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QUEEN OF CLUBS & RACE TO THE STEEPLECHASE C L O S I N G D A Y S , N O V E M B E R 8 & 9 T H

A N E V E N I N G T O C E L E B R A T E A L L H B C C C H A M P I O N S , N O V E M B E R 1 4 T H CHAMPIONS DINNER

T H A N K S G I V I N G D A Y S H O T G U N , 9 A M T H A N K S G I V I N G - T O - G O , O R D E R P I C K U P 1 0 : 3 0 A M T O 2 : 0 0 P M THANKSGIVING DAY AT HBCC

T H A N K S G I V I N G B U F F E T , 1 2 P M & 1 : 3 0 P M S E A T I N G S

CURRENT HOURS OF OPERATION

Club ANNOUNCEMENTS Updated Hours of Operation Beginning November 1st , the hours of operation for the Tennis & Swim Clubhouse will be as follows : Saturday - Thursday : 8 : 30am to 7 : 00pm ; Friday : 8 : 30am to 9 : 00pm Beginning November 7th , the hours of operation for Golf will be as follows : Golf Shop : 8 : 00am – 5 : 00pm Tee Times : 8 : 30am – 5 : 00pm Driving Range : 8 : 00am - 5 : 00pm Far Turn : 10 : 00am - 4 : 00pm Grandstand Tavern & Vantage Point Bar Closed for Private Events , November 4th The Grandstand Tavern will close at 4pm on Saturday , November 4th for a private event that evening . The Jockey Room will be available with the bar menu until 6pm . Also , the Vantage Point Bar at the Tennis & Swim Clubhouse will close at 4pm for a private party . Please join us the following day on Sunday , November 5th . We apologize for any inconvenience . Champions Dinner , November 14th Each year , Horseshoe Bend CC recognizes and celebrates its champions in golf , tennis , swim , and social tournaments ! Invitations for this prestigious event have been sent to all 2017 Champions . The Grandstand Tavern will close at 3pm on Tuesday , November 14th to accommodate this invitation only event . We apologize for any inconvenience , and we hope to see everyone in the Tavern on Wednesday night . We look forward to celebrating with you ! Thanksgiving Day Hours of Operation , November 23rd We are excited to host our members and their family and friends for our Thanksgiving Buffet and wish everyone a happy Thanksgiving and safe travels ! The Main Clubhouse will close at 3pm , after the Thanksgiving Buffet and reopen with regular hours on Friday . The Athletic Center will be open from 9 : 00 to 12 : 00pm ( weather permitting ) on Thanksgiving Day and will also reopen with regular hours on Friday . Interested in joining us on Thanksgiving ? Please call the Main Clubhouse to make a reservation at 770 - 992 - 2310 .

MAIN CLUBHOUSE Monday Clubhouse & Course Closed Tuesday 7:30am to 6:00pm Wednesday, Friday, Saturday

7:30am to 9:00pm Thursday & Sunday 7:30am to 8:00pm

TENNIS & SWIM CLUBHOUSE

Saturday through Thursday 8:30am to 7:00pm Friday 8:30am to 9:00pm

GOLF OPERATIONS

Golf Shop 8:00am to 5:00pm Driving Range 8:00am to 5:00pm Tee Times 8:30am to 5:00pm Far Turn 10:00am to 4:00pm

GRANDSTAND TAVERN Tuesday 11:00am to 4:00pm Wednesday, Friday, Saturday

11:00am to 9:00pm Thursday, Sunday 11:00am to 8:00pm

VANTAGE POINT BAR Friday Night Social 5:00pm to 9:30pm Additional Hours for ALTA

STAFF LISTING

Monthly FEATURES

JACQUELINE WELCH

General Manager

SAM WELCH Director of Agronomy

EVENTS AND ENTERTAINMENT >> P . 4

BLAKE HOLLAND Course Superintendent

WHAT ' S COOKIN '? P . 6 << FOOD & BEVERAGE FEATURES

ALAN PICKELL Head Golf Professional

THANKSGIVING BUFFET NOVEMBER 23RD >> P . 7

LUKE BURDEN Director of Athletics

A LITTLE BIRDIE TOLD ME P . 8 << GOLF NEWS

TOM COSTELLO Executive Chef

GAME . SET . MATCH . TENNIS NEWS >> P . 10

BIROL KOSE Restaurant Manager

KIDS KORNER P . 11 << YOUTH NEWS & EVENTS

LINDSAY YOST Events Manager

CHRISTINE LASPISA Membership & Marketing Manager

# SHARETHEFUN SOCIAL MEDIA NEWS >> P . 12

LYNN MOSS Accounting

BRUNCH WITH SANTA P . 13 << DECEMBER 16TH

EVA WOODS Administrative Manager

SAVE THE DATE MONTHLY CALENDARS >> P . 14

2100 STEEPLECHASE LANE ROSWELL , GEORGIA 30076

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TRIVIA ON THE TERRACE NOVEMBER 16TH

KIDS ' NIGHT OUT ! NOVEMBER 18TH Looking for some quality Mom and Dad time without the kids ? Sign the kids up for HBCC ’ s Kids ’ Night Out , then make an adult - only dinner reservation for the Grandstand Tavern ! Kids Night Out will be held at the Tennis and Swim Clubhouse on Saturday , November 18th from 5pm - 9pm . Lots of fun and activities are in store for kids ages 5 - 12 years old . Dinner will be provided . Reservations are a must for this popular event ! Price per child is $ 21 . 95 . Reservations can be made through the member portal on the HBCC website . Cancellations after 15th will be charged . Are you one of those people who remembers unusual facts ? Are you a history or Hollywood buff ? Do you know your sports stats inside and out ? Then you ’ ll love Trivia Nights on the Grandstand Terrace ! Join us on Thursday , November 16th for Family Theme Night and Trivia . Dinner will be available from 5pm to 8pm and Trivia from 6 : 30pm to 8 : 30pm . There is no additional cost to play . Reservations are recommended and can be made through the member portal of the website or by calling the Main Clubhouse at 770 - 992 - 2310 . SAVE THE DATES ! BRUNCH WITH SANTA & NEW YEARS EVE Mark your calendars for these upcoming Club events as seats are limited ! Reservations will open soon .

Lindsay Yost Events Manager, Horseshoe Bend CC

LIVE AT THE BEND NOVEMBER 3RD & 18TH The Grandstand Tavern will feature the musical talents of various local artists on Friday , November 3rd and Saturday , November 18th ! Music will play from 6pm until 9pm . Reservations are highly recommended and can be made through the member portal or by calling the Main Clubhouse at 770 - 992 - 2310 .

HBCC CHAMPIONS DINNER NOVEMBER 14TH

Each year , Horseshoe Bend CC recognizes and celebrates its champions in golf , tennis , swim , and social tournaments ! Invitations for this prestigious event will be sent this week to all 2017 Champions . The Grandstand Tavern will close at 3pm on Tuesday , November 14th to accommodate this invitation only event . We apologize for any inconvenience , and we hope to see everyone in the Tavern on Wednesday night . We look forward to celebrating with our champions !

Brunch with Santa , December 16th New Years Eve Party , December 31st

Welcome , New Members ! Mr . & Mrs . Jeff Davis - Corporate Golf

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Thanksgiving at Horseshoe Bend CC

Thanksgiving Buffet Menu SALAD STATION Array of baby greens with Assorted House Made Dressings Caesar Salad California Ambrosia Salad Vegetable Orzo Salad Poached Cold Water Shrimp with Cocktail Sauce

THANKSGIVING BUFFET NOVEMBER 23RD Don ’ t want to cook and clean ? Join us at Horseshoe Bend CC for the perfect ( and easy ) Thanksgiving Buffet ! Chef Tom and his team will prepare all your favorites with something sure to please everyone in the family . Seatings are available at 12 : 00pm and 1 : 30pm . Reservations are required . The price is $ 28 . 95 ++ for adults , $ 13 . 95 ++ for children 8 to 12 years , and $ 8 . 95 ++ for children 4 to 7 years . Children under 4 years are complimentary . Cancellations after Sunday , November 19th will be charged . Reservations can be made through the member portal or by calling the Main Clubhouse at 770 - 992 - 2310 . Click Here to make reservations for the Thanksgiving Buffet THANKSGIVING TO - GO ORDERS DUE BY NOVEMBER 16TH If you prefer your Thanksgiving feast in the comfort of your own home without the mess in the kitchen , HBCC is again offering " Thanksgiving - To - Go ." All orders must be placed by 3 : 00pm on Thursday , November 16th . Forms are available through the member portal or by clicking the link below . For more information or to place an order , email Eva Woods at reception @ horseshoebendcc . com or call the Main Clubhouse at 770 - 992 - 2310 . Click Here for the Thanksgiving To - Go Order Form

PANTRY STATION Freshly Baked Assorted Breakfast Breads Bagels , Croissants , Assorted Muffins Whipped Honey and Cinnamon Butter Strawberry Cream Cheese Seasonal Fresh Fruit

CHEF ' S CARVING STATION Southern Fried Tom Turkey Slow Roasted Prime Rib with Au Jus and Horseradish Cream HOT ITEMS STATION Cranberry Honey Glazed Salmon Sliced Roasted Tom Turkey with Brioche Stuffing and Pan Gravy Oven Roasted Pear & Craisin Stuffed Chicken Breast with

Balsamic Chicken Jus Sweet Potato Soufflé Pecan , Apple Cranberry Rice Pilaf Squash Casserole Steamed Layered Vegetable Medley Chicken Fingers Macaroni and Cheese

DESSERT STATION Pumpkin , Apple , and Pecan Pies Chef ’ s Chocolate Fondue with Berries , Fresh Fruit and Pound Cake Chocolate Bread Pudding with Bourbon Caramel Sauce Assortment of Holiday Cookies

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T om C o s t e l l o E x e c u t i v e Ch e f , Ho r s e s h o e B e n d CC

WHAT'S COOKIN'? RESERVATION REQUEST PROCEDURE In an effort to provide all members with the best possible dining experiences , we wish to remind you of the importance of reservations . While reservations for many events and dining are not required , we highly recommend them as it ensures an exceptional experience every time and provides great assistance in the planning and staffing required for each event . If you have any difficulties creating a reservation through the member portal , or if you have any questions , please call the Clubhouse at 770 - 992 - 2310 .

N O M A D I C portal of the website or by calling the Main Clubhouse at 770 - 992 - 2310 . Click Here to view the menu . | CHEF ' S TABLE NOVEMBER 30TH Prepare for a scrumptious meal created before your very eyes inside the heart of the Grandstand Kitchen ! Chef Tom will feature the finest offerings of fall on Thursday , November 30th from 6 : 30pm to 9 : 00pm . Enjoy lush , comforting flavors paired with amazing wines that are sure to delight your palate while interacting with the Chef as he cooks . Reservations are required as seats are limited , and cancellations after November 27th will be charged . The price for this event is $ 39 . 95 per person , with wine pairings an additional $ 21 . 95 . Reservations can be made through the member 2 4

T H U R S D A Y , N O V E M B E R 2 3 R D Thanksgiving Buffet

Seatings at 12pm & 1:30pm

Salad Bar and Pantry Station Chef’s Carving Station with Southern Fried Tom Turkey and Slow Roasted Prime Rib with      Au Jus and Horseradish Cream Cranberry Honey Glazed Salmon Oven Roasted Turkey with a Brioche Stuffing and Pan Gravy Oven Roasted Pear and Craisin Stuffed Chicken Breast with Balsamic Chicken Jus Seasonal Side Dishes Kids Station with Mac and Cheese Menu to Include:

Adult $28.95++ 8-12 years $13.95++ 4-7 years $8.95++ Under 4 years complimentary

and Chicken Tenders Chef’s Viennese Table

Reservations are required and can be made through the member portal of the website or by calling the Main Clubhouse at 770-992-2310. Seating requests cannot be guaranteed.  "++" Denotes the addition of tax and event service charge. Cancellations after November 19th will be charged.

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Alan Pickell, PGA Head Golf Professional, Horseshoe Bend CC

QUEEN OF CLUBS SHOOTOUT & LADIES CLOSING DAY NOVEMBER 8TH

GOLF SHOP AND DRIVING RANGE NOVEMBER HOURS

Golf Shop : 7 : 30am – 6 : 00pm Tee Times : 8 : 00am – 6 : 00pm Driving Range : 7 : 30am – 7 : 00pm ; Fridays 9 : 00 – 6 : 30pm Far Turn : 10 : 00am - 5 : 00pm

We invite all Ladies to join us for our final Queen of Clubs Qualifier of the 2017 season on November 8th . We will begin with a 9am shotgun start and meet on the Terrace for scoring after play . We will then calculate the top 8 ladies in the Year Long Points Race . The top 8 will then head back out to the golf course for the Final “ Shootout ”. After the “ Shootout ,” we will head back in for lunch and awards . The cost for this event is $ 40 per person and includes cart fee , lunch , and prizes . Click Here to sign up . Join us for the final Race for the Steeplechase Men ’ s Day of the 2017 season on Thursday , November 9th . We will begin with a 9am shotgun start and meet in the Jockey Room for scoring after play . We will then calculate the top 10 men in the Year Long Points Race . The top 10 will then head back out to the golf course for the Final “ Shootout ”. After the “ Shootout ,” we will head back in for lunch and awards . The cost for this event is $ 50 per person and includes cart fee , lunch , and prizes . Click Here to sign up . RACE TO THE STEEPLECHASE SHOOTOUT & MEN ' S CLOSING DAY NOVEMBER 9TH

Golf Shop Phone : 770 - 992 - 1818 Email : Golf @ horseshoebendcc . com

NORTH ATLANTA CHALLENGE CUP NOVEMBER 4 - 5TH

Horseshoe Bend CC will take on The Golf Club of Georgia in a two - day event utilizing both golf courses . On the first day , the HBCC team will play home here at Horseshoe Bend CC , and on the second day , the final matches will be held at The Golf Club of Georgia . Each day will begin with a 9am shotgun start with food and beer following play . The cost for this event is $ 100 per player . If more than 12

players sign up , we will have a drawing on November 1st . To register , please Click Here .

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TOUGH DAY TOURNAMENT NOVEMBER 11TH

Are you ready to test your game against our golf course on Tough Day ? Saturday , November 11th , we welcome you to take on the golf course at its toughest ! This year ’ s Tough Day event allows you to choose from three flights based on the tees you choose to play . Competitors can choose to play from the red , white , or our Tough Day tees . If you would like to play in this event , submit your tee time request in the lottery by Tuesday , November 7th ! Our One Day Member Guest tournament will offer lunch , available from 11 : 30 - 12 : 45pm , a 1 : 00pm shotgun , prizes , and drinks after play in the Jockey Room . The cost for this event is $ 130 for one member and one guest . You may invite up to 3 guests to play in the event with each additional guest costing an additional $ 65 . If you have not already signed up , hurry to reserve your spot ! You may sign up by clicking Here . MEN ' S ONE DAY MEMBER / GUEST NOVEMBER 15TH Plan to squeeze in a round of golf before enjoying your turkey ? Sign up for our Thanksgiving Day Shotgun ! The shotgun will begin at 9am , and we are asking that all carts be returned by 1 : 30pm . To register , please Click Here . The Golf Staff wishes you and your family a Happy Thanksgiving ! Happy Thanksgiving THANKSGIVING DAY SHOTGUN NOVEMBER 23RD

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Luke Burden Director of Athletics, Horseshoe Bend CC

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S P R I N G T E N N I S The season doesn ’ t begin until the middle of March , however we are already planning for the Spring season L E A G U E

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Saturday - Thursday : 8 : 30am to 7 : 00pm Friday : 8 : 30am to 9 : 00pm

We have had interest in putting the following additional teams in .

Tennis & Swim Phone : 770 - 810 - 0972 Email : tennis @ horseshoebendcc . com

Men ’ s AA level Men ’ s Low B / High C level Ladies C level

P R O G R A M S C H E D U L E Please Click Here to view our current Adult and Youth Tennis Program Schedules . For lesson

Also , if you are looking for a team for the Winter or Spring please let us know at tennis @ horseshoebendcc . com .

information , please contact us at tennis @ horseshoebendcc . com .

F R I D A Y S O C I A L Weather permitting , each Friday evening the Tennis & Swim Clubhouse holds a Friday Night Tennis Social . The night is open to players of all levels to come out and experience the award - winning facility . All players are certain to have a lot of fun ! The night begins upstairs in the bar between 6 : 30pm and 7pm with drinks by signature . At 7 : 30pm , the players head to the courts . To keep it fun , partners will be regularly mixed up allowing players to be as social or competitive as you like . Keep in mind , if you don ’ t play tennis , it doesn ’ t matter ! Give it a go or cheer the players on from the Vantage Point Bar ! All members are welcome . For more information please contact us at tennis @ horseshoebendcc . com or call 770 - 810 - 0972 . N I G H T

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C L A S S E S Y E A R S This is the perfect program to introduce your tot to tennis ! Designed to expose children to basic motor skills and coordination activities , the focus will be on teaching basic tennis skills in a fun and exciting program that will get them hooked on playing tennis and starting their tennis journey . Classes will take place on Thursday afternoons from 3 : 30pm to 4pm , and class sizes will be limited . The price is $ 10 per class . To register your child , please contact F O R A G E S 3 - 4

Director of Athletics , Luke Burden at lburden @ horseshoebendcc . com .

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KIDS KORNER Looking for some quality Mom and Dad time without the kids ? Sign the kids up for HBCC ’ s Kids ’ Night Out , then make an adult - only dinner reservation for the Grandstand Tavern ! Kids Night Out will be held at the Tennis and Swim Clubhouse on November 18th from 5pm - 9pm . Lots of fun and activities are in store for kids ages 5 - 12 years old . Dinner will be provided . Reservations are a must for this popular event ! Price per child is $ 21 . 95 . Reservations can be made through the member portal on the HBCC website . Cancellations after November 15th will be charged . I DS N I GHT OUT ! NOVEMBER 1 8TH

CHR I STMAS CAMP - S I GN UP TODAY !

DECEMBER 26 - 29TH

Are the kids going to be out of school , but you ’ re not quite ready for the New Year ? Bring them to camp while you complete your to - do list ! The campers will enjoy tennis , games , arts & crafts , and even s ’ mores by the fire pit . Make sure the kids don ’ t miss out ! The camp is open to kids ages 5 to 13 , and reservations are a must as space is limited . Camp hours are 9am to 4pm , with drop - off and pick - up at the Tennis & Swim Clubhouse . Price for the three - day camp is $ 180 or $ 70 for one day and lunches are included . Please contact Luke at youth @ horseshoebendcc . com to register your child .

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SOCIAL MEDIA NEWS

#SHARETHEFUN

Christine Laspisa Membership & Marketing Manager, Horseshoe Bend CC

CONNECT WITH THE APP Looking for the quickest way to discover all that ' s happening here at HBCC ? Download our app ! Golf , Tennis , Youth & Swim , Dining , and Club Events & Announcement blogs are all right at your fingertips without clicking through any emails or searching the website . Find links to reservations and registrations pages , too !

Ready to get started ? The one - time password once the app is downloaded is hbcc2013 .

One of the best ways to keep up with all the exciting news at HBCC is through our social media ? That ' s right ! We tweet , ' gram , and make it " Facebook official " as it happens . Follow Horseshoe Bend CC on all of your favorite social media sites , including Facebook , LinkedIn , Instagram , and Twitter !

You can find us by searching Horseshoe Bend Country Club ( Facebook , LinkedIn ), @ HorseshoeBendCC ( Twitter ), and Horseshoe _ Bend _ CC ( Instagram ). By the way , have you downloaded our app yet ? Grab it today free from the Apple iStore or Google Play Store ! Search and install " Horseshoe Bend CC " for easy access to event and dining reservations , tee times , tennis court reservations , and Club News .

Questions ? Email me at claspisa @ horseshoebendcc . com !

Brunch with Santa! Saturday, December 16TH Seatings at 11am and 1pm

Santa arrives at 10:30am! Don't forget your cameras!

Adults $23.95++ Kids 8-12 $11.95++ Kids 4-7 $8.95++ Under 4 yrs Free

Reservations are required and can be made through the member portal or by calling 770-992-2310.

"++" Denotes the addition of tax and event service charge. Cancellations after December 13th will be charged.

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