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When Irish Eyes are SmilingFriday, March 15 6 to 9pm

First Course - Truffled White Asparagus BisqueCreamy Truffled White Asparagus Bisque, with Shave Prosciutto & Basil Garnish

Second Course - Filet MignonPerfectly Charred 8oz Filet with Blue Crab Oscar topping, Grilled Asparagus, and Au Gratin Potatoes

Dessert - Chocolate Covered CheesecakeNew York Style Cheesecake with a Dark Chocolate “Shell”

$55/person

Saturday, March 23 6pm – untilA fabulous five-course dinner paired perfectly with expertly selected wines from

Ketcham Estate Vineyards

Duo of Chef Created Passed Bites ReceptionKETCHAM ESTATE SAVANA ROSE de PINOT NOIR and

KETCHAM ESTATE RUSSIAN RIVER VALLEY CLONE PINOT NOIR

Seared ScallopSeared Jumbo Scallop, Truffled Cauliflower Crème Brulé, Apple and Frisse with Apple Vinaigrette

KETCHUM ESTATE CHARDONNAY

Foie GrasSeared Foie Gras, Blackberry Jam on Butter-toasted Brioche, crushed Hazelnuts and Blackberry Gastric

KETCHUM ESTATE VINEYARD PINOT NOIR

Coriander Crusted Duck BreastDuck Breast coated in cracked Coriander, served with Honey and Spice Poached Pear with Honey Pear Jus

KETCHUM ESTATE RUSSIAN RIVER VIOGNIER

Pepper Crusted Petit FiletA 4oz petit Filet crusted in Black Pepper grilled and served with Seared Wild Mushrooms,

Allie’s Pinot-infused Cherries, and a Cherry Bordeaux SauceKETCHUM ESTATE ALLIE’S RESERVE PINOT

Dark Chocolate & RaspberriesRich Raspberry and dark Chocolate Ganache, atop a toasted Graham Crumble,

Fresh Raspberries and Raspberry GlazeKETCHUM ESTATE PINOT NOIR DI AMORE

$85/person / Sitter Service available

Bon Operatit Dinner Concert

Ketcham Estate Wine Dinner

March 6- March 13- March 20-

March 27- April 3-

Crawfish Boil & BINGO!South of the BorderTaste of the Orient& BINGO!Texas Smokehouse BBQSouthern Comfort

Mardi Gras BuffetTuesday, March 5see back cover

Family Night BingoWednesdays, March 6 and 20see page 8

MGA Kickoff BashSaturday & Sunday, March 9 & 10see page 6

Spring and StringsTennis SocialSaturday, March 16see page 6

Member-GuestGeaux CupMarch 28-30see page 4

Phone DirectoryClubhouseTennis & Fitness CenterOak GrillGolf Pro ShopDirector of AgronomyPoolCorporate Office

Email AddressesChris Inman, Presidentchrisi@beauchenecc.com

Don Beaver, Club Managerdonb@beauchenecc.com

David Ramey, Executive Chefdavid@beauchenecc.com

Fred Schroeder, Director of Golffreds@beauchenecc.com

Matt Campagne, Assistant Managermattc@beauchenecc.com

Ted Smith, Director of Agronomyteds@beauchenecc.com

John Ballard, Director of Tennis johnb@beauchenecc.com

Mary Piper, Director of Fitness mary@beauchenecc.com

Darlene Saucier, Director of Childcare darlene@beauchenecc.com

Zane Wilson, Membership Directorzane@beauchenecc.com

Hours of Operation

Golf OperationsPro Shop Tuesday-Sunday 7a.m. - 5p.m.*Range open 7:30 a.m. - 5p.m.* Range closes at 4p.m. on Sunday *Closed Mondays*6 p.m. after March 10** 5 p.m. after March 10

Tennis / Fitness OperationsAccess available from 4:30 a.m. - 11p.m. with access card. Indoor tennis until 11p.m., Reception staffed 8 a.m. - 7 p.m. Mon. - Fri., 9 a.m. - 7 p.m. Sat. and Sun.

Childcare HoursMonday-Thursday 8-2 p.m. & 4:30-8 p.m.Friday 8-2 p.m. & 5:30-9 p.m. (small fee)Saturday 9a.m.-2 p.m., Sunday CLOSED

POOL OPERATIONSNo lifeguards on duty. Members with pool access may swim at their own risk between the hours of 7am and 8pm.

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y name is Zane Wilson and I am so excited to introduce myself as the new Membership Director of Beau Chêne

Country Club. I am delighted to be a part of the Beau Chêne community and look forward to meeting each and every one of you!

A few things to know about me: I am originally from Birmingham, Alabama. I may not be a New Orleans native, but I consider myself to be a true New Orleanian. My mom is originally from here, and I grew up visiting my grandmother often. I also cannot get enough of Louisiana cuisine; jazz music always makes me feel like dancing; I am a huge fan of ‘dem Saints (we’re going to the Super Bowl next year, and I refuse to

by Zane Wilson, BCCC Membership Director

Membership

believe I’m jinxing our chances by saying so); and I never miss an opportunity to go to one of our numerous festivals. Call me Cajun ;) In my free time, I enjoy volunteering with the Junior League of New Orleans and the American Cancer Society and traveling and speaking Spanish. My office is on the left when you walk into the main clubhouse entry. Don’t be a stranger; my door is always open. Please feel free to come by, and if the occasion presents itself, bring in a prospective member or two so I can help introduce them to our Beau Chêne Country Club resort lifestyle!

*Don’t forget to mark your calendars on Tuesday, March 5, 2019, when Beau Chêne Country Club will be hosting a Mardi Gras dinner buffet, 5-8 pm.

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GOLF TOURNAMENT RESULTS

NFC - AFC Super Bowl Ryder CupFebruary 2nd, Oak Course NFC 107 - AFC 87 - (NFC team $80.00 pp)

NFC(Captain)Fred Schroeder Jim Farris

Pete TheoBrandon Bowling

Gordon CainRoy Thompson

Richard ChildersJoel Oliveire

Mark InmanRyan Dalton

Steve ErnstBruce Broussard

Bill CookSteve Glassman

Jay CapouchRichard Wilson

Bill BomarPhil Hubert

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AFC(Captain)Eddie Cox Glen Durham

Joel ChildressSkip Sewell

Lee PearsonKeith Jarrett

Duke TrubyKeith Rotolo

Heath WahdenRick Courville

Bryan GerbrachtGreg Wilkinson

Larry OggsJoe Mathis

Mark LingleDave Pesses

David LindseyRalph Marshall

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Couples Valentine Point Quota February 10th, Magnolia CourseTeam ResultsFirst Place Jay & Mary Capouch +5 $75.00Second Place Rich & Janice Hontas -1 $50.00Third Place Tom Terrell & Paula Greenland -5 $30.00

Individual Results First Place $35 Ken Looper -3 Mary Pitts +5

Second Place $25 Dave Dotter - 4 Betty Miller +3

Mary & Jay Capouch Couples Valentine Point Quota Champions

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On Thursday, March 14th from 5:30 – 8:30pm in the Ballroom as representatives from the Louisiana Golf Association give a presentation on the Rules of Golf. 2019 has seen rules adopted/altered for the first time since 1984 and this event is designed to assist everyone with understanding them. Light snacks and beverages will be available. Cost is $30 for BCCC members with an LGA handicap and $40 for all others.

Nothing welcomes the Spring like a concert by Bon Operatit on Saturday, March 2nd from 6 to 9pm, “When Irish Eyes are Smiling”. Arrive at Morgan’s Lounge at 6pm for “beverages”, be seated in the Ballroom by 6:45pm; dinner service to follow and be thoroughly entertained by the vocal talents of the foursome Bon Operatit for just $55/person. Reservations are a must and we encourage you to make up your own tables. See front cover for the dinner menu.

Tennis gets into the swing of things with their annual Spring and Strings Tennis Social on Saturday, March 16th. This event is all about the member experience…plan on enjoying the food, beverage, camaraderie and maybe a little tennis too! And…Sitter Service is available.

“Erin Go Bragh” (Ireland Forever)! St. Patrick’s Day falls on Sunday, March 17th this year, but be prepared to enjoy tender and flavorful corned beef and cabbage throughout the weekend of March 15th – 17th. Remember to wear your green.

Ketcham Estate Winery will be combining their handcrafted wines with Executive Chef David Ramey’s talents to create an exceptional Gourmet Wine Dinner on Saturday, March 23rd from 6pm until for $85/person. BCCC members Brian and Katie Ellis introduced us to the Ketcham Winery, a family-owned, boutique winery that features award-winning Pinot Noirs, Chardonnays, Viogniers and Pinot Noir

Roses. Both Winery Owner Mark Ketcham and his lovely wife Katie will be on hand that evening too! Please see front cover for more details. We promise that the event will be well worth the price and Sitter Service is available!

Our second annual Geaux Cup (Member-Guest) will be held Thursday, March 28th – Saturday, March 30th. See page 4 for additional details. Note: Sitter Service is available for the Saturday evening party.

Now, that is a busy month of March at your Beau Chêne Country Club, complete with everything from Fitness to Tennis to Golf to Food, Beverage and Social!

Upcoming: Due to the timing of the 2019 APT/WAPT Tournament (April 15th – 20th), we have scheduled Breakfast with Bunny and the Easter Egg Hunts for Saturday, April 13th and naturally, the Easter Sunday Brunch Buffet Feast is on Easter Sunday, April 21st. The Beau Chêne Homeowners Association has scheduled a concert in the Pavilion featuring the music of “Sugar Bomb” on Saturday, April 27th. This event will be open to all Beau Chêne residents and food/beverage will be available for purchase.

Staff Announcements: Last month, we congratulated two deserving management team members who moved on to career opportunities. This month, we are blessed to introduce two outstanding additions to our management team: Zane Wilson, our new Membership Director (see page 2 for more information) and Darlene Saucier, our new Childcare Director (see page 8 for more information). I know you will join me in welcoming Zane and Darlene to the Beau Chêne family!

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by Donald “Don” E. Beaver, Jr., CCM, CCE - Club Manager

From the Manager

or the Northshore, the month of March ushers in Mardi Gras festivities, the end of Daylight Savings, springtime activities,

favorable weather (let’s hope!) and a jam-packed calendar at Beau Chêne Country Club!

Nothing welcomes the Spring season in our region like Mardi Gras (Tuesday, March 5th) and BCCC will be serving up a regional and traditional Buffet Dinner from 5 to 8pm. Celebrate the evening attired in your green, gold and purple…and plenty of beads.

The kids are out of school all week and the very next day is Ash Wednesday, March 6th when we will be serving up a mouth-watering Family Dinner Buffet with BINGO featuring a Crawfish Boil, Fried Chicken and more – a real family friendly event! Reservations please. The Family Dinner Buffet will be served every Wednesday in the month with a second BINGO Night on Wednesday, March 20th!

Daylight Savings begins as of Sunday morning, March 10th. Please remember to “spring forward” with your clocks, especially the golfers who will be playing in the BCCC Men’s Golf Association Kick-Off Bash which will be held March 8th – 10th. They begin with a Players Draft Party on Friday, March 8th from 6 to 7pm in the Ballroom. Play begins with an 8:30am shotgun start on Saturday, March 9th on the Oak Course and resumes on Sunday, March 10th with a shotgun start at 8:30am on the Magnolia Course. Lunch will be served following play as prizes are awarded. Sign up in the Pro Shop.

The change in time also increases our operating times for your enjoyment. The Clubhouse and Golf Shop closes at 6pm on Sundays and Tuesdays (instead of 5pm), while the driving range closes at 6pm Tuesday – Saturday. Note: The range closes at 5pm on Sundays.

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Golf Newsby Fred Schroeder, Director of Golf

Beau Chêne Country Club 2019 Couples Golf Schedule Kicks off

he Business First Bank Golf Classic returns professional golf to Beau Chêne Country Club again this year. This is an opportunity to

see future PGA & LPGA Tour Members and hopefully future stars play our Oak & Magnolia Golf Courses. This year’s tournament will be held April 15th - 20th, with both a Men’s Division & a Women's Division.

As a benefit for being a member at Beau Chêne Country Club there are so many opportunities to get involved and support the APT & WAPT Tours, Players, and your Club as well.

A) Participate in Business First Bank Classic PRO-AM on Tuesday April 16th! With your Pro-Am Sponsorship, this allows you three players into the Pro-Am with one of the top money winners from the APT Tour. You will also receive a Hole-Advertisement Sign, plus a Scotty Cameron Putter.

B) Volunteers are needed Wednesday, April 17th - Saturday April 20th, as

starters, scoring checkpoints, live scoring (Fri & Sat only), spotters, scoring tents. I’m very happy Mary Capouch has agreed to again be our Volunteer Chairperson. She did a wonderful job last year, but she needs your help! Please contact Mary at 985-789-0720, it’s a volunteer job that you will enjoy.

C) The players that commit to the Business First Bank Classic are so fortunate that we have such a generous membership that open their homes for private housing. Mary Pitts will again serve as the tournament’s Private Housing Chairperson. Mary was amazing last year; she was able to find housing for every player that requested housing. She cannot do this without your help, so please contact Mary Pitts at 985-630-3978 if you can house a young man or lady into your home for a few days.

D) We are creating our own “PARTY HOLE” on #16 Oak for this year’s Business First Bank Classic. This will be a great spectator area, with food & drinks.

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2019 Business First Bank Pro-Am Golf Classic April 15 - April 20, Both Men’s and Women’s Divisions

2ND Annual GEAUX CUPBeau Chêne Member-GuestMarch 28th, 29th and 30th

Format: 9-Hole Round Robin Best-Ball Match Play

Each Team will play a 9-hole match with each team within their Flight. Each Flight winner will compete in a “Shootout” Saturday afternoon

Schedule of EventsThursday, March 28th Outdoor Event with Food & Drink & Music Putting / Chipping Competition Players Pool, Open Auction Bidding Spouse or Guest will Receive Tee-Gift Friday, March 29th 9:00 A.M. Shotgun w/Three - Nine Hole Matches (27 Holes) Box Lunch Mid-Round Drinks on the Course

Saturday, March 30th 9:00 A.M. Shotgun Two - Nine Hole Matches (18 Holes)

1:00 P.M.- Lunch / Shootout follows Lunch

7:00 P.M - Geaux Cup Post-Tournament Party

Entry Fee: $700.00 Team includes… Tee Gifts for Players & Spouse / Guest Food & Drinks Thursday Afternoon & Saturday Evening Childcare (Reservations Required)

Committee: Scot Rumsey, T.C. Ford, Brad Upton and James Richardson

MGAKICK OFF

BASH WEEKEND

Saturday and Sunday,March 9 & 10

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Ladies Linksby Louise Rusch, BCLGA Public Relations

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BCLGA enjoying lunch despite the weather

BCLGAUPCOMING EVENTS

March 6, 2019- Team Play

March 13, 2019- Cha-Cha-Cha Paired Event

March 20, 2019- Low Gross/Low Net

March 27, 2019- Course Closed

Events are open to all Beau Chêne lady golfers. The pro shop can help you establish a handicap if you’re just beginning. “Test Drive” two play days before joining BCLGA if you’d prefer. Call Mary at (985) 845-0031 for more info.

Gillian Pressney, Oak #16 Sorry Gillian..Sooo close!

Weather Delayo our dismay the BCLGA had no golf event this month due to rain and slop. Not to be outdone

however, we had a lovely impromptu luncheon on February 13 in the Oak

Grill. Mary Pitts was our “hostess with the mostest”. A great time was had by 18 of our ladies. Hopefully we will be able to get back to golf next month!

Sat., March 9 & Sun., March 10MGA Kick-Off Bash Weekend

Oak Course Sat. & Magnolia Course Sun. 8:30 A.M. Shotgun (Both mornings)

Thursday, March 14Louisiana Golf Association &

USGA Rules Seminar Beau Chêne Country Club Ballroom

5:30 -8:30 P.M.

Saturday, March 23 BCCC Member Tournament Series

Oak Course / Tee -Times beginning @ 8:30 A.M.

Sunday, March 24Couples’ Spring Tri-Format Tournament Magnolia Course / 11:30 A.M. Shotgun

Fri., March 29 & Sat., March 302nd Annual Geaux Cup Member-Guest

Oak Course Sat. & Magnolia Course Sun.

Sat., April 6MGA Event #2 (Format TBD)

Magnolia Course8:30 A.M. Shotgun Start

UPCOMING EVENTS

Spring Road TripDancing Rabbit

Golf Club Philadelphia, Mississippi

Monday and Tuesday, April 1-2

$225.00 per person + Room includes…

• Play Both Courses at Dancing Rabbit Golf Club (Oak & Azaleas)

• Roundtrip Bus included in the price / Depart from the Club @ 6:00AM Monday, April 1st

• Tournament Prize Fee

• Limited to 40 players / MGA Members have priority till 3/15/19

• Players will be responsible for contacting the Dancing Rabbit Inn 1-866-447-3275 to make room accommodations

•Please make checks payable to BCMGA– $225.00

Sign Up Today for a “GREAT TRIP”

BCMGA

A Little Golf HumorOne day a player asked his coach: “What is wrong with my game?”

The coach answered: “You are standing too close to the ball after you hit it.”

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Tennis Newsby John Ballard, Tennis Director

S pring is here...or it is really close!!! March and April can be two of the best months of the year for tennis on

the Northshore and we have a lot going on here at the Club!

First of all, I am excited to announce that our first tennis mixer is taking place this month. Our Spring and Strings Tennis Social is scheduled for Saturday March 16th and has been a a really fun event with great people, food, cold beverages and tennis! It will be a Saturday evening event with complimentary childcare available for fitness members. If that sounds like fun, call or stop by the tennis desk and sign up! Be on the lookout to sign up for our Crawfish Mixer April 13th. Don’t wait too long to sign up for either of these events because there are limited spots available.

Free Beginner/begin again clinics are starting up every Thursday morning in the month of March from 9-10am. (BCCC No.3506). These are a really fun way to see what all your friends are talking about or jump back into tennis after having not played for a few years. There are only 8 spots available so please call the tennis desk to get in on the action.

I would also like to mention our Junior Program to parents and grandparents of kids 10 and under. We have recently moved kids up in groups due to age and ability level leaving our 10&under programs smaller at the moment. This is a great opportunity to get your kids started playing tennis the right way without them feeling like they are behind on their first clinic. The previous group of kids have moved up due to participation in clinics as well as the benefits of learning to play matches in Coach Oscar’s Beau Chêne Junior League. Our Junior Program offers a good pathway for playing tournaments, playing tennis for high school teams, or just getting the skills necessary to enjoy tennis, the sport of a lifetime. Come give our Junior Program a try...this is the perfect time!

If you have any questions regarding adult tennis, junior tennis, clinics, lessons, racquet questions, etc. please come bring them to me! I so enjoy serving our membership and want to continue getting people plugged into our tennis program. As always please feel free to call or stop by the tennis desk we would love to take care of you! See you on the courts!

Monday Night Tennis going away party for Carlos Gonzalez. It’s a tough loss for us but we are happy for Carlos and his family.

John Nichols in true Wimbledon fashion presenting Carlos Gonzalez the GOAT trophy! Carlos played in 432 Monday Night Sessions.

Also, 3,888 games played while winning 2,922. All records. GOAT!

MGA KICK OFF BASH WEEKENDSaturday and Sunday, March 9 & 10

Players Draft Selection Party Friday, March 8 Open Bar 6:00 - 7:00 for players only - Ballroom

Please attend the draft!B-Players will select their A-Players D-Players will select their C-Players

Saturday, March 98:30 A.M. - Shotgun Start / Oak Course 9-Hole Best Ball 9-Hole Modified Alternate Shot

Sunday, March 108:30 A.M. Shotgun Start Magnolia Course9-Hole Scramble 9-Hole Shamble Best Ball

$80.00 Entry Fee includes:Open Bar Friday Night,Lunch Following Play on Sunday, and Prizes.

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Fitness Newsby Mary Piper, Fitness Director

Happy Mardi Gras!! Parades, parties, king cakes! So much fun, we really do know how to have a

great time. But partying usually comes with a price, and that price unfortunately goes right on that waistline! Ash Wednesday is March 6th and that’s when Lent begins, what a great time to give up something we love and at the same time try to lose those extra pounds. We are so excited to offer you a 30-Day Transformation Weight Loss Challenge!

Accountability, Coaching, Motivation & PRIZES! Here is what you will get:• Alex Tenguis from Nutrishop will bring his InBody device on Wednesday,

March 6th, which will provide you a comprehensive view of your body composition balance, body water, proteins, minerals and body fat. Can’t make that day? No worries, he is offering to do it at his shop at your convenience. We’ll also measure your flexibility and test your strength.

• You will receive a 28-Day Dietician approved suggested whole food meal plan which includes recipes and grocery lists. First 2 days are detox days, afterwards calories around 1500 to 1600/day. The first 2 weeks, carbs are less than 80 grams, second 2 weeks they are around 100 grams and protein 100g/day.

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Courtney and Kyle Gulledge

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• 9 days (3x/week) small group personal training sessions which will include strength training and cardio.

• Webinars to listen to at your convenience: Menu Planning; Why Exercise? (How your body makes medicine); The Sweet Facts on Sugar; How to Live without Pain & Inflammation; Moving Waste from your Waistline (not just exercise); and Details of Label Reading.

• A private Facebook group for our Transformation challenge for comradery, accountability and also daily inspirational emails! All of this for only $299! Call 985-845-3504 to sign up!

I’m pleased to highlight a young couple for our Fitness Members of the Month, Courtney and Kyle Gulledge. Fairly new to the Club, the Gulledges moved to Beau Chêne in August and immediately joined the Fitness Center. Courtney started going to the Power Yoga class and gradually added more classes to her routine, while Kyle religiously goes to the gym. It’s exciting to see couples enjoying their workout at the Fitness Center and we are very happy to be able to accommodate both of them.

How long have you been Beau Chêne Fitness Members? We joined in August when we moved to Beau Chêne. Have you always been into fitness? Courtney: Not really, I don’t mind working out but I can’t say I have ever enjoyed it. Kyle definitely encourages me. Kyle: Yes, since I joined the military in 2002. What made you decide to join Beau Chêne Fitness Center? We like the convenience of having a gym in our neighborhood that also comes with

classes and childcare comparable to what we were paying at our previous gym. Do you take classes? Courtney: Yes, I first started taking Stephanie’s Power Yoga classes and fell in love. I more recently added Power Pump and Barre classes. Kyle: No, I use the gym. How often do you work-out? What motivates you?

Courtney: Kyle being disciplined and staying in shape is motivating for me but I think the older I get the more I realize I need it. I try to take 3 classes a week. Kyle: My goal is 5 days a week. I enjoy working out and the results are motivating enough for me.

How important is nutrition to you? Do you follow any specific diet? We have never followed any specific diet but we have always been conscious of what we eat. We try to eat foods that are high in protein and fiber while minimizing our sodium intake.

How do you feel incorporating fitness into your lifestyle has helped in other ways besides physically? Courtney: In yoga especially, it has helped create a time and space for me to disconnect from the distractions of everyday life. I am starting to like working out more. Kyle: It has helped build confidence Why do you think residents should be Fitness Members at Beau Chêne? Beau Chêne is really making a great effort to

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March 6- Ash Wednesday Crawfish Boil & Fried Chicken Buffet with BINGO$18 for your first tray of Crawfish and the Buffet, $12 for additional trays of Crawfish. (Reservations required by Noon on Tuesday March 5th)Grab a Two Pound tray of Crawfish tray with Corn on the Cob, Boiled Potatoes, Fried Chicken, and Jambalaya for Ash Wednesday with composed salads and choices for the kids.

March 13- South of the BorderCome out for the FIESTA! We will be dishing up our favorite Mexican Dishes! Dig in on the Chicken Enchiladas, Pork Carnitas and Fried Chicken. Along with a Nacho & Salsa Bar.

March 20- BINGO Night & Taste of the OrientCheck out our Asian-themed Buffet with Beef & Broccoli, Chicken Stir Fry, Chef’s choice Carving Station, Fried Rice, & Sushi Bites! Of course, Fried Chicken too! With this spread you will be asking for more!

March 27- Texas Smokehouse BBQ We will be Smoking it up for days leading into this one, enjoy Dry Rubbed and Smoked Pork Ribs, Slow Smoked Brisket with Fried Chicken. All the sides and sauces to go along with your heaping plate of Smokehouse Meats.

April 3- Southern Comfort BuffetHouse Fried Chicken, Shrimp Etouffee and Red Beans. This Southern night will be loaded with your favorite side dishes like grandma use to make.

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March 7 – Red Beans and Rice with Fried CatfishTraditional Louisiana Red Beans with Andouille Sausage accompanied by Crispy Fried Catfish and Sides.

March 14 – Chicken Enchiladas & Pork CarnitasCheesy Chicken Enchiladas, and tender Pork Carnitas with Mexican Sides, Salsas and Tortilla Chips.

March 21 -Beef & Broccoli & Chicken Stir FryAsian-themed Buffet with Beef & Broccoli and Chicken Stir Fry with Asian-inspired side dishes.

March 28 - Smokehouse Brisket and Pork RibsSlow Smoked, Sliced Tender Brisket with house BBQ Sauce, and Dry Rubbed Pork Ribs. Served with Smokehouse Sides.

Apsril 4 – Fried Chicken & Shrimp EtouffeeHouse Fried Chicken, Crispy and Seasoned with our house blend. Accompanied by Shrimp Etouffee and served with Southern Sides

$13 Adults $7 Children 11 and Under 11:30 to 2 pmThursday Lunch Buffets

Beau Chêne Brunch BuffetServed Every Sunday

9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

$15 for adults and $7.50 children under 12 years of ageReservations suggested for parties of 5 or more

ello, my name is Darlene Saucier and I am your new Beau Chêne Country Club Childcare Director. I earned a degree in

Psychology from Kent State University and have resided in Mandeville for the last 19 years with my loving husband and two beautiful daughters.

I have spent the past 18 years working with children in my church nursery and preschool beginning as a nursery worker; soon becoming the Nursery Director and eventually I was asked to assume the role of the Business Administrator. Over the years, I have come to appreciate my love of watching and helping the little ones in our community learn and grow. I am so excited to be starting this new journey

at Beau Chêne Country Club as its Childcare Director. We cannot wait for you all to see what we have in store for your little ones!

This month – in addition to Friday Night Sitter Service – we will be offering Sitter service from 5 to 8pm for the Spring & Strings Tennis Social on Saturday, March 16th; again from 6 to 10pm on Saturday, March 23rd for the Ketcham Gourmet Wine Dinner and then again from 6pm – 10pm for the Geaux Cup Party on Saturday, March 30th. Make your reservations early due to the limited capacity. Costs are $12/hour for one child and $15/hour for 2 or more children in a family.

by Darlene Saucier, Childcare Director

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Chef’s Notesby Executive Chef, David Ramey

ardi Gras is here and Spring is just days away! To Celebrate Fat Tuesday (March 5th) come out

and enjoy our traditional Mardi Gras Buffet. We are going to fill you up with all of your buffet favorites! See the menu on the back cover of this newsletter.

This Ash Wednesday (March 6th) be sure to make your reservations for a Bountiful Crawfish Boil! Fresh Crawfish expertly boiled with just the right amount of spice; along with some Fried Chicken too! This spread will include multiple salads to cool you down and kids’ items for those little ones that aren’t so into the Mud Bugs yet.

Make your reservations promptly for Friday, March 15th’s Dinner and a show with Bon Operatit- When Irish Eyes Are Smiling. We have put together a three-course dining experience for you to enjoy while being serenaded by the beautiful Bon Operatit Crew. This event is sure to pack the house!

Even though St. Patrick’s Day is on Sunday, the 17th this year, we will be celebrating throughout the weekend. On Friday, the 15th and Saturday, the 16th enjoy our Slow Cooked Corn

Beef Special at lunch or dinner. May you have the great fortune and find that elusive four-leafed shamrock or better yet, the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow.

Our Wednesday Night Family Buffets have been pleasing all who attend with different “themes” each week. As always, we will have Fried Chicken available every Family Night and plenty of choices for the kiddos. Mark your calendar for Bingo Nights on the 6th and the 20th.

We have a Gourmet Wine Dinner treat for us all on Saturday, March 23rd. Ketchum Estate Winery has reached out to us and we could not pass up the opportunity to collaborate with them. The excitement of enjoying their expertly produced wines from the Russian River Valley inspired us to create a one of a kind five-course wine pairing dining experience. This is a meal to make even a Chef jealous!

We hope to see you soon with this beautiful and bountiful season that is about to unfold. Cheers!David RameyProud Beau Chêne Country Club Executive Chef

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and drink specials

full a la carte menu is also available

March 7 – Fish Basket - $14Your choice of Catfish, Shrimp or Oysters or get a Mixed Basket served with Hush Puppies, Creamy Slaw, and French Fries.

March 14 – Three Taco Thursday - $12Have one each or choose your flavor. Pulled Chicken Adobo, Carnitas, and Shrimp Verde served with Flour or Corn Tortillas, shaved marinated cabbage and queso fresco and accompanied by three salsas: Salsa Verde, Pico de Gallo, and Roasted Rojo

March 21 – Italian Night - $16Come and enjoy a three course Italian dinner. Start with a House Salad, choose from Chicken Picatta, or Veal Marsala, served over buttered Noodles and finish your meal with a slice of Tiramisu. Classic Spaghetti & Meatballs with red sauce will be ready for the kids!

March 28 – BBQ Delight - $16Get your smoke on! Start with a BLT Wedge Salad and choose from Slow Roasted Brisket or St. Louis Style Dry Rubbed Ribs. Served with Hush Puppies, Braised Greens and your choice of Slaw, Potato Salad, Chips or Fries.

April 4 – Chicken Wings by the POUND - $13We’ll fry them, you’ll clean them! Have them dry or dressed with your choice of sauce. Choose from Buffalo, BBQ, Teriyaki, Honey Glazed, or get fancy with a Truffle Emulsion. Accompanied with Ranch, Blue Cheese or Honey Mustard dressing, and an endless bowl of Caesar Salad for the table to share.

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Golf Course Newsby Ted Smith, Director of Agronomy

his winter has been one of the wettest in recent memory. During periods of extreme wetness, minimal sunlight, high humidity,

and fluctuating temperatures, the greens can be inundated by a multitude of stresses. These stresses include both abiotic (non-living) and biotic (living) factors. A few abiotic problems that affect turf during winter months are shade, poor drainage, desiccation, compaction, nutrient deficiency and excess traffic wear. The major biotic stresses that affect turf are fungi, insects and soil-born parasitic nematodes. To combat Mother Nature’s constant bombardment, we monitor all of the greens on a daily basis by checking moisture, scouting for disease and insects, and limiting traffic from mowers and rollers. To keep the greens dense, healthy and rolling smooth, we spray them weekly with essential macronutrients (including Nitrogen, Potassium, Phosphorus, Calcium, Magnesium and Sulfur) and micronutrients (Iron, Manganese, Zinc, and Molybdenum). We also feed the greens with a liquid amino acid package that combats low light intensity by increasing nitrogen fixation and the production of chlorophyll, energy, and anti-stress compounds. As with your own body, feeding the greens with the correct balance of nutrients is the best way to fight off disease. This philosophy has allowed us to utilize less fungicides and we are able to maintain smoother, faster greens on a consistent basis year-round. Last month, we completed the renovation of the greenside bunkers on #10, #11 and #7 of the Magnolia Course. We reshaped all three bunkers to minimize washouts and prevent contamination of the sand from the subsurface soil. We also installed new drainage and sand in both. In an effort to provide better irrigation coverage to #10 green and to keep the approach and surrounds more firm, all four sprinkler heads were moved closer to the putting surface. Currently, we are in the process

T of renovating the greenside bunker on #14 of the Magnolia Course. As soon as this bunker is complete, we will focus on renovating the greenside bunker on #3 and the back greenside bunker on #4 of the Magnolia Course.

The Magnolia Course will be closed Tuesday, March 12th through Thursday, March 14th. We will use these days to needle tine, top-dress and fertilize greens and to complete our scheduled bunker renovations.

As a friendly reminder, please adhere to daily cart rulings, remember to repair ball marks on greens and fill your divots with sand. Following these rules and practicing proper course etiquette will go a long way in helping us maintain course conditions. If you have any questions, please feel free to send an email to ted@beauchenecc.com. Best regards,Ted Smith, Director of Agronomy

Fitness continued from page 7Courtney and Kyle Gulledge

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cater to everyone with the different classes, the schedules of the classes and improving the gym upstairs. Having it all right here, where our daughter can practice tennis and our son can be at childcare has made all the difference for us with our busy schedules. Any advice you can offer for taking that first step? Courtney: I was nervous about the classes at first, but really all the instructors are encouraging and make you feel very comfortable. Find someone to go with you or talk to Mary to find a class that is right for you. Kyle: I was hesitant about the Beau Chêne gym after coming from a bigger corporate gym that had more to offer. I was worried I would not get all I needed but after talking to Mary, Beau Chêne has since added more weights and equipment to improve – all for its members. If there is something you need or a class you would like that isn’t offered, ask. Find the reasons you should be in a fitness program and use that as motivation. How can couples keep each other motivated?Courtney: It is easier when you both do it – either together or separate. For us, it has been about making it work for both of our schedules and the kids being in pocket. As with anything in a relationship, it is a give and a take. Support each other. Kyle: Temper your results and give positive feedback to each other. We both want each other to be around for a long time so we make it work for both of us - you can too.

Judith Mackey (Waitstaff)

8 years of service

Danielle Meyers(Waitstaff)

1 year of service

Brian Mingo(Pantry Cook)

3 years of service

Paul Monteleone(Cart Barn Attendant)

12 years of service

Thanks for all you do to make Beau Chêne such a great club!

March Staff Anniversaries

Ash Wednesday, March 6: Crawfish Boil, Fried Chicken and Jambalaya

March 20: Taste of the Orient

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ATR I C K ’ S WEEKEND602 North Beau Chêne Drive

Mandeville, LA 70471

Come Celebrate Fat Tuesday with the Family! We have all your favorites right here!

Soups & StartersChicken & Sausage Gumbo, Seafood Gumbo, Crawfish and Crab Dip, Mini Muffulettas, Cucumber Tomato and Pepper Salad, Classic Caesar Salad, Spinach Salad with Bacon, Eggs, Blue Cheese and Balsamic, Creole Potato Salad, Creamy Slaw.

Entrées & SidesFried Chicken, Cornmeal Dredged Catfish & Shrimp, Andouille Red Beans & Rice, Creole Stuffed Pork Loin Roulade Carving Station, Chicken Jambalaya, Spiced Cheddar Grits, Cajun Seasoned Red Potatoes, Green Bean Casserole, Bourbon Brown Sugar Glazed Carrots, Smoked Ham Hock Braised Collards.

DessertsKing Cakes, Bread Pudding, Beignets, Banana Foster, Petit Fours, Praline Cheesecakes, Soft Serve Ice Cream Bar.

MARDI GRAS BUFFETTUESDAY, MARCH 5 5-8PM

Corned Beef Brisket with Cabbage

Corned Beef Brisket with CabbageMarch 15 & 16Come out and enjoy a plate of slow cooked Corned Beef Brisket with Cabbage, Potatoes and Carrots…a holiday classic that will be available starting at lunch on Friday, March 15th through dinner on Saturday, March 16th. Don’t miss out on this treat!

Lenten Friday Seafood SpecialsMarch 8 - April 19Seafood Specials will be available every Friday evening during the Lenten season.

Watch for each week’s Club News Updates from Club Manager Don Beaver for more details.

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