Summer is here! - Boca West Country Club

BocaWest
[ J u ne /J u ly 2010]
Summer is here!
Enjoy Father’s Day
& Independence Day
at the Club
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[ presiden t’s Let t er]
f r o m t h e d e s k o f J ay D i P i e t r o
Dear Member,
Along with summertime comes the work
that’s done behind the scenes in preparation
for the upcoming season. Part of that work
is the budget, which has been in full swing
for several weeks. I assure you that your
committee chairs, management team and
I are determined to present to the budget
committee the tightest budget possible without sacrificing
any services or the quality of life you’ve come to expect at
your Club. In addition to the budget, I am working closely
with all of the department heads on better ways to serve
you in each department including the development of new
restaurant ideas and menu items for all of our dining venues!
It’s not too early to plan your social
calendar for next season. The deadline to
order discounted tickets for shows at FAU
next season is July 1. Don’t miss out on this
exclusive offer for Boca West members. The
2010/2011 Entertainment Lineup is located
on page 22. Be sure to submit your requests
by Thursday, August 12 to be included in the lottery. The
Activities department at 488-6936 can answer questions
regarding the lineup. A master calendar of all club-sponsored
events is in final preparation and will be mailed to you
shortly. Your 2010/2011 season at the Club will be filled
with activities for everyone!
Boca West Country Club was very fortunate to host the
French Open Wild Card Qualifying Tournament for the
fourth straight year. The winners qualified for the French
Open in Paris, France held in June. Congratulations to Ryan
Sweeting from Ft. Lauderdale, FL who captured the men’s
title and Christina McHale from Englewood Cliffs, NJ who
captured the women’s title. We wish them the best of luck!!
Once again I want to offer my sincerest appreciation to the
Board of Governors and you for allowing me to host the
Seminole Region Club Managers 20th Annual Charity Golf
Tournament on June 13 and 14, 2010. The primary goal of this
event is to raise the most amount of money possible to benefit
the Special Olympics of Palm Beach County, Toys for Tots &
U.S. Marines and the SOS Children’s Village of Florida.
THANK YOU, from the bottom of my heart! If you are interested
in playing in the event just contact my office for the details.
Plans are underway for our final two holiday celebrations,
Independence Day on Sunday, July 4 and Labor Day on
Monday, September 6. Bring your family and friends for
one or both of these great summer celebrations and don’t
forget to tell the kids to stop by the card rooms to partake
in all the activities!!
As always, I appreciate hearing your suggestions and comments
and look forward to seeing you at the Club. With my best wishes
to all Fathers for a very happy Father’s Day and to all of you for
a spectacular Fourth of July!
Sincerely,
Jay DiPietro, CCM
President and General Manager
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3 president’s letter
You are
in good hands 5 fitness & aquatics
Meet your P.T. staff
8 spa
10 dining
Reasons
to Celebrate
12 golf
-Father’s Day
14 tennis
-Independence Day
16 calendar
That’s
Entertainment! 18 activities
See the fabulous line-up
24 scene flash!
26 boca west news
30 chairman’s letter
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Walking is a convenient, familiar and inexpensive activity.
Even people who are intimidated by weight rooms and sports usually
have no problem putting on a pair of comfortable and supportive shoes
and going for a walk.
Research shows that walking bestows many health benefits. Walking
helps to prevent high blood pressure, and it can help people get mild
to moderately high blood pressure under control. Walking raises the
good HDL cholesterol that helps to prevent heart disease. People
who walk regularly have lower risks of type II diabetes, heart disease,
and osteoporosis. Walking also helps people to control their weight
and to lose weight. Following are some ideas for getting the most
out of a walking program.
Be sure you are in good health, and avoid injury. Check
with your doctor before beginning an exercise program.
The best way to avoid injury is to start slowly and progress
gradually. Reduce your walking time if you feel any pain
in your joints.
Walk Regularly. Regular exercise confers more health
benefits and is less likely to lead to injury. If you are
starting a walking program, estimate how much time
you are walking now and gradually add more time.
Add a few more minutes per session each week, as
you get stronger. Try to walk at least 3 times a week.
Walking is something that could be done every day
if you wanted.
Step up the pace. It may take several months
before your legs are really accustomed to your
new mileage. Once the walking becomes easier,
use the following suggestions to increase your
walking intensity to reap even more health and fitness
benefits from your workouts:
Walking:
Take Steps
to Good Health
Increase your pace by walking faster, not by increasing the
length of your stride. Use your arms. Bend your elbows and
pump your arms as you walk. Find some hills. Walking up hill
provides an aerobic challenge If you are walking on a treadmill,
increase the grade.
Walk tall and strong, everything should be done with good
posture. Be aware of this as you are walking. Is your head over
the top of your shoulders? Are your shoulders over the top of your
hips? Are your hips over the top of your ankles, probably not. It is
very likely the head is in front of the shoulders and the shoulders
are in front of the hips. In time this is what creates muscle
imbalance and eventually, injuries. The chin should be tucked,
shoulder blades squeezed, chest lifted and abs zipped up and in.
Have fun. Do everything you can to make your walk enjoyable.
Try walking with a friend, what ever it takes to motivate you
and get you moving towards better health.
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Aerobics
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monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Super Sculpt
7:30 a.m.
Amie
Pilates
7:30 a.m.
Julie
Total Body Sculpt
7:30 a.m.
Jason / Nadine C
Super Sculpt
7:30 a.m.
Colleen
Super Sculpt
7:30 a.m.
Pam S.
Low Impact
8:30 a.m.
Maureen
Super Sculpt
8:30 a.m.
Marcio
Functional Class
8:30 a.m.
Colleen
Stretch
8:30 a.m.
Nadine
Zumba
8:30 a.m.
Nadine B
Super Sculpt
8 a.m.
Michele / Nadine C
Total Body Sculpt
9:30 a.m.
Maureen
Cardio Latino
9:30 a.m.
Marcio
Chi Ball
9:30 a.m.
Tatiana
Cardio Kick
9:30 a.m.
Nadine
Pilates
9:30 a.m.
Nadine B
Low Impact
9 a.m.
Michele / Nadine C
Pump & Cardio
9 a.m.
Julie / Amie
Intermediate Yoga**
10:30 a.m.
Rosanne
Yoga
10:30 a.m.
Sally
Yoga
10:30 a.m.
Rosanne
Yoga
10:30 a.m.
Colleen
Yoga
10:30 a.m.
Janice
Yoga
10:30 a.m.
Tatiana
Yoga
10:30 a.m.
Elisa / Daphne
Relaxation*
11:30 a.m.
Sally
Meditation*
11:30 a.m.
Rosanne
Relaxation*
11:30 a.m.
Colleen
Meditation*
11:30 a.m.
Janice
Meditation*
11:30 a.m.
Tatiana
Meditation*
11:30 a.m.
Elisa / Daphne
*RELAXATION and meditation CLASSes are 3O MINUTES
**Intermediate Yoga Is An Hour-And-A-Half Class
Water Aerobics
monday
movement studio
June/July 2010 class Schedule
[
Tuesday
Wednesday
Splash Dance
8:35 a.m.
Lydia
Thursday
Friday
AquaCore
8:35 a.m.
Pam K.
Splash Dance
8:35 a.m.
Pam S.
Saturday
Sunday
Hydro Power
9:35 a.m.
Lydia
Hydro Power
9:35 a.m.
Maureen
Hydro Power
9:35 a.m.
Audrey
Hydro Power
9:35 a.m.
Pam K.
Hydro Power
9:35 a.m.
Marcio
Hydro Power
9:15 a.m.
Lydia
Hydro Power
9:15 a.m.
Lydia / Julie
Water Aerobics
10:35 a.m.
Maureen
Water Aerobics
10:35 a.m.
Marcio
Water Aerobics
10:35 a.m.
Audrey
Water Aerobics
10:35am
Nadine C.
Water Aerobics
10:35 a.m.
Marcio
Splash Dance
10:15 a.m.
Lydia
Water Aerobics
10:15 a.m.
Lydia / Julie
monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Private & Group
Pilates & Yoga
6:30 - 8:25 a.m.
By Appointment
Group Cycle
7:30 a.m.
Colleen
Private & Group
Pilates & Yoga
6:30-8:25 a.m.
By Appointment
Private & Group
Pilates & Yoga
6:30 - 8:25 a.m.
By Appointment
Private & Group
Pilates & Yoga
6:30 - 8:25 a.m.
By Appointment
Private & Group
Pilates & Yoga
6:30 - 9 a.m.
By Appointment
Private & Group
Pilates & Yoga
By Appointment
Private & Group
Pilates & Yoga
10 a.m. -12:55 p.m.
By Appointment
Private & Group Pilates
& Yoga available
By appointment
Starting at 10 a.m.
Private & Group
Pilates & Yoga
10 a.m. -12:55 p.m.
By Appointment
Private & Group
Pilates & Yoga
Starting at 10 a.m.
By Appointment
Private & Group
Pilates & Yoga
Starting at 10 a.m.
By Appointment
Private & Group
Pilates and Yoga
10:30 a.m.
By Appointment
Private & Group
Pilates & Yoga
Starting at 1:30 p.m.
Private & Group
Pilates & Yoga
Starting at 1:30 p.m.
*Group Cycling and MVe Pilates Intros
are 30 minutes.
Please call 488-6944 to book an appointment.
There is a fee for Private & Group Pilates & Yoga. We strongly suggest taking an Intro class before participating in a Group cycle class or MVe class.
All participants must sign in and show their membership card prior to taking class. All classes are 55 minutes unless otherwise noted.
All classes and instructors subject to change.
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Meet Your Physical Therapy Staff
We would like to wish everyone at Boca
West a wonderful summer! For those of you
who will remain at Boca West during the summer
months we will be here to extend physical therapy
services to you; for those who travel from the south
Florida area we’ll look forward to seeing you again
in the fall.
I would take a brief opportunity to provide a little
inside information on our therapists that you might
find interesting:
Dana Van Pelt - Dana is originally from Ithaca,
New York. He graduated from Ithaca College, Stony
Brook University, Nova Southeastern University,
and will complete his clinical doctorate this summer
from Temple University. He started his private
practice of outpatient physical therapy in 1980.
Dana is both a physical therapist and athletic
trainer. He and his wife Karen have two children,
Brad and Erinn Van Pelt, as well as Diesel and Astro,
their favorite German Shepherds.
Taryn Chlebisch, Clinical Director at Boca West Taryn completed her undergraduate and graduate
coursework at the University of Tennessee at
Chattanooga. She began by earning a Bachelor of
Science degree in rehabilitation science in 2003,
and then proceeded to earn her Doctorate in
Physical Therapy just two years later in 2005. She
has experience in the areas of sports orthopedics,
pediatric neurological rehab, acute care and
chronic orthopedics. These settings gave Taryn
a very diverse list of skills that make her a great fit
at our Boca West Location.
Aside from her academic experience, Taryn has
clinical experience in aquatic therapy. This
experience has translated into the development
of a full scale aquatics program at our east Boca
location. This program offers our patients the ability
to begin treatment sooner than traditional landbased therapies and offer a much more low-impact
atmosphere. Taryn has been an integral part of the
development of our aquatics program and is a
resident expert in the techniques of aquatic therapy.
Dana Van Pelt
Taryn Chlebisch
Jackie Burton
Randy Kreuzer
Laura Higgins
Jackie Burton - Jackie was raised in Dayton,
Ohio and graduated from Bowling Green State
University with a Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of
Science degree. She worked for Dole Fresh Fruit
Company as a Manager of Sales Analysis and
Administration. When the Dole Corporation
relocated to California Jackie returned to school
and earned a Masters of Physical Therapy at
Nova Southeastern University. She worked with
Bethesda Memorial Hospital for twelve years as a
physical therapist and supervisor for outpatient
physical therapy. She has experience with
orthopedic/sports injuries, cancer rebound
patients, movement disorders, the diabetic
association, as well as vestibular rehabilitation.
Randy Kreuzer - Randy is originally from the
Cleveland, Ohio area and obtained his Bachelor
of Science degree from the Ohio State University.
After living in New York City for six years he
returned to school to complete his Doctorate
of Physical Therapy at Clarkson University in
Potsdam, New York. Randy spends time in both
locations of the Palm Beach Institute of Sports
Medicine, at the Boca West and FAU offices,
working with patients of all ages. In his spare time
his hobbies include fitness, travel, as well as a
musical interest in playing the guitar and drums.
Laura Higgins - Laura was born and raised in
Chapel Hill, NC and attended UNC-Chapel Hill
where she graduated with a Bachelor of Science
in psychology/chemistry. She began training as
a ballet dancer at an early age with members of
the Southeastern Regional Ballet Association and
continued this interest during her time at UNC.
Laura moved to Fort Lauderdale to pursue
a Doctorate in Physical Therapy at Nova
Southeastern University. Her training in
traditional and contemporary Pilates as a
rehabilitation specialist has helped Laura
incorporate these methods into her assessment
and treatment regime at the Palm Beach Institute
of Sports Medicine.
From all of us at the Palm Beach Institute of Sports Medicine,
thank you for your patronage.
Dana Van Pelt, PT, ATC, MBA - President and Founder
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the
[ spa ]
at boca west
Why is it
important to use
sunscreen?
By Silvia Parada
Spa Coordinator
Always apply sunscreen 10 to 20
minutes before exposure to the
sun and continue to re-apply
throughout the day. Women
should wear sunscreen under
make-up (including makeup
that already contains a
sunscreen). Sunscreen should
be worn daily, even if you do
not plan on being exposed
to the sun. You can also be
exposed to these harmful rays
while driving in your car. UVA
rays are even present on cloudy
days and winter days.
While there is so much
information on the news
and in magazines about the
importance of sunscreens,
many people still know very
little about the proper use
of sunscreens. A sunburn is
caused by exposing your
skin to too much ultraviolet
(UV) light from the sun. Sun
damage from sunlight builds
up with continued exposure,
whether sunburn occurs or not.
In addition to sunburn, other sun
damaging effects can include
wrinkling, pre-mature aging, and in time,
an almost leathery appearance of the skin.
Today, skin cancer has become the most severe
problem related to sun exposure.
It is important to remember that sunscreens are not all
the same. Your sunscreen must have both UVA and UVB
protection, which are the two major types of ultraviolet
(UV) sun damage. Sunscreens are measured by SPF,
which stands for Sun Protection Factor. For example,
if it normally takes you a half hour to sunburn and your
sunscreen had a SPF rating of 15, then it would take
you 15 times longer (or 7.5 hours) to get sunburned.
For more information,
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Remember that the sun’s rays are the
strongest from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. especially
during the late spring and summer. To protect yourself, the
best advice is to apply sunscreen daily, wear protective
clothing, and wear a hat to protect your head and face
when you are outdoors.
The Spa Boutique is now offereing Skin Defender
Protection Emulsion SPF30. This product contains
advanced protection against UV rays, coupled with
an innovative anti-oxidant complex resistant to pollution.
This protective emulsion also fortifies the skin against
environmental aging.
ple ase call t he Sp a at 488-7880.
S p a
S p e c i a l s
June Spa Special
Treat yourself. Try a new Spa Service
this month!
Receive a 10% Discount on all regular priced
Spa Services.*
*Special Discount is valid from June 1-30, 2010 only.
July Spa Special
HAPPY 4th OF JULY
Come and celebrate this month at the spa
and receive a 55-minute Massage or a
55-minute Deep Cleansing facial. The
massage will relax those tired muscles and
give you renewed energy. The Deep
Cleansing Facial consists of a deep pore
cleansing, exfoliation, steaming and a
massage of the face and neck. Or, why not
treat yourself to both!
Special Price: $63*
For this month only, this special can be purchased
in July and added to your account to be used at
any future date.
The special is only valid for purchase
from July 1-31, 2010.
*Offer cannot be combined with other
discounts and packages.
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[ Dining]
Join us for Our Sunday Brunch on Sunday, June 20 to celebrate
Father’s Day
All fathers
will receive
a complimentary
Bloody Mary with
their brunch.
R ecipe Cor ner
Food & Beverage
Reservation
Hours
Wednesday – Saturday
from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Call 483-6300 or email anytime
to [email protected].
Reservations are assigned two weeks
in advance unless otherwise noted.
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Noodle Kugel
By Roger Brock, Executive Chef
Ingredients
1 1/2 cup Cottage Cheese
1 1/2 cup Raisins
2 cups Heavy Cream
1/2 cup Sour Cream
5 lg eggs
1/2 tsp Cinnamon
1/2 tsp Nutmeg
2 tsp Vanilla Extract
1 cup Granulated Sugar
1 lb Egg Noodles
Pre-Heat oven to 300 degrees.
Whisk together all ingredients except egg noodles.
Follow instructions on egg noodle package, once
drained do not rinse or let cool. Fold the hot
noodles into the mixture and pour into a greased
9 x 11 foil pan. Cook for 50 minutes, rotating once.
Let rest for 10 minutes before serving. Serves 12.
Sunday
Brunch
Buffet
11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
in the Hibiscus Dining Room
Pamper your palate at our
luncheon buffet featuring our
Chef’s omelet and waffle station
where everything is made to order
your way. Specialty hot and cold
items in addition to our Chef’s
selection of house made soups,
crisp vegetables, seasonal fruits,
Boca West salads, assorted freshly
baked rolls and breads and a
smoked salmon station.
Independence Day
Celebration
Sunday, July 4 - 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. in the Country Club
Complimentary for Boca West Members
Guest Charges: $29.95++ per adult, $17.95++ per child (4-12)
★ ★★ ★★ ★★ ★★ ★★ ★★ ★
5p.m. - close
Complete Dinners
with Choice of Starter, Entree and Dessert
Wednesday – Italian Night
Thursday – Homestyle Night
Friday – Simply Fish
Saturday – Steak Night
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[ golf]
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Tournaments
Boca West Open
Reciprocally speaking
By Steve Siegel, Golf Committee Chairman
We are pleased to announce that
the following clubs are part of our summer
reciprocal golf program available to all equity
golf members: The Club at Admiral’s Cove,
Addison Reserve Country Club, Mizner Country
Club, The Country Club at Mirasol, Ibis Golf &
Country Club, St. Andrews Country Club and
Frenchman’s Reserve. All clubs have their own rates and tee
time availability. Your tee time can only be made through
our pro shop staff. Stop by the pro shop for all the details.
The first phase of our summer aerification program was
completed in May. This will be repeated on all four courses
from July 6 – August 1.
Let’s not forget to keep up our efforts towards the care of our
courses. By repairing your damage, you will be doing your part.
June 19 and 20
$30 entry per person
Tee times begin at 8:30 a.m. – Two day event
Men and Ladies Divisions – Net and Gross
Entry deadline: Wednesday, June 16
Independence Day Event
Saturday, July 3
7:30 a.m. breakfast – 8:15 a.m. shotgun
Best Ball format
Entry deadline: Saturday, June 26
Labor Day Event
Sunday, September 5
7:30 a.m. breakfast – 8:15 a.m. shotgun
Best Ball format
Entry deadline: Sunday, August 22
Boca West Challenge
October 1 and 2
Ryder Cup Format - 9 a.m. Start – Individual
and Partner formats – Two day event
Blind draw for teams - $25 per player
Entry deadline: Saturday, September 25
Summer Ladies Golf League
Golf activity surely continues to hum along during the summer
and fall. Check the following pages for the many events
including the second annual Boca West Open and our own
version of the Ryder Cup, which we call the Boca West
Challenge. Both of these new events were extremely well
received last year and this time around, there will be both
ladies and men’s divisions for the Boca West Open in June.
Begins June 2 – Sign-in by 7:45 a. m.
How would you like to fine-tune your game in a Boca West
golf school this summer? Our own pros will be conducting
several two-day sessions with comprehensive instruction in
the morning and afternoon. Details will be available in the
golf shop and on the club’s website.
available in the golf shop, locker rooms
I sincerely hope that your summer is going well wherever
you might be … it’s fantastic here, as always.
Shotgun at 8:15 a.m.
Team events – Green Tees – Accepting
players with handicap indexes up to 30.0
Applications are in the Ladies’ Locker Room
or call Arlene Levine at 488-0639.
2010-2011 League Application
Applications for all four leagues are
and online. All applicants for the Men’s
Leagues (Monday and Friday) must have
and maintain an up-to-date USGA handicap
at Boca West, be an equity golf member
and have attended the golf seminar. All
applicants for the Ladies’ Leagues is based
upon having a handicap index (23.6 for
below for Wednesday league and 23.7 to
36.0 for the Thursday league). If you don’t
know you index please call Heather
at 488-6912.
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Upcoming Clinics, Tournaments & Events
g olf not es
[t ennis]
June Events
Complimentary Clinic
Join us at 10 a.m. on Saturday, June 5.
This clinic will focus on work from the
baseline. Please sign up in the tennis
pro shop. Deadline to sign up is
Wednesday, June 2.
July Events
Complimentary Clinic
Join us at 10 a.m. on Friday, July 2. This
clinic will focus on the serve and
return. Please sign up in the tennis pro
shop. Deadline to sign up is
Wednesday, June 30.
Independence Day
Round Robin
Saturday, July 3
Check in and complimentary breakfast
at 8:30 a.m.- Play begins at 9 a.m.
Format is Men’s and Women’s Doubles.
Event is complimentary.
Prizes will be awarded to winners of
each flight.
Deadline to signup is Monday, June 28.
USTA Boys 16’s and 18’s
Clay Court Nationals.
We will be hosting this event July 18 –
25. Come watch some of the best young
tennis talent in the country. Previous
players include Pete Sampras, Andre
Agassi, Andy Roddick. Play usually
begins around 10 a.m.
Ongoing Activities
Men’s Pool
Monday- Saturday
Check in by 7:45 a.m.
Play begins at 8 a.m.
Women’s Pool
Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday
Sign up by 5 p.m. the day before
Play will be at 9 a.m.
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All levels are encouraged to participate. Our
aim is to organize comparably matched
foursomes in a social atmosphere.
Occasionally, groups of five may be
necessary.
Summer Guest Days
May through October
Equity Tennis Members
Members in this category may
invite up to three (3) guests at any
times (based on court availability)
on Monday and Friday and after
10 a.m. on Sunday.
Equity Golf, Social
and Lessee Members
Members in these categories will
receive complimentary court fees
on Monday and Friday. They will
receive complimentary court fees
for one (1) guest on Monday and
up to three (3) guests on Friday.
A non-member may be a guest of
the Club no more than six (6)
times per membership year
(October 1- September 30). Equity
members, lessees and nonmember residents of Boca West
are not eligible to be day guests or
houseguests. Guest days that fall
on an observed national holiday
will be changed as follows:
Memorial Day – May 31 to June 1
Labor Day - September 6 to
September 7
Please Note: A day guest is the
guest of a member for the day
and must be accompanied by the
member AT ALL TIMES when
using any of the Club facilities.
However, after checking a guest
in for personal services such as
lessons and massages, the
member is free to leave the guest
and the facility during the
performance of the service. It is
not necessary to obtain a
houseguest card for a day guest.
All daily guest fees for use of the
facilities will apply.
End of
Season
Calcutta
Results
Held April 10 and 11
Winners
Judy Robinson and Judy Roif
Norman Grossman
and Ted Kalina
Allan Eisinger and Burt Slatas
Finalists
Pauline Cormier
and Alice Welenken
Ron Lo Pinto and Tony Vaccaro
Phil Laban and Mort Schwartz
SUMMER REMINDER
During the summer months,
remember to stay hydrated.
Try to drink less coffee and soft
drinks and more water!
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[ J u ne 2010]
Sunday
BocaWest
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Open Card Play
1
Deli Night
Sunday Brunch Buffet
Open Card Play
6
7
Deli Night
Sunday Brunch Buffet
13
8
Jr Golf Camp
14
15
Boca West Open
Deli Night
Father’s Day
Sunday Brunch Buffet
20
Deli Night
Sunday Brunch Buffet
27
2
Jr Golf Camp
28
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Jr Golf Camp
29
Friday
Duplicate Bridge
3
Saturday
Complimentary
Tennis Clinic
4
5
11
12
Duplicate Bridge
9
Jr Golf Camp
Open Card Play
16
Open Card Play
21
Thursday
23
Jr Golf Camp
Open Card Play
30
10
Duplicate Bridge
Jr Golf Camp
Mary Poppins
at Broward
17
Jr Golf Camp
Boca West Open
18
19
25
26
Duplicate Bridge
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Sunday
BocaWest
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Duplicate Bridge
FAU Show Signup
Deadline
Jr Golf Camp
1
Independence Day
Independence Day
Celebration
Independence Day
Firecracker Retail
Sale
4
Open Card Play
5
6
Deli Night
Sunday Brunch Buffet
12
13
Deli Night
Sunday Brunch Buffet
USTA Boys 16’s & 18’s
Clay Court Nationals
USTA Boys 16’s & 18’s
Clay Court Nationals
Name That Tune
Music Trivia
USTA Boys 16’s & 18’s
Clay Court Nationals
18
19
20
Deli Night
Sunday Brunch Buffet
USTA Boys 16’s & 18’s
ClayCourt Nationals
25
7
14
Open Card Play
USTA Boys 16’s & 18’s
Clay Court Nationals
21
Open Card Play
26
27
Saturday
Complimentary
Tennis Clinic
Jr Golf Camp
Independence
Day Golf Event
Independence
Day Round Robin
2
3
9
10
16
17
USTA Boys 16’s & 18’s
Clay Court Nationals
USTA Boys 16’s & 18’s
Clay Court Nationals
23
24
30
31
Duplicate Bridge
Open Card Play
11
Friday
28
8
Duplicate Bridge
15
Duplicate Bridge
USTA Boys 16’s & 18’s
Clay Court Nationals
22
Duplicate Bridge
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Boca West & Celebrity Cruises Presents
14 Night South America Cruise
On Board The Celebrity Infinity
Join us as we explore
South America
beginning
March 13, 2011
Ports Include
Valparaiso, Chile ~ La Serena
(Coquimbo), Chile ~ Arica,
Chile ~ Lima, Peru ~ Manta,
Ecuador ~ Panama Canal
(Cruising) ~ Cristobal Pier,
Panama ~ Cartagena,
Colombia ~ Fort Lauderdale,
Florida.
Bonus Extras Round trip deluxe
motor coach transfers from the Club to the
airport, $50 shipboard or spa credit per
cabin, private cocktail party with hot and
cold canapes
All Prices Include: Trip Cancellation
Insurance For Cruise -Plus-Air And
Airport To Ship Transfers
STATEROOM WITH
VERANDA 2A
$3395 PP DBL
CONCIERGE STATEROOM
WITH VERANDA C3 $3621 PP DBL
CONCIERGE STATEROOM
WITH VERANDA C2 $3651 PP DBL
SKY SUITE
$5778 PP DBL
A WORD ABOUT AIRFARES For those guests who want to fly in business
class and pay with either American Express points, or miles or cash/check/
credit card, please contact Scott Grody at 702-5533 and he will be happy to
assist you with your airlines reservations.
DEPOSITS and FINAL PAYMENTS A deposit of $900 per stateroom is due
to confirm your space. Final payment will be due on November 15. Payments
are non-refundable if canceled after January 5, but are protected by included
insurance if cancellation is due to a medical reason.
Join Boca West as we set sail on
Norwegian Cruise Line’s Newest Ship
THE NORWEGIAN EPIC
14 Night Western
& Eastern Caribbean Cruise
Norwegian Cruise Line’s 153,000-ton
4,200-passenger Norwegian Epic, will
debut in summer 2010 as the largest,
trendiest and most innovative new design
ever built by NCL. Moreover, the ship will
usher in some of the most revolutionary
new concepts in all of cruise travel.
departing January 29, 2011 from Miami
Ports Include Costa Maya, Roatan, Cozumel, St. Maarten, St. Thomas, Nassau
Epic offerings include: The Blue Man Group. The ship will welcome the group as part of its
entertainment offerings, Cirque Dreams and Dinner, a combination
alternative restaurant and show is set to feature a one-ring, red-andwhite-striped big top — and a very active wait staff, Epic Casino,
NCL’s largest at 13,000 square feet; the Ice Bar, kept at a constant
17 degrees; the Manhattan Room, featuring big-band music, Salsa
dancing and romantic dinners; the POSH Beach Club, a private area
with pool, waterfall, Balinese-style beds for lounging and private
cabanas; Spice H2O, an sun deck, outdoor movie theater and nightclub; Fat Cats blues and jazz club;
and Headliners Comedy Club, housing Improv Troupe The Second City.
$2348 per person based on D.O.*
Oceanfront Balcony Stateroom, $75 shipboard credit per stateroom, Private
Cocktail Party, One Specialty Dinner included at the Asian Restaurant, Trip
Cancellation Insurance, Roundtrip transportation between club and port.
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DEPOSITS and FINAL PAYMENTS
$400 deposit per cabin required when
reserving. Balance will be due November 1,
2010. Payments are non-refundable
if canceled after November 15, but are
protected by included insurance if
cancellation is due to a medical reason.
*Additional Cabin Categories are
available upon request based on
availability. Single Price is $4572.
To reserve your space for either cruise, please
submit a request in writing to the Activities office.
Email: [email protected] or fax:
483-9521. Cabins are available on a first come
basis. Call the Activities department at
488-6936 if you have any questions.
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House & Ac t i v i t ie s Fo rum
By Dr. Arthur Brovender, House & Activities Chairman
Bridge Anyone?
Bridge is not just another card game. Just as physical
activity keeps the body fit, mental activity benefits
the mind. Bridge is a game that stimulates the mind.
Boca West offers the best bridge program plus
instruction from beginners to advanced players by
well-known professional instructors. We are very proud that we
have a large and active Duplicate Bridge program.
Biltmore Hotel,
Coral Gables
FLORIDA’S FABULOUS HOTEL
LOBBIES COACH TOUR
with Dr. Paul George
Wednesday, August 4
$35 PER PERSON
Join Resident Historian, Dr. Paul George as he celebrates
Miami Modern (MiMo), Art Deco, and Mediterranean Revival
architecture with entertaining stories on this tour of some
of Florida’s best-known and most beautiful hotel lobbies.
Tour includes stops at the Biltmore, Fontainebleau, Essex,
and the Doral Hotels, and a few surprises.
After the tour you will have time for lunch and shopping
on your own at Bayside.
Includes: round trip transportation, historical coach tour
with Dr. George, taxes and gratuities. Bus will depart
Boca West at 8:30 A.M. And return approximately 4:30 P.M.
Request by July 1. Cancel by July 15.
NAME THAT TUNE
MUSIC TRIVIA
With Barry & Nancy
Join us for a fun night of musical trivia!
Tuesday, July 20
7 - 9 p.m. in the Onyx Lounge
$15 per person
Includes: Light Appetizers & One Beverage
Request by: July 2
Cancel by July 9
Summer Dining
The management team, along with Jay DiPietro, is constantly
analyzing the member use and comments about each dining
facility. They are always looking for ways to reduce the club’s
expenses. Summer dining is a time for well thought out
operations. Going from six restaurants to one or two can be
challenging due to staffing, operating expenses and meeting
the member’s expectations. They always seem to find the best
way. Be sure and support your club’s restaurants this summer.
A Greener Boca West Country Club
We have begun to implement recycling at Boca West Country
Club. Our Food and Beverage areas are the first to push for
green. They have begun to recycle cardboard, plastic, glass,
aluminum and paper. We have started the process to reduce
and replace Styrofoam. We have also begun to recycle paper
and plastic in our administrative offices. You will also see bins
around the tennis courts to collect paper and ball tins. We will
continue to keep you informed of our progress.
Interesting Information
We all talk about the hot dogs at the summer picnics. Last year
we served almost 25,000 Nathan Hot Dogs. Coney Island lives
on at Boca West.
Have a healthy and happy summer!
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Activities Reservation and Cancellation Policy - To be included in the lottery (if warranted),
reservations and cancellations for all activities must be submitted in writing by the REQUEST BY date.
You may email to [email protected], fax to 483.9521 or stop by the office to fill out a form.
2011 Book Talks
with Sandra Rosencrans
Mondays at 10 a.m. in the Palm Room
in the Country Club
Join us for a series of three lecture/
discussions on the best in contemporary
fiction. Each session will include
extensive background material on the
author’s life and literary development as
LAS VEGAS NIGHT
well as intensive discussion of the book.
Please visit www.bookswithsandra.com
Celebrate the start of the season at our Las Vegas Night
for more information.
on Saturday, November 20 in the Country Club. Casino doors open
January 3 - OTHER ROOMS,
at 6:30 p.m. Try your luck at blackjack, roulette, baccarat, crap tables,
OTHER WONDERS
Texas Hold 'Em and slot machines! There will be professional dealers
by Daniyal Mueenuddin
and croupiers spinning the wheels and rolling the dice all night long.
February 7 - SOLITUDE OF
Join us for a night to remember! The price per person is $85, which
PRIMARY NUMBERS by Giordano
includes dinner, open bar and $5,000 worth of gambling chips!
March 7 - THE LAKE SHORE
Reservations required in writing to the Activities department no later
LIMITED by Sue Miller
than Friday, October 8. Guests may be invited, based on availability,
beginning Monday, October 11. Reservations are guaranteed and may
not be canceled unless a wait list is produced. Any questions, please call
the Activities department at 488-6936. Reservations will not be accepted
over the phone. Reservation forms available in the Club Services office
and online. You may fax your completed form to 483-9521.
Dress Code: long sleeve collared shirts required, jackets preferred.
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$90 for the series No single admissions
Request by: November 8.
Cancel by: December 6
A lottery may be warranted
if the number of requests exceeds
the number of spaces available.
with Barbie Tannenholz
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$125 for 5 Lessons
Classes are held 5 consecutive
days from 9:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.
in Card Room A in the
Country Club
Please choose the week you
would like to attend:
November 8-12
Request by September 8
Cancel by October 8
December 6-10
Request by October 6
Cancel by November 6
January 10-14
Request by November 10
Cancel by December 10
February 7-11
Request by December 7
Cancel by January 7
March 7-11
Request by January 7
Cancel by February 7
No single admissions. Class size
is limited. A lottery may be
warranted. Requests and
cancellations must be submitted
in writing.
Winning team for the third year in a row!
Boca West Women’s Bridge Team
Front row (l to r): Anita Manes, Joan Schepps, Maxine Marshall, Harriet Glazer,
Irene Gilberg. Back row (l to r): Cecile Rothaus, Joyce Hirsch, Jay DiPietro, Patti Greiff
(captain), Arleen Wartell. Not pictured: Lee White, Ilene Coleman, Joyce Tesler.
Duplicate Bridge
Thursday evenings - 7:15 p.m., Card Room A & B
in the Country Club, $8 per person
card room news
Canasta Lessons
Duplicate Bridge at St. Andrews
Mah Jongg
Classes
Tuesday evenings - 7 p.m., $8 per person
Sign up with Activities the Friday prior.
with Marilyn Weston
$125 for 5 Lessons
Classes held 9:30-11:30 a.m.
in Veranda Card Room B
in the Golf Club
Please Choose the Session
you would like to attend:
Session 1: November 15, 22, 29
December 6, 13
Request by September 15
Cancel by October 15
Session 2: January 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
Request by November 3
Cancel by December 3
Session 3: February 7, 14, 21, 28
March 7
Request by December 7
Cancel by January 7
No single admissions.
Class size is limited. A lottery
may be warranted. Requests
and cancellations must be
submitted in writing.
C A R D ROOM GUE ST P OLIC Y
now - October 2010
Members may bring up to three (3) guests per day for card play during the day
any day except Monday or Saturday.
Members may bring up to three (3) guests per day for card play during the evening
any day except Wednesday or Thursday.
One guest is permitted for Duplicate Bridge on Thursday evenings.
A non-member (non-resident) may be a guest of the Club no more than six (6) times per
membership year: October 1 - September 30. Equity members, lessees and non-member
residents of Boca West are not eligible to be day guests or houseguests.
Card Room availability is based on the building being open. Card playing is not
permitted in the living room of the Country Club or in the breezeway in the Golf Club.
Members must play with their guests at all times. Tables may not be reserved.
Cell phones may not be used in the card rooms.
Dr e ss Code P ol ic y
Daytime
Evening - after 5 p.m.
Men: Slacks, shorts, polo shirts
Women: Slacks, shorts, skirts, blouses
Men: Slacks, shirts (no t-shirts)
Women: Slacks, blouses, skirts,
dress shorts and designer jeans
Hats are permitted to be worn
by women only.
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2010-2011 Entertainment Theater Lineup
Request in writing to the Activities Department no later than August 12. Reservation forms available in the Club Service office and online.
Each membership may request two tickets per show. No cancellations.
MCB Program I- Kravis Center,
November 19 - $85
Mel Brooks - Young Frankinstein,
Broward Center - October 7 - $99
The classic Mel Brooks movie is ALIVE...
and it’s headed here! You’ll have a
monstrously good time at this spectacular
new production, winner of the 2008 Outer
Critics Circle Award. Don’t miss the
sensational cast delivering all your favorite
moments from the classic film, plus
brand-new show-stopping numbers for
the stage, including “Transylvania
Mania,” “He Vas My Boyfriend” and
“Puttin’ on the Ritz.” This wickedly
inspired re-imagining of the Frankenstein
legend follows bright young Dr.
Frankenstein as he attempts to create
a monster--but not without scary and
hilarious complications. The brains
behind the laughter is mad genius and
three- time Tony® winner Mel Brooks
himself--who wrote the music and lyrics
and co-wrote the book- along with
his record-breaking team from The
Producers: five-time Tony-winning
director and choreographer Susan
Stroman and three-time Tony-winning
writer, Thomas Meehan.
Burn The Floor - Broward Center November 18 - $95
From Harlem's hot nights at The Savoy,
where dances such as the Lindy, Foxtrot
and Charleston were born, to the Latin
Quarter where the Cha-Cha, Rumba
and Salsa steamed up the stage, Burn
the Floor takes audiences on a journey
through the passionate drama of dance.
The elegance of the Viennese Waltz, the
exuberance of the Jive, the intensity
of the Paso Doble - audiences will
experience them all, as well as the
Tango, Samba, Mambo, Quickstep,
and Swing. It’s Ballroom dance with
a sexy 21st century edge.
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MCB Program II - Kravis Center January 28 - $85
Features the Company Premiere of Jerome
Robbins’ Fanfare – a tribute to Queen
Elizabeth II, with its premiere having taken
place on the night of her coronation in 1953.
It is an enchantingly bright and goofy take
on Benjamin Britten’s “Young Person’s
Guide to the Orchestra.” Also on this
program are two George Balanchine
pieces, which include the sensual Bugaku
and the lively Western Symphony.
Will highlight the Company Premiere of
Twyla Tharp’s Baker’s Dozen, where she
flings a dozen dancers onto the stage –
hustling, spinning, shimmying, yet
romantically inclined – to the irresistible
stride piano of the immortal Willie
“The Lion” Smith. Also appearing are
Balanchine’s dramatic La Sonnambula
and Balanchine’s exceptional Stravinsky
Violin Concerto.
Rock of Ages- Broward Center December 30 - $97
West Side Story
- Broward Center February 17 - $99
In 1987 on the Sunset Strip, a small town
girl met a big city rocker and in LA’s most
famous rock club, they fell in love to the
greatest songs of the 80s. It’s ROCK OF
AGES, an arena-rock love story told
through the mind-blowing, face-melting
hits of JOURNEY, NIGHT RANGER, STYX,
REO SPEEDWAGON, PAT BENATAR,
TWISTED SISTER, POISON, ASIA,
WHITESNAKE and many more. Don’t miss
this awesomely good time about dreaming
big, playing loud and partying on!
Les Miserables- Broward Center January 20 - $99
Cameron Mackintosh presents a brand
new 25th anniversary production of Boublil
& Schönberg’s legendary musical, LES
MISÉRABLES, with glorious new staging
and spectacular reimagined scenery
inspired by the paintings of Victor Hugo.
This new production has already been
acclaimed by critics, fans and new
audiences and is breaking box office
records wherever it goes. Based on Victor
Hugo’s classic novel, LES MISÉRABLES
is an epic and uplifting story about the
survival of the human spirit. The
magnificent score of LES MISÉRABLES
includes the classic songs “I Dreamed a
Dream,” “On My Own,” “Stars,” “Bring
Him Home,” “Do You Hear the People
Sing?,” “One Day More,” “Empty Chairs at
Empty Tables,” “Master Of The House”
and many more.
More than fifty years
ago one musical
changed theater
forever. Now it’s back
on Broadway
mesmerizing audiences
once again. From the
first note to the final
breath, WEST SIDE
STORY soars as the
greatest love story of
all time. Directed by
its two-time Tony
Award-winning librettist Arthur Laurents,
WEST SIDE STORY remains as powerful,
poignant and timely as ever. The new
Broadway cast album of WEST SIDE
STORY recently won the 2010 Grammy
Award for Best Musical Show Album.
The Bernstein and Sondheim score is
considered to be one of Broadway’s finest
and features such classics of the American
musical theatre as “Something's Coming,”
“Tonight,” “America,” “I Feel Pretty”
and “Somewhere.”
MCB Program III - Kravis Center March 4 - $85
Spotlights Paul Taylor’s Promethean Fire
– a work that has been suggested to be
Taylor’s response to 911. Set to Leopold
Stokowski’s magnificent orchestral
transcriptions of Bach, it has been hailed
everywhere as a masterpiece. The program
also includes Balanchine’s high spirited
Scotch Symphony and Tharp’s jazzy Nine
Sinatra Songs.
MCB Program IV – Kravis Center April 1 - $85
Is the Company Premiere of John Cranko’s
acclaimed full-evening version of the
world’s most famous love story, Romeo
and Juliet. According to The New York Times,
this is arguably the best dance treatment
of Prokofiev’s celebrated score. An
unforgettable ballet.
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Seder Dinner
March 29
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Easter Dinner
april 4
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Boca West
Cancer Research Unit
2010/2011
Board of
Governors
New York Art Event
Monday, July 12
Visit two Long Island homes
with renowned art collections
Bus transportation from Manhattan
and Manhasset, Long Island
Lunch included
Contact Roz Wolpov – 483-7041
or Jody Hoffman – 477-9766
Chairman
Harvey Krauser*
First Vice President
Steve Siegel*
Second Vice President
Jim Gordon*
Treasurer
Phil Kupperman*
Secretary
Arthur Brovender*, MD
President & General Manager
Jay DiPietro, CCM
SAVE THE DATE
Monday, November 8 –
Opening Breakfast
Friday, November 12 –
*Executive Committee
Movie and Lunch
Governors
Monday, December 13 –
Arthur Adler, Lee Allen
Golf & Tennis Annual Event
Jerry Glassman, Cynthia Hollander-Schechner
Marsha Hymes, Lane Klein
Howard Krosser, Mel Lechner
Ed Moskowitz, Bob Winikoff
Committee Chairs
Adv/Mktg/Comm
Ed Moskowitz
Arthur Adler, vice-chair
Audit
]
Bob Winikoff
BudgetHoward Krosser
Phil Kupperman, vice-chair
Finance
Phil Kupperman
Howard Krosser, vice-chair
Fitness/Aquatics/Spa Jim Gordon
Lane Klein, vice-chair
Golf Operations
Steve Siegel
Ed Moskowitz, vice-chair
Grievance
Leonard Meyers
House/ActivitiesArthur Brovender, MD
Cynthia HollanderSchechner, vice-chair
Human Resources
Cynthia HollanderSchechner
Jerry Glassman, vice-chair
Legal
Jerry Glassman
MembershipMarsha Hymes
Ombudsman
Lee Allen
Retail
Lee Allen
Strategic Planning
Bob Winikoff
Jerry Glassman, vice-chair
Tennis
Lane Klein
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Welcomes New Members
New Members
April 1 – 30, 2010
New Homes
April 1 – 30, 2010
#3341 Howard and Gail Baker
7786 Lakeside Blvd., #624
Hometown: New York, NY
#3658 Kenneth and Sharyl Brandt
19531 Cedar Glen Dr., #1
558-9192
#3288 Carla Cohn
20310 Fairway Oaks Dr., #162
488-6191
Hometown: Westport, CT
#3478 Alfred and Louise Cassandro
6721 Woodbridge Dr., #71
479-4232
#3381Larry and Tammy Dankoff
6805 Willow Wood Dr., #5064
Hometown: Montreal, Quebec
#3263 Irwin and Phyllis Ginsburg
7535 Rexford Rd., #34
Hometown: New York, NY
#3385 Jack and Linda Kivenko
19580 Sawgrass Dr., #2401
Hometown: Montreal, Quebec
#3260 Donald Rosenweig
405 Bridgewood Ct.
Hometown: New York, NY
#3316 Alan and Anita Sindel
20310 Fairway Oaks Dr., #164
Hometown: Glen Cove, NY
#3329 William and Judith Weber
21222D Clubside Dr., #64
Hometown: Melville, NY
#3554 Jack and Carole Gardner
19880 Sawgrass Dr., #3902
488-0488
#3403 Jay Weiss
7077 Rain Forest Dr., #C-1
883-2080
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VIP
Services
Program
RIDE A WAVE
Waverunner & Boat Rentals
843-4404
10% off
MEDJETASSIST
BASKETS
Mrs B’s Baskets
750-1213
15% discount
DECOR COMPANY
Daniel Events
393-1432
Hospital of Choice Air Medical
Evacuation and Travel Assistance
800-527-7478
or www.medjetassist.com/bocawest.
Special rate by mentioning Boca West
PRESCRIPTION/VISION CARD
Receive discount on prescription drugs.
$20 annual fee. Contact Activities for
application form. Available to equity
members only.
RESTAURANTS
FLOWERS
Boca Raton Florist
301 S. Federal Hwy
395-1943
15% discount
www.bocaratonflorist.com
III Forks - Boca Raton
416-2185
25% off on Sundays only
Ristorante Sapori
367-9779 - 15% off entire check
for lunch or dinner
Shorty’s Bar-B-Q
954-596-2448 - 20% off food & beverage
HOTELS
Hilton Suites
Embassy Suites
Marriott Boca Center
Renaissance Hotel Boca Raton
Wyndham Garden Hotel
Contact Activities at 488-6936.
TRANSPORTATION
A Corporate Rate Limo
Please call 24 hours in advance
866-546-6390.
Contact Activities at 488-6936.
I m p o r t a n t P h o n e N u m be r s
Club Reception
488-6990
Fax Number
451-0127
Catering
488-6994
Fax Number
488-6978
Club Services
Accounting
488-6985
Activities
488-6936
Communications
488-6975
Membership
488-6934
Fax Number
483-9521
Executive Offices
Jay DiPietro, Pres. & GM
488-6937
Harvey Krauser, Chairman
488-6905
Dining
Grill Room, Deli & The Steakhouse 488-6965
Hibiscus Dining Room
488-6984
Splash Pool Bar
488-7814
Onyx Lounge
488-7807
Restaurant
488-7805
Reservations Line
483-6300
Cancellation Line
483-0681
Reservations Fax Number 488-7824
Reservations Confirmations
488-7823
Fitness Center
488-6944
PB Institute of Sports Med
488-7882
Golf Club
Registration/Information
488-6924
Tee Time Reservations
488-5660
Tee Time Fax Number
488-6995
Tee Time Cancellations
483-6390
Tee Time Confirmations
488-6988
Bag Storage
488-6951
Lessons & Driving Range 488-6957
Locker Room, Women’s
488-6940
Card Room, Women’s
488-6941
Locker Room, Men’s
488-6942
Card Room, Men’s
488-6949
Golf Course Maintenance
488-6900
Pool Check-in/Aquatics
488-7802
Retail Shop
Golf Club
488-6960
Sports Center (Tennis)
488-7885
Spa
Appointments Only
488-7800
Reception Desk
488-7880
The Salon at Boca West
488-7820
Tennis Registration/Reservations
488-6996
Reservations Fax Number
488-7897
Court Time Cancellations
482-1650
Court Time Confirmations
482-2262
BW Master Assn. 488-1598
BW Master Assn. Security
483-9229
Guest Admittance
483-5505
24 Hr Voice Guest Registration 483-7026
BW Homeowners Association 487-1728
Fax Number
487-8274
Lang Realty
989-2100
Police Emergencies (24 hrs.)
911
Security Emergencies (24 hrs.)
483-9229
Sunshine Committee
488-7819
Village Store
451-9500
Village Store Fax Number
451-9507
Website address: http://members.bocawestcc.org
Email address: [email protected]
Please remember to dial area code (561)
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Finan ce Commi t t ee R epo r t
By Phil Kupperman, chairman
The following comments were presented
at the Membership Briefing on April 13.
I have spent many hours trying to figure the best
way to clearly explain our financial status to you.
Many of you have suggested that I not get into
the nitty-gritty details, as that is my job along with
management and your Board of Governors. What
you have asked me to address are your Concerns and
to give you Confidence in your clubs financial status.
In addressing your Concerns first, let me assure
you that despite the worst weather conditions this
season over those of the past, we remain financially
healthy. For the first six months of our fiscal year,
we are doing better than plan by approximately
$800,000 for three main reasons.
First and foremost is the fact that only 54 members
have not paid any of their dues so far this year,
which includes 22 from last year. In addition,
we only have 10 members still making partial
payments, and we have recovered almost $60,000
of previously written off monies recouped from
members who sold their homes this year. What does
this all mean? Well, this year’s budget anticipated
150 nonpaying members. For the current fiscal year
this favorable variance represents approximately
$555,000 or about 69% of the $800,000 that we are
currently ahead of budget. This excess, which
will amount to about $900,000 by year end, will
hopefully not be needed to offset any operational
shortages and therefore will allow us to create
some needed reserves on our balance sheet.
If we solely look at our recurring operations against
budget, we are approximately $245,000 better than
plan due to two other key success stories, which if
not for them, our picture would not look so good.
The first is something that we can all take credit
for – it is obvious we appreciate our state-of-the-art
fitness center and spa facility and it is even more
obvious that we love to be pampered; spa and
fitness revenue are exceeding plan by $63,000
year-to-date. In addition, thanks to the creative,
inspired leadership of Ed (“retail is my life”)
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Moskowitz and our Retail professionals, led
by Emily and Mike, our retail gross profits
are exceeding plan by almost $50,000.
Our third and final main reason we have weathered
the storm (no pun intended), is directly attributable
to the management of this Club and their ability to
quickly adjust to adverse situations. By staggering
the starting and ending employment periods of our
seasonal help and by recognizing early on the need
to close and consolidate our restaurants, we have
been able to reduce our labor costs by over $350,000
from plan.
These two main successes are the key reason why
we have been able to overcome this year’s adverse
weather. Did you know that through March we lost
over 11,000 scheduled golf rounds? That equates to
approximately $250,000 of lost revenue from green
fees and cart fees alone. And as you would expect,
in addition to lost golf rounds, our Food and
Beverage gross profit was also adversely effected
by the weather.
You can never make up these losses, so thank you
Spa, Fitness, Retail and Management.
So when you look at the total picture and balance
everything out, you should feel very Comfortable
and Confident that Boca West remains financially
healthy.
Now I would like to take just a few more minutes
to address questions many of you have raised
regarding our debt level and our obligation to repay
these funds in a timely manner.
In building our latest expansion, we borrowed
monies from our membership reserves that had been
accumulated over the years as well as $18 million
dollars from the Bank. The bank loan is a revolver,
which allows us to use our positive cash flow from
our dues to be out of the bank for several months
during the year. As the fiscal year progresses, we
begin to re-borrow once again up to the maximum
ceiling of $18 million. As of the end of March, we had
borrowed $8 million, and we anticipate continuing
to borrow up to the ceiling until next year’s dues start
to come in.
Beginning October 1, 2011 and for 7 years thereafter,
we are required to annually pay down this bank
debt by $2,250,000 using initiation fees from sales
of units. This anticipates having about 55 annual
home sales to new members. In addition, we need
10 mandatory membership home sales each year to
be able to replenish the Membership Reserves that
were borrowed for this expansion. While we still
anticipate that we will reach these sales numbers,
the worst that can happen is that it will take a
year or two longer to replenish our Membership
Reserves, which to me is no big deal as we are
just paying ourselves back at that point.
In addition, to further relieve any concerns about
our ability to address this debt repayment obligation,
you should be aware that Jay and your Board of
Governors froze the expenditure of any large capital
needs this current fiscal year. In our operating
budget each year is approximately $2 million of
depreciation expense. Normally this noncash
expenditure is used each year as the source for
making any large capital expenditures. However, by
not making any this past year, we will have set aside
these monies to further ensure our ability to satisfy
our bank obligation.
In conclusion, I trust that I have addressed your
Concerns and have given you the Confidence to
walk away from today’s meeting knowing that
Boca West remains financially healthy.
Sunshine Committee
Your friends and
neighbors at Boca West
would appreciate knowing important
happenings. Please call 488-7819
with a detailed message about
illness, death, milestone birthdays
or anniversaries. This line is open
24 hours a day.
Ombudsman
Committee
Lee Allen, chairman
Do you have any problems that
need solving or questions that need
answering regarding our Club?
Please submit them in writing and
leave them at the Executive Office.
Our committee will take up your
issues or suggestions with the
appropriate committee.
Club Services Office
Hours of Operation
Accounting, Activities,
Communications &
Membership
Monday – Friday
8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday
Closed
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[ ch a ir m a n’s Let t er]
fr om t he d e sk o f har v e y k r auser
During the time that I have served as your
chairman, I have had the opportunity
to meet, observe and work with many
Department Heads here at Boca West.
Jay DiPietro has a group of employees who
have been working for him for many years
and are a very integral part of the success
of our club. Most of you probably don’t
know who some of them are, so let me
take you behind the scenes.
This month I’d like to introduce you to
Darlene Wright who is the Executive Assistant to JD our
General Manager and President. She is in charge of the
executive office personnel. She takes the minutes at our
monthly Board meetings as well as coordinates the details
of the Annual Meetings, the Board elections
and any Special Meetings of the Members
that may be called. She is a tremendous aid
to all of us on the Board making sure that
correspondence with you is taken care of
and also overseeing the execution of all
Committee meeting minutes.
Darlene Wright
Darlene plays a key role in assisting Jay with
the enormous amount of details in running
this 50 million dollar company called
Boca West Country Club.
Her office is in the executive suite where she is busy
handling a multitude of responsibilities. She is definitely
a multi task person who can be seen answering phone
calls, e-mailing and sorting through tons of correspondence
at the same time.
Darlene is entering her 24th year at Boca
West. She started working here as a part-time
“Gal Friday” and when there was an opening
for a full-time receptionist she took that
position. At that time Sharon was JD’s
Executive Assistant and when they began
dating, Sharon made the decision to resign
and she highly recommended Darlene to
replace her. It’s interesting to note that
Darlene has worked for every Chairman
of the Board at Boca West. She is truly
an encyclopedia of Boca West information.
Darlene was born in Georgia. After her parents’ divorce,
she and her Mom and sister lived in many states eventually
settling in Florida. A few years ago Darlene married Billy
Wright, who many of you know was our past Director of Golf
Maintenance and Landscape. One of her loves is deep-water
fishing and she also enjoys reading but playing with her two
Jack Russells is her biggest passion!
She is able to adapt to the different personalities of each
Chairman and member of the Board of Governors and says
that although there are differences each year, she found that
every Board was very effective in serving our members.
Darlene admits that Boca West is her family. She loves her job
and enjoys the people she works with.
We are fortunate to have such a dedicated employee who helps
make Boca West the best.
So, don’t you just love being here at Boca West? I do.
Harvey Krauser
Harvey Krauser, Chairman
Board of Governors
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