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page3 AGlimpseofClubEvents
page7 GettingtoKnow:JackieElam
page8 HundredAcreWineDinner
page9 Veteran’sDaySpotlight
page11 RacquetsCorner&TennisBall
page12 FatherSonNerfWars
page13 GolfTipsfromJustinJames
page15 HolidayArtShow
page16 FatherDaughterDance
page17 FitnessNews
page19 ThanksgivingatCarmel
page21 CWIBSpotlight
page23 GingerbreadDecorating
page24 Children’sChristmasParty
Raiseaglass,strikeapose,andstepintotheSanta Speakeasyatthisyear’sHolidayFormalon Saturday,December13! 1
page25 TheNutcracker
page26 ToysforTots&HolidayFoodDrive
page27 AnnualHolidayFormal
page28 HolidaysAreHereConcert
page29 BreakfastwithSanta&ChristmasBrunch
page30 WinterDayCamps
page31 BuildingtheFuture:Carmel’s1960sExpansion
page32 HolidayHours
page33 NewYear’sEvePlans
page34 CharlotteSymphony
page35 9Holers&18Holers
page36 MemberMoments
page39 TeamAnniversaries
page40 TeamSpotlights
NicoleGuy GeneralManager
As we approach the close of another wonderful year at Carmel, I want to take a moment to expressmyheartfeltgratitudefortheopportunitytoserveasyourGeneralManager Ithasbeen both an honor and a privilege to work alongside such an exceptional team and a membership communitythatcontinuallyinspireswithitspride,passion,andsenseofbelonging.
IampleasedtointroduceChrisHarriman,ournewDirectorofAgronomy Chrisbringsawealth of agronomic knowledge, leadership experience, and a genuine enthusiasm for course conditioningandenvironmentalstewardship Tohelpmembersgettoknowhimbetter,Chrishas launched a blog on our website where he shares insights on seasonal course updates, ongoing projects,andbehind-the-sceneseffortsthatkeepourgolfcourseinoutstandingcondition.
IamalsoexcitedtosharethatRyanDunnhasbeenpromotedtoClubhouseManager Ryan’sdedicationtoourmembership andhisdeepunderstandingofCarmel’soperationsmakehimaninvaluableassetashestepsintothisexpandedleadership role Pleasejoinmeincongratulatinghimonthiswell-deservedadvancement
Aswelookahead,theClubisbrimmingwithholidayfestivitiesforallagesfromelegantdiningeventsandfamilygatherings tofestivebrunchesandouralwayspopularNewYear’sEvecelebration.Thesemomentsofjoyandtogethernessarewhat makeCarmelsospecial,andIlookforwardtocelebratingtheseasonwitheachofyou.
Wishingyouandyourfamiliesajoyfulholidayseasonandawonderfulstarttothenewyear!
C l u b C o n t a c t s Club Contacts
GeneralManager-NicoleGuy (704)945-3309,nguy@carmelcountryclub.org ChiefFinancialOfficer-StephanieAnderson (704)945-3323,sanderson@carmelcountryclub.org DirectorofAgronomy-ChrisHarriman (704)945-3321,charriman@carmelcountryclub.org DirectorofCommunications&Membership-BrittanyWestLacik (704)808-5992,blacik@carmelcountryclub.org DirectorofGolf-JasonMills (704)945-3315,jmills@carmelcountrycluborg DirectorofFitness-StephenSefchick (704)945-3321,ssefchick@carmelcountrycluborg Safety&MemberServices:(704)904-3580
DirectorofRacquets-ClarkHowell (704)945-3314,chowell@carmelcountryclub.org ExecutiveChef-MichaelGottlieb (704)945-3312,mgottlieb@carmelcountryclub.org Accountant-AlexZhutin (704)945-3317,azhutin@carmelcountryclub.org
FrontDesk:(704)945-9630
GolfShop:(704)945-3300
TennisShop:(704)945-3301
GaslightGrill:(704)688-9214
PostMarket:(704)808-5957
1947Grill:(704)945-3334
FitnessCenter:(704)945-3330
PleasejoinusforaneveningwithUSGAChief ExecutiveOfficerMikeWhan Mikejoinedthe USGAasitseighthCEOonJuly1,2021,andhas sinceledtheorganizationinitsmissiontochampion andadvancethegameofgolfforyearstocome
ThefiresidechatwithGaryWilliamswillbea wonderfulopportunitytohearMike’svisionforthe USGAandourcollectiveroleinshapinganeven strongergameforfuturegenerationsofgolfers.
A G l i m p s e o f C l u b E v e n t s A Glimpse of Club Events
EmilyCole DirectorofEvents
Gosh,somememoriesweremadetheselastcoupleofmonths!Wehavebeenlovingthegoodnessaround here,thanksforjoiningus TheNovemberandDecembercalendarispackedwithalotofourclassic favoritesandmanywithsomenewtwists Therearealotofopportunitiesforsomecorememoriestobe made Ifyouhavethoughtsorideasforus,pleasereachout,we'realwaysthrilledtohearfromyou
HappyHolidaystoallofyou!
TopLeft:FrankRacanielloandGaryLaBrossestoppedforaphotobefore headingoutfortheOneDayMemberGuest.
MiddleLeft:NancyMcNelisandMelissaMcGuirewerereadyfortheOne DayMemberGuest.
TopRight:TheGivensfamilyjoinedusforCarmel’sBacktoSchoolDinn
MiddleRight:OurCarmeltweensenjoyedsomeDirtySodasandadance partyatTweenTakeover
BottomRight: RobertMiller,NadiaMillerandtheirguests,Stephaniean RussBlantongotanin-depthlessonofdifferenttunapreparationsat Couple’sCookingDemo
TopLeft:KevinFarley,LisaFarley,HenryBoweandJulianneBowehadtheperfectphotoop attheCouple’sClubChampionship.
MiddleLeft:OurCarmelwomendressedintheirbest80’sattireanddancedthenightaway atMomProm
MiddleLeft:ThankyoutoeveryonewhocameandpitchedinatourNorthCourseDivot Party!
BottomLeft:OurminimembersgotthechancetoholdallkindsofreptilesatReptileExpo!
TopMiddle:KyleSmigelandChrisDanielsenjoyingaperfecteveningatFamilyCampout
TopRight:MaryWhite,KellyValeriano,andJanatSchrammenjoyedalovelydayatthe9 HolersHarvestShotgun
MiddleRight:OliviaBurrell,AubreyAgnewandherfriendEmerson,andCatherine RaffertystoppedforaphotoaftersettinguptheirtentsatFamilyCampout
BottomRight:TheCarmelwomenservedupagreatnightattheWomen’sPickleballMixer!
TopLeft:EmilyAgnew,NadiaMeredith,JuliaRafferty,ChristineLockett,Keri Beach,LindseySmith,PaigeJonesandAndreaWhitmorepiledinforFamily CampOut.
MiddleLeft:DarrenSutton,BenSmith,andClayLockettenjoyedtheperfect SaturdayatDoggieDip&YappyHour
BottomLeft:GraceGibsonandfriendsfromMyersParkwenthead-to-headatthe firsteverTweenOlympics
TopMiddle:AllisonRobinsonandAngieUrbaniagrabbedtheirwhitedressesand joinedusforaeveningofsurprisesatDînerenBlanc
Middle:JenniferGeorgeandherpupplayedsomefetchinthepoolatDoggieDip &YappyHour
TopRight:TheDeOcasjoinedusforawonderfuleveningatDînerenBlanc
MiddleRight:TheHoffmanshadatailwaggingdayatDoggieDip&Yappy Hour!
BottomRight:WecheeredtothestartofadeliciousdinnerpairedwithChappellet Wine
TopLeft:BradVioletteandTomJacksonpreparedforagreatfirstdayofMember Guest!
MiddleLeft:MattWilliams,ShawnWilliamsandtheGibelssnappedaquickphoto beforemakingtheirentranceattheMemberGuestGala
LowerMiddleLeft:AgreatdayonthecourseforBenChesson,SteveBoland, JDKoestersandDavidNicholsduringtheMember-GuestTournament
BottomLeft:AperfecteveningforJimandChelseaRhodesattheMemberGuestGala
BottomMiddleLeft:AllsmilesfromtheEadesduringtheMember-GuestGala
TopRight:YoungwizardsenjoyedamagicaldayatHarryPotterCamp
MiddleRight:LovelyafternoonforAniBashian,MelissaGoodrich,andLauren MulliganattheMahjongLuncheon
MiddleLowerRight:Amagicaldayonthecourseforthe18-HolersduringtheirDisneythemedFallBall
BottomRight:BrianandCindyNicholsonenjoyedsomefinewineattheRuddEstate WineDinner
Introduceustoyourfamily!
MyhusbandOrbeandIjoinedCarmel in1962.I’vebeenamembernowfor63 years.Ihavethreechildren Johnny, Tammy and Rodney and they are all membersofCarmelaswell Iamblessed with eight grandchildren and seven greatgrandchildren
WhatmotivatedyoutojoinCarmel?
WiththearrivalofRodney,weoutgrew ourhouseinBeverlyWoodsandwent searching for a neighborhood near a golf course since Orbe and I both enjoyed playing Carmel was a perfect fitforus.Webuiltourhomein1969in MontibelloontheNorthCourse,hole #4now-wherecowsgrazedwherethe greenislocated.
What has changed the most about Carmelsinceyoujoined?
Oh my goodness, from Carmel’s humbling beginnings where the baby pool was enclosed with a chain length fence to a resort baby pool complete with slide and water fountains, from one golf course to the addition of the Southandthegorgeousrenovationsin ourbeautifulclubhouse
Getting To Know Getting To Know
JACKIE ELAM MEMBER SINCE 1962
WhatisoneofyourfavoriteCarmel memoriesortraditions?
I have so many wonderful memories over the years growing the junior golf program, playing on various tennis teams,beingamemberoftheWomen’s 18-Holers,chaperoningTeenNightsin the70's,playingBridge,beingaCarmel Pro Am scorer, Christmas Formals throughouttheyearsandallmyfamily celebrationsandweddingreceptions
What does a normal weekend look likeforyou?
Over the weekends I treasure my time spentwithfamily Theymayallcometo the house or I am out watching them play ballgames, golf tournaments, and dancerecitals.
What is something that people may notknowaboutyou?
IwasthefirstfemalefromRJReynolds High School to be named female basketballplayeroftheweek
Above: Jackie and her husband, Orbe, celebrated his 80th surprise birthdaypartyatCarmel.
What is your favorite menu item at theclub?
My go to is the roasted cauliflower, build your own salad, and the frozen lemonade Whatisonetipthatyouwouldgive tonewmembersjoiningCarmel? Takeadvantageofalltheopportunities Carmel has to offer. Carmel has and will always be my home away from home.For55years,I’velookedoutmy kitchen window every morning and enjoyed the view of the fairways, workers setting up the course and all the deer running up and down the fairways What a spectacular way to startaday!!
Left:Jackie celebratedher 90thbirthday atCarmelwith allofher friends, children, grandchildren andgreat grandchildren! 7
Wine Dinner
Thursday,November13
WestBallroom
6:00pm-8:00pm
$250/Member,$275/Guest
CocktailAttire,JacketsRequiredforMen
JoinusforanunforgettablenightcelebratingthelegendarywinesofHundred Acre,oneofNapaValley’smostreveredandmeticulouslycraftedcultwineries. Thisexclusivedinnerwillfeatureacuratedmulti-coursemenuexpertlypaired withrareandlimited-releasevintagesfromHundredAcre,showcasingthe winery’ssignatureprecisionandelegance.Eachcoursewillbeajourneythrough thestory,terroir,andphilosophybehindHundredAcre’siconiclabels.
Wednesday,November12& Wednesday,December10
5:00pm-8:30pm 1947Gallery ReservationsRequired
Getreadyforanevening offreshflavorsasthe1947 Gallerytransformsintoits veryownpop-upsushi restaurant!
Menu
TunaTartare
Soy-SoakedSalmonBelly CarmelRoll
YellowfinTuna,JapaneseWagyu Beef,Cucumber,Avocado SpicyTunaRoll
TempuraLobster
ShrimpTempuraRoll
Sides:Edamame,Carrot GingerSalad,FriedRice, YakameinNoodles andmore!
Honoring Our V
Richard H Shober Lieutenant, U S Navy 1951 - 1955
Randy Austin Colonel, U S Marine Corps 1958 - 1986
James Cotton SPC3, U S Army 1955 - 1958
SP na Army National Guard 1969 - 1975
Nick Ivanoff Captain, U S Arm 1962 - 1967
Mike Wilkinson U S Army 1961-1963
Gordon Burns Captain, U S Air Force 1966 - 1971
Charles H Wunner 1st Lieutenant, U S Army Engineer Corps 1964 - 1966
Philip Murray U S Air Force 1976 - 1980
An k Major, U S Air Force Medical Corps 1979 - 1993
John Russo Lieutenant, U S Navy 1966 - 1971
Drew Riolo Captain, U S Air Force 1969 - 1979
Jeffrey Kneisl Commander, U S Navy Reserve 1977 - 1989
Ken Gacevich Lieutenant, U S Navy 1986 - 1991
Gary Green Lieutenant, U S Navy 1988 - 1994 S ce 1991 - 1994
This Veteran’s Day, we pause to honor and celebrate our Carmel members and team members who have served our country. We are forever grateful for their courage, sacrifice, and the example they set for us all
Tim Richards Captain, U.S. Army Medical/Dental Corps 1966 - 1972
Edward Schlicksup Captain, U.S. Air Force 1968 - 1972
Paul Reichs Captain, U S Marine Corps 1967 - 1970
Jeff Howell E-5, U.S. Navy 1968 - 1974
Samuel Randall E-5, U.S. Navy 1968 - 1972
Robert Brice Miller U.S. Marine Corps 1968 - 1973
Shad Rafferty SPC5, U.S. Army 1969 - 1970
James Brannon E-5, U S Army 1969 - 1971
Troy Kellogg AN, U S Navy 1991 - 1999
Timothy Hunt Captain, U S Air Force 1991 - 1996
Dave Brown Captain, U S Army 1996 - 2004
Pepe Porrata Lieutenant, U S Navy 1992 - 1998
Stephen Shelley Chief Petty Officer, U S Coast Guard 2004 - 2024 Commander, U.S. Navy 1967 - 1992
Hector M Rodriguez III Sergeant First Class, U S Army 2001 - 2021
Chris Nagel Captain, U S Marine Corps 2001 - 2010 Specialist, U S Army 2009 - 2013
RacquetsCorner
ClarkHowell DirectorofRacquets
Join us for our favorite event of the year— Tennis Ball! This year will be College Gameday inspired so put on your favorite school/team colors and grab your best doubles partner for a fun weekend! This event is designed for all levels to enjoy and is a great way to celebrate another awesome year on the courts at Carmel. All players are welcome to bring their spouse to the Thursday night kickoff party where we will reveal the groupings for Friday. The weekend will be filled with men and women’s doubles group play followed by flight play on Saturday to determine who will make the shootout in the afternoon!
Tennis Ball
College Gameday
Thursday, November 13: Kickoff Party at 6:30pm - 9:30pm
Friday, November 14: Play Begins at 8:00am, Lunch at 12:00pm, Dinner at 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Saturday, November 15: Breakfast at 7:30am - 10:00am, Lunch at 12:00pm - 2:00pm, Shootout
$300/Member, $550/Member Couple
Enjoy a kickoff party on Thursday night to reveal the flights for the weekend, followed by women's matches on Friday morning and men's matches in the late afternoon, with dinner on the Tennis Lawn. Saturday will begin with group play in the morning for both men and women followed by lunch and finishing with the Championship Shootout! Remember that registration must be done in pairs, not as singles.
father son NERF WAR
Sunday,November16
2:00pm-4:00pm
TennisLawn
$25/AdultMember,$35/AdultGuest
$15/ChildMember(Ages5+),
$25/ChildGuest(Ages5+)
Ages5andUp
AthleticAttire
Dodge,diveandbattleitoutatourFatherSonNerfWar,becausethisoneisfortheboys! Bringyourbestaim,yourfavoriteNerfblaster,andbereadytoclaimyourbraggingrights! Nerfequipmentprovided,butyouaremorethanwelcometobringyourownNerfgear.Alunch buffetwillbeavailable,aswellasamember-signbar.
RegistrationopensonOctober16at10:00amandguestsarewelcome!
Mom’sMorningOut
Saturday,November29
9:00am-12:00pm
PresidentsRoom
$35/Member,$45/Guest Ages4-11
GiveyourselfabreakandtreatyourchildrentoacreativeadventureatourMom’sMorningOut!Childrenwill diveintotheirimaginationsastheycraftandillustratetheirveryownstories. Eachchild’stalewillbecompiled intoaCarmelChildren’sbook,andallattendeeswillreceivetheirowncopiestotakehome!
AparentmuststayonCarmelpropertyforthedurationofthisevent. RegistrationopensonOctober29at10:00amandguestsarewelcome!
Golf Tips
5 Golf Fitness Mistakes You Can Avoid
JustinJames DirectorofDistance
EXCESS VOLUME
Golfers often think more is better; more distance, more equipment, more practice, more repetitions However, many are constantly operating at a diminishedcapacitybecauseofoveruse Asyoumatureinyourtraining,you’ll actuallyneedfewersetsandreps,becausetheintent,quality,andeffectivenessof each repetition increase with experience A solid program is about finding fundamentalmovementsthatworkforyouandstickingtothem.
TOO MUCH SPEED, TOO EARLY
WhileI’manadvocateofspeedtraining,ithastobedoneproperlyandwithpurpose.Mostgolfers aren’tphysicallyreadyforsystemslikeStackorSuperspeed theyfirstneedtomovefunctionallyina golfpattern.Buildingthatfoundationnotonlyproducesbetterresultsbutalsolowersinjuryriskand supportslong-termperformance.
TOO MUCH FLEXIBILITY WORK
Thosewhoconsistentlystretchwithoutanystrengthworkrisklosingforceproduction,andthusclub head speed, stability, and power Functional movement is our top priority, but skipping strength trainingcanshortenyourgolfcareersignificantly Youdon’tneedtotrainlikeabodybuilder,butyou doneedtocontrolyourbodyweight,maintainbalanceandstabilityingolfposture,andbuildenough strengthtohandletheclubeffectively
CARDIOVASCULAR WORK AT THE EXPENSE OF POWER
Golfisarotaryballisticsport,notanendurancesport Whilecardioisgoodforoverallhealth,itisn’t going to help your golf as much as a properly performed medicine ball throw, hip hinge or jump would Withthisinmind,wewanttomakespaceforstrengthandpowertrainingandorganizeour sessionsinawaythatmeetsandmimicsthephysicaldemandsofgolf Ifyourcardiovascularworkis inhibitingordiminishingyourpowertraining,itmaybetimetoscalebacktheenduranceandlevelup explosivework
WANT TO IMPROVE YOUR DISTANCE?
Scantobookalesson withJustinJames!
Justin took the stage as he played in this year ’ s World Long Drive Championship on September 26 - September 27 at Bigfoot Turf Farm in La Salle, Colorado.
Women’s101
GolfClinics
November12-December10
Wednesdays,1:00pm-2:00pm
$200/5-WeekProgram
Curiousaboutgolfbutnotsurewhereto start?JoinusforGolf101!Thisfive-week class meets every Wednesday and is the perfect way to dip your toes into the game.Eachweekwe’llcoveranewtopic, keepingthingssimple,fun,andbeginner friendly. Clubs are encouraged if you havethembutnotrequired.
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Women’sFall
GolfClinics
November13-December20
ThursdaysorSaturdays,1:00pm-2:00pm
$40/Clinic
Stay sharp this winter and build confidence in your game! Join us for a funandsupportiveclinicseriesdesigned just for female golfers of all levels Each one-hour session will cover a different topic ranging from full swing fundamentalstoshortgameskills.Thisis a great way to improve your game, stay active through the off-season, and connectwithothergolfers Clinicsarelimitedto8students
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TheGobbler
Saturday,November22
EntryFee:$95/Player IncludesFood,Prizes,Carts
Format:4PersonShamble-Eachplayer willteeoff.Theteamwillselectthebest drive,thenplayBestBallfromthere Lowestscoreoutofthegrouponeach holewillcount Gross&Netsameball cancountforboth.
GuestsavailabletoregisteronOctober22
ScheduleofEvents
8:00am:DrivingRangeOpens
9:00am:Breakfast-GrandBallroom
11:00am:ShotgunStart-NorthCourse
AfterPlay:Awards&Horsd’oeuvresGrandBallroom
Holiday Art Show
Wednesday,November19
6:00pm-8:00pm GrandBallroom Complimentary CountryClubCasual
Join us for an evening celebrating creativity, expression, and CarmeltalentattheHolidayArtShow.Thiseventwillfeaturea diverse collection of artwork created by Carmel’s very own artists Thisistheperfectchancetopickupsomeearlyholiday gifts for your loved ones! Enjoy light refreshments and drinks availablebymembersignature.
Ifyouareinterestedin exhibitingyourartorcrafts, pleasecontactEmilyColeat ecole@carmelcountryclub.org byFriday,November14,and submitanautobiographyand photoofyourartwork.
Anysaleofartandcraftsis exclusivelybetweenmembers
Leggings by Diana Fuller
Paintings by Laura Quillin
Artwork by Judy Morganthall
Painting by Julie Cowman
Photography by Aiden McAvinchey
Artwork by Dawn Whitmore
Artwork by Nancy Chipman
FatherDaughterDance AKnightwithYourPrincess
Friday, November 21
5:30pm - 8:30pm Grand Ballroom and Lounge
$45/Adult Member
$55/Adult Guest
$35/Child Member (Ages 4 - 11)
$45/Child Guest (Ages 4 - 11)
3 & Under Complimentary Princess Dresses and Semi Formal
Hear ye, hear ye! All noble fathers and their royal daughters are invited to an enchanting evening at A Knight with Your Princess a magical dance where chivalry and charm come to life. Dads and daughters will enjoy music, dancing, sweet treats, and special photo moments. Dress in your royal best and prepare for a night of memories fit for a king and his princess!
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byTravisGerrald
LOOSEN UP
Why Foam Rolling Is a Game-Changer
Foam rolling has quickly become one of the most effective and accessiblewaystotakecareofyourbody,whetheryou’reatennis player, golfer, or simply someone who wants to move without stiffnessanddiscomfort.Byusingyourownbodyweightanda foam roller, you can release tension in tight muscles, improve circulation, and restore mobility to areas that often feel sore or restricted.Thinkofitasawaytomanageyoursymptomsonyour own,decreasingtheriskofpainfulflareupswhenyouractivity levelincreases.
Oneofthegreatestbenefitsoffoamrollingispainandsymptom management Many people experience recurring aches in the neck,back,shoulders,orhipsfromprolongedsitting,exercising, or playing their favorite sport repetitively Foam rolling helps breakup“knots”inthemusclesandfascia,theconnectivetissue that surrounds them, which can reduce discomfort and restore ease of motion Over time, regular use can decrease stiffness, decreasepain,andevensupportquickerrecoveryfromactivity
UpperBodyFoamRoller Self-ReleaseWorkshop
Thursday,November20 LargeGroupExerciseStudio 7:30am-8:30am $15/Members&Guests
Doyoufindyourselfrollingbackand forthonyourfoamrollerortennisball wishingawayyourmuscletightness? JoinTravisGerrald,ourresidentphysical therapist,asheteachesyouhowtobevery specificwithyourfoamroller. Hewill alsogifteachpersonapinkyballtouseon yourmorespecificareasofneed!
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JazzBurn Wednesday,November5 5:30pm-6:30pm $15/Members&Guests
JazzBurncombinesthepowerofafull-bodyfitnessclasswiththeartistryofjazzdance In eachsession,you’llmovethroughadynamicwarm-up,across-the-floorexercises,andjazzinspireddancecombinations,pairedwithconditioningelementstobuildstrengthand stamina.Thisclassisdesignedtoimproveposture,flexibility,coordination,and cardiovascularenduranceallwhilekeepingthespiritofdanceatthecenter.Nopriordance experienceisrequired,justbringyourenergyandbereadytomove!
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Daysof Sweatmas
Whetheryou'reaseasonedgymelforjustlookingtostayactivebetweencookiebatches,thisfitnesschallengeisdesigned tokeepyourspirits(andheartrate)high.Eachdayhasaworkouteventthatblendsfestivefunwithserioussweat.
December1
ComplimentaryCircuitClass 9:30am-10:30am
December4
Complimentaryinjuryscreening withourphysicaltherapist TravisGerrald *RegistrationRequired
December9
Bringafriendwithyoutoany groupexerciseclasswitha complimentaryguestday!
December12
Complimentaryassistedstretching *RegistrationRequired
December2
Bringaguesttojoinyouforyour personaltrainingsessionatno additionalcost!
December5
ComplimentaryYogaClass 8:15am-9:15am
December10
Bringaguesttojoinyouforyour personaltrainingsessionatno additionalcost!
December3 Sweatitoutinyourbesttacky holidaysweater!
December8
ReindeerCircuit Pickupyourworkoutatthe FrontDesk!
December11 ComplimentaryForeverFitClass 11:00am-11:45am
December15 TechnoGymCheckUpDay
December16 TechnoGymAppMovergyIndex Challenge
Thanksgiving To Go
Turkey Bingo
Tuesday,November11|5:30pm-7:30pm|GrandBallroom
$35/AdultMember,$45/AdultGuest,$25/ChildMember(Ages4-11),$35/ChildGuest(Ages4-11) CountryClubCasual
Celebratetheseasonwithfestivefunandcommunityspirit!Adinnerbuffetwillbeservedat5:30pm,followedbybingoat 6:15pm.Bringalongcannedgoodsforourfooddriveandboostyourchancestowin every2itemsdonatedearnsyouanextra bingoboard.Plus,youmightjusttakehomeasurprise-filledmysterybag!
Includesdinnerandonebingoboard Drinksareavailablebymembersignature
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Turkey Trot
Thursday,November27|7:30am-CheckIn|8:00am-RaceStartsonCourse Complimentary AthleticWear
GatheryourflockandjoinusforourannualTurkeyDaytradition Allrunningandwalkinglevelsareinvitedtoparticipatein thisredesignedracethatwilltakeyouona3.1-milejourneythroughoutthegolfcourse.Thisyear’sracewillfeatureracing shirts,participationmedals,topperformerawards,andagrabandgobreakfast. Toguaranteeyourshirtsize,pleaseregisterbyNovember6.
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Thanksgiving Brunch
Thursday,November27|11:00am,12:00pmand1:00pmSeatings|Clubhouse&1947Grill
$58/AdultMember,$68/AdultGuest,$38/ChildMember(Ages4-11),$48/ChildGuest(Ages4-11)
Children3&UnderComplimentary FestiveSundayBest,JacketsRequiredforMen
CelebratetheseasonofgratitudewithafestiveThanksgivingBrunch!ExecutiveChefMichaelGottliebandhisculinary teamlookforwardtopresentingaspectacularspreadfulloftheclassicfavoritesthataresuretofillyouup.Welook forwardtosharingthisspecialtimewithyouandyourlovedones! RegistrationopensonOctober28at10:00amandguestsarewelcome.
Thanksgiving To Go
HummuswithRoastedVegetables, Tahini,Pita
ShrimpCocktailwith TraditionalAccompaniments
Servedwithbrownbuttercrackersor assortedchips. PimentoCheese
Endive,GoatCheese,Truffle HoneyVinaigrette,Pistachio Greens,ChampagneVinaigrette, Radish,Carrot,ToastedGrains, TraditionalCaesarSalad
Gruyere&LeekTart
WildMushroomTart
GreenCurryPhyllo
BaconWrappedGoatCheese
StuffedDates
Macaroni&CheeseFritter
CrabCakeRemoulade
ChickenSatay,PeanutDipping
To place your order, simply call the Front Desk at (704) 945-9630 or scan the QR code below Orders can be placed November 3 - November 21 at 12:00pm Orders will be available for pick up on November 25 and November 26 from 10:00am - 5:00pm
Servedwithlettuce,tomato,brioche pullmanandaselectionofcondiments.
RoastedVegetableSalad
EggSalad
ShrimpRemouladeSalad
MediterraneanTunaSalad
Slow Roasted Turkey
Honey Baked Ham
Leg of Lamb
Shrimp & Grits
Roasted Salmon
Crab Cakes (8 3 oz. cakes)
Prime Rib of Beef
Roasted Beef Tenderloin
Pudding with Chantilly
Apple, Sausage & Herb Dressing
Roasted Fall Squash with Brown
Sugar Butter & Sage
Sweet Potato Casserole with Candied Pecans & Marshmallow
Creamed Corn
Steamed String Beans
Macaroni & Cheese
Broccoli Gratin
Potatoes Au Gratin
Parker House Rolls (1 Dozen)
Brown Gravy (1 Quart)
Attorney
Tellusaboutyourfamily!
MyhusbandisErikLincoln,whoisalsoan attorney and practices in business transactions and tax. We have two daughters, Mikayla (27) and Brooke (24) Mikaylaiscurrentlyworkingasaparalegal here in Charlotte, and Brooke is in her second year of medical school at Drexel University in Philadelphia Our dog is Maverick, a wonderfully sweet 77-pound goldendoodle AndIwouldberemissnot to mention our grand-dog, Jinx, who is a rambunctiousandcomicallabradoodle
Sharealittleaboutyourcareerpath:
I have been a trial lawyer from the day I passedthebar.Ispendthemajorityofmy professional time defending doctors in medical malpractice cases and other civil issuesaffectingtheirpractices.Sixteenyears agoonOctober1,Istartedalawfirmwith my law partner, Tricia Derr We built the firm from just the two of us and one paralegaltoitscurrentsizeof10lawyers,4 paralegals, a legal nurse consultant, and supportstaff
What advice has been most helpful to youinaprofessionalsetting?
Just working hard is not enough to promote yourself People need to like and respect you for you to advance in your career. As lawyers who go to court regularly, our reputation with judges and opposingcounselisextremelyimportant.I wantthejudgeandmyopposinglawyerto knowthatIamhonest,forthright,andwill workharderthananyoneelsetowinacase.
Do you have any favorite leadership or personaldevelopmentbooks?
IloveSimonSinek’sbookStartwithWhy I also love all things Mel Robbins and BreneBrown
OnaFridayafternoonorevening,where canwefindyou?
Hopefully playing a little golf to wind downtheweek.
Whatisyourfavoritepartaboutbeinga memberofCarmelWomeninBusiness? Iwassoexcitedwhenthisgroupstarted.I had talked with other women at Carmel (Nancy McNelis, you know I am talking about you!) for years about creating a groupherebutneverhadthetimetofocus onit Itiswonderfultogettoknowsucha greatgroupofprofessionalsandbeableto expandmynetworkwithinCarmel
FairPlayYourWay: LighteningYourMentalLoad PresentedbyCarmelWomen inBusiness
Thursday,November13 Networking&Breakfast 8:00am-8:30am Presentation 8:30am-9:30am
$20/Members&Guests BusinessCasualAttire
Ifyou’redrowningathome,it’s toughtoshowupfullyanywhere else Thisinteractivesessionwith leadershipcoachMeganSpivey willshinealightontheinvisible andmentalloadweallcarryand armyouwithpracticaltoolsto manageitbetterathomeandat work
Clickheretoregister!
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Upcoming Women's Events Upcoming Women's Events
Christmas Bridge Christmas Bridge
Thursday,December11 | 10:00am-2:00pm
GrandBallroom
$25/Member,$30/Guest CountryClubCasual
GatheryourcardsandyourholidayspiritforourannualChristmasBridgefilledwithfun,friendship,andalittle friendlycompetition!Whetheryou'reaseasonedplayerorjustinitforthelaughs,thisisaperfectwaytocelebrate theseasonwithfellowbridgelovers Lightrefreshmentsandholidaycheerincluded!
RegistrationopensonNovember11at10:00amandguestsarewelcome
Women's Holiday Luncheon Women's Holiday Luncheon
Tuesday,December16 | 11:30am-2:00pm
WestBallroom
$40/Member,$50/Guest HolidayCasual
Thegoodnessoftheholidayseasoncangetlostinthecrazinessofitall.Letthisbeanopportunitytochangethat! Takeamomenttopauseandcelebratetheseasontogetheratthiselegantluncheonexclusivelyforwomen.Enjoya lunchbuffetmeanttohelpyouslowdownandhonorthefriendshipsthatliftusupallyearlong.
RegistrationopensonNovember18at10:00amandguestsarewelcome.
Thursday,December18 | 10:00am-2:00pm
GrandBallroom
$25/Member,$30/Guest CountryClubCasual
Gatheryourgirlfriendsandjoinusforafestiveafternoonofmahjong,laughter,andlunch!AllCarmelwomenand theirguestsarewelcome,sobringyourfavoriteplayingpartnersandcelebratetheseasoninstyle Enjoygreat company,adeliciouslunch,andalittleholidaysparkle!
RegistrationopensonNovember18at10:00amandguestsarewelcome
GINGERBREAD DECORATING
Sunday,November30-1:00pm,3:00pm&5:00pmand Tuesday,December2-4:30pm&6:30pm
$40/AdultMember,$50/AdultGuest,$30/ChildMember(Ages4-11),$40/ChildGuest(Ages4-11)
$55/House
FestiveHolidayAttireorCountryClubCasual
GetintotheholidayspiritatourbelovedGingerbreadDecoratingEvent!Gatherwithfriendsandfamilyforafestivebrunch, followedbyourfan-favoritegingerbreaddecorating Whetheryou’reareturningguestorjoiningusforthefirsttime,thisclassic daypromisessweetmemories,deliciousfood,andhands-onfunforallages.
RegistrationopensonOctober30&November2andguestsarewelcome!
ADULTGINGERBREADDECORATING
Sunday,November30
1947Grill
5:00pm-7:00pm
$30/Member,$40/Guest
$55/House
FestiveHolidayAttireorCountryClubCasual
Joinusforaspiritedandadult-focusedeveningofgingerbreaddecorating Nochildrenallowed,justpurefestivefunfor theadults Enjoyheavyhorsd'oeuvres,greatcompany,andadashoffriendlyrivalryasyoucompetetocraftthemost impressivegingerbreadcreation.
RegistrationopensonNovember1at10:00amandguestsarewelcome!
Children’sChristmasParty
Tuesday,December9
Clubhouse
5:00pm-8:00pm
$55/AdultMember,$65/AdultGuest
$30/ChildMember(Ages4-11),$40/ChildGuest(Ages4-11)
Under3Complimentary
FestiveHolidayAttireorCountryClubCasual
Youareinstoreforanightfullofholidaymagic!Whetheryou'redancingwithelvesorwhisperingwishesto Santa,thisisanightyourfamilywon’tforget! Thismagicalnightincludesinflatables&carnival-stylegames,holidaycrafts,facepainting&balloontwisting,a liveDJ,atrainridethroughourwinterwonderland,visitsfromSanta’sElvesandSantahimself,aswellasa deliciouschild-friendlydinner&desserts!
RegistrationopensonNovember7at10:00amandguestsarewelcome!
DearSanta,
Don’tmissoutonwritingyourletterstoSantathisholidayseason!
StopbytheGaslightGrillanytimebetweenSunday,November30and Sunday,December14tosendyourletterstotheNorthPole
Santa’sSchedule
Sunday,November30
GingerbreadDecorating
Tuesday,December2
GingerbreadDecorating
Tuesday,December9
Children’sChristmasParty
Saturday,December20
BreakfastwithSanta
Sunday,December21
ChristmasBrunch
THE NUTCRACKER
Wednesday,December10
GrandBallroom
5:30pm-7:30pm
$50/Member,$60/Guest
$35/ChildMember(Ages4-11),$45/ChildGuest(Ages4-11)
Under3Complimentary FestiveCocktailWear,JacketsRequiredforMen
Experiencethemagicoftheseasonwithaspecial abbreviatedperformanceofTheNutcrackerbythe talentedCharlotteYouthBallet.Photoswiththedancers willbeavailableaftertheshow,addinganextrasprinkleof holidaycheer.
Amember-signbarwillbeavailable,alongwithheavy horsd’oeuvres.
RegsitrationopensonNovember10at 10:00amandguestsarewelcome!
ToysforTotsDrive
November1-December7
Thankyoutoeveryonewhohelpedusdonate over1,000toyslastyear!
SecondHarvestFoodDrive
November1-December21
We’re honored to support the Second Harvest FoodBankofMetrolinaonceagainthisholiday season To help provide meals for families in need,we’llbecollectingcannedgoodsandnonperishableitemsonly.
We’reproudtosupportToysforTotsagain thisholidayseason!Thisyear,we’reaimingfor agoalof1,000ormoretoystohelpbringjoy tochildreninneed.
The toy drive will run from Saturday, November 1 through Sunday, December 7. Collectionboxeswillbeplacedinthelowerlevel lobby, and every donation will help ensure each toy finds its way to a deserving childintimefortheholidays!
Collectionboxeswillbeplacedinthelower-levellobbyfromSaturday,November1,through Sunday,December21,withaspecialpickupscheduledbeforeThanksgiving.Everydonation, big or small, makes a real difference. Please consider adding an extra item or two to your grocerycartandhelpusmaketheseasonbrighterforourneighborsinneed.
HOLIDAY FORMAL
7:00PM - 11:00PM
$190/Member FormalAttire
Intertwinetraditionandtheenergeticcelebrationyouknowand loveatthisyear’snewandimprovedChristmasFormal.
Whetheryouchoosetheplateddinneroptionorthestrolling celebration,you’llexperienceanightofelegance,festivecheer, andholidaycelebration!
PlatedDinnerExperience inthe1947Grill
Enjoyaplatedfourcourse dinnerinthe1947Grill from7:00pm-9:00pm.
Afterdinner,joinusfor dancingandmoreinthe WestandGrandBallrooms.
StrollingCelebrationExperience (FoodStations)
Forthosewhowantamore socialatmosphere,food stationswillbeavailableto enjoythefestivitiesavailable throughouttheClubhousefor theentireevening.
RegistrationopensonNovember13at10:00amandthiseventislimitedtomembersonly.
HolidaysAreHereConcert
Wednesday,December17 GrandBallroom
6:00pm-CocktailsbyMemberSignature,6:45pm-ShowBegins
$63/Member,$73/Guest FestiveCocktailAttire
RingintheseasonwithoneofCarmel’smostbelovedtraditions theHolidaysAreHereConcert! Thisjoyfuleveningbeginswithcocktailsandconversation,followedbyaspiritedperformancethat’ssuretospark yourholidaycheer.
FeaturingCarmel’sownMarthaBartz,alongwithJohnDooley,Dr.MoryOrtman,andShannonKesslerDooley, thislivelyeveningofsongandlaughterwillhaveyoutappingyourfeettoholidayfavoriteswhileenjoyingafestive appetizerspread.
MarthaBartzisan accomplishedandversatile vocalistwhohasperformedin venueslikeCarnegieHalland theCathedralofSt.Johnthe DivineinNewYorkCity. JohnDooleycanbeheardon the2019GrammyAward winningrecordingofFantastic Mr.FoxandjoinedtheNew YorkPhilharmonic,Livefrom LincolnCenterproductionof Carousel
ShannonKesslerDooleyisknown forherlyricismandexpressiveness. Mostrecently,shewasVioletta withtheFirstCoastOpera,and MusettawiththeNorthCarolina Operaandwasformerlyonthe rosteroftheMetropolitanOpera
Dr MoryOrtmanworksasa collaborativeartistandcoachin thegreaterNewYorkCityarea. Dr.Ortmanperformsin prestigiousvenueswithhighlevel classicalmusicians
Breakfast with Santa and Friends
Saturday, December 20
9:00am, 10:00am and 11:00am Seatings
Grand Ballroom & 1947 Grill
$40/Adult Member, $50/Adult Guest
$25/Child Member (Ages 4 - 11), $35/Child Guest (Ages 4 - 11)
$18/Christmas Plushie
3 & Under Complimentary
Festive Country Club Casual
Registration opens on November 20 at 10:00am and guests are welcome to attend!
Santa is coming to Carmel, and he is bringing his friends! Before we fill Santa’s belly with cookies on Christmas Eve, fill your belly with a delicious breakfast buffet and capture some special memories of your little ones as they meet with Santa and all of his friends from the North Pole! New this year, we’re adding a festive Plushie Station from 9:30am - 1:30pm, available for an additional cost, where our mini members can choose their very own Christmas plushies to customize and take home as a keepsake.
Christmas Brunch
Sunday, December 21 Clubhouse
Registration opens on November 22 at 10:00am and this event is limited to four family guests.
10:00am, 11:00am, 12:00pm, 1:00pm and 2:00pm Seatings
$58/Adult Member, $68/Adult Guest
$29/Child Member (Ages 4 - 11), $39/Child Guest (Ages 4 - 11) Children 3 & Under Complimentary
Festive Sunday Best
Jackets Required for Men (Ages 12 & Up)
Our Christmas Brunch is a beloved holiday tradition and the perfect way to celebrate with family and friends before the big day. Indulge in Carmel favorites like a seafood display, charcuterie, bagels and lox, quiche, eggs and crab cake benedict, a made-to-order omelet station, honey-glazed ham, prime rib, dessert tables, and more We will have plenty of holiday crafts to keep the little ones busy, and of course, the day wouldn’t be complete without Santa!
bigadventures bright holidays
Noschool?Noproblem!We’velinedupsixdaysofholidayfuninNovemberandDecember tokeepourminimembersmoving,playing,andlaughingwithfriends.
SurvivorDayCamp
Tuesday,November25
9:00am-4:00pm $85/Member,$95/Guest
Stepintotheadventurewithadayfull ofSurvivor-stylechallenges, teamwork,andfuncompetition! Camperswillform“tribes,”testtheir skillsinobstaclecourses,puzzles,and outdoorgames,andseewhocan outwit,outplay,andoutlast.
RegistrationopensonOctober26at 10:00amandguestsarewelcome.
TurkeyDayCamp
Wednesday,November26
9:00am-4:00pm $85/Member,$95/Guest
Getreadyforafun-filledTurkeyDay CampthisThanksgivingseason! Childrenwillenjoygames,crafts,and activitiesallthemedaroundfalland Thanksgivingtraditions Fromturkey craftstoharvest-themedchallenges, camperswillstayactiveandcreative whilemakingnewfriends
RegistrationopensonOctober26at 10:00amandguestsarewelcome
ReindeerGamesTennisCamp
Tuesday,December23& Wednesday,December24
9:00am-12:00pm
$35/Member,$40/Guest
Joinusforthisfuntenniscampduring theholidayseasonthataimstogetyour childrenonthecourtandgiveparents lastminuteshoppingtime!
RegistrationopensonNovember15at 10:00amandguestsarewelcome.
ActivitiesDayCamp
Monday,December29
9:00am-4:00pm
$85/Member,$95/Guest
Joinusforanaction-packedActivities DayCampfilledwithgames,crafts, andexcitingchallenges!Camperswill rotatethroughavarietyofactivities designedtosparkcreativity, teamwork,andfun Withsomething newaroundeverycorner,children willstayactiveandengagedallday long
RegistrationopensonNovember11at 10:00amandguestsarewelcome
WinterDayCamp
Tuesday,December30
9:00am-4:00pm
$85/Member,$95/Guest
Bundleupforadayoffrostyfunatour WinterDayCamp!Kidswillenjoy seasonalgames,creativecrafts,and festiveactivitiesthatcelebratethemagic ofwinter.Fromsnow-themed challengestocozyindoorprojects, there’ssomethingforeveryonetoenjoy.
RegistrationopensonNovember11at 10:00amandguestsarewelcome.
‘TistheSeason
forManners
Thisholidayseasonisthe perfecttimetotalkwithyour childrenaboutsettingagood exampleatourclubevents
Remindthemtobepolite, walkwhileindoors,andkeep theirfunfrominterfering withothers’enjoymentsowe canallcelebratetogetherin theholidayspirit!
BUILDING THE FUTURE
CaitiLieberman Communications& MembershipCoordinator
By the early 1960s, Carmel’s clubhouse, though beloved, was too small for a growing and ambitious membership. As board leader Ben Britton put it, “We neededabuildinglargeenoughfor theclubtogrow.”
Financingthenewfacilityrequired creativity: loans, bonds, property sales,duesincreases,andinitiation
fees from 49 new members Still short of funds, the board secureda$750,000loanfromtheLifeInsuranceCompanyof Virginia, whose executives admitted golf clubs weren’t their usual investment but Carmel’s strong membership and promisingfuturemadeitfeelright
ArchitectCharlesConnellydesignedastructuremeanttoserve “futuregenerations,notjustthecurrentmembership.”Though ill during construction, Connelly admired the nearly finished buildingwithpride.LaxtonConstructioncarriedouthisvision, while designer Reginald Styers completed the interiors When askedwhytheballroomseemedsomuted,hefamouslyreplied: “Youdonotprovidecolorintheballroom Theladiesdothat” And indeed, the ladies did just that when the new clubhouse officially opened on November 3, 1967 With vibrant gowns filling the ballroom and excitement buzzing through the halls, memberscelebratedafacilitythatwaseverythingtheyhadhoped for agrandClubhousetheycouldtrulygrowinto.
Thisexpansionwasonlythebeginning.Soon,Carmelwouldadd anewgolfcourseasthesecondphaseofitsboldvisionforthe future
JANUARY SAVE THE DATE
VeteransDay
GaslightGrill-11:00am-9:00pm
PostMarket-6:00am-9:00pm
1947Grill-5:00pm-9:00pm
Fitness-5:30am-8:30pm
TennisShop-8:00am-7:00pm
GolfShop-8:00am-5:30pm
Range&ShortGame-8:00am-5:30pm
H o l i d a y H o u r s H o l i d a y H o u r s
NEW YEAR’S EVE DINNER NEW YEAR’S EVE DINNER
Wednesday,December31
1947Grill
Reservationsinthe1947GrillBeginningat5:00pm LimitedMenuPricing FestiveCocktailAttire,JacketsRequiredforMen
Let’scloseout2025withonelasthurrah!Celebratethefinalnightoftheyearwithan upscalediningexperienceinthewarm,intimatesettingofthe1947Grill.Thisspecial eveningfeaturesalimited,chef-curatedmenudesignedtodelight,makingittheperfectway totoasttothememoriesof2025andwelcomethepromiseofthenewyear.
Ringinthenewyearwiththerestofthemembershipduringourfireworksshowat8:30pm.
Diningreservationscannowbemadeinthe1947GrillfortheNewYear’sEveDinner. Reservationsarestronglyencouragedasseatingislimited.
Wednesday,December31
Clubhouse
6:00pm-9:00pm;8:30pmFireworksShow $55/Member,$65/Guest
$35/ChildMember(Ages4-11),$45/ChildGuest(Ages4-11) Children3&UnderComplimentary FestiveCountryClubCasual
We’rebringingtheexcitement,energyandcelebrationtothecloseof2025.Thisfamilyfriendlybashhasallthevibesofacelebratoryfestivalwithsomethingforeveryone.The fireworksshowwillbeginat8:30pm.Welookforwardtocelebratingwithyou!
RegistrationopensonNovember29at10:00amandguestsarewelcome!
Charlotte Symphony
Sunday,January25
GrandBallroom
5:30pm-Cocktails | 6:00pm-ShowBegins | 7:00pm-Reception
$175/Member,$185/Guest
CocktailAttire,JacketsRequiredforMen
EnjoyanightwiththeCharlotteSymphonywhereChristopherJamesLeeswillbeconductinga varietyofclassicalpiecesandshowtunes.Heavyhorsd’oeuvresandanopenbarwillbeavailable aftertheshowasyouminglewiththemembersofthesymphony!
RegistrationsopenonDecember20at10:00amandguestsarewelcome!
9 Holers
byDebbieStarling
FallHarvestShotgun
WhatafabulousdayofgolfatourFallHarvest ShotgunonSeptember17!Wehadover40women playingandcongratstoKathyHagenandBarbara Molnerforbeingclosesttothepinonourparthrees. ThankyoutoMaryArmario,KathleenMoserand DonnaPatelforspearheadingthisevent!
9HolersBoard
The9HolersBoardwelcomesBarbaraMolner, BethHerlockerandVickyWindellasNominating CommitteeMembersatLarge.
UpcomingShotgunsandEvents: October15-Black&White
October26-28-PinehurstTrip
November5-MemberMember December10-HolidayLuncheon
18 Holers
byPatsyO'Keefe
OverallGrossJeannieVoniakand MarissaConnolly
MemberMember
OnSeptember8and9the18 Holerscontinuedtheirjourney “AroundtheWorldin18Holes” bysettingsailonatwo-day tournament Member-member pairsteamedupforthisexciting adventure,withCaptainsKim SleeperandKathyHagencharting thecourseforaspectacularcruise
OverallNetLibbyPrivetteand JoanDickson
Interclub
TheCarmelLadiesInterclubTeamismadeupofCarmel’slowest handicapplayersandrepresentstheclubincompetitivematches againstotherCharlotte-areateams Thisseasontheyperformed exceptionallywellandfinishedinsecondplaceintheirdivision, onlyahalfapointbehindBallantyne Themembersofthe InterclubteamincludeJanisRomeo(Captain),MarissaConnolly, LizRabidou,ElizabethPortland,LauraQuillin,MollySchugel, MichellePalmer,DianaFuller,BlairCriminger,LeilaEvansand AngieOstendarp Greatjobladies!!
PicturedAbove:LauraQuillin,MollySchugel,Elizabeth Portland,LizRabidou,AngieOstendarp,andJanisRomeo
UpcomingEvents
November13-18Holer&OMEGAEvent
MemberMoments
MemberMomentsisourwayofrecognizingthepeoplethatmakeupourcommunity.Whether it'sapersonalmilestone,aprofessionalachievement,orsimplysomethingmeaningful,wewant tocelebrateeverythingthatmakesCarmelaspecialplacetobe.
Celebrating
Left:KaitlinWalker,daughterofKenandTaraWalker,married CarsonPughonAugust30 Theycelebratedwithareceptionat Carmelonaspectacularlatesummerevening
Right:GolfOutsideServicesTeamMemberBrianGroganand StephanieWaymarriedonAugust17inCharlotte,NC.
Welcoming
Left:MadisonandMorganJaulinwelcomedtheirsonWilliam GlennJaulinonSeptember3.
Right: TheSweeneyfamilyjoyfullywelcomedEloise“Elle” MarieSweeneyintotheworldonSaturday,June14.Surrounded bysomuchlove,sheisadoredbyherbigsistersalready.‘Every goodandperfectgiftisfromabove.’–James1:17
Remembering
Left:RyanMcCurry,memberfortenyears,passedawayonAugust11. Heissurvivedbyhiswife,Randiandtwodaughters,LucyandEllie. Ryanwillberememberedforhisgivingheart,hisexcellentcraft cocktails&mocktails,hisloveoflivemusicandhis“dadjokes”!
Right:LilaRichardsonpassedawayonAugust28afteralifelong battlewithMitochondrialDisease.Lilawasoneofthemostjoyful soulsyouwouldevermeet Hersmileandbellylaughswere infectioustoallsheencountered SheissurvivedbyherparentsDan andEaddyandhersiblingsBenandHadley
BeckhamSevigny recordedhissecondholein-oneatBanffSprings StanleyThompsonGolf CourseonJuly21from 102yardswithhisnine ironon#13
DrewSchwartzmadea hole-in-oneon#17at QuailHollowClubon August22from175 yardswithhis9wood Whatapremierhole-inone!
SteveEnright,Ryan nright’sfather,madea oneon#3North gust22from153 withhis7-iron.
Jonesmadehis le-in-oneon#3 onSeptember4 30yardswithhis hybrid
AWinning Tradition
Lancosmadea oneon#7South ober4from156 withhis8-iron.
KimSleepermadea e-in-oneon#5South October7from110 ardswithher7-iron
MikeDougherty,Brad Smith,Neil Handelsman,Thomas Kraus,DanComisar, JamesNichols,Tom Shober,andJoeRossi broughthomethe goldintheMen’s4.0 USTAState Championship!
CongratulationstoElizabethGuthrie! ShecapturedtheDrive,ChipandPutt RegionalFinaltitleonSunday, September7,atPinehurstResort, earningherspotintheNationalFinals atAugustaNationalintheGirls14–15Division.Thefinalswilltakeplace theSundaybeforethe2026Masters Tournament.Shewantstothankthe entireGolfteamandespeciallyMark Woodforthesupport
2025Men’sClubChampion
2025Women’sClubChampion MarissaConnolly
RobertLinville
2025Fall Member Guest
2025MemberGuestChampions CoryKasimov&ChrisClark
Socializing
TomandTrishaStewartcelebratedTrisha’sbirthdayonSeptember28with wonderfulbrunchinthe1947Grillwiththeirextendedfamily.
EmilyHull,ZachHull,LaurenFulk,DennyFulk,KelliChesson, BenChesson,JennyHutson,MichaelHutson,BrittanyRussell,Randy Russell,TriciaMagee,PatrickMagee,ChristinaTuckel,JeffTuckel,Lauren HansenandScottHansenorganizedacroquetlessonontheTennisLawn!
FrontDesk
Tuesday-Saturday,9:00am-5:30pm
PostMarket
Monday,6:00am-5:00pm
Tuesday-Friday,6:00am-9:00pm
Saturday&Sunday,7:00am-9:00pm
GaslightGrill&Men’sGrill
Monday,Closed
Tuesday-Thursday,Sunday,11:00am-9:00pm Friday&Saturday,11:00am-10:00pm
1947Grill
Monday,Closed
Tuesday,5:00pm-9:00pm
Wednesday&Thursday,11:00am-2:00pm,5:00pm-9:00pm Friday,11:00am-2:00pm,5:00pm-10:00pm
Saturday,5:00pm-10:00pm Sunday,11:00am-2:00pm
TennisShop
Monday–Thursday,8:00am-7:00pm Friday&Saturday,8:00am-5:00pm Sunday,11:00am-5:00pm
AdministrativeOffices
Monday-Friday,9:00am-5:00pm
Golf(November)
Monday-Sunday,8:00am-5:30pm
FirstTeeTimesMonday-Sunday,8:30am&8:35am MondayPracticeFacilities,11:00am-5:00pm
Tuesday-SundayPracticeFacilities,8:00am-5:00pm
Golf(December)
Monday-Friday,9:00am-5:00pm Saturday&Sunday,8:30am-5:00pm
FirstTeeTimesMonday-Friday,9:30am&9:35am
FirstTeeTimesSaturday&Sunday,9:00am&9:05am MondayPracticeFacilities,11:00am-5:00pm
Tuesday-FridayPracticeFacilities,9:00am-5:00pm Saturday&SundayPracticeFacilities,8:30am-5:00pm
FitnessCenter
Monday-Friday,5:30am-8:30pm Saturday&Sunday,7:00am-7:00pm
TeamAnniversaries
November December
JaciyahHenderson,1947Kitchen-1Year
GarlandSeward,Greens&Grounds-1Year
AnabelleStanden,1947Service-1Year
ScottRanney,1947Service-1Year
AnnaGoodrich,ClubEvents-2Years
AnjaniLebron-Pond,BanquetsKitchen-3Years
ChrisAnderson,BanquetsService-4Years
PaulO’Donnell,GolfOperations-4Years
TylerPeterson,GolfOperations-5Years
KimberlyMcQuay,Health&Fitness-6Years
BrianGrogan,GolfOperations-8Years
AngelJuarez,Greens&Grounds-19Years
CarolinaLinarez,Housekeeping-26Years
RobertMorgan,Greens&Grounds-28Years
MajorMilestone
TylerPeterson GolfOperations 5Years
CheyenneMorings,GaslightGrillService-1Year
StephenShelley,Safety&MemberServices-1Year
MarissaBeilke,1947Service-1Year
JamesSchroeder,GaslightGrillService-1Year
KahlilMorton,1947Kitchen-2Years
MasonProckup,ClubhouseGrounds-2Years
SebastianArguedasPerez,GaslightGrillKitchen-2Years
KonstantinosPapakostas,GaslightGrillKitchen-4Years
AnthonyCorsi,GaslightGrillService-6Years
KevinRivera,1947Kitchen-7Years
EddieStottlemyer,Facilities-7Years
MicahPennybaker,Greens&Grounds-8Years
BrittanyWestLacik,Administration-8Years
CarmelintheHeadlines
DirectorofInstructionMark Woodhasbeennamedoneof GolfDigest’sTopTeachersin NorthCarolinafor2026–2027.
DirectorofDistanceJustin JameswasfeaturedinGolf Magazineforhisarticleon buildingthefoundationto improveagolfer’sspeed training
Everyholidayseason,thankstothegenerosityofourMembership,theCarmelTeamMembersreceiveaspecialthankyouasasign ofappreciationfortheirdedicationandloyaltytotheClub ThisholidaybonuscheckisdistributedamongstallTeamMembersin everyareaoftheClub Itensuresthateventhosewhoworkbehindthescenesandhavenodirect,personalcontactwithour membershipreceiverecognition
AsmanymembershavevocalizedawishtoparticipateintheHolidayFund,$150hasbeenaddedtoeachmember’sOctober statement.Intheeventyoumaywishtohavethisamountincreasedordecreased,pleaseemailAlexZhutinat azhutin@carmelcountrycluborgwithyourrequestsbyNovember15
TeamSpotlights
AlexJones Racquets
RacquetsProfessional 2Years
WhatisyourfavoritethingaboutworkingatCarmel?
MyfavoritethingaboutworkingatCarmelisthepositive workcultureandteamatmosphere.Ilovehowactivethe clubisandteachingmembersofallskilllevels,helpingthem improveandachievetheirgoals!
Wheredidyougrowup?
IgrewupinDurham,NorthCarolina.
Whatdoyouenjoydoingoutsideofwork?
Ienjoyspendingtimewithmyfamilyandfriends,watching GeorgiaandPanthersfootball,playinggolf,andgoingon hikes
Doyoucollectanything?
Ihavewaytoomanyhats,wouldsayIhavebecomea collector
Howdoyoutakeyourcoffee?
Ilikeiceddarkroastcoffeewithalittlemilkandsugar
Whatisyourfavoritemovie?
HappyGilmore
Whatisoneofyourfavoritememoriesofworkingat Carmel?
Wimbledontennismixer,alwaysfunplayinginthe exhibitionmatchwithalloftheprosonthegrasscourt!
Whatisthestrangestfoodcombinationthatyouenjoy?
Pineappleonpizza
Doyouhaveanyhiddentalentsorskills?
Skateboarding
Whatisonethingthatwouldimproveyourday instantly?
Goingforarunoutside
WhatisyourfavoritethingaboutworkingatCarmel?
Iamalwayssurroundedbyoutstandingteammembers. EveryonethatIinteractwithonaday-to-daybasisisalways strivingtolearnmoreandbetterthememberexperience
Wheredidyougrowup?
IgrewupinTitusville,Florida,whichisontheSpace Coast.Growingupseeingrocketlaunchesmultipletimesa weekwasanincredibleexperience.Havingaccesstoabeach inunder30minuteswasalsosomethingItookforgranted
Whatdoyouenjoydoingoutsideofwork?
Ilovetoplaygolf!Ihavebeenplayingmywholelifeand stillplaycompetitivelyfromtimetotime.Iliketokeepmy golfgamesharpbypracticingwheneverIgetthesparetime.
Whatisyourfavoritebook?
ReadyPlayerOnebyErnestClineismyall-timefavorite book Ihavereaditoverandoveragain,andIalways thoroughlyenjoyit
Whatisyourfavoriteholidayandwhy?
ChristmashasbeenmyfavoriteholidaysinceImovedaway fromfamily Gettingtoseemyfamilyandfriendsandenjoy theircompanyforawhileisaprivilegeIholdverydear
Whatmoviecouldyouquotebyheart?
IcouldquoteTheOtherGuysbyheart.Thathastobemy favoriteWillFerrellmovie,andoneofmyfavoritecomedies ever
Whatwasyourfirstjob?
IgotmyfirstjobwhenIwas17workinginagolfshopat mylocalmunicipalcourse.Ilearnedalotaboutthegolf industryfromaprettyyoungageandgrewmypassionfor thegameofgolf.
MaxSimons
Carmel’slockerroomsaresharedspacesfortheentiremembership.Pleaseberespectfulofthespaceand helpkeepthemtidybystoringyourbelongingsinyourlockerorcubby Itmakestheclubmoreenjoyable foreveryone,andweallappreciatethelittlethingsthatmakeCarmelfeellikehome
Ifyouareinterestedinrentingamen’slocker,pleasecontactAndyD’Onofrioat adonofrio@carmelcountryclub.org.Ifyouareinterestedinrentingawomen’slocker,pleasecontact DianeHancockatdhancock@carmelcountryclub.org.
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An ongoing pursuit of excellence in member experience where fellowship, amenities, programs, and service combine to make Carmel the country club of choice for families in Charlotte.
Operational Excellence
Sustainability through operational excellence
Member Experience
We ensure a consistent and convenient standard of care for all members
We offer top-notch experiences and offerings across all amenities
We build a diverse, inclusive community, fostering fellowship and accountability
We honor our club's history and treat everyone with respect