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December 2006
The Riviera
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Upcoming Events
Christmas Day
Buffet
Monday, December 25
Two Seatings
2:00 P.M.
and
5:30 P.M.
R.S.V.P. 305-661-5331
December
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January
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February
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Junior-Senior Challenge Cup
RWGA Guest Day
Annual Men’s Red & Blue Tournament
Brunch with Santa
RWGA Christmas Luncheon
Men’s Golf Interclub at Westview
Riviera Bridge Christmas Party
Riviera Guest Day
Golf Course Closed
Christmas Dinner
New Year's Eve Gala
Ball & Chain Tournament
Salsa Classes Begin
Family Fun Friday – Magic Show
OAK Club meets
Senior Club Championship Qualifying
RWGA Triple Trophy Tournament
Men’s Member-Guest Sign-Up
Ladies’ Day Luncheon Barbara Klein will
speak on Fashion and Hats
Senior Club Championship Qualifying
Two Amigos Tournament
Riviera Guest Day
Texas Hold ‘Em Poker Tournament
Dine & Dance Friday
RWGA Pink Champagne Tournament
Men’s Golf Interclub at Riviera
Junior Club Championship
A Night at the Old Tropicana Dinner Dance
Valentine’s Day Tournament
Valentine’s Day Dinner Dance
Riviera Guest Day
Men’s Interclub at Fisher Island
Ladies’ Day Luncheon
Men’s Club Championship
Qualifying Tournament
RWGA Twin Trophy Tournament starts
Family Fun Friday – Carnival
Dates and Events are Subject to Change!
Fellow Members:
The Entertainment Committee is planning fantastic events that will appeal
to all the members of the Club.
1155 Blue Road
Coral Gables, FL 33146
Important Club Phone Numbers
Main
Fax
Golf
Tennis
Fitness Center
661-5331
669-9029
661-GOLF
661-5334
665-8979
Club Extensions
Mark Daley, Executive Chef . . . . . . . .233
Jean Pierre Decrequy,
Food and Beverage Director . . . . . . . .244
Jim Heacock, Director of Tennis . . . . .352
Frances La Pointe, Asst Controller . . .247
Mary C. Marion, Executive Secretary/
Office Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .223
Mirelio Marzo, Building Supt. . . . . . .270
Clinton Maybery, Banquets . . . . . . . . .230
Lee Naccarato, Athletic Director . . . .243
Chris Napieralski, Director of Golf . . .252
Karina Pastora, Member Billing . . . . .257
Danny Pella, Controller . . . . . . . . . . .250
Sylvia Quinn, Catering Director . . . . .260
Elisa Swaebe, Membership/
Social Director . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .245
Eric von Hofen, Dir of Agronomy . . . .341
Visit Our Website
www.rivieracc.com
for information on special events, exercise
classes, children’s programs, Golf, Tennis,
Bridge, Sponsorship Information, and more.
Riviera has been judged a five-star
Platinum Club since 1999.
Ring in the New Year as we celebrate the Diamond anniversary of Riviera
Country Club. This year’s event will surely dazzle as we convert the Club
into a white and silver lounge and dance club. The party kicks off with a
fabulous cocktail hour including a martini luge and Chef Mark’s delicious
and creative hors d’oeuvres. Then, we’ll migrate to the Ballroom for a
luscious dinner and dancing. The band will play continuously through the
evening and even after we “drop the ball” to keep the festivities going.
After party? You bet! The Salon will serve as a late night lounge serving
up specialty drinks, coffee and delicious sweets. This year the price is
only $145.00 per person, the best deal in town, so make your
reservations early!
On February 9th “A NIGHT AT THE OLD TROPICANA” returns to
Riviera. If you have never experienced old Havana’s famous night club,
you can visit it for the first time. For just $75.00 per person, you’ll dine on
traditional Cuban “comida”, move to live salsa music, and be wowed by
dancers decked out in Tropicana garb. To be sure to look your best on the
dance floor, Riviera will offer a series of salsa dance classes in January
ending right before the party to get you ready to salsa the night away.
Come and enjoy the flavor of Old Havana.
But, there’s more fun in store. March 16th Riviera will introduce it’s first
ever CASINO AND MARTINI NIGHT. Step through the front doors of
the club and enter Coral Gables’ own casino. From 7-8 PM, sip on sultry,
signature martinis, nibble on the finest hors d’oeuvres and relax to live
music from the University of Miami Jazz band. When the doors to the
Casino open at 8 PM, bountiful dinner and dessert buffets and flowing
bars will keep you going as you play blackjack, roulette and craps
throughout the evening. The three top winners will win great prizes
including elegant dinners and tickets to Riviera events. Dinner, casino and
drinks are all included for $85.00 per person.
In the spring we will have our first ever CROQUET TOURNAMENT.
We will set up 10 croquet courts which will accommodate 80 players at a
time for games of 20-25 minutes in length. No experience is needed,
anyone can play and it’s fun. There will be instructors available to help
you. While you are waiting your turn at croquet, you can wander about in
your white attire sipping on cocktails and munching on outstanding hors
d’oeuvres. This event will take place in the late afternoon during daylight
savings time.
Sounds like fun? We hope so. Come solo and sit at a club table, bring
friends, or put together a table for these and other fine evenings of
entertainment and dining at your Riviera Country Club.
Your Entertainment Committee: Mary and Steve Lynch, Committee
Chairs, Ann and Neil Chrystal, Blanchie and Al Cueto, Meg and John
Daly, Jessica and Julio de Arcos, Vicky and Bert Hucks, Anne and John
Knowles, Samantha and John Murphy, Lola and Allen Pegg, Loli and Tom
Rainey, and Michael Wilson.
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Fabulous Fridays
Salsa Classes
with Arthur Murray
in the Living Room upstairs
6:00-8:00 P.M.
Complimentary hors d’oeuvres
Our best wishes for a speedy recovery
for Olga Diaz who recently underwent
cardiac bypass surgery.
Meet
Meet in
in the
the Ballroom
Ballroom on
on Wednesdays
Wednesdays
from
from 7:00
7:00 to
to 9:00
9:00 P.M.
P.M.
Brunch with Santa!
Sunday, December 10, 2006
Seatings:
11:00 A.M. and 2:30 P.M.
Visit with Santa Claus in the Pavilion
11:30 A.M.-3:00 P.M.
Bring your little elves to our
wonderful Brunch with Santa!
R.S.V.P. 305-661-5331
January
January 10
10
January
January 17
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January
January 24
24
January
January 31
31
February
February 77
Get ready for
"A Night at the Old Tropicana"
Dinner Dance. Practice your favorite
moves or learn new ones.
January reminders
Ladies’ Day Luncheon
Thursday, January 18, 2006
Ms. Barbara Klein will lecture on Fashion and Hats,
focusing on style through the years
For more information, call
Elisa Swaebe, Membership & Social Director,
305 661-5331 ext. 245.
The OAK Club meets on
Friday, January 12, 2007
Hors d'oeuvres
6:00-8:00 P.M.
on the Terrace
R.S.V.P. 305 661-5331
February reminders
A Night at the Old Tropicana
Friday, February 9, 2007
Cocktails at 8:00 P.M.
Dancing & Dinner at 9:00 P.M.
Show at 10:00 P.M.
Texas Hold 'Em Poker Tournament
Thursday, January 25, 2007
Limited to 33 Players
New York Deli Style Buffet
First, Second, and Third Prizes will be awarded
R.S.V.P. 305 661-5331
Valentine's Day Dinner and Dancing
Wednesday, February 14, 2007
Dinner reservations – 6:30-9:00 P.M.
Dancing to Swing City
Dine & Dance
Did You Know?
Friday, January 26
Friday, March 30
Friday, May 18
Your favorite trio, Swing City,
performs your favorite dance classics.
Choose from a special selection of
entrees expertly prepared by
Executive Chef Mark Daley.
6:30-10:30 P.M.
Salon & Candlelight Terrace Room
Dinner served til 9:00 P.M. / Dancing til 10:30 P.M.
December 2006
The Senior Membership category is a volunteer election for
Members who are at least seventy (70) years of age and have
been Members for at least twenty-five (25) years. Further, the
total of these two figures must equal at least one hundred (100).
If you meet these qualifications, you can request a form from the
membership office, and then be placed on the Senior waitlist. At
the time you are elected a Senior Member, your annual dues will
remain the same from the following fiscal forward. Senior
Members do not vote. Please call Elisa Swaebe, Membership
Director, with any questions – 305 661-5331 ext. 245.
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Halloween at Riviera
FAMILY FUN FRIDAY
Welcome to the World
January 12th
5:30-7:30 P.M.
Magic Night with the Magnificent Mio
Congratulations to Annette and Carlos
Aspillaga on the birth of their son
Gus who was born on July 19, 2006 in
Stamford, Connecticut. He weighed 6
pounds 13.5 ounces. Gus has an older
brother Charlie and his proud grandparents
are Annie and Eddie Sardina.
In Memory
Mrs. P.J. (Bunty)
Cesarano
Leonard F. Hinds
We extend our condolences
to their family and friends.
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Membership Corner
Don't forget to let us know about
any new additions to the family,
phone numbers addresses and new e-mails.
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Bridge
Highlights by Cheryl Livesay
October
Master Point Winners
´ ™
Duplicate Bridge Club
Mondays
1:00 P.M. Candlelight Terrace Room
Thursdays
1:00 P.M. Poolside Café
Directors:
Lynda Shourds and Georgette King
Coffee, Tea, and Cookies will be served
$6.00 Per Person
Joan Bradford
Edwin Brownell
Pat Cox
Yvonne Culbertson
Joellyn Drechsel
Esther Ehlert
Maida Farrar
Allison Freeland
Susan Fuhrman
Liz Gallagher
Bea Garner
Daisy Lou Gaskill
Susan George
Sally Hartenstein
Edna Hernandez
John Hicks
Mary Huston
Sally Imber
Jean Jenkins
Pat Keon
Gwen Lazenby
Cheryl Livesay
Beth Lotspeich
Marianne Montoro
Natalia Mora
Loli Rainey
Shirley Rogers
Cristy Rosado
Martin Spalding
Vann Thomson
Reggie Weissler
Sarah Woods
ACBL Charity Game Winners
October 2nd
North/South
Joan Bradford and Bea Garner
Pat Cox and Susie Christie
Edwin Brownell and Yvonne Culbertson
Liz Gallagher and Susan George
East/West
Alina Lasa and Gloria Mendia
Esther Ehlert and Daisy Lou Gaskill
Allison Freeland and Sally Hartenstein
Marianne Montoro and Jane Barry
Mary Huston and Beth Lotspeich
October 5th
Allison Freeland and Sarah Woods
Edna Hernandez and Sylvia Mendez Capote
Liz Gallagher and Susan George
October 9th
North/South
Natalia Mora and Cecilia D' Costa
Bea Garner and Joan Bradford
Shirley Rogers and Edna Hernandez
East/West
Loli Rainey and Alina Lasa
Janis Ward and Pat Cox
Beth Lotspeich and Mary Huston
October 12th
Susan George and Liz Gallagher
Bea Garner and Joan Bradford
Vann Thomson and Cheryl Livesay
December 2006
October 16th
North/South
Yvonne Culbertson and Jayne Posner
Natalia Mora and Cecila D' Costa
Edna Hernandez and Shirley Rogers
Pat Cox and Susie Christie
Joellyn Drechsel and Sally Hartenstein
Maida Farrar and Cheryl Livesay
East/West
Alina Lasa and Gloria Mendia
Edwin Brownell and Norma Abbott
Loli Rainey and Lynda Shourds
Jean Jenkins and Pat Sullivan
Liz Gallagher And Susan George
October 19th
Cheryl Livesay and Maida Farrar
Reggie Weissler and Pat Cox
Bea Garner and Joan Bradford
October 23rd
North/South
Natalia Mora and Cecilia D' Costa
Joan Bradford and Bea Garner
Edwin Brownell and Yvonne Culbertson
Joellyn Drechsel and Sally Hartenstein
Edna Hernandez and Shirley Rogers
East/West
Loli Rainey and Alina Lasa
Pat Cox and Susie Christie
John Hicks and Shirley Joseph
Allison Freeland and Cristy Rosado
Sally Imber and Pat Keon
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October 26th
Susan Fuhrman and John Hicks
Pat Cox And Reggie Weissler
Joan Bradford And Bea Garner
October 31th
North/South
Edwin Brownell And Yvonne Culbertson
Esther Ehlert And Daisy Lou Gaskill
Edna Hernandez And Shirley Rogers
Gwen Lazenby And Susan Fuhrman
Joan Bradford And Bea Garner
East/West
Loli Rainey And Adela Batista
Mary Huston And Beth Lotspeich
Jean Jenkins And Pat Sullivan
Pat Cox And Susie Christie
Natalia Mora And Martin Spalding
Marianne Montoro And Jane Barry
Duplicate Bridge
Twice Weekly
Masterpoints add up much faster
when you play two times a week.
Join us Mondays and Thursdays
in the Candlelight Terrace Room.
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Flo Burnett Memorial
Bridge Tournament Winners
Swimming Pool Hours
Daily
10:00 A.M.-6:00 P.M.
Congratulations to Edwin Brownell and Yvonne
Culbertson, this year’s winners in the Flo Burnett
Memorial Bridge Tournament played on November 6th.
Thanks to our generous members, we raised $500 to be
donated to The American Heart Association in honor of
our good friend and teacher, Flo Burnett.
Poolside Café & Pool Terrace Bar
Your Bridge Committee
Saturday
Poolside Café – 11:00 A.M.-6:00 P.M.
Poolside Terrace Bar – 4:00-8:00 P.M.
Riviera Bridge
Christmas Party
Hours
Friday
Poolside Café – 3:00-6:00 P.M.
Poolside Terrace Bar – 5:00-8:00 P.M.
Sundays and Holidays
Poolside Café – 11:00 A.M.-6:00 P.M.
Poolside Terrace Bar – NO SERVICE
Wednesday, December 13th
11:30 A.M.
Complimentary Wine and Bloody Marys
12:00 P.M. Luncheon
1:00 P.M. Bridge Play
Door Prizes and Favors
Social Bridge Foursomes and
Duplicate Pairs Welcome
$30.00 Per Person
R.S.V.P. with Club Receptionist
Bridge Classes for
January 2007
Introduction to Duplicate Bridge
Instructor: Michael Yau
Ten-Week Course
Begins January 9th
Tuesday Afternoons 1:30-4:00 P.M.
Cost $125.00
R.S.V.P. to Club Receptionist
Swimming Pool Holiday Hours
Christmas Eve – 10:00 A.M-4:00 P.M.
Christmas Day – Closed
New Year’s Eve – 10:00 A.M.-6:00 P.M.
New Year’s Day – 10:00 A.M.-6:00 P.M.
Holiday Poolside Café Hours
Christmas Eve – Closed
Christmas Day – Closed
December 26-29 – 11:00 A.M.-6:00 P.M.
New Year’s Eve – 10:00 A.M.-6:00 P.M.
January 1-5 – 11:00 A.M.-6:00 P.M.
TWO AMIGOS
GOLF TOURNAMENT
Saturday, January 20, 2007
Join us for a fun, one day, 18-hole,
blind draw golf event
Advanced Bridge
Instructor: Peter Kichline
Ten-Week Course
Begins January 10th
Wednesday Afternoons 1:00-3:30 P.M.
Cost $125.00
R.S.V.P. to Club Receptionist
Shotgun start
12:30 P.M.
Cocktails and hors d'oeuvres
5:00-7:00 P.M.
Sign up in the Golf Pro Shop.
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Cristina’s Corner
By Lee Ann Palomo
By Cristina Aguirre
The holidays are fast approaching and we have a full
schedule. There are several dates to mark on your
calendars, so you don’t miss a thing:
• December 5th RWGA Guest Day
There will be a lovely lunch following golf. Be sure to
invite your friends to play.
• December 12 Join us for a Four-person Shamble
This will be a new format. Then begin your holiday
celebrations at the Holiday Luncheon
• Also note there will be no RWGA play on December
26. Be sure to set up your own tee times, because you
will need to practice for the Triple Tournament coming
up in January.
• January 16, 18 and 19 will be our Triple
Tournament
We have had some fun this fall with events like the Two
Person Scramble, won by Lina Gamble and Tamara Eggen.
our even holes only had four winners: Lee Ann Palomo in
0-23, Liz Wilson and Joyce Stevens in 24-28, and Tamara
Eggen in 29-up.
But who could forget our winners of the Orange and Black
Halloween Tournament? If we had voted for the best
costume, it surely would have been the four witches (see
photo below). The first place golfers, however, were Tamara
Eggen, Patti Otero, Denise Campbell, and Liz Gallagher.
Please enjoy some of the photos from the course and from
our Fall Luncheon (below). Stay tuned to learn who will win
our Fall Tournament.
Only a few more weeks until the holidays
arrive, and that means less time for
shopping! No need to fret, because your
Riviera Pro Shop has everything you need
to fill stockings and put under trees. With last-minute items
and merchandise coming in, you will surely find what you are
looking for here at the Riviera.
Women’s
1. Lilly Pulitzer adds more to her resort collection with a
beautiful embellished tunic and a fun peasant skirt.
2. Lilly P. for kids also comes in with some holiday outfits
and great swimwear.
3. Last but not least, EP Pro returns with a classic collection
in grey and pink and a splash of plaid.
Men’s
1. Gregg Norman makes its return to our store with a
collection of shirts, pants, shorts, vests, and the newest
performance fabrics.
2. Adidas has a holiday collection in long sleeve polos, as
well as mocks in very festive colors.
3. Bobby Jones’s first spring collection will astound you
with its very “un-like” Bobby Jones colors.
As always, please feel free to stop by the store and say hello.
Stay safe and Happy Holidays from all of us at the Pro Shop!
2006 Riviera Golf Guest Days
Schedule:
December 14, 2006 / January 25, 2007 / February 15
• Golf Member may bring up to three guests
• Two-day advance tee times
• The six months of May through October –
guests play for cart fee only
• The six months of November through April –
guests play for cart fee plus reduced $55 guest fee.
Andrea Rice, Charlotte Dill,
Joyce Long, and Claudette Flitman
Maria Urbina, Johanne Harries,
and Maria Carbonell
Models from
Fashion Show
Congratulations!
Hole-In-One
Aris Angelo • Hole #9 • Friday, November 3, 2006
2006 Riviera Classic
Overall Riviera Classic Winners
Dr. Thomas Baker & Philip Sharkey
ST. ANDREWS
1st George Kakouris & Geordie Earle
2nd William Henderson & Robert Battle
TROON
1st Michael Battle & Brent Nagel
2nd Timothy Hartnett & Dr. John Duncan
MURFIELD
Los Gorditos – (front) Ramon Oyarzun, Federico Moreno
(back) Humberto Gonzalez, Fernando Arguelles, Jorge Arguelles,
Jorge Gomez, Al Cueto, Orlando Soto
1st Nick Waddell & Joe Scott
2nd Lincoln Rodon & Mario Del Valle
CARNOUSTIE
1st John Tighe & Walter Brewer
2nd Tommy Williamson & Pat Houk
PRESTWICK
1st Fernando Arguelles & Jorge Arguelles
2nd Agustin Arellano & Joe Arriola
TURNBERRY
Flight Runners-Up
1st Ramon Oyarzun & Jorge Gomez
2nd Gary Burman & Doug Gallagher
ST. GEORGES
1st Thomas Gerspacher & Richard Donovan
2nd Al Cueto & Jose Sanchez
GLENEAGLES
1st Gary Gregory & Barry MacEwan
2nd Peter Bermont & Thomas Rozek
SUNNINGDALE
1st John Scurtis & Dr. C. Papasakelariou
2nd Gene Martinez & Orosman Rodriguez
Cadillac Cup Winners, Pat Houk and Tom Williamson
KILLARNEY
1st Orlando Soto & Federico Moreno
2nd Rodolfo Milani & James Schulte
WENTWORTH
1st Robert Callahan & Joseph Diehl
2nd Tony Jimenez & Roberto Espin Jr.
BERKSHIRE
1st Dr. Thomas Baker & Philip Sharkey
2nd Roger Trombino & Louis Risi
Overall winners, Dr. Tom Baker and Phil Sharkey
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Gene Martinez and Orosman Rodriguez
Riviera Classic Committee Chairman Mario Trueba and Art Murphy
Dan Carlo and John Crotty
Zeke Guilford and Rocky Young
Phillipe Touret and Jaime Figarola
Leigh Livesay, Dick Anderson, Guido Adler, Herman Klemick
December 2006
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Parent-Child GolfTournament
Saturday, October 14, 2006
3 holes
1st
2nd
2nd
2nd
Samantha Earle + Dad Will
Jeremy Rabin + Dad Kip
Bryan Battle + Dad Bob
Lucas McCormick + Grandpa Art
9 holes
1st
David Downey + Dad Jack
2nd
Patrick McGrath + Dad Pat
3rd
Michael Baiter + Dad James
4th
Dylan Poliakoff + Mom Jackie
4th
Carlos Bernace + Dad Carlos
*won playoff
13
14
14
14
42
43
47
48*
48
Bryan Battle
Daniella, Regina, Felix, and Felix Furetes
Lisa, Jeremy, Justin, and Kip Rabin
Beth and Witt Johnson
Carlos and Charlie Grande
Alex, Bob, and Bobby Martinez
Francisco Carrera-Justiz Sr. & Jr.
Lauren and Charles Umberger
Bill & Bailey Parker
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Holiday Tee Times
Agronomy Minute
We offer tee times two days in advance for the following days:
• Tuesday, December 26th
• Monday, January 1st (New Year’s Day)
By Eric J. von Hofen, Director of Agronomy
Welcome back to those Members who were out of
town for the summer. I hope many of you have had the
opportunity to play and enjoy the course since your return.
We have finished our heavy summer maintenance
program on the course and we are now seeing the great
results it has produced. The greens have started to perform
with speeds of 10 on the Stimpmeter, while still looking
healthy and green. For the Riviera Classic MemberMember Tournament, the speeds reached 11 and rolled
very consistently. In order to keep the speeds at 10, we
will be lightly topdressing the greens every two weeks,
throughout the season. This will be done on Mondays and
will not produce any play disruptions.
We have installed a test piece of a new product we are
considering for the driving range mats. This test material is
a third-generation product. It has a very different makeup,
as compared to the current material on the tee. It does not
require the sand topdressing and rubber material that had
to be brushed in weekly. It allows you to hit through the
ball without being worried about hitting the hard sand
below. The 4 x 5 test area is located at the far left side of
the existing range tee mat. Please find this area and hit a
few balls. If we have a great response to this new product,
we will replace the old material with it. The strips would
be gone and this would go on the entire existing tee
surface.
I would like to introduce the newest member of the
golf course maintenance operations team. His name is P.J.
Salter, who will be an assistant golf course superintendent
and help me with the daily operations of the course
maintenance. P.J. is from Novi, Michigan, and graduated
from Michigan State University with a degree in Golf
Course Management. His most recent positions were at
The Golf Club of the Everglades in Naples, and he
interned at the historic Orchard Lake Country Club in
Detroit, Michigan. Please give him a warm welcome and
say hello to him if you see him on the course.
In closing, I would like to thank everyone who
attended the Turfgrass Management Symposium. I hope it
was very helpful and you learned something about where
you play everyday.
Let’s have a great season.
The golf course will be closed on Christmas Day
The Golf Pro Shop closes early (4:00 P.M.) on Christmas Eve.
Holiday starting times begin at 7:30 A.M. Please remember,
guest restrictions apply to both weekends and holidays.
Christmas Eve Pro Shop Hours: 7:00 A.M.-4:00 P.M.
Christmas Eve Bag Room Hours: 7:00 A.M.-6:00 P.M.
District Junior Golf
GIRLS
District Golf Tournament Results
Played at The Biltmore Golf Course
1st Place Team – Carrollton School of the Sacred Heart /
score 350
Elisa Murai 81 / Alexander Perez 89 / Carolina DeArmas 89 /
Jennifer Villa 91 / Marie McGrath 96
Regional Golf Tournament Results
Played at Shula’s Golf Club
4th Place Team – Carrolton School of the Sacred Heart / score
331
Elisa Murai 77 / Alexander Perez 78 / Carolina DeArmas 85 /
Marie McGrath 91 / Jennifer Villa 95
Individual:
BOYS
District Golf Tournament Results
Played at The Biltmore Golf Course
1st Place Team – Gulliver Prep / score 303
Joey Kabac 70 / Andy Pomariega 76 / James Field 78 / Jerome
Rappel 79 / Danny Kaskel 83
Individual:
Westminister Christian / Taylor Chaffin 74
Palmer Trinity / Chris Ingham 81
Regional Golf Tournament Results
Played at Shula’s Golf Club
2nd Place Team - Gulliver Prep / score 313
Gulliver Prep – James Field 78 and Danny Kaskel 82
The Carrollton Cyclones win
the District Championship
The Carrollton Cyclones again won the District Championship,
finished fourth at Regionals and barely missed going to the
State Tournament. Riviera members Caroline Herald, Marie
McGrath, Elisa Murai, Lydia Pulver and Jennifer Villa make up
almost the entire Carrollton team. Elisa Murai won the
individual District title for a second time and finished third at
Regionals with a score of 77.
December 2006
4th place Elisa Murai 77
23rd place Marie McGrath 91
26th place Jennifer Villa 95
Individual:
Westminister Christian / Taylor Chaffin 80
Palmer Trinity / Chris Ingham 80
State Golf Tournament Results
10th Place Team - Gulliver Prep
James Field 83+75 (34th place) and
Danny Kaskel 92+80 (75th place)
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TENNIS NEWS
RWTA Christmas Round Robin & Luncheon
Friday, December 1st
This fun and spirited event is hosted this year by
Pupi Perez-Abreu, and promises to be colorful
and full of holiday charm. All RWTA members
please join us, wear holiday colors, and kick off
the season with this fun event, starting at 9:30
A.M. for tennis, followed by refreshments and
lunch.
Men’s Holiday Tennis & Beer Tasting
Saturday December 9th
Join us for this annual holiday event, featuring
tennis, beer tasting, and lunch. Various beers
from around the world will be featured to
accompany a great lunch, which follows men’s
doubles starting at 9:00 A.M. See you on court.
Junior Tennis
Some of our aspiring junior tennis players have
recently been competing in USTA Junior
Tournaments. Blaise Waters and Harry Tafur
have been experiencing this higher level of
competitive tennis. Margaret Cookson is
competing in our local Dowling League. Good
luck to all of our budding tennis stars, and keep
up the hard work.
Men’s Tennis
Please contact the Tennis Pro Shop at 305 6615334, if you are interested in joining an early
morning High Performance Tennis Clinic.
August Swarat “Makes the
Turn” to South Carolina
After six years of dedication to golf instruction at Riviera
Country Club, August Swarat has announced that he and his
family have decided to relocate to coastal South Carolina,
during the winter season. He will be teaching at Reserve Golf
Club in Pawley’s Island, South Carolina.
Everyone who knows August will receive this
announcement with a mixture of sadness and gratitude. August
is a true gentleman. As a professional, his leadership,
commitment, and skills were appreciated by every Member
who was fortunate enough to have the opportunity to benefit
from his instruction.
In his letter, August thanked the staff. “I can assure the
Members that this staff works extremely hard to make their day
more enjoyable. I will miss the staff very much, especially
Chris Napieralski and his Golf Shop staff.”
He also expressed appreciation to our Members. “To the
membership of Riviera, I thank you for all your support. It truly
was a pleasure going to work each and every day. I thank you
all for allowing me to do what I loved to do at Riviera. I will
miss you all so much.”
August made significant contributions to golf instruction at
Riviera, and had an extremely positive impact on those who
learned from him. Our golfers have spoken in glowing terms
about their improvement under his tutelage. His involvement at
Riviera, however, transcended his teaching ability. August is the
embodiment of everything that is great about the game of golf
and he demonstrated that by his manner, respect for the game,
and professionalism each and every day.
He will be missed. We certainly hope that he will visit
often and we wish him well in South Carolina.
After School Tennis
Junior Clinic
Golf & Tennis
Holiday Junior Clinic
Pee Wee
Monday-Thursday
3:15-3:45 P.M.
December 26-29th
and
January 2-5th
Junior
Monday-Friday
4:00-5:00 P.M.
10:00 A.M.-12:00 P.M.
or
1:00-3:00 P.M.
Advanced
Monday-Friday
5:00-6:30 P.M.
(Minimum of four Juniors per session)
Call Cris for Reservations: 305 661-5334
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Call the Tennis Pro Shop
to make your reservations – 305 661-5334
www.rivieracc.com
RivIera Gazette
The Importance of Stretching
By Lee Naccarato, M.S. Athletic Director
For most folks, stretching is an afterthought. Or, for many people, it is the final segment at the end of a workout that gets dropped
when you are in a hurry. But stretching is not just important for elite athletes or marathon runners. It is a valuable part of nearly
every workout routine.
Stretching helps reduce the risk of injury, while increasing your body’s flexibility. This allows for a greater range of motion in your
joints. It can also increase your coordination and ability to handle everyday tasks (like carrying groceries or chasing your kids on the
playground). Moreover, for many people, stretching helps relieve stress. In some cases, it can lessen the amount of muscle soreness
you may experience after a vigorous workout.
There are two main types of stretching: ballistic and static. Ballistic stretches use momentum – like bouncing to try and force to
stretch. Static stretches, on the other hand, are traditional “stretch and hold” positions. While ballistic stretching has its place, most
experts agree that ballistic stretches are more likely to lead to injury (because they are more difficult to control). Thus, static
stretches are the best recommendation for most exercisers.
When is the best time to stretch? Stretching when your muscles are warm and more pliable is recommended. If you want to stretch
at the beginning of your workout, it is a good idea to warm up with cardio for 4-8 minutes prior to stretching. Stretching cold
muscles can lead to injury, such as strained or torn muscles. Alternatively, you can stretch after you have completed your workout
when your muscles are most warm.
Yoga is another alternative to a full-body stretching workout, since many of the poses help stretch the muscles while increasing
flexibility. If you are interested in learning new stretches, please ask our Fitness Instructors and/or Personal Trainers to demonstrate
and teach you an overall body stretch routine.
Riviera Fitness Schedule
(Please see the website for possible changes to the December fitness schedule.)
TIME
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
6:15 A.M.
Indoor Cycling
w/ Arturo
BodyPump
w/ Stacy
Indoor Cycling
w/ Judy
BodyPump
w/ Stacy
Indoor Cycling
w/ Arturo
Indoor Cycling
w/ Judy
** NEW CLASS
7:15 A.M.
8:00 A.M.
Rock Solid
w/ Terra
Rock Solid
w/ Mary
Hydracuatica
w/ Ana
8:15 A.M.
9:00 A.M.
Saturday
Circuit Training
w/ Bonnie
Cycle & Sculpt
w/ Cynthia
(9:15-10:30 A.M.)
Rock Solid
w/ Terra
Circuit Training
w/ Bonnie
Cycle & Sculpt
w/ Cynthia
(9:15-10:30 A.M.)
Step, Sculpt, Stretch
w/ Mona
10:00 A.M.
4:00 P.M.
4:15 P.M.
Sit & Get Fit
w/ Mona
5:00 P.M.
Yoga
w/ Paul R.
6:15 P.M.
Mat Pilates
w/ Louis
Yoga
w/ Adrienne
Hydracuatica
w/ Ana
Sit & Get Fit
w/ Mona
Yoga
w/ Paul
Yoga
w/ Paul
Yoga
w/ Paul R.
(6:00 P.M.)
Mat Pilates
w/ Louis
Yoga w/ Terri
**NEW TIME
(9:30 A.M.)
3
17
New Year’s Eve Gala
31
4
25
Duplicate Bridge, 1:00 P.M.
18
Duplicate Bridge, 1:00 P.M.
11
Duplicate Bridge, 1:00 P.M.
Monday
Sundowners on the Terrace,
5:30-9:30 P.M.
Christmas Dinner
24
Sundowners on the Terrace,
5:30-9:30 P.M.
Brunch with Santa
10
Sundowners on the Terrace,
5:30-9:30 P.M.
Junior-Senior
Challenge Cup
Sunday
5
12
26
19
RWGA Christmas Luncheon
Men’s Golf Interclub at
Westview
RWGA Guest Day
Tuesday
27
20
• Golf, call 661-GOLF
• Tennis, call 661-5334
• Dinner Reservations,
call 661-5331
Riviera Bridge
Christmas Party
6
13
Annual Men’s
Red & Blue Tournament
Wednesday
DECEMBER 2006
7
Grille Room Hours of
Operation:
Breakfast:
Daily
7:00-11:00 A.M.
Lunch:
Daily
11:00 A.M.-3:00 P.M.
1
Sunday Dinner:
Sundowners on the
Terrace
5:30-9:30P.M.
9
Swimming Pool:
Daily
10:00 A.M.-6:00 P.M.
Poolside Terrace Bar:
Friday
5:00-8:00 P.M.
Saturday
4:00-8:00 P.M.
30
Men’s Tennis Doubles,
9:00 A.M.
23
Men’s Tennis Doubles,
9:00 A.M.
16
Men’s Tennis Doubles,
9:00 A.M.
Men’s Tennis Doubles,
9:00 A.M.
2
Saturday
Junior-Senior
Challenge Cup
Poolside Cafe:
Friday
3:00-6:00 P.M.
Saturday
11:00 A.M.-6:00 P.M.
Sundays & Holidays
11:00 A.M.-6:00 P.M.
29
Fabulous Friday,
Hunt Lounge upstairs,
6:00-8:00 P.M.
Music in the Grille Room,
6:30-9:30 P.M.
22
Fabulous Friday,
Hunt Lounge upstairs,
6:00-8:00 P.M.
Music in the Grille Room,
6:30-9:30 P.M.
15
Fabulous Friday,
Hunt Lounge upstairs,
6:00-8:00 P.M.
Music in the Grille Room,
6:30-9:30 P.M.
8
Fabulous Friday,
Hunt Lounge upstairs,
6:00-8:00 P.M.
Music in the Grille Room,
6:30-9:30 P.M.
Friday
Dinner:
Wednesday-Saturday
5:30-9:30 P.M.
Duplicate Bridge, 1:00 P.M.
28
Duplicate Bridge, 1:00 P.M.
21
Duplicate Bridge, 1:00 P.M.
Riviera Guest Day
14
Duplicate Bridge, 1:00 P.M.
Thursday
7
15
8
1
29
Duplicate Bridge, 1:00 P.M.
22
Duplicate Bridge, 1:00 P.M.
Monday
Sundowners on the Terrace,
5:30-9:30 P.M.
Duplicate Bridge, 1:00 P.M.
RWGA Pink Champagne
Tournament
28
Sundowners on the Terrace,
5:30-9:30 P.M.
Senior Club
Championship Qualifying
21
Sundowners on the Terrace,
5:30-9:30 P.M.
Senior Club Championship
Qualifying
14
Sundowners on the Terrace,
5:30-9:30 P.M.
Ball & Chain
Sunday
RWGA Triple Trophy
Tournament
16
9
2
30
23
Tuesday
17
• Golf, call 661-GOLF
• Tennis, call 661-5334
• Dinner Reservations,
call 661-5331
Men’s Interclub at Riviera
31
24
Men’s Member-Guest
Sign-Up
3
10
Wednesday
J A N U A RY 2 0 0 7
4
25
Grille Room Hours of
Operation:
Breakfast:
Daily
7:00-11:00 A.M.
Lunch:
Daily
11:00 A.M.-3:00 P.M.
5
Sunday Dinner:
Sundowners on the
Terrace
5:30-9:30P.M.
Swimming Pool:
Daily
10:00 A.M.-6:00 P.M.
Poolside Terrace Bar:
Friday
5:00-8:00 P.M.
Saturday
4:00-8:00 P.M.
Men’s Tennis
Doubles, 9:00 A.M.
27
Two Amigos Tournament
Senior Club Championship
Qualifying
20
Men’s Tennis Doubles,
9:00 A.M.
13
Senior Club Championship
Qualifying
6
Saturday
Men’s Tennis Doubles,
9:00 A.M.
Poolside Cafe:
Friday
3:00-6:00 P.M.
Saturday
11:00 A.M.-6:00 P.M.
Sundays & Holidays
11:00 A.M.-6:00 P.M.
Fabulous Friday,
Hunt Lounge upstairs,
6:00-8:00 P.M.
Music in the Grille Room,
6:30-9:30 P.M.
26
RWGA Triple Trophy
Tournament
Senior Club Championship
Qualifying
Dine and Dance Friday
Fabulous Friday,
Hunt Lounge upstairs,
6:00-8:00 P.M.
Music in the Grille Room,
6:30-9:30 P.M.
19
12
Senior Club
Championship Qualifying
OAK Club Meets
Family Fun Friday
Fabulous Friday,
Hunt Lounge upstairs,
6:00-8:00 P.M.
Music in the Grille Room,
6:30-9:30 P.M.
Fabulous Friday,
Hunt Lounge upstairs,
6:00-8:00 P.M.
Music in the Grille Room,
6:30-9:30 P.M.
Friday
Dinner:
Wednesday-Saturday
5:30-9:30 P.M.
Duplicate Bridge, 1:00 P.M.
Texas Hold ‘Em Poker
Tournament
Riviera Guest Day
RWGA Triple Trophy
Tournament
Ladies’ Day Luncheon
Barbara Klein will speak on
Fashion and Hats
Duplicate Bridge, 1:00 P.M.
18
Duplicate Bridge, 1:00 P.M.
11
Duplicate Bridge, 1:00 P.M.
Thursday
New Year’s Eve Gala
Riviera’s 60th Diamond Anniversary Celebration
Sunday, December 31, 2006
Cocktails at 8:00 P.M.
Dinner & Dancing at 9:00 P.M.
Ring in the New Year at the Riviera,
as we celebrate the Diamond Anniversary
of the Riviera Country Club. This year's event
is sure to dazzle as we convert the Club into a
white and silver lounge and dance club. We will have a
martini luge and open bar, with Chef Mark's delicious and
creative hors d'oeuvres. The band will play continuously and
even after we drop the ball, we will keep the festivities
going with an After Party, South Beach style in the
Salon, with coffees, cordials, chocolates, and pastries.
$145.00 per person (cocktails included)
Black Tie
R.S.V.P. 305-661-5331
The Riviera Country Club
1155 Blue Road
Coral Gables, Florida 33146
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