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Private Club Links, LLC Appoints Janice Sloan as New COO
Private Club Links works with private clubs all around the world, and provides online reciprocal reservations and unique concierge services to club members. Ms. Sloan brings her 25+ years of club experience and personal connections to PCL as its new Chief Operating Officer. - May 21, 2011 - Private Club Links, LLC
Denny Dolci Joins St. Jude Golf Club as Head Golf Professional
“Saint Jude Golf Club has a great reputation as an excellent course, and I’m very happy to be joining the Club at this point in its history.” So says Dennis “Denny” Dolci, a highly regarded and long-time golf pro in Western Pa., who just joined St. Jude as head golf... - May 14, 2011 - St. Jude Golf Club
ezLocator Delivers Latest Release on Cloud Computing Platform
ezLocator announced today the release of ezLocator v2 on a cloud-computing platform. The ezLocator application is now utilizing a cloud computing platform to enhance the delivery of their innovative technology based green and hole management solution. “We are very excited to introduce our... - May 05, 2011 - ezLocator
Boot Ranch is Back
After being put on hold for the recent downturn, Boot Ranch (in Fredericksburg Texas) is finally back in business. Pro golfer Hal Sutton's original vision continues as lot sales have now resumed. Golf membership are also available for the highly-acclaimed golf course, and a new 55,000 sq ft, $30 million "clubhouse village" opened its doors this week. "Hal Sutton has designed one of the great golf courses in Texas, and the clubhouse is just as spectacular," said project manager Charles Perry. - March 08, 2011 - Boot Ranch
2011 Southwest Florida Wine & Food Fest Nets Record $1.6 million
This year’s Southwest Florida Wine & Food Fest, held on February 25 and 26 at Miromar Lakes Beach & Golf Club, raised a record-breaking $1.6 million (net, after expenses), which will be donated directly to three charities benefiting children’s health care in our area. The... - March 04, 2011 - Southwest Florida Wine & Food Fest
The Southwest Florida Wine & Food Fest
What: The Southwest Florida Wine & Food Fest 9 Chef Vintner Dinners, 13 Wine Fest trustees, 9 Wineries, 3 wine distributors, 9 dinner chefs, 12 Chef stations at the Grand Tasting, 31 Live auction lots (all detailed on www.swflwinefest.org) Expect 400+ guests on Saturday at Grand... - February 25, 2011 - Southwest Florida Wine & Food Fest
2011 Allianz Championship Tees Off Today with New On-the-Green "Events Within the Event" as Boca's Own Golf Legend Bernhard Langer Defends His Championship Title
In celebration of five years in Boca Raton and the PGA Champions Tour tournament’s eleventh year, tournament management has added exciting new on-the-green “events within the event” to this year’s Allianz Championship now through the 13th at The Old Course at Broken Sound... - February 12, 2011 - Allianz Championship
Family Entertainment Center (FEC) Builder's Miniature Golf Holes to be Featured on ABC's Extreme Makeover: Home Edition
Premier Amusement Developers, LLC creates novelty golf holes for deserving family’s home renovation. - January 22, 2011 - Premier Amusement Developers, LLC
Par 3 and Executive Golf Association Charter Kickoff Event Scheduled in Bermuda on March 25, 2011
The Par 3 and Executive Golf Association Charter Kickoff Event will be held at the Fairmont Southampton, Bermuda on March 25, 2011. Optionally, members are invited to play in the 2011 Bacardi National Par-3 Championship being held the same weekend. - January 21, 2011 - Par 3 and Executive Golf
MMX Technologies Announces Launch of New Website
MMX Technologies announces the recent launch of www.mygymandtrainer.com, a new social media site dedicated to fitness. - January 20, 2011 - MMX Technologies, LLC
Allianz Championship Invites Nonprofits to Register to Benefit from Its “Birdies Fore Charity” Fundraising Program
As Registration Opens, Nine South Florida Charities Are the First to Tee-Up for Funds. - December 24, 2010 - Allianz Championship
Major Sponsors Return and New Ones Join in to Support 2011 Allianz Championship and Benefit Boca Raton Regional Hospital
Those Returning for the Fifth Year Since the PGA Champions Tournament Came to Boca Raton, Include Allianz Life Of North America; City of Boca Raton; Mastercard; JM Lexus; Penn-Florida Companies; 3M, Allianz Of America, Boca Raton Resort & Club; Flagler Development; Rosenberg Diamonds; Kaye Communications, Inc.; Club Car; Palm Beach Sports Commission. - December 24, 2010 - Allianz Championship
Allianz Championship Announces Appointment of New Chairman and Four New Directors to 2010-2011 Boca Raton Champions Golf Charities (BRCGC) Board
Brent Colston Takes Board Leadership Helm; William “Bill” Berger, Patti Hamilton, J.C. Perrin, and Ivan Synder Join as Directors to 2010-2011 Boca Raton Champions Golf Charities (BRCGC) Board. - December 24, 2010 - Allianz Championship
Harbor Club to Provide Boat Storage at Marina
Harbor Club on Georgia’s Lake Oconee announced today that it has reached an agreement with nearby Granite Shoals Marina that will provide dry dock storage for Harbor Club property owners. The Marina is located near Harbor Club’s back gate. - December 10, 2010 - Harbor Club
“Best Pee-Wee Golf Swing in America” Video Contest Starts December 1st
Little Linksters Founder & PGA Professional Brendon Elliott is looking for the best Pee-Wee golf swings in America. Along with his panel of celebrity judges which include Annika Sorenstam, Hank Haney & Kelly Sheehan, Elliott will be selecting the best golf swing in three age groups; 3-4, 5-6 & 7-8. Contest entries will be taken throughout December. - December 03, 2010 - Little Linksters, LLC
Northern Trust Supports Children’s Charities as Title Sponsor of Southwest Florida Wine & Food Fest 2011
SWFL Children’s Charities, Inc. announced Northern Trust is continuing its support of Southwest Florida’s Wine & Food Fest 2011 as title sponsor. The weekend event will be held Feb. 25 and 26, 2011. This marks the fourth year that Northern Trust has served as title sponsor for the... - November 25, 2010 - Southwest Florida Wine & Food Fest
Chef Roy Yamaguchi to Host Prelude to The Southwest Florida Wine & Food Fest
On December 8, Roy's Hawaiian Fusion Restaurant in The Promenade (Bonita Springs), will offer a Private Wine Dinner with Chef Roy Yamaguchi - founder of Roy's and Hawaii's first James Beard Award Winner. Throughout the evening, Chef Roy will be mingling with guests, discussing food and wine. The reception begins at 6:15p.m., followed by dinner at 7:00p.m. - November 20, 2010 - Southwest Florida Wine & Food Fest
Gulf Shores Golf Association Courses Offer an Excuse to Visit
Families looking for a reason to get away this fall should consider the Alabama Gulf Coast—and its golf opportunities. - October 26, 2010 - Gulf Shores Golf Association
Harbor Club to Provide Easy Financing
In an unprecedented move, the Owner/Developer of Harbor Club, located on Lake Oconee near Greensboro, Georgia announced today the release of 25 prime home sites, all available with financing direct from the Developer. - October 22, 2010 - Harbor Club
New Site Helps Golfers Improve Their Short Game and Lower Their Scores
Short-Game.com gives people the ability to improve their short game and lower their golf scores with weekly articles, interviews, and golf related videos. - September 26, 2010 - Short-Game.com
The Gulf Shores Golf Association Announces a Winner in the "Play to Win" Giveaway
The Gulf Shores Golf Association has concluded its Play to Win sweepstakes and has officially selected a name from among the many entrants. - September 25, 2010 - Gulf Shores Golf Association
Staglin Family Vineyard Named Signature Vintner for 2011 Southwest Florida Wine & Food Fest
Exclusive Napa Valley winery Staglin Family Vineyard has signed on as the signature vintner for the 2011 Southwest Florida Wine & Food Fest, to be held Feb. 25 and 26 at Miromar Lakes Beach & Golf Club. Staglin’s vintages have earned top marks from critics around the world and have... - September 04, 2010 - Southwest Florida Wine & Food Fest
Gulf Shores Open Brings Golfers and Awareness to the Alabama Gulf Coast
The Gulf Shores Open, part of the Golf Channel Amateur Tour, was held on August 21st and 22nd at the Peninsula Golf and Racquet Club, drawing attention to the local golf and Gulf Shores in general. - August 28, 2010 - Gulf Shores Golf Association
FairwayPro Now Offering Ground Floor Investment Opportunity Toward Expanding Its Product Offerings
FairwayPro addresses all the common deficiencies associated with conventional golf mats, which are disliked by 80% of golfers who have to practice on them. - August 05, 2010 - FairwayPro
Gulf Shores Golf Association Holding “Play to Win” Sweepstakes
The Gulf Shores Golf Association has announced the details of their Play to Win giveaway, a sweepstakes that will run until September 15th, 2010. Visitors to the Gulf Shores/Orange Beach area who book a golf vacation between now and September 15th will be entered into a drawing for a chance to win... - July 28, 2010 - Gulf Shores Golf Association
Golf Gulf Shores Website Changes Benefit Media and Vacationers
The Gulf Shores Golf Association announced changes to the organization’s website today. The latest modifications improve ease of use by potential visitors, social network users and the media. - May 04, 2010 - Gulf Shores Golf Association
LPGA Prepares to Swing Into Mobile for Bell Micro LPGA Classic
The 2010 Bell Micro LPGA Classic in Mobile is set to showcase some of the most talented LPGA golfers in the world. These players will travel to the Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail at Magnolia Grove in May. - April 01, 2010 - The Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail
2010 Southwest Florida Wine & Food Fest Nets More Than $930,000
This year’s Southwest Florida Wine & Food Fest, held on February 26 and 27 at Miromar Lakes Beach & Golf Club, raised a record-breaking $930,000 (net, after expenses), most of which will be donated directly to three charities benefiting children’s health care in our area. The... - March 19, 2010 - Southwest Florida Wine & Food Fest
Gulf Shores Golf Association Showcases Bratton Brothers Invitational
Forty-one years after seven friends took a weekend golf trip to Gulf Shores, the Bratton Brothers Invitational golf tournament is still going strong. This year, more than 80 golfers participated when the event returned to Gulf Shores. - March 18, 2010 - Gulf Shores Golf Association
Clear Web Services Begins SEO Campaign for Monmouth Golf Club
Clear Web Services, based in the Forest of Dean in Gloucestershire, are proud to announce a new partnership with Monmouth Golf Club. Monmouth Golf Club is a private members golf club set in the idyllic location just inside the Welsh boarder taking in a breathtaking view of the Wye Valley. Monmouth... - March 11, 2010 - Monmouth Golf Club
Gulf Shores Golf Association Releases 2010 Golf Vacation Planner
The Gulf Shores Golf Association has released the 2010 Golf Vacation Planner, a 48-page resource for golfers. The planner provides detailed course descriptions as well as helpful accommodation and destination information. - February 17, 2010 - Gulf Shores Golf Association
Naples 5-Year-Old Creates Signature Art for Southwest Florida Wine & Food Fest
Original painting featured on event posters, to be auctioned at Grand Tasting on Feb. 27 - February 06, 2010 - Southwest Florida Wine & Food Fest
Landmark Golf Club at Avalon Announces New General Manager
Avalon Golf Club and Community is pleased to announce the appointment of their new General Manager, Joseph Dale Hough Jr. - February 02, 2010 - Landmark Golf Club at Avalon
Falls Village Golf Club Recognized Among Triangle Area’s Top Golf Courses
Marc Reynolds, general manager of Falls Village Golf Club (www.fallsvillagegolf.com), has announced that the club has been ranked No. 3 by Triangle Business Journal on the public and semi-private golf courses list. Rankings for this list were based on the slope from men’s tees, with ties... - January 24, 2010 - Falls Village Golf
Classical Violin Concert at McCormick Museum on February 21
Cantigny’s Robert R. McCormick Museum will present “The Romantic Violin” on Sunday, February 21, at 3 pm. The special concert, in the museum’s Freedom Hall, will feature music for violin by Tchaikovsky, Mozart, Beethoven and Rachmaninoff. Elmhurst Symphony Orchestra's Music... - January 08, 2010 - Cantigny Park & Golf
Arizona Winter Snow Storms Bring Cross-Country Skiing to Torreon Golf Community
Torreon Golf Community open new cross-country trail for members and guests to enjoy Arizona snowfall. Guests at Torreon Villas or Lodges have full guest privileges, including the new trail winding through the largest stand of Ponderosa pine forest in the southwest. - December 31, 2009 - Torreon Golf Community
Hawthorns Golf and Country Club Named Indiana Course of the Year
Fishers – The Hawthorns Golf and Country Club has been named the 2010 Indiana Course of the Year by the Indiana Golf Course Owners Association. The Hawthorns Club will be submitted to the National Golf Course Owners Association in consideration of National Course of the Year 2010 Honors. Al... - December 16, 2009 - Hawthorns Golf & Country Club
Edwards Named Membership Director at Old Corkscrew Golf Club
Two-time National Hockey League All-Star and Celebrity Players Tour member Don Edwards has joined the Old Corkscrew Golf Club team as membership director. In this role, he will be responsible for marketing and managing the membership program at the club, which features an 18-hole championship... - December 03, 2009 - Old Corkscrew
The eGgolf Amateur Tour Launches Its First Tour in Illinois
The highly successful eGolf Amateur Tour is coming to Chicago. The tour gives the everyday golfer a chance to compete in golf tournaments against players of his/her skill level. Prizes and trophies are awarded to tournament winners. - November 20, 2009 - eGolf Chicago Amateur Tour
Tee It Up & Serve It Up for the Troops at Skyline Country Club
Skyline Country Club is again joining the Wounded Warrior Project and the Tucson Community Cares Foundation to host the fourth annual charity golf tournament, Tee It Up for the Troops. For the second year in a row, an exciting addition allows tennis players to also get involved in the action – Serve It Up for the Troops. The event takes place Saturday, November 14, beginning at 7 a.m. - November 06, 2009 - Skyline Country Club
Sixth Annual Goblin Gallop Raises More Than $25k for Charity
For the second year in a row, Heron Bay Golf and Country Club’s Goblin Gallop raised over $25,000 for the Hands of Hope Clinic, Henry County's only free medical and dental clinic. More than 300 racers participated in the sixth annual event which was held on Oct. 24. The race, which encourages... - November 01, 2009 - Heron Bay Golf & Country Club
Escalante Golf Purchases The Crosby National Golf Club
Escalante Golf and an affiliate of Starwood Capital Group today announced the completed sale of ownership interests in The Crosby National Golf Club to Escalante Golf. Located in Rancho Santa Fe, The Crosby is a spectacular Fred Couple and Schmidt/Curley-designed golf course, with an impressive... - October 30, 2009 - Escalante Golf
FairwayPro Ultimate Divot Simulator Golf Mat Wins "Best New Golf Product in GolfBizz for 2009" at Amsterdam Golf Fair & FairwayPro is Being Featured on YouTube.com/golf
Every golfer who is serious about the sport understands the importance of practice. Yet golfers who don't have access to real grass must settle for practicing on range mats that do not react the same way natural turf does. Until now. FairwayPro —the ultimate golf practice device— allows you to practice the way you play. The patented design of FairwayPro includes a top turf tray that reacts when it's impacted by a club. Find out more at www.fairwaypro.com. - October 24, 2009 - FairwayPro
Heron Bay Golf & Country Club Community Association Elects New Community Committees
Heron Bay Golf & Country Club Community Association recently announced its newest inductees to its four community committees. The resident volunteer committees, which include the Positive Standards Committee, Safety/Pool Committee, Community Liaison Committee and Social Activities Committee,... - October 16, 2009 - Heron Bay Golf & Country Club
Haunted Hayride Features New Scenes, New Scares at Grand Geneva Resort in Lake Geneva, WI
Grand Geneva Resort in Lake Geneva will present its 7th annual “Haunted Hayride” featuring a myriad of new frightful scenes for kids and adults of all ages. The notoriously scary attraction is available from 7 p.m. to midnight every Friday, Saturday and Sunday thru October 25, and Thursday thru Saturday nights, October 29-31. - October 10, 2009 - Grand Geneva Resort & Spa
Heron Bay Golf & Country Club's Semi-Annual Community Garage Sale Set for October
Heron Bay Golf & Country Club's Community Association's is having their semi-annual garage sale on October 10. - October 09, 2009 - Heron Bay Golf & Country Club
St. John’s Red Storm Golf Team Hosts the Mission Inn Collegiate Classic
For the third consecutive year the St. John’s University men’s golf team visits Florida to host the Mission Inn Collegiate Classic played on the Mission Inn Resort & Club’s El Campéon Golf Course. The tournament completes Sunday. This weekend marks The Red... - October 04, 2009 - Mission Inn Resort & Club
Call for Sponsors: Sixth Annual Goblin Gallop Scheduled for October
Heron Bay Golf and Country Club and the Hands of Hope Clinic are looking for organizations and businesses to sponsor the Sixth Annual Goblin Gallop 6K, 1 mile Run/Walk and Tot Trot scheduled to take place at Heron Bay Golf and Country Club on October 24. The race will benefit Henry County’s... - October 04, 2009 - Heron Bay Golf & Country Club
Falls Village Golf Club Recognized as a Top Golf Course
Marc Reynolds, general manager of Falls Village Golf Club (www.fallsvillagegolf.com), has announced that the club has been ranked No. 3 by Triangle Business Journal on the public and semi-private golf courses list. Rankings for this list were based on the slope from men’s tees with ties... - September 05, 2009 - Falls Village Golf
Job Growth in Heron Bay's Henry County on the Rise
Henry County, Ga. ranked number seven among the top 25 counties in America for job opportunities according to a list recently compiled and released by CNN Money entitled, Where the Jobs Are. Henry was the only county in Georgia to make the top ten on the list. - August 27, 2009 - Heron Bay Golf & Country Club