LaPlaya Club Newsletter | Oct Nov Dec Vol 91

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VIEW CLUB NEWSLETTER OCTOBER · NOVEMBER · DECEMBER 2017 VOL 91

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laplayaclub.com | 239.254.5000 | 9891 Gulf Shore Drive, Naples, Florida 34108

LETTER FROM SANDY

DEAR MEMBERS Welcome to another fun-filled season kicking off with much anticipation and excitement! We are delighted to welcome all of our wonderful members back to the Club for the 2017 – 2018 Season.

If you think Naples was a sleepy town this past summer, that is not the case. As shared in the NABOR Report, Naples realtors sold more existing homes in July than in January or February, a statistical reality that busts the old myth that home sales stall in the summer. With accolades and rave reviews by the national press touting Naples as the healthiest and happiest city in the United States, the Top Ten Best Cities to Live and Best Beaches, our destination has truly become one of the most desirable in the country.

With that being said, having the privilege to reside in South Florida for over 30 years, I thought it might be interesting to share how Naples acquired its name. So in The View, on page 4, you'll find an article about Naples history that I think you might enjoy.

A multitude of activities and events are planned for season, so just sign up and join in on the fun. From lecture series, off site events, fashion shows, culinary cooking series and so much more. Added activities will be added to the calendar as we move into season.

While you’ve been enjoying your summer travels, the resort has been in transition with renovation, actually making our Naples waterfront paradise even better. Take a minute to click on www.laplayaresort.com / Our Resort / Renovations and read the letter by our Managing Director, Marco Perry, as he shares the vision of what is soon to be our new Gulf Tower spaces including our lobby, Baleen Restaurant and guest rooms.

Over at the Golf Club, two major summer maintenance programs kept the team busy while the Clubhouse underwent interior renovations. The team is awaiting your arrival and excited to share the transformation and also share a packed schedule of events planned just for you.

It is important to our team to preserve member loyalty and exceed your expectations. Please don’t hesitate to contact us if there is anything that we can do to further enhance your experiences here at the Club.

See you soon at LaPlaya!

WELCOME NEW

LAPLAYA CLUB MEMBERS Welcome to your new, fun and exciting club! Thank you for joining the LaPlaya and may you spend many relaxing days basking in the sun, playing your best round of golf, or just take time to chill at the many different venues. More importantly, we hope you create those memories that last a lifetime.

SOCIAL MEMBERS John & Catherine Murphy

The Dunes

Stewart Hall & Karin Branscombe John & Jane Stark

Tiburon Bridgewater Bay

Richard & Dori Carroll

Riverstone

Lyn Paulsin

Island Walk

FULL MEMBERS Sandy Cotter Director of Membership LaPlaya Club Newsletter | Vol 91

Art & Cindy Habighorst

Coquina Sands

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FROM JEFF

MEMBER SURVEY RESULTS The 2016/2017 survey was made available online and we received responses from more than a third of our Membership. Overall, the collective response was very positive; 92 percent indicated they would recommend the club to others, as well as an overwhelming number of members stating the Club exceeded their expectations. While this is most gratifying, additional responses did bring to the surface some areas that can benefit from improvement.

Scores in the Club dining room were once again high in service however many of the comments related to menu variety, consistency of menu and price value. Drink prices have been evaluated and lowered to be more competitive with other local clubs and restaurants, and the always popular Prix Fixe menu returned this past summer and will continue to be offered.

Mindful of expressed health concerns and changing eating habits, our dining menus will be more varied to include smaller portions, lighter portions, gluten free and vegetarian options. Length of service, particularly at lunch will be addressed as well. As a friendly reminder, members at the beach or poolside are welcome in the Club for lunch, the only dress requirements being footwear and cover-ups.

You will see additional changes in the Club dining room from the menus to our service. Reservations will continue to be necessary and we will always do our best to accommodate your requests. While there is not a single seat in the Club that doesn’t have a great view, our most popular reservation time and location is outside at 7 pm. We sincerely request that you remain flexible with reservation times. Everyone will see the sunset, regardless of your table’s location.

One of the biggest noted areas of improvement is accounting. We understand the many frustrations with the new billing system and lack of details with member charges. There is hopefully a light at the end of the tunnel in with the many challenges that we have had. We appreciate everyone’s patience and understanding with this matter.

As for the areas of beach, pool, and Tiki Bar, survey responses were very good; the most addressed concerns were speed of service, consistency of food and variety of menu items. We are currently implementing new guidelines to help us improve in the areas mentioned by Members.

We are hard at work focusing on retuning the “little things” that make LaPlaya such a special place. Several specific items that were mentioned on the survey have already been completed or are currently being addressed. We greatly appreciate the feedback and suggestions, as our goals are for LaPlaya to continue to be one of the best clubs in the area and your preferred destination.

As a reminder, LaPlaya is available to host special events, occasions or business related functions that you may have. Feel free to reach out to Shelley, Eric or myself to see how we may be able to assist in planning your special event.

We hope everyone had an enjoyable summer and look forward to your return!

Jeff Nichols Director of Club Operations

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DID YOU KNOW?

Naples Florida HISTORY Once, the only people to stroll Naples' seven miles of white, sandy beaches, were the Caloosa Indians. The first settlers, Roger Gordon and Joe Wiggins, arrived in Naples in the late 1860's. A river and two inlets still bear their names.

Throughout the 1870's and '80's, magazine and newspaper stories telling of the area's mild climate and abundant fish and game likened it to the sunny Italian peninsula. The name Naples caught on when promoters described the bay as "surpassing the bay in Naples, Italy."

In 1887, a group of wealthy Kentuckians, led by Walter N. Haldeman, owner of the Louisville Courier-Journal, purchased virtually the entire town of Naples. One of the first improvements Haldeman and the Naples Company made was to build a pier 600 feet into the Gulf of Mexico. The unusual "T" shape allowed large ships to dock easily. Despite being destroyed and rebuilt three times, the pier's "T" shape remains.

Naples quickly gained a reputation as a winter resort. Social life revolved around the Naples Hotel, which played host to celebrities such as Rose Cleveland, Thomas Edison, Harvey Firestone, Greta Garbo, Hedy Lamarr, and Gary Cooper. As the town of Naples went up, so did the price of property. The cost of a beachfront lot soon reached $125.

In 1911, Barron G. Collier, who had made his fortune in streetcar advertising, visited nearby Useppa Island. He was so taken with the area that he bought over a million acres of untouched swampland including most of Naples. Collier believed that Florida's west coast could enjoy the same boom that the east coast was experiencing in the 1920's; but first it was necessary to bring in road and railroads.

Based on Collier's promise to help build the Tamiami Trail, in 1923 the state legislature created Collier County, of which Naples is the county seat. Collier spent more than $1 million of his own money to construct the Tamiami Trail, which opened in 1926 as the only paved highway linking the state's two largest cities - Tampa and Miami.

Collier died before he could see his dream come true, but come true it did. Today, Naples enjoys unparalleled prosperity. And the area's unrivaled sport fishing, hunting, boating, sun bathing, and beach combing attract people today just as it did a century ago. *Reprint thanks to Dining and Doing Guide.

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2017-2018

BEACH CALENDAR OCTOBER Tuesday Saturday

10/17/17 10/28/17

5:30 - 7:30 pm 11:00 am - 1:00 pm

"Oktoberfest" Member Reception Spooky & Kooky Halloween Cookie Decorating

Beach Club Beach Club

5:30 - 9:00 pm 1:00 - 3:00 pm 5:30 - 7:30 pm 3:00 - 7:00 pm

Prime Rib Buffet Culinary Series-Thanksgiving Inspiration "Autumn Harvest" Member Reception Thanksgiving Dinner

Beach Club Beach Club Beach Club Beach Club

5:30 - 7:30 pm 11:00 am - 1:00 pm 10:30 am - 2:30 pm 3:00 - 7:00 pm 5:30 - 9:00 pm

"Jingle & Mingle" Member Reception Holiday Kid's Cookie Decorating Christmas Eve Brunch Christmas Day Dinner New Years Eve Dinner & Entertainment

Beach Club Beach Club Beach Club Beach Club

Monday 5:30 - 7:30 pm 10:00 - 11:00 am 5:30 - 9:00 pm 7:30-9:00 pm 1:00 - 3:00 pm

Closed "Anchors Away" Member Reception Lecture Series - Randall Kenneth Jones - Celebrity Professional Storyteller For the Love of Pasta! (Italian Buffet) "Elton John" Night with Martin Ross Culinary Series- Raw Revolution

NOVEMBER Tuesday Wednesday Tuesday Thursday

11/7/17 11/8/17 11/14/17 11/23/17

DECEMBER Tuesday Sunday Sunday Monday Sunday

12/12/17 12/17/17 12/24/17 12/25/17 12/31/17

JANUARY Monday Sunday Wednesday Sunday Tuesday Wednesday

1/1/18 1/14/18 1/18/18 1/21/18 1/23/18 1/24/18

Beach Club Beach Club Beach Club Beach Club Beach Club Lounge Beach Club

F E B R U A R Y Sunday Wednesday Wednesday Tuesday Wednesday

2/11/18 2/7/18 2/21/18 2/27/18 2/28/18

5:30 - 7:30 pm 2:00 - 4:00 pm 1:00 - 3:00 pm 7:30 - 9:00 pm 11:30 am - 2:00 pm

Mardi GrasMember Reception Naples Wine Collections Taste & Paint Culinary Series - Salads in a Snap "Broadway" Night with Martin Ross Lunch & Fashion Show By Marilyn's on Fifth Ave.

Beach Club Naples Wine Collection Beach Club Beach Club Lounge Beach Club

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OCEAN KEY Ocean Key Resort & Spa, Key West's top luxury resort, has the unique distinction of being able to claim Zero Duval Street as its location. Overlooking the Gulf of Mexico and the Sunset Pier with its famous daily Sunset Celebration; our Key West resort is home to the highly acclaimed Hot Tin Roof restaurant and the world class SpaTerre. The iconic Sunset Pier sits atop turquoise water and offers lively entertainment, stunning views and festive fare.

V I S I T O C E A N K E Y.C O M

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EDGEWATER Resting atop Pier 67 on Seattle’s sparking Elliott Bay, the four story 223-room Edgewater is Seattle’s original waterfront hotel.

Originally built for the 1962 World’s Fair, The Edgewater Hotel remains as Seattle’s only waterfront hotel and has become a beloved local landmark.

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PACKAGE INCLUDES

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Your choice

Lodge Breakfast For Two or Complimentary Valet Parking ($50 value)

Promo Code: More4Less

VISIT EDGEWATERHOTEL.COM

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BANYAN CAY Golf Course Opens November 10 West Palm Beach, Florida

THE PLACE TO BE Banyan Cay Resort & Golf has reinvented the traditional idea of the golf club to become a favorite of those in the know. The Club features a Jack Nicklaus Signature Course with extensive elevation, allowing for gently moving fairways, sod-wall bunkers and various water features inspired by the finest courses in the world.

Following the guidance of golf legend Jack Nicklaus, the Banyan Cay Course is a golfer's dream with every fairway inspected by Jack himself.

Social events, golf tournaments and gatherings in the West Indiesinspired clubhouse will highlight the element of fun, with a relaxed dress code and family-friendly events offered weekly. The only tradition here will be to relax and enjoy this next-generation, nontraditional golf club.Extraordinary? Absolutely! Stuffy? Never.

V I S I T BA N YA N C AY R E S O RT.CO M

ESCAPE TO

LAPLAYA 15% - 25% � Sunday -Thursday 10% - 15% � Friday – Saturday At the LaPlaya Resort, preferred pricing discounts apply, 15% 25% Sunday -Thursday, 10% - 15% Friday – Saturday on all guest rooms excluding Lanai’s and Suites. Lanai and Suites are 10% off daily, all are based on availability.

Members also receive preferred pricing and complimentary room upgrades at other participating Noble House resorts, subject to availability. Preferred pricing is applicable to a member's immediate family and extended family only when charges are applied to the member's account.

Corporate and convention rates are available for members hosting conferences.

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HELPFUL

DINING ROOM INFORMATION Reservations

Reservations are requested in the Club Dining Room by calling 239254-5008 for dinner and appreciated for lunch for proper staffing.

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. If you would like to make several reservations please call during the day to 239-254-5008.

“Member Only” Receptions

From October thru April, Members Only are invited to join us for the Member Receptions as we enjoy a mix and mingle atmosphere, while taking pleasure in half-price cocktails, complimentary hors d’oeuvres, and live entertainment..

Seating Times

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 be served in a timely manner.

TIKI BAR

NFL Package is Returning Due to popular demand, the NFL Package will be returning to the LaPlaya Tiki Bar! Join us for cocktails and lunch while cheering on your favorite NFL team! The NFL Package will make its debut upon completion of the resort renovations.

Large Parties

Parties greater than 10 will be seated at separate tables. Members wishing to have a private party greater than 16 will enjoy a select set menu and be seated for dinner at 5:30 or 8 p.m. 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.

Holiday Policies • • •

Beach Club Private Dining

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All food and beverage is subject to a 20% service charge and 6% sales tax.

All Club events and holidays require reservations and can be made by calling 239.254.5008.

For Holiday Reservations, cancellations will be accepted up to 72 hours in advance or your club account will be charged the advertised cost of the event per person.

Holiday Reservations taken up to 90 days in advance.

HOLIDAY HOURS

Thanksgiving Day Christmas Eve

3:00-7:00pm 10:30 - 2:30pm

Christmas Day Dinner

3:00-7:00pm

New Year’s Eve

5:30-9:00pm

Valentine’s Day

5:30-9:00pm

Easter

11:00am-3:00pm

Mother’s Day

10:30am-2:30pm

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AW E WAT E R S P O RTS

FUN FOR THE FALL If watersports is your thrill, AWE has jetskis, paddleboards, kayaks, parasailing, all right here at LaPlaya.

Escape the ordinary and join in on one of the many adventures from AWE, or let them customize a program to fit your needs. Below are three highlighted adventures!

Wave Runner Tours

NOTES FROM KAREN

EMAIL BLAST I occasionally receive phone calls from members stating they do not get the LaPlaya Weekly email blast. This is an easy fix! Since I send the email blast out to hundreds of email addresses, my email address tends to get dumped into your spam folder. Quick fix is to simply add my email address knardella@laplayaclub.com to your safe sender list (contacts) and you should start to receive them!

Another reason for your not receiving our weekly email blast is that we could have an incorrect email address.

To see if your email address is incorrect or you need to update your email address, just go to the club website www.laplayaclub.com and logon and on the private side, go to My Club, My Profile and update your personal information.

Be sure to save us on your favorites! The Club website has all the information you are looking for…. from guest card request forms to the latest menus available in the Club dining room.

Whether you are a beginner or experienced rider, eco trained guides travel with you on a two-hour unforgettable tour where sometimes you can enjoy a close up experience with playful dolphins, manatees and many bird species while cruising past the homes and condos on the Estero Bay. On the return, if the gulf waters are flat and calm, you can fulfill your “need for speed” or just cruise along the picturesque coast.

Family Fun Day

Enjoy your own Private Captained Cruise! Whether you would like fishing, shelling, dolphin watching, or dine at the Bays edge, your captain will customize to meet your needs! Also available are passenger vessels that can hosts 6, 36, 49, 69 guests, and can be boarded from the LaPlaya boat docks or the AWE Marina.

Fishing

Our professional crew has the experience and knowledge that every client is looking for in a captain. If you would like to fish individually or with a group, All Water Excursions can customize a Fishing Package for a fun or serious fishing tournament with multiple 4 passengers or one large vessel. Backwater, Offshore, and Near Coastal vessels are available.

AWE provides all activities on the water and look forward to having you on board! Call (239) 594-0213.

Trudy Stemen Vice President, AWE

Easy access to Online Statement Information

Although we have mentioned this before, we like our member’s to know that for their convenience, your statement is now posted online. You can view your member monthly statement online at www.laplayaclub. com, view receipts and even sign up for bill pay and it’s easy! At the end of each month an email is sent to your email address with a notice to let you know that your statement is ready!

Log on to the Laplaya Club website as you normally do and put your cursor over “My Club”. You will have five options present themselves, of which one is “My Statement”; simply click on this and your charges will appear.

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NEW FOR FALL

Targeted Tone & Tighten Body Wraps

Tightening and toning are the pillars of this new treatment. A powerful blend of salts, minerals and seaweeds work together to target cellulite and poor skin tone on hips, thighs, abdomen and backs of arms.

Independent Clinical Trial Self Assessment*

Nigari salt deeply cleanses, followed by a targeted sculpting massage to kick-start the micro-circulation, promoting a smoother silhouette and invigorating the entire body. A cooling rubberized mask, rich in superdetoxing caffeine and green clay is applied to problem areas, whilst clinically proven Red Algae redefines areas prone to sagging. The result is a targeted body airbrush and skin that looks and feels intensely toned and refreshed.

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Targets

Infrared Saunas use infrared light to safely heat the body without the risk of fire & burns presented by a traditional sauna heating element. An infrared sauna produces the same infrared heat produced by the sun.

The radiant heat from an infrared sauna surrounds you and penetrates deeply into your joints, muscles and tissues increasing oxygen flow and circulation. Using a Sauna helps to remove impurities from your cells, specifically the cells inside our fat where our body stores waste and harmful toxins such as cholesterol and heavy metals. When used properly, an infrared sauna will help improve your overall wellness.

Infrared heat is all around us and you have felt it from sources like fire, heated sand on the beach and the sun (without the harmful ultraviolet waves that the sun gives off). Just as visible light has a range of wavelengths (running from red to violet), so does infrared light: longer wavelength infrared waves are thermal, while short or near infrared waves are not hot at all, in fact, you cannot even feel them. It is the far infrared energy that is most beneficial, penetrating the skin and increasing circulation to help rid the body of harmful toxins. Near and mid infrared enhance the benefits of far infrared.

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Slackness and sagging Uneven skin tone Build up of cellulite Sluggish circulation

Benefits • • • • • • • • • •

Tightens and tones Improves tone and texture of skin Deep cleanses Kick-starts micro-circulation Promotes smooth silhouette Invigorates the body Aids elimination of toxins Cleanses the digestive system Deeply detoxifying and decongesting Increases blood and lymphatic circulation

Visible Results Independent Clinical Trials

Clinically proven to reduce the appearance of cellulite by 59% after just one treatment*. Professional treatment performed on 20 women with clinically assessed cellulite on thigh areas.

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80% agreed the treatment visibly reduced signs of cellulite** 100% agreed the treatment left their body feeling smoother, tighter and more toned** 95% agreed the treatment improved the texture of their skin** 90% agreed the treatment left skin firmer**

Infrared Sauna arrives at SpaTerre

This fall, the spa will be introducing Infrared Sauna services. Guests and Members can enhance any treatment with a pre or post sauna and cleansing shower.

Nate Steere Director of Spa Fitness

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Thanksgiving Events KID’S CAMP

Friday 11/24 | Saturday 11/25 | Sunday 11/26 We encourage our members to sign up for Kid’s camps 24 hours in advance. Daily activities will depend on the number and age group of campers. Activities include beach & pool games, paddle boarding, scavenger hunts, crafts, relay races, and more.

NOVEMBER 25 Movie Night | 7PM @ the North Pool *Time and location subject to change

Holiday Events KID’S CAMP 12pm-3pm $30 per child

$50 for two kids, $20 each for groups of three or more

December 23, 24, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31 & January 1 We encourage our members to sign up for Kid’s camps 24 hours in advance. Daily activities will depend on the number and age group of campers. Activities include beach & pool games, paddle boarding, scavenger hunts, crafts, relay races, and more.

DECEMBER 23 Movie Night | The Polar Express 7pm @ the North Pool

H O L I DAY

$30 per child

$50 for two kids, $20 each for groups of three or more.

EVEN TS

12pm-3pm

DECEMBER 24 Santa in a Cabana | 12pm-3pm Santa’s Workshop | 10am – 12pm Christmas Crafts

K I D S

*Time and location subject to change

DECEMBER 20-24 Spot the Elf on the Shelf

A Holiday Tradition! Can you Spot the Elf on the Shelf?

Chair Reservation Black Out Dates: Thanksgiving 11/22-11/26 | Christmas/New Years 12/21-1/4 | President’s Day 2/16-2/20 11

PRIME RIB NIGHT

Tuesday, November 7 | 5:30 – 9:00pm $42 per person + tax and gratuity

Classic Caesar Salad

Parmesan Cheese, Croutons

Bistro Salad

Baby Green and Frisse Lettuce, Bleu Cheese Crumble, Red Onion, Sundried Tomato, Chopped Bacon, Balsamic Vinaigrette

MEMBER HOLIDAY & SPECIAL EVENTS

C A RV I N G S TAT I O N Prime Rib

Natural au jus

CHAFFERED ITEMS Rosemary Roasted Chicken Mushrooms Risotto Cake Haricot Vert

Sherry Wine Cream Sauce

Roasted Salmon

Sautéed Baby Spinach, Romanesco Sauce

Grilled Asparagus Baked Potatoes

Sour Cream, Butter, Bacon, Cheddar Cheese

DESSERTS Banana Bread Pudding Cookies Brownies Assorted Mini Desserts

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APPETIZERS Display of Tropical Fruits & Berries Domestic & Imported Cheese Display Assorted Crackers, Flatbreads & Lavosh C H I L L E D S E A FO O D D I S P L AY Citrus Poached Shrimp Cocktail Sauce, Cold Water Oysters

Lemon & Champagne Mignonette, Crab Claws, Mustard Aioli

Salmon Platter

Capers, Onions, Seaweed Salad, Egg, Sweet Chili Sauce, Teriyaki Sauce Bagel Crisp

SALADS Apple & Red Quinoa Salad

Baby Green, Toasted Pecan, Honey Cider Vinaigrette

Spinach Salad

Roasted Beet, Red Onion, Goat Cheese, Blood Orange Vinaigrette

Brussels Sprout & Butternut Squash Salad Dried Cranberry, Agave-Dijon Vinaigrette

Caesar Salad

Ginger Caesar Dressing, Wonton Strips

CHAFFERED ITEMS Chive Mashed Potatoes Roasted Sweet Potatoes

THANKS GIVING DAY DIN NER Thursday ,

$68 per

Novemb er 23 | 3 :00 – 7:0 person | 0pm $19.95 C hildren a ges 5 to Plus tax a 12 nd gra tuity

Crunchy Pecan Cornflakes

Green Bean Casserole

Mushroom Cream Sauce, Crispy Fried Onions

Honey & Dill Carrots Raisin & Apple Stuffing Dark Meat Turkey Natural Gravy

Pan Seared Black Grouper

Potato Cake, Charred Leek, Oyster-Mushroom Vinaigrette

Bourbon Chicken Roasted Vegetable

C H E F AT T E N D E D S TAT I O N S Carved Tom Turkey Natural Gravy

Roasted New York Strip Demi Glaze

DESSERT Chef Assorted Pies, Sugar Cookies, Carrot Cake, Pear Cranberry Crostata, Toffee Pudding Cake, Chocolate Harvest Cake

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HOLIDAY COOKIE DECORATING S U N DAY, D E C E M B E R 1 7 Cookie Decorating | 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Brunch | 10:30 am - 2:30 pm

CHRISTMAS EVE BRUNCH

Sunday, December 24 | 10:30am - 2:30pm $36 per person | $19.95 Children ages 5 to 12 Plus tax and gratuity Regular lunch menu will not be available

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FIRST COURSE SELECTIONS Classic Caesar Salad

Crisp Romaine, Parmesan Cheese, Croutons

Kale & Apple Salad

Chopped Radicchio, Romaine, Kale, Granny Smith Apple, Pancetta, Toasted Pecan, Maple-Champagne Vinaigrette

Paella Arancini

Arborio Rice, Bell Peppers, Peas, Shrimp, Clams, Lobsters, Mozzarella, Saffron aioli

Roasted Tomato Soup

Chilled Blackened Shrimp, Baby Spinach, Shaved Parmesan Cheese

Butternut Crostini

Sage-Ricotta Hazelnut Mousse

CHRISTMA S DAY DINNER

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ENTRÉE SELECTIONS Grilled 8 oz Filet of Beef / 60

Potato Galette, Sautéed Asparagus, Baby Carrot, Tomato Jam, Demi Glaze

Roasted Lamb Chop / 64

Acorn Squash-Chick Pea Hash, Charred Cipollini, Red Wine Reduction

Oven Roasted Chicken Breast / 52

Plum and Caramelized Onion Couscous, Wilted Spinach with Nutmeg Butter, Sherry Cream Sauce

Pan Seared Sea Bass / 62

Fennel Croquettes, Rainbow Swiss Chard, Pernod Veloute

DESSERT SELECTIONS Dark Chocolate Peppermint Roll Chocolate Sauce

Raspberry Cheesecake

Raspberry Sauce, Whipped Cream

Apple Crumb Cake Guajillo Ice Cream

Brandy-Mascarpone Cake

Winter Fruit in Spiced Wine Syrup

*Up to 12 years Children's Menu available.

Plus tax and gratuity

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Oktoberfest Tuesday, October 17 | 5:30pm

Come join us in kicking off the start of a fun-filled season ahead!

Mingle with your fellow members and enjoy a lavish buffet and half-priced drinks. Seating is first-come, first-serve, doors open at 5:30pm.

Member Receptions 5:30 – 7:30pm

Live entertainment, half-priced drinks and complimentary hors d’oeuvres! *Members Only

CULINARY SERIES THANKSGIVING INSPIRATION

November 8 | 1 - 3pm

$25++ per person *Members may bring one guest Join Chef Alfredo as he guides you through the perfect Thanksgiving meal for your family or friends.

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MEMBER RECEPTION

Autumn Harvest Tuesday, November 14 | 5:30pm

Although we may not get to see fall foliage here in SWFL, we have breathtaking sunsets! Join us for an Autumn spread, halfpriced drinks and great music by Martin Ross.

Seating is first-come, first-serve, doors open at 5:30pm.

Featuring

“Apple Cider Mimosa” light, crisp and gluten free!

MEMBER RECEPTION

Jingle & Mingle Tuesday, December 12 | 5:30 - 7:30pm

Come eat, drink and be merry with us as we gather around (or sit back and listen) as Martin leads us in our favorite Christmas carols!

Seating is first-come, first-serve, doors open at 5:30pm.

Featuring

A “Santa Claus-Mopolitan” Santa Claus is coming to town...

He knows if you've been bad or good...

So be good for goodness sake.

New Year’s Eve LIMITED A LA CARTE DINING

*Special Prix Fixe Menu Sunday, December 31 | 5:30 – 9:00pm

Regular Dinner Seating There will be no better place to celebrate bringing in the New Year than in the Club!

Music Featuring the Martin Ross Trio Happy New Year!

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BEACH CLUB POLICIES L A P L AYA G O L F C LU B

NEW MEMBER “GREAT REWARDS” REFERRAL PROGRAM For more information or to submit your Referral, Call Michelle at 239-254-5019 or email mbuist@laplayaclub.com

F U L L & G O L F O N LY M E M B E R S Refer a member to join LaPlaya as a Non-refundable Full Or a Non-refundable Golf Only Member Upon their joining LaPlaya, you will receive 50% off 2017/2018 Dues (Golf Only Members save over $4,400) (Full Members save over $5,800) Your second referral to join will earn you 100% off 2017/2018 Dues (Or split it between two consecutive years at 50% off each year)

BEACH & SOCIAL GOLF MEMBERS Refer a member to join LaPlaya as a Non-refundable Full or Non-refundable Golf Only Member Upon their joining LaPlaya, you will receive Full Golf Privileges for One Year

For the convenience of all our members and guests and to protect the exclusivity of the Club, these policies are in effect thru April 30, 2018.

Two Car Maximum • • • • •

Two cars per membership are permitted.

Should a member bring a third car, a $50 charge is applied to the member account.

This does not apply to Members coming for lunch or dinner in the Private Dining Club.

Members, family and friends should always park with Club Valet.

Members and guests are required to register with the Club Greeter. Guests of members are not allowed to park at Resort Valet.

Pre-registered Immediate & Extended Family

If you have unaccompanied family which include your children, grandchildren, parents or grandparents, please complete the regular Family Guest Pass Form at least three or more days in advance.

These forms can be found online or call directly 239-254-5008.

Other Guests Charges

*Not included above • Members are allowed to register 6 guests maximum per day, other than family members mentioned above.

• 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.

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

Guests arriving at the Beach Club • •

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 Club Valet area.

If members have guests joining them at the Beach Club, please meet them at the gate or have them arrive with you.

Members Must Be On Property With Guests

When on property, guests (without a guest card) must be accompanied by the club member at all times. Please do not drop guests off or leave them on the premises unaccompanied.

Greeter Gate System

We thank our members for their patience in presenting their Membership ID Cards. This system allows the greeter to swipe your card or Guest Card, and “check” you into the club, enabling us to track member usage and protecting the Club’s exclusivity. If you do not have a Member picture identification card, please contact the Club Administration office at 239-254-5000 to set up a time to take a quick headshot to receive your Membership Card.

NEW GOLFING MEMBERS Join now and receive $5,000 off!

Non-Refundable Golf Only Memberships Currently $35,000.

The next 5 new members joining receive $5000 off their initiation fee.

Non-Refundable Beach & Full Golf Memberships are $60,000.

Members who join now in either category will have their dues waived until November 1, 2017. *Offer Expires October 31, 2017 Referral must join by this date to reap rewards!

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B E AC H C H A I R R E S E RVAT I O N S You can make beach chair reservations three ways: 1.

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Online: www.laplayaclub.com and click on the Calendar Call for reservations: 597-3123 Ext. 5119 Beach Concession Or just arrive and walk up to the Beach Concession.

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Reservations are accepted up to 72 hours prior to your requested day.

Reservations are to be made before 6 p.m. on the day prior your arrival.

If no one answers your phone call, staff is assisting other members/guests, so please leave a message.

Chairs are set up between 9 and 11 a.m. Reservations are released as of 11:15 a.m.

After 11 a.m. chairs are set up on a walk-up basis.

Same day reservations are not accepted from now through April.

If you do not call ahead, please be patient as the team may be accommodating other members.

Front row or specific location seating cannot be guaranteed.

All front row seating is limited to eight chairs. More than eight chairs will be set up in the second row.

Setup at both the beach and the pool simultaneously are not allowed, except with a cabana rental.

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C LU B G R AT U I T Y E T I Q U E T T E Several members have inquired about gratuity etiquette” at the Club.

Although gratuities are something given voluntarily and is at your discretion, we appreciate that our members would like to know the proper club protocol.

A 20% gratuity is added to all food and beverage sales, throughout the Club/Resort, including Tiki Bar, pool and beach service, Private Dining Club, Golf Grill Room and SpaTerre. A member may adjust the gratuity percentage by signing the ticket and changing the amount of the gratuity as the member deems appropriate. The exception is in Baleen, gratuity is not included on your guest check as it is considered a public restaurant.

If you experience exemplary service and feel obliged to do so, please feel free to add and additional gratuity to the check in lieu of cash tipping.

Employees that may accept cash gratuities include: • • • • •

Beach and Pool Attendants that set you up at the beach, pool and the cabanas.

Club Valet parking Resort Concierge for services rendered Golf Bag Room Attendants for handling your golf bags.

Golf Club Locker Room Attendants that take care of member’s locker room area and shine shoes

If you have immediate and extended family utilizing the club, please share this information so they are informed on club gratuity etiquette.

CLUB DINING Club Dress More Relaxed

“Club casual” dress in the Club has become more relaxed! In response to input from members, 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.

Ladies: Blouses, knee length shorts, dresses or slacks, and sandals permitted for lunch and dinner.

For dinner, cargo shorts, cutoffs or short shorts are not permitted.

Distressed Denim, sports caps, tee-shirts and flip-flops are not permitted at any time in the dining or lounge areas of the Beach Club after 5pm.

F R E Q U E N T LY C A L L E D N U M B E R S 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 / Golf Shop 239.254.5001 Pool Hut 239.597.3123 ext 5950 SpaTerre 239.598.5117 Tiki Bar 239.597.3123 ext 5815

MEMBER PRICING Don’t forget Member Preferred Pricing

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To receive your preferred pricing in the outlets, your Membership ID card must be presented at the time of service.

Members receive the following preferred pricing in the resort facilities: ҊҊ Tiki Bar - 20% on food and beverage ҊҊ Baleen Restaurant - 20% on food and beverage ҊҊ Spa Terre - 20% on services and retail merchandise/ 25% on services Monday and Tuesday ҊҊ LaPlaya Boutique - 10% off retail merchandise ҊҊ Water sports concession – 10% on equipment rentals

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FALL 2017

WE'RE 'PRIMED' & READY TO GO Welcome back Members! It's been a long hot and very productive summer for your LaPlaya G.C. Team. We are completing work on the clubhouse refresh, and then turning to finish the Members 'retreat' the former Leadbetter Academy building next to the newly installed, re-grassed short game practice area. This new practice area allows for more capacity for game improvement, & instructional opportunities now at both ends of the practice facility.

On the golf course, hole no.7 now has a new 'alternate' tee providing a dog leg left now instead of dog leg right, and a 'wee' bit shorter (yardage) too! Hole 12, best short hole in Naples, now has a lot of changes to the look and feel of the hole. From the newly installed cart path, significantly more turf, taking away much of the shell cart path for better long term drainage of both 12 and especially hole 11. Turf conditions for the entire course are looking excellent as we await the majority of our members return. Ben, Laurel, Nick & Dick will once again welcome back Hunter in the golf shop for another high season and Terry & Thomas outside to conduct & lead cart barn team duties.

Off the golf course Jo & Chef Cheryl have been working hard in planning & creating food & beverage events to complement the newly redecorated interiors. Michelle & Sandy are offering a spectacular promotion to existing members dues whom refer a new member. Please call, email or text to find out more!

Speaking of text; we will begin a new texting service this season that will provide members up to the minute updates to their cell (smart) phones for all events happening around the golf club campus.

2017 is a prime number and your team is 'primed' for another memorable season ahead.

Yours Aye! Alan Findlay Golf Club General Manager

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2017-2018

GOLF CALENDAR O C T O B E R 2 0 1 7 Friday Friday

10/20/17 10/27/17

4:00 pm SG 1:00 pm SG

9 & Dine Ocktoberfest Winged Foot Foundation

Golf Course Golf Course

N O V E M B E R 2 0 1 7 Saturday Sunday Sunday Wednesday Thursday Sunday Wednesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Sunday Thursday Thursday Sunday Wednesday Thursday

11/4/17 8:30 am SG 11/5/17 11/5/17 10:30 am - 2:00 pm 11/8/17 - 11/9/17 8:30 am & 9:15 am 11/12/17 10:30 am - 2:00 pm 11/15/17 - 11/15/17 4:00 pm 11/16/17 8:30 am & 9:15 am 11/17/17 3:00 pm 11/19/17 10:30 am - 2:00 pm 11/23/17 8:30 am SG 11/23/17 12:00 pm -3:00 pm 11/26/17 10:30 am - 2:00 pm 11/29/17 - 11/30/17 8:30 am & 9:15 am

Wounded Warrior Daylight Savings - Clocks Back Omelet & Waffle Station Men's Day Ladies' Day Omelet & Waffle Station Men's Day Clubhouse Closes Early Ladies' "Bring a Friend" Day Nine & Dine Omelet & Waffle Station Thanksgiving Day Shotgun - course closed after Thanksgiving Day Buffet Omelet & Waffle Station Men's Day Ladies' Day

Golf Course USA Grille Room Golf Course Golf Course Grille Room Golf Course Golf Course Golf Course Golf Course Grille Room Golf Course Grille Room Grille Room Golf Course Golf Course

D E C E M B E R 2 0 1 7 Sunday Wednesday Thursday Sunday Wednesday Thursday Friday Sunday Sunday Sunday Monday Sunday

12/3/17 10:30 am - 2:00 pm 12/6/17 12/7/17 8:30 am & 9:15 am 12/10/17 10:30 am - 2:00 pm 12/13/17 - 12/14/17 8:30 am & 9:15 am 12/15/17 3:00 pm SG 12/17/17 10:30 am - 2:00 pm 12/24/17 8:30 am SG 12/24/17 All Day 12/25/17 All Day 12/31/17 10:30 am - 2:00 pm

Omelet & Waffle Station Men's Day Ladies' Day Omelet & Waffle Station Men's Day Ladies' Day Holiday 9 & Dine Omelet & Waffle Station Shotgun - Course Closed After Clubhouse Closed & No Bev Cart Course and Clubhouse Closed NYE Mini-Brunch & Bloody Mary Bar

Grille Room Golf Course Golf Course Grille Room Golf Course Golf Course Golf Course Grille Room Golf Course Grille Room Golf Course Grille Room

Men's Opening Day Ladies' Opening Day Omelet & Waffle Station Monday Night Carvery Men's Day Ladies' Day Opening Day Cocktail & Pairings Party Opening Day Mixed Scramble & Lunch Omelet & Waffle Station Men's Day Ladies' Day Dozen & Dinner Omelet & Waffle Station Monday Night - Taste of Italy Men's Day Ladies' Day Omelet & Waffle Station Chili Cook-Off & BBQ Men's Day

Golf Course Golf Course Grille Room Grille Room Golf Course Golf Course Grille Room Golf Course Grille Room Golf Course Golf Course Golf Course Grille Room Grille Room Golf Course Golf Course Grille Room Veranda Golf Course

J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 8 Wednesday Thursday Sunday Monday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday Wednesday Thursday Friday Sunday Monday Wednesday Thursday Sunday Tuesday Wednesday

1/3/18 1/4/18 1/7/18 1/8/18 1/10/18 1/11/18 1/12/18 1/13/18 1/14/18 1/17/18 1/18/18 1/19/18 1/21/18 1/22/18 1/24/18 1/25/18 1/28/18 1/30/18 1/31/18

- 8:30 am & 9:15 am 10:30 am - 2:00 pm 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm - 8:30 am & 9:15 am 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm 8:30 am SG 10:30 am - 2:00 pm - 8:30 am & 9:15 am 3:00 pm SG 10:30 am - 2:00 pm 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm - 8:30 am & 9:15 am 10:30 am - 2:00 pm 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm -

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LETTER FROM BEN

DEAR MEMBERS, As the summer starts to wind down, I hope everyone has had a safe and healthy break from Naples. The early part of the summer was very wet but as you arrive in Naples to ready for the upcoming season, I think you will find the golf course in nice shape and a lot of familiar faces amongst the team members. The event schedule is rounding into shape and the golf dates to save on your calendar are: • • • • • • • • •

Friday, October 20-Nine and Dine Twilight Golf-4 PM Shotgun Start with an Ocktoberfest theme Wednesday, November 8-First Men’s Day-8:30 AM Shotgun Thursday, November 9-First Ladies Day-9 Holer’s-9:15 AM Shotgun and 18 Holer’s-8:30 AM Shotgun Thursday, November 16-Ladies Bring a Friend Day-8:30 AM Shotgun with Lunch after Friday, November 17-Nine and Dine Twilight Golf-3 PM Shotgun Start with dinner after play Thursday, November 23-Thanksgiving Day 8:30 AM Shotgun with course closes at completion of play Friday, December 15-Nine and Dine Holiday Twilight Golf-3 PM Shotgun with dinner after play Sunday, December 24-Shotgun start at 8:30 AM with course closing at completion of play Monday, December 25-All Facilities Closed

During the holiday weeks for Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years, Ladies' Day and Men’s Day will not be held to allow for your family members and that are visiting to play before heading back to the winter wonderland.

With the North End of the Practice Facility being converted to a short game practice area, there will be ample opportunity to work on shorter shots allowing for better scores. You will be able to practice shots from the edge of the green up to 100 yards. Please take advantage of this to the fullest to help with your enjoyment of the game.

We look forward to your return and a lot of fun on the links.

Respectfully, Ben Bryant, PGA Director of Golf

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L A U R E L' S C O R N E R

GOLF TIP

L E T T E R F RO M PAT R I C K

SUMMER MONTHS The Laplaya Golf Maintenance team had a busy summer.

The summer months this year were marked by rainfall totals that far exceeded our historical averages. During the months of the June/ July the golf course received a total of 36� of rain. Our historical average for the same time period is 16�. However, in spite of the wet weather, we were still able to complete our full slate of summer cultural practices to the course which included multiple aerifications to all greens, collars, tees and fairways.

Proper Balance is key to a consistent golf swing. Good balance starts with the setup. Feel your weight on the middle (or balls) of your feet. You want to maintain your balance throughout the swing.

I see a lot of players start to stand up a little , coming out of their posture as they get to their backswing. Much of this can be caused by a tight lower back and or tight hamstrings. You will improve your swing just by stretching on a daily basis. Make it a priority to improve your flexibility! The more you do it, the easier it will get, and the better you will feel! I also see many players stand up and get back on their heels as they are starting their downswing. This pulls the club up and away from the ball at impact usually with an open clubface resulting in a thin shot to the right ( to the left if you are left handed). Practice teeing a ball up and swinging with 60 % effort being mindful of staying in your posture (or feeling the weight in the middle of you feet) throughout your swing. Make sure you are moving through the ball and finishing on your left side (right side for lefties). It is easy to be thinking so much of posture that we don't move THROUGH the ball. Be patient with your progress. And always have kind and positive words for yourself. You get what you think about whether you want it or not.

Laurel Kean LPGA Professional

In addition, there are a number of improvements that were also made to the course during the summer months.

On hole #7, four alternate tee boxes were added to the left of the existing tees. On hole #12, we mitigated the majority of the soft path that was on the left side of the hole by adding nearly 12,000 sq. ft. of new turf. Lastly, a short game practice facility was added the north end of the driving range. We will now have 7 targets in varying distances ranging from 30 to 100 yards as well a chipping area dedicated to perfecting shorter shots.

All of these improvements will set us up to have a fantastic winter season this year. See you on the course!

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BEACH CLUB DINING & LOUNGE Lunch Tuesday – Saturday 11:30am - 3:00pm Dinner Tuesday – Saturday 5:30pm - 9:00pm Happy Hour Tuesday – Thursday 4:30pm - 6:00pm ***Closed Monday ***Sunday Brunch Starts November 19 10:30am - 2:30pm BEACH CLUB VALET Tuesday – Sunday Monday BALEEN NAPLES Breakfast Lunch Light Lunch Dinner ***Starting November - Dinner Bar Baleen Lounge Bar Food Service

8:00am – 10:00pm 8:00am – 5:00pm

7:00am – 11:30am 11:30am – 2:30pm 2:30pm – 5:00pm 5:30pm – 10:00pm 5:00pm – 10:00pm 11:00am – 12:00am 11:30am -11:00pm

GOLF CLUB GRILL ROOM Lunch Small Bites Bar

11:00am – 4:00pm 11:00am - 6:00pm 11:00am – 7:00pm

***Starting November 5 Sunday Omelet & Waffle Station

10:30am – 2:00pm

PRO SHOP Monday – Sunday

7:00am – 6:00pm

LOCKER ROOMS Monday – Sunday

7:00am – 6:00pm

DRIVING RANGE & SHORT GAME AREA Monday – Sunday 7:30am – 6:00pm RESORT CONCIERGE Daily

8:00am – 9:00pm

TIKI BAR Food Service

Sunday – Thursday Friday & Saturday

11:00am – 6:00pm 11:00am – 7:00pm

Bar

Sunday – Thursday Friday & Saturday

11:00am – 7:00pm 11:00am – 8:00pm

TIKI HAPPY HOUR Happy Hour Daily Half price cocktails and house wine by the glass S PAT E R R E Monday – Saturday Sunday FITNESS CENTER Daily L A P L AYA B O U T I Q U E Daily

4:00pm – 6:00pm

9:00am – 7:00pm 9:00am – 5:00pm

6:00am - 10:00pm

8:00am – 6:00pm