December 2024
2024 BOG OFFICERS
President Ladson Montgomery
President Elect Will Morgan
Immediate Past President Stephen Frick, Jr
Secretary.......................................Melinda Stivers
Treasurer.................................... Bucky Buchanan
CLUB MANAGEMENT
General Manager Stephen Whitson stephen whitson@sjccjax com
Chief Financial Officer............................Brian Nay brian.nay@sjccjax.com
Member Billing Cydnie Forrest cydnie forrest@sjccjax com
Director of Membership Sales Amanda Anderson amanda anderson@sjccjax com
Marketing & Communications.....Savannah Watson savannah.shettler@sjccjax.com
Executive Chef Michael Ayres michael ayres@sjccjax com
Director of Catering.....................Brittany Williams brittany.williams@sjccjax.com
Food & Beverage Manager Jessica Burns jessica burns@sjccjax com
Superintendent Josh Urbanec josh urbanec@sjccjax com
Director of Golf...............................Todd Bork, PGA todd bork@sjccjax com
Head Golf Professional Josh Wolfe, PGA josh wolfe@sjccjax com
Director of Tennis Marie Waller marie waller@sjccjax com
Director of Fitness & Aquatic Randy Woodrum randy woodrum@sjccjax com
HOURS OF OPERATION
Clubhouse (904)-733-2020
Tuesday & Sunday- 10:00am to 6:00pm
Wednesday-Saturday- 10:00am to 9:00pm Monday- Clubhouse Closed
Donald Ross Dining Room (904)-733-2020 ext. 360
Tuesday & Sunday- 11:00am-3:00pm
Wednesday-Saturday- 11:00am-3:00pm & 5:00pm-9:00pm
*Bar service will continue one hour past food service. Tuesday & Sunday the bar closes at 6:00pm Monday- Dining Closed
Men's Lounge
(904)-733-2020 ext. 147
Tuesday-Sunday- 10:00am-4:00pm Closed Monday
Golf Course & Practice Facilities (904)-733-2020 ext. 131
Tuesday-Sunday- 8:00am to Dusk Closed Monday
Golf Shop
(904)-733-2020 ext. 131
Tuesday-Sunday- 7:00am-6:00pm Closed Monday
Tennis Pro Shop
(904)-733-2020 ext. 139
Monday-Friday- 8:00am-7:00pm Saturday- 8:00am-5:00pm Sunday- 10:00am-5:00pm
Fitness Center (904)-733-2020 ext. 121
Monday-Friday- 5:00am-8:30pm
Saturday- 8:00am-6:00pm Sunday- 10:00am-5:00pm
Cubs Corner (904)-431-0116
Monday-Friday - 8:00am-2:00pm and 3:00pm-8:00pm Saturday- 8:00am-2:00pm Kids Club Dinner- Fridays- 6:00pm-10:00pm, Reservations Required
Dear Members,
Wow! Twelve months passed by extremely fast as your President. I would like to chalk that up to a very busy year. We completed the Tennis, Pool, and Fitness Center renovation (longer than expected, but if you have ever been involved in renovations, you certainly understand). We sought member input and completed our strategic plan which will guide us for the next decade. Our management and staff will be implementing our plan as we continue to improve our club experiences for our members
Fortunately, I get to travel and visit many clubs across the US Each visit, I reflect back to San Jose and what it means to me and my family
Three generations of Montgomery’s have made San Jose a part of our lives providing great memories and experiences A country club is not a necessity, but rather an amenity You get out of it what you put into it and help create your own memories Enjoy the club- make new friends and reconnect with old friends but enjoy every time you get to visit our club
I would like to thank the Board of Governors for their time and dedication this past year. Outgoing board members Eric Blocker, Jamie Olinto, Hans Vanden Noort and Bois Farrar, we appreciate your time and service in guiding the club. The new officers for 2025 are Will MorganPresident, Doug Saunders, -President elect, Bucky Buchanan- Treasurer, and Jim Tilbrook- Secretary. San Jose is in good hands moving forward
I would like to thank Stephen and his department heads and staff for all their efforts this year They have been great to work with as they continued to raise the level of our member experiences Thank you, Lisa, for all your support and understanding of the time commitment and numerous meetings San Jose is a special place for us both
Thank you again for the honor to serve as your Club President for 2024 2025 is just around the corner and San Jose will continue to thrive because of our members.
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!
See you at the club!
Sincerely,
Ladson Montgomery
San Jose Club President
MEMBERSHIP MATTERS DECEMBER EDITION
As we approach this season of gratitude, I want to take a moment to express my sincere appreciation for the warm welcome I have received since joining the San Jose Country Club team. It has been a pleasure getting to know many of you, and I look forward to what the future holds as we continue to build upon the club's remarkable legacy.
In the spirit of reflection and appreciation, I’d like to remind you of a couple of exciting opportunities available through our Legacy Program and Referral Promotion.
Legacy Program
Our Legacy Program allows members to honor the club's traditions by offering special initiation fee pricing for the next generation of family members If you know of any family members who may be interested in joining the club, this program is a great way to encourage them to become part of our community, creating lasting memories for years to come If you would like more details, please feel free to reach out to me directly
Referral Promotion
Additionally, we are currently offering a limited-time Referral Promotion to thank you for your support in helping us grow our membership When you refer a friend or family member to join the club, you will receive six months of free dues This is a wonderful opportunity to share your enthusiasm for the club while enjoying some benefits in return
I am here to assist you with any questions you may have or to provide more information about these programs, contact me directly at amanda anderson@sjccjax com Thank you once again for your support and for making me feel like part of the San Jose family. I look forward to a wonderful holiday season and an exciting year ahead.
Cheers, Amanda Anderson
Membership Director
Alex Bockhorst and Lex Sanicola
& Kimberly Sisisky
Kirk, Alaina, Hunter, Jackson & Avery Johanson
and Kristin Ammon
Zach
Jacqueline Sanicola
Richard
FOOD
BEVERAGE EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES
WEDNESDAY // DECEMBER 4
Wreath Workshop
5:30pm-7:30pm
$75+ Per Person Includes Instruction, Materials, Light Bites & Drinks!
SUNDAY // DECEMBER 22
Santa’s Workshop
11:00am-2:00pm
$60+ Per Family
$25+ Per Additional House (Includes Breakfast Buffet)
TUESDAY // DECEMBER 31
$15+
FOOD & BEVERAGE NEWS & EVENTS
SAN JOSE HAPPY HOUR
TUESDAY-SATURDAY
3:00pm-6:00pm
Greetings San Jose Country Club Members,
The holiday season is upon us, and we are excited to invite you to register for our upcoming events!
Join us for our annual Santa Brunch a festive celebration that you won’t want to miss Be sure to make your dining reservations today to secure your spot!
In addition, we are thrilled to announce this year’s marquee kids event: Santa’s Workshop It promises to be a delightful experience for our younger members with gingerbread house making, crafts, story time with Santa and so much more!
As we approach the New Year, consider starting the evening with us at our NYE Happy Hour, followed by our NYE Prefixed Dinner. Don’t forget to make your dining reservations to join in the festivities.
We look forward to celebrating this special season with you!
Warm regards,
Michael Ayres, Executive Chef & The Entire Culinary Staff
Nick’s Cup
GOLF NEWS AND EVENTS
GOLF SHOP SALE
December 3rd
ear San Jose Members,
we enter the holiday season here at the golf shop, we ’ re excited to share some portant reminders and updates with you. Please note that all 2024 guest passes will pire on December 31, 2024. Be sure to purchase your new 2025 passes to continue ving money on your guest fees.
A gentle reminder: push carts and golf bags are not permitted in the golf shop hallway We appreciate your cooperation in keeping our space clear
SNAG JUNIOR GOLF
December 7th
December 7th
SNAG JUNIOR GOLF
December 14th
December 18th-19th
We’re kicking off the holiday season with a big sale in the golf shop, alongside our Annual Nicks Cup event. Additionally, we have plenty of SNAG junior golf classes available for registration, perfect for young golfers looking to learn and improve.
Please remember that we will be CLOSED on Christmas Day. However, the course will be open on Christmas Eve until 4:00 PM.
We look forward to a busy holiday season and hope to see you out on the course!
If you have any questions or need any assistance please email todd bork@sjccjax com or call the golf shop at (904)-733-2020 ext. 131
Best Regards,
Todd Bork Golf Shop Management
December 24th CLOSED AT 4:00PM
January 1st
Dear San Jose Members,
On behalf of Golf Course Maintenance, we want to wish you all a safe and happy holiday season.
Thank you to all the members who have reached out with kind words of encouragement or extending a simple thank you. We appreciate all your support and look forward to seeing you on course!
Happy Holidays!
Cordially,
Josh Urbanec Golf Course Superintendent
ed a fun evening while giving back to the munity at the JTTownsend Foundation at Top Golf. Stephanie Connelly Eiswerth successful outing, winning the raffle
TENNIS NEWS AND EVENTS
SPRING JUNIOR CLINICS - STARTS IN JANUARY!
Coach Erika Swanson will be heading up the younger groups, and we are excited to offer more options than we have had in the past.
Yellow Ball
M, T & W | 4:30 - 6:00pm
Ages 11+ | $33
Orange Ball
Green Ball M T & TH | 4:30-6:00pm Ages 9+ | $33
M, T & W | 3:30-4:30pm Ages 7+ | $25 Red Ball M, TU, TH & F | 3:30-4:15pm Ages 5+ | $22
Beginner Green
W | 4:30pm-5:30pm
Ages 9+ | $25
Fun Friday Match Play F | 4:30pm-6:00pm Orange, Green & Yellow Ball | $30
For more information: Erika Swanson revten@yahoo.com or Dorian Porada dorian.porada@sjccjax.com
MEN’S ROUND ROBIN
DECEMBER 16TH FROM 6:30PM-9:00PM
FUN PICKLEBALL FACTS:
1). Origins:
Pickleball was invented in 1965 by three fathers in Washington state as a family-friendly game for all ages
2). Court Size:
A pickleball court is 20 feet wide and 44 feet long for both singles & doubles, making it smaller than a tennis court
3). Unique Scoring:
Pickleball uses a unique scoring system where only the serving team can score points, and games are typically played to 11, 15 or 21 points
4). Popularity Boom:
Pickleball is one of the fastest-growing sports in the USA, with millions of players participating in leagues and tournaments.
HOLIDAY PRO SHOP HOURS:
The Tennis Pro Shop will be closed on Christmas Day and New Year’s Day. We will also close at 1:00 p.m. on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve. Check with the pro shop for other hours during the holiday season.
USTA LEAGUES:
The winter adult USTA leagues are now forming and will begin in January 2025. Anyone interested should contact Dorian (Men) or Marie (Women).
Adult 40 & Over (2 5, 3 0, 3 5, 4 0, 4 5, 5 0) – 4 doubles/1 singles (Men-Saturdays/Women-Sundays)
Adult 55 & Over (6 0, 7 0, 8 0, 9 0) – 3 lines of doubles (Men-Sundays/Women- Saturdays a m )
Adult 65 & Over (6 0, 7 0, 8 0) - 3 lines of doubles (Men-Tuesdays a m /Women – Mondays a m )
Mixed 40 & Over (6 0, 7 0, 8 0, 9 0, 10 0) -3 lines of doubles levels 7 0-10 0 (Friday nights) Tri-Level 18 & over – 3 lines of doubles – various levels and weeknight evenings
FITNESS & AQUATICS NEWS AND EVENTS
RANDY WOODRUM
DearMembers,
HappyHolidaysfromallofusatTheFitnessCenter!Wearedelightedtobeopenduring thisfestiveseasonandareheretosupportourmembersinstayinghealthyandfit throughouttheholidays.SinceouropeninginNovember,we'veseenawonderful increaseinparticipation,withmanymembersenjoyingourfitnessamenitiesand attendingourdailyclasses.Wearecurrentlyoffering20complimentarygroupexerciseclasses,alongwith avarietyofweightmachines,cardioequipment,andplate-loadedmachinesdesignedtoaccommodateall fitnesslevelsatSJCC.Ourskilledserviceprovidersareavailableforpersonaltraining,physicaltherapy, Pilatesreformersessions,massagetherapy,estheticiantreatments,andcorrectiveexercisetreatments, allaimedathelpingyoureachyourfitnessgoalswhileenjoyingyourexperienceatSJCC.Aswecontinueto refineouroperationalproceduresandtrainourstaff,weappreciatethesupportandfeedbackfromour members.YourinputhasbeeninvaluableinhelpingusenhancethefitnessexperienceatSJCC.Wewill soonbeannouncingourGrandOpeningCocktailHour,andwelookforwardtoinvitingallmembersfora festiveeveningwithfriendsandfamily.
Wishingyouandyourlovedonesajoyfulholidayseason!
Sincerely,
RandyWoodrum DirectorofFitness
Monday
group fitness classes DECEMBER 2024
5:45am 6:35am 9:00am 10:00am 10:00am 11:00am 4:00pm 6:00pm Thursday Tuesday
AroundTheWorld-Laurie
AroundTheWorld-Laurie
Yogalates-Debbi
AnythingGoes-Laurie
AquaFit(Seasonal)
ForeverinMotion-Laurie
GolfFitness-Randy
RaveSpin-Jerri
MasterSwim(Seasonal)
GowiththeFlow-Sydney
YouthCertificationProgram-Randy
AnythingGoes-Darren
Wednesday
TurboHIIT-Laurie
SpintheHits-Laurie
MindoverMat(ter)-Debbi
AquaFit(Seasonal)
TaiChi-Laurie
RaisetheBarre-Natalia
MasterSwim(Seasonal)
RaisetheBarre-Natalia
YouthCertificationProgram-Randy
Friday
IronImpact-Darren
IronImpact-Darren
DanceFusion-Debbi
AquaFit(Seasonal)
Balance,Strength&Stretch-Laurie
Saturday
8:00am 9:00am 10:00am
9:00am 10:00am 4:00pm 9:00am 10:00am 4:00pm 6:00pm 5:45am 6:35am 9:00am 10:00am 11:00am 6:00pm 5:45am 6:35am 10:00am 10:00am 11:00am
TourdeSanJose-Joy
Yogalates-Joy
OneMoreRep-Laurie
PleasecontactRandyWoodrumwithanyquestionsorconcerns:randy.woodrum@sjccjax.com
CUBSCORNER
CHOCOLATEREINDEERCOOKIES INGREDIENTS
2-3/4cupsall-purposeflour 1-1/4teaspoonsbakingsoda 1/2teaspoonsalt
3/4cupbutter,cubed 1-1/2cupspackedbrownsugar
2tablespoonswater
2cupssemisweetchocolatechips
2largeeggs,roomtemperature 1/2teaspoonalmondextract
1can(16ounces)chocolatefrosting
Candyeyes
Reese'sminiwhitepeanutbuttercups
Miniaturepretzels
PeanutbutterM&M's
INSTRUCTIONS
Whisktogetherflour,bakingsodaandsalt.Placebutter,brownsugarandwater inalargesaucepan;cookandstiroverlowheatuntilbutterismelted.Remove fromheat;stirinchocolatechipsuntilsmooth.Stirineggsandextract.Stirinflour mixture Letstanduntilfirmenoughtoshape,about15minutes Tofreezedough,shapeleveltablespoonsofdoughintoballs;flatteneachto1/4-in. thickness.Placeinacoveredcontainer,separatinglayerswithwaxedpaper; freezeuntilfirm.(Maybefrozenupto3months.)
Tobake,preheatovento350.Placefrozendoughportions2in.apartongreased bakingsheets.Bakeuntilset,12-14minutes.Removefrompanstowireracks;cool completely.
Spreadcookieswithfrosting,reservingasmallamountformouths Decoratefaces withcandyeyes;addpeanutbuttercupsforsnouts,pretzelsforantlersandM&M's fornoses.Pipemouthswithreservedfrosting. DECEMBER 6TH:
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