Artwork by Christine Lazzara Doolittle |
|
PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE
by Andrea Redmond
Our 2023 season enjoyed a vigorous kickoff during the month of February, thanks to the enthusiastic participation of our membership. The Homecoming opening party was a great success, our paddle playing members have been taking advantage of our milder winter, and many of you have stopped in to enjoy our new menu and beverage offerings. If you haven’t had an opportunity to enjoy Chef Rufino’s culinary artistry, make a date to do so soon…you won’t be disappointed!
Thanks to your strong support of the Master Facilities Plan, we continue to maintain a robust financial position as we begin the year. Towards this end, members will be receiving a quarterly report and as always, are encouraged to reach out with any comments or concerns. It is well known that a key component of our financial strength is the generation of new member leads. If you know of a candidate, please reach out to the Membership Committee as soon as possible. This way, potential new members can be introduced and approved in order to take full advantage of our summer amenities.
I am happy to report that our Master Facilities Plan, with numerous improvements to benefit the entire membership, is progressing on schedule. Here are the highlights:
|
|
Paddle Tennis:
Site preparation for courts 3 & 4 is complete, with installation scheduled this month. Resurfacing of courts 1 & 2, as well as screen tightening to be completed in late spring. This much needed addition to our paddle tennis complex will enhance member participation as well as allow for league play.
|
|
Pickleball:
May will be an active month for the Pickle Ball area. A new seating area will be installed, followed by two additional courts. This popular, fast-growing sport is great for members of all ages. Get started with a lesson from Chad!
|
|
Indoor Riding Arena:
The 15,000 square foot arena, which includes a heated viewing room and classroom, will be ready for use by late March. This addition will greatly expand the quality and breadth of services to be offered by the equestrian center, which will be known as Oak Lawn Farm at Dunham Woods Riding Club. An open house for all members will be announced in the near future.
|
|
Pool Complex:
Improvements for the pool complex have been approved by the Wayne Historic Sites Commission, and permits are currently being secured. All work is scheduled to be completed in time for our season opener on Memorial Day weekend.
|
|
Percheron Room Remodel:
The design process is scheduled to begin next month, with completion anticipated in January 2024. Details will be announced as known.
|
|
GENERAL MANAGER'S MESSAGE
by Edgar Gutierrez
Dear Members,
It was wonderful seeing so many of you at the Club last month, enjoying the many exciting changes that are taking place. Thanks to all of your support, we are enjoying a great start to the year.
Plans are well under way for the summer months. Information on a full roster of activities, including summer camp, pickleball, tennis and swimming will be coming your way soon. We are anticipating a busy, fun filled season that all our members will enjoy. I would encourage everyone to sign up for activities early!
Lastly, I want to encourage you all to think of Dunham first when you are planning special events. Our beautiful club is a wonderful venue that can adapt to any size gathering…business meetings, intimate family parties, weddings or gala celebrations. Please reach out directly to Jennifer Greider, Director of Catering, at events@dunhamwoodsridingclub.com for assistance. We would love to host your next event!
As always, do not hesitate to contact me or any member of our management team with questions or concerns.
|
|
 |
Spring (meteorological, anyway) has arrived! Your Membership Committee is fully engaged in keeping the lifeblood of our Club flowing as new spring growth (of all kinds) surrounds us at Dunham Woods Riding Club. As the daylight stays with us longer, the temperatures begin to warm and spring winds soften instead of sharpen. It’s time to come out of hibernation and join us for one or all of our upcoming events…will you join us in keeping up the excitement?
Thank you to all of our members who helped make last month’s Prospective Member Game Night a success. We had several members bring their friends with young families to enjoy a delicious Dunham dinner and some relaxed adult time while the kids in the next room enjoyed games, dinner and prizes. With the upcoming pool house renovations and the always popular summer camp program, Dunham Woods is a great place for members with young families to build community and memories.
|
|
|
|
Our next Prospective Member event will be the Paddle Invitational on Sunday, March 12th Members who are curious about this addictive game can learn more and members already playing are highly encouraged to bring neighbors and friends to learn more about the fun and energetic game of Paddle Tennis and our friendly Dunham Woods Riding Club culture. In addition to relaxed play and socializing, our Pro will be on hand for informal instruction and to play with other area Pros in an exciting Pro Paddle Exhibition for members and guests to enjoy and see what they can aspire to next season, when we will have four paddle courts humming with activity!
Lastly, don your green garb join us on Friday, March 17th for a special St. Patrick's Day Menu with a specially prepared, mouth-watering selection of Irish-inspired dishes to kick off the coming of spring.
Dunham Woods Riding Club is a great place to be no matter what the season so get out here and start the fun for the upcoming year!
|
|
|
|
MEETING THE MEMBER BEHIND THE MEMBERSHIP CORNER…
Christine Lazzara Doolittle serves on our Membership committee and is also the artist who created the painting for the cover of the 87th Annual Dunham Woods Riding Show and that now serves as the cover image of Club newsletter. She is a traditionally trained artist who studied at the American Academy of Art and enjoys working in her signature watercolor style. Her favorite subjects are animals - dogs, birds, koi and, not surprisingly, horses! She created the art for the 86th Annual Show as well and has enjoyed creating the postcard mailing art for the Wayne DuPage Hunt for the past several years. She especially enjoyed creating the paintings shown below.
|
|
All images © Christine Lazzara Doolittle |
|
When she is not painting, she can be found playing paddle tennis, riding her horse, dining at our historic club, swimming laps (and breathlessly awaiting the new pool house renovations!) and writing the Membership Corner. |
|
SPORTS CORNER
by Chad Cummins
February is behind us, and we will be "Marching" into spring!
Congratulations to Andy Kramer and Julie Nyquist for winning the third annual Winter Classic held on February 25th. They defeated Brandon Ost and Betsy Dettro in a hard-fought final match. Over 30 players and spectators attended the unique compass draw tournament. The Club provided a chili bar, refreshments, and thanks go out to the Staff. See some fun pics taken by our club photographer, Cassie, below.
Congratulations to our Platform Tennis Travel Teams!
Men's Series 17 - 3rd Place
Men's Series 21 - 11th Place
Women's Series 9 - 1st Place
Women's Series 14 - 7th Place
The Men's Series 17 qualified for playoffs and hosted a play-off match vs. Glen Ellyn on February 28th. For those who weren't there it was an epic battle. Our Court 1 team Doug Hardy/Scott Shelton dominated from the start and prevailed in straight sets. (DW 3 GE 0). Our Court 2 duo of Eric Brown/Andy Kramer started strong, winning the first set and on a very controversial service call lost the second. The third set ...More
Lessons and Pro Shop:
Private Lesson times are available. Platform balls and paddles are in stock. Please text or call me at (630) 915-1824 or email me at racquets@dunhamwoodsridingclub.com for any needs.
|
|
2023 Winter Classic Paddle Participants
Check out more of these fantastic event photos below!!
|
|
SPREAD THE WORD!
Calling all Prospective Members . . .
DWRC Members are highly encouraged to invite friends & neighbors!
|
|
|
|
|
|
Join us for a
PADDLE
INVITATIONAL EVENT
Sunday,
March 12, 2023
2:00 pm - 4:30 pm
at Corky's
Exhibition Paddle Match
2:30 pm - 3:00 pm
ALL LEVELS ARE WELCOME!
|
|
|
|
All members and their guests are invited to enjoy a FUN event with MUSIC and a
hand-picked selection of refreshing BEERS and WINES while learning more
about Paddle Tennis and DWRC.
_________________________________
$20 Per Person - Prospective Members are FREE!
(Price includes assorted flatbreads, minestrone soup and house salad)
(Tax, service and drink charges not included)
Area Pros will be joining our own Racquets Pro, Chad Cummins, for an exhibition
match as well as informal instruction throughout the afternoon.
Come to observe, play or simply socialize.
_________________________________
Prospective Member Packets will be available upon arrival.
Courts will be available for play throughout the afternoon.
Come dressed to play or just to watch. Spectators are welcome.
RSVP no later than March 10th
|
|
Sports Enthusiasts . . . Mark Your Calendars
|
|
March 12 (Sunday)
Paddle Invitational & Exhibition Match
April 16 (Sunday)
Pickleball/Paddle Palooza
May 21 (Sunday)
Pickleball Invitational
|
|
|
|
HIGHLIGHTS - SPANISH TAPAS NIGHT - March 1st
|
|
|
|
Thanks to all who came out
to enjoy last Wednesday nights Spanish Tapas Menu. RUFINO... you and your staff outdid yourselves!!
|
|
|
Join us the 1st Wednesday of every month for
Dinners Around the World:
April 5th - Greek | May 3rd - Mexican
June 7th - Italian | July 7th - French
MARK YOUR CALENDARS
|
|
REMINDER ...
ATTENTION MEMBERS!
If you have any change of address, phone numbers or email updates, please let us know.
And if you would like a listing of our newest members not currently in your 2022 Membership Directory, please contact Melissa Rinker by clicking on the link below. She would be happy to email you that listing.
|
|
|
|
|
____________
Updated
March 1, 2023
Save The Dates - Don't Wait!
|
|
|
April 5 (Wednesday)
Dinner Around the World-Greek
April 9 (Sunday)
Easter Brunch Buffet
April 22 (Saturday)
Karaoke Night
May 3 (Wednesday)
Dinner Around the World-Mexican
May 5 (Friday)
Cinco de Mayo Dinner
May 6 (Saturday)
Derby Day
May 14 (Sunday)
Mother's Day Brunch Buffet
May 29 (Monday)
Memorial Day BBQ
June 7 (Wednesday)
Dinner Around the World-Italian
June 17 (Saturday)
President's Ball
June 25 (Sunday)
Family Olympics Afternoon
July 4 (Tuesday)
4th of July BBQ
July 5 (Wednesday)
Dinner Around the World-French
|
|
August 2 (Wednesday)
Dinner Around the World-TBD
August 11 (Friday)
Music on the Patio
September 6 (Wednesday)
Dinner Around the World-TBD
September 16 (Wednesday)
Clam Bake
October 4 (Wednesday)
Dinner Around the World-TBD
October 14 (Saturday)
Fall Fest
October 22 (Sunday)
Children's Halloween Party
November 1 (Wednesday)
Dinner Around the World-TBD
November 11 (Saturday)
Gourmet Wine Dinner
December 6 (Wednesday)
Dinner Around the World-TBD
December 9 (Saturday)
Adult Christmas Party
December 17 (Sunday)
Children's Christmas Party
|
|
|
Join us for a la Carte Brunch
and enjoy Chef's delectable and enticing menu.
March 12, 2023
11 am to 2 pm
No a la Carte lunch or dinner service available
MARK YOUR CALENDARS
Future Brunches - Every Sunday - 11 am to 2 pm
(March 19, 26) (April 2)
RESERVATIONS ARE ENCOURAGED
|
|
"READING GIVES US SOME PLACE
to go when we have to stay where we are."
-Mason Cooley-
|
|
Join us once a month on a
Wednesday for Lunch & Discussion
Noon to 2 pm - Parlor
|
|
Wednesday,
March 15, 2023
|
West with Giraffes
by Lynda Rutledge
Leader - Susannah Lesswing
An emotional, rousing novel inspired by the incredible true story of two giraffes who made headlines and won the hearts of Depression-era America.
An emotional, rousing novel inspired by the incredible true story of two giraffes who made headlines and won the hearts of Depression-era America. “Few true friends have I known and two were giraffes…” Woodrow Wilson Nickel, age 105, feels his life ebbing away. But when he learns giraffes are going extinct, he finds himself recalling the unforgettable experience he cannot take to his grave. It’s 1938. The Great Depression lingers. Hitler is threatening Europe, and world-weary Americans long for wonder. They find it in two giraffes who miraculously survive a hurricane while crossing the Atlantic. What follows is a twelve-day road trip in a custom truck to deliver Southern California’s first giraffes to the San Diego Zoo. Behind the wheel is the young Dust Bowl rowdy Woodrow. Inspired by true events, the tale ...More
-goodreads.com
|
|
Wednesday,
April 19, 2023
|
The Eyre Affair
by Jasper Fforde
Leader - Bonnie Dauer
Great Britain circa 1985: time travel is routine, cloning is a reality (dodos are the resurrected pet of choice), and literature is taken very, very seriously. Baconians are trying to convince the world that Francis Bacon really wrote Shakespeare, there are riots between the Surrealists and Impressionists, and thousands of men are named John Milton, an homage to the real Milton and a very confusing situation for the police. Amidst all this, Acheron Hades, Third Most Wanted Man In the World, steals the original manuscript of Martin Chuzzlewit and kills a minor character, who then disappears from every volume of the novel ever printed! But that's just a prelude . . .
Hades' real target is the beloved Jane Eyre, and it's not long before he plucks her from the pages of Bronte's novel. Enter Thursday Next. She's the Special Operative's renowned literary detective, and she drives a Porsche. ...More
-goodreads.com
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
CELEBRATE WITH US!
Friday,
March 17, 2023
(No a la Carte Dinner Menu Available)
5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
|
|
|
|
SPECIAL ST. PATTY'S MENU
(Price includes appetizer, soup or salad and dessert)
|
|
Appetizer
English Onions / Mini Reuben / Mini Shepherd’s Pie
Choice of Soup or Salad
Reuben Soup or Irish Green Salad
Choice of Entrée
Corned Beef and Cabbage $35
Potatoes / Carrots
Irish Lamb Shank in Guinness $45
Smashed Potatoes / Green Beans
Guinness Braised Short Ribs $38
Green Beans / Carrots
Scottish Salmon $48 GF/DF
Spinach / Green Beans / Green Apple Sauce
Dublin Pub Chicken $38
Roasted Potatoes / Carrots / Braised Cabbage
Irish Burger $30
Topped with Corned Beef / Sauerkraut / Swiss Cheese
Louis Dressing / French Fries
Choice of Dessert
Irish Bread Pudding
Irish Cream Sauce
Irish Apple Cake
Caramel Sauce
Mixed Berries
Irish Whipped Cream
|
|
|
|
|
|
RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED
|
|
|
|
|
Join us for
EASTER BRUNCH
BUFFET
Sunday, April 9, 2023
Offering Two Seatings
11:00 am & 1:00 pm
(No a la Carte dinner
service will be available)
|
|
|
|
Easter Egg Hunt begins promptly at 12:30 pm. |
Kids ... Find the
GOLDEN EGG
and win a big prize!!
|
|
|
|
|
Cold Buffet
Chilled Seafood
Shrimp / Crab Claws / Oysters
Cocktail Sauce / Lemons
Tabasco Sauce / Smoked Salmon
Charcuterie Board
Capers / Egg / Onion
Cream Cheese / Bagels
Assorted & Imported
Domestic Cheese / Crackers
Dry Fruits / Marcona Almonds
Salads
Mixed Greens
Raspberries / Dry Cranberries Cucumbers / Grape Tomatoes
White Balsamic Vinaigrette (GF/V)
Spinach Salad
Sliced Mushrooms / Hearts of Palm Strawberries / Candied Walnuts Bacon Vinaigrette (GF)
Kale Salad
Baby Kale / Candied Ginger Blueberries / Grilled Peaches Toasted Pistachios / Onion Vinaigrette
|
|
|
|
Fresh Fruit Display
Hot Buffet
Meatless Eggs Benedict (V)
Chicken Florentine (GF)
Bacon / Sausage
Dijon Baked Salmon (GF)
Spinach Ravioli (V)
Tomato Coulis
Rosemary Roasted Red
Potatoes (V)
Green Beans / Baby Carrots (V)
Children Buffet
Chicken Tenders
Curly Fries
Mac & Cheese
French Toast
Fruit Salad
Assorted Vegetables
Ranch Dressing
|
|
|
|
Carving Station
Roasted Beef Tenderloin
Horseradish Sauce
Ham off the Bone
Lingonberry Sauce
Omelets Made to Order
Spinach / Mushrooms / Broccoli / Ham / Tomato / Onion / Egg Whites
Cheddar / Swiss / Pepper Jack
Desserts
Assorted Cake / Mini Pastries Display
|
|
$59 - Per Person
$27 - 4 to 12 years old
FREE 3 & Under
(Tax, service and drink charges not included)
Business Casual Attire
RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED
|
|
Cancellation Policy
Members will be charged for reservations not cancelled 24 hours in advance and earlier for special events. No-Show Policy: A member's account will be billed at 50% of the event cost.
|
|
2023 WINTER CLASSIC PADDLE TOURNAMENT PHOTOS (Continued)
|
|
|
|
Did you leave something behind?
PLEASE COME CLAIM YOUR THINGS!
______________________________
Send an email to:
to claim your items(s)
|
|
ITEMS NOT PICKED UP BY APRIL 1, 2023 WILL BE DONATED. |
|
|
CLUB OFFICERS
President - Andrea Redmond
Vice President - John Byars
Treasurer - Justin Peacock
Secretary - Jerome Johnson
CLUB DIRECTORS
Carol Berger
James Bramsen
Eric Brown
Barbara Dawson
Doug Hancock
Heather Howland
Jerry Marchese
CLUBHOUSE
630-584-0045
STAFF
General Manager
Edgar Gutierrez - Dial 1
Controller
Lisa Wollersheim - Dial 2
Food & Beverage Manager
Daniel Vale - Dial 3
Director of Catering
Jennifer Greider - Dial 4
Executive Chef
Rufino Ramirez - Dial 5
Tennis Pro
Chad Cummins
Swim Coordinator / Coach
Jennifer Heyer-Olsen
Administrative Assistant
Melissa Rinker - Dial 0
|
|
|
|
DRESS CODE POLICY
Appropriate Casual wear is permitted at any time in the Hunt Room, Parlor, Card Room, Bar, Tack Room, Veranda, and Patio. Appropriate casual wear includes tennis clothing, sports attire, Bermuda shorts, casual shirts with collars for men, and similarly appropriate women's attire, and appropriate denim clothing. Appropriate Business casual is the minimum required attire in the Percheron Room (Main Dining Room). For purposes of these rules, 'business casual' means a shirt with collar and long slacks for men and similarly appropriate attire for women. Business casual does not include denim, tennis clothing, sports attire, sneakers, or gym shoes. The presence of club functions may supersede these rules on occasion. From time to time, the board may modify dress codes with appropriate notification to the membership by posting on the club’s bulletin board. Baseball caps are not allowed in the Clubhouse.
Hunt Room, Parlor, Card Room, Bar, Tack Room, Veranda & Patio:
CASUAL (Denim Allowed)
Percheron Room (Main Dining Room): BUSINESS CASUAL (Collared Shirts & Slacks, NO Denim, NO Jacket required)
CANCELLATION POLICY
Members will be charged for reservations not canceled 24 hours in advance and earlier for special events. No-Show Policy: a member's account will be billed at 50% of the event cost. This charge covers the cost of the food and service staff.
NO-PARKING ZONES
Please remember that the driveway in front of the Club is not for long-term parking. Dropping off and picking up is allowed, but this area needs to be kept open for handicapped visitors or emergency vehicles. There is NO PARKING between the kitchen doors and over to the flagpole area. This area needs to be kept open for deliveries.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
