Jewish neighborhoods. We couldn't be happier with the renovations that were done and we thank our entire membership for their help and support! So I never said anything. Jessica writes with wonderful, bright clarity and optimism. I really enjoyed your piece. The day finally arrived. Private Golf Club sites by MembersFirst | Terms of Use | Privacy | Request My Information. The Palestinians. Your friend was Irish Catholic? Had she heard or been taught that Jews killed Christ? The modern terms microaggression and macroaggression are completely inadequate when framed against the backdrop of the worlds most horrific offense. This item is part of a JSTOR Collection. The original Mount Kisco Golf Club opened in 1917 on property north of the current course. Was the outcome fair? I was in my late sixties at the time and had a lifetime of protesting prejudice behind me. Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts. 914.698.4610 I always had a family member that had a Greenwich Country Club membership. Over the years, the club not only changed its name but moved several times until settling in its present location, the former home of Frank Jay Gould, in 1966. Just as we were about to enter. And I want to understand my emotions all of them especially why, after more than three and a half decades, I still have this smoldering anger at what happened and my response to what happened (or should I say my unfortunate, frustrating, and maddening lack of response) when I went to see Superman at the country club in the mid-1980s. Bravo. Please feel free to share any other writing with me. Horace Rawlins, winner of the first official US Open in 1895, preceded him. The sheer fact that this experience lives so vivid today in the authors memory, gives me an unwavering assurance of the change shes making to improve our world today! Four top professional golfers of the day were invited to play a competition of their own on the course, with a first-prize gold medal and $100 going to the champion. All rights reserved. Clearly this incident helped to clarify and solidify things in this authors mind. Thank you for sharing this very personal moment in your life. What touched me even more deeply was that you cant remember if you even saw Christopher reeves. Not just architectural history, but more importantly, to study why ill-conceived changes got made and how to recognize that failed process and learn from it. 18 High Ridge Road, Pound Ridge 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. That turned out to be Willie Dunn, the pro at Shinnecock Hills, who also designed the original Ardsley Casino course (now Ardsley Country Club) and became its first club pro when it opened in 1896. Your essay is truthful and accurate about what you faced and what most Jews have faced in one way or other. At the time, I couldnt completely identify that it was in part because of my Jewishness, but I knew I was different. I have also had a few similar experiences that I still berate myself over. I have played with some great guys from both of these clubs over the years. I felt frozen in time with you as you experienced the ignorance and prejudice not fit for an adult, at such a tender age. Until the death in 2012, Bud Treacy attended all but one of the Governor's Day events. Beautiful writing and very resonant. The first Westchester club to stage a fully recognized national championship was Ardsley Country Club, which hosted the third US Womens Amateur in 1898. Thinking about it now, I wonder why she chose me and not any of her other friends. It is extremely well written and utilizes beautifully descriptive allusions and connections that were inspired by the trauma. I suppose questioning can often be a good reflex. YP - The Real Yellow PagesSM - helps you find the right local businesses to meet your specific needs. Adults are allowed to wear Neat Collarless Pullovers (no sweat shirts). 289 Dobbs Ferry Road, White Plains Located in the heart of New York States prestigious Westchester County, Brae Burn has been a cherished part They also offer a lighted driving range and practice greens. ft, a full bunker renovation, irrigation replacement & various other elements to enhance aesthetics & shot variety for golfers of all-skill levels. Fenway is one of the toughest short courses in Westchester. I use to play a "historically African American" public club in North Chicago (Foss Park). The simulator also features a multi-sport function offering a variety of sports such as soccer, baseball, hockey and more to indulge interest for all. Members can enjoy competitive golf tournaments, tennis, swimming, fitness, a full calendar of social events, casual and gourmet dining, and much more. The impact is obvious here where the memory has stayed with the author for decades, and the experience is still as vivid now as it was then. I would not be me without being Jewish. I will continue to fight for this. To thine own self be true, I love this essay! Your memory is far greater than a superfluous one. @Billy Cohen I am very touched by the tender and thoughtful nature of your comment. With a completely renovated clubhouse; new locker rooms and dining rooms, and an 18-hole course overlooking the rolling hills of North Salem, this club grows in popularity every year. It has moved me to tell my own frustrating tale. Journals IllBePhrank 4 yr. ago. I would like to think that if time were able to stand still and you had been able to take a minute or two or however long it took for you to process those words, you WOULD have reacted differently, but the moment had passed. Not adequately, anyway. With unspoiled wetlands, natural elevation changes, and abundant wildlife, its no surprise that course designer Gary Player calls GlenArbor his masterpiece. Im quite honored to read your memory as it helps me to rejoice in feeling whole and knowing Im not alone. Never before nor since have I remained silent in the face of injustice or aggressions micro and macro. While Saint Andrews may have hosted the nations first mixed foursome, like most golf clubs of its day it wasnt a particularly hospitable place for women. 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. Search results are sorted by a combination of factors to give you a set of choices in response to your search criteria. Learn More. Willie MacFarlane, winner of the 1925 US Open, was Old Oaks first head pro. Site by Clubessential Options Close Site Options 10 Country Club Drive, Purchase Surprisingly, I fit right in. "It's unbelievable how much you don't know about the game you've been playing your whole life." The Press is home to the largest journal publication program of any U.S.-based university press. Age, hopefully, does bring wisdom and I will never be a bystander in the erasure of my essence as a proud Jewish woman. 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. Daughter of an immigrant Jewish mother from the foothills of the Himalayas and a South Bronx born Puerto Rican Jewish father, Jessica Ursell is a veteran officer of the United States Air Force, poet, attorney, and progressive political activist. WebWhats available to members at Greenwich Country Club? On November 14, 1888, following some golf and a jolly dinner, Reid, Upham, and three other friendsHenry Tallmadge, Kingman Putnam, and Harry Holbrookofficially formed St. Andrews Golf Club of Yonkers [now The Saint Andrews Golf Club]. You were a guest. 1060 Oregon Road, Cortlandt Manor The great irony of all of it is that the only thing I remember from this event is that I stayed silent. Phone: 914.967.6000. 914.967.6161 1025 Cove Road, Mamaroneck Bringing readers all the richness and complexity of Jewish life in America through carefully researched, thoroughly accessible articles, American Jewish History (AJH) is the most widely recognized journal in its field. This is a very well written piece. What a powerful and meaningful story. Its classic layout and entertaining amenities are something that all members and their guest are sure tomore, An incredibly beautiful place with a large hotel building and adjoining territory, of course it is a pity that I was at work here But for a couple of days. The renovation included green expansions of over 20,000 sq. Change). The golf course was designed by a legendarymore, this needs to be saidAbout a month ago, I was at the Brae Burn Country Club for a wedding and gotmore, This country club is awesome. 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. Jack Nicklaus redesigned the course in 1983. I played an event at Northmoor a few years backfast greens and the renovation they did made it an OK course. I always have a good experience and can't wait to return! It reminds me of something that happened when I was about 11 years old. Dad: GROUCHO!!!. It would be a big mistake to not mention the course at Del Boca Vista, Phase 2, an original design of Morty Seinfeld and Cosmo Kramer. The 75-room mansion includes a ballroom, library, formal dining room, and 18 guest rooms, as well as the golf pro shop and locker rooms. I wonder if there is a protestant/catholic divide in Scotland or Ireland? Your actions or inactions that day did not change or detract from the person you are and were meant to be. Thanks for sharing its so important! Regarded as one of the countys more challenging courses, Mohansic is a test to even the most experienced golfers. 914.241.0700 Id been married for a couple years already. My parents werent only not Italian and Catholic. Westchester Country Club and Winged Foot Golf Club opened in 1922 and 1923, respectively, preceded in 1921 by Bonnie Briar Country Club in Larchmont, where artist Norman Rockwell was a charter member and Delmonicos managed the kitchen. Their sons, born in the 1920s, went to a post private school, but for school dance or whatever, they could only date Jewish girls. Thank you for taking the time to comment. 914.995.9200 Member Lawrence Van Etten, a prominent civil engineer who designed many residential communities in New Rochelle and later the original course at Wykagyl, laid out the first 18 holes at Knollwood, a par-69 test at 5,305 yards. Francis Ouimet, winner of the milestone US Open of 1913, played at Knollwood, as did the legendary Bobby Jones, who at one time held the course record with a round of 68. I too like to figure out the why of things. With golf events, private and group instruction, and a challenging course marked by a two-tiered pond and waterfall, Hampshire Country Club has something for every golfer. Humble beginnings Jessica, that was beautifully said.Thank you for sharing that. This piece is so well-written and thought-provoking. Engineers is 79 in Best Classic. Market Watch: Relive The Gatsby Age In This Historic And Storied Manor. Mr. Lordi was unavailable. 914.231.3481 I passed your essay on to my kids maybe it will give them a little heads-up or courage or conviction to take positive action and stay true to themselves always. The Bedford Tennis Club added golf in 1896; Scarsdale Golf Club opened in 1898; Waccabuc Country Club in 1912; and Blind Brook, where President Dwight Eisenhower was a member, was built in 1915. 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. What about the other point of view? Ive never been more Jewish! All rights reserved. I just didnt think about it. Private. It not only has an interesting version of the Biarritz but also holes such as a Capestein, Alpsberg, Redanowitz and the Schmear. Address 99 Biltmore Avenue, Rye, NY 10580. Search results are sorted by a combination of factors to give you a set of choices in response to your search criteria. 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. Jessica provides a beautiful example of how subtle yet impactful hate can be. Franklin Hills is 63 in Best Classic. You write that you were in your 60s when this happened to you and that you had a whole lifetime of experience responding to such remarks. Id already dealt with a few of my husbands less enlightened acquaintances, and had no problem saying anything. By the 1960s, five new clubs had sprung up (Hampshire, Brynwood, Brae Burn, and Rye) and two more (Somers Pointe and Lake Isle) were added in the 1970s. A club similar to Banyan in SE FL is The Falls Club that also has a Joe Lee course. This informs me that in addition to being rightly sensitive to attacks however subtle we Jews are a thoughtful people who search for Truth and answers. One club manager, who asked not to be identified, said his club had some Jewish members but that they were members of families which had converted to Christianity. Very well written and thank you for sharing. Founded in 1892 as Publications of the American Jewish Historical Society, AJH is the official publication of the American Jewish Historical Society (AJHS), the oldest national ethnic historical organization in the United States. Westchester is where the greatest golfers of every age, from Harry Vardon and Gene Sarazen to Jack Nicklaus and Tiger Woods, teed it up in the most important tournaments of their day. Great golf course, great caddies who know the course, greatmore, Greenwich Country Club was founded in 1892. In 1953 our membership decided to add a swimming pool to our list of amenities offered. It was not something skimming the edges of our skin but bone deep. After marrying a non-Jew, living in an area where Jews are not abundant, I have been able to more fully appreciate and embrace my Jewishness, and to stand up for what it means to me and to my family, to my children. Here are some more photos. How does one prepare for such micro and macro aggressions? But if you can tell the story to a child or grandchild, it can be a blessing. (LogOut/ You became one, not part of the many but one. The first was Mohansic Golf Course in Yorktown, which opened in 1925 on land deeded to the county by New York State. Your blood is Jewish and now every fiber, thought, dream and breath is one. The club hosted the first Met Open to be held in Westchester in 1909, an event considered a major tournament at the time. 914.967.6000 I am sorry that this may have been one of the things that contributed to it. I woke up as they say. Fenway Golf Club opened in 1922 in Scarsdale with 27 holes designed by Devereux Emmet, who also laid out Bonnie Briar, Rye Golf Club, Hampshire Country Club, and Lake Isle Country Club. Thank you Jessica. Westchesters claim to being the birthplace of American golf is based on much more than being home to Saint Andrews, the oldest golf club in America. Re: The golf courses of the "historically Jewish clubs". I say this story only to show that 1) it was prevalent and 2) doing absolutely nothing is the go-to solution for middle schoolers. I can relate to so many aspects of it! Also, in a funny way your friends casual thoughtless bigotry actually was a gift. What a beautifully written story. How coincidental! Jessica. I like that you ended with Never Again because I believe everyone should be reminding themselves of that sentiment everyday. Great piece, Jessica. It was built in 1917 by disgruntled members of Apawamis, but closed during the Great Depression. Brother Mike came to Knollwood as head pro in 1943 after playing on tour for 18 years. Your writing is so captivating. But I remained silent. Arthur Fenn from Aiken, Georgia, who later became the first American-born golf professional, won two invitational tournaments there in 1897. Thats because I recognized that horrible feeling when your very being is challenged, at the level of your DNA. Books The 1920s is also when most of Westchester Countys public courses were built. In fact, had I had any time to think about it, it wouldve been obvious that acquiescing to her demand would be the very antithesis of everything that Superman represents. Type Private. 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. 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. Im ashamed of myself and my inaction. I was too young and ignorant to be mad, or sad, or hurt. The PGA held its first championship at Siwanoy Country Club, which was founded in 1900 by a group of Mount Vernon golfers who played on a nine-hole course in Tuckahoe they reached by trolley. I did not go to that event, but I vaguely remember him coming to town and the surrounding buzz. Regardless of the decade, the club has been home to several players who made their marks on the game, including one Ben Hogan, who was an assistant pro at Century. For my birth family, the solution was to move to a community that was predominantly Jewish. Read the latest issue of Westchester magazine for FREE! Your frame of reference doesnt contain the oh, this is what I should say or do The anger is still there, years later. The club has two 18-hole courses designed by Walter Travis as well as a parthree course and extensive practice facilities. Explore the courses, review the details, and find out which course you should play next. I felt how good itmore, Last week I was on the grounds of this country club on a beautiful fall day.more. It moved to Westchester in 1904 on the site currently occupied by Metropolis, then to Purchase in 1922. Water hazards and bunkers come into play on nearly every hole. The beautiful lighting throughout the stonework makes the new space a perfect spot for transitioning from day to night. Nothing. The fact is that because of centuries of pogroms and because of the Holocaust, Jews constitute only a small percentage of the worlds population. We made them and we lit them. Call to undefined function theme_linktree(), Re: The golf courses of the "historically Jewish clubs", Quote from: Mike Golden on September 04, 2008, 12:12:52 PM, Quote from: Matt_Cohn on September 04, 2008, 03:32:30 AM, Quote from: Jed Peters on September 04, 2008, 01:19:14 PM, Quote from: Brian Cenci on September 04, 2008, 08:25:14 AM, http://briarwoodcountryclub.com/fw/main/Club_History-5.html, Quote from: Jed Peters on September 04, 2008, 02:29:05 PM, Quote from: SL_Solow on September 04, 2008, 05:08:11 PM, Quote from: Steve_ Shaffer on September 05, 2008, 08:05:14 AM, Quote from: Mike Golden on September 04, 2008, 07:46:39 PM. 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. 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