Thistle Mar2018

TTHE HISTLEClub Life Thistle Hall Fitness MARCH 2018 Page 4 Page 5 Golf News Pages 6 & 7

2 The Thistle March 2018 CLUB PRESIDENT JOHN WARDMarch is a busy month for your CCR management team and Board of Stewards as we work to close out this fiscal year and make sure we have our plans in place for the next.Our Golf, Green and Activities Committees are busy finalizing the calendar for the upcoming year. I am also pleased to reportthe Membership Committee has a full agenda; we have several new members working through the final stages of themembership process. The House Committee is already working on the details of events taking place now and all the way into theend of 2018. The revival of Mixed Greens this fall should be an event to remember!Of course, the Long Range Planning Committee is also busy beginning to process the input members have provided in the longrange planning survey. So far, we have had a great response and we will keep the survey open through the first week of March.If you have not done so already, please make sure to get your survey in!With all of this activity, it seems like the right time to emphasize the importance of member involvement within our variouscommittees. I believe our strong committee structure helps provide our Club with an important competitive advantage. Havingmembers actively involved in Club Governance is the way we ensure the Club continues to deliver an excellent memberexperience. A survey is a great way to provide opinions on what you would like to see, while getting involved in a committeeis a great way to help make it happen.Shortly after the annual meeting in May, new committee chairs will be named and committees reformed. If you have an interestin becoming involved, please let any member of the Board of Stewards know and we will include you in that process.Only a month or so until the pins are in! ~ JohnGENERAL MANAGER SIMPLY ONE OF THE BESTMICHAEL SMITH, CCM, CCE We are proud that The Country Club of Rochester has once again beenThe month of March brings about This fiscal year is projected to finish on recognized as a Distinguished Club the “changing of the guard” here budget. Positive growth is taking place by Boardroom Magazine.at the Club, the beginning of our 2018 in our dining and banquet facilities. Inseason as well as the end of our fiscal January alone, we saw an increase in To be a Distinguished Club is to beyear. We saw several accomplishments Club dining by 20% from the previous one of only a few, highly selectand milestones in 2017 and we are year. Our member/guest experience has private clubs that are recognized asproud of the direction the Club is increased over the last year, thanks in providing a Member Experience at aheaded! part to our management team and their level attained by only the finest hard work in raising our service clubs in the world.For the second consecutive year, we standards. We’re excited that our entirehave seen a net positive variance on our team is embracing our new service To uphold this honor means soClub membership, meaning the number culture and we are already seeing much to us. This prestigiousof members joining the Club has changes in our level of service. designation signifies that our team’sexceeded the number of members efforts in striving to provide ourleaving. We attribute this momentum to Our member/spouse long range members and guests the highestour Thistle Hall addition and we are planning survey wraps up this month level of service are truly making aseeing an influx of prospective and we will be compiling data to share difference.members interested in joining or in in the coming weeks. Thank you toprocess of joining the Club. This spring everyone who took the time to We hope youlooks vastly different than in previous participate in the survey and we look will join in ouryears with the amount of activity forward to reviewing the data from this enthusiasm ascoming through. CCR community effort. we continue to strive to provide world class member experiences every day! Looking forward to a great year ahead! ~ Mike

FROM MEMBER SERVICES 3PATTY ZAMBITO, DIRECTOR OF MEMBER SERVICES In [email protected] 585-381-1800 x228 The Board of Stewards and Staff of CCR extend our most heartfelt sorrow and condolences to the family and friends of Mr. Warren Bishop Welcome New Members Mr. Michael Anthony Mr. Patrick Massie Mr. Christopher Roland Legacy Golf Member Legacy Golf Member Legacy Golf Member March 1, 2018 March 1, 2018 March 1, 2018Sponsored by Mr. Mark Anthony Sponsored by Mr. Robert Frame Sponsored by Mr. Paul Roland Michael Anthony Patrick and Brenda Massie Christopher and Sara Roland Mike grew up Brighton and Patrick and Brenda live in Rochester The Rolands were married last June attended the University of New and have a 6 month old daughter, and are enjoying living downtown in Hampshire. After graduating, he Zepure. Patrick is the grandson of the Neighborhood of the Arts with spent 8 years working for the U.S. long-time CCR member Bob Sykes. their new puppy, Oliver. Chris is V.P. Forest Service fighting forest fires of Finance for Edgemere Development,through the western United States. He works for Mitchell Pierson a real estate development consulting Mike moved back to Brighton in Realtors. Brenda works for firm in Rochester. Sara is a CPA and the 2015 to be a part of his family’s the City of Rochester's Office of Manager of SEC Reporting for Paychex.business. He looks forward to joining Innovation and Strategic Initiatives. our wonderful CCR community. In their free time, they enjoy the company of their family and friends.It’s Shower Season at the ClubOrganizing a bridal or baby shower? Let us take the stress out of your partyplanning! Our Event Planner Jen Houck, will work with you to make yourevent extra special! From room and table décor to a food and beverage menutailored especially for you, she has all the fine details covered!Prime spring and summer dates are available, but don’t wait too long to book!CCR’s Signature Mimosa Bar is very popular for showers Jen Houck Event Planner [email protected] 381-1800 ext. 224

48 The Thistle SeMptaermchbe2r0210817CLUB LIFE Easter BrunchAMY BEARDSLEY-COMERER, CLUBHOUSE MANAGER Sunday, April 1st ~ 11 am - 2 [email protected] 585-381-1800 ext. 246 Reservations Required ccrochester.org or call 381-1800 Cancellation Policy in effect

5 THISTLE HALL FITNESS FITNESS SCHEDULE ANNE OSOVSKI, ATHLETIC DIRECTOR MON 6 am Adv. Group Training [email protected] 585-381-1800 ext.278 8 am Yoga Stretch 9 am Barre Don’t miss our 10 am Power Vinyasa JUNIOR SPORTS Noon Spin 3 pm 55+ Senior Spin KICK-OFF PARTY 5:30 pm Group Training Sunday, April 15th TUE 6 am Yoga Stretch Noon - 2 pm 7 am Spin & Sculpt 8 am Intro. Group Training Children and grandchildren (ages 5-18) 8 am Pilates are welcome to come and learn about the 9 am Tabataexciting clinics, camps, team events and fun Noon MyZone Group Training we have planned for this season at CCR! WED 6 am Adv. Group Training Please join us for lunch, games, 7 am Tabata prizes and sports programs and 8 am Yoga Stretch clinics and camp registration. 9 am Body Sculpt Noon Express Circuit ONLINE REGISTRATION IS OPEN 3 pm 55+ Senior Spin 4:30 pm Tabata THU 6 am Spin 8 am Pilates 9 am Spin Noon Tabata 6 pm Tai Chi FRI 6 am Spin & Sculpt 8 am Barre 9 am Body Sculpt Noon Spin SAT 8 am Spin 9 am Gentle Yoga 9 am Group Training SUN 10 am Power VinyasaANNUAL FOUNDERS CUP PADDLE MATCHCCR hosted the Annual Founders Cup Paddle match vs GVC on Saturday February 2.There were five doubles teams from each club. CCR won the match 4-1 with somevery spirited play. After the matches, the teams stayed and enjoyed cocktails anddinner in the paddle hut. 2018 CCR TEAMS: Ian Smith & Ben Dobrzynski, 2017 CCR Champs Chad Carta & Denis Jeffries, 2018 MVP Team, winning 6-1, 6-1 Brad Calkins & Andy Crossed2018 FOUNDERS CUP CHAMPIONS Brad Cronister & Scott Brugler GVC Captain, Angelo Ponticello The Country Club of Rochester Frank Kaduc & Dan Coughlin presenting CCR Captain, Frank Kaduc with Founders Cup

6 The Thistle March 2018FROM THE PRO SHOP REMINDER Twilight League forms due 3/23MICHAEL C. URZETTA, PGA HEAD GOLF PROFESSIONAL Hole-in-one Insurance forms due 3/[email protected] 585-385-1600 Forms were mailed to homes at end of February and are also available online on the golf pageTITLEIST PROV1 LOYALTY REWARDED PROMOTION IS BACK! 2018 TOURNAMENT DATESFor those of you who play with Pro V1 or Pro V1x golf balls, or know May 18 Annual Meeting Tournamentsomeone who does, you don't want to miss opportunity! June 7-9 June InvitationTitleist is offering the following promotion 3/22 - 4/22: Buy 3 dozen Pro V1 or ProV1X golf balls at the minimum advertised July 28-29 Junior Club Championship price of $47.99 and receive a 4th dozen and personalization August 2-4 Member-Guest Tournament absolutely FREE! This nets the cost down to $36 per dozen which is a fantastic deal. August 10-12 Men’s Senior Club Championship Balls must be personalized with imprint only (ie. business names, August 21-22 Women’s Club Championship personal names, nicknames, initials). Logos do not qualify. August 23-26 Men’s Club Championship Dozens may be ordered in low numbers (1- 4's), high numbers (5-8's) or for an additional charge of $1 per dozen, you may get all of the Sept 14-15 Member-Member Tournament same number (1-9) or double play numbers (00-99). Lead time for delivery is 4-5 weeks and all orders must be submitted by April 22nd. If you are interested in this offer, please e-mail: Golfing in February, a sure sign of [email protected] or [email protected] INSTRUCTIONJeff St. John, [email protected] 585-381-1800 ext. 261 CCR Junior Golf Academy 2018 Schedule April 15 Junior Sports Kick-Off Party April 23 Spring Clinics Begin May 20 Family Golf Night June 21 Character Cup Cook Out June 26 - 28 Elite Camp July 2 Junior Interclub at ICC Junior Golfer, Emma Paul July 10 Junior Interclub at Oak Hillscored a hole-in-one during a lesson in the simulator! July 10 - 12 Advanced Camp Way to go, Emma! July 24 - 26 Intermediate Camp July 28 & 29 Junior Club Championship August 6 Junior Interclub at CCR TBD Junior Interclub at Monroe

7 WOMEN’S GOLF ASSOCIATIONLately there have been a few signs of spring, making me think more about golf this season! Our WGAcalendar is in the process of being finalized. This season we will keep many of the traditional formats,but will also be trying a few new ideas. Our 18-hole and 9-hole golfers will host separate Charity Daysso that we can accommodate full golf course availability.Please note the following Guest Day opportunities: Tuesday, June 12 18-hole Guest Day 1 pm shotgun; dinner to follow Wednesday, July 11 * 9-hole Guest Day 9:30 shotgun; lunch to follow Wednesday, August 8 18-hole Charity Day Wednesday August 15 9-hole Charity Day *Correct date for 9-hole Guest Day is 7/119 & Dine starts Tuesday, June 5 and will run almost weekly until August 28. As always, our 9 & Dineorganizers will communicate the weekly themes.To sign up for 2018 WGA, please use the form below or the formthat was recently mailed along with the hole-in-one insuranceform. Be sure to return your form to CCR by April 13th.I am looking forward to seeing you on the CCR golf course. ~ Peggy Boucher, WGA Chair Please return to the CCR Accounting Office by Friday, April 13THE COUNTRY CLUB OF ROCHESTER’S 2018 WOMEN’S GOLF ASSOCIATION $50.00 ANNUAL FEE (Check all that apply to receive e-mail notifications)____ 18-Hole Golfers – Wednesday ____ 9-Hole Golfers – Wednesday ____ Tuesday “Niners & Diners“____ Yes, I will play in the 9-Hole Scramble on Wednesday, May 2nd at 9:30 am.____ Yes, I will attend the Luncheon following play on Wednesday, May 2nd .Name _______________________________________ Phone # ______________________________________E-mail ________________________________________________________________________________________

MARCH 2018 Coming UpSUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY March 7-28 Adult Golf If you are interested in joining 1 2 3 Mah Jongg, e-mail Joanne Smith: Mah Jongg Winter Ed Date Night 9 PM dining 10 Etiquette Class Joannedsmith18 @gmail.com Half-price in Thistle Grill 17 St. Patty’s Specials bottles wine or 16 10 23 HBuacppky-aH-Sohuurck456 7 free corkage Jr. Golf 31 Easter Egg Hunt Adult Golf 23 Winter Tourny Sunday Brunch Dining Closed 13 Winter Ed 8 Buck-a-Shuck Etiquette Class April Hagen Pub open Mah Jongg 1 Easter Brunch Sunday Specials Burger Night 30 PM dining 15 Jr Sports Kick-off11 at 4:30 pm in Thistle Grill Date Night In Thistle Grill 21 FDainthneerrDDaaungcehter 12 17 23 Jr. Golf Spring 14 15 Sunday Brunch Dining Closed 20 Adult Golf Mah Jongg St. Patty’s Clinics Begin Hagen Pub open Winter Ed Lunch & Dinner Sunday Specials Date Night May18 at 4:30 pm Burger Night 22 Specials in 5 Derby Day Party 19 Mah Jongg Thistle Grill 13 Mother’s Day 21 24 Sunday Brunch Dining Closed 27 Adult Golf Date Night Brunch & Dinner Sunday Specials Hagen Pub open Winter Ed 29 PM dining25 in Thistle Grill 18 Annual Meeting at 4:30 pm Burger Night Mah Jongg 31 20 Family Golf Night 26 Easter Egg 28 Date Night 26-28 Memorial DaySunday Brunch Dining Closed Adult Golf Hunt Weekend FunSunday Specials Hagen Pub open Winter Ed PM dining in Thistle Grill at 4:30 pm Burger NightTHE COUNTRY CLUB OF ROCHESTER2935 East AvenueRochester, NY 14610