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By Steve Bunker
As I write this the leaves are mostly gone from the trees and we are starting to get a hint of winter in the air. However, even though the “busy season” has passed, we have now become a twelve month community with numerous events. We have a variety of activities planned for the youth of our community and they are being well organized by our new Recreation Director, Joe. There are numerous events planned for the Clubhouse including our annual Holiday party and New Years Eve party, both of which are traditionally very well attended and there is excellent value for the cost. All Community members in good standing are welcome to attend. The Fitness Center continues to offer various different exercise classes at different times and days all winter long. Also, the restaurant will continue to be open Thursday through Sunday with excellent specials that will appeal to the whole family. All of these activities are well publicized in the Weathervane, on our website and by e-mail. If you are not on the e-mail “blast” list, please contact the Administration office and they will add you to the list. Shortly you will be receiving your annual dues statement in the mail. Please make it a priority to pay it in a timely manner. It is only through your support of the Community by paying your dues on time that we are able to maintain and improve our Community to make it appealing to new people who may have an interest in living in an amenity filled community such as Pocono Farms. I think you will agree that we Continued on Page 2
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Crime Watch Activity Report BY ED AALBUE • OCTOBER 2013
We are now in the fall season with winter knocking on the door. The weather was good for the month of October. Every year on Halloween Eve (aka mischief night) the crime watch teams up with our Security Chief, Artie Furman, and patrols the community. We do this to help keep mischief night under control. The crime watch patrol drivers that volunteered this year are: Russ Kelly, Eric Goins, Ed McDade, Maria and Joe Dean, and Sherry Zbar. All reported a quiet night. Thanks for helping out. During the month our drivers patrolled the Farms for 112 hours making our presence known in order to keep crime at a minimum. Our snowbirds will be leaving shortly for a warmer climate. We wish them a safe trip and a good winter. This month we added a new member to our group. Welcome to Bernie Pasquale. Thanks for joining us.
We are still looking for more drivers. If you can spare a few hours a month, call the office and someone from the committee will call you. JUNK MAIL HELP: When you get ‘ads’ enclosed with your phone or utility bill, return these ‘ads’ with your payment. Let the sending companies throw their own junk mail away. When you get those ‘preapproved’ letters in the mail for everything from credit cards to 2nd mortgages and similar type junk, do not throw away the return envelop.
If you want to remain anonymous, just make sure your name isn’t on anything you send them. You can even return the envelope empty if you want to just keep them guessing! It still costs them 44 cents. Let’s help keep our postal service busy since they are saying that e-mail is cutting into their business profits, and that’s why they need to increase postage costs again. You get the idea!
Most of these come with postage-paid return envelopes, right? It cost them more than the regular 44 cents postage, ‘IF’ and when they receive them back. It costs them nothing if you throw them away! The postage was around 50 cents before the last increase and it is according to the weight. In that case, why not get rid of some other junk mail and put it in these cool little, postage-paid return envelopes.
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want people to move into our community who will buy homes that are empty and start paying dues like we do which will help us build a stronger financial base for the future. Finally, on a related note about buying and selling homes please be aware that our real estate company is fully operating now and we have at your disposal experienced real estate professionals to help stimulate the sale of property in Pocono Farms. If either you or someone you know has an interest in buying or selling property in Pocono Farms, please contact The Pocono Farms Real Estate office as they specialize in marketing property in Pocono Farms. Your Board wishes you a very happy holiday season and hopes that 2014 is your best year ever!
580 SR 940, POCONO LAKE PA www.michcarp.com 182 Lake Road • Tobyhanna, PA 18466 www.poconofarms.com admin@poconofarms.com BOARD OF DIRECTORS Frank Milano, President Richard McCormick Mike Elbert, Vice President Collette Houston-Ong Steve Bunker, Treasurer Brian Cavanaugh Wayne Meyers, Secretary Peter Volpe Bill Weimer BOARD LIAISONS A&B, Environmental, PublicWorks Rich McCormick Communications Collette Houston-Ong CrimeWatch Peter Volpe Elections/Nominations Wayne Meyers Finance Steve Bunker Golf Brian Cavanaugh House Rich McCormick Long Range Planning Bill Weimer Pool Bill Weimer Recreation Collette Houston-Ong Tennis Mike Elbert AD-HOCS Insurance Fitness Center Community Garden Marketing
Frank Milano Mike Elbert Brian Cavanaugh Appointed as needed
COMMUNICATIONS COMMITTEE Collette Houston-Ong Linda Penett Linda Becht Marianne Stephen Sally Wachowski Peg Scott Sue Miller NEWSLETTER COORDINATOR Denise Wilson 894-4435 ext. 106 CAPFWeathervane2@yahoo.com
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DEPARTMENT HEADS General Manager 894-4435 ext. 100
David Timko dtimko@poconofarms.com
Accounting/Office Manager Lorraine Daviduk 894-4435 ext. 103 ldaviduk@poconofarms.com Golf Pro 894-4435 ext. 110
Joe Acla golfshop@poconofarms.com
Greens Superintendent Adam Herman 894-4435 adamh@poconofarms.com Executive Chef 894-4435 ext. 130
Food & Beverage Director Katrina Weithman 894-4435 ext. 132 katrinaw@poconofarms.com Activities Director 894-4435 ext. 113
Joe Sprovkin recdir@poconofarms.com
Director of Security 894-4435 ext. 105
Artie Furman afurman@poconofarms.com
Building Coordinator & Compliance Director Richard Savage 894-4435 ext. 104 rsavage@poconofarms.com MAINTENANCE 894-4435 ext. 160 (voicemail only)
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Thoughts from the Manager By Dave Timko
We are getting close to wrapping up another year at Pocono Farms. I will save the full wrap up until after the first of the year when all of the final numbers are in. That being said, 2013 was a fairly good year for us overall. After a slow start to the summer season, we finally kicked into gear at the end of June with the start of the pool and swim season. The swim team had the highest amount of participants than it ever had. The volunteers and coaches made it a fun and memorable season for all. The golf season got under way in the middle of April. The early trend saw a little growth in membership. The conditions on the course all season were fantastic. All of the golf events were well attended and the food and beverage service complimented those events. We ended the season with over 37 fall golf members joining the club. The goal is to retain as many of those members for the 2014 season. The food and beverage business did very well also. All of the larger community events were well attended. Although it is impossible to control the weather for all of these outside events, we would like to thank all of those members who continue to support us. We also experienced a change in a key staff position. Joe Sprovkin was named our Recreation Director in August. Joe started right before Labor Day weekend. This was trial by fire as Joe had only days to prepare for the weekend. He did have a little more time to prepare for the Oktoberfest and Halloween events. Joe’s challenge going forward is to provide a diversified program for all ages. Joe had about 30 teens for the Halloween event at the community room on October 25th. This is a very positive sign. I can only anticipate the participation increasing as Joe continues to develop the programs. Chef Rich Morgan resigned in early October after almost 6 years at Pocono Farms. He accepted a position closer to his home and family and we want to thank him for his years of service and wish him all the
best in his future endeavors. We are in the process of interviewing for our next Executive Chef. We have come a long way in our food and beverage services and hiring the right person to compliment the balance of the staff and to keep the momentum moving forward in the kitchen is critical to our future success. Finally, as we head into winter, our equipment has been serviced and is ready to go. Please understand that we have a lot of cul-de-sacs and roads to open up during these snow events. It does take us time to get to all of them. We will always do our best in getting the roads plowed and passable in the most safe and efficient manner possible. Our main goal is to open up as much of the roadways as possible. This means we do plow the snow to the outside and not into the middle of the cul-de-sacs. As we close out 2013, we look forward to 2014 with much anticipation in our continuing efforts to make Pocono Farms the desired community in which people to choose to live. Have a safe and Merry Christmas and Holiday season with your friends and family.
The official publication of the Pocono Farms Country Club AssocIation, Inc. PUBLISHED BY NIKI JONES AGENCY, INC. 39 Front Street • Port Jervis, New York 12771 P: 845.856.1266 E: info@nikijones.com Articles appearing in The Weathervane are presented as a community service. They do not necessarily represent the views of the publisher or of the Pocono Farms Country Club Association, Inc. The publisher and the PFCCA disclaim any liability for any advertisements published herein, in no way endorse or guarantee these ads and reserve the right to reject any ads submitted. Position of advertising in the newspaper is not guaranteed.
Women’s Club News
In the Farms
By Darlene Schultz
The highlight of the November meeting of the Pocono Farms Women's Club was a highly enlightening program centered upon nutrition for senior citizens. Terri, a social worker and Louisa, a registered dietician from Golden Living Center in East Stroudsburg provided guidelines for healthy living and suggestions for attaining improved personal goals.
PFCCA Office Hours Monday - Saturday 8:30am - 12:30pm & 1:00pm - 4:30pm ID Badge Picture Hours: 8:30am - 12:00pm & 1:00pm - 4:00pm
The December 11th meeting is the special holiday luncheon featuring entertainment by the children of our "Mommy and Me" program. New members of The Women's Club are always welcome. Please contact the office for additional information.
Building Regulations: Permits are required from the township and from PFCCA. Please check with the office (894-4435) as to your specific needs.
Capital Improvement Fees on transfer of property: House: $1,231 Lot: $616
• Building permit required from respective township and PFCCA before construction begins • Construction permitted from 7am - 7pm Monday- Saturday – excluding major holidays • Resale certificates are required. Fee is $200.00 Refuse Collection: Curbside pickup on household trash is done on Mondays beginning at 6am by PantherWaste Systems 1-877-499-2783 excluding major holidays. Alternate collection days will be posted on our website at www.poconofarms.com. PantherWaste Systems will only pick up household trash. If you have any other items to discard, please call them at 1-877-4992783 to set up arrangements. A bulk waste price list is available in the Administration Office or on the website. Recycling is picked up every other Monday. Dumpster Hours: Sunday from 10am – 2pm Wednesday & Friday from 8am – Noon Animals: Dogs must be leashed or on owner’s property at all times. Wildlife, such as deer and black bear, are common at Pocono Farms. We ask that you NOT FEED any wild animals. Emergencies: For ALL emergencies including medical or fire please contact 911 first, then contact Public Safety at 570-894-4435 x105. Weathervane DEADLINE NOTICE In order to produce a better newspaper for the Community, a Weathervane submission deadline has been established. All articles, announcements, classified ads, etc. must be submitted to the Newsletter Coordinator on or before the 5th of each month for publication in the next issue of The Weathervane. Submissions made after this date will not be considered until the following month. Your cooperation is appreciated. Publication of articles is subject to the approval of the Communication Committee.
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Pocono Farms Events CASINO BUS TRIP WHEN: January 22nd, 10am-5pm WHERE: Sands Casino, Bethlehem COST: $20 per person Included: Transportation $20 in slot play $5 food credit The bus will depart from the clubhouse at 10am and return at approx. 5pm.We need a minimum of 35 people. Sign up in the Administration Office. Payment due at time of sign up.
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2013 Champions Handicap Tournament Champion: Blue Tee Division: White Tee Division: Red Tee Division:
90 Ed Ryan 105 Tom Sirolly 90 Ed Ryan 91 Patti Walsh
Mark Zabriski
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Men ’ s Clu b Champions hip
Steve Bunker
Champion: 1st Flight: 2nd Flight: 3rd Flight: 4th Flight: 5th Flight:
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Jeff Bunker Jake Holeva Richard Bonk Steve Bunker Rodger Spear Ken Lutz
Champion: 2nd Flight: 3rd Flight:
Patti Walsh Joann Shields Carol McDonnell
S enior Men ’ s Clu b Champion s hip Champion: 1st Flight: 2nd Flight: 3rd Flight:
Brian Kuhns & Donna D’Amore
2nd Flight:
70 Ed Miller, A.J. Oravec,
Ed Bragger & Barbara Bragger
3rd Flight:
72 Rodger Spear, Sharon Spear,
Beth Zampogna & Jason Fulmer
A.J. Oravec Sharon Spear Gail Brescher
Pre sident’ s Cup – D ou ble s Jim Ribardo & Carolyn DeBrincat
Member Appreciation Tim Holland, Brian Kuhns, Joann Shields & Joan Antola
Icebre aker Scr amble 60 Jeff Bunker, Jim Ribardo, Joann Shields & Paul Kelly 66 Bob Brooker, Rich McCormick, Russ Kelly & Isobel Nemetz
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G low Ball Scr amble
Patti Walsh
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Tom Sirolly Rick Vodilko Ken Lutz Ed Ryan
S enior L adie s’ Clu b Champion s hip Champion: 1st Flight: 2nd Flight:
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Ryd er Cu p Red Team: Steve Bunker Tommy Stultz Jim Ribardo Jim Sturtevant Rich Brescher Ed Ryan
Frank DeBrincat A.J. Oravec, Greg Shields, Shane Falls, Rodger Spear Matt Monti
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61 Mark Zabriski, Dean Barone, Dan Kosmala & Aaron Gerlach
Hig h Score Carol McDonnell, Joan Antola & John Antola Jr.
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Holiday Hours
2013/14 Board of directors meeting schedule
Administration Office Hours
all meeting times are 7pm unless otherwise noted
Tuesday
12/24 8:30am - 12:30pm
Wednesday
12/25 CLOSED
Thursday
12/26 CLOSED
Friday
12/27 CLOSED
Saturday
12/28 CLOSED
Sunday
12/29 CLOSED
Monday
12/30 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday
12/31 8:30am - 12:30pm
Wednesday
Friday, December 20th Friday, January 24th Friday, February 21st Work Session Friday, March 21st
Friday, April 25th Wednesday, May 21st Friday, June 27th Friday, July 18th Saturday, July 19th
10am Annual Meeting As approved at the 7/31/13 Reorganizational Meeting
1/1 CLOSED
Clubhouse Hours Monday
12/23 CLOSED
Tuesday
12/24 CLOSED
Wednesday
12/25 CLOSED
Thursday
12/26 4pm - 10pm
Friday
12/27 4pm - 11pm
Saturday
12/28 12pm - 11pm
Sunday
12/29 12pm - 7pm
Monday
12/30 CLOSED
Tuesday
12/31 CLOSED (except for NYE Party)
Wednesday
1/1 CLOSED
Compactor Hours Wednesday
12/25 CLOSED
Thursday
12/26 8am - 12pm
Friday
12/27 8am - 12pm
Sunday
12/29 10am - 12pm
Wednesday
1/1 CLOSED
Thursday
1/2 8am - 12pm
Friday
1/3 8am - 12pm
Sunday
1/5 10am - 2pm
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Football Sunday in the Grill Room
Thirsty Thursdays
EVERY SUNDAY
6:00—8:00pm
Hot dogs $1.75 Add chili or cheese $1.25
Each Thursday we have a different beer special! Ask your bartender or server for details
Wings
December 5th - Stuffed Pasta Night $9
1/2 dozen $3.50 Dozen $7.00
Shells, manicotti, tortellini with a variety of fillings, Caesar salad and breadsticks.
Slider Trio Platter
1 cheeseburger slider, 1 chicken slider and 1 pulled pork slider. With french fries $8.95
Beginning at Noon
All day beer specials!
December 12th - Chicken Francaise $11 With rice pilaf and honey glazed carrots. Tossed salad and rolls.
December 19th - Southwestern Night $10 Chili, nacho and baked potato bar, made to order quesadilla’s with an array of choices, salad and rolls
DECEMBER 1ST SPECIAL
DECEMBER 8TH SPECIAL
DECEMBER 15TH SPECIAL
DECEMBER 22ND SPECIAL
DECEMBER 29TH SPECIAL
1:00pm
Miami Dolphins @ New York Jets Arizona Cardinals @ Philadelphia Eagles
MINI QUESADILLAS - Your choice beef or chicken — $3.75
1:00pm 4:25pm
Oakland Raiders @ New York Jets Detroit Lions @ Philadelphia Eagles Miami Dolphins @ Pittsburgh Stellers New York Giants @ San Diego Chargers
December 26th - Braised Beef Stew $12
Prepared with winter vegetables, served with mashed potatoes, tossed salad and rolls.
To reserve a table contact Katrina 570-894-4435, ext 132 katrinaw@poconofarms.com
CRAB CAKE SANDWICH - Served with French fries — $8.95
1:00pm 4:05pm
Philadelphia Eagles @ Minnesota Vikings Seattle Sea Hawks @ New York Giants New York Jets @ Carolina Panthers
SAUSAGE & PEPPER HERO - Served with choice of side — $8.95
1:00pm 4:05pm 4:25pm
Cleveland Browns @ New York Jets Chicago Bears @ Philadelphia Eagles New York Giants @ Detroit Lions Pittsburgh Steelers @ Green Bay Packers
BAKED MAC-N-CHEESE - topped with bacon — $5.95
1:00pm Philadelphia Eagles @ Dallas Cowboys New York Jets @ Miami Dolphins Washington Redskins @ New York Giants Cleveland Browns @ Pittsburgh Steelers POT ROAST HOAGIE - Served with onion rings — $9.95
CONTACT THE PRO SHOP TO SIGN UP 570-894-4435 x 111 (Deadline July 9th)
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Round by Round
Save the Date
BY JOE ACLA
Golf Committee Meeting Dates Dec/Jan – no meeting February 7, 2014 March 14, 2014 April 11, 2014
May 9, 2014 June 13, 2014 July 11, 2014 August 8, 2014
From L to R: Tim Holland, Laurie McDonald, Joe Acla, Frank Debrincat, and Greg Shields at the National Scramble Championship, Orlando FL.
As I sit here and start to write this article for the December Weathervane, I find it hard to believe that the 2013 golf season is over, as well as my 9th year here at Pocono Farms. This year has been a great year for golf. We picked up 35 new members in the spring and then picked up 37 Fall Specials bringing our year end membership number to 251 members. I want to say welcome to all the new members and look forward to all of you returning for the 2014 golf season. All of this couldn’t have taken place without a great team effort from Adam Herman and his great staff on the golf course keeping us in the best shape of any golf course in the area all season long. I also want to thank my staff starting with our Assistant Golf Professional, Matt Monti, who joined our team this spring and has grown into a very good Golf Professional. The outside staff again did a great job this year keeping everything running smoothly with the carts and 1st tee. Starting in the early part of 2014, we will be contacting all of the members to get feedback from you so we can make your experience here at Pocono Farms a better one. I want to thank all of the members who participated in the all of the Club events this year. Congratulations
to all the winners from the 2013 golf season. The list is located on the web page under “Member’s Corner.” I hope that ALL members have a safe and happy holiday season and again, I look forward to seeing everyone in the spring. In October, a team from Pocono Farms represented the Club in Orlando for the National Scramble Championship. The team consisted of Tim Holland, Frank Debrincat, Greg Shields, Laurie McDonald and PGA Professional, Joe Acla. The tournament was held on 2 of the Disney courses, Lake Buena Vista and Magnolia. The team finished in 10th place and had a great time. In an ongoing effort to keep Pocono Farms Country Club an enjoyable place to play,Adam and his crew over the last 2 years have been adding new red and white tee boxes. All of the work is in line with the master plan and the final project will be completed later this year and opened for play in the 2014 golf season. The following tee boxes have been added: #5 White Tee #6 White Tee #7 White Tee # 12 White Tee #13 Red Tee
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#14 Red Tee #15 Red Tee #16 Red Tee #17 White Tee #18 Red Tee
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“Protecting our environment one tank at a time”
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