December 2015 - Ponte Vedra Inn and Club

Oceanfront Excellence
Membership News, Events
& Happenings for
December 2015
Ryan and Kim Rogers with Evan and Juli Ritter
Gordy Steadman with Emily & Dave Foley
Danny & Robin Berenberg
Phillip, Tim, Lynn & Abigail Dunham
Isla, Kris, and Shannon Harvick at the Fall Festival
COMING IN DECEMBER
Book Club
Wednesday, December 2
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Tavern New Release Party
Thursday, December 3
Kids’ Holiday Activity Day
Saturday, December 5
Book Signing
Saturday, December 5
Holiday Message
PVMGA Christmas Tournament
Saturday, December 5
Gingerbread House Decorating
Sunday, December 6
Member Shopping Day
Tuesday, December 8
Trivia Night
Tuesday, December 8
PVWGA Christmas Luncheon
Thursday, December 10
Spa Boutique Special Event
Friday, December 11
Breakfast with Santa
Saturday, December 12
Holiday Hayrides
December 12 & 20
Italian Night
Monday, December 14
“Boyz” Tennis Mixer
Wednesday, December 16
Holiday Trunk Show
Friday, December 18
Spa Boutique Special Event
Friday, December 18
Tennis Appreciation Mixer
Saturday, December 19
Dear Members,
From our family of 550 employees, we would like to thank each of you
for your generous support of the Ponte Vedra Inn & Club this past
year. Looking ahead to 2016, we will continue to focus on enhancing
the member experience by adding programs and activities for all
ages and interests. We’re delighted so many of you are enjoying
such member-only benefits as lodging incentives, restaurant specials,
shopping bargains, spa discount days and the 15% dining discount.
We truly thank you for your ongoing support and encouragement. We
remain fully committed to bringing you the very finest membership
experience and look forward to serving you in the coming year. Please
accept our wishes for the very happiest of holiday seasons!
Sincerely,
The Ponte Vedra Inn & Club Staff
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Santa’s Workshop
Saturday, December 19
Candy Cane Wreaths
Wednesday, December 23
Christmas Eve Fun
Thursday, December 24
Holiday Movie Night
Saturday, December 26
Noon-Year’s-Eve
Thursday, December 31
Juniors Tennis Camp
December 28–January 1
Junior Golf Clinics
Every Tuesday
Bridge Lessons
Every Monday
COMING IN JANUARY
Polar Bear Plunge
Friday, January 1
New Year’s Holiday Mixer
Saturday, January 2
The next Trivia Night for Adults is scheduled for Tuesday, December
8 in the Golf Club Dining Room. Members, arranged in teams of 2-8
persons, will vie for fame, prizes and club bragging rights. Food and
beverage service will be available during the evening. The doors
open at 6:30 p.m. with the first question asked at 7 p.m. Reservations
are requested by calling 285-1111 ext. 7604.
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Polar Bear
PLUNGE
The 15th Annual New Year’s Day Polar Bear
Plunge is scheduled for Friday morning, January
1, at 10:30 a.m. at the Surf Club beach. It’s here
that members will dash into the Atlantic Ocean to
celebrate the New Year. Hot chocolate served
afterwards. Commemorative Polar Bear T-shirts
will be on sale. Call the Gym Desk at 273-7707
for more information.
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Book Club Meeting
The next book club meeting is
Wednesday, December 2 from 10:30
a.m. - noon in the Inn’s Courtyard
Suite. The group will discuss
Brown Girl Dreaming by Jacquelyn
Woodson. The cost is only $5 per
person. Please call 285-1111 ext.
7604 to register. Planning ahead?
January’s read is “The Girl in the
Spider Web” by David Lagercrantz.
Take time in December to enjoy an overnight
visit to the Ponte Vedra Inn & Club. Member
rates for a Historic Inn room start at $199 per
night with resort fee and tax additional. Rates
are subject to availability. Please call 285-1111
for reservations and more information.
From the Membership Desk of Erin Spalding
Greetings from the Membership office! For more than eighty-five years, the Ponte Vedra
Inn & Club has been North Florida’s most exclusive amenity-rich club and continues to
provide members with the finest in service and facilities. I wanted to inform you that effective
December 15th, the Inn & Club’s Membership Initiation Fee will be going up from $23,000+tax
to $25,000+tax. Now is a great time for you to recommend a new member to the Club
before the initiation fee escalates. Should you have a friend, neighbor or business associate
that you would like us to reach out to and extend an invitation to join at the current initiation
fee, please feel free to contact me in the membership office at 904-273-7716 or espalding@
pvresorts.com.
With the holidays here, you may also want to consider giving the gift of membership! We can
certainly help you in the membership office create that special gift for your children or loved one.
We look forward to having the opportunity to share the Ponte Vedra Inn & Club with your family, friends, or colleagues!
Have a Happy Holiday Season,
Erin Spalding
Director of Membership
A “Sleighful” of Holiday Fun
Join in on the fun of the season with these activities!
Breakfast with Santa
Members are invited to join Santa and Mrs. Claus for a delightful breakfast buffet on
Saturday, December 12 from 8-11 a.m. Here’s just a sampling of what to expect:
Seasonal Fruit & Berries – Assorted Juices – Yogurts
Cereals, Muffins, Bagels & Danish – Fluffy Scrambled Eggs
Buttermilk Pancakes – Sausage Links – Applewood Bacon – and more!
Throughout the morning, the “First Couple of the North Pole” will be available to pose
for photographs. Children can also enjoy the Crafts Table and the Candy Bar. The
price is $19.50 for adults and $9.50 for children (ages 4-10 yrs). Children 3 and under
dine free. Service charge and tax are additional. Call 273-7750 for reservations.
Santa and Mrs. Claus to pose for
photographs with children
Santa’s Workshop
Have your little elves (ages 4-10) come to our Santa’s Workshop on
Saturday, December 19 from noon to 2 p.m. in the Florida Room. Each
youngster will be given guidance and all the arts & crafts supplies to
create a lovely holiday gift for the family. The cost is $25 per child.
Reservations are required, please call 285-1111 ext. 7604.
Gingerbread House
Decorating
A Gingerbread House Decorating party is scheduled for
Sunday, December 6 from 2 - 4 p.m. in the Conference
Center’s Ballroom. The cost is only $35 per house,
which includes all of the trimmings. Space for this fun
event is limited and reservations are required. Please
call the Nursery at 285-1111 ext. 7604.
A “Sleighful” of Holiday Fun
Join in on the fun of the season with these activities!
hayrides
Santa will again lead all Members through the streets
of Ponte Vedra in his decorated holiday hay wagon.
There are TWO hayrides scheduled on separate dates:
Saturday, December 12 (a ride every 30-minutes from
12:30 - 3:30 p.m.) and Sunday, December 20 (a ride
every 30-minutes from 1 to 5 p.m.). The cost is $5 per
person (infants under 18 months are free) which includes
beverages and cookies. Meet at the Surf Club Entrance.
Reservations are required, please call 285-1111 ext. 7604.
Holiday Crafts!
There’s no better time to get in the Christmas
Spirit than Wednesday, December 23 by
creating Candy Cane Wreaths and decorating
Christmas Cookies.
Twas the night before Christmas! Treat Santa’s
team by helping package reindeer food
and create hot chocolate kits on Thursday,
December 24.
Celebrate Noon-Year’s-Eve on
Thursday,
December 31. Create time capsules and toast
in the new year!
All events Noon – 1 p.m. $10 per person. For
reservations, call the Nursery at 285-1111 ext.
7604.
Drop your elves (ages 3-12 yrs.) off in the Surf
Club’s Florida Room on Saturday, December 26
from 6 – 8 p.m. for a showing of the popular movie
“How the Grinch Stole Christmas”. Pizza, snacks
and beverages will be served. $20 per child.
Please call the Nursery at 285-1111 ext. 7604 for
reservations.
HOLIDAY FUN FOR KIDS
The Santa Express
Story Time,
Crafts & More !
On Saturday, December 5 from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., The Inn will be hosting
Polar Express themed event for the young ones sure to bring out the spirit of the
season. An admission of $25 per child (18 months and younger free)
provides access to the following fun:
Story Time with Mrs. Claus
Fun for Elves
Join the First Lady of the North Pole as
she reads a holiday story to the young
ones. It’s a great chance for parents to
browse through the wonderful selection
of holiday gift items. 12:30 - 2 p.m.
A variety of imaginative craft stations will be
displayed in the Lagoon Room. In addition to
craft stations, there will be a ‘Letters to Santa’
table, where boys and girls can write to Santa
about how good they have been this year.
Polar Express
Refreshements
All aboard the Polar Express! This festively
decorated trackless mini-train will transport
the young ones on PV Boulevard. 11:30
a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
No party is complete refreshments! All
elves will enjoy a Hot Chocolate and
Popcorn bar.
For more information or to make reservations please call the Nursery at 285-1111 ext. 7604
Christmas Eve Dining
Celebrate Christmas Eve at the Ponte Vedra Inn & Club with family and friends.
Select from two wonderfully crafted dining experiences on this, Santa’s “big night”!
Holiday Buffet at the Inn
APPETIZERS
Iced Shrimp and Mussels, Smoked Seafood, Platters of Cured Meats and Charcuterie
Relishes, Selection of Fruits and Dried Berries, Imported and Domestic Cheeses
SALADS
Field Greens and Watercress, Penne Pasta with Haricot Verts and Oil Cured Tomatoes,
Roasted Corn and Sun-Dried Tomatoes
ENTREES
Prime Rib of Beef, Tom Turkey, Maple Cured Pork Loin, Pappardelle Pasta with Shrimp
ACCOMPANIMENTS
Pecan Bread Stuffing, Scalloped Yukon Gold Potatoes, Candied Yams, Buttered Beans,
Roasted Winter Squash, Freshly Baked Breads and Rolls
DESSERTS
Holiday Pastries, Pies, Tortes and Cakes
Dinner is served 3–8 p.m.
$65 per adult. Special Buffet Menu for Children 4-10 yrs. at $16.25. Children 3 and under are free.
Jackets on gentlemen please
Special Choice Plated Dinner
at The Seahorse Grille & The Seafoam Room
1st COURSE (Choice of)
Porcini Bisque – Black Truffle and Compressed Mushroom
Carrot Soup - Roasted Baby Heirloom Carrot and Saffron
2nd COURSE (Choice of)
Pomegranate and Quince Salad - Endive, Treviso, Romaine, and Grilled Bread
Endive and Caviar salad ala Madame de mari John Louis - Creme Fraiche Mixed American Caviar
MAIN COURSE (Choice of)
Florida Grouper - Fennel, Raised Celery Root, Caramelized Shallot and House-made Bacon
Fluke Royale - Herbed Butter, Yukon Potato Puree, Baby Vegetables
Roasted Filet Mignon - Potato Gratin, Broccoli and St. Andre
Roasted Turkey - Cornbread Stuffing, Honey Garlic Glazed Carrot and Turnip, Giblet Gravy
DESSERT (Choice of)
Chocolate Yule Log - Candied Orange/ Lingonberry Compote / Chestnut Anglaise
Apple Cider Cheesecake - Gingersnap Crust / Calvados-Honey Reduction / Honeyed Walnuts
Dinner is served 6–10 p.m.
$65 per Adult. Special Choice Menu for Children 4-10 yrs. at $16.25. Children 3 and under are free.
Jackets on gentlemen in the Seafoam Room
Above prices are subject to service charge and tax. Call 273-7750 for reservations
Christmas Day Dining
The holiday shopping is complete, the presents unwrapped and the frantic pace of the
season is over. Now it's time to treat yourself (Mrs. Claus and the little ones too!) for a job
well done. Select from two dining options this evening, each providing great variety.
Holiday Buffet at the Inn
APPETIZERS Grilled Shrimp, Crab Claws, Grilled Vegetables
SALADS Mozzarella and Tomato Prosciutto, Avocado Salad, Soppressata, Grilled Chorizo, Assorted Salads
ENTREES Maine Lobster Risotto, Beef Tenderloin, Rack of Lamb, Smoked Turkey Breast, Crab Cake Station
ACCOMPANIMENTS Mashed Potatoes, Sweet Potatoes
DESSERTS Holiday Cookie Station, Crepe Station, Mini Assorted Pastries
Dinner is served 4-8 p.m.
$65 per adult. Special Buffet Menu for Children 4-10 yrs. at $16.25. Children 3 and under are free.
Jackets on gentlemen please
Special Choice Plated Dinner
at The Seahorse Grille & The Seafoam Room
1st COURSE (Choice of)
Spicy Crab Chowder - Chili Butter and Puffs
Leek and Potato Soup - Smoked Baby Potatoes
2nd COURSE (Choice of)
Treviso and Romaine Salad - Blue Cheese and Tobasco Preserved Tomato
Jicama and Grapefruit Salad - Avocado and Pomegranate
MAIN COURSE (Choice of)
Pork Cheeks - Bacon and Shallot Dressing, Pickled and Roast Beet, Citrus
Florida Grouper - Celery Root Mash and Truffle Cream
Beef Rib-eye and Spicy Lobster Salad - Potato, Celery, Onion
Brick Chicken - Brown Butter Herbs, Dried Morel and Carrot
DESSERT (Choice of)
Chocolate Yule Log - Candied Orange / Lingonberry Compote / Chestnut Anglaise
Gingerbread Tiramisu - Cranberry Orange Compote / Candied Walnuts
Dinner is served 6–10 p.m.
$65 per Adult. Special Choice Menu for Children 4-10 yrs. at $16.25 Children 3 and under are free.
Jackets on gentlemen in the Seafoam Room
Above prices are subject to service charge and tax. Call 273-7750 for reservations
Inn Dining Room• New Year’s Eve Bash
7 p.m.
Ring in the New Year with a delightful variety of cooking stations and culinary displays placed throughout the Great Lounge
and History Hall. Live piano music will also add to the fun. Hats, horns and party favors for all.
SALADS Crab Salad – Marinated Calamari Salad – Grilled Vegetables – Tropical Fruit
COOKING STATIONS Carved Roasted Prime Rib – Lobster Medallions with Creamy Risotto
SEAFOOD DISPLAYS Shrimp - Crab Claws - Smoked Salmon & Mussels - Marinated Sea Scallops
SUSHI Yellow Tail Tuna, Salmon, Shrimp, California Rolls with Fresh Ginger and Wasabi
DESSERT AND CHEESE A Variety of Homemade Desserts and Fresh Cheeses
$45 per Adult
Special Choice Menu for Children (4-10 yrs.) at $11.25. No charge for children under 3 years
The Seahorse Grille & Seafoam Room
Dining, Dancing and Merriment 7 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.
For this evening of revelry, members may choose to dine in either the casual Seahorse Grille or the more formal
Seafoam Room. A wonderfully inspired Special Choice plated menu has been crafted featuring a combination of
the Chef’s leading-edge cuisine and traditional favorites. To everyone’s enjoyment, a band will perform and a
dance floor will beckon. Party favors will be provided. as well as complimentary glass of champagne at midnight!
1st COURSE (Shared for the Table)
Cavier Pie with Crackers
Warm Cheese with Toasted Bread and Accompaniments
Oysters with Mignonette
2nd COURSE (Choice of)
Black and White Salad - Hearts of Palm, Leek and Celery Root Salad with Black Truffle Vinaigrette
Salad Gold - Yellow Carrot, Yellow Beet, Yellow Onion
Yellow Cauliflower, Yellow Squash, Orange Saffron Vinaigrette
MAIN COURSE (Choice of)
Wild Striped Bass - Garlic Parsley, Roasted Chilies
Lamb Loin - Mushrooms and Pine Scent with Dumplings
Veal Scaloppini with Truffle Butter - Boiled Baby Potato
Lobster - Chive, Ginger, Scallion, Garlic and Rice Middlings
Crispy Sweetbreads - Avocado and Spicy Crab Dressing
DESSERT
Chocolate Painter’s Palette - Basil Infused Strawberry Champagne Sorbet / Holiday Truffles
$160 per Person
Jackets requested on gentlemen in the Seafoam Room
Above prices are subject to service charge and tax. Call 273-7750 for reservations
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Tavern New Release Party
This months new release event is being held on Thursday, December 3 from 6-7:30 p.m. and will featuring
Marlin & Barrel Vodka. This small batch Florida sugar cane vodka is hand crafted, distilled and bottled by
hand in Fernandina Beach. Marlin & Barrels small batch approach means a clear, light, and smooth Vodka
for your palate.
Shop Local
An Evening of
Italian Cuisine
On Monday, December 21, from 5:30-9 p.m.,
the Chef will be featuring another of his popular
Italian themed dining experiences in the Golf
Club Restaurant. The cost is $28 per adult
which includes a glass of Chianti. Service
charge and tax additional. $7 for children.
Reservations are requested.
In December, two local companies will
be in the Gourmet Shop to showcase
their unique products. The Topsy Toffee owner will offer
a sampling of his gourmet toffee on Friday, December
11 from 9 a.m. to Noon. Later that weekend on Sunday,
December 13, a local honey maker, Stubbees, will have a
tasting of their unique blend of handmade creamed honey
from 9 a.m. – Noon. Please stop by and enjoy!
Dazzling Desserts
Tuesday, December 1 is National Pie Day and to celebrate the Gourmet Shop
will discount all pie orders 10% from December 1 – 7. Each pie is handmade
by PVIC’s Pastry Chef and include classics such as Pumpkin Cheesecake, and
Apple Pie, as well as more adventurous delights like Bourbon Pecan Pie. Please
stop by the Gourmet Shop or call 280-3617 to order.
New Dinner Menu
at the Seahorse Grille
Chef Erik Osol has began to roll out a bold new dinner menu at
the Seahorse Grille. His menu focuses on coaxing the most flavor
out of individual ingredients. Examples of his artisic creations are
Port Orange Swordfish with Baby Beans, Gremolata & Mirepoix
Escabeche; Mayport Shrimp with Orange Purée, St. Augustine
Distillery Rum, Red Fresno Jalapeño, Garlic, and Carrot (pictured
left); and Hudson Valley Foie Gras and French Gnocchi with San
Sebastian Vintners infusions and Seasonal Garnish. Dinner is served
daily 6 - 10 p.m. Please call 273-7750 for reservations.
For reservations, please call 273-7750
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WEEKLY PALATE
PLEASERS
Wednesday: 2-for-1 Surf & Turf
at the seahorse grille
The Seahorse Grille continues to feature 2-for-1 Lobster dinner
specials. Showcased are Steamed Lobster Tail with Crab meat,
and Sautéed Lobster Tail with Shrimp and Scallop among others.
Purchase any entrée and receive a second entrée at no cost. $34.50
(service charge and tax additional)
Dining
– THE INN –
Inn Dining Room
7–10:30 a.m. (Daily)
Gourmet Shop
6 a.m.–7 p.m. (Daily)
– THE SURF CLUB –
Seahorse Grille
11 a.m.–2 p.m.
(Sunday Brunch)
6–10 p.m. (Nightly)
Thursday:
Seafoam Room
tapas at the seahorse grill bar
Enjoy a shared dining experience as the bar food menu is replaced by
a Tapas style menu. These innovative offerings are geared towards
tasting multiple items at small plate pricing. Offerings from $8-$12
(service charge and tax additional)
6 – 10 p.m. (Sat)
High Tides
11 a.m.–Dusk (Daily)
Oceanfront Snack Bar
11:30 a.m.- 3 p.m. (Daily)
Friday:
prime rib night at the golf club
All-You-Can-Eat Prime Rib Buffet is a family favorite. Featured is an
array of salads, appetizers, prime rib and desserts. A kid-friendly menu
of chicken fingers, pizza squares, mac ‘n cheese and dessert will also
be featured for the young ones. $31.50 (service charge and tax additional)
– THE GOLF CLUB –
Golf Club Restaurant
11:30 a.m.–3 p.m. (Daily)
3–6 p.m. (Sandwiches)
5:30–9 p.m. (Fri, Sat)
Lounges
Saturday:
myo burger bar at the golf club
Bring the whole family in Saturday nights! Enjoy a MYO burger
station with kicked up varieties of condiments . MYO Burger bar to
include a craft beer. $14.50 (service charge and tax additional)
– THE INN –
The Tavern
4 p.m. - Close (Daily)
– THE SURF CLUB –
Daily at the Golf Club:
Kicked up Happy Hour in the Golf Club from 3-6 p.m. 2-for-1 from our Snacks Menu along with 2-for-1
draft beer, house wine, and well drinks.
Seahorse Grille Bar
5-11 p.m. (Nightly)
High Tides
11 a.m.–Dusk (Daily)
venti-licious
The Gourmet Shop is now offering Venti sizes
on all of its Starbucks Coffees, Lattes and
Cappuccinos. Enjoy your favorite coffee today
while overlooking the Historic Island 9th Hole.
For reservations, please call 273-7750
– THE GOLF CLUB –
Golf Club Bar
11:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.
(Sun-Thurs)
11:30 a.m. - 9 p.m.
(Fri-Sat)
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Holiday Nursery Hours
Christmas Eve
5 a.m. - 3 p.m. (no classes after noon)
Christmas Eve
Christmas Day
10 am. - 4 p.m. (no classes)
Christmas DayClosed
New Year's Eve
5 a.m. - 5 p.m. (no classes after noon)
New Year's Eve
New Year's Day
7 a.m. - 3 p.m. (no classes)
New Year's DayClosed
8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
The Twelve Days of Fit-Mas
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Here’s a fun and motivating contest to get in top shape prior to the holiday
dining season. Each day from December 1-12, our gym elves will select
one group fitness class from the daily schedule. All members attending
that particular class will have their name placed in a hat for a grand prize
drawing to take place after December 12. The more fitness classes one
attends during The Twelve Days of “Fit-Mas”, the greater the chance of
winning the prize. Join in on this holiday-themed fitness fun!
Gear Up for the Gate
SUPER
SATURDAY
Participating in the GATE River Run with all of your
friends on TEAM GATE is the most fun you can have
while running or walking! Join the hundreds of GATE
Club runners and walkers on March 12 who enjoy
training together and doing either the signature 15K
race or the 5K. To sign up for the complimentary
TEAM GATE fun and get all the details, go to www.
teamgateriverrun.com. Also watch for the TEAM
GATE information in The Gym early next month.
Saturday, December 19 The
Gym will be hosting a day of fun
and fitness for the members to
enjoy! Come and enjoy a series
of energetic classes. Super
Saturday begins at 7 a.m. for
Sunrise Yoga, followed by a day
long program of strength training,
cardio, Zumba, Pilates and more.
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Lodging Gift Cards
This holiday season, surprise a friend or family member
with a Lodging Gift Card good for an overnight visit to
the Ponte Vedra Inn & Club. Enjoy an Oceanfront
Guest Room with Golf and Tennis Court Time included
for only $199 (plus cart rental, resort fee and tax). This
special offer ends on December 24, 2015. Cards can
be redeemed between December 1, 2015 and February 28, 2016.
(After this date, a resort credit equal to the purchase amount will
be applied to a future visit). Please call 285-1111 to purchase a
lodging card.
Member Appreciation Weekend
Join us for a Member Appreciation Shopping Spree from Friday,
December 11 - Sunday, December 13. Featured will be merchandise
from The Gourmet Shop, Ponte Vedra Shop, the PVIC Kids Shop,
and the Surf Shop. Each location will be offering a 20% discount on
all regular priced merchandise. Enjoy complimentary gift wrapping,
gift with purchase, refreshments and a raffle. 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily.
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Book Signing
On Saturday, December 5 from
11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Kid’s Shop,
local author of children’s books,
Christie and Anna Shea, will
be reading passages from their
book: Bradford the Camping
Kangaroo. Afterward, she will
sign copies for all interested.
Shopping is Just a Click Away
Looking for great way to do your holiday shopping from the comfort of your home?
Exciting news! Your holiday shopping just got a little easier. Gift Cards and a great
selection of your favorite Ponte Vedra apparel are now available online. Visit
PonteVedraShop.com for a selection of items from The Ponte Vedra Shop, The Gourmet
Shop, The Surf Shop, The Kids’ Shop, The Golf Pro Shop, and The Tennis Pro Shop.
PVIC will host a Holiday Trunk Show on Friday, December 18 from 10 a.m. –
6 p.m. The Surf Shop will feature Kate Spade and Lilly Pulitzer gift items. Enjoy
complimentary gift wrapping, a raffle, and gift with purchase.
Holiday Gifting Made Easy
Looking no further than the Ponte Vedra Shops
for the perfect gift! Look for items such as Bailey
Boys apparel, Lily Pulitzer tumblers, Ponte Vedra
Inn & Club snow Globes, Mudpie Christmas Mugs
(all pictured left) and so much more!
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DECEMBER SERVICE
CHOCOLATE BODY MOUSSE | 50 minutes | $135 plus service charge
Your body will be exfoliated with a nourishing scrub containing
Great Salt Lake Salts and aromatic chocolate oils. Then you will be
wrapped with a chocolate mousse that nourishes and detoxifies the
body while relieving stress. It’s a sweet treat -- minus the calories!
As an added incentive for the month of December receive a
complimentary Bailey’s Hot Chocolate when you book this service.
HOLIDAY HOURS
AT THE SPA
Monday, December 21 –
Wednesday, December 23
10 a.m. – 6 p.m
Thursday, December 24
9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
(Lobby closes at 6 p.m.
for Gift Card Purchases)
Friday, December 25
CLOSED
Saturday, December 26 –
Thursday, December 31
9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Gentlemen’s Discount Day
Every Thursday • 20% off full priced service
Friday, January 1
10 p.m. –5 p.m.
Every Monday through Wednesday in December,
PVIC members will enjoy attractive 15% discount on
spa services. Treat yourself to a 50 Minute Signature
Massage, Ponte Vedra Essential Facial or a Quench
Body Polish for $125 including service charge.
Member discount not available on the following dates
in December: 21, 22, 23, 28, 29 and 30.
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Holiday Gift Card
Promotion
The Spa will have an extra incentive for those
who start their holiday shopping early. For every
$150 spent on Gift Cards in December, guests
will receive a complimentary certificate of $15.
Visit Us at the
Town Center
The Kiosk will be open for Spa Gift Card
sales through Saturday, December 26.
Located in front Victoria’s Secret.
December in the Spa Boutique
Find the perfect gift for your someone special. The Spa Boutique has an array of holiday Spa gift items
which make the perfect stocking stuffer or hostess gift. Visit to see our fabulous gift options including
beautiful home fragrances, luscious blankets, intimate sleepwear and holiday gift sets.
Tuesday, December 8th – Member Shopping Day
Members will enjoy a 15% discount on retail products in the Spa Boutique. (Discounts do not apply to gift
cards or on-sale items). 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Friday, December 11th – Clarisonic Event
The Spa Boutique will have a representative from Clarisonic educating guests on the many benefits of the
Clarisonic devices. This is the perfect time to get that special someone a great gift. We will have many new
colors and styles to choose from. Enjoy 20% off all Clarisonic products this day only! 11am to 4pm.
Friday, December 18th – Obagi Event
Join us in the Spa Boutique from 10am to 3pm as a representative from Obagi Medical discusses the best
ways to create a glowing complexion. Complimentary consultations will be offered to help find the right
Obagi system for your skin type. Special Peel promotions will be offered this day only! Enjoy 20% off all
Obagi products this day only!
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The always popular Holiday Merchandise Sale returns! Through Christmas
Day, members can enjoy the following discounts: Buy 1 get 15% off, Buy
2 get 20% off of both, or Buy 3 or more and get 25% off all items. These
apply to soft good apparel items only. Annual Golf Member discounts will also
apply. To add to the holiday spirit, the Pro Shop is offering free gift wrapping
and free shipping. Sale applies only to items priced at $39.99 or more.
Parent / Child Golf Outing
The next Parent/Child Golf Outing is Saturday,
December 26 at 12:30 p.m. on The Lagoon Course.
This event pairs any combination of parent/child or
grandparent/grandchild for an afternoon of golf fun.
$70 per team of two (golf members) and $100 per
team (social members) which includes golf, carts and
prizes. Call the Pro Shop at 285-5200 to register.
Member/Member Champs
Held in late October on both golf courses, the
annual tournament was a huge success with a
players and spouses enjoying dinner at the Surf
Club Patio.
Gross Winners
Chip Bifano and Glenn Furth (142)
Net Winners
Brightman Skinner and Richard Rosberg (123)
Memorial Golf Results
The Annual Memorial Golf Tournament was held on for Saturday, November 14. This event honors the
many golf members who, over the years, have contributed in making PVIC golf such a rich tradition.
1st Gross David Plant, Richard Rosberg, Brightman Skinner, John Doster
1st Net Jep Barbour, Paul Grube, Chris Wandell, Ben Bishop
2nd Net
Eric Sobczak, Mike Molloy, West Thrower, Tom Fleming
3rd Net Glenn, Furth, Jim Brennan, Bob Pohl, Glenn Milton
HOLIDAY TOURNAMENTS
Here’s the lineup of holiday-themed events taking place this month:
PVMGA
PVWGA
The Ponte Vedra Men’s Golf
Association will host its annual
Christmas Tournament on Saturday,
December 5. This, the most popular
event of the year, begins with a 8:30
a.m. breakfast in the clubhouse followed
by a 9 a.m. shotgun start conducted
on both courses. Beverages will be
served during play and after the round
concludes. Register in the Pro Shop.
The Ponte Vedra Women’s Golf
Association
annual
Christmas
Luncheon is planned for Thursday,
December 10. This popular event is
preceded by a “Step Aside” Captain’s
Choice competition at 8:30 a.m. on the
Ocean Course. All participants are
encouraged to dress in holiday-themed
attire. Register in the Pro Shop.
T
Racquet Club
Holiday Hours
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N
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Member / Staff Appreciation Mixer
Christmas Eve
(7:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.)
Christmas Day
(Pro Shop Closed – Courts Open for Play)
New Year’s Eve
(7:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.)
Mike Leach will conduct a festive tennis mixer for club
members and the professional teaching staff on Saturday,
December 19 from 10:30 a.m. to noon. Beverages and
lunch will follow. All adult levels are encouraged to
participate. Please register in the Pro Shop.
New Year’s Day
(7:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.)
SAVE THE DATE . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Mingle After the Jingle
Join us on Saturday, January 23 from 5-7 p.m. at the Inn as the
Racquet Club presents the 2015 annual member awards. Included
will be “Most-Improved”, “Tennis Prodigy”, “Great Moments” and
“Member of the Year”. More to come next month.
“THE BOYZ” ROUND-ROBIN
Beer & Pizza Mixer
Rich & Tina Toomey (as Caesar & Warrior
This month’s “boyz” night out at the Racquet Club is
scheduled for Wednesday, December 16 from 6:308:30 p.m. This activity includes a round-robin mixer
and man’s favorite food and drink: pizza and beer!
Call 273-7720 to register.
Princess) at the Halloween Mixer
Holiday Camp
for Juniors
A five-day Junior Tennis Camp (ages 8-14) will be offered 1-4 p.m. daily on
December 28-January 1. All aspects of strokes and game strategy will be
covered by the professional staff. The cost is $160 per junior. Additionally,
campers will enjoy a 25% discount on all junior tennis apparel and junior
rackets. Call the Racquet Club at 273-7720 for more information or to register.
New Year’s Holiday Mixer 2016!
The Racquet Club is celebrating the New Year with a Round Robin mixer on
Saturday, January 2 at 10:30 a.m. This holiday classic will feature prizes for the top
performers but is meant to be fun and not overly competitive. Singles and couples
are encouraged to register. No charge for Tennis Members; for others - only a court
fee gains admission to the fun! Contact the Racquet Club at 273-7720.
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PONTE VEDRA INN & CLUB STAFF
Erin Spalding, Director of Membership Sales
John Drugan, Director of Food & Beverage
Jim Howard, Director of Golf
Michael Leach, Director of Tennis
Jay Reister, Golf Course/Grounds Superintendent
Hermann Muller, Executive Chef
Roger Exum, Director of Fitness Operations
Linda Hofmann, Recreation Manager
William Ackland, Controller
Shaun O’Donnell, Director of Resort Operations
Maria Litwack, Retail Manager
Melissa Deese, Spa Director
Fred Cozby, Director of Lodging
Steve LeBlanc, Director of Facilities
Terry Carson, Director of Engineering
Emily Van Der Ploeg, Marketing Coordinator
Oceanfront Excellence
SUN
MON
December
2015
6
Gingerbread
House
Decorating
2–4 p.m.
Sunday Brunch
Seahorse Grille
11 a.m.–2 p.m.
13
Sunday Brunch
Seahorse Grille
11 a.m.–2 p.m.
20
7
Aquacize
8 a.m.
Bridge
1 p.m.
Restorative Yoga
4 p.m.
14
Step Combo Circuit
8:30 a.m.
TUE
1
Beach
Boot Camp
9 a.m.
Yoga Flow
5:45 p.m.
Lobster Night
Seahorse Grille
6–10 p.m.
8
Beach
Boot Camp
9 a.m.
Member
Shopping Day
9 a.m.-7 p.m.
Adult Trivia
6:30 p.m.
15
Beach
Boot Camp
9 a.m.
Italian Night
5:30-9 p.m.
Yoga Flow
5:45 p.m.
22
Bridge
1 p.m.
Sunday Brunch
Seahorse Grille
11 a.m.–2 p.m.
Restorative Yoga
4 p.m.
Beach
Boot Camp
9 a.m.
Junior Golf Clinic
4-5 p.m.
Yoga Flow
5:45 p.m.
27
28
29
Indoor Cycling
9 a.m.
Bridge
1 p.m.
Sunday Brunch
Seahorse Grille
11 a.m.–2 p.m.
Restorative Yoga
4 p.m.
Tennis Drill Clinic
9 a.m.
Junior Golf Clinic
4-5 p.m.
Junior Golf Clinic
4-5 p.m.
21
2
Book Club
10:30a.m.-Noon
Bridge
1 p.m.
Hayrides
Noon–3 pm
WED
Beach
Boot Camp
9 a.m.
9
Aquacize
8 a.m.
THURS
3
Tapas Night
Seahorse Grille
6-10 p.m.
10
Tennis Drill Clinic
9 a.m.
PVWGA Golf
Christmas Luncheon
(8:30 a.m.
Captain’s Choice)
Lobster Night
Seahorse Grille
6–10 p.m.
Tapas Night
Seahorse Grille
6-10 p.m.
16
17
Peaceful Yoga
7 a.m.
“Boyz” Tennis Mixer
6:30-8:30 p.m.
Tapas Night
Seahorse Grille
6-10 p.m.
24
Tennis Drill Clinic
9 a.m.
Lobster Night
Seahorse Grille
6–10 p.m.
30
Aquacize
8 a.m.
Junior Golf Clinic
4-5 p.m.
Tennis Drill Clinic
9 a.m.
Yoga Flow
5:45 p.m.
Lobster Night
Seahorse Grille
6–10 p.m.
Spa Boutique
Special Event
11 a.m.–4 p.m.
Christmas Eve
Fun
Noon–1 p.m.
Christmas Eve Dining
(see inside)
31
Peaceful Yoga
7 a.m.
New Year’s Eve
Dining
(see inside)
Visit Us Online at www.PVICMEMBER.com
5
SAT
Book Signing
11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Kids Holiday
Activity Day
11:30 a.m. –
2:30 p.m.
Prime Rib Night
Golf Club
5:30–9 p.m.
PVMGA Golf
Tournament
12
11
Prime Rib Night
Golf Club
5:30–9 p.m.
Breakfast
with Santa
8–11 a.m.
Spa Boutique
Special Event
10 a.m.–3 p.m.
Hayrides
Noon–3 p.m.
18
Lobster Night
Seahorse Grille
6–10 p.m.
23
4
FRI
Holiday Trunk Show
10 am – 6 pm
Prime Rib Night
Golf Club
5:30–9 p.m.
19 Super Saturday
at the Gym
7 a.m.
Tennis Member/
Staff Appreciation
10:30 a.m.–Noon
Santa’s Workshop
6–8 p.m.
25
Christmas Day
Dining
(see inside)
Prime Rib Night
Golf Club
5:30–9 p.m.
26
Parent/Child
Golf Outing
12:30 pm
Kid’s Movie Night
6-8 p.m.
Club Activities
Golf Activities
Tennis Activities
Spa Activities
Shopping