WCL
February 2025
Letter PRESIDENT'S
Mark J. Sobeck Westmoreland Club President
Dear Fellow Westmoreland Club Members, As I’m writing this, the single-digit deep freeze just broke and thankfully we are heading into some milder temperatures for the next couple of weeks. Winter is a great time to enjoy the warmth of The Westmoreland Club. There are many member events planned, including Valentine’s Day dining options, along with the weekly happy hour cocktail parties. These are very affordable at $15 per member and $20 per guest. I attended the last one and about 70 people had a wonderful time socializing, and in some cases meeting fellow members for the first time. This is also a great and affordable party to invite guests, expose them to our wonderful club, and possibly get them interested in joining. I’d also like to remind you of how important it is to support our club with dining as much as possible. The food quality has been fantastic under Executive Chef Luke Swick, and there are many new and delicious menu items to try. In addition to the food quality improvements, the service has been exceptional. The more people dining at the Club, the better. It’s your club, you own it, so please remember to use it as much as possible. Looking forward to the brighter and warmer days of Spring, which are right around the corner. Regards, Mark J. Sobeck
2025 ELECTIVE OFFICERS & GOVERNORS
OFFICERS
BOARD OF GOVERNORS R. Clements Gover George G. Conyngham, Jr. Nicholas Gallo John D. McCarthy, Jr. Thomas J. Mosca Mark C. Oley Richard A. Rose, Jr.
President Mark J. Sobeck First Vice President Sean C. McGrath Second Vice President Thomas Evans, Jr. Secretary Treasurer James T. Shoemaker
Message GENERAL MANAGER’S
Matthew Riviello Westmoreland Club General Manager
In an effort to continue communicating with the membership, we have begun this monthly digital newsletter. We hope that you find it informative and keeps you up to date with what is happening at the Club. With this in mind, we are actively planning a variety of member events, both big and small, and have already made significant progress on some of these initiatives. Our goal is to enrich your membership experience by providing something engaging every day of the week
We have already begun our Jazz Club Brunch every Sunday with The Westmoreland Club Jazz Band. The hours for this are 10 AM – 2 PM every Sunday, and we are pleased to say we are seeing overwhelming response and attendance on a weekly basis. The menu changes weekly so be sure to stop in and see what Chef Luke comes up with every week. With that being said we have brought back the weekly cocktail party. This event will happen every Friday evening and allow the membership to have cocktails in a specific location while interacting with fellow members. In the coming weeks, we are also going to add a unique feature to this event by allowing members who are interested to work alongside our Beverage Manager – Alex Cruz – by serving as our bartender(s) for the evening. Tuesday, February 4th, we will be hosting the 2nd installment of our Dinner Series in conjunction with Southern Wine & Spirits and Heaven Hill Distillery. This event will start at 6:00 PM and will offer a complimentary pairing of Executive Chef Luke’s cuisine with Elijah Craig and Heaven Hill Samplings. Beginning on February 19th and continuing every Wednesday through April 16th, we are bringing back our Culinary, Pastry, and Mixology classes. These classes allow our members the opportunity to spend the evening with the experts in their field. Luke, Brittany, and Alex have been working all winter to come up with programs that will be fun and informative in all aspects. Thursday, February 20th is shaping up to be an exciting evening. We have combined forces with Aaron Fusco, who was at the Club many years ago, to continue to focus on our wine program at the Club. Over the past few months, we have received feedback and have spent a lot of time upgrading our overall wine portfolio from by the glass offerings to expanding on our by-the-bottle program. For this evening, Aaron will give attendees the tools to be able to approach the expanded wine list at the Club and make selections with confidence. This is a unique event and Aaron will spend the evening with us. Space will be limited so please be sure to sign up quickly as we are filling up. As we continue to focus on expanding our member programming there are two things I would like to mention. First, the success of your club is dependent on you utilizing everything the club has to offer. Secondly, if there are enhancements in programming that you would like to see, please reach out to me directly and we can discuss and determine the best way to incorporate this into our programming.
Matthew Riviello General Manager
FEBRUARY Sweet Happenings
WESTMORELAND CLUB
SWEETHEART DANCE SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 1, 2025 Cocktails & Hors D’oeuvres at 6:00 PM | Dinner at 7:00 PM All cocktails by member signature. Dinner Buffet CLASSIC CAESAR SALAD chopped romaine, pecorino, herbed crouton WINTER GREENS SALAD English cucumber, grape tomato, julienne carrots, champagne vinaigrette ROSEMARY CRUSTED SKIRT STEAK horseradish cream, roasted garlic demi glace CHICKEN PICCATA artichokes, capers, lemon beurre blanc CHEESE TORTELLINI hearty tomato cream, pecorino SOUR CREAM & HERB MASHED POTATOES WINTER VEGETABLES AU BEURRE For The Daughters CHICKEN BITES MINIATURE BURGERS SIGNATURE MAC & CHEESE PASTA & MARINARA BUTTERED NOODLES GRILLED CHEESE BITES VEGGIES & RANCH MELON HEARTS & BERRIES Sweet Heart Treats & Sweets Station
MEMBERS: $45 CHILD: $30 CHILD: $30 GUEST: $50 GUEST: $50 GUEST CHILD: $35 GUEST CHILD: $35
For reservations, reserve on the app, online at www.westmorelandclub.org or call (570) 822- 6141.
DINNER PAIRING SERIES
FEBRUARY 4, 2025 | 6:00 PM
SOCIALIZE WITH STEVE GRZYBOWSKI FROM SOUTHERN WINE & SPIRITS AND MADISON MARKS OF HEAVEN HILL DISTILLERY FROM 6:00 PM - 6:30 PM.
FIRST COURSE BROWN SUGAR BACON jalapeno marmalade
ELIJAH CRAIG STRAIGHT BOURBON
SECOND COURSE WHIPPED RICOTTA CROSTINI salt cured egg yolk, prosciutto, red chili honey
ELIJAH CRAIG STRAIGHT RYE
THIRD COURSE BUTTERSCOTCH BRAISED BEEF butternut squash risotto, roasted parsnip hash
ELIJAH CRAIG BARREL PROOF
FOURTH COURSE TIERED SWEET POTATO CHEESECAKE streusel crumble, maple cayenne caramel, toasted pecans
HEAVEN HILL BOTTLED IN BOND
LIMITED SEATING AVAILABLE. MEMBERS ONLY: $125 | CLUB CASUAL ATTIRE
For reservations, reserve on the app, online at www.westmorelandclub.org or call (570) 822-6141.
FEBRUARY
Galentine’s Party WESTMORELAND CLUB 6 february 6pm- 10pm Complimentary Cocktails & Hors D’oeuvres from 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM. After 7:00 PM, all cocktails by member signature.
ENTERTAINMENT BY DJ GATSBY
interactive truffle station
permanent jewelry making
The Menu PETITE SALADS CLASSIC CAESAR
WINTER GREENS romaine, pecorino, herbed crouton pomegranate, goat cheese, candied pecans, strawberry vinaigrette MEDITERRANEAN TRIO OF HUMMUS crisp vegetables, pita, naan, fresh breads SPICED CARROTS WITH WHIPPED FETA WARM EGGPLANT CAPONATA dolma, feta, greek olives, ripe tomato, tzatziki sauce, cucumber
RETRO FONDUE DIJON & WHITE CHEDDAR, GINGER & RED CHILI, SWEET SPICED RUM & CIDER artisanal breads, soft pretzel bites, granny smith apples, shrimp, beef satay, chicken satay, assorted veggies & other chefs favorites PASTA STATION chef’s assorted house sauces & accoutrements CHOCOLATE FOUNTAIN & PETITE DESSERTS
members: $55
Guests: $60
Galentine’s Glam Attire
For reservations, reserve on the app, online at www.westmorelandclub.org or call (570) 822-6141. Cancellations will be accepted without charge until 5 PM on Thursday, January 30.
Cocktail Party “FRIDAYS IN FEBRUARY” THE WESTMORELAND CLUB
FEBRUARY 7 | FEBRUARY 21 | FEBRUARY 28
February 21 - celebrity bartender night! *details to follow
Complimentary Cocktails & Hors d’Doeuvres
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
MEMBERS: $15 | GUESTS: $20 Club Casual Attire
RESERVE A TABLE IN THE DOWNTOWN GRILLE FOLLOWING THE EVENT!
For reservations, reserve on the app, online at www.westmorelandclub.org or call (570) 822-6141. Cancellations will be accepted without charge until 5 PM one week prior to event.
MARCH
Dinner Pairing Series 2 0 2 5
MARCH 4 AT 6:00 PM Women in Wine Spend an evening with Yvonne Cavalieri from Southern Glazers Wine & Spirits, and Adam Diekow, of Jackson Family Wines. Enjoy wine-educated conversation, sample hand selected wines and indulge in perfectly paired courses crafted by Executive Chef Luke. This event is members only, and space is limited.
Explore the exciting new selections on our Downtown Grille Wine Menus, The latest in libations.
featuring a diverse range of options available both by the bottle and by the glass, perfect for enhancing your dining experience.
Upcoming Events
SAVE THE DATE! FAMILY FUN NIGHT 3.22.25
The Westmoreland Club is an excellent choice for hosting your graduate’s celebration, offering a sophisticated atmosphere and customizable menu options to suit your preferences. Whether you’re envisioning an elegant sit-down dinner or a casual buffet, the Westmoreland Club team is dedicated to making your event unique and memorable, ensuring a perfect backdrop for celebrating this significant milestone! Our Pastry Department is ready to create the perfect dessert to suit your needs, whether it’s a small cake or an elaborate dessert buffet, with themes tailored to your event. The Westmoreland Club offers a variety of indoor and outdoor event spaces, including the elegant Grand Hall and the picturesque Courtyard, providing a perfect setting for any occasion. To reserve your desired date and secure your space, contact our Event Coordinator, Lesley Schrode, at (570) 285-8920. CELEBRATING A RECENT GRAD?
CELEBRATE SUCCESS AT THE CLUB
FOOD & BEVERAGE MEMBER DINING & PERKS
DOWNTOWN GRILLE FEATURES Did you know? Executive Chef Luke and the Westmoreland Club Culinary team compose creative nightly Chef Features, from small plates to entrées, inspired by in-season ingredients. Don’t forget to sample the latest selection of handcrafted specialty cocktails and wine offerings, along with decadent dessert creations composed in house by the Westmoreland Club pastry team. T o view the latest Downtown Grille menus, download the Westmoreland Club app or view online at www.westmorelandclub.org
Member Reward Program Member dining credit every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday evenings up to $25 with the purchase of 2 entrées. Some restrictions apply. Please see Member Dining Credit policy for more information.
MEET US IN THE MAIN BAR.
Whether you’re stopping in for an after-work refreshment or looking to book this space for a personal get together, The Main Bar is a perfect location for a casual evening spent amongst company and always available!
For booking inquiries, please contact our Event Coordinator Lesley Schrode at (570) 285-8920.
FOOD & BEVERAGE MASTERING THE CRAFT
Culinary Class with Executive Chef Luke Join Executive Chef Luke in the Westmoreland Club kitchen for an evening of culinary education featuring a hands on production of some cold weather classics. Afterwards, enjoy a plated meal featuring the items you’ve learned! *Keep an eye out for a vegetarian/vegan inspired class!
2.19.25 | 3.12.25 | 4.2.25
THESE EVENTS ARE LIMITED TO 12 PEOPLE. MEMBERS ONLY: $85
FOOD & BEVERAGE MASTERING THE CRAFT
Pastry Class with Pastry Chef Brittany Join Pastry Chef Brittany in the Westmoreland Club pastry kitchen for an evening of pastry education. You will start your night with a brief introduction on classic Puff Pastry, followed by a demonstration and hands-on production of versatile utilizations of the dough, from savory to sweet. You’ll complete the night by enjoying some freshly baked traditional treats & paired wine.
2.26.25 | 3.19.25 | 4.9.25 THESE EVENTS ARE LIMITED TO 12 PEOPLE. MEMBERS ONLY: $85
FOOD & BEVERAGE
MASTERING THE CRAFT
Mixology Class with Beverage Manager Alex
Spend the evening with Alex and learn fundamental bartending techniques such as how and when to properly shake and stir cocktails, and how to use essential bartender tools. Whether you are a curious beginner or an experienced cocktail connoisseur, you’ll leave with the inspiration, techniques and knowledge to take your at home entertaining to the next level!
3.5.25 | 3.26.24 | 4.16.24 THESE EVENTS ARE LIMITED TO 12 PEOPLE. MEMBERS ONLY: $85
CLUB HAPPENINGS
Member Exclusive Programming
Afternoon Delight priced beer, wine and spirits! Tuesday through Friday from 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM. and Saturday 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM. Any bar location. Premium level spirits not included. Happy Hour 4 PM- 6 PM Kick-off your evening with half
ARE FOR BRUNCH SUNDAYS Enjoy a Sunday at the Club featuring specialty cocktails, a Brunch à la carte menu and live entertainment provided by The Westmoreland Club Jazz Band. Every Sunday through March.
Register for the second annual Westmoreland Club Texas Hold ‘Em Tournament featuring 6 Rounds (every Tuesday through February 18). The winner of each week will advance to a Championship Round. 7th Week: Feb. 25 Championship Round Winner (and one guest) will receive a GRAND PRIZE of COMPLIMENTARY entry to Member Events through December. *some restrictions apply*
NO ENTRY FEE
ALL COCKTAILS BY MEMBER SIGNATURE.
WESTMORELAND CLUB Valentine’s Candlelight Dinner Friday, February 14, 2025 IN THE DOWNTOWN GRILLE & MAIN DINING ROOM Treat your sweetheart to a romantic evening in soft candlelight featuring a specially curated dinner menu by Executive Chef Luke Swick.
Reservations are available every half hour between 5:00 PM and 10:00 PM.
Club Casual Attire
For reservations, reserve online at www.westmorelandclub.org or call (570) 822-6141.
Westmoreland Club
AN EVENING WITH Aaron Fusco
February 20, 2025 6:00 PM
Join us at The Westmoreland Club for an enlightening evening with Aaron Fusco, featuring wine education and tasting. The event kicks off in the Main Dining Room with delightful hors d’oeuvres and a chance to engage in conversation while reviewing our curated Wine List. Attendees will gain valuable insights on how to navigate the wine list and discover the perfect wine pairings to enhance their dining experience. Immediately thereafter, Aaron will be in the Governors Room, where he will host an “Ask The Expert”, and “Guess The Wine” session. Learn to navigate wine lists like a pro.
Aaron joined taste56 in 2019 as the Executive Wine Director before assuming his current role as the VP of Operations. Prior to being part of the taste56 family, Aaron was the Wine Director at the Michelin Starred restaurant Café Boulud where he was responsible for the curation and pricing strategy of its 4,500 bottle wine cellar, including maintaining a vast network of top distributor and key producer relationships as well as spearheading staff education, mentorship, and the management of private events. Before assuming his role at Cafe Boulud, Aaron rose from a server to sommelier, leading a team of three somms at Restaurant Daniel. His experience not only sparked his passion for wine and hospitality, but also illuminated their important as key business differentiators. In 2016, Aaron took on the side role of beverage director at the critically acclaimed Brooklyn restaurant, Oxalis, then a pop-up, including designing and executing the service delivery which sparked an entrepreneurial itch and his eventual interest in joining a start-up. The culmination of his experience, passion for operational excellence, and belief in our mission at taste56 lead to many conversations with James Fantaci and ultimately led to his eventual addition to our team as one of the earliest hires. He is now a key part of our executive team.
Reserve a table in The Downtown Grille following the event!
MEMBERS ONLY: $50
Club Casual Attire Reservations are limited.
For reservations, reserve on the app, online at www.westmorelandclub.org or call (570) 822-6141. Event cancellations will be accepted without charge until 5 PM on Thursday, February 13.
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IN THE KNOW
TECHNOLOGY UPDATES
Access monthly statements, make dining reservations, check upcoming club event calendars and browse photographs from past events, and more! Please visit www.westmorelandclub.org NEW MEMBER LOG IN: Username - Member # (e.g., 1234) For spouses, append an s (e.g., 1234s) to the member number Enter your temporary password, which is your last name in lower case. Example Member Name: John Smith Member Number: 123 Password: smith
Tag @westmorelandclub in your Clubhouse photographs for a chance to be featured in the next issue of Westmoreland Club Life magazine. TAG US!
Follow The Westmoreland Club on Instagram and Facebook for event insiders and behind the scene views of all things #ClubLife. We encourage current club members to request an add for the Members of the Westmoreland Club Facebook group, which features club event photos, daily updates on member dining menus, weekly member programming news, and upcoming club event announcements. @westmorelandclub facebook.com/westmorelandclubWB Private Group: Members of The Westmoreland Club
Once you log in, please update your password by following the on-screen instructions.
“YOU SPEAK, WE LISTEN.”
Within the benefits of the newly established platform, The Westmoreland Club membership will also receive dining & event surveys through Happometer . Generated to each member after every dining visit or event, the Happometer Survey will help The Westmoreland Club to understand the member experience, enhance member engagement, and facilitate the flow of feedback from membership to management. We encourage all members to participate!
Stay Connected >> As a part of your Westmoreland Club membership, take advantage of the free access to our Westmoreland Club app. Built with our members in mind, the app allows you to conveniently access the most useful tools of The Westmoreland Club website directly on your smartphone. View dining menus, reserve a table in The Downtown Grille, sign up for the next Club event, place a take out order, request a shuttle service, contact concierge, and more.
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A REMINDER FROM THE HOUSE COMMITTEE IN THE KNOW
CANCELLATION POLICY - MEMBER EVENTS We appreciate your understanding of our cancellation policy, which necessitates notifications at least one week prior to events. This advance notice allows us to effectively manage resources and maintain a high-quality experience for all members. We acknowledge that unforeseen circumstances may occur; therefore, if you need to cancel, please contact the club within the specified one-week timeframe to help us uphold our event standards. MEMBER DINING CREDIT Buy one entrée and receive the second entrée free (lower price entrée is free, up to a value of $25) when you dine in The Downtown Grille, Porch, or Malt Club, Tuesday through Friday evenings. Reservations must be made by 5:00 PM that day to qualify. (Special Kirby Center performances, special dining nights, and Club events are excluded.) One credit per month, per member. DRESS CODE Club Casual Attire is permitted in the Clubhouse at all times with the exception of The Main Dining Room and consists of the following: Non-Permissible Attire: ripped, distressed or frayed denim, athletic shoes, flip flops, hats, cargo shorts, athletic shorts, sweatshirts, sweatpants, cargo pants, tee shirts of any kind, tank tops, halter tops. or elastic leggings. Relaxed Summer Casual Attire for The Porch, The Malt Club & The Courtyard from Memorial day through Labor Day: Men & Women: In addition to Club Casual Attire, dress shorts and Bermuda shorts with collared shirts and leather dress sandals are permittes. Shorts will not be permitted in the Downtown Grille or other areas of the clubhouse. Men: collared shirts, tailored slacks, dress denim, and dress shoes or loafers. Women: tailored slacks, dress denim, skirts, blouses, or comparable attire, CELL PHONE POLICY When entering the Clubhouse, the House Committee asks that all members and their guests set their cell phones to vibrate. Cell phones, smart devices, and laptop computers may be used in Bistro 59, The Franklin Room, The Heritage Room, and private rooms, but are not permitted in any member dining room or bar. GUEST POLICY Guests, including relatives of members, will be accorded privileges of the Club only when accompanied by a member or associate member. To insure members have first priority for access to reservations and events, non- member guests are limited to five visits per year. Additionally, some club parties with higher demand will be limited to members only. The privileges of the Club may be extended by courtesy card to out of town guests. The member or associate member shall be responsible for the conduct of his/her guest or guests and for any charges not paid by such guest or guests in the same member as if contracted by the member or associate member. The Club will always endeavor to help members entertain their guests in the Clubhouse, provided prior arrangements have been made with the Member Services Director.
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