What's New

What's New
This is the "What's New" page. It will keep you up to date on the latest happenings at the Club. Check here also for any changes in schedules and other news beyond what is in the printed calendar
10/21/08 - The Annual Meeting was held on October 20. We heard reports from all the areas, approved some modifications to the bylaws, thanked the three outgoing board members and welcomed their successors. We were also reminded that the Pro Shop and Dining Room close on October 31. The next club-wide event is the Holiday Party on Saturday, December 27. Invitations will be sent out after Thanksgiving.
8/28/08 - An email to all on-line members reminded them to pick up their parking passes and think about volunteering to be on the board. Also, the Annual Meeting is scheduled for Monday, October 20 at 7:00pm in the clubhouse.
8/14/08 - The 2008 "Rally For The Cure" event was another success! Over $2700 was raised for "Rally" and "Susan G. Komen For The Cure", which were also the winners for the day. The generosity of the Thursday Men's League and Schooltech, and all the other donors and sponsors, pushed the total donations past $1400! We are grateful for all the support and collaboration. One of the highlights of the day occurred when the Goodyear blimp flew over the course with the message, "Support Susan G. Komen For the Cure" as all the women in pink below enjoyed the morning. We don't know if they guessed at the event because of all the pink and provided the message, or if the blimp folks were alerted some other way. It surprised all of us. Thank you to all of the volunteers, participants, donors and staff who contributed to another successful event.
7/21/08 - The Mid-Summer Party has been canceled. The dining room and golf course will be open as usual. Many other events are scheduled for the rest of July and August so check your calendar and the sign-up sheets in the breezeway.
7/19/08 - Two new policies have been posted in the Members Area. One relates to golf (making tee times on weekend mornings plus minor items). The other defines the timing for the use of Pro Shop gift certificates. Use the link in the list at left to get to the Members Area.
7/18/08 - The Mid-Summer Party needs more attendees to make it worthwhile. Please contact John Dahl right away if you want to attend.
7/17/08 - Jackie and Jason have made some changes to the lunch and dinner menus. Please check them out by going to the Dining Room page. Use the link in the list at left.
7/14/08 - The Mid-Summer Party is scheduled for Saturday, July 26 from 5:00 to 9:00. Enjoy golf, tennis, croquet and bocce ball until 7:30 when you will be served a "barbecue buffet." Beer, wine and soft drinks will be served. Guests are welcome. $20 per person. Contact John Dahl at (734) 971-2502 or specialevents@aagoc.org to register or ask questions.
6/3/08 - Progress is being made in updating this website. The 2008 season calendar is on-line (see link at left). The lunch and dinner menus have also been posted (see Dining Room at left).
5/7/08 - Long-time former member Gene Fowler was honored in the Ann Arbor News of May 5 in a touching story by Geoff Larcom. You can read the article at http://www.mlive.com/annarbor/stories/index.ssf?/base/news-0/1209998431190970.xml&coll=2&thispage=2
5/7/08 - The Newcomers' Party will be held on the evening of Saturday, May 17. Here is the invitation and menu as a .pdf file. Please plan to attend and meet the twelve new members who will be our special guests.
4/15/08 - Over the years, AAGOC has planted trees and established gardens to honor the memory of deceased members. We have created these web pages to document these additions. To document these enhancements, members Cliff Morris, Carolin Dick and Sandell Bennett are creating a "Memory Book" which will be available for viewing in the clubhouse. The pages are now available on-line. Click on Memorials in the list of links at left.
4/15/08 - The 2008 season is officially underway with the opening of the Pro Shop. The temperature is in the 50s and the sun is out. Can sub-par rounds be far behind?
4/5/08 - Here is the latest waiting list. It contains 179 names and dates back to the summer of 2004. After visiting the page, use the "back" button on your browser to return here.
4/3/08 - The new season calendars have been printed and delivered to the Club. They will be mailed out to members in the next few days. Key upcoming dates are: Pro Shop opens on April 15, Dining Room opens on April 29, Men's Opening Day is May 10, Mothers' Day Brunch is May 11, Ladies' Opening Day is May 15 and the Newcomers' Party is May 17.
4/2/08 - The Club will be welcoming seventeen new members this season. A total of 52 names were taken off the waiting list. The new waiting list will be posted soon but, for now, click on the link below and start your review beginning at #53.
2/10/08 - The initial deadline for dues payment has passed and persons near the top of the waiting list can expect to be contacted by Brian Stange in the near future. Here are the current financial obligations facing potential members seeking to join as a family: Initiation fee: $6000, Annual Dues: $1460, Special Assessment (to pay off the loan for the clubhouse renovation in 1999): $185 and Dining Room Minimum: $600 ($100 per month May- October).
1/8/08 - Brian Stange sent out by email the message that should have been included in the envelope with the dues bill. A copy is stored in the Notes from the Rough (newsletter) section on the Member's Area. The key item to note is that your dues must be paid in full by January 31 in order to avoid late fees and, potentially, cancellation of your membership.
1/4/08 - President John Dahl has sent out a New Year's message to the membership. It was distributed by email. It is also posted as the President's Note.
12/18/07 - Here is the invitation to the Holiday Party that will be held on Friday, December 28. Please make your reservations by December 21. This invitation was originally emailed out on December 3. If you didn't receive one, please contact your webmaster (John White) so that he can make sure your email address in the database.
11/26/07 - The minutes for the November meeting of the Board have been posted in the Members' Area. Also, please be reminded that the Holiday Party will be on the evening of Friday, December 28. Mark your calendar now in anticipation of a detailed invitation in the near future.
10/30/07 - The city posted the results of Workshop #2 that was held at Pioneer High on October 2. Here is the link: http://www.eaststadiumbridges.com/Workshop2Results.aspx
10/5/07 - A DVD video of the Club's long and interesting history is now available for club members to pick up in the pro shop. There will also be a special showing at 6:30 on Monday, October 22 to precede the Annual Meeting which will start at 7:00.
10/5/07 - The October "Notes from the Rough" has been posted in the Members' Area. Highlights are the end-of-season football party on October 20, the Annual Meeting on October 22 and pro shop news (club storage and expiration of gift certificates).
10/3/07 - The city's second public workshop on the Sidewalk/Bicycle Path project was held on October 2. It was well attended by AAGOC members. No additional workshops are scheduled but our committee will remain close to the issue.
10/1/07 - The minutes from the September meeting of the Board of Directors are now available from the Club Business page in the Members' Area.

9/30/07 - In the annual Malloy Cup tournament, the Orange Team called in air support to help their cause as they defeated the Blue Team (see photo above). More photos are available on the Scrapbook page in the Members' Area.
9/28/07 - President Tony has sent out a message to all members regarding our next steps for the Sidewalk/Bike Path process. He asks that we attend the city's next meeting on Tuesday, October 2 and that we contact appropriate persons to express our opinions on the project. Details are in the Sidewalk section of the Members' Area.
9/4/07 - We have just learned that the city has created a website for the sidewalk project: http://www.eaststadiumbridges.com/. According to the website, the city's plans include public involvement and collaboration with adjacent property owners. The first public workshop is Tuesday, September 18 at 6:00 in the Pioneer High Cafeteria.
9/1/07 - Some problems with posting to the website have been overcome and the Members' Area now includes the August newsletter and the minutes from the Board meetings in July and August.
7/2/07 - The golf season is now in full swing (so to speak). The Men's Invitational is over, the Independence Day mixer is coming up and the next Men's Stag Day is on July 18. Also, it is time to start thinking about the mid-summer party on Saturday, July 28. We will have a good old American cookout along with a DJ and karaoke. The price is $20 per person and guests are welcome. A flyer will be mailed to you in your July bill.
5/13/07 - Here is the menu for the Newcomers' Party on Saturday, May 19. There still may be time to sign up if you contact John Dahl at 971-2502 or specialevents@aagoc.org.
5/9/07 - The lunch and dinner menus for the dining room have been added to the website. Also, the May "Notes from the Rough" and the minutes from the April meeting of the board have been posted. Check out these new entries on the Members' Site.
5/9/07 - The membership for 2007 is now set. Approximately 50 names were taken off the waiting list to enroll our 18 new members. The last members to join this spring had been on the list since September of 2003. Here is the current waiting list.
4/27/07 - The list of email addresses of members has been removed from the website because of problems with our server and its ability to set password protection. Contact the webmaster@aagoc.org if you need any help.
3/30/07 - The list of email addresses for members has been posted on the Members' Site. Members should check out their listing and submit updates or corrections as necessary.
3/22/07 - The printed calendar for 2007 should be mailed around the first of April.
3/10/07 - The draft season calendar for 2007 is now on line. See the link in the list at left. All the major events should be shown correctly but there may be some tweaking necessary to make the entries more understandable or the overall calendar more easily navigable. Comments in those areas are welcome. Submit comments.
3/6/07 - The latest news on the sidewalk and bicycle path issue is that the city's public meeting, scheduled for March 14 at Pioneer High, has been canceled.
2/23/07 - A page on the Members' Site has been created to post notices, documents and other information related to the city's plans to install sidewalks and bicycle paths on the north and west boundaries of the Club.
2/23/07 - We are working toward putting the season calendar on-line this year. It will be a companion to the printed version but will be accessible from internet and can be updated. Check the progress on this project by clicking the "2007 Season Calendar" Link in the column at left.
1/31/07 - This is the last day for members to submit their 2007 dues in order to avoid a late fee. After March 1, memberships that have not been renewed may be terminated. Candidates near the top of the waiting list (see article from 10/23/06 below) can expect to be contacted in the next month or two. Thanks to all who have submitted an email address. We now have about 350 of them representing all but a few dozen members. Please keep us up to date as your contact information changes. Click here to send in an update.
1/10/07 - The Membership Application is now on-line in the Members' Area.
1/4/07 - Dues bills for the 2007 season have been mailed out. Remember, your dues must be paid in full by January 31. Also, please make sure to include your email address(es) with your payment. The Club is working toward a greater level of electronic communications to improve timeliness and save money on printing, postage and labor.
12/15/06 - The Holiday Party will be in the Clubhouse on Wednesday, Dec. 27 from 6-9pm. The price of $20 per person includes an extensive menu, cocktails and other beverages. Guests are welcome. Valet parking will be available. Contact John Dahl at specialevents@aagoc.org or 971-2502 to sign up. The deadline is December 20.
10/23/06 - Here is an update on the waiting list for new members. The class of new members joining in the spring of 2007 will have been on the list since as long ago as September 2002.
10/17/06 - The Annual Meeting on October 16 went well despite the power outage.
10/10/06 - Annual Meeting to be held in the Dining Room at 6:30 on Monday, October 16. Hear reports from the Board members! Vote on the candidates! Ask questions! Offer suggestions! All members are encouraged to attend.
10/9/06 - Tailgate Party canceled (due to lack of interest). As a result, the dining room will be open during regular hours on Saturday, Oct. 14. You can still watch the game on the "small screen" in the Malloy Lounge.
9/5/06 - Tailgate Party! The Michigan football team is headed to Penn State for a Saturday night game on Saturday Oct. 14th. We are planning to watch the game on a big screen TV at the Club. Beer, wine and soft drinks will be provided as well as a tailgate-style buffet of brats, chicken, burgers, etc. The party will start at 7:00 (one hour before kickoff). The price is $25 per person. Guests are welcome. You can register by sending an email to specialevents@aagoc.org, by calling John Dahl at 971-2502 or leaving you name at the club. Let John know if you have any questions. GO BLUE!
8/23/06 - The Couples Invitational Tournament was won by Greg & Pat Aquinto with their guests, Chris & Mike Patrick. Congratulations to all these winners and thanks to the photo skills of Brian Stange!
8/22/06 - Here is some news on two recent golf events:
	(above) The Old Hickory Tournament was won by Mark Haas, John Simpkins (Jr. & Sr.), Bob Conlin and Ira Mark. (left) Steve and Julie Canham are champs of the Couples League.
8/11/06 - There will be a Football Party at the Club on Saturday October 14th at 8:00 p.m. to watch the Michigan- Penn State game on the big screen. John Dahl will have details and sign-up info later but please mark your calendars now. Also, Jason's Lobsterfest II will be coming up shortly. His first lobster dinner featured whole lobsters and was successful. This one will feature lobster tails. Make your reservations through Monday, August 21 for meals from the 23rd through the 26th.
7/14/06 - The Entry Form for the Old Hickory Tournament on is now available as a .pdf file. Click here. Here are the basics: Wednesday August 16, 2006 Each five-person team must have two AAGO members $70 per person 11:15 am - Lunch Buffet 12:30 pm - Shotgun Start 6:00 pm - Dinner and Prize Presentation Also, here is more info on the Summer Party: It will be a Caribbean Pig Roast and will be held on Saturday, July 22 (the last day of the Art Fairs) from 6-10pm. We will have a DJ who offers karaoke in addition to great dance music. The cost is $30 per person. You may also bring guests. Casual attire or costumes are welcome. Register by email to specialevents@aagoc.org . Any questions? Contact John Dahl at 971-2502.
6/27/06 - Here are the highlights of a message sent recently to all members who have submitted their email address: 1. The Independence Day Mixer has been changed from Monday, July 3 to Tuesday, July 4. It seems many members will be working on Monday. 2. The end of June is this Friday. If you haven't yet used your minimum in the dining room, please don't wait until the last day. Reservations are recommended. Speaking of the dining room, it will be open this weekend on Saturday and Sunday and closed Monday as usual. It will also be closed on Tuesday, July 4 although members playing in the mixer that day will get a meal as part of that event. 3. The Mid-summer party is coming up on Saturday, July 22 (the last night of the Art Fairs). Details on theme and price will be posted soon.
6/21/06 - Calendar update. The telephone number for the tennis house as printed in the calendar is incorrect. The correct number is 668-8892.
6/1/06 - Golf News! We still need more people to sign up for the Member - Member Tournament on the weekend of June 10-11. You need not have a partner in advance. Just call the pro shop and they will match you up. Also, the Annual Invitational scheduled for June 22, 23 & 24 is in jeopardy. We need more participants. Like for the Member-Member, call the pro shop for your options.
5/12/06 - There is still time to sign up for the Newcomers' Party. You have until Wednesday, May 17. See the article below for contact info. The menu will be mostly new this year and include mini carved prime rib sandwiches, shrimp cocktail, meatballs, four passed dishes as well as sautéed calamari and chicken. In addition, we will be using the Club's new chocolate fountain.
4/27/06 - Reminder that the Newcomers' Party is Saturday, May 20. Get your reservations in to John Dahl at 971-2502 or by email to specialevents@aagoc.org. John is also forming a committee to work on Special Events. You can also offer your help for that when you make your reservations.
4/27/06 - The May "Notes from the Rough" has been posted in the Members' Area. Click on that link at the left side of this page.
4/19/06 - This message is a reminder that the New Members' Orientation scheduled for 7:00 on Tuesday, May 9 at the club is not just for new members. It is open to all who want to hear from the board members and the staff. It will be a good refresher for all and an easy way to gather a wide range of information should you be considering service on the board. No reservations are required.
4/15/06 - Brian has submitted the following items. Pease get with him (brian@aagoc.org or 663-4044) if you have any questions or inputs: 1. Please check your calendars for possible mistakes. Brian will be sending out a note with corrections and updates. 2. Please make your reservations early for the Mothers' Day brunch. 3. There are still a few spots left in the Couples' League. 4. Please don't wait until the end of the month to use up your food minimum. 5. There are lockers in the Malloy Lounge available for rent. 6. The Pro Shop is now open and there is a big sale going on. Also, the above information has been sent directly to members who have been on the email list plus everyone who has recently submitted the pink cards enclosed with the calendar packet. If you would like to be added to the list, please send an email to webmaster@aagoc.org
1/24/06 - Reminder on basketball parking. Please heed the instructions of the attendant at the triangle as we try to maximize the number of cars we can park. Some members have been taking up more than one place in an attempt to prevent getting blocked in. With a little attention to the attendant and some patience after the game, we can accommodate many more members.
1/21/06 - Another feature of the 2006 season: the Couples' League will be on Sunday afternoon at 4:00 with a shotgun start.
1/20/06 - The year 2005 is now history and we can start to look ahead to the 2006 season. The first item of business is to pay our dues. This message will remind you that your dues payment must be postmarked by January 31 to avoid a late charge. Other items of interest in this off-season can found in the Board Minutes available from the Members' Area. Hint: the December meeting includes the total revenues from football parking and status reports on upgrading the Angell House and building the new restroom.
12/6/05 - Because of the U-M's bowl game and basketball schedule, we have moved up the Holiday party from Dec. 28 to Tuesday, December 27. A mailed invitation with reply card will be going out to each member shortly but here is the info you need to know: 6-9pm, guests are welcome, cocktails and snacks will be served, valet parking will be available. $25 per person. You can make your reservations by email to specialevents@aagoc.org.
		Only about four months to go until we are able to play golf and tennis again....
10/24/05 - Due to lack of registrations (only a couple dozen prospective attendees), the end-of-season party was canceled. Note that the dining room closes for the season after serving on Friday and the pro shop closes after the weekend. The next club event is the Holiday party scheduled for Tuesday, December 28. Invitations will be coming to you by mail in early December.
10/17/05 - The annual meeting drew about 50-60 members. In addition to reports from all the various areas of the club, three new directors were elected; Patty Hagopian for Dining, Doug Brinkman for Finance and John Dahl for Special Events.
10/13/05 - The invitation you received with your October bill was incorrect. We will be meeting in the Dining Room. Also, the Nominating Committee was made up of Allen Patrick, Tom Wilkins and Mary Anne Hudge. Please mention this change to other members you may meet between now and Monday since they may not have heard. Sorry for the error. See you Monday at 6:30 in the Dining Room!
10/12/05 - The October newsletter and September board minutes have been posted in the Members' Area. The Annual Meeting will be in the dining room at 6:30 on Monday, Oct. 17. The season-ending event will be a Las Vegas Party from 7:00-11:00 on Saturday, October 29. Here is the flyer on the event as a .pdf file.
9/12/05 - Reply postcards for the 9/24 Tailgate Party are being mailed out with the current bills. Here is the flyer on the event as a .pdf file. You will also receive a write-up in the September "Notes from the Rough" which will be mailed to you soon. Also, the End-of-Season Party on Saturday, October 29 will have a Las Vegas theme so start now to hone your skills in Blackjack, Roulette, Texas Hold 'em and other casino games. You will have a chance for big prizes. Halloween costumes will be optional.
8/27/05 - Email Upate #11 was emailed out today. Its topics include the Tailgate Party on September 24, the End-of-Season party, parking passes, annual meeting, sign up for golf, etc. If you did not receive the message but would like to be included in the future, please contact John White. The full text of the update is posted in the Members Area.
7/14/05 - Email Update #10 has been sent out electronically to some 200 members. News items include the upcoming "Music and Moonlight" party on Saturday, July 23 (sign up soon!), dates for future events, e.g., the Annual Meeting, the End-of-season Party and the Holiday Party, and an advance copy of the July Notes from the Rough.
6/18/05 - The tennis season is now officially underway with the opening of our new courts. New nets have also been installed. Check your calendar for the days and times to get together. Everyone is welcome to play.
6/17/05 - Here is a drawing of a restroom/shelter envisioned to replace the current porta-potties and wooden gazebo next to the ninth tee. The decision to go ahead with its construction will be based on the financial outcome of the football parking season.
		5/30/05 - Congratulations to Lisa, Tom, Sarah and Mary Anne. They were the winners of the Memorial Day Mixer. Click on the photo for a larger view. Use the Back or Return button to return.
5/28/05 - The second Couples' League event is Wednesday, June 1. Results and tee times are in the Members' Area of the website. Once in, go to the Activities and Events page and then to Mixed Golf.
5/27/05 - The season is off to a great start. The New Member Orientation class trained two dozen "students," the dining room served 300 meals on Mothers' Day, Men's Opening Day drew 55 golfers, Ladies' Opening Day had 56 players and the Newcomers' Party had 116 attendees.
4/22/05 - Unfortunately, the tennis courts will not kick off the season with the rest of the club's facilities. They are being replaced this year starting on May 6 with a scheduled completion date of June 15. Tennis players may want to consider using the courts at Burns Park or Pioneer High until our new courts are completed. Sorry for the inconvenience.
4/20/05 - The dining room opens for the season with lunch on Tuesday May 3. In general, reservations are encouraged. You can make your reservations by telephone at 663-4044 and press 3 to leave a voicemail. You can also send an email to diningroom@aagoc.org. Reservations by email will be a new feature this year. If you reserve by email, Jackie promises a confirmation message to help make sure the program gets off the ground properly.
4/12/05 - The 2005 season is upon us! The calendars have been mailed. The course is ready. The Pro Shop opens on 4/15 and the dining room opens on 5/3. The New Member Orientation is Wednesday, 5/4 and the Newcomer's Party is Saturday, May 14. Details and more information can be found in the April Notes from the Rough found in the Members Area. Click on that link in the column at left.
3/19/05 - The weather is still not ready but the waiting list is up-to-date. We have accepted twenty-four new regular members and three proxies. Each of these new members has been on the list for four or five years. The total list now stands at 164.
2/25/05 - The Women's Golf Guide has been posted on the Women's Golf page within the Members Area of this website. Click on the Members Area button in the menu at left.
2/25/05 - The snow will soon be gone and the season will get under way with about two dozen (wow, big class!) new members. Some key dates to know right now are: April 5 - the calendar packets will be mailed to all members April 15 - the Pro Shop opens May 1 - the Dining Room opens May 4 (Wednesday evening) - Newcomers' Orientation (everyone welcome) May 14 (Saturday evening) - Newcomers' Party Note: After this large class of new members is inducted, we will post the new waiting list. Check back here in late March or April.
1/2/04 - In addition to playing more golf, another good New Year's resolution would be to ensure your dues payment is in by the end of January.
12/28/04 - A total of 105 members and their guests enjoyed an evening of fellowship, food and fun at the 2004 Holiday Party. A few photos are below. The chocolate fountain (lower left photo) was a big hit.


12/2/04 - Brian Stange has announced that the Pro Shop will be open from 5-9pm on December 4, 5,9,10 and 11. He is offering an extra 20% off with free gift wrapping and a golf lesson with every purchase. Stop by!
12/1/04 - The 2004 Holiday Party will be Tuesday, December 28 from 6:00 to 9:00. Invitations will be going out in the mail early in December.
10/18/04 - The 2004 Annual Meeting was held in the Dining Room and was well-attended. The draft minutes will be posted on the Member's Site.
10/12/04 - Unfortunately, the End-of-Season party had to be canceled due to a low number of reservations.
10/5/04 - Our End-of-Season Party is Saturday, October 16. This informal event, “An Evening of Folk Music,” will get under way at 7:00 and will include snacks, beer, wine, soft drinks and entertainment by “Katie Geddes and the Usual Suspects.” Katie and her group will be playing contemporary and traditional folk and country/folk music. Details and a reservation postcard were in the September newsletter. $15 per person. Guests are welcome. Sign up by Monday, Oct. 11. Contact John White at 662-9873 if you have any questions or if you want to sign up.
10/3/04 - The third annual Malloy Cup Matches ended with a 35-30 victory for Team Burgundy. A total of 52 players competed in what is fast becoming a classic end-of-season event. A special feature of this year's contest was a spectacular scoreboard.

10/1/04 - The membership waiting list has not been posted recently but the one from before this year's new members is available. As you review the list, note that the first forty or so names have either joined the club or otherwise left the list. Those who have put their names on the list in the last year will see their names appear when the latest list is posted here, probably this fall or winter.
9/30/04 - The latest "Notes from the Rough" and Board Minutes are posted in the Member's Area. Highlights include golf and bridge winners, the end-of-season party on October 16 and the Annual meeting on Monday, October 18 (6:30 pm in the dining room).
8/3/04 - These two reminders came out of the Board Meeting on August 2: Proper attire must be worn by all members, both on the course and in the dining room. Details are in the printed calendar under "Course Rules" but note that blue jeans are specifically prohibited. The other rule is that members are not allowed in the kitchen, primarily due to safety and health concerns. If you need something or want to see Jason or Jackie, please ask a waitperson to help.
7/25/04 - The Club's midsummer party, "Sentimental Journey" saw 95 members and guests treated to a jukebox filled with songs from before 1960, a buffet dinner and live entertainment by Etcetera, a seven voice musical troupe. Their repertoire included old standards and several amusing numbers. Ideas for a theme for the end-of-year party on Saturday, October 16 are welcome. One suggestion so far is for an old-fashioned "Sock Hop" as many of us recall from our high school days. Please contact John White if you have some thoughts.
7/2/04 - The Women's Golf Invitational will be Wednesday, July 28. It will be a nine hole scramble. Sign up alone or bring up to three guests. All players must have a current GAM handicap. See the sign-up sheet on the bulletin board for details.
7/1/04 - Euchre will be suspended due to the lack of interest in the first two sessions. Please contact John White if you want to play and have suggestions on how we might revive the activity.
6/21/04 - Special Events for July have been announced. The theme for the Mid-summer Party on Saturday, July 24 (the last day of the Art Fairs) is "Sentimental Journey." See the bulletin board for details or print out your own flyer. It is in .pdf format (158K). Also, the invitation will be included in the mailing of the July newsletter.
6/16/04 - Euchre is underway for 2004. The next evening is Tuesday, June 29.
6/12/04 - The 2004 Member-Member Tournament included almost players and resulted in fun for all participants, especially the winners.

6/4/04 - The Dining Room menu is now available online as a .pdf file. It is 329K in size so a high-speed connection is recommended.
6/1/04 - The June issue of "Notes from the Rough" has been mailed and is available on-line in the Member's Area. Highlights include the listing of recent golf and bridge winners and the upcoming openings for three new board members.
5/31/04 - Euchre is back for the summer! Join us for for fun and fellowship every other Tuesday evening beginning June 15. We will be in the Malloy Lounge from 7:00 to about 9:00. Bring a friend or two if you wish. No experience needed. instruction will be available.
5/31/04 - Players in the Memorial Day Mixer dodged the raindrops and enjoyed a barbeque buffet. The winners and the scoreboard are below. Click each for a larger view, then use the "Back" button on your browser to return here.

5/21/04 - The Club By-Laws have been posted on the Member's Area of this website. You might want to review them in case you want to propose changes in time for them to be addressed at our annual meeting in October.
5/19/04 - The field at the Men's Steak and Golf event included 44 players. Here's the scoreboard. Note that it took ten under par to win despite a modified scramble format where no one's shot could be used twice in a row.
5/15/04 - The Newcomer's Party drew a total of 150, including a substantial percentage of our new members. Revelers dined on cheeses, fruit, meatballs, stuffed mushrooms, meat kabobs and some very fabulous shrimp. A sheet cake topped off the evening. Thanks to Rick, Jackie, Jason and the rest of the staff for a great evening.

5/14/04 - Opening Day Golf Events were very successful. The men's tournament drew 60 players on May 8. Here are the champs and the scoreboard (click for a larger view of either). The women also had a good turnout on May13.
5/7/04 - The Newcomers' Party is Saturday, May 15. If you are planning to attend, please send in your postcard no later than Saturday, May 8 or contact John White at specialevents@aagoc.org by Monday, May 10. The New Member Orientation Class on May 5 drew about 25 new members and most of the Board. In addition to the usual administrative topics, attendees were treated to an interesting presentation on club history by Ralph Daily and Art Gallagher. Copies of the History Book are available in the Pro Shop.
5/4/04 - Counting, regulars, proxies, social and advanced tennis, we have 40 new memberships this year, totaling about 75 persons. If you are one of these new members, or are just interested, please join us at 7:00 on Wednesday, May 5 in the Johnny Malloy Lounge for a New Member Orientation Class. You will hear from Board Members and staff on the history, organization and operation of the Club. Q&A and a tour will follow.
5/3/04 - Our golf course is recovering from the ravages of winter and the football season. Russ has a number of sensitive areas roped off. Please honor those barriers. Thanks
5/1/04 - Calendar packets were sent out to members in early April. If you didn't receive one (perhaps you are a recent new member or a current member who has had a change of address), please stop by the Pro Shop. Copies of the new edition of the history book are also there for pickup.
4/14/04 - The Club calendar for May is now available. Click on the words "Club Calendar" in the column at left.
		4/2/04 - At left is photo of what will greet you as enter the parking lot this season. We are hoping that this sign will prevent confusion between us and that OTHER golf club next door!
3/29/04 - The pins are in! Let the golf season begin but please avoid vulnerable areas on the course, especially around the tees and greens. The pro shop opens on Thursday, April 15. The dining room opens on Saturday, May 1. The calendar packets are on schedule for mailout in early April.
3/8/04 - Here is a stream of news tidbits from the recent Board meeting: The Club is in good financial shape, there will be some new painting and wallpapering touches in the clubhouse, the course will have new scorecards, please stay off the greens and tees until Russ installs the pins, we have updated the Club's history book, Good Time Charley's will be back starting May 1 and with a dedicated dining room manager, prepare to greet 17 new members on May 15.
2/22/04 - Plans are well underway for the new season! The schedule is in the final stages and it appears we will have at about 16 new members. Look for the packet containing the calendar/roster and other information to be in your mailbox in early April.
1/26/04 - Although the club is club is closed during the winter, members of your Board of Directors are on the job year-round. The Board meets on the first Monday of each month. Minutes from past meetings are posted on the Members' Site. Go to the Club Business page and click on Meeting Minutes.
1/6/04 - Brian Stange, our new golf pro and operations manager, has been working closely with Bob Caron to make the transition as smooth as possible. Brian has agreed to carry over unclaimed gift certificates from Bob's Golf Shop. He has also hired Joel Clewis as an assistant pro. Brian and Joel worked together at the Links of Lake Erie. Don Fitzgerald, the pro shop attendant on Mondays last year, will be returning for the 2004 season. Steve Smith, Bob's assistant last year, has taken a job at Whispering Pines in Pinckney.
1/5/04 - A good resolution for the new year is to pay your dues on time. Dues bills were mailed out in December. Your payment must be in by the end of January to avoid a late fee. After the end of February, delinquent members could lose their place in the club.
12/29 - The Holiday Party was a great success. A total of 125 enjoyed four types of paté, smoked salmon, tuna tar tare, veggies and a wide range of beverages. Entertainment was provided by a sextet from the Community High Jazz Program. The next major Special Event will be the Newcomers' Party in May.
12/13 - 'tis the season! Not only for the Holiday Party (see below) but also for the mailing of dues bills. You can expect yours shortly. Payment is due by the end of the January.
12/6 - Invitations for the Holiday Party on Sunday, Dec. 28 will be mailed shortly. Note that the date is day is a day later than the one in your printed calendar so as to avoid conflict with a UM basketball game. Also, the starting time will be 5:00 rather than 6:00. The cocktail party format with valet parking will be the same as past years.
12/2 - Bob Caron, our pro for the past half dozen years, has accepted a job as Head Pro and General Manager at the Naples Golf and Country Club in his home state of Maine. His successor will be Brian Stange of Ann Arbor, also a PGA professional. Brian will be coming to us from the Links at Lake Erie in Monroe. We wish Bob the very best for his return home and are looking forward to the continuation and enhancement of programs at our club with Brian.
		10/27 - Note this sign and be forewarned. Your car can be towed! There were several times this season when members were parking under these signs. The driveway is a fire lane. The fire marshal has threatened to fine the club, not to mention the risk to the clubhouse if the fire engines can't get close to it.
10/20 - Our Annual Meeting. Mary Anne Hudge takes over from Monica Knowles as President. Allen Patrick is Vice-president.		Monica conducts the meeting. We had 50-60 attendees.

10/16 - Here's our waiting list. After 28 members were welcomed for the 2003, the list went down to 142. This summer, another three dozen added their names. An updated list will be posted here after the "class of 2004" is welcomed. Note: new members joining this year were on the list at least five years.
10/15 - Although the 2003 season is over, we will get a head start on 2004 with the Holiday Party on Sunday, December 28 at 5:00. Invitations will be mailed in early December. Note that the date has been changed from the one in your printed calendar.
10/14 - The season is almost over (sigh). The Malloy Cup was won by the Blue team, a total of 83 members enjoyed the End-of-Season Party and the dining room closes after serving meals on Friday, October 17. Nevertheless, we will have one more chance for fellowship at the Annual Meeting on Monday, October 20 at 7:00. It will be in the Little Theater at Pioneer High. Enter through the big set of doors at the east end of the building.
10/4 - The October issue of "Notes from the Rough" has been mailed out. You can read it on-line in the members' site. Wine-tasting on September 19 drew almost 50
9/6 - The September issue of "Notes from the Rough" has been mailed out. You can read it on-line in the members' site. Big events coming up are the ladies' closing golf tournament, wine-tasting, the Malloy cup and the end-of-season party. The Annual Meeting will be Monday, October 20 at Pioneer High.
8/24 - In the annual golf tournament, Jean Mate and Phil Bowen repeated as club champions. Details will be coming out in the September newsletter.
8/22 - GTC catering, our food service provider, will be sharing their culinary expertise with the public on the fourth tee on football Saturdays. They call it "Gameday Grill." They are offering a special "meal card" for club members. Here is a flyer. See Sharon, Jason or Ryan to purchase one.
8/16 - There are two events of note coming up in September. One is the Ladies' Closing Golf Luncheon on Thursday, 9/18. The time is 8:00 for coffee and rolls, shotgun start for nine holes at 8:30 followed by lunch. The price will be $20. Non-golfers are welcome to join us for lunch. Check for a sign-up sheet soon. The other event is Wine-tasting on Friday evening, 9/19. We will sample the products of Tabor Hill winery. Plan to stay for dinner. Look for a sign-up sheet soon.
8/13 - Your parking pass for football and basketball is ready for pickup in the pro shop.
8/3 - The August issue of "Notes from the Rough" has been mailed out. You can read it on-line in the members' site.
7/29 - Dining Room hours for Sundays in August are noon to 4:00pm
7/28 - Upcoming special events are: "Euchre at the Club" on Tuesday, July 29 at 7:00 in the Malloy Lounge Wine-tasting on Friday, September 19 (tentative) "End of the Year" Party on Saturday, October 11.
7/27 - The bus trip to Cedar Point planned for August 20 has been canceled due to lack of interest. Maybe next year...
7/26 - The Midsummer Party with the theme of "Barbershop and Barbeque" drew 51 attendees who were treated to the strains of "Lida Rose," other old-time favorites and a delightful parody of "Yesterday."
7/3 - The July issue of "Notes from the Rough" has been mailed out. Included are flyers on the Women's Dinner, Mid-Summer Party and an outing to Cedar Point. Copies of the newsletter are available on-line in the members' site. A new item for the calendar is another Euchre Night on Tuesday, July 29 at 7:00.
6/17 - The second evening of "Euchre at the Club" drew sixteen players. We will try it again on Tuesday, July 1 at 7:00. Everyone (including a guest or two) is welcome. No experience necessary. Contact John White with any questions.
6/6 - The June issue of "Notes from the Rough" has been mailed out. The deadline to sign up for the men's golf invitational is now June 9. Copies of the newsletter are available on-line in the members' site. The first "Euchre at the Club" event on June 3 was enjoyed by a dozen members. The next one is Tuesday, June 17 at 7:00. Give it a try! No reservations necessary.
5/30 - Email Update #1 went out to about 100 club members who have submitted their addresses. Sign up on the members' site.
5/28 - After 28 new members were welcomed for 2003, our waiting list has settled down to a total of 142. Members joining this year were on the list five years or more.
5/27 - The 2003 edition of the "Women's Golf Guide" has been posted on the Women's Golf page in the Activities and Events section of the Members' Site.
5/24 - We are off to a good start with a number of successful events (Golf Opening Days, Newcomers' Party and the first Men's Golf and Steak). Coming up is the Memorial Day Mixer. A new event not on your printed calendar is "Euchre Night at the Club." It will be an experiment on Tuesday, June 3 at 7:00 and then again exactly two weeks later. Everyone is welcome. Instructions will be available. We should have fun for all skill levels.
5/10 - The May issue of "Notes from the Rough" has been mailed out along with an entry form for the Men's Invitational on June 27-28. Copies of the newsletter are available on-line in the members' site.
5/7 - The golf season gets into full swing with the Men's and Women's Opening Days later this week. Tom Hamel, our board member for Grounds, asked us to remember a few basics of course courtesy: 1. Leave the rakes in the traps 2. Don't walk up the face of the bunkers 3. On the green, repair your ball mark and one other 4. Repair/replace your divots Thanks! See you on the course.
4/19 - The first Saturday of the 2003 season brought out quite a few golfers. Bob has a good stock of equipment and clothing. He also has Steve Smith, shown at right, joining the staff. Adam and Don are returning from last year.
4/12 - The club calendar is going on-line. Stop by on occasion or refer to our monthly newsletter, "Notes from the Rough," for updates to the printed calendar that was mailed to members at the start of the season.
4/7 - The good news is that the golf course opens on April 15. The bad news is that the clubhouse looks like this (photo at right) on April 7. Keep your fingers crossed. p.s. members should receive their 2003 calendars later this week.
4/5 - The April edition of "Notes from the Rough" is now available on the Members' site. Articles include a list of new members, the calendar for May and reports of the last tennis and golf events of 2002.
		3/4 - Despite this photo of 3/3, spring is just around the corner. At a board meeting that night, we learned that there will be over two dozen new members this year. The annual calendar packet will be going out to everyone in early April. The Newcomers' Party will be Saturday, 5/17.
12/28 - The Holiday Party drew a total of 144 members and guests to a beautifully decorated clubhouse with a wide range of delicious hors d'oeuvres. A special feature were "floral" bouquets that were really sculpted vegetables. The exciting news for the evening was that Good Time Charley's will return to our dining room for 2003. Photos from the party are posted in the Scrapbook section on the Members site.
12/18 - Dues bills have gone out. Your payment is due by the end of January. Don't forget to cast your vote on the new class of membership.
12/3 - News from the Board: Dues bills will be mailed out in mid-December.
11/18/02 - Although the outdoor season is over, the annual meeting has been held and the course is recovering from football parking, we can still look ahead to the Holiday Party. It will be held on Saturday, December 28 from 6-8 pm. Hors d'oeuvres and cocktails will be served. Valet parking will be available. Mailed invitations should arrive the first week in December. Contact John White if you would like to sign up or have ideas, suggestions or an interest in helping out.
9/29/02 - The Club needs new golf scorecards for next year. Here are some candidate photos.
9/18/02 - Photos from the Club Tournament, Ladies' Golf Banquet and the Octoberfest party have been posted in the Scrapbook section on the Members site.
9/4/02 - The September edition of "Notes from the Rough" is now available on the Members' site. Articles include Golf and Bridge winners, two day golf invitational?, clubhouse rental and the annual meeting 10/14. See who shot a hole-in-one.
8/29/02 - Photos from the Old Hickory Tournament have been posted in the Scrapbook section on the Members site.
		Above: Work has begun on the new retaining wall on the 2nd tee. At left: Where on the course does this smiling old gent look kindly on golfers? Click here if you know. (9/3) - Steve Canham had the answer. He overlooks the 3rd tee.
8/7/02 - The August edition of "Notes from the Rough" is now available on the Members' site and click on the Club Business page. The August issue includes results of recent tournaments and information about parking permits for football.
7/27/02 - Photos from the Independence Day Golf Mixer and the Men's Golf Summer Stag Day have been posted in the Scrapbook section on the Members site.
7/3/02 - The July edition of "Notes from the Rough" is now available on the Members' site and click on the Club Business page. The July issue includes results of recent tournaments, a notice that take-out food is available and the need to fill a current board position for tennis. Note that the "Return to Margaritaville" party will be Saturday, July 27.
6/20/02 - Appetizers can now be served in the Johnny Malloy Lounge.
Our newsletter, "Notes from the Rough," is now available on-line. Go to the Members' site and click on the Club Business page. From there, you can get the news. Among other topics, the June issue includes results of recent tournaments, an alert to openings on the board, a reminder about not parking on the grass.
The menu from our dining room has been posted on the Members' site Go to the Building and Grounds page and click on Dining Room.
The Club is going more electronic and we need your help! We are trying to gather up email addresses so that we can communicate more quickly and efficiently. If you use your email regularly, please click here to register. Thanks.
The tennis courts have been refinished for this season and play has begun. Come out and join us! See the Tennis page on the Members' site for details.
Our Scrapbook is beginning to take shape. It is located on the Members' site. Latest additions include photos from the Newcomers' Party and recent Men's Golf events.		Wanted: Roving Reporters. The new Scrapbook section could use some coverage of the Club's bridge and tennis activities plus ladies' golf in order to be complete. Contact the webmaster for details.
		Rocks have been placed in the planted areas in the parking lots to protect the trees and bushes. Please be careful when turning in and backing out.
This page was last updated on 10/27/2008

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