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PRESIDENT’S LETTER Larry Guy, President

The New Member Committee (NMC) had a fantastic meeting in September. This Committee plays a vital role in promoting ideas to attract new members to the Birnam Wood family. The Club has added 250 new members over the last ten years but unfortunately has lost 350 members. While those losses are almost exclusively age related, it is key to the operational success of our Club that we begin to keep pace with attrition. I am very proud to be a Birnam Wood member. Being a member of a truly private club is far different than being a member of a club that doesn’t vet its members. I encourage you to reach out to your friends and acquaintances - sometimes you just need to ask! The Club is really buzzing right now and it’s easy to see how your friends and family would appreciate the many benefits of belonging to such an enjoyable and prestigious club. Birnam has several categories of membership including Junior Golf and Junior Tennis, Legacy, Intermediate, Tennis, Clubhouse, Out of State, Non-Resident and Full Resident Golf. Contact Linda Basydlo at the Club for more information and for assistance in helping to find the category that fits your perspective member. This summer was the best in Birnam Wood history. The Cottages were packed, the Summer parties and events were all hits, the golf course was pristine, and the barbecues were all sold-out. The Club gets an extra boost of vitality and spirit when the Oklahoman’s and Texans arrive. They help make Birnam Wood a very special Club. Chef Brandon and his kitchen staff sure deserve some extra accolades for producing such amazing food even during the busiest times. The Lady Macbeth Golf Tournament was held in September and according to the Ladies Golf President, Connie Stein, it was one of the best ever. Connie really runs a smooth event and they honored the First Responders while having an amazing two-day golf tournament. Thanks to our Head Pro, Mike Goodcase, and to Marty Moore for keeping the course in amazing condition this late into the year. And to Ari and Jordan and all the staff who were involved, we really appreciate your efforts. The roads sealing project will be completed by the time this goes to press. The roads look incredible. Mitch Vargas and our security staff deserve kudos as they somehow made the process almost completely painless. As you are now aware, we are holding focus groups, fireside chats and various other meetings to discuss and develop a Strategic Plan. It is an exciting time to be a member at our club. It won’t be long before a clear vision takes shape which will include new facilities and enhanced amenities. The future of Birnam Wood is very bright – better get some good sunglasses.

Birnam Wood Golf Club 2031 Packing House Road Santa Barbara, CA 93108 Phone (805) 969-2223 Fax (805) 969-5037 www.bwgc.net Email: frontdesk@bwgc.net BOARD OF DIRECTORS Larry Guy Robert Nourse Peter Slaughter Andrew Anthony Tim Armour Allegra Bessolo David Carpenter Don Eversoll Nancy Gregory Barbara Kummer Teri Sahhar Diane Sullivan Nick Weber Beth Wood

President Treasurer Secretary Director Director Director Director Director Director Director Director Director Director Director

COMMITTEE CHAIRPERSONS Richard Brumm A & L Robert Hollman Bridge Diane Wootton Bulletin Chairman Alexandra Nourse Cottage Roger Lenard Croquet Bill Kimsey Facilities Robert Nourse Finance Leslie Robinson Fitness David Cronenbold Golf Andrew Anthony Green Nanette Vaughan Homeowner’s Beth Wood House Peter Slaughter Legal David Grotenhuis Membership Larry Guy New Member Comm. Peggy Guy New Member Comm. Pamela Temple Tennis Connie Stein Women’s Golf Assoc.

Thanks to Ari, Jordan and our wonderful staff. Larry Guy President 2

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THE NEXT REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS WILL BE HELD ON FRIDAY October 26, 2018, 8:30 A.M.

FROM THE GENERAL MANAGER By Ari Kreisler, General Manager

The Club kept the pedal to the metal and finished the Summer with the fun-meter pegged at 100 mph! “The” Summer Party had Members dancing well into the night and proved this Membership can take a party to the next level. The band, the staff, the food, drinks, all over the top. The bonus barbecue, the 18th of the year, was another summer party with almost 200 Members. I didn’t think anyone was ever going to leave! Mr. Jordan Sweeney’s “Wine Down Friday” cemented Jordan’s celebrity status just weeks into his tenure. I’m still getting lovefilled emails about that event. And Chef Brandon’s food pairings with the Super Tuscans earned him his third standing ovation this year! It’ so exciting to see our award-winning wine program elevated to yet another level. In mid-September we held the “First Responder” themed Lady Macbeth which was two fun filled days of member-guest golf and great food all culminating with an amazing tribute to the Montecito firemen. My favorite part was hanging with the ladies and watching Ms. Wootton, champion golfer and editor of this newsletter, hole-out on the 18th green during the cocktail hour/ chipping contest. I am so proud of the condition of our golf course which is phenomenal, especially considering we are this late into the season. Props to Marty and Will and the crew for ensuring our course is as pristine as ever.

On November 2nd, we are going to have some serious fun on the driving range. We want non-golf and golfing Members to join us as we transform the range into a social scene with a relaxing and enjoyable lounge setting. Even if you have never played golf, come hit some balls or just come for the eats and drinks! With the holiday season right around the corner, remember to use Birnam Wood as your venue for family and office parties. Contact the club’s Catering Director, Monica Dawson, to help you take advantage of the Club’s decorations and amazing food. Also, don’t forget about our Cottages for giving your guests their very own private vacation.

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It’s all happening! Now for October... It’s totally “on” for Halloween. Thursday, October 25th. Mark your calendars for what’s sure to be one of the most memorable nights in Birnam Wood’s history. We are going to completely transform your Clubhouse into a haunted mansion with a separate area just for the kids to party. We have some tricks up our sleeves and the only question remaining is whether the kids will have as much fun as the adults.

Come and rock out, drink and party at the driving range! Enjoy Complimentary Live Music, Beer, Wine and Hors d'Oeuvres. Non-Golfing Member Participation Encouraged!

RSVP 805.969.2223

Dining reservations strongly encouraged for dinner after. October 2018

House Committee Corner

By Beth Wood, Chair House Committee Although it’s October I would be remiss not to acknowledge the Super Sizzlin’ Summer Party! To say the party was a BIG HIT would be an understatement! We know our members like to DANCE AND HAVE FUN but this party reached new heights!!! The black and white dance floor was packed every dance! The decor, orchestrated by Sarah Kabuto was so fresh, original and exciting! Chef Brandon’s 3 course dinner was not only delicious but warm when it reached the tables of 206 guests... how does he do it??? Our exceptional staff, well-coordinated by our new Assistant GM, Jordan Sweeney, met our every need! And overseeing it all as he caught photos of members enjoying themselves was Ari! Great job! I was so proud of our club! So WHAT’S IN STORE FOR FALL? We have our California Speaker’s Night series all scheduled. Ricardo Calderon, who heads our House Speaker’s sub-committee, has been working hard to capture some really interesting speakers. Tim Metzinger leads off on Sept 21st with the OWENS VALLEY WATER WAR. What an exciting story about William Mulholland and the Owens Valley Water Wars that brought water to L.A. at the turn of the 20th century! This, of course, enabled our young city to grow into the metropolis it is today! Speaking on the GOLDEN AGE OF SANTA BARBARA ART is Jeremy Tessmer. He will explore the roots of Santa Barbara’s art culture while comparing it to the renaissance in local art and architecture of the last decade. Start thinking about your HALLOWEEN COSTUME! Jordan Sweeney and the House Committee are pulling out all the stops for a Halloween PARTY that is sure to delight us all! Food, prizes and FUN. Even some special areas just for the kids! We want to attract younger members to our club so this will be a great way to feature an event that is inclusive to all! We have many other surprise events in the works including an elegant Billecart-Salmon Champagne and Caviar Night and a very special New Year’s Eve party! We are bringing back the band from last New Year’s Eve (who also played at our 50th Anniversary party last year)! Our members LOVE this band so mark your calendar! We will keep you updated on the many FUN events we are scheduling for fall and holiday season in the newsletter! REMINDER: All our events have been sold out with a waiting list so SIGN UP EARLY for the events you want to attend!

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Halloween

BIRNAM’S FIRST EVER

family Fright night! October 25th 5:30pm - 8:30pm

The Clubhouse will be transformed into a haunted house! You don’t want to miss this! Live Music – plus a DJ for the kids as well as games and an Ultimate Candy Station! Pumpkin Pasta Buffet with a bunch of scary treats. Bring your kids or grandkids! $45++ per person

Wear a costume, if you dare! Costumes are optional.

RSVP with the Front Desk 805.969.2223

October Fitness Class Schedule Please Note: The Fitness Center will be closed Saturday, October 6th for floor deep clean and seal. Mondays 11:00 am Iyengar Yoga 3:00 pm Core and More

SPEAKER NIGHT JEREMY TESSMER

The Golden Age of Santa Barbara Art

Tuesdays 9:30 am Strengthen & Lengthen 10:30 am Gentle Flow Yoga 3:00 Aqua Aerobics Thursdays 9:30 am Strengthen & Lengthen 10:00 am Iyengar Yoga (no class 10/4 or 10/18) 10:30 am Gentle Flow Yoga 3:00 pm Core and More Fridays 3:00 pm Fun Fit Friday!

Friday, October 19th at 6pm For many decades Santa Barbara has been considered a cultural hub for California and the Western United States; proving home to many important writers, thinkers, musicians and artists during that time. Join us for a lecture by Jeremy Tessmer, President of Santa Barbara Art Dealers Association and Gallery Director of Sullivan Goss entitled “The Golden Age of Santa Barbara Art” during which Mr. Tessmer will explore the roots of Santa Barbara’s art culture while comparing it to the renaissance in local art and architecture of the last decade. A delicious 3-course dinner with hosted wine will also be served and is included in the cost of admission. $69.95++ Per Person Contact the Front Desk for Reservations (805) 969-2223

SPEAKER NIGHT | NEAL GRAFFY

Santa Barbara Then & Now Friday, November 9th at 6pm

Someone once said that “the more things change the more they stay the same.” That certainly reflects on the theme of Santa Barbara Then and Now. Take a journey back for a tour of our city’s past for a comparison of Then as it is replaced by Now which again becomes Then and now we have Now which will soon become Then. This is the only historic slide show which dares to ask (and answer) the question “Must every building in Santa Barbara be a restaurant at least once in its life?” A delicious 3-course dinner with hosted wine will also be served and a copy of “Santa Barbara Then and Now” is included in the cost of admission. $69.95++ Per Person

Contact the Front Desk for Reservations (805) 969-2223

VETERAN’S VETERAN’S DAY EVENT DAY EVENT SCHEDULE SCHEDULE

9:00 9:00 PancakePancake Breakfast Breakfast and Band and Band Event Packet Event Packet $300 per $300 person per person 9:30, 10:30 9:30,&10:30 11:00& 11:00 MemberMember Jumps Jumps Golf, Buffet Golf,Lunch Buffet&Lunch Drinks, & Drinks, Cocktails, Cocktails, Dinner & Dinner Speaker & Spea 11:00 11:00 Buffet Lunch BuffetOpens Lunch Opens 11:30 11:30 OpeningOpening Ceremony Ceremony DinnerDinner Packet Packet $200 per $200 person per person Noon Noon ShotgunShotgun Start Golf Start Tournament Golf Tournament Cocktails, Cocktails, Dinner & Dinner Speaker & Speaker 4:45 4:45 CocktailCocktail Party with Party Speaker with Speaker 2018 5 ALL PROCEEDS ALL October PROCEEDS GO TO GO SUPPORT TO SUPPORT VETERAN VETERAN 5:45 5:45 Dinner Dinner & Speaker & Speaker SCHOLARSHIPS SCHOLARSHIPS AT UCSB AT & UCSB SBCC. & SBCC.

October 2018

GOLF NEWS

By Michael Goodcase, Head Golf Professional Wow, What a summer! As I write this September has come and gone, and fall is imminent. Over the fading days of summer our 2018 Lady Macbeth’s Challenge was th held on September 13 & 14th. With a theme of Search and Rescue; paying tribute to our January 9th heroes. The dedicated and meticulous planning of Connie Stein and the rest of the tournament committee made this event a huge success. The tournament was contested for two days on a near flawless golf course thanks to the hard work of Marty Moore and his staff. The competition was fierce, and the weather was beautiful; fitting for the Two Best Balls of the Foursome format. Setting the field ablaze with a two-day net score of 266 are your 2018 Lady Macbeth’s Challenge Champions, Asia Anthony, Anne Goodson, Kathy Barton and Fumie Sato. The honor of 1st Gross goes to the team of Vivienne Bellisario, Susanne Whittman, Jane Habermann and Sue Wilcox with a 2-day gross total of 318. The team of Betsy Atwater, Joan Depree, Priscilla Gaines and Patty Kleveland fought hard but ultimately fell 2 shots shy to finish 2nd net with a score of 268. Rounding out the podium was the 3rd place net team of Barbara Kummer, Cathy Lonegan, Peggy Guy and Nicole McHugh with a net score of 276. As with all events at Birnam Wood Golf Club the 2 days were filled with excellent service and cuisine. Thank you to the talented Executive Chef Brandon Hughes and his staff for all the fantastic meals. Also, a huge thank you to our Front Office staff for their excellent service provided. Congratulations to our winners and well played! Just because summer is fading does not mean our golf calendar is slowing down; October presents several great tournaments and demo days. On October 7th our Men’s Match Play Club Championship kicks off. There will be a gross and net bracket for all to compete. This is a fun self paced event and a great opportunity to meet fellow Birnam Wood golfing members. Round one must be completed by October 20th. Sign ups are in the golf shop. October also hosts a pair of guest days; the first of which is Men’s Guest Day, Wednesday, October 10th at 11:30 Lunch followed by a 12:30 Shotgun start. Ladies’ Guest Day follows Friday, October 12th at 9:00 AM. Grab your golfing friends and turn out for these great events. Space is limited so be sure to contact the golf shop to sign up. October at the range is also hosting two custom fitting days. Ping and Cleveland golf will be at the Driving Range Friday, October 19th 9-2PM. Callaway 10

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golf will also be conducting custom fittings the following Friday, October 26th, 10- 2. Come out and get fitted! With the beginning of fall comes the beginning of green aerification; the process to keep our greens healthy and beautiful year-round. Green Aerification begins Monday October 15th and ends Friday October 19th. Please plan accordingly. Our October Golf calendar ends with the Ladies’ Halloween Golf Tournament, Tuesday October 30th at 9AM. Be sure to sign up in the Ladies’ Locker room for this Spooktacular event. Eyeing the future, November 4th is our 18th Annual Mars v. Venus Golf Tournament. This battle of the sexes begins with tee times at 11AM. Turn out and do your gender proud! November also brings Veterans Day; a day to honor and remember all those who served this great country. Join us Sunday, November 11th for a fun filled golf tournament and to raise money for our local veterans. MEN’S GUEST DAY September 5, 2018 Results

First Place Gross - 134 Brandon Gama, Chad Beuoy, Chris Gregoire, James Tar

First Place Net - 118 John Perry, Barry Fanaro, Patrick Stack, Tim Stack Closest to the Hole #2: Dennis Sanan - 11” Closest to the Hole #12: Jim Cote - 1” Next Men’s Guest Day is Wednesday, October 10th.

Golf News Continued

Why Do You Slice the Ball?

is opening during the swing and you should start from the beginning and go through the progression again.

Have you ever asked yourself the question “Why do I slice the Ball?”

You should not expect to master your new face angle in just one or two practice sessions but once you start fixing that slice, you will not only notice a straighter shot but you will also gain more distance. The next time you are watching professional golf on television, watch the pros on the tee box and see how they too are constantly checking their face angles. Swing corrections, especially major adjustments, take time. Your patience will be rewarded!

By Scott Maier, Birnam Wood Teaching Professional

There are 3 main causes for a slice: 1) The face angle is open to the club path. 2) The club path is too “out-to-in.” 3) Ball contact with the club face is off center. Since face angle is 90% responsible for the direction of the ball flight when swinging a driver, I’m going to focus on face angle. Here’s a drill to fix an open face:

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Give yourself time to get comfortable with keeping the face closed on both the back swing and follow through. If you have been slicing the ball for a long time, chances are that you have never felt a closed face. Keep making practice swings without stopping. Then make the same swings hitting balls and checking your face angles. Your goal is a low and left ball flight. If the ball flight is straight or right, then the face

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V Start with a PW, 9, or 8-iron. Grip the club so that the face is extremely closed. The club head should be resting at a 45 degree angle facing left for a right handed golfer. Start with a practice swing. Swing the club back until the shaft is parallel to the ground and stop. Check the face to be sure the face is still angled towards the ground (see photos above). If it points to the sky, the face has rotated open and should be corrected. Keep practicing this until the face is angled toward the ground. Now swing the club through impact making sure to stop your follow-through when the shaft is parallel to the ground and pointing towards the target. Again, just like on the backswing, the face at this point should be angled towards the ground. If the face is pointing toward the sky, it is too open.

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Tournament No host drinks and casual buffet to follow golf. Non-playing spouses welcome to dine!

Sign-up in Pro Shop!

In Memoriam Mr. Arnold Brustin Member since 1996 Mr. Robert Brink Member since 2003 October 2018

October 2018

Women’s Golf Association

PLAY OF THE DAY/TUESDAYS Join the fun: Sign up for Ladies Day! 10/9 – Pro’s Choice 10/16 – Odd & Even 10/23 – Tee Shot – Most Fairways Hit

Ladies Most Improved Player August 2018: Jill King

HIGHLIGHTS

Birthday Dinners (Any regular Dinner night except Friday) BBQ Buffet – No Corkage Fee (Thursday Evening) Duplicate Bridge (Every Thursday ~ 12:45 p.m.) Chop House Night (Friday Evening) Burger Madness (Sunday Evening) Happy Hour – 19th Hole (Wednesdays–Sundays 3-5:30 p.m.) Ladies’ 1st Tuesday October 2 Men’s Guest Day October 10 Ladies’ Guest Day October 12 Octoberr 2018

Green Aerification October 15‐19 Ladies’ Bridge Luncheon October 17 Speaker Night October 19 Pickleball October 20 Fitness Party October 24 Family Fright Night October 25 Ladies’ Halloween Tournament October 30 Halloween October 31

Ladies’ Golf

1st Tuesday

Fall is in the air, so put your golf balls in the air on

October 2, 2018 Come play a fun game of golf. The Pro Shop will put together the teams. Partner Better Ball. Prizes awarded to the winning twosome. Sign up in the Locker Room 18 holes or 9 holes. No host lunch at 12:30pm.

Friday, October 12th Join us for Pumpkin & Spice and Everything Nice

8:00 am Breakfast 9:00 am Shotgun with lunch to follow Questions: Guest Day Chairs - Holly Armour and Nancy Hunter Invite one guest or three guests. Sign up in the Ladies Locker Room.

Birnam Wood Women’s Golf Association

9:00 am Lots of Tricks and Lots of Treats Sign up in the Ladies Locker Room before a black cat crosses your path! Chairperson: Diane Wootton

BEE THANKFUL AND COME JOIN IN NOVEMBER’S GUEST DAY November 9th 9:00 am Shotgun Breakfast Before and Lunch to Follow Questions ask your Guest Day Chairs: Nancy Hunter & Holly Armour Invite one guest or three guests. Sign up in the Ladies Locker Room October 2018 15

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Sommelier’s Corner

By Jordan Sweeney, CSW, Assistant General Manager Other than my 8-year-old daughter having an emergency appendectomy, month-two has been great! We did our first ever Wine Down Friday on the 7th of September and it was a huge success! Thank you to the 70 members (and guests) who came out to make it successful. These types of events are a sneak peak of what’s to come. Going BIG is my motto and we are GOING BIG for all events. Speaking of going BIG, we are throwing our first ever “Family Fright Night” Thursday, October 25th. This is a CAN’T miss event. We are transforming the clubhouse into a haunted scene that you will be DYING over. We are also adding a HAUNTED HOUSE. Yes, that’s right, Birnam Wood is adding a haunted house for you and your family to enjoy. Please bring your kids, grandkids (even the older kids and adults will have a blast). There will be a themed out “Pumpkin Pasta Buffet” with all the works. There will be a DJ for the kids in a separate room with games, dancing and FUN! Come and support your club for this horrifying, fun event that everyone will be talking about!

Eric Salazar

Ivan Diaz

Monica Dawson

I also have an announcement to make. Eric Salazar is our new Food & Beverage Manager and Ivan Diaz is our new Dining Room Manager. Ari and I are firm believers in promoting from within and we really have some individuals that have shown great dedication and potential. I will be working with both and “reinventing” our training program and hope to enhance your dining experience even more. Please help me by congratulating them on well-deserved promotions. We also have a new Catering Director, Monica Dawson. Monica comes to us from Oakmont Country Club in Glendale. She has been a breath of fresh air and a great addition to our team! E-mail her to plan your next party at mdawson@bwgc.net.

Wine Newsy

Ok, time for some wine news – We have some spectacular new wines by the glass.

Lloyd Chardonnay, Carneros 2017 – Very big, bold and creamy (Ex Wine maker from Rombauer, similar in style. Will be a member favorite!) Stolpman Syrah, Ballard Canyon, 2016 – Lighter for a Syrah. Local winery out of the heart of Santa Ynez. Will pair well with BBQ style foods, chicken, ribs etc!! Lunae Vermentino, Liguria, Italy, 2017 – This was featured at the Wine Down Friday Tuscany event last Friday and was a member favorite! Very crisp and refreshing. Try this this over a Sauvignon blanc or Pinot Grigio. You’ll love it! Tenuta San Guido “Guidalberto,” Toscana, 2016 – Another big, rustic red featured at last week’s Wine Down Friday event. This wine got 95 points from James Suckling and is a Cab/ Merlot blend. It’s a MUST try for the Old-World palate!! Pair with Lamb, Steak or pork dishes! Zuccardi “Q,” Malbec, Mendoza, 2017 – A delicious, well rounded Malbec from Argentina. This is my TOP PICK for BURGER NIGHT! This wine is silky and has the perfect edge for a burger. Yves Cheron, GSM, “Grand Montmirail,” Gigondas, 2015 – This is a GSM. That means a blend of these three grapes; Grenache, Syrah & Mouvedre. Gigondas is a region in the southern Rhône of France known for amazing blends for a great value. Another great earthy blend round enough for a tasty BURGER! Or even ribs or chicken. Hartford Court, “Lands Edge,” Sonoma Coast, 2014 – A perfect Pinot for the fruit lovers. This one is spot on! Pair with Chef ’s Salmon dishes!!! Terra Nostra, Rose, Corsica, 2017 – Bone dry Rose that’s out of this world! Crisp and snappy and so Refreshing! Henri Bourgeois, “Les Baronnes,” Sancerre, 2017 – Wow, just wow. Such an amazing, bright and vibrant Sauvignon blanc from Sancerre. Tropical style, with great minerality. All of these new wines are available by the glass and also BY THE CASE for an incredible price. Take advantage of our “Rockin Birnam Markup” and get these wines (or any wine available) by the case. Hope you joined the Birnam Wine Club! Cheers, Jordan

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TENNIS NEWS

By Dan Webster, Director of Tennis Well what a fun month September was! Again, we had another successful turn out for Pickleball. More than twenty-four people came out to play and watch the doubles play. Thanks to all who did come out to participate and it was great to have some of our Tennis Members out, but also our Golf and Corporate Members! It is our hope to have a Pickleball event once a month, on the third Saturday of the month, from 2-3:30. Please sign up by calling the Tennis Shop or stopping by! Our B-Team season has begun, and the competition has been tough, but, close. Please, check your calendars for Home Matches, and feel free to come out to watch and support our Birnam Wood Team! We have also just finished the Men’s and Ladies Doubles Tournament. We hope everyone had fun and was challenged in the competition. We are scheduled to have a Wood Racket event, which will be a Pro/Amateur event in November (tentatively Sunday the 18th). Please start thinking about who you might invite, and if you would like to play. If you can’t think of someone, let the Tennis Pro’s know, and we’ll make the effort needed to provide you with a partner.

BREAKFAST 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. The Grill Full Service Breakfast Tuesday through Sunday LUNCH 11:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday Full Service ~ Grill Room Sunday ~ Brunch Menu 10:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Upcoming Event(s) Pickleball Mixer: October 20, 2PM – 3:30 Birnam Wood Classic: November – This is a Wood Racket event, and a Pro/Am Mixer Tennis Tip Excellence is Not for Everyone: Rise above mediocrity It’s a choice. You can choose to be disciplined, wake up early, work hard, put in the extra effort or you can just stay average. Be sure that your choices reflect your goals. If you say that it is your goal to be a top player at the Club or number one on your Team, but your choices are not aligned with your goals, it’s not going to happen. Talent might be the entry ticket, but the attitude and work ethic you bring everyday are the traits that will make you great. When you strive for excellence, there will be people who will attempt to hold you back. Don’t compromise your standards to accommodate them. Mediocrity exists inside your comfort zone. To break away from mediocrity, you’ll need to get outside of your comfort zone, to look and act differently from those you leave behind. Don’t look back! Surround yourself with like-minded people who share your high standards and values. Don’t be afraid to fail or make mistakes. Only through trying and failing and trying again can you get better. Remember that excellence is not for everyone. It is only for those who are willing to give their very best.

Dining Information Monday ~ No Meal Service Tuesday ~ No Dinner Service Birthday Dinner ~ Members are treated to a complimentary Dinner if their birthday falls in that month. Thursday Evenings ~ No Corkage Fee Friday Evenings ~ Chop House Night Sunday ~ Burger Night 6-8:30 p.m. 19th Hole Happy Hour Wednesday through Sunday 3-5:30 p.m.

DINNER The Grill Wednesday Through Sunday 6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. 19th Hole Bar Menu Wednesday – Sunday 6:00 p.m – 8:30 p.m. 19th Hole Casual Fare Wednesday through Sunday 3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

In order that we may plan an adequate staff for service, members are requested to make both luncheon and dinner reservations in advance. For Reservations Call (805) 969-2223 Octoberr 2018

BRIDGE NEWS

By Robert Hollman, Bridge Chairman Bridge is thriving at Birnam Wood. The bridge committee hosted a seminar on August 23 – Introduction to Duplicate Bridge – which was attended by 30 club members who were eager to learn why duplicate bridge is more fun than social or “Chicago” bridge. The seminar was followed by a complimentary lunch also hosted by the bridge committee and a number of the attendees stayed for the regular Thursday 1:00 duplicate game. The regular Thursday game has been averaging 24 – 30 players and we had 40 on August 23, so it was great to see so many from the seminar staying to play. The room can accommodate as many as 52 players and we hope to see that many playing on Thursdays as things return to normal in Montecito. If you need a partner for any regular Thursday game please call the front desk or email Mary Schmidt - mc.schmidt@ verizon.net.

Bridge Results August/September August 23 E/W 1st: Don Schmidt - Mary Schmidt 106.00 2nd: Jerry Rocco - Joan Rocco 99.00 3rd: Nancy Gregory - Jim Darcey 94.00 4th: Andre Saltoun - Morrie Jurkowitz 93.00

September 6 E/W 1st: Jerry David - Kandy Budgor 70.50 2nd: Cindy Darcey - Jim Darcey 64.00 3rd: Jerry Rocco - Joan Rocco 61.50 4th: Candace Dauphinot Robert Hollman 60.00

N/S 1st: Roger Lenard - Cordelia Stearns 102.50 2nd: Peter Stalker - Susan Northrop 98.00 3rd: Robert Hollman - Sharol Siemens 95.00 4th: Lee Luria - Laura Kuhn 92.00

N/S 1st: Roger Lenard - Cordelia Stearns 71.50 2nd: Lee Luria - Laura Kuhn 67.50 3rd: Peggy Anderson - Mary Schmidt 66.00 4th: Sam Amer - Marguerite Amer 56.50

August 30 E/W 1 : Cindy Darcey - Jim Darcey 102.50 2nd: Bobbie Dohan - Bob Bonhof 95.00 3rd: Jean Rogers - Phyllis Harvey 90.50 3rd: Jerry David - Gail Gelles 90.50 5th: Bill Kistler - June Kistler 84.00

September 13 E/W 1 : Candace Dauphinot Robert Hollman 72.50 2nd: Joan Rocco - Jerry Rocco 68.00 3rd: Mary Schmidt - Jean Rogers 59.00 4th: Jerry David - Sally Barden 58.00

N/S 1st: Candace Dauphinot - Judy Mack 105.00 2nd: Peggy Anderson - Dennis Berg 95.50 3rd: Cordelia Stearns - Mary Schmidt 95.00 4th: Lee Luria - Laura Kuhn 88.50

N/S 1st: Roger Lenard - Cordelia Stearns 71.50 2nd: Peggy Anderson - Dennis Berg 66.50 3rd: Sam Amer - Marguerite Amer 61.00 4th: Lee Luria - Laura Kuhn 56.00

Birnam Wood member Peter Gray is going to conduct a series of six complimentary bridge lessons on Thursday mornings at 10:30 beginning in October. The first lesson, Counting in Bridge, will be on October 25. The ability to count high card points and suit distribution in all four hands is fundamental to becoming a better player, so this is a very important lesson. Candace Dauphinot and I will be available to assist Peter during the lesson. The other five lessons will be on November 8,15,23 and December 6,13. Peter is an accomplished player and teacher, so we are fortunate he is willing to offer these lessons free of charge. Please sign up at the front desk. Attendees are encouraged to stay for the regular duplicate game at 1:00. If you do not have a partner, call the front desk or email Mary Schmidt and the committee will attempt to find one for you.

Complimentary

Bridge Lessons Birnam Wood member Peter Gray will be giving a series of bridge lessons Thursday mornings for players interested in improving their bridge skills. The first lesson will be: Counting at Bridge

October 25th •10:30am - 11:45am

Attendees are encouraged to stay and play in the regular Thursday duplicate game at 1:00pm. Please sign up at the front desk (805) 969-2223.

Birnam Wood Golf Club Ladies’ Bridge Luncheon Wednesday, October 17th Luncheon will be served promptly at 11:45 am with Bridge Play to follow. Bring a guest or join a friend for this enjoyable afternoon of Bridge and Prizes. $35 per person RSVP (805)969-2223 Questions: Contact Gloria Slaughter or Betsy Coates

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membership

The following new candidates for membership will be considered at the next meeting of the Membership Committee: Mr. William Grokenberger Junior Golf

Product Manager @ Digital Air Strike Member, Rancho Las Cruces

Mr. Lindsay Parton Mr. Bill Vaughan

Mr. Tod Spieker Intermediate Golf

Co-founder, Windy Hill Property Ventures Member, Menlo Country Club

Mr. Beaumont Bianchi Mr. Adam Bianchi

The following candidates were presented in last monthâ€™s Bulletin for review and will again be considered at the next meeting of the Membership Committee: Mr. Alexander Wolf Junior Golf

Managing Director, Investment Group SB Member, Burlingame Country Club, SF

Mr. Dave Barton Mr. Andrew Anthony

For the best interest of the Club, information regarding any candidate, whether favorable or unfavorable, is earnestly requested. Communications concerning any applicant may be made personally or by a signed writing to the Membership Committee. All communications will be held in strict confidence and all unfavorable correspondence will be returned upon completion of the candidateâ€™s application. Please submit comments by October 10, 2018. Membership Committee: Mr. David Grotenhuis, Chairman Mr. Andy Chou Mrs. Gail Gelles Mr. Cliff Lundberg

Mrs. Lizzie Peus Dr. Ron Robertson Mrs. Teri Sahhar Mr. Ryan Siemens

Welcome!

The Board of Directors welcomes the following members to Birnam Wood Golf Club: Resident Members Steven and Blair Buster Steve and Blair Buster reside in Montecito. He is Chairman and Founder, Previvo Genetics, former President & CEO, Pacific Mercantile Bank. He has a BS and MBA from the University of Southern California and attended Graduate School of Credit and Financial Management at Stanford. They are members of California Club, Bohemian Club, LACC, and several others. Together they have five grown children. Melinda and Robert Kemp Melinda and Robert Kemp reside in Montecito. Her business affiliation was Apparel Ventures and civic activities include Santa Barbara Museum of Art and Lotusland. They are members of the Coral Casino and together have five children. 22

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Mrs. Gloria Slaughter Mrs. Larie Smith Mrs. Linda Whiston

Intermediate Golf Member Daniel and Katherine Eades Dan and Katherine Eades reside in Montecito. He is Founder, Eadrock Investments. He graduated from the University of the South in Sewanee, Tennessee. They are members of La Cumbre Country Club, Santa Barbara Polo Club, St. Thomas Yacht Club and have two children, ages 14 and 7. Tennis Member David and Trina Grokenberger David and Trina Grokenberger reside in Montecito. He is an attorney with Rogers, Sheffield & Campbell. They are UCSB undergrads and he attended law school at University of Pacific Sacramento. They are members of Knowlwood Tennis Club and together have 7 grown children. Intermediate Tennis Member Shannon and Michael Reyes Shannon and Michael Reyes reside in Montecito. She serves on PTA Exec. Board, Montecito Union School. She is a graduate of George Washington University. They are members of SB Polo Club and have two boys ages 12 and 14.

October SUNDAY

MONDAY

Croquet & Lunch Course Opens ‐ 11am

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

Ladies Golf Ladies Tennis Ladies' 1st B‐Team Home Tuesday 8:30am Match 9:00am

Burger Madness Casual Dining No Meal Service Casual Dining Sunday Supper Club Closes ‐ 5pm Club Closes ‐ 5pm Grill & Bar Open

Croquet & Lunch Course Opens ‐ 11am

THURSDAY

*Ladies 9:30am *Men 2pm Grill & Bar Open

Chop House Night Grill & Bar Open

Casual Dining Grill & Bar Open

Chop House Night Grill & Bar Open

Casual Dining Grill & Bar Open

Burger Madness Casual Dining No Meal Service Casual Dining Sunday Supper Club Closes ‐ 5pm Club Closes ‐ 5pm Grill & Bar Open

Tennis Clinic* Croquet ‐ 1:30pm Ladies' Bridge Duplicate Bridge Speaker Night Tennis ‐ Pickleball Luncheon 11:45am 2‐3:30pm 6pm

Ladies Golf Odd & Even

Croquet & Lunch Course Opens ‐ 11am

SATURDAY

Tennis Clinic* Croquet ‐ 1:30pm Duplicate Bridge Fitness Center Closed

Burger Madness *Ladies 9:30am Casual Dining No Meal Service Casual Dining *Men 2pm Sunday Supper Club Closes ‐ 5pm Club Closes ‐ 5pm No Grill, Bar Open Grill & Bar Open

Tennis Clinic* Men's Golf Ladies Golf Men's Guest Day Duplicate Bridge Ladies' Guest 12:30pm Day 9:00am

Ladies Golf Pro's Choice

Croquet & Lunch Course Opens ‐ 11am

FRIDAY

2018

*Ladies 9:30am *Men 2pm Grill & Bar Open

No Regular Dinner Service

Casual Dining Grill & Bar Open

Ladies Golf Croquet ‐ 1:30pm Tee Shot ‐ Most Fitness Party 3‐ Bridge Lessons Fairways Hit 6pm Duplicate Bridge

Burger Madness Casual Dining No Meal Service Casual Dining Sunday Supper Club Closes ‐ 5pm Club Closes ‐ 5pm Grill & Bar Open

Family Fright Chop House Night 5:30pm Night No Dinner Service Grill & Bar Open

Croquet & Lunch Course Opens ‐ 11am

Tennis Clinic* Croquet ‐ 1:30pm Duplicate Bridge Rock on the Range 4‐6:30pm

Ladies Golf

Halloween Tournament 9am

31 November

Halloween

Burger Madness Casual Dining No Meal Service Casual Dining Sunday Supper Club Closes ‐ 5pm Club Closes ‐ 5pm Grill & Bar Open

*Ladies 9:30am *Men 2pm Grill & Bar Open

Croquet & Lunch Course Opens ‐ Mars v Venus 11am 11am

Tennis Clinic* Ladies Golf Bridge Lessons Ladies' Guest Duplicate Bridge Day 9am

Ladies Golf Ladies' 1st Tuesday 8:30am

Burger Madness Casual Dining No Meal Service Casual Dining Sunday Supper Club Closes ‐ 5pm Club Closes ‐ 5pm Grill & Bar Open

*Ladies 9:30am *Men 2pm Grill & Bar Open

Chop House Night Grill & Bar Open

Casual Dining Grill & Bar Open

No Regular Dinner Service

Speaker Night 6pm Casual Dining No Dinner Service Grill & Bar Open October 2018

Birnam Wood Golf Club 2031 Packing House Road Santa Barbara, CA 93108

STAFF ROSTER Clubhouse Dress Code - Country Club casual dress is acceptable during the day in all areas of the clubhouse. For gentlemen this includes slacks or Bermuda shorts, collared shirts tucked in at the waist or appropriate golf and tennis attire and for ladies includes dresses, pantsuits, skirts and similar attire. Blue jean pants and jackets, tank tops, cut-offs, sports jerseys, shirts with large insignias and phrases, baggy cargo pants or shorts and caps and visors worn backward are prohibited. Members hosting or sponsoring private events are responsible for communicating the Club dress code to those attending such events. Cancelation Policy - Reservations for private parties and Club sponsored events will be charged to the Memberâ€™s account unless notice of cancellation is received at the office at least 48 hours in advance. Reservations for Major Club sponsored special events will be charged to the Memberâ€™s account unless notice of cancellation is received at the office at least one week in advance. Should a cancellation be made after these times, a charge of one half of the price of the event will be made. Should no cancellation be made, the full price will be charged. Cell Phones and Business Paraphernalia - The use of Cellular phones and other electronic and wireless devices for the purpose of conducting audible conversations is strictly prohibited on the Club premises (including the Clubhouse and the Terrace areas of the Clubhouse, tennis courts, croquet courts, driving range, and golf course), except inside parked vehicles and the locker rooms and except for medical emergencies. For Your Protection - Audio and video recording is taking place at Birnam Wood.

Ari Kreisler ...........General Manager/CFO Jordan Sweeney................... Assistant G.M. Michael Goodcase .Head Golf Professional Martin Moore . .......... GC Superintendent Brandon Hughes ...............Executive Chef Monica Dawson.........Director of Catering Eric Salazar..........................F&B Manager Ivan Diaz...............Dining Room Manager Mitch Vargas . .............Director of Security Louis Tilley ..........Maintenance Supervisor Manuel Orozco .... Executive Housekeeper Linda Basydlo ......... Membership Director Lucy Anderson .........Cottage Reservations Dan Webster . ...............Director of Tennis Joy DuMay .....Co-Fitness Center Director Liz Parrish........Co-Fitness Center Director

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