look what`s inside! - The Country Club At Mirasol

VOLUME 7 • ISSUE 12 • DECEMBER 2008
LOOK WHAT’S INSIDE!
GENERAL MANAGER’S LETTER ...2
GOLF ..........................................8-9
CALENDAR ....................................3-5
SPA & FITNESS ..........................10
MEMBERSHIP NEWS .....................6
ANNIVERSARY
CELEBRATION RECAP ..............11
TENNIS..............................................7
EVENT PHOTOS ..........................12
2 CLUB INFO
THE COUNTRY CLUB
AT MIRASOL
11600 Mirasol Way
Palm Beach Gardens,
Florida 33418
(561) 776-4949
Fax (561) 776-4943
www.mirasolcc.com
MATT LAMBERT
General Manager
ext. 111
mlambert@mirasolcc.com
JEREMY BARKER
Director of Sports
ext. 202
jbarker@mirasolcc.com
JESSICA CARBONE
Activities Coordinator
ext. 186
jcarbone@mirasolcc.com
MEREDITH EMOND
Executive Assistant/
Communications Manager
ext. 110
memond@mirasolcc.com
DORANDA FITZHUGH
Catering Director
ext. 190
catering@mirasolcc.com
SAL FRANCHINO
Executive Chef
ext. 172
sfranchino@mirasolcc.com
JOE GAMLIN
Director of
Food & Beverage
ext. 170
jgamlin@mirasolcc.com
JIM GARDNER
Director of
Facilities Maintenance
ext. 208
jgardner@mirasolcc.com
SUSAN HOYT
Director of
Human Resources
ext. 215
shoyt@mirasolcc.com
VALEREE HUWE
Controller
ext. 112
vhuwe@mirasolcc.com
HOURS OF OPERATION
Holiday Closing
Information
CHRISTINA MANZARI
Membership Director
ext. 185
cmanzari@mirasolcc.com
General Manager’s Letter
TERRY McDOWELL
Director of Golf
ext. 104
tmcdowell@mirasolcc.com
I would like to congratulate all members and our
Club team for a very successful 5th Anniversary
Celebration that was fittingly held the weekend
before Veterans Day. The weekend was highlighted by a Saturday morning flyby of four military
planes, followed by golf and tennis tournaments
that included participation by over 300 members.
A slide presentation was shown that featured
members of the Mirasol family in their military
uniforms. We served over 1,600 meals, and the festivities concluded with
a grand fireworks display and a raffle of a 2009 BMW donated by Braman
Motorcars of Palm Beach. Henry and Arlene Friedman of Quantera won the
BMW! As a result of member participation, the support of Taylor Morrison,
the generosity of our vendors, and the hard work of the Club team, we were
able to send Tee It Up for the Troops, Inc. a check for $35,250. What a great
way to celebrate our fifth anniversary and pay tribute to those who have
sacrificed so much to protect our freedom!
MICHAEL THOMAS
Director of
Golf Course Maintenance
775-9970, ext. 11
mthomas@mirasolcc.com
DINING/SOCIAL EVENT
RESERVATIONS
ext. 100
reception@mirasolcc.com
PHONE DIRECTORY
Grille Room..................ext. 146
Statement
Inquiries ......................ext. 128
Golf
Pro Shop ....................775-7800
Esplanade
Sports ........................721-2994
Controlled
Access ........................624-9640
Lang
Management ..............626-8283
Real Estate
Sales ..........................624-7555
2008-2009
ADVISORY BOARD
Susan Bennett
D. Drew Davis
Monty Davis
David Dinin
Manju George
Ted Glover
Stephen Karpf
Joe Lashinger
Major Marks
Ron Singer
Allan Weingarten
WEB SITES
Mirasol Realty –
www.mirasolclub.com
Mirasol Club –
www.mirasolcc.com
An online Member directory is
available on the Mirasol Web site.
Main Dining Room
and Lounge
11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. on Tuesdays,
Wednesdays, and Thursdays for
Lunch Buffet.
5:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. on Wednesday
for Prime Rib and Friday for A la
Carte Dining. 8 p.m.-11 p.m. on
Membership Office
Friday for Live Music on the Veranda.
The Membership Office is open 8 a.m.-11 a.m. on Sundays for
weekdays from 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Sunrise Breakfast, and 5 p.m.and Saturdays from 9 a.m.-noon. 8:30 p.m. for Family Night BBQ.
The Grille Room and Golf Pro
Shop will close at 3 p.m. on
Christmas Eve, December 24.
To purchase or pick up guest
passes when the Membership
Office is closed, please visit the
reception desk. Please note that
the office will be closed on
December 25 and January 1.
Grille Room
7 a.m.-10 a.m. – Complimentary
coffee and bagels
11 a.m.-5 p.m. – Lunch
5 p.m.-8:30 p.m. – Dinner
Dear Mirasol Members,
As the holiday season approaches, I wanted to remind everyone of the
importance of properly informing their visiting guests and family of the
Club policies. Each member is responsible for the actions and behavior
of their guests. Please confirm the dress code for any event when you are
making reservations, so that we can eliminate any embarrassing situations.
If your guests would prefer to frequent and utilize the Club amenities
without you, please remember to register your guests with the Membership
Office and make sure they carry a Guest Card at all times. This will
inform the Club team that they are permitted to enjoy all of your Club
privileges. We look forward to serving your guests and making you
proud during their stay. And one final reminder, most December Club
events are open 30 days in advance and will fill up quickly, so make your
reservations early!
I am so pleased that many of you are taking advantage of a few of the new
dining options at the Club. Our Sunrise Breakfast menu is offered every
Sunday morning from 8 a.m.-11 a.m. in the Main Dining Room. The
breakfast has replaced our Sunday Brunch, and many members are enjoying
the breakfast as a great way to start their day. Our Sunset Dining menu is
offered Monday-Saturday evenings between 5 p.m.-6 p.m. in the Grille
Room. This three-course menu has proved to be a great value at $14.95,
and has been a refreshing dining option for those who don’t mind eating
a little early.
Please join me in congratulating the 2008 Men’s Club Champion, Michael
Robinson, the 2007 Men’s Club Champion, Jimmy Key, and the 2008
Men’s Senior Club Champion, Jan Blick, for their great playing in the
National Club Championship at TPC Sawgrass.
On behalf of my wife Sharon, and our four children, Jack, Julia, Jordan,
and Ryan, I want to wish all of the Mirasol family a safe and happy holiday
season and a healthy New Year.
Wishing you health and happiness.
Sincerely,
Matt Lambert, CCM
General Manager
mlambert@mirasolcc.com
12.08
CALENDAR 3
Upcoming Social Events
SUNDAY
MONDAY
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SOCIAL EVENTS LEGEND: CLUB FOOD & BEVERAGE GOLF TENNIS SPA
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
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THURSDAY
3
4
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
5
Lunch Buffet
Men’s Day
Lunch Buffet
Ladies’ 9 Hole
7
“New”plicate Bridge
Pizza & Salad Night
Ladies’ Day
Intermediate/
Advanced Bridge
Supervised Play
Lunch Buffet
Kids’ Night
Duplicate Bridge
Beginner Bridge II
Prime Rib Night
8
9
10
“New”plicate Bridge
Race for the Cure
Luncheon
Supervised Play
Music Under
the Stars
11
Lunch Buffet
Intermediate/
Advanced Bridge
Intermediate Bridge
Lunch Buffet
Supervised Play
Member Mixer
Kids’ Night
Family Night BBQ
Duplicate Bridge
Beginner Bridge II
Prime Rib Night
14
15
16
17
Ladies’ Day
Pizza & Salad Night
Sunrise Breakfast
Men’s
Member/
Member
Intermediate Bridge
Men’s Guest Day
Ladies’ 9 Hole
6
Maltz Jupiter Theatre
Backstage Tour
A la Carte Dinner
12
13
Season Opener Calcutta
Supervised Play
Music Under
the Stars
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A la Carte Dinner
19
20
Men’s Day
Ladies’ 9 Hole
“New”plicate Bridge
Lunch Buffet
Lunch Buffet
Intermediate Bridge
Sunrise Breakfast
Pizza & Salad Night
Ladies’ Day
Intermediate/
Advanced Bridge
Couples 18 & Dine
Supervised Play
Lunch Buffet
Kids’ Night
Family Night BBQ
Duplicate Bridge
Beginner Bridge II
Prime Rib Night
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22
23
Supervised Play
Music Under
the Stars
24
25
Mirasol Ladies’
Luncheon
Breakfast with Santa
A la Carte Dinner
Dinner Dance
26
27
Holiday Junior Clinic
Sunrise Breakfast
Supervised Play
“New”plicate Bridge
Grille Room &
Pro Shop close
at 3 p.m.
Family Night BBQ
Duplicate Bridge
Lunch Buffet
Christmas Eve Buffet
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29
Pizza & Salad Night
30
Pizza & Salad Night
Club & Courses
Closed
Lunch Buffet
Kids’ Pool Olympics
Family Fun Night
Hanukkah Buffet
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New Year’s Eve
Round-Robin
Duplicate Bridge
Sunrise Breakfast
Supervised Play
“New”plicate Bridge
Kids’ Night
Family Night BBQ
Family Game Night
Lunch Buffet
New Year’s Eve Gala
For all social and dining events at the Club, please call the reception desk at 776-4949, ext. 100 or send an e-mail to reception@
mirasolcc.com, unless otherwise specified. For any special events of the Club, cancellations must be received no less than 48 hours
in advance in order to avoid a charge for the full amount of the event.
4 CALENDAR
SOCIAL EVENTS LEGEND:
CLUB FOOD & BEVERAGE GOLF TENNIS SPA
December Highlights
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MEMBER MIXER
6 p.m.-8 p.m. in the Main
Dining Room.
In honor of the holiday season,
we ask that you please bring an
unwrapped toy to be donated
to the Palm Beach Gardens
Police and Fire Joy Drive.
Make sure to also join us for
“The Best of Spring 2009”
Fashion Show presented by
Saks Fifth Avenue on Friday,
February 27, 2009!
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Face painters, clowns, balloons,
and much more. Fun for all
ages!
“Diamonds and Pearls”
BREAKFAST WITH SANTA
9 a.m.-11 a.m.
Santa is coming from the North
All members are invited. Couples Pole to share a special Christmas
breakfast with our Mirasol kids.
and singles welcome.
Have fun designing your own
$14 per person, plus tax
gingerbread house with all the
and gratuity.
trimmings!
Beer, wine, and light hors
Seatings begin at 9 a.m.
d’oeuvres included.
$19.95 per person, plus tax
Country club casual. No denim and gratuity.
or shorts, please.
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MIRASOL LADIES’
LUNCHEON
Presented by Saks Fifth Avenue
12 p.m. in the Magnolia
Dining Room.
DINNER DANCE
7 p.m.-11 p.m.
Join us for a fun atmosphere, a
lively dance band, and a delicious dinner!
$70 per person, plus tax and
gratuity.
Jackets required.
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Join us as Saks Fifth Avenue hosts
their first Fashion Show and
Boutique. The show will include
“What to Wear for the Holidays”
featuring Teri Jon, Tadashi, Nicole CHRISTMAS EVE BUFFET
Miller, Escada, St. John, Donna
Reservations begin at 4 p.m.
Karan, and more! Plus jewelry
from Judith Ripka and cosmetics Be serenaded by yuletide carolers
while you enjoy honey glazed
from Guerlain.
ham, prime rib, turkey, and your
Guerlain will have three makeup favorite Christmas specialties.
artists at the Club beginning at For the little ones, a full “Kiddie
9 a.m. Call Pam at 685-4182 to Buffet” will be available.
book your makeover before or
$39.95 plus tax and gratuity
after the luncheon.
for adults.
Saks Fifth Avenue is offering 15%
$19.95 plus tax and gratuity for
off coupons to be used on the
kids age 12 and under.
day of the luncheon or the following day.
Reservations and jackets
are required.
$14.95 per person, plus tax
and gratuity.
Please R.S.V.P. by December 10.
FAMILY FUN NIGHT
A full buffet will be offered for
both adults and children.
$29.95 plus tax and gratuity
for adults.
$14.95 plus tax and gratuity
for children ages 5-12.
Free for children age 4 and under!
NEW YEAR’S EVE GALA
8 p.m.-1 a.m.
$125 per person, plus tax
and gratuity.
R.S.V.P. by Sunday, December
28, 2008.
72-hour cancellation policy
strictly enforced.
Black-tie dress.
Reservations begin at 6 p.m.
January 1, 2009
Casual attire.
NEW YEAR’S DAY BRUNCH
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Reservations start at 11 a.m.
HANUKKAH BUFFET
Reservations begin at 6 p.m.
Enjoy carved meats, a variety
of entrees, and Hanukkah
specialties, while listening
to the sounds of the Ritchie
Shapiro Duo.
$29.95 per person, plus tax
and gratuity.
Reservations and jackets
are required.
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FAMILY GAME NIGHT
6 p.m.-10 p.m.
Bring the family out for an
evening of fun and games! Air
hockey, pool tables, arcade
games, basketball shot, and
much more! Buffet dinner
included.
$29.95 plus tax and gratuity
for adults.
$19.95 plus tax and gratuity for
kids age 12 and under.
Free for children age 4 and under!
Start the New Year off right and
enjoy a fabulous brunch with
complimentary Bloody Marys
and mimosas.
$29.95 per person, plus tax
and gratuity.
Don’t forget that you can
view photos from our events,
including Halloween and the
Howloween Dog Parade on
our Web site!
12.08
CALENDAR 5
December Weekly
Cards
THURSDAYS
Music Under the Stars: 7 p.m.10 p.m. on the Grille Room patio.
MONDAYS
Join us for dinner, drinks, and
great music on the patio! We
will have a pasta station outside
and the regular Grille Room
menu will be available.
*There will be no Music Under the Stars
Pizza & Salad Night: Every
on December 25.
Monday from 5 p.m.-8:30 p.m.
in the Grille Room. Enjoy a
FRIDAYS
variety of salads and freshly
made pizzas from Chef Sal’s
A la Carte Dining: The lounge
kitchen each week!
opens at 5:30 p.m. and required
reservations begin at 6 p.m.
$12.95 per person, plus tax
and gratuity.
Note: Our regular menu will
also be available.
A great night to entertain your
friends while you enjoy Chef
Sal’s special a la carte menu.
Jackets are required.
TUESDAY-THURSDAY *
Lunch Buffet: 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
in the Main Dining Room.
$11.95 per person, plus tax
and gratuity.
Live Music on the Veranda: 8 p.m.11 p.m.
See our new décor on the
Lounge Patio and join us for
an after-dinner drink!
Fresh carved deli meats, deluxe Country club casual attire.
salad bar, omelets made to
order, desserts, and more!
SUNDAYS
Casual attire is welcome.
Sunrise Breakfast: 8 a.m.-11 a.m.
*Please note that the Lunch Buffet will
be held on Friday, December 26, but
will not be held on December 10, 24,
and 31.
Enjoy omelets made to order,
assorted breakfast breads, fruit,
a pancake or waffle station,
and bagels and lox.
WEDNESDAYS
$10.95 per person, plus tax
and gratuity.
Kids’ Night: Every Wednesday
from 5 p.m.-8:30 p.m. in the
Grille Room.
Join us for dinner and enjoy
fun children’s entertainment.
Kids age 11 and under eat
for free!
Prime Rib Night with A la Carte
Dining: The lounge opens at
5:30 p.m. and required reservations begin at 6 p.m.
Casual attire is permitted.
Family Night BBQ: Every Sunday
night from 5 p.m.-8:30 p.m. in
the Main Dining Room.
Casual attire is acceptable in
the dining room for this special
evening.
$21.95 per person, plus tax
and gratuity.
Reservations are encouraged,
Country club casual. No denim but not required.
or shorts, please.
NOTE: The dress code at the Club is as follows: Jackets Required, Country Club
Casual (no denim or shorts), or Casual (denim and shorts accepted). If you are
in doubt about the dress code of a particular event, please contact the reception
desk at 776-4949, ext. 100 for further information. To avoid delay or embarrassment, please make sure that all guests are aware of the dress code policy.
To sign up or receive additional information, please contact the
reception desk at 776-4949, ext. 100 or reception@mirasolcc.com.
MEN’S POKER NIGHT
Every Monday at 7 p.m. in the
Men’s Card Room.
Attendant on duty. Full-service
bar is available.
“NEW”PLICATE BRIDGE
Every Tuesday in the Palm
Room – 2:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m.
“New”plicate is duplicate bridge
for the advancing bridge player.
A way to play a little bridge and
learn what tournament bridge is
all about.
$10 per person plus tax.
DUPLICATE BRIDGE
Every Monday in the Ladies’
Locker Room at 7 p.m.
Men and women welcome.
$8 per person plus tax.
Includes refreshments.
SUPERVISED PLAY
Every Monday and Thursday in
the Palm Room – 2:30 p.m.4:30 p.m.
Bring your friends, play bridge,
and an instructor will be present
to answer any of your questions.
$10 per person plus tax.
BEGINNER BRIDGE II
Taught by Marlene Passell
Tuesdays from 7 p.m.-9 p.m. in
the Palm Room, beginning
December 2, 2008.
Three-week series price: $125
per person plus tax.
INTERMEDIATE/
ADVANCED BRIDGE
Taught by Marty Bergen
Wednesdays from 2:30 p.m.4:30 p.m. in the Palm Room,
beginning December 3, 2008.
Three-week series price: $80
per person plus tax, includes a
copy of one of Marty Bergen’s
books.
This series will cover the following topics:
• How to know whether partner’s bid was forcing
• Learn to make the best opening lead
• Understanding Michaels CueBid and Unusual No Trump
There are a limited number of
spots available, so reserve your
spot today!
INTERMEDIATE BRIDGE
Taught by Marlene Passell
Thursdays from 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
in the Palm Room, beginning
December 4, 2008.
Three-week series price: $80
per person plus tax.
This series will cover play
and defense.
6 MEMBERSHIP NEWS
Welcome New
Mirasol Residents!
Jerry Schneider and Geri Scher
Melville, New York
Paul and Barbara Cooper
Lutherville, Maryland
Kenneth and Judith Paul
East Brunswick, New Jersey
Anthony and Lori Siriani
Millstone Township, New Jersey
Arthur and Gail Cooper
Palm Beach Gardens, Florida
Did You Know…
• There is a comment card box located by
the reception desk with cards and pens
in the drawers below?
• Wireless Internet is available in the Palm
Room and card rooms?
• The Palm Room is available for any online
or computer printing needs?
• You may add your donated books to the
Palm Room library or borrow books at
any time?
Time Is Running Out!
All transponders and gate cards must be
registered with the Membership Office prior
to December 15 to remain active!
The 2009 equity dues and tax are payable
by December 31, 2008, to avoid a late fee
and to continue membership privileges
thereafter.
Congratulations!
• Tom and Lorraine Coffey of Vizcaya
welcomed their second grandchild on
August 5. Leah Jane was 7 pounds, 12
ounces and lives with her mom, dad,
and big sister Dharma in Abacoa.
• Glenn and Stephanie Packin of Villa
Vasari became first-time grandparents on
September 28, when they welcomed
Alexander Alan Osman.
• Jeff and Paula Raelson of Playa Rienta are
pleased to announce that their son, LTJG
Greg Raelson, has been selected to fly
the Navy’s newest fighter/bomber, the FA
18 E/F Super Hornet.
• Ray Caban and Susan Walsh-Caban of
San Remo welcomed their first child,
Gabriela Therese, on September 5.
For information on setting up an automatic debit payment for your monthly statement, please contact Barbara Frazier at bfrazier@mirasolcc.com or 776-4949, ext. 128.
Reminder: Mirasol Has
Eliminated Cash and
Extra Gratuities!
All services at Mirasol now automatically
include a gratuity for the staff. In addition,
staff wages have been adjusted so that our
team members are compensated at the
highest level proportionate with their role
at the Club.
Additional cash gratuities beyond the
compensation provided through the
Club are not necessary and, therefore,
unacceptable in accordance with the
revised Gratuity Policy. It is the responsibility of each member to adhere to the
Gratuity Policy and ensure your family
and guests do so as well.
• The Mirasol staff has been instructed
to refuse any offer of a gratuity, even
from an individual who is unaware of
the Club’s strict adherence to the
revised Gratuity Policy, and will report
persons who are in violation.
• Members who do not adhere to the
revised Gratuity Policy are subject to
disciplinary action up to and including
suspension of Club privileges.
• For details on the revised Gratuity
Policy or inquiries regarding the
approved Gift Program, please contact
the Membership Office.
Mirasol Partnership Program
Mirasol members enjoy exclusive offers with our partners! Members may be required to show a Mirasol Membership Card to receive specials. A full description of the specials may be viewed on the Club’s Web site.
NEW THIS MONTH! – MAYORS JEWELERS
PGA Commons
4510 PGA Boulevard
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33418
Phone: (561) 775-3999
www.mayors.com
Mayors is
delighted to
offer you
$250 off any
purchase of $2,500 *. Choose from their
exquisite fine jewelry, bridal, prestigious
timepieces, and gifts.
*
This offer is valid only at the PGA Commons
location. Please visit the Club’s Web site for other
restrictions and to download the gift certificate
required for purchase. This offer is valid through
December 27, 2008.
APOLLO TRANSPORTATION
7251 West Palmetto Park Road
Phone: (561) 278-8000
www.apollotransportation.com
December Special
Please visit the Club’s
Web site for information on their ongoing
exclusive promotion for
Mirasol members!
BABY ALEXANDRA
4550 PGA Boulevard, Suite 105
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33418
Phone: (561) 626-4466
Fax: (561) 626-0664
www.babyalexandra.com
December Holiday
Shipping Special
Any purchase over
$100 will receive free
shipping to one location, a $200 purchase
will receive free shipping to two locations,
and so on. Shipping special excludes Alaska,
Hawaii, and international locations.
FLORAL GARDENS & GIFTS
Shoppes on the Green, PGA National
7100 Fairway Drive
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33418
Phone: (561) 622-5740
Fax: (561) 622-6716
Toll-free: 1 (800) 457-5650
December Special
Yankee Candle “Scratch
& Win” contest card
with purchase of a large
jar candle.
THE RITZ-CARLTON, PALM BEACH
100 South Ocean Boulevard
Manalapan, FL 33462
Reservations: (561) 533-6000
December Special
Please visit the Club’s
Web site for information
on their ongoing exclusive rate specials for
Mirasol members!
12.08
Hours of Operation
TENNIS COURTS
Monday-Sunday – 7 a.m.-10 p.m.*
*Set Court Times will be enforced with
court bookings available starting at
7 a.m. and running every 90 minutes
throughout the day.
GUEST HOURS
Guest hours for tennis are before 8 a.m.
or after 10:30 a.m.
Upcoming Events
Space is limited, so register at
The Esplanade’s front desk or call
us at 721-2994, ext. 200.
SEASON OPENER TWO-DAY
CALCUTTA EVENT
Friday, December 12, 2008
5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m.
Join us for drinks, hors d’oeuvres, team
selection, and team bidding!
Saturday, December 13, 2008
8:30 a.m.-2 p.m.
Enjoy a flighted mixed doubles Calcuttastyle event. There will be four divisions
of mixed doubles, with the winners of
each division having a play-off after a
courtside lunch.
HOLIDAY JUNIOR TENNIS CLINICS
Kids of all skill levels will enjoy our
holiday clinics! Join us from Monday,
December 22, 2008 through Friday,
January 2, 2009.
10 a.m.-11 a.m. – ages 5-9
11 a.m.-12 p.m. – ages 10-13
Clinics are $20 plus tax per child, per hour.
NEW YEAR’S EVE ROUND-ROBIN
Wednesday, December 31, 2008
Come out and join us to toast the New
Year in fine tennis fashion.
Mimosas, lunch, and prizes will
be provided.
All levels are welcome!
$15 per player plus tax.
Free Guest Days
Men’s guests are complimentary on
Tuesdays and ladies’ guests are complimentary on Thursdays, all season long!
TENNIS 7
Tennis Concierge News
We are very pleased to
announce that Maria
Welch is our new Tennis
Concierge! She will be
providing match-making
and game arrangement
for members.
Tournament Results
5TH ANNIVERSARY ROUND-ROBIN
Saturday, November 8, 2008
Men
If you would like to be
added to the pool of players, please contact Maria to receive a form and share the
level of play and availability for you and
your guests.
Maria can be reached at 721-2994, ext. 214
or by e-mail at mwelch@mirasolcc.com.
Teams of the Week
The PBCWTA League play is well under
way and your four Mirasol teams have
enjoyed much success so far!
Throughout the course of league play, a
“Team of the Week” is nominated due to
an outstanding result or series of results.
Congratulations to the entire B-2 team for
being chosen as a result of two consecutive 6-0 sweeps of Admiral’s Cove and
Heritage Oaks!
Kudos go out to Maria Romanelli and
Susan Miller for claiming “Team of the
Week” distinction for their gutsy comefrom-behind, three-set victory over a
tough Jupiter Ocean & Racquet team.
After-School Junior
Tennis Program
Come out and have some tennis fun!
There is a program that will satisfy
every age and level of ability. Stop by
The Esplanade to pick up a schedule,
check the Club’s Web site, or call us at
721-2994, ext. 200 for more information.
Don’t Forget to Recycle!
Make sure to recycle your used tennis
balls by placing them in the top portion
of the courtside trash receptacles marked
“tennis balls.”
First Place:
Doug Fischer
Second
Place:
Rob Miller
Third Place:
Rocco
Romanelli
Second
Place:
Phyllis
Decker
Third Place:
Amy Razavi
Ladies
First Place:
Carol
Falciano
Junior Spotlight
We are excited to showcase this new addition
to the tennis section of
the Mirador! The Junior
Spotlight section will
highlight one junior each
month who has shown
exceptional dedication
to the sport of tennis. We are pleased to
announce that our first addition to the
Junior Spotlight is Brittany Borsanyi.
Brittany, 17, has attained a top 50 national
junior ranking and has been ranked as high
as No. 3 in the state of Florida. Last year,
she was a quarterfinalist in the National
Clay Court Championships and a semifinalist in the National Hard Court Doubles
Championships. Brittany has been a state
singles finalist for two years. She has played
tennis for The King’s Academy the past
three years and was named “Tennis Player
of the Year” by The Palm Beach Post and the
South Florida Sun Sentinel.
Brittany will attend the University of
Florida in fall 2009 and will play tennis
for the Gators.
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From the Director of Golf
Greetings! The season is upon us and these are just a few reminders to ensure an enjoyable and successful season.
PACE OF PLAY
At Mirasol, a round of golf should be completed in four hours or less. One of the main reasons for slow play is not
being ready to play when it is your turn. When you get to the tee, immediately select your club and be prepared to
play. When you reach the green, don’t wait until it’s your turn to examine your putt, examine your putt while
everyone else is examining theirs.
We have clocks positioned at three stations on each course to assist you in self-regulating your pace. These clocks
are back-timed to indicate your actual starting time if you are on pace, or earlier if you are ahead of the four-hour
pace. Your golf course monitors are also there to assist everyone in having an enjoyable day.
CELL PHONES
Cell phones are prohibited with exceptions of emergency. If you have extenuating circumstances and you receive a call on your cell
phone, please remove yourself from the proximity of your fellow members (the driving range, chipping green, putting green, etc.) and
handle the call promptly. If on the course, make sure not to interfere with the enjoyment of your playing companions, and play should
by no means be delayed.
DRESS CODE
Please be aware of the dress code as it relates to golf. The golf dress code, which differs from other areas of the Club, is prominently displayed in both the men’s and women’s locker rooms and is available on the Club’s Web site. The golf dress code applies to all golf facilities, including the practice facilities. If you have any questions, please contact the Pro Shop or see any member of the golf staff.
TIP OF THE MONTH
I have spent a lot of time discussing the fundamentals of the full swing and short game. I have also written about ways to play the unusual
shots that we occasionally come across during a round of golf. We have not discussed one of the more, if not the most, important aspect of
golf, which is the mental side of the game.
I have found that most players attempt shots that they have little chance of hitting successfully. While playing golf, it is important to
understand your limitations. When deciding what type of shot to play and what club to use, make sure you select a shot which you can
play confidently. Once you have made your choice, commit to that shot and concentrate on the process of playing the shot successfully.
Many times, your shot selection may seem to be very conservative. I think that feeling comes from the fact that you’re playing shots which
give you confidence and don’t require a miracle to have a successful result. I know this sounds simple but, amazingly, most of us do not
make good decisions on the course. Make good decisions and commit to that decision and see your scores improve!
To assist you with the mental side of the game, we will be holding a free seminar for our membership on December 9 at 4 p.m., with
Tim Kremer from the Spirit of Golf Company. I recently attended one of Tim’s seminars and found it very helpful and informative, so I
hope you will join us. You can sign up through the ForeTees Tee Time System under Event Sign-up or contact the Pro Shop.
See you on the links,
Terry McDowell
Golf Course Maintenance Notes
It has been a great start to the season at Mirasol, and
the holidays are just around the corner! I wanted to
take a moment to remind you and your guests to
please fix your ball marks, fill your fairway divots, and
rake out any bunker play. I also ask that you return
caddie rakes to their locations around the outside of
the bunkers. This will not only help both golf courses,
but will help make everyone’s golfing experience the
best one possible, no matter when their tee time is!
On average, a ball mark or fairway divot can take up to two weeks to completely heal, and when slow-growing conditions occur during the cooler
months, it could take even longer if the spots are not properly fixed right away.
Your maintenance staff will continue to fix ball marks and fill divots, however,
we always appreciate any assistance that you and your guests can provide.
See you on the course,
Michael Thomas
Director of Golf Course Maintenance
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GOLF 9
Sunrise Course
Tournament Results: 5TH ANNIVERSARY TOURNAMENT: Saturday, November 8, 2008
2nd Low Net: Ron and Ann Marie Schneider and Marlene
and Tom Fitzsimmons.
Low Gross: Ninna and Anders Lindquist, Linda Chabrier, and
Bob Stieren.
Low Net: Joe Lashinger, Stanley Keller, Richard Moss, and
Ron Falciano.
2nd Low Net: Jay DeBilt, Neal Wapnish, Jeff Raelson, and
Tom Coffey.
Low Gross: Matt McGrath, Scott Weber, Bob Klamkin, and
Matt Szapucki.
Sunset Course
Low Net: Rebecca Rotter, Debbie Kastil, and Louis and
Terry Siracusano.
Upcoming Events
For more information or to register, please
visit the ForeTees Tee Time System.
MEN’S MEMBER/MEMBER
Saturday & Sunday, December 6 & 7, 2008
8:30 a.m. shotgun both days. Saturday’s
round will be held on the Sunset Course,
and Sunday’s round will be on Sunrise.
One net best ball of partners in flights
(90% handicap).
$100 per player plus tax and applicable
cart fee includes lunch on Saturday and
breakfast and lunch on Sunday.
MEN’S GUEST DAY
Wednesday, December 10, 2008
8:30 a.m. shotgun start on the
Sunrise Course.
One net best ball of partners in flights
(90% handicap).
$90 per player plus tax includes breakfast, lunch, guest and cart fees.
COUPLES 18 & DINE
Sunday, December 14, 2008
12:45 p.m. shotgun on the Sunset course.
Shamble format (all players must use one
tee shot).
$40 per player plus tax and applicable cart
fee includes barbecue dinner.
LADIES’ GUEST DAY
Tuesday, January 13, 2009
8:30 a.m. shotgun start on the
Sunrise Course.
Two net best ball of four (90% handicap).
$90 per player plus tax includes breakfast, lunch, and guest and cart fees.
COUPLES NINE & DINE
Sunday, January 4, 2009
2:45 p.m. shotgun on both courses.
Scramble format.
$40 per player plus tax and applicable cart
fee includes barbecue dinner.
COUPLES MEMBER/GUEST
Saturday & Sunday, January 24 & 25, 2009
Day 1: 12 p.m. shotgun on the
Sunset Course.
Day 2: 9 a.m. shotgun on the
Sunrise Course.
One gross/net best ball of four
(80% handicap).
$185 per player plus tax.
MEN’S CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP
Saturday & Sunday, January 10 & 11, 2009
Saturday & Sunday, January 17 & 18, 2009
Tee times begin at 8 a.m. on the Sunrise
Course each day.
Match play within flights.
$40 per player plus tax and applicable
cart fee.
Great Feats
Hours of Operation
PRO SHOP
Daily – 7 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
MEN’S & LADIES’ LOCKER ROOM ATTENDANT HOURS
Daily - 7:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
DRIVING RANGE
Monday – 8 a.m.-Dusk
Tuesday-Saturday – 7 a.m.-Dusk
Sunday – 7 a.m.-4 p.m.
GUEST PLAY
Day guests must be accompanied by a member.
Guest play is after 10 a.m. on weekdays and after
11 a.m. on weekends and holidays.
• Warren Wells shot an eagle on Sunrise #7
on October 9.
• Allan Weingarten made a hole-in-one on
Sunset #8 on October 27.
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SPA & FITNESS
Hours of Operation
Monday, Wednesday & Friday –
6 a.m.-8 p.m.
Tuesday & Thursday – 6 a.m.-9 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday – 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
Stress Sends Clients to
Session Rooms
Stress relief and relaxation are the leading
reasons clients turn to massage therapy,
according to a new national survey, the
results of the 12th consumer survey
conducted by the American Massage
Therapy Association.
Despite the challenging economy, clients
are still making massage a priority.
“People continue to seek massage because
it provides multiple therapeutic benefits,
including stress relief, at an affordable
price,” said AMTA President M.K.
Brennan, RN. “Massage therapy has not
only been shown to reduce anxiety and
depression, but it can also relieve stress
symptoms like chronic migraines and
high blood pressure.”
The survey also found:
• 38% of Americans received massage for
stress reduction and relaxation in the
last five years, compared with just 22%
last year.
• 38% said they have considered regular
massage to manage stress.
• 45% said they are greatly stressed by the
current economic situation or other factors.
• Younger Americans in lower income
groups, making less than $25,000 a year,
said they would consider massage to
manage stress.
• People with higher income, $50,000 or
more a year, are discussing massage
therapy with their physicians as a way
of reducing stress.
• 57% of those who talked to their doctor
say their doctor strongly recommended
or encouraged them to get a massage to
manage their stress.
“As perceptions regarding the multiple
benefits of massage evolve, its most prevalent evangelists are doctors,” said Brennan.
“This trend will continue as more doctors
refer patients to massage therapists and see
how it can help their patients recover from
injuries, alleviate pain, and ease stress.”
The Esplanade is very aware of the challenging economic times and will be offering new treatment options to help with
our changing times.
Sports De-stress
Muscle Release
A deep and meaningful, all-over
body massage
treatment designed
to work on stiff,
tight, and fatigued
muscles and joints
after sports or after
a day of physical
stress and strain.
This treatment
involves intensive,
deep-tissue techniques to warm,
manipulate, and
ease the body with
stretching and
drainage to release
and disperse tension.
Get serious and give your body the attention it deserves!
60 or 90-minute session: $95 or $135
Series of six sessions: $513 or $729
Book a series of Sports De-stress Muscle
Release massages and receive an Aromatherapy De-stress Body Wash and a
De-stress Frankincense Pure Essential Oil!
Please remember…
All spa services are subject to a 20%
service charge that is paid entirely to
your service provider.
Been to the Fitness
Center Lately?
If not, you’ll want to come back to see our
new exercise equipment – state-of-the-art
Precor Crosstrainers!
If you are interested in starting a fitness
program, but are feeling a little nervous
about venturing into the gym, you may
call ahead for a scheduled fitness orientation with one of our trainers. They will
introduce you to the various types and
styles of equipment, and help you select
the best equipment for you to achieve
your goals based on your health and
physical condition.
Call the Fitness Center at 721-2994
to book your appointment or just to
learn more!
Upcoming Events
SUSAN G. KOMEN
RACE FOR THE CURE LUNCHEON
Thursday, December 4, 2008
Join us at noon for a
great lunch and guest
speaker, Kristin Hoke,
breast cancer survivor
and morning news
anchor for WPBF-25.
She will be here to kick
off our Team Mirasol
sign-up campaign for the Race for the
Cure event in West Palm Beach on
January 31, 2009.
Our goal this year is to have 100 members participate and to raise $7,500 for
breast cancer research. We will have
computers set up for registration for the
race at the luncheon, but be sure to join
us even if you won’t be able to participate
in the walk!
The luncheon is $11.95 per person, plus
tax and gratuity, and is limited to 65
people. Please contact the reception desk
at 776-4949, ext. 100 or reception@
mirasolcc.com to register.
MIRASOL WEIGHT LOSS CHALLENGE
We are beginning a new program in the
Fitness Center based on the hit TV show
The Biggest Loser. This eight-week program
will consist of three teams of six to eight
teammates that will train for three, onehour group sessions with a trainer. The
challenge will start on January 5, 2009
and end on February 27, 2009.
The program cost is $175 per person.
To participate, you must have written
medical clearance from your doctor.
Please contact a member of the fitness
staff for more information by calling
721-2994, ext. 209.
NEW GROUP EXERCISE CLASS
Golf Conditioning with Linda
Tuesdays and
Thursdays at 5 p.m.
This class will focus on
flexibility, core strength,
balance, and developing
power for the golfer or
any weekend warrior.
Join Linda as she uses her expertise to
help golfers or any athlete to improve
their game in a fun class format.
Warning: This class is intended for people
who really want to improve their game!
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ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION 11
Mirasol’s 5th Anniversary Celebration Recap
On November 8 and 9, we honored our veterans, both inside the Mirasol gates and
throughout the country, by working with Tee It Up for the Troops, Inc. to bring our
members a festive and patriotic celebration!
Our 5th Anniversary Celebration weekend began with a speech from Matt Lambert,
followed by a spectacular flyby of four T-34 jets, provided by the Visiting Nurses
Association Air Show, and a presentation of colors by members of the United States
Marine Corps. The ceremony was capped off by a performance of The Star Spangled
Banner by Jupiter’s William T. Dwyer High School Army JROTC.
Golf and tennis tournaments followed with more than 300 members participating.
See the GOLF and TENNIS sections of this issue of Mirador for the big winners! The
luncheon that followed included a speech by retired Lt. Colonel Harry Wisdom of
Tee It Up for the Troops, Inc. and a slide show of photos submitted by members of
our community who served in the United States Armed Forces themselves, as well as
family of members and the Mirasol staff who have served. Saturday’s festivities ended
with our annual cocktail party out by the pool, attended by over 400 members.
Sunday was a day for families and began with an early morning yoga class and 5k
walk. The weekend’s festivities concluded Sunday evening on the driving range, with
food stations, a rock wall, a bounce house, and the sounds of Hot Brass Monkey.
LTC Wisdom pulled the winning BMW raffle ticket (his own!), and very generously
donated it back to the Club so that our members would have a chance to win. The
car was eventually won by Henry and Arlene Friedman of Quantera. The 5th
Anniversary Celebration went out with a bang as we all enjoyed a fantastic fireworks
show over the driving range.
The Mirasol staff also lent their support to Tee It Up for the Troops, Inc. by donating
over $1,500 to the organization from their own raffle. Matt Lambert won an allexpense paid trip to Hawaii as a result of a drawing at a local event he attended,
and he turned it over to the Mirasol team as a thank you for their hard work. Sixty
employees participated in the Hawaii trip raffle, and our newest Mirastar and
accounting coordinator, Shawn Small, won the trip.
After the event, Matt Lambert said, “I was honored that Mirasol could support such
a worthy organization once again this season, and the community spirit that was
exhibited during the course of the weekend made the events even more exciting. I
think that it is important to remember the sacrifices that have been made and continue
to be made every day by the men and women of the United States Armed Forces,
and I appreciate the continued support and generosity of our membership!”
Whether you participated in one of the tournaments, attended the cocktail party,
slide show, raffle, or the weekend closing festivities, we thank you for your support
of Tee It Up for the Troops, Inc., and your support of the Club!
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11600 Mirasol Way
Palm Beach Gardens, Florida 33418
561.776.4949
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