July 2022
Hello Members, Summer is in full swing! Little kids are out of school, big kids are back from college and families are using the Club, beach and making vacation plans. As you build your family calendar, please check out our full calendar on the website for all available activities. Michigan Shores’ kick off to summer is our annual July 3rd Celebration. Set up your fireworks chairs & blankets at MSC and enjoy the annual Club Picnic before the fireworks begin at dark!
Board Membersers Suzanne M. Eschel President Nicole F. Keenan
Weather is decidedly improving, and more members are starting to enjoy the outdoor patio. With most members making reservations, a friendly reminder to call and cancel if your plans have changed. The patio is very busy and the Club wants to accommodate our members! Chef’s Ed, Steve and Jennifer have created summer menus that are now available with new salads, entrees, and deserts. Check out our new fresh pressed juices and smoothie bar in the South End, a great stop on your way out of the Club after a workout in Fitness Center.
Treasurer
Looking ahead to the rest of the month, join us for the first in a summer-long series of Wine Tasting on the Patio on July 15. Register for our second-annual Lobster Boil on July 17. Our MSC Kids Sumer Camp kicks off on July 18. Kids will participate in an array of games and activities including paddle, pickleball, fitness and outdoor activities. Sounds fun!
Board of Directors
Moving on to more active pursuits, our always popular pickle season is enthusiastically underway. Everyone is welcome – from advanced to beginners! The pool
Cathy Albrecht
remains open with opportunities to swim, rain or shine.
Vice President Eileen A. Noren Secretary Charles E. Glew
Suzanne M. Eschel Charles E. Glew Edward J. Hungler
Music, and the arts round out the offering of events this summer- Painting on the Patio, Movies on the Lawn, Music on the Patio Saturdays, and Dog Days on Tuesday!
David H. Melsheimer
With gratitude for the management team, our dedicated staff, and our loyal members.
Laura K. Mostofi
See you at the Club,
Nicole F. Keenan
Eileen A. Noren Matthew J. Revord Benjamin Rodman
Suzanne M. Eschel President
Nicholas E. Wallace
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Dining
Michigan Shores Club dining is open and ready for business 6 days a week for breakfast, lunch, and dinner this summer. From leisurely evening dining, summer Sunday brunch, family nights out, business lunches, or a quick post-workout snack, our menus offer an array of options to enjoy. Come to sample new delicious selections from our Summer 2022 menus. Reservations are recommended.
South End Café
Bellows & Patio
Breakfast
Lunch
Tuesday - Sunday 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Tuesday - Sunday 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Lunch
Dinner
Tuesday - Sunday 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tuesday - Sunday 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm Bar open to 10:00 pm
Dinner
Shawnee Pub Tuesday - Sunday 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm Bar open to 10:00 pm
Tuesday - Sunday 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm Dining reservations are still strongly encouraged throughout the Clubhouse. Please call the Front Desk at 847-251-4100 in advance to ensure seating is available when you plan to dine.
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Upcoming Events
3rd of July
Painting on the Patio
Sunday, July 3rd | 6:30pm
Thursday, July 21 | 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm $55 per person++
Stow your fireworks chairs & blankets at MSC and enjoy the annual Club Picnic before the fireworks begin at dark!
July Birthday Night Thursday, July 7 | 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm Celebrate your special day at MSC! The birthday member will be treated to a complimentary dinner entrée and choice of Chocolate or Vanilla Cake. Reservations required. Tastefully casual dress.
Golden Afternoon Luncheon Wednesday, July 13 | 12 :00 pm Mix and mingle on the patio at this special luncheon for Michigan Shores' 'older and wiser' senior members. Enjoy complimentary wine and appetizers, followed by an a la carte lunch and a special dessert. RSVP online or call 847-251-4100.
Wine Tasting on the Patio Friday, July 15 Join us for this first in a summer-long series of complimentary Friday night wine tastings. Discover new favorites with an option to purchase. Make your Patio dinner reservations and enjoy!
Lobster Night Sunday July 17 | 6:30pm Tie on your bib and get cracking at our annual New England-meets-North Shore Lobster Boil. Enjoy a three-course taste of summer, live music, member signature bar, and festive mood on tap!
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Get your creative juices flowing this summer! Join us on the Patio for a professionally-led two hour painting class to create your very own masterpiece. Includes all supplies. Member signature bar.
Young at Heart Dinner Thursday, July 21 | 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm $34 per person ++ Enjoy a dinner at the Club for members 55+. Singles welcomed (encouraged!). Music presented by the Stu Hirsch Trio. Three-course dinner. Wine with dinner included.
Nosotros Tequila Dinner Saturday, July 23 | 7:00 pm Limited to 25 | $38 per person++ Join us for an exclusive tequila tasting event and learn the story of Nosotros Tequila. Discover the unique Nosotros Blanco, Reposado, and Mezcal with light food pairings and cocktails.
Wines of Mexico with Eddie Cruz Thursday, July 28 | 6:30pm $38 per person++ Mexico produces the best Tequilas, Mezcals, and Sotols, but did you know that they also make some great tasting wines? Travel south of the border to visit some of the most beautiful wine regions in the country, tasting their Tempranillo, Cabernet Sauvignon, Sangiovese and Sauvignon Blanc.
Upcoming Events
Symmetry Wine Blending Event Saturday, July 30 | 6:30 pm $38 per person++ Winemaker Justin Seidenfeld of Rodney Strong Vineyards in California will host this exclusive blending workshop. Create your glass of 2016 Symmetry as Justin walks you through the wine blending process. Select Symmetry by Rodney Strong wines will be available for purchase following the workshop.
Summer Cellar Sellout Help up clean up and clear out our wine inventory to make space for new selections. These top-quality wines are available just above cost to our members while supplies last. To place an order, view the list, complete the order form, and either email your order, call it in or drop it off to the front desk. Orders will be honored in the in order they are received. Quantities are limited and vintages are subject to availability.
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Summer Dinng
Summer Dining Highlights Summer dining is underway at Michigan Shores, with new featured salads, light bites, entrees and desserts on the Patio and Bellows Room. We’re hearing raves about the new Thai Chicken Lettuce Wraps, Homemade Meatballs with lemon-basil ricotta, and Mediterranean Couscous Salad, among others. Have you tried one of the Bellow’s Room famous milkshakes made with local Homer’s ice cream? Don’t let the summer pass without one! On Sundays, don’t miss Raul’s Bloody Mary Bar at lunch. Reservations are always recommended for evening dining on the Patio or in the Bellows Room.
Don’t miss the Avocado Bruschetta with prosciutto and arugula, the Chicken Shawarma Salad served with warm pita, and the Summer Delight Juice with cucumber, apple, celery and pineapple. This Summer, the Shawnee Pub remains open for dining and bar service Tuesday through Sundays, serving menu items from the Bellows Rooms. Enjoy a quiet dinner or swing by the bar this summer and make use of this special cozy corner of the Club.
The South End Café features delicious updates to its café fare, with new items for breakfast, lunch and dinner and an all new fresh cold-pressed juice and smoothie menu.
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Fitness and Wellness
Welcome to the Fitness Center TechnoGym Skillmill Treadmill! You may have noticed the new treadmill in the Fitness Center. The TechnoGym Skillmill Treadmill has a wide range of options to take your training to the next level. It can be used in a variety of resistances to improve speed, agility, stamina, and agility. Check out the attached video, and try out some of the workouts below to see how this great piece of equipment can help you!
Free Walking and Running
Resisted Sprint
The curved belt of the Skillmill isn’t motorized like most treadmills. When running and walking outside, you are not only moving your body up and down, but forward through space. The Skillmill recreates that movement by requiring you to move the belt by adjusting your own speed while walking, jogging, or sprinting. When you accelerate or slow down, the belt changes speed with you, so that you are getting immediate feedback.
The heavy sled isn’t the only thing we can do from the pushing position - we can also run! The movements start out the same, but you can start to gain some speed with a little less resistance and really get those legs pumping!
Try this: Start by walking normally, then gradually increasing your speed until you are running at a comfortable pace. Then, slow back down to your walking speed. Once you’re comfortable changing speeds, try to sprint! (You can always grab the side handles for support)
Heavy Resisted Push For anyone with experience on the football practice field, you know what a great workout sled pushes can be. Crank the resistance lever to 10, grab the front handles, lean forward, and drive those legs! This is a remarkable exercise for leg strength and power, and you will certainly feel your heart pumping. Try this: Move the resistance lever to a point that you cannot run in the pushing position (this should be pretty difficult!). There are 10 resistance levels, start with level 8 and adjust as necessary. Try doing 3 attempts for 10-20 seconds each. When you finish, step off of the belt and onto the sides to rest. 8
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Try this: Lower the resistance 2 levels below your choice for the heavy push. Start in the same position and sprint forward. Remember to drive your knees forward and push all the way back through your feet. Try 3 attempts for 10-15 seconds. When you finish, step off of the belt and onto the sides to rest.
Lateral Bounds Most of the time, we don’t recommend trying to walk sideways on a treadmill. However, with the Skillmill, you are driving the belt rather than the belt driving you. We can use this to our advantage to train movement planes that may otherwise be difficult. Holding onto the side bar and using my feet to laterally drive the belt provides great exercise for the abductors and adductors, in addition to improving coordination and agility. Try this: Set the resistance lever somewhere in the middle (I suggest 5 or 6). Holding onto the side bar, start to shuffle side to side, gradually increasing your speed as comfortable. Try 3 attempts for 20-30 seconds on each side.
WATCH THE VIDEO
Resisted Backward Walking
Incline Walking
Backward walking has been shown to reduce stress on the knee joints while still being able to work the quadricep muscles intensely. Backward walking can also help with balance and coordination.
One of the most common cardio exercises in the gym. Incline walking is a great way to improve your cardiovascular health while maintaining a longer duration workout. With the Skillmill, you can set the resistance, lean slightly forward, and recreate that same incline walk while regulating your own speed as you desire.
Try this: Set the resistance to level 10, grab the front of the side bars with your back to the lake. Lean backward and try to walk by pushing your feet toward the back of the treadmill. Try 3 attempts for as long as you can manage.
Try this: Set the resistance in the middle (we suggest 5 or 6 to start) and do your incline walk as you would on a traditional treadmill. Try to maintain it for 30-40 minutes.
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Aquatics
Take the Plunge! Rain or Shine, MSC Aquatics is open for summer workouts, lessons and fun.
Staff of the Month Laima Day, Aqua Fit Instructor Laima has been a part of our team for 6 years. She is a reliable substitute instructor who brings strong and dynamic classes every time she instructs. We chose to recognize Laima this month for the many times that she stepped up to help our instructors during May and June. Many of our members and instructors mentioned her excellent communication and encouragement. Her passion for teaching and sharing her love of fitness runs deep. She has a profound appreciation for helping others achieve their goals of well-being and good health. We are glad that she is a part of the team.
CPR First Aid Training Rex will teach participants how to perform CPR and other life saving skills. Participants will receive CPR and First Aid certifications upon course completion. This blended learning course includes an online portion and an instructor-led classroom skills session. The online portion must be completed before attending the in-class portion. In-person classroom skills sessions will be offered Friday, July 1 to Wednesday, July 6, and Friday, July 8 from 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm.
Swim Lessons The Swim Instructors in the Aquatics Center have been excited to see that their schedules are filled with lessons for the summer months. The familiar faces of their MSC teachers, and the consistent air and water temps indoors ensure that learning can take place. Group lessons can be a great cost savings, ask your friends if they want to share in this great swimming opportunity.
Make Swimming Your Summer Workout: With just 30 minutes and a few useful tricks, a trip to the pool can become serious exercise. By Dana G Smith Several of our regular swimmers loved this recent article from the NY TImes, and thought the tips were useful from swimmers of all levels. We’re sharing the link here for all to enjoy! “Summer is here and you’ve decided this is the year to trade your running shoes for a pair of swim goggles. Maybe you’ve tweaked a knee and need a lower impact form of cardio, maybe you just can’t face your outdoor boot camp class when it’s 90 degrees. Whatever your reason for taking to the water, swimming is one of the best exercises you can do for your health. It’s a total body workout, taxing your arms and legs, as well as your cardiovascular system, yet it puts less stress on your joints than most other exercises. READ THE ARTICLE
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Paddle & Pickel Ball
Paddle & Pickleball this July Don’t miss these exciting happenings on the courts. Reserve your open court time online drop in, and register online for play this summer!
Monday
Thursday
Ladies Monday Night Social Paddle League
Paddle Ladies Drill
B Flight Series 6:30 pm - 7:45 pm | 15 & 16 D & E team
D & E team & 15 & 16’s | 7:00 am – 8:00 am
A Flight Series 7:45 pm - 8:30 pm | 1-14 & B Team
Tuesday Ladies Paddle Series Series 7, 8, 9 11:30 am - 1:00 pm | $29 drop in Please register online.
$25 drop in. Mens King of the Hill A Flight Series 1-18 | 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm B Flight Series 19-36 | 8:15 pm - 9:45 pm
Friday Womens In-house Paddle League 8:30 pm - 9:45 pm | 9:45 pm - 11:00 pm
CO-ED Pickleball 6:00 pm - 7:10 pm | 7:10 pm - 8:20 pm Advanced Co-ed Pickleball 8:20 pm - 9:30 pm | Tuesday | $10 per person Paddles and balls are provided.
Wednesday Ladies Paddle Series Series 11, 12 & 14 Combined Drills | 10:30 am – 12:00 pm | $29 Series 15's & 16's Combined Drill | 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm | $29 Levels will be grouped accordingly. CO-ED Pickleball 6:00 pm - 7:10 pm | 7:10 pm - 8:20 pm Advanced Co-ed Pickleball 8:20 pm - 9:30 pm | Wednesday We have players of all levels. $10 per person. Paddles and balls are provided.
10 Reasons Why Everyone is Falling in Love With Pickleball Written by American Specialty Health Pickleball is all the rage these days. Not yet sure what it is? This lively game with the funny name is a mashup of tennis, ping-pong, and badminton. Pickleball courts and clubs are popping up all over the U.S., and we’ve explored the reasons why. READ THE ARTICLE
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The Club has Plenty of Summer Fun in Store! Summer Camp, Readers Program, Game Center and more. Our MSC Camp staff is gearing up for a fun 5 weeks in July and August. The Youth Summer Readers Program still has some space for more participants to win free smoothies. The Games Center is humming along with regular visitors and families. The Youth Summer Readers Program still has some space for more participants to win prizes and reach reading goals. Rex has two more CPR certification Courses and one more Lifeguard Certification Course this summer that kids can sign up for to support their babysitting and Camp Counselor credentials.
The Summer Readers Program The program for all MSC youth began June 1st. We are excited to help kids reach reading goals throughout the summer. Kids will be acknowledged by their process and awarded for their accomplishments throughout the summer. Upcoming Reader Prizes: Milk Shake, Water Bottle, Campfire Prizes, T-shirt (for all those who opt in for prizes). Please complete the Google Sheet to sign up and help your children set goals.
MSC Summer Day Camp Begins July 18th! The last two weeks (August 8-19) are almost completely full, but we do have openings in the first 2 weeks (July 18 - 29). Our awesome staff is hired and they are starting their training (and bonding) soon. Contact Chris Warner to sign up for a spot in July or August.
MSC Junior Counselor Program The MSC Junior Counselor Program (during the first week of MSC Day Camp) also has slots available for the 2-day training in July. If you would like your 14 year old to learn CPR, First Aid, Water Safety skills and games to teach children alongside our Counselors at the MSC Summer Camp please complete this google form or reach out to Lloy.
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Wayne Equestrian Center Kids Summer Outing Wednesday, August 10 | $110.00 Per Child 9:00 am Depart MSC 10:30 am - 12:30 pm Horseback riding 1:30 pm Return to MSC for lunch 3:00 pm pick up Join us for a day of horseback riding fun! Drop the kids off at MSC in the morning, We have a chartered bus to take us to the Wayne Riding Club for two hours of riding instruction. Parental supervision is not required (with waiver). Snacks and water will be provided during the trip and lunch will be available upon our return to MSC. Pick up at 3:00 PM. Kids should wear long pants, good traction sneakers/ boots, and a helmet (bike helmets are fine). Register online soon as space is limited! Minimum age to participate is 7 years old.
Game Center
Our Supervised Games Center evenings have gotten off to a great start. Open from 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm on Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday nights Hundreds of kids have already dropped by with their signed waivers, played for a while, and ate dinner while their folks enjoyed a date night in the Aquatics Center, a visit to South End/Bellows, or some Patio time. As we look to the future, we request that families make reservations with reception or online via the Club calendar. Some nights have been very popular, which necessitates that we cap our hourly capacity at 15 children. Please note, last minute arrivals of large groups may not have access to the Game Center. We ask that an adult please accompany any child who is not potty trained. The Center is intended to provide a supervised fun retreat for kids aged 3-12 years old. While we would like to welcome kids of all ages, members who are 13 and older may be asked to leave if the ratio of younger to older kids gets off balance. Finally, for the safety of all members, please remind your children to walk as they move between venues in the Club. Our Game Center Staff looks forward to having fun with your kids. Feel free to contact Lloy (ljohnston@michiganshores.org) with further questions about planning your family’s visit to the MSC Game Center!
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Community
Welcome New Members
The MSC Golf Society
Michigan Shores is happy to welcome the following new members and their families:
The Golf Season is off and running.
Daniel Oakes Peter and Katie Borden Vytautas Kasniunas and Tracy Peterson Ryan and Lindsey Watson Richard and Margaret Bode Benjamin and Rebecca Peters Ian Fisher and Taelor Leinss Heather and John McDermott
The MSC Book Group The group will break for the rest of the summer, however, when we met June 9th we created our 2022-2023 Book List. Need some recommendations for your summer reading? Curious about our list? Would like to join us or add books to our selection? Please contact Lloy for more information. ljohnston@michiganshores.org New members are always welcome to the group. We only meet for 1 hour on the 2nd Thursday of the month.
We hope to see all of our Golf Society members at The Glen Club in 2022. Come golf at The Glen Club, whether participating in the 9-Hole League or enjoying the challenging course on your own. Golf Society membership includes a variety of benefits at the Glen Club, including preferential member tee times up to 30 days in advance with easy online booking and ~25% reduced green fees. We also offer reciprocal golf at 175 private clubs throughout the USA.
2022 9-Hole League Play Thursdays, May 12 - August 25th (exc 8/4) First Tee Time at 5:00 pm 9-Hole League Rate with cart: $48 Stay tuned for details on our Annual Golf Tournament at The Glen Club!
2022 Golf Society Dues Individual Member $250 (CDGA Index Included) Additional Family Member $50 (CDGA Index - Additional $40)
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Marianne Brady
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Eddie Cruz
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Irene Aceves
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Controller mbrady@michiganshores.org Director of Athletics acolosimo@michiganshores.org Director of Communications & Membership cpandolfino@michiganshores.org
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Paddle Director cwarner@michiganshores.org
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