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TOP 10 WAYS TO PREPARE FOR
RETIREMENT
Remember
Saving Matters!
Financial security in retirement doesn’t just happen. It takes planning and commitment and, yes, money.
FACTS
✔ Only about half of Americans have calculated how much they need to save for retirement.
✔ The average American spends roughly 20 years in retirement. Putting money away for retirement is a habit we can all live with.
1. START SAVING, KEEP SAVING, & STICK TO YOUR GOALS!
If you are already saving, whether for retirement or another goal, keep going! You know that saving is a rewarding habit. If you’re not saving, it’s time to get started.
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Start small if you have to and try to increase the amount you save each month. The sooner you start saving, the more time your money has to grow. Devise a plan, stick to it, and set goals. Remember, it’s never too early or too late to start saving.
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2. KNOW YOUR RETIREMENT NEEDS!
Retirement is expensive. Experts estimate that you will need 70 to 90 percent of your preretirement income to maintain your standard of living when you stop working. Take charge of your financial future. The key to a secure retirement is to plan ahead.
3. CONTRIBUTE TO YOUR EMPLOYER’S RETIREMENT SAVINGS PLAN!
If your employer offers a retirement savings plan, such as a 401(k) plan, sign up and contribute all you can. Your taxes will be lower, your company may kick in more, and automatic deductions make it easy. Over time, compound interest and tax deferrals make a
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big difference in the amount you will accumulate. Find out about your plan. For example, how much would you need to contribute to get the full employer contribution and how long would you need to stay in the plan to get the money.
4. LEARN ABOUT YOUR EMPLOYER’S PENSION PLAN!
If your employer has a traditional pension plan, check to see if you are covered by the plan and understand how it works. Ask for an individual benefit statement to see what your benefit is worth. Before you change jobs, find out what will happen to your pension benefit. Learn what benefits you may have from a previous employer. Find out if you will be entitled to benefits from your spouse’s plan.
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5. CONSIDER BASIC INVESTMENT PRINCIPLES!
How you save can be as important as how much you save. Inflation and the type of investments you make play important roles in how much you’ll have saved at retirement. Know how your savings or pension plan is invested. Learn about your plan’s investment options and ask questions. Put your savings in different types of investments. By diversifying this way, you are more likely to reduce risk and improve return. Your investment mix may change over time depending on a number of factors such as your age, goals, and financial circumstances. Financial security and knowledge go hand in hand.
6. DON’T TOUCH YOUR RETIREMENT SAVINGS!
If you withdraw your retirement savings now, you’ll lose principal and interest and you may lose tax benefits or have to pay withdrawal penalties. If you change jobs, leave your savings invested in your current retirement plan, or roll them over to an IRA or your new employer’s plan.
7. ASK YOUR EMPLOYER TO START A PLAN!
If your employer doesn’t offer a retirement plan, suggest that it start one. There are a number of retirement saving plan options available. Your employer may be able to set up a simplified plan that can help both you and your employer.
8. PUT MONEY INTO AN INDIVIDUAL RETIREMENT ACCOUNT!
You can put up to $6,500 a year into an individual Retirement Account (IRA); you can contribute even more if you are 50 or older. You can also start with much less. IRAs also provide tax advantages. When you open an IRA, you have two options – a traditional IRA or Roth IRA. The tax treatment of your contributions and withdrawals will depend on which option you select. Also, the after-tax value of your withdrawal will depend on
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inflation and the type of IRA you choose. IRAs can provide an easy way to save. You can set it up so that an amount is automatically deducted from your checking or savings account and deposited in the IRA.
9. FIND OUT ABOUT YOUR SOCIAL SECURITY BENEFITS!
On average, Social Security retirement benefits replace 40 percent of pre-retirement income for retirement beneficiaries. The amount of your wages that Social Security retirement benefits replace varies depending on your earnings and the age you choose to start receiving benefits. You may be able to estimate your benefit by using the retirement estimator on the Social Security Administration’s website.
10. ASK QUESTIONS!
While these tips are meant to point you in the right direction, you’ll need more information. Talk to your employer, your bank, your union, or a financial adviser. Ask questions and make sure you understand the answers. Get practical advice and act now.
Courtesy of US Dept. of Labor
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2026 PGA TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE DATES
TOURNAMENT
PREVIOUS WINNER
JAN 15 - 18
Sony Open in Hawaii Waialae Country Club Honolulu, HI • USA
JAN 22 -25
The American Express Pete Dye Stadium Course La Quinta, CA • USA
CBS, NBC, GOLF, ESPN+, SXM
JAN 29 - FEB 1
Farmers Insurance Open Torrey Pines Golf Course (South Course) San Diego, CA • USA
CBS, NBC, GOLF, ESPN+, SXM
FEB 5 - 8
WM Phoenix Open TPC Scottsdale (Stadium Course) Scottsdale, AZ • USA
CBS, NBC, GOLF, ESPN+, SXM
FEB 12 - 15
AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Ann Pebble Beach Golf Links Pebble Beach, CA • USA
CBS, NBC, GOLF, ESPN+, SXM
FEB 19 - 22
The Genesis Invitational The Riviera Country Club Pacific Palisades, CA • USA
CBS, NBC, GOLF, ESPN+, SXM
FEB 26 - MAR 1
Cognizant Classic PGA National Resort (The Champion Course) Palm Beach Gardens, FL • USA
CBS, NBC, GOLF, ESPN+, SXM
MARCH 5 - 8
Arnold Palmer Invitational Arnold Palmer’s Bau Hill Club & Lodge Orlando, FL • USA
CBS, NBC, GOLF, ESPN+, SXM
MARCH 5 - 8
Puerto Rico Open Grand Reserve Golf Club Rio Grande, Puerto Rico
CBS, NBC, GOLF, ESPN+, SXM
MARCH 12 - 15
THE PLAYERS Championship TPC Sawgrass (THE PLAYERS Stadium Course) Ponte Vedra Beach, FL • USA
CBS, NBC, GOLF, ESPN+, SXM
MARCH 19 - 22
Valspar Championship Innisbrook Resort (Copperhead Course) Palm Harbor, FL • USA
CBS, NBC, GOLF, ESPN+, SXM
MARCH 26 - 29
Texas Children’s Houston Open Memorial Park Golf Course Houston, TX • USA
CBS, NBC, GOLF, ESPN+, SXM
+ Signature Event # Not PGA TOUR Co-sponsored ^ Co-sanctioned with DP World Tour
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* Schedule subject to change
CBS, NBC, GOLF, ESPN+, SXM
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2026 PGA TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE
PREVIOUS WINNER
DATES
TOURNAMENT
APRIL 2 - 5
Valero Texas Open TPC San Antonio (Oaks Course) San Antonio, TX • USA
APRIL 9 - 12
Masters Tournament Augusta National Golf Club Augusta, GA • USA
CBS, NBC, GOLF, ESPN+, SXM
APRIL 16 - 19
RBC Heritage Harbour Town Golf Links Hilton Head Island, SC • USA
CBS, NBC, GOLF, ESPN+, SXM
APRIL 23 - 26
Zurich Classic of New Orleans TPC Louisiana Avondale, LA • USA
CBS, NBC, GOLF, ESPN+, SXM
APRIL 30 - MAY 3
Miami Championship Trump National Doral (Blue Monster) Miami, FL • USA
CBS, NBC, GOLF, ESPN+, SXM
MAY 7 - 10
Truist Championship Quail Hollow Club Charlotte, NC • USA
CBS, NBC, GOLF, ESPN+, SXM
MAY 7 - 10
ONEflight Myrtle Beach Classis Dunes Golf and Beach Club Myrtle Beach, SC • USA
CBS, NBC, GOLF, ESPN+, SXM
MAY 14 - 17
PGA Championship Aronimink Golf Club Newton Square, PA • USA
CBS, NBC, GOLF, ESPN+, SXM
MAY 21 - 24
THE CJ CUP Byron Nelson TPC Craig Ranch McKinney, TX • USA
CBS, NBC, GOLF, ESPN+, SXM
MAY 28 - 31
Charles Schwab Challenge Colonial Country Club Fort Worth, TX • USA
CBS, NBC, GOLF, ESPN+, SXM
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* Schedule subject to change ** Purse subject to change
DATES
TOURNAMENT
PURSE
NOV 20 - 23
CME Group Tour Championship Naples, FL | Ritz Carlton Golf Resort, Tiburón Golf Club
$11 M
DEC 12 - 14
Grant Thornton Invitational Naples, FL | Ritz Carlton Golf Resort, Tiburón Golf Club
$4 M
JAN. 29 FEB. 1
Hilton Grand Vacations Tournament of Champions Lake Nona Golf & Country Club | Orlando, Florida
$2.1M
FEB. 19-22
Honda LPGA Thailand Siam Country Club, Old Course | Pattaya, Thailand
$1.8M
FEB. 26 MARCH 1
HSBC Women’s World Championship Sentosa Golf Club, Tanjong Course | Singapore
$3M
MARCH 5-8
Blue Bay LPGA Jian Lake Blue Bay Golf Course | Hainan Island, People’s Republic of China
$2.6M
MARCH 19-22
Fortinet Founders Cup Sharon Heights Golf & Country Club | Menlo Park, California
$3M
MARCH 26-29
Ford Championship presented by Wild Horse Pass Whirlwind Golf Club, Cattail Course | Phoenix, Arizona
$2.25M
APRIL 2-5
Aramco Championship Shadow Creek Golf Course | Las Vegas, Nevada
$4M
APRIL 16-19
JM Eagle LA Championship presented byPlastpro El Caballero Country Club | Los Angeles, California
$3.75M
APRIL 23-26
The Chevron Championship TBD | Houston, Texas
$8M
APRIL 30 MAY 3
Mexico Riviera Maya Open at Mayakoba El CamaleonGolf Course at Mayakoba | Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo,Mexico
$2.5M
MAY 7-10
Mizuho Americas Open Mountain Ridge Country Club | West Caldwell, New Jersey
$3.25M
MAY 14-17
Kroger Queen City Championship presented by P&G MaketewahCountry Club | Cincinnati, Ohio
$2M
MAY 29-31
ShopRite LPGA powered by Wakefern Seaview, A Dolce Hotel, Bay Course | Galloway, New Jersey
$2M
JUNE 4-7
U.S. Women’s Open presented by Ally Riviera Country Club | Pacific Palisades, California
$12M
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FLORIDA CENTRAL COAST PLEASE NOTE: WE’RE AWARE THAT THESE UNCERTAIN TIMES ARE LIMITING MANY ASPECTS OF LIFE AS WE ALL PRACTICE SOCIAL AND PHYSICAL DISTANCING. DUE TO THE CURRENT OUTBREAK, MANY EVENTS HAVE EITHER BEEN CANCELLED, RESCHEDULED, OR CHANGED TO VIRTUAL EVENTS. PLEASE VERIFY ALL EVENTS PRIOR TO ATTENDING. THANK YOU.
NOVEMBER
NOV 8 - 9 | ART FEST Artists will be jury-selected to exhibit in this outdoor fine art show to ensure the best of the best. Come enjoy this weekend full of perfectly curated art. For more info visit: spacecoastartfestival.com NOV 27 - 30 | TURKEY RUN The Daytona Turkey Run, presented by Daytona Beach Street Rods, features thousands of unique automobiles and swap meet vendors in the infield of the ‘World Center of Racing’, Daytona International Speedway. Considered to be largest combined car show and swap meet in the United States, this family-friendly four-day event takes place every fall during the Thanksgiving holiday week. For more info visit: turkeyrun.com
DECEMBER
DEC 1 - 31 | CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR This enchanting event includes all the rooms on the ground floor and the 3 bedrooms on the second floor. Just when you think you have seen it all you are then treated to a visit into the original School House which has since been converted into a Zen like guest cottage featuring a soaring 15 ft Polynesian ceiling. For more info visit: stetsonmansion.com
JANUARY
JAN 17 - 30 | RENAISSANCE FAIR A full cast of colorful characters fills the lands with music, dancing, and more. With over 100 stage shows daily, varieties of foods and treats, and numerous artisan merchants with handcrafted wares, the Brevard Renaissance Fair invites guests to immerse themselves in a unique experience of history and fantasy! For more info visit: brevardrenaissancefair.com (. . .continued on page 16)
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FLORIDA CENTRAL COAST PLEASE NOTE: WE’RE AWARE THAT THESE UNCERTAIN TIMES ARE LIMITING MANY ASPECTS OF LIFE AS WE ALL PRACTICE SOCIAL AND PHYSICAL DISTANCING. DUE TO THE CURRENT OUTBREAK, MANY EVENTS HAVE EITHER BEEN CANCELLED, RESCHEDULED, OR CHANGED TO VIRTUAL EVENTS. PLEASE VERIFY ALL EVENTS PRIOR TO ATTENDING. THANK YOU.
(. . .continued from 14) JAN 21 - 25 | BIRDING FESTIVAL Birding, photography, and wildlife enthusiasts — all will enjoy the Space Coast Birding & Wildlife Festival. Five days of fun and camaraderie in the Florida sunshine with your flock! For more info visit: scbwa.net
FEBRUARY
FEB 15 | SPEEDWEEK Historic performances, spectacular racing, amazing memories, and being here live will stay with you for a lifetime! Don’t miss your chance to experience an action-packed schedule of races across several different racing series, all at The World Center of Racing! For more info visit: https://tinyurl.com/2ypn7acr FEB 21 - 22 | KEY LIME PIE FEST The Space Coast Key Lime Pie Festival is a weekend, outdoor, family festival, designed to create an environment for people to enjoy affordable, healthy and wholesome fun. In Florida, we like
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to celebrate the things that make the Sunshine State unique. Citrus, eccentrics, people & pie. For more info visit: spacecoastkeylimepiefestival.com
FEB 27 - 28 | BIKE WEEK The Annual Daytona Beach Bike Week, one of best-known motorcycle rallies in the world. Motorcycle enthusiasts are invited to enjoy spring riding in Daytona Beach for this 10-day rally - along historic Main Street to Midtown, Scenic A1A Highway and through the best of old Florida, the Ormond Beach Scenic Loop. For more info visit: officialbikeweek.com
MARCH
MARCH 7 - 8 | SEAFOOD FEST Come enjoy some of the best seafood in Florida while helping the community of Grant and keeping the great tradition of the festival alive! Free admission, free parking, over 125 crafters exhibiting, live continuous entertainment, along with a vast menu of delicious sea-
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food makes this a weekend no one wants to miss! For more info visit: grantseafoodfestival.com MARCH 14 - 15 | STRAWBERRY FEST Enjoy a family fun day full of festivities. Don’t forget all the yummy strawberries. There are so many ways to enjoy this treat like strawberry shortcakes, jams, jellies, and even strawberry wine slushie mixes! For more info visit: palmbayfest.com
APRIL
APRIL 11 - 12 | STRAWBERRY FEST Enjoy this two-day, outdoor, family festival, designed to create an environment for people to enjoy affordable, healthy and wholesome fun. A wide range of enjoyable activities will be offered, all celebrating the wonderful strawberry. For more info visit:
APRIL 11 - 12 | ART FESTIVAL The fifth annual Daytona Beach Arts Fest will be held in beautiful downtown Daytona Beach. This art immersive experience will include juried fine art, artisans, craftworks, chalk art competition, mini murals, live music, student art exhibit, kid’s activities, food and more! For more info visit: https://tinyurl.com/5n7k5bwa APRIL 23 - 25 | SUN, SAND, & SOUL At Sun, Sand and Soul Festival people will experience 3 nights of live music, golf, tennis, pickleball, fishing, paddle boarding and more. For more info visit: https://tinyurl.com/z4r2426s
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FLORIDA CENTRAL COAST PLEASE NOTE: WE’RE AWARE THAT THESE UNCERTAIN TIMES ARE LIMITING MANY ASPECTS OF LIFE AS WE ALL PRACTICE SOCIAL AND PHYSICAL DISTANCING. DUE TO THE CURRENT OUTBREAK, MANY EVENTS HAVE EITHER BEEN CANCELLED, RESCHEDULED, OR CHANGED TO VIRTUAL EVENTS. PLEASE VERIFY ALL EVENTS PRIOR TO ATTENDING. THANK YOU.
MAY
MAY 7 - 10 | ROCKVILLE With over 200k of you raging together at the largest Rock Festival in North America. If you thought that was off the charts, just wait until you see what we’ve got lined up. We’re turning up the volume to make the biggest party of the year. For more info visit: https://tinyurl.com/2cerdcuz
JUNE
JUNE TBA | JUNETEENTH Celebrate the Juneteenth Family Festival, a day filled with free family fun. With a wide variety of vendors, food trucks, and community organizations, the festival offers something for everyone. The choo-choo train ride is a favorite among attendees, while live music and engaging games keep the excitement high. For more info visit: juneteenthdaytona.com
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JULY
JULY TBA | WING BATTLE General Admission includes unlimited wing samplings, unlimited domestic beers & hard seltzers, Game Area, Golf Simulator & live music all night long! Be sure to sample wings from each Competitor to vote for your favorite in the “People’s Choice” category of the competition. For more info visit: https://tinyurl.com/3vjm3545
AUGUST
AUG 18 - 19 | WING BATTLE Your admission ticket includes unlimited wing samplings and unlimited domestic beer and hard seltzers for the entirety of the event! Attendees will stop by each wing competitor to sample what each Competitor is servin’ up… And then continue to enjoy UNLIMITED wing samplings, alcohol, Game Area, and live music all night long! For more info visit: https://tinyurl.com/yna6exux
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FLORIDA CENTRAL COAST PLEASE NOTE: WE’RE AWARE THAT THESE UNCERTAIN TIMES ARE LIMITING MANY ASPECTS OF LIFE AS WE ALL PRACTICE SOCIAL AND PHYSICAL DISTANCING. DUE TO THE CURRENT OUTBREAK, MANY EVENTS HAVE EITHER BEEN CANCELLED, RESCHEDULED, OR CHANGED TO VIRTUAL EVENTS. PLEASE VERIFY ALL EVENTS PRIOR TO ATTENDING. THANK YOU.
AUG 29 | COKE ZERO SUGAR 400 The Coke Zero Sugar 400 returns once again as the Regular Season Finale for the NASCAR Cup Series! Racing under the lights of the famed high banks and with only a couple Playoff spots up for grabs, anything could happen as the stage is set for NASCAR to crown a Champion! For more info visit: daytonainternationalspeedway.com
SEPTEMBER
OCTOBER
OCT 15 - 18 | BIKETOBERFEST Biketoberfest in October and Daytona Bike Week in March are a collection of activities that take place at venues and businesses in cities throughout Volusia County and beyond. Our local hotels, businesses, parks and beaches are open for visitors to enjoy the area’s beautiful October weather and scenic rides. For more info visit: biketoberfest.org
SEPT TBA | MUSIC FESTIVAL MTI Rock Fest is a Rock Music Festival in Melbourne Florida. Hosted at the New Castle Park. Music, Vendors, Food Trucks and plenty of drinks. For more info visit: vierarockfest.com
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2026 GRAND SLAM TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE
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SESSION
DATE
TIME
FEATURED MATCHES
0
JAN 15 - THU
10:00 AM
Qualifying
0
JAN 16 - FRI
10:00 AM
Qualifying
0
JAN 17 - SAT
10:00 AM
Qualifying
1
JAN 18 - SUN
11:00 AM
First Round
2
JAN 18 - SUN
7:00 PM
First Round
3
JAN 19 - MON
11:00 AM
First Round
4
JAN 19 - MON
7:00 PM
First Round
5
JAN 20 - TUE
11:00 AM
First Round
6
JAN 20 - TUE
7:00 PM
First Round
7
JAN 21 - WED
11:00 AM
Second Round
8
JAN 21 - WED
7:00 PM
Second Round
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JAN 22 - THU
11:00 AM
Second Round
10
JAN 22 - THU
7:00 PM
Second Round
11
JAN 23 - FRI
11:00 AM
Third Round
12
JAN 23 - FRI
7:00 PM
Third Round
13
JAN 24 - SAT
11:00 AM
Third Round
14
JAN 24 - SAT
7:00 PM
Third Round
15
JAN 25 - SUN
11:00 AM
Fourth Round
16
JAN 25 - SUN
7:00 PM
Fourth Round
17
JAN 26 - MON
11:00 AM
Fourth Round
18
JAN 26 - MON
7:00 PM
Fourth Round
19
JAN 27 - TUE
11:00 AM
Quarterfinals
20
JAN 27 - TUE
7:00 PM
Quarterfinals
21
JAN 28 - WED
11:00 AM
Quarterfinals
22
JAN 28 - WED
7:30 PM
Quarterfinals
23
JAN 29 - THU
11:00 AM
Women’s Semifinals
24
JAN 30 - FRI
12:00 PM
First Men’s Final
25
JAN 30 - FRI
7:30 PM
Second Men’s Semifinal
26
JAN 31 - SAT
7:30 PM
Women’s Singles Final Men’s Doubles Final
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FEB 1 - SUN
7:30 PM
Women’s Doubles Final Men’s Singles Final
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* Schedule subject to change
DATE
PLAY START
SESSION
MAY 24 - SUN
12:00 PM
First Round
MAY 24 - SUN
8:15 PM
First Round
MAY 25 - MON
12:00 PM
First Round
MAY 25 - MON
8:15 PM
First Round
MAY 26 - TUE
12:00 PM
First Round
MAY 26 - TUE
8:15 PM
First Round
MAY 27 - WED
12:00 PM
Second Round
MAY 27 - WED
8:15 PM
Second Round
MAY 28 - THU
10:00 AM
Second Round
MAY 28 - THU
8:15 PM
Second Round
MAY 29 - FRI
12:00 PM
Third Round
MAY 29 - FRI
8:15 PM
Third Round
MAY 30 - SAT
12:00 PM
Third Round
MAY 30 - SAT
8:15 PM
Third Round
MAY 31 - SUN
12:00 PM
Fourth Round
MAY 31 - SUN
8:15 PM
Fourth Round
JUNE 1 - MON
12:00 PM
Fourth Round
JUNE 1 - MON
8:15 PM
Fourth Round
JUNE 2 - TUE
12:00 PM
Quarterfinals
JUNE 2 - TUE
8:15 PM
Quarterfinals
JUNE 3 - WED
12:00 PM
Quarterfinals
JUNE 3 - WED
8:15 PM
Quarterfinals
JUNE 4 - THUR
2:30 PM
Ladies Semifinals
JUNE 5 - FRI
2:30 PM
Mens Semifinals
JUNE 5 - FRI
8:15 PM
Mens Semifinals
JUNE 6 - SAT
3:00 PM
Ladies Singles Final, Mens Double Final
JUNE 7 - SUN
3:00 PM
Mens Singles Final, Ladies Doubles Final
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* Schedule subject to change
DATE
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PLAY START
SESSION
JUNE 29 - MON
11:00 AM
Men's & Ladies' 1st Round
JUNE 30 - TUE
11:00 AM
Men's & Ladies' 1st Round
JULY 1 - WED
11:00 AM
Men's & Ladies' 2nd Round
JULY 2 - THU
11:00 AM
Men's & Ladies' 2rd Round
JULY 3 - FRI
11:00 AM
Men's & Ladies' 3rd Round
JULY 4 - SAT
11:00 AM
Men's & Ladies' 3rd Round
JULY 5 - SUN
11:00 AM
Men's & Ladies' 4th Round
JULY 6 - MON
11:00 AM
Men's & Ladies’ 4th Round
JULY 7- TUE
11:00 AM
Ladies' and Gentlemen's Quarterfinals
JULY 8 - WED
11:00 AM
Ladies’ and Gentlemen’s Quarterfinals
JULY 9 - THU
11:00 AM
Ladies’ Semifinals
JULY 9 - THU
11:00 AM
Gentlemen’s Semifinals
JULY 10 - FRI
11:00 AM
Ladies’ Singles Final & Men’s Doubles and Mixed Doubles
JULY 11 - SAT
11:00 AM
Gentlemen’s Singles Final & Ladies’ Doubles
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* Schedule subject to change ** Start Times Listed in EST
SESSION
DATE
SCHEDULE
PLAY START
MATCHES
1
AUG 24 - SUN
Day
12:00 PM
First Round
2
AUG 24 - SUN
Night
7:00 PM
First Round
3
AUG 25 - MON
Day
12:00 PM
First Round
4
AUG 25 - MON
Night
7:00 PM
First Round
5
AUG 26 - TUE
Day
12:00 PM
First Round
6
AUG 26 - TUE
Night
7:00 PM
First Round
7
AUG 27 - WED
Day
12:00 PM
Second Round
8
AUG 27 - WED
Night
7:00 PM
Second Round
9
AUG 28 - THU
Day
12:00 PM
Second Round
10
AUG 28 - THU
Night
7:00 PM
Second Round
11
AUG 29 - FRI
Day
12:00 PM
Third Round
12
AUG 29 - FRI
Night
7:00 PM
Third Round
13
AUG 30 - SAT
Day
12:00 PM
Third Round
14
AUG 30 - SAT
Night
7:00 PM
Third Round
15
AUG 31 - SUN
Day
12:00 PM
Fourth Round
16
AUG 31 - SUN
Night
7:00 PM
Fourth Round
17
SEP 1 - MON
Day
12:00 PM
Fourth Round
18
SEP 1 - MON
Night
7:00 PM
Fourth Round
19
SEP 2 - TUE
Day
12:00 PM
Quarterfinals
20
SEP 2 - TUE
Night
7:00 PM
Quarterfinals
21
SEP 3 - WED
Day
12:00 PM
Quarterfinals
22
SEP 3 - WED
Night
7:00 PM
Quarterfinals
23
SEP 4 - THU
Night
7:00 PM
Women’s Semifinals
24
SEP 5 - FRI
Day
3:00 PM
Men’s Semifinals
25
SEP 5 - FRI
Night
7:00 PM
Men’s Semifinals
26
SEP 6 - SAT
Night
4:00pm
Women’s Final
27
SEP 7 - SUN
Day
2:00pm
Men’s Final 23
TRAVELING TO
ICELAND.
Iceland is a small Nordic country in Europe known for its dramatic landscape with volcanoes, geysers, hot springs, lava fields and massive glaciers. It is also known for its distinct Nordic culture based on folklore and mythology, dating back to the Vikings who were first to colonize the land. Later, it was
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under Danish rule and gained its independence in 1944 and is a founding member of NATO. Despite having its own distinct language and being a country of only 384,000 people, English is spoken widely as it is taught in school as a second language.
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The capital city is Reykjavik which is known for its lively nightlife, modern museums, excellent dining, galleries and shopping. It is the base from which to explore all that Iceland has to offer. The best time to visit is May through October but those are also the busiest times. Iceland is an outdoor enthusiast’s paradise. There are so many adventures to choose from whether it is the natural wonders under the summer’s midnight sun or seeking the aurora borealis in winter months.
Spend a day touring the Golden Circle and see three incredible natural events. Starting in the capital, Reykjavik, drive into the southern uplands to Pingvellir National Park, onto the Geysir geothermal area and then the Gullfoss waterfall and end back in the city. Pingvellir is a UNESCO world heritage site and the first place settled in south Iceland. See Iceland’s largest lake, the Langjokull glacier, hike the North American plate and see Game of Thrones scenery at Almannagja gorge and then view the amazing Oxarafoss waterfalls. If you are
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really adventurous, snorkel at Silfra, one of the world’s top 10 dive sites. Drive on to the Geysir Geothermal area in the Haukadalur Valley. See the volcanic landscape and arrive at Strokkur which is the geyser that erupts every 6-10 minutes shooting hot water as high as 130 feet into the air. Walking through the valley, view many hot springs, smaller geysers and bubbling mud spots. The last stop is Gullfoss Waterfall which is famous for its 2 drops, falling 100 feet and view the rainbows that shoot from the spray. Finish the day with a leisurely drive back to Reykjavik allowing time for stops along the way.
The cold waters off the coast attract an abundance of sea life including over 20 species of whales, including dolphins and porpoises. Tours can be found all over the country but the best spot is in the seaside village of Dalvick in the north.
Caving is a popular and extraordinary experience. Because Iceland is one of the most active
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and inactive volcanic regions. It has incredible rock formations above and below the earth’s surface. Tube caves inside glaciers form after magma flows underneath the earth’s surface and lava solidifies overhead. Tours operate safely year-round with geologists as guides. Be prepared with proper clothing and footwear as caves are chilly and there is often dripping water. Floors are
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rugged, so sturdy boots are necessary. The caves are unexpectedly large and many have staircases and walkways for safe exploration. The most unique is Prihnukargigur (3 Peaks Crater) which takes you across lava fields to the cable car down 400 feet into a volcano that has been extinct for over 4500 years. The crater is the size of 3 basketball courts and as tall as the Statue of Liberty.
Iceland - a place like no other!
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