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Cedarbrook Country Club March 2017 Cedarbrook Country Club Be yourself with your second family. A club where you can be yourself and a place our members consider their home away from home. It’s all about you and less about us. We encourage you and your family to come as you are. You’ll find open tee times, open tables and an open door that will make you feel right at home from day one. President’s Letter The Club hosted many events throughout February including our fourth annual Bingo night, hosted by our very own Amelia Rorer, which was very well attended. Thank you Amelia for putting your special touch on such a fun event. Theme nights have started at the Club and anyone who participated in the Asian night can attest that they were treated to spectacular and delicious entrees from the Orient. There are plenty of exciting events planned this month at the Club including Friday Happy Hours, St. Patrick’s Day celebration, Junior Sports Sign-Up and many more. Please check the calendar in this Newsletter as well as on our website for all events planned this month. Our staff continues to grow and improve with the most recent addition of Chris Cimino as the new Assistant Clubhouse Manager. His experience and familiarity with the country club atmosphere is a welcoming addition and, we anticipate, will continue to raise the standard of service at the Club. We would also like to congratulate Debbie Kinley, former server recently profiled in last month’s Newsletter, who has agreed to assist Beverly on a full-time basis in the accounting department. Please join me in welcoming Chris and congratulating Debbie. The repairs and restoration due to the sprinkler pipe break are near complete. We appreciate the patience and understanding of the membership during this time. The front office, janitor’s closet, women’s and men’s bathrooms are complete and the corridor wainscot and new carpet are scheduled to be completed over the next couple of weeks. It should be noted that another potential disaster was averted two weeks ago when it was discovered that a concealed section of galvanized sprinkler pipe, which was the source of the original problem, split during the refilling of the sprinkler system. Fortunately, the sprinkler contractor was onsite, and with the assistance of Rob Nolek, the situation was addressed immediately and no damages occurred. We believe that all galvanized sprinkler pipe has been replaced at this time and therefore should not be at risk of this happening again. Over the next two months, weather permitting, the tennis courts will be getting a much needed face lift. All courts are scheduled to be redone, a path between the courts will be installed as well as replacing all of the fence around the courts. This will not only improve the tennis courts but will enhance the appearance of the Club as you drive up to the Clubhouse. In addition, the Pool Locker Rooms are scheduled to have new slip resistant epoxy flooring installed as well as fresh new paint, exhaust and lighting improvements performed prior to the start of the new season. This work is being organized and spearheaded by Board Member Kevin Pinkerton, the Pool and Tennis Chairman. A special thanks to fellow member Rich Pucci for his assistance and contributions with the new fencing. We also would like to thank fellow member Bryan Ellis for the generous donation of the use of a bull dozer for shaping and spreading fill at the practice range, along with thanking fellow member Sal Paone for the donation of the fill material. Contributions and donations from fellow members are greatly appreciated and continue to assist in the improvement to our Club. On behalf of the Board of Governors and myself, please have a safe and Happy St. Patrick’s Day. Michael Keller
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Cedarbrook Country Club
March 2017
Cedarbrook Country Club
Be yourself with your second family. A club where you can be yourself and a place our members consider their home away from home. It’s all about you and less about us. We encourage you and your family to come as you are. You’ll
find open tee times, open tables and an open door that will make you feel right at home from day one.
President’s Letter The Club hosted many events throughout February including our fourth annual Bingo night, hosted by our very own Amelia Rorer, which was very well attended. Thank you Amelia for putting your special touch on such a fun event. Theme nights have started at the Club and anyone who participated in the Asian night can attest that they were treated to spectacular and delicious entrees from the Orient. There are plenty of exciting events planned this month at the Club including Friday Happy Hours, St. Patrick’s Day celebration, Junior Sports Sign-Up and many more. Please check the calendar in this Newsletter as well as on our website for all events planned this month. Our staff continues to grow and improve with the most recent addition of Chris Cimino as the new Assistant Clubhouse Manager. His experience and familiarity with the country club atmosphere is a welcoming addition and, we anticipate, will continue to raise the standard of service at the Club. We would also like to congratulate Debbie Kinley, former server recently profiled in last month’s Newsletter, who has agreed to assist Beverly on a full-time basis in the accounting department. Please join me in welcoming Chris and congratulating Debbie. The repairs and restoration due to the sprinkler pipe break are near complete. We appreciate the patience and understanding of the membership during this time. The front office, janitor’s closet, women’s and men’s bathrooms are complete and the corridor wainscot and new carpet are scheduled to be completed over the next couple of weeks. It should be noted that another potential disaster was averted two weeks ago when it was discovered that a concealed section of galvanized sprinkler pipe, which was the source of the original problem, split during the refilling of the sprinkler system. Fortunately, the sprinkler contractor was onsite, and with the assistance of Rob Nolek, the situation was addressed immediately and no damages occurred. We believe that all galvanized sprinkler pipe has been replaced at this time and therefore should not be at risk of this happening again. Over the next two months, weather permitting, the tennis courts will be getting a much needed face lift. All courts are scheduled to be redone, a path between the courts will be installed as well as replacing all of the fence around the courts. This will not only improve the tennis courts but will enhance the appearance of the Club as you drive up to the Clubhouse. In addition, the Pool Locker Rooms are scheduled to have new slip resistant epoxy flooring installed as well as fresh new paint, exhaust and lighting improvements performed prior to the start of the new season. This work is being organized and spearheaded by Board Member Kevin Pinkerton, the Pool and Tennis Chairman. A special thanks to fellow member Rich Pucci for his assistance and contributions with the new fencing. We also would like to thank fellow member Bryan Ellis for the generous donation of the use of a bull dozer for shaping and spreading fill at the practice range, along with thanking fellow member Sal Paone for the donation of the fill material. Contributions and donations from fellow members are greatly appreciated and continue to assist in the improvement to our Club. On behalf of the Board of Governors and myself, please have a safe and Happy St. Patrick’s Day.
Michael Keller
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Keep your calendars open for the following upcoming events…
Friday Music in the Grill We Will Feature Live Music Every Friday During Dinner!!!
6:00pm-9:00pm 3/3- Jason Farley 3/24- Aaron Hindorff 3/10- Ryan Shubert 3/31- Bob Jordan & Joe McClure
St. Patrick’s Day Dinner
Friday, March 17th, 5:00pm-9:00pm Click here for details
Family Movie Night
Saturday, March 18th, 5:00pm-9:00pm Click here for details
Bourbon Tasting
Thursday, March 23rd, 7:00pm Details to follow
New Dinner Menu Cocktail Party Friday, March 24th, 6:30pm-9:00pm
Click here for details
Junior Sports Sign Ups Sunday, March 26th, 11:00am-2:00pm
Click here for details
Ladies’ Night: Bunco
Wednesday, March 29th 6:30pm Appetizer & Dessert Displays
7:00pm Bunco Details in Evite or Contact [email protected]
Barbershop Thursdays
Our Barber, Doug Perry, will be in the Men’s Locker Room every other Thursday Evening
7:00pm – 10:00pm Click here for details
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Mark your calendars! Reserve your spots for these events by calling the club office at 215-646-9410 or by using the Clubster app.
Date Time Event
3/8 7:00pm Book Club
3/15 6:30pm New Member Welcome Dinner
3/17 5:00pm-9:00pm St. Patrick’s Day Dinner
3/18 5:00pm-9:00pm Family Movie Night
3/23 7:00pm Bourbon Tasting
3/24 6:30pm-9:00pm New Dinner Menu Cocktail Party
3/26 11:00am-2:00pm Junior Sports Sign Ups
3/29 6:30pm Ladies’ Night: Bunco
Happy Hour in the Grill Room
Every Friday from 5pm to 7pm And
Friday Live Music During Dinner
New Member Welcome Dinner
Spring will be sprung soon!
Cedarbrook Country Club's Welcome Committee congratulates you on your club membership. We invite you to a ladies night out to celebrate on March 15th, 6:30pm
in the Cedarbrook Dining Room. Let us share what the club has to offer.
We invite you to learn more about the ladies golf and tennis teams, Women's
Association monthly events, book club, bridge club, garden club, charitable efforts, volunteering & so much more!
An evite is in your inbox!
New member dinners are hosted by Cedarbrook’s Welcome Committee Chairwomen:
Nicole Roman Maria Kim England [email protected] [email protected]
Save the Date!
March 15th
at 6:30pm in the Grill Room
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Ladies’ Night Recap: DIY Wine Carafe & Board Etching
The Ladies’ of Cedarbrook Country Club channeled their inner creativity during February's GNO - DIY Wine Carafe & Board Etching Event. Denise Sabia from "The Painted Home" was the event’s creative leader. Not one Carafe or Board looked like any other, it was truly a night of individuality. One member is quoted saying, "Sometimes it ends up different and it is better that way!" Ladies enjoyed the chef's appetizer and dessert bars. A nice finishing touch to the evening was provided by Chaddsford Winery as the ladies savored the wine tastings of a little red and a little white. Save the date for the March 29th GNO - Bunco! Our reigning Bunco Queens, Ruth Ann Smith and Fran Chadwick, will defend their titles!
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Greens Update
While we are still a month from the start of the golf season, weather and playing conditions have been excellent for this time of year. The greens have been cut at least twice at the publishing of this update. While we are still in off season condition, the cut helped to "clean up" the putting surfaces for those who have come out to enjoy the unseasonable warmth.
Tree work, maintenance of equipment and general cleaning has been the focus of the staff, as preparations for the upcoming golf season continue. The weather patterns have been mild so far with large swings in temperature. This includes cutting new cups on a beautiful Wednesday, then plowing snow on the following Thursday in early February.
The first tee renovation project was delayed due to unanticipated work by the staff inside the clubhouse to help repair the damage done by the burst pipe over the club's winter closure. Work will resume with the project still expected to be completed by the beginning of the golf season.
Greens Committee Rob Nolek, Greens Superintendent
Ladies’ Golf News
We are excited to announce the schedule of events for our 2017 Season. We have many fun tournaments for all levels of play. We are expanding our ladies participation by adding a 9-hole option every Tuesday among other events. Please join us on Wednesday, April 5
th at our opening dinner and orientation. The evening starts with cocktails at 6:00pm. Any golfer who would like to be a part of our
Ladies’ Golf Directory and receive informative emails throughout the season, please contact me at [email protected]. Here is the schedule for our major events:
April 5 Opening Meeting & Dinner 6:00pm. All are welcome. Come enjoy a cocktail, meet new friends and hear about the up-coming season.
April 11 Ladies’ fun tournament - 9:30am Shotgun. Choose to play 9 or 18 holes. April 22 Opening Day Tournament - Come out and celebrate Earth Day!
This will be a fun event, with a scramble format. House members are welcome to play. A delicious breakfast will start the day followed by an 11:00am Shotgun start. Join the field for refreshments and prizes at the end of the tournament.
May 20 & 21 Member-Member Tournament -Starting Tee times at 11:00am. June 6 Mystery Golf Trip – great opportunity to meet new golfers! June 17 Ladies’ Presidents Cup 11:30am Shotgun June 27 Ladies’ Member/Guest 1:00pm Shotgun July 28 Couples Member/Guest Golf and Dinner Dance 1:00pm Shotgun August 15 Leap Frog Breast Cancer Tournament 9:00am Shotgun August 18 & 19 Couples Championship 9 Holes on Friday 5:30pm Shotgun & 18 Holes on Saturday 11:30am Shotgun September 9 & 10 Club Championship Starting Tee times at 10:30am October 14 Sadie Hawkins Tournament, 11:30am Shotgun
LuAnn Catinella, Chairwoman [email protected]
Sheryl Wolff, Vice Chair [email protected]
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From the Golf Shop
Have you ever had a situation where you hit a shot that was borderline between finishing on the green or in a greenside bunker, only to have the ball strike a RAKE positioned outside the bunker and end up IN THE BUNKER???? It really is a case of bad luck... but for most of us who have played this game for a long time, we all know that bad luck usually happens when you are playing badly… while GOOD LUCK seems to always accompany a good round. The first thought after that happens usually involves some choice words for the player or maintenance staff member who decided to lay the rake outside of the bunker rather than INSIDE the bunker…which on the surface seems to be the most logical spot. Perhaps another way of looking at it will help you understand why placing rakes OUTSIDE the bunker and not INSIDE the bunker is recommended by the USGA. USGA Decisions Book MISC/2 Page 553
Q. Should rakes be placed in or outside bunkers? A. There is not a perfect answer for the position of rakes, but on balance it is felt there is less likelihood of an
advantage or disadvantage to the player if rakes are placed outside bunkers. It may be argued that there is more likelihood of a ball being deflected into or kept out of a bunker if the rake is placed outside the bunker. It could also be argued that if the rake is in the bunker, it is most unlikely that the ball will be deflected out of the bunker. However, in practice, players who leave rakes in bunkers frequently leave them at the side which tends to stop a ball rolling into the flat part of the bunker, resulting in a much more difficult shot than would otherwise have been the case. This is most prevalent at a course where the bunkers are small. When the ball comes to rest on or against a rake in the bunker and the player must proceed under Rule 24-1, it may not be possible to replace the ball on the same spot or find a spot in the bunker which is not nearer the hole – see Decision 20-3d/2. If rakes are left in the middle of the bunker, the only way to position them is to throw them into the bunker and this causes damage to the surface. Also, if a rake is in the middle of a large bunker, it is either not used or the player is obliged to rake a large area of the bunker resulting in unnecessary delay. Therefore, after considering all these aspects, it is recommended that rakes should be left outside bunkers in areas where they are least likely to affect the movement of the ball. Ultimately it is a matter for the Committee to decide where it wishes rakes to be placed.
Kerry Mattern PGA Golf Professional
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Racquet News
It doesn’t seem like it but “SPRING” and our TENNIS SEASON is just around the corner. With some luck the weather will hold as outdoor play officially starts Saturday, April 1st. This season will be another exciting, yet challenging one, for many reasons. Our Cedarbrook Ladies’ Inter Club Monday Cup 10 and Wednesday Cup C are once again in very strong positions to win their leagues this year, and we are very excited to once again add another Ladies’ USTA Team:
3.5 USTA Cedarbrook Alley Cats, Captained by Mrs. Kristen Fath. Our 3.0 USTA Cedarbrook Ladies Team, Over Served, that Mrs. Deena Shilling took to the playoffs last
season, will once again lead her winning team to another successful season as they are fielding an even stronger team this year.
Our most improved players, Cedarbrook Sweet Shots USTA 2.5 Team captained by Mrs. Kirsten Gambone, are looking forward to their second year in competitive play.
Click here to view details on Adult and Junior Tennis Programs Cheers, Dale Bloom Taylor, Head Tennis Pro Pro Shop: (215) 591-5380 Cell: (215) 219-7003 [email protected]
Membership Update
Welcome New Members!!!
Here at Cedarbrook Country Club, your home away from home, we know our strength is in our membership
and our members are our second family, which is why we are happy to report that our family is expanding!
Please join us in welcoming the following new members into the fold –
Mr. Tomothy Edalatpour& Mrs. Emily Edalatpour Mr. Joseph Evans Mr. Mark Keagy & Mrs. Bonnie-Ann Brill Keagy Mr. Joseph Gushue & Mrs. Alison Gushue
Mr. Christopher Mercier & Mrs. Michelle Mercier Mr. Allan Katsock & Mrs. Courtney Katsock
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Cedarbrook Country Club Women’s Association
Would you like to become more involved at Cedarbrook? The CCCWA is always looking for volunteers. If you are interested in joining this enthusiastic and diverse group of women as we grow the CCCWA, please contact us at
Meet a Fellow Member Kristin & Craig Neverosky
This month we welcome Craig and Kristin Neverosky to our column. They have been club members for a total of five and half years. Kristin is a toddler teacher at Montgomery County Community College Children’s Center. In her free time, her main focus is on exercise. She’s an avid runner who describes her morning run as her “cup of coffee”. Prior to her current job, Kristen was involved in the tennis program. She used to play with Dale...Her nickname was "Wheels!" She would like to eventually return to the court when the kids are not taking up all of her summer time. Craig currently is the sales director of ZS Pharma. His main passion is golf but also enjoys hunting and fishing with their two boys. Will, age 15, is a freshman at Springside Chestnut Hill Academy and Luke, age 14, who will be joining his brother at Chestnut Hill next year, as a freshman. Both boys enjoy football, lacrosse and basketball. In addition to the boys, they have an 11 year old daughter named Courtney. She’s a 5
th grader at Mary Mother of the Redeemer and
enjoys soccer and lacrosse, but her passion is swimming. Kristen tells me that her pre-game ritual before a big meet is her favorite egg breakfast at Cedarbrook . Craig has had some great achievements at Cedarbrook. He and his teammate, Roger Tappen, were the Runners Up in the 2012 Men’s Better Ball. Craig was also the Runner Up in the 2012 Men’s Club Championship “A” Flight. When asked if he ever had an Eagle, Birdie or hole in one, his reply…Not Enough!! Besides Golf and Tennis, Craig and Kristin enjoy having fun with their friends in our very lively Grille Room bar. One of the reasons for joining Cedarbrook is that they knew quite a few friends who were already members. Craig loved the golf course, the atmosphere and that “home away from home” feeling. They believe that what separates Cedarbrook from other clubs is the people, both the members and the staff. “The members we have met and hang out with are all just wonderful people. The staff at Cedarbrook is also second to none, always giving everyone a welcoming feeling. They are truly excited to see everyone there when we arrive.” What would they say to a potential new member thinking of joining? ”DO IT NOW!! You will be wondering why you didn't do it sooner. It is so worth it, and you will have so many lasting memories, unless you are at the bar with Craig...in that case you may forget a few memories.” I always ask for a favorite quote. Theirs is… "We may not have it all together, but together we have it all.” I just love that!
– Cathy Tubolino
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Book Club
Wednesday, March 8that 7:00pm
The Board Room
The Nix by Nathan Hill All are welcome to join! If you can’t attend, you can still read the book and
discuss with other Cedarbrook readers! Contact: [email protected]
From The Bridge Table The 2016/2017 Cedarbrook Bridge Season took a pause in February but will finish its season with three matches in March. All three teams have had a winning season. Closing Luncheons are scheduled as follows:
Date Event Location April 20 Suburban League Cedarbrook Country Club April 26 Monco League Commonwealth Country Club April 27 Women’s Bridge League of Philadelphia Philadelphia Country Club
The winning clubs are honored at these luncheons and presented with their trophies. Our Closing Lunch will be held in the spring and, at that time, we will finalize the dates for our summer practices and also social bridge dates. If you have an interest in participating, please give me a call (610-454-9591) or e-mail Diana Currie ([email protected]). Respectfully submitted, Agnes Smart, Chairwoman
For more details, please contact Agnes Smart, Chairperson, at 610-454-9591.
Calling all Babysitters!
Cedarbrook is gearing up for more fun and exciting children's social events starting with Family Movie Night in March and we are happy to announce that we will be adding the convenience of babysitting while parents enjoy a lovely dinner in the Grill Room. Our list of potential member sitters is growing. If you have an older child with a babysitting certificate and any interest in this fun role, please contact the office at 215-646-9410 and they will be added to the list!
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Employee Of The Month Mike Dean, Assistant Golf Professional
CEDARBROOK STAFF
Assistant Golf Professional Mike Dean was born in Belfast, Northern Ireland and is the older of two brothers. His whole family consists of avid golfers and Mike represented both Royal County Down and Malone Golf Clubs at junior and senior levels. After graduating from Methodist College Belfast Grammar School he left to study Mechanical Engineering at Manchester Metropolitan University in Manchester, England before deciding to follow his heart and become a Professional Golfer. He gained his GB & I PGA diploma and worked as Assistant Professional at Shannon Park Golf Club in Belfast for 7 years. Some notable junior golfers at Shannon at that time were Michael Hoey, now on the European Tour and a wee 12 year old lad who you might have heard of, Rory McIlroy. Before coming to Cedarbrook Mike worked briefly at Sunnybrook Golf Club where he first met his wife Krista. Mike, Krista and their two children, Johnathan and Grace, reside in West Norriton. This April Mike will be commemorating 10 years of service at Cedarbrook.
Clubhouse Manager
Bucky Scott [email protected]
Assistant Clubhouse Manager Chris Cimino
Bar Manager Andrew Keeble
Member Services Coordinator Amber Godshall
Communications Coordinator
Sarah Mattern [email protected]
Controller Beverly Matz
Member Billing Debbie Kinley
Executive Chef Bryan Nicoloso
Catering Manager Stephanie Irwin
Locker Room Manager Jose Cueto
Banquet Captain Franco Auriemma, Jr.
PGA Golf Professional
Kerry Mattern [email protected]
LPGA Golf Professional Amelia Rorer
PGA Asst Golf Professional Dave Roberts
PGA Asst Golf Professional Michael Dean
Course Superintendent Rob Nolek
Caddy Master Al DeColli
Head Tennis Pro Dale Taylor
Pool Director Frank Wills
Head Swim Coach Greg Beyer
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CCC BOARD OF GOVERNORS CCCWA EXECUTIVE BOARD
Michael Keller
President [email protected]
William Oswald Vice President
Finance Committee Chair [email protected]
Matthew Cosenza Secretary
Ronald Pratowski Treasurer
Bruce Heck Golf Committee Chair [email protected]
John DiRosato Greens Committee Chair
Thomas Duffy House Committee Chair [email protected]
Kevin Pinkerton Pool & Tennis Committee Chair
Eric Nelson Membership Committee Chair
Advisors
Luann Catinella [email protected]
Eileen Moogan [email protected]
Nicole Roman Chairwoman
Kristin Hillsley Vice Chair
Missy McIlhenny Secretary
Denise Marbach Treasurer
CCCWA Committees & Clubs Book Club
Bridge Club Communications Committee
Family Events/House Committee Garden Club
Golf Committee Ladies’ Holiday Charity Luncheon Committee Pool/Swim Team/Summer Camp Committee Specialty Events/Girls’ Night Out Committee
Tennis Committee Welcome Committee
Contact [email protected]
for more information.
