Club NewsFebruary 2020

SUGARMILL WOODS • SOUTHERN WOODS• OAK VILLAGE NEWSLETTER

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Message From the General Manager......................................3Club Photos.............................................................................3Game Night.............................................................................3The Pro’s Corner.....................................................................4Message From The Membership Director..............................5Cocktail Cuties .......................................................................5Message From Robin Frick ....................................................9Message From Chef Joe Coonse ............................................9Valentine’s Day Dinner Dance .............................................10Chocolate Bonanza ...............................................................11Oak Village ...........................................................................12Drop Shots ............................................................................13Bridge Club...........................................................................13

Hit & Giggles Event .............................................................15Prime Rib Buffet...................................................................15Singles Night ........................................................................15Guy Ritchie Buffet Dinner....................................................17Calendar.......................................................................18 & 19Sugarmill Woods Men’s Golf Association ..................20 & 21Southern Woods Men’s Golf Association.............................22Tampa Bay Rays Game Day.................................................23Sugarmill Woods Ladies’ Golf Association.................24 & 25On Course for Scholarships School-astic Golf Classic...........262020 Valentine’s Day Golf Event .........................................27Southern Woods Ladies’ Golf Association ...........................28Special Interest Groups................................................32 & 33

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Message From TheGeneral Manager

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By Rick Kelso, General Manager

The busy season is in full swing, which means the next couple of months will be extremely busy with many golf functions,

tournaments, and many different types of food and beverage functions for all the

members to enjoy. Please check the bulletin boards, the calendar in the newsletter and make sure you check your email as we will be sending out all the information on these events via email in the attempts to keep you up to date. If you are not receiving emails from us, please call Jordan Le Meur, the Membership Director at (352) 559-7106 to update your email address.

Robin and Chef Joe have been doing an AWESOME and AMAZING job with the food and beverage operation. I have so many members and guests coming up to me weekly and telling me that the food quality and service of Sugarmill Woods Restaurant has never been better. The number of members and guests that are dining at the club has never been higher. With this success we ask that you make reservations for dinner, for this will help us provide the members and guests with the best service and quality of food you have been becoming to expect. Thank you for your continual support. Also, please remember the 72-hour cancellation policy for all special functions. Those canceling after the 72-hour cancellation period will still be charged.

We all have become very accustomed to certain tee-times and pace of play over the last few years. Now that we are starting to slowly grow and the course is becoming busier, we don't need members yelling or telling others on the course that they are playing slow, hitting into the group in front of you or that they drove a cart in the wrong area. Please call the Pro Shop, and we will have someone come out and see what is going on. We are trying to create a fun and enjoyable environment for all members and guests that play at our clubs. A friendly and pleasant environment we create, the easier it will be to attract new members to our wonderful clubs.

Dapper Duffers - Left to Right: John Holden, Dave Sweeney and John Bradley

The 19th Annual Hangover Open was held on New Year’s Day. The event was won by the team of Steve/Bonnie Demianczyk and Terry Nutt/ Deb DeGrio. Here they are hoisting their trophy!

Come help us decorate; It's fun! Left to right: Phyllis Pellegrom, Barbara Sutphen, Shizuko Schattenberg and Twila Vaughn

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The Pro’s Corner

By David Knighton, Head Golf Professional

My first piece of advice for relative beginners reading the slope of greens is to double whatever break you see.

Higher handicappers rarely play enough break, and resort to either hitting putts too

hard, missing routinely on the low side of the hole, or both. This is a critical mistake if it's happening with regularity.

When you miss a putt on the low side of the hole, at the very end of the putt's travels, the ball is rolling away from the hole. Every inch that the ball rolls is an extra inch you'll have to deal with on your next putt. Conversely, a putt missed on the high side of the hole is moving toward the hole, generally leaving you with much shorter return putts.

In terms of reading greens, I suggest removing your blinders and first take a look at the entire green complex and the general lay of the land. I would say just take an extra moment to think like a golf course architect. Most greens are not designed to retain water, but to drain water into sensible locations. Notice low-lying areas, drainage areas, water hazards, and other areas where it might make sense for an architect to drain the water from the green. This will give you a general pulse on the overall slope of the green.

As we take a look at your putt more specifically, it's important to note that break is a function of the speed the ball is traveling. Generally the ball is traveling its fastest immediately after leaving the putter face and moving it's slowest toward the end of the putt. This means that X amount of slope will have much more effect on the roll of the ball at the end of the putt than in the beginning of the putt. To this end, you should assign more value to slope around the hole than the slope near the putt's starting point.

If time permits, take a walk over and look at the putt from behind the hole. As you crouch down, the circular hole appears to be more like a slit, or even a line on the green. Notice if this line is horizontal or if it appears to be at an angle of some kind. This will provide a strong indication of the slope around the hole.

If you're playing on bent grass, or generally in cooler climates, then grain will not be much of a factor. If you're putting on greens with Bermuda grass or with other heavier, grainy types of grass, take a look at the lip of the hole itself. Often, especially as the day progresses, one half of the hole will remain clean while the other half of the hole appears to be beaten up. If this is the case, this tells you that the grain of the grass is growing from the clean side to the dirty side of the hole. This happens because of the way cups are cut, with half the hole having trimmed the blades of grass, while with the other half, the roots of the grass

have been severed.

As you walk around your putt, also notice the coloration in the grass. Lighter shades of green are down grain while darker shades of green are into the grain. This occurs because of how sun light reflects, or doesn't reflect, off the blades of grass depending on your vantage point. In simple terms, consider the effects of grain on your putts much like the effects of wind on your full shots. Putts into the grain will be slow, while putts down grain will be fast. Water drainage has a large effect on the direction of grain, so this can provide yet another clue as to the slope on the green.

Once again, only if time permits, you might take a look at your putt from a side angle as well. Stand on the lower side of the putt for this, as I believe you'll see more detail than you will from the high side. This will give you an idea of the uphill versus downhill nature of the putt and help you with speed control. Once you read your putt, be sure to play enough break, select a starting line and treat every putt as if it were straight.

In summary, most players don't account for enough break on the putting green. Missing on the high side of the hole will help to leave you shorter return putts than missing on the low side. When reading greens, take a moment to think like an architect and look at the overall landscape consider-ing water drainage. The amount a putt will break is a function of the speed that it is traveling. If time permits or while other are playing, take a look around the hole because this is where the ball will be traveling slowest, and perhaps breaking the most as it loses speed. Look at the hole itself and the coloration of the grass to get an idea of the direction of the grain. Once you have your read and your line, set up squarely and treat every putt as if it were straight.

Give some of these green reading tips a try and just maybe your putting will start to improve. If not and you're still in need of any help, feel free to ask myself or Kevin for any help. See you next month on the practice tee.

Come join the “Sugarmill Cocktail Cuties” on Tuesday in the Lounge, starting at 3:30

pm every Tuesday. In addition to everyday 2 for 1 drinks, there will be a Tuesday only specialty Drink 2 for 1. If you are looking for some mid-week fun, this is the group to join! See you Tuesday in the Score’s Lounge.

February 4 Chocolate Martini

February 11 RaspberryChampagne

February 18 Pink Moscato

February 25 Cape Cod

Open Invitation to all Ladies!

FEBRUARY SPECIALSFEBRUARY SPECIALS

By Jordan Le Meur, Membership Director

I would like to go over the dress code, as I have seen many people breaking our dress code on the golf course and in the restaurant. Please note that if you are bringing a big group of people to the clubs

then you should go over the dress code with them.

“Sugarmill Woods Country Club allows the following in the lounge area:

• Dress jeans, (no rips, tears, cut-off, faded or frayed)

• Plain t-shirts (devoid of any writing or pictures)

• Shorts no more than 6” above the knee cap

Tank tops, shorts, flip-flops and cut-offs are not permitted in any of the Clubhouse dining areas. The dress code for the Grille Room and the Main Dining Room prohibits jean, tank tops, non-collared shirts, flip-flops and short shorts. Shorts of the proper length are permissible for both men and women. On Sundays, a traditional family day, casual attire, including shorts of proper length, are permitted in all dining areas.

Southern Woods Golf Club Clubhouse area includes the Men's and Ladies Locker Room, The Grille Room, The Main Dining Room and the Private Dining Room. The dress code for these areas is casual. Blues jeans, and t-shirts are not acceptable attire. Other attire that is not acceptable includes tank tops, halter tops, and swimwear. We also ask the gentlemen to remove their hats before entering the dining room.

The Clubhouse Manager reserves the right to deny anyone wearing attire that does not conform to the dress code. It is not our intent to discomfit any member or their guest, but anyone that is not in compliance with the above policies will be asked to return appropriately attired.

GOLF COURSE DRESS CODE FOR SMWCC AND SWGC: (includes the Driving Range.)

MEN:

• Shorts are to be no higher than six (6) inches above the kneecap.

• Must have collared shirt or a mock turtle neck shirt.

• NO DENIM!!!

• Any shoes that could damage the golf course are not allowed.

LADIES:

• Shorts are to be no higher than six (6) inches above the kneecap.

• Fashion tees and blouses with no collar must have sleeves; sleeveless shirts must have a collar.

• NO DENIM!!!

Message From The Membership Director

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All of this is pulled directly from our dress code that is distributed to every member at initial sign-up. If you lost your copy or file and you need it sent to you, then please don't hesitate to call me. I can print copies of this dress code for your group if you need them. Thank you for your cooperation!

If you have any suggestions or concerns, please feel free to call me at my direct line (352) 559-7106, or e-mail me at jordan@sugarmillwoodscc.com.

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Our St. Valentines Dinner Dance is on Friday, February 14th. Come and enjoy a great night of dining and dancing. The perfect way to celebrate this sweetest of holidays! Cost is $35 ++ and cocktails start at 5 pm, with dinner served at 6 pm. Reservations are required so call soon as possible as this event usually sells out. Did you know that:

• 110 million roses, mostly red, will be sold and delivered in a 3 day time period

• 15% of US women send themselves flowers on Valentine's Day

• About 1 billion Valentine's cards are exchanged each year

• More than 35 million heart-shaped boxes of chocolate will be sold

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Game Night this month on Tuesday, February 11th. The usual weekly specials, along with the regular menu, will continue- Thursday is Prime Rib night for $20.95 and Friday's Fish Fry is $14.95. A special lunch menu is served on Sundays from 11 am to 2:30 pm. “Cocktail Cuties” will be meeting in the lounge between 3 and 5 pm every Tuesday to sample the week's cocktail delight and enjoy some lively conversation. If you haven't joined the girls yet come along and join in the fun.

Back by popular demand is that amazing showman, Cliff Ritchie, who will perform on Wednesday, February 26th. We will serve a buffet dinner at 5:30 to 6:00pm, with cocktails starting at 5pm (see flyer for menu), with the show starting at 6:30. The cost is $24.95 ++.

UPCOMING EVENTS: Game Night will be Tuesday, March 10th. One party you won’t want to miss is our St. Patrick’s Day Dinner Dance on Tuesday, March 17th – so brush up your blarney, put on your green and prepare to have a blast!

Another one for the calendar is the Easter Sunday Grand Buffet on April 12th. This fabulous buffet is always a sell-

Message FromRobin Frick

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By Joe Coonse, Sugarmill Woods Country Club Chef

I hope this newsletter finds everyone doing great! The Winter Fling Dance Party had a wonderful turn out with a

great buffet. February is here and that means it's time to make reservations for the

St. Valentine's Day Dinner Dance on Friday, February 14, 2020. This event will sell out quickly and the menu looks great, so make sure to call the Sugarmill Woods Country Club restaurant at (352) 382-5645 as soon as possible.

Speaking of menus, I can say that the new lunch, dinner and Sunday Brunch menus are out to print and they will be on my desk very soon. I believe that everyone will find something they like on the new menus. You will see a variety of food options on there that will appease everyone's taste buds from comfort food, to gluten free food, to some of the club's favorites both current and from the past. After we receive the new menus, I will make sure to have Jordan send an email blast and put them on our website; this way the members will have direct access to them.

Our next Sunday Brunch Buffet will be on Sunday, February 9, 2020 from 10:00 am through 1:00 pm and will have an omelet station. Please note that this event requires a reservation, so please call the restaurant as soon as possible to reserve a table. Please make sure to take a look at the flyers on Jordan's desk or the emails he sends out as Robin has many great events planned for February. As always, thank you to all of the members who continue to support the clubs and provide feedback. Please take care and I will see you around the club!

Message FromChef Joe Coonse

out so be sure to make your reservations soon.

You may call the restaurant direct for reservations on 382-5645. Email me at robin@sugarmillwoodscc.com or call me anytime if you have any issues – and I'll be seeing you in the dining room, Robin.

Thought for Valentine's Day: “All I really need is love, but a little chocolate now and then doesn't hurt!” ~ Lucy Van Pelt in Peanuts by Charles M. Schulz

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By Rick Scholl, Manager & Director of Tennis

Tennis

The month of February is definitely the busiest month on the tennis courts. Ladies

League play is in full swing three days a week. Complete schedules are posted on the outside bulletin board near Court 6. In addition, there are two Senior USTA teams playing on Saturdays. A Ladies 3.5 55+, and a Men's 4.0 55+ team. Those schedules are posted also on the bulletin board.

Men's Monday-Wednesday Tennis

Since last summer there has been a steady decline in the participants in the morning Men's Days. I’ve heard many reasons as to why and what to do about it. I believe the number 1 reason is that its too early. Many do not want to get up and get to tennis by 8 am. As a result of this, many men players have been setting up their own games in the afternoon. This is fine and ok to do, but with such a small

club as far as tennis members it really depletes the morning number of players. What to do about it? I think maybe trying a start time an hour later might work?

Maybe we should organize a similar ladder system for the afternoon play? That would totally change up Men’s Tennis at the club. There is NO right or wrong answer here. I'm looking for suggestions from the tennis membership as well.

Playday February 15th

The first playday of 2020 is scheduled for Saturday, February 15th at 8:30 am. We will have a few hours of Mixed Doubles and a pizza picnic after under the trees. Stick around after pizza because there will be a Men's USTA home match vs The Villages at 1:30 pm.

Tennis Instruction

We have tennis lessons with USPTA Certified Rick Scholl. The private lesson rate is $40 hour and the half hour lesson is $20. Group clinics available ranging from $10 an hour to $15 depending on number of participants.

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Bridge Club

The SMW Bridge Group enjoys playing at the club on the second Tuesday of the month at 9am for about three hours. Our group is open to bridge players who would like to join us for a pleasant time with friends and neighbors. Playing partners are randomly assigned and change after four hands per table. The donation is two dollars with many payouts for credits at the finest restaurant in Sugarmill Woods.

Sugarmill Woods Country ClubWomen’s Bridge Group

Thursday’s at 9:00 am

To join, contact Darrielle Wyatt at 382-3182

or Beth Boardman at 382-2575

Congratulations to our January winners who, for the first time, saw more men than women on the winners list:

First Walt Randolph Points: 5330

Second Maddy Phaneuf Points: 3880

Third Janet Divoll Points: 3740

Fourth Bill Lent Points: 3550

Fifth Grace Campbell Points: 3500

Sixth Dave Pooley Points: 3260

Seventh tie Points: 3240

Our next bridge game will be February 11th. If you would like to play with the SMW Bridge group, please call Claire Sickel or Hank Robinson at 239-560-3969.

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Drop Shots

By Jeff Berg

As our new year begins I would like to introduce our new board members. Our President is Greg Wilson, Vice President Andrienne Masek-Rozier, Secretary

Leslie Sherry, Sunshine/Social Lucille Larue, Treasurer and Membership Chairman

Jeff Berg. Our play days begin on February 15th, with our Valentine theme, bring your favorite dessert and enjoy pizza after the matches. Play begins at 8:30 with lunch to follow. We have added something new for players considering joining the tennis or pickle ball groups. You can visit Rick Scholl at the tennis complex for a two week pass to try out either or both of our venues to see if they interest you.

We are starting to collect our yearly dues of $15 for all of our association members. Make checks out to Sugarmill Woods Tennis Association and place in the drop box by the pickleball courts, drop off to Rick Scholl at the tennis center or mail to Jeff Berg at 6 Gypsophila Court in Sugarmill. We offer open tennis groups on Monday and Wednesday starting at 8:30 with small open groups on all other days and pickle ball has drop in matches on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday at 9:00 and at 6 pm on Wednesday. Please join us for our new rear of play.

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For Reservations, call Robin at 382-5645.Mid-Afternoon Tee Off

on the 2nd and 4th Friday of the month. $5.00/team assures CASH AWARDS.

True alternate shot for each team from the best tee shot on your 1st hole to holing out on

the 9th green. You will be given the simple rules before your 1st game. The points you

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GOLF TIMESLGA - Wednesday’s 8:30AM SG

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FebruaryFebruaryUPCOMING EVENTS:

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Tuesday, March 17 – St. Patrick's Day Dinner and Dance

Sunday, April 12 – Easter Sunday Grand Buffet

UPCOMING EVENTS:

Tuesday, March 10 – Game Night

Tuesday, March 17 – St. Patrick's Day Dinner and Dance

Sunday, April 12 – Easter Sunday Grand Buffet

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Sugarmill Woods Men’s Golf Association

By Bob Strausser

What can we say about our weather. Can't believe the 80+ degrees the first part of January, perfect golf weather. So, what's the next move? AH! February

is still to come. Have to save 'Spring is just around the corner' to next month.

The MGA Board and Committee Chairmen wish all the women of Sugarmill Woods "Happy Valentine's Day". Also would like to welcome two new MGA members – Jeff Knoll & Clif Morehead.

Annual Meeting

The MGA's Annual meeting and Election of Officers was held on Thursday, January 7th. The meeting was preceded by a breakfast – compliments of your MGA.

SMW MGA Executive Board for 2020:President - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Bill NusbickelTreasurer - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Mike HowardSecretary - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Jim Turner

MGA Committee Chairmen for 2020:Communication & Publicity - - - - - Bob StrausserHandicap and Rules - - - - - - - - Executive BoardMembership - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Bob StrausserMGA Fund Raising - - - - - - - - - Bill WilliamsonPublication- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Phil RunfolaSpecial Tournaments/Events - - - - - Dick TuxburyWeekly Tournament Administration Dick Tuxbury

Golfers of the Year - Congratulations to the following Golfers of the Year:

Low Gross, 73 Gary Girard & Al Smith

Low Net, 60 Frank Mlinek

Low Net Senior, 59 Felix Tarorick

Special Recognition Award

The MGA Executive Board presented the Special Recognition Award for 2019 to John Bradley for his continued service to the MGA. John was an Executive Board Member for four years in the past, has been on the MGA Nominating Committee and stepped in as President for 2019.

Hole-In-One

The MGA Board has approved the “Hole-In-One” prize for 2020. The MGA will set aside $100.00 to be split between all players who score an “Ace” during an MGA sanctioned event in 2020.

Hole in One's for 2019 - Can you believe there was no hole in one 2019 --- WOW!

Telephone Directory and Operations Manual

This publication is in the process of being worked on and should be ready for distribution the first week in March.

They will be distributed Wednesday mornings

SMW Men’s Golf Scores

DATE: December 19, 2019

GAME: Best 2 of 4+Bonus-Mixed

1st Place, -26 Frank Mlinek, Felix Tarorick, Steve Demianczyk, Joe Betkavsky

2nd Place, -22 Art Anderson, Tony Valente, Jim Turner, John Lawrey

Low Gross Mike Howard 63

Low Net Steve Demianczyk 67

Low Net Senior Bob Maeder 62

Closest to the Pin

Pine #4 Mike Howard 13’3”

Cypress #6 Bill Williamson 23’

at Southern Woods and Thursday mornings at Sugarmill Woods at the MGA sign in or you can make other arrangements to receive your copy. Please take only one copy. E-mails will be sent to all members when the Manual is ready for distribution.

Closest To The Pin

The MGA will continue “Closest To The Pin” side game for 2020. Any player can participate. The cost is $1.00 (cash). The payout is also in cash. This is voluntary and all who would like to participate bring your $1.00 Thursday morning and sign up.

MGA Thursday Game Day Procedure

The MGA regular tournament games are played every Thursday, 8:30 AM shotgun start (except December thru February, 9:00 AM start). You must sign up to play golf on-line through Sign Up Genius. You should receive an e-mail on Friday/Saturday for a Thursday Golf Invite from Dick Tuxbury thru Sign Up Genius. Players who sign up are downloaded from the website first thing Wednesday morning to set up pairings and score cards. Any changes (additions - cancellations) after Tuesday evening should be telephoned to Dick Tuxbury at 382-4031 - NOT THE PROSHOP. Cancellations on Thursday morning should be telephoned to the Pro Shop (#382-3838, ext. 1). Walk-Ins on Thursday morning will be accommodated if there are openings. Remember, if you sign-up and do not show-up or call to cancel, you will be charged the $3.00 tournament fee.

MGA Games for February

February 6th Best 3 of 4 - Mixed

13th Team Point Quota -- Mixed

20th Two Man Scramble -- Flighted

27th 2 Man Team Point Quota-- Flighted

Golf Humor for the Month

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Scramble-Handicapped

1st Place, 58.45 Frank Mlinek, Tom Venable, Fred DiBattista, Bill Engelbrecht

2nd Place, 59.55 Al Smith, Dick Tuxbury, Dillard Jarrell, Bob Maeder

Closest To The Pin

Cypress #6 Frank Mlinek 15’6”

Pine #4 Rich Perry 6’11”

DATE: January 2, 2020

GAME: 2 Man Best Ball-Flighted

First Flight

1st Place, -9 Rick Odell and Chuck Reeb

2nd Place, -6 tie Al Smith and Ed Skinner

Larry Mantle and John Doyle

Wally Wyatt and Deeb George

Mike Howard and Bill Nusbickel

Second Flight

1st Place, -14 tie Jim Bodenstein and Stan Fleming

Jim Turner and Phil Runfola

3rd Place, -12 tie Felix Tarorick and Bill Engelbrecht

Tony Valente and Bob Maeder

Low Gross Al Smith 80

Low Net Rick Odell 69

Low Net Senior Stan Fleming 60

Closest To The Pin

Cypress #6 Stan Fleming 4’9”

Pine #4 Tony Valente 6’6”

Pine #7 John Bradley 21’9”

DATE: January 9, 2020

GAME: Best 2 of 4-Crazy Eights

1st Place, -15 Mike Howard, Felix Tarorick, Ed Skinner, Joe Betkavsky

2nd Place, -14 tie Art Anderson, Steve Teska, Dillard Jarrell, Bill Williamson

Frank Mlinek, Bruce Whewell, Fred DiBattista, Bill Engelbrecht

Low Gross Mike Howard 81

Low Net Bruce Whewell 70

Low Net Senior Bill Williamson 63

Closest to the Pin

Cypress #6 Tony Valente 24’6”

Pine #4 Felix Tarorick 8’11”

Pine #7 Bill Williamson 38’9”

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Southern Woods Men’s Golf Association

By Jim Brown, President SWMGA

January was a busy month at the SWMGA with topped off with the annual election breakfast. The nominees for elected office were: Jim Brown, President, Bill Butterworth, Vice President, Mike Lefferts, Treasurer and Ken Moody, Secretary. The vote was unanimous; we thank you for your vote of confidence. We have an ambitious list of things to accomplish in 2020 and we look forward to your help. There are several committees in search of assistance, so if you want to help we'll put you to work.

February Schedule

February 5th 2 of 4 Best Balls

February 12th MGA Series with SKINS

February 19th 1 on 5s, 2 on 4s, 3 on 3s mixed

February 26th Quarterly Cash Tournament with SKINS.

SMW Men’s Golf Scores

Individual Points Quota

First Flight

Rod Fortune

2nd Place, +5 Wally Wyatt

Second Flight

Jim Brown and Nelson Wright

2nd Place, +1 Deeb George

Third Flight

1st Place, +5 Rich Perry

2nd Place, +1 Dean Moore

3rd Place, E Tony Valente and George Thomas

#8 Rod Fortune 14’8”

Hole #13 Deeb George 7’6”

January 8, 2020 MGA Series Results

DATE: December 18, 2019

GAME:

1st Place, +7

1st Place, +2

Closest to the Pin

Hole

Closest to the Pin

Hole #4 Soc Hiotakis 8’

Hole #8 Bill Nusbickel 6’ 8”

Hole #13 Mike Lefferts 9’ 3”

Hole #17 Jeff Pflum 2’10”

Other Skins

Al Smith, Bill Butterworth, Gary Mosey, Kyle MuzinaDean More, Jim Chapman, Tony Valente

DATE: January 15, 2020

GAME: Best 2 of 3 Net

1st Place, -16 Hank Povinelli, Nelson Wright,Jim Chapman

2nd Place, -15 Larry Lawson, Steve Teska,Phil Runfola

3rd Place, -13 John Doyle, Chuck Reeb,George Thomas

4th Place, -12 Todd Wilson, Deeb George,Kyle Muzina

5 Place, -10 Stuart Hoffman, William Mostyn,Tom Twitty

6 Place, -7 tie Bill Fearney, Ken Moody, Ed Skinner

Gary Mosey, Ben Lee, Mike Theodore

Closest to the Pin:

Hole #4 Steve Teska 7’0”

Hole #8 Al Smith 10’0”

Hole #13 Al Smith 3’7”

Hole #17 Bill Fearney 5’6”

Score Points First FlightGary Girard +3 5 1 Skin Brian Jones +2 4 1 Skin Wally Wyatt +1 3 1 Skin Rick Odell -1 2 Ray Schnell -2 .33 Stuart Hoffman -2 .33 Jeff Pflum -2 .33 2 Skins

Second Flight David Opala +2 4.5 2 Skins Larry Lawson +2 4.5 2 Skins Bill Mostyn +1 1.5

Jack Townley +1 1.5 2 Skins Angelo Difranco E 3 1 Skin

Third Flight Soc Hiotakis +4 5 1 Skin George Thomas +1 3.5 Steve Teska +1 3.5 Ron Bollman E 2 Nelson Wright -2 .33 Deeb George -2 .33 Peter Moschinger -2 .33 1 Skin

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Sugarmill Woods Ladies’ Golf Association

By Joanne Tuxbury

I am so proud to be a part of our generous community. Our community steps up to assist those in need in many ways. The “Hitting for Hospice” tournament on Wednesday January 15th was a huge success due to the generosity of many members and local businesses. Hitting for Hospice Tournament Chair, Iris Brimlow, and her support team of Deb DeGrio, Bonnie Demianczyk, Lorraine Dayton, Susie Hornbeck, Lois Becker, and Karen Hall were able to put together a well-run, successful tournament. The tournament netted $4,135.00 for VITAS Healthcare, our donor recipient this year. Director of Marketing for VITAS, Jennifer Bosak, accepted the check and shared some information about the services VITAS offers. All funds raised and donated remain here in Citrus County.

February Golf Schedule

Wednesday, February 5 One Day Eclectic-Individual

Wednesday, February 12 CHA-CHA-CHA-ABCD

Wednesday, February 19 Low Gross/Low Net

Wednesday, February 26 Member/Member 6/6/6

Game Results

DATE: January 8, 2020

GAME: Low Putts

Flight #1: Peti Mlinek 31 Chris Venable 32

Flight #2 tie: Susie Hornbeck, Bonnie Demianczyk 30

Flight #3: Pauline Gerbino 34 Mary Beth Stassi 38

Closest to the Pin

Cypress #6 JoAnn Ray Pine #4 Ginger Bong

Pine #7 JoAnn Ray

DATE: January 15, 2020

GAME: Hitting for Hospice

1st Place, 60 Barbara Turska and Mary Beth Stassi

2nd Place, 61 Ginger Bong and Gail Jones

3rd Place, 64 tie Joy Figueredo and Janet Gilbert

Mary Tarorick and Karen Hall

5th Place, 65 Susie Hornbeck and Karen Taylor

Closest to the Pin

Cypress #3 Joy Figueredo 18”

Cypress #6 Marilyn Gorney 5’2”

Pine #4 Nancy Theodore 16’

Pine #7 Karen Taylor 9’

Hitting for Hospice Players and Workers

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By Jo Ann Ray

Snowbird sightings have increased….it's great to have you back! During the past month, the Southern Woods LGA held 4 events.

Our first, on December 19th, was the annual Holiday Team Game/Luncheon, planned by Lorraine Dayton and Janice Doyle. A delicious lunch was followed by a short meeting. The clubhouse looked festive and LGA Chair, Sherrie Ross, thanked Pauline Gerbino, who had coordinated the decorating team.

Before our luncheon, we played as foursomes, scoring our best 1 ball on the par 5's, 2 on the par 4's and 3 on the par 3's. Winning teams were:

1st Place, -20 Peti Mlinek, Chris Venable, Janice Doyle and Susan Ervasti

2nd Place, -17 Rhonda Hanson, Sherrie Ross, Gail Jones and Joelle England

Closest to the Pins winners

Hole #4 and 13 Bonnie Demianczyk

Hole #8 Sally Neeb

Hole #17 Doreen Durand

Chip-ins were made by Susan Ervasti, Sherrie Ross, Bonnie D. and Jo Ann Ray.

On December 26th, the game was 2 ball, with a small field of 15 players. Winners were:

1st Place, -14 Team of Lorraine Dayton, Janet Gilbert and Edie Thompson

2nd Place, -12 Team of Chris Venable, Gail Jones and Susan Ervasti

Closest to the Pin Winners

Hole #4 and 13 Iris Brimlow

Hole #8 Janet Gilbert

Hole #17 Edie Thompson

Chip-ins were carded by Janet Gilbert and Peti Mlinek.

On January 2nd, we played Blind Partners, with the hope that we didn't let our partners down! Winning partnerships include:

1st Place, net 137 Betty Saltzman and Inge Weeks

2nd Place, Jo Ann Ray and Lorraine Dayton

3rd Place, Joy Figueredo and Deb DeGrio

Closest to Pin winners

Hole #4 Lorraine Dayton Hole #8 Betty Saltzman

Hole #13 Jo Ann Ray Hole #17 Sherrie Ross

Chip-ins were made by Bonnie D., Gail Wilson, Jo Ann Ray, and Lorraine Dayton.

On January 9th, our game was 54 Point Quota. It

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Southern Woods Ladies’ Golf Association

was the first game played under the new World GHIN system and there was much moaning about the missing strokes!

Congratulations go out to Joy Figueredo who had the round of the season, shooting an impressive gross score of 69, with 6 birdies. Way to go, Joy!!! Winners for the day were:

1st Place Joy Figueredo, +13

2nd Place Doreen Durand, +5

3rd Place Suki Schattenberg, +3

4th Place Betty Saltzman, +2

5th Place Janice Doyle, +1

6th Place tie Rhonda Hanson, Gail Jones, Sally Neeb, even

Closest to Pin Winners:

Hole #4 Bonnie Demianczyk Hole #8 Betty Saltzman

Hole #13 Judy Mantle Hole #17 Joy Figuerdo

Chip-ins were scored by Judy Mantle, Bonnie D., Lorraine Dayton, and Joy Figueredo.

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GOLF GROUPS“The Swingers” – Sugarmill Woods 9-Hole Ladies' Golf League

The Swingers play every Wednesday morning at Sugarmill Woods CC. We meet in the Grill Room at 8:30 am and tee off at 9:00 am. We are a handicap league, but a handicap can be established if you currently don't have one or are a new member to the group. All skill levels are welcome. Each week we play a different fun game, while also adhering to the LPGA rules. There is a $2 up charge for prizes each week. Members also pay a $5 annual fee to cover miscellaneous social expenses. After our 9-hole play, it is optional, but we meet in the clubhouse for lunch, cheerful socializing, and awarding of prizes. We look forward to hearing from you! For information contact: Judy Hill at (352) 382-1348 or Irene Ciuppa at (352) 382-1118

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-------------------------------------------------------------------------Dapper Duffers

Contact: John Raymond (352-765-4122) or Phil Runfola (352-382-3933)

The Dapper Duffers is the earliest men's group formed at SMW, playing on Tuesday mornings. The goal is to enjoy a competitive round of golf with friends playing from both the middle and forward tees. Information and membership application can be found at the Dapper Duffers website: www.dapperduf.biz.ly.

-------------------------------------------------------------------------SMW Men's Golf Association

Contact: Bob Strausser - Contact Information: 352-382-9982The Sugarmill Woods Men's Golf Association plays every Thursday morning at 8:30 a.m. Registration begins at 7:30 am in the Clubhouse. All male members of Sugarmill Woods Country Club and Southern Woods Golf Club are eligible to join. The SMW MGA plays a variety of games, with both flighted and mixed handicap teams, plus several tournaments during the year. The SMW MGA is a great place to meet new friends and learn about other golf groups. Annual Membership Dues are $25. Players are charged an extra $3 entree fee each week for prizes.

-------------------------------------------------------------------------SW Men's Golf Association

Contact: Jim Brown, (508) 693-5740The Southern Woods Men's Golf Association plays every Wednesday morning at 8:30 a.m. Registration begins at 7:45 am. All male members of Southern Woods Golf Club and Sugarmill Woods Country Club are eligible to join. The SW MGA plays different formats each week and makes sure pairings are changed as well. The SW MGA is a great way to meet new friends and find out more information about other golf groups. The Annual Membership dues are $25.00.

-------------------------------------------------------------------------SMW Ladies' Golf Association

Contact: Lorraine Dayton, (352) 382-0729 or lorvic@embarqmail.comThe Sugarmill Woods Ladies' Golf Association plays every Wednesday morning at 8:30 am. Registration begins at 7:45 in the Grill Room. All female members of Sugarmill Woods Country Club and Southern Woods Golf Club (maximum handicap 40.4) are eligible to join. The SMW LGA offers many different games throughout the year from individual games, ABCD games, seasonal games, lunches and major events. The Annual Membership Dues are $25.00. Players are charged an extra $2 entry fee each week for prizes.

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Contact: Lorraine Dayton, (352) 382-0729 or lorvic@embarqmail.comThe Southern Woods Ladies' Golf Association plays every Thursday morning at 8:30 am. Registration begins at 7:45 in the Pro Shop. All female members of Southern Woods Golf Club and Sugarmill Woods Country Club (maximum handicap 40.4) are eligible to join. The SW LGA offers players a choice of 9 holes or 18 holes plus many different games throughout the year from individual games, ABCD games, seasonal games, lunches and major events. The Annual Membership Dues are $25.00. Players are charged an extra $2 entry fee each week for prizes.

-------------------------------------------------------------------------Sugarmill Woods Tennis Association: Do you want to meet others with an interest in tennis? Join the Sugarmill Woods Tennis Association. We have a schedule of yearly special events in addition to regular play. As a member, you

will receive e-mail correspondence to keep you up to date. Our special play days are followed by lunch under the trees at the Oak Village Sports Complex. Guests of members are welcome

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Hit and GiggleContact: Nan Roys at (352) 382-0867 or nanoroys@tampabay.rr.com

2 Person Team (man/woman, 2 men or 2 women) event. Play 9 holes of alternate shot golf at SMW CC. Tee off Friday afternoon, twice a month. $5 per team. Cash payouts at dinner in Score Lounge. Meet new people! Have fun! No dues.

to play, as long as the guest policy is followed. Non-playing family members are welcome, as well. We also have a Summer Social and a Holiday Season Dinner Dance.

-------------------------------------------------------------------------Pickleball

Everyone is talking about pickleball. The game everyone can play. Come and see our new pickleball courts in the Oak Village Sports Complex located at 1 Village Center Circle, Homosassa, FL 34446. The Pickleball courts are located next to the tennis courts. Beginners are always welcomed; we supply equipment for beginners. Play Schedule: Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday from 9:00 am through 11:30 am. Wednesday evening from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Contact: Harry Mutter: (352) 422-3797, Craig Tammen: (317) 417-2170 or Fred Sanders: (719) 568-4882.

-------------------------------------------------------------------------Women of Sugarmill Woods

The Women of Sugarmill Woods is a public charity organization founded in 1986. During the last 33 years, under the direction of 20 different presidents, our club has continually worked to fulfill the pledge established by our founding members, to enhance the quality of life in our community culturally, socially and environmentally. WSW Gives to Children, Adults and Seniors:Camp E Nini Hassee – Contribution made for the purchase of math books, skill building software, garden supplies.CASA - Contribution made for the purchase of tools required to continue Enhancement of Children's Prevention Program (used in classrooms) and Advocacy Services.Cinderella's Closet: Members donate items that a girl may need to attend her prom: gowns, shoes, jewelry, handbags, makeup, etc.Citrus County Blessings: Contribution made for the purchase of food. WSW members assist in packing bags of food given to 1,650 children for use on the weekends.Friends of Citrus and The Nature Coast: Contribution made for the purchase of Community Grief & Education Programs to be used for parents and teachers, widows & widowers and for children who have experienced a death.Homosassa Public Library: Contribution made for the purchase of four programs to be used to promote learning for both children & senior citizens. Jessie's Place - Citrus County Children's Advocacy Center: Contribution made for the purchase of raised garden beds, landscape fabric, fertilizer, gardening tools, seeds, plants, stones & soil for a new program that will offer a horticulture based therapy for children.Nature Coast Ministries: Contribution made for purchase of dental supplies needed for 100 additional patients at free clinic. Salvation Army Angel Tree: Members choose an angel from our Christmas tree & contribute gifts for children in need.Sugarmill Manor Assisted Living: Members facilitate a monthly bingo game, provide prizes for game winners, conduct parties & lead a holiday sing-along.The Path: Contribution made for the purchase of mini refrigerators & microwaves for newly renovated motel/residence, diapers & other needs of children currently in residence.The Sanctuary Mission: Contribution made toward the purchase of food, medical needs & dental care for Sanctuary residents.We Care: Contribution made toward the cost of recovery, stabilization & distribution of food to low income, hungry people & agencies. For membership information please contact Rosanne Gambill at (352) 503-9133 or rosannegambill@yahoo.com.

-------------------------------------------------------------------------Sugarmill Woods Travel Club Travel Specials & Discounts

Join the Sugarmill Woods Travel Club administered by J and L Travel. As a member you will receive $50 off any booking for a cruise or tour booked through J and L Travel. The $50 off does not apply to airline only bookings but you will not be charged J and L Travels $50 fee to book airline tickets. We have group cruises and tours and specialize in fund raising groups. The foregoing applies to new bookings only. Contact Jesse Mackey, Owner/Travel Consultant, at (352) 382-7708 or jessmackey@jandltravel.com. Jesse and Lois Mackey are Sugarmill residents.

-------------------------------------------------------------------------Citrus County Creative Quilters Guild

Contact: Joyce Englebrecht - Contact Information: 352-382-4508ndThe Citrus County Creative Quilters Guild meets the 2 Wednesday of each

thmonth at 9:00 am in St. Anne's Church, Crystal River and again on the 4 Wednesday each month for a workshop gathering. The purpose is to educate and provide charity quilts. Every two years the group holds a quilt show.

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Singles Night at Sugarmill Woods - Contact Agnes: 382-2020.All singles are invited to join Members and non-members alike for cocktails and dinner in the grill Room on the 2nd Thursday of each month. Cocktails begin at 5:00 pm and dinner is ordered at 6:00 pm.

-------------------------------------------------------------------------Game Night at Sugarmill Woods

Contact: Lorraine Dayton, 352-382-0729Game Night at SMW is held on the second Tuesday of every month. Members are encouraged to bring their own game and group of people to play. If you do not have a game or group of people their may be openings in other games. The Basket Menu is offered on most Tuesday Game Nights.

-------------------------------------------------------------------------The Homosassa River Garden Club

Learn about native plants. The Homosassa River Garden Club will hold its next meeting on Monday, February 17, 2019, beginning at 9:30am, at The First United Methodist Church of Homosassa, Room 113. The church is located at 8831 W. Bradshaw Street. The program will be presented by Anson Nursery. The meetings are opened to all and the public is welcome. For further information, contact Carole at 352 586-9506 or email at gardensci2018@gmail.com.

-------------------------------------------------------------------------American Legion Post 166, Homosassa Springs, FL

CONTACT: The American Legion (352) 765-3949 or email: Post166@outlook.com

"We are proud to announce that the American Legion Post 166 in Homosassa has a new Post home located at 4520 S. Suncoast Blvd in the Homosassa Square next to the Save a lot, behind Burger King. Post 166 is a non-smoking facility. Lounge hours are 11:00 am- 9:30 pm or later Daily. Closed between the hours of 6:30pm – 7:30pm on Tuesdays for meetings. For further Information contact The American Legion at (352) 765-3949.

1st Tuesday of each month: Sons of the American Legion2nd Tuesday of each month: American Legion3rd Tuesday of each month: Auxiliary4th Tuesday of each month: Legion Riders

-------------------------------------------------------------------------Rotary Club of Sugarmill Woods - Founded November, 2008

Meetings: Weekly on Tuesday from 5-6 pm (we gather earlier to chat with one another and meet our guests). Place: Sugarmill Woods Country Club

Programs: Speakers representing organizations from Sugarmill Woods, Citrus County, more (for example- the Sheriff or representative of one of the Sheriff's office programs, School District “Sam” Himmel or a representative from the school district, Bays and Girls Clubs, Library, Animal adoption and rescue organization, Healthy living are just a few of the many interesting programs.Service to the Community: Lecanto Primary School, Rotary Interact Club at Lecanto High School, Adult Literacy through public library, Feeding programs- locally and internationally, clean water projects, and more. Visitors are welcomed. New Members are invited into membership by a current member of Sugarmill Woods Rotary. Former Rotarians are encouraged to give us a call.

-------------------------------------------------------------------------Christian Women’s Connection of Homosassa

Chairperson is Linda Duller: 382-3392.Christian Women's Club meetings are held nationwide monthly. A Christian group but we do not meet in a Church nor are we a specific denomination. We meet at Southern Woods Country Club the second Tuesday of the month from September thru May at 9 a.m. The fee is $14.00 per person. Please remember included in the cost are the refreshments, gratuity, speaker and entertainment. We have various special features along with a spiritual speaker. We encourage women to come join us. For reservations, call Carol at 382-5233.

-------------------------------------------------------------------------Meals on Wheels - Contact: Shirley Dube, 382-2211

The Meals on Wheels program, in our area, is made up of teams consisting of Oak Village Women and Sugarmill Woods Club members or husband and wife teams. This service is always in need of volunteers to help distribute meals daily to those elderly home bound clients or those unable to drive due to illness, lack of transportation or other issues. Most teams sign up to do a run once a month, with only one hour and a half of your time needed to complete the route. You may be the only contact many of our seniors see on a daily basis. The clients look forward to those friendly faces. Volunteers can be

The Meals on Wheels Association of America is the oldest and largest national organization composed of, and representing, local, community-based Senior Nutrition Programs in all 50 U.S. Territories. All told, there are some 5,000 local Senior Nutrition Programs in the United States. These programs provide well over one million meals to seniors who need them each day.

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reimbursed for mileage by the county, but most of the teams donate that back to the program. If you are interested in volunteering for this worthwhile program in our area, please contact Shirley Dube at 382-2211

-------------------------------------------------------------------------Community Food Bank Of Citrus County

In need of volunteer staff due to increase in food from local stores and other sources. We sort & distribute to over 30 pantries, soup kitchens and shelters throughout Citrus County. Call (352) 628 FOOD (3663), located at 5259 W. Cardinal St., Bldg. B, Homosassa. 1.9 miles from RT 19 and Walmart)

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Making Friends Through a Shared Passion

-------------------------------------------------------------------------Bridge Groups

Women's Bridge: Contact Darrielle Wyatt: 382-3182Held every Thursday in the Sugarmill Woods Grill Room.

Men's and Women's Bridge: Contact Claire Sickel: (239) 560-3969.Held on the 2nd Tuesday of every month.

-------------------------------------------------------------------------Sodbusters Golf Group

We are a relaxed, friendly golf group for all abilities both male and female. We meet every Tuesday and Friday at 7:53am at Sugarmill Woods Country Club. Play on one day or both. For more information please call Ken Steidel at 352-503 7355 or Jerry Bush at 352- 503-7263.

-------------------------------------------------------------------------The Lunch Bunch

The Lunch Bunch is a 9 Hole ladies group that meets by the Sugarmill Woods CC pro shop on Friday mornings at 9 am. We enjoy a 9 hole round of golf followed by going to lunch to different restaurants in the area if you are so inclined. We welcome players of all levels that just would like to play for fun and enjoy the camaraderie. Please give me, Nancy Sullivan, a call at (352) 586-4749, or you may email me at Nancy47@tampabay.rr.com for additional information. New members always welcome!”

----------------------------------------------------Friends of the Homosassa Public Library

Lovers of books and reading should consider joining the Friends of the Homosassa Library. A non-profit group the Friends raise funds to provide materials the library cannot afford. They do so through modest membership fees and two large book sales in the Spring and Fall. The sales typically garner about $5,000 each, all proceeds going into library programs. The next sale is Nov. 15, 16 and 17 at the library. Volunteers to help with the book sales are always welcome. The Friends' Board of Directors meet at 10 a.m. the second Wednesday every month except for summer months (June, July and August). The meetings are open to the public. For more information about membership contact Diane Gapcznski at (352) 503-3688. For more information about the book sales contact Shirley Leonard at (781) 264-5098.

----------------------------------------------------Citrus County Coin Club – LAUNCH

A new club has been launched to serve the needs and interest of local coin and currency collectors and hobbyists. The Citrus County Coin Club (C4) holds its meetings at the Homosassa Moose Lodge (1855 S. Suncoast Hwy (U.S. 19), Homosassa, FL.) beginning December 17th. Future meetings will be on the third Tuesday of each month at 6:30 pm. Next meeting will be on January 21, 2020. Moose membership is not required and we welcome guests to visit. There is no age limit and we particularly wish to extend an invitation to youngsters (accompanied by a parent) who are looking to learn about a very rewarding, educationally and historically rich hobby. The C4 is in the process of registering as a non profit (501 c 7) organization with the State of Florida. Inquiries; please call 352-650-0087 or bbandino@tampabay.rr.com.

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The Touch of Class Corvette Club was established in 2005 to provide Corvette owners an opportunity to enjoy their cars and the fellowship of a shared passion. The TCCC members drive and enjoy their Corvettes and experience a wide variety of functions and events. From a pleasant drive to an out-of-the-way restaurant, or a multi-day event at locations throughout Florida and beyond, the members of the TCCC believe that sharing the experience of owning America's best sports car is an avenue for building lasting friendships. Monthly meetings are held each month at Anglotti's Pizza at 130 Heights Ave in Inverness, Fl, 34452. Meetings start at 7:00 PM, but many members arrive early to enjoy a bite to eat and some extra fellowship time with others.If you own a Corvette and would like to become a member, or would just like more information, send an email to info@tccorvettes.com or visit our website at www.tccorvettes.com.

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