October 2016 The Surf Golf and Beach Club General Manager’s Message The beautiful days of fall are upon us, the renovation of the clubhouse is complete and we are fully operational again for food and beverage. The new greens for the golf course have finished growing and we have reopened the golf course effective October 1st. Our grand reopening for both areas is Friday, September 30th and we hope that all members will visit and give us their input on the transformation of both the clubhouse and the golf course. We will be having a two hour complimentary cocktail hour from 4:00 until 6:00 pm, with a buffet dinner to follow. Please call and make your reservations for the Open House and to let us know if you are staying for dinner. Members are encouraged to invite those special guests to both the Open House and dinner. Tennis court activity is at an all-time high with the courts being very busy most mornings and several evenings. The Tennis Member-Guest is coming up on October 8th and Dave Kranstuber and his committee have an exciting day of tennis and social activities planned. Find that special friend and showcase the advantages of being a member of The Surf Club. The House Committee has a special Halloween Party planned for the night of October 29th. All the famous ghouls and goblins have been invited to partake in a night of special entertainment and music. There will be games for the youngest goblins and music to entertain even the oldest costumed characters. More information will be provided by our constant contact emails, so watch social media for more information on a special Halloween of fun! The “Great Race” by your membership committee is currently underway here at The Surf Club. Our goal is to bring in 50 new members and at the conclusion of the race, we will be having a special cocktail party for the new members and their sponsors. Drawings will be held at that event for a multitude of great rewards for all of our new members and sponsors. The grand prize winner will receive a years free dues! Other prizes will be drawn for cash rewards! Call Billie Hughes today to get all the information on this great promotion! See you around the Club! Thomas Prough General Manager

Your New Board of Directors for 2016/2017 President—Dean Demattio Vice President—E. Thomas Fulmer Treasurer—Nick Goebel Secretary—Tommy Stokes Directors: William Hedrick, Sherry Mason, James Walker Nancy Ellis, John Breeden Jr. and Charles McIntyre

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Social and Dining News “Beer Tasting “Back by Popular Demand! Our 2nd annual “ Night of Beers” will feature a tasting and sampling of 12 different beers! Join us on Friday, October 7th from 6:00 until 9:00 Seating is limited to the first 60 reservations. $60.00 / per person ++ Fall Family Patio Night Saturday, October 29th from 6:00 until 9:00 Join us for an Event Filled Halloween Eve Night - Full of Surprises, and Treats and maybe just a Few Tricks TOO! Halloween characters, decorate a pumpkin, go on a hay ride, Prizes for the best decorated pumpkins, and make your own caramel- apples for dessert! Chef Chip has a few ghoulish tricks of his own brewing up in the kitchen that are sure to delight. Join in the “Spirits” and Good Times - dress the part and wear a costume if you DARE!!!!! We look forward to seeing you for our very popular Pre-Halloween Bash ! Price is $14.95++ for adults & $7.95++ for children (under 12) Please call Office 843-249-1021 For the after Hours Reservation Line Please press 1

As the busy holiday season approaches, let the Surf Club take over! For any function - business meeting, reception , Christmas Party, Employee Recognition, we can handle it all ! Call Deneen to reserve your day, night, week or weekend function. Don’t forget -the calendar is filling up fast!

Senior Exercise Class with Jane Cole - Classes Begin on October 3rd and will be held on Monday, Wednesday and Friday morning’s from 9:00am until 10:00am. Costs will be $4.00 / session for members and $5.00 / session for guests. Jane Cole - 843-222-6600

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Golf News from Mike Guy - Head Golf Professional Shots of the Month: *Bill Holtfreter had a hole in one at the Thistle Golf Club *Joe McIntosh had a hole in one at Itasca Country Club *Bob Jack made an eagle 3 on the 4th hole at the Dunes Club *David Furr won the Net Club Championship at Linville Ridge Golf Club

Things to Know As We Re-Open For Play:

Upcoming Golf Events:

*Be aware that the edges of a few of the greens are still a little thin. When walking onto the greens & exiting the greens please avoid walking through these areas. If your ball comes to rest in one of these areas that have been plugged, you may take nearest point of relief no closer to the hole without penalty. We also have a few holes where drainage work has taken place. If your ball comes to rest in a sodded area, take relief for ground under repair.

Oct 1: Golf Course Opens for Play

The Surf Club Golf Staff would like to acknowledge & thank Scott Brown, Green Superintendent, Johnathon Hammond, Assistant Green Superintendent, & the entire golf course staff for their tireless effort to have our course open on schedule!!!

Member Advertising

Oct 13: SCWGA “Ask A Fella” Tournament (12:00pm Shotgun Start) Oct 15-16: Senior, Super Sr, & Ladies’ Club Championships & President’s Cup Oct 23: Couple’s One Day Member/Guest (12:30pm Shotgun Start) Nov 3-4: Ladies’ Two Day Member/Guest Nov 5: Men’s One Day Member/Guest Nov 7: Sea Haven Pro-Am Dec 7: Bloody Mary Scramble (12:00pm Shotgun Start) Dec 11: Derby Day

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Ladies Golf Association News from Carol Hodrick, President Labor Day has come and gone. Our weather has still been warm but cooler temperatures are surely on their way. It would be nice if rain would stay out of our forecast! We will play the first Thursday League play on October 6th since the course closing in July. YEAH! Ian will conduct a mini-golf clinic on the range with fairway woods prior to the return of our Thursday play. We do have our annual Ask a Fellow tournament scheduled for October 13th with a shotgun start. Theme is Ask a Felon! Deadline for signing up is October 10th. Open ONLY to Association members and their felons! However, information for our 2-day Member/Guest scheduled in November is included below. The Member/Guest tournament is open to ALL Surf Club female golfers.

Still want to become a member of the Ladies Golf Association? You can find applications in the ladies’ locker room and the ladies Thursday sign-up book in the Golf Shop. First time Association members can now join for a half price rate of $17.50. Applications and payment can be left in the Golf Shop or sent to Eileen Greer, 3333 Kings Mill Place, Little River, SC 29566. We still have the Ask a Fellow and Christmas tournament as well as the Christmas luncheon. “The only sure rule in golf is he who has the fastest cart never has to play the bad lie.” – Mickey Mantle Carol Hodrick, President (843-251-3234)

Save The Date: Surf Club Ladies Christmas Luncheon, Fashion Show and Boutique. Thursday, December 15th at 11:30 in Hussey Hall. Fashions By: Island Breeze Reservation Deadline is December 5th. Please call the Office at 843-249-1021.

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Tennis News from Dave Kranstuber 2nd Annual Tennis Member/Guest Tournament Coming October 8th Mark your calendar for Saturday, October 8th and invite a guest to join you. There will be friendly tennis competition, good food and drink, prizes for the winners and gifts for everyone. Competition will be in Men's and Ladies Doubles in a round robin format. Tennis check-in is at 8:30am and will conclude with lunch on the patio afterwards. To reserve your spot please call the Surf Club Office or contact Dave Kranstuber at 843-902-9202.

Surf Club Ladies Combo Doubles Team 2-2 in League Play Led by Captain Saundra Anthony the Surf Club team closed out the season with a great win against a very good Litchfield Stables team. They finished the season in 2nd place with a record of 4 wins and 2 losses. The first place team, Grande Dunes moves on to the state finals. Team members included Gina Barrier, MaryAnn Gannon, Lori Polonsky, Lisa Hall, Betty Cole, Betty Kranstuber, Jill Moore, Kathy Biggs, Tonya Moor and Laura Core.

Weekly Tennis Mixer Saturdays at 10:00am

Tennis Connect

Join us every Saturday for our weekly round robin tennis mixer. This is for ladies and men and is just for the fun of it. If you are new to tennis or coming back from a long layoff this is great way to work on your game and meet other Surf Club tennis players.

To help you get connected to other Surf Club tennis players we maintain a list of all our tennis players as well as their contact information. If you would like to be included in Tennis Connect please let Dave Kranstuber know ([email protected]).

Ladies Tennis Clinic Fridays at 8:30am This clinic is for beginners and advanced beginners or for those trying to improve their game. We work on the basic skills, stroke technique, tennis conditioning as well as game strategy. All this is done in a fun atmosphere to help you learn and enjoy the game.

For More Information… Contact Dave Kranstuber (843-902-9202) about tennis activities at the club or to schedule a tennis lesson or clinic. Dave is a PTR Certified Instructor in Adult Tennis, Junior Tennis and Wheelchair Tennis and coaches the NMBHS Boys and Girls tennis teams.

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Membership News from Billie Hughes - Membership Director “THE GREAT RACE TO 50” NEW MEMBERSHIP DRIVE Please spread the exciting news that our Clubhouse renovation is completed. In addition, the greens have been replaced and the course is open again! This is a great opportunity for a Prospective Member to join. During the “Great Race to 50” the initiation fee is $2,500.00 for our Limited Non-Resident Golf membership. The Initiation Fee for a Full Golf Membership is $3,000.00The Member credit is $300.00

The Social Initiation Fee is currently $300.00. The Member sponsor will receive a one time credit of $125.00 for Social. If you have any additional questions, please give me a call at 843-249-1021 or email at [email protected]. OR

“The Buddy Program” If you know of a group of guys who enjoy planning golf together tell them about our newest program, The Buddy Program. If two people join simultaneously each take 10% off the initiation fee. If three join - 15% off, four join - 20% off and ive or more - 25%. But in this program the prospective member does not receive a golf bag and the sponsor does not receive the credit. Spread the word! Junior Golf Program Under 40 Remember to remind any young professionals this is still a great time to join the Club. Please share this exciting news with your own children, family, friends, neighbors and business associates. You will also receive a credit and the prospective member a Logo Golf bag when approved. The initiation fee is $1,000.00. If the age of the Junior member is between 25-29 his monthly dues will be $125.00 and ages 30-39 will have monthly dues of $195.00. Please spread the word! Social Under 40 The Surf Club is now offering a Junior Social Membership for people under age 40. The initiation fee is currently $150.00. The monthly dues for this category is $67.50. The sponsor credit will be a one time $67.50. Share this exciting news with all potential new Members!

New Members The next time you see one of the new Members listed below, please welcome them to the Surf Club Family: Lou and Terri Cunningham Jerry Peele Wes and Janelle Bumgardner Richard and Drema Campbell Mark and Alison Kittredge Dallas and Diane Peoples Frank and Kimberly Payne

1701 Springland Lane North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582

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