There is still a lot of great golf left for the season of 2017! We hope it's been a wonderful year of pars, birdies and eagles ... and hopefully a hole-in-one or two! Please enjoy our last newsletter of this year's golf season, as we get ready for all the great golf offerings in 2018. Our 2018 issue of GOLF NOW! Chicago, Chicagoland's Premier Golf Destination Guide will be ready and available at the Tinley Park Golf Expo, the Chicago Golf Show and the Michigan Golf Show - in February and March 2018! Also, stay tuned as our brand new user-friendly responsive website will be coming soon! Visit us at www.golfnowchicago.com for more information and to check us out!

The Illinois PGA Section recently announced its slate of Special Award winners for 2017 which includes the first female Professional of the Year winner, two winners from the same facility known for its outstanding player development programs, a head and assistant pro from the same north shore club and a professional honored for the third time in 14 years for his dedication to educational programs.
 

Fall golf is some of the most spectacular golf you can play before the snow flies. Weather is refreshing, tree colors are vibrant, crowded courses diminish and golf rates go down! If your summer has been busy and you've not had time to get away for a weekend of Michigan golf, now is the time to take advantage of great fall rates and fabulous golf! Five of our favorites are Whittaker Woods, Ravines, Quail Ridge, LYNX and Heritage Glen. Each of these courses are an easy drive for a day trip, or make a weekend out of it and play several with many local hotels nearby each of the courses. Also each of these facilities has great food and beverage offerings right in the clubhouse. So no need to travel far for your 19th Hole!
 

The LYNX GC, nestled along the scenic Kalamazoo River amidst rolling terrain and tree-lined fairways, offers a unique venue for weddings, special events, and family gatherings. Golfers can enjoy a great round on the scenic LYNX golf course, drinks & dinner, and a spectacular sunset on the relaxing outdoor patio. Not a golfer? Check out the 2017 Fall Color Tour and enjoy some of the most beautiful scenery in SW Michigan. Enjoy a delicious lunch, dinner or hearty Sunday brunch in The Grill, located in the new clubhouse. Visit www.lynxgc.com for more information.

Heritage Glen Golf Club is minutes from the quaint downtown of Paw Paw, home to St. Julian Winery & Gift Shop - Michigan's oldest, largest and most-awarded winery in Michigan, as well as Warner Vineyards next door, with an adjacent outdoor event venue for concerts and activities throughout the year. Fall rates at Heritage Glen are in place now with $36 for 18 holes of golf and $31 for Seniors 60 years old and over.

Fall Rates at Springbrook and Naperbrook Golf Courses beginning October 2! 

Fall is a great time to enjoy the game of golf and take advantage of these great rates:

• 18 holes (open-2 pm): $32 (M-F); $40 (Sa-Su)
• Brooks Advantage Card members save an additional 25% off the fall rate
• 9-hole discounts available
• Senior and junior discounts available

Formerly The Golf Club of Granger, The Blarney Hole by Blackthorn officially opened this past week with a ribbon-cutting ceremony by the new owners - Tim Firestone and Erik Haag. This newly rebranded facility offers state-of-the-art golf simulators within a cozy pub-type relaxed environment. Play 18 holes of golf with your buddies and then switch the simulator screens to your favorite sports events, complete with leather chairs to relax, and a private event environment for your social or sports gathering. Book your next event, special event, or simply come out with your friends for a round of golf, anytime of year at The Blarney Hole by Blackthorn. Enjoy great food and libations at the spacious bar, along with full-service catered events.

Congratulations to our winner, Ron G. of Miller Beach, IN of our "Dream Golf Giveaway" - 10 Rounds of Golf With Cart to these fabulous Billy Casper Golf Courses: Orchard Valley, George Dunne National, Whisper Creek, Water's Edge and Rob Roy! Our winner was chosen randomly from all entries completed at any of our tradeshows or on-line entries.

Stay tuned as we launch our newly responsive website coming soon to golfnowchicago.com. Our new website will be more user-friendly and continue to feature great golf information and other special features.