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| May 2011 |
Long Island Chapter News
Better Than Ever in 2011
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Greetings!
The EWGA's (Executive Women's Golf Association) mission is connecting women to learn, play and enjoy golf for business and for fun.
Embody the spirit of EWGA.
June:
Summer Clinics and Golf School Begin! Check our website for details: www.ewgali.org
June 6th, 2011
I've Never Been to an "Outing" Outing
Harbor Links Golf Course, Port Washington
June 20th, 2011
EWGA Meet & Mingle Member/Guest
The Greens at Half Hollow, Melville
Connect - Learn - Play - Belong
Michele Chotkowski
2011 Communications Chair |
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 | MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT |
| by Jackie Meli-Rizzo |  |
Message from the President-
The Long Island Chapter is in full swing since its kick off in March. Nineteen members and board members attended the 20th Anniversary EWGA Annual Conference at Amelia Island. The chapter won top honors with the highest retention in Division I - 72% retention. That was great news especially when you take into consideration the size of our chapter.
The social committee led by Lynne Nordone hosted the Spring New Member Networking Social at the Hamlet in Commack. It was an informative evening for new members who had a chance to direct their questions to the panel of board & committee members. The well-attended clinics run by Theresa Oropallo have begun at several venues. Suzanne Garcia had the first Rules and Etiquette Seminar which is always a great night. Maureen Mahoney, the League Chair started the evening delivering some crucial League Play information specifically for new members. Janet Amodie presented the etiquette portion of the night and Suzanne capped off the evening with a review of the Rules of Golf. The 14 leagues - yes 14 this year - are run by Maureen Mahoney and they have officially begun. Everyone was very excited to see their friends at the various 19th holes all over Nassau and Suffolk County. Our first outing of the year was at Huntington Crescent Country Club. Chris Sedlacek and her committee did a fantastic job running the outing and thank goodness the weather held up.
I hope you take advantage of everything EWGA LI has to offer. As you can see we offer a lot and if you have an opportunity, get out there and enjoy it all!!!
Jackie Meli-RIzzo
President
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| SOCIAL EVENTS |
| by Lynne Nordone | |
April's Member Spring Social Welcomes and Wows
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New members Sharon Brick and Susan Canarick. |
Spring was in the air on the evening of April 21st, and with it the anticipation of the start of golf season as EWGA LI members gathered to welcome new members and enjoy a sumptuous reception social at The Hamlet Golf & Country Club in Commack.
It had been a warm day and the floor-to-ceiling windows lining the spacious ballroom overlooking The Hamlet's 9th hole framed our thoughts of getting back on the course.
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Member Karen Furno and guest Joanne Gowen. |
The room's conversations lulled after an hour and a half of socializing, as chapter president Jackie Meli-Rizzo welcomed members and guests, and introduced committee chairs to share insights and information on the upcoming season activities.
The questions on most attendee's minds were fielded by league chair Maureen Mahoney regarding season play, as well as chair Suzanne Garcia with respect to rules, etiquette and establishing a handicap. Also addressing the group were chapter
secretary Liz Tobin on clinics and education, past
membership chair Bobbie Turner and membership
committee member Michelle Andriaccio
 | | League Chair Maureen Mahoney fields questions. |
on membership, sponsorship chair Laura Palker, and social events chair Lynne Nordone.
Special thanks to social events volunteers Penny Pinkerton-Bernstein and Lissa Mattson for welcoming members and guests on-site.
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| Visit Our Sponsors |
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| GOLF EVENTS |
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by Bobbie Turner
Chair
Chris Sedlacek | |
HUNTINGTON CRESCENT CLUB OUTING - What a great day! 
After days of rain, Monday May 2nd, turned out to be a spectacular day for all who attended the first great Golf Event of the year.
Huntington Crescent Club
in Huntington is one of the finest private clubs on Long Island and we are so lucky to be able to hold an EWGALI event there.
We started the day with a breakfast buffet to die for. After some time on the practice tees, putting green and of course, sales in the pro shop, we had a shotgun start at 12 noon. The weather was perfect, not too hot, not too cold and fun was had by all. After golf we gathered for cocktails and then dinner. Chris Sedlacek and her wonderful committee of dedicated volunteers gave out raffles and awards. Awards were given out for the scramble teams (low gross and net), Best ball teams (low gross and net), longest drives, and closest to the pin. Raffle prizes were great especially for those who won them! However when all was done, the best part of the day was the new friendships that developed. Congratulations to the Golf Event committee for doing another great well done event for us!!!!! See you at the next outing!
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| Visit Our Sponsors |
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Platinum Sponsors
   
Visit our Website for Sponsors Details http://www.ewgali.org/sponsors.htm |
| MEMBERSHIP |
by Sandrina Devlopoulos | |
All EWGA-LI Chapter Members,  Congratulations! The EWGA Long Island, NY Chapter was recognized as one of the top winners in the "2010 Finders Keepers Membership Reward program." Thanks to the efforts of our Chapter leaders and members, we earned First Place in Division I for the Highest Retention Rate. Thank you Members for making this happen!
Our Chapter was recognized at the EWGA Golfpalooza in Amelia Island, Florida on Wednesday, April 13th. What makes this even better is that we had almost 20 LI Chapter members representing our Chapter at the event.
Changing or Adding Chapters
- One of the benefits of EWGA membership is the ability to join another Chapter in the event of relocation or if a Chapter opens in a location that is more convenient for the member.
- Association fees apply for the entire membership year, regardless of the Chapter affiliation. There is a $35 fee for the transfer or for a second Chapter.
- Members are to contact Association Headquarters to transfer or add a Chapter and they will explain the process and notify the new Chapter.
Member Benefits to Make Life Easier - All members were mailed the 2011 Easy Reference Pocket Guide describing the long list of EWGA member discounts and savings opportunities.
- We encourage you to login to the Member Clubhouse and go to the Benefits tab to find the most current list of member benefits and special codes so that you can take advantage of all the member savings opportunities available to you.
Enjoy and remember to renew if your membership is coming to an end! |
| Visit Our Sponsors |
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Platinum Sponsors
  
Visit our Website for Sponsors Details http://www.ewgali.org/sponsors.htm |
| LEAGUES |
| by Maureen Mahoney | |
The 2011 LEAGUE SEASON BEGINS
The 2011 league season is finally underway. Opening day at the Peninsula league featured bright sun and bright smiles, though the course challenged everyone with tough putting conditions. All across Long Island, old friends are reconnecting, new members are getting acquainted, and everyone is trying to relearn their golf swings after a long, miserable winter. As of May 1, more than 650 members had signed up for one or more of our 14 leagues. Volunteers at each league have sent everyone the League Handbook as well as league-specific Welcome Letters that provide extensive information about policies, procedures, and deadlines. Please read these documents carefully as they provide answers to most questions that arise during the early weeks of play. Should a question arise that is not covered in the documents, please feel free to contact one of the league volunteers.
I hope you will all enjoy the leagues this season. I also encourage you to avail yourselves of the clinics, the handicap seminars and the mentoring outings to help you improve your game and enhance your EWGA experience. I look forward to seeing many of you out on the links as the season unfolds. |
| SPONSOR EVENT
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by Laura
Palker | |
GolfTEC Chapter Training Event
 On Tuesday evening May 10th, the GolfTEC center on Voice Road in Carle Place hosted an exclusive special instructional session for EWGA Long Island members who were lucky enough to find a VIP invitation stapled to the back cover of the 2011 Season Guide they received at the Tee Off event in March.  | | Member Maureen Chappo participates in putting contest. |
Upon arrival members participated in a putting contest - three tries to get the ball down the corridor into the hole!Three members won a complimentary evaluation session valued at $175.00 |
| | golfTEC coach Gerardo Patron evaluates member Lynne Nordone's swing |
After the putting competition, members enjoyed snacks and beverages while waiting their turn for "How green is your swing?" - which was a quick look at each person's swing to see how efficient it is - with either golfTEC certified personal coach Gerardo Patron or Rich Taliani. Each member was videotaped and examined for key points on improving their swing.
EWGA LI president Jackie Meli-Rizzo discussed offering more EWGA event
 | | golfTEC manager Brad Bayer and chapter president Jackie Meli-Rizzo |
opportunities with golfTEC manager Brad Bayer. Brad explained that there is special EWGA pricing for members enrolling for a full evaluation and lesson package, details of which will be featured in an upcoming sponsor bulletin. One of the benefits of taking lessons at GolfTEC is that you can view your lesson repeatedly on the golftec website. To schedule an an evaluation call 516.248.4653 and mention you are an EWGA member.
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| SPONSORSHIPS |
by Laura
Palker | |
EWGA LI Networks at Albert's Mandarin Gourmet Golf Outing
June 8th, 2011 Lunch at Noon Shotgun at 1:00PM Crab Meadow Golf Course 220 Waterside Road
Northport, NY 11786
(631) 757-8800 Crab Meadow Golf Course is Huntington's home for golf. Crab Meadow is located in Northport, New York along the picturesque North Shore. With breathtaking views of the Long Island Sound on each shot, Crab Meadow will sure to please every caliber of golfer. Designed by architect William F. Mitchell, the golf course is 6,574/5,658 yards with a rating of 71.6/73.7 and a slope of 125/126. Join EWGA Members at Crab Meadow Golf Course for lunch at Noon followed by 18 Holes overlooking the Long Island Sound. Members will receive handy tips on how to use golf for business and for fun! And talk about FUN....the 19th hole is at Albert's Mandarin Gourmet where you will enjoy a feast fit for a queen. $120.00 Fee includes Lunch, Greens Fees, Golf Cart and the 19th Hole at Albert's Mandarin Gourment (269 New York Avenue Huntington, NY 11743-3581 - (631) 673-8188) CASH BAR Make Check Payable to Albert's Mandarin Gourmet Mail to: Laura Palker, 78 Horton Drive, South Huntington, NY 11746 Please call Laura Palker at 516-380-7904 with any questions. |
| COMMUNICATIONS |
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| by Michele Chotkowski | |
Newsletter Submissions
Please feel free to send Chapter News to news.ewgali@gmail.com. We will make every effort to include your submissions. All submissions are subject to editing and final approval by the EWGA LI Chapter Board.
Please do not send inquiries or general email to news.ewgali@gmail.com. This email address is accessed once a month to capture news for the newlsetter. Visit www.ewgali.org for all Committee Chair contact information. We work very hard to respond in a timely manner. If you do not get a response within a day or two, please resend your email or call. |
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