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1 PINEHAVEN COUNTRY CLUB Upcoming Events: Women s Association Stableford Tournament May 6 Demo Day on the range May 12 Mother s Day Brunch Sunday May 14 Men s Stableford Tournament May The Annual Swing Into Summer Social will be held on Friday May 26th. Join us for a evening of great food, camaraderie, music and dancing Women s Member-Member May Men s Member-Member May Audrey VanAlstine Memorial Mixed Tournament June 4 Two Man Club Championship June Women s Association Tournament June 10 June Guest Day United States Open Theme Friday June 16 Just a friendly reminder. *Please repair ball marks on the greens *Please fill fairway divots with seed & soil *Please obey riding cart rules and signs *Please keep walking carts off of tee boxes *Please rake bunkers when you exit *Please check with Pro Shop before starting on hole #10 *Shirts should be tucked in at all times unless they are designed to be worn without being tucked in Inside this issue: Men s Member Guest 2 June Guest Day 3 Swing Into Summer 5 The Audrey 8 Women s Member Guest 9 Golf Shop News Junior Golf & Swim New Members Please welcome our new members that have joined since the April Chatterbox! Anthony Carnevale Ethan Revelia Daniel Harding Eric Wasserbach Joseph Castiglione Membership Information: Our members are our best recruiters, tell your friends about Pinehaven! Make sure to point out: THANK YOU FOR HOSTING OUR TOURNAMENT From: The College of Saint Rose Women s Golf Team. Camila, Ariel, Audrey, Marissa and Sidney Affordable Membership Options No Hidden Fees No Assessments Great Pace of Play If you sponsor a new member you will receive 3 guest passes!

2 PAGE 2 THE CHATTERBOX 2017 NEWSLETTER 2017 Men s Member Guest Weekend July 7-8, 2017 $549 per team (Entry Required by June 1) $575 per team for entries received after June 1 Schedule of Events Format: 9 Hole Matches (Fourball) THURSDAY Practice Round (included in entry fee) FRIDAY 7:45 AM- 8:45 AM Member Registration- Register and receive player gifts 7:45 AM- 8:45 AM Breakfast on the Patio 8:45 AM Reading of Tournament Rules & Daily Games ROUND 1/2/3-9:00 AM Shotgun Start Better Ball of Partners Match #1 11:15 AM Meet at 2 nd Match Hole Assignment for Match #2 11:30 AM Shotgun Start Better Ball of Partners Match #2 1:45 PM 2:45 PM Lunch on the Patio 3:00 PM Shotgun Start Better Ball of Partners Match #3 5:30 PM Cocktail Reception (2 Hour Open Bar) and Dinner Buffet SATURDAY 8:00 AM 8:45 AM Breakfast on the Patio 8:45 AM 9:00 AM Reading of Daily Rules and Games ROUND 4/5-9:00 AM Shotgun Start Better Ball of Partners Match #4 11:15 11:45 Meet on the Patio for Lunch and Hole Assignments Match #5 11:45 Shotgun Start Better Ball of Partners Match #5** 2:00 PM 3:00 PM Championship Playoff 3:00 PM 4:00 PM Awards Ceremony and Raffle SUNDAY Golf for Members and Guests with Optional Games Available **USGA Handicap Verification is Required for all Participants**

3 2017 NEWSLETTER THE CHATTERBOX PAGE 3 Tournament Co Chairs Joe & Katie Mallia Cordially Invite You to the Pinehaven Country Club United States Open Golf Guest Day June 16, 2017 Schedule of Events: 2:00 pm - Registration 2:45 pm - Shotgun Start 7:30 pm - Cocktails, Dinner and Prizes To Enter contact the Pro Shop at golfproshop@pinehavencc.com or call ext. 205 Player Fee - $89.00 Includes: 18 Holes of Golf With Cart Course Stations Dinner Prizes & Awards COURSE BEVERAGE STATIONS Bagged Snacks Fresh Fruit Assorted Sodas Gatorade Assorted Wisconsin Beer s US Open Sangria Join us Early for: US Open Golf Coverage and Lunch (not included in event entry fee) Day s Activities Include Closest to the Pin Closest to the Line Hole in One Prizes US Open Trivia Contest Raffles Full Day of Golf & Fun! Apres Golf Wisconsin Cheese Board DINNER MENU Garden Salad with Assorted Dressings Fresh Seasonal Fruit Salad Wisconsin Beer Brats, Butter Burgers and Grilled Marinated Chicken Sandwich Truffle Fries Dessert: Chef s Choice Coffee & Tea Service

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6 PAGE 6 THE CHATTERBOX 2017 NEWSLETTER From the Business Office.. Guest Passes Those entitled to 2017 Guest Passes will have them available in the Pro Shop. When having a guest to Pinehaven please see the Pro Shop staff to redeem passes. Other Clubs This season many of you will be visiting other area golf clubs to play golf or dine in their restaurant. If you want these costs charged to your account, please be sure to tell them you are a Pinehaven Country Club member, give your member number, and legibly sign (or print) your name on the charge slip. This will avoid any problems at the other club or here in the office as to whose account should be charged. Late payment To avoid a finance charge, payment must be made on or before the 15 th of each month. If you discover an error on your bill, please notify the office immediately and we will do our best to resolve the discrepancy. Any unpaid balance on the first of the following month could affect your membership privileges. Please refer to the delinquency policy in the Members Handbook. Drop Box If you need to drop off your payment outside of Business Office hours there are 2 drop boxes available for your convenience. One box is located to the left of the interior Business Office door below the window and the second is located in the exterior Business Office door. Proposed Rule: Under new Rule 13.1: There would no longer be a penalty if a player (or opponent) accidentally causes the player s ball to move on the putting green. The substance of this Rule change has already been implemented as of January 1, 2017 by authorizing Committees to adopt a Local Rule that eliminates the penalty for accidentally moving a ball on the putting green. Reasons for Change: The shape, slope and condition of many putting greens today increase the chances that a ball at rest on the putting green might move, and it can be difficult to determine whether a player caused the ball to move or whether the ball was moved by wind or other natural causes. When a ball moves while the player is doing nothing more than taking normal actions to prepare for a stroke, it can seem unfair for the player to be penalized. Most ball moved situations occur on the putting green, involve minimal movement of the ball, frequently occur when the player is taking reasonable actions to prepare for a stroke and the ball can be easily replaced. These considerations are not the same when the ball lies off the putting green, and so the penalty would continue to apply (with exceptions, such as accidentally moving a ball during search) to a player or opponent in those circumstances to reinforce the principle that the ball should be played as it lies and that players should continue to exercise care when near to a ball in play.

7 PAGE 7 THE CHATTERBOX 2017 NEWSLETTER LADIES GOLF NEWS Attention all Pinehaven Women Golfers Paula Maniscalco will be the 9 hole Interclub chair for the 2017 golfing season. The fee for golf is $20.00 which includes continental breakfast, green fees, cart and prize money. The fee will be charged to your Pinehaven account. The cost for lunch is $20.00 and will be charged to your Pinehaven Account from the host club. The schedule for the 2017 season is as follows: Pinehaven Thursday, May 25 th Paula Maniscalco PCC 9 hole Interclub Representative Edison Club Tuesday, June 28 th Van Schaick Tuesday, July 11 th Mohawk Thursday, August 10 th 18 Hole Interclub The 2017 home interclub schedule is as follows: Wednesday May 24th vs Country Club of Troy Friday August 4th vs Mohawk Golf Club Friday August 11th vs The Edison Club Ladies Trunk Show Tuesday May 23rd 6:30-8:30 pm Apparel by: EP North, Bermuda Sands, Lucky in Love and I B Kul All Special Ordered Merchandise from the trunk show will be discounted 20% off retail

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10 PAGE 10 THE CHATTERBOX 2017 NEWSLETTER Just a friendly reminder as we move into the golf season that Pinehaven does have Club policy on proper attire in and around the Club. To refresh you on that policy, below is a paraphrased excerpt from the Club Member Handbook pertaining to Rules and Regulations for expected member and guest attire. (See the Member Handbook for more detail.) K. ATTIRE, DEMEANOR, EQUIPMENT & MISCELLANEOUS Members and guests are expected to wear proper private club attire at all times, unless otherwise accepted. Members are responsible for notifying their guests of the Club s attire rules. For those members or guests wearing shorts, only finished* shorts are acceptable. Swimsuits, cut-offs, brief shorts (More than six inches above the knee for men, mid-thigh for women, bike shorts, or jogging or sweat pants may not be worn. Denim jeans* (including designer jeans ) or dungarees may not be worn anywhere on the golf course, driving range/practice facilities. Denim jeans are permitted in the Clubhouse only (no ripped knees, etc.). Men shall wear a collared shirt, at least quarter-sleeved shirt or turtleneck or mock turtleneck at all times. Women shall wear collared sleeveless golf shirts and fashion tee shirts suitable for golf. Shirts not designed to be worn outside shall be tucked in at all times. Tank tops, fishnet shirts, halter tops, and sweat suits are not permitted. It is not the Board s intention to dictate fashion, rather it is the intent that the policies, rules, and regulations here at Pinehaven that apply to all members and guests be known and complied with by all members at all times. We hope that all members can respect this particular policy. While the Board certainly does not want to create any conflict over this issue, but since it is a rule of the Club, the Board has authorized the staff of the Pro Shop to monitor this policy to ensure compliance. If a member or guest is identified as not in compliance with this policy, one advisory warning will be given. If a second non-compliance is identified, the member will be asked to change his/her attire before playing golf that day. Thank you for your respect for Proposed Rule: Players would continue to drop a ball when taking relief, but the dropping procedure would be changed in several ways as detailed in Rule How a ball may be dropped is simplified, with no limitations on how the ball must be held or how high it must be dropped from; the only requirement would be that the ball be let go from any height above the ground or any growing thing or other natural or artificial object so that it falls through the air, rather than being set down or placed on these things. Reasons for Change: The new procedure moves away from the current mechanical approach on how to drop a ball, with its several procedural requirements; the focus would appropriately be on where the ball is dropped and played from, not the mechanics of how it gets there. At the same time, requiring the player to drop a ball (as opposed to the alternative of placing it) would retain a desired randomness about where the ball will end up: This is especially the case when a ball is dropped in more difficult conditions such as thick rough or longer grass. The player has no guarantee that the ball will come to rest on a desired spot or in a good lie. Relaxing the restrictions on how to drop a ball would help pace of play by making it easier for a player to take relief with only a single drop: When a ball is dropped from shoulder height, it often rolls a considerable distance, so that the need for a re-drop is common.

11 PAGE 11 THE CHATTERBOX 2017 NEWSLETTER Golf Course Pace of Play Pace of play is always a hot topic of conversation. I believe there is a delicate balance that we are trying to establish and maintain. Our Course is rated to be played in a little over 4 hours, this would be for a foursome playing under average conditions. With this in mind there are many variables that can impact a groups pace of play such as; number of players in the group, weather conditions, format of play, etc. Some players and groups play faster or slower than others please try to be understanding of that. I think everyone having an enjoyable round experience is our most important goal. With this in mind please try to be courteous and understanding of your fellow members and golfers. Below are some helpful hints of how we can all work together 1. Be prepared and be ready to play 2. Manage your time on the tee. Playing honors on the tee is preferred however if you are struggling to keep up with the group in front of then "hit when ready" 3. Plan your next shot. Once you are off the tee, plan ahead for your next shot. determine your yardage and make your club selection before it is your turn to play. 4. Keep your pre shot routine short. Make your club selection, pick your line of play and trust yourself. A concise pre shot routine will help you play quicker and more confidently (so you don't over analyze) 5. Be helpful to others in your group. Follow the flight of all shots in your group, not just your own. Be ready to help others out; rake a bunker, replace a divot, repair a ball mark or attend to the flagstick. 6. Keep up with the group in front of you. Your correct position on the golf course is directly behind the group in front of you, not immediately in front of the group behind you. 7. Put the conversation on hold. Never delay making a stroke because you are in the middle of a conversation. Play your shot and then resume the conversation. 8. Be efficient on the putting green. Mark, clean your ball when you arrive at the putting green so you will be ready to replace it and play when it is your turn. 9. Be courteous to other golfers. If you have an issue with the pace of play of a group in front of you or behind you please handle it politely. A confrontation on the golf course does not help the pace of play or a groups enjoyment of the round. if the problem persists then allow the Pro Shop Staff to address it. Remember that it is not necessary to yell at the Pro Shop Staff as we did not cause the delay.

12 2017 NEWSLETTER THE CHATTERBOX GOLF SHOP NEWS PAGE 12 Those members who like to participate in Club Tournaments can sign up in the Pro Shop. Additionally, you may sign up by ing a message to the pro shop at golfproshop@pinehavencc.com. The Pro Shop is on Facebook; our page features updates on sales and new merchandise arrivals. Please friend us at Pinehaven Scott Warren. Hole in One Insurance If you would like hole-in-one insurance for the 2017 season the cost to register is $10. You can register in the Pro Shop or by ing golfproshop@pinehavencc.com. Once you have registered, the rebilling fee is $3.00 per hole-in-one. If you make a hole-in-one you will receive: 1. a custom paver by the putting green commemorating your hole in one 2. a credit on your tab account 3. a credit on your pro shop account ***Tab and Pro Shop credits will be based on total number of entrants in the insurance fund. The amounts will be posted in the Pro Shop Golf Lesson Rates Individual Lesson $60.00 Lesson Package (4) $ Lesson Package (8) $ Unlimited Lessons $ (Individual) Unlimited Lessons $ (Family) Unlimited Lessons $ (Juniors under 18) Ladies Clinics $15.00 Per class ***Details on the dates and times of the Clinics, Golf Schools and Junior Programs will be posted in each addition of the Chatterbox Event Preview May 1 Two by Fore Outing May 6 Women s Stableford May 12 Demo Day on the Practice Range May 13 Footjoy Day May 15 NYS Society of CPA s (Course Closed) May Men s Stableford Tournament May 26 Swing into Summer Party May Women s Member-Member May Men s Member-Member June 10 Women s 666 Tournament June Two Man Championship June 12 Colonie Chamber Outing June 16 United States Open Guest Day June 19 NENYPGA Pro Am June 26 Colonie Boys Lacrosse Outing July 1-2 Women s Pineheim Cup July 4 Two Lady Scramble July 7-8 Men s Member Guest

13 PAGE 13 T HE C HA T T E R B O X Club Storage Handicap Flags Quite possibly the best bargain at Pinehaven, club storage runs from April 1 thru November 19. Members who take advantage of club storage have access to their clubs 7 days a week and your clubs are cleaned every time you play. If you had club storage last year your spot for 2017 is already reserved. If you did not have club storage last year but would like to sign up for this season please call the Golf Shop. Thank you! 2017 Club Storage Fees are: Golf Bag or Electric Walking Cart Golf Bag & Walking Cart Golf Bag & Electric Walking Cart NE WS LE T T E R Handicap Flags are available for golf cart riders who qualify. Please see Golf Professional Brian Pierotti for details. $100. $125. $185. (8% NYS Sales Tax is will be added to purchase) Tournament Results Men s Opening Scramble Paul Hart/Dick Villa/Mark Labbe/Paul Pastore 63 Bryan Shanklin/Bill Verzole/Dennis Feeney/ Chris Vandoren 64 Stan Milos/Ron Cellupica/Frank Toma/Michael Masucci 64 Kevin Sheldon/Rick Rose/Kevin Eglit/Joe Hogan 64 Tournament Results Women s Opening Scramble Mary Scatena/Dr. Judy Mysliborski/Cynthia Preiser/Barbara Mahoney 67 Nan Lanahan/Sandra Weckter/Linda Bourgeois/Carol Sherwood 68 Katie Mallia/Joey Laiacona/Pam Lemme/Ellen Mallia 68 Nancy Kroll/Maureen Silk-Eglit/Mary Pat Smith/Barbara Trimarchi 70

14 PAGE 14 THE CHATTERBOX 2017 NEWSLETTER Club Fitting Golfers who invest in their game by purchasing a new set of clubs should make one more investment, too: getting custom fit. Every golfer is a bit different in size, body shape and the shape of their golf swing. Custom fitting results in clubs that are specifically suited to an individual's height, strength, club head speed and swing characteristics. Contrary to the belief of many, club fitting does not have to be a time-consuming or expensive endeavor. A very basic club fitting might take as little as 15 minutes, with the average being minutes. It is best to do a club fitting outdoors so that the ball flight can be observed. By watching the ball flight produced by each variation of a club, and checking the impact marks left on adhesive strips attached to the clubface and sole, a recommendation can be made for the best combination of shaft (length, flex and kick point), loft (standard, strong or flat), lie (strong or flat), grip and swing weight, among other factors. The Golf Professional Staff at Pinehaven Country Club recommends that you get custom fit before purchasing new clubs. There is no charge for our custom fitting services and we will give you trade in credit, on your old clubs, towards the purchase of your new equipment. Get custom fit for your specs before the Demo Day on May 12 th and then try out as many types of irons as you want that night. Putter and Wedge Game Promotion Purchase any putter or wedge in stock and receive a complimentary 20 minute lesson with PGA Professional Brian Pierotti or Assistant Professional Matthew McPhillips.

15 PAGE 15 THE CHATTERBOX 2017 NEWSLETTER GOLF ACTIVITIES REPORT Thank you to all of the members that participated in the Men s and Women s Opening Scramble on April 29! JUST A REMINDER On Saturday, May 27th, the Men s and Women s Member/Member Tournaments will tee off starting on both the front and back nines with assigned tee times. On Sunday, May 28th, the Men s and Women s Member/ Member Tournaments will have a 9:00am Shotgun Start. The conclusion of the Men s Member/Member Tournament on Monday May 29th will utilize tee times off of the first tee. Members not playing in the tournament may request to play in the morning through the lottery system, and they will be assigned an available spot if they are not filled by tournament play. Of course, any member may request a tee time following the tournament play. We hope that everyone will enjoy participating in our upcoming Stableford and Member-Member Tournaments. Sincerely, Adam Jameson & Mary Scatena Golf Activities Committee Co-Chairs The Golf Activities Committee: Adam Jameson, Mary Scatena, Brian Pierotti Lynn Cummings, George Gutchell, Nan Lanahan, Joe Mallia, Rick Rose, Bernie Santandrea, Lou Saccocio. HOUSE COMMITTEE REPORT Linda Donbrowski and Juanita Treacy will be the 2017 floor managers for the food and beverage operations provided by Michael s at Pinehaven. Please welcome Linda and Juanita back for the season. If you have any questions or concerns regarding food and beverage issues please address them with Linda or Juanita. They will handle the best manner to resolve the issue. While it probably does not need mentioning, but we will anyway, please remember everyone deserves respect. To reiterate, any problem you may have should be presented in the aforementioned manner to the caterer management, not to the wait staff or bartender. ~Thank You. Al DeMarco & Bob Martell, Co-Chairs Snack Shack Schedule 2017 May Hours of Operation Friday 11:00am until 4:00pm Saturday 9:00am until 4:00pm Sunday 9:00am until 4:00pm June, July, August Hours of Operation Monday & Tuesday - Snack Shack Closed Wednesday 1:00pm until 7:30pm Thursday 1:00pm until 7:30pm Friday 11:00am until 4:00pm Saturday 9:00am until 4:00pm Sunday 9:00am until 4:00pm **Snack Shack attendants arrive 1 hour prior to snack shack opening to prep and stock the shack**

16 PAGE 16 THE CHATTERBOX GOLF ACTIVITIES REPORT Parent/Child Tournament Schedule 2017 NEWSLETTER Parent/Child Event #2 Parent/Child Event #3 Parent/Child Event #4 Parent/Child Event #5 Parent/Child Event #6 Sunday May 7 th Sunday June 25 th Sunday July 9 th Sunday July 23 rd Sunday August 20 th PGA Junior Golf League Match Schedule Edison Sunday June 25 th Mohawk Saturday July 15 th Town of Pinehaven Saturday July 22 nd Van Pinehaven Saturday July 29 th *August Dates TBA Guest Passes Guest passes will now be paperless and can be redeemed in the Pro Shop when bringing a guest to Pinehaven. Members will be charged a cart fee for all guests who utilize a guest pass. Members are not required to ride a cart. Non-member stockholders do not have to pay a cart fee when playing using one of their playing privileges. Transfers to other member accounts must be made in writing to the Pro Shop in advance if you are allowing another member to use one of your passes Please remember that only an active member is able to use or transfer guest passes For all rules and restrictions about guest play and guest passes please view the 2016 Member s Handbook

17 PAGE 17 THE CHATTERBOX 2017 NEWSLETTER Swim Team Calendar SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY June Swim Team Calendar 1 Sign up and First Practice Practice 4:30-5: Practice 4:30-5:30 8 Practice 4:30-5: Practice 4:30-5: Practice 4:30-5:30 15 Practice 4:30-5: Practice 4:30-5: Practice 4:30-5:30 22 Practice 4:30-5: Home Swim Meet vs Mohawk SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY July Swim Team Calendar Home Swim Meet vs Troy Home Swim Meet vs WRCC Swim Meet at Colonie CC 11 Swim Meet at Normanside Home Swim Meet vs Schuyler Meadows 18 Swim Meet at Albany CC Championships At Albany CC 25 Championships At Albany CC 26 Team Party At Pinehaven

18 PAGE 18 THE CHATTERBOX 2017 NEWSLETTER 2017 Social Calendar Sunday May 14th- Mother s Day Friday May 26th - Swing Into Summer Social Friday June 16th - June United States Open Guest Day Friday June 30th Drive In Movie Night Friday July 14th - Comedy Night Friday August 18th - Steeplechase Guest Day Friday September 1st- Fall Into Winter Social Women s Chip n Sip Every Thursday in May 5:45 until 6:30pm $25.00 per session all inclusive

19 PAGE 19 THE CHATTERBOX 2017 NEWSLETTER SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY 1 Two by Fore Outing 1:00 2 ROB S Ladies League 3 MAY Yellow Ball 4 18 hole interclub Sundowners 5 6 Women s Assoc Stableford 7 Open tee time day Parent Child 8 Open at Noon 9 ROB S Ladies League 10 Yellow Ball 11 Ladies Day Sundowners 12 Demo Day 13 Open tee time day 14 Mother s Day Brunch 15 NYSSCPA s Outing 12:30 16 ROB S Ladies League 17 Yellow Ball 18 Ladies Day Sundowners Men s Stableford 21 Men s Stableford 28 Pool Open Men s & Women s Member-Member 9:00am 22 Open at Noon 29 Pool Open Men s Member- Member 23 ROB S Ladies League 30 Open at Noon 24 Yellow Ball 31 ROB S Ladies League JUNE 25 Ladies 9 Hole Interclub 9:00am 26 Swing Into Summer Social 27 Pool Open Men s & Women s Member- Member (F9-B9) SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY 1 Ladies Day Sundowners 2 3 Pool Open 4 Pool Open 5 Open at Noon 6 ROB S Ladies League 7 Cargo Group Yellow Ball 8 Ladies Day Sundowners Away Trip 9 10 Pool Open Two Man Championship Women s Pool Open Two Man Championship 12 Colonie Chamber 1:00 13 ROB S Ladies League 14 Transition Group Yellow Ball 15 Ladies Day Sundowners 16 US Open Guest Day 17 Pool Open Open tee time day 18 Pool Open 19 NENYPGA Pro Am 20 ROB S Ladies League 21 Empire Golf Club Yellow Ball 22 Ladies Day Sundowners 23 Pool Opens Daily 24 King & Queen Tournament 25 Parent Child Open tee time day 26 Colonie Boys Lacrosse 12:00 27 ROB S Ladies League 28 Wright Group Yellow Ball 29 Ladies Day Sundowners 30