It gave you backbone. Interesting that you wrote about Queen Esther. It struggled under several different ownership groups until it finally closed in 1982 and the property was sold for development. Even though we were similarly equiped with a laser sharp self-awareness and keen sense of situation, a hallmark of our secular Jewish upbringing, you were still unprepared for the baked in anti-semitism. 914.738.2730 Very beautiful story that encapsulates the age old conundrum regarding how much anti semitism and discrimination Jews in the diaspora are willing to put up with. I'm really fortunate that over the years I have enjoyed the golf course with my family. I throughly enjoyed this essay. 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. because while I was surrounded by plenty of Jewish people during childhood, it was not until years later that I realized being Jewish is such an intrinsic part of my identity. 18 Bloomer Road, North Salem 1 Wasylenko Lane, Yonkers Willie won the US Amateur twice, the British Amateur once, was captain of the US Walker Cup team, and president of the Metropolitan Golf Association. I dont think he truly understood it either. I mentioned it to my Dad who simply replied with a shrug Thats the Irish for ya! (unkowingly teaching me that two can play at that game). The simulators feature state-of-the-art technology from Foresight golf, a brand-new putting lab, and lounge area. Thanks. Its awful to know that people we went to school with harbored such prejudice whether born out of ignorance or malevolence. The only lesson that I can take from this event that still burns on the walls of my consciousness all these years later, the only lesson that I can draw strength from today, is that one must never be a bystander, nor must one ever participate in self erasure. Interestingly enough, Caddies are referred to as 'Schleppers'-has anyone played there recently? Journals 100 Shadow Tree Lane, Briarcliff Manor And that is where my anger comes in. So, in camp, which was Jewish style but not religious, we had an abbreviated Friday night service every week. When will we ever learn? And, of course, we never heard from our guest again. The golf course is beautiful. Wykagyl was noted nationally as a longtime host of LPGA events, beginning with the 1977 Talk Tournament and ending with the HSBC World Match Play Championship in 2007. Some had a few Jewish members. that is the norm. 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. It not only has an interesting version of the Biarritz but also holes such as a Capestein, Alpsberg, Redanowitz and the Schmear. Everyone speaks highly of it Oak Ridge CC in Hopkins MN is a fine old course that should be included here. I also have experienced burning moments of silence that have stayed with me. In our home lived the very essence of Tikkun Olam. 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. Seth Raynor designed a longer course that opened in 1926 and features a 19th hole that not only takes players back to the clubhouse at the end of their round, but serves as a perfect way to settle wagers. Keep a pulse on local food, art, and entertainment content when you join our Westchester newsletter. Jessica writes with wonderful, bright clarity and optimism. Prejudice and ignorance sometimes reveal themselves at unexpected times: from the mouth of a stranger, a work associate, or even a friend. Thus, we are taken by surprise; ambushed, as it were. And then it happened. Great reminder that it is hard not to act too Jewish Whatever that means. It is also considered the home of the Westchester Golf Association, which was founded in 1916, and today provides more than a million dollars in college scholarships on a need basis to caddies every year. Two clubs, Mount Kisco Country Club and Willow Ridge Country Club, exemplify the way golf clubs have evolved in changing economic and social conditions. All 18 tees and many bunkers have recently been renovated and upgraded. Our membership started growing with more and more young families and that is still the case today. WebWelcome to The Blind Brook Club . This is an essay to read and reread and to share with young people of any faith. Both of my children readily identify as Jewish, even my (technically) non-Jewish stepson came home from school one day proudly proclaiming that he and Hannah were the only Jews in his class. Jessica drew me in at the first sentence and kept me holding my breath until the last word. Private. The story taught me a very important lesson. A. W. Tillinghast was commissioned in 1916 to create the course on property where the British army camped in 1776 before defeating George Washington in the Battle of White Plains. No shame in that!! One of the largest publishers in the United States, the Johns Hopkins University Press combines traditional books and journals publishing units with cutting-edge service divisions that sustain diversity and independence among nonprofit, scholarly publishers, societies, and associations. It was really different time. All other marks contained herein are the property of their respective owners. The second PGA Championship in Westchester was held at Pelham Country Club in 1923. Here are some more photos. I have also had a few similar experiences that I still berate myself over. Our experiences as children shape our values as adults. It is extremely well written and utilizes beautifully descriptive allusions and connections that were inspired by the trauma. The Jewish Writing Project is now ranked as one of the "Top 50 Jewish Blogs" on the web. Fenway is one of the toughest short courses in Westchester. 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. Our Jewishness, my Jewishness, was not a fancy fur coat pulled out of the closet to wear on the high holy days. It should be noted that Hollywood and Engineers were not originally 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. Our new pool facility features a Junior Olympic heated pool, kiddie pool area, luxury chaise lounges & day beds, along with our Pool Grill that provides some delicious poolside offerings. 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. Sometimes antisemitic words are thrown around carelessly: Dont Jew me down, You people are so good with money but ignorance is no excuse. Type Private. I read Jessica Ursells story about Superman at the Country club. I played an event at Northmoor a few years backfast greens and the renovation they did made it an OK course. Where the Masters was conceived and the US Open broke Phil Mickelsons heart. You did, indeed, wonder why this friend invited you to go with her to the country club since you and she werent close. I felt how good itmore, Last week I was on the grounds of this country club on a beautiful fall day.more. @nuritanderson Dear Nurit, Thank you so much for your comment and understanding my anger. Site by Clubessential Options Close Site Options The day finally arrived. Our kids are always watching and as parents we are modeling behaviors that our children will emulate. Type Private. 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. At Westchester Hills, our members value a year-round experience. Search results are sorted by a combination of factors to give you a set of choices in response to your search criteria. 914.864.3000 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. 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Snead, nephew of Sam Snead and eight-time winner on the PGA Tour, was an assistant teaching pro at Century from 1964 to 1967. 914.231.3490 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. 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. Our golf course renovation & re-design, by world renowned course architect Rees Jones, was debuted to our membership in Spring 2022. "It's unbelievable how much you don't know about the game you've been playing your whole life." Brilliant writing, Jessica. Filed under American Jewry, Family history, history, Jewish, Jewish identity, Jewish writing, Judaism, Tagged as assimilation, Country Club, family history, family rituals, Family roots, immigrant experience, Jewishness, silence, too Jewish, Westchester, Workmen's Circle. Please feel free to share any other writing with me. It all began when John Reid, a Scottish-born businessman in Yonkers, gathered some friends at a cow pasture on Lake Avenue on a warm February day. 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. Im quite honored to read your memory as it helps me to rejoice in feeling whole and knowing Im not alone. The clubs history includes two notable caddies, Ed Sullivan and Gene Sarazen, who worked there together in the early 1900s. Private. 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. I like to go back and unravel events and have them make sense. In 1921 the Club purchased its property from Gedney Farm Hotel and changed its name to Westchester Hills Golf Club. I mean Im a Jew. That is until I heard that Christopher Reeve was going to film a public service announcement for the Special Olympics at one of the country clubs in our town. 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. Probably, your guilt blocked it out. I grew up in a similar environment in similar circumstances. Here are some more photos. Well told. When she says never again, you say it with her because her story is our story. They played an exhibition over three improvised holes with John Upham, and golf in Westchester sprouted from there. All rights reserved. P.O. Saxon Woods Golf Course in White Plains was added in 1931. It is important to feel like other people understand what youre going through as well. This is a painful memory, but I think you should forgive yourself for not speaking up and asking what your friend meant by telling you not to act too Jewish. You were young. I was so moved after reading Jessicas essay It really hit home for me. Indeed, 39 posted responses, so far, is much higher than on other posts Ive read. WebWestchester Hills Golf Club is a family-friendly private golf club located in White Plains, NY. Books There are probably scores of predominantly Jewish clubs in South Florida-with almost all of them being on flat, uninteresting terrain. You now understand from your own experience, who you are on a much deeper level. This is such a relatable and honest piece of writing. The New York Athletic Club, frequently in the news for its tight bars against Jews and Negroes, proved to be the most difficult club from which to get information. Jessica provides a beautiful example of how subtle yet impactful hate can be. But this was my mother in law!! Sadly, Im not surprised to hear this experience. I was simply confused and so was he. Copyright 2023 by Westchester Hills Golf Club. Not enough money then and, even if there were, membership in a country club just didnt fit our European Jewish socialist Bundist ethos. Hogan won the Westchester Open in 1940. Your blood is Jewish and now every fiber, thought, dream and breath is one. Great Essay. Was the outcome fair? But I remember some incidents from decades ago when a business trip took me out of my New York cocoon to St. Louis, Missouri and a well-meaning woman at a social affair organized to greet my arrival asked me, What church do you belong to? And I remember another incident from around the same time when I got off an airplane in Minneapolis, Minnesota and saw no one who looked like me. This piece brings the event full circle. I was to be an active participant in negating myself. But Im precise and I value clarity. It is, at once, deeply personal and universal in nature. The Pine Hollow Country Club at Oyster Bay in distant Suffolk county on Long Island was described by manager William This Jack Nicklaus signature design features undulating greens and several tree-lined dogleg fairways. 940 Winnewood Road, Pelham Manor Thank you for so eloquently sharing this searingly honest and heartbreaking experience. You have expressed the frustration that many of us have experienced being a Jew. 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. Noted architect Frank Moore created a new Northern Italian-style structure which opened on April 15, 1926. Later, I drafted an email chiding our guest, but never sent it, figuring that the lesson was mine to learn. I was too young and ignorant to be mad, or sad, or hurt. My experience of being Other was from being blond, blue eyed, and not an Italian Catholic in the very small town where we were the only Jewish family. held at Quaker Ridge in Westchester County. Thanks for sharing this memory. In 1926, another course was built to serve Lawrence Farms, a residential community. 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. A beautifully written, moving, powerful piece. Today, stories like Jesss help me to speak out against bigotry and antisemitism and for that I am grateful. Change), You are commenting using your Twitter account. Sleepy Hollow Country Club was founded in 1911 by some of the nations most prominent business leaders at the pinnacle of Americas Gilded Age. Sorry for this experience but it sounds as though, even at such a young age, the impact and repercussions of this one moment helped you coalesce a perspective that was helpful in forming who youd eventually become. Public. Perhaps a simple, What exactly do you mean by that? might have been enough to throw this girl, who was, I am certain, not as knowledgeable or thoughtful as her guest, off her high horse, and maybe even make her (if not on the spot, possibly later) consider the reductive and prejudiced nature of her comment. I look forward to reading more of Jessicas work. The blithe ignorance and the way the edict, Dont act too Jewish, slid so smoothly off her tongue still smolders in my mind to this day. A public course and two private ventures followed (and failed) until, in 1965, the current club was founded. Dan Jenkins. WebBest Country Clubs in Westchester County, NY - Knollwood Country Club, Greenwich Country Club, Sleepy Hollow Country Club, Tamarack Country Club, Westchester 914.967.6161 Your frame of reference doesnt contain the oh, this is what I should say or do The anger is still there, years later. Thank you again for taking the time to share your thoughts. My daughter asked for latkes and Chanukah candles. A great read! 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. She was clearly unable to appreciate Siegal and Shusters story of Kal-El (Supermans original name, translated from Hebrew as The Voice of God) the outsider, who, despite all his powers on earth, grew up knowing he was different than everyone around him. We think, we ponder, we discuss, and we try to figure out the why of things. 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. Built by a whos-who of businessmen headed by William Rockefeller, Sleepy Hollow has some of the most spectacular Hudson River views in the county along with a 140-room mansion, once the home of members of the Vanderbilt family. This piece is so well-written and thought-provoking. MUSE delivers outstanding results to the scholarly community by maximizing revenues for publishers, providing value to libraries, and enabling access for scholars worldwide. Jay Gould, Cornelius Vanderbilt, J. Pierpont Morgan, William Rockefeller, and other notables of the Gilded Age established the club in 1895 on the banks of the Hudson River as the Ardsley Casino. 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. One irony is that, even in the early 20th century, Jews were more likely to belong to county clubs than gentiles. WebWestchester Country Club Home Owners Association Private Clubs Website 22 YEARS IN BUSINESS (561) 733-5806 12241 Fairway Pines Dr Boynton Beach, FL 33437 8. 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. 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. Extensive course revisions in recent years have made this perennial Westchester favorite even more attractive and a greater challenge to golfers of all skill levels. Loved your bio. It was not something skimming the edges of our skin but bone deep. Its particularly known for a spectacular man-made waterfall. Nice work Jessica, what a thought-provoking piece! For generations, the Jewish country club was a place you could bring your family for the day and feel comfortable in that cocoon for hours on end. I shouldve told her then and there the absurdity and ignorance of her demand. This course begins with 473 yards of intimidation, a long par four that sets the tone for play on this Westchester classic designed by Devereux Emmet and A.W. My research has revealed only these courses are nationally rated: "Some of us worship in churches, some in synagogues, some on golf courses " Adlai Stevenson. In 1895, John Reids wife, Elizabeth, and several other Saint Andrews women leased land on North Broadway and established Saegkill Country Club. Dining Rules. I love the way this piece was written. I reconnected with extended family, attending and planning huge family seders. I didnt say a word. I just didnt think about it. It took a while before I fully recognized and accepted that in many ways, they were not my people and I was not theirs. I think this writer should recognize and value all she has held with her, what she passes on, rather than focusing on what she didnt say during adolescence. "The mystique of Muirfield lingers on. It is characterized by long sloping fairways and large, contoured greens maintained in perfect condition. It was here that the games national organizations, the USGA and the PGA of America, established their roots. From my limited understanding, Sunningdale in N.Y. is worthy of study on many levels. 1025 Cove Road, Mamaroneck A stark, indelible reminder of what we lost, what we had left, and all our hopes for the future. You missed Tillinghast's Alpine (originally named Aldecress) in New Jersey. Confronting your own memory was at least as difficult as confronting a childhood friends betrayal. Westchester Hills also features practice facilities including a driving range and two large greens to fine-tune your short game. How sad for the person who invited you to that event, that they hadnt learned to respect all religions, and that they werent taught that those words or thoughts of theirs were harmful. To thine own self be true, I love this essay! In 2012 Troon Golf Management was hired and our membership took on a large project to renovate the clubhouse, halfway house, outside patio and pool locker rooms. We ended up hanging out mostly with the Protestants or with families who summered in the town, who were more cosmopolitan. It still twists your gut! But I really wonder what you could have said that would have made this individual realize how ignorant and insulting her words and attitude were. I am a Jew and no one will ever force me to hide my identity. With irrigation came tall rough surrounding narrow fairways. Trauma distorts our perceptions and recollections, but you captured vividly your feelings in the ensuing decades. 120 Cabrini Blvd. I suppose, despite her familys membership at the country club, she didnt have many close friends. Quaker Ridge hosted the Walker Cup and Century and Old Oaks are regular sites for US Open qualifying. Each week one boy was chosen to recite Kaddish in Hebrew and one girl would recited in English. 975 Anderson Hill Road, Rye Brook WebWestchester Country Club 99 Biltmore Avenue Rye, NY 10580 Phone: 914.967.6000 2021 Westchester Country Club. Insider's Guide to Country Clubs in Westchester - Suburbs Knollwood was a nationally known tournament site in the early days of the game. I need to clarify that this incident took place after middle school. They had not only an opulent clubhouse, but also a yacht basin with a private dock and their own railroad depot, not to mention a golf course built by 20 men and 50 teams of horses. At any rate, it is an inspiring, thoughtful and thought-provoking piece of writing. Thank you for sharing this wonderful essay, Jessica. That is not to say it is alright, but we do learn a lot through pain and adversity. Isnt it our shared story of encountering antisemitism directly or indirectly, of finding our voices in adulthood and being more well equipped to confront bigotry and hatred? How does one prepare for such micro and macro aggressions? Our ancestry & family guide us into who we become in time as we grow. In addition to the previously mentioned Green Oaks in Pittsburgh (Verona actually), which is a Donald Ross, there is Westmoreland which is a 27 hole facility in Export, east of the city. This was not an Orthodox enclave but a secular community in suburban Philadelphia where many Jews had settled. 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. Copyright 20042023 Yelp Inc. Yelp, , and related marks are registered trademarks of Yelp. A friend asking us to be someone else is not a true friend. Only one historically Jewish club, Scarsdales Quaker Ridge, has been perennially ranked among Golf Digests coveted top 100 American golf courses, although some of this may be a product of biases toward the longstanding elite (and invariably WASP-dominated) courses (I can think of three Philadelphia area historically Jewish clubs that HFS provides print and digital distribution for a distinguished list of university presses and nonprofit institutions. 2023 jewish telegraphic agency all rights reserved. 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. Private. Mount Vernon Barbell Health Clubs 3. Id already dealt with a few of my husbands less enlightened acquaintances, and had no problem saying anything. Other clubs which reported, usually reluctantly, that they had neither Jewish nor Negro members, included the Winged Foot Golf Club in Mamaroneck, N. Y. ; The Orange Lawn Tennis Club in South Orange, N. Y. and The Meadowbrook Club in Jericho, L. I. Martin Barry, general manager of the Westchester County Club in Rye, N. Y. , said there were Jewish but no Negro members. Thank you sharing and reminding everyone to not be silent. The first USGA-sanctioned US Amateur Championship was held the next year at Newport CC, and he won handily. Address 401 Ridgeway, White Plains, NY 10605. The Journals Division publishes 85 journals in the arts and humanities, technology and medicine, higher education, history, political science, and library science. WebTrump National Golf Club - Westchester. The division also manages membership services for more than 50 scholarly and professional associations and societies. I wasnt really considered Outside just because I was Jewish, it was more because I was not from a conservative Swiss-Italian Catholic family. Quaker Ridge is the home of the Hochster Memorial Tournament, one of the most prestigious amateur invitational tournaments in the metropolitan area, held to honor William Rice Hochster, the clubs first president who lived near the first hole and was known to offer corrective lessons in golf etiquette when he observed infractions. These factors are similar to those you might use to determine which business to select from a local Yellow Pages directory, including proximity to where you are searching, expertise in the specific services or products you need, and comprehensive business information to help evaluate a business's suitability for you. Id been married for a couple years already. 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