Sawgrasscountryclub.Com • 10034 Golf Club Drive, Ponte Vedra Beach Florida 32082 • 904–273–3700 2 Club Directory and Message from the GM
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Upcoming Events and Membership News • July / August, 2015 July 4th is our largest family oriented event throughout the year. July 4th 2014 Golf Cart Parade Winners Sawgrass Members are always excited to be in the spirit! Uncle Sam and Lady Liberty will be back this year Leading the Parade! sawgrasscountryclub.com • 10034 Golf Club Drive, Ponte Vedra Beach Florida 32082 • 904–273–3700 2 CluB DireCtory anD MessaGe FroM the GM sawgrass Country Club 10034 Golf Club Drive • Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida 32082 www.sawgrasscountryclub.com Main Number . 904–273–3700 Facsimile . 904–543–1022 From the General Manager Directory Barry McDonald Concierge / Dining and reservations . 273–3736 Golf Pro shop . 273–3720 In addition to the activity around Sawgrass Country Club that every 4th of tennis Pro shop . 273–3740 July brings, we are also preparing for several projects around the club set for the Fitness & recreation . 273–3748 remainder of the year. Beach Club topsider Bistro & lounge . 394–0150 The South Course project is moving along very nicely and we are currently on Golf Clubhouse Grill room & Bar . 273–3701 schedule for completion and plan to reopen in October. This month we will be Pavilion sandbar Bistro . 543–1026 completing the final grassing stage of the project and monitoring the growing in tarpon room . 543–1039 of the fairways and tees which will require significant watering and fertilization. to Contact the Board of Governors Peggy Grant, Executive Assistant to Board of Governors 273–3717 The Master Plan Phase II Project which focuses on the Beach Club will com- [email protected] mence this month on July 7th with mold remediation and HVAC duct work Club Personnel improvements inside the Beach Club. The interiors of the Beach Club will be General Manager addressed immediately following this process and then the outside improve- Barry McDonald . 273–3710 ments including the pool and pavilion expansion. [email protected] Director of Golf Our plan for the membership during the disruption of normal business has Greg Lecker . 273–3707 [email protected] demanded a great deal of our attention. We understand that the Beach Club is a highly desirable club facility so proper planning for member dining options is head tennis Professional Magnus Berglund . 273–3740 critical as we begin the renovation work at the Beach Club. [email protected] Director of Fitness & recreation Tim Majure . 273–3748 [email protected] Director of Food and Beverage Perry Kenney . 273–3731 [email protected] Membership Frequently asked question: executive Chef Michael Ayres . 273–3731 What is the guest policy? [email protected] We encourage our members to invite their guests to enjoy the club Director of Member services Janet Collins . 273–3708 amenities. For the enjoyment of all members, it is each member’s [email protected] responsibility to know and abide by club rules when inviting guests to Member services the Club. It is against club rules to give your member number or card Mary McGarrigle . 273–3703 to a non-member that has not been registered with the club. [email protected] Catering & special events Manager Guests living within the local area: Michelle Fronek . 543–1021 [email protected] Members must accompany their guests at all times and are responsible Communications Coordinator for their charges and behavior. Family and non-family guests living Kevin Ramsey . 273–3728 within the five (5) surrounding counties of St. Johns, Duval, Nassau, [email protected] Clay and Baker are limited to the six time, annual rule (in total) when activities and recreation Coordinator playing golf, tennis, using the fitness facility, or playing games such as Molly Newsom . 543-1039 cards or trivia. All guests are subject to the applicable fees when playing [email protected] golf, tennis or using the fitness center. There is no limit on how often accounts receivable . 273-3702 a member can invite the same local guest(s) to dine, go to the beach or [email protected] use the pools at the beach club. hours oF oPERATION 3 HOURS OF OPERATION Beach Club hostess Golf Clubhouse Grill room 394–0150 273–3701 Open Seven–Days–A–Week topsider Closed 7-6-2015 Breakfast Our operating plan is to fully utilize the Beach Club Pavilion during the summer until further notice Sunday months by offering more theme nights and the Golf Club will host club events and 8:30am–1:00pm oasis Deck & oasis Bar A la’ Carte dining during this time. Although we believe this to be an adequate 11:00am–8:00pm Lunch & Salad Bar adjustment during the renovation, we remain sensitive to our members’ expecta- Bar service only, subject to Monday–Saturday tions and request your patience and understanding throughout the project. change, weather permitting 11:00am–2:30pm Wednesday – Sunday Appetizers The kids are out of school and the summertime activity is in full force. The 4th of 3:00–5:00pm July holiday is always a big week here at Sawgrass Country Club so please use some ocean’s edge Closed 7-6-2015 Dinner extra caution around the club and take a look inside the Horizon’s to help you plan Beginning July10 until further notice Wednesday–Saturday for your activity during the week. With all of this activity we ask that you exer- 5:00–9:00pm cise courtesy while visiting the club facilities. The Sawgrass Master Association is Pavilion sandbar Bistro Call ahead for Live Entertainment participating with the cost of the fireworks on the 4th and we would like to thank Thursday & Friday Evenings them for their support. Carry–Out–Pizza 543–1026 inn–Between I must compliment the hard work in our Membership department including Open Seven–Days–A–Week 543–1066 the Membership Committee for the impressive results. Please continue to visit Monday–Thursday Monday–Sunday the club often and participate in the many events we are planning for you for the 11:00am–8:00pm 8:00am–4:00pm remainder of the summer. See you around the Club! Friday–Sunday Sundays Only 11:00am–9:00pm Grill on the Green – Barry McDonald Weather Permitting 11:00am–2:30pm tarpon room Grill room Bar (Kid Kare & Kid’s night out) 273–3701 543–1039 Monday – Sunday Kid Care Monday–Friday 11:00am–7:00pm 8:00am–12:00pm Guests living outside the local area: Friday & Saturday K–N–O 5:00–9:00pm racquet Club Pro shop Non-Family guests living outside the area must be accompanied by 273–3740 the member at all times and are subject to the applicable guest fees Concierge Hours: Sunday 8:00am–12:00pm for golf, tennis and using the fitness facilities. Family charge privileges Monday-Saturday are available for parents, grandparents, children and grandchildren 9:00am–5:00pm Monday – Saturday living outside the five (5) county area and allows them to use the club Sunday 9:00am-4:00pm 8:00am–4:30pm without being accompanied by the member. Call 904–273–3736. Reservations Fitness Center Family guests are subject to the applicable fees when playing golf, made by voice mail 273–3748 tennis or using the Fitness facilities. Members are required to register will be confirmed Monday – Thursday the next day their family guests with the Membership office in advance to obtain 5:00am–8:00pm membership cards and parking passes. If you plan to accompany your All outdoor seating is first come, first served. Friday 5:00am–7:00pm non-local, family or non-family guest(s) it is not necessary to register •5 Day Cancellation Saturday 7:00am–6:00pm them with the club. Policy for Special Events Sunday 7:00am–5:00pm (See your Club Rules) To review our Club Rules, please log-in to the Members Only website and visit the Club information section. All rules have been reviewed and approved by your member-elected Board of Governors. reservations 904-273-3736 4 GolF – FroM the tee TO the Green Major Championship Pick A Pro Dates: open Championship: saturday, July 18th PGa Championship: saturday, august 15th Times: All Day; Must return card by 5:00pm Format: Better Ball of Pair plus Competitors’ scores for Round 3 & 4 of event. (90% handicap) Pairings: Members will make their own team and pick a competitor by blind draw before their round. Eligibility: Open to all members with Golf Privileges. Prizes: Golf Shop credit awarded for flight winners. Cost: $12.50+tax per player plus applicable golf fees. Sawgrass Has An On-line Store Front! you can now purchase items through this exciting shopping portal. Simply visit the web address here below: http://sawgrasscc.vanguardproshop.com/sawgrasscc_01/ Men’s Gin Rummy Returns in October! We are seeking beginner and experienced men who enjoy fun, competition and camaraderie by playing the game of Gin Rummy. Please join us on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays in the Golf Clubhouse card room at 1:00 pm starting in October. If you are interested in participating or learning the game, please e-mail Gus Klein at [email protected] or call 904-285-1275. Golf Course Maintenance is set for August 3 - 7 anD eVERYTHING in–BetWeen 5 Golf Summer Camps Dog Tip Drop in Days are still available: The golf staff has been • July 6-9 • July 20-23 • July 27-30 • august 10-13 busy preparing for several junior golf activities for the Camps are $225 for members, $275 for sponsored guests summer. I was surprised All camps will focus on the fundamentals of golf in an exciting and fun atmo- but very happy to learn sphere throughout our golf facilities combining skill challenges, professional that we have over 100 children from the age instruction, and on-course playing.