Bedens Brook News

Bedens Brook NewsCelebrating 50 YearsVolume 1, Issue 1February 2015The Bedens Brook Club 50th Anniversary“A Golden Jubilee”Inside this issue:Golden Jubilee1Junior/Scout Camp1Pee-Wee Camp1Paddle Tennis2Events3Reciprocal Dining4Junior Golf5Half DayPee-Wee CampThis summer Pee-WeeStudents who have turned4 as of June 1 2015 to 5years of age will enjoy ahalf- day filled withgames, story time, swimming lessons, activitiesand fun, fun, fun.Sessions-Same as Scoutsand JuniorsCost- 215.00 per childper Session I, II and IIITime-9:30am to 1:00pmMore information can befound on the web siteunder Junior Activities.It’s been said that The Bedens Brook Club began one beautiful day in 1962 when Jack andMary Murray were riding horseback throughthe woods adjacent to their Windy HillFarm. Looking over the Hopewell Valley withthe Sourland Mountains in the background,Jack reportedly turned to his wife and said,“Wouldn’t this be a wonderful setting for agolf course?” And just 3 short years and 113Original Charter Members later, the coursewas ready to challenge its first foursome withPresident Jack Murray having the honor ofstriking off the first ball.2015 marks a very special year for TheBedens Brook Club. It is the year our clubturns 50, marking half a century of providingfirst-class facilities for golf, tennis, swimmingand platform tennis and a place for membersof the greater Princeton area to relax andsocialize.The term “Golden Jubilee” is used to mark a50th anniversary and is where we take ourinspiration. A special 50th Anniversary logohas been created and inspired by this termand will be displayed and used throughout theclub for this one year only.We are honored the Board of Trustees hasasked us to co-chair the 50th Anniversary Committee and have already begun work on wayswe can celebrate this historical milestone. Ourvision is to involve and engage all members,young and old, in small and large waysthroughout the year. We already have somuch in store planned for the upcoming yearbut always welcome ideas from the largermembership so please feel free to reach outto either of us at any time.Looking forward to an exciting year!Lisa PisanoDavid r Sports Camp—Scouts and JuniorsThis summer enjoy a varietyof sports activities and instruction given in the areas of tennis, paddle tennis, swimmingand golf. Scouts, age 6 to 8and the Junior’s, age 9 andup will enjoy the opportunityto take part in more extensiveinstruction in all three sports.WHEN: Session I-June 29 toJuly 3 - Session II-July 6 toJuly 10- Session III-July 13to July 17GROUPS:Scouts- Ages 6to 8 - Junior’s- Ages 9 andupCOST: 295.00 per sessionper person-Session I, II andIIIMore information can befound on the web site underJunior Activities.

PADDLE TENNISThe Men’s Platform Tennis Member/Guest Tournament was a great success! Mike Russell/Tom McCarthy won in atwo set final against Rich Tallo/Spencer Gallagher. Thank you to everyone who participated! Find a friend tocome out and play in a great event with favors and lunch.The PIMPT mixed doubles tournament has been rescheduled for Saturday, February 21st from 1-5pm. Find afriend to come out and play! If you need help finding a partner or to sign up contact Jessica at jfisher@bedensbrookclub.com.February Junior Paddle Drills will be a 4 week session. This is the last month of junior paddle instruction so if yourjunior has never participated and would like to try out one week we would be enthused to have them come out.Listed below are the times and dates. Please email jfisher@bedensbrookclub.com or call the paddle hut x121 tosign up.Mondays: 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rdFridays: 6th, 13th, 20th, 27thSundays: 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd4:00 – 4:45pm Ages 4-74:00 – 4:45pm Ages 4-711 – 12 Noon Ages 4-104:45 – 5:45pm Ages 8-104:45 – 5:45pm Ages 8-1012 – 1pm Teenagers5:45 – 6:45pm Ages 11 5:45 – 6:45pm Ages 11 Inclement Weather and Court Reservations: Please check the website for the latest on courtconditions. Just a reminder that salt is not to be used on the paddle courts at any time.Please note all adult clinics and drills will run through the end of February.

Mark your CalendarPalm Sunday Brunch Buffet– Sunday March 29Easter Sunday Brunch Buffet– Sunday April 5Mother’s Day Brunch and Dinner Buffet– Sunday May 10Summer Splash—Saturday May 23Memorial Day Barbeque– Monday May 25Women’s Golf Member Guest– Wednesday June 17Red, White and Blue Fireworks-Friday June 19Father’s Day Barbeque– Sunday June 21Whip Buck Member-Guest– June 25,26 and 27

Bedens Brook ClubReciprocal Arrangements for DiningNassau ClubPlease always make a reservation and state that you are aBBC member. All dining is in main dining room and isavailable space permitting. Club6 dining is not available asit is limited to Nassau Club members only.Breakfast is served from 7a-9:30a , Monday through Friday.Luncheon is served from noon until 2p, Monday throughSaturdayDinner is served from 6p-9p, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday &Saturday.6 Mercer Street, Princeton, NJ 08540(609) 924-0580Trenton Country ClubPlease always make a reservation and statethat you are a BBC member. All dining is available space permitting.Stockton Dining RoomLunch -Tuesday through Sunday-11:00 to 4:00Dinner -Wednesday through Sunday-4:00 to9:00TavernLunch -Saturday – Sunday-11:00 to 4:00Dinner-Thursday – Sunday-4:00 to 9:00201 Sullivan Way, West Trenton, NJ 08628(609) 883-3800Springdale Golf ClubPlease always make a reservation and state that you are aBBC member. All dining is available space permitting. Nojeans please.Tuesday thru Sunday for lunch 11 – 3:30.Breakfast on weekends 8:30 – 11:00.1895 Clubhouse Drive, Princeton, NJ 08540(609) 921-8790Arrangements are only available duringWinter Closing.

Bedens Brook ClubFebruaryJunior Golf NewsLittle LinkersGolf CampPerfect for the littleones. Program will usea fun and safe learningenvironment to helpyoung kids learn thegame.Dates: June 16-19,August 18-21Time: 2:15-3:00pmAges: 5-8 – Boysand Girls 100 – 4 Days2015 Bedens Brook Junior Inter-Club Golf ProgramPGA Junior League2015 Bedens Brook Golf TeamMust field a team of 8 playersGeared for BBC junior golfers age 12 and abovewho currently play on a local school golf teamAges 13 and underPlayers will receive Matching BBC shirtMatches weekly for 6 weeks starting end of JuneTeam will meet weekly in June, July, & SeptemFormat is 2 person scrambleber for ½ hour of instruction and 9 holes of play3 Matches vs. Trenton CC and SpringdalePaul Poandl, PGA Head CoachJune: Date TBD, July: Date TBD, Tuesday Septem-Kyle Hess, PGA Asst. Coachber 1stEach club decides on formatPizza party after eventJunior After SchoolLittle Linkers After SchoolClinicsClinicsGirls Golf CampOverview: A great way to start golfor to continue to improve skills.Clinics will focus on various parts ofOverview: Camp willtouch on all fundamentals putting, chipping,pitching, full swing, andon courseinstruction. Friday willbe dedicated to contests, games, and oncourse scramble.Volume 1, Issue 1the game by combining fundamentals with fun!!!Dates: Tuesdays and Wednesdays,instruction. Friday will be dedicatedto contests, games, and on-coursescramble.Overview: Perfect for the littleDates: June 9- 12 10am-12pm Au-ones. Program will use a fun andgust 4-7 10am-12pmsafe learning environment to helpyoungJune 16-19 11am-1pm August 11-1410am-12pmkids learn the game.July 28, 29, 31 10am-12p August 18Dates: Thursdays April 16th - June21 10am-12pm4thAges: 8 & up Price: 240- 4 Day,Tuesday April 15th - Wed June 4thTime: 4:00 – 4:45pm 180-3 DayTime: 4:00 – 5:00pmAges: 5-7 – Boys and Girls Price:*Please sign up in advance for clin- 22 Per Sessionics; clinics will be cancelled if partic-Ages: 8 & Up – Boys and Girls Dates: June 16-19, August 18-21Price: 30 Per SessionTime: 1:00-2:00pmAges: 7 & up Price: 120 – 4 Daysics.*Please sign up in advance for clin-Weekly Junior Golf CampOverview: Camp will touch on allfundamentals putting, chipping,pitching, full swing, and on courseipation is low.

In Memory ofRobert “Bob” Callahan.

This summer Pee-Wee Students who have turned 4 as of June 1 2015 to 5 years of age will enjoy a half- day filled with games, story time, swim-ming lessons, activities and fun, fun, fun. Sessions-Same as Scouts and Juniors Cost- 215.00 per child per Session I, II and III Time-9:30am to 1:00pm More information can be found on the web site under .