Missouri Athletic Club, Cherry Diamond, February 2021

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Basketball Tournament

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In Memory of Helen Shopmaker

Founded in 1903

Learn about the exciting life of distinguished MAC Member and avid golfer, Helen Shopmaker.

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MISSOURI ATHLETIC CLUB FEBRUARY 2021

Cherry Diamond Staff

New Club Officers Elected

Publisher – Dan Lett Director of Communications – Jim Wilson Content Marketing Manager/Managing Editor – Robyn Dexter Communications Coordinator – Kelsey Sims General Manager – Wallace L. Smith

Congratulations to the newest Club officers, who will take their posts this May.

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

Finding Love at the Club MAC staff who found their life partners at the Club share their heartwarming stories in time for Valentine's Day.

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Paying It Forward

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Board of Governors

The top proposer of 2020 enjoyed even more Club benefits through the Platinum Card Referral Program.

Officers Dan Lett – President Nat Walsh – Vice President Jeff Moore – Second Vice President Gene Frederic III – Secretary Cheri McLaughlin – Treasurer Class of 2021 Gene Frederic III, Daniel Lett, Cheri McLaughlin, Jeffery Moore, Nat Walsh

D E PA R T M E N T S

Class of 2022 Julie Ahrling, Matt Gross, Angie Minges, Duke Niedringhaus, Aaron Pawlitz

ON THE COVER

2 Upcoming Events

20 Athletics

This fall, the MAC introduced a new

4 President’s Column

24 Wellness

Platinum Card Referral program,

6 General Manager's Column

26 Youth Programs

which provides Members with the

7 Security Update

28 Clubs within the Club

opportunity to earn $500 in Club

8 Financial Report

31 Foundations

credit per referred Member accepted

9 Membership

32 MAC Past

to the Club. Learn more about it on

19 Financial Reports

33 Snapshots

pages 16 and 17.

Class of 2023 Steven Albart, E. Tracy Beckette, Brent Beumer, Justin Fowler, Christopher Swank

The Making of an CONNECT

MAC MASTERPIECE @macstlouis

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UPCOMING EVENTS

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Mardi Gras Party

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Celebrate the holiday with dinner, drinks and dancing at the Downtown Clubhouse. Formal attire requested, masks are encouraged.

6 p.m. – Reception 7 p.m. – Dinner 8:30 p.m. – Program and Dancing $125 per person Register online or call 314-539-4470.

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Membership Mixer

Join the MTS for their first annual Cornhole Tournament to help raise funds benefitting MAC Sports Foundation. Teams of two, each team must have a Member. Price includes cornhole tournament, college basketball game watch, food stations, tournament prizes and garage parking.

11:30 a.m.-4 p.m.

Eads Room (Cigar Lounge) Missouri Room (Event) $30 per person Register online or call 314-539-4402.

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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. Light appetizers, beer and wine are complimentary.

5:30-7:30 p.m.

To attend, contact Rodney Stoyer at rstoyer@mac-stl. org or 314-539-4429 or register online.

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Superbowl Party

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Watch the Superbowl with the MAC’s newly formed MAC PAC Social Club.

4:30-9:30 p.m. $42 per person, Social Club Members $46 per person, non-Social Club Members Register online or call 314-539-4470.

Edrington Single Malt Whisky Tasting DT Join the Mark Twain society for an Edrington Single Malt Whisky Tasting. Price includes tasting, cigars provided by Jon’s Pipe Shop, hors d’oeuvres and garage parking.

6:30-9:30 p.m. $35 per person, Social Club Members $39 per person, non-Social Club Members Register online or call 314-539-4470.

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MARCH 4

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. Light appetizers, beer and wine are complimentary.

5:30-7:30 p.m.

To attend, contact Rodney Stoyer at rstoyer@mac-stl. org or 314-539-4429 or register online.

N O W ACC E P T I N G N O M I N AT I O N S

POSTPONED Preservation Foundation Gala

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In order to make sure all can attend the Preservation Foundation Gala, the MAC has decided to postpone it until the fall. More details to come.

Boxing Night

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To help maintain social distancing during one of the MAC's biggest events, MAC Boxing Night is now scheduled to take place on June 10. More information to come.

Good Fellowship Day

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One of the MAC's most historic events, Good Fellowship Day has been postponed due to local restrictions currently in place. The Club will announce a future date once local guidelines allow.

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2021 Board of Governors The Nominating Committee is currently seeking 10 qualified candidates to run for the 2021 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 unique skills and abilities F Work with other MAC leaders and teams toward a shared goal F Have the opportunity to work with our professional and hardworking MAC staff F Gain further satisfaction in helping to educate other Members about this great Club F Gain much more value from your Membership.

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, please contact these Members of the Nominating Committee: Chairman Keith Phoenix, Kevin Cantwell, Mike Hackett, Becky Kingston, Joel Karsten, Benjamin Yousef, Brett Benyo, Judith Hanses, Eric Banks, Candace Hyams, Bill Swoboda and Jeff Wehmer 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, 2021.

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mac-stl.org No shows will be charged in full.

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LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT reetings, fellow Members. It’s hard to believe January is history, and we are nearly one year into the pandemic. We are pleased that St. Louis County eased restrictions and our West Clubhouse can again serve food and beverages. More importantly, this allowed the Club to recall most of the West employees from furlough who are back providing outstanding service to our Members. The staff at our Downtown Clubhouse also continues to safely offer nearly all the customary services and amenities to our Members. The MAC is open!

Our Club remains on solid financial footing despite the headwinds of the pandemic. The Club slightly outperformed budget through the first four months of the fiscal year. This is due in large part to the loyalty and resilience of our Membership, bold action by the Board, and successful efforts by Staff to manage expenses while providing quality services to our Members within the restrictions imposed by St. Louis City and County.

Member spirit and engagement remain strong!

Our Members yearn for entertaining events and merriment. Preparations are underway for a Super Bowl Party on Feb. 7, sponsored by the MAC PAC Social Club, and the Mardi Gras Masquerade party on Feb. 13. Feb 20 features the first annual MAC Cornhole Tournament.

Join the Mark Twain Society and the Sports Foundation for a cornhole tournament, college basketball game watch party, food stations and prizes. The Missouri Room at the Downtown Clubhouse will hold these events with plenty of room for social distancing and adherence to all CDC guidelines. Note that the Club will reschedule Good Fellowship Day, one of the great MAC annual traditions typically held in February, once the City’s rules permit all of the activities normally enjoyed on that day.

At a Special Meeting of the Board on Jan. 14, the Governors elected the 2021/2022 officers of the Club: The 106th President and first female President in the 118-year history of the Missouri Athletic Club is Angie

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Minges; the First Vice President is Aaron Pawlitz; the Second Vice President is Julie Ahrling; the Secretary is Duke Niedringhaus and the Treasurer is Matt Gross.

Congratulations to Angie and an exceptional class of leaders. Our Members can be confident this class will provide strong leadership for the Club as we transition beyond the pandemic.

Continuity of fervent leadership is vital to sustain the Club’s future. The Board of Governors works closely with General Manager Wally Smith and staff to deliver premium experiences to our Members as well as plan for the future of the Club. Prospective Governor candidates may submit letters of intent to the Nominating Committee through March 1. Election campaigns begin April 26, the Board class is elected May 6, and the new Board term begins May 20. Members interested in serving can contact a member of the Nominating Committee for an information packet.

While uncertainty lingers, we remain optimistic about 2021 and the prospects of a steady return to our customary routines, including the premier athletic, dining and social activities that we enjoy immensely at our Club. The hockey season has started, baseball is on the horizon, and outdoor activities will present themselves again soon. In the meantime, we savor the services and amenities currently accessible at the Club and the ongoing opportunity to cultivate the relationships with our fellow Members. The Board continues to engage Membership to reimagine the future of our Club and proactively plan to ensure the Club continues to thrive for future generations. I look forward to seeing you at the Club soon. F

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Our Club remains on solid financial footing despite the headwinds of the pandemic.”

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LETTER FROM THE GENERAL MANAGER lthough there’s not a lot of capital projects going on currently at the MAC, we’ve been busy behind the scenes upgrading our systems to make for a more seamless experience at the Club!

The first thing we did for the Downtown Clubhouse was an overall assessment of security to figure out where we had some shortcomings and areas we could improve upon, which ended up creating a domino effect. We started with upgrading all of our hotel room locks on the doors that were antiquated. The new fobs feature new technology, and because of this, we had to go ahead and upgrade our front-of-house software for the hotel. In the process of doing that, we upgraded the locks on the doors around the perimeters of the Downtown Clubhouse and access into and out of the building.

Garage operations are going to be changing, too, with the additional of several new equipment components that will be all automated and allow us to track what cars are coming and going. We have new lights going up in between the garage and the Clubhouse building so we have a safe walkway.

We’ve also hired armed police and security guards for big events to give our Members and guests peace of mind as they cross between the garage and the building. At this point, we’re probably one of the safest blocks in Downtown St. Louis, and having the Federal Reserve as our neighbor definitely helps.

In line with all of these upgrades, we’re going to be changing website vendors in March. The new website will feature improved functionality and will make signing up for classes and making

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reservations much easier than it has in the past. The new website will also consolidate and streamline our whole billing process. This means we’re going to need to have our Members go in and update their profiles so we can kick off this new website with a clean set of data. Keep an eye on your emails and upcoming Club communication on how to do that in the coming weeks.

Tied to the new website will be a new MACbranded mobile app that will also streamline the Member experience. The app will allow Members to make reservations, pay bills, check schedules, browse menus and more – all on the go. We’re also hoping to make the app be your access in and out of the garage, so keep an eye out for that added feature, too!

These are all things we’ve been working on behind the scenes, and there are a lot of moving parts at play. All of it is aimed at having a safer, more secure building that you feel comfortable coming down to and enjoying.

The MAC is on the move and has been since 1903.

We came together as an all-men’s Olympic club originally and introduced our first female Member in 1988: Jackie Joyner-Kersee. In 2021, we have our first female President in Angie Minges. She takes office in May, and we know she’ll do a great job.

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Wally Smith, General Manager Missouri Athletic Club

Due to West Clubhouse Food and Beverage closure in November, we have credited any unused minimums for December and the Membership classifications that have minimums baked into their dues. These credits will be showing up on your statements. We intend to do this through February and reevaluate at that time. F

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SECURITY The MAC has been busy continuing to implement new security and safety features at both Clubhouses over the course of the past several months.

Wiring for new cameras was installed with the West Clubhouse Phase Two work in 2019 and early 2020, and the cameras are now up and fully operational both inside and outside the Clubhouse.

They’re monitored 24/7 by the Downtown Clubhouse security desk and can also be viewed by Darrin Harnetiaux and the folks at Hackett Security.

In Downtown St. Louis, the entire Downtown Clubhouse is also under 24/7 surveillance. In addition to the dozens of cameras installed throughout and around the Downtown Clubhouse, the Club has implemented cameras at the front of the building with a view of Washington Avenue. Additional cameras were installed down the 4th Avenue side heading north, along with in and around the outside of the garage, providing a peripheral view of the garage building. Upon entering the Downtown Clubhouse at the Lucas Street entrance, guests are also able to see some of the security footage that’s projected on a newly installed monitor in

the hallway near the security desk.

New lights have been installed in between the parking garage and the Clubhouse building, ensuring the crosswalk and that section of Lucas Street are well-lit and easily accessible no matter the time of day. Uniformed police officers continue to greet people and ensure the safety of those crossing in between the garage and Clubhouse building for large events.

Garage operations will be shifting in the coming months, with the addition of equipment that will further automate entering and exiting the garage. A new system will check license plates and take photos of drivers so the MAC security team is privy to who’s coming and going. It will also make things easier for those using the garage.

The MAC administration and Downtown Security Task Force are continuing to explore efforts to maintain the security of the Clubhouse and the area around it. Members are encouraged to come visit and enjoy the variety of amenities available, including dining and fitness facilities. The Downtown Clubhouse is open and in full operation according to St. Louis City safety protocol. F

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FIRST QUARTER FINANCIAL REPORT he first quarter of the Club’s fiscal year ended Nov. 30, 2020. Although the first-quarter results are significantly less favorable than last year, they are ahead of budget despite continued restrictions stemming from COVID-19. Highlights include:

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West Pro Shop revenue was $51,000 ahead of budget and $10,000 ahead of last year Tennis revenue came in $30,000 more than planned The bottom-line performance for Downtown Food & Beverage was $11,000 ahead of budget General Clubhouse, Administrative and General, and Repairs and Utilities expenses were nearly $175,000 less than plan and $340,000 less than last year Net Operating Cash Flow (net income before depreciation) totaled $85,000 which was $177,000 better than budget, although $567,000 less favorable than last year

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Total dues-paying Members of 2,174, down 238 from last year’s 2,412 The line of credit balance at the end of November was $75,000 Long-term bank debt of $6,314,000

Looking ahead, it is anticipated that December’s financial performance will be more favorable than budget despite the temporary closing of West’s indoor dining during one of the busiest times of the year.

The Club’s Finance Committee, Board of Governors and senior management have been proactive in identifying strategies to ensure our financial stability.

Rest assured, we have already implemented several of these strategies and have others in the wings if needed.

Remember, your Club is open and provides exceptional value in a safe environment. Take advantage of dining specials, come to the Club for a socially distant tennis lesson, and browse our Pro Shops for the latest in workout gear.

And don’t forget to introduce your friends and colleagues to the Club and receive $500 in Club credits for each referral!

If you have any questions regarding the Club’s finances, please contact the Club’s Chief Financial Officer, Pam Roth, at 314-539-4400 or proth@mac-stl.org. F

Pam Roth, Chief Financial Officer Missouri Athletic Club

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Remember, your Club is open and provides exceptional value in a safe environment. Take advantage of dining specials, come to the Club for a socially distant tennis lesson, and browse our Proshops for the latest in workout gear.”

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MAC MEMBERSHIP

WELCOME

December New Members from

Barcom, Jeffrey and Kathryn of Preferred Waste Concepts was proposed

by Nick Meriage.

Carani, Steven and Jana of Edward Jones was proposed by Dalton Schumacher.

Collins, Dianne of Najjar Group LLC was proposed by Nick Najjar.

Delaroche, William of KPMG was proposed by Madeline Hantak.

Fernandez, Marisol of Bunzl was proposed by Dan Lett.

Luby, Edward of Luby Law Firm was proposed by Justin Fowler.

Reedy, Daniel of Crane Agency was proposed by Tom Reedy.

Sullivan, Matthew of Northwestern Mutual was proposed by Thomas Dankenbring.

LEADING

Proposer Congratulations to Matt Burke, who has four proposed Members. See if you can beat his number!

Get a Taste of MAC Membership Thursday, Feb. 4 F Downtown Clubhouse F Register online.

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. 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

In Memoriam F Robert G. Davis joined Nov. 22, 2002, and passed away on Dec. 20, 2020, at the age of 82 years old. He was a Member for 18 years.

F Elizabeth Glass joined Aug. 9, 2012, and passed away on Nov. 26, 2020, at the age of 79 years old. She was a Member for 8 years.

F Michael Jarrell joined Dec. 19, 1996, and passed away on Dec. 14, 2020, at the age of 73 years old. He was a Member for 24 years.

F Elizabeth Lawlor joined April 28, 1955, and passed away on Nov. 28, 2020, at the age of 88 years old. She was a Member for 65 years.

F Helen Shopmaker was born on July 24, 1923, and passed away on Dec. 15, 2020, at the age of 97.

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M AC A N N O U N C ES L AT EST C LU B O F F I C E R S Congratulations to Angie Minges, who was elected the next President of the Missouri Athletic Club last month! Minges makes history as the first woman to be elected President of the Club!

Aaron Pawlitz will serve as first Vice President, Julie Ahrling as Second Vice President, Duke Niedringhaus as Secretary and Matt Gross as Treasurer. Their terms begin May 20, 2021. F

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I am humbled by this historic election and am aware many other female leaders paved the way for this to happen and many more will follow! I feel honored to be one of many strong female leaders here at the Club. I am excited to work alongside 14 other amazing leaders on the board and am thankful for the friendships, fellowships and camaraderie I enjoy at the Missouri Athletic Club."­ — President-Elect Angie Minges

TOP ROW: MEMBERS MINGLE IN THE JACK BUCK GRILLE WHILE WAITING FOR THE ELECTION RESULTS; GOV. MATT GROSS, GOV. JULIE AHRLING, PRESIDENT-ELECT ANGIE MINGES, GOV. DUKE NIEDRINGHAUS AND GOV. AARON PAWLITZ; BOTTOM: PAST PRESIDENT MIKE SCHOEDEL, GOV. JULIE AHRLING, GOV. JEFF MOORE AND PAST PRESIDENT BRENT KANIECKI

Learning What It Takes to Be

A C LUB L EA D E R On Tuesday, Jan. 26, Club Members who were either thinking about getting involved in Club leadership or those already involved gathered at 5:30 p.m. in the Downtown Clubhouse Missouri Room. This special open house gave Members who wanted to learn more about service on one of the Club’s five official committees and the Board of Governors a chance to ask questions and mingle with Members who already are a part of these groups. This event included light refreshments as well as hors d’oeuvres for event attendees. F 10 F CHERRY DIAMOND

In Memory of Helen Shopmaker or nearly 10 decades, Helen Shopmaker was a fixture in a variety of St. Louis organizations and clubs. One such club was the MAC, where she was a Member until her death on Dec. 15, 2021, at the age of 97.

Helen was born July 24, 1923, in St. Louis to Louis and Jeannette Sher. She was sister to Donald and Byron, who survive her at 94 and 92 years old, respectively. Donald says she had “a long life… a good one.”

“She was a hell of a bigger athlete than I ever was,” Donald recalls.

He’s been a longtime Member of the MAC community – one of the longest on record.

“Our father was a Member of the MAC for a long time, and he wanted to see my brother and me become Members, which we did,” he says.

As a young woman, Helen attended University City High School and graduated from the University of Illinois, where she majored in Spanish.

Helen taught at the university until she met and married her husband, Dr. Allen B. Shopmaker, and they started Clayton Small Animal Hospital.

“When our father died [in 1974], his membership was turned over to Helen’s husband, Dr. Shopmaker,” Donald says. “She had [the membership] until she died.”

Helen was an avid golfer, and she played regularly until shortly before her death. She could be spotted frequently on the course at St. Albans Country Club and in Florida in the winters.

“Golf was a huge part of her life, and she loved it dearly,” Donald says. “She was pretty good and could hold her own. She didn’t hit the ball far, but she hit it straight.”

Donald’s son, Edward, and Helen were close and golfed together regularly.

“We have a place up in Michigan that our father bought in the 1930s,” he says. “When she went up there, she played golf and was a member

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of the Holland Country Club. Before golf carts came into being, she would walk the 18 holes. She still played 18 holes at least into her 80s.”

The Shopmaker and Sher families have been regulars at the MAC for decades.

“We all love the Club,” Donald says. “My father loved to eat there.”

When they weren’t caring for the pets of St. Louisans or golfing, Helen and Allen loved to go to flea markets. Helen enjoyed collecting political buttons, and her husband liked to look for swords.

Donald notes that finding political memorabilia was one of Helen’s “greatest hobbies,” and a large percentage of her collection is on display at the Mercantile Library at UMSL. The remaining part of the collection will also go to UMSL, due to her passing.

Though they spent much of their time in the St. Louis area, Helen and her husband loved to travel, particularly to Japan. They also enjoyed teaching English as a second language at the International Institute.

Helen was heavily involved in Springboard to Learning, a St. Louis organization Donald says one of their relatives founded in the 1960s.

According to the Springboard to Learning website, the organization was founded “to help students experience world-wide arts and cultures” and “envisions a future where all children are passionate, engaged learners who experience success.” Helen served on the board for many years and is listed as “President Emerita” on the organization’s website.

When asked what he thought his sister would most like to be remembered for, Donald says her involvement in Springboard would likely be high on the list.

“That was certainly one of her highlights for many years,” he says.

Funeral services for Helen were private, and in lieu of flowers, the family asked that donations be made to Springboard to Learning. F

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SATURDAY, FEB. 13, 2021 F 6 p.m. — Cocktails 7 p.m. — Dinner 8 p.m. — Program and Dancing F Downtown Clubhouse Formal attire requested, masquerade masks encouraged.

F $75 per person Price includes dinner, program, live entertainment and garage parking F Register online or call 314-539-4470.

This event will follow CDC and local guidelines.

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MAC MEMBERSHIP

Hermann Trophy Kicked Back to Spring BAN Q U E T TO BE HEL D ON MAY 27

Presented by

Due to COVID-19 concerns, college soccer shifted from fall to a spring season. The action will kick off in early February and will conclude with the Men’s and Women’s College Cup May 13-17.

Ten days after the national championship games, on May 27, the MAC will present the Hermann Trophy to the top male and female players in college soccer.

Since 1986, the MAC has honored the top rising stars in soccer every January. In this unusual year, the 2021 banquet will be held in the spring for the first time. Some of the biggest names in the sport including Mia Hamm, Alexi Lalas, Tony Meola and Kelley O’Hara have won the top individual award in college soccer prior to achieving international stardom.

Catarina Macario of Stanford, the winner of the previous two Hermann Trophies, appears to be the latest former winner poised to become the

next big star. In January, she signed a professional contract with Lyon and is preparing to make her mark with the U.S. Women’s National Team at this summer’s Olympic Games. Be on the lookout for more information about reservations to the Hermann Trophy banquet and follow the latest news on the candidates for this year’s award by following on Twitter @HermannTrophy or the website machermanntrophy.org. F MAC HERMANN TROPHY TIMELINE: JAN. 28: MAY 4:

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MAY 27:

Release of Watch Lists Release of 15 men's and women's semifinalists Release of 3 men's and women's finalists Announcement of men’s and women’s winners at the MAC Hermann Trophy Banquet

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Fred and Crystal Nelson

The day was April 23, 2009, and Fred Nelson remembers it like it was yesterday. He had been working at the Missouri Athletic Club’s security desk and would periodically stop by the front desk to talk to a fellow coworker, Crystal.

“I used to go talk to her at the front desk all the time because our families are pretty much similar,” he says. “I’m sitting back working at the security desk one day, and she came back and gave me her phone number. She said, ‘I’m tired of you waiting to ask me for my phone number!’ and we started talking on the phone after that.”

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a bowling alley on their first date. But Fred didn’t quite know what he was getting himself into.

“I’m very competitive,” she says. “Fred always says ‘what can’t you do?’

They continued dating, and a few years down the road, Fred decided to propose.

“Crystal went to her mother’s house to drop her daughter off, and on the way back, she got pulled over for speeding, not knowing I was waiting at home to propose to her,” Fred remembers. “I was like ‘wow, she must’ve been rushing back to me!’”

Both families were so excited for Crystal and Fred to get married, “probably more excited than we were,” Fred says with a laugh. “The rest is kinda history.”

The two wanted a big wedding, and Crystal wanted to plan the whole thing, so she spent the next year figuring everything out down to the fine details. Some of their MAC family even helped, with Linda Soncasie in catering stepping in to help coordinate on the day of the wedding, and Rick McIntosh and his family catering the big day.

Fred and Crystal were married in May 2011 – a month that turned out to be vastly unpredictable. It rained nearly every day up until their wedding day (the 21st), but it was an extremely hot day as Crystal prepared to make her entrance into the chapel.

“Everybody who knows her knows she can’t stand to be hot,” Fred says. “On the rehearsal day, she told the lady, ‘I want that AC turned up high.’ The next day, the AC went out right when she was about to come down the aisle. She had this certain part of Whitney Houston’s ‘I Believe in You and Me’ where the doors were supposed to open, and you could just see the look on her face.”

The Nelsons laugh about it now as they prepare to celebrate their 10th anniversary this year.

“We’re best friends,” Fred says. “We have a lot of fun and have been entertaining each other during [the pandemic]. People say, ‘how can you work together?’ But when we’re at work, we really don’t see each other too much – just in passing.”

“He’s really laid back, and I’m really outgoing,” Crystal says. “So we really balance each other out and are compatible in that way. We’ve been through the ups and downs together… We both lost a parent. Being there for each other makes those trials easier.” F

Max Shapiro and Margaret Junker different, and they made their way to the Big Apple over Labor Day weekend for the event.

“We were going out with his mom and a friend the first night we got there, and he said he wanted to stop at a little restaurant before,” Margaret says. “We ended up in Central Park, and as we were crossing the Gapstow Bridge, I turned around and he was down on a knee. It was a more exciting weekend than I had planned.”

The duo planned a big wedding for June 2020 but had to downsize to just six people due to the pandemic.

They were wed on June 6 with just a few family members and Margaret’s maid of honor. They are planning a bigger celebration for July 2021 “if everything holds up,” Max says.

When they’re not teaching at the MAC, Margaret and Max love to go bowling, travel, go to movies and enjoy meals at local restaurants. They also enjoy the MAC’s yearly employee appreciation baseball game, which both of them cite as a highlight of both their work and personal lives.

“One of my favorite MAC specific memories was our very first employee appreciation baseball game in the summer of 2015,” Margaret recalls. “I was too scared to ask [Max] to go to the game with me so I asked my dad, and he brought his uncle. That was when I was able to tell my dad all about ‘this guy I liked at work’ and supposedly Max's uncle convinced Max that I was ‘something special’ that day. That's kinda what kicked off our relationship.” F

Engagement in Central Park Max Shapiro and Margaret (nee Junker) Shapiro grew up playing tennis at the same club in St. Louis. They didn’t know each other at the time but likely ran into each other on several instances.

“All of our coaches knew both of us separately, so we had to have been in the same building several times,” Margaret says.

They didn’t meet officially, though, until Margaret was hired as a tennis pro at the MAC in March 2015. Max, who also teaches at the MAC as the director of junior tennis, remembers first meeting her while working at a USTA clinic.

“I thought she was cute and personable and knew how to handle herself at work,” he recalls.

They played in a tennis tournament together, and Max remembers that it jumpstarted their relationship.

“My first impression of him was that he had a heart of gold, but he was also a coworker so I didn't want to get ahead of myself,” Margaret remembers. “We were friends for a while but started dating in the fall of 2015.”

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This past fall, the Missouri Athletic Club approved several changes to the Club's policies to encourage and reward our Members for bringing their friends, family and colleagues into the

MAC. Matt Burke, a Member who joined early last year, has taken full advantage of one of these programs and became the top proposer of 2020 by recommending several of his colleagues to join the Club.

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Although Burke first joined the MAC in January of 2020, he has already become a well-known name around the Club. While he can be seen on the tennis courts, at events and in the restaurants, his real claim to MAC fame is proposing four new Members to the Club in his first year.

After the Club reopened in May, he was quick to show off his Club to the young associates at Ameriprise Financial, taking them to play tennis and pickleball, introducing them to Membership at the monthly mixers and inviting them to the Associates' Rooftop Happy Hour in September.

After that last party, his colleagues; Alex Ottinger, Jenna Schiller, Kaylee Richardson and Austin Laslo all decided to join the Club in October.

Coincidentally, in the fall, the MAC had introduced the new Platinum Bonus referral campaign. This meant Burke received a $2,000 credit ($500 for each

new Member) to spend at the Club for each of the four new Members he proposed. The total was loaded onto a Platinum Card (pictured right) to be used for food and beverage, massage, personal training and more.

"They’re all young executives, and as they’re getting their careers going, they need to start building their professional network...So as the guy who is getting them going in their career, I want to show them how you do this—how to be around successful people and network and work your way into a community," said Burke.

To learn more about how to earn your Platinum Card, read the article to the right.

In addition to the Platinum Card program, the MAC also enhanced the Platinum Partnership Program. Read below to discover how you can enjoy up to $1,200 annually when you lock in your Platinum Partner. F

Secure Your PA RT N E R S H I P STAT U S Enjoy up to $1,200 annually in reduced dues and Diamond Club benefits when you lock in your Platinum Partnership!

For the past decade, through the Platinum Partnership program, MAC Members have enjoyed dues savings by referring friends and colleagues to the Club. Platinum Partners enjoy the following benefits: F Unlimited use of the athletic and fitness facilities F Outdoor pool privileges F Access to seven golf courses F Cherry Diamond magazine subscription F Garage parking at the Downtown Clubhouse 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! 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 program: 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 To form a Platinum Partnership, any current Member of the Club must also be the new Member's Proposing or Seconding Sponsor.

Bring your potential Platinum Partner to the Monthly Membership Mixer, which takes place on the first Thursday of each month, to give them a taste of the Club.

Contact the Membership Department at 314-539-4438 to learn more.

Earn the Platinum Card Receive $500 Platinum Bonus for Each Referral If you have already secured your Platinum Partner, continuing to refer additional new Members to the Club has its benefits!

Here's how to get the Platinum Card: F With each referred Member accepted to the Club, you will receive a $500 Club credit in the form of a Platinum Card.

F There is no limit on the number of incentives you can earn, and more than one new Member can be referred for a credit in any given month.

F This program will end on Aug. 1, 2021.

Platinum Cards will be sent out the month following approval of the referred Member.

The Monthly Membership Mixer is the perfect place to introduce potential Platinum Partners to the Club. They will have the opportunity to interact with Membership and take a tour of the Clubhouse while enjoying complimentary appetizers, beer and wine.

This month's Membership Mixer takes place on Thursday, Feb. 4 at 5:30 p.m. at the Downtown Clubhouse.

To learn more about the Platinum Card program, contact the Membership Department at 314-539-4438.

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MAC FOUNDATIONS CORNER | Leaving a Legacy

Planned Gifts Benefit the Missouri Athletic Club and MAC Foundations

Larry Absheer Director of Advancement 314-604-3890 labsheer@mac-stl.org Cynthia Goudy Director of Foundations 314-779-4715 cgoudy@mac-stl.org

For more than 100 years the Missouri Athletic Club has added value to the lives of its Members and their families. Looking to the future, we rely on the vision and generosity of our Members who have come to love the Club so much.

A planned gift in your will or estate plan is a wonderful way to ensure that the MAC will continue to have the financial wherewithal to continue serving future generations and preserving its great traditions.

Typically, Members name the MAC or one of its foundations in their will or trust and specify an exact dollar amount. But there are other ways to arrange for a gift to the MAC or one of its foundations when you pass away. A few examples: F A beneficiary designation on an IRA, 401k or 403b plan, or a life insurance policy F A transfer on death (TOD) designation on a savings, checking or brokerage account F A beneficiary deed on real estate F A charitable remainder trust

What Are the Next Steps?

1. Contact Cynthia Goudy, Director of Foundations, or Larry Absheer, Director of Advancement, to discuss how you and your family can be remembered forever at the MAC 2. Ask to be put in touch with a Member of the MAC’s Planned Giving Advisory Council to receive technical advice on estate planning 3. Let us know if you have named the MAC or one of our foundations in your will or estate plan so that we can welcome you as member of the MAC’s Legends Society.

We appreciate your generosity …

it matters!

F I N A N C I A L R E P O R T S AVA I L A B L E he audited financial statements of the Missouri Athletic Club for the years ended Aug. 31, 2020 and 2019, are now available in the Club’s Accounting and Finance Department. Any Member who would like a copy of the audited financial statements may request a copy from the Chief Financial Officer, Pam Roth.

The consolidated financial statements include the accounts of the Missouri Athletic Club (the “Club”), its wholly owned subsidiary, MAC Redevelopment Corp. (the “Corporation”), and the Missouri Athletic Club Preservation Foundation (the “Foundation”), a related party under common control.

The Club generated operating revenue of $16,797,000 during 2020. This was down from $20,752,000 in 2019. Included in operating revenues are Membership dues ($7,906,000 for 2020 and $8,182,000 for 2019), departmental operating revenues ($8,746,000 for 2020 and $12,345,000 for 2019), and initiation fees ($145,000 for 2020 and $225,000 for 2019).

Operating expenses totaled $17,884,000 in 2020, compared to $20,915,000 in 2019. Net non-operating revenues totaled $915,000 in 2020, compared to $1,103,000 in 2019. This included capital fee revenue of $854,000 in 2020 and $1,183,000 in 2019. There was a negative pension adjustment of $752,000 in 2020, compared to a negative pension adjustment of $2,305,000 in 2019.

The Club’s unrestricted net assets decreased

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by $924,000 to $5,531,000 at the end of 2020, from $6,455,000 at the end of 2019.

The Corporation’s operating revenues were $216,000 during 2020. Operating expenses were $190,000. Net non-operating expenses were $21,000. Unrestricted net assets increased by $5,000 to $749,000.

The Foundation’s operating revenues were $150,000 during 2020. Operating expenses were $602,000. Net non-operating revenue was $345,000. Unrestricted net assets decreased by $107,000 to negative $2,278,000.

At the end of 2020, the Club had unrestricted cash of $49,000 compared to $502,000 at the end of 2019. The balance on the line of credit was $146,000 at the end of 2020 and zero at the end of 2019. The Club’s long-term debt at the end of 2020 was $6,339,000; the Corporation had no long-term debt. The corresponding numbers at the end of 2019 were $6,032,000 and $179,000, respectively.

If you have any questions about the finances of the Club or any of its related entities, please contact Pam Roth, the club’s Chief Financial Officer at 314-539-4400, or proth@mac-stl.org.

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Pam Roth, Chief Financial Officer Missouri Athletic Club

Any Member who would like a copy of the audited financial statements may request a copy from the Chief Financial Officer, Pam Roth.”

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M A C AT H L E T I C S

mac raCquet sports Come ready to play!

It is time to get back into the swing and get out on the

Adult and junior tennis – Contact Kim Steinmetz, 314-539-4413, ksteinmetz@mac-stl.org

courts. Make New Year’s Resolution to try a new sport!

Pickleball – Contact Dave Fuhrig, dfuhrig@mac-stl.org

The MAC offers tennis, pickleball, racquetball and squash!

Racquetball – Contact Dave Fuhrig, dfuhrig@mac-stl.org

Note: At the time of publishing, Members are required to wear face masks to play.

Squash – Contact Alex Ingham, 314-539-4484, aingham@mac-stl.org

JUNIOR TENNIS Winter Session Three MARCH 1 - APRIL 1

Red Ball 1 (Ages 6-8) and Red Ball 2 (Ages 4-6) F $100 (Monday) F $80 (Friday - Sunday) F Monday, 4-5 p.m.

F Friday, 4-5 p.m.

F Saturday, 9-10 a.m.

F Sunday, 9-10 a.m.

Orange Ball 1 and 2 (Ages 8-11)* F $100 (Monday - Wednesday) F $80 (Friday - Saturday) F Monday, 4-5 p.m.

F Wednesday, 4-5 p.m.

F Friday, 4-5 p.m.

F Saturday, 10-11 a.m.

Green Ball (Ages 8-11)* F $150 F Tuesday, 4:30-6 p.m.

F Thursday, 4:30-6 p.m.

F Pro approval required.

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High Performance (Ages 10-14)* F $200 F Monday, 5-7 p.m.

F Wednesday, 5-7 p.m.

F Pro approval required.

Peak Performance (Ages 11-18)* F $200 F Monday, 5-7 p.m.

F Thursday, 5-7 p.m.

F Pro approval required.

Elite Performance F $30 F UTR 6 or higher or with pro approval. Half price if you participate in one day of Peak Performance.

F Wednesday, 7-8:30 p.m.

Intermediate (Ages 11-14) F $100 (Tuesday) F $80 (Friday - Sunday) F Tuesday, 6-7 p.m.

F Friday, 5-6 p.m.

F Saturday, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

F Sunday, 10-11 a.m.

Elite Team Training (Ages 11-18)* F $150 F Tuesday, 7-8:30 p.m.

F Thursday, 7-8:30 p.m.

Match Play Schedule F Saturdays F Peak Performance – 1:30-3 p.m.

F High Performance/Varsity – 3-4:30 p.m.

F Orange Ball/Green Ball – 4:30-5:30 p.m. *10 percent discount if you register online

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Weekly Pickleball Classes and Open Play Beginners Clinic F Tuesday, 9:30-11 a.m.

F $20 per time Improvers League with Instruction F Wednesday, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

F $20 per time Pickleball Open Play (Pro-led) League F Thursday, 1-2:30 p.m.

F $15 per time

Pickleball Bash

Pickleball Bash is back at the MAC. Over the past few months, these events have been a blast. Now that the restaurants and bars are back open at the West Clubhouse, the Pickleball Pro Dave Fuhrig hopes to attract even more Members to come out and play, and enjoy food and beverages afterward.

F Saturdays, 6-8 p.m.

F $15/time F Feb. 13, 27, Mar. 13, 27, Apr. 10, 24 and May 8

Racquetball Open Play The MAC offers adult and junior racquetball programs lead by pro Dave Fuhrig.

At this point, the MAC is only hosting racquetball open play. Book a court by navigating to Athletics > Racquetball > Book a Court on the MAC website.

The MAC strives to keep Members updated with the latest information regarding CDC guidelines. Keep an eye on inboxes for the latest information regarding racquetball.

Squash Women’s Squash Events F Feb. 3: Squash With Spouse F March 3: Theme TBD F April 7: Theme TBD F Time of all sessions 6:30-7:30 p.m.

All Members Squash Be on the lookout for more squash clinics for all Members later this month.

Private Squash Lessons New Year’s Resolution - Try something new. Dubbed chess on legs, learn a fast-paced, engaging sport and join in our fun social program! Private and group lessons are available with the squash pro Monday through Saturday. Contact Director of Squash Alex Ingham at aingham@mac-stl.org to set up an appointment.

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“The new technology in our spinning studio is a gamechanger and improves your work out tremendously. I have shown that room to many in the fitness industry from all over the US and often hear that it is the best spinning studio they have seen.”

— Jeff Tuhro, Athletic Director

SPINNING INTO the New Year Since opening last spring, the spinning studio at MAC West has been a hit with Members.

The spectacular room features Stages Flight, an interactive indoor cycling display system that allows each rider to work to their optimal individual training level, while in a group setting.

The studio is darkened and the screen allows you the ability to go on rides in scenic locales from around the world. The technology allows you to track your progress, burn calories, build your endurance and meet your fitness goals.

“The new technology in our spinning studio is a game-changer and improves your work out tremendously,” said Athletic Director Jeff Tuhro.

“I have shown that room to many in the fitness industry from all over the country and often hear that it is the best spinning studio they have seen.”

The fitness studio offers classes every day of the week, so hop on a bike and get started. To sign up: 1. Go to stagesflight.com 2. Click on "Sign up for Stages Flight" 3. Fill in personal information.

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Spin Class Schedule MONDAY 6 a.m.

TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY Carolyn

FRIDAY

SATURDAY

Carolyn

7:30 a.m.

Margaret

Carolyn

8 a.m.

Carolyn

8:30 a.m. Susan

Susan

9 a.m.

9:30 a.m.

6 p.m. Dana/Kristen

SUNDAY

Sharon

Sharon

Sharon

Christi

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MAC WELLNESS

Virtual Personal Training and Nutrition Sessions For those Members who cannot make it to the Club, whether it be because their kids are at home for school or they are working from home, we have virtual sessions available, so Members don’t miss out on their workouts. We are of course still offering personal training in person, too.

Contact Paul Helfrich at 314-539-4453 or Courtney Hutt at 314-539-4495 for more information or to schedule a session.

Valentine's Day Sale in MAC Pro Shops

From Friday, Feb. 5 through Saturday, 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

Shoeshine Special 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 DT in the Athletic Department Monday-Friday 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

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Need to U N W I N D? The MAC’s massage therapy is open and available at both the Downtown and West Clubhouses. To schedule an appointment, contact the Athletic Desk Downtown 314-539-4482 or the Fitness Desk at West 314-539-4433. F

A Class-ic take on Fitness Strength and Shred This class, taught by the MAC's newest instructor, Darcy Zenker, designed for building strength, burning fat and adding lean muscle. Full-body circuit training that will hit every muscle group. Circuits include high-temp resistance training with plenty of core, cardio and plyometrics.

Mondays 5:15 p.m.

11th Floor

Pedal and Pump Combo cardio and strength circuit class that will have you riding hills and sprinting into fitness on the spin bike. Then jump off for the pump as your whole body will be put to work on the fitness floor. This class is great for those looking for a time efficient cardio and strength workout.

Wednesdays 12 p.m.

Spin Room

Bootcamp This fast-paced, action-packed, high-energy class combines sports drills with resistance training.

Build strength, agility, and cardiovascular fitness while conditioning to reach your ultimate potential.

This indoor/outdoor class includes med ball, bands, bosu, hills and mat.

Fridays 12 p.m.

11th Floor

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M AC YO U T H P RO G RA M S

Sports Lessons and Clinics

President’s Day Gym and Swim Gym and Swim is back! Join us on President’s Day for fun at the Downtown Clubhouse.

Participants will be shuttled from the West Clubhouse to Downtown, where they’ll be able to play games in the gym, dine in the restaurant and swim in the pool. We are limited by the space we have available on the bus. All participants must know how to swim.

F Monday, Feb. 15 F 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

F Member Youth: $70 F Member Youth Guest: $85 F Register online via CampDoc.

The MAC offers different clinics and private lessons in several sports throughout the year.

Private sessions with Pros can be made for basketball, tennis, squash and more. Reach out today to see what is coming up soon.

Contact Youth Programs Director Bobby Thornton at 314-549-4463 or rthornton@mac-stl.org for more information.

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MAC Youth Classroom

MACtivities Return

MACtivities is back! Have your children join with other Club Youth at the West Clubhouse on Friday nights from 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. for fun and games with MAC Summer Camp Counselors.

This is a free service is offered by the Club to all Members who are dining with us on HOMEWORK HELPERS Friday nights. All participants must have a During Study Hall hours if your child needs assistance with homework, take advantage of family reservation to dine and be between Homework Helpers. Our high school and college classroom attendants are equipped to help the ages of 5-14. Younger children are complete homework and help develop good study habits. Whether it’s reading, studying welcome in childcare for their own version of spelling or math facts, or simply checking homework, homework helpers are there to assist.

MACtivities with age-appropriate games and Cost $5 for up to one hour. projects.

The Youth Classroom is only available during staffed hours. It may be rented for youth If you have any questions feel free to reach group projects and events. Please contact Joy Holdmeier, Programs Manager, for more info at out to Youth Programs Coordinator Bobby jholdmeier@mac-stl.org.

Thornton at rthornton@mac-stl.org. F Look for Tuesday Programs scheduled in the Youth Classroom! F PRIVATE TUTORING The MAC offers private tutors for a variety of subjects for students K-12. Our private tutors are made up of college students, graduate students and teachers. Tutors will be available by appointment only and based on what subject and grade level your child needs. For rates and to schedule private tutoring contact Joy Holdmeier, Programs Manager at jholdmeier@mac-stl.org.

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CLUBS WITHIN THE CLUB

Susan Storey Presents at the Business Development Group Meeting

MHC Discusses "When the Irish Invaded Canada" On March 23, the Military History Club will welcome Christopher Klein, author of "When The Irish Invaded Canada: The Incredible True Story of the Civil War Veterans Who Fought For Ireland’s Freedom."

Just over a year after Robert E. Lee relinquished his sword, a band of Union and Confederate veterans dusted off their guns.

These former foes, however, had no intention of reigniting the Civil War. Instead, they fought side by side to undertake one of the most fantastical missions in military history: to seize the British province of Canada and hold it hostage until the independence of Ireland was secured. In this talk, learn the outlandish, little-known story of the self-proclaimed Irish Republican Army that carried out five attacks on Canada known collectively as the Fenian Raids between 1866 and 1871. With the tacit support of the U.S. government, this motley group including a one-armed war hero, an English spy infiltrating rebel forces, and a radical who staged his own funeral managed to seize a piece of America’s northern neighbor, if only for a matter of days.

Downtown Clubhouse 11:30 a.m.

Register online or call 314-539-4402.F

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Join the MAC's Business Development Group on Thursday, Feb. 18 as Susan Storey, a restructuring and crisis management specialist, presents “The Process of Restructuring and Turning Around an Organization – Managing through a Crisis." She will discuss the nuts and bolts of managing through a downturn that threatens the life of your business. Those nuts and bolts are specific tactics for managing cash, employees, lenders and vendors for companies whose future has become uncertain.

Storey has helped manufacturers, distributors, retailers and service providers with revenues ranging from $1 million to $200 million. Her clients range from family-owned businesses and sole proprietorships to private equity-owned and public companies. Through 30 years of experience, she knows how to develop trust and confidence with all of the constituents: constituents who have become fatigued by poor performance and broken promises. Storey’s success has been based upon the development of reasonable timelines for realistic achievable financial projections. A successful turnaround addresses operations, the balance sheet and talent management.

As she discusses each of these areas, she will establish how a sense of urgency coupled with an instant plan for stability is the first step of every turnaround.

As Principal of Capital Solutions Group, Susan assists small to medium size businesses struggle through crises to regain profitability. Susan has been a partner in restructuring and turnaround management firms in Boston, Los Angeles and New York. Though primarily a consultant, Susan has also stepped in as interim management where the need exists. Her international experience was as an advisor to the Czech Ministry of Industry after the exit of Soviet control and managing the turnaround of two Czech companies. Sponsored by the World Bank and USAID, she was a trainer for government officials and agencies in Russia, Bulgaria, Ukraine, Poland and Romania.

Downtown Clubhouse 7 a.m. - Doors open 7:30 a.m. - Breakfast Served 7:45 a.m. - Introductions 8 a.m. - Speaker 8:45 a.m. - Networking Cost: $14.40, includes garage parking Register online or call 314-539-4402. F

Join the MAC Book Club Join the MAC Book Club for the opportunity to talk with others about the stories and ideas within books. Next month's Book Club will take place on Thursday, Feb. 11.

Cathy Beckette will lead the discussion about "Only Time Will Tell" by Jeffrey Archer. Register online or call 314-539-4402.

Below is the list of books for the rest of the year.

FEB: "Only Time Will Tell" by Jeffrey Archer MAR: "Disappearing Earth" by Julia Phillips APR: "Song of the Jade Lily" by Kirsty Manning MAY: "The River" by Peter Heller JUN: "The Library Book" by Susan Orlean JUL: "The Daughters of Yalta" by Catherine

Grace Katz AUG: "Ask Again, Yes" by Mary Beth Keane SEP: "Song of America" by Jon Meacham and

Tim McGraw OCT: "The Body: A Guide for Occupants" by Bill Bryson NOV: "The Vanishing Half" by Brit Bennett 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., Downtown For more information, visit mac-stl.org or call 314-539-4402.

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MArk Twain Society Hosts Two Events Join MTS for a Whisky Tasting and a Cornhole Tournament 2021 Cornhole Tournament Join the Mark Twain Society and the MAC Sports Foundation for our first annual Cornhole Tournament to help raise funds benefitting MAC Sports Foundation.

Teams of two, each team must have an MAC Member.

Price includes cornhole tournament, college basketball game watch, food stations, tournament prizes and garage parking. Register online or call 314-539-4402.

Saturday, Feb. 20 11:30 a.m.-4 p.m.

Eads Room (Cigar Lounge) Missouri Room (Event) $30 per person

Edrington Single Malt Whisky Tasting Join the Mark Twain society for an Edrington Single Malt Whisky Tasting. Price includes tasting, cigars provided by Gerad Ezvan of Jon’s Pipe Shop, hors d’oeuvres and garage parking. Register online or call 314-539-4470.

Wednesday, Feb. 10 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Downtown Clubhouse MTS Members: $35 per person Non-MTS Members: $39 per person.

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B Extrordinaire Gallery Helps Members "ReConnect with Nature" The MAC is pleased to announce the art exhibition "ReConnect with Nature" will be held at both Clubhouses during February and March of 2021. This exhibition highlights the talented artists at B Extraordinaire Gallery.

B Extraordinaire Gallery, A Place for Artists to Share Art is an online gallery that provides a platform for local artists to share, inspire and sell their art. It also provides collectors, young or experienced, access to affordable original art. B Extraordinaire artists are committed to making art a part of daily life and strengthening the appreciation of original art in our St. Louis community and beyond.

This exhibit seeks to represent what should be the main focus for this year. After the challenges of the last year, 2021 is a time to reshape, restore, and "Reconnect with Nature" and our place in it. Being in nature, living near nature, or even viewing nature in paintings can have positive impacts on our health and well being. Viewing nature produces positive emotions and calms our nervous systems and helps us to cultivate greater happiness, creativity, and resilience. Nature helps us understand we are part of and connected to something bigger than ourselves.

"Our artists are thrilled with the opportunity to show their art 'live' at the MAC. We hope you enjoy the exhibit "Reconnect with Nature," their website announces.

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Valentine's Day in Style

Summer!

The Downtown Clubhouse was in full swing on Valentine's Day 1991.

Crowds came dressed in flapper dresses and pinstripe suits for a roaring good time at this prohibition-era-themed event, sponsored by the MAC's UFO Club within the Club.

This sold-out event featured cocktails in the Art Lounge, a special dinner in the Missouri room, live entertainment by St. Louis Scene and dancing to the sounds of Galaxy. All in all, it was a bloody good time. F

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 members and introduce friends and colleagues to the Club. No reservations are required.

West (Poolside) Downtown Saturday, June 14 Wednesday, June 25 Wednesday, July 23 Saturday, July 12 Saturday, Aug. 23 Thursday, Aug. 14 LEFT, L-R, SEATED ARE HARRY EGGLESTON, JULIE EGGELSTON, TOM GALATI AND CAROLYN FULEIHAN. STANDING ARE PAM GALATI, ANN SUDEKUM, FARID FULEIHAN AND 5-8 p.m.

1:30-4:30 p.m.

DR. JO. RIGHT: GUYS AND GALS SHOW OFF THEIR STUFF AS THEY MAKE THEIR WAY TO THE PACKED DANCE FLOOR.

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5 1 Emerey Gross with her first place l4 trophy. 2 Bill Krodinger and Mark Murray enjoy a drink at the 1903 bar. 3 Past Presidents Joel Karsten, John Bugh, Dean

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