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APRIL 2009

Happy Easter!

Martinis with the ManagerThursday, April 16th

6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Free martinis, Beer, & WineComplimentary Hors D’oeuvres

Come DresseD in your DisCo

Free GolF Guest Feeson martini tHursDay!

invite your neiGHBors,FrienDs & Co-Workers

For GolF & Fun!rsvp at 972-529-6779

Date NightSaturday, April 25th 7pm to 10 pm

Grilled Polenta with Wild Mushrooms

Spinach Salad with Peaches, Roasted

Pecans, & Poppy Seed Dressing

Lemon Sorbet

Cornish Game Hen with Garlic

Rosemary, Gingered Baby Carrots &

Peruvian Blue Potatoes

Apple Baklava with Caramel Glaze

$75 per couple dinner only$95 per couple with wine paired

Breakfast with the Easter BunnySaturday April 11th 9:00 to 11:00 a.m.

Scrambled EggsSmoked Sausage

Crispy BaconHashbrowns & Gravy

WafflesFresh Fruit

All the Kiddos Will Enjoy:An Eggtastic Easter Egg Hunt

Sweet Treats, Fun Games, Super Activities& Pictures with the Easter Bunny

Bring Your Camera For Great Photo Opportunities!Adults $9.95 Children $6.95 (ages 3 - 6)

Children 2 & under freeRESERVATIONS REQUIRED & VERY LIMITED

48-Hour Cancellation Required To Avoid Being BilledRSVP TODAY: 972-529-6779

Donny DarvilleGeneral Manager

Barbara & Ron WagnerAmbassador Co-Chairs

AMBASSADORS NEWS

Gossip from the Grill

Bob’s BabblingsMessage from the Manager

April is a busy month for the Ambassador Club. MIX-IT-UP is scheduled for April 7th. It is an event for all new members to meet the heads of the various departments at Eldorado and become familiar with what is available for them at the club. Representatives from the various clubs within the club will be in attendance to explain the purpose of their club and sign up new members. April 25th is the BE MY GUEST CLASSIC golf tournament for new members and their guests. Both the mix-it-up and the golf tournament are intended to get new prospects for membership by invitation in Eldorado.

By now you are probably wondering why the events are for new members and what are you doing for the old members. The data that the Palmer Group has gathered indicates that 70% of new member referrals come from new members and if we are to achieve the trigger level to spend our Capital Fund we need more members.

Now for all members we have the monthly Martinis with the Manager and this month it is scheduled for April 16th and the theme is “Disco”. We look forward to seeing many of you there and to see how the Disco theme is played out. This month we would like to introduce you to another new ambassador team, Todd and Wendy Hall. They moved to McKinney as a couple in 2000 and joined Eldorado in August of 2007. They have been married for almost 9 years and have two children. Makenzie (6 years) and Tristan (16 months). Todd grew up in McKinney and worked at Eldorado when he was in high school. He is in SAP

software sales and Wendy is a stay at home mom. Since becoming members they have enjoyed meeting new people and all the amazing activities that ECC offers. Say hi when you see them around the club.

Two different subjects this time: First, we will all get more out of our memberships if we are not afraid to try something new. Our club offers so many activities and continues to add new ones each month. Likewise, our “new” Chef Eddie has expanded our menu choices and offers some really great specials on Wednesday evenings. I took my own advice, took a Tuesday off from work and played with the SMGA group

for the first time. It was a blast and I am looking forward to playing with them every week from now on. Have you tried out one of the many organizations or clubs or activities that are “new” to you? Check out our calendar (new menu, too) and give it a try. Expand your horizons. Second, timing is everything. As our membership roles expands and members participate in more/new activities, there will be times when the club is crowded (Yeah!), or the kitchen is busy, or the tennis courts are all reserved, or the golf course is full. These are good problems to have. A full membership that is actively using the club facilities will lead to expansion of the club’s staff and capabilities. But there will be times when we need to be flexible in our use of the club. For instance, you can get instant service and quick food on Wednesday evenings if you don’t want a 7:00 PM reservation. If you insist on 7, you will wait. Weekend tee times are always available if you are a little flexible on exactly when you want to go. But as we get busier, it is important to make your reservations and tee times as early as possible for those times when the club is busy.

See you around the club.

Bob Philo2009 Board President

Cathy TaylorFood & Beverage Director

Daylight Savings Time started a little early this year and I am happy to say many of our members are taking advantage of the time change. I hope you have had an opportunity to try some of the new items on the Spring Menu. We are implementing a Saturday Shrimp and Oyster night starting in April.

If you have not made reservations for Breakfast with the Easter Bunny, Saturday, April 11 or Easter Brunch, Sunday, April 12 please do so quickly. There is limited space and these two usually sell out early. We have scheduled a “Date Night” on Saturday, April 25, mark your calendars this will be the last date night until the fall.

The Eldorado Lake Sediment Removal Project being done by the City of McKinney has been halted due to the contractor, Turner Environmental Inc., abandoning the work site.

They are no longer working on the project and the City of McKinney requires that a contractor has a performance bond from a surety company in place which guarantees the satisfactory completion of the project. The City of McKinney will be working with the surety company to insure the project’s completion. The club is working closely with the city to insure the completion of the project as soon as possible. We do not have any timelines to the completion, but the contractor was fairly close to completing the job and we look forward to reaping the rewards of the project soon. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Cardio Salsa/Core8:45am-10:00am

Instructed by Deann

Cardio Conditions / Weights / Abs8:30am-9:45am

Instructed by Carla

EVENING YOGA7:00 PM-8:15PM

Instructed by Brandie

Sculpt & ToneWith weights

8:30am-9:30amInstructed by Deborah

Cardio Kickboxing /Abs

8:30am-9:45amInstructed by Carla

Strength/Core/ Flexibility

for Golf & Tennis 5:45-6:15pm

Instructed by Cindy K

BOOT CAMP Weights/Abs/

Stretching8:15am-9:45am

Instructed by Carla

MORNING YOGA10:00am-11:15amInstructed by Tina

Join Us For A Class Today! No need to sign up, just come ready for a great work out!



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Instructed by Carla



If you would like to RSVP or are interested in a club please call

972-529-6779. For the Girls, Giggles and Golf or Hackers Club call the Golf Shop at

972-529-2770.

April 14th at 7:00 PM in the Ladies locker room.

April book is The Secret by Rhonda Byrnes.

May book is Atlas Shrugged by Ayn Rand

Wednesday, April 8th 7pm - 9pmSpring Wreath at Edwards Floral

$30.00/personReservations are Required and very

limited!Sign up Early

Every Thursday except Martini Thursday 5:30 p.m. lesson and

6:00 p.m. tee-off.$15 per hacker includes lesson, cart, beer

& wings, and it is only open to full privilege members

Every Thursday except for Martini Thursday 6 - 8 p.m. 6 p.m. lesson, 6:30 p.m. tee-off. $15 per lady includes lesson, cart, appetizer,

& 2 glasses of wine. MUST WEAR SOMETHING PINK!!

Must be a full privilege member!

April 7th & 21st

8:30 - 9:30 a.m.in the Sports Grill

Taste the wines of the world while enjoying the company of your fellow

members!April 10th at 7:00 p.m. in the

Governer’s Room

April 15th at 12:00

in the Sports Grill

April 3rd Come join us to plan our

first event!!1:00 - 2:30 p.m. in

the Sports Grill

We will be meeting April 18th at 7:00 p.m. in the

Women’s Lounge.

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Golf Carts Included

And…$0 Golf Guest Fees on

“Martinis With the Manager” Thursdays!!!

Sign Up Early For These Popular Events When They Start Back Up

This Spring Season!972-529-2770

Saturday, April 118:30am Shotgun Start

$30 Entry Fee—includes lunch following play(cart not included)

Format: 2-man tournament, using Stableford point system

based on net score.

EVERY WEDNESDAY6:00pm Shotgun Start

$15 entry fee (cart not included)

Computer selected teamsWeekly winners

PLUS chance to win Power Ball Pot

Friday, April 3rd & 24th5:30pm Shotgun start


Make your own teamentry includes

two drink tickets and prize fund.

Sunday, April 26th1:30 PM Shotgun Start

$25 Entry Fee Per Couple(cart not included)

CALL THE GOLF FOR DETAILS ON THESE FUN EVENTS!






based on net score.

















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On the Greens On the Greens with Aaronwith Aaron

Heading into April it is a very busy time in the golf course maintenance department. The grass should all have broken dormancy by now and though it may not be growing at capacity due to soil temperatures, it is still green and much more pleasing to the eye than dormant turf. The soil temperatures should reach optimum between the middle and end of the month. Soil temperature is the main signal that turfgrass uses tell when to grow and when to conserve its energy. The majority of warm season

grass; which our Bermudagrass falls into, the window between seventy and ninety degrees Fahrenheit provides the best growing conditions. When soil temperatures are above this range the plant will slow its growth and expend energy to protect itself by storing carbohydrates in the roots to use when the soil temperature returns to optimal growing conditions. When temperatures fall below seventy degrees the plant does the same thing until it gets cold enough to go into dormancy. Keep this in mind throughout the month as the grass may be green but may not be growing at full potential.During the month of April we will begin vertical mowing the green in conjunction with our weekly topdressings to help control the thatch layer in the.The majority of the time this will take place on Mondays while we are closed. However there will be times that we must do this on other days during the week. These two cultural practices along with core aerification are the best ways to control thatch in our greens. Your understanding is appreciated while we perform these much needed tasks.Thank you for being a member.

You can’t beat our prices Do you agree that golf is an expensive sport? Do you also agree that over the years golf equipment has become more costly? I think you deserve a break on what you pay for golf equipment and Eldorado should be able to provide that for you. We have instituted a new pricing structure on all of our golf merchandise allowing us to offer you the most competitive prices on all your golf equipment and apparel needs. “Palmer Pricing” is one of the many benefits of being an Eldorado Member. And if we don’t have it in stock, we can get it quicker than you can say “Wow, what a deal”! If you have a request, please let our helpful golf staff be of assistance.

Scott McClinton and ECC golf shop staff

Aaron SchickGolf Course Superintendent

C.G.C.S

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Golf Carts Included

And…$0 Golf Guest Fees on

“Martinis With the Manager” Thursdays!!!

ENGAEldorado Nine Hole Golf Association

Our season kicks into high gear this month with our first club exchange of the year at Stonebridge Ranch on April 6. We will be playing with the ladies from both Heritage Ranch and Stonebridge. Later in the month, April 15 & 22, we will hold our first tournament of the season, the Individual Eclectic Tournament.

As always, we invite any ladies interested to join us on Wednesday mornings for nine holes of golf. If you would like to sign up to play, please call the pro shop by 1:00 PM on Tuesday. Any questions please call Cindy Sander at 972-618-2794 or email [email protected].

You can’t beat our prices Do you agree that golf is an expensive sport? Do you also agree that over the years golf equipment has become more costly? I think you deserve a break on what you pay for golf equipment and Eldorado should be able to provide that for you. We have instituted a new pricing structure on all of our golf merchandise allowing us to offer you the most competitive prices on all your golf equipment and apparel needs. “Palmer Pricing” is one of the many benefits of being an Eldorado Member. And if we don’t have it in stock, we can get it quicker than you can say “Wow, what a deal”! If you have a request, please let our helpful golf staff be of assistance.

Scott McClinton and ECC golf shop staff

Shop News with Scott

Scott McClintonHead Golf Professional

Do you play in or host a corporate or charity outing? Let Eldorado host the next one. We conduct numerous events on Mondays here at the club. Why not let us help your organization maximize their fund raising and show off

your club at the same time.

EWGA

ShineSparkleEldorado Women’s Golf Association

EWGA kicked off the 2009 season on March 5 with near perfect weather and a great day on the course. Congratulations to the following winners:Championship Flight 1st Low Gross Diana Sammons 79 1st Low Net Deborah Thompson 73 First Flight 1st Low Gross Jeanenne Pivin 95 1st Low Net Sharon James 74 Second Flight 1st Low Gross Lois Harter 103 1st Low Net Amy Fuqua 73 Third Flight 1st Low Gross Kim Nelson 104 1st Low Net Carol Staif 74

April will be a busy month for EWGA. We will finish up the Mars vs Venus tournament on April 2. April 9 & 23 & May 7 is our President’s Cup tournament. April 14 we will play at the Golf Club of McKinney.

Remember, Thursdays is playday with an 8:30 a.m. meeting and 9:00 a.m. tee time. See you on the course!

Grady McKeeDirector of Tennis

On the Courts with GradyOn the Courts with Grady

JuniorsBeginner tennis classes

forming NOW! For Ages 5 - 10

Sign up in the tennis shop.

Tuesday and Thursday afternoon From 4-5pm!

Junior Tennis ResultsKatherine Knauf

Finals Runner - Up Girls 12sDTA Winter ZAT

February 7-8, 2009

EWTA Leagues Come Join Us!! We Are Lots Of Fun!!.The Spring leagues have already started but you can sign up weekly for Wednesday Morning League. We play at 9:00am and it’s only $5 per week. Contact Sandi Murray, 972-569-8369 [email protected].

If you are interested in the Thursday Night League you can still sign up as a sub. We play Thursday Nights at 7:00pm. Contact Julie Krug, 972-562-5098 [email protected]

Day League Winter Winners

SAVE THE DATE:Gilligan's Island Mixer,

Thursday, May 14, 7:00 p.m.

1st Place

Karin Lyons

2nd Place

Phyllis Graham

3rd

Bonnie Klinger

EWTA Leagues Come Join Us!! We Are Lots Of Fun!!.The Spring leagues have already started but you can sign up weekly for Wednesday Morning League. We play at 9:00am and it’s only $5 per week. Contact Sandi Murray, 972-569-8369 [email protected].

If you are interested in the Thursday Night League you can still sign up as a sub. We play Thursday Nights at 7:00pm. Contact Julie Krug, 972-562-5098 [email protected]

Day League Winter Winners

SAVE THE DATE:Gilligan's Island Mixer,

Thursday, May 14, 7:00 p.m.

1st Place

Karin Lyons

2nd Place

Phyllis Graham

3rd

Bonnie Klinger

Saturday, April 1111:00am-2:00pm

Lunch, Prizes, and Fun!$30 per Player$15 per Juniors

Come For Drill, Stay for the Shootout!$40 for the Whole Day










April Showers… The rainy season is upon us so let’s take advantage of the good days and play some tennis.I want to thank the boys for letting me tinker with the league format and I believe it to be a refreshing change; mixing up the levels and playing some competitive tennis has been fun for all. The format allows for players to play many levels and compete for top court in a shootout format. The pros are playing to add some variety and help balance the courts and their time is an added value for the same price! Can’t beat that! Be sure to thank Jake for his continued good work and effort on the men’s league.

I want to congratulate Katherine Knauf for qualifying for Championship rank at the Plano Spring Break ZAT. She made it to the finals of the last 2 ZAT tournaments and she played hard to qualify for the middle rank in Texas. Way to go Kat!

TCD is in full swing and our ladies teams have been racking up the points. At the time of this article our ladies were hitting on all cylinders having been 2nd, 3rd, and 5th, in their respective flights. Way to go

ladies…keep up the good work!

I also want to thank the membership for their help with the March 28th 29th DPTA junior tourney. This tourney takes up the courts, but is a great way to outreach with the community and give back by donating the courts for a good event and junior tennis. Remember that there is one more junior tourney on Saturday June 13th.

Kendall EdwardsFinal Runner- Up

Boys 16sDTA Winter ZAT

February 7-8, 2009

Friday Morning Bridge WinnersBridge Lessons

Do you want to learn how to play Or do you just need a review?

Lessons will be held Tuesday nights from 7-9pm beginning March 3 - April 6.To sign up or for more information, call Shirley Powers 972-529-9201

Eldorado Wishes All Our Members Who Were Born In April Another Happy & Healthy Year!Felix SmithDonald DozierJohn WellsJohn SpencerBilly GrocePat McGarityRon FickleDean EricksonWillena WilliamsLinda BeaversRober DouglassSally SelvidgeDaryl DuitE.J. Nowak

Marcia FerettiSharon DaySuzanne JerniganJohn JenkinsTom BroadheadPatricia YeagerLynn DodsonCarol CannonCarl IovinelliJulia SmithJim MontgomeryPeter GrafMourad FerettiWill Richardson

Gordon HillGary GoodmanCindi BoganAmy FuquaMark OwensDwayne WardRhonda DriggersTeresa GuempelPaul PopeDebra ThomasWilliam BurkeTy GentRoberta KayattaEd Varney

Michael LindseyDouglas BairdGeorge RiddleDina PhilipsSteve JohnsonEric LiepinsTerry ButlerTed AinsworthLeann McCownBrad StoverRandall HickmanKay SylvesterDeborah PlunkCindy Keil

Tracey UrbanKarin LyonsMark Van RiperTommy MatthewsDelta MoodyJoselyn HendersonNorman FicklinDoc ComptonJason WiswallSara BernalJessica Hoover

Sports Camp(Tennis & Golf)June 09-12Sports Camp(Tennis & Golf)June 16-19Sports Camp(Tennis & Golf)June 23-26

Tennis Camp(Tennis ONLY)

June 09-12Tennis Camp(Tennis ONLY)

June 16-19Tennis Camp(Tennis ONLY)

June 23-26

Sports Camp(Tennis & Golf)

June 30– July 3Sports Camp(Tennis & Golf)July 7-10

Sports Camp(Tennis & Golf)July 14-17Sports Camp(Tennis & Golf)July 21-24Sports Camp(Tennis & Golf)July 28-31

Tennis Camp(Tennis ONLY)

June 30– July 3Tennis Camp(Tennis ONLY)July 7-10

Tennis Camp(Tennis ONLY)July 14-17Tennis Camp(Tennis ONLY)July 21-24Tennis Camp(Tennis ONLY)July 28-31

Sports Camp(Tennis & Golf)August 4-7Sports Camp(Tennis & Golf)August 4-7

Tennis Camp(Tennis ONLY)August 4-7Tennis Camp(Tennis ONLY)August 4-7

CAMP TIMES9:00 am-4:00 pmTuesday-Friday

Our Junior Summer Camps Are SOO Much Fun!

Pick Up A Brochure At The Club To Learn All The Details or Print Off A

Registration Form Online at www.eldoradocc.comSIGN UP TODAY

while we still have space in the camp of your choice!

Call The Tennis Shop

For More Information & Sign Up Today!972-529-2775

Eldorado Ladies Association

The Eldorado Ladies Association will meet at 11:30 AM on Tuesday

April 7th, for lunch and “Jump

into Spring” with Cynthia

Elliot Boutique presentation of 2009’s Spring

fashions modeled in grand style

by Associatiom members.

February 61st - Pattie Duit2nd - Shirley Powers3rd - Marcia Behl February 131st - Pat Wienstroer2nd - Shirley Powers3rd - Agetha Donatelli

February 201st - Shirley Powers2nd - Leah McCarthy3rd - Agatha DonatelliFebruary 271st - Shirley Powers2nd - Marlene Groce3rd - Pat Wienstroer

PRESORT STD.U.S. POSTAGE

PAIDPRINCETON, TX 75407

PERMIT NO. 33

12Easter Brunch 12pm SeatingReservations

RequiredSteam Jet Car Wash

9:00am-4:30pm

13

Club Closed

14SMGA Playday

9:00am Shotgun-Book Club

7pm

15ENGA Playday9:00am ShotgunEWTA League

9:00amRealtor Club 12:00

50% OFF Food After 5pm

Powerball 6:00pm

16EWGA Playday9:00am Shotgun

MARTINIS WITH THE MANAGER

6:30-8:30pmFREE GOLF GUEST

DAYEWTA League

7:00am

17Ladies Friday

Morning Bridge9am

18Couples Bridge

7pmOyster & Shrimpfest

6pmSenior Club

ChampionshipTime TBA

19Champagne Brunch

11am-2pmSteam Jet Car Wash

9:00am-4:30pmSenior Club

ChampionshipTime TBA

20

Club Closed

21SMGA Playday9:00am ShotgunNetworking Club

8:30-9:30am


9:00am50% OFF Food

After 5pmPowerball 6:00pm


Girls Giggles & Golf6:00-8:00pm

Hackers Club 5:30pmEWTA League

7:00am

24Ladies Friday

Morning Bridge9am

Drink & Drive5:30pm

25Date Night

7pmOyster & Shrimpfest

6pm

26Champagne Brunch


9:00am-4:30pmGuys & Dolls

1:00pm Shotgun

27

Club Closed

28SMGA Playday9:00am Shotgun


9:00am50% OFF Food





7:00am

May 1Ladies Friday

Morning Bridge9am

May 2Oyster & Shrimpfest

6pm

March 29

Champagne Brunch11am-2pm

Steam Jet Car Wash9:00am-4:30pm

March 30

Club Closed

March 31

SMGA Playday9:00am Shotgun


9:00am50% OFF Food


2EWGA Mars vs.

Venus TournamentGirls Giggles & Golf

6:00-8:00pmHackers Club 5:30pm

EWTA League7:00pm

3Ladies Friday

Morning Bridge9am

Drink & Drive5:30pmE.C.C.O1-2:30pm

4Oyster & Shrimpfest

6pm

5Champagne Brunch


9:00am-4:30pm

6

Club Closed

7SMGA Playday9:00am ShotgunNetworking Club

8:30-9:30amEldorado Ladies

Association11:30am


9:00am50% OFF Food


Girls Night Out7pm




7:00am

10Ladies Friday

Morning Bridge9am

Bingo7pm

Couples Wine Club 7pm

11Breakfast with the

Easter Bunny9:00-11:00amReservations

RequiredMGA Masters

8:30am Shotgun StartOyster & Shrimpfest

6pmFamily Shoot Out

11:00-2:00pm

IMPORTANT NUMBERS

Clubhouse: 972-529-6779Golf Shop: 972-529-2770

Tennis Shop: 972-529-2775Fax: 972-529-2475

2604 Country Club DriveMcKinney, Texas 75070

2009 Board of GovernorsBob Philo

2009 Board of President Marilyn Todd

Buck ClementsKaren WilliamsonTroy Williamson

Val ScottLisa Baird

Terry ButlerEva Bazan

Dorrie O’MaraRon WagnerCindy Sander

2009 AMBASSDADORS’ CLUBBarbara & Ron Wagner

2009 Ambassador Club Co-ChairsDanny & Sara Bernal

Bryan & Christy BickerstaffDonell & Hal Carey

Michelle & Tom CurrierBarb & Fred EverettTodd & Wendy Hall

Jessica & Jon HooverCarol & Dennis McHaleJohn & Treva Ottendorf

Bob & Carolyn PhiloJack & Jeanenne PivinLaura & Greg Trant

Charisse & Randy TrueloveKaren & Troy Williamson

DEPARTMENT HEAD STAFFDonny Darville, General Manager

[email protected] Story, Membership Director

[email protected] Scott McClinton, Head Golf Pro

[email protected] Romine, Club Controller

[email protected] Gregory, Member Relations

[email protected] McKee, Director of Tennis

[email protected] Taylor, F&B Director

[email protected]

Tracy Richards, Catering [email protected]

Call The Sports Grill:972-529-6779

ext. 213

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