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Hockey Night in Stl WEDNESDAY, AUG. 25 Featuring Trent Frederic, Clayton Keller, Matthew Tkachuk, Luke Kunin and Logan Brown
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Hockey Night in STL
MISSOURI ATHLETIC CLUB Founded in 1903
Enjoy a special pannel featuring several professional hockey players, cocktails, dinner and raffle on Wednesday, Aug. 25.
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AUGUST 2021 Cherry Diamond Staff
Foundations' Month
Publisher – Angie Minges Director of Communications – Jim Wilson Content Marketing Manager/Managing Editor – Robyn Dexter Communications Coordinator – Kelsey Sims General Manager – Wallace L. Smith
As the MAC embarks on its sixth annual Foundations’ Month, successes can only be attributed to the support of Club Members.
To advertise, contact Kelsey Sims at 314-539-4459 or ksims@mac-stl.org.
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The Cherry Diamond Vol. 115/No. 8 (USPS: 102-560) is published monthly by the Missouri Athletic Club, 405 Washington Ave., St. Louis, MO 63102, (314) 231-7220. Subscription - $50 per year, subject to sales tax. PERIODICAL POSTAGE PAID AT ST. LOUIS, MO. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to Cherry Diamond, 405 Washington Ave., St. Louis, MO 63102
Rich Eveld Member Spotlight Get to know Rich Eveld, "Emperor" of Midwest health Consultants, and developer of Prevent Sprain Socks.
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Board of Governors
Jackson Miller Jackson, the son of MAC Members Katie and Josh Miller, is running toward success! Learn a little about his journey to the Junior Olympics in Jacksonville.
Officers Angie Minges – President Aaron Pawlitz – Vice President Julie Ahrling – Second Vice President Duke Niedringhaus – Secretary Matt Gross – Treasurer Class of 2022 Julie Ahrling, Matt Gross, Angie Minges, Duke Niedringhaus, Aaron Pawlitz
D E PA R T M E N T S
ON THE COVER
2 Upcoming Events
19 Athletics
Matthew Tkachuk (Calgary
4 President’s Column
20 Wellness
Flames), Clayton Keller (Arizona
6 General Manager's Column 8 Membership 13 Clubs Within the Club 18 Youth Programs
Class of 2023 Steven Albart, E. Tracy Beckette, Brent Beumer, Justin Fowler, Christopher Swank
22 Education Section 25 Around the Club 32 MAC Past 33 Snapshots
Class of 2024 Carter Alexander, Mark McClanahan, Cheri McLaughlin, Mark Niemeyer, Neal Perryman
Coyotes), Logan Brown (Ottowa Senators), Luke Kunin (Nashville Predators) and Trent Frederic (Boston Bruins) will be the
The Making of an CONNECT
featured speakers at Hockey Night
MAC MASTERPIECE
in STL on Aug. 25.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
August 5
Membership Mixer
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All Members are invited to bring a new, prospective Member to learn more about the Club, interact with Membership Committee and Board Members and take a tour of the Clubhouse. Appetizers, beer and wine are complimentary. 5:30-7:30 p.m. RSVP to Rodney Stoyer at rstoyer@mac-stl.org or 314-539-4429 or register online.
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Hockey Night in STL
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Enjoy a panel featuring Matthew Tkachuk, Clayton Keller, Logan Brown, Luke Kunin and Trent Frederic, cocktails and dinner. Business attire required. Sponsorship opportunities available. $95 per person, inclusive for Members and Guests $72 per person, inclusive for Associates $32 per child (12 and under), inclusive Register online or call 314-539-4470 to attend. 5:30 p.m. - Cocktail Reception 6 p.m. - Dinner 7 p.m. - Program
Preservation Foundation Golf Tournament While the Preservation Foundation Golf Tournament is sold out, there are still sponsorship opportunities available. The MAC is accepting donations for the Kim Tucci auction, which is scheduled during the dinner program. 10:30 a.m. - Registration 11 a.m. - Lunch 12 p.m. - Golf 6 p.m. - Dinner and Kim Tucci Auction Contact Katie Maurer at kmaurer@mac-stl.org to learn more about providing donations for the event.
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Father-Daughter Banquet
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Gather for some quality father-daughter time at the annual banquet featuring dinner, music, dancing, photos and carriage rides. $10 per person carriage ride. 5:30-7 p.m. – Reception, photos, and carriage rides 7-8 p.m. – Dinner 8-10 p.m. – Dancing $35.95, plus Club charge ages 12 and over $26.95, plus Club charge ages 11 and under
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Membership Mixer
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All Members are invited to bring a new, prospective Member to learn more about the Club, interact with Membership Committee and Board Members and take a tour of the Clubhouse. Appetizers, beer and wine are complimentary. 5:30-7:30 p.m. RSVP to Rodney Stoyer at rstoyer@mac-stl.org or 314-539-4429 or register online.
End of Summer Pool Party
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Enjoy a delicious barbeque and cigars at this event taking place on the Downtown Clubhouse garage rooftop, co-sponsored by the Mark Twain Society, the Associates and the Craft Beer Club. Price includes barbeque and craft beer. 5:30 p.m. $37.50 per person
50-Year Member Dinner
Sip and Paint
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Unleash your creativity with a wine glass in one hand and a paintbrush in the other. Your innovative use of color, line, and form like Henri Matisse, will lead you to create your very own mindfulness masterpiece. Presented by B Extraordinaire Gallery. All art supplies, appetizers and a glass of house wine will be included. 6-8 p.m. $60 per person Register online or call 314-539-4490 to attend.
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Celebrate the end of summer with a BBQ buffet, fun activities, a DJ, sweet treats and plenty of swim time. No reservations needed. More information to come. 12 p.m.
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The MAC will celebrate its 50-year Members with a special dinner at the Downtown Clubhouse. Keep an eye out for further details.
USE THE WEBSITE
to Register for Events 1. Login to the website (www.mac-stl.org). 2. From the Member homepage, register for all events through the web calendar. Access the calendar the following ways: F Member Central > Calendar. Then, filter categories tab for "Club Events" Reservations can also be made by calling: F Downtown: 314-539-4470 F West: 314-539-4490 For any login or registration questions, contact webmaster@mac-stl.org.
No-shows will be charged in full. Please call with your own reservation. Cancellations must be made at least 72 hours before the event to avoid a onethird charge. All events held in the Missouri Room require business attire unless otherwise specified.
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LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT his summer, I have truly enjoyed spending time at the West Clubhouse pool, vacationing with friends at 30A, golfing at Glen Echo Country Club as well as Dalhousie Golf Club, attending many BBQs and birthday parties and spending lots of time with my family. I hope all of you are making wonderful memories and the MAC is part of those memories. While the end of summer is quickly approaching, there is still ample time to take advantage of all the amenities we offer, including the West pool which is at full steam. One of the benefits of being a Member of the Missouri Athletic Club is the privilege to use facilities at Clubs across the U.S. and throughout the world. All you need to do is make reservations directly with the appropriate club while providing your Missouri Athletic Club membership number. Once reservations are made, contact the Membership Office to request a “letter of introduction” to send to the reciprocal Club, then you are all set. If you travel, this is a great benefit, so I invite you all take advantage of this opportunity. I wanted to also highlight the new fitness services offered at the West Clubhouse in conjunction with SSM that include physical therapy with services such as Functional Movement Screens (FMS). I was able to take advantage of the FMS with Billy Ferris, a Patient Care Manager. The screen consisted of seven fundamental movement patterns and four clearing tests (ankle, shoulder, two back). The first objective of the screen is to discover if any movements create pain (all movements should be pain-free). The second objective is to identify impairments in mobility and stability of various body segments during each of the seven movement patterns. The final objective is to provide corrective exercises that can be incorporated into your weekly fitness program. This service is offered through a partnership we have with SSM. Now, MAC Members have access to physical therapy at our West Clubhouse. If you are interested in this service, call 314-822-3205 to schedule your session. Billy is amazing and I promised him I would follow his recommended exercise plan. So far, I’m holding true to that promise! The MAC membership base continues to grow. Over the past year, we have added 94 new Members to our Club. When the board had the unfortunate task of closing the Clubhouses due to the pandemic, we were a Club of 2,370 members. I’m happy to say we now have 2,350 Members! We are almost back to our pre-pandemic state. THANK YOU for supporting the
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MAC, even when we were closed. The commitment our Members to the long-term success of the MAC is outstanding. The MAC is strong because of you! Once we surpass our pre-pandemic Member count, we have plans to host several Member appreciation nights. I’m also excited to share some news! The Board has approved two new capital projects which are targeted to kick off in September. First, we will remodel the West Clubhouse dining room. The dining room will soon look and feel like the 1903 Bar and offer a new dining experience. We are targeting completion of this project before Thanksgiving 2021. Second, we will be adding a canopy to the patio, and installing heaters, fans and misting cooling apparatus, as well as an outdoor cooking station. This will allow us to extend the season for what has become one of our more popular destinations. We look forward to many Members enjoying these new spaces. MEMBER HIGHLIGHT: As I mentioned in my previous articles, I intend to highlight Members around the Club who serve selflessly. This month, I’d like to highlight Past President Bugh (20132014), Past President Mark Belew (1997-1998), Past President Scott Engelbrecht (2007-2008) and Past President Lodewyck for their support of the Preservation Foundation Golf Tournament. This year, the tournament takes place on Aug. 30 at Glen Echo. Their dedication to the event over the years has been amazing. I have enjoyed watching these four Past Presidents have fun organizing the tournament and raising more than $845,000 for the Preservation Foundation. Past Presidents Bugh, Belew, Engelbrecht and Lodewyck, thank you for your selfless service to the MAC. The MAC is a better place because of you! Don’t forget about two other special events this month: the Father-Daughter Banquet on Aug. 12 and the first event of our inaugural Speaker Series, Hockey Night in STL on Aug. 25. If you see me around the Club, make sure you sure stop me and engage me. I’m excited for the future of the Missouri Athletic Club and proud to tell everyone I am a Member of this premier Club. Sincerely,
Angie Minges, President Missouri Athletic Club
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LETTER FROM THE GENERAL MANAGER ugust is Foundations’ Month! This month, we focus on how our foundations and how they support the Club’s values of tradition, community and culture. This past year in particular, the Preservation Foundation has been on the minds of many Members as we saw the restoration and rejuvenation of our historic Downtown Clubhouse come to life. With the help of a large grant from the Robert J. Trulaske Jr. Family Foundation and generous donations from Members, a stunning transformation took place, and I love seeing it every time I drive up to the Clubhouse! I never thought I’d see this project completed in my lifetime, and it’s all because of the Preservation Foundation and our awesome Members participating in various fundraisers. This month, you will see green chits scattered around the Clubhouse. They provide you an opportunity to throw in $5 or whatever you feel is appropriate to help continue to the preservation of the Downtown Clubhouse and other historically significant structures in the City of St. Louis. Our annual golf tournament is at the end of the month on Aug. 30, and it’s a fun way to raise money for the MAC’s foundations. We’re always looking for additional auction prizes that will allow us to raise funds for the foundations, so if you or your business has something to offer, please let Katie Maurer know at kmaurer@ mac-stl.org. Even if you are not a golfer, come join us at Glen Echo Country Club that evening for dinner, the auction and other festivities. It’s an evening full of MAC camaraderie and fellowship all for a great cause: the Preservation Foundation. This year, we have something new, and we hope everyone is as excited about it as we are! In 2021, you have the opportunity to win a three-year lease of an Acura MDX from golf tournament presenting sponsor Mungenast St. Louis Acura. This is an opportunity for someone to win a great car for three years at no cost to them. Raffle tickets are $125 apiece or $500 for five. Visit
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the foundations page on the MAC website to purchase yours! All proceeds go into our Preservation Foundation, and at the end of the day, someone’s going to walk away with a great new car. Oh, and you get to pick it out! Special thanks to Kurt Mungenast and his whole team at the dealership who are huge supporters of the MAC! EMPLOYEE HIGHLIGHT: To mirror President Minges’ Member Highlight, I’d like to recognize Gena Willis, the most awesome executive assistant that ever lived. Gena is my righthand person and keeps me out of trouble most days. She keeps me on track and on time, and the MAC wouldn’t run as smoothly without her. In addition to that, she is the coordinator of all the Board of Governors meetings, committee meetings and is the keeper of minutes and records. She’s our resident bylaw expert and keeps us all straightened out. Gena is in her ninth year; I’m entering my 10th, and she’s been a huge part of our team. Hats off to Gena! Thank you for all you do. Don’t forget that this month is your last chance to receive a $500 Club Card when you refer a new Member to the Club! This program has been hugely successful, but all good things must come to an end, and this program has run its course. But if you want to get in on this program, now is the time to do it. See below for details on how to receive your Platinum Bonus Card as we wind this down! See you at the Club!
Wally Smith, General Manager Missouri Athletic Club
Referral Card Program Ends Soon! Receive a $500 Platinum Bonus Card for Each Referral The deadline to receive your Platinum Bonus Card is fast approaching. Through August, for each new Member referred to the Club, the referring Member will receive a Platinum Bonus of a $500 Club Card. F With each new Member referred to the Club, the referring Member will receive a $500 Platinum Bonus Card. F There is no limit on the number of incentives a sponsoring Member can earn and more than one new Member can be referred for a Platinum Bonus Card in any given month. F The Platinum Bonus Card will not be awarded after the prospective Member has been approved by the Board of Governors. F The Platinum Bonus Card will not be granted if the Membership Department introduces the new Member to the active Member. F The Monthly Membership Mixer is the perfect place to introduce potential Members to the Club. To learn more about how to receive the Platinum Bonus Card, contact the Membership Department at 314-539-4438. 6 F CHERRY DIAMOND
ANNUAL VETERANS DAY COMMEMORATION
Call for Nominations
Save the date! This year’s Veterans Day Commemoration event will take place on Thursday, Nov. 11 at the Downtown Clubhouse. At this annual event, the MAC will honor the Veteran of the Year, a retired or former member of the U.S. military from the St. Louis area who demonstrates support of veterans and the U.S. in everyday life, who serves as a role model
for other citizens, and who is respected for his or her service to veterans. If you know a deserving veteran, nominate him or her for Veteran of the Year. The Veterans Day Committee will review the nominations and select the individual to receive the award based on the criteria listed on the nomination form. To nominate an individual, complete the nomination form located online
under Member Central > Documents and submit to Katie Maurer by Friday, Aug. 20. For each submission, include a brief description of why this nominee should be selected for the MAC Honored Veteran of the Year. Be specific in describing military service, civilian and/or military achievements. For full details, view the nomination form. F
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MAC MEMBERSHIP
W E LC O M E
New Members from
June
Nienkemper, Michael of Nienkemper Marketing LLC and Nienkemper, Shannan Noble, David of Midland States Bank and Hurst, Betty Peach, Jason of West Community Credit Union and Peach, Amy, writer
Andrews, Joseph of Stark and Associates
Perrigo, Steven of Allsup LLC
Buchek, Kevin of Roanoke Construction and Buchek, Christina of Pattonville School District
Peters, Keith of SM Wilson Construction and Peters, Anna of Studies Weekly
Chandler, Robert of Baker Sterchi Cowden & Rice and Chandler, Rebecca of Childress Ahlheim Cary
Poling, Matthew of St Louis City SC
Chatham, Jane of Vicia and Chatham, Grey of Chatham & Baricevic
Rapp, Katherine of Archbow Consulting and Rapp, Kevin of Samsung HVAC
Christian, William of Edward Jones and Christian, Natalie of Bess Agency & Associates
Siddiqui, Umer of Missouri Baptist Medical Center and Baig, Sophia of BJC
Cichy, Michael of Maxis Medical and Cichy, Jennifer of Roche Genetech
Stonecipher, Blake of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP and Evgenides, Kylie of Evgenides, Kylie
Costello, Brandon of Ashley Energy
Ulm, Jan of Maher & Company PC and Ulm, Julie of Graybar
Elvin, Michael of Edward Jones and Wang, Yanling of Edward Jones Feroce, Justin of PLS Logistics Services
Purdy, Robert of BKD, LLP
Zimmer, Tyler of Kaldi's Coffee and Zimmer, Ellen of Grimco
Gross, Brian of City Academy and Gross, Danielle of Washington University Guenther, Daniel of Missouri Autosport Park Harding, Ryan of Lewis Rice LLC Harris, Steven of Edward Jones and Harris, Lauren of Greensfelder, Hemker & Gale, P.C. Hoy, Megan of Woodard Cleaning and Restoration and Hoy, Andrew of Hoy & Assoc. LLC Johnson, Ryan of Emerson Tool Company Lamb, David of Sunstar Insurance and Lamb, Erin Lewandoski, Mary of Keller Williams and Lewandoski, Shannon of Synergy Wealth Solutions Morrell, Kevin of Greenstreet and Morrell, Jane, retired
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In Memoriam F Past-Governor Wayman Smith joined March 18, 1982, and passed away on Sept. 15, 2020, at the age of 81 years old. He was on the MAC's Board of Governors from 1997 to 2000. F Judge James F. Nangle joined on Feb. 3, 2014, and passed away on June 21, 2021, at the age of 91 years old.
Get a Taste of MAC Membership Thursday, Aug. 5 F Downtown Clubhouse Register online. All Members are invited to bring a new, prospective Member to learn more about the Club, interact with Membership Committee and Board Members and take a tour of the Clubhouse. Club Members should contact the Membership department to make a reservation and to register their guest. Appetizers, beer and wine are complimentary. To attend, contact Rodney Stoyer at rstoyer@mac-stl. org or 314-539-4429 or register online. Unable to make it to this event? No worries. The MAC Membership Mixer takes place the first Thursday of every month. F
Secure Your PA R T N E R S H I P S TAT U S The Platinum Partnership has been a recruitment tool for the Club since its inception approximately 10 years ago, and it has added a great boost to Club Members referring their friends and colleagues over the years. One side-effect of this program has been the negative effects of losing a Platinum Partner who resigns or takes a leave from the Club. This negative aspect has especially come to light during the pandemic and unfortunate lockdown of the MAC facilities. In an effort to make the Platinum Partnership program an entirely positive experience, the Membership Committee and Board of Governors have approved the following changes to the plan. F All Members in the Platinum Partnership dues category will remain in the category even if their Partner should resign or
go on a leave from the Club. F This will remain in effect until such time as any Board of Governors could make changes to the Membership categories in the future. F To form a Platinum Partnership, any current Member of the Club must also be the new Members Proposing or Seconding Sponsor. F Now is the perfect time for any Member in the Diamond Club or À la Carte categories to recruit a Member and lock in their Platinum Partnership. F Bring your potential Platinum Partner to the Monthly Membership Mixer to give them a taste of the Club. F
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HOckey Night In STL MAC introduces new Speaker Series Enjoy a panel featuring Matthew Tkachuk (Calgary Flames), Clayton Keller (Arizona Coyotes), Logan Brown (Ottowa Senators), Luke Kunin (Nashville Predators) and Trent Frederic (Boston Bruins), cocktails, dinner and raffle. $95 per person, inclusive for Members and Guests $72 per person, inclusive for Associates $32 per child (12 and under), inclusive Wednesday, Aug. 25 | Downtown Clubhouse 5:30 p.m. - Cocktail Reception 6 p.m. - Dinner 7 p.m. - Program Register online or call 314-539-4470 to attend. Sponsorship opportunities available. Contact Katie Maurer at kmaurer@mac-stl.org to learn more. F
ABOVE: TRENT FREDERIC OF THE BOSTIN BRUINS. BELOW: MATTHEW TKACHUK OF THE CALGARY FLAMES AND CLAYTON KELLER OF THE ARIZONA COYOTES. PHOTOS FROM NHL.COM.
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DESIGN/BUILD SERVICE CONTROL SECURE MAINTAIN CONSERVE SUSTAIN
MAC FOUNDATIONS CORNER | Leaving a Legacy
HOW ARE YOUR INVESTMENTS DOING? Has the market been good to you? With the major stock market indices near their all-time highs, many charitable people are deciding to contribute appreciated securities to their favorite charities. Contributing appreciated securities to a 501(c)(3) organization enables the donor to take a tax deduction for the market value of the securities on the day the gift is made. This approach is much more favorable than selling the appreciated securities, having to pay tax on the gain, and then giving the proceeds to the charity.
PRESERVATION FOUNDATION BOARD Dean Eggerding, President Bob Frederic Troy Robertson Mark Belew Keith Phoenix Al Meitl Chris Hyams Tripp Zumwalt
The MAC Preservation Foundation is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization which is eligible to receive tax-deductible donations, including gifts of securities. Please seriously consider remembering the MAC Preservation Foundation in your giving plans for this year, especially now that the performance of the stock market has been so favorable. Your gift to the MAC Preservation Foundation will be used to preserve our historic Downtown Clubhouse so that it may continue to be enjoyed by all of us now and by your children and grandchildren. Because the MAC experience has been such a significant part of the lives of so many of our families, more and more of our members are deciding to contribute to the MAC Preservation Foundation to anchor their family’s MAC legacy and in doing so to remember their beloved family members who have gone before and made it all possible. One way to anchor your family’s legacy at the MAC is to make a tax-deductible gift to the MAC Preservation Foundation in the name of your family or in the name of a special loved one.
What Are the Next Steps?
Larry Absheer Director of Advancement 314-604-3890 labsheer@mac-stl.org Cynthia Goudy Director of Philanthropy 314-779-4715 cgoudy@mac-stl.org
1. Contact Cynthia Goudy, Director of Philanthropy, or Larry Absheer, Director of Advancement, to discuss the details of how to contribute securities to the MAC Preservation Foundation. They can provide you with the specific information to provide to your broker in order to make the transaction easy. 2. If you need help with estate planning, Cynthia or Larry can put you in touch with a Member of the club’s Planned Giving Advisory Council, which is comprised of qualified MAC Members who can provide expert advice and assistance.
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WE HELP
BUSINESSES GROW
Arnold
1913 Richardson Rd Arnold, MO 63010 (636) 232-0070
Clayton
135 N. Meramec Ave Clayton, MO 63105 (314) 338-7912
Kirkwood
10840 Manchester Rd Kirkwood, MO 63122 (314) 394-6060
Chesterfield
17290 N. Outer 40 Rd Chesterfield, MO 63005 (636) 534-8433
Otterville
211 E. Grover Street Otterville, MO 65348 (660) 366-4321
Festus
363 Festus Centre Dr Festus, MO 63028 (636) 937-5351
Festus
11860 Gravois Rd Sunset Hills, MO 63127 (314) 394-4900
CLUBS WITHIN THE CLUB
Unleash Your Creativity with Sip and Paint at the West Clubhouse Wednesday, Sept. 22 Gaze into the goldfish bowl to find tranquility with Henri Matisse. Unleash your creativity with a wine glass in one hand and a paintbrush in the other. Your innovative use of color, line, and form like Henri Matisse, will lead you to create your very own mindfulness masterpiece. Our goldfish painting experience is sure to be a fun night out sipping and painting while you get your goldfish obsession on! Presented by B Extraordinaire Gallery, all materials are provided, and no painting experience needed. $60 per person (Signature/Cash Bar) 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. West Clubhouse Register online or call 314-539-4470 to attend. F
Sign Up to be a Vendor at Sip and Shop
Do you have a hobby or business and would like to make a little extra money before the holidays? Become a vendor at the annual Sip and Shop! If interested, please contact MAC Member Lisa York at mlyork@hotmail.com before Sept. 1. Spaces are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. This event, scheduled for Wednesday, Nov. 17 at the West Clubhouse, is open to all Members and guests.
Join the Ballroom Dance Club Want to learn the steps for swing, waltz, tango and other dance forms? The MAC Dance Club has enlisted the help of professional instructor Lucy Fitzgerald to help Members learn how. Tuesday evenings Sept. 14-Oct. 5 Oct. 12-Nov. 2 Nov. 9-Dec. 7 (no class Nov. 23) 6:45-8:30 p.m. | Downtown Clubhouse $60 inclusive per person for Dance Club Members $67.50 inclusive per person for non-Dance Club Members Register online or call 314-539-4470 to attend. F
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CLUBS WITHIN THE CLUB
MAC's Military History Club Discusses the U.S. Navy SEALS
MAC Book Club to Discuss "Ask Again, Yes" by Mary Beth Keane On Aug. 12, the MAC Book Club continues its monthly meetings as Karen Segrist leads the discussion of “Ask Again, Yes” by Mary Beth Keane. In this book, Francis Gleeson and Brian Stanhope, rookie NYPD cops, are neighbors in the suburbs. What happens behind closed doors in both houses—the loneliness of Francis’ wife, Lena, and the instability of Brian’s wife, Anne, sets the stage for the explosive events to come. In Mary Beth Keane's extraordinary novel, a lifelong friendship and love blossoms between Kate Gleeson and Peter Stanhope, born six months apart. One shocking night their loyalties are divided, and their bond will be tested again and again over the next thirty years. Heartbreaking and redemptive, “Ask Again, Yes” is a gorgeous and generous portrait of the daily intimacies of marriage and the power of forgiveness. The Book Club meets at 5:30 p.m. on the second Thursday of the month at the West Clubhouse. Start reading now and contact Genie McKee at evmckee@gmail.com for more information, reservations or to be placed on our mailing list.
MHC Book Club Meeting Details MAC Downtown Clubhouse Tuesday, Aug. 12 5:30 p.m. Email kmaurer@mac-stl.org or register online to attend. F
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On August 24 the Military History Club turns its attention to one of the most elite units of the American military, U.S. Navy SEALs and their companion Special Warfare Combatant-Craft Crewmen (SWCC) as we welcome Commander Grant Mann SEAL (Ret), Executive Director of the National Navy SEAL Museum in Fort Pierce, Florida. Commander Mann has lived the SEALS’ mission. After two tours of destroyer duty, he joined the SEALS, serving in various roles including deployments in support of Operation Desert Shield/ Storm, as well as in Bosnia, Philippines, Iraq, Afghanistan, and East Africa. Since their origin as specially organized maritime commando units during World War II. The SEALS have played their roles in some of the most dangerous and crucial operations. Join us as Commander Mann introduces us to the history and traditions of the SEALS. MHC Meeting Details Downtown Clubhouse Tuesday, Aug. 24 11:30 a.m. F
ROD AND GUN CLUB ATTENDS CLAY CHAMPIONSHIP AT NILO On Saturday, June 25, the MAC's Rod and Gun Club Members and their guests attended the annual Member-Guest Sporting Clays Championship at NILO Farms in Brighton, Ill. F
CWC MEETINGS The MAC offers a variety of Clubs Within the Club to bring together Members with common interests. Apollos Mondays, 7 p.m., Downtown Book Club Second Thursday of the month, 5:30 p.m., West Business Development Group Third Thursday of the month, 7:15 a.m., Downtown Forever Young Club Third Friday of the month, 11:30 a.m., West Invitational Sanctioned Bridge Second and fourth Tuesdays of the month, 6:15 p.m., West Military History Club Fourth Tuesday of the month, 11:30 a.m., Downtown Toastmasters First and third Wednesdays of the month, 5:30 p.m., West For more information, visit mac-stl.org or call DT: 314-539-4470 WE: 314-539-4490 JULY 2021 F 15
August is
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n the spring of 2020, right before the pandemic hit, the Club finished fundraising for the exterior restoration of the Downtown Clubhouse. Because of the support
of our Members, despite the pandemic, the project was completed in the fall of 2020. Since then, philanthropy at the Club has been looking toward the next project to fund downtown with hopes to benefit not only the Members but the City of St. Louis as well.
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PHILANTHROPY AT THE CLUB The MAC's two Foundations, Preservation Foundation and Sports Foundation, fulfill their missions impacting not only at the Club but in the St. Louis community as well. Some of the projects that are on the horizon: hotel room restorations including infrastructure modifications, ladies locker room re-haul and Jack Buck Grille renovation. While not all Preservation Foundation dollars can fund these projects, several infrastructure modifications qualify. The Philanthropy Office at the Club is thrilled to help move these projects forward. There are several ways to support the two foundations at the Club. August is our annual Foundations' Month. For six years, the Club has been memorializing Foundations' Month with signage over the Club, our annual golf tournament and, of course, the green chit. Give to the Foundations throughout August by adding a donation on your chit. In addition, the MAC's raffling off a chance to win an MDX Acura. Buy a raffle ticket online by navigating to Foundations > Donate on the website or buy a ticket by checking the box on your chit. Although the golf tournament is sold out, join fellow Members for dinner on Aug. 30 after the tournament at Glen Echo to bid on auction items. F
2022 ACURA MDX RAFFLE powered by The Preservation Foundation is raffling off a chance to win a three-year lease of an Acura MDX from Mungenast St. Louis Acura. F Three-year, 12,000-mile lease F Nearly a $26,000 value F Select the car color of your choice F *Each raffle ticket is $125 OR 5 for $500 500 tickets available — first-come, first-serve All the proceeds benefit the Preservation Foundation dedicated to preserving our Downtown Clubhouse and other historically significant structures in the City of St. Louis. Fill out the donation form online by navigating to Foundations > Donate on the website or in-person at the West or Downtown Clubhouse. * With approved credit. Property taxes extra. Raffle ticket is not taxdeductible. Subject to availability. Mileage restriction may apply. See dealer for details. This offer is open to MAC Members and staff only. JULY 2021 F 17
M AC YO U T H P RO G RA M S
MAC YOUTH Activities Room In this unique climbing and gaming room, MAC youth ages 5-12 have the opportunity to challenge friends in a climbing race and ascend numerous different fun-themed walls, as well as games on Nintendo Switch and other game tables! This room is equipped with six auto belays with harnesses to make the climbing safe. Sessions are one hour. Session schedule and reservations will be online. Parents will be required to sign a waiver. Children will go through climbing orientation at the start of each session. Reservations are required. Space is limited. Visit the Youth Programs page on the website to stay tuned for more info and opening dates! F
Summer Fun
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This summer, MAC youth summer programs were back in full swing. Kids have had the opportunity to participate in exciting camps such as Sports American Girl Doll Camp (left), Camp MAC (middle), Basics of Staying Home Alone (bottom), Explore STL camp (pictured right) and many more. F
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Bob Barnes 11th Annual Silver Racquet Tennis Championship Saturday, Oct. 23 F 9-11:30 A.M. Members and guests ages 50+ are invited to compete in several rounds of doubles, culminating in a tiebreaker between finalists. Event is complimentary. The day will help promote tennis, allow Members and their friends to have fun, showcase the West Clubhouse and benefit the Sports Foundation and Charitable Society for Children. Contact Tennis Director, Kim Steinmetz at 314-539-4413 or ksteinmetz@mac-stl.org for more information. Visit the website calendar to register. F
MAC Squash Summer Camp Aug. 2-6, 9-13
BEGINNER JUNIOR (ages 7-10) F 8:30-9:30 a.m.
Member $150 F Guest $200 INTERMEDIATE (ages 10-15) F 9:30-11 a.m. Member $300 F Guest $400 ADVANCED (ages 14+) F 12:30-3:30 p.m. Member $425 F Guest $525 To sign up, email Squash Director Alex Ingham at aingham@mac-stl.org. * Players assigned to groups based on ability
MAC Racketlon Event
Saturday, Aug. 7 F 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. This doubles tournament invites layers of all levels to pair up with a partner and play 2/3 rounds in each sport: squash, tennis and pickleball. Your point scores from each sport will accumulate to your team's overall final score. Scoring for all events is one game to 11 points. Entry fee: $60 includes Gatorade, BBQ and a beer token Note for squash: Partners play one international singles game against the opposition. If there is a tie, there will be a special playoff event at the end to decide MAC’s ultimate racquets players.
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MAC WELLNESS
MAC Fall Basketball League
Registration
Registration for the MAC's Fall Basketball League will take place from Friday, Aug. 13, at 8 a.m. to Wednesday, Sept. 1 at 8 p.m. This year, the Downtown Clubhouse will have two basketball leagues: F The Open league that plays on Monday and Tuesday Nights F The Over 40 league that will play on Wednesday nights. Members can participate in both leagues if they choose as long as they meet the age requirement for the Over 40 league. Contact Scott Mattingly at smattingly@mac-stl.org for more information or to register.F
Shoeshine Special Downtown Three shoeshines are available for the price of two at the Downtown Clubhouse. Members will pay for two shoeshines and receive their third shoeshine for free when they bring in three pairs of shoes to be shined (all three pairs must be brought in at the same time to receive the special). Shoeshines are available Downtown in the Athletic Department MondayFriday from 5:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Members can also drop off their shoes in the Athletic Department anytime during operating hours, and they will get shined the next day that shoeshine is open. F
Downtown Athletics Labor Day Hours
The Downtown Clubhouse Athletic Department will be closed on Monday, Sept. 6, in observance of the Labor Day holiday. It will reopen again on Tuesday, Sept. 7 with regular hours.
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My test lasted less than 10 minutes. I learned a lot of valuable information in regards to my cardio training. I burn 100% of my calories from fat when my heart rate stays between 118-126 BPM and burn 8.9 calories per min. I was shocked. I also learned that I reach an anaerobic threshold at 167 BPM. Paul explained to me that this is when I stop burning carbohydrates (stored sugars) for energy. I burn more calories per minute (22.9) at 176 BPM but 0% from fat. I can train at a lower/less stressful level and achieve the results I am looking for! ” — Colin Tully
Metabolic Assessments at the MAC
Learn how your body burns calories most efficiently when doing cardio with metabolic assessments at the West Clubhouse.
Testing - Active Test with monitor- $190 F Active test No HR monitor - $125 F Active retest- $90 F Resting Metabolic Test - $130 F Resting retest - $80
To set up an assessment, contact Paul Helfrich at phelfrich@mac-stl.org or 314-539-4453.
MELISSA SWANK The MAC welcomes Melissa Swank. Swank is a Board-Certified Health and Wellness Coach (NBC-HWC) and an Integrative Nutrition Health Coach (INHC). She holds a Master's degree in Public Health from Boston University and spent nearly two decades working as a public health professional in cancer research, childhood obesity prevention, and health and wellness education for children and families. She strongly subscribes to prioritizing prevention and works with clients using a “whole-person“ approach to develop healthy habits that improve the quality of their lives and lead to better health outcomes. Since she and her family are current Members of the MAC, Swank acutely understands the culture of the Club. She works to support Members in reaching their own personal health and wellness goals by providing a platform for accountability, structure, and growth. Swank is now available for Members to book. She will offer four-, eight- and twelve-session coaching packages. For pricing and packages, please contact Paul Helfrich at 314-539-4453 or view the website.
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E D U C AT I O N S P E C I A L S E C T I O N
GET SMART
These private schools make an impact on St. Louis education.
CHAMINADE 425 S. Lindbergh St. Louis, MO 63131 314-692-6656 Chaminade College Preparatory School educates young men, grades 6-12, in the Marianist tradition. The school’s motto is ESTO VIR, “Be A Man." The Esto Vir journey is a path that includes spiritual, educational, and social development. Everything at Chaminade is created from the perspective of how young men learn, build relationships, and see the world. Chaminade’s mission is to build a student’s inherent skills, gifts and talents while realizing their potential as men. Chaminade offers Academic Scholarships, need-based grants, and endowed scholarships to assist in making a Chaminade education affordable for as many families as possible.
Learn more by visiting chaminade-stl.org.
A Day and Boarding School for Boys in Grades 6-12 in the Marianist Tradition
ESTO VIR - BE A MAN!
Latin for “Be A Man”, Esto Vir is not just a writing on the wall or words on our seal. It reminds us that the purpose of a Marianist education is to identify and develop the full range of gifts and talents that God has placed on each person. Esto Vir calls the young men of Chaminade to take responsibility, take initiative, make the right choices and as said by Fr. Chris Martin ‘97, “Become the man the world needs you to be”. VISIT CHAMINADE! Call 314-692-6650 to schedule your individual family tour. Chaminade College Preparatory School 425 S. Lindbergh Blvd. St. Louis, MO 63131 www.chaminade-stl.org
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COMMUNITY SCHOOL 900 Lay Road St. Louis, MO 63124 Community School is an independent preschool and elementary school serving families with children age 3 through sixth grade. Community’s 7:1 student-to-teacher ratio allows for personalized attention and active, experiential learning. Our seasoned faculty engage students through a curriculum that integrates academics, the arts, leadership, service, and more. Ready to connect? You can view a video tour of our beautiful 18-acre campus, explore 360° classroom photos, hear from teachers about different grade levels, and chat with current parents – all from the comfort of your home. We also invite you to register for our November Open House event. Call us at 314-991-0005 or go to: www.communityschool.com/visit
Superior Academics Research-based curriculum engages students in active and developmentally appropriate learning. Achievement test scores are among the highest in the nation.
Experienced Faculty 7:1 student-to-teacher ratio with two or three teachers in every room.
Stellar Arts Drama, Music, Art, Band, and Woodshop programs complement and enrich the academic curriculum.
Focus on Character
Connect With Us: Fall 2021 Open House Saturday, November 6 Nurturing the Gifts of Mind, Body, and Spirit
communityschool.com | 900 Lay Road | 314.991.0005
Compassionate service learning, leadership development, and public speaking programs help build tomorrow’s leaders.
Expansive Green Space 18-acre campus, fields, trails, pond, and new Treehouse classroom allow students freedom to explore their world.
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From the marble dance floor, to the crystal chandeliers, to the dazzling smiles,
MISSOURI ATHLETIC CLUB WEDDINGS
Amenities for Members and guests include: F Event space to accommodate up to 400 guests F Onsite catering for fine dining, wedding cakes, and more F More than 75 hotel rooms F Shuttle service F Complimentary garage parking
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AROUND THE CLUB
What's On the Web? Though most people have heard about the MAC's new website and app, Members may not know what these new offerings mean for them. Many areas of the website may look familiar to Members, as we opted to keep the appearance and navigation largely the same to prevent confusion. The new branded app now has the functionality to allow Members to view menus, register for classes, childcare, camps and more, as well as view all your bookings in the same place. Remember the username and password you created for the website will be the same credentials used to log in to the app. As with all website launches, we will be working diligently to ensure there are no glitches or faulty areas of the site, but if you should encounter something that’s not functioning properly, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us at webmaster@mac-stl.org. We’re striving to create the best online experience for our Members, and we appreciate your patience as we make this transition! Join the more than 1,300 Members who have already downloaded the new app. F
Questions about Registering? For information about the new website, see the June edition of the magazine.
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Classics and Cocktails powered by
View Members’ classic car collections while networking and sipping on cocktails. Prizes included! To register a car, contact Charley Baine at 314-255-3241. Limited to first 60 cars! Event is complimentary. Thursday, Oct. 21 F 4:30-7 p.m. F West Clubhouse Register online or call 314-539-4490 to attend. F
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BAKING MEMORIES with Icing Smiles
Who knew giving back could be so delicious? Through their partnership with Icing Smiles, the MAC's catering team has been on a mission to create decadent cakes for families of children with critical illnesses. They believe that each birthday is a large milestone for the children, so the parents choose the flavor and theme, and the MAC team can get as creative as they wanted. This marble cake with vanilla buttercream frosting was created for a little boy celebrating his first birthday. In order to make this extra special, our pastry team created an Elmo smash cake as well! "I was really excited to be able to participate in this charity because I was able to do something I love and help someone at the same time. I really agree with the mission statement of icing smiles and just wanted to help make this little guy's birthday as special as possible," said Katherine Acker, MAC pastry chef. F
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Women of
Distinction Luncheon Since 2011, the Missouri Athletic Club has annually honored six women from the St. Louis region who have demonstrated tremendous vision in business/ professional, civic engagement, philanthropic programs and mentorship. Our honorees have made a significant impact in many different ways, but mostly through demonstrating excellence, growth, grit/determination and empathy. In 2021, the MAC will continue the tradition of honoring six women from the community and one Rising Star. The Rising Star should be someone 35 years of age or less who is leading the next generation of professional women to new heights. Friday, Oct. 1 Keep an eye out for further details about how to attend this year's event. F
Enjoy a Magical Night at the
Father-Daughter Banquet There is little doubt that fathers and daughters often hold a special place in each others’ hearts. The MAC both cultivates and celebrates this special bond with the annual Father-Daughter Banquet. Thursday, Aug. 12 5:30-7 p.m. F Reception, pictures, carriage rides 7-8 p.m. F Dinner 8-10 p.m. F Dancing $35.95 plus Club charge for ages 12 and over $26.95 plus Club charge for ages 11 and under Register online. Carriage rides are $10 per person. Reservations for carriage rides are required and can only be made by phone at 314-539-4470.
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AROUND THE CLUB
MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: Rich Eveld CD: Tell the MAC about yourself. RE: Born and raised in Saint Louis. I am a golfer , part-time rancher and a huge sports fan. CD: What activities are you involved in at the Club? RE: I am presently using the facilities for working out and social activities. CD: What are your favorite Club events? RE: My favorite Club events are the boxing nights, the rooftop parties, and holiday get-togethers. CD: Do you have any favorite memories at the Club? RE: My favorite memories are Monday evenings at the Jack Buck Grille with the friends I have made at the Club. CD: How long have you been a Member of the Club? RE: I have been a member for about eight years. CD: Why did you join the MAC? RE: I joined the MAC because of the friendships and convenience that the Club has to offer. Ever since joining I have felt welcome. The staff and personnel always go above and beyond in their duties and friendships. CD: Tell us a bit about Prevent Sprain Socks and your position within the company. RE: Just as it says on my business card, I am the Emperor of Midwest Health Consultants (MHC). For decades, MHC has developed safety programs in hospitals to ensure the safety of caregivers, staff and patients. Our programs have lowered the accident and injury rates in hospitals by 95%. We felt we had the right formula and knowledge to bring this new product, Prevent Sprain Socks, to the United States. With our hospital background and personal experience with sports and multiple interviews with physical therapists, athletic directors, and coaches we determined that athletic gear was lacking when it came to the ankles until now. Prevent Sprain Socks were engineered and
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designed by medical professionals due to the countless debilitating ankle injuries that happen every day. In Europe, this technology has been used for the past few years in both professional and recreational sports as well as in the military. Prevent Sprain Socks have built-in tension straps to support and stabilize the ankle as well as many other benefits. CD: Did you found the company? RE: Three decades ago, I started Midwest Health Consultants with my company’s motto being: Cost Savings Through Safety. CD: How do Prevent Sprain Socks measure up against other socks? RE: We have been asked numerous times about our socks compared to other athletic socks. Almost all traditional athletic socks are considered part of a uniform. Our socks on the other hand are considered safety equipment. This is comparable to a baseball cap and a batting helmet. A baseball cap is part of the uniform, but the batting helmet is safety equipment. Prevent Sprain Socks are the evolution of ankle protection. The new standard of ankle support in sports in the future will be this sock. CD: Why are our socks good for MAC Members and their families? RE: Unfortunately, none of us are getting paid to play sports. You think your job is aggravating – try it on crutches! Whether you are playing tennis, racketball, handball, exercising, or etc. ankle protection is extremely important to keep you on your feet. I always say…Safety doesn’t cost it pays. CD: Why are you passionate about your product? RE: Growing up many times we had to play with inadequate sports equipment. For example, in high school, my football thigh pads were Reader’s Digest Magazines. It saddens me to see young athletes of any age on the sidelines because of an injury that could have been prevented. CD: What’s your experience been here? RE: When I call the corporate office (me) to complain about me, to fire me, I realize all I’ve got is me. F
Jackson MilleR IS Born to Run Jackson Miller has been running toward success for years – and he’s only 12. Jackson, the son of MAC Members Katie and Josh Miller, started running track and field when he was young and got serious about it in fourth grade. He just finished sixth grade and recently qualified for the National Junior Olympic Track & Field Championships, which took place the last week of July on the University of North Florida campus in Jacksonville. The speedy preteen was the Amateur Athletic Association Ozark District Champion in three events: the 400-meter dash, the 800-meter run and the 1,500-meter run. Jackson qualified for the Junior Olympic Championships by besting his peers in several meets before making it to the regional qualifiers, where he qualified for the national event. Proud dad Josh noted that Jackson was unbeaten in all three events all year. “It’s a competitive process,” Josh said. “We’re biased parents, but for a kid to qualify in any event is a pretty significant deal. For him to win all three (regional qualifiers) in the same year… it doesn’t happen very often.”
The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic hampered schools’ and clubs’ abilities to host track meets, but the Miller family stayed in shape by playing soccer, running and biking. They’re an active bunch with an athletic background: Josh ran track in college, and Katie, who’s played tennis her whole life, won the singles championship at the MAC three years ago. “We just want him to be successful and find something he has passion in,” Josh said. “He’s also pretty much a straight-A student and played soccer with the St. Louis Scott Gallagher Soccer Club.” Katie echoed that sentiment, saying that she just wants the best for Jackson. “He puts a lot of pressure on himself like most successful people in any arena. I get nervous as a mom because I just want him to do well, but we don’t put a lot of pressure on him,” she said. “I just want him to be happy (running).” F Editor’s note: Though results were not available at the time this printed issue of the Cherry Diamond went to press, check our social media channels to find out how Jackson did!
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A FIREWORK
Fourth of July
What started as a cloudy early morning made way for a hot and sunny America’s Birthday Parade this Independence Day. After not having the event in 2020, Members jumped at the chance to participate in this exciting event. To start the day, families and friends gathered in the Sportsman’s Club for a pre-parade breakfast. More than 25 Members and their kids gathered to ride aboard the float in the parade and hand out soccer stress balls to the crowd. F
SPORTSMAN'S CLUB BUFFET For those who haven't been to the Downtown Clubhouse recently, the Sportsman's Club buffet is back up and running! Members can enjoy a delicious meal from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Friday on the fourth floor. F
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Art Society
The MAC Art Society is a new interest group of Members committed to discovering, preserving and promoting the Club’s beloved art collection of paintings, prints and sculptures installed across both Clubhouses. The MAC Art Society is comprised of 55 Charter Members, and we encourage any interested Members to join us! Charter Members contributed $200 each to purchase art for the MAC. All MAC Members are invited to become Charter Members of this group. The dues for the MAC Art Society will be $20 per annum per family. This new group will host events and communicate information and insights about the Club’s art collection to the larger Membership. Please contact Kara Kelpe in the Membership Department for more details or to become a Charter Member of the Art Society, kkelpe@mac-stl.org F
Summer Law Clerk
M E M B ERSH I P PROGRAM
The MAC offers a special summer Membership opportunity for summer law clerks interning at local law firms! On June 9, the Membership Department hosted a reception for Members of the MAC legal community to welcome summer law clerks and representatives from their respective law firms to meet and mingle in the Art Lounge to kick off our 2021 Summer Law Clerk Membership program. The evening was wonderfully successful, resulting in 11 new Summer Law Clerk Membership commitments. The MAC offers a special individual three-month Membership opportunity for summer law clerks, as an enhancement to their respective law firm’s summer associate intern program. During June, July and August 2021, these new Summer Law Clerk Members enjoy access to both MAC locations and experience the many social and professional networking benefits found at the Club. Members who see one of the new summer law clerk members around either Clubhouse this summer are encouraged to say hello! The Club is already planning for 2022, so if Members would like for their law firm to consider this opportunity, they can reach out for more details to Kara Kelpe in Membership, kkelpe@mac-stl.org or 314-539-4408. F ABOVE: FIRST SUMMER LAW CLERK RECEPTION WITH JUDGE MATT SCHELP SPEAKING.
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MEMBERS MAKE MERRY AT MID-SUMMER On July 21 of 1951, Members of the MAC gathered in the Missouri Room for their annual Mid-Summer Dinner Dance. They were treated to a banquet-style menu of baked Maine lobster, roast larded beef tenderloin, demi-glace or chicken breast along with cold vichyssoise and a peach sundae for dessert. Hal Havird and his popular band of musicians were welcomed back to the Club to provide music for the attendees. They played their scintillating tunes for the dancers until 1 a.m. The dinner was served from 8:30 until 10:30 p.m. At several of the larger tables around the dance floor groups attired in formal dress were celebrating birthdays and anniversaries. F
HAPPY
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Mark your calendars for the upcoming MAC Happy Hours. In addition to serving up great drink specials, these events are a great opportunity to meet new BUSINESS & PROFESSIONAL DIRECTORY members and introduce friends and colleagues to the Club. No reservations are required.
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