Hentley Farm Wine DinnerThursday, November 3 • 7:00pm

Members $75++ Per Person/$125++ Per CoupleNon-Members $90++ Per Person/ $150++ Per Couple

Reservations Due No Later than Monday, November 1

Hentley Farm is a boutique winery and vineyard, located in Australia’s Barossa Valley.

Nestled in the rolling hills of Seppeltsfield, Hentley Farms boasts its ability to produce concentrated, full flavored and full-bodied well structured and balanced wines. Our wine dinner will allow you to enjoy these wonderful wines with

perfectly matched dishes that will bring out the full flavor and full-bodied tastes of both.

At The DoorDuo of New Zealand Lollypop Lamb Chops with Fava Beans, Caramelized Shallots and a Thyme Beauty Reduction~

Paired with 2008 “Clos Otto” Shiraz

AppetizerBraised Waygu Beef Tenderloin over Hominy and Irish Sharp White Cheddar Puree with Sautéed Huckleberries

and English Peas~ Paired with 2009 “The Beauty” Shiraz

SaladPulled Smoked Turkey, Roasted Butternut Squash and Fennel tossed with

Mesclun Greens in an Eden Valley Vinaigrette with a Wedge of Baked Brie~ Paired with 2009 Grenache Rose

IntermissionBlackberry and Lemon Sorbet with Pistachio Foam

Main Course (Choice of One)Pan Seared Free Range Wild Bison Strip Loin over Truffled Golden Yukon Mashed Potatoes, Hard Sear Chanterelle Mushrooms,

Caramelized Cipollini Onions and Blackberry Demi Glace~ Paired with 2009 “ The Beast” Shiraz

Grilled Bone In Veal Chop over Danish Bleu Cheese Russian Fingerling Potatoes, Braised Brussels Sprouts and Roasted Shallots with Duck Confit Mirepoix~ Paired with 2008 “Clos Otto” Shiraz

DessertBlackberry and Goat Cheese Tart with a Double Churned Huckleberry Frozen Custard~

Paired with 2009 “The Exception” Riesling

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Social Events & Reservations. Reservations are required for all social events. Please contact Kelly Thayer at (847) 847-3251 or via email at kthayer@hwccgolf.com

Club Dining & Social Events

Friday Fun NightEVERY FRIDAY! 5:30pm-7:30pmEnjoy drink specials, complimentary hors d’oeuvres, prime rib and the weekend’s Chef Specialty menu which features an array of seasonal fish and specialty dishes. To make reservations call Kelly Thayer at 847.847.3251

Champagne BrunchSunday, November 6 & Sunday, November 2710:00am-1:00pmAdults $19++ Children (6-12) $8++5 and Under $$FREE$$Price Includes: Coffee, Hot Tea and Juice HWCC will once again be hosting Sunday Champagne Brunch. Enjoy a delicious brunch buffet, $4 House Bloody Mary’s, $3 Mimosa’s or Champagne and the little ones (5 & under) can join us for free! Each Adult may get one glass of champagne or one mimosa compliments of HWCC.Pumpkin Bread French Toast, Cheese and Berry Blintz, Omelette Station, Smoke Salmon Benny, Bacon and Sausage, Smoked Whitefish, Roasted Stuffed Beef Tenderloin, Mushroom Picatta over Grilled Chicken Breasts, Roasted Potato Wedges, Smoked Salmon Display, Fresh Fruit, Danish and Muffins!

Seafood Buffet NightWednesday, November 9 5:30pm-8:00pm$28++All you can eat succulent seafood!• Mussels and Clams in White Wine Butter Sauce with Diced Tomatoes and Roasted Shallots and Fennel• Pesto Crusted Mahi Mahi• Mini Crab Cake Sandwiches• Chilled Crab Salad• Smoked Salmon• Raw Bar

Father Daughter DanceSaturday, November 196:00pm-9:00pm Daughter $12++ • Father $28++Join us for an evening dedicated to you and your little girl(s). Father and Daughter will enjoy a beautiful dinner together followed by music and dancing. All ages, and Granddaughters are welcome, so bring that special girl in your life. Reservations are necessary, contact Kelly at 847.847.3251 or kthayer@hwccgolf.com to reserve your spot, please have your dinner selections ready when making your reservation.

Daughter’s ChoicesSalad

1.) Fruit Cup2.) Mixed Berry and Mesclun Greens Salad with Goat Cheese

and Raspberry Vinaigrette

Entree1.) Cheese Tortellini with Tomato Vodka Sauce

and Side of Sautéed Broccoli2.) Chicken Fingers with Fries

Dad’s ChoicesSalad

1.) Wedged Romaine Hearts with Smoked Bacon, Bleu Cheese, Shallots and Cherry Tomatoes

with Bleu Cheese Dressing2.) House Salad with Dark Balsamic

Entree1.) New York Strip with Danish Bleu Cheese Crust and Mushroom

Ragout over Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes2.) Pan Seared Beef Filet with Roasted Fingerling Potatoes

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Thanksgiving BuffetThursday, November 2411:30am-3:00pmAdults $26++Children (6-12) $12++Children 5 and Under $6++Bring your family to the club and give thanks for everything wonderful in your life at our Thanksgiving Day Buffet. This event is great for those of us who are not exactly skilled in the culinary arts; not to mention a great alternative to cooking and cleaning for days when it’s your turn to host the relatives and in-laws! No cooking, no cleaning, no hassle; really a great way to conserve your energy for all those Black Friday sales.

Butter and Herb Roasted Turkey, Apricot Glazed Bone In Ham, Roasted Garlic and Rosemary Stuffed Pork Loin, Prime Rib, Confit Turkey Stuffing with Walnuts, Cranberries and Sage Butter, Butternut Squash Soup with Thyme, Mashed Buttermilk Potatoes, Roasted Squash and Shallots, Asparagus in White Wine and Roasted Garlic, Green Beans with Almonds, Composed Salads, Raw Bar, Fresh Fruit, Danish, Muffins, Bagels with Smoked Salmon, Pecan Pie, Apple Pie and Pumpkin Pie.

Black Friday Deals at Hawthorn Woods Country Club

Friday,November 257:00am-11:00amFast Food that’s Good to Go foryour Black Friday ShoppingNeeds. Call in your order beforeyou leave the house and pick upon your way by the club or placeyour order before you head overto the Pro Shop for some BlackFriday Sale Shopping and we’llhave it ready to go when you need it.

Just $5 Each!Omelette with up to 3 toppings

Egg Sandwich with Lettuce, Tomato,Cheese and Ham or Turkey

Cheese Burger (No Side)Mini Chicken Tender Sandwich with

Lettuce and TomatoChopped Salad

Smoked Turkey and Cranberry Walnut Sandwich

Kids Black Friday Morning Movie Madness

Friday, November 257:00am-11:00am$15 per Child**$5 per Child with New Toy Donation for Local Families in Need**Drop your kids off while you shop!Kids ages 5 and Up can hang out at the club and watch movies, do crafts and get breakfast instead of tagging along on your shopping trip!

Looking 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.

HWCC Catering And Event Planning

Club Dining & Social Events

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NovemberSaturday, 5th Turkey Shoot

Turkey Shoot(ABCD – Blind Draw) November 5th 10:00 am Shotgun Start Entry Fee: $75.00 per player Included in entry fee: Frozen Turkey, On-Course Chili & Bloody Mary Bars, Cart and Awards This year-end event is a great way to round up the season with an ABCD Blind Draw Scramble format over 18 holes. This is a mixed event. There will be an on course chili cook off with a bloody-Mary bar. Each participant will receive a frozen whole turkey upon completion of play.

Event ResultsHusband Wife ChampionshipSunday, September 18th Gross Champion Dave & Mary Pat Zeffery 78Gross Runner Up Kevin Rafferty and Marja Riccio 79Net Champion Dan & Sharon Elkin 63Net Runner Up Mike & Kristy David 68

Fall ClassicSunday, September 25thChampions Dave Skupien, Jon Hansen, and John Silvis Runner Up Dante Tisci, Steve Beauchamp, and Jay Schedler

ShootoutsOctober 1st and 2nd Men’s Gross Shootout1st Place John Barringer2nd Place Tom Peterson3rd Place Jeff Roers

Ladies’ Net Shootout1st Place Mary Pat Zeffery2nd Place Patti Robinson3rd Place Kathy Esposito

Men’s Net Shootout1st Place Craig Holder2nd Place Al Lemke3rd Place Ric Leonardi

Big BreakCongratulations to Mark Vages for winning the Big Break! Mark broke the glass on his first try after Ric Leonardi just missed to the left.

Congratulations to our Ladies League winners for 2011Most ImprovedTuesday 18 Cara ZermuehlenTuesday 9 Debbie KozlowskiThursday 9 Ann O’Connell

Most ParticipationTuesday 18 Sharon Trevino & Patti RobinsonTuesday 9 Maryl SpenceThursday 9 Lisa Bogovich

Things to look for this monthBlack Friday SaleCome take advantage of the “busiest shopping day of the year” with the Black Friday Sale. This is your opportunity to find that special gift and save some money. Along with our already low prices on in-stock clubs, below are some of the other saving opportunities during this one-day sale!

FootJoy Outerwear – 25% offAll in-stock Golf Bags – 20% offAll clothing marked down – 15% off any single item, 30% off three or moreAll sale rack items – 50% offComplimentary gift wrapping

Winter LessonsWe will be installing the Indoor Hitting Nets in November. Winter is the perfect time to work on the fundamentals and not get too overly concerned with ball flight. We will be offering video lessons and club fitting with the Vector Launch Monitor. The nets and instruction will be available during the Golf Shop hours throughout the winter months.

Winter Lesson Rates• Joe Titus 45 minutes: $50• Greg Roberts 45 minutes: $50

At sometime this month our grounds crew will cover the greens. The covering of the greens is a practice that prevents winter damage to the putting surfaces. Our greens at HWCC are different from any in the area in that they consist of more sand and therefore, drain much faster. Because they drain so quickly, the greens are susceptible to drying out and severe winter damage. We are fortunate enough to have specifically-designed covers that not only protect the grass from harsh winter winds, but actually increase soil temperature by 2-3 degrees. Even better news, the covers allow for perfect and rich-colored greens early in the spring.

Golf NewsGolf Shop News With Joe Titus

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Turf NewsOn The Course With

Scott Hillyard

MembershipMembership At HWCC With Doug Ryan

November….how did this get here already? While we still have a few weeks left, I will count 2011 as a successful golf year despite the many challenges it provided. But what year doesn’t provide some sort of challenges? Greens are priority number one and we are ahead of where I expected them to be at this point in time. We have made strides in many other areas including bent grass maintenance as well as bunker maintenance. The conditions presented this fall have set us up well to enter next spring with very healthy plants that should be ready for the rigors of a golf season.

With just a few weeks left before permanent snowfall arrives, we have a few things remaining to complete to fully put the golf course to bed for the winter. We will be making fungicide applications to all greens, tees, and fairways for the prevention of snow mold. Dormant fertilizer applications will be made to all the same locations as well. These applications will help not only with a jumpstart in the spring but aid in the below ground growth of the plant as well. The irrigation system is scheduled to be winterized the week of November 15th prior to the onset of sustained below freezing temperatures. And lastly, greens tarping will need to take place sometime before frozen ground hits. Tarping dates are largely determined by weather conditions and not the calendar. Within the grounds department, the fall season is just as busy as the summer season, we just shift focus from daily maintenance and conditioning to tactics that promote long term plant health.

As I mentioned before, we are making dormant fertilizer applications to the turf during the month of November. If you are unsure of what I am referring to, dormant refers to turf grass that has stopped growing for the season. As it appears dormant to our eyes, below ground there is still some activity going on. This is a great time to give your lawn a little food too, remember the holiday schedule? A little food now will go a long way prior to your next fertilization next Memorial Day. S5365

Scott HillyardGolf Course Superintendent

We hope this issue finds you and your family well! 2011 New Member Family Welcome Tally: 28 Families!We would like to take a moment to welcome our newest Members who recently enrolled in membership with our family. We look forward to seeing you here at the Club very soon!

New Golf Members: Steve & Danielle Beauchamp of Mundelein Robert & Stephanie Mellinger of Vernon HillsWe also want to take a moment to welcome current Members who have decided to upgrade to a Resident Golf Membership. We thank you for your continued support of the Club! New Social Members: Douglas & Kelly Kerr of Somerset Hills CourtWalter Cosmo of Hawthorn Woods

Member Profile: Thank you to those Members who have filled out the Member Profile form that we recently sent out. This information is invaluable as it will help the Club determine what interests our Members have and what new programming the Club can introduce to the membership in 2012 in order to improve your overall experience here at HWCC.

However, we will eventually need some of you to help us out. In order to begin introducing “Clubs within the Club” we will need Members to volunteer to help spearhead certain club groups (like the current Book Club). From there we will help facilitate and promote these clubs to the membership so these groups can meet here at the Club on a regular basis. Members with the same interests can get involved with these clubs and begin having more fun. Our goal is to make the Clubhouse the “hub” of dining and social activity.

We would appreciate you taking the time to fill this form out and return it to the Club. If you have misplaced this form, please let us know and we will be more than happy to provide you with a new one.

Membership Committee: Our committee meets on the last Thursday of each month from 6:30-7:30 pm (unless that day falls on a holiday). We are still interested in welcoming more Club ambassadors to help serve on this committee. We could definitely use more Social Member participation, but would gladly accept Golf Members as well. As a reminder, our Membership Committee will assist the Club with membership enrollments, prospect events and with welcoming new Members to the Club. If you are interested in additional information about this committee, please feel free to reach out to me.

Congratulations Team SLAM DUNK!: A big thank you goes out to all of the Members who participated in our first “Bags at the Woods” bags tournament here last month. We had a great time on a beautiful day! A BIG congratulation goes out to the Champions…SLAM DUNK (Larry Butz and John Einarsen). We also would like to give kudos to our second place finishers who battled with every bag toss…THE BUMS (Neil Chernikoff and Tom Baumgartner). We will do this again!

We thank you for your continued support of Hawthorn Woods Country Club!

Ryno

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Fitness, Tennis & Aquatics

Coaches Corner With Adam Boyce

Fitness**Winter Fitness Hours**Monday-Thursday 5:30am-9:00pmFriday 5:30am-7:00pmSaturday-Sunday 7:00am-7:00pm

Fitness Desk847.847.3264

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.

YogaWith BetteSunday at 9:00am

Total Body Conditioning With Lois Tuesday & Thursday at 5:30am

ZUMBA FITNESS With Jennifer

Zumba is an aerobic experience like no other.

Combining Latin music with fitness and dance moves for a fun and exhilarating workout. Your first class is always FREE, so come TRY ONE ANYTIME.

Tuesday & Thursday at 6:00pm

Full Body Conditioning Class With Laura

Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 9:15 am

*As always we have personal trainers available for one on one sessions with any of our members. Fantastic rates!*

To Sign Up for Any of These Classes please Contact Ed Rizer- Fitness Supervisor at 847.847.3264 or via email at erizer@hwccgolf.com

RacquetsThe Drive The drive is the one offensive shot available to us in Platform Tennis. A drive opportunity can be generated off of a short serve or a good lob by the back court team. Whether you drive with your forehand or backhand you should always remember these four rules:

Rule 1- Put it in play

This sounds simple enough but it is amazing how many players don’t give the other team the chance to miss a volley. Putting it in play also means missing it long if you do miss. A good miss long at least gives the other team a chance to miss by playing the out ball. This happens all of the time in paddle, because the court is smaller.

Rule 2 – Location, Location, Location

You should always be thinking at the team, thru the team, but never around the team on a paddle court. Start with a ball between the team to see how they react. If they both look at each other with neither playing the ball you should look to exploit their lack of communication. If they cover the middle nicely look to hit the hitting hip of the player farthest from the net. This means if they are a right handed player you hit the ball towards their right hip. Finally, do they volley with a forehand or backhand? If you have a player that likes to hit forehand volleys you should aim your drives to the other side of their body forcing them to flip their paddle.

Rule 3 - Spin

Look to create topspin on your drives. This not only helps consistency, but can help keep the ball lower over the net forcing your opponents to volley below net level. If you have ever hit a volley from below net level you know how hard it can be to control. Generating topspin is easy on the paddle court. Simply close your paddle face so the top edge of the paddle is leading your swing. Take your contact point just in front of your front foot as you step towards the ball. From there make sure your finish comes up and across to your opposite ear.

Rule 4 – Power

If you have mastered rules 1 – 3 you are now ready to add pace to your drive. Although in paddle it is never necessary to blast the ball a million miles an hour when you are driving the correct ball. For you more advanced player out there, put the ball in play at the player off of the net. If you choose power, the ball will travel higher and be easier for your opponent to return.

There are definitely other opportunities for you to drive during the point. You should be able to drive off the deck and out of the screens consistently. Now would also be the time to start looking at adding a two-handed backhand to keep your opponents guessing on location to hit their overheads. If you are looking to fine tune your drive contact Adam or Jason in the Tennis Shop at 847-847-3265.

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

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

Hawthorn Woods Country ClubNovember 2011

DeCember 2011 Hawthorn Woods Country Club

Dress Code and Club EtiquetteAs a reminder, the policy for denim is in effect all year round and states that jeans, denim jackets, denim skirts, denim shorts or any other denim clothing are not permitted in the clubhouse or on the golf course. Fridays are the only day denim is appropriate. We kindly ask that you remind your guests of the dress code policy as well, especially if you are having an event. The only exception to the dress code is for theme parties and or other designated events, which will be considered appropriate if approved by the General Manager. We also ask that no golf hats be worn in the Clubhouse. Please keep your phone on silent or vibrate. If taking or making a cell phone call please go to the foyer, locker room or outside if possible. Thank You.

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

Candlelight Dinner 5:00pm-8:00pm

Gingerbread House Decorating

11:00am-2:00pm

Holiday Open House Friday Fun Night 5:30pm-7:30pm

Santa Brunch 10:00am & 12:30pm

Seating’s

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

Candlelight Dinner 5:00pm-8:00pm

Holiday Afternoon Tea 2:00pm-4:00pm

Santa Brunch 10:00am & 12:30pm

Seating’s

Santa Dinner 6:00pm-8:00pm

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

Club Closed

Club Closed Club ClosedMembership

Committee Meeting 6:30pm-7:30pm

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

New Year’s Eve Ball

Wine Dinner 7:00pm Friday Fun Night 5:30pm-7:30pm

Turkey Shoot

Club Closed after 4:00pm for Private

Member Event

Champagne Brunch 11:00am – 2:00pm

Seafood Night 5:30pm-8:00pm

Club Closed after 4:00pm for Private

Member Event

Club Closed after 4:00pm for Private

Member Event

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

Father Daughter Dance

6:00pm-9:00pm

Thanksgiving Buffet 11:30am-3:00pm

Black Friday Deals

Kids Morning Movie Madness 7:00am-11:00am

Toy and Food Drive Begins

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

Champagne Brunch 11:00am – 2:00pm

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Please visit our website at www.hwccgolf.com

Club StaffTerry Hanley General Manager 847.847.3255 thanley@kempersports.com

Doug Ryan Marketing Director 847.847.3253 dryan@hwccgolf.com

Erik Whatley Executive Chef 847.847.3257 ewhatley@ hwccgolf.com

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

Kelly Thayer Administrative Assistant 847.847.3251 kthayer@hwccgolf.com

Joe Titus PGA Head Golf Professional 847.847.3258 jtitus@hwccgolf.com

Adam Boyce Tennis Director 847.847.3265 aboyce@hwccgolf.com

Trevor Hansen Aquatics Director 847.847.3265 thansen@hwccgolf.com

Ed Rizer Fitness Supervisor 847.847.3264 erizer@hwccgolf.com

Scott Hillyard Grounds Superintendent 847.540.1976 shillyard@hwccgolf.com

Matt Ulrych Controller 847.847.3254 mulrych@hwccgolf.com

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*

Looking AheAdDecember 1 & December 16:

Candlelight DinnerDecember 3:

Gingerbread House Building

December 11 & December 18: Santa BrunchDecember 31:

New Year’s Eve Ball

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Hours of Operation

Clubhouse Hours Monday: Closed Wednesday-Saturday: 11:00am-9:00pm Tuesday & Sunday: 11:00am-8:00pm

Fitness HoursMonday – Thursday 5:30am – 9:00pm Friday 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 847.847.3271 or 847.847.3250 Social Event Reservations 847.847.3251 Private Events & Catering 847.847.3272 Fitness Center 847.847.3264 Fax 847.550.1352