WHATTOEXPECTINTHISEDITION:
From the GM’s Desk
Member Referral Program
Dining Minimum Info
Social Games
Chef’s Corner
Upcoming Golf Events
Pro Shop News
Superintendent’s Update
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FROMTHEGM’SDESK
Dear Members,
With a warm albeit wet April behind us, the start to the 2026 season has been strong and exciting With course conditions in great shape and Club 22 now open for daily service, the season is off to a magnificent start
While the golf course is playing exceptionally well, the Agronomy Team continues to focus on cleanup efforts and projects that will further elevate the aesthetics of the course and grounds. You will also notice the Pond Beautification Project taking place on Hole #9, which is expected to be completed by the end of the week.
We are now a full month into utilizing our new systems, Whoosh and Lightspeed, and our team continues to gather valuable feedback from both members and staff. As we navigate these systems and continue refining how they best serve the membership and operations of MGC, we appreciate your continued patience and support.
Below are a few key updates and highlights as we look ahead to the summer months:
Golf Events
The season officially kicked off with our Opening Day Scramble on May 3rd Despite breezy and chilly conditions, the field of 68 players toughed it out and enjoyed a fantastic day Our first outing of the season also took place on May 15th with the 39th Annual Friends & Fathers Event Warm temperatures and breezy conditions made for a wonderful day, with over 100 players participating
There are plenty of exciting events still ahead, with registration opening 3–6 weeks in advance through Whoosh Be sure to register early and contact the Professional Staff with any questions
Food & Beverage Updates
With Club 22 officially open, we hope you have been enjoying the All-Day Menu along with Friday Night Dinner Service The Culinary and Service Teams have been hard at work introducing new menu selections while continuing to enhance the dining experience each and every day.
Mother’s Day Brunch was a tremendous success, with more than 200 members and guests enjoying the experience at Club 22 while celebrating all mothers. Be on the lookout for Saturday Prime Rib Dinner Service coming soon, along with holiday menu specials and additional offerings throughout the season.
Memorial Day weekend is upon us, and we invite you to join us as we honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving in the line of duty protecting and defending our freedom. We thank you.
Play well, dine well, and enjoy
Warm regards,
Rick Sutton, PGA
General Manager / Head Professional McHenry Golf Club
REFERRALPROGRAM
Share the McHenry Golf Club life!
Club life is simply better when shared with friends. Know someone who would feel right at home at MGC? Introduce them to the club, and when they join, you get rewarded!
⛳ Golf Membership
Refer a new Golf Member by June 30, 2026 - Enjoy a $500 McHenry Golf Club gift card
�� Social Membership
Refer a new Social Member by June 30, 2026 - Enjoy a $50 McHenry Golf Club gift card
Send us their name and contact info, and we’ll handle the rest. If they join by June 30, 2026, enjoy club credit on us. Club credits may be enjoyed in the Golf Shop or Club 22.
815-385-1086 Contact Us!
DININGMINIMUMINFO
As a courtesy to our members, we’re pleased to pro-rate the 2026 dining minimum requirement by $75 (Family) and $50 (Individual) for this season. Please note, the dining minimum may be applied toward food purchases only and has been retroactively tracking on your house account beginning April 2026.
At the close of the season, only remaining unspent portion of the dining minimum will be charged:
• Individual Memberships: $450 to be spent by 12/31/26
• Family Memberships: $675 to be spent by 12/31/26
Kindly note that we’re only able to track and honor purchases made through your house account.
Thank you for your continued membership and support we appreciate being part of your 2026 season.
If you have any Social Game requests or would like to participate in upcoming games mahjong, bridge, poker, euchre, canasta, or perhaps something new please contact Kathy Schultz directly at klmssx2@yahoo.com.
Kathy will be happy to assist with scheduling and coordination
Thank you!
First off, a big thank you from myself, Chef Lee, and Chef Jorge for all the amazing complements and feedback on the food! It really is the best part of the job to chat with everyone and hear about your awesome experiences so far.
We are very excited to roll out our first menu change coming up this week on Tuesday. We are tweaking a couple entrees, improving the flavor profiles of our flatbreads, and adding another home-made dessert. Come check it out!!
We are also hoping to launch our first formal Saturday night supper club dinner this week. Menu is in the works, we will have that out early this week. Make your reservations asap!
We look forward to seeing you soon!
John Argentari Executive Chef
UPCOMING GOLF EVENTS
Open Registrations
Memorial Day Classic
Irish 4-Ball
Evans Scholars Day Member-Member
MAY
May 22 - Taylormade Fitting Day
May 25 - Memorial Day Classic
May 29 - Callaway Fitting Day
May 29 - MCH Heat, Plumb, Excav.
Outing PM
Reg. Play Tee Times end at 10AM
May 31 – Cepulis Rd. 1 Deadline
JUNE
June 2 - XXIO Fitting Day
June 6 - Irish 4-Ball
June 8 - MCJGA Event
June 12 - Mizuno Fitting Day
June 19 - Evan’s Scholars Day
June 26 - Taylormade Fitting Day
June 27, 28 - Member / Member
June 28 – Cepulis Rd. 2 Deadline
Details Available
New Arrivals in the Shop: -NEW BRANDED BILLS! (leather patch restock, fitted hats, & more designs coming soon!)
-New Nexbelts (belts stamped with logo)
-New Memorial Day Collections from Donald Ross (men) and Puma (women)
Congratulations to the winners of the PGA Championship Squares Board!
Rd 1: MGC Team (3,7)
Rd 2: John Shugrue (4,5)
Rd 3: John Zink (6,7)
Rd 4: MGC Team (9,7)
Pro Shop Credit has been applied to each winner’s account!
Dear Members,
As we move into the golf season, this year the weather has taken its time to warm up. Soon the warm summer weather will be here. I want to take a moment to thank all of you for your continued support, patience, and enthusiasm throughout the many projects completed around the club this year Our team has been working hard to finish several important improvements designed to enhance both the appearance and playability of our facilities. In addition to the projects, our team has the golf course to maintain. Over the past month, we’ve focused on completing final details on course and grounds projects, including landscape enhancements, drainage improvements, irrigation adjustments, and ongoing turf recovery areas. These efforts are all part of our long-term commitment to providing the best possible experience for our members and guests
We’ve also taken advantage of favorable weather windows to complete seasonal maintenance projects that often go unnoticed but play a critical role in course conditions and overall property health. From bunker edging and tree work to equipment maintenance and turf preparation heading into the season, our staff has remained dedicated to keeping everything moving forward efficiently. I want to personally recognize the hard work of the maintenance team Their dedication, flexibility, and attention to detail continue to make a tremendous difference every day Many of these projects require long hours and careful coordination, and I’m proud of what our team has accomplished together.
As we finish up the remaining items on our project list, our focus will shift toward protecting the progress we’ve made and preparing the property for the months ahead. We are excited about the improvements already visible and confident they will continue to benefit the club well into the future
Thank you again for your continued support and for being part of our club community. We look forward to seeing everyone out enjoying the facilities.
Warm regards,
Ben Ludwig
Golf Course Superintendent
