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WORCESTER CC WEEKLY A Worcester Country Club Communication
CLUB COMMUNICATIONS We want to communicate with you! Is everyone in your family receiving Worcester Country Club emails? If you haven't been receiving any communications from the Club, please send an email letting us know c/o Judy Mucciarone and we will add you to the list. Also, make sure to sign up for the Worcester Country Club Facebook Group Page and follow our Instagram Page to see what's happening at the Club! If you have any questions or need any assistance, please don't hesitate to contact Lori Cook. Thank you!
Family Movie Party with an amazing
S’MORES buffet Children’s Menu available S’mores 7pm / Movie 7:30pm
“Mary’s Crafts & Games Marathon”
Extended Pool Hours 6pm - 9pm
“Knee-High” Summer Buffet 12 - 2pm & 5 - 7pm DJ music and Challenges 4pm to 7pm
MEMORIAL DAY Monday, May 27 KICK OFF YOUR SUMMER HERE AT WORCESTER COUNTRY CLUB, ALSO KNOWN AS THE…
“FAMILY FUN FACTORY” Friday, May 24 - The pizza portion of the evening is cancelled due to lack of reservations and the children’s menu will be available. Get ready for our “S’MORES” Buffet, roast your marshmallows to your liking and fill your S’mores with a variety of chocolates. The movie will be shown at 7:30pm. Tonight’s movie chosen by our Kids Committee - “The Peanuts Movie”. Saturday, May 25 - Carnival Games and Crafts will rule the day! Leave yourself some “chill time” and enjoy our extended Pool Hours. Sunday, May 26 - The day features our “Kid’s Knee-High Buffet” for lunch and for dinner. $15 all you can eat, children 3 and under are free! DJ music with your requests played all afternoon. Monday, May 27 - Memorial Day is finally here and so is the start of summer. We kick off our summer, Island style with MAI-TAI special for the adults. Kids can enjoy their own special WCC Island refreshment, Kid’s refills are free! Sid’s Island Menu will be available all day. Sit back, relax by the pool, sip on your Mai-Tai and enjoy a day on WCC Island as Calypso and Island music plays. “Sounds like a day in paradise.”
RECIPROCAL CLUBS INFORMATION Enjoy Some Spring Golf at our Reciprocal Clubs
Our reciprocal family is geared towards areas our Members may travel to for leisure and/or business. Our reciprocal clubs are in Rhode Island, Cape Cod, Boston, Western Mass and New Hampshire. We hope you take the opportunity to play some of these top rated courses.
3 Clubs are still available! Make your arrangements today! LAKE WINNIPESAUKEE GOLF CLUB New Durham, NH Reciprocal— Year Round
LONGMEADOW COUNTRY CLUB Longmeadow, MA Reciprocal— September 15 through June
TPC BOSTON Norton, MA Reciprocal—All year long (Guests are allowed) Their members can play WCC from the start of the Dell Technologies PGA Tour event through May 15
OYSTER HARBORS GOLF CLUB Osterville, MA Reciprocal— October 1 through April 30
WANNAMOISETT COUNTRY CLUB Rumford, RI Reciprocal— September 15 through May 15
All reciprocal rounds for WCC Members at Oyster Harbors, Wannamoisett, Longmeadow and TPC Boston are available for cart fee only. Lake Winnipesaukee GC charges a green fee ($80) plus cart fee for Member reciprocity. Guests are welcomed at TPC Boston and Lake Winnipesaukee for an additional fee of $125.
How do we Make Arrangements to Play a Reciprocal club? 1. Play is Monday Through Friday (TPC Boston 7 days a week, after 12:00pm Friday-Sunday) 2. All arrangements are made through our Golf Professionals to their Golf Professionals 3. Pay cart fee only, charged back to your WCC account along with dining and pro shop purchases 4. Request for tee times may be made up to 7 days in advance
KID’S
COMMITTEE WCC Kid’s Committee News
Tuesday, May 14, 2019
WCC Kid’s Committee Meeting Update Our first meeting was a great success with Aubrey and Avery Salmon in attendance. Their endless supply of ideas will be sure to make WCC even more fun for kids of all ages. The discussions covered many areas including “how to make rainy days fun”. Here is a list of just some of the new ideas that will be coming your way;
Line Dancing
Jewelry Making
Tie Dye Everything! (bed sheets, hats, socks)
Picture Board Day
Toy Story Marathon getting us ready to all go see Toy Story IV
Rainy Days under the tent with games and crafts
Karaoke at the Pool
Kid’s Cooking Classes
Create your own Goldfish aquarium
End of season talent show
Join the “Kid’s Committee to put your ideas in action! Next meeting - Saturday, June 1st @ 2pm We need you to be a part of our WCC Summer Fun Factory
Toy Story Marathon Weekend and Movie Trip TOY STORY 4 is coming soon! We will be hosting a Toy Story Marathon at the Club and “carpool” movie trip to Showcase Cinema’s North. Here’s the schedule:
Toy Story - Friday, June 21 @ 6pm
Toy Story 2 - Saturday, June 22 @ 6pm
Toy Story 3 - Sunday, June 23 @ 6pm
Toy Story 4 - Monday, June 24 @ 6pm (Time may change due to movie schedule)
Each evening we will feature different dinner specials for the kids attending the marathon movies. Cost is $15++. Each child will also be making a “new friend” craft during each movie as Bonnie does in Toy Story 4. Mom & Dad’s we need your help on Monday evening to assist with the carpool leaving from WCC the night of the movie which is just minutes from the club at Showcase Cinemas North. Please make reservations for each evening with Judy (mucciaronej@worcestercc.org) for each marathon movie and the movie trip. Mom’s & Dad’s please email Bill Shaw (shawb@worcestercc.org) if you are able to be a carpool driver.
Saturday, June 15 Father’s, Grandfather’s and Uncles are invited to join our Daddy’s to enjoy the evening with Daddy’s special guest(s).
Let’s Shake, Rattle & Roll
DADDY - DAUGHTER
Dad’s, grease back that hair and daughters get your “Bobby Socks” on and come dressed for this year’s theme “Let’s Go to the Hop!”
DJ - 6 to 9pm! Photo Booth! Hors d’ oeuvres, Sandwiches, Cookies, Sundae Bar, Punch & Snacks $20++ per person
Daughters… Print out your “VIP” Access Ticket and bring it to the Daddy Daughter Dance and receive a special gift
TICKET 1234 Dance Drive Worcester, Massachusetts
VIP ACCESS
WORCESTER COUNTRY CLUB
Daily Pool, Snack Bar & Cabana Hours Pool - Open Saturday before Memorial Day until Labor Day Sunday through Thursday - 10:00am to 7:00pm. Please Note - Friday & Saturday 10:00am to 9:00pm (crowds dictate) as stated in the Green Book Snack Bar - Sunday through Thursday 11:30am - 6:00pm Friday and Saturday 11:30am to 7:00pm (crowds dictate) Cabana - Sunday through Saturday 11:00am to 7:00pm (crowds dictate)
ANNUAL MEETING MAY 20, 2019 RESULTS OF MEMBERSHIP VOTING & BOARD OF GOVERNORS MEETING UPDATES Officers – for a term of one (1) year: Treasurer – Samuel J. Parisi Secretary – David A. Lemoine Board of Governors – for a term of three (3) years: Joseph J. Bafaro, Jr. Corenelius M. Cremin James C. Garvey Joseph L. Pagano
Bylaw Amendments (all achieved the necessary two-thirds vote)
Approval %
1. Clarify Architect Master Plan alterations
100%
2. Clarify General Manager responsibilities
90%
3. Establish Open Tee policy
95%
4. Correct reference to golf course plan 5. Require a quorum of the Board to take certain actions 6. Clarify Finance Committee responsibility 7. Allow for the appointment of the Nominating Committee earlier in the fiscal year.
100% 98% 100% 99%
At the Board of Governors meeting following the Annual Meeting, the following officers were elected: 58th President of the Club – Karin I. Branscombe 1st Vice President – James S. Dalton 2nd Vice President – Charles R. Quimby Appointed Committee Chairs and Club Counsel Grounds – Arthur L. FitzGerald House & Activities – Joseph J. Bafaro, Jr. Planning & Facilities – Scott B. Sundin Membership Development – Joseph L. Pagano Finance – Richard T. Leahy Golf – Thomas P. Brady Club Counsel – Stephen B. Reed
Wearing of White Denim for Women Appropriate During Summer With the opportunity to have a full summer trial last year, it was approved by your Board of Governors to extend the period for the WCC 2019 summer season. (Memorial day weekend through Labor Day weekend). White denim pants and jackets, etc. which do not have tears, rips, fraying nor is “distressed� are appropriate. White denim will be allowed in the clubhouse and pool area only. It is not allowed on the golf course and golf practice areas (range and putting green).
Grill Night Every Wednesday Night through September, our chefs will be at your service ready to slice your choice of Steak (Tenderloin, Prime Sirloin, Ribeye, etc.) or Fish (Tuna, Swordfish, Salmon, etc.) to the size of your liking. How about a 1 inch, 2 inch, 3 inch or 4+ inch cut? Your grill choice is accompanied with our Super Salad Station, Baked Potato Bar, Fresh Seasonal Vegetable, Mac & Cheese and breads. Not in the mood for any fish or beef? Feel free to enjoy the Salad and Potato bar $18.95/$10.95 with a Grill Night item. Grill Night selections Market price per ounce.
Dry Aged Steaks Are Also Available
Every Wednesday Begins June 5th
WCC SPRING COCKTAILS FEATURED
CLASSICS
Spiced Highball
Aperol Spritz
angel's envy bourbon, fever tree spiced orange ginger ale
aperol, prosecco, club soda
Blackberry Bramble
Negroni
tanqueray gin, fresh lemon, creme de mure, crushed ice
bombay gin, campari, antica formula sweet vermouth
Prosecco Punch
Pimm's Cup
deep eddy peach vodka, pomegranate liqueur, fresh lemon, cranberry juice, prosecco
pimm's no. 1, fresh lemon, cucumber, topped with ginger ale
Ginger Paloma
Mai Tai
milagro silver tequila, spiced ginger shrub, fresh lime, simple syrup, grapefruit soda
bacardi superior, bacardi anejo, fresh lime, cointreau, orgeat, splash of pineapple
MONTHLY MULE Kentucky Mule bourbon, ginger beer, fresh lime
GOLF NEWS
From your Pro Shop Helpful Video Instruction
How to Register on the WCC Website
Register for Golf Events using the WCC Website
Register for Golf Events using the WCC App
RECAP OF LAST WEEK
Presidents Cup Qualifiers (net scores) Saturday, May 18th  Mike Higgins - Defending Champion Charlie Eppinger 70 Ed Manzi 71 Chris Provo 71 Greg Cusimano 71 Joe Ricca 72 Thom Rafferty 73 John Crowe 74 Tom McNamara 74 Dean Hickey 75 Tyler Nybeck 75 Peter Staiti 75 Rich Armstrong 75 Jeff Zidonis 76 Rob Cotter 76 Stan Shustak 76
This Week In Golf Ladies Night Clinic - From 5:30-6:30 Friday, May 24th $25 per person Covering Full Swing Fundamentals/Cart Rules Available to all ladies & guests Memorial Day Four Ball Saturday & Sunday, May 25th & 26th 8:30 A.M. Shotgun both days Lunch following both rounds
COURSE CARE Taming Runaway Golf Carts By Dave Oatis, regional director, Northeast Region
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TEAM WOO TOWN DEFEATED STERLING NATIONAL WITH A FINAL SCORE OF 5-4! THE MATCH WAS HELD AT STERLING NATIONAL COUNTRY CLUB THIS PAST SATURDAY, MAY 18TH. WOO TOWN IMPROVES THEIR RECORD TO 3-0!
PGA Junior League
WORCESTER COUNTRY CLUB
9 & DINE June 21st
July 12th
August 23rd
9& Dine is a mixed event. At least one man and one woman on each team. (2 person teams) Your group may tee off anytime after 3:00pm at your convenience, there will be no shotgun. Format will be determined by the Pro Shop. Prizes will be given out for each event and will be determined by size of the field. After your round, please join us on the patio! To sign up, please stop by or call the Pro Shop (508) 853-5087.
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Worcester Country Club Date: Wednesday, June 5, 2019 Time: 8:00 AM Shotgun Start This is a match play format between Pleasant Valley, Tatnuck, The Haven, and IGC Each Club has 6 players You must play to a 28 handicap or lower to be eligible. After the last match, all points accumulated (1 point for win, 1/2 point for a half), and the winning club is announced. Matches are played off of the low in the group at 80% of the difference. For more information or to sign up, please contact the Pro Shop 508-853-5087 You may also sign up on the sheet posted in the Ladies Locker Room. In the event that more than 6 players sign up, a lottery will determine those who play. If selected, you will be notified by e-mail.
Ladies Evening Golf
Bassett Bowl Worcester Country Club vs
Tatnuck Country Club
Date: Wednesday, June 5, 2019 Time: 5:00 PM Shotgun Start Where: Tatnuck Country Club Handicap Index: 26.5 & above preferred Format: 9 Holes—Match Play Dinner to Follow 6 Players needed to play as 2 partner teams
Defending Champs—TCC Please sign up to play on the WCC Website/App by choosing the Calendar page and clicking on the Basset Bowl on June 5th. You may also sign up on the sheet posted in the Ladies Locker Room. In the event that more than 6 players sign up, a blind draw will determine those who play. If selected, you will be notified by e-mail. Any questions, please contact the Pro Shop 508-853-5087
Our “All in the Family” initiatives have been so successful, your Board of Governors has elected to extend this offer through May 31, 2019. Don’t delay - sign up today!
Here are Two Just for You! #1 Change your Classification from Social Membership to Active Membership and Pay No Initiation Fee Through May 31, 2019 All Social Members who have been Members for 3 years or longer may move up to Active Member classification with no initiation fee. As is normally the practice, when a Social Member moves to Active Membership they would pay the initiation fee difference from when they joined Club to the current initiation fee.
#2 Children of Members 26 Years or Older Pay No Initiation Fee Through May 31, 2019 This program is for Members with children 26 years of age or older Now is the time for them to come and experience all that WCC has to offer and enjoy it together with their families and pay no initiation fee. Membership Process and Procedures as stated within the green book apply. Should you have questions please call or email Bill Shaw. (508) 853-8064 / shawb@worcestercc.org