IHCC 2025 June Newsletter by IdleHourCC

THE IDLE HOUR

MESSAGE FROM THE GENERAL MANAGER

Dear Idle Hour Members,

Happy June! As summer unfolds, I hope you’re finding time to relax, reconnect, and enjoy all the beauty and community Idle Hour provides

The club is alive with activity from afternoons by the pool and casual gatherings at the Splash Bar, to lively card games and evenings on the terrace. It’s a wonderful time to make the most of your membership and create lasting memories with family and friends.

Behind the scenes, our team has been working diligently to ensure every detail contributes to a seamless and elevated member experience From menu enhancements and improved ticket times in the kitchen to focused training for our service teams, we remain committed to constant improvement. If there’s ever something we can do better, please don’t hesitate to share I welcome your feedback.

Thank you for being part of what makes this club so special Here’s to a summer filled with sunshine, laughter, and exceptional hospitality

As always, if you have any questions or thoughts about what’s shared below, feel free to stop by my office or reach out directly at 760-272-5600. I always welcome the opportunity to connect.

Core Values at the Heart of Idle Hour: Idle Hour’s Core Values aren’t just words on a wall they’re what shape the way we show up for one another, every single day. From warm greetings and timeless traditions to family-friendly experiences and a shared sense of community, these values Excellence, Family-Friendly, Tradition, Integrity, Community, Etiquette, Quality, and Sustainability help make the Club feel like home. They guide our service, our standards, and the way we continue building something special together

Club Benchmarking Presentation: For those who were unable to attend the Club Benchmarking presentation on May 6th, a full recording is now available on the Club website I encourage you to take a moment to view it at your convenience In the presentation, Tom Olsen of Club Benchmarking offers a valuable look into key performance indicators across our industry and within our peer group highlighting where Idle Hour stands. This is the data that informs strategic decisions and long-term planning.

If you have any questions or observations about the information presented, I’d be happy to connect and discuss further.

Inside the Ropes: Facilities Tour: Happening Once Per Month – Now Through November: I’d like to personally invite you to join me for a behind-the-scenes tour of Idle Hour Country Club.

This is a unique opportunity to explore areas you don’t typically see like our kitchens, service spaces, and even the pump house while I share how we bring the Idle Hour experience to life each day.

Whether you're curious about club operations, have questions, or just want a deeper look into what makes Idle Hour tick, I’d love to have you join me

Tour Details:

Date: Saturday, June 28

Time: 11:00 AM

Meeting Location: Reception Desk

Reservations are required.

Please RSVP by June 25, by emailing frontdesk@idlehour.cc. I

MESSAGE FROM THE GENERAL MANAGER

2025 Idle Hour Vine Society: Are you passionate about wine? Welcome to a "club within the club" exclusively for the oenophiles of Idle Hour the Idle Hour Vine Society (IHVS)

Membership Benefits:

Exclusive Discounts: Enjoy special discounts on the club's wine list

Educational Opportunities: Participate in wine education sessions to expand your knowledge and appreciation

Tastings and Dinners: Attend exclusive wine tastings and dinners, curated to enhance your palate and deepen your wine experience

Diverse Selection: Access a broad selection of wines available for order at substantial discounts, perfect for those looking to explore beyond the club’s offerings. These wines will need to be purchased, stored, and enjoyed at the club.

The Idle Hour Vine Society is perfect for members eager to delve deeper into the world of wine, offering a rich blend of experiences and exclusive perks Join us to elevate your wine journey and connect with fellow wine enthusiasts For more information regarding the Idle Hour Vine Society or to sign up please feel free to call me at 760-272-5600 or email ckennedy@idlehour cc Cheers!

An Evening with Daou Vineyards: Raise a glass and join us at Idle Hour on Wednesday, June 25 at 6:00 PM in the Ballroom for a vibrant evening celebrating the bold, beautiful wines of DAOU Vineyards.

Chef Dillon has crafted an unforgettable four-course culinary experience, each dish designed to pair perfectly with DAOU’s signature varietals rich, expressive, and full of character. Whether you're a longtime wine enthusiast or just looking for a memorable night out, this is one you won’t want to miss. For more information, please see the attached event flyer or call 760-272-5600 Cheers to great wine, great food, and even better company!

Celebrating Sharron Richie: A Legacy of Dedication at Idle Hour Country Club!: Sharron joined Idle Hour on August 15, 2007, as our Housekeeping Supervisor, bringing with her a strong background in hotel hospitality. After years in the hotel industry, a chance stop at the Club following a heartfelt personal loss led her to a new beginning From her very first steps inside, Sharron felt at home

Over the years, she’s been a quiet force behind the scenes, taking pride in “bringing rooms back to life” and cherishing the calm beauty of early mornings at the Club As she retires on June 1, Sharron looks forward to time with her husband and grandchildren

We are grateful for her dedication and warmth and she will be deeply missed. Thank you, Sharron!

Recognizing Excellence: Employee of the Month: We take great pride in recognizing outstanding efforts by awarding deserving individuals with the designation of Employee of the Month and potentially Employee of the Year

While nominations typically come from managers and peers, we would love for our members to be part of this recognition process as well If you witness a team member going above and beyond, please don’t hesitate to let us know Your feedback means the world to our staff and helps us celebrate those who make a real difference.

EOM Nomination Form: https://form.jotform.com/251002495619051

Quote of note: “Gratitude is when memory is stored in the heart and not in the mind ” - Lionel Hampton

Thank you again for your continued support and enthusiasm. As pool season gets underway, here’s to a month full of sunshine, laughter, and great moments with family and friends.

Looking forward to seeing you around the Club!

In Service and gratitude,

Chris

CASUAL DINING ROOM:

(Formerly the CLUB DINING ROOM)

• The Casual Dining Room is open year-round.

• Casual dining for families and those who wish to dine in a casual, relaxed setting.

• Children are encouraged, nicely tailored denim is always welcome, and the TV will always be on

• Small Plate and Signature Drink Menu, All Day Dining Menu and Daily Lunch and Dinner Specials, Children's and Young Adult Menu are always available. Breakfast available on weekends.

• Reservations are suggested to better accommodate your speciﬁc needs.

• Parent`s, NOT Club Staﬀ members, are responsible for the conduct of their children at all times Running through the club, yelling, and playing in Lockers Rooms is not acceptable behavior.

THE CLUB BAR:

• The Club Bar is open year-round.

• Relaxed seating, available for cocktails, drink specials, beers on tap and a Small Plate and Signature Drink Menu. All Day Dining Menu and Daily Lunch and Dinner Specials also available. Breakfast is available on weekends

• TV's will be available for sports and special televised events as requested

• Both nicely tailored denim and more formal attire welcome.

• Reservations permitted.

• Use of The Club Bar by children 12 and under is prohibited

• No one under the age of 21 is permitted to be seated at the bar

UPPER & LOWER CLUBHOUSE TERRACE and FINE DINING ROOM PORCH:

• Open May 1st thru October 30th (weather related)

• Dining for families and those who wish to dine in a relaxed outdoor setting.

• Small Plate and Signature Drink Menu, All Day Dining Menu and Daily Lunch and Dinner Specials, Children's Menu is always available

• Reservations are recommended to better accommodate your speciﬁc needs

• Country Club Casual attire is considered appropriate dress and is deﬁned as collared shirt and dress slacks or Bermuda shorts for men and the equivalent attire for women. Appropriate golf and tennis attire are permitted; however, swim-wear is not

MEN'S GRILL:

• The Men`s Grill is open year-round

• Available solely for men's breakfast, lunch, card playing, and for gathering after golf except during Club wide events and occasional dinner service Reservations not required unless determined by management

LADIES LOUNGE & CARD ROOM:

• Available exclusively for the ladies' a la carte lunch, card playing, and for gathering after golf.

FINE DINING ROOM:

(Formerly the FAMILY GRILL ROOM)

• Open for ﬁne dining from October 1st thru April 30th on Weekends (Thu-Sun) beginning at 5pm.

• Thursday - Sunday: Jackets recommended;

• Special Events and Holidays: Jacket and Tie required

• Reservations are strongly suggested to better accommodate your speciﬁc needs

• Daily Specials and Clubhouse menu available.

• Children are welcome; however, we ask that parents be vigilant in the supervision of children with the understanding that this is an adult environment.

• The Fine Dining Room is available for use from May 1st through September 30th for private and club events In the event of weather-related issues, management may open the Fine Dining Room at their discretion.

THE ASHLAND ROOM:

• Private formal dining available upon request

• The Ashland Room may be reserved for private parties.

THE BALLROOM & SUNROOM:

• More reﬁned than the Club Bar, with multiple relaxed seating areas, available for cocktails, drink specials, & Beers on tap from the Club Bar.

• More formal attire as well as nicely tailored denim is welcome.

• Use of The Ballroom by children 12 and under is prohibited.

• The Ballroom may be reserved for private parties

IHCC IMPORTANT POLICIES:

• No one under 21 is permitted to sit at ANY bar at IHCC including Splash Bar

• Children under the age of 13 are not permitted to dine in the Club Bar

• No ball-caps are to be worn inside any IHCC dining outlets.

Idle Hour News

“ROCKSTARS”OFIDLEHOUR

Please join us in congratulating team members Agustin Mojica-Villanueva and Noah Alexander for earning the title of Idle Hour “Rock Stars”.

We recognize and appreciate their desire and dedication to go above and beyond in taking care of members and their fellow teammates. They embody the mission and vision of our club and consistently strive to make us a robust and welcoming private club providing the best experience that Lexington and the surrounding area has to offer. More than just great team members, their contributions make the team great!

Agustinhasgoneaboveandbeyondthispastmonthby helpingotheremployeeslearnhowtodoadvancedtaskon multipleoccasions.(Teachingsomeonetomowfairways, andanotheremployeeonhowtousethetractorblower)as wellashavingaverypositiveattitude.

Agustinshowedintegritybecausehewasnotaskedtoteach theseemployeesbuthetookinitiativeanddidit.His willingnesstoteachhisfellowcrewmembersshowsthathe caresabouttheoverallqualityandexcellenceoftheclub

Agustin Mojica-Villanueva

Noah has gone above and beyond this month, He is willing to help out wherever needed and always ask what should be done next. He is a valuable team member always pitching in.

The wrong patio was broken down for a private event The next day this was explained to him and with no hesitation he reset it back to its original setup by himself

Noah Alexander

GRADUATES

Class of 2025

Emily Catherine Howell

Daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William J. Howell III

Graduated Magna Cum Laude with Honors in Psychology from Davidson College on May 18, 2025

Will pursue MS in Cognitive Psychology from Vanderbilt University

KatherineJessupSautter

Katherine Jessup Sautter

Daughter of Mr & Mrs Justin G Sautter

Graduate of University of St Andrews, Scotland with BSc (Honors) in Financial Economics and Management

Moving to London, England in August 2025 to study at Imperial College, MSc

Corporate Finance and Accounting

JamesGatewoodFreeman

James Gatewood Freeman (Woods)

Mr & Mrs George Freeman

Washington and Lee University

BA Economics and US History

BenjaminLeeFallon

Benjamin Lee Fallon

Dr and Mrs Luke Hagyard Fallon

Ben is graduating from Sayre School

Ben will be attending Wake Forest University in the Fall

GrahamPatrickHarris

Graham Patrick Harris

Dr and Mrs Jason Harris

Lexington Catholic High School

Attending Texas Christian University (Neeley School of Business)

EmilyCatherineHowell

Firecracker Pickleball: 11:00am-12:30pm

Pool Games: Start at 12:30pm Soda Dive * Money Dive* Biggest Splash * Beer Dive *

Fun on the Lawn for kids: 1:00pm-4:00pm Balloon Artist * Face

Painter * Inflatables * Snow Cones

Independence Day Buffet: 5:30pm - 8:30pm Fireworks: Approx. 9:45pm

4THOFJULYBUFFET

BARSELECTIONS

JULY 4TH CELEBRATION GUIDELINES

Wristbands

All members and their guests will be required to wear club issued wristbands while on grounds, and these must be reserved and picked up before the holiday. Wristbands will be required for all food and beverage service throughout the day as well. In recent years, we have seen an increase in uninvited individuals simply showing up at the club on the 4th of July, and our wristband policy is designed to help our employees and security personnel identify authorized members and guests

Guest Fees

There will be a $25 fee for every non-member guest who uses the club during the 4th of July Holiday

This fee is in addition to our normal à la carte guest fees for golf, racquet sports, pool usage, and dining Reservations are required. There is no restriction on the number of paid guests for the day, and there is a 72-hr. cancellation policy.

Lost Wristbands

Members must go to the front desk and purchase another wristband if lost or left behind. Each replacement wristband is $25

Seating

Parking Passes

Each family will be allowed 1 parking pass for entrance to the club grounds Parking passes need to be picked up at the front desk prior to the holiday and displayed on the front dashboard upon entering the Holiday Road gate

July 4th Buffet

Chef Dillon has a great menu planned for the evening. As a reminder, all à la carte food service in the Clubhouse will cease at 2pm. Chef will be offering a holiday buffet, and members and guests will be charged appropriately when making reservations.

Private Security

We will have a larger security presence during the holiday They will be responsible for securing the premises and granting access to members and their registered guests.

Table selection for this year’s festivities will take place on Saturday, May 31st, at the reception desk, starting at 9 a m and ending at 9 p m Table selection is first come, first served and must be done in person Reservations and location requests received after this time will be at the discretion of club management We will do our best to accommodate all requests.

PLEASE NOTE: Once the party size and location are “confirmed”, any variances to the confirmed party size (up or down) will likely affect the time, table size, and location of the reservation, regardless of when booked. For more information, please call the Front Desk at 859.266.1121 or email at frontdesk@idlehour.cc.

Event Location Details:

Pool Deck Tables – Available first come first serve on the day of the event. Holding tables for occupancy later is NOT permitted.

Upper Terrace – A total of 18 tables will accommodate parties between 2 - 8 people. A few larger tables will be added to accommodate up to 12 people. Reservations required.

Lower Terrace – A total of 11 tables will accommodate parties between 2 - 8 people. A few larger tables will be added to accommodate up to 12 people. Reservations required.

Fine Dining Porch - A total of 5 tables will accommodate parties between 2 - 5 people. Reservations required.

Covered Lawn Area “Small Tent”– 9 tables will accommodate parties between 8 - 14 people. Reservations Required.

Covered Lawn Area “Large Tent”– Open seating that is available first come first serve on the day of the event. Putting Green Tables – Open seating that is available first come first serve on the day of the event.

J u n e 2 0 2 5

Whereare youfrom?

I was born and raised in the Philippines, but I have been living in the states for three years now

Whatisyourjobtitleandhowdid yougetintothiscareer?

My job title is Server. I got into this field since I was a kid helping my mom in our small restaurant in the Philippines My mom is a great cook, and I always helped her in the kitchen and served food as well to our customers during my elementary and high school days After graduating from high school, I worked in fast food and in a Japanese restaurant, and I enjoyed doing it! I’ve always enjoyed being around people and making sure they have a good time Honestly, I needed a job, but what started as a way to pay bills has actually turned into something I’ve really enjoyed and learned a lot from.

The opportunity to connect with members and guests and making them happy with the service that I provide. Seeing a member enjoy their meal knowing that I helped create a positive ambiance is satisfying I also appreciate the opportunity to acquire new knowledge every day Furthermore, being part of a team that collaborate to create an enjoyable experience for members and guests is a valuable aspect.

Whatmotivatesyouatwork?

I'm motivated by the opportunity to continuously improve and learn new things in the hospitality industry Whether its mastering new menu items, perfecting my service techniques, or working effectively as part of a team. I'm always striving to enhance my abilities

Liah pictured above with her son

What’sonethingonyourbucketlist?

raveling with my son, whether inside or outside the ountry is on my yearly bucket list. This year, we are lanning to go to Hollywood California.

Whatdoyouliketodooutsideofwork?

Outside of work, shopping with friends and playing cards are things I enjoy Spending time with my son is a must, fishing trips, road trips, as well as watching Filipino Soap Operas when I'm at home

The 1960's

Written by: Richard M Bean

July 31, 1960

University of Kentucky student Joe Day Harkins gives swimming lessons to Ann Bakhaus

Please note the shack in the background. It was famous for its’ hamburgers!

Crowded Conditions:

THE 1960s

The year started out with 486 Senior members, plus 36 Juniors, and 69 non-residents, for a total of 600 The Board went back to the system of taking in only the sons and daughters of the members, due to “crowded conditions ”

The Board decided to look at the Idle Hour's facilities and formed several committees to work on the project New buildings and renovations of the older ones were estimated to have a cost of between $256,000 and $300,000 which could be raised by assessing each member-$500 to $700

The Board would keep looking at such a project

Social life was thriving and the club held one big dance with the nationally known band of Lester Lannin He was paid $700 for the 'set' In May the C V Whitneys gave a pre-Derby party at the club Later in May there was a luncheon honoring the president of the Square D Company The Executive committee for 1961 would include Ted Bassett, president, Sam Walton, Harkness Edwards, and Warren Wright as members

The proposed building expansion plans were surveyed and the membership again had a mail-in vote. 310 voted yes, 57 said no, and 200 abstained. The plans were adopted and put into action.

Skullduggery afoot. The Board found that there were discrepancies in the kitchen inventory and operation, which were then investigated and corrected. Another interesting tid-bit was the story about the overcharging on the bar bills for members holding parties. The club charged William Hillard $1,159 for his party, and after discussion about the costs of the drinks, reduced it to $750 Then, Mr and Mrs Whitney received a refund of $600 for their champagne bill There had been some problems with Chef Broca's calculations It turns out that with the bottles charged for, the group could not have possibly walked out of the dining room The Board decided to "refund the money " The club's dining room would be kept open daily until 9 PM and on Saturdays until 10 PM And, the Board voted to keep it operating in January

At the December meeting, the Executive Committee reported that club use was down, costs up, and the club was suffering from poor management by the department heads The Executive Committee reported that the club needed to hire a professional manager The Board agreed and gave the Executive Committee power to seek and hire a manager

The January 1963 annual general meeting of-the Bondholders attracted 32 participants, which was quite large for the event. There were now twelve on the Board of Governors, after the addition of Hope Wiedemann, Clay Simpson, and Alex Campbell. The Executive Committee was abolished. David Trapp, retiring President of the Junior Board, presented a list of suggestions to the Bondholders. He had figured out that the average member only spends about $40 annually, and that only 200 out of 500 members used the club regularly. David offered many suggestions to help solve the problem.

The final estimate for the building project came to about $500,000 and this worked out to require an assessment of $ 200 a year for the next five years for each member The club was fortunate enough to have two active members who were knowledgeable about construction: Alex Campbell, on the Board, and member J T Perry who was a major building contractor in this area They investigated the proposed building plan and came up with some alternative solutions Their proposed plan was for J T Perry to do the actual construction, utilizing the Perry Lumber Company They anticipated the cost would be about $395,000 plus about $155,000 for decorating the buildings, or a total of $ 550,000 The Board also voted to add three new tennis courts onto the project

January 2 , 1962 nd Dance given by Mary Frances Jewell and Ann Price McLean

From left to right seated:Shelby Kinkead, MaryFrances Jewell (Hammond), Ann Price McLean (Fowler) and Robert G Walker

From left to right standing: Nan Willis and Brit Milward

November 24, 1961 Wedding Reception of BettyAnn Boyd and Samuel Kinkead Betty is tossing the bouquet from the balcony

The House Committee hired orchestras for eighteen engagements sixteen to be done by the band of Dick Webber, and two by Dave Perry’s band. A total of 27 new members were taken in for the year. Broca is still the food manager. The chef was named “Joseph”. Golf Professional Alvy Hume died in December The search committee came up with the name of Gordon Leishman for his replacement Mr Leishman had been named “Kentucky Professional Golfer for 1963”

There was a visit from Santa Claus which was different for the children Santa arrived in a helicopter owned and piloted by Idle Hour member Mrs. Marion (Judy) Short. She landed just outside of the clubhouse. She had -a marvelous record as a female helicopter pilot in the United States. Lots of fun.

Construction was the name of the new year in 1964:

The club was closed from January 1st to April 10th.Alex and J. T. completed the jobs “under budget and- on time”. This giant feat was an amazing accomplishment. During the construction, the Lexington Country Club offered-their facilities to the Idle Hour members. After the Idle Hour re-opened, the L. C. C. members were invited to a free cocktail party to repay them for their kindness. It should be noted here that relationships between the two clubs were always active and pleasant as the sports teams were meeting regularly in the central Kentucky country club tournaments. There were a good number of members who belonged to both clubs.

The club hired a Mr. Hoke as club manager, and Mr. Broca, now age 63, retired as food manager. The next building plans involved building a new large swimming pool to replace the older one. The new one would be located closer to the front gateway. There was talk about an accompanying “ summer house” next to the pool.

To pay for this, the members cheerfully coughed up about $98,000 a year over the next seven years Really, it was a marvelous job to provide the club members with a great deal of pleasure for the next fifty or more years

In 1965 Alex Campbell became the Chairman of the Board, and a Mr Lewis went to work as manager on a one year contract Member W T Young presented the Board with a set of revised regulations for the club’s operation, which was approved There were 34 new members accepted The financial statement for the first six months showed a loss of $15,000, after a $42,000 depreciation charge (which was pretty good)

The Board voted to renovate and irrigate the golf course with $150,000 as a maximum figure The new course plans required a new mower costing $21,000 When it was over, they had replaced six greens and enlarged twelve more, repaired a leaking pond, and brought the number of sand traps up to seventy - the work lasted through September

In November there was a cocktail party to raise funds for improvements at the Sayre School Later, the Board turned-down a request to hold a (public) Harvest Charity Ball And, among the new members was one John C Owens, who came with a fantastic golfing record

The club featured a Blue Grass Charity ball in January 1966 for 66 debutants. The Board authorized improving the kitchen for up to $12,000 and added $3,000 for fixing up a youth room below the kitchen. With all of the capital improvements the Board found it necessary to approve an assessment of $100 per member for each of the next two years.

Again the Board had trouble with management and formed an executive committee made up of four Board members to oversee the clubs day- to- day operations.

Dinner and Dance:

The Board hired the James Dorsey band for September 9th 1967 for $1,000 and then the Woody Herman band for October 24th for $1,000 a night By charging $15 each for a dinner and dance, the club about broke even The manager departed at the end of the year, and, a Mr Berger was hired as a replacement He was replaced the next year by a Mr Paul Kummer The dining room and bar showed a profit of $37,000 vs $16,000 in 1967, and the dining room had the largest volume ever, it almost broke even It was reported that the club ended 1969 with 607 members, including 534 Senior members

The prospects for a new swimming pool brightened with a committee of Ambrose Givens, Mrs. Reynolds Watkins, and Robert Mayes working out the troubles. In August, after much lobbying of the Board by the members, a new swimming pool was authorized for an estimated cost of $84,000. The Board voted to end the policy of golf and tennis tournaments which involved non-club members. The tennis program was supervised by George Carey and a new tennis coach, Mr. Duke Bogatay, was hired for 1969.

April 26 , 1967 th Cocktail Party given by Col And Mrs. Cloyce J. Tippett

From left to right: Mrs. Leslie Combs II, Mrs. Tippett, Mr. Combs, Mrs. Kenneth Ellis and Col. Tippett

Summer of 1968

From left to right at top: Hilary Boone, Mary Mac Boone

Bottom left to right: Hilary Boone Jr , Alex Boone

MATTHEW WHARTON

G O L F S U P E R I N T E N D E N T

JUNESIGNIFIESTHEARRIVAL OFSUMMER

After the winter and spring we’ve experienced this year, I am certain everyone will be excited to finally experience some summer like weather, when it decides to arrive. But before we have our fun in the sun, let’s quickly recap a truly historic meteorological spring (March 1 – May 31).

You may recall we had the third wettest April in Lexington history, and May continued the trend with almost seven inches of rain at the time of this writing. In fact, Lexington topped over twenty inches of precipitation during meteorological spring marking only the fourteenth time since the beginning of record keeping in the late 1800s that a meteorological season topped twenty inches precipitation.

But not only did May continue our wet trend, it was the coolest in Lexington in thirty-five years! That’s right, we only managed to hit 80 degrees on two occasions (May 11 and May 15) and you have to go back all the way to 1990 to find a year where Lexington failed to reach 80 degrees in May fewer times.

Despite the challenging conditions, the team has made great progress on the golf course. We have been working hard to improve the overall texture of our playing surfaces. On fairways we instituted a diamond direction crosscut and we added brushes to our approach mower to help lift prostrate growing grass blades. Putting greens were mowed numerous times the past month with grooming attachments to help tighten the canopy and we recently lowered the height of cut as we are preparing for two big events in June.

PERCENTGROWTH POTENTIAL.

Of course, this abundant rainfall means we are saving on irrigation costs, but the prolonged wet weather increases disease pressure which means plant protection applications are a must. It also means the grass wants to grow almost as fast as we can mow it, so the cutting routines are continuous and any time lost due to excessive rainfall makes clipping management challenging.

ZOYSIAGRASSON THEPRACTICETEE

The big question we are yet to answer is when everyone will finally be able to enjoy the new zoysiagrass on the practice tee. You recall we talked about that very topic a good bit in the May. Newsletter and recently I provided an update in the blog herehttps://kentuckygreenkeeper.substack. com/p/three-weeks-later.

Although I cannot predict exactly when the tee will be ready for use, I am confident we are getting closer each day. The truth is we are as anxious as you as we believe the new zoysiagrass will provide a more durable surface for lengthy practice sessions compared to our existing bentgrass.

To recap, we endured an extremely wet spring, and everyone is more than ready for summer. We have some big events on the schedule this month and we are working hard each day to present the golf course in the best possible condition for your enjoyment. Here’s to enjoying warmer and drier weather in Lexington, eventually.

Thanks for reading, and happy golfing!

-Matthew

A MESSAGE FROM YOUR GOLF PROFESSIONAL

PETE GARVEY

A Message from your Golf Pro

Dear Idle Hour Parent:

I’m happy to report that our Junior Golf Program is off to a fantastic start As of this writing, we have over 115 of your children registered to participate in one or more of our offerings Our most popular event is called Par Busters, which is designed to teach the junior golfer how to play as opposed to just swinging and hitting balls Don’t get me wrong, hitting balls is important, but far too many junior golf programs never make the leap from the range or indoor practice facility to the golf course Par Busters is the bridge to the course where we get the kids playing and teach them the rules and etiquette of the game The recommended ages for PB is 7-13 but we allow exceptions to those showing they can handle the hour-long practices and the 2 hours of play

In order for my professional staff to be fully equipped and prepared for each practice and play day, I need your help Please take a moment with each event to register your child for practice and or play My Head Assistant, Connor Bowen, sends a text message making it convenient to do so If you are not receiving our texts, please call the pro shop and give your cell number so that we can add you to the text service By registering your child for each event we can concentrate on your child’s safety and enjoyment

Thank you in advance for your help.

Sincerely,

PeteGarvey,PGA

Book your next massage and personal training appointment on the IHCC APP or www.idlehourky.com/wellness.

Hours

Monday – Friday 5:45am to 10pm

Saturday – Sunday 6:45am to 10pm

Massage

Phillip Daugherty 859-396-7753

Lisa Green 238-777-2295

Julie Fritsche 859-684-1622

Skin Care

Karianne Withrow 513-543-2316

Personal Training

Matt Kodrich 859-940-2313

Sandra Lankford 859-619-6414

Julie Fritsche 859-684-1622

Private or Semi Private Yoga

Sandra Lankford 859-619-6414

Focused YOGA

Thursdays10am

June’sFocus

Neck&Shoulders

Joinusforarejuvenatingfull-body yogaflowdesignedtocultivate strength,flexibility,andbalance throughouttheentirebody while givingextraattentiontoareasthat needitmost.Eachmonth,weshinea spotlightonaspecificpartofthe body,andthismonth,we’refocusing ontheneckandshoulders.

Begins June 3

Through dynamic movement, breathwork, and relaxation techniques, students will learn to manage stress, improve posture, and connect with their bodies in a positive way.

This fun and engaging yoga class is designed especially for older kids and teens to help build strength, flexibility, focus, and confidence on and off the mat.

TUESDAYS AT 12:45PM

$20 per class Sign up online to save your spot, Events tab on the IHCC app or calendar on www.idlehourky.com

GROUP FITNESS CLASSES

Tues 12:45-1:45pm Thurs 10-11am For the most up-to-date schedule please see the idlehourky com Calendar

Unfortunately we won’t have our Kid’s Mindful Yoga for the younger kids this summer, we hope to bring it back next year. Mon & Thurs 5:15-6:05pm

$20 per class

Online sign ups requested, go to Events tab on the IHCC App or Calendar on www.idlehourky.com

Sandra offers private and semi private yoga sessions. Privates allow focus that is catered to that one person ’ s ability, needs, goals, and issues. Semi privates allow two people to work towards similar goals. When the pair has different conditions the focus will be shared. Sandra will adapt the session as those needs change. Privates $75, Semi Privates $65 per person

To schedule your appointment, please call or text our esthetician, Karianne Withrow, at 513-543-2316.

PICKLEBALLEVENTS 2025 IHCC

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MAY 24

MAY 26

JUNE 21

JUNE 22

JULY 4

JULY 12

JULY 27

OPENING WEEKEND TENNIS & PICKLEBALL EVENTS: 12-3:30PM TENNIS 12-1:30PM PICKLEBALL 2:00-3:30PM

MEMORIAL DAY PICKLEBALL SOCIAL OPEN PLAY: 9:30-11AM

WOMEN’S MEMBER/GUEST: 9:30AM – 12:30PM

MIXED PICKLEBALL MEMBER/MEMBER: 9:30AM – 12:30PM

FIRECRACKER TENNIS & PICKLEBALL EVENTS: 9:30AM 12:30PM TENNIS 9:30-11AM PICKLEBALL 11AM-12:30PM

MEN’S DOUBLES TOURNAMENT

DINKS & DRINKS: 4-6PM

AUGUST 24

PARENT/CHILD PICKLEBALL TOURNAMENT: 9:30AM-12:30PM – YOUNGER KIDS 4-6PM – OLDER KIDS

SEPT. 1 LABOR DAY

TENNIS & PICKLEBALL EVENTS: 9:30AM-12:30PM TENNIS 9:30-11AM PICKLEBALL 11AM-12:30PM

SEPT 21

OCT 26

NOV 27

3RD ANNUAL VLASIC CLASSIC

JUNIOR PICKLEBALL TOURNAMENT

4TH ANNUAL NO FOWL PLAY THANKSGIVING CLASSIC 9:30-11AM

Sunday June 22nd 9:30am-12:30pm

JUNIOR

PICKLEBALL

CLINICS

All members must register for clinics in advance and commit to a 4-week session for junior clinics. There will be two 4-week sessions running on *Monday mornings. A make-up day will be scheduled following the end of the season to accommodate any missed days or rain cancellations.

Session 1:

4-week session June 2 – June 23; make-up July 28

9:00AM-9:45 AM : 6 & under - cost $68

9:45AM-10:30 AM: 7-8 yr. - cost $68

10:30AM-11:30 AM: 9-10 yr. - cost $80

11:30AM-12:30 PM: 11 & up - cost $80

Session 2:

4-week session June 30 – July 21; make-up July 28

9:00 AM-9:45 AM: 6 & under - cost $68

9:45 AM-10:30 AM: 7- 8 yr. - cost $68

10:30 AM-11:30 AM: 9-10 yr. - cost $80

11:30 AM-12:30 PM: 11 & up - cost $80

REGISTRATION OPEN!

wwwidlehourkycom/Play/Racquet Sports RegisteronlineorthroughtheAPP

PICKLEBALL ADULT CLINICS

All members must register for clinics in advance on the web site or through the Idle Hour APP Adult clinics begin May 3, 2025

Play with a Pro: – A great opportunity to see how you stack up against the Idle Hour Pickleball Pro! With an open play style format, you will play with and against the Pro and fellow members. The Pro will offer strategy tips and help fine tune your technique.

Saturdays 9:30-11 :00AM – cost $15

Beginner Clinics: These clinics are for those new to pickleball or have only been playing for a short time and still learning the fundamentals of the game.

Sundays 1:00-2:00 PM and Wednesdays 10:00-11:00 AM – cost $20

Intermediate Clinics: These clinics are for those who have been playing pickleball for a while, are able to rally, keep score, have proper serve technique, and want to learn game strategy.

Sundays 2:00-3 :00PM – cost $20 and Wednesdays 8:30-10:00 AM –cost $30

JUNIOR PROGRAM

The Idle Hour Junior Pickleball program will teach all the fundamentals of the game. Each week a new stroke will be introduced culminating to match play on the last day of each session.

Dinks & Drops - Week 1: Instructors will teach the proper grips, footwork and contact point that lead to successful dinks and drops.

Serves & Returns – Week 2: The benefits of the drop and volley serve will be explained along with the correct techniques of both. “Serve and stay” as well as “return and run” strategies will be introduced.

Volleys & Overheads – Week 3: Juniors will learn about the non-volley zone, the fundamentals of a punch volley and the footwork and paddle preparation needed for an overhead.

Game play – Week 4: Scoring and point production will be the focus for the final week. Juniors will learn to work together with their partner and how to keep score.

All members must register for clinics in advance and commit to a 4-week session for junior clinics. There will be two 4week sessions running on Monday mornings. A make-up day at the end of the season is for any missed days or rain cancellations.

Pickleball Clinics will be *Monday mornings

9:00 AM-9:45 AM: 6 & under. 9:45 AM-10:30 AM: 7- 8 year olds. 10:30 AM-11:30 AM: 9-10 year olds. 11:30 AM-12:30 PM: 11 & up.

TENNIS

CLINICS

All members must register for clinics in advance and commit to a 4-week session for junior clinics. There will be two 4-week sessions running on Tuesday and Thursday mornings. A make-up day will be scheduled following the end of the season to accommodate any missed days or rain cancellations.

Session 1:

4-week session June 2 – June 27; make-up Aug 1

9:00AM-9:45 AM : 6 & under - cost $68

9:45AM-10:30 AM: 7-8 yr. - cost $68

10:30AM-11:30 AM: 9-10 yr. - cost $84

11:30AM-12:30 PM: 11 & up - cost $84

Session 2:

4-week session June 1 – July 25; make-up Aug 1

9:00 AM-9:45 AM: 6 & under - cost $68

9:45 AM-10:30 AM: 7- 8 yr. - cost $68

10:30 AM-11:30 AM: 9-10 yr. - cost $84

11:30 AM-12:30 PM: 11 & up - cost $84

www.idlehourky.com/Play/Racquet Sports RegisteronlineorthroughtheAPP

wwwidlehourkycom/Play/RacquetSports RegisteronlineorthroughtheAPP

TENNIS

ADULT CLINICS

All members must register for clinics in advance on the web site or through the Idle Hour APP. Adult clinics will open middle / end of May..

All members must register for clinics in advance on the web site or through the Idle Hour APP. Clinics will open middle/end of May.

Beginner clinics: These clinics are for those new to tennis or have only been playing for a short time and still learning the fundamentals of the game.

Tuesdays and Thursdays 11:00am-12:00pm – cost $20

Intermediate clinics: These clinics are for those who have been playing tennis for a while, are able to rally, keep score, have proper serve technique, and want to learn game strategy.

Tuesdays and Thursdays 9:30am-11:00am, Saturdays 9:30am-11:00am – cost $30

2025 Idle Hour Racquet Sports Event

Tennis:

All members must register for events in advance

May 24 Opening Weekend Tennis & Pickleball Events: Tennis 12:00pm-1:30pm Pickleball 2:00pm-3:30pm

June 7 Mini Tennis Event: 9:30am-11:00am

June 14 Parent/Child Tennis Tournament: 9:30am-11:00am

July 4 Firecracker Tennis & Pickleball Events: Tennis 9:30am-11:00am Pickleball 11:00am-12:30pm

July 12 Women’s Member/Guest Tennis Tournament: 9:30am-12:00pm

July 13 Men’s Member/Guest Tennis Tournament: 9:30am-12:00pm

Sept 1 Labor Day Tennis & Pickleball Events: Tennis 9:30am-11:00am Pickleball 11:00am-12:30pm

Wildcat Tennis Event TBD

Tennis Clinics will be Tuesday and Thursday mornings JUNIOR TENNIS 9:00 AM-9:45 AM: 6 & under. 9:45 AM-10:30 AM: 7- 8 year olds. 10:30 AM-11:30 AM: 9-10 year olds. 11:30 AM-12:30 PM: 11 & up.