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In this Issue From the Club Manager
Membership Services Fitness Desk Tower IV Sports Boutique Tennis Reception Spa & Salon Private Reserve Line Members Lounge Accounting
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Golf Events 6 New Items at Tower IV
The Sports Club at Four Seasons Resort 4150 N. MacArthur Boulevard Irving, Texas 75038 www.thesportsclubfourseasons.com
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Tennis Events 9 Tailgate Parties
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The Club’s Dish
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Thanksgiving
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This is for all the At Home Chefs! Do you ever want to recreate any of the dishes served at the resort and club? We can provide recipes for any of our menu items! Contact Jessica Asaff at jessica.asaff@fourseasons.com!
Club Manager Rob Cowan x2501 rob.cowan@fourseasons.com Associate Director of Club Sales Ryan Humphreys x2520 ryan.humphreys@fourseasons.com Member Relations Manager Jessica Asaff x2526 jessica.asaff@fourseasons.com Director of Golf Paul Earnest x2531 paul.earnest@fourseasons.com Director of Golf Course Maintenance & Landscaping Scott Abernathy x2494 scott.abernathy@fourseasons.com Director of Sports Robin Scott x2522 robin.scott@fourseasons.com
2013 BOARD of GOVERNORS Frank Broyles, Chair Bill Bailey, Ron Howard, Lydia Karney, John Mason, Alex Pier, Sharon Pfaff, Bob Shema, Kate Shema
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Chair’s Chatter
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hile summer typically has not been my favorite time of the year to be in North Texas, this summer has been a little different. During July we had a nice soaking rain for almost a week with moderating temperatures, treat number one.
I love the rain and enjoy a break from the heat, but the highlight for me was treat number two: the addition of WorldTeam Tennis and the Texas Wild to our July calendar of events. The format is unusual, the crowd is a little rowdy, the venue is fantastic, and the tennis is exciting as ever. Watching the Wild’s Bryan Brothers play (in my opinion, the greatest team in the history of doubles tennis),was a personal highlight of mine. If you did not get an opportunity to watch a match or two this year, I encourage you to put it on your “must do” list for 2014. I would like to give a special thanks to the Wild’s owner, Jeff Launius, The City of Irving and our Sports Club for bringing the Wild to our Club. (Here’s a hint for next year: reading the one page rule sheet can add to the fun). Now we move into fall with a full schedule of events including the Club’s local and extremely worthwhile flagship charity event known as “Cool October.” This will be our 29th year of fundraising! I always ask, what can you do to help us help you? Let us know your ideas or issues. Participate in the member surveys, talk to your Board reps or email me at sportsclubbog@gmail.com. See you at WorldTeam Tennis in 2014 and be sure and check out the many options to participate in Cool October! Frank Broyles Chairman, Board of Governors
Coming Soon… A Website Redesign & Facebook Page! Get ready for our digital transformation! You will notice a much more current and clean site when you log on September 4! The most exciting feature is by far the mobile website! Members can now easily view the website or register for dinners, classes and events on their smartphone. The new site will be hitting your screens soon and will definitly knock your socks off !
Check out our new Sports Club Facebook page. Stay up to date and socially connected with fellow members and hot club happenings! Log on and Like! www.facebook.com/FSSportsClub
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From the Club Manager Rob Cowan rob.cowan@fourseasons.com
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t is always exciting to see our Club members succeed in their athletic endeavors. Over the past few months there have been several outstanding accomplishments worth mentioning! Let’s start with one of our younger golf members, 17 year old, Ben Baxter. Ben qualified for the US Amateur at our neighboring club, Las Colinas Country Club. Oklahoma Sooner standout, Emily Collins qualified for the US Women’s Open being played at the Country Club of Charleston. Rumor has it that her proud father, Mike, will be caddying! In addition to Ben qualifying for the US Amateur, our Golf Club Champion, Jake Istnick, was the winner at a qualifier held at Tulsa Country Club. Jake blew away the competition, securing first place by a whopping 5 shots! This year’s Men’s US Amateur was held at The Country Club in Brookeline, Massachusetts. In the tennis world, our very own Board of Governor Representative, Alex Pier, competed in the USTA National 50’s Tournament placing in both singles and doubles. It is a pleasure to watch the time, effort and passion these Sports Club Members dedicate to their sports. It is not surprising to see their incredible accomplishments and we wish all these athletes the best of luck as they compete at the highest level. Well played!
Member Referrals Thank you Members! We have received over 60 member referrals in 2013! YOU play an essential role in the Club’s success and we appreciate every new member you bring through our doors! As a thank you, members who refer new members are eligible for some hefty rewards! Tennis & Fitness Membership Rewards Menu Select one of the following: • $300 in Sports Club credit • One night stay in a Villa guest room • Four 50-minute massages or facials (valid Monday-Thursday only) • Five 1-hour personal training sessions • Dinner for four in Café on the Green (excluding alcohol) • Round of golf for four Golf Membership Rewards Menu Select one of the following: • Up to $1,500 in Sports Club credit • Two night stay in a Villa guest room and choice of two rounds of golf or two spa treatments • Twelve 50-minute massages or facials at The Spa (valid Monday-Thursday only) • Two dinners for eight in Café on the Green (excluding alcohol) • Eight golf lessons with a golf professional If you know someone who might be interested in a membership please contact our Sports Club Sales Office at (972) 717- 2525.
Club Sales Team
Get R eady For Fu n! AN EASY AND AFFORDABLE WAY TO DISCOVER GOLF.
SI G N UP ON THE CLU B WEBSITE OR G E T 2 MEMBER F RIENDS TO STA RT YOU R OWN CLASS. FOR MORE DETAILS PLEASE CONTACT TIM CUSICK, DIRECTOR OF INSTRUCTION (972) 717-2590 OR EMAIL AT TIM.CUSICK@FOURSEASONS.COM OR VISIT WWW.THESPORTSCLUBFOURSEASONS.COM 3 | TheSportsClubFourSeasons.com
Ryan Humphreys Crystal Daniel Ashton Gambrell Associate Director of Membership Sales Manager Membership and Golf Club Sales Tournament Sales Manager
COOL OCTOBER
F ighting C ancer
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In a perfect world, no one would die from cancer. It’s a rotten disease that takes too many friends, colleagues, relatives and loved ones away from us too soon. So, let’s fight back. Early detection is the key. Funding technology and equipment that aide in the early detection of cancer for patients is our passion, and you can help make a difference. Cool October is an umbrella cause, started by Four Seasons Resort and Club, in hopes to raise money for advancements in cancer technology and research. It consists of unique sports events that cater to everyone in the community. This year, we ask for your assistance in fighting this disease by helping us reach our goal of $120,000 through the events in October. The money will support two pieces of equipment at Baylor Charles A. Sammons Cancer Center at Irving: Biovision Surgical Specimen Radiography System This $100,000 device provides real-time, operating tableside analysis of surgical specimens to ensure that all cancerous tissue has been removed. Used primarily on breast cancer patients having lumpectomies, it will help the Cancer Center better serve more than 150 patients a year. Currently, the entire surgical team waits for up to 20 minutes for tissue to be analyzed in a lab outside the operating room while the patient waits sleeping under anesthesia. When the Cancer Center acquires this piece of equipment, it will be the first in use in the state of Texas. MultiCare Maximum Comfort (Tabletop) Package This $20,000 device provides, as promised by the name, maximum comfort for patients having a stereotactic breast procedure. These procedures are done using the needle-biopsy machine that Four Seasons generously funded in 1998 (and has helped better diagnose thousands of people!) The device provides greater comfort and faster procedures through more exact positioning. We are honored to support our community hospital so that our friends, colleagues, relatives and loved ones, have access to the BEST in cancer care right here in the community. So please, ink these important dates in your calendar and help us fight cancer for a healthier Irving: October 1-15 October 4-5 October 5 October 22
Cool Online Auction with lots of great gifts and Four Seasons trips. Tennis Marathon with Robin Scott and the tennis pro staff and a Tennis Happy Hour with great auction items up for bids. Golf Marathon with Paul Earnest with encouraged member participation. Cool October Fest with kid-friendly activities, bake sale, chili cook off and more! Spin-a-thon with Michelle Scannell and all the hardcore spinners out there! Cool 18 Golf Tournament
We also have a shiny new website where you can get more detailed information on all Cool October events and happenings: www.CoolOctober.com. We look forward to seeing you spin, golf, play, sponsor and bid for this great cause! Remember… together, we can all make a difference.
Stay Cool, The Cool October Crew
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Summer at The Sports Club is always a blast, but this year was exceptional! With a Dive-in-Movie and Grill n’ Chill every Friday, weekend games and activities at the Family Pool and festive themed dinners‌the opportunites to make family memories were endless!
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Tim’s Tips
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hen playing shots around the green, either you’re going to use the front edge of the club to chip the ball or use the bottom of the club to pitch the ball in the air. Each shot has it’s own characteristics to be successful.
Using the front edge of the club to chip, place the ball back in your stance with your hands forward, stand the club more vertical which moves you closer to the ball and then have your weight positioned on your left side at address. This set-up allows you to create a lower running chip with the front edge of the club striking the turf at impact. Tim Cusick, Director of Golf Instruction tim.cusick@fourseasons.com Follow Tim on Twitter @timcusickgolf Visit his instruction website www.timcusickgolf.com
To pitch the ball, have the stance slightly open with your weight evenly distributed and the ball in the center of your stance. Add a little bit of loft to the clubface at address and keep the loft on the clubface at impact. This contact will be created more with the bottom of the club resulting in a higher shot. Both shots are important and utilized properly will certainly help to lower your scores.
Upcoming Golf Events 9 + Dine September 13, October 12 Shotgun 5:30 p.m. | Cart Fee Only Cottonwood Valley Play 9 holes of golf and enjoy dinner in the Members Lounge with your golf buddies after play! Dinner is not included in price. Senior Club Championships September 7 - 8 Tee time 9:00 a.m. | $60 per player Cottonwood Valley Member - Member Tournament September 21 - 22 Mixed Club Championship September 29 Shotgun 1:00 p.m. | $100 per team Cottonwood Valley
WGA Fall Member - Guest October 4 Tee Times 12:30 p.m. TPC Junior-Junior Tournament October 13 Cottonwood Valley $50 Sports Club Juniors may invite another junior or non-member to play as a twosome in this popular modified scramble format! Make sure to stay after for dinner and awards after play! • Ages 15 and up will play 18 holes 1:00 p.m. tee time • Ages 12-14 will play 18 holes 2:00 p.m. tee times • Ages 11 and under will play 9 holes 3:00 p.m. tee time
Nelson Cup October 16 - 19 TPC and Cottonwood Valley Register for this very popular men’s member-guest tournament soon. Come and enjoy this worthy event and three great days of fall golf. Carpenter Cup November 2 MGA Half Day Member-Guest Tournament November 8 Please read Paul’s Tee Times for more golf tournament information. TheSportsClubFourSeasons.com | 6
Fresh NEW & HOT Items Hitting the Tower IV Shelves this Fall!
Pumpkin Latte Pedicure
Your pedicure begins with a Butter Brulee Milk Soak, a creamy milky bath that brings an instant calm to the skin. Then skin is smoothed, polished and caressed with Triple Shot Caramel Coffee Scrub, a whipped exfoliator infused with caffeine and Arabica bean extract. Followed up with a Pumpkin Splendid Dirt mud mask rich in natural Illite and Bentonite clays, fresh enzyme-full organic pumpkin puree and active yogurt cultures that instantly boost overall radiance of the skin. Complete your indulgence with a Sweet Cream Body Milk Lotion massage which is infused with a blend of natural oils like Jojoba seed, Sweet Almond and Vitamin E-rich Rice Bran, that all provide lasting softness. The cost for the 60-minute service is $85 Available October 1 – November 30, 2013
Triple Shot Caramel Coffee Scrub and Sweet Cream Massage Your treatment starts with the yummy whipped Triple Shot Caramel Coffee exfoliator scrub which is caressed on the skin with hydrating Shea butter, while caffeine increases microcirculations, for a temporary tightening effect. End with a massage with Sweet Cream Body Milk Lotion to leave your skin feeling velvety and moisturized. The cost for the 50-minute service is $140. Don’t forget about your Member discount! 30% savings on Spa services Monday - Thursday, and 10% savings on Spa services Friday - Sunday 7 | TheSportsClubFourSeasons.com
Independence Day 2013
Jessica Asaff, Member relations Manager jessica.asaff@fourseasons.com
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he Independence Day festivities keep getting better! Members and Resort guests enjoyed a weekend full of activities for the whole family! The Driving Range was transformed into a carnival complete with laser tag, archery stations, bounce houses, water slides and live music, among other kid friendly stations. For dinner, Members could attend the very popular Hal Logan’s Fish Fry and BBQ or dine on the exclusive Members Lounge Patio for a Firecracker Dinner. As usual, the fireworks did not disappoint! We glittered the sky with a spectacular show that had people cheering and feeling proud. Here’s the best part…we are taking room reservations for next year’s festivities! We expect the Resort to be fully occupied once again in 2014, so take advantage of your preferred member pricing and book your stay over Independence Day Weekend, July 4-6, 2014! Please contact our Reservations Department at (972) 717-2499.
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TENNIS EVENTS Davis Cup Tournament
September 21 Play begins at 10:00 a.m. Teams will be announced September 17 Party & Awards following matches $32 per player Deadline to register is September 16 Please register online at www.thesportsclubfourseasons.com or call the Tennis Reception Desk at (972) 717-2540. Cool October Tennis Marathon
October 4 | 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Indoor Courts 1 & 3 October 5 | 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Championship Court and Outdoor Courts 5, 6, 7
Sports Talk
Robin Scott Director of sports robin.scott@fourseasons.com
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resh off a highly successful Summerfest program where we saw participation in Tennis and Swing, Serve & Splash Camps increase over 20%, I am excited to share new happenings in our after-school Junior Tennis Program. Beginning this fall we have new class formats, integrating the USTA Quick Start method, which allows kids to enjoy tennis at a young age, while learning fundamentals and increasing hand-eye coordination. We have also LOWERED pricing when you sign up for two or more classes each week, giving you up to 40% savings with our new “Unlimited” option! Don’t forget Fit-4-Kids Classes have started again on Saturdays, from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. We’ll see you at the Club this fall!
Tennis Happy Hour
October 4 | 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Racquets Restaurant and Indoor Courts 1 & 3 $20 - Advance registration $25 - At the door Enjoy some tennis, socialize with your fellow members and help raise funds for an amazing cause through our Silent Auction! Proceeds will support two pieces of equipment at Baylor Charles A. Sammons Cancer Center at Irving. Doubles Club Championships
November 8 - 9 Ladies Holiday Play Day and Luncheon
December 5
Leagues
Fall Leagues
September 9 - October 24 Holiday Mini-Leagues
November 4 - December 12 Leagues will not meet the week of Thanksgiving.
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Tennis Tip
John Mullman Director of Tennis Instruction john.mullman@fourseasons.com
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hen playing tennis outdoors remember you must play “smart.” The elements of wind, sun, and extreme temperatures are always factors when on the court. Here are some helpful suggestions to help you adapt to the conditions. In windy conditions, don’t think about hitting that winning shot. Spend your energy focusing on keeping the ball in play. You will win more points with this mentality. When its bright outside, make sure you have on a comfortable pair of sunglasses. They will help you track the ball more accurately. Players should also wear a light hat or visor on those sunny days. You need to have the proper equipment to help you spot the ball. As a result this will help you play more aggressively. Everyone knows that Texas summers are HOT! So when the temperature is climbing, I recommend wearing light colored clothes. They do a better job deflecking the sun on those hot summer days. Whites are the best and don’t forget sunscreen and hydration! You should be drinking water before, during and after play.
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Racquetball Schedule
Softball Squash Schedule
Monday Evening September 16 - November 25 4:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. This is a round robin format for all levels of play.
Monday Noon September 16 - November 25 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. This is a round robin format for the advanced A, A+ softball squash levels of play.
Wednesday Morning September 18 - November 25 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. This is a round robin format for all levels of play. Tuesday and Thursday “Early Bird” September 17 - November 25 6:00 a.m. - 7:30 a.m. This is a round robin format for all levels of play. Arrange your own match Saturday Morning Men’s and Women’s Doubles September 21 - November 23 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. This format is round robin for all open A & B players.
Men’s & Women’s Tuesday Evening September 17 - November 25 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. This is a round robin format for men and women at the beginner and intermediate levels of play. Monday and Wednesday “Early Bird” September 16 - November 25 6:00 a.m. - 7:30 a.m. This is a round robin format for all levels of play. Arrange your own match Wednesday Evening September 18 - November 25 4:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. This format is round robin for intermediate and advanced levels of play.
All League entry fees are $55.00, which includes balls, awards, and a player party at the conclusion of the leagues. Please register at the Fitness Desk by Sunday, September 16, or by calling (972) 717-2523.
2013 C lub Do uble s R acque t b a l l Ch ampio nshi ps Monday and Wednesday, October 14 and 16 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. $45 per player | Includes balls, awards, snacks and sodas Championship draw with 1st round consolation Make sure to stick around for the awards presentation and player party on Wednesday evening at 6:30 p.m. Deadline to register is October 13, 2013.
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KFAS Fall Hours
Hours begin September 3 Hours for kids ages three and up Monday - Thursday 8:30 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Friday - Sunday 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Fridays Kid’s Night In 6:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Kids For All Seasons Annual Spooktacular Open House
October 25 KFAS Studio | 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. This is a great opportunity for kids of all ages, along with their parents, to mix and mingle with other moms and dads in the Club. Enjoy fun Halloween crafts, spooky snacks, drinks and our popular costume contest! This is a complimentary event but kindly make reservations with KFAS at (972) 717-2570.
Parents Day Out
We had such a great response this summer with our Parents Day Out Program so we decided to extend it through the fall. Your child will have a great time in KFAS doing arts and crafts, playing games and enjoying story time! Available for kids ages 18 months and older Monday and Wednesday 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. $20 with advanced reservation (lunch is not included in price)
Kids’ Night In
Have a great time making crafts, decorating mini desserts and watching our featured movie of the week! Every Friday Night | 6:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. | Ages 3 and up $39 for the first child $20 for each additional child in the same family Cost includes dinner, snacks and activities Reservations required Parents with confirmed reservations at fee based Club events, such as Nine + Dine and Special Member Dinners can now drop their kids off for Kids Night In at 5:00 p.m. This gives your kids an extra hour of fun for the same great rate of only $39.
Thanksgiving Hours
Kids For All Seasons will be closed Thursday November 28 for the Thanksgiving Holiday. We hope you enjoy Turkey day with your family and we will see you on Friday, November 29. 11 | TheSportsClubFourSeasons.com
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The Club’s Dish
What is a Foodie?
Christof syré, Executive chef christof.syre@fourseasons.com a’ll probably know by now that our Executive Club Chef, Frederic Angevin was promoted to be “THE” Executive Chef with Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora! While we are sad and jealous to see him leave Texas, my team and I are very happy for Frederic and this well-deserved promotion! I encourage any Chef as talented as Frederic to move around the world and broaden their knowledge, just like I used to do. Please join me in wishing him the best of luck in Bora Bora and the many years to come. This leads me to introduce to you our new Club Chef, Ke’o Velasquez. Ke’o originally came from the Islands of Hawaii and has lived and worked here in the Metroplex for the past eight years. For him, Texas hospitality is exactly what his cooking is all about, simplistic but bold! He also worked in several of the top restaurants in town such as Urbano Cafe, Dragonfly at Hotel Zaza, Restaurant Works, Ferre, Victory Tavern, Crú Wine Bar and Kitchen 1924, just to mention a few. Ke’o has been married for two years to his wife Geni, and they are expecting a baby boy at the beginning of next year. We are thrilled to have Ke’o on our team and to have him lead the Club’s culinary efforts.
Julio Garcia, Director of Club Food & Beverage julio.garcia@fourseasons.com
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learning about what’s new in the food and beverage world, then this opt-in email group is for you! Each month we will highlight outstanding staff members, seasonal recipes, upcoming events, tips for the at-home chef and new epicurean trends you might see in our restaurants! Log into the website and click the “MY CLUB” tab to view “your profile.” You will notice the optin group section on the right side of your profile. By opting-in to the “Sports Club Foodies” list, this tells us you want to be a Foodie! Make sure to click the “Update Opt-In Groups” button when you’re
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Sincerely, Ke’o
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A Note from Ke’o Ke’o Velasquez, Club Chef keo.velasquez@fourseasons.com am so happy to be a part of the Four Seasons Team and your new Club Chef. I look forward to getting to know all of you over the next couple of months and learning your culinary preferences. Just to get you started, here is one of my favorite fall recipes which was also featured in the Dallas Morning News back in 2012. Again, I look forward to meeting you. See you in the Members Lounge.
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Happy cooking, Chef Christof
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Scan this QR Code to view Chef Ke’o’s favorite fall recipe.
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Thanksgiving Brunch
Thursday, November 28 Seatings from 10:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Byron’s and Member’s Lounge $58 Adults $18 Children ages 6-12 Children five and under are complimentary Visit The Sports Club website to view the delicious menu!
Turkeys-To-Go
November 27-28 Let our Chefs do all the work for you this Thanksgiving! A Turkeys-To-Go meal serves eight people $210 for entire meal $14 per additional side (serves four) $17 per additional pie (choose from Spiced Pecan, Chocolate or Pumpkin) $95 for turkey and gravy only Request your meal by calling Membership Services at (972) 717-2525. Orders must be made by Monday, November 25
Pick up times
Wednesday, November 27, at Membership Services between 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Thursday, November 28, in the Members Lounge at 11:00 a.m. or 2:00 p.m.