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ladies’ opening day – Tuesday, May 3rd LADIES’ OPENING DAY MENU 11:30 am: Light Snack before tee-off in the Great Hall Coffee/Tea & Ice Water Platters of Assorted Mini Croissant Sandwiches & Cocktail Sandwiches (tuna, egg salad, ham & cheese, grilled veg & goat cheese) Fresh Fruit Platter (Bite Size)

SCHEDULE OF THE DAY’S EVENTS: 1:00 pm: Shotgun Tee-Off 11:30 am: Registration 1:00 pm: Shotgun Start 6:30 pm: Dinner (Golf Attire)

EVENT PRICE PACKAGES: Golf & Dinner: $80 (Includes – refreshments on the course, hors d’oeuvres, raffles and prizes) Golf Only: $25 (Includes – entry fee, refreshments on course and prizes) Dinner Only: $60

Beverages on the course Pop/Juice/Water 5:30 pm: Cocktails & Hors D’oeuvres in the Great Hall & Great Hall Terrace Passed Hors D’oeuvres as guests arrive off the course. 6:30 pm: Sit Down Dinner in the Main Dining Room Warm Artisan Breads Thai Sweet Potato Veloute Finished with Fresh Ginger Crema

HOW TO ENTER: Please complete the entry form at www.hgcc.ca. Entries will be accepted in the Pro Shop in person, by mail, e-mail at [email protected] (Justin Kudrasovs) or by fax at (905) 648-8024 Please note entries will not be accepted by phone or in the office. Entries Close on April 29th, 2016.

Seared Organic Scottish Salmon Filet Grilled Local Asparagus Salsa, Roasted Fingerling Potatoes, Spring Vegetables Dessert Trio Vanilla Crème Brulee, Mini Lemon Tart, Balsamic Infused Berries Served Coffee/Tea

hgcc Tee access

upcoMing evenTs MAY 3 Ladies’ Opening Day

MAY 7 Men’s Spring Scramble

MAY 10 Men’s League Draft Night

MAY 14 Men’s Opening Day The Board of Directors have approved the following changes on access to the tee based on membership categories on a trial basis for the 2016 season. The goal of making these changes is to improve access to the tee and take advantage of open times as well address the demand of the tees at other times. The Pro Shop will be tracking tee time usage throughout the season which the Golf Operations Committee will review and make recommendations to the Board of Directors. Any questions relating to this can be directed to GM/COO Peter Holt at [email protected]

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Female Members - 18 holes would be reserved for Ladies play on Tuesday mornings from 8 am until demand for the tee by the Ladies for each day is fulfilled. Membership will be notified weekly to when the tee will be available. Men’s League - From 2 pm to 6 pm on

CONGRATULATIONS! HGCC Junior member Nick Hofland signed his NLI to play men’s golf this fall for Bowling Green State University, in Bowling Green, Ohio. BGSU play their NCAA D1 Men’s Golf in the MAC Conference against fellow competitors such as Kent State, Eastern Michigan, Northern Illinois, Ball State to name a few.   Congratulations Nick and all the best with the future.

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Tuesday afternoons, the Men’s League would be given priority to the tee for all 27 holes. Individual men would be fit into the Men’s League draw where possible. Restricted Members - Will be able to access the tee following the ladies up to 2 pm. Junior Members - will be able to access the tee following the ladies up to 1 pm.

WEEKEND AND HOLIDAY TEE ACCESS: • •

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Intermediates - Will have access to the tee at 9 am, current restriction is 9:30 am. Restricted Male - Will have access to the tee at 9:30 am and will be given priority to the tee from 9:30 am Restricted Ladies - Will have access to the tee at 10:30 am, current restriction is 11 am. Unrestricted Members - Can now access the tee at 7am as of May 8th. Previously, this did not start until after the May long weekend.

MAY 19 The Early Years at Ancaster

MAY 21 Nicol Thompson Tournament

MAY 30 HSBC Corporate Event (All 27 holes)

JUNE 19 Father’s Day

JUNE 30 100 Year Anniversary Gala Dinner and Dance

ladies’ spring luncheon

By Ruth Sibma, Ladies’ Captain

We started our 2016 season with the Ladies’ Spring Luncheon on April 14th. It was wonderful to see 87 ladies come together after a long winter. Many new members were there and also dear friends we hadn’t seen in some time. A terrific lunch was prepared by Chef Joe followed by Bridge and Mah Jongg. It was a fun afternoon with more great get togethers to come.

ladies’ Mah jongg

You may be hearing the clicking of tiles and shouts of “Mahj!!” around the club house. at is the sound of over 30 HG&CC ladies who have learned to play American Mah Jongg. Many have been playing at their winter homes in Florida while those who have weathered winter here have enjoyed twice weekly games. Would you like to learn this challenging and addictive game? Five-week Introduction to Mah Jongg lessons will be available: • Mondays: 9:30 am to 12:00 pm beginning May 30 • Wednesdays: 9:30 am to 12:00 pm beginning May 11 Space is limited to 8 players for each class. Cost $15 covers the 2016 NMJL card and instruction. Contact Anita Mullen at  [email protected] for more information.

MoTher’s day

To make a reservation for any of our upcoming events, call reception at 905-648-4471 or email [email protected]

DECADENT BRUNCH BUFFET

MOTHER’S DAY DINNER BUFFET

Fresh Starts Freshly Baked Mini Danishes, Muffins & Croissants Organic Greens with Chef’s Array of Dressings Traditional Caesar Salad Baby Kale Salad Citrus Quinoa Salad Five Bean Salad Grilled Asparagus with Balsamic Drizzle Creamy Coleslaw Beet & Sweet Onion Salad with Apple Cider Vinaigrette

Freshly Baked Artisan Rolls and Butter ~~~ Organic Greens with Chef’s Array of Dressings Traditional Caesar Salad Baby Kale Salad Citrus Quinoa Salad Five Bean Salad Grilled Asparagus with Balsamic Drizzle Creamy Coleslaw Beet & Sweet Onion Salad with Apple Cider Vinaigrette

Rise ‘n’ Shine Eggs Benedict with Peameal Bacon Maple Smoked Bacon

Chilled Freshly Baked Artisan Breads Deli Style Platter of Assorted Meats and Cold Cuts Smoked Salmon served with Capers, Red Onion, Lemon, & Multigrain Crisps Selection of Locally produced Ontario Artisan Cheese Chilled Shrimp Cocktail

Chilled Freshly Baked Artisan Breads Deli Style Platter of Assorted Meats and Cold Cuts Smoked Salmon served with Capers, Red Onion, Lemon, & Multigrain Crisps Selection of Locally produced Ontario Artisan Cheese Chilled Shrimp Cocktail

Seared Atlantic salmon, Chardonnay Butter Sauce Roasted Garlic & Buttermilk Mashed Ricotta Cheese Tortellini with Marinara Sauce Seasonal Vegetables

LIVE! Bouillabaisse Station Scallops, Shrimp, Mussels, Leeks, Tomato, Garlic, White Wine , Saffron Broth ~~~ Slow Roasted Prime Rib with Au Jus ~~~ Seared Salmon Medallion with Grilled Fennel and Tomato Salsa Sour Cream Chive Potatoes Mash Seasonal Vegetables Ricotta Cheese Tortellini with Marinara Sauce

Finish Sweet Sliced Fresh Seasonal Fruit Chocolate Dipped Strawberries Selection of Cakes & Cheesecakes Decadent Dessert Squares, Decadent Cookies,

Desserts Fresh Seasonal Sliced Fruit Chocolate Dipped Strawberries Selection of Cakes & Cheesecakes Decadent Dessert Squares, Decadent Cookies,

Freshly Brewed Coffee & Decaffeinated Coffee Selection of Herbal Teas with Fresh Lemon, Honey, Cream & Milk

Freshly Brewed Coffee & Decaffeinated Coffee Selection of Herbal Teas with Fresh Lemon, Honey, Cream & Milk

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Hot Plates Carved Prime Rib with Au Jus

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junior golf

special junior MeMBership e Board recently approved an additional five “Special Junior” memberships to join the Club. e purpose of this is to strengthen our connection to the community and promote the game of golf by providing an opportunity for junior golfers in the Hamilton community, that do not have a family connection to Hamilton Golf and Country Club, to experience a junior membership. ELIGIBILITY: Junior aged members (13-18 or in school and under 25) that live in greater Hamilton area that demonstrate a passion for the game of golf, have contributed positively to the community and achieve high academic standards (83% or 3.0 GPA minimum). APPLICATION: Letter of intent and application to be completed that verifies the eligibility and demonstrates the commitment.

Full junior fees apply ($925 + taxes). No event restrictions, can play in the club championship. We are now accepting letters of intent for interested candidates. ose showing intent will be sent an application to complete. Letters must be received by May 9th to be considered. Should you know a deserving young person who will be interested in this opportunity, please have them forward a letter of intent to request a position as a special junior to:

TERM: 2 year term and they can re-apply. APPLICATION PROCESS: Application, interview process (2 board members, 2 members at large – interview with both the sponsor and parent), circularization and final Board approval.

Allison McMichael Membership and Communications Manager Hamilton Golf and Country Club 232 Golf Links Road, Ancaster, ON, L9G 2N5 or via email at [email protected]

junior lessons Click on the image to the left to download our 2016 Junior Golf Academy Lesson Program Booklet.