The Argyle Reporter May 2015 Edition P a g e 2 The Argyle Reporter Aerification of the greens, tees and fairways has been completed and the course has recovered beautifully. The Greens Staff was busy removing downed limbs and debris around the property that winter left behind. Edging of the bunkers and installation of new sand has also begun. Over the next couple of weeks, sand will be redistributed throughout the bunkers as it tends to migrate to the low spots during heavy rain and other extreme weather events. We were able to remove several dead trees around the course this year, however, the weather didn’t’ allow us to complete some much needed pruning along the fence line on #15. This work will be completed as soon as we can get the heavy tree trimming equipment across the course. Cart path and parking lot repairs are also on the agenda this spring and will begin as soon as the ground conditions allow. The halfway house is open and ready for use and we have installed a new ice and water dispenser for your convenience. The restrooms by the pool snack bar are also up and running and soon the snack bar will be open so you can stop by on the turn and pick up an ice-cold beverage, assorted wraps, hot dogs and snacks. We have been moving forward with some great capital improvements this spring. The lobby renovation has been completed and I have received very positive feedback. Thank you to everyone who served on the Decoration Committee, you did a fantastic job. The new fence along the pool area looks fantastic and the kitchen is receiving some new equipment and higher volume exhaust fans that will help improve their operation. Our main computer server is up and running and we continue to clean up our files and data. The following is a message from the Argyle Swim Team: Thank you all to everyone who joined the Kids party at Argyle last month. It was great to see you – and for those who could not attend, we missed you. It was a fun afternoon of bouncing on the moon bounce, designing t-shirts and dancing to the DJ – albeit a little cool for an April day. As the weather begins to warm and we head towards the end of the school year you might find yourself planning for summer days filled with fun. If so, we wanted to take this opportunity to share a little more about the Argyle Alligators swim team, as we would love it if your kids would join us for the 2015 summer season! Here are the top 10 things you should know: 1. It’s fun! 2. The Alligators help kids build a great sense of team - they compete together and cheer together. 3. It’s more than swimming – the kids go to movies, are heading to Sandy Spring Adventure Park, dye t-shirts, have a pancake breakfast, and so much more… 4. It’s not just about the kids – many swim parents share how through the team they got to know other Argyle members and formed really great new friendships. 5. The whole family can join in – as part of the Argyle Alligators you can cheer from the sidelines, be a timer, write ribbons and more. The team needs your help for just a few meets each season (it’s not a big commitment and a great an easy way to participate). 6. The meets are accommodating for working parents, with events on Tuesday and Thursday evenings it is a great way to cheer for your kids at the end of the day. 7. The Argyle coaches are Montgomery County’s best-kept secret. The small team is under the watchful eye of Head Coach, Maneth Gravell, who has been leading Argyle swimmers to success for years. 8. Keeps kids fit. With options for morning and evening swim practice - you can make the practice times work around other camps or schedules. 9. The end of season banquet ends the season with a bang – great presentations for all the achievements of the swimmers, great food and drink and dancing and playing games with a DJ. 10. Did we already say – it’s fun! If your kids are interested in joining, or if you have any questions, please give Stephanie Meinhardt a call at 301-598-5500. We look forward to seeing you this summer at the pool, on the tennis court, or on the golf course!
Mike Barrett Club Administrator & Superintendant P a g e 3 The Argyle Reporter
Welcome New Members
Whitney Costello & Patrick Greaney – Legacy Intermediate 26-28 Membership Mackenzie Costello & Philip Finelli – Legacy Intermediate 26-28 Membership John Lawrence & Gwen Simmons – Intermediate 21-28 Membership Cayce & Bridget Prunesti – Intermediate 21-28 Membership Chaz Wagner & Anna Swicklik – Intermediate 21-28 Membership Chris & Kelly Kelley – Intermediate 29-35 Membership Todd & Christine Wike – Intermediate 29-35 Membership Nick & Lauren DeSarno – Intermediate 29-35 Membership
With Spring finally here to stay and summer fast approaching, now is the time to get your friends, neighbors and associates to sign up for membership. Once you refer them, I treat them to a round of golf or a game of tennis and then let them dine in the Argyle Room or the 1945 Grille. If your referral joins you will receive up to $519.00 in club credit that can be used toward food and beverage, cart and guest fees. We had so many referrals this season so thank you to any and all that have referred new members!
If you have a prospective member you would like to refer, send me an email at [email protected] or give me a call at 301.598.5500.
Stephanie Meinhardt Membership Director
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Hi Golfers The 9-Holers are off to a great spring start! We've had 3 clinics given by Fran, started our weekly tournaments, established our Ringer program, and excelled at having fun!
Our winners for April are: 4-15 Low net: Nancy Cioffari
4-22 Low net: Millie Vermillion Low putts: Barbara Peters
4-29 Low net: Marion Hastings Low putts: Shirley Miller Joanne Natoli
We welcome all new golfers regardless of ability. Please call Kitty McCoy at 301-384-3848 if you are interested in joining us on Wednesdays.
FIRST PLACE SECOND PLACE THIRD PLACE
Beneva Mondor Shirley Grant Lynn Moore Joan Nancy Weigle Clara Sue Steele Rasmussen P a g e 6 The Argyle Reporter
May Drink Specials
Sierra Nevada Draught $3.50 Mint Julep $6.00 Matanzas Creek Sauvignon Blanc $6.25 glass / $25.00 bottle P a g e 7 The Argyle Reporter
Congratulations to the teams of Brian Hicks & Matt McCormick and Ryan McCarthy & Pat McCormick (Baltimore Country Club). Both teams competed in the USGA Four-Ball Championship held at The Olympic Club in San Francisco this past week. Ryan and Pat qualified for match play and made it to the round of 16 before being eliminated.
Argyle hosted a very successful Irish Open to help raise money for the McGinn family. Mike is currently at the Shepard Center in Atlanta doing well and getting stronger every day. Thank you to all who participated either by playing or donating.
The new golf cart fleet has arrived! We are excited to introduce you to the new Club Car Precedent golf cart next time you are at the club. If you have any ques- tions please don’t hesitate to ask a member of the golf staff.
Our summer intern will be Sean O’Neil from the University of Maryland Eastern Shore. Sean will join the team on Monday, May 18th.
The shop is fully stocked with new merchandise from Peter Millar, Foot-Joy, Adidas and Polo. We have received a new inventory of Boost golf shoes from Adidas and eyewear by Oakley. If you don’t find what you’re looking for please let us know and we can place a special order.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Spring Fling – May 9th
Argyle Cup – May 16th and 17th
Taylor Made Fitting and Demo Day – Sunday, May 17th
Kevin Taylor, PGA Head Golf Professional
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AWGA 18 -Holers Ladies having fun through friendship and golf
By the time you read this, our Maryland State Women's Division defending champions will have won over Baltimore Country Club. Matches continue most Saturdays in May until the winner is decided. Winners in our first tournament, Match Play vs Par were Ivy Holsey ( 2 up on Par) and Lisa Splaine (1 up.) That doesn’t usually happen! Usually the entire field loses to par. Winners in our May “Where is Waldo” Mixer were Melly Tucker, Maggie Whall, Sue Marchone, and Barb Pearson. HAVE YOU ASKED YOUR MEMBER GUEST participants yet??? Do it NOW! Swing with Bling, as you remember, is set for Sunday, May 31. Our afternoon Shotgun start is at 1, preceded by a light lunch and followed by dinner and awards There will be prizes for the most blinged-out teams. Let Carol Davies know your guests and their clubs ASAP.
Our next major tournament is the Nassau, which is open for play from Sunday, May 10 through Sunday, May 17 [the extended play dates are to accommodate those play- ing in the MD State matches, but are open to all players]. The format for this tourna- ment is 18-hole stroke play with 100 percent handicap. Net prizes are awarded for best front nine, best back nine, and overall 18 holes. Players with odd-numbered handicaps shall take the extra stroke on the front nine. A player may only win one prize. The player winning overall low net is not eligible for the prize for best front nine or best back nine. If the same player (other than the overall low net winner), would otherwise win best front nine and best back nine, she will be awarded best front nine.
There is also a MEMORIAL Tournament, which is Wednesday, May 20 through Mon- day, May 25. For this tournament, you pay $5 to the pro shop before teeing off. There’s a 50/50 split between our Memorial Fund and the winners. Honor our long-time mem- bers Marge Rumrill and Jill Regan as you play this tournament.
Diane Herndon and her partner won third place in the second flight of the Women’s Trans National Four Ball at St. Simons, GA.
Hours of Operation
Monday Closed Monday Closed Tues-Fri 11AM-9PM Tues-Fri 11AM-9PM
Saturday 11AM-9PM Saturday 11AM-9PM 1945 Grille 1945
ArgyleRoom Sunday 11AM-8PM Sunday 11AM-8PM
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
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SJE Outing MSGA A-Team
Marathon Bridge WMGA Senior Team Match
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AWGA LRMD Golf Outing CInco De Mayo 9 Holers NIH Golf Spring Fling Reconciliation Celebration Grandmothers Tournament (Men's One-Day Tournament Member Guest)
B-Team vs. Rolling Pasta Night Progressive Bridge
Sunday Brunch
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Mothers Day NSA Golf Swim Divot Filling Children's Hospital Argyle Cup Brunch Association Outing Taco Tuesday Committee Meeting Gathering Bridge Party
Pasta Night Stone Ridge Bridge Luncheon Golf Outing
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Argyle Cup Greater Silver Taco Tuesday M-PG Match Greens Pool Grand Spring Committee Meeting Opening Party Chamber Outing Sunday Brunch Pasta Night Social Bridge Summer Golf Mixer
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Sunday Brunch Memorial Day Washington SMGA Board WDGA Outing Summer Kick Off B-Team vs. Norbeck Cook Out Metropolitan Meeting Party
Mid- Am Rib Lab Finance Committee 1945 Open Meeting
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AWGA Member Guest Pasta Night
Brunch
Hours of Operation
Monday Closed Monday Closed Tues-Fri 11AM-9PM Tues-Fri 11AM-9PM
Saturday 11AM-9PM Saturday 11AM-9PM 1945 Grille 1945
ArgyleRoom Sunday 11AM-8PM Sunday 11AM-8PM
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1 2 3 4 5 6
Bethesda YMCA Bonner Golf Outing 9 Holers Angels Progressive Bridge Men's Stroke Play Golf Outing Tournament Movie Taco Tuesday Pro Duffers Golf At the Drive In Outing
Social Committee Meeting
Pasta Night 7 8 9 10 11 12 13
Men's Stroke Play WCAC Outing Tuesday Night Pasta Night Divot Filling League Gathering
Swim Committee Leo Schubert Sunday Brunch Meeting Outing
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Sunday Brunch Tuesday Night McCormick Social Bridge Schools Out for League Paints Outing Summer Party
Senior Member Pasta Night Guest
Greens Committees Meeting
21 22 23 24 25 26 27 9 Holers Fathers Day Tuesday Night Home to Home Men’s Member Men’s Member Brunch League @ Argyle Guest Practice Guest Day SMGA Board B-Team vs. Meeting Piney Branch
Finance Committee Meeting
Pasta Night 28 29 30
Sunday Brunch Tuesday Night League
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JUNIOR TENNIS Spring clinic session April 14 to May 29 7 week session Tiny Tots (ages 4-6) Weds. 4:30-5:15pm Fee: $105 Starts: April 15 & ends May 27 Limit 6 per class Young beginners (ages 7-9) Thursdays 4:30-5:30 Fee: $140 Starts: April 16 & ends May 28 Limit 6 per class Low intermediates (ages 10-14) Tues. 4:30-5:30pm or Fri. 5-6pm Fee: $140 Starts: Tues, April 14 or Fri., April 17 Limit 6 per class
To sign up for any of the above clinics, call the pro shop at 301-598-0316
JUNIOR SPORTS CAMPS Boys and girls ages 6-14 This all inclusive camp is entertaining and educational, combining the basic fundamentals of both golf and tennis. Our professional staff will teach your child the techniques and etiquette needed to participate and compete in these wonderful sports throughout their lifetime. Details: The camp runs from 9am-4pm with lunch included. Fee: $375 per camper, per week, siblings will be $330 per week. Members may bring a buddy (non-member) at $375 for the week. Session 1: July 13 – 17 Session 2: July 20 – 24 Please call the main club house to sign up. Dial 301-598-5500.
ADULT CLINICS AND TEAMS Spring Session April 18 – May 30
Ladies beginner clinic Day & time: Saturdays 2-3pm Dates: April 18 – May 30 Fee: $140 Limit 4 per clinic
Cardio Tennis (all levels welcome) Day & time: Sundays 12-1:00pm Dates: Every Sunday starting April 19 & ending May 31 Fee: $10/class Limit 4 per class Please call the tennis pro shop at 301-598-0316 to sign up.
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LADIES INTER-CLUB TENNIS TEAMS
Here at Argyle we have 4 different levels of ladies inter-club tennis teams. Each team consists of 5 doubles teams who compete against other country clubs in the D.C. metro area. The team has one match (mornings) per week along with one practice per week. The season runs for 7 weeks with this year starting April 14 and going thru May 29. The fall season will begin the week of Labor Day and run through the third week in October. Cost: $150/player/season.
2015 TENNIS SCHEDULE
April 1 Courts open for season (weather permitting) 14 Junior spring clinics begin 14 Ladies inter-club matches begin
May 15 Adult tennis mixer
June 5 Ladies inter-club matches end 10 Men’s Wed. night doubles begin 14 Ladies member-guest round robin 15 Ladies Monday night tennis begins 16 Junior summer clinics begin 18 Junior tennis team begins with first match 19 Adult tennis mixer
July 13 First session of Sports Camp begins 14 Junior boys tennis team playoffs 16 Junior girls tennis team playoffs 17 Adult tennis mixer 20 Second session of Sports Camp begins 26 Junior tennis team banquet
Aug 17 Ladies last Monday night tennis
Sept 1 Junior fall clinics begin 8 Ladies fall inter-club matches begin 18 Last Adult tennis mixer
Oct 4 Second Annual Tom Brown Memorial tennis round-robin
Nov 1 Courts close for the winter
- Charlie Petrusky, Tennis Professional
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We have finally rolled out our new spring/summer menu. There are a lot of changes and I’m sure everyone will be satisfied with all of the new items. Come on in and check it out. You will not be disappointed. There have been some pretty good turnouts thus far for our “Lab” projects. I think we hit the nail on the head with this and it is a really cool way to make changes based on popular opin- ion. Don’t forget to mark your calendars for our next lab…… Ribs!!! We will provide a little more than a half rack with several different sauces. We will also start with a salad of course and we will also have some family style sides on each table. The winning sauce will replace our current BBQ sauce so come out and “Rock the Vote.”
Chef Reilly Ward P a g e 14 The Argyle Reporter
Contact Anthony Paino if you are interested in becoming a tournament sponsor.
ARGYLE SWIM TEAM REGISTRATION FORM SUMMER 2015
Please print clearly
Parents’ Names: ______
Address: ______
Phone Numbers: Home: ______Cell: ______
Parent Email Address (Required to receive important email updates): ______
Please list all Officials Training: ______
Children Registering for Swim Team & Pre–Team*($125 for first child, $100 each additional child.) ** Early Bird Discount if Argyle receives your form by May 1, 2015
*15 – 18 year olds will not be charged a swim team fee if they are willing to be a “Swim Mentor” this season. Swim Mentors MUST be willing to help with younger swimmers’ practices, set up for the home meet, be run- ners during ALL home meets, attend the mini meet, lead the team cheers and will be assigned duties to help with the younger teammates at the meets. If you are willing to help, please write MENTOR in the cost column of this form. The Coaches and Rep will be meeting with all Mentors at the beginning of the season to confirm duties and to sign a contract. Mentor fees will not be waived until after the swim season is over and duties have been fulfilled.
Please indicate T-shirt size: Youth small, medium, large or adult small, medium, large
1. Name: ______M/F DOB: ______T-shirt size: Y – S M L XL, A – S M L XL $125
2. Name: ______M/F DOB: ______T-shirt size: Y – S M L XL, A – S M L XL $100
3. Name: ______M/F DOB: ______T-shirt size: Y – S M L XL, A – S M L XL $100
4. Name: ______M/F DOB: ______T-shirt size: Y – S M L XL, A – S M L XL $100
ARGYLE ACCOUNT #: ______TOTAL COST: $______
TOTAL FEES WILL BE BILLED TO YOUR ARGYLE ACCOUNT.
Please return this form by May 1st to receive a 10% discount per swimmer
Pre–Team children must be “water safe”. If you have any questions as to whether or not your child is ready for the swim team, please see one of the coaches in the beginning of the season. The Argyle Reporter P a g e 1 9 The Argyle Reporter P a g e 18 CONTACT INFORMATION
Clubhouse & Reservations (301) 598-5500 Hours of Operation
Fax Number (301) 598-5121 Argyle Dining Room Hours
Golf Shop (301) 598-6949 Monday Closed Tennis Shop (301) 598-0316 Tuesday 11:00 A.M. - 9:00 P.M. Wednesday 11:00 A.M. - 9:00 P.M. Greens Department (301) 598-6544 Thursday 11:00 A.M. - 9:00 P.M.
Pool (Direct Line) (301) 598-2290 Friday 11:00 A.M. - 9:00 P.M. Saturday 7:30 A.M. - 9:00 P.M. Snack Bar (301) 598-3206 Sunday 7:30 A.M. - 8:00 P.M.
General Charges: (301) 598-5500 The 1945 Grille Hours Ken Snoots Ext. 204
Dining/Clubhouse Business (301) 598-5500 Monday Closed Anthony P. Paino Ext. 214 Tuesday 11:00 A.M. - 9:00 P.M. Wednesday 11:00 A.M. - 9:00 P.M. Catering (301) 598-5500 Thursday 11:00 A.M. - 9:00 P.M. Amanda Jones Ext. 203 Friday 11:00 A.M. - 9:00 P.M. Saturday 7:30 A.M. - 9:00 P.M. Sunday 7:30 A.M. - 8:00 P.M.
GUIDING PRINCIPLES
Mission Statement-Argyle Country Club is committed to providing an enjoyable social experience within an honorable community.
Vision Statement-Establish Argyle’s position as a private, traditional country club with excellent golf and dining programs, complemented by highly regarded tennis, swim and hospitality activities. This will be supported by an engaged membership in well maintained facilities with competitive costs and a financially sound operation.
Clubs Values & Guiding Principles
Candor, Honesty & Respect-Identify and deal with issues with candor. Be honest, open and transparent in everything we do. Respect varied ideas and contribution of every member and treat everyone equally. Respect for the Club rules and facilities. Act in an honorable manner.
Quality-A commitment to doing things the right way. Exercise fiscal responsibility, good governance and sound management. Do what we say and say what we do.
Community– The Club depends on encouraging members to become involved and accept leadership positions relating to Club
Staff Officers and Directors Committee Chairs
Mike Barrett -Golf Course Superintendent/Club Brian Willson - President Tony Delucca - Golf Administrator Don Chick - Vice President Petey Bolesta - Tennis Anthony P. Paino - Clubhouse Manager Peter Young - Treasurer Robert Baker - Greens Ken Snoots - Controller George Bonifant - Secretary Phil Curtin - Membership Kevin Taylor - Head Golf Professional George Mernick - Director Ines Voorhees - Social Stephanie Meinhardt - Membership Director Jane Curtin - Director Alison Klumpp - Swim Amanda Jones - Director of Catering Robert King - Director Chip Voorhees - Facilities Reilly Ward - Chef de Cuisine Joe Albrecht - Director Melly Tucker - Handicap Asjid Mohammad - Banquet & Sous Chef Michael McDonald - Director Kevin Flannery- Finance Francis X Hogan, III - Assistant Golf Professional Charlie Petrusky - Tennis Professional Russell Brock - Service Director