TARA - Newsletter November 2024 - FINAL by HGMarketing

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 PRO: 1226 | MELISSA WILLIAMS

GOLF PRO 1ST ASSISTANT: 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

The summer months are behind us, I am looking forward to the busy season and the return of our up north friends and neighbors.

This past summer has been challenging with three major storms that affected the Tara community. The most recent hurricane Milton was a direct hit and caused significant damage to our amenities. However, we should feel very fortunate that the damage was not worse, the eye of Milton passed directly over our community. Management has stepped up and worked together and put a plan together to get all our amenities open. Our insurance will kick in to help with the costs and our insurance deductible fund will also help to fund the repairs and clean up.

Your Tara board has worked closely with management and the finance committee to develop the 2025 annual budget. Your board is making sure that management is as efficient as possible when maintaining and operating the various areas of our club. We are very aware of the importance of keeping our costs manageable and being sure that Tara offers value second to none.

The Annual Interim Membership Program has been extended for 2025 with your board approving 25 Memberships. This program brings in a significant amount of revenue that helps keep the owners’ costs reasonable.

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,

I want to thank all of you for the warm welcome you gave me and my family in the first 30 days at your club. It was not exactly what I had in mind with Hurricane Milton hitting my first week, but we are stronger for it.

As we take a moment to reflect on the challenges we’ve faced, we remain hopeful that we can put Hurricane Milton behind us and focus on the good times ahead at Tara Country Club. Together, we can emerge stronger, ready to embrace the upcoming holiday season and all the joy it brings. Let’s recap some of the hurdles our club and community have overcome from that devasting storm.

Hurricane Milton Impact Summary:

• We lost nearly 50 trees on the golf course, which will require some time for recovery, but we are committed to restoring its beauty.

• The golf course maintenance building sustained some damage, but our team is working diligently to address the repairs.

• Our clubhouse roof has experienced damage, resulting in some water intrusion inside; rest assured, we prioritized its restoration.

• The pool awning had a middle arm break, but we’re already on top of repairs to ensure it’s ready for your enjoyment.

Through these challenges, Tara remains the phenomenal club you all cherish. Our spirit and community are what make this place special, and we’re excited to welcome you and your loved ones to our Grand Thanksgiving Buffet. This event is not just about good food and company; it’s about celebrating resilience and coming together as a community.

We can’t wait for the season to kick off! So, let’s look forward to the laughter, the memories, and the joy that lies ahead.

Respectfully,

David Taylor

WELCOME NEW MEMBERS: Michelle & Parker Bradley – Golf | 6503 Stone River Road

Robert Levesque – Golf | 6501 Stone River Road

TARA GOLF HAPPENINGS

MESSAGE FROM MISSY WILLIAMS, HEAD GOLF PRO

941.758.7961 x1226 | mwilliams@taragcc.com

We’re looking forward to putting the hurricanes behind us for the season so that we can once again enjoy some fantastic golf! Our calendar is already filled with exciting events for the upcoming season. Our staff is eagerly anticipating the return of a full golf course bustling with people!

UPCOMING FUN EVENTS:

• November 23rd – 18 and Dine – 1:00 shotgun

Football theme, wear your favorite jersey

• December 21st – 9 and Dine – 3:00 shotgun

Ugly sweater contest – Wear your obnoxious sweaters

• January 26th – 18 and Dine – 1:00 shotgun

Naughty and Nice Scramble event – good pin positions and naughty pin positions

• February 9th – 9 and Dine – 3:00 shotgun

Sweety event, love is in the air

• April 6th – 9 and Dine – 3:00 shotgun

Masters Green event – wear your best Masters green outfit

Missy Williams

TARA COURSE HAPPENINGS

MESSAGE FROM DON ABELL, COURSE

SUPERINTENDENT

941.751.5593 | dabell@taragcc.com

BALL MARK REPAIR

Ball marks are those indentations on the green caused when a ball lands sharply on the green. Par three greens typically have the most ball marks due to the shorter irons that are hit into the green. Please repair your ball marks before you make your putt. An unrepaired ball mark may take two to three weeks to heal, leaving behind unsightly and uneven putting surfaces. On the other hand, a ball mark repaired correctly may take half the time to heal. There is really not much to fixing a ball mark the correct way, but there are a few guide lines you need to follow when making these repairs. You need a ball repair tool, knife, or even a tee. You want to insert your tool at the edges of the ball mark, and not in the middle. You will want to gently bring the edges toward the center with a slight twisting motion, be careful not to lift the center tearing the grass. Once you have the indentation repaired, gently tap the mark with your foot or the bottom of your putter face. When you are done, there should be a surface that you yourself would want to putt over. Beginner or pro, it is your responsibility as a golfer to fix your own ball marks. If you are a real steward of the game, then you will fix any other ball marks you see while waiting for your partners to putt out.

Don Abell

TARA FOOD & BEVERAGE NEWS

MESSAGE FROM MORGAN BUECHNER, F&B MANAGER

941.758.7775 x1230 | mbuechner@taragcc.com

Join us in honoring our Tara Veterans on Monday November 11th, 2024. Our Celebration begins at 5:00pm. We will have live entertainment by the Bradenton Jazzmen from 6-8pm. If you have a photo you would like to have on our display table, please email or drop it off.

Enjoy a delicious to-go dinner on Thanksgiving Day make sure to complete your order form and return to hostess or email your order to: mbuechner@ taragcc.com due by November 22nd. Also, make your reservations for our Thanksgiving Buffet on November 28th times starting at 11am.

Tara’s Social Committee presents Kick up your heals with Westbound & Down local best southern rock & roll band on Sunday November 17th, 2024. Make sure to come enjoy this amazing outdoor event with neighbors and wear your best hats and boots.

Also, join us in our monthly Prime Rib Night to on November 13th, 2024. 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 to-go 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.

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.

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 26 5 - 8PM

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 MASTERS COMMUNICATION

MESSAGE FROM KIM LOSKOTA, PRESIDENT

Dear Tara Residents,

Hurricane Milton showed its force in our neighborhood!

As a community, we had various levels of destruction with trees down, lots of plant debris, fence blown over, lights knocked off their brick base, etc. The Tara Master Association has assessed all the damage for which it is responsible, and our landscape contractor has already started the process of cleaning up the areas that we manage. Some of the replacement of items will take time whether it’s due to waiting for contractors or obtaining the supplies we need.

The hurricane also meant the continuing mediation meeting regarding the proposed apartment complex on Stone River Road and Tara Blvd was canceled, with no new date scheduled yet. As we learn more, announcements will be shared with the community.

Homeowners will begin to receive new information from Condominium Associates, our new association management company, as we transition to them on November 1st. Please read your emails for important news to help make the transition smoother.

As a community, we continue to work through whatever comes our way and keep Tara a beautiful place to live!

Sincerely,

Kim Loskota

President Tara Master Association

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.

Topic: Bees, their Benefits and Providing a Bee Friendly Garden

Speaker: Joyce Fassbender, Xerces Society for Invertebrate Conservation

Date: November 24, 2024

Time: 4 - 5:30pm

Location: Tara Preserves Community Center

RSVP: https://forms.gle/eng7GkGkW9dDE8BN8

From Karen Cardozo, TMA Landscaping Chair | Irrigation System Update:

“For those of you who sustained damage to your homes from Hurricane Milton, I’m truly sorry and I hope your repair efforts go smoothly.

Fortunately, the hurricane didn’t seem to cause any major damage to our community’s landscaping. Our landscaping vendor completed the storm debris cleanup at our entrance and along Tara Blvd a few days after the storm.

Our next step is to determine the extent of damage to any trees, plants & flowers and develop an action plan for addressing any issues.

We ask that you please be patient as this will take some time - especially since we expect to encounter supply issues as we are one of numerous communities in Florida that will need landscaping materials.

Over time, our community’s beautiful landscaping will be restored - we are Tara Strong!”

Deb Mazzaferro

TMA

Director

Tara Master Association Landscape Committee

TARA BOWLING NEWS

MESSAGE FROM PAM STEVENSON

pamste1@msn.com

Art says “FLUKE or A MIRACLE”

Bowling League has started again, and we are all having fun and some of us or should I say one of us - great success!

CONGRATULATIONS!! to Art Mullins!! He bowled a 223!! We are all thrilled for him! He claims it was a Miracle!! Umm perhaps...

Most of us are thrilled if we make 3 digits. We still enjoy the evening of bowling and camaraderie with friends and neighbors even if the gutter receives a good many of our balls.

If you want to give it a try, come join us one night as a sub. $16.75 for all 3 games. Tuesdays at Bowlero, Cortez Rd starting at 6 pm

Email Pam Stevenson at pamste1@msn.com if you would like to give it a go or have any questions.

Pam Stevenson Chair, Fitness and Recreation Committee

BRIDGE AT TARA

MESSAGE FROM KAREN CLARK

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

• 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.

• Cost: $1 per person for prize money

Join us on November 6, 2024 for some fun bridge!

Karen Clark

DANCE AEROBICS AT TARA

MESSAGE FROM BARB HYTELL

262.880.2777

Dance Aerobics is being offered at Tara Fitness Center on Mondays at 9 am.

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

MEXICAN TRAIN AT TARA

MESSAGE FROM ROSMARIE BUXBAUM

ALL ABOARD!

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, November 6: 6:15pm Wednesday, December 4: 6:15pm

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

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!

HOUSE COMMITTEE COMMUNICATIONS COMMITTEE

FROM OUR HOUSE TO YOURS

What a whirlwind this month has been - literally! Thankful that we are all safe and sound after Milton!

The front bathroom remodel completion date was delayed a bit with the weather but will be opening soon! Please continue to use the two bathrooms located at the far end of the dining room until this project has been completed.

Also due to the storm, the previously scheduled Refresh Workshop will now take place on November 15th. You are invited and encouraged to attend either the 10:00am or the 4:00pm sessions for that day. We hope you can attend 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

November 2nd, and November 30th, we are introducing a grilling station of hot dogs, hamburgers, and chicken sandwiches by the snack shack. Golfers may pre-order from the course. Grilling will be available between 11-3 pm. Grab your meal and head to the clubhouse for a bit of the 3 F’s: fun, fellowship, and football.

Happy Fall Everyone!

Tara House Committee

SOCIAL COMMITTEE

October was a crazy month. I hope this finds everyone safe and getting back into the swing of things! Your social committee has been working hard to plan lots of fun things for everyone. The Fall Fashion Show on November 4 will feature a Pop-Up Boutique to shop for clothes (XS - 1XL) and accessories before and after the show. Credit Cards (no processing fee) and cash will be accepted. 10% of the sales and a 50/50 raffle will be held to raise money for Oneco Elementary School.

• November 1 is our first Karaoke for the season!! Start warming up your pipes and plan on impressing everyone!

• November 8 - Spin the Groove with DJ Lucy

• November 11 - join us for a special Veteran’s Day dinner featuring the Bradenton Jazz Band. Reservations are open now!

• November 15 - All Requests All Night with Asher.

• November 17 Kick Up Your Heels with Westbound & Down for an outdoor party on the driving range! Reservations are open for this event so make sure to sign up!

• November 22 - DJ Dana

• November 29 - No Entertainment

Mark your calendar to come help decorate the club for the holidays on November 25 at 9 am.

Cheers,

Emily Acklin