Dunescape March 2025 by Hammock Dunes Club

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Vol.33/No.3 March 2025

Dear Members,

What a great time of year as we prepare for longer days of sunshine and hopefully some warmer Spring temperatures. Both our first two months of the year toyed with our senses as we experienced days of beautiful weather followed by high winds and dropping temperatures. I am happy to report that everyone adapted and the Club experienced great traffic even though we were forced to cancel a couple events due to inclement weather.

February brought about our most recent change out of the Tavern menus with both lunch and dinner receiving extensive updates. Based on the feedback received from members, we adapted the menus to provide more comfort-based and casual options while maintaining a number of traditional entrees. During the month we also added a “Pop Up” dinner buffet featuring Italian favorites to go alongside our regular monthly specials. With the positive response we received, the “Pop Up” offerings will be making a return during the next few months, so be sure to watch your email. During the upcoming weeks we will also be refreshing the Seaside and Creek menus while maintaining their original identity. It is always our goal to provide three distinct options for your dining pleasure and want you to enjoy a unique experience at each location.

During the past few months, we have been asked on multiple occasions about the existence of our Grievance Committee and how to go about communicating with them. While you can always report any type of infraction to a member of the management team you can find the complete list of Grievance Committee members on our website. Once on the website just follow the prompts for My Club>Governance>Committee List. Feel free to reach out to any of the committee members listed. As with every committee included in our Governance model, the Grievance Committee plays an important role in preserving and extending the culture of

Tim Timlin, CCM, CCE, CAM

Hours of Operation

Links Golf Shop........................ Tuesday - Sunday

7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Creek Golf Shop....................... Wednesday-Monday

7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Links Course............................. Tuesday - Sunday

8:00 a.m. - dark

Creek Course............................ Wednesday-Monday

8:00 a.m. - dark

Links Cart Barn........................ Tuesday - Sunday

7:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.

Links Short Game Facility...... Tuesday - Saturday

7:15 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Links Short Game Facility & Driving Range...................... Sunday

7:15 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Creek Practice Facility............. Monday

7:15 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Wednesday-Sunday

7:15 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Clubhouse: Administrative Oﬃce.............. Tuesday - Saturday

8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Pool............................................ Monday

7:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Tuesday - Sunday

7:30 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Fitness Center........................... Monday

6:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Tuesday - Sunday

6:00 a.m. - close of business

Clocks spring forward one hour on Sunday, March 9, 2025, as daylight saving time begins.

I’ll Meet You at the Club Table...

The Club Table is the gathering spot to meet your fellow members for food, fun and good conversation. Don’t want to dine alone? Getting to know your new neighbors? Why not consider joining the Club table or better yet, invite a new member! It doesn’t matter if you are new to the Club or an established member. It’s an enjoyable, impromptu evening of dinner and conversation.

Mark your calendar for the Club Tables:

• Thursday, March 13 - 6 p.m. in the Seaside Dining Room, hosted by John & Joanne Patrick

• Wednesday, April 9 - 5:30 p.m. in the Tavern, hosted by Tom & Sandi Heber

When making your dinner reservation, please let us know you’d like to be seated at the Club Table.

Are YOU the NEXT host?

Links Clubhouse Dining:

Sunday Breakfast Buffet.......... Sunday

9:00 a.m. - 12 noon

Lunch......................................... Tuesday - Sunday

11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Dinner........................................ Tuesday - Sunday

5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Creek Clubhouse Dining

Lunch......................................... Wednesday-Monday

11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Dinner........................................ Monday & Friday

5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

We're accepting requests for Hosts on these dates: Friday, May 30  5:30 p.m. at the Creek Tuesday, June 17  6 p.m. in the Seaside Thursday, July 10  7 p.m. in the Tavern

This table is limited to eight members, and always more popular when a host is present to start the fun!

If you would like to reserve a date to host email Kim Laxton at klaxton@hammockdunesclub.com and we'll mark the calendar. Thanks in advance for your help.

Spring Special Hours

Friday, March 7

No dinner service at the Creek, due to Mixed Member-Guest

Saturday, March 15

Ala carte dining in the Tavern only, due to a private member event

Sunday, March 16

Ala carte dining in Tavern only, due to the St. Patrick's Day Celebration

Sunday, April 20

Both Clubhouses close at 5 p.m., due to the Easter Holiday

Reservations Reminders & Dining Schedule

The Creek is open for lunch

Wednesday – Monday, closed Tuesday

The Creek is open for dinner service on Mondays and Fridays

The Seaside Dining Room is open for dinner, serving the Seaside menu Tuesday through Saturday.

Stop in for lunch or dinner in the Dunes Tavern from the Tavern menu.

Dining reservations may be made 10 days in advance. Event reservations may be made 30 days in advance, or as advertised.

Links Takeout Email: takeout@hammockdunesclub.com

Links Takeout

• Tuesday-Sunday 11 a.m. - 9 p.m.

Links Delivery (orders for 6 p.m. delivery should be placed by 5:40 p.m.)

• Tuesday-Sunday 5 - 6 p.m.

Creek Lunch Takeout

• Wednesday-Monday 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Creek Dinner Takeout

• Monday and Friday only 5 - 6 p.m.

Wine & Beer Off Premise Purchases

Email your order to Crystal Hill at chill@hammockdunesclub.com

Orders are typically available in 48-72 hours, depending on available inventory. Notifications will be sent via email when orders are ready for pickup.

Join us at the Creek Mondays & Fridays from 5-9 p.m. Valet Service available at the Creek!

Click Dining Reservations or Call the Reception Desk for your reservations 386-445-0747

From the Kitchen...

St. Patrick’s Day is approaching, prompting a celebration of Irish culture and traditions. Many people associate the holiday with wearing bright green outfits and gathering with family and friends. One common misconception about Irish cuisine is the prominence of Corned Beef; however, this dish is not traditionally Irish. It originated in the early 1900s in New York City, where Irish Americans chose corned beef as a more affordable alternative to the bacon they were accustomed to before immigrating from Ireland.

In contrast, Soda Bread has a genuine Irish heritage, having been made in Irish kitchens since the mid-1800s, following the introduction of baking soda. This simple yet beloved bread is now enjoyed by many across the globe. We’ll be serving some of my favorite recipes on our St. Patrick’s Day buffet.

• Chef Andrea •

Breakfast Buffet!

in the Oceanview Ballroom

March 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 from 9 a.m. - 12 noon

Omelet Bar with your favorite fillings

Bacon, Hash Brown Potatoes, Fresh Fruit, Fresh Baked Bagels, Danish & Cinnamon Swirls

Smoked Salmon with Accoutrements, Belgian Waﬄes with Strawberries, Whipped Cream, Butter & Warm Syrup

Plain Southern Grits, Fluff y Biscuits and Sausage Gravy

Juices are available for an additional cost

Bottomless Mimosas for $10 per person plus tax

$22 for Adults plus tax

$12 for Children plus tax

Click Dining Reservations or Call the Reception Desk for your reservations

386-445-0747

Feeling Lucky

& Buffet

Thursday, March 13

Links Clubhouse

Bingo 4:30-6:30 p.m.  Buffet 6:30 p.m.

Bingo cards are $5 cash each

Brown Bread with Whipped Butter

Field Green Salad: Green Goddess Dressing

Cornflake Crusted Cod with Tarter Sauce

Cottage Pie with Whipped Potato

Bacon and Butter Braised Cabbage

Buttered Red Potatoes

White Chocolate Bread Pudding with Whiskey Sauce

Chocolate Cream Pies

$30 per person plus tax

(includes one bingo card)

Additional cards are $5 each - Cash

Please Call for Availability

e Club’s 48-hour Cancellation Policy Applies.

Sunday, March 16

Seatings on the half hour from 5-7:30 p.m.

Potato Leek Soup with Caramelized Onion & Black Garlic

Kale Salad with Apples and Irish Cheddar

Cured Salmon with Dill and Boxty

Creamy Potato Salad

Irish Clementine Flag Salad: Avocado, Onion, Goat Cheese, Orange, Pistachio, White Balsamic

Warm Pretzels and Beer Cheese

Irish Soda Bread with Raisins and Soft Butter

Mussels with Bacon, Cider, and Fried Potatoes

Slow-braised Corned Beef, Cabbage, Carrots, and Buttered

Red Potatoes with Horseradish Cream and Grain Mustard

Baked Galway Cod with Rye-Lemon Crumble, Heather Honey Butter

Cottage Pie Potato Skins

Honey Guinness Glazed Leg of Lamb

Roasted Parsnips

Bacon Braised Cabbage

Colcannon

Copper Penny Carrots

Bangers with Onion Gravy

Dessert: Guinness Chocolate Cake, Irish Cream Cheesecake, Barley Irish Cream Pie with Macadamia Nuts, Lucky Charms Rice Krispie Treats, Pot of Gold Cookies

$42 per person plus tax

Member Reservations Now Open

Guest Reservations open March 6

Click Upcoming Events or Call the Reception Desk for your reservations 386-445-0747

ursday, March 27 • 5:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Reservations Open March 18

Soup & Salads

Minestrone Soup

Warm rolls and Whipped Butter

Classic Ceaser Salad

Marinated Wild Mushroom Salad with Pickled Red Onions and Goat Cheese

Grilled Asparagus, Roasted Red Peppers and Zucchini & Squash

Carving

Slow Roasted Prime Rib of Beef

Horseradish Cream and Au Jus

Hot Accompaniments

Herb Crusted Cod

Rice Pilaf & Green Beans

Sweet Potato Puree

Baby Carrots

Dessert

Warm Seasonal Cobbler

Brownie Sundae Bar Apple-Berry Pie

$48 per person plus tax Soup, Salad & Dessert only, for $24 plus tax

Click Dining Reservations or Call the Reception Desk for your reservations 386-445-0747

Hammock Dunes Club 11 Annual Wine Festival

Tuesday, April 8

6-8 p.m.

Taste, savor and discuss over 100 fine wines from around the world.

Experts will be on hand to pour and answer your questions.

Learn about the varietals, benefits and qualities of each.

All participants will receive an etched commemorative tasting glass. Enjoy a wide array of hors d’oeuvre stations.

$46 per person plus tax

The Club’s 48 hour cancellation policy applies.

Ala Carte dinner service in the Dunes Tavern only. Rersvations for Event Open March 8

Members Only Event!

Saturday, April 12

All members are invited to celebrate!

5:30 p.m. – Happy Hour in the Lobby (optional)

6:00 p.m. – Attendees Seated for the Passover Service

6:40 p.m. – Dinner Service to Begin

Family Style: Charoset, Hardboiled Eggs, Matzoh, Chopped Liver made with Shmaltz, and Horseradish

First Course: Matzo Ball Soup

Entrée Selections

Slow Cooked Lightly Peppered Beef Brisket with Red Wine-Onion Sauce

Chicken Scallopini, Citrus Cream, Fried Capers, Lemon Charbroiled Mahi Fillet with Romesco Salsa

All entrees to be served with Potato Kugel & Roasted Potatoes

Charbroiled Asparagus Spears and Stewed Carrots-Prunes

Dessert

Flourless Chocolate Cake with Macerated Berries

Family Style Coconut Macaroons for the Table

$52 per person plus tax

Reservations open March 12

Members & Family only until April 2

Breakfast with the Bunny & Easter Egg Hunt

Saturday, April 19

9 a.m., 9:30 a.m., 10 a.m.

Follow the Bunny at 11 a.m. to the Links Driving Range for the Egg Hunts!

Appropriate Casual A ire Permi ed

Fresh Baked Danish, Cinnamon Buns & Muﬃns

Fresh Fruits and Berries with Poppy Seed Dip

Individual Yogurt and Granola

Sweet Cream Butter and Whipped Cream Cheese

Applewood Smoked Bacon and Breakfast Sausage Links, Crispy Hash Browns, Scrambled Eggs, Plain Pancakes with Toppings

Made-to-Order Omelet Station: Ham, Bacon, Mushrooms, Spinach, Peppers, Onions, Mozzarella, Cheddar, Tomato

Made-To-Order Waﬄe Station: Accompaniments to Include: Strawberries, Blueberries, Whipped Cream, Chocolate Sauce, Caramel, Raspberry Sauce, Maple Syrup, Peaches

Coffee included

$22 per person plus tax

Complimentary for Children 4 & under.

Reservations Open March 19

Grande Buffet

Sunday, April 20

Seatings at 11 a.m., 12 p.m., 1:30 p.m. & 2:30 p.m.

House Biscuits & Creamed Chopped Beef

Peer Sausages in a Blanket

Crustless Quiche Lorraine, Breakfast Pastries

French Toast Casserole with Warm Syrup

News from the Golf Shop...

March is upon us, which means spring is right around the corner! January was definitely a terrible month of weather but as this article is being written, February has brought us some great low to mid 70s temperatures. Keeping our fingers crossed that it sticks around until March!

With March hopefully bringing warmer temperatures, most of the country is awaiting the arrival of spring and the “official” golf season. For us, the spring season is in full swing with not only a lot of Club events but also the Players Championship will be held March 13-16 just up the road in Ponte Vedra at the famed Stadium Course at TPC Sawgrass. Being a big golf fan, I really enjoy the big tournaments and everything that goes on around them. The Golf Channel does a great job with their “Live From” segments that air in the evenings and provide great commentary on the latest news on the players as well as the course. I plan to get up there to take in some of the action and encourage all of you to as well. Should you get an opportunity to get up there, spend some time at the practice areas and observe how the best players in the world practice, especially if you are there Monday through Wednesday. I firmly believe we can all learn from the best players in the world by watching their practice routines and during tournament days, their warm-up routines and habits. Pay attention to how they practice their short games and putting as well.

Speaking of big tournaments, we have a busy month at the Club, as March is “Championship Month”. This month, our Mixed Couples Club Championship, Men’s and Women’s Club Championship, and Senior Men’s Club Championship will all be played! On top of those great events, we are excited for a new event, our Mixed Couples’ Member Guest, to be played on March 7-8. This event has some history at the Club but went away for a while. We are happy to bring it back and expect it to be a great time!

On top of all of that, we will have some fitting days this month, we will have Next Round club trade-in back to take all your old clubs off your hands, and we’ve invited the FSGA to hold a rules seminar on March 5. Visit the Club website to sign up for any of our tournaments and you can find information on the FSGA rules seminar by visiting their website, www.fsga.org. Below is a list of all our upcoming events for March.

Fairways & Greens, Matt Stewart PGA – Director of Golf

UPCOMING EVENTS

March 2

Mixed Club Championship (1168)

March 7-8

Mixed Couples Member Guest

March 21 – 23

Men’s Club Championship

March 22 – 23

Women’s Club Championship

March 28 – 29

Sr. Men’s Club Championship

Demo Day

Wednesday, March 5 - PXG at Links

Wednesday, March 12 - XXIO at Links

Wednesday, March 26 - Callaway at Links

2025 MGA Winter Classic

February 7-8

Day One - Scramble

Claude Hearn/Don Steimle (61)

Brent Helmandollar/Lindsay Dolamore (62)

Bob Casamento/Dwain Brannon (63)

Mike Lipomi/Everett Kliphouse (63)

Richard Hastings/Tim Craft (64)

Day Two - Fourball

Bob Casamento/Dwain Brannon (65)

David Jetton/Dan Ignatuk (65)

Joe Pinto/Scott Hillyard (67)

Frank Penski/Alan Higgins (68)

Richard Hastings/Tim Craft (68)

Overall Results

Bob Casamento/Dwain Brannon (128)

Claude Hearn/Don Steimle (130)

Brent Helmandollar/Lindsay Dolamore (130)

Richard Hastings/Tim Craft (132)

David Jetton/Dan Ignatuk (133)

Matt Oliveira/Steve Parks (133)

Mike Lipomi/Everett Kliphouse (134)

James Thorpe/Bob Campione (135)

Blake Marshall/Kinsley Sykes (135)

Jim Craycroft/Alex Hirschler (136)

Congratulations to our Winners!

WGA Mid Year Tournament Results

The Women played like Olympic Champions for the WGA Mid-Year Meeting. Congratulations to our Podium Finishers!

Gold

Vikki Ishee, Mary Betsill, Carole Helmandollar, Tina Bjarekull

Silver

Brygitte Lusinski, Diane Klimisch, Dawn Furey, Regina Eschbacher

Bronze

Colleen White, Beth Blundell, Mary Casamento, Toni Perlman

2025

Women’s Member~Guest

“Groovin’ on the Greens” April 2 ~ 4

Format

36 holes of Stroke Play, Gross & Net Divisions.

Round 1: Team Scramble

Round 2: Best Ball—2 best balls of the team

Teams & Entry Fee: $1600 per foursome

Limited to the first 25 teams!

Registration begins on February 2 at 8 a.m.

Prizes: Overall Low Gross & Overall Low, Net teams per flight, and Closest to the Pin.

Schedule of Events

Wednesday, April 2

Practice Rounds - both course

5:30—8:30 p.m.

“Feelin’ The Groove”

Welcome Reception & Cocktail Party

Links Clubhouse (‘60s & ‘70s attire encouraged)

Thursday, April 3

11 a.m.—12:15 p.m.

Player’s Lunch at Creek Clubhouse

12:15 p.m. Round 1 Scramble - Creek 4:30—5:30 p.m.

“Peace, Love, & Happiness” Putting Party

Friday, April 4

8—9:15 a.m. Breakfast in Links Clubhouse

9:15 a.m. Round 2 Best Ball - Links 1:30 p.m. “Out of Sight” Awards Luncheon

There will be ﬁve 9-hole matches over three days with the winners of each ﬂight competing in a Championship Shootout on Friday.

Round robin format. Better ball of two in match play.

Teams will be ﬂighted. Partner’s indexes will be limited to a maximum of 10.0 between their two indexes. If greater than 10.0, the index of the higher player will be reduced accordingly.

Event is open to 9 & 18 holers

Deadline to register or withdraw is April 20

Submitted by Susan Kolka

The Nine Hole Golfers have another busy month ahead of them. On March 3 Coastal Niners meet at Grand Haven for our 4th tournament of the season. Hammock Dunes is sending 14 players to this event.

March 5 is our rescheduled date for the Las Vegas joint event with the 18 Hole Golfers. The roll of the dice determines whose drive we take on each hole. And if one joint event is not enough, on March 26 we will be playing the Par 3 Challenge. The entire course will be turned into par 3 holes. Mixed teams of 9 and 18 Hole Golfers will battle for the Par 3 championship.

New Wacky Wednesday games for Nine Hole Golfers were introduced at the beginning of February. On March 12 a Nine Hole Golfer Member-Member event is planned. Players choose their partners. Twosomes will compete for low gross and low net prizes. On March 18 a Nine Hole Golfer Team Best Ball event is scheduled. ABCD teams will be selected by the Golf Department. The teams’ best ball score on each hole will be the lowest gross and net score achieved by any player on the team. Prizes will be awarded to winning teams.

Just around the corner is our final Coastal Niners Tournament of the season. On Wednesday April 9 Hammock Dunes hosts 120 golfers for this event. Invitations will be emailed out in early March.

Hope your March is full of lucky four leaf clovers!

Ab's Fab Nine Hole Golf Group

Submitted by Joanne Touey, Vice President HDWGA

“I don’t run away from a challenge because I am afraid. Instead, I run toward it because the only way to escape fear is to trample it beneath your feet.” Nadia Comâneci

Being a member at Hammock Dunes Club over the past few years has presented me with so many challenges and meeting these challenges has really changed my life. My friends in the HDWGA have been instrumental in leading towards these changes and I’m so grateful to be surrounded by so many wonderful friends. We encourage and support one another to do activities that are new, try a golf swing that we learned, go to a class at the gym, and present opportunities to participate in activities and volunteer in the community. I see women here trampling any fear beneath their feet, so they meet challenges and grow. What a wonderful place we live in!

February brought us the Sweetheart Open and Wacky Wednesdays but Mother Nature postponed the Masters Tournament. The season is really in full swing, and we had a few new members join our group this past month. We truly value each new addition!

March and April will bring us our biggest events of the year including the Club Championship, Member Guest and Member Member. The Links Cup is up and running so best of luck to those teams as they complete their matches. Don’t forget to sign up for Wacky Wednesday play days, if you are not receiving the emails each week please reach out to us.

Winter will be leaving us this month, the greens will be greener and the air will be warmer. No better time to work on your golf game! Happy Spring!

Operation Wildfire

Group Leaders banned together recently to have their weekly golf games raise money to aid those affected by the California Wildfires. Support from Jeff Sandburg's Monday Group, Tim McClean's Tuesday Group, Norm Marshall's BlueMan Group, John Turner's Dogfighters Group, Geoff Paul's Boss Group and Jim Craycroft's Saturday Group raised $3,000.

After seeking input from several of my former partners from KPMG's Los Angeles office and they indicated World Central Kitchen was doing a great job of assisting those who were hurt by the wildfires. The charity has an A+ rating on charity watch, 96% of their donations go to the programs (only 4% used for overhead) and you can direct donations to meals in southern California for people affected by the wildfires.

Submitted by Jim Craycroft

2025 Men’s Senior Club Championship

March 28-29

Format: 36 holes of individual stroke play, Gross & Net Divisions in each flight.

Eligibility: Open to Hammock Dunes Members 55 & older. Players may play in the Championship Division regardless of age or select their division based on age.

Tees & Divisions: Gross & Net in each division Championship Division—Blue/White Tees, 55 & Up Silver Division—White Tees, 65 & Up Gold Division—Green Tees, 75 & up

Entry Fee: $80 which includes lunch following play on Sunday, Trophies for Low Gross & Low Net in each division and Golf Shop Credit.

Registration is open now. Please sign up online or call the Golf Shop at the Creek or Links to register.

2025 Men’s Club Championship

March 21-23

Format: 54 Holes of individual stroke play, Gross & Net Divisions

• March 21 - Creek at 12 noon

• March 22 - Links at 9 a.m.

• March 23 - Creek at 8:30 a.m.

Tees & Divisions: There will be 2 Divisions. The Championship Division (Gross) will play the Black Tees at the Links and the Silver Tees at the Creek. The Net Division, play the Black or Blue Tees at the Links and either the Silver or Blue Tees at the Creek. Players may compete in both divisions.

Entry Fee: $60 which includes trophies, prizes, and lunch following Round 2 and a champagne toast to the winners following Sunday’s final round. Cart fees not included.

Registration is open now. You may register through the Golf Genius link or by calling either the Links or Creek Golf Shops.

2025 Women’s Club Championship

March

22-23

Format: 36-holes of individual stroke play, Gross & Net Divisions

• Round 1 - Links Course, 9:30 a.m.

• Round 2 - Creek Course, 9:30 a.m.

Tees & Divisions: Green or Red Tees at the Creek and Red tees at the Links. Gross & Net Divisions in the Championship Flight. The net division will play net stableford points. Players may play in both divisions but must play the Green Tees at the Creek to be eligible for the Overall Club Championship. The Silver Division (70 & up) will play the red tees on both courses, and will be net only using net stableford points.

Entry Fee: $60 which includes trophies, prizes, lunch following Round 1 and a champagne toast to the winners following Sunday’s round. Cart fees not included.

2025 WGA Sweetheart Open Results

1st Place

Lin & David Culver (66)

1st Place

Carole & Brent

Helmandollar

Registration is open now. Please sign up online or call the Golf Shop at the Creek or Links to register.

2nd Place

Denise & Dwain Brannon (71)

2nd Place

Theressa & Stephan Parks (66)

3rd Place: Kelli Jebbia & Joanne Touey (67)

4th Place: Nancy & Butch Davidson (68)*

5th Place: Amberly & Darrell Dehner (68)*

6th Place: Sharon Liput & Rick Wiegand (68)*

7th Place: Stephanie & John Soter (70)

* Ties broken by match of cards

Congratulation to our Winners!

Gross Winners

Net Winners

Croquet News....

The First Croquet Tournament for 2025 is in the books! We had 24 players competing in 3 different divisions, with a lot of close matches between teams. Congratulations to the winners of each division:

1. David and Sharon Davis

2. Marcia and Jeff Vorholt

3. David Betsill and Jonnie Finch

2025 Croquet Season kicked off with a bang!

We offered a Skills Test just for fun followed by a wine and cheese social. With an excellent turnout, our Croquet members showed off their skills. The highest 3 scorers were David Arkley (77), Judy Rathburn (71) and Tina Bjarekull (69). Thank you to all the participants!

Wicket Reminders

*Game Times change to 4:00 p.m. after daylight savings time on March 9

Tuesdays 1:00 p.m. - 6 Wicket Croquet

3:00 p.m. - Aussie Croquet*

Wednesday 3:00 p.m. - Have fun - play Golf Croquet*… email Beth Thomas with questions Bththomas635@gmail.com

Thursdays 3:00 p.m. - Men only Golf Croquet*

Fridays 3:00 p.m. - Golf Croquet*

Saturdays 3:00 p.m. - Aussie Croquet*

Sundays 1:00 p.m. - 6 Wicket Croquet

3:00 p.m. - Golf Croquet*

If inclement weather is inclement, Don Finch will email before 2:00 p.m. on Golf Croquet days.

Lessons offered:

Tuesdays at 10:00 a.m. Maureen Villiotte is available…email Maureen at jdvill@Icloud.com

First Fridays: Ron Huxtable will tweak your game…teaching strategy’n more…email Ron at ronhu01msn.com

Lynn G. Pellegrino will teach Aussie Croquet on Tuesdays and Saturdays at 3:00 p.m.

Questions about future events e-mail Donald Finch.

And the Games roll on… off to the Courts…. See you there. Submitted by: Bev Farber

First Friday With Friends Golf Croquet Plus Wine & Wickets

Friday, March 7

 3:00 p.m.

Open to all Club Members Want to Learn Croquet?

We’ll lead you through several games of Golf Croquet while you enjoy complimentary house wine during play!

ALL you need to do is arrive at 2:45 p.m. on the First Friday of the month at the Links Clubhouse. Guests are not required to wear all white clothing for this event. Stay for happy hour and dinner.

Advance Reservations Required for Dinner

2024 Women's Bocce League Champions have FINALLY been decided! It ended in a TIE!!!

Congratulations to Bellissi-Ma (Maddi/Thomas) and Bocce Mermaids (Farber)!! So many great rolls and games happened on the courts while all the teams battled it out to the bitter end. Thanks to Mother Nature 2024 Women Bocce League wasn't decided until 2025.

The Dunes Pickleboyz are Smashing it in League Play!

Pickleball League!

This is a 4-week program to introduce beginners to the addictive game of Pickleball. You will learn proper technique, strategies, movement, and scoring ...all while having fun!

The cost is $120 for the 4-week program.

March Program

Mondays from 9 - 10 a.m.

March 3, 10, 17, and 24

Tuesdays from 1 - 2 p.m.

March 4, 11, 18, and 25

Email Sandi to sign up srosato@hammockdunesclub.com

This is a four-week program for Beginner Plus/Intermediates to take their game to the next level. You will learn 3rd Shot Drops, When to Drop and when to Drive, Transition zone play, and better shot selection.

The cost is $120 for the four-week program.

March Program

Thursdays from 2 - 3 p.m.

March 13, 20, 27, and April 3

Email Sandi to sign up srosato@hammockdunesclub.com

Weekly Pickleball Play:

Monday

• Beginner/Intermediate Pickleball Play: 9-11 a.m.

• Intermediate/Advanced Pickleball Play (Men and Women) 3-4:30 p.m.

Tuesday:

• Intermediate/Advanced Pickleball Play (Men and Women) 9-11 a.m.

• Beginner/Intermediate Pickleball Play (Men and Women) 3-4:30 p.m.

Wednesday:

• Beginner/Intermediate Pickleball Play: 9-11 a.m.

• Intermediate/Advanced Pickleball Play: 3-4:30 p.m.

Thursday:

• Intermediate/Advanced Pickleball Play (Men and Women): 9-11 a.m.

• Designated Dinkers Open Play (Beginner/Intermediate) 3-4:30 p.m.

Friday:

• Mixed Up Pickleball Mixer (Men and Women- ALL LEVELS): 9-11 a.m.

• Advanced/Intermediate Pickleball Play (Men and Women) 3-4:30 p.m.

Saturday:

• Advanced/Intermediate Pickleball Play (Men and Women) 9-11 a.m.

• Ladies Pickleball Ball Play (Intermediate and above) 1-2:30 p.m.

Weekly Tennis Play:

Monday & Wednesday:

• Men's Play-Tennis (Intermediate and above): 9-11 a.m.

• Ladies Open Play (4.0+): 9-11 a.m.

Friday:

• Ladies Open Play (4.0+): 9-11 a.m.

• Tennis Round Robin FAB Friday (Intermediate and above): 9-11 a.m.

Saturday:

• Ladies Play-Tennis (Intermediate and above): 9-11 a.m.

Email Sandi if you want to join in the Weekly Tennis Fun Play! srosato@hammockdunesclub.com

Back to the 80s Disco Party

Tease your hair, get out your blue eye shadow, long socks, and sparkle wrist bands! Ready to shake your booty!

Women's Tennis Member Guest Friday, April 11

Get Back to What You Love

9 a.m. Check-in 9:30 a.m. Play Begins 12 Noon Lunch

$130 per team

Expert Physical Therapy

Available in the Fitness Center

The AdventHealth Sports Med and Rehab team can help alleviate many kinds of muscle and joint problems, ranging from sports injuries to back pain. Exclusive access to physical therapy inside the Fitness Center is provided only to Hammock Dunes Club members.

Simply call 386-586-1670, option 2 to schedule your appointment.

Jake Boylan, DPT

Tuesday and Thursday 7 a.m. - 4 p.m.

TENNIS 101

We’re learning to play tennis in fun 4-week sessions on the courts. You will learn how to hit groundstrokes, volleys, and serves to get you ready to jump in and play this great sport of a lifetime!

Even if it's been a while since you played tennis, this will be a great clinic to shake the rust off your racquet and get you back playing again.

Cost of the 4-week session is $120.

Mondays: 11 a.m. -12 noon

March 10, 17, 24, and 31

Thursdays: 10 - 11 a.m.

March 13, 20, 27, and April 3

You can sign up on the Club App or Website or by email Sandi srosato@hammockdunesclub.com

Pool Hours

Monday – Sunday 7:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.

EffectiveMarch1,ThePoolwill remainopenuntil7p.m.Tuesday-Sunday

Fitness Center Hours

Monday: 6 a.m. – 5 p.m. Tuesday – Sunday 6 a.m. – close of business

Sea Island Invitational...

Recently, our Hammock Dunes Director of Golf, Matt Stewart, and Assistant Professional, Mac Harris, took six of our members up to famed Sea Island, GA to participate in the 2025 Sea Island Invitational. This invite-only Pro-Am is held annually at Sea Island Golf Club on their Retreat Course, Plantation Course, and Seaside Course, which hosts the RSM Classic on the PGA Tour. This event invites some of the finest clubs in the country and hosted 63 teams February 9th through February 12th for four days of competition and camaraderie. Besides Hammock Dunes, some other top clubs invited to participate included Merion Golf Club, Baltusrol, Pinehurst, Ocean Forest Golf Club, Canterbury Golf Club, Mountain Top Golf Club, Quail Hollow Club, Kinloch Golf Club, and Biltmore Forest Country Club. Out of the 63-team field, our two Hammock Dunes Club teams finished 4th and 5th respectfully and look forward to going back to compete again in 2026. If you enjoy participating in events such as this or have interest in putting together a golf trip, please do not hesitate to contact Matt for some assistance!

Will Conniff , Mac Harris, Bob Casamento , Tommy Strickland, Matt Stewart, TJ McNitt, Ed McDonald and John Demers.

Attention all women golfers!

If you're interested in joining the Women’s Golf Association (WGA), please reach out to Monica Lipomi at 910-992-0833 or via email at mbsurgery@aol.com. The WGA welcomes golfers of all skill levels, so whether you’re a beginner or an experienced player, we’d love to have you on board!

Book Club

Shrewd, smart, savvy, cut-throat, fierce rivals, and bitter enemies — those words best describe A BEAUTIFUIL RIVAL: A NOVEL OF HELENA RUBINSTEIN AND ELIZABETH ARDEN by Gill Paul. It’s meticulously researched historical fiction.

In a world dramatically changing for women, four years before women got the vote, Rubinstein arrived in New York City and took on Arden’s established spot. In 1915, only ladies of ill repute wore makeup; a visit to a nail salon or spa was considered indulgent. Elizabeth Arden, from humble beginnings in Canada, had studied to appear upper class and had a devoted clientele who agreed that women had some responsibility to appear beautiful. Helena Rubinstein started her empire overseas where she falsely claimed that she had a medical background that enabled her to design products that would reverse aging and enhance beauty. The epic rivalry lasted 50 years, including the Great Depression and World War II.

Mark your calendars for Wednesday, March 19 at 4 p.m. in the Links Lounge/Library when Dianne Bishop will lead our discussion. If you have any questions, contact a book club leader: Julie Duffy, Claudia Pierce, Carol Swinburn.

The Chess Club meets the second Wednesday of each month. Wednesday, March 12 at 4 p.m. in the Links Lounge

For those interested in learning the game, or seeking a ‘refresher course’, please email Joe Kolanko at jkolanko@optonline.net to set up a session.

2025 Kids Summer Sports Camp dates are IN!

Plan and save the dates for our 2025 Kids Summer Sports Camp! Summer will be here before we know it!

Camp 1: June 24-27

Camp 2: July 15-18

Camp 3: July 29- August 1

Gin Rummy...

Join us for a friendly game of Gin Rummy at 10 a.m. on Monday at the Creek Clubhouse.

For more information, contact Stan Pierce at 386-446-7575 or catrig77@gmail.com.

Lost and Found...

Remember January when it was cold and rainy? If you can’t locate your jacket, umbrella or hat, I’ll bet we have your missing items in the Lost and Found. Call us or stop in to claim your items; you’ll want them next time Mother Nature turns on us!

Did You Know?

Huge Congratulations to John Heise, who completed his journey, having played all the Top 100 golf courses in the world. He almost finished with a hole in one! RALLY 2025 continues into March!

Tuesday, March 4 - Willy and the Pour Boys Concert

Once again, Willy and the Pour Boys will ROCK and RALLY! Live at the CREEK at 5 p.m. with a Porch Party at 4 p.m.

Limited space - email Crystal

Tuesday, March 11 - Day of Games

Bonnie Lipomi is arranging a Day of Games gather your friends for a game of Bridge, Dominoes, or Mah Jongg!

Ladies Social Group

Please make your Ladies Social Group Event reservations on the Club App or Member Website under Upcoming Events, or by calling the Reception Desk at 386-445-0747. The Club’s 48-hour Cancellation Policy Applies for All Ladies Social Events.

Cooking with the Chef series continues Thursday, March 6 at 2 p.m. $20 per person plus tax

Chef Andrea will lead us in an interactive cooking lesson focused on making beignets. A beignet bar will be available with all of your favorite toppings so you can nosh on this wonderful treat. You’ll think you have been transported to Café du Monde!

BUNCO! Wednesday, March 5, at 7 p.m., in the Upstairs Library, cost $10 cash

Want a rollicking good time? Come to BUNCO! Grab a glass of cheer, roll die, swap seats and have fun. Bring $10 cash for entry fee and prize money (exact change appreciated). Don’t know how to play? No worries, we will teach you!

Upcoming Events: LSG Cooking Demo – Pizza! Thursday, April 10, 2-4 p.m.

A Warm Welcome Is Extended To Our Newest Members

Please take a moment to connect with these new members with an invitation for golf, tennis, pickleball or dinner! The Member Roster is available on the Club website and app.

Susan Porter, LSG President porterapril2000@yahoo.com, 571-289-2410

Tim & Chris Morgan

Carol & Dan Miller

Colleen & Jon Herskovits

Learning Institute

HDLI is pleased to announce the 14th Tech Talk session with John Patrick.

Thursday, March 27

Links Oceanview Ballroom

10 a.m. to 12 noon

This year, the popular Tech Talk session will include an update on the future of artificial intelligence (AI), AI chat bots, Apple’s new Vision Pro augmented reality headset, home robots, healthcare technology, the status of Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies, security tips, and other technologies.

If you have questions about any of these or other technology topics, then Tech Talk is the place to go. John Patrick, our Hammock Dunes technology guru, will moderate this informal session of questions and answers, and a glimpse of what the future holds. The discussion will be in layperson terms. You can email John in advance at john@johnpatrick.com with questions or topics you would like to hear about. Coffee and tea will be available at 9:45.

Please join Dr. Marcus Perlman on April 22 at 3:30 p.m. as he presents the rapidly evolving landscape of Generative AI technologies, from large language models (like ChatGPT) to deep fakes and other AI agents. He will cover 1) key terminology and concepts of Generative AI and the basic theory behind how these technologies work; 2) an overview of the state of the art of Generative AI technologies across different media and applications; and 3) the many serious challenges and ethical issues around Generative AI.

Dr. Marcus Perlman is an Associate Professor, Department of Linguistics and Communication, University of Birmingham, United Kingdom. He specializes in AI, providing Lectures all over Europe. Sign up via Upcoming Events on the Club App or Member Website.

2024 MEMBERS’ ANNUAL

Tuesday, April 29

Calling All Artists!

All are cordially invited to come and enjoy the exhibition on display.

Interested in showcasing art?

Please contact Colleen Albrecht at calbrecht@hammockdunesclub.com

We look forward to an exciting show!

Monday Duplicate Bridge is open to all players, every Monday in the Links Lounge from 1 – 5 p.m. If you are interested in playing, please contact Sharon Gudenberg: srg798@gmail.com.

Tuesday Duplicate Bridge NEW TIME! starts at 3:00 p.m. If you’re staying for dinner after, please make your dinner reservations 7-10 days in advance. If you are interested in playing, please contact Bill & Carol Britton: 447-1979.

Ladies Social Bridge contact Julie Gamble: 505-239-5551.

Thursday Duplicate Bridge contact Claudia Pierce: 386-793-4325 or Maureen Delk: 386-445-6427.

Audubon...

Can birds fly backwards? Only one can! Hummingbirds can fly backward. They can hover in midair and they are the only birds that can fly in reverse. A unique structure of their wing joints allows them to rotate in a figure-eight pattern.

Did you know that the Florida legislature is now considering making the flamingo our state bird? In 1927, the mockingbird was designated the state bird. It is also the state bird of Arkansas, Mississippi, Tennessee, and Texas.

Marge Rooyakkers • Petmom07@cfl.rr.com

Opera at Hammock Dunes Club!

Donizetti’s Don Pasquale

The Metropolitan Opera, 2010

Wednesday, March 12  4 p.m.

The New York Times published its rapturous review of this production under the headline, “Oozing Charm, a Heroine Sings, Seduces and Doesn’t Die.” Intriguing though it is, the headline can’t fully describe how special this performance is.

Don Pasquale has found a woman for his nephew, Ernesto, to marry, but Ernesto refuses because he is in love with a poor widow, Norina. Don Pasquale decides to disinherit Ernesto and take a bride himself. Don Pasquale’s physician, Dr. Malatesta, is determined to teach him a lesson. Malatesta says he has found the perfect wife for Don Pasquale, his demure sister Sofronia, newly returned from the convent. Norina agrees to pretend to be Sofronia and “marry” Don Pasquale before a fake notary.

Variety declared that Anna “Netrebko’s Norina at the Met is simply one of the great comic performances to be seen.” The New York Times said that she offers “a vivid portrait of Norina, her fluid voice lustrous,” and that James Levine conducts “a lithe and buoyant reading that beautifully complemented the vocal and theatrical talents of this winning cast,” which also includes John Del Carlo, Mariusz Kwiecień, and Matthew Polenzani.

All are welcome. The program will begin promptly at 4 p.m. in the Board Room; there will be one 15-minute intermission; and it will end at 6:45 p.m. Please remember to arrive early and enjoy a glass of wine or champagne before.

Presented by Jinny Crum-Jones and Ian Jones in association with Barbara Arzonetti

Call today or access the upcoming events feature of the Club App or Website to reserve your seat for Don Pasquale in the Board Room.

Dinner reservations can be made now by calling (386) 445-0747.

Men’s Card Night

Come join us to play Texas Hold’em every month. Game starts at 5:45 p.m. until 10 p.m. If you have any questions or need more information or would like to be added to the email invite, feel free to contact John Balzarini at balzariniJ@yahoo.com or call/text John at 631-806-8152.

Mahjongg

Please join us for mahjongg games regularly played Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday afternoons. We’re happy to help you learn - just come and watch and we will help you get involved. All games run from 1- 4 p.m.

• Wednesday - Coquina Lounge (downstairs) in Links Clubhouse

NEW - Every 2nd Wednesday of the month at Creek ClubhousePlease reserve your spot for Lunch at noon. Preorder your meal and play will begin at 1p.m.

• Thursday - Coquina Lounge

• Saturday - Links Lounge/ Library

Don't forget to buy your 2025 Cards!

Winning Members

Keep an eye out...for your Member Number in each monthly Dunescape. If you find your number hidden somewhere in the text, call the office and let us know. We’ll send the lucky winner a $50.00 gift certificate.

Hammock Dunes Club Staff

Tim Timlin, CCM, CCE, CAM General Manager/COO ttimlin@hammockdunesclub.com 386-445-0747 ext. 205

Sara Wolken, Admin. Asst./Reservations reception@hammockdunesclub.com 386-445-0747

Colleen Albrecht, Membership Sales Director calbrecht@hammockdunesclub.com 386-931-5764

Carol Barrett, CFO cbarrett@hammockdunesclub.com 386-445-0747 ext. 223

Crystal Hill, Clubhouse Manager chill@hammockdunesclub.com 386-445-0747 ext. 214

Andrea Mallon-Griﬃth, Executive Chef chefandrea@hammockdunesclub.com 386-445-0747 ext. 208

Molly Brady, Food & Beverage Manager mbrady@hammockdunesclub.com 386-445-0747 ext. 204

Kim Laxton, Dunescape Editor, Membership Director klaxton@hammockdunesclub.com 386-445-9506

Sandi Rosato, Racquet & Sports Director srosato@hammockdunesclub.com 386-569-5082

Walter Sam, Fitness & Aquatics Director wsam@hammockdunesclub.com 386-445-0747 ext. 221

Matt Stewart, Director of Golf mstewart@hammockdunesclub.com 386-445-0747 ext. 207

Links Course Clubhouse • 386-445-0747

Creek Course Clubhouse • 386-447-7227

Dunes Tavern • 386-445-0747 ext. 219

Creek Course Golf Shop • 386-447-7116

Links Course Golf Shop • 386-446-6222

March 2025

Breakfast Buffet

Links, 9 a.m. - 12 noon

Mixed Couples Golf Club Championship Creek, 1 p.m. Shotgun

Dinner Service - Links, 5-9 p.m.

Daylight Savings Time Begins

Breakfast Buffet

Links, 9 a.m. - 12 noon

Dinner Service - Links, 5-9 p.m.

Links Closed

Dinner at the Creek, 5-9 p.m.

Breakfast Buffet

Links, 9 a.m. - 12 noon

St. Patrick’s Day Celebration, 5-7:30 p.m.

Dinner Service - Links, 5-9 p.m. Available in Tavern only

Links Closed

Dinner at the Creek, 5-9 p.m.

Links Closed

Dinner at the Creek, 5-9 p.m.

Women’s Golf Club Championship Links, 9 a.m.

Men’s Golf Club Championship - Creek

Breakfast Buffet - Links, 9 a.m. - 12 noon

Dinner Service - Links, 5-9 p.m.

Breakfast Buffet

Links, 9 a.m. - 12 noon

Links Closed

Dinner at the Creek, 5-9 p.m.

2 3 4 9 10 11 16 17 18 23 24 25 31 30

Dinner Service - Links, 5-9 p.m.

Links Closed

Dinner at the Creek, 5-9 p.m.

Creek Closed Live at the Creek Concert, 4 p.m.

Dinner Service - Links, 5-9 p.m.

Creek Closed Rally Day of Games Links, 10 a.m.

Dinner Service - Links, 5-9 p.m.

Creek Closed

Dinner Service - Links, 5-9 p.m.

Creek Closed

Dinner Service - Links, 5-9 p.m.

WGA 18-holers, 9 a.m.

WGA 9-holers, 10 a.m.

Dinner Service - Links, 5-9 p.m.

LSG Bunco, 7 p.m.

WGA 18-holers, 9 a.m.

WGA 9-holers, 10 a.m.

Opera Night, 4 p.m.

Chess Club, 4 p.m.

Dinner Service - Links, 5-9 p.m.

WGA 18-holers, 9 a.m.

WGA 9-holers, 10 a.m.

Book Club, 4 p.m.

LSG: Cooking Demo – Beignets!, 2 p.m.

Dinner Service - Links, 5-9 p.m.

Feeling Lucky BINGO, 4:30 p.m.

Dinner Service - Links, 5-9 p.m.

Club Table - Seaside Dining, 6 p.m.

Mixed Golf Member-Guest Creek - Practice Rounds

First Friday w/Friends plus Wine & Wickets, 3 p.m.

Dinner Service - Links, 5-9 p.m.

No Ala Carte Dinner at the Creek, due to Mixed Member-Guest

Dinner Service - Links, 5-9 p.m.

Dinner at the Creek, 5-9 p.m.

Dinner Service - Links, 5-9 p.m. Available in Tavern only

Dinner Service - Links, 5-9 p.m.

WGA 18-holers, 9 a.m.

WGA 9-holers, 10 a.m.

Dinner Service - Links, 5-9 p.m.

Tech Talk 14, 10 a.m. - 12 noon

Prime Rib Night, 5:30-8:30 p.m.

Men’s Golf Club Championship Creek

Dinner Service - Links, 5-9 p.m.

Dinner at the Creek, 5-9 p.m.

Mixed Golf Member-Guest Creek, 9:30 a.m.

Dinner Service - Links, 5-9 p.m.

Dinner Service - Links, 5-9 p.m. Available in Tavern only, due to a private member event

Women’s Golf Club Championship Creek, 9 a.m.

Men’s Golf Club Championship -Links

Dinner Service - Links, 5-9 p.m.

Men’s Senior Golf Club Championship - Creek

Dinner Service - Links, 5-9 p.m.

Dinner at the Creek, 5-9 p.m.

Men’s Senior Golf Club Championship - Links

Dinner Service - Links, 5-9 p.m.

Wednesday April 2 LSG: Bunco!

Wed-Fri April 2-4 Women’s Golf Member-Guest Tournament

Sundday April 6 Nine & Dine at the Creek

Tuesday April 8 Annual Wine Festival

Wednesday April 9 Coastal Niners Tournament

Thursday April 10 LSG Cooking Demo

Thursday April 10 Opera Night

Friday April 11 Croquet “Welcome Spring” Event

Saturday April 12 Passover Dinner

Wednesday April 16 WGA Wacky Wednesday Social

Wednesday April 16 Book Club

Thursday April 17 Spring Fling Bingo + Buffet

Saturday April 19 Breakfast with the Bunny

Sunday April 20 Easter Grande Buffet, both Clubhouses close at 5 p.m.

Tuesday April 22 HDLI AI Presentation

Wed-Sat April 23-26

MGA Member-Member Golf Tournament

Tuesday April 29 Member's Art Show - 12 noon to 6 p.m.

Wed-Fri April 30-May 2 WGA Member-Member Golf Tournament