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1937

A modest swimming pool was constructed, to be replaced in 1955 by a much larger pool.

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1963

Clay courts were replaced by the more durable Har-Tru surface, which dried more quickly after heavy rainstorms. The Club was also home to the most prestigious tournament in greater Chicago, the USTA...

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1968

Additions to the clubhouse added facilities for the manager’s office, locker rooms, a canteen and pro shop.

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1970

A well was installed for an above-ground court irrigation system.

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1983-89

The Girls 18 National Clay Courts Championships were held at RFTC.

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1992

By-law changes allowed female members the privilege to vote and serve on the Board of Directors.

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1998-99

A new poolhouse, wading pool and utility sheds were constructed.

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2003

All 10 Har-Tru tennis courts were rebuilt with a state-of-the-art HydroCourt system with self-regulating irrigation, making them always ready for play.

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2009

The Club began hosting the River Forest Collegiate Tennis Invitational, organized by member and past president, John Griffin, and features up to eight Division I tennis teams from around the Midwest...

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2014

After a by-laws change, the Club’s first same-sex married couple was admitted for full active (family) membership.

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