Sea Palms Member Newsletter October 2022

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Happy Fall! We head into my favorite season with the golf course in great shape for some of our busiest months and lots of great things in the works. My letter earlier in August outlined some of the items we are trying to get approved and budgeted. We will keep you updated on these and others as we move toward the end of the year.

One of the things we are doing is adding 3 tons of new material to the tennis courts with a better regular maintenance schedule to improve court quality. We also have consultants coming to help with potential upgrades and equipment enhancements at both fitness facilities.

Tee times and course closures are always a topic of our surveys and general discussions among our Membership. We want to remind you, our Members, that you can make a tee time up to 30 days in advance for up to two foursomes. Public play may not make a tee time until 14 days in advance. We know that we cannot conceivably get everyone the perfect tee time on the right day, so please make sure to consult the Club event calendar published at the beginning of the year for dates and events that may interfere with your plans.

We will also update as far in advance as possible additions or subtractions from the calendar. Upcoming Member events include Ladies Member-Guest, October 17-18, Men’s Weekday Member-Guest, October 21, Georgia Senior Open, October 24-25, and Georgia-Florida weekend,October 27-29.

The course will be closed for maintenance and overseeding November 7-11. This is an adjustment to the original dates. Please make your plans accord will gladly assist if you need help with alternate courses or t

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my pleasure to welcome you to The Club at Sea Palms.

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are thrilled to have you and your family as new members. Be sure to check out our upcoming events that the whole family can enjoy. Join us for our upcoming book signings with our members

and John Stamp. The next Chef's Table will be on Tuesday, November 8 with Patrick Hiley of Stoller Estate and Chehalem Estate in Oregon.

I'm always happy to answer any benefit questions that you may have and can be reached by email or phone.

you for being a part of our Sea Palms family.

look forward to seeing you around the Club!

Welcome New Members

Chandler

& Teri Fontaine

& Donna Haines

& Melissa Johnson

& Penny Johnston

& Miriam Lancaster

Cissy Thompson

Michael & Mary- Frances Morgan

& Ericka O'Brien

& Penny Puckett

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Dean & Amy Starr

UPCOMING UPCOMING GOLF EVENTSGOLF EVENTS

Twilight Blitz

Thursday, October 6 • 3:00 p.m. Shotgun

An MGA and Club event for a fun late afternoon 9. Formats change each month for fun and a challenge.

Tee Up & Wine Down

Sunday, October 16 • 5:00 p.m.

Sunday, November 20 • 5:00 p.m.

Members invite your friends, neighbors, or colleagues to come play a little golf, we play a 6person scramble, and enjoy the food and a drink or two while showing off all that Sea Palms has to offer.

Ladies Member-Guest

Monday, October 17• 2:00 p.m.

Tuesday, October 18• 8:30 a.m.

Open to all members of Sea Palms. Entry fee includes all food and beverage activities and trunk show with IBKUL.

Men's Fall Classic Weekday Member-Guest

Friday, October 21 • 12:00 p.m. Shotgun

Event is open to all members of Sea Palms.

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Deborah Smith, Nan Wood, (Overall Champions) & Deanna Kavel Margie Parrott & Brittany Lawson

Carol Sabo, Susan Shipman, Bobbi Rish, & Yvette Miranda

Paul Morrison, Matt Doroff, Bee Carlton & Ron Duncan.

Scott Nelson, Bill Easley, David Kasdin & Don Maxey

Barb Gilmore & Mary Claire Rinoski

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Bud Long, Bill Keim, Gene Hoaster, & Carl Baumgardner George Field, Don Shiver, & Alan Cody.

Charlie & Greg Fox

Loy Atkins, Jim Bouldin, David Scarbrough, & Robert McCammon

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To receive Troon Advantage rates, tee time requests must be made through this online portal only. All tee time requests can be made up to sixty (60) days in advance and are subject to availability.

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AGRONOMY AGRONOMY

The dog days of summer are seemingly behind us, and the Sea Palms agronomy team is beginning preparation for the Fall season and over-seeding of all tees, fairways, collars, and approaches. This will be the first year since 2019 that we aren't over-seeding the greens. Non-over-seeded greens will allow us to have quick and consistent greens throughout the season.

As winter approaches, we will push for continued improvement in turf density and overall quality of the turf stand. This will include cultural practices such as frequent light topdressing of greens and tees and verticutting of greens to increase smoothness and playability of greens.

As the growth of grass slows down, scattering cart traffic will greatly help to protect the turf throughout the winter months allowing for a healthier start to the growing season in 2023.

As always, help protect playing conditions by:

Repairing ball marks

Filling divots

Raking bunkers

Scattering cart traffic

Keeping carts on paths at tees and greens

Obeying daily cart traffic indicators

TO THE MEMBERSTO THE MEMBERS

Dear Club Members of Sea Palms Resort,

Here we are in October,

and before you know it, we will be celebrating the holiday season

The upcoming months here at Sea Palms Resort

to be very exciting with the roll-out of new, seasonal menus in October to hosting fun, new events in the club house.

around the resort are getting closer to being complete, which will continue to improve and elevate the member, guest, and associate experience.

There are many projects currently underway including additional hotel units (30+), completion of new asphalt/striping, brick pavers being laid around the club house for pathways, enhancing the beauty/grounds around our club house with new landscaping, replacement of doors around the club house and more! You'll continue to see new things upgraded and improved around the resort, which will be a welcome change.

As the leader on the resort side of Sea Palms, I can speak very highly of our team's growth and personal development these last few months. We've been able to build on a very positive, uplifting culture, which has been seen throughout the resort.

I'm appreciative of each of you and the continued feedback which many of you have provided these last few months. It's been an honor to meet so many of you and I look forward to meeting more of you in the coming months.

Have a wonderful October. I look forward to seeing you around for the holidays.

SALES

BEVERAGE

BEVERAGE

With the holidays coming up and drawing closer to 2023, we are looking forward to new things coming to Sago.

This past August, we sent out a survey to members to get feedback and input for our new October menu. I'd like to say thank you to everyone who took the time to fill out the survey. By doing so, we will know how to better serve our Sea Palms members and guests.

This Thanksgiving, let Chef Chris and his team take care of cooking for you with our Thanksgiving Buffet on Thursday, November 24. Sago will also be running dinners specials on Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve. Specials are available to view in holiday section of newsletter.

Reminder that Sago will be closed on Christmas Day.

Be sure to bring the family by Sago to our Santa's Workshop every Saturday after Thanksgiving till Christmas from 1-2 p.m.

We look forward to serving you at Sago!

Benjamin J. Clark Director of Food & Beverage

WEEKLY EVENTSWEEKLY EVENTS

TRIVIA NIGHT MONDAYS

Join us every Monday evening for Trivia Night, hosted by Pate Hall. Time• 6:30 p.m.

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WEDNESDAYS

Members, come join us at Sago every Wednesday night for a weekly special & 25% off your total. *Discount does not apply to Happy Hour. Time• 5-9 p.m.

FRIDAY NIGHT

LIVE MUSIC

Enjoy live music by some of the best musicians in the Golden Isles every Friday on the porch at Sago. Time• 6-9 p.m.

ITALIONA TUESDAYS

Enjoy our new Italiono specials: Pork Osso Bucco, Chicken Riggies, & Pappardelle Bolognese

Time• 5-9 p.m.

Live Music Lineup

Oct. 7 • Tony Adams

Oct. 14 • Chris Rider

Oct. 21 • Dave Griffin

Oct. 28 • Phil King

WOMEN & WINE THURSDAYS

Ladies enjoy $5 specialty cocktails & $4 house wines paired with a weekly $10 appetizer feature.

Second & Fourth Thursdays of the month Time• 5-8 p.m.

Nov. 4 • Tony Adams

Nov. 11 • Jim Morgan

Nov. 18 • Annie Akins

Nov. 25 • Phil King

Dec. 2 • Dexter Jones

Dec. 9 • Kellie Parr

Dec. 16 • Annie Akins

SUNDAY BRUNCH BUFFET

Join us every Sunday for classic Southern breakfast & lunch stables.

Time• 10:30 a.m.- 2 p.m.

Dec. 23 • The Vibe

Dec. 30 • Amanda Moore

Chef'sTable

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Bill & Sandra Johanek, Shirley Holbrook, Joan & Frank Cullen

Zach Crosby & Maggie Lesher, Ann & Jim Bouldin

Jim & Janet Shirley, Suzanne & Michael Kane

Kim & Mike Malone, Cissy & Cal Thompson, Pam Garritano & Dale Steffens, Kathi & Chris Hardy

Kelly & Sharon Henson

Anne & Bob Tebbetts, Mary & Charlie Vass

FALL FESTIVITES

At Sea Palms, we have a variety of activities and events for everyone in the family to enjoy. Children can participate in Children's Night crafts or enjoy a viewing of Hotel Transylvania at Flick or Treat. Trick or treaters can stop by Guest Services on Halloween to receive candy.

Bring the whole family to enjoy Family Bingo Night's or to cheer on the Georgia Bulldogs at our watch parties at Sago.

EVENTS CALENDAR

Book Signing with Robyn Barnhardt

Tuesday, October 11 Cypress 5:30-7 p.m.

Family Bingo Saturday, October 15 Musgrove 5-7 p.m.

Flick or Treat Friday, October 21 Cypress 7 p.m.

Halloween at Sea Palms Guest Services Monday, October 31 Children's Night Friday, November 11 Musgrove 6-8 p.m.

Book Signing with John Stamp

Tuesday, November 15 Green Room Foyer 5:30-7 p.m.

Family Bingo Friday, November 18 Ballroom 5-7 p.m.

Looking for a an activity for your child to socialize and express their creativity?

Children's Night at Sea Palms is led by Erica Gillman of The Tinted Tide. Each class, Erica will lead the children in a new pottery painting project. This quarter, children will have the chance to participate in holiday themed projects. They may paint a platter for Thanksgiving and ornaments for Christmas.

Pepperoni and cheese pizzas are provided for the children during this time. Event lasts from 6-8 p.m.

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Children's Night Sarah Mac Jackson

Children's Night Schedule Friday, November 11 in Musgrove Friday, December 16 in Cypress

Family Bingo

Our first Family Bingo could not have gone any better! We had over 100 people in attendance and from our 8 rounds of bingo we had 12 winners who won gift cards to McDonald's, Chic-fil-a, Island Cinema Movie Theater, Whippersnappers Toy Store as well as certificates for a complimentary appetizer at Sago, Wine & Design class or Children's Night. Our host, Bonita Tanner, did a fantastic job hosting not just traditional bingo, but also a lively round of Disney Music bingo. Thank you to all the members and guest who came and participated in our evening of family fun. We look forward to seeing you at bingo again soon!

Signing Events

Book

We are excited to share that two of our Sea Palms members, Robyn Barnhardt and John Stamp, are both published authors and will be hosting book signings this quarter at Sea Palms. The first will be for Robyn's book, "See Life Through Rose-Colored Glasses", on October 11 from 5:30-7 p.m. in the Cypress Room.

Robyn Barnhardt is a freelance writer and artist, who resides in South Georgia. Her passions include her family, friends, making everything beautiful, reading, writing, laughing, using movie quotes in normal conversation, and living a life of intention.

Initially, she considered writing a juicy, Southern, novel. Having been born and raised in the South, God knows she had the material for it. But no matter how hard she tried to change names and scenarios to protect the guilty, she decided that in the end, she would rather be on speaking terms with her friends and family. Because that’s the kind of person she is. Nonconfrontational.

A self-described introvert and armchair therapist, you are likely to find her in the kitchen or bathroom during a fabulous party, discussing the meaning of life with the wait staff. Connection, over idle chit-chat, is always her preference.

Though not a “professional authority” on anything, she has discovered a way of looking at life that is too good to keep to herself. So, she decided to write this book instead. Now she can hand the book out at parties and let the wait staff get back to work. Most days, you can find her appreciating her view of life on Saint Simons Island, Georgia, with her wonderful husband and two amazing children.

Our next book signing will be for John Stamp and his latest novel, "Blood Red Ivory", on Tuesday, November 15 from 5:30-7 p.m.

John Stamp served as a Special Agent with both the NCIS and FBI. He was also a Police Officer in Charleston, South Carolina. He is a native of the Finger Lakes Region of upstate New York and holds a master's degree in Forensic Science from the University of Florida.

John has written seven novels and hosts the “That’s Criminal with John Stamp Podcast.”

To learn more about John's novels and podcast, scan the QR codes below with your camera phone.

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Christmas at Sea Palms

We have so many events lined up for you and the whole family to enjoy, so get your calendars ready.

We kick off the Christmas season with our Christmas Tree

Lighting on Saturday, November 26. Listen to music by a local choir while enjoying complimentary coffee, hot chocolate, and cookies. Children, have your Christmas list ready for your visit with Santa and Mrs. Clause!

Every Saturday from November 26 to December 17 children may visit the clubhouse to decorate and take home their own gingerbread house. Children can enjoy hot chocolate and cookies as well as a Christmas movie as they decorate their gingerbread house and get in the holiday spirit.

Sea Palms welcomes back Bonita Tanner as she hosts another fun evening of Family Bingo Saturday, December 10. Tinted Tides Erica Gillman also returns for Children's Night Friday, December 16 to lead the children in making their own Christmas ornaments.

Don't forget about our annual Member Holiday Social on Wednesday, December 21.

Merry Christmas

Holiday Specials atSea Palms

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14ozCrackedPepperCrustedPrimeRib-Morel

MushroomDemi-FondantPotatoes-BabyGreenBean& CarrotSauté

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HerbPuffPastryCrust-SalmonFilet-LumpCrabWiltedSpinach-LeekButterSauce–MarketVegetables

*IncludesChoice;HouseSalad-CaesarorChef’sSoupofTheDay

ServedwithAssortedDinnerRolls&WhippedButter

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ButterPoachLobster-SmokedBaconWrappedRibEyeWildMushroom&PancettaRisotto-MerlotButterTobaccoOnions–RoastedWinterVegetables

*IncludesChoice;HouseSalad-CaesarorChef’sSoupofTheDay

ServedwithAssortedDinnerRolls&WhippedButter

Thank you both for your excellent work and your commitment to making Sea Palms the best it can be for our members, guests, and fellow associates.

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Sign up for our weekly clinics by text 478-998-0294 or email

Adult Tennis Clinics

Tuesday Intermediate Clinic 10:00-11:30am $25/members and $35/guests

•Focus on stroke technique, rally development and court positioning.

Thursday Cardio Tennis 9:00-10:00am (All Levels Welcome) $20/members and $30/guests

•Hit a lot of balls while getting a great workout!

Friday Drills and Doubles Match Play 10:00-11:30am $25/members and $35/guests

•A mix of drills and match play to take your game to the next level.

Junior Clinics - Wednesdays

$20/members and $30/guests

3:30-4:30 p.m. Ages 4-6

•Focus on hand/eye coordination and introduction to tennis strokes.

4:30-5:30 p.m. Ages 7-12

•Focus on stroke technique, rally development and introduction to match play.

Hope to see you all on the courts soon!

Sarah Black Tennis Instructor

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Jeanne Swindle, Roxy Vazquez,

Burkhart(guest), Kamren Brock (guest), Frank Cullen,

Lindsey Lawing

USTA

Sea Palms Women's USTA Tri-Level (4.0, 3.5, 3.0) begins a 9 week season Saturday, October 15, at 9 a.m. Sea Palms will play matches against Sea Island and two Glynn Academy teams with four matches being played at Sea Palms.

Captain: Liz Meadows, Co-Captain: Rebecca Parmalee Gerit Alexander, Helen Crenshaw, Kelly Hanrahan, Marcia Irwin, Ute Kleeman-Sportschuetz, Debi Miller, Deborah Smith, Meg Spears, Cassie Stewart, Jeanne Swindle , Peaches Thorp, Roxy Vasquez, & Breanna Young.

Interested in joining a USTA team? We'd love to form more teams out of Sea Palms in 2023!

We also look forward to scheduling Round Robins in the new year. All levels welcome, men and women. Watch for information on dates and sign up!

Pictured from left to right: Marie Sigman, Anke Hildreth, Jeanne Swindle, Debi Miller, Peaches Thorp, Helen Crenshaw, Liz Meadows.

Blair McHale Yoga Instructor

YOGA AT SEA PALMSYOGA AT SEA PALMS

Yoga at Sea Palms is a great way to connect to other members while having fun and establishing one’s yoga practice.

We meet in the East Fitness Center twice a week for an all levels vinyasa flow. Our practice is for every body and everybody. All members need to bring with them is a yoga mat and something to drink. Blocks and straps are provided. Meet us on the mat both Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:30-10:30. Cost is $10 for members and $15 for all other friends.

Hope to meet you all soon.

Instructor Blair McHale pictured with her Tuesday yoga class.

MEMBER BENEFITMEMBER BENEFIT

MEMBER PERKMEMBER PERK

Member Discount Rate for Sea Palms:

Members receive 20% off our best available rate.

In order for the discount to be honored, reservations must be booked through our Guest Service Agents by calling +1 (800)-841-6268.

We do require the first night’s deposit at time of booking and cancellations must be made three days prior to arrival for refund of deposit.

If you need to change the dates of stay, please do so at least three days prior to arrival and understand rates are subject to change.

Blackout dates and room limits do apply (four rooms per time period).

Wine & Design

This past quarter we had the privilege to have one of our Sea Palms members, Jennifer Broadus, lead us in an easy step by step class where we made our own landscape paintings. Beautiful job, ladies!

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Hours: 10 a.m.-12 p.m. & 2 p.m.-4 p.m.

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Johnson• Wedding Sales Manager

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Smith• Catering Sales Manager

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