WE 2023 November/December Newsletter

NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2023

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THE WATER'S EDGE COUNTRY CLUB

YOUR CLUB HOURS OF OPERATION CLUBHOUSE DINING: Monday | Closed Tuesday |11am - 3pm Wednesday - Thursday | 11am - 8pm Take out orders need to be placed by 5:30 pm & picked up by 6:00 pm; pizzas available until 8:00 pm Friday & Saturday 11am - 9pm Take out orders need to be placed by 5:30 pm & picked up by 6:00 pm; pizzas available until 8:00 pm Sunday 10am - 3pm

COMMUNITY CONTACT INFORMATION AEP: 800-277-2177 For power outages affecting AEP customers VDOT: 800-367-7623 For downed trees blocking state-maintained roads, please contact the VDOT call center

EQUESTRIAN CENTER Daily | 9am - 3:30pm GOLF HOURS Monday | Closed Tee Times | 8:30am - 5:30pm GOLF SHOP Monday | Closed 8:30am - 5:30pm RANGE HOURS Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday & Saturday | 8:30am - 5:30pm Sunday & Thursday | Range 8:30am 4:00 pm FITNESS CENTER Using the Paxton application: Daily from 5:30am - 9pm Access through the club: Sunday & Tuesday 7am - 3pm Wednesday - Saturday| 7am - 8pm Monday | Closed

THE WATER'S EDGE COUNTRY CLUB STAFF Robert Lambert | rlambert@watersedgecountryclub.com Club Manager Jodi Gourley | jgourley@watersedgecountryclub.com Assistant Club Manager Ruth Rice | rrice@watersedgecountryclub.com Member Services Director Ed Currin | ecurrin@watersedgecountryclub.com Head Golf Professional Jeff Snyder | jsnyder@watersedgecountryclub.com Golf Course Superintendent Rhett Sorg | chef@watersedgecountryclub.com Executive Chef Kristina Wray | barn@watersedgecountryclub.com Equestrian Manager John Guthmann| tennis @watersedgecountryclub.com Tennis Pro Vickie Zimmerman| vzimmerman@watersedgecountryclub.com Personal Trainer

CLUB CONTACT INFORMATION Clubhouse: 540-576-1556 Club Manger: 540-576-1556 Golf Pro Shop: 540-576-3343 Member Services: 540-524-9075 Equestrian Center: 540-576-2714 Personal Trainer: 540-493-7388

Photo Credit: Kathleen Riordan

IN THIS ISSUE Your Club...……………….…………………….….......…...……...............................……......2 Club Update............……......................…….....................................................3-7 Photo Gallery ...............................................................................................8-9 Upcoming Events..................................................................................10-11 WECC Buzz...................................................................................................12 McConnell Golf News.................................................................................13 Calendar of Events & Cookie of the Month for November ............14 Calendar of Events & Cookie of the Month for December ............15 Photo Credit: Jette Ireland

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CLUB UPDATE A NOTE FROM ROBERT LAMBERT - YOUR CLUB MANAGER Can you believe it? The holidays are just around the corner! It’s a wonderful time of the year to spend with family, friends, and of course activities & gatherings at the club. It will be soon time to ring in the new year, so mark your calendar to celebrate at the Water’s Edge with the Legacy Motown Revue.

You can enjoy the holidays and the traditions that they bring while creating memories here at the Water’s Edge on beautiful Smith Mountain Lake. We realize that the holidays can be stressful and busy, so let our culinary staff help you with holiday cooking and baking. Please call us as you plan your holidays. May your holiday celebrations be filled with fun, family time, and good health.

I am excited to announce that we will be starting a Water’s Edge Wine Club at the beginning of 2024. Further details to be provided at a later date.

I would like to thank all our members who have supported our community engagement program Footprints on the Green. We are blessed with so many wonderful and generous members. Your contributions support local programs like Stepping Stone Mission and the Cool Branch Fire Department & Rescue Squad. Special thank you to all those who volunteered, donated and helped make these events a tremendous success.

We hope to see you at the club soon for some of our fun events. Some scheduled events include: Thanksgiving Buffet, Meet Your Neighbor Friday, November 11th from and on Friday, December 8th , Footloose on Friday November 17th, live music with Marie Anderson and December 1st, live music with Annalyse Marie, and our New Year’s Eve Gala Dinner & Dance December 31st.

A NOTE FROM ED CURRIN - YOUR GOLF PROFESSIONAL STAFF 2023 is drawing quickly to a close and it has been a busy and successful golf year here at The Water's Edge. We are busy at work compiling our 2024 Golf Schedule that will offer something for everyone! We recently hosted the Cool Branch Fire and Rescue Charity tournament on October 6th and had a huge success with 116 participants. We would like to thank everyone for your support of this event. In addition, we would like to thank the Cool Branch volunteers for being such a vital part of our community.

Member/Member (Overall Winners) Adam Jones & Chris Willis

We will be billing bag storage, handicaps, lockers, Men's and Women's Golf Association in February 2024. We have lockers and bag storage space available for anyone that may be interested in acquiring these services. Winter is approaching and this is a great time to update your clubs with replacement grips or you may even consider a new set for Christmas. We look forward to working with everyone. If you need any assistance, please feel free to call the Pro Shop.

Don’t forget the Pro Shop for your holiday shopping needs.

Cool Branch Fire and Rescue Tournament 1st Place (Gross) - Wayne Pyrtle, Anthony Jefferson, Dwight Jefferson, Mark Marstin 1st Place (Net) - Dana Hussey, Dustin Hussey, Mark Hamilton, Brandon Grogan

Ladies Senior Championship 1st Place (Gross) - Christal Talcott 1st Place (Net) - Diane John

Couple's Club Championship 1st Place (Gross) - Evelyn Vaden, Mark Teets 1st Place (Net) - Ann Patterson, Eric Patterson

Currin Cup (Overall Winners) 1st Place - Scott Wintrode and John Tennant

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GOLF UPDATE CONTINUED Mixed Club Championship

Net Winner - Eric & Ann Patterson

Gross Winner - Evelyn Vaden & Mark Teets

LADIES' GOLF ASSOCIATION A big congratulations to Christal Talcott our gross winner for Senior Club Championship and Diane John for the Net winner Senior Club Championship.

We’ve had a busy season with many rainouts.

Hopefully many ladies have met new friends and had an enjoyable golf season. A GIANT THANK YOU to our Pro shop for all the help and support.

Some of us play as long as the weather allows. Hope to see you at the club!

Ladies Closing Day

A NOTE FROM JOHN GUTHMANN YOUR HEAD TENNIS -PROFESSIONAL Tennis Grab a jacket and join us for our regular 9 a. m. M-W-F mixes doubles. Until the weather is cold enough to freeze the HarTru courts we’ll continue to play.

Pickleball Now that fall has arrived, regular play on Mondays, Fridays, and Saturdays will commence at 9:00 a.m.

If you need a tennis racquet or pickleball paddle, there are extras for both adults and children in the tennis shop.

Please return all borrowed equipment as soon as you are done playing.

Be sure to check Weekly Happenings for any updates regarding special pickleball and tennis events. For either private lessons or racquet restringing, contact me at: 434-927-5039.

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CLUB UPDATE A NOTE FROM JEFF SNYDER - YOUR GOLF COURSE SUPERINTENDENT We have been very busy since our last writing. I would like to thank all involved and played in the Cool Branch Event, which was HUGE success.

The greens were aerified last month and are healed up and ready for some fall golf. We got our “first round” of overseeding done, fairways and roughs, prior to our bulk fertilizer application. We had very little rain during the following weeks and we did our best to keep the seed moist while not being too wet. We’re currently focusing on sodding our worst areas and will be plugging and seeding others throughout the course. Please do your best with carts on the course and avoid seeded areas.

Moving into the fall, we will be continuing to “push” our weaker areas that we’ve been working on. Tees will be aerified after our closing days. I have a root pruner on site and have big plans for it this fall. Trees, as wonderful as they are, are ”out competing” our grasses in many areas. The root pruner will be run along the tree line and cart path edges. While this may be a bit disruptive in areas, we’ll clean up quickly and end results is what we’re after. Leaves are falling and we’ll do our best to stay on top of them.

As we move into the winter we will be focusing on trees and leveling sprinkler heads. Please remember to replace divots as well as reminding your guests to do the same. This is even more important at this time of year as we are blowing leaves. Replace what you can, step it down, sand balance if needed. Don’t forget ball marks as well, yours and one other.

As a reminder, personal carts are not allowed on the course. Only golfers who are walking the course are allowed during club hours. Please do not use the course for personal walking.

A NOTE FROM RUTH RICE -YOUR MEMBER SERVICES DIRECTOR Reminders: McConnell Golf takes a slightly different approach for the Employee Holiday Fund. Each member will be billed $50 on your October statement. You can elect to opt out or contribute more if you wish. Any adjustments would need to be submitted to me by email by November, 30, 2023.

Notary services are available at the sales office. Call me to set up an appointment. You will need to present identification such as an identification card, driver’s license, passport, etc.

Reservations are recommended when you come to the club for lunch or dinner, and required for special events. You can make reservations online, through the McConnell app or by calling the club at 540-576-1556.

Please Welcome the following new members: David & Kristen Eads Gene & Tammy Kirster

Quarterly food minimums are available. Class I and Class V are $250 per quarter. Class II, III and VI are $175 per quarter Make sure we have your birthday (including the year) in the system so you can take advantage of the free meal on Birthday Night.

Download the McConnell app to have easy access to the directory and for making Tee Times . Scan the URL code on page 13 to download.

Membership Information Invitational Membership - We are still offering a limited number of invitational memberships for non-property owners. The initiation fee is $40,000. Please share with your friends!

Members who sell their property can now remain members after the sale. Please call me for details.

Young Executive Membership - Member's young adult children who are no longer dependents can now have their own membership. This membership classification is based upon the primary members account being active and in good standing. No initiation fee is required with the Young Executive membership under the parents membership. Dues structure would be discounted as follows: Under 30: 60% off annual dues, 30 -34 years old: 40% off annual dues, 35-40 years old: 20% off annual dues. Call Ruth Rice at 540-524-9075 with any questions, or to discuss further. We encourage you to join the Water's Edge Facebook page. This will allow you to keep up to date with what's happening at the club.

Reciprocal Play - Class I and Class II members may play other facilities that are owned and operated by McConnell Golf, collectively (12) twelve times in a calendar year, by paying cart fees/caddy fees only. No more than (6) six times of the (12) twelve rounds may be at one particular property. Beyond the 6 plays at any one club or 12 total, you may continue to access for the full accompanied guest weekend or weekday rate. Access to practice facilities is only available on days of arranged play. Beyond golf, you may enjoy dining amenities at the other clubs. The charging of food and beverage will apply to your monthly minimum at The Water’s Edge. The reciprocal resets January 1st of each year and 12/6 rule starts all over again.

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CLUB UPDATE FROM THE EQUESTRIAN CENTER A NOTE FROM KRISTINA WRAY - THE EQUESTRIAN CENTER MANAGER Hey there Water’s Edge friends!

Services Offered

All of us here at the Equestrian Center, (furry 4-leggers included) hope everyone is enjoying the transition into Fall.

We had a wonderful Summer with all of our horse camps, and would like everyone to know how much we appreciate all the participation. We cannot wait for next year’s camps to kick off. We have already started planning new activities!

We have welcomed a new addition to our program horses. “Fury” is a beautiful Quarter Horse mare that was donated to us for lessons and trail rides. We hope that you will make a stop in to meet Fury!

Trail Rides Ring Rides Riding lessons for all ages Boarding Summer Horse Camp Horse leasing Birthday parties Private parties

Miss Pearl the mini has made numerous friends this year. She even made her first birthday party appearance alongside Buttercup, and together they made a little girl’s day even more special.

We look forward to hosting more birthday parties and other events this season. We welcome everyone to stop in and see us. Whether you need a relaxing trail ride, some riding lessons, or just want to hang out with our wonderful equines, we’ve got you covered. People who bond with horses tend to become more confident in themselves and feel encouraged to gain independence in their lives. So call us today to schedule your self therapeutic session through a trail ride! Happy trails! We hope to see you soon.

A Horses’ back can not bend

Horses have the largest eyes of any land animal

Horse Facts

Horses can sleep both lying down and standing up

The fastest recorded sprinting speed is 55 mph

Flehmen response is when a horse curls its lip up making them look like they are smiling Horses hooves continually grow like toenails

Contact information: 540-576-2714 or email at barn@watersedgecountryclub.com The Barn is open daily from 9:00am to 3:30pm

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FITNESS CENTER UPDATE PERSONAL FITNESS TRAINING

Yoga

Choose a workout that is suited to your needs & lifestyle. Call Vickie Zimmerman at 540-493-7388 to discuss the training programs available. Email address: vzimmerman@watersedgecountryclub.com

Come join us for Yoga 1-2, Chair Yoga & Yoga for Golfers 8:45 am (Both days) Hatha Yoga

Below you will find the pricing structure: Personal training 1hour 2 times a week; monthly charge = $432 30minutes 2 times a week; monthly charge = $288 Pay per session 30 minutes = $42 1 hour = $66 Have trainer stretch you/30 minute session = $54

10:00 on Monday - Gentle/chair yoga 10:00 on Wednesday Yoga for Golfers All yoga classes are no charge, and all participants are required to be fully vaccinated. Classes taught by Linda Aron, a certified and experienced yoga teacher.

Charges are billed to member account monthly Access to the fitness center is now available from 5:30 am to 9:00 pm through the Paxton app. Please contact Jodi Gourley at 540-576-1556 to receive an email from Paxton with the link to the application & a registration code. Each member must use a separate email address and must be 18 years old. You can still access the fitness center through the club during normal hours.

EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH SEPTEMBER 2023

Kristina Wray was voted Employee of the Month for September 2023. She is originally from Rocky Mount.

Kristina started working part time at The Water's Edge in June 2011 as a barn assistant. She moved into the assistant manager position in 2013 and has recently been promoted to the Manager of the Equestrian Center.

Handsome is one of the horses used in our program. Kristina bought him in 2009 and showed him up until 2015. They went to countless local barrel shows and Rodeos. They participated in regional championships twice, once in Perry GA and once In Clemson SC. Kristina won the title of State Champion in Barrel Racing in 2009 at the age of 14. In addition to Handsome, Kristina owns Buttercup and Echo that are used in the program at the Equestrian Center. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her family and crocheting.

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EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH OCTOBER 2023

Brittany Horsley joined our team at The Water's Edge in 2006. She was voted Employee of the Month for October 2023. In addition, Brittany was the Employee of month in May 2023 and the Employee of the Year for 2022!

She has worked at The Water's Edge since she was in high school. She is now the Lead for the wait staff.

Brittany is a key player in our food and beverage department and is part of the main drive that makes our events so successful! Brittany is also an amazing bartender who remembers what most members drink on a regular basis!

In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her family and riding her four wheeler.

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PHOTO GALLERY Cool Branch Fire & Rescue Squad Fundraiser Update Golf Tournament, Live & Silent Auction The golf tournament, along with the live and silent auction and monetary donations raised $268,000! This amount exceeded the total amount raised last year. Additional funds continue to come in; therefore a final total is not available at this time.

Over one hundred seventy-five people attended the event and fun was had by all! Thanks to the Water's Edge Community for coming together for a wonderful cause.

Special thanks to the committee who helped to make the tournament a great success!

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PHOTO GALLERY CONTINUED

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UPCOMING CLUB EVENTS BIRTHDAY NIGHT THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 2ND THURSDAY, DECEMBER 7TH

Are you celebrating your birthday in the month of November or December?

Come celebrate with us! Join us for a complimentary meal.

Make sure your birthday is updated in the system to qualify for the complimentary meal.

OMELET & WAFFLE STATION NOVEMBER & DECEMBER SUNDAYS 10:00AM-1:00PM Come join us for our delicious omelet & waffle station each Sunday!

Our lunch menu will not be available on Sundays. The bar menu & pizza menu will be available from 1pm to 3pm.

MEET YOUR NEIGHBOR FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 11TH 6:00PM-9:00PM FRIDAY, DECEMBER 8TH 6:00PM-10:30PM Come out to meet new member and socialize with old friends.

Cocktail hour begins at 6:00 pm and buffet at 6:30 pm

THANKSGIVING BUFFET THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 23RD I 11:30 AM TO 2:00 PM Join us for our traditional Thanksgiving buffet. Enjoy time with your family and friends without all the hard work.

Our Thanksgiving feast will have turkey, ham, and the traditional trimmings. Club will close at 2:00 pm

FOOTLOOSE FRIDAY WITH LIVE MUSIC FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 17TH I 7:00PM-10:00PM Music provided by Marie Anderson

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 1ST I 7:00PM-10:00PM Music provided by Annaylse Marie

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CANASTA FRIDAYS AT THE CLUB! Come join us for a casual hand of Canasta . A group has been formed by WECC members, and we invite you to join us on Friday's at 11:00 am. We’ll break for lunch and play hopefully three or four rounds. Novice and experienced players, as well as those who want to learn the game are welcome. If you are interested in joining the group or have any questions, please email Jennifer DiMare at jkdimare@aol.com.

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NEW YEAR’S EVE GALA DINNER & DANCE SATURDAY, DECEMBER 31ST 7:30PM-12:30AM Let’s ring in the New Year with Style! Join us at The Water’s Edge for Bites & Bubbly. The festivities will begin at 7:30 pm with cocktails (open bar) and heavy hors d’ oeuvres. Enjoy the great sounds of The Legacy Motown Review! Paying tribute to legendary icons of Motown, four talented performers dance and sing, transporting you back in time to one of the most influential periods of American musical history.

Dancing will begin at 9:00pm through midnight to usher in 2024. $125++ per person including champagne toast at midnight!

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UPCOMING CLUB EVENTS CONTINUED LAKE BLOOMERS WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 8TH 10:00AM BULB LASAGNA AND GREENERY FOR WINTER POTS Demonstrated by Cathy Green. A bulb lasagna is a clever planting technique that will give you months of spring color. Plant several varieties of flower bulbs in a pot to create an abundant, colorful display in the springtime. This technique can be used in both your garden and your indoor floral arrangements.This is called ‘Succession Bulb Planting’ and will result in non-stop glorious spring treats. The second thing she will demonstrate is how to condition and place greenery in your pots when winter makes our plants dreary brown. Lunch to follow at the club.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 2ND - TIME TO BE DETERMINED STEP INTO CHRISTMAS IN ROCKY MOUNT A one-of-a-kind holiday home tour featuring some of Rocky Mount’s most distinctive, historic homes. There are usually 6 unique decorated houses to walk through. Tickets can be purchased online or in Rocky Mount. Everyone can get their own group together to enjoy this local holiday treat! More information as it becomes available. This tour benefits low-income families and people in our area suffering from poverty.STEP supplies them with essential services. This program will help Franklin County and surrounding communities during the holidays.

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 10TH 10:00AM ‘WREATHS FOR THE BIRDS’ Hands on workshop by Raywood Garden Center using your leftover holiday fresh wreaths. (Raywood can supply one if you need it.) Many materials can be used including birdseed, thistle, sunflowers, suet, etc. ($20 Fee for workshop materials.) The birds will be attracted to the ‘naturalism’ of the wreath and will feast on the contents when it is a difficult foraging time in your winter garden. Lunch in Danville following the event

FOOTPRINTS ON THE GREEN YEAR END ACTIVITIES

Reverse Advent Calendar

WE CARE TOY DRIVE All of November-December 8th

Looking for an easy way to give back this holiday season?

Join us & participate in our Reverse Advent Calendar event.

Collect items from December 1st-24th, box them and drop them by the club for distribution to local food banks. If you’re interested in participating, please contact Jodi Gourley at the club at 540-576-1556.

When We Care started in 1990, the goal was to provide Christmas to few underprivileged children in Franklin County. Several businesses and individuals came together, raised money, and provided for several children that year.

From that point, it has grown into We Care helping over 1,000 underprivileged

Reverse Advent Calendar December 1 - box of cereal December 2 - boxed milk December 3 - stuffing mix December 4 - boxed potatoes December 5 - peanut butter December 6 - canned fruit December 7 - canned tomatoes December 8 - canned tuna December 9 - cake mix & frosting December 10 - jar of applesauce December 11 - can of sweet potatoes December 12 - cranberry sauce

December 13 - canned beans December 14 - box of crackers December 15 - package of rice December 16 - box of oatmeal December 17 - package of pasta December 18 - spaghetti sauce December 19 - chicken noodle soup December 20 - tomato soup December 21 - can of corn December 22 - can of mixed veggies December 23 - can of carrots December 24 - can of green beans

Extras that would be appreciated: -cooking oil -tea bags -spices, salt & pepper sets -coffee/non-dairy creamer -liquid dish soap -sugar/flour -feminine hygiene products -baby food

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children at Christmas alone. Their Christmas event involves having approximately 100 volunteers over a period of a week. During the week, they have the parents of the children come and shop at their Christmas "store". At the end of the week, they have a party for the children. The party involves refreshments, games, and, of course, SANTA CLAUS. Just to see the look on a child's face when they see Santa and knowing that they will have something to open on Christmas morning makes Christmas more meaningful. One of the amazing qualities of their organization is that every dollar that is donated stays right here in Franklin County. We Care relies solely on donations that they receive from the community that allow the to continue having such a wonderful event.

As part of The Water’s Edge Footprints on the Green initiative, we are collecting new, unwrapped toys from November 1st-December 8th. There will be a drop box at the clubhouse for donations.

If you have in questions or would like to volunteer for We Care, please call Jerry W. Greer at 540-483-7900.

If you would like to send a monetary donation, please mail to: WE Care Of Franklin County, Inc. P.O Box 396 Rocky Mount, VA 24151

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WECC buzz Look who’s talking about The Water's Edge CC! Please enjoy a few of our favorite social media mentions and keep sharing your experiences by tagging us on Facebook and Instagram for a chance to be featured in the next newsletter.

Steve Fowler Great day, was fortunate enough to get a invite to play Water’s Edge with a great group of guys.

Rachel Jones at The Water’s Edge Country Club

Kimberly Moore Cassada What a wonderful 7th Birthday Party at The Equestrian Center

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Cathy Morris Green We thank Leilani Jankus and Marilyn Hanover for guiding The Lake Bloomers with Glitzy Pumpkins and Tiny Boxes! So much fun, creativity, and laughs today.......

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MCCONNELL GOLF NEWS

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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 We Care Toy Drive thru Dec 8th

Pickleball 9:00 am

Men’s Day 1:00 pm

Omelets & Waffles 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Gentle/Chair Yoga 10 am

Lake Bloomer Bulb Lasagna & Greenery 10:00 am lunch at the club afterwards Men’s Day 12:00 pm

Pickleball 9:00 am

Men’s Day 12:00 pm

Pickleball 9:00 am

Hatha Yoga 8:45 am Set clocks back

Omelets & Waffles 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Birthday Night

Pickleball 9:00 am Canasta 11:00am

Men’s Day 12:00 pm

Pickleball 9:00 am

Thanksgiving Buffet

Pickleball 9:00 am

Pickleball 9:00 am

Canasta 11:00am

Gentle/Chair Yoga 10 am

Omelets & Waffles 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Pickleball 9:00 am

Footloose Friday

Hatha Yoga 8:45 am

Pickleball 9:00 am Hatha Yoga 8:45 am

Canasta 11:00am

Pickleball 9:00 am Canasta 11:00am Meet Your Neighbor Oyster Fest

Gentle/Chair Yoga 10 am

Omelets & Waffles 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Pickleball 9:00 am

Club closes at 2:00pm

Decorating Club for Christmas

Pickleball 9:00 am

Hatha Yoga 8:45 am Gentle/Chair Yoga 10 am

Men’s Day 12:00 pm

NOVEMBER COOKIE OF THE MONTH

BY SAM TESSMAN, LINE COOK AT HOLSTON HILLS CC

Russian Tea Cookie Recipe 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.

Directions:

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 (Pecans may be replaced for walnuts) 1/2 TSP Salt Powdered Sugar for Tossing

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 a 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 minutes 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.

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December Pickleball 9:00 am Canasta 11:00am

Lake Bloomer Step into Christmas

Footloose Friday Pickleball 900 am Omelets & Waffles 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Omelets & Waffles 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Omelets & Waffles 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Omelets & Waffles 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Pickleball 9:00 am Hatha Yoga 8:45 am Gentle/Chair Yoga 10 am Pickleball 9:00 am Hatha Yoga 8:45 am Gentle/Chair Yoga 10 am

Club closes at 3:00 pm

Club closes at 3:00 pm

Men’s Day 12:00 pm

Pickleball 9:00 am

We Care Toy Drive Pick up

Men’s Day 12:00 pm

Pickleball 9:00 am

Hatha Yoga 8:45 am Gentle/Chair Yoga 10 am

Birthday Night

Pickleball 9:00 am Canasta 11:00am Meet Your Neighbor

Club closes at 3:00 pm

Men’s Day 12:00 pm

Club closes at 3:00 pm

Men’s Day 12:00 pm

Club closed

Pickleball 9:00 am Canasta 11:00am

Pickleball 9:00 am

Pickleball 9:00 am Canasta 11:00am

Pickleball 9:00 am

Pickleball 9:00 am Canasta 11:00am

Pickleball 9:00 am

Omelets & Waffles 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

NYE Party

DECEMBER COOKIE OF THE MONTH

BY BY EMILY MONTIMURRO, PASTRY CHEF AT PORTERS NECK CC

Directions:

This is my version of the Italian wedding/holiday cookie called “Tadal” which is traditionally flavored with Anisette and has a drier, crumbly texture. 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: Glaze Ingredients: 1 Pound Butter 8 TBSP Milk 3 1/2 Cups Sugar 3 Cups 10x Confectioners Sugar 4 Eggs 1 TSP Almond Extract (optional) 30oz Ricotta Cheese 4 TBSP Vanilla 8 Cups All-Purpose Flour 2 TSP Baking Powder 2 TSP Baking Soda

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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