January/February Newsletter 2018 | Dallas Athletic Club

THE CONE FAMILY

DAC NEWS

JANUARY - FEBRUARY 2018

DALLAS ATHLETIC CLUB A Premier Country Club Experience www. d allasathleti c c lub .o rg DALLAS ATHLETIC CLUB

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In This Issue President’s Letter................................ 3 Turf Talk on the Golf Course............ 4

Club Events....................................... 8-9 DAC Hickory Club in the News........ 9

Website New Login............................. 4 DAC’s Mah Jongg Group....................5 Fitness and Tennis........................... 6-7

Management Team General Manager Brent Burkhart bburkhart@dacstaff.org Executive Assistant Pat Stevens pstevens@dacstaff.org Catering & Events Manager Stephanie Fisher Communications Director Jacqueline Robinson jrobinson@dacstaff.org Controller Patricia Downing pdowning@dacstaff.org Executive Chef Mark Ellis mellis@dacstaff.org Fitness Director Jeff Hoke fitness@dacstaff.org Food & Beverage Director Phil Callahan pcallahan@dacstaff.org

Massage Valentine Special.............. 9 Fine Dining........................................10-11

Board of Directors - 2017/2018 Golf Director Lance Patterson lpatterson@dacstaff.org Golf Course Superintendent Kevin Nettles knettles@dacstaff.org Massage & Wellness Galen Flemons gcflemons@gmail.com Membership Director Sarah Dixon sdixon@dacstaff.org Retail Director Bridget Bartlett bbartlett@dacstaff.org Service Director Isis Marquez imarquez@dacstaff.org Tennis Director Patrick Fitzgerald pfitzgerald@dacstaff.org

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Duke Tran – President Sandy Kaufman Treasurer and Finance Committee Chairman Mike Childers

Doug Day Strategic Planning Committee Chairman

First Vice President and Golf & Grounds Chairman

Laura Adams

Warren Sibley Second Vice President and Membership Committee Chairman

Robert Doane

Jerome Anderson Secretary and House Committee Chairman Phil Jones Governance Committee Chairman

Ron Baker

Terry Jarvis Mike Lee Jay Lowenberg Steve Mayfield Charlie Milner

Email the Board of Directors: boardofdirectors@dacstaff.org

Happy New Year

FROM DUKE TRAN, PRESIDENT

DEAR MEMBERS Happy New Year to each of you. I hope your holiday season was full. It was a pleasure to visit with many of you at the annual Holiday Open House. This community is generous beyond measure. Your donations to the toy drive allowed many less fortunate families to enjoy the holidays a little more. I would also like to thank our members who contributed to the Christmas Fund. Our employees have expressed their gratitude.

The Nominating Committee has commenced. We aim to present a strong list of candidates for consideration to serve on your Board. Election results will be announced at the Annual Meeting on March 14, 2018.

2018 marks the Dallas Athletic Club’s 99th year. As such, the Centennial Celebration planning is officially underway.As you know, many slated projects will be finalized this year just in time for the remarkable celebration.

Crossing fingers that our Dallas winter climate will allow for a few days on the courses this January.

See you at the Club, Happy New Year!

Duke Tran Dallas Athletic Club President

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KEVIN NETTLES, SUPERINTENDENT

course conditions The weather this fall has been rather mild and very dry. The course has been in good shape. We have received a few negative comments about the bunkers and unfortunately the dry weather and low humidity has caused the sand to dry out and become fluffy. We check the sand in the bunkers regularly and it has not been necessary to add any sand because it has not been needed. We have had 3.5” of rain this month and with the added moisture you will see a huge improvement. It must be noted that although we have some of the highest quality bunker sand available, as moisture in the sand changes, the consistency will change. The crews work diligently to maintain the moisture in the bunkers without making the areas around the bunkers too wet.

We have installed tree lighting along the entrance to the Club. The lighting is the final phase of our new entrance project. The renovation of the back of the building has started and the concrete from the parking lot to the large putting green (including the cart staging area) will be replaced in January and February. Please be patient with the inconvenience of this project. We will work to manage the flow of traffic during this time.

Lastly, we continue to work on the plans for course improvements coming this summer. The improvements will include tee leveling, the addition of some new tees, the replacement of bridges on 14 and 16 Blue, removal of Bermuda grass encroachment into the greens, leveling of several fairways, reshaping creek and lake banks, and replacement of some cart paths that are broken.We will be adding updates to the Course News page on our website as they become available.

New Website and Mobile App New Website First Time Login Instructions • Type in your Username, which is your current Member number.

• Type in your Temporary Password, which is also your Member number.

Examples for Member name of Smith with Member Number 01234 PRIMARY ACCOUNT HOLDER USERNAME: 0 Plus your Member Number (Example: 01234)) PASSWORD: 0 Plus your Member Number (Example: 01234)

SPOUSE/SIGNIFICANT OTHER: USERNAME: 0 Plus your Member Number Followed by an S (Example: 01234S) PASSWORD: 0 Plus your Member Number Followed by an S (Example: 01234S) Once you login, please update your password by following the on-screen instructions.

Important: Answer the Security Question. This will help if you forget your password.

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HOW TO LOGIN INTO THE

MOBILE APP USER ID: MEMBER # PASSWORD: MEMBER # Have a website or login question, contact the Office of Communications at 972.2793671.

Chef Gabriella Visits the DAC

by Debbie Haas

DAC’s Mah Jongg

Have you noticed a group of women in the 19th hole huddled around a table, covered in tiles that look somewhat like dominoes? Well, they are DAC’s “Mah Jongg Group”.

Mah Jongg was originally an Ancient Chinese game of skill & strategy that is “similar” to gin rummy, but played with tiles rather than cards (see photos below). It is a challenging four-person game where the object is to build & complete hands in a select group of sequences that are displayed on a Mah Jongg card while you also consider your opponent’s strategies. The first person to complete a hand of 14 tiles in the specific pattern listed on the Mah Jongg card, wins. (picture of card below) Currently, the group gathers every Friday. Like most challenging games, learning takes a while. We have several ways to teach beginners and since we were all rookies not too long ago, we are very patient with our new members.

We know that once you learn the game, you’ll love the game, and the DAC Mah Jongg Group !!

2. You can have individual lessons from a Mah Jongg instructor. We have the name of a good one if you need it.

If you would like to read more about the game here are some E-mail Contact: Brenda Prine (bprine@sbcglobal.net) or links: Debbie Haas (dhaasrn@gmail.com) HOW TO PLAY https://www.ymimports.com/pages/ how-to-play-american-mahjong DOWNLOAD INSTRUCTIONS Instructions: http://www.ateacherfirst. com/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/Mahjong-2016-Instructions-1.pdf If you are interested in learning to play: 1. We can teach you the game during several sessions (it takes a few sessions to understand the uniqueness of the rules) or

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fitness Why is it important to be physically fit?

A person who is fit is capable of living life to its fullest extent. Physical and mental fitness play very important roles in your lives and people who are both, physically and mentally fit are less prone to medical conditions as well.

SIGN UP NOW AND GET FIT FOR 2018

2018 PLAN EAT HEALTHY EXERCISE

GET FIT! Visit us online at the Club website for Fitness Programs and Class Schedules www.dallasathleticclub.org DALLAS ATHLETIC CLUB | JAN - FEB 2018 | 6

New & R

eturning in

• ProA m Tou rname 2018 • Battl e n • Shot of the Club t s of the Week

tennis Our Tennis Pro • • • •

Patrick Fitzgerald, Director of Tennis Matt Hoover, Shop Coordinator Dan Silverstein, Adult Coordinator (New) Brady Bohrnstedt, Junior Coordinator (New)

New Drills for 2018 • • •

Cardio Tennis Shot of the Week Co-ed Open Saturday Drill

Coming Back in 2018 • • •

Pro Am Tournament Men’s Singles/Doubles Championships Women’s Singles/Doubles Championships

Look for dates and information on all tennis tournaments and activities in the tennis pro shop and on the website.

New for 2018 • • • •

Men’s and Women’s Singles Ladder 105 Tournament Battle of the Clubs Mixed Doubles Championships DALLAS ATHLETIC CLUB | JAN - FEB 2018 | 7

SUPERBOWL LII Date: February 4, 2018 Halftime show: Justin Timberlake

Mardi Gras Tuesday, February 13th Beginning at 6:00pm Cajun ~ Creole Dinner Specials

Valentine’s Day Dinner Saturday, February 10th 6pm - 9pm

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DAC HICKORY CLUB MAKES AN APPEARANCE Congratulations to Jim Conine and the DAC Hickory Golf Club for their recent feature appearance in the AVIDGOLFER, “The Hickory De-evolution. The article can be found on page 49 in the December 2017 Issue.

Copies can be found throughout the Club. Jim Conine and Mike Gibson

Congratulations to the hickory club

National

Soup Mo

The e ntire m o ALL S OUPS nth of Janu ary $2 pe r Cup !!

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Valentine’s Day Gift Card

THREE MASSAGE SESSIONS, SMALL GIFT BASKET: CHOCOLATES | OILS AND AROMATHERAPY SPA TREATS | FLOWERS

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DINING AND HOLIDAY EVENTS Casual Wednesday Night

(Kids 12 & Under Eat free, Except Pizza Night) Jan 3rd Picnic Fried Chicken Chicken Fried Steak Signature Mashed Potatoes Green Bean and Corn Medley Buttermilk Biscuits with Cream Gravy Jan 19th Build Your Own Pizza Night Fantastic Family Fun! Make your own pizza with the Kids Enjoy the Ice Cream Sundae Bar for Dessert Adults – $12.00 | Children – $6.75 Jan 17th Home Style Meatloaf – 2 ways Smashed Gold Potatoes Country Style Green Beans Jan 24th Spaghetti and Meatballs Chicken Romano Roasted Potatoes Lemon Squash Jan 31st Buttermilk Pecan Chicken Mashed Potatoes Broccoli with Carrots Fresh Hot Dinner Rolls Feb 7th Beer Breaded Cod Fillet Mushroom Chop Steaks Yukon Gold Potatoes Vegetable Medley Feb 14th

Family Valentine’s Day Buffet Carved Prime Rib of Beef Fried Shrimp Mac and Cheese Vegetable Medley Assorted Salad Bar Valentine’s Chocolate Bar with Ice Cream Adults $20.00 | Children $10.00 Feb 24th Chicken and Dumplings Roasted Potatoes Vegetable Medley Hot Cobbler

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Friday Night Delights January 5th BABY BACK RIBS including Ranch Style Beans Corn on the Cob and French Fries $19.95 Adults | $10.50 Children January 12th GOURMET BURGERS with Assorted Toppings and Condiments Sweet Potato Fries and Ranch Fries Assorted Slaws and Salad Ice Cream Sundae Bar $16.00 Adults | $8.00 Children January 19th SOUTHWESTERN NIGHT Wood Fired Grilled Chicken & Beef Fajitas Specialty Jumbo Shrimp Tacos Enchiladas Del Dia Arroz y Frijoles Borracho includes Salad Bar $23.00 Adults | $11.50 Children January 26th TEXAS BUFFET Carved BBQ Brisket of Beef Country Pork Ribs, Beer Infused Chicken Signature Mashed Potatoes Pinto Beans Station with Cornbread Sweet Corn on the Cob & Fried Okra Assorted Salad Bar Cobblers with Blue Bell Ice Cream $23.00 for Adults | $11.50 for Children February 2nd BABY BACK RIBS including Ranch Style Beans Corn on the Cob and French Fries All You Can Eat! $19.95 Adults | $10.50 Children February 9th ITALIAN NIGHT Made to Order Pasta Bar Primavera Vegetables & Lasagna Garlic Bread, Mediterranean Salad Bar $17.95 Adults | $8.95 Children February 16th SOUTHWESTERN NIGHT Wood Fired Grilled Chicken & Beef Fajitas Specialty Jumbo Shrimp Tacos Enchiladas Del Dia Arroz y Frijoles Borracho includes Salad Bar $23.00 Adults | $11.50 Children

Family Valentine Carved Prime Rib of Beef Fried Shrimp Mac and Cheese Vegetable Medley Assorted Salad Bar Valentine’s Chocolate Bar with Ice cream Adults $20.00 | Children $10.00

Upcoming Events January is National Soup Month All Soup - $2 per Cup with Roll or Cornbread Friday February 2nd Comedy Night with Dave Goodman Opening Act begins at 8:30 PM $10 per Member (Guest are Welcomed) Sunday, February 4th Super Bowl Sunday Details will be announced in our Weekly News eblast Saturday, February 10th Valentine’s Day Dinner Tuesday, February 13th Mardi Gras Day “Live Music” Wednesday, February 14th Family Night Valentine’s Day Buffet The evening will also include Crafts, Face Painting and Magic Show

VALENTINE DAY BUFFET February 14, 2018 Family Valentine’s Day Buffet

DINE WITH YOUR

LOVED ONES Call the Receptionist at 972.279.3671 or Reserve Online at www.dallasathleticclub.org

CLUB events

Thursday, February 22nd National Margarita Day $4 for DAC Signature Margaritas $5 for Top Shelf Margaritas

dining and

February 23rd TEXAS BUFFET Carved BBQ Brisket of Beef Country Pork Ribs, Beer Infused Chicken Signature Mashed Potatoes Pinto Beans Station with Cornbread Sweet Corn on the Cob & Fried Okra Assorted Salad Bar Cobblers with Blue Bell Ice Cream $23.00 for Adults | $11.50 for Children

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DALLAS ATHLETIC CLUB

·NEW·

YEAR HOURS OF OPERATION

2018

CLUBHOUSE Tuesday - Sunday................................... 07:00am - Until 19TH HOLE Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday........ 10:00am - 09:00pm Friday - Sunday...................................... 10:00am - Until 9 1/2 SNACK BAR Tuesday - Friday..................................... 10:00am - 05:00pm Saturday................................................... 07:00am - 05:00pm Sunday...................................................... 07:00am - 07:00pm KITCHEN & DINING ROOM Tuesday - Thursday............................... 11:00am - 09:00pm Friday......................................................... 11:00am - 10:00pm Saturday................................................... 07:00am - 10:00pm Sunday...................................................... 07:00am - 05:00pm DallasAthleticClub.org facebook.com/dallasathleticclub twitter.com/DallasAthClub

FITNESS FACILITY Tuesday - Saturday............................ 05:00am - 10:00pm Sunday................................................... 06:00am - 07:00pm TENNIS PRO SHOP Tuesday - Thursday............................ 08:00am - 09:00pm Friday - Saturday................................ 08:00am - 07:00pm Sunday................................................... 09:00am - 06:00pm GOLF PRO SHOP Tuesday - Friday................................. 07:30am - 06:00pm Saturday - Sunday............................. 07:00am - 06:00pm

CONTACT NUMBERS CLUBHOUSE..........................................972-279-3671 GOLF SHOP............................................972-279-6517 TENNIS SHOP........................................972-279-1549