HARBOR HILLS ITALIAN-AMERICAN CLUB PLANNING GOLF EVENT BY NIKKI HOFFMAN
“Mangia bene, ridi spresso, ama molto.” Eat well, laugh often, love much! This charming expression of joy is at the heart of the Harbor Hills Italian-American Club. The club honors Italian heritage and culture. President Joe Cervoni is a capable and dedicated leader. Vice President Joe Pulsone brings the fun to the events he organizes. Treasurer Pepe Guiterrez and Secretary Dana Delzio have served generously for many years.Villagers, you are enthusiastically invited to Harbor Hills Country Club to participate in the 8th Annual Italian Open on Sunday, March 20th. It is a four person scramble golf tournament with a 1PM shotgun start and lots of old time Italian joy. Two flights will be fielded; one flight for Harbor Hills golf members and a second flight for the general public and guests. Enjoy wine and cheese stations on Holes 5 and 13! Many cash prizes will be awarded, including longest drive and closest to the pin.Following the tournament, a delicious Italian dinner buffet will be served in the Regency Room. Multiple choices of authentic dishes are on the menu. Inclusive price is $55 for full golf members, $85 for the general public and $25 for dinner buffet only. Green fees, range balls and the full Italian buffet are included for all players. A 50/50 drawing and raffle will be held during dinner. A portion of the proceeds will benefit local charities.Payments should be made at the Harbor Hills Pro Shop with checks payable to Italian American Club. Call Tournament Chairman Joe Pulsone at 352-638-6698 or the Pro Shop at 352-753-7711 for details. Sign up deadline is March 13th.