Pro Tennis Series activities to heat up in January

Steve Ethier, defending champion of last year's Pro Tennis Series

The popular tennis tournament kicks off with the Tennis Ball and Silent Auction on January 25, 2012 at 6 p.m. at the Clubhouse Restaurant of the Boca Grande Club. The seven-week tennis tournament featuring area teaching professionals begins on February 1 at 4 p.m.

Sixty percent or more of the $100 Tennis Ball ticket will benefit the Suncoast Humane Society. Patrons of the Tennis Ball can enjoy the food offerings from the club’s new chef, Greg Foos. Chef Foos is excited about his food stations: French, Asian and Italian. Wine, cocktails and dancing are also included in the evening’s festivities.