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THE DIVOT JUNE 2022

Summer Bash HOT SUMMER NIGHT Saturday, July 30

6pm to 11pm | Open Bar 7pm | Food Stations 6pm to 7pm | Caribbean Steel Drums 7pm to 11pm | Dancing to Vitamin D

Open Seating Country Club Casual Attire – No Denim Guests Welcome $125 per person (plus tax & service charge) Reservations Required | Call (716)688-5500 or email reservations@transitvalley.com Cancellation Policy Will be in Effect

Mission Statement “To provide our members, their families and their guests with golf, dining, and recreational programming in a family-friendly environment. Our exceptional service, outstanding facilities and first-class amenities will create greater value for our members.” Graphic Designer | AR

FROM THE DESK OF YOUR PRESIDENT

Anthony J. Delmonte, Jr. I write to you a week removed from the senseless tragedy that befell our community on May 14th. Throughout the week I have heard stories of how various people were connected, both directly and indirectly to someone involved on that fateful day. As the days continue to pass, I am sure all of us will hear similar stories. The outpouring of support for the Jefferson Avenue community has been truly amazing. Candidly, I am not surprised. This community continually rises to the occasion in the face of adversity and heartache. I am proud to be a Western New Yorker and am confident we will come out of this time stronger and more unified. Please join me in keeping the victims and their families in our thoughts and prayers. We at Transit Valley are very fortunate to partake in our club, especially since May brought the official start of the golf season at TVCC. It is always an exciting time at the club and this year is no exception. The club is buzzing with activity; the tee sheet is full; the dining room and patio are bustling. In addition to all the familiar faces, I am seeing many new ones. This is the first time in quite a while we have had such an influx of new members. Welcome to all our new members. We have great momentum going into this year. I want to thank Tina, Brandon, Joe and the entire clubhouse team for getting us ready for the season. Adam and his team have done a fantastic job getting the course into shape. The straightening and widening of the fairways have brought our golf course up to date with current trends. It has improved the visual appeal to the course. By now, you should have received the email containing the video about the proposed irrigation system. Should you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out to Greens Chairman, Geoff Burker or myself. I want to thank Adam for starring in the video and Alexa for filming it and putting it together. Some of you may not know, but Alexa has been using her limitless creative talent putting our newsletter together the past few months. She does a fantastic job, and we are lucky to have her on our team. A special thank you also goes to Bob Carr for his valuable input and advice.

June

FROM THE DESK OF THE GENERAL MANAGER & MEMBERSHIP SERVICES DIRECTOR

Tina Gutekunst

Saturday, June 25.

As I write this article, it’s 81 degrees and just a beautiful day. Today, we started to prepare the opening of the pool and tennis complex for Memorial Day weekend which was a huge success! Joe, Matt, and Angela and their staff were extra busy trying to clean all the debris from the winter out of the pool, tennis courts and kids’ club area. They actually picked up six big garbage bags of pinecones which was a chore in itself! All the windscreens, deck furniture and umbrellas are in place. Based on comments from our member survey, we did order more umbrellas to increase the shade at the pool and will be focusing on cleanliness in this area. New programing includes an Adult Pickleball Invitational and Men’s Interclub Tennis Tournament, Water Aerobics and back by popular demand “Rise & Grind”. For the kids, Sundaes & Bingo on every Thursday in July! If you haven’t had a chance to sign the kids’ up for summer programs, there is still time, deadline date to complete your registration forms is

Ronnie at the Halfway House has started building her “team” for the summer. As always, she has put together another outstanding and delicious new summer menu. Ronnie has also reported that the soft serve ice cream machine is up in running! As a reminder, and new this year, we have removed the Halfway House menu signs from the course. The menu will be located at the bathrooms on #6 and #13 and orders can be placed by using the grab-n-go- feature on our TVCC App or call the Halfway House at (716)689-9677. In the Clubhouse, Chef Dan, Brandon, and Joe are busy working on our summer menu, new wine list, and specialty craft cocktails. Looks like the menus will be ready mid-June! Incidentally, the family Easter Egg Hunt and Palm Sunday Brunch, Easter Sunday and Mother’s Day were a huge success, we received so many compliments. It was nice to see so many families enjoying time together. We recently completed our Kickoff to Summer Staff Meetings. I am happy to report that over 160 staff members attended, and I must say, we have a remarkable team in place for 2022. I looked around the room and thought to myself “how fortunate are we to have such a dedicated and loyal staff.” The main topic of discussion was improving your experience, especially service in all departments. We developed five core values consisting of Community, Teamwork, Family, Pride and Fun. We will be placing plaques listing these values in various locations around the club to remind the staff of our focus and vision. We also watched a video which told the staff of the difference between service and hospitality. There is a misconception that service and hospitality are the same, they are not interchangeable and very different. Service is when someone does something to you. Hospitality is when you think of the other person, not yourself, and make them feel different, in essence, changing how they feel. We would like all of our team members to become “Hospitalians” and will be working on this throughout the year. Some members have approached me asking why does it sometimes take an hour to be served their meals and that our new kitchen was going to rectify this problem. Please know that we are still experiencing some staff shortages, especially in the Culinary Department. We are hoping that that this will be resolved soon and appreciate your patience and understanding. Lastly, Father’s Day is celebrated worldwide to recognize the contribution that fathers and father figures make to the lives of their children. On behalf of our entire staff, Happy Father’s Day to all the dads out there - wishes you a day filled with joy! Recently, Kathy Cahill, one of our longtime servers lost her husband and Chef Dan King lost his mother. Kathy and Dan, our entire staff, and membership are saddened by the passing of your loved ones. May you find peace in the many memories that you cherish.

June

MEMBERSHIP MATTERS Another Reminder

As previously stated in my March/April and May Divot articles, we are working on informing you of some of our important polices, especially dress code. My apologies for mentioning this again, but please take a few minutes to familiarize yourself with the following policies which are easily violated: • Denim is acceptable and must be in excellent condition, dark in color, white or black denim is also acceptable. Denim should also not include holes or rips, fading or stonewash look, and frayed material. •

For men, denim must be paired with any tucked-in and collared shirt, sport coat or sweater. The Tommy Bahama or Un-tuckit Shirts will be permitted.

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Unacceptable: Yoga pants, leggings, athletic attire, t-shirts, denim shorts, jackets, skirts, and dresses.

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Denim of any kind is unacceptable on the golf course and in practice areas.

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Caps: The wearing of caps for men and women is permitted prior to 5:00PM at the Bar only. They must be worn properly with the brim front facing.

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Parents: Please remember that this policy also includes children!

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Cell Phones: While dining in the Clubhouse, please keep your cell phones on vibrate, if you need to make or receive phone calls, please go to the Lobby or Locker Rooms.

Acceptable Denim

Reservations When making a reservation, and if you plan on cocktailing, please allow the appropriate amount of time prior to your scheduled dinner reservation. To provide you with the best dining experience and to help with the flow of service, we would like to ask you to please ensure that all dining arrive promptly so that you will be seated at the time of your reservation. Thank you!

Current months postings for new applicants and change in membership classification are as follows: Name

Classification Applying For

Dr. Ronald Malo Alden Schutte Michael Dolan Brent Haven Salvatore LaTorre JP Pauly Kevin Brzezinski

Resident Recreational Recreational Resident Intermediate Level 3 Intermediate Level 1 to Resident Intermediate Level 1 to Resident

Comments regarding the proposed applicants should be directed to the Membership Chairman, Marco Benedetti.

A Very Warm Welcome to our Newest Members William and Elizabeth Stamp Auston and Shana Mavrak Joseph and Lisa Rembold Bethany and Nelson Shively Anthony and Danielle Galbo Brian and Christi Carroll David Mineo and Dr. Lisa Mendonza-Mineo June

MEMBERSHIP MATTERS Last month, I also talked about “what makes TVCC unique.” I recently

received an email from a member’s daughter. She sent me this picture which was a homework assignment that asked her daughter to list five things she loves about herself and one of those things was Kids’ Club at TVCC. This is just another reason why we are considered the #1 family centric club in WNY and “your home away from home.”

Bocce

We will be adding a bocce court near the lower recreational zone. Stop by the pool office or club office to pick up your bocce sets!

A Message from our Assistant General Manager Brandon Sears The team is working diligently to get the pool facilities ready for what is sure to be a busy summer season. The food and beverage team are finalizing our summer events, dinner, wine, and cocktail menus. We are ready for an exciting summer here at TVCC! Below are some updates throughout the various departments at the club. Food & Beverage Starting Sunday, June 5th we will be introducing Grill & Chill. Join us on the patio featuring a varying grill station, summer fare and cold cocktails. As always, reservations are highly encouraged. Back by popular demand is Bocce, Blues, Boil, & Brews, planned for Saturday, June 11th, be sure to sign up your team today! Our first tee wine dinner on Wednesday, July13th, only has a few spots left, make your reservations through the club office for a night of dinner and great wine on the first tee! As mentioned last month over 90% of our staff from last summer will be returning for another summer here at TVCC, as you see them around the clubhouse, you may recognize some familiar faces. We look forward to a great summer and hope you, and your families, will enjoy every moment! Cheers!

June

9 & DINE ON THE G OLF COURSE

Sunday, July 10th A fun and casual event open to all golf and recreational members - and guests! A great way to meet your fellow members. 4PM | Driving Range Complimentary Frose & Beer

On the Turn

Hole #6

4:30PM | Turn 716 Sound DJ & Photo Booth

Hole #3

Hole #16

4:30PM | Shotgun Format: Shamble

Soft Shell Crab Club Sandwich Crisp Pancetta, Dressed Napa, Ripe Tomato, Tartar Sauce Water & Soda

6:30PM | Patio Petite Pastries & Coffee

Louisiana Gumbo Andouille Sausage, Shrimp, Chicken, Crawfish, Trinity, Okra, Rice Water & Soda

$32 per person Does not include Golf Cart Sign up on ForeTees or call the Golf Shop

If you don’t golf, come out anyway and enjoy a ride on a golf cart and dinner on the course!

June

Pork Belly Taco Baja Cabbage, Chipotle Pico, Roasted Poblano Chilis, Cotija, Crema Water & Soda Louisiana Gumbo Andouille Sausage, Shrimp, Chicken, Crawfish, Trinity, Okra, Rice Water & Soda

SOCIAL EVENTS

June

Bocce, Blues, Boil, and Brews Saturday, June 11

Join us also for dine around stations featuring Cajun Boil and Creole Fare!

6:00PM - 9:30PM | Live Blues Music by Black & Blue Band Beer Included, Drinks by Signature Sign up your team of 2 (Guests Welcome) Casual Attire | Open Seating Max 28 teams (56 players) $55 per person $50 per person Non-Bocce Participants A la Carte Menu, Pasta Bar, and Kids’ Club will not be available.

Father’s Day Cookout

Sunday, June 19th | 5:00PM – 8:30PM 5:00PM - 8:30PM | Music by Arthur Ward Clams Steamed, Raw, & Casino

Salads

Tossed Gem Caesar Salad Bowl Broccoli Slaw with Bleu Cheese, Cranberries, & Sunflower Seeds Ginger Watermelon Iceberg Wedge Platter with Ranch Dressing Rock Shrimp Orzo Salad

Traditional TVCC Grill Station

Hamburgers, Hot Dogs, & Italian Sausage Peppers & Onions Potato and Macaroni Salad

Dinner Station

Music on the Patio: Featuring our own Chet Gary Thursday, June 16th 5:30

- 9:00

A la Carte Dinner Menu

Music on the Patio: Featuring Garrett Shea Tuesday, June 21st 5:00PM - 8:30PM A la Carte Dinner Menu

Carved Strip Loin of Beef Roasted Fillet of Atlantic Salmon Baked Ziti with Pork Ragout, Long Sauce, & Romano Fresh Corn on the Cobb, Sautéed Garlic Zucchini Roasted Garlic Redskin Smashed Potato Chicken Fingers Mac & Cheese

Dessert

Assorted Sweets Complimentary Draft Beer for Dads! $38.95 per adult $18.00 per child (Ages 6-12) Children 5 and Under - No Charge A la Carte Menu will not be available. Country Club Casual

Grill & Chill Every Sunday in June Join us on the Patio for a varying grill station, summer fare, and cold cocktails. 5:00PM - 8:30PM | Dinner Served A la carte dinner menu will not be available. Kids’ Menu will be available.

Monday, July 4, 2022 | FIREWORKS DISPLAY at

Dusk

FOURTH OF JULY 8:00am - 6:00pm Halfway House Hours Pool Activities: 11:00am – 6:00pm ~ Pool Hours 12:00pm: Basketball Challenge with Coach Matt 11:00am – 5:00pm ~ Waterslide & Bounce House 1:00pm: Frozen Tee Shirt Relay with Miss Angela 11:30am-3:00pm ~ BBQ at the pool 2:00pm: Seahorse Race with Mr. Wilkie Hotdogs * Hamburgers * Drinks * Chips: by Signature 3:00pm: Cannonball Contest with all coaches scoring 12:00pm – 4:00pm: 716 DJ at the Pool Reservations are not necessary at the Pool

5:00pm – 8:30pm ~ Patio Barbecue 5:00pm – 9:00pm ~ 716 DJ on the Patio Bounce House by the Patio Craft for kids during dinner Salads Firecracker Cabbage Salad Macaroni and Potato Salad Fresh Cut Sesame Watermelon Sweet Corn BLT Salad Marinated Cucumbers and Tomatoes with Red Onion Chopped and Mixed Greens with Crudité, Bleu Cheese, and Champagne Vinaigrette Charcoal Grill Steaks, Cheeseburgers, Hot Dogs, Italian Sausage Assorted Rolls, Lettuce, Tomato, Red Onion, Peppers and Onion, Condiments

Entrées Roasted and Chef Carved Fillet of Ocean Trout Jerk Spiced Pork Ribs with Rice and Peas Buttermilk Fried Chicken Drums “Lil Smokie” Mac and Cheese Cheddar Broccolini Gratin, Zucchini Provencal Salt Potatoes Joanne’s Amazing Dessert Display Adults $42.00 Children $18.00 (ages 6-12) Children 5 and under -No Charge Country Club Casual A la carte dinner menu will not be available

Please call the Club for reservations or email reservations@transitvalley.com

June

July

Wine Dinner on the 1st Tee

SOCIAL EVENTS

Wednesday, July 13th

Music on the Patio: Featuring our own Chet Gary

6PM - 9PM | Live Music by Lewis & Clark

Tuesday, July 19th

6:30PM | Prelude

5:30PM - 9:00PM

7:00PM | Dinner

A la Carte Dinner Menu

First Course

Baked New England Oysters Cave Aged Goat Cheese, Smoked Saffron Emulsion

Second Course

True Wild King Salmon Turnip Puree, Curry Oil, Kohlrabi

Third Course

Terrine of Domestic Rabbit Pickled Mustard Seed, Pistachio, Cornichon, Quail Egg, Golden Beet

Fourth Course

Seared Breast of Moulard Duck Cherries, Figs, Roasted Carrot

Fifth Course

Prime Grade New York Strip Steak Bone Marrow, Soft Potatoes, Wild Mushroom Glace

Sixth Course

Cheese, Cheese, Cheese

CANCELLATION POLICY 48-hour cancellation policy is in effect for all Events. Members who make reservations for Club Events and fail to cancel the reservation two days prior will be responsible for paying the charge established by the Club. Please call the Club or email reservations@transitvalley.com to make a reservation!

$185 per person Country Club Casual – No Denim Cancellation policy in effect This is an exclusive wine dinner limited to the first 38 guests

June

RECREATION & POOL A Message from the Coach Matt Thormahlen

Director of Recreation & Tennis

Living is Western New York; you are never quite sure what kind of weather you’ll get from week to week. There were weeks when I mowed my lawn on Monday and then had to plow the driveway on Friday. I’m hoping that the nice weather and warm temperatures are now here to stay. We are really looking forward to a great summer of recreational activities for both adults and kids at Transit Valley. It’s great to have our entire staff return for a second year in a row. Please come out and welcome back Chloe Esch, Ava Casell, Adam Pasierb, and Olivia Bakshi. Our staff is more than happy to help you improve your tennis or pickleball game.

JUNIOR PROGRAMS

There is still time to sign up for many of our tennis, pickleball, and basketball programs.

June

There is still time to sign up your children for our summer tennis, pickleball, and basketball programs!! Junior Tennis Clinics

Our most popular junior tennis program is back again!!! Kids can learn how to play tennis every Tuesday and Thursday beginning June 28th. Choose both days or just one of these days. The 4–7-year-olds meet from 8:30am-9:30am. The 7–10-year-olds meet from 9:30am-10:30am. The 11 and overs meet from 10:30am-11:30am.

Junior Interclub Team Tennis

Our juniors will have an opportunity to play against other clubs once again. Practices begin on June 28th from 1:00pm-2:00pm and run every Tuesday and Thursday.

Junior Pickleball

Pickleball is for everyone!! Every Monday from 10:30AM – 11:30AM beginning June 27th, we will cover different aspects of this exciting game. This program is intended for juniors who are 10 years of age or older.

Junior Co-Ed Basketball

Our Junior Basketball program is back. Every Monday from 8:30am–9:30am, we will run this program for 6–9-year-olds. Then, from 9:30am–10:30am, we will run the program for juniors 10 years old and over. This program also starts on Monday, June 27th.

ADULT PROGRAMS

RECREATION & POOL

Our adult tennis / pickleball programs are off to a wonderful start. Our popular Wednesday Night Adult Tennis / Pickleball has begun. We always get a good turnout for this weekly event. If you’re not sure how to play pickleball, please call Coach Matt to set up a lesson. All levels are welcome to play. Wednesday Morning Tennis Drill Clinics with Chloe starts on June 29th. This program will run from 9:00am–10:00am every Wednesday. The cost is $20. Come out and get a great cardio workout with Chloe!!! We are also trying to expand our adult programming this summer, so we’ve added a couple of events!!! On Thursday, August 4th from 6:00pm-7:30pm, we’re hosting a Men’s Interclub Tennis event with members from Brookfield Country Club and Niagara Falls Country Club. This is a social tennis event that should be a great deal of fun. Call Matt in the Tennis / Pool Shop to sign up. Transit Valley will also be hosting their first Pickleball Invitational for both men and women on Tuesday, August 9th from 6:00pm-8:00pm. This social pickleball event is sure to be a terrific time. We are limiting the number of teams to twelve (24 total players) so that no one sits for too long. Sign up to enjoy the fun!!!

A Message from the Pool Director Joe Wilkie

Pool Director

Adult Water Aerobics

This low impact class will incorporate cardio and strength using water dumbbells and other flotation devices. It is designed to improve joint stability, coordination, heart health and strength without the impact on your joints. Swimming skills are not required. Classes will be Monday 10:30am – 11:00am June 27th, July 11th, 18th, 25th and Aug 8th $60 Pre-registration or $15 per class For registration and any questions email jwilkie@transitvalley.com

Rise & Grind

Get a jump on your day with our morning workout. This class is a total body, strength, and aerobic conditioning workout. The interval/circuit-based class combines full-body resistance training with high intensity bursts designed to tone your body, improve your endurance, and clear your mind before you start your busy day! Classes will be Tuesday and Thursday mornings 8:30am - 9:15am on the turf by the pool. Starting June 28th - August 11th Please bring your own mat $160 Pre-registration or $15 per class For registration and any questions email jwilkie@transitvalley.com June

POOL HOURS OF OPERATION Pre-Season Weekend Hours June 4 - 19

11AM - 6PM or Volume Open Daily

June 20 - August 7

KIDS’ KORNER Kids’ Club Director Angela Staszak

As we begin our summer season, we are excited to announce the addition of several family-oriented activities to the calendar. In addition to offering our Kids’ Club summer camp on Tuesdays and Thursdays, we will also be offering a Fun Friday for families once a month. Space will be limited, and signups will begin soon. We look forward to seeing you and your family at our summer events!

July

Kids’ Sundaes & Bingo! Thursdays in July | 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th 1PM – 2PM Every Thursday afternoon, children will have the opportunity to receive a complimentary sundae by the pool and the whole family can join us under the pool awning for bingo. Come see if you’re lucky!

Complimentary Big Craft & Cookies!

August

Fun Friday: Drone Day!

Friday, July 15th | 11AM - 1PM

Friday, August 5th | 11AM - 1PM

Join us as we paint and decorate your own wooden color changing light! The sky is the limit as you design your creation. Bring your own smock! Under the Kids’ Club awning.

Join us as we work together to build drones and see if they can take flight! Several members of our own TVCC family will be present for drone demonstrations. Under the Kids’ Club awning.

Recommended for ages 3+ $12 per child Maximum of 25 children Limited to TVCC children and grandchildren

Recommended for ages 5+ $10.00 per child Maximum of 25 children Limited to TVCC children and grandchildren

KIDS’ CLUB Fridays & Saturdays | 5:15PM – 9:15PM Supervised Kids’ Activities in the Clubhouse are available while you are having dinner. Reservations are no longer required for Kids’ Club in the Clubhouse. Children must be potty trained and 3-years-old in order to participate.

June

A Message from the Women’s Committee Patricia Clabeaux

President

As Spring is in the air, I hope everyone is enjoying the beautiful weather.   It was great to kick off the season with a wonderful Women’s Opening dinner. A special thanks to Kelly Longo and Julie Swiatkowski for planning such a lovely evening. I am still hearing many compliments from ladies who attended on how nice it was. The ladies of the Women’s Committee are busy planning a very active summer, starting with Cycle Therapy Poolside and Games Galore & More. As always, we welcome all ladies to come enjoy the events. Please refer to the announcements in the Divot for more details on these events and other activities for ladies. The ladies’ golf season is off to a busy start, not only with the scheduled tournaments, but with ladies out on the course as well. Please remember if you would like to be introduced to other lady golfers, contact Karen Dobos or Cindy Fohrd, they would be more than happy to make introductions. As planning continues for the Women’s Charity event, there are many ways to consider donating, including books, pajamas, diapers for the children who receive services from the Child Advocacy Center. There is a donation bin located in the ladies’ locker room. As Tony Delmonte mentioned in is previous articles, the search is again underway for a new GM. On behalf of the Women’s Committee, I would like to thank Tina for graciously continuing in the role as GM while we conduct the search. I wish everyone a beautiful Spring. I look forward to seeing everyone at the Club.

Upcoming Women’s Social Events Wednesday, June 8th | 2nd Annual Games Galore & More to Benefit The Women’s Charity, The Child Advocacy Center

Saturday, June 18th | Cycle Therapy at the Pool Tuesday, August 16th | Poolside Happy Hour & the Musical Stylings of Gregg Sansone Tuesday, September 20th | Veni Vidi Bocce Thursday, October 6th | Women’s Fall Dinner Thursday, October 13th | Succulent Pumpkin Centerpiece Party Thursday, December 1st | Holiday Centerpiece Wreath Making

June

WOMEN’S COMMITTEE On August 4, the Woman’s Committee is holding the 16th Charity Golf Tournament. We have again chosen THE CHILD ADVOCACY CENTER at BestSelf as our charity. Supporting “The Swing Again for the Children” Golf Tournament will assist in enhancing the services provided to abused children in our community. Quite often the smallest voices need the biggest help. Chip in and support the Women’s Golf Charity Event: Swing Again for the Children. Please Support Our Tournament, Auction, & Preview Night Be a participant, a caddy, a sponsor, donate articles such as tickets to events, vacations, designer items, gift cards, themed baskets, and anything else you think would work for the auctions. On August 3 at 5 PM – 8 PM attend the cocktail party, putting contest, wine wall, and basket auction and start the Silent Auction bidding in the Cole Room and Putting Green. For Direct Use at The Child Advocacy Center Books (new and used for children 0-18yrs), stuffed animals (new, no larger than 12” ), small packages of diapers in all sizes as well as PJ’s in all sizes that are given to the children who are there for services. There will be a collection basket for these items in the ladies’ locker room. For more information call, text, or email:

Lynne Stevens (716)689-4616 (home) (716)868-8996 (cell) welovedis@verizon.net

Games Galore & More Charity Event to Benefit the Child Advocacy Center Wednesday, June 8th 10:30AM – 3:00PM | Lunch & Games in the Ballroom Bring your friends and your games!

12:00

| Lunch

Please bring your games. All proceeds will be going to the Child Advocacy Center. $50 Per Person Guests Welcome! Co-Chairs: Michele Wolffe, Michele Pozarny, and Francine Palermo Please call the club for reservations or email reservations@transitvalley.com by June 3.

CALLING ALL CADDIES! Once again this year’s charity event is looking for caddies! Please consider joining us on August 4th for a fun day! Please call, text, or e-mail Mary Jane Myszka at (716)390-5121 or jenga111@aol.com to participate in this worthwhile cause - The Child Advocacy Center. June

Julie Bradley (716)816-9991 bradley4096@gmail.com

Cycle Therapy Poolside Spin, Dry-land, and Swim Saturday, June 18th | 8:30AM Synergy Fitness and TVCC welcomes you to join us for a cycle therapy summer circuit burn session poolside on the turf! Gym attire (clip spin shoes if you have and want to wear them) & bathing suit for water session (should you desire to do so)

9:15AM | Breakfast Avocado Toast Fresh Fruit Salad Chopped Superfood Salad Cups Pureed Fruit Popsicles Deviled Eggs Green Machine Smoothie Orange & Cranberry Juice Station Coffee & Tea Station All other Drinks by Signature $30 per person Sign up by June 13th, 2022

WOMEN’S COMMITTEE Women’s Book Discussion Group 2nd Wednesday of Each Month 7:00PM | Women’s Locker Room Lounge June 8th | The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid A reclusive Hollywood starlet tells her life story, with a twist.

July 13 | The Personal Librarian th

by Marie Benedict & Victoria Christopher Murray A remarkable novel about J.P. Morgan’s personal librarian. Please contact Nancy Pohlman at (716)636-9748 or by email at jcpnlp135@roadrunner.com to reserve your seat.

Women’s Fun 3-Hole Golf Event Thursday, June 30th 5:30PM | Meet at the Driving Range for complimentary charcuterie display & drinks by signature 5:45PM | Golf Tutorial 6:00PM | Golf on the Course Open to all ladies who are Golf and Recreational Members. A la Carte dining reservations available after golf. Call the Golf Shop to sign up.

Canasta Every Wednesday | 3:00PM | Cole Room

Women’s Advanced Mah Jongg Every Thursday | 2:30PM - 5:00PM 7:00PM - 9:00PM Cole Room

If you would like to sign up to play, or have any questions please contact Francine Palermo at (716)725-8558. There will be no Canasta on June 8th.

If anyone wants to have lunch or dinner with the girls, please call or email the club for your reservation. If you need a new card for 2022, please order through the National Mah Jongg League or call (212)246-3052. Lis DiGiore has additional cards available at the same cost ($10). If you would like to sign up to play, or have any questions, contact Lis DiGiore, at digioreins@ roadrunner.com or call her at (716)912-2862. Guests with members are welcomed!

Women’s Stitch-Along

Bunco

Women’s TVCC Bowling League

If anyone is interested in bringing back Bunco, please contact Lis DiGiore at digioreins@roadrunner.com or call her at (716)912-2862 for more information. Guests with members are welcomed.

We are planning to resume bowling in the Fall! Our Fall session will run from October 5 through December 7 on Wednesday mornings. All are invited to join us and bring a friend! Please email Amy Gary at amg8291@gmail.com to sign up.

June

Every Friday | 10:00AM 11:45AM | Optional Lunch Enjoy knitting, crocheting, or embroidery? Bring along your latest project to work on and enjoy lively conversation, laughter, and friendship. Beginners are always welcome and Julie Bradley, if needed, will provide knitting instructions. Lunch by signature. Non-knitters also welcome. Contact the Club or Julie Bradley at bradley4096@gmail.com to reserve your seat.

A Message from The Golf Professional Jonathan Decker, PGA

Head Golf Professional

Father’s Day Special

June 1st - June 19th Purchase any two men’s golf shirts and receive a free hat. Choose from a great selection of FootJoy, Donald Ross Classic and Sport, Greg Norman, adidas, Linksoul, Puma and Straight Down. Complimentary gift wrapping is always included!

Hole In One

Congratulations to junior golfer Henry Bilkey as he recently had his first career ace while playing in a tournament at Timber Ridge on Sunday, May 8th. His hole-in-one helped him shoot 38 for nine holes and secure a second-place finish.

Tournament Winners

Men’s Opening Day Robert DeWitt, Patrick Topper, Mohinder Kalra, Duane Cady Women’s 18-Hole Opening Day Shelly DiGiulio, Patricia Julian, Amy Gary, Pat Schaus Women’s 9-Hole Opening Day Cheryl Carr, Lorraine Anderson, Catherine Sinha, Lisa Canavan

Summer Clinic Series 6/14 6/17 6/21 6/24 6/28 7/1 7/7 7/12

5:30PM - 6:30PM 5:00PM - 6:00PM 5:30PM - 6:30PM 5:00PM - 6:00PM 5:30PM - 6:30PM 5:00PM - 6:00PM 5:30PM - 6:30PM 5:30PM - 6:30PM

Driving Putting Chip/Pitch/Sand Driving Putting Chip/Pitch/Sand Putting On-course

$20 per session open to all members and guests. Beginner and intermediate skill levels.

June

Golf Simulator Hours MONDAY | 7:30AM – 2:30PM (Closes at 3:30PM) Complimentary Beverages & Snacks TUES - SUN| 7:30AM – 8:30PM (Closes at 9:30PM) A la Carte Lunch & Dinner Service 11:30AM - 8:30PM

June Practice Facility Hours MONDAY | 12:00PM - 7:00PM May very due to outside events TUESDAY - SATURDAY | 7AM - 6PM SUNDAY | 7AM - 6PM

June Golf Shop Hours

Monday | Closed Tuesday - Friday | 7AM - 7PM

Pace of Play Dos and Don’ts

DOs

DON’Ts

Arrive to the #1 tee 10 minutes early ready to play

Show up 5 minutes late for your tee time and then realize you need a glove, drinks and your golf shoes

Walk and talk down the fairway

Stand around and tell stories on the tee boxes

Take a few clubs with you to your ball when sharing a cart with another player

Take one club to your ball and then go back to the cart to change clubs

Let faster groups through if they are waiting and hole is open ahead

“They are only a twosome, and we are on #13, they can just wait”

Keep search time to 3 minutes or less

Spend eight minutes looking for your mulligan

Your place is directly behind the group in front of Play slow and rationalize it by thinking, “Well no you one is waiting on us” Use the TVCC App to help expedite food orders

Waiting to order made to order food from the halfway house after finishing the 9th hole

Be considerate of others and everyone wins!

Just let me take this call real quick

Net Double Bogey Max

Taking a higher score than that (outside of tournament play)

2022 Family Golf Kickoff Event

Saturday, June 18th (Tee Times starting at 3:30PM) Moms, Dads, Grandmas, and Grandpas gather up your junior golfers for an afternoon of fun. Format Two-Person Alternate Shot (this will allow an adult to partner with multiple children) Tee Times (approximate) Putting & Chipping Contest beforehand for all junior players 3:30PM - 4:00PM 9-hole players tee off #1 (ages 11+ approximately) 4:00PM - 4:30PM 6-hole players tee off #1 (ages 9 - 11) 4:30PM - 5:00PM 3-hole players tee off #1 (ages 9 & under) June

GRANDMOTHER’S TOURNAMENT Thursday, June 9th

Shotgun | 18-Hole: 8:30AM Shotgun | 9-Hole: 10:00AM

WOMEN’S 18-HOLE GUEST DAY

“ALL THINGS BUFFALO”

Lunch after Play or at 12:30PM. $50 per person Co-Chairs: Linda Parisi & Donna Briceland

MEN’S GUEST DAY

WEDNESDAY, JULY 20 5PM | Shotgun 5PM | Hole #6 Water & Soda 7PM | Hors d’oeuvres Assorted Pizzas Charbeque Chicken Wings Drinks by Signature THURSDAY, JULY 21 8:30AM | Shotgun 7:30AM | Breakfast in Grill Room Poached Eggs Florentine English Muffin, Spinach, Canadian Bacon, Poached Egg, Hollandaise Fresh Fruit 8:30AM | Hole #6 & Halfway Snack Tower, Tim Bits & Beverages 12:45PM | Lunch in the South Room Eden Corn Festival Southwestern Corn Salad with Greens & Lime Vinaigrette Buttered Corn on the Cob Fresh Corn Fritters Charlie The Butchers Block Chef Carved Rib Eye of Beef Weck Rolls, Horseradish, Au Jus Onion Rings The Italian Festival Dressed Antipasto Salad Italian Sausage with Peppers & Onions Cannoli and Sponge Candy Drinks by Signature Coffee & Tea Station $150 per person Co-Chairs: Cindy Fohrd & Ellen Pachioli

June

A Message from the Greens Superintendent Adam Mis As we move into our summer golf schedule, we have been working hard to complete our projects on the course. We finished building new tees at #2 and #17 to give the forward tee positions not only more tee space but also provide the proper distance on #17 per the architect. We also spent time cleaning out years of leaves collecting in the ponds. We made a first run-on removal, but we still have more to do. There was a high volume of leaves in the ponds. When the leaves sit in the pond they start to decay, and as the temperatures warm up the bacteria rises to the surface and the ponds can smell of rotten eggs or sulfur. They also provide an excess of nutrients. As they break down, they can cause algae blooms. We will continue to keep cleaning, putting our beneficial enzymes, and pond dye, to help keep plants and algae from growing in the ponds. As of now, I hope you have seen my irrigation video and attended the information meeting. The board is working on the most efficient option for funding and implementation to getting this critical infrastructure project approved. We are excited about the project and moving Transit Valley into the next millennium with a state-of-the-art irrigation system that will benefit the course for half a century.

Congratulations!

May Employee of the Month - Peter Leising Peter is third generation golf course maintenance. His grandfather was the long-time Superintendent at Country Club of Buffalo. He began his career in High School at Brookfield CC, Monroe Golf Club, and Audubon Golf Course. He left the industry for a while to pursue sales. He is back and has been a great addition to the Transit Valley team.

June

Tuesday

Mixed League Pool Hours 12pm-6pm or Volume

Music on the Patio by Garrett Shea Mixed League Pool Hours 12pm-6pm or Volume

WBDGA Interclub Mixed League

NYSGA Mixed Team Championship

Women’s Fun 3-Hole Guest Event Women’s Mah Jongg Pool Hours 12pm-6pm or Volume

Women’s 9-Hole Guest Day: Let’s Gogh Golf Women’s Mah Jongg Pool Hours 12pm-6pm or Volume

Women’s Mah Jongg Women’s Mixer Music on the Patio Feat. Our Own Chet Gary

Women’s Mah Jongg Grandmother’s Tournament Men’s Spring League Finals

Women’s Mah Jongg Men’s Spring League

Thursday

Women’s Stitch Along Fish Fry & Salad Bar Kids’ Club Pool Hours 12pm-6pm or Volume

Women’s Stitch Along Fish Fry & Salad Bar Kids’ Club

Women’s Stitch Along Fish Fry & Salad Bar Kids’ Club Clete Fox Rounds 1 & 2

Friday

Monday | 12:00PM - 4:00PM Tues, Thurs, & Fri | 8:00AM - 6:00PM Wednesday | 8:00AM - 8:00PM Saturday & Sunday | 8:00AM - 6:00PM

June 20th - 30th Halfway House Hours

Monday | Closed Tuesday - Friday | 9:00AM - 5:00PM Saturday & Sunday | 8:00AM - 6:00PM

June 1st - 19th Halfway House Hours

Pool Hours 12pm-8pm or Volume Women’s Canasta

Pool Hours 12pm-6pm or Volume Women’s Canasta

Men’s Guest Day Women’s Canasta

Games Galore & More Women’s Book Discussion

Women’s Canasta

Wednesday

Monday | Closed Tuesday - Saturday | Lunch 11:30AM - 2:00PM Dinner 5:00PM - 8:30PM Sunday | Lunch 11:30AM - 2:00PM Grill & Chill 5:00PM - 8:30PM A la Carte Dinner Menu will not be available

June Dining Room Hours

Clubhouse Closed Outside Golf Event Pool Hours 12pm-4pm or Volume

Clubhouse Closed Outside Golf Event

Monday

For reservations, please call the club at (716)688-5500 or email reservations@transitvalley.com

Men’s Senior Golf Championship Round 2 Grill & Chill Sunday Pool Hours 11am-6pm or Volume

Father’s Day Cookout Music on the Patio Grill & Chill Sunday Pool Hours 11am-6pm or Volume

Grill & Chill Sunday Pool Hours 11am-6pm or Volume

Sunday

June 2022

Men’s Senior Club Championship Round 1 Pool Hours 11AM-6PM or Volume Pasta Night Kids’ Club

Women’s Cycle Therapy at the Pool Pasta Night Kids’ Club Pool Hours 11am-6pm or Volume

Bocce, Blues, Boil, & Brews A la Carte, Pasta Night, & Kids’ Club Not Available Pool Hours 11am-6pm or Volume

Pasta Night Kids’ Club Clete Fox Round 3 Pool Hours 11am-6pm or Volume

Saturday

Your Club

Officers & Committees Anthony J. Delmonte, Jr. PRESIDENT

MEMBERSHIP CO-CHAIR

Geoffrey G. Burker

Marco F. Benedetti

1ST VICE PRESIDENT

GREENS CHAIR/GOLF CO-CHAIR

Derek L. Zgoda Transit Valley Country Club 8920 Transit Road East Amherst, NY 14051 Main: 716-688-5500 Golf Pro Shop: 716-688-7311 Pool/Tennis: 716-688-5857 Halfway House: 716-689-9677

www.transitvalley.com

Ravi N. Sinha

MEMBERSHIP CHAIR INSURANCE & BENEFITS CHAIR

Margaret E. Shotwell

2ND VICE PRESIDENT

GOLF CHAIR/GREENS CO-CHAIR ETHICS & GRIEVANCE CO-CHAIR

FINANCE CO-CHAIR

David Hawker

Jonathan T. Sinatra

GOVERNOR

FINANCE/AUDIT CHAIR BY-LAWS CO-CHAIR

CLUB COUNSEL

Gary M. Schober

TREASURER

James C. Pohlman SECRETARY

ETHICS/GRIEVANCE & BY-LAWS CHAIR

Your Club

transitvalleycountryclub

Women’s Committee

Patricia Clabeaux

Management Staff

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Tina Gutekunst GM / Membership Services Director tinag@transitvalley.com Brandon Sears Assistant General Manager bsears@transitvalley.com Joe Lee Food and Beverage Manager jlee@transitvalley.com Jonathan Decker, PGA Head Golf Professional jdecker@transitvalley.com

PRESIDENT

Cynthia Fohrd GOLF CO-CHAIR

Paula Orlowski

Karen Dobos

Andrea Rubino

Julie Swiatkowski

VICE PRESIDENT

GOLF CO-CHAIR

SECRETARY

MEMBERSHIP

Adam Mis Greens Superintendent amis@transitvalley.com Dan King Executive Chef chefking@transitvalley.com De’Ann Setter Catering and Events Specialist catering@transitvalley.com Krista A. Griffin Chief Accountant accounting@transitvalley.com

Kelly Longo ENTERTAINMENT

Annette Mills

RECREATION/CHARITY LIAISON

Francine Palermo SOCIAL ACTIVITIES

Hiram Walker Maintenance Manager maint@transitvalley.com Matt Thormahlen Director of Recreation and Tennis matt@transitvalley.com Joseph Wilkie Pool Director jwilkie@transitvalley.com Angela Staszak Kids’ Club Director astaszak@transitvalley.com

Dress Code and Denim Policy Grill Room, Patio, & Simulator Lounge

Country Club appropriate denim is defined as properly sized, in excellent condition, and dark in color(white or black denim is also acceptable). Country Club appropriate denim does not include holes or rips, fading or stonewash look, frayed material, denim shorts, jackets, skirts, dresses, work type denim shirts, or jeans that are worn extremely low cut. Tasteful and appropriate shirts and shoes must be worn. For men, denim must be paired with any tucked-in and collared shirt, sport coat or sweater. Country Club Attire is also deemed appropriate which is defined as: Bermuda length shorts, sundresses, collared shirts for men and appropriate women’s attire.

1921 Room (Previously the Formal Dining Room) & Ballroom

Country Club Attire will be acceptable consisting of collared shirts for men and appropriate women’s attire. Sport coats are optional but encouraged. The intent is to not allow denim. However, denim will be permissible if the Grill Room has reached its maximum capacity.

Club/Special Events

Dress codes will be defined for all Club/Special Events and will be communicated in the newsletter.

Members are encouraged to consider common sense when making casual-attire decisions. We prefer our members dress-up rather than dress-down when visiting the Club. While we expect that members will use good taste and judgment, the Board has directed Club Management to discreetly review any inappropriate casual attire decisions directly with the member to ensure that the Club maintains a casual environment that is enjoyable for everyone. Unacceptable Clubhouse Attire: Yoga pants, leggings,t-shirts, shorts, and athletic attire