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Thursday, Nov 21, 2024
 5:30 pm  The Autumn Classic Pairings Dinner
Friday, Nov 22, 2024
 9:00 am  The Autumn Classic Tournament (Online Signup Closed) Please call Golf Shop 760-346-8083
 1:00 pm  Off Season Hand & Foot
 5:30 pm  Pizza & Pasta in The Grille
Saturday, Nov 23, 2024
 5:30 pm  Pizza & Pasta in The Grille
Monday, Nov 25, 2024
 12:15 pm  Ladies' 9-Hole Golf
Tuesday, Nov 26, 2024
 8:30 am  Cycling with Carol Lynn
 5:00 pm  Thanksgiving Bingo and Dinner
Wednesday, Nov 27, 2024
 9:00 am  Choose Up/Open Shotgun
 10:45 am  Putters
 3:00 pm  Advanced Tennis
Thursday, Nov 28, 2024
 4:30 pm  Thanksgiving Buffet
Friday, Nov 29, 2024
 9:00 am  Fitness Hike
 1:00 pm  Off Season Hand & Foot
 5:30 pm  Pizza & Pasta in The Grille
 8:00 pm  Karaoke After Dark
Saturday, Nov 30, 2024
 9:00 am  Fall Live Ball
 9:00 am  Breakfast with Santa For All Ages
 5:30 pm  Pizza & Pasta in The Grille
Sunday, Dec 1, 2024
 9:00 am  Mixed Foursome
Tuesday, Dec 3, 2024
 8:30 am  Cycling with Carol Lynn
Wednesday, Dec 4, 2024
 10:45 am  Putters
 3:00 pm  Advanced Tennis
Friday, Dec 6, 2024
 1:00 pm  Off Season Hand & Foot
Saturday, Dec 7, 2024
 9:00 am  Choose Up/Open Shotgun
Tuesday, Dec 10, 2024
 8:30 am  Cycling with Carol Lynn
Wednesday, Dec 11, 2024
 9:00 am  Choose Up/Open Shotgun
 10:45 am  Putters
 3:00 pm  Advanced Tennis
Friday, Dec 13, 2024
 1:00 pm  Off Season Hand & Foot
Saturday, Dec 14, 2024
 9:00 am  Choose Up/Open Shotgun
Wednesday, Dec 18, 2024
 9:00 am  Choose Up/Open Shotgun
 10:45 am  Putters
 3:00 pm  Advanced Tennis
Friday, Dec 20, 2024
 President's Cup - LADIES'
 President's Cup - MEN'S DIVISION
 1:00 pm  Off Season Hand & Foot
Saturday, Dec 21, 2024
 9:00 am  Choose Up/Open Shotgun

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AROUND THE GYM

Sport & Fitness would like to take this opportunity to express our sincere gratitude to Amy Spittle for her invaluable contributions in promoting our department across various media platforms over the years. Her spell check proved invaluable and her patience, otherworldly. She will be missed.

This year, the shop at Sport & Fitness is excited to expand our fitness apparel collection by adding two exceptional brands: Vuori and Rhone. Joining our current lineup of Lululemon, NIKE, New Balance, Peter Millar Fitness, and Varley, these new additions offer the same high-quality, performance-driven style that our members love.

Last week, we introduced some exciting new members of our team. However, we neglected to mention that a few of them will officially begin with the opening of our new facility. Rene Reynoso, a talented massage therapist, will be joining us in January, along with our Esthetician, Jennifer Driskel. Additionally, due to current space restrictions at the hair salon, some of our new salon team members, like Katrina, will be rotating in and out until the new location is up and running.

Over the next six weeks, it may be beneficial to secure your spot with our Pilates instructor, Janet Renslow, who is highly regarded as one of the best in the valley. With the opening of our new Pilates and Gyrotonic space, demand for these sessions is expected to increase, and spots may fill quickly. While our current setup isn't ideal, it's always wise to get on the schedule early.

Please see the link below for our updated services and pricing. A new brochure describing all of our new offerings we be released mid-December.

Lastly, we'd like to thank everyone for their valuable suggestions regarding new equipment for the gym and spa. We're excited to announce that we've decided to act on all of these recommendations and are exploring the possibility of renting Acrisure Arena to accommodate the new additions.


"WHEN WE'RE YOUNG, WE SNEAK OUT OF OUR HOUSE TO GO TO PARTIES.

 WHEN WERE OLD WE SNEAK OUT OF PARTIES TO GO HOME."


See you tomorrow.

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Wade Miller
Director of Sport Courts


 

Hola Court Sports aficionados,

We are back in full swing, and it is so good to seeing you all back on the courts. Our first week of activities has been spectacular with constant play in all our Court Sports and many of you getting back to your lessons to keep improving your game.

Thanksgiving is around the corner, and I want to encourage you to help your family and guests to have a fantastic experience while they are at Eldorado. I want to kindly remind you on the importance to utilize court sports shoes only (non-marking outsole) while playing Tennis, Pickleball, or POP Tennis. This will allow us all to play our favorite sports and have a fantastic time while participating in our mixers, clinics, and open plays.

Lastly, we have our Fall Live Ball coming up on November 30th, 2024, and I would love to have you all participate in this fast-paced game that is the best mix of cardio with fun. Details below this email on how to sign-up and time of the event.

I am looking forward to seeing you at the courts, and please don't hesitate in contacting me if you have any questions.

See you on the courts,

Borja.




 Tournament Results and Upcoming Events 

Dear [USER_TITLE]  [USER_LASTNAME],
 
The 2024 Fall Ball Homecoming is officially in the books! The field was divided into 8 flights competing for a spot in Sunday's Champagne Shootout. 10 teams advanced to the shootout and played #14 and #18 to determine the tournament champions. Congratulations to this year's Fall Ball Champions Ken Horacek and Pat Ryan, (pictured above.)

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Thank you to all the Ladies who participated in the November 13, "Mad for Plaid" Party Day Highland Skills event on the driving range. 

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A special reminder: Please stay out of the construction area. Tours are available at 3:00 PM on Thursdays. To sign up for a tour, please contact Tawny Musashi at [email protected] or Member Services. Additionally, the parking lot between the construction area and the Clubhouse driveway is not a cut-through. If you need to get to East Eldorado, please use the main road.

We are pleased to announce the revival of the Eldorado Caddy Program! With just 48-hours notice, we can arrange a caddy for your round of golf. The base fee is $220. If you and your foursome are interested, please contact Scott Kunde at (760) 346-8082.

Our Ladies' Member-Member/Member-Guest is November 20, with the theme of "New Beginnings." Play begins at 9:00 AM, with a breakfast buffet outside the Golf Shop at 8:00 AM. Lunch will follow the round.

We still have spots available for the Men's Member-Member Autumn Classic tournament, which will be held from November 22nd to 23rd. Cocktails and dinner will begin at 5:30 PM on Thursday, November 21st. Attire is jacket (no tie required). Dr. Craig Farnsworth will be our guest speaker at 6:00 PM, prior to dinner. Pari-mutuel betting will be available. Play will begin with a 9:00 AM shotgun start on both Friday and Saturday, followed by lunch after play. We will also have a Super Senior Division for teams with players aged 80 and above, and social members will have the opportunity to participate as well. If you do not have a partner and are interested in playing, please contact the Golf Shop.

For the Autumn Classic, we will be replacing the typical 15/25 rule, which allowed certain handicaps to move to the forward tees. Instead, we will combine players' ages with their white tee handicaps to determine eligibility for the forward tees. Please "click Here" to learn more. (link to special announcement page)



Registration is open for our first Mixed Foursome Couples Tournament on Sunday, December 1. This will be a 9:00 AM shotgun start, with lunch following play. Phone the golf shop, sign up online, or on the mobile app for the fastest way to reserve your place in the field. Guests are welcome to attend. 

Be sure to sign up for the 8th Annual President's Cup event. You can sign up online, through the mobile app, or inside the golf pro shop. The deadline for this Men's & Ladies' season-long match play tournament is December 20, 2024. Congratulations to our current champions, Peter Ziegler and Deborah Barkley.

Master PGA Teaching Professional Chris Foley is now on property until November 24. Please call the golf shop or stop by to reserve a lesson with Chris or any other member of the professional staff.

Until next time, 

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Zac Taylor, PGA
Director of Golf 

 Upcoming Clubhouse Events 

Greetings [USER_TITLE] [USER_LASTNAME],

A big thank you to everyone who joined us for a successful Homecoming Gala and the Distinguished Guest Speaker Dinner featuring Mary Kissel and Robert O'Brien. Photo galleries from both events are linked below. If you'd like a digital or printed copy of any photos, please reach out to Tawny Musashi.


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Tomorrow is the last day to place your Thanksgiving "To-Go" orders with Chae Collette at (760) 423-1538.

Pizzeria Eldorado returns to The Grille tand Saturday evening from 5:30 to 8:30 PM.

As we approach the Thanksgiving holiday, please share these important reminders with your visiting family and guests:

1.) Do not enter the Spa and Fitness Center construction site (for everyone's safety.)
2.) Adhere to the club's dress code policy while on property.

Thanksgiving Bingo on Tuesday, November 26, continues to grow in popularity. Prizes will include cash and a few fun items for the kiddos. Be sure to sign up in advance if you'd like to participate. This event begins at 5:00 PM. 

Don't forget to register for Breakfast with Santa and cookie decorating with Mrs. Claus for all ages on Saturday, November 30, at 9:00 AM. Professional photos will be available and festive holiday attire is encouraged.

Details for these and other upcoming events can be found below.

Until next time, I remain respectfully at your service.

 

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Mark Miller
General Manager 


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 Cottage Rental Procedures 
There are 54 Cottages at Eldorado, and all are owned by Eldorado members. Eldorado Country Club does not own nor rent any cottages. Cottage Services acts as the liaison between the Cottage owners and members and guests wishing to rent cottages.

Over the years, the number of Cottages available for rent has greatly diminished. Currently, there are only six cottages that are available to rent at various times throughout the season.
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 Nine Hole Golfers 
MONDAYS
12:15 PM clinic followed by 9-Holes of Golf at 12:50 PM  Sign up each week online, inside the Ladies' Locker Room or email [email protected].
 Weekly Pickleball Mixer 
FRIDAYS 3:00–5:00 PM Please register in advance with Sport & Fitness (760) 346-8084, a minimum of 3 players is required, with Borja being the 4th player, as needed.
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 Thanksgiving Dinner "To-Go" 
Big or small, let us do the cooking. Place your "To-Go" order by Nov. 22nd. Call Chae at (760) 423-1538, or e-mail [email protected]
 WAE - Team Play 
November 25 @ Tradition 8:30 AM
December 2 @ The Reserve 9:00 AM

December 9 @ Hideaway 8:30 AM
December 16 @ The Vintage 9:00 AM (take your own cart)

January 3 @ Eldorado (Host-No playday, volunteers needed)
January 6 @ Bighorn 9:00 AM
January 13 @ Toscana 9:00 AM
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 Thanksgiving BINGO! 
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 26
5:00 PM Start time. Come join us for some family fun and cash prizes! Includes Dinner following play. 
REGISTER ONLINE or with Member Services (760) 423-1512.
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 Thanksgiving Feast 
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 28
Reservations: 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. | Attire: Jacket and tie.
Please REGISTER ONLINE or contact Member Services at (760) 423-1512 for assistance.

 Ike's Karaoke After Dark 
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 29
Starting at 8:00 PM - Calling all Crooners and Spectators! No experience or reservations required.
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 Post Thanksgiving Fitness Hike 
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 29
9:00 AM Meet at Sport & Fitness to caravan to trailhead of Dead Indian Canyon - 3 miles | Moderate Hike
REGISTER ONLINE or with Sport & Fitness (760) 346-8084.
 Breakfast with Santa 
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 30
9:00 AM - For all ages, wear your festive holiday attire, take family photos with Santa, and decorate holiday cookies with Mrs. Clause! REGISTER ONLINE or with Member Services (760) 423-1512.

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 Fall Live Ball (Tennis) 
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 30
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM Come enjoy one of the most fun tennis games ever invented! Limited to 16 players.
REGISTER ONLINE, at Sport & Fitness or email [email protected].
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 The Eldorado Spirit (Fall 2024) 
INSIDE THIS ISSUE:
Employee Recognition
Sponsorship Guidelines
Welcome New Members
Upcoming Events and More

 


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 Ladies Putters 
WEDNESDAYS
PUTTERS SCHEDULE - Field is limited to 28 each week.
Sign up weekly online, in the Ladies' Locker Room, or email [email protected]

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 Employee Spotlight - Rosie Delestienne 
We are excited to share the newest edition of the Employee Spotlight!  On this page we will be presenting you with the 'back story' on a variety of our most treasured assets at Eldorado Country Club, our employees. This Employee Spotlight features Rosie Delestienne, Director of Cottage Services.
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 Mah Jongg - Mondays 
Mah Jongg is a game that originated in China during the Qing dynasty. It is commonly played by four players. Similar to the Western card game rummy, Mah Jongg is a game of skill, strategy, and calculation and involves a degree of chance. The game is played with a set of 144 tiles based on Chinese characters and symbols, although some regional variations may omit some tiles and/or add unique tiles. Contact Members Chris Becket or Jane Delanoy if you would like to join the fun.

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Mondays at 1:00 PM starting Jan. 2
 Rummikub - Tuesdays 
Rummikub is a rummy-like game that you play with tiles instead of cards. The game consists of tiles in 4 colors. Each color has 2 sets of tiles from 1-13, so it's similar to playing with 2 decks of cards. You also have 2 joker tiles. To win the game, play all your tiles before anyone else does by making sets of groups and runs.

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Tuesdays at 1:00 p.m. starting Jan. 3

 

 New Year's Eve Celebration 
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 31
Seating available starting at 6:00 PM - Includes Champagne Toast 
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 Fitness Training 

Whether it is training for cardiovascular health, weight loss, toning up or reconditioning from an injury, our professional trainers will provide the education and support you need. We will create the program that best meets your unique fitness needs and goals.

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The schedule for all Men's and Ladies' Bridge, Bridge Lessons, Mah Jongg, Onze, Rummikub,  Hand & Foot, Backgammon and more! Advance reservations for all events are required. Please book online or with Member Services (760) 423-1512.
 January Book Club 
MONDAY, JANUARY 13
5:00 PM (Presented by John Kelly)
Unsettled: What Climate Science Tells Us, What It Doesn't, and Why it Matters by Steven E. Koonin
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 December Mixed Foursome 
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 1
9:00 AM Shotgun - Shamble Format. Two Best Balls Gross/Net. Make your own foursome or ask the golf shop for assistance. Guests are welcome for the December event. Field is limited to 100 players. REGISTER ONLINE or with the Starter (760) 346-8082.
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 The 2025 President's Cup 
7th Annual Season-Long Match-Play Tournament
2023 Champions: Sara Northwood and Peter Ziegler. 100% Handicap, $30 per player - LADIES REGISTER ONLINE or MEN'S REGISTER ONLINE or inside the golf shop before December 20. First match must be played before February. 

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 Couple's and Men's Tournaments 
To enter a Couple's or Men's Tournament electronically, visit the Tournament Entry Forms page and please click on the name of the event. Once entered into the tournament, you will receive a confirmation e-mail from the starter. Please note: Most Couple's or Men's Tournaments will be accessible for online event registration 30 days prior to the date of the event
 February Book Club 
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 11 (New Date)
5:00 PM (Presented by Timm and Robin Reynolds)
Chasing Beauty: The Life of Isabella Stewart Gardner in Fact and Fiction by Natalie Dykstra AND
The Lioness of Boston by Emily Franklin
REGISTER ONLINE or with Member Services (760) 423-1512.

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 Book Club Presents Author Dave Karger 
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 18
5:30 PM No-Host Cocktails | 6:00 PM Presentation followed by dinner.  (Guests are welcome) 
Dave Karger is an American Author, award-winning journalist and film expert, serving an an Oscar's expert for NBC's TODAY.
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 Employee Spotlight - Terry Beardsley 
We are excited to share a new addition to our Eldorado website, featuring a 'back story' on a variety of our most treasured assets at Eldorado Country Club, our employees. Review the Employee Spotlight featuring our beloved Director of Golf, Terry Beardsley here.
 April Book Club 
MONDAY, APRIL 7
4:00 PM Special Time (Presented by Lucy McBain and Robin Reynolds)
West With Giraffes by Linda Rutledge
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 Employee Spotlight - Mark Rigano 
We are excited to share the Fall 2023 edition of the Employee Spotlight!  On this page we will be presenting you with the 'back story' on a variety of our most treasured assets at Eldorado Country Club, our employees. This Employee Spotlight features Mark Rigano, Executive Chef. 
 Recordings of the Cooking Demos with Chef Mark Rigano 
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 Employee Spotlight - Jenny Mancilla 
We are excited to share the Spring 2023 edition of the Employee Spotlight!  On this page we will be presenting you with the 'back story' on a variety of our most treasured assets at Eldorado Country Club, our employees. The second Employee Spotlight features Jenny Mancilla, from Food & Beverage.
 Holiday Wine Specials 
Tis the Season to Enjoy Holiday Wine (and Tequila) Specials. Please contact Francisco at (760) 423-1537 or email [email protected] for questions, or to place an order.
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 Dress Code Reminder 
Eldorado Casual - Slacks, collared shirts, mock turtleneck shirts, and sweaters are acceptable for men and boys. Shirts are to be tucked in at all times. Skirts, slacks, sweaters and blouses are acceptable for ladies.

Eldorado Formal - Slacks, collared shirts, jackets are required, ties preferred for men. Dresses, slacks, skirts, blouses, sweaters, and jackets are acceptable for women.
 2021 Oscar Video Retrospective 
A 10-Year Anniversary Oscar Video Retrospective was made in 2021 to commemorate this important fundraising event for the Eldorado Employee Scholarship Fund. To view the video, please click on the following link.


 FORE Magazine Fall 2018 
The Gilded One: Eldorado CC
By Tom Mackin

NOT MANY COUNTRY CLUBS can boast of hosting a Ryder Cup, having multiple U.S. presidents as honorary members...

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 1957 
Despite his name, Farmer Page was not a grower but a gambler who owned the Pioneer Club in Las Vegas. In a poker game, had won the deed to a 792-acre fruit-growing ranch in a sheltered cove in Indian Wells, which would become Eldorado Country Club.
 1958 
Bob McCulloch (right) used his putter to point out the future clubhouse to Eldorado's first manager Bill Daugherty. The clubhouse would be designed by William F. Cody a popular designer of homes in the Coachella Valley.
 1959 
For the Ryder Cup Matches, Eldorado's ninth and eighteenth holes were switched. Eight days of fun could be had for only $100, including playing in the pro-member event. The American Team captained by Sam Snead won against the British Team, 8.5 to 3.5.
 1961 
When Eisenhower left the White House after his two terms, he accepted an invitation to spend winters at Eldorado and become an honorary member of the Club but requested to be called "General" and not Mr. President" in his retirement.
 1963 
Jack Nicklaus and Arnold Palmer at the 1963 Classic at Eldorado. Palmer won the (Desert) Classic a record five times. Around that same time, tournament organizers had become interested in raising money to build an emergency medical facility.
 1967 
Ike and California Governor Ronald Reagan at the groundbreaking for Eisenhower Medical Center, a beneficiary of generous donations and efforts by Eldorado members and notable others including Bob Hope.
 1989 
Reagan, who was the 6th American president to visit Eldorado, was the third to become an honorary member of the Club. On their regular visits to the Club, the Reagan's often greeted the staff as well as the members.
 1998 
By the mid-1990s, the attendance and enthusiasm for the Club's tennis events reached "the highest level in years." The new $4-million fitness center, pool and tennis facility provided newly popular workouts including a cardiovascular room, a weight room, yoga classes and more.
 2003 
Tom Fazio demolished the course in order to rebuild it completely. He changed the configuration of the holes at Eldorado, widened the tee areas, improved the greens (their sizes, bunker designs, and locations), and added extensive water features and landscaping.
 2017 
Around the Club's 60th Anniversary, a new casual dining venue opened. It was appropriately named IKE'S, after President Dwight D. Eisenhower's casual nickname. The venue was 100% paid for by anonymous member donations, highlighting the true spirit of it's Eldorado members.
 2022 
Membership is by invitation only and is not tied to real estate in any way whatsoever. Initially, people gain access to the grounds because they know a member and are invited as a guest. Several visits later, there's a good chance they too will fall under Eldorado's spell.