Missouri Athletic Club, Cherry Diamond, February 2022

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IN THIS ISSUE

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Nominations for Board of Governors The Nominating Sub-Committee is currently seeking qualified candidates to run for the 2022 Board of Governors. Letters of intent are due by March 1.

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MISSOURI ATHLETIC CLUB

Member Jim Lally discusses the influence the MAC has had on him and his family, his career at Enterprise Bank & Trust and his involvement in the St. Louis community.

Good Fellowship Day has been a cherished event by Members since the 1930s. This year’s Good Fellowship Day will be on Saturday, Feb. 19 in the Downtown Clubhouse.

2022 CSC Charities Announced

On Jan. 7 the Hermann Trophy was awarded to Florida State senior Jaelin Howell and Georgetown junior Dante Polvara.

18 Athletics

4 President’s Column

21 Youth Programs

5 Foundations

22 Wellness

5 General Manager's Column

25 Around the Club

8 Membership

33 Snapshots

The Cherry Diamond Vol. 116/No. 2 (USPS: 102-560) is published monthly by the Missouri Athletic Club, 405 Washington Ave., St. Louis, MO 63102, (314) 231-7220.

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Class of 2022 Julie Ahrling, Matt Gross, Angie Minges, Duke Niedringhaus, Aaron Pawlitz Class of 2023 Steven Albart, E. Tracy Beckette, Brent Beumer, Justin Fowler, Christopher Swank Class of 2024 Carter Alexander, Mark McClanahan, Cheri McLaughlin, Mark Niemeyer, Neal Perryman

ON THE COVER

2 Upcoming Events

To advertise, contact Kelsey Sims at 314-539-4459 or ksims@mac-stl.org.

Officers Angie Minges – President Aaron Pawlitz – Vice President Julie Ahrling – Second Vice President Duke Niedringhaus – Secretary Matt Gross – Treasurer

Hermann Trophy Awards

D E PA R T M E N T S

Publisher – Angie Minges Director of Communications – Jim Wilson Content Marketing Manager/Managing Editor – Kelsey Sims Communications Coordinator - Marina Fanning General Manager – Wallace L. Smith

Board of Governors

The 2022 CSC Charities are Kellsie’s Hope Foundation, Covenant House and Girls on the Run.

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Cherry Diamond Staff

Member Spotlight

Good Fellowship Day

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Founded in 1903

The MAC will host Good Fellowship Day on Saturday, Feb. 19 in the Downtown Clubhouse. Good Fellowship Day has been a longstanding event with years of history honoring MAC athletics. Members will be able to participate in fitness classes, competitions and more.

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MAC MASTERPIECE @macstlouis

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Scotch Tasting

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MAC Valentine’s Ball

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Father-Son Banquet

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Enjoy a night of flowing food stations, drinks, live entertainment and dancing at the Valentine’s Ball.

Black tie optional.

6 p.m. – Cocktails 7 p.m. – Food stations open 8 p.m. – Live music and dancing $125 per person $85 per Associate

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Join the MTS for a special Scotch tasting.

6:30-8:30 p.m.

MTS Members: $40 per person plus Club charge Others: $45 per person plus Club charge

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.

MAC Speaker Series: Karl Rove

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The MAC welcomes author, Fox News contributor and former White House Sr. Advisor and Deputy Chief of Staff Karl Rove to speak on politics today. This event is presented by Enterprise Bank & Trust. Price includes program, dinner and cocktails.

5:30 p.m. - Cocktail reception 6:30 p.m. - Dinner 7:30 p.m. - Program $95 per person for Members and their guests $75 per person for MAC Associate Members $35 per person for MBA Students

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Fathers and sons are invited to enjoy a special night at the Downtown Clubhouse with special guest, Shawn Eric Williams, former Marine, current Merrill Lynch Advisor.

6 p.m.

Adults (12 and up) - $36.95 plus Club charge Child (11 and under) - $19.95 plus Club charge

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Come to the Downtown Clubhouse for a day of fitness, competitions and fellowship.

9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Lunch will be provided in the Sportsman’s Club from 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

This event is free for Members to attend. Make reservations for classes in advance via the Downtown Fitness Calendar.

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Have a knockout time at the annual MAC Boxing Championship. Price includes cocktails, cigars and dinner.

6 p.m. – Cocktails and cigars 7 p.m. – Dinner 8 p.m. – Boxing Event is sold out.

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Irish Whiskey Tasting

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St. Patrick’s Day Parade

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Join the Mark Twain Society for a night of whiskey tastings. Price includes tasting, cigars, hors d’oeuvres and raffle prizes.

6:30-8:30 p.m. $42.50 per MTS member, plus Club charge $46.50 per person, plus Club charge for Others

Take a ride on the MAC float and pass out candy and goodies to the crowd.

11 a.m. – Depart from Downtown Clubhouse 12 p.m. – Parade begins Register online or contact Katie Maurer at kmaurer@mac-stl.org to ride aboard the float.

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Happy Hour “Fat Tuesday”

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Membership Mixer

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Celebrate Mardi Gras in the Sportsman’s Club with a special happy hour sponsored by the MAC PAC Social Club. Attendees can look forward to Cajun hors d’oeuvres and drinks. MAC PAC Social Club Members will receive one complimentary drink.

5:30-7:30 p.m.

Event is complimentary to attend

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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.

register for events DT 314-539-4470 F W 314-539-4490

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 one-third charge.

All events held in the Missouri Room require business attire unless otherwise specified.

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LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT anuary was an exciting month for me! I started the MAC’s Commit to Fit Program, the Board of Governors had a great Saturday half-day work session focused on our branding initiative and succession planning, the MAC hosted a successful Hermann Trophy Awards, we had a magical wine dinner and most importantly, the Board of Governors elected the 2022/23 officers. What an amazing month at the MAC! The election of our officers is a very special night for the Board of Governors and an important part of our governance process at the MAC. In the past, this election was held every March. However, the election was moved to January to allow for continuity with the “transfer of power”. I personally don’t view the change in officers as a “transfer of power”. I view it more of a passing of the torch…. Olympic Style! (I’m a sports girl, so of course I tend to use sports terms.) The current Board of Governors and all previous Boards have done a fantastic job of delivering continuity from year to year, with a focus on doing what is best for our Members. Each Board has built upon the plans and foundation past Board have laid! I want to personally thank the current Board of Governors for their outstanding commitment to the MAC and congratulate the new officers as they continue their Board service with focus on evolving our Club to meet the needs of our Members. The Board of Governors are true leaders and I’m so proud to work alongside all of them. The 2021/2022 MAC officers are proud to pass the torch to another outstanding group of leaders. Congratulations to these 2022/2023 MAC Board of Governors officers who will take office in May F President – Brent Beumer F First Vice-President - Tracy Beckette F Second Vice-President – Justin Fowler F Treasurer – Steve Albart F Secretary – Chris Swank As I’ve mentioned previously, the Board of Governors have been hard at work on our Branding Initiative.

With insights learned from the Board retreat at the Detroit Athletic Club, work with our consultant BigWideSky, and the hard work of our task force, the Board of Governors have evolved our mission and vision statements. Through focus groups used in this process, Members highlighted an opportunity for us to more clearly articulate a compelling vision and mission that could provide a foundation for our growth strategy as well as provide us with a well-designed brand position.

Our intent is to use our vision and mission to make intentional decisions. We plan to share the statements with you very soon. Thank you, Governor McClanahan and the branding task force, for leading such an exciting and important initiative.

I’d also like to thank every Member who participated in our Member survey. The Board of Governors and the Planning Committee are evaluating the results and developing an action plan to address our Members’

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changing wants and needs. We will be providing a recap of the results in a future Cherry Diamond. Until then, please know the Board of Governors appreciates the feedback and is hard at work evaluating next steps.

February at the MAC will be just as exciting as January, I know! Make sure to mark your calendars for these great February events.

F Speaker Series: Karl Rove – Feb. 11 F Valentine’s Ball – Feb. 12 F Father-Son Banquet - Feb. 16 F Boxing Night – Feb. 24 MEMBER HIGHLIGHT: This month, I would like to thank the entire Membership Committee and Membership Staff for their commitment to the MAC. In January of 2021, our Member count was at its lowest with just 2,130 Members.

However, thanks to our Member sponsors, the Membership Committee and Membership staff, we are pleased to announce that as of now we have 2,482 Members, the highest it’s been since 2010!

Thank you for your tireless efforts to engage new and current Members. We are lucky to have such a dedicated group focused on our membership. It’s because of your work that we have positive results to share! Please join me in thanking the following committee Members for their selfless service. The MAC is a better place because of each one of you!

Membership Committee Chairman - Duke Niedringhaus, Justin Fowler, Carter Alexander, Brad McLaury, Carrie Burggraf, Karlos Ramirez, Eric Banks, Micah Mills, Mike York, Jenna Oesch, Tom Streib, Harry Pettey, Tim Maynard and Margaret Pate White.

I always look forward to writing my Cherry Diamond articles.

I enjoy sharing insights into the hard work of those involved in Club leadership with Members. If you are interested in joining a committee or running for the Board of Governors, please reach out to any of the following members of the Nominating Sub-Committee: Chairman PP Kevin Cantwell, Vice-Chairman PP Dan Lett, PP Gary Wideman, PP Mike Hackett, PG Judith Hanses, PG Mark Brandom, PP Brent Kaniecki, PG Chris Michalak, PG Greg Beekman, Bill Swoboda, Jenna Oesch and Leonard Adewunmi. I am incredibly grateful for my time on the Board and hope others see the value of Club leadership.

I hope you have a wonderful February at the MAC. If you see me around the Club, make sure you stop me and introduce yourself. I’m excited for the future of the Missouri Athletic Club and proud to tell everyone I am a Member of this premier Club.

Angie Minges, President Missouri Athletic Club

MAC FOUNDATIONS CORNER | Leaving a Legacy

2022 is Here And it’s Time to Start Thinking about New Things!

HAVE YOU EVER THOUGHT ABOUT REMEMBERING THE MAC IN YOUR ESTATE PLAN? Many Members have named the MAC in their will or trust As we begin 2022, we invite you to do the same! Your planned giving will help ensure the future of the MAC as a thriving Club.

Our Club’s future depends on YOU, and we sincerely appreciate your support.

To discuss giving opportunities or for estate planning assistance, contact: Larry Absheer Director of Advancement 314-604-3890 labsheer@mac-stl.org

We appreciate your generosity …

it matters!

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LETTER FROM THE GENERAL MANAGER he Missouri Athletic Club is a great organization because of its Members, and you, its Members, are great for many reasons, but especially for your exemplary generosity. Even during the pandemic, you have continued to display this amazing kindness. There is no better example of this than the money we raised for our three 2021 Charitable Society for Children charities: Sleep in Heavenly Peace, Sweet Babies and Caring for Kids.

At the CSC Check Presentation, which took place on Jan. 22, we were proud to announce that we donated more than $12,500 to support each of these deserving charities (more than $37,500 total). I would like to personally thank CSC co-chairs Nat Walsh and Jarid King for their dedication to raising money, awareness and more for these worthy causes.

This generosity extends beyond the work of the CSC though. In the month of December, MAC past and present governors Carter Alexander, Justin Fowler and Jeff Moore donated their time to the Youth and Family Center — helping to share the spirit of our season with our downtown neighbors by passing out gifts generously donated by the Board of Governors and the Club.

Another exciting MAC partnership in the works is Urban Golf of Greater St. Louis. Our Member Alex Brockman introduced the Club to their cause last May as a possible connection for the Club’s Sports Foundation.

This organization, led by Jerome Harris, prepares youth in urban St. Louis to be successful beyond high school and exposes them to the vast golf community. Under the umbrella of PGA Reach, this program strives to help high school students in downtown St. Louis public schools connect with other individuals around the game of golf and see possibilities outside their borders after high school. Jerome will be a special guest speaker at this year’s Golf Club Kickoff, which will take place this spring.

Currently, Urban Golf is looking to build more champions for these students. In an ongoing effort to give options to Members who love golf and want to give back, we invite you to donate golf equipment, time or even sponsor a uniform for these young players. We are so excited about the opportunity to partner with this impactful program and will be sharing more details soon. Through these projects and many more, our Members continue to prove their exceptional character in the Club and throughout the local community!

Throughout the last few months, the Club has been working to devise a strategy for growth and Member

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enhancement as we entered 2022. Possibly the most important part of this process was refocusing the mission of the MAC, which is to be an entity that creates extraordinary experiences in all aspects of Club life in the spirit of excellence, service and tradition. Looking forward, the Club is certainly taking steps toward creating these experiences.

One such step is through the Jack Buck Grille renovation, which will provide for an enhanced dining experience in the Downtown Clubhouse. Historically, the Grille has been the spot for Members to connect especially before and after Cards and Blues games. With that in mind, we are happy to announce that we are on track to reopen by the Cardinals’ Opening Day this spring. We are sure that the enhancements to the Grille will help enhance your gameday experience. For more information on plans for the Grille, see page 29.

Another step is continuing to recruit new Members who share these values, much like the ones I talked about earlier in this article. I know that each month, President Minges has been highlighting exceptional Members who are doing amazing things for the Club and community, and I have highlighted various staff who have done the same. This month, however, it would be unfair of me to highlight just one staff Member as the entire Membership team deserves a shoutout.

In the month of January, Membership Director Rodney Stoyer, Membership Development Executives Sami Lipkowitz and Kara Kelpe and Membership Administrative Assistant Becky Gan processed 93 new Club Members! Throughout the last two years, they developed and executed a five-step plan to gain new Members and bring back ones who had taken a leave of absence or resigned. This plan surpassed expectations as, at the time of writing this, we are just 25 new Members away from reaching our cap of 2,500 Members!

Well done team!

As we head toward this Membership cap, we hope you will continue to introduce Exceptional New Members who share our values of tradition, community outreach and excellence! F See you at the Club!

Wally Smith, General Manager Missouri Athletic Club

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Gogel, Jeremy of The Gogel Law Firm and Gogel, Holly Gowens, Kelly of Mercy Hospital Henning, Christina of Mackey Mitchell

New Members from

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Krinski, Casey of Health and Human Services Kruke, Kyle, self-employed LaRue, Shane of St. Luke’s Hospital Leonard, Jeffery of The Gatesworth Communities and Leonard, Barbara of Tetra Tech

Adams, Moira of Engraphix

Marischen, Gregory of Marischen Insurance Agency LLC and Marischen, Danielle

Allen, Christopher of Allen Injury Law, LLC and Allen, Katherine of Francis Howell School District

Mason, Spencer of David Mason & Associates and Mason, Jenae

Barlow, Charlene

McLaughlin, Daniel

Barnes, William of NAI DESCO and Barnes, Darby

Merkel, Bailey of Redfin Corporation

Bennett, Laura of Express Scripts/Cigna Brandt, Whitney of Barnes Jewish Hospital Brinkmeier, Matthew of Div Hospitalist Medicine and Brinkmeier, Jennifer of Div Pediatric Otolaryngology Brown, Andrew of Inotiv Company and Brown, Nicole of Cintas Corporation

Rawan, Brittany of Glow Girl Color Bar Rodgers, Bradley of World Wide Technologies Smith, Kevin of Hurster Smith/ Weiss Insurance and Smith, Stacey Smith, Sean of New Millennium Building Systems Spalitto, Peter of West County Dentist and Spalitto, Susan

Budde, Christopher of the U.S. Navy and Budde, Marlane

Stonecipher, William of Deloitte Tax LLP

Carley, Tom of Mid-America Gold & Commodities

Travis, James of Newmark Zimmer and Travis, Kathryn of Villa Duchesne/ Oak Hill

Chulick, William of Edward Jones Davis, Dwight of Wildwood Roofing Doyle, DeEtta of Cisco Systems Engle, Tricia of Allergan Medical Fechner, Alex of Advertiser’s Printing Company and Fechner, Anna

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Vlieks, Wendy of Nestle Purina and Vlieks, Erik of Cognizant Wiggins, Jason of JW Mechanical LLC and Wiggins, Kathryn of JW Mechanical LLC Wolf, Timothy of Brown & James, PC and Wolf, Lori of ADP, Inc.

Meet the MAC’s Next

CLUB OFFICER S The newest class of Club officers was announced on Jan. 13.

Congratulations to the next President Brent Beumer, First Vice President Tracy Beckette, Second Vice President Justin Fowler, Secretary Chris Swank and Treasurer Steve Albart. Their terms will begin in May. F

LEFT: STEVE ALBART, TRACY BECKETTE, BRENT BEUMER AND JUSTIN FOWLER (CHRIS SWANK NOT PICTURED); RIGHT: CURRENT PRESIDENT ANGIE MINGES AND PRESIDENTELECT BRENT BEUMER

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NOW ACCEPTING NOMINATIONS

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Get a Taste of MAC Membership Thursday, Feb. 3 F Downtown Clubhouse F Register online This month’s Membership Mixer will be Feb. 3, 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the Downtown Clubhouse. All Members are invited to bring a new, prospective member to learn more about the Club, interact with the membership committee and Board Members and take a tour of the Clubhouse. Members should not miss out on this opportunity to showcase the reasons they joined the Missouri Athletic Club to prospective Members. F

The Nominating Sub-Committee is currently seeking qualified candidates to run for the 2022 Board of Governors. Don’t miss this rewarding chance to give back to your Club.

Not only is it a way to give back, but the experience is extremely rewarding. You will: F Bring value-add to the MAC through your leadership F Board Leadership helps drive the direction of the Club through Strategic Planning F Work with other Board of Governors to manage the property, affairs, and business of the Club F Work closely with staff to continue to enhance the Members’ experience F Represent the Members and their interests F Develop a deep camaraderie with other Members as you continue the legacy of the MAC through your leadership.

F Have fun!

If you are interested in running, contact any of the following members of the Nominating Sub-Committee: Chairman PP Kevin Cantwell, Vice-Chairman PP Dan Lett, PP Gary Wideman, PP Mike Hackett, PG Judith Hanses, Bill Swoboda, PG Mark Brandom, PP Brent Kaniecki, PG Chris Michalak, PG Greg Beekman, Jenna Oesch and Leonard Adewunmi.

If you have questions about what Board service is all about, feel free to contact any current Governor or Past Governor. They are more than happy to answer questions and share experiences.

Your letter of intent is due on or before March 1, 2022.

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After several delays due to material shortages, the Essential Network Technologies team has completed the fiber optic cabling phase of the wireless networking project at the West Clubhouse!

We are now scheduling the start of Phase 2 which includes equipment installation, configuration, and testing.

Several wireless access points will be replaced with new dual-band, 802.11ac Wave 2 access points designed to support high-speed, high-density networks utilizing Wave 2 technology to reach an impressive 2+ Gbps aggregate throughput rate.

We appreciate your patience during this next phase as you may experience short temporary interruptions to the

wi-fi and internet services at the West Clubhouse while we reconfigure the network and install the new access points.

Stay tuned for updates on exciting technology upgrades!

- Rick Garrett, Director of Technology F

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Stay Up to Date with the MAC on Social Media

Are you following the Missouri Athletic Club on social media?

The MAC is making updates to improve social media content. All social media accounts will reflect the West and Downtown Club locations and the exciting events that occur. Members will find videos highlighting friendship, fellowship and MAC camaraderie.

Club photos and videos will be the focus of MAC social media accounts going forward. All accounts will strive to give others an inside look at what the MAC entails. Followers will see fewer stock images and more media featuring the devotion Members have to the Club. Each Member has their niche within the Club, and it is important to showcase that every Member truly finds another place to call home at the MAC. On Instagram, Members will see more videos as well as live updates during larger events. When the MAC is tagged in posts, followers can view the various posts in MAC Instagram stories.

For those who may have missed an Instagram story, click on the MAC Instagram profile to view saved stories. These saved stories or highlights will feature live updates, fitness classes/instructors, weddings, events, dining and more. Members can find similar content on the MAC Facebook in addition to event photo albums.

The MAC Twitter account will be used to update Members on the MAC’s involvement in the community, important alerts and retweets that mention the MAC. Lastly, Members can visit the MAC YouTube channel to find long- and short-form videos that show MAC spirit in action.

The MAC social media accounts will be consistently updated to give Members and prospective Members an accurate representation of the energy at the Club. Prospective Members can expect to see the personalities that make up the Club and why being part of the MAC is so special. Videos are a great way to add life to the many memories that are being made at the MAC, so don’t be shy when it’s your turn to showcase life at the Club. Members are encouraged to like, comment, tag, retweet and interact with the MAC social media platforms. To make it easy, you can find the MAC on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and YouTube by searching @MACStLouis or Missouri Athletic Club. F

Register Your License Plates to Park in the Downtown Garage If they have not already, Members who use or plan to use the Downtown Clubhouse parking garage will need to register their license plates with the Club. To do so, log into the website and navigate to Member Central > License Plate Form.

To register more than three vehicles or have any questions, contact the Club at garage@mac-stl.org.

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MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: Jim Lally Jim Lally, President and CEO at Enterprise Financial Services Corp (the parent company of Enterprise Bank & Trust), is a longstanding Member of the Missouri Athletic Club. He is a St. Louis native who takes great pride in attending high school and college in his hometown. For this family man, the Missouri Athletic Club has played a huge role in the lives of his four children and wife, Laura.

Lally expressed, “This is home,” regarding MAC. Many years ago, Lally caught wind of the Club while he was working in downtown St. Louis. He had a friend who worked at the Club and declared that MAC was the spot to be. Lally recalled seeking more information and ultimately decided to join MAC in 2003 – the Club’s 100th anniversary. He remembered how special it was for new Members during such an influential time at the Club.

MAC provides Members with a tremendous number of professional opportunities, and Lally knew he had to be part of the organization. Lally has guided people to a lifetime of financial success through Enterprise Bank & Trust since he joined MAC. Lally said Enterprise Bank & Trust takes pride in how they continue to help families with their major financial decisions. “We are focused on privately held businesses, their owners and their owners’ families.

The secret to our success is recruiting others to our team who share the same passion” said Lally.

Like MAC, Enterprise Bank & Trust regularly gives back to the St. Louis community through community development, diversity and inclusion programs, education through Enterprise University and much more. Lally encourages professionals and business owners to join Enterprise University (enterprisebank.com/eu) to take advantage of the no-cost business training courses, which are taught by experts in their fields. “We’ve invested in this program since 2004, and I’m proud that we have welcomed more than 30,000 people to our courses,” said Lally.

Outside of Enterprise Bank & Trust and MAC, Lally is involved in the St. Louis community, finding it important to be involved in the community in which he is living. He is a current member of the St. Louis Aquarium Foundation Board, the Gateway Arch Park

Foundation Board of Trustees, the Wallis Companies Board, and the Cardinal Glennon Children’s Foundation. He proudly represents the MAC throughout all his community involvement.

The Club continues to house top-tier business people in the St. Louis community. While Lally can find a few co-workers at MAC, Enterprise Bank & Trust also supports the Club through various events. Lally guarantees every time he is in either Clubhouse, he may have an accidental run-in with another Member that, without question, results in a follow-up conversation. He sees his business and social life bump into each other at the Club that, in return, creates a genuine connection. “[The] Club allows you to be who you are at all times,” said Lally.

MAC is never short of hosting a long list of truly incredible and memorable events. Lally said he always looks forward to the Jack Buck Awards, the main event that helps him kick off his holiday season. He remembers all the amazing St. Louis sports stars that have graced the event throughout the years.

New to the event list this year, Enterprise Bank & Trust is sponsoring the MAC Speaker Series. Lally is thrilled to bring a mix of speakers to create an interesting dialogue. The series will bring a unique element to MAC with a wide range of speakers and interest groups. Lally is looking forward to the first speaker of the new year, Karl Rove.

Lally initially viewed MAC as a club for older businessmen, but now he speaks first-hand about the Club’s family-oriented atmosphere. Lally and his family are regulars at both clubhouses, utilizing the workout facilities and the wonderful dining and social options. Even after 20 years, Lally said he and his family “Use the Club with great pride.” As a long-time Member, Lally and his wife Laura are excited to see families of all ages at MAC. Without question, Lally said the number one highlight of his membership at MAC is spending time with his kids. The MAC provided a place for the Lally family to connect on something they love—basketball. When his children were younger, you could always find him on the basketball court practicing drills with his kids on a regular basis.

“These moments were about much more than improving their skills. It gave me time to listen to what was going on in their lives and really connect with them at a vulnerable time in their lives.”

In addition to sports, the Lally family celebrates birthdays and other special occasions at the Club. The Club truly holds a special place in the hearts of the Lally family.

“The Club always allows you to be who you are and gives you a chance to do many different activities,” said Lally. He adds that he can always trust that the service is always top-notch at MAC, and he is confident that MAC will maintain the camaraderie he has enjoyed for many years to come. F

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M AC S P E A K E R S E R I ES F E AT U R ES

Karl Rove

Presented by Enterprise Bank & Trust Friday, Feb. 11 F Downtown Clubhouse The MAC welcomes author, Fox News contributor and former White House Sr. Advisor and Deputy Chief of Staff Karl Rove to speak on politics today. Price includes program, dinner and cocktails.

5:30 p.m. F Cocktail Reception 6:30 p.m. F Dinner 7:30 p.m. F Program $95 per person for Members and their guests $75 per person for MAC Associate Members $35 per person for MBA Students Register online or call 314-539-4470 to attend. F

Father-Son Banquet A Night to Celebrate the Men in Your Family Fathers, sons and grandfathers are invited to enjoy a special night at the Downtown Clubhouse on Feb. 16 at 6 p.m. for the Father-Son Banquet. Special guest, Shawn Eric Williams, former Marine, current Merrill Lynch Advisor and father of three boys will be the featured speaker for the evening.

Williams will speak on his notable career as a Marine and officer in the United States Marine Corps to inspire the young men of St. Louis. He received many remarkable awards throughout his naval career including the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal, Commendation Medal and two Meritorious Service Medals during his five tours of duty.

Williams was then selected to represent the U.S. Marine Corps as a Marine Exchange Officer to the United States Air Force. He was later awarded the Afghanistan Campaign Medal and the Combat Air Medal, to name a few, for his professional achievement during the many tours as part of the United States Marine Corps.

The evening will consist of a reception, dinner and program. Sons in attendance will receive a limited MAC logo hat. For adults and those who are 12 and up, the event will be $36.95 plus a Club charge and for children 11 and under the event will be $19.95 plus a Club charge. Members can register online, call 314-539-4470 or email downtownevents@mac-stl.org. F FEBRUARY 2022 F 15

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GOOD FELLOWSHIP DAY Two of the most historic pillars of the MAC are camaraderie and athletics.

On Saturday, Feb. 19, the MAC will once again host one of its most treasured traditions, which brings together those two pillars. What started as the Hall of Health’s Year-End Jamboree in 1933 has blossomed into a full-fledged event featuring fitness classes, competitions, wellness offerings and a complimentary lunch buffet in the Sportsman’s Club.

“Good Fellowship Day is one of the longest standing traditions here at the Club,” said Athletic Director Jeff Tuhro.” “It originally started to thank all of the fifth-floor locker holders for their support and a way to get together and promote camaraderie.”

Despite its changes over time, Good Fellowship has always been a day to bring together Members young and old to celebrate the spirit and camaraderie of the Club and thank all of the users of the Club’s fitness and athletic facilities and their families with a fun day of sport.

It is also a great way, especially for new Members, to check out all of the athletic, fitness and wellness opportunities at the Downtown Clubhouse, while getting to know other fellow Members through classes and healthy competition.

These events are fun for both skilled athletes and novices alike who just want to try something new in a judgment-free environment. After working up an appetite, Members will gather on the fourth floor for food and drinks.

“Good Fellowship Day is one of the longest-running events/traditions at the MAC,” said Downtown Assistant Athletic Director Rick Schneider.

This event is a great day to simply come down to the Club, get in a workout or participate in a class, then have lunch while chatting it up with fellow Members.

“Members used to bring in wild game that they had killed, and our chefs used to take it and cook it up for the event. When I started they used to serve the food and drink up here on the basketball court, bring up chairs, food, kegs, etc., but then we got smart and realized how much easier it is to do it in the restaurant on the fourth floor where everything already is,” said Schneider.

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GRAB YOUR RACQUETS Junior Academy squash Future Stars (ages 7-10) Tuesday 3:45-4:30 p.m.

Saturday 2-3 p.m.

Sunday 1-2 p.m. Match Play High Performance (ages 11-15) Monday 4-5 p.m.

Wednesday 4-5 p.m.

Saturday 1-2 p.m.

Elite Academy (ages 13+) Monday 4-5 p.m.

Wednesday 4-5 p.m.

Saturday 1-2 p.m.

Ladies' Squash Ladies’ Squash Social Clinics 6:30 p.m.

Feb. 9, March 9 and April 6

Adult Squash Club Championship Singles Feb. 7-18 (quarters, semis, finals 16-18) Club Championship Doubles Feb. 2- March 3 (finals March 2 and 3)

March Spring Break Camp The junior spring break camp will run from March 14-18 and March 24-25. Beginning juniors (ages 7-10) will be 8:309:30 a.m. at $150 for Members and $200 for guests. The intermediate group (ages 10-15) will be 9:30- 11 a.m. at $300 for Members and $400 for guests. Advanced squash players will be 12:30-3:30 p.m. at $425 for Members and $525 for guests.

For more information, contact Alex Ingham at aingham.@mac-stl.org.

Beginner Junior (ages 7-10) 8:30-9:30 a.m.

Member $150 Guest $200 Intermediate (ages 10-15) 9:30-11 a.m.

Member $300 Guest $400 Advanced (ages 14+) 12:30-3:30 p.m.

Member $425 Guest $525

Join the MAC’s Junior Tennis Program Pickleball League The pickleball league is almost full for the first session. The session will be held on Monday nights beginning Jan. 31 and will run for 10-weeks. The league will be all doubles play and points will accrue over the season.

Players can expect a new season this summer.

For more information, contact Conner Stevenson at cstevenson@mac-stl.org.

Racquetball League The racquetball league will be singles play beginning Jan. 10 and will run for 10-weeks.

Weekly matches will be assigned and scheduled by the players. There will be a season tournament to officially mark the end of the season. Seeding will be done according to the record. Players can expect a new season this Summer.

For more information, Contact David Fuhrig at dfuhrig@mac-stl.org.

Join the MAC’s junior tennis program this winter. The current session runs from Jan. 4-Feb. 27, but players can join at any time. This session’s classes are beginning to fill up, so sign children up today. Clinic days and times are the same and are posted online.

Most kids will be on spring break in the month of March. To accommodate those on spring break, there will be a month of clinics that are pay as you come from Feb. 28-March 27.

The next official session will start on Monday, March 28.

TENNIS TIP

By Kim Steinmetz With cold weather upon us, we are reminded of the importance of warming up our bodies before playing tennis; doing two things will really help. First, make it a habit to set aside 15-20 minutes for stretching. If you do an activity like yoga, that’s great, but an at-home routine is good too; simply stretch your muscles to the point of what one would call “good pain” and hold for 20 seconds.

You determine which muscles need it the most and how strong to stretch. You’ll feel better the rest of your day for it! Once you get to the MAC for tennis, take five to 10 minutes to warm up aerobically; walking, jogging, spinning, jump roping - all are good and important to get the body warmed up and ready for tennis.

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TENNIS PROFESSIONAL HIGHLIGHT

Margaret Shapiro Margaret Shapiro is a St. Louis native. She attended high school at St. Joseph’s Academy and went on to play college tennis at Rollins College in Orlando, FL. Shapiro came back to St. Louis after college and found her passion in fitness and tennis. She has been an employee of the MAC since 2015. Shapiro enjoys working with Members of all ages in both departments. She was recognized as employee of the quarter on Jan. 12.

Members really enjoy Junker in both tennis and fitness. She teaches private lessons and works with juniors and adults in tennis clinics. Members describe her as friendly, patient and knowledgeable. One of Shapiro’s beloved classes is the 5:30 a.m. cardio class called “Shred,” one of the most popular classes in fitness. F

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YO U T H P RO G RA M S

Just For Kids Although it is still wintertime, youth Members are already looking forward to summer and the exciting camps that it brings for them.

Earlybird registration for Camp MAC and Preschool Camp opens on Feb. 1 at 9 a.m. and runs until March 28. With early registration, Members will receive $10 off of the normal rates of these camps. If Members have not signed up already, they should visit the MAC website and navigate to Youth Programs > Summer Camp.

There they will find a link to sign up for their classes.

In addition to Summer Camps, be on the lookout for more information on Spring Break Camps coming soon on the Youth Programs page on the website. F

Summer Camp MAC

Preschool Camp MAC

During Camp MAC at the West Clubhouse, children in grades K-6 will enjoy fun-filled days of tennis and squash lessons, pool time, games, arts, crafts and fun Friday activities.

F May 31- Aug. 19 F Runs weekly F Kindergarten to sixth grade F Open to Members and guests F Full-day: F Member: $215 per child per week F Guest: $270 per child per week F Half-day: F Member: $135 per child per week F Guest: $170 per child per week F Register on the Youth Programs page.

During Preschool Summer Camp, children will enjoy games, sports, water play, stories and movies. All children must be potty trained.

F May 31- Aug. 19 F Runs every other week F Half-day options only F Ages 3-5 F Members only F $170 per child per week F Register on the Youth Programs page.

Specialty Camps and Adventure camp info will be updated on the MAC site as it’s available.

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MAC WELLNESS

A MESSAGE FROM OUR PARTNERS PHYSICAL THERAPY – GET BACK TO LIFE WITH SSM HEALTH PHYSICAL THERAPY Injuries can happen at any moment – on the playing field, in the workplace, in your car or even in your home. Without timely treatment, recovery can often become a slow, painful process.

Physical therapy uses a variety of evidence-based treatments and physical exercises to begin the rehabilitation process at the onset of injury or pain. Through these treatments and exercises, physical therapy can efficiently and effectively strengthen your body, reduce pain and prevent future injury.

SSM Health Physical Therapy’s highly trained, licensed physical therapists use a variety of evidence-based treatments and physical exercises that may help: F Decrease pain and irritation F Improve function F Increase mobility and flexibility F Build strength F Speed your recovery F Reduce the risk of future injury What to expect You will be evaluated by a physical therapist and receive a personalized plan of care designed to meet your individual

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recovery needs. Your plan may include: F Instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization F Manual therapy techniques F Proper posture education F Stretching and strengthening muscles F Therapeutic exercises and activities At SSM Health Physical Therapy we offer: F MAC West Clubhouse location, exclusive to Members and their families F 80+ convenient locations throughout the St. Louis Metro Area F Appointments within 24 to 48 hours F Dedicated customer service Next Steps Schedule a visit with the MAC’s resident SSM physical therapist, Jay Zaber. Please call 314-822-3205 or stop by the clinic for assistance scheduling. The clinic can be found in the West Clubhouse near the Youth Activity Room.

At the time of scheduling, Members will receive an email of the paperwork to complete prior to your appointment. Often, treatment will begin during the first appointment, which will be 45-60 minutes.

Staff will review Members' JAY ZABER plan benefits received from their insurance company. Additionally, they bill the insurance company on Members' behalf and work to collect the amount owed. This would include the deductible, coinsurance, co-pay or any service not covered by the insurance plan. Contact the insurance company before the first appointment to confirm therapy services. F

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MAC West Training staff is dedicated to helping Members reach their fitness goals. Each of the trainers has their unique methods of training but can handle training all Members. They train youth athletes as young as eight yearsold , senior Members up to 90+ years of age, Members with injuries/ returning from injuries, Members needing nutrition guidance and metabolic testing and people just wanting an overall results. We look forward to working with you in 2022! F

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DOUBLE ELIMINATION

Basketball

Tournament The MAC’s Double Elimination Basketball Tournament begins the week of March 21 and runs for four weeks. Games will be held at the Downtown Clubhouse Monday through Thursday nights. $80 per person, includes entry to the annual Basketball Banquet on April 4.

Online registration runs from Feb. 10-March 10. Register early as space is limited.

Contact Scott Mattinglywith any questions at smattingly@mac-stl.org.

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Need a Valentine’s Day gift for that someone special? Skip the chocolates. From Monday, Feb. 7 through Sunday, Feb. 13, all Members can take an additional 20 percent off the already reduced MAC prices in both the Downtown and West Clubhouse Pro Shops.* *Excludes lululemon products

AROUND THE CLUB

T H E CSC PR E SENTS THE 2022 CHAR I T I E S The Missouri Athletic Club Charitable Society for Children’s* mission is to provide financial assistance to local St. Louis children’s charities and to give time and resources to the community. The charities are nominated by Members and employees of the MAC. The Covenant House welcomes all youth who are runaway, trafficked, at-risked, or experiencing homelessness with unconditional love, absolute respect and a place to call home. Beyond shelter and basic needs, they deliver transformative solutions to help young people ages 16 to 24 build productive, independent and sustainable lives.

The nominations are presented to the Charitable Society for Children Committee, which then chooses the three beneficiaries for the year.

The CSC voted and decided on Covenant House, Girls on the Run and Kellsie’s Hope Foundation to be this year’s sponsored charities.

Girls on the Run inspires girls third through eighth grade to be joyful, healthy and confident using a fun, experiencebased curriculum, which creatively integrates running.

Underscoring the important connection between physical and emotional health, this program addresses the whole girl at a critical age when society begins to tell them what they can and cannot do.

Kellsie’s Hope Foundation provides HOPE to families that have children suffering from cancer by offering immediate support through trips and gifts (wishes) that might otherwise be unattainable. They are also dedicated to raising awareness and funds to support childhood cancer research and support the education of healthcare providers with an annual nursing scholarship.

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*The CSC Committee is a permanent committee of the MAC Sports Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization recognized by the U.S. Internal Revenue Service, which is eligible to receive tax-deductible donations.

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USWNT STAR CRYSTAL DUNN POSES WITH 2021 HERMANN TROPHY WINNERS JAELIN HOWELL AND DANTE POLVARA

Jaelin Howell and Dante Polvara Awarded Hermann Trophy U.S. National Team Star Crystal Dunn was the Featured Speaker Soccer fans filled the MAC on Jan. 7 to watch the presentation of the Hermann Trophy to the top male and female college soccer players in the country for the 2021 season. Florida State senior midfielder Jaelin Howell (Lone Tree, Colo.) and Georgetown junior midfielder Dante Polvara (Pleasantville, N.Y.) received the MAC Hermann Trophy — a 10-pound crystal soccer ball — as National Players of the Year in NCAA Division I Men’s and Women’s soccer based on voting conducted by NCAA Division I coaches.

In addition to her Hermann Trophy win, Howell was named ACC midfielder of the year for the second straight season. The Florida State team captain earned United Soccer Coaches All-America and TopDrawer Soccer Best XI First Team honors. She scored the game-winning goal in the semifinals of the NCAA Tournament and made her PK in the National Championship game, helping Florida State claim their third National Championship. Howell becomes the sixth player to win the Hermann Trophy a second time on the women’s side, joining Mia Hamm, Cindy Parlow, Christine Sinclair, Morgan Brian, and Catarina Macario.

This year’s runners-up for the women’s award were

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Brigham Young senior midfielder Mikayla Colohan (Kaysville, Utah) and Santa Clara senior forward Kelsey Turnbow (Scottsdale, Ariz.).

On top of his Hermann Trophy win, Polvara was named the Big East Conference Midfielder of the Year for the second straight season. The Hoyas team Captain was an All-Big East Conference selection, United Soccer Coaches All-American, and recorded three game-winning goals this season. He was recently also named to the United Soccer Coaches Division I Scholar All-America first team as a Finance major at Georgetown.

Runners-up for the men’s award were Clemson senior defender Oskar Ågren (Malmö, Sweden) and University of Washington senior forward Dylan Teves (Kailua, Hawai’i).

Former Hermann Trophy Winner and U.S. Women’s Team star, Crystal Dunn returned to the Club this year as the featured speaker. Dunn reflected on her time as the ACC Offensive Player of the Year at the University of North Carolina, the most versatile player of the Women’s National Team in the 2019 World Cup, and her experience as an international player with Chelsea Ladies FC during her live interview with Bill McDermott. F

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AROUND THE CLUB

Ladies’ Lunch and Coffee Group The Ladies Lunch and Coffee group will meetand-eat lunch in the Sportsman’s Club at the Downtown Clubhouse on Feb. 16 at 11:30 a.m.

This group provides an opportunity for female Members to gather and discover, or re-discover, shared interests and connections through the club. Whether they have recently joined the MAC or have been a Member for years, all women are invited to meet one another each month and enjoy their Club together!

Members can RSVP to Kara Kelpe at kkelpe@mac-stl.org or 314-539-4408 or register online from the event calendar. F

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Big Changes are Happening for MAC Dining Jack Buck Grille Renovations are Underway This January, the Jack Buck Grille doors officially closed to start renovations. Previews can be seen in front of the restaurant doors to allow Members to visualize the new restaurant design. The new interior, by Design Expressions Brenda Jones, stays true to the original Jack Buck Grille feel with modern touches to give Members the ultimate dining experience in downtown St. Louis. Member should be on the lookout for more Jack Buck Grille updates on social media, MAC in a Minute and the website. Until its reopening, Club Members are directed to the Sportsman’s Club on the fourth floor for dining at the Downtown Clubhouse.

Members can look forward to the Jack Buck Grille is getting a total facelift with a refreshed design to mirror the Downtown Clubhouse lobby and the feel of our 1903 bar West. There will also be a new HVAC smoke system above the bar, kitchen

upgrades, bar upgrades, new TVs and much more! In the month of January, the Grille was demolished, the floor was resurfaced, tables were sanded and stained, a walk-in cooler and new HVAC were also installed among many other things.

The Jack Buck Grille has always been a welcoming oasis for Members and their guests whether for casual dining or a special celebration. Located on the first floor of the Downtown Clubhouse, the Jack Buck Grille features three distinct dining opportunities in one location: the Jack Buck Bar & Grille, the Jack Buck Dining Room and the Rendezvous Room. Two smaller alcoves are for intimate dinners, birthday parties or rehearsal dinners. Members can look forward to all the old charm of the restaurant with a refreshed look and amenities.

As of the time of print, the Grille is on track to be completed

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CLUBS WITHIN THE CLUB

The Forever Young Club Takes Missouri’s Capital City by Storm

This past Christmas season, the Forever Young Club visited Jefferson City, Mo. While the Forever Young Club members toured the newly renovated Capitol building, the sounds of joyous carols being sung by youth choirs reverberated along the marble walls.

Completed in 1871, the Governor’s Mansion was FYC members’ next stop for an elegant luncheon, impeccably served by incarcerated prisoners training for jobs to prepare for their release. Wearing turn of the twentieth-century fashion, the Governor’s Mansion guide explained that the Christmas trees in each room reflected a separate era in the mansion’s history.

The sweeping circular grand staircase encased in poinsettias encircling the splendid Missouri First Ladies’ tree made for an impressive memory.

The change in atmosphere was dramatic with the next stop at the Missouri State Highway Patrol Museum. Vintage Highway Patrol cars dating to the origin of the Patrol in 1931 impressed the FYC with the time the Highway Patrol has served Missourians.

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As a bit of trivia, FYC learned that in April 1933 home movies left behind by Bonnie and Clyde as they escaped a raid on a Joplin area apartment by Highway Patrol and other authorities led to the couple’s identification and demise in Louisiana in May 1934.

The visit to the stately Missouri Supreme Court building left FYC with an enhanced understanding of the Judiciary Branch’s role and its importance in the administration of justice. The extensive law library available for researching cases was striking.

Justice Mary Russell, a 2014 MAC Woman of Distinction, captivated FYC with the intricacies of administering judgement according to Missouri law.

As with all Forever Young Club trips, ice cream must be the last stop! The group celebrated in style at the famous Central Dairy established in 1920. The current 1934 building maintains its period ice cream parlor where FYC enjoyed an overly generous serving of award-winning ice cream before returning to St. Louis. Numerous Christmas lighting displays along US Highway 50 capped off the group’s long day as FYC made their way back to St. Louis. F

Join the MAC's Ballroom Dance Club This Month The MAC Dance Club is holding dance lessons again on Tuesdays from 6:45 to 8:30 p.m. in the Downtown Clubhouse. Again, professional dancer and instructor Lucy Fitzgerald will instruct various types of dance including foxtrot, swing, waltz, rumba and chacha. This Club requires a partner. Contact Jim Sheets if interested in being partnered up.

Do not wear rubber sole shoes to the lessons or bring a good pair of dance shoes you can change into at the lessons. Call Jim Sheets at 314-353-8000 with any questions or to register.

Tuesday evenings | Downtown Clubhouse Feb. 8-March 8 (no class Feb. 22) March 15-April 5 April 12-May 3 May 10-24 $120 per couple for Dance Club Members $135 per couple for non-Dance Club Members

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

MHC Welcomes Serhii Plokhy On Feb. 22, the Military History Club welcomes Harvard University Professor, Serhii Plokhy, author of the new book Nuclear Folly: A History of the Cuban Missile Crisis.

Drawing on archives sealed from the view of earlier historians, Professor Plokhy has deviated from prior narratives as he unveils a series of misunderstandings, miscalculations, rogue actors and political strategies that brought the world to the brink of nuclear Armageddon before steering off the road to catastrophe. Join the MHC as they dive into these crucial days in world history.

Meeting Details MAC Downtown Clubhouse Tuesday, Feb. 22 11:30 a.m.

Register online via the CWC calendar. F

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 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

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Canvas Cowboy Named Artist of the Month Feb. 2012

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Ron Hauser or, “The Canvas Cowboy” was the featured artist of the month in the February issue just 10 years ago. He was known to include his Native American Heritage as well as influences from Oklahoma, Texas and Southwestern Missouri in his art. Hauser had a traveling western art gallery titled, “Painting for a Purpose,” to honor his youngest grandson Christian who was on life support since birth and a quadriplegic. His featured painting of the show was named “Cowboy Up” showcasing his grandson horseback riding at the Therapeutic Horsemanship in Wentzville, Mo. Hauser, a St. Charles man, continues to paint honoring his love for Western art. You can follow Hauser on his Facebook page or visit ronhauserartist.com. F

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5 1 Carlos and Noemi Arraya enjoy their evening at the wine dinner.

2 MAC employee Igor Sahbaz sands the floor of the Jack Buck Grille that is under renovation.

3 Governors Mark Niemeyer, Cher McLaughlin, Carter Alexander and Neal Perryman pose with a phone representing Mark McClanahan who could not attend the election.

4 Pat Corich, Don Nies, George Marvin, Jill Padua play bridge. 5 Kurt Witzel, Cathy Beckette, Judith Hanses and Tracy Beckette pose for a photo at the Sleight of Hand Wine Dinner.

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