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THE NEWSat St. George’s

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NOVEMBER 23, 2012

Wednesday, December 5that 7 pm in the Founders’ Room

Greens Reconstruction Education Sessionand Q&A with guest speakers:

DAVID OATISConsulting Agronomist for the USGA

DOUG CARRICKConsulting Golf Course Architect

Please note there will be limiteddining on December 5th

Due to the Town Hall Meeting on December

5th, limited dining will be available in the

Stanley Thompson Room. We strongly rec-

ommend that Members make reservations

if they are planning to dine at the Club be-

fore the meeting. Please call 416-231-3393

or email reception@stgeorges.org to book

your reservation.

Focus of the evening is a Greens Reconstruction ed-

ucation session for consideration by our Members

with guest speakers, David Oatis and Doug Carrick

in attendance.

David Oatis, is our consulting agronomist of the USGA

and who also consults with high-end golf courses such

as Shinnecock, Winged Foot, Baltusrol, Quaker Ridge,

Bethpage, Merion etc. He will be on hand to explain to

our Members the advantages and disadvantages of re-

constructing green sites.

Doug Carrick, is our consulting golf course architect

and he will be available to explain green site elevations

and appropriate cupping areas.

OTHER TOPICS INCLUDE:• Long-term Capital Planning and

Proposed Funding

• Men’s Locker Room Project

Update

• 2012 Operating Results

GOLF SHOP NEWS

2 | THE NEWS AT ST. GEORGE’S

Canada wins 2012 Devonshire Cup

The Devonshire Cup matches – a competition between

a team of Canadian Senior Amateurs and American

Senior Amateurs – have been held every second year

since 1916 and served as the template for both the Walker

Cup and Ryder Cup competitions. This year the competition

was held at Mountain Lake Golf Club in Lake Wales, Florida

October 22-25. The Canadian team was victorious defeating

the American side 72 points to 60. St. George’s 2012 senior

club champion, Bill White, a member of the successful Cana-

dian team, won two of his three matches earning 5 out of a

possible 9 points. Canada will defend the cup at Royal Col-

wood Golf Club in Victoria in 2013. Congratulations to Bill and

the Canadian team.

WORLD CLUBCHAMPIONSHIP

ongratulations to Colin Flabbi and Mark Elgner on their 2nd place

finish at the World Club Championship at Diamante Cabo San

Lucas Mexico.

You can watch Colin and Mark compete in this year’s event on the

Golf Channel on Monday, December 17 at 12:30 pm ET and again on

Wednesday, December 19 at 4:00 pm ET and on Sky Sports TV in

December or by visiting either of the following websites www.world-

clubchampionship.org and www.Diamantecabosanlucas.com.

GOLF SHOP NEWS

12 Great Gift Ideas forthe golfer on your list.1. Travel Gear - 15% OFF2. St. George’s Toques - $253. Animal Head Covers - $354. Carnoustie Golf Shirts - 1 for $65 or 2 for $1205. St. George’s Glassware - 15% OFF6. New St. George’s Logo Belts - $607. New St. George’s Roots Sweatshirts8. Selection of Golf Books and Accessories9. Personalized Golf Balls – ex. #1 Dad,

Happy Holidays 10. GPS & Laser Range Finders – Bushnell,

SkyCaddie, Garmin11. Peter Millar, Bobby Jones, and Robert Graham

Dress Shirts12. Buy any FootJoy Contours and get 1 dozen DT

Solo Golf Balls FREE

NOVEMBER 23, 2012 | 3

Golf Shop Dates to

Remember

Your HolidayGolf Gift Shop

We are here to help with yourHoliday Shopping!

Celebrate the 100th GreyCup with us at St. George’sThe Game: Toronto Argos vs. Calgary StampedersStart Time: 6 pmWhere: Royal York Room

Grey Cup Pub Specials:Choose any menu item with a pint of either Keith’s Red or Moosehead draught for $15

The St. George’s Ultimate Prime Rib Burger Topped with Crispy Bacon Cheddar Cheese and Panko Onion Ring, Served on a Soft RosemaryBrioche Bun

Beef Nachos Salsa, Diced Tomato, Sliced Black Olives, Sour Cream, Monterey Cheese, Green Onion and Guacamole

Crispy Roadhouse Wings (8) Traditional Hot Sauce, Ginger Honey Sauce or BBQ Sauce

Home Style ChiliServed with Garlic Focaccia Bread

BBQ Chicken PizzaTopped with Caramelized Onion, BBQ Chicken, Bacon and Mozzarella

Grey Cup Sunday Caesar Special - $5

CLUBHOUSE NEWS

UPCOMINGEVENTSMen’s Stag

Christmas Lunch

Our annual Men’s pre-Christmas gathering

is not to be missed!

• From noon to 5 pm in the Royal York Room

• Deli-style buffet at $25.95 per person plus

HST (by chit); Bar by chit

If you were here last year, you will know

what a fantastic pre-Christmas gathering

this annual event has become! Reminder:

Members are asked to consider the Club

taxi or Safe-T-Ride program; staff will organ-

ize a cab for you and a chit can be signed

for use of the taxi.

Artifact andParaphernaliaOutreach

As we anticipate the unveiling of the

new Men’s Locker Room, the Facilities

Committee and Men’s

Locker Room Project

Committee are looking

ahead to include pho-

tos, articles and ob-

jects that highlight our

story and chronicle

our history. We are

asking any Members who have Club arti-

facts or paraphernalia they’d like to donate

for this purpose to contact Andrea Oliverio,

Communications Manager at 416-231-3393

ext. 224 or email aoliverio@stgeorges.org.

4 | THE NEWS AT ST. GEORGE’S

CLUBHOUSE NEWS

FROM THE KITCHEN

New Year’s Eve Gala

We’re adding a new twist to the year-end celebration so plan to spend New Year’s Eve in

style with your family and close friends at St. George’s. This year we plan to bring a

new and exciting format to our New Year’s Eve Party. The event promises to be a real

party this year. Our evening begins with all guests gathering in the Royal York Room for pre-dinner

drinks and selection of gourmet canapés. We move into theSt. Georges Room to relax and enjoy

our sumptuous six-course menu. The party gears up in our newly created nite-life lounge as the

Founders Room is transformed for the night. Couches and high-top cocktail tables will surround the

dance floor as revelers gather to celebrate. Remember to save room for our Midnight Gourmet

Slider Bar.

Dance the night away with The Kenny Simon Hourglass Band. The four piece band will keep you

entertained all night long playing a selection of popular music from the 1940’s to the 21st century,

including Rock’N’Roll, R&B, Hip Hop, Disco, Big Band, Swing, Ethnic, Latin, Ballroom, and more. Our

celebratory balloon drop will signal a New Year is upon us as complimentary champagne is passed

around for toasting.

• 7:30 pm – Cocktail Reception and Hors d’oeuvres (Bar by chit)

• 8:30 pm – Dinner six-course menu with a choice of entrée and Dessert Table

• 9 pm to 1 am – Dancing

• 12 Midnight – Complimentary Champagne and Gourmet Slider Bar

DRESS: Black Tie

COST: $130 per person + HST (All Bar and Dinner Wines by Chit.)

NOVEMBER 23, 2012 | 5

KITCHENNOTES

KitchenMaintenance

Closure

Our annual kitchen maintenance shut

down has been moved to the first few

days of January this year. The Clubhouse

Kitchen will be closed for January 2nd and

will re-open for business on January 11th.

The Dragon Lounge will be open and pro-

vide food service as normal during this time.

The Cooks’Tour Menu

Our Cook’s Tour Menu has been a great

success and ends on November 30th

due to the introduction of the Christmas

menus. Still a few days left to enjoy this

popular concept. Congratulations to the

kitchen brigade for showing their creativity

and passion.

6 | THE NEWS AT ST. GEORGE’S

CLUBHOUSE NEWS

CONDOLENCES TO OUR ST. GEORGE’S FAMILIES

We extend our condolences to Nora and Michael Meagher on

the recent passing of Nora’s mother, Dorothy-Anne Johnson.

She will be laid to rest in Halifax on December 8th.

It is with deep regret that we advise the Members of the death ofMr. Todd Kindree at the age of 93. Mr. Kindree had been actively

involved in the Club since 1961 as an avid Golf Member and past

Board Member. Our condolences to his son, Steve Kindree, and to

his family and friends.

FROM THE KITCHEN

A Taste of Italy

St. George’s collaborated with Howard Wasserman from B&W Wines

last Friday night and presented an Italian Themed Dinner and Wine

Night. Howard did a fantastic job pairing wines to the authentic

menu that included Braised Rabbit with Vegetable Confit and Slow Cooked

Lentils, Hand-made Pasta with Shaved Goat Cheese and Home Cured Boar.

The kitchen team led by Chef James Saunders, George Caracitsos and

Christopher Persico appeared between courses to introduce the dishes

and answer any questions.

TOP LEFT: Paolo Sanvino wines.

BOTTOM LEFT: Robert Morris and wife Evie Moskowitzand Joan and John Matheson.

TOP RIGHT: Rosanne Cox and Guests.

BOTTOM RIGHT: The delicious Braised Rabbit dish.

Ladies’ Golf Christmas LunchThursday, December 13th

12 noon in the Royal York Room, Table d'Hote Menu

APPETIZERParsnip, Ginger and Potato Soup

Topped Pear Crisps

or

Butter Bibb and Red Oak LeavesWoolwich Goat Cheese Croute, Caramelized Pecans,

Shaved Fennel and Sherry Vinaigrette

ENTRÉESButter Chicken

Steamed Vegetable Rice, Onion Bhaji and Stone-Grilled Naan

Mini Wrap DuoSmoked Turkey with Cranberry Spread

Bacon, Avocado and Tomato CreoleBaby Mixed Greens and Buttermilk Dill Vinaigrette

Ricotta and Spinach Agnolottiwith Wild Mushrooms, Caramelized Shallots in a Light Roasted Garlic Oil

Seared Salmon NicoiseMini Potatoes, Cherry Tomato, Green Beans, Kalamata Olives

tossed with Baby Spinach and Lemon Herb Dressing

Price $23.95

DESSERTSSticky Toffee Pudding

served with Roast Marshmallow Ice Cream

Bailey’s Chocolate Triflelayered with Meringue, Banana and Caramel Sauce

Price $6.95Coffee and Tea Included

Please reserve early! Seating is limited to 40 peopleCall Reception at 416-231-3393 or email reception@stgeorges.org

24 hour cancellation policy applies

CLUBHOUSE NEWS

EVENTRECAP

Cooking Class

Our Holiday Cooking Class held on No-

vember 8th was another sold out event

and all in attendance did a great job prepar-

ing Bailey’s Chocolate Trifle, Beet Cured

Salmon, Bubble’n’Squeek and Turkey with

Wild Mushroom Farce. Chef James even

gave some insight into making his famous

Christmas Stuffing!

NOVEMBER 23, 2012 | 7

Toronto andDistrict Bonspiel

he T&D Bonspiel was held November 13, 14 and

15 at various clubs in the GTA. St. George’s had

five teams competing this year. Congratulations

to Pat Sawa and her team of Barb Mosakos, Sandra

McManus and Marilyn Rudd for being finalists in the

Main Event Consolation.

St. George’swins the BayviewWomen’s Bonspiel

ongratulations to Lynn Berwick’s Thursday morning

curling team for winning the Bayview Women’s bon-

spiel on Saturday, November 3rd. It was a strong

field, with some good Toronto teams (Cheryl MacPherson,

Jeannette Soo, Vicki Marianchuk) but Team Berwick won

two games 7-2 and 11-1 positioning them first overall. The

team included Lynn Berwick skip, Elisabeth Turner at vice,

Teresa Karolidis at second and Tammy Dineen at lead.

According to the ladies the ice was... well let’s just say it’s

great to play at St. George’s again!

CURLING NEWS

FROM THE HACK

8 | THE NEWS AT ST. GEORGE’S

The Ladies’ curling section is off to a great start this year. We have six new

curlers in our section – Julie Clark, Julie Mason, Leeanne Murray, Susan

Saccucci, AlessiaSaiaci and Daria Taylor along with Nancy Carey who is

returning from a leave of absence and Nicole Brooks and Claire Steer who are

joining us from other sections. We would like to extend a very warm welcome to

all of these ladies and wish them good curling.

We have 15 teams competing for the Past Presidents’ Trophy on Tuesday after-

noons and 11 teams competing for the Cansfield Cup on Thursday mornings. The

finals for both of these series will take place in December.

The highlight of the fall curling season is always the one day Gordon Allen Bon-

spiel sponsored by Debbie Bond and her mother in memory of her father, a long

time curler at St. George’s. This event will take place on November 27.

Our Christmas fun day and luncheon will be

held on December 20 this year.

Remember to sign up on line for this

event and start gathering your hats,

scarves and mittens for the mitten tree.

These will all go to L.A.M.P. along with

money raised from the Christmas basket raf-

fle. All golfers and bridge players are invited to

join us for this special day. Details are as follows:

Ladies' CurlingChristmas LunchThursday, December 20th

Don't forget hats and mittens to decorate

our mitten tree for LAMP. A portion of the

proceeds from activities goes to LAMP.

• Curling 9:30 am

• Lunch 12 noon

• Menu and pricing to follow

RSVP by Thursday, December 13th by emailing reception@stgeorges.orgor calling 416-231-3393. 24 hour cancellation policy applies