Funny story: When I was a second grader and went after school to Yiddish shul we performed a Purim play and for years I always thought I played the role of Queen Esther until decades later when I looked at the photos and saw I was one of her attendants. The Club began as a recreation facility associated with a nearby resort hotel called the Gedney Farm Hotel. A. Tuesday through Sunday, Mornings and Afternoons the following attire is permitted in the dining and bar areas: Casual Attire, Golf and appropriate Tennis Attire. I agree with what others have said about how hard as a young teen it would have been to know what to say or how to respond in the moment, and even as adults there are times we dont know how to handle those situations. 914.764.5771 914.723.6000 Where the Masters was conceived and the US Open broke Phil Mickelsons heart. Its practically part of our DNA. Of course for our own self-survival we must develop protective armor. Silence. How does one prepare for such micro and macro aggressions? In 1921 the Club purchased its property from Gedney Farm Hotel and changed its name to Westchester Hills Golf Club. Me: Karl Marx wrote about country clubs? NYAC is in the city and not as hard to join. Tillinghast course has some of the most pronounced elevation changes in Westchester golf. My children and family experienced antisemitism in school and in our town only 10 years ago. It was here that the first national amateur championship was played, not to mention the first national Open tournament that included professionals. It is obvious now. A public course and two private ventures followed (and failed) until, in 1965, the current club was founded. For the world? I've not played it, but I've heard good things. The men might The second PGA Championship in Westchester was held at Pelham Country Club in 1923. If she viewed me as the other, as different, how could she not see that Superman epitomized the concept of otherness? Im ashamed of myself and my inaction. It is a fine course that underent a renovation by Arthur Hills a few years ago. More like I valued the unconventional, and whatever seemed different from the norm automatically held a sort of appeal for me. Some had a few Jewish members. They have a nice pool with a divingmore, First of all, Siwanoy is not a restaurant, it's a country club. Preferred listings, or those with featured website buttons, indicate YP advertisers who directly provide information about their businesses to help consumers make more informed buying decisions. Very well written and thank you for sharing. Driving range and practice green are available. Thank you sharing and reminding everyone to not be silent. It is funny how for (some) people, those moments are always there. 914.231.3461 Im not a person who particularly minds feeling angry. The PGA of America, with 27,000 members today, has strong ties to several early clubs in Westchester. Jessica. Greenwich Country Club states they are your home away from home and that's exactly the vibe you get. In the Westwood thread that I started about 2 months ago, there was this comment: "Westwood was built as the Jewish equivalent of St. Louis CC" This has prompted me to ask about the courses of these clubs. A stark, indelible reminder of what we lost, what we had left, and all our hopes for the future. I think their staying power helps us become who we are. They might have just recently gotten around to getting a handful of gentiles in theremany of the members also belong to Palm Beach CC and there was some tension for years with the Eveglades Club. You were eager for an experience that you would treasure. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Enter your email address to subscribe to this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email. Dining Rules. Dumbfounded, I just said oh, and slowly left. Here are some more photos. 914.995.9200 Frequent topics included: books (Art Spiegelmans Maus); philosophy (Bertrand Russell, Sun Tzu, Machiavelli); art (Picassos Guernica); and politics lots of politics; music, too. The current head pro at Metropolis, Craig Thomas, broke the competitive course record at Bethpage Black during the 2007 New York State Open. Maple Moor in White Plains was acquired in 1925. The renovation included green expansions of over 20,000 sq. It was even here where the dubious tactic of hitting a second ball off the first tee if you didnt like your first onea Mulligangot its name. This is a must read. Maybe so but I have to think that people so casually ignorant like the woman in your example and the one in mine will never be attuned enough to recognize their ignorance tossed out in a familiar comfortable way as if the remarks were not laden with cruelty couched in a casual offhanded barb. Bravo. Franklin Hills is 63 in Best Classic. Just beautifully writtenand does it ever resonate with me! We couldn't be happier with the renovations that were done and we thank our entire membership for their help and support! Again, thank you so much for commenting and sharing your experience. Historic Pelham Country Club hosted the PGA Championship in 1923 and has a collection of eighteen very diverse holes as well as an expansive short game practice area, range, and putting green. Public. Id already dealt with a few of my husbands less enlightened acquaintances, and had no problem saying anything. The modern terms microaggression and macroaggression are completely inadequate when framed against the backdrop of the worlds most horrific offense. I knew this because a friend (and I use the term loosely especially in retrospect) told me about it because her Irish Catholic parents did have a membership at the club. Jewish country clubs are country clubs whose members are predominantly Jewish, having been excluded from other elite social clubs during periods of rising anti-Semitism in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. A golf club.more, The Round Hill Club is a wonderful property, club steeped in old world charm. It is blocked out with emotions. It was completed in 1893 at a cost of $850,000a huge sum for the timeand retains today the original character and features of the design by architect Stanford White of McKim, Mead & White. It still twists your gut! YP advertisers receive higher placement in the default ordering of search results and may appear in sponsored listings on the top, side, or bottom of the search results page. Private. I very much enjoyed reading this piece. Are there any "historically Jewish" public clubs in the country? Thank you. (I kept wondering who the friend was.) It resonated with me so much as did the idea of your writing a letter after the fact and then not sending it because you felt the lesson was yours to learn. Moments before meeting Christopher Reeves and a bomb is dropped. @Regina Your comment juxtaposing childhood innocence when it is met by ignorant comments really hits home. 914.273.9300 Willow Ridge recently completed major course and clubhouse renovations to enhance its already-stellar reputation. The story taught me a very important lesson. The first USGA-sanctioned US Amateur Championship was held the next year at Newport CC, and he won handily. 1128 North Street, White Plains 300 Underhill Road. They were Bohemian and liberal. In 2021, the area surrounding the pool was renovated to capture a resort style feel. When will we ever learn? YP, the YP logo and all other YP marks contained herein are trademarks of YP LLC and/or YP affiliated companies. Jessica drew me in at the first sentence and kept me holding my breath until the last word. I dont think there are many of us out there who cant relate to that moment when we suffer a form of injustice and stay silent or we suffer seeing someone else in that position and we look on, helpless to help but having the tools of our mouthpiece to use yet which comes with consequences if you do. Never before nor since have I remained silent in the face of injustice or aggressions micro and macro. Hope, where it remains today. Type Private. But this was my mother in law!! I love the way this piece was written. Located in the heart of New York States prestigious Westchester County, Brae Burn has been a cherished part They leave their used paper cups everywhere around town, she said, in addition to other anti-Semitic remarks. 123 North Street, Harrison The Rosenbergs. - Mickey Mantle. I am a Jew and no one will ever force me to hide my identity. Rye, NY 10580. No upcoming events. She never came to my home after school, and I never went to hers. I too remember hanging out and riding bikes in the summer between 7th and 8th grade with a good friend in those same neighborhoods (back when 12 year-olds could ride around all day miles from home with no means of contact). The Best 10 Country Clubs near me in Westchester County, New York. During luncheon, the woman began railing against the dirty Orthodox Jews who summered in her New Hampshire town of Bethlehem. Aberdeen Country Club Tennis SP Tennis In our home lived the very essence of Tikkun Olam. And she asked me if I wanted to join her so that we could see Superman in person. Private. And I was absolutely shocked into silence. (LogOut/ I realize now that she was a bit of a hanger-on and someone who struck me as wanting to impress. The club closed during the Great Depression, but was acquired by a group of African-Americans and reopened as the Rising Sun Golf and Country Club in 1937. Public. The trick in life is to learn when to and when not to deploy that armor.. all the while knowing that human failings inevitably mean we cannot get it right 100% of the time. Music was always playingoften classical, sometimes Gregorian chants, many times jazz, and those symphonic tangos beloved by my dad. His fellow Scot, Robert Lockhart, had brought some hickory-shafted clubs and gutta-percha balls back from a business trip to their native land. A persistent legend has it that the tunnel under the Metro-North tracks near the club entrance was built to accommodate the Babes dash to Yankee Stadium on game days. In retrospect I think it boiled down to not wanting to throw a guest out of our home; something to do with the rules of hospitality though good manners is a two-way street. My brother-in-laws widowed grandmother changed their surname from Israel to a WASP surname so that they would be able to move to a gated community in the East. It's great for special occasions or after a day playing golf. Quaker Ridge Golf Club in Scarsdale is perhaps the best golf course in Westchester to never host a modern major tournament, although it did stage the 1997 Walker Cup. I like this new image / metaphor that you have created with your story I will forever think of a country club and Superman when I think of several life experiences that your nice blog post describes first, being Other and second, being humiliated, confused, torn as to what to do, and having regret for not taking a stand. The event included lunch, a golf tournament, and a black tie dinner. That was strange. Superman the Superman of Truth Justice and the American way was Siegel and Shusters uniquely Jewish creation, so how could she demand that I suppress my Jewish self? Bill Shakespeare had it right. Your friend was Irish Catholic? Had she heard or been taught that Jews killed Christ? You were a guest. But I failed here. Designed by county golf architect Tom Winton and opened in 1931, this course offers a rolling, wooded landscape along with a practice green, driving range, and pro shop. At seventy-five years young, Im still asking Why when I try to understand Evil in its many forms. It was won by Gene Sarazen, a Harrison native and Westchesters greatest homegrown golfer, who had won both the PGA and the US Open the year before. Our kids are always watching and as parents we are modeling behaviors that our children will emulate. YP advertisers receive higher placement in the default ordering of search results and may appear in sponsored listings on the top, side, or bottom of the search results page. Public. It must be eradicated either in the moment or, if necessary, years later. Every Seder, as I watched my grandmothers treasured cousin ladle out the matzoh balls for the chicken soup, I saw the numbers on her arm. Really powerful and moving account of how were made to compromise who we are to fit in to a world we never really want to be a part of. I look forward to reading more of Jessicas work. Dad: A country club? I also love to write poetry. I met other families who had Jewish background. Vanderlip was the creator of the club, which he founded on property he and Rockefeller had purchased from Margaret Louisa Vanderbilt Shepard, a granddaughter of Cornelius Vanderbilt. The Cliffs Climbing + Fitness 12 Health Clubs By AriFan04 His assistant (who was under 18) was also amazing, well poised, and interested in making sure we understood climbing 2. You learned . Also in the archives are the minutes of the third meeting, held on March 30, 1889, which report that Mrs. John Reid and John Upham defeated the twosome of Carrie Law and John Reid in a match earlier that day. 914.271.7600 Well told. Private, Photos courtesy of Sleepy Hollow Country Club. Jessica writes with confidence and depth tackling issues that were right in our faces as Jewish kids in the 70s in mostly no. It happens. Nothing is so permanent as change, as someone once said, and that certainly applies to golf in Westchester. WebWestchester Country Club 99 Biltmore Avenue Rye, NY 10580 Phone: 914.967.6000 2021 Westchester Country Club. @Douglas Shane Reading your comment gave me chills and flashbacks to precisely how I felt standing at the gates to the country club. Arthur Fenn from Aiken, Georgia, who later became the first American-born golf professional, won two invitational tournaments there in 1897. Willie and Mike Turnesa, two of seven brothers who made an indelible mark on Westchester golf, were affiliated with Knollwood one as an amateur, the other as a professional. This is an essay to read and reread and to share with young people of any faith. What are people saying about country clubs in Westchester County, NY? I mean Im a Jew. Together, they formed the United States Golf Association and named Tallmadge its first secretary. Probably not. Sharing such a pivotal moment with the world was not easy, but confronting the actions you took or did not take in such a public way reveals your truest character. WebWhats available to members at Greenwich Country Club? Most evenings at our dinner table, my brother, my parents, and I (and on weekends my grandparents) discussed ideas. I also have experienced burning moments of silence that have stayed with me. Eloquent, thoughtful beautiful and relevant! Horace Rawlins, winner of the first official US Open in 1895, preceded him. I also remember, with a very uncomfortable feeling, events and situations that I was faced with anti-Semitic/anti-Israel sentiment and my action/reaction was lacking or even non existent A friend asking us to be someone else is not a true friend. 100 Shadow Tree Lane, Briarcliff Manor Books Rehashing this incident decades later with my husband, he pointed out that as a non-member of the club the only way I could see Christopher Reeve was if I went with her. Even in its infancy, golf in Westchester was far from a mens-only pastime. As we get older, we have the tools and have learned to speak out strongly against anti-semitism. The instantaneous decision you made helped shape your approach to people as you grew older. Market Watch: Relive The Gatsby Age In This Historic And Storied Manor. My kids were horrified, and it was a complete shock to me that we were living amongst people who had that impressed upon them, although given the current situation in the US it probably shouldnt have been. Age brings about wisdom and we look back, using that wisdom to reflect on how we wished we had done things differently but do not be so harsh on yourself as those tender years are the ones in which we seek the most security and approval from others. This is a piece of real depth. I didnt say a word. Humble beginnings Jessica, that was beautifully said.Thank you for sharing that. 914.734.1500 Very well written and something many of us can relate to, even if not to the particular form of bigotry (anti Semitism). Public. Preferred listings, or those with featured website buttons, indicate YP advertisers who directly provide information about their businesses to help consumers make more informed buying decisions. that is the norm. The A.W. 844.211.0512 Copyright 2022 Westchester Jewish Council. I was between the ages of 16 and not more than 18. Macdonald was elected vice president and walked away happy. It happens. The Club decided to build a new fireproof clubhouse with an internal sprinkler system. YP, the YP logo and all other YP marks contained herein are trademarks of YP LLC and/or YP affiliated companies. Tillinghasts greatest courses. Filmmaker D. W. Griffith was a founding member, and Babe Ruth joined soon after. Private. I think those moments that we are silent, or silenced, haunt us as much, if not more than those times we regret our words. But put them altogether and St. Andrew's can play their low ball for atmosphere." @Adam S. Oh my goodness! So does the scenic wonder of Turnberry and the haunting incredibility of Prestwick, and the pleasant deception of Troon. Mr. Healy said he did not have the authority to answer such questions and that only "the top man, " the president, Joseph J Lordi, could supply the information. The Journals Division publishes 85 journals in the arts and humanities, technology and medicine, higher education, history, political science, and library science. Westchester Country Club. Thank you for sharing. At home we werent religious. "It's unbelievable how much you don't know about the game you've been playing your whole life." It has touched me deeply. Was the outcome fair? The first Westchester club to stage a fully recognized national championship was Ardsley Country Club, which hosted the third US Womens Amateur in 1898. It is, at once, deeply personal and universal in nature. Personally, I never expended any brain cells on whether we should try to join one of the several country clubs in our little exclusive enclave edged against the water of the Long Island Sound. Your actions or inactions that day did not change or detract from the person you are and were meant to be. The fifth county course, Dunwoodie Golf Course, is actually the oldest, having been established in 1906 as a private club that claimed Mary Pickford and Douglas Fairbanks Jr. as members. What are people saying about country clubs in Westchester County, NY? "One of the oldest golf courses in the country. Tillinghast and several legendary designers' marks on the course remain intact. Members can enjoy competitive golf tournaments, tennis, swimming, fitness, a full calendar of social events, casual and gourmet dining, and much more. You might be being a bit hard on your younger self. Private. I also really love what you wrote about her casual thoughtless bigotry being a gift of a life lesson and a perfect memory full of literary device. I think thats a really good reframing of how to think about this incident. These were the same clubs that 50 years earlier had signs saying no dogs no Jews or so the talk went. I was so unnerved by this that I called my mother. Often, I am silent in order not to create waves. Adults are allowed to wear Neat Collarless Pullovers (no sweat shirts). Its particularly known for a spectacular man-made waterfall. Many thanks to the writers who have shared their work with us and have helped create a supportive online community for Jewish writers. They must have members from other denominations/ethnic groups, right? WebBest Country Clubs in Westchester County, NY - Knollwood Country Club, Greenwich Country Club, Sleepy Hollow Country Club, Tamarack Country Club, Westchester I played The Standard Club in Alpharetta about 3 years ago and it is an interesting layout on rolling terrain. And while you maybe have been more Clark Kent than Superman at that moment unable to reveal your true self thank you for reminding us to never be bystanders. The damage anti semitism has is proven by her memory so many years later. I was in my late sixties at the time and had a lifetime of protesting prejudice behind me. 99 Biltmore Avenue Rye New York 10580 Westchester Next Event. 234 Bedford Center Road, Bedford Hills 914.231.3481 I understand your continued anger at remaining silent I wonder if its possible that your silence served a greater purpose sort of like queen Esthers silence and hiding of her religion something to consider. It opened a door for youto all the past struggles of your people. It even had me guessing at the classmate who so wounded you. Moral of the story: Always act as bravely and courageously as Queen Esther. Thats because I recognized that horrible feeling when your very being is challenged, at the level of your DNA. @Billy Cohen I am very touched by the tender and thoughtful nature of your comment. we start to learn who we are. Public. Box 249 Scarsdale, NY 10583. Not far from Century in Purchase is Old Oaks Country Club, which began in 1925 as the Progress Country Club and went through several iterations until merging with the Oak Ridge Club in 1936. Until the death in 2012, Bud Treacy attended all but one of the Governor's Day events. Dad: You know what Marx said about country clubs! Many of the early members were from the entertainment industry and included Albert Warner of Warner Bros. and Moe Gale, who ran the William Morris talent agency. It not only has an interesting version of the Biarritz but also holes such as a Capestein, Alpsberg, Redanowitz and the Schmear. Paul Runyon, aka Little Poison, won two PGA Championships while serving as head pro from 1931 to 1943. Change), You are commenting using your Twitter account. It was not something skimming the edges of our skin but bone deep. Golf and country clubs offer bowling, Greek nights, summer camps, and, to the disgust of older members, facilities for sales meetings that include a day on the links, in the pool and on the courts. I will continue to fight for this. I guess the FedEx guy knew about that. I wasnt really considered Outside just because I was Jewish, it was more because I was not from a conservative Swiss-Italian Catholic family. The day finally arrived. I cant imagine you staying silent, part of the masses, just moving with the crowd and blending in. If you have the opportunity to play golf here or enjoy a meal, I know you will agree. Journals Interestingly enough, Caddies are referred to as 'Schleppers'-has anyone played there recently? WebWestchester Country Club. When Mount Kisco Golf Club closed during World War II, many of the members joined Lawrence Farms Country Club, and the club became todays Mount Kisco Country Club. Some had a few Jewish members. History of Winged Foot Golf Club, Mamaroneck. You have expressed the frustration that many of us have experienced being a Jew. The Jewish clubs listed are the mollowing: Beach Point, Broadmoor Country, Centertown, Century Country, City Athletic, Columbia Club of New York, Golf and Saint Andrews continued to grow. It was here that the games national organizations, the USGA and the PGA of America, established their roots. None of the clubs queried in the survey had Negro members. MGA Historian Dr. William Quirin wrote, Westchester golfers have been blessed by the convergence of hilly, forested terrain and the genius of visionary golf course architects who created a roster of courses unequaled in the United States. We couldnt agree more. Hall of Fame record aside, golfers around the world owe Gene Sarazen a big debt of gratitude for his invention in 1932 of the modern sand wedge. Terry Lavin, in the North Subs of Chi-town you forgot about Northmoor - surrised no Rossies caught that! 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