October 2020 On Course Newsletter

FOREST HILLS

On Course

COUNTRY CLUB

October 2020

www.foresthillscc.net

Father-Daughter Snow Ball

Timeline 6:00 pm Arrival & Dinner 6:30 - 9:30 pm DJ Entertainment & Dancing 7:30 - 9:30 pm Photobooth and a Visit with Elsa

Cost: Adults: $35 ● Ages 6-11: $15 ● Ages 5 & Under: $5 Includes Dinner, Dessert and Entertainment

Attire: Semi-Formal Attire; Jackets Required for Men

Please Note • • •

This event will take place in the Crystal Ballroom and will be capped at 50 people.

Table sizes will also be limited to 8 people per table. Please indicate who you would like to sit with upon making a reservation.

Masks will be required for entry.

Sign Up on ForeTees or by Calling the Club (636) 227-5030 48 Hour Cancelation Policy in Effect

Current Hours of Operation Dining Breakfast Sunday: 9:30 am - 3:00 pm Lunch Tuesday - Sunday: 11:00 am - 3:00 pm Dinner Wednesday - Sunday: 5:00 - 9:00 pm

Café Closed for the Season

Tennis Phone: (636) 220-9601 Saturday - Sunday:

Men’s Lounge / Locker Room Phone: (636) 207-3527 Tuesday: Wed. - Sat.: Sunday:

7:00 am - 3:00 pm 7:00 am - 8:00 pm 7:00 am - 6:00 pm

Fitness Center Monday: Tues. - Sun.:

Closed 5:00 am - 8:00 pm

Golf Shop Phone: (636) 227-1528 Tuesday - Sunday:

Dutch’s Hut Phone: (636) 227-1468 Tuesday - Sunday:

10:00 am - 4:00 pm

8:00 am - 6:00 pm

7:00 am - 6:30 pm

Practice Range October 1-14: October 15-31:

Open Until 6:00 pm Open Until 5:30 pm

Club Reminders A la Carte Dining Closed on Tuesdays Beginning in November Please be reminded that during the months of November 2020 - March 2021, the Club does not offer a la carte lunch service on Tuesdays. The Club always remains closed throughout the year on Tuesday evenings for dinner service.

Holiday Event Information Coming Soon The holidays are just around the corner and we are busy re-vamping several of our annual holiday events in order to abide by current county restrictions while also keeping our member and staff’s health and safety in mind. Information and sign ups for these events will be available soon.

Two Hidden Member Numbers in This Month’s Newsletter The hidden member number was left out of last month’s newsletter. Therefore, within this month’s newsletter, there can be two hidden member numbers found within the issue.

Have Exciting News To Share?

We encourage our members to share with us the interesting and exciting things happening in your lives! Please send your details to Ali Kaplan at alik@foresthillscc.net. We will do our very best to include your information in our upcoming newsletter. The deadline is always the 20th of the month.

Newsletter Prize Hidden within the pages of this issue and future issues, we have included a member’s number chosen at random. If you come across this number and it happens to be yours, contact Ali at alik@foresthillscc.net to redeem a $100 Gift Certificate good toward your next food and beverage purchase.

Member News Newest Addition to the FHCC Family Congratulations to Tim and Stephanie Lambert, who welcomed a baby boy, Nicolas Patrick Lambert on September 13th at 6:13 am. Both mom and baby are doing well.

We look forward to seeing your little bundle of joy around the Club!

In Loving Memory Forest Hills Country Club would like to extend its deepest condolences to the family of longtime member Mary Ann Tiemeyer, who passed away on August 29th. She is survived by her beloved husband, Richard, their two children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She enjoyed her family, photography, golf, tennis, travel, and volunteering with many organizations, including the Passionist Nuns. Mary Ann was a member of Forest Hills for 47 years, and will be missed by many.

Around the Club

A HOT AIR BALLOON LANDED ON THE COURSE BETWEEN CHAMPIONSHIP #9 AND THE RANGE DURING THE WEEKEND OF SEPTEMBER 19TH.

MARVIN HERROD AND MATT SWANSON HELPED CARRY THE BALLOON OFF THE RANGE TO THE CHASE CREW.

THE CLUB HOSTED OUR ANNUAL DRIVE-IN MOVIE NIGHT OVER TWO DAYS IN SEPTEMBER AND FEATURED THE MOVIE “DENNIS THE MENACE.” COLIN MORRISON AWAITING THE START OF THE MOVIE DURING THE DRIVE IN MOVIE NIGHT ON THE RANGE.

Membership News by Ryan Schaben, CMP

ryans@foresthillscc.net

Upcoming Holiday Events

Family Holiday Dinner Thanksgiving Thursday, November 26th Reservations from 11:00 am - 1:30 pm

Sunday, December 20th Reservations from 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Featuring an Elegant Family-Friendly Dinner Experience at the Club.

Thanksgiving Take Out Will Also Be Available!

Breakfast with Santa Four Dates in 2020: Saturday, December 5th â—? Sunday, December 6th Saturday, December 19th â—? Sunday, December 20th Featuring Breakfast at the Club and a Visit with Santa Clause.

Message from the Pro by Marvin Herrod, PGA

marvinh@foresthillscc.net

Fall golf in St. Louis is my favorite time of year to get out on the course to enjoy the change in season. This year our members have played more golf than any other year. Our rounds of golf will easily double the number of rounds in a normal year. As golfers prepare to play into the fall and winter months, make sure you are prepared for the cooler temperatures. Layer your clothing with a base layer, mid layer pullover, and an outer layer jacket. This will allow you to add or remove layers as the day and your round of golf progresses. Understand that cooler temperatures cause the ball to fly shorter distances.

As we move into the fall months with greater number of golf rounds than previous years, please keep the following club rules in mind as you play at Forest Hills Country Club to help everyone enjoy their time.

1. Limit looking for golf balls to under 3 minutes. It’s a rule of golf and helps groups stay in proper pace of play.

2. Be courteous to your fellow members: wait for groups to completely clear the green or fairway before hitting your shot. We have had some instances of groups having close calls or groups jumping around other groups. Please remember that golf is a game for gentlemen and ladies, it is expected for our members to respect the game and one another on the course.

3. When having guests out to the Club, please be sure that they are aware of our Club Rules regarding conduct, dress code, cart rules, and pace of play. This will help everyone enjoy their time on and off the course.

I know I am looking forward for to some great days of golf this fall and winter. We look forward to seeing you and your family at the Club soon.

Double Dutch Tournament Flight Winners September 11th-12th Shinnecock Hills: Pine Valley: Augusta: Cypress Point: Oakmont: Merion:

Jason Pello & Chris Stark Dan Brady & Kurt Calver Craig Parres & Dave Vanderven Jim Terschluse & John Watson Geoff Godwin & John Ehlen Kirk Wiley & Kevin Wiley

Overall Winners:

Jason Pello & Chris Stark

Runner-ups Kurt Calver and Dan Brady with Marvin Herrod

Mens Golf Closer Sunday, October 11th Tee Times from 7:30 am - 1:00 pm

Overall winners Jason Pello and Chris Stark

Tips from the Tee by Ryan Martin, PGA

ryanm@foresthillscc.net

Taking the Tension Out of Putting Tension can be the number one cause of poor putting. Many amateurs I see get frozen over the golf ball before rolling a putt, especially on important short putts they face. The greatest players in the world remain calm, relaxed, and rhythmic.

You will see many elite golfers waggle the club or shift about in their stance before making a full swing to reduce tension, as opposed to being motionless for an extended period before striking the ball. Like many other sports, remaining still before an athletic motion would feel restricted and unnatural.

If you lay the putter behind the ball for too long, it becomes easy for tension to form in your hands and arms, causing inconsistencies in your stroke. Although it is not easy to see, many tour players have movement in their arms and putter before making their backstroke. Rickie Fowler and Jack Nicklaus both hovered the putter off the ground for a few seconds before swinging it back.

The player whose routine I believe can help many golfers, is Steve Stricker’s. Steve lets his putter bounce slightly up and down before taking the putter back in his stroke. It is very minimal, and you would have a tough time noticing without the camera zooming in on the putter head. Using this little motion beforehand, gives his arms and hands time to remain relaxed, and gain a feel for the weight of the club head.

Since putting relies upon keeping a lot of extra body movements out, this may sound a little odd; however, next time you are out on the putting green try adding a little bounce to your stroke. It should be a very slight and minimal tapping of the putter up and down right before starting the backstroke. After a while, it will just become part of your new tension free putting stroke, and you will be rolling the ball better than ever.

Men’s Senior Golf Association by Jim Harf

jharf80@gmail.com

Four events filled our schedule during September, with one remaining outing after the newsletter went to press. The first Wednesday of the month saw the conclusion of the two-day Senior Men’s Club Championship. In the Senior Gross Flight, Ron Miles took first place with a two-day gross score of 146 while Tom Dean finished second with a gross score of 151. In the Super Senior Gross Flight, Terry Schad won with a gross score of 150 and Bob O’Connell secured second place with a gross score of 169.

In the Senior Net Flight, Jeff Watson finished first with a net score of 139 while Mark Leifield finished in second place with a net score of 146. In the Super Senior Net Flight, Stan Grossman finished first with a net score of 144, followed by Fred Salerno in second place with a net score of 145.

Although the PGA Ryder Cup was postponed until next year, the Men’s Senior League conducted his own Ryder Cup Challenge in September. Team Europe defeated Team USA 40-30. While each team won two of the four matches contested, Team Europe’s victory margin in its two matches was greater. Team Europe victors were the team of Alex Nowicki and Charles Nance and the team of Brad Rosecrans and John Sherman. Mark Leifield, John de Greck and Dick Buckman completed the victorious European Team. USA match winners included Ron Miles in a singles match and the team of John Wright and Jim Harf. Other USA team members included Tom Faerber, Pat Hopkins, Tom Dean and Larry Giglio.

In the regular weekly low net tournament on September 16th, Charles Nance finished first with a score of net 70 while Bill Vierling (net 73) and Tony Ruggeri (net 73) finished second and third respectively. The final event of the month was a Blind Draw Low Net Competition (two golfers per team). Clearly the competition was a great success as scores were quite low for the day. The team of Mark Hawley and Gary Wimberly won with a net score of 59. Curt Albrecht and Bill Vierling followed in second place with a net score of 62, and Fred Salerno and Steve Barnard finished third with a net score of 63.

We want to call your attention to our concluding event scheduled for Wednesday, October 14th. Plans call for our concluding four-player scramble of the year. As teams are determined by the Golf Shop, please notify the Shop of your intention to play as soon as possible. Keep your fingers crossed as we are trying to find a way to hold a group lunch following the golfing event in this age of the COVID-virus.

Catering Corner by Gina Parisi

ginap@foresthillscc.net

Engagement season is upon us!

Please consider Forest Hills Country Club for your family or friend’s upcoming wedding rehearsals, ceremonies, and receptions. As a member of FHCC, you receive exclusive member pricing when you host an event at Forest Hills or sponsor a family member or friend’s event here at the club.

Our all-inclusive wedding packages make Forest Hills a one stop shop for that picturesque venue, delectable catering, spacious bride and groom suites, outdoor photos and more!

Our much sought-after outdoor veranda comes included with the booking of our Crystal Ballroom. Having an easily accessible indoor/outdoor venue sets us apart and provides the perfect ambiance for the wedding of your dreams.

Wedding coordinator service begins from the time of booking until your big day! At Forest Hills, we go the extra mile on details. We make sure you stay on track from the design and vision stages all the way up to execution.

Wedding planning can be stressful, so our focus is making the entire planning process as smooth and effortless as possible.

We still have weekends available on our 2021 calendar. Forest Hills would be delighted to assist you with planning your special event!

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Food & Beverage News Expanded Menu Offerings Now Available Chef Craig and the Food and Beverage Team have recently added several items to the lunch and dinner a la carte menus, offering a more expansive selection for the membership. Changes will be made frequently and weekly features have also been reinstated. Updated menus can always be found on the Club website, www.foresthillscc.net.

New Menu Items Available at Dutch’s Hut New items have also been added to the menu at Dutch’s Hut, including a cheeseburger slider, breakfast sandwich or hot ham and cheese sandwich. Call the Hut to order ahead (636) 227-1468.

Evening Book Club

by Connie Hawley Next Meeting:

hawleyc1@hotmail.com

Wednesday, October 21st ● 6:00 pm

Yes you can now enjoy the Evening Book Club at Forest Hills. Check out this photo:

Mark Your Calendars

Additional Meetings in 2020 October 21st December 9th

We had a lovely social distancing dinner and adorned with our various mask took a group photo! Join us in October for the fun.

In October we will be discussing Beneath the Scarlet Sky by Mark Sullivan

Beneath the Scarlet Sky is soon to be a major television event from Pascal Pictures, starring Tom Holland. Based on the true story of a forgotten hero, the USA Today and #1 Amazon Charts bestseller is the triumphant, epic tale of one young man’s incredible courage and resilience during one of history’s darkest hours. Pino Lella wants nothing to do with the war or the Nazis. He’s a normal Italian teenager—obsessed with music, food, and girls—but his days of innocence are numbered.

Please note the new time for the Evening Book Club is 6:00 pm.

Everyone is welcome to the Evening Book Club. For those of you planning to attend your first Evening Book Club. Here is all you need to know: call the Club and RSVP. We start our evening together with “social “ time at 6:30 pm. We enjoy a drink or two paired with dinner of your choice. If you have any questions, please feel free to call me at 636-536-2622.

Morning Book Club by Bettina Esser Next Meeting:

Wednesday, October 14th ● 10:30 am

The Morning Book Club will meet on the second Wednesday of the month, October 14th, at 10:30 am to discuss the bestseller, The Only Woman in the Room, by Marie Benedict. Lunch will follow.

We will meet on Wednesday, November 11th to review This Tender Land by William Kent Krueger and on Wednesday, December 9th for our last meeting of the year, to discuss Wishin’ and Hopin’ by Wally Lamb.

We would love for you to join us and, if you like, discussions questions can be sent in advance to your e-mail. Just contact me at bettinaesser@earthlink.net.

Happy Halloween!

bettinaesser@earthlink.net

Upcoming Events

Wine Menu Reception Wine Cade Sauvignon Blanc, 2019

First Course PlumpJack Chardonnay, 2019

Forest Hills Wine Society

Second Course

Wine Dinner

PlumpJack Merlot, 2018

Third Course PlumpJack Syrah, 2018

PLUMPJACK WINERY

Fourth Course

Thursday, November 5th

PlumpJack Estate Cabernet, 2017 Cade Estate Cabernet, 2017

6:00 pm 6:30 pm

Reception Wine Dinner

$125 per person* •

*Wine Society Members will receive 20% off this price.

Father-Daughter Snow Ball -SAVE THE DATESaturday, November 21st 6:00 pm

A magical evening of dinner, dancing and lasting memories for daughters to spend with their fathers and grandfathers!

Cigar Club Holiday Party Thursday, December 3rd 6:00 pm

Enjoy socializing in the Men’s Lounge with snacks and a select premium cigar.

18 Hole Ladies Golf News by Christy Ehrenreich So much to be thankful for this fall. I just got home from playing golf on a beautiful day. I know it’s hard for some of us to face the fact that fall is here. We just want to keep playing golf as long as we can and we will do that!

September was filled with exciting events. We had the Medal Play Tournament see pics below and winners.

October will bring some fun daily games and also the closing tournament.

Our final day for organized 18 hole women will be Tuesday Oct 13, 2020. Plan to come out and play nine holes (weather permitting) and enjoy lunch. See the flyer in this newsletter.

Hope that everyone has a safe and healthy fall!

Congratulations to our Ladies Club Champion, Joyce Jackson!

christyehren@gmail.com

Medal Play Tournament Results Overall Champion

Joyce Jackson

Championship Flight Low Net Tracey Coffman Low Putts Joyce Jackson A Flight Low Gross Low Net Low Putts

Leatta Phillips Christy Ehrenreich Anne McLaren

9 Hole Ladies Golf News

9 HOLE LADIES

Closest To The Hole #4:

MEMBER-GUEST

Member: Guest:

“The Big Birthday Par-Tee”

Longest Drive #9: Member: Guest:

1st Place:

Meredith McVehil & Karen Watts

2nd Place:

Kathy Wenstrup & Kris Kellams

Straightest Drive:

3rd Place:

Tracey Bierman & Dana Lathrop

Member: Guest:

Jan Miles Cathy Moffit

Sandy Schwartz Dana Lathrop

Maureen Niemeyer Dana Lathrop

Fall Tennis Schedule October Adult Clinic Schedule Monday Monday Night Men’s Group (All Levels)

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

5:30 - 7:00 pm

Play with the Pro + (Paired by Level)

8:30 - 10:00 am

Kick Start

10:00 - 11:00 am

(Beginner Level)

Cardio (All Levels)

5:30 - 6:30 pm

8:30 - 9:30 am

High Level Drills

8:30 - 9:45 am

(Intermediate-Advanced Level)

Stroke & Strategy (All Levels)

10:00 -11:00 am

October Kid’s Clinic Schedule Monday Tiny Tots

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

3:30 - 4:15 pm

Friday 3:30 - 4:15 pm

(Ages 4-5)

Junior Stars (Ages 7-10)

4:00 - 5:00 pm

4:00 - 5:00 pm

Junior Pros

3:00 - 4:00 pm

3:00 - 4:00 pm

(Ages 11-14)

Celebrate Your Birthday at Forest Hills!

We want to celebrate your birthday with you! Members, spouses and dependents who dine at the Club the month of their birthday will receive the following: •

One complimentary dinner entrée of your choice (ages 7 and up).

Children ages 6 and under will receive one complimentary item off of the Caddie Corner menu.

•

One very large specialty hot fudge sundae for dessert.

Just let your server know it’s your birthday and we will take care of the rest!

Saturday

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We would love to hear your ideas, suggestions, feedback, or positive comments in regards to any and all things related to our Club.

To submit, email hospitality@foresthillscc.net

Club Contacts BOARD OF DIRECTORS Christopher C. Swenson President

Nicholas A. Licavoli Treasurer / Finance Chair

Patrick Wenstrup Golf Chair

Kevin Donovan

Clubhouse (636) 227-5030

General Manager 636.207.3515 ● kevind@foresthillscc.net

Office Fax (636) 227-2540

Craig Peterson Executive Chef 636.207.3518 ● craigp@foresthillscc.net

Golf Shop (636) 227-1528 www.foresthillscc.net

Marvin Herrod

Gina Parisi

Head Golf Professional 636.227.1528 ● marvinh@foresthillscc.net

Director of Events 636.207.3528 ● ginap@foresthillscc.net

Scott Reynolds, GCS

Lori Kalapinski

Director

Grounds Superintendent 636.227.5044 ● scotts@foresthillscc.net

Events Manager 636.207.3535 ● lorik@foresthillscc.net

Alan M. Ruggeri

Julie Kennedy

Monica Knudtson

Controller 636.207.3513 ● juliek@foresthillscc.net

Office Manager 636.207.3514 ● monicak@foresthillscc.net

Robert R. Kimes

Director

Robert S. Wachter House Chair

Ryan Schaben, CMP

Ali Kaplan

Peter J. Arman

Membership Director 636.207.3545 ● ryans@foresthillscc.net

Member Communications / Marketing 636.207.3512 ● alik@foresthillscc.net

Vice President / Long Range Planning Chair

Emma Gore

Nicole Walen

Membership Chair

Assistant General Manager 636.230.2507 ● emmag@foresthillscc.net

Special Events Coordinator 636.207.3535 ● nicolew@foresthillscc.net

Matthew J. Ott

Bryan Arntz

Kyle O’Leary

Grounds Chair

Food and Beverage Director 636.207.3555 ● bryana@foresthillscc.net

Director of Racquet Sports 636.628.1387 ● kyleo@foresthillscc.net

Lawrence R. Giglio

David A. Linenbroker

Chris Ballard

Dale Davis

Dining Room Manager 636.207.3532 ● chrisb@foresthillscc.net

Facilities Manager 636.207.3533 ● daled@foresthillscc.net

Swim & Tennis Chair

Dale Davis

Erin Kramarczyk

Lawrence A. Thayer

Facilities Manager 636.207.3533 ● daled@foresthillscc.net

Concierge 636.227.5030 ● erink@foresthillscc.net

Secretary / Privilege Chair

Zachary G. Smith

Governance Chair