"HAPPY NEW YEAR"

A great big thank you to all participating members for making the 2024 Richmond Chapter a success. We get better every year - especially when we get input from YOU! 

The Ice Bowl  

What a wonderful way to close out the year. "The Ice Bowl" really lived up to its "rippin’ rep" and although freezing cold, it was a great day to see so many folks.  And so thankful for our friends at CWGA for enjoying the day with us.

Congratulations to all the Ice Bowl winners! Click HERE for results.



Looking ahead to 2025 - We’d love to get to know YOU!

Come join us for these social events:  

Get some fresh air - Walk down to Ancarrow’s Landing

Saturday, Jan 11th at 10am. We'll walk the RVA Floodwall down to Ancarrow’s Landing and a Stroll over Potterfield Bridge! You'll see why this 4.5 mile walk is so popular. Afterwards we'll meet for lunch at a Mexican restaurant. Consider joining us for lunch if you don't walk.

Reserve your spot! Hiking details HERE

Email Lissa Smith: goaus03@yahoo.com no later than Thursday, Jan. 9^th.

Break Out Bowling - River City Roll

Thursday Jan 23rd at 6:45pm - 8:45pm. ~$6 a person. Super fun vibe w/food & drinks available. Learn more and sign up HERE.

• Members can register themselves or themselves and a guest. The more the merrier!

Bend your elbow at Wood & Iron - Short Pump

Thursday Jan 30th at 5:30pm. No need to sign up--just grab a friend and come out. Look for the LPGA Amateur Sign when you come in!

We’d also love any other ideas; if you wish to organize something, please call/text Genny at 804-928-4638 or email geebee8101@gmail.com. We'd love your input!  

Here's to 2025 and our New Year's Resolutions!!  

"January is the perfect balance between winter's stillness and the new year's potential."

Renewal Time - Don't miss out.

All 2024 memberships expired on 12/31/24. You have until the end of March to renew at the cheaper regular rate before being charged the rejoin rate.  So far, 25% of our 148 members have renewed.  You must be current in your dues in order to register for events in Golf Genius and participate in Chapter events in 2025.

• It's easy to renew! Click HERE to renew your membership for 2025!  
• And don't forget the Member Get a Member PROMOTION

It's easy to JOIN OUR CHAPTER - Click HERE

Got questions?  Feel free to reach out to Linda Tissiere, Membership Director, for help with renewing or becoming a new member.  ltissiere@gmail.com

JANUARY & FEBRUARY CALENDAR

January: Three Social Events listed above in GENNY'S GIMMES

February: Save the Dates:

• Thursday, Feb 20th - Watch Party, hosted by Christii Watkins. Watch LPGA Pro's virtual putting lessons then test out the drills on an indoor putting mat. Beverages, hors d'oeuvres and good times are on the menu!

• Tuesday, Feb 18th - Top Golf half-off game play. Time based on interest (2,4 or 6pm). Contact Christii at cwatkinsgolf@gmail.com by 2/3 so time can be established.

• Saturday, Feb 22th - Slabs to Cabs Jewelry Party, hosted by Lisa Cummings & Jean Grunwald. Experience the “hands-on” process of turning raw stones into lovely cabochons (a type of polished gemstone). Also Wire Wrapping techniques where you discover how to turn a simple piece of wire and a couple of gemstones into beautiful pieces you can wear anywhere.

You're Invited to "Sips & Tips!"

Join our friends at the DC Chapter by Zoom for 3 great learning opps! Just $3 each.

• January 7 - Floor Pilates - Deb Herman, certified instructor
• January 28 - Shadow Golf - Linda Gaudi, LPGA/PGA instructor
• February 18 - Rules Refresher - Jim Graham, Rules official

Reserve your seats for the 7pm online sessions HERE

Silent Auctions - The time is now & we need your help, please!

The Kick-off Luncheon Committee is urgently seeking donations to support our upcoming event! As we prepare to gather on January 16th to review contributions, we urge you to register your interest as soon as possible.

We are seeking in-kind donations valued at over $500, which will directly benefit our two chosen charities (Girl's Program at First Tee of Richmond, Adaptive Golf program at Sheltering Arms). Examples of these high-value donations can include items such as 2 Washington Commander tickets valued at $525 or a brand-new off-road bicycle with a retail value of 1,500. 

Additionally, to support our Chapter directly, we invite artisans, crafters, Etsy sellers, and business owners to contribute by donating items or baskets of their handcrafted products for auction. This is a wonderful opportunity to showcase your talent and promote your business. For instance, you might donate a basket of personal products from Jane Doe's Bath Bar or handmade woodworking pieces from our member Mary Doe.

Together, we can create a kick-off luncheon and your support can make a tangible difference - let's come together to make our kick-off a resounding success!

Register your interest ASAP or by 1/16 when we meet to review responses. 

Email Joan Harrison at joaniegail@mac.com or Terri Potts at terrilmpotts@gmail.com  

Just because Jack Frost nips at your ankles during the winter doesn't mean you have to put your clubs away! 



Click the LEARN link at virtualcommunity.lpgaamateurs.com to access several modules that discuss player improvement tips such as “Beginner Golf” or “How Low Can You Go.”

It may be cold outside, but, baby, you’re inside sharpening your sticks!

KICKOFF SEASON 2025 - THE DATE IS SET!

Saturday, April 5th: 12pm- 4pm is our kick-off luncheon at Stonehenge Golf & Country Club.

Golf Clinic in 2025, What say ye?

2 question survey - help us set up the clinics you're most interested in!

Survey HERE

2024/2025 Chapter Sponsorships are now OPEN!  

Get in early!  Are you a business owner, decision maker, or know of someone that can benefit from continual exposure to over 140 female golfers and 340+ monthly Chapter newsletter subscribers as retail customers? Click here to see sponsorship levels + special event opportunities, and WHOM to contact.

Morning League Play

What can we do to get you out there with us next spring? Introduce fun play formats? Get Terri Potts to make more chocolate scones? Have fewer "Brazillian Putts" (they just shave the edge)?!

What would make a difference to YOU? Tell us! Email: sycamoreamleague@outlook.com.

"Fried Egg" in the bunker? Now what?

Check out this USGA video for several options regarding your breakfast fried egg! Click HERE

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