Wexford Club Times Fall 2025 by wexford.hhi

In This Issue

Letter from the General Manager, 2

Letter from the Board President, 2-3

Foundation News, 4-5

Message from the Nominating Committee, 6-7

Tennis & Pickleball, 8-9 Golf, 10

Clubhouse Corner, 11-13

Harbour/Yacht Club, 14-15

Clubs & Groups, 16

Member Photo Gallery, 17

Calendar, 18-20

Wexford Briefly

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Officers:

President: Mike McKelvey

Vice President: Keith Poisson

Secretary: Hilary Thomas

Treasurer: Michael Fajgenbaum

Directors:

Bob Cherichella

Gary Crandall

Tony Giorgio

Paul McEvoy

Harry Mellon

ADMINISTRATION OFFICE:

Monday – Friday

9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

843-686-6950

Letter from the GM

I would like to express my sincere gratitude to you all for your support on my promotion to General Manager. As most of you know, I have been Wexford’s Chief Financial Officer since March of 2013 and have genuinely enjoyed the position.

enjoying the view. These are very exciting times for Wexford!

I am looking forward to bringing Wexford back to serene times, with everyone excited about utilizing your club and engaging with your neighbors that have been here for years or those that are just joining the club!

The new Harbour Center and renovated Clubhouse are still on target for completion by early April 2026. They are going to offer so much for you in the way of dining, having a cocktail, or just

Hello Wexford Members, Hello Neighbors,

We are approaching our busy season with many exciting events on the schedule like the Ladies Member Guest Tournament, Oktoberfest, Men’s Member Guest Tournament, Thanksgiving, and many more that the team has planned for you.

I had the pleasure of attending a few of your weekly events in my first week as General Manager. I will be visible in the community with an opendoor policy, should you ever have any concerns you want to address, or if you just want to stop by to check in.

The Wexford team and I are very excited about making Wexford the best it can be!

Warm Regards, Michele

Letter from the President

I hope everyone had a wonderful summer season, either in Hilton Head or somewhere around the world.

In Hilton Head, we had an extremely wet summer with 32 inches of rain in July and August. If it doesn’t rain again this year, 2025 will be the 3rd wettest year in the past 11 years. Billy Dearman and his crew have done a fabulous job maintaining the golf course in spite of all of this rain. The course is in tremendous shape — great job, Billy and team!

contractors worked tirelessly on the 3rd and 4th of July — even staying until 3 am — to get the job done and open the lock to all boaters. Thank you to the whole crew!

We had a wonderful July 4th weekend around the Club, with over 350 people attending our events. A real star of the weekend was the incredible effort by Mark Dryden and his team to repair the broken lock gates, which threatened to shut down lock access to boaters over the weekend. Mark, his staff, and

Another highlight of the past few months was our own Scott Hunter’s qualification for the 2025 Senior US Open, which was held in June at the Broadmoor in Colorado Springs. His performance in this tournament builds on his impressive showing in the 2025 Senior PGA Championship earlier this year. We are so proud of Scott’s accomplishments. In other golf-related news, Wexford owner Steve Shaw and his daughter finished 3rd in the World Father and Daughter tournament in Donegal, Ireland.

We have re-launched the WexConnect program that is focused on providing

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Mike McKelvey President Michele Scott General Manager

our new owners with opportunities to become more quickly involved in the many activities that Wexford provides. We are actively looking for new ambassadors for the program. This is an exciting opportunity to meet new owners and to help them ‘learn the ropes’ in their new community. Please reach out to Shelby Price if you have an interest in becoming a Wexford Ambassador for new and prospective members. You will receive a survey to complete that will be used to make the best matches possible.

We had our first new member Cocktail Party on Thursday, June 12th, in the Pavilion on the Harbour as part of the WexConnect program. We had 29 new members at the party. We are up to 11 new ambassadors from our ownership to introduce our new owners to Wexford. We plan to have another new member Cocktail Party in late September.

We just announced our new General Manager for Wexford — Michele Scott. Michele joined Wexford as our Chief Financial Officer in 2013, taking over from Susan Fishel. Over the past several years, she has assumed additional responsibilities, and most recently has served as our Interim General Manager. The Board selected Michele after reviewing many applications for qualified candidates, and after careful deliberations, selected Michele as the best person for the position. Her contributions to Wexford over the past 12 years have been outstanding, and her relationships with owners, management, employees, and the Board solidified the decision to offer the position to Michele. We are very excited to have Michele as our new General Manager, and she is looking forward to working with all owners, management, employees, and the Board to continue to make Wexford the best place that it can be.

The Amenity Project is moving along nicely. We have had some delays due to the very rainy weather mentioned above, but the progress on the Harbour Center has been proceeding on schedule. The projected opening date of the Clubhouse and the Harbour Center remains April 1, 2026.

As the construction proceeds, the significant increase in the footprint of the Harbour Center is quite stunning. The new Harbour Center will give us significantly more meeting space and will provide a very exciting new Commissary. This will not only serve as a halfway house for golfers, but will also offer exciting new food and beverage options for everyone. I believe that it will create an incredibly new and exciting space for activities, from breakfast to late-afternoon get-togethers around the current Harbour Center.

July had a significant increase in total cash balances

to $12.9M, which was fueled by the increases in the assessments for the Amenity Project. One highlight of the financial picture remains the New Property Owner Initiation Fees (NPOIF). Year to date through July, NPOIF collections were $1.3 million. The trend looks like it will continue into the second half of the year; we are projecting roughly $2 million for the year, which is a significant increase from our projection of $1.4 million for 2025. July year-to-date operations are slightly ahead of budget, and we are forecasting the year to be very close to budget.

We are making every effort to provide the best possible service through temporary Food & Beverage facilities during the construction project. The new structure of the two tents coming together has presented us with some challenges, but our team is actively working to overcome these. The heat of Hilton Head summers has forced us to curtail some hours and services in order to provide a safe environment for our employees and our owners. We have expanded hours and offerings at Waves and Lil Saltee. We have put together a series of events at the Pavilion on the Harbour starting in the middle of September as the weather cools down. This will involve events on Thursday-Sunday nights. These events have been popular in the past, and we believe that with cooler temperatures, we will be able to have many popular events. While being in temporary facilities is not ideal, we are doing the best job that we can. We appreciate the membership being flexible with regard to the constraints imposed by being in temporary facilities. Waves continues to be very popular, which is great to see. We had over 100 attendees at the Labor Day Cookout at the pool, with live music accompanying a very nice buffet.

The golf course is doing very well. The warm weather and rains have allowed the zoysia to ‘pop’ and present an incredibly nice playing surface. The Golf Operations group has done a great job adapting to the new temporary facilities. We have added a couple of new employees to the Golf Staff, and they are already busy introducing themselves to the owners.

We have installed some new lighting on parts of Wexford Club Drive to address owners’ concerns about dimly lit areas. It is a great first step toward improving overall visibility and safety. The Harbour Center continues to work well with their transition to the temporary trailer, which has been up and running. The tennis, pickleball, and croquet facilities are doing well, with continued strong participation throughout the summer.

It is an honor and a privilege to serve as the President of the Board, and we are excited about the rest of the year.

Respectfully,

Strengthening our Community by Building Partnerships

NOC unveils renovated Learning Center

Members of the Wexford Foundation recently attended a Neighborhood Outreach Connection (NOC) Open House on August 9th to celebrate the renovation of their flagship New Oaks Learning Center. The renovation was made possible by a $52,000 Wexford Foundation 2024 Major Impact Grant (MIG) which was used to paint, carpet, furnish classrooms, and equip New Oaks with the latest technology. Jim Hicks, Foundation Chair, was honored to speak at the event about the ongoing and productive partnership the Foundation has with NOC.

NOC’s mission is to help all individuals in the neighborhoods they serve to achieve the “American Dream” — economic independence, and personal fulfillment. The non-profit targets poverty’s root causes to create lasting change by providing educational programs, workforce development and other important services.

Thanks to the generosity of our Wexford community, the Learning Center transformation has enabled New Oaks to truly be a center of excellence with high quality learning spaces and improved overall experiences for children and adults.

ABOVE: Jim Hicks showcasing the newly refurbished space at NOC.

LEFT: Jan McKelvey with NOC Executive Director Julie Palma celebrating at the event.

WAYS TO DONATE TO THE WEXFORD FOUNDATION

BILL YOUR WEXFORD MEMBER ACCOUNT

Contact accounting@wexfordhiltonhead.com to donate through your Wexford account.

WRITE A CHECK

Payable to the Wexford Foundation, mailed to P.O. Box 4100, Hilton Head Island, SC 29938

ESTATE PLANNING

Consider the Wexford Foundation in your estate plan. Contact your Financial Advisor for more information.

DONATE SHARES OF STOCK

Donate stock through our brokerage account at Fidelity

Investments. Donors generally receive a tax deduction for the appreciated value of the shares donated.

DONOR-ADVISED FUNDS

Speak with your Financial Advisor to learn more about setting up a donor-advised account.

GIFT

FROM IRA FUNDS

If you are subject to taking a Required Minimum Distribution from your IRA, consider giving the Wexford Foundation. The transfer must be made directly from your IRA to the Foundation. All IRA gifts must be mailed to P.O. Box 4100, Hilton Head Island, SC 29938.

New truck provides help for Sandalwood

The Sandalwood Food Pantry’s new utility truck, provided by the Wexford Foundation, has truly lifted what was once a burden.

“The truck enables us to serve our neighbors in a greater capacity than before by picking up several large monthly food drives along with our fresh produce,” said Nannette Pierson, executive director. “It has made a tremendous difference. We no longer need to stage additional vehicles and volunteers for one pick-up.”

The truck also allows Sandalwood to source additional USDA foods when they run short at the Lowcountry Food Bank’s new Early Branch location. In addition, they now have the ability to transport larger items like couches, chairs and small pieces of furniture, that clients desperately need. This has been life-changing for so many of their families. The Wexford Foundation is proud to see Sandalwood’s Truck on the road making a difference in our community!

A Special Thanks to our Business Sponsors

The Wexford Foundation is honored to have six local businesses supporting our mission this year. Sponsorships were provided by: Island Environments, BMW Hilton Head, ArborNature Tree Experts, Coastal Home & Villa, Premier Pool Service, and Martha Langan Travel

Our Foundation is an all-volunteer charity that takes pride in ensuring all donations are applied to grants for local charities. The funding from our business sponsors is reserved for the Foundation’s administration and overhead costs. This ensures that every dollar donated by our Wexford community goes directly to our charity recipients.

Along with providing excellent services, these businesses are clearly community-focused and want to help our local area just like all of us. Their generosity to the Foundation is truly appreciated, and we consider them partners in achieving positive change in our local area. When you use their services or products, please tell them you appreciate their support of your Foundation!

Saluting our three outgoing Board Members

Bob Cherichella

Bob spent the majority of his career working in financial management. He and Heather bought their first home in Wexford in 1998.

Bob is finishing his fifth year on our HOA Board. He has served our community on a number of committees including, golf, greens & grounds, house & social and security. He was part of the 5-man committee that brought NPOIF to Wexford through a covenant change. Bob, was the Chair of the Strategic Planning Committee that brought in Arnold Palmer Design to redo the original Willard Byrd designed golf course. He also served three years as President of Wexford ETC and brought Governor Haley’s and Governor McMaster’s “1st Gentlemen’s” Golf Tournament here to Wexford during Heritage Week. Outside our gates Bob co-chaired with Heather “Tee Off Fore the Arts,” the largest fund raiser for our Arts Center from 2008-11. He was part of the team that founded Hilton Head’s 1st Tee and remained an ambassador for that organization for years, he also has served as an ambassador for our local Boys & Girls Club. Bob, served for six years on the Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra Board, two as Chairman during the COVID pandemic, and currently serves on the Symphony Board’s Executive committee.

Michael Fajgenbaum

Michael Fajgenbaum is a retired Orthopaedic Surgeon, who along with his wife Sylvia, have been full time residents of Wexford since 2021. Michael previously worked for 28 years in Raleigh as a surgeon and partner in The Bone and Joint Surgery Clinic.

Prior to moving to Wexford he served on several boards, including being twice appointed by the Governor of North Carolina to the State Board of Physical Therapy Examiners. His business experience included managing a 7-man Orthopaedic private practice for many years as well as helping develop a surgery center in partnership with his colleagues and Wake Medical Center. He was part of the medical staff at both Duke and UNC hospitals and served on multiple committees throughout his career, including the Ethics Committee at Duke Raleigh Hospital. Since joining the Board in 2022 he has co-chaired the House and Social Committee, Chaired the Marketing Committee, was Board liaison to the ASC and has been the HOA Treasurer for 2025.

Michael has served on the Board during a time of immense changes in our community. We have welcomed many newcomers to the neighborhood, there has been change

in demographics including an increase in the number of younger families with children and a shift to where the majority of owners are now full time residents. Wexford has recently embarked on a massive new amenities project which brings with it many challenges including operating in temporary facilities while continuing to meet the needs of the community.

He looks forward to the anticipated opening of the new Harbor Center and Clubhouse in 2026 which he hopes will better serve the needs of our owners. This is an exciting time for Wexford and his hope is that all our neighbors will continue to be engaged in the community, volunteer for committees and serve on the Board so that we benefit from fresh ideas, enthusiasm and a diversity of opinions.

Keith Poisson

Prior to retiring, Keith served in various executive roles with nonprofit hospitals and healthcare systems. These roles required the ability to engage with and develop consensus amongst a diverse group of stakeholders and constituents. During his tenure on the Board, Keith has applied these skills to advance Wexford to the premier community we all envision it will be.

Keith has served as an Officer of the Board for three years — 2 years as Treasurer and Vice President in 2025. As Treasurer and Chair of the Finance Committee, he championed financial sustainability by focusing on longterm capital planning and oversight of ongoing operational performance. These efforts resulted in the ability to fund routine capital replacement through the annual infrastructure assessment without utilizing and depleting NPOIF funds reserved for long-term strategic investment. Keith also developed and garnered owner support for the flexible financing plan for the Clubhouse and Harbour Center Project.

As Chair of the Food and Beverage Task Force, Keith believes that owner engagement will be vital in creating a vision for the culinary experience at our new facilities that resonates with the community. A commitment to exceptional owner experience should be the guiding principle when executing the opening of our new dining venues.

As Vice President and Human Resources Liaison, Keith has been instrumental in supporting the search process for a new General Manager. With the convergence of new leadership, consulting support, and a clear culinary services vision, Wexford finds itself at a critical and exciting crossroad.

Keith is grateful for the opportunity to serve the community and has appreciated the insight, support, and trust of fellow owners.

Patrick Mason Director of Tennis

(843) 686-8816, ext. 150 pmason@wexfordhiltonhead.com

Tennis & Pickleball

CHEESEBURGER ROUND ROBIN

SINGLES SUMMER LEAGUE

TENNIS TRIVIA

Q: What piece of fruit sits on top of the Wimbledon men’s singles trophy?

A: A pineapple! In the 1800s, pineapples were a rare luxury in Britain and symbolized prestige and hospitality. While the exact reason it was chosen remains a mystery, it continues to be one of tennis’s most unique traditions. DID YOU KNOW?

The trophy itself dates back to 1887 and has been awarded to every Wimbledon men’s champion since — though winners don’t get to keep it, they take home a smaller replica instead!

Mike Pollard

Head Tennis Professional (843) 686-8816, ext. 152 mpollard@wexfordhiltonhead.com

UPCOMING EVENTS

Friday, September 5 – Wexford/ Sea Pines Country Club Social: Tennis and pickleball go headto-head as Wexford joins Sea Pines in a spirited club social from 3:30-5:30pm. Come cheer on your neighbors and enjoy a day of great camaraderie!

Friday, September 26 – Friday Night Lights Round Robin: Celebrate football season with tennis and pickleball under the lights from 5:30-7:00pm! Wear your favorite team colors, enjoy drinks and appetizers, and join a fun round robin with friends.

Friday, October 10 – 26th Annual Tennis & Pickleball ProAm: A Wexford tradition! Play alongside some of the island’s best professionals. Tennis runs 9:30- 11:30am, followed by lunch, then pickleball from 1:002:30pm Don’t miss this annual favorite.

Saturday, October 18 – 80+ Round Robin: Join us for a morning of competition and camaraderie as Wexford hosts players 80 years young and up. Matches run from 10:00am12:00pm — a true celebration of experience and love of the game!

Sunday, November 2 – Pockets of Sunshine Pickleball Charity Event: Play for a cause! From 12:30- 2:30 pm, enjoy pickleball while supporting Pockets of Sunshine, a local charity bringing joy and care to those in need.

PARENT CHILD PICKLEBALL ROUND ROBIN

4TH OF JULY ROUND ROBIN

Welcome our new Golf Pros!

John Gora, 1st Assistant Golf Professional: John was born and raised in Youngstown, Ohio, where he spent the majority of his time playing baseball. After years on the diamond, John transitioned his athletic passion into the world of golf, becoming a dedicated golf professional. He is eager to step into the exciting new role and is looking forward to bringing the same commitment and enthusiasm to this next chapter, blending his sports background with a fresh perspective and a love for the game.

GOLF TIPS

Putting with Noah

Noah Wilson, Assistant Golf Professional: Originally from Hilton Head, Noah is coming to Wexford from the Kiawah Island private course, where he worked for two years. He has also worked at the Palmetto Bluff Golf Club and prior to that, spent four years in the Navy.

UPCOMING EVENTS

September 18th: WWGA Fall Opening Day

October 2nd-4th: Men’s Member Guest

October 16th-18th: Ladies Member Guest

October 24th: Halloween Nine & Dine

November 7th-8th: Ringer Ringer Golf Tournament

Scott Hunter Director of Golf (843) 686-8812, ext. 141

shunter@wexfordhiltonhead.com

Chipping with John

With the Bermuda Grass we see on our golf courses in the Lowcountry, chipping can be a frustrating part of golf. A tip that helps golfers of all skill levels is to inch closer to the golf ball. This will lift the heel off the ground creating less contact with the surface. This allows the club to glide through the grass rather than catch and dig.

In this drill, I’m demonstrating putting a rubber band around the face of my putter, and the same rubber band around a tee in the ground, this will trick my mind into accelerating the putter face through the putt.

Deceleration is a common problem for a wide range of golfers, with this tactic and drill, it will give more forgiveness to get through the ball, and refrain from leaving it short on the scoring putting distance.

November 27th: Thanksgiving Shotgun HOLE-IN-ONE

Gammarino Oliver

Clubhouse Corner

Robert Wysong Executive Chef (843) 715-0915

rwysong@wexfordhiltonhead.com

Robert Mosco

Food & Beverage Manager (843) 715-0914

rmosco@wexfordhiltonhead.com

October 25th

Orin Swift Wine Experience

October 31st

Adult Halloween Party

November 11th

Veterans Day Ceremony

Vivienne Smith Asst. Food & Beverage Manager (843) 686-8810

vsmith@wexfordhiltonhead.com

Hours of Operation

PAVILION ON THE HARBOUR

Monday-Wednesday: Closed Thursday-Sunday: 5:30pm-8:00pm Dinner

WAVES

Monday: Closed Tuesday-Wednesday: 11:00am5:00pm Lunch* Thursday-Sunday: 11:00am-5:00pm Lunch / 5:30pm-8:00pm Dinner*

LIL’ SALTEE GRAB & GO

Monday: Closed Tuesday-Sunday: 11:00am-5:00pm

MENU SPECIALS

Thursday: Happy Hour from 5:30pm6:30pm

NEW TO-GO PHONE

Please note our new phone number for any to-go and delivery orders: 843-422-3935

WEXEXPRESS DELIVERY

Did you know you can enjoy the convenience of having dinner from the Club delivered right to your doorstep? WexExpress is available ThursdaySunday from 5:30pm-7:00pm. To place your dinner order, call our delivery line at 843-422-3935.

November 15th Grigich Hills Wine Experience

December 7th

Santa Brunch

December 7th

Festival of Lights

December 12th

Annual Meeting @ the Sonesta

December 13th

Member Holiday Party @ the Sonesta

Mark Dryden

Harbour Master

(843) 686-8813

Harbour/ Yacht Club

wmarshall@wexfordhiltonhead.com

mdryden@wexfordhiltonhead.com Wanda Marshall Administrative Assistant (843) 686-8813

Update Boater’s Certificate by November

Having Wexford’s Homeowners Association (HOA) as an additional insured or interested party to your boat insurance policy typically does not affect your rate. Here’s why you should add the HOA and what it means: What it Means to Add an HOA to Your Policy

• The HOA needs to be protected and informed in case something happens involving your boat while it’s in the harbor or marina

• Add Wexford HOA as “Additional Insured.” This gives the HOA some liability protection under your policy (e.g., if the HOA is named in a lawsuit involving your boat).

Will It Affect Your Rate?

In most cases: No. Insurers do not typically charge extra to add an HOA, marina, or similar entity to your policy

unless:

• You are increasing liability limits.

• The insurer sees it as a higher risk (which is rare for this kind of request).

What You Should Do

• Contact your insurance company or agent.

• Explain Wexford HOA needs to be an Additional Insured

• Request an updated Certificate of Insurance (COI) showing the Wexford HOA listed be email directly to the Wexford HOA Wanda Marshall, wmarshall@ wexfordhiltonhead.com

If you have any questions, please contact Mark Dryden, mdryden@wexfordhiltonhead.com, 843-686-8813.

Remember to use your YCA privileges

All Wexford property owners are members of the Wexford Yacht Club and enjoy reciprocal privileges at over 300 yacht clubs through the Yachting Club of America. So what does that mean?

Time to explore:

1. You all have received your Yacht Club of America membership cards in your orientation package (check there first if you can’t find yours); this card has your log-in information for the YCofA: https://ycaol.com

If you need a replacement card, contact Megan Bailey, mbailey@wexfordhiltonhead.com

LOCAL LANDINGS

2. Find a club that you want to visit while you’re traveling; contact Megan Bailey so she can facilitate a formal introduction for you so that you can enjoy the reciprocal benefits of that specific club.

3. Megan will also provide you with a free burgee. Pack our unique Wexford Yacht Club flag (burgee) to share with the reciprocating yacht club — and be sure to ask for one for our new Yacht Club, where it will be joined with over 30 we have from other clubhouses.

Take advantage of this great benefit — and represent Wexford while you travel!

Be sure to save this information into your Contacts on your smartphone and/or have a printout on your boat should you need to contact these local destinations.

NAME

Palmetto Bay Marina

Shelter Cove Marinas

HARBOUR MASTER PHONE

Tony Ferre (843) 785-5000

Mason Lemon (843) 527-2698

Harbour Town Lesley (843) 363-8335

Windmill

Safe Harbour Skull Creek

Broad Creek

Hilton Head RV Resort

Jake McMillian (843) 681-9235

Mark Ballantone (843) 681-8436

Nate Jones (843) 818-4336

Neil or Tony Turner (843) 681-3256 (owners)

Harbour water levels affected by low tides

Often through the year, the water level in the harbour becomes somewhat inconsistent. The harbour does not utilize pumps to regulate its water level; it is entirely tide dependent. When tides fall below 7.5 feet, we are unable to fill the harbour with water, therefore, each time the lock opens when the tide is below 7.5 feet, approximately 60,000 gallons of water escapes from our harbour into Broad Creek.

For reference, 1 inch of water in the harbour is

Vessel safety inspections available through November

The boating season is in full swing, so it’s time for your free annual safety inspection! Certified inspectors will ensure your vessel meets Coast Guard standards, helping you stay safe and compliant on the water. Sign up thru the Harbour Center: mdryden@ wexfordhiltonhead.com. Inspection appointments are convenient to your schedule and take just 20 minutes and could make all the difference in keeping your friends and family safe while on the water! Don’t forget — expired gear can cost you more than just a fine!

approximately 1 million gallons of water. Based on this, we lose about one inch of water for every 16 lock cycles over the six-hour period between high and low tide. Over the course of a week, regular lock usage can result in a loss of approximately 6 to 10 inches of water. Essentially, the more frequently the lock is used during low tide, the greater the water loss we experience. To recover from the loss, tidal charts are referenced to find suitable tides that would allow for effective refilling.

Service memberships helpful for boaters

Accidents and motor malfunctions can happen to anyone, which is why it’s important to have a membership to a service that can support you when the time comes!

SEA TOW (stationed on Hilton Head) has a Gold Membership for $249/year. www.seatow.com

Membership includes 24/7 towing, fuel delivery, battery jumps, soft ungroundings, and nationwide coverage with over 500 ports. It’s a smart investment in safety, convenience, and confidence for every boater.

TOW BOAT US, (local tow operators in Port Royal and Savannah) has an unlimited GOLD saltwater towing services for $215/year, and provides the same services as SEA TOW. https://boatus.com/products-and-services/ boat-towing

Wexford Clubs & Groups ETC

(Event & Travel Club)

Looking Back, Looking Ahead

As we cruise through 2025, the Wexford ETC (Event & Travel Club) group continues to bring connection, culture, and celebration to our community. This year has already been filled with unforgettable experiences — and there’s still more to come.

Kicking off the year in January, ETC members were treated to a soulful evening of smooth jazz in a sold-out private event hosted at The Jazz Corner in Wexford Village. The Social Committee arranged an elegant dinner paired with outstanding live music, truly a night to remember.

Taking advantage of a lovely spring day in April, ETC’s Local Committee organized a trip to Wimbee Creek Farm in Seabrook, SC, where members enjoyed a scenic walking tour through rows of colorful blooms, hands-on instruction in floral arrangement, and a farmto-table luncheon that highlighted the Lowcountry’s seasonal bounty.

In May, members were transported to the tropics for Havana Nights, an evening of Cuban flair hosted by ETC’s Social Committee at the Long Cove clubhouse. With lively music, vibrant decor, and an array of casinostyle games, it was a night filled with fine dining, dancing, laughter, and camaraderie.

Looking ahead, ETC will embark on two highly anticipated adventures led by our Regional Committee: In October, a Charleston Getaway will feature a private tour guided by Wexford’s own Marion Brown, offering a unique perspective on this charming city. To wrap up the year with holiday cheer, ETC heads to Asheville to experience the splendor of the Biltmore Estate at Christmas — a magical way to celebrate the season. With so many successful events and more to look forward to, now is the perfect time to consider joining or to renew your ETC membership. November is our official renewal month, and we’re always looking for new volunteers and creative minds to help make these special moments happen. Stay tuned for more information on how you can join in the fun of making memories with your Wexford friends, old and new. Whether you’re a long-time member or just curious to get involved, we invite you to be part of the joy, exploration, and connection that define ETC. Here’s to finishing 2025 strong — and starting 2026 with fresh ideas and familiar smiles.

“Creatingmemoriestolastalifetime!”