Holly Hills Club Life Newsletter September-October 2025

CLUB DIRECTORY

General Manager

Mike Barrett, CGCS

Membership Director

Trish Flora

Head Golf Professional

Andrew Blockinger, PGA

Director of Instruction

Craig Balsigner

Executive Chef

Daniel Storm

Course & Grounds Superintendent

Dan Wildeman, GCS

Director of Food & Beverage

Susie Yost

Events Manager

Christine Quiambao

Controller

Michele Poulos

Marketing Manager

Katherine Lukaszewicz

As the seasons shift and cooler days set in, fall invites our Holly Hills Team to reconnect with warmth, comfort, and deep, earthy flavors It’s a time when the kitchen becomes a place of reflection and creativity, drawing inspiration from the harvest. One of the season’s true staples, butternut squash, offers both versatility and richness, making it a favorite ingredient of mine this time of year In this issue, we’re sharing a recipe that embodies the essence of autumn: a silky, aromatic Butternut Squash Soup, perfect for showcasing seasonal produce at its peak.

SEPTEMBER HOURS

MONDAY, 9/1, LABOR DAY HOURS

Grill: 8am-4pm | Lounge: 11am-8pm

Pool: 10am-8pm | Pool Snack Shop: 11am-7:30pm Golf Shop & Driving Range: 7am-7pm Tee Times: 7:30am-7pm

DINING Grill

Tuesday and Sunday: 11am-4pm

Wednesday-Saturday: 11am-8pm Turn Hours in the Grill

Friday-Sunday: Start 8am Lounge

Tuesday-Friday: 4pm-9pm

Saturday-Sunday: 11am-8pm

GOLF

Tuesday-Sunday Golf Shop

7am-7pm Tee Times 7:30am-7pm

Driving Range 7am-7pm

OCTOBER HOURS

DINING Grill

Tuesday and Sunday: 11am-4pm

Wednesday-Saturday: 11am-8pm Turn Hours in the Grill

Friday-Sunday: Start 8am Lounge

GOLF

Tuesday-Sunday Golf Shop

Tuesday-Friday: 4pm-9pm

Saturday-Sunday: 11am-8pm

7:30am-7pm Tee Times 8am-6pm Driving Range 7:30am-7pm

Monday (except holidays): Clubhouse & Course Closed

BUTTERNUT SQUASH BISQUE Embracing the Flavors of Fall

INGREDIENTS

2 tablespoons butter

1 small onion, chopped

1 stalk celery, chopped

1 medium carrot, chopped

1 medium potato, cubed

1 apple, chopped

1 medium butternut squashpeeled, seeded, and cubed

1 (32 fluid ounce) container chicken stock

Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

DIRECTIONS

Sauté onion, celery and carrot in butter until soft and translucent

Add potato, apple, squash and cover with chicken stock

Bring to a boil and lower heat, simmer for 30-40 minutes

Puree in a blender and season to taste with salt and pepper

Dear Member,

I can’t believe how fast this summer flew by I hope everyone had the opportunity to enjoy the great events we had this year. The Memorial Day Hilltop Celebration, Sunday Fundays at the Pool, Summer Sizzle and Sounds, 4 of July Pool Party, Crab Fest, Pool Bingo, Trivia Nights, National Pickleball Day and Pickleball Socials. The golf calendar was filled with great events including themed Couples Golf, Operation 36, Ladies Game Night, PGA Junior League, Tuesday Night Men’s League, B-Team, Little Tykes and Junior Golf Camps, and the Junior Club Championship. Keep your eyes open for some new great fall events for everyone.

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Thank you to Dan and his team for providing fantastic course conditions throughout the summer. It was the second most humid summer on record that was accompanied with extended periods of high temperatures The shorter days and cooler nights have been great for the course, and hopefully we will get a little rain mixed in through the fall that will create perfect growing conditions.

I would like to thank all the parents and volunteers of our Holly Hills Hurricanes Swim Team who made the season a great success We hosted two home meets this year and getting the pool ready requires a lot of hard work. All the tables and chairs need to be moved, the diving boards are removed to make room for the diving blocks to be installed Lane lines installed, tents set up, audio system and scoring tables set and making sure the coolers are filled with drinks and snacks for the swimmers and guests A special thanks to Ashley Roberts and Melanie Moreland for making sure we had all the details necessary for a smooth season The swim team ended their season with a great banquet and award ceremony.

We are excited the next round of irrigation and golf course improvements are underway New irrigation and greenside bunkers will be completed on holes 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 and #8 tee. The master plan will be on display in the lobby for more details During construction, we may have temporary tee and green locations for the day The golf shop will have daily updates on where work is scheduled each day. The irrigation installation isn’t as disruptive, and we will also be giving daily updates on where work is scheduled

It has been a crazy year for my family as we continue to navigate our lives without Amy. The firsts are very difficult, but we push forward making her proud as she watches us from Heaven We took a quick trip to Ann Arbor, Michigan, to spend a few days with my sister and had a wonderful time. My favorite part of the trip was being stuck in the car with my daughters for the eight hour drive there and back, which gave us plenty of time to catch up Megan is teaching first grade this year with Montgomery County Public Schools, and Katie is a senior at Sherwood High School. Megan married the love of her life, Finn in May, and Katie worked on her golf game all summer and will be playing for the Sherwood golf team this fall My girls are amazing, and we are thankful for everyone’s continued support.

Thank you to everyone who completed the member survey last year we received 260 responses We have made tremendous improvements over the past three years and were honored to receive the True Service Most Improved Member Satisfaction Award last year. We continue to make capital improvements in all areas of the club and train our team to provide outstanding service We have built a great team who work hard to ensure our members and guests have a memorable experience every time they visit Holly Hills We will use your feedback to develop action plans to enhance your experience at Holly Hills You will be receiving the survey via email in the next couple of weeks; please take the time to complete it.

I look forward to seeing you around the club

Mike Barrett, CGCS General Manager

GAME DAY AT HOLLY HILLS COUNTRY CLUB!

Elevate Your NFL Sundays with Food, Drinks and Football!

Join fellow members in the Lounge for an exciting football watch party filled with cheers, great food, and the perfect chance to connect with new friends Whether you’re rooting for your team or just love the vibe, come out for some delicious bites and a lively atmosphere that makes every touchdown better together! Come share the thrill, swap stories, and bond over the love of the game Grab a seat, bring your spirit and let’s make new memories and friendships this football season!

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Daniel "Danny" White is originally from Maryland, where he grew up in Montgomery County before moving to Frederick County, where he lives with his wife of 28 years and their daughter, who recently graduated from college. Danny began working in the service industry right after high school and takes pride in serving club members and their guests to ensure they have an enjoyable experience. Don't be surprised if he shares one of his witty "dad" jokes to make

you laugh He has extensive knowledge of wine and spirits and hopes to visit Kentucky's Bourbon Trail soon. As the Holly Hills Bar Manager, Danny works to ensure a top-notch experience for all members and their guests He manages the beverage inventory, he club's tment to part of the When not d football,

The golf course and our grounds team are excited to see some cooler temperatures as we enter the month of September Many courses throughout the region had a difficult time maintaining healthy turf this summer due to high heat and humidity Here at Holly Hills we certainly had our trouble areas, but we are quickly recovering as we get into some good seeding weather Optimal timing to plant grass seed in our area is between September 1 and October 15 During the next six weeks, you will see our team operating the tractor seeder and utilizing our walk-behind aerator to punch holes and then drop seed into the holes During early September while the soil temperatures are still warm, the seed will germinate within about 5-7 days, but as we get into October the seed will take closer to 10-14 days to germinate in the right conditions Once the germination occurs, it is another couple of weeks before it begins to look like an actual grass plant

Golf course renovations began on August 18 and will continue through the month of September During this phase of construction, holes #2-7 will be receiving new irrigation and greenside bunkers, while the white tee on hole #8 will be leveled and slightly enlarged New irrigation for #8 tee complex is also part of the project The work so far has begun on holes #7, #8 (tee only), #3, #2, then will be moving to #4, then #6, and finishing up on #5. Part of the project on #6 will include leveling the front section of the green The grass on the entire green needs to be removed while they work on the contour of the green, then the same grass will be laid back down after the grading work is finished. This work will begin on September 8, and during this time we will have a temporary green on #6 approach so the hole can remain open, but it will play as a shorter par 3

We are grateful for your patience as this work is being done, as these upgrades will definitely improve the golfing experience Please be aware of new sod and try to keep off until the grass is established and is mowed for the first time. For everyone’s safety we may need to close a hole or play from a different tee while the area is under construction Please check with the Golf Shop for any updates during the week

I hope everyone enjoys the last weeks of summer, and I look forward to seeing you out on the course.

Dan Wildeman, GCS Course & Grounds Superintendent

RACQUET SPORTS THRIVE AT HOLLY HILLS

Holly Hills offers top-notch facilities for tennis and the increasingly popular sport of pickleball Whether you're a seasoned player, or looking to try something new, our courts provide the perfect backdrop for friendly matches, competitive play, and social gatherings The facilities were fully renovated to provide a bright, welcoming space for players of all ages and skill levels The sense of community is strong here, and we're excited to invite you to be a part of it.

As our Pickleball Program continues to grow and expand, more members are discovering this fun and social sport The 2025 season saw a variety of events designed to bring players of all skill levels together We've already hosted two lively Pickleball Socials, which were a great way for members to connect and enjoy some casual play For those new to the sport, our Beginner Pickleball Clinic, led by the club’s very own Marc Turner, offered a fantastic introduction to the rules and fundamentals, getting new players ready to join in on the fun These events are just the beginning of what we have planned for the season.

Looking ahead, we're gearing up for our Mixed Doubles Pickleball Tournament This will be a fantastic opportunity to test your skills, compete for bragging rights, and enjoy some friendly competition Our commitment to providing an engaging racquet sports experience and creating new opportunities for our members to play, learn, and socialize is at the heart of our programming Don't miss out on the action join us for one of our events, and see what all the racquet is about!

For more information, please contact Trish Flora, Membership Director at tflora@hollyhillsgolf.com.

Welcome Welcome

NEW MEMBERS

Peter and Olga Marable

Simon Lee and Jennifer Seo

Eric and Lori Beard

Richard and Adrienne Saltos

Corey and Emily Baker

Jose and Joselyn Rodriguez

Ricky and Shannon Schultz

Christopher and Tina Le

Stuart and Andrea Cameron

Brian and Lianna Chase

Matthew and MaryBeth Warner

Brian Aiken and Danielle Demers

CHAMPIONS OF GROWTH

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VIEW CHAMPIONS OF GROWTH BROCHURE

Greg and Kelly Waddell

Peter and Danielle Benjamin

Rich and Jade Derby

Michael Goff and Blaine Butler

Dear Member,

I hope you are enjoying the summer season and making the most of the beautiful weather at our club It’s been wonderful to hear about the exciting matches, trips, vacations and stories that many of you have shared throughout the summer months.

Rounds of golf have remained strong, and it’s encouraging to see more members posting their scores regularly, keeping our handicap system accurate and fair for all. Special thanks to those who continue to support our “Adopt-aHole” Care Program it’s clear that member pride in the course is helping maintain the high standards we all enjoy. Please do your part in keeping our course in fantastic condition

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We also remind all members to please make sure you and the entire group check in with a member of the professional team before you begin your round. This is so we can provide you with all the necessary updates on our course projects that are currently underway We thank you in advance for your patience during our course renovations and fall maintenance. These projects are essential to keeping the course in top shape for next year and years to come

Should you have any questions or need assistance, please feel free to contact a member of the

SEPTEMBER

September 6 & 7

Club Championship Weekend

September 10

Ladies 2 Player Scramble

September 13–Derby Day

September 19 & 20Captains Cup

September 26–Couples Golf

September 27

Ringer Rumble #7

OCTOBER

October 2–4

Annual Men’s Member-Member

October 17–Ringer Rumble #8 (Final Rumble)

October 18–Holly Invitational (Top 36 in points list for Champion of the Year)

October 19

Women’s Closing Day

October 25–Men’s Closing Day

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