venetian golf & river club october 2012 amenities newsletter

October 2012

Venetian Hoedown Dinner DanceSaturday, October 6Venetian River Club$19.00++ Per Person

Wear your jeans and country duds! A great time to mingle with friends and enjoy fabulous food and great music! Please call (941) 412-9550 to make reservations.

Oktoberfest BuffetWednesday, October 24Venetian River Club$19.00++ Per Person

A hearty buffet menu of pumpkin soup, salted pretzels, German potato salad, shaved carrot and raisin slaw, pickled Brussels sprout salad, German pot roast, pork wiener schnitzel, roasted chicken, veggie-stuffed cabbage rolls, buttered spaetzle and plated desserts! Reservations may be made on Venetian River Club’s Resident website or call (941) 412-9550.

5th Anniversary Member Appreciation Cocktail PartySaturday, November 3Venetian Golf Club – Golf Members Only7:00-11:00pm

Join your fellow Members in celebrating five years of our beautiful Clubhouse. Cocktails, food action stations, entertainment, dancing and more! This event is sponsored by WCI and is complimentary to all Venetian Golf Members.Reservations may be made by calling the Club at (941) 441-2228.

In ThIs Issue

Venetian River Club is excited to announce the addition of several new group exercise classes starting in October! Make sure to check out the new October Group Exercise Schedule on page 3.

Save the date for the Big Brothers Big Sisters Annual Charity event on November 10! More specific event on this “Summer of Love” themed event can be found on page 5.

Ladies Golf Clinics are back by popular demand! Check out page 4 for days and times!

Golf Members shouldn’t miss Venetian Golf Club’s Fall Wine Preview Dinner on Saturday, October 20. This four-course dinner is a great opportunity to preview the Fall wine list! See page 8 for more information and make reservations today!

Event Highlights

Josh Grant

In preparation for the fall and upcoming season, Venetian River Club completed

several projects during our seasonal maintenance closing to improve the quality

of the building and amenities, including:

• painting of the entire exterior of the River Club and Tiki Bar

• interior painting of dining rooms and hallways

• touch-up of dining room chairs and dining room carpets cleaned

• Club Staff cleaned and organized rooms, window treatments,

light fixtures, etc.

• aerobics studio and locker room floors were cleaned and polished

• carpeted area in the Men’s and Women’s locker rooms were replaced

with a slip resistant, hardwood composite floor

• tennis courts were maintained, and benches and posts were cleaned

and painted

• the pool deck and surrounding Club pavers were power washed

We appreciate all the positive comments we’ve received on the these and

other projects!

River Club management and the Venetian Community Development District

Board have been working together on revisions to Club rules and regulations to

ensure they fit the needs of our new owners, the Residents of the community.

All VCDD meeting dates and agenda items can be found by visiting the VCDD

website at www.vcdd.org.

A new fitness schedule is available on the Resident website or can be picked

up in the Tennis Shop. We are pleased to introduce additional fitness classes

in an effort to increase availability on our most popular classes.

Don’t forget during this active and fun-filled season to visit our website at

www.venetiangolfandriverclub.com for all of upcoming events and Club news.

For your convenience, dining reservations can be made on the Residents

website. Upon booking a dining reservation online, you will automatically

receive an email confirmation.

Fitness

MOnday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday saTurdayPilates 8:00am Lauren

Pilates 8:00am Lauren

Yoga8:00amLauren


Yoga8:00amLauren

Body Sculpting8:30amShana

Water Aerobics9:30amLauren


Yoga9:30amLauren

Zumba9:30amBrad

Water Aerobics 9:30am Lauren


Zumba9:30amBrad

Water Aerobics 10:30am Lauren

Water Aerobics 10:30am Shana

Yoga11:30pmLauren


Zumba11:00amBrad

Water Aerobics4:00pmJulie

Yoga3:00pmLauren

Zumba11:00amBrad

Water Aerobics 2:00pmLauren

Yoga5:00pmLauren

Aerobics5:00pmJulie

Body Sculpting5:00pmShana

Aerobics5:00pmJulie

Yoga6:00pmLauren

October Group Exercise Schedule

Personal TrainingPersonal training is available at Venetian River Club. For more information or to book personal training, please call (941) 486-0947.

Fitness Tip Stay hydrated during the day by drinking 6-8 glasses of water. Many times when we feel hungry, a drink of water is all we need. Working out is not the total fitness answer—diet and exercise will get those results you are looking for!

Tennisswing by the

Tennis shop for

tournament

schedules and

league play!

League players

receive 25% OFF

stringing in

October!

Tennis TipIf you play several days a week or just picked up the racquet again your strings may be too loose. Have your strings and grips checked by the Tennis Staff. Grips can also slip and cause the racquet to twist at contact. Venetian’s Tennis Shop can have your racquet as good as new within 24 hours.

W e e k l y S c h e d u l e

Tuesday Mixer8:30am

saturday Fun Tennis Ladder8:30am and 10:30am

Tennis Lessons Group and private tennis lessons are available. Please call Charlie Sandomenico at (941) 486-0947 to schedule lessons.

Upcoming Tennis EventsTennis Fest October 6

Tennis Turkey MixerNovember 10

call the Tennis Shop at (941) 486-0947 to sign up!

Crème Brule

4 egg yolks¼ cup sugar (plus 1 T. for browning)

1 tsp vanilla1 ¾ cup heavy cream

Whip egg yolks, vanilla and ¼ cup sugar. Heat cream until warm and then temper cream to egg mixture. Place four shallow baking cups in a water bath in a baking pan and fill the cups with mixture. Cook at 325 degrees for 30 minutes until set. Let cool and sprinkle with remaining sugar. Place under hot broiler or use torch to brown sugar. Serve with fresh berries and whipped cream.

Prime Timeevery Friday from 6:00-9:00pm$21.00++ per person“Build your own” soup and salad bar, 10 oz. of prime rib, your starch of choice and Chef’s fresh vegetable. A la carte dining is available. Reservations may be made on Venetian River Club’s Resident website or call (941) 412-9550.

Birthday Bash BuffetWednesday, October 3$19.00++ per personIf you have an October birthday, you may enjoy a complimentary dinner! Our dinner buffet provides you and your guests with a wide variety of offerings. Reservations may be made on Venetian River Club’s Resident website or call (941) 412-9550.

Pasta in the PalazzoWednesday, October 10$19.00++ Per PersonBuffet includes soup, salad bar, live-action pasta station, parmesan crusted breast of chicken, baked manicotti, Chef’s fresh vegetable and plated desserts! Reservations may be made on Venetian River Club’s Resident website or call (941) 412-9550.

Anniversary night Wednesday, October 17If your wedding anniversary is in October, you may enjoy a complimentary dinner with the purchase of another dinner! Enjoy the anniversary buffet special, soup and salad bar, and the bar menu. Reservations may be made on Venetian River Club’s Resident website or call (941) 412-9550.

halloween night Pasta in the PalazzoOctober 31$19.00++ per person Buffet includes soup, salad bar, live-action pasta station, sliced beef brisket, steamed mussels, Chef’s fresh vegetable and plated desserts! Reservations may be made on Venetian River Club’s Resident website or call (941) 412-9550.

Big Brothers Big sisters Annual Charity eventnovember 10 starting at 6:00pm$85 per personRemember the Summer of Love, hippies, The Beatles and your favorite Motown tunes? Come re-live your memories of the Sensational Sixties—dress in 60s attire if you wish! Enjoy a wonderful evening and support a great local cause, Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Sun Coast. Call Pat Jones at (941) 321-3332 for more information and to reserve a table!

Breakfast at the River Club will not be offered on sunday, October 14 due to a private party. We apologize for any inconvenience.The Tiki Bar will be open from 12:00-2:30pm.

Jennifer Fraizer

October 2012

Dan Callender

Message from the Regional General Manager Venetian Golf Club would like to thank all of our year-round Members for their continued support through the summer months and we welcome back our seasonal Members. The staff at the Golf Club has been working hard through the summer months to plan another great season. Make sure you log in to the Members website to update your contact information. The Administrative Office at the Golf Club is automatically notified of any changes you make to your information online!

October will be the last month the Golf Club’s summer hours of operations. November 1 will mark the beginning of our private season with hours of operation as well as changes to access privileges for guests. You may always find our hours of operation on the website, or throughout this newsletter. In addition, you may always stop by the Golf Shop or check with your food and beverage team to get an update.

Thank you to everyone who participated in our Patriot Golf Day. As a company WCI raised $17,666.40. By participating in Patriot Golf Day, golfers nationwide support the Folds of Honor Foundation which provides education scholarships for children and spouses of fallen and disabled military.

Just a reminder that the 2011-2012 WCI Member Reward Program, exclusively for Golf Members of WCI Clubs, ends on October 31, 2012. Reward points must be redeemed by October 31, 2012, after which they will have no value. This program was developed so that WCI Members received rewards from TaylorMade when bringing guests to golf at WCI courses. Upon check-in at the posted guest rate, the guest receives a complimentary sleeve of TaylorMade golf balls. The WCI Member will receive a rewards card to record the member guest rounds played at Venetian Golf Club, or other participating WCI Golf Courses. The Member receives points for each guest round played which are redeemed for TaylorMade merchandise. This has been a very popular program and a new 2012-2013 WCI Member Reward Program is in the works!

You may have noticed a flurry of activity on the west end of the Golf Club parking lot as the old cartbarn is being demolished. This activity is five years overdue and was required in our communities’ development order when the new Club was built. The leftover footprint will become a natural “green space” and continue with the theme of surrounding natural landscapes.

We encourage all Members to invite your friends and neighbors to check in with Membership Director, Simone Coseo over the next four weeks so they too may enjoy the privileges of membership given our impending private season. Our membership is growing at a healthy rate and for the first time suggests a need to invoke mention of the “cap level,” described in your Membership Plans. Please check in with Simone and invite your friends and neighbors to consider joining the Club so that they may enjoy all the benefits that go with membership.

Our Food and Beverage Manager, Joseph Iafe, and team are pleased that you are enjoying the Thursday night dining experience at the Club along with the recent programming changes. Until we expand the number of evening dining opportunities in season, please remember to call for reservations so we may serve you in the manner you expect. Reservations are helpful for us to plan proper staffing levels.

Thank you for the support you give us. As always, please share with us directly how we may exceed your expectations. We look forward to seeing you at the Club!

Friday, October 5 ................................ 9 and DineWednesday, October 10 .................. Men’s Fall Match Play 1st roundFriday, October 12 ............................. Men’s Fall Match Play 2nd roundWednesday, October 17 .................. Men’s Fall Match Play 3rd roundFriday, October 19 ............................. Men’s Fall Match Play 4th roundSaturday, October 27 ........................ Couples Member / GuestSunday, October 28 .......................... Couples Member / GuestTuesday, October 30 ....................... Ladies Opening Day

Thursday, November 8 .................... Veterans Day EventSunday, November 11 ...................... Par 3 Turkey ShootTuesday, November 13 .................... Ladies Member / MemberWednesday, November 14 .............. Men’s Member / MemberThursday, November 15 ................... Men’s Member / MemberFriday, November 16 ......................... Men’s Member / MemberFriday, November 30......................... Holiday Sale

Back by popular demand! ladies Golf clinics

Wednesday Ladies Golf Clinics – Intermediate GolfersStarting in October9:30-11:00am

Thursday Ladies Golf Clinics – Beginning GolfersStarting on October 1:00-2:00pm

Cost is $25 per clinic. You may sign up for clinics in the Golf Shop or call (941) 441-2294.

Golf

a few reminders from the Golf shop:When posting scores on the Handicap computer, all scores are to be posted unless the format of the event does not allow.

all returning Golf Members: please provide the Golf Shop with your “last 20” scores in order to establish and maintain an accurate handicap. Call the Golf at (941) 441-2294

Upcoming Golf Events

It has been several weeks since our “seasonal” maintenance closing on the golf course. As we now enter the prime time of the year for golf, our greens and course are in fine shape following aerification. We expect some changes in weather patterns by the end of this month. With cooler nighttime temperatures, maintaining the course will be more manageable.

It is important to avoid traffic wear areas during the fall and winter months and we would like to avoid using ropes to direct traffic on the golf course. With your help, we can eliminate this by practicing the ninety degree rule as often as possible, even when it is not posted for the day.

Please be considerate of fellow golfers and rake bunkers and repair ball marks whenever you play.

neW! happy hour at Venetian Golf Clubevery Thursday night4:00pm – 7:00pmEnjoy 2-for-1 well cocktails, wine, draft beer and complimentary hors d’oeuvres in the Player’s Lounge, Dining Room and Verandah!

Thursday night Dining at the Golf Clubevery Thursday night5:00-8:00pmReservations may be made by calling the Club at (941) 441-2228.

Fall Wine Preview Dinnersaturday, October 206:00pm$65.00++ per personCocktail reception of hors d’oeuvres and wine followed by a four-course dinner previewing Venetian Golf Club’s Fall wine list. Space is limited for this event. Reservations may be made by calling the Club at (941) 441-2228.

Bruce & Mitzie Fiedler Venice, FL

Ed & Sharon LavelleeVenice, FL

A special thank you to Venetian’s Golf Ambassadors who continue to refer friends, family and neighbors to the Golf Club. We truly appreciate your efforts and dedication! Visit the Members websiteto view a complete list of new Golf Members! Welcome

neW MeMbers

Simone CoseoMembership Director

Member Update (as of October 1, 2012):

Total Golf Members: 319 (450 players)hard Cap: 400soft Cap: 385

Join the Golf Club before the end of the year because:

• TheGolfClubisaMembersonlyexperience from November 1 through April 30• Initiationfeesareincreasingin2013• IncentivesareavailableforcurrentGolfMembers• DiningMembershipsarealsoavailable

SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY

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BreakfastBuffet onthe River10:00amto 12:00pm

Pilates8am

Water Aerobics9:30am

Zumba9:30am

Water Aerobics4pm

Yoga 5pm

Yoga 6pm

Pilates8am


Zumba9:30am

Water Aerobics4pm

Yoga 5pm

Yoga 6pm

Pilates8am


Zumba9:30am

Water Aerobics4pm

Yoga 5pm

Yoga 6pm

Pilates8am


Zumba9:30am

Water Aerobics4pm

Yoga 5pm

Yoga 6pm

Pilates8am


Zumba9:30am

Water Aerobics4pm

Yoga 5pm

Yoga 6pm

Pilates8am

Pilates9am

WaterAerobics11am

Yoga 3pm

Aerobics5pm

Yoga 8am

Yoga 9:30am

Water Aerobics11am

Zumba 11am

Body Sculpting5pm

Birthday Bash at theRiver Club6-9pm

Pilates 8am

Zumba 9:30am

Yoga 11:30am

Water Aerobics2pm

Aerobics 5pm

Dinner at the GolfClub5-8pm

Yoga 8am


Body Sculpting11am

Prime Time atthe River Club 6-9pm

Body Sculpting8am

Zumba11am

VenetianHoe DownDinner Dance

Body Sculpting9:45am




Body Sculpting8am

Zumba11am


Body Sculpting8am

Zumba11am


Body Sculpting8am

Zumba11am


Yoga 8am


Body Sculpting11am


Yoga 8am


Body Sculpting11am


Yoga 8am


Body Sculpting11am


Pilates 8am

Zumba 9:30am

Yoga 11:30am

Water Aerobics2pm

Aerobics 5pm


Pilates 8am

Zumba 9:30am

Yoga 11:30am

Water Aerobics2pm

Aerobics 5pm


Pilates 8am

Zumba 9:30am

Yoga 11:30am

Water Aerobics2pm

Aerobics 5pm


Pilates8am

Pilates9am

WaterAerobics11am

Yoga 3pm

Aerobics5pm

Pilates8am

Pilates9am

WaterAerobics11am

Yoga 3pm

Aerobics5pm

Pilates8am

Pilates9am

WaterAerobics11am

Yoga 3pm

Aerobics5pm

Pilates8am

Pilates9am

WaterAerobics11am

Yoga 3pm

Aerobics5pm

Yoga 8am

Yoga 9:30am

Water Aerobics11am

Zumba 11am

Body Sculpting5pm

Pasta in the Palazzo at the River Club6-9pm

Yoga 8am

Yoga 9:30am

Water Aerobics11am

Zumba 11am

Body Sculpting5pm

Anniversary Night at the River Club6-9pm

Yoga 8am

Yoga 9:30am

Water Aerobics11am

Zumba 11am

Body Sculpting5pm

OktoberfestBuffet

Yoga 8am

Yoga 9:30am

Water Aerobics11am

Zumba 11am

Body Sculpting5pm

Pasta in the Palazzo at the River Club6-9pm

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Nine & Dineat theGolf Club4-8pm

SundayCouples8:30amShotgun

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WednesdayMen’s Day8:30amShotgun

LadiesOpeningDay8:30am



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Happy Hourat the GolfClub4 -7pm

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River Club Hours of Operation

Administrative Office9:00am - 5:00pm Monday - Friday10:00am - 3:00pm Saturday - Sunday

Fitness Center7:00am - 8:00pm Monday - Friday8:00am - 5:00pm Saturday8:00am - 2:00pm SundayKey Fob 5:00am - 11:00pm (fitness center and locker-room access after hours)

Tennis Courts8:00am -10:00pm Daily

River Club Dining Hours

Sunday Breakfast10:00am –12:00pm

Dinner6:00pm - 9:00pm Wednesday & Friday

Lounge5:00pm - 9:00pm Wednesday & Friday5:00pm - 7:00pm Happy Hour (Wednesday & Friday)

Tiki Bar12:00pm - 2:30pm Saturday – Sunday

Golf Club Hours of Operation

Administrative Office9:00am - 5:00pm Monday - Friday

Membership Office9:30am - 5:30pm Monday - Friday Golf Shop & Course7:00am - 5:00pm Tuesday – SundayClosed Monday

Golf Club Dining Hours

Lunch (Members Dining Room)11:00am - 2:30pm Tuesday - Sunday

Dinner (Members Dining Room)5:00pm - 8:00pm Thursday

The Players Lounge & Pub Menu12:00pm - 3:30pm Sunday11:00am - 5:30pm Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday11:00am - 8:00pm Thursday4:00pm - 7:00pm Happy Hour (Thursday)

The Grille 10:00am – 4:00pm Tuesday – Saturday10:00am – 5:30pm Sunday

River Club Phone Numbers

Reservations (941) 412-9550

Administrative (941) 441-2278

Tennis/Fitness Shop (941) 486-0947

Spa Services (941) 416-7409

Golf Club Phone Numbers

Reservations (941) 441-2228

Administrative (941) 441-2291

Golf Shop (941) 441-2294

Membership (941) 441-2290

Gatehouse (941) 488-7108

Venetian Golf & River Club Staff Directory

River ClubJosh Grant, General Manager of Venetian River Club ..... (941) 441-2272Lisa Ventura, Resident Services ................................... (941) 441-2278Cathy Schnitzer, Receptionist ..................................... (941) 441-2267Jennifer Fraizer, Executive Chef .................................. (941) 441-2270Angella Cisco-Ferreira, Food & Beverage Manager .... (941) 441-2276Charles Sandomenico, Director of Tennis & Fitness .... (941) 441-2271

Golf ClubDan Callender, Regional General Manager ................... (941) 441-2287Beverly Wilson, Member Services ............................... (941) 441-2291Simone Coseo, Membership Director ........................... (941) 441-2290Joseph Iafe, Food & Beverage Manager ....................... (941) 441-2288Mike Miles, Golf Course Superintendent ........................ (941) 485-6723Chris Souchak, Head Golf Professional ......................... (941) 441-2289Barb Schmidt, Golf Shop Attendant .............................. (941) 441-2294

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