TARA COMMUNITY NEWS
MESSAGE FROM PHILLIP PARSH,
PRESIDENT
Tara Board of Directors
I would like to thank everyone for participating in the Long-Range planning and the Member satisfaction surveys. The Member satisfaction survey is planned to be repeated in October and again in December. The information that we receive from the satisfaction survey will be part of the overall process in evaluating Hampton golf.
I am pleased to report that financially we are on track to meet or exceed the projected 2024 budget. The process to create the 2025 budget is underway and your Finance Committee and Board are working with management to ensure the budget can be achieved and is a responsible budget for our owners.
As a friendly reminder owners who lease their property are required to notify the Tara office with the length of the lease and the emergency contact information of your tenants. Thank you in advance for your cooperation in this matter.
The Board of Directors are not scheduled to meet until September however your Board is continuing to work with management so ensure that Member satisfaction continues to improve.
I would like to thank everyone for their continued support.
TARA’S MISSION: The mission of Tara Golf & Country Club is to provide an exceptional private country club experience while maintaining the club’s reputation as a financially sound and highly valued community where Members enjoy outstanding golf, vibrant amenities and social camaraderie.
TARA COMMUNITY NEWS
MESSAGE FROM TIM SCHAEFER, GENERAL MANAGER
tschaefer@taragcc.com
IT’S WONDERFUL TO SEE THE CLUB BUZZING WITH ENERGY AGAIN!
During the 2 weeks in July that we were closed for a property refresh/ deep clean, we did indeed miss seeing everyone’s smiling faces and delightful chatter within the Clubhouse and on the Course! I would like to make a special shout out to our entire Staff who put in the “elbow grease” to make your “home away from home” the sparkling clean, wellorganized and welcoming Club for you to return to.
THE EMPLOYEE APPRECIATION LUNCHEON on July 8th was a wonderful experience! Thanks to all our members who participated and contributed to making this event a success! This event was truly appreciated by our employees who felt the warmth in the members’ kindness as our members prepared, served, and even cleaned up for them on this special day of recognition.
CONCRETE AND FOUNDATION REPAIR
During the coming weeks, you will notice some concrete repair being done. This work will not only improve the appearance of our cart path next to the putting greens and driving range, it will also level up and increase the stability of that grounding so that our members, staff and guests alike have a safe and smooth walking and riding area.
NOTARY PUBLIC SERVICES NOW AVAILABLE TO OUR MEMBERS
I am happy to let our members know that our Executive Assistant, Jill Orologio, has now obtained her Florida Notary Public and is able to assist for Notary needs. Jill works out of the Tara Administration office and is ready to provide this service as needed.
LAST BUT NOT LEAST, I want to thank you for your support during my tenure at Tara Golf & Country Club. I have enjoyed serving you and wish you the very best in your present and future!
Tim Schaefer
WELCOME NEW MEMBERS:
Lee and Tamara Putnam – Golf
IN DEEPEST SYMPATHY:
Cecilia Gwendolyn Ross, “Gwen” - May 9, 2024
Our TARA family is keeping the loved ones in our thoughts & prayers.
TARA GOLF HAPPENINGS
MESSAGE FROM MISSY WILLIAMS, HEAD GOLF PRO 941.758.7961 x1226 | mwilliams@taragcc.com
Please keep an eye on the golf calendar, there are some summer outside events happening.
We are working on the event calendar for the season. Many 9 and dine and 18 and dines are going to be great for getting your friends together for some fun golf and dinner. Games will range from scrambles to play your own golf ball. So many fun opportunities to be had!
Please remember to hydrate properly during your summer fun! It has been a hot summer so far!
SOME TIPS FOR KEEPING COOL:
• Drink water & add into the mix some electrolytes – stay away from sugary soda.
• Snack on foods that keep the body cooler
• Get a cold towel on the turn, ask the snack bar attendant for one when making the turn.
• When you finish your round, remember to eat something refreshing. Cucumbers have the highest water content of any solid food! Watermelon, strawberries and spinach can also help you stay hydrated after your round.
• If you plan on going into the grille room for lunch after, change your shirt, this will help you cool down without a soaked golf shirt.
Missy Williams
TARA COURSE HAPPENINGS
MESSAGE FROM DON ABELL, COURSE
SUPERINTENDENT
941.751.5593 | dabell@taragcc.com
The second aerification of the year was a success. The greens, tees, fairways and rough were aerified with 5/8 inch and ¾ inch hollow tines in order relieve soil compaction and remove thatch. The greens were aerified and with the help of warm weather and rain the greens are healing back very nice. The aerification created pore spaces which allows oxygen, water, and nutrients to get to the root zone. Remember, in order to grow good grass it must have deep healthy roots and getting oxygen into the root zone will relieve soil compaction and create new pore spaces for the roots of the plant to grow. The fairways were aerified with ¾ inch hollow tines. The fairways were also verticut and circle mowed to remove thatch from and grain from the turf. A wall to wall fertilization was applied to the golf course to help the grass recover from the aerification. These cultural practices keep the golf course in the best possible condition throughout the year. Also, during the closure, we took the sprigs from the fairway verticut and planted them in outer lining areas to help convert the golf course over to Bimini Bermuda grass.
The following is the aerification schedule for the rest of the summer. • September 9th-11th: The course will be closed and the greens will be verticut and topdressed and the fairways will be aerified. Also an application of pre-emergent fertilizer will be applied to the entire course.
Don Abell
TARA FOOD & BEVERAGE NEWS
MESSAGE FROM MORGAN BUECHNER, F&B MANAGER
941.758.7775 x1230 | mbuechner@taragcc.com
Join us for a themed Thursday night on August 8th we will be having the ultimate Fajita bar station. Margarita drinks specials along with Happy Hour all night long. Reservations available between 5pm-8pm.
New Member Mingle brought to you by the Welcome Committee on Sunday August 4th in the Grill Room from 4pm-6pm.
Also, join us in our monthly 2 for $50 Night on August 14th and Prime Rib Night to follow on August 28th, 2024.
We will Continue our summer hours at the Snack bar Monday- Sunday 9am- 3pm. Also, the clubhouse hours on Saturdays with Lunch 11am-4pm and the bar open from 11am-6pm!
Reservations available online or call us at 941-756-7775 Ext 1242.
Thanks for all your continued support and don’t forget to use our new Grab & Go. Order Now through our mobile app or online. During our normal lunch and dinner hours. Your next Togo meal is at the click of your fingers!
Morgan Beuchner
TARA ACTIVITIES & EVENTS
TO MAKE RESERVATIONS, PLEASE CALL: 941.756.7775 x 1242
24-hour cancellation notice is required to avoid automatic billing to account for special events.
NEW MEMBER
SUNDAY, AUGUST 4 4 - 5:30PM | IN THE GRILL ROOM
We are so excited to welcome the new Members to our family! Join friends and fellow Members in the Grill Room to meet our new Members and make new friends. Complimentary welcome drink for new Members only. Current Members are encouraged to attend.
TUESDAY, AUGUST 6 | 5 - 8PM
BINGO NIGHT
DINNER WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE OFF OF THE
THURSDAY, AUGUST 8 | 5-8:30PM
TUESDAY, AUGUST 13 5 - 8 PM IN
TARA ACTIVITIES & EVENTS
24-hour cancellation notice is required to avoid automatic billing to account for special
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 14 | 5 - 8PM
LEMON PEPPER TROUT
Baked rainbow trout, asparagus, herb rice pilaf and lemon beurre blanc
VEAL LIVER & ONIONS
Sautéed calf’s liver with caramelized onions, served with applewood-smoked bacon, vegetable du jour, mashed Yukon gold potatoes and demi-glace
SOUTHERN FRIED CHICKEN
Mashed potatoes, vegetable du jour and white pepper gravy
SALISBURY STEAK
Ground tenderloin patty topped with mushroom gravy, served with mashed potatoes and green beans
GRILLED PORK CHOPS
Chimichurri, roasted potatoes and bacon-roasted brussels sprouts
Dessert
PIÑA COLADA CAKE
2 FOR $50
Plus tax and gratuity. Price includes two entrées and desserts. Only menu available.
TUESDAY, AUGUST 20 | 5 - 8PM
TUESDAY, AUGUST 27 5 - 8 PM IN THE MAIN DINING ROOM
DINNER WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE OFF OF THE SUMMER MENU DURING TRIVIA NIGHT.
TARA MASTERS COMMUNICATION
MESSAGE FROM KIM LOSKOTA, PRESIDENT
Dear Tara Residents,
It’s the middle of summer and many of us are away from our Florida homes, but there are community volunteers who continue to keep the wheels of progress turning.
We’ve received numerous written complaints about speeding throughout the Tara Golf & Country Club streets, so the CAC decided to take this issue on as its next project. We learned the county reduced the speed limits throughout The Preserve from 30 to 25 mph. That will be our first step. We are already engaging with the Manatee County Traffic Engineering Department, so we will also explore other ways to affect “traffic calming”.
We want to introduce our new Traffic Task Force, a subcommittee of the Community Action Council (CAC). The CAC is the ad-hoc committee that worked on defeating the apartment proposal at Stone River Road and Tara Blvd. We plan to keep you informed and involved as we learn what our options are for our community
If you have any issues around this topic, please use the Vantaca portal (home. resourcepropertymgmt.com) to document your concerns and the Tara Master Association Board will respond in a timely manner.
Sincerely,
Kim Loskota
President Tara Master Association
PS: All Tara residents are invited to attend Tara Master Association Meetings in-person or by Zoom. September 26 at 9:30 AM and October 28 at 3 PM Watch for details in September’s newsletter or go online.
TARA MASTERS COMMUNICATION
MESSAGE FROM DEB MAZZAFERRO, TMA DIRECTOR
The Tara Master Association (TMA) Landscape Committee is offering monthly workshops to educate the Tara community about Florida gardening principles, including native Florida plants and the Tara protocols for specific neighborhoods. At each meeting we leverage experts from the county, state, and local organizations to save you money and ensure your gardening success.
These seminars are open to all of Tara, which includes the Golf and Country Club (TGCC) and Tara Preserve residents.
Topics are tentative. Speaker suggestions are welcome!
AUGUST: NO EVENT
SEPTEMBER 29 4-6PM @ THE PRESERVE: WHAT TO PLANT FOR A FALL/WINTER HARVEST
OCTOBER 27 4-6PM @ TARA GOLF & CC: FRIENDLY PESTS: BEES, BATS, BUNNIES, ETC.
NOVEMBER 24 4-6PM @ THE PRESERVE: HOLIDAY PLANTS, TREES, LIGHTING, ETC.
Resources:
Send your plant questions to ManateeMG@gmail.com
There are Free Manatee County Landscaping and Irrigation Consultations Are the plants you choose safe for Pollinators? https://xerces.org/
Deb Mazzaferro
TMA Director
Tara Master Association Landscape Committee
TARA BOWLING NEWS
MESSAGE FROM PAM STEVENSON
pamste1@msn.com
TARA TUESDAY BOWLING LEAGUE
It’s a great evening of FUN! And it’s inside out of the HEAT! Come join us! We’ll be starting again on September 24th at 6pm.
Sign up with your team of 4 and a name of course! Looking forward to seeing the return of: OSHIMA,! OH FUDGE!, ALLEY GATORS!, TIMES 2 SPARE!, SPLITS AND GIGGLES, ALL SUBS, SPARABLES, Or any combination of!
Or sign up and we’ll put you on a team or if you just want to be a substitute that’s fine too.
League is for 8 weeks at a time. 3 games for one low price! Two free games per week to play any time, any day! Discount on food prices!
No need to be a great bowler. In fact, most people have not bowled for 20 yrs., even 30 years! We all throw our share of gutter balls! It’s just for fun, exercise and socializing with your neighbors! We laugh, cheer and clap a lot!
Email pamste1@msn.com if you want to be on the list or have any questions.
Pam Stevenson Chair, Fitness and Recreation Committee
TARA FITNESS & RECREATION NEWS
NEW CLASS – BEGINNING MONDAY, AUGUST 5: 6-6:45PM
Deep Stretch with Amber
This class utilizes the principles of the Science of Stretching. This is a mat-based, targeted mobility training method that helps students with stiff backs, locked up hips and tight hamstrings. These classes are hugely popular around the world because they deliver flexibility results quickly. No experience required, super stiff people are always welcome. Whether you are a golfer that needs to stretch more or you’re simply looking to become more mobile and flexible this class will help you. I take a very simple science based approach that is effective for everyone. Students are invited to stay an extra 15 minutes after class for a guided meditation experience.
Please email me with questions or to register for class at: ambermthielen@gmail.com
Hello Tara yoga students and prospective students! Yoga is for everyone!
Yoga is about breath, movement and well being. I can’t remember a time when yoga wasn’t a part of my life. My practice has included studying many different styles and aspects of yoga, leading to my teaching style which largely incorporates using the breath to relax and release tension, gentle stretching poses, balance and strengthening postures, and meditation techniques. My certifications are from Heartwood Yoga Institute.
I teach two different yoga classes at Tara on Wednesdays: Chair Yoga at 10:30 and Yin/Restorative Yoga at 1:30 (classes run on season, October through May.)
In Chair Yoga class, we work on gentle stretching, balance, and strengthening muscles. The first half of the class incorporates warm-ups and upper body poses while sitting in a chair. Standing poses are used in the second half of the class and the chair is utilized to help with balance and stability.
Yin/Restorative Yoga class is practiced entirely on the floor. We warm up the muscles with simple stretches, and use mats, bolsters, and blankets to gently “hold” the body in positions that will gradually stretch, open, and relax muscles releasing tension. Mediation can be included to enhance relaxation.
Looking forward to seeing you in class this fall!
I can be reached at mcrawford7@verizon.net
Marjorie Crawford
BookClub
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AUGUST
by John Grisham
NOVEMBER 8: THE WOMEN by Kristin Hannah
DECEMBER 13:
BAND OF SISTERS by Lauren Willig
JANUARY 10: LEST SHE FORGET by Lisa Malice FROM OUR HOUSE TO YOURS
Greetings members! Many exciting projects are in the works by the House Committee this year. We want to share our ongoing plans to beautify, modernize, and welcome you to our wonderful club.
New updated front doors have been ordered for the Clubhouse. We hope to have them delivered and installed by November. To enhance our brand new doors, plans are in the making for the front of the club landscaping to be beautified. We hope to proceed with this project once the irrigation system upgrade has been completed.
Final bids are being received for the remodeling of the three front clubhouse bathrooms. These much-needed facelifts should be completed sometime this summer.
House Committee members have been receiving positive feedback from members on Chef’s new menus and the high quality of meals. Members are also commenting they are pleased with the service, friendliness, and professionalism of our staff.
And, after many months of planning, a fantastic design has been approved by the house committee and we are diligently working to prepare a presentation of our club Refresh project to members and the Board of Directors. Stay tuned for renderings to be posted so all members may fully envision our concept.
Happy Summer to All,
Tara House Committee
TARA JULY COMMITTEE MEETING SCHEDUELE
MEETINGS ARE HELD IN THE GOLF SHOP CONFERENCE ROOM*
*Unless otherwise noted - Calendar is subject to change
AD HOC VACANT LOT
August 5 & 19: 2PM
AD HOC CLUB REFRESH
August 12 & 26: 10:30AM
ARC
August 21: 3PM
COMMUNICATIONS
August 6: 3PM
FINANCE
August 15 & 29: 3PM
FITNESS & RECREATION
August 19: 3:30PM
GOLF
August 5 & 12: 9AM
GREENS
August 26: 9AM
HOUSE
August 7: 3PM
LONG RANGE PLANNING
August 5 & 19: 12:30PM
SOCIAL
August 21: 10AM
GOLF Walk/Ride, 3pm 3
GOLF Walk/Ride, 3pm 2
Niners, Scarlett’s & Execs, 8:30am ss Open Golf, 9am LPGA-Am Shotgun 5:30pm ss 1
LPGA CHAMPIONSHIP 8:30am ss OPEN GOLF Walk/Ride, 3pm 10
GOLF Walk/Ride, 3pm 9
Niners, Scarlett’s & Execs, 8:30am ss Open Golf, 9am LPGA-Am Shotgun 5:30pm ss 8
TMGA Play Open Golf, 10:30am Walk/Ride, 3pm 7 TWGA Play LPGA 18-Hole League Open Golf, 10am Walk/Ride, 3pm 6
GOLF Walk/Ride, 3pm 5
Niners, Scarlett’s & Execs, 8:30am ss Open Golf, 9am LPGA-Am Shotgun 5:30pm ss 15 OPEN GOLF Walk/Ride, 3pm 16 T ampa Bay Event 8:30am ss OPEN GOLF Walk/Ride, 3pm 17
GOLF Walk/Ride, 3pm 23 OPEN GOLF Walk/Ride, 3pm 24
Niners, Scarlett’s & Execs, 8:30am ss Open Golf, 9am LPGA-Am Shotgun 5:30pm ss 22
GOLF Walk/Ride, 3pm 31 OPEN GOLF Walk/Ride, 3pm
Niners, Scarlett’s & Execs, 8:30am ss Open Golf, 9am LPGA-Am Shotgun 5:30pm ss 29 30
Reciprocal list is now available on the Tara Golf & Country Club website. Please have your Membership cards available. For more information, please contact the club: (941) 756-7775 www.taragcc.com | 6602 Drewry’s Bluff | Bradenton, FL 34203 A u g u s t G O L F E V E N T S C A L E N D A R
GOLF Walk/Ride, 3pm 4
TMGA Play Open Golf, 10:30am Walk/Ride, 3pm 14 TWGA Play LPGA 18-Hole League Open Golf, 10am Walk/Ride, 3pm 13 OPEN GOLF Walk/Ride, 3pm 12 OPEN GOLF Walk/Ride, 3pm 11
TMGA Play Open Golf, 10:30am Walk/Ride, 3pm 21 TWGA Play LPGA 18-Hole League Open Golf, 10am Walk/Ride, 3pm 20 OPEN GOLF Walk/Ride, 3pm 19 OPEN GOLF Walk/Ride, 3pm 18
TMGA Play Open Golf, 10:30am Walk/Ride, 3pm 28 TWGA Play LPGA 18-Hole League Open Golf, 10am Walk/Ride, 3pm 27 OPEN GOLF Walk/Ride, 3pm 26 OPEN GOLF Walk/Ride, 3pm 25
Grille Room & Patio Open for Lunch
Grille Room & Patio Open for Lunch
Grille Room & Patio Open for Lunch Fajita Night; 5-8:30pm
Grille Room & Patio Open for Lunch 31
Grille Room & Patio Open for Lunch & Dinner
Grille Room & Patio Open for Lunch & Dinner
Grille Room & Patio Open for Lunch & Dinner 30
Grille Room & Patio Open for Lunch & Dinner Book Club; 9:30am Grille Room & Patio Open for Lunch & Dinner Sunday Brunch; 10am-2pm
Grille Room & Patio Open for Lunch Grille Room & Patio Open for Lunch Prime Rib Night; 5-8pm 28 29 Grille Room & Patio Open for Lunch & Dinner
Grille Room & Patio Open for Lunch
the club: (941) 756-7775 | www.taragcc.com | 6602 Drewry’s Bluff | Bradenton, FL 34203
Grille Room & Patio, Open for Lunch Trivia Night; 5-8pm 27
A u g u s t F I T N E S S & R E C R E A T I O N C A L E N D A R
Craft Group, 10-11:30am 10
Group, 10-11:30am 17
Yin/Yang Yoga, 9:30am Water Aerobics, 10am 16
Volleyball, 10am 15
Aerobics, 10am Open Bocce Play, 5pm 7
Aerobics, 10am Open Bocce Play, 5pm 14
Volleyball, 10am Level 1 Yoga, 3pm 13
Craft Group, 10-11:30am 24
Aerobics, 10am Open Bocce Play, 5pm 21 Water Volleyball, 10am Level 1 Yoga, 3pm 20 Water
Pool Hours: MondaySunday, Dawn to Dusk | Bocce Court Hours: MondaySunday, 8am to Dusk | Tennis Court Hours: MondaySunday, 8am10pm | Pickleball Court Hours: MondaySunday, 8amDusk Court Sports Group Play Hours: MondaySaturday, 8:30am10:30am | Thursday, 4:30pmDusk | Sunday, 9am11am | Fitness Center Hours: MondaySunday, 5am9pm *Sanitizing stations are available in the Fitness Center. Please be considerate of others when using the facility and wipe down all equipment after use with the provided disinfectant wipes. For questions or more information, contact the appropriate instructor: Beginner Line Dancing, Donna Breeden: breedend2002@yahoo.com | Level 1 Yoga & Yin/Yang Yoga, Susan H: sassyoga8@gmail.com Chair Yoga & Yin/Restorative Yoga, Marjorie C: mcrawford7@verizon.net | Water Aerobics, Donna Bowdoin: (713) 289-0690 Deep Stretch, Amber Thielen: ambermthielen@gmail.com 31 30 Water Aerobics, 10am Open Bocce Play, 5pm 28 Water Volleyball, 10am Level 1 Yoga, 3pm 27 Water Aerobics, 10am Deep Stretch, 6-6:45pm 26 Beginner Line Dancing , 1-2pm No Need to Register 25 Craft Group, 10-11:30am Yin/Yang Yoga, 9:30am Water Aerobics, 10am Water Volleyball, 10am 29
