LaPlaya Beach & Golf Club Newsletter

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VIEW CLUB NEWSLET TER OC TOBER · NOVEMBER · DECEMBER 2018

L A PL AYACLUB .COM | 239. 25 4 . 50 0 0 | N A PLE S , FL

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a letter from sandy

Dear LaPlaya Club Members, WELCOME TO A NEW SEASON of vibrant gatherings, days and nights to remember and exciting occasions. As we begin the new Club season, one of our most important initiatives is to provide an exceptional social setting at the Club along with a creative mix of activities for our members to enjoy with friends and family.

After a summer of planning, preparation and reconstruction, the LaPlaya Private Dining Club and Lounge re-opens October 3rd. We’re excited to re-launch the Club with a newly transformed design and a vibrant warm color palette. Extensive work was spent renovating the Private Club, even the vintage Cuban tile has disappeared. You’re going to love the new soft contemporary surroundings.

From SpaTerre, look for details on Member specials and information on new spa packages and exclusive Member events. Kick off the holidays 2

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at SpaTerre on Black Friday, the first unofficial shopping day of the season.

This year the Club will offer an exciting calendar to help you plan your season including fun-themed parties, guest speakers, along with the return of the Culinary Cooking Series.

This season we have some wonderful off-site private member events that should not be missed. A private afternoon at the REVS Institute – the Collier Car Collection, Naples Botanical Garden tour, Marissa Collections, and Nordstrom to name a few.

Poolside at the Tiki, enjoy music every Saturday and Sunday afternoon.

Be sure to check the Calendar section and make your reservations early for events as we book up early.

Every Thursday, an e-blast is sent from the Beach Club to all members highlighting the upcoming events.

Connect with us on Facebook, as we post member pictures and stay connected. And also get connected by

downloading the new club app!

To ensure that the Club remains exclusive for our Members, please take the time to review the policies as listed here in The View. Your co-operation in this regard is much appreciated.

Our Members are the true heart of our Club and our associates are dedicated to providing outstanding service and an exceptional Member experience. As always, the Member Services Team is here to assist you – just call us at 239.254.5000 or you can reach me at 239.254.5002 or via email at scotter@laplayaclub.com.

We’re looking forward to an exciting 2018/2019 Season, and hope you are too.

- SANDY COTTER Director of Membership

from our club manager

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MEMBER SURVEY RESULTS

RENOVATION NEWS

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he 2017/2018 survey was made available online and we received responses from more than a third of our Membership. Overall, the collective response was very positive; 91 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.

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. This will also coincide with LaPlaya’s initiative to become Blue Zone Certified. Length of service, particularly at lunch displayed improvement over prior years. 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.

Friendliness of staff, promptness of service, scheduling of dining reservations, and accuracy of checks continued to receive high marks.

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. On a positive note, we will be able to accommodate a greater number of guests on the veranda upon arrival of the new club furniture.

One of the biggest areas of improvement on the survey was accounting. Our new club accountant Shawn has done a wonderful job in assisting members with resolving billing questions or any other needs in a timely manner.

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. The beach grill and cookouts also proved to be successful and we will look to offer those on a more frequent basis.

The Beach Club Dining Room is undergoing an extensive renovation to enhance the overall look and feel of the facility. New furniture will permit a greater number of tables on the veranda during lunch and dinner, both the inside and outside cocktail areas will be more conducive to drinks with friends and family as well as for dining.

Other enhancements and amenities will be taking place such as the option to lease wine lockers on an annual basis. Additional amenities and improvements include “Refresh”, our new poolside juice bar, which will have fresh squeezed juices, smoothies and snacks available, added strength training equipment for the fitness center, and a new sauna in Spa Terre. We are thoroughly excited about all of the enhancements that are taking place in the Club Dining Room and other areas of the resort.

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 Club Director of Operations

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beach club policies T WO CAR MA XIMUM: 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 always park at the Club Valet.

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

PRE-REGISTERED IMMEDIATE

If you have unaccompanied family which include your children, grandchildren,

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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:

included above

*Not

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

BE ACH 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 PROPERT Y

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.

WITH GUESTS:

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.

GREETER GATE SYSTEM:

BE ACH CHAIR RESERVATIONS:

You can make beach chair reservations three ways: ONLINE: www.laplayaclub.com and click on the Calendar →

CALL FOR RESERVATIONS:

Front row or specific location seating cannot be guaranteed.

OR JUST ARRIVE and walk up to the Beach Concession.

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

239.597.3123 Ext. 5120 Beach Concession

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.

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

CLUB GR ATUIT Y ETIQUETTE:

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

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

GR ATUITIES INCLUDE:

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.

MEMBER PRICING: Don’t forget Member Preferred Pricing

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 TIKI BAR: 20% on food and beverage BALEEN RESTAURANT:

and beverage

20% on food

SPA TERRE: 20% on services and retail merchandise/ 25% on services Monday and Tuesday LAPLAYA BOUTIQUE:

merchandise

10% off retail

WATER SPORTS CONCESSION:

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miscellaneous matters

SpaTerre

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Although rest, relaxation and soothing spa treatments are the key ingredients, there is never a dull moment at SpaTerre.

With the Holidays ahead, our hard-working team has planned several events for our LaPlaya members.

T H A N K S G I V I N G B L A C K F R I D AY S A L E :

Friday, November 23 : 9:00AM – 3:00PM H O L I D AY S H O P P I N G :

Friday, December 7 - December 9 : 9:00AM – 3:00PM D E C E M B E R 14 - M E M B E R A P P R E C I AT I O N D AY !

A day to show appreciation to our members with fabulous specials : 10:00AM – 4:00PM

Resort Rates

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F O R M E M B E R ' S F A M I LY & F R I E N D S :

Start planning your holiday reservations at the LaPlaya Resort. From an unparalleled Thanksgiving Holiday to Christmas Holidays and more, celebrate the most wonderful time of the year in paradise.

MEMBER PREFERRED DISCOUNTS:

25% discount weekday, 15% weekends.

15% off Lanai Rooms.

Soon to be, preview our all new suite amenities, with suites starting at $2500 per night in season. Call for more information. 239.597.3123, and ask for in-house reservations between 7AM – 7PM EST.

Live Music

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Daily Tiki entertainment in the afternoon hours S TA R T I N G J A N U A R Y 1 2 T H S AT U R D AY

1:00PM - 5:00PM & Sunday 12:00PM - 4:00PM Currently we plan to have live entertainment in Tiki thru the end of May. Music itself will be a blend of tropical steel band style music and Corey (Beach Server) and his band at times.

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The Revs Institute Join us for a LaPlaya Member Private Showing at the Revs Institute Friday, February 8, 2019, 1:30 to 3:30 PM, $23 pp.

The Revs Institute is the premier destination to explore one of the largest archives of automotive history ever preserved for scholars and connoisseurs and we have it reserved just for our members.

Revs presents the Collier Collection of over one hundred significant automobiles built between 1896 and 1995. The automobiles on display at Revs are some of the rarest and most important cars ever built at anytime, anywhere. They are the ones that variously blazed technical pathways, redefined aesthetic standards, made history, and changed the world.

REVS website: revsinstitute.org

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communications from karen

Announcing the Launch of our Newly Designed

Website & Mobile App!

WE ARE EXCITED to announce the launch of the newly designed Beach Club website, www.laplayaclub.com!

Our goal with this new designed website is to create a user-friendly browsing experience for our club members. We hope you enjoy our new uncluttered design that is easy to navigate, and more user-friendly. The website is now also mobile app friendly; it will adjust to the screen of your phone or tablet for easier navigation and reading, no more zooming in and out! Your login information will stay the same as it currently is, if you have forgotten you username or password please call or email me at knardella@laplayaclub.com or 239.254.5000. We hope you enjoy and find it easier to navigate. The website is modified almost daily, please always check the website out for up to date event information and other important club information.

We have also been working on a new mobile app. The mobile app is easily downloaded on any smart phone or tablet and uses the same information as the website in a much easier quick touch mobile ability aspect. The app has shortcut buttons to all the items used most by members such as the calendar, beach chair reservations, webcams, upcoming event flyers and statements. We will be sending out detailed information shortly on how to download and utilize this new feature! Once the app has launched feel free to stop by the beach club anytime for a quick tutorial from myself or one of the other club staff members.

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a letter from food & beverage STOP BY FOR ONE OF OUR MANY NEW SPECIALTY COCKTAILS! Blood Orange Jalapeno Margarita Jalapeno infused Don Julio Blanco Blood Orange Puree Fresh Lime Juice Grand Marnier

RESERVATIONS: ‘Tis the season and with the excitement of our new Dining Room make sure you plan ahead and reserve early for all our fabulous events or a la carte dining! All dining reservations may be made by calling 239.254.5008.

Dear Members, has gone by quickly, and fall is right around the corner! As we move into season, we look forward to exceeding expectations and focusing on details and service. Over the summer months and with the new Club look and feel the Dining Room staff has worked diligently to ‘kick things up a notch’. Be sure to check out the calendar of events and mark your calendars!

S U M M E R AT T H E C L U B

It’s hard to believe that we are starting to talk about Thanksgiving and Christmas plans! For special holiday occasions, reservations are accepted for Holiday events up

to 90 days prior to the event. Due to the popularity of our holiday events and number of reservation requests, there is a party limit of twelve maximum per membership.

We look forward to seeing all the Members who left Naples to escape the heat for the summer and thanks to all the Members who supported the Club over the summer months.

-SHELLEY JOHNSON & ERIC SWABY Food & Beverage Managers

HOURS OF OPER ATION:

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OCTOBER – DECEMBER 31

HAPPY HOUR PRIVATE CLUB LOUNGE

LUNCH TUESDAY – SATURDAY 11:30AM-3:00PM

TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY 4:00-6:00PM

DINNER TUESDAY – SATURDAY 5:30-9:00PM

BAR BITES MENU AVAILABLE 4:00-6:00PM

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MARK YOUR CALENDAR! PRIME RIB BUFFE T October 23 | 5:30-9:00pm $45 per person++

Back by popular demand! Our Prime Rib Buffet is one of the Members favorite, so grab your family or friends and join us!

TRICK OR TRE AT “BEST COS TUME” HALLOWEEN MEMBER RECEPTION October 31 | 6-8pm

Enjoy half-priced drinks, great food and the Best Costume contest! Winner will be announced at 7:00pm. Winner will receive a fabulous prize!

CULINARY SERIES – FL AVORS OF FALL November 7 | 1-3pm $30 per person++

Members may bring one guest.

Join Alfredo and Miguel as they guide you through creating delightful fall dishes.

LECTURE SERIES LEC TURE SERIES: SNE AK PEEK TO E XOTIC DES TINATIONS – REMARK ABLE S TORIES DEFINED. November 13 | 10-11am

If you consider yourself a world traveler, don’t miss this lecture. Guest Speaker, Eva Perry with Index Select, spotlights the hidden treasures around the world, places you’re never ventured to, and brings them to the forefront of the American travel landscape and shares her story with you.

LEC TURE SERIES: SITUATION AWARENESS & EMPOWERMENT January 29 | 10 – 11am

“ TAILGATE” MEMBER RECEPTION November 14 | 5:30-7:30pm

Sport your favorite football team's jersey. You just may find that some of your fellow members are rooting for your least favorite team!

HAPPY HOLIDAYS! MEMBER RECEPTION December 12 | 5:30-7:30pm

Naples may look safe but always be aware of your surroundings!

Shirley Watral has developed a passion for educating women on how to be able to defend themselves when needed.

Her desire to teach and speak led to the development of her current business where she empowers others by sharing her own life story. Don’t miss this lecture, it will inspire you!

Enjoy half-priced drinks, great food and the Ugliest Sweater contest! Winner will be announced at 7:00pm. Winner will receive a fabulous prize!

SANTA HOLIDAY COOKIE DECOR ATING December 15 | 11am-1pm

Bring the little ones and watch them create mini masterpieces! Special appearance and photo-op by the one and only Santa Claus! We don’t want the parents to feel left out so we are offering $5 mimosas and bloody Mary’s. Limit 3 cookies per child.

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A W E all water excursions & awe marina start your adventure! everything on the water for laplaya members

family excursions – sightseeing cruises - charters available for 6 to 69 guests Charter Your Own Vessel Sunset Cruises Dolphin Eco Cruises Private Shelling Cruises Private and Multi–Passenger Offshore and Backwater Fishing Wave Runner/Jet Ski Tours Kayak, Paddleboard, Canoe Rental &Tours Full Valet Kayak & Paddleboard Service Event Space for 100 to 300 Guests

INFORMATION : CLICK ON ALLWATERE XCURSIONSMARINA .COM 123 45 TAMIAMI TR AIL N ., NAPLES, FLORIDA 239. 594.0213 : 10% PREFERRED PRICING FOR L APL AYA MEMBERS 12

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specialty menus

PRIVATE DINING CLUB

etiquette

RESERVATIONS Reservations for dinner are required. Reservations for lunch are highly appreciated. We encourage making dining reservations in advance, especially on Friday and Saturday nights, and holidays. Seating preferences – inside, outside, window table etc. are based on how far in advance reservations are made. To make dining reservations please call 239-254-5008.

SE ATING TIMES When reservations are made, you will be seated at that exact time. If you like to enjoy a pre-dinner cocktail, please arrive at the club at least a half hour in advance, thus assuring you’ll be served in a timely manner.

L ARGE PARTIES Members wishing to have a party of 13 or more will select a set menu and be seated for dinner at 5:30 or 8 p.m. Following 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. All parties over 10 will be seated inside only.

“MEMBER ONLY ” RECEPTIONS Club Member Receptions are Members Only October – April. It’s a “mix and mingle” atmosphere for our members to meet other members.

C ANCELL ATION POLICY FOR SPECIAL E VENTS A 72 hour cancellation notice is required for special events. Failure to cancel reservation prior to three days in advance of the event will result in a 50% charge of the event price.

CORK AGE FEE If it is not on our list, you are welcome to bring your own wine to the club for a corkage fee of $15.

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holiday menus

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THANKSGIVING DINNER BUFFET Thursday, November 22nd, 2018 2PM-6PM APPETIZERS Display of Tropical Fruits & Berries Domestic & Imported Cheese Display assorted crackers, flatbreads & lavosh Chilled Seafood Display citrus poached shrimp, cocktail sauce, cold water oysters, cocktail crab claws, fresh lemon & champagne mignonette, mustard aioli Salmon Platter capers, onions, seaweed salad, hardboiled egg, sweet chili sauce, teriyaki sauce, fried wonton strips SALADS Quinoa & Butternut Squash Salad braised red & white quinoa, baby spinach, goat cheese, cranberries, toasted pecans, honey cider vinaigrette Baby Greens Salad roasted golden & red beets, red onion, feta cheese, herb balsamic vinaigrette Brussels Sprout & Fuji Apple Salad pomegranate seeds, red onion, toasted walnuts, honey sumac vinaigrette Caesar Salad toasted croutons, anchovies, parmesan cheese, caesar dressing FROM THE CHAFERS Chive Whipped Potatoes Roasted Sweet Potatoes 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, braised leeks, sautéed wild mushrooms, lemon beurre blanc Bourbon Chicken roasted vegetable CHEF ATTENDED STATIONS Carved Tom Turkey natural gravy Roasted New York Strip red wine demi glaze DESSERT STATION Assortment of Seasonal Pies, Sugar Cookies, Carrot Cake, Pear & Cranberry Crostata Toffee Pudding Cake, Chocolate Harvest Cake SEATING TIMES 2:00-6:00 $71 PER PERSON ++ CHILDREN AGES 5-12 $19.95++ CHILDREN 4 AND UNDER ARE COMPLIMENTARY

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CHRISTMAS DINNER BUFFET Tuesday, December 25th, 2018 3PM-7PM APPETIZERS Chilled Seafood Display cold water oysters, shrimp cocktail, blackened tuna with aji amarillo aioli & crispy quinoa, citrus horseradish cocktail sauce, mignonette sauce Winter Fruit Platter warm baked raspberry brie, preserved honey, thyme & walnuts SALAD SELECTIONS Christmas Salad baby spinach, pomegranate seeds, toasted pecans, goat cheese, white balsamic vinaigrette Strawberry & Orange Salad artisan greens, feta cheese, red onion, poppy seed dressing Traditional Caesar Salad crisp romaine hearts, parmesan cheese, seasoned croutons, caesar dressing CHAFFERED ENTRÉE SELECTIONS Whipped Yukon Gold Potatoes Honey Baked Kumara Pumpkin with Balsamic Onion Broccolini Almandine with Brown Butter & Slivered Almonds Pan Seared Salmon saffron arborio rice cake, baby arugula, pinot gris butter sauce Slow Roasted Chicken sundried tomatoes, asiago cream sauce, fried leeks CARVING STATIONS Whole Roasted Beef Tenderloin port wine demi-glace, sauce béarnaise Honey Maple Bourbon Virginia Ham pineapple dijon glaze Wild Exotic Mushroom Station busiate pasta, sherry cream sauce, black truffle oil DESSERT STATION Assorted Selection of Holiday Pies Christmas Bread Pudding Strawberry Cheesecake Traditional Holiday Cookies

SEATING TIMES 3:00-7:00 $81 PER PERSON ++ CHILDREN AGES 5-12 $19.95++ CHILDREN 4 AND UNDER ARE COMPLIMENTARY

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NYE DINNER & CELEBR ATION Monday, December 31 5:30-8:30pm LIMITED A LA CARTE MENU & SPECIAL NYE PRIX FIXE MENU FIRST COURSE SELECTIONS Lobster Bisque parmesan cheese twists, crème fraiche, micro chives Cinnamon Poached Pear Salad baby arugula, grapefruit segments, crumbled goat cheese, dried cranberries champagne vinaigrette Sautéed Foie Gras cranberry compote, pain perdu, roasted corn, almonds & lemon Grilled Prawn & Goat Cheese Tartlets fire roasted peppers, asparagus & carrot salad ENTRÉE SELECTIONS Surf & Turf $91 south african lobster tail, 8 oz. filet mignon, haricot verts, roasted yellow bell peppers fondant potatoes, red wine demi glaze, champagne butter sauce Pan Seared Chilean Seabass $87 sautéed prawns, grilled eggplant caponata, rouille, tomato jus DESSERTS SELECTIONS Chocolate Cream Squares fresh seasonal berries, whipping cream Pumpkin Cannoli pumpkin caramel sauce, cinnamon crumb, whippin cream ENTERTAINMENT BY THE MARTIN ROSS BAND

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‘Tis the Season to Plan Your Holiday Party!

Celebrate This Year At Laplaya Beach & Golf Resort H O L I D AY P R O M O T I O N I N C L U D E S T H E F O L L O W I N G : Cocktail Reception Including Butler Passed Hors D’oeuvres Variety of Bar Options Choice of Plated Dinner or Buffet Special Room Rates for Your Guests One Complimentary Guest Room for the Evening of the Event Festive Holiday Décor Mid Week Day or Evening Special Pricing

Book your holiday Party now through December 31, 2018 Receive a 10% Food and Beverage Discount on our Packages For Further Information Please Contact the Catering Office at 239-449-1175

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| 9891 Gulf Shore Drive, Naples, Florida 34108

laurel’s corner

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cannot stress how important your chipping is to better scoring. One picture shows the correct way to keep both arms moving together through impact.

The other picture is common with many players. You will see the right hand scooping the ball through impact. This can result in a familiar fat shot or skull shot.

For most chips, the correct technique is to have a slight hinge on the back swing and follow through sweeping grass with your hands (the grip of the club) staying ahead of the ball through impact. You will see more consistency with your chips using more arms and shoulders than flipping with your hands.

"The correct technique is to have a slight hinge on the back swing."

If you want to see improvement in anything, you must come out and PRACTICE. LAUREL KEAN LPGA Professional

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a letter from alan

never, never, never, give up!

After scoring double bogey, double bogey on the first two holes of the day, it would be natural for your mind to wander and possibly include one or more of the following as you walk to the 3rd tee: Wonder what’s for lunch today? Well, there goes today’s chance For a good score! What am I doing out here? Or… ‘SQUIRREL!?’

THIS WAS LAUREL KEAN’S MINDSET TOO, representing her-

self and LaPlaya G.C. at the prestigious inaugural U.S. Senior Women’s Open Championship at Chicago Golf Club July 12th 2018 no less. Maybe not ‘squirrel,’ but certainly, ‘why am I out here, all that work and this is what happens,’ did enter her mind.

However Laurel with Dir. of Golf Ben Bryant on the bag whispering the right message at the right time, hit a great tee shot on her 3rd hole, and then another high quality shot to reach the par 5 in two shots, and suddenly memory of that rough start with all its challenge and disappointment melts into the past!

For the next 70 holes, Laurel played just great golf and finished the Championship in a tie for 19th place out of 120 players who qualified for this National Open. The world’s best players aged 50 and over were invited to play; nearly 450 entered, only 60

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places were made available to qualify, Lauren having to earn one of those coveted spots too.

On Sunday July 15th at the end of a physically and mentally draining week, Laurel was asked ‘how did you do it, how did you manage to recover after such an awful start!?’

Within her answer lay the uplifting insight that is very much at the core of what makes Laurel, Laurel and LaPlaya, LaPlaya.

Laurel said, “I really felt the support; from Ownership, The members, (many of whom showed up in person to walk alongside) all the good wishes sent from the Team at LaPlaya as well as family and friends….it kept me going forward, it carried me along!”

Thank you Laurel, not only for the hi-light of the summer 2018, but one of the most seminal moments in our clubs history too. Thank you Ben, for the vital role you played in Laurel’s success as well.

LaPlaya G.C. has had a memorable summer and is ready to welcome back all our members for a memorable 2018/19 season.

- ALAN FINDLAY Golf Club Manager

BAKED GARLIC & BASIL SHRIMP BURGERS WITH OLD BAY SAUCE yields 4 burgers

INGREDIENTS (FOR THE SHRIMP BURGERS)

½ tsp. finely chopped fresh garlic 2 bunches of fresh basil ( two pks at the grocery store) ½ of medium red pepper finely chopped 2 oz. red onion finely chopped 2 eggs 1 lb. raw shrimp ( 16-20 count) finely chopped 8 oz. plain panko bread crumbs ( can substitute GF bread crumbs) ½ tsp salt ½ tsp black pepper 1 large lemon ( juice only) DIRECTIONS:

In large bowl crack and whip the 2 eggs first, then put in all other ingredients and mix well. Let stand for 20 minutes to let bread crumbs absorb the juice. Shape the batter into burgers size. Sear in pan with olive oil for about two minutes each side then put on cookie sheet and coat with pan spray or use wax paper so the shrimp burgers do not stick. Bake at 350 degrees for 20 minutes.

OLD BAY DIPPING SAUCE

2 cups of mayonnaise 2 cups of ketchup Juice of 1 lemon 1 tsp Old Bay seasoning 1 tbls white horseradish Just mix and refrigerate

bon appetite, chef cheryl

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words from ben

Dear Members, IT IS HARD to believe how quickly the

first hand, an amazing performance by

winter schedule here at LaPlaya. Along

summer has come and gone. School

her. What a treat to watch Laurel on

with the tournament schedule, we are

is back in session and before long

the main stage again, finishing 19th.

scheduling Demo Days with Ping Golf,

everyone will be back in Naples for the

She is exempt for this event next year.

custom ball fittings with Titleist and

winter. The summer months were quiet

It will be held at Pine Needles Lodge

Bridgestone, Ladies’ and Men’s Clinics

allowing Patrick and the maintenance

and Golf Club in Southern Pines, North

and True Spec, a professional club fitting

team to complete their scheduled

Carolina from May 16 to May 19, 2019.

company, to come for personalized club

projects

and

course

ensuring

consistent

maintenance and

excellent

playing conditions during the winter season.

As many of you know, Laurel qualified for the Inaugural Senior Women’s Open at Chicago Golf Club this past summer.

I was fortunate enough to be asked to caddy for her and was able to witness

The tournament schedule for the season has been completed. Below is a list of the Golf Events through December: The schedule will be posted on the

fittings. These dates are being finalized and will be communicated as soon as they are confirmed. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to email or call me.

website for Full and Golf Only LaPlaya Golf Club members. Also, the schedule will be attached to the email blast a

Keep Swinging,

number of times in the upcoming weeks and months to allow you to plan your

PGA

BEN BRYANT

season tournament schedule

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FRIDAY, OCTOBER 19

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 8

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 22

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 14

Ocktoberfest 9 & Dine 4 PM Shotgun Start

Ladies Opening Day 8:30 AM Shotgun Start

Thanksgiving Day 8:30 AM Shotgun Start

Holiday 9 & Dine 3 PM Shotgun Start

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 3

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 15

Wounded Warrior 8:30 AM Shotgun Start

Ladies Bring a Friend Day 8:30 AM Shotgun Start

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 7

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 16

Men’s Opening Day 8:30 AM Shotgun Start

9 & Dine 3 PM Shotgun Start

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*course and practice facility closed after completion of play

NOVEMBER 23 & NOVEMBER 24

True Spec Club Fitting 8:00AM-4:00PM MONDAY, DECEMBER 3

Holiday Sale in the Golf Shop All Day

MONDAY, DECEMBER 24

Christmas Eve Shotgun 8:30 AM Shotgun Start *course & practice facility closed after completion of play

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 25

Course and Clubhouse closed all day

W E L C O M E

B A C K

WELCOME to the 2018-2019 Season at LaPlaya Golf Club and welcome to all of our new golf members! What an exciting calendar of events our staff has put together for you to enjoy. We will be hosting a new member reception for our Golf and Full members that have joined in 2018. This will give you a chance to meet our other newest LaPlaya members and get to know our Club Ambassadors who will help you with integrating into the Club, finding a game, and introduce you to your club-mates. Watch your golf email blast for details.

It

has once again been a busy summer for the Laplaya Golf Maintenance team! The months of June and July were a bit drier than the historical average

and this allowed us to get a lot of work done without losing many work days. Our focus this summer was first and foremost to complete the full slate of summer cultural practices on the course. This included multiple rounds of aerification and sand topdressing to all greens, collars, tees and fairways.

These practices are important to remove organic matter and soil compaction resulting from the previous year.

This summer we also continued to mitigate the effects of Hurricane Irma. We have planted approximately 200 trees/ palms throughout the property to refill voids that were created by the storm. In addition, we resodded all collars around the greens with Tifgrand Bermuda to replace turf that had become contaminated over the last several years. Also, in order to continually improve the practice experience, we enlarged the chipping green bunker to create more opportunity to practice sand shots and replaced the tee line mat at the back of the south tee.

And it continues! Our largest source of new LaPlaya members is referrals from our existing members.

As a thank you, LaPlaya Golf Club will continue our Referral Incentive Program. Any Golf Only or Beach and Full Golf member that refers a member that joins LaPlaya as a Golf Only or Beach and Full Golf member, the referrer will receive $4000 off their next season’s dues. A Beach and Social Golf member that refers a member that joins as a Golf or Full member, the referrer will receive Full Member privileges for a year!

“How did I miss that event?”… To promote all of our member events we give you many sources to keep you ‘in the know’. Look for event fliers posted in the Golf Shop, on the bar in the Grille Room, and on the Locker Room Message Board. Your Calendar of events is printed in the Club Roster, handed out at the beginning of Season, on the website and is in your weekly Golf Club eblast. If you need assistance logging onto the Golf Club Website or forgot your password, please call me to assist you. We never want you to miss an event again!

Looking forward to seeing all of your smiling faces coming back to Naples and LaPlaya Golf Club and having a happy, healthy 2018-2019 Season!

MICHELLE BUIST Golf Membership Sales Manager

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

PATRICK LEWINS Golf Course Superintendent

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kid’s corner

KIDS TIME CONNECT

A New Season of Fun!

kids camps JOIN US FOR COACH “B” AQUATICS Sign up with pool attendants.

Camps are for children ages 5-12.

Times 11:00AM – 2:00PM. Campers meet at the pool hut.

Cost is $30 per child, $50 for two, and $20 per camper for groups of three or more.

dates this fall season: October 6, 13, 20, 27 November 3, 10, 17, 24 (Additional activities 11/23 – 11/25) December 1, 8, 15, 22 (Additional activities 12/22 – 12/30)

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2018 Club Member Wedding Promotion

Pre-Ceremony Champagne, Lemonade & Sparkling Water Reduced Ceremony Site Fee Certificate for a Couples Massage at SpaTerre Special Room Rates for Your Guests Complimentary Premium Beachfront Accommodati ons for the Bride & Groom the Evening of the Wedding

Upgrade to Beachfront accommodations for the Parents of the Bride & Groom Gift Certificate for a Two Night Return Getway Restrictions May Apply For Further Information Please Contact the Catering OďŹƒce at 239-449-1175 Wedding Promotion Valid for wedding being held January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018 Minimum of $7,500 Catered Food and Beverage Required Promotion is not Valid for Wedding Booked through Baleen Restaurant

laplayaresort.com | 800.237.6883 | 9891 Gulf Shore Drive, Naples, Florida 34108

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welcome new members SOCIAL

PAUL & DAWN ROBERTS VANDERBILT BEACH

KARL RAVECH & CHRISTINE OLSEN TWIN EAGLES

KEVIN & JOAN WINTERS COLLIER’S RESERVE

CHRISTOPHER & MARY SWIFT GREY OAKS

FULL

EDWARD & JUDY PTASZEK DELASOL

TIM & DAWN COLLINS PORT ROYAL

MARK WOJCICKI & PATRICIA O’REILLY CONNER’S VANDERBILT

GOLF

RICHARD & KAREN HEIN PELICAN BAY

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october 2018 Tuesday

10/23/18

5:30-9:00pm

Prime Rib Buffet Night

Wednesday

10/31/18

6:00-8:00pm

Trick or Treat "Best Dressed" Contest Member Reception

november 2018 Wednesday

11/7/18

1:00-3:00pm

Tuesday

11/13/18

10:00-11:00am

Culinary Series "Flavors of Fall" Lecture Series: Sneak Peek to Exotic Destinations – Remarkable Stories Defined.

Wednesday

11/14/18

5:30-7:30pm

It's time to "Tailgate" Member Reception

Thursday

11/15/18

4:00-6:00pm

“No Passport Needed Wine Tasting” at the Cave (off site event)

Thursday

11/22/18

2:00-6:00pm

Thanksgiving Buffet

december 2018 Wednesday

12/12/18

5:30-7:30pm

Holiday "Ugly Sweater" Contest & Caroling Member Reception

Saturday

12/15/18

11:00am-1:00pm

Santa's Holiday Kid's Cookie Decorating

Tuesday

12/25/18

3:00-6:00pm

Christmas Buffet

Monday

12/31/18

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beach club dining & lounge Lunch Tuesday – Saturday Dinner Tuesday – Saturday

11:30 AM - 3:00 PM 5:30 PM - 9:00 PM

beach club valet Tuesday – Sunday Monday

8:00 AM – 10:00 PM 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

baleen naples Breakfast Lunch Light Lunch Dinner Bar Baleen / Lounge Bar Food Service

7:00 AM – 11:30 AM 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM 2:30 PM – 5:00 PM 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM 11:00 AM – Midnight 11:30 AM -11:00 PM

golf club grill room Lunch Small Bites Bar

11:00 AM – 4:00 PM 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM

pro shop Tuesday – Sunday

7:00 AM – 6:00 PM

locker rooms Tuesday – Sunday

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driving range & short game area Tuesday – Sunday

7:30 AM – 6:00 PM

resort concierge Daily

8:00 AM – 9:00 PM

tiki bar FO OD S ERV I CE

Sunday – Thursday Friday & Saturday

11:00 AM – 6:00 PM 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM

beverage service Sunday – Thursday Friday & Saturday

11:00 AM – 7:00 PM 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM

tiki happy hour Happy Hour Daily 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM HALF PRICE COCKTAILS AND HOUSE WINE BY THE GL ASS spa terre Monday – Saturday Sunday fitness center Daily laplaya boutique Daily

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9:00 AM – 7:00 PM 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

6:00 AM - 10:00 PM

8:00 AM – 6:00 PM