Thistle August2018

TTHE HISTLE

Photo of 18th hole, taken August 2008

AUGUST 2018

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FROM THE CLUB PRESIDENT IN THIS ISSUE

Jeff Mapstone President 2

Since the founding of The Country Club of Rochester in 1895, we have been building Member Services 2
meaningful and time-honored traditions. Our goal is to preserve these traditions while
we respond to the changing needs of our members and their families. General Manager 3

I have been asked to talk about etiquette on our golf course as well as in and around the Pro Shop 4
clubhouse. With the increase in activity during the summer months, we tend to see more
variation in behavior than normal. I would remind all that CCR is the place where we all can Grounds & Greens 5
relax and enjoy the company of our fellow members. So, I ask that you please take a moment
to review the golf booklet which outlines the dress code, cell phone policy, rules of play on Women’s Golf Association 6
the course and courtesy to others. We have similar policies in the clubhouse and pool area,
and they can be viewed on the member side of our website (under the ‘My Club’ tab). Junior Golf 7

We understand that cell phones are a part of our lives and we have designated areas where Thistle Fitness 8
you may talk if you feel it is necessary. The Board feels that we have a reasonable policy on
non-verbal use of your devices while at the Club and we ask for your support of discreet use Tennis and Aquatics 9
so that we can continue this policy. We all have responsibility for our own actions and that
of our families and guests. Please take notice of our established policy reminders in the Golf, Club Life 10-12
Fitness and Clubhouse sections of this Thistle. If you have any questions, please ask a
member of our leadership team or a Board Member. The Thistle is published each
month by The Country Club
I hope you are enjoying this wonderful time of the year and stay tuned for more exciting of Rochester and mailed to
events planned this fall. members’ homes. A digital

All the best! ~ Jeff edition is also available
online at ccrochester.org.

Editor:
Pam Salmon
[email protected]

This Issue’s Photographers:
Pam Salmon, Gina Ko

FROM MEMBER SERVICES CCR is the place to be this summer!

Patty Zambito | Director of Member Services With the spectacular weather, the pool has had
[email protected] | 585-385-5354 non-stop action these last couple months and it has
been wonderful to see all our new members enjoying
the Club and pool. We look forward to a busy August
and summer’s grand finale during Labor Day Weekend!

WELCOME TO OUR NEW MEMBERS ~ AUGUST 1, 2018 If I may answer any questions regarding our fabulous
Club, please let me know. I am happy to guide anyone
Mrs. Stephanie Weaver interested in a membership through our process.
Legacy Golf Member, Sponsored by Mark Blood
CHARLIE AND KIRSTEN ERDMANN
Mr. Charlie Erdmann
Resident Golf Member, Sponsored by Don Rhoda Charlie and Kirsten Erdmann with their two sons, Ace (10) and
Ryan (9), come to us from Coral Gables, Florida.

STEPHANIE AND JON WEAVER Charlie is District Manager with Medtronic, Inc. in WNY. They
decided to move to Rochester after falling in love with the area.
Stephanie and her husband Jon
reside in Webster, NY with their Kirsten, formerly a real estate
two year old daughter Elena. They attorney in Miami, will focus her
are also getting ready for the attention on their children during
arrival of their twins in August! this transition. She looks forward
Stephanie graduated from SUNY to getting back on the tennis court.
Plattsburgh with a B.S. in Business
Marketing and is Marketing & Tennis is a sport they all enjoy,
Communications Manager for while Charlie and the boys also
DeJoy, Knauf & Blood. Jon graduated from Nazareth College enjoy golf. They played tournaments
with a B.S. in Business Administration and is the Chief at their club in Coral Gables and
Operating Officer at Catprint.com. look forward to participating in
many CCR events.

FROM THE GENERAL MANAGER 3

Mike Smith, CCM, CCE Our Thistle Promise is an
important part of our employee
“Make a difference today.” - Jim Kelly at the 2018 ESPY Awards branding strategy, helping us to
define our team and guide us in
Just about a year ago, our team embarked on a fantastic journey to define who we are and
what we are about. One of the values we have placed within our Thistle Promise, involves providing the level of service
Stewardship, which our team defines as being true ambassadors for the Club, both in the excellence our members expect.
workplace and in the community. We do what is in the best interest of our members, our
team and the Club. This dedication is a way for us to say, “we are responsible for playing TRADITION
an active role in our community and it is our responsibility to do our best to give back.”
Tradition is the foundation of
After spending some time looking for the right organization best fitting our Thistle who we are, providing a source
Promise, our team decided to work with Roland Williams Champion Academy, which
tackles a community and national epidemic of underage youths facing childhood poverty of identity while shaping
and unhealthy attitudes towards future success. While the Champion Academy is a the future of our Club.
year-round mentoring program, our team had the opportunity in July to see firsthand the
need for this program during a two-week summer orientation program. Members of our HOSPITALITY
team were able to spend an hour each day volunteering in a number of areas; this was a
great way for our team to represent CCR. While the path to success for these teens may be We will graciously welcome
difficult to visualize, we were able to see that these are good kids, who just need the right and entertain our members,
kind of people to help them find the way. their families and guests, with

In an on-going effort, our Club will host a group of students from the Champion Academy attention to every detail,
in September. These teens will have a chance to learn first-hand about leadership, business ensuring their enjoyment with
etiquette and the game of golf.
outstanding experiences in
August is a great time to watch championship golf right here at the Club. As you may know, all areas of the Club.
our Senior, Junior, Men and Women golfers will compete in their respective categories for
the title of Club Champion this month. The very best to all competitors and for those not INTEGRITY
playing, we encourage you to come and support our members. Please check the Club
Calendar on our website for dates and times, or call our Pro Shop for more information. Everything we do is built
on a foundation of trust. We
Finally, I would like to personally thank our seasonal staff who have made our 123rd season are always sincere, honest
a success. Many talented individuals have been working with us in each Department—from and do the right thing, both
Grounds to Golf to the Clubhouse, giving their best each day. Several team members will be personally and professionally.
leaving us to go off to college for the first time. For those traveling to new places this fall,
safe travels and we look forward to seeing you when you return! STEWARDSHIP

See you at the Club! ~ Mike We are true Ambassadors for the
Club, both in the workplace and
in the community. We do what

is in the best interest of our
members, our team and the Club.

TEAM

We are a family of talented
individuals who enthusiastically

support one another. We are
committed to maintaining safety
and cleanliness, communicating

effectively and taking pride
in everything we do.

LOYALTY

We are 100% devoted
to our team and the Club.

ENGAGED

We are present in the moment,
with our members and team,
through warm recognition,

sincere interaction and genuine
hospitality. We are committed
to giving our best every day.

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FROM THE PRO SHOP UPCOMING CLUB TOURNAMENTS:

Michael C. Urzetta | PGA Head Golf Professional Member-Guest Better Ball
[email protected] | 585-385-1600 August 2—4

It is hard to believe that August is already upon us, and the Member-Member
season has moved so quickly. August is an important month September 14—15
on the golf calendar, including our Member-Guest Tournament
and multiple Club Championships. These events do not close Greenskeeper’s Revenge Tournament
the golf course completely, so please refer to the golf calendar October 20
for available times of play.
Gay Levis Election Day Tournament
Sign-ups for Senior and Men’s Club Championships are posted November 6
in the Men’s Locker Room and sign-ups for Women’s Club
Championship will be located in the Golf Shop. 2018 CLUB CHAMPIONSHIPS

Merchandise continues to arrive in the Golf Shop, so stop in Men’s Senior Club Championship
and check out what’s new. As mentioned in previous months, Scratch & Handicap Divisions
please be aware that all golf shop credit must be used by August 10—12
October 31st.
Women’s Club Championship
Hope to see you soon! Scratch & Handicap Divisions

~ Michael August 20—22

Men’s Club Championship
Scratch & Handicap Divisions

August 23—26

OAK HILL RECIPROCAL

A reminder that CCR and Monroe members have access to one (1) tee time per day (as available) at Oak Hill this
season, in August, September and October. Times will be split equally between the East and West courses. In return,
Oak Hill members will have access to one (1) tee time per day at CCR and Monroe (as available) during the time of their
renovation, which will be August, September and October of 2019, and April and May of 2020. Please note that a greens
fee of $50 plus any applicable cart charges will be in place for players choosing to take advantage of this arrangement.
Members may also choose to bring guests, but guests will be charged at the normal guest fee rate of each course
respectively.

Please note that all arrangements must go through the CCR Golf Shop. For those members interested in playing at
Oak Hill during the period above, please see the following procedural information:

• All play requests must go through the CCR Golf Shop and can be made up to 30 days in advance of the requested

date.

• CCR golf staff will verify available date requests and make specific tee times with Oak Hill golf staff directly.
• All player names must be provided at least 48 hours in advance of the requested time.
• CCR members will have access to the East Course on odd numbered days and the West Course on even numbered

days.

• All members will be charged a fee of $50 and all guests will be charged the normal guest fee for each course.
• Any reservation that is cancelled less than 48 hours in advance, and is not re-filled by another group, will be

subject to a $50 per player cancellation fee.

• The golf staff will have full discretion over the frequency of “same member” requests.

Feel free to contact us should you have any questions - 585-385-1600 or [email protected]

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NO TIPPING POLICY REMINDER

The Country Club of Rochester, like most of the country’s top clubs, has a no tipping policy. The concept
is that a member should not feel when at their home away from home, that they need to carry cash around
to recognize someone every time they have a service rendered. Excellent service is an expectation and
members are not put in a position of competing with other members with extra gratuities. When members
are entertaining guests at our Club, they can tell them that we are a non-tipping Club, and that should
hopefully put their guest at ease right away. In summary, we ask each member to observe the no tipping
policy as they would any other policy at the Club. In return, we encourage our members to contribute to our
Club’s Holiday fund at the end of the year.

GROUNDS & GREENS

Rick Holfoth, CGCS | Golf Course Superintendent

[email protected] |585-381-1844

We are getting some much-needed rainfall as I write this. The Rochester area was deemed in moderate drought conditions in
Mid-July, running over 2 inches behind in average rainfall. We appear to be making some gains on the drought conditions the
last week of July. The irrigation system has been put to the test and has performed well during these dry conditions. The
irrigation system is used to provide a base level of moisture and supplemental hand watering is required to even out the dry
spots. The goal in watering this way is to prevent overwatering and provide a firm playing surface both in the fairways and the
greens. The golf course plays much better when we can keep the surfaces on the drier side. This often means that some areas go
“off-color” and show some level of dormancy, which is much
preferred to soggy playing conditions. The recent rains will
certainly improve the appearance of the golf course, but our goal
will always be a firm playing surface. The golf course is holding
up well so far this season and we have been able to meet the
2018 golf course maintenance consistently.

The only outstanding projects for this season are some cart path
repairs and resurfacing on the 4th, 5th and 7th holes, equipment
purchases and the construction of an additional storage building
next to the existing storage building on the 8th hole. The
additional storage building will be used to store pool and patio
furniture in the winter and provide extra equipment storage all
year. The approval process through the town of Brighton is
moving along and we hope to have all approvals in place for a
fall 2018 construction. This new storage building is phase one
(the small phase) of several overdue improvements for the golf
course maintenance facility. Phase two includes an addition to
allow for employee areas at the current facility, as well as a new
roof, windows and siding on the pool side of the facility. If not
included in phase two, the next piece is additional storage on the
north end of the building to move equipment currently stored
outside under cover, as well as add an area for the horticulturist
and associated equipment for the gardens and landscape
maintenance. These improvements are long overdue and have
been pushed down the road to a critical point. I will keep you
posted as these future improvements are scheduled. The golf
course and greens are holding up very well so far, and I look
forward to seeing you out on the golf course!

~ Rick

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WOMEN’S GOLF ASSOCIATION 9-hole Guest Day ~ Tea Par-ty
Peggy Boucher, WGA Chair July 11, 2018

July was a busy and fun month for our ladies. On July 11th, 75 women Wylie Small and guests
played in the 9-hole “Tea Par-ty” Guest Day. It was the perfect day to
share our beautiful course with friends. Sue Chambery setting up for a great shot

The following week, on July 18th, we hosted our Staff Appreciation Day Debi Jones and guests
Golf Scramble. Twenty-nine women were paired with fourteen CCR staff
members, including Golf Pros, Mike Urzetta, Brian Corbitt and Dan
Egmond, several bag room employees, General Manager, Mike Smith,
Golf Course Superintendent, Rick Holfoth, Assistant Golf Course
Superintendent, Brian Kelly and Executive Chef, Kevin Ford.

Kathryn Schuster was paired with employees, Jacob Costa and Jason
Lohwater, and the threesome won the 18-hole Scramble. Elizabeth Tyler,
Susan Gillan, Anita Dixit and Matt Mattia won the 9-hole Scramble. Jason
Lohwater also showed his might by winning three of the specialty shots
with closest to the pin on holes 7 and 14 and longest drive on 17. Marty
Hanrahan won longest drive on #2 and closest to the pin on #4, Brian
Corbitt won closest to the pin on #11 and Rick Holfoth was closest to the
pin on #16. The women enjoyed playing with the CCR staff members, as this
event offers an opportunity for our golfers and employees to get to know
each other better, while gleaning a few golf pointers!

WGA AUGUST HIGHLIGHTS

Charity Guest Days to Benefit Villa of Hope
18-hole Group: Wednesday, 8/8
9-hole Group: Wednesday, 8/15

Villa of Hope, an innovative human services
organization located right here in Rochester,
focuses on renewing hope to youth and families,
while building stronger communities.

Women’s Club Championship

Qualifying Matches Monday and Tuesday, 8/20 & 8/21

Championship Matches Wednesday, 8/22

Tuesday 9 & Dine

8/7: Wine Tasting & Elegant Summer Dining

8/14: French Bistro Night Sign up for 9 & Dine in the Pro Shop
8/21: Italian Night or with Manisha (381-1800)
8/28: Lobster Roll Clam Bake

Non-golfers are encouraged to join us Follow our Facebook Group:
for the dining portion of the evening! CCR 9 and Dine!

9-hole Guest Day Organizer, Amy Gorsline and guest Lori Reed and guest Jackie Fox and guest
Kathleen Hersam with her guest

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GOLF INSTRUCTION

Jeff St. John | PGA Director of Golf Instruction
[email protected] | 585-385-5357

Please join us in congratulating our
JUNIOR CLUB CHAMPIONS
July 28-29, 2018

Junior 9-hole Champion, Michael Pinkowski with Coach Jeff

Junior Boys Champion, Graham Gaenzle with Mike Urzetta

Junior Girls Champion, Anika Fischer and Jeff St. John Junior Putting & Brookside Champion,
Parker Shapiro and Coach Jeff

Junior Summer Camp PGA Junior League team members, Carter Previte and
Match Play Champs Andrew Murray (both in blue), represent The Country
JT Ralph (pictured left
with Caddy, Jake) and Club of Rochester in a recent match.
Sydney Holland (above).

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THISTLE HALL FITNESS GETTING TO THISTLE FITNESS
FROM THE MEN’S LOCKER ROOM
Anne Osovski | Athletic Director
[email protected] | 585-385-5360 The Board of Stewards has recently voted on a policy,
addressing the appropriate way to get to Thistle Fitness
THISTLE FITNESS FAQ’S from the Men’s Locker Room. We ask that members and
their guests using Thistle Fitness, walk outside along
Summer has been very busy here at the Club and with more the path to Thistle Hall. In inclement weather, please
activity, comes more questions regarding member and guest walk through Hagen Pub, up the front stairs near
use of our facility. We are addressing some of the most reception, to the second floor and down the guest rooms
commonly asked questions and hope you will find this hallway to the back door of Thistle Fitness. When
information useful! entering Thistle Fitness this way, we would also like to
remind you to sign yourself and/or your guests in at the
Do I have to sign in every time I visit Fitness? main fitness entrance.
Yes. We ask you to sign in yourself and your guests in the
book at the main entrance to Thistle Fitness each time you We thank you for your cooperation!
are using the facility; this is for safety and security reasons.
We would also like to remind members that they are required Fitness Class Schedule Alternative Therapies
to be present with guests in Fitness and throughout the Club. to Treating Chronic Pain
MON Adv. Group Training September 19th 6:30—8 pm
Do I pay extra for group exercise classes? 6 am Yoga Stretch
No, there is no additional fee for the majority of our classes. 8 am Barre In addition to undergoing
We charge for personal and small group training. 9 am Aquafit standard treatments, many
3 pm Group Training people with pain seek out
What are your fees for Small Group Training? 5:30 pm alternative treatments—like
We charge $15 per member for small group training and we massage, acupuncture, yoga,
ask that you email the trainer 24 hours ahead if you plan to TUE Yoga Stretch energy work or essential oils,
attend, so they can plan for the class. Each trainer’s email is 6 am Spin & Sculpt to bring further relief.
on our fitness schedule (listed alongside group day/time). 7 am Intro. Group Training Beth Flannigan, founder of
You can request your own private small group training too! 8 am Pilates Whole Person Wellness joins
Simply email me and we’ll get you started! 8 am Tabata us once again as part of our
9 am Surf & Turf Healthy Living Series.
Where can I find the fitness schedule? 10 am Spin During this workshop, you will
Printed schedules are in Thistle Fitness, near the elevators 5:30 pm learn more about healthy
and are also listed in The Thistle and on our website’s Club treatment options for pain and
Calendar. WED Adv. Group Training also meet with local providers
6 am Tabata of these treatments.
Do you offer Personal Training? What is the cost? 7 am Yoga Stretch We will also sample delicious
Yes! We have five Certified Personal Trainers, ready to 8 am Spin anti-inflammatory juices and
assist you in reaching your fitness goals! Noon Aquafit provide you with a packet of
3 pm Tabata recipe cards using healthy
Training Rates: $60/60-minute session, $35/30-minute 4:30 pm ingredients that can help in
session.12-session and 24-session packages are also available treating chronic pain.
at discounted rates! THU Spin
6 am Pilates PLEASE REGISTER ONLINE.
What if I just want to use the fitness equipment? Can I have 8 am Morning Body Burn
someone assist me in operating the machines? 9 am Surf & Turf
Yes! Please email or call me and I will set up time with you. 10 am Tabata
Noon Tai Chi
Can I use my cell phone in fitness? 6 pm
We ask that you use the designated area right outside fitness
by the sign-in sheet, where you are welcome to have a voice FRI Spin & Sculpt
conversation. Using your phone to text or play music for your 6 am Barre
earbuds is acceptable in the fitness area. 8 am Deep Water Fitness
11 am Spin
Our goal is to make everyone feel at home in Thistle Fitness! Noon
If there is ever anything you need, concerns or ideas to
improve, please don’t hesitate to contact me! ~ Anne SAT Spin
8 am Group Training
8:30 am Gentle Yoga
9 am

SUN Power Vinyasa
8 am

MYZONE BELTS: $75
Contact Anne Osovski

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AQUATICS
Dawn Smith | Aquatics Director

[email protected] | 585-381-1951

CCR SWIM TEAM

Our Club hosted a swim meet on July 24th,
with our juniors competing against teams
from area clubs, Irondequoit, Locust Hill,
Oak Hill, Monroe, Midvale and Penfield.
Twenty-one of our juniors competed in a
variety of events including freestyle, mixed
freestyle, breast stroke, back stroke and
butterfly. The energy was high at the pool
amidst some clouds and a few sprinkles,
but the event flowed smoothly.

Junior Swim Championships took place at
Midtown on July 30th; our swimmers did
well and had a great time competing. Final
Team and individual placements will be
available by August 15.

Pictured right, CCR Swim Team Members:

Everly Parrinello, 3 Elliott Cunniffe, 8 Owen Nearpass, 9
Theresa Stubbe, 9
Ella Mulshenock, 4 Tanner Natapow, 8 Chloe Cunniffe, 10 Not pictured:
Sophia Reiss, 10 Skylar O'Hara, 4
Pace Cunniffe, 5 Avery Parrinello, 8 Theresa Miller, 11 JR Donnelly, 6 Ainsley Previte, 7
Izzy Reiss, 11 Jackson O'Hara, 6 Austin Pulire, 8
Rory Nearpass, 6 Francesca Reiss, 8 Kelsey Pinkowski, 14 Kellen Mulshenock, 6 Miles Matarazzo, 9
Eva Matarazzo, 7 Michael Pinkowski, 11
Isabelle Carey, 7 Lilly Carey, 9 Carter Previte, 11

Portia Civalier, 7 Quinn Civalier, 9

Nathaniel Stubbe, 7 Anna Miller, 9

TENNIS
Laramie Gavin | Tennis Director

[email protected] | (618) 541-8637

Amazing battles could be viewed every Friday
morning and some weeknights, despite often
treacherous weather conditions with the
hottest July in recent memory. The leagues will
wrap up in August, but programming
will continue with practices, drills and cardio
tennis. The ladies teams are leading the
standings or moving up the ranks in their
respective divisions.

Let’s close the season with our best games and
keep improving all the way to September! Stay
tuned for the end of the season party update.

Join us on the courts for one of the evening CCR Interclub ladies pictured above:
drills or morning practice sessions. Esslie Hanson, Mary Hanna, Jayne Wilson, Julie Haggerty, Holly Geary, Margaret
Murphy, Kasia D’anza, Isabel Schneider, Anne Shea, Amanda Siebert, Beth Siebert,
Please contact myself or Anna with any Anna Tozin (Pro/Coach), Jackie Fox, Courtney Pulire, Meredith Wilmot, Val Bartolotta
questions or requests.

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CLUB LIFE Annual Fireworks Celebration—June 28

Amy Beardsley-Comerer|Clubhouse Manager

[email protected] | 585-385-5355

SUMMER’S GRAND FINALE: SEPTEMBER 1, 2 & 3 Caribbean Night—July 19 Country BBQ—July 26

We hope you are having a great summer! Our summer kick-off
weekend in May was fabulous—with fun activities for the families,
delicious food by Chef and record-breaking attendance all three
days! We hope to end our pool season the same way, this Labor
Day Weekend!

On Saturday, September 1st, we invite CCR fave, Dave Meyers
Steel Drum Band back for tropical-style music from 2 to 6. Also,
join us for inflatable fun for everyone—a giant waterslide and
bumper cars! Pool games as always and Chef’s all-day cookout
buffet starting at 11:30 am.

On Sunday, September 2nd, the fun continues with more pool
games, another great cookout buffet and more inflatable fun,
this time, an interactive jousting game!

Monday, September 3rd brings the big
Labor Day Bash with Jumbo Shrimp!
This crowd-pleasing duo has become
an annual CCR Labor Day tradition;
they’ll perform from 4 to 7. Chef will
be grilling out all day and the kids can
enjoy the zip line and euro bungy jump
from 2 to 6 pm.

We hope you will join us for summer’s last blast; it certainly
has been a blast this summer at CCR! ~ Amy

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Fall Fest ~ September 29th RETRO NIGHT - 80’S THROWBACK - AUGUST 23RD

Summer may come to an end, but the fun at the The 80’s called;
Club doesn’t stop there! Our 2nd annual Fall Fest they’re back for our
will take place on Saturday, September 29th.
Gather your good friends and join us for live music, final Party by the
a craft beer garden, cocktails, an amazing harvest Pool! Lively music
buffet & oyster roast. To top it off, enjoy the view from high with The Breakfast
above CCR in a hot air balloon! Registration is now open! Club Band, big hair

and big fun!

DON’T MISS IT!

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FROM THE KITCHEN Employee of the Quarter ~ June 2018
WILLIE ROBINSON
Kevin M. Ford | Certified Executive Chef
[email protected] | 585-385-5359 Kitchen Team Member

Recently, we partnered with Please join us in congratulating Willie
Beth Flannigan, holistic health Robinson, our second Employee of the
coach and founder of Whole Quarter for this year. Willie is our lead
Person Wellness, to provide dishwasher and has been with the Club
a healthy living workshop for six years. He is a hard worker who
entitled, “The Power of Eating always does anything he is asked and
Local.” Members and guests ALWAYS does so with a smile!
joined us that evening to learn Congratulations, Willie!
about the importance of eating local and how it not only
benefits your own body, but the community as well. An update on Club IQ email surveys: Club IQ is a brief
survey, randomly emailed each day to several members
Local, freshly-picked fruits and vegetables were provided and spouses; each member and spouse should receive
from Wild Hill Farm in Bloomfield and Mendon Acres and the survey about four times per year.
our culinary team prepared healthy recipes for participants
to enjoy that evening. Everyone really enjoyed the various The information Your input each time, helps us
dishes, even trying new ingredients! Many asked for recipes obtained is compared keep up on member satisfaction
from that evening; here are two of them. Enjoy! across the board with and recognize trends in service
other Distinguished levels in all parts of the Club.
Honey Anise Carrots Clubs from around the

4ea - Carrots, Cleaned and Cut world. As part of our Club’s commitment in maintaining
5T - Honey
5T - Whole Butter the Distinguished Club distinction, we are obligated to
4ea – Star Anise
3oz – Vegetable Stock participate in this survey program; so we kindly ask for
Salt and Pepper to Taste
your assistance in completing the survey whenever you
Whip the butter, salt, pepper, vegetable stock, honey together
in a mixer until light and fluffy. Add anise and butter mixture receive it.
and seal all in a vacuum bag (or Ziploc bag). Cook bag in a
simmering pot of boiling water until tender, about 1 hour. Results from the past six months of Club IQ surveys:
Shock in ice water and reserve cooking liquid for a sauce or • Our Overall Club Satisfaction averages 8.5 out of 10.
reduce as a glaze for the carrots. • Thistle Fitness and the Golf Course have been
consistently running between 8.8 and 9.
Miso Sesame Turnips • Club Food & Beverage Operations had a rating of
7.8 in May 2018. We currently have a score of 8.1
4 ea – White Turnip, Peeled, out of 10. Some days we have seen the score reach
Cleaned & Cut as high as 9.

3oz – White Miso Paste While the Distinguished Club of the World enterprise
3oz – Vegetable Stock views an overall score of 7.0 as the mark to strive for, we
1oz – Roasted Sesame Oil continue to find ways to drive our score higher through
White Pepper to taste our service and value.

Mix the miso paste, vegetable stock, and sesame oil. Season We kindly ask all our members and spouses to continue
with white pepper. Combine with turnips in a vacuum bag giving us feedback, whether it’s through the Club IQ
(or Ziploc bag) and seal. Cook the turnips for about 1 hour survey, an e-mail or a phone call.
or until tender. Reserve the liquid for salad dressing.
CLUBHOUSE ETIQUETTE REMINDER
Check out our blog—CCR Connection,
located on the member side of our website A friendly reminder that children are not to sit at any
(under ‘Latest Club News’) for more summer recipes. bar—Hagen Pub, Thistle Grill indoor, poolside bars.

These areas tend to become gathering spots for
the kids and this is in direct violation according

to the New York State Liquor Authority.
We thank you for your cooperation.

AUGUST 2018

SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY

1 23 4
Mah Jongg 9:30a
Member-Guest
Member-Guest Member-Guest Better Ball
Better Ball Better Ball
PM dining
Grill Night Front PM dining in Thistle Grill
on the Terrace closed, Thistle Grill 11
78 Men’s Sr. Club
is open Championship
Women’s
5 6 18-hole 9 10 PM dining
Chef’s Sunday Charity Day Mah Jongg 9:30a Men’s Sr. Club in Thistle Grill
Front Dining Closed 18
Egg & Omelet Bar Grill Night Championship
Sunday Thistle Grill Open on the Terrace PM dining
Lunch & Dinner 14 15 Date Night in Thistle Grill
Supper Specials 16 17 25
Women’s Mah Jongg 9:30a
12 13 9-hole Men’s Club
Men’s Sr. Club Championship
Championship Charity Day
Grill Night PM dining
Egg & Omelet Bar Front Dining Closed on the Terrace Date Night in Thistle Grill
Sunday Specials 21 22 1
Thistle Grill Open Labor Day
Lunch & Dinner Women’s Club Women’s Club
Championship Championship Weekend
19 20 23 24 Celebration
Egg & Omelet Bar Women’s Club Grill Night Mah Jongg 9:30a Men’s Club all other dining
Championship on the Terrace
Men’s Club Championship closed SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 3RD
28 29 Championship 6 PM—MIDNIGHT

Sunday Specials Front Dining Closed FINAL Party by the Pool: CCR | OAK HILL | MONROE
Grill Night 80’s Throwback
Thistle Grill Open on the Terrace 30 31 CCR becomes fabulous Las Vegas
Lunch & Dinner Mah Jongg 9:30a for one fabulous evening!

26 27 Date Night R.S.V.P. REQUIRED:
Men’s Club Champs ONLINE OR CALL 381-1800
Front Dining Closed
Egg & Omelet Bar
Sunday Specials Thistle Grill Open
Lunch & Dinner

THE COUNTRY CLUB OF ROCHESTER
2935 East Avenue
Rochester, NY 14610