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EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

JOHN

President

JEFF GOSNEAR

Vice

Secretary

JOHN

WILLIAM

Executive At Large, Governance Chair

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

ANDREW

Recreations Chair

DANIEL COAR

Strategic Planning Co-Chair

DANIEL

Membership Chair

JAMES A. HORTY,

Clubhouse Chair

STEPHEN FENNELL Legal Affairs Chair

MIKE MCGUINESS Golf Chair

PHILIP MORSE Racquets Chair

SHARON

PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE

I am sure you may be wondering why this month you are not seeing the photo and letter from Sharon Covington who served as President of the RBCC Board for the past couple of years Sharon’s term as Board President concluded this weekend at the Annual Meeting. At the first meeting of our new Board, I am happy to share that I was elected to serve as your Club President for the next year I’d like to thank Members of the Board for their vote of confidence in electing me I would also like to thank Sharon for her leadership over the last two years as the Board and Club took on a number of important initiatives Sharon also instilled in all of us here at RBCC the importance of kindness and compassion We are fortunate to have Sharon continue to serve on the Board for another two years.

For those of you who don’t know me I wanted to share with you a little about myself I was born and raised in New York just outside of the city in Westchester County. I retired from the Walt Disney Company after a 40-year career working at ABC which is part of Disney I started as a college intern working my way up through the company to serve as Senior Vice President of Disney ABC Sales. I led the strategy and sales efforts of the sales team in New York. I was fortunate to truly love my job, the company and the people I worked alongside

My wife, Beth, and I have been Members of RBCC since 2003. RBCC has been part of our life for almost 40 years. We had our wedding reception in the Bayview Room in 1988 and my wife’s parents were RBCC Members Long before I became a

Member, I took golf lessons from Ron Barrows and Butch Holtzclaw when they were on the golf staff. It was Ron who encouraged us to become Members; I am most appreciative to him for that!

Beth and I officially became Delaware residents a few years ago – we live in Dewey Beach on the same street where Beth spent her summers as a child She has a lot of family in the area We still have a place in New York for us to visit our family and friends there. We have two grown children – Carolyn who lives in Boston and Michael who lives in New York City

Over the past few months there have been a number of events celebrating RBCC’s Centennial culminating with the Gala on Saturday, August 2 which was nothing short of spectacular It was an extraordinary night throughout the entire Clubhouse from the décor, food, acrobatic performances, a band that had everyone dancing and even an appearance by Elvis wrapping up the night with a fireworks display and drone show! The Talon Tribe out-did themselves by hosting a night we will always remember.

As we wind down our centennial celebrations and move into the next 100 years of RBCC, the Board and management team will continue to stay focused on the great member experience we all enjoy. In the next couple of weeks, the Board will be getting together for a one-day retreat to set our agenda for the next few years As you heard at the Annual Meeting, one of our priorities is to address the

JOHN CARUSO Board President

long-term impact of water and drainage issues on the golf course. You will be hearing more from the Board about this in the coming months as we gather additional information The Board is also updating the Club’s Strategic Plan; many of the initiatives in the 2024 plan have been achieved and we will be adding in new initiatives Reviewing our governance procedures and updating the Club’s Bylaws have been an ongoing priority for the Board; it is our hope to finalize those documents this year. In all that we do as a Board, we will remain committed to maintaining good communication with Members and strong fiscal responsibility as we address the current and future needs of the Club.

I look forward to serving as your President and building on our successes

Carpiu "C" Chereches GM/COO

GENERAL MANAGER’S MESSAGE

memories); the Clubhouse will maintain current hours, though we’ll shift from bustling summer nights to a packed wedding calendar. September and October are set to be filled with celebrations sometimes one, two, even three weddings in a single weekend!

across multiple committees to her leadership of the Centennial Committee, Karen’s contributions have left a lasting mark.

FAREWELL TO A REMARKABLE SEASON & HAPPY LABOR DAY!

As summer winds down and Labor Day is here, we want to take a moment to reflect on what has been one of the busiest and most unforgettable seasons in RBCC history Thanks to your continued support, we not only reached new heights in Member engagement and activity, but also broke several records along the way.

From the buzz of summer camps with laughter from children reunited with “old” friends and making plenty of new ones, to the Frances Tiafoe’s event and the unforgettable Centennial Gala that brought us all together in celebration of 100 years of community, tradition, and progress, this season was truly one for the books

As we transition into fall, a few seasonal changes are on the horizon: Golf Course Aerification will take place in early September, requiring a brief closure to ensure the continued health and quality of our greens; the Pool will close for the season in mid-September (we hope you’ve enjoyed every sunny day poolside and made plenty of splash-worthy

This summer also marked significant milestones within our community. We celebrated Terri’s retirement, honoring her 10 years of dedicated service to our racquets program Under her leadership, the racquets community has flourished creating friendships that extend far beyond the courts. Though she's stepping down, Terri will continue to be part of our RBCC family as an Honorary Member. We’ll share more reflections on her remarkable decade in the coming months.

At the Annual Meeting this past weekend, we shared the Club’s strong financial position and reviewed year-to-date successes We also previewed initiatives for the months ahead, including a refreshed Strategic Plan, a deeper look at Operational Dues, prioritization of upcoming capital projects and more.

The Golf Course Architect, Joel Weiman, concluded the meeting with a thoughtful presentation on the course’s current challenges and long-term preservation strategies. Stay tuned for upcoming focus groups and town hall meetings as your input will be vital as we move forward

We also confirmed the new Board. A heartfelt thank you to Karen Schneiderman, who concluded six years of dedicated service From her work

We also extend gratitude to Sharon Covington, who passed the gavel to incoming President John Caruso She will continue to serve on the Board, and I’m personally thankful for her advice, patience, and collaboration over the last two years, especially her patience.

Lastly, we’re thrilled to welcome Stephen Fennell to the Board. He has already provided thoughtful (and legal!) guidance behind the scenes, and we look forward to working more closely with him in his new role

There will be no Coffee with C this month, as the Annual Meeting served as our indepth seasonal update. However, the Annual Survey will be sent out soon. As always, your feedback is invaluable it helps us measure success and guide improvements.

Keep an eye out for new events as we enter what we lovingly call “The Locals’ Season” a quieter, cozier time now that the summer bustle has passed, and traffic is finally moving faster than 10 mph.

Thank you for making our Centennial Season such an extraordinary one Let’s keep the momentum going and write the next great chapters together.

Wishing you and your family a safe, restful, and joyful Labor Day.

C's

Poem of theMonth

“The breezes taste Of apple peel. The air is full Of smells to feelRipe fruit, old footballs, Burning brush, New books, erasers, Chalk, and such. The bee, his hive, Well-honeyed hum, And Mother cuts Chrysanthemums.

Like plates washed clean With suds, the days Are polished with A morning haze. "

- John Updike, September

C Certificate O Of I Incorporation

VOTING FOR THE COI

We encourage all Stockholder Members who have not yet voted to do so during the extended period from now until Saturday, October 4, 2025. There will be no formal meeting scheduled for October 4, but we will update the membership with the Stockholders' decision. As stewards of Rehoboth Beach County Club, your voice matters, and your vote is essential in ensuring our multi-generational membership a stronger future.

Click here to review the COI Fact Sheet and instructions on how to vote.

LAST CALL FOR CENTENNIAL BOOK MEMORABILIA

If you have any memorabilia that you’d like to share to be featured in the Centennial Book including photos of memorable celebrations at the club (weddings, birthdays, anniversaries, etc.) or anything other items, email Bethany Ackerman by September 10, 2025.

COMMITTEE APPLICATIONS

If you are interested in joining a committee and sharing your ideas and talents, please complete the volunteer form and submit it by September 5, 2025. If you would like to fill out a physical copy, please see Chelsee Miranda at the Concierge's desk or email her at office@rehobothbeachcc.com. You may mail in or drop off a physical form at 221 West Side Drive Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971.

The Governance Committee is particularly interested in recruiting Members who would like to serve on the Recreations Committee. This committee includes Pool, Fitness, and Summer Camps/Youth Activities. If you or someone you know is interested, we'd love to hear from you!

1925 SPEAKEASY

LISTEN IN TO THE RBCC PODCAST!

Join the Membership and Communications Director, Bethany Ackerman and the Communications Specialist Alyssa Jopling to hear about all the happenings at the Club. Episodes will feature updates, reminders, specific topics and Q&A interviews with some of your favorite Talon Tribe members! The podcast is available on Apple Podcast, Spotify, YouTube, and Podbean

WELCOME NEW MEMBERS

Harvey & Gina Sherman

Michael and Jennifer Miller

John and Maggie McGrath

Brian and Alicia Henneberry

MEMBERSHIP CONSIDERATIONS

The following individuals are being considered for membership in Rehoboth Beach Country Club. Any communication concerning these nominations should be directed to the Chairperson of the Membership Committee or the Membership Director. Information shared will be considered confidential and will be protected.

Posting for a Social Membership: Robert and Roxanne Fleming of Washington, DC and Rehoboth Beach DE Sponsor: Alan Bubes

Mary Ann Waelde of Naples, FL and Rehoboth Beach, DE

Sponsor: Mary Lou Kupfer

Peter and Any Dunne of Delray Beach Fl, Potomac, MD and Bethany Beach, DE

Sponsor: Lisa Kidd Hunt

F. Gillis and Lynn Green of Vero Beach FL and Bethany Beach, DE

Sponsor: Albert Brault

HOURS OF OPERATION

Administration.:

SOCIAL MEMBER LOCKER ROOM

ANNUAL RENTAL OPPORTUNITY

Social Members have the chance to secure a locker at a pro-rated rate of $125 for the remainder of this membership year (through March 31). Each locker comes with a personalized nameplate, adding a touch of convenience and exclusivity to your club experience. Annual renewals begin April 1 at $250 per year. Currently, Men’s Lockers are available, while Ladies’ Lockers are on a waiting list. Don’t miss your opportunity—reserve your locker today! Email the Men’s Locker Room attendants by clicking here!

COCKTAIL OF THE MONTH

Pickle Martini

A briny twist on the classic martini. Crisp vodka shaken with a splash of pickle juice and garnished with a dill spear, creating a bold, savory cocktail.

WINES OF THE MONTH

Domaine Cherrier Les 7 Hommes Sancerre, Loire Valley, France $16/50

Les 7 Hommes is a dry white Sancerre with a fruity, flinty edge betrayed by a luscious nose of floral and citrus aromas overlaid with hints of flinty chalk minerality. The palate is fresh, clean, smooth and dry, with hints of white pepper, sweet delicate gooseberry and lemon pith, all in elegant balance.

HOURS OF OPERATION

Monday

Lunch...................................11:30am to 5:30pm

Closed for Dining Services at 3pm

Tuesday through Saturday

Lunch........................................11:30am to 3pm

Happy Hour Menu.....................3pm to 5:30pm

Dinner.........................................5:30pm to 9pm

Sunday

Lunch........................................11:30am to 3pm Bar Bites Menu..........................3pm to 5:30pm

Sunday Night Cookout.............5:30pm to 8pm

No a la carte dinner service.

Pizza menu available for dinner.

Halfway House

Monday, Wednesday - Sunday........8am - 6pm

Tuesday.............................................10am - 5p

Eagles Deck

Monday through Sunday.....11:30am - 5:30pm

Château Beau-Sejour Bécot Instant Bécot, Bordeaux, France $13/47

Instant Bécot is a seductive and velvety wine. The bouquet reveals pretty red fruits and floral notes. On the palate, the tannins are supple, the wine is dense and silky and beautiful notes of candied fruits express themselves over a long and caressing finish.

FIRE INSPECTION SAFETY

A routine fire inspection is scheduled to take place on Sunday, September 15. Please be aware that fire alarms may sound intermittently during the inspection.

SEPTEMBER SEPTEMBER

Tuesdays: Member Night | Wednesdays: Trivia Night

September September EAGLE CUP 8:30am MEN’S POKER TOURNAMENT 6:00pm CANDLE MAKING WORKSHOP 4:00pm

September September LADIES’ FALL WINE DINNER 6:00pm 21 September September RYDER CUP 8:30am 25 September September BOOK CLUB 11:30am

September September LOBSTER NIGHT 5:30pm MEN’S CLOSING DAY “DOGFIGHT” 5:30pm26 September September 5TH ANNUAL MEMBER-PRO September 26 - September 28 RACQUETS END OF SEASON PARTY 5:00pm

2025 TOURNAMENT SEASON

We want to thank all of you for your support of the 2025 tournaments here at RBCC. With our in-season events coming to a close we saw record turnouts in almost every event this year. We saw great competition and comradery throughout the season. The fall tournament season is just beginning with some great fun events to come. Please check out the Tournament Information for upcoming events.

Josh Suto Jeffrey Staples

THANK YOU, INTERNS!

A BIG thank you to our interns for a fantastic summer. Their last day was August 20. They are both returning to their senior year at Penn State University.

MERCH OF THE MONTH

This month’s featured item includes the Drinking Glass Sets, elegantly engraved with RBCC’s secondary Centennial logo—the Conestoga Wagon. A timeless keepsake of our 100-year celebration, these glasses make a perfect gift or addition to your own collection.

$55 Per Set

Whiskey Glasses

Wine Glasses

Martini Glasses

HOURS OF OPERATION

Wednesday - Monday

Golf Shop.........................................7am to 6pm

Golf Course..............................Check ForeTees*

Driving Range.................................8am to Dusk

Performance Center..........8:30am to 5:30pm*

Tuesdays

Golf Course.................................................12pm

Golf Shop............................................11am-5pm

Driving Range.........................................11:15am

*Check ForeTees for open availability.

SUPERINTENDENT’s UPDATE

The run out to the end of the summer has been great, and even though they don’t look as good as they can, the greens have consistently been stimping over 12ft every day and exceeding the USGAs requirements for its championship conditions. It’s hard to believe that it is aeration time again! The fall aeration is scheduled right after Labor Day. Over the last three years I have been testing the physical characteristics of the greens rootzone to see how they are performing and to see how comparable they are to each other. The goal is for consistency – if one drains less than another or say has more organic matter, it means it will play softer than ones that are good and therefore need different management practices to try and keep them consistent. The more consistent we can make the soil, and the turf as mentioned above, the easier it will be to maintain consistent healthy turf all season, not just on one hole but across the entire property.

Right now, the plan for aeration is similar to last fall and spring. We plan to use the same size tines as we did for those. This will be followed by Dryject (to disperse sand through the profile and firm it up), topdress and then brush it all in. We will be overseeding with 007 bentgrass which will help fill in the bare spots. If all goes to plan, they should be fully back up to speed within a couple of weeks and provide excellent surfaces for the remainder of the season.

All discounted Member category restrictions end on September 15.

SEASON

LOTTERY

The last weekend for the tee time lottery system was Labor Day weekend.

BEING A STEWARD OF THE GOLF COURSE

We are asking our membership to be sure that they are fixing their ball marks, replacing their divots, and raking the bunkers. Over the second half of the summer, we have noticed a lack of consistent course care for standard practices. Please help us to keep the course is great shape for all of the Members.

FLOODING FROM STORM ERIN

There was flooding on Hole 16 from Erin from the tides alone which come in from the culverts on the streets.

HOLE 19 WORK

We are adding new bunker sand to match the course and removing the tall fescue around the green and replacing it with low cut bermudagrass.

FIRST GREEN FIELD DAY

The First Green Field Day at RBCC with the First Tee of DE and the Boys & Girls Club.

HOURS OF

THANK YOU FOR EVENT SUCCESS

Thank you to all the sponsors, volunteers, participants and spectators for making the Tiafoe Event such a huge success!

SEPTEMBER SCHEDULE

Review the Member’s Website for the updated September/October clinic schedule under Racquets < Weekly Clinics.

Racquets:

Monday - Sunday

Tennis Courts...................................8am to 7pm

Pickleball Courts..............................8am to 7pm

Racquets Shop.................................8am to 7pm

Weather Pending

CHAMPIONS

All champions will be acknowledged at the end of season in the 2025 Champions email.

Fitness

new! youth fitness center orientation

Is your child ready to start using the Fitness Center independently? Our new Youth Fitness Orientation is designed just for them. This 30-minute “Learn the Gym” session covers everything kids need to know to work out safely and responsibly. They’ll learn how to properly use the equipment, go over important Fitness Center rules, and understand expectations for behavior and safety. At the end of the session, participants will receive a certificate of completion and gain approval to use the Fitness Center without a parent or guardian present. To schedule your child’s session, email Colleen today!

Pool

SEPTEMBER HOURS

Review the Hours of Operation under Club Information on the Member’s website or under Hours of Operation on the ForeTees app. The pool will close on September 14.

EARLY CLOSURE: SEPTEMBER 8

The Pool will close at 4pm on Monday, September 8.

NO F&B POOL DECK SERVICE

There will be no F&B pool deck service, including the Sweets and Snack Shop during the week, Monday through Friday, throughout September.

Camps THANK YOU!

Thank you to all parents and grandparents for another wonderful season of Summer Youth Camps! We had a BLAST with your children, and we hope they had a wonderful time too. We wish everyone a great school year and look forward to seeing each of the children at the Club this fall and winter season.

FITNESS:

Monday - Sunday

Fitness Center..................................5am - 11pm

Fitness Specialist: Tuesday – Saturday................7:00am - 3:30pm

POOL:

Monday - Friday until September 14

Adult Swim....................................7am - 9:30am Open Adult Swim .................10:30am - 6:30pm No Lifeguards

Saturday & Sunday until September 14 Adult Swim....................................7am - 9:30am Open Swim ...........................10:30am - 6:30pm

All Members including Children. F&B Pool Deck Service available.

FITNESS CLASS CHANGES

The following changes will take place for Fitness Classes: Chair Strength will replace Water Aerobics on Wednesdays starting September 17. Balance & Core will replace Water Aerobics on Saturday starting September 20.

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MASSAGE

Vesna Josic Janicijevic

Vesna brings 22 years of knowledge, understanding and passion to customize each session to the needs, goals and feedback of her clients.

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60 minutes - $145

90 minutes - $180

CAMPERS OF THE WEEK

PADDY SHEVLIN

He knows how to lift the spirits of anybody in the room and no matter the moment or the situation he can always make it better. His laugh is infectious.

LEVI BAKER

He is friends with everyone here at camp and one of the leaders that brings the group together. Whatever it is that we’re doing he’s always paying attention and being a good friend.

He always uses his manners, encouraging his cast mates and helping them with their parts during the show! As one of the oldest campers of the week he is always looking out for all his cast mates.

BODIE REILLY

He made sure to check on everyone during games, not only the campers but the staff as well. He always involves other campers and never has to be spoken to during camp.

She is a fantastic friend because no matter what week she’s come there is no limit to her kindness. She can find a friend in anyone and always makes sure everyone is wearing a smile even the counselors.

She took the younger campers under her wing and taught them cartwheels and dances. She also looked out for them in the pool.

ELI BOLTEN

SADIE MEERSTEIN

EMMA PINHO

1925 Eagle Foundation

TURKEY TROT 5K

The Turkey Trot 5K is scheduled for Friday, November 28. Save the date or book now and run with us! Information is listed on www.racestorun.com. More information to come.

ART SHOW ADDITIONAL ARTIST

RBCC’s very on Talon Tribe Member will now be featured at the Art Show!

Dwayne Johnson

My name is Dwayne Johnson and I am from Jamaica in the Caribbean. I am a still life, land and seascape artist. Using oil and acrylic paints, I started to paint in the year 1995, and I've been practicing on my own ever since. In my community I've been painting randomly on t-shirts, fishing boats, signs etc. Painting comes naturally to me because it runs in my family. My inspiration for painting these is to develop my artistic skills after only receiving my high school degree. I currently work in the back-of-house at RBCC in the summer season.

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Submitted by Dina Cooney

The Cooney Family enjoying the Centennial Gala on Saturday, August 2 at RBCC!

Top Left: Chris Brandaleone and Nelson Cooney enjoying the Eagles Nest Bar.

Top Right: Dina and Nelson Cooney on the 19 Hole. th

Bottom Left: Car parked on the 19 Hole near the Elvis Presley ceremony site. th

Bottom Right: Arrangement in the Eagles Nest Bar.

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