March15 Newsette

NewsetteMeridian Hills Country Club

March 2015www.meridianhillscc.org

Indoor Putt-Putt Night

Date Night Around the World

Sign Up: Must be in groups of 4 or 6Who: Any MHCC member (adults only) Expanded Kids Club open from 6pm-9:30pmEntry: $45/person (includes global inspired food stations, golf entry, prizes, dancing, & more!

Grab your putter and join us Saturday evening, March 14th for the Meridian Hills Winter Putt-Putt! Play your way around the world in one night, stopping through France, Beijing, Ireland, and beyond! Enjoy global inspired food and drink, as you tour our 10 hole course through MHCC with friends!

Saturday, March 14th

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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 March 2015

On January 24th your Board of Directors, Past President’s Council, Committee Chairpersons and members of the management team completed a planning retreat that crafted a vision for the club, strategic priorities for this year and action items we are working to complete within the next six months. One of the strategic priorities for 2015 is to strengthen our marketing & communication efforts.

To support this priority, we will be upgrading the software we use to run the club to the Jonas Software System in April. Jonas is a leader in providing integrated software solutions for Country Clubs, and has over 25,000 customers across 20 countries. We evaluated several software providers and asked two for proposals. The two finalists made presentations to the management team, and after careful analysis, we selected Jonas based on their proven track record, cost, and features improving member experience.

The three features that I am excited to use are: a) Golf tee times will be available online. We will continue to have a lottery for weekend and holiday tee times and the software system automates much of the work our golf staff does in preparing tee sheets. We will continue to take reservations by phone or in person; however, I believe many members will find using this online feature, available from the browser on your phone, will be easiest way to schedule a round of golf. b) Dining room reservations will be available online. We will continue to take reservations by phone or in person, though much like tee times, I believe many members will find using this online feature to be the easiest way to schedule a dining room reservation. This feature will be implemented in early summer. c) Paying your monthly bill can be done via online bank transactions. This feature will allow funds to be drawn from your checking account to pay your bill without having to write a check. This feature will also be available in early summer.

To support the conversion and training for the Jonas system, we will not have dining service on Tuesday, April 7th (first Tuesday after Easter). The halfway house will be open, but a la carte service will not be available in Bogey’s, Bogey’s Bar, the Hearth Room, Men’s Grill or family dining room.

I am impressed with the plan and work done so far to implement the system. This is a large complex project, and I know a change of this magnitude often creates unforeseen disruptions. With this in mind, I ask in advance for your tolerance as we work to improve the club. Sincerely,Jim Dodson

Jim Dodson Club President


March 2015

Message from theGeneral ManagerTable of Contents

Steve Roper, CCM, CCE General Manager

C. William Bockstahler

IN MEMORIAM:

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

7-9 ~ Golf News

10-11 ~ Calendars

12 ~ Club Information

While winter has not passed, spring is near arrival. Easter, then the Masters, represents a time of year in which we all look forward. With thoughts of tennis and golf activity starting up, dining on the porch and patio, and the pool getting ready for the year, we can imagine excitement is present throughout your family!

Our new IT software management systems are scheduled for going live in early April with the back office accounting system and point of sale system in the restaurant. A new website will be rolled out in May. During this time, please be patient with us as we work through this process. Our management team is taking important measures to ensure a successful transition. These include: weekly conference calls to our new provider, Jonas , our software provider and our management team. Our IT support team has been in step making all necessary hardware upgrades and participating in the calls, and our accounting support team is providing additional oversight. On Tuesday, April 7th, we will be closed for a la carte dining as we complete training for the service staff. The Halfway House will be open.

This summer our pool will be managed by Ashley Gilchrist. Ashley has spent four summers at the pool, three as a lifeguard and her last as pool manager and swim team coach. Ashley graduated from IU and is currently a grammar school teacher in Nora. Welcome back Ashley!

Also, coming to Meridian Hills is Ed Ahlbrand. Ed will be the swim team head coach. Ed was formerly at the Riviera Club for twenty plus years and comes to us with the excitement and enthusiasm of building a competitive swim team, offering children’s programs, water aerobics and other activities that gave him such recognition and popularity from our own members who have participated at Rivi. Welcome Ed to MHCC, we highly anticipate the energy you will bring to us and the club’s children!

For those members using the Kid’s Club please be reminded that parents/guardians must remain on club premises while your child is at the Kid’s Club. In compliance with state regulations the maximum Kid’s Club stay is 3 hours. Thank you for observing these policies and regulations.

Upcoming Events: Wednesday Fiesta Night (last Wednesday of the month) includes live music with Blair Clark Indoor Putt-Putt/Date Night Around The World, Saturday, March 14th Burger Night, Thursday, March 19th Breakfast with the Bunny, Saturday, April 4th & Easter, Sunday, April 5th.

See you at the club!Steve Roper


March 2015

Membership Update & Upcoming EventsMembership Chairman Update

As you read this Newsette it will be March, which means March basketball, St. Patrick’s Day and warmer temperatures. Spring is around the corner!!The Refundable Certificate Membership Program is expiring on March 31, 2015. This membership program allows certificate holders the opportunity to redeem their certificate by giving it to an existing member to upgrade their membership or to a prospective new member to assist with the initiation fee. The certificates can be given to family members, friends, coworkers, clergy, etc. If you have any questions please feel free to call me or Megan Christman at 317.860.1556 or [email protected] Membership Committee had a very productive meeting in February and some exciting ideas about growing membership are in the works. As the weather gets warmer we will be busy with prospective members so now is the time to get ahead of the line and communicate with Megan, your friends, and family who would like to join our beautiful club. Remember, spring is right around the corner. Thanks for your support! Pat Schaefer

Pat Schaefer Membership

Committee Chairman


March 2015

Upcoming Events


March 2015

In a little over a month the 2015 Masters will be held on April 9-12, in Augusta , Ga. For many years tickets were seldom available to purchase. In recent years ticket brokers have been able to secure tickets that are available to now purchase. The Masters is still one of the most popular sporting events of any of the sports. If you have never been, I would strongly recommend you plan a trip to this year's tourney. Tickets are available for practice rounds or any of the tournament days. Your own trip can be customized to fit the needs of your group. I have the privilege to assist several families in the past and they all had a great experience. The two brokers that I have used, who I trust and have had good track records with are:Brent Fisher, ETA tickets, [email protected] and his phone numbers are cell, 317-509-0252 and work, 317-251-5500, and Jimmy Wolfe, JT Tickets, [email protected] and cell, 317-531-6996.If a trip to the Masters is something that you would enjoy doing, I would suggest you call these men as soon as possible.Always,Jack

Want to go to the 2015 Masters

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, March 27th TaylorMade Golf Fitting 1:00-5:00pm Friday, 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 3:00pm Shotgun start Sign up starts on Friday, March 27th


March 2015

Golf NewsDress Code ReminderProper attire must be worn at all times by members and their guests on the: -Golf Course -Practice Tee -Putting and Chipping GreensProper attire consists of: -Slacks, tailored shorts, or skirts and skorts for ladies -Sport shirts with collar, mock turtlenecks, or blouses for ladies -Golf shoes with soft spikes or tennis shoes

New Golf Balls for 2015The New ProV1/ProV1X-Delivers performance achievable with a non-urethane cover#1 Played Ball in Golf

The New Chrome Soft-Soft Compression Feel-Outstanding Distance-Great short game spin

“The Ball That Changed the Ball”

Price Comparison Pro V1’s Callaway Chrome Soft Dicks Sporting Goods $50.00 $40.00 Golf Smith $50.00 $40.00 Edwin Watts $50.00 $40.00 Bembenick’s Golf Shop $48.00 $38.00

Peter Millar CollectionAre you ready for March basketball??? It looks as though there is a great chance that all four major universities in Indiana will be making an appearance in this year’s “Road to Indianapolis!”

Come into the golf shop and check out our Peter Millar Collection of IU, Purdue, Notre Dame, and Butler University apparel. We also have a great selection of University Tumbler Glasses! You will be looking good as you get ready to cheer your team on all the way to Indy!

Inappropriate attire would be: -Sandals of any type, swimming suits, swimming trunks, jogging shorts, coaches shorts, tennis attire, tank tops, or tee shirts without collars.Other dress code issues we ask to be followed:

-Shirts be tucked into your shorts or slacks -Hats worn with bill facing forward at all times; please take off hat inside the clubhouse -Remember, blue jeans are not allowed on any part of the golf course or practice area


March 2015

2015 Meridian Hills Men’s Golf Schedule *Men’s Tournament Package Event

April Friday, 17th Men’s Par 3 Tournament w/ dinner 3:00pm Shotgun *Wednesday, 29th Men’s Opening Day w/ steak dinner 1:15pm Shotgun May Wednesday, 6th Men’s League #1 5:15pm Shotgun Wednesday, 13th Men’s League #2 5:15pm Shotgun Friday, 15th Couples Twilight Golf 5:00pm Cocktails, 5:30pm Shotgun *Saturday, 16th MERGER (ABCD Draw) w/ lunch 8:30am Shotgun Saturday, 23rd DEMO DAY 10:00am --3:00pm Wednesday, 27th Men’s League #3 5:15pm Shotgun June Tuesday, June 2nd Directors Outing 1:15pm Shotgun Wednesday, 3rd Men’s League #4 5:15pm Shotgun Friday, 5th One Day Member/Guest w/ lunch & dinner 1:15pm Shotgun Wednesday, 10th Men’s League #5 5:15pm Shotgun Friday, 12th Couples Twilight Golf 5:00pm Cocktails, 5:30pm Shotgun Sunday, 14th Mixed Couples Invitational 1:15pm Shotgun *Friday, 19th Men’s Member/Member (Cocktail party after golf) 1:15pm Shotgun *Saturday, 20th Men’s Member/Member w/ lunch 8:30am Shotgun Wednesday, 24th Men’s League #6 5:15pm Shotgun Saturday, 27th Men’s Senior Club Championship Round 1 Tee Times Sunday, 28th Men’s Senior Club Championship Round 2 Tee Times July Wednesday, 1st Men’s League #7 5:15pm Shotgun Thursday, 9th Timberman Classic Friday, 10th Timberman Classic Saturday, 11th Timberman Classic Friday, 17th Couples Twilight Golf 5:00pm Cocktails, 5:30pm Shotgun Wednesday, 22rd Men’s League #8 5:15pm Shotgun Wednesday, 29th Men’s League #9 5:15pm Shotgun August *Saturday, 1st 1st Day of Club Championship Qualifying Tee Times *Sunday, 2nd 2nd Day of Club Championship Qualifying Tee Times Wednesday, 5th Men’s League #10 5:15pm Shotgun *Saturday, 8th Men’s Club Championship Semifinals Tee Times *Sunday, 9th Men’s Club Championship Finals Tee Times Wednesday, 12th Men’s League #11 5:15pm Shotgun Friday, 14th Couples Twilight Golf 5:00pm Cocktails, 5:30pm Shotgun Sunday, 23rd Mr. & Mrs. Championship w/ dinner 1:00pm Shotgun Wednesday, 26th Men’s League #12 5:15pm Shotgun *Saturday, 29th “The Hawk” 9:00am Shotgun September Wednesday, 2nd Men’s League #13 5:15pm Shotgun Wednesday, 9th Men’s Hole in One Outing w/ dinner 1:15pm Shotgun *Friday, 11th Men’s Season Long Shootout 2:00pm Start Monday, 14th–Tuesday 15th Golf course and greens aerification process Course Closed Wednesday, 23rd Men’s League #14 (Final Night) 5:15pm Shotgun *Saturday, 26th Men’s Closing Day REVENGE w/ lunch 9:00am Shotgun October Wednesday, 21st MHCC Board Outing w/ dinner 12:30pm Start

Men’s Tournament Package also includes the Ole Buddy & Season Long Shootout events

Golf News

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March 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

Friday NightShrimp Feast

Buffet

Ladies Duplicate Bridge, 10:00am

Chairwoman: Ann Dugan

Dinner Special:Veal Liver &

Onions

Dinner Special:Fish & Chips

Clubhouse Closed

Clubhouse Closed

Clubhouse Closed

Sunday Brunch ONLY

10am - 2pm

Pasta Night:Chicken Picatta

*Fiesta Night*Tuesday Night Menu

Tuesday Night Menu


Onions

No Dinner Service

Live Music with Blair Clark

Sunday Brunch ONLY

10am - 2pm

No Dinner Service

Sunday Brunch ONLY

10am - 2pm

No Dinner Service

Sunday Brunch ONLY

10am - 2pm

No Dinner Service

Sunday Brunch ONLY

10am - 2pm

No Dinner Service

Clubhouse Closed



Tuesday Night Menu

Tuesday Night Menu

Tuesday Night Menu

Pasta Night:Chicken

Parmesan

Pasta Night:Shrimp Diablo

Putt Putt PassportIndoor Golf



No a la carte

Burger Night

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April 2015 Meridian Hills Country Club

Ladies Book Club 12pm


Clubhouse Closed

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





Onions

Dinner Special:Fried Shrimp

Basket

Clubhouse Closed

Clubhouse Closed

Clubhouse Closed

Sunday Brunch 10am - 2pm

*Fiesta Night*


Onions

Live Music with Blair Clark

CLOSED for dinner





Pasta Night:Chicken Marsala

Pasta Night:Shrimp Diablo

Dinner Special:Fried Chicken



Dinner Special:Fish & Chips

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


March 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 March HoursTuesday – Sunday: 9am – 5:30pmMonday: 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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