December 2015

December 2015

E xclus ive L uxury C ommuni ty wi th S ervi ce B eyond I maginat ion

Ins ide th i s I ssue

3 POA 4 Landscaping 5 Club 7 Security 9 Tennis 10 Fitness & Spa 12 Golf 16 Dining & Social 21 Social Activities 26 Good Will

Visit us at http://www.frenchmanscreek.com to see all the new site features! Frenchman’s Creek Beach and Country Club 13495 Tournament Drive Palm Beach Gardens, Florida 33410 Phone: (561) 622-8300 Frenchman’s Creek Beach Club 400 Celestial Way Juno Beach, Florida 33408 Phone: (561) 624-3400 Chess Club in DECEMBER White is to move. How can you mate black in two moves ? Hint: You must take the lead by having black in check, and mate comes after. Always consider the use of a well planned sacrifice.

For any questions or suggestions, please contact Bilian at 561-846-9987.

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POA

KathyO’Brien - Director of Community Relations

POA SERVICES GUest Registration

Please register your guests at the POA Office. Guest passes will be issued indicating the guest’s name, his/ her relationship to the member and the time period for which the pass is valid. Unaccompanied guests must present their passes upon arrival at the Beach Club or Fitness Center. Please refer to the Highlights of Rules and Regulations booklet for recommended hours when guests may use recreational facilities. For a private review of the individual Rules and Regulations, please do not hesitate to contact the respective department manager. Guests may not bring guests. All guests are prohibited from inviting or bringing guests who are not members to any Frenchman’s Creek facility. For your convenience guest passes are also available online. Simply login to your membership account and select “guest passes” under the POA - tab. Fill out the online form and a confirmation email will be sent to you. Pictorial Membership Directory The annual revisions to the pictorial membership directory were made in August. The POA Office has completed additional revisions since publishing that draft. We encourage you to stop by the POAOffice and pick up this revised copy to ensure you have the most recent changes. The Membership Directory is conveniently located online at www.frenchmanscreek.com in the member section of the website. When logging on from a mobile device, select the “Directory” icon. All member names are listed alphabetically. You are able to place calls directly to a member by tapping on the phone number. All members who wish to have a professional portrait included in the directory should confirm your portrait session with EA Photography at (800) 653-0576 extension 255. You may also confirm your portrait session by email at MyClubPortraits@eaclubs.com. EA Photography will be onsite beginningWednesday, January 27, 2016 in the Sale Center conducting all confirmed sessions. If you have any questions, do not hesitate to call the POAAdministration at (561) 627-1467.

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Brian Congdon - Brickman BranchManager

Landscaping Happy Holidays from all of us atThe BrickmanGroup! I hope the seasonal transition has been a pleasant one for each of you and that you have settled in for a great season. Thoseof you,whohavebeenhere throughNovember, knowthatwehadan Indiansummerwithtemperatures reaching into the high eighties for most of the month. It seems that we finally received a little rain and things have cooled off giving us the opportunity to get the fall flowers in the ground. As with any holiday, requests for additional work and out-of-rotation clean-ups have started to accumulate. Please let us know if you need anything extra completed. We’d like to get you on the schedule as soon as possible. In closing, the Holiday season is traditionally a time to reflect and be thankful. In that spirit, all of us at The Brickman Group consider ourselves fortunate to work in such a beautiful setting for the good people of Frenchman’s Creek. We wish all of you a very happy holiday season! Dog Park Etiquette At Frenchman’s Creek we also offer a fun lifestyle for your four-legged friend. At the dog park which is located off Frenchman’s Creek Drive you will find two areas available for your dogs. One side is for small dogs 25 lbs or less and the adjacent side is available for larger dogs 25 lbs and up. All dogs are welcome to enjoy this amenity, but dear owners, please remember a few dog park etiquette rules: • Never leave your dog unattended and always keep your attention on your dog. • Help keep the dog park clean and well maintained by picking up after your pets. • Make sure your dog is current on its shots. • Keep dogs on leashes at all times except in designated “off-leash” areas. Dogs who are leashedmay feel threatened by free roaming dogs. • Close all doors to the dog park after entering or exiting. • If your dog becomes unruly or plays rough, please control it as not to disturb the other dogs. • Any dogs showing signs of aggression should be removed from the premises. • Owners are responsible for the behavior of their animals. Please contact the POAOffice at (561) 627-1467 with any landscaping requests.

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CLUB

Linda George - Director of Administration

Community MEetings The Board and Discussion with the President Meetings are open for all Frenchman’s Creek Members to attend.

2015-2016 BoardMeetings (11:30 a.m.) Thursday, November 19, 2015 Thursday, December 17, 2015

Thursday, January 21, 2016 Thursday, February 18, 2016 Thursday, March 24, 2016

Discussion with the President (4:30 p.m.) Wednesday, November 18, 2015 Wednesday, December 16, 2015 Wednesday, January 20, 2016 Wednesday, February 17, 2016 Wednesday, March 23, 2016

Meet the Candidates Forum (2:30 p.m.) Saturday, February 13, 2016

Annual Meeting (2:30 P.m.) Saturday, March 19, 2016

Should you have any questions about these meetings or would like to schedule a meeting with Mr. Goswami or President Fred Stern please call Linda George at (561) 273-2615 or contact her via email at lgeorge@frenchmanscreek.com.

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Club Events

iPhone and iPad Workshop iPhone – Tuesday, December 1 st at 2:30 p.m. iPad –Wednesday, December 9 th at 2:30 p.m. Learn the Tips and Tricks of the new iOS9 operating system and the functionality of your new iPhone 6 or 6s and iPad Air or Pro (if you have so upgraded). These are two separate classes with a very limited 2 1/2 hour time period for each. These are not beginners classes. The classes will focus on the numerous changes to the operating system and the improvements to various Apps provided by Apple on your iOS devices. Please call the POA Office at (561) 627-1467 to make your reservation for either or both of the classes. P.S. – The classes will also include demonstrations of the new Apple TV and various iOS accessories.

Thursday, February 4 th It is time to start sorting through your sensitive paperwork. The annual Frenchman’s Creek Shredding Day is scheduled. Mark you calendar! If you need assistance in transporting your shreddables to the Clubhouse, please call the POA office at (561) 627-1467 to schedule a pick-up. The Shredding Truck will be parked in the west parking lot. Begin sorting through your paperwork to locate what needs shredding? We are happy to assist in coordinating the transport to the club. Shreddable items are: paper, staples, paper clips, spirals and photos. Items that can’t be shredded include: x-rays, plastic, 3 ring binders and floppy disks. For more information, please contact the POA office at (561) 627-1467.

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SECURITY

Mark Hall - Director of Security

HOLIDAY SEASON Scams 1. Black Friday/Cyber Monday Specials This time of year, online scams use a variety of lures to get unsuspecting buyers to click on links or open attachments. Bad guys build complete copies of well-known sites, send emails promoting great deals, sell products and take credit card information – but never deliver the goods. Sites that seem to have incredible discounts should be a red flag. Remember that when a “special offer” is too good to be true, it usually is. For instance, never click on links in emails or popups with very deep discount offers for watches, phones or tablets. Go to the website yourself through your browser and check if that offer is legit. 2. Complimentary Vouchers or Gift Cards A popular holiday scam is big discounts on gift cards. Don’t fall for offers from retailers or social media posts that offer phony vouchers or (Starbucks) gift cards paired with special promotions or contests. Some posts or emails even appear to be shared by a friend (who may have been hacked). Develop a healthy dose of skepticism and “Think BeforeYou Click” on offers or attachments with any gift cards or vouchers! 3. Bogus ShippingNotices FromUPS and FedEx You are going to see emails supposedly from UPS and FedEx in your inbox that claim your package has a problem and/or could not be delivered. Many of these are phishing attacks that try to make you click on a link or open an attachment. However, what happens when you do that is that your computer gets infected with a virus or even ransomware which holds all your files hostage until you pay 500 dollars in ransom. 4. Holiday Refund Scams These emails seem to come from retail chains or e-commerce companies such as Amazon or eBay claiming there’s a “wrong transaction” and prompt you to click the refund link. However, when you do that and are asked to fill out a form, the personal information you give out will be sold to cyber criminals who use it against you. Oh, and never, never, never pay online with a debit card, only use credit cards. Why? if the debit card gets compromised, the bad guys can empty your bank account quickly. 5. Phishing on the Dark Side A new phishing email has begun circulating that tricks people into thinking they could win movie tickets for the highly-anticipated film, “Star Wars: The Force Awakens,” due out on Dec. 18. However, the email is a phishing attack. Leading up to the film’s release, and shortly after, you need to watch out for this social engineering attack and not fall for the scam. Stay safe online! BONUS TIP: Never use an insecure public Wi-Fi to shop with your credit card. Only shop with a secure connection at home.

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SECURITY CONTINUED

SILOMED UPDATE The SiloMed program is included in your POA dues, with no additional costs to the member. You should have received an email from SiloMed technical support containing all the information needed to register, including your username and password. SiloMed personnel will be onsite in one of your meeting rooms to assist with your individual registration Process. They will provide you with any information about the program that you may request. For your privacy registration will be individually scheduled sessions. Informational meetings will be held on Wednesday, December 2 nd at 11:00 a.m.; 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. and on Wednesday, January 6 th at 11:00 a.m.; 1:00 pm. and 3:00 p.m. We encourage all residents to actively participate in the SiloMed program. Please feel free to contact Frenchman’s Creek Security at (561) 622-7800, should you need additional information about the program. AFTER HOURs SERVICE We would like to emphasize the following: In the event you have an emergency during the night or the weekend, please call Frenchman’s Creek Security for immediate assistance.

The Security Department has many resources that could be helpful in resolving your issue.

For example:

• You arrive home late in the evening and find that you are without electricity.

• You do not have air conditioning.

• Defective plumbing

Do not hesitate to pick up the phone and contact Security at (561) 622-7800 for assistance.

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TENNIS

Tikky Srieud - Director of Tennis

Tennis season has started out strong. The excitement on the pickleball courts has been a big smash! The tennis courts are busy and everyone has loved the two new tennis courts! The new courts play so well and are so beautiful! Men’s Tennis Clinics Tuesdays 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Ladies Tennis Clinic Fridays 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. PrivateTennis Lessons for Adults and Children Lessons are available upon request, please schedule your lesson with the Tennis Pro Shop. Tennis Ball Machine Clinic Complimentary ball machine clinics are scheduled on It is so wonderful to see everyone enjoying this fun new addition to Frenchman’s Creek! We are so pleased that everyone is enjoying the sport. We provide group or private pickleball lessons. Join the excitement, come watch or come play! We wish everyone a wonderful Holiday. We will see you on the courts! Pickleball Classes Thursday & Friday Tennis Activities Holiday Tennis Sunday, December 20 th until Saturday, January 2 nd Adult Tennis Clinics Every Day 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Tiny Tots (3 yrs. - 6 yrs.) Every Day 11:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Sharks (7 yrs. - 10 yrs.) Every Day 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. Challengers (11 yrs. - 15 yrs.) Every Day 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. Boys &Girls Singles Tournament Saturday, December 26 th 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Boys &Girls Doubles Tournament Sunday, December 27 th 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Family Tennis Tournament Monday, December 28 th 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Davis CupTeamTournament every first Monday of the month. Pickleball Club

Tuesday, December 29 th 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Adult Tournament Wednesday, December 30 th 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Pickleball Games Tuesday &Thursday

3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Sunday

10:00 a.m.

Please schedule your games and lessons with the tennis pro shop at (561) 622-1623. We are happy to arrange Pickleball andTennis games for you any day of the week.

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FITNESS & SPA

Tiffany DeSouza - Director of Fitness & Spa

“Mindful Movement” Workshops GuidedMeditation Series

These workshops help you leave the busy world behind and inspire you to renew your connection to yourself. Each workshop will have a theme and different style of meditation offering you various opportunities to explore this powerful practice. The workshop includes breath work and gentle stretching for meditation preparation. We invite you to experience true inner peace and unite your body, mind and spirit on Thursday, December 3 rd at 4:30 p.m. for the “Giving & Receiving” MeditationWorkshop in the Fitness and Spa Center Group Aerobics Room.

Fitness Classes included: 8:00 a.m. Cardio Sculpt 8:30 a.m. Aqua Fusion 9:00 a.m. Restorative Stretch 9:30 a.m. Aqua Spin 10 :00 a.m. Healthy Joints 4:00 p.m. Prana Yoga

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December Fitness & Spa Trunk Show

FITNESS TRUNK SHOW

Monday December 7th , December 7 th 8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Bonnie’s Loft Handbags NY Jules Jewerly

Jenny’s Jewels Anatomie Fitness Clothing 8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Monday December 21th , December 21 st

561: 622-6391

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GOLF

Robert Bruno - Director of Golf

Upcoming Golf Events

December Nine, Wine & Dine Event Friday, December 4 th 3:00 p.m. Shotgun – 9 Holes Format: TBA (MakeYour Own Foursome) 5:00 p.m.

Family Golf Tournament Wednesday, December 23 rd & Wednesday, December 30 th 12:45 p.m. Shotgun

Dinner &Awards in the Sports Bar

Ladies Eclectic Golf Event Tuesday, December 8 th Round 1 Thursday, December 10 th Round 2 Tuesday, December 15 th Rain Date 8:30 a.m. Shotgun – 18 Holes 9:30 a.m. Shotgun – 9 Holes Men’s Presidents Cup Golf Event Friday, December 11 th Round 1 Saturday, December 12 th Round 2 8:30 a.m. Shotgun – 18 Holes Format: Two ManTeams Men’s Health Day Charity Golf Event Wednesday, December 16 th 7:30 a.m. Breakfast in the Main Dining Room 8:45 a.m. Shotgun – Golf Event Begins Format: 1 Best Ball Shamble (MakeYour Own Foursome or CommitteeWill Pair) 12:45 p.m. Luncheon &Awards

Couples Golf with Billy Burke

We invite you to join Billy for a Nine Hole playing lesson to improve your on course skills that will lower your scores. You’ll learn the secrets to improving your course management and shot visualization whichwill raise your expectations as players. By the way, half of the lesson fee will be contributed to The Frenchman’s Creek Charities Fund. Sign up today in the Golf Shop or call at (561) 622- 1620 to schedule a playing lesson. Play your best golf. Billy Burke, PGATeaching Professional.

Junior Golf Academy Monday, December 21 st & 28 th Tuesday, December 22 nd & 29 th 2:45 p.m. Registration 3:00 p.m. Instruction

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Demo Days

DEMODAYS

Thursday, December 3 rd 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Callaway and Cleveland products Golf Fitness Assessments and Swing Analysis are available 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Monday, December 7 th 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Complimentary Club Fitting and Flight Scope Analysis Thursday, December 10 th 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Featuring Ping products Thursday, December 17 th Cobra andTitleist products Golf Fitness Assessments and Swing Analysis are available 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Friday, December 18 th FeaturingTaylorMade products 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

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Improve your Game

TPI GOLF & FITNESS PROGRAM Lower your golf scores, improve your consistency and increase your distance . Learn exercises and fitness techniques that will help you improve your overall golf game.

6PACKSERIESPROGRAMPACKAGE SixVideoGolfSwingAnalysis&30minuteGolfandSwingReviewLesson (withgolfprofessional)

SixTPIPhysicalLimitationEvaluationAssessment and 30minuteGolfFitnessHandicapWorkout (withfitnessprofessional) Fitness appointments are scheduled with the Fitness and Spa Center at (561) 622-3691. Golf appointments are schedule with the Golf Pro Shop at (561) 622-1620. Packageprice$600 Fitnessappointmentsare scheduledbyFitnessandGolfappointmentsarescheduledbyGolf.

For information or scheduling, please call the Fitness Center at 561-622-3691 or Golf Shop at 561-622-1620

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Golf Member Guest Days

Save the Dates 2016 Men’s Member Guest Invitational Friday, January 29 th 7:30 a.m. Registration Format: Two Best Balls of the Foursome - Gross & Net Closest to the Pin and Long Drive Competition Member and Guest Putting Contest Hole in One Prize - $25,000 Cash Member &Guest Gift Packages The Best Exotic Marigold Resort Ladies Member Guest Day Tuesday, February 2 nd 7:00 a.m. Registration Format: “1” Best Ball Shamble – Gross & Net Awards

9-Hole and 18-Hole Competition Please Invite One or Three Guests Mixed Couples Member Guest

Invitational Friday, February 26 th 10:30 a.m. Registration Format: To be announced

Fashion on the Fairways Ladies Member Guest Day Tuesday, March 8 th 10:30 a.m. Registration Format: To be announced

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DINING & SOCIAL

Ashish Sethi - Director of Food & Beverage

Special Holiday Dining Schedule During the holiday season we offer modified dining hours in our venues: 19th Hole The 19th Hole offers Lunch 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. every day and Dinner from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. every day, except on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and NewYear’s Eve. Family Breakfast will be served daily at the main club beginning at 7:00 a.m. Characters Breakfast will begin at 8:00 a.m. Please refer to your Circus Circus Holiday brochure about locations. There will be an area reserved for adults only. Sports Bar The Sportsbar will be available for lunch every day from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. It is also available for outdoor dining during family events held in the Main Dining Room offering the same menu. The Grille InThe Grille we welcome members and guests over 12 years old. And additional evenings are scheduled for dining. Lunch is served between 11:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. Monday to Saturday; and Dinner from6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Monday to Saturday, except on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and NewYear’s Eve. BEach Club For your convenience we are suggesting the use of the shuttle to the Beach Club. Every day from 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. a driver is available to drop you off at the beach and pick you up. Please contact the valet service at (561) 273-2700 or the Beach Club at (561) 624-3400 if you need assistance. Additional dining is also available for the entire family. Lunch is available from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. every day; Dinner will be served from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Monday to Saturday, except on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and NewYear’s Eve. Pool Side CAfe Join us at the Pool Side Cafe daily from 11:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. and enjoy a great lunch while catching some rays in the sun. Pool Side Arts and Crafts is scheduled throughout the holidays at 2:00 p.m. New Year’s Day Brunch will be served in the Main Dining Room, Sports Bar and at the Beach Club from 11:30 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. the 19th Hole and the Pool Side Cafe are available for lunch. Dinner will not be served at the Beach Club or the Main Clubhouse. However Take out and Delivery Service will be available. Please contact the Food & Beverage Office to make your dinner arrangements at (561) 273-2647.

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DINING & SOCIAL

Special Dining Nights

Sunday, December 6 th Hannukah Candle Lighting Ceremony and Dinner 5:30 p.m. Candle Lighting Ceremony in the Lobby 6:00 p.m. Hannukah Dinner

Reservations for dinner in the Main Dining Room are requested. Please contact the Food & Beverage office to make your table arrangements at (561) 273-2647. Thursday, December 10 th Concert Dinner with Luciano Pavarotti 6:00 p.m. Main Dining Room View Luciano Pavarotti in concert on the live size screens in the Main Dining Room. Enjoy an Italian inspired menu. Friday, December 11th Sommelier’sWineTasting 6:00 p.m.in the Lounge Taste wines from your wines by the glass selection. Saturday, December 12 th Lounge Night 6:00 p.m. Enjoy cocktails and a light a la carte dinner in your Lounge setting. Singer Dawn Marie Basham will accompany the evening. Dancing is invited. Wednesday, December 16 th MeetYour Neighbor Cocktail Reception 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Lounge Enjoy complimentary cocktails and Hors d’Oeuvres and get to know your neighbors. Monday December 21 st until Thursday, December 31 st Circus Circus Holiday Dining Please refer to the included Holiday brochure for daily scheduled dining events.

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DINING & SOCIAL

Cindy Teyssedou - Director of Beach Club

BEACH CLUB SPECIAL Dining Thursday, December 3 rd Beach Club SkypeWine Dinner Featuring Shirley Roy of Roy Estates in Napa Valley 6:00 p.m. Enjoy a wonderful creative menu paired with a great selection of wines. Each winery selected will be connected via Skype and introduce their wines while you are enjoying the Beach Club atmosphere. Monday, December 14 th Stone Crab Night at the Beach Club 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Make your reservations online today. Wednesday, January 13 th Beach Club SkypeWine Dinner 6:00 p.m. Enjoy a wonderful creative menu paired with a great selection of wines. Each winery selected will be connected via skype and introduce their wines while you are enjoying the Beach Club atmosphere. Make you reservations today. Beach Club Shuttle Hop on the Beach Club shuttle and join us at the beach. The shuttle service is available every day at the sales office from 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Please contact the valet stand for additional information and to make arrangements at (561) 273-2700. PRE-THEATER DINERS Wednesday, December 9 th 5:30 p.m. Maltz Theater season is in full swing. If you have tickets toThe Maltz and would like to enjoy an early dinner, join us across the bridge at the Beach Club. For you we will serve dinner from 5:30 p.m. on.

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DINING & SOCIAL

Entertainment Events

“Let’s Glow” Welcome Back Opening Party Saturday, December 5 th at 7:00 p.m.

Cocktails, Dinner and Dancing Attire: Jacket Preferred Tables no larger than 12, please

This year’s Annual Welcome Back Opening Party features “Soul Survivor” South Florida’s premier party band. Join the party and dance the night away with fabulous fun, friends and food. RSVP to the Food & Beverage Office at (561) 273-2647 or make your reservations online at www.frenchmanscreek.com.

Performers Series Top of the line entertainment of the highest quality. Cocktails and buffet dinner followed by show. Always the most special of evenings. An Evening with Michael Amante Thursday, December 17 th at 7:00 p.m. Amante is consideredonof themost versatileandgiftedperformers able to sing in a variety of languages. He has performed to sold out audiences across the country including NewYork’s Lincoln Center, and before many dignitaries including Gerald Ford, George Bush, Bill Clinton, and late Pope John Paul II. He consistently wins over his audience receiving standing ovations during each performance.

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DINING & SOCIAL

Entertainment Events

CIRCUS CIRCUS is the theme of our Holiday Program this year. Commencing Friday, December 18, 2015 and ending Sunday, January 3, 2016. Activities are available for all ages. There will be fitness, tennis, golf, dinners, buffets, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day grandiose buffets, plus New Year’s Eve celebrations.

Cookie decorating, petting zoo, pony rides, balloon guy, treasure hunt, carnival, juggling clowns, circus, bingo and scavenger hunt—all for your pleasure. Look for the Circus Circus brochure included in this mailing listing all the events!

New Year’s Eve Under the BigTop 6:00 p.m. Family fun affair. The entire family will enjoy this fabulous circus theme night with lots of dancing and entertainment to welcome the new year. Supper Club 8:30 p.m. A High Energy Dance Band leads you into 2016. Enjoy a great evening of dining and dancing. Leave your children at home or at the family party. Join from the start for dinner or after 11:00 p.m. for cocktails and dessert. New Year’s Day Brunch is included with your New Year’s Eve event

attendance. Brunch is available at the Main Club and the Beach Club from 11:30 a.m until 3:00 p.m. Place your Take Out dinner oder today. There is no dining venue available for dinner at the club except Food Delivery Service between 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

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SOCIAL ACTIVITIES

Frenchman’s Creek Excursions

December 2015 Excursions Art Basel, Miami Beach

Friday, December 4 th

What to expect Art Basel’s reputation for showing work of the highest quality has attracted the leading international gallerists and collectors, offering visitors the annual opportunity to see exceptional artworks of every type. The show is organized around eight sectors, which together encompass a vast range of artistic mediums, including paintings, sculpture, installations, film and videos, multiples, prints, photography, and live performance. 8:00 a.m. Departure Frenchman’s Creek Snacks and refreshments are available on the bus Transportation and admission are included Lunch and / or dinner at Art Basel at your own expense 9:00 p.m. Return to Frenchman’s Creek Norton Museum, Downtown West Palm Beach Thursday, December 10 th This Place: Israel and theWest BankThrough Photography’s Lens The Norton Museum of Art is the first U.S. venue to host This Place, an international photo exhibition that explores the complexity of Israel and theWest Bank. While acknowledging and paying heed to the region’s conflicts, This Place asks that we look beyond this — that we widen and multiply our lens. It unveils a dozen contemporary photographic viewpoints of Israel and theWest Bank, created primarily between 2009 and 2012. 4:30 p.m. Departure Frenchman’s Creek 6:00 p.m. GuidedTour, This Place 8:30 p.m. Return to Frenchman’s Creek Jupiter Lighthouse, Jupiter Inlet Tuesday, December 15 th Museum and Lighthouse 9:45 a.m. Departure Frenchman’s Creek Guided tour of the Lighthouse and Museum 1:30 p.m. Lunch at Frenchman’s Creek

To reserve your seat for an excursion, please contact the Food & Beverage office at (561) 273-2647. If you have any suggestions on where an excursion should lead us, please call Bilian direct at (561) 846-9987.

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SOCIAL ACTIVITIES

Educational Lecture Series

FreNCHMAN’S CREEK LIVE ELLIOt ABrams, fmr. Dep. NAtL. Security Advisor On Tuesday, December 15 th , Elliott Abrams will speak in person. He has held numerous high level positions in various administrations, most recently as Deputy National Security Advisor in the GeorgeW. Bush administration. He is an expert on Israel, the Mideast and global human rights issues. He is currently a senior fellow at the very prestigious Council on Foreign Relations. He has been the subject of some controversy during his career. As a result of the Independent Counsel’s investigation of the Iran Contra affair, he pled guilty to two misdemeanor counts of withholding information from Congress. He was subsequently pardoned by President George H. W. Bush and reinstated into important policy making positions in the GeorgeW. Bush administration. michael singh, The Washington Institute On Tuesday, January 12 th , Michael Singh will be joining us in person. He is the Managing Director of The Washington Institute on Near East Policy and a renowned scholar on the Mideast and America’s role in that part of the world. From 2005 to 2008 he was the Senior Director for Middle East Affairs at the National Security Council, responsible for devising and coordinating US national security policy toward the regionwith a particular emphasis on Iran, Syria and the Israel/Palestine conflict. He also served as Special Assistant to Secretaries of State Rice and Powell and at the US Embassy inTel Aviv. During the past two seasons,  we  heard outstanding presentations from three of Dr. Singh’s colleagues, Matt Levitt, David Makovsky and Ambassador Jim Jeffrey. We are confident you will find his presentation at least as interesting and informative. Additonal Speakers include: Dr. Toby Cosgrove, President and CEO of the Cleveland Clinic -Wednesday, February 10 th Dr. Ann Kirschner, Dean of the Macauley Honors College at the City University of NewYork - Friday, March 18 th Jane Harman, Fmr. Congresswoman fromCalifornia - Date to be announced

All programs will begin promptly at 8:00 p.m. in the Main Dining Room.

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SOCIAL ACTIVITIES

Rosencrans Booktalks

FLORENCE GORDON BY BRIAN MORTON Wednesday, January 13 th

A feisty, cantankerous 75-year-old writer and former feminist activist must deal with new-found fame and a long-absent family.

Join us for a series of lectures with Q & A on the best in contemporary fiction. Each session will include literary background, extensive material on the author’s life and creative development as well as intensive analysis of the book. For more information, please visit www.bookswithsandra.com.

Let’s meet for coffee at 9:30 a.m. The BookTalks will start promptly at 10:00 a.m.

Upcoming Booktalks Wednesday, February 10 th - ORHAN’S INHERITANCE BY ALINE OHANESIAN

Wednesday, March 9 th - DEAR COMMITTEE MEMBERS BY JULIE SCHUMACHER

Please register with the Food & Beverage Office at 561-273-2648 byWednesday, January 6 th .

Foreign Film Nights

Back by popular demand! Mark you calendars for the upcoming Foreign Language Film Series:

Tuesday, January 9 th Tuesday, January 19 th Wednesday, January 27 th

Movie information will follow as soon as it becomes available.

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SOCIAL ACTIVITIES

Upcoming Events Preview

Main Club Cabaret A unique and intimate evening, featuring fabulous cabaret performers with a specialty menu. An Evening with Ray Chang Monday, January 11 th at 6:00 p.m. For anyone who has not heard of him...Ray performs at Café Centro to a full house every weekend. He combines his act with his audience to make it a most unusual and exciting night. He is more than the “life of the party”…”He is the Party”. As a nuclear powered entertainer... you will be carried away on a wave of Chang’s infectious charm. Performers Series Top of the line entertainment of the highest quality. Cocktails and buffet dinner followed by show. Always the most special of evenings. An Evening with Savannah Jack Thursday, January 14 th at 7 :00 p.m. Savannah Jack has been brought back by popular demand. It is obvious that the band loves making music and is having a blast, whether they are performing in Nashville or playing in front of thousands of people in sold out amphitheaters. They perform everything from rock to country. If you haven’t heard them, you better get on board and get ready for an exciting evening. We expect a “ SoldOut Night”.

An Evening with David Klinkenberg Thursday, January 28 th at 7:00 p.m.

With over 350,000 album sales nationwide, David Klinkenberg is one of the best selling violinist in the world. He has appeared onCBS, NBC,ABC and FOX as well as PBS International. This emerging musical master started making ripples early. At the age of four, a violin was placed in his small hands. He is a charismatic virtuoso with a rare gift. He can stir the air and change the atmosphere. He generates a melodic mix of inspiration with a healthy dose of levity...plus he is adorable!

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Some ARTchanted Evenings

Art Expo January 22-23

Art Expo 2016 “Some ARTchanted Evenings” Friday, January 22 nd and Saturday, January 23 rd 6:00 p.m. “A night of art and music” with Street Talk Orchestra for your dancing and listening pleasure Attire: Jacket andTie Colors: Black andWhite Complimentary Art Lecture with Dr. Anita Kirchen Tuesday, January 26 th at 6:00 p.m.

Register up to 5 original art pieces for the show. Fill out the Application Form included in this mailing. Drop off your art pieces on Monday, January 18 th from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Clubhouse. Art pick-up is onWednesday, January 27 th . If you need assistance and for any questions, please contact the Food & Beverage Office at (561) 273-2647.

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GOOD WILL

FC 3 Sof tball Team

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GOOD WILL

Women for Cancer Research

NEWS FROM SCRIPPS LA JOLLA, CA and JUPITER, FL

September 18, 2015 – The Scripps Research Institute (TSRI) today announced the appointment of chemist Peter G. Schultz (left) as CEO and biologist Steve A. Kay (right) as President.

Schultz is currently a member of the TSRI faculty, as well as Director of the California Institute for Biomedical Research (Calibr).

Kay, a formerTSRI faculty member, is currently dean of the DornsifeCollege of Letters, Arts and Sciences at the University of Southern California (USC)

JUPITER, FL – October 13, 2015 – Matthew Disney, a professor on the Florida campus of The Scripps Research Institute (TSRI), has won the prestigious 2016 TetrahedronYoung Investigator Award for Bioorganic and Medicinal Chemistry. The award, which was created in 2005 by Tetrahedron Publications, is given to just two individuals each year who have exhibited “exceptional creativity and dedication” in the fields of organic synthesis and bioorganic and medicinal chemistry, respectively.

There are many exciting events benefitting Scripps Research planned again this season.

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Play Bridge with the Pros on December 13 th at Frenchman’s Creek.

2. Fashion Show and luncheon on December 14 th at Neiman Marcus, Palm Beach. 3. Cocktail Reception and Auction on January 7 th at Scripps Florida. 4. Home Tours on January 24 th at Frenchman’s Creek. 5. Tennis and Pickleball Tournament on January 25 th . 6. Golf Tournament and Luncheon on January 26 th .

To learn more aboutWFCR and/or any of these events, please contact the Food and Beverage Office at 561-868-6370.

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