Mike Krone - Pointe Royale Golf Village:: Branson, MO

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Golf Board Member Profile
Mike Krone
“A Chip Off The Ole Block”
By Don Droke
He has been an associate member
of the Pointe Royale Golf Course
longer than anyone else and was the
first person to become a member
when the course was being built back
in 1985.
Everyone has seen him. He is everywhere, always on the go and never
slowing down. He is a perpetual visitor and stops by more homes in
Pointe Royale during a week than a
traveling parson. He never says much
but just keeps on moving. In fact, he
usually drops by more than 70 homes
a week. Sometimes more than once
a week.
Folks look forward to seeing the
smiling face who has become a fixture around the Pointe over the years.
Many invite him in for a drink of lemonade or a bite to eat on a hot day.
Some even remember his birthday or
anniversary with gifts but no one ever
forgets this hard working man.
What most people don’t know, is
that this man in motion is Mike
Krone and he isn’t just mowing your
yard, he is “sculpting” it.
We better go back a few years to
tell this story. It was in Lawrence,
Kansas that Mike grew up and fell
in love with the game of golf. He
loved going to school and was popular among the kids going to elemen-
tary school, but instead of studying all
the time, he was dreaming of being a
professional golfer. He played every
day and never lost sight of his lofty goal.
After all, if Wilt Chamberlain could
become famous playing basketball in
his hometown, why couldn’t he become
famous playing golf.
This dreamer loved to watch Wilt as
he led the University of Kansas to National Championships and dreamed of
leaving home some day to tour on the
Professional Golf Circuit just as successfully as Wilt had played for KU.
During this same time, the Viet Nam
war was raging and Mike was declared
ineligible for combat because of shoulder and back problems created by carrying the heavy golf bag on his shoulder for hours every day. By the age of
eighteen, he had carried the bag slung
over his right shoulder for thousands of
hours causing the shoulder to be compressed leading to problems with his
back.
Being unable to serve his country, he
went to Florida to play golf on the Satellite Tour. After having some success
on the tour, he grew bored and decided
to see the country, hitchhiking over
most of the United States, even going
to Alaska and then Canada and Mexico.
After facing bears while sleeping outdoors in Alaska and being threatened
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Pointe Royale Golf Village
Report from the
General Manager
By Bud Evans
General Manager
Hopefully we have seen
the last of the cold
weather. The golf course
and most of our florals
took a hard hit by the
freeze, but within a few
weeks everything should
green back up.
Bud Evans,
I want to reemphasize Pointe Royale
that I am always available General Manager
for your input. Just call to
set up a time to meet and I will gladly sit
down and address any situations that are
important to you. We feel we are making
great strides in all areas here at the Pointe.
Condo entrances and decks are being
powerwashed and sealed. The P.O.A.
Pointe Royale Golf Village
142 Clubhouse Dr.
Branson, MO 65616
Office: 417.334.0634 • FAX: 417.334.0624
Security: 417.334.5778
Pro Shop: 417.334.4477
Bud Evans – General Manager
Travis Hogan – Golf Course Supt.
Jeff Walster – Golf Pro
POA Board of Directors:
Louie Keener, President
Rick Watson, Vice-President
Carol Glorioso, Treasurer
Jerome Venteicher, Secretary
Joel Merrifield
Sherry Grisham
Bob Starnes
Phil Witham
Kathleen Kolb
COA Board of Directors:
Ron Glorioso, President
Craig Untiedt, Vice-President
Jerome Venteicher, Secretary
Jackie Smith
Bernie Sarbaugh
Joan Anderson, Treasurer
Golf Committee:
Louie Keener, President
Susan Adams
Al Dedrick
John O’Sullivan
Jack Simonsen
Mike Krone
Administrative Offices:
Pointe Royale Associations
142 Clubhouse Dr.
Branson, MO 65616
Office Hours:
Mon – Fri: 8:00 A.M. – 4:30 P.M.
Office Personnel:
Khristine Phillips • Jan Brock • Ruth Gabriel
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Pointe Royale maintains the exclusive right and privilege to refuse any advertising that may be deemed offensive or detrimental to the Pointe Royale
community and the Property Owners Association and/or the Condominium
Owners Association.
crew is getting the outdoor pools ready
for the May 19th opening. The golf crew
is getting the course ready for summer
play.
All of the Pointe Royale staff has the
ultimate goal to make Pointe Royale even
more beautiful. With your assistance and
positive attitude, we will accomplish our
goals.
Please become more aware of your
speed during this time of the year. School
will be out soon and children will be outside running and playing. Be more observant and very careful so we can keep everyone safe at the Pointe.
Hot off the grill
Restaurant News
By Mark Turner
General Manager,
Danna’s Grill
Please Consider
Our Children
Stay Safe!
Drive Under
25 mph
Cabana bar will be open mid-May.
A special “Thank you” to all those
who continue to support Danna’s Grill.
We appreciate it.
Special Thanks to
Guido, Larry Mac,
and the gang for
golfing everyday
and being a friend
of the Pointe Royale Clubhouse.
Golf quote of the
month:
“You
make a lot of Best BBQ in town. All the
money in this fun is free.
game. Just ask my
ex-wives. Both of them are so rich that
neither of their husbands' work.” Lee
Trevino
Hot off the press
from Danna’s Grill.
This year has
started out great
with lots of new
faces in the restaurant.
Jessica,
Ambrus is one of the
Mark Turner, GM
new faces just to
Danna’s Grill
name one. Lynn
Cobb is still here at
Danna’s, I think she came with the building and everyone really appreciates her.
If you haven’t noticed or stopped by
the restaurant, we have new menus for
breakfast and are close to finalizing our
hard copy dinner menus. Look for the
Italian Club sandwich, Chicken Wings
and one of our top sellers, Pan Seared
Ahi Tuna. If you haven’t tried it just ask
Louie Keener, I think he has had it over
20 times. We also have new steaks, K C Danna’s Grill at Pointe Royale is the ideal place for a
company social. Great food and lots of fun.
Strip and Center Cut Filets.
Couples golf buffet has
been a big success, and Over 400 guests attended the Patio Party sponsored by Wyndham Resorts.
we appreciate all the support. We do a $7.99 buffet each week with different food items for them
to choose from. The turn
out has been huge and
lots of fun.
Look for BBQ on Sundays. I don’t know the
starting date yet.
Don’t forget, Danna’s
Grill when it comes to
parties, social events and
company get togethers.
Last, but not least, the
Pointe Royale Golf Village
Condo Outlook
By Alfonso Rivera
Condo Maintenance Supervisor
May has arrived
in full force with
the flowers blooming despite the hard
freeze.
With the warm
weather comes a
welcomed spring
cleaning. We have
Alfonso “Fonz” Rivera,
Condo Maintenance
begun “ PowerSupervisor
Washing” and it is
going well. We began at Turnberry, the area where we refer to as “The Teens.” It is truly amazing how a good wash will improve the
look and feel of a building. Stop by and
take a look at what we have accomplished so far. The buildings look nice
and renewed.
I am happy to inform you that the siding on the buildings is now
complete and the gutters
are nearly complete. We are
still in the process of painting the buildings that need
painted and hope to have
them complete in the near
future.
I am excited to say that
our Greenhouse is now up
and functioning which
means we can begin cultivating new plants and flowers for our landscaping development. The Greenhouse is also a major contribution to our environment so green thumbs up to
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Hair Salon
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all.
Please remember that we share this
community and it belongs to all of us.
We need to respect that. We love our diverse community and our pets are a part
of that community we know and love.
Please be courteous to others by disposing of your pet waste in a clean and sanitary way. There are designated places for
waste disposal conveniently located for
your convenience. Also, please remember that some people are not comfortable around an unleashed dog. Please
keep them leased for their safety and the
safety of others.
For those of you who missed the news
letter telling you of the “Power-washing”
schedule it is as follows:
Bldgs 9, 14-19; Bldgs 28, 50-59;
Bldgs 3, 6, 38-44; Bldgs 60-69;
Bldgs1, 5, 7, 8; Bldgs 10, 11; Bldgs
29, 4, 2; Bldgs 45-47; and
Bldgs 31-37. This includes sealing the
decks. Enjoy your spring season and be safe
out there!
Pointe Royale is
Condo Living At It’s Best
Family Hair Care
And Facials
Ladies
Bridge
Barbara Mead
Every
2nd & 4th
Wednesday of
each Month
Cosmetologist/Esthetician
417-335-3131
158 Pointe Royale Dr.
Helms Building, Lower Level
Branson, MO 65616
10:00 AM
Clubhouse
OWN A MASTERPIECE
417.336.9888
OPEN MAY 7, AT THE GRAND VILLAGE
Report from the President
Property Owners
Association Report
By Louie Keener
POA President
Golf revenues are up
even with the cold
weather during April.
Our greens are the best
they have ever been
thanks to our golf maintenance crew and superLouie Keener
POA President
intendent,
Travis
Hogan.
If you have not visited the restaurant lately, I can tell you the menu has
changed with Ahi Tuna that is to die
for. Steaks are purchased from the
same supplier as Sullivan’s at the landing – they are great at about one-third
the price. Barbecue is now available
on Sundays. The Cabana Bar for the
pool will open in May.
Our quarterly P.O.A. meeting was
well attended, and we appreciate all
the member input. We will be installing a new granite scoreboard at no cost
to the P.O.A. It will serve as a memorial space for our deceased members.
It appears spring is now here with
the Pointe flowers all in bloom. See
you on the course.
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Pointe Royale
Royale Resident
Pointe
Golf Village
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Professional Repairs,
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Pointe Royale Golf Village
Pointe Royale
Golf Association
The Pointe Royale Golf Association meets quarterly with
an outstanding board of directors who continually work
to maintain the golf course as one of the premier courses
in the Branson area.
Louie Keener, President POA
& Pointe Royale Golf
Association
Pointe Royale Golf Association Board meets quarterly in the Clubhouse. l to r: Marilyn Droke, recording secretary; Mike
Krone; Susan Adams; Louie Keener, President;; Travis Hogan, Golf Course Superintendent; Jack Simonson; and Al
Dedrick.
Ladies Golf
League in Full
Swing
By JRae
Ladies Golf League opening day was
April 3rd and it was a great success.
Thank you to Danna’s for serving a
nutritional breakfast and luncheon feast.
Excellent food and good service!
Thanks to Travis and Jeff for attending
the meeting and sharing golf tips (and
lending a listening ear).
Thanks to all you ladies for starting the
season off with a Full SWING! Be sure
to sign up at the Pro Shop no later than
Sunday for each Tuesday you plan to play.
8 AM Tee time. If you sign up, and have
to cancel, please, please, call the Pro Shop
334-4477 before Tuesday morning.
Any questions, contact one of the officers, President, Susan Smith; Pres. Elect,
Kari McFaden; Vice Pres., Judi Applegett
and Sec/Treasurer, Joan Anderson. See
you on the course.
Golf Events
Ladies Golf League:
Tuesday. 8 am
Men’s 9 hole scramble:
Tuesday, 5:00 pm.
Couples golf:
Wednesday, 5:00 pm
9 hole scramble.
Men’s Senior:
Thursday, April 12th, 10:00 am
Sign up at the Pro shop,
334-4477
Pointe Royale Golf Village
Flowers and Such
Report from the
Horticulturist
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Pointe Royale
Ready And Waiting For Summer
By Kate Kammler
Pointe Royale Horticulturist
Spring is finally
here and it is great
to be out of doors.
While we are
thinking of spring, it
might be good to remind you about this
being the ideal time
Kate Kammler
to plant bedding
plants and any trees
and shrubs you wish to add to your
landscape.
The hard freeze damaged trees and
shrubs but they should come out
again with time. I do not recommend
pruning them until you can see what
is not going to bud out. Crepe myrtles
were hit especially hard by the freeze
but they are starting to send out new
growth.
I am in the process of planting the
flower beds around the course, working on the bedding plants first, including begonias, impatiens, dianthus, wave petunias, and snapdragons. I have also been setting out cannas from the greenhouse in several
beds. It is still a little cold for the
banana trees and tropical hibiscus.
I realize many of you have missed
the tulips this year. I started a little
late in the year to order and plant the
quantities needed so next year you
can look for many more of the beautiful spring plants.
Thank you for all the kind comments and wonderful support.
Should you have any questions or
concerns about your plants, feel free
to give me a call or ask when you
see me out on the course.
CAROL JONES
REALTORS
AT POINTE ROYALE
158 Pointe Royale Drive, Ste. B
Branson, MO 65616
Located at the entrance to Pt. Royale
[email protected]
417.334.0079 Office
The pool is nearly ready for swimmers. visitors are already using the pool
area for getting a head start on a good tan for summer.
This is a great time to be out working in the yard, planting
flowers and getting ready for a beautiful summer.
Patio tables and umbrellas await the hot summer
sun and lots of fun.
It’s time to get out the racket and buy new tennis balls. It’s
the season to loosen up the joints and hit a few.
Keep In Mind!
Bad Weather Can Be
Dangerous
During Tornado Warnings
The Clubhouse Basement
will be available for residents seeking
protection during storms
Ladies!
It’s Spring
& Time to Play Golf
ENTER THROUGH
THE UPPER LEVEL DOORS AND
PROCEED TO THE LOWER LEVEL
Don’t Take Chances!
STAY SAFE
Carol Jones Realtors
Invites you to add your Condo, Patio Home or
Single Family Dwelling to our Rental Program.
Carol Jones Property Management will manage
your property on long or short term lease.
For more information, please call: Carol Jones Property Management at
417/334-6181
158 Pointe Royale Drive, Ste B
Cyndi Burr
Broker/Manager
Branson, MO 65616
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Let’s Go Fishin’
Taneycomo Fishing Report
By Al Dedrick
Resident Fisherman
I hope you were able to get out and fish had one triple and a number of double
hook ups. We were catching our trout on
during this fine weather.
I have had a number of people ask how an olive wooly. As the water arrived, Bill
many trout are released into Taneycomo and my woolies came apart so we watched
each year. Last year I had an interview Barb put on a fishing clinic on how to
with James Civiello who works for the catch trout. Barb caught trout until the current became strong and she
Missouri Department Of
had to get out of the water.
Conservation. According to
Not sure how many trout
James, there are 700,000
Barb caught while the warainbow trout released
ter was rising, but I know
throughout the year in
she either caught a trout on
Taneycomo with 475,000 of
each drift or had the opporthe rainbow trout coming
tunity to catch one. Great
from the Shepherd of the
job Barb!
Hills Fish Hatchery. The
Fished April 5th and 6th
other 225,000 come from the
and was very successful usNeosho Fish Hatchery. Raining the olive wooly and the
bow trout are released beblack zebra midge. Fished
tween Short Creek and the
Saturday April 7 with Bill
Power Site area. The highDedrick at work in his “office”
Huyett
and
Mickey
est numbers of rainbow trout Al
on Lake Taneycomo.
Scullawl. I’m not sure how
released are in the months of
many trout we caught, but
June, July and August with
81,000 rainbow trout released each we did catch a bunch. We were catching
month. The lowest number is December the trout on the olive wooly, black zebra
midge and a green midge. I put on an olwith 23,000 rainbow trout released.
The average rainbow trout released in ive wooly and the only time I took it off
Taneycomo is 9½” to 10½” long. The was when the trout had torn it up and had
Shepherd of the Hills Hatchery is now to tie on another olive wooly. It was cold
being under renovated. About a year af- and windy, but the fish were biting and
ter the renovation is completed they will fighting.
On April 9, I fished with two people
be releasing 12½” long rainbow trout.
This is great news for those of us who from Fairway, Kansas. We were fishing
at the riffle and the fish were biting. Fish
fish Taneycomo.
March and April have been great fish- were caught on WD-40s, soft hackles,
ing at the Pointe. The Corps generation black and red zebra midges, scuds and
schedule has been sporadic the last of olive wooly. The people from Fairway just
March and the first of April. There have could not believe how many fish we were
been days that the Corps did not generate catching. The trout would be active for
at all. Other days the Corp has been run- an hour or so then fishing would slack off
ning one and two generators. If you were for about forty minutes and then pick up
able to wade fish while the Corps were again. This went on all day which seems
running one or two generators or after the to be the normal right now. The people
generators were shut down, the fishing has from Fairway were very pleased with all
usually been good. If the Corps does not of the fish they caught. I must say I meet
run any generators for a day or two, the some pretty nice people while fishing at
number of trout you catch seems to drop the Pointe.
I fished April 14 in the afternoon and
off. Still, over all, the fishing has been
really good. Get down and fish if you can. the trout were still biting. They were still
The oxygen content will start to decrease hitting on the olive wooly, black zebra
in June; therefore, the number of trout midge and the green midge. Mickey came
down and started catching trout on the
caught each day will decrease.
On April 3, I fished with Bill and Barb green midge. I changed over to a black
Phillips at the riffle. Fishing was good for zebra midge and caught fish on just about
about an hour before generators were every drift. It’s difficult to leave and go
started. Unfortunately, I did not keep track home when the fishing is so good. Just
of how many fish we caught. I know we listen to the people who have tickets to
Pointe Royale Golf Village
see a show and have to leave when the
trout are biting. They are not pleased, although they know they have to leave.
What a problem.
On Monday, April 16, the Corps started
running three generators in the daytime.
I look for this to continue until the end of
the week. By the end of the week Table
Rock should be at or below normal pool.
There is one item I would like some help
with. We have a number of people who
visit us and have never fished the trophy
area. Most of the people do not understand
the regulations in the trophy area. It is up
to each and every one of us to make sure
that people follow the regulations in the
trophy area. If I think someone is not following the regulations, I will stop and
strike up a conversation to make sure they
understand the regulations in the area.
Most people are very appreciative. You
will run into people who could care less
about the regulations. When this occurs,
I will call to see if a Missouri Conservation Officer is in our area. Officer Quenten
Fronterhouse serves the Branson area 417336-0957 and Buck Nofsinger serves the
Forsythe area 417-546-2990. If there is
not an officer in the area, there is not much
you can do. If you see someone you think
is not following the regulations, just stop
and strike up a conversation and it might
do the trick. Also, please help keep Taneycomo clean of litter.
Until next month, hope to see you at the
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“Chip off the ole block”
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of the premier wood carvers in the coun- and museums across the country.
try, invited him to join other carvers in
In reflecting back, Krone thinks about
Branson. Wood carving was becoming key decisions he made back then and
very popular and Branwonders if he would have ever recson seemed to be the cenognized his talents and abilities had
ter of all the attention.
he not built that first ship in the
Wood carving intrigued
bottle and if Peter Engler had failed
Mike and he decided to
to recognize the special talents of
give it a try. In 1972, afthe golfer from the plains of Kanter starting his first
sas.
project with a small
“I just lost interest,” Krone repocket knife, he gradusponded when ask about his art
ated to finer tools of the
work. Adding, “I work on a few
trade and “caught the feportrait drawings and find lots of
ver” under the watchful
satisfaction in doing that. “I love
eye of Engler.
doing something that I can look at
Krone, outside
Krone first worked at Mike
when I’m done.” Today that is limenjoying the
the Wilderness Wood- rewards of the “easy life.”
ited to beautiful lawns at Pointe
carving shop, owned by
Royale.
Engler, in Reeds Spring.
A few years ago, after playing
His first carvings were
golf one day, Mike was talking to
mostly limited to small character figures Jeff Waltser, Pointe Royale golf pro, menbut before long he was doing bigger and tioning that he had nothing to do and was
more elaborate carvings.
b o r e d
Soon, he was carving intricate figures with golf.
depicting life and western scenes in art Jeff said,
forms. Notice that his work was no longer “ w h y
considered as “carvings” but elaborate don’t you
works of art.
mow my
It wasn’t many years before Mike Krone y a r d ?
had become a famous and respected name Hummm,
among wood carvers. His famous works t h a t
sold for thousands of dollars. Many for s o u n d e d
more than $20,000 each, with a list of e a s y
those waiting to add items to their collec- e n o u g h
tion. He was featured in museums and and didn’t
considered as one of the best in the world. take much
Krone ven- c o mmi t tured into clay m e n t .
sculpture and W h e n
Carvings depicting times in the wild west and
found a new J e f f
the American cowboy have won acclaim for
form of art to ex- h a n d e d Mike Krone and his wife, Rita, work side
Krone the world over.
press his charm him pay by side “sculpting” the yards of Pointe
owners. “She’s my best friend,
and talent. He for the Royale
says Mike.”
won the hearts of well-done
art collectors all job, he reover the world alized this was something he really enthrough
his joyed.
unique ability to
Soon, Krone was mowing several yards
create whatever and, by the end of the summer, was mowhe could visual- ing 30 yards. He loved mowing because
ize. The demand there was no pressure and no one was
for Krone works pushing him. He could go as fast or slow
of art became so as he wanted and found a satisfaction in
great that he a job well done.
commissioned a
Not one to ever take on a challenge half
foundry to create way, he was mowing 70 yards every week
several bronze and sometimes even more. Being a napieces which be- tionally recognized artist and wood carver
came treasured never crossed his mind as he pushed the
as
collector mower faster and faster.
pieces in homes
by outlaws in Mexico, he came back
home to work at his favorite golf course
in Lawrence.
It was here that he learned about the
care and management of golf course
greens and the proper care of grass. He
also found lots of money in repairing
greens and, at the same time, found lots
of pride in seeing the results of a job well
done.
Again bored with golf, Mike was challenged by the idea of building ships and
items inside glass bottles. His ability was
immediately recognized by a well-respected artist in Branson, Missouri.
It wasn’t long before Peter Engler, one
Being an avid golfer, Mike Krone carved this
piece, sold for thousands of dollars and now
stands tall in a pro golfers home.
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Sure, he has lots of pictures recording career and never change. “I’ve had the
his talents but doesn’t get them out ex- chance to do so many wonderful things
and they have all been very rewarding.”
cept for those who ask.
The best reward today is mowing a yard
Best of all, he again has time for golf.
Golf was his first love and he enjoys the and knowing he has done a good job. Next
comes the reward of playing a
game more than
round of golf with his special
ever.
friends at the Pointe where he
He recalls how,
serves on the Golf Association
back in ‘85, while
Board and helps direct the future
working as a
of the course. He’s proud of the
carver, he won the
course and proud that he has been
City Championa part of its development.
ship in Springfield
Leaning forward onto the table,
and in ‘86 became
he said, “ People love being
the first member
wanted. They love being recogof the Pointe Roynized for their abilities, whatever
ale Country Club.
they may be. It may be cooking
That was even befood for the family. It may the spefore it opened. He
cial abilities as a father or mother.
loved golf but was
It may be whatever you choose to
going broke bedo but nothing is greater than be
cause it was reKrone relaxes as he recalls his famous carvings
rewarded by recognition and ap- Mike
placing his art
and bronze sculptures recognized by collectors all over
preciation. Positive feedback the world.
work.
E v e r y t h i n g A wooden bust of a cowboy displays changes lives.”
Will he ever get back to sculptchanged when he the fine detail and superb quality of
ing and carving? Will he ever
married Rita, who Krone’s work.
again be in dehe claims as his
mand as one of the Commissioned by Dollywood Theme Park in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, this full“best friend” and
biggest supporter. “I wouldn’t be who I greatest artists in the sized figure of a carver and a young child greets visitors into a section of the park.
am today if not for her,” he commented world? Mike moves the
while taking his glasses off to emphasize hat around on his head,
the point. “I don’t know what she ever saw adjusts his glasses, then
in me, but she’s had a big impact on my responds by saying,
“probably not. But I will
life,” he added in his humble manner.
Rita has retired from her work with the be the best lawn man in
government and helps Mike with yard the country.” Adding,
work at the Pointe. “It’s a pleasure work- with a smile, “I might
ing with someone who means so much to spend a little more time
playing golf at the Pointe.
you,” he signed with a big grin.
Krone Lawn Service is well known at This is my home and I
the Pointe. Over the years, the business enjoy being around my
has grown with full-service lawn care in- friends.”
cluding fertilizer application,
chemical treatment, shrub trim- Attention to every small detail and realism
ming, flower presentation and mow- marks the works of Mike Krone.
ing.
Heat and humidity make some
days difficult, but he loves the work.
“There’s not a day that I don’t wake
up at first light excited about what I
will do and accomplish during that
day,” Mike says. Adding, “there’s
nothing like working hard then relaxing for a fun game of golf with
friends.” “Sometimes I think I’m addicted to golf.”
Krone shifted in his chair and
elaborated that it isn’t often that a
person has the opportunity to do as
many things like he has. Many
times, people settle into a job and
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Pointe Royale Golf Village
Better Health
Health
Talk
Flexibility, the key to safe exercise
By Dennis Kolb,
Certified Nutrition &
Wellness Consultant
It’s spring and everyone is getting into
their outdoor exercise programs. Preparing
the body for exercise is important for persons at any age and fitness level. The key
to preventing injuries before exercising is
to warm up. One of the best ways to warm
up is to do flexibility or stretching exercises.
Dennis Kolb, CNWC
The key to proper stretching lies in the
way you perform the exercise. When
stretching certain parts of your body, you should not feel pain.
Staying relaxed is very important to stretching properly. Make
sure your body is not tight. Your shoulders, hands and feet should
be kept relaxed as you stretch. Breathe slowly.
Here are a few exercises developed by the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. The exercises will help warm up
various parts of your body and prepare it for exercise.
Knee and calf:
Hold the top of your left foot with right hand and gently pull heel toward buttocks. Hold for 30 seconds. Repeat with other leg.
Stand close to a solid support, and lean on it
with your forearms, head resting on hands. Bend one
leg and place your foot on the ground in front of you,
with the other leg straight behind. Slowly move your
hips forward, keeping your lower back flat. Hold for
15 to 30 seconds. Do not bounce.
Shoulder:
In a standing or sitting position, interlace your fingers. With your palms facing upward, push your arms
slightly back and up. Hold for 15 seconds.
With your arms overhead, hold the elbow of one arm
with the hand of your other arm. Gently pull the elbow
behind your arm. Do slowly. Hold for 15 seconds. Stretch
both arms.
Lower back:
Gently pull your elbow across your chest toward your
Tighten your hip muscles and at the same
opposite shoulder. Hold for 10 seconds. Repeat with other
time, tighten your abdominal muscles to flatten your lower back. Hold for 5 to 8 seconds, then relax. Repeat elbow.
two or three times.
Pull your right leg toward your chest. If possible, keep the Hamstring:
Sit down and straighten your left leg. The sole of your right
back of your head on the floor. Try to keep your
foot should rest next to the inside of your straightened
lower back flat. Hold for 30 seconds. Repeat
leg. Lean slightly forward and touch your foot with
with your left leg.
your fingers. Keep your left foot upright with the ankle
and toes relaxed. Hold for 30 seconds. Repeat with
Hip and groin:
With arms supplying slight resistance on inside of right leg.
legs, slowly push down your knees. Hold for 5 to 8
Always be careful not to force any stretch or to bounce during
seconds.
Place one leg forward, while your knee of the other leg is rest- the extension. Be gentle when beginning a new stretch, then
gradually increase resistance.
ing on the floor. Without changing the position of
Other good stretching exercises for golfers may be added to
the knee on the floor or the forward leg, lower the
these and can increase flexibility and improve your game.
front of your hip downward. Hold for 30 seconds.
May 19th
Point Royale
Annual Garage Sale
It’s been said that a little “junk” adds up to be a lot of “junk”
and before long you have lots of junk.
It’s time for the annual Pointe Royale Garage Sale and many,
both inside and outside the Pointe, can’t wait. It’s going to be
bigger and
Now’s the time to get rid of all
better than
ever.
This big event is huge and it’s only one day, Saturday, May
19th. The sale has grown over the years with the whole town
talking about the biggest sale around and the best bargains
anywhere.
Hundreds of eager shoppers gather at the front gate waiting
for the chance to scoop up the bargains.
Don’t forget, sellers must have a $1.00 Branson Permit in
order to sell their “stuff.” Applications are available at the
Guard Shack. Fill it out and take it to the City Hall to get
your permit.
This is the only time when your “valuables” may be displayed and sold out of your garage or on the yard and driveway. Condo owners may set up on the grassy areas between
Mulligan, Devonshire and Overlook streets.
your “stuff”
Be ready. Start getting ready
right now. Get your “stuff” together. This is going to be big.
Plan for a great day filled with fun and lots of community
spirit. It all starts at 8:00 am.
Don’t forget. “What is one man’s junk is another man’s
treasure. There will be lots of treasures.
Pointe Royale Golf Village
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Attention!
Pointe Royale Property Owners
My name is James W. Tausz, CFP . . . founder, owner and president of Bradford Mortgage, one of the largest independent financial planning and mortgage companies in the Midwest. I have
owned a home at Pointe Royale for 11 years.
It has been my pleasure to arrange funding for several properties
in Pointe Royale. We work with more than 300 lenders who favor
loans on Pointe Property. We are proud to give buyers of your
community priority service. I have instructed Taunya, my Senior
Loan Officer, to give special attention to those interested in financing Pointe Royale property. Feel free to give her a call today
at 1-800-348-4419.
James W. Tausz
“Zero Down”
Programs
to qualified
buyers!
Perfect Credit
NOT Required
We know your property in Pointe Royale
and understand it’s exceptional value. We
also recognize it as a valuable asset and a
good investment. Let us help you get the
financing you deserve!
Minimum loan size may apply. Borrower must be approved. Equal housing opportunity.
Bradford Mortgage
A Division of the Bradford Group
215 N. Main St. • P.O. Box 540
Clarion, IA 50525
515-532-6661 or 1-800-348-4419 • FAX: 515-532-6667
E-mail: [email protected]
[email protected]
www.bradfordmortgage.com
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Pointe Royale Golf Village
News Briefs
Branson City News
Low city property taxes and sewer fees
By Jerry Adams
Public Information Director
City of Branson
A portion of
the new 5story downtown parking
garage across
from the convention center
on Sycamore
Street is now
open. This
will provide
Jerry Adams
Public Information Director,
about 300
City of Branson
pa r ki ng
spaces on the
top three floors of the garage for downtown visitors. The remaining two floors
are scheduled to open in August at the
same time as the convention center and
convention center hotel. When completed,
the parking garage will have 500 spaces.
For the 12th consecutive year, the city
of Branson has been named Tree City
USA by the National Arbor Day Foundation. The award focuses on a commitment
by city officials and residents to plant,
maintain and protect trees. To become a
Tree City USA, a community must meet
four standards: a tree board, a tree care
ordinance, a comprehensive community
forestry program, and an Arbor Day observance.
North Beach Park along Lake Taneycomo has reopened. The park had been
closed since 2004 due
to the Branson Landing
development. City
crews have installed refurbished
fishing
docks, new picnic
tables and barbecue
grills, and a horseshoe
pit. The North Beach
walking trail along the
lake that also connects
with the boardwalk at
Branson Landing has
been repaved.
"Where to Retire"
magazine, in its March/
April issue, selected New downtown parking garage now open and available to downtown shoppers.
Branson as a top retirement spot in the
country. The magazine touted Branson's
entertainment, scenic beauty, low cost of
OUR LUMINUM ANS
living and health care as qualities imporRE ALUABLE
tant to retirees.
The Branson Public Works Department
DON’T TOSS THEM IN THE TRASH
is now underwater. The administrative offices of public works has moved to the
bottom space of the new 1-million gallon
Give your Aluminum Cans
Pacific Street Water tower on West Pacific
to Homes of Hope
Street at US Highway 65. Branson becomes the first Missouri city to utilize the
core of a water tower for office space.
Special Thanks to Pointe Royale
There's a total of four floors with offices
as one of the largest contributors of
Aluminum Cans in the Branson area.
on the second, third and fourth and a training room on the ground level.
Y
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Two Homes of
Hope bins for aluminum cans are located at the basketball court for your
conven ience.
Please save your
cans and drop them
off to help a worthy family. With your
help, we “CAN” fulfill a dream.
“Pitch In” & Feel Good
Together, we “CAN”
change the lives of a
deserving family
Pointe Royale Golf Village
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Pointe Royale
Residents and Owners
of Pointe Royale
Notices and Important
Information
Backflow
Inspection
Property Owners have
received Backflow Valve
inspection requests from
Tri-State Utilities.
Many have asked about who does this
work. Property owners have used the
company below with success and found
them to meet the demands associated
with the request.
Notice!
1. Trash containers must be
stored inside!
2. All dog owners must pick
up after their pet and dogs
must be on a leash at ALL
TIMES while in public.
To Contact News Staff
News, Comments and Suggestions
Email: [email protected]
Bubba’s Backflow Testing
Richard Brashers
Home # 417-239-0455
Cell #417-593-1233
Cost is $50. Brashers will complete
the inspection forms and file them
with Tri-State.
NOTE: Richard Brashers will have
shoulder surgery April 30. Tri-State
has agreed to extend the deadline for
the inspection if you have scheduled
Brashers for the work.
This is not a local law, but a Federal
Law. If not completed, your water
will be turned off.
Architectural
Committee
Meeting
The Architectural Committee
will meet on the first Monday
of each month. Keep this in
mind when considering new
construction, repair or remodeling. Meetings are held in
the clubhouse commencing at
6:00 PM.
The Pointe Royale Golf Village Newsletter is published
on behalf of the Property Owners Association and the
Condominium Association to disseminate information
to the owners and guests of Pointe Royale Golf Village.
The Newsletter is not to be used for grievances and disputes, or as a political forum. The publishers reserve
the right to refuse any advertising.
Yard Waste
Disposal
Pointe Royale residents are welcome
to dump lawn waste, leaves and small
limbs in the special dumpster at the
golf maintenance building. Remove
all materials from plastic bags. Please
do not leave anything other than yard
waste.
Office Service Charges
Copies: .10 ea.
FAX: 1.00 per page
Computer Room Prints: .25 ea.
The office charges for copies ran on
the copy machine and for FAX transmissions sent and received. Charges
for use of the computer room printer
also apply. Please keep these charges
in mind and be prepared to pay upon
use.
Events Calendar
March, 2007
Branson Dinner Club:
2nd Tuesday of each month at 6:45 PM.
Pointe Royale will serve as host for the Branson Dinner Club each month for all of 2007.
Expect 60-80 people each meeting. Open to
new members. Couples or singles. Enjoy a
wonderful dinner then play bridge, gin or poker.
Dress up and join the fun in the clubhouse.
Contact Joy Thomas, 339-5234 President or
JoAnn Richard, 546-2540 VP
Jan Hamilton, 332-0556
Texas Hold’em:
Every 1st and 3rd Tuesday at 7:00 pm. Cost:
$3.00 to play. New players always welcome.
Royale Room. Contact Dwain Rowe 760/3319403
* Texas Holdem must have 16 players.
Country Line Dancing & Lessons: FREE!
Every Wednesday from 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Grand Regal Room.
Contact LuAnn 760/331-9403 or just show up.
Residents, friends, family and guests are
welcome to attend. Lots of great fun and
exercise. FREE!
Game Night:
1st and 3rd Thursday of month 7:00 pm -10:00.
Royale Room. Play Yahtzee, Farkel, Deep Six,
Kings In The Corner, Bingo, or Seven Up?
Lite snacks. Contact Delores Gerrity 335-3912
Bunco Night:
Every 2nd Monday of month. 7:00 pm
Royale Room, Light snacks. Bunco is easy to
learn. Contact Becky Dartez 335-6753
Ladies Bridge:
Every 2nd & 4th Wednesday of each month
10:00 am – 2:00 pm. Royale Room
Ladies are you looking for a bridge game?
Contact Carol Starnes 339-4040
Lessons for those who haven’t played
Couples Bridge:
Meet once each month on 2nd Thursday
7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Royale Room or Grand Regal Room
Snacks provided
Contact Eileen Machmuller 334-6730
Mah Jongg:
Ancient Chinese Game.
Contact Jan Hamilton 332-0556
Second Thursday of month. 10:00 am
Water Aerobics:
M-F 8:00 AM
Monday – Friday, at indoor pool
A great way to work off those extra pounds
and firm up the tummy and stay fit.
Contact Diane Mudgett at 332-2784 for
details or just show up at pool.
Yoga:
M, W, Th 8:00 AM
Clubhouse
Contact Jan Pammenter 337-7122
Stretch Class:
Tuesday & Friday 9:00 AM
Clubhouse, Open to Men and Women
Great for stress relief, better golf swing, fun
and exercise. FREE
Contact LuAnn Rowe 760-331-9403
Pointe Royale Golf Village
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Illegally Parked Vehicles
Vehicle Removal Policy
Owner of a vehicle that is illegally parked
will be sent a certified letter with a required signed receipt. This letter will advise owner of the illegally parked vehicle
and that it must be removed within 72
hours of receipt of the letter or the vehicle will be towed at owner’s expense.
In the event that the receipt is not signed,
the matter will come before the board for
immediate legal action and will be towed
at owners expense.
Don’t Miss This!
Pointe Royale Community
Garage Sale
May 19, 2007
Condo Owners
Don’t Forget!
According to COA by-laws,
Condo owners must submit
paperwork to the
Condo Association
including mortgage information,
insurance information
and a key.
RESTAURANT HOURS
Sunday thru Thursday: 7am – 7pm
Friday & Saturday: 7am – 8pm
Great News!
WEIGHT WATCHERS IS COMING TO POINTE ROYALE
20 interested people are needed to start a new
class here at the Pointe. We need you!
Scheduled Classes will be every Monday at 12:00 Noon
At the Clubhouse.
AA Meetings
Tuesdays 5:45 – 6:45 PM
in the Royale Room
at Pointe Royale
It’s local, it’s convenient
and it’s private
Alcoholics Anonymous® is a fellowship
of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each
other that they may solve their common
problem and help others to recover from
alcoholism. The only requirement for
membership is a desire to stop drinking.
There are no dues or fees for AA membership; we are self-supporting through
our own contributions. AA is not allied
with any sect, denomination, politics, organization or institution; does not wish
to engage in any controversy, neither
endorses nor opposes any causes. Our
primary purpose is to stay sober and help
other alcoholics to achieve sobriety.
Sponsored by the friends of Bill W.
Everyone Welcome!
Please RSVP to Cheryl Knudsen
Phone: 337-7358
Condo Owners
Turn water main off to your Condo
when leaving unit for an extended period of time
Pointe Royale
2007 SOCIAL CALENDAR
June 2*
June 30*
August 11*
September 15 *
October 13*
November 10
December 15
December 31
Summer Fun Pool & Patio Party
Fourth of July Celebration/Patio Party
Pool Party
Tailgate Party
Fall Classic Party
Annual Meeting Party
Christmas Party
New Year’s Eve Party
*Patio Party (weather permitting) otherwise in the Grand Regal Room
More information on each event as details become available.
UPCOMING GOLF EVENTS
Watch for updates in the Newsletter
for Ladies golf. Also more details
later about Men’s Senior golf,
Men’s League and Couples golf.
For more information, call the pro
shop 334.4477.
Association
Board Meeting
Dates
POA Board Meeting
July 20, 2007 – 6:30 PM
COA Board Meeting
July21, 2007 – 10:00 AM
Golf Association Meeting
July 16, 2007 – 4:30 PM
Special meetings may be called at any time as
necessary, with proper notice.
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IT’S THE PEOPLE
WHO MAKE POINTE ROYALE SUCH
A WONDERFUL COMMUNITY
Get Ready
For Fun!
Make Plans To Attend the
Pointe Royale
Summer Fun Patio Party
Saturday
June 2, 2007
Everyone Welcome
Buffet & Dance
Dinner at 6:00 PM
334-8599
Couples Bridge
2nd Thursday Of Each Month
7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Snacks Provided
334-6730
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Be Considerate
Pick Up
After Your Dog
It’s the healthy thing to do
Be part of your community.
Plan to attend scheduled activities.
Drive Carefully
Watch For School Bus
Stopped For Children
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