Tavistock News - August 2024 by Tavistock Country Club

STAFF

Clubhouse

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Golf Shop

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Clubhouse Manager

Jack Merget

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Head Golf Professional

Michael Meinsenzahl

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Banquet Manager

Catherine Drew

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Men’s Locker Room Bar

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Ladies Lounge Area

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General Manager

Colin Mack-Allen

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Banquet Manager

Kayla Schaub

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Membership Director

Michelle Scanzano

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Valet

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Controller and Office Manager

Susan Klemick

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Communications Director

David Latimer

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Executive Chef

J. Kelly Morrow

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Greens Superintendent

Victor Frederico

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Food & Beverage Director

Michelle Hawk

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ENTERTAINMENT COMMITTEE

David Woolley

As summer continues to roll along at Tavistock, the Entertainment Committee and our great staff continue to work on providing our members with a diverse line-up of events at the Club.

Come out and enjoy the Entertainment inside the Fulton Room on Friday nights. A great way to see friends and unwind.

The annual National Dog Day at Tavistock has been rebranded to “Pups on the Patio”. This is an event for the entire family, especially your precious pup(s). It will take place on the patio Tuesday, August 27th. Don’t leave your puppies at home, bring them to TCC, where they can dine with the family. We will have a special menu with dishes both you and your dog can choose from. AWA will be at the Club and a complimentary printed family pup photo will be your souvenir. You will also have a chance to win a woof basket with treats and goodies for humans and furry friends. Ala carte reservations are required and a proof of vaccines.

Brewfest is knocking on the TCC door. Get a group of friends together

and celebrate the end of summer in style at the annual Brewfest on Friday, September 6th from 5:00 to 9:00PM. This ever-popular event will be held under the tent and will feature 11 craft breweries: Swedesboro, Whims and Armageddon Hard Ciders will be here for the first time along with Spellbound, Kings Road, Kane, Double Nickel, Anglesea, Gusto, Farm Truck and Bucket Brigade. Chef Kelly will be preparing a tasty buffet and Bob Anderson will provide the live music. Guests are welcome so get your reservations early!

On behalf of the Entertainment Committee, we would like to extend our appreciation for your continued support of the Tavistock entertainment events throughout the year. We have tried to provide you with new events, along with the traditional favorites and your support has been nothing short of amazing!! It is you…..our Membership……who make Tavistock Country Club the social envy of other clubs in the Delaware Valley.

See you at the Club!

SUNSET GRILLE

Friday Nights thru mid-September

CHIP AND SIP

Saturday, August 17th

PUPS ON THE PATIO

Tuesday, August 27th

BREWFEST

Friday, September 6th

CIGAR DINNER

Wednesday, September 18th

SAVE THE DATES

Please hold all reservations for Save The Dates until a formal advertisement is published.

FINE WINE DINNER

Friday, October 4th

DESIGNER BAG BINGO

Wednesday, October 16th

VETERAN’S DAY GOLF OUTING

Monday, October 21st

In Memoriam

Lillian Ragone

Passed on June 18th

EDITORIAL STAFF

Publisher

Joseph Malcarney

Production

David Latimer

Content Coordinator

Michelle Scianni

Contributing Editors

Todd D. Falkenberg

David Latimer

Colin Mack-Allen

Joseph Malcarney

MaryKay Maley

Chef J. Kelly Morrow

Michelle Scanzano

Michelle Scianni

James “Cheech” Shukdinas

David Woolley

Newsletter Contributions

Tavistock News publishes original articles written by members other than our editorial staff. Letters of opinion and varying viewpoints are also solicited. Address your comments to: The Publisher Tavistock News

100 Tavistock Lane Haddonfield, NJ 08033 or email: mscanzano@tavistockcc.com

The comments, opinions, views & recommendations are strictly the authors. They do not represent the opinion of Tavistock News, its staff, its committee, or the Board of Governors of Tavistock Country Club.

Good News

Email your major personal, professional and life milestones to Michelle Scanzano with the subject “Good News.”

Email mscanzano@tavistockcc.com

It Was A Funfair!

ENTERTAINMENT COMMITTEE

Michelle Scianni

It’s a Club Tradition! TCC was transformed into a carnival ground on Thursday, June 27th. Guests were welcomed by colorful balloons and a friendly juggling stilt walker who gave you a taste for what was to come. The smell of buttered popcorn drew you even closer to being entertained by a strolling unicycle juggler, a face painter DJ, thrill acts and a balloon artist. By the sights and sounds of the carnival games there were lots of winners that night. The rock wall and the game truck were new additions to the carnival this year and they were a big hit. As members and guests climbed to the top of the rock wall, they were almost eye level with the hot air balloon. We saw lots of happy and funny faces on the traditional amusement swing ride. Snacks and sweet treats were abundant. Some of the favorites were cotton candy, water ice, fries, hot dogs, burgers and pizza. As the temps dropped and the sun set the carnival started to quiet down and one member said “can’t wait until next year!”

Golf Recaps

WOMEN’S 18-HOLE GROUP

MaryKay Maley

Member/Guest

The 18-Hole Member/Guest event on June 4th was a resounding success, with over 60 golfers dressed in their most fashionable golf attire and enjoying the fantastic weather on the course. Special Thanks to Karen Thornton for her tireless efforts in making this event memorable and successful. Kudos to all our event winners. The team of Larissa Crompton, Sofia Endres, Christine Sky, and Angela Rekant claimed the first-place net spot, while Susie Kirk, Andrea Klause, Lori Sullivan, and Caroline Kirsch secured the first-place gross.

Club Championship

Congratulations to Susie Kirk on winning the Women’s Tavistock 2024 Club Championship!

Charity Event

Please mark your Calendars! Tavistock’s Women’s Golf Association’s Charity Event will take place on Wednesday, September 18th benefiting Women’s Golfers Give Back (WGGB). Their mission is to enrich girls’ lives by providing access to golf through programs that teach golf skills, foster connections, and promote leadership and character development for girls who would not otherwise have the opportunity.

The event will feature both 9-hole and 18-hole tournaments, and guests are welcome and encouraged. Please sign up for this fun day. Registration is now open on ForeTees. We would love to see this event sold out! A special thank you to Susie Kirk for Chairing this event.

18-Hole

Tuesday, August 6

Tuesday, August 13

Thursday, August 15 Women’s 18-Hole Clinic

Tuesday, August 20

Round 2 Queen Bee

Tuesday, August 27

Gross Winners: Susie Kirk, Andrea Klause, Lori Sullivan, and Caroline Kirsch

Net Winners: Angela Rekant, Chrissy Sky, Larissa Crompton, and Sophia Endres

Congratulations to Susie Kirk and Lori Sullivan, Gross Winners of the Women’s 18-Hole Member/Member!

Women’s 9-Hole Group Upcoming Events

Thursday, August 1st

Women’s Clinic 10:00 AM Irons

Wednesday, August 7th

Monthly Tournament - Odd Numbered Holes Back 9

Wednesday, August 14th Open Play Back 9

Wednesday, August 21st Open Play Back 9

Wednesday, August 28th Open Play Back 9

Thursday, August 29th Women’s Clinic 10:00 AM Woods

Wednesday, September 4th Tavistock Invitational

Tee Sheet Restrictions

Rules:

Guests limited 5 rounds

SOA limited to 10 rounds

NRG limited to 10 rounds

SOG limited to 5 rounds

JA may play after 3 pm each day

The Golf Association of Philadelphia official score posting season has begun. Please post all your scores at any of the scoring kiosks located in the golf shop, Men’s and Women’s locker rooms. You may also post your score in the Club’s ForeTees app or by downloading the USGA GHIN app on your smartphone. The posting season goes through November.

Dawn To Dusk Golf Marathon COMMUNICATIONS DEPARTMENT

Michelle Scianni

Congratulations to John Plower and Adam Bracy who played 126 holes here at Tavistock on Monday, June 24th. By doing so they were able to raise a total of $14,041 for the J. Wood Platt Caddie Scholarship Trust. A huge thank you to all 90 members that contributed!

Seasonal Reminders

DRESS CODE

Now that the 2024 season is upon us please visit the House Rules on the Club’s website to familiarize yourself with the dress code on the course and around the Clubhouse.

SHOE CHANGING POLICY

Changing shoes should be done in the Golf Shop or Locker Room and more specifically not in the parking lot.

ROSTER VISIBILITY

Please check your Roster listing on the TCC website and make sure the visibility of your personal information meets your preferences. If you would like to be more accessible by other TCC members, please make sure your contact information is made visible.

OTHER REMINDERS

No cell phone conversations in the Member Dining Areas.

Please make dining reservations so we can better serve you.

No ripped jeans. Shirts should be tucked in. Athletic wear before noon only. Hats off in the Clubhouse.

Pictured: Men’s Member/Member Overall Champions, Anthony Van Dervort & Michael Klufas

Pictured: 2024 Women’s Club Champion, Susie Kirk

Pictured: 2024 Men’s Club Champion, Douglass Ergood (right) and Runner Up, Sean McMonagle (left)

Welcome Bryan Mattlingly! OUR NEW ASSISTANT GOLF PROFESSIONAL!

Meet Bryan Mattingly! Bryan and his wife Abbey live in Medford Lakes, NJ. A graduate of Shawnee High School and of the University of Tampa with a Bachelors Degree in Advertising, Marketing & Public Communications. He is a PGA Professional with seven years of Industry experience. He has held positions at The Ford Field & River Club (GA) - Head Golf Professional, Red Rocks Country Club (CO) - Head Golf Professional, and Medford Lakes Country Club (NJ) - Assistant Golf Professional. Bryan brings a strong background in tournament operations, instructing, & merchandising. He loves golfing, skiing, camping, & traveling with his family in his spare time.

GAP Corner

THE GOLF ASSOCIATION OF PHILADELPHIA

A pair of GAP/AGA Coal Scuttle championships will take place in September. Huntsville Golf Club in Shavertown, Pa. welcomes the 42nd Senior Coal Scuttle Championship on Thursday, Sept. 12th. The event is open to all GAP Member Clubs. Teams must feature a minimum of four club representatives 55 years of age or older. The 74th GAP/AGA Men’s Coal Scuttle Championship is set for Saturday, Sept. 21st at Berwick Golf Club in Berwick, Pa. and Sunday, Sept. 22nd at Glen Oak Country Club in Clarks Summit, Pa. The event is also open to all GAP Member Clubs. A club must field a minimum of five individuals per team. For more information, or to register for the Coal Scuttle championships, visit www.gapgolf.org and click “AGA” in the “View Schedules” bar.

Four GAP Member Play Day events will take place September. The schedule is as follows: Laurel Creek Country Club in Mt. Laurel, N.J. (Sept. 9th); Bala Golf Club in Philadelphia, Pa. (Sept. 16th); Conestoga Country Club in Lancaster, Pa. (Sept. 16th) and Indian Valley Country Club in Telford, Pa. (Sept. 30th). GAP Member Play Days are open to all amateur GAP members, 19 years of age or older, who carry a valid USGA Handicap Index. Any GAP Member Play Days participant may request positions for up to four individuals. For more information, contact Jason Funderburg at 610-6872340 ext. 0022 or via email at jfunderburg@gapgolf.org.

The latest GAPTV pilot aims to highlight halfway houses in the Greater Philadelphia region. How important is your club’s halfway house to the dynamic? Does it offer a unique food or drink? Is it part of the club chatter? What makes it special? Let’s check it out. Contact Martin D. Emeno, Jr., GAP Director of Operations and Communications, at memeno@gapgolf.org if any of the aforementioned apply.

Joseph Malcarney

Meet Gene DiMedio

Where and when did you start playing golf?

I was 20 years old at Ramblewood Country Club with my future father-in-law. When I started there, it was only 18 holes and I saw the new nine develop.

How long have you been at Tavistock and who was your sponsor when coming into the Club? I came in 1976 and Gene Mariano was my sponsor.

Most memorable playing moment at TCC?

I won the President’s Cup with Fred Dunhour and the two-day member guest.

What is your favorite hole at TCC and why?

Hole #1 because it’s not the hardest hole but there is the anxiety you get when teeing off. #16 has been the toughest on me. I did witness two holes in one there though, Rich Lawnicki and John Conway.

What is your go to meal at TCC?

I go with the ahi tuna.

If we put a “DiMedio Special” at the halfway house, what would it be?

A hotdog with the works!

Who would be in your bucket list golf group at TCC?

Dave Wilson is in there. I would round it out with Craig Remington and Barry Falkenberg. That’s the group that I played most of my rounds with at TCC.

When you aren’t enjoying TCC what else are you doing?

I love to spend time in Ocean City, NJ where I like to boat and fish.

Most memorable personal golfing moment?

I have a hole in one at Merchantville Country Club. It was on hole #6 and I never saw it go in. I still have the ball and they gave me a plaque.

What is one thing you’ve done at TCC that you consider to be proud of?

Being a Board Member would be it. I was a Board member for 27 years. Overcoming the challenges with that group such as the drop of wait list members in 2008 and the sudden loss of George Wolf.

Favorite event or tradition at TCC?

Opening Day and the President’s Ball. The President’s Ball was always a beautiful event. From the black tie and big party, it was always the event of the year.

What’s your favorite course outside of TCC?

Pebble Beach – every hole with ocean views is just spectacular. I like to play golf quickly, but I wouldn’t mind a six hour round there.

One thing you could add or change at TCC?

Membership at TCC as affordable as possible. We have always been proud to make it a great place but affordable.

What do you like most about Tavistock?

The staff and the members. The people are just wonderful, they make the Club what it is.

Tee-Rific Golf Tip of the Month

GOLF SHOP

James ”Cheech” Shukdinas, PGA Assistant Golf Professional

What’s the best way to get out of a sand trap?

Sand traps, or “The Beach” as we golfers call them, are not as hard to get out of as people make them to be. The key is having the proper technique, and a little confidence. Scan the QR code below to see a video will show you a couple simple moves that will take your sand game to a new level.

Dining Hours

Sunday Breakfast

8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Lunch + Lounge

Tuesday – Sunday

11:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Dinner + Lounge

Tuesday – Thursday

5:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Friday-Saturday

5:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Sunday

4:00 PM – 9:00 PM

No Lounge Service Between Lunch and Dinner

Men’s Lounge Bar

Monday-Friday

1:30 PM – 9:00 PM

Saturday – Sunday

11:00 AM – 8:00 PM

BAR CLOSING HOURS

TCC Bars close at 2:00 AM

Last call is 1:40 AM.

All members and guests must exit the Club by 2:00 AM.

The bar will close:

Monday – Friday 9:00 PM

Saturday – Sunday 8:00 PM if there are no members to serve.

What’s Cookin’ at TCC

A COOL SUMMER DIP RECIPE

Chef J. Kelly Morrow

Ingredients:

5 chopped green onions

8 oz shredded cheddar cheese

1 ½ cup mayonnaise

½ cup bacon bits

½ cup slivered almond

Mix all ingredients together and chill for two hours or until ready to serve.

Best with crackers of your choice or impress your guests with the below cracker recipe to dip into.

Cheddar Crackers

Ingredients:

8 ounces sharp cheddar, finely grated

1 cup all-purpose flour

4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) butter, cut into pieces

1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt

Pinch of cayenne

3 tablespoons ice water

Directions:

1. Put the cheddar, flour, butter, salt, seasoned salt and cayenne in a food processor and pulse until the mixture resembles sand. Add the ice water and pulse until the dough comes together.

2. Form the dough into a ball, wrap in plastic and refrigerate for one hour.

3. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.

4. Line a baking sheet with a silicone baking mat.

5. Roll out the dough to 1/4-inch thickness and cut it into squares with a pizza cutter. Use a wooden skewer to poke a small hole in the center of each square.

6. Transfer to the prepared baking sheet and bake until golden brown, 15 to 17 minutes. Allow it to cool before packing up.

Enjoy!

Wear It Proudly

We would like to know where you traveled to recently. Whether on vacation, business travel, destination weddings or more…were you wearing any Tavistock gear? Inquiring readers want to know. Submit a picture from your vacation spot wearing your Tavistock gear and we would be happy to publish it in the Newsletter. Let’s see who traveled the furthest and was sporting the Tavistock logo? Please submit to Michelle Scianni at mscianni@tavistockcc.com

The Possumato’s were on the plane when they both realized they had left all their Tavistock labeled gear at home that they were planning to wear while overseas. So instead, they got a picture of Tavistock Lane in the Covent Garden section of London.

Pictured: Anthony Van Dervort, Jr., Jake Klaus and Tommy Dodson playing at Bethpage Black in New York and representing TCC at the end of June.

The Membership Committee has approved the following Tavistock Country Club prospective member applications to be posted to the membership at large:

Class Candidate Business Sponsor

SOG Thomas Higgins Director Brian Kraemer Black Rock

SOG Tom McBride Wealth Advisor

Jack Kelly Nuveen

SOG James Mower Vice President Lloyd Adams SAP (Software/Tech)

SOG John Roy President Jack Kelly Redfin

SOG Scott Ward

Call Routing Support

Mary Jo Agin Bank of America

These name(s) are hereby “posted” for the next 30 days. Upon no objection from the membership and after membership committee review, they will be interviewed by the membership committee as classification openings become available. Any objections to an applicant should be addressed to the Membership Chairman within 30 days.

Anthony Van Dervort – Membership Chairman 100 Tavistock Lane Haddonfield, NJ 08033

tvandervort@kbadmin.com

Welcome New Members

Meet Andrea Cronin, DDS! Andrea resides in Haddonfield, NJ with her daughter Juliana. Andrea is self-employed and the owner of Rittenhouse Smiles in Philadelphia, PA. She graduated from Rutgers University and continued her education as a graduate student at Meharry Medical College in Nashville, TN where she earned her DDS degree. She likes to spend time with her family, travel, walk, dance and play golf. She’s looking forward to the social aspect of the Club and meeting new members. She finds TCC relaxing and inviting and looks forward to bringing her team and colleagues to the Club for dining. She also looks forward to playing golf on the beautiful course. See you on the greens!

Sponsor: Virginia Webb

Meet Nick Sirianni! Nick resides in Haddonfield, NJ with his wife Brett and their three children Jacob, Taylor and Miles. Nick is the Head Coach of the Philadelphia Eagles. He graduated from University of Mount Union in Alliance, OH. He’s interested in sports, outdoor activities, golf and considers himself a foodie. He’s excited to join such a premier Club and likes that it is close to home. He is looking forward to dining here with his family and playing golf. Welcome to the Club! Sponsor: Greg Rego

Meet John Walter! John resides in Haddon Township, NJ with his wife Bonnie. He has three grown children. John is self-employed as an Equity Trader/Investor. He graduated from Penn State University, University Park, PA with an Undergraduate degree and earned his MBA from Penn State as well. He likes to fly fish, is a sports enthusiast and enjoys carpentry and woodworking. He was a previous member when his children were younger. His family very much enjoyed all aspects of the Club then and now that he is an empty nestor he is looking forward to meeting new members and taking advantage of all the Club has to offer once again. Welcome back and we look forward to meeting you!

Sponsor: Bob Kiep

Save The Date Events

Here’s a look ahead at all the events coming soon to TCC! Please hold all reservations for the following Save the Dates until a formal advertisement is published.

HALLOWEEN AT TCC

Friday, October 25th and Saturday, October 26th

ANNIVERSARY BALL

Saturday, November 16th

THANKSGIVING AT TCC

Thursday, November 28th

Do you have a scenic photo taken on the Club grounds that you would like to share? If so, email Michelle Scianni at mscianni@tavistockcc.com. We may publish it in a future Newsletter.