Summer 2016 - The Club at Ibis
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Summer 2016 - The Club at Ibis
A publication for the members of The Club at Ibis April May June 2016 www.clubatibis.com C O N T E N T S April • May • June 2016 Play with the Staff Page 5 Social Events Pages 14 - 15 8225 Ibis Boulevard West Palm Beach, FL 33412 { { IMPORTANT NUMBERS CLUB Automated Line GENERAL MANAGER’S LETTER 3 4 GOLF 8 TENNIS 10 SPA 13 BODYMIND CONNECTION 14 SOCIAL 16 CULTURAL 19 FITNESS 22 CALENDAR & NEW CONSTRUCTION Page 24 2 APRIL • MAY • JUNE 2016 Ext. 2346 The Atrium Ext. 2330 The Bistro Ext. 2333 Cart Barn (561) 625-8001 Catering & Cultural Events Ext. 5103 Chelsea Tee Times Ext. 8501 Club Concierge Ext. 5100 Executive Offices Ext. 2374 Tennis & Fitness Center Ext. 2360 Golf Fitting Center Ext. 5072 Golf Shop Ext. 2381 Member Communications Ext. 5101 Membership Ext. 5142 Panache Ext. 2331 Sales & Marketing Ext. 5140 The Spa Ext. 2386 Sports Shop Welcome Center Ext. 8900 (561) 624-8000 COMMUNITY Property Owners Association (561) 630-2828 Cooking Demonstration with Chef Jerome Going Green at Ibis (561) 625-8500 Accounting Page 17 Public Safety (561) 624-8911 Automated Public Safety Line to Call in Guests (561) 625-8464 www.clubatibis.com A LET TER FROM YOUR General Manager DEAR IBIS MEMBER, Spring is always a welcome time of year, as the weather begins to warm up. It also signals the winding down of season, and this has been a season like no other here at The Club at Ibis. We completed our Capital Improvement Project in the fall, just as season was about to begin, and our members were able to finally experience the brand new facilities from top to bottom. If you have ever built your own home, you know that there is always a period of adjustment to get the “bugs” worked out, and The Club is no different – it is just a much bigger “house,” and it takes a little longer to get comfortable and find the best way to settle in to our new and different world and surroundings. I do hope you will take a moment to thank our Board of Directors, the LongRange Planning Committee, and the many others who were critical to the success of this project. They tackled a monstrous job, and through their tireless hours of time and amazing dedication, The Club at Ibis is now one of the best clubs anywhere and can even sport the title of “Distinguished Emerald Club of the World.” We have so much to be proud of and thankful for. As you contemplate your summer plans, we are busy here at the Club organizing events and special dining options for our members who call Ibis “home” all year-round. While we would like to be able to provide our members with all of the offerings and venue openings that we do in season, it would clearly not be fiscally responsible. We are committed to member satisfaction all year long and will continue to bring you great events and dining opportunities to enjoy at the service level you have come to expect. If you are a golfer, we will, once again, have over 40 area clubs participating in the Reciprocal Program this year. Be sure to take advantage of this and get out and visit other clubs and courses. We always look forward to hearing your comments and suggestions when you return. As they say, “the best compliment is imitation,” so let us know if you come across a great idea that Ibis may wish to “adopt.” Our courses have experienced a challenging winter with the inconsistent weather – it’s either too hot, too cold, too wet or too dry this winter. Even the USGA agrees that it has been one of the most difficult years in history. Our summer cultural practices will be extremely important to maintain and preserve these valuable assets that make Ibis the premier club that it is. In addition, this summer, we will begin redoing the greenside bunkers to afford our golfers an even better experience, which will be scheduled during regular cultural practices whenever possible. Tennis play will slow down some over the hotter months, but, since their opening, we have been pleased with the additional play on the two new tennis courts, as well as the four new pickleball courts. Our Junior Summer Camp is filling up again and it’s always a great time to watch our future Ibis sports enthusiasts get a little extra practice while having fun. To keep you healthy, fit, and relaxed, a variety of Fitness Classes will be ongoing throughout the summer months, along with our BodyMind Connection efforts to bring you interesting lectures. Then, relax at The Spa with one of our many special treatments. Be sure to enjoy some sun and fun poolside. It’s the perfect place to spend the lazy days of summer. For the socially active, don’t miss the Rocket Man Show, and a variety of games to show off your skills, including Bingo, Trivia Challenge, and Name that Tune. We have a variety of special events with dining headed your way with Easter Brunch, Seder Dinner, Mother’s Day Brunch, and a Father’s Day Special at The Bistro. These are special family times, so be sure to watch the updates and make your reservations early. We will continue with Candlelight Dinners in Panache, a Wine Reception, and our fabulous Seafood Feast Dinner Buffet (there will be food for the landlubbers, too). The Club at Ibis is new and exciting. We want you to create the Ibis Experience™ as only you can by enjoying your beautiful surroundings while doing all of the things you love. Happy Spring! Sincerely, Stephen J. LoGiudice General Manager “The Club at Ibis is now one of the best clubs anywhere and can even sport the title of “Distinguished Emerald Club of the World.” We have so much to be proud of and thankful for.” APRIL • MAY • JUNE 2016 3 Golf Ibis Pro-Member Summer Series Greetings from The Club at Ibis Golf Staff Monday, May 23 5:00 p.m. Pairings Party Last summer, we introduced a summerlong event for the Ibis Golf Professionals and Ibis members. We had such great participation that we wanted to continue this new tradition into the summer of 2016. Teams of members who sign up will play a round of golf with a selected professional throughout the summer months. During the Pairings Party, the Tournament Staff will randomly assign a The 2015 - 2016 golf season just flew by this year. It is hard to believe that April is already here, and the South Florida season is about to come to a close. Your Club had a lot of exciting things happening this year that included the Grand Opening of the Clubhouse with Jack Nicklaus in attendance for the Ribbon Cutting, along with celebrating our 25 year anniversary. Ibis members were also very excited to show off their brand new Club with the return of Member-Guest events for men, women, and couples. Golf Professional for you to play with. At the end of the summer, we will calculate the lowest team net score from each golf course to determine the winners. The entry fee of $50.00 per player includes a gift for playing, the receptions at the beginning and end of the summer, along with prizes that will be awarded at the end of the summer. Stay tuned to your weekly Golf & Greens emails for more information on how and when to sign up for this competitive (but enjoyable) summer-long event. Summer Golf Leagues Even though we’re coming up on the summer months, the temperatures are not the only things that are going to be heating up. As always, we will be offering Junior Camps and Mixed 9 & Dine events. We also look to introduce and bring back some classic golf game competitions to boost participation for events in the summer. Check out the summer calendar that includes a wide variety of fun golf activities. 4 APRIL • MAY • JUNE 2016 Besides all of the golf events here at Ibis, there are also Leagues and Associations that Ibis is a part of that give you an opportunity to play at and compete against other local clubs in Palm Beach County. For further information, please contact the Tournament Office at (561) 625-8500, Ext. 2358. Fore! Your Information 2016 Ibis Champions’ Awards Ceremony ILGA-18 Thursday, April 7 8:30 a.m. Shotgun We would like to congratulate our 2015 - 2016 Ibis Golf & Tennis Champions at our annual Awards Ceremony. All Ibis members who have participated in any golf or tennis championship during the 2015 - 2016 tournament season are invited to attend. Cocktails and heavy hors d’oeuvres will be served. Registration is required and can be made via www.clubatibis.com or by calling (561) 625-8500, Ext. 5100. Closing Day Schedule Couples Sunday, April 17 8:30 a.m. Shotgun IMGA Saturday, April 16 1:00 p.m. Shotgun ILGA-9 Thursday, April 14 9:00 a.m. Shotgun Summer Reciprocal Program As the summer quickly approaches, we are setting up agreements with many South Florida clubs around Ibis to join in our Summer Reciprocal Program beginning in May. We are hoping to have over 40 clubs in the program for 2016. Booklets listing the various clubs participating in our Reciprocal Program will be available for all members to pick up toward the end of April in the Golf Shop. To book a reciprocal tee time, please call or come by the Tee Time Office to fill out a request. Request forms can also be downloaded online at www.clubatibis. com. These requests can be emailed or dropped off to our Tee Time Department. All requests must go through our Tee Time Office, and they will follow up with our members once the request is granted. Prices and tee time options vary among participating clubs. Contact the Tee Time Office for more details: Phone: (561) 625-8500, Ext. 8501 Email: teetime@clubatibis.com Wednesday, April 13 5:00 p.m. Traditional Summer Golf Events Do you remember the days of showing up at the golf course, throwing a bunch of golf balls in the air, then getting paired up with that group at the tee? Well, your Ibis Golf Staff is looking to do a similar format during the summer and get back to the way golf games used to be established. We want to boost your weekly golf game with friends and provide a traditional golf experience to enhance some friendly competition among members. Stay tuned to the Golf & Greens weekly email for more information on these classic golf games. Play with the Staff - Summer 2016 Back by popular demand are our Play-with-the-Staff events. We look forward to having the opportunity to spend some time with our members on the course beginning in May and continuing throughout the summer months. These events have continued to be enjoyable experiences where staff and members come together to share a day playing the game that we all love. All Play-with-the-Staff events begin at 8:30 a.m. and are played on one Thursday of each month through September on the following dates: May 12 June 23 July 21 August 18 September 22 APRIL • MAY • JUNE 2016 5 Golf Pro’s Corner If you’re like most people who play golf, eventually you find yourself under a tree, faced with a shot that requires an abbreviated backswing. You take a couple of shortened practice swings and figure you’re ok. You think, “I’ve got this shot.” You take The Half Swing By Bob Olson, PGA your swing and hit the tree branches, swing and hit a bad shot, or worse yet, miss the ball completely. That happens. You end up making a bigger swing than the practice swing. The most likely reason for this is you probably never practice that shot with a shortened swing. If you’re Summer Aerification Schedule To help keep our courses looking their very best, below is the maintenance schedule for each golf course throughout the summer. Legend Course Closed Monday, April 25 – Sunday, May 22 Monday, July 18 – Sunday, August 14 Tradition Course Closed Monday, May 23 – Sunday, June 19 Monday, August 15 – Sunday, September 11 Heritage Course Closed Tuesday, June 21 – Sunday, July 17 Monday, September 12 – Sunday, October 9 like most of us, you try to squeeze a bit more out of the shot than you should. Here’s a way you can practice that shot and have fun at the same time. Go to the south end of the range to the T.O.P. area. (T. O. P. stands for Target Oriented Practice). That’s the area where the nets are located. Most of us use this area just for our shorter irons and to practice full swings. Try this the next time you’re out there: Pick one of the target nets; pick a club to use. Then, imagine that you’re under a tree. Make a swing that will get the shaft of the club no higher than ground level on both your backswing and forward swing. Concentrate on good ball contact, not distance. You’ll see that the ball doesn’t go as far as you might have thought it would. That’s ok. Hit a few shots with this swing. Now, switch clubs. If you used a wedge on the first few shots, switch to a 7-iron. Make the same swing, getting the shaft of the club level with the ground. Concentrate on solid ball contact. Do this same routine with a couple of other clubs. A couple of things will probably happen. First, your ball contact should improve. Second, you’ll develop a “feel” for the shortened swing and how far the ball goes using different clubs with the same swing. The next time you find yourself under a tree, you’ll have the confidence to hit the shot that you need to. Play well and have fun. 6 APRIL • MAY • JUNE 2016 Summer Hole-in-One Club The Ibis Hole-in-One (HIO) Club has been a fabulous addition to our club programs. Being able to win money with one swing of the club makes it all that more exciting when we make an ace! If you signed up and were a member of the HIO Club from November 1, 2015 – May 31, 2016, and wish to participate in this program over the summer, you will have to sign up for the summer season. This will be a club within a club and is open to all Ibis golf members. The Summer HIO Club will run from June 1, 2016 – October 31, 2016. Any golf member of the HIO Club who makes an ace during this time frame will be eligible for the HIO benefits. Both the primary and dependent golf member must sign up for the HIO Club for both to be eligible for the HIO benefits. To sign up for the HIO Club, contact the Golf Shop at (561) 625-8500, Ext. 2381. Members may also email the Tee Time Office at teetime@clubatibis.com. The more members we have signed up, the bigger the payout! Registration begins Sunday, May 1, 2016. All Ibis Golf Members, regardless of membership in the Ibis HIO Club, will be eligible for a personalized plaque in recognition of their accomplishment, as well as a $50 Food & Beverage Credit to be used following their round of golf. Ibis Golf Retail Department Spring is in full bloom and the season is in “full swing.” Your beautiful new Ibis Golf Shop is offering everything you need for golf and beyond. We’ve introduced golf and lifestyle brands like EP Sport, Linksoul, Under Armour, and Tommy Bahama. We will continue to bring in new brands such as Catherine Wingate for women and Turtleson for men. We have also introduced “Celebrating 25 Years” merchandise to commemorate the 2016 TwentyFive Year Anniversary of Ibis. Our philosophy is to conveniently offer you the latest and greatest in golf retail trends from only top of the line vendors. If you need a swing fix, now is the time to experience our interactive Fitting Studio. Our trained professional, Joe Milazzo, will analyze your golf swing with cutting edge FlightScope technology. We have also initiated the Science and Motion (SAM) Putt Lab. Both of these systems will provide you with the opportunity to be properly fit, which enables us to adjust your current golf equipment or fit you for new equipment. We offer every major manufacturer’s newest equipment at prices well below any other golf retailer. We are here to help you enjoy this great game! APRIL • MAY • JUNE 2016 7 Tennis Saturday Morning Drills Men 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. $25.00 per person Fast-paced drills and simulated match play. Courts are divided by ability. So... What is Pickleball? Just what is pickleball, you wonder? Pickleball is a paddle sport played with a wiffle ball on a badminton-sized court with a tennis-style net. A non-volley zone (or kitchen) prevents volleys close to the net, and the serving team cannot Ladies 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. $25.00 per person Fun drills with emphasis on footwork, stroke production, and strategy. All levels are welcome, and courts are divided by ability. Drills are one of the more popular clinics offered by your Ibis Tennis staff. Upcoming Tennis Events Club Champions’ Awards Ceremony Wednesday, April 13 at 5:00 p.m. Ladies’ Spring Round Robin and Luncheon Monday, April 18 at 10:00 a.m. volley the return of serve. This is a fun sport that combines many elements of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong. Pickleball was invented in the mid-1960’s as a children’s backyard pastime, but quickly became popular among adults as a fun game for players of all levels. Many kids and teenagers play it in physical education classes in middle and high schools. Seniors enjoy the social aspects and the ability to stay active in their communities. Tennis, racquetball, and ping pong players love the competitive nature of the sport and regularly participate in competitive tournaments. Please call the Sports Shop at (561) 625-8500, Ext. 8900, to receive further information on lessons and clinics or to make a court reservation. 8 APRIL • MAY • JUNE 2016 Men’s Spring Round Robin and Luncheon Thursday, April 21 at 10:00 a.m. Memorial Day Tennis Social Monday, May 30 at 10:00 a.m. Cardio Tennis Monday and Friday mornings 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. Burn calories, make new friends, and stay in shape. Heart-pumping Cardio Tennis is offered twice a week. All levels of tennis players are encouraged to participate. The cost is $18.00 per person for each one-hour class. The hour consists of a five-minute warm-up drill, 50-minute cardio workout drill, and a five-minute cool-down session. Weekly Programs We have ongoing programs for players of all ages and abilities. Simply call (561) 625-8500, Ext. 8900, or stop by the Sports Shop to register. Some of our programs are complimentary, but registration is required. Ladies’ Team Tennis Palm Beach County Women’s Tennis Association Interested in playing in a Ladies’ Palm Beach County Tennis League for the 2016 - 2017 season? Please let us know before you depart for the summer. We will connect you with the Team Liaison and/or Team Captain. For more information, please contact the Sports Shop at (561) 625-8500, Ext. 8900. Ladies’ Round Robin Wednesdays at 11:00 a.m. in April and at 10:00 a.m. in May and June. Complimentary Clinics Second Monday of the month from 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Ball Machine The ball machine may be reserved daily after 12:00 p.m. in season (November - April) and anytime in the off season, if courts are available. Sports Retail Shop Since looking good is just as important as playing well, the Sports Shop will keep you looking your best with the latest in fashionable styles of well-fitting tennis, fitness, and yoga apparel. You will also find the latest in tennis and fitness equipment, accessories, and shoes. Our friendly and knowledgeable staff is always on hand to help you make the perfect selections. You will find the latest in Tennis and Fitness equipment, accessories, and shoes from New Balance, Under Armour, Fila, and Prince. Soon, the Sports Shop will be launching our new online store. You will then have access to even more athletic gear from brands such as Nike, Adidas, Lija, and member pricing will be available on most items. More details are coming soon. APRIL • MAY • JUNE 2016 9 Spa Proper Nutrition Regular Exercise SPAtacular Summer Savings Aroma Bliss Massage Our signature massage is performed and personalized by our experienced therapists. They will customize a formula of aromatic essential oils containing specific benefits for the body, while enhancing all of your five senses. 50 minutes: $65.00 (regularly $85.00) 80 minutes: $95.00 (regularly $120.00) Peace of Mind Care of Face & Body Effective Monday, May 2. Vitamin C Revitalizing Facial Peel To restore radiance, this superb peel treatment infuses the skin with Vitamin C, a powerful antioxidant, to improve the visible signs of sun damage. 50 minutes: $70.00 (regularly $95.00) Turkish Salt Scrub or Chamomile Scrub An invigorating thermal salt exfoliation utilizing thermal mineral salts followed by an application of thermal mineral lotion. 50 minutes: $55.00 (regularly $85.00) Mother’s Day is Sunday, May 8, and we would love for you to share this special time with us. During the month of May, we will be honoring all of the mothers at Ibis. Every woman deserves to be pampered, so share a treatment with the most important women in your life (mother, sister, daughter, daughter-in-law, best friend, and role model). Indulge in a unique facial and massage together at The Spa. 50-minute Swedish Massage & 50-minute Essential Balancing Deep-Cleansing Facial. $55.00 per treatment (treatments must be booked on the same day). Father’s Day is Sunday, June 19, and we are honoring the fathers at Ibis with a deal they’ll love. 50-minute Swedish Massage & 50-minute Gentleman’s Facial. $55.00 per treatment (treatments must be booked on the same day). 10 APRIL • MAY • JUNE 2016 New Salon Services at The Spa! We are pleased to introduce our new Watermelon-Basil Vodkatini Manicure & Pedicure! Prepare yourself for a juicy slice of delight! This fresh body polish combines Square One organic vodka, basil, American-grown organic rye, and watermelon seed oil for a luscious and refreshing exfoliation that renews your skin and leaves a tempting scent in its wake. The Watermelon-Basil Vodkatini Body Scrub is 97% natural, vegan, and, like all FarmHouse Fresh Products, is paraben and sulfate-free! 30-minute Manicure: 45-minute Pedicure: $19.00 $27.00 Summer Hours of Operation Effective the week of Sunday, May 15, The Spa will be open during the following hours: Tuesday – Saturday 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Appointments can be made after 5:00 p.m. with 24-hour notice. Sip and Shop at The Spa Join us for a fun afternoon at The Spa, as we spend time with our educators on the latest products and trends. Please mark your calendar for these unique events: • • • • • • • • Wednesday, April 6 – Anatomie Clothing Line Wednesday, April 13 – La Bella Donna Wednesday, April 27 – NuFACE & Clarisonic Wednesday, May 4 – Kerstin Florian Wednesday, May 18 –Environ Wednesday, June 1 – Farmhouse Fresh Wednesday, June 15 – Rene Furterer Wednesday, June 29 – Environ Skin Care Sunday & Monday CLOSED (including Memorial Day on Monday, May 30) APRIL • MAY • JUNE 2016 11 Ibis Junior Summer Camp Monday – Friday 8:45 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Our Summer Camp information is now available in the Sports Shop. We specialize in sports that kids will play for a lifetime. Tennis instruction, golf instruction, supervised free swim, pickleball, lunch (provided), and afternoon sports, games, and crafts. SPORTS CAMP: Ages 5 - 8 ACADEMY CAMP: Ages 9 - 16 $250.00 per week, per camper $75.00 daily rate $25.00 one-time registration fee We offer a 10% sibling discount off the weekly rate. Space is limited. Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis. Camp Sessions: Session #1 June 6 - 10 Session #2 June 13 - 17 Session #3 June 20 - 24 Session #4 June 27 - July 1 Session #5 July 5 - 8 ($200.00) Session #6 July 11 - 15 Session #7 July 18 - 22 Session #8 July 25 - 29 Session #9 August 1 - 5 Registration can be done on a daily or weekly basis. However, full payment is due upon completed registration submission. The registration deadline is the Monday prior to each camp date. Early drop-off is available from 8:00 a.m. - 8:45 a.m. for an additional $20.00/week. You must register in advance for early drop-off. Parents will be charged $20.00 per 15-minute period for late pick-up. For further information, please contact Jill Sheahan, Camp Director, or the any one of our Sports Concierges in the Sports Shop by calling (561) 625-8500, Ext. 8900. 12 The Club at Ibis • 8225 Ibis Blvd. • West Palm Beach, FL 33412 Telephone: (561) 625-8500, Ext. 8900 APRIL • MAY • JUNE 2016 BodyMind Connection BMC Lecture Series Taking Care of Your Shoulder to Prolong your Sport with State-of-theArt Shoulder Arthroplasty Presented by Dr. Ryan Simovitch Tuesday, April 5 at 4:00 p.m. Renaissance Room Improve your Posture, Improve your Life. Presented by Dr. Matthew McNabb Tuesday, May 17 at 4:00 p.m. Renaissance Room Sun Savvy & Sun Wise Presented by Rita Teixeira Tuesday, April 12 at 4:00 p.m. Renaissance Room Men’s Health: 30 Skin Care Misconceptions. Presented by Rita Teixeira Tuesday, June 7 at 4:00 p.m. Ficus Room Melanoma Talk: Ingredients that Protect You from the Sun. Presented by Rita Teixeira Tuesday, May 10 at 4:00 p.m. Renaissance Room Pain, Prostate, and Potency: How to Solve Every Man’s Biggest Challenges. Presented by Dr. Al Sear Tuesday, June 14 at 4:00 p.m. Renaissance Room Men’s Health Week The week of June 13 through June 19 is Men’s Health Week! The purpose of Men’s Health Week is to heighten the awareness of preventable health problems and encourage early detection and treatment of disease among men and boys. Please watch your email for further information on our activities during this week. A Man’s Secret to Virility: Your Guide to Peak Health and Powerful Living. Presented by Dr. Al Sear Tuesday, June 21 at 4:00 p.m. Renaissance Room Complimentary CPR Class Friday April 8 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Palm Room Adult, child, and infant CPR/AED instruction will be offered by the Ibis Department of Public Safety through the Emergency Care and Safety Institute. Reservations are available now via www.clubatibis.com or by calling The Spa Concierge at (561) 625-8500, Ext. 2386. Tuesday, April 12 10:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Saturday, May 21 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Global Wellness Day is Saturday, June 11. “One day can change your whole life.” APRIL • MAY • JUNE 2016 13 Social BINGO Tuesday, April 5 & 19 Tuesday, May 3 & 17 Tuesday, June 7 & 21 7:00 p.m. Registration 7:30 p.m. Games Begin Clubhouse Rocket Man Show Saturday, April 9 8:00 p.m. The Grand Ballroom Take a journey down the old “Yellow Brick Road,” as Rus Anderson performs in this extravagant Elton John tribute show that the Tampa Bay Times called “The next best thing to Elton John.” The Rocket Man Show features a band full of talented and trained musicians; however, this is not only a musical homage to Sir Elton. It features several elaborate and colorful costumes, each professionally-designed and tailored to exactly match iconic looks from Elton’s early decades on stage. Reservations are available now via www.clubatibis.com or by calling the Club Concierge at (561) 625-8500, Ext. 5100. Card Prices: $10.00/$15.00/$20.00 Cash only. Small bills please. Reservations are not necessary. Screen on the Green Take the golf cart over and catch this family-friendly film right on the Driving Range. Enjoy popcorn, candy, and more at this fun evening suitable for all ages. Screen on the Green may be cancelled in the event of inclement weather. Reservations are available now for this complimentary event via www. clubatibis.com or by calling the Club Concierge at (561) 625-8500, Ext. 5100. Seafood Feast Dinner Buffet Sunday, April 24 5:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. The Grand Ballroom Attention seafood lovers! Come feast on the treasures of the seven seas at our everpopular Seafood Night. Reservations are available now via www.clubatibis.com or by calling the Club Concierge at (561) 625-8500, Ext. 5100. Maximum table size is 12 people. 14 Candlelight Dinner Saturday, April 23 “The Good Dinosaur” 7:45 p.m. APRIL • MAY • JUNE 2016 Thursday, April 28 Thursday, May 5 6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Panache Delight in a fabulous fourcourse meal, perfectly paired with wine selections and served in the specially-created ambiance of candlelight. Reservations open at 11:00 a.m., six weeks in advance of each event, via www.clubatibis. com or by calling the Club Concierge at (561) 625-8500, Ext. 5100. Cheers Friday April 29 • 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Come enjoy socializing with your friends and fellow members at Cheers. This event is being held in conjunction with the opening night of the Ibis Photography Show. Hors d’oeuvres and reducedprice drinks will be available. Members: $10.00++ per person Guests: $25.00 inclusive per person Guests welcome. Reservations are available now via www.clubatibis.com or by contacting the Club Concierge at (561) 625-8500, Ext. 5100. Seder Dinner Sunday, April 17 5:00 p.m. ~ Buffet Dinner 7:00 p.m. ~ Game Begins Clubhouse Friday, April 22 6:00 p.m. The Grand Ballroom Enjoy our delicious Gourmet Buffet before the game begins, and then, sit back and test your skills and even win Ibis Bucks. Make your dinner reservations between 5:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m., so you don’t miss out on any of the fun. Game begins promptly at 7:00 p.m. Reservations open at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, April 4 via www.clubatibis.com or by calling the Club Concierge at (561) 625-8500, Ext. 5100. Reservations for parties up to a maximum of 12 people will be accepted and those for less than eight will be combined to create teams. Name that Tune Sunday, May 22 Dinner ~ 5:30 p.m. Registration ~ 6:30 p.m. Games Begin Promptly at 7:00 p.m. Clubhouse Start your evening out by enjoying our delicious Gourmet Buffet before the game begins, then test your musical knowledge and even win Ibis Bucks. Reservations open at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, May 9 via www.clubatibis.com or by contacting the Club Concierge at (561) 625-8500, Ext. 5100. Reservations for parties up to a maximum of 12 people will be accepted and those for less than eight will be combined to create teams. Mother’s Day Brunch Sunday, May 8 10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. The Grand Ballroom Memorial Day Barbeque Monday, May 30 11:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Tennis Patio Reservations are available now via www.clubatibis.com or by calling the Club Concierge at (561) 625-8500, Ext. 5100. Maximum table size is 12 people. Father’s Day Special at The Bistro Celebrate Mom with an elaborate brunch buffet and complimentary mimosas. Guests welcome. Reservations are available beginning at 11:00 a.m. on Sunday, March 27 via www.clubatibis.com or by calling the Club Concierge at (561) 625-8500, Ext. 5100. Maximum table size is 12 people. Join us on the first night of Passover for a complete, Kosher-style Seder. We will offer everything from gefilte fish to macaroons, the Haggadah to yarmulkes, and Manischewitz to afikoman. This service will be led by Rabbi Steven R. Westman. Guests welcome. Sunday, June 19 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. The Bistro In addition to our a la carte dining menu this evening, we will be offering a three-course surf and turf dinner special in honor of Father’s Day. $10.00 inclusive per person Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis. The Bistro dinner reservations will be available 13 days in advance via www. clubatibis.com or by calling the Club Concierge at (561) 625-8500, Ext. 5100. APRIL • MAY • JUNE 2016 15 Cultural A S S O C IAT I O N Photography Club Third Tuesday of Each Month 7:00 p.m. The Photography Club is a great way to help you build upon your talents and share artistic information. New members welcome. For more information, contact Stan Serota at smserota@comcast.net. Painting Classes Our outstanding instructor, Rita Boutros, continues her painting classes into the spring with the following schedule in the Renaissance Room: Thursdays Oil & Acrylic: 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Watercolor: 12:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. Ibis Cooks Traditions This culinary program features demonstrations, tastings, and sharing of recipes in the homes of friends and neighbors. Fee: $10.00 per session. Mark your calendars for this exciting session: Put on your dancing shoes and join us for an evening of Rock & Roll with our very own “Ibis Rocks” dance band. Remember “American Bandstand?” We will recreate it right here at The Club at Ibis. “Be there or be square!” Traditional Cookie Baking Monday, April 11 Lauren Jordan leads a cookie-baking session featuring her renowned rugalach and several other traditional cookie treats. Reservations are available now via www.clubatibis.com or by calling the Club Concierge at (561) 625-8500, Ext. 5100. For more information on Ibis Cooks, contact Louella Lecker via email at sl.lecker@comcast.net. April 7 - April 28 4 weeks, $140 May 5 - May 26 4 weeks, $140 All levels are welcome. Rita is proficient in working with beginners through experienced students. She tailors the instruction to the individual needs of the student. 16 Tuesday, April 12 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. The Grand Ballroom APRIL • MAY • JUNE 2016 Events Off Campus: We have had a terrific season planning several events held outside the gates of our lovely community here at Ibis. Keep an eye out for our flyers and be sure to read the “Things to Do” this summer for trips that we may be planning around the area. $10.00 inclusive per person Reservations are available now via www.clubatibis.com or by calling the Club Concierge at (561) 625-8500, Ext. 5100. The Ibis Actors’ Workshop Presents FRIDAY NIGHT LIVEII Friday, April 8 Curtain at 8:00 p.m. The Grand Ballroom Please join us for an evening of fun and frolic! Refreshments to follow the performance. $15.00++ per person Reservations are available now via www.clubatibis.com or by calling the Club Concierge at (561) 625-8500, Ext. 5100. Summer Watercolor Art Classes Thursdays 12:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. It’s never too late to learn a new talent or to renew your interest. Learn to paint or improve your skills with our talented instructor/artist, Rita Boutros, in the Renaissance Room. Available only as per-diem classes for $38.00 each day, plus the copy fee of $1, as applicable. July 7, 14, 21, and 28 August 4, 11, 18, and 25 September 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29 Interested members should contact Rita via email at rita17ny@gmail.com, text or call (561) 729-8424. The Ibis Garden Club Monday, April 18 4:00 p.m. Renaissance Room Our season’s final meeting will be a two-part event. On Monday, April 18, we will be meeting in the Renaissance Room at 4:00 p.m., where we will be decorating our hats with flowers to wear to the Ibis Wildlife Victorian Tea that we will attend on Wednesday, April 20. Contact Trish Benda for more information at (561) 799-7912 or via email at pbibis@comcast.net. Ibis Sings! Tuesday, April 26 Curtain at 7:30 p.m. Eissey Campus Theatre Returning for their eleventh annual concert, The Ibis Singers & Musicians perform a medley of tunes by Chicago, Santana, Barry Manilow, Earth, Wind & Fire, Gloria Estefan, Paul Simon, Billy Joel, and more. Come to the magnificent Eissey Campus Theatre and enjoy the Ibis Singers & Musicians, your friends and neighbors, led by our talented professionals, Musical Director Adriana Samargia and Piano Accompanist Robert Prester. $15.00 inclusive per person Ticket sales are available at the Club Concierge Desk until Friday, April 1, and members who wish to purchase tickets after this date must contact the Eissey Theatre directly at (561) 207-5900. Ibis Cooks Presents: A Cooking Demonstration and Luncheon with Chef Jerome Monday, May 2 9:30 a.m. Clubhouse Start the day with morning beverages and nibbles before joining Chef Jerome for an informative, hands-on demonstration of cooking techniques and hints, as he creates an inventive meal for the group. Then, sit back and enjoy the bountiful luncheon that he has created. Reservations are available now via clubatibis.com or by calling the Concierge at (561) 625-8500, Ext. Contact Louella Lecker with questions this exciting series. www. Club 5100. about APRIL • MAY • JUNE 2016 17 Cultural A S S O C IAT I O N The Ibis Photography Show Friday April 29 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. (In conjunction with Cheers from) 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Saturday, April 30 11:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Join your friends and neighbors to take in the magnificent works of art created by the Ibis Photography Club as they share their works of art with the community at this extraordinary two-day show. Knitting for Charity The V.A. Hospital held its winter communal baby shower for expectant vets in late February. All of the women participating in this event had served in the military and received pre- and postnatal services at our neighborhood facility. About 35 moms were invited to attend and enjoy the fun and excitement of the event although some were called away by their little ones’ arrivals. Many lovely gifts were donated by the Ibis Cultural Association’s Knitting for Charity participants, Ibis Friends of Vets, and other area community organizations. Members of the Ibis community have been supporters of this thoughtful and generous event since its inception seven years ago. Our community provides each new mom with hand knitted baby blankets, sweaters, hats and booties made by Ibis volunteers. Treat bags of Sheila G’s cookies, door prizes of nursery artwork created by Ibis artists, boxes of diapers donated by residents of Ibis, and two baby stroller door prizes provided by Ibis Friends of Vets added fun and excitement to this wonderful event. Thanks to so many generous and thoughtful members of our community, all of the moms-to-be headed home with arms full of useful and lovely gifts to welcome their newborns. Happy 10th Anniversary Arts Ibis! Arts Ibis 2016 opened on Friday, February 5 with great enthusiasm for the new space and the dynamic display. We welcomed 11 new artists among the 43 sharing their talents and skills with the community. Ibis members proudly presented drawings, paintings, pastels, collages, mixed media, fiber arts, stone and clay sculptures, glass work, pottery, jewelry, quilting, needlepoint, scarves, mosaics, and a variety of photography. What a talented group of residents Ibis has attracted! Over 600 members attended the opening in conjunction with Cheers, with many more stopping by over the festive weekend. We look forward to continuing our tradition for many years to come. 18 APRIL • MAY • JUNE 2016 Fitness Working out has never been so much fun. The Tennis & Fitness Center, located in The CORE of Ibis, has over 50 fitness classes to choose from. Participating in a group fitness class can be so exhilarating. Lose yourself in the music, as you burn calories, become stronger, and gain flexibility. Bring a friend or make new friends in class. Try our virtual spin classes in the Spin Studio or select a class from the kiosk to take in the Yoga Studio. We also have 45 pieces of cardiovascular equipment to choose from. Hook up your smart devices to the machines and track your progress. Surf the web while you burn calories or simply watch TV. Our state-of-theart strength section has everything you need to get or stay in shape. Our functional training area is the most popular place in the gym with a Life Fitness Synrgy multi-station, three TRX’s, two battle ropes, and a power pivot. If you enjoy power lifting, you will enjoy our free weight area complete with a power rack, bumper plates, and a weightlifting platform. We provide a variety of fitness services. Our personal trainers are certified by nationally-accredited agencies and have many years of Ibis experience. They know the membership and deliver top notch exercise programs. We offer one-on-one and group sessions in the Tennis & Fitness Center, in the Pilates Studio, and on the Yoga Wall. Featured Fitness Member of the Quarter Swim Lessons Swim lessons are not only available for children, adults can benefit, as well. Learn basic water safety, refine your stroke or learn a new stroke. Our instructors are friendly, caring, and will make you feel at ease. They maintain their American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Certification and are CPR/AED Certified. To schedule a swim lesson, call (561) 625-8500, Ext. 2360, or stop by the second floor Fitness Desk to schedule your appointment. Ann-Marie Bonsall Ann-Marie Bonsall is dedicated to a variety of fitness activities at The CORE. In addition to working with a personal trainer three times per week, she gets her cardio work in beforehand with 30 - 45 minutes on the elliptical machine, is a regular in the Aquacise classes, and has recently taken up Wall Yoga (maybe to keep up with her certifiedyoga-instructor daughter, Sarah). She has been an inspiration to her dad, Nick Fiorentino, who is now also doing personal training, and her husband, Bob, who can be found in the gym several times per week, as well. Her activities outside of The CORE include golf, which she plays at least twice a week. She can also be found in most of the ladies’ tournaments. She has also expressed an interest in getting back to charitable knitting, having done work for premature babies in the past. Make sure to congratulate her for all of the hard work she put into achieving Fitness Member of the Quarter. APRIL • MAY • JUNE 2016 19 Fitness Additional Fitness Services Navigate Fitness with Nadine Need help getting started with an exercise program? Ask Fitness Director Nadine Moody how to get moving on the right path. Meet with Nadine, and she will navigate you through the many fitness options that are available to you. She will recommend which fitness class to choose or recommend the right trainer for you. If you only need a little guidance to get started in the gym, she will assist you with sound advice to make that happen. Schedule a meeting by calling (561) 625-8500, Ext. 5092. Fitness Classes Live and Virtual Enjoy a variety of classes; such as, floor aerobics, Zumba, step, and kickboxing, as well as strength classes utilizing barbells, dumbbells, and bands. We offer Barre and Pilates and many types of Yoga Classes. Spin and Aquacise classes are also available. If you would like to work out at a specific time, but Orientations for Fitness Equipment Equipment orientations are available at designated times throughout the week. You can learn the technology capabilities on the cardio pieces, as well as the basic operation. Get acquainted with the strength equipment and receive the proper seat settings. Inquire at the second floor Fitness Attendant Desk to receive the current orientation schedule. 20 there are no classes available, try our virtual spin and yoga classes. The spin classes are pre-scheduled, and the Yoga Studio is available based on demand. Use the kiosk located outside of the Yoga Studio to select the desired class. To see the most current Fitness Class Schedule or Wellbeats Virtual Class Schedule, log on to www.clubatibis. com or pick up the current copy at the Tennis & Fitness Center. For group fitness class questions, contact Aerobic Coordinator Doreen Miller at (561) 625-8500, Ext. 2360. Sport-Specific Personal Training Enhance your golf game with the aid of a TPI (Titleist Performance Institute) Certified Personal Trainer. The TPI personal trainers work on strength training for golf and also discuss stability, mobility, and cardio for your workouts. Is tennis your sport? Improve your tennis game with tennisspecific personal training. Our ITPA (International Tennis Performance Association) certified personal trainer has the skills to improve your fitness through tennis-specific training. The focus will be on improving agility, balance, and flexibility. APRIL • MAY • JUNE 2016 Yoga Wall Personal Training This is one of the best ways to improve your flexibility and maintain bone health. The training is performed in the Yoga Studio and is also great for balance, mobility, stability, and strength. Pilates Personal Training Our certified Pilates instructors have many years of experience in Joseph Pilates’ method of physical fitness. This training is a great way to increase your core strength and elongate your muscles. Group Personal Training Any of the above training can be performed in a group format. This is a great way to exercise with a friend or a group of friends. The maximum group for personal training on the fitness floor is three; but Pilates and Yoga Wall Groups can be as large as six. ROM Therapy This type of one-on-one therapy will improve your range of motion. During the session, highly-effective methods are introduced that are specifically used in the preparation and rehabilitation of activities. These methods can prove beneficial to a variety of injuries, chronic ailments, and physical disabilities. This is also a great form of preventative therapy, not only within sports and highintensity training, but for simple day-to-day activities. For more information regarding personal training or additional programs offered, log on to www. clubatibis.com or pick up a Fitness Services brochure at the Tennis & Fitness Center. Transitioning from Physical Therapy to Gym/Sports: Training Older Adults and Post-Injury Clients by Kayla S. Wintermute, PTA Physical therapy is a health care profession primarily concerned with the remediation of impairments and disabilities and the promotion of mobility, functional ability, quality of life, and movement potential through examination, evaluation, diagnosis, and physical intervention. On-Site Physical Therapy can help you work toward your prior level of functionality and get you back on the golf course, tennis court or in the gym. Our trained staff is here to give you the stepping stones to succeed in your activity of choice. There are many benefits of having On-Site Physical Therapy located within The Club at Ibis: •Convenience •Comfort • Trained staff • Easy/safe transitioning to other activities When you are injured or in pain, it is safe to say that it is not as easy to get around. That’s why the convenience of having Physical Therapy within The Club is key. When you are not feeling your best, it is easy to feel uncomfortable in certain situations or settings. Having our clinic in a location that you are comfortable with can be extremely beneficial to helping you succeed in your recovery, and, along with private treatment rooms, you will feel right at home. All of our therapists are educated, licensed, and are continuously updating their education to stay aligned with the latest treatments and equipment available. All of our therapists love what they do and really take pride in helping you to achieve your therapy goals. When you are finished with your physical therapy and are ready to make the transition back to your activity of choice, we are in the perfect location to be able to set up a plan of action with your trainer or pro to ensure that you make a safe transition and avoid reoccurring injuries. We are happy to take the time to make sure that you get the best care within this transitional time. We know how important your health and wellness are and will help you to achieve your top performance levels with the entire health and wellness team working for you. For more information, call (561) 625-8500, Ext. 2385. Fitness Guest Information Tennis & Fitness Center Hours of Operation Monday – Friday 6:00 a.m. – 8:30 p.m. Members must register all guests with the Clubhouse Concierge or Membership Office 24 hours in advance in order to receive a Houseguest Pass. Daily guest fees do apply, and guests are required to present their Houseguest Pass to be permitted in the Fitness Center. Guests are welcome after 11:00 a.m. daily. Guest-friendly classes are available before 11:00 a.m. and are highlighted in red on the Fitness Class Schedule. Saturday and Sunday 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. These hours may vary due to holidays and special events and are subject to change. APRIL • MAY • JUNE 2016 21 Calendar KEY: Golf | Social & Dining | Tennis | Fitness | Spa | Cultural | Club General Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday 1 2 Hebrew Classes 7 CPR Class 8 ILGA-18 Closing Day Chef ’s Table Art Classes ILGA-9 Association Cup Actors’ Workshop Event Knitting Circle Spanish Meet-Up Duplicate Bridge Themed Dinner Buffet in The Atrium 9 Refined Palate Hebrew Classes Art Classes ILGA-9 Closing Day Knitting Circle Duplicate Bridge 15 IMGA Closing Day 16 Hebrew Classes 21 Passover Art Classes Seder Dinner Men’s Spring Round Robin and Luncheon Knitting Circle Spanish Meet-Up Duplicate Bridge 22 Passover 23 Passover 28 Legend Course Closed Hebrew Classes Art Classes Knitting Circle Candlelight Dinner Duplicate Bridge 29 Junior Clinic APRIL 3 4 GRFPT Masters Week Challenge Cup Ibis Friends of Veterans Event Trivia Challenge Passover Seafood Feast 24 11 GRFPT Closing 18 Luncheon Heritage Course Closed for Afternoon Maintenance Ladies’ Spring Round Robin and Luncheon Garden Club Meeting Passover BMC Lecture Bingo Ibis Cooks Traditions Couples’ Closing Day17 5 Beading Circle Community Guided Bird Outing Tradition Course Closed for Afternoon Maintenance 10 25 Legend Course Closed AngioScreen 12 BMC Lecture The “Ibis Rocks” Band Beading Circle 19 Bingo Sip and Shop at The Spa 13 Club Champions’ Awards Ceremony Ibis Wildlife Victorian Tea 20 Writers’ Workshop Photography Club Meeting Passover Body Fat Analysis 6 Challenge Cup Rain Date Demo Day Sip and Shop at The Spa Writers’ Workshop Actors’ Workshop 26 Passover 27 Legend Course Closed Legend Course Closed Ibis Singers’ & Musicians’ Concert at Eissey Theatre Sip and Shop at The Spa NEW CONSTRUCTION IN THE WOODLANDS Model home now open! WCI Communities has introduced a new single-family home design to The Woodlands at Ibis, a neighborhood surrounded by acres of tranquil nature preserves. The three-bedroom plus den, three and a half bath, San Remo II home design offers 2,502 square feet of air-conditioned living space and features an expansive island kitchen with granite countertops and Whirlpool® stainless steel appliances. Two move-in ready spec homes are also available for showing. Pricing will start at $399,000.* Please contact the Ibis Welcome Center at (561) 624-8000, Ext. 1, for more information, or visit the WCI Sales Center located in their model at 6673 Sparrow Hawk Drive. *Prices and availability may change without notice. 22 Saturday Ibis Men’s Classic Ibis Men’s Classic APRIL • MAY • JUNE 2016 14 Body Fat Analysis Passover IMGA Play Day Rocketman Show Screen on the Green Passover 30 Legend Course Closed Legend Course Closed Mixed 9 & Dine Ibis Photography Show Cheers Ibis Photography Show Sunday Legend Course Closed 1 Monday Legend Course Closed 2 Cooking Demonstration and Luncheon with Chef Jerome 8 Mother’s Day Legend Course Closed 9 Legend Course Closed Legend Course Closed 15 22 Name That Tune Tradition Course Closed 3 Wednesday Legend Course Closed 4 Beading Circle Body Fat Analysis Bingo Sip and Shop at The Spa Legend Course Closed 10 Legend Course Closed 11 BMC Lecture Mother’s Day Brunch Legend Course Closed Tuesday Legend Course Closed Legend Course Closed Tradition Course Closed 16 Legend Course Closed Beading Circle BMC Lecture Bingo Photography Club Meeting 17 23 Tradition Course Closed 24 30 Tradition Course Closed 31 Legend Course Closed 18 Wine Reception Sip and Shop at The Spa Tradition Course Closed 25 Play with the Pro Pairings Party 29 Memorial Day Tradition Course Closed Memorial Weekend Mixed Golf Event Thursday Legend Course Closed Hebrew Classes Art Classes Knitting Circle Spanish Meet-Up Candlelight Dinner Duplicate Bridge 5 Friday Legend Course Closed Multi-Generational Mother’s Day Beauty Event Legend Course Closed Hebrew Classes Play with the Staff Art Classes Knitting Circle 12 Legend Course Closed Hebrew Classes Art Classes Knitting Circle Spanish Meet-Up 19 Tradition Course Closed Hebrew Classes Art Classes Knitting Circle 26 Legend Course Closed Legend Course Closed Monday Wednesday Tradition Course Closed 5 Tradition Course Closed 1 Body Fat Analysis Thursday Tradition Course Closed 6 Tradition Course Closed 7 Tradition Course Closed 19 13 20 Tradition Course Closed 26 27 Tradition Course Closed 28 Friday Saturday 3 Tradition Course Closed 4 9 Tradition Course Closed 10 Tradition Course Closed 11 Knitting Circle 8 Tradition Course Closed Tradition Course Closed 14 Heritage Course Closed Tradition Course Closed 15 Tradition Course Closed Global Wellness Day Tradition Course Closed 16 Tradition Course Closed 17 Tradition Course Closed 18 Heritage Course Closed 23 Heritage Course Closed 24 Heritage Course Closed 25 Sip and Shop at The Spa 21 Heritage Course Closed 22 BMC Lecture Play with the Staff Bingo Father’s Day Special at The Bistro Heritage Course Closed AngioScreen Mixed 9 & Dine BMC Lecture Father’s Day 21 Sip and Shop at The Spa Tradition Course Closed Tradition Course Closed Legend Course Closed Tradition Course Closed Bingo 12 20 2 BMC Lecture Tradition Course Closed 14 MAY Tuesday JUNE Legend Course Closed Body Fat Analysis Memorial Day Tennis Social Sunday 13 Mixed 9 & Dine Memorial Day Barbeque 6 Saturday Legend Course Closed 7 Photography Club Meeting Heritage Course Closed 27 Heritage Course Closed 28 Heritage Course Closed 29 Heritage Course Closed 30 Sip and Shop at The Spa *Events listed are subject to change. APRIL • MAY • JUNE 2016 23 8225 Ibis Boulevard West Palm Beach, Florida 33412 Going Green at Ibis You may not realize it, but recycling, conservation, and other eco-friendly “green” efforts are already implemented around The Club at Ibis. Below are a few programs and information about their impact. Keep an eye out for other environmentally-responsible programs that are scheduled to launch later this year at Ibis! Golf Maintenance Water Conservation • Ibis uses water pumped from the lakes on property to irrigate our three 18-hole golf courses. Ibis is allocated 410.67 million gallons annually for all three golf courses and the driving range as dictated by the South Florida Water Management District. This does not include areas that are watered and maintained by Ibis POA. • Simply watering at night to replace the evapotranspiration lost during the day is not a practice used at Ibis. Instead, we use a more effective means; regularly check the soil moisture and turf vigor to determine when and how much water is needed. Additionally, Ibis utilizes a rain shutoff sensor on the weather station that will turn off the irrigation computer if we receive rain. • Last year, Ibis pumped a total of 338 million gallons of water for the golf courses and driving range, more than 72 million gallons under the allotment provided by the Water District. This is evidence of the effectiveness of Ibis’s water conservation methods. 24 APRIL • MAY • JUNE 2016 Tennis Hydration Station/Water Cooler • With the opening of The CORE in 2014, The Club at Ibis made a significant stride towards becoming more environmentally-conscious. Hydration station water coolers at the Tennis & Fitness Center were installed in lieu of offering plastic water bottles to members and guests. In 2015, this single action has saved almost 20,000 water bottles. That is equivalent to roughly 830 cases of bottled water, or $2,980. Lighting • The majority of the rooms in The CORE and the redesigned Clubhouse are equipped with motionactivated lights, which automatically switch off after a period of inactivity in the room. LED lighting is presently used throughout Ibis, as well. LED lighting uses approximately 75 percent less energy than traditional incandescent lighting. It also lasts 35 to 50 times longer than incandescent lighting and two to five times longer than florescent lighting. Cooking Oil •All used cooking oil is disposed into designated containers located in the loading docks. The containers are emptied by Green Star Biodiesel, a company that collects the used cooking oil and recycles it into bio-diesel fuel. As part of the service, Green Star offers complimentary cleaning of our grease traps, as needed (approximately two to four times per year). This is a savings of about $5,000 annually.