December 14-January 15 Newsette

Meridian Hills Country Club

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www.meridianhillscc.org December 2014 & January 2015

Message from the President Board of Directors

Jim Dodson President Kristin Altice Tony Snider Erica Mobasser Jim Sinclair Jim Zoccola Barry Collier Tom Foster W. Tobin McClamroch Mark Linden - Treasurer Jeff Kirk - Legal Counsel

Management Team Steve Roper, CCM, CCE General Manager Ludo Aaron Head Tennis Professional Jack Barber Golf Ambassador Michael Bembenick Head Golf Professional Megan Christman Membership Director

As we begin a new year at Meridian Hills, I am thankful for the many good things that have taken place at our club. As reported at the annual meeting, the club is in strong financial shape and member utilization is near all-time highs. Golf, tennis play, paddle court utilization, and dining revenues all showed strong performances in 2014.

Success does not occur on its own, and we have been extremely well led by our General Manager, Club Professionals, staff and dozens of Jim Dodson member volunteers that serve on committees. Their hard work allows Club President us to receive excellent service. In particular, Bill Smith, our immediate past president, demonstrated an incredible commitment to the club and has put us in a great position to make strategic investments to improve. I also want to thank Jim Litten who steps off the Board of Directors for the second time, having first served the board from 1999-2001. Thank you both for your leadership.

I am a big believer that we all stand upon the shoulders of those who have labored before us, and with that mindset we look to continue our improvement efforts with a focus on the following areas: • • • •

Create a strategic and capital plan that communicates the club’s vision and goals Improve our communication channels and methods Measure and improve membership experiences at critical dimensions of the club Increase net membership

We have already begun to execute these initiatives and I will keep you posted on our progress. In the meantime, have a great holiday season and I look forward to seeing you at the Club.

Sincerely,

Ashley Goldman Communications Coordinator Octavio Gonzalez Banquet Supervisor Jim Hess Golf Course Superintendent

Jim Dodson

Kelly Letzler Catering & Events Coordinator Joe Miller Executive Chef Patrick Necessary F & B manager Jan Pyritz Accounting Manager Laura Wohlschlaeger Member Services

Meridian Hills Country Club 7099 Spring Mill Road Indianapolis, Indiana 46260 317.255.2496

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Season’s Greetings from all of us at Meridian Hills!

Have a safe and Happy Holiday Season from our family to yours.

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Message from theGeneral Manager Table of Contents

As the holiday season is upon us I want to thank the members for their generous contribution to the Employee Holiday Fund. Because of your thoughtfulness, our employees and their families will have a brighter holiday! I want to recognize the long term staff that has served you for 10 years or more.

Their dedication, commitment and passion for MHCC is an inspiration to all of us: 30+ years Bob Fine - Turf Care (33) Jan Pyritz - Accounting (30) 20+ years Jack Barber - Golf Pro (29) Paul Ray - Horticulturist (22) Cheryl Brim - Dining Room (22) Lisa Williams - Dining Room (22) Ruthie Perkins - Kitchen (21) Lee Carroll - Dining Room (21) Marketta Carroll - Dining Room (20) Petronilo Lemus - Turf Care (19) 15-19 years Joe Miller - Executive Chef (16) Elizabeth Garcia-Jimenez - Kitchen (16) Veronica Valencia - Kitchen (16) 10-15 years Joel Jenkins - Dining Room (13) Salvador Carrillo - Kitchen (13) Jim Hess - Turf Care (11) David Bertram - Turf Care (10) Dan Marinkovich - Kitchen (10) Danny McClure - Building Engineer (10)

2 ~ President’s Message 3 ~ Message from the gm 4 ~ Membership Update 5-6 ~ Upcoming Events 7-11 ~ Golf News 12-13 ~ Calendars 14 ~ Club Hours Steve Roper, CCM, CCE General Manager

Thank you for your dedication, hard work, commitment and service to MHCC!

For the month of December, we will have a menu on Sunday evenings that will offer soups, sandwiches, salads and steaks; Tuesday through Saturday we will have the full menu. The club will close January 1 and re-open on January 15 with no dinner service on Sunday evening and an abbreviated menu (soups, salads, sandwiches and steaks) on Tuesday evening. The full service menu will begin again on Tuesday, April 14th.

Enjoy your club over the holidays, and please let us know if there is anything we can do to make your club better!

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Membership Update Membership Chairman Update

I am honored to have the opportunity to serve as the Chair of the Membership Committee.

A special “thank you� goes out to Tom Foster for his leadership the past twelve months and to outgoing committee members: Steve McGovern and Kevin Stitle. We welcome our new committee members: Michael Byers, Emily Groves and Jim Crossin.

Simply put, membership is our lifeblood. While we have wonderful facilities; golf, tennis/paddle, and dining, thanks to our dedicated Club professionals and staff who serve us, what truly makes Meridian Hills Country Club unique is our members. Retaining current members and attracting new members is essential to the success of our club.

The most effective tool for new member recruitment is our members! The more members that adopt this mindset, the stronger our club will be. Our Membership Director, Megan Christman, is here to facilitate the process and make your efforts as a sponsor seamless.

Pat Schaefer

Membership Committee Chairman

If you have any questions or suggestions, please contact me at pschaefer@freedomstaffing.us. Wishing you and your family a Happy Holiday.

Sincerely, Pat Schaefer

Note to MHCC Paddle Ball Players

- The Golf Shop now has the finest Under Armour and Nike cold weather gear. Stop by the golf shop and stay warm while you play paddle this winter!

- The paddle ball court link is back on the MHCC home page. You can schedule your court times by clicking on the link.

Reminder... the club will close beginning Thursday, January 1st for our annual club maintenance projects.

We will reopen on Thursday, January 15th.

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Upcoming Events

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Upcoming Events

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The 411 on the Winter Golf Season

Golf News

As the official golf season has ended, we want to provide a few reminders: • Shop Credit MUST be used by Tuesday, December 23rd. No exceptions • If you need your clubs for the months of January and February, BE SURE to pick them up before Christmas!

Mark Your Calendar Thursday, December 11th

Bembenick’s Golf Shop’s First Annual Holiday Party - 5-8pm

Bembenick’s Golf Shop Holiday Party Thursday, December 11th 5:00pm - 8:00pm Holiday Balloon Sale

Please RSVP in the Golf Shop for the biggest sale of the year! The Holiday balloon sale will be back and great discounts will be had throughout the Shop! Christmas inspired gift wrapping will be available for every purchase!

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Golf News

Christmas Ideas and Great Stocking Stuffers

Top Gift Ideas for Men: - NEW! Peter Millar Collegiate Apparel.

Featuring IU, Butler, Purdue, and Notre Dame - BRAND NEW! Titleist 915 Drivers, Fairways, Hybrids - NEW! Callaway Big Bertha 815 drivers - Barrington Leather Accessories - Club glove travel case - Leupold Rangefinders - Dimpled rock photo - Peter Millar Men’s wear - Callaway and Titleist Vokey wedges - Odyssey putters - TM, Peter Millar, and Nike belts - Oliva Premium Cigars

Top Gift Ideas for Women - Barrington Leather, Tote Bags, and Clutches - Nike ½ Zip fleece - Straight Down lifestyle wear - Garmin Watch - Nike Shoes - Odyssey Putters - Peter Millar Women’s Apparel - NEW! Callaway Big Bertha irons Top Accessory Items: - MHCC winter stocking hat - Premium FJ Golf socks - NEW! Imperial Hats and ladies visors - Tervis Tumblers featuring MHCC, Purdue, IU, and Butler - Art & Stone coasters, clocks, bottle openers, and more - AM&E headcovers - Stitch Golf premium headcovers

Peter Millar Loafers & Martin Dingman Belts

Peter Millar Collegiate Collection

915 Titleist Drivers

Christmas Week Schedule Monday, December 22nd Tuesday, December 23rd Wednesday, December 24th Thursday, December 25th Friday, December 26th Saturday, December 27th Sunday, December 28th 8 Dec2014/Jan2015

10:00-5:00 10:00-5:00 CLOSED ALL DAY CLOSED ALL DAY 10:00-5:00 10:00-5:00 10:00-5:00

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Ireland Trip with Jack Barber

Golf News

Dear Members, As one of my job responsibilities in my role as the club Ambassador is to help, provide and suggest golf trips and opportunities for our membership. I have assisted several members and their friends on various trips this year.

I have been working on a trip to Ireland for the 2015 season and I am happy to provide you information about it on the following pages.

I am working with Premier Golf who specializes in international travel as they have the exclusive rights through the PGA of America for Ryder Cup packages, and trips to Scotland and Ireland. As recent as last summer I helped Fritz French, Mike Stewart, Tom Gardner and Dave Worthington plan a trip to Scotland which they had a fabulous time.

Our trip will be limited to the first 7 people to sign up. If we have enough demand a waiting list will start after that until we have 4 more individuals to sign up. If you are interested please let me know, or I can put you in touch with Ann Mabry, my contact person with Premier Golf for more details.

There is a $1,000.00 deposit that is nonrefundable and due on December 1, 2014.

Hope you can join me next summer for a wonderful trip to Ireland. You can contact me directly at 317-319-6422 or jackbarber@pga.com.

The very best, Jack

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e invite you to join us on this spectacular golf journey to the Southwest of Ireland hosted by the 2009 PGA Professional of the Year Jack Barber. Experience SEVEN nights and SIX rounds of golf on a selection of world-class links courses that will be sure to test your skills. With stunning views of the Irish coastline and the surrounding countryside, these courses are some of the best in the world. And no matter what your level of experience, Jack will be on hand to offer a few pointers to help you improve your round.

IRELAND Whatever your preference, this trip will be sure to delight even the most sophisticated traveler. Enjoy the camaraderie of traveling with like-minded people who are passionate about the game of golf and ready to experience a wee bit of Irish Hospitality.

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December 2014 SUNDAY

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MONDAY Clubhouse Closed

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TUESDAY

Dinner Special: Veal Liver & Onions

Meridian Hills Country Club WEDNESDAY 3 Pasta Night: Meat Lasagna

THURSDAY 4

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Friday Night Prime Rib Buffet

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Ladies Duplicate Bridge, 10:00am Chairwoman: Ann Dugan 7

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Sunday Brunch 10am - 2pm

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Sunday Brunch 10am - 2pm

Dinner Special: Chicken Pot Pie

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Family Christmas Party (no a la carte)

Dinner Special: Veal Liver & Onions 12 Wines of Christmas Tasting

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Pasta Night: Shrimp Diablo

Pasta Night: Chicken Parmesan

Live Music with Blair Clark Ladies Book Club 12pm

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Clubhouse Closed

23 Candlelight Dinner (no a la carte)

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Tuesday Night Menu

Clubhouse Closed

New Year’s Eve Dinner (no a la carte)

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Clubhouse Closed

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Reminder the Club will close beginning Thursday, January 1st for our annual club maintenance projects.

We will reopen on Thursday, January 15th

While walk-ins are welcome; immediate seating for dinner is ONLY guaranteed with a reservation.

Call 255-2496 for reservations

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Meridian Hills Country Club WEDNESDAY

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Reminder the Club will close beginning Thursday, January 1st for our annual club maintenance projects.

We will reopen on Thursday, January 15th

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Clubhouse Closed

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Ladies Duplicate Bridge, 10:00am Chairwoman: Ann Dugan 18 Sunday Brunch ONLY 10am - 2pm

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Clubhouse Closed

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Pasta Night: Chicken Picatta

Ladies Book Club 12pm

22 Dinner Special: Fried Shrimp Basket

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No Dinner Service 25 Sunday Brunch ONLY 10am - 2pm

No Dinner Service

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28 *Fiesta Night*

Live Music with Blair Clark

While walk-ins are welcome; immediate seating for dinner is ONLY guaranteed with a reservation.

Call 255-2496 for reservations

Club Contacts & Hours of Operation Managers Office

Tuesday - Sunday

317.255.2497

Member Services Desk

Monday - Friday

317.255.2496

Steve Roper, General Manager sroper@mhcc-indy.com

Laura Wohlschlaeger lauraw@mhcc-indy.com

9:00am - 6:00pm

9:30am - 5:30pm

Membership 317.860.1556 Megan Christman, Membership Director mchristman@mhcc-indy.com

Accounting Office

Monday - Friday

Jan Pyritz, Accounting Manager janisp@mhcc-indy.com Ashley LeCount, Accounting Clerk alecount@mhcc-indy.com

Catering & Events

317.251.3636

9:00am - 5:00pm

Rhonda Daly, Restaurant Manager rhondadaly@gmail.com

317.255.3369

Golf Shop December Hours

Monday Closed Tuesday - Sunday 9:00am - 5:30pm Christmas week schedule is different

Golf Shop Practice Facility Hours

Monday Closed Tuesday – Sunday 9:00am – Dusk (weather permitting and range will be on artificial turf only)

Tennis Pro Shop

317.860.1630 Ludo Aaron, Head Tennis Professional ludoaaron@gmail.com

Kids Club

Friday & Saturday only

317.255.0605

5:00pm - 9:00pm

Fitness Center 317.860.1536

Kelly Letzler, Catering & Events Coordinator kletzler@mhcc-indy.com

Food & Beverage

Golf Pro Shop

317.860.1534

Octavio Gonzalez, Banquet Supervisor ogonzalez@mhcc-indy.com Patrick Necessary, Food & Banquet Manager pnecessary@mhcc-indy.com

Monday - Sunday 6:00am - 9:30pm * Call Marcus Bastianelli at 317-373-4321 to schedule your MHCC orientation for unlimited access.*

Dining Hours

Lunch

Tuesday - Saturday

Dinner

Tuesday - Saturday Sunday

11:30am - 2:00pm 5:30pm - 9:00pm 5:00pm - 8:00pm

Take-Out Orders

Take-out orders can be made by calling the Men’s Grill at 317.860.1546 or the Hostess Podium at 317.860.1632.

Reservations

Reservations can be made by calling our Member Services desk at 317.255.2496.

Reservations are strongly recommended.

Seating upon arrival for dinner is not guaranteed unless you have a reservation.

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