December 2015 - Wachesaw Plantation Club

DECEMBER 2015
Beneath the Branches
2| December 2015
Our President’s Perspective
T'was the night before deadline, I'm
searching my brain,
I need a column theme, it's that
time again.
Ideas are swirling, I won't go to
bed,
I’ll put words to paper, getting
them out of my head.
Like many, I look forward to December and holiday time,
So Christmas will be the theme--and I’ll try make it rhyme.
It's been a great year, much credit is due,
My poem needs more than one verse or two.
"T'was the Night Before Christmas" might be just fine,
I'll bet you didn't know it has 56 lines.
We will end our year with some staffing churn,
Some move on, some new--others return.
Our numbers are critical; there's so much to know,
Please welcome Marc Matson--our new CFO.
Soon going to Kimbels we won't see our Dave,
We'll miss his bright ties and the service he gave.
With his quality and care our meals always came,
Our Kimbels team’s family--we know them by name.
There's "Ferbie" and Shara, Christina and Jenn,
And Brandy and Jeanne--welcome back, Deb and Ken.
Weddings outstanding--brides walked on air,
Revenue, reviews never better, thanks to Brayer.
As to quality of food I could go on and on,
Great meals from Anthony, Antonio, Sean, John.
The past year’s been amazing and I would be remiss,
If I didn't highlight and thank Top Chef, Kris.
The pool bar’s a winner--great growth was on hand,
Congrats and thanks to Whitney, Jessica and Jan.
Our facilities look nicer--refreshed and renewed.
We appreciate Jamie and Marc -all that they do.
Cold winter, summer droughts and a thousand year rain,
2015’s golf challenges upon us they came.
But our Green crew beat the odds and weathered the storm,
DJ, Matt, Scott and the team made playing the norm.
More tournaments were held, the rounds played grew,
Well run events loved by old members and new.
From Pro Shop to golf course--our members know,
They get great care from Carol, Josh and Joe.
And isn't it nice when you pull in the lot,
Or exit the last green and get in your cart.
That Rich and Richie care for everyone like friends,
With a "Welcome to Wachesaw" and "Please Come Back
Again".
Tennis is growing--the court activity great,
Leo brings talent and enthusiasm - first rate.
This year’s results are a very big deal,
It takes the right leadership steering the wheel.
The team assembled is truly a gem,
A sincere thanks to Chris Freeman--our dedicated GM.
Two thanks remain--it wouldn't be right,
Not to mention those who volunteer, day and night.
The Committees and Boards serve the membership well,
Their passion for Wachesaw is easy to tell.
Finally, as is said, not least but last,
I want to thank the members, present and past.
Your support makes serving (usually) fun,
The lifestyle at Wachesaw is second to none.
If you're counting lines as we approach the end,
The original author penned 56--I am over by 10.
I wish you all things good and holiday delight,
Happy Christmas to all, and to all a good night!
On grill nights and "majors" and cocktails and shoes,
The Clubhouse delivers thanks to our own Steve Kohms.
We added and kept members better this year,
Wachesaw is so lucky to have Melissa here.
From billing and cottage rentals--the list can be long,
With Sheila and Ashleigh they make the team strong.
3| December 2015
Holiday Recipes
Holiday Recipes by Kimbels’ Servers
Crock Pot French Toast
½ Loaf Cinnamon Raisin Toast
6 Eggs
2 cups Milk
1 tsp. Cinnamon
1 tbsp Brown Sugar
1 tsp Vanilla Extract
Shara Anderson
Break bread in half pieces and layer inside crock pot.
Mix all other ingredients together and pour over bread.
Set crock pot on lowest setting. Let cook over night. In the morning remove lid for about 15 minutes for browning.
Serve with hot syrup or favorite topping. Serves 4-6
Classic Christmas Sugar Cookies
1 ½ cups powdered Sugar
1 Egg
1 cup Butter or Margarine,
2 ½ cups Flour
softened
1 tsp Vanilla
1 tsp. Baking Soda
½ tsp. Almond Extract
1 tsp. Cream of Tartar
Candy Sprinkles, if desired
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Frosting:
2 cups Powered Sugar
Jennifer Ferrara
½ tsp. Vanilla
2 tbs. Milk or Half and Half
In a large. bowl, mix powered sugar, butter, vanilla, almond extract and egg until well blended. Stir in flour, baking soda, and
cream of tartar. Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours. Heat oven to 375 degrees. Divide dough in half. On a lightly floured
cloth covered surface, roll each half of dough 3/16 inch thick. Cut assorted shapes with cookie cutters. Place on un-greased
cookie sheet. Bake 7 to 8 minutes or until lightly brown. Cool for 30 minutes. Beat all frosting ingredients together, tint with
food coloring and decorate
Cranberry Cake
3 large Eggs – room temperature
¾ cup unsalted butter, cubed and softened
2 cups all-purpose Flour
1 twelve oz. bag of Cranberries
2 cups Sugar
1 tsp. Salt
1 tsp. Vanilla
Oven – 350 Degrees
Brayer Surratt
Lightly grease pan (I often use mini-loaf pans or cupcake tins for
gifting)
Beat eggs and sugar until very smooth and increased in volume. If using hand beaters, beat on high speed for 6 to 8 minutes. The
egg and sugar mixture will double in volume and leave “ribbons of batter” on the beaters. Beat in the butter and vanilla for 2
minutes or until butter is smoothly incorporated. Use a spatula to fold in the flour, salt and cranberries. The batter will be thick.
Bake 40 to 90 minutes, depending on the size of the pan. You can cover with foil near the end of baking if needed to prevent
browning…..this recipe freezes well. Also, you can add topping, such as streusel, pecans or glaze. I often freeze or gift it
with no topping.
4| December 2015
HolidayGolf
Recipes
Goo Goo Pie Parfaits
CREMEUX:
14 oz. milk choc. finely chopped
making about 3 cups
3 ½ oz. dark choc. finely chopped,
making about ¾ cup
2 large Egg Yolks
¼ cup Sugar
1 cup whole Milk
1 cup heavy Cream
Brandy Whitberg
1. In a large bowl combine the 2 chocolates. 2. In a med. bowl whisk the egg yolks & sugar until combined. 3. In a med.
saucepan bring milk & heavy cream to a simmer, whisking constantly. Then drizzle half into the egg mixture. 4. Pour this
combined mixture into the saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring constantly (about 12 to 14 min.), until this cutard is thick
enough to coat a wooden spoon. 5. Strain the custard into the bowl of chocolate and stir until chocolate is melted and Cremeux
is smooth. 6. Spoon into 8 1-cup ramekins. Chill for 3 hours (until set).
PEANUT CARAMEL SAUCE
½ cup heavy Cream
¼ cup Water
2 tbs. unsalted Butter
2 tbs. Whiskey
1 cup Sugar
1 cup salted roasted Peanuts
1 ½ tbs. Light Corn Syrup
Whipped Cream & Grated Chocolate to Garnish
1. In a small saucepan, warm the cream and butter over heat until butter melts. Remove from heat. 2. In a large saucepan,
combine sugar, corn syrup and water. Bring to a boil. Cook for 10 min. over moderate heat until sugar dissolves and a golden
amber caramel forms. 3. Carefully pour in the cream mixture and whisk until smooth. 4. Let the sauce cool for 1 hour - then
stir in whiskey and peanuts.
Buffalo Chicken Dip
16 oz. package Cream Cheese
2 cups shredded Cheddar Cheese
One roasted Chicken Breast (shredded)
1 cup Blue Cheese Crumbles
1/2 Bottle of Hot Sauce ( I love Cholula)
Mix all ingredients. Spread into a 9 inch Pie Plate.
Bake at 350 degrees for 25 minutes. Serve with Pretzel Bread.
Deb Knapp
Hearty Italian Sausage Soup
1 lb. Italian Sausage, sliced (I use hot & sweet mixed together,
but either alone is good)
1 medium yellow Onion, chopped
2 cloves of Garlic, minced
1 tsp. Olive Oil
2 cans (14.5 oz.) fat free reduced sodium Chicken Broth
1 soup can size of Water
1 can (15 oz.) Cannellini Beans, rinsed
1 can (14.5 oz) Stewed Tomatoes, undrained (I use Italian
seasoned Stewed Tomatoes)
1 cup Rotini Pasta, uncooked
1½ cups Baby Spinach Leaves
½ cup shredded Mozzarella Cheese
Jenn Kellner
Cook sausage, onions and garlic in olive oil for 10 minutes in a large saucepan, stirring frequently. Add broth, water, cannellini
beans and stewed tomatoes. Bring to a boil. Stir in pasta and cook for 8 min. or until tender. Remove from heat. Stir in
spinach. Let stand for 5 minutes. Top with cheese. (I add some cracked pepper and crushed red pepper for extra spice, but the
5| December 2015
On the Plantation
Thank You from DAV 30
On behalf of the Disabled American Veterans,
Grand Strand Chapter and Auxiliary 30,
Commander Carroll Prosser and wife Lynn, want
to thank everyone who participated in the
Wachesaw Plantation Veterans Day Golf
tournament on November 11, 2015.
We realize the tremendous effort and tedious
work that everyone put into the tournament.
There are so many volunteers associated with
Wachesaw Plantation and other business partners
who showed their loving and giving spirit, and
we are so humbled and blessed by their
participation.
We are so grateful to the golfers, the decorating
committee, the personal and private donations of
gifts, money and more important, everyone’s
faithful, loving spirit. We must also thank David
and Brayer and the staff at Kimbels for their
kindness and extra efforts to help with decorating
and preparing the delicious lunch.
The DAV and Auxiliary, Grand Strand 30,
consists of disabled veterans and their families
and all are volunteers. We depend on caring
individuals and community business partners like
you to help us to provide vital support to our local
needy, homeless and ill veterans and their
families.
Our organization’s
mission is to help those that served
our great nation and sacrificed
themselves to preserve our
freedom that we have today.
Commander Prosser speaks for
all of the Grand Strand DAV and
Auxiliary members and thanks
you for realizing the importance
of our mission and how grateful
we are for your support. May God
bless you, your families and may
God Bless America.
Commander Carroll Prosser & Lynn Prosser
6| December 2015
Golf
Joe Gagliano, PGA
Head Golf Professional
Josh Bialowans
Golf Professional
First Assistant
7| December 2015
Golf
* Club Championship *
The Club Championship is a time for the Club to celebrate its history and traditions. Every year we work toward making
this the premier event of the year. In 2014 we had 69 participants and this year 75. The weather was ideal and the competition
fierce.
The Men’s Club Championship came down to the wire. After 54 holes, Tee Opperman and Jim Burgess were 5 over and Adam
Langford 6 over. The tie breaker was to play #18 until someone won. Tee Opperman then parred #18 to become the 2015 Men’s
Club Champion.
The Ladies’ Division had 22 players, which was the highest participation of the past 4 years. After 36 holes, Sandy Hill won
by 10 shots to become the 2015 Ladies’ Club Champion.
The Men’s and Ladies’ Club Champions both received shop credit, a trophy, members blazers and their own Wachesaw golf
area parking spots. Congratulations to the winners.
8| December 2015
Golf
Steve Allison,
Adam Langford,
Andy Congdon &
Joel Foster
Allyn Briggs,
Phil Lagan,
Larry Bertolucci
& Mike Sacco
Jim & Ann Rogers,
Barbara & John
Hasenstab
Some of the Men’s Member-Member Flight winners.s
SCJGA Champion Patrick Golden
The Wachesaw Plantation Club would like to congratulate, member Patrick
Golden on winning his first SCJGA Championship.
The Waccamaw High School Junior, competed November
7-8 in the 15-18 division of the 21st Annual Cheraw Fall
Challenge. Patrick’s score of 6 under gave him the win on
the Cheraw State Park Golf Course, a 6,877 yard par 73
layout.
This tournament, also played at Moree’s Cheraw C.C. for
golfers 12 and under, had a historically large field of 177
players.
In winning, Patrick also defeated the reigning SCGA Junior
Champion, Christian Salzer. Again, Congratulations,
Patrick!
9| December 2015
WLGA-18
Golf
Ho! Ho! Ho! How can it be that time of
year again???
Looking back, the WLGA-18 has had a
year filled with fun events and wonderful
new and old friends. We started the year with
50 members and ended with 71. That is a
definite cause for celebration! Every tournament was well
attended and led by creative, efficient members.
Last month we had a very successful Rally for
the Cure, headed by Margot Crawshaw, Gil
Hough and Bernie Bentley. The proceeds will
help many local women have access to
mammograms. Thanks to all who donated and
played.
We celebrated our closing day by being blessed
with gorgeous weather and a delicious lunch followed by
the presentation of crystal trophies to winners of all the
2015 tournaments. One of the most deserved awards went
to Mandy Christian as the Most Improved !
The Club Championship was held the following weekend.
This year we had 22 ladies in contention with the victory
going to Sandy Hill !!! Congrats to Sandy (I know she will
enjoy her new parking place!!) In addition, thanks to all
who played so hard.
It has been my pleasure to serve as president this year
and I look forward to an even better year in 2016 knowing
that our Board is so wonderful and our members so
enthusiastic.
In the New Year let us all celebrate every day - on and
off the links.
Anne Pennington [email protected] 843-651-2947
Gill Hough &
Margot Crawshaw
10 | December 2015
Golf
WLGA-9
The sun was definitely shinning over
Wachesaw on our closing day, November 12th . With the
warm temperatures and the sun shining, 15 members
played using the team scramble format. First place went
to the team of Carol MacCallum, Jerri Cameron and
Claire Sterns. Close behind in second place came the
team of Fran Kraus, Jane Petrone and Ann Rogers.
Following golf, the ladies were joined by other members
on the veranda at Kimbels. Awards went to our 2015
champions, along with celebrations. Then a wonderful
lunch was had by all. A short business meeting ended
our fantastic day together.
There was another event to write about, where the sun
also shown. It was on October 22nd when the WLGA –
9 hosted its 2015 Invitational. Many thanks go out to
Carol MacCallum, Janet Baril, Liza McKenzie, Susan
Mayberry and Jean Weber for all their hard work that
went into making this event a great success. We had 72
ladies participate! We were full! We could not take one
more lady! There is a story to tell “in these here hills” of
Wachesaw,” that there is a group of ladies called the
Wachesaw Witches. There is word (in these here hills)
that these women are already planning for next year. If
you see Janet Baril around, ask her how these witches
came to be.
Although the WLGA-9 golf season is over for the year,
many will continue to play golf. Any ladies interested?
Please join us in our fun! We would love to have you!
There is always room for more!
Jane Petrone [email protected]
843-278-5474
2016 Officers: Fran Kraus - Vice President, Ann
Rogers - Treasurer, Grace Osborne - Secretary,
Jane Petrone - President,
Rose Holland - Sunshine (not shown)
11| December 2015
Golf
From the Green Chair: Bob Pennington
A number of members are regularly reporting to me that golfers practicing on the driving range
are flying 20 to 40 yard pitch shots onto the practice chipping green. In this column last April I
warned that this green in the summer, like all the others, will be soft and easily marked by this
activity. Well, as you know, the summer was not good for our
greens so the roots have not yet recovered and all the greens
remain soft and will stay so into the winter.
We all need to cease pitching balls onto that
green from a distance. The picture will show
you the result. I really don’t want to patrol
the area or try to round up the perpetrators
to fix their damage so, those of you who are
guilty, please stop.
In the second picture you’ll see two narrow
longitudinal divots left by someone
practicing on the range. The other
picture is from someone who stripped
off the sod over a wide area while
practicing, leaving no grass to easily grow and fill in this area. When you practice, use the
technique seen in the first picture. The divots in our practice tee will be filled in much more
quickly that way. As grass growth slows down this winter, this will become more and more
important.
Wachesaw Divot Repair Tool
Wachesaw has purchased Divot Repair
Tools for the membership to use. When
repairing the ball mark you must push
the surface/turf towards the center. A
common mistake is to pull back on the
repair tool bringing the roots and
underlying soil to the top. The design of
the divot repair tool ensures that the
surface will go forward/towards the
center. If everyone does his/her part, the
greens will recover quicker and provide
a truer roll for your golf ball. Please stop
by the Golf Shop to pick up your divot
repair tool.
GOLF QUOTE OF THE
MONTH
"Golf is the only sport where the
object is to play as little as
possible."
12| December 2015
GCS Report
“Winter Turf Painting” - Scott Fretz, Wachesaw Plantation Club GCS
With the success of the last three winters’ turf painting on dormant tees, fairways, collars and
approaches, the GCM, this year, has budgeted 5 applications to be applied over the 2015 -16 months
of December, January, February and March. We will, once again, be using Geoponic’s Endurant
Turf Paint. This paint is realistic in color and has special binding agents that allow the paint to adhere only to turf,
making mixing and equipment cleanup very easy. This also prevents the paint from causing issues with the
membership when playing on freshly applied turf paint, as it cannot stick to rubber tires or shoes.
Our first “killing” frost/freeze has not yet occurred as
this article goes to print. Historically, we expect to receive
one or two frosts by the end of November. Our first
application is scheduled for the first week of December.
We apply the turf paint in the morning hours with dew
still on the grass. The dew is critical as it helps the paint
blend onto the dormant leaf blades and provides for
uniform and consistent color. Typically it takes two
mornings to complete the application - nine holes each
day. Each application can last up to 21 to 28 days,
depending on the amount of rain we receive between
applications.
As you can see, in the included photos, we use two
different sprayers to apply the turf paint. A walking
boom sprayer is used to apply the paint on all collars and
tee tops while our larger riding boom sprayer handles
the larger areas through the fairways. We apply this
turf paint to give the golf course an over-seeded winter
appearance without the cost. Also, in the months of
February and March, the dark green color helps the
Bermuda break winter dormancy and grow back faster
than in untreated areas.
13| December 2015
Tennis
Night Tennis
Leo Correa
Director of Tennis
Coach’s Corner
String Tension:
When learning how to choose a tennis racquet and getting
your racquet strung at a shop, it’s important to ask yourself
what string tension do you want. String tension will
greatly affect the feel and control of the racquet. There
are three types of tension you can choose from: low
tension, high tension, and a tension in between the two.
Which tension is best for you will depend on your swing
speed and the type of strings you want. Low tension
allows for more power, spin, and feel, while high tension
gives you more control and stability. You’ll have to
experiment with your racquet’s string tension to find
what’s best for you.
Thursday, December 3 at 6 p.m.
Doubles Round Robin
Happy Hour
Secret Santa
Tension Type
Low
<50 lbs. MORE Power, Spin, Durability, Comfort,
Feel & Shock LESS Control & Stability
In-Between 50-60 lbs.
High >60 lbs. MORE Control & Stability LESS
Power, Spin, Durability, Comfort, Feel & Shock
Specials
Christmas Tennis Gift Certificate: five one-hour
private lessons for $250.00. Valid for January &
February.
Ball Machine Rental Specials: $15/hour Members
$25/hour guests
$100/one year single membership.
Ball Machine Coaching Training with Video
Analysis: $60/hour
Our Ball Machine has
10 different speed options
depending on your skill level.
14| December 2015
Pro Tennis Shop Sales
(Compare with Tennis Warehouse)
Wilson Three BLX Racquet
Price: $198
Power and comfort combine to make this racquet a great choice for
players with compact through medium length strokes. Also not a
bad choice for older players or doubles specialists looking for a
power boost with added reach. Extended Length: 27.5 inches.
Pattern: 16x19.
Price: $159
An explosive spin-friendly weapon with a nice blend of pop and
precision. Ideal for strong juniors or adult intermediates looking
for power and spin. Headsize: 100in². String Pattern: 18x16.
Standard length.
Wilson Burn 100 LS
Wilson Pro Staff RF97 Autograph
Price: $198
Best Seller. This very special Pro Staff was designed with the help
of Roger Federer. It is solid as a rock and offers an amazing
combination of feel, plow-through and precision. Headsize: 97 in².
String Pattern: 16x19. Strung Weight: 12.6 oz. Standard Length.
Wilson Blade 98S Spin (18x16) Price: $170
Offers an impressive level of spin and precision. A great option
for intermediate and advanced players. Headsize: 98in². String
pattern: 18x16. Standard Length.
30th Anniversary Party
30th Anniversary Party on the Bluff - October 30,
On Friday October 30th a majority of the members of
Wachesaw Plantation Club gathered on The Bluff to
dine, dance and celebrate Wachesaw's 30th Year
Anniversary. The evening was perfect with the sun
setting over the Waccamaw and the Bluff appointed with
sparking lights, a fire pit, the Men of Distinction Band
and food presentations everywhere you looked.
Midway through the evening remarks were made by
President Briggs and an engraved silver box was
presented to those 30 year members who were present.
Then the band commenced playing and the members
danced far into the night.
15| December 2015
WLA Fashion Show
On November 4th a Charity Luncheon and Fashion Show was held at Kimbels by
the Wachesaw Ladies Association. The well attended function saw fashions presented
by The Pink Cabana and Fancy Frocks with Merle Norman Cosmetic Studio making
sure all the models (who were residents or members of Wachesaw) appeared
glamorous.
Those attending were appreciative, the food was terrific, and $1,600 was raised for
The Smith Medical Clinic.
16| December 2015
Wine Club
Wine Club Dinner - November 18, 2015
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Sharon McCarthy, Banfi Vintners Vice President, proclaimed that the evening’s wine selections would be “A
romp through the vineyards of Italy.” This year was the third year that Ms. McCarthy has visited our Wine Club
and she is certainly invited to return. The twist on the wine pairings was that, on two of the
courses, two comparable wines were served instead of the usual single wine and food pairing.
The point of the dual serving was for diners to compare a classic traditional Italian made wine,
characterized by the scents of earth and truffle, with a more modern breed of wine that is
associated with a contemporary style of fruit, spice and oak.
Ms. McCarthy made several mentions of the Wine Club pricing as being unbelievable and
only a few dollars over wholesale prices. This pricing is due to Wachesaw’s relationship with
RNDC manager, Dan Suchko. In addition to giving us exceptional wine pricing, Mr. Suchko donated 3 bottles
of wine for our “Recognition Feature.” This month we recognized new members Jim and Kari Kirkland, John
and Vickie Meyer and also birthday girl, Carole Cole.
But that was not all. At the end of the evening, in a very generous offering, Mr. Suchko presented a magnum
of Castello Banfi Brunello di Montalcino DOCG to the Wine Club as a raffle prize. In contrast, a regular sized
bottle of this particular wine (available for this evening’s diners) could be purchased for $60. Ms. McCarthy said
this price was five dollars over wholesale.
As the magnum raffle ticket was drawn, the tension in the room was high: “And the magnum goes to…… Bill
and Kathy Curtis.” So, be sure to check your emails to see if you are invited to the Curtis’ grand uncorking.
Now to the food! This evening Chef Kris Dietrick prepared some of his finest platings. When asked to include
his personal favorites, he offered “Polenta Crusted Snapper with Pesto Risotto, Saffro Broth, Lemon, Mozzerella
Bruschetta, and Sartori EVO drizzled table side.” This was paired with Sartori di Verona Ferdi Bianco Veronese
IGT. This white wine is considered the “white Amarone” for its subtleness. The Sartori EVO is not commonly
available for sale but was offered to diners as an additional purchase item.
The third course of Braised Veal Osso Bucco with Whipped Potatoes, Toasted Pine Nut Gremalada and Root
Vegetable Demi Glace was paired with the aged, earthy Castello Banfi Brunello di Montalcino DOCG
and the more modern styled Castello Banfi Belerno Toscanna, a powerhouse tasting. This pairing was
followed with the dessert course of Tiramisu and Chocolate Cannoli. What more is there to say!
The food and wine, this evening, was truly exceptional. As new member John Meyer said “This is great,
keep it up!”
Co-Chairman Tom Leonard
17 | December 2015
Kimbels
December Happenings at Kimbels
Tuesday, December 1 - 30-30 Dinner
Saturday, December 5 - Christmas Tree Lighting
Tuesday, December 8 - Birthday Night
Friday, December 11 - Prime Rib Meet & Greet
Sunday, December 13 - Cookies & Stories
Wednesday, December 16 - Wine Dinner
Thursday, December 17 - Bingo
, Friday, December 18 - Golf Banquet
Tuesday, December 22 - Ladies Night Out
Thursday, December 31 - New Years Eve Party
30-30 Dinner - November 3, 2015
December is the second anniversary of the 30-30 Dinners. While
there are many suggestions as to why these dinners have been
successful, the only thing that matters is that we are all enjoying a
pleasant experience with new and old friends. Isn't that what
belonging to a club is mostly about?
The December 1st dinner will be “The Best of 2015.” Chef Kris
will be featuring the four most popular entrees chosen this past year.
And, to give as many as possible the chance to attend and sample
these four, the menu will be offered in buffet fashion.
The last dinner following this plan sold out 152 seats. You are
always welcome to join us. To add your name
to the list, please email [email protected]
George Fahs
Janet Baril, Pat & Bob Jones, Ron Baril
Bari & Bruce Gabbitas, Jack & Barbara Collins
18| December 2015
Christmas Tree
Lighting
19|December 2015
Kimbels
20 | December 2015
Kimbels
Ladies Night Out - October 27, 2015
Left to Right: Meg Fahs, Bonnie Wood, Kaye Mulkeen, Ella Dolan, Carol MacCallum, Steph
Huffman, Carhy Tafoya, Donna Costlow, Liz Gallo, Gilma Caslin, Karen Gluntz, Barbara
Collins & Jane Sherwin
21| December 2015
Events & Travel
Bingo - November 5, 2015
Jennifer & Brian Scully & family
Steph Huffman with her great-nieces…..
Julia Moran and Jessie Moran
Bingo at Kimbels on November 5th was a Family Night with children, grandchildren and greatnieces attending. All enjoyed the buffet featuring everything from Chicken Noodle Soup to Mac
and Cheese. And, of course, fun Bingo was the entertainment of the night.
22| December 2015
Book Clubs
Book Club I
Book Club III
Book Club I meets the first Wednesday of each month
at 10:00 am. Our December meeting will be held at Janet
McEachren's home. If your interested in joining our
group, please call DeAnna Vesely for more information.
630-204-8982
Our December book review will be “House at
Riverton” by Kate Morton. The main character, Grace
Bradley, is now in her 90's and living in a nursing home.
A filmmaker comes to the nursing
home to speak to her about her days
as a young servant at Riverton, to
gather information for a movie
about the suicide of a famous poet
that died there. Her memories flood
back to the years she spent at
Riverton, which were during the
last days of Edwardian Aristocratic
privileges, shattered by World War
I and the mystery of the suicide of
the famous poet R.S. Hunter and
the secret she has kept all these
years.
During our December meeting we will be choosing our
books for 2016.
The Lively Oaks Book Club III meets in the Ladies’
Lounge at the Club House at 9:45 on the second
Tuesday of every month. Contact Ann Roskow at
[email protected] or 843-446-7413 for more
information.
On December 8th, Mary Lou Gies will present “Go Set
a Watchman” by Harper Lee.
Maycomb, Alabama. Twenty-six-year-old Jean Louise
Finch—"Scout"—returns home from New York City to
visit her aging father, Atticus. Set
against the backdrop of the civil
rights tensions and political
turmoil that were transforming
the South, Jean Louise's
homecoming turns bittersweet
when she learns disturbing truths
about her close-knit family, the
town, and the people dearest to
her. Memories from her
childhood flood back, and her
values and assumptions are
thrown into doubt. Featuring
many of the iconic characters from “To Kill a
Mockingbird”, “Go Set a Watchman” perfectly captures
a young woman, and a world, in painful yet necessary
transition out of the illusions of the past—a journey that
can only be guided by one's own conscience.
Book Club II
You are welcome to join Book Club II which meets in
the Ladies’ Lounge at the Club House at 10:00 a.m. on
the second Wednesday of each month. For more
information, please call Sue Walters at 843-357-4777.
In December, our group will be discussing “The
Signature of All Things” by Elizabeth Gilbert. This
historical novel takes place in the 19th. Century and
follows the life of Alma Whittaker.
Born into a wealthy Philadelphia
family, Alma possessed an
endlessly questioning mind and
parents who encouraged a spirit of
investigation. By the age of 25 she
comes into her own within the field
of botany, an area of scientific
study which was reserved for men
at the time. Within the confines of
her family’s estate, Alma becomes
an expert & published author in the
study of mosses, but it is not until she is 51 years of age
that she ventures far beyond her home and her narrow
field of study in search of a broader understanding of the
world, of herself, and of the man she loves.
.
Book Club IV
Book Club IV meets on the third Wednesday of the
month at 2:30 in the Ladies’ Lounge. We have just
finished "Dark Tide: The Great Molasses Flood of
1919" by Stephen Puelo. A
fascinating history of a little
known disaster in Boston that
affected major social and
economic changes.
Our book choice for
December is "Holidays on Ice"
by David Sedaris. A book of
holiday essays with a humorist
twist that only Sedaris can
provide.
For more information, please
contact Janay Commons. [email protected] or
843-947-0617.
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Gardening
Wow, who would believe another year is almost history? But gardening is a year round endeavor. So, weather
permitting, you can still continue to clean up leaves and plant some hardy cool-season annuals. If you want blooms
until spring, pansies would be your best choice. Fertilize with Milorganite or 10-10-10.
Our lives are filled with activity from Thanksgiving until the New Year, but try to find a little time to plant some
daffodils or tulips in some pots. In the spring the eventual blooms will add color to your
landscape. The bulbs are now available in the garden centers. Set the bulbs you plant
in the sun and, to prevent the squirrels from digging them out, cover with deer fence or
netting. You can remove the net as soon as the growth reaches an inch or two.
Continue to cut back perennials and dispose of dead or dry top growth. The perennials
can be cut just above the new growth showing at the base. Do this before you mulch
for winter. Do not fertilize at this time.
Review your garden journal and think about what you plan to do differently next year.
Are you pleased with your flower choices or are you disappointed with the outcome?
If you have completed your chores outdoors, you can focus on houseplants. They are
good for our health as they exchange carbon dioxide for oxygen. Most of the plants we
grow indoors are outdoor plants from warmer climates.
We often buy houseplants on impulse because they attract our attention, but we really
should consider where we are going to put them. Remember indoor plants have no
natural resource to call on, so we must provide everything they need. You can access all kinds of good growing
tips online as well as in many good gardening books. Turn plants regularly as they tend to grow toward the light
and become lop-sided.
This time of year poinsettias and Christmas cactus are favorite plants. Allowing
the water to collect, in the decorative foil that surrounds them, can cause root rot.
Thus, it is a good idea to remove or punch holes in the foil before placing them
on a saucer. Also, during the holidays, amaryllis bulbs have a strong flower
impact. They are in abundance in garden centers and usually come in pots ready
for us to water and enjoy.
If you are looking for houseplants that bloom for long periods of time, try African
violets. They are not hard to grow they just need some regular attention. I grow
them in our sunroom facing north in the summer
and east in the winter. You can place them in spots
with southern exposure if your windows have
shades. However, with no shades, the sun may
burn their leaves. Once per week I water them
from the bottom up with a light fertilizer.
Outside, continue to plant camellias. They will give you pleasure for months to
come. To see and learn more about camellias you might want to attend the Grand
Strand Camellia Society Annual Flower Show and Plant Sale. It will be held in
January at Inlet Square Mall. It will be open Saturday, January 9th from 1:00 to 5:00 and Sunday, January 10th from
12:00 to 5:00.
Have a great 2016!
Master Gardener Sue Craddock is featured monthly writing a Garden Column for Beneath
The Branches. Sue has been active in the Camellia, Daylily, Iris and African Violet
Societies and as a speaker to groups in the Grand Strand area. She would love to have you
call or email her with your gardening questions. 843-424-2522 [email protected]
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For Membership Information
Contact
Melissa Adams
Membership & Marketing Director
843-357-5130
[email protected]
New Members
December 2015
John
& Victoria Meyer
Bob & Pat Jones
Kevin & Gilma Caslin
William & Jane O’Connell
Bob & Sue Jodice
Trial Members (30 Days)
Larry & Vivian Harpley
Brian & Dorothy Buchanan
(90 Days)
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Password
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"Newsletters” - Click on the month
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Call Administration at
843-357-1263 for assistance.
2015 Club Board of
Directors
Allyn Briggs, President
[email protected]
843-947-0327
Bob Pennington, V. Pres.
[email protected]
843-651-2947
Vin Petreccia, Secretary
[email protected]
843-314-0208
Al Hansen, Treasurer
[email protected]
843-357-2711
Paul Crawshaw
[email protected]
843-651-9006
Bob Fleischman
[email protected]
843-651-2551
Bonnie Wood
[email protected]
205-910-8926
Judy Clarke, President
Please submit copy for
Beneath the Branches before
the 20th of the month to
Judie Schaal
[email protected] and
Ann Roskow
[email protected].
Club Committee
Chairpersons
Judie Schaal
[email protected]
843-651-6467
POA Board of Directors
2015
Beneath the Branches
A Publication of Wachesaw
Plantation Club
December 2015
Judie Schaal, Copy Editor
& Photographer
Ann Roskow, Layout Designer
Publication Team Members:
Ken Israel, Patty Kolencik &
Gayle Hall
Finance - Al Hansen
Golf - Vin Petreccia
Green - Bob Pennington
House /Pool - Bonnie Wood:
Design - Helen Fleischman
Legal & Bylaws &
At-Large Exec. Committee Paul Crawshaw
Membership - Bob Fleischman
Publicity - Judie Schaal
Tennis - Bob Pennington
843-299-0064 [email protected]
Ken Terne, Vice President
843-357-1246
[email protected]
Frank Campbell, Treasurer
843-357-8023 [email protected]
Sheri McAllister-Millar, Director
843-651-6300 [email protected]
Roger Hall, Director
843-485-8820 [email protected]
Lisa Everett, Director
919-672-4086 [email protected]
Rea Patton, Director
202-403-0767 [email protected]
26 |December 2015
Tidelands Health: Waccamaw Orthopaedics and Spine
November 18 Kimbels at
Wachesaw hosted a Tidelands
Health Talk. Dr. William Greer,
who specializes in sports
medicine and orthopedic surgery,
spoke for about an hour on the
complexities of should pain.
Aided by clear diagrams, he
described the inner workings of
the shoulder and what can be
done when bones, tendons and/or
muscles are injured.
Questions and answers
followed the talk and all left with
a greater knowledge of the
shoulder and how it works.
Frances Drew, Program Development Specialist, Laura
Carmine, Program Development Manager, Dr. William Greer,
Shantae Seifert, PA, Felicia Avant, Practice Manager,
Courtney Spann, Medical Assistant and,
of course the resident talking with Dr. Greer
Mah-Jongg
The Mah-Jongg ladies meet at Kimbels every
Wednesday at 11:00 and play until 3:00. Lunch is
available to pre-order. Ladies interested in playing
are always welcome. Come and watch and you will
be hooked by this fascinating game.
Please contact Sue Tonzola at [email protected]
or 843-318-1333 for more information.
S&B Sewing Group at
The Club House
Activities &
Information
CLUB PHONE NUMBERS
Main Number - 357-1263
Kimbels Reservations - 357-3183/651-1215
Chris Freeman - General Manager - 357-5103
Marc Matson - CFO - 357-5105
Melissa Adams - Membership & Marketing - 357-5130
Joe Gagliano - Head Golf Professional - 357-1500
Scott Fretz - Golf Course Superintendent – 357-5107
Brayer Surratt - Banquet & Catering Manager - 357-5141
Kris Dietrick - Executive Chef - 651-1256
Leo Correa - Director of Tennis - 357-5129
Ashleigh Lynch - Guest Services - 357-5104
Jan Grenier-Minogue - Pool Bar - 357-0201
Steve Kohms - Club House Tavern - 651-0294
Kathy Young, POA Property Manager - 357-3210
Security Gate - 651-0589
All Club Phone Numbers are Area Code 843
Buddy Dougherty
wants to thank
Wachesaw
Plantation’s dog
owners for
picking up after their
pets and keeping
them under control.
2015 Annual
WOW Christmas Gathering
Monday, December 14th at 7:00 p.m.
The Christmas Hostess is Sue
Tonzola
4562 Bridle Path
As a way to build relationships within our
community, the WOW gatherings are open to all the
ladies who live in Wachesaw Plantation. Please join us
for food, fun and fellowship.
“Lake Lachiocotte in the Fall” by Catherine Lowe
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POSTAL PATRON
December 2015
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
2
1
30-30 Dinner
5:30
Adult Tennis Clinic
9:00
Men’s Evening
Tennis
6:00
Book Club I
10:00
Mah-Jongg
11:00
Clubhouse Happy
Hour 3:00 - 6:00
6
Sunday Brunch
10:00 -2:00
7
8
Adult Tennis Clinic
9:00
Dining Room Closes
at 1:00
Birthday Night
5:30
Book Club II
10:00
Golf Shop Sale
Men’s Evening
Tennis
6:00
Mah-Jongg
11:00
13
14
Sunday Brunch
10:00 - 2:00
15
ARB Meeting
9:00
WOW
Christmas Party
7:00
Cookies & Stories
Family Event
3:00
S&B Sewing Group
Club House
3:00 - 5:00
Adult Tennis Clinic
9:00
Adult Tennis Clinic
9:00
Golf Shop Sale
Golf Shop Sale
Doubles Round Robin
Happy Hour
Secret Santa
6:00
Kimbels Closed
After Lunch
Christmas Tree
Lighting
5:30
11
Mixed Tennis Social
6:30
12
Adult Tennis Clinic
9:00
Adult Tennis Clinic
9:00
Prime
Meet & Greet
5:30
17
Adult Tennis Clinic
9:00
Mah-Jongg
11:00
Book Club IV
2:30
Mixed Tennis Social
4:00
Saturday
5
Clubhouse Happy
Hour 3:00 - 6:00
16
Men’s Evening
Tennis
6:00
Friday
4
10
9
Book Club III
9:45
Mixed Tennis Social
4:00
Thursday
3
Clubhouse Happy
Hour 3:00 - 6:00
18
S&B Sewing Group
Club House
3:00 - 5:00
19
Adult Tennis Clinic
9:00
Adult Tennis Clinic
9:00
Golf Banquet
6:00 - 8:00
Bingo Buffet
5:30
Mixed Tennis Social
6:30
Wine Club
6:30
21
20
Mixed Tennis Social
4:00
24
Ladies Night Out
5:30
Adult Tennis Clinic
9:00
Club Board Meeting
11:00
Men’s Evening
Tennis
6:00
Mah-Jongg
11:00
28
27
23
22
POA Board
Meeting 8:30
Sunday Brunch
10:00 - 2:00
29
Clubhouse Happy
Hour 3:00 - 6:00
30
Mah-Jongg
11:00
Clubhouse Happy
Hour 3:00 - 6:00
Sunday Brunch
10:00 - 2:00
Mixed Tennis Social
4:00
CALENDAR KEY
RED - KIMBELS
GREEN - GOLF
ORANGE - TENNIS
DARK BLUE - POOL
PURPLE - BOOK CLUBS
LIGHT BLUE - GAMES
BLACK - OTHER
25
Kimbels Closed
After Lunch
31
Kimbels Closed for
Lunch
New Years Eve Party
7:00
26
Kimbels Closed