Leach lands first hole in one on new course

Fri, 22 Jul 2011 03:55:00 +0000

There was some excitement at the Country Club on Sunday. Thela Leach came in with a grin on her face after her round. She had landed her first hole in one! Congratulations to Thela Leach for a hole in one on hole six! This is the first hole in one on the new course! Not bad for 83 years old!

On Friday July 15th, 41 participated in the scrambles. Low gross went to Don Powell, Mike Kirk, Suzanne Banghart, and Brad Perry with a31. Second low gross went to Wylie Shaw, Jon Hellstedt, Bill Anderson, and Ellen Nagle with a 32. First low putts went to Dana Douglass, Ken Gillett, Marilyn Schroer, and Karen Eggerton with a 10. Second low putts went to Jean Hutchinson, Hal Burdo, and Dick O’Hare with a 10. Closest to the pin for the women was Ginny Perry with 12’ 2”. For the men Don Powell with 10’ 2”.

In Twilight League news, Myron Curtis and Bob Campbell STILL have low gross and low net with a 203. Finally someone else has low net with153, Verne Seile and Roger Bergen.

The men and ladies are currently playing their President’s Cup matches. As of Tuesday at noon, these guys are still in the running: Verne Seile, Charlie Odenweller, Dick Dunham, Connor Morey, Kendall McGuffie, Bill Whitman, Ryan Hayward, Sam Grindle, and Joe Coomer. For the women these ladies are still in the running: Barbara Marquis, Judy Darby, Jean Hutchinson, and Karen Galella.

On Monday July 18th we hosted Monday evening bridge, first place went to Mimi Gerstell with 2,940 points. Second place went to Dick Powell with 2,920 points. Third place went to Monie Lonergan with 2,880points.

On July 16th the Lucky Draw Tennis Tournament took place. This was the first tennis tournament of the year. There were 16 participants who were randomly matched. Matches were played using the compass draw system, which allowed for everyone to play 3 times against 3 different sets of players. The ultimate winners were Tom Stevenson and Tom Colwell with scores of 6-0, 6-0, and 8-2. Runners up were Ed Raab and Pablo Sorenson with scores of 6-4, 6-3, and 2-8. Tournament coordinators Linda Allen and Dave Jaquette presented the winners with this year’s trophies of hand crafted mugs supplied by Tanya Taylor of Wildflower Gallery. An informal gathering of players for lunch in the clubhouse followed the tournament. Thank you, Linda Allen, for reporting the results!

On Tuesday July 19th, the ladies braved very humid and hot weather to play. Tier 1, first low gross Suzanne Banghart with a 39. Tier 1 low net went to Marilyn Mehalic with a 35. Tier 2 low gross went to Karen Eggerton with a 52 and tier 2 low net went to Nancy Eaton with a 34. Low putts went to Priscilla Denny with a 13 and is a new member to the ladies! Linda Stratton had a chip in on hole 2 and Priscilla Denny had a chip in on hole 6.

Our next Tuesday night dinner will be July 26th,and Janet is cooking again! The menu includes tossed salad, pork stir-fry, chicken roulades, ravioli in a tomato vodka sauce, lemon herbed rice, and more! Call the Club to reserve your spot!

We would like to congratulate member Tony Bray and Katie Clark on the arrival of their son Jacob! Congratulations!

Special thanks to Karen Chapman and her husband Tony for providing CPR and AED training for us! You did a great job and the ICC is safer because of it!

Upcoming tennis and golf tournaments:

Ladies Tri-Club at Blue Hill Country Club July 20
Member-Guest Tennis Tournament July 23
ICC versus Buck’s Harbor Yacht Club Tennis July 29th
Member Member Golf Tournament July 31st

Learn Something New

Fri, 22 Jul 2011 03:40:00 +0000

On Friday July 8th, 46 people participated in our morning scramble. First low gross went to Don Powell, Bob Allen, Chris Harris, and Thela Leach with a 30. Second low gross went to Phil McFarland, Sam Ostrow, and Vinal Torrey with a 32. First low putts went to Jack Moser, Paul Landry, Charles Miller, and Nancy Lerner with a 10 and second low putts went to Bob Muskat, Harrison Clark, and Dave Goddard with a 10. Closest to the pin for the women was Jean Hutchinson with 5’ 10” and for the men Don Powell with 12’ 7”.

In Twilight League news, Myron Curtis and Bob Campbell STILL have low gross and low net with a 164 and a 125. Can anyone else conquer these two?

The men and ladies are currently playing their President’s Cup matches. As of Tuesday at noon, these guys are still in the running: DonPowell, Kenny Wiberg, Verne Seile, Vito Corsini, Walt Epply, Charlie Odenweller, Jack Shaw, Dick Dunham, Connor Morey, Randy Shepard, Jack Moser, Kendall McGuffie, Greg Aldrich, Keith Hoover, Bill Whitman, Ryan Hayward, Stroud Watson, Sam Grindle, and Vinal Torrey. For the women these ladies are still in the running: Barbara Marquis, Judy Darby, Jean Hutchinson, Karen Egerton, and Karen Galella.

Wednesday men’s golf decided to report the results of their Larry Ball festivities. Larry ball is a game that Bill Darby introduced to the club. It’s origins are from a course that Mr. Darby has played at where a man named Larry Dean owns the course and thus sets the rules. When you play golf with Dean, you get a mulligan on every shot. First place was a tie between Roger Leach and Charlie Odenweller with a net score of 26. Second place was a tie with Joe Bruno and Avery Falkner with a net score of 27. Howard Morgan was “just out of the money” by half a stroke for a net of 27.5. For those not in the know, Larry Ball means on every shot, you get a mulligan. A mulligan means you get to take a shot over again. And now you’ve learned something new.

On Monday July 11th, four tables of bridge players enjoyed cake and cookies made by Mary Newman and Joan Sorensen. The winners were first place, Don Powell with 3,210 points, second place, Josh Knight with 2,950 points, third place, David Morrish with 2,660 points and fourth place, Len Spector 2,640 points. Members and non-members are welcome at 7pm on Mondays throughout the summer to join bridge. Come with or without a partner. Thanks to Mimi Gerstell for reporting the results!

On July 12th, ladies golf was a scramble on a muggy hot Tuesday. Low gross went to Marilyn Schroer, Nancy Eaton, Helen MacTaggert, and Jean Hutchinson 35. Second low gross Thela Leach, Emily Schofield, Betty Keane, and Carol Hawthorne with a 37. Low putts went to Mimi Gerstell, Linda Stratton, Barbara Whitman, and Suzanne Banghart with 10. Marilyn Schroer had a chip in on number 2.

Upcoming tennis and golf tournaments:

Ladies Tri-Club at Blue Hill Country Club July 20
Member-Guest Tennis Tournament July 23
ICC Hosts Buck’s Harbor Yacht Club Tennis July 29th
Member Member Golf Tournament July 31st

We would like to congratulate Tom and Marilyn Mehalic on the arrival of their grandson Mason Thomas! Congratulations and we can’t wait to have him join us at the Club!

We hosted a wonderful 50th anniversary party for Ken and Sally Gillett planned by their loving family. I had a request from grandkids Ned Gresham and Timmy Hermansen to see their name in print. They are two inquisitive young lads who like to come into the Country Club and brighten Karen and my day. They gave Karen a hard time until she got “pop-pop’s” name for his hole in one on the wall (Pop-pop is their grandfather, Ken.)

A New Chapter in ICC History

Fri, 22 Jul 2011 03:35:00 +0000

For some a Deer Isle Fourth Of July weekend means fireworks, family, cookouts, the annual parade in Deer Isle village, and more. At the Club this weekend, we not only embraced the opening of the newly expanded course, but we also embraced a new chapter in the history of the ICC. We get to experience history in the making at the Club on a daily basis. A father teaching his son how to swing a club for the first time, generations of children, grandchildren, cousins, and siblings all joining as members and spending time as a family out on the greens. Watching a young boy with a passion for golf, who learned how to play on our course, become a teacher and make a living off of it (I’m looking at you Shaun Webb.) Each day is another snapshot in what makes the Club such a unique spot on the Island and such a crucial part of this Island’s history.

With that being said, we are excited for what is to come and we could only hope that you will join us in your own history and become part of ours.

On Friday July 1st, the course was packed with over 70 players. The excitement and fun was exceptional. Why? Because this Scramble was the first scramble and the first time playing on the newly expanded course! 1st low gross with a 29 went to John Shanklin, Jesse Shanklin, Rob Groundwater, and Bob Bradbury. 2nd low gross with a 30 went to Bill Whitman, Jon Hellstedt, Bob Allen, and Dave Barber. 1st low net with 22 went to Myron Curtis, Mary Lou Curtis, Bill Darby, and Judy Darby. 2nd low net with a 22 went to Don Powell, Dick Newman, Ginny Perry, and Mimi Gerstell. 1st low putts with a 7 went to Barbara Keyes, Helen MacTaggert, Dana Douglass, and Stroud Watson. 2nd low putts with a 9 went to Barbara Whitman,Suzanne Banghart, Kendall McGuffie, and Joe Bruno. Closest to the pin for the women was Emily Schofield with 6 feet 2 inches and for the men Rob Groundwater with 3 feet, 10 inches. Scrambles are open to the public and much like open tennis, great for socializing and meeting new people.

The rest of the weekend’s events included a luncheon buffet after the scramble, a pig roast on Saturday, as well as ten dollar golf and tennis on Saturday. We exceeded what we had even hoped would be the turnout of the event. Special thanks to all who made the event possible! What a great success!

We also had a special raffle for an individual membership for the 2012 season going on throughout the weekend. The lucky winner was Su Oliver! Congratulations Su!

In Twilight League news, low gross AND low net both go to Myron Curtis and Bob Campbell this week. Low gross with a 130 and low net with a 98.

On July 9th, there will be a women’s tennis round robin followed by a luncheon if there is enough interest. Please call, 348-2379, or stop by the club to reserve your space.

The next dinner will be a family favorite potluck on July 12th.The cost will be ten dollars a person. Please sign up in advance.

Tuesday July 5th, we had a lovely bunch of ladies on the course. Low gross first tier Jean Hutchinson with a 40. Low net first tier was Barbara Whitman with a 35. Low gross second tier was Mimi Gerstell with a 37and low net second tier was Ginny Perry with a 37. Low putts was a tie with Linda Stratton with a 14 and Su Oliver with a 14. Way to go ladies!

Grand Opening of Newly Renovated Course Tomorrow

Fri, 22 Jul 2011 03:26:00 +0000

Tomorrow we will be hosting the grand opening of our newly renovated nine hole course! At 8:30am a ribbon cutting ceremony will be taking place, followed by the Friday morning scramble and your first chance to checkout the new course. Open tennis will also be happening at 9am. This will be followed by a buffet luncheon with Italian sausage sandwiches and cold cuts.Then on Saturday, July 2nd, we will be having ten dollar golf and tennis all day long! At 5pm we’re having a delicious pig roast with dollar drafts,and live music from Cristal’s Blue Persuasion. The public is more then welcome to attend all of these events! Please sign up in advance by calling the clubhouse, 348-2379 or stopping by.

Tomorrow evening we will also be starting our season of evening chess. From 6pm to 8pm on Fridays come join Dick Powell and company to brush up on your strategy. Players of all ages and skill levels are welcome to attend!

Congratulations to Mimi Gerstell and Anne Cushman for placing first in the June 22 Deer Isle Community Duplicate bridge game. They, along with 2nd place winners, Lou and Sally Cooper, win a free game. Thanks to all who came, played and helped to make the first game a success. The next game is July 13 at 1:30. Open to all – members and non-members. Come early and enjoy lunch.

On Friday June 24, we had the largest number of participants so far this season for Friday Morning scrambles. First low gross with a 30 went to Walt Epply, Marilyn Mehalic, Charlie Odenweller, and Chris Harris. Second low gross with a 30 went to Myron Curtis, Mike Kirk, Suzanne Banghart, and Greg Aldrich. First low putts with 10 went to Jack Shaw, Karen Egerton, Mimi Gerstell, and Dave Goddard. Second low putts with 10 went to Jean Hutchinson,Don Schofield, John Gross, and Thela Leach. Closest to the pin for the men went to Jon Hellstedt with 10’ 3”.

In Twilight League news, this group of men keeps showing up in the Twilight results. In week 3 of the league, we have some repeat contenders. Low gross in first place is Myron Curtis and Bob Campbell with a 99, close behind is Joe Coomer and John White with a 100. In the lead for low net is Bob Muskat and Jerry Gray with a 74, just behind with a 75 is Myron Curtis and Bob Campbell and Joe Coomer and John White with a 76.

Monday Night Bridge got off to a roaring start with five tables on June 27th. Winners were: 1st, Lola Marston (3760 points); 2nd David Barry (3280 points); 3rd Anne Holland (3070 points); 4th Marika Knight (2930 points.) Next game is July 11th at 7pm. Members and non-members welcome, with or without partners.

On Tuesday June 28th, Women’s Golf was on the course in full force. First low gross with a 35 went to Judy Darby and Karen Egerton. Second low gross with a 37 went to Marilyn Schroer and Mary Lou Curtis with a 37. Low putts with 12 went to Barbara Keyes and Paula Colwell with 12. Second low putts went to Thela Leach and Marilyn Mehalic with a 12 and third low putts went to Claudia McKay and Beth Dungman with a 12. Thela Leach had a chip in on 7 and Cathy Snowden had a chip in on 5.

July 6th there will be a ladies tennis round robin that is open to the public. After the round robin, there may be a luncheon if there is enough interest. If you would like to attend the luncheon contact Carolyn Eberdt, 367-5858, or Jean Templeton, at 326-7127.

On July 9th from 5pm-7pm. a gathering to celebrate the "Sisters McGuire" a.k.a. Ronnie Mollek and Mary McGuire will be taking place at the Country Club. Friends and family welcome.

On Sunday July 3rd, we’ll be hosting the Big Deck tournament from 1pm to 4pm to the tournament’s close. The course will be open but slow going.

Grand Opening of New Course July 4th Weekend

Fri, 22 Jul 2011 03:19:00 +0000

The Island Country Club has been busy putting together a big event for July 4th weekend in honor of the unveiling of our newly expanded course. We hope that you will join us for fun, food, and festivities! We will be having a ribbon cutting ceremony, buffet luncheon, pig roast, live music, dollar drafts and more! Check out our ad in this week's paper for costs, times, and more details.

On Friday June 17th, the Friday morning scrambles were a lively bunch as usual. Low gross with a 28 went to Jack Shaw, Roger Leach, Christina Harris, and Paul Landry. Low putts with an 11 went to Jon Hellstedt, Ginny Perry, Bill Darby, and Don Schofield.

We had our first Tuesday Night Dinner on June 21st. Janet does such a wonderful job and those in attendance were delighted with her menu of mushroom ravioli, roast pork, haddock and more. Additional dinners will be coming up so stay tuned to see what other exciting dinners we will be offering!

In Ladies Golf, low gross tier one went to Emily Schofield with a 39. Low net went to Jean Hutchinson with a 30. Low gross tier two went to Linda Stratton with a 43 and low net went to Mimi Gerstell with a 33. Carol Shaw had a chip in on 5 and Karen Eggerton had a chip in on 1. Low putts went to Karen Eggerton with a 13.

TheTwilight League is in their third week of play. Low gross went to Myron Curtis and Bob Campbell with a 62 and low net was a tie between Myron Curtis and Bob Campbell and Joe Coomer and John White with a 48.

We had a wonderful turn out for the Mike Haskell Masonic Golf Tournament. Pictures of the teams and winners have been posted on our Facebook, so check it out! Low gross with a 56 went to Kendall McGuffie, Ryan Hayward, Richard Eaton, and Vito Corsini. Low net with a 44 went to Prep Keyes, BobMuskat, Don Schofield, and Joe Bruno. Closest to the pin on hole 5 went to Walt Epply with 8’ 9”. Closest to the pin for the women went to Mary Lou Curtis on hole 3 with 10’ 1”. Thank you to everyone who attended such a great event!

Speaking of Kendall McGuffie, did you know that he has retired? We’re excited to have him visiting the ICC more often! He will be missed, and coming from someone who detested math in high school, he was an excellent teacher and touched many students’ lives. Good luck in your retirement Kendall!

One of our members has returned from the ravages of the Appalachian Trails. Don Powell was in the clubhouse on Monday and showed off how he blogged live from the trail on his iPhone 4. Check out his blog at donpowelladventure.wordpress.com. We’re happy to have him back on the course, safe from the bears and snakes.

Open Tennis happens Wednesday from 9am to 12pm and Sunday from 2pm to 4pm. This event is open to the public and is relatively inexpensive for those seeking a fun and friendly environment to play tennis in. Call the clubhouse, 348-2379, for details.

Our resident golf and tennis experts are back for the season. PTR Certified Kristen Eberdt will give lessons to students of all ages and skill levels. PGA Professional Shaun Webb will also be giving lessons to students of all ages and skill levels. Contact the club to sign up.

Twilight League Starts With Ties

Thu, 21 Jul 2011 19:21:00 +0000

On Friday June 10th, we had quite a turn out for scrambles. First low gross was 31 and a three way tie between Wylie Shaw, Thela Leach, Harrison Clark, and Marliyn Mehalic; Walt Epply, Suzanne Banghart, Bill Anderson, and Roger Bergen; Vinal Torrey, Marilyn Schroer, Jack Moser, and Paul Landry. Low putts with a 9 went to Jack Shaw, Joe Bruno, Jon Hellstedt, and Ginny Perry. Closest to the pin for the men was Jack Shaw with 15 and ¾ inches.

On Tuesday June 14th, the ladies had their annual luncheon.Unfortunately, due to the weather, the ladies were unable to play golf. On the plus side, 19 ladies did enjoy a wonderful menu prepared by Janet Snowden.

On June 1st the Twilight League kicked off. Low gross with a 32 is currently tied between Ryan Hayward and Don Rochefort, Walt Epply and Dave Goddard, and Myron Curtis and Bob Campbell. Low net with a 24 is also a tie between Ryan Hayward an Don Rochefort, Myron Curstin and Bob Campbell, and Joe Coomer and John White.

We will be raffling off an individual membership to celebrate the opening of the new course. Tickets will be available at the club and through various members. The drawing for the winner will be on July 4th at 5pm. The winner does not need to be present to win.

Tennis court one, two, and three are now open! Please call us (348-2379) and make a reservation in advance if you would like to play. Open tennis has started and will happen on Wednesday from 9am to 12pm and on Sundays from 2pm to 5pm.

The Mike Haskell Masonic Charity Golf Tournament will betaking place on Sunday, June 19th. The format will be a four-person scramble. The proceeds will benefit Marine Lodge #122 Ancient Free and Accepted Masons. We are still looking for teams to participate so please call the club if you are interested in joining the tournament.

Tuesday June 21st will be the first evening dinner at the ICC. Our favorite cook, Janet Snowden will be preparing a delicious meal consisting of tossed salad, roast pork loin, baked haddock, mushroom ravioli, and chocolate cake. The cost will be $17 per person. We ask that you call the club house or stop by to sign up before June 17th. Space is limited so be sure to sign up as soon as possible!

Community duplicate bridge begins Wednesday, June 22nd at 1:30 p.m. at the ICC. This event is open to all bridge players, members and non-members. The games will be held on alternate Wednesday afternoons throughout the summer. There is a modest charge. Come early and enjoy lunch at the Club. For more information, please call Phylis Greenfield, 348-6232 or Mary Newman, 367-2460. Single players please call ahead.

Tennis Quote of the Week: In tennis the addict moves about a hard rectangle and seeks to ambusha fuzzy ball with a modified snow-shoe. ~Elliot Chaze

First ICC Dinner June 21st

Wed, 20 Jul 2011 22:53:00 +0000

Things are picking up steam here at the Island Country Club. I’ve received much positive feedback about the article and it is greatly appreciated! If you would like to send me constructive criticism (positive or negative), news, or just a general inquiry, e-mail me at Kimberly.l.grindle@gmail.com

For the Friday Scrambles, first low gross went to Wylie Shaw, Bill Anderson, Suzanne Banghart, and Mimi Gerstell with a 29. Second low gross went to Chris Harris, Paul Landry, and Bob Cummins with a 30. Low putts were a tie with Harrison Clark, Tom Mehalic, Barbara Keyes, and Paula Colwell and Jack Shaw, Don Schofield, Marilyn Mehalic, and Nancy Eaton with 11. Even though both teams had 11 putts, Shaw, Mehalic, and Eaton scored a 4 on the ninth hole (the tiebreaker hole.)

OnTuesday June 7th, the ladies were on the course with some beautiful weather as a backdrop. Low gross went to Jean Hutchinson with a 39. Low net went to Marilyn Mehalic with a 31. Low putts was three way tie between Ginny Perry, Helen MacTaggert, and Su Olive with a 14.

TheTwilight League started last week so I do not have any results yet. We will get up to date next week.

Tennis court one, two, and three are now open! Please call us (348-2379) and make areservation in advance if you would like to play. Open tennis has started and will happen on Wednesday from 9am to 12pm and on Sundays from 2pm to 5pm.

The Mike Haskell Masonic Charity Golf Tournament will be taking place on Sunday,June 19th. The format will be a four person scramble. The proceeds will benefit Marine Lodge #122 Ancient Free and Accepted Masons. We strongly encourage all to participate. To sign up, please stop by the Clubhouse no later then Tuesday June 14th. AM and PM tee times are available.

Tuesday June 21st will be the first evening dinner at the ICC. Our favorite cook, Janet Snowden will be preparing a delicious meal consisting of tossed salad, roast pork loin, baked haddock, mushroom ravioli, and chocolate cake. The cost will be $17 per person. We ask that you call the clubhouse or stop by to sign up before June 17th. Space is limited so be sure to sign up as soon as possible!

June 6th was Clubhouse Manager Karen Galella’s birthday! Friends Jean Hutchinson and Suzanne Banghart presented her with a monster golf club about 4 feet tall to match a basket ball sized golf ball and tee they have given her for her birthday in past years.

We would like to congratulate the class of 2011 and the newest addition to our staff Aimme Cardoza on their graduation. Cardoza is Janet Snowden’s granddaughter and Katie Thompson’s daughter and we are happy to welcome her to the staff.

If you were here on Monday, June 6th you would’ve witnessed a battle of the ages, literally. Keith Hoover and Dana Douglass (the Old Fogies) played a scramble against Sam Grindle and Connor Morey (the Flying Ladies, a reference to a ladies ball that was a pre-game gift by Keith Hoover to the “youngsters.”;) At the end of it all, the two teams ended up with a tie. I think a rematch is planned.

Golf Quote of the Week: “I'm about five inches from being an outstanding golfer. That's the distance my left ear is from my right.” - BenCrenshaw

Beautiful Weather Makes for a Beautiful Memorial Day

Wed, 20 Jul 2011 22:45:00 +0000

If you read last week’s article, you’ll know that we prayed for sunshine and apparently our prayers were answered! I am writing this on Memorial Day and here on Deer Isle, the day is muggy and the temperature at late afternoon is just above 80 degrees. This is a drastic change from this time last week which was full of fog and rain. At 4am this morning, we experienced a strong thunderstorm with bright flashes of lightening and torrents of rain. That’s Maine for you, don’t like the weather, wait a minute.

We did have a Friday morning scramble on May 27th. The public is welcomed to participate in scrambles every Friday morning starting 9am. If you would like to play please sign up in advance in the clubhouse or show up between 8:30am-8:45am the morning of. Low gross went to Bob Muskat, Jon Hellstedt, Marylin Mehalic, and Suzanne Banghart with a 30. Low putts went to Walt Epply, Jack Moser, Marylin Schroer, and Hal Burdo. Closest to the pin for the men went to Bill Anderson with 19 feet and 3 and ½ inches. And believe it or not, Marilyn Mehalic had closest to the pin with just one inch! Way to go Marilyn!

The ladies were looking lovely on Tuesday May 31 on the beautiful sunny last day of May. First low gross went to Jean Hutchinson with a 38. Second low gross wentto Sharon Hellstedt with 42. Low putts went to Thela Leach with a 14. Low net went to Suzanne Banghart with a 30. Jean Hutchinson and Karen Galella had a chip in on hole 5, Galella for a birdie on that hole. Way to go ladies!

Tennis court one is now open! We are in hopes that courts two and three will be ready by the end of the week. Please call us (348-2379) and make a reservation in advance if you would like to play. Open tennis will start on Wednesday, June 1 at 9am.

The Mike Haskell Masonic Charity Golf Tournament will be taking place on Sunday, June 19th. The format will be a four person scramble. The proceeds will benefit Marine Lodge #122 Ancient Free and Accepted Masons. We strongly encourage all to participate. To sign up, please stop by the Clubhouse no later then June 14th. AM and PM tee time’s are available.

ShaunWebb, our resident golf pro, has called and said he will be returning from Florida in mid June. Shaun provides lessons and clinic for all ages. If you would like to book a lesson with Shaun or are interested in more information, please call the clubhouse at 348-2379. Shaun also has a website, you can check it out at http://www.swgolfacademy.com. Kristen Eberdt is available for tennis lessons on a call ahead basis. Please give us a call so we can let her know you are interested in scheduling a lesson. She will be offering lessons on a steadier schedule starting in July.

Golf Quote of the Week: “The difference between golf and government is that in golf you can't improve your lie.” George Deukmejian

Fairway Caf� Opening Memorial Day Weekend

Wed, 20 Jul 2011 22:31:00 +0000

Who turned off the sunshine? The Island Country Club certainly hasn’t had a part in that. Like everyone else, we are currently experiencing sun deprivation and as a result our visitor count has been down. Only the “diehards”, as we like to call them, tend to go out in this weather. Those are the golf or tennis players you see in rain, snow, fog, hail, ice, or a hurricane out on the course. In Maine we tend to experience all those sorts of weather, sometimes even on the same day. Do you consider yourself a diehard golf or tennis player? If not, please join us in hoping and wishing the sun makes an appearance soon. Remember that the ICC has free Wifi and is the perfect spot for checking e-mail and getting a cup of steaming, hot Susie Q’s Sunrise blend coffee while waiting for this weather to change.

If you’ve visited the club you might notice that the clubhouse has gotten some T.L.C. from our lovely clubhouse manager Karen Galella and me. We’ve been busy the past two weeks putting a fresh coat of paint on the clubhouse walls, trim, and bulletin boards. The trim and walls are covered in a paint called “chocolate froth” and it’s a lovely light brown color that changes depending on the light. Members have commented on how fresh and bright it has made the clubhouse. Stop in and check it out for yourself!

The Fairway Café will be reopening on May 27th and will be open from 11am to 2pm all summer long, seven days a week. We are excited to see what delicious creations Janet Snowden and her daughter Katie Thompson will prepare for us (Personally, I am excited for the return of the spinach salad, which Janet has made a permanent dish on the regular menu)!

Our friends at NETCO were here this week and the tennis courts are now netted and lined. We were in hopes that the courts would be ready by this upcoming weekend, but the weather hasn’t been ideal. The courts also have to be conditioned for at least week if not more until they will be ready for play. We’ll keep you posted on the status of the courts!

Our new superintendent Greg Kolakowski is fitting in nicely and many members have complimented him on how great the facilities are looking. He’s also brought the newest ICC member along with him, Duffer the 11 year old sheepdog! Duffer is a sweetheart and I’ve taken quite a liking to him. He’s very friendly and loves to greet members. Oh and Greg is quite nice too.

Have you liked us on Facebook? We have a page where we regularly post information about the weather, clubhouse, courts, course, and more. To find us, simply logon to Facebook and type “Island Country Club” in the search bar.

As always ICC news can be submitted to me via e-mail (Kimberly.l.grindle@gmail.com), my mailbox at the clubhouse, or phone (207-348-2379). You can always visit the ICC on the web at www.islandcountryclub.net.

Quote of the Week: “The way a team plays as a whole determines its success. You may have the greatest bunch of individual stars in the world, but if they don't play together, the club won't be worth a dime.” Babe Ruth