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NewsetteMeridian Hills Country Club

April 2015www.meridianhillscc.org

Summer is rightaround the corner!

There are lots of exciting things happening and we are looking forward to a great season!

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April 2015 www.meridianhillscc.org

Management TeamSteve Roper, CCM, CCE General Manager Ludo Aaron Head Tennis ProfessionalJack Barber Golf AmbassadorMichael Bembenick Head Golf ProfessionalMegan Christman Membership DirectorAshley Goldman Communications CoordinatorJim Hess Golf Course SuperintendentKelly Letzler Catering & Events CoordinatorJoe Miller Executive ChefPatrick Necessary F & B manager Jan Pyritz Accounting ManagerJake Schwichtenberg Dining Room ManagerLaura Wohlschlaeger Member Services & Communications

Meridian Hills Country Club7099 Spring Mill Road

Indianapolis, Indiana 46260317.255.2496

Message from the PresidentBoard of Directors

Jim Dodson PresidentKristin AlticeTony Snider Erica MobasserJim SinclairJim ZoccolaBarry Collier Tom Foster W. Tobin McClamroch

Mark Linden - TreasurerJeff Kirk - Legal Counsel

2 April 2015

Earlier this year, your Board of Directors, Past President’s Council, Committee Chairpersons and management team completed a planning retreat that crafted a vision for the club, strategic priorities for this year, and short term action plan to implement in the next 6 months. I am pleased that your Board of Directors adopted and approved the following at our meeting March 18, 2015:

Our vision for Meridian Hills Country Club is to be widely recognized as a premier family country club in the Midwest, whose tradition of distinguished membership provides exceptional social opportunities, facilities, amenities, and grounds as a gathering place for the whole family to enjoy year round.

Strategic Priorities for 2015#1 - Continually improve Club facilities to exceed member expectations. #2 - Strengthen marketing & communication efforts to increase and retain Club membership. #3 - Increase and diversify revenue to support capital improvements for the Club.

Short-term Action plan for 2015 fiscal year:1) Increase parking by approximately 60 spots by demolishing the golf equipment storage shed, and building a new storage barn in the “dump area”, and paving and striping the lot. 2) Replace the aged cardio equipment in the fitness room with new treadmills, elliptical, bikes, and a rowing machine.3) Improve the pool facility by gaining new lounge chairs, starting blocks for the swim team, and tables and chairs in the pool dining area with a new bar.4) Create a new outdoor gathering space on the deck near the Pro shop with a fire pit and all weather bar station.5) Implement Jonas Software allowing an updated website infrastructure which enables reservations for golf, dining, special events messaging, member account information and a social networking platform.6) Add new golf tee boxes allowing for 5 separate areas designed to allow players of all abilities to play at an appropriate distance, resulting in faster rounds.

No Cost to Membership:With appreciation of the hard work of previous boards and our management team, we are able to make these improvements within our current financial means. Now that is exciting!

Now is a perfect time to invite a friend to join Meridian Hills: Our membership committee has reintroduced an incentive program which reduces the cost of membership, and provides a credit for sponsors, which is further detailed in the membership section of the Newsette. This program helped to bring in 47 members a few years ago, and our goal is to have that same type of success. Now is a great time to be a member of Meridian Hills.Sincerely,Jim Dodson

Jim Dodson Club President


April 2015

Message from theGeneral ManagerTable of Contents

Steve Roper, CCM, CCE General Manager

Jane BeeringElizabeth OttValri Sandoe

IN MEMORIAM:

2 ~ President’s Message 3 ~ Message from the gm 4-5 ~ Membership Update 6-9 ~ Upcoming Events

10 ~ Aquatics News

11-12 ~ Golf News

13-14 ~ Calendars

15 ~ Club Information

This season will offer some new improvements that the membership will find makes your club even better! Some of these are:• Improved parking space• Pickle Ball has been added at the Tennis Complex• New furniture and a bar in the pool screened area• Beverage and food service on the pool deck• Fire pit, sitting area and outdoor bar will be built in the rear patio area• New cardio equipment will be purchased for the Fitness Center• New golf tees have been added for 5 sets of tees, allowing all levels for players; young, still young, and youngsters to play an appropriate course.• A new website and mobile platform that will allow members to make tee times, dinner reservations, check their account, make payments, and get pertinent club information, all on your handheld device!

Michael and Ludo and their staffs are set for a great season along with our newest addition, swim team coach Ed Ahlbrand and Ashley Gilchrist, as our pool manager and assistant swim team coach, we are primed and pumped about the year!

The food at Meridian Hills is exceptional, thanks to Executive Chef and Food & Beverage Director, Joe Miller. Chef Miller’s responsibilities now extend to the service of our staff. Under his direction and leadership, Patrick, Jake and staff are continually stepping up their game. Kelly Letzler, our Catering Manager, will see that every detail of your event is carried through to your expectation. Our food and wine service program is among the very best.

Membership has been very active in the early spring. It promises to be more so with our Partner Program from April 1st to July 31st, there is never a better time to join Meridian Hills. And our Junior payment program is an incredible value and very affordable for the younger couples and families. Please see Megan Christman for more information.

It’s an exciting time for MHCC and the staff looks forward to a great year. As always, please NEVER hesitate to allow me to honor your request, get feedback and help you enjoy your club!

See you at the club! Steve Roper

Ladies Duplicate Bridge When: 10:00am every 1st & 3rd

Thursday of the month. Where: Ladies Card Room

Questions? Contact Chairwoman, Ann Dugan


April 2015

Membership UpdateMembership Chairman Update

It has been a long winter but, spring is upon us and the club is looking forward to a successful season. The golf course and tennis courts have finally dried out and now is a great time to get out and enjoy a round of golf and/or a great game of tennis.

Remember to make reservations now for Breakfast with the Bunny (April 4th) and our fabulous Easter Sunday brunch on April 5th. Chef Joe always has a fabulous Easter buffet and I am sure he will be excited to see you enjoying his wonderful food creations.

The Membership Committee had a very productive meeting in March, one of the items we discussed was our fabulous Jr. Golf Program. MHCC has one of the best programs in the Midwest, the details on the program are on the following page. As always you can reach out to Megan Christman for more details or to suggestion a potential Jr. Member.

Thanks for your continued support!Pat Schaefer

Pat Schaefer Membership

Committee Chairman

Welcome New MembersPlease help us welcome the following new members who were accepted as members of the Club.

Berry, William Mitchell "Mitch" (Lindsey) MOBI Wireless Management3132 Framingham Lane Carmel, IN 46074 (317) 344-0660Membership Class: Resident ClubhouseSponsors: Norma Reeder and Melanie Kingsley

Goldman, Mr. Grant and Ashley Pepper Construction Company of Indiana841 Stockbridge DriveWestfield, IN 46074 (317) 710-2859Membership Class: Junior GolfingSponsors: Bill McCarthy and John Lewis

Hancock, Mr. Todd International Medical Group2417 East 80th StreetIndianapolis, IN 46240 (305)733-8537Membership Class: Resident TennisSponsors: Joseph Brougher and J. Todd Morris


April 2015

Membership UpdatePartner Membership ProgramEffective April 1st; we are re-introducing a “Partner Membership Program” that will reward you and your sponsored member with a special one year monthly dues credit.

How can you help? Please consider someone you know who would benefit from the Meridian Hills experience. Megan Christman, our Membership Director, stands ready to assist and can be reached at (317) 860-1556 or [email protected]. Your invitee will receive an introductory packet that will acquaint them with the Club and the details of the Partner Program. In addition, each perspective member will then have the opportunity to personally experience the Club and the numerous amenities our members have come to cherish. This Partner Membership Program is a limited time opportunity from which you and your prospective members can benefit.


April 2015

Upcoming Events


April 2015

Upcoming Events


April 2015

Burger Night

Our first Burger Night was a success!

Our next one will be Thursday, April 16th.

Watch for more details to follow.

Upcoming Events


April 2015

Upcoming Events

Sunday, May 24th, 2015 Continental Breakfast, 7:30 - 8:45am

Buses leave MHCC at 9:00am SHARP

Indianapolis 500Chartered Bus Service

MHCC is offering chartered bus service to and from the Indy 500 on Race Day.

On race morning, continental breakfast is available at MHCC from 7:30am to 8:45am. We ask our passengers to board their bus by

about 8:45am, ready for departure at 9:00am. We will be picked up from Broadmoor at 9:30am. You will arrive at the track in plenty of time to see the pre-race activities. We have reserved parking spaces

on 16th street across from the track.

After the race, the bus drivers are instructed not to leave until their bus is full or until one hour after the conclusion of the race.

The cost is $95.00 per person. It includes continental breakfast, box lunch and round trip to and from the track.

(We ask that you observe the deadline of May 5th. Reservations received after May 5th will be increased to $105.00 per person.)

Call the Member Services Desk at 255-2496 to make your reservation today and leave the driving to us!


April 2015

New Swim Team Coach, Ed AhlbrandThere's nothing more important than investing in our future except perhaps, making sure to take the time to enjoy the current moment. I think children do this piece best...they have an infectious zest for having a good time and if you know how to solicit it properly...they have an insatiable desire to learn and improve. For me, working with children is about igniting a passion to get better. It's showing them how to shine with self confidence, learn by doing, and gain valuable life long social skills through personal achievement, teamwork and healthy competition.

I myself, am a voracious reader. I value personal growth and a spirit to serve above all else and I find myself extraordinarily blessed to do all of the above within the confines of an illustrious, dedicated and fulfilling 21+ year career teaching youngsters to swim and compete.

Continuing my love affair with water, my passions round out with surfing (a task I have fallen far short of mastering yet) and Scuba Diving (I recently became a fully certified PADI instructor).

I had the great privilege of leading the Cathedral High School Boys and Girls swim team to a city championship, and in addition to my many wonderful years as head of Aquatics at the Riviera Club, I hold a few other titles and certifications but I'm far less compelled to spell them all out in an effort to impress than I am compelled to share with you my genuine excitement and joy to start a new chapter here at Meridian Hills among all you wonderful families.

I look forward to getting to know each and every one of you over time and I want you to know that all of you and your children already have a ferocious fan and humble servant leader at your disposal.

Thank you,Ed Ahlbrand

Aquatics News

Pool Manager, Ashley GilchristMy name is Ashley Gilchrist and I graduated from Indiana University in May 2014 and I am currently the K-2 special education teacher at Nora Elementary School in Washington Township. I am so excited to be back at Meridian Hills for my 7th summer. Throughout my time at MHCC I have been a lifeguard, swim coach and pool manager. I was unable to work at the club last summer due to my time teaching in New Zealand, but I am so excited to be back!


April 2015

Golf News

Tournament Sign-up PolicyMen’s Events: 3 weeks prior to the event date for all events (excluding Timberman) You may call, email, or sign-up in person on the event board.

Ladies Events: Sign-up for 18 Hole and 9 Hole Events will be available on the Ladies Bulletin

2015 Season Opening ScheduleTuesday, April 28th 18 Hole Ladies Opening Day 9:00am Shotgun, lunch afterWednesday, April 29th Men’s Opening Day 1:15pm ShotgunThursday, April 30th 9 Hole Ladies Opening Day 9:00am Shotgun, lunch after

Mark Your CalendarFriday, April 3rd Titleist & PING Golf Fitting 1:00-5:00pm Friday, April 10th Callaway Golf Fitting 1:00-5:00pm Friday, April 17th Men’s Pre-Season Par 3 / 2:00pm Shotgun start FIVESOMES Sign up starts on Friday, March 27th

Things To Remember:- Tee times start Saturday, May 2nd - Tee Time requests must be turned in by 6pm on Wednesdays- Tuesday mornings are for 18 Hole Ladies until 11am; first tee opens up for all play after 11am.- Thursday mornings are for 9 Hole Ladies until 9:30am; first tee open for all play at 9:30 am.- All Golfing Members have until April 15th to sign up for Junior Golf. After this date, the remaining spots will open up to Club House and Tennis Members.- Michael’s Golf Shop will match any price from anywhere on golf equipment. - The golf staff offers single lessons and group clinics for all genders and ages- Callaway Golf offers a Trade-In Trade-Up Program that applies credit toward new equipment!

Bembenick’s Golf Shop Update:Spring is here, and Bembenick’ Golf Shop has plenty of fresh merchandise for both men and women to fit all of your golfing and lifestyle needs. Here are a few of the new items we will be offering this spring.

New Men’s and Women’s Adidas and Nike Golf Shoes

New Women’s JoFit Golf and Lifestyle Apparel

Men’s 2015 Dunning Apparel


April 2015

Golf News

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April 2015 Meridian Hills Country Club

Ladies Book Club 12pm

Friday NightPrime Rib Buffet

Clubhouse Closed

While walk-ins are welcome; immediate seating for dinner is ONLY guaranteed with a reservation. Call 255-2496 for reservations


Dinner Special:Veal Liver &

Onions

Dinner Special:Fried Shrimp

Basket

Clubhouse Closed

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Clubhouse Closed

Sunday Brunch 10am - 2pm

*Fiesta Night*


Onions

Live Music

CLOSED for dinner





Pasta Night:Chicken Marsala

Pasta Night:Shrimp Diablo

Dinner Special:Fish & Chips

Dinner Special:Fried Chicken

Easter Family Brunch

10am - 2pm

Breakfast with the Bunny

Pasta Night:Meat Lasagna

Pasta Night:Chicken Picatta

Clubhouse Closed for

software upgrade

Halfway House will be open

Burger Night

No a la cartedinner service

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Ladies Book Club 12pm


While walk-ins are welcome; immediate seating for dinner is ONLY guaranteed with a reservation. Call 255-2496 for reservations



Onions

Clubhouse Closed

Clubhouse Closed

Clubhouse Closed


*Fiesta Night*


Onions

Live Music




Dinner Special:Fish & Chips

Pasta Night:Chicken Parmesan

Pasta Night:Vegetable Lasagna

31Sunday Brunch

10am - 2pm

Indy 500 Race Buses

Memorial Day

Open for Lunch & Dinner

No a la carte

Mother’s Day Brunch

10am - 2pm

Closed for Sunday dinner



Pool open for the season at

10am

Derby Party

No a la cartedinner service

Clubhouse Closed

A Taste of Asia Night


April 2015

Managers Office 317.255.2497 Tuesday - Sunday 9:00am - 6:00pmSteve Roper, General [email protected]

Member Services Desk 317.255.2496 Monday - Friday 9:30am - 5:30pmLaura [email protected]

Membership 317.860.1556Megan Christman, Membership Director [email protected]

Accounting Office 317.251.3636 Monday - Friday 9:00am - 5:00pmJan Pyritz, Accounting Manager [email protected]

Catering & Events 317.860.1536Kelly Letzler, Catering & Events [email protected]

Food & Beverage 317-255-2496Joe Miller, Executive Chef/Food & Beverage [email protected] Patrick Necessary, Food & Beverage [email protected] Jake Schwichtenberg, Dining Room [email protected]

Golf Pro Shop 317.255.3369Golf Shop April HoursTuesday – Friday: 8:00am - 7:00pmSaturday - Sunday: 7:30am - 7:00pmMonday: Closed**The golf course opens the same time as golf shop weather permitting**

Tennis Pro Shop 317.860.1630 Ludo Aaron, Head Tennis Professional [email protected] Kids Club 317.255.2496 (reservations) Friday & Saturday only 5:00pm - 9:00pm

Fitness Center 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 11:30am - 2:00pm Dinner Tuesday - Saturday 5:30pm - 9:00pm Take-Out OrdersTake-out orders can be made by calling the Men’s Grill at 317.860.1546 or the Hostess Podium at 317.860.1632.

Club Contacts & Hours of Operation

ReservationsReservations 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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