May Newsletter

May 2011 Newsletter

The April showers that would have brought May’s flowers were not a distant memory, but a flat-out aberration.  The dry conditions have made the spring transition and green-up difficult but the grounds crew is doing a super job of keeping playing conditions great at both locations.  Everyone take note that “Mothers’ Day” is Sunday, May 8^th and without our Moms, no one would be enjoying the great game of golf, or life, for that matter.  Remember, please pay close attention to the Newsletter, for if it does not rain soon, we will be assembling for one huge rain dance party!!

Pool Opens

The pool will open on Saturday, May 7^th for swimming.  There will be NO lifeguards on duty until Memorial Day Weekend which is Saturday, May 28^th.  The pool hours with lifeguards on duty will be from noon to 7:00 pm Tuesday through Sunday.  The pool will be closed on Mondays for maintenance.  Please remember that all members and their guests must register inside the club house before entering the pool area.  If you have any questions regarding pool parties or any activities involving the pool area, please call the club.  Thank you!

Tennis News

Both tennis leagues are in full swing!  On Saturday morning, May 21^st, at 9:30am, the PCC will host a Ladies’ Fun Tennis Play Day.  Come out for a smashing good time of Doubles fun and cool down with brunch and a drawing for a fabulous tennis prize.  The cost for this event is $10 a person.  All skill levels welcome!  Please sign up for the action at the pro shop or contact Stephanie Jackson at 210-365-0138

Course Update

Dry, windy and humid are, unfortunately, the course conditions that have persisted for the last three months.  Your grounds personnel have been working diligently to keep the courses at Pleasanton and Floresville in the best possible playing conditions.  We all could benefit from some of Mother Nature’s much needed rain.  However, until that time occurs we must all do our part.  Stay on the cart paths as long as you can while riding and remember to fix all ball marks and put sand in your divots.  We have fertilized the entire course at River Bend and we will be fertilizing the course at Pleasanton the first part of May.  You may have noticed some discoloration on the greens at both courses.  This is normal this time of year.  The process of transition is occurring.  The winter overseed we planted in October is dying and the Emerald Bermuda is slowly coming out of its dormancy.  We will be verticutting the greens to remove the dying winter grass and applying fertilizer and iron to encourage the new Bermuda growth.  By the end of May, you will notice the Emerald Bermuda growth will be thicker and greener on both the fairways and greens.  A good rain would greatly accelerate this process.

Farm Bureau Scramble

Farm Bureau will hold their annual Scramble at Pleasanton Country Club on Sunday, May 15^th at 1:00 pm.  There will be cash prizes for 1^st, 2^nd and 3^rd places.  If you are interested in playing in the scramble you may call Lloyd House at 210-420-2610 or call the Pleasanton Pro Shop at 830-281-3486.

May Madness Special

Every weekday throughout the month of May offers an opportunity to save.  This promotion is for non-members who do not qualify for additional discounts such as seniors or military.  Schedule your tee time at pleaseantoncountryclub.com under tee time specials to receive 25% off the green fee and cart.  Keep a close eye on our website to take advantage of our next online special! 

PCC Sunday Scramble

Pleasanton Country Club will be hosting a Scramble on Sunday, May 22^nd at 1:00 pm.  The cost for the tournament will be $15 plus applicable golfing fees.  We will have the “A” players draw for the rest of the teams, so please sign up individually.  It is a great way to meet new members and guests and enjoy some friendly competition.  Sign up Early!

“Kick Off Summer” Pool Bash

Come join us for an End of School Pool Party on Friday, June 3^rd 4:00 – 7:00pm.  Kids 10 and under are invited for swimming, water volley ball, beach balls and hotdogs.  Non-members are welcome as guests of current members.  The cost for this event is $5 per member child (not to exceed $20/family) and $10 per non-member child.  Call the Pro Shop today at 830-281-3486 to sign up for the end of the school year fun!

Sneaks and Cleats Kids’ Summer Camp

The Pleasanton Country Club will be hosting their annual summer camp for kids ages 7 & up starting Tuesday, June 14^th through Friday, June 17^th.  The times for the camp will be from 9:00am to noon.  An hour of golf and one hour of tennis instruction will be provided followed by lunch and swimming.  The cost for the four day camp will be $100 for members and $125 for non-members.  For those interested in only golf or only tennis, call the club for special arrangements.  We encourage everyone to bring their own golf clubs and tennis racquets.  The club will provide golf clubs for those who need them.  Space is very limited so please sign up as soon as possible by calling the Pro Shop at 830-281-3486 or Stephanie Jackson at 210-365-0138.

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