Seabrook Island Club News
September 21st, 2010


In This Issue
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
CALL FOR CLUB BOARD CANDIDATES
UPCOMING SOCIAL EVENTS
SHOP TALK
GOLF NEWS
TENNIS NEWS
HOURS OF OPERATION
IMPORTANT INFORMATION

PELICANS NEST CLOSED AT 2PM ON FRIDAY

The Pelican's Nest is closing at 2pm on Friday, September 24th for a private event. We will reopen at 11am on Saturday, September 25th.

SAVE THE DATE
The Newcomer's Party will be Friday, October 22nd from 5pm-7pm in the Live Oak Room at the POA Lakehouse. It is for all who have purchased property on 2009-2010 or for those who have previously been unable to attend. The party provides an opportunity to meet new friends, learn about island activities and volunteer opportunities. RSVP is Oct. 12, 2010. The committee looks forward to welcoming new residents of Seabrook. For questions, please contact co-chairs Patti DeGregorio at 768-4461 or Sue Ciancio at 768-4214.

BLOOD DRIVE
Thursday, September 23rd from 10:30am-3:30pm at the Oyster Catcher POA Center. Please come out and donate!



CALL FOR CLUB BOARD CANDIDATES

If you have an interest in serving on the Seabrook Island Club's Board of Governors or know someone you feel would be a good candidate now is the time to submit resumes for the nomination to the Board. A nominating committee has been established. It is the task of the nominating committee to interview candidates who have expressed an interest on serving on the Board. The nominating process will be completed prior to the November Club Board of Governors' meeting. Nominated candidates will stand for election as part of the Club's Annual Meeting process in February of 2011. Newly elected Board members typically serve three year terms and assume their duties immediately following the Annual Meeting.

Serving on the Club's Board is an important undertaking. In evaluating candidates, the Nominating Committee will consider each candidates' experience, capabilities, and willingness to assume additional responsibilities.

Experience and Capabilities:

Must be a member of the Club in good standing

Should have experience in working on one or more Club committees or been active in POA and/or island activities

Should have a basic understanding of financial statements or at least some budgetary experience

Should have the ability to work in a team environment and contribute to the Club's vision and goals.

Responsibilities:

Assume chair of one standing committee and vice chair of another

Attend one Board meeting a month (usually the fourth Monday) and two committee meetings a month

Base decisions on what is best for the membership as a whole and not on personal or special interest group agendas

Actively support and defend decisions of the Board (team attitude)

Maintain all declared Board confidences

Accept special assignments as requested by the Board President

If Board service appeals to you, please send an electronic copy of a resume expressing your interest and outlining your personal and professional background and relevant Seabrook Island volunteer service NLT 15 October 2010 to Chuck Fox at: marilychuck@comcast.net. Tel: 843 343 3391

UPCOMING SOCIAL EVENTS

MEMBER-GUEST COCKTAIL PARTY AT THE BEACH CLUB
Wednesday, September 29th
6:00pm
The Member-Guest Committee has decided to open up the welcome cocktail reception to all of the membership. If you are interested in attending and have not registered for the golf tournament, please RSVP to Michelle Pitney at 768-7849. Member charge bar will be available.

ALAN FLEMING CHAMPIONSHIPS COCKTAIL PARTY & AUCTION
Alan Fleming Championships Cocktail party and Auction to benefit Hospice of Charleston in the Atlantic Room Thursday, October 7th at 6.30 pm. Fabulous silent and live Auction items available - a week's stay in Taos, N. Mexico, artwork from Seabrook's finest artists and photographers, tickets for Family Circle Tennis, golf packages, gorgeous jewelry, dinners from Seabrook's finest chefs, Charleston Escape packages, and much much more ...



The Committee has again decided to open the Cocktail party and Auctions to the entire Club Membership. We'd love to have many of you there to share the evening, so sign up soon as capacity is limited!



To attend, please call the Racquet Club at 768-7543 before Saturday October 2. Cost is $35, and we won't be able to issue any refunds after Sunday October 3.


BREAKFAST WITH THE GM
Friday, October 8th
The Deveaux Room at 8:30am

Call Michelle Pitney at 768-7849 for reservations

Enjoy a complimentary continental breakfast with our General Manager Caleb Elledge.


SHOP TALK



Seabrook Shoppe



Wednesday member's special

Take and additional 10% off the member price on all Seabrook Beach Towels and Beach Bags.



Come and check out our adorable new kids tee shirts featuring playful turtles or playful dolphins. The kids will love them. We also have onesies in the same design for the real little ones.



We have just received new Seabrook magnets, photo albums, brag books and journals.



We have just received fabulous Splendor sweaters in the new fall styles. They are going to go fast.



We'll be open daily until October 10th



Golf Shop

Don't forget about the Callaway Tour Fit van that will be here on Thursday, September 23rd. This van is one of only 2 in the country and we are very fortunate to have it visit Seabrook. If you would like to have a club fitting, please call the Golf Shop for an appointment. The van will be here from 12-4 pm and the fitting will take about 45 minutes.


Ladies, some of you have asked for shirts without a logo on them. We now have 2 styles from Sope Creek in a luxurious cotton spandex blend without our logo.




On-Line Shop


Check out the new Seabrook items at Shop Seabrook On-line. Make shopping for Seabrook logo items a breeze without ever leaving home. Point, click, and your purchase will be on the way to you or to whomever you wish! Go to www.discoverseabrook.com for the link to the website.



GOLF NEWS



2010 Men's Individual Match Play Championship - Sign up by Wednesday !
Want a chance to win a club championship? Everyone entering has a chance to win this event as competitors play match play format using 100% handicap. A full field is anticipated again this year, so sign up quickly or you'll miss out. Players will be given a two week window to complete each round as we advance through the bracket. The drawing party is Wednesday, September 22nd at 5pm in Bohicket's Lounge.



Glow Ball Nite Golf Tourney Friday, September 24th

Although the field is full, we are working on an alternate list, so if you're interested, please call the golf shop. There are often last minute changes and cancellations. It's going to be a blast!



Men's Member-Guest Invitational September 30 - October 2

Our premier men's event of the year will be played on both courses. Regular play will be available after 2pm on Thursday and Friday and after 11:30 am on Saturday.



MGA Three Island Classic - Tuesday October 5th on Crooked Oaks

The second leg of our annual interclub match with Wild Dunes and Kiawah Governor's Club will be held on Crooked Oaks. Qualifying has begun and will be held Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays during MGA play as well as open play on that golf course. Last day to qualify will be Tuesday, September 28th.



SILGA Island Cup at Kiawah Island Club's Cassique Course Thursday, October 14

This annual ladies interclub event will be held at Cassique this year. Play will begin with a 9 am shotgun start, lunch will be served following play and sign ups are currently being taken in the golf shop.



MGA President's Cup Friday, October 15 & Saturday, October 16

Our club's only 4 man team event, the President's Cup kicks off with a cocktail party for players and spouses on Thursday evening. Players compete over two days using two formats, Captain's Choice Scramble on Friday and Two-Low Net Balls of the Foursome on Saturday. Lunch and awards will be held following play on Saturday. Pick your partners and call the golf shop at 768-2529 to enter this exciting event.



Adult Clinics

Every Tuesday from 9:30 - 10:30 the professional staff conducts a short game clinic on pitching, chipping, putting, and bunker play. One week, we focus on chipping and putting. The next week, we focus on pitching and bunker. So, if you are beginner or just need a tune-up on the short game, call the Golf Shop, 768-2529, to sign up. The cost is $15.



On Thursdays from 9:30- 10:30 and Saturdays from 12 - 1, the professional staff conducts a 1 hour clinic devoted to the full swing. This is a great way for you and your guests to get quality instruction prior to playing or just to hone your skills. Whatever your playing level, the full swing clinic can aid your swing development. The cost is $15.00.

TENNIS NEWS





2010 Alan Fleming Senior Open Clay Court State Championship

October 6th-10th

Online registration is now open!!

Members may access the tournament homepage in the tennis section of the club website under the "Alan Fleming" tab. For those of you who use the USTA general searchable schedule the Tournament ID number is # 704137610.

***ALL MEMBERS PLEASE SEND IN YOUR DONATIONS TO THE HOSPICE FOUNDATION WHICH IS THE ALAN FLEMING FUNDRAISER FOR THIS YEAR***

League Tennis

Interclub League Tennis is getting underway for the Fall and our courts will be filled with fun, exciting and competitive matches most mornings of the week!! Look for schedules to be posted in the Racquet Club pro shop. Most play takes place in the morning, typically a 9:30am start time, and members are encouraged to come out and watch their friends compete against players of similar ability from across the Charleston area. All team captains are asked to please turn in a copy of their schedules to the pro shop at their earliest convenience and to please submit their their rosters to Mike Kiser, Head Tennis Professional, prior to the start of the season. Any additions or changes to the roster during the season also should be submitted in advance.



Fall Programs


The Fall Tennis schedule has begun and runs through Friday, November 26th. A weekly schedule of clinics and round robins is available in the tennis section of the website, or you may contact the pro shop directly for more information or to sign up for a program. In addition to our weekly fall schedule we invite you to take advantage of our new "Fall Season Instructional Package Discounts". Frequent play coupled with professional instruction is the most effective way to improve your game quickly and the fall is a great time to be on the courts! We invite you to take advantage of these seasonal offers to help take your tennis game to the next level. The offerings include "Private Lesson" Package Series Discounts, "Custom Group" Lesson packages, and "Customized Tennis Camps". For more information or to start a series please contact the pro shop directly at 843 768-7543.


Private Lesson Package Series Discounts

Purchase a series of 5 private lessons with the pro of your choice and the sixth lesson is free!! A package of regular lesson times can be a great way to take your game to the next level in a short period of time. Lesson series must be completed within a two month time frame.



Custom Group Lesson Package discounts

Members may select the time and participants of their choice for these clinics.

This package consists of a four week program of one hour group clinics.

Three person clinic for four weeks $60*

Four or more person clinic for four weeks $54*

*Price reflects a 25% discount, all times are booked based on pro availability



Customized Camps

Offer good through March 1st, 2011

This program is designed for team captains and group organizers.

Any group with a minimum of 8 players participating in 4 or more hours of camp instruction qualifies the captain/organizer for a free camp! For non resident members looking to bring a qualifying tennis group to Seabrook Island, your camp instruction will be free!



TNT (Tennis in No Time)

This program is specifically designed for players who have never played tennis or have not played in a number of years. It emphasizes the basics of doubles play combining both skills and strategy. The program consists of four one hour sessions that will teach social doubles play in two weeks! The next session begins Tuesday, October 12th and runs through October 21st. Classes take place on Tuesday and Thursday from 11:00am-12:00pm. Advanced registration and a minimum number of students are required. For more information or to reserve a spot you may contact the pro shop at 768-7543.


Ladies Quads Continue into the Fall!

NEW TIME!! Every Thursday at 8:30am

Pre sign is required and space may be limited

This program is currently open to women of all levels and is designed to provide competitive outlet for play on an ongoing/regular basis. All league teams are encouraged to participate in this program and use it as your weekly team practice for the summer months. Players may register in advance in the pro shop. Sign ups after each Tuesday (48 hours prior to the date) will be accepted on a space available basis. If it is your first time playing in the quadrant the pro's will place you in what they feel is the appropriate position utilizing NTRP and prior experience as guidelines.


HOURS OF OPERATION

RECREATION

Beach Club Pools

Open Daily 7am - 6pm September 7th - October 17th



Towel Services

Open Tuesday-Sunday 10am - 5pm September 7th - October 17th



Beach Club Arcade

Tuesday-Sunday 10am - 5pm September 7th - October 17th


FOOD & BEVERAGE



Pelican's Nest

Hostess Stand - 768.1244

ToGo Food - 768-7785
Friday, Saturday & Sunday only 11am - 9pm September 7th - October 17th


Island House

Hostess Stand - 768.2571



Bohicket's Lounge

Tuesday - Saturday 11am-9pm starting September 7th


Palmetto Room
Tuesday, Friday & Saturday 5:30pm - 9pm

Sunday Brunch

Palmetto Room & Bohicket's Lounge 10am - 2pm



Locker Room Services

Open Daily 8:00 am - 5:00 pm



Blue Heron Cafe

768.7520

Tuesday - Saturday 8am - 2pm starting September 7th



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