MONTHLY PUBLICATION OF THE NORFOLK YACHT AND COUNTRY CLUB JUNE 2011

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IN THIS ISSUEAround The Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg . 3

NYCC News . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg . 4

Membership News . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg . 5

Tennis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg . 6

Fitness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg . 7

Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg . 8

Ship & ShoreShip & Shore

It’s Never Too Late, To Be A LegacyThe Board of Governors has announced another program to encourage growth within our membership for all legacies, regardless of age.

From now until the end of July, any legacy, a child or grandchild of a current member, is able to join as a Class A or Class B member and receive half off of their initiation fee. This discount is usually only available to those who join at age thirty.

In addition to our traditional Sunday fare enjoy carved roast tenderloin of beef, jumbo stuffed shrimp with crab, veal marengo, grilled filet of red snapper with roasted tomatoes and capers, breast of chicken parmesan, lobster shrimp and scallops in a sherry wine sauce. Just $14.95++ adults and $7.95++ children. Reservations are strongly encouraged.

Father’s Day BrunchSunday, June 19th

Make a Splash!The pools are open for

the season.

Passport to FunBe sure to pick up your “Passport to Fun” for this summer! Children ages 12 and under have the opportunity to have their summer passport stamped for completing all sorts of activities at NYCC over the months of June and July. Passports are available for pick up at the entrance of the pool.

Activities will include things such as eating all your vegetables in the Deck, playing games at the pool over the 4th of July or learning some

new tennis tricks at Junior Pizza & Tennis Night, just to name a few.

The children will earn prizes based on the number of stamps they collect from June 1st - August 1st. Limit one passport per child.

Earn a free ice cream treat with 20 stamps and a free kids meal with 40 stamps. And the Grand Prize is a Pizza Party on August 19th for all those who collect at least 60 stamps!

The initiation fee for a Class A Family Membership would be $5,000 and the Class B Single Membership would be $3,750. Payments can be made in four installments.

Please contact the Club office if you have additional questions about the program. Applications are available at the Front Desk and must be received in the office prior to July 31st.

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As we turn the calendar and enter June the Club’s summer activities are in full swing. The snack bar and pools are now open on a daily basis. Please share with us any ideas you may have which will help us improve your experi-ence this summer. A minor spruce up of the outdoor locker rooms was accomplished this spring.

If you have not registered your children for the swim team, sailing or tennis camps, now is the time. The Club has an exceptional staff in place to insure that your child will have a great experience in a safe environment while improving their skill sets in these areas.

“Clean the Bay Day” is the first Saturday in June. Consider sharing three hours of your time on June 4th with fellow Club members in this worthwhile activity. The Club will sup-ply the breakfast and lunch.

The 50th Anderson Cup tennis tournament will be hosted at the Club on June 17th and 18th. This tournament has a long history and tennis enthusiasts are invited to observe some exceptional tennis and consider attending the Friday celebratory dinner.

A New England Clam Bake has been sched-uled for early July on the 9th. This will be the

It is time to get ready for summer fun at the Club. This is the time of year when there are no longer valid excuses for not using your membership. Everything is open. The

pool, the fitness center, the tennis courts, the sailing and yachting facilities are ready and tempting for you to come enjoy with your friends.

If you have children, we hope that you will sign them up for a summer activity, such as the swim team, art camp, junior sailing or tennis. For our older members, there are organized activities and fitness training available to keep us moving and stay young. For something different, come join the Page

Turners on June 9 for dinner in The Grill and an interesting book review to follow. Come by on June 17 and 18 to support our ladies as they compete against other clubs in the 50th annual Anderson Cup tennis tournament.

The pool is a great place to relax and unwind. With warmer weather, it is also easier to slip by the Club for a beverage or meal in one of our several restaurants. We believe we offer the best value in dining and your participation helps support your Club and keep it strong. Just look at all of the offerings on our calendar on the back page. I hope to see everyone at the Club.

Respectfully Submitted,John Deal

signature club event for the summer. Because of the nature of the menu the price will be lower for the event if you RSVP in June. This is one Club event you will not want to miss!

Happy Fathers Day.

Jim Grady, CCMGeneral Manager

Celebrate the 35th anniversary of Harborfest by joining Commodore Jim Forrester and other boaters and sail down to the celebration at the Norfolk Waterfront.

Boats will depart Friday, June 11 and tie up near the Chinese Pagoda until noon, Sunday, June 13.

Any members or friends taking in the festivities are invited to drop by and enjoy some chilly refreshments. Just look for the boats displaying the NYCC burgee.For more info, contact Jim Forrester or any member of the Yachting Committee.

Heading to Harborfest

The Page Turners meet Thursday, June 9. They will discuss “The Paris Wife” by Paula McLain. The book, set in the

1920s, gives readers a close up look at Ernest Hemingway’s wife Hadley’s struggle to balance her roles as wife, lover, muse and friend to the young writer she married while carving out her own identity.

The club meets for dinner in The Grill at 6 p.m. with the discussion following. For more info, contact Tim Lockhart at tlockhart@wilsav.com.

Hemingways Subject of Page Turners

Officers & Committee ChairsPresident John L. DealVice President William E. DashiellSecretary Charles S. NusbaumTreasurer David E. MooreCommodore James Forrester

Governors Robert BlackmanChip FinchKatherine B. FinneyRichard KeatleyJohn MurraySusan M. Roady

Committee ChairsEntertainment Chip FinchFinance David E. MoorePool, Health Martha Colenand Fitness House Susan BryantJunior Sailing Randy WebbMembership Patrick BakerTennis Gatewood DashiellYachting James Forrester

Phone Numbers:Main Club: 423-4500Main Club Fax: 423-6764Tennis: 423-6737Fitness: 489-5385

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No, you’re not in the middle of a magic trick. Abrakadoodle is an arts camp that’s coming to NYCC. Abrakadoodle will present two sessions of its Come

Sail Away Art Camp, July 11-15.

The 9 a.m.-noon camp is designed for three-year-olds through kindergarten. The afternoon camp, from 1-4 p.m., is for rising 1st through 5th graders.

Campers will “sail away” on an art voyage, letting their imaginations soar as they create their own sailboats in watercolors and oil pastels and sea creatures such as giant squid, dolphins and crabs.

The cost is $150 per child and $125 for each additional sibling. The price includes a trained Abrakadoodle teacher, all art materials and supplies. A minimum of five students is required for each session.

For more information, contact the Club or Susan Lea at slea@abrakadoodle.com.

around the ClubRoyal-Tea Was Served

The invitations were delivered on a gleaming silver tray by a white-gloved emissary.

“The honour of your presence is requested at a ‘High Tea’ and Luncheon celebrating the marriage of Prince William and Kate Middleton.”

It was signed by “Margaret Ayscue, Your Mistress of Ceremonies and Hostess.”

Invitees to the event that took place in The Grill were urged to don their pearls and gloves (hats optional) and watch the royal wedding while sipping tea and enjoying a perfectly British lunch.

Margaret, a long time club member, got the idea for this little celebration across-the-pond while watching the news one February night.

“All I was hearing was bad news,” she said. “The war, terrible storms, the economy. And then it was announced that Prince William and Kate were going to get married. I thought, ‘At last, something good.’ It just came to me that we needed to celebrate something good to lift our spirits.”

The plan took shape with the help of Margaret’s daughter, Anne Douglas Vaughan, who helped design the invites, and granddaughter, Grace Adams Vaughan, who delivered them.

“At first, I was just going to invite a few friends. I thought people would think I was nuts doing something like this, but when others heard of what was going on, the whole thing kind of mushroomed.”

In all, 29 arrived at The Grill, many of the guests decked out in hats.

As three big TV screens replayed the wedding, the ladies dined on five different types of finger sandwiches, tomato aspic topped with shrimp, skewers of fruit, scones and petit fours.

“The catering department did a fantastic job of putting it all together,” said Margaret.

And, of course, glasses were raised and a toast offered to the newlyweds.

“So many people sent notes or told me how much fun they had,” said Margaret. “But I think I had the best time of all.”

Abrakadoodle

Join us for the REAL taste of New England and entertainment

by the Robbie House Duo!

Steamed Little Neck ClamsSteamed Maine Mussels

New England Clam ChowderBoiled Whole Lobsters with Drawn ButterGrilled Flat-Iron Steak Prepared to Order

Barbecued Chicken Locally Grown Corn on the Cob

Baked Idaho Potato Bar with CondimentsSalad of Baby Greens in Vinaigrette

Caesar SaladA Selection of Seasonal Accompaniments

Fresh Baked BreadsSliced Watermelon

Fresh Strawberry Shortcake

$35++ Prior To July 1st$45++ After July 1st

New England Clam Bake

Saturday, July 9th 7-10:30 p.m.

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Margrie Returns to Celebrate Her 90th Nearly 100 guests turned out to help Margrie Pelham celebrate her 90th birthday.

For more than 20 years, Margrie was one of the most beloved employees at the Club, where she made the salads, worked banquets and, for many years, took care of the snack bar at the pool.

She continued working after her “official retirement” in 1982 and continued on with the Club “helping out” until 1987.

Margrie was known for her garnishes and making “the most beautiful pineapple tree.”As many party goers discovered, Margrie (the spelling comes from a mistake on her birth certificate) is still going strong. She keeps up on current events, reads “everything,” works in her garden, attends the First Baptist Church of Lambert’s Point in Norfolk. And, of course, still cooks. She lives in the Green Run section of Virginia Beach with her niece, Margerie Riddick.

For years, she operated “Margrie’s Little Diner” on Parker Avenue in Lambert’s Point. She began working at the Club after Old Dominion University bought the building. Margrie had two job offers at the time. One, in nursing (she has a degree in practical nursing) and one at the Club.

“The one at the Club paid more, so I took it,” she said, laughing. “I always loved cooking

and preparing food. I like making things look pretty. I would have worked longer if I could.”Margrie was born in Richmond, the oldest girl and one of six children. Ironically, she was sickly until about age 12. As a young woman, she raised her two nieces and a nephew.

Margrie’s work ethic was so legendary that she recalled a colleague telling her, “You must have a share in the Club yourself.”

It was just a part of her “any job worth doing is worth doing well” philosophy.

After saying goodbye to the Club, Margrie returned to her nursing roots, taking care of folks for several years.

“I just like to help people.”

Her granddaughter, Dr. Michelle Nelson, planned the party and Margrie supplied the guest list. It included her longtime friend, Alice Dinkins, who worked at the club for 49 years as a waitress and hostess, retiring in 2001 at age 75.

“You never saw such a buffet,” said Margrie. “They had everything I like, especially lobster Newburg.”

As many old time club members could tell you, nobody deserved it more.

Junior Sailing Camp is about ready to get underway. The first two-week session begins June 27. The second session starts July 11 and the last camp gets under sail July 25.

“We are looking forward to everyone having a great time and learning a lot,” said Cara DiSanti, Junior Sailing Director. “Campers will be divided into beginner, intermediate and advanced groups. So, there will be something for everyone. Hopefully, many juniors will want to enroll for all three sessions.”

Fees are $300 for a half-day of camp each session and $400 for a full day. The program has been growing every year. More than 80 young sailors are expected to sign up this summer.

DiSanti said there are also plans for a special Opti Laser Camp and starting a “Racing Night” for high school-aged sailors.

Recently, Will Whitmore, one of our young sailors, competed at the Opti Team Trials in San Francisco for a spot on the national team. He finished a respectable 100th and gained some valuable experience.

Way to go, Will.

For more info on summer camp, contact DiSanti at cara.disanti@gmail.com.

Summer on the Water

Above: Margrie, in the center, with many of the current staff whom all have 25+ years of work history with the Club.

Campers learning the ins and outs of wind shifts on land before setting sail on the Lafayette River.

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memberShip newSBringing Hope and Comfort

For five years, the school was just a dream on paper, a set of blueprints for a school in a small Tanzanian village for physically challenged children.

“But we had faith that someone, sometime would come along to help us (build the school),” said a Lutheran bishop in Tanzania. Someone did.

On a mission to Tanzania with the First Lutheran Church of Norfolk, NYCC members Don and Joann Tolmie saw the plans and “knew right away that it was what we wanted to do,” said Don. Funded almost totally by the Tolmies’ money and their three sons, the Faraja Primary School (Faraja means “hope and comfort” in Swahili) rose from the ground in 2000.

It is dedicated to the memory of Joann’s mother, Mabel Swanson, who worked with disabled students for 22 years.

As Don puts it, “Here we are 11 years later.”The resident school, which offers education, training and medical treatment for youngsters in grades K-7, has 86 students. It graduated its first class of 15 in 2008 and second class of 16 in 2010.

Not only did the students qualify for secondary school, Faraja Primary ranked fifth and third, respectively, in the entire district of 150 schools, taking the national exam.

“The goal is to make the children contributing members of society and to give them the opportunity to pursue their dreams,” said Joann Tolmies.

For some, that means becoming a doctor, accountant, teacher, secretary and farmer. Don, 82, a former vice-president and general counsel at Norfolk Southern Corporation, and Joann, 80, a speech therapist, shrug off any attempt to praise them.

“We have a house and everything else we need and enough money to live on,” said Joann.Said Don, “Sometimes you just have to take a step beyond compassion.”

The couple, originally from Rock Island, Illinois, have been married 57 years. They were college sweethearts at Augustana College.

In addition to preparing the students for secondary school, Don and Joann and others, through the Faraja Foundation, support

students through secondary school and when they will go on to college or receive more vocational training.

Recently, Faraja School dedicated 20 acres of farm land to help students learn farming skills that they can take back to their rural villages and communities.

Over the years, the Tolmies have reached out and received donations from “lots of great people,” said Don. “A young girl at First Lutheran recently gave us $14.78. She said it was from her lemonade stand.”

“There will always be a Faraja School,” said Don, noting that in addition to sons Dave, John and Paul, their eight grandchildren are all actively involved.

The Tolmies make three trips a year to the Faraja School. In July, Don will be making his 26th and Joann her 25th visit.

They know all the children’s names. And the students know theirs -- Babu and Bibi, grandfather and grandmother.

The Faraja Fund Foundation website is www.Farajaschool.org.

Above: Don and Joann with Executive Director of School. Below: A small gathering of children.

Most of entire student body. There are about 80 students.

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tenniSCardio Tennis,

Anyone?When Ann-Meg Keatley looked across the net at the Eastern District singles championship, she saw a very familiar face.

Her twin sister, Perry.

The twins, Maury freshmen, recently squared off in the district finals. It was the first time they had played against each other in a competitive match.

“We’ve hit against each other before, but this was different. You kind of had to think that it wasn’t your sister,” said Ann-Meg, who is older by 22 minutes. “How’d it come out? Good. Cause I wanted to win. Neither of us wanted to lose.”

Ann-Meg prevailed in two sets. Later, the twins teamed to win the doubles title, which made the trip home a little easier.

The next day the headline in the Virginian-Pilot might have left readers a little perplexed – “Keatley defeats Keatley.”

The match was probably hardest on mom and dad, Kay and Richie.

“We cheered for good shots, not children,” said Kay.

The girls learned to play tennis at the Club. Ann-Meg was in the fourth grade when she first picked up a racquet. Perry, who was big into soccer, didn’t start playing until she was in the seventh grade.

Despite being twins, they have very different games. Ann-Meg is a baseliner, content to hammer away until her opponent says “Uncle.” Perry likes to charge the net and go for wins.

The combination makes them an ideal combo, though they preferred to play with other partners during the season.

The Club has really elevated their game, the twins said. In addition to honing their fundamentals at summer camps, they take lessons and participate in tournaments at the Club.

Seeing Double

“It’s helped us learn how to play competitively,” said Perry.

The twins are each others best friend, except when they are not.

“We argue quite a bit,” said Perry, who would love to go to Duke after high school.

Ann-Meg hasn’t picked out a college, but wants to go where she can continue to play tennis.

But before that, it looks like Keatley vs. Keatley is going to be a recurring act the next three years at Maury.

We are fielding a team to compete in the Junior Club Cup. Princess Anne Country Club is hosting the competition, Saturday, June 25. The team will be comprised of one boy and one girl competing in the 12, 14, 16 and 18-and-under divisions. If your children are interested in competing for a spot on the team, contact assistant pro Jason Mueller.

You’ll burn a ton of calories with this fast-paced workout of tennis-footwork drills set to fast music. Anyone in search of a great workout is welcome. No previous tennis experience is necessary to participate.

Classes are offered Monday from 9-10 a.m. and Wednesday at 6 p.m. The typical workout consists of a 5-10 minute warm-up, 30-50 minutes of cardiotennis and a cool down. A minimum of 4 is needed for each class. The first two classes, on June 6th and 8th, are FREE! So come out and give it a try!

Many former players will be coming back for this historic occasion to cheer on our ladies as they try to capture the Anderson Cup.

Please plan on joining us Friday and Saturday, June 17 and 18, as we take on The Country Club of Virginia, Farmington Country Club and Princess Anne Country Club.

All former players are invited to attend the dinner on Friday, June 17th at 6 p.m.

Enjoy some fun tennis and delicious food at a mixed doubles social Thursday evening, June 23. Contact the tennis shop for more details or to reserve a spot.

Anderson Cup Celebrates 50th

Anniversary

Junior Tennis News

A Great Mix

Do you recognize any of these ladies who have played in multiple Anderson Cups throughout the years?

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Time to Update Your Info

The Sea Dragons are several laps into the 2011 season. Practice started May 31. But it’s not too late to join the team.

Time trials are June 13, starting at 4 p.m. Those interested should be sure to sign up by then. Registration forms are available at the Fitness Center. All team activities and meet dates are listed online at www.norfolkyacht.com.

A Tervis Tumbler Ice Bucket is a great way to keep your drinks icy cold when enjoying the outdoors this summer. As the Fitness Center’s Retail Item of the Month, all ice buckets are 10 percent off through June.

Pair your ice bucket with some Tervis Tumblers and you have a great gift for a Dad or a Grad. Limited supplies available.

Last Call to Join the Sea DragonsLearn the fundamentals of Step Aerobics with NYCC’s own “Step Master,” Cheryl Lehmkuhl, June 11, 10 a.m.-noon.

Cheryl will teach you all the basic moves. The workshop will conclude with a short workout to practice everything you learned. Bring a towel and water bottle.

Cost is $10. Sign ups are required.

Before summer gets going, please stop by the Fitness Center to make sure we have your latest membership information. This includes the number of family members and their names, photographs of all, and an emergency contact and phone number.

By keeping this info current, we can make it easier for you and your family to check in at the Fitness Center or outdoor pool.

Thanks.

NYCC is offering a trio of aqua classes on Saturday, June 18, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Classes will be approximately 25 minutes long with a short break in between focusing on a different work out each time! Join us for one, two or for all three of these mini aqua workouts! Sign ups are suggested, but not required. Cost is $10 and includes all three classes. Watch for further details to follow.

Parents’ Night Out

Step Out with Cheryl

Aqua-Aerobics Summer Fun

The Big Chill

Kids, bring your flashlights and sleeping bags and come ready for some campfire tales when mom and

dad drop you off June 23 for Parents’ Night Out. But you can leave the bug spray at home.

Parents, feel free to enjoy an evening at the outdoor pool, tennis courts or just enjoy a leisurely dinner while your kids are “camping out.” Parents must

remain on NYCC property.

Cost is $10 per child. Sign up at the Fitness Center.

For All NYCC MembersHome Swim Meets are June 29, an evening

competition against Oceana, and July 7, a Saturday morning meet vs. Great Bridge.

Restaurant Hours (Closed Monday):

Main Dining Lunch: Tues-Sun 12-2:30 p.m.Room Dinner: Sun-Thu 6-9 p.m., Fri/Sat 6-9:30 p.m.

The Deck Breakfast/Brunch: Sun 9-2:30 p.m. Lunch: Tues-Sat 12-2:30 p.m. Dinner: Sun-Thur 5:30-9 p.m., Fri/Sat 5:30-9:30 p.m.

The Grill Lunch: Tues-Sat 12-2:30 p.m. Dinner: Tues-Sat 6-9 p.m., Sunday Closed

Blue Plate Special: Veal Parmesan on Angel Hair Pasta and Squash Medley. $15++

Anderson Cup

Main Club Closed

Junior Coun-try Club Cup at PACC

Keel Boat Races

Junior Pizza and Tennis Night

TGIF Poolside Entertainment from 6-9 p.m.: HM Johnson Band

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FREE Session of CardioTennis 9 a.m.

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Breakfast Buffet&Brunch Buffet

Prime Rib Dinner Special

Breakfast Buffet&Brunch Buffet

Prime Rib Dinner Special

Breakfast Buffet & Father’s Day Brunch Buffet

Junior Matches

Prime Rib Dinner Special

Seafood Mixed Grill Dinner Special: Fresh Fish, Shrimp and Scallops. $17++

Seafood Mixed Grill Dinner Special: Fresh Fish, Shrimp and Scallops. $17++

Seafood Mixed Grill Dinner Special: Fresh Fish, Shrimp and Scallops. $17++

Roast Tenderloin of Beef with Mush-room Sauce, Grilled Fresh Vegetables and Duchess Potato. $17.95++

FREE Session of CardioTennis 6 p.m.

Roast Tenderloin of Beef with Mush-room Sauce, Grilled Fresh Vegetables and Duchess Po-tato. $17.95++

Roast Tenderloin of Beef with Mush-room Sauce, Grilled Fresh Vegetables and Duchess Potato. $17.95++

Blue Plate Special: Sautéed Crab Norfolk with Rice Pilaf and Steamed Broccoli. $17++

Page Turners Meeting

Blue Plate Special: London Broil with Mushroom Sauce, Mashed Potatoes and Green Beans. $15++

Blue Plate Special: Cajun Crab Cakes with Roasted Corn Salsa. $17++

Mixed Doubles Tennis SocialBoard of Governors

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and help clean the Lafayette River by calling Bob Hume at 288-9985 or just show up at the Dock House.

Anderson Cup

TGIF Poolside Entertainment from 6-9 p.m.: DJ Eric Emerson

TGIF Poolside Entertainment from 6-9 p.m.: Corporate Woods Drive

Seafood Buffet

TGIF Poolside Entertainment from 6-9 p.m.: The Tiki Boys

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Junior Mentor Play Day

Prime Rib Dinner Special

For story ideas or photo submissions contact: Fred Kirsch: kirsch.fred@gmail.com or Betsy Glover: bglover@norfolkyacht.com

Seafood Mixed Grill Dinner Special: Fresh Fish, Shrimp and Scallops. $17++

Roast Tenderloin of Beef with Mushroom Sauce, Grilled Fresh Vegetables and Duchess Potato. $17.95++

Blue Plate Special: Pan Seared Tender-loin Medallion on Yukon Gold Mashers with Grilled Asparagus. $17++

Roast Tenderloin of Beef with Mush-room Sauce, Grilled Fresh Vegetables and Duchess Po-tato. $17.95++

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Fitness Center Hours:

Mon.-Thurs. 5:00 a.m.- 9:00 p.m.Friday 5:00 a.m.- 7:00 p.m.Sat. & Sun. 7:00 a.m.- 6:00 p.m.

Youth HoursMon.-Thurs. 12:00 p.m.- 5:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.- 9:00 p.m.Fri.-Sun. 12:00 p.m.- 5:00 p.m.