JANUARY, 2024
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PORTERS NECK COUNTRY CLUB
PORTERS NECK A MCCONNELL GOLF PROPERTY
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CONTENTS Geoffrey & Samantha Crater
4 Holiday Gala Photos What a special night!
07 McConnell Golf & Porters Neck Club News
10 January Social Events Start the new year off right with our New Year‘s Day Brunch! 21 Golf News & Photos 2024 Golf Schedule, Photos from the Ebeneezer and Mrs. Claus events! 21 Court Sports The Porters Neck Tennis Ladder is underway! Registration is open for the Pickleball Championship. 23 Wellness News Puppy Yoga, January Schedule, Evening Restorative Yoga now starting at 6:30 PM. 26 Junior News & Upcoming Events
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29 Junior Photos Polar Express, Parent - Child Golf Tournament and Gingerbread House Decorating
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MCCONNELL GOLF NEWS
AMPLIFY YOUR BRAND’S REACH – SPRING/SUMMER ISSUE OF MCCONNELL GOLF, THE MAGAZINE Advertise in the 2024 Spring-Summer edition of McConnell Golf, The Magazine! This publication is a staple here at McConnell Golf, for the members, by the members, and we appreciate your efforts to enhance it each year. We invite you to take part in the magazine with opportunities for full- and half- page ad placement, in addition to basic directory listings starting at just $175 per issue.All advertisers receive a standard listing in the Member Directory. If you are interested in advertising or listing your business in our magazine, please contact your club’s membership director today.
MCCONNELL GOLF INVITES YOU TO SHOP ONLINE FOR TENNIS AND GOLF APPAREL In addition to golf apparel in 15 storefronts, McConnell Golf is now offering you access to 10 storefronts that connect you with our tennis shops online.Each club’s storefront offers a large catalog of apparel and accessories from top brands. All products can be customized with your club’s logo and will be delivered right to your front door. Visit mcconnellgolf.shop and gear up for a great year ahead!
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2024 GOLF SCHEDULE BOOKLET COMING SOON Coming in January, the 2024 McConnell Golf schedule booklet features all the information you need to get ready for the upcoming golf season. From club tournament dates to pro shop hours and instructional lesson rates, you’ll have a compact guide right at your fingertips. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting out, stay in the loop with a calendar that will take the hassle out of planning your next golf adventure.
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JANUARY, 2024
PORTERS NECK COUNTRY CLUB
Club News Team Vittoria was victorious! They defeated the Bourbon Ballers in the finals of our season VI Bocce league.
Ebeneezer Champions
Player of the Year!
Congratulations to our 2023 Ebeneezer Champions! Charlie Fappiano, Jake Hooks, Larry Ankrom, and Brian Schroeder. We are truly grateful for the members who participated in the 26th Annual Ebeneezer charity golf tournament on Saturday. December 8th.
For the 3rd consecutive year in a row, Porters Neck junior, Sophia Catino is named 2023 Coastal Preps Girls Tennis Player of the Year. Way to go, Sophia!
Bocce League Champions "Team Vittoria" Karol Soracco, Robert Soracco, Daniel Smith, and Jeffrey Taweel "Bourbon Ballers" John Kane, Tracey Kane, Jimmie Wilder, and Alice Wilder
Welcome New Members! JAKE & ANN MILLER SMITH Young Executive Sport
Due to your generosity, $3,000 was donated for paws4people. This wonderful organization provides highly qualified assistance dogs for people with both visible and invisible needs, including veterans and children. POST | CLUB NEWS
MARCUS & KATHERINE FIEBKA Young Executive Sport - Golf Waiting JIMMY & CINDY STEPHENS Clubhouse - Golf Waiting PAGE 8
2023 Tennis Club Champions!
WOMEN'S DOUBLES OPEN DIVISION Cary Gustavson & Kristin Donovan
DOUBLES 7.0 BELOW DIVISION Thomas & Peter van Drumpt
Cookie of the Month: Gingersnaps BY: LYNN HART, PASTRY CHEF AT RALEIGH COUNTRY CLUB When I was 37 years old, I went back to school to get a culinary degree. This was one of the first things I baked at Trails End. More than twentyfive years later, it is still one of my favorite cookie recipes. Whenever I make them, I think of Gary Henz and the incredible opportunities I have received because of the strong foundation he laid for me.
DIRECTIONS 1. Sift the flour, baking soda, ground ginger, salt, and ground cinnamon together. 2. Use a paddle blade on your mixer and mix the sugar and vegetable oil together for 1 minute. 3. Add one egg at a time followed by the molasses. Mix this together for 1 minute. 4. Fold in the sifted dry ingredients a little at a time until it is well
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INGREDIENTS 4 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 4 teaspoons baking soda 1 teaspoon ground ginger 1 teaspoon salt 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 2 cups granulated sugar (additional sugar will be needed for rolling) 1 1/2 cups vegetable oil 2 eggs 1/2 cup molasses
blended. This should take about two more minutes for the proper mixing. 5. Chill the dough for at least an hour before you scoop them. 6. Roll the scooped dough in sugar and bake: Conventional oven 350
degrees
for
12
minutes,
Convection oven - 325 degrees for 8-10 minutes. 7. 3 teaspoon scoop will make 106 cookies. PAGE 9
JANUARY SOCIAL NEWS
2024 Wine & Epicurean Events 2024 wine Tastings
Grape Expectations Pairing Dinners
5:00 - 6:30 PM | BALLROOM
THEMES TO BE ANNOUNCED!
January 6th, Winebow
January 11th, Queen of Wines
February 22nd, Johnson Bros.
February 10th, Freedom Beverages
March 9th, 3 Keys
March 21st, Windham
April 25th, Windham
April 13th, Winebow
May 11th, Queen of Wines June 15th, Empire July 25th, Johnson Bros. August 29th, Advintage September 14th, Freedom October 30th, 3 Keys November 21st, Empire December 19th, Advintage Wine Tastings are
Wine
May 16th, Empire
Pahlmeyer Wine Experience
June 6th, 3 Keys July 6th, Queen of Wines August 15th, Advintage September 19th, Johnson Bros.
In 2024 we will be adding a new
October 17th, 3 Keys
element at Porters Neck, which we are
November 7th, SIP & SHOP
calling an ‘Epicurean Series”. This
December 5th, Advintage
complimentary
series of dinners will focus on Elevated
for PNCC Wine Club Members. The
Wines bottles, include 4 to 5 courses
cost is $15 Per Person for Non-Wine
and have more of a boutique’ feeling.
Club Members. 72-hour cancellation
The cost is $100++ per person. Only 40
policy
seats will be available! Register online. THURSDAY, JANUARY 25TH, 6PM Pahlmeyer Wine Experience SATURDAY, MAY 25TH, 6PM 3 Keys, Debra Jacobs SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 7TH, 6PM Queen of Wines, Quincy Keopf
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Cost: $55++ Wine Club Members / $65 ++ Non-Wine Club Members. Includes a bottle of wine to take home. PAGE 10
Porters Pastabilities SATURDAY, JANUARY 20TH 5:00 - 7:30 PM | PORTERS NECK BALLROOM
All Porters Neck members are invited to join us for pasta night in the ballroom with
buffet
and
action
stations. The cost is $29.95++ for Adults, $15.95++ for Ages 1318, and $9.95++ Children 12 & Under. Online reservations required and can be made online
via
the
website
calendar.
72
Hour
Cancellation
Policy
Strictly
Happy BIRTHDAY Are you celebrating a birthday? Any member with a January birthday is invited to enjoy Porters Pastabilities as our guest! The complimentary dinner will only be awarded to the member who is celebrating his/her birthday that particular month.
SALAD McConnell House & Caesar Salad Garlic Bread CHEF ATTENDED PASTA STATION BUFFET SELECTIONS Parmesan Whipped Potatoes Buttered Haricot Verts with Roasted Red Peppers Garlic and Herb Roasted Chicken Crispy Tuscan Pork Cutlets with LemonHerbed Butter Sauce Becky's Sweet Treats
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Porters Dining Hours Reservations are not required for lunch but they are preferred for dinner. Tuesday: 11AM - 3PM Wednesday - Saturday: 11AM - 8PM Sunday: 11AM - 3PM Take Out Tuesday: 11AM - 3PM Wednesday - Saturday: 11AM - 7:30PM Sunday: 11AM - 3PM Call 910-686-8145 to place your order
New Year’s Day Brunch
Turn Window Tuesday - Sunday | 10 AM - 4 PM
MONDAY, JANUARY 1ST | 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM Brunch Buffet Selections
Scrambled Eggs
Assorted Breads, Bagels, and Croissants Applewood Smoked Bacon and Sausage Patties Southern Hash Brown Casserole Creamy Stoneground Grits with Sautéed Shrimp Seasonal Chef’s Choice Salads Heritage Farms Cheshire Pulled Pork Classic Hoppin’ John Southern Braised Greens with Smoked Turkey Cheddar Jalapeno Cornbread Muffins Chef Becky’s New Year’s Day Delights Cost & Reservations
Adults: $20.24++ | Children Ages 5-16: $14.95++ | Children 4 & Under: $6.95++. Reservations are required and can be made every half hour. A 48 Hour Cancellation policy will be enforced. POST | SOCIAL
Ladies Bunco WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 10TH | 6:30 PM All of the lovely ladies of Porters Neck Country Club are invited to join us for an evening of Cocktails, Dessert and Bunco! 6:30 PM: Cocktail Half Hour 7:00 PM: Bunco! Please make your reservations online. PAGE 12
NFL Sundays MEMBERS LOUNGE | 12:00 - 7:00 PM Join us in the Porters Neck Members Lounge for NFL football, food and drinks! We have the Direct TV NFL Package so that we can be sure to give you access to all of the games that you want to see! Registration is not necessary. 12:00 - 3:00 PM: Limited Ala Carte Porter Menu 3:00 - 7:00 PM: Light, Complimentary Hors d’oeuvres
Holiday Dining Hours December 31st: We will be open New Year’s Eve (Sunday) per our usual with a Small Limited Breakfast Buffet and A la Carte Brunch Menu January 1st: New Year’s Day we will open for our New Year’s Day Brunch 10:30AM-1:30PM in addition to having the Turn Open that day. January 2nd – 5th: Porters will be Closed Tuesday the 2nd through Thursday the 4th reopening for Regular Service on Friday the 5th.
Wine Tasting SATURDAY, JANUARY 6TH | 5:00 - 6:30 PM PNCC BALLROOM Porters Neck Members are invited to join us for a Wine Tasting with Lauren Dixon of Winebow in the PNCC Ballroom. Selected wines will be available for wine-to-go purchases at discounted rates. This event is Complimentary for PNCC Wine Club Members. The cost is $15 Per Person for Non-Wine Club Members. Registration is required and must be made online or by calling 686-8180. Cancellation is Required 72 hours prior this event. Thank you for your consideration in making this event a success. POST | SOCIAL
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VAN RUITEN FAMILY WINERY A Grape Expectations Event THURSDAY, JANUARY 11TH | 6:00 PM START Bring a bottle of unopened wine and participate in the Red & White Exchange! Enjoy Three Chef Curated Small Plates Paired with Three Hand Selected Wines. Grape Expectations Reservation Policies Reservations for Grape Expectations will open online 45 days prior to each event. You will be able to book your seats at your convenience once the booking window opens. Our team is unable to make reservations outside of the online booking window. Cost & Registration $55++ Wine Club Members / $65 ++ Non-Wine Club Members. Includes a bottle of wine to take home. 72-hour cancellation policy. POST | SOCIAL
WINE CLUB MEMBERS ENJOY $1.50 off Every Glass purchased at the Club/Pool including Club Events (i.e. Trivia Night) 15% off Every Bottled purchased at the Club/Pool including Club Events (i.e. Family Luau) Waived Corkage Fee for any bottles brought into the Club ($15 value) Ability to store up to 6 bottles on site Discounted Rate on Wine Pairing Dinners Free Wine Tastings (Occasionally) Wine fees will be prorated throughout the year if joining after January but will not be refunded if canceled during the year. TO JOIN, CONTACT: Justine Serrano catering@portersneckcountryclub.com ANNUAL WINE CLUB FEE $180.00 / Family Membership $120.00 / Single Membership
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PORTERS NECK SOCIAL CLUBS
Ladies On the Loose THURSDAY, JANUARY 25TH | 11:30 AM
Lancome, Dior and Estee Lauder makeup professionals will work their magic and show you tips and trick to put your best face forward. Spend a fun morning with Lancôme makeup professionals Jacki Hayes from Dior and Linsey Sipe with Estée Lauder.
Home & Garden Club
Those attending will receive a 15% product discount and
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 17TH | 9:30 AM | PNCC BALLROOM
Aleta Funk and her talented assistant Georgia as well as
makeover at Dillards specifically for our members. Please select one of the following options when making your reservation.
Our speaker this month will be Elizabeth Leake of Waterford Interiors. The topic for January is ‘Wallpaper and 2024 Trends. Registration is not required. 9:30 AM SOCIAL HOUR
OPTION 1: Seasonal Composed Salad with Grilled Chicken OPTION 2: Seasonal Composed Salad with Pan Roasted Salmon The cost for this event is $25 per person includes coffee, tea, dessert, tax & gratuity. Remember to bring a dollar for the kitty! Reservations are required and can be made online. All Cancellations MUST be made 48 hours before the luncheon. POST | SOCIAL
| 10:00 AM MEETING
Join the Porters Neck Home & Garden Club! Annual dues $25 (cash or check). Monthly meeting topics alternate between garden and home.
Follow us on Facebook! Membership is open to PNCC
members. If you are interested in joining the Home & Garden Club, email us at portersneckhomeandgardenclub@gmail.com.
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GOLF NEWS
January Grip Special
During the months of January and February, the Pro Shop will be re-gripping clubs for special prices. If your grips are worn and slick or if you would like to try a different type, stop by and check out our selection. You will be amazed at how well new grips can help improve your game.
Upcoming Golf Events January 1st: Golf Course Open January 2nd: Golf Course Closed January 4th: Golf Fitness, Phase One Begins January 8th: Golf Fitness, Phase Two Begins
Thank You!
February 17th: Valentine’s Day Mixer February 24th: Opening Day Breakfast Scramble
Locker, Bag Storage Handicap Fees
&
All fees will be charged to member accounts this month. Please contact us if you have any changes.
From everyone on the Golf Staff, we would like to thank you for all the support throughout the year. 2023 has been a great year and we are looking forward to having another fantastic year in 2024. Hope everyone had a safe and happy holiday season. Please let us know if we can be of assistance at anytime.
Hours of Operations PRO SHOP: Tuesday - Sunday: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Bag Storage-$85/yr Locker Rental-$60/yr Handicap Fee-$40/yr POST | GOLF
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Porters Neck 2024 Golf Tournament Schedule Here is a look at our tournament schedule. We will be working on WGL and MGA weekly events soon. McConnell Golf is starting to transition to using Golf Genius as our main tournament site. We will be talking with Golf Genius in the next month or so to set up. Feb 17 – Valentine’s Couple’s Mixer Feb 24 – Men’s Opening Day Breakfast Scramble March 17 – Irish Open March 21 – WGL Opening Day April 10 – Masters Par 3 Contest April 13 – Masters 1 Day Member Guest April 17-20 – ACC Women’s Championship April 25 – Ladies Tar Heel Event April 29 – FCA Fundraiser Outing May 6-7 – Greens Maintenance – Course Closed May 18-19 – PNCC Men’s Sr Championship May 27- Memorial Day– Course Open May 28 – Course Closed May 30 – Ladies Member-Member June 22-23 – PNCC Men’s Member-Member July 4 – Open July 8-12 – Course Closed for Aerification July 27 – 2 Person Tough Pin Day August 22 – Ladies Interclub at PN August 24-25 – MGA Ryder Cup August 26 – CGA 1 Day September 2 – Labor Day Outing Course Open September 3 – Course Closed September 12-14 – Men’s Member-Guest October 8 – Pink Ribbon Golf Event October 12-13 – PNCC Club Championship(Men & Ladies) October 19 – 1 Day Member-Guest November 2-3 –2 Man Dogfight November 5 – Ladies Invitational November 28 – Thanksgiving ½ Day December 3 – Mrs. Clause 9 Hole outing December 4– MGA Tough Pin Day & Awards December 14 – Ebeneezer Outing December 23- Open December 24-26 – Course Closed POST | GOLF
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Tennis Ladder DECEMBER 11TH - APRIL 1ST | PORTERS NECK CC The PNCC tennis ladder is back! Starting December 11th – April 1st, you can work your way up the ladder in a fun and competitive environment. This year you can partner with anyone and the first initial rankings will be random. The Ladder Finals will be held on Saturday, April 6th The rules are below and if you have any questions please email Rafa at tennisdirector@portersneckcountryclub.com. Divisions:
Mixed Doubles | Men & Women's Doubles | Men & Women’s Singles
Awards for Most matches played, Best team spirit, Best team outfit and Other fun categories You may only challenge up to 5 spots at a time (i.e.: #10 can challenge #9-#5) Minimum of 2 matches a month are required or ranking will be dropped Challengers must provide balls and reserve court. Matches are best 2 out of 3 sets with the 3rd set being a 10-point tiebreaker. Ladder Finals will be held on Saturday March 25th If you need help finding a partner let our tennis staff know and we will find you someone. There is a $10.00 charge per member that covers all the divisions The ladder will be updated every 2 weeks (please email your results to tennispro@portersneckcountryclub.com or hand in your score to the front desk staff member). You can find every players contact information through the club’s website under member directory. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to ask the tennis staff.
Weekly Tennis Clinics
Wednesday Tennis Cardio Clinic: 12:00 - 1:00 PM:
Open to all players! Burn
some calories while you get plenty of reps! This clinic is intended to get you moving and hitting a ton of balls! Cardio Tennis is a great way to burn calories, improve your conditioning, and footwork around the tennis court. Enjoy high energy music while running games and drills to keep your heart rate up. Minimum 3 players per clinic. All clinics are $25 and registration is required. Register online via the club calendar or by calling 686-8161. New to tennis?
Friday Tennis Cardio Clinic: 8:00 - 9:15AM:
Open to all players! Burn
Join Rafa for an orientation! Contact the Tennis office at
some calories while you get plenty of reps! This clinic is intended
686-8161.
to get you moving and hitting a ton of balls! Cardio Tennis is a great way to burn calories, improve your conditioning, and
Monday Men's 3.0 / 3.5 Clinic: 8:30 - 9:30 AM: Emphasis on doubles strategy and positioning. Minimum 2 players required
footwork around the tennis court. Enjoy high energy music while running games and drills to keep your heart rate up. Minimum 3 players per clinic. Ladies Intermediate Clinic (3.0, 3.5): 9:30 - 10:30 AM: This clinic
Ladies 3.0 / 3.5 Clinic: 9:30 - 10:30 AM: Cancellation policy:
will focus on technique and form while implementing doubles
Must cancel 12 hours prior to the start of clinic. No shows will
strategy and positioning. Must cancel 12 hours prior to start of the
be charged. Fee: $25
clinic or you will be charged. Fee: $25. No shows will be charged.
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Saturday’s Pickleball
Open
On Saturday's open pickleball we are designating courts A & B for 3.5 and above for open pickleball and courts C & D for 3.5 and below for open pickleball.
Porters Neck
Pickleball Open Pickleball MONDAY - SATURDAY | 9:30 - 11:00 AM: Open Play means that all players, of any skill level, are invited to play. Members can register for open pickleball via the club calendar. When attending open pickleball it is recommended that winning teams split up after they play. If waiting to play, all players should place their paddles on the paddle holders in order to determine who is next to play. This will allow for a fair order of play and same playing experience for everyone.
Advanced Open Pickleball THURSDAYS | 5:30 - 7:30 PM: Come join a fun night of competitive fun pickleball. This is for advanced players only, must be able to hold your own. Please register for this event online via the calendar.
Beginner Clinic
MONDAYS, BI-WEEKLY | 8:30 - 9:30 am: Learn the fundamental strokes and strategies of pickle ball through instruction, drills, and practice play! This Clinic is for beginners and will focus on rules, scoring, technique and proper positioning. Registration is required and be done online or by calling 686-8161. Clinic fees are $15 per player per clinic.
Men’s Pickleball Group TUESDAYS | 5:30 - 7:30 PM: Join the men of PNCC as we get together for evening Pickleball play! Please register for this event online via the calendar so we can know who is coming. POST | COURT SPORTS
Pickleball Championship SATURDAY, MARCH 9TH | PORTERS NECK CC This is a fun, all-day event that includes food, a keg, music, and prizes for the champion! DIVISIONS: Men's Doubles 3.0 & below, 3.1-3.5, 3.5-4.0, 4.0 & above Women's Doubles 3.0 & below, 3.1-3.5, 3.5-4.0, 4.0 & above Mixed Doubles 3.5 & below, 3.5 & above Max of 8 teams per division. $45pp. Please register online. Questions? Contact Rafa at tennisdirector@portersneckcountryclub.com. PAGE 22
J A N U A R Y ,
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WELLNESS NEWS
Six Month Group Exercise Package Unlimited classes from January 1st - June 30th. The cost is $240. If you come to at least 10 classes per month the package will pay for itself! Interested? Contact Allison, at fitness@portersneckcountryclub.com.
Gym Hours Staff is available at the front desk from 7:301:30 Monday – Saturday and from 8:00- 12:00 on Sundays.
An Evening of Restorative Yoga WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 17TH & 31ST | 6:30 - 7:30 PM | NEW TIME!! Come in for an hour-long restorative flow that will be relaxing and teach you ways to use restorative yoga breathwork and meditation. The flow will consist of low lighting, soy candles, essential oils, and a relaxing playlist. Restorative yoga is a passive, meditative form of yoga that allows you to focus on your breath while releasing tension in your body. Unlike other forms of yoga, restorative yoga requires you to hold asanas or poses for an extended length of time, typically 5 minutes or more.
Blood Drive
REGULAR HOURS 7 AM - 5 PM APP ACCESS HOURS 4AM- 7AM | 5PM - 12AM
SATURDAY & SUNDAY REGULAR HOURS 7AM - 1:30 PM
APP ACCESS HOURS 4AM - 7AM | 1:30 PM - 12AM
Got Paxton?
activities@portersneckcountryclub.com. The
The Paxton app provides members with access to the gym from 4:00 AM to Midnight, seven days a week. To sign up for the app, please contact Lynne Mitchell at the email address listed below. Pleased provide your name and individual email address.
blood drive will be in the ballroom.
admin@portersneckcountryclub.com
MONDAY, JANUARY 29TH | 12:00 - 5:00 PM PNCC BALLROOM Donations are by appointment only. For appointments, please contact Jen Hancock at 910-686-8161 xt. 128 or by e-mail at
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PUPPY YOGA Wednesday, January 17th & 24th 5PM - 6PM | Group Exercise Studio
C
ome join paws4people Puppies In Training at PNCC for Puppy Yoga! This will be a Fun Yoga class for all ages and levels taught by Laura Lazour.
The fee is $18 and 100% goes to paws4people. This event is not included in group exercise packages. You must cancel 24 hours in advance or you will still be responsible for your donation. Registration will open on the website calendar, 7 days in advance of each class at 8AM.
P
aws4people foundation was founded in 1999, with a mission to educate and empower people to utilize Assistance Dogs to transform their lives.
As an internationally accredited organization, our highly trained Assistance Dogs have one or more certifications providing support in areas such as mobility, psychiatric service, educational assistance, rehabilitative assistance, and therapeutic visitation. We have 450+ active client teams in 22 states, and have placed over 1,200 Assistance Dogs since their founding.
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Class Details and Registration on PNCC Calendar
***CLASS UPDATES*** NEW SATURDAY CLASS TIMES Golf Fitness: No weekly drop-ins are allowed. All spots are reserved to those who registered for the enitre 5 week series. Puppy Yoga on January 17th & 24th at 5:30PM Restorative Yoga taught by Mandy on Wed, Jan 17th and 31st at a NEW TIME*** 6:30PM***
January, 2024 Porters Neck Country Club
GROUP EXERCISE SCHEDULE
PARENT - CHILD GOLF TOURNAMENT Congratulations to the winners of our Parent -Child Golf Tournament! Thank you to everyone who participated and made this event SO much fun.
1st Place: Eric & Brady Cerrone
2nd Place: Geoffrey & Samantha Crater
3rd Place: Sunil & Sam Alexander
Juniors Night Out FRIDAY, JANUARY 26TH | 5:30 - 8:30 PM JUNIOR ACTIVITY ROOM Porters Neck juniors are invited to join us for a fun night of activities including dinner and a movie. This event is for ages 4 & up! The cost is $25 for 1 child, $45 for 2 siblings, $65 for 3 siblings. Registration is required limited to 10 juniors. Please register online or by calling Jen Hancock @ 686-8161 xt. 128. The deadline to register is noon on January 24th. There is a minimum of 5 attendees for this event to take place. No shows will be charged. POST | JUNIOR NEWS
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JUNIORNEWS
Junior Tennis Clinics
Academy Tennis Mondays & Wednesdays| 5PM- 7PM | | Rate: $25 per player: The Junior Tennis Academy is designed for competitive tennis players. The program focuses on developing players to maximize their potential. It is a high intensity training regiment aimed to improve the player's fitness, technique, point play, mental strategy and overall game.
Lego Club TUESDAY, JANUARY 23RD | 4:00 - 5:30 PM | JRS ACTIVITY ROOM Open to members and grandchildren ages 4+. Lego club is an opportunity to get creative and free build anything you choose with Legos or build one of our Lego kits. Deadline to register is 4 PM the day prior. The cost is $10 per child. Minimum -3 participants | Maximum - 12 participants. Register online or by calling Jen Hancock @ 686-8161, Xt. 128. No-shows will be charged.
Intermediate / Beginner Tuesdays| 4:30 - 6PM | Ages 8-13 | Rate: $20 per player: This program's focus is to develop players to start competitive match play. We emphasize an overall introduction to rules, scoring and etiquette. The clinics highlight stroke/technique development, repetitive stroke production while improving rallying skills in preparation for USTA, league and school matches.
Tiny Tots Wednesdays| 4- 4:45PM | Ages: 4-7 | Rate: $12 per player: This clinic introduces children to tennis. We focus on developing hand-eye coordination, agility, balance and proper tennis technique in a fun and positive environment. POST | JUNIOR NEWS
American Girl Club
TUESDAY, JANUARY 9TH | 4:00 - 5:30 PM | JRS ACTIVITY ROOM Join us as we craft accessories for our dolls and hang out with friends. Open to juniors ages 4+. Deadline to register is 4 PM the day prior. The cost is $10 per child. Minimum -3 participants | Maximum - 12 participants Register online or by calling Jen Hancock @ 686-8161, Xt. 128. No-shows will be charged. PAGE 27
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CLUB PROFESSIONALS
Administrative Office Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Jason Seehafer | General Manager gm@portersneckcountryclub.com 686-8180 ext. 104
Porters Dining Hours Tuesday: 11 AM - 3 PM Wednesday - Saturday: 11 AM – 8 PM
Mandy Shuffler | Membership, Marketing & Communications membership@portersneckcountryclub.com 686-8180 ext. 102
Sunday: 11 AM - 3 PM
TURN WINDOW Tuesday - Sunday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Terrie McElwain | Assistant Controller arap@portersneckcountryclub.com 686-8180 ext. 103 Lynne Mitchell | Executive Assistant admin@portersneckcountryclub.com 686-8180
TAKE OUT Tuesday: 11 AM – 3 PM Wednesday – Saturday: 11 AM – 7:30 PM Sunday: 11 AM - 3 PM Call 910.686.8145 to place your order.
Pools
Tad Balio | PNCC Executive SousChef chef@portersneckcountryclub.com
LAP POOL: Closed for the Season FAMILY POOL: Closed for the Season
Gym Hours Monday - Friday
Saturday & Sunday
Regular Hours
Regular Hours
7:00 AM- 5:00 PM App Access Hours
James 'JP' Patterson | Director of Food & Beverage jpatterson@mcconnellgolf.com 686-8180 ext. 105
7:00 Am - 1:30 PM App Access Hours
4:00 AM- 7:00 AM
4:00 AM- 7:00 AM
5:00 PM- 12:00 AM
1:30 PM - 12:00 AM
Golf Pro Shop Tuesday - Sunday: 7:30AM – 4:00PM
Allan Cure | Service Director restaurantmanager@portersneckcountryclub.com 686-8145
Justine Serrano | Banquet Service Manager service@portersneckcountryclub.com 686-8145 Robert Loper | PGA Head Golf Professional headpro@portersneckcountryclub.com 686-1177 Dana Kovich | Assistant Golf Professional danakovich@gmail.com Jordan Tennent | Assistant Golf Professional & Jr Golf assistgolfpro@portersneckcountryclub.com
Golf Practice Facilities Monday – Closed Tuesday – Sunday: 7:30AM – 5:00PM
Driving Range Monday: Closed Tuesday: Saturday 7am – Dusk Sunday: 7 am – 1 Hour Before Dusk
Club Phone Numbers Clubhouse: 686-8180 Porters: 686-8145 Golf Pro Shop: 686-1177 Sports Center: 686-8161 Tennis Court Condition Line: 686-8163
Porters Neck Country Club
Chris Parham | Golf Course Superintendent superintendent@portersneckcountryclub.com Jennifer Hancock | Social & Activities Director activities@portersneckcountryclub.com 686-8161 Rafael Toro | Tennis & Pickleball Director tennisdirector@portersneckcountryclub.com 686-8161 Montana Wiggs | Head Tennis / Pickleball Professional tennispro@portersneckcountryclub.com Allison Evans | Wellness Director fitness@portersneckcountryclub.com 686-8161 Josh Rowell | Maintenance Engineer maintenance@portersneckcountryclub.com