The Idle Hour
MESSAGE FROM THE GENERAL MANAGER
Dear Idle Hour Members,
Happy October! I hope this message finds each of you in excellent health and high spirits.
The month of October is shaping up to be an exciting time at Idle Hour. In addition to the beautiful fall scenery, we have a variety of events and activities planned to bring our community together. From seasonal dining experiences featuring autumn-inspired menus to special events for Halloween, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
We encourage you to check our calendar for upcoming events and to participate in the activities that catch your interest.
As always, we value your feedback and look forward to hearing your thoughts on how we can continue to enhance your experience at Idle Hour. If you have any questions or comments about the information shared below, please feel free to visit my office or reach out to me directly on my cell phone at 760-272-5600.
Introduction - Please join us in welcoming Melissa Armstrong to the Idle Hour family as the Clubhouse Manager! Melissa is a dedicated culinary professional with a profound passion for the food industry and a strong commitment to effective management and team development She earned her Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management from Sullivan University in 2016, laying a solid foundation in the intricacies of hospitality and the culinary arts. Driven by her desire to deepen her expertise, Melissa pursued a Master of Human Resource Leadership, which she completed in 2022. This degree allows her to effectively blend her culinary skills with strategic human resource practices, enhancing her ability to lead and inspire her teams. Throughout her career, Melissa has prioritized training and development, firmly believing that a skilled and well-prepared team is essential for delivering exceptional culinary experiences. Her strong communication skills foster an environment where collaboration and creativity flourish, enabling her teams to innovate and excel. Melissa's talent for designing impactful program development initiatives has significantly contributed to the success of various culinary projects, establishing her as a sought-after professional in her field
In addition to her culinary and HR expertise, Melissa possesses a remarkable talent for event management, orchestrating unforgettable dining experiences that leave lasting impressions Her diverse background and unwavering dedication to excellence continue to drive her career forward as she strives to make a meaningful impact in the food industry. With each new challenge, Melissa remains committed to elevating the standards of culinary practice and nurturing the next generation of hospitality leaders.
Welcome to the team, Melissa! We are thrilled to have you here.
MESSAGE FROM THE GENERAL MANAGER
“Tim Talks” Presentation and Dinner - Renowned agronomist Tim Moraghan of Aspire Golf Consulting will be joining us on October 9th, 2024, for an exciting presentation and dinner! Tim’s wealth of knowledge and engaging insights make this a highly anticipated event you won’t want to miss. Sign up today for this delicious and educational experience!
IHCC Strategic Plan Presentation - I am excited to announce the return of Henry DeLozier from Global Golf Advisors for the presentation of the Idle Hour Strategic Plan The presentation is scheduled for Thursday, October 24th, at 5:00 PM.
The strategic plan serves as a roadmap for the club's long-term growth and success. It aligns the club’s mission, vision, and resources, guiding decision-making and ensuring financial sustainability. Key focuses of the plan include enhancing the membership experience, promoting growth and retention, improving operational efficiency, and addressing future facility needs. Additionally, it positions the club to remain competitive by adapting to industry trends and fostering a positive club culture. Ultimately, the strategic plan ensures that we meet the evolving needs of our members while maintaining stability and excellence in service.
We hope you will join us for this momentous occasion Please reserve your spot today by calling 859-266-1121
Menu Program - The club's menu is updated every 30 days, with no more than 20% of the items swapped out each time to ensure stability while offering variety "Weekly Feature" specials will showcase seasonal ingredients, member suggestions, creative new dishes, and popular past items The most well-received weekly features could become permanent menu items, though they may be subject to rotation in future updates dependent on their popularity. The program prioritizes delivering high-quality, consistent, and timely meals, with the overall goal of creating a menu that reflects members' tastes and preferences, making it a collaborative, member-driven experience. Bon Appétit!
Old-World Wine Adventure: Join us at Idle Hour on Wednesday, October 30, at 6:30 pm in the Ballroom for a special evening celebrating the wines of the Rhône region. Enjoy a unique dining experience as Chef Dillon presents delectable hors d’oeuvre stations to complement the rich flavors of Rhône’s renowned varietals For more information, please see the attached event flyer or call 760-272-5600
Member Profile Photos: In our continuous effort to enhance your club experience, we encourage everyone to submit a photo This will help our staff get to know you better and identify you upon entry to the club grounds You can either upload your profile picture to the Idle Hour App or send it via email directly to me at ckennedy@idlehour.cc. Your profile picture will be for internal use only and displayed in the club roster at your discretion. Individual, couple, and family photos are all welcome.
Quote of note: “On every team, there is a core group that sets the tone for everyone else. If the tone is positive, you have half the battle won. If it is negative, you are beaten before you ever walk on the field.” Chuck Noll
Thank you all for your continued support and dedication Wishing you a spooktacular October filled with frightful fun, laughter, and unforgettable moments with friends and family!
See you at the Idle Hour!
In service and gratitude, Chris
ROCK STARS OF IDLE HOUR !
SEPTEMBER 2024
Please join us in congratulating team members Shadda Barber and Jose Mazariegos 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!
“ Jose Mazariegos one of our newer team members hired mid-season last year, Jose had perfect attendance this past month and continues to excel with his assignments. He has established himself as a fast worker routinely completing assignments before other team members and asking for another assignment before they are sometimes ready.”
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“Shadda Barber has been going the extra mile to help around the club. The other day she took it upon herself to break down the tables and linen from a party the night before in the Ashland. She also has a positive attitude when asked to help. She is a great employee ”
"A PLAYER WHO MAKES A TEAM GREAT IS MORE VALUABLE THAN A GREAT PLAYER. LOSING YOURSELF IN THE GROUP, FOR THE GOOD OF THE GROUP, THAT’S TEAMWORK."
-JOHN WOODEN
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Carved Peppered Flank Steak with Chimichurri Bacon Wrapped Pork Loin with Rum Tomato Coulis
Buttered Sea Scallops with Leek Cream and Wilted Spinach
Roasted Shrimp and Butternut over Asiago Polenta, with Sweet Peppers and Sage
Fried Chicken breast Cutlets And Thighs
Potatoes au Gratin
Curly Fries
Macaroni and Cheese
Roasted Broccoli
Kale Caesar Salad
Chopped Salad Bar
Assorted melons and Berries White Chocolate and Molasses Cookies
Hay rides
Balloon artist Facepainter
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Pumpkin painting
DJ
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MATTHEW WHARTON
Dear Idle Hour Members,
I am certain it comes as no surprise today’s message is in regard to Helene. I have endured more than my fair share of hurricane and tropical storm remnants throughout my career in Southern Maryland and North Carolina, and Helene ranks up there with her impacts.
Overall, the golf course fared well, tree damage was minimal with only seven total trees encountering considerable damage. And thankfully most are out of play. We did have lots of other limbs and tree debris scattered about the golf course which takes considerable time to clean up. The rainfall total for the storm was 4.47 inches. Considering we had received measurable rain for the five days prior to Helene’s arrival totaling 1.03 inches means we wrapped up September with 5.5 inches of rain between September 21 and 29. That is more than one month’s worth in just eight short days!
Add that total to the spattering of rain received earlier in September and the total for the month equaled 6.26 inches making it the wettest month of the year. Our rainfall total for 2024 is now up to 41.12 inches which is 2.31 inches more than we received in all of 2023.
MATTHEW WHARTON
As for other golf course related information. Our team continues to diligently put Humpty Dumpty back together. Bunkers are being machine raked to loosen the compacted sand from Helene. Leaves, sticks, and other debris are being collected and carted away. Trees are being cut up and their remnants removed from the grounds. And then there is the task of mowing. That much warm, tropical moisture saturating the soil has awakened our grasses and keeping up with the mowing will not happen until after we catch up first. Everything is being mowed and/or double mowed for the foreseeable future until the grass slows down. Fortunately, it looks as if cooler, dryer weather is moving in to our region starting tonight which will help us get rid of this nagging cloud cover so we can see some sunshine. It is what Idle Hour needs most right now.
Thanks for reading, and happy golfing!
To book your next appointment, log on the IHCC app or www.idlehourky.com/wellness.
You can also call or text massage therapist directly:
Phillip Daugherty 396-7753
Lisa Green (238)777-2295
Julie Fritsche 684-1622 Massage TAKE CARE OF
Adding a regular massage, whether monthly or weekly, to your routine has many health benefits. To help you to stay on a regular massage routine, we offer packages that include 5 massages to be used within 6 months. Simply, let your therapist know to get a package started for you when you come in.
GROUP FITNESS CLASSES
Yoga Circuit
Men's Ciruit
Tues & Thurs 10-11am Fri 6-6:50am
Yoga builds a strong and stable foundation allowing better posture and balance. Learn to use your breath to help your body become more flexible You'll notice greater ease of movement in daily activities. In this class, Sandra takes you through different poses to help increase your strength, flexibility, and balance
Our yoga class is truly for all levels! Don’t let being a beginner or being out of practice stop you from trying our class
Mon & Wed 6-6:50am Tues & Thurs 5:15-6:05pm
50-minute, circuit style fitness. All ages and abilities are welcome Margaret stays on top of form and offers modifications as needed Class consists of a dynamic warmup, six stations with different exercises that promote strength and cardio health then end with a cool down/stretch
Men’s Yoga starts back in November! Join us on Saturdays at 10am. Online sign-ups are required to save your spot!
50-minute, circuit style fitness. Similar to the Circuit class but only for men All ages and abilities are welcome. Margaret stays on top of form and offers modifications as needed. Class consists of a dynamic warmup, six stations with different exercises that promote strength and cardio health then end with a cool down/stretch.
Sandra also 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 (for example one is dealing with an old shoulder injury and the other is lacking flexibility) the focus will be shared. Sandra will adapt the session as those needs change. Privates $75 Semi Privates $65 per person
Dropin$20|Package$18/class ($108,6-classpackagetousein10weeks,canbeused withallclasses)
Online sign ups requested, go to Events tab on the IHCC App or Calendar on www idlehourky com
ADULTTENNIS CLINIC
All members must register for clinics in advance on the website or Idle Hour APP. Adult clinics end.
Beginner clinics: These clinics are for those new to tennis or have only been playing a for a short time and still learning the fundamentals of the game.
Tuesday/Thursday 11am-12pm – cost $20
Saturdays 11am-12pm – cost $20
Intermediate clinics: These clinics are for those who have been playing tennis for a while, are able to rally consistently and have proper serve technique. Tuesday/Thursday 9:30a-11am - cost $30
Saturdays 9:30a-11am - cost $30
ADULT
PICKLEBALL
C L I N I C
All members must register for clinics in advance on the web site or through the Idle Hour APP. Adult clinics begin May 26, 2024
Progressive Open Pickleball Play: – Bring a partner or come solo and play lots of pickleball with various partners. A pro will help organize players into pairings that make the game both competitive and fun! There’ll be two levels:
Intermediate: Saturdays 9:30-11am – cost $12
Beginner: Saturdays 11a-12p – cost is $8
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 1-2pm and Wednesdays 10:30-11:30am – 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 2-3pm – cost $20 and Wednesdays 9-10:30am – cost $30
PICKLEBALL OPEN PLAY
NOSIGN UP REQUIRED!
OPEN PLAY IS UNIQUE TO PICKLEBALL AND INCREASING IN POPULARITY ALL OVER THE COUNTRY. THE SPIRIT OF OPEN PLAY IS THAT EVERYONE PLAYS WITH DIFFERENT PLAYERS IN A RECREATIONAL, FUN SETTING. THE OBJECTIVE IS TO LEARN FROM PLAYING WITH OTHERS, MAKE NEW PICKLEBALL FRIENDS, HAVE FUN AND BEST OF ALL…NO SIGN UPS REQUIRED!
The Idle Hour Open Play Schedule:
Monday 5-7: Men's Open Play
Tuesday 8-10a: Mixed Beginner Open Play
Tuesday 5-7: Women's Open Play
Wednesday 5p: Mixed Intermediate/Advanced Open Play
Rules for Open Play:
1. Four People per court.
2. When your first game is finished, lay your paddle on the paddle table and stack up to 4 paddles at a time.
3 The next open court is for the next four paddles in line 4. Please do not move anyone's paddles but your own.
5. When you come off the court, you may place your paddle with the same people you played with and make your own stack or add to a different stack that is not already filled with four paddles.
6. If a stack has 3 paddles, you may go ahead and add yours regardless of how long you have been waiting.
7 Games are played to 11 points, win by two
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Hours of Operation
Accounting Offices
Monday: 8am-4pm
Tuesday - Friday: 8am-5pm
Front Desk/ Receptionist 859-266-1121
Monday: 8am-4pm
Tuesday- Sunday: 8am-9pm
Dining
Monday: Closed
Tuesday - Friday: 10am-9:30pm
Saturday & Sunday: 8am-9:30pm
General Manager
Chris Kennedy, ckennedy@idlehour.cc
Controller
Andrea Reed, andrea@idlehour.cc
Accounting & Membership
Angela Thacker, akturner@idlehour.cc
Front Desk
frontdesk@idlehour.cc
Building Maintenance
Shawn Richie, shawn@idlehour.cc
Security
Larry Saval
Golf Pro Shop 859-266-7901
859.266.7901
Monday: Closed Tuesday - Sunday: 7:30am-6:30pm
Pool Closed
Wellness Center 859-268-0364
Monday- Friday: 5:45am-10pm Saturday and Sunday: 6:45am-10pm
Racquets Pro Shop: 859-268-3838 Closed
Clubhouse Director
Melissa Armstrong, marmstrong@idlehour.cc
Executive Chef
Dillon Phillips, Dillon@idlehour.cc
Catering & Events Director
Richard Douglass, rdouglass@idlehour.cc
Food & Beverage Service Director
Nick Jeffrey, nick@idlehour.cc
Golf Superintendent
Matthew Wharton, matthew@idlehour.cc
Golf Professional
Pete Garvey, pgarvey@pga.com
Clubhouse Grounds
David McIntyre, david@idlehour.cc
Wellness Director
Julie Fritsche, julie@idlehour.cc
Tennis Director
Danny Schmidt
Pickleball Director
Laurel Cassidy
Head Housekeeper
Sharon Richie