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Missouri Athletic Club Founded in 1903 NOVEMBER 2018 Cherry Diamond STAFF Publisher – Keith Phoenix Director of Communications – Jim Wilson Content Marketing Manager/Managing Editor – Amy Freeman Communications Coordinator – Emma Frey Design – Lilyann Rice General Manager – Wallace L. Smith To advertise, contact 314-412-1318 or jelledge312@gmail.com.

The Cherry Diamond Vol. 112/No. 11 (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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BOARD OF GOVERNORS Officers Keith Phoenix – President Aaron Pawlitz – Vice President Matt Morris – Second Vice President Andrew Carter – Secretary David Smith – Treasurer Class of 2019 Andrew Carter, Matt Morris, Aaron Pawlitz, Keith Phoenix, David Smith Class of 2020 Tracy Beckette, Mark Brandom, Kevin Cantwell, Tim Malyszko, John Pennington

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Features

7 Financial Update 14 Veterans Day Commemoration 16 Tales from the Barbershop

18 Jack Buck Awards & Hermann Trophy 19 STL Storytelling LIVE 20 College Basketball Tip-Off

21 Athletics 24 Wellness 27 Clubs Within the Club 31 Around the Club 33 Snapshots

Departments 2 Upcoming Events 4 President’s Column 5 General Manager’s Column 8 Membership 10 Dining

Class of 2021 Gene Frederic III, Daniel Lett, Cheri McLaughlin Jeffery Moore, Nat Walsh

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The number of gallons of water that the Downtown Clubhouse pool holds. View the recent pool renovations on page 23.

The amazing attendance at the Folded Hills Wine Dinner on Oct. 11! Read more on page 11.

The number of attendees at the Associates’ Concert and Cocktails rooftop party on Sept. 27. Read more on page 30.

The number of members listed on the 2018 Honor Roll.

View these names on page 15. different wines will be available for sampling and purchase at the Wine Tasting and Sale on Nov. 2!

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>> upcoming events

November

Taste & Tour (WE) THURSDAY, NOV. 1 Introduce a friend, relative or coworker to membership at the MAC with a complimentary drink, hors d’oeuvres, opportunity to speak with staff, and clubhouse tour.

5:30-7 p.m.

Event is complimentary

15th Annual Wine Tasting and Sale (DT) FRIDAY, NOV. 2 Channel your inner sommelier and sample more than 80 wines from a variety of vendors, purchase early holiday gifts, and indulge in hors d’oeuvres. Past events have been a great success so invite friends and coworkers! Sponsored by the Wine Society.

6-9 p.m. $30 per person plus gratuity No entry fee for Wine Society members

PGA Golf Sale (WE) NOV. 2-4 Attend this annual event, and save up to 80% on golf clothing, clubs, shoes, balls, and more!

Friday presale – 6-8 p.m.

Saturday and Sunday – 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Free for MAC members and children under 12

Veterans Day Commemoration (DT) THURSDAY, NOV. 8 Celebrate and honor all those who have served the United States, especially those who gave the ultimate sacrifice. Major General Stephen E. Farmen, Commanding General, Surface Deployment and Distribution Command, is the keynote speaker.

11:15 a.m. – Reception and military exhibits 12 p.m. – Lunch and program $27.50 per person

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Mixed Doubles Invitational (WE)

Thanksgiving Lunch (WE)

FRIDAY-SUNDAY, NOV. 9-11

THURSDAY, NOV. 22

The MAC welcomes eight of the top squash doubles pros in the world! Come watch these powerhouses compete at this free event presented by Mosby Building Arts.

Email abews@mac-stl.org for more information.

Make a reservation for Thanksgiving lunch and celebrate the holiday with friends and family!

11 a.m.-2 p.m.

Adults – $34.95 plus gratuity Children (5-12) – $16.95 plus gratuity Children (4 and under) – Gratis

Sip and Shop (WE)

Thanksgiving Dinner Buffet (DT)

WEDNESDAY, NOV. 14 Invite friends, family, and coworkers to attend this shopping event sponsored by the Women’s Initiative Group! Sweet treats, raffle prizes and a glass of wine are included. Donate an item to the CSC and receive an additional raffle ticket!

5:30-8:30 p.m.

Event is complimentary

THURSDAY, NOV. 22

STL Storytelling Live (DT)

Apollos Fall Concert (DT)

THURSDAY, NOV. 15

FRIDAY, NOV. 30

Experience St. Louis in a truly unique and authentic way at this live storytelling event featuring local authors such as Ron Jacober, Cameron Collins, and Amanda Doyle.

6:30 p.m. $10 per person (all ticket proceeds and a portion of book sales will support the Sports Foundation benefitting the CSC)

The oldest singing group west of the Mississippi is celebrating its 75th anniversary alongside the Muny’s 100th anniversary with some of America’s greatest musical hits. Sopranos and altos are encouraged to join!

6 p.m. – Cocktails 7 p.m. – Dinner 8 p.m. – Program 9:30 p.m. – Afterglow $38.50 per person plus service charge

Showcase the Club to friends and family and invite them to this delicious buffet on Thanksgiving!

1-4 p.m.

Adults – $34.95 plus gratuity Children (5-12) – $16.95 plus gratuity Children (4 and under) – Gratis

WEST CLUBHOUSE THANKSGIVING HOURS Thanksgiving Day Friday, Nov. 23 Fitness/Gym 7 a.m.-4 p.m.

5 a.m.-9 p.m.

Pro-Shop 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

7 a.m.-9 p.m.

Office Closed Closed Tennis 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

7 a.m.-9 p.m.

Haircare Closed Closed Childcare Closed Closed Restaurant Lunch 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

11 a.m.-9 p.m.

1903 Bar Closed 11 a.m.-11 p.m.

DOWNTOWN CLUBHOUSE THANKSGIVING HOURS Thanksgiving Buffet 1-4 p.m. All restaurants will be closed.

Thursday, Nov. 22 Athletic Department will be closed.

The Sportsman’s Club will be closed.

The Jack Buck Grille will be open all day.

Friday, Nov. 23 Athletic Department hours are 8 a.m.-2 pm.

Regular hours resume on Saturday, Nov. 24.

December Jack Buck Awards (DT) MONDAY, DEC. 3 Make plans to attend the premier sports banquet in St. Louis at the 49th Jack Buck Awards presented by Maryville University.

5:30 p.m. – Cocktails 7 p.m. – Dinner $150 per person, inclusive (complimentary drinks during reception; drinks by signature during dinner)

PRE-ORDER DRINKS Order beverages early for the Jack Buck Awards!

Place an order with Kelly Schaper at 314-539-4457 or kschaper@mac-stl.org.

WINE BY THE BOTTLE Cuvasion - $58 Martin Ray - $58 Caymus - $150 Sidouri - $44 Quilt - $80 BEER Six-bottle bucket of beer - $20 Selections include: Bud Light, Bud, Bud Select, Busch, Ultra, Miller Lite, and Coors Light.

Apollos Nursing Home Tour (DT) MONDAY, DEC. 3 The Apollos invite all members to participate in community service and join them to sing Christmas carols at four different nursing homes: Mary Ryder Home, Dutchtown Care and Rehab Center, Riverview, and Altenheim.

11:30 a.m. – Lunch 1 p.m. – Tour begins

Cocktails with Santa (DT)

Christmas Day Dinner (DT)

MONDAY, DEC. 10

TUESDAY, DEC. 25

Join the Mark Twain Society, Wine Society, and the Apollos for a holiday season kickoff with jolly ol’ St. Nick! The Apollos will sing carols, and there will be plenty of wassail to go around!

5:30-7:30 p.m.

Event is complimentary

The Club welcomes back its famed Christmas Day dinner designed by Chef Bart Philipps!

4-6 p.m.

Adults – $33.95 per person plus service charge Children (5-12) – $16 per child plus service charge Children (4 and under) – Gratis

Family Brunch with Santa (WE) SUNDAY, DEC. 16 Kris Kringle makes a stop at the West Clubhouse to visit with children and their families! Indulge in breakfast buffet favorites.

Members are encouraged to bring cameras to capture picture-perfect shots!

10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Adults - $29.95 per person plus service charge Children (5-12) - $15.95 per child plus service charge Children (4 and under) – Gratis Call 314-539-4490 or email chake@mac-stl.org for reservations.

Breakfast with Santa (DT)

Christmas Eve Dinner (DT & WE)

SATURDAY, DEC. 8 AND DEC. 15

MONDAY, DEC. 24

Santa is coming to the MAC! All the good little boys and girls will have a chance to visit with Kris Kringle. Participate in fun and festive activities and savor a delicious breakfast buffet!

8:30 -11 a.m.

Adults – $29.95 per person plus service charge Children (5-12) – $14.95 per child plus service charge Children (4 and under) – Gratis

Want to change things up and celebrate Christmas Eve at the Club? Prepare for a festive family event featuring mouth-watering dishes, piano music, and a cozy atmosphere!

DT: 5-6:30 p.m. (Register online or call 314-539-4457.)

WE: 5-7 p.m. (Call 314-539-4490.)

Adults – $60 plus gratuity Children (5-12) – $13.95 plus gratuity Children (4 and under) – Gratis

USE THE WEBSITE

to Register for Events

1. Login to the website (www.mac-stl.org).

2. From the member homepage, register for all events through the web calendar.

Access the calendar the following ways: F My MAC > Calendar > Club Events F Within the Quick Links box under Reservations > Events Reservations can also be made by calling: F Downtown: 314-539-4470 F West: 314-539-4490 For any login or registration questions, contact webmaster@mac-stl.org.

No shows will be charged in full.

Please call with your own reservation.

Cancellations must be made at least 72 hours before the event to avoid a one-third charge.

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from the president Pausing this time of year to count blessings, show appreciation, and give back is a great tradition. When I think about the Missouri Athletic Club, I am thankful that this theme could easily be this column’s focus every month because there is so much good news to share. Here are a few of the more notable recent highlights: First, the Missouri Athletic Club achieved its second consecutive record-breaking fiscal year. Total revenue was up by nearly $500,000 due to record-setting revenues in food and beverage at both clubhouses, fitness, tennis, pool and other areas. Some fiscal year highlights included an increase in membership with 24 net new members; net income of close to $1 million (before adjusting for the Club’s pension plan); cash flow of up to $200,000; and a capital investment into the Club’s facilities and amenities of almost $1 million. While the Club certainly has challenges in some areas, these are some of the accomplishments worth touting. There is so much to say on this topic that I asked Larry Absheer and Gov. Mark Brandom, Finance Committee Chairman, to expound on it in a separate column on page 7.

Second, I am thankful for the opportunity to serve as President and work with a Board comprised of intelligent, conscientious, and dedicated individuals. I want to congratulate my nominee - the newest member of the Board: Cheri McLaughlin. Cheri fills a vacancy in the Class of 2021, which was created when Phil Hayes resigned after a transfer to Kansas City. Cheri has quickly

become a strong asset to our Board and the MAC’s leadership. Learn more about Cheri on page 8 and join me in congratulating her.

Third, the newly expanded and renovated fitness space at the West Clubhouse looks phenomenal and is functioning well. It has achieved our goal of elevating the facility standard for the Club. Phase 1A of the weight room opened on Sept. 28 with new equipment. As I write this column, the new yoga/barre studio is scheduled to open on Oct. 29. Phase 1B is on track to open by early January. All yoga and barre classes are complimentary until the end of the year so try one out now.

Looking ahead, not only is now the time to try complimentary yoga and barre classes, it is also the time to propose new members.

The membership headcount is growing, and that trend is expected to continue as the Club completes more capital projects, which increase the value of the MAC membership.

With these factors in mind, the Board approved an initiation fee increase from $1,000 to $1,500, which will go into effect on Jan. 1. Invite a prospective member to attend Taste & Tour at the West Clubhouse on Nov. 1. Guests will get a tour of the clubhouse, including the renovated fitness space, as well as an opportunity to talk with staff and enjoy a complimentary drink and hors d’oeuvres.

The MAC has also been making headlines in the basketball community. For the first time, the MAC hosted the annual Missouri Valley Conference Basketball Media Day on Sept. 19. The men’s and women’s coaches

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from the 10 MVC schools along with the media from throughout the region gathered at the Club. The event generated banquet and hotel business along with significant media coverage for the MAC. After such a positive experience, the MVC's Media Day will return to the MAC in 2019. The following week on Sept. 24, the MAC hosted the second annual College Basketball Tip-Off Luncheon. Six college basketball coaches from our region along with MAC member Tom Ackerman from KMOX radio previewed the upcoming season. That event also attracted great media coverage. The inaugural event last year had 170 people, but attendance this year grew to 240. Learn more about these events on page 20. Additionally, the MAC recently signed an agreement with the U.S. Basketball Writers Association to host the College Basketball Awards for the next four years. The awards banquet will take place one week after the NCAA Championship game and will feature the presentation of the Oscar Robertson Award (Player of the Year), Henry Iba Award (Coach of the Year) and Wayman Tisdale Award (Freshman of the Year).

Remember to put the 2019 Gala on your calendar. The date is Friday, Feb. 9. It will be a fun event with great and varied food choices, a live band and interesting items in the silent and live auctions.

G. Keith Phoenix, President Missouri Athletic Club

The membership headcount is growing, and that trend is expected to continue as the Club completes more capital projects that increase the value of the MAC membership.

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from the general manager Evident in the walls of the Downtown Clubhouse is the Missouri Athletic Club’s great history. Did you know that in the city of St. Louis the MAC is the longest-operating business in the same location? That says a great deal about our organization, not only the factors that contribute to its longevity, but also our commitment to downtown St. Louis and the community.

St. Louis has changed a great deal in the 115 years since the Missouri Athletic Club first opened its doors. At that time, St. Louis was the fourth largest city in the United States, following New York, Chicago, and Philadelphia. Today, it is the 19th largest.

The MAC existed for 62 years before the Arch monumentally made St. Louis the gateway to the west. It’s no wonder the Downtown Clubhouse is on the National Register of Historic Places.

Our Downtown Clubhouse has seen renovations and changes, openings and closing, and new chapters, not only within its walls, but also within the city. As the city evolves with changing times so does the clubhouse. Yet, the Club’s pillars of athletics, social and dining remain forefront.

During the 2018 fiscal year, the Athletic Department at the Downtown Clubhouse received some very well-received fitness renovations. On 5M, the golf simulator room was converted into a Functional Training Room, and on the 11th floor, the old Judo room was transformed into a Group Exercise Room. Both rooms are receiving significantly more action than they had in recent years.

We’re especially thrilled about the increase in women using the Downtown Clubhouse’s athletic and fitness facilities.

After those rooms were completed, the Club refinished the basketball court for our robust leagues and added the lines and equipment for pickleball—a sport that’s rapidly growing in popularity, especially among older adults.

Then, one of our generous members, who asked to remain anonymous, offered a monetary gift to help refinish the indoor pool deck. Special thanks to Past Governor Gary Sextro and his company, JTW Restoration Services, for completing the project, which turned into quite an undertaking. A refresh of the pool area had not been done in about 50 years, which meant lots of lead paint and crumbling walls to deal with. The project took Gary’s team two weeks longer than anticipated, but now it looks fantastic.

Next, we’re tackling the Downtown Clubhouse’s weight room with about a $50,000 renovation and about $160,000 in new equipment. The new equipment is scheduled for delivery on Dec. 19, and the goal is to complete the entire project before the new year. Once renovated, the look and feel of this space will reflect the new standard established in the functional training and group exercise spaces on 5M and the 11th floor.

By the way, I’m proud to share that our old fitness equipment is still being put to good use. Prior to the Club’s fitness renovations, it was donated to a local high school and police department. They were both incredibly thankful. We have a great relationship with the police department in downtown St. Louis.

To show appreciation for the work they do, we invite the officers to dine in our employee cafeteria at their leisure. On any given day,

you’ll see a handful having lunch, which we love.

Outside of athletics, the women’s and men’s restrooms on 1M and the second floor were renovated, and they look fantastic. Hotel room renovations continue. The Jack Buck Grille is on the docket for later this fiscal year.

Recently, the Club also updated its security system at the Downtown Clubhouse and within the parking garage. Security is an area that we take very seriously because we want to ensure that members and their guests always feel comfortable at the Club-no matter the day or time. In addition to our Platinum Club, downtown St. Louis has many great attractions: The Arch grounds, National Blues Museum, City Museum, Ballpark Village, the Cardinals, the Blues, Citygarden, Kiener Plaza, and a future major league soccer stadium. As the home of the Hermann Trophy and the host of the High School Soccer AllStars games, we’re especially excited about the announcement of the future stadium.

Through 115 years of changes, the Missouri Athletic Club remains a great organization in a great city. Both with a bright future.

As for the West Clubhouse, our total upgrade of the fitness area is on schedule and on budget, and the responses from Phase 1 have been totally positive. More to come as the MAC is on the move!

See you at the Club,

Wally Smith, General Manager Missouri Athletic Club

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... we want to ensure that members and their guests always feel comfortable at the Club-no matter the day or time.

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from the finance chairman We are very pleased to report that our 2018 fiscal year, which ended on August 31, was the best in the Club’s history! This is the second year in a row that we have set a record with respect to cash flow generated. During 2017, we generated $1,960,000 of cash flow, which was the highest level ever, until this year when we set another record, generating $2,163,000!

One key driver of our success is that we increased our member headcount by 24 following a strong 2017 member headcount increase of 72. This is the second year in a row that the number of dues-paying members climbed. We are now 2,382 members strong, and are quickly approaching our member cap of 2,500. Included in the 2,382 total are 1,026 Platinum Partner members. These Platinum Partners receive a $100 reduction in dues every month. If you are not yet at the Platinum level, all you need to do is recruit a member and have that new member become your Platinum Partner. Then, both you and the new member receive a $100 reduction in monthly dues!

Another important driver of our success has been the increase in our operating revenues. During the year that just ended, our operating revenues topped $12,000,000 for the first time ever! This total was almost $200,000 greater than the prior year.

Our primary profit-generating operating departments were overnight rooms and food and beverage. Our rooms department produced $537,000 of profit during fiscal year 2018 and our Downtown and West F&B departments together produced more than $560,000 of profit, which was another record year! You can help your Club continue to grow its operating revenues by referring business to the Club. For example, many companies are planning their holiday parties now. The MAC is an excellent venue for these types of gatherings.

We made good use of the cash we generated during the year. We paid down the Club’s debt by more than $400,000 and we made capital expenditures of more than $1,000,000 to enhance our facilities at both

locations. We also improved our working capital position by close to $300,000. We have now reached a point where our working capital position enables us to rarely need to use our operating line of credit. The balance on our line of credit at year end was zero. As of the end of August, the Club had long-term debt of $6,161,000 and MAC Redevelopment Corp., which owns our garage, had long-term debt of $371,000. We have enough cash flow to comfortably service our debt.

I am honored to have the opportunity to serve as our Club’s Finance Chairman this year.

I am pleased by the fact that the Club is doing so well. We have a 10-year financial plan, which is serving as our road map into the future, and the future looks very bright. We have a thriving club and three foundations that are developing and accomplishing great things. We can all look forward to a very prosperous 2019.

Mark Brandom, Finance Chairman Missouri Athletic Club

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I am pleased by the fact that the Club is doing so well. We have a 10-year financial plan, which is serving as our road map into the future, and the future looks very bright.

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>> membership

CHERI MCLAUGHLIN ELECTED TO BOARD OF GOVERNORS On Sept. 20, the Missouri Athletic Club's Governors elected Cheri McLaughlin to their Board.

Gov. McLaughlin joined the MAC in 2007. She has experience on many of the MAC's committees, including Nominating, Planning, Planned Giving, Finance, By-Laws, Membership, and Women's Initiative.

She is President and owner of Sparks Milling Digital. She directs business development, client relationships, HR, legal, and financial operations. She works with client teams to develop digital marketing strategies by assessing, analyzing, and designing solutions.

Gov. McLaughlin fills a vacancy in the class of 2021, which was created when past Gov. Phil Hayes resigned after receiving a promotion and transfer to Clifton Larson Allen's office in Kansas City.

Congratulations Gov. McLaughlin!

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PROPOSE FOR A PURPOSE!

When the Board of Governors approved the budget for the 2019 fiscal year, it included an increase in the initiation fee from $1,000 to $1,500 beginning Jan. 1, 2019. The increase will coincide with the completion of Phase One of the West Clubhouse’s fitness expansion and renovation project, which the MAC anticipates will contribute to membership growth. As the membership grows, the MAC will also come closer to reaching its 2,500-member cap.

Encourage friends, family and coworkers to apply for membership this year before the initiation fee increases and the membership cap is reached. Invite a co-worker to expand their business network, a golf buddy or workout partner to share the athletic experience, or a child or grandchild to become a legacy member.

Invite those closest to you to share the membership experience.

To propose a new member, contact the Membership Department at 314-539-4438 or membership@mac-stl.org.

Welcome NE W M E M BE R S F ROM S E P T E M BE R!

James Barnes of Boulevard Insurance Group was proposed by Robert Barnes

Curran Hammack of Square was proposed by Michael Hammack

Clayton Suter (Angela) of Shield Systems, Inc. was proposed by Tom Suter

Patrick Brennan (Janet) of Brennan HR Group was proposed by Tim Wells

Mary Hammel of Mercy was proposed by Clay Cary

Ronnie Wess (Thaedra) of Keller Williams was proposed by James Fox

Anthony Cox (Nancy Duchardt) of Pitch It and Forget It was proposed by Eric Quint

Lynn Richardet of Richardet Flooring Covering Co. was proposed by John Byrne

Susan Denigan (James) of Nestle Purina Safety was proposed by Keith Phoenix

Colby Schmid (Lisa) of CNB Bank & Trust N.A. was proposed by Michael Campbell

Sarah Gibbs of Ernst & Young was proposed by Scott Engelbrecht

Steven Schumm (Marlene) of Hallmark Investments was proposed by James Dankenbring

TOP Proposers

Robert Guller took the lead with four proposed members so far in 2018!

Take the lead by proposing five!

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OF MAC MEMBERSHIP GIV E T HE GI F T of Membership

Take advantage of this opportunity to introduce a friend, family member, or coworker to membership at the Missouri Athletic Club! Taste and Tour is a complimentary event specifically designed to give guests a taste of the MAC membership experience.

Attendees can learn more about the MAC through casual conversations with staff at designated information tables and by taking a clubhouse tour while enjoying a complimentary drink and hors d’oeuvres.

Is there a special person that deserves an extra special gift this holiday season? Give them the gift that keeps on giving! A MAC membership offers top-notch service, amenities, and camaraderie for friends, family, and co-workers. Invite those special people to join before the initiation fee increases in January. Contact the Membership PHOTO CREDIT: KARI R. FREY, FREYTOGRAPHY Department at membership@mac-stl.org for more information.

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Thanksgiving AT MAC

Order Thanksgiving to Go! Spend Thanksgiving enjoying the company of family and friends instead of preparing the annual feast. Let the MAC’s culinary team prepare Thanksgiving dinner in advance, including turkey, sides and dessert, and avoid cleaning up a messy kitchen afterwards! The order form is available online under Dining > Specials.

Place orders by Tuesday, Nov. 13.

Thanksgiving Lunch

Give Thanks at the MAC

Celebrate Thanksgiving at the MAC with a delicious lunch to share with family and friends! Let the culinary team prepare a scrumptious holiday lunch and revel in the cozy MAC atmosphere.

F 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

F Adults – $34.95 plus gratuity F Children (5-12) – $16.95 plus gratuity F Children (4 and under) – Gratis F West Clubhouse F Call 314-539-4490 for reservations.

Don’t feel like cooking this year? Then gather with friends and family at the Club for a buffet by Chef Bart! The festive Downtown Clubhouse ambiance will add the perfect amount of warmth to the holiday.

F 1-4 p.m.

F Adults – $34.95 plus gratuity F Children (5-12) – $16.95 plus gratuity F Children (4 and under) – Gratis F Downtown Clubhouse F Register online.

PRIME TIME All turkey-ed out? Treat friends and family who are still in town to a three-course prime rib dinner along with a live performance by Tom Kelly in the Jack Buck Grille!

Saturday, Nov. 24 F 7-10 p.m. F $29.95 per person F Make a dining reservation online.

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SUNDAY HOMESTYLE DINNER BUFFET Don’t feel like cooking on Sunday?

Then this is the perfect answer!

Beginning Sunday, Nov. 4, the West Clubhouse will offer a homestyle dinner buffet perfect for the entire family.

Beginning Sunday, Nov. 4 F 4-8 p.m.

Adults – $15 F Children – $10

Busches Introduce Members to New Vintage

Swirl, Sip and Shop at Wine Tasting and Sale

The Downtown Clubhouse Art Lounge was filled to the brim with wine enthusiasts when Andy and Kim Busch presented their latest vintage paired with a five-course dinner on Oct. 11. The event sold out with more than 75 guests in attendance, envied by a long wait list of members! The evening was a sophisticated way to celebrate the fall season!

ANDY AND KIM BUSCH STAND WITH CELESTE AND KURT WITZEL.

GOVERNOR TRACY BECKETTE ADDRESSES ATTENDEES.

Sponsored by the Wine Society This special event only comes once a year! As always, local wine purveyors will offer more than 80 of their best wines for tasting and purchase. Priced a fraction over cost, these bottles would make fantastic holiday gifts for friends, family or coworkers.

Chef Bart will create delicious hors d’oeuvres that will excellently pair with all the wines available to sample that evening.

JAY AND NADINE MANZO. PHOTO CREDIT: KARI R. FREY, FREYTOGRAPHY

KIM AND ANDY BUSCH DEBUT THEIR LATEST VINTAGE.

FRIDAY, NOV. 2 $30 per person plus gratuity No entry fee for Wine Society members Downtown Clubhouse Register online.

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Make Merry AT THE MAC

Need to find a home for your holiday party? The West Clubhouse provides a variety of flexible event spaces perfect for that intimate dinner gathering or corporate shindig!

Availability at the Downtown Clubhouse is limited, but a few slots remain for the holidays.

Wow your guests this season with that extra special MAC touch.

Call 314-539-4490 (WE) or 314-539-4470 (DT) to book an event.

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A Home for the Holidays

NEED EXTRA SPACE FOR FRIENDS AND FAMILY THIS HOLIDAY SEASON? The Downtown Clubhouse offers more than 75 hotel rooms as well as a vast array of amenities!

Call 314-231-7220 to book a room!

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ALL DAY HAPPY HOUR Sponsored by Tri Rinse Looking for excellent service in a nostalgic atmosphere? The Downtown Clubhouse barbershop is the answer! Offering services for both men and women, the possibilities are endless.

A wide array of styling products such as the new Morrocanoil line graces the shelves!

During the month of November, enjoy a complimentary beer with any barbershop service!

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VETERANS DAY COMMEMORATION TO HONOR TWO INDIVIDUALS The annual Veterans Day Commemoration co-hosted by the MAC and the St. Louis Rotary Club will honor all veterans, but specifically these two veterans for their exceptional service.

Thank you to Chairman Mel Burkhart and Veterans Day commemoration committee for their dedication to this event.

MAJOR GENERAL STEPHEN E. FARMEN, KEYNOTE SPEAKER MG Farmen, Commanding General, Surface Deployment and Distribution Command (SDDC), will headline the luncheon. Prior to assuming command of SDDC, MG Farmen commanded the U.S. Army Materiel Command’s Security Assistance Enterprise, which comprises multiple organizations and people, to build partner capacity and support and strengthen U.S. global allies/partnerships critical to achieving strategic readiness.

VETERAN OF THE YEAR, COLONEL JAMES P. CARROLL (RETIRED) More than 30 years ago, COL Carroll began as a young Army lieutenant, just off active duty, and eventually rose to the rank of a senior field grade officer. He was activated three times and deployed to different combat areas for more than five years. Today, COL Carroll is active within many military veteran organizations and belongs to the American Legion and VFW organization in his area.

Before his retirement, COL Carroll was a member of AUSA (Association, United States Army) and ROA (Reserve Officer Association). He maintains an exceptional

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VETERAN OF ACHIEVEMENT, SERGEANT MAJOR WALTER WRIGHT (RETIRED) SGM Wright enlisted in the U.S. Army in October 1975 and served for seven years as an 11 Bravo infantryman. After reenlisting five times, he was promoted to Sergeant Major in 1995. He served in Germany, Korea, Kansas, and Texas.

In 2015, SGM Wright assumed the duties of Senior JROTC instructor at Vashon High School as the program was facing dissolution. He set forth a four-year plan to revive the program and improve the cadets’ academic achievements. Because of his work, the JROTC program has drawn the attention of the St. Louis public school system, and the Vashon Unit was designated as an Honor Unit with Distinction, the highest award possible for a JROTC unit.

This was Vashon’s first designation in 24 years and was the only inner-city school to receive such an honor.

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Our keynote speaker is MG Stephen E. Farmen, a premier Army logistician who commands the Military Surface Deployment & Distribution Command (SDDC) in support of

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THURSDAY, NOV. 8 11:15 a.m. – Reception and military exhibits 12 p.m. – Lunch and program Downtown Clubhouse $27.50 per person Register online or call 314-539-4470.

by providing world-class,

origin-to-destination distribution services for U.S. forces as they deploy, sustain operations, and redeploy on a global basis.”

— MAC Governor Tracy Beckette Brigadier General (R), AUS Civilian Aide to the Secretary of the Army (CASA), Missouri (East)

SPECIAL VETERANS DISPL AY

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HONOR ROLL Thank you for your service!

MEMBER NAME Terrance D. Arndt John P. Baird Robert C. Barnes James T. Barry E. Tracy Beckette Edmund S. Beckette Timothy J. Beecher Robert J. Beetz Thomas D. Benignus William L. Bernard Glenn A. Bilzing Benjamin M. Bishop John H. Blixen Jack R. Bodine George P. Bouckaert James L. Boyd Patrick Boyle Stephen Brandt James A. Breckenridge Charles L. Bryant Harold Bulger Melvin G. Burkart Haplin T. Burke Frank Burns, III Gordon D. Bush James B. Campbell Michael Campbell John Carroll Thomas F. Caspari George Chopp James P. Cittadino Donald H. Clooney Robert G. Coers Thomas H. Cohen Robert E. Concannon, Jr. Christopher P. Connell John Conrad William J. Conway James F. Conway Edward A. Corich Don A. Costello Robert W. Cranston Harry L. Crisp, II Robert L. Croak Michael L. Danna Robert G. Davis William D. Denton Leonard S. Dino Morgan Dugan Samuel W. Duggan Robert B. Dunn Thomas Q. Ebanues Emil P. Elsaesser Robert P. Elsperman Francis J. Eyerman

BRANCH YEARS OF SERVICE Marine 67-71 Army 42-45 Marine 61-67 Army 67-82 Army 71-2005 Army 43-45 Navy 72-79 Army 51-53 Army 41-46 Army 44-46 Coast Guard 53-64 Navy 53-55 Army 63-69 Navy 45-46 Air Force 57-60 Army 57-58 Coast Guard 60-82 Army 74-77 Air Force 55-58 Army 87-91 Army 55-65 Navy 52-89 Air Force 51-53 Army 2000-2004 Army 66-95 Army 67-69 Navy 94-99 Air Force 42-45 Army 65-71 Marine 51-52 Army 51-54 Air Force 51-54 Army 53-55 Coast Guard 67-72 Army 56-58 Air Force 92-97 Army 70-76 Army 57-63 Army 55-57 Air Force 54-67 Army 52-54 Air Force 65-72 Marine 56-58 Navy 43-46 Army 61-66 Army 57-60 Army 64-65 Army 53-55 Army 2001-2006 Air Force 55-57 Army 67-69 Air Force 41-53 Navy 55-57 Air Force 59-67 Air Force 60-63

MEMBER NAME RANCH YEARS OF SERVICE Victor W. Farah Army 40-45/46-50 George L. Fitzsimmons Navy 68-74 Fred S. Flegel Army 67-73 Peter Fonseca Navy 94-98 Edwin L. Fowler Army 61-66 Donald R. Franz Navy 55-59 Robert B. Frederickson Navy 61-64 Frank Frimel Army 59-62 Don E. Fuller Army 58-61 Alexander Furla Air Force 85-06 Gary M. Gaertner, Sr. Coast Guard 54-61 David Gagan Army 63-59 Robert A. Gassoff Navy 03-Present John J. Gazzoli, Jr. Navy 69-75 Ray A. Gerritzen Army 54-55 Harry Gershenson Army 59-65 Roy Gray Army 78-87 George J. Green Marine 39-65 Burton Greenberg Air Force 51-52 Leonard Griggs Air Force 54-77 Thomas Guignon Army 67-71 Jack Gunn Navy 52-53 Donald J. Gunn Air Force 61-64 Michael Gunn Army 69-75 Kenneth W. Hammer Navy 44-46 Terry K. Hammer Army 66-69 Charles Hansen Navy 43-46 Judith R. Hanses Army 73-98 Michael Hardgrove Army 60-62 Larry J. Hart Navy 68-76 Christopher Hayes Coast Guard 86-96 Ted Heimburger Army 61-64 Joseph F. Hellauer Army 82-88 Ronald E. Henges Army 53-57 Thomas F. Hennessy, III Air Force 72-05 John T. Hermen Marine 43-46 John Y. Hewitt Marine 68-70 John P. Hoehn, III Army 71-73 Chris Hoffman Marine 2009-2014 Joseph W. Hoffmann Army 58-64 W.F. Samuel Hopmeier Army 58-59 Donald J. Hrebec Navy 56-58 Charles L. Hudson Army 45-46 George Hughes Air Force 56-58 Richard L. Hughes Army 55-62 John R. Hughes Army 60-66 James O. Huisinga Army 64-66 Robert A. Jacobson Army 71-73 Frank B. Janoski Army 74-2004 David F. Jones Air Force 63-67 J. Robert Keightley Army 59-70 Dale A. Knight Army 44-46 Clyde E. Knussmann Air Force 43-46 William S. Kopp Army 66-68 Phillip Korenblat Army 61-62

MEMBER NAME BRANCH YEARS OF SERVICE Herman L. Kriegshauser Air Force 55-57 Ronald L. Krutzman Navy 67-69 Clifford M. Kurrus Army 51-82 Adam LaBore Army 2002-2004 Brainerd W. LaTourette, Jr. Army 55-57 Gerald T. Lawlor Army 53-55 James A. Layton Navy 55-59 Dack Ledbetter Army 88-92 Milton E. Lenkman Army 54-57 Peter W. Likes Army 56-58 Carwin Lindenbusch Army 69-71 Steven E. Lohr Army 68-74 David V. Ludwig Army 75-77 Rene E. Lusser Army 56-61 Jerry F. Martin Army 72-74 Garvin D. Marty Air Force 57-59 Matthew Masiel Air Force 2001-2005 Craig D. McBride Air Force 86-89 Joseph B. McGlynn Army 18-19 Joseph B. McGlynn, Jr. Army 60-61 Timothy Messner Marine 99-2002 Stanley Miller Army 63-65 Geoffrey Miller Navy 58-60 Charles J. Milligan Navy 56-60 Emil F. Miskovsky Air Force 60-63 C. Scott Molden Navy 74-76 Thomas F. Mooney Navy 92-2012 Patrick J. Morris Army 61-63 Kurt Mungenast Marine/Army 88-98/99-03 George P. Murphy Marine Corps 66-69 Forrest J. Murphy Army 60-76 James J. Naumann Navy 78-98 Frank J. Niesen, Sr. Army 43-46 John M. Noce Air Force 68-72 Michael E. Nolan Navy 61-92 James P. O'Grady Air Force 58-64 Michael D. O'Keefe Air Force 62-64 Alan Orr, Jr. Navy 88-99 Gerald R. Ortbals Air Force 66-71 Gregory D. O'Shea Marine 53-93 Thomas O'Toole Marine 44-46 Richard A. Overton Army 67-69 Peter J. Palumbo Army 69-73 Basil D. Pappas Marine 67-73 Duane A. Patterson Army 53-55 James A. Paunovich Army 69-72 G. Keith Phoenix Army 68-71 William R. Piper Army 80-83 Roger Placke Navy 55-57 William Profilet Navy 84-89 John C. Reid Army 44-46 H. Kenneth Reynolds Army 43-46 Michael J. Ross Marine 64-67 John Salter Army 66-69 Timothy C. Sansone Army 89-92

MEMBER NAME BRANCH YEARS OF SERVICE Donald L. Schlapprizzi Army 60-65 William D. Schneck Army 70-72 Vern H. Schneider Army 43-46 Charles W. Schroeder Air Force 43-80 Jim Segrist Navy 65-69 James A. Sheets Air Force 66-69 Charles M.M. Shepherd Army 53-56 Raese V. Simpson Navy 56-65 William A. Skaggs Army 53-54 Russell J. Slater Marine 44-46 Edward W. Smith Air Force 56-65 John J. Smith Army 52-53 Tim Smith Army 2003-2007 Edgar C. Sparks Marine 51-53 Thomas Spence Air Force 79-88 Jack T. Steele Navy 45-46/54-56 Richard W. Stegmann Coast Guard 56-62 Hon. William D. Stiehl Navy 43-46/50-52 John Stieven Air Force 79-99 Carl C. Stifel Army 60-62 Howard H. Stine Army 67-69 Richard Stith Marine 41-45 James W. Stith Army 45-47 Donald L. Stream Navy 67-71 Edward A. Striker Navy 55-57 Robert L. Stuntz Army 61-68 John Stupp Army 72-93 Joseph A. Swope Navy 44-46 Bruce Tarantola Army 45-47 Ronald J. Taylor Navy 93-99 Phillip S. Tomber Marine 64-72 Norm Toon Navy 85-08 Joseph M. Touhill Air Force 52-54 Luis Tumialan Army 80-97 Ronald G. Vinyard Army 69-72 Donald A. Wachter Army 46-47 George W. Walker Air Force 54-74 Robert G. Walrond Army 60-63 Michael E. Ward Coast Guard 80-2002 Joseph A. Weber, Jr. Air Force 84-2012 Harry C. Weber Navy 64-69 Robert M. Weinshenker Army 61-67 Keith Wheeler Army 70-71 Bill Willert Navy 66-70 James E. Williams Navy 86-95 Justin A. Williamson Navy 62-65 Richard L. Winter Army 69-71 Melvin Witt Air Force 52-72 Alwyn E. Wolfarth Army 61-62 Eric Woodruff Army 88-92 Rob Wunderlich, Jr. Marine/AF 86-present Robert A. Wunderlich, Sr. Air Force 57-62 Peter J. Yannakakis Navy 88-93 William L. Zielinski Navy 44-46 Ralph Zitzmann Navy 44-46

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BARBERSHOP

More than 30 years ago, the Downtown Clubhouse barbershop was not just a place to get a haircut.

It was a place where members gathered to hear the latest Club news, share bits of gossip, and forge new friendships. The Cherry Diamond sat down with long-time barbers Vicki Lehman and Betty Krohlbrecker to hear stories from the 1980s and ’90s.

“A haircut isn’t just a haircut. It’s one of the more intimate ways you can be with a person.” With that statement, Larry Thompson, former MAC General Manager, summed up the MAC barbershop perfectly. “I know for a fact that we have members who might not still be members if it wasn’t for these ladies.”

Vicki Lehman, currently the barber with the longest tenure, joined the barbershop in 1986. “When I started, there were seven barbers on staff—five in a day—one manicurist, and one shoe shine guy,” she said. Betty Krohlbrecker joined the team in 1992 and quickly forged a friendship with Vicki, creating a strong bond that holds to this day. In 2004, after the opening of the West Clubhouse, both Betty and Vicki transferred to that location to open the current salon.

In the early days, the ladies worked under Ron Overman, the barbershop manager, who was a beloved figure at the MAC. Ron began his job in the late 1960s/early 1970s, straight out of barber school at the age of 20, and Vicki and Betty had plenty to say regarding this esteemed man. “Ron was a good boss,” said Vicki, “he was pretty easy.” But Vicki also noted that Ron wasn’t always a perfect angel. “He didn’t get mad; he got even,” she laughed.

The two ladies also shared that Ron did not leave the barbershop very often throughout the year, but when he did go on vacation, he would always go trout fishing and hunting with his brothers.

“He never shot anything, but he went to go drink and play cards,” Vicki chuckled. “He had his gun with the bayonet. He always talked about his gun with the bayonet,” she said.

TOP FROM LEFT: THEN – THE BARBERSHOP REOPENED AFTER RENOVATIONS ON APRIL 25, 1956.

NOW – THE BARBERSHOP LOOKS MUCH LIKE IT DID BACK IN 1956.

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The years at the Downtown Clubhouse were entertaining for Betty and Vicki, and once they started reminiscing, the stories flowed. Read further for some of their favorites.

WAYNE’S WORLD When Betty came on board, she replaced Wayne, the barber that Vicki liked to call “the ladies man.” “He used to date married women, and he had two at one time,” said Vicki. “He wasn’t shy about telling this story. A member gave him four tickets to the baseball game. He gave the nurse two tickets to take her husband, and then he took his girlfriend with the other two tickets; they were all in a row. I know this because I was a few rows ahead of him!” Vicki said, laughing. “We had members that would purposely make an appointment with Wayne to hear about his love life.”

BETTY AND VICKI STAND WITH LONG-TIME MEMBER CARL STIFEL. CARL REGULARLY VISITED THE LADIES AT THE BARBERSHOP DOWNTOWN. WHEN THEY MOVED WEST, HE FOLLOWED!

THE BLUE ANGELS “We had a member that used to work at Boeing,” said Vicki, “and part of his job was to entertain and take care of the Blue Angels.

So, he would set them up at the Club when they came into town.”

“They wore the tight pants,” interjected Betty with a whisper, “they were hot.” “I would always give him trouble for not bringing them up to the barbershop to see us,” Vicki continued. “So, one day I got a phone call from the girl downstairs saying that the Blue Angels were at the front desk. I’m hurrying to look over the banister. The captain came up the steps, gave me a rose, a video tape of the Blue Angels, and a kiss. I nearly fell over the banister.”

WHAT A LOAD OF SH*T! Following a haircut, a member stood up to say goodbye and shook his leg. “We all looked down, and sh*t had fallen out of his pants!

He acted like there was nothing there,” said Vicki. “Then another member came into the shop to make an appointment, and I had to push him back. He looked at me like why did you do that? And I told him to look down. We ended up having the shoe shine guy clean it up because his girlfriend just had a baby, and he was used to cleaning that stuff up.”

THE RAZOR SWITCH “We used to use straight razors,” said Betty. “We quit doing that and use safety razors now.” Vicki added that at the time of the impending switch, Ron suggested getting Mr. Neidt’s opinion on the change. If he was okay with it, it would be okay for everyone else. “He was one of my guys that every ten days would get a haircut, shave, facial, manicure, and shoe shine,” said Vicki. “He would call and say, ‘I’m on my way, go to the bar and get me a single malt scotch and a cup of nuts.’ And it would be waiting for him.” Suffice it to say, Mr. Neidt was fine with the switch.

IT’S MORE THAN FOUR WALLS Mr. Neidt was not the only member who forged long-lasting relationships with the MAC’s barbers. Countless members would visit the barbershop—not just for the haircuts—but for the personal touches that only the MAC barbershop could provide. Ron, Vicki, Betty and various manicurists would regularly travel offsite for members who could not make it into the barbershop. For example, Vicki currently travels to the home of Mr. Frank Bittner and his wife since they can no longer travel to the Club.

This kind of love and care transforms the ordinary task of haircutting into something much more: a strong bond of trust and loyalty between members and staff, and friendships that reach far beyond the barbershop walls.

Today, the current barbershop still looks very much like it did in the early days. Alisa, Rosalie, Karen and Rose offer members a wide variety of services at the Downtown Clubhouse, and Vicki, Betty, Ida and Sheri are available to assist members at the West Clubhouse. Book an appointment at either location; you might just make a new, lifelong friend!

FAMED FIRST HAIRCUTS One barbershop tradition that evolved on its own was bringing children to the MAC for their first haircut. This fun ritual continues to this day! Vicki shared that she has cut the hair of several multi-generation MAC families; one of which is the Frederic family. Here, Bob Frederic (standing) joins his son Gene as Gene’s son Bobby receives his first haircut at the West Clubhouse. Vicki had cut Bob’s father Gene’s hair and has continued the tradition for four generations.

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JACK BUCK

Awards Banquet MONDAY, DECEMBER 3

presented by Make plans to attend the premier sports banquet in St. Louis at the 49th Jack Buck Awards, presented by Maryville University.

Reservations are open. Register online or call 314-539-4470.

Sponsorship opportunities are available.

Contact Jim Wilson at jwilson@mac-stl.org for details. Sponsors are invited to attend the VIP reception featuring the award honorees and receive prime seating at the banquet.

Jack Buck Awards sponsorships benefit the MAC’s Sports Foundation, a 501c3 nonprofit organization.

MONDAY, DEC. 3 5:30 p.m. – Cocktails 7 p.m. – Dinner $150 per person, inclusive (complimentary drinks during reception; drinks by signature during dinner) Downtown Clubhouse Register online or call 314-539-4470.

The event always sells out so make reservations early.

RIGHT: VLADIMIR TARASENKO, THE 2016 SPORTS PERSONALITY OF THE YEAR

HERMANN TROPHY BANQUET FR I DAY, JA N . 4 , 2019

Since 1986, the Missouri Athletic Club has annually presented the Hermann Trophy to the top male and female collegiate soccer players in the country. Some of the biggest names in American soccer history like Mia Hamm, Kristine Lilly, Claudio Reyna and Alexi Lalas have won the award prior to going on to international stardom.

On Jan. 4, find out who will be crowned soccer’s next rising stars at the MAC Hermann Trophy banquet.

Dan Flynn, U.S. Soccer’s CEO/Secretary General, is the featured speaker.

Friday, Jan. 4 F 5:45 p.m. – Cocktails and press conference F 7 p.m. – Dinner F 8 p.m. – Program Downtown Clubhouse F $75 per person F Register online. $125 per person – VIP (includes entry to VIP reception featuring the speaker and college players)

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A special event celebrating St. Louis history featuring local authors and historians Thursday, November 15 at 7 p.m. (Doors open at 6:30 p.m.)

Missouri Athletic Club 405 Washington Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63102 Admission is $10 per person Call 314-539-4470 for reservations

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Cameron Collins

Amanda Doyle

Calvin Riley

Carol Shepley

Ron Jacober

What’s the best way to learn about a city? Listen to its stories!

Experience St. Louis in a truly unique and authentic way at STL Storytelling Live, a live storytelling event featuring local authors. The stories presented will range from colorful and quirky to heartwarming and poignant. Storytellers will combine personal experience with favorite St. Louis topics like nostalgia, sports, historical happenings, and special places.

Longtime St. Louis radio personality and prolific travel writer Bill Clevlen (100 Things to Do in America Before You Die) will moderate the event program and participate alongside other local authors including: • Cameron Collins, blogger and creator of distilledhistory.com (Lost Treasures of St. Louis) • Amanda Doyle, guidebook and children’s author (To the Top: The Story of the Gateway Arch) • Calvin Riley, founder and director of the George B. Vashon African American History Museum • Carol Shepley, St. Louis historian and guide (St. Louis: An Illustrated Timeline) • Ron Jacober, KMOX and Cardinals broadcaster (Immortal Moments in Cardinals History)

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Books and other items by the storytellers will be available for sale before and after the event, with a portion of proceeds going to children’s charities supported by the Missouri Athletic Club. Participating charities include Join Hands ESL, KEEN (Kids Enjoy Exercise Now) St. Louis, and Books for Newborns. After the program, storytellers will greet attendees and autograph items purchased at the event.

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More Information: Stephanie Leadlove, sleadlove@mac-stl.org or 314-539-4470

STL Storytelling Live is sponsored by the Missouri Athletic Club and Reedy Press.

A TERRIFIC TIP-OFF The MAC hosted the second annual College Basketball Tip-Off Luncheon on Sept. 24. Basketball fans filled the Missouri Ballroom to hear KMOX’s own Tom Ackerman interview head basketball

coaches Cuonzo Martin (Mizzou), Dana Ford (Missouri State), Travis Ford (SLU), Barry Hinson (SIU-C), Jon Harris (SIU-E) and Brad Underwood (Illinois) on the upcoming 2018-2019 season.

TOP ROW: COACHES JON HARRIS, DANA FORD AND BARRY HINSON CONVERSE IN THE MEDIA ROOM; TRAVIS FORD SHARES HIS OUTLOOK ON THE UPCOMING SEASON; CUONZO MARTIN TALKS STRATEGY. BOTTOM ROW: CHANNEL 5 INTERVIEWS BRAD UNDERWOOD; TOM ACKERMANN (FAR RIGHT) INTERVIEWS THE SIX COACHES.

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The MAC has become a hub for local college basketball. The Missouri Valley Conference hosted their annual basketball media day at the Club for the first time. The men’s and women’s coaches from the MVC along with media from throughout the region gathered to preview the upcoming season. The event was a hit and is scheduled to return to the Club next year.

LOYOLA COACH PORTER MOSER IS INTERVIEWED BY FRANK CUSUMANO AT THE MISSOURI VALLEY CONFERENCE MEDIA DAY.

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JOIN THE WINTER BASKETBALL LEAGUE

Registration for the winter basketball league runs Nov. 12-Dec. 14, and leagues begin the week of Jan. 7. The open league plays on Monday and Tuesday nights, and the over-40 league plays on Wednesday nights.

F $70 per person per league (members may join more than one league) Register online from Athletics > Basketball > Leagues. Contact Scott Mattingly at smattingly@mac-stl.org with any questions.

SPORTS Shorts PGA GOLF SALE

TAKE THE SHUTTLE

The annual PGA Golf Sale takes place in the West Clubhouse gym Nov. 2-4. Save up to 80% on golf apparel, clubs, balls, shoes, and more!

F Friday VIP pre-sale – 6-8 p.m.

F Saturday and Sunday – 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

F MAC members – Free F Kids 12 and under – Free

Don’t forget to hop aboard the MAC shuttle before and after all concerts and Blues and Billikens home games! The Jack Buck Grille offers pre-game fare and drinks!

THANKSGIVING HOURS The Downtown Clubhouse athletic department will close on Thursday, Nov. 22 for Thanksgiving. It will reopen on Friday, Nov. 23 with limited hours (7 a.m.-2 p.m.).

Regular hours will resume on Saturday, Nov. 24 and Sunday, Nov. 25.

SUPERIOR SQUASH SQUASH CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP Compete in the annual Club squash doubles championships Nov. 12-18 at the West Clubhouse. Divisions include Men’s A, B, C, and D, Ladies Open, and Mixed Doubles.

Entry is $40 per player and $10 for each extra division. The price includes refreshments, snacks, awards, and entry to the end-ofseason awards dinner. Contact Adam Bews at abews@mac-stl.org to sign up by Nov. 5.

MIXED DOUBLES INVITATIONAL The MAC will host eight of the top doubles pros in the world Nov. 9-11 at the West Clubhouse during this mixed doubles invitational presented by Mosby Building Arts. The event is free to attend!

F Nov. 9 – 5 p.m. and 6 p.m.

F Nov. 10 – 4 p.m. and 5 p.m.

F Nov. 11 – 11 a.m. and 12 p.m.

Email abews@mac-stl.org for more information.

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WINTER YOUTH PROGRAMS MACTIVITIES Friday night MACtivities resume at the West Clubhouse beginning Friday, Oct. 5, and run through May! Kids ages 5-12 can gather in the gym for activities, crafts, sports, and movie nights from 5:30-8:30 p.m. Infants through age four can enjoy activities in the childcare room ($5 per child, per hour).

MOVIE NIGHTS F Nov. 16 – A Dog’s Purpose F Dec. 21 – Home Alone

LIFEGUARD CERTIFICATION Get ready for the summer 2019 pool season!

The Club will offer a lifeguard certification course taught by American Red Cross certified instructor Erica Thompson. All participants must attend all sessions to complete the course. All classes will be held at the Downtown Clubhouse.

F Thursday-Sunday, Dec. 27-30 F Thursday-Saturday – 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

F Sunday – 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

F $200 per participant for four-day clinic (includes cost of all books and materials) Register online from Athletics > Swim & Dive > Lifeguard Certification.

JR. TENNIS HOLIDAY CAMP

HOLIDAY CAMP MAC

Improve your child’s tennis ability and sign them up for holiday camp Dec. 26-28! Price is per child, per clinic, per day.

Wednesday, Dec. 26 High Performance, Peak Performance, Tots, Future, Varsity, Tournament and Intermediate Thursday, Dec. 27 High Performance, Peak Performance, Tots and Future Friday, Dec. 28 High Performance, Peak Performance, Tots, Future, Varsity, Tournament and Intermediate For times, pricing, and to register, login to the MAC website and navigate to Athletics > Tennis > Jr. Programs. Contact Max Shapiro at mshapiro@mac-stl.org with any questions.

Jingle all the way to holiday camp! Sign up kids in grades K-6 for full- or half-day options during their holiday break. They will enjoy sports, games, crafts, and more!

F Dec. 21, 26-28, and Jan. 2 F Full: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. (lunch included) F Half: 9 a.m.-12 p.m. or 1-4 p.m. (optional $7 lunch) F West Clubhouse F Members: $50 per full day; $25 per half day F Guests: $65 per full day; $40 per half day Register online: Athletics > Youth Programs > Camps.

DROP ‘N SHOP Drop the kids off for a variety of fun activities and wrap up holiday shopping!

F Wednesday, Dec. 5 F Wednesday Dec. 12 F 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

F West Clubhouse childcare Register online from the Youth Programs Calendar.

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PRESCHOOL HOLIDAY CAMP Preschool camp for children ages 3-5 (must be fully potty trained) runs Dec. 21, 26-28, and Jan. 2 for members only.

F 9 am.-12 p.m.

F West Clubhouse F $30 per day Register online: Athletics > Youth Programs > Camps

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DOWNTOWN CLUBHOUSE POOL RECEIVES FACELIFT From Aug. 27-Oct. 2, the Downtown Clubhouse pool underwent an entire renovation including a brand-new paint job and pool deck refinishing.

The ceiling and upper walls were scraped free of lead paint, patched, and repainted, and a brand-new exhaust fan was installed. Thank you to a very generous member who donated a gift to make this happen as well as JTW Restoration Services, Inc. for handling the actual renovation process.

Downtown Clubhouse pool renovation completed by JTW Restoration Services, Inc. Masonry Restoration | Brickwork | Caulking | Sandblasting | Painting | Special Coatings Concrete Restoration | Parking Garage Restoration | Lead Abatement | Epoxy Flooring | Plaster Repairs Sean Boles, MAC member swboles4@yahoo.com

Gary Sextro, MAC member garylsextro@gmail.com

Call 314-231-2711 for more information.

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Welcome New Personal Trainer Nick Martin!

Nick Martin recently joined the Downtown Clubhouse fitness department as a personal trainer and nutritionist! Nick was born and raised in St. Louis and boasts five years of experience. After losing 90 pounds on his own, Nick’s mindset shifted. Now, he looks forward to motivating members in their weight loss journey. For fun, Nick enjoys car shows, hiking, competing in powerlifting meets, and exploring new restaurants and pubs!

PERSONAL TRAINING F Three one-hour personal training sessions - $150 NUTRITION SESSIONS F Three-pack of 60-minute sessions - $165 F One-hour session - $65 F 30-minute session - $40

A HEAD START FOR THE HOLIDAYS: Compete in the Indoor Triathlon Get a head start on staying fit for the holidays and compete in the annual Indoor Triathlon! The event will consist of a 10-minute swim, 30-minute bike ride, and 20-minute run.

SATURDAY, NOV. 17 F 8 a.m.

F Downtown Clubhouse F $30 per participant F Register online.

Call 314-539-4495 to book a session!

FITNESS tip

When determining the success of a fitness regimen, look at body fat percentage or the number of inches lost, not the scale!

Muscle weighs more than fat so the number on the scale is not an accurate measure of progress or success.

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WEIGHT LOSS CHALLENGE Mark the calendar for the annual 12-week Weight Loss Challenge beginning Monday, Jan. 7! The $145 per person entry fee includes either a personal training session or nutrition session and 10% off any additional wellness service. Rally together with other members and shed those pounds!

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YOGA / BARRE CLASSES UNTIL JANUARY 1 The long-awaited yoga and barre studio at the West Clubhouse opened on Monday, Oct. 29. As a celebratory kickoff and added value to MAC members, all introductory yoga, BUTI and barre classes are complimentary until the end of the

calendar year! This is a great opportunity to check out the new space, try new classes, meet the instructors, and connect with fellow members. Sign up for one of the various new classes such as Warm Yoga or Barre Fusion and experience the

gorgeous new studio! View and register for all classes online from Fitness & Wellness > Classes > Registration Calendar (West).

Full descriptions of each class can be found under Classes > Descriptions.

THE WAIT FOR WEIGHTS IS OVER:

PHASE 1A COMPLETED!

Phase 1A of the West Clubhouse’s expanded and renovated weight room opened to members on Sept. 27 and featured brand new equipment! Fitness Manager Paul

Helfrich led several member tours of the renovated and expanded space and shared instruction on equipment use. The positive feedback and excitement around Phase 1A

has created a sense of urgency for Phase 1B. Work on Phase 1B began on Oct. 8 and is on track for completion by early January.

REVVING UP FOR RENOVATION The Downtown Clubhouse weight room is slated for renovation in the coming months. The new design will mirror the look and feel of the recently renovated functional training room on 5M and the group exercise space on the 11th floor. New equipment was ordered in mid-October and is scheduled for delivery on Dec. 19. The goal is to have the entire project completed prior to the new year.

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SIP AND SHOP FOR THE HOLIDAYS! Get an early start on holiday shopping while enjoying a glass of wine and other sweet treats at the annual Sip and Shop event, sponsored by the Women’s Initiative Group. A wide array of vendors will transform the West Clubhouse dining room into a shopping heaven featuring items such as jewelry, home décor, candles, and more! Invite friends, family and coworkers to join in the fun. Sweet treats, a glass of wine, and raffle prizes are included. Donate to a CSC charity for an additional raffle ticket!

Donation items include: remote control cars, Nerf footballs for boys, “inspiration” bracelets for girls, socks and underwear for all ages, children's books, and household and kitchen items.

Wednesday, Nov. 14 F 5:30-8:30 p.m. F West Clubhouse F Event is complimentary F Register online.

THE JANUARY THAW

“Butch Wax and the Hollywoods” will set the night to music for the annual Charitable Society for Children check presentation event. Enjoy a cocktail reception and dinner followed by dancing. During the night, the CSC will present checks to its three 2018 children’s charities and announce its three 2019 charity selections.

Friday, Jan. 18 F 6 p.m. – Cocktails F 7 p.m. – Dinner F 8-11 p.m. – Dancing $62.50 per person F Register online.

Foundations' Gala

The annual Foundations’ Gala date is set for Friday, Feb. 8. Stay tuned for more details but mark the calendar to attend and celebrate the foundations and their supporters.

Support the Gala and become a sponsor or donate auction items. These are two excellent ways to align your company with the MAC’s three foundations! Prime donation items include vacation packages, sports tickets, high-end jewelry, private jet packages, and more. Contact Katie Maurer at 314-539-4402 or kmaurer@mac-stl.org to become a sponsor or to donate.

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Apollos Will Celebrate Two Anniversaries The oldest singing group west of the Mississippi will celebrate two anniversaries during their fall concert. The Apollos celebrate their own

75th anniversary as well as the Muny’s 100th anniversary! The evening’s song lineup will reflect these milestones and will include some of America’s greatest musical hits for concert-goers’ enjoyment! Sopranos and altos are encouraged to join the group!

Friday, Nov. 30 F 6 p.m. F $38.50 per person F Register online.

FYC Commemorates Soldiers Memorial

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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

In 2016, the Soldiers Memorial Military Museum closed to undergo a renovation. On Nov. 3, it will reopen as a state-of-the-art facility. The Forever Young Club will host an overview of the project presented by Karen M. Goering, Managing Director of Administration and Operations at the Missouri Historical Society. Ms. Goering supervised the $30 million restoration, which was funded entirely by anonymous donors. In its now sparkling art deco home, the Soldiers Memorial will continue to tell the stories of local military service members, veterans and their families.

Join the presentation on Nov. 16 at 11:30 a.m. at the West Clubhouse. Register online or call 314-539-4490.

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, second 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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BEER , BR ATS AND BANTER The annual Oktoberfest, co-sponsored by the Mark Twain Society and Craft Beer Club, found a new location outdoors at the West Clubhouse, which resulted in a fantastic

turnout! Craft brew masters such as Schlafly Bottleworks and Boulevard Brewing Co. set up shop and gave members and guests a chance to sample a variety of beers. Chef Charles created

a German feast complete with bratwurst and sauerkraut to accompany the brew. More than 90 members and guests enjoyed the evening’s festivities and gorgeous weather.

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DOWNTOWN ST. LOUIS CAME ALIVE ONCE THE SUN SET!

Concert and Cocktails

Draws Record Attendance The Associates hosted another one of their famed rooftop parties on Sept. 27, which generated a record number of 128 attendees, of which 70 were guests! The weather was brisk, yet beautiful.

Members and guests enjoyed drink specials, hors d’oeuvres, games, live music, and friendship.

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Give Those Shoes A Holiday Shine!

Wednesday, January 16

Let seasoned shoe repair expert Don Cross get those shoes ready for the holidays! Both clubhouses offer shoe shines, and all repairs and most leather work are completed at the Downtown Clubhouse.

Drop shoes off at the Downtown Clubhouse athletic desk or at the West Clubhouse Pro Shop desk to be serviced downtown.

For more information, call Don Cross or Donald Rushing at 314-539-4482 (DT) or Melvin Clark at 314-539-4444 (WE).

Please RSVP to 314/993-4045, ext. 242, if you can join us.

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A P ER F EC T PA RT N ER S H I P Every Thursday, forcalendars more thanfor 25 the years, the Rotary ClubHappy of Mark your upcoming MAC St. Louis has hosted its weekly lunch meetings indrink the Missouri Hours.

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The RotarytoClub’s events are a great opportunity meet new luncheons often feature interestingfriends speakers and recognize to the members and introduce and colleagues notableClub. individuals.

No reservations are required.

In addition to the MAC, the Rotary Club collaborates with many organizations St. Louis Public Downtown and institutions such asWest (Poolside) SchoolsWednesday, and Webster June University for14 25 to provide opportunities Saturday, June leadership and academic Recently, on Oct.July 18, 12 the Wednesday, July recognition.

23 Saturday, Rotary Thursday, Club hostedAug. the Young Citizens Awards, which Aug. recognizes Saturday, 23 a 14 male and High Schools.

1:30-4:30 p.m. The 5-8female p.m. senior from Saint Louis Public

honorees each received a $5,000 scholarship to Webster University.

For almost 40 years, the Rotary Club and Webster University have also been recognizing eighth graders with its Eighth Grade Awards Program.

Dr. Beth Russell, Ph.D. and immediate past president of Rotary Club of St. Louis, remarks that the ongoing partnership with the MAC is and has been a huge success. “The Missouri Athletic Club and the Rotary Club of St. Louis are the perfect match as we are both historic organizations serving our communities. It is such as pleasure to meet weekly at the MAC allowing us to showcase our exceptional organization in a beautiful space.”

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MAC snapshots COLONEL GRIGGS CELEBRATED HIS BIRTHDAY WITH HIS WIFE DENISE AND DAUGHTER JULIE.

ORVIN KIMBROUGH AND PRESIDENT KEITH PHOENIX ENJOYED THE EVENING AT OKTOBERFEST.

STEVE HAKANSON, PAT CORICH, LOUGHERY HAWKINS, AND SUSAN ROSENTHAL PLAYED BRIDGE DURING THEIR BI-MONTHLY MEETING.

JAY AND SUSAN WERNER SMILE FOR THE CAMERA AT THE FOLDED HILLS WINE DINNER. PHOTO CREDIT: KARI R. FREY, FREYTOGRAPHY

THE APOLLOS HELD A RETIREMENT PARTY FOR JOHN GROSS, THEIR PIANO PLAYER FOR MORE THAN 50 YEARS, ON SEPT. 27. HERE, JOHN RECEIVES A THANK-YOU CHECK AT THE WEST CLUBHOUSE. MANY STORIES WERE TOLD THAT NIGHT!

ALLISON BENNEY, SCOTT WHITEHILL, MAX DOUGHERTY, ERICA NARLOCH, OLIVIA ANDERSON, AND HARRY PETTY EXPERIENCE THE MAC ATMOSPHERE DURING CONCERT AND COCKTAILS ON SEPT. 27.

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