April 2017 Wanakah Country Club Welcome Back Cocktail Party Friday, March 31st from 6:00pm to 9:00pm Featuring the Music of The Mark Mazur Trio. We cordially invite the entire membership to come out to the club to get back in the swing of things. This is a great opportunity for you to introduce a colleague, partner, friend, family member or associate to Wanakah Country Club and let them enjoy an evening of socializing with members while enjoying cocktails and dinner stations. We will be featuring a wine and beer tasting. Reservations are Required. Cost is $25 per person Dress: Country Club Casual Menu Appetizers: Cheese/Veggie/Olive Display, Calamari, Spinach and Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms, Artichoke Beignets Assorted Seafood Dim Sum Dinner: Market Salad Bar With House Made Dressings Tuscan Roasted Cod with Bruschetta and Balsamic Reduction, Lemon Pepper Haddock, Roasted Spring Vegetables, Tortellini Puttanesca Carved: Roasted Turkey Salmon Wellington Dessert: Assorted Petit fours Bourbon Apple Cobbler with Ice Cream 2017 Membership Drive The Membership Drive is still in effect. If you know anyone who is interested in joining our Country Club, our welcome party is a great time to bring in that prospective member and show off your club. The Board of Directors will keep initiation fees at their current level until July 1st. Initiation fees increase according to the chart below on July 1 st. WCC Initiation Fee Schedule Membership Class Present July 1 st General (40 plus) $6,000 $8,000 Intermediate(35-39) $4,000 $6,000 Junior(21-34) $2,000 $4,000 Social (Any Age) $0 $1,000 ** Initiation Fees can be paid in three increments: (1/3 upfront, 1/3 on 1 year anniversary, 1/3 on 2 nd anniversary) As a reminder any member who has been in good standing for 5 years, can apply a legacy discount of 75% off of the Junior Initiation Fee for their child under the age of 35. Any member who has been in good standing for 3 years can apply a legacy discount of 50% off of their respective initiation fee for their father, mother, sister, brother, son, daughter, or their spouse. Please contact Kevin Hoffman (kevinh@wanakahcc.com) by e-mail or by calling the Club. You may also contact one of our Membership Ambassadors listed below if you know of anyone that would be a great addition to our wonderful Club and membership. Membership Ambassadors: Michael Baco, Simon Bennett, John Connors, Nick Costa, Donald Crosby, Deborah Di Matteo, James Egnatchik Jr., Thomas Frizzell, John Gullo, Ryan Hawkins, James Iglewski, Dean Jackson, James Kavanaugh, Ryan Kirke, Sean Lindstrom, Bruno Lombardo, Patrick McKee, Rob Mullins, Jacob Rich III, Mark Travers, Peter Walsh, and Thomas Wischerath.
Easter Egg Hunt Saturday, April 8th Noon -3 pm Kids Buffet Chicken Fingers Cheese Pizza Carrots and Celery Julienne Vegetable Medley French Fries Penne Mac N Cheese Fresh Fruit Adult Maple Pecan Sticky Buns and Muffins Market Fresh Salad Bar with House Made Dressings Italian Pasta Salad Shrimp Stir-Fry Grilled Tuscan Chicken with Sun Dried Tomatoes, Sweet Vermouth, Basil and Pecorino Romano Whipped Potatoes and Hunters Gravy Chef Carved Top Round & Turkey Rolls, Butter, Au jus, Horseradish & Cranberry Carrot cakes Cookies and Brownies 2 Egg Hunts 1-6 year olds & 7 and up *Count the Jellybean Contest *Get your picture taken with the Bunny *Coloring Contest *Treats for all Children from the Easter Bunny *Easter Egg Decorating Held rain or shine! The bunny will hide the eggs indoors if the weather should be inclement. There will be prizes for special eggs. Reservations Required Adults: $17.00 Children 6-12: $11.00 Children 3-5 - $9.00 2 &under no charge Country Club Casual Attire ( 24 Hour Cancellation Policy in Effect) Easter Brunch Buffet Sunday, April 16th Reservations Accepted 10:30am 3:00pm (Last Seating) The Club will not be open for dinner service. Bloody Mary Bar with: Celery Hearts, Stuffed Olives, Pepperoncini, Jalapenos, Slim Jims, Peperoni, Pickles and Bacon! Bagels, Croissants, Smoked Salmon, Herb Spiked Cream Cheese & Deviled eggs Homemade Blueberry Muffins & Salted Caramel Sticky Buns, Pecan Buns Spring Green Salad with Candied Walnuts, Cranberries, Goat Cheese & Citrus Vinaigrette Grilled Tuscan Vegetables With a Three Pea Salad, Balsamic Glaze and Basil Pesto Granola & Yogurt with Mango and Fresh Berries Fluffy Scrambled Eggs and Omelets to Order Eggs Benedict with Canadian Bacon, Poached Eggs & Hollandaise Southern Style Biscuits and Sausage Gravy Cheese Blintz with Fresh Berry Compote New Orleans Style Brabant Potatoes ~ Breakfast Sausage & Bacon Island Spiced Mahi-Mahi With Banana Salsa Lemon Artichoke Chicken Roasted Asparagus with Baby Heirloom Tomatoes ~ Potatoes Au Gratin Carving Station with: Leg of Lamb, Honey Glazed Bone-In Ham & Prime Rib Poppyseed Rolls, Whipped Butter, Truffle Mayo, Honey Mustard, Horseradish and Beef Bordelaise Dessert Table Kids: Mac n Cheese ~ Chicken Tenders ~ Cheese Ravioli with Pomodoro Tater Tots ~ Steamed Broccoli Fresh Crisp Celery & Carrots with Blue Cheese Dip Chocolate Chip Pancakes with Maple Syrup Mango n Melon Parfait with Granola and Whipped Cream Adults: $29.00 Children 3-12: $17.00 2 & Under No charge Dress Code: Jacket is encouraged (24 Hour Cancellation Policy in Effect)
Abbondanza 2017 (Pronounced abbon danza) (N) abundance, richness, plenty, profusion, wealth Saturday, April 29 th 6:00PM In Italy, when it comes to food, abbondanza is the rule. Una Sera Italiana 2017 is an evening of abbondanza. Wine and spirits will be plentiful, antipasti will be bountiful, a richness of Italian cheeses that will melt in your mouth and abundance of Italian delicacies from Wild Boar to seafood risotto to many of the traditional favorites. Save room for the delectable Club-made dolces (sweets); because there will be an abundance of them as well. Italian musicians will serenade you at your table and encourage you to sing along. Don t forget your dancing shoes because after dinner, there is dancing in the Grille. Last year s Italian Night was at a near capacity crowd and we are only 6 weeks away from April 29 th so please make your reservations early. This year we plan to have a New Members Table so if you are new to Wanakah, there is no better way to meet other new members than at Abbondanza!!! $65 per person includes select Italian Wines & the Bellini station, wine at your tables and of course an abundance of delicious Italian food. Beer and cocktails by signature. Reservations will be capped at 175 Members and their guests!! Please call Now at 627-2391 Regular dining is not available this evening Italian Night Committee Beth and Nick Buscaglia Co-Chairman Melanie and Chuck Alessi, Liliana and Peter Baldassari, Cary and Nick Costa, Sue and Dave Richardson, Barb and Sam Gullo, Mary and Peter Goszewski, Ann and Mike Grimaldi, LuAnne and Kevin Klotzbach, Kathy Murray and Bucky LaRusch, Bill Licata, Betty and Frank Spina, Margaret and Bill Leahy, Judy and Fred Occhino, Donna and Roger Pasquarella ( 24 Hour Cancellation Policy in Effect)
Eat & drink creatively as we host a ladies paint party here at the club. It is a nice opportunity to reconnect with friends before the season starts as we enjoy Hors D oeuvres, an extraordinary salad bar and some petite after dinner treats for dessert, while sipping on some featured wines by the glass and innovative cocktail creations. $60.00 + tax per person includes your masterpiece to take home ( 24 Hour Cancellation Policy in Effect, no walk-ins, reservations are a must) Starts at 6:30pm sharp Dress: Country Club Casual This year we will be painting on wood! Chairpersons: Joanne Tebeau & Lynette Tryjankowski Woman of Wanakah The Club will be starting a group called the Woman of Wanakah. The purpose of this group is to bring all the ladies of the Club together to help foster fun engaging social and athletic activities throughout the year. We will be meeting at 5:30 pm on Thursday April 20 th, an hour prior to the Ladies Paint Night. This is open to all ladies, golfers and non-golfers are encouraged to attend. If you would like to be part of this group and plan on attending the meeting, please email Jackie at jackiew@wanakahcc.com. 2nd Annual Ladies Painting Night Thursday April 20th - 6:30pm Kids Bingo Night Friday, April 21 6pm 9pm First Kids night of the season, a night of fun for the kids, allowing mom and dad to enjoy a date night in the Grille or Dining Room. The staff will keep the kids entertained with Bingo, games, crafts, a kid style dinner & dessert, followed by a movie. $15 per child includes food, beverage and all activities Please place a call with the kids reservation as well as your dinner reservation. (Parents must be present at the club) Ladies Kick-Off Party Thursday, May 4 th @ 6:30pm The party will be officially kicking off the 2017 Golf, Tennis and Ladies Activity Season. Everyone is encouraged to attend. Come join us and all of the ladies of Wanakah Country Club for an evening of cocktails, food and a raffle. Tanya Durni from Ep Pro & Ep Sport will be showing the latest golf and lifestyle fashion trends and the Golf Professional staff will be conducting a short presentation on rules, etiquette and releasing information on a new Spring Get Golf Ready Clinic Series that will help everyone knock off the winter rust! Our Tennis Pro & Pool Director will also be present. $25 per person cocktails by signature
Wines Italy is home to some of the oldest wine-producing regions in the world, and Italian wines are known worldwide for their broad variety. There are twenty main wine regions in Italy. Every region has their own characteristics and unique qualities. With us hosting Italian Night later this month, we wanted to showcase our Italian wine selection. All of these wines are of superior quality and great value. We will be featuring a couple by the glass this month, so be sure to try one of these gems, and drift away to Italy. Reds Castello di Fonterutoli Chianti Classico, Tuscany (Half Bottle) -$26 Tenuta di Salviano Turlo (Red Blend), Umbria - $27 Renieri Invetro (Super Tuscan),Tuscany- $30 Brancaia Tre (Super Tuscan), Tuscany - $33 Lamole Di Lamole Chianti Classico, Tuscany - $35 Sartori Amarone della Valpolicella, Veneto - $57 Michele Chiarlo Tortoniano Barolo, Piedmont - $59 Nardi Brunello di Montalcino, Tuscany -$64 Gaja Pieve Santa Restituta Brunello di Montalcino, Tuscany - $77 Whites Pighin Pinot Grigio, Friuli, - $29 Banfi San Angelo Pinot Grigio, Tuscany - $37 Santa Margherita Pinot Grigio, Alto Adige - $44 Champagne Lamarca Prosecco, Veneto -$34 Nino Franco Rustico Prosseco, Veneto -$38 Paul & Judith Michalek (General) Sponsor - Dr. Michael Rade P a ge 5 The club was sadden by the resent losses of long time members, Anthony Tarquini Eugene Seidleck Mrs. Anthony Yerkovich Gordon Gannon Betty Dougherty Jay Milligan Jr.. Our thoughts and prayers go out to their family and Friends. Thank You We would like to thank everyone who attended the Children s Christmas party, and donated to the Haven House. The Haven House was founded in 1979 by the Coalition for Victims of Domestic Violence (now known as the Erie County Coalition Against Family Violence). For over 35 years, Haven House has been working to prevent domestic violence/intimate partner violence and promote peace in the home. Your contribution and gifts helped many families have a Merry Christmas. Thank you again to all who donated. The club would like to thank and recognize members John McKendry & Mike Quinn for their assistance in working towards stopping the train horns while near the golf course. The horns should end within the next couple months. Thank you both! Please Welcome to the Wanakah Staff Jesse Adams III Congratulations Please join us in congratulating Dr. Michael Rade who is this years recipient of the Buffalo Surgical Society s Roswell Park Medal. Established in 1947 this medal honoring Doctor Roswell Park, Master surgeon, scientist and pioneer in surgical research, is awarded annually to a recipient who, in the opinion of the membership has contributed significantly to the art and science of surgery. Previous recipients include nationally known surgeons such as Michael DeBakey, Denton Cooley, Delos Cosgrove, Thomas Fogart, Lazar Greenfield and Thomas Starzl. We are honored to have Dr. Rade as a long time member and current member of our Board of Directors. Please welcome our new Assistant Manager, Jesse Adams III to the Wanakah family. Jesse is a Western New York native, and currently resides in West Seneca with his wife Emily and their three year old daughter Arianna. Jesse has a Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Administration and a Masters in Career and Technical Training, both from Buffalo State. Jesse has experience as a Food and Beverage Director for two different area hotels. He opened up Big Ditch Brewing Company as their Assistant General Manager, and most recently worked at the Hyatt Place hotel as their Assistant General Manager. Jesse is somewhat familiar with Club Operations from his education, and was thrilled when the opportunity arose here at Wanakah. He will be overseeing all Service Staff and Dining Operations, the Beverage Program with Alex, the Locker Rooms, and working closely with Kevin with banquets and events. Hopefully you will get the opportunity to meet Jesse in the near future.
Golf Shop News: We are looking forward to seeing everyone at Wanakah as the weather turns and golf season approaches. In the next few months we will have some familiar apparel lines arriving such as FootJoy, Donald Ross, Zero Restriction, Travis Mathew, Adidas, Vineyard Vines, EP Pro, SanSoleil and Bermuda Sands to name a few. Maui Jim sunglasses, Signs by the Sea handmade accessories, Tervis Tumblers and Sterling Cut Glass stock will feature the traditional WCC logo or Indian head logo for your barware needs. We will be introducing new apparel lines such as Under Armour, Johnnie-O and Dunning as well as Italian wool dress slacks from Antas to go along with their custom leather belts. There will be more footwear options as we will be stocking FootJoy, Adidas, G/Fore and Travis Mathew shoes this season. We will also be offering a fifth equipment line in Callaway to go along with fitting systems and stock product from Titleist, TaylorMade, Ping and Cobra (including their new single length irons!) As a reminder, we do not charge club fitting fees when the clubs are purchased through the golf shop and we will always make certain that you are paying the same price for golf equipment and apparel in the golf shop as you would anywhere else (i.e. Edwin Watts, Dick s Sporting Goods, etc.). We will also be offering complimentary giftwrapping for your special occasions as well. Johnathan Snyder and Sam Frank will be returning to Wanakah as Assistant Golf Professionals in the spring. Johnathan is beginning his 10 th season at Wanakah and 4 th as an Assistant Golf Professional, while Sam will be returning for his second season after he completes his winter responsibilities at Grey Oaks Country Club, in Naples Florida. Lacey will also be returning for her second season and is looking forward to helping you with all of your golf shop related needs. We would all like to welcome our newest Assistant Golf Professional, Adam Ming. Adam is a native of Clarkston, Michigan and has a Bachelor's Degree in Journalism from Oakland University and an Associate's Degree in Golf Course Operations from the Golf Academy of America in Phoenix, Arizona. Adam worked as the second assistant professional at Fieldstone Golf Club in Auburn Hills, Michigan for two seasons and most recently at Atlas Valley Country Club in Grand Blanc for the past two seasons as their First Assistant Golf Professional. Adam will be joining us in early April. We hope that everyone had a great winter and we are looking forward to a great 2017 golf season at Wanakah Country Club. Marc Rosa, PGA Come Watch The 81st Edition of the 2017 Master s Tournament April 8th & 9th Demo Days Tuesday, May 9 th 3:00pm 6:00pm Every golfer dreams of winning the coveted green jacket. Watch this year s competition with our other golfing enthusiasts in our cozy grille room. We ll be offering 2 for 1 drinks on Saturday and Sunday from 2pm until 5pm, followed by complimentary Hors D oeuvres at five. If the tournament schedules change; we ll adjust if necessary. Come to the club and have some fun! Thursday, May 11 th 2:00pm 6:00pm Tuesday, May 23 rd 2:00pm 6:00pm Call the Golf Shop to schedule your fittings Join us at Wanakah for Masters Sunday on April 9 th for a chance to win a Special Edition Masters golf bag and head covers. Men s Tuesday Night League Dates: May 9, May 16, May 23, June 6, June 20, June 27, July 11, July 25, August 8, August 15, August 22 and September 12 th 5:30pm Shotgun Start Partners Best Ball Match Play (Flighted) Sign up Deadline: Friday, April 30 th at 5:00pm OFFER EXPIRES APRIL 16 Cost: $275.00 per golfer includes: Awards, Dinner, and Draft Beer following golf. Players are responsible for securing their own substitutes and are must notify the Golf Shop by no later than 12:00pm on the day of the event.
Add more control and more confidence to your wedge game in 2017! A huge request last year in club fittings and lessons was how do I get more spin around green or how do I get the ball to hit the green and stop without rolling off with full and partial wedge shots. Data from Titleist and Bob Vokey, the creator of their Vokey wedges shows that 50% of golfers use wedges that have been used for more than 75 rounds. Why is this important? At 100 yards, wedges with varying degrees of wear performed drastically different Rounds of Golf RPM of Backspin Feet of roll before ball stopped 125 Rounds 6500 RPM 24 feet of roll 75 Round 7700 RPM 18 feet of roll Fresh Grooves 8500 RPM 10 feet of roll Contact the Golf Shop to test your grooves or look for this bag on the putting green on weekend mornings to test them yourself! 2017 President s Cup The President s Cup is a season long, individual match play event. The matches will be played from the Blue Tees and players will receive 100% of their course handicap. To qualify for the event, pick up a blank qualifying scorecard in the Golf Shop prior to play and return it when you are finished to register your qualifying score. The field will consist of the lowest 16 hole by hole net scores. Turning in a qualifying score does not mean that you are automatically in the event, if more than 16 people turn in qualifying scores the low 16 will be selected. You may attempt to qualify as many times as you would like. A list of the qualifiers and those who have been cut will be sent to the participants along with the bracket prior to the beginning of the Round of 16. Updated brackets will be sent out after each round. If a match is not completed by the deadline, the player on the first tee at 9:00am on the final date of the scheduled match is declared the winner of the match. In the event that neither player is on the first tee at that date, then both players will be disqualified. Weekend morning matches must take place after 9:00am. Qualifying Rounds: Friday, May 26 th Sunday, June 11 th Round of 16: Monday, June 12 th Sunday, July 2 nd Quarterfinals: Monday, July 3 rd Sunday, July 23 rd Semifinals: Monday, July 24th Sunday, August 13th Finals: Monday, August 14th Sunday, August, 27 th 2017 Governor s Cup The Governor s Cup is a season long, partner s match play event. The matches will be played from the Blue Tees and players will receive 90% of their course handicap. To qualify for the event, pick up a blank qualifying scorecard in the Golf Shop prior to play and return it when you are finished to register your qualifying score. The field will consist of the teams with the lowest 16 hole by hole net scores. Turning in a qualifying score does not mean that you are automatically in the event, if more than 16 teams turn in qualifying scores the low 16 will be selected. You may attempt to qualify as many times as you would like. A list of the qualifiers and those who have been cut will be sent to the participants along with the bracket prior to the beginning of the Round of 16. Updated brackets will be sent out after each round. If a match is not completed by the deadline, the team on the first tee at 9:00am on the final date of the scheduled match is declared the winner of the match. In the event that neither team is on the first tee at that date, then both teams will be disqualified. Weekend morning matches must take place after 9:00am. Qualifying Rounds: Friday, May 26 th Sunday, June 11 th Round of 16: Monday, June 12 th Sunday, July 2 nd Quarterfinals: Monday, July 3 rd Sunday, July 23 rd Semifinals: Monday, July 24th Sunday, August 13th Finals: Monday, August 14th Sunday, August, 27 th
Save the dates The Q Memorial Day Weekend Golf Event Friday, May 26 th 6:30pm Draw & 7:00pm Dinner A blind draw presentation with cocktails and hors d oeuvres, to determine your partner for the event followed by Ala carte dining if you wish. Saturday, May 27 th 8:00am Shotgun Start Hot Breakfast will be available at 7:00am, on course food and beverage during golf, followed by cookout lunch and awards. Tournament Chairman: Nick Buscaglia Format: Blind Draw Partners Net Best Ball Event Please contact the golf shop at 627-3472 sign up The first tee will open at approximately 1:00pm on Saturday $75 per person, carts included The Marc Comstock Invitational Friday, June 9th & Saturday, June 10 th Friday, June 9th 11:30am: Registration & Luncheon Buffet Flight Pool & Skins Registration 1:15pm: Match #1 3:30pm: Match #2 Cocktails, Hors d oeuvres and dinner stations following golf Saturday, June 10th 7:00am: Breakfast 8:00am Shotgun: Match #3 10:30am Shotgun: Match #4 Lunch on the Patio after Match #4 1:15pm Shotgun: Match #5 4:00pm: Shoot-out 6:00pm: Cocktails & Hors d oeuvres 6:30pm: Awards, Dinner, & Dancing Tournament Chairmen: Robert Weissflach Registration: Wednesday, April 12 th at 9:00am Event billed to member account: Sunday, April 30 th Deadline to notify Golf Shop for partner s name: Monday, May 1 st Registration will be accepted via emailed application or dropped off in person to the Golf Shop. Phone calls will not be accepted and applications will not be accepted prior to Wednesday, April 12 th at 9:00am Waitlist Policy: Registration will be open for 3 days beginning on Wednesday, April 12 th, at 9:00am to all Golfing Members. Any sign-ups after Saturday, April 15 th at 9:00am will be added to the end of the waitlist on a first come, first served basis. The first 54 teams will be prioritized based on the past six years of participation in the Comstock. The remaining 6 spots in the field will be filled by a lottery to reach a field of 60 teams. We will continue to draw names to determine the waitlist order until all names have been chosen. Any additional sign-ups after the drawing will be added to the end of the waitlist on a first come, first served basis. Tournament applications will be mailed to each Golfing Member prior to the registration date and an electronic PDF version of the application will be emailed the morning of registration for your convenience. Please email applications to golfshop@wanakahcc.com or reply to and attach your application to the Comstock application emails that you will receive the day of registration. The field of 60 teams and the waitlist will be published to everyone that submitted an application on Sunday, April 16 th by 5:00pm. Cancellation Policy: If cancellation occurs within two weeks prior to the 1st day of the Marc Comstock Tournament, the member shall be responsible for the cost of the entry fee or be responsible for finding a replacement if there are no longer any teams on the waitlist. If there are still waitlisted teams, the next team in line will take your place.
Ladies Thursday Night League The Ladies Thursday Night League will be meeting on the first tee to begin play at 5:30pm on following dates: May 11 th, May 25 th, June 8 th, July 16 th, August 10 th and August 31 st Thursday Night League Free Clinic Info At 5:00pm before each event the golf professional staff will be conducting clinics please not the schedule below and where each class will be meeting. May 11 th Range: General full swing mechanics with all clubs May 25 th Short game area: Pitching, Chipping & Bunkers June 8 th Range: Long Drive Maximize driving distance with Trackman Launch Monitor July 16 th Putting green: Putting & green reading techniques August 10 th Range: Uneven lies, techniques for when the ball is above and below your feet and uphill and downhill lies. August 31 th Putting green: Chose your own adventure. Pros will be stationed at putting green, range and short game area for you to choose your own area to work on. We encourage everyone who is interested in participating to call ahead so that we are able to properly prepare for your arrival and have your bag ready on the first tee. A member of the golf professional staff will be creating groups and assisting with getting everyone on the golf course. We will be playing different formats each week and will go over the specifics of each format in detail before we begin play at 5:30pm. This is a great opportunity to meet new gofers and get a chance to enjoy the golf course in a fun, relaxed environment! All ladies are welcome and encouraged to continue the fun in the Grille Room or Patio after golf. PGA Junior League The PGA Junior League is back and is a great way for junior golfers age 8-13 of all abilities to get involved in golf and have fun in a relaxed, team-like environment. The PGA Junior League offers the opportunity for our juniors to play golf in a two-person team in a scramble format versus two players from another area club. The PGA Junior League teaches the value of how to work with others to achieve a common goal and the scramble format encourages teamwork and problem solving; which also keeps everyone engaged and having a great time. Please email: golfshop@wanakahcc.com to get your access code to sign-up your junior golfer. The deadline is April 15 th to ensure that our uniforms arrive in time for the first match on April 30 th. The cost is $150 per player, paid directly to the PGA Junior League. This fee gets you: a jersey, hat, backpack, golf balls, weekly practice with the PGA Pro s and pizza party at the end of the year. Top performing juniors may be selected to represent WNY at regional and national level. 2017 Schedule All matches begin at 3:00pm Sunday, April 30 th : East Aurora CC @ Wanakah CC Saturday, May 13 th : Wanakah CC @ Lancaster CC Sunday, May 21 st : Orchard Park CC @ Wanakah CC Sunday, June 11 th : Wanakah CC @ Crag Burn GC Save The Date Ladies Opening Day May 10th All women golfers are invited and encouraged to get involved in Wednesday women s golf; please don t let any limited experience or perceived lack of skill prevent you from enjoying a day of fun at your club! Call the Golf Shop with your foursome. (Reminder this years format is a scramble, 5:00pm shotgun start because of the golf course construction, we will be playing the back 9) No cancellation due to poor weather; if we can t play we ll enjoy each other s company at the dinner. Not golfing? All Wanakah women, including non-golfers, are cordially invited to attend the dinner. New members are especially welcome and encouraged to attend. To sign up, please call the golf shop at 627-3472 or e-mail them at golfshop@wanakahcc.com For dinner only (no golf) reservations, please call the clubhouse at 627-2391. If you are golfing, no dinner reservation is necessary, we ll assume you are staying for dinner. Carts will be billed separately. More Details to Follow in the May Newsletter Chairpersons: Jackie Wischerath & Sue Richardson New for 2017: Men s Ringers This is a season long, individual best ball event. The ringer board will be set up in 4 different classifications by handicap and you will record your name in the proper classification and fill in your best gross score on each hole. At the end of the competition, the person with lowest 18 hole score is the winner of their respective classification. This competition will begin on May 27 th and conclude on August 27 th, where the winners will be recognized at the club championship rewards presentation. 10 th Tee and Turn Etiquette If you are planning to stop and have food at the turn, we encourage you to call the clubhouse while on the eighth or ninth hole to place your order. Stopping to sit down for food will forfeit your position on the tenth tee until it is open and there is room for you to tee off without affecting groups behind you. Starting your round on the tenth tee is only permitted with approval from the Golf Shop and if the ninth hole is clear of other golfers and Golf Course Maintenance is far enough ahead of you. Starting on the tenth tee does not guarantee that you will be able to seamlessly make the turn to hole number one. We will do our best to accommodate you but cannot guarantee a zero wait because we do not have tee times. Please remember to keep pace with the group in front of you and contact the golf shop if you have concerns regarding pace of play during your round. Thank You!
General Membership Meeting - Wednesday April 26th, 7:00pm The club s annual business meeting will be held Wednesday, April 26th at 7:00pm. Our board will present the 2016 audited financial statement, report on the status of our membership, and entertain general discussion. All members are welcome; however, according to the constitution, only general members may vote. Kentucky Derby Patio Large Screen Bourbon & Beer Dinner May 6th 5:30 7:30pm Come join us at the club to celebrate as we honor age old tradition of The Run For the Roses streaming live on the Patio. We will feature hors d oeuvres, a variety of drink specials, and some bourbons to sip amongst friends. Chef Kolbas will feature a special Derby dinner paying homage to the traditions of this historic race. Please call the clubhouse to secure your dinner reservation after the race by calling 627-2391. 5:30pm-7:00pm - Hors d oeuvres, Dinner and Dessert $50 per person - Drink specials (by signature). Country Club Casual or Don that Derby Hat, Sear-Sucker Suit and Classic Bowtie if you are feeling festive. Chef s Table We are offering the popular Chef s table again. Enjoy the sights, sounds, smells of the kitchen as Chef Jeff and his staff will display their culinary talents as you dine amongst the hustle and bustle of the kitchen. Space is limited to 12 people. Contact Kevin to set your date. Dinner starts promptly at 6:30pm. Gather at the bar beforehand to meet the group! Dress is Country Club Casual. $60.00++ per person includes: 4 course meal Wine Tasting Special Cocktail Tasting Dessert Prize for best dressed couple Cigar Humidors The club has a limited number of cigar humidors available for rent to store your cigars at the club. If you are interested in utilizing a locker, we rent them to our members on an annual basis for $50.00 a locker. Please contact Jesse Adams at jessea@wanakahcc.com if you are interested in securing a locker. Wanakah Wants Your Business Remember that your club is available for your business or organization s meetings. Our Lake Erie Room, Board Room and various other sized rooms are equipped with Wi-Fi; we have audio/visual equipment. Food and beverage service is easily arranged. Please contact Kevin Hoffman, Membership & Events Director (kevinh@wanakahcc.com) to coordinate your event. Friendly Reminders Children 16 and under must have a parent present while on club property. The access code to the golf course bathroom is 5161 Dining reservations are always encouraged. Golf Carts should be kept 30 feet away from all greens. Drive slowly and use caution when approaching the Golf Shop and Repair all ball marks and divots. New York State Law prohibits smoking indoors. You can check your bill and recent purchase activity at Wanakahcc.com from your phone or computer Staff Gratuity As you may have noticed on your January food and beverage bills there was not a 15% Admin Fee. Last year the board elected to eliminate that fee for all club events and member dining. This fee was replaced with an annual clubhouse fee. The more you use the club, the more you will save versus the old way. With that being said we want to remind you that hospitality is included with all services. The service staff at Wanakah are compensated at a higher rate than traditional service employees. However, if you feel that the service you received warrants additional gratuity, you have the option to add a tip in writing to your bill or give cash. Whether you leave additional gratuity or not will not impact your service and is completely optional only if you feel that you received exceptional service.
March Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 26 27 April 28 29 30 Club Reopens for Dinner only 31 Welcome Back Party 1 Special Meeting Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Final 4 2 Prime Rib Night 3 4 5 6 No Corkage 7 Fish Fry 8 Easter Egg Hunt with the Easter Bunny Noon 3pm Regular Dinner Service 9 Prime Rib Night Masters Sunday & Draw 10 11 12 13 Ladies Painting Night 6:30pm No Corkage 14 Good Friday Open for dinner only 15 16 Easter Sunday Brunch Buffet 10:30am - 3:00pm (NO DINNERS) 17 18 19 20 No Corkage 21 Kid s Bingo Night Fish Fry 22 23 Prime Rib Night 24 25 26 General Membership Meeting 7pm 27 No Corkage 28 Fish Fry 29 Italian Night No Regular Dinner Service 30 Prime Rib Night Upcoming Events for May Thursday 4th - Ladies Welcome Back Dinner Saturday 6th - Kentucky Derby Beer & Bourbon Dinner Wednesday 10th - Women s Opening Day Friday 12th - Kids Night Thursday Nights in April No Wine Corkage Fee! Do you have that bottle of wine you ve been saving for a special occasion? Bring it in and out staff will serve it without any corkage fee as Chef Jeff and our culinary staff prepare dinner to enjoy with it. Sunday 14th - Mother s Day Brunch and Mother s Day Dinner Specials Friday 19th - Men s Opening Day Friday 26th & Saturday 27th The Q Member/Member Blind Draw One Day Tournament Monday 29th - Memorial Day Blues and BBQ Saturday evening will be running $5 Imperial (20 ounce) pints on all draft beers and 50 cent wings for anyone wanting to watch the Final Four games at the Bar or in the Iroquois Room.
2017 Golf Calendar Welcome to the 2017 golf season at WCC! The golf calendar is set for competitive, business, recreational, and family golf. Always be mindful of proper dress and pace of play. Most important, have fun and enjoy your course! May Tuesdays (9,16,23) Men s Tuesday Night League Wednesday 10th - Ladies Opening Day Friday 19th Men s Opening Day Saturday 27th - The Q Memorial Weekend Golf Event Monday 29th Memorial Day (Tee Times required) Tuesday 30th Club June Tuesdays (6,20,27) Men s Tuesday Night League Friday 9th Saturday 10th - Marc Comstock Invitational Monday 5th Private Outing Tuesday 13th - WBDGA Golf Matches Monday 12th - Private Outing Thursday 15th Ladies Nine and Dine Monday 19th - Private Outing Friday 23rd - Couples Golf Monday 26th - Private Outing Tuesday 27th - Junior Golf Begins Wednesday 28th - Thursday 29th - Ladies Member-Member July Tuesday 4th Fourth of July (Tee Times required) Saturday 8th - Couple Progressive Golf Tuesdays (11 & 25) Men s Tuesday Night League Thursday 13 - Ladies Nine and Dine Friday 14th & Saturday 15th All-Wanakah Monday 17th Private Outing Wednesday 19th - Thursday 20th - Ansley Wilcox Invitational Monday 24th - Private Outing Thursday 27th - Hakanaw Golf Shop: April 1st April 30th Monday& Tuesday: Wednesday Friday: 9:00am 6:00pm Saturday & Sunday: 8:00am 6:00pm August Thursday 3rd Sunday August 6th Ganson Depew Invitational Tuesdays (8,15,22) Men s Tuesday Night League Sunday 13th - Adult/Child Tournament Monday 14th - Private Outing Wednesday 16th - Pink Tournament Monday 21st - Private Outing Thursday 24th - Ladies Nine and Dine Friday 25th - Men s Club Championship Saturday 25th & Sunday 27th - Men s/ladies/ Senior Club Championships 26th & 27th Monday 28th - Private Outing Tuesday 29th - NYSGA Mid-Am Qualifier Tuesday 29th - Two Ball Scramble Wednesday 30th - Ladies Guest Day September Saturday 2nd - Mr. & Mrs. Championship Monday 4th Labor Day (Tee Times Required) Tuesday 5th Golf Shop & Club Thursday 7th - Italian Open Monday 11th - Private Outing Tuesday 12th - Final Tuesday Night League Wednesday 13th - Private Outing Course Thursday 14th Ladies Closing Day Friday 15th Men s Closing Day Monday 18th - Private Outing Tuesday 19th Private Outing Wednesday 20th & Thursday 21st Greens Aerification Practice Range: April 1st April 30th Monday & Tuesday: Wednesday Friday: 9:00am 5:00pm Saturday & Sunday: 8:00am 5:00pm Bag Room: April 1st April 30th Monday & Tuesday: 12:00pm Dusk Wednesday Friday: 9:00am 7:00pm Saturday & Sunday: 8:00am 7:00pm Officers Michael T. Gacioch - President Kevin Malchoff - Vice President Peter M. Augustine - Treasurer Dr. Brett T. Tillou - Secretary Board of Directors Nicholas L. Buscaglia - Membership Chair Frank J. Campofelice - House & Insurance Co-Chair Terrence G. Greene - Golf/Insurance Chair Kenneth Kirst - Pool Chair David J. McNamara - Legal/Ethics/PR & Branding Chair Dr. Michael P. Rade - Grounds Co-Chair Peter S. Schlee - Grounds Chair Christopher M. Tryjankowski - House Chair Hours of Operation Monday & Tuesday Wednesday Friday Dinners only beginning at 5:00pm Saturday & Sunday 11am with lunch available Website: www.wanakahcc.com Club Contact Phone Numbers & E-mails Michael A. Karnath, General Manager/COO 627-2391 ext. 111 - mikek@wanakahcc.com Marc Rosa, Head Golf Professional 627-3472 - ext. 103 - marcr@wanakahcc.com Gale Hultquist, Golf Course Superintendent 627-3266 - galeh@wanakahcc.com Jeff Kolbas, Executive Chef 627-2391 - ext. 114 - jeffk@wanakahcc.com Kevin Hoffman, Membership & Events Director 627-2391 - ext. 104 - kevinh@wanakahcc.com Jesse Adams, Assistant Manager 627-2391 - ext. 105 - jessea@wanakahcc.com Trisha Lehr, Business Manager 627-2391 - ext. 101 - trishal@wanakahcc.com Michelle Skelly, Tennis Professional 462-3287 - Michelles@wanakahcc.com Lindsey Ardus, Pool Director 627-3202 - pool@wanakahcc.com