November Newsette

Meridian Hills Country Club - Indianapolis, Indiana

NewsetteMeridian Hills Country Club

November 2011www.meridianhillscc.org

Meridian Hills Country Club Annual MeetingThe Club’s Annual Meeting will be held on

Tuesday, November 15th, 2011 beginning at 6:00 p.m.

Following the meeting please join us for complimentary cocktails and hors d’oeuvres.

Dinner reservations will be available in all our dining facilities as well.

Call Member Services at 255-2496 to make reservations for both the Annual Meeting and dinner that evening.

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November 2011

Board of DirectorsMark W. Ford PresidentSteve Webster SecretaryJanet Griffith Estes Vice PresidentDan Baker Jeff CristeeHaydon HapakChris SegerKen StellaBob ZoccolaJim Powers TreasurerJim Zoccola Legal Counsel

Management TeamL. Ray Kachel Interim General ManagerLudo Aaron Head Tennis ProfessionalJack Barber Head Golf ProfessionalCraig Gasaway Banquet ManagerAshley Goldman Communications CoordinatorJim Hess Golf Course SuperintendentKelly Letzler Catering CoordinatorJoe Miller Executive ChefJan Pyritz Accounting ManagerLisa Strachota Director of Membership & Marketing

Meridian Hills Country Club7099 Spring Mill Road

Indianapolis, Indiana 46260317.255.2496

President’s Message

[email protected]

Mark W. Ford Club President

On October 25, Ray Kachel joined us as our interim General Manager. He brings considerable experience to the position (last post was at the Figure 8 Yacht Club in North Carolina) and real operational expertise. It is anticipated that he will serve as interim General Manager for some 90 to 120 days at which point a full-time General Manager will assume the responsibilities. All of which is to say that a search committee (Erica Mobasser, Jeff Cristee, Chris Seger, Janet Estes and Mark Ford) will be working with our consultants, Club Specialists, Inc. (CSI), to screen and interview for our new General Manager. The qualified field of candidates is a substantial one. Selecting the "best" for MHCC will be something of a challenge given the high expectations of our members. Rest assured we will do our "best" to hit the mark.

Next up is the Annual Meeting on November 15. Please attend—vote for the Board candidates (Todd Hillman, Jim Litten & William Smith III, as well as the Membership Committee candidates; Tom Foster, Steve McGovern & Kevin Stitle)—hear the Annual Report—a preview of 2011-12—and, yes, ask questions. Chris Seger, our new President, has agreed in advance to answer any and all questions.

Finally, I want you to know that it has been my pleasure and privilege to work for our membership as President the last 12 months. Our membership is our greatest asset. The friendships forged here, our greatest reward. Thank you again for your support and your support for Chris and the new Board.


November 2011

Table of Contents2 - Presidents Message 3 - Membership Update4-10 - Upcoming Events11-13 - Golf Update 16-17 - Calendars18 - Club Hours

Membership Update

Just as we reached back to existing members and provided an opportunity to convert their membership, we are looking at an initiative to reach back to former Class "A" (golfing) members and provide them with an opportunity to restore their membership. To be eligible, a former "A" member must have previously paid their initiation fee in full or are prepared to pay the balance of that initiation fee upon rejoining. A former member is required to reapply through the membership committee (same process as a new member) and, if approved, is obligated to pay $5,000 for every full year since their membership lapsed up to a maximum of $20,000. This program will remain open until year end (12/31/11). For further details, please feel free to contact our Membership Director, Lisa Strachota, at 860-1556 or via e-mail - [email protected] or Ashley Goldman at 255-2496 or [email protected].

Daylight Savings Time Begins Sunday, November 6th

Beginning 2am, Sunday morning, the clock will roll back one hour. At this point, it will then be getting dark by 6pm. Winter will officially be upon us. Be sure to roll back your watches and clocks!

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

Members of the Club in the month of October:

CLUB CLOSEDJanuary 2nd, 2012 - January 23rd, 2012

As has been the case for several years, the Club will be closed for for three weeks in January for

our annual Club maintenance projects. The Club will close beginning Monday, January 2nd and

will reopen on Tuesday, January 24th. All facilities will be closed except for the Fitness Center and Paddle Tennis courts. Dining reciprocity has been offered to our members at the Columbia

Club, Woodland Country Club and Woodstock Club. Please call each Club for hours of operation

and for reservations.

Dining Reciprocity:

Columbia Club767-1361

Woodland Country Club846-2588

Woodstock Club926-3348

Thomas & Mary GreinEli Lilly & CompanyLilly Corporate CenterIndianapolis, IN 46285 (317) 277-28557965 Meridian Hills LaneIndianapolis, IN 46240 (317) 465-9934Resident ClubhouseSponsors:Toby McClamroch, Mike Bosway, Pete Cleveland, John Urbahns


November 2011

Upcoming EventsChicago Shopping Trip

to Water Tower Place & Michigan AvenueTuesday, November 1st, 2011

The holiday season is fast approaching, and you can get a head start by joining us on our Chicago Shopping Getaway! We will take you on a wonderful shopping spree of

Water Tower Place & Michigan Avenue in Chicago, while you travel in a fully appointed executive coach.

Schedule• Depart Meridian Hills at 8:00am

• Arrive in Chicago/Water Tower Place at approx. 10:30am• Depart Chicago/Water Tower Place at 6:00pm

• Arrive back at Meridian Hills at approx. 10:30pm

$85.00 which includes travel, continental breakfast, soft drinks and wine on the bus.Reservations are required, make your reservation today by calling 255-2496


November 2011

Thanksgiving BuffetThursday, November 24th, 2011

Reservations on the half hour from 11:30am - 2:30pm

CARVEDOven Roasted Turkey

with Cranberry Sauce & Giblet Gravy

Roasted Tenderloin of Beef with Bordelaise & Horseradish Sauce

~Lump Crab Cakes

with Stone Ground Mustard Sauce~

House Whipped PotatoesTraditional Cornbread Stuffing

Caramelized Sweet PotatoesCollard Greens, Braised Brussels Sprouts

and Glazed Carrots

New England Clam Chowder~

Smoked Salmon PlatterIced Shrimp Cocktail

~Seasonal Fresh Fruits and Berries

Imported & Domestic Cheese Board ~

Harvest Salad Traditional Waldorf Salad

Grilled Vegetable Pasta SaladMeridian Seafood Salad

Cranberry Salad

Bread and Butter Display

DESSERTSPasty Chef ’s Selection of Pies and Pasties

Adults: $28.95Tweens 11-13 years: $18.95Children 4-10 years: $13.95Ages 3 and under are free!

Reservations required

Celebrate Thanksgiving with your friends and family at Meridian Hills, where we will be offering our fabulous Thanksgiving Buffet.

Menu

SPECIAL YOUNG PILGRIM BUFFETChicken Fingers, Macaroni and Cheese, Tater Tots, and Applesauce

Upcoming Events


November 2011

Sunday, November 27th, 2011Brunch ~ 10:00am - 11:00am

Decorating ~ 11:00am - 12:00pm Holiday Movie ~ 12:00pm

Join us for one of our holiday favorites, our Gingerbread House Decorating event!

We will provide a gingerbread house ready to be decorated.

Brunch starts at 10:00am, and you will be able to enjoy our Sunday Brunch Buffet in the Hearth Room/Bogey’s.

Then after brunch, let the decorating & fun begin. When we have put all the finishing touches on the gingerbread houses,

we will enjoy a holiday movie together!

Adults: $18.95 ~ Children: $24.00 (includes one kit)Additional Kits: $14.00Reservations required

Gingerbread House Decorating

with a Holiday Movie

Upcoming Events


November 2011

Family Christmas PartyFamily Christmas Party

Special Appearances by: Santa Claus, Mrs. Claus &

Frosty the Snowman

Dinner BuffetBallroom: 5 - 7pm

Sunday, December 11th, 2011 ~ 4:00 pm - 8:00 pmSchedule of EventsActivities and Games begin at 4:00pm in

Bogey’s and Bogey’s Bar

Carriage Rides around the Club from 4 - 7pmMeet Santa & Mrs. Claus and have your picture taken

in the Living Room from 4 - 8pmMusic by the Wendy Reed Trio from 4 - 8pm

Crafts and Games in Bogey’s from 4 - 8pmFace Painting & Balloon Artist from 4:30pm - 7:30pm

Jingle John with Live Reindeer on the Lower Level Patio from 5 -7pm

Upcoming Events


November 2011

Upcoming Events

Friday, December 23rd, 2011Cocktails at 6:00pm & Buffet open from 6:30-8:30pm

with Vocalist Matt Roush

MENUChef ’s Selection of Hors d’oeuvres

SaladWinter Green Salad

Gorgonzola, Pears, Walnuts, Bacon and Port Wine Vinaigrette

Candlelight StationsChef Carved Tenderloin of Beef with bordelaise sauce

Sautéed Shrimp Scampi &

Chicken Piccatawith angel hair pasta and garlic butter sauce

Selection of Roasted Root Vegetables & Dauphinoise Potatoes

Champagne & Dessert StationGourmet Selections Including:

Chocolate Covered Strawberries, Handmade Petit Fours and Chocolates

This is the last night before Christmas the Club will be open. All the holiday chores have been completed, so why not make plans to relax before Santa comes to town.

Christmas Candlelight Dinner

Reservations required ~ call Member Services at 255.2496 to make yours today


November 2011

New Year’s Eve Dinner Saturday, December 31, 2011

Reservations on the half hour from 5:30 - 9:00pm with the Bill James Trio

MENUSoup & Salad

Wild Mushroom BisqueTruffle Crème Fraiche

Chopped SaladTomatoes, Blue Cheese, Bacon

Artichokes and Parmesan Dressing

Reservations are required ~ call Member Services at 255.2496 to make yours today

Chateaubriand of Beef Dauphinoise Potatoes

& Béarnaise Sauce

Braised Beef Short Rib Garlic Potato Puree & Wild Mushrooms

DESSERTDark Chocolate Mousse with Brandied Cherries and Crème Anglaise

Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes Whipped Potatoes

with Chive Hollandaise

Pan Seared Chilean Sea Bass Lobster Risotto and Citrus Beurre Blanc

ENTREE SELECTION

Almond Crusted Chicken Breast stuffed with Boursin Cheese & Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto

Upcoming Events


November 2011

Upcoming Events

Special Orders - Delivered by Friday Dec. 9th ! Special Orders - Delivered by Friday Dec. 9th !Jack’s Open House Party

Thursday December 1st - 5:00 till 8:00 pmMeridian Hills CC - Golf Shop

Special Orders - Delivered by Friday Dec. 9th !

Holiday Shopping - Men’s and Women’s Trunk Showalso Friday December 2nd - 9:00 am till 12:00 pm

L O O K I N G G O O D N E V E R G O E S O U T O F S T Y L E

M A R K J E N K I N S - S A L E S R E P R E S E N T A T I V E - A T T E N D I N G


November 2011

** Jack’s Christmas Open House **** Balloon Sale **

Save the Date: Thursday, December 1st from 5-8pm

Please RSVP in the Golf Shop for the biggest sale of the year. Christmas inspired gift wrapping will be available for every purchase.

Bobby Jones Trunk ShowThis year’s Christmas party is going to be the best ever!! We have recruited one of the finest clothing

reps in the Country. Mark Jenkins from Bobby Jones will be joining us that evening to promote both Men’s & Ladies clothing. All special orders done that night will be shipped the following week.

Mr. Jenkins will be back on Friday morning to finish up any other possible special orders.

Some Great Christmas IdeasMHCC Dimpled Rock Photos Puzzles-Puzzles-Puzzles

MHCC Towel iPing

Come check out the great selection of

Dimple Rock Photos.

Great for above the bar, or in the game room! Framed or

UnframedKeep the children busy this

winter with a MHCC puzzle!

Black – Green – or Tan

iPing the new putter app. Compare your stroke with

the games best.

Golf Update

Golf Shop Credit It’s the time of year where those of you with credit need to be sure and redeem it before the Holiday Sale! There is plenty to choose from in the wonderful, well equipped Jack Barber Golf Shop. Be sure to stop in and remember

we gift wrap for FREE!


November 2011

Golf UpdateMeridian Hills Stocking Stuffers

• Poker Chips• Navika Ball Marks• Sharpies• Koozies • Key Chains• Lenz Sham Cloths• Eye Glass Straps

Dooney & Bourke ~ 20% offCheck out Dooney & Bourke online, order it through

Jack Barbers Golf Shop and receive 20% off your purchase!

Don’t forget about our Awesome Sale Items!!

All Collegiage and NFL apparel25% Off

All Trunk Sandals$15

*Sales will run through the end of November

Jack Barbers Golf Shop Presents the Ultimate Game Changer!The Long & Belly PuttersOver the next few months Jack Barber’s golf shop will be receiving Long & Belly Putters from Taylor Made, Scotty Cameron and Odysset. If you always wanted to try one out, now is your chance!


November 2011

Golf Update18 Hole Ladies Golf Scores

18 Hole Final Day ~ Net Best Two BallsLinda Ford, Janet Estes, Gretchen Sheridan and Alice Hillis

2011 Ringer Scores

Class A (0-23) Low Gross - Donna Kuhn, 58 Low Net - Becky Miller, 50

Class B (24-28)Low Gross - Judy Rush, 73Low Net - Alice Hillis, 51

Class C (29-34)Low Gross - Jayne Spahn, 80 Low Net - Jan Foster, 48

Class D (34+)Low Gross - SaraJane Wurster, 86 Low Net - Olive Myers & Penny Stone, 47


November 2011

Golf Update9 Hole Ladies Golf Scores

9 Hole Closing ~ Team Scramble1st Place: Kenya Cobb, Cindy Stella & Olive Myers, 322nd Place: Ann Rein, Cindy Curnow, Ann Dugan, & Marie Pugh, 32.43rd Place: Cheryl Pletcher, LuAnn Powers, Linda Wolff, 32.5

Men’s Tournament Season in ReviewSeason Long EventsMHCC Cup: John ElbinGrand Dads: Rick SteeleFather-Son: Jim & Jack SeymourOle Buddy: Bert Wilhoite & Chuck Thomas

Season Long ShootoutHDCP 10 and Under Division Champion: Dale BarrettHDCP 11 and Up Division Champion: Chris Pesavento

Men’s Par 3 EventChris Pesavento, Rob Klein, Michael Byers, Steve McGovern Score: 105 Men’s Opening DayJohn Morrical, John Elbin, Bob Zoccola, Dave Bussard Score: 104 A, B, C, DJack Woodside, Bill Kortepeter, Jeff Lockwood, Bill Boncosky Score: 124 Men’s Member/ Member Ed Hourigan & Pat O’Brien Score: 55.8

The MergerHaydon Hapak, Gary Jacobson, Dan Bayt, Dick Hamburger, Score: 127

Timberman ClassicOverall Champions John Fry & Ryan ChattinNicklaus Flight Haydon Hapak & Steve HullettHagen Flight John Fry & Ryan ChattinHogan Flight Steve Cobb & Tim MasseyJones Flight Mike Sears & Josiah SearsSarazen Flight Andy Detherage & Jeff ZipesPalmer Flight Dave Ricks & Tony PechinVardon Flight Drew Hamilton & Brad CooperNelson Flight Steve Meyer & Ed EspyPlayer Flight Chris Pesavento & Ken Haynie

Men’s Club ChampionshipClub Champion: Aaron GreenleeRunner Up: Erik Barrett

1st Flight Champion: Jack Woodside1st Flight Runner Up: Ken Stella

2nd Flight Champion: Tom Rogers2nd Flight Runner Up: Mike Kaplan

3rd Flight Champion: Fritz French3rd Flight Runner Up: Joe Touchton

4th Flight Champion: Bob Hebert4th Flight Runner Up: Bob Lowe

Men’s Sr. Club ChampionshipChampion: Dale BarrettRunner-Up: Haydon Hapak

Hole-In-One ResultsJohn Elbin, Kurt Spitler, Rick Steele, John Morrical, Score: 114

Men’s Closing DayIndividual: Frank Swingle, Points: 37Team: Michael Woodside, Chris Pesavento, Michael Byers, Todd Carlson, Points: 83


November 2011

Golf UpdateMeridian Hills Cup

2011 ChamptionJohn Elbin

Mark Your Calendar - November DatesSaturday, November 12th Men’s Toughman Tournament Thursday, November 24th Happy Thanksgiving – Golf Shop Closed

Thursday, December 1st Jack’s Annual Christmas Party and Sale from 5pm - 8pm Featuring the Annual Balloon Sale & Bobby Jones Trunk Show w/ our sales rep Mark Jenkins

2011 ChampionsJim and Jack Seymour

2011 Father - Son Results

The MastersEver been interested in going to the best tournament in Golf?

A Carmel based company is offering special packages to this years Masters. Customized packages are available.

If you are interested please contact Russ Allen at [email protected]

Or call (317) 587-8680

SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY1Dinner Special:Fried Shrimp

Basket

Chicago Shopping Trip

2Pasta Night:

Shrimp Diablo

3 4Friday Night

Prime Rib Buffet

5

6Sunday

Breakfast Buffet 10am - 2pm

7Clubhouse

Closed

8Dinner Special:

Veal Liver & Onions

9Pasta Night:

Chicken Picatta

Big Reds & Bubbles

Wine Tasting

10 11Friday Night

Prime Rib Buffet

12

13Sunday


14Clubhouse

Closed

15Dinner Special:

Fish & Chips

MHCC Annual Meeting, 6pm

16Pasta Night:

Cheese Manicotti

17

18Friday Night

Prime Rib Buffet

19

20Sunday


21Clubhouse

Closed

22Dinner Special:

Veal Liver & Onions

23Pasta Night:

Chicken Parmesan

24Thanksgiving

Buffet

25

Friday Night Prime Rib

Buffet

26

27Sunday

Breakfast Buffet 10am - 2pmGingerbread

House Decorating

28Clubhouse

Closed

29Dinner Special:

Fried or Oven Roasted

Chicken

30Pasta Night:

Lasagna

November 2011 Meridian Hills Country Club

Visit www.meridianhillscc.org for more information about these events

SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY1 2

Friday NightPrime Rib

Buffet

3

4Sunday


5Clubhouse

Closed

6Dinner Special:

Veal Liver & Onions

7Pasta Night:

Shrimp Diablo

8 9Friday Night

Prime Rib Buffet

10

11Sunday


Family Christmas

Party

12Clubhouse

Closed

13Dinner Special:Fried Shrimp

Basket

14Pasta Night:

Chicken Marsala

15

16Friday Night

Prime Rib Buffet

17

18Sunday


19Clubhouse

Closed

20Dinner Special:

Veal Liver & Onions

21Pasta Night:

Cheese Manicotti

22 23Christmas

Candlelight Dinner

(no a la carte)

24Clubhouse

Closed

25Clubhouse

Closed

26Clubhouse

Closed

27Dinner Special:

Fish & Chips

28Pasta Night:

Lasagna

29 30Friday Night

Prime Rib Buffet

31New Year’s Eve Dinner

December 2011 Meridian Hills Country Club

Visit www.meridianhillscc.org for more information about these events

Reminder The Club will close beginning Monday, January 2nd and will reopen on Tuesday, January 24th for our annual club maintenance projects


November 2011

visit us on the web at www.meridianhillscc.org

Member Services Desk 317.255.2496 Tuesday - Sunday 9:00am - 5:00pm

Managers Office 317.255.2497 Tuesday - Sunday 9:00am - 6:00pmL. Ray Kachel, Interim General [email protected]

Accounting Office 317.251.3636 Monday - Friday 9:00am - 5:00pmJan Pyritz, Accounting Manager

Dining Hours Lunch Tuesday - Saturday 11:30am - 2:00pm Dinner Tuesday - Saturday 5:30pm - 9:00pm Breakfast Buffet Sunday only 10:00am - 2:00pm Sunday Dinner 5:00pm - 8:00pm *Reservations can be made by calling 255.2496*

Membership 317.860.1556Lisa Strachota, Director of Membership

Catering 317.860.1536Kelly Letzler, Catering Coordinator

Golf Pro Shop 317.255.3369 Tuesday - Sunday 9:00am - 5:00pm Monday Closed*The first tee time of the day will begin at 9am each day, weather permitting *

Tennis Pro Shop 317.255.1319 Kids Club 317.255.0605 Friday 5:00pm - 8:00pm *with reservations*Fitness Center Monday - Sunday 6:00am - 9:30pm

*Call Fitness by Design at 574-0782 to schedule your MHCC orientation for unlimited access.*

Club Hours of Operation

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