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Ribbon Cu)ng: Bar & Grill From the Chairman:
May News
New members! Pleasant weather and great changes ahead!
Jim Best, Chris Bergelin, Chuck Ohrt Have you been to the club lately? The place is literally a buzz with ac:ve, friendly people enjoying themselves. Our new Bar & Grill area formally opened just in :me for the Masters weekend. Both members and guests are very impressed with the new space, definitely adding a “wow” factor whether ea:ng, socializing or just relaxing aIer a round of golf. So if you haven’t joined in the fun, there’s no :me like the present. The golf course is in great shape. The fairways are growing and the greens are puLng as smoothly as ever. We have some fantas:c events which are a great way to compete or to just make new friends. Please see the golf report and our regular announcements for upcoming events. And it won’t be long before the pool opens. Look for an announcement shortly with our season opening event. (From the Chairman con/nued on page 2) So much excitement
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Our membership con:nues to grow across all categories so let’s all spread the word and keep the momentum going to build our club even more. Please join me in welcoming our new members: •  Christopher & Elizabeth Schaller -­‐ NON-­‐RESIDENT •  Chris & Alicia Caldwell -­‐ NON-­‐RESIDENT •  Jeff & Angie Setzer -­‐ NON-­‐RESIDENT •  Raoul & Edna Gomez -­‐ NON-­‐RESIDENT •  David & April Pi^man -­‐ NON-­‐RESIDENT •  Michael & Pamela McKay -­‐ NON-­‐RESIDENT •  Dr. Dave Beck -­‐ RESIDENT SINGLE •  Chad Lee Causby -­‐ SOCIAL ONLY •  Ashley Hull & Katherine Barraza -­‐ NON-­‐RESIDENT •  Anne Marie LaFrance -­‐ SOCIAL ONLY •  Michael Wa^s -­‐ SOCIAL ONLY •  Trent & Sheri Toner -­‐ SP&T •  Ed & Jennifer Wisnieski -­‐ SP&T •  Russ & Terrie Sprehe -­‐ RESIDENT FAMILY •  Phillip Sullivan -­‐ NON-­‐RESIDENT •  Bobby D. Campbell -­‐ RESIDENT SINGLE •  Bill & Pat Lennon – SOCIAL ONLY Finally, I’ve received feedback that it would be beneficial to meet with members a li^le more oIen. So we’ll try it and see what kind of response we get. Myself and selected Board Members will be available Tuesday, May 12 from 6:30 p.m. un:l 8 p.m. in the fireplace area of the new Bar & Grill. We’ll plan to update a^endees on the status of your club and most importantly answer your ques:ons and take your sugges:ons. Nothing formal, just an opportunity to share. So plan to come for a beverage, a bite to eat, or to just share your thoughts with the board. Thanks for your support. Our Club is growing and is providing our members more value than ever. Don’t miss out on the fun. I look forward to seeing you there. -­‐Chuck Ohrt President www.mimosahills.org MIMOSA HILLS NEWS
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Dining Room:
Life and Events at
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May 2014
Mother’s Day Buffet -­‐ May 10 Hours are 11:00 am un:l 2:30 pm Menu •  Cherry Stuffed Pork Loin •  Roasted Chicken Breast •  Chicken Tenders will be available through the kitchen for children •  Southern Green Beans with Roasted Red Potatoes •  Fresh Fried Squash •  Sautéed Brussel Sprouts •  Macaroni & Cheese •  Sweet Cream Corn •  House Salad •  Broccoli Slaw •  Summer Salad •  Strawberry Shortcake •  Chocolate Peanut Bu^er Cake •  Cookies Pricing •  Adult -­‐ $14.95 •  Children under 10 -­‐ $6.95 •  Children under 5 -­‐ Free Please make your reserva:on as soon as possible, thank you. 828-­‐437-­‐1753 or E-­‐mail [email protected] www.mimosahills.org From The Pro: MIMOSA HILLS NEWS
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Mimosa Hills Member – Member May 2nd – 3rd 10:00 am Shotgun both days. Spots s:ll available. Please sign up by Thursday, April 30th. Course will be closed un:l play is completed (828-­‐437-­‐1246) WPCC Ou=ng May 4th 12:30 pm Shotgun. Course is open to walkers ONLY un:l 12:30 pm. Western 3A High School Regionals May 5th 8:30 am Tee Times. Golf Course will be closed un:l approximately 1:00 pm. Reverse Scramble – Captain’s Choice May 9th Tee Times start at 9:00 am. 2 man teams, please call the Pro Shop to sign up (828-­‐437-­‐1246) Monday, Wednesday & Friday Seniors Start :me is 9:00 am for the month of May. Senior play on Monday, May 4th will be available to walkers ONLY. Play must be completed by 12:30 pm. Aerifica=on Greens aerifica:on will begin on Monday, May 11th – Friday, May 15th. Golf course will be limited to 9 holes open Monday – Friday. (From the Pro Con/nued on page 5) www.mimosahills.org From The Pro Con:nued… MIMOSA HILLS NEWS
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(From the Pro con/nued from page 4) Junior Golf Both our PGA Junior League Teams will host Lake Hickory on Saturday, May 9th at 2:00 pm. Please come out and support our Juniors. PGA Junior League Prac=ce Schedule Thursday May 7th – 5:45 pm Thursday May 14th – 5:45 pm Thursday May 21st – 5:45 pm Thursday May 28th – 5:45 pm -­‐Jimmy Piercy PGA Head Golf Professional Pro – Shop NEW Apparel Pro – Shop NEW Apparel www.mimosahills.org Pro – Shop NEW Apparel On The Course: MIMOSA HILLS NEWS
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The weather is geLng warmer and the golf course is greening up so please come out aand
nd enjoy the beau:ful seLng. Due to a very cold February and some cold snaps in Life
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he bermudagrass green up was very sluggish this spring. Shady areas and Mimosa
north facing slopes will take a while to green up and there is poten:al for some areas to not survive. Unfortunately, this is the nature of the beast in the golf business that exists in tM
he a‘transi:on y 2 0 1 z4one’ where we have cool and warm season grasses side by side. We will keep monitoring the situa:on as May progresses. The greens are in excellent condi:on with the root system very strong. This is a testament to our aerifica:on and topdressing program to maintain the organic ma^er content to USGA recommended levels. The May aerifica:on is scheduled for the week of May 11, so please check with the Pro Shop for which holes are open for play (828-­‐437-­‐1246). This date is very important for summer heat survival. An aerifica:on hole filled with sand allows for air exchange thus the release of a build up of high soil temperatures. Proper drainage is also a^ained cri:cal in minimizing disease. Keep in mind that the healing :me for the greens is very rapid this :me of year due to ideal growing condi:ons. Please remember to fill your tee or fairway divots when sand is available or you can beat the divot in from all direc:ons with your iron. Actually, doing that first then lightly sanding is the ideal method. The proper method for repairing the ball marks is to have the necessary repair tool and push in and forward in all direc:ons then tapping smooth with your pu^er. LiIing upwards can damage roots and hinder recovery. Please be considerate of the golfers behind you and maintenance expenses and rake the bunkers aIer entering. Thank you for your help and please enjoy our beau:ful golf course. It is truly a gem to take pride in. -­‐Dan Winters Superintendent www.mimosahills.org Pool News & Membership: MIMOSA
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Pool News: We are excited to announce the Mimosa Hills Pool & Tennis will open Saturday of Memorial Day weekend, May 23, 2015 with our new Pool Management Team Aqua Tech. Closing Labor Day, Monday Sept. 7, 2015. If you are interested in Swim Lessons please visit their website at www.aquatechpoolmanagement.com. Pool Hours of Opera=on: Saturday: 11 AM -­‐ 8 PM Sunday: 1 PM -­‐ 7 PM Monday: 11 AM -­‐ 7 PM Tuesday: 11 AM -­‐ 7 PM Wednesday: 11 AM -­‐ 7 PM Thursday: 11 AM -­‐ 7 PM Friday: 11 AM -­‐ 8 PM To give myself the upper hand in the upcoming Member-­‐Member golf tournament I have started a new commi^ee: The Mimosa Hills Golf Handicap Index Commi^ee, with yours truly as the head. I am playing with my brother, David, in the Member-­‐Member tournament, and my first order of business was to increase our handicaps by a factor of 3. I think we are in great shape to win this year! In other exci:ng news: our membership is growing at an impressive rate. You are doing a great job. On behalf of the Board of Trustees, thank you for helping us communicate the many compelling benefits that Mimosa Hills offers to local golfers and families. Keep up the great work and bring a friend out for a round or lunch. Remember, it’s a great :me of year to join Mimosa. The course is in amazing shape and the new Bar & Grill area is open for business. Not to men:on that summer and swim season is right around the corner. I hope to see you out on the course soon and please contact me if you have any ques:ons regarding the 2015 marke:ng plan or if you would like to join Stacey Ripley, David Benne^, John Branstrom, Leanne Bri^ain, Don McGinnis and myself on the membership commi^ee. Working together we can con:nue to make 2015 a great year at Mimosa Hills. -­‐Mark Benne^ Membership / Marke:ng Chairman www.mimosahills.org Tournament News:
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Dear Fellow Members: April has come and gone, but the Tournaments at our Club are just geLng started. In April, we hosted the ASU Ladies Tournament and CGA Senior 4 Ball. Our very own Brian Reep and his partner Jim Johnson won the Low Gross with a one day total of 65. Way to go Brian! Incidentally, they were one spot out of being the Low Net winners as well. Their Net Score was 65. We had a great Easter Dogfight turnout on Friday, April 3rd. The Inaugural Mimosa Cup was contested April 18th (shortened to one day due to weather) with the pairings party on Friday evening, April 17th. Each player received a team color cap as the teams and matches were revealed. The heckling started on Friday night and lasted throughout the day Saturday. This was a great new event and we encourage you to play next year! Congratula:ons to the Blue Team Captain Jimmy Piercy and his team that consisted of Goeff Messenheimer, Jim Cornelison, John Sallstrom, Marty Sohovich, Chris Bri^ain, John Greene Jr., Chester Ragland, Ben Sholar, Kelly Snipes, Bill Beu^ell, Adam Beu^ell and Handley Fincher. The morning matches ended in a :e so a :e breaker match ensued. Ben Sholar drained a 14' birdie try on hole #3 to clinch the match for the Blue Team. Looking ahead… Member-­‐Member is May 2nd and 3rd. Sign-­‐up sheets were included with the statement mailer for April. Please contact the Pro Shop quickly if you intend to play and have not yet signed up. May 9th is the first of our special One Day Events. It is the 2 person Captain's Choice/Reverse Scramble format with 9 holes each. The Mimosa Hills Parent /Child is early in June this year. It will be played on June 7th. We moved the date up to encourage more juniors to play and "catch the golf bug" so they have more of the season remaining. Lastly, the Men's Member-­‐Guest is June 12th-­‐14th. Sign-­‐ups will be included in the May statement mailer. Please sign up early. This year's format is the Match Around with 3 matches on Saturday and 2 matches on Sunday, followed by the Super Shootout to determine the overall winner. The Par 3 Shoot Out will be Saturday night followed by Ladies Only PuLng Contest, and then dinner and live music in the club house. The par:cipant giI this year is a Ye: Sports Pack, Under Armor Logo Shirt, and a Logo Cap for each member and guest that par:cipates. Look forward to seeing you on the course! Buddy Riebel 2015 Tournament Chairman www.mimosahills.org Red Tees:
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The season has started with our new format. No joining fee for the Ladies Associa:on. Call the Pro Shop and sign up to play at 10:00 am on Thursdays in April but we will start at 9:30 beginning in May. The format is always team play. You bring $5.25 to feed the pot. The winning team gets the accumulated $5 pot and the winner of the special gets the .25 cent pot. The more the merrier, so come on out and join the fun. The results for April are as follows: April 2. Best ball Winners: Brenda Cantrell Mary Ann Riggs Jean Smith -­‐ Jean Smith also won closest to the pin. April 9. Team Dogfight Winners: Brenda Cantrell Thelma Conley Flo Carter -­‐ Brenda Cantrell won closest to the pin April 16 proved that April Showers can rain out a golf event. But we are ready and willing to con:nue the end of April and on into May. Looking for all of you on the course, Flo Fun from last season. www.mimosahills.org Out & About in April:
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Ribbon CuLng for Mimosa Hills new Bar & Grill Before AIer Members enjoying the Bar & Grill Members enjoying the Bar & Grill www.mimosahills.org Social News:
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Our Fishing Tournament has been rescheduled for June. More details to come… www.mimosahills.org Mimosa Hills
P.O. Box 677, Morganton, NC28680-0677
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May 2014
Pro Shop: 437-1246
Dining Room: 437-1753
Maintenance: 433-9511
Office: 437-2967
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