Tattler

In This Issue:

President’s letter

Manager’s Letter

October Events

Ladies Organization

Calendar

November Events

Golf Shop

Hours

Bod & Staff

com·mu·ni·ty (/kəˈmyo͞onədē/)- a feeling of fellowship with others, as a result of sharing common attitudes, interests, and goals.

We are all part of the community called Oakwood Country Club. Think about it. We play golf together; we hang out at the pool together with our kids; we eat and drink together in the golf Bar; We host our family and social events in the dining room. We share our experiences, both good and bad with each other. That’s one of the most important aspects of community – Communication.

Communication is not something that just exists at the level of members of Oakwood, but also at the level of the Board. Unfortunately, there has been a lack of communication between the two groups. Both groups have a sense of what they want Oakwood to be, but the communication of those values has until recently been limited. As president of the Board, I accept a great deal of responsibility for this. Over this past year, your Board has had to deal with some difficult issues relating to the aging of our facilities, but most importantly, the effect that declining membership has had on delivering the kind of country club ex-perience you, as a member, should expect. The Board has placed tremendous pressure on the manage-ment team to deliver this experience within a tighter budget, and I commend them for the work that they have done. Never the less there still remains dissatisfaction on the part of some members.

If you remember, last month I introduced the concept of the suggestion boxes. Throughout the clubhouse, there are locked suggestion boxes which allow you, the member, to give feedback to us, the Board and management, on how we are doing. How was your service in the golf bar? How did the course play? Do you have an idea that would enhance the enjoyment of the club for other members? We welcome all con-structive comments and ideas. The comments are all held in the strictest of confidence, and only Board members have access to the boxes. We have a dynamic committee system which will address these in the context of the budget. But, here’s a request - because, these are held in the strictest of confidence, we ask that you put your name on your comments. That way, we can have a committee chair, or myself, reach out to you to let you know you have been heard. Later in this newsletter, there is a summary of the comments received to this point and the responses to them. Sadly, my last comment on this is that we can only ac-complish those things that fit into our budget. Our operation, as you surely understand, is based on the number of members we have and the dues that they pay. The lifeblood of our club is our membership. So, I am asking you, if you believe in the vision of what Oakwood can be, invite your friends, business associ-ates, neighbors to experience what Oakwood is, but more significantly, what Oakwood can become.

Finally, I want to extend a big Welcome and shout out to our new Chef, Chef Dan, and his team. Those of you that attended the Meet the Chef night were wowed by what he and his team have created. That was a part of the vision of what Oakwood can become with the positive support of its members.

Oakwood… It’s where you belong!

John Golden

Greetings,

The staff and I are looking forward to a beautiful Fall golf season at Oakwood as well as switching gears and focusing on the inside fun at Oakwood. A few of the highlights for the Fall:

That is 10 events over 60 days. Now that’s what I call fun and something for everyone. Go Team!

I am very proud of the Oakwood management staff and employees for their exceptional performance this past season. Through hard work and dedication they were able to entertain the members and guests of Oakwood at a reasonable cost. Below I have listed some, but not all, of their successes.

Golf Operations

Junior Golf Lessons on Thursdays and spread throughout the summer. This provided for greater participation and the opportunity for parents to be involved with their children.

The introduction of several new outside events helped off-set the lousy Spring weather.

Both Ladies and Men’s Member Guests showcased all that Oakwood has to offer.

Nick Wadsager and the operations staff did a remarkable job delighting members and guests.

QC Amateur Championship

Golf Course

The condition of the course was superb year round. I cannot recall a year when we received more positive com-ments from guests.

Hole 18 grew in very nicely as well as the turf around the traps.

The overall maintenance of the course considering a substantial decrease in the labor budget was outstanding.

Clubhouse/Entertainment

70 events including weddings, golf outings, graduations, showers, pool parties etc.. while operating normal dining and pool operations along with 24 Club sponsored member events.

The hiring process of our new Chef, Dan Wilda, while maintaining food & beverage operations in the absence of a Chef on staff.

Administration

Exceptional communication to members of events and important announcements through various outlets includ-ing Constant Contact, Facebook, Tattler, and electronic display. The introduction of on-line bill paying.

As always, if there is anything that we can do for you please do not hesitate to let me know.

See you around the Club,

Mark

Ladies Fall Luncheon, October 1

Super Sunday Scramble, October 6

Glow Ball Tournament , October 11

Oktoberfest , October 11

Family Halloween Party, October

Ladies Fall Fashion Luncheon , November 2

Chili Open , November 3

Kid’s Culinary Camp, November 9

Holiday Wine Tasting, November 16

The Night Before Thanksgiving, November 27

NFL TICKET TAILGATE

&SUNDAY FUNDAY

12-5PM

Bring the family out for a fun day at Oakwood with NFL games in the

Golf Bar and family friendly movies and games in the Banquet Room.

Spend your Sunday afternoons with your family and friends in a safe

and comfortable environment.

Bloody Mary Bar

Create Your Own Masterpiece

Olives, Celery, Pepperoni, Pickles,

Pepperoncini, Bacon, Horseradish

Well $4

Smirnoff $5

Titos, Ketel One, Grey Goose, Absolute

$6

Mimosas & Poinsettias

Bar $6

Champagne Split with Orange Juice or

Cranberry Juice

Food Specials

Burger Baskets - $7

Chicken Wings - $8 dozen

Chicken Tender Basket - $7

Grilled or Fried Pork

Tenderloin Basket - $7

Pizza Specials

Beer Specials

$2.25 Cans of Domestic

$2.50 Domestic Drafts

Super Sunday

Sunday, October 6th

Format: 18 Hole - 4 Person Preferred Ball

Teams will be randomly drawn A-B-C-D

Who can play: Golf, LTD - Men & Women - Member Only

Cost: $30 per player includes cart & prizes

Taco Bar available after play

Sign up deadline: October 4th

www.oakwoodgolf.org - (309) 799-5558

10:00am Shotgun

October 11thOctober 11th 6pm to 8pm

$25++ per person

Light up the night, in a fun filled night of glow ball!

Format: 9 holes alternate shot couples - 4 to 5 couples per

team

Who Can Play: Golf, LTD, Social - Men & Women - Guest Welcome

Cost: $80 per couple (glow ball supplies, cart, prizes, dinner)

Glow Ball

Friday, October 11th

LADIES ORGANIZATION

The 2019 golf season has come to an end! However, "Fall Golf" has arrived!

There should be plenty of warm days to come out and enjoy the beauty

Oakwood has to offer..

The 50th Illinois State Senior Women's Amateur Golf Championship was held

in Bollingbrook, Illinois September 10-12, 2019. Representing Oakwood Coun-

try Club was Joyce Aller and Rose Barnet. Joyce Aller faced some fierce

competition and made a great showing in her 30 year career at the Senior's.

Rose Barnet brought home the first place net trophy in her age division. We

can't forget Rose is a past champion! Congratulations ladies we are very

proud of you both. The IWGA celebrated 50 years of Senior Amateur compe-

tition during a very special banquet during the week at Bollingbook. A musi-

cal video was made showing 50 years of champs, friends, players and work-

ers at the Senior's. Oakwood's support of the IWGA and it's many programs is

greatly appreciated!

SAVE THE DATE of Saturday November 2nd for the Fall Fashion Show. A very

special event that has been a wonderful way to showcase our beautiful

club! Bring your friends for a fun day with a delicious lunch, fashion show,

door prizes and shopping!! Get your reservations in quickly! It's usually a full

house!

CARDS ON THURSDAYS! If you are interested in playing cards, contact Jane

Gavin. This bridge group is always looking for players. If the weather doesn't

permit a round of golf, the ladies usually play (Euchre) and if you are interest-

ed please be at the club by 11:00 a.m. A great way to keep in touch with

friends! Don't forget to have some lunch as well.

"TIME SPENT WITH FRIENDS AT OAKWOOD IS TIME WELL SPENT"!

Pam Henning

President

SUGGESTION BOXES

Recently Suggestion Boxes were installed at the Club. They are located in the Main Entrance to the Golf Bar,

Ladies’ Locker Room, Men’s Locker Room, in the hallway outside the Pro Shop, and will also be installed at

the Pool. The purpose of the Suggestion Boxes are to get Suggestions/Comments/Questions from our mem-

bers. The Board of Directors want to hear from you, the Members or Staff, if you have any issues. The

attached process we follow is stated on the Boxes for your review. It is as follows:

In order to provide the exceptional experience you deserve, we welcome your comments and/or sugges-

tions.

Please write legibly on the paper form provided and sign your name.

All comments/suggestions are kept Confidential

The Board has designated one of the board members to check the boxes weekly. All suggestions/

comments are then tracked and shared with the Board Members and will be discussed with the ap-

propriate area of the club and responses made directly to the Club/Staff Member in a timely matter.

During the period of August 12, 2019 thru September 12, 2019, suggestions totaled fifteen. All of these sug-

gestions were anonymous. Therefore, the Board will be unable to directly share information. That being the

case, we will recap the suggestions below:

Pool - there were six suggestions and two comments. Suggestions were about keeping the pool open

after Labor Day and to provide more food options including snacks. The Clubhouse Committee are

discussing and working with management on these issues. Also, two comments were made that the

pool staff are very respectful and hardworking. Also, keep up the good work as “Oakwood is tops.”

Pro Shop - there were two suggestions. One is about hiring more bag workers as we still have a lot of

golf yet to play. The other suggestions is that chairs, benches, and garbage cans, be provided at the

Driving Range. Pool tables and a lounge would also be great. Discussion is taking place with Pro

Shop/ Mark.

Golf Course - there were two suggestions. One is about trimming the tree in front of the red tee box on

Hole 4 and the other about removing trees on the 18th fairway and moving the fairway trap. The

Golf/Sports Committee will be in discussion with the Superintendent, Troy.

Office - one suggestion to cash member checks more often. Discussed with Mark.

Golf Bar - one suggestions to not run out of N/A beer. Discussed with Kyle.

Food – one suggestion to add more Appetizers to the menu. Discussed with Mark and Kyle. One Com-

ment was made that the food is phenomenal, Go Oakwood.

The Board of Directors is glad to share this information with all the Members/Staff. We are working to pro-

vide the BEST experience we can for all of you. Thanks everyone.

Board of Directors

October Weekend Specials

10/11 Oktoberfest

10/12 Pine nut crusted tuna with pesto risotto and grilled asparagus $19.95

10/18 & 19 Prime Rib Dinner $24.95

10/25 Baked Ziti and Sausage with veg du jour $18

10/26 Steak Diane with choice of potato and veg du jour $28

10/4 Linguini and Shrimp in White Clam

Sauce $21.95

10/5 Large Private Event - Limited Menu

In order to help with staffing & food preparation we strongly

encourage you to make Reservations - Thank you!

October Family Nights - Thursdays -

10-3 Family Buffet: Cheeseburger Sliders, Chicken Tenders, Tater Tots, Hot Dogs, Mac n Cheese, Salad Bar & Brownies

10-10 Family Buffet: Pizza, Lasagna, Fettuccini Alfredo, Cheese Ravioli, Mozzarella Sticks, Fruit & Salad Bar

10-17 Large Private Event-Limited Menu 10-24 Halloween Party

10-31 Family Buffet: Pizza, Boneless Wings, Fruit & Salad Bar

Adults $14.95 Kids Ages 5-12 $10.95 Under 5 Complimentary

We will have a Movie on the Projector/Big Screen, 3 Hole Indoor Putt Putt Course & Board Games

to keep the whole family busy and having fun.

In order to help with staffing & food preparation we strongly

encourage you to make Reservations - Thank you!

Senior Play Day

Sunday, October 20th

4 Person Team Format - 2 of 4 Best Ball

Individual Stroke Play Event - Flighted by Age

Who Can Play: Golf / LTD - Men & Women - Member Only

Cost: $25 per person (prizes & food)

11:00a Shotgun Start

Sign Up Deadline: October 16th

All players will be paired by the golf shop

www.oakwoodgolf.org (309) 799-5558

Family Halloween Party

Thursday, October 24th

Haunted Hay Rack Rides - Costume Contest - Scary Scavenger Hunt

Fiendish Feast w/Mummy Fingers, Gooey Guts, Feetloaf and Mashed Potatoes

with Gravy, Slimy Worms & Eyeballs

Adults $14.95 / Kids $9.95 Ages 5-12 / 5 and Under Complimentary

In order to help with staffing & food preparation we strongly encourage you to make Reservations - Thank you!

Oakwood Country Club

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

1

Ladies Fall

Luncheon

2 3 Interclub Final @

Elmcrest Family Night

4 5 Dining in Golf Bar

Only

6

Super Sunday

7

Club Closed

Course Opens

at Noon

8 9 10 Family Night

11 Glow Ball

Oktoberfest

12

13 14

Club Closed

Course Opens

at Noon

15 16 17 Dining in Golf

Bar Only

18 19 Dining in Golf Bar

Only

20

Senior Play Day

21

Club Closed

Course Opens

at Noon

22 23 24 Halloween Party

25 26

27 28

Club Closed

Course Opens

at Noon

29 30 31 Family Night

Phone: 309-799-3153

www.oakwoodgolf.org

1067 US Highway 6

Coal Valley, Illinois 61240

October 2019

Oakwood Country Club

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

1 2 Ladies Fall

Fashion Show

3

Chili Open

Cross Country

4

Closed

5 6 7 Family Night

8 9 Kid’s Culinary

Camp

10 11

Closed

12 13 14 Family Night

15 16 Holiday Wine

Tasting

17 18

Closed

19 20 21 Charlie Brown Thanksgiving

22 23 Dining in Golf Bar

Only

24 25

Closed

26 27 The Night Before

Thanksgiving

28 Thanksgiving

Closed

29 30

Phone: 309-799-3153

www.oakwoodgolf.org

1067 US Highway 6

Coal Valley, Illinois 61240

November 2019

Golf Shop Talk October 2019

This month at Oakwood…

3rd - Interclub Final @ Elmcrest

5th - Player of the Year Finale

6th - Super Sunday

11th - Glow ball

20th - Senior Play Day

Golf Shop Spotlight

Golf Polos 15% OFF

Golf Bags 10% OFF

Footwear 10% OFF

Headwear BOGO 50% OFF

Golf Clubs - Orange Ticket Pricing

Demo Clubs for Sale!

Cocktails & Golf Sale - Saturday, October 26th

September Event Results

Labor Day 4 Person Best Ball

Men’s Gross - Mark Ray, Kent Knickelbein, Beau Brandt, Steffen Timmer

Men’s Net - Pieter Hanson, Steve Kratzberg Jr., Jay Wallace, Steve Hayes

Mixed - John Sanders, Trista Sanders, Bob DeBlaey, Tara DeBlaey

Women’s Gross - Deb Behan, Deb Hutchinson, Laurie Redden, Maryanne Rush

Women’s Net - Stephanie Crompton, Leslie O’Melia, Wanda Robb, Rose Barnet

Men’s Guest Day

Gross - Joel Oltman & Steve DeClercq

Net - Dan Hoskins & Steve Sottos

Thank you to everyone that participated in events throughout

the season. Your support is always appreciated!

John Edwards - Hole # 8 - August 21st

Brenda Kratzberg - Hole #3 - August 22nd

Swinging on Plane

Swinging on plane is the best way to achieve consistent results in your full swing.

If you are someone who doesn’t swing on plane, you are required to make adjustments

in the transition and downswing to compensate for poor positioning earlier in your

swing. The best way to develop an on plane golf swing, is to check your positioning at

different points in the swing. You can use video or a mirror to check your positions

throughout the swing, and develop a more on plane swing.

Use these 10 checkpoints to swing more on plane

For more tips check out the my website of follow me on social media!

www.ericdranegolf.com

Demo Club Sale!

TS Driver - $315

TS Fairway - $175

818 Hybrid - $140

AP3 Irons (4-AW) - $660

AP1 Irons (4-PW) - $550

Vokey Wedge - $90

M5 Driver - $350

GAPR Hybrid - $100

Epic Flash Driver - $399

Epic Flash Fairway - $225

Big Bertha Hybrid - $175

PM Grind Wedge - $90

EXS Driver - $200

EXS Fairway - $150

EXS Hybrid - $100

ST 190 Driver - $300

ST 190 Fairway - $175

CLK Hybrid - $150

JPX 919 Forged (4-AW) $650

JPX 919 Hot Metal (4-SW) $525

Saturday, November 2nd

11am - 12pm Social & Shopping 12pm Style Show & Luncheon

$20 per person - guests are welcome

Lunch Menu: Chicken Cordon Bleu, whipped potatoes, salad and cranberry cake

Fall “Fur” Fashion Show and Luncheon

Collecting Donations for:

Jackson Foundation Pet Pantry (non for profit 501c)

Prizes, Cash or Check Donations

Fashions from:

Katsch, Austra, Four Seasons, Daffodil Row, Ruby Slipper

Pop-Ups with all stores plus Chicago Street Decorating Center -

Ray Jean Designs - Von Maur

Please RSVP by Friday, October 25th

For Members call Angie @ 309-799-3153

@Oakwood Country Club

Chili Open Cross Country

Sunday, Novembe r 3rd

This event is a 4-person team event.

12 holes of cross-country best ball - 2 of 4 balls counted each hole.

Flighted based on total team handicap

You can sign up as a team or as an individual and we will pair you up.

Men, Women, and Mixed divisions.

Who can play: Golf & LTD Golf – Men & Women – Member Only Event

Cost: $30 per player (cart, prizes & chili buffet)

9:00am Shotgun Start

OAKWOOD KID ’S

CULINARY CAMP 2019

November 9, 2019

2-4pm

$15 per camper

1st Course - How to make a House Caesar Salad

2nd Course - How to make pizza. Each child will participate in mak-

ing the dough, rolling out the dough and making pizzas from a great

assortment of toppings.

Parents and Family are welcome to come to taste what the Jr. Chef’s

have made for their Pizza Buffet. Cost is $9.95 per person. Please

RSVP for a spot in Camp. Also, please give us the T-shirt size for

your camper.

JOIN US AT OUR ANNUAL HOLIDAY WINE TASTING EVENT

201920192019

TA S T I N GTA S T I N GTA S T I N G

Tis the Season to be Jolly Enjoy Fine Wine & Spirits

SATURDAYSATURDAY NOV 16, 5NOV 16, 5--8PM8PM

$20++ $20++ per personper person

COME AND SAVOR OUR GOURMET FINGER FOODS AND DESSERTS

THAT PAIR PERFECTLY WITH ALL OF OUR HOLIDAY SELECTIONS!

(In order to help with staffing & food preparation we strongly encourage you to make

Reservations - Thank you!)

A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving

Thursday, November 21st

5 - 8PM

$14.95 Adults $9.95 Kids Ages 5-12

Under 5 Complimentary

We will be showing “A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving” on the big screen.

And to stay in theme with the show we’ll be serving Toast, Jelly Beans,

Popcorn, Pretzel Sticks and Ice Cream Sundaes along with a Pizza Buffet.

A new way to celebrate with family

and friends and have some fun!

Come join us!

In order to help with staffing & food

preparation we strongly encourage you

to make Reservations - Thank you!

The Night Before Thanksgiving

End of Year Food & Beverage Minimums

Please Read

The Club will be closing on January 1, 2020 for annual maintenance and deep cleaning, reopening on January 30, 2020. Your monthly minimum will be affected by the shutdown. We will be altering the monthly minimum cycle in order to accommodate you during the last three months of the fiscal year. Members whose last names begin with the letters A-M will have from November 16, 2019 through February 15, 2020 to use their combined three month minimums. For example, if you are a Family 40+ golf member whose last name begins with the letter J, you will have from November 16, 2019 through February 15, 2020 to spend $225 in food and beverage charges. Members whose last names begin with the letters N-Z will have from December 1, 2019 through February 28, 2020 to use their combined three month minimums. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to call the office.

309-799-3153

In an effort to better serve our members Oakwood now has a

PayPal account. Members are now able to pay their bill online if

they have a PayPal account.

Oakwood’s account is under sarah@oakwoodgolf.org.

Members will be charged back the 2.9% processing fee that the

Club incurs.

Please let us know if you have any questions.

Business Office Hours

Monday - Friday 9am - 3pm

Food Service

Dining Room

Sunday - Wednesday Closed

Thursday - Saturday 5pm - 8pm

Golf Bar Beverage Service

Monday Closed Golf Bar

Tuesday & Wednesday 11am - 3pm Monday Closed

Thursday 11am - 8pm Tuesday- Friday Open at 10am

Friday & Saturday 11am - 9pm Saturday Open at 8am

Sunday (limited menu) 11am - 5pm Sunday Open at 8am

**Hours are Subject to Change**

Oakwood Country Club Staff

Clubhouse 309-799-3153

General Manager Mark Uhde

Service Manager Kyle Doxstader

Executive Chef Dan Wilda

Bookkeeper Sarah Raber

Administrative Assistant Angie Samms

Pro Shop 309-799-5558

Golf Professional Eric Drane

Asst. Golf Professional Nic Wadsager

Grounds 309-234-5141

Grounds Superintendent Troy Shattuck

www.oakwoodgolf.org

OAKWOOD COUNTRY CLUB

1067 US HIGHWAY 6

COAL VALLEY, IL 61240-9448

2019/2020 Board of Directors Officers

President John Golden 2022

Vice President Steve McCann 2021

Treasurer Gary McCormick 2022

Secretary Darla Evans 2020

Committees Term

Jon DeDecker House &Grounds 2021

Darla Evans Communications 2020

Clubhouse/Entmt.

Jason Peterson Sports & Golf 2020

Beau Brandt Golf & Sports, A/R 2020

Steve McCann Membership/Comm. 2021

Gary McCormick Finance/Cap. Imp 2022

Brad Muller Membership & A/R 2021

Stephanie Crompton Clubhouse/Entmt. 2022

& Finance/Cap. Imp

Ladies’ Organization

Pam Henning President

Jan Knox Vice-President

Deni McCarter Secretary

Deb Kell-Nelson Treasurer