Welcome To The Walkers Window!

Here at Ford's Colony we recognize that many of our members are avid walkers. The next time you're in the Shop we invite you to check out a new section we have called "The Walkers Window" specially designed with you in mind!

We have some great pushcarts from both Sun Mountain and Bag Boy that offer something for everyone who enjoys the exercise of walking. We also have great deals on sand bottles specifically designed to fit in your push cart as well as Sun Mountain attachable seats which give you a chance to rest while waiting for the rest of your foursome to play.

Whatever it is you are looking for it can be found in "The Walkers Window". Come by today and check it out!

Football in Harry' Tavern

Harry's Tavern will feature a weekly collegiate and NFL football game. There will be drink specials and, depending on the time of the game, a tailgate or half time buffet.

If you don't like the featured weekly games, don't worry, there are 6 flat screen TVs so you won't miss any of the action.

Featured NFL Game:
Minnesota at New Orleans – Thursday, September 9th at 8:30 p.m.

This is the seventh consecutive year the NFL has saluted the Super Bowl champions with the opening game in their stadium on a Thursday in prime time. Don't miss any of the action!

Come early and watch the "NFL Opening Kickoff 2010 Presented by EA Sports" at 7:30 p.m. Dave Matthews Band and Taylor Swift are scheduled to perform.

Let's Do Lunch - Wednesday, September 8th

FCCC members and their guests are welcome for this special luncheon menu in the Banquet Room.

Advance reservations are required. Please call 258-4107 to make your reservation.
Luncheon Special:

* Salad bar
* Soup Selection
* Dessert
* Iced Tea
* $9.50 + tax & gratuity

Note: A minimum number of reservations will be required for the salad bar, otherwise the event will be moved to the Members' Grille and a salad from the menu will be offered along with the soup, dessert, and iced tea.

Introducing Darren Materiale

We would like to welcome Darren Materiale as our new Harry's Tavern chef. Darren is originally from Naples, Florida. He began his restaurant career cooking in his family's Italian Restaurant on the Tamiami Trail.

After attending classes at Johnson and Wales University in Miami he worked at Friday's and the Ale House Restaurant.

Upon relocating to Newport News, he finished his education at the Culinary Institute of Virginia and graduated last month. His wife Justyna's favorite dish of Darren's is Chicken Cordom Bleu with Black Forest Mushroom Gravy.

Fourth Annual Conservancy Challenge - September 23rd

The Fourth Annual Conservancy Challenge will be held on Thursday, September 23rd. This fun event benefits the Williamsburg Land Conservancy in its effort to preserve and protect significant natural, scenic, agricultural and historic lands in the James and York River watersheds.

Ford's Colony Country Club has been a generous and faithful supporter of the Williamsburg Land Conservancy for many years and will again host the Conservancy Challenge this year.

Country Club members along with Ford's Colony and community residents can help the Conservancy in three ways. First, buy a raffle ticket. Generous prizes are available and the tickets can be purchased from many MGA and LGA members. Second, play in the event on September 23. Entry forms are available in the Computer Room. Put together a foursome or the Conservancy will pair you with others. Third, contribute to the success of the event by volunteering to help with your time or by contributing money.

Please contact Bob Keith at 258-3926 or Don Baker at 258-3748 if you desire to help make this event a success, or if you have any questions.

Thanksgiving at Ford's Colony Country Club

On Thursday, November 25th, Leave all the work to the staff at Ford's Colony Country Club this Thanksgiving…no dirty dishes, no defrosting, no cooking.

In Harry's Tavern, a Groaning Board buffet will be served along with the traditional accompaniments and a variety of desserts. The buffet is $36.95 per adult and $18.00 for children aged 6 to 12.

The Dining Room, the Member's Grille Room, and the Banquet Room will be serving a Thanksgiving dinner menu with selections of appetizers, entrées, and desserts. Everything from the traditional to the not so traditional.
Pricing for the dinner:

* $42.00 for members
* $49.50 for non members
* $20.00 for children 6 to 12

For reservations, please call (757) 258-4107. When making your reservations, please have a credit card number ready.

For no shows, your card will be charged $50. The cancellation policy is 48 hours.

2010 Ford's Colony Club Championship

The 2010 Ford's Colony Club Championship was a resounding success for all involved.

The weekend started off with a bang on Friday with an incredible 65 carded by defending club champion, Clay Pokorny on the Blackheath Golf Course. On the Ladies' side, defending champion Margaret McMillen, opened her title defense with a round of 84 putting her in a tie for the lead with 5-time champion, Kathy Sheets.

The flight competitions on each side were equally as close with several of the club's top players opening with solid rounds.

The big story for Round 2 came from Flight 8 where Ted Zlydaszek carded a personal best round of 83 for a net 61 to take a commanding lead for his flight.

Back in the first flight, Clay Pokorny came in strong with a solid round of even par 72 to go into the last day at 6 under par and holding a commanding 14 shot lead over his nearest pursuer.

Other solid scores from Day 2 included a 76 by Pete Moriarty, 77 from Bob Sumlin and a 96 from Mary Campbell.

On Day 3, the ladies played some great golf. With a steady final round, former Club Champion Kathy Sheets was able to re-gain her title and win a record 6th Club Champion.

Not to be out done, however, was last years' Ladies' Club Champion, Margaret McMillen, who took the Senior Ladies' Club Championship Crown this year. In the Super Senior Division, Noel Fort came out on top with a very consistent 3-day total of 293.

On the Men's side of the draw things were equally as exciting. Continuing his dominance in 2010, Rick Jackson was crowned the Super Senior Club Champion and Sam Ralabate closed with a final round 76 to take the Senior Club Champion Title.

Finally, defending Club Champion, Clay Pokorny, successfully defended his title in 2010 for his record 6th Club Champion crown.

The tournament was a great success and was a great time for everyone who participated. We had good food, good drinks and most of all, good weather on our side! Thanks to everyone who participated and we hope to see more of you next year!