SPCC October 2025 Point of Interest

POINT OF INTEREST

October

2025

Every new friend is a new adventure and the start of more memories.

- Patrick Lindsay

CLUBHOUSE GOLF SHOP 410-477-0220 410-477-3636

www.spcc1925.com reception@spcc1925.com

CLUB DIRECTORY

MARK WESOLEK Interim GM mwesolek@spcc1925.com

LORI JOY Controller / AGM ljoy@spcc1925.com

ERIN ERB

Billing / Membership Directoreerb@spcc1925.com

EMILY ANDERSON

Event Sales Director eanderson@spcc1925.com

EMMA WEISGAL Event Coordinator eweisgal@spcc1925.com

SUE TAYLOR Food & Beverage Managerstaylor@spcc1925.com

BRIAN DEARSTINE Director of Agronomy bdearstine@spcc1925.com

BRAD STREZA

OCTOBER HOURS OF OPERATION

CLUBHOUSE DINING

PGA Head Golf Professionalbstreza@spcc1925.com Monday: Tuesday: Wednesday: Thursday: Friday: Saturday: Sunday: Closed / Admin Only 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. 11 a.m. - 8:30 p.m. 11 a.m. - 8:30 p.m. 11 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.

PRACTICE FACILITIES

GOLF

COURSE STARTING TIMES

8 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. 7 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Monday: Tuesday - Friday: Saturday - Sunday: Walk-only after 12 p.m. 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

PERCH formerly the 12 tee th Monday - Tuesday: Wednesday - Friday: Saturday - Sunday Closed 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. *Please note adjustments*

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

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Dear Members,

Club Update

I am honored to be serving as the Interim General Manager at Sparrows Point. In my 20+ years with Indigo Sports/Troon I have extensive experience working with private clubs as both a General Manager and a Regional Director of Operations.

My role over the coming weeks will be to assume the General Manager responsibilities while working with the team and you, our valued members, to identify the opportunities for improving everyone’s experience at the Club. In the coming weeks, I plan to spend my time getting to know our staff, understanding our operations, and, most importantly, meeting as many of you as possible. I want to hear your thoughts and ideas and get a better sense of what makes our club so special to you. Please feel free to stop me and say hello if you see me around the clubhouse or stop by the office upstairs. I will also host Coffee with the Interim GM on Friday mornings at 9:00 a.m. during my tenure here, where we can discuss whatever is on your mind.

Troon is working diligently on the search for a permanent leader. In the meantime, I am confident that our team will continue to provide the memorable experiences you have come to expect from your club.

If you would like to contact me, you may call the office at 410-477-0220, extension 9, or send me an email at mwesolek@spcc1925.com. I am enthusiastic about the future and look forward to meeting many of you in the coming weeks.

Best Regards,

Mark Wesolek

COFFEE WITH THE INTERIM GM FRIDAY MORNINGS AT 9:00 A.M.

Membership

MEMO ABOUT SWITCHING TO JONAS:

SPCC has switched to the JONAS program, and it has been an adjustment for everyone. This means that Clubessentials is officially gone as of October 1. We will help instruct you on the next steps on how to log in to check statements, make payments, and create tee times. Please be patient, as we are learning this new program as well.

NEW PAYMENT DEADLINE:

With the NEW Jonas system, there will be a NEW payment deadline on statements. Please mark your calendars that all account payments will be due on the 20 instead of the 25 . This means that any payments received after the due date will automatically receive a late fee + finance charge.

RESERVATION/EVENT CANCELLATIONS:

• Cancellations or changes to Club Events must be made at least 48 hours in advance.

• Late cancellations or changes may incur fees.

• Taxes and service charges will be added to the listed price. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

Erin Erb Membership Director

Trunk or treat

Thank you for making the SPCC Centennial Celebration ALL that it was!

From the Golf Shop

Dear SPCC Golfers,

Fall is officially here, and so is October. The 2025 Ryder Cup just completed a memorable Tournament, and the Ravens’ quest for their next Super Bowl title has begun. We still have some great golfing weather upon us this month, so get out to the Club. Brian and his GCM Team have been working tirelessly to help the golf course recover from our oppressive heat during the Summer.

We had a busy September of golf tournaments, fitting days, and private golf outings. We have crowned our 2025 SPCC Stroke-Play Champion s, plus hosted our Senior Men’s, Women’s, and MGA 2025 Invitational Tournaments . Our 2025 SPCC Member-Member Tournament is this first weekend of October on the 4 & 5 . If you’re reading this and you haven’t registered yet, grab a partner and register TODAY! Our 2025 Founder’s Cup Matches are into their sixth and final month of competition. Who will be our 2025 SPCC Founder’s Cup Champion? thth

We are into our first full month with our new Club Website. We will help you acclimate to enjoying its new features, plus Starting Time and Tournament Registration access. You can always register for Tournaments/Events in person and/or by calling the Golf Shop.

Please be careful when driving our new Golf Cart Fleet on the golf course when near tree stumps, cart path curbs, and/or any bulge on the ground. Our new Golf Cart Fleet rides lower to the ground, so it’s a lot easier to bottom out and tear off our Fleet’s skid plates from underneath the Golf Cart. When our Practice Range is on our Grass Tee-Deck as well as when using our ShortGame Area, please use the USGA/GCSA-recommended divot patterns to help maximize turf growth, plus efficient regeneration of our warm-weather grasses. If you have any questions, please inquire with the Golf Professional Staff.

Pace-of-Play during busy/peak times is going to be monitored more closely, especially on weekend mornings and afternoons. The maximum time for a Four-ball Group is 4 hrs & 15 mins. Any Groups that fall behind pace (more than one Hole open in front of you) will be asked to immediately pick up their pace and close the gap within three Holes or will be asked to either move to their pace location behind the Group in front of them or let Groups play through them without delay. Post your Scores!! When playing in an attested Group, you are responsible for posting your Scores. If you don’t post your Score after receiving the Club’s Cap Patrol Score-posting reminder, the SPCC Golf Handicap Committee will post a Score of Par for those nonposted Scores.

Given the “ 12 Seasons of Maryland Weather ”, this month looks to be the last full month of consistent weather at the Club. Come play, practice, and/or soak up this month’s weather, plus admire the changing colors of the leaves. Enjoy your October at SPCC!

Brad Streza

more from the Golf Shop

OCTOBER GOLF EVENTS/TOURNAMENTS

October 1: WGA 18-Holers Beat-the-Pro Game [9 a.m. Shotgun Start]

October 1: 2025 Two-Man Tango Final Dinner for those participants [6 - 8 p.m.]

October 2: SPCC Senior Men’s Home MISGA Event [9 a.m. Shotgun Start]

October 4 & 5: 2025 SPCC Member-Member Tournament [9 a.m. Shotgun Start both days]

October 8: WGA 18-Holer’s Solheim Cup and Crab Feast [9 a.m. Shotgun Start]

October 10: SPCC’s October One-Day Member-Guest [12 p.m. Shotgun Start] [11 a.m. Lunch]

October 18: Superintendent’s Revenge Round Tournament [9 a.m. Shotgun Start ]

October 20-22: NO GOLF Fall GCM Aeration Project for the Golf Course and Practice Facilities

October 24: Bourbon & Cigars [12pm Shotgun Start]

October 25: MGA’s Ryder Cup Event and Crab Feast [8 a.m. Shotgun Start]

OCTOBER GOLF LEAGUES

Tuesday mornings: Wednesday mornings: Thursday mornings: Thursday evenings: Saturday/Sunday mornings: Saturday/Sunday mornings:

Men’s Senior Golf 9 a.m. SG Start

WGA 18-Holers 9 a.m. SG Start

Men’s Senior Golf & WGA Ladies Niner’s 9 a.m. SG Start

MGA Group Play 5 p.m. 9-Hole SG Start

MGA Starting Times 8:20 a.m. - 8:52 a.m. both days Dew Sweepers 7:30 a.m. - and - Bandits 9:16 a.m.

We will have 8:30 a.m. Start Times on Weekdays (except for Mondays) for the month. We will have Start Times beginning at 7:30 a.m. on the Weekends. Our Tee Sheets are set-up to reflect this October golf access times online. Given how Mother Nature does or doesn’t cooperate, we will communicate any golf course/practice facilities access issues every morning and during the day.

Brad Streza, PGA

Specialized Head Golf Professional at SPCC – Golf Operations

Register for upcoming Golf Events in person, by phone, or onlin e. Visit the Club Website >> Golf Events Registration >> 2025 Golf Events. Stay tuned for email blasts w ith event news and announcements!

October Golf Shop Sale !

To play in the October 3rd 12 p.m. Shotgun Practice Round, call the Golf Shop to register you and your Partner

Agronomy

The recent drop in temperatures has been working in our favor, and we’re seeing significant recovery on the greens. Larger damaged areas have been patched using sod from short course #2, and we’ve begun to overseed the entire green for next season. Bentgrass seed takes a while to germinate and establish, and on a positive note, we already have germination on the chipping greenbythedrivingrange.

To allow for full recovery of both greens, they will be closed, and short course #3 will serve as a designated chipping area for the remainder of the season. In addition to the sod work, we’ve also seeded the smaller thin areas and are expected to fill in by the end of the season, making sure it is healthy and ready forwinterandnextspring.

WhileSeptemberwasdedicatedtogreensrecovery,Octoberwillshiftfocusto thedetailedworkweweren’tabletotackleduringthebusysummermonths. We’llbeupdatingallyardagemarkersand150-yardpolestoimprovevisibility andenhanceoverallcourseaesthetics.Inaddition,we’llbecleaningupflower bedsandtidyingtheareasaroundteesignsandtrashcans, aswellasclearingtheshorelinestohelprestorethebeautiful waterviewstoelevatetheappearance andexperienceacrossthecourse.

Thankyouforyourcontinuedsupport asweworktorefineandbeautifythe courseheadingintothefall!

BrianDearstine DirectorofAgronomy

bdearstine@spcc1925.com

Senior Men’s Golf Group

Luncheon Tournament and MISGA Schedule for October: 10/02 Thursday: 10/14 Tuesday: 10/23 Thursday: 9:00 a.m. Home MISGA 9:00 a.m. Prospect Bay 9:00 a.m. Golf/Buffet

RESULTS FROM THE PICNIC TOURNAMENT ON AUGUST 28TH:

Place Score

Tie 1st 26Tom HartkaDave MitchellCarl DiehnCraig Ebersole

Tie 1st 26John BolingBrian HeinsFran ReeseArt Hamm 2nd 18Tim NorrisChuck HartloveLes Fewster Hole

CLOSEST TO THE PIN:

Our fourth MISGA event was held on September 11. Golfers from Bretton Woods, UMSGA, Crofton, Glade Valley, Leisure World, Hobbits Glen and Rattlewood joined with our seniors to form a field of 43.

The 16th annual Senior Member Guest was held Friday, September 19.

Net score results: From right to left: 1st 61 Ed Bustard (M) Jonathon Stimson (G), 2nd 65 Dan Jackson Jr. (G) Dan Jackson Sr. (M) tie 3rd 67 Ken Hemmeter (M) Scott Hemmeter (G) and John Blouse (G) John Boling (M) 5th (4 way tie settled by scorecard match) 69 Fred Rich (M) Craig Reichenbach (G) (not pictured).

Closest to the pin:

#4 Tom Staab (G) Nick Spinnato Sr. (M)

#15 Joe Currie (G) Chuck Hartlove (M)

Recent shoot-your-age rounds (your age or under): Fran Reese – 85 on 8/31, 86 on 9/14, 88 on 9/16, 87 on 9/21, 83 on 9/23 Brandt Schanberger – 72 on 9/8

RYDER CUP & CRAB FEAST

Sat, Oct. 25 / 8 a.m. Shotgun th

Sat, Oct. 25 / 8 a.m. Shotgun

Ladies Leagues Ladies of the Evening

As the sun sets earlier in the evenings, the end of the season for Ladies of the Evening closes out for dinner on Wednesday, October 1st

If you looking to join a ladies league, please reach out! We would love to have you join us. It was a wonderful golfing, laughing and celebrating with all of the Ladies!

Enjoy Fall Golf everyone - see you next season! Contact Beverly Bush, bbush6062@gmail.com to join!

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& 18 Hole Leagues

We enjoyed a month full of fun rounds, great weather, and fantastic play! The course looked beautiful—and so did all the ladies.

Interclub Tournaments

18-Hole Champions: Sparrows Point CC! Congratulations, ladies! Tournament of Champions at Hunt Valley: Judy Turnbaugh & Jan King brought home 2nd Low Gross and a cash prize!

9-Hole Championship at Gibson Island: Mary Biemer placed 4th, and Donna Cianciola claimed the Low Net Champion trophy (accepted by Sue Petti). Thank you to Sue Brody, Sue Petti, Mary Cupo, Patrice Milani, Judy Turnbaugh, Nancy MacFetrich, and Mary Biemer for cheering us on!

Club Play Highlights

Nine-Hole Match Play: Champion Judy Turnbaugh; Runner-up Beth Cristman; First Flight winner Donna Cianciola; Second Flight winner June Nicolette. Blind Draw Tournament: Jan King, Cheryl Muffoletto & Cheryl Schafer.

BINGO Tournament: Cheryl Muffoletto & Kris Sommer.

Mystery 9: 1st place Sue Petti; 2nd place tie Patrice Milani & Judy Turnbaugh. Stroke Play: Champion Beth Cristman (defending her title); First Flight winner Marcia Middleton (playoff over Deb Bustard); Second Flight winner Cheryl Muffoletto. Off the Course

Our own pastry chef, Donna Cianciola, wowed us again by winning 25 ribbons out of 40 entries at the Maryland State Fair baking competition. Delicious test runs included!

Congratulations to all the winners and participants! We look forward to the Solheim Cup & Crab Feast on October 8. Please respond to Patrice with your attendance and crab order!

From the Kitchen

RED ONION CONFIT

This is one of my oldest recipes that I still use. It was handed down to me from the late Certified Master Chef CMC Jack Schoop, one of only 69 CMCs in the United States.

[CONFIT: The word comes from the French verb confire, meaning “to preserve.”]

While originally a method to preserve foods like duck legs, the term is used for vegetables cooked similarly in oil or fat. The traditional French method of slowly cooking food, typically meat, in fat at a low temperature for a long period, originally for preservation and now for creating tender, flavorful, and succulent dishes. It can be used on a Jerked or Blackened fish or chicken sandwich; it neutralizes the spiciness of the protein. Use it to off pates it pairs well. Confit is very similar to relish or marmalade.

RED ONION CONFIT INGREDIENTS

3 onions, red, julienne 8 oz butter, unsalted 1 cup sugar, granulated ¾ cup red wine vinegar 1 cup red wine vinegar salt and pepper to taste

METHOD

Add all ingredients except the onion to a thick-bottom pot, bring to a slow boil, add the onion, cover the pot, and lower the burner so the ingredients come to a low simmer. Continue cooking until onions have a glazed look to them. Let cool and place into a container. It will hold under refrigeration for a month.

Wm. Mark Sanders, C.E.C., Executive Chef

Food & Beverage

Welcome to Fall at Sparrow Point Country Club! As the leaves begin to turn and the crisp autumn air settles in, we're thrilled to welcome you to what promises to be an exciting fall season at the Club.

HALLOWEEN COCKTAIL CLASS | OCTOBER 9

Get ready to shake things up with our special Halloween-themed Cocktail Class! This month's session will feature three spooktacular, delicious cocktails that are perfect for the season.

OTHER OCTOBER EVENTS

October 16th - Birthday Night

Join us as we celebrate all our members with October birthdays! It's always a wonderful evening of recognition and community spirit.

October 23rd - Bingo Night

Bring your lucky charms for an evening of friendly competition and great prizes. Bingo nights are always a hit with members of all ages.

October 24 - Trunk or Treat AND Pumpkin Decorating

Join us for family fun! Kids can trick-or-treat from decorated trunks and enjoy pumpkin decorating too.

October 24th - Adult Halloween Party

We're ending the month with a bang at our Halloween Party! Come in your best costume and get ready for a night of music, dancing, and Halloween fun. Music on the Patio

Don't miss the final opportunities to enjoy our popular Music On The Patio series! With the weather staying wonderfully warm, we'll continue hosting these relaxing evenings through the month, with the final performance scheduled for October 24th. Here's to a fantastic fall season ahead!

Sincerely, Sue

Taylor

~Cocktail of the Month~

Fall & Summer

1 1/2oz. Don Julio Anejo Tequila

1/2 oz. Orange Juice

1/2 oz. Fig Preserves

5 Fresh Rosemary Leaves

1/2 oz. Ginger Syrup

Garnish Rosemary Sprig

In a shaker, muddle all ingredients except tequila. Add the tequila and ice and shake until well-chilled. Strain into a highball glass and garnish with a rosemary sprig.

Every Thursday, 5 - 8 p.m.

Burgers, Brews, and Good Vibes are here. We will also feature Chef’s specialty burger that you won’t want to miss! Bring your friends and family and make it a night to savor!

Includes 8 oz Burger, Brioche Bun, Lettuce, Tomato, Pickle, and chips

Toppings, add $1 for each Cheese Fried Egg Raw or Sautéed Onions Sauteed Peppers Avocado

Additional Sides, add $2 for each Fries Coleslaw Onion Rings Sweet Potato Fries Tots

Chef Mark offers a specialty burger each week! Ask your server for the details!

Send your reservations to reception@spcc1925.com, or make them online through the website!

Wine & Wings Wednesdays

5 - 8 p.m.

Wind down with us every Wednesday - featuring $1 wings. Check out our wine specials all night long on limited bottles. Sip, Savor, and Snack your midweek stress away!

50% off bottled wine under $70 House wine not included

friends + wings + wine = happiness

Fridays 6 - 9 p.m.

OCTOBER 3 / ASHLEY MARIE

OCTOBER 10 / MIKE NEWBERRY

OCTOBER 17 / NICO CELLZ

OCTOBER 24 / RICH MASCARI

See you under the tent! Weekly Dinner & Drink

LAST MUSIC ON THE PATIO IS 10/24

Adult Halloween Party & Bull Roast

Thanksgiving at the Club

Available Seating Times

1 p.m. | 1:30 p.m. | 2 p.m.

Butternut Squash Bisque

Caesar Salad

Harvest Salad

Oysters on the ½ Shell/ Shrimp Cocktail

Cocktail Sauce, Lemon, Mignonette

Roasted Turkey Breast

Stuffing choices: Sausage and Sage Stuffing,

Maryland-Style Oyster Stuffing

Cranberry Sauce, & Turkey Gravy

Glazed Ham

Mashed Potatoes

Green Bean Casserole

Honey Roasted Carrots

Sauerkraut with Kielbasa

Candied Sweet Potatoes

Apple Pie, Pumpkin Pie, Maple Pecan Bread

Pudding with Vanilla Ice Cream

There will be No Carry-Out Menu RESERVE YOUR TABLE EARLY - LIMITED SPACE! Reserve online through the web calendar.

Reservations are REQUIRED, no later than Saturday, November 22

Happy Birthday

There’s no better way to celebrate a birthday than with family and friends at SPCC! Join us and invite your crew for Birthday Night! Enjoy great food, festive vibes, and a sweet celebration just for you. As our gift, OCTOBER birthday members receive half off their meal, and of course, everyone gets cake!

Reservations help us so much, please make yours, reception@spcc1925.com

Charles Seebach 10/1/2025

Richard Tempera 10/2/2025

James Galante 10/3/2025

Michele Hartsock 10/4/2025

Charles Watson 10/5/2025

Charles Watson 10/5/2025

Brooks Norris 10/6/2025

Caitlin Watson 10/6/2025

Sherri Franklin 10/8/2025

Sherri Franklin 10/8/2025

Marlene Hamm 10/9/2025

Sue Kump 10/15/2025

Scott Schankweiler 10/15/2025

Scott Schankweiler 10/15/2025

Sallie Rixey 10/16/2025

Betty Bowman 10/17/2025

Paul Hartsock 10/17/2025

Paul Hartsock 10/17/2025

Michael Palmer 10/19/2025

Keith Biemer 10/22/2025

Kayla Oneal 10/23/2025

Kayla Oneal 10/23/2025

Kevin Garrity 10/24/2025

Erin Cox 10/25/2025

Daniel Anderson 10/28/2025

Daniel Anderson 10/28/2025

Chase

Brian Chase 10/28/2025

Kimberley Bowen 10/30/2025

Doris Scheeler 10/30/2025

Doris Scheeler 10/30/2025

Bernard Sommer 10/31/2025

All members are welcome!

Birthday Night

Thursday, October 16

5-8 p.m. | $35 pp

B.I.N.G.O. Night

Thursday, October 23

Food 5-7:30 p.m. | Game at 6 p.m.

CREAMY POTATO AND TARRAGON SOUP WITH CHICKEN

CAESAR SALAD

GERMAN STYLE ROAST PORK TENDERLOIN

GLAZED MAHI

LINGUINE WITH ITALIAN SAUSAGE, PEPPERS & ONIONS

BRAISED RED CABBAGE & APPLES

SPÄTZLE

ASSORTED DESSERTS

Members may bring up to 20 guests and are responsible for their guests. As always, SPCC Dress Code Policy applies.

Reservation Deadline is Monday, Oct. 20

Special & Private Events

We can hardly believe how quickly September has come and gone! It was a truly beautiful month filled with weddings, private events, and of course, our unforgettable Centennial Celebration weekend. A heartfelt thank-you goes out to everyone who joined us for such a milestone occasion—it was a weekend we will treasure for years to come.

Now, with October upon us, we’re looking forward to a busy fall season. From golf outings and weddings to festive celebrations, the Club is buzzing with excitement and energy. Autumn always brings a special warmth to our grounds, and we’re thrilled to share it with our members and guests.

Looking ahead, we want to keep everyone in the loop: onNovember 7, 2025, the Clubhouse will be CLOSED for a large private party. As we approach the holiday season, we’re excited to share that our December calendar is nearly full! That said, a few dates remain available for holiday parties, so if you’re considering celebrating with us, now is the perfect time to book.

Here’s to a wonderful October and a cozy season ahead—we can’t wait to celebrate it with all of you!

Full Golf Members of Sparrows Point Country Club have access to Troon Advantage. Scan the QR code below to

To book a tee time, log in to the SPCC website, select GOLF then Troon Benefits to access the LIVE booking Questions? Please contact the SPCC Golf Shop.

October 2025

Announcing Our New Website with MembersFirst Launching

as early as 10.1.2025

I am pleased to announce the launch of our new interactive member website! A few months ago, the Club contracted with MembersFirst to develop this exciting new service for our members. The staff has worked diligently with our project team at MembersFirst to design and develop a website that captures the true essence of our Club, provides easy access and intuitive use by members, and streamlines and enhances our communication with you about important news, announcements, events, and activities taking place at the club.

We are very excited about this new initiative and encourage you to take a moment to look around the site and get familiar with its many valuable features and functions by visiting www.spcc1925.com.

Some of the site features will be familiar, but with an improved experience, and include:

Timely news and announcements about meetings, developments, and activities taking place at the Club

Ability to make online tee times

A Club calendar that will allow you to register for special events and programs that have been developed for your enjoyment

Your account statements and continued ability to pay online

The member directory

The ability to update your profile to receive timely information from the club about areas of specific interest, including activities, programs, and special events

Contacts for Club personnel

Important Club documents

Club documents

Digital photo albums from special events, social functions, and Club programs

In order to log in to the website for the first time, please follow these steps:

The first step will be to obtain your username. In order to do so, please be prepared with your member number and email address tied to your member account. Should you have any questions on your member number or email address, please contact Erin Erb at eerb@spcc1925.com.

To retrieve your username, please visit the Member Username Reminder Page.

Following the receipt of your username, you will need to establish a secure password by clicking "Forgot Password" or visiting the Member Password Reset Page.

In addition to our highly secure and private members-only area, we also have a guest side to the site, complete with a description of the Club and Club facilities, an overview of our amenities, and directions. This section of the website informs general site visitors and prospective new members and highlights the high-quality services and lifestyle experiences available at our fine Club.

The launch of this exciting project reflects our belief and commitment to communication as key to developing strong member relationships and to building a vibrant member community at. We look forward to improving the value of your membership and we are confident our new website will play an integral role in achieving that goal.

Sincerely,

Mark Wesolek

Interim General Manager