Welcome NEW MEMBERS
Toni Lawrence Susan Phelps Gilly Melley Robin Boies Maryann Dirienzo Gail Lavasseur | |
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SEND US YOUR GOLF PHOTOS!
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We have lots of space in this column of our BLAST newsletter! If you take a great picture during your golf round this week, send it to [email protected] and we will add it to our photo board in the BLAST. Keep those cameras ready!
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Had a good time at the golf fitness event on Thursday. I hope those that went make use of the info to help their golf game. Our next fun social event is the Witches Tea which is always a hit. I hope you are getting your partners ready for the league play at Stoneybrook. Enjoy the cooler drier weather and welcome back to our seasonal friends who have returned.
Mo White
SWFL EWGA President
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this week's feature
YOGA FOR GOLFERS
|  SWFL EWGA is proud to offer YOGA FOR GOLFERS with SUSIE BIRCHENOUGH Certified at highest attainable level with Yoga Alliance, RYTe500; also Certified in Therapeutic Yoga thru Duke Integrative Medicine & Certified in Pilates as well as Barre Beginning THURSDAY October 22, 2014 6:00pm at the historic and beautiful Shangri-La Springs 27750 Old 41 Rd, Bonita Springs, FL 34135 We are actively trying to put together a weekly or bi-weekly practice to get the benefits of Yoga for Golfers, so your input is important. Make plans to attend this 1� hour first session for $20.00  |
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9 and Unwind on Mondays | |
On Monday, October 20 we will be playing at Vasari Country Club. Price for 18 holes is $25.00 tee times begin at 2:00pm. 9 holes are $20.00 and tee times begin at 4:40pm. We pay at the Pro Shop and Golf Carts must be in by 7:00 pm. After golf we will go to Joey D's for snacks and drinks. If you would like to play please e-mail me before Sunday noon. On Sunday afternoon I will send out the groups and tee times.
Thank you, Janet
Future Dates: 
October 20: Vasari
October 27: Naples Beach Hotel
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WITCHES TEA
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In primitive society, when native tribes beat the ground with clubs and yelled, it was called witchcraft; today, in civilized society, it is called golf. One of our favorite social events! The Witches Tea is a fun opportunity to gather around the cauldron with your favorite witches. In the "spirit" of Halloween, come dressed in your most festive witch costume for a chance to win fame and fortune. Your registration fee will cover a 3-entree dinner buffet, 2 drink tickets with free entry into the costume contest. Make plans to attend and invite a friend who might have interest in joining the chapter! We will be on the patio (weather permitting) casting spells, and lifting a chalice or two.
Costume contestants will be judged and determined by audience applause in the following categories: The Allison Gross Award (Ugliest Witch in the North Country), best Golf Themed Witch, and The Glenda Award (Good Witch).
October 29, 5:30 - 9:00 at Boston Beer Garden
2396 Immokalee Rd. Naples, FL
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11th Annual Flamingo Cup
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WHEN: Saturday, October 25, 2014, Check-in from 11:30 am Team meeting at 12:30 Shotgun start 1:00 PM
WHERE: Hammock Bay Golf and Country Club. 1370 Borghese Ln, Naples,FL (239) 389-6600
PRICE: $90.00 Includes: Golf, Range Balls, Hors D'oeuvres, Buffet Dinner,Taxes, Tips. EWGA play rates are $45.00 for practice rounds. Call Pro shop directly to set up practice rounds.
FORMAT: Four Ball Match Play.
Two players from the Southwest Florida team play their net best ball against the net best ball of two players from the Palm Beach team.
We are allowing players to pick a playing partner, but not allowing a handicap difference greater than 6, If it is, 6 will be the maximum number of strokes allowed.
TEAM: Teams will consist of at least 20 players from each coast. Registration is open to first 40 players however the actual match play event will be determined by the number of players from the other coast. There will be a cut off as far as the tournament but you will still be able to play at Hammock Bay and attend dinner if you do not make the team cut off. So sign up early.
REGISTRATION: 
deadline 10/20/14.
Credit cards only.
Handicaps will be verified.
Contact Sharyl Wicks [email protected] 239-272-7046
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SAVE THE DATE: NOVEMBER 20,2014
|  Be sure to register early for the Annual Kick-off Event The FIRST 100 people that register will receive a $20.00 gift Card to the PGA Tour Superstore! That makes this evening even more affordable! Save the date and plan to attend the Annual Season Kick-off as we can hardly contain our excitement about all of the new ideas and events that we have planned. As an extra bonus, we will be entertained this year by Michael Petit, known throughout the comedy world for his "Jokes and Strokes" Graciously hosted at Wyndemere Country Club, the evening is guaranteed to include fabulous food, friends and fun. Mark your calendar now for November 20, 2014 and If you have a friend that is thinking about joining, but wants to learn more about the group, first-this is the event for them! Of course, we have a special offer for them, too! SPECIAL OFFER: All NEW members who sign up at this event can save $20 off of the regular priced Classic level membership. Plus, all guests will be entered into a drawing for a FREE membership. If they prefer to fill out a form, just write the code at the top and mail them to us all at once so we know they joined at your event. Come celebrate the kick-off of our season! Get reconnected and hear a sneak preview about what the SWFL EWGA chapter has planned for a great year! Former members can return and pay the regular renewal rate - no extra fees required - to get involved with EWGA again. |
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LEAGUE PLAY UPDATE
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STARTING IN NOVEMBER, WE WILL HAVE TWO LEAGUES
SATURDAY MORNINGS at STONEYBROOK(SHOTGUN START)
THURSDAY AFTERNOONS at HIBISCUS GOLF COURSE
STONEYBROOK INFO:
Brand new team format - play with a set partner
6 weeks November 8 - January 10 (round 1)
You have been asking for a more formal and committed league and we are going to see how it goes. This league requires you to sign up and pay for all 6 weeks(dates will be known in advance) and you can sign up 2 different ways:
Commit to play with 1 partner for all 6 events. Each week your team will play a different team and at the end of the 6 events there will be a team winner. If you do not have a partner, you can sign up as a single player and we will pair you with someone for the entire 6 events. Once the league begins, if you cannot make a date, you will be responsible for finding a replacement player for yourself. Don't let your teammate down . If you cannot commit to all 6 events but want to be called if someone needs a substitute, we will put your name on a alternate list. Details are being finalized and sign up will be available soon.
WE NEED A COUPLE OF VOLUNTEERS FOR THIS LEAGUE. Since signup and teams will be predetermined and paid for, we are looking for 1 or 2 people that will be able to help keep track of the weekly team rankings and the "go to" person for the pro shop if there are any questions.
Very minimal time required.
Please let me (Sharyl Wicks) know if you would be willing to help out.
For both leagues, everyone will have to sign up and pay in advance on 123signup, no exceptions
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MEMBER SERVICES
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NEWS FROM HQ!!!
Status of the Chapter Recruitment Challenge
- The Challenge: Every Chapter that gains at least 6 NEW members from September 1 through November 30 will be sent a package of logoed giveaways to share with your members. That's just 2 each month!
- The Southwest Florida Chapter is already a winner - they gained 8 new members in September! Boise/Treasure Valley, ID is almost there too because they gained 4 new members last month! Los Angeles, CA and Middle Tennessee each gained 3 new members, and 7 other Chapters met the monthly challenge by gaining 2 new members.
- During September there were 34 Chapters who recruited new members. Did your Chapter make the list? Don't miss out on the Challenge!
Getting Older Does Have It's Rewards!
If you are going to be turning 65 within your EWGA Membership (but not necessarily the calendar) year, you can renew at the lower senior rate of $100 when your renewal comes due! For example, if your membership is due for renewal on October 15th but you will turn 65 on March 20th, you are entitled to the lower renewal rate. Just call Kate Moore 1-800-407-1477, ext. 10 at EWGA Member Services when you are ready to renew, and she will be happy to help!
Change of Address or Email? Please make sure you inform us so that we can keep your profile up to date. Our 123 Signup system is email, not name based, so it's important that you let us know of any changes so you won't have trouble registering for all the great events we have coming up! Send an email with your changes to Barb Schanmier, Member Services Director.
We are looking for volunteers to help with our very popular "Chapter Buddy" program: be a link to our Chapter by offering to be available to contact and answer any questions a new member may have. Many of us joined withour knowing any other members and were "taken in" and helped by more seasoned members. Now it's your chance to "pay it forward"! If you are interested or need more information, contact Sue Shaeffer. |
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CME VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
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CME Titleholders LPGA Tournament is
Nov. 18-23 at Tiburon Golf Club
In order for our chapter to Marshal a hole
we need volunteers! If you are interested in being a volunteer let us know, and
We look forward to hearing from you.
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BIGGEST LOSER HANDICAP CHALLENGE
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Monday, 20 - 9 and Unwind - Vasari
Saturday, 25 - Pink Flamingo - Hammock Bay
Monday, 27 - 9 and Unwind - Naples Beach Golf Club
Thursday, 29 - WItches Tea Social - Boston Beer Garden
NOVEMBER
Thursday, 20 - Annual Kickoff Meeting (Wyndemere)
Saturday, 22 - Vasari Golf Event-12:30 shotgun
DECEMBER
Sunday, 14 - Jingle Bell Open (The Rookery)
JANUARY
Saturday, 3 - Quail Creek Golf Event
MARCH
Saturday, 15 - Grandaza Golf Event
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 | Send us your golf photos! | | We have lots of space in the left column of our BLAST newsletter! If you take a great picture during your golf round this week, send it to [email protected] and we will add it to our photo board in the BLAST. Keep those cameras ready!
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