PINENEEDLER APRIL 2014 NEWS EVENTS PRO TIPS CALENDAR Pine Lake Country Club Club Life ... Country Setting Since 1952
PineneedlerAPRIL 2014
NEWSEVENTS
PRO TIPSCALENDAR
Pine Lake Country Club Club Life ... Country Setting Since 1952
2 The PineNeedler | April 2014
From the Clubhouse by Danny Souza, General Manager
Dear Pine Lake Member,
The Spring Weather is starting to arrive and with it I hope that the entire membership takes advantage of all the amenities the club has to offer. It is vital that member usage stays robust throughout the entire year to keep the clubs financial responsibilities in order.
Fiscal year end 2014 was a year that brought us unplayable weather for most of the year. The summer had record rainfall and the winter was the wettest and coldest this region has seen in over 15 years. The weather had a direct influence on the member’s usage and spending habits causing an operational deficit and a cash flow opportunity.
The first quarter of last year showed great promise as we were tracking ahead of budget however Mother Nature stepped in and the remainder of the year was difficult to say the least. The Annual Membership Meeting was held on Friday March 29th and the voting members approved three motions that were brought to the floor and elected three new board members. The results are listed below:
Motion #1 – The voting members approved a 2014YE true up assessment of $500 per Golf Member and $250 per non Golf Member.
Motion # 2 – The voting members approved a 2015 YE operation assessment of $25 per month for Golf Members and $12.50 per month for non Golf Members.
Motion # 3 – The voting members approved a dues increase of $10 per Golf Member and $5 per non Golf Member for fiscal year end 2015
The voting members elected Sally Probst, Patrick Keaton and Gene Lee to serve for a three year term.
I would like to thank the entire membership for their continuous support of the club and the entire Pine Lake Staff.
See you at the club soon,
DannyDanny SouzaGeneral Manager
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Tennis Tip by Robert Stephens, USPTA Pro1, Head Tennis Professional
Course Report by Richard McDanel, Certified Golf Course Superintendent
The weather roller coaster continues! The minute it warms, the rain begins preceding another cold front. This is not good for golf or growing grass. The greens aerification was delayed by 3 days in mid-March. I don’t feel like it will impact recovery time any, as the temperatures and cloudy conditions seem to be hampering that. All of the appropriate nutrients were applied to the greens prior to and during aerification. The timing of additional light applications of nutrients will correlate with an increase in growth as temperatures moderate. If too much additional nitrogen is applied at one time and conditions become optimal, excessive growth will occur resulting in slower green speeds and is also a waste of money. Mother Nature is ultimately in control.
Winter work is going well with the mulch being placed in plant beds and natural areas being the biggest task. The bunkers were inspected and sand was added as needed. Mowers are ready and golf accessories refurbished. The cart path renovation project will resume as soon as weather conditions permit - this involves dry soil conditions and a temperature of 45 degrees and rising. The placement of rip rap on the banks of the creek at the entrance is on schedule to be completed soon. All bermudagrass has been treated with a pre-emergent weed control for summer weeds.
Aerification of bermudagrass areas will begin in the near future. We need to start soon to avoid impacting tournaments and outings. This cultivation practice is implemented to create a healthier turf, resulting in better playing conditions.
The 3 new trees planted on hole #13 in memory of Randy Rummage were funded through a donation. In addition to being visually beautifying, they also will help protect the green from players attempting to use the 11th fairway as a lay up strategy when setting up their second shot. The first tree is a sugar maple, which will exhibit stunning fall color, while the others are crape myrtles providing colorful flowers from early July with recurrent bloom through September.
May great golfing and growing conditions return soon!
Slow down between points You may not be able to eliminate the anxiety and nervousness you feel before competition, but some of it can actually improve performance.
Instead you want to find ways to control and manage the stress of competition. If you tend to speed up and play fast when you are uncomfortable in a match try to remember to slow down between points. For example, you can take a few steps towards the back fence to regroup or focus on your racquet strings between points. Use this time to be aware of the match tempo and make adjustments to compete better in the match! Putting yourself in stressful situations during practice will also help you compete better in matches. You can play points/games with special rules and consequences. Also adjust your attitude when competing. Tennis is a game and it should be fun, enjoy the competitive challenge. Remember you cannot control the outcome, only your performance.
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As we move into the Golf Season I wanted to send out a friendly reminder on some rules and etiquette that will help make your time at the club more enjoyable:
• Please be reminded that if you or your group has a starting time schedule but
you are not planning on using it, to either cancel on-line or call the Golf Shop who can cancel it for you, this helps us get as many
members out to play as possible.
• If you have less then four players in your group, but have a foursome signed up on the
tee sheet, please amend on-line or call the Golf Shop so that we can keep the tee sheet
current and up to date.
• Please remember to start at your scheduled time and not to earlier or later, unless the Golf Staff have been consulted.
• Please remember that it is your responsibility to keep up with the group in front of you and
not just in front of the group behind. If you are unable to keep pace with the group in front
of you and the group behind is playing faster, please let them play through.
• Please make an effort to repair your ball mark and one other on each green that you play.
• Please remember to place the rake outside of the bunker after you are done using it.
Golf News by Luke Smith, Head Golf Professional
Upcoming Demo Days
Ping:April 9th 3-7pm
Taylor Made:April 10th 2-6pm
Mizuno:April 18th 2-6pm
Titleist: May 4th 11-3pm
FlightScope launch Monitor
I have recently purchased a FlightScope launch monitor which is a Doppler radar that will give critical information about ball flight and club head characteristics during the impact area.
This piece of technology will be essential in helping fit clubs and give information that
will be valuable during the course of a lesson.
If you would like to schedule a fitting or a lesson
please contact me at 704-409-3165 or [email protected]
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9 Holers News
The 9 – Holer season is under way in theory. The weather has kept us from playing, but does not stop us from
enjoying lunch together. You can still sign up if you are interested in joining. Our first official event was a Captains choice with the winning team of Barbara Clark, Jane Ann Gawlas and Joann Assad. Marilyn Folnsbee got the first Par the following week on Hole # 8.
We look forward to increasing our ranks and encourage you to join our group. If you would like a Trial run, come out some Thursday morning. We meet at 8:30am in the ladies locker room, start time is 9am. Spring has Sprung…Finally!
OMEGA News
T he OMEGA, Older Men Enjoying Golf Association, starts off the OMEGA year with our first match at home
hosting River Hills on the 4th and will host Rock Hill on the 17th. Official qualifiers are the Thursday prior to the tournament. Please come out and join PLCC Omega! If you are a male golf member and will be 55 years or older during the 2014 season, you are eligible to participate.
Golf ClubsCONTACT 9-HOLERS
Interested in joining? Contact Joann or Marilyn.
Joann Assad 704-573-9296Marilyn Folnsbee 704-545-6684
Bev Hickey 704-543-7632Judy Kaiser 704-882-9237
CONTACT OMEGA
Schedule posted on PineLakeCountryClub.com,
click the OMEGA link.
Truman Klipstein 704-578-1598 [email protected]
Tom Gatz 704-545-9530 [email protected]
Jack Sanders 704-364-9217 [email protected]
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Steak Night Friday, April 11 5:30-8:00
Entrées are a’ la carte and cooked to order.
Enjoy the Salad Bar with
Homemade Dressings and Fully Loaded Baked Potato Bar.
RIB-EYE12 OZ. $19.9516 OZ. $22.95
CERTIFIED ANGUS BEEF FILET MIGNON
6 OZ. $19.959 OZ. $22.95
FRESH CANADIAN SALMON
ENCRUSTED WITH POTATO & CITRUS BUTTER SAUCE
$16.95
TWIN CENTER CUT PORK CHOPS
SEARED CHOPS WITH APPLE DEMI SAUCE
$16.95RESERVATIONS PLEASE
OUR REGULAR LOUNGE MENU IS ALSO AVAILABLE NO RSVP NECESSARY!
TASTY TUESDAYSin the lounge |first tuesday of each month
THE MENU CHANGES, BUT NOT THE VALUE!
50% OFF SELECT BOTTLES
OF WINE*
*WITH PURCHASE OF BUFFET OR ENTREE
DESSERTS A’ LA CARTE
5-8 PM $9.95 ADULTS $5.95 KIDS
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Easter BrunchSunday, April 20
Served in Two Sittings11:00 AM (Egg Hunt at 12:15)
OR1:30 PM (Egg Hunt at 2:30)
OUR MENU WILL INCLUDE:
FRESH SEASONAL FRUIT DISPLAYASSORTED PASTRIES
FRUIT MUFFINSWAFFLES WITH FRESH BLUEBERRIES
SCRAMBLED EGGSBACON
SMOKED VIRGINIA HAM CARVED TOP ROUND WITH HORSERADISH
SAUCESLICED LEG OF LAMB
BLACK GROUPER WITH A LEEK AND DILL LEMON BUR BLANC SAUCE
SALAD BAREGG NOODLES WITH
A BASIL MUSHROOM DEMI SAUCESAUTÉED GREEN BEANS
FRESH ROASTED VEGETABLESFONTINA MASHED POTATOES
MAC-N- CHEESECHICKEN FINGERS
STRAWBERRY SHORT CAKEKEY LIME PIE
PEANUT BUTTER PIECHOCOLATE CAKE
LEMON MERINGUE PIECHEESE CAKE
THE EASTER BUNNY WILL
HOST AN EGG HUNT
AFTER EACH
SITTING
RESERVATIONS REQUIREDADULTS $ 21.95 CHILDREN (6-11) $ 9.95
DON’T FORGET YOUR EASTER BASKET
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MEXICAN DINNER
IN MULLIGAN’S FRIDAY, APRIL 255:30 - 8:00
¡THIS IS NOT YOUR TYPICAL TEX-MEX MEAL!CHEFS KEN SNYDER & IAN ROSE
ARE PREPARING AN AUTHENTIC MEXICAN FEAST!!
SALAD BARMEXICAN RICE * REFRIED BEANSBEEF FAJITAS * PORK CARNITAS
GROUND BEEF TACO MEATCHICKEN ENCHILADA CASSEROLEGRILLED CORN ON THE COB WITH
ROASTED JALAPEÑO AND CHORIZO FLOUR TORTILLAS
WARM TORTILLA CHIPS WITHPICO DE GALLO * QUESO DIP
GUACAMOLE * SALSA
CHOCOLATE CAKETRES LECHES
FLAN
RESERVATIONS PLEASE$15.95 ADULTS $7.95 KIDS
THANK THE PEOPLE WHO SUPPORT YOU ALL YEAR LONG
ADMINISTRATIVE PROFESSIONAL’S
LUNCHEONWEDNESDAY, APRIL 23
11:30-1:30
Shrimp GumboFresh Garden Salad Bar
Italian Meat and Cheese AntipastoFresh Fruit Salad
Southwest Grilled ChickenOriental Fried Rice
Roasted Vegetable BlendBaked Potato Bar
Fresh Baked Panino Rolls
Chef Dessert Display:Key Lime Pie
Mango Cheese CakeCookies and Cream Pie
Peanut Butter Pie
$12.50 PER PERSONCALL FOR RESERVATIONS
AUTHENTIC
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SUNDAY BRUNCH
HOUSE AD11:30 - 1:30pm
A different menu each time, so look for your favorites!
Adults $12.95 Kids $7.95 (age 6-11)
age 5 & under eat freeCALL FOR RESERVATIONS
Buttermilk Pancakes whipped butter & maple syrup
French ToastOmelet StationEggs Any Style
Crisp BaconHash Browns
Soup Du JourFresh Garden Salad Bar
Chef Carving Station with
Virginia Baked Ham, Roasted Turkey,
Prime Rib or London Broil
Fresh Catch of the DayBourbon Glazed
SalmonChicken Marsala
Chicken ParmesanKen’s Famous Fried Chicken
Fresh VegetablesGarlic Mashed Potatoes
AND CHEF’S FAVORITE DESSERT SELECTION!
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pine lake great
HOW GOOD IS YOUR CHILI?IS IT GOOD ENOUGH FOR SHOW?IS IT GOOD ENOUGH TO COMPETE?IS IT JUST A LITTLE BIT DIFFERENT?
Well it’s time for our first annual Great Chili cook off and tasting and we want your chili!
You do not have to enter a chili recipe to attend. All members are welcome to partici-pate in tasting and judging who makes the best chili at Pine Lake Country club.
Chef Ken’s Famous Chili will be Available!
Cole Slaw, Onions, Jalapeños, Cheddar Cheese, Cornbread, Naked Wings with assorted sauces,
Lanny Wings, Bratwurst, All Beef Dogs, grilled peppers and onions, Mac n Cheese,
Oversized Cookie Tray.
Adults - $15Children - 11 and Under - $7.95
Includes Hors D’oeuvres & Entertainment
by SykoSounds live 6-9
Live Music, Member Charge Bar, Taste your co-members favorite Chili recipe.
Call or sign up on our web site to attend for reservations to attend
Saturday May 10thPine Lake Cabana 5:30pm
Chef Ken Snyder will be on hand to announce the winners. If you want to enter your Chili recipe simply fill out the reg-istration form and e-mail it back to us. A 2 gallon minimum is required to enter the contest. Prizes will be awarded for the best chili, the worst chili and the most unique chili. Chef Ken will have sides and light hors for all members to enjoy.
tasting & Contest
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PRIME RIB BUFFET
FRIDAY, MAY 23 5:30-8:00 PM
CHEF CARVED
SLOW ROASTED PRIME RIB OF BEEF
GRILLED CHICKEN BREAST MEZZO LIMÓN
PENNE PASTA WITH YOUR CHOICE OF MARINARA OR VODKA SAUCE
FULLY LOADED BAKED POTATO & SALAD BAR
MIXED VEGETABLES
ASSORTED DESSERTS
KIDS MENU AVAILABLE
PLEASE CALL OR SIGN UP ON THE WEB SITE FOR RESERVATIONS
ADULTS $17 CHILDREN $8
MEMORIAL DAY COOKOUT
MONDAY, MAY 26
POOL OPENS AT 10:00 AM POOLSIDE BUFFET
AVAILABLE 11:30-3:30 PM FUN ALL DAY LONG!!!
Grilled Hamburgers Hot Dogs
Hickory smoked grilled chicken breast Pulled pork BBQ
French Fries Vegetable Pasta salad
Mixed Salad bowl Chilled water melon
Tomato and sweet onion salad
$9.95 ADULTS $6.95 KIDS *CALL & LET US KNOW YOU ARE COMING*
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PRIME RIB BUFFET
FRIDAY, MAY 23 5:30-8:00 PM
CHEF CARVED
SLOW ROASTED PRIME RIB OF BEEF
GRILLED CHICKEN BREAST MEZZO LIMÓN
PENNE PASTA WITH YOUR CHOICE OF MARINARA OR VODKA SAUCE
FULLY LOADED BAKED POTATO & SALAD BAR
MIXED VEGETABLES
ASSORTED DESSERTS
KIDS MENU AVAILABLE
PLEASE CALL OR SIGN UP ON THE WEB SITE FOR RESERVATIONS
ADULTS $17 CHILDREN $8
MEMORIAL DAY COOKOUT
MONDAY, MAY 26
POOL OPENS AT 10:00 AM POOLSIDE BUFFET
AVAILABLE 11:30-3:30 PM FUN ALL DAY LONG!!!
Grilled Hamburgers Hot Dogs
Hickory smoked grilled chicken breast Pulled pork BBQ
French Fries Vegetable Pasta salad
Mixed Salad bowl Chilled water melon
Tomato and sweet onion salad
$9.95 ADULTS $6.95 KIDS *CALL & LET US KNOW YOU ARE COMING*
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MULLIGAN’S DINING ROOMChecck the Calendar for all Event Dates and Times
NINETEENTH HOLE LOUNGEMONDAY - CLOSED | TUESDAY - SUNDAY 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
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APRIL 2014SUN MON TUE WED THUR FRI SAT
1
TASTY TUESDAY
2
18 HOLERS PLAYDAY
3
9 HOLERS PLAYDAY
OMEGA HOME MATCH
4 5
6
SUNDAY BRUNCH
11:30-1:30
7
CLOSED
HICKORY GROVE
OUTING
8 9
18 HOLERS PLAYDAY
10
MASTERS
9 HOLERS SWAP DAY
11
MASTERS
STEAK NIGHT5:30-8:00
12
MASTERS
13
MASTERS
14
CLOSEDSPRING BREAK
TENNIS CAMP
15
TENNIS CAMP
16
18 HOLERS PLAYDAY
17
9 HOLERS PLAYDAY
OMEGA HOME MATCH
18 19
JR GOLFREGISTRATION
2:00
20
EASTER BRUNCH11:00 or 1:30
21
CLOSED
22 23
ADMINISTRATIVE PROFESSIONAL’S
LUNCHEON11:30-1:30
18 HOLERS PLAYDAY
24
9 HOLERS PLAYDAY
25
AUTHENTICMEXICAN DINNER
5:30-8:00
VT OUTING
26
SPRING MEMBER/ MEMBER
27
SPRING MEMBER/ MEMBER
28
CLOSED
SPORTS OUTREACH
OUTING
29 30
18 HOLERS PLAYDAY
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MAY 2014SUN MON TUE WED THUR FRI SAT
Pine Lake Country Club Club Life ... Country Setting
1
9 HOLERS MEMBER/ MEMBER
2
GUESTDAY
3
MEN’S PRESIDENTS
CUP ROUND 1
TENNIS SOCIAL
4JR GOLF CLINIC
SUNDAY BRUNCH
11:30-1:30
TITLEIST DEMO DAY
5
CLOSED
COVENANT GROVE
OUTING
6
LADIES MEMBER/ MEMBER
TASTY TUESDAY
7
LADIES MEMBER/ MEMBER
8
9 HOLERS MEMBER/ MEMBER
OMEGA QUALIFER
9
JR GOLF CLINIC
USTA TENNIS TOURNAMENT
10
CHILI COOKOFF
USTA TENNIS TOURNAMENT
11
MOTHER’S DAY BRUNCH
11:30 or 1pm RSVP
USTA TENNIS TOURNAMENT
12
CLOSED
13 14
18 HOLERS PLAYDAY
15
9 HOLERS PLAYDAY
16
JR GOLF CLINIC
17
DON SMITH OPEN
18
9 HOLERS FUN COUPLES
JR GOLF CLINIC
19
CLOSED
20 21
18 HOLERS PLAYDAY
22
9 HOLERS PLAYDAY
CFMA GOLF OUTING
23
COUPLES TWILIGHT GOLF
JR CLINIC
PRIME RIB NIGHT
24
25
SUNDAY BRUNCH
26
MEMORIAL DAY
CLUB OPEN
POOL PARTY!
27
CLUB CLOSED
AERIFICATION
28
18 HOLERS PLAYDAY
AERIFICATION
29
9 HOLERS PLAYDAY
30 31
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5504 Lebanon RoadCharlotte, NC 28227
704.545.4513
PineLakeCountryClub.com
GOLF SHOP
MONDAY - CLOSEDTUESDAY - SUNDAY7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
DRIVING RANGE
MONDAY - CLOSEDTUESDAY - SUNDAY
7:30 AM - 6:30
TENNIS COURTS
PLAYABLE 7 DAYS A WEEK8:00 AM - 10:00 PMCheck Website For Court Conditions
MULLIGAN’S DINING ROOM
CHECK THE CALENDAR FOR ALL EVENT DATES
AND TIMES
NINETEENTH HOLE LOUNGE
MONDAY - CLOSEDTUESDAY - SUNDAY
BUSINESS OFFICE
MONDAY - CLOSEDTUESDAY - FRIDAY7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
FITNESS CENTER
OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK6:00 AM - 8:00 PM
SNACK BAR
MONDAY - CLOSEDTUESDAY - FRIDAY10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
SATURDAY & SUNDAY7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Hours of Operation
Pine Lake Country Club Club Life .... Country Setting