Columns-Jan08-6.0:Layout 1 12/18/07 5:32 PM Page 1 JANUARY 2008 EVENTS OF INTEREST JANUARY 1 Happy New Year! 8, 15, 22, 29 Ballroom Dance Classes 11 FW Stock Show & Rodeo Begins 23 Montecillo Wine Dinner FORT WORTH STOCK SHOW & RODEO COMES TO TOWN January 11 – February 3 It’s that time of year again so pull our your western wear and jump into the spirit of the Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo. Look inside for special events in the Cork Room and Terrace Room. FEBRUARY 3 Super Bowl Sunday 5 Mardi Gras Fat Tuesday 14 Special Valentine’s Day Dinner 29 Leap Day MARCH ? 9 Daylight Saving Times Begins 17 St. Patrick’s Day 20 First Day of Spring 22 Children’s Easter Egg Hunt 23 Easter Sunday Buffet MYSTERY NUMBER Find your member number in this publication and receive a certificate good for Dinner for Two in the Terrace Room. Must be used by the end of the month in which it appears in the newsletter. Call Rita Eatherly at 817-927-4247 to request your certificate. Good luck and happy hunting. SUPER BOWL 2008 Sunday, February 3 Join family and friends on Sunday, February 3 for the Ultimate Super Bowl “Tailgate” Event in the Fairway Lounge and Terrace Room. Look inside for details. THANK YOU... From all of the employees to all of the members who participated in the Annual Employee Holiday Fund, . THANK YOU from the bottom of our hearts. Your generosity put a lot of smiles on a lot of faces Vision Statement For Colonial Country Club Colonial Country Club is dedicated to being a premier, private, family-oriented country club. Colonial is committed to maintaining its facilities in a world class manner and investing in its staff, ensuring that it will be the preferred country club with a local, regional and national reputation for excellence. Columns-Jan08-6.0:Layout 1 12/18/07 5:32 PM Page 2 Columns-Jan08-6.0:Layout 1 12/18/07 5:32 PM Page 3 From the Desk of… Michael Lawrence, General Manager & COO I hope and trust you all enjoyed the Holiday Season with family and friends close by…if not in your home, then certainly in your heart. Martha and I shared the enjoyment of our youngest son, James, for most of the holiday period. The oldest, John, was here for only a very short three days right before Christmas, and then he had to return to work in south Florida. At any rate, we were thankful for the time we had. Now on to launching a new year at the Club! January and February will witness the rollout of Phase Two of the Clubhouse Capital Improvement program that was Board approved last fall. You will see many enhancements to the Living Room and the South Ballrooms that will continue to make you proud of your Club…like all new carpet…new furniture for the living room area…new wall paint…new wall sconces…walnut flooring for the East Room…new drapes in all ballrooms…new plantation shutters on all windows on the first floor, and new art work for the walls. As soon as “Phase Two” is launched, the House Committee and I will begin planning for “Phase Three,” which will include renovations and upgrades for the Clubhouse third floor…the Ladies Locker Room…and the Men’s Locker Room. I expect that Bob Wood’s House Committee and I will be visiting several clubs in the Dallas/Fort Worth area picking up ideas for enhancing our locker rooms…I’ll keep you informed on our progress. Beginning last October and November, many of our golf carts were failing to carry a full charge at the end of the day. Many members were inconvenienced when their cart failed during a round of golf…immediate action was needed! Golf Operations solicited the help of E-Z-Go to determine and fix the problem, and we can now report that the fleet is operating as it should. At no cost to the Club, E-Z-Go replaced batteries in 42 carts and arranged a special training session for our staff. Dow Finsterwald has implemented several changes and operational upgrades for ensuring that our fleet is performing as needed. Additionally, we have 2007-2008 BOARD OF GOVERNORS Officers: President, John E. Anderson Vice President, Jeffrey A. Moten Vice President, Scott Mahaffey Secretary, John W. McNey Treasurer, Joseph A. Monteleone Board Members: Platt L. Allen, III, Dr. Lee S. Anderson, Alexander D. Armstrong, Bill E. Bowers, John K. Cockrell, Melvin R. Haas, Jr., Martha V. “Marty” Leonard, Ben L. Matheson, Bruce W. Simpson, Robert C. Wood hired a certified E-Z-Go Cart Mechanic to maintain our fleet going forward. Our plan is to replace the fleet after the 2008 Tournament in time for the completion of Phase One of the Master Plan in October, 2008. In December several staff selections were made…the Cork Room welcomed the arrival of one new manager. Joining the Colonial team as Cork Room Assistant Manager will be Debbie Spitzer, who comes to us via the La Cima Club in Irving, where she served as their service captain and the Fort Worth Club, where she worked as member dining room captain for two years. Debbie is a star graduate from the Hospitality Program at UNT and she comes highly regarded by those who have worked with her. I’m sure you will enjoy the pleasant and outgoing personality of Debbie and I am also confidant she will greatly contribute to the continued improvements of the Cork Room. Our relatively new Director of Human Resources, Celeste Cathy, has been instrumental in discovering new and creative ways to find talented managers like Debbie, and I am pleased her professionalism and experience in search is paying off for us. I have told Debbie the Colonial members are the friendliest in the nation and this is a family-oriented club…so, be sure to give her your typically warm welcome! We are also hoping to have a new Cork Room Manager on board in the very near future. We are also glad to announce that we have a return hire…after an absence of about three years, Teri Peets will be rejoining the Colonial staff as Executive Assistant to Rita Eatherly. Many of you may recall that Teri worked here for a little more than a year and sat in for Rita when she was recovering from her medical crisis. Teri has a very outgoing personality and is perfectly qualified to support Rita in all of the additional tasks that she is working on…including our website. Teri will return January 7. Your Staff is General Manager & COO ..................Michael Lawrence Director of Catering............................Julie Brauer Director of HR....................................Celeste Cathey Director of Club Relations ..................Rita Eatherly Golf Course Superintendent................Scott Ebers, CGCS Golf Professional ................................Dow Finsterwald Jr., PGA Controller ..........................................Harry Leventhal, CPA Executive Chef ....................................Michael Morabito Director of Restaurants ......................Ryan Murray Clubhouse Manager ............................Markus Rentzing Tournament Director ..........................Peter Ripa Facilities Director ................................Bill Ward Director of Tennis ..............................Matt Watson, USPTA Fitness Director ..................................Tamara Zrostlik Main Telephone Number 817/927-4200 FAX Number: 817/926-0118 www.colonialfw.com 3 Columns-Jan08-6.0:Layout 1 12/18/07 5:32 PM Page 4 CORK ROOM UPDATES… EARLY BIRD SPECIAL Tuesday – Saturday Dine with us between 4:00-5:00 PM and enjoy a 20% discount off all menu items. TUESDAY PASTA NIGHT 6:00-8:00 $14.95 – Adults / $7.50 – Children Enjoy Fresh Pasta Made-To-Order WEDNESDAY CHICKEN NIGHT 6:00-9:00 PM $11.50 Enjoy All You Can Eat Fried, Baked, & Barbecue Chicken With all the Fixin’s THURSDAY GRILL NIGHT 6:00-8:00 PM Choose From: Marinated Chicken Breast- $16.95 Salmon (or another fish TBD) - $21.95 Steak (Filet, Rib Eye, Strip) - $24.95 Surf & Turf - $26.95 (Includes Salad, Baked Potato, Vegetable & Dessert) FRIDAY FISH NIGHT 6:00 – 9:00 PM $11.50 With all the Fixin’s 4 Columns-Jan08-6.0:Layout 1 12/18/07 5:32 PM Page 5 President’s Message By the time this letter appears in The Columns, most of the holiday and Christmas season will be behind us. I hope each of you had a memorable experience with family and friends. I wish to thank the entire membership for your support in the recent Board election. I have enjoyed serving on your Board and now consider it a great honor and privilege to serve as your president. Your Board and Club Staff have been busy over the past several months with many projects and programs. The following is an overview of their efforts: 1) STAFF – Many productive staffing replacements have taken place over the last 19 months, starting with our General Manager & COO, Michael Lawrence. Whenever a staffing opportunity presented itself, replacements were selected that can take us to the next level of quality and productivity, whether in Tournament operations, culinary, dining and catering, clubhouse, golf course, or human resources. These new staff members and managers, together with the great staff members who have been part of the Colonial family for many years, will continue making Colonial a premium service and family-oriented club. 2) TITLE SPONSOR – Crowne Plaza Hotels & Resorts is proving their worth as an outstanding partner in our invitational event. They have been promoting our event and your Club in more than 40 countries with millions of dollars in multimedia advertising, plus extensive promotions for the Tournament in their 293 properties. They are committed to making our tournament world-class for our members, the Fort Worth community, our local charities and the PGA TOUR. 3) OIL AND GAS LEASE – This rare opportunity required that we all pull together to reach a very successful agreement. We will keep you informed with the progress of well production once drilling begins. 4) RESIDENT MEMBER CATEGORIES – The reduction of these categories to 700 is well under way. The Board voted to reinstate the Resident Wait List and implement a reduction plan of “two out - one in” in order to reach the 700goal in a timely manner. With every two Resident members either resigning or transferring to Social status, we allow one new member from the wait list to join. As of this writing we have 702 in the Resident and Resident Company categories and nine on the wait list. By John E. Anderson 5) FINANCIAL CONDITIONS – The club is on track to achieve budget (close to break-even) from operations by Fiscal Year ending July 31, 2008. At this writing, we are more than $150,000 ahead of budget and our financial future remains bright. Tournament management is budgeting a nice increase in net income, which will go into our Capital Improvements Fund for next year. 6) MASTER PLANS (Golf Course and House) – Both of these programs were rolled out at a special membership meeting. Your input and support were very well received. These improvements are proceeding under the direction of the respective committees and management. The Board and your management team is committed to keeping these projects within the scope of what was presented to you. You may recall that the membership also approved a major updating of the Club by-laws last spring. An updated edition of the “Book of Rules” (with inclusion of the new smoking policy and suggestions for a modern dress code) is being prepared for Board review. You can look forward to the results of the Fitness survey in the next Columns. The Tennis Committee will be addressing the shortterm and long-term programs of this vital part of our membership. These are just some of the highlights of the last several months and a preview of things to come. I look forward to this new year with enthusiasm and excitement, and I encourage you to share your thoughts, suggestions and concerns with any Board member, Michael Lawrence, or me. It is only with an open dialogue that we can achieve our mission statement, which is… “Colonial Country Club is dedicated to being a premier, private, family-oriented country club. Colonial is committed to maintaining its facilities in a world-class manner and investing in its staff, ensuring that it will be the preferred country club with a local, regional and national reputation for excellence.” May all of you and your loved ones have a Blessed and Happy New Year. Colonial Country Club Welcomes Michael Tothe to Tournament Staff We are pleased to add the talents of Michael Tothe, (pronounced Toe th), to the tournament staff as Director of Sales & Sponsor Relations. The position’s key responsibilities will be to drive new corporate relationships and sales, maintain existing corporate relationships and sales, and augment the strengths of our volunteer sales team led by Chuck Scherer. Michael comes to Colonial with 12 years of championship management experience from the AJGA, Royal Canadian Golf Association (RCGA) and IMG. His ability to sell, promote and play the game at every level will serve as vital assets to our event. Michael is currently living in San Antonio and will join the team on January 10. His wife, Holly, will join Michael in Fort Worth full-time in June following her work commitment. 5 Columns-Jan08-6.0:Layout 1 12/18/07 5:32 PM Page 6 Turf Talk By Scott Ebers, CGCS, Golf Course Superintendent Question: What is the world record for linear feet of rope on a golf course and why do we seem to be trying to set the record? Answer: Rope and signs will be a constant feature at Colonial Country Club from late fall through the spring. Why? Several reasons. Turf recovery in the spring is a function of how severe the winter is and how strong the turf is entering the winter season. While we cannot control how bad ol’ man winter is, we can try and limit the areas where we exceed the turf’s ability to repair itself in the spring. This is true of every Bermudagrass golf course in North Texas, but it is especially important at Colonial with the eyes of the world fixed on us in late May. As I have also mentioned before, the inherent characteristics of this golf course make it extremely challenging to maintain healthy turf through the winter. As a traditional golf course with a relatively small footprint, (115 acres of golf course) simple math will tell you that if you spread out the same amount of traffic over 115 acres vs. 200 acres, the 115 acre tract will get more beat up. Tree density and shade are also very important (I promise this will not turn into another tree article). A wide open 115 acre tract will hold up to play much better than a 115 acre tract with a lot of shade, as the turf’s ability to withstand traffic is largely a function of how much photosynthetic recovery time it has (i.e. sunlight exposure). Non-continuous cart paths do not help either, as there is no good way to restrict carts to paths during rainy periods, or periods where you try and let the turf recover. It is becoming common at many high end private clubs in Dallas, 6 to go on cart paths sometime in November and stay on them entirely through spring. To my knowledge, every club that has started the fall/winter cart path only program has seen dramatic improvements in turf quality and has continued the program the next year. Needless to say, none of them hosts a PGA tour event, so they do it only for the benefits to their members. Let me emphasize this again. Many similar North Texas golf courses restrict carts to paths four months of the year only for the benefit of the members. It is simply not true that we rope off our sensitive areas only because of the, “tournament”. We do not have the option of putting carts on the paths all winter, so we do all we can with ropes and signs. The amount of traffic itself obviously impacts turf wear and recovery potential, as well. Generally speaking, 40,000 rounds wear down a golf course much more than 30,000 rounds and 30,000 rounds much more than 20,000 rounds. Our 30,000 annual rounds do not unduly stress the sunny areas of the golf course, but they do beat down the shady turf areas. Once the turf cover of these areas has been lost, the only option is to sod them, and the cycle continues, as sod in shady areas must be roped off even longer than mature turf to protect it from traffic. Ropes and signs are a poor substitute for cart paths, but it is in the end all we have in areas like Nos. 3, 5, 9, 11, 14, and 17 where we have long cart runs into the hole across shady areas that need protection. In short, the inherent characteristics of this golf course demand that we move traffic around with ropes and signs as a poor substitute for continuous cart paths. The other option is to throw up our hands and admit that easy access to every part of the golf course with a cart is more important than taking care of the turf. Columns-Jan08-6.0:Layout 1 12/18/07 5:32 PM Page 7 In Full Swing By Dow Finsterwald Jr., PGA Head Golf Professional I hope everyone enjoyed the best year of golf course conditions in Colonial history. Coupled with a great tournament and competitive member tournaments, 2007 will be tough to replicate; however, I have great confidence we can do it all again this year despite the polishing of the golf course this summer. We had great course conditions due to three variables. First and foremost, Scott Ebers and his staff did the necessary cultural practices to keep the course near perfect all year. (I promise, without an understanding membership sensitive to these cultural practices it is not possible to achieve these results.) Secondly, the membership allowed Scott to upgrade the power to the holes which suffered the most in 2006. And last but not least, we were fortunate to have a summer that produced very few 100 degree days and a record amount of rainfall. The two constants we have working for us in 2008 are Scott Ebers (and his cultural practices) and plenty of power to the fans to keep our greens cooler and dryer. The Crowne Plaza Invitational was a success even with the poor weather conditions. You could not have scripted a better finish, Jim Furyk, Bernard Langer and Rory Sabbatini in a suddendeath playoff with our member, Rory Sabbatini, taking the title on the first playoff hole. This year we will have most of our normal member tournaments. The exception is from June 10 until October 10 the course will be undergoing a facelift which will leave us with less than 18 holes (stipulated round) to play. Just because we will be under construction does not mean we won’t have any events, as we plan to have eight (8) T.G.I.F. events starting on June 6. These fun events will be open to any golfing member (they can bring a guest for $50 plus the entry fee) and will feature fun formats, dinner, cocktails, and camaraderie with your fellow members. George Wood and John McNey have offered some neat ideas that I promise will be fun and interesting. January means bargains in the pro shop. Come by and check them out as we prepare for the arrival of the new spring apparel. Discounts will range from 30-50%. If you have any questions regarding the 2008 tournament schedule please call the golf shop and we will let you know the tentative dates. Hope everyone has a great 2008 and please let us be a big part of it. Thanks for your support and I hope you are as excited as I am to see the renovations to the best course in Texas. Happy New Year from all of us to all of you. Colonial’s DIAMOND Anniversary Fast-Approaching! The Historical Preservation Committee requests your assistance in making Colonial’s Diamond Anniversary, celebrating 75 years in 2011, one of the most memorable events in the club’s colorful history. Plans are underway for a beautifully bound anniversary book, party and exhibits displayed throughout the club, putting on display artifacts, photographs and memorabilia highlighting significant events and milestones of one of the southwest’s premier private clubs. Please check your closets, drawers, basements and attics for items from the past – medals, trophies, engraved or embossed ceramics/pewter, artwork, scrapbooks, souvenir programs, newspaper clippings, etc. that would be fitting testimonials to our “First 75 Years.” Items selected by the Historical Preservation Committee would be acknowledged by the club and returned to the contributor at a time agreed upon by both parties. Long-time loan agreements or gifts can also be arranged. Contact General Manager Michael Lawrence or anyone on the Historical Preservation Committee – Ben Matheson, Fred Currie, Marty Leonard, Dick McHargue, Mike McMahan, Dr. Wally Schmuck, Floyd Wade or Billy Wood – if you might be in possession of any items of historical significance. 75 COLONIAL CUP 2007 RESULTS October 10-13, 2007 CHAMPIONS Alex Armstrong & John Chandler 2nd Flight 1st Place Melvin Haas & Steve Tipton 3rd Flight 1st Place Barry Smith & Reese Hillard 4th Flight 1st Place Jim Odom & Don Akins 5th Flight 1st Place Josh Foster & Brian Treger 6th Flight 1st Place John Zimmerman & James Rainbolt Congratulations to all the winners and thank you to everyone who helped make the 2007 Men’s Colonial Cup such a success. 7 Columns-Jan08-6.0:Layout 1 12/18/07 5:32 PM Page 8 Congratulations, 2008 CWGA Board of Directors Chairwoman Secretary Treasurer Parliamentarian Decorations Handicap & Pairings Historian Interclub Mixed Foursome 9-Hole Chair Publicity Ringers Rules Telephone & Communication Trophies & Prizes Weekly Competition/ Playdays Yearbook & Membership Heidi Wade Barbara Lesok Susan Gaston Vicki Ogle Gail Friedman Jo Ann Edwards Jeanne Hosler Vicki Ogle Linda Muller Beth Stevener & Kathy Hopwood Shirley Turner Patty Wright Jerry Wilkins Peggy McMindes Belinda Minter CWGA YEAR-END AWARDS Western Open Shirley Turner Bertha Bowen Trophy-Low Gross Avg. Patty Garsek Patt Ward Trophy-Low Net Avg. Vicki Ogle Carolyn Honnet Trophy-Gross Playday Ringers Patty Garsek Frances Brooks Trophy-Net Playday Ringers Gale Johnston Martha Lanier Trophy–Honor Ringers Net Gail Friedman Babs Woodard Trophy–Playday Low Putts Vicki Ogle Amelia Stovall-Most Improved Susan Gaston Barbara Beyer Patty Garsek Celebrate C elebrate lebrate ebrate brate rate ate te Family Family mily ily ly Congratulations to our Recent Newlyweds Hillary & Cliff Clarke, November 3, 2007 ADMISSIONS PROGRAM Sunday, January 27 1:30-3:00 pm The Oakridge School 817.451.4994 www.theoakridgeschool.org 5900 West Pioneer Parkway Arlington, Texas 76013 8 Dayle & Mark Magill, November 17, 2007 Lauren & Chad Siewart, November 24 , 2007 Jesea & Matthew Williams, December 1, 2007 Columns-Jan08-6.0:Layout 1 12/18/07 5:32 PM Page 9 NEWS FROM THE TERRACE ROOM… DO YOU HAVE A JANUARY BIRTHDAY? Celebrate your birthday with us on Thursday Birthday Night in the Terrace Room. Join us any Thursday evening in the month of your birthday and receive a complimentary entrée with the purchase of another entrée of equal or greater value. Please call the receptionist at 817-927-4200 to make your reservations. SUNDAY CHAMPAGNE BRUNCH... In the Terrace Room 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM Make every Sunday a special family day with our Carved Prime-Rib, Roasted Leg of Lamb, Specialty Egg Entrée, Shrimp Cocktail, Smoked Salmon, along with a variety of other food options, salads, and an extensive Dessert table. The best part is, you get all this for just $19.95++ for adults and $9.95++ for children ages 4-12. Because the Terrace Room is gaining in popularity as the after-church place to dine, we highly recommend reservations. Business Casual dress is acceptable. The Terrace Room has a lot to offer with a beautiful view and the ambiance to match…come see what everyone is talking about! CULINARY THEME NIGHT… On Wednesday, January 30, we will offer an a la carte culinary theme night featuring a New World Spanish Tapas Menu and we promise some great recipes. We hope you will enjoy and support our creative efforts for this room with a beautiful view. Call 817.927.4200 to make your reservations for a guaranteed deliciously enjoyable evening. PARENTS’ NIGHT OUT… Need some “alone time” with your special someone? Join us January 12 and January 26 for Parents’ Night Out in the Terrace Room. Enjoy our a la carte menu while your kids enjoy their own kid-foods, games, movies, video games on site, while you dine. We’ll watch and entertain your kids for just $10++ per child while you have some great food and wine in a relaxed atmosphere. Call 817-927-4200 to make reservations for dinner and child care. CORK IT… The more you eat and drink, the better your chances to win! For each bottle of wine purchased, we will put your name on the cork for inclusion in a drawing at month-end to win a basket of wine. Great food, great wine and a chance to win something! Sounds like a win-win!!1613 October winners, Manolo & Rose Marie Mercado November winners, Becky & Jimmy Kilpatrick KARAOKE NIGHT…. Join us January 3 for Karaoke Night in the Terrace Room. You can celebrate your birthday and have fun showing off your vocal talents to a full house. It’s been great fun for everyone, so don’t miss out. Call 817-927-4200 to make your reservations. Remember, we offer complimentary nursery service in our regular on-site nursery, for children ages 3 months through 6 years, for any member dining in the Terrace Room Thursday, Friday or Saturday and on our Wednesday Culinary Night. Business Casual is the accepted dress for the Terrace Room and Fairway Lounge. Spanish Wine Dinner January 23, 2007 6:30 PM Arrival Terrace Room 7:00 PM Dinner Featuring Montecillo Wines (Rioja Spain) Founded in 1874, Bodegas Montecillo has established itself as one of the great wineries of the Rioja region. For more then 130 years Bodegas Montecillo has followed a strict protocol of producing natural full red wines. Guest Speaker: Pablo Pelaz (U.S. Area Manager for Montecillo Wines) Call (817) 927-4200 for information and reservations 9 Columns-Jan08-6.0:Layout 1 12/18/07 5:33 PM Page 10 Weighty Matters By Tamara Zrostlik, Fitness Director Just a little inspiration to get you started. Maybe you are going on a ski trip or hiking trip this winter and need to get in shape. Make the most of your adventure by preparing your body for the challenge. Allow yourself at least seven to eight weeks if you have not been working out regularly. Weeks 1-2: Build up general cardio fitness and strength. Aim to work out at least three times a week, spending time on a stair-climber, treadmill and various strength training machines. Focus on building up your cardio endurance and include a good uphill walk each weekend. Weeks 3-4: Continue your general workout at least three days a week and add wearing your backpack and hiking boots if you are planning on a mountain adventure. Add step ups with your equipment using various step heights. Continue your outdoor walks on the weekends. Add wall sits to build up your quadriceps strength. Weeks 5-6: If you are planning a hiking trip, shift your workout focus to the outdoors. Wearing your pack and boots, find various inclines and ground conditions to work on your agility and footwork. Don’t forget to practice walking downhill too. Also, test your equipment in inclement conditions. For skiing, increase wall sit time and add balance and agility work by using a stability ball or balance board. Week 7 (or the week before your trip): Rest your body by doing only light workouts at half your maximum. stay put until the symptoms subside. If they get worse, slowly descend to 2,000 to 3,000 feet or more. Altitude sickness usually resolves itself with rest and over-the-counter drugs. You can minimize altitude sickness by staying in shape year-round, properly hydrating yourself throughout your trip, and allowing yourself a day to acclimate before you begin skiing or hiking. If you hike or ski to an elevation of 6,000 to 8,000 feet or more, you put yourself at risk for altitude sickness. The primary symptoms include headache, nausea, vomiting, fatigue, loss of appetite, and dizziness or lightheadedness. If you experience these symptoms, it’s best to take a break and The ever popular 2 to Tango partner contest will begin again on January 15 – February 5. Find a partner and get to working out to have a chance to win some great prizes. It’s a great way to stay motivated by accountability. Check out all the information at the Fitness Center front desk. We are excited about offering Cha-Cha classes beginning January 8. Classes will run every Tuesday for four weeks from 7:00-8:00 P.M. You’ll be surprised to learn that the simple steps you master in class can be used with Latin, pop, and even country western dance. Sign up through the reception desk by calling 817-927-4200. BALLROOM DANCING: January 8, 15, 22, 29 - 7:00-8:00 P.M. Cost: $100/couple for 4 weeks (Members) $130/couple for Sponsored Guests $50/single for 4 weeks (Members) $65/single for Sponsored Guests Drop-ins are $30/couple and $15/single (Members) $40/couple and $20/single (Sponsored Guests) SORRY, NO REFUNDS. Keep your feet moving and your rhythm swaying with Eva Meckna as she teaches you the Cha-Cha this month. Each quarter we will be offering lessons for a different style of dance. WINTER FITNESS CLASSES BODY FUSION A total body class using a blend of exercises taken from traditional exercise methods, Pilates and Yoga. Class Days: Tuesday & Thursday Class Time: 8:30-9:15 A.M. Class Location: Outrigger Class Cost: Free Instructor: Tamara Zrostlik GENTLE YOGA A class for those desiring a more calming approach to Yoga. Class Day: Tuesday & Thursday Class Time: 10:00 A.M. Class Location: Outrigger Class Cost: Free Instructor: Diane McKenzie CARDIO PARTY A lively and fun cardio workout for all fitness levels to music you’ll love. Some strength training and stretching end this fastest hour of your day. Class Days: Wednesday & Friday Class Time: 8:30-9:30 A.M. Class Location: Outrigger Class Cost: Free Instructor: Eva Meckna MAT PILATES Strengthen and tone muscles, improve posture, flexibility and balance, unite body and mind and create a more streamlined shape. Class Day: Wednesday Class Time: 12:00 Noon & 5:30 P.M. Class Location: Outrigger Class Cost: Free Instructors: Tamara Zrostlik/ Michelle Kinsler-Phillips YOGA A class for all levels and ages. Class Day: Tuesday & Thursday Class Time: 5:30 P.M. Class Location: Outrigger Class Cost: Free Instructor: Leanne Keating 10 (Please bring Yoga mat) 913 PERSONAL TRAINING AVAILABLE... Personal Training Rates: (Includes Reformer Training) $ 35 – 1 Hour $ 25 – 1/2 Hour $240 – 1 Month (8 sessions) 2-Person Workout: $200 per person– 1 Month (8 sessions each) Group Training: (formerly Boot Camp) 6:00 AM – Wed. & Fri. 11:00 AM – Tues. & Thurs. $10 Per Session Columns-Jan08-6.0:Layout 1 12/18/07 5:33 PM Page 11 Net News By Matt Watson, USPTA Director of Tennis First, I’d like to say Happy New Year to everyone! 2007 was another great year for the tennis programs at Colonial. Just a few of our highlights: Our Ladies Interclub team finished in 3rd place for 2007. Our 3.5 Ladies USTA team advanced to the Fort Worth Fall Playoffs! Colonial players Jeff Moore, Dick Ramsey, Ed DiRe and Bruce Alford and their Men’s Senior 4.0 team have advanced to the National Championships and will be playing for the title in Alabama in February. We wish them the best of luck! The Men’s USTA 5.0 team that I participated on advanced to the National Championships in Indian Wells, CA and placed 4th. We had terrific support in California as some of our members came out to support the team! Eddie and Darryl have done a terrific job of leading and motivating our juniors and we were able to put together a Junior Team Tennis Team in the Fall to compete against other clubs. Our Social Leagues continue to be very active and we will have several options for 2008 for both the Adult Programs and Junior Development Program to get everyone more involved and have more fun! New leagues will be starting January 8. If you are interested in playing, contact Chris or myself in the tennis shop. We have social leagues on Tuesday and Friday mornings. We also have the NSTA (No Serious Tennis Allowed) League on Sunday afternoons at 1:30 indoors. Please let us know if you are interested in any of our league programs. We appreciate all of your support of the tennis shop, the staff and our programs. We constantly strive to provide first class programs and service to our members and guests and are always looking for new ways to make your experience even more enjoyable. The tennis staff here at Colonial wants your experience to be second to none! If you have any ideas or suggestions for your programs and/or service please don’t hesitate to let us know! We are looking forward to another great year of tennis and fun in 2008. Ladies’ Interclub will start at the end of February. Our Interclub Team had a solid year in 2007 with many new faces joining the team and we are looking to build on that! We are offering some off-season drills and leagues to keep everyone playing and improving! Let’s continue working hard and pick up right where we left off! Interclub play is on Tuesday mornings starting at 9:30. We require 24 ladies each week. Any ladies interested in playing for Colonial should contact me and I will add your name to the list. We will be having our Interclub Kickoff Tuesday, February 19 from 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. This event is open to all CLTA members. Beginning in 2008, we will no longer offer the 45 minute ball machine rate. There will be a flat fee of $18 (up to a 90 minute use) to use the ball machine. We also still offer the yearly Ball Machine Membership for $180 that includes unlimited use for you and your family. We will be hosting a couple of Adult Tennis Workshops in early 2008. These will involve players and pros from various clubs. The schedule for these clinics is: January 26 from 1:30-5:30 P.M. and February 23 from 1:30-5:30 P.M. Watch for information regarding the next No Racquets, No Jackets dinner. We will most likely have this event in either late February or early March. This is always a very fun event so please watch for information regarding this event and make plans to attend and enjoy a delicious meal with fellow tennis players and guests. ADULT TENNIS SCHEDULE Co-Ed Pro. Doubles Progressive Doubles Set Partner Doubles Singles Flex League Friday Ladies Drill Cardio Tennis Open Drills All Levels 3.0-4.0 3.0/3.5-4.0 3.0/3.5-4.0 2.5-3.0 All Levels 2.5-4.0 NTRP Sundays Tuesdays Fridays 1 match/week Fridays Thursdays Saturdays 1:30-3:00 P.M. 10:00 A.M.-12:00 P.M. 10:00 A.M.-12:00 P.M. Flexible 10:30 A.M.-12:00 P.M. 8:30-9:30 A.M. 9:00-10:30 A.M. KiDS KoRNER We are going to make another strong push in 2008 to get our juniors more involved in match-play. 2007 was a great year in terms of the kids starting to become more involved in actual match-play in addition to their lessons. The kids have been consistent in attending their lessons twice a week but that practice needs to be applied to get the most from it. Whether it be challenge ladders, logging practice hours for prizes from the tennis shop, Junior Team Tennis, Mid-Cities tournaments or ZAT’s, there are many options for all levels to get involved! We encourage you, the parents, to help us encourage the kids to get involved in these events so they may enjoy the full experience of our sport! We will be having a HOLIDAY TENNIS CAMP for our Cardinals/Hawks kids on Thursday and Friday, January 3-4 from 12:00-3:00 p.m. If you would like to register your child(ren) please call the tennis shop. WINTER JUNIOR DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM Hummingbirds (4-6 yr. old Novice) Tue / Thurs 4:00-4:45 P.M. Wed / Fri 4:00-4:45 P.M. Sparrows (7-9 yr. old Novice) Tue / Thurs 5:00-6:00 P.M. Saturdays 10:45-11:45 A.M. Cardinals (10-13 yr. old Beginer) Wed / Fri 5:00-6:00 P.M. Saturdays 12:00-1:00 P.M. Hawks* (9 and up Intermediate) Tue / Thurs 6:30-8:00 P.M. As always, if these times are not convenient for you, or you would like to form your own group, please call the tennis shop at 817-927-4250. We will do our best to accommodate your schedules. * MUST HAVE INSTRUCTOR APPROVAL FOR HAWKS CLASS • As a reminder there will be a $3 guest fee per lesson for non-members. • Also, Junior classes will include an additional $5 lesson court fee charge per junior per month for indoor court reservation. Remember that tennis is the sport for a lifetime. See you on the courts. 11 Columns-Jan08-6.0:Layout 1 12/18/07 5:33 PM Page 12 Imagine the day... NEW SMOKING POLICY Approved by your Board of Governors, September 26, 2007 He leaves 100% out on the field. She scores her first goal to win the game. He sets his personal best around the track. She learns the meaning of teamwork. FWCD As of November 1, 2007, the entire clubhouse, with the exception of the 19th Hole and Ladies’ Locker Room, became a SMOKE-FREE facility. This includes, as SMOKE-FREE, the Midway House, Tennis Shop, Indoor Tennis Courts, Fitness Center, all covered patios, as well as any other covered areas. Where every day, your child grows. 817.302.3209 www.fwcds.org Prospective Parent Coffees Tuesdays, Jan. 15 or 29, 2008 9:00 a.m. 12 Thank you for your compliance with this new policy. Columns-Jan08-6.0:Layout 1 12/18/07 5:33 PM Page 13 BALLROOM DANCE CLASSES Get Those Happy Feet Movin’ For The Cha-Cha-Cha! January 8, 15, 22, & 29 / 7:00 – 8:00 PM (Location to be determined) $100 Per Couple - 4 weeks – Members $130 Per Couple – 4 weeks – Sponsored Guests $50 Per Single – 4 weeks – Members $65 Per Single – 4 weeks – Sponsored Guests $30 Per Couple – Drop In – Members $15 Per Single – Drop In – Members $40 Per Couple – Drop In – Sponsored Guests $20 Per Single – Drop In – Sponsored Guests (Sorry, No Refunds!) Keep your feet moving and your rhythm swaying with EVA MECKNA as she teaches you the Cha-Cha-Cha this month. Each quarter we will be offering lessons for a different style of dance. Call the fitness center at 817-927-4235 to sign up. How H ow d do ow wee kknow n ow o our ur sstudents tudents w will i l l cchange hange SOCIAL MEMBER GOLF PROGRAM The Board of Governors approved at the August 22, 2007 Board meeting, the following golf program for Social members. Social member may also continue to play under the original guidelines whereby Social members may play golf once a month, as a guest, which means they play with a golfing member and pay the applicable green fees. • Each Social member may have ONE tee time between NOVEMBER 1, 2007 and MARCH 31, 2008, based on availability • The single tee time may include up to four players • If Social member brings three non-member guests, the Social member’s green fee is waived; guests will pay applicable seasonal green fee rates • Forecaddie is required • Social tee times limited to before 10:00 AM and after 2:00 PM on weekdays, and after 1:00 PM on weekends and holidays • Call the pro shop to make your tee times – 817.927.4221 the w world? or ld? W Wee ha have ve faith. th. 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All ffaiths aiths welcome. #IRCLE &ORT 7ORTH 4EXAS 33AINTS AINTS # IRCLE s & ORT 7 ORTH 4 EXAS WWWASESFTWORG s WWW ASESFTW WORG 13 Columns-Jan08-6.0:Layout 1 12/18/07 5:33 PM Page 14 For Immediate Release: December 11, 2007 Crowne Plaza Invitational at Colonial Tops Off Charitable Year With Giving Holiday Spirit Fort Worth, Texas - December 11, 2007 - Colonial Country Club capped off its record $4.2 million year in fundraising today by distributing to 75 local charities $230,000 in donations at the annual Colonial Country Club Charities holiday breakfast. The tournament's record-breaking year of fundraising is helping a lot of local charities, and it earned the tournament national recognition by the PGA TOUR. At recent PGA TOUR annual meetings, the Crowne Plaza Invitational at Colonial was named the most improved charitable contributor for the 2007 season, a first-time honor for the tournament. The $4.2 million in total charitable contributions generated from the May tournament, is a 64% increase over 2006. With the increase, the Crowne Plaza Invitational at Colonial was the fifth largest charitable contributor on the PGA TOUR in 2007. Colonial is joined in the top five by two other Texas events, the EDS Byron Nelson Classic and the Valero Texas Open. By including the Shell Houston Open, the Texas events collectively represent 25% of the PGA TOUR’s total charitable giving this year. According to tournament officials, the Birdies for Charity component of the tournament's fundraising efforts brought in $1.97 million, which also set a record. In this year's Birdies For Charity program, 22 local non-profit organizations solicited pledges from individuals and corporations for every birdie made during the 2007 Crowne Plaza Invitational at Colonial (1,255 were made). As a bonus, the pledge efforts were energized by a matching fund of $180,000 from Crowne Plaza Hotels & Resorts, Bank of America and Colonial Country Club. “We are very proud to give back to the Fort Worth community through so many terrific organizations,” said Colonial President John Anderson. “It is wonderful to be able to play such a big role each year in helping those in need.” The tournament has generated cash and services for more than 120 different organizations in the last decade totaling over $20 million, including more than $500,000 generated each year for its primary beneficiary, Cook Children’s Medical Center. The donations focus on children and support a variety of pro- grams, including camp scholarships for disabled, special needs or low-income children, residency programs/services for abused, neglected and at-risk children, cultural programs/field trips for underserved students, college scholarships, educational mentoring programs, medical diagnostic and treatment services for disabled and low-income children, after-school programs, support services for homeless families and more. The tournament surpassed the million dollar mark in annual giving in 1998, and has exceeded that level every year since. The annual average since 1998 is more than $2 million. “These charities do wonderful work that creates brighter futures for so many of our area children,” noted Joe Monteleone, Chairman of the Colonial Country Club Charities Committee. “We are excited to be significantly impacting young lives throughout the community.” Colonial and Crowne Plaza Invitational at Colonial tournament officials distributed donations to this year’s final recipients: Alliance For Children, Inc. All Saints Health Foundation American Diabetes Association/Camp Aurora Buckner Foundation American Red Cross Chisholm Trail Chapter Camp Fire USA (El Tesoro de la Vida Camp) The Asthma & Allergy Foundation of America, Texas Chapter Camp Summit Bart Granger Foundation, Inc. Camp Carter YMCA Cancer Care Services Casa Manana, Inc. CASA of Tarrant County Big Brothers and Big Sisters of North Texas Child Study Center Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Fort Worth Clayton YES! 2008 TOURNAMENT DATES • MAY 19 - 25 14 The Bobby Bragan Youth Foundation Christ’s Haven for Children Cornerstone Assistance Continued on page 2 Columns-Jan08-6.0:Layout 1 12/18/07 5:33 PM Page 15 2007 Most Improved Charity on PGA TOUR Colonial Honored Skybox Overview Ź Ź Ź Ideal hospitality setting to entertain guests while viewing the tournament action upclose Location: ವ 18th hole, par 4 finishing hole Access Wednesday through Sunday Right know I have Feb 5, 12 and 19th in the Ballroom. Venue Ź Ź Ź Ź 10’x20’ section of a covered private hospitality venue with tiered seating for 16 people Rear deck for food & beverage service plus adjoining entry deck for easy access Television and fan Corporate name on skybox main entry Total Fee: Hogan Award and Skybox Ź $50,000 Ź Plus food & beverage catering l(l-r) 2008 Tournament Chairman Harold Muckleroy, Jr.; PGA Tour Commissioner Tim Finchem; Tournament Director Peter Ripa and Tournament Manager Dennis Roberson Network The Learning Center of North Texas Tarrant County Challenge, Inc. Ekklesia Christian School Boy Scouts of America The Texas Boys Choir Easter Seals Greater NW Texas Fellowship of Christian Athletes The First Tee of Fort Worth Fort Worth Stock Show Auction Syndicate Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra Association Gill Children’s Services, Inc. Girls Incorporated of Tarrant County Girl Scouts-Circle T Council, Inc. Goodfellow Fund Harris Methodist Health Foundation Hill School of Fort Worth Historic Fort Worth, Inc. H.O.P.E. Farm Inc. I Have a Dream Foundation Imagination Celebration Fort Worth Junior Achievement of the Chisholm Trail, Inc. Junior League of Fort Worth, Inc. Kids Who Care, Inc Learning for Life-Longhorn Council, Lena Pope Home, Inc. MHMR Visions Mothers’ Milk Bank of North Texas The Parenting Center Performing Arts Fort Worth, Inc. Children’s Education Program Presbyterian Night Shelter Prevent Blindness Texas, Fort Worth Branch Reata Rehabilitation Recovery Resource Council Ronald McDonald House of Fort Worth SafeHaven of Tarrant County Senior Citizen Services of Greater Tarrant County, Inc. Sickle Cell Disease Association of Tarrant County Southwestern Exposition & Livestock Show Summerbridge Tarrant County Medical Society Alliance and Foundation, Inc. TCU Kinder Frogs School Texas Girls’ Choir Texas Golden Gloves Athletic Association Texas Wesleyan University Trinity Habitat for Humanity Union Gospel Mission of Tarrant County United Community Centers, Inc. United Negro College Fund United Way of Tarrant County Van Cliburn Foundation, Inc. The WARM Place Wings of Hope Equitherapy The Women’s Center The Youth Orchestra of Greater Fort Worth YWCA Fort Worth & Tarrant County Tarrant Area Food Bank 15 Columns-Jan08-6.0:Layout 1 16 12/18/07 5:33 PM Page 16 Columns-Jan08-6.0:Layout 1 12/18/07 5:33 PM MONDAY SUNDAY Page 17 TUESDAY WEDNESDAY 1 Happy New Year Complimentary Black-eyed Peas & Cornbread Cork Room THURSDAY 2 SUNDAY CHAMPAGNE BRUNCH 11 A.M. - 2 P.M. Terrace Room 13 SUNDAY CHAMPAGNE BRUNCH 11 A.M. - 2 P.M. Terrace Room 20 SUNDAY CHAMPAGNE BRUNCH 11 A.M. - 2 P.M. Terrace Room 27 SUNDAY CHAMPAGNE BRUNCH 11 A.M. - 2 P.M. Terrace Room 7 CLUB CLOSED 14 Cork Room Cork Room Terrace Room Closed Birthday and KARAOKE Night CLUB CLOSED 21 CLUB CLOSED 28 Terrace Room Closed CLUB CLOSED Cork Room Terrace Room Closed 5 Terrace Room 6:00-9:00 P.M. PARENTS’ NIGHT OUT Terrace Room 6:00-10:00 P.M. 11 12 Catfish Buffet Cork Room Terrace Room 6:00-10:00 P.M. Terrace Room 6:00-10:00 P.M. FW Stock Show & Rodeo Begins 17 18 19 GRILL NIGHT Plantation Buffet Cork Room Cork Room Birthday Night Catfish Buffet Cork Room Terrace Room 6:00-9:00 P.M. Terrace Room 6:00-10:00 P.M. Terrace Room Closed 23 Plantation Buffet Cork Room Spanish Wines Dinner Terrace Room 29 PASTA NIGHT Birthday Night 16 22 Cork Room Cork Room Terrace Room Closed Terrace Room Closed PASTA NIGHT Terrace Room 6:00-10:00 P.M. 10 GRILL NIGHT Plantation Buffet Cork Room 15 Cork Room Catfish Buffet Cork Room Terrace Room 6:00-9:00 P.M. 9 Terrace Room Closed PASTA NIGHT 4 GRILL NIGHT Plantation Buffet Cork Room 8 PASTA NIGHT SATURDAY 3 CLUB CLOSES at 3:00 PM 6 FRIDAY 24 25 GRILL NIGHT Cork Room Birthday Night Terrace Room 6:00-9:00 P.M. 30 Terrace Room 6:00-10:00 P.M. Catfish Buffet Cork Room Terrace Room 6:00-10:00 P.M. 26 PARENTS’ NIGHT OUT Terrace Room 6:00-10:00 P.M. 31 GRILL NIGHT Cork Room Plantation Buffet Cork Room Terrace Room Closed Birthday Night Terrace Room 6:00-9:00 P.M. NEW HOURS 19TH HOLE Sat.-Sun. Mon. Tues. - Fri. 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM Closed 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM TERRACE ROOM Mon.-Wed. Thurs. Fri.-Sat. Sunday Brunch Closed 6:00 – 9:00 PM 6:00 – 10:00 PM 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM FAIRWAY LOUNGE Sun.-Mon. Closed Tues. - Thurs. 4:30 – 11:00 PM Fri.-Sat. 4:30 PM – 1:00 AM OUTRIGGER Closed for Season Restaurant Hours CORK ROOM HOURS Sat-Sun. 6:30 AM – 8:00 PM Mon. Closed Tues.-Fri. 6:30 AM – 9:00 PM 17 Columns-Jan08-6.0:Layout 1 12/18/07 5:33 PM Page 18 January 11 – February 3 CORK ROOM 3 FOR $30.00++ It’s that time of year again to join us for your Cork Room Rodeo special before heading to Will Rogers Memorial Colliseum. The Cork Room Special (dinner only, Tuesday-Sunday) includes a trip to the Salad Bar, choice of a 14 oz. Rib-eye, a full slab of ribs, or an 8 oz. Filet, plus dessert. OR TERRACE ROOM 4 FOR $40.00++ Here you can create your own tasty menu by choosing two appetizers, an Entrée and a Dessert Thursday-Saturday, dinner only. Call 817.927.4200 to make your reservations. Western attire is acceptable during the run of the Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo. SUPER BOWL 2008 Sunday, February 3– 6:00 PM $20 Cover Charge The Ultimate Super Bowl Tailgate Event is planned for Sunday, February 3 in the Fairway Lounge and Terrace Room. Watch the game on five big screen TVs and enjoy Burgers, Dogs, Sliders, Ribs and Hot Wings with all the fixin’s. We will also have long-neck specials to quench your “super” thirsts. To add to the fun, predict the half-time score and win dinner for four in the Cork Room; predict the final score and win dinner for four in the Terrace Room; and predict the MVP and win a Magnum of wine. (Prizes eligible only for party participants). All this fun for the low cover cost of $20. Call 817-927-4200 to make your reservations to watch a “super” game, enjoy “super” food with “super” family and friends. 18 Columns-Jan08-6.0:Layout 1 12/18/07 5:33 PM Page 19 phone: 817.731.3770 www.designsforliving.com DESIGN BUILD REMODEL 19 Columns-Jan08-6.0:Layout 1 12/18/07 5:33 PM Page 20 Serving You in The Finest Fort Worth Tradition Just Listed ! 3317 Bellaire Park Court ! 3.5 Baths $450,000 Its not a transaction, its a relationship. Renee Eiband Broker Associate Direct: 817-632-9461 renee@williamstrew.com 2821 S. Hulen Street Fort Worth, Texas 76109 www.williamstrew.com Katie Roberts Sales Associate Direct: 817-632-9477 katie@williamstrew.com Colonial Country Club 3735 Country Club Circle Fort Worth, Texas 76109 PRESORTED STANDARD U.S. POSTAGE PAID Ft. Worth, Texas Permit #2695 Check out our Web Site www.colonialfw.com