The Chatterbox - Pinehaven Country Club

Pi nehaven Country Club
The Chatterbox
AUGUST 2015
Useful Information:
 Happy Hour at Pinehaven is
5-8pm Tuesday Thru Friday
with half price drink specials
on beer and house wine
 The Swimming Pool is open
daily until 7pm thru Labor
Day. Opening at 11am on
weekends and noon on
weekdays
 Our members are our best
recruiters, tell your friends
about Pinehaven! Make sure
to point out that we have:
No Initiation Fee
No Assessments
No Hidden Fees
 Things to do in August:
August 2– Bring a friend to
the Pool (No guest Fee)

August 7 “Country Picnic”
Golf & Social see page 4
 August 22 Family Fun Day at
the Pool see page 5
President’s Message
They are off and running at Saratoga Race Course, but contrary to some beliefs
summer is not over. There is a lot of great golfing weather left and do not forget
to stop by the swimming pool.
Many of you will remember Dan Venezio growing up at Pinehaven. He is the
son of Jim and Carol Venezio and he has qualified for the upcoming PGA
Championship at Whistling Straits starting August 13. Dan, your Pinehaven
family will be rooting for you!
We would like to thank all of the members who came out to listen to Tom, Dick
and Harry on the patio this past Thursday. Unfortunately the caterer was not
prepared for the large turnout and the service was not what we should expect.
One of the problems was that we had 62 reservations and more than 100 members and guests came out for the entertainment and restaurant week. This being
said, I will promise you that the board will work very closely with the caterer
and their staff to help improve daily operation’s of the restaurant and to ensure
that this does not happen again.
Overall we believe that we have seen an improvement in the quality of the food
and service from the previous caterer.
 Don’t Forget:
August 16 Sadie Hawkins Day
President’s Message continued on Page 2
Inside this Issue:
Comments from the Club Manager
August Golf & Social
4
Pool News
5
Rodger White Memorial
6
Fall Membership Promo
7
Golf Results
Golf Shop News
9-11
10
August starts the fourth quarter of our 2015 fiscal year and it marks the
beginning of business planning and budgeting for the 2016 fiscal year. It is
important that we, Pinehaven Country Club Inc., are successful with
membership retention and recruitment. A healthy and vibrant membership will
fund a functional budget which will make it possible to maintain and improve
our facility and course. This directly enhances your club experience. Our
current members are very important and valuable. We want you to rejoin for
the 2016 season and we need your help with membership recruitment. On
page 7 you will find information about our fall membership promotion. Please
tell your friends and colleagues to consider Pinehaven for their golfing home.
Please help me get in touch with them so I can answer their questions and
inform them of our membership options. Sincerely, Scott Warren
T HE C HA T T E R B O X
President’s Message continued from Page 1
As we move through summer, the board is starting to prepare our 2016 budget. As most of you know the
board suspended the payment of an initiation fee of $3,000 several years ago in an effort to attract more
members. The board also adopted a policy that only members who paid an initiation fee are eligible for the
senior discount. Members are eligible for a senior discount who have at least 20 consecutive years of
membership and have obtained age 65. If you joined after December 31, 2006 you must reach the age of
72 to be eligible for a senior discount. If you believe that you may continue your membership until you
become eligible for this generous senior discount you should consider paying the initiation fee prior to obtaining age 45 or 52.
Congratulations to our senior club champions Nan Lanahan and Bill Toomey.
Several of our current board members have indicated to me that they will not be seeking re-election to the
board this October. All stockholders are eligible to serve on the board. If you are a stockholder, please
consider running for the board. I have found serving on the board very enlightening and rewarding.
The Annual Stockholder’s Meeting is scheduled for October 18, 2015. Any stockholder wishing to run for
the Board of Directors should contact Scott Warren at 456-7111 ext. 112 no later than September 13.
Sincerely,
Mike Van Buren
President
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T HE C HA T T E R B O X
HOUSE COMMITTEE REPORT
As we begin the 5th month of the golf season with Michael’s we continue to experience the ups and downs typical of
a new caterer. We have seen a marked improvement in overall food quality, but we continue to struggle with service
consistency. Case in point: if you were at the club for Thursday evening’s special event enjoying the music of Tom,
Dick, and Harry, we had many problems, for several different reasons, and we sincerely apologize for the
inconvenience you may have experienced. It was NOT a well-scheduled evening and for that we take full
responsibility. We will work very hard to make sure nothing like that happens again and you can help as well. On
the day before the patio party there were 34 reservations. By Thursday afternoon we had 62, just a few short hours
before the event was to start. Then another 40 people arrived without a reservation. No excuses are being made here,
but not knowing how many people to prepare for makes it a nightmare for ANY restaurant to seat and serve all
customers in a timely manner. When it is requested, PLEASE make a reservation for such events. Be assured the
house committee is working very hard with Rick in addressing the ongoing issues and we thank you for your
continued patience.
On a brighter note, kudos to Rick and the entire staff for their performance during the Ladies’ Guest-Day and the
Men’s 3-Day Member-Guest tournaments, 2 of our bigger showcase events. The food was outstanding and the staff
was very attentive to everyone in attendance. A well-deserved thank you goes out to all who worked those tournaments.
We have received several complaints regarding some members’ use of inappropriate language in the bar and dining
areas. We know of more than one instance when customers have walked out or had to relocate their seats. Please be
mindful that everyone is entitled to a pleasant experience when dining at the club, void of foul language (especially
if children are present). We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.
We hope you have had a chance to see the new menu. This is a testament to Rick and Juanita and their willingness
to make changes based on member suggestions we have received through the first 4 months of the golf season. If
you have any ideas for menu items you would like considered for next year please contact any member of the house
committee.
If you have a service problem, please refrain from admonishing the wait staff. Ideally, we want Pinehaven to be a
place where everyone enjoys working. We are not above the wait staff, and they deserve our respect. Please contact
Rick or Juanita, or one of the house committee members if you have an issue with a server. No useful purpose is
served by having a confrontation with a college student working part-time, or any other staff member with hopes of
embarrassing them. Please review and adhere to the code of conduct policy located in the handbook; any form of
harassment is intolerable and will be addressed by the Board of Directors if necessary.
As always, if you have any comments or concerns, please contact us at [email protected].
Ron Cellupica
Frank Toma
T HE C HA T T E R B O X
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August Social Events
August Golf & Social
“Country Picnic”
Friday, August 7th
Activities begin at 5:00 pm with a
modified shotgun start
Format for Golf: Team Scramble
On the course
Individual Picnic Boxes packed for the golf course
to include: Hardboiled egg, cheese and pepperoni with
crackers, grapes and individual servings of wine
Après Golf
Off the grill: Baby Back Ribs, Marinated Chicken, Shrimp
and Vegetable kabobs
Roasted Potato Salad, Fresh Fruit Salad, Pasta Salad, Fresh
Baby Spinach with just ripe strawberries and glazed pecans,
baked beans, biscuits and jam
Dessert: Apple Crisp with Caramel Sauce
ENTRY FEE: $85. PER TWOSOME (Inclusive of tax and gratuity)
*Carts are mandatory and are not included in the price
**Food and Beverage will count against your monthly minimum
***Invite another couple or friend to join you (no guest greens fees)
PLEASE CALL OR EMAIL THE PRO SHOP TO SIGN UP
456-7111 ext. 120 or [email protected]
T HE C HA T T E R B O X
2 0 1 5 NE WS LE T T E R
POOL NEWS
Pool Hours
August - September 7 - Open Daily
12:00 pm - 7:00 pm Weekdays
11:00 am - 7:00 pm Weekends
August Pool Events
Sunday August 2nd Bring a Friend to the Pool (no guest fees)
Saturday August 22nd Family Fun Day at the Pool
2015 Pool Fees
Adult Guest Fees
Weekends & Holidays $7.50
Weekday $5
Under 18 Guest Fee
Weekends & Holidays $4.50
Weekday $3
Family Fun Day
Saturday August 22nd 11:00am to 6:00pm
Spend the Day at the Pool and Enjoy Games, Contests and Free Ice Cream
T HE C HA T T E R B O X
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Rodger White Men’s Memorial Tournament and Dinner
Sunday, October 18, 2015
3-Man Scramble / Modified Shotgun Start
All teams made by Pro Shop: A-B-C format
Alternating Tees: White/Blue/Black (no drive requirements)
*Entry Fee of $110 per person includes:
Purchase of a memorial bench, plaque, and a brick paver
1-hour open bar and full buffet dinner
Cash and Pro Shop prizes awarded to top 5 teams
*Cash or Checks Payable to Mark Labbe
Carts are optional and are not included in the entry fee.
Optional: closest-to-the-pin contest on Hole #9
Donations will be split equally between the winning team
and the Mohawk Hudson Humane Society
Rodger White with
Eric Wasserbach
2005 Memorial
Member-Member
Champions
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T HE C HA T T E R B O X
Pinehaven Country Club
* 2016 Membership Promotion *
Play the rest of
2015 for FREE!!!
***Join in September for any 2016
golf membership and play the
remainder of 2015 for free.
NEW MEMBER GROUP DISCOUNTS
*** Join now with one or two other new
members and receive 10% off your first
year’s annual dues.
*** Join now with three or more other new members
and receive 25% off your first
year’s annual dues.
For More Information Please
Contact:
Club Manager, Scott
Warren
Pinehaven Country
Club
1151 Siver Road
518-456-7111 ext 112
Guilderland, NY 12084
[email protected]
www.pinehavencc.com
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T HE C HA T T E R B O X
2015 Golf Fees
Adult Greens Fees
Weekend/Holiday 18 Holes-$57
Weekend/Holiday 9 Holes-$32
Weekday 18 Holes-$45
Weekday 9 Holes-$32
Under 18 Years Old
2015 Locker Room Fees
Weekend/Holiday 18 Holes-$28.50
Weekend/Holiday 9 Holes-$16
Additional Locker $48 plus 8% Sales
Tax
Weekday 18 Holes-$22.50
Shoe Shine $3 (paid to attendant)
Weekday 9 Holes-$12.50
Spike Replacement-Member
$9 plus 8% Sales Tax (billed to account)
Cart Fees
$3 Installation (paid to attendant)
9 Holes, 2 Riders-$17
9 Holes, 1 Rider-$8.50
Spike Replacement-Non Member
$14 Inclusive Charge (paid to attendant)
18 Holes, 2 Riders-$34
18 Holes, 1 Rider $17
GOLF SHOP NEWS
2015 Event Preview
August 1,2,8,9
August 2,8,9
August 3
August 6
August 7
August 8-9
August 10
August 13-14
August 16
August 17
August 31
September 5-6
September 5-6
September 7
September 14
Men’s Championship
Women’s Championship
Saint Rose Athletics Outing
Ladies Day Play with the Pro’s
August Golf & Social
Women’s Net Championship
Jim Kingsley Memorial Outing
The Audrey
Sadie Hawkins Tournament
NRF Outing
ECA Outing
President’s Cup
Queen Bee Tournament
Labor Day Two Man Scramble
UAlbany Basketball Outing
Junior Club Championship
Kellen Reiner 85-83=168*
Will Burger 81-89=170
Daniel Jameson 99-95=194
*2015 Junior Club Champion
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T HE C HA T T E R B O X
GOLF SHOP NEWS
2015 Women’s Mardi Gras Member Guest
New Flight
1st
Place Gross
150
Mary Ellen Milos/ Sue Kahler/ Mary Ellen Burt/ Mary Ellen Trumbell
1st Place Net
124
Anne Vanburen/ Ellen Melchionni/ Kathy Fisch/ Sharon DeCosmo
2nd Place Net
126
Regina Dubois/ Roberta Mahlmeiser/ Joann Whalen/ Ruth Walters
Orleans Flight
1st
Place Gross
167
Betty Chiffolo/ Teddy Engel/ Suzie Mansfield/ Roxanne Andrews
1st Place Net
121
Linda Bourgeois/ Jude Maxwell/ Barb Mahoney/ Maryann Kling
2nd Place Net
122
Bonnie St. Denis/ Chris Keeler/ Jean Prockup/ Myra Johnson
Mardi Flight
1st Place Gross
182
Diane Bode/ Cindy Konieczny/ Cris Lonnstrom/ Cinda Nadell
1st Place Net
120
Margot Rose/ Maria Durso/ Susan Giannetti/ Meg Giannetti
2nd Place Net
122
Stacey Roussin/ Doreen Bishop/ Amy Labbe/ Lisa Sunkes
Gras Flight
1st
Place Gross
192
Pam Lemme/ Nancy Lawler/ Linda Santandrea/ Ruth Malphrus
1st Place Net
124
Midge Bulgaro/ Karen McCann/ Nancy Hodes/ Mary Krafchin
2nd Place Net
125
Charlene Fitzgerald/ Mary Ann Fetzner/ Elaine Pyszkowski/ Andrea Kostik
Women’s Senior Championship
Nan Lanahan 82-87=169 *Senior Champion
Diana Ramos 83-89=172
Red/Green Flight
Gross Sandy Weckter 89-88=177
Anne Hartranft 94-88=182
Net Cristine Lonnstrom 63-68=131
T HE C HA T T E R B O X
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GOLF SHOP NEWS
2015 Men’s Member Guest
Over All Member Guest Champion: John Stinzianni & Mel Stinzianni
Raymond Porter Flight
Matt Lemoyne & Eric Wasserbach
+10
Steve Bass & Jon Bass
+6
Stan Milos & Josh Barcomb
+2
Walter Murray Flight
Paul Salamone Flight
Bob Nuttall & Scott Nuttall
+6
Chuck Barbarulo & Mark Barbarulo
+6
Mark Labbe & Randy Duncan
+2
Paul Carnivale & Tom Kleinkauf
+5
Dennis Feeney & John O’Connor
+3
T- Steve Vanburen & Marc Vanburen 0
Jim Venezio & Josh Barney
0
John E. Crowley Flight
James Benson Flight
Gary Burton & Michael Tate
+5
John Stinzianni & Mel Stinzianni
+16
Lou Saccocio & Mick Foley
+4
Lou Santandrea & Bob Doyle
+6
T-Dave Thomson & Bob Delacruz
+3
Paul Winnie & Dominic Wade
+1
Kevin McDonald & Dave Cerutti
+3
Walter Decher Flight
Chancy D’Arcangelis & Tim Wales
+6
Frank Toma & Bob Nuttall
+5
Dennis Trimarchi & Andy Blanchard
+4
Alfred Tetrault Flight
Kevin Justice & Mike Justice
+7
Mike Roussin & Brett Cornell
+6
Steve Hallenbeck & Fred Ramundo
+4
James Scaccia Flight
Lonnie Wagner & Mike Saccocio
+9
Joe Mallia & John Collisson
+6
Rick Wasniewski & Dean Wasniewski +5
T HE C HA T T E R B O X
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GOLF SHOP NEWS
Senior Guest Day Results
First: 116
Chuck Barbarulo/Dick Tedisco/Bob Stromaier/Joe Karian
Second: 120
Len Angers/Len Dariano/Jim Durante/Gerry DeAngelus
Tie 3rd: 121
Ross Testa/Tony Caropreso/John Trela/Ron Whipple
Howard Huntington/Sal Pipito/Kevin Fahy/Dave Huntington
Tie 5th: 122
Dave Smith/Gary Keehfus/Lincoln Keehfus/Joe Igoe
Peter Bolognino/Paul Bolognino/Kevin Vita/Michael Litz
Men’s Senior Club Championship
Gross
Bill Toomey 77-77=154 *Senior Champion
Paul Hart 77-78=155
Steve Bass 78-81=159
Paul Carnivale 78-84=162
Kevin Justice 83-85=168
Net
50-59 Years Old
Tom Lanahan 74-66=140
Pat Arico 74-70=144
Adam Jameson 70-75=145
60-69 Years Old
Ross Snyder 69-76=145
Bernie Santandrea 74-75=149
Dave Sutphen 74-76=150
70+ Years Old
Blue Tees Phil Bibbo 80-66=146
White Tees Doug Lonnstrom 68-68=136
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T HE C HA T T E R B O X
AUGUST
SUNDAY
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
1
Men’s Club
Championship
2
Men’s &
Women’s Club
Championship
3
Saint Rose
Athletic Dept.
Outing
9
Men’s &
Women’s Club
Championship
4
5
ROB’s
Ladies League
6
Ladies Day
Play with Pro’s
Sundowners
7
August Golf &
Social
8
Men’s &
Women’s Club
Championship
10
11
12
Jim Kingsley
ROB’s
Memorial Outing Ladies League
13
“The Audrey”
14
“The Audrey”
15
Parent Child
16
Sadie Hawkins
17
NRF Outing
18
19
Aerification
Aerification
ROB’s away
Ladies League
20
Ladies Day
Sundowners
away
21
22
Family Fun Day
At the Pool
23
24
Course Open at
Noon
25
26
ROB’s
Ladies League
27
Ladies Day
Sundowners
28
29
30
31
ECA Golf Outing
SEPTEMBER
SUNDAY
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
2
3
Ladies Day
Sundowners
4
September
Golf & Social
5
President’s Cup
Queen Bee
8
Course Open at
Noon
No Leagues
9
ROB’s
Ladies League
End of Season
10
Ladies Day
Sundowners
11
12
17
Ladies Day
Sundowners
End of Season
18
19
Two Man
Championship
25
26
EOY Scramble
& Party
7
Labor Day Two
Man Scramble
13
14
15
UAlbany Outing ROB’s
16
20
21
St. Lucy/
St. Bernadette
Outing
23
24
Senator Amedore
Outing
27
SATURDAY
1
ROB’s
Ladies League
6
President’s Cup
Queen Bee
Two Man
Championship
FRIDAY
22
ROB’s
28
29
Graybar Electric ROB’s
Outing
End of Season
30
Saint Rose Legends
1:00pm