TARA - Newsletter June 2024 - FINAL

TARA COMMUNITY NEWS

MESSAGE

FROM

PHILLIP PARSH, PRESIDENT

Tara Board of Directors

Your board of directors has been very busy, all nine committees have been organized for this season and are making plans to ensure the Tara community is moving forward with some exciting new upgrades. A general contractor has been chosen for the vacant lot development and the new pickleball amenity is moving closer to reality. I anticipate that the new amenity will be complete in the first quarter of 2025. We understand that this has been a very slow process and would like to thank our members for their patience.

We are in the process of upgrading the irrigation system at the front of the clubhouse. This is the first step in the beautification of the clubhouse grounds. The House committee is also working on and planning to have the clubhouse restrooms updated, as well as the clubhouse front doors replaced. These three projects will be paid for out of our reserve account. A plan is being developed for the clubhouse to be refreshed and updated. This project is slated to start the summer of 2025. I will continue to update the Tara community on these and any other projects around the club.

I would like to thank everyone for their continued support.

TARA COMMUNITY NEWS

MESSAGE FROM TIM SCHAEFER, GENERAL MANAGER tschaefer@taragcc.com

Summer is upon us! As several of our Members have traveled north during this time of year, the club has adopted our normal summer hours, effective June 1st. As a reminder we will be closing our food and beverage earlier on Saturday evening to match our Monday hours. The snack bar/concession stand will be closing at 3pm each day for the Summer.

I wanted to thank everyone for their patience as we worked to resolve the pool issues we experienced in early May. A contributor to our chemical imbalance ended up being three leaks that have been repaired. A special thank you to Donna Bowdoin for her expertise in helping us work through to the remedy. Brett Allen and Frankie Diaz, our maintenance team, have attended a pool maintenance class to gain greater knowledge in this area. We are working to become less dependent on our outside vendors in this area.

As we plan our summer maintenance projects, we will continue to focus on safety for our Members and personnel. We look forward to working with our House Committee as they look to address the front doors of the clubhouse. We have added another defibrillator and hired an outside vendor to inspect and stock all our defibrillators on a quarterly basis. We have also hired a contractor to repair the piping and concrete by the southwest corner of the clubhouse.

I would like to introduce Nicole Byrnes, who is our new Administrative Assistant. Nicole is from Rochester, NY and relocated to Sarasota in 2021. She most recently worked for a national property management firm, so she has experience and knowledge in homeowners and condominium associations. Nicole enjoys traveling, outdoor activities, music, and is a huge Dallas Cowboys fan.

As a reminder, please call Brashella Keys of Hampton Golf at 1-904-6049216 if you have any billing or payment questions or concerns. She will be happy to help you!

Enjoy your summer!

Tim Schaefer

IN DEEPEST SYMPATHY:

Sam Alioto: April 2024 | Clifford Hodapp: May 18, 2024

Melvin (Mel) Goldberg: May 21, 2024

Our TARA family is keeping the loved ones in our thoughts & prayers.

SUMMER HOURS:

Dining Hours:

Monday – Saturday Lunch: 11am – 4pm

Tuesday – Friday Dinner: 5pm – 8pm (No dinner service on Saturday evenings) Sunday Brunch: 10am – 2pm

For Reservations, please call: 941-756-7775 x1242

Bar Hours:

Saturday – Monday: 11am – 6pm

Tuesday – Thursday: 11am – 8pm Friday: 11am – 9pm

Snack Bar Hours (Concessions at Pool) Monday – Sunday: 9am – 3pm

WELCOME NEW MEMBERS:

Mrs. Mary Bonk & Mr. Ronald Grembos - Golf 6727 Drewry’s Bluff

Mr. Kevin and Mrs. Colleen

Cunningham – Golf

6807 Stone River Road #206

Ms. Christine Eltz – Golf

6611 Stone River Road #102

Ms. Denise Missonak – Golf

6401 Turner’s Gap Road

TARA GOLF HAPPENINGS

MESSAGE FROM MISSY WILLIAMS, HEAD GOLF PRO 941.758.7961 x1226 | mwilliams@taragcc.com

Happy summer all! As the summer heat and drought is still happening, we are reminding you to please make sure all cigarette and cigar butts are properly disposed of. This could potentially create a large issue if one of these catches fire on the course with the dryness.

Using the bathrooms: With respect to all the owners that live on property and have a great view of the course, we remind you to use the restrooms at all times while playing golf. Stop after 9 or 18 (if making the turn) to use the many available facilities at the clubhouse. Bring your fobs for easy access to the bathrooms at the pool.

UPCOMING CLOSURE OF THE COURSE REMINDER: July 8th – 14th the golf course will be closed for the second aerification of the season. The pro shop will be open from 7:00 – 2:00 daily during that week. If you would like to visit one of the many reciprocals, please call or visit the golf shop and we

RECIPROCAL GOLF PROGRAM

We hope all Members near and far are enjoying a wonderful start to the

TARA COURSE HAPPENINGS

MESSAGE FROM DON ABELL, COURSE

SUPERINTENDENT

941.751.5593 | dabell@taragcc.com

Aerification is a mechanical process which causes a short term disruption, but has long term benefits for turfgrass on the golf course. Aerification relieves soil compaction, removes thatch and creates pore space for air to get to the root zone. In fact, the condition of a green has a lot to do with what goes on below the surface. In order for grass to grow at a 1/8 inch, it must have deep healthy roots. Good roots demand oxygen. In good soil, roots get the oxygen from tiny pockets of air trapped between soil and sand particles. Overtime, the traffic from golfers and regular maintenance tends to compact the soil under the putting green. When this soil becomes compacted, the air pockets are severely reduced which in turn keeps the roots from growing. Without oxygen, the grass plants become weaker and will be unable to survive.

Remember, aerification is one of the most important cultural practices that we do to the golf course to relieve compaction. This process will help keep the golf course in the best possible condition throughout the year.

The following is the aerification schedule for the summer of 2024:

• July 8th – July 14th Second aerification, Fairway Verticut

• September 9th – 11th Final aerification

Don Abell

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.

JUNE WORKSHOP TOPIC: TBD

An announcement will come via email from Resource Property Management. If you are not getting our emails (this is the fifth workshop), please reach out to get your email on the list. Contact cstewart@resourcepropertymgmt.com

DATE AND TIME: JUNE 23 @ 4-6 PM

LOCATION: TARA GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB BEAU & BONNIE ROOMS

SPEAKER: TBD

PLEASE RSVP TO TMA.DIRECTOR2@GMAIL.COM

NEXT EVENT: JULY 28 @ TARA PRESERVE COMMUNITY CENTER

Send your plant questions to ManateeMG@gmail.com

There are Free Manatee County Landscaping and Irrigation Consultations.

Deb Mazzaferro

TMA Director

Tara Master Association Landscape Committee

TARA FOOD & BEVERAGE NEWS

MESSAGE FROM MORGAN BUECHNER, F&B MANAGER

941.758.7775 x1230 | mbuechner@taragcc.com

Tara’s social committee is inviting you to come dance to a little bit of rock and a lot of country with the Rye Road band on June 8th! Encourage you to wear denim and boots as you and your neighbors boot scoot and boogie the night away! The entertainment starts at 6:30pm with dinner beginning at 6:15pm.

Celebrate Father’s Day with us on Sunday June 16th. Offering our enhanced Sunday brunch buffet from 10am- 3pm. Where we’ve got everything, you need to make every dad feel special.

Also, join us in our monthly 2 for $50 Night on June 12th and Prime Rib Night to follow on June 26th, 2024.

Starting Saturday June 1st, we will start our summer hours at the Snack bar Monday- Sunday 9am- 3pm. Also, the clubhouse hours on Saturdays will be adjusted to 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.

DINNER

TUESDAY, JUNE 4 5 - 8 PM

DINNER

SATURDAY, JUNE 8 | 6 - 9:30PM COME

BINGO NIGHT

Menu

All entrées

SHRIMP SCAMPI

Fettuccine pasta, shrimp, tomatoes, garlic, lemon, white wine and asparagus tips, served with garlic bread

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

CHICKEN MARSALA

Pan-seared chicken breast, mushroom wine sauce, vegetable du jour and linguine pasta

BEEF LASAGNA

Layers of pasta, ricotta, bolognese and marinara, topped with Béchamel, served with vegetable du jour

PORK CHOPS

Two grilled pork chops with fried rice, snow peas, carrots and a sweet Asian glaze

Dessert

PEACH PIE WITH WHIPPED CREAM 2

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.

BRUNCH

SUNDAY, JUNE 16 | 10AM - 3PM

MENU

Chef-Prepared Salads | Fresh Fruit | Mini Danish Shrimp Cocktail & Smoked Salmon Display

Assorted Breakfast Breads & Whipped Butter

Chef-Prepared Omelets with All the Fixings

Complimentary Glass of Champagne, Mimosa or Juice

Chef-Carved Honey-Glazed Pit Ham with Dijon Mustard Glaze

Chef-Carved Prime Rib with Creamy Horseradish Sauce

SIGNATURE BUFFET

Applewood-Smoked Bacon | Eggs Benedict Corned Beef Hash | Biscuits & Sausage Gravy

Mango-Glazed Roasted Chicken with Coconut Rice

$30 PER MEMBER

$15 PER MEMBER’S CHILD

$38 PER GUEST

Home-Fried Potatoes | Stir-Fried Vegetables Breakfast Sausage Tara Soft Serve Ice Cream Bar with Assorted Toppings Fresh Brewed Coffee & Tea Please

TUESDAY, JUNE 18 5 - 8 PM IN THE MAIN DINING ROOM

BINGO NIGHT

MEXICAN TRAIN AT TARA

MESSAGE FROM ROSMARIE BUXBAUM

All Aboard!!!

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 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.

If you have any questions, please contact Rosmarie Buxbaum at rosmarieb@ rogers.com

If you are interested in attending, please register in advance with Rosmarie Buxbaum at rosmarieb@rogers.com or Text 941-909-5632

Rosmarie Buxbaum

TARA BOCCE NEWS

MESSAGE FROM ROSMARIE BUXBAUM

BOCCE BALL LEAGUE 2023-2024

What a great season we had for the Tara 2023-2024 Fall/Winter Bocce Ball League. From November 2023-March 2024 we had 24 teams playing with upwards of 225 people involved, for 15 weeks, one night a week. Standings were sent out each week and the playoffs, which started on March 12 were made up of the top placed 8 teams.

BALL KNOCKERS – PETE BLADES – CAPTAIN – 25 POINTS

THE BOCCERS – DON MCINTYRE – CAPTAIN – 22 POINTS

THE STONE RIVER POSSE – SUSIE WOLFF – CAPTAIN – 22 POINTS

AMACI – LOU SPIZZIRRO – CAPTAIN – 21 POINTS

THE BIG LABOCCE – DAVID CARTWRIGHT – CAPTAIN 21 POINTS

MISSION IMBOCCEBALL – JOHN HMELNICKY – CAPTAIN – 21 POINTS

ROGUE ROLLERS – BOB COUGHLIN – CAPTAIN – 21 POINTS

VILLAGE PEOPLE – JUDY GERMAIN – CAPTAIN – 19 POINTS

On Thursday March 28, the final Playoff match of the Tara Bocce ball league for the Fall and Winter season was played at 4:00. The Village People won in a playoff against The Big Labocce. During the finals each team won one game so there was a one end roll off to break the tie. It was a very close game.

It was great to see so many people coming out to support this final match. After the game there were 154 people registered to go inside for a burgers, sausage and salads buffet dinner where the Bocce Championship trophy was presented. What a great way to end the 2023-2024 Bocce season.

Rosmarie Buxbaum

May was another fun month at the club! I hope all of our seasonal friends got home safely. Thanks to all the members that donated to our food drive for the Meals on Wheels Plus of Manatee County, we donated approximately 6 barrels of food for those in our community that are food insecure. WE continue to make a positive impact in our community! As we enter summer our Friday Happy Hour entertainment schedule goes to every other week; check the Social calendar so you don’t miss out. Make sure to make reservations for the Rye Road band on June 8, they are a super band that will not disappoint. As we plan another great year of fun please email any recommendations for entertainment as we will be booking in late June. For planning we wanted to let everyone know that there will not be an Arts & Crafts Market this year.

Cheers, Emily Acklin

acklinemily@yahoo.com

CRAFT GROUP SATURDAYS

EVERY SATURDAY | 10 - 11:30 AM IN THE GOLF SHOP CONFERENCE ROOM

Calling All Crafters! The Tara Craft Group welcomes all those interested in various crafts. Join us whenever you like and share your fun ideas. We do many fun things: knitting, crocheting, painting, jewelry, sewing, beading, paper art and more. Bring whatever you like including your favorite designs.

No experience needed. For more information, please contact: Linda Little: 828.243.6519 or Marge Palacio: 941.932.6365

TARA JUNE COMMITTEE MEETING SCHEDUELE

MEETINGS ARE HELD IN THE GOLF SHOP CONFERENCE ROOM*

*Unless otherwise noted - Calendar is subject to change

AD HOC VACANT LOT

June 10: 2PM

June 24: 2PM

ARC

June 19: 3PM

COMMUNICATIONS

June 4: 3PM

FINANCE

June 20: 3PM

FITNESS & RECREATION

June 17: 3:30PM

GOLF

June 3: 9AM

GREENS

June 24: 9AM

HOUSE

June 5: 3PM

LONG RANGE PLANNING

June 10: 12PM

June 24: 12PM

SOCIAL

June 19: 10AM

OPEN GOLF Walk/Ride, 3pm 8

GOLF Walk/Ride, 3pm 21 OPEN GOLF 8 am Shotgun Fairways to Freedom 1pm ss event 22 OPEN GOLF Walk/Ride, 3pm 1 TMGA Play, 8am Open Golf, 11am Walk/Ride, 3pm 26 TWGA Play 8:30am TT LPGA A League, 9:30am Walk/Ride, 3pm 25

OPEN GOLF Walk/Ride, 3pm 7

Niners, Scarlett’s & Execs, 8:30am Shotgun Open Golf, 9:30am Walk/Ride, 3pm LPGA AA 9 Holes, 5:30pm 6

TMGA Play, 8am Open Golf, 11am Walk/Ride, 3pm 5

TWGA Play 8:30am TT LPGA A League, 9:30am Walk/Ride, 3pm 4

OPEN GOLF Walk/Ride, 3pm 3

OPEN GOLF Walk/Ride, 3pm 14 OPEN GOLF Walk/Ride, 3pm 15

Niners, Scarlett’s & Execs, 8:30am Shotgun Open Golf, 9:30am Walk/Ride, 3pm LPGA AA 9 Holes, 5:30pm 13

Niners, Scarlett’s & Execs, 8:30am Shotgun Open Golf, 9:30am Walk/Ride, 3pm LPGA AA 9 Holes, 5:30pm 20

Niners, Scarlett’s & Execs, 8:30am Shotgun Open Golf, 9:30am Walk/Ride, 3pm LPGA AA 9 Holes, 5:30pm 27 28

GOLF Walk/Ride, 3pm 29 OPEN GOLF Walk/Ride, 3pm 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 J u n e G O L F E V E N T S C A L E N D A R

OPEN GOLF Walk/Ride, 3pm 2

TMGA Play, 8am Open Golf, 11am Walk/Ride, 3pm 12

TWGA Play 8:30am TT LPGA A League, 9:30am Walk/Ride, 3pm 11

OPEN GOLF Walk/Ride, 3pm 10

OPEN GOLF Jr. Tour Event, 12pm Walk/Ride, 3pm 9

TMGA Play, 8am Open Golf, 11am Walk/Ride, 3pm 19 TWGA Play 8:30am TT LPGA A League, 9:30am Walk/Ride, 3pm 18 OPEN GOLF Walk/Ride, 3pm 17 OPEN GOLF Walk/Ride, 3pm 16

GOLF Walk/Ride, 3pm 24

GOLF Walk/Ride, 3pm OPEN GOLF US Kid’s Jr. Tour Event 12pm Walk/Ride, 3pm 23 30

Lunch & Dinner BINGO, 5-8pm 25 Grille Room & Patio, Open for Lunch Board Meeting 24 Grille Room & Patio, Open for Lunch & Dinner 27 28 Grille Room & Patio, Open for Lunch & Dinner 29 Grille Room & Patio, Open for Lunch Sunday Brunch, 10am-2pm 23

Grille & Dining Room Hours: Brunch: Sunday, 10am-2pm | Lunch: MondaySaturday, 11am-4pm | Dinner: TuesdayFriday, 5-8pm For reservations, please call: (941) 756-7775 x 1242 Bar Hours: SaturdayMonday, 11am6pm | TuesdayThursday, 11am8pm | Friday, 11am9pm For more information, please visit: www.taragcc.com or Comcast Channel 195 For more information, please contact the club: (941) 756-7775 | www.taragcc.com | 6602 Drewry’s Bluff | Bradenton, FL 34203 Sunday Brunch, 10am-2pm

J u n e 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 8

Volleyball, 10am 6 Craft Group, 10-11:30am 15

Aerobics, 10am Yin/Restorative Yoga, 1:30pm Open Bocce Play, 5pm 5

Yin/Yang Yoga, 9:30am Water Aerobics, 10am 14

Volleyball, 10am 13

Aerobics, 10am Yin/Restorative Yoga, 1:30pm Open Bocce Play, 5pm 12

Volleyball, 10am Level 1 Yoga, 3pm 11

Craft Group, 10-11:30am 22

Volleyball, 10am 20 Craft Group, 10-11:30am 1 Water Aerobics, 10am Yin/Restorative Yoga, 1:30pm Open Bocce Play, 5pm 26 Water Volleyball, 10am Level 1 Yoga, 3pm 25 Water Aerobics, 10am 24

Aerobics, 10am 10 Beginner Line Dancing , 1-2pm No Need to Register

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. 30 Beginner Line Dancing , 1-2pm No Need to Register 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

Aerobics, 10am Yin/Restorative Yoga, 1:30pm Open Bocce Play, 5pm 19

Volleyball, 10am Level 1 Yoga, 3pm 18

Aerobics, 10am 17 Beginner Line Dancing , 1-2pm No Need to Register 16 Yin/Yang Yoga, 9:30am Water Aerobics, 10am 21

Beginner Line Dancing , 1-2pm No Need to Register 23 Water Volleyball, 10am 27 28 Yin/Yang Yoga, 9:30am Water Aerobics, 10am 29 Craft Group, 10-11:30am