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NEWS BITES...Click on the headline to go directly to that pagePAGE 2 - St. George’s 2nd at World Club ChampionshipPAGE 3 - The Golf Shop’s Holiday Gift Giving GuidePAGE 4 - Celebrate the 100th Grey Cup at St. George’sPAGE 5 - Ring in the new year at our annual galaPAGE 8 - Curling News from the Hack
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
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