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umblerJanuary 2017

Richland Country Club News

New Practice Green

Happy New Year!

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Manager’s MessageI hope all of you have enjoyed a wonder-

ful Holiday Season! Once again, your Clubhas been the scene of momentous MemberFamily functions (check out the many picturesin this Rumbler edition). Entering this time ofyear provides time for reflection on 2016 aswell as hopes and wishes for 2017! On thefuture, your Club has never looked brighterand the management and staff here are eagerto provide you with the high quality standardsand service you deserve. Our events,whether sport or social, will be bigger andbetter than ever and we will have somethingfor everyone!

2016 saw a number of heralded initiativesand activities. From the golf side; Richland’swell-acclaimed Commemorative and Tee Partygolf traditions were made even better, a juniorgolf program increased in size by leaps andbounds, Tennessee’s finest caddie programwas introduced and the golf course added toits outstanding conditions with renovatedbunkers, a re-vitalized turf/tree improvementprogram and a magnificent new practiceputting green with accompanied landscapeand masonry walls. Tennis also showedgrowth and champion level play from thejuniors, NALTA and USTA local, regional andnational champs, a dynamite professionalexhibition and a fun music/band event featur-ing the world champion U.S. Bryan brothers’duo along with participating Members andNashville’s finest songwriters. The indoorfacility was improved with a new HVAC andLED lighting system. Our pool, fitness andfood and beverage operations all hadRichland record breaking Member and guestparticipation rates

2017 will see another “Richland Innovation”.We work and play - live, really - in a world oftechnology advancements that we all enjoy tosome, or the fullest, extent. Over the past 2-3years the Club has sought and embracedthese for your benefit. But it is time to takeyour service enhancements to the next leveland the Board of Directors has urged andagreed with management’s recommendationto update all facets of your Club’s systems andtechnology. Many of these upgrades willfurther enhance and integrate all aspects ofyour Club life to include; operations, and yourClub account, communications, reservations/planning/ordering of services and social me-dia. They will all be seamless in transitionand complement future facility improve-

ments. Of course, they will meet the strictestrules of confidentiality. This process will takethe better part of 6 monthsto fully integrate. Do notworry, we will always behere in person and on thephone to deliver theRichland Service youdeserve.

The most noteworthyaccomplishment for 2016was the Board recom-mended and Memberapproved $20M phasedrenovation that will com-mence in mid-2017. It ranks as not only thelargest project undertaken here at Richland butone of the most wide-reaching club projectsthroughout the Southeast and U.S. It origi-nated and evolved conceptually from you, theMembers. It engaged the finest club industryarchitects, interior designers, engineers, con-tractors, bankers and specialist advisors. Thework will be phased for maximum flexibility,efficiency of Club resources and to minimizedisruption to your Club enjoyment. It willallow the Club to provide for you the“Richland CC for the Future”. You have heardme say this several times before – ladies andgents, we have a very, very fine Clubhere that is now fully poised for higherlevels of standing and greatness. Anydecision this momentous requires diligenceand results in debate. Your Board of Directorsinsured you had a lot of both. It was meaningfuland positive. I also believe the results confirm yourClub’s future.

With that – one final thought –overwhelmingly, you have been strong sup-porters and advocates for new/prospectiveMember sponsorship and growth. Our processfor sustained Member growth does not rely on(nor does Richland’s 115 year old standing andtradition) the latest marketing gimmicks, pric-ing incentives or advertisements. It reliessimply on you! The Club is marching solidlyand forthrightly towards a full complement ofMembers. Ladies and Gents – it is onlythrough your approving and positive com-mitment that delivers more fine Membersto Richland Country Club.

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SPONSORING A CANDIDATE FOR MEMBERSHIP

The Membership of Richland Country Club is made up of a select group of individualsand families with common interests. You are more than just Members; you are friends,neighbors and business associates. Richland Members are united in a common visionand a commitment to being stewards of Richland Country Club and the rich traditionthe Club has enjoyed for 116 years and counting.

You are the heart and soul of what makes this Club one of the finest in the U.S. andbecause of this the membership process at Richland is considered of utmostimportance to sustaining the health, vitality and tradition for years to come.

To this end, it is extremely vital to the strength of the Club that potentialmembership candidates are continually identified and introduced toRichland by our current membership base.

As a member you are the best ambassador for the Club - there is no one better toconvey the value proposition of the Club to prospective members than our currentmembers! It is only natural that our members identify and engage candidates thatcan enhance and grow our culture and as we enter 2017, I would ask that you keepthis top of mind as you interact with others in the community.

Please know that I am here to help in any way and would welcome the opportunityto host you and any guests for a meal, drinks, round of golf or up close and personaltour of the Club. Simply contact me at 615-515-2330 or [email protected] I will make all the arrangements.

Thank You!

Chris Brown

Membership

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Dan and Gail LynchSponsors:

David McGahren / Iain Briggs

Dr. James McFerrinSponsors:

Frank Frazier / Walter Keith Heath and Haley HoltzSponsors:

William Krueger / Rebecca Vest

Karsten and Carman LampkaSponsors:

Seth Joyner / Patrick Shepherd

Ken and Ellie HanSponsors:

Charley Poe / Phillip PicardLarry and Alicia Rosenberg

Sponsors:David Dunn / Jono Huddleston

Welcome New Members

Robert CorySponsors:

Darrin Murphy / Tom Storms

John and Ashley Klekamp (not pictured)

Sponsors:Joe Goodman / Bret Moore

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Golf

Please come out and join us for Richland’s Annual Cross Country GolfTournament on Saturday, January 7, 2017. The format will be a 10 Hole,Two-Person Modified Alternate Shot. You can sign up using ForeTees orby calling the Golf Shop at 370-0040. Handicaps will be determined byusing 25% of the team’s total handicap.

The entry fee is $10 per player. The tournament is open to all memberswith golf privileges, family, friends, the more the merrier!

Cross Country Golf Tournament

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January 21st Men’s Pro-AM Tournament 3-5 PMThe Men’s Pro-AM tournament will consist of 8 pros playing with 8 amateurs.Cost is $50 per playerSignups will open on January 1st at richlandcc.com

Lipscomb University Men’s Team at RichlandCome out and see some great NCAA Division 1 tennis here at Richland on the following dates:

• Saturday, January 21 Lipscomb vs. Tennessee Tech

• Friday, February 10 Lipscomb vs. Belmont

Men’s & Women’s (Mixed) Clinics• Every Tuesday night 6-7:30 PM come get a great workout with Dustin, Mari,

Carien and Keith. This clinic is limited to 27 or 36 players and sign up is required.

• Every Friday morning 6:30-8 AM come get some instruction and a great workoutwith Carien or Mari. This clinic is limited to 12 players and sign up is required.

• Every Friday Noon-1 PM “Doubles With Carien” Clinic (For 3.5 Level and Up) Thisclinic is limited to 8 players and sign up is required.

• Every Saturday 7-8:30 AM come get a great workout with Carien. This clinic islimited to 12 players, and sign up is required.

• Every Sunday 10:30 AM-Noon come get a great workout with Mari. This clinic isopen to all intermediate and better players 12 years of age and up. This clinic islimited to 12 players, and sign up is required.

Sign up at richlandcc.com

Men’s Clinics“Eye Opener’s” Wednesday Clinic (For the truly committed male players!)Wednesday Mornings 6:45-8:15 AM with Dustin. This clinic is limited to 12 players and sign up is required.Sign up at richlandcc.com

Women’s ClinicsCardio TennisCome and get a great workout! All cardio clinics are drop-in with the exception of Monday 9-10:30.Sign up for Mondays at richlandcc.com .

Monday 9-10:30 AM—Sign Up Required; Tuesday 8-9 AM; Wednesday 8-9 AM; Thursday 8-9 AM;Friday 9-10:30 AM

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Junior Development

Junior Academy Session 3 January 9-March 16, 2017$150.00 for one hour class $300.00 for any 2 hour class or multiple one hour class

Ankle Biters Monday 4:00-4:45 / Wednesday 4:00-4:45Ages 4-5!!! Players are learning the basics of tennis rules, proper swing, balance, coordination andcooperation. The main emphasis is on fun and respect.

Future Stars / Monday 4:00-5:00 / Wednesday 4:00-5:00Players ages 6 and up will fit well into this program. Players graduating out of Ankles Biters programeither because of age or ability. Students are developing the ability to rally with a partner from the 60foot court with proper form. Students will be developing the ability to serve from the 60 foot baselineand have the willingness to be challenged in both tactics and technique. 11 and Under

Competitive Wednesday 5:00-6:00 Transitioning into USTA tournaments and USTA league play.

Competitive Tuesday 4:00-6:00 Thursday 4:00-6:00Students that graduated out of Future Stars because of ability. Players are currently ready or playingUSTA leagues, USTA tournaments and school tennis. Players must have a good knowledge of allstrokes including serve, groundstroke, volleys, and overheads. Students must enjoy competing andplaying matches as well as being challenged in all phases of the game. Tournament travel/conditioningwill be required!

We do have a walk-in fee of $24.00 per hour if space is available.All classes must have a min. of 4 players signed up to have the class.

To register, please email Keith Harrietha at [email protected].

Richland Doubles Championships December 16-18

Congrats to Vivy Huddleston and Mimi Proctorfor winning the Girls’ 12 and under division!

Tennis

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4th Annual Winter WonderlandWine Tasting

Friday, January 27, 2017 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.What better way to start the New Yearthan with a wine tasting at Richland?

Join us for this fun wine event that will feature over 30 winesincluding:

d’ Arenberg, Peter Lehmann, Pol Roger,

Andre Lurton and Bertani.

The cost is $75 per person which includeswine, heavy hors d’oeuvres and chef attended stations!

Please make your reservationswith the front desk at 615-370-0030.

Member Events

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Friday, February 3

Cosmic Bingo Night6:00 – 9:00 p.m.

Glow with us in the dark! Join us for great prizes,fun and music as we play glow-in-the-dark bingo!

A dinner buffet is included and the cost is $22.00 for adultsand $12.50 for children 5 – 11 (ages 4 and under are free).

Everything in the ballroom will be glowing…..including you!

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Don’t miss the fun!

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Tuesday, February 14

Valentine’s Dinner

Member Events

Make plans now to celebrate with your Valentine at Richland!

Our Valentine’s Dinner will follow a new format this year.

Your special night will include a 4-course dinnerwhere you can select from a limited menu for your appetizer,

salad and entrée along with a fabulous dessert buffet.

$65 per person includes Complimentary Champagneand light hors d’oeuvres in the lobby upon arrival

Background music featuring Bizz and Everyday Peoplefrom 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.

Reservations are required and can be madein half hour increments from 5:30 p.m. - 8:00

by calling the Front Desk at 370-0030.

Please note that the special Valentines’s menu will be the only dinner option availablein the club that evening; our regular ala carte dinner menu

or the to-go menu will NOT be available on this night.

Childcare available from 5:00 – 9:00 p.m. for a fee of $18.00 per child,which includes dinner and a special craft.

Be sure to sign up for childcare with the front desk as space is limited on this night.

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Friday, December 2

Richland Country Club’s

Shopping & Champagne

December Events

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Shopping & ChampagneDecember Events

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Christmas 2016December Events

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Christmas 2016December Events

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Renovation UpdateThe Club’s Long Range Planning Committee met on December 14thto discuss final changes to the master plan. An update with final

renderings should be available for members in late January

RCC News

Sunday, February 5

Please note that due to the Super Bowl,Pasta Buffet will NOT be served on this night.

A limited ala carte dinner menu will be available in the dining rooms.

Follow the Club on Twitterfor updates, news and more @CcRichland

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Following is a list of Club functions scheduled for 2017. Please make your reservations on the OPENING DATE FORRESERVATIONS to assure your place. These events fill up very quickly. Please note those events that limit thenumber of guests.Ladies Days - each member is limited to one guest until a week before the event. Additional guests may be added atthat time (space permitting). We do not have a wait list for additional guests.Children’s Events - (Easter Egg Hunt, Halloween, and Christmas party) are limited to children, parents, grandparentsand grandchildren. NO GUESTS PLEASE!New Year’s Eve - each member is limited to one guest couple (2 people) until a week before the event. Additional guestsmay be added at that time (space permitting). We do not have a wait list for additional guests.

Cancellation / No Show Charge -We have a 72-hour cancellation policy for all Club events that require advancereservations with the front desk. The member account will be billed in full for the number of reservations on the book72-hours in advance of the event.This policy applies to all Club events where reservations are made in advance with the front desk.

OPENING & CANCELLATION DATES FOR MEMBER EVENTS – 2017

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DATE OF EVENT EVENT OPENING DATE CANCEL DATE February 14 Valentine Dinner OPEN NOW February 10 April 15 Children’s Easter Egg Hunt February 15 April 12 April 16 Easter Brunch February 16 April 13 April 28 Administrative Professionals Day February 28 April 25 May 14 Mother’s Day Brunch March 14 May 11 July 4 Fourth of July Celebration May 5 July 1 October 28 Children’s Halloween Party August 29 October 25November 23 Thanksgiving September 23 November 20 December 1 Ladies Day Shopping & Champagne October 1 November 28 December 2 Children’s Gingerbread House Decorating #1 October 3 November 29December 9 Children’s Christmas Party October 10 December 6December 10 Children’s Gingerbread House Decorating #2 October 10 December 7December 17 Christmas Brunch October 17 December 14December 31 New Year’s Eve October 31 December 28

Club DirectoryManagement and Staff

Club Phone NumbersClubhouse Main Line 370.0030Fax 371.8452Golf Shop 370.0040Tennis Center 370.0050Golf Course Maintenance 370.0060Pool 515.2315

Geary Leathers General Manager/[email protected]

John Spelman Golf [email protected]

Scott Freund Golf Course [email protected]

Dustin Overbeek Tennis [email protected]

Kathy Stewart [email protected]

Chris Brown Membership Services [email protected]

Dean Pugel Executive [email protected]

Beth Anderson Director of Catering & [email protected]

Nathaniel Brown Clubhouse ManagerFood & Beverage [email protected]

Jenny Huff Dining Room [email protected]

John Harasimik Banquet [email protected]

Justin Kitchen Fitness / Personal [email protected]

Billy Hancock Maitre D’David Massey Locker RoomAli Zare House Maintenance

2017Board of Directors

Jim KayPresident

Joe WelbornVice President

David McGahrenSecretary

Phillip PicardoTreasurer

Nick AkinsIain Briggs

Jim LittlejohnCharley Poe

Shay WilliamsChristy DiNapoli

Past President Ex-Officio

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Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

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CLUB CLOSED

Steak Night

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Childcare9 - 2 p.m.

Childcare9 - 2 p.m.

Steak Night

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Pasta Night5 - 8:30 p.m.

WCT9 -10:30 a.m.

WCT9 -10:30 a.m.

WCT9 -10:30 a.m.

WCT9 -10:30 a.m.

WCT8 - 9 a.m.

WCT8 - 9 a.m.

M & W Tennis

M & W Tennis

M & W Tennis

WCT8 - 9 a.m.

“Eye Opener’s”Men’s Tennis

Clinic6:45 - 8:15 a.m.

WCT8 - 9 a.m.


Clinic6:45 - 8:15 a.m.

WCT8 - 9 a.m.

WCT8 - 9 a.m.

WCT8 - 9 a.m.

WCT8 - 9 a.m.

WCT9 - 10:30 a.m.

Tennis Clinic6:30 - 8 a.m.

Childcare5 - 9:30 p.m.

“Doubleswith Carien”Tennis Clinic

12 - 1 p.m.




12 - 1 p.m.




12 - 1 p.m.

SaturdayBreakfast Buffet

8 - 10:30 a.m.


8 - 10:30 a.m.


8 - 10:30 a.m.


8 - 10:30 a.m.


Clinic6:45 - 8:15 a.m.

WCT8 - 9 a.m.

WCT8 - 9 a.m.

CLUB CLOSED

Sunday Brunch11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Tennis Clinicwith Mari

10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.

M & W Tennis

Childcare9 - 2 p.m.

Childcare9 - 2 p.m.

Childcare9 - 2 p.m.

CLUB CLOSED

Childcare9 - 2 p.m.

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Steak Night

WCT8 - 9 a.m.

Childcare9 - 2 p.m.




12 - 1 p.m.

Steak Night

Childcare9 - 2 p.m.

1 2 3 4 5 6 7“Eye Opener’s”Men’s Tennis

Clinic6:45 - 8:15 a.m.

WCT8 - 9 a.m.

CLUB CLOSED




10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.




10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.




10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.

M & W Tennis

WCT8 - 9 a.m.

Childcare9 - 2 p.m.

January 2017Club Calendar

Cross CountryGolf Tournament

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