october 2014 - The Lodge And Club

OCTOBER 2014
Membership News, Events and Happenings at The Lodge & Club at Ponte Vedra Beach
Angie & David Hummell
John & Inga Woodard
with Gary & Judy Graham
Jenny & Mark Kobin with Jamie & Scott Conroy
Mason Marello
in Baking Class
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Rae Davies & Emilio Greatti
having fun at Disco Night
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COMING in
October
— Club Happenings —
Value Dining
Every Monday Evening
Lodging Special
Two-for-One Surf & Turf
Every Wednesday Evening
Take time in October to indulge yourself with an overnight visit to The Lodge & Club.
Member rates start at $279. Rates are subject to availability and do not include resort fee or
tax. Please call 285-1111 for reservations and more information.
Melt Method Fitness Class
Every Wednesday
Starting October 1
Oktoberfest
Thursday, October 2
(Ponte Vedra Inn & Club)
Kids Yoga Workshop
Wednesday, October 8
Howl at the Moon Party
Wednesday, October 8
Kids Halloween Movie Night
Friday, October 10
Farm-to-Glass Dinner
Saturday, October 11
Trivia Night for Adults
Monday, October 13
Member Mixer
Tuesday, October 14
Family Pool Deck Movie
Saturday, October 18
A Literary Lovely
Members will gather to discuss “The Circle” by author Dave Eggers at
the next Book Club meeting scheduled for Tuesday, October 21 from
10 a.m. - Noon in the Innlet Lounge. No registration is necessary.
Prime Rib Night
Sunday, October 19
Book Club Meeting
Tuesday, October 21
Adult Halloween Bash
Friday, October 24
Kids Halloween Spooktacular
Friday, October 24
Afternoon Tea
Daily 3–4 p.m.
Members of all four of the GATE owned Clubs – The Lodge & Club, Ponte Vedra Inn &
Club, Epping Forest Yacht & Country Club and The River Club are invited to attend the
2nd Annual Fall Family Festival from noon to 4 p.m. Sunday, November 16. This popular
autumn event will again be held at the 100-acre Outpost overlooking scenic Lake Guana
in Palm Valley. More details to come in next month’s newsletter.
Party Bridge
Every Thursday Noon
Live Entertainment
Friday 6–9 p.m.
Innlet Lounge
Sunday 3-6 p.m.
The Oasis
COMING in NOVEMBER
Family Fall Festival
Sunday, November 16
(The Outpost in Palm Valley)
Bill and Lisa Smith
Margie and Paul Deegan
— Club Happenings —
Kids Halloween
Movie Night
On Friday, October 10 from 6–8 p.m., the young
ones (ages 3-10) are invited to a showing of the
Halloween-themed movie “Hotel Transylvania”.
All in attendance will enjoy pizza, beverages and
making Halloween crafts. $10 per child. This will
be a great opportunity for parents to dine at the
Club! Call 273-9600 for reservations.
Family Pool Deck Movie
The next Pool Deck Movie is scheduled for Saturday, October 18
at 7 p.m. in the Family Pool and surrounding deck. The animated
film, “Nightmare before Christmas” will be featured on a large
screen. Enjoy this popular movie while sitting on the pool deck
or floating from in the pool. Halloween treats and goodies will be
available for purchase.
Trivia Night for Adults
The next Trivia Night for Adults will be conducted on Monday,
October 13. Members, arranged in teams of 6-8 persons, will
vie for fame, prizes and club bragging rights. There will also
be beverage specials. The doors open at 6:30 p.m. with the first
question asked at 7 p.m.
Let’s congratulate September’s winning Trivia Night team the
“Know-It-Alls”.
Renee and John Hotes with
Sheila Connor at Trivia Night
Party Bridge
We would like to invite all Lodge members to participate in the weekly gatherings of the Party Bridge Club every Thursday starting at noon. This is a wonderful way to make new acquaintances and enjoy some fun and lively games. Iced tea, freshly brewed
coffee, water and snacks are provided. Please contact 273-9500 for more information.
Staying Alive!
Bellbottom slacks, wedge heels and big hair were the order of the day at
last month’s Disco Night at The Lodge. A DJ played all the popular Bee
Gee tunes from the Saturday Night Live soundtrack as all in attendance
danced the Hustle and the Funky Chicken.
Reese & Jeri Henderson and Holly & Rob Udell
bringing out their inner 1970s
— Dining News —
More Lovin’ from the Oven
Chef Tim continues to delight members every Monday evening with his value-priced menu. Featured from 5:30–9 p.m. in the
Innlet Dining Room are TWO wonderfully crafted entrée specials each offered at a value-friendly price of $19.50 plus service
charge and tax. Select from the following favorites:
October 6: Chicken Fried Steak OR Blackened Grouper
October 13: Chef ’s Specialty October 20: Barbeque Ribs OR Grilled Mahi
October 27: Beef Pot Roast OR Mayport Shrimp
The full Innlet Dining Room menu will also be available. Call 273-9500 for reservations.
Lobster Night
Join us every Wednesday evening, for a Two-for-One Surf & Turf
special. Purchase an entrée consisting of a half a Maine Lobster
with Crab Meat Stuffing and Angus Beef Filet for $34.50 – and
receive the second entrée at no cost. Other Two-for-One specials
include Shrimp Scampi paired with Angus Beef and Jumbo Crab
Cake paired with Angus Beef. Service charge and tax for both
entrees are additional. Call 273-9500 for reservations.
Happy Hour Member Mixer
Join fellow members new and old, on Tuesday, October 14 from 6-7 p.m. for a Happy Hour Mixer. Here’s the ideal opportunity
to create new friendships at The Lodge. Featured will be complimentary hors d’oeuvres and sangria with Happy Hour prices in
effect for other beverages.
Oktoberfest Prime Rib Buffet Night
Join us on Sunday, October 19 from 5:30-9 p.m. in the Innlet Dining Room as Chef Tim takes the popular Prime Rib
Buffet Night and gives it a German flair in recognition of Oktoberfest. It’s the best dinner buffet this side of Bavaria!
Enjoy the following:
STARTERS: Mixed Greens - German Charcuterie with Regional Cold Cuts and Cheeses - Autumn Fruits
Cucumber Salad - Pickled Beets - Apple Fennel Salad
ENTREES:
Roast Prime Rib of Beef - Pork Schnitzel with Red Cabbage - Beer Battered Whitefish
SIDES:
German Potato Salad - Herb Buttered Spaetzle - Vegetables Almandine
DESSERTS: Warm Apple Streusel - Black Forest Cheese Cake - Bavarian Cream Puffs
German Chocolate Brownies
The cost is $34.50 per person with service charge and tax is additional. Call 273-9500 for reservations
— Dining News —
Cook-Off Results
Congratulations to Chef de Cuisine Dustin Johnson on receiving the “Top
Chef ” award in the culinary competition held recently at The Lodge. Each of
three Lodge Chefs created a dining specialty of their choice and presented it
to a gathering of Lodge members for voting via a secret ballot. Chef Johnson
received the most votes for his presentation of Spinach and Porcini Mushroom
Ravioli with Duck Confit, Boursin and Ricotta Filling and an Orange Coconut
Cream Sauce. He is a recent graduate, with honors, from the International
Culinary Schools at The Art Institute.
Chef de Cuisine Dustin Johnson
Howl at the Moon Party
We’re celebrating the Wednesday, October 8 full moon by hosting a ‘Howl at the Moon Party’ from 5:30-8:30 p.m. at the Oasis
Deck. The band ‘Green for Danger’ will play such lunar favorites as Bad Moon Rising, Harvest Moon, Moon Shadow and Moon
Dance. And for your dining pleasure, expect Full Moon Ravioli, Lunar Crab Cakes, Lollipop Pork Chop and Country Fried
Chicken. And dessert? Chocolate Moon Pie Parfait, of course! The Oasis Bar will be serving such themed cocktails as Rocket Fuel
and Moonwalker. Reservations are not required.
Oktoberfest Celebration
Willkommen! On Thursday, October 2 from 5:30–9 p.m., Lodge members
are invited to the Ponte Vedra Inn & Club’s Golf Club Restaurant for an
Oktoberfest Celebration. It’s a themed evening of food, drink, music and
fun. Featured will be an authentic German buffet consisting of Roasted
Pig Bavarian Sauerbraten, Wiener Schnitzel, Potato Pancakes Spaetzle,
Hot Apple Strudel and more. $49.50 per adult, half price for children
(4-10 yrs.) Free for children (3 yrs. and under). Service charge and tax
additional. Cocktails and wine available for purchase. Reservations are
required. Please call 273-7750.
Davis and Karen Johnson
Al Fresco & Fun!
The beachfront Oasis will continue to delight members through
October with a variety of appetizers, salads, sandwiches and
beverages. Some of the menu faves include Seared Tuna,
Crab and Avocado Quesadilla, Cobb Salad, Blackened Mahi
Sandwich, Chipotle Ranch Turkey Wrap and the Classic
Margherita Pizza. Hours are 11:30 a.m.-7 p.m. (Sunday-Thursday)
and 11 a.m.-8 p.m. (Friday, Saturday).
Atlantic Salmon Salad
— Gym News —
New Look for Aerobics Room
Water Slide Hours
for October
There’s an updated look for the Gym’s Aerobics Room. Recent
renovations included a resurfaced floor, new ceiling, painting
of closets, baseboards & walls, state-of-the-art ceiling fans, new
light fixtures, HD stereo system and speakers and new mirrors
& additional decorative bevels.
Monday-Friday:
Closed
Saturday & Sunday:
10 a.m.-5 p.m.
A Yen for Yoga
Yoga is a popular workout that increases flexibility and strength while calming the mind and relaxing the body. The Gym
offers nearly a dozen Yoga classes per week, including Intro to Yoga, Yoga, Yogalates (yoga + Pilates), Back to Basics Yoga,
Yoga Express and Beach Yoga. Ask at the Gym Desk about which class is best suited for your interests.
MELT Method Fitness
Due to the overwhelming popularity of the introductory MELT Method
Fitness classes in September, the Gym is adding it to the schedule in October.
Participants, using specialized equipment such as soft body rollers and small
balls are placed through a series of easy, precise techniques, each designed to
strengthen the core, increase flexibility and improve overall well-being. Each
class is limited to sixteen participants. The 70-minute class, priced at $25 per
person, is featured every Wednesday at noon. Please register at the Gym Front
Desk or call 273-9600.
38th Annual GATE River Run
Planning is already underway for the 2015 GATE River Run scheduled
for Saturday, March 14. Start recruiting your fellow Club members to
join the fun and run with you. This year, we’re introducing a “Name
our Team!” contest. Each GATE Club will select their own Team name
for everyone running the GATE. Submit your most creative Team
name to the Gym Front Desk prior to December 1. The winner will
receive dinner for two at the Club. And look for coming information
on a “Run Club” to assist those in training.
Kids Yoga Workshop
The Gym is conducting another Kids’ Yoga Class
on Wednesday, October 8 at 4 p.m. It’s here that
children (ages 5–12) will learn about stretching,
meditation and simple yoga poses. This 45-minute
class is complimentary. Registration is not necessary.
HOURS & INFORMATION
607 Ponte Vedra Boulevard
Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida 32082
Phone: 904-273-9500
MEMBERSHIP SALES
Monday – Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Phone: 273-7716
ACCOUNTING SERVICES
Monday – Friday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Phone: 273-7765
THE INNLET DINING ROOM
Brilliant Buys
In October, look to the Lodge Lobby Shop for a selection of novelty gifts, candles
and Halloween-themed candy and sweets. Also arriving will be new Lodge &
Club outerwear and sweatshirts - just in time for the coming cooler months.
The Lodge Lobby Shop is open daily from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Breakfast 7 to 10:30 a.m.
Lunch 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Dinner 5:30 to 9 p.m.
Reservations required for parties over eight.
Please make reservations by calling 280-6081.
THE INNLET LOUNGE
Serving Drinks from 11:30 a.m. to 11 p.m.
All-Day Menu Daily 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.
High Tea Hour
Daily 3 to 4 p.m.
Happy Hour
Monday–Saturday 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Live Entertainment
Friday 6-9 p.m.
* Resort Casual attire
THE OASIS
Sunday–Thursday 11:30 a.m.- 7 p.m.
Friday & Saturday 11 a.m.- 8 p.m.
Happy Hour
Monday–Saturday 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Live Entertainment
Sunday 3-6 p.m.
THE GYM
Monday–Friday • 5:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday • 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Phone Number 273-9600
Kidz Club (Nursery)
8 a.m.– 1 p.m. & 3:30–7:30 p.m. (Mon–Fri)
8 a.m.–Noon (Sat & Sun)
GENERAL POOL
Monday–Friday • 5:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday • 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.
WATER SLIDE & SPLASH AREA
Monday-Friday • Closed
Saturday & Sunday • 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
BAREFOOT BISTRO
Monday–Friday • Closed
Saturday & Sunday • 11:30 a.m.- 5p.m.
Body Therapy
Licensed Massage Therapists are on call for
appointments at The Gym. Call to schedule
one of these relaxing and beneficial service.
Personal Training
Certified Personal Trainers are available.
Call for more information.
It’s Kids Play
The Gym Nursery is a favorite among
children and parents alike. The young ones
enjoy games, arts and crafts and videos, all
under the expert supervision of our staff,
while parents can exercise at The Gym or
have lunch at one of The Lodge’s restaurants.
Children ages six months to eight years are
welcome. The hours are 8 a.m.–1 p.m. and
3:30–7:30 p.m. (Mon–Fri) and 8 a.m.–noon
(Sat & Sun).
Spa Service of the Month
To revitalize dull skin, the Spa at the Ponte Vedra Inn & Club is featuring
a Pumpkin Enzyme Facial in October. Each fall, our guests look forward to
this seasonal treatment
which uses a combination of
alpha and beta hydroxy
acids along with pumpkin
enzymes to produce an
effective exfoliation.
The
result is a brighter, smoother
and more even skin tone. 50
minutes – $135 plus service
charge. Call 273-7700 for an
appointment.
One “BOO”tiful Evening
Two “SPIRITED” Parties
Friday, October 24 - 7-10 p.m.
ADULT HALLOWEEN BASH
All adult ghouls and goblins are invited to a Halloween Bash in the Ocean Room.
Expect an evening that includes:
• A variety of “wickedly” delightful food stations
• The Lodge’s signature “witches brew”
• DJ playing “frightful” tunes
• Dancing to the sounds of ‘Thriller’
• Costume contest with prizes awarded
(Best Couples Costume, Most Creative and Scariest)
• Happy Hour prices throughout the evening.
$35 per person
Service charge and tax additional • Call 273-9600 for reservations
KIDS HALLOWEEN SPOOKTACULAR
While parents are enjoying “tricks and treats” upstairs, the young ones (ages 3-10)
will participate in their own Halloween-themed event in the Palm Room.
Featured will be:
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A spooky science show
Halloween bingo
Scary games
Pizza and beverages (a Zombie’s favorite food!)
$15 per child (When parents participate in the Adult Bash)
$25 per child (When parents do no participate in the Adult Bash)
Service charge and tax is additional • Call 273-9600 for reservations.
Farm-to-Glass
Buffet Dinner
The Lodge & Club will pair local/regional farmed food products with local/regional handcrafted
cocktails for a special Farm-to-Glass Buffet Dinner on Saturday, October 11 at the oceanfront Trellis.
Showcased will be four food stations, each featuring local/regional products and four cocktail stations,
each featuring local/regional beverages to complement the dining presentations. The 7 p.m. buffet
dinner will be preceded by a 6:30 p.m. reception. Enjoy the following:
Reception
Station One
Beverage
Autumnal Sangria
Featuring Pear, Apple and
Ginger White wine
Cuisine
Tapas Display featuring Local Grown
Garden Vegetables and Fruits along
with Regional Cheeses and Honey
Beverage
Live Oak Farms Garden Bloody Mary
Tomato, Carrot, Celery Made with Local
St. Augustine Distillers Vodka
Station Two
Station Three
Cuisine
Mayport Shrimp with Stoneground
Grits, Smoked Bacon, and Aged
Flat Creek Cheddar
Beverage
Star Fruit Lemon Collins
Made with Local St. Augustine
Distillers Gin
Cuisine
Whiskey Braised Short Ribs
with Fingerling Potatoes and Suwannee Field Peas
Beverage
Blackberry Whiskey Iced Tea
Made with Palm Ridge Whiskey
Fresh Local Blackberry Simple Syrup, Iced tea
Station Four
Cuisine
Georgia Peach Cobbler with
Vanilla Bean Ice Cream
and Pumpkin Crème Brulee
Beverage
Pumpkin Pie Hot Buttered Rum
$65 per person
Service charge and tax additional
Call 273-9500 for reservations
Executive Staff – The Lodge & Club
Thayer Kern, Club Manager
Jessica Cook, Front Office Manager
Erin Spalding, Director of Membership Sales
Tim Talley, Executive Chef
Courtney Hartert, Membership Relations Manager
Matthew Achorn, Manager of Food & Beverage Outlets
Robin Schaal, Wedding Coordinator
Jason Bohn, Gym and Beach Rentals Manager
Amy Oberbeck, Marketing Coordinator
SUN
MON
TUE
WED
1
October 2014
5
Beach Yoga
9:30 a.m.
6
Value Monday
Dining
Zumba
5 p.m.
Oasis Music
Deron Baker
3-6 p.m.
12
13
7
Pilates
10:30 a.m.
Barre Fitness
7 p.m.
14
Value Monday
Dining
Yoga
7 a.m.
Oasis Music
Ken Peterson
3-6 p.m.
Trivia Night
for Adults
7 p.m.
Member Mixer
6-7 p.m.
20
Sports Circuit
9 a.m.
Value Monday
Dining
21
Oasis Music
3-6 p.m.
Aquacize
6 p.m.
Prime Rib Night
5:30 p.m.
26
27
8
Kid’s Yoga
4 p.m.
Howl at the Moon
5:30-8:30 p.m.
28
Beach Yoga
9:30 a.m.
Step Express
8:45 a.m.
Indoor Cycle
6 a.m.
Oasis Music
Deron Baker
3-6 p.m.
Value Monday
Dining
Barre Fitness
7 p.m.
9
Yogalates
7 a.m.
Party Bridge
Noon
Oktoberfest
(Ponte Vedra
Inn & Club)
Indoor Cycle
6 a.m.
Party Bridge
Noon
2-for-1 Special
The Innlet
5:30–9 p.m.
2-for-1 Special
The Innlet
5:30–9 p.m.
Yoga
7 p.m.
10
Kids Movie Night
6-8 p.m.
Live Music
John Thomas
6–9 p.m.
4
Cycle
7:15 p.m.
Pilates
10:15 a.m.
11
Farm-to-Glass
Dinner
6:30 p.m.
18
Yoga
7 a.m.
Yoga Express
8:15 a.m.
Party Bridge
Noon
Live Music
Reggie Haywood
6–9 p.m.
Pool Deck Movie
7 p.m.
24
Cycle
Noon
Party Bridge
Noon
Happy Hour
4:30-6:30 p.m.
20/20/20
9:15 a.m.
Party Bridge
Noon
25
Adult Halloween
Bash &
Kids Halloween
Spooktacular
7-10 p.m.
31
30
29
Indoor Cycling
6 a.m.
Live Music
Mary Ann Hawkins
The Innlet Lounge
6–9 p.m.
SAT
Indoor Cycle
6 a.m.
23
Melt Method
Noon
2-for-1 Special
The Innlet
5:30–9 p.m.
3
17
16
22
Book Club
10 a.m.
2
2-for-1 Special
The Innlet
5:30–9 p.m.
15
Beach Yoga
9:30 a.m.
19
Melt Method
Noon
FRI
THURS
Happy
Cycle
7:15 p.m.
Pilates
10:15 a.m.
Club Activities
Gym Activities
Halloween
2-for-1 Special
Value Mondays
With Much Appreciation
The Lodge & Club extends a heartfelt ‘Thank You’ to the many partners who contributed to the success of the
25th Anniversary “Silver Scallop” Party. Their participation and cooperation made this truly one of the season’s
premier events. Allow us to acknowledge the following friends of The Lodge & Club: