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January 11, 2012

The World Golf Hall of Fame & Museum at World Golf Village Announces 2012 Inductees

Posted by Caryn Best in Golf, News, WGV Events

Five golf greats will receive the game’s highest honor when they are inducted to The World Golf Hall of Fame & Museum in St. Augustine, FL.  The list of 2012 inductees includes Phil Mickelson, Hollis Stacy, Dan Jenkins, Sandy Lyle and Peter Alliss.  The Class of 2012 will be honored at the World Golf Hall of Fame & Museum Induction Ceremony on May 7, 2012 which is the kick-off event to THE PLAYERS Championship at TPC at Sawgrass May 8-13, 2012 in Ponte Vedra Beach, FL. 

Phil Mickelson is a four-time major championship winner and met the final qualification for the ballot when he turned 40 last year.  Hollis Stacy is a four-time LPGA major winner, and award-winning journalist Dan Jenkins was selected for a Lifetime Achievement Award.  Winning 29 tournaments including 18 on The European Tour, Sandy Lyle was elected through the International Ballot, while former player and longtime commentator Peter Alliss was selected via the Lifetime Achievement Category.

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Mickelson’s career is highlighted by his four major championship titles: the 2004, 2006 and 2010 Masters; and the 2005 PGA Championship. He has 35 additional PGA TOUR wins, including the 2007 PLAYERS Championship, and three international victories. He became eligible for the PGA TOUR Ballot after his 10th year on TOUR in 2003, and met the final qualification for that ballot when he turned 40 last year.

 

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Hollis Stacy
Stacy’s career was defined by her successes in USGA events. She charged onto the golf scene by winning consecutive U.S. Girls’ Junior Championship titles from 1969-71 and remains the only player ever to win that event three times. As a professional, she won U.S. Women’s Open championships in 1977, 1978 and 1984. Stacy’s fourth major title came in 1983, when she won the Peter Jackson Classic (later named the du Maurier Classic).

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January 3, 2012

OUR MOTORING HERITAGE

Posted by Rick Pariani in Local Events, Travel, WGV Events

Vacation_Car_Clipart-3LGMost visitors to our region recognize its natural beauty – and its relation to the Atlantic Ocean and the St. Johns River. Ours is a distinctly out-door place where recreation comes easily.

Fishing, beachcombing, surfing, hiking, biking, boating and golfing are the activities that first come to mind. But, our opportunities and choices for recreation and entertainment are world-class. Coupled with our wonderful-winter-weather and comfortable fall and spring days – the months from November through May afford uniquely memorable, motoring events.

In close proximity and easily accessed, you can satisfy your diverse interests every weekend.

Start with a visit to the Turkey Rod Run, at least once – even if you aren’t shopping for a weekend special. This show and sale is the premier east coast car event and swap meet, staged throughout the 4 day Thanksgiving weekend inside the Daytona International Speedway.  Thousands of cars are displayed for both competition and sale and virtually every part you need for restoration and customizing is available. This is the place for you to buy that car of your youth or dreams. (more…)

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December 13, 2011

World Golf Village Holiday Lighting Contest Underway Now – Vote For Your Favorite!

Posted by Caryn Best in Contests, WGV Events
house1For young and old alike, touring the neighborhood to view holiday light decorations is one of the purest pleasures of the seasons.  There’s plenty of twinkle to ogle in our beautiful St. Augustine golf course community.  In fact, there’s a contest around holiday lighting going on right now in World Golf Village.  It’s not too late to enter your home and show off your holiday decorating prowess, or enter a World Golf Village neighbor.   Then view all the leaders and vote for your favorite holiday lighting display online.
 
house2The World Golf Village Holiday Lighting Contest is now in its 5th year.  Starting in 2007 with just seven homes entered, it has grown to nearly 50 homes vying for the top prize and garnering thousands of votes.  The current leader board for this year’s contest includes festive homes throughout the Neighborhoods of World Golf Village, including Kingsbury, Bearsford, Waterbury, Turnberry, Grovewood, Tuscan Wood and Windmill Estates. View the homes currently on the leader board here: www.wgvsocial.com/leaders.htm.  (more…)
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December 5, 2011

Wreath Making Event & Silent Auction Raises over $1,400 for the Ronald McDonald House!

Posted by Peyton Davidson in Community Involvement, Videos, WGV Events

janiceWe had a blast this past Thursday night at Davidson Realty making our holiday wreaths and bidding on beautiful holiday decorations! Tis the season! Not only was it fun, but we raised over $1,400 for the Ronald McDonald House -  a great organization providing a “home-away-from-home” for families so they can stay close by their hospitalized child at little or no cost. Neighbors from all over our St. Augustine golf course community including World Golf Village, Kensington and Palencia came to participate and help raise money for such a great cause.

2011-12-01_19-57-05_594Representatives from Interiors Revitalized made sure everyone left with a stunning creation. And, a big thank you to Dr. Berry and the Village Chiropractic Center of Florida for donating the gorgeous decorations. I think the wine might have helped with everyone’s creativity!  We had holiday music helping us get into the Christmas spirit and enough holiday cookies to last us until next year. What a fun event!

We hope you enjoy the video above of our special night. To donate to the Ronald McDonald House or to learn more about this spectacular charity please visit http://rmhc.org/.

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November 30, 2011

The 2011 Festival of Trees Debuts Friday at the St. Johns County Convention Center at the Renaissance Resort at World Golf Village

Posted by Caryn Best in Community Involvement, WGV Events

163790_10150370345470385_243700390384_16182321_6591327_nThe Festival of Trees with its amazing variety of beautifully decorated trees never fails to spark my creative energy.  Browsing the more than 60 decked-out Christmas trees and wreaths provides inspiration and fresh ideas for tackling my own holiday decorating.  The event is free and open to the public at the St. Johns County Convention Center at the Renaissance Resort at World Golf Village from this Friday, December 2nd through Sunday, December 11th.

The Festival of Trees started back in 2005 and has become a well-loved tradition in World Golf Village and throughout Jacksonville and St. Augustine.  It provides much needed support for needy families right here in St. Johns County with proceeds benefiting The United Way of St. Johns County and The Empty Stocking Fund. You can simply admire the trees, or you can “vote” for your favorite creations with a $1 donation which goes to charity, or you can even take a tree or wreath home with you by bidding through the silent auction. (more…)

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November 21, 2011

Local Events to Celebrate the Season

Posted by Caryn Best in Local Events, WGV Events

NightofLightsWhen you live in beautiful St. Augustine, Florida, the holiday season is not signaled by a nip in the air but rather by something much more magical and festive.  Something that lights up the night and tickles the fancy. Something that draws neighbors from Jacksonville, Ponte Vedra, Julington Creek and other places both near and far.  It’s the Nights of Lights of course, which turned on the switch this past weekend and set historic downtown St. Augustine a twinkle just like it has for the past 17 years.  In fact its the mild winter evenings in St. Augustine that make the Nights of Lights so inviting.  Strolling downtown’s cobbled streets, walking along the Matanzas Riverfront near the Bridge of Lions, browsing boutiques and enjoying the cafes under a canopy of sparkling white lights is sure to put anyone in the holiday spirit.  Nights of Lights shines on St. Augustine every evening until January 31, 2012 and is a great evening outing for family and friends visiting from out of town. 

383772_10150920825590385_243700390384_21425414_220831415_nHere are some other festive events happening in and around our St. Augustine golf course community: (more…)

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November 8, 2011

Giving Back this Holiday Season – Wreath Making & Christmas Décor Silent Auction

Posted by Peyton Davidson in Community Involvement, WGV Events

373790_10150920825870385_243700390384_21425419_828285998_nIt seems like everyone around our St. Augustine golf course community is always looking for ways to give back throughout the year, but especially during the holidays! There are many ways to get involved and help out in Jacksonville and St. Augustine, but we have an event happening right in our own neighborhood that we can all take part in. Davidson Realty and the Village Chiropractic Center of Florida are teaming up to bring you a very fun event that will be sure to get you in the mood for the holidays.

Come to Davidson Realty, Inc. on Thursday, December 1st at 7 pm to make your own one-of-a-kind holiday wreath and benefit the Ronald McDonald House at the same time!  Interiors Revitalized will be present to help you create a beautiful, unique wreath that will become part of your holiday tradition for years to come. For $30 per person (all to Ronald McDonald House) you can create your wreath, enjoy festive drinks/snacks, and listen to Christmas music. And, don’t forget to put a bid in on one of the amazing silent auction items. (more…)

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October 19, 2011

St. Augustine Golf Course Community Offers Fun for Everyone!

Posted by Kristen Calhoun in WGV Amenities, WGV Events

bbq2010-14My neighbors and I have a joke that we never leave the hood.  I was just thinking how true that statement is. I can give you so many reasons why we don’t “need” to leave our St. Augustine golf course community. Although each neighborhood within World Golf Village has unique characteristics, the overall feel our community is cohesiveness and full of activity. Whether it’s an annual get together like the barbeque at the Swim and Tennis Center this Saturday or the annual 4th of July parade at Glenmoor, the young, old and everyone in between are always getting together.

boot campBut it is not the annual activities that I find keep me close to home. Whatever your interests are, surely you can find a group to join or start your own like the Turnberry Walking Club. A great feature of the Swim & Tennis Center is that our pool is heated, so even though it’s starting to get cooler, the Water Aerobics group can keep exercising Mondays through Saturdays at 9 a.m. If you are interested in taking tennis lessons - lessons are available! Or join the Ladies Tennis group; they meet on Wednesdays and Saturdays. We even have a King and Bear Fit Camp which is a boot camp class that meets Monday, Wednesdays and Fridays on the green. Zumba Gold classes are on Saturdays and Yoga on Mondays. Obviously we have golf lessons, too!  Can you tell we have it all? (more…)

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