NEWS ~ OCTOBER 16, 2024

EDDIE LAWLER: We are saddened to announce the passing of long time member and former Club President, Eddie Lawler. Our prayers go out to Jean and her family. The obituary can be found here.

ANNUAL MEETING: All Regular Members are invited to the Annual Meeting of Regular Members on Saturday, October 26 at 2:00pm in the dining room. Regular and Seasonal Membeers who would like to serve on a standing committee, should call the Club office and have your name put on the committee list. Choices include: Membership, Nominating, Governance, Finance, Facilities, Operations, House, and Social. Information on Committees can be found in the Standing Committees document at the bottom of the Quick Links page of the website.

FOOD TASTINGS: As a follow-up to the recent Food Service Survey, we are reviewing the dinner menus offered during the 2024 summer season.  To obtain your input on dinner menus, the Operations Committee will host three dinner tastings. Each tasting will feature 3 entrees, 3 side dishes, and 2 desserts for 16 people. There will be no cost to participants.We are seeking volunteers to attend the tastings and provide feedback on the menu items. At that time, we would like volunteers to tell us about the dinner menu items they liked or did not like and why. It will be an interactive activity.

The tastings will be held in the HSC dining room at 6pm on Friday, November 1; Tuesday, November 19; and Tuesday, December 3. You may volunteer by posting your name and e-mail address on the HSC Facebook page or by emailing the same information to feedback.hanoverseasideclub@gmail.com with “Tasting Volunteer” in the subject line. Please specify your first and second choice for the date that you would like to participate. For each date, the first 16 volunteers received will be accepted.

FALL SHIRT PREORDER! Have you picked up the shirts you ordered? If not, please come to the office during office hours as soon as possible.

MENUS REMAINING FOR THE FALL:

Friday, October 18 at 6:00pm ~ Flounder or Shrimp (Fried, grilled, or broiled)

Sunday, October 20 at 12:30 ~ Fried Chicken (grilled or baked available) or pulled pork

Friday, October 25 at 6:00pm ~ Flounder or Shrimp (Fried, grilled, or broiled)

Sunday, October 27 at 112:30 ~ Prime Rib and Grilled Shrimp

More info on menus in previous blog post.

THANKSGIVING ACTIVITIES:

Thanksgiving lunch ~ Sunday, November 24 at 1:00pm. Turkey with gravy, stuffing green bean casserole, mac and cheese, collards, maple whipped sweet potatoes, cranberry sauce, salad, rolls, drink, and pumpkin pie. Reservations required by Thursday, 11/21 at noon. Prices – Adult $18 Children 6-12 $9, children 5 and under $3.50

Flotilla ~ Chili on the pier ~ Saturday, November 30 at 6:00pm. Delicious hot chili with all the fixiings! Reservations required by Wednesday, November 27 at noon. Cookies and hot chocolate will be served in the dining room after the Flotilla.

ACCOUNT BALANCE: Don’t forget – if you have a balance on your account, it must be paid by the end of the fiscal year which is October 31. Call the Club office if you need help paying your account.

NEWS ~ OCTOBER 4, 2024

FALL OFFICE HOURS: Mon-Thurs 9-3 Fri-Sat 9-6 Sun 9-4

FALL MERCHANDISE PREORDER: All shirts are in and ready for pick up. Please come by during office hours. If you paid for shipping, your shirts have been mailed. Thanks to everyone who preordered. We will probably be using the online order store for future orders. It was fast and easy!

ACCOUNT BALANCES: Our fiscal year ends on October 31. We need all members to check your account balances and get them paid by the end of the October. You can pay online, by calling the Club office, or by mailing a check.

ANNUAL MEETING OF REGULAR MEMBERS: The Annual Meeting will be held in the dining room of the Club on Saturday, October 26 at 2:00PM. All Regular Members are encouraged to attend. You should have received a packet of information. If you have not received it, please call the Club office at 910-256-2726.

DINING ROOM MINIMUM: You are running out of time to use your dining room minimum. Last meals for the season:

Friday Dinners in October

Oct 18th & 25th 6:00pm

Fried Flounder (broiled available) OR Fried Shrimp (grilled available), Grilled Seasonal Vegetables, Fries, Slaw, Cucumber Salad, Salad Bar, Rolls, Drink and Dessert

Sunday Lunches in October 20th & 27th 12:30pm

Oct 20th 12:30pm

Fried Chicken (grilled or baked available) OR Pulled Pork, Collard Greens, Mac & Cheese, Baked Potato Bar, Slaw, Salad Bar, Rolls, Drink and Dessert

Oct 27th 12:30pm Last Sunday lunch of the season

Prime Rib & Grilled Shrimp, Rice pilaf, vegetable medley, fried okra, salad bar, rolls, Drinks and dessert

REQUEST FOR MENU ITEMS: As a follow-up to the recent Food Service Survey, we are reviewing the dinner menus offered during the 2024 summer season. We would like to invite you to submit menu ideas or recipes that you would like to see on the dinner menu for 2025. Please submit your favorite recipes for entrees, side dishes, and desserts, including ingredients and preparation steps. Please keep in mind that recipes must be able to be replicated for large groups of guests. Please post your recipe suggestions on the HSC Facebook page or by emailing them to feedback.hanoverseasideclub@gmail.com with “Recipe suggestion” in the subject line.

STATUS OF MEMBERSHIP: If you turned 70, 75, or 80 this year and have the requisite number of years of membership, you are eligible to change your membership status. You must complete the Application to Request Change in Membership Status form and return it to the front desk prior to October 30. The form is located on the Quick Links Page of the Website.

MEMBERSHIP NEWS: We send our love and prayers to the families and friends of two members who passed away in September. You can click on their names to view obituaries.

Nell Ostby

Marjorie Branscome

NEWS ~ AUGUST 28, 2024

SNACK BAR: The Snack Bar will close for the season on Labor Day. Come on down to enjoy one more cheeseburger, hot dog, or Club sandwich. Onion rings have been brought back by popular demand. Get them while you can!

MERCHANDISE PREORDER: There are only a few days left to order fall merchandise. You can choose long sleeve tees, crew neck sweatshirts, hoodies, or 1/4 zip sweatshirts in a variety of colors. This is the only time these preorders will be available this year! Use the link below to place your order.  Orders will be completed by the end of September. You can either pick them up at the Club or have them shipped to you.

NOMINATIONS: If you are a Regular Member, have you considered running for the Board? Or, do you know another member who would be an asset to the Board? Please get nominations forms filled out and returned to Armistead Boyd as quickly as possible. Forms, with instructions, are located on the Quick Links Page of the website.

FALL OFFICE HOURS: Beginning Tuesday, September 3, the office will be open the following hours

Monday – Thursday ~ 9:00-3:00

Friday – Saturday ~ 9:00-6:00

Sunday ~ 9:00-4:00

SEPTEMBER MENUS: You don’t have much time left to use your dining room minimums. Remember, you lose your minimum on October 31. Our new fiscal year begins November 1.

Sunday, September 15 at 12:30 Fried Chicken (grilled or baked available), Pulled Pork, Collard Greens, Mac & Cheese, Baked Potato Bar, Slaw, Salad Bar, Rolls, Drink and Dessert

Friday, September 20 at 6:00 Fried Flounder (broiled available), Fried Shrimp (grilled available), Grilled Seasonal Vegetables, Fries, Slaw, Cucumber Salad, Salad Bar, Rolls, Drink and Dessert

Sunday, September 22 at 12:30 Fried Chicken (grilled or baked available), Pulled Pork, Collard Greens, Mac & Cheese, Baked Potato Bar, Slaw, Salad Bar, Rolls, Drink and Dessert

Friday, September 27 at 6:30 Fried Flounder (broiled available), Fried Shrimp (grilled available), Grilled Seasonal Vegetables, Fries, Slaw, Cucumber Salad, Salad Bar, Rolls, Drink and Dessert

PORCH PARTY: Come to the beach Saturday, August 31 from 6:00-9:00 and enjoy one last Porch Party with your Club friends. Bring an appetizer to share along with your favorite drink. There will be entertaining music, delicious food, and a magnificent view – can’t beat it!

SUGGESTION BOXES: Suggestion Boxes are located on the first and second floors. If you have a suggestion or you want to make a commendation, fill out a form and place it in the box. The Operations Committee looks at every suggestion. When possible, we try to fix issues immediately. If not, we save them to work on during the off season. Your voice is heard.

LOST AND FOUND: Please check the lost and found to see if any of the items are yours. Any items left on porches or clothes lines, or in the snack bar area or changing rooms will be disposed of at the end of the season.

CLICK HERE TO ORDER MERCHANDISE!

BOARD POSITIONS FOR 2024-2025 

The Nominating Committee is looking for members who love this club and want to have a voice in how it’s run. The committee consists of Armistead Boyd, Chair, Jean Lawler, and Jon Earnhart. We are looking for Regular Members to run for President, Vice President, and Secretary/Treasurer which are all one-year terms. There will be 2 openings for the Board of Directors which is a 3-year term. Members of the Board should have adequate time and availability to attend 1-2 Board Meetings per month as well as serve on 1 or 2 Standing Committees.

Please contact anyone on the nominating committee to ask questions or volunteer to serve. Contact information for Nominating Committee members is located at the bottom of the Nominating Form found on the Quick Links page of the website.  Completed forms must be returned to Armistead Boyd by September 15.

Elections will be held at the Regular Meeting for Annual Members on Saturday, October 26, 2024 at 2:00pm at the Club.

FALL MERCHANDISE PREORDER!

It’s time to get ready for cooler weather! We are offering fall merchandise by preorder only. This year, instead of sending your order to me, we will be using an online store. I think you will find it very easy to place your order. You have the option of picking your order up at the Club, or having it shipped.

We have chosen very high quality shirts. The long sleeved tees are the same that we used last year – the thicker cotton shirts. The 1/4 zip and hoodies are the same we have used in the past. .All shirts will have the HSC logo on the front upper left. It will NOT have the Celebrating 125 years under the logo. The back of the shirt will have the beautiful line drawing of the Club from the ocean side – exactly like our tees and sweats from the last 4 years. We picked out a variety of styles and colors so hopefully everyone can find something they like. Sizing information is located in the online store if you are unsure about what size to order.

The online shopping cart will be open until Labor Day – Monday, September 2. You will pay online through a secure site. Shirts can NOT be charged to your Club account. Once you complete your order, a receipt will be mailed to you. Since these are special orders, all sales are final.

To check out our online store click on this link:

https://shop.theklempire.com/hanover_seaside_club/shop/home

Your options are shown below. If you have questions, message Elise Beall on Facebook or e-mail me. The front desk can provide you with my e-mail address

NEWS ~ AUGUST 13, 2024

CROSSING LIGHT: The new crossing light at the sound is working well. Please remember, just pressing the button does not stop traffic. There are still drivers who speed down Waynick and do not stop for pedestrians. Be careful out there!

SEASONAL MEMBERS: If you have been a Seasonal Member for 5 years or more, did you know that you can apply to become a Regular Member? If you are interested, simply fill out the Application to Convert from Seasonal to Regular Membership form located on the Quick Links page of the website. Return it to the front desk in an envelope marked for Membership Committee. When there are spaced available, the Membership Committee will review the applications on file to bring the number up to Constitutional limits. Regular members are invited to attend the Annual Meeting of Regular Members and vote on proposals. They can also serve on all committees of the Club and run for office. We need Regular Members who are willing to volunteer for committees, work on annual work days, volunteer to run for the Board, attend Annual Meetings, etc. Dues and Dining Room Minimum are the same for Regular and Seasonal Members. The only difference is that Regular Members can be assessed. However, to my knowledge, there has not been an assessment since at least World War II and that was not a true assessment.

MEALS: Have you used your Dining Room Minimum? The season is coming to an end, so be sure to come for a meal or two or eat in the Snack Bar. Upcoming menus:

Monday ~ Fried chicken or pulled pork

Tuesday ~ Tacos/taco bowls and enchiladas

Thursday ~ Fried chicken breast with bacon and cheese or meatloaf

Friday ~ Fried flounder or fried shrimp

Baked or grilled entrees are available upon request. Anyone having dietary restrictions should let the front desk know when reservations are made.

A childrens’ menu is also available upon request – chicken tenders, hot dog, or grilled cheese with fries are offered.

Reservations for weeknight meals must be made by 2:00 on the day of the reservation.

BINGO: The last Bingo of the summer season will be held on Wednesday, August 21 at 7:00. Tim and Brandi Batchelor are calling. Be sure to come and bring a prize! It’s going to be fun.

PORCH PARTY: Members have raved about our Porch Parties this year. Be sure to come to the final party on Saturday, August 31 from 6:00-9:00. Bring your favorite beverage and an appetizer to share! Music by Vince’s Steel Drum.

SUNDAY PRIME RIB LUNCH: Sunday, September 1 is the last Sunday Prime Rib and Grilled Shrimp Lunch of the season. Call for reservations by the Friday before at 5:00. These lunches fill up quickly so call early to ensure that your family can enjoy this delicious meal!

SNACK BAR HOURS: The rainy weather we have had over the last few weeks has affected our Snack Bar Hours. When the Snack Bar hours are going to be changed, a message is placed on our Facebook page. This is also a good place to find out what’s going on quickly. If you do not use Facebook and the weather is overcast/rainy, call the office to find out if the Snack Bar is open.

FALL PREORDER: Be sure to check your email and the blog for information on our fall merchandise preorder.  Information should go out in the next few days. We will be offering long sleeved tees, hoodies, 1/4 zips, and crew neck sweatshirts in a variety of colors. This year we will be using an online store where you order and pay. Pick up will be at the Club. We will offer shipping for those members who cannot pick up. Prices will be available when we open the online store.

NEWS ~ July 22, 2024

PARTY ON THE PORCH! Saturday, July 27 6:00-9:00

Come enjoy a beautiful summer night with your Club friends! Food by T’Geaux Boys Food Truck. Music by Izzy McGill!

WALKWAY: Our new(ish) walkway is beautiful and gives us extra width and the deck on the ocean. Such a great improvement but be careful – the walkway is HOT! Be sure to wear shoes/sandals/flip flops when walking over to the beach. The gate at the end is made to be hands free. You can push from both sides with a beach bag, chair, or your arm or hip.

CROSSWALK: Thanks to a lot of work by Jan Shephard, Dan Harris, and others we finally have new signage and blinking lights at the crosswalk on Waynick Blvd! On each side of the street, there is a button that you push to make the lights blink so that traffic will know someone is crossing. The parking space has been removed on the sound side so that oncoming traffic can more easily see pedestrians and the flashing light. We feel sure that this signage will improve safety for our members.

MEMBER STATUS: Are you turning 70, 75, or 80 this year? You may be eligible to move to a different membership status if you have the appropriate number of years as a member. The form to complete is under Quick Links on the website. If you completed a form in the past and checked a box that said you would like to automatically move to the next membership status when you hit the applicable age, you will still need to complete a new form for each membership status change. Our software does not have a method to automatically change membership status.

CODE FOR FIRST FLOOR DOOR: The oceanside door on the ground floor has a numerical lock. If the Club is locked, you may go to that door and enter a code to enter the downstairs. When you leave, please be sure to turn off all lights and lock up.  If you need the code, call when the office is open.

MEMBER ACCOUNTS: Many members have outstanding charges on their accounts. If you have charged meals, snack bar, or merchandise, please pay your bills! If you are registered at www.hanoverseaside.club, you can log in, click on member central, statements and click pay online. If you cannot pay online, simply call the Club office for your balance and pay with a credit card.

ROOMS: At present, there are no rooms available until the week of August 24-31. If you don’t have school children, this is a perfect time to vacation at the Club. The following rooms are available:

August 24-31 – 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 15 If you stay this week, you can extend your reservation through Labor Day if you choose. You may reserve rooms for less than one week 30 days from the date of move in. There is a two-night minimum for all reservations.

BINGO: The next Bingos will be held on Wednesday August 7 and 21 at 7:00. Please come and bring a prize!

PRIME RIB SUNDAY LUNCH: The last prime rib Sunday lunch will be held on Sunday, September 1 and 1:00pm. Call early for reservations as these meals sell out quickly!

WEEKLY MENUS: (Grilled or baked entree options are available upon request)

Monday – Fried chicken or pulled pork

Tuesday – Tacos/taco bowls and enchiladas

Thursday – Boneless fried chicken breast with bacon and cheese or meatloaf

Friday – Fried flounder or fried shrimp

Kid’s Menus available upon request – Chicken tenders, grilled cheese or hot dog with fries

Reservations must be made by 2:00 on the day of the meal service.

NEWS ~ JUNE 30, 2024

JULY 4TH CELEBRATION: We are looking forward to seeing everyone at the Club for our gigantic 4th of July celebration. We still need volunteers. Please notify the front office if you are willing to give an hour or two to help make this day run smoothly. DON’T FORGET TO MAKE LUNCH RESERVATIONS! You must sign up by 7/1. Remember, only yellow stickers are allowed in the parking lot on the 4th before 4:00pm. No guest stickers will be given before 4:00.

MEMBER BILLS: If you have charged meals, snack bar items, or merchandise on your account, now is the time to pay up! You can go online at www.hanoverseaside.club, log in, check your statement, and pay. You can also call the front desk and they will check your account and take payment on the phone. Statements should be paid at the end of each month.

VEHICLE STICKERS: We have noticed cars in the parking lot without a member sticker or guest pass. ANY CAR WITHOUT A STICKER OR PASS WILL BE TOWED AT THE OWNERS EXPENSE. On weekends when the parking lot attendent is at the table, you can pick up guest passes and guest wrist bands in the parking lot. If the attendent is not on duty, go to the office. If the office is closed, put a note on the dash stating who the car belongs to along with the member’s name and number.

WRIST BANDS: Members and guests must wear wrist bands or have them visible at all times when on Club property. If you are on the beach, don’t forget your wrist band when you come up to have lunch or use the rest rooms! Bands can be picked up in the office or from the parking lot attendent.

JULY 3RD, 7:00 – BINGO WITH STEVE LEE! Start your celebration early with a fun filled night of Bingo. Be sure to bring a prize to share.

JULY 7TH SUNDAY LUNCH: Prime rib and grilled shrimp, rice pilaf, vegetable medley, fried okra, salad bar, rolls, dessert and drink. Served at 1:00. Call early for your reservation! Deadline is Friday at 5:00.

FOR THOSE WITH ROOM RESERVATIONS: If you have a room reserved, be sure to e-mail your meal preferences at least two weeks before you check in. By planning ahead and buying in bulk, Garrett is able to save money on food. This helps keep your dining room fees down! The forms were e-mailed with your reservations. If you need another copy, call the front desk.

SUMMER WEEKDAY MENUS: Reservations must be made by 2:00 on the day of the reservation.

Mondays ~ Fried chicken or pulled pork.

Tuesdays ~ Tacos or bowls, or enchiladas

Thursday ~ Boneless fried chicken breast with cheese and bacon or meatloaf

Friday ~ Fried flounder or fried shrimp

Baked, broiled, or grilled entrees are avilable upon request. Also kid’s meals are available that include chicken tenders, grilled cheese or hot dogs.

MERCHANDISE:  If you haven’t stocked up on our new merchandise, there will be a table set up on the first floor to purchase tees, mugs, etc, on July 4.  You can charge them to your account – no cash necessary.