BR/2BA Town Suite, Kitchen, Living Room, Patio $525
3 BR/3BA Master + Town Suite, Kitchen, Living Room, Patio $630
4BR/4BA Full Cottage, Kitchen, Living Room, Patio $800
Rates do not include sales and accommodations tax of 11%. Cottage Rate does not include Golf Rate. Daily tidy service may be arranged. Fee schedule is available upon request. 2-Night Minimum Stay Required. Please contact Concierge Services at 843.815.8952 for reservations and additional information. *72-hours advance Cancellation required to avoid full charge.
Make Your Next Visit Exceptional: Immerse yourself in our Lowcountry setting as you relax at our luxury day spa, enjoy Club dining, and our beautiful Savannah Gardens and River Park.
We’re happy to arrange curated casual fare with charcuterie boards and select wines for your stay. Simply request 72-hours prior to your arrival from our Concierge team and we’ll provide your requested amenities upon arrival. We also feature pet-friendly cottages, please reserve in advance.
Michael & Julie Bode Westfield, IN
Dan & Tori Kiley Des Peres, MO
Jim & Kathleen Manney Philadelphia, PA
James & Stacey Ramstedt Libertyville, IL
Jeff & Sharon Roman Great Falls, VA
Brian & Noreen Wynne Jacksonville, FL
Glorious sunset paints the skies over our River Park, always a magical view! Shimmering waters, golden marshes and a quiet place for contemplation. {Thanks to Kurt Thomas for sharing with us!}
he 2025 Charity Cup was an extraordinary success! Gathering with 300+ of our fellow members, you could feel the excitement in the air, as everyone sipped and socialized and got ready for the live auction to begin with renowned auctioneer Friz Hatton!
The generosity and compassion of our
membership represents the best of our community, and we thank all our members for your generous support.
Giving Is Not Just About Making A Donation. It is About Making A Difference.
The Charity Cup is more than a fundraiser – it’s a proud tradition that allows us
A SPECIAL THANK YOU:
to truly make a difference together! Together, we raised more than $550,000–our highest total ever! Monies raised at the event will fund the 2026 grant cycle and the need this year is greater than ever. With the help of our membership, since its inception in 2008, the BHCF has raised nearly $4 million for local charities.
to our exceptional volunteers, donors and sponsors for your outstanding contributions. We are so thankful for your support!
Berkeley Hall Charitable Foundation trustees gathered with Endowment Fund Charter Members for the September endowment plaque unveiling at the Club.
The special ceremony commemorated the unveiling with a champagne toast in recognition of this significant milestone
and the generosity of our Charter Members.
“With the creation of the Endowment Fund, now over $1.6 million, we further continued our legacy of giving. As we get ready to celebrate the Club's 25th anniversary, our endowment goal this year is $2.5M for 25!” shared Mike Brocato and
John Kourakos, Endowment Co-Chairs. To learn more, please contact them via email at johnkourakos@gmail.com and mikejbrocato@gmail.com.
When Berkeley Hall members attended the Explorer’s LEAD Graduation, they were deeply moved. Cadets stood tall, spoke with pride, and reflected a transformation that can only come from hard work, encouragement, and belief in their potential.
The program, run by the Boys & Girls Club of Bluffton, carries a powerful name: LEAD – which stands for Leadership, Excellence, Achievement, and Determination.
Supported by Berkeley Hall Charitable Foundation, the Explorer’s LEAD Program equips local teens with the tools to build character, confidence, and purpose. William, one of this year’s participants, said it best: “I’ve learned how to better manage my emotions. I’m more responsible now. I feel
COURSE F ACTION
like a leader – and others see that, too.”
This year, the program included a powerful visit to Parris Island, where teens experienced discipline and resilience firsthand. Bluffton's Chief of Police, whose department is integral to the program, delivered this message: “We’re building character and perseverance. Your ‘can’t’ will become your ‘can.’”
For William, and all 26 teens who completed the program – LEAD was more than a commitment. It was a turning point.
Impact at a Glance
Explorer’s LEAD Program
Outcomes - Powered by BHCF
• Passport to Manhood: 90% improved attitudes around character and leadership
• SMART Girls: 100% saw positive change
• Boot Camp: 95% graduation rate
• Community Service: 100% participation
• Physical Fitness: 95% met at least one personal goal
Our rich history of fall oyster roasts is steamed goodness – pulled from the waters, steamed and piled high on your table, as local harvester Maggioni Oyster Company steams up fresh oysters for us. Here shucking is shared with friendly
BERKELEY HALL HOLIDAY TRADITIONS
NOV 26 | 5:30PM | VERANDAH & PALMETTO ROOM
faces, good stories and a passion for the Lowcountry.
BHC’s annual Oyster Roast is the perfect way to welcome cool fall evenings and ease into all the Thanksgiving traditions the Lowcountry is known for. Enjoy a
Our rich history of May River oysters is steamed goodness –pulled from the waters, steamed and piled high on your table, along with treasured East Coast oysters. Here shucking is shared with friendly faces, good stories and a passion for the Lowcountry.
welcome glass of wine with hors d’oeuvres and live music by Purple Martin Strings Trio, and Chef James’ special Southern Fall menu follows, as the oyster roast gets underway.
Family Friendly Glow Golf is a great way to warm up pre-Oyster Roast, with our 18-hole mini glow golf course on the Verandah Lawn.
Adult $59 Inclusive ($47++) | Child ages 4-12 $24 Inclusive ($19++) | Club Casual, Jeans Permitted | Member Charge Bar
Thanksgiving in the Lowcountry welcomes everyone home for this special time of year, as friends and families gather together at the Berkeley Hall table on Thursday, November 27 from 11:30am-2:30pm.
Chef James has a vision of holiday dining and you’re in for a Thanksgiving Feast with fresh, gourmet goodness and an abundance of everyone’s favorites. Here, Herb Roasted Beef Tenderloin and Roasted Tom Turkey are elegant centerpieces, along with Leg of Lamb, Cherry Glazed
Ham, and local Golden Tilefish along with roasted fall vegetables, sweet potato casserole, whipped potatoes, poached pear salad, fresh cranberry sauce, and all the traditional favorites with a classic, upscale twist. Pastry Chef Owen brings his family recipes to the table with meltin-your-mouth apple and pecan pies, deep dish pumpkin pie, gluten free options, and a truly gorgeous homemade dessert array. We have a lot to be thankful for, and we invite you to join us this season at the Berkeley Hall Thanksgiving table!
Reserved Seating times available 11:30am-2:30pm | Verandah & Palmetto Room
Adult $74 Inclusive | Child ages 4-12 $30 Inclusive | Semi-Formal | Member Charge Bar | 48-hour cancellation policy
NOV 27 | 11:30AM-2:30PM | VERANDAH & PALMETTO ROOM
Thanksgiving FOOD DRIVE
DROP-OFF DATES: NOV 15 & 16
Member generosity runs deep, with our annual Thanksgiving Food Drive to help Bluffton Self Help and our community neighbors, with items such as canned peas and corn, pumpkin and cranberry sauce, shelf stable salad dressing, yams & dried potatoes, cream soups, broth and gravy, stuffing mix, bread, cake, cookie and brownie mixes, pie filling, pie crusts, large disposable roasting pans. And pantry staples: canned meats (tuna, chicken), canned meals (chili, beef stew, hearty soups), white rice, canned tomatoes (diced, whole, crushed), pasta and pasta sauce, Velveeta and Parmesan cheese, taco kits, salsa, black beans, skillet meal kits, cooking oils, flour, sugar, mayonnaise, ketchup.
Please deliver food donations to Barb Kohn’s residence at 340 Good Hope Road on Saturday & Sunday, Nov 15th and 16th. If needed, we can come to you!
Whole Turkeys & Hams may be "donated directly" to Bluffton Self Help, 39 Sheridan Park Circle, Suite 10, Bluffton, Monday & Wednesday, 9am-6pm or Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, 9am-4pm. Or consider a grocer gift card for assistance with purchase of fresh produce & dairy. For details contact Barb Kohn: 203-449-4333, bkckohn@gmail.com.
Thank you for your continued support!
Thanksgiving TO-GO
SUBMIT ORDERS BY: NOV 20
Let us make it easy for you with our Thanksgiving packages to go. Simply place your orders online on the events calendar and leave the rest to us! Featuring Harvest Salad, Rolls, Cranberry Sauce, Mashed Potatoes, Sausage Stuffing, Green Bean Casserole, Roasted Fall Vegetables, Turkey and Gravy. Please submit orders by Thursday, November 20th.
Drive-In Movie Night - Elf!
NOV 28 | 5:30PM | THE GRAND LAWN
Drive on over in your golf cart for this fun for the whole family night with the movie classic Elf! Bring your lawn chairs, get cozy with blankets, or enjoy from your golf cart! Some seating provided. $5 inclusive with all you can eat popcorn. Snacks, soft drinks, member bar for purchase.
Get your holiday started early at our annual Turkey Trot 5k and Fun Run on Thursday, November 27th! Complimentary to all. Registration Required. 8:30am Registration, 9:00am Start of the 5k; Fun Run after 5k. Complimentary, Register on the App or Events Calendar!
SATURDAY, NOV 29 | 5:30PM
BERKELEY HALL HOLIDAY TRADITIONS
ather with us as the magic of the holidays come to light at Berkeley Hall’s 10th annual Tree Lighting on the Mall!
Our festive tradition welcomes all to share in our treasured holiday celebration as thousands of lights come to life, to softly glimmer among the tree and dress the grounds in soft white splendor.
Each year, the search for the perfect Berkeley Hall tree is found at the family-owned Snowy Mountain Christmas Tree Farm. Our tree, festooned with lights, is a beacon of light and warmth throughout the holiday season.
Nothing is more heartwarming than seeing our community come together during this wondrous time of year. Gather with your family and friends on Saturday, November 29 at 5:30pm and enjoy a welcome glass of wine and hors d’oeuvres in the Clubhouse, then gather for the official tree lighting at 6:30pm on the Front Mall.
Then join us for a gorgeous holiday buffet and enjoy the best of the season with an array of elegant favorites, festive holiday music by vocalist Cheryl Christine, Pastry Chef Owen’s winter holiday desserts served up with frothy hot chocolate. It’s the perfect way to kick off the season!
Adult $62 Inclusive ($49++) | Child ages 4-12 $26 Inclusive ($20++) | Member Bar | Club Casual or Holiday Attire Everyone is welcome at the Tree Lighting.
Silver 25th Celebration • Sat, Oct 17, 2026
ave the date now for our spectacular Silver 25th Celebration on Saturday, October 17th, 2026. Everyone’s invited and we’ll be sharing more details as we draw closer!
As we approach this remarkable milestone, our story is best told through the voices of our members, we hope you enjoy hearing them and learning more about our Club’s shared history.
Here, we continue our lead-up to BHC’s 25th Anniversary with members Dr. Charles (Chas) and Zoe Bassos, as they share their BHC story with us!
BHC: Changes You’ve Seen
ZOE: We were here when the Clubhouse was being built and were truly wowed! Over the years, it’s evolved into a more modern look, which we really like. The Verandah especially has been a wonderful addition, along with our new amenities, from pickleball to bocce, to updates at the River Park and throughout the Club.
CHAS: When we joined, there was no golf course, no clubhouse, no fitness center. Everything you see was new to us, has aged, and been renewed. We watched the North Course, which was sodded not seeded, spring up seemingly overnight. We’ve gone from a Clubhouse that started in a tent to the beautiful building it is now. Lots of changes, and very few that haven’t increased our enjoyment of living here. 22 years is a long time to live in one place. Zoe and I picked the right place to do it!
BHC: The Berkeley Experience
CHAS: We saw developer John Reed’s vision, and we believed in him and what Berkeley Hall would be. We think it’s the best place to be, we love the low-density and the welcoming attitude that has prevailed over 22 years and I don’t think that happens in other places.
ZOE: Our member-centric groups are fabulous – I’m in theatre group, book club, fun food group, four card groups, and I just joined the garden club!
BHC: What Do You Love Most?
ZOE: I love all the social events, and I really enjoy the fitness center – it’s kept me healthy for 20 years. My whole physical well-being has improved, and when Chas needed fitness to recover from a heart attack shortly before we moved here, this place saved him. My earliest and favorite memory was the Grand Opening Celebration, when I got a photo of my high school heartthrob Peter Noone of the Herman's Hermits – I still have it in my office! And sharing a booth in the Tap Room with Chas is always a favorite place to be.
CHAS: Well, anyone who knows me knows I love to talk and laugh. On the course, at the gym, at dinner with friends, the laughter and camaraderie are special. My best memory is moving into our new home. Although we’ve lived here longer than anywhere else, we still think of this house as our new home. We designed it for the way we live, and it literally renewed us for the second part of our lives.
TUESDAY, NOV 4 | 5PM
PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB: Holger
Opderbeck
The majesty of Berkeley Hall is well-captured through the lens of member Holger Opderbeck. As the BHC Photography Club’s featured speaker on Tuesday, November 4th at 5 pm, he will share a gallery of large prints from his 60-page Berkeley Hall photobook, showcasing the beauty of our community with sweeping aerial views, dramatic panoramas and captures of common areas, golden sunsets, and the North and South courses.
“I bought my first drone more than 10 years ago, when drones had just become advanced enough for simple commercial use and hobby flying,” shares Holger. “Rapid advances have made them far more capable, both in usability and image quality. I now own my fifth drone, equipped with three cameras that produce photos rivaling those from high-end DSLR cameras!”
Come learn more about drone photography, and you may just be the fortunate winner of his drawing for a copy of his Berkeley Hall photobook!
Complimentary| Club Casual | Berkeley Room
TUE, NOV 18 - Wines for Thanksgiving Table
TUE, NOV 25 - California
TUE, DEC 9 - Best of the Rest
TUE, DEC 16 – Sparkling Wines
SATURDAY, DEC 20 | 12PM
Wine Explorer Series: around the world in 80 glasses
Join wine raconteur Mike Lozan as he invites us to explore wines from around the world on Tuesday, November 18th and 25th, and December 9th and 16th, from 4-6pm in the Palmetto Room.
Wine lovers know every great wine has a story! As an ambassador of the Wine & Spirit Education Trust, Mike is a WSET Level II and he’ll be our guide! Discover great pours from California, New Zealand, and more. It’s a wonderful way to explore distinctive wines, along with light charcuterie boards, and five half-glass pours, usually two whites, three reds.
$50 Inclusive | Club Casual | Palmetto Room
Looking for that special ornament? You can find it here, at our Ladies Ornament Exchange on Saturday, December 20 at noon on the Verandah.
Our annual holiday event is always a merry one, and all attendees are asked to bring an ornament in a gift bag for our ornament exchange.
Enjoy a welcome glass of wine followed by an elegant three-course plated luncheon. It’s a great way to add to your ornament collection and your holiday memories!
$53 Inclusive ($42++) | Member Charge Bar Club Casual or Holiday Attire | Verandah
MEMBER EVENTS
SUNDAY, DEC 21 | 10:30AM
SATURDAY, DEC 13 | 6PM
Celebrate the season with an elegant evening of candlelight dining on Saturday, December 13th, beginning with a 6:00pm cocktail reception. Sip a welcome glass of wine as you mingle along with light hors d’oeuvres, followed by fine dining at 7:00pm in the Verandah and Palmetto Room. Chef James’ stunning three-course menu impeccably served and accompanied by soft dining music by the Lavon Stevens Duo makes the night truly special!
$91 Inclusive ($72++) | Member Charge Bar Semi-Formal Attire | Verandah & Palmetto Room
We love it when Santa comes to town for Berkeley Hall’s Santa Brunch! Join us on Sunday, December 21st for this family-friendly favorite from 10:30am-1pm at the Club. It’s truly joyful to see those happy faces light up when Santa arrives at 11:15am!
Each year, everyone enjoys the most heavenly brunch feast you can imagine! Little ones can create some holiday goodies to take home at BHC’s traditional cookie decorating stations along with special North Pole inspired treats, hot chocolate bar, and holiday train rides, our Santa Brunch is a memorable day for all the children, grandchildren and guests of Berkeley Hall.
Adult $40 Inclusive ($32++) | Child $19 ($15++) Member Charge Bar | Club Casual or Holiday Attire Verandah
SUNDAY, DEC 21 | 6PM
erkeley Hall’s special Chanukah tradition welcomes members and their guests back each year to enjoy the wonderful flavors of our annual Taste of Chanukah dinner.
Gather with us for this festive celebration on Sunday, December 21st from 6-8:30pm and experience Chef James’ four course menu of deliciously authentic latkes, along with matzoh ball soup, challah, tender beef brisket and more, accompanied by the beautiful music of local violinist Ami Rabinowitz.
The annual festival of lights shares the story of Chanukah, along with the traditional foods and flavors. Sharing these traditions with members, children and grandchildren makes it even more special.
Adult $57 Inclusive ($45++) | Child Ages 4-12 $24 ($19++) Member Charge Bar | Plated Dinner | Semi-Formal | Verandah
WEDNESDAY, DEC 31 | 7PM-12:30AM
A Vegas New Year' s Eve!
Celebrate New Year’s Eve with us for A Night in Vegas, BHC-style! We’ll get things rolling with cocktailing and hors d’oeuvres at 7pm. Enjoy a complimentary glass of champagne as we toast to a very special evening with good friends on Wednesday, December 31st from 7pm-12:30am.
Our special New Year’s dinner will be served at 7:30pm, and then it’s time for fun casino games with prizes and music to 11pm! Enjoy our gourmet plated dinner, followed by an extravagant holiday dessert display and let the games begin!
Ring in the New Year, with bar service past midnight! Fabulous dining, fun casino games, with great live music and dancing, it’s a New Year’s Vegas celebration!
$146 Inclusive ($115++)| Member Charge Bar | Semi-formal Verandah | 48-hour cancellation policy
BOOK CLUB
Read any good books lately? Join our BHC Book Club –
Our meetings are held the first Monday of each month at 3pm. For details contact Wendy Hansen: hansenwendyj@gmail.com.
“The Frozen River” by Ariel Lawhon
A vivid, exciting page-turner from one of our most interesting authors of historical fiction. Lawhon’s work is inspired by the true story and diaries of midwife Martha Ballard of Hallowell, Maine. When a man accused of rape turns up dead, an Early American town seeks justice amid rumors and controversy. Supposedly, the only time a midwife can testify in court is regarding paternity when a woman gives birth out of wedlock – but Martha also takes the witness stand in the rape case against a dead man named Joshua Burgess and his living friend Col. Joseph North, whose role as judge in local court proceedings has made the victim, Rebecca Foster,
reluctant to make her complaint public. Further complications are numerous: North has control over the Ballard family's lease on their property; Rebecca is carrying the child of one of her rapists; and Martha’s son was seen fighting with Joshua Burgess on the day of his death. Lawhon weaves all this into a richly satisfying drama that moves suspensefully between childbed, courtroom, and the banks of the Kennebec River.
Review: Kirkus Reviews
Holiday luncheon at Pam Nedzi’s home! No book discussion, just a festive holiday luncheon for our fellow book clubbers.
WED, NOV 19 | 6:30PM
Enjoy exceptional wines, dining and storytelling with winemaker Eric Flanagan at our Chef’s Table Dinner on Wednesday, November 19th at 6:30pm in the Palmetto Room.
“Flanagan Wines was born out of my love for wine,” shares Eric. “We’re known for making great wines from the best vineyards in Sonoma County including Ritchie, Bacigalupi, River Road Grape Farm, Gap’s View, and our Estate Cabernet Vineyard.”
Take a wine journey with Eric, as he shares the incredible stories of Flanagan wines, paired beautifully with each of Chef James’ four courses.
$155++ ($197 Inclusive) Club Casual | Palmetto Room
COMING SOON!
Pop-Up Dinner at the Club!
Join us for our next Pop-Up Dinner coming soon – date to be announced! Open to the first 40 members who rsvp.
Let us surprise and delight you with an incredible fourcourse menu and wine pairings. All details to be revealed on the day of the event, when you arrive at the Club at 6pm, including venue and menu!
$68.25++
($86 Inclusive)
Wine pairings optional at additional cost.
Members loved our last Pop-Up Dinner! An exceptional showcase for Exec. Chef James' exquisite four courses!
October’s Pop-Up menu featured: Amuse: Duck Confit Biscuit, buttermilk sweet potato biscuit topped with duck confit, Vidalia onion gastrique and spiced pecans. First: Lowcountry She Crab Cappuccino with chive and sherry crème froth with blackened snapper on sweet corn soubise. Main: Smoked Short Ribs red eye jus on Carolina Gold rice risotto, glazed carrots. Sweets: Deconstructed Hummingbird Cake with sweet tea Crème Brulee. With beautiful wine pairings curated by Thaddeus Miller, for a truly exceptional, and very fun night at the Club!
“The event was so lovely and fun! We didn’t know what to expect, which was really exciting. The food, service, and atmosphere were fantastic! So good! Loved that Mike, Thaddeus and Chef were all out there as well. Can’t wait for the next one! ”
–Kathleen Young, BHC member
Member Photos
MEMBER EVENTS
Cards, Mahjongg, Book Club & More
At Berkeley Hall, there's always something to do and new clubs to explore, from Bridge to MahJongg, Hand, Foot & Elbow, Bible Study and more! We offer advanced games for experienced players and beginner games for those ready to try something new. Berkeley Hall Clubs meet in Ladies Locker Room unless indicated at Fazio Room.
BHC Artists
Mondays & Tuesdays, 9am-3pm | Fazio Room
The Artists Club meets Mondays and Tuesdays 9am-3pm in the Fazio Room. All levels: oils, watercolors, sketches, photography, whatever your medium. Everyone's welcome. Contact Leanora Colletti at leanora1948@msn.com or text: 732.320.7159.
Beginner Hand, Foot & Elbow
Mondays at 11:45am
Want to learn this great game? Join us on Mondays and we're happy to teach you! No rsvp needed. If you'd like to play, email Carol DePhillips at jcdephi@aol.com.
Advanced Hand, Foot & Elbow
Wednesdays at 6:45pm & Saturday at 11am
Experienced players are welcome to join the fun. For details on both advanced games, contact Marsha Levin: 843.757.2801 or marslev@aol.com.
Casual Monday MahJongg
Mondays at 3pm
Afternoon MahJongg
Tuesdays at 2pm
Our Tuesday afternoon game is played at 2pm. If you’d like to play, please contact Sharon Pumroy at spumroy@comcast.net or Janet Henke at janethenke2@gmail.com.
Afternoon MahJongg
Fridays at 2pm
Welcome players of ALL levels - those who've never played to experienced players! We have learning tables during Friday play and are happy to teach you. If Friday doesn’t work, we will arrange a learning time. To be added to our distribution list, contact Maureen Austen at stephen.austen@yahoo.com or at 704.651.0485.
Evening MahJongg
Tuesdays at 7pm
Our Tuesday night game is played at 7pm. If you'd like to play and be added to our distribution list, contact Teresa Gannon at 843.706.2219 or Tggabby@aol.com.
Ladies
Bridge
Ladies Bible Study
Wednesdays at 10am | Fazio Room
Please join us. All members are welcome. For more information contact Angie McGeorge at 865.315.5976 or bhallmcgeorge@gmail.com or Susie Sutton at 406.670.7900 or ssutton57@gmail.com.
Mens Bible Study
Wednesdays at 3:30pm | Fazio Room
Please join us at the Fazio Room. All members are welcome. For more information, email Don McGeorge at dmcgeorge54@gmail.com or Hal Sutton at halsutton1@gmail.com or 406.698.5282.
All levels are welcome to this casual Monday session! If you'd like to play and be added to our distribution list, please contact Lise Shanahan at 858.353.3273, liseshanahan@yahoo.com.
As a natural extension of BHC's In-the-Zone wellness series philosophy, several new BHC Member Clubs have branched out, and new members are welcome!
Share your interest, develop friendships and try something new. From cooking clubs to photography, tai chi, a guitar group, writers, theatre lovers and more, it’s all right here.
CHAIR AEROBICS CLASS
Annette Boatright: choco3652@gmail.com
Mondays at 1:30pm & Thursdays at 2pm
All members and your guests are welcome! The group plays social bridge, and cards and tallies are provided. Contact Lou Ann Hamilton at lah9708@gmail.com.
FUN FOOD CLUB
Vanessa Starr: vhfstarr@gmail.com
WHOLE FOOD PLANT-BASED
COOKING CLUB
Val Laporte: vlaporte0214@gmail.com
GUITAR CLUB
Kean Westcott: keanwestcott@gmail.com
PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB
Bennett Stewart: gbstewartiii@gmail.com
TAI CHI CLASS
Kathy Westcott: kpwestcott1@gmail.com
THEATRE CLUB (LADIES NIGHT)
Gina Coia: coia.regina@gmail.com
Notary Services
Notary Services are provided by Concierge Services at 843.815.8952.
TRAVEL CLUB
Kathleen Chrystie: kchrystie@gmail.com
THE QUIET WRITER’S GROUP
Renée Robertson: rmrobertson@me.com
GARDEN CLUB
Patricia Jones: patjonesdesigns@gmail.com
CRAFT CLUB
Jean Gatewood: jeangatewood@att.net
In the Zone is an e-newsletter published by BHC member Chas Bassos, focusing on health and wellness activities within the club along with health issues. To receive, email “count me in” to golfnpsych@gmail.com.
BERKELEY HALL GOLF
LWITH KIERAN
KIERAN STAUNTON | DIRECTOR OF GOLF
owcountry temperatures make for a glorious fall season and we’re off to a busy start with a full roster of tournaments and record participation! Both courses have had their usual summer maintenance and have been in great shape to start September and October. With the overseed on the South fairways, and the North tee complexes, we should be set up for another wonderful fall and winter season.
As we wrap up a busy October of
2025 NORTH-SOUTH RECAP
Our Fall season, as always, began with the North-South Challenge. The North team were defending their 2024 title, and looking to keep the bragging rights for another year. We had a full field with 26 teams representing the South team and 20 teams representing the North team. Once again, it was a closely fought contest with a very small margin between the teams at the end. But it was the South team that were victorious this year and the South flag will fly proudly for the next 12 months!
events, from the North-South Challenge to the Charity Cup, Berkeley Classic and Women’s Invitational, we wonder how the season could get even better. But we do have several golf events still to come, including the new Fall Member-Member Matchplay in November, the HAIG in November and the Club Challenge in December. And, of course, we are already looking ahead to 2026 and yet another superb year on the courses!
Golf is a game of integrity. Always do the right thing, even when no one is looking.
BERKELEY CLASSIC
Pat Molamphy & Willie Wang
We had another great turnout for the 2025 Berkeley Classic. Four perfect days, and the courses were in marvelous condition! The event was played October 15-18, and we had 10 flights competing for the honors. The 10 flight winners moved on to the Championship shootout, and it was the pair of Willie Wang and Pat Molamphy that came out on top! Congratulations to Willie and his guest Pat!
Flight Winners:
Berkeley Hall Flight: Wes Goldberg & Pat Cruz
Shadow Creek Flight: Tom Kloet & Paul Kloet
WINNERS
Alotian Club Flight: Tom Beaumonte & Chris D'Alessandro
Estancia Club Flight: John Habyan & Drew Arciuolo
Dallas National Flight: Paul Mooney & David Tardio
Gozzer Ranch Flight: John Kourakos & Kevin Hughes
Sage Valley Flight: Greg Streit & Steve Lemos
Hudson National Flight: Willie Wang & Pat Molamphy (Overall Champions)
Wade Hampton Flight: Peter Castello & Joel Moore
Eagle Point Flight: Bill Brosnan & Joseph Giannetto
SPECIALTY CLINICS WITH KRISTA
When it comes to golf instruction, Berkeley Hall’s Krista Dunton is top in her field. As a member, Krista can show you how to get the most out of your game with her hands-on approach.
SHORT GAME CLINICS: PUTTING & CHIPPING
Fri, Nov 14 | 10am-12pm Mon, Dec 8 | 10am-12pm
$95/pp | Min 4 players
Focus on putting, short putts, distance control, green reading and start line. Chipping from 5-20 yards off the green and then putting the two skills together. Learn how to get up and down more often!
FULL SWING CLINICS
Mon, Nov 24 | 2-4pm
$95/pp
Get a jump start on your swing! Come learn specific tips and drills to help improve your ball striking and add distance to all your shots.
COMPLETE PUTTING CLINICS
Mon, Nov 17 | 1-3pm Thu, Dec 11 | 2-4pm
$90/pp
Improve your putting and lower your scores! 1/4-1/2 of all your shots are used with the putter. Learn how to make more short putts, control your speed, and how to practice effectively so you perform better under pressure on the course!
Tue, Nov 11 | 11am-1pm Fri, Dec 12 | 9am-11am
$200/person
Come learn the best method for green reading and speed control! As used by many PGA and LPGA tour players and top amateurs! Take the mystery out of green reading. www.aimpointgolf.com
GET GOLF READY!
Mondays 12-1pm
Nov 10, 17, 24 | Dec 1, 8, 15
$195 for 6 hours of instruction
New player program designed to get you ready to enjoy yourself on the course and play with confidence. This 6-week program focuses on full swing basics, short game, putting and course management. Includes going out on the course and learning to put your skills to work!
WEDGE WEDNESDAYS
Wednesdays Nov 12, 19 | Dec 10, 17 2-3pm | $40 per session
Come work on different parts of your wedge game and see your scores drop! Each Wednesday will be a different shot and element of mastering your wedges around the green and in the bunker. Sign up for any clinic on Coach Now or contact Krista directly or the golf shop. Coach Now Link to sign up for any clinic or private lesson is: https://app.coachnow.io/public/facility_ availability?facilityId=e6b0d2eb1499e0ab53aab5e70c
Clinics are 10-11am at the Learning Center.
NOVEMBER
Tue, Nov 4: Greenside Bunkers
Fri, Nov 7: No Clinic – Member-Member
Tue, Nov 11: Putting Basics
Fri, Nov 14: Fairway Woods & Hybrids
Tue, Nov 18: Control Your Wedges
Fri, Nov 21: Shape your Shots
Tue, Nov 25: Bomb Your Driver
Fri, Nov 28: Bunker Basics
DECEMBER
Tue, Dec 2: Balance, Tempo, Timing & Rhythm
Fri, Dec 5: No Clinic – Club Challenge
Tue, Dec 9: Hit Your Irons Solid
Fri, Dec 12: Chipping
Tue, Dec 16: How To Increase Your Club Head Speed
Fri, Dec 19: Fairway Bunkers
Tue, Dec 23: Inside 30 Yards
Fri, Dec 26: Fairway Woods & Hybrids
Tue, Dec 30: Lag Putting
Looking for the perfect holiday gift for someone special this
season?
We’ve got you covered, try these great gift packages from Krista Dunton or contact her to customize your own!
THE MINI SIX
$540
Spend some quality time with Krista and get the most out of your golf game! Great drills and specific tips to help you perform your best under pressure on the course!
When an hour lesson is too much, here’s a package of 6 half hour lessons to fine tune your game!
THE COMPLETE GAME PACKAGE!
$875
Five Hours of Instruction improving your entire game and taking it on the course where it matters most!
• 2 Hours of Full Swing Instruction
• 2 Half Hour Short Game Lessons
• 1 Hour of putting and green reading
• 1 Hour on the Golf Course
JUMP START YOUR GAME
$450
Great chance to lower your scores and improve your ball striking and short game with this package!
• 1 Hour of Full Swing Instruction
• 1 Hour of Short Game
• Half Hour of Putting Instruction
WITH KRISTA DUNTON
CONGRATULATIONS
to Berkeley Hall Director of Golf Instruction Krista Dunton –once again named to Golf Digest's "Best Teachers List!"
An impressive honor well deserved.
Every two years, Golf Digest asks top instructors across the country to name the best teachers in their states.
Considered golf's most comprehensive nationwide ranking, after surveying several thousand teachers, the state winners are presented from coast to coast.
Golf Digest’s Top 50 Teachers is the definitive list of golf's best teachers, as voted by their peers.
Congratulations to Krista!
THE CRAFT OF MODERN AGRONOMY
n the world of golf course maintenance, “balance” may be the single most important word we use and the hardest to achieve. Every day presents a tug-of-war between agronomic science and golfer expectation, between what looks beautiful to the eye and what performs best underfoot. Finding that equilibrium where turf health, playability, and aesthetics coexist is both the challenge and the craft of modern agronomy.
Irrigation technology allows us to deliver water with remarkable precision, yet over-watering remains one of the easiest mistakes to make. Too much water reduces oxygen in the rootzone, invites disease, and softens playing surfaces. Too little and we stress turf to the point of dormancy and loss of density.
Our team uses data from soilmoisture sensors, evapotranspiration models, and daily field observations to fine-tune irrigation cycles. The goal is not “green” it is functional moisture. A balanced surface is firm enough for crisp ball roll yet supple enough to recover from play and resist wilt in the Lowcountry heat.
Fertilization is equally nuanced.
We want the plant to be strong, not spoiled. Excess nitrogen produces lush, dark green growth that pleases the eye but weakens turf structure and increases disease pressure. Too little, and we lose color, density, and recovery.
Pursuing, refining, and respecting balance is what turns maintenance into mastery. –Adam Miller
We focus on steady spoon-feeding, guided by soil and tissue tests, environmental conditions, and seasonal goals. Fertility is not about chasing color it is about fueling health. When the plant’s energy is in balance, firmness, smoothness, and consistency naturally follow.
Members understandably love to see vibrant green turf. Yet the very surfaces that play best firm, fast, tightly mown often carry a lighter hue. This can be one of the hardest balances to communicate: that a
slightly off-green fairway may, in fact, be in perfect health and ideal condition for golf.
True championship conditioning lies in playability: ball roll, surface firmness, smooth transitions, and consistent speed. Color is simply one indicator, an appealing one, but not the measure of quality.
Our job is part science, part stewardship, and part storytelling. We balance budgets, weather extremes, tournament schedules, and environmental responsibility while keeping the golf course healthy year-round. The balance extends beyond the turf itself to our people, our planning, and our patience. Every decision must weigh short-term appearance against long-term sustainability.
When all the pieces align moisture, fertility, firmness, aesthetics, and communication you can feel it immediately. The course plays true, the turf responds predictably, and golfers notice something intangible: harmony.
Balance isn’t static; it shifts daily with weather, traffic, and time. But pursuing it, refining it, and respecting it is what turns maintenance into mastery.
SPEAKER SERIES
NOVEMBER/DECEMBER
Nadya Semenova | Anti-Aging Face Fitness Workshop
Wednesday, Nov. 5 | 12pm | Fitness Aerobics Room
Nadya Semenova, a key member of BHC’s Fitness team, recently returned from a Yoga Summit overseas, and has some great Anti-Aging Face Fitness tips to share with us! Join Nadya for a 60-Minute Workshop on Face Fitness Techniques on Wednesday,
"This workshop will help you keep the muscles of the face firm and elastic. It's a lymphatic practice designed to keep your skin glowing and youthful."
–Nadya Semenova
November 5th at noon in the Fitness Aerobics Room.
Cost: $25
Club Casual/Fitness Attire Fitness Aerobics Room
Materials: Jade Stone, Towel, Water with Ice, Own Skin Care Products {optional}
Dr. Kevin Campbell, O.D. | Optical Solutions
Complete Eye Health
Thursday, Nov. 13 | 4-5pm | Berkeley Room
Join Dr. Kevin Campbell on Thursday, November 13th in the Berkeley Room from 4-5:30pm, for an informative session on overall eye health, common eye conditions and prevention. As Hilton Head’s local optometrist with a vision for excellence, Dr. Campbell brings a fresh perspective,
clinical expertise, and a deep-rooted commitment to the community he calls home. Born and raised on the island, he holds a Bachelor of Science in Health Science and a minor in Business Administration from Clemson University.
Come learn more about eye
conditions including dry eye disease, glaucoma, and macular degeneration, as Dr. Campbell offers an overview of the most advanced treatments offered for your ocular health.
Complimentary | Club Casual Berkeley Room
Racquet Sports at Berkeley Hall
TENNIS
| PICKLEBALL
PICKLEBALL W/ROYCE:
Complimentary 1 Hour Clinics: Wednesdays, men & women
8:30am: 3.0+ / 3.5 / 4.0 levels
9:30am: 3.0 level
10:30am: 2.5 level and lower
TENNIS W/ROYCE:
Complimentary 1 Hour Clinics: 9am: Mon & Fri, men & women
Want to receive Racquet Sports Activities updates? Email michaeldolan7329@gmail.com
It’s easy to get on the court with Berkeley Hall’s active racquet sports program led by Tennis/PB Pro Royce Silvan and Pickleball Pro Mike Dolan. Work on your game with fun, challenging drills, match play and complimentary clinics.
Royce offers complimentary tennis/pickleball clinics, as well as private and group lessons on Monday, Wednesday and Friday, and Mike offers private lessons Monday-Saturday. To schedule, email: michaeldolan7329@gmail.com and roycetennis@hotmail.com
GET SOCIAL: WEEKLY MEN’S TENNIS
Hit the courts early on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays at 8am for some casual social play with fellow members. To sign up, contact Steve Morte at stephen.morte@ verizon.net or Bennett Stewart at gbstewartiii@gmail.com.
& WED, DEC 17 | 11AM-1PM
HOLIDAY TENNIS SOCIAL
Join the fun at our Tennis Jingle & Mingle Social with Royce Silvan on Wednesday, December 17th from 11am-1pm!
We’ll hit the courts, men/women all levels. Followed by 1-2pm Social Happy Hour of light bites/member charge beer & wine bar!
Complimentary | Member Charge Bar Racquets Sports Attire | Fitness Center Courts
MIKE DOLAN Pickleball Pro
ROYCE SILVAN Tennis/Pickleball Pro
atherings at our River Park Pavilion make the most of our serene Lowcountry setting. With gorgeous views, our open-air covered pavilion is the ideal site for friendly gatherings, with double-sided
fireplace and casual seating, restrooms, and grill and prep area.
A wonderful spot to cool off following some morning kayaking, fishing from the dock, or afternoon paddleboarding. It’s also the perfect place to gather as
you get ready for a BHC Pontoon Boat outing.
Family-friendly and geared towards afternoon fun and relaxed evening get-togethers, we invite everyone to enjoy our River Park Pavilion!
CLUBHOUSE
Mike Blazer
843.815.8488
Chief Operating Officer, General Manager mblazer@berkeleyhallclub.com
Mary McGoldrick
843.815.8490
Director of People & Culture mmcgoldrick@berkeleyhallclub.com
ACCOUNTING
Rod Bullock
843.815.8405
Director of Finance rbullock@berkeleyhallclub.com
Taylor Craig
843.815.8953
Member Billing tcraig@berkeleyhallclub.com
ARB
Jennifer Johnson
843.815.8443
ARB Administrator jjohnson@berkeleyhallclub.com
MEMBER SERVICES
Alex Madeiros
843.815.8423
Director of Sales & Marketing amadeiros@berkeleyhallclub.com
Anne Feldman
843.815.8951
Director of Communications afeldman@berkeleyhallclub.com
Director of Fitness Operations mbakos@berkeleyhallclub.com
366 Good Hope Road • Bluffton, South Carolina 29909 BerkeleyHallClub.com
Clubhouse Dining
Join us for Club dining! Reminder: Club dining is not offered on Mondays. Light lunch fare will be served in both the Men’s and Ladies’ Locker Rooms. Please call Concierge Services at 843.815.8952 to make your reservations for Clubhouse Dining and all Special Events.
Verandah
Lunch
Tuesday-Saturday 11am-3pm Brunch Sunday 10am-3pm
Happy Hour Tuesday-Sunday 3-5pm
Dinner Tuesday-Thursday, Sun 5-8pm Friday-Saturday 5-8:30pm
Men’s Locker Room
Bar Service 11am-5pm Daily Lunch Fare 11am-3pm Daily
Ladies’ Locker Room
Bar Service 11am-5pm Daily Lunch Fare 11am-3pm Daily
