Fall 2024

News from the Chapter

Can you believe it? We're already two months into fall, and it's fantastic to see the cooler temperatures (and most of our beloved Snowbirds) back! A warm and hearty welcome to all! Just in time, too, for our annual Jingle Bell Open on December 7 at Pelican Pointe. With 53 teams already registered, it's shaping up to be a spectacular event. Don't forget, there will be Super Bags available for $30, loads of raffle prizes, and a 50/50 raffle, so bring some cash along. And please, don’t forget to bring an unwrapped toy for our Toys for Tots donation.

Welcome New Members!

Our chapter is thriving and growing every month. We're now 410 members strong! Here's a shoutout to our newest members. Be sure to give them a friendly hello on the course:

September: Ann Obrien, Patricia Schwartz, Linda Teallow, Katherine Stewart, Tamara Correa, and Martha Jones

October: Nancy Cashen, Lydia Cleveland, Nancy Lachner, Joyce LaBonte, Karen Curlin, Xiaoqing Chang, Barbara Wessel, Ann Marie Roschek and Deborah Scott

November: Sheryl Chambers, Christine Girnik, Katelyn Grant, Leslie Grever, Kris Herman, Sally Lennon, Kelly Root, Deborah Szutenbach, and Luci Tiburzi

Score Entry

Just a gentle nudge for all members to log your scores from league play into the USGA GHIN system within 24 hours of your round. Keeping your handicap accurate ensures fair and fun play for everyone, no matter the skill level. Plus, it’s a great way to track your improvement over time!

Your New Board

As of November 1, 2024, the Manatee Chapter welcomed several new members to our leadership team. Say hello to your new Board members:

Faith Hall - President

Sue Bezemes – Director of Leagues

Jeansie Bunnell – Director of Events

Laura Moninski – Director of Membership

Marrie Neumer – Secretary

Fran Vandermeer - Director of Finance (also helping out with league play at Bobby Jones)

Bev Ibbott – Communications Officer

Pam Arfield – Coordinator of league play at Pelican Pointe.

Judy Milne, with help from Lynne Brilliant, Joan Cadd, Janel Schuch and Rhonda Powell will be overseeing Weekend Golf in the north. Donna Brown and Linda Obrien are continuing to coordinate weekend play in the southern part of our chapter area.