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IMPORTANT REMINDER TO ALL CLUB MEMBERSHere we are in October and we cannot wait to enjoy good tennis and good friends at the Borrego Springs Tennis Club. As we did last year, a special incentive is being offered to those who pay their $75 annual membership no later than Saturday, October 30. Each member paid by that date will become eligible for a drawing to determine one free weekend of tennis play. If you are unable to attend the October tourney, you can qualify for the special incentive by mailing your membership fee (received no later than 10/30/10) to:Joanne Cohen, TreasurerMake checks payable to BSTC
PO Box 594
Borrego Springs, CA 92004In addition, we are offering, on a one-year trial basis, a $25 individual Social Membership for those who attend the tournaments, but do not play tennis. A final decision on the viability of this Social Membership will be made at the conclusion of this year's tournaments when we will have a good understanding of the financial results of such an offering.
Regarding Accommodations..
Thanks to Sandi Granger (who has been researching various motels), she has arranged a deal with the Oasis Motel (within walking distance of the courts). They will give us a rate of $71/night, double occupancy, and they still have some rooms available. If interested, act quickly. They also have kitchennets and can bring in a roll-away to accommodate more people to a room. Be sure to tell them you're with the Borrego Springs Tennis Group to get that rate. 760-767-5409. You can also go online to take a look and make your reservations. Oasisinnborrego.com. The rates listed are higher, but you will automatically be given the $71 rate if you mention you are with the Borrego Springs Tennis Club. I spoke with Scott and he gave me some of the particulars. For instance, there is a 72-hour cancellation policy and they are flexible about check-in time. Scott was very accommodating and eager to work with our group. Thanks again, Sandi, for the lead.
Also, Jef and Kathy have accommodations available and if you contact him, he'll give you all the options.
On behalf of Gary, Joanne and myself, we hope to see you in Borrego within a few short weeks. Have a safe journey and if you choose to bring a Halloween costume, be sure it's not too scary. We're sometimes scary enough.
Marilyn Bean, President
A MEMO FROM MARILYNWhat a way to end the 2009- 2010 Borrego season. JaNell’s birthday celebration couldn’t have been more perfect. A wonderful time was enjoyed by all.For those who were not at the April tournament, we ended the season with approximately $3,500 which is $1,200 more than last year—thanks in part to all you people who were instrumental in our fund raisers. Fred Dow, Ron Romeo and Peg Lieb all prepared great lunches at a profit for the club. And Harriet Lisak, our biggest cheerleader, led the way last season with the “free membership” raffle, followed this time by Marla Anderson, Barbara Ash, Sandi Kean (aka Harold’s Harem) and Harold Plett. It was another very successful raffle, bringing in $520. And Lee Lisak donated his annual $100 winnings back to the club. What a guy! Two people approached me and offered to donate a couple fantastic items for a raffle next year. It’s a surprise! So, with wonderful, enthusiastic people like these, our club is bound to thrive.
Led by Ron and Mary Kay Romeo, we also had a very hard-working group come up with a streamlined method for the draw. They were assisted by Al and Peg Lieb, Gary and Jan McNamara, Gary Edwards, Mike Shoemaker and Jef Johnson. The new ladder will be adjusted in order to allow some movement between divisions, based on objective data. Complete information will be emailed to all members prior to our next tournament.
We welcome our new members from San Diego, Jim and Janie Munce. They were introduced to the club by Jeff and Annette Marxen (who were introduced by Al and Peg). We love San Diego!!!
We are so grateful for the contributions made by our many talented people. And speaking of talent, we are fortunate to have Nancy Shoemaker entertain us with her beautiful voice whenever we ask. She sings Christmas Carols, the National Anthem, Happy Birthday and any other requests. This cute little gal really knows how to belt out a song. Thanks so much, Nancy, for adding a special dimension to our tennis weekends.
Thanks also to another talented singer, Ed Ghiorso, who is always willing to sing his melodic “Dino” songs. Viva Italia! Just think—we could have our own show called Borrego Idol.
Hope to see you all on Halloween weekend for Borrego Days. Plan to hop on your brooms and make your way to the desert. It should be a chilling and ghostly time. You may even meet a few monsters on the courts. Bring your favorite dishes for the potluck, like spook stew, fried bat wings, toasted toads, or boiled eyes of newt, plus your own witches brew. (Marla Anderson helped prepare this menu. I sure hope she never invites me to dinner.)
Jef will be providing next year’s complete tournament schedule in his newsletter, so be sure to read all his announcements. Have a wonderful and safe summer.
Marilyn BeanOCTOBER 30 - 31 MIXED DOUBLES TOURNAMENT
The next tournament will be the weekend of October 30 - 31. As this is a scary time of year, it is a good idea to make reservations early. If you are planning to play, you must sign up by 7:30 p.m. on the eve of the tournament. Sign-up at the clubhouse, or contact Jef, phone 760-767-4536, e-mail: jefbstc@gmail.com, or if all else fails, call the tennis center at 760-767-0577 the Friday night before the tournament (definitely before 8 p.m.). The draw will be completed by around 9:00 P.M. and play will begin on Saturday at 8:00 a.m. If you want us to call you with the start time, add your phone number with your name when you sign up. Also, if you are just joining the club, please provide contact information, preferably an e-mail address, if you wish to receive a newsletter, and if you want to be listed in the club's directory. If you want to share and consume goodies, there will be a Goody Bar in the clubhouse on Saturday and Sunday mornings.
SATURDAY LUNCHThere may be a lunch served at the clubhouse on Saturday. If the volunteer cook(s) step up, lunch will probably be around $5. Net proceeds will benefit the club.
SATURDAY NIGHT POTLUCKHappy hour will be at 6:30pm and dinner will commence around 7 p.m. As this is a pot luck, bring something to share if you can. Also, if you bring any door prizes, put them in the door prize area before door prizes are drawn.PALM CANYON RESORT LETTER TO GRANGERS
Hello Sandi -Welcome to the new season. After a long hot summer, it looks like things are going to start with a bang.Sincerely,After a great deal of confusion last year, we have arranged the following for your participants:
Multiple Reservations: Participants who commit to a minimum of 5 reservations (10 nights) will be entitled to a 10% discount off of our online rates. The rate is based on maintaining a minimum of 10 nights.
Single Reservations: Participants who make a single reservation 30 days in advance will be entitled to a 5% discount off our online rates. Reservations made within 30 days of an event will be charged our normal rate.
The 5% discounted rate for your January 6-9, 2011 tournament will be:
Standard Room Upgraded Room Patio/Balcony Room $102 $112 $124 As a special just for your ABTC event in January 6-9, if we have 10 or more reservations, we will extend a 10% discount to your participants. That special is available ONLY for your January 6-9 event.
ShirleyPalm Canyon Resort
221 Palm Canyon Dr.
PO Box 956
Borrego Springs, CA 92004
Toll Free: (800)242-4073
Direct: (760)767-5341
Fax#: (760)767-4073BORREGO SPRINGS RESORT LETTER TO GRANGERS
I have listed the rates that we can offer, according to date, below. Since there is multiple rates being offered, please ask that your guests ask for me when making their reservation. This way I can ensure that they are given the preferred rate, please note that the regular rates during all of the dates listed below are Deluxe King: $170*/Deluxe Double Queen: $193*. Thank you, and let me know if you have any questions for me.SPRING BORREGO NEWS
October 30/31 Deluxe King: $150*/Deluxe Double Queen: $173* December 4/5 Deluxe King: $99*/Deluxe Double Queen: $122* January 5-9 Deluxe King: $99*/Deluxe Double Queen: $122* January 15/16 Deluxe King: $150*/Deluxe Double Queen: $173* February 19/20 Deluxe King: $150*/Deluxe Double Queen: $173* March 19/20 NO DISCOUNTS OFFERED April 16/17 Deluxe King: $99*/Deluxe Double Queen: $122* *per night, plus tax
Thank you, Sandy! Talk to you soon, my friend!
Kim Daniel
Director of Sales & Marketing
Borrego Springs Resort & Spa
888.826.7734 x201 | 760.767.5710 fax
kdaniel@borregospringsresort.com
www.borregospringsresort.comAlthough the April tournament sweltered with highs in the 90's, just 3 days later, temperatures were 30° cooler! Thursday saw snow cover Ranchita with snow getting well below 4000'! This continued a cooler than normal spring in the valley.
APRIL 2010 TOURNAMENT On another great wildflower weekend, we had a good turnout with 47 players: 23 men and 24 women. 2 formats were decided on: the normal double elimination in the top tiers and a round robin in the lowers. There were "problems" in just about all of the 4 divisions, what with injuries, sickness, drop-outs, and other things, but we all seemed to have a lot of fun on the courts. Temperatures were over 90°F on Saturday with very little wind, but about 5° cooler on Sunday, with slightly more wind. The first winner of the $50 was not present, and so it was drawn again. Denny Bean was the next ticket drawn, but he graciously asked for another drawing in his place. Finally, Ursula Hawkins won the $50 drawing. Congratulations, Ursula!!!
The Grangers were given a book on Alaska in appreciation by the club, in memory of their epic adventure there last summer.
Fred won the free membership drawing
Ursula with her trophy
| TAX COLLECTORS | SHOWERS | ||
WINNER Gary McNamara - Larry Wagner (Barry Frahm completed last 2 games for Gary) | FINALISTS Jacque Goodrich - Concha Rivera (RUNNER-UP), Judy Smith - Roz Smyth (WINNER) | ||
RUNNER-UP Pete Azar - Gary Edwards Note: this team was tied with winner at 6-6, but lost after Barry Frahm substituted for Gary McNamara due to probable dehydration | |||
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Sheldon Baker - Ed Ghiorso
Jef Johnson - Jeff Marxen (Hank Wennik) Doug Baker - Jim Munce Al Lieb - Jeff Marxen Fred Dow - Don Wilson Mike Shoemaker - Curt Hawkins | Penny Pralle - Marla Anderson
Ursula Hawkins - Kersti Garthwaite Janna Wagner - Harriet Lisak Jan McNamara - Judy Boulet Peg Lieg - Eileen Childress Susan Dow - Bonnie Wilson | ||
| FOOLERS | TAX DODGERS | ||
WINNER Harold Plett - Borden Granger | WINNER Janie Munce (substituted for Sandi Kean) - Annette Marxen | ||
RUNNER-UP Sam Marlatt - Don Wilson Don substituted for Dave Chrivia who called in sick. Barry played once when Don had a conflict. The winner of the round robin on Saturday was Robin Rohrer who dropped out on Sunday due to an injury Another survivor of day 1 was Bill Walker, who could not play Sunday | RUNNER-UP Linda Worth - Carole Staddelbacher Linda and Carole both tied, winning the round-robin part of the tournament | ||
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Lee Lisak
Harold Larson | Vicki Mercer
Barbara Ash Peg Rhorer | ||
| JaNell's 80th Birthday Banquet - Court 2, Saturday, April 17, 2010 -- photos by Jef | ||||||||||||||
 |  JaNell introducing her family |  | ||||||||||||
 By this time, dinner is mostly gone. To the right are 2 "scrap-book" posters of JaNell's life: |  |  | ||||||||||||
 Jef and Kathy Jef took all these pix with his pocket camera, except this one, taken by Holley |  |  JaNell blowing out the candle on her birthday cake | ||||||||||||
 |  JaNell getting some gifts |  | ||||||||||||
 |  Lee Lisak won the $100 drawing for those who attended all 6 tournaments, but donated the proceeds back to the club! |  JaNell's brother talking about the early years with JaNell | ||||||||||||
 The "Code Enforcing Officer" |  |  | ||||||||||||
 He spent some time trying close down the party, but JaNell eventually prevailed, and the party went on. In fact, people started dancing! |  |  | ||||||||||||
 A Conga line started, and eventually circled the court! |  |  Photos by Harriet Schultz
| Betty, Trish, JaNell, Harriet Bonnie and Don Wilson Dick and Barbara Trakas Jack and Betty Minkel Frances, Jim Gilloon, Harriet Trish and Pete Azar | |||||||||||
DESERT WILDFLOWER ALBUM
A work in progress
Newsletters online can be found at http://www.borregotennis.com.
SAN CLEMENTEJef, Kathy and Holley decided to finally check out the San Clemente campout. They arrived Friday evening, September 17 and set up camp. A couple hours before arriving, they got a call from Harold that he had to leave to take his friend, Kareem, home after Kareem was injured in a surfing accident, but they were contacted by "Harold's Harem", and Jef, Barbara A, Marla, and Sandy K managed to play a lot of tennis at the local courts on Saturday and Sunday. However, due to a number of reasons, most of the usual Borrego group failed to attend. One reason, usually bad weather, failed to materialize this weekend, as weather was perfect! Jef only saw Kersti as he was leaving and got to play with Sheldon, who was there helping his brother Doug move out of town.For those who have never been to San Clemente, tennis is free and is a 5 minute walk to the campground and a 15 minute walk to the beach. Kathy and Holley found a great yard sale, and came away with magnificent treasures for their $2 (all they had on their walk).
Playing volleyball at the beach
Dinner on the pier
Jef, Kathy and Holley's campsite
Train driving thru at the beach
Kathy watching a surfer
Holley and Kathy around their campfire
OCTOBER THUNDERSTORMSAfter a mild summer, September and October sizzled in Borrego. Thunderstorms arrived the first week of October, but only dropped a medium amount of rain in the valley.
Rain coming down at The Mall on the 1st
Rainbow over the valley on the 1st
Palm tree struck by lightning in the valley on the 5th
BSTC SCHEDULE FOR 2010 - 2011 SEASON
Oct 30 - 31 2010 Mixed doubles Feb 19 - 20 2011 Straight doubles Dec 4 - 5 2010 Straight doubles Mar 19 - 20 2011 Mixed doubles Jan 15 - 16 2011 Mixed doubles Apr 16 - 17 2011 Straight doubles
RECYCLED EMAIL JOKE submitted by Julie on Aug 27, 2001HEALTH TIPSIt is well documented that for every minute that you exercise, you add one minute to your life. This enables you at 85 years old to spend an additional 5 months in a nursing home at $5000 per month.I joined a health club last year, spent about 400 bucks. Haven't lost a pound. Apparently you have to show up.
I like long walks, especially when they are taken by people who annoy me.
I have flabby thighs, but fortunately my stomach covers them.
The advantage of exercising every day is that you die healthier.
You could run this over to your friends but why not just e-mail it to them!
