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KIRKBRAE COUNTRY CLUB | GOLF, DINING, & SO CIAL NEWS AND EVENTS

JUMP INTO THE 2019 SEASON!

We are proud to welcome a record number of new members this year. Kirkbrae embarks on the 2019 season with much to be excited about. All around the club there are examples of how the club has grown, improved and transformed itself to maintain the high levels of excellence expected of a premier private club. In every way, Kirkbrae strives to be most relevant in the social, family, recreational, sporting and corporate life of our membership. Most of all, Kirkbrae has a dynamic, youthful, engaged, supportive and thriving membership. Here’s to the best of the best, the Kirkbrae Family!

KIRKBRAE NEWSLET TER

T A B L E O F C O N T E N T S

LET TERS FROM KIRKBR AE 2 - 5

GOLF 6 - 11

TENNIS 12 -13

SWIM 13 - 16

SUMMER EVENT S 17 - 23

HOST AN EVENT 24

PO OL INFORMATION 25

DINING INFORMATION 26

DIRECTORY 27

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M R . E D D E C R I S T O F A R O , P R E S I D E N T

LET TERS FROM KIRKBR AE

“ The launch of the newly constructed pool and tennis

fac i l i t ies is cer tain ly the highl ight of this Spr ing .

The much-ant ic ipated pool renovat ion projec t is complete . We are so excited to showcase

the opening of our new, heated swimming pool !”

T I M O T H Y F L A N A G A N , G E N E R A L M A N A G E R

This past Spring, I have had the distinct pleasure to meet with many individuals and

families that expressed interest in membership here at Kirkbrae. It is always exciting

for me to introduce new people to Kirkbrae and to have the chance to review all that

Kirkbrae is and has to offer. I am very proud to have the chance to showcase the

meticulously maintained facilities, the highly recognized dining and event services,

our premier recreational and social programing and most of all, a membership that is

engaged, excited and represents a true community. We have introduced many new

golfing, corporate, junior and social members to the club at no better time to be a

member of Kirkbrae.

The launch of the newly constructed pool and tennis facilities is certainly the

highlight of this Spring. The much-anticipated pool renovation project is complete.

We are so excited to showcase the opening of our new, heated swimming pool!

“ The renovat ions at the pool are complete and the new heated

swimming pool wi l l be open on t ime and within budget .”

Welcome to the 2019 season!

As we embark on a new and highly anticipated year at Kirkbrae I am proud to report

that our club Membership remains strong. This season we welcome many new

golfing and social members to the club. We continue to sustain high membership

levels and strong member engagement which is the heartbeat of Kirkbrae. Our

improvements at the pool and tennis area and on the golf course have demonstrated

the clubs commitment to providing the best services and amenities of any

club throughout our region. Our members enjoy the best conditions, facilities,

recreational programing and dining the private club experience has to offer.

The renovations at the pool are complete and the new heated swimming pool will

be open on time and within budget. The tennis courts are to follow, the wet spring

made both projects incredibly more difficult to execute, but I am very proud of the

efforts that were made in getting both facilities ready for the start of the season. The

Pool Committee led by chairman David Duhamel along with Bob Pielech and Tim

Flanagan worked diligently to see both of these projects through to completion. The

amount of work and detailed attention by this group of guys is greatly appreciated.

By now everyone has had the chance to play the newly renovated 18th hole. The

board continues to get excellent feedback on our golf course improvements and the

latest project is another great example of our determination to make Kirkbrae among

the very best New England has to offer in golf. Special thanks to Chairman Carl Lisa

along with Mike Bradshaw and Mark Richard for working closely together on design

and execution of our golf course renovations.

At the annual meeting on May 21, the board reported on the strong financial position

of the club. Although the wet spring has dampened the activity an eager golfing

membership, the club remains focused on a busy year ahead as we move into the

height of our season.

I would like to take the opportunity to thank my fellow Board of Governors. For a

volunteer board, we have incredibly accomplished and talented people who come

together to work seamlessly with our executive staff for the greater good of KCC.

I am proud to serve as President of Kirkbrae and look forward to our strong and

vibrant future.

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So I guess we had it coming to us?? After what would be considered a mild and tame

Winter (at least compared to the past decade or so), Mother Nature has struck back

with the wettest Spring in recent memory—not the best combination for New England

golfers. But dare I say that I think we may have “weathered the storm” (pun totally

intended) and we are now on a decent streak of good weather that is providing ideal

golfing conditions.

• 2019 is a big year for golf—not only here at Kirkbrae but world-wide. As we sit

here in late-May we’ve already seen a years’ worth of golf news in 4 ½ months:

• January 1 brought us the new Rules of Golf with the most comprehensive changes

to the game since the mid-1950s. Simpler and more concise, the changes saw

some pushback on the professional tours but now seem to be just part of the

game—the way it should be.

• April is always a big month in golf with the Masters—and this year it was BIGGER

than ever with the 15th major title for Tiger Woods. Love him or hate him, Tiger

is the only golfer to “move the needle”. His Masters victory could possibly be the

impetus for another spike in golfers worldwide—just like it was 22 years ago.

• Then we find Brooks Koepka doing his best vintage 2000-Tiger imitation by winning

majors like most people win a match at the club. Four of the last eight majors

belong to Brooks with back-to-back PGAs and US Opens. Impressive to say the least.

Here at the club it’s going to be an impressive year as well:

• Our showcase 18th green opened in late-April to rave reviews and provides a

fair but challenging surface for the final hole of the round—and an awesome

view from the clubhouse!! The final hole always provides drama in many of our

member events—and with the new green it surely won’t disappoint.

M I K E B R A D S H A W , P G A H E A D G O L F P R O F E S S I O N A L

“Our showcase 18th green opened in late-Apri l to rave reviews and provides a fair but cha l lenging sur face for the f ina l hole of the

round—and an awesome view f rom the clubhouse! ! ”

The new layout provides us with extended deck space for additional seating. A soft opening

will occur on Memorial Day weekend. The slide is scheduled to be installed by June 15th,

right in time for the end of the school year! The tennis courts are scheduled to be open mid-

June as well. The courts need the proper curing time before painting for the optimal result.

The unusually wet Spring made it interesting to say the least, but we are able to meet our

scheduled deadlines for these projects and could not be more pleased with the process. Thank

you to Pool Chairman, David Duhamel along with President Ed DeCristofaro, VP Bob Pielech

and Carl Lisa for their thoughtful attention, dedication and support with working through this

project.

The member dining room continues to be a hub of activity for regular and special event dining.

Thank you to all of our members who continue to support the club with your celebratory

events as well as your routine commitment to choosing Kirkbrae to dine. Our member dining

culinary staff led by Sous Chef Dilleccio Olivo, continues to provide the membership with high

quality and high value cuisine. Our members seem to appreciate the casual nature of our

dining which allows us to dress it up or dress it down on occasion with special dining events

and features. The dining room is now open summer hours and the staff looks forward to

serving you this summer!

Enjoy this newsletter which is full of activity for the entire summer. Take special notice of the

growth of the golf, tennis and swim programs for the kids. Also, you’ll see some exciting social

and dining events that are sure to add excitement to the summer. I look forward to seeing you

around the club!



M A R K A . R I C H A R D , C G C S G O L F C O U R S E S U P E R I N T E N D E N T

As we enter the later part of May the weather pattern is showing signs of breaking

out of what has been a somewhat dreary, rainy spring. Through it all, the staff has

diligently come in, put on the rain gear and got to work. We were able to clear all the

aging arborvitaes along the tenth tee and prepare the area for new plantings. We

have had excellent comments on this improvement. Also, a set of stairs were installed

to the side of the ninth tee for easier access getting up that hillside. Some necessary

drainage work took place on holes #6, and #7 while we wait patiently to get to the

bottom of a main drainage trunk line between holes #3 and #12. The area has just

been way too wet to attempt any work. We have had some trees cleared around the

13th tee to add more needed sunlight and air to the area. We feel this should help the

tee root better and thereby look and play better. We have upgraded some of the rail

fence that runs along the cart paths on Hole #1 and Hole #15. This was much needed,

functionally as well as aesthetically. We spent some extra time in the bunkers this

“Another new green opened for business this spr ing as the renovat ion of the 18th green

was completed”

• The best of junior golf in Rhode Island will take on the challenge here at the club

in July for the Rhode Island Amateur. This is the first time the club has hosted

this event since 1992 and we look forward to seeing the future of the game here

at Kirkbrae.

• We have the all-new Ladies’ Rhody Cup, a Ryder Cup-style event, to be played

versus the team from Potowomut in early September. Qualifying for Team

Kirkbrae will take place throughout the summer, with the best 8 players earning

their way onto the team.

• Then in October we will host the best in New England Amateur golf in the annual

Tri-State Matches, here at Kirkbrae for the first time in the event’s history that

spans all the way back to 1928.

• Plus, we have our normal calendar of member events and instructional programs

that are detailed later in this issue (and online) to keep everyone busy. And the

continued improvement of the golf course will once again continue this fall with

the regrading and levelling of tees on four holes: #5, #11, #16, #17.

So, as you can see, 2019 is going to be an impressive year here at the club. But how can

you make your golf year more impressive? Well, how about trying to play one more

round of golf every month?

If you can do that from June through October, you will have played 90 more holes of

golf, spent 20 or so more hours on the course and enjoyed the company of 12 or so

more people than you planned—not a bad season!! Plus maybe you’ll get the added

benefit of improving your game.

In today’s day and age everyone is super busy and running from Point A to Point B (and

back) all the time. We all know that carving out that little bit of extra time can be tough.

But maybe it’s not a full 18-hole round but two nines? Or even four practice sessions

during the month to work out the kinks?

Try to dedicate yourself to the cause of #onemoreround this season. Then when

Mother Nature starts throwing snowballs at you, you’ll have that many more memories

to help keep you warm!! Welcome back everyone and I hope to see you on the

course (for #onemoreround) soon!!



spring to try and address some issues concerning the consistency of the way they play.

All of this while working on our usual agenda to get playing surfaces ready for play.

So a big tip of the cap to my staff for forging ahead with improvements through some

difficult weather conditions.

Well another new green opened for business this spring as the renovation of the

18th green was completed. I was very worried over the winter as to how the green

had responded to what was very minimal work last fall because of all the rain. We

now know that all worry was for naught and the green had it’s opening on time. We

still have some tweaking to do but the green is playing great to this point. I believe

that this has been another big win for golf course playability at Kirkbrae. Architect

Mark Mungeum has been a great fit for the club. He takes in all opinions and ideas

on subject matter and has then been able to create some great new designs while

keeping with the original feel of the Kirkbrae we have come to love. No golf course

project is EVER embraced by 100 percent of its membership, but over the last 5 years

Mr. Mungeum, working with the Golf Course Renovation Committee, has come very

close to just such a scenario. It has been very rewarding and there is so much more to

do. Our current plan would seem to be the renovation of four more tee complexes this

fall. This is still in its very early stages but would seem to be this years’ path. As long as

we keep pressing forward as a club we will be moving in the right direction.

If I may touch on a personal matter. A lot of you have come up to me saying you

heard that I am retiring and that would be correct. I have approached the Board of

Governors with this subject during my contract renewal. I still have a few summers left

to go as the plan is for me to retire on August 31st, 2021. I am interested in an orderly

transition for the club and for my tremendously loyal staff. Two plus years goes by in a

blink. Sooooo…. You’re not rid of me just yet but it’s getting close..!! Have a great 2019

golfing season everyone.

“ The biggest addit ion to the KWGA is The Rhody Cup Matches .

It i s a new 2-day match to be played On S eptember 5 & 6 at Kirkbrae against Potowomut.”

D E N I S E M U S K E T P R E S I D E N T K I R K B R A E W O M A N ’ S G O L F A S S O C I A T I O N

2019 is set to be a very active season for the lady golfers at Kirkbare. I am pleased to

be welcoming the new and the returning members back for the 2019 golf season.

Our ladies’ groups have a lot of new faces joining us on the golf course and there are

many new programs added for this season.

There is a newly revised concept for the Ladies’ Nine Hole league, which is a great

program for those who are getting started in golf. There is also a clinic for beginners

called Get Up and Golf which will be held on May 17, 24 & 31 & June 7 from 5:45-

6:30pm. For lady golfers of all levels we have added a new lady’s clinic It is designed

to help lower scores. It is held on the course and will be held on Fridays from 5-7pm

on June 21, July 19, August 16 and September 13. More information on these new

programs will be available online, posted in the lady’s locker room or in the Pro Shop.

The biggest addition to the KWGA is The Rhody Cup Matches. It is a new 2-day match to

be played On September 5 & 6 at Kirkbrae against Potowomut. This is an exciting new

concept and information for qualifying can be found in your KWGA 2019 booklets.

As we move into the heart of the season, I am hoping for sunny days ahead to enjoy

our beautiful golf course and accommodations of our clubhouse!


2019 GOLF PRO GR AMS

PROGRESSING JUNIORS TOWARDS PAR OR BETTER ON AND OFF THE COURSE

For 2019, the Kirkbrae Junior Academy will consist of

Coaching, Playing and Training programs designed to

teach golfers to play the game from a hole-out perspective,

Each golfer will be tested on a 6 level curriculum that is

designed to set appropriate objectives and challenge

each student Here, it's about two things golf and fun!

Professionals provide a supportive and safe environment

for your children to improve their golf game We teach golf's

traditions. We teach its techniques. We just do it in a way

that lets your kids be kids, which is the most important part

of it all.

$250 Per Semester

SEMESTER 1 June 25-July 23

SEMESTER 2 June 30-August 22

SCHEDULE Tuesday & Thursdays, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Only if Class One get filled

Tuesday & Thursdays, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Juniors will be divided with the Academy classes by age and skill level. Maximum student - coach ratio 6:1.

ACADEMY SCHEDULE



GET UP AND GOLF!!! This ladies’ program is tailor made for

the absolute beginner. Over the course of the four clinics,

we will show you every aspect of the game of golf here at

the club. From how to hit your driver to how to post a score,

we will cover any questions you may have about starting to

play the game here at Kirkbrae.

Fridays from 5:45PM - 6:30PM The cost for this 4 class series is $109

SHOOTING PAR IS THE GOAL!!! How do I shoot 36 for Nine

Holes?? Shooting Par is always the goal in the game how do

you get closer to it? This program is guaranteed to help you

work on lowering scores. This program is open to players

of all levels and will help out the rank beginner or the high

level player and has you working from the hole back to the

fairway to lower your scores.

Held on the course, nine holes of short game scenarios will

give you the practice and knowledge to take with you as

you go about your normal rounds...

Fridays from 5PM - 7PM Each class costs $45 per person

LEARN THE GAME | Fridays: May 17, 24, 31, & June 7

THE KEY TO LOWER SCORES |

For more information or to register, please email Mike at [email protected]

or via phone at (401)333 1303

IT’S FUN!!!

Your friends do it

Why

not you???

Most Importantly

IT’S FUN!!!!!

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WE HAVE AN OFFERING FOR EVERY LADY GOLFER FROM BEGINNER TO ACCOMPLISHED PLAYER THERE IS SOMETHING FOR YOU!!

Fridays: June 21, July 19, August 16, September 13

Ladies' Golf Academy



Entry fee: $240 per team Scheduled Dates of Play

• June 4, 11, 25• July 2, 16, 30• August 6, 13, 20• September 10• Playoffs: Mid-September through Mid-October

Format of Play: Modified Alternate Shot (Chapman)• Both players tee off and then each player plays the other’s ball for the second shot• The team then selects the best second shot and alternates from that point until the ball has

been holed

Scoring: Net Stableford• Teams will earn points on each hole based upon their NET score on each hole• Yearlong Team Ringers• Each team’s Ringer Score will be their best Net Score on each hole throughout the year• Ringers will update weekly as scores are posted in Golf Genius.

Yearlong Team Ringers• Each team’s Ringer Score will be their best Net Score on each hole throughout the year• Ringers will update weekly as scores are posted in Golf Genius

C O U P L E S L E A G U E Registration ends on Monday May 28


All events are on

Thursday

mornings

beginning between

9am 10am (time varies per week)

Sign up for each

week individually

in ladies’ locker

room or in the golf

shop by the

Tuesday


L A D I E S ’N I N E H O L E G O L F

Back by popular demand, use the Sunset League to squeeze in an extra 9 during the week!!!

We understand that making the transition to the golf course can be

daunting sometimes, so this season we’ve developed a plan to get out

there having fun!!

Our Nine Hole Golf for 2019 will consist of six levels designed to get you on

the course to have fun, learn the game, and get your game in shape.

You don’t play Little League at Fenway Park so why start playing golf on the

full course??

Using our three tee system with fun formats allows you to work your way up

the big course in a no stress environment.

Come On Thursdays For Some Fun (Hopefully) In The Sun!!!

LEVEL ONE: FAMILY TEE SCRAMBLE May 16 & 30, June 6

LEVEL TWO: COMBO TEE SCRAMBLE June 13, 20 & 27

LEVEL THREE: RED TEE SCRAMBLE July11, 18, August 1

LEVEL FOUR: FAMILY TEE INDIVIDUAL PLAY August 8, 15, 2, 9

LEVEL FIVE: COMBO TEE INDIVIDUAL PLAY September 5, 12, 1, 9

LEVEL SIX: RED TEE INDIVIDUAL PLAY September 26, October 3

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More Golf?? Sounds Great to Me!!Looking for a way to get some extra golf in during the work week? We’ve got the answer for you- the Sunrise Golf League.

This is the fourth year for the 9-hole league for men that play on Tuesday mornings with a 6:30 am shotgun start. If you ask any of the teams from previous years, they will tell you it’s one of the best times they have all year at the club while also allowing them to do what we all want-play a little more golf!

The structure of the league is very similar to the Twilight League-teams of three players with two players playing per week in a 9-hole match. Due to time restraints, this league will be restricted to the first 16 teams. Also, pace of play will be of the essence-teams last season were almost always off the course by 8:30 am. This gives everyone enough time to grab a quick shower and be on the road to the office by 9am, and now you’ll have 9 holes under your belt!

League play will begin on Tuesday, June 4th and will run through the end of August with a three week postseason taking place from September through mid-October. Cost for the league will be $420 per team which includes weekly prizes, year- end awards and a closing dinner in October.

Call or email [email protected], or 401.333.1303. Registration ends on Monday May 28

SUNRISE LEAGUE

Tuesday Mornings

6:30 AM

Shotgun Start

June 4th & 11th

July 2nd, 9th,

23rd & 30th

August 6th, 13th,

20th & 27th

$420 per team

S U N R I S E L E A G U E

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Wednesday afternoons beginning July 3rd, we bring our SNAG program for ages 3-6 years old back to the field to teach little ones the basics of golf.

This is an instructional program designed for 3-6 year olds that will use SNAG (Starting New at Golf ) equipment which focuses on creating a FUN atmosphere for those who are just beginning the game.

SNAG has been proven over the past few years to be one of the most successful, and most beneficial ways of teaching the game of golf to new players-both young and old. This year's class will once again be open to our 3-year old students, proving that you can never start too young to love the game!!

All sessions are on Wednesday afternoons, start at 2:30pm and last 35 minutes. All classes will be held in the field adjacent to the pool. Children do not need clubs to participate; clubs and other equipment will be provided.

Call or email [email protected], or 401.333.1303

July 3rd, 10th, 17th & 31st August 7th, 14th & 21st

$130 for the season

S N A G ( S T A R T N E W A T G O L F ) A T T H E P O O L

If you have a child between the ages of 7-13, make sure they are part of the fastest-growing sports league in the

country—PGA Junior League Golf!!

Our teams of junior players will play a 7-match schedule versus other teams from throughout Rhode Island and southern

Massachusetts in an effort to see who truly has the best team of kids.

Open to players ages 13 & under (as of July 31st), the PGA Junior League format is 9-hole two- person scramble match

play. Each match is divided into 3 segments of three holes each, allowing for substitutions after each segment. This

allows up to 12 kids to play in each match, with each playing at least 6 of the 9 holes. At the end of the regular season,

each "league" (3-4 teams) sends an "all-star" team to compete at the regional level—just like Little League. The winning

regional team then heads onto the national finals in October.

Cost for this program is $325 per player for the season. This includes 7 matches and 16 practices. Practices will consist

of both on-course and on the range instruction and will start in early May. Matches will be held on Saturday afternoons

(both home and away) and will begin in mid-June.

P G A J U N I O R L E A G U E

Practices Saturdays: May 25th-June 8th, 2:30PM - 4:00PM

Wednesday: June 5th-July 17th (Except July 3rd)

5:45PM-6:45PM

Fridays: June 21st-July 19th, 9:15AM-10:30AM

MatchesJune 15th, 22nd & 29th, July 6th, 13th, 20th & 27th


2019 TENNIS PRO GR AMS

S U M M E R T E N N I S P R O G R A M S

All programs begin the week of June 17th and end August 23rd. . For Juniors programs pick any combination of 3, 6, 8 or 10 weeks to fit your family’s Summer schedule! Adult program pricing is for the entire summer. For any questions & booking please contact the Pro, Brien, at 401.742.4307. Signups will be available on June 2nd at the summer open house from 11-1. Private lessons are also available . Inquire with Brien. SIGN UP AT THE FRONT DESK.

Future StarsAges 3-5

Monday & Wednesday9:30am - 10:15am

3-week: $1106-week: $160

10-week: $200

Kirkbrae KidsAges 5-12

Monday & Wednesday10:30am - 11:30am &

11:30AM-12:30PM

3-week: $1256-week: $185

10-week: $225

Junior Tennis TeamAges 13-15

Monday & Wednesday1:00pm - 3:00pm

$350 Fee Includes High Performance Tennis Shirt

Full Schedule and Additional Matches to be Announced

Week 1: June 17th-June 21st

Week 2: June 24th-June 28th

Week 3: July 1st-July 5th

Week 4: July 8th-July 12th

Week 5: July 15th-July 19th

Week 6: July 22nd-July 26th

Week 7: July 29th-August 2nd

Week 8: August 5th-August 9th

Week 9: August 12th-August 16th

Week 10: August 19th-August 23rd

Schedule

JUNIOR INTERCLUB MATCHES!Back by popular demand! Matches will be scheduled for Wednesdays and Fridays throughout the summer.

Full schedule to follow in June.


2019 TENNIS PRO GR AMS

Come hit the courts for a fun family filled day!Sunday, June 2ndFree Lessons/Placement : 9:00am - 10:30amRound Robin : 10:30am - 1:00pmRefreshments to be served

Thursday, July 4th | 9AM-12PM$25 Fee

At Least One Consolation Match for:18 years and under 12 years and under

Private, Semi-Private & Group Lessons are Available Upon Request

Please contact Brien Morrisette for more information.

[email protected]

401.742.4307

TENNIS FAMILY FUN DAY SATURDAY MORNING DROP-IN

4TH OF JULY CHAMPIONSHIPS TUESDAY TRIPLES

MONDAY & WEDNESDAY MORNING DROP-INEVENING MIXERS

Guest Tennis Policy: Kirkbrae members are invited to bring their guests to participate in the adult programs. The cost per person is $10 per day plus the Pool & Tennis guest fee of $8 per person, the charges will be applied to your member account.

June 17th-August 22nd , 8:30AM-9:30AM

-Drills & Play Appropriate to Skill Level-Perfect for beginners to get started! -3 Courts for More Advanced Players

10 Week Session: $200

Beginning June 30th, 9AM-10:30AM

Organized Casual Play with Justin HouleBeginners & Triples Clinics Available Upon Request

$75 for the Summer

SEE POOL MANAGER FOR TENNIS REGISTRATION SHEETS

Saturday AM clinics & leagues are available.

Please inquire with Brien

for more information.

If you are looking to get active but not looking to be too serious, triples is the perfect clinic!

Sign up early or reserve a permanent spot!

Classed Available Upon Request 5 person minimum & 8 person Maximum10AM-11AM or 11AM-12PM

5-6PM Clinic | 6-8PM Games & Drills Monday organized Casual Play with Brien Morissette Wednesday organized Causal Play with Jim Whiting The fee for one is only $175 for the ENTIRE SUMMER!

Sign up for both Monday and Wednesday evening mixers for ONLY $250!

$15 PER CLASS


2019 SWIM PRO GR AMS

P O D S S W I M M I N G

At Pods swimming, we teach infants and toddlers to be happy and comfortable swimming underwater. They will learn to breathe underwater. This will help them in emergency situations not to panic and ingest water. We also teach them to swim, float, swim. The emphasis is placed on swimming forward, rolling to their backs for a breath, holding a float, and then rolling back to their stomachs. This teaches children life saving skills they will need in emergency situations. These skills also serve as the foundation for the pods skill progression. They are the learn basic swimming skills and for them to progress into proper stroke technique.

Cuttlefish | Children 6 mos. - 3 yrs.Parents will accompany their child/children in the water. Instructions for different techniques are given to parents to help children become comfortable in the water.

Goal of class: Beginning swim skills. Establish underwater comfort, relaxed back float (assisted), introduce breathing and swimming. Introduce roll from front to back float.

Nautilus | Children 2.5 yrs. - 5 yrs.No swimming experience required. Skills that will be taught: bubbles, kicking, floating, children will learn to swim, roll to back float, sit dives and jumps.

Goal of class: Swimmer will become comfortable in the water and to jump in unassisted. The swimmer will also be able to swim forward adding 4 strokes and roll to their back for a breath independently for about 10 yards.

Octopus | Children 3 yrs. - 7 yrs.Swimmer must be able to swim 10 yards on their front and back. Skills that are taught: wall bobs, streamline bobs, rhythmic breathing for freestyle on a kickboard. Swimmer will be introduced to backstroke arms.

Goal of class: Swimmer will be able to swim 15 yards of freestyle and backstroke.

In the event of inclement weather swim lessons will be relocated to POD's facility at 111 Commercial Way in East Providence, RI.



P O D S S C H E D U L E & S I G N - U P

Session 1: Monday, July 8th-Thursday, August 1st

Session 2: Monday, August 5th-Thursday, August 29th

Schedule:Monday and Wednesday 10-11:30

Nautilus I and II from 10-10:30 and 10:30-11

Nautilus III and Octopus 11-11:30

Cuttlefish 10:30-11

4 week session: 8 classes 2x week: Pricing $180* *If you are interested in having your child attend class 4x week, there is a $60 discount for the 4 week session. Pricing for all 16 classes is $250.

How to EnrollAt the open house on June 2nd at the pool from 11am-1pm or at the pool front desk.

Questions?Call Pods Swimming at 401.337.5678

P O D S S W I M M I N G I S AWA R D W I N N I N GThe Rhode Island Small Businesses Journal Awarded Susan Pascale-Frechette as one of the 2019 Entrepreneurial Women to Watch Community Champions. There were over 400 applicants and 15 women awarded for different categories.

The Rhode Island Swimming Hall of Fame awarded Pods Swimming a Special Award for their excellence in aquatics. Pods will join the 20 prior recipients who received this award in the 35 year history of the organization.

Tuesday and Thursday

Nautilus I and II -11-11:30

Nautilus III or Octopus-11:30-12



S W I M T E A MThe Kirkbrae swim team mission is to provide the proper stroke technique to the Kirkbrae community. We place emphasis on proper body position, efficient kicking and learning to swim forward by creating the minimal resistance. We strive on creating good sportsmanship, perseverance and determination. We want children to be their best in and out of the pool. In order to be a member of the Kirkbrae swim team, a swimmer must be able to swim one length of the pool. Swim team try out date will be the first day of the season.

Practice: Monday through Thursday from 8:30 am - 9:30 am Swim Season: Monday, June 24th- Thursday, August 1st Swim Meets: Swim Meet Schedule Will Be Posted to the Website Home meets 8:15 am warm up 8:30 am meet

Swim Events: Friday August 2nd All Pool Dive Championships

Saturday August 3rd All Pool Swim Championships Trials

Sunday August 4th All Pool Swim Championships Finals

Tuesday, August 6th Team Banquet and Glow in the Dark Pool Party

Kirkbrae Member Fee: $145 Dive Team Fee: $15 Please visit our website for registration details

Registration fee includes:

• Kirkbrae Krocs bathing suit• Kirkbrae Krocs swimming sweatshirt• Kirkbrae Krocs swimming long sleeved t-shirt • “Monday Funday” activities (4) • End of Season Banquet & Glow in the Dark Party

In the event of inclement weather swim lessons will be relocated to POD's facility at 111 Commercial Way in East Providence, RI.


SUMMER EVENT S

Save the Date &Reserve Your Spot

Please don't miss out on our great Summer Events — save the date and reserve your spot. Stay up to date on additional information and details by visiting the

Kirkbrae Facebook page.

Kick off Your Summer with Kirkbrae!Call 401.333.1300 x270 to make reservations for dining and special events.

Make Summer Celebrations a Breeze with Kirkbrae Party Platters

A variety of hot and cold itemsHors d'oeuvre, salads, roasts and platters

Menus Available Online

SUMMER EVENT S


Memorial Day WeekendPool Opens Saturday, May 25th!Club Open for Dining on Monday, May 27th

SUMMER EVENT S


SUMMER EVENT S


AUGUST 3RD

4PM-7PMA SELECTION OF CRAFT BEERS

AND DINNER BUFFET

AUGUST 3RD

4PM-7PM

SUMMER EVENT S


S e a f o o d N i g h tJuly 19th-20thSeptember 13th-14th

B U R G E R B A S Heveryone loves a good burgerJuly 2nd-3rdSeptember 18th-19th

T H E S T E A K H O U S Ea selection of prime steaks, chops & mixed grillsJune 7th-8thAugust 9th-10th

p r i m e r i b n i g h TAugust 3rd

A T A S T E O F I T A L Ya selection of Italian classicsAugust 9th-10th

Full menus will be emailed and posted on Facebook one week in advance. On speciaty dining evenings the full dinner menu will also be available.

DININGS P E C I A LT Y

F U L L D I N N E R M E N U I S A L S O A V A I L A B L E

I N C R E D I B L Y D E L I C I O U SKB

P R E M I U M Q U A L I T Y

National Ice Cream DaySunday, July 21st Make your own sundae bar with premium ice cream and over 20 toppings! Come for dinner & the kid’s ice cream is free!!


SUMMER EVENT S

8 T H A N N U A L W O M E N ’ S N I G H T O U T

Stride in Style Women’s Fashions by Ann Taylor and

Men’s Fashions by Fat Face both of Garden City

Thursday, June 20, 2019, 5:30 PMKirkbrae Country Club

Dinner, Raffles, Auctions, and More Tickets $60 available at

crowdrise.com/makingstrides-stride-in-style or [email protected]

All proceeds to benefit Making Strides Against Breast Cancer

Ladies

WINE Glass Paint Night

Thursday, August 1st 5:30PM

Painting begins at 6PM$45 Includes:

Instructor Led Class Two Wine Glasses Seasonal Cocktail

SUMMER EVENT S


V I S I T M E M B E R C E N T R A LThe Top 3 Reasons Why You Should Visit Often:

1. Get up to date event details

2. Any Club updates/closings are posted here

3. Fun member stories will be posted throughout the summer

Just go to HTTP://KIRKBRAE.COM/MEMBERS to read the latest Kirkbrae news!

Friday, June 28th, 6pmLive DJ Entertainment by

Anthony Crocenzi & Lawn Games

the snack bar will remain open until 9pm

Friday, July 26th, 6pmLive DJ Entertainment by

Anthony Crocenzi & Lawn Games

the snack bar will remain open until 9pm

Tuesday, August 6th, 8pmLive DJ Entertainment by Anthony Crocenzi,

Lawn Games & Dessert Buffet

EXTENDED SWIM P A R T Y

Thursday, July 18th & Thursday, August 29th

7-9PM

Stride in Style


EVENT S


PO OL INFORMATION

P O O L I N F O R M A T I O N

Pool Opening Saturday, May 25th

Pool Grand Opening on Friday, June 14th (open 7 days a week until Labor Day)

Deck 9:30AM - 7:00PM

Pool 10:30AM - 7:00 PM

Snack Bar 11:00AM - 6:00PM

Hours may change dependent on weather check Facebook for pool status updates & daily activities at the pool

Summer Recreation Programs Open HouseSunday, June 2nd (11:00AM - 1:00PM)

Private Pool party information: Contact Jessica Smart for available dates and various options 333.1300 ext. 242

or [email protected]


DINING INFORMATION

S U M M E R D I N I N G R O O M H O U R S

Sunday 6:00AM - 8:00PM

Monday CLOSED

Tuesday 11:00AM – 9:00PM

Wednesday 11:00AM – 9:00PM

Thursday 11:00AM – 9:00PM

Friday 11:00AM – 9:00PM

Saturday 6:00AM – 9:00PM

In addition to the posted hours the dining room will also be closed on the following days:

Thursday, May 23rd | Lunch only until 2pm – Closed for dinner

Tuesday, May 28th | Closed for Lunch and Dinner

Friday, June 14th | Lunch only until 2pm-Closed for dinner

Saturday, June 15th | Lunch only until 2pm-Closed for dinner

Wednesday, July 24th-Saturday, July 27th | Closed for Lunch and Dinner – pool snack bar will be open until 8pm

Thursday, August 22nd | Lunch only until 2pm – Closed for dinner

Tuesday, September 2nd | Closed for lunch and dinner

Tuesday, September 17th| Lunch only until 2pm – Closed for dinner

Thursday, September 26th | Lunch only until 2pm – Closed for dinner

For Reservations and Take Out - Ext 270

K I R K B R A E C O U N T RY C LU B D I R E C T O RY 197 Old River Road Lincoln, RI 02865 | Phone: 401.333.1300 Fax: 401.333.0050

DIRECTORY

E V E N T SDirector of Weddings & Event SalesTiffany Marsocci, Ext. [email protected]

Event Sales ManagerJessica Smart, Ext. [email protected] Event Sales ManagerSara Paesano, Ext. [email protected]

D I N I N GDining Room Ext. 270 Reservations & Take Out Ext. 270Member Dining Bar Ext. [email protected]

Director of Food & Beverage Dariela Rivas, Ext. [email protected]

P R O S H O PMichael Bradshaw, PGA PGA Head Golf Professional [email protected]

Assistant Golf ProfessionalNick Maresca, PGA, Ext. [email protected]

G R E E N SGreens SuperintendentMark Richard, CGCS 401-333-1067

A D M I N I S T R A T I O NGeneral ManagerTimothy Flanagan, Ext. [email protected]

ControllerSheran Little, Ext. [email protected]

Membership SecretaryRosemary Ciruolo, Ext. [email protected]

S U M M E R 2 0 1 9

F O L L O W U S O N F A C E B O O K T O S T A Y U P T O D A T E O N E V E N T S

BEST CEREMONY & RECEPTION VENUE

BEST WEDDING VENUE BEST GOLF COURSE

AWARD WINNING 2011-2019

BEST WEDDING PLANNER & BEST WEDDING CATERER & BEST WEDDING VENUE

BEST OF VENUE STATEWIDE

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