WP 2023 November/December Newsletter

NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2023

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THE COUNTRY CLUB AT WAKEFIELD PLANTATION

YOUR CLUB NOVEMBER & DECEMBER HOURS OF OPERATION (Plantation Room, Tavern & Terrace) LUNCH Monday - Closed Tuesday - Sunday I 11:00 am - 5:00 pm DINNER Monday - Closed Wednesday - Saturday I 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm BREAKER BAR & GRILLE Open for special events and private parties GOLF SHOP Golf Shop Hours I 8:00am-5:00pm FIRST TEE TIME: November: Tuesday - Sunday I 8:30am December: Tuesday - Sunday I 9:00am TENNIS Monday - Thursday I 8:00 am - 6:00 pm Friday - Sunday I 8:00 am - 4:00 pm SPORTS CLUB Monday - Thursday I 8:00am - 8:00pm (carts stop at 4:30pm) Friday-Sunday I 8:00am - 6:00pm (carts stop at 3:30pm) FITNESS HOURS Key Fob Hours: Monday - Sunday: 5:00 am - 9:00 pm WAKEFIELD PLANTATION PHONE NUMBERS Main Number I 919-488-5100

THE COUNTRY CLUB AT WAKEFIELD PLANTATION STAFF: Michael Thomas mthomas@ccwakefieldplantation.com General Manager Matt McConnell matt@mcconnellgolf.com Membership Director Kasey Olive kolive@mcconnellgolf.com Member Billing/Accounts Payable Todd Jackson tjackson@ccwakefieldplantation.com Executive Chef Courtney Tatum catering@ccwakefieldplantation.com Director of Catering & Events

Rocky Brooks rbrooks@ccwakefieldplantation.com Director of Golf Natalie Clemens nclemens@ccwakefieldplantation.com Corporate Director of Wellness & Activities Todd Lawrence tlawrence@ccwakefieldplantation.com Director of Golf Course Maintenance Kyle Thortsen kthortsen@ccwakefieldplantation.com Corporate Director of Tennis

Deborah Johnson djohnson@ccwakefieldplantation.com Food & Beverage Manager

Golf Shop I 919-488-5200 Tennis Shop I 919-488-1930 Fitness/Pool I 919-348-4385 Membership Sales I 919-488-5205

IN THIS ISSUE

Catering I 919-488-5211

Your Club...…………….…………...……...........….…...…..………....2

Dining Reservations I 919-348-4374

Club News .....…………...…...….………............….......…...……..3

Member Accounting I 919-488-5100 ext. 7011

Membership...............……..………….….............…........…....4

Member Activities I 919-488-5100 ext. 7015

WP Buzz..……….…..……..….......…….….................…..............5 Food & Beverage ……....……...………..................……......6-7 Cookies of the Month....................................................8 Member Events.......…........…...……...…...............…....9-12 Fitness..............................................................................13 Tennis..............................................................................14 Tee It Up..........................................................................15 Looking Back.….....................................…......…......16-17 McConnell News.................…….............…....................18 Calendar...............................……...............….......…........19

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CLUB NEWS If you ever stop by my office, you will find The United States Flag represented in seven different ways. Eight if you count the head cover on my three wood. The Ryder Cup is my favorite sporting event of all time. I have been fortunate to attend a Ryder Cup in person. I cannot imagine what the players feel like while representing their country. Davis Wotnosky, a 14- year- old whose family is a member at the club, had a chance to represent Team USA at The Evian Juniors Cup in Evian-les-Bains, France in September. The experience alone representing your country would be awesome in itself. Davis fired rounds of 72-69-72 closing with an eagle on eighteen to win the individual championship. It got even better as Team USA led by Davis’ stellar play, won the team event as well. Well done and congratulations to Davis and the Wotnosky family.

A few weeks later, our WSMGA hosted their annual WE CARE Golf Tournament. This group continues to push the envelope to help raise important and much needed funds for our local military community. Over 1.1 million has been raised since the tournament started back in 2013. Each of the twenty six groups had a member of the military playing.

An incredible cause and purpose from an incredible group of members.

As we close out the year, we look forward to seeing everyone around the club. Thank you for your continued support of the club and staff.

With great thanks, Michael Thomas, General Manager

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MEMBERSHIP I think everyone would agree how hard it is to believe 2023 is already coming to a close. What is even harder for me to believe is how we are officially celebrating the 20th anniversary of McConnell Golf this December. The first McConnell Golf property, Raleigh Country Club, was acquired in December of 2003. 8 years later, then known as TPC at Wakefield Plantation became the 8th McConnell Golf property in 2011. The club came equipped with great employees who are still here today such as Chef Todd Jackson, Sous Chef Greg Lyons, Tavern Manager Tommy Kohfler, Superintendent Todd Lawrence and our current General Manager Michael Thomas. Within the next few years Erica Britt, Natalie Clemens and Kyle Thortsen would also join the team who we are thankful are all here today.

With this great team we have earned The Country Club at Wakefield Plantation the award of “Club of the Year” at McConnell Golf for 2022 while we are still in the hunt to retain the title for 2023. In February, The Country Club at Wakefield Plantation gets to host the annual McConnell Golf Symposium when the award is revealed in front of the entire company. This is always an exciting time as you never know what my dad, John McConnell, is going to say or what picture he may have displayed on the next slide of his presentation. Most of the time he is entertaining the room with some jokes or photoshopped images of employees. However one serious question he asked the entire company one year I will never forget was “who in this room has the hardest job at McConnell Golf?” A few guesses were made but the room was inaccurate. During this moment of silence as usual I’m thinking “we need to brace ourselves for whatever the correct answer dad is about to reveal.”

Andy & Leslee Bergher

“The person who has the hardest job in the room is Michael Thomas and you want to know why?” Again another moment of silence where I am bracing for what dad is about to say. “Michael Thomas has the hardest job because he has to work with my son Matthew and daughter Kasey.” A positive laugh was made at the true comment. I am so thankful for our entire team here but especially for Michael Thomas. Not only for what he has done for the Wakefield Plantation members & community but also for how much he has done for me personally.

Please make sure to join us for our great holiday events such as Thanksgiving, Polar Express, Santa Brunch and our New Years Eve Dinner to name a few. Don’t forget to RSVP early and please make sure to thank our staff during this busy time of year at the club.

Wishing you and your family a happy and healthy holiday season.

Best regards, Matt McConnell, Membership Director

PLEASE WELCOME OUR NEWEST MEMBERS! Andy & Leslee Bergher Jonathan & Kathryn Doyle with children Lucy Kate, Ellie and Adalyn Davis & Heather Jones with child Sam Kristin Misnick with children Landon, Morgan and Harper Umang Patel Jake & Catherine Pelican with children Eloise and Wallace Channing & Sunny Orr Steven & Christian Zhou

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DINING EVENTS & INFORMATION It’s hard to believe fall is here and we are about to kick off the Holiday Season. I’m looking forward to all the events we have coming up at Wakefield Plantation. Everything from Thanksgiving Brunch, Wine Expo to having Santa stop by the Club 4 times this season for Santa Breakfast, Santa Brunch and for two “Polar Express” nights.

Things were great at the Breaker Bar and Grille September and October with

our daily features and Trivia Nights. That being said please know we are available to host a private party for you, your family and friends.

The boat curtains can close around the bar area, the heaters turned on and the game room open to have your special event.

We look forward to seeing seeing everyone around the Main Clubhouse and the Sports Club.

Hope you have a great holiday season!

Deborah Johnson, Food & Beverage Manager

WEDNESDAY NIGHT BUFFET When: November 8th & 22nd, December 13th & 27th Location: Main Club House Plantation & Williamsburg Dining Rooms Fee: $24.95++ per Adult, $16.95++ per child 12-6 years of age, Free for children 5 and under *Reservations only will be accepted for Wednesday Night Buffet, no walk-ins will be seated. Please call 919.348.4374 to make your reservations as seating is limited We’ve heard your requests and the Wednesday Night Family buffet is finally back after a long hiatus! Chef Todd and Chef Greg have put a different spin on things and it will be all the delicious food you have come to love at WP! We look forward to having you all spend your Wednesday night’s with us again at the club on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month! Again, seating will be limited, and only reservations will be accepted so that we can ease back into our family night with our large Wakefield Membership! If it’s your Birthday that month, your dinner will be on us! We look forward to seeing everyone for our delicious family night buffet! *Please Note: There will be no curbside a la carte orders available on the evenings that we offer Wednesday Night Buffet

THANKSGIVING DAY BUFFET When: Thursday, November 23rd I 11:00am-2:30pm Location: Main Clubhouse Fee: Adult: $47.95++ I Child 6-12: $21.95++ I Children under 5 free Leave the mess and stress to us! Gather family and friends and join us as we celebrate this wonderful holiday at Wakefield featuring a bountiful Thanksgiving feast with all the trimmings. There will be a spread for everyone to enjoy, and you will be able to have the best parts of Thanksgiving without all the prep and cleanup; just delicious food and family! Seating will be limited, so please make your reservations by Friday November 17th!

ANNUAL CHILI COOK-OFF When: Saturday, November 25th I 6:00pm - 9:00pm Ages: Adults Only I Location: Main Clubhouse Fee: $30++ per person Which chef will be the winner of the annual Chili Cook-off this year??!!

Come out and join us for our always popular Chilil cook-off put on by our amazing culinary team here at Wakefield! We will be serving up the best of the best in homemade chili, different fall food favorites, and trying some delicious seasonal beers and wines! Cost includes all you can eat and seasonal beer and wine tastings. Member Charge Bar for all other alcoholic beverages. This is an adult only event, so call the sitter and come on out to enjoy a fun evening of delicious food and drink! RSVP by Monday November.

HOLIDAY DINING HOURS December 24th: All Facilities Closing at 2:00pm December 25h: All Facilities Closed December 31st: Main Dining 11:00am-2:00pm; NYE Dinner 5:00PM-9:00pm (reservation only) I Tavern first come, first serve, offering Tavern Menu only 11:00AM9:00PM I No TO-GOs or Curbside available after 2:00pm.

January 1st: All Facilities Closed January 1st - January 5th: Dining closed for annual cleaning and maintenance Golf Course and Halfway Café Open normal operating hours (weather dependent) January 6th Re-open for normal dining hours 11:00am-9:00pm

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DINING EVENTS & INFORMATION Firstly, I would like to thank everyone for all the cards, all the hugs, and all of the love and support I have received from everyone regarding the passing of my father. It means more than you could ever know, and I am so grateful for all of the kindness I have received.

Football season sure hasn’t been the same without you dad! GO TARHEELS! Although I do love the fall, the winter time is my most favorite time of the year! Here at Wakefield, we are a family, and there is nothing more that reminds me of family than the holidays that are upon us. We will of course be hosting our always popular Thanksgiving Day buffet on Thursday November 23rd for those that just want to enjoy delicious food and quality time with family without all the hassle of cooking at home. Seating will be limited, so be sure to make your reservations no later than Friday, November 17th. We will of course be hosting Santa again, so be ready with your Christmas wish lists for our annual Santa Breakfast and Santa Brunch on December 2nd and 3rd. To ring in the New Year, we will be hosting a reservation only dinner on New Year’s Eve, so be sure and look out for more details. As always, feel free to contact me with any and all of your catering and event needs at Wakefield! Cheers!

Courtney Tatum, Director of Catering & Sales

SANTA BREAKFAST When: Saturday, December 2nd I 9:00am-12:00pm Location: Main Clubhouse Fee: Adults $26.95++ | Kids aged 6-12 $18.95++ | Kids 5 and under Free

SANTA BRUNCH When: Sunday, December 3rd I 10:30am-2:30pm Location: Main Clubhouse Fee: $42.95++ For Adults | $22.95++ for Children Ages 6-12 | Kids 5 & Under Free Enjoy this yearly traditional holiday event that will get you in the spirit of the season! Santa Clause will be making a stop at Wakefield to see your wish lists, get a picture with you and talk to you about whether you have been naughty or nice! In addition to Santa's visit, we will have a holiday craft table for the kids and a delicious brunch buffet put on by the talented Food & Beverage team here at Wakefield Plantation! Seating will be limited, so please make sure to make your reservations no later than Monday, November 27th!

Santa is back this year to eat breakfast with all the good boys and girls! This year Santa will be making a stop at Wakefield to see your Christmas wish lists, take fun pictures and maybe even share his magic toy bag! Enjoy this delicious breakfast spread with the family! Seating will be limited so please make sure to make your reservations by Monday November 27th.

NEW YEARS EVE DINNER When: Sunday, December 31st I 5:00pm-8:00pm Ages: Adults Only I Location: Main Dining Room Fee: $70++ per person *Reservation Only Dinner, please call 919.348.4374 to make your reservations To ring in the New Year and say goodbye to 2023, we be offering a lovely dinner for you! Chef Todd and his team have a designed a delicious three course plated dinner that everyone will enjoy! And of course a complimentary glass of Champagne! *No reservations larger than 10 guests for a single party will be available so that we are able to accommodate our membership. *Cancellation Policy: If you cancel less than 48 hours prior to the event, or NO-SHOW you will be responsible for 50% of per person price.

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COOKIES OF THE MONTH

NOVEMBER COOKIE OF THE MONTH: TEA COOKIE RECIPE I SAM TESSMAN, LINE COOK AT HOLSTON HILLS COUNTRY CLUB

DECEMBER COOKIE OF THE MONTH I ITALIAN RICOTTA COOKIE RECIPE I EMILY MONTIMURRO, PASTRY CHEF AT PORTERS NECK COUNTRY CLUB

“My mother makes these cookies every Holiday season and it is just one of those things I look forward to each year. They are so tasty and are one of my absolute favorite things about the Holidays”.

This is my version of the Italian wedding/holiday cookie called “Tadal” which is traditionally flavored with Anisette and has a drier, crumbly texture. My Noni always made them, to the adoration and praise of family

INGREDIENTS: 2 Cups Butter, softened 1 Cup Powdered Sugar 2 TSP Vanilla 4 1/2 Cups Gold Medal™ All-Purpose Flour 1 1/2 Cups Pecans, finely chopped 1/2 TSP Salt Powdered Sugar for Tossing DIRECTIONS: Mix vanilla, 1 cup of powdered sugar and butter in a large bowl until combined. Stir in flour, nuts and salt and continue mixing until soft dough is formed. Preheat oven to 400°F. Roll dough into 1/2 inch balls and place on ungreased baking pan lined with parchment paper 1-inch apart. Bake for 10 min until cookies are set, but not browned. Transfer to a wire rack to cool slightly. While cookies are still slightly warm toss in powdered sugar. *Notes I Walnuts may be replaced for Pecans.

and friends.My grandmother was a painfully humble woman who shied away from any sort of compliment. Whenever she’d receive praise for these confections, she just shook her head and mumbled that they were just “stupid cookies.” Our family now refers to them exclusively as “stupid cookies” to this day. So as a pastry chef, this is my personal interpretation of them. I make them on holidays in reverence to that modest, selfless lady who was the first chef I ever idolized. To make them more shelf-stable and palate-friendly to adults and children alike, I created a recipe where ricotta cheese keeps them soft and chewy, and flavored them with vanilla. They lend themselves to any holiday, happy occasion, or cup of coffee.

INGREDIENTS: 1 Pound Butter 3 1/2 Cups Sugar 4 Eggs 30oz Ricotta Cheese 4 TBSP Vanilla 8 Cups All-Purpose Flour 2 TSP Baking Powder 2 TSP Baking Soda Glaze Ingredients: 8 TBSP Milk 3 Cups 10x Confectioners Sugar 1 TSP Almond Extract (optional) DIRECTIONS : Cream butter and sugar. Add eggs, ricotta and vanilla. In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking powder and baking soda. Add dry ingredients to the ricotta mixture until fully incorporated. Chill & scoop; Bake for 12-15 minutes at 350°F depending on size. Allow to cool on sheets before transferring. Mix glaze, making sure it’s not too drippy. Spoon glaze over each cookie and don’t forget to add desired sprinkles or décor before it dries!

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MEMBER EVENTS The holiday season is here and what better way to celebrate than right here at Wakefield! Don’t miss out on all of our festive events from the Thanksgiving Buffet to gingerbread houses, to not one, but two Polar Express Events this year. Santa will be making all the stops this season and will be joining us for Santa Breakfast, Santa Brunch and both Polar Express nights.

In addition we will have kids camps, Sunday Funday’s and so much more to keep the holiday spirit alive!

David, Heather and Greg will be here to help you keep those cookie calories away! Join them for one of the many complimentary group fitness classes, or sign up for one - on - one training with Heather or David.

I look forward to seeing you out and about around the club and I wish you and your families a safe, happy and memorable holiday season.

Natalie Clemens, Corporate Director of Wellness & Activities

MAHJONG COMING TO WAKEFIELD!!

MAHJ Series: Learn to Get Your Mahj ON! Mahjong (also known as Mah Jongg, Maahj, or Mahj) originated in 19th century China, and has since spread the globe! Mahjong is a popular tile-based game, typically played with 4 players, in which each receives, discards and exchanges tiles in effort to be the first to match their “hand” to a specific pattern as seen in the Official National Mahj Jong League Playing Card. Mahj games are fastpaced, exciting, and require equal amounts of skill and good luck!

MAHJ Club 1 Lesson: (Thursday PM class - 6:00pm-8:00pm) This is a beginner’s class, designed for first time players, new to the game. We will teach the tiles, the 2023 National Mahj Jong League Card & how to play the game. This class is a true beginner class and cannot accommodate advanced levels of play instruction.

CANDY CORN BINGO When: Sunday, November 12th I 2:00pm-3:00pm Ages: Anyone I Location: Game Room Fee: Complimentary Join us for a few games of Candy Corn Bingo! We will be playing a few rounds, but your markers will be candy corn! Each round will get a prize for the winning card! Please RSVP by Thursday, November 9th.

TWEEN FALL MINUTE TO WIN IT When: Saturday, November 18th I 5:30pm-9:30pm Ages: 10-15 I Location: Sports Club Fee: $25 per child (includes dinner & snack) While your parents enjoy a night at the clubhouse, come hang out with the Activities Team as we have a wild, challenging night of team minute to win it games! We have compiled all our fall/Thanksgiving games into one night! You will test out your luck with games such as a bit corny, Elephant March, haunted hay ride obstacle course and so much more! Which team has what it takes to bring home the prize?

Don’t miss out on this evening of laughs and RSVP by Wednesday, November 15th.

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MAHJ Club 2 Lesson: (Friday AM class - 10:00am-12:00pm) This is a beginner’s class, BUT it is designed for both first time players, and those who have had limited exposure to the game (perhaps taken only one or 2 lessons, played once or twice, or have not played in a long time). We will review the tiles, the 2022 National Mahj Jong League Card & focus on how to play the game.

Club 1 Lesson - Thursday, November 2nd I 6:00pm-8:00pm Club 2 Lesson - Friday, November 3rd I 10:00am-12:00pm Location: Sports Club - Game Room I Ages: Adults Only Fee: $65 per person per lesson *Please RSVP no later than October 19th We are exciting to be working with Mahj In The City! Ashley & Leigh will be joining us for a two session workshop to teach you all that you need to know about this exciting game! They will bring all supplies, but if you have your own, you are welcomed to bring it!

Our goal is to hold Mahjong on Thursday evenings from 6-8pm in the game room after the lessons are complete, based on participation and interest! We hope to see you there and if you have any questions please let Natalie know.

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MEMBER EVENTS

GIVE THANKS KIDS DAY OUT When: Wednesday, November 22nd I 9:00am-3:00pm Ages: 5-10 I Location: Poolside Fee: $60 per child (includes lunch & snack) *Sibling discount available Are you out of school and need something to do? We will keep you entertained for a full day of kids camp with your activities team! We will be inside and outside playing some traditional holiday games, making some Thanksgiving crafts and even creating a special treat to take home to your family! Please RSVP by Friday, November 17th.

RIVIAL WEEKEND KIDS NIGHT OUT When: Saturday, November 25th I 5:30pm-9:00pm Ages: 5-10 I Location: Poolside Fee: $25 per child (includes dinner & snack) *Sibling discount available Are you a college football fan? Even if your not, this weekend always brings out the best rivals in the sport so we are going to bring that competitive edge to the sports club! We are going to come up with team names, shirts and compete in anything from teambuilding challenges, to puzzle games, relays and so much more! May the best team win! Please RSVP by Tuesday, November 21st.

UGLY & BRIGHT SWEATER NIGHT - TWEEN EVENT When: Friday, December 8th I 5:30pm - 9:30pm Ages: 10 -15 I Location: Sports Club Fee: $25 per child (includes dinner & snack) *Sibling discount available *Please bring a gift of $10 or less Come dressed in your worst holiday sweater yet as we have a party to kick off this holiday season! In addition to the worst sweater award we are going to play the famous White Elephant Gift Exchange with a twist! And if that was not enough, we are going to go on a holiday selfie scavenger hunt, play holiday movie trivia and make our own tasty treats before heading home! Please RSVP by Tuesday, December 5th.

TWINKLE, TWINKLE LITTLE PAR-TAY - KIDS NIGHT OUT When: Saturday, December 16th I 5:30pm-9:30pm Ages: 5-10 I Location: Sports Club Fee: $25 per child (includes dinner & snack) *Sibling discount available *Please bring a gift of $10 or less Come dressed to impress in your favorite holiday colors, shirt, sweater or all of the above as we have a fun-filled festive holiday party! We are going to create holiday crafts, go on a candy cane scavenger hunt and make some ornaments for our kids corner tree!

In addition we are going to do a fun gift exchange with a twist to end the evening! Please RSVP by December 13th to hold your spot!

FLAG FOOTBALL SUNDY FUNDAY When: Sunday, November 26th I 2:00pm-3:30pm Ages: 6-10 I Location: Poolside Fee: $5 per person Come burn off some calories as we have a Sunday Funday Flag football game!! To start we will be designing our own bandanna to wear during the game. From there we will have a friendly game of flag football between the teams! After we we will crown the winning team and enjoy a team snack! Please RSVP by Wednesday, November 22nd.

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SPORTS CLUB HOLIDAY HOURS: November 23rd: Closed December 24th: Close at 1pm I December 25th: Closed December 31st: Close at 1pm I January 1st: Closed

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MEMBER EVENTS ELF ADVENTURES CAMP When: December 21st & 22nd I 9:00am-3:00pm Ages: 5-10 I Location: Sports Club Fee: $60 per day I $110 for both days (includes lunch & snack) *Sibling discount available Who wants to be stuck at home while your parents finish the baking, cleaning, and shopping?! Get out of the house and let them work as we plan on having two fun-filled days of holiday fun! From jingle bell toss to crafts galore to a elf candy cane hunt, it will be a camp not to miss! Please RSVP by Friday, December 15th. *You can attend both days or just one

POLAR EXRESS X 2 When: Wednesday, December 13th & Thursday, December 14th Time: 4:30pm-8:00pm I Ages: Family Event I Location: Clubhouse Fee: $15 per family *Buffet will be available both nights and will be a different reservation. Please call to reserve your table, at 919.348.4374.

Buffet Fee: $24.95++ For Adults, $16.95++ For Children 6 to 12, 5 and under free We are very excited to be bringing back the Polar Express to Wakefield this holiday season, and this year Santa will be stopping by to join the fun! We will be offering two nights this holiday season to make sure that everyone can get a spot! The train will pull up by the clubhouse and take you on a 10-12 minute ride to get you into the holiday spirit! With snow and a polar express ticket, this is the real deal! Reservations for the train will be in 15 minute increments and are required.

WINTER MOVIE WONDERLAND When: December 26th - December 29th I 9:00am-3:00pm Ages: 5-10 I Location: Sports Club Fee: $60 per day I $230 for the week (lunch & snack included) *Sibling discount available Each day we are going to explore a different magical winter movie.

Each day will be filled with themed activities, games and crafts based on that movie. On Friday we will pick between all four movies and the winning vote will be the movie we will watch on Friday afternoon to close out the camp. The days will be based on the following movies: Frozen, The Polar Express, Happy Feet & Ice Age. Please RSVP by Thursday, December 21st.

If you would like to sign your family up, you will have to make a reservation with Natalie. Please indicate how many riders will be in your family, what time and what day you prefer. *All reservations must go through Natalie and are required.

GINGERBREAD HOUSES When: Sunday, December 17th I 2:00pm-3:30pm Ages: Everyone I Location: Main Clubhouse Fee: $30 per house Grab the family and get creative with this yearly tradition! We will provide all the supplies, all you have to do is put it together! This is a great family event to get you into this holiday season! When you register please make a note of how many houses you will need.

GLOW N’ THE DARK NYE KIDS PARTY When: Sunday, December 31st I 5:30pm-9:00pm Ages: 5-10 I Location: Sports Club Fee: $25 per child (includes dinner & snack) *Sibling discount available Wear all the neon colors you can and join us as we ring in the New Year with a little bit of pizazz! One of the rooms will be transformed into a glow n’ the dark party - with glow sticks, glasses, games, and so much more! At the end of the night, we will watch the neon balloons drop as we celebrate and ring in 2024! Please RSVP by Wednesday, December 27th.

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FITNESS YOU STRENGTHEN YOUR HEART & LOWER CHOLESTEROL Sixty years ago, the cause of heart disease was attributed to aging without a clear link to lifestyle factors. Today, research is now defining heart disease to be linked to diet and lifestyle. Though we need cholesterol for healthy bodily processes like hormone production, too much cholesterol may lead to heart disease.

Since our bodies naturally produce cholesterol on their own, exogenous cholesterol found in meat and dairy tend to raise our bad cholesterol. In 2004, the INTERHEART study, found factors such as diet, exercise and smoking accounted for over 90% of the risk of having a heart attack. What’s the best way to avoid this? Limiting saturated fats, avoiding, and lowering the intake of cholesterol, exclusively found in animal products, abstaining from smoking and working in physical activity. You Will Have No Issues Getting Your Protein & Keeping Muscle SAY GOODBYE TO INFLAMMATION & BLOATING Consuming the fiber in plant based foods yields a short chain fatty acid, butyrate, which affects anti-inflammatory activities by positively affecting immune cell migration, adhesion & cytokine expression all while aiding healthy digestion.

Since our gut constantly changes due to the bacteria inside, what we eat is a direct component to the level of inflammation in our body. Since meat and dairy contain little to no fiber to feed our healthy bacteria, eating fiber rich plant foods is the key to a healthy gut with minimal bloating and inflammation. Animal proteins also tend to have higher concentrations of sulfur amino acids that will metabolize to acid-generating metabolites, causing the PH level of the body to lower. To neutralize the acid load in the body, essential nutrients like calcium are used.

Your body will steal nutrients from anywhere needed, including bones and organs. Alkaline plant foods such as spinach, lemons and almonds keep our body oxygen rich and healthy while balancing the body's PH naturally.

What you can EXPECT from Adopting a PLANTBASED DIET? By: David J González According to the Institute of Medicine’s protein requirements, 0.8 grams are needed per kilogram of bodyweight. This means an adult who weighs roughly 68 kilograms will require 54 grams daily.

Examples of high protein plant foods: Tofu- 25g per cup Oats- 5-6g per 1⁄2 cup (dry weight) Ezekial bread- 11g per 100g or 4-5g per slice Chickpeas- 20g per cup (cooked) Split peas- 25g per cup (cooked Lentils- 27g per cup (cooked) Kidney beans- 24g per cup (cooked) Black bean pasta- 46 g per 100g (dry weight) Spinach- 14g per 500g Broccoli- 14g per 500g Cauliflower- 10g per 500g Mushrooms- 15g per 500g Potato- 10g per 500g Kale- 16g per 500g Green peas- 8g per cup Almonds- 10.5g per 50g Hemp seed- 18g per 50g Plant Based protein powders 17g-25g per scoop

David Gonzalez dgonzalez@ccwakefieldplantation.com Hello everyone !

I hope you are enjoying this season and looking forward to planning for holiday events with your family and friends.

I would like to remind you of the the wonderfully healthful benefits of winter veggies such as pumpkin, butternut or yellow squash, and zucchini. This mix can make a beautiful cooked salad! Simply sautee' or steam until slightly soft, toss with EVOO, a bit of raw red onion, and healthy salt for a delicious side dish to a healthy protein.

Another wonderful option is to substitute spaghetti squash for the noodles in your hearty pasta or soup dishes.

It's especially satisfying if you add real parmesan cheese, which is known to lower blood pressure and add probiotics.

For Black Friday, we have a 24 hour special that you will not want to miss! Keep your eyes out for more information coming soon!

Bless you my friends and I hope you and yours have the best holidays, Heather hbailey@ccwakefieldplantation.com

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TENNIS TIME It’s hard to believe that 2023 is coming to an end. From opening the new pickleball facility to the incredible growth and success of the Adult tennis program. This is truly a year that we can look back on and be proud of.

What’s even more exciting is that this year is not over, we still have some tennis to play and some champions to crown! The weekend of December 8-10th the member-member, member-guest tennis doubles championships will take place for both the men and ladies divisions. Friday the 8th will be the player’s party at the breaker bar. This party will be Holiday themed and will be open for everyone to attend.

Also coming up are our end of the year pickleball socials. The men will take the courts on Thursday evening November 2nd and the ladies social will take place on Thursday evening November 9th. Both socials will include food drinks and round-robin play. To register please check the clubs online event calendar.

To close, the Wakefield Professional Staff would like to thank the membership for another incredible year down at the courts. We have an awesome group of members and it is a real pleasure for us to grow and improve this program

with you! As always, if there is anything that we can do to help you and your family around the courts, please do not hesitate to give us a call. We wish everyone a safe and happy Thanksgiving, Christmas and Holiday season!

Kyle Thortsen, Corporate Director of Tennis

Tennis Clinic Schedule

2023 PRIVATE LESSON PRICING Kyle Thortsen Hour: $70 I Half Hour: $45.00 Davis Humphries Hour: $60.00 I Half Hour: $40.00 Corey Oliphant Hour: $60.00 I Half Hour: $40.00 Paul Jasperson Hour: $60.00 I Half Hour: $40.00

CLINIC PRICING $10.00 I 30 minutes $ 18.00 I 1 Hour $25.00 I 90 Minutes $32.00 I 2 Hours

TENNIS SCHEDULE MONDAY 4:30 - 6:30pm I High Performance 6:30 - 7:30pm I WP Men's Clinic 6:30 - 7:30pm I 2.5 Ladies (Will start on August 28) TUESDAY 9:30 - 10:30am I Ladies 2.5 Clinic 4:30 - 5:00pm I Tennis Tots (3 - 7) 4:30 - 6:30pm I High Performance 5:00 - 6:30pm I Junior Development (Ages: 8 - 14) 6:30 - 7:30pm I Cardio WEDNESDAY 4:30 - 6:30pm I High Performance 6:30 - 7:30pm I Adult Beginner Clinic THURSDAY 4:30 - 5:00pm I Tennis Tots (Ages: 3 - 7) 5:00 - 6:30pm I Junior Development (Ages: 8 - 14) 6:30 - 7:30pm I Ladies 3.0 | 3.5 | 4.0 Clinic FRIDAY 9:00 - 10:00am I Ladies 3.0 | 3.5 Morning Clinic 10:00 - 11:00am I Ladies Adult Beginner Clinic SATURDAY 9:00 - 10:00am I Cardio and Games SUNDAY 9:00 - 10:00am I Cardio and Games

PICKLEBALL SCHEDULE 6:30 - 7:30pm I Tuesday Adult Intermediate PB Clinic 12:00 - 1:00pm I Sunday Adult Intro to PB Clinic 1:00 - 2:00pm I Adult Intermediate PB Clinic

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TEE IT UP CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR 2023 CLUB CHAMPIONS

Brady Eckard (Men’s Champion)

Courtney McKim (Ladies Champion)

Greg Democko (Senior Champion)

Keith Waters (Super Senior Club Champion)

Kirsten Michelsen (Senior Ladies Champion)

Stella Smith (Girls Champion)

UPCOMING EVENTS TURKEY DAY SHOOTOUT Friday, November 24th I 11:00 AM Shotgun Start Eligibility: Members, guests, and dependent children 18 years old or older *Teams may not be comprised of two dependents. $40 per player (includes prizes & hors d’oeuvres after play) Format: Two-person Captain's Choice

GOLF SHOP CHRISTMAS SALE Saturday, December 2nd I 9:00 – 5:00 Everything will be on sale!!!

Complimentary Gift Wrapping Snacks & Beverages Drawing for free gifts Please be sure to stop by and take advantage of some great deals!

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Ryan Grentz (Boys Champion)

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LOOKING BACK AT 2023

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LOOKINGBACK BACKAT AT2023 2023 LOOKING

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MCCONNELL GOLF NEWS

DOWNLOAD THE MCCONNELL GOLF MOBILE APP Stay connected with McConnell Golf while you’re on the go! Our mobile app is tailored to fit the needs of each of our clubs, all in one app experience.

Whether you need to view our member directory, place a food order, book a tee time, court or dining reservation, or access your club’s events calendar, the app will grant you access to everything you need. Members who opt-in for push notifications on the app will also receive club updates regarding course conditions, special events and more. Download the app on the Apple App or Google Play Store today!

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Hot off the press – the second issue of our 20th anniversary magazine is here! This issue highlights part II of a year-long celebration. We invite you to send us detailed stories about your member experience for the upcoming 2024 publications as well. To submit a story idea, go to bit.ly/mcconnellgolfthemagazine2024 and complete the form, or email Faith Inman at finman@mcconnellgolf.com. We appreciate everything you do to make this publication a success!

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November MAHJ Series Lesson 1

MAHJ Series Lesson 2

Wednesday Night Buffet

Candy Corn Bingo

Tween Minute to Win it

Wednesday Night Buffet

Thanksgiving Buffet

Chili Cook-Off Kids Night Out

Flag Football Sunday Funday

December Santa Breakfast

Santa Brunch

Tacky Tween Holiday Gift Exchange

Wednesday Night Buffet Polar Express

Gingerbread Houses

Merry Christmas Club’s Closed

New Years Eve Dinner Glow N’ the Dark NYE Kids Party

Winter Wonderland Camp

Wednesday Night Buffet Winter Wonderland Camp

Polar Express

Kids Night Out

Elf Adventure Camp

Elf Adventure Camp

Winter Wonderland Camp

Winter Wonderland Camp

The CC at Wakefield Plantation 2201 Wakefield Plantation Drive Raleigh, NC 27614