TARA DIRECTORY
MAIN CLUB HOUSE PHONE NUMBER: 941.756.7775
EXTENSIONS:
GENERAL MANAGER: 1222 | DAVID TAYLOR
ADMINISTRATION: 1229 | JILL OROLOGIO
ARC (ARCH. REVIEW): 1221 | NICOLE BYRNES
F&B | EVENTS: 1230 | MORGAN BUECHNER
MEMBER BILLING : 1223 | BRASHELLA KEYS
GOLF SHOP: 1231 | MARLENE, RICK & MICHAEL
GOLF PROFESSIONAL: 1226 | MELISSA WILLIAMS
FIRST ASSISTANT GOLF PROFESSIONAL: 1241 | NATE WEBER
RESTAURANT & RESERVATIONS: 1235 & 1242 | LIZETH, ERIC & ALAINA
SNACK BAR: 1227 | NANCY & STEPHANIE
TARA COMMUNITY NEWS
MESSAGE FROM
PHILLIP PARSH, PRESIDENT
Tara Board of Directors
I would like to wish everyone a happy holiday, for those who are visiting family and friends be safe on your travels. The beautification of the clubhouse grounds has started, and we will continue to see improvements throughout the upcoming months. We also look forward to an updated and new refreshed look in our clubhouse. The front of the clubhouse restroom remodel is a preview of things to come. The vacant lot development is underway and is scheduled to be completed in the summer, this new amenity will add to the value of the community and is a continuation in our efforts to create a lifestyle feel to Tara. I would like to thank all our volunteers for their hard work in making these improvements come to life.
David has been our General Manager for seven weeks, his ability to hit the ground running has been very helpful and I am excited to see what improvements David will bring to the Tara community.
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 DAVID TAYLOR, GENERAL MANAGER dtaylor@taragcc.com
Dear Tara Golf and Country Club Members,
As we embrace the beauty of the holiday season, I hope this message finds you surrounded by warmth, joy, and the spirit of togetherness. Our recent Thanksgiving buffet and to-go options were a resounding success, and I extend my heartfelt gratitude to each and every one of you who participated. Your enthusiasm and support truly make our community special.
We hope you are enjoying our new Wine Down Wednesday and Saturday Gameday Bites with complimentary snacks while supplies last. These types of events are to help welcome everyone back from the Summer as well as bring the Membership together for the Holiday Season.
A highlight of November was undoubtedly the Westbound and Down Band. The energy and camaraderie they brought to our club were infectious, reminding us of the joy that live music can bring to our lives. It’s experiences like these that enrich our time together, and I’m excited to announce that we will be hosting more events like this as we continue through the season.
I also want to take a moment to express a big thank you from the entire Team for your generous contributions to the Employee Holiday Fund. Your kindness and support mean so much, and they enable us to create a joyful and festive atmosphere for everyone. It’s your generosity that makes our community feel like family.
Looking ahead, I invite you all to our much-anticipated Christmas Eve Brunch. This event has become a cherished tradition at Tara Golf and Country Club, and I encourage you to make your reservations early. With a delicious spread and festive atmosphere, this brunch promises to be a wonderful way to celebrate with family and friends.
As we gather together this season, let’s reflect on the joy and gratitude we share. Here’s to celebrating our community, making new memories, and fostering the connections that make Tara Golf and Country Club a truly special place.
Wishing you all a joyous holiday season filled with peace, love, and laughter.
Respectfully,
David Taylor
IN DEEPEST SYMPATHY: Joyce Bohlin
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
Happy Holidays! This is to remind you that a new dress code has been officially approved. We kindly request that you ensure that you, your family, and your guests are fully informed of these changes prior to your arrival for golfing activities. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in this matter.
GOLF COURSE & ALL PRACTICE FACILITIES DRESS CODE POLICY
Gentlemen: All Ages Collars shirts with sleeves, slacks, walking shorts or golf shorts are considered appropriate attire. Shirts must be buttoned, tucked in unless the style of shirt dictates otherwise. Hats, caps and visors must be worn with the bill facing forward. Sweatshirts, jackets and sweaters are permitted in cooler/ cold weather. Rain suits are permitted during inclement weather. Cargo pants, cargo shorts (loose fitting, casual slacks/shorts with patch pockets), warm up suits, work out shorts and jeans are NOT allowed.
Women: All ages golf dresses, skorts, shirts, slacks, blouses, shells, skirts, walking shorts or golf length shorts are considered appropriate attire. Sleeveless shirts require a collar. Shirts with sleeves do not require a collar. Sweatshirts, jackets and sweaters are permitted in cooler/cold weather. Rain suits are permitted during inclement weather. Appropriate golf shoes or sneakers are required.
Missy Williams
TARA COURSE HAPPENINGS
MESSAGE FROM DON ABELL, COURSE
SUPERINTENDENT
941.751.5593 | dabell@taragcc.com
Golf course maintenance will over seed the Tee’s and the driving range tee starting on December 10th . The reasons Tara over seeds these areas is that the rye grass is a cool season grass that will not go dormant during the cold months and also it can handle the wear traffic from all of the golfers. The tees get so much foot traffic in season the Bermuda grass would become worn down very quickly and get thin. The rye grass will remain actively growing and stay green during the winter months. The process actually starts a couple of weeks before the seed is put on the course. On November 26th , a pre-emergent herbicide is applied around every tee with drop spreaders to help prevent rye grass from germinating outside the target zone. The rye seed will be applied, fertilized and watered heavy for the first 10 days. Once the seed is germinated, mowing will take place to encourage the growth of the rye grass. This process is tedious but when the rye grass has germinated the results are impressive. When standing on the tee the golfer can see a distinct line between the over seeded tee and the rough due to the pre-emergent application. The whole overseed process is used to enhance the aesthetics of the golf course as well as the playability during the cold winter months for the golfer. Enjoy this year’s overseed! On November 26th the course will be closed in the afternoon for a wall to wall fertilization, verticut and topdress and pre-emergent application.
Don Abell
TARA FOOD & BEVERAGE NEWS
MESSAGE FROM MORGAN BUECHNER, F&B MANAGER
941.758.7775 x1230 | mbuechner@taragcc.com
This holiday season, we invite you to participate in our traditional Golf Cart Parade on December 13, followed by a delightful Christmas Eve Brunch on Tuesday, December 24, from 10 AM to 2 PM.
Prepare for our spectacular New Year’s Eve celebrations. Our special dinner starts at 5:30 PM in the main dining area, featuring talented violinist Olivia White, who will perform 6 PM to 9PM.
The festivities will continue with our New Year’s Eve Bash beginning at 9 PM, complete with dancing, a photo booth, and plenty of fun! Don’t miss the champagne toast at midnight as we welcome 2025.
On behalf of my entire Team, I wish everyone a joyous holiday season and happy New Year.
Reservations can be made online or by calling us at 941-756-775 Ext 1242. We appreciate your continued support and encourage you to try our Grab & Go service. You can conveniently place your order through our mobile app or website during regular lunch and dinner hours. Your next to-go meal is just a click away!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
TARA MASTER COMMUNICATION
MESSAGE FROM KIM LOSKOTA, PRESIDENT
Tara Master Association (TMA) is now managed by Condominium Associates.
Residents should understand the hierarchy of our community. Imagine the TMA as an umbrella over the Tara Golf and Country Club and the Preserve.
The Tara Master Association is your volunteer board that manages several aspects:
• We collect an annual assessment that covers:
• Cable and internet service which we negotiate,
• Maintain the main entrance at SR70 and Tara Blvd’s landscaping, lighting and irrigation,
• Manage the streetlights on Tara Blvd from SR70 to Tara Preserve Lane,
• Insurance,
• Defend against issues that negatively impact our community like speeding and the proposed apartments.
• Condominium Associates manages the following:
• Pay our bills,
• Negotiate contracts like insurance, storm clean-up, contractors, etc.
• Sends out announcements via email and mail,
• Manages questions from homeowners,
• Assists the board with a review of all our reserves and budget so we stay fiscally healthy.
These are the highlights of our association. We also have great committees that assist the board with maintaining the quality and beauty of our community.
Happy holidays to all our residents!
Sincerely,
Kim Loskota
President
Tara Master Association
TARA MASTER 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. Whether or not you manage a landscape, these seminars bring a wealth of knowledge about our natural environment. We hope to inform you about the possibilities available to us collectively and individually to enhance our community and improve property values by managing wetlands, pests and beauty. Please attend to learn more about Florida’s unique eco-system.
Topic: Planting a Winter Vegetable Garden
Speaker: Mack Lessig, Community Gardens Program Specialist, University of Florida IFAS Extension
Date: January 16, 2025
Time: 4:00 - 5:30 pm
Location: Tara Golf & Country Club, Beau and Bonnie Conference room RSVP: https://forms.gle/r2SwJWsgd34YPjpT8
Topic: Bats and Their Benefits
Speaker: Carla Hebert, Florida Bat Conservancy
Date: February 20, 2025
Time: 4:00 - 5:30 pm
Location: Tara Golf & Country Club, Beau and Bonnie Conference room RSVP: https://forms.gle/bbZ3aq5gzS4CnDg98
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/
From Karen Cardozo, TMA Landscaping Chair: “Happy Holidays!
As we all continue to recover from the effects of Hurricane Milton, your TMA Landscape Committee remains committed to working with our landscaping vendor to have them complete some clean up activity (weeding & small debris pick up along Tara Blvd) and prioritize actions focused on restoring our property. In late November through early December, you will start to see some results of our efforts - colorful Sunpatiens will be planted in the flowerbeds at the front entrance & exit, as well as around the tree rings in the medians. In addition, some of the plants in the medians that were impacted by the hurricane’s strong winds will be replaced and the entire property will be mulched.
The TMA Landscape Committee is also responsible for the holiday lights at the front entrance & exit and we are currently working with our vendor to schedule installation.”
Deb Mazzaferro
TMA Director
Tara Master Association Landscape Committee
TARA BOWLING NEWS
MESSAGE FROM PAM STEVENSON
pamste1@msn.com
Start the New Year off with a new activity. Come join us!
We have such fun! This is a friendly crowd. We cheer everyone on! No need to be a good bowler. Many of us haven’t done this in decades!!
League starts again January 14th, 2025, for 14 weeks ending April 15th, 2025. Get out your bowling shoes, pick up your bowling ball (or rent them at the bowling alley) and come join us!
Looking forward to seeing everyone again and lots of NEW people
3 Games for $17 plus 2 more free each week to practice!
Email pamste1@msn.com if you would like to have a go or have any questions! Teams are forming so get your name down now. Come make new friends!
See you on the alley!
Pam Stevenson Chair, Fitness and Recreation Committee
BRIDGE AT TARA
ATTENTION ALL TARA BRIDGE PLAYERS!
The Mixed Duplicate Bridge Group is open to all Tara and Tara Preserve men and women who like to play bridge. This is a casual group and is NOT sanctioned by ACBL.
• When: 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of every month from 6:00 pm to 8:45 pm.
• Where: Beau Room
• Cost: $1 per person for prize money
• How to sign up: Email Karen Clark at kcnurse@comcast.net (if you do not have email access call at 941-744-7008)
• Everyone will sign up as an individual. You will choose your own partner when you sign in to play.
Karen Clark DANCE AEROBICS AT TARA
Come join us for an hour of low impact, high intensity, choreographed aerobics and strength training routines to some of the latest and best diverse music.
Put on your most supportive shoes, grab some water and join us for some fun and dance.
Barb Hytell
TARA EUCHRE PLAYERS
MEXICAN TRAIN (DOMINOES) AT TARA
MESSAGE FROM ROSMARIE BUXBAUM
ALL ABOARD!
Mexican Train is a fun dominoes game for everyone! If you would enjoy a fun, social, no cost evening this is for you. If you are new to Tara it’s a great way to meet new people and make friends! Singles, couples, all welcome.
Mexican Train is run the first Wednesday evening of every month (except July) at the Tara Clubhouse. It is a type of a Dominoes game. There are many versions of Mexican Train. You do not need to know how to play. Our Table Captains will help guide you through the rules that we play by.
If you are interested in attending, please email Rosmarie Buxbaum at: rosmarieb@rogers.com and you will be added to the Mexican Train email list for future game nights.
Mexican Train Future Dates:
Wednesday, December 4 | 6:15-8:30pm
Wednesday, January 8 | 5:30-9pm | With Buffet Dinner
Wednesday, February 5 | 6:15-8:30pm
Wednesday, March 5 | 5:30-9pm | With Buffet Dinner
Wednesday, April 9 | 6:15-8:30pm
Wednesday, May 7 | 6:15-8:30pm
If you have any questions, please contact Rosmarie Buxbaum at: rosmarieb@rogers.com
Rosmarie Buxbaum
TARA TROTTERS
MESSAGE FROM THE FITNESS & RECREATION COMMITTEE
To help connect Residents with similar fitness and training goals, we are launching the Tara Trotters group. All interested runners and walkers are welcome to join us every Tuesday and Thursday at 7am at the fitness center.
This is a wonderful opportunity to stay active, meet fellow Members, and work towards your fitness goals in a supportive and fun environment.
If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to Pam Stevenson at: pamste1@msn.com.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Best regards,
Fitness and Recreation Committee
7AM AT THE FITNESS CENTER
YOGA AT TARA
Did you know that Tara has a Hole-n-One Club? Don’t lose out on a pocket full of SWEEPS for golf shop purchases!
HERE’S HOW IT WORKS AND HOW TO JOIN:
Contact Jill at jorologio@taragcc.com or see her in the Administration Office to let her know you want to join in on the fun! That’s all it takes and you’re now a member of the club.
HERE HOW IT WORKS:
1. Each time a Member of the club gets a Hole-n-One he or she is declared a WINNER and ALL Hole-n-One Club Members will be charged 4.50 to their Member account.
2. Members of this exclusive club then have one week from the day of publicly posting the winner’s name in the Grill Room to redeem a beverage of choice.
3. The number of club Members who do not redeem their beverage from the Grill Room within the designated week get tallied up.
4. We then multiply the $4.50 by the number of those who did NOT indulge in a beverage from the Grill Room.
5. That cash balance is then awarded to the WINNER’S ACCOUNT in forms of SWEEPS for purchases in the golf shop.
Winnings have been anywhere between $400- $850+ in SWEEPS (not redeemable for cash).
Don’t Miss Out – Join Now!
Did you know Tara has a shoe cleaning station along the short wall by the cart barn?
After your game of golf, clean yourself up by pulling the trigger on the compressed air shoe cleaner. Blowing off all the grass clippings makes for a cleaner you! No grass being dragged into the car or the club house!
HOUSE COMMITTEE
FROM OUR HOUSE TO YOURS
Greetings Members!
We’re excited to announce that the front bathroom remodel has been completed. This project turned out beautifully and we’re confident you will be pleased with the outcome as well.
Our brand-new front doors are here and will be installed very soon. Keep on the lookout as they will be stunning! We have had four workshop presentations at the club for members to see our Refresh concepts and to ask questions regarding the project. The final presentation will be December 20th. You are invited and encouraged to attend the final presentation at 10:00 am, either in person or via Zoom.
ZOOM INSTRUCTIONS:
Meeting ID: 858 2223 1624
Passcode: HOUSECMT
Invite Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85822231624?pwd=NVNDNHhUcGdqalF3Vk5VQ3VIVGRLdz09
Tara House Committee
SOCIAL COMMITTEE
Our fundraising for Answer to Cancer SRQ was met with tremendous generosity. The “Make it Pink” Friday’s and the golf outing raised $14,034.38! What an amazing contribution we have made. Thank you to all that participated in the events and planned this years efforts. A special thanks to Patti Isenberg, Laurie Cagle, Jane O’Tain, John Bourjaily and the crew that planned the golf outing. Everyone had a great time for a wonderful cause. Please see the email below that we received for our donation.
We hosted the fall fashion show to a sold-out crowd with a Janet Carr Pop-Up Boutique to shop for clothing and accessories. We were able to donate $1235 to Oneco Elementary! Their Assistant Principal Maria Lehman was a model at the show and also keynote speaker where she shared with the attendees the needs of the students at Oneco. The willingness to give to our community to make an impact to better the lives of people around us is so impressive. We should all be proud to be a part of TGCC!
December is a busy month for all of us at the club and with family and friends. Don’t miss out on the annual Christmas Cart parade on Friday, December 13. Line up in the clubhouse parking lot by 4:45 and we will depart at 5:00 sharp. Details of the parade route have been emailed to members (it is the same as last year).
Just a heads up to mark your calendars for our two big shows in January and February. January 18 and 19 is Almost Abba (an Abba tribute band, music from the movie Mama Mia) and February 7 and 8 The Britins will return for a tribute concert to the Beatles. More details will be release approximately one month prior to the event.
Emily Acklin
HEARTFELT
THANKS FOR YOUR SUPPORT OF ANSWER TO CANCER SRQ
To the Community at Tara Golf and Country Club,
On behalf of our breast cancer research project, Answer To Cancer SRQ, we want to extend our sincere gratitude to you all, for your generous support. Your commitment to helping us fund innovative research focused on Aging and Breast Cancer Metastasis means the world to us and to the countless individuals and families touched by breast cancer. If our researcher, Dr Ana Gomes, is successful it will have an impact on other forms of cancer as well.
Thanks to partners like you, we are making significant strides towards better understanding and ultimately overcoming the challenges of this disease. Your support not only provides crucial funding for this work but also sends a message of solidarity and hope to the entire breast cancer community.
We look forward to keeping you updated on the progress of our project and the impact that your support is helping to create. Thank you once again for joining us in this fight and for helping us take steps closer to a cure.
We are humbled by your generous support, Eileen Cantarella and Ronni Loundy
THE FOLLOWING IS A PERSONAL NOTE TO TARA SUPPORTERS FROM OUR RESEARCHER, DR GOMES AT MOFFITT CANCER CENTER, TAMPA
Thank you for your generous help supporting our mission to eradicate breast cancer metastasis. Your donation has enabled us to learn more about what causes breast cancer metastasis to arise as well as how differences in patients age significantly affect breast cancer metastasis occurrence. With your support we have already made significant progress towards understanding the effects of aging in breast cancer metastasis, including the identification of a potential novel therapeutic target with high effectiveness in older people. Please consider continuing to support breast cancer research in the future, together we can move towards a world where breast cancer can be cured.
Warm regards, Ana
NOVEMBER 8:
BookClub
DECEMBER 13:
JANUARY 10:
AUGUST 9: REMARKABLY BRIGHT CREATURES by Shelby Van Pelt
SEPTEMBER 13:
OCTOBER 11: SPARRING PARTNERS by
NOVEMBER 8:
DECEMBER 13:
JANUARY 10: LEST SHE FORGET by Lisa Malice
TARA DECEMBER COMMITTEE MEETING SCHEDULE
MEETINGS ARE HELD IN THE GOLF SHOP CONFERENCE ROOM*
*Unless otherwise noted - Calendar is subject to change
AD HOC VACANT LOT
December 9 & 23: 2PM
AD HOC CLUB REFRESH
December 2, 16 & 30: 10:30AM
ARC
December 18: 3PM
COMMUNICATIONS
December 3: 3PM
FINANCE
December 19: 3PM
FITNESS & RECREATION
December 19: 3PM
GOLF
December 9: 9AM
GREENS
December 30: 9AM
HOUSE
December 4: 3PM
LONG RANGE PLANNING
December 9: 12:30PM
SOCIAL
December 18: 10AM
