Welcome NEW MEMBERS
Maryann DiRienzo
Gail Lavasseur Janet Gordon (R)
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Nice cooler morning. Love it. Golf fitness is this week, two sessions. I will be there will you ?
Start thinking about your partner for the Stoneybrook league. I am excited to try out the new format.
We hope you like the new BLAST design. The quick links take you right to your favorite articles. Our website is linked as well so that you can stay current with all of the up-to-date information about our events and happenings in SWFL EWGA! Enjoy!
Mo White
SWFL EWGA President
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IN AN EFFORT TO HELP YOU
The SWFL EWGA will host two sessions of an Interactive Golf Fitness Program
This program is limited to the first 10 members who register for each session.
It will be Interactive, but not a "workout"
ONLY 10 SPACES AVAILABLE FOR EACH OF THESE FREE SESSIONS
The FREE sessions are October 9 at 3:30 and 5:30
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Core 360 Wellness Studio-located at 7700 Trail Blvd Suite 107
(Right off of Tamiami Tr N, just south of Vanderbilt Beach Rd-in the plaza just south of Tavern West.
Instruction will be led by
Joey Hayes
She has over 16 years in Health and Fitness Industry with specializations in Golf Fitness, post rehab, senior fitness and wellness programing.
She earned a Master's Degree in Sports & Exercise Management from THE Ohio State University
Level2 TPI Golf Fitness Professional
ACSM Health Fitness Specialist
NASM Corrective Exercise Specialist
Attendees should wear comfortable clothing-either workout or golf attire will work.
No dress clothes - no golf shoes - no jeans - tennis shoes are best-no flip flops or heels.
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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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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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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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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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9 and Unwind on Mondays |
On Monday, Oct. 13 we will be playing at Tiburon Golf Club. 9 or 18 holes is $35.00 plus each golfer will receive a free drink coupon. 18 holes begin 2:30 pm and 9 holes at 4:40pm. After golf we can go to Caper's Kitchen for snacks and drinks. If interested please e-mail Janet. Deadline to sign up is Monday noon.
Future Dates: 
October 13: Tiburon
October 20: Vasari
October 27: Naples Beach Hotel
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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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MEMBER SERVICES
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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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Michele's Golf Tips
|  Do you pull your putts left of the hole? A common miss with the putter is a ball that rolls left of the hole. There may be several reasons for this miss, but one common one can be corrected easily. If you place your putter on the ground behind the ball and press a little downward, you will have to lift your putter up a bit in order to start the backstroke. When you lift the putter, there is a tendency for the putter to close slightly so that when you strike your putt, it will send the ball left of your target. Keep your putter slightly off the ground behind your ball at setup and see if this helps you get back on track. |
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Monday, 6 - 9 and Unwind - Tiburon
Thursday, 9 - Interactive golf fitness 3:30 & 5:30
Monday, 13 - 9 and Unwind - Tiburon
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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