Holly Hills Club LIfe Newsletter July-August 2025

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CLUB DIRECTORY

General Manager

Mike Barrett, CGCS

Membership Director

Trish Flora

Head Golf Professional

Andrew Blockinger, PGA

Director of Instruction

Craig Balsigner

Executive Chef

Daniel Storm

Course & Grounds Superintendent

Dan Wildeman, GCS

Director of Food & Beverage

Susie Yost

Events Manager

Christine Quiambao

Controller

Michele Poulos

Marketing Manager

Katherine Lukaszewicz

JULY HOURS

Saturday, July 12, Pool Hours The Pool will be opening at 1pm 7/12 due to Swim

DINING Grill

Tuesday-Saturday: 11am-8pm Sunday: 11am-4pm Turn Hours in the Grill

Wednesday-Friday: Start 8:30am

Saturday/Sunday: Start 7:30am Lounge

Tuesday-Friday: 4pm-9pm

Saturday-Sunday: 11am-8pm

7:30am-7pm

Saturday-Sunday

Golf Shop 6:30am-7pm

Tee Times 7am-7pm

*Complimentary Pool guess passes are not available on holidays and guest fees will be $10 on July 4

AUGUST HOURS

DINING Grill

Tuesday-Saturday: 11am-8pm Sunday: 11am-4pm Turn Hours in the Grill

Wednesday-Friday: Start 8:30am

Saturday/Sunday: Start 7:30am Lounge

Tuesday-Friday: 4pm-9pm Saturday-Sunday: 11am-8pm

POOL HOURS

GOLF

Tuesday-Sunday Golf Shop 7am-7pm Tee Times 7:30am-7pm

Holidays & Tuesday-Sunday: 10am-8pm (Pool cleared 7:45pm) Snack Shop

Holidays & Tuesday-Sunday: 11am-7:30pm

Monday (except holidays): Clubhouse, Course & Pool Closed

FRIED GREEN TOMATO WITH REMOULADE

DANIEL STORM, Executive Chef

A Sizzling Explosion of Summer Flavor

Summer is full of so many nostalgic flavors to me. Beyond the icy popsicles and the faint char of backyard BBQs, there is a hint of a particular magic in dishes that taste purely of the season's bounty I remember those long, sundrenched afternoons, often spent near a garden where tomatoes, still green and firm, promised future ripeness but also offered an immediate, tangy delight There's something inherently stirring about that specific crunch, the slight tartness that cuts through a rich, creamy sauce Not just a meal; but a memory in the making, a simple pleasure that perfectly captured the lazy, joyful essence of those golden months For a taste of summer flavor, try the Crab Cakes with Fried Green Tomato from our new Summer Club Menu

Prepare 3 bowls: one with flour, one with eggs, and one with equal parts flour, panko and semolina.

Bread the tomato by coating it into flour, then egg and flour panko/semolina mixture.

Shallow fry the green tomato until golden brown on both sides.

Meanwhile make the remoulade, using an emulsion blender or food processor

Start with egg yolk and slowly add the oil, then add rest of ingredients until fully combined

Serve with the fried green tomato

Crab Cakes with Fried Green Tomato

Dear Member,

July has arrived and summer is in full swing The weather was challenging in June with over 4” of rain and several days in the triple digits. The golf course was busy hosting lots of great events including the Men’s Member Guest, Tuesday Night League, Black Eyed Susan Ladies Tournament, 90’s themed Couples Golf, PGA Junior League, Junior Golf Camp and the Ladies Par 3 Challenge. The calendar for July is also busy with the Red White & Blue Tournament, Parent Child Tournament, Ladies Wine & Nine, Founders Cup, July Couples Golf and the Junior Club Championship.

In other areas around the club, Camp Holly Hills began, which provides participants a fun variety of activities throughout the week including swim, golf, tennis and arts and crafts. Our first Summer Sizzle & Sounds concert series and cookout event on the back lawn was a big hit; the music was great, and the weather was perfect Wine Wednesdays and Kids Eat Free continue in July 90’s themed Adult Trivia Night, Summer Sizzle and Sounds on the Hilltop, Poolside Bingo, and National Ice Cream Day at the Pool are also on the calendar in July

The pool has been busy and our swim team, the Holly Hills Hurricanes, hosted their first home meet of the season in June. Thank you to all the parents and volunteers who helped prepare the pool for the meet It is a tremendous amount of work relocating furniture, removing the diving boards, setting up tents and getting the snacks and drinks ready which all gets undone when the meet is over. The pool was very busy for our first Sunday Funday and the music and cannon ball contest were great Our annual 4 of July Pool Party will be lots of fun and will include a DJ, games and a great buffet. Camp Holly Hills will be raising money for Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation (ALSF) on Thursday, July 10 to fund research, raise awareness and support families battling childhood cancer th th

We will be starting on the next round of golf course and irrigation improvements in August The scope of work for the next phase includes completing the irrigation and greenside bunkers on holes 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8 tee.

markers forward to play holes as par 3’s when necessary A poster board will be in the lobby with details shortly

As our team continues to improve your experience at the club, I am asking for your help to make it even better by doing the following: Please be sure to register in the golf shop before heading on to the golf course; it is important for us to know who is on the course at all times. When using the practice range, please be sure you are wearing proper golf attire and be aware of those around you at all times Please display your bag tag in a prominent way to help our team when they are monitoring the tee When you are hitting your woods, always direct your shots to the longest section of the range down the right side. When enjoying the pool, always sign you and your guests in and follow all the rules and any special instructions from the lifeguard staff When you are done for the day, please clean up your area and throw your trash away.

As the heat builds and summer continues, remember to use sun block regularly and keep yourselves hydrated with plenty of water.

I look forward to seeing you around the club

ELEVATE YOUR NEXT OCCASION WITH PRIVATE DINING

Looking for an intimate space to host your next celebration, business dinner, or special gathering? Our private dining room offers the perfect blend of exclusivity, comfort, and exceptional cuisine.

What We Offer:

Elegant, secluded setting for up to 18 guests

Personalized menu created by our Executive Chef

Dedicated service staff for a seamless experience

Customizable decor to match your event style

Wine pairings and cocktail packages available

Whether it’s a birthday, anniversary, corporate event, or just a night to remember, our private dining space transforms any occasion into something truly unforgettable

SAMANTHA TURNER

Food & Beverage Service Manager

Originally from Cecil County, Maryland, Sam Turner joined The Holly Hills Country Club Team in November 2023 as a server after relocating to Frederick Her dedication, leadership skills, and passion for exceptional service led to a promotion to Food and Beverage Supervisor in July 2024. In May 2025, Sam stepped into her current role as Service Manager In addition to leading the front-of-house team, she will also play a role in supporting the club’s marketing efforts Her commitment to excellence, team development, and creative collaboration makes her an invaluable part of our leadership team. In her spare time, Sam loves spending time at the beach.

I am so proud of our team for coming together and providing an outstanding course for the Men’s Invitational tournament! We have many new team members that have joined the Course and Grounds Department recently, and there has been so much training every day to get the details right. We are very lucky to have two great Assistant Superintendents, Susie Bowie, and Camilo Satizabal, who have worked hard to get the new team trained and the golf course conditions to a very high level.

All around the property, our team is busy trimming, weeding, mulching, mowing and keeping the flowers watered From the golf course to the main entrance, pool and tennis areas, we have many team members working to keep things looking nice The month of May brought us many rainy days that made it difficult to accomplish all our goals, but we have been able to work around the rain to create consistently good conditions. Heading into an undoubtedly hot and dry summer, it is nice to have good soil moisture, at least for now

As we are getting closer to warmer weather, our team will be out applying plant protectant products to our greens, tees and fairways Hot and humid conditions can cause many types of fungus and disease in our turf. We apply fungicides on all short grass playing areas approximately every 14 days to keep the turf protected and free of damaging pathogens Pythium, dollar spot, brown patch, anthracnose, and gray leaf spot are a few of the diseases for which we spray preventatively on the property. In addition to many spray applications, we are also getting ready for more regular irrigation cycles and hand watering routines We typically run our irrigation programs overnight, but also will be watering dry spots during the day with either sprinklers or hand watering small hot spots with a hose

We have noticed the golf course has been very busy on the nice days, so please help our team by fixing your pitch marks on the greens and filling your divots with divot sand Our divot filling party in late May was a huge success, so thank you to all who made it out for that event

I’m happy to report that the seed we filled the divots with has germinated and is growing nicely in the old divot areas

I hope to see you on the course soon.

Course & Grounds Team bunker training
Garhett Dickenson weeding and mulching plant beds

DRESS CODE GUIDELINES

As we enjoy the summer season and all the club has to offer, it’s a great time for a friendly reminder about our Dress Code Guidelines. Our goal is always to foster a welcoming and respectful environment that reflects the standards of Holly Hills Country Club

We kindly ask all members to review the full guidelines on our website here and help communicate them to your family and guests. Whether you're heading to the pool, golf course, courts, or dining areas, appropriate attire helps ensure a positive experience for everyone

Highlights of the Holly Hills Dress Code:

Clubhouse: Golf attire is always acceptable Denim is permitted in and around the clubhouse (but not on the golf course or racquet courts) and must be neat and in good condition with no distressing Shirts must have collars for men, and collars or sleeves for ladies

Golf Course & Practice Areas: Denim, cargo shorts, t-shirts, and cotton sweatshirts are not permitted. Men's shirts must have collars, and ladies must have either a collar or sleeves. Shirts must be tucked in for men, and hats must be worn with the bill facing forward

Racquet Sports: Traditional tennis attire is required, and appropriate footwear is essential to protect our courts.

Pool Area: Proper swimwear is required, and swim attire should remain within the pool area only Swim diapers are a must for young children

We appreciate your help in maintaining the standards that make Holly Hills a club we’re all proud to be a part of. Should you have any questions or need a quick reference to the guidelines, feel free to reach out we’re always happy to help!

For more information, please contact Trish Flora, Membership Director at tflora@hollyhillsgolfcom

VIEW CHAMPIONS OF GROWTH BROCHURE

Welcome Welcome

NEW

MEMBERS

Craig Dell and Noelle Tate

Nick and Megan Hurley

Andrew and Tammi VanLandingham

Robert and Kathy Whitsell

Chris DeLauter and Cheryl Thompson

Matthew and Katherine Gull

Harsha Kurpad and Andrea Cammarata

Dennis Arndt and Wanda Knight-Griffin

Ron Reuwer and Mary Atwell

Troy and Kelly Yates

Tim Brown and Lynn Prebis

Timothy and Rachael Pietrzyk

John Kiley IV

Stephen and Kristen Allen

CHAMPIONS OF GROWTH

Kash and Darla McClure

Peter and Danielle Benjamin

Joshua and Stephanie Ware

VIEW CLUB DRESS CODE

Dear Member,

School is out, and we are excited to have you at Holly Hills this summer! Whether you’re a junior golfer finishing up classes, a family looking forward to more time together on the course, or a longtime member eager to make the most of these warm months, we’re delighted to share in the season with you and your families. We have a wonderful summer of golf and activity lined up and we can’t wait for everyone to be a part of it.

We’re pleased to share that this year’s Men’s Invitational was a huge success! The weekend was filled with great golf, friendly competition, and wonderful camaraderie amongst members and guests. We want to express a huge “Thank You” to all who supported the event your continued support makes these traditions so special and helps foster the strong sense of community we all enjoy here at the Club.

As we move forward into the rest of the season, we’d like to highlight an important Local Rule that applies during all Club events and daily play on hole #9 We have internal out of bounds on the left hand side of hole 9. We implemented this rule for the safety of all golfers at the club Please be sure to check your rules sheet an check with the Professional Team should you have any questions Th local rule is listed below.

Model Local Rule A-4: When playin Hole #9, the left-hand boundary of th Hole #1 fairway defines an internal ou of bounds A ball is out of bounds if comes to rest fully beyond th leftmost edge of the Hole #1 fairwa This internal Out of Bounds applie only during the play of Hole # Penalty for Breach of Rule- 18.2: Strok and Distance

If your ball crosses these bounds, yo must replay from where you last hi adding your penalty just as yo would for traditional OB. Please b vigilant to avoid slow play an confusion on the course We than you for your cooperation.

For your added convenience this summer, black towels will be placed in golfcartsforyouruseduringyourround. We kindly ask that you return these towels to the golf cart upon finishing your round, so we can keep them available for all members and guests. Your consideration and cooperation in this small but important matter helps us provide a comfortable and wellequippedexperienceforeveryone

I would also like to share and bring your attention to our Adopt-A-Hole Program, awonderfulopportunityforallmembers to take an active role in preserving and keeping our golf course in terrific shape Each member has been assigned a hole number based on the first initial of their last name. The aim of this program is to foster a shared sense of responsibility and stewardship amongst all members Clickherefortheholeassignmentchart.

We kindly ask you to pay special attention to your designated hole each time you are on the course S ll b t impactful tasks such as rep marks on the green, filling di fairway, raking bunkers, and rakes in their proper po collectively make a huge di the overall health and appear course Your efforts help ma highest standards for all p show your appreciation JULY

Men’s Invitational Champions: Darrell Guyton and Rob Tuggle
Holly Hills PGA Jr League

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Cinco de Mayo Golf Outing Hilltop Fireworks Celebration
Memorial Day Pool Party
Divot Filling Party
Ladies Golf Game Night
Star Wars May Couples Golf
Camp Holly Hills

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