November Lifestyle 2025

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BOARD OF GOVERNORS

Thomas E. Carroll, President J. Francis Cannon, Vice President

Elizabeth R. Sieck, Secretary

Christopher W. Oven, Treasurer

Jonathan H. Beard

Stasia Collins

Ashley D. Giese

Charles J. (C.J.) Ilardo

Gregory E. Johnston

Paul D. McKinnell

Lindsay A. Redfield

Jennifer B. Speargas

ADMISSIONS COMMITTEE

NOVEMBER

GREAT PEOPLE MAKE FAVORITE PLACES

BCC has created an actionable statement that helps define our philosophy known as The Simple Truth: Great People Make Favorite Places. Below is a small sample of staff members who are helping to make BCC your favorite place.

Staff Member of the Month

AUGUST

In his three years at BCC, Dennis has made remarkable contributions to our facilities. His skill and attention to detail are evident throughout the recent Board Room renovation—from the precise crown molding adjustments to the seamless electrical and IT wiring within the conference table. Dennis’ craftsmanship, professionalism, and dedication are appreciated by all. He is a joy to work with, always willing to share his knowledge, and consistently puts BCC first. Next time you see Dennis, don’t hesitate to ask him about the projects he’s currently working on!

You've probably seen Dennis' handiwork around the Club!

CONTRIBUTE TODAY

Scan the code to contribute

Thank you!

As the holiday season approaches, the Board of Governors invites members to support the annual Staff Holiday Fund, a cherished tradition that expresses gratitude to the team whose dedication makes Baltimore Country Club special. Last year, over 1,200 families participated, reaching a 93.8% participation rate—the Club’s highest—with contributions from under $200 to over $1,000 (average $275), distributed among staff based on tenure and role, excluding the GM/COO.

NEW THIS YEAR

Contributions will be collected electronically, except for members age 75+, who will receive a physical mailing. If no action is taken by Friday, November 21, a $250 (Resident) or $150 (Non-Resident) contribution will be automatically applied per household Members may email holidayfund@bcc1898.com by Monday, December 1 for questions or to find out your 2024 contribution.

Dennis built and Nandy painted an Old Bay themed bar for our End of Summer Party, which was then raffled off at the event.
Last year, Dennis built the paddle court shed and deck at Roland Park.
Dennis built the new Five Farms Fitness Center cabinet with trash and towel receptacles.
The Five Farms Men's Fitness Locker Room renovation included new towel shelving and towel receptacles built by Dennis.

WELCOME TO THE CLUB

New member bios can be viewed on our website or app under Membership.

Mrs. Katherine W. Murray

PROPOSED FOR MEMBERSHIP

The following prospective members have been posted for membership since the October 14, 2025 meeting of the Admissions Committee. Proposed candidates with completed files are posted for 30 days per the Club Bylaws.

If you have any feedback, please contact the Admissions Committee Chair Leanne Mohler at leanne6408@comcast.net. All feedback will be held in confidence.

Proposed Proposer

Mr. Matthew G. Barrett

Mr. W. Christopher Glassman

Mrs. Malinda A. Glassman

Miss Caroline Glassman

Mr. Ryan Glassman

Miss Emme Glassman

Mrs. Megan C. Laikin

Mr. Christopher C. Mahoney

Mr. Rij Patel

Mr. Robert W. Black III

Mr. Stephen Bellone

Mr. Stephen Bellone

Mr. Stephen Bellone

Mr. Stephen Bellone

Mr. Stephen Bellone

Mr. Elijah C. Laikin

Mrs. Clare Powderly

Mr. Michael Mulieri

CLUB BYLAWS HIGHLIGHTS

As a reminder, the Club’s Bylaws are subject to change at any time per the Board of Governors. Proposed resolutions are reviewed and voted on by the Board, then posted for 30 days before taking effect. We encourage all members to stay informed of any updates by periodically reviewing the Bylaws Resolutions, located on the website on the Club Information dropdown under Bylaws & Policies

Below are a few topics that frequently arise that we would like to highlight:

RESIGNATION PROTOCOL

Article V: Membership Categories

Section 8. Resignation

MEMBER SPOUSES

Article VI: New Membership

Section 1. New Proposals

RESIDENCY CHANGES

Article VII: Transfer of Membership

Section 7. Nonresident Membership

GUEST POLICY

Rules & Regulations; Article III: Guests

Section 2. Entertainment of Resident Guests

Mr. Neal Ballew
Mrs. Katherine Ballew
Miss Emma Rubin
Mr. Devin H. McGee
Mrs. Jennifer P. McGee

FALL & WINTER DINING

The opening of Roland Park Dining marks the official start of the cozy season. The 1898 Grille at Roland Park offers an inviting atmosphere, where rich wood tones and soft lighting set the stage for memorable evenings. Members can gather over seasonal dishes and fine wines as the historic charm of the clubhouse comes alive once again. Across both campuses, roaring fireplaces create a cozy ambiance that pairs perfectly with hearty flavors and good company—making every meal, whether at Roland Park or Five Farms, feel like coming home for the season.

FIVE FARMS

Open Year-round; Tuesday-Sunday Valet Service 10:00am-close

BRUNCH Sundays | 11:00am-2:00pm

LUNCH Tuesday-Saturday | 11:00am-2:00pm

CLUBHOUSE MENU Tuesday-Sunday | 2:00pm-5:00pm

DINNER Tuesday-Sunday | 5:00pm-9:00pm

UPCOMING DINING CLOSURES

The chart to the right shows the dates À la Carte Dining is closed at either Five Farms, Roland Park, or both campuses due to a scheduled private event, large Club event, or in observance of the holiday.

“ x” indicates À la Carte Dining is closed at that location Dates are subject to change

*The Club is open Monday, December 22 for the Holiday Dinner Buffet; À la Carte Dining is closed.

As a reminder, reservations are recommended and can be made up to 10 days in advance. When making your reservations, please be cautious when selecting your dining location. Roland Park dining locations are indicated by the letters “RP” (e.g., RP – Grille, RP – Grille Porch), while all Five Farms locations are labeled “FF” (e.g., FF – 1924 Grille).

ROLAND PARK

Open November 4-March; Tuesday-Saturday Valet Service 5:00pm-close

DINNER Tuesday-Saturday | 5:00pm-9:00pm Bar Service begins at 4:00pm

The Roland Park À la Carte dinner menu will differ from the Five Farms dinner menu

Saturday, November 8

Saturday, November 15

Friday, December 5

Monday, December 22*

Wednesday, December 24

Thursday, December 25

Thursday, January 1

Saturday, January 3

THIS MONTH IN À LA CARTE

À la Carte reservations open 10 days in advance, so book early to secure your spot!

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 12

Italian Night

Five Farms | 5:00pm-9:00pm

Twirl, taste, and toast—join us for a pasta-perfect night of saucy satisfaction!

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 14

Live Music

Roland Park | 5:30pm-8:30pm

Featuring Nick Healy & Jack Jahries

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 21

Southern Comfort Food

Roland Park | 5:00pm-9:00pm

Dig into crispy, creamy, heartwarming favorites that taste like home.

GAME DAY SPECIALS

Sundays | Five Farms | 12:00pm-9:00pm Enjoy food and beverage specials as you watch the game!

THANKSGIVING DINNER TO-GO

Bring a slice of BCC to your Thanksgiving celebration. Enjoy a Thanksgiving dinner made by our talented Culinary Team!

PLACE YOUR ORDER

Scan the code to view the form, or click on the event date (November 27) on the Club Calendar. Add-ons are available for an additional cost.

Order Deadline: November 21 at 3:00pm 100% Non-refundable after November 21

PICKUP INFORMATION

Scan to Place an Order

Thursday, November 27 | Five Farms | 12:00pm-4:00pm

You will select your pickup time on the order form. Food will be hot and ready to eat.

$275++ PER PACKAGE

Feeds 4 to 6 People

EACH PACKAGE INCLUDES:

One 16 lb Farm Fresh Turkey GF NF

Sage Turkey Gravy (2 qts) GF by request

House Cranberry Sauce (1 qt) GF NF DF

Sauerkraut (1 qt) GF NF DF

Choice of Three (3) Sides

Brown Sugar Braised Carrots GF NF DF

Buttery Whipped Potatoes GF NF

Cornbread & Sage Stuffing NF

Fall Salad with Compressed Apples & Pomegranate Vinaigrette GF

Green Beans with Slivered Almonds GF DF

Sweet Potato Casserole with Marshmallows GF NF

One Bread (Bishop Rolls or Cornbread)

One 9" Pie (Apple, Pecan, or Pumpkin)

COMPLIMENTARY

BOWLING

BOWLING RULES

• Members can reserve one lane for one hour

• Maximum of 6 people per lane

• Shoes and shoe covers must be worn at all times. BCC will provide shoe covers

RESERVATION & CANCELLATION POLICY

Reservations are required and can be made a maximum of one week in advance for complimentary bowling. A $25 cancellation fee will apply for canceling within 24 hours of the reservation and for no-shows.

LEAGUE SCHEDULE

GENTLEMEN'S

Tuesdays or Wednesdays; Once Weekly

6:30pm-9:30pm

FALL SEASON

November 4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 19

December 3 (3-2-1 Tournament)

LADIES' THIRSTY THURSDAY

Thursdays; Monthly

7:00pm-9:00pm

MIXED (COUPLES)

Fridays & Saturdays; Monthly

7:30pm-10:30pm

LADIES’ TUESDAY

Tuesdays; Weekly

9:00am-1:00pm

November 6

December 4

November 14, 15

December 6 (Fun & Games Night)

Reconnect, relax, and roll! Come on down to the Bowling Lanes at Roland Park for some good ol' fashioned fun.

FAMILY DUCKPIN BOWLING

Enjoy a day of family fun and friendly competition. Buffet & Beverages by Chit

Sundays | 10:30am-5:30pm | 1-hour Timeslots

November 2

December 28

January 11

February 1 March 1, 15

SPARE DAYS: FAMILY BOWLING

School's out? Let's bowl! Buffet & Beverages by Chit

Mondays | 10:30am-5:30pm | 1-hour Timeslots

January 19

February 16

ADULT BOWLING

Decompress from the week with an evening of bowling. À la Carte Menu Available Fridays | 6:00pm-9:00pm

February 13

March 20

November 4, 11, 18 (Turkey Shoot), 25

December 2, 9, 16 (Turkey Shoot & Christmas Luncheon)

WINTER SEASON

January 6 or 7 (Opening Day), 13, 14, 20, 21, 27, 28

February 3, 4, 10, 11, 17, 18, 24, 25

March 4 - Handicap Tournament

March 6 - Member-Guest

March 11 - Championship Warm-up

March 18 - Championship Round 1

March 25 - Finals & Banquet

January 8, 22 (Member-Guest)

February 5

March 5 (Final Play & Banquet)

January 9, 10

February 6, 7

March 28 (Final Play & Banquet)

January 6 (Recycled Gift Day/Red Pin Day/Money Tree), 13, 20, 27 (Handicap Tournament)

February 3, 10 (Red Pin Day), 17, 24

March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 (Championship & Closing Luncheon)

EVENTS UPCOMING CLUB EVENTS

RSVP: Club Calendar • Cancellation policy applies unless stated otherwise • *Complimentary for children under 4

CLUB EVENTS REGISTRATION SCHEDULE

NOVEMBER EVENTS

Registration Opens September 1 DECEMBER EVENTS

Registration Opens October 1

NOVEMBER

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BCC Masterclass Series: Day of Etiquette Covers topics such as dining etiquette and soft skills.

Uncorked: Cabs From Around the World Sip and savor exciting wines.

15 Food & Wine Festacular

Experience gourmet delights, fine wines, and exclusive spirits.

Daddies, Donuts, & Duckpins

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Five Farms SUNDAY 1:00pm-5:00pm

Five Farms THURSDAY Doors Open 6:00pm; Dinner 6:30pm

Five Farms SATURDAY 6:00pm-10:00pm

$95++ per Person (Includes four-course plated lunch & instruction)

$90++ per Person (Featuring five wine tastings & three-course plated dinner)

JANUARY EVENTS

Registration Opens November 1

Roland Park

Strike up some fun with dad and some delicious donuts!

19 Trivia Night

Put your knowledge to the test. May the best team win!

BCC Masterclass Series: Perfecting Pie Crust Sold Out!

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Executive Pastry Chef Alison Acker demonstrates how to make the perfect pie crust.

25 Wreath Decorating Sold Out!

Decorate your own fresh wreath from scratch.

26 Turkey Bowl Get ready to roll your way into Turkey Day!

Five Farms

SUNDAY 10:00am, 11:30am, & 1:00pm One-hour bowling sessions

WEDNESDAY 6:00pm-9:00pm

$115++ per Person

Father & Child $15++ Additional Person $10++ (Includes donuts, fruit, coffee, juice, & milk)

$55++ per Person (Includes dinner & glass of wine)

Ages 8+; Beverages by Chit; Country Club Casual

Additional Beverages by Chit; Country Club Casual

Ages 21+; Sole Dining Option at Five Farms; Open Seating; Additional Beverages by Chit; Country Club Casual

Complimentary Play; Additional Beverages by Chit; Chit Bar Available; Roland Park À la Carte Dining is Closed; Country Club Casual

Reservations Required; Pre-order Dinner When Making Your Reservation; 10 Players Maximum per Team; Beverages by Chit; Country Club Casual

Roland Park THURSDAY 6:00pm-8:00pm

$35++ per Person (Includes pie dough for one crust & glass of wine)

Make Your À la Carte Meal Reservation Before the Event; Country Club Casual; Additional Beverages by Chit

$125++ per Person

Five Farms

TUESDAY 10:00am-12:00pm or 7:00pm-9:00pm

Roland Park Bowling Lanes

WEDNESDAY 4:00pm, 5:30pm, 7:00pm

(Includes materials for one wreath & a glass of wine or prosecco)

Complimentary Event

Optional Burger Bar $20++ per Person

100% Non-refundable; Additional Beverages by Chit; Country Club Casual; Make Your À la Carte Meal Reservation

Food & Beverages by Chit; Country Club Casual

NOVEMBER

18th Annual Turkey Trot

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Join us for a 1-mile walk or 5K run to kickoff the holiday. Five Farms

27 Thanksgiving Dinner Enjoy Thanksgiving Dinner with live music, tableside carving, & family-style service.

27 Thanksgiving To-Go Pickup

Roland Park

Order your Thanksgiving feast to-go for a stress-free holiday. Pick-up at Five Farms

THURSDAY 8:30am-10:30am Breakfast 8:30am Race 9:00am $30++ per Person

THURSDAY 12:00pm-5:00pm Seatings at 12:00pm, 12:30pm, 1:00pm, 1:30pm, 2:00pm, 2:30pm, 3:00pm, 3:30pm

THURSDAY 12:00pm-4:00pm

Adults $80++ Children (4-12) $35++*

$275++ per Package More sides available for an additional fee

HOLIDAY EVENT WAITLIST REMINDER

DECEMBER

Register by 11/8 to Be Guaranteed a Commemorative Beanie & Race Bib; Complimentary for Children Under 2; Athletic Attire

Sole Dining Option; Beverages by Chit; Jacket & Tie

To book a private room, contact our Events Team at events@bcc1898.com

100% Non-refundable After 11/21 at 3:00pm; Order Form Available on the Club Calendar; Feeds 4-6 People

When an event fills up, we strongly encourage members to join the event's waitlist. Our Member Relations Team does their best to accommodate as many waitlist requests as possible.

2, 3 Wreath Decorating Sold Out!

Decorate your own fresh wreath from scratch.

5 Fashion Show Theme: Studio 4712 Don't miss the most fashionable event of the year!

6 Photos with Santa Santa’s in town—don’t miss your chance to make him the star of your holiday card!

7, 14, 21 Holiday Champagne Brunch

Enjoy a delicious brunch buffet & live music.

9 Children's Gingerbread

Decorate a bakery fresh gingerbread house with assorted candies and icing.

Five Farms 10:00am-12:00pm or 7:00pm-9:00pm

Roland Park

FRIDAY 10:00am or 5:00pm

Five Farms SATURDAY 11:00am-1:00pm

$125++ per Person (Includes materials for one wreath & a glass of wine or prosecco)

General Admission $100++

Premium Admission $120++

(Premium includes reserved show seating & glass of champagne)

Complimentary

Adults $85++

Roland Park SUNDAY 11:00am-2:00pm

Roland Park TUESDAY 4:30pm-6:00pm

Children (4-12) $35++*

(Includes one glass of champagne for ages 21+)

$65++ per House

(Includes supplies & one apron)

Additional Aprons $10 each Optional Buffet

Adults $25++ | Children (4-12) $15++*

100% Non-refundable; Additional Beverages by Chit; Country Club Casual; Make Your À la Carte Meal Reservation

Last year with a dinner show!

100% Non-refundable; Sole Dining Option at Roland Park; Beverages by Chit;

BCC Holiday Attire

BCC Holiday Attire

Complimentary Family Photos on 12/7

One Reservation per Member; Maximum 12 People per Reservation; Registering Member Must be Present; Beverages by Chit; BCC Holiday Attire

RSVP Deadline: 12/2; 100% Non-refundable After 11/14; Register by 11/14 to be Guaranteed an Apron; Beverages by Chit; Country Club Casual; Parental Attendance Required

Pre-Teen's Gingerbread

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Decorate a bakery fresh gingerbread house with assorted candies and icing.

Adult Gingerbread Party

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Decorate a bakery fresh gingerbread house with assorted candies and icing.

Roland Park

$65++ per House

WEDNESDAY 6:00pm-8:00pm

(Includes supplies & one apron)

Additional Aprons $10 each

Recommended for Ages 10+; RSVP Deadline: 12/2; 100% Non-refundable After 11/14; Register by 11/14 to be Guaranteed an Apron; Beverages by Chit; Country Club Casual (Ugly Christmas Sweaters Encouraged); Make Your À la Carte Reservation After the Event; Parents Required to be on Property

$70++ per House

Roland Park WEDNESDAY 7:00pm-9:00pm

(Includes supplies & one apron)

Additional Aprons $10 each

RSVP Deadline: 12/2; 100% Non-refundable After 11/14; Register by 11/14 to be Guaranteed an Apron; Ages 21+; Beverages by Chit; Country Club Casual (Ugly Christmas Sweaters Encouraged); Make Your À la Carte Reservation Before the Event

EVENTS

DECEMBER

Gingerbread House To-Go Pickup

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11, 12, 17-19

12, 13, 16-20, 21-23

Decorate a bakery fresh gingerbread house at home.

Fireside Lunch

Enjoy a special menu and live music in the Main Lounge.

Holiday Dinner Buffet: Stories of the Season

Join us for a festive buffet, live music, and carolers.

Children's Santa Party: Elf Training Camp

13, 20

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Join Santa’s elves-in-training for holiday games, crafts, treats, and Christmas cheer!

Christmas Movie Breakfast: The Christmas Chronicles

Enjoy a festive movie and a breakfast buffet.

JANUARY

Uncorked: Dry January

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Explore the rising trend of zeroproof sipping with flavorful non-alcoholic wines to enjoy!

21 Trivia Night

Put your knowledge to the test. May the best team win!

23 Dueling Pianos

A lively night of interactive music and entertainment.

28 Wine Dinner

We're bringing out all of the stops for a lavish plated dinner with wine pairings.

Après Ski Party New Event!

Pick-up at Roland Park

THURSDAY 4:00pm-6:00pm

Roland Park 11:00am-2:30pm Last seating at 1:00pm

$65++ per House (Includes one apron, house, icing, & candy) Additional Aprons $10 each

RSVP Deadline: 12/2; 100% Non-refundable After 11/14

$58++ per Person (Includes 3-course plated lunch) Cocktails by Chit; BCC Holiday Attire

Complimentary Family Photos on 12/12

Roland Park

6:00pm-9:00pm Doors open 5:30pm

Adults $90++

Children (4-12) $35++*

Adults $58++

Roland Park

SATURDAY 10:00am-1:00pm

Children (4-12) $50++

Children (2-3) $35++ (Includes brunch buffet)

Adults $38++

Roland Park

TUESDAY 9:00am-12:00pm Movie begins 9:30am

Children (4-12) $26++

Children (2-3) $20++ (Includes breakfast buffet)

One Reservation per Member; Maximum 12 People per Reservation; Registering Member Must be Present; Beverages by Chit; BCC Holiday Attire

Activities, Crafts, DJ, & a Visit From Santa!

Photos with Santa; Beverages by Chit; BCC Holiday Attire; Complimentary for Children Under 2

Bring Your Own Blanket & Pillow; Beverages by Chit; Country Club Casual (PJs for Children 12 & Under); Complimentary for Children Under 2

Five Farms

THURSDAY Doors Open 6:00pm; Dinner 6:30pm

$90++ per Person (Featuring five non-alcoholic wine tastings & three-course plated dinner)

Five Farms

WEDNESDAY 6:00pm-9:00pm

FRIDAY

Roland Park

6:00pm-9:00pm Dinner at 6:00pm Show at 7:30pm

Five Farms

$55++ per Person (Includes dinner & glass of wine)

$85++ per Person (Includes dinner buffet)

WEDNESDAY 6:00pm-9:30pm $115++ per Person

Additional Beverages by Chit; Country Club Casual

Reservations Required; Pre-order Dinner When Making Your Reservation; 10 Players Maximum per Team; Beverages by Chit; Country Club Casual

Guest Registration Opens 11/14 Beverages by Chit; Country Club Casual

Additional Beverages by Chit; Country Club Casual

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Warm up winter nights with alpine vibes—enjoy cozy food stations, lively games, and live music at our Après Ski Party.

Roland Park SATURDAY 7:00pm-10:00pm

$65++ per Person (Includes food stations)

Guest Registration Opens 11/14 Beverages by Chit; Country Club Casual

BINGO, BALANCE, & BURN

Your Fall Fitness Challenge Starts Here.

This month, BCC’s Fitness & Wellness Team is turning up the motivation with fun challenges, educational workshops, and seasonal inspiration to keep you feeling strong

balanced.

LET'S PLAY BINGO!

It’s game time! Challenge yourself, have some fun, and stay motivated all season long. Pick up a BINGO card from the Fitness Center at Five Farms by Friday, November 7 and see how fast you can fill it up!

HOW TO PLAY:

▶ Play BINGO November 10 through November 30, with winners being announced on December 5

▶ Once you complete a square, you must have a BCC Fitness & Wellness team member give you a sticker for that square

▶ First person to complete BINGO wins a Fitness & Wellness Package

▶ Each person who completes BINGO, gets entered into a raffle to win one (1) fitness or

service of their choice

BINGO

‘TIS THE SEASON TO MAINTAIN, NOT GAIN

with Caroline Fitzsimmons, Certified Nutrition Coach Navigating the holiday season without falling off the health wagon can feel like walking a tightrope. Between social events, office parties, family gatherings, and an abundance of festive treats, it’s easy to let healthy habits slip. There's no time like the present to start making an action plan to stay on track with your health goals through the season.

Join us as we discuss the nutritional value of popular holiday foods and tips for staying mindful and healthy through the stress of the holidays.

Saturday, November 22

Five Farms Group Exercise Studio* | 12:30pm-1:30pm

Pre-registration is required via the Fitness Calendar (Website) or Club Calendar (Mobile App) by November 20 | Maximum 20 Participants; Guests Welcome

*Located on the 2nd Floor of the Five Farms Clubhouse

THE MENOPAUSE SERIES: PART 1

with Caroline Fitzsimmons, Certified Menopause Coach (GGS)

Did you know that menopause symptoms can start as early as a woman’s thirties and can affect her life for up to 20 years? Menopause impacts women from our heads to our hearts, joints, bones, and beyond.

If you feel like you're in the dark and need some help navigating this new stage of life, join Caroline Fitzsimmons for a 60-minute discussion on the transition from perimenopausal and menopausal women. Now is the time to invest in yourself so you can embrace this transition with strength and resilience!

This will be the first of a three-part series that pairs education, fitness, and nutrition. You will learn about:

▶ What to expect

▶ Weight gain

▶ Hot flashes & night sweats

▶ Mood swings

▶ Sleeping inconsistency

Wednesday, November 5

▶ Memory, concentration, & brain fog

▶ Acceptance & self-empowerment

Five Farms Group Exercise Studio* | 6:00pm-7:00pm

$25 per Session

Pre-registration is required via the Fitness Calendar (Website) or Club Calendar (Mobile App) by November 3 | Maximum 20 Participants; Guests Welcome

*Located on the 2nd Floor of the Five Farms Clubhouse

ATTEND THE FULL SERIES

PART 2: STRENGTH TRAINING & RECOVERY

Wednesday, November 12

Five Farms Group Exercise Studio* | 6:00pm-7:00pm

PART 3: FUELING FOR SUCCESS

Thursday, November 20

Five Farms Group Exercise Studio* | 6:00pm-7:00pm

TURKEY BURN OFF: FITNESS CHALLENGE

with Caroline Fitzsimmons, Certified Nutrition Coach & Janine Rich, Director of Fitness & Wellness

Join Caroline and Janine for a fun and challenging way to burn off your Thanksgiving Dinner. This 50-minute specialty class will get you cranking and pumped with a high-intensity interval training (HIIT) session, designed to burn calories and counteract holiday indulgence.

Friday, November 28

Five Farms Group Exercise Studio* | 9:00am-9:50am Complimentary Class

Pre-registration is required via the Fitness Calendar (Website) or Club Calendar (Mobile App) | Maximum 12 Participants

*Located on the 2nd Floor of the Five Farms Clubhouse

CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP WEEKEND

September 26-28

This year, history was both made and added to. Connor Flach captured his first Gentlemen’s Overall Club Championship, outlasting an exceptional opponent, Michael Mulieri, through 39 holes of match play. In the Senior Division, Bob Kaestner staged an incredible comeback from three down to win his fifth Club Championship in 19 holes.

In the LGA 18-Hole Division, Ilene Garten earned her ninth Club Championship with a 5 & 4 victory, continuing her remarkable legacy alongside Kaestner. Allie Bojanowski claimed her first title with a win in the LGA 9-Hole Division.

Finally, in the Junior Club Championship, Mia Compton and Andrew Klein celebrated their first victories, beginning their own BCC Championship journeys.

WHERE LEGENDS & NEW CHAMPIONS RISE

As the golf season winds down, it’s the friendships and fun moments that stand out most. From the excitement of the Club Championships to the spirited Member-Member tournaments, the latter portion of the season saw great competition and even better camaraderie. Every match reminded us that while winning is nice, it’s really about the people we share the game with. Here’s to another great season—and to many more rounds together ahead.

Men’s Overall Champion Connor Flach
LGA 18-Hole Overall Champion Ilene Garten
Gentlemen’s Senior Overall Champion Bob Kaestner
Gentlemen’s Senior 55 & Over Champion John Hoover
Gentlemen’s Senior 70 & Over Champion Ray Daue
LGA 1st Flight Champion Lee Roebuck
Gentlemen’s 1st Flight Champion Roger Kelly
Gentlemen’s 2nd Flight Champion Eric Prendeville
Gentlemen’s 3rd Flight Champion Harry Rudo
LGA 9-Hole Champion Allie Bojanowski
Junior Boys Overall Champion Andrew Klein
Junior Girls Overall Champion Mia Compton

LGA MEMBER-MEMBER

October 5

The second annual LGA MemberMember featured great golf, lots of laughs, and impressive play!

Congratulations to this year’s winners and finalists.

Overall Champions

Ilene Garten & Vicky Compton

MGA MEMBER-MEMBER

October 10 & 11

Runners-Up

Tracey Root & Holly Lanigan

3rd Place

Kara Ihle & Chris Donahue

Thank you to our flight winners, members, and staff for making it a great weekend of competition and camaraderie.

Overall Champions

Chris Hicks & Mike Davey

Flight Winners

Winged Foot

Zack Miller & Connor Flach

Somerset Hills

Steven Wieczynski & Roger Kelly

Baltimore Country Club

Jeffrey Harris & Garrett Pfeifer

Fenway

Jeremy Pollock & John Lindsay

Oak Hills

Christopher Hicks & Mike Davey

Scarsdale

Matthew Bregel & Ryan Chiang

Wyoming Valley

Brian Weatherford & James Voelkel

Ridgewood

Robert Cardwell & Van Strakes

Bethpage Black

David Wells & Allen Brown

Quaker Ridge

John Minutoli & Paul Minutoli

Sunnehanna

Greg Pyne & Kevin Landolphi

Brooklawn

Eric Suan & John Martindale

Baltusrol

Alexander Senatore & George Watson

Philadelphia Cricket

Timothy Doran & Robert Goodman

Brook Hollow

Austin Root & Christopher Compton

Jumping Brook

Matt S. Thompson & David Townsend

THE CADDIE CORNER

OUR NUMBERS ARE

GROWING!

Last year at this time, we shared some numbers about our Caddie Program and the fantastic support from the membership. As of September 30, 2025, thanks to your ongoing support, those numbers have increased. At the time of writing this article, it’s October, and there are still a few weeks to reach our goal for the 2025 season. Fingers crossed.

As you may recall from the May edition of Lifestyle, we introduced the “Take a Caddie, Change a Life” Bag Tag Program and shared the final results from the 2024 Caddie Season. A total of 387 unique members took a caddie or forecaddie, resulting in 3,858 caddie and forecaddie rounds. For the 2025 season, our goal is to reach 500 unique participating members and 5,000 total caddie and forecaddie rounds.

2024 vs 2025 Caddie Rounds

As of September 30, 2025

We will report our final numbers for the 2025 season in December, and based on the numbers through September 30, we will be close to reaching our goal! But either way, as mentioned earlier, these numbers do not happen without your continued support and word of mouth amongst your fellow members.

Sincerely,

FALL AERATION

With the busy golf calendar reaching its conclusion and the off-season approaching, the East and West courses will be closed for alternating weeks to allow the Grounds Team to perform our annual fall aeration. The focus will be on greens and tees, with fairways scheduled for December.

Each course will use a combination of techniques to target different depths of the rootzone and incorporate clean sand, improving drainage and allowing for firmer conditions in-season.

CORE AERATION

We will be core aerating greens with 3/8-inch to ½-inch tines. This process removes small plugs of soil and organic matter from the surface, which are then backfilled with sand. The result is improved air and water movement within the rootzone and a healthier growing environment for turf.

DEEP-TINE AERATION

The Grounds Team will also perform deep-tine aeration on greens and tees at an 8 to 10-inch depth. This penetrates much deeper than traditional aeration, relieving soil compaction and enhancing root development in the long term.

VERTICAL MOWING

To address the uppermost layer of the turf, we will vertically mow the greens. This process removes excess organic matter (thatch) near the surface, improving firmness, smoothness, and consistency of ball roll.

NOVEMBER COURSE CLOSURES

3 East Closed (Private Event); West Open

4-7 East Closed (Green Aeration); West Open

10 East Closed (Aeration Rain Date); West Open

DRYJECT SAND INJECTION

Finally, the East tees will be DryJected, a technique that uses a pressurized stream of water to inject sand directly into the playing surface without removing cores. The machine draws water from our irrigation system to deliver sand deep into the profile, creating instant channels for air, water, and nutrient movement.

17-18 East Open; West Closed (Deep-Tine Aeration)

24 East Open; West Closed

The DryJect machine operating on West greens this past spring
Sand columns created by the DryJect process—pressurized water injects sand deep into the turf profile to improve drainage and firmness (Keys shown for scale)

GET TO KNOW GAVIN LEON

Meet Gavin Leon, a dedicated racquets professional whose passion for sports and community shines through both on and off the court. Originally from Sydney, Australia, Gavin’s journey in the world of tennis brought him to the United States in 2009, where he played Division 1 collegiate tennis at Saint Mary’s College of California in the East Bay, San Francisco.

After his successful college playing career, Gavin continued at Saint Mary’s, this time lending his experience as a coach while earning his master’s degree in kinesiology with a concentration in sports management. It was during this formative time that Gavin was introduced to the club and hospitality industry through work at a neighborhood club, setting the stage for his future career.

Before joining Baltimore Country Club in June 2021, Gavin served as the Director of Racquets at Marin Country Club in North Bay, San Francisco. Since arriving at BCC, he has brought new energy and vision to the racquets programs, fostering a sense of camaraderie and continual growth within the community.

Away from the Club, Gavin is a devoted family man. He and his wife Taylor are the proud parents of three children: Stevie

(6), Lincoln (2), and Noel (3 months). In his downtime, Gavin enjoys the excitement of all racquet sports, with a recent special interest in padel. He’s often found grilling, spending quality time with his family, enjoying sports, and attending social gatherings. Gavin’s warmth, leadership, appetite for education and international experience make him a valued presence in the Club community. Whether you catch him out on court or around the Club, he’s always happy to chat and share his love for sport and camaraderie.

2026 RACQUETS GETAWAYS

ROLEX MONTE CARLO MASTERS

April 5-8, 2026

Experience the first and second rounds of the Rolex Monte Carlo Masters in full luxury.

▶ Exclusive hotel accommodations: at the same prestigious hotel where tennis players stay

▶ Box Seats: Witness the tennis action from the best seats in the house

▶ Access to the VIP Village and to the Club des Loges

▶ Helicopter ride from Nice to Monaco

▶ Private walking tour of Monaco

$5,892 per Person*

WIMBLEDON

June 28-July 3, 2026

Live and breathe Wimbledon 2026!

▶ Accommodations at the Intercontinental Hotel, London - Classic Room

▶ Centre Court or Court 1 Debenture Tickets

Curate Your Experience:

▶ Behind the scenes at the changing of the guard

▶ Exclusive look at Churchill War Rooms

▶ Street Art Masterclass in East London

First Round Package: June 28-July 1

Centre Court - $9,534 per Person*

Court 1 - $6,624 per Person*

Second Round Package: June 30-July 3

Centre Court - $9,040 per Person*

Court 1 - $6,536 per Person*

*Price subject to exchange rate fluctuations; does not include airfare

Interested in either Racquets Getaway? Contact Adriana Isaza at adrianaisaza@elitetennistravel.com.

JUNIOR PADDLE & SQUASH

CLINICS

TUESDAY

4:00pm-5:30pm JUNIOR PADDLE

Ages 9+; Begin November 7

5:45pm-7:15pm ELITE JUNIOR SQUASH

WEDNESDAY

5:45pm-7:15pm INTERMEDIATE JUNIOR SQUASH

THURSDAY

5:45pm-7:15pm ELITE JUNIOR SQUASH

FRIDAY

5:00pm-6:00pm JUNIOR PADDLE

Ages 9+; Begin November 7

5:45pm-7:15pm INTERMEDIATE JUNIOR SQUASH

6:00pm-7:00pm JUNIOR PADDLE MATCHPLAY

Ages 9+

SATURDAY

10:15am-11:45am ELITE JUNIOR SQUASH

11:45am-1:15pm INTERMEDIATE JUNIOR SQUASH

1:15pm-2:00pm SQUASH TINY TOTS

Ages 3-5

2:00pm-2:45pm SQUASH ALL-STARS

Ages 5-8

2:45pm-3:30pm SQUASH ACADEMY

Ages 9+

Roland Park 4712 Club Road Baltimore, MD 21210

www.bcc1898.com | 410.889.4400 Presort Standard U.S. Postage

Five Farms 11500 Mays Chapel Road Lutherville, MD 21093

MAIN NUMBERS

Golf House: 410.561.3381

Tennis House: 410.889.4474

Racquets Pro Shop: 410.467.1208

FITNESS HOURS

Roland Park & Five Farms Fitness Centers Monday-Sunday, 5:00am-9:00pm

DINING HOURS

FIVE FARMS

Year-round | Tuesday-Sunday

Brunch: Sunday, 11:00am-2:00pm Lunch: Tuesday-Saturday, 11:00am-2:00pm Clubhouse Menu: Tuesday-Sunday, 2:00pm-5:00pm Dinner: Tuesday-Sunday, 5:00pm-9:00pm

ROLAND PARK

November 4–March 2026 | Tuesday-Saturday Bar: 4:00pm-9:00pm Dinner: 5:00pm-9:00pm

EVENTS

If you are interested in hosting or sponsoring an event at Roland Park or Five Farms, please contact the Events Team at events@bcc1898.com.

RESERVATIONS

For all reservations please visit bcc1898.com, download our mobile app via the Apple Store or Google Play Store, call 410.889.4400, or email reservations@bcc1898.com.

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