greystone golf & country club january-february 2016
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GREYSTONE
at a GLANCE
FOUNDERS Open daily through Jan. 3
DINING
Daily menu 11:00a-5:00p
Sunday Brunch 10:30a-2:00p
Thursday Pasta & Pizza Night
5:00p-9:00p
GOLF
Daily through Jan. 3
Closed Jan. 4-Feb. 11
Course 7:30a-dusk
Shop 7:00a-5:00p
LEGACY Open daily Jan.4-Feb. 11
DINING
Daily menu 11:00a-5:00p
Grab & Go Mon-Tue 4:00-7:00p
A La Carte Dinner Fri-Sat 5-9p
Breakfast Sat-Sun 7-10a
GOLF
Closed through Jan. 3
Daily Jan. 4-Feb. 11
Course 7:30a-dusk
Shop 7:00a-5:00p
Performance Center daily except Thursdays
TENNIS
Shop M-Th 8a-7p | F 8a-6p Sa 8a-5p | Su 12-5p
Courts 8a-9p
FITNESS
24/7
*Subject to change. Please refer
to the E-News for the up-to-date course & clubhouse legend.
table of contents
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KIDS MOVIE NIGHT & 14 FAMILY BINGO NIGHT
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PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE 3
FROM THE GM 4
MEMBERSHIP NEWS 5 Membership Appreciation Certificate
NEW RESTAURANT 5 Coming April 2016
WELCOME NEW MEMBERS 6
EVENTS CALENDAR 7 Upcoming social events
DINING OFFERINGS 8
GOLF COURSE OPERATIONS 9
UPCOMING SOCIAL EVENTS 10
GOLF & TENNIS 11
COMEDY NIGHT 11
FITNESS & MASSAGE 12
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appy New Year and welcome to 2016! We
have many things to be thankful for this past year
and so many new plans for our membership to look forward to in 2016. I want to thank our 2015 club leadership for their dedication, commitment and service. Thanks to Roy Sewell and the Board for their wise leadership. They have guided us to our first year of zero-based, breakeven budgeting, the selection of a new General Manager, and great success in our much needed capital improvements project. The last piece of the project is the opening of the new restaurant in the Founders Clubhouse in just a few short months. I encourage you to join us at the President's Dinner on Saturday, January 23rd at 6:30pm, Founders Clubhouse to honor and thank Roy and his team for their service. As we look forward to 2016, we are excited to welcome Dave Porter as our new General Manager. He leads a great team that shares his vision of excellence for our Club. His vision is to bring Greystone up to a Platinum Level experience. We have high expectations that he will. If you would like a glimpse of a Platinum Level experience, I encourage you to visit the new Fitness Center. This project has been a huge success with member utilization skyrocketing and it has been a key driver in attracting new members.
We are also excited to welcome the Regions Tradition back to Greystone! This is a great opportunity to give back to our community while showcasing our club to potential new members. Obtaining new members is a key component to our future success as a club. I encourage you to invite friends to the tournament or to enjoy a round of golf; our courses have never been in better shape! In closing, I want to thank all the members that have agreed to serve in leadership positions in 2016. I under-
stand the time and commitment is great and I assure you we will work together to make the most of your service. I am honored to serve our membership and I look forward to an exciting and rewarding 2016. Sincerely,
Terry Smith
President 2016
(205) 910-3917
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Dear Members,
appy New Year! 2016 will be a year to remember at Greystone.
We have so many wonderful things planned for the Club this year, which I hope you and your family will be able to enjoy.
Golf – We are making some
organizational changes with Steve focusing more on the business, service and member experience from outside the trenches. He will be interacting and visible to the members as he always has been, but his office will move upstairs in the Founders Clubhouse and he will be accessible to members as needed. Dave Kuykendall will be moving to Founders as the Head Professional and Jon Gibbons will be moving to Legacy as the Head Professional. Both Dave and Jon will be taking their teams with them to the new location. These changes were not taken lightly and I am confident from past experience that the member experience will be substantially better as each of these men will make their mark with Steve leading them from more of a visionary position. Also, Steve has a program of golf trips to unveil to you with all of the trips open to members. There will be several new social and competitive golf events for members to enjoy. On the courses, you will see improved conditions from what has already been very good. We just completed a block buster deal with Jerry Pate (Toro) and John Deere to consolidate our leases and bring in all new equipment to arrive in March.
Food & Beverage - The operations have
stabilized with improved service and food quality. Our 12 member events in December were all successful and highly attended. We have several new and fun social events for you during the winter and throughout the year. In the early part of January, Chef André will be unveiling a new lunch menu that is a result of significant member feedback.
Fitness – Unfortunately, due to lack of usage,
we needed to close the childcare facility. We will be evaluating it again in the spring to potentially bring back some offerings when the
new restaurant opens.
Todd has some creative programs for the winter from full lifestyle/body transformation and something for the intense athlete. More info on page 12.
New services – In the March/
April newsletter please look for a two page spread on all of the new services we will be offering at Greystone. This will include services such as barber, tailor, food delivery, car wash & more.
Restaurant progress – The construction of
the new restaurant is coming along on schedule and planned for opening the first week of April. Equipment is ordered for the new kitchen and the furniture selections are out for bid. Frank Paduch and his team are doing an incredible job with quality and craftsmanship.
I would like to thank our member volunteers who will be serving on the 2016 Committees. I am excited to get started working with them.
Congratulations to Jim Clayton, Janice Folmar and Barry Vines on being elected to the Board. I look forward to working with each of you, as well as the six returning Board members. My sincere thanks to Roy Sewell for his leadership throughout the year and to Jeff Clifton, Rod Fuller and Al Del Greco for their service. Being that Dr. Clifton headed the search committee for a new General Manager I happen to think he is one of the smartest people I have ever met.
I am so excited for the road ahead I feel like I am a kid headed to Disney World.
All my best wishes to you and your family for a Happy and Healthy New Year!
Regards,
David W. Porter, CCM General Manager [email protected] (205) 986-5148
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Dear Members,
New Years marks a new beginning. New people to meet, new adventures to enjoy and new memories to create. How fortunate for us that we have this special place to share our good times and see some of our cherished traditions carefully kept. One day we will all look back and realize what an incredible Club this is and feel blessed by the friendships created here.
I hope in the New Year that you will consider selecting a friend to give your Member Appreciation Certificate (mailed to you in December). After all, that’s one of the things that makes a Club a Club – when you belong to a place where your friends belong. Take a moment to think about your circle of friends or maybe one of
your neighbors. Please be reminded that the certificate expires on June 30, 2016 - so don’t wait too long; spring will be here before we know it. If I can help in any way by emailing our membership information, mailing a membership package, or meeting your friends for a tour, I hope you will let me know.
Wishing you the Happiest New Year ever,
Ashley Fuentes, CMP Membership Director [email protected] (205) 986-5146
1. Stan & Sandy Bass
2. Gwen & Mike Bell
3. Marcus & Kim Bell
4. Jerome Fiorella & Denice Mullens
5. Larry & Beth Kazinec
6. Phyllis & Dwight Russell
7. Gregg & Aimee Stohler
8. Scott & Andrea Sims
9. Rick & Charlene Zurn
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EVENTS CALENDAR
Dining & Social
FUN FRIDAY: WINTER WONDERLAND
• • • Friday, January 8th
You’ll be happy tonight walking into this winter wonderland
of complimentary hors d’oeuvres! Live music will be
performing, and we will have great drink specials.
6:00 p.m. Founders Clubhouse. Casual attire. Credit cards accepted.
GREYSTONE LADIES CLUB
All Members are invited to join the Greystone Ladies Club
(GLC). The GLC is organized for goodwill, educational and
charitable purposes. Annual dues are $40 and lunch
programs are $20. Luncheons are held at the Founders
Clubhouse September through May. Reservations are due
the Saturday at midnight prior to the Wednesday lunch.
Lunch payments can be charged to your GGCC account or
placed in the payment box in front of Founders Clubhouse.
January 13 Luncheon: Performance of Roots Music:
Blues/Folk by 2BLU. Signup: greystoneladiesclub.com
January 26, 6:30-9pm, Ravenwood Masquerade Murder
Mystery. Reservations required. Limited to the first 50
couples. Signup: www.mysignup.com/glcmurdermystery
February 10 Luncheon: Etiquette with Kathie Martin, APR.
Signup: greystoneladiesclub.com
I SELVATICI WINE DINNER
• • • Saturday, January 16th
Wines will include the new vintages of the Malvagia, Chianti, Cardisco Super Tuscan, and the Vinsanto del Chianti and will be presented by Giuseppe Sala. Chef André’s featured menu coming soon.
6:00 p.m. arrival / 6:30 p.m. dinner service. Founders Clubhouse. $75++ per person. Open to the first 48 members to signup online greystonecc.com. 48-hour cancellation policy in effect.
PRESIDENT’S DINNER
• • • Saturday, January 23rd
Come honor President Roy Sewell as we toast the end of his term as Greystone’s Commander in Chief. Reservations required for this signature event featuring a three-course prix fixe dinner.
6:30 p.m. cocktails hour / 7:00 p.m. dinner service. Founders Clubhouse.
Our breakfast menu is served from 7:00-10:00am. Menu includes oatmeal, smoothies, parfaits, pancakes, waffles,
omelets, French toast, breakfast sandwiches, and more.
7:00 a.m.—10:00 a.m. Reservations not required.
Our lunch menu is served from 11:00am until 5:00pm. Menu includes seasonal salads, signature sandwiches,
chef’s favorites, and specialty burgers.
11:00 a.m.—5:00 p.m. Reservations not required.
Chef André and his talented staff create a fabulous display of seasonal specialties. The extensive buffet consists of
signature soups & salads, a variety of local vegetables and side items, plentiful entrées, and a dessert table. Along
with all of the culinary delights offered on the buffet, you will find an omelet station and carving station.
10:30 a.m.—2:00 p.m. Reservations strongly encouraged by calling 986-5120. Adults $23++ and $11++ children ages 5-12
Chef André presents a create your own pasta station, signature assorted flatbread pizzas, salad bar and
dessert bar. We have game night (bingo or trivia) on the third Thursday of each month.
5:00 p.m.—9:00 p.m. Reservations strongly encouraged - 986-5120. $17.95++ adults and $9.95++ children ages 5-12
Our Americana menu is served on Friday and Saturday at the Legacy Clubhouse. Menu features starters, salads, soups, spa & vegetarian plates, fresh catch of the day, main plates including signature steaks & more, succulent sides, desserts, featured cocktails, wines & brews. Kids menu available.
5:00 p.m.—9:00 p.m. Reservations strongly encouraged by calling 986-5120.
On Mondays and Tuesdays, our culinary team prepares take-out meals for your family. Choose from three entrées served with two sides, mixed greens salad, and dinner bread. Add dessert if you’d like.
Dining offerings
January 1- 3—Founders open / Legacy closed
January 4 through February 11—Legacy open / Founders closed
Reservations (205) 986-5120
would like to take this opportunity to wish everyone a Happy New Year! My staff and I are
excited about all that lies ahead this year.
In March of 2016, we are slated to receive new equipment packages at both courses. The packages include the replacement of almost every piece at both facilities. In addition to replacing the old stuff with the latest and greatest technology, we will also be adding several new pieces. This will allow us to improve efficiencies in a lot of the tasks
that we currently perform, as well as provide us the tools to do new things, such as aerify the golf courses wall to wall and topdress fairways. We are very excited about the new equipment and improved conditions that it will help us pass on to you!
The Regions Tradition tournament in May will provide us a great opportunity to showcase the Founders Course. Much work has already been done to improve the course and much more is still to be done. We will be working on improvement projects such as replacing weak areas of turf with new sod, limbing up trees, and installing more subsurface drainage, among other projects over the coming months to get the course ready for the tournament. This is an exciting time for Greystone!
I look forward to seeing you on the course this year!
Jason Miller Director of Golf Course Operations [email protected] (205) 980-5215 Founders (205) 980-8690 Legacy
90 DAYS TO PEAK PERFORMANCE
Improve your game over the winter
months in the Greystone
Performance Center. This 90-day
program is built around your
schedule; book your preferred
times for coaching & workout
sessions. Each player will work to
better his/her game as well as
increase mobility, strength, stability
& flexibility. Each player will undergo
an evaluation to determine
individual areas for improvement.
Coaching & Workout Sessions:
Book your sessions based on your
schedule. You have 2 coaching
sessions per week, 2 workout
sessions per week and 1 playing
lesson per month.
Evaluation: Physical Screen,
Video Swings, Trackman Numbers
& Motion Capture 3D
Tee Gift Included
$1,500 for total program
($500 per month)
Mason Dennis (256) 505-9693
Brian Speakman (205) 383-8843
Tournament dates: May 18-22, 2016
Interested in purchasing
hospitality for the 2016 Regions Tradition?
Contact Liz Leckemby
with the Bruno Event Team to discuss chalet & skybox
opportunities. Liz can be reached at
(205) 262-2828.
DAVE SANSOM PHOTOGRAPHY
PRINTS
Dave Sansom, specializing in golf course photography, shot the
Legacy & Founders Course in May and returned in November to capture the autumn colors. The prints are now
available in the Founders Golf Shop. Come by Founders or Legacy Golf Shop
to select your favorite photo.
EVENTS CALENDAR continued
•• • Friday, January 29th
Adults, beat the winter blues with some great food and big laughs! Two acts will be performing, but first enjoy a great 3-course dinner from Chef André Halston! Drink specials will be available all night. Dinner begins at 6:30pm, with the first act beginning after dessert is served.
6:30 p.m. Founders Clubhouse. Country Club Casual Attire. Reservations required. Signup online greystonecc.com. 48-hour cancellation policy in effect. $39++ per person
FUN FRIDAY: MARDI GRAS
• • • Friday, February 5th
Laissez les bon temps rouler! ‘Tis the season for Mardi Gras, so we’ll be jazzin’ up Greystone with N’awlins style hors d’oeurves and drink specials! Live entertainment will be provided.
6:00 p.m. Founders Clubhouse. Casual attire. Credit cards accepted.
VALENTINE’S WEEKEND
• • • Friday, February 12th - Sunday, February 14th
The time is here for you and your significant other to get cozy and enjoy a great prix fixe menu from Chef André. Friday & Saturday dinner service at Legacy and Sunday dinner at Founders. The evening will feature a specially selected wine menu and we’ll have surprises in store for every couple in attendance.
Reservations from 5-9 p.m. Reservation required by calling 986-5120. 48-hour cancellation policy in effect. Cocktail attire. $55++ per person.
MYSTERY WINE DINNER
• • • Saturday, February 13th
Renowned winery soon to be announced.
6:00 p.m. arrival / 6:30 p.m. dinner service. Founders Clubhouse. $80++ per person. Open to the first 42 members to signup online, greystonecc.com. 48-hour cancellation policy in effect.
KIDS MOVIE NIGHT
• • • Friday, February 26th
Kids! Ditch mom and dad for the night and bring your sleeping and bean bags as we watch a classic film just for you - 101 Dalmatians (1996). This night will be just for you with a candy and popcorn station, games, and a dinner buffet. This event is for ages 10 and under and will begin at 6pm. Pajamas encouraged!
6-10 p.m. Founders Clubhouse. $15++ includes snacks and dinner. For ages 10 & under.
Friday, January 29th
6:30pm / Founders
Two-man act with Kier (photographed above) as headliner. Kier transforms
himself into such notables as Bruce Springsteen, Sting,
Tom Petty, and Bob Dylan. He is a favorite opening act
for big name musicians across the country as he can
entertain just about any audience – from family
shows to late night parties.
Three-course dinner to include Blackened Shrimp Caesar, Grilled Beef Sirloin
Medallions with Mashed Potatoes & Creamed Spinach, and Belgian
Milk Chocolate Cheesecake.
$39++ per person
Signup online or call 986-5120
EVENTS CALENDAR continued
Golf
Blackburn Golf Junior Programs
Velocity: Beginner ages 4-8. Sunday. 2-3pm. Smash: Intermediate ages 8-12. Sunday. 3-4:30pm. Junior Performance: Intermediate/Advanced ages 10+. Monday. 4-6pm. Junior Elite: Advanced ages 13+. Monday & Thursday from 4-6pm. Saturday from 1-3pm.
Ladies’ Monthly Clinics
• • • Saturday, February 6th
Join us for a morning of learning. All skill levels welcome.
10:00 a.m. $20 per person. Contact Mason to signup (256)-505-9693 [email protected]
Tennis
Frosty Doubles
• • • Every Friday in January
All ladies welcome! Format is 3 sets to 6 no-add scoring with a tiebreak at 5 all.
10:00 a.m.—12:00 p.m. $40 per player for all 8 weeks which covers balls and prizes. Signup with Kristijan (205) 566-9401 or [email protected].
Winter USTA begins
• • • Wednesday, January 6th
Ladies, please let us know if you’re interested in joining league play this winter.
Tennis Shop: (205) 986-5154.
Junior USTA Spring Novice Tournament
• • • Saturday, February 27th
This is a Alabama Level 5 Novice Tournament. It does NOT count for Southern Rankings or Regular Alabama Ranking Only Alabama Novice Rankings. Ala Level 5 Novice tournaments are open to all players, ages 10-18 with current District Regular Standings of not in the Top 25 for 10’s & Top 50 for 12-18’s in the regular ranked list in any age division.
$33 per player. Online signup coming soon to tennislink.usta.com.
Winter Junior Programs
Beginner Orange Ball Class: Ages 8 & under. Monday & Wednesday. 4-5pm. Academy I: Middle School players. Monday, Wednesday & Thursday from 4:30-6pm. Academy II: Tournament players. Monday, Wednesday & Thursday from 4:30-6pm.
Happy 2016! It’s time to get excited! We are proud to start the New Year in your brand new state-of-the-art 4,100 square foot Fitness Center. We have 21 of the most advanced cardiovascular training machines as well as brand new strength and functional training pieces to accommodate any goal or fitness level. We also offer 16 unique group fitness classes with over 30 different class time offerings each week.
We hope you’ll participate in the two new programs we are adding to our list of services: Next Level and Warrior Training series:
Next Level Welcome to the Next Level of training and physical transformation! Have you tried programs, diets, or any other fitness fad that didn’t deliver what you wanted or the result didn’t last? Next Level was created to give you all the tools you will need to make a REAL, LASTING physique transformation. We have teamed up with registered dietitian Abby Nevins to bring you a package that combines the science of proper nutrition, training, supplementation, and lifestyle choices to give you REAL RESULTS! Next Level consists of 90 days of intense coaching, personal training, and nutritional counseling to not only guide you but to TEACH you how to make a lasting lifestyle change. If you are ready to achieve your Next Level, call us to get started!
Package Includes:
2 total Body Composition Measurements
Initial nutrition, lifestyle, and fitness evaluation
20 personal training sessions
8 nutritional counseling sessions
Educational seminars each week on health and fitness topics
Unlimited group fitness classes for 90 days
Winter Warrior • • • starts the week of January 4th
Not for the weak or fainthearted. This program is for those looking for a challenge! Warrior is based on functional training movements: Squat, hinge (bending), push, pull and rotation. This is NOT meant to be like other fitness fads across town. This program is geared to promote longevity, mobility and strength so you can conquer whatever challenge life may throw at you! Try Warrior if you want to become faster, stronger and more confident!
Winter Warrior:
Starts the week of January 4th
Only 15 spots available
1 Hour, 2 times a week, 12 weeks
$150 per person
Swedish Message Designed to relax the muscles and relieve both physical & emotional tension. 60 minutes $75 90 minutes $110
Deep Tissue Massage An intense pressure massage that will allow more concentrated focus on specific muscle areas. 60 minutes $85 90 minutes $120
Neuromuscular/Sport Specific Massage Targets the neurological system & the muscles related to it, addressing trigger points on the body that affect mood & neurological function. 60 minutes $100 90 minutes $145
CONTACT US [email protected]
(205) 986-5139
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1. Cristine Ferguson, Vickie Brewer and Marianthi Hayden
2. Loyce Bares & Beth Conwell
3. Marilyn Pauls & Melanie Nitto
4. Charlene Dunlap, Beth Conwell, Carol Myers and Laura Tomko
5. Claire McKewen & Santa
6. Callen Milam & Santa
7. Charlie Oatridge, Reed Oatridge & Santa
8. Sarah Grace McLeod & Santa
9. Charleston Ann Brand & Santa
10. Alicia Cuevas, Carolyn Haynes Ramey, Janice Folmar
11. Janie Dollar and Mechelle Wilder
12. Mary Rankin and Julie Kim
13. Ryen Valentine & Kristijan Mitrovski with the Kendrick children
14. Nicole May, Charlotte Culton, Kathy Hedrich and Debra Heinke
15. Brenda Lee, Becky McLendon & Erica Ryan
KIDS MOVIE
NIGHT Friday, February 26th
Kids! Ditch mom & dad
for the night and bring
your sleeping & bean bags
as we watch a classic film,
101 Dalmatians (1996).
This night will be just for you with a candy & popcorn
station, games, and a
dinner buffet! This event
is for ages 10 & under
and will begin at 6pm!
Pajamas are requested and encouraged!
6-10 p.m. Founders Clubhouse.
$15++ includes snacks and dinner.
For ages 10 & under.
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BINGO NIGHT on Pasta & Pizza Thursday
January 21
February 18
Family game night on the third Thursday of the month during Pasta & Pizza night. Arrive by 6pm to claim your bingo card!
Reservations encouraged.
Telephone Directory
Main/Directory 205.980.5200
Membership 205.986.5146
Event Planning 205.776.3180
Legacy Golf 205.986.5160
Founders Golf 205.986.5126
Course Maintenance 205.980.5215
Performance Center 205.986.5152
Dining 205.986.5120
Tennis 205.986.5154
Fitness 205.986.5139
Accounting 205.986.5133
Residential 205.986.5136
Management Team General Manager
David W. Porter, CCM [email protected]
Board of Directors Terry Smith, President
Russ Hale, President-Elect Roy Sewell, Chairman
Founded 1991 4100 Greystone Drive, Birmingham, Alabama 35242
greystonecc.com | (205) 980-5200
Membership Ashley Fuentes, CMP
Catering/Event Planning Lynette Roberts
Controller Chris Cochrane
ccochrane @greystonecc.com
Fitness Todd Makofski
Tennis Kristijan Mitrovski, USPTA
[email protected] Ryen Valentine, USPTA
Director of Golf Steve Smith, PGA
Golf Course Operations Jason Miller
Golf Instruction & Fitting Mark Blackburn
Food & Beverage Andrew Nevins
Executive Chef André Halston
Jim Clayton
Janice Folmar
Scott Peters
Matt Scalici
Ron Stanfa
Barry Vines