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HWCC Holiday

Gift Wrap

Join us Tuesday, Thursday and

Saturday nights in December

and receive complimentary gift

wrapping with the purchase of

any dinner entrée! Just bring in

your gifts and leave the wrapping

to us; we’ll take care of it for

you as you dine!

Call the Club at 847.847.3250

for Reservations

December 2012

Say Good-Bye to 2012 and Hello to 2013 with a relaxing candlelit dinner in the comforts of your own Club. Enjoy special drink pricing and complimentary

hors d’oeuvres during Cocktail Hour from 6:00pm-7:00pm; followed by our three course, pre fixe, New Years Eve candlelit dinner from 7:00pm-9:00pm.

To make reservations call the Club at 847.847.3250*A la Carte Menu will be Available*

New Year’s Eve Candlelight Dinner

Monday, December 31st • 6:00-9:00 p.m.$80 Per Couple /$45 Individual

Includes Complimentary Champagne Toast, Soup or Salad, Entrée and Dessert.

Jr.’s Eve PartyMonday, December 31st

5:30pm-9:00p • $13.95/childNo Babysitter? No Problem!

Bring the Kids out for our Jr.’s Eve Party!

Don’t worry about the kids this year, while you relax at our Candlelight Dinner in the Dining Room, they

will be enjoying a variety of activities including Games, Crafts, Kid’s Movie, Popcorn, Snacks and Dinner Buffet!

To make reservations call the Club at 847.847.3250

Party Limited to 25 children; All Children Must be Potty Trained. Children Must be Signed Up by 5:00pm on

Sunday, December 30th.

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Burger NightWednesdays December 5th, 12th & 26th5:00pm-8:00pm

Enjoy a juicy sirloin burger for $5 or Chef Dave’s Specialty Burger of the Night for $6!All Burger Specials Are Served with Your Choice of French Fries, Onion Rings, Fresh Fruit or Chips.To make reservations call the Club at 847.847.3250

Friday Fun NightEVERY FRIDAY!5:30pm-7:30pm*Denim Approved*Unwind from the week with our amazing drink specials and complimentary hors d’oeuvres while mingling with your friends and neighbors during our weekly Friday Fun Night. To make reservations call the Club at 847.847.3250

Chicago Bears Game Specials*Denim Approved*

Kick-Off Bears Games this season with these amazing specials from the comfort of your own Club!½ Price Appetizer Specials$3 Draft Beers$5 House Bloody Mary’sTo make reservations call the Club at 847.847.3250*Specials will be available during game time only*

Gingerbread House Decorating

Sunday, December 212:00pm-3:00pm $22.00++ Per House*Denim Approved*Add the final touches to your Pre- Built Signature Gingerbread House, complete with Icing and Candy Trimmings. A fun event for the entire family!

Complimentary Hot Chocolate and Holiday Cookies will be served. L2006


Holiday Open HouseTuesday, December 46:00pm-8:00pmComplimentary w/ ReservationNon Member Guests $35.00 InclusiveThe Club will be honoring our Members this holiday season with a complimentary open house featuring delicious appetizers, beer, wine, and well drinks. Come down and let us show you our appreciation. Please contact Kelly Thayer at (847) 847-3251 or via email at [email protected].

**For Members and Guests 21 years of age and older**

Social Events & Reservations. Reservations are required for all social events. Contact the Club at (847) 847-3250 or via email Kelly Thayer at [email protected]

Club Dining & Social Eventswith Lisa Bartsch and Olga Nicoli

Lisa Bartsch Olga Nicoli

Sunday, December 25:00pm-8:00pmDenim Approved!Recital Begins at 5:00pmWatch as our young ballet students perform a holiday classic, “The Nutcracker.”Kids, ages 12 and under, can choose their favorites from our Kids Eat Free Buffet at no charge. Parents can order from our regular menu along with our dinner specials or save time and money with our All You Can Eat Adult Buffet!To make reservations call the Club at 847.847.3250

Kids Eat Free & HolidayBallet RecitalHWCC Ballet Studio Presents

“The Nutcracker”

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Club Dining & Social Events

HWCC Catering And Event PlanningLooking for that perfect place to entertain your family or clients? From continental breakfasts, to buffet lunches and even a feast of hearty appetizers, let Hawthorn Woods

create an event for you to remember. For group sizes of 1 - 250, let us find you the perfect space. To book your next event, please contact Lisa Bartsch at (847) 847-3272.

Hanukkah PartySunday, December 96:00pm-8:00pm*Denim Approved*Adults $17.00++Children $12.00++Bring your menorah down to the Club and celebrate with us at our Hanukkah Party! This evening will include a buffet of Hanukah favorites, lighting of each family’s menorah, mingling, chocolate gelt and cookie decorating.To make reservations call the Club at 847.847.3250

Hanukkah MenuHerb Roasted Chicken

Beef BrisketSweet & Sour Beef Short Ribs

Lake Superior WhitefishRusset Potato Latkes

Cottage Noodle KugelZucchini Fritters

Chicken Matzo Ball SoupClassic Caesar Salad

Apple-Pomegranate SaladApricot Walnut Rugelach

Jelly DoughnutsFlourless Chocolate Cake

Member BirthdayTuesday, December 115:00pm-8:00pmHappy Birthday to YOU!

Do you or your spouse celebrate a birthday in December? Gather your friends and family and join us for a birthday celebration to commemorate your special day. You will receive one free birthday dinner entrée of your choice and cake for all in your party.To make reservations call the Club at 847.847.3250

Santa BrunchSaturday, December 15 & Sunday, December 1610:00am or 12:30pm SeatingAdults: $26.00++Children 6-12yrs: $15.00++Children 2-5yrs: $12.00++Under 2: Free Happy HO,HO, HOlidays! Once again the Christmas spirit has descended on Hawthorn Woods Country Club. Visit with Santa, family and friends at one of our two Santa Brunches.To make reservations call the Club at 847.847.3250

Santa Brunch Menu*Items Subject to Change*

Composed SaladsAssorted Seasonal Fruits

Doughnuts, Coffee Cakes & MuffinsNorwegian Cold Smoked Salmon

Omelette StationApplewood Smoked Bacon

Maple Breakfast Sausage LinksGingerbread French Toast

Red Bliss Breakfast PotatoesEggs Benedict Florentine

Maple-Fig Glazed Honey HamHerb Crusted Prime Rib of BeefStuffed Arctic Char Rockefeller

Cranberry-Alouette Stuffed Chicken RouladeShells & CheeseChicken Fingers

Mini Cheese PizzasAssorted Holiday Themed Desserts and

Holiday Ice Cream Bar

Santa DinnerWednesday, December 196:00pm-8:00pmAdults: $26++Children 6-12yrs: $15++Children 2-5yrs: $12++Under 2: Free

Visit with Santa one last time before Christmas! This event sells out every year, don’t hesitate to make your family’s reservation today!


Santa Dinner Menu:Cream of Chicken White & Wild Rice Soup

Braised Turkey SaladSmoked Salmon Salad

Waldorf SaladRoast Turkey

Pinenut Crusted Mahi-MahiPork Tenderloin Medallions

Braised Beef Short Rib RavioliCheese & Potato Perogi

Roasted Garlic-Sour Cream & Chive Filo Baked Chicken Pot Pie

Sour Cream-Dill Scalloped PotatoesGreen Beans

Chicken FingersShells & CheesePasta Marinara

Assorted Holiday Themed Desserts and Holiday Ice Cream Bar

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Golf NewsGolf Shop News With Joe Titus

Winter Golf Shop HoursDecember Hours

The Golf Shop will be open Wednesday through Sunday during the following hours:December 1-23 10:00am-6:00pmDecember 24-27 CLOSEDDecember 28-30 10:00am-6:00pmNew Years Eve CLOSED

January and February Hours

The Golf Shop will be open Wednesday through Saturday during the following hours:January 1 CLOSEDJanuary 2-February 28 10:00am-4:00pm

Year End SaleCome into the Golf Shop for your Holiday shopping and save money on Hawthorn Woods logo apparel. This is the best pricing we have ever had. Just look for the DOTS…. Yellow dots are 40% off retail, Green Dots $30 per item, and Blue Dots $25 per item.

We also have aggressive pricing on golf equipment and golf balls

Interested in a golf set revamp? For $100 you get (1) dozen Pro Vs and your name entered into a 36 person drawing for 14 Titleist or Taylormade clubs plus a carry bag.

Lesson TeeWinter Golf InstructionStarting in December, we will once againinstall the indoor hitting station in the cartstorage area. Winter is the perfect timeto work on the fundamentals and not gettoo overly concerned with ball flight. Wewill be offering video lessons and clubfitting with the Vector Launch Monitor.The nets and instruction will be availableduring the Golf Shop hours listed abovethroughout the winter months.

Winter Lesson Rates• Joe Titus, PGA 45 minutes: $50• Greg Roberts 45 minutes: $50• Mike Pariso 45 minutes: $40

Event ResultsThe Big Break

In this event, members competed in different skills challenges and accumulated points to qualify for a 2 hole aggregate score play final.

1st Place – Tony Esposito

2nd Place – Jerry White

3rd Place – Charlie Shimkus

4-Club Tournament

In this event, members are required to scale down their bag to include only 4 clubs with an option to buy a 5th.

Men’s Division Net Score

1st Place – Michael Berk 76

2nd Place – Jeff Roers 76

3rd Place – Frank Lollino 77

4th Place – Clancy Siko 78

Women’s Division

1st Place – Marcia Berk 93

Assistant Skins Game

We would first like to thank the members for all the support and generosity to make this event possible. Mike Pariso accumulated the most skins with 5, Greg Roberts 2 and Taylor Carasco 2.

Turkey Shoot Results

The 2012 golf event calendar wrapped up with the annual Turkey Shoot on Saturday, November 3rd. We had a field of 36 players. This event was a blind-draw, ABCD scramble format where players were randomly paired with three other players from different handicap ranges. Each player received a turkey and had the opportunity to judge the chili cook-off between several of our own staff members. Many Members decided to donate their turkeys to Safe Families. Safe Families is an organization that takes in orphaned children and gives them a home. Thank you to Bob Noonan for suggesting this charity.

Champions – 64Greg RobertsSteve BeauchampBruce KozlowskiJenny Prescia

Runner Up - 64 Jerry WhiteDale WatkinsGreg DiamondKen Edwards

3rd Place – 66Michael ParisoJon HansenTom PurtellGene Bader

4th Place – 67Bob NoonanLarry ButzJay SchedlerLarry Hill

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The holiday season is upon us! This is a time for family, friends, and reflections on the past year. And it was quite a year, one that will not soon be forgotten. There was no easing into 2012 with the temperatures that hit in early March. We stayed very dry all season, which continues into this day (we are still in moderate to severe drought stage). But with the challenges that were present, turfgrass stayed healthy, and playing conditions were good. We have implemented many sound agronomic programs that will provide better playing conditions with each passing season. Moving forward, the 2013 season begins right now in the grounds department. Our work over the next few months is what sets the stage for next season. All equipment must be serviced, reels are ground, the shop is organized for efficient use, and agronomic plans are reviewed and tweaked for optimal long term health and conditioning. This is a time for research, documentation, and calendar planning. By the end of the winter, all activities to be implemented can be found day by day on a master calendar.

You may note that there are no covers on the greens…and there won’t be this winter. We tested a few spots on greens last winter to see if desiccation was going to be an issue, and it was not. The down side to the covers is the very positive growing environment provided for Poa annua. When we weigh the positive vs. the negative, the Poa encouragement outweighs the potential for drying out, thus, no covers. What we will do to counteract the potential for drying winds is apply an anti-transpirant (this helps hold water in the plant), and eventually apply a blanket of sand on the greens. This will act as enough of a tarp to protect from the elements while not encouraging Poa. Side benefit, greens will be open longer. Eventually we will set temporary hole locations as there will be a fair amount of sand just sitting on the greens.

A note for those of you who enjoy using the course for cross country skiing, please remember to stay away from all greens and tees. Repeated traffic can cause damage that will last well into the Spring. We are here all winter long. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to get in touch at any time. Happy holidays to you and your family!

Scott HillyardGolf Course Superintendent

On The Course With Scott Hillyard

Turf NewsMembership At HWCC

With Doug Ryan

Membership

We hope this issue finds you and your family well.2012 New Member Family Welcome Tally: 51 Families!Please Welcome our Newest Members: We would like to take a moment to welcome our newest Members who recently enrolled in membership. We look forward to seeing you here at the Club!

New Junior Golf Members: Vince & Samantha Kalamaras of Lake Zurich

New Social Members: Ravi &Sheena Reehal of Ruffled Feathers Court

Hawthorn Woods Country Club is proud to announce its partnership for a second consecutive season with the local Marine Corps “Toys for Tots” Foundation for Highwood, IL in Lake County. Hawthorn

Woods Country Club is an official drop off site for new, unwrapped toys from November 24th through December 19th of this year. There will be drop off boxes located in the clubhouse lobby, golf pro shop and fitness center areas at the Club. We encourage Members and non-Members to support this worthy cause during the 2012 holiday season. Our Toys for Tots toy drive will culminate at our Member “Santa Dinner” event on Wednesday, December 19th from 6:00-8:00 pm. Not only will Santa be on hand, but we will also have two active-duty Marines here at the Club to personally collect toys from Members and their guests. Last year’s Santa Dinner SOLD OUT, so make your reservation today!

Warmer Climate Golf: Just a reminder with the cold weather approaching here in the Midwest that our KemperCollection as well as Toll Brothers’ Associate Clubs Programs are available to our golf Members to enjoy access to other golf courses throughout the country for an affordable green fee rate. For more information, please consult our website at www.hwccgolf.com (Member’s Only section) or contact our Head Golf Professional, Joe Titus at 847.847.3258 or [email protected]. A great opportunity to tee it up while you are traveling south!

Blood Drive “Thank You”: A big THANKS goes out to those Members and employees who came out to support our LifeSource blood drive last month. We plan to host additional drives in the future and have tentatively targeted the month of March for our next blood drive. Our goal is to make your home Club a convenient location for those of you who donate on a regular basis. We hope donor participation will continue to grow in the future so we can make this a quarterly event here at HWCC!

Here’s wishing you and yours all the best during the upcoming holiday season. We thank you for your continued support of Hawthorn Woods Country Club and look forward to an exciting 2013 season. Happy New Year! Ryno

Fitness HoursMonday – Thursday 5:30am – 9:00pm | Friday 5:30am-7:00pm | Saturday - Sunday 7:00am – 7:00pm

Fitness Desk 847.847.3264

Coaches Corner With Adam Boyce

Specialty ClassesAll fitness classes are $60.00 for 6 classes or $10.00 per classNon-member guest are $72.00 for six classes or $12.00 per class.To Sign Up for Any of These Classes please Contact Ed Rizer- Fitness Supervisor at 847.847.3264 or via email at [email protected]

TRX Suspension Training w/Elizabeth DassoFull body workout designed to build strength, flexibility, and core.

Monday & Wednesday-6:00am & 10:00amTuesday-6:00pm Beginners Class Thursday-9:30am

Full Body Strength Class w/Laura Burk8:30am–9:30amMonday - Muffin Top Monday

Wednesday - Wellness Wednesday

Friday- Cardio Friday

Total Body Conditioning w/ TomTuesday & Thursday 5:30am

Cheerleading & Tumbling Classes w/Julie Buck

Pee Wee PomsWednesdays 4:00-4:45pmThis is a preschool cheer/tumble class designed for children ages 3-5 years old. Within this class the children will learn the basic fundamental skills for cheerleading along with cheers, chants and team routines.

Cheer ChampionsWednesdays 5:00-6:00pm

This class is designed for elementary aged children 6-10 years old who are fired up to learn more about cheerleading. The class focus would be on team cheers, chants and an extreme routine. Tumbling skills will also be taught and practiced weekly

HWCC Ballet Studio2013

Winter SessionClasses Begin January 7th

BALLET I (Ages 4 to 7)Monday: 5:00pm-6:00pmThis class offers an excellent foundation for classic ballet as well as becoming familiar with rhythm, posture and coordination techniques.

BALLET – JAZZ II (Ages 8 and Up)Thursday: 5:00pm-6:00 pmThis class explores a broad array of ballet choreographies, steps and feet/ arm positions. Ballet class portion is followed by jazz and pop music free style dance routines!

BALLET BASICS (Ages 3 to 6)Saturday: 10:15am-11:00amThis class is a great way to start a Ballet routine for those little ones that enjoy dancing. The goal is to become familiar with rhythm, posture and coordination techniques.

Studio Director / Instructor : Pilar Rodriguez – Lorenzo(312) 590-8734 or [email protected]

Session Cost: 13 Weeks + 1 Complimentary Class$166 (Members) $186 (Non-members)

Drop Ins Welcome $12 Per Class*Sibling Discount: applies to all programs Second child 10% off

RacquetsHoliday Cookie Decorating & Paddle Extravaganza Thursday, December 13 5:00pm-7:00 pmThis fun event is open to kids ages 7 & up. The night starts in the paddle hut where the kids will decorate cookies & play rounds of paddle matches. Later in the evening we will have pizza & refreshments delivered to the paddle hut. Prizes will be given to the best decorated cookie in several different age groups. No Paddle Experience Necessary!

HWCC In-House Paddle League**There is still Time to Signup**If you have played paddle tennis, never played previously, or have always wondered what all the talk of paddle was around the club; the HWCC in-house league program is the perfect opportunity for you or your spouse to join in the winter fun.

Currently the league is in the planning stages but ideally we will be starting the season in December and running for 10-12 weeks with breaks around the holidays. Matches will be scheduled and played Sunday evenings (starting around 5-6pm). Men and Women are encouraged to register as a full participant or sub with Jeff Roers at [email protected].

Right now there is not a set cost to the league. We are going to do our best to keep the costs low to balls and beverages. If you have any questions please contact Jeff Roers at [email protected] or Adam Boyce at [email protected] .

Fitness, Tennis & Aquatics

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Closed Monday-Wednesday | Lunch Thursday-Sunday 11:00am-5:00pm | Dinner Thursday – Saturday 5:00pm-9:00pm & Sunday 5:00pm-8:00pm

JANUARY 2013 Hawthorn Woods Country Club

DECEMBER 2012 Hawthorn Woods Country ClubSUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY

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Club Closed after 4:00pm for a Private Event

Seattle @ Bears 12:00pm

Gingerbread House Decorating 12:00pm-3:00pm

Kids Eat Free & Holiday Ballet Recital 5:00pm-8:00pm

HWCC Ballet Studio Presents “The Nutcracker” 5:00pm

TRX Suspension Training 6:00am & 10:00am

F.B.S.C.-Muffin Top Monday 8:30am

Total Body Conditioning w/ Tom 5:30am

**BEGINNERS** TRX Suspension Training 6:00pm

Holiday Open House 6:00pm-8:00pm


F.B.S.C.-Wellness Wednesday 8:30am

Burger Night 5:00pm-8:00pm

Platform Tennis Social Drill 6:00pm


TRX Suspension Training 6:00pm

F.B.S.C. Cardio Friday 8:30am

Friday Fun Night 5:30pm-7:30pm

Bears @ Minnesota 12:00pm

Hanukkah Party 6:00pm-8:00pm





Member Birthday 5:00pm-8:00pm






TRX Suspension Training 6:00pmHoliday Cookie

Decorating & Paddle Extravaganza 5:00pm-7:00 pm



Santa Brunch 10:00am or 12:30pm

Seatings

Santa Brunch 10:00am or 12:30pm

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Santa Dinner 6:00pm-8:00pm






Bears @ Arizona 3:25pm

Christmas Eve Club Closed

Christmas Day Closed






Bears @ Detroit 12:00pm



Jr.’s Eve Party 5:30pm-9:00pm

New Year’s Eve Candlelight Dinner 6:00-9:00 p.m

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Club Closed Club Closed Burger Night 5:00pm-8:00pm


Kids Eat Free Lunch & Puppet Show

12:00pm-3:00pmClub Closed Club Closed Burger Night

5:00pm-8:00pmFriday Fun Night 5:30pm-7:30pm

Champagne Brunch 10:00am-1:00pm Club Closed Club Closed Burger Night

5:00pm-8:00pmFriday Fun Night 5:30pm-7:30pm

Prime Rib Night 5:30pm-8:30pm

Family Bingo 12:00pm-3:00pm Club Closed Club Closed Burger Night

5:00pm-8:00pm

Closed Monday | Lunch Tuesday-Sunday 11:00am-5:00pm | Dinner Tuesday – Saturday 5:00pm-9:00pm & Sunday 5:00pm-8:00pm

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Terry Hanley General Manager 847.847.3255 [email protected]

Shawn [email protected]

Doug Ryan Marketing Director 847.847.3253 [email protected]

Dave CurottoExecutive Chef847.847.3257 [email protected]

Lisa Bartsch Food & Beverage Director 847.847.3272 lbartsch@ hwccgolf.com

Kelly Thayer Administrative Assistant 847.847.3251 [email protected]

Joe Titus PGA Head Golf Professional 847.847.3258 [email protected]

Adam Boyce Tennis & Aquatics Director 847.847.3265 [email protected]

Ed Rizer Fitness Supervisor 847.847.3264 [email protected]

Scott Hillyard Grounds Superintendent 847.540.1976 [email protected]

Club StaffHours of Operation

Clubhouse Hours December Monday: ClosedTuesday-Saturday: 11:00am – 9:00pmSunday: 11:00am – 8:00pm

Clubhouse Hours January Monday-Wednesday ClosedThursday-Saturday 11:00am-9:00pmSunday 11:00am-8:00pm

Fitness HoursMonday – Thursday 5:30am – 9:00pmFriday 5:30am – 7:00pm Saturday - Sunday 7:00am – 7:00pm

Phone NumbersClubhouse 847.847.3250 Golf Shop/Tee Times 847.847.3259 Dining Reservations To Go Orders 847.847.3250 Social Event Reservations 847.847.3251 Private Events & Catering 847.847.3272 Fitness Center 847.847.3264 Fax 847.550.1352

HWCC Golf Course Blog: hawthornwoodscc.blogspot.com

HWCC Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/HawthornWoodsCC

Mystery Member Number Be on the lookout for your member number hidden somewhere in the newsletter! Call the Club if you find your Member Number and you will have the opportunity to enjoy a complimentary dinner entrée with a glass of house wine for you and a guest at the Club…good luck! *Does not Apply to Special Events*

Our website address is www.hwccgolf.comTo access the “Members Only” page, please click on the Member Login link located on the upper right side of the Home Page and then enter the following:

User Name: Member Last Name Password: Membership Number with Letter (GXXXX or SXXXX or KXXXX)

Please visit our website at www.hwccgolf.com

1 Tournament Drive North Hawthorn Woods, IL 60047

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Looking AheadJanuary 13 - Kids Eat Free Lunch & Puppet Show 12-3pm

January 20- Champagne Brunch 10am-1pmJanuary 26-Prime Rib Night 5:30-8:30pmJanuary 27- Family Bingo 12:00-3:00pm

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