Established 1987
Meetthe Staff:
Hours of OperationRotisserie Grille
LunchMonday - Friday, 11:30am - 2:00pm
DinnerThursday & Friday, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Rotisserie LoungeMonday & Tuesday, 4:00pm - 10:00pmWednesday - Friday, 4:00pm - 11:00pm
Courtside CaféComplimentary Breakfast
Monday - Friday, 6:30am - 9:00am
Luncheon BuffetMonday - Friday, 11:30am - 2:00pm
AthleticsMonday - Friday, 5:00am - 9:00pm
Saturday & Sunday, 8:00am - 5:00pm
Ravinia SpaTuesday - Friday, 10:00am - 7:00pm
Saturday, 9:00am - 4:00pm
Ravinia ChildcareMonday - Friday, 9:00am - 1:30pmMonday - Friday, 4:00pm - 8:00pm
Saturday, 8:00am - 1:00pm
$4.00 per child per hour
JUNE EMPLOYEES OF
THE MONTH
SABAS HERNANDEZ,ROLANDA CULPEPPER
JULY EMPLOYEES OF
THE MONTH
FRAN FOSTER, KENNY ROBINSON
JUNE EMPLOYEES OF
THE MONTH
SABAS HERNANDEZ,ROLANDA CULPEPPER
JULY EMPLOYEES OF
THE MONTH
FRAN FOSTER, KENNY ROBINSON
Steve Franke, General Manager, [email protected] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 770 395-5181Rhonda VanSchepen, Membership Director, [email protected] . 770 395-5148Ginny Mattox, Member Relations Director, [email protected] . . . . . . 770 395-5167Charles Tantum, Club Accountant, [email protected] . . . . . . . . . . . . 770 392-7304Laura Potts, Catering Director, [email protected] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 770 392-7328Paul Lewis, Athletic/Wellness Director, [email protected] . . . . . . . . . . . . 770 395-5196Natlee Spence, Service Director, [email protected] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 770 392-7308Marcy Betz, Spa Director, [email protected] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 770 392-7333Eric DaRin, Executive Chef, [email protected] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 770 392-7302Greg Hazard, Maintenance Director, [email protected] . . . . . . . . . . . . 770 395-5158Bryan Felker, Dining Room Manager, [email protected] . . . . . . . . . . . 770 392-7316
Athletic Desk 770 392-7301 • Receptionist 770 392-7300Reservation Line 770 392-7315 • Spa at Ravinia 770 392-7333
NEW MEMBER ORIENTATIONSNew Members or any Members who have not attended a New Member Orientation, please join us onone of the following dates to meet other New Members & learn more about the benefits of yourMembership: September 5, September 18, October 3 or October 17 at 8:00 am or 6:00 pm. Pleasecontact Ginny Mattox to schedule your orientation at 770-395-5167.
MEMBERSHIP CENTRALThe Ravinia Club and Spa is having a wonderful year so far for membership. We have had a net gain indues and in Members. Thank you to all that have sponsored a new Member, referred someone to theClub and, of course, been so welcoming to all the new Members. Remember, if you have an interestedguest or associate, please do not hesitate to contact me. I can send you information to forward or contactyour guest directly.
In the hopes of updating our membership records, we have sent out an email requesting updatedinformation. Please check your email box or watch for my next email request with a simple form tocomplete and email back as an attachment. It will only take a few minutes of your time. If you did notreceive the email, please stop by the Athletics Desk where the update form is available or email me [email protected] to request the form.
We sincerely thank you in advance for your cooperation. Rhonda VanSchepen, Membership Director
ATLANTA SOCIETYIn celebration of ClubCorp’s 50th Anniversary, the Atlanta Society invites you to addthe Society benefit to your present membership without the customary upgrade fee.The benefits are phenomenal, and the monthly dues are nominal!• 16 semi-private, and private clubs • VIP seating for local theatre, concert • Dining opportunities, swimming, tennis, and sporting events to include the Masters
and events for the entire family in Augusta and the Tour Championship at East Lake• Exclusive escorted travel packages • Georgia Aquarium and Zoo Atlanta Tickets
Monthly Society Select privileges offering a cart-fee round of golf with a full paying guest, AND tofurther celebrate the 50th Anniversary, a “two for one” entrée with a full paying Guest at each of theparticipating Clubs through 2007!
Welcome to Society Life…. It just keeps getting better! Call Ginny Mattox, 770-395-5167, MemberRelations Director, and start enjoying today the many benefits Society has to offer. The $500.00upgrade fee will be required beginning October 1.
Mrs. Heather & Alexander BalsleyMr. William Behn
Mr. David ChenaultMr. W. Dan & Edith CookMr. Greg & Kathy D'Abate
Mr. Robert & Christine DaRinMr. Richard & Janet DeCoster
Mr. James DegensteinMr. Israel & Rita del Rio
Mr. Edmund & Lecrisha HahnMr. Bill Hammons
Mr. Matthew & Michelle HickMr. Richard D. Hunter
Mr. William KlennerMr. Frederick E. Knauss
Mr. Kevin & Joye KowalskiMs. Aarti Lalwani
Mrs. Ilana & Amnon LifshitzMr. Jason Lunsford
Miss Lakeesha MartinMr. Bruce &
Mysty McLellandMr. John & Sloane Mills
Mrs. Connie & Dennis Nunnally
Mr. Nicholas & Alice PerrinsMr. Eric Shemwell
Mr. Kazuma Sonoda & Anna Galloway
Mrs. Radha Srinivasaratnam & Srini Ratnam
Ms. Rebecca Kirkland-Stephenson
Mr. Sharbol TanoryMr. Anthony &
Deanna TrombettaMr. Frederick & Jamila Tyson
Mr. Jim & Robin WheelerMs. Angela Williams
Mr. Chet & Angela Zalesky
JUNE JULY
Health, Fitness and Wellness for you and your Family
Ravinia Masters Swim ProgramOffering swimming training programs for all levels of swimmers and triathletes, thisprogram is complimentary for all Ravinia Members for the remainder of 2007 (exceptnominal fee for youth). Ravinia Masters Program is taught by swim coach and triathlete,Bill Hammons. Morning and afternoon schedules are available, 6 days per week.
Swim InstructionTotal Immersion’s foolproof approach to teaching can help any student (adult orchild) master a fluent, beautiful and economical style and brings results far fasterthan conventional methods. For further information contact Bill Hammons 678-575-6925.
Back to Health and Fitness After Summer VacationMake an appointment with Ravinia’s Health Coaches / Personal Trainers and make adifference in your lifestyle, waistline and energy levels with an individualized program,to promote your wellbeing. With diverse approaches to exercise, Paul Lewis, ScottHausler, Ron Read and Paul Wagner offer you their professionalism. Sign-up today!
How Healthy is your Nervous System?Your nervous system is responsible for controlling and regulating every function inyour body. The regulation of your heart rate, the transfer of oxygen to your lungs,and even how your body digests foods is controlled by your nervous system. Evenminor irritation to your nervous system will inhibit your body’s function.Thermography allows us to see the status of your nervous system function.
Ravinia’s Chiropractor, Dr. Daniel Bart, is offering complimentary thermographyscans ($100 value) for all Ravinia Club members. Call him to schedule yours today: Pinnacle Chiropractic, Daniel M. Bart, DC, 770-395-5179, or visitwww.PinnacleChiro.net.
“Recess”If you are over 50, enjoy the camaraderie of incredible group interaction, want to feelyounger and improve balance, agility, cardio respiratory activity, strength and overall health“Recess” is the answer, Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 10-11 am on the basketballcourt. Make a difference in your lives and become functionally younger this year.
Dr Jim WheelerA variety of health screenings are being integrated into the Ravinia Athletics/Wellnessprogram. Dr. Jim Wheeler and his staff will be offering optional screenings tocomplement the health and wellness programs already running at the Ravinia Club.Further information will be provided by our staff. For more information contact PaulLewis 770-395-5196.
ZumbaBe a part of the exercise craze that is taking America by storm and inspired by Latindance. It’s exciting dance aerobics, suitable for men, women and children. So joinIngrid 6pm-7pm every Wednesday. It’s a party!!!
Ravinia’s Fitness Development CompetitionJoin Paul Wagner every Friday afternoon and on Saturdays and challenge yourself andother members for a trophy as Ravinia’s Fitness Development champion. Suitable for allages, exercises will vary each week. The competition is both fun and challenging.
Celebrate Silverado Vineyards Silver AnniversaryPresented by Steven McKenzie, Wilson Daniels, LTD
Wednesday, September 127:00 PM Reception
7:30 Dinner$70.00 per person
$60.00 per person for Wine Society Members
Experience the expressive benchmarking winemaking style of richness, elegance, and age worthiness that areproduced in the Stags Leap District of Napa Valley for 25 years. Six-course gourmet dinner with complementing
wines. [G-1024] Reservations required. 770-392-7300. 24-hour cancellation policy in effect.
Menu
Jumbo Lump Crab NapoleonCantaloupe & Lime Salsa
Rainbow Micro-greensSauvignon Blanc, Miller Ranch
Cardamon Dusted Sable FishCarrot & Hazelnut SlawVanilla Bean Vinaigrette
Single Vineyard Chardonnary
Braised Veal ShankRoasted Russian Fingerling Potatoes
Dried Cherry GastriqueNapa Valley Merlot
Seared Breast of DuckBrioche CroutonSeared Foie Gras
Black Berry SauceNapa Valley Sangiovese
Costa Rican Coffee Crusted Elk ChopToasted Pecan & Caramel Risotto
Roasted Baby Zucchini with FlowersNapa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
Roasted Fruits in CabernetFigs, Bing Cherry, Apricots, White Peaches, Plums
Dark Chocolate SaucePistachio BrittleSolo Cabernet
In the Kitchen With Eric…Chef ’s Cooking Class
Wednesday, October 106:30 pm**
$ 25.00++ per person
Chef Eric goes “Back to Basics” with this popular Cooking Class. Basiccooking applications, proper knife skills, preparation of stocks, sauces anddressings as well as various cooking methods will be reviewed. A light meal willbe prepared by participants and enjoyed at the end of class.
**Please note that the class will start promptly at 6:30 pm. Limited to 12persons, reservations must be made early. Childcare will be extended to 9 pm.
Thursday, September 27 Wines and Cheeses
Thursday, October 25Spanish Wines
7:00 – 9:00 pm$25++ per person/Complimentary
for Wine Society Members
September’s and October’s Tastings offer a newtwist to Ravinia Club’s Monthly Tastings. InSeptember, cheeses will be paired with the wines,and participants will be educated on both. TheSpanish Wine theme in October is a new themefor the Wine Society this year.
Don’t miss these unique opportunities to taste aplethora of wines, gain further education,socialize, meet fellow Members, enjoycomplementing hors d’oeuvres, and buy wines atgreat value. Each tasting will feature 20-30 winesranging in price from $10 - $100 with at leastfour experts in the field available to share theirknowledge. These are fantastic chances to samplewines before buying. Reservations, 770-392-7300. Childcare is extended until 9 pm.
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The tradition continues everyFriday evening!
Join us in the Rotisserie Lounge for an endless array of food andClub brand drinks from 5:30-7:30 pm. A great way to begin theweekend with friends, coworkers and fellow Members! Only $10for Members and $15 for Guests, all-inclusive.
A Ravinia Member Tradition
“Super” TGIFs September 28 • October 26
These Fridays will feature special entertainment that will begin at 7 pm.TGIF will be extended from 5:30 – 8:00 pm. $15 for Members and$20 for Guests, all-inclusive.
HONORING NEW MEMBERS September 28All new 2007 Members will be honored at this Super TGIF. Music willbe provided until 10 pm.
HALLOWEEN TGIF October 26Come in costume and party with your Ravinia friends and guests. We’llhave ghostly hors d’oeuvres and drink and music for dancing. Prizes will beawarded for the most creative costumes. Music will continue until 10 pm.
The format remains the same, but we’ll add a Texas Hold ‘Em table andDealer Wade in the Governor’s Lounge. He’ll deal from 6 – 9 pm, andanyone and everyone can come “in and out” and learn the game orpractice their skills.
Tournament on November 2: Members have had great fun at theTexas Hold ‘Em table each month, and a ladder with scores has beenkept. September and October will offer the last chance to sharpenskills and get ready for the “real thing.” A Texas Hold ‘Em Tournamentwill be held in conjunction with TGIF on Friday, November 2.
Texas Hold ‘Em TGIFs
September 14 • October 5
Tuesday, October 166:00 pm Buffet and drinks by signature
7:00 pm Coffee and a Movie$15.00++ per person
Enjoy visiting “with the girls” followed by “kicking back” and watching the award-winning and critically acclaimed movie, The Namesake. The son of Indianimmigrants, Gogol (Kal Penn) wants to be a thoroughly modern American man,but he finds that his wishes are at odds with the traditional life his parents (IrfanKhan, Tabu) wish he would live. The movie spans two generations, two clashingcultures, and two very different ways of life that crash into each other only tobecome lovingly intertwined. Reservations, 770-392-7300.
Thursday, October 4 • 5:30 – 7:30 pm$15++ per adult / complimentary for children with paying adult
Bring the family and enjoy a family-friendly buffet! There will be simple Athletics competitions for the family.
MEMBER BARTENDER FOR CHARITYMEMBER BARTENDER FOR CHARITYContinues...
Benefiting the children of Mustard Seed Communities
Thursday, September 20 • 5:30 – 8:00 pm
Hosted by Soren Ludwig and LaurenthiaMesh, the evening’s proceeds will benefitchildren in Jamaica through Mustard SeedCommunities. The organization buildsschools, teaches and cares for handicapped andabandoned children. The evening’s auctionitems will be plentiful. Cash bar for Guests.
September 18 • 6:00 – 8:00 pm • $20++ per person
Bring your business associates, neighbors and friends and join us in the RaviniaGardens (weather permitting) for an evening of cigars, cocktails and hors d'oeuvres.Premium cigars will be offered for tasting, and Sondra Hankamer, owner of the AshCigar Company, will discuss cigar etiquette and accessories. Complimentary horsd’oeuvres Drinks are available by signature. Reservations are required, 770-392-7300.
Ravinia’s Book Club September 25 • 6:15 pm
This group meets monthly and is open to all Members. Outrage by Dick Morris and The Tin Roof Blowdown by James Lee Burke will be discussed at the September meeting. For further information contact Steve Newfield at
Thursday, October 4 Bridge Mill Golf Club (Canton)Thursday, November 1 Country Club of the South
Calling all golfers! Mark your calendar. The cost for each outing will be $60(all inclusive) per person. Tee-times will begin early afternoon. Call Ginny at770-395-5167 or email [email protected] to reserve a spot or tobe added to the 19th Hole distribution list.
GGEEOORRGGIIAA LLEEAADDSS GGRROOUUPP Meets every Thursday morning at 7:30 am
Ravinia Members are invited to join this weekly networking group. GeorgiaLeads is a business designed to increase your business success. Its weeklymeetings are created as non-competive enivornments where entrepentuers andsales people get together to exchange business leads with each other. For moreinformation, Ginny Mattox, 770-395-5167.
As the heat of Summer leaves the city and Fallis in the air, the time has come to plan yourannual Holiday Party.
There are several dates still available for largeraffairs. Please contact Laura Potts in theCatering Office (770-392-7328) [email protected] to inquire aboutavailablity.
First Annual “Share the Affair” Holiday Bash $58.00 ++ • Wednesday, December 12For smaller companies and associations, the Ravinia Club is offering a uniqueopportunity this year as we present the First Annual "Share the Affair" Holiday Bash.
On Wednesday, December 12th from 7 pm - 11pm, we will throw a HUGE HolidayBash. Join in the Holiday festivities with other smaller groups or companies to shareall the trimmings of a perfect Holiday Party.
The evening will include Entertainment, elaborate Buffet Stations, a Grand SeafoodDisplay, a Chocolate Room full of decadent desserts and a Deluxe Full Bar.
Admission to the festivities includes 2 drink tickets. Cash Bar is available for thosewishing to purchase additional drink tickets at $6 each.
For further information and priority seating, please contact Laura Potts @ 770-392-7328or by email [email protected]. Reservations are required by December 3rd.
The Catering Department would like to recognize the Dunwoody Sunset Rotary, TheDunwoody Rotary and the North DeKalb Rotary Clubs for their continued supportand to wish them well in all of their charitable endeavors. For those interested infurther information about these clubs and their weekly meetings here at the RaviniaClub, contact the Catering Office.
HOURS OF OPERATIONTuesday-Friday 10 AM - 7 PM
Saturday 9 AM - 4 PM
Sunday & Monday - Massage by appointment onlyMonday – Wednesday - Laser Hair Removal 1-8 pm
770.392.7333
It's a boy! Congratulations to Spa Director, Marcy Betz, and Damien on the birth oftheir son, Macallan James Stento, born Tuesday, August 7 and weighing 6 lb.7oz. DuringMarcy's maternity leave, Kerri Hicks will be the Acting Spa Director and can be reached at770-392-7333 or [email protected].
SKINCARE SPECIALS
September Feature: September is the perfect time to exfoliate your skin from the sun exposureof summer…Microdermabrasion with our new Skinceuticals B-5 hydrating mask is the perfectsolution. Microdermabrasion removes the outer layer of dry, dead skin cells. It whisks awayyears of dull build-up and reveals a more beautiful you!
In September, schedule a microdermabrasion service and receive a 10% discount. In addition,receive a 20% discount on your purchase of the Skinceutical B-5 Mask. AllMicrodermabrasion services include a full facial!
October Feature: Receive 20% off a pumpkin peel facial. This facial contains powerfulenzymes and antioxidants that act like alpha-hydroxy acids to rid skin of dry, dead cells. Italso promotes smoother, younger looking skin by increasing the rate of cell turnover.
NAIL CARE SPECIALS
We are excited to have Jennifer Little as the Spa’s full-time licensed nail technician. Jennifer isnow available Tuesday-Saturday by appointment.
September Feature: Mandarin Manicure and Pedicure This botanically based formula will exfoliate and slough off dead hand and feet skin and leaveskin soft, silky and infused with the rich aroma of mandarin oranges.
October Feature: Pumpkin Manicure and PedicureThis is a powerful anti-oxidant and fruit acid enzyme treatment for the skin on your handsand feet. Natural pumpkin offers more than 100 beneficial components!
BEAUTE PACIFIQUEThe Spa is delighted to offer Members one of the finest skin care product lines on the market
– Beauté Pacifique. These products are effective cosmeceuticals backed by biomedicalengineering and dermatology. Stop in the Spa to learn more about this exciting product line.
LASER WORKS ATLANTA…END OF SUMMER FEATURE
• Laser Specials – 10% off any laser service or series of treatments
All services are provided by Registered Nurse, Martha Hense. Martha is available on Monday,Tuesday and Wednesday from 1-8 pm.
On Sundays or Mondays when the Spa is closed, appointments may be booked by calling the Athletics Desk at 770-392-7301
U P C O M I N G E V E N T STexas Hold ‘Em Tournament – November 2
Wine Tasting – November 29 (Champagne and Dessert Wines)
Annual Member Holiday Reception – Tuesday, November 27
Fall Fashions and Luncheon featuring Brina Beads and Range – November 1
Thanksgiving Buffet – November 22
Santa Comes to the Ravinia Club - Sunday, December 2
Please visit the Club’s complete photo album at http://ravinia.smugmug.com/Compliments of our Member, Jack Graves.
Find your Member number in this Newsletter and win dinner for 2 in the Rotisserie Grille.
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