DAC NEWS
NOVEMBER - DECEMBER 2017
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President’s Letter..................................... 3 es of Music NYE Bash” Turf Talk on the Golf Course................. 4 Tradition & Hole in One.......................4-5
e display of Carved Meats, Fitness........................................................... 6 food, Hors d’oeuvres Tennis.............................................................7 andKid’s Pastry Holidays............................................. 8 Favors, Balloon Drop, casino tables
Management Team General Manager Brent Burkhart bburkhart@dacstaff.org Executive Assistant Pat Stevens pstevens@dacstaff.org Catering & Events Manager Stephanie Fisher Communications Director Jacqueline Robinson jrobinson@dacstaff.org Controller Patricia Downing pdowning@dacstaff.org Executive Chef Mark Ellis mellis@dacstaff.org Fitness Director Jeff Hoke fitness@dacstaff.org Food & Beverage Director Phil Callahan pcallahan@dacstaff.org
Thanksgiving Buffet...................................... 9 Dining..................................................................10 Holiday Events................................................. 11 Holiday Wine Tasting & Opera...........12-13 2017 Fall Festival Gallery......................14-15
Board of Directors - 2017/2018 Golf Director Lance Patterson lpatterson@dacstaff.org Golf Course Superintendent Kevin Nettles knettles@dacstaff.org Massage & Wellness Galen Flemons gcflemons@gmail.com Membership Director Sarah Dixon sdixon@dacstaff.org Retail Director Bridget Bartlett bbartlett@dacstaff.org Service Director Isis Marquez imarquez@dacstaff.org Tennis Director Patrick Fitzgerald pfitzgerald@dacstaff.org
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Duke Tran – President Sandy Kaufman Treasurer and Finance Committee Chairman Mike Childers
Doug Day Strategic Planning Committee Chairman
First Vice President and Golf & Grounds Chairman
Laura Adams
Warren Sibley Second Vice President and Membership Committee Chairman
Robert Doane
Jerome Anderson Secretary and House Committee Chairman Phil Jones Governance Committee Chairman
Ron Baker
Terry Jarvis Mike Lee Jay Lowenberg Steve Mayfield Charlie Milner
Email the Board of Directors: boardofdirectors@dacstaff.org
FROM DUKE TRAN, PRESIDENT
DEAR MEMBERS What a wonderful year to be a golfer in Dallas, Texas. We have been blessed with near perfect golf course weather. I cannot recall a year that our golf courses have looked and played this top-notch. If you played in Tradition this year, you will agree that it was by far the best Member-Guest. Not only did our golf courses look pristine, our facilities offer more than ever before. Thank you to our one-of-a-kind staff for providing another memorable weekend for participants. This has been a remarkable year for our Club. The completed projects were received with unanimous praise. As I mentioned in an earlier newsletter, the Board is already working on future projects. Phase II of the pool renovation will begin shortly. I am happy to announce the golf courses will undergo another renovation in 2018. This project will consist of many different areas, but a few highlights: level the uneven fairways, redesign many tee boxes, and rebuild multiple bridges. Our Tennis program is a source of tremendous pride for the Club, and as such, we are committed to its continued growth. Our Tennis facility will receive a substantial facelift. A few highlights of the project: resurface every court, construct two additional outdoor courts, add new fencing, modify viewing areas, and update the Pro Shop. We are enthusiastic about these upcoming projects. Don’t forget to mark your calendars for Sunday, December 10, for our Holiday Open House and Toy Drive. This is our Annual Holiday gathering to celebrate our members and staff. Come enjoy the food, fellowship, music, and merriment. In addition to the holiday festivities, our Members and staff are encouraged to bring a new unwrapped toy to support a local charity that benefits less fortunate children in our surrounding area. I encourage you to attend this festive tradition. Thank you to everyone for such an outstanding year. On behalf of the Board of Directors, we all wish the entire Dallas Athletic Club family, our Members, and staff a Joyous Holiday Season. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! . Duke Tran Dallas Athletic Club President
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KEVIN NETTLES, SUPERINTENDENT
course conditions As we get to the end of Fall, it is a good time to reflect back on the
golf season. The course condition in 2017 was remarkable due to the timely rains and perfect temperatures. As for the greens, there was less humidity throughout the summer and the result was healthier greens. The fairways were aesthetically perfect due to the above average rain
amount, but with the additional growth came some unwanted thatch or puffiness. Our landscaping has continued to mature and we are excited with the look that our landscape architect has provided with the native grasses and plants. As for the winter months we are busy working on installing new landscape lighting for our entrance. We are also working on the final pieces of our plans for the course improvements coming next summer. We currently know that the improvements will include tee box leveling, the addition of a few new tee boxes, the replacement of several more bridges, reshaping of some lake and, creek banks, and the leveling on some fairways. We will keep you informed as the plan progresses.
Tradition 2017 Jack Nicklaus Flight 1st Rob Manor & Chris McCrary +1 2nd Dan Crump & John Dickerson +1 Arnold Palmer Flight
Sam Snead Flight 1st Tom Frame & Steve Kaplan +3 2nd Steve Mayfield & Royce Cannon -1 Seve Ballesteros Flight
1st Bobby Rosener & Adam Sturdevant +2
1st Warren Sibley & Tom Ramirez +3
2nd Chris Cronin & Brett Perry +1
2nd Bill Bywaters & John De Loache +1
Lee Trevino Flight 1st Lance Whitworth & Zack Pickles +3 2nd John Griffin & Andrew Gautreaux -17 Tom Watson Flight
Francis Ouimet Flight 1st James Henson & Doc Henson +2 2nd Kelly Jones & Rory Divin -6 Bobby Jones Flight
1st Quintan Cockerell & Michael Duffy -7
1st Gary Penn & Dave Stewart +2
2nd Drew Davis & Brian Bailey -10
2nd Adam Meierhofer & Dustin Sparks -2
Ben Hogan Flight 1st John Paty & Chad Allen +6 2nd Andrew Grim & Joey Mundy +1 Byron Nelson Flight
Walter Hagen Flight 1st Clay McNutt & Greg Carpenter +5 2nd Rob McAuley & Bill Elam -2 Harry Vardon Flight
1st Lance Lane & Michael Lane +5
1st Bo Wolf & Donny Dupuis +6
2nd Michael Matetich & Billy Bradford +1
2nd Phil Krauter & Andy Murray 0
Gary Player Flight 1st Paul Broome & Greg Ewing +4 2nd Bret Michaelis & Terry Maher -9 Gene Sarazen Flight
Tom Morris Flight 1st Mike Potter & Larry Spradling +5 2nd Ron Clemons & Todd Clemons +4 Ralph Guldahl Flight
1st Phil Jones & Jim Rosenthal +4
1st Jimmie Dale & Kevin Samples +4
2nd David Parkin & Mike Parkin -5
2nd Jason Gorsuch & Derek Holland 0
Payne Stewart Flight
FIRST PLACE WINNERS Paul Broome & Greg Ewing TRADITION 2017
Billy Casper Flight
1st Don Gafner & Dave Schmeer +6
1st Pete Peterson & Rick Larsen +1
2nd Duke Tran & Kyle Hughes +1
2nd Dave Miller & Bill Miller 0
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SECOND PLACE WINNERS Bobby Rosener & Adam Sturdevent
TRADITION 2017
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fitness Let’s Start a Holiday Plan Believe it or not…..2018 is only two months away! In the fitness industry we gear up for the New Year! We know what is going to happen. We’ll see bright faces, great attitudes and hear a lot of our members say “I was so bad during the holidays!” Have no fear, help is here! We’re going to lay out a plan for you. First, you CAN enjoy the holidays without going overboard. Holiday parties usually have the same layouts. A lot of calorie rich dishes, fatty meats, sugary desserts and as much alcohol as you want. What’s the solution? Avoidance, abstinence, restriction or the “I don’t care, I’ll start my diet after NewYears!”
THE PLAN AVOIDANCE ABSTINENCE RESTRICTION
I vote for restriction. The best way to enjoy the holiday party without offending the host or denying yourself is through restriction. Portion control is the only way to accomplish this feat. Meats should be as lean as possible and the portion should resemble the size and thickness of your hand (without the fingers). Carbohydrates, which consist of fruits, vegetables, breads and pastas should be limited to two portions. A portion of carbohydrates should be what can fit in the palm of your hand. Sorry, but that’s the rule. As far as alcohol goes…two drinks are the limit. Period! Alcohol turns into sugar and then translates to fat. The goal of this eating plan is to maintain your current weight and to not “pack on the pounds”. Sticking to this plan will help you enjoy the holidays and prevent you from digging yourself a big hole before the new year. Let us know if we can help you this holiday season! Jeff Hoke Fitness Director
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Vist us online at the Club website for Fitness Programs and Class Schedules www.dallasathleticclub.org
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We have a new class just for you! TEN FIT!!!!! The DAC Tennis program has grown immensely over the past few years and competitiveness is at an all-time high. Now that the Fall Season has ended, it’s time to gear up and get a head start before next season begins. We are introducing a new class that is tennis specific. Do you want to take your game to the next level and leave your opponents exhausted? Get to the ball faster by improving both foot speed and mobility, plus smash serves with greater velocity? Prevent tennis elbow? Eliminate lower body injuries? Strengthen your calves? Then this tennis-specific workout is for you. The combination of intervals, agility, mobility, and strength training is a game changer! Please check the website and Club Calendar for days and times! Patrick Fitzgerald Tennis Director
November 3: WTA 70’s Peace, Love, and Tennis Member-Guest
Junior Holiday Tennis Camp: Session 1 12/19-22 Session 2 12/26-29 $180 per camper Tuesday thru Friday 12:30pm-3:30pm Ages 6-12
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GINGER BREAD HOUSE Saturday, November 18 11am - 1pm $37 Child
Pancakes with Santa Saturday, December 2 9am - 11am $16 Adult | $11 Child
brunch with Santa Sunday, December 3 11am - 2pm $39 Adult | $17 Child
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Thanksgiving Menu
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Delicious Assortment of Fall Salads Garde Manger Showpiece Fresh Baked Bread Display with Traditional Muffins and Nut Breads
Homemade Pastries Chocolate Dipped Strawberries Adults $33.00 | Children $16.50
*Children 4 & under enjoy a Complimentary Meal
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DINNING AND HOLIDAY EVENTS Casual Wednesday Night
(Kids 12 & Under Eat free, Except Pizza Night) November 1st Picnic Fried Chicken Chicken Fried Steak Signature Mashed Potatoes Green Bean and Corn Medley Buttermilk Biscuits with Cream Gravy November 8th Build Your Own Pizza Night Fantastic Family Fun! Make your own pizza with the Kids Only you know how to make it exactly how you like it! Enjoy the Ice Cream Sundae Bar for Dessert Adults – $12.00 | Children – $6.75 November 15th Home Style Meatloaf – 2 ways Better than Grandma’s Gravy and Onion Sauce Smashed Gold Potatoes Country Style Green Beans November 22nd Spaghetti and Meatballs Chicken Romano Roasted Potatoes Lemon Squash November 29th Buttermilk Pecan Chicken Mashed Potatoes Broccoli with Carrots Fresh Hot Dinner Rolls December 6th Beer Breaded Cod Fillet Mushroom Chop Steaks Yukon Gold Potatoes Vegetable Medley December 13th Chicken and Dumplings Roasted Potatoes Vegetable Medley Hot Cobbler December 20st Home Style Meatloaf – 2 ways Better than Grandmas’s Gravy and Onion Sauce Smashed Gold Potatoes Country Style Green Beans December 27th Buttermilk Pecan Chicken Mashed Potatoes Broccoli with Carrots Fresh Hot Dinner Rolls
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Friday Night Delights November 3rd BABY BACK RIBS including Ranch Style Beans Corn on the Cob and French Fries All You Can Eat! $19.95 Adults | $10.50 Children November 10th GOURMET BURGERS with Assorted Toppings and Condiments Sweet Potato Fries and Ranch Fries Assorted Slaws and Salad Ice Cream Sundae Bar $16.00 for Adults | $8.00 for Children November 17th SOUTHWESTERN NIGHT Wood Fired Grilled Chicken & Beef Fajitas Specialty Jumbo Shrimp Tacos Enchiladas Del Dia Arroz y Frijoles Borracho includes Salad Bar $23.00 for Adults | $11.50 for Children November 24th TEXAS BUFFET Carved BBQ Brisket of Beef Country Pork Ribs, Beer Infused Chicken Signature Mashed Potatoes Pinto Beans Station with Cornbread Sweet Corn on the Cob & Fried Okra Assorted Salad Bar Cobblers with Blue Bell Ice Cream $23.00 for Adults | $11.50 for Children December 1st BABY BACK RIBS including Ranch Style Beans Corn on the Cob and French Fries All You Can Eat! $19.95 Adults | $10.50 Children December 8th ITALIAN NIGHT Made to Order Pasta Bar Primavera Vegetables & Lasagna Garlic Bread, Mediterranean Salad Bar $17.95 for Adults | $8.95 for Children December 15th SOUTHWESTERN NIGHT Wood Fired Grilled Chicken & Beef Fajitas Specialty Jumbo Shrimp Tacos Enchiladas Del Dia Arroz y Frijoles Borracho includes Salad Bar $23.00 for Adults | $11.50 for Children
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HOLIDAY EVENTS Friday, November 10th ~ 7:00 pm
December 22nd CHRISTMAS BUFFET Carved Honey Glazed Ham Roast Turkey with Giblet Gravy Cornbread Dressing Mashed Potatoes Fresh Vegetables Pumpkin. Pecan and Fruit Pies $22.00
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Saturday, November 18th ~ 11:00 am
Gingerbread House Decorating ~ $37 per child
Thursday, November 23rd ~ 11:00 am Thanksgiving Buffet
Saturday, December 2nd ~ 9:00 am
Pancakes with Santa - $16 Adult | $11 Child
Sunday, December 3rd ~ 11:00 am
Brunch with Santa - $39 Adult | $17 Child
Sunday, December 10th ~ 4:00 pm Holiday Open House - Toy Drive
Saturday, December 23rd ~ 6:00 pm
Holiday Opera Recital featuring Jared Schwartz
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December 28th TEXAS BUFFET Carved BBQ Brisket of Beef Country Pork Ribs, Beer Infused Chicken Signature Mashed Potatoes Pinto Beans Station with Cornbread Sweet Corn on the Cob & Fried Okra Assorted Salad Bar Cobblers with Blue Bell Ice Cream $23.00 for Adults | $11.50 for Children
Cuvelier Los Andes Wine Tasting $15 per Person ~ Complimentary to Wine Society Members
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wine tasting Wine Tasting with Cuvelier los Andes ~ Argentina, Mendoza Friday ~ November 10th - 7:00 PM
DAC takes enormous pride in providing a wonderful wine value to our Membership. We have identified Cuvelier los Andes as one of the highest quality and underpriced wines available. The Cuvelier family were selling wines to the good folk of Northern France in the early years on the nineteenth Century. In 1903, with the purchase of the St Estèphe estate of Château le Crock, they moved into château ownership, crowning their move in 1920 by buying Château Leoville Poyferré. In the 1990s the family spread their wings all the way to Mendoza, initially working with Michel Rolland on his Clos de la Siete project. But, in 1999, they started to plant their own vineyards - Cuvelier los Andes - and began producing wine in 2003.
Please enjoy this Holiday Wine Tasting with the opportunity to fill your cellar at highly discounted prices. $15 per Member
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Holiday Opera Recital featuring Jared Schwartz Saturday ~ December 23rd - 6:00 PM Jared Schwartz was born in Berne, Indiana. He began courses for a double major in pre-med and music at Bethel College (IN), continuing advanced piano study with the Russian master Alexander Toradze. After a wrist injury, he began voice lessons with Victoria Garrett, then was awarded the Arthur Assum Scholarship to attend the Eastman School of Music (NY), where he earned a graduate degree in Voice. He performed solo roles with the Eastman Opera Theatre in East and West, La Rondine, Claudia Legare, and Rigoletto.
2017 will include his Italian debut as bass soloist in Verdi’s REQUIEM, as well as his fourth album, Franz Liszt: Songs for Bass Voice and Piano, with Mary Dibbern, pianist, and various recitals through the United States, including the Artist Series at University of Texas, Dallas.
Jared Schwartz also teaches private voice lessons and was chosen by the National Association of Teachers of Singing as one of the outstanding young American voice teachers. He also music directed the world premier of Heathers The Musical: High School Edition At Jj Pearce High School. The production was chosen for the Texas State and International Thespians Conventions. The high school cast was also chosen by iTheatrics to record the cast album, due to their powerful musical performances.
Dallas Athletic Club would like to treat our Members and their families to a complimentary Holiday Opera Recital to commence the Christmas Weekend.
In 2016, he released Ange Flégier: Mélodies for Bass Voice and Piano, with Mary Dibbern, pianist, as well performing in various recitals, including the Winnsboro Classical Series. He also made his Haydn’s Creation debut in May, singing both Gabriel and Adam.
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Christmas HOURS OF OPERATION CLUBHOUSE Tuesday - Sunday................................... 07:00am - Until 19TH HOLE Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday........ 10:00am - 09:00pm Friday - Sunday...................................... 10:00am - Until 9 1/2 SNACK BAR Tuesday - Friday..................................... 10:00am - 05:00pm Saturday................................................... 07:00am - 05:00pm Sunday...................................................... 07:00am - 07:00pm KITCHEN & DINING ROOM Tuesday - Thursday............................... 11:00am - 09:00pm Friday......................................................... 11:00am - 10:00pm Saturday................................................... 07:00am - 10:00pm Sunday...................................................... 07:00am - 05:00pm DallasAthleticClub.org facebook.com/dallasathleticclub twitter.com/DallasAthClub
FITNESS FACILITY Tuesday - Saturday............................ 05:00am - 10:00pm Sunday................................................... 06:00am - 07:00pm TENNIS PRO SHOP Tuesday - Thursday............................ 08:00am - 09:00pm Friday - Saturday................................ 08:00am - 07:00pm Sunday................................................... 09:00am - 06:00pm GOLF PRO SHOP Tuesday - Friday................................. 07:30am - 06:00pm Saturday - Sunday............................. 07:00am - 06:00pm
CONTACT NUMBERS CLUBHOUSE..........................................972-279-3671 GOLF SHOP............................................972-279-6517 TENNIS SHOP........................................972-279-1549