Welcome To 2024/2025 Season At Ha’Penny

Welcome to another exciting season at Ha’Penny Beach Club! We’re thrilled to see familiar faces and welcome new ones as we kick off 2024/2025. This year, we’re enhancing your experience with upgraded tables and chairs and a refreshed wine and spirits list for our upgraded bar, complete with enhanced bar service during happy hour.

We’re diving right into the season with a fantastic lineup of holiday events. Join us on December 5th for a delightful lunch at 12 PM, followed by Game Day starting at 1 PM. On December 9th, come together for our cherished tradition of Holiday Decorating from 9:30 to 11:30 AM, where members volunteer to deck the halls with festive cheer.

Celebrate the season on December 12th with a Holiday Cookie Swap at 10:30 AM, paired with lunch and another lively Game Day. Don’t miss our Holiday Party on December 17th at 6 PM—festive attire encouraged! Then, on December 19th, dive into our first Book Club meeting featuring Doris Kearns Goodwin’s An Unfinished Love Story, moderated by Ellen Ruslin at 10:30 AM, followed by lunch and Game Day.

Wrap up the month with a Saturday Holiday Dinner Buffet on December 28th at 6 PM and start 2025 in style with our New Year’s Day Brunch on January 1st at 11:30 AM.

Looking ahead, save the date for our Second Annual International Women’s Day Luncheon on March 8, 2025. Featuring Chef Ralph Motta’s global menu and wine pairings, it promises to be an unforgettable celebration.

We’re also excited to welcome new full members Lisa Mordhorst, Donna & Mike Trappen, and Veronica Birkenstock. Their introductions will appear on HaPennyClub.com and in our upcoming newsletters. Let’s keep the momentum going—please invite friends and potential members to share in the Ha’Penny experience.

Here’s to a season filled with joy, connection, and unforgettable memories!

Warm regards,
Jim Hughes, President
Kristin Bryant, Vice President


Welcome Back! Let’s Share Our Stories

As the seasons change and we step into a new chapter at HaPenny, we’re thrilled to welcome everyone back to our vibrant community. Whether you’ve been soaking up the summer sunshine, diving into a pile of books, exploring faraway places, or simply enjoying the rhythms of daily life, we hope your time has been fulfilling and restorative.

Now, it’s time to reconnect! We’d love to hear from you as we prepare for the upcoming HaPenny newsletter. Share your news, memories, and inspirations with us—everything is fair game!

  • What’s been on your mind or in your hands? Maybe it’s a book that swept you away, a film that moved you, or a creative project you tackled.
  • Did you explore somewhere new? Share your travel stories, the sights, and experiences that left an impression.
  • What’s happening closer to home? We’d love to see snapshots of your garden, hear about new hobbies, or learn how you’ve been spending your time.
  • Looking ahead: What are you most excited about for the new HaPenny season?

Send your stories, photos, and reflections to Theda Sandiford at bondgyrl@gmail.com for inclusion in the newsletter. It’s a wonderful way to stay connected and celebrate the richness of our shared community.

We can’t wait to see what everyone has been up to and what you’re looking forward to in this new season together. Let’s make this year at HaPenny a celebration of creativity, connection, and shared joy.

P.S. Don’t wait too long—share your updates soon so we can include them in the upcoming newsletter!


Sneak Peek: Ha’Penny 2024/2025 Season!

We’re thrilled to unveil a sneak peek at the Ha’Penny 2024/2025 Season! Summer members, please join us on Tuesday, November 19th, and meet our in-season members. See you there!

The new season promises exciting events, including:

  • Cooking with Ralph: Join us for lessons on select Thursdays before game day.
  • Holiday Buffet: Indulge on Saturday, December 28th.
  • 2nd Annual International Women’s Day Luncheon: Celebrate with us on March 8th.
  • Ralph Chef’s Showcase: Enjoy a new Saturday night six-course dining experience, open to the public with special discounted pricing for members.

The full schedule will be published in September but go ahead and get a head start, go ahead and mark your calendars and get ready for a fantastic season at Ha’Penny!