~Hyde Parker~

June 2012

Hyde Park Golf & Country Club 3740 Erie Ave. Phone: 871-3111 Fax: 871-7374 “Welcome New Members”

Board of Governors Ron Johnston President Andrew and Melissa Whitworth, Steve Eha Vice President Emmy Waterkotte Secretary with their children, Andrew, Jr., Lynne LaMacchia Treasurer Sarah and Michael Mike Felton Doug Greiwe David Groenke Judge Thomas Nurre and his wife Trey Savage Ken Schuermann, Jr. Linda Nurre

Chairmen of Committees Grounds David Groenke Golf Ken Schuermann, Jr. Please make them feel welcome and at home when Membership Mike Felton you see them around, Governance Steve Eha Activities Trey Savage Hyde Park Golf & Country Club House Doug Greiwe Finance Lynne Lamacchia Property Emmy Waterkotte

Membership Roster Book Corrections Staff General Manager Eric O’Bryan Golf Professional Larry Drehs, PGA Joe Weldon - Hylant Group (B) 354-1615 Asst. Golf Professional Jeff Radatz email: [email protected] Asst. Golf Professional Marshall Maynard Golf Course Superintendent Pat O’Brien Asst. Golf Course Super. Mike Keller Asst. Golf Course Super. Greg Nickerson Mark Hauser, 10960 Chalon Road, Los Angeles, CA 90077 Caddy Master Pat Stricker Tennis Professional Eric Toth Paddle Professional Heather Prop Dennis Shiels - email: [email protected] Property Engineer Rick Spivey Bar Manager Les Hemingway Executive Chef Ralph Cipollo Banquet Manager Angi Neises Office Manager Sandi Wessendorf This is a reminder to all members who are parents.

We welcome any news or items of interest from all club groups. Please YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR YOUR contact the office at 871-3111 with your items for the newsletter by the CHILDREN’S CHARGES AT THE 15th of the month. SNACK BAR

From the President

By the time you read the June Hyde Parker, the season will be in full swing (pun intended). Eric O’Bryan, our General Manager, informs me that things are running smoothly at the club and activity is at an all-time high. Golf Rounds, tournaments, dining and special events are all up significantly. In last month’s newsletter, I asked you to try something new and use club facilities more often, and I thank you for doing just that. The vibes around the club are good these days, and it’s not lost on me that you, the members, create the vibes.

I have heard from a number of you that your dining experience has improved. While Chef Ralph has been on board now for less than 100 days, members have told me the following:  We like the offerings in the new menu – especially the fish items (butter crusted sea bass, fish tacos, & soft shell crabs)  We like to know that favorites from the past are available (the Maurice salad & Hyde Park steak sandwich)  The steaks are very much improved  We like the pre-made sandwiches in the snack bar  We like not getting “nickeled & dimed” for items like potato chips, refills, cheese on hamburgers  The grilled vegetable appetizer (not on menu) is awesome  The summer salads (build your own – if you like) are fabulous

We currently look at ways to improve the Club. It was determined at this time not to expand the Donald Ross Room into the Club Room until such a time we have a viable replacement for the Club Room. The Club Room (adjacent to the D.R. Room) while not as popular as the D.R. Room, serves a purpose for more formal occasions. A possible solution of the popularity of the D.R. Room may be to utilize the small bar area as additional informal dining. You will notice soon that the side porch area outside has a new look. We have added bar stools, tables and a flat screen to accommodate members waiting for a table or an area for a drink after Golf. It can also be used as a viewing area for swim meets.

Finally, in the Inaugural Drehs Cup honoring our head pro Larry Drehs, congratulations to Herb Conrard and his guest. Herb’s special victory comments said it all, “It is a great honor to play and win this Inaugural Tournament, especially since it honors our very esteemed pro Larry Drehs.” Well, I couldn’t agree more. It was a fabulous event to kick off the summer season honoring Larry.

Ron..

From the General Manager

Dear Member,

Another Memorial Day has come and gone, and this one was truly memorable!

I am certain you have read my emails updating you on the progress following the electrical fire that occurred here at the Club Sunday, May 27th at 6:00 pm. So I will not bore you with the identical details, however, I believe reiterating a sincere gratitude to my staff for their efforts, continuous offers of assistance from members and your continued understanding and support is very deserving and always appreciated! Thank you.

The swim and dive teams are off and swimming/diving with the first meet being at Hyde Park on June 6th versus Triple Crown Country Club. The coaches are still accepting enthusiastic children to participate and have plenty of fun in store for the season as they capture the gold for the Hydros. Contact Lauren or Bryan today!

The fitness room expansion is 99% complete and continues to receive fantastic reviews and increased participation. Some re-arranging of equipment will take place, and the arrival of an additional Elliptical machine is scheduled to arrive later this fall. Come and enjoy and remain healthy at the same time!

I, we look forward to seeing you here at your Club as you partake in the fabulous offerings and amenities throughout the summer! Thank you.

Regards, Eric O'Bryan

Reminder:

Members must be current on their account in order to participate in Club Social Events, Golf Events, Tennis, Paddle and Bowling. Members must be current on their account as well in order to host an event/party at the Club or sponsor an event/ party. Thank you.

Finance Committee 7th Flight Greg Fermann 96 John Deledda June 8th Flight Dean Meiszer 102 Golf News Jim Miller

2012 9th Flight Fred Fehr 101 Rob Canfield

Men’s Golf Event Let’s begin our golf news with some outstanding scores and some May 12, 2012 amazing shots from our fellow golfers this past month. On May 6th Mike Meehan eagled hole number 5 with a 7 iron from 150 yards Two Best Ball of Four out. Paige Grote conquered hole number 6 by chipping in for a 1st Place: Dave Vernon birdie with her sand wedge on May 9th. May 11th was Ron Ganote’s Randy Hershey 120 day for sure as he eagled number 5 and then aced number 12 in the Herb Conrard same round. Mike Stagnaro carded a hole in one on May 18th while Steve Culbertson playing in the 100 Hole Charity event at the Vineyard. Jim Eigel shot his age, 76, in a recent round here at Hyde Park. 2nd Place Tom Hayden Finally, Mick Homan shot a career best score of 69 in the men’s Pat Long 125 Memorial Day Outing. Congratulations to Mick and all of this Tim Fogarty month’s newsmakers. Jeff Groenke

Congratulations to the 108 amateurs and 12 professionals who 3rd Place Marty Bruce participated in the inaugural Drehs Cup Member-Guest on Friday, Todd Brinker 126*won scorecard playoff May 18th. Our very own Larry Drehs and his playing partner Dave Joe Weldon Bahr, Maketewah C.C. were co-champions of the professional flight Bart Fitzpatrick along with Tom Walters, Wyoming G.C. and Andy Horn, Kings Island. Herb Conrard and his guest Ralph Saltsgaver won the 4th Place Kevin Irwin playoff and were the overall Drehs Cup champions in the amateur Ron Ganote 126 flight division. All players enjoyed the format of 18 holes four ball Mike Meehan and nine holes foursomes’ competition. The 27 hole net scores were Tom Farnham as follows: Memorial Day Professional Flight Men’s Golf Event T-1st Larry Drehs Progressive Best Ball Dave Bahr 1st Place Dave Beckett T-1st Andy Horn Scott Randall 120 Tom Walters Pat Vaughn Joe Worrall 3rd Missy Kennedy Paul Hobart 2nd Place Matt Hutchins L.V. Semona 120 Flight Winners Ralph Shine 1st Flight Ken Schuermann 97 David Wellinghoff Terry Dingeldein

2nd Flight Randy Brooks 100 3rd Place Herb Conrard Brad Marsh . Steve Culbertson 120 Randy Hershey 3rd Flight Ron Johnston 95 Randy Folz 4th Place Mike Brown 4th Flight Mike Fitzgerald 98 Ron Joseph, Jr. 121 Randy Jones Mike Keefe Tom Tepe 5th Flight Herb Conrard 98 Overall Winners Ralph Saltsgaver Drehs Cup Champions

th 6 Flight Greg Joseph 103 June Golf News continued on next page... Carl Lindner

Golf Events for June June Golf News 2012 Continued... June 2nd to Round 1 of the Men’s Team Match Play Memorial Day June 23rd *Matches must be played within this time frame* th Men’s Golf Event June 5 - Ladies 18 Hole Invitational 8:30 Shotgun Start Progressive Best Ball (Course closed until approximately 1:30) th th June 6 , 7 and June 8th Junior Clinic from 4:00 until 6:00 each day th 5th Place Fritz Berghausen June 9 - Junior U.S. Open 3:00 Tee Times th Randy Brooks 123 June 14 - Ladies 18 Holers Afternoon Event 1:00 Tee Times th Kevin Irwin June 15 - Couples Twilight 5:30 Shotgun Start th th Ed Stenger June 16 - Begin taking starting times for July 4 Men’s Event th June 20 - Ladies 9 Hole Invitational 9:00 Shotgun Start 6th Place Chris Cardone (Front nine closed until approximately 12:00) st Whitney Green 124 June 21 - Junior Inter Club 8:00 Shotgun Start Ben Russert (Course closed until approximately 11:00) rd Rob Wildermuth June 23 - Men’s Golf Event with morning tee times (Format to be determined) 7th Place John Frey,Jr DEADLINE for Round 1 of the Team Match Play th Tim Grote 124 June 24 - Couples Caledonian 1:00 Shotgun Start th Greg Joseph June 24 to Round 2 of the Team Match Play Jim Kelly July 14 *Matches must be played within this time frame* th June 25 and -Men’s Met qualifying 8th Place David Brown June 26th (Course closed both days to all play) Todd Brinker 126 Casey Marsh Kevin Sheridan

Our first Couples Twilight Golf Event is Friday, June 15th. This 5:30 PM shotgun start “Scramble” event is the perfect opportunity to entertain guests for golf and dinner. Green fees are waived for this fun format which includes prizes with dinner. Please sign up in the golf shop. The CALEDONIAN Mark Thursday, July 12th on your calendar! The 93rd BRAEMAR is the New and Improved Braemar, more June 24th fun, less money. This year’s new format has been 92 years in the 1:00 PM SHOTGUN making. One change features an optional emergency nine hole fun event after the traditional 18 hole Braemar competition. There will also be fun at the pool, driving range and putting green with many contests and skills challenges.

The major change to this year’s BRAEMAR is that there will be  Blind partners (in name Only) in male- only one shotgun. We do anticipate a waiting list for Braemar so get your guest/s lined up and get your reservation in early. Look female event. Stableford points will be for invitations soon! posted and partners of blind twosomes

th with the most points will be the The Couples Caledonian is Sunday, June 24 . This 1:00 PM shotgun start promises to be another fun event with golf, pari-mutuel, shootout Caledonian champions. and dinner. Sign up in the golf pro shop today.

Your golf pro shop is now fully stocked with an excellent supply of  There will be on course events and a merchandise. Our apparel has both the new and traditional logo and a shootout, for qualifiers, in the 18th full selection sure to catch your eye. Club fitting has been going fairway. strong since February and we also have a full inventory of stock clubs including Vokey wedges, putters, fairway metals and irons. Stop in and let us take care of your every golfing need.  Cocktails and dinner to follow this fun

June is full of golf activities so be sure to check with the golf shop for event. details on any golf events that spark your interest. Also, please refer to your golf calendar when scheduling your golf to avoid schedule  Make your own foursome or sign up in the conflicts. pro shop and be paired.

Suggested Golf Reading From the HPGCC Golf Librarian’s Corner One Magical Sunday (But Winning Isn’t Everything) by: Phil Mickelson with Donald T. Phillips

If you are indeed a true golf enthusiast, you have to be thrilled with the events of the past few Sundays. Bubba wins his first major at storied Augusta National. Then, Rickie Fowler wins his first PGA Tour event, the Wells Fargo tournament, at tricky Quail Hollow. To top it off, how wonderful it was to watch the Kuchar family celebration on the 18th green of TPC Sawgrass, after winning the Tour Players Championship?

Another great family story is that of the Mickelson family. You probably would not be surprised to learn that on the front of Philip Alfred Mickelson’s birth announcement was a picture of a baby, (not Phil), carrying a golf bag, and, on the back was Phil’s first “tee time”, 3:45, June 16th. You probably wouldn’t be surprised either to learn that at age four (4), he won his first putting championship; against teenagers, none the less, at a week-long golf camp! And, to learn how to putt the speedy greens at Augusta, he got up on a pool table for a putting tip from none other than putting legend Ben Crenshaw! It’s a good thing for Phil that Cliff Roberts wasn’t alive or Phil would have been banished from the Masters as was “bikini wax” Gary McCord.

While much of the book is devoted to a hole by hole description of the final Sunday at the Masters, the pictures alone are worth taking the time to read this book. Throughout his story, the one thing that becomes quite clear is that Phil is devoted to his family, and, that his love of family started with parents and grandparents who loved and nurtured him in his development as a person. While we all witnessed that he can’t jump very high, and we all knew that he was a perennial runner-up in majors, until 2004, he knew first hand that “winning isn’t every- thing.”

This is a heartwarming story of a man who never gave up on himself, his family, or, the game to which he is so genuinely devoted. Oh, and by the way, there are, of course, quite a few references to Augusta National, from a slightly different angle than you see on television.

So now it’s on to the U. S. Open, the Open Championship and the PGA Championship. Let’s hope that the summer is as “colorful” and exciting as was this spring.

From the Chef

Happy summer time to all at Hyde Park Golf and Country Club.

With the summer kicking off and the porch now open, we would like to offer on Wednesday nights, barbeque night. Each week will differ with the offerings from barbeque pulled pork, chicken, baby back spare ribs to slow cooked beef brisket.

On Thursday nights, we will be offering a lighter menu in the way of entrée size salads. They will also differ each week to include roasted vegetables, grilled marinated vegetables, seasonal seafood for additions and of course, seasonal berries and fruit.

On Saturdays, we will be featuring steak and seafood night. Each week we will be offering fresh seasonal seafood from Florida, Alaska and the gulf waters. Steaks will include cowboy ribeyes, porterhouse steaks, Delmonico cuts and T-bone to name a few.

With the pool now open, the snack shack is in full gear for the golf side. The beverage cart will now be offering sandwich wraps during the daytime.

Also starting in June, we will be offering a make-your-own deli buffet lunch in the grill room from 11:30am to 2:00pm. It will have deli meats, cheese, salads, soup, chips and cookies. We call it our “golf express lunch.”

For our summertime porch diners, we will be adding daily entrée salad features and having a list of add-ons so you can build the salad en- trée to your desire. We will be offering many different selections through-out the summer.

We hope that you have a great summer, and look forward to seeing you this season.

Chef Ralph From the Courts High School Advanced Begins June 5, and runs every Tues/Wed/Thurs through the month of June, $25 per class This is for high school players preparing for Schools are out and everyone is starting to get tournament play or their high school team. Admission to this group into their summer routines! Please add tennis to must be made by Eric or Kate your list as a priority item on your family's sum- mer calendar. The tennis program at Hyde Park Junior Tennis Team Golf and Country Club has quite a bit to offer for Matches will be held on Fridays and will begin in mid-June; Practices everyone in the family to enjoy. Programming is will be held every Thursday from 12-1:30 PM and will begin on already underway and there is a lot more to come in the month of June 7 June. Let's take a look at what will take place on the courts this month. Please contact Eric to sign up for any of the junior programming offered in June. Ladies' Team Play As spring league competition ends at the start of the month we will Looking Ahead.... quickly transition into Queen City Tennis Summer League play. There are still several openings available for the popular Tennis and Matches will run all summer into the month of August. Hyde Park Golf "Fun" Camp to be held on July 17-20 and also August 7-10 (Tues Country Club will field two teams once again: -Fri). Contact Eric to enroll or to inquire more information about these two entertaining weeks. A Ladies' - Johanna Wilt (Captain); Practice on Friday, 9-10:30 AM, w/Eric; Tuesday morning matches Court Reservations B Ladies' - Brett Peterson (Captain); Practice on Thursday, 9-10:30 As play begins to pick up more with the start of the summer and also AM, w/Kate; Tuesday morning matches with the start of summer programming, please remember to contact the Pro Shop to reserve your court times (871 3111, Ext 133). Doing Contact Eric or Kate to play summer league tennis. so will ensure you will get the specific court you want and will make things run more smoothly. And remember, on Fridays guests are Tennis Players Wanted and Needed!!! FREE !!! On every other day there will be a $7 Guest Fee charge. We are trying to fill clinic groups for the following levels, days, and times: Equipment Needs ??? Eric is running a tennis accessory based Pro Shop right here at Hyde Ladies' Stroke Clinics – Wednesday, 6-7 PM and Friday, 11 AM-12 Park this summer! Any of your racquet re-stringing and re-gripping PM, $15 - For members who may not want the competition of team, needs can be taken care by Eric and his staff. Eric is also carrying but want a great workout and want to hit a lot of balls. Caps, Socks, Headbands, Wristbands, Tennis Balls, String Dampen- ers, etc. Stop by the Tennis Pro Shop and let Eric take care of any of Men's Early Morning Drill Group – Thursday, 7-8 AM, $15 - All levels your equipment accessory needs. welcome, a great workout and great way to start your day. See you on the courts !!! Contact Eric if you have an interest in either of these groups. Eric Toth June Event/Tournament Schedule 871-3111 (Ext 133) Saturday, June 2, Men’s Doubles Invitational, 9 AM Awards, Lunch Cell – 513-638-2981 following play [email protected] Thursday, June 7, Women’s Doubles Invitational, 9 AM Awards, Lunch following play Kate Rippe Sunday, June 17, Parent-Child Event, 2 PM, Spend Father's Day at [email protected] the Club playing this special event Monday, June 18, Adult/Junior Club Championships, begin Singles and Doubles draws for all events Friday, June 29, Friday Night Couples Mixed Doubles, A singles or doubles exhibition featuring some of the city's top players will be held prior to social

Contact Eric to sign up for one or even all of these summer featured tennis events!

Juniors Weekly Stroke Clinics begin the week of June 4! Quick Start Pee Wee Mon/Fri 11:15 AM-12 PM Ages 4-6 $15 Quick Start Beginner Wed/Fri 1-2 PM Ages 7-10 $15 Advanced Beginner/Intermediate Tues/Thurs 3-4 PM Ages 11 and Up $15

Two Tennis Camps will be held during the month of June : June 11-15 and June 25-29 Mon-Fri 1-3 PM Ages 4-12 $150 Ses- sion/$35 per day

FITNESS 101

by Paul Bodenbach

Our new improved fitness facility has something for everyone! The additional space has allowed for a much greater range of equipment. There are three new leg machines, new multi-purpose benches and numerous types of gravita- tional enhancement devices. There are also additional aerobic conditioning machines and devices specifically for flexibility and range of motion. The variety of equipment assures that anyone can get a complete workout with a little imagination. If you haven’t had the opportunity to see the additions to the facility at least take a few minutes to see it. Hopefully it saves you some time and money by consolidating your activities at Hyde Park and dropping that other gym membership!

In order to help you initiate a program in our new facility I am available to orient you to all of the equipment and its proper use. I realize that a major factor in beginning a fitness routine is not knowing what to do, how much to do and how often to do it. No matter your current fitness level we can work together to develop a program that is good for you. Also, for those who are concerned about the pain involved with “getting in shape” a plan starting you at the proper level and gently progressing will eliminate that pain. In fact, you will actually feel much better. Additionally, for those who work out regularly and need a new routine or to be encouraged to reach the next level, I would be happy to provide those services to you.

No matter what your fitness level I encourage everyone to stop in a few minutes before golf or tennis, warm up and get into the stretch station. You will feel much better and be better prepared to play.

Around the Grounds

The golf season is in full-swing, signaling the increased maintenance practices around the grounds and golf course at Hyde Park. The grounds staff has many returning members this season along with some new faces. The Grounds staff has done fantastic job in providing an excellent product across the entire property and it will only get better as training and practical experience continues. Some of the current initiatives that the Ground’s Staff and I are involved with are:

 Mary and Diane are placing the final touches on the summer annual plantings  Development of capital project budgets  Tree Management –pruning and or removal of dead or dying trees  Irrigation system audits  Rough fertilization  Fairway fertilization  Leveling of low areas on fairways that hold water  Tee aerification  Deep-tine aeration on the fairways  Staff Training

We all look forward to the upcoming season, with the hope that Mother Nature will be somewhat forgiving on the turf with normal tempera- tures, whatever normal means! For the latest on course conditions and on-going projects, please follow us on twitter at pobrienhpgcc or the grounds department blog at www.hydeparkgolfandcountryclub.blogspot.com

Thank-you,

Pat O’Brien Grounds Superintendent

Hydros Swim & Dive Team June update It's not too late to join the fun and join the Hydros Swim and Dive Teams! See below for prac- tice times and out June Meets and Events. Contact our coaches f you have any questions or need more information.

Swim& Dive Practice Schedule 2012 Tuesday, May 29 - Tuesday, June 5 Swimming 5:00-6:00pm(6 & Under, 8 & Under) 6:00-7:00pm(9 & up) Diving 5:00-6:00pm(9 & up) 6:00-7:00pm (6 & Under, 8 &Under)

Wed., June 6 - Monday, July 16 - AM Practice Schedule Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday Swimming 9:30-10:30 am (6 & Under, 8 &Under) 11:00-12:15 (9 &up) Diving 9:30- 10:30 am (9 & up) 11:00-12:15(6 & Under, 8 & Under)

Thursday- Afternoon only offered. No Am practice on Thursday! June7, 14, 21, 28, July 5, 12 Swimming 4:00-5:00 (6 & Under, 8 &Under) 5:00-6:00 (9 & up) Diving 4:00-5:00 (9 & up) 5:00-6:00 (6 & Unders,8 & Under)

June Meet Schedule and other important dates Date/Time Event/Opponent Location Diving Theme May 25,6-8:30 p.m. Swim Team Kick-off Hyde Park - Rain or shine! June 6 Triple Crown Home Yes/Exhibition Hawaiian June 13 CCC CCC Yes June 20 Ft Mitchell Ft Mitchell CC Yes June 22, 7- 11 p.m. Hydros Night Swim Hyde Park No June 27 Coldstream/Camargo Home Yes/Exhibition Superhero

Other items of note Meet Facts: Dive Meets will start at 4:00 p.m. with warm ups beginning at 3:00 - 3:30p.m. (home team) Swim Meets start at 6:15 p.m. with warm ups beginning at 5:30-5:50 p.m. (home team)

Contact Information Lauren Bernstein (Head Swim Coach) [email protected] 513-325-6141 Bryan Dillon (Head Dive Coach) [email protected] 513-885-4193

MEMORIAL DAY 2012

The 19th Hole by Les Hemingway

Many members have been sending in their answers to the question “What is in The Riddler???” Amazingly, nobody has figured out the seven varietals in this wine. The Riddler is available by the glass or by the bottle here at your club. Members have been consuming the wine, but so far Stratton Lummis “The Riddler” has outsmarted the finest of palates here at your club.

You still have one more month to send in your answers. We will be extending the contest, as I just know someone can figure this puzzle out here at the club. If you figure out the seven different varietals and the predominate varietal in “The Riddler,” you will receive a free bottle of this very nice wine signed by Richard de los Reyes, the famous winemaker from Statton Lummis and a personal phone call from Mr. Reyes. Please email your answers to [email protected] and I will send them to Mr. Reyes.

The Stratton Lummis wines will be featured here at the club on Tuesday night, June 12th. Henry Vasquez Regional Sales Manager from Row Eleven Wine Company will be here at your club to introduce you to all of Stratton Lummis wines. During the tasting, the two contest winners will be announced. This will be a fun event, and the cost is only $15.99 per person. It will be held pool side, weather permitting. In case of inclement weather, the tasting will be held in the Old Main Bar. Stratton Lummis has a rather large portfolio with very nice wines. If you have some free time on Tuesday night, June 12th please stop by. I’m sure you will enjoy the wines we selected for you to taste for this special event.

The next event we have coming up at your club is on Thursday night, June 28th when we will have our first ever Beer Dinner. The folks from Great Lakes Brewing Company will be providing the beers for this event. Lisa Farmer, the Area Sales Manager from Great Lakes, will be the hostess for this special dinner. Chef Ralph has put together a great menu that I’m sure you will enjoy. The dinner begins at 6:30 p.m. in The Old Main Bar followed by dinner served promptly at 7:15 p.m. Guests are welcome, dress is coun- try club casual, and the only requirement will be for you to be hungry and thirsty. The price is $49.99 per person. There will be a few emails promoting this special event coming to your phone and computer very shortly. Hope to see you there!

The Riddler wants to Know How Good is your Palate??? COME ON OVER TO YOUR CLUB FOR A NIGHT OF

GREAT BEERS AND SOME AWESOME FOOD.

GREAT LAKES BEER DINNER Can you name the seven different varietals in this wine???????? THURSDAY, JUNE 28TH

Think about it. Taste the wine! Can you figure it out??? RECEPTION BEGINS AT 6:30 If you can guess the seven varietals in this wine, WITH TWO FINE GREAT LAKE BREWS. including the predominate varietal, you will win a bottle of Stratton Lummis “The Riddler” DINNER SERVED PROMPTLY AT 7:15 P.M. signed by Wine Maker Stratton Lummis. Mr. Lummis will also give you a GUESTS WELCOME, CASUAL DRESS, personal call from the Napa Valley Winery. MAKE SURE YOU ARE THIRSTY AND HUNGRY.

The Riddler will be available by the glass in the Ross Room and Club Room during the month PRICE IS $49.99 PER PERSON of May.

Email your answers to [email protected] MAKE YOUR RESERVATIONS and I will forward them to Stratton Lummis. The top two winners will be announced at the IN A TIMELY MANNER BY CALLING Stratton Lummis Wine Tasting in the Old Main Bar YOUR CLUB AT 513-871-3111 on Tuesday, June 12th at 6:30 p.m. OR YOU CAN MAKE YOUR RESERVATIONS BY EMAILING ME DIRECT AT [email protected] Wine Tasting cost $15.99 per person. Guests welcome. 18 Holers News by Carole Albers

It’s May, and each week a few more ladies join us on Tuesday.

May 1st’s event was Team Low Putts. Everyone was putting well that day. There was a three-way tie and, after a score card play-off, the winners were; 1st Place M. Fehr, J. Dorger, M. Heekin, L. Little 24 2nd Place S. Donovan, E. Irwin, K. Herkamp, B. Bennie 24 3rd Place S. Dempsey, M. Cardone, L. Underhill, P. Grote 24

Our Twosome Tournament was a one day event this year because of rain. So, on May 15, the format was each two-person team counted one score on the front nine and two scores on the back nine and used the Stableford system. Does that make sense? The winners were: Front Nine: 1st P. Thomas and C. Matteucci 22 2nd E. Irwin and S. Donovan 21 Back Nine: 1st L. Little and G. Walker 30 2nd L. Lamacchia and M. Homan 29 Over-all: 1st C. Conners and K. Herkamp 58 2nd L. Groenke and L. Nurre 57 3rd R. Obial and Sue Arnold 53

Sue Arnold and Renee Obial were the Chairwomen of the day. They planned a delicious luncheon with an Asian flair which includ- ed lettuce wraps of chicken, tasty rice and ginger ice cream for dessert. The tables were decorated with lovely flowers arranged in various pink Chinese vases which they borrowed for a few hours from the cabinets in the dining room at Hyde Park Country Club.

Team Flags was the event for May 22 it was lots of fun, I heard, since I was unable to attend. As each team reached the greens, there were instructions on the flag telling what score or scores to count for that hole. For instance, use the score for the oldest player in the foursome or the scores for the two shortest women in the foursome. I am sorry I missed that day. The winners: 1st N. Derringer, K. Herkamp, J. Peck, S. Donovan 2nd B.J. Conrard, N. Shepardson, M. Fehr, L. Nurre 3rd G. Walker, M. Heekin, C. Matteucci, E. Cash

2012 Ladies’ 18 Hole Invitational Salute to the World Choir Games

Tuesday, June 5th Hyde Park Golf and Country Club

7:30 am Continental Breakfast 8:15 am Depart for Tees 8:30 am Tee Off

Nine Holers News May, 2012

May 2nd surprised everyone. After dangerous thunder and lightning storms and flash flood warnings the night before, playing golf seemed improbable. But play golf we did. No one likes “cart-path-only” golf but seeing the standing water and marsh-like conditions of the fairways, it was the proper decision. We all did some serious trekking! The Pros made the day somewhat less difficult by permitting lift-clean-and-place throughout the course. By the end of the round, most golfers were mud-splattered from the knees down.

The event was Three Blind Mice, in which 3 holes were randomly selected by the golf Pros to be thrown out. The remaining holes provid- ed a cluster of close scores. In a tie-breaker among three golfers at 27, Sandy Frey came in third place. In second with a 26 was Carolyn Bloomfield. Colleen Nardini placed first with a 24.

May 9, 2012 was another cart-path-only day after rain on Tuesday. Temps in the high 60’s, sunshine and cool breezes made for good golf weather. The conditions under our feet made the lift-clean-and-place policy in the fairways appreciated. Twenty-two golfers competed for prizes for fewest putts. In third place with 19 putts was Barb Bennie in a 3 way tie-breaker. Carla Matteucci placed second with 16 putts. Kathleen Wilkens won with 15 putts. Both Carla and Kathleen had attended the Putting Clinic conducted by the Golf Professionals. Imagine that!

May 16’s Pro’s Choice was a Progressive Best Ball event and it made for interesting scoring. A “blind” was needed for two twosomes. A random selection made Carolyn Bledsoe the blind. This is where it gets interesting. Carolyn’s “real” threesome would have placed third but…drum roll please… Carolyn’s score popped her “real” team out of third place and catapulted her blind threesome into third! Marshall said he had never seen that happen before. So, third place was won by Ellie Irwin, Nancy Shepardson and yes, Carolyn Bledsoe. In second place was the team of Carla Matteucci, Carolyn Bloomfield and Linda Spadaccini. The winners were Kathy Gamin, Jean Macejko and May Lou Motl.

The Foundation Cup was held May 23. This low net event was won by Colleen Nardini with a 32. She said she could thank her putter for her good round. Second place was taken by Linda Little in a tie score of 33 with Barb Bennie who was awarded third place. Colleen’s name will be engraved on the Foundation Cup at the end of the season.

Don’t forget the Member/ Guest on June 20th. Since the theme is The Olympics, each team should select a country to represent and dress accordingly. Celebrate your country’s flag colors, symbols or history and have fun with your wardrobe. A prize will be awarded to the team who best represents its country. Sign-up sheets are on the bulletin board in the Locker room. Don’t miss out on this fun day of golf.

Respectfully submitted, Kathy Coogan

9-Hole Ladies’ Member Guest

“A Day at the Olympics”

June 20, 2012 - 9am Shotgun

$45.00 per person

Sign up sheet on bulletin board of Ladies’ Locker Room

93rd Braemar Thursday July 12, 2012

The New and Improved Braemar, 92 years in the making:

 More exciting, less money, $135 p/p

 Optional Emergency nine hole event and skins game after the tradi- tional Braemar 18 holes available to those interested.

 Fun at the pool, driving range and putting green with many contests and skills challenges. Fun for all.

 Field limited to 120!

 Only one Shotgun this year.

We anticipate a waiting list for this event so get your guest and sign up early. Don't miss this years Braemaer! Drehs Cup 2012

H Y D E PA R K Golf and Country Club Cordially invites you to

LADIES NIGHT 2012

RED, NINETEENTH ART SMITH WHITE MEMBER-MEMBER TOURNAMENT AUGUST 2, 3, AND 4, 2012

AND Sign up begins June 16th. Field is limited, so sign up early.

YOU Two man teams THURSDAY play four formats JUNE 21 on Friday and Saturday 7 P M — 1 1 P M $29 per person includes wine tasting f r o m 7 p m — 8 p m , guests welcome Entry fee includes dinner on Thursday, and light summer fare egg and cheese muffins, also fruit on Saturday dinner stations rsvp by calling 871.3111 morning, and lunch on Saturday, along with flight merchandise awards.

“What would men be without women? Scarce, sir, mighty scarce.” —Mark Twain Save the Date for the BEST PARTY of the Summer on August 18th

featuring music by Swampthang June 2012

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

May 27 May 28 May 29 May 30 May 31 1 2 Men’s President’s Cup Board of Governors Round 2 Jr. Team Tennis *Men’s Senior Club Camp 4-6 pm Championship Qualifying June 2-June 17 *Men’s Team Match Play Round 1 Steak and Seafood Night

3 4 5 6 9 Hole Ladies’ Scramble with 7 8 9 Men’s President’s Cup 18 Hole Ladies’ the Pros 9 am shotgun Board of Governors Sunday Brunch Club Closed Swim Meet Triple Crown Jr. Golf Clinic 4-6pm Jr. Golf Clinic 4-6pm Invitational Round 3 @HPCC Lighter Menu Night Junior US Open 11am-2pm 8 AM Shotgun Jr. Golf Clinic 4-6pm Men’s 9-Hole Golf League Total Fit 9am Tee Times 3 pm Total Fit 9am 5 pm 1st (or 10th) Tee Steak and Seafood Night Barbeque Night

10 11 12 18 Hole Ladies’ 13 9 Hole Ladies One Best Ball 14 18 Hole Ladies 15 Couples’ Golf 16 Men’s President’s Cup Threesome 9:00 AM President’s Cup/Board President's Cup Sunday Brunch Club Closed Tennis Camp (Ages 4-12) 1-3pm Twilight (9 Hole Board of Governors Swim Meet Hyde Park@CC of Governors Low Net Board of Governors 11am-2pm 8:30 AM Shotgun Men’s 9-Hole Golf League 1 pm Tee Times Event) 5:30 pm Round 4 Tennis Camp (Ages 4-12) 5 pm 1st (or 10th) Tee Tennis Camp (Ages 4-12) Tennis Camp (Ages 4-12) Begin taking tee times for July Barbeque Night 1-3 PM 1-3 PM 1-3 pm 4th Total Fit 9am Total Fit 9am Steak and Seafood Night

17 18 19 18 Hole Ladies’ 20 9 Hole Ladies Throw 21 22 23 Sunday Brunch Club Closed 2 Best Ball Out 2 Worst Holes Ladies Night Men’s Golf Event 8:30 AM Shotgun Individual 9am Shotgun AM Tee Times Ladies’ Met Swim Meet Lighter Menu Night 11 am-2pm [email protected] Men’s Team Match Play @ Maketewah Men’s 9-Hole Golf League Total Fit 9am Round 1 Deadline Total Fit 9am 5pm 1st (or 10th) Tee Steak and Seafood Night Barbeque Night

24 Men’s Team Match 25 GCGA Men’s 26 GCGA Men’s 27 9 Hole Ladies Member 28 18 Hole Ladies’ 29 30 Play Round 2 Metropolitan Amateur Metropolitan Amateur Guest 9:00 AM Shotgun 3 Queens and a King Tennis Camp Qualifying Round 2 Swim Meet Coldstream/ 8:30 AM Shotgun Steak and Seafood Qualifying Round 1 (Ages 4-12) 1-3pm Couple’s Golf Event Course Closed Course Closed Camargo@HPCC Tennis Camp Night Tennis Camp (Ages 4-12) Tennis Camp (Ages 4-12) 1-3pm (Ages 4-12) 1-3pm Caledonian 1pm Shotgun Tennis Camp (Ages 4-12) 1-3pm Men’s 9-Hole Golf League Lighter Menu Night 1-3pm Total Fit 9am 5 pm 1st (or 10th) Tee Total Fit 9am Sunday Brunch 11 am-2pm Club Closed Barbeque Night