LaPlaya Club February / March Newsletter

Club Newsletter

February 2016 - March 2016 // Volume 83

laplayaclub.com | 239-254-5000 | 9891 Gulf Shore Drive, Naples, Florida 34108

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MESSAGE FROM MEMBERSHIP Dear Members, 2016 has arrived with much excitement in “sunsational” Naples and the Club is ready to celebrate the season providing members with friendly gatherings, pleasurable memories and the ultimate Gulfshore lifestyle!

Not too surprising, there is a new relocation trend with many of our members moving to Southwest Florida as full-time residents! “Rightsizing” from 3 to 4 homes to 1 or 2 homes makes life a lot simpler I’ve been told. The exodus is on and we are delighted that you have chosen Naples as your permanent residence. Welcome to paradise year round!

Several changes were made to ensure that the Club maintains its exclusivity and uniqueness.

Members provided both positive and negative feedback and we listened. The input I received from members was very much appreciated, and interestingly enough, the majority of the members were very supportive of the new rules. The revised changes are posted in the newsletter for your review.

Years have passed quickly since the LaPlaya Beach Club welcomed members in February, 2002 and the Golf Club in November, 2003.

Members visiting the Club often reminisce or share their testimonials. It is especially nice to hear sentiments such as “What is not to like about LaPlaya?” Or “the best check I ever wrote”, or “my kids come to visit just to go to LaPlaya!.” Your sincere comments make me proud to be a part of LaPlaya and how lucky I am to be in this idyllic place.

A club is the social center for its members, a place where kindred spirits gather to have fun and make friends. We hope that LaPlaya provides you with this experience.

We look forward to seeing you at the Club soon!

Although spending days at the beach or playing a round of golf is the essence of the Naples lifestyle, a full slate of terrific events is planned for season; so please check the website and newsletter “calendar of events” and call soon to make reservations. Also, additional events are being added to the calendar as we move forward.

Enjoy the lecture by Carrie Kerskie, Identity Theft Expert, Author and Professional Speaker, or The Sparkle Queen, popular Amanda Jaron with “Design Your Own Piece of Jewelry” to name a few fun events. At the golf club, everything is in full swing. Come play, dine or relax!

Sandy Cotter Director of Membership La Playa Club Newsletter | Vol 83

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WELCOME NEW MEMBERS! We extend a sincere and warm welcome to all new Members who joined the LaPlaya Club recently. We hope the LaPlaya creates many lasting memories for you!

Social Members Robert & Teri Burke Larry & Betsy Pasini Curt & Cindy Allen Stephen & Louise Luongo Oliver & Robin Abel John & Lisa McGillis Jeff & Jane Sell George & Julia McGuffin Joseph & Eileen Leone John Miliotis & Gigi O'Donnell Dennis & Mary Gipson Brian & Tina Trainor Ronald & Claudia Stenger Ronald & Jennifer Ferris Matt & Laura Grabinksi Gary Pontbriand & Crystal Grover

Golf Club Members Grey Oaks Grey Oaks Quail Creek Olde Cypress The Quarry Grey Oaks Pelican Marsh Quail West Pelican Marsh Pelican Marsh The Quarry Naples Square The Dunes Park Shore Palm River Estates Meditera

Ted & Mary Egan

Surf Colony

Full Beach & Golf Club Members Fritz Moeller & Linda Altemus Eugene & Carol DeMark Larry & Kathy Dawson

Monterey Tiburon Palm River Estates

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NOTE FROM

SCOTT

dessert in the lounge. There’s a new vibe that Martin has brought to the lounge and the members are loving it. I look forward to seeing you at the club!

Dear LaPlaya Beach and Golf Club Members,

Warm regards,

I’d like to personally thank the membership for graciously welcoming me to LaPlaya Beach and Golf Club. I officially started two days before Thanksgiving. This gave me the chance to truly immerse myself into my new position and afforded me the opportunity to meet a great number of members during the busy holiday season. My first impressions were, wow what a fantastic club, membership and staff. It is truly a wonderful team I have inherited. My team’s commitment is towards the finest service for our members. We have new staff and our tenured, superstarstaff. The veterans are working hard to show the new teammates the LaPlaya way. We are ALL working hard to continually improve the service, food, wine, entertainment and your overall beach club experience. We want you to enjoy your club to its fullest.

Scott Thomas Club Director LaPlaya Beach Club

In December we added some excitement to LaPlaya Beach Club with Martin Ross as our new resident pianist and entertainer. If you have not had a chance to hear Martin please come in and see him Tuesday through Saturday and join us for a cocktail or after dinner cordial with a little

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Drip Coffee 4 5 Hot Tea 4 4 Café Latte 6 7 Cappuccino 6 7 Café Mocha 6.5 8

BALEEN COFFEE BAR Proudly brewing Lavazza Coffee Open Daily 6:30 am - 11:00 am

Hot Chocolate 4 5 Café Americano

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Espresso 5 Double Espresso

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Macchiato

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Enhancements Extra shot expresso

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Syrup .50 Whip cream

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Morning Delights Muffin

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Croissant 4 Danish 4 Whole Fruit La Playa Club Newsletter | Vol 83

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CRAB & SHRIMP ETOUFFEE Ingredients 2 lbs.

16 oz. ¼ 1 tbs.

1/3 ½ 1 2 1 tsp 14 oz.

2 1 ½ tsp 1 tbs.

5 cups

raw shrimp peeled and deveined (21-25 count) can of good quality crab meat ($15-18 a can) stick of butter ( salted) canola oil cup of flour large white onion medium diced large green bell pepper medium diced ribs of celery medium diced chopped garlic chicken broth green scallions small chopped creole seasoning tomato paste - half of small can Tabasco dashes - use at your liking for extra heat cooked jasmine rice - Boil in a bag is ok and easy to cook.

Cook at the end when your etouffee is almost done.

Directions In a medium pot melt butter and oil then add flour and cook on medium heat until the flour butter mixture (a roux) looks like peanut butter lightly browned. Then add the onion, pepper, celery, garlic and cook for about 10 minutes until the onion becomes translucent. You must stir constantly so the sauce doesn’t stick to bottom of the pan. Next add chicken broth, tomato paste, creole seasoning and cook for 15 minutes. Next add the shrimp and cook for another 5 minutes. By this time you should have a gravy looking sauce, add the crabmeat and cook for another 5 minutes , taste and add your Tabasco for extra heat.

Spoon cooked rice into individual bowls and ladle etouffee over the top and garnish with chopped scallions.

Chef Cheryl Golf Club

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NOTE FROM

PATRICK

LAUREL'S

GOLF TIP The only thing you should be scooping on the golf course is the sand from the bucket to fill in your divot. I see a lot of people-in their effort to get the ball in the air - scoop through the ball with their right (left hand if you are a lefty) hand. Even if you get lucky and get it just right to get under it, the ball will not go very far. Most of the time, that will result in a skull shot. (You know, those shots that stay on the ground and go over the green).

You need to keep the shaft of the club tilting forward (towards the target) not tilting away from the target through impact. Another way to think about it is to make sure that you keep your hands (handle) ahead of the ball at impact while sweeping through the grass. When you finish through a short chip the clubface should not be pointed at the sky. It should stay low through the shot.

We don't need a lot of power for chip shots. We just need to get the ball in the air for a short distance and the ball will roll most of the way to the hole. If we need to carry over a bunker, rough, mound, etc then we will just use a longer swing. Longer the carry, longer the follow through.

During the winter months, the amount of play on the golf course will increase dramatically. In order that the additional traffic does not affect playability, we ask all members and guests to observe proper etiquette and assist in the repair of ball marks and the filling of divots during their round.

Quite often the golf ball will impact the front of the green and roll toward the back. Players tend to walk straight to their ball. As a result of this, the front portions of the greens often have more unrepaired ball marks. We ask all players to please be aware of where their golf ball has impacted the green and look in that area for the ball mark. Encourage your playing partners to fix their own ball mark, plus one more, in order that the putting surfaces remain as pristine as possible all season long.

In addition, the amount of divots will also increase as rounds increase. A divot that is not filled with sand will take twice as long to heal. This issue is of particular importance on Par 3 tees and fairway landing areas.

Each golf cart is equipped with its own supply of sand and sand buckets are also located on all Par 3 tee boxes.

Thanks very much for your continued assistance!

Patrick Lewins Golf Course Superintendent

Next time you go out to practice, head to the chipping green first and try this out.

Good Luck!

Laurel Kean LPGA Professional

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LETTER FROM

BEN

Dear Members, It is a pleasure getting to know each and everyone of you.

The team in the Golf Shop is anchored by Laurel Kean and Dick Taylor. The four newbies are Nick Ellis, Vince Blascovich, Evan Yeutsy and myself. We look forward to a fun filled season.

Below are the upcoming events for February and March.

• February 14 – Valentines Day 12 & Dine – 3 PM Shotgun • February 18 – Ladies Invitational – 12PM Shotgun • March 4, 5 & 6 – Club Championship – Ladies and Men’s Divisions – Tee Times • March 10, 11 & 12 – Men’s Invitational – Course Open for play each day after 1:30 PM • March 18 – St. Patty’s Day 12 & Dine – 3 PM Shotgun I hope everyone is enjoying more access to morning tee times during high the season. The modifications of a 7:30 start on the 1st tee and alternating tee times every 8 and 9 has enhanced the access for all members. The effectiveness of this comes from the last player in the group to tee off is hitting their drive so the group can leave the tee on the schedule tee time. This helps create proper spacing between groups and allows for a good pace of play.

An 18 hole round should take no longer than 4 hours.

As it is high season, please remember that if your group is not a foursome that you will need to be patient in the morning as most mornings are sold out with foursomes.

The afternoons are a little less busy and allow for a faster pace of play for singles and twosomes. There are many requests for groups to play in fivesomes. The rule during high season is that no more than 2 fivesomes are permitted on the course at the same time and fivesomes must receive permission from the Golf Shop. Thank you in advance for you assistance in scheduling these groups.

Change is always hard at first but the adjustments to Men’s Day are beginning to smooth out. The idea is to give as many members the option to participate in Men’s Day without being restricted to playing in an 8:30 AM Shotgun. By changing to tee times this allows more access to the tee sheet for all members and the option to play in the Men’s Day event by teeing off anytime during the day.

Below are a few bullets describing how Men’s Day is currently working: • Men will have the tee until 10:00 AM and Ladies may schedule tee times after • Men may make their own group and will have the option to participate at anytime during the day however they must notify the Golf Shop before teeing off for their round • The Club will reserve 4 to 5 tee times between 8:15 and 8:45 AM to provide playing opportunities for those members looking to play that day that do not have a game • Based on the format, each player or group will turn their scorecard in after their round and the event will be scored at the end of the day.

• The results will be posted in the Golf Shop and Men’s Locker room Lastly, please take care of your course by repairing your ball marks, raking bunkers, watching your footsteps on the green and sanding your divots in the fairway.

Respectfully, Ben Bryant, PGA

The new Sun Mountain push carts have been well received and many members are enjoying a nice, brisk afternoon walk on our beautifully manicured course.

Walking is allowed after 1 PM. You may rent a push cart or carry your clubs. No fivesomes will be allowed to walk the course. The use of the Speed Carts is reserved for Full Golf and Golf Only members.

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GOLF CLUB CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Day Date Event Name Location

FEBRUARY 2016 Wednesday 3, 10, 17, 24 Men’s Day Golf Club Wednesday 3 Big Break Skills Golf Club Wednesday 3 Mingler Golf Club Thursday 4, 11, 25 Ladies Day Golf Club Thursday 4, 11, 25 Ladies 9 Hole Golf Club Sunday 7, 14, 28 Omelette Station Golf Club Monday 8, 22 Carvery Night Golf Club Sunday 14 Valentines Day Dozen & Dinner Golf Club Thursday 18 Ladies Invitational Golf Club Sunday 21 Sunday Brunch Golf Club Thursday 25 Dinner Dance Golf Club Monday 29 Ladies 9 Hole Member Guest Golf Club

MARCH 2016 Wednesday 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Men’s Day Golf Club Thursday 3, 9, 17, 24, 31 Ladies Day Golf Club Thursday

3, 9, 17, 24, 31

Ladies 9 Hole

Golf Club

Friday

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Mens & Ladies Club Championship Day 1

Golf Club

Saturday

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Mens & Ladies Club Championship Day 2

Golf Club

Sunday

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Mens & Ladies Club Championship Day 3

Golf Club

Monday 7, 21 Carvery Night Golf Club Monday or Tuesday or Wednesday

7 or 8 or 9

Practice Round, Men’s Invite

Golf Club

Thursday 10 Men’s Invite: Day 1: 18 Holes Golf Club Friday 11 Men’s Invite: Day 2: 18 Holes Golf Club Saturday

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Men’s Invite: Day 3: 9 Holes & Shoot-out Finale

Golf Club

Friday 18 Dozen & Dinner Golf Club Sunday

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Easter Shotgun open to all members - closed after

Golf Club

Sunday

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Play for all members-closed after play

Golf Club

Wednesday 30 New Member Orientation Golf Club

APRIL 2016 Wednesday 6, 13 Men’s Day Golf Club Thursday 7, 14 Ladies’ Day & 9 Hole Golf Club Friday 8 Closing Day 9 & Dine Golf Club Monday 11 Carvery Night Golf Club Sunday 17 End of Season Members BBQ Golf Club

BEACH CLUB LADIES LUNCHEON & FASHION SHOW

Wednesday, April 13th, 2016 - 11:30 am Complimentary glass of Champagne or Mimosa Noon - Lunch Begins

Fashion Show By Nordstrom $32 per person plus tax & gratuity Members may bring one guest.

Reservations 239-254-5008

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HAPPENINGS Beach Club Mardi Gras Bar Party Tuesday, February 9th Specialty New Orleans Cocktails "Fat Tuesday" Bar Menu Big Easy Sounds by Martin Ross From 4 pm until 9 pm Club Bar Regular dining service in the Private Club

Beach Club Bling It On Event Jewelry Making with Amanda Jaron Tuesday, April 5th @ 1:00 - 3:00 pm Jewelry designer Amanda Jaron understands the complexities and romanticism jewelry can represent. Her jewelry is not merely another trinket in a box, but an emotional accessory worn proudly.

A. Jaron Fine Jewelry is different that way. Join us for an afternoon of jewelry making with famous designer Amanda Jaron in the Private Club.

Amanda will help you design your own one of a kind piece of jewelry! $45 per person Limited seating availability.

RSVP 239-254-5008

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Member Field Trip - An Afternoon at Nordstrom with Trish McEvoy!

Wednesday, March 2 Nordstrom Waterside Waterside Shops 5489 Tamiami Trail North, Naples, FL 1:00 - 3:00 pm It's an afternoon at Nordstrom with Trish McEvoy's Susannah Dellinger and creative make-up team. Last year was so much fun that members asked for a repeat event!

Join us for a Trending Style Show, make-up and great camaraderie.

The Trish McEvoy and Nordstrom Team will share their knowledge and expertise and help you discover your favorite style, colors and fashions. Join us for a fun afternoon.

Limited Availability RSVP 239-254-5008

Culinary Series Wednesday, March 16 11:30 AM - 1 PM Chef's Topic: Braising Foods $25 per person

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MARTIN ROSS Martin Ross was born on June 12, 1959, in Tacoma, WA. The son of dancers, Martin & Helen Baespflug started him down the music path at the young age of 3 with classical piano lessons. By age 8 Martin was training in piano, French horn and ballet privately at both University of Puget Sound and Pacific Lutheran University. This rigorous training continued through his teens. From there it was music and entertaining for life.

Martin has been a career musician since he was 17, playing locally, nationally and internationally; whether it be fronting a hometown band, laying it out on the keys solo or leading a 12 piece orchestra, he’ll be sure to entertain!

Life’s Work – Music & Entertainment Longtime Northwest Entertainer-Singer-SongwriterPianist Martin Ross performed from the late 80's to the early 00's, as the House Piano Man at the iconic "Cloud Room," in The Camlin Hotel, a downtown Seattle Landmark. The Cloud Room closed its doors and Martin became the resident entertainer at Daniel's Broiler in Lake Union, Seattle, & Bellevue, WA. After Daniel’s, Martin worked for 3 years internationally, touring between Dubai, Seoul, British Virgin Islands and Barbados. After the international tour, for the past several years, Martin has performed at the Starlight Room at the Riviera Resort in Palm Springs, part of the Noble House Collection.

A Multifaceted Music Career His development in the field of music and entertainment has led him around the world as a solo act and as the leader of several groups, touring such places as the U.K., Hong Kong, Thailand, the Caribbean, Norway and the better part of the US and Canada.

Musical Collaboration Martin has had the privilege of sharing the stage (as an opener, musician or lead singer) with the likes of: Paul Revere & The Raiders, James Brown Band, Bonnie Raitt, Edgar Winter, The Beach Boys, The Temptations, Sha Na Na, The Spinners, Peter Noon, Gary Lewis, Gary Puckett, Little Richard, Clint Black, LeAnn Rimes, & Dick Clark, to name a few.

In the late 90's and into the 2000's Martin headed up several of his own bands ("Martin Ross Orchestra", "Martin Ross Trio","MartinRossGroup"). With these he billed shows in the US and internationally.

Join us after dinner or just stop by for cocktails and desserts in the Club Lounge, Tuesday thru Saturday.

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Tuesday thru Thursday 6:30 - 9:30 pm Friday and Saturday 7:00 - 10:00 pm

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RESERVE UP TO

3 ROOMS AND RECEIVE A

$50 CREDIT TOWARDS BREAKFAST FOR THE FOLLOWING DATES OF STAY

2.10-2.11, 2.26, 3.11, 3.16-3.19, 4.03-4.04, 4.09-4.10, 4.23-4.27 Dates are inclusive. $50 credit has no cash value and cannot be applied towards gratuity, taxes or other meal periods. Max of 3 rooms per member and based upon availability.

NEWS FROM THE POOL

Members often ask what's new. Here are the latest updates!

All new Tropitone Outdoor Pool Furniture has been installed in the cabanas and entire pool deck with new padded sling chaises to relax and enjoy a cocktail or two. All new curtains have been installed in the Cabanas. Enjoy dining at the Tiki tables which have a brand new look with all new granite table tops.

There is now a No Smoking Policy around the pool deck. For our smokers, we have created a new smoking area at the North end of the pool deck that offers comfy couches and ash trays.

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BEACH TIME For reservations at the beach use our online beach reservation system on the Members Website.

When necessary, seating that is saved but not used or left empty for long periods, more than 90 minutes, may be utilized for other members or moved to a different location.

*Excludes major holidays.

In order to provide members with as many options as possible, any un-rented poolside cabanas may be used on a complimentary basis after 2 pm daily.

Members may make beach chair reservations up to 72 hours in advance up until 6pm the night before your arrival!

Chair pre-sets are between the hours of 9 am and 11 am.

Easter holidays 3/22/16 - 3/28/16 just arrive at the beach club and we will set you up.

We ask that members not occupy seating at both the beach and pool simultaneously to allow all members desired seating options. Our team is pleased to seat your group in either area throughout the day if you wish to move back and forth.

At the Club drive, members will notice the addition of a “towel return� which will also include out-ofinventory towels for members to take for the road if necessary.

We look forward to providing you and your families with an fun filled beach and pool experience again this season!

Kind regards, Nick Pasalodos Director of Beach and Pool

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LAPLAYA BOUTIQUE Excitement awaits you at the LaPlaya Boutique in 2016. We’ve concentrated on bringing you a huge assortment of resort wear, perfect for you, your family, and, friends. Trina Turk, Nannette Lepore, Ralph Lauren, Mahi Gold, Tommy Bahama, Miss June of Paris, and, of course, our spring cashmere dress topper in an array of colors. 2016 Mystique sandals, Cape Cod Sandal Company, Leatherman sandals and, Italian Ice Jewelry are all in stock and waiting for you to scoop up.

Coming in March, we have scheduled “Fashion Show Weekend", with Mahi Gold dresses and tops that you’ll see taking a fashion stroll thru the pool and beach areas. Also, be sure to check out the weekly e-mail blasts for our trunk shows.

See you at the Boutique soon! Always, complimentary gift wrap and shipping available.

Trish Van Almkerk Boutique Manager & Buyer

FROM THE BEACH & POOL Kids Camp Every Saturday and Sunday 11:00 am - 2:00 pm thru May Cost $30 snacks and drinks included From Lifeguard Games, Tug of War to Surfing, we have activities to keep everyone entertained while you relax in your chaise lounge or enjoy a day at the Spa! Available for children ages 5 - 12 Sample Activities (geared to age group): • Tug O War • Sand castles building • Nature walk and shell collecting • Surfing • Lifeguard games • Beach ball La Playa Club Newsletter | Vol 83

Schedule Our traditional Kids Camps will be held every Saturday & Sunday • February 2016: 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, 21, 27, 28 • March 2016: 5, 6, 12, 13, 19, 20 (additional activities 25-27) • April 2016: 2, 3, 9, 10, 16, 17, 23, 24, 30 • May 2016: 1, 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22, 28, Call for details 239-597-3123 ext. 5950

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LECTURE SERIES Thursday, February 25 10:oo - 11:00 am - Club Lounge Carrie Kerskie - President, Kerskie Group, Inc Director, Identity Fraud Institute at Hodges University Member, Collier County Identity Theft Task Force Carrie Kerskie a highly sought-after speaker, trainer and consultant on the topics of identity theft, fraud and data breach. She appears regularly on WINK News SW Florida as a fraud identitiy theft expert. She is also the author of the book, Your Public Identity; Beause Nothing is Private Anymore.

Sunset Yoga on the Beach This season, SpaTerre is going to present a new way to unwind into your evenings. We will be offering Yoga on the beach at sunset, and we want all members to feel welcome to join. The class will be a great way to enjoy the calming and healthy benefits of yoga while taking in the amazing beauty of our Vanderbilt beach.

We are finishing up plans for this exciting new offering, so please contact the Spa for more information. If there is a day of the week that is best for you, please let us know; we will try and set a schedule that works best for the majority of our members.

Carrie has presented at over 200 conferences, professional and civic organizational meetings, professional development events and corporate training events. In addition, Carrie is the creator of the Certified Identity Theft Investigator program.

Carrie has been featured on NBC News, WINK News, ABC News and Fox News. In addition, numerous articles have been written by her and published about her in Gulfshore Business, Southwest Florida Business Today, Gullfshore Life, Business Currents, PI Magazine and Adverse Witness. She is a regular contributor to PI Magazine and Boomeon.com.

RSVP 239-254-5008

Aromatherapy Enhancements arrive at the Spa This month, SpaTerre welcomed 21 Drops, a line of essential oil therapies made to the highest standards. Crafted from therapeutic quality, 100% natural, and organically grown or wild-harvested plants and fruits, the line includes 21 different aromatherapies focused on specific results, like “Inspire”, “Decongest” and “Sleep”. In addition to selling the oils, they will be incorporated into our treatment menu in a variety of ways. This includes adding a new aromatherapy component to our popular Swedish massage, adding the sense of smell to your massage experience for deeper relaxation and rejuvenation.

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EASTER ACTIVITIES Easter Weekend Kids Camp Friday March 25 - Monday March 28th

Saturday March 26 Nibbles with the Easter Bunny & Club Hunt Join us to meet the Easter Bunny Saturday Meet on the Gulf Lawn • •

9:00 am - Serving donut holes, fruit, juice and coffee 9:30 am - Easter Egg Hunt begins promptly

Children 12 and under are invited • • •

Entertainment: Robby the Magician and the Easter Bunny Complimentary event for our members, children and grandchildren only.

Don’t forget to bring your Easter Basket!

RSVP 239-254-5008

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Saturday March 26 Easter Egg Decorating – Resort • 10:00 am - 2:00 pm @ North Pool RSVP 239-254-5008

Saturday, March 26 - 8:00 pm Movie night at the North Pool

Easter Sunday – March 27 Resort Easter Egg Hunt • Take pictures with Easter Bunny • 9:00 am - First Easter egg hunt for ages 6 and under • 10:30 am - Second Easter egg hunt for ages 7-11

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EASTER BRUNCH BUFFET Sunday, March 27

Chilled Seafood Display

Chaffered Items Smoked Bacon & Sausage

Cold Water Oysters, Shrimp Cocktail Orange Horseradish Cocktail Sauce, Mignonette Sauce

Waffle Benedict

Prosciutto, Basil Hollandaise

Sweet Thai Chili Salmon

Caramel French Toast

Sesame Cucumber Salad, Fried Wontons Teriyaki Glaze

Warm Baked Brie

Berry Sauce, Maple Syrup

Potato Crusted Grouper

Apples & Honey Truffle Walnuts

Vegetable couscous, Lemon Beurre Blanc

Roasted Beet & Pear Salad

Fresh Orange, Raspberry Vinaigrette

Mixed Baby Greens Salad

Paprika Chicken

Rosemary Roasted Potatoes, Spring Vegetables Rhubarb & Cucumber Salsa

Carving Stations Grilled Filet Mignon

Red Onion, Dried Cranberries, Goat Cheese Almond Slivers, Champagne Truffle Vinaigrette

Shrimp & Quinoa Salad

Cucumber, Tomato, Cilantro Dressing

Tropical Fruit Salad Pastries

Red Wine Mushroom Sauce

Honey Mustard Glazed Ham Pineapple Aioli, Warm Potato Roll

Omelet Station

Danish, Baked Scones, Croissants, Banana Cake, Mini Muffins

Mushrooms, Ham, Spinach, Peppers, Tomato, Cheddar Cheese Mozzarella Cheese

Dessert Station

Carrot Cake, Fruit Tarts, Key Lime Pie, Lemon Dome Strawberry Roll, Chocolate Cake

$67 per person Children 5-12 $19.95 Children 4 and under free Piano by Martin Ross Seating times from 11:00 - 2:00 Cancelation policy in effect

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“Member Only” Receptions

HELPFUL DINING INFORMATION Reservations Reservations are requested in the Club Dining Room by calling 239-254-5008 for dinner and appreciated for lunch. When making reservations, several questions will be asked to ensure we provide you with an exceptional dining experience, such as, your preferred time to be seated for dinner, billing preference, guest names, and seating preference.

Reservation Bookings New this year, we will take reservations up to 90 days in advance for all events and for dining reservations. Private member events or parties may be booked upon request.

Exceptional Service When reservations are made and a seating time is specified, that’s the time member parties are expected to be seated for dinner. If you have a pre-dinner cocktail in mind, we urge you to arrive at the club at least a half hour in advance, thus assuring you’ll receive exceptional service in a timely manner.

Large Parties Members wishing to have a private party of 13 or more will select a set menu and be seated for dinner at 5:30 or 8 pm. Adhering to this request ensures the highest level of service for both your party and for all members and their guests who also join us for dinner.

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Members only are welcome at the receptions thru April. We’re promoting a “mix and mingle” atmosphere for our members to meet other members. Open to Full, Social, Dining and Beach Members only.

Standard Event & Holiday Policies • • • •

All food and beverage is subject to a 20% service charge All Club events require reservations and can be made by calling 239.254.5008.

Cancellations will be accepted up to 24 hours in advance.

Children ages 5 – 12 are $19.95 and children four and under are complimentary for special events unless otherwise noted.

Dining Club Dress More Relaxed “Club casual” dress in the Club has just become more relaxed! In response to input from our member survey, positive attire changes were made to our Beach Club dining room policy for your pleasure. Please share this information with your guests that may be dining in the Beach Club as well.

Lunch Beach attire, sandals and shoes may be worn with appropriate cover-ups for lunch and up until 5 p.m.

Dinner Gentlemen: After 5:00 p.m., long slacks, dress jeans, and knee length dress shorts are permitted in the Club.

Ladies: Blouses, knee length shorts, dresses, dress jeans or slacks, and sandals permitted.

Coats and ties are not required. Cargo shorts, cutoffs or short shorts are not permitted. Denim or jeans with holes or frayed of any type, sports caps, and tee-shirts bearing inappropriate wording are not permitted at any time in the dining or lounge areas of the Beach Club.

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TIKI BAR ENTERTAINMENT SCHEDULE February 02/05/16 (Friday) 02/06/16 (Saturday) 02/12/16 (Friday) 02/13/16 (Saturday) 02/14/16 (Sunday) Valentine's Day 02/19/16 (Friday) 02/20/16 (Saturday) 02/26/16 (Friday) 02/27/16 (Saturday)

Jerry Pellegrino Bill Colletti Michael Antoine Denny Scott Donnacha O’Donnell Michael Antoine Eric Ringsmuth Jerry Pellegrino Denny Scott

2:00 - 6:00 pm 2:00 - 6:00 pm 2:00 - 6:00 pm 2:00 - 6:00 pm 3:00 - 7:00 pm 2:00 - 6:00 pm 2:00 - 6:00 pm 2:00 - 6:00 pm 2:00 - 6:00 pm

Eric Ringsmuth Bill Colletti Jerry Pellegrino Denny Scott Eric Ringsmuth Michael Antoine Sarah Hadeka Eric Ringsmuth Denny Scott

2:00 - 6:00 pm 2:00 - 6:00 pm 2:00 - 6:00 pm 2:00 - 6:00 pm 4:00 - 8:00 pm 4:00 - 8:00 pm 4:00 - 8:00 pm 4:00 - 8:00 pm 3:00 - 7:00 pm

March 03/04/16 (Friday) 03/05/16 (Saturday) 03/11/16 (Friday) 03/12/16 (Saturday) 03/18/16 (Friday) 03/19/16 (Saturday) 03/25/16 (Friday) 03/26/16 (Saturday) 03/27/16 (Sunday) Easter

TIKI BAR HOURS OF OPERATION

Tiki Kitchen Sunday-Thursday 11 am to 6 pm Friday and Saturday 11 am to 7 pm.

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getting to know our team!

Tom Wright Food & Beverage Manager Tom joins us with a wealth of experience and a long tenure of 14 years with the Noble House Hotels & Resorts Collection having spent time at our Riviera Resort in Palm Springs, Edgewater Hotel in Seattle and our Grove Isle Hotel in Coconut Grove. Culinary trained in Switzerland under Master Chef Evo Bastro, Tom also is a certified Sommelier. Tom has also spent time travelling the high seas as Director of Restaurants on several cruise lines including Cunard Crown, Sun Line Cruises and Commodore Cruise Lines. Tom also was on the opening team for Quail West Country Club here locally as Food & Beverage Manager.

Food, wine and music are his passion and he has a very creative nature and would be happy to help you plan an upcoming party.

Sarah Dalton Assistant Food & Beverage Manager Sarah joins us from the Pelican Bay Foundation in Naples Florida, where she was Food & Beverage Manager for several years. Before moving to Florida, Sarah hailed from Minneapolis where she was General Manager and Assistant Manager for several fine restaurants including D’Amico Cucina Restaurant, Café and Bar Lurcat, and also the 112 Eatery. She has a Master of Science in Hospitality and Tourism and Bachelor of Science from the University of Wisconsin-Stout.

Karen Nardella Membership Coordinator Karen joined us in August after returning to her hometown of Naples from Boston where she was employed with New Balance Athletic Shoe Inc. for eight years as Senior Administrative to the Vice President of Retail and Event Coordinator. As Membership Coordinator, Karen assists members with any details related to the Club or the website, information regarding Noble House properties, communications. and handles main projects. Karen enjoys time spent with her husband, Anthony, and her two year old daughter Emma.

Alfredo Carnarte Private Club Executive Chef Alfredo Carnarte, Executive Chef of the Private Dining Club has been with LaPlaya for over two years. He was previously at the popular LaPlaya Baleen Restaurant as Sous Chef before his promotion to Private Club Executive Chef. Primarily Chef Alfredo is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the kitchen, developing new recipes, planning menus, and execution of the dining service for our members and all culinary events. His past experience includes several years as Executive Chef with Troon Golf at the Dismal River Club in Nebraska and the Colonial Country Club. Chef Alfredo’s goal is to aspire his team to exercise their love for creative cooking, deliver a superb menu and guarantee that all members and their guests receive the optimal dining experience La Playa Club Newsletter | Vol 83

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BEACH CLUB

CALENDAR OF EVENTS Day

Date

Time

Event

Location

February Friday

2/5/2016

4:00 pm

New Member Orientation

Beach Club

Tuesday

2/9/2016

12:30 - 3:00 pm

Field Trip Naples Gourmet Tasting (Members only)

Vom Fass

2/9/2016

4:00 - 9:00 pm

Mardis Gras Bar Party

Club Bar

Sunday

2/14/2016

5:30 - 8:30 pm

Valentine’s Day Dinner

Beach Club

Sunday

2/21/2016

5:30 - 7:30 pm

Member Reception (Members only)

Beach Club

Tuesday

2/25/2016

10:00 am

Lecture Series (Members only)

Beach Club

Wednesday

3/2/2016

1:00 - 3:00 pm

Trish McEvoy hosts LaPlaya

Nordstrom Store/Waterside Shops

Friday

3/4/2016

4:00 pm

New Member Orientation

Beach Club

Sunday

3/13/2016

6:00 - 8:00 pm

Member Reception (Members only)

Beach Club

Wednesday

3/16/2016

11:00 - 12:30 pm

Culinary Series (Members Only)

Beach Club

Saturday

3/26/2016

9:00 am

Easter Egg Scramble

Beach Club

Sunday

3/27/2016

11:00 - 2:00 PM

Easter Brunch

Beach Club

Sunday

4/3/2016

5:00 - 8:30 pm

Beach Party (One Guest Couple)

Beach Lawn

Tuesday

4/5/2016

1:00 - 3:00 pm

Amanda Jaron Studios (Members only)

Beach Club

Friday

4/8/2016

4:00 pm

New Member Orientation

Beach Club

Wednesday

4/13/2016

11:30 am

Fashion Show & Luncheon (One Guest)

Beach Club

Sunday

4/17/2016

6:00 - 8:00 pm

Reception (Members Only)

Beach Club

Wednesday

4/20/2016

11:00 - 12:30 pm

Culinary Series (Members Only)

Beach Club

5/8/2016

11:00 AM - 2:00 pm

Mother’s Day Brunch

Beach Club

5/14/2016

2:00 - 5:00 pm

Family Cookout

Beach/Pool

5/17/2017

5:30 - 7:00 PM

Member Reception (Members Only)

Beach Club

6/15/2016

5:30 - 7:00 PM

7/13/2016

5:30 - 7:00 PM

March

April

May Sunday Saturday Tuesday

June Wednesday

Member Reception (Members Only)

Beach Club

July Wednesday

Member Reception (Members Only)

Beach Club

Club Lounge Happy Hour every Tuesday & Thursday from 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM 21

NEW CLUB POLICIES Beach Club In order to protect the exclusivity of the Club, these revised policies are in effect thru April 30, 2016.

Two Car Maximum Two cars per membership are permitted. Should a member bring a third car, a $50 charge will be applied to the member account. This includes any family or friends arriving for beach access. This does not apply to Members coming for lunch or dinner in the Private Dining Club.

Pre-registered Immediate & Extended Family The Club’s long-standing policy for registering unaccompanied family i.e. children, grandchildren, parents or grandparents remains the same. Please complete your regular Family Guest Pass Form in advance at least three or more days either online or call directly 239-254-5008.

Other Guests – not included above • • •

Members are allowed to register 6 guests maximum per day in season, other than family members mentioned above.

Regular days, there is no charge for up to six additional guests in your company.

On major holidays, i.e. Christmas, Easter, and Presidents Day Weekend, your first two guests are complimentary and a $20 per person fee will be charged to your member account for the additional four.

Other Guests arriving at the Beach Club • •

If members have guests visiting the Beach Club to join them at the beach, please meet them at the gate or have them arrive with you.

We ask that the Member arrive simultaneously or prior to his or her guest(s). If guests arrive before the member, they will be asked to wait at the porte-cochere.

Thank you for your support and cooperation in making the Club your special place.

Frequently Called Numbers Administrative Office (Club)

239.254.5000

Accounting (Club)

239.598.5109

Baleen Restaurant

239.598.5707

Beach Club Dining Room

239.254.5008

Beach Pavillion

239.598.5119

Boutique

239.597.3123 ext. 5714

Club Valet

239.597.3123 ext. 5315

Golf Club Grill Room

239.254.5010

Golf Club Locker Attendant

239.449.1183

Golf Club Reservation / Pro Shop

239.254.5001

Pool Hut

239.597.3123 ext 5950

SpaTerre 239.598.5117 La Playa Club Newsletter | Vol 83

Tiki Bar

239.597.3123 ext 5815 22

FIRST CLASS U.S. POSTAGE PAID AMS 9891 Gulf Shore Drive Naples, FL 34108

BEACH CLUB VALET

RESORT CONCIERGE

Opens at 8:00 a.m. daily

BALEEN NAPLES

Breakfast Lunch Light Lunch Dinner Lounge

GOLF CLUB GRILL ROOM Lunch Clubhouse Bar

PRO SHOP

Everyday

LOCKER ROOMS

Everyday

DRIVING RANGE

Everyday

8:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. Daily

7:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

11:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

2:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.

5:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

10:30 a.m. – 11:00 p.m.

11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.

7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

TIKI BAR

Sunday – Thursday Food Service Bar Friday – Saturday Food Service Bar

11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.

11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.

11:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.

TIKI ENTERTAINMENT January - April

Friday and Saturday

2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Happy Hour Daily

4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Weather permitting

Half price cocktails and house wine by the glass.

7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Dawn – Dusk

BEACH CLUB DINING AND LOUNGE

Lunch Tuesday – Sunday 11:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Dinner 5:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Happy Hour Tuesday & Thursday 4:30p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

SPA TERRE

Monday thru Saturday Sunday

9:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.

9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

FITNESS CENTER 6:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.

LAPLAYA BOUTIQUE

Sunday thru Thursday Friday and Saturday

8:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.

8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.

HOURS OF OPERATION

Club Lounge Happy Hour every Tuesday & Thursday from 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM