Missouri Athletic Club, Cherry Diamond, August 2016

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Missouri Athletic Club Founded in 1903

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Cherry Diamond Staff Publisher – Troy Robertson Director of Communications – Jim Wilson Content Marketing Manager/Managing Editor – Amy Freeman Communications Coordinator – Emma Frey Design – Lilyann Rice General Manager – Wallace L. Smith

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14 A Sizzlin’ Summer 18 High School All-Star Soccer Games 20 August is Foundations’ Month

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To advertise, contact 314-539-4459 or efrey@mac-stl.org.

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Departments 2 Calendar of Events 5 President’s Column 6 From the GM’s Desk 8 New Members

12 Fine Dining 16 Athletics 19 Fitness Focus 26 Clubs Within the Club

28 Around the Club 30 MAC Past 32 Snapshots

ON THE COVER: The Downtown Clubhouse as displayed in the August 2, 1916 issue of The American Architect.

The Cherry Diamond Vol. 110/No. 8 (USPS: 102-560) is published monthly by the Missouri Athletic Club, 405 Washington Ave., St. Louis, MO 63102, (314) 231-7220.

Subscription - $45 per year, subject to sales tax.

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F Did You Know? F This year, the Downtown Clubhouse celebrates its 100th anniversary.

Brush up on MAC history with some of these lesser-known facts from the past 100 years!

DID YOU KNOW that a dinner dance was showcased at the Club in 1946 and boasted the likes of film stars Shirley Patterson and Helen Mowery, comedian Roscoe Ates and cowboy singer Eddie Dean?

DID YOU KNOW that the current valet/coat check space at the Downtown Clubhouse was an ornate breakfast room in 1916?

DID YOU KNOW that St. Louis Cardinals shortstop, Alvin Dark, visited the Club for lunch in July 1956?

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UPCOMING EVENTS

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Downtown Athletics Summer Hours F Monday-Friday: 4 a.m.-9 p.m.

F Saturday: 7 a.m.-6 p.m.

F Sundays: Closed

West Clubhouse Pool Hours F Monday-Friday: 12-9 p.m.

F Saturday and Sunday: 10 a.m.-9 p.m.

August FOUNDATIONS’ MONTH Dive in Movie (WE) Friday, Aug. 5 Bring the kids for a movie at the pool, including complimentary soda and popcorn. An optional dinner is available.

5 p.m. – Dinner | Zootopia to begin at dusk $20 per person for optional dinner

Foundations’ Golf Classic Monday, August 29 The annual golf tournament is sold out, but you can still support the foundations by registering to attend the dinner and auction following the tournament.

Sponsorships are still available; call Katie at 314-539-4402.

6 p.m. – Dinner Glen Echo Country Club $100 – Dinner only

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Golf Club Championship Thursday, Sept. 8 Join fellow members for the Golf Club Championship comprised of men and women’s categories for both a Championship (Scratch) and Handicap Division. Hors d’oeuvres and prizes will follow!

1:30 p.m.

Glen Echo Country Club $65 green fee, plus cart fee (first 36 Golf Club members receive $25 off the first round)

Seventh Annual Sprint Triathlon (WE) Saturday, Sept. 10 The MAC’s annual sprint triathlon is around the corner so start training now! This year’s event includes a relay option with each team member completing a leg of the race. The triathlon consists of a 300-yard swim, 12-mile bike ride, and a three-mile run.

6:30 a.m.

Members: $60 per person, inclusive Guests: $75 per person, inclusive $100 per relay team Price includes race entry and post-race breakfast buffet.

Ballroom Dance Lessons (DT) Sept. 13, 20, 27, Oct. 4 Dance instructor, Lucy Fitzgerald, presents four ballroom sessions consisting of various dance styles.

6:30-9:30 p.m. $55 per person, inclusive, for Dance Club members $62.50 per person, inclusive, for non-Dance Club members

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 F Within the Quick Links box under Reservations > Events Note: Easily locate your event by using the red “Quick Filter” button in the upper left corner of the calendar page. Filtered Club Events and CWC calendars are also accessible under the Social heading.

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Reservations can also be made by calling: F Downtown: 314-539-4470 F West: 314-539-4490 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.

Contact webmaster@mac-stl.org with any login or registration questions.

Sip, Savor and Chocolate (DT) Wednesday, Sept. 14 Enjoy a superb evening co-sponsored by the Wine Society and Women’s Initiative Committee. Four extravagant food stations are paired with various wines presented by Major Brands’ Linda McGovern.

6-8 p.m. $25 per person, inclusive, for Wine Society members $30 per person, inclusive, for non-Wine Society members

Jake’s Leg Poolside Concert (WE) Saturday, Sept. 24 Jake’s Leg, a 40-year-old St. Louis band, performs a poolside concert! An optional dinner buffet and cash bar will be available.

5-7 p.m. – Dinner buffet and cash bar 7 p.m. – Concert $20 per person, inclusive, concert only $40 per person, inclusive, concert and dinner At the door: $25 per person, inclusive, concert only $45 per person, inclusive, concert and dinner

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 Bike, Run & Triathlon Thursdays, 5:30 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 www.mac-stl.org or call 314-539-4402.

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The MAC provides a number of communication outlets to keep members informed about Club activities.

Here are some resources to help stay connected: WEBSITE The newly redesigned MAC website is the go-to resource for learning about the latest Club activities, events, dining specials, new programs and more! Use the website to make online reservations for events, dining, courts, fitness classes, and overnight guest rooms! Members can also view and pay their statements online.

CHERRY DIAMOND For more than a century, the Cherry Diamond has chronicled Club news and events. The publication is mailed to the membership every month and has also proven to be an effective vehicle for advertisers to reach the MAC membership. The magazine is available in both print and digital forms. To advertise, call 314-539-4459.

E-NEWSLETTERS The Club sends out two e-newsletters each week to the membership: The Buffet and the CWC a la Carte.

On Mondays, The Buffet includes general Club information regarding upcoming events, notices, promotions, new programs and more. On Wednesdays, the CWC a la Carte focuses on Clubs Within the Club events.

Banner ads are available for purchase in each newsletter. Call 314-539-4459 for more information.

SOCIAL MEDIA The Club utilizes various social media outlets to instantaneously communicate with members. Follow the MAC on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, and YouTube: F Facebook: @macstlouis F Twitter: @macstlouis F Instagram: @macstlouis F LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/Missouri-athletic-club F YouTube: youtube.com/missouriathleticclub

SIGNAGE Promotional signage is displayed throughout the Club to share information about coming events.

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PRESIDENT’S COLUMN

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Culture Club Our Club has indefinable characteristics, special traits that have been breathed into the walls since our founding. It’s an uncommon feel that only comes with private Clubs of our type. It’s tradition. It’s history. It’s camaraderie.

It’s the special privilege that only a MEMBER can know. It’s something that as President I feel a great obligation to carry forward. So, the challenge becomes: how do we open and assimilate a new bar into our 113 year-old heritage? And how do we ensure this new space highlights our history while meeting the needs of today’s members?

Enter our General Manager Wally Smith and Chef Grant Higgs to accept the challenge.

They spent the better part of a year identifying talented folks in the food and beverage industry and then boldly setting out to recruit and hire these people. Almost every employee at 1903 is new to the MAC. These new employees were tasked with the mission of creating, continuing, and ultimately improving the culture inside 1903. At the time of print, the bar will have been open for about 90 days.

Based on my personal experience and from the feedback I’ve received from all of you, I’d say they nailed it! Our staff has created a unique, warm, clubby atmosphere where members can enjoy our newest amenity alongside friends and colleagues. I encourage all members to make time to visit 1903. Come meet the Dream Team we’ve assembled to serve you. Come feel for yourself the special, indescribable feeling

that only a member at the Missouri Athletic Club can know.

For your easy reading pleasure, here are this month’s Presidential Bullet Points: F August is Foundations’ Month. Our foundations are an integral part of our Club and provide additional avenues to preserve our Downtown Clubhouse, restore and display our art collection, and connect with our community through various sports programs. Please keep your MAC eyes and ears open to new foundation initiatives happening throughout the month. Foundations’ Month culminates with our golf tournament on Monday, Aug. 29 at Glen Echo Country Club.

I’m happy to report that the event is SOLD OUT. There are still sponsorship and auction opportunities available. Special thanks to Past President John Bugh for chairing the golf tourney this year!

F The MAC Penguin Swim and Dive teams recently completed a terrific season.

Dive Coach Caroline Fenton and Parent Rep Nikki Hostnik led the dive team to a second place conference finish. While Swim Coach Lauren Fonseca and Parent Rep Alyson Schoedel took first place overall this year!

With approximately 300 kids competing, this is a massive commitment and one that is very much appreciated. Thank you again to our great coaches, reps, and volunteers. What a great season, GO PENGUINS! F Last, but certainly not least, the Club is working on four consecutive months of positive membership growth. Since mid-May, we are +19 members! Coincidentally, that’s exactly when I started as President. You’re welcome… or maybe it’s because the pool and 1903 are in full affect. Either way.

In service,

Board of Governors Officers F Troy Robertson – President F Tracy Beckette – Vice President F Rebekah Bahn-Kingston – Second Vice President F Tripp Zumwalt – Secretary F Duffy Dunn – Treasurer

Class of 2017 F Tracy Beckette F Duffy Dunn F Rebekah Bahn-Kingston F Troy Robertson F Tripp Zumwalt

Class of 2018 F Talmage Newton F Tim Powers

Troy Robertson, President Missouri Athletic Club Follow me on twitter @Macpres101 for all things MAC!

F Mike Schoedel F Paul David Shuff Jr. F Tim Slater

Class of 2019 F Andrew Carter F Matt Morris F Aaron Pawlitz F Keith Phoenix PRESIDENT ROBERTSON PICTURED WITH 1903 STAFF FROM LEFT TO RIGHT: JEREMY PEVNICK, VALERIE BURCH, DIANNA HEMANN, NICHOLE MILLER-KIRK, PRESIDENT TROY ROBERTSON, TRISHA WILSON, DAN CATANZARO, RAMI RAMADAN. NOT PICTURED: MICHAEL KESSELS, DUANE KERNER, JAG GALLOWAY, ALEX WILCOX, TREY CULLENTON.

F David Smith

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GENERAL MANAGER’S COLUMN

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The buzz this month is that August is Foundations’ Month, which means that we’re rallying support for our three foundations that epitomize our values of tradition, community and culture. 2,300 members all giving just a little adds up to a lot and ensures a thriving club for generations from now.

The buzz this month is that August is Foundations’ Month, which means that we’re rallying support for our three foundations (Preservation, Sports, and Art) that epitomize our values of tradition, community and culture.

We’re asking our members to consider pledging some small monthly amount in support of our foundations to ensure the longevity of this great organization.

We are kicking off our new monthly “All-Star” program here and at the Foundations’ Golf Tournament on Aug. 29, which will be held at our sister club, Glen Echo Country Club.

This is so easy and so important for the Club’s future. Detailed information is on pages 20-21, and remember, our strength is in our numbers. 2,300 members all giving just a little adds up to a lot and ensures a thriving club for generations from now. Thank you for your thoughtful consideration.

1903 opened to rave reviews at the West Clubhouse, and the place has been a hot spot ever since. Starting with private pre-opening parties for our biggest supporters, followed by a ribbon-cutting ceremony with the Town & Country Chamber of Commerce and Mayor Jon Dalton, to happy hours and members just congregating after a busy day, the bar, patio and renovated dining room have been the places to be.

I anticipate that the patio will become even more popular as the weather begins to cool over the next several weeks.

Also, beginning in September, look forward to wine tasting events in 1903 on the second Tuesday of every month from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. Also, on those nights, Chef Grant will offer a special 6 F Cherry Diamond F AUGUST 2016

pre fixe menu with optional wine pairings selected by Nichole Miller-Kirk, our new Certified Wine Specialist.

These events are sure to be a hit as well as all of the other specials we have up our sleeves!

If you can’t make Tuesdays, plan a double date with another couple that might be interested in joining the Club or, better yet, becoming your Platinum Partner. Showcase 1903. Happy hour any day after work is always a good option. The possibilities to enjoy your new bar are endless, but the point is simply that 1903 is the place to be. If you know some folks who you think would be a great MAC fit, invite them to dinner in the 1903 dining room. Just let us know you’re coming, and we’ll make it extra special. It’s that simple.

The first official day of fall is Sept. 22, and a couple of days later, our poolside concert featuring the 40-year-old local band, Jake’s Leg. Those of you who know me well know that I’m a music lover, and this is sure to be a very cool event wrapping up another awesome summer at the MAC. Before I close, I need to shout out to our swim team parent reps Alyson Schoedel and Stephanie Reh and our dive team parent rep Nikki Hostnik.

These ladies volunteer their time and services so our youth can enjoy one of the best swim and dive programs in the city. They’ve done such a fantastic job, and we’re pleased to report that a few divers broke MAC dive records this season and came in second place in the division while our swim team won the division championship for the first time since 2011! We also had

a record number of swimmers and divers this year (about 25 Puffins and 200 Penguins, and 63 divers), and our coaches stepped up to work with them.

Thanks to Lauren Fonseca, Caroline Fenton and Randy Helm for coaching our swimmers and divers. Many parents are already asking about next season.

Keep an eye out for more information in early spring!

Our youth also had a great time this summer participating in Camp MAC and other specialty camps lead by our pros. Joy Holdmeier did a great job getting our camp counselors and staff on board to offer these creative and fun-filled youth programs, including trips to exciting local destinations such as Meramec Caverns and safety lessons from the local police department. There are still a few weeks of camp left. If you haven’t already, check it out so you know to plan ahead for it next summer.

Maria Palozola, our new head golf professional, also offered some great classes for juniors and adults this summer, and she is starting a number of new classes this month for the fall.

There is still plenty of time to work with her to improve your game before the Golf Club Championship in September and the annual Foundations’ Golf Classic Tournament later this month.

That’s it for now. Enjoy the rest of your summer, and be safe.

See you at the Club,

Wally Smith, General Manager Missouri Athletic Club

FINANCIAL REPORT

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Third Quarter Financial Report The Club’s fiscal year runs from September 1 through August 31. The third quarter of our 2015-2016 fiscal year ended on May 31, 2016.

During the first nine months of our fiscal year, revenue from departmental operations totaled $8,007,772. This total was $417,766 less than plan and $38,703 more than the prior year.

Membership dues reached $5,547,210. This total was $99,341 less than plan and $3,990 less than last year. Total resident members in May 2016 stood at 1,428 with total dues-paying members of 2,284; the corresponding totals for May 2015 were 1,461 and 2,363, respectively.

We had 499 Diamond Club members in May 2016, which compares to 552 last May. There were 1,032 Platinum Partners in May 2016, which compares to 986 last May. Unallocated costs have accumulated to $6,247,905 so far this year. This total is $25,403 less than plan and $132,027 more than last year.

Net operating cash flow (net income before depreciation) of $2,035,521 was generated during the first nine months of our fiscal year.

This amount is $257,959 less than plan and $720,184 greater than last year. This year’s net operating cash flow total includes $936,840 of assessment revenue (1903 project), which we did not have last year.

Capital expenditures during the first three quarters of our fiscal year totaled $1,774,926.

Of this amount, $242,000 has been spent Downtown and $1,532,926 was spent at the West Clubhouse. Of the $1,532,926 spent at the West Clubhouse, $1,506,365 was related to the 1903 project (bar, dining room and entry way).

The Club ended the quarter with $64,444 of negative cash on its balance sheet. The line of credit balance at the end of May 2016 was $182,908.

As of the end of May, the Club had longterm bank debt of $7,077,383 and MAC Redevelopment Corp., which owns our garage, had long-term bank debt of $802,732 for a total of $7,880,115. We are currently paying down our debt by approximately $64,500 per month.

If you have any questions concerning the Club’s finances, please contact the Club’s Chief Financial Officer, Larry Absheer, at 314-539-4477 or labsheer@mac-stl.org, or Pam Roth, the Club’s Accounting Manager, at 314-539-4400 or proth@mac-stl.org.

Let’s Be Social!

Stay up-to-date on the Club’s latest activities by following our social media accounts!

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Welcome New MAC Members from May and June!

Adkins, Kent (Darienne): Esse Health; 12855 N. Forty Drive Ste. 230, St. Louis, MO 63141; Res: 8 Steeplechase Court, St. Louis, MO 63131

Hogan, Kevin (Mandy): Polsinelli PC; 100 S. Fourth Street Suite 100, St. Louis, MO 63102; Res: 9013 N. Swan Circle, Brentwood, MO 63144

Bailey, Taylor: ThyssenKrupp; 2675 Scott Avenue. Ste. B, St. Louis, MO 63103; Res: 217 East Adams Ave., St. Louis, MO 63122

Hosler, Stephanie (Matthew): Bryan Cave Law; One Metropolitan Square, St. Louis, MO 63102; Res: 369 South Maple Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63119

Bevill, Doug (Ann): BIMobject INC; 100 S. 4th Street Ste. 550, St. Louis, MO 63102; Res: 4323 Laclede #E, St. Louis, MO 63108 Brown, Anna (Jesse): Phehtek Accounting; 720 Radcliffe, St. Louis, MO 63130; Res: 7101 Dartmouth, St. Louis, MO 63130 Burkis, Ryan (Erin): Apttus Corporation; 111 S. Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL 60606; Res: 137 Bellarosa Drive, Des Peres, MO 63122 Crum, Ray (Crystal): Luxus Group; 3095 Lexington Ave. # 400, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701; Res: 584 Silverado Trail, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701 Davis, David (Kelley): Title Partners Agency; 13560 N. Barrett Parkway Drive, Des Peres, MO 63131; Res: 1251 Devonworth Drive, Town & Country, MO 63017 Davis, Edward: In Your Image LLC; 405 South Geyer Road, Kirkwood, MO 63122; Res: 405 S. Geyer Road, Kirkwood, MO 63122

Kowert, Brian (Anne): HBD Construction; 5517 Manchester Ave., St. Louis, MO 63112; Res: 819 N. Clay Ave, Kirkwood, MO 63122

Tracy, Colin: Abstrakt Marketing Group, 727 N. 1st Street #500, St. Louis, MO 63102; Res: 4531A Arco Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63110

Springer, Bill (Lucrecia): Invest St. Louis; 6251 Arsenal, St. Louis, MO 63139; Res: 26 Waverton Drive, St. Louis, MO 63124

Ladendorf, Justin: Lewis Rice; 600 Washington Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63101; Res: 1226 Olive St. Apt. 1608, St. Louis, MO 63103

Sternberg, Jonathan (Meredith): Jonathan Sternberg Attorney, PC; 2323 Grand Blvd. #1100 Kansas City, MO 64108; Res: 622 W. 60th Terrace, Kansas City, MO 64113

Lake, John (Kathlyn): Summit Strategies Group; 8182 Maryland Ave., Clayton, MO 63105; Res: 6540 Delor Street, St. Louis, MO 63109 Loudenslager, Mark (Patty): Hall Technologies; 6300 Bartmer Drive, St. Louis, MO 63136; Res: 419 Way Avenue, Kirkwood, MO 63122

Echols, Fredrick: Illinois Dept. of Public Health; 525 W. Jefferson Street, Springfield, IL 62761; Res: 2135 N. 11th Street, Springfield, IL 62761

McBride, Craig (Heather): Dudley Investments, 611 N. 10th Street, St. Louis, MO 63101; Res: 7515 Cromwell Drive, #5, Clayton, MO 63105

Francis, Jennifer: Care Fusion; 5 Sunnen Drive, St. Louis, MO 63143; Res: 9534 Theodosia Avenue, Overland, MO 63114

McGahan, Ryan (Rita): Enterprise Holdings; Res: 605 Wyndham Crossings Circle, Des Peres, MO 63131

Frank, Donald (Laura): Franklin Square Capital Partners, 201 Rouse Blvd., Philadelphia, PA 19112; Res: 7 Hacienda Drive, St. Louis, MO 63124

McHugh, Brian (Kathleen): VM Ware INC; 12825 Brighton Woods, Town & Country, MO 63131; Res: 12825 Brighton Woods, Town & Country, MO 63131

Gaffner, Matthew (Dianna): Self-Employed; 131 West Argonne, St. Louis, MO 63122; Res: 13334 Crossland, St. Louis, MO 63131 Graham, James (Heather): Johnson and Johnson; 17 Bon Hills Drive, Olivette, MO 63132; Res: 17 Bon Hills Drive, Olivette, MO 63132 Hobbs, Micah (Kelly): Parkcrest Orthopedics; 845 N. New Ballas Court, Creve Coeur, MO 63141; Res: 601 Wyndham Crossings Circle, Des Peres, MO 63131

Noble, Travis (Phelan): Travis Noble, PC; 8000 Maryland Ave. Ste 350, Clayton, MO 63105; Res: 10 Sumac Lane, Ladue, MO 63124 Ortwerth, John (Molly): Paycor; 425 S. Woods Mill Road, Chesterfield, MO 63017; Res: 1147 Kirkham Avenue, Glendale, MO 63122 Paradoski, Nicole (Eric): Investa Management; 2340 Verna Avenue, Maryland Heights, MO 63043; Res: 4720 Groveton Way, St. Louis, MO 63128 Reel, Gordon (Liz): Res: 1020 Medoe Court, Town & Country, MO 63017 Rohlfing, Thomas (Libby): Pinnacle Press, Inc.; 9800 Page Ave., St. Louis, MO 63132; Res: 1156 Templeton Place, Town & Country, MO 63131 Schnuck, Stephanie (Matthew): Res: 1916 Wyoming, St. Louis, MO 63118

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Skornia, Maria (Scott): Res: 11229 Tureen Drive, Creve Coeur, MO 63141 Spewak, Steve (Lynn): Estate Plan Strategies, LLC; 1067 N. Mason Rd., Ste 3, St. Louis, MO 63141; Res: 2236 Croydon Walk, St. Louis, MO 63131

Mantovani, John (Ryann): United States Attorney’s Office; 110 South 10th Street, 20th FL, St. Louis, MO 63102; Res: 763 Bent Brook Road, St. Louis, MO 63122

Gaal, Eric (Susie): Starbucks; Division Director; Res: 431 N. Van Buren Avenue; Kirkwood, MO 63122

Searcy, Curtis (Shannon): US Bank; 10 N. Hanley, Clayton, MO 63105; Res: 12815 Greenville Lane, Creve Coeur, MO 63141

Kugman, Mark (Katherine): Kugman Inc; 820 N Kingshighway, St. Louis, MO 63108; Res: 424 Sheffield Estate Drive, St. Louis, MO 63141

Dolan, Scott (Carolyn): US Bank; 10 North Hanley Road, St. Louis, MO 63105; Res: 7101 Forsyth Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63105

Freeman, Terrence (Lauren): Edward Jones, 12555 Manchester Road, Des Peres, MO 63131; Res: 3806 Wyoming Street, St. Louis, MO 63116

Schouten, Pieter (Jennifer): Ensemble Health Partners; 9713 Northcross Center Court, Huntersville, NC 28078; Res: 19 Clermont Lane, Ladue, MO 63124

Strong, David (Christina): United Health Group; P.O. Box 9472 MO995-1000, Minneapolis, MN 55440; Res: 6635 Pershing Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63130 Tatlow, Phillip (Alison): Bollwerk/Tatlow; 10525 Big Bend Blvd., Kirkwood, MO 63122; Res: 233 W. Jewel Avenue, Kirkwood, MO 63122 Taylor, Mike: HD Supply; 1830 Craig Park Court, St. Louis, MO 63146; Res: 6678 Clifton Bluffs, St. Louis, MO 63129 Terrill, James (Shannon): Arch Design/Artwork; St. Louis, MO 63132; Res: 700 Cedar Field Court, Town & Country, MO 63017 Teruya, Dale: Title Partners Agency; 13560 N. Barrett Parkway Drive, St. Louis, MO 63131; Res: 13443 Sunset Meadows Lane, St. Louis, MO 63128 Waller, Jody (Sandy): Owner/General Contractor; Self-Employed; Res: 9 Bellrieve Country Club, St. Louis, MO 63141 Warwick, Chris (Alison): Res: 56 Willow Hill Road, Ladue, MO 63124 Wayne, Andrew (Laurie): Orthopedic & Sports Medicine; 1001 S. Kirkwood Rd., Kirkwood, MO 63122; Res: 6 Georgian Acres, Frontenac, MO 63131 Weckback, William (Theresa): MBM Wealth Consultants; 13321 N. Outer 40 Road Ste. 800, Town & Country, MO 63017; Res: 919 Brownell Avenue, Glendale, MO 63122 Weismiller, Mike (Dani): CO-OP Financial Services; 9692 Haven Avenue Rancho Cucamonga, CA; Res: 7204 Westmoreland Drive, St. Louis, MO 63130

Thank you to the following members for sponsoring new members to the Club in May and June!

F Marty Vollmar

F Van Theodorou

F Drennan Bailey

F Phil Pheiffer

F Brandon Dempsey

F Troy Robertson

F John Bugh

F Peter Yannakakis

F Conrad Franey

F Clark Davis

F Michael Hammack

F Michael Lofton

F Jeff Charles

F Joel Karsten

F Kristi Luechtefeld

F Mark Stoneman

F Mackenzie Macnamara

F Tommy Wright Jr.

F Paul Kowert F Peter Brown F Dan Meckes F Steve Bickel F Mike Schoedel F Wes Garton F Judge Gary Gaertner Jr. F Matthew Schoemehl F Kurt Mungenast F Mark Niemeyer F Cori and Tom Sehy F Tim McGowan F Robert Hagnauer F P.A. Novelly

F Rebecca Nelson F Jack Martin F Chris Patritti F Larry Niemann F Thomas Dooley F Danielle Tope F James Paradoski F William Popovic F Jeff Wehmer F Bruce Springer F Mark Neill F Steve Albart F Joe Gallagher F Hugo Villareal F Doug Walbert

Note: Please alert the Membership Office of any dependents in your family, including new arrivals! To further welcome any babies born within the last year, the MAC is offering 60 consecutive days of complimentary childcare at the West Clubhouse to be used at your discretion. Contact Morgan Franke at 314-539-4438 or mfranke@mac-stl.org.

Two New Reciprocal Clubs Available to Members!

THE AUSTIN CLUB – AUSTIN, TEXAS Since 1980, The Austin Club has been located in the historic Millett Opera House, which was built in 1878. The building is on the National Register of Historic Places and is a recorded Texas historic landmark. Known as “the social center of Austin” from 1878-1900, the building was not only used for opera and theater, but also hosted legislative sessions (after the capitol burned), political conventions, graduation ceremonies, roller skating, and boxing and wrestling matches. Presently, the grand building features a ballroom, formal dining room, cocktail lounge and five private rooms.

The Austin Club isn’t without its own ghost story either! No documentation has been found to support this tale, but legend has it that a heartbroken actress/ opera singer threw herself from the opera house rafters more than 100 years ago.

Affectionately dubbed “Priscilla,” she rides the elevators, pulls curtains out of the tiebacks, and has been known to knock things out of people’s hands. The few who say they have seen her describe her as wearing a flowing cream colored gown with a gold medallion around her neck.

For more information, call 512-477-9496 or visit www.austinclub.com.

THE YALE CLUB – NEW YORK CITY The Yale Club offers all kinds of options: from the magnificent views from the rooftop terrace to the newly renovated Tap Room to the comfy and casual Grill. Meet for drinks at the Main Bar or relax by the fire in the Lounge. On the fifth and sixth floors, find state of the art cardio and weight training equipment as well as free weights, squash courts and a plunge pool. Both the mens’ and womens’ locker rooms come with sauna and steam rooms and access to the massage studio.

Whether coming to the city for a special event or just stopping over on the way to some faraway place, consider the club a home away from home. With a choice of single rooms, doubles or two-room suites, every room is pleasant, with cable TV and complimentary wireless Internet access.

The Yale Club of New York City also offers an elegant setting for any special occasion. Whether it be a lavish wedding or a high-tech training seminar, a large holiday party or small board meeting, the club’s professional event planners work with clients to make sure every detail is covered.

The clubhouse is open from 6 a.m. to midnight, seven days a week. For more information, call 212-716-2100 or visit www.yaleclubnyc.org.

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THE

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Celebrates a Century

THE MAIN LOBBY STILL REFLECTS THE SAME GRANDEUR AS IT DID 100 YEARS AGO.

This month, the Cherry Diamond celebrates the 100th birthday of the MAC’s Downtown Clubhouse in conjunction with Foundations’ Month, a time for members to rally in support of the Club’s three foundations. In particular, the Preservation Foundation ensures that the Downtown Clubhouse remains a part of the MAC’s rich tradition for another 100 years.

The following is a segment from the August 2, 1916 issue of The American Architect, a periodical published during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, which featured the Missouri Athletic Club’s new (at that time) clubhouse. Storied with photos and facts from the Club’s early years, the architectural article is partially highlighted on the next page and will continue in two more installments of the Cherry Diamond.

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THE SWIMMING POOL, LOCATED ON THE FIFTH FLOOR, FEATURED WINDOWS THAT ARE NOW NO LONGER VISIBLE.

The exterior design has been carefully studied from the standpoint of suitable architectural style, as well as expression, and the result must be regarded as satisfactory from every viewpoint.

Memorable MAC Highlights from the Past 100 Years

MANY ATTRIBUTES OF THE GYMNASIUM REMAIN THE SAME.

Building for Missouri Athletic Association Mr. G. F. A. Brueggeman and Mr. WM. B. Ittner, Associate Architects The new building to house the Missouri Athletic Associates is located at the northwest corner of Washington Avenue and Fourth Street, St. Louis, with a frontage of 112 feet and nine inches on Washington Avenue and 150 feet on Fourth Street.

The exterior design of the building clearly indicates the arrangement of the various departments of the club. The first and second stories are in Bedford stone and the walls above are of brick enriched with terra cotta.

The second story, with its lofty windows, gives proper scale to the dining room, which they light, and which constitutes one of the finest features of the building.

The arched windows of the gymnasium and swimming pool also accent what is one of the most prominent features of the building of this character and harmonize well with the exterior design. The remaining upper stories, with their regular windows arrangement, indicate unmistakably the location of the living quarters of the building.

Apparently, the exterior design has been carefully studied from the standpoint of suitable architectural style, as well as expression, and the result must be regarded as satisfactory from every viewpoint.

The building is of fireproof construction with protected steel frame and ample stairways and fire escapes are provided. The entrance vestibule is finished in marble and presents an unusual ARCHITECTURE PLANS FOR THE FIRST FLOOR. air of spaciousness.

AUGUST 1946 Picnic Renewal On July 18, 1946, Missouri Athletic Club recognized 284 honor roll members at its annual picnic renewal. 700 members came out to enjoy various games, indulge in drinks and food and renew their memberships to the Club.

Other notable moments of the outing include an Army vs. Navy ballgame, concerts from the Falstaff German Band and a spiral ham was raffled off to one lucky honor roll member. In attendance were Bernard Dickman, former mayor of St. Louis, Navy Chaplain Stamm, clerical member of MAC, and others.

AUGUST 1956 Batting tips with Alvin Dark, shortstop for the Cardinals In July 1956, Alvin Dark, shortstop for the St. Louis Cardinals, visited Missouri Athletic Club to have lunch with Marine Maj. William Blackwell and I. B. Scheibe. Dark also provided batting tips to the members while on his visit.

OCTOBER 1976 Ladies Agog over Fashions Frontenac On September 11, 1976, the main dining room was turned into a runway, showcasing the latest fall fashions. The runway was accompanied with a luncheon. The current first lady of Missouri, Mrs. Carolyn Bond was in attendance at the fashion show.

MARCH 1986 Sports Review Keeps ‘Em Guessing The 1986 sports award dinner was held in February honoring special guests Willie McGee, Robert Shannon, and Red Schoendienst. The first Jack Buck award was presented to Red Schoendienst recognizing his athletic, charitable and civic contributions in the MAC society. Jack Buck was in attendance to see the award presented. The night was just a precursor for the dinner and awards ceremonies in the future. Also in attendance were former honoree and Cardinals’ player, Ozzie Smith and St. Louis Cardinals Football Coach Gene Stallings, Dan Dierdorf and Jim Bakken.

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FINE DINING

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How the Lost Bordeaux Varietal Found Me

By Nichole Miller-Kirk, Certified Wine Specialist I have had the great pleasure to meet and speak with a number of you and am so very pleased with the outpouring of support for the new program we are running at 1903. My staff and I appreciate the honest feedback to help make us the best establishment in St. Louis. I would like to take an opportunity to share the story—well, the bottle actually— that started me on the life-long quest of wine knowledge that brought me here.

I was working at Mosaic Modern Fusion downtown in 2011. I had been there since 2008 and had really gained an appreciation and love for the culinary world. I knew the dishes inside and out, and the wine list, albeit not vast, I knew well enough to pair with the food. One day, we started carrying a new wine, Casa Lapostolle Carmenere. I had never heard of such a grape. I had to know more. As I began to dig further and further into any book I could get my hands on and any article I could download, I realized that this was what I wanted to do, to learn about wine and share that passion with anyone who would listen.

Today, I am proud to offer the Casa Lapostolle Carmenere Cuvee on the 1903 wine list as homage to the spark that lit the flame. There is a definite French connection with this winery; the owners are the same family that produces the delicious orange-infused cognac, Gran Marnier.

So what is Carmenere? Well, it is commonly known as the “Lost Bordeaux Varietal.” Back in the mid 1800’s, a louse known as Phylloxera was responsible for “The Great French Wine Blight,” which nearly eradicated all of the French and many other European vineyards but especially Bordeaux.

Chile, to this day remains one of the only areas in the world that has never been affected by Phylloxera.

As it so happens, Carmenere is better suited for the climate in Chile. It’s close proximity to the ocean provides both cool, temperate nights and warm, humid nights, perfect for this late-ripening grape to reach an amazingly rich juiciness. For years, Carmenere was incorrectly thought to be

NICOLE SNIFF TESTS THE AROMA OF THE CARMENERE.

Merlot, but in 1993 DNA testing revealed that it was the longlost sixth Bordeaux varietal. In Bordeaux, Carmenere was merely a blending grape, but in Chile, it is a single varietal bottling and absolutely scrumptious.

Casa Lapostolle’s Cuvee has a deep violet color with purple hues and an intense, complex nose full of aromas: white pepper and red bramble fruits at the start fading into the raisin painted richness of dried black cherries and subtle sweet spices. This is a wine of juicy, well-integrated tannins with a soft structure and balance. It is great on its own, but pairs beautifully with smoked and grilled meats, is also delicate enough to stand next to roasted poultry and is a great companion to anything with BBQ sauce.

Come in and have a bottle or two, and I can tell you more stories about many of the wines we have to offer! I’ll even tell you how they got around to coming up with a solution, not a cure, for “The Great French Wine Blight.”

FUN FACT: The French government still has a reward for the cure for Phylloxera. It is currently held at five million dollars.

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Jack Buck Grille Debuts New Menu Downtown Clubhouse Sous Chef, Amanda Haun, has freshened up the menu at the Jack Buck Grille, adding a bit of her own flair to the mix.

Below are just three of the new and scrumptious dishes available. Stop by and enjoy an evening while trying the new menu!

Downtown Wines of the Quarter Dine at any of the MAC’s downtown restaurants during the month of August, and enjoy these wines by the glass or by the bottle. $11 per glass ✦ $42 per bottle

Michele Biancardi Puglia Red Wine This vineyard is located in a fascinating Italian land next to the Gargano and the sea. The grapes of the Primitivo are collected between late August and early September. After a careful selection, they undergo soft pressing and de-stemming.

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Dijon Bleu Coastal Salmon Pan-seared salmon crusted with bleu and Parmesan cheeses, served on a bed of white wine risotto and roasted haricot verts, and topped with a Dijon buerre blanc.

Hailing from the northwestern Friuli region of Italy, these grapes undergo a soft pressing and fermentation with select yeasts, maturation in stainless steel tanks and bottled aging.

Tasting Notes: Boasts a straw yellow color, vegetal and fruity notes on the nose and box bush and sage on the palate with a remarkable aromatic length.

Member Appreciation PRIME RIB DINNER

Spice Encrusted Scallops Pan-seared and smothered with Amanda’s homemade five-spice blend (paprika, cinnamon, onions, garlic and cumin) and served on a bed of white wine risotto and sautéed asparagus.

Dry-aged Ribeye Dry-aged for seven days, this ribeye is served with roasted fingerling potatoes and haricot verts, and topped with a red wine peppercorn demi.

As a thank you to all MAC members, the Jack Buck Grille will offer a three-course prime rib dinner for $19.95 per person on Saturday, Sept. 24. Make a reservation by registering online or calling 314-539-4417, and enjoy a superb night at the Club!

June Dining Contest Winners Congratulations to David Smith from the Downtown Clubhouse and Michael Behr from the West Clubhouse for winning the June Dining Contest!

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Throughout the summer, members and their families enjoyed numerous events, activities and parties at the Club. From swim meets and summer camps to poolside parties and Fourth of July fun, the MAC served up an unforgettable summer.

Independence Day Once again, the MAC offered fun and festive activities for Independence Day! The VP Parade came “home” this year and took place downtown.

The Downtown Clubhouse served a breakfast buffet and the chance to ride aboard the festive float or view the parade from the members-only bleacher area along the route. At the West Clubhouse, members celebrated with a pool party, tiki bar, food and fun!

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A Sizzlin’ Summer

Summer Camps Known for its extraordinary Camp MAC program, the West Clubhouse offered kids of all ages another summer packed full of sports, activities and education taught by experienced and enthusiastic counselors, pro coaches, and staff.

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Although summer is almost over, take advantage of one more event during the tail end of the season.

Jake’s Leg POOLSIDE CONCERT

Exemplary Season for Swim & Dive Teams This season, approximately 200 swimmers participated in the Penguins Swim Team lead by Coach Lauren Fonseca and Parent Rep Alyson Schoedel. They finished the season with a 3 win, 2 loss record and won first place in the division for the first time since 2011.

Approximately 25 children ages 3-5 participated in the Puffin Pre-Team swim season.

Head Coach Caroline Fenton, Assistant Coach Randy Helm, and Parent Rep Nikki Hostnik lead 63 divers to a second place finish in the division. This year’s team was unusually large, compared to a typical season of about 20 divers, and very strong.

Ansley McGowan, Marin Hugge and Garner Hostnik broke three MAC records, and awards were given to swimmers and divers for sportsmanship, dedication, improvement, and entertainment.

Join this 40-year-old St. Louis band for a poolside concert!

An optional dinner buffet and cash bar will be available.

5-7 p.m. – Dinner buffet and cash bar 7 p.m. – Concert West Clubhouse $20 per person, inclusive, concert only $40 per person, inclusive, concert and dinner AT THE DOOR: $25 per person, inclusive, concert only $45 per person, inclusive, concert and dinner

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MAC ATHLETICS

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MAC TENNIS: Makes a “Racket” Tennis Pros Win Championships

MAC tennis pro, Max Shapiro, and Ladue High School head tennis coach, Margaret Junker, competed in the Mixed Doubles division of the St. Louis Dwight Davis Championship on June 3-5. After two matches, they landed in the finals challenging a team from Quincy University. They won the match 6-1, 6-3, taking first place in the tournament.

SWEET 16 WINNER, CAROLINE POZO, AND MAC TENNIS PRO KENNY POWELL.

MAC Well Represented in Tennis Exhibitions SWEET 16 TOURNAMENT Congratulations to Caroline Pozo for winning the girls’ 18’s Sweet 16’s tournament at the Plaza in Kansas City on June 18-19. Pozo destroyed the competition, winning 6-1, 6-3 in the finals. The Sweet 16’s is limited to the top 16 ranked players in each age group from Missouri, Kansas, Nebraska, Iowa, and Oklahoma.

F Ellie Choate lost in the finals of the girls’ 12’s singles and doubles.

F Joe McAllister finished fifth in the boys’ 18’s singles draw.

F Emily Kantrovitz finished 6th in the girls’ 12’s draw, winning tight matches throughout.

The kids did a great job and represented themselves, their families, and the MAC very well!

The dynamic duo also won the mixed doubles title during the Bud Simpson Open on June 25-26.

MISSOURI VALLEY FUTURES QUALIFIER Other MAC kids battled locally in the Missouri Valley Futures Qualifier event.

The MAC was well represented. Some notable results are listed below: F M.G. Sullivan: Second place girls’ 16’s singles F Ainsley Heidbreder: Second place girls’ 16’s singles F Amber Yen: Third place girls’ 12’s singles F Brian Tokarczyk: Second place boys’ 12’s singles F Alex Chen: Fourth place boys’ 12’s singles

MALE TENNIS PLAYERS WANTED The MAC is looking for male members who play tennis or who would like to start! The Club hopes to further develop some men’s tennis groups, games, matches and even a Saturday league. Contact Kim Steinmetz with inquiries, ideas or if you’d like to play at 314-539-4413 or ksteinmetz@mac-stl.org.

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SPORTS

Shorts

Downtown Athletic Department Closed on Labor Day The Downtown Clubhouse Athletic Department will be closed on Monday, Sept. 5 in observance of Labor Day. It will reopen on Tuesday, Sept. 6 with regular hours.

Athletic Department Fall/ Winter Hours The Downtown Clubhouse’s Athletic Department fall/winter hours take effect on Sept. 6. New hours are as follows: F Monday-Friday from 4 a.m.-9 p.m.

F Saturday from 7 a.m.-6 p.m.

F Sunday from 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Maria Palozola Offers Fall Golf Programs Back-to-School Junior Golf A series of four, 90-minute clinics designed to get the rank beginner, ages 6-12, playing quickly. The class will cover putting, chipping, pitching, irons, woods/drivers and etiquette/rules.

F August 7, 14, 21 and 28 from 1-2:30 p.m.

F Price: $120 F Location: Big Bend Golf Center Students must purchase their own golf balls.

Back-to-School Golf Classic for Moms A week-long class of one-hour sessions designed to get the rank beginner and intermediate player golfing quickly. The class will cover putting, chipping, pitching, irons and woods.

F Monday-Friday, August 22-26 from 10-11 a.m.

F Price: $125 F Location: Big Bend Golf Center Students must purchase their own golf balls.

Register at stlouisgolflessons.com and use password MAC2016GOLF to enter the MAC member page.

Downtown Pool Closure The Downtown Clubhouse pool will be closed for annual maintenance from Monday, Aug. 29-Tuesday, Sept.

6. The West Clubhouse outdoor pool will still be open for use at this time.

New Downtown Fitness Classes Several new fitness classes have been added at the Downtown Clubhouse.

Visit mac-stl.org > Wellness > Fitness Calendar to view the full list of fitness classes and to register online!

Walk/Run Group with Keisha Tuesday at 7 a.m. Class meets on the basketball court at the Downtown Clubhouse before training outside.

Turbo Shred with Courtney Tuesday at 6:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.

NEW! Friday at 11:30 a.m.

Back-to-School Squash Camp Aug. 8-12 F West Clubhouse Dust the cobwebs off your racket and kick-start the squash season!

Beginner/Intermediate (Ages 8-12) F 9-11 a.m.

F Member: $275 per week F Guest: $325 per week Intermediate (Ages 10-16) F 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

F Member: $275 per week F Guest: $325 per week Elite (Ages 16+) F 2-5 p.m.

F Member: $400 per week F Guest: $450 per week Contact Adam Bews at 314-539-4455 or abews@mac-stl.org to register!

Fall Basketball League Registration Online registration for the fall basketball league begins on Aug. 3 and ends Sept. 1!

The Downtown Clubhouse offers an open league that plays on Monday and Tuesday and the over-40 league that plays on Wednesday night.

The West Clubhouse offers a recreational league that plays on Thursday night.

F $65 per person per league; members can participate in more than one league.

Contact Scott Mattingly at smattingly@mac-stl.org for more information.

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Soccer’s Shooting Stars Shine Bright AT ALL-STAR GAMES

(LEFT) BILL MCDERMOTT WITH SOUTH MVP SHERIDAN SMITH. (CENTER) TORI SAMPLE (DUBOURG) PREPARES TO RIP A SHOT ON GOAL. (RIGHT) PRESIDENT TROY ROBERTSON CONGRATULATES THE ALL-STARS FOLLOWING THE GAMES.

Eighty of the top high school soccer players in the St. Louis area closed out their prep careers and treated fans to two outstanding matches at the 32nd annual UMB Bank All-Star Games presented by the Missouri Athletic Club.

In the girl’s game, Abby Basler (Ursuline) scored the tying goal and assisted on the winning goal to the lead the South to a 6-3 victory on her way to being named most valuable player.

Goalkeeper Sydney Chalcroft (Francis Howell Central) kept the South off the scoreboard in the first half and was named the MVP for the North squad.

In the boy’s game, Sheriden Smith (Webster Groves High) ripped a shot from 30 yards out for the game’s first goal in the 15th minute. Smith was named most valuable player for the South all-stars, who beat the North 2-1.

The North MVP was goalkeeper Nick O’Brien (John Burroughs), who played the second half and did all he could to keep his team in the game.

Sponsored by UMB Bank, the annual event recognizes players for their performance on and off the field, with $1,000 scholarships presented this year to Julia Crets (Francis Howell North) and Mick Hanrahan (Webster Groves).

Tim Walters (Lafayette) received the Steve Krause 12th Man Award for his support of high school soccer. Stealth Soccer provided the uniforms and 18 F Cherry Diamond F AUGUST 2016

Soccer Master sponsored the MVP awards. That evening, it was announced that the MVP awards for the boy’s game are being named the “Bill McDermott Awards,” in honor of “Mr. Soccer.” The

MVPs from the girl’s game now receive the “Mary McDermott Award,” in honor of Bill’s late daughter.

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FITNESS FOCUS

» Seventh Annual Sprint Triathlon Returns to MAC The MAC’s annual sprint triathlon is around the corner so start training now! This year’s event includes a relay component with each team member completing in a leg of the race.

The triathlon consists of a 300-yard swim, 12-mile bike ride, and a three-mile run.

SATURDAY, SEPT. 10 6:30 a.m. – Transition area opens 7 a.m. – Mandatory safety meeting 7:30 a.m. – Race begins West Clubhouse Members: $60 per person, inclusive Guests: $75 per person, inclusive Price includes entry fee and post-race breakfast buffet Register online or call 314-539-4433.

Fitness Tip The key to staying injury free is stretching. Most people rush through a few stretches at the end of a work out.

Foam rolling and stretching will help break up the lactic acid and keep those muscle groups from getting tight.

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August is Foundations’ Month It’s about tradition, community, and culture.

The Missouri Athletic Club’s three foundations are critical to ensuring that the Club’s values of tradition, community and culture are maintained for another 100 years.

To further emphasize the importance of our foundations, this month has been designated Foundations’ Month to further recognize, educate, celebrate and support our foundations. Throughout this month, the Club will strive to build an All-Star team of committed members who pledge their support through one-time and monthly gifts to the foundations. Complete the form on page 21 to pledge your monthly gift.

PRESERVATION FOUNDATION ✦ TRADITION

Your gift to the foundations maintains more than 100 years of traditions that began at our Downtown Clubhouse.

SPORTS FOUNDATION ✦ COMMUNITY

Your gift to the foundations celebrates athletic achievement in the St. Louis community through award ceremonies, competition, and donations to children’s charities through the MAC’s Charitable Society for Children.

FOUNDATION FOR THE ARTS ✦ CULTURE

Your gift to the foundations restores and maintains the Club’s $3 million private art collection comprised of paintings, sculpture and photography, and extends to performing arts such as music, dance, theater, film, literature and art history.

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For more information about the foundations, monthly giving or planned giving, contact Cynthia Goudy, Director of Foundations at 314-797-5474 or cgoudy@mac-stl.org.

Show your support through a monthly gift, planned gift and by attending the following events!

Foundations’ Golf Classic Tournament Monday, Aug. 29 ✦ Glen Echo Country Club 10:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.

The annual golf tournament is sold out, but you can still support the foundations by registering to attend the dinner and auction following the tournament. Sponsorships are still available; call Katie at 314-539-4402.

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F O U N DAT I O N S A L L-S TA R PROG R A M When considering your charitable giving, please include the Missouri Athletic Club’s 501c3 foundations among your options. Our foundations put your tax-deductible contributions to work within the Club and the St. Louis community.

HOW CAN YOU HELP? MAC members give in two ways: 1. By participating in our monthly giving program, you will become part of our All-Star team!

2. Remembering the Club in your estate plan.

ALL-STAR PROGRAM Join our All-Star team of monthly givers by pledging a donation to the foundations on your monthly statement.

Please complete and return the form below, or complete the form available online by logging into the MAC website.

Contact Cynthia Goudy, Director of Foundations with any questions or to discuss your planned gift at 314-797-5474 or cgoudy@mac.stl.org.

PLEDGE FORM Thank you for supporting the Missouri Athletic Club’s foundations. Please complete the following form.

Monthly Gift Amount: o $25 o $50 o $75 o $100 o Other: $ Note: This gift will appear on your monthly MAC statement until instructed otherwise.

One-Time Gift Amount: I would like to give a one-time gift of $

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Foundation Designation: Your gift will be allocated 80% to the Preservation Foundation, 10% to the Sports Foundation, 10% to the Foundation for the Arts. If you would like a different allocation, please contact Cynthia Goudy.

Payment Information: o Please charge the amount indicated above to my account.

Print Name: _____________________________________ Signature: ______________________________________ Date: __________________________________________ Member Number: _______________________________ Recognition: How would you like your name listed on recognition materials? ____________________________________________ o Please make my gift anonymous.

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EDUCATION SECTION

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Savvy Tips for Choosing a Private School

By Rebecca Biundo Whether a child is about to start kindergarten or high school, their education is an important decision.

Many options and education styles exist in St. Louis. Whether it’s private, public or independent, unique environments abound for every child, and many factors should be considered.

SIZE Will your children feel more comfortable in a smaller class or larger class? According to the National Council of Teachers of English, students in smaller classes with 12-15 students retain knowledge better and learn faster than students in large lecture classes. Individualization will is more prominent in smaller classes and children tend to get more one-on-one time with the teacher. Among the many private schools in the area, smaller classes are just one of the many features St. Louis has to offer.

VARIETY OF SPORTS PROGRAMS Children’s athletic ability and interests are good reasons to choose one school over another. Research the desired sport at St. Louis schools to find out if it is offered and if it is the best fit for your child. Private local schools take pride in their sports teams and go the extra mile to ensure students get the most out of the experience.

Variety of Extracurricular Activities Between the 41 St. Louis area private schools, students can get involved in a variety of organizations from Harry Potter to robots to music, art, science, and math. Ask for the school’s continued on page 24 » 22 F Cherry Diamond F AUGUST 2016

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organization list to find the perfect place for your student.

COMMUNITY St. Louis is a community like no other and belonging to the community is a big part of being a student at a private school in the area. Whether celebrating an accomplishment or grieving through tragedy, the St. Louis school community supports its students. A sense of community can deepen children’s private school experience.

FINANCIAL AID Private schools do not have to equate to depleting the savings account.

Many area schools have financial aid programs for children to get the best education possible. From grants to loans, many schools are more than willing to help out during this stressful yet important decision.

Raintree School 2100 S. Mason Road • St. Louis, MO 63131 314-858-1033 • info@raintreeschool.org Children thrive on discovery. Poking, prodding, lifting up stones to glimpse what’s beneath, pulling back the underbrush to see what’s beyond, this is how children learn.

This is how questions are answered, and more importantly, how new ones arise. This is why Raintree School is hidden—hidden on 11 acres of forest, stream, prairie, fallen log and giant boulder. It is hidden to be discovered by tiny feet and hands as they are propelled by ever-growing minds.

The only Forest School in Missouri, Raintree is a Reggio Emilia inspired independent pre-school and kindergarten. The school’s emergent, projectbased curriculum emphasizes innovation, citizenship and grit.

For further information, visit www.raintreeschool.org or our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/raintreeschool.

PROXIMITY Throughout the St. Louis metropolitan area, schools are scattered throughout the city, county and surrounding suburbs. While it may not be the biggest priority in finding the perfect fit, distance can play a large role in the private school experience. From drop off to sports practices to studying at a friend’s house, consider the commute.

Will it be more of a hassle than it is worth? If the answer is yes, seek out a better fit closer to home so everyone will be happier in the long run.

Schools in the St. Louis area welcome visitors throughout the year with open houses. Open houses feature group tours of the school, meet and greets with faculty and staff and upcoming events. Dates of open houses vary so schedule accordingly when making visits.

When looking for something a little more individualized, make an appointment with the school and set up a one-on-one tour. Inquire about your child’s specific interests and if the school can give a closer look at particular the subject or extracurricular activity.

WORKLOAD Many private schools have set expectations on what pace they want their students to learn. With different levels and tracks, schools offer customized learning plans to help children learn to the best of their abilities. Research schools’ minimum test grades, and learn about the day-today work that students complete on a weekly basis.

PARENTAL INVOLVEMENT Private schools welcome parental involvement and encourage parents to be an active part in their children’s education. The concept of a threeway partnership between the student, school and parents is an important part of the private school experience.

So what kind of involvement is beneficial? It depends on how much time parents can invest and the talents

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and experience they have in a particular area of education. Observance is important.

RELIGIOUS TEACHING Religious instruction can be ignored or taught in private schools, according to the specific mission and philosophy of that particular school. Finding a school that meets the religious needs of a child is an important factor.

HIGH QUALITY TEACHERS Another important factor in choosing a school is the quality of the teachers.

A good practice is to look for high quality teachers rather than “highly qualified” teachers. Advanced degrees may shed some light on the teacher’s background, but they don’t correlate to the effectiveness of the teacher.

Personality traits like warmth, good communication, excitement about curriculum and the goal of bettering students are some essentials. Quality teachers guide and mentor students and pave the way for these same students to excel later in life.

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DEMOGRAPHICS F 92% earn more than $100K F 48% work Downtown F 72% live in West County F 84% are married F 37% are corporate offices F Average household income $192K F 85% own two or more cars F 45% are 35–55 years old

Since 1903, the Cherry Diamond magazine has been the primary news outlet for Missouri Athletic Club members and their families. Named after the Club’s iconic logo, the monthly magazine covers the distinguished membership of the MAC who are comprised of many of the top business and civic leaders in the St. Louis area.

PRINTING PROCESS The Cherry Diamond is printed using a four-color process only (CMYK) on 80# coated text. The publication is saddle stitched with a trim size of 8 1/2” x 11”.

PUBLICATION SCHEDULE Published monthly including the Annual Roster Issue in July.

DEADLINES Closing dates for space reservations is the first day of the month preceding the issue date. Artwork is due on the 10th of the month preceding the issue date. There are no cancellations after closing.

AD SPECS Please submit high resolution print-ready PDF files. Full page ads that bleed should include an additional .125” all sides and include crop marks. Additional acceptable file formats are EPS/AI (fonts outlined), JPEG and TIFF (300 dpi).

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Full Page Bleed – 8.5” x 11” (trim size); include additional .125” on all sides for bleeds; include crop marks; live area 8” x 10.5”

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F 1/2 Page Horizontal 7.5” x 4.875” F 1/3 Page Square 4.875” x 4.875” F 1/3 Page Vertical 2.375” x 9.875” F 1/4 Page Horizontal 7.5” x 2.375”

Opportunities to negotiate custom packages, new advertiser and frequency discounts are available.

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CLUBS WITHIN THE CLUB

The Forever Young Club Tackles Consumer Fraud Don’t miss the Forever Young Club’s August speaker. C. Steven Baker recently retired as Director of the Federal Trade Commission’s Midwest Region in Chicago, a position he held since 1988. If there is potential fraud in any telephone or Internet solicitation, Steve knows about it and will share notes on how to combat it. He’s been fighting fraud since 1982, when he joined the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) as a staff attorney in the Bureau of Consumer Protection. He also served as attorney advisor to the chairman of the FTC. Join the FYC for this informational session on Friday, Aug. 19 at 11:30 a.m. at the West Clubhouse.

Jake’s Leg Poolside Party

» On the Road Again with the Forever Young Club Forever Young Club trips have it all. History, culture, fine dining, music, art – you name it!

What started as a trip to Independence, Mo. to visit the Truman Presidential Library became so much more. The ever-changing library covers President Harry Truman’s life, including exhibits detailing the timeline of WWII, which he was propelled into when President Franklin Roosevelt died while in office.

Then, the group toured the town’s 1800’s Jackson County Courthouse that proudly displays Judge Truman’s 1934 courtroom and a gallery of famous Missouri artist George Caleb Bingham’s paintings.

Always up for a treat, the last stop of the trip was for Central Dairy’s legendary ice cream in Williamsburg, Mo., a stone’s throw north of I-70 on old U.S. 40.

Now, the group is planning trips to Memphis, Crystal Bridges Art Museum in Bentonville, Ark. and a day-trip for eagle watching in Clarksville, Mo. ABOVE: PAT REBHOLZ, POLLY CLICK, MAUREEN WERNER, SUZANNE STEIN AND JUDITH HANSES IN THE COURTYARD OF THE TRUMAN PRESIDENTIAL LIBRARY.

Sip, Savor and Chocolate

SEPTEMBER 14, 2016 Register online or call 314-539-4470 to make reservations.

Assisting St. Louisans with their Real Estate Needs.

Whether buying, selling, moving across town or out of state, call Donna Auld Brown, Realtor ® (314) 518.0071

Join this 40-year-old St. Louis band for a poolside concert at the West Clubhouse on Saturday, Sept. 24!

Enjoy an optional dinner buffet and cash bar from 5-7 p.m. before the band begins playing at 7 p.m. $20 per person, inclusive, for concert only $40 per person, inclusive, for concert and dinner AT THE DOOR: $25 per person, inclusive, for concert only $45 per person, inclusive, for concert and dinner Ages 21+ Register online or call 314-539-4490.

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Golf Club Championship Join fellow members for the Golf Club Championship comprised of men and women’s categories for both a Championship (Scratch) and Handicap Division. Hors d’oeuvres and prizes will follow!

THURSDAY, SEPT. 8 1:30 p.m.

Glen Echo Country Club $65 green fee plus cart fee (first 36 Golf Club members receive $25 off the first round) Register online or call 314-539-4402.

Nominate a Veteran of the Year!

This year’s Veterans Day Commemoration event takes place on Thursday, Nov. 10 at the Downtown Clubhouse, but nominations are due by Friday, Aug. 26. The nomination form is available online under Member Documents, which is under the My MAC portion of the MAC website.

Below are some criteria to keep in mind when nominating a veteran:

CRITERIA FOR SELECTION A retired or former member of the U.S. military nominated for the MAC honored veteran award should meet the following criteria: F A veteran who demonstrates support of veterans and the U.S. in everyday life.

F A veteran who serves as a role model for other citizens.

F A veteran who is respected for his or her service to veterans.

F An individual who has served in the United States military on active duty or in the National Guard or Reserve and is respected for his or her military accomplishments.

F Nominee must live or work in St. Louis City, St. Louis County, St. Charles County, Franklin County, Jefferson County, or the Metro East area.

F The individual selected is expected to attend the MAC Veterans Day Luncheon.

SUBMISSION PARAMETERS F Include a brief description about why your nominee should be selected for the MAC Honored Veteran of the Year.

F Be specific in describing the military service, civilian and/or military achievements of your nominee, i.e. length of service, grade/rank, a list or description of specific accomplishments, activities while in the military service and in support of military members and veterans, and the numbers of people impacted by the service, etc.

F List of decorations and awards received.

F Self-nominations will not be considered.

F Typed nominations are preferred and limited to two pages.

F Letters of recommendation are helpful, but not necessary.

F If available, include a copy of the nominee’s DD 214 Certificate of Release or Discharge from active duty.

F Obtain the permission of your nominee to submit his or her nomination.

F Submit nomination forms to Missouri Athletic Club, c/o Katie Maurer, 405 Washington Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63102 by Friday, August 26, 2016.

Or, email to kmaurer@mac-stl.org or fax to 314-539-4496.

The MAC Veterans Day Committee will review the nominations and select the individual to receive the award based on the criteria listed in the criteria section of the nomination form.

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AROUND THE CLUB

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Artist of the Month MARK HURD

Ribbon Cutting Debuts 1903 Space On Thursday, June 30, the Town and Country Chamber of Commerce held an official ribboncutting ceremony to inaugurate the new 1903 bar, patio and dining space. Mayor Jon Dalton addressed the crowd while 101 ESPN broadcasted live from the event.

ABOVE: GENERAL MANAGER WALLY SMITH, PRESIDENT TROY ROBERTSON, TOWN AND COUNTRY MAYOR JON DALTON, CHRIS HYAMS, WEST CLUBHOUSE MANAGER DARRIN HARNETIAUX, AND GOVERNOR TRIPP ZUMWALT DURING THE RIBBON-CUTTING CEREMONY. RIGHT: MEMBERS AND GUESTS ENJOYED POST-CEREMONY DRINKS AND APPETIZERS AT THE 1903 BAR.

Monthly Statements Housed Online!

Need to view your latest statement? Login to the MAC website at mac-stl.org, hover over My MAC and select My Statement from the drop-down menu. Or, click My Statement in the Quick Links box on the right side of the member homepage.

Statements will no longer be mailed or emailed to members unless requested. Contact billing@mac-stl.org with any questions.

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Mark Hurd was born and raised in St. Charles, Mo. He attended Washington University in St. Louis and received a BFA in Graphic Communications in 1987.

His career includes 22 years as a designer and art director at May Company, Famous Barr and Macy’s.

He has created unique works of art since 2004 and founded his company, Dancing Moon Graphics in 2008. His work consists of creating and selling fine art prints for corporate interior design, public gallery exhibitions, and private collections.

The artist is drawn to bright vivid colors and contrast, whether a brilliant neon red sign against the dark wall of an inner city building or the infinite, saturated shades of green in a radiant tree bathed in late day sun. In his early artistic development, Hurd concentrated on drawing and graphics and made the logical move to digital art and computer graphics that gave him the ability to create abstractly, with a heavy contrast of light and dark and saturated color. Much of his artwork is focused on the magic hours of dusk in urban settings. The artist’s major creative influences include Vincent Van Gogh, Edward Hopper and Bill Kohn, his painting professor from Washington University, whose work is dominated by abstract planes of intense contrast and dazzling hues.

To purchase any work on display, contact Morgan Franke at 314-539-4438 or mfranke@mac-stl.org.

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MAC Meeting Corner

By Director of New Opportunities, Najah Fennoy, MBA We would like to again personally thank our members who currently hold meetings here at the Missouri Athletic Club. The Club has again been designated a Platinum Club of America, yet with all of the accolades that the Club boasts, we are smart enough to know that our members and guests are what matter most.

I know most are asking, “why the Missouri Athletic Club?” and members who host meeting here now think the polar opposite “Why not?” The MAC has been in the same location for more than 100 years and has established itself not only as the premier place for athletics and dining, but also socializing. The momentum of the Club was perpetuated through bonds sold to prominent St. Louis businessmen after a fire in 1914.

For more than a century, many influential business men and women alike understand the value of a private club and have hosted successful

meetings, accented by the grandeur of the Club and the reputation that lies within it. Its rich history as a place to meet, plan and execute strategic initiatives continues to this day.

Meetings are essential, in that they are where an organization’s expectations, experiences and customs perpetuate. Today’s organizational structures rely on immediate, efficient and result-driven outcomes with a more downsized workforce than ever before. Hence, twice as many meetings are needed with twice as much meeting space. By the way, did you know that our Club has more than 20 meeting rooms? The private, sixth floor Jack Murphy Board Room has a formal meeting space for 18 along with a formal dining space for 18 in the room next door. Three breakout rooms for team meetings equipped with a roomassigned server, complimentary wi-fi and on-site A/V and tech support are also available.

Make your next business meeting and function memorable. So, when you think of meeting with your staff or professional organization, let us take care of your meeting needs, so you can take care of the rest. Please feel free to contact me at 314-458-8744.

Save Your Date – Book a Holiday Party at the Club!

During the summer months, there seems to be plenty of time to plan for the holidays; but the MAC is a popular place to host holiday parties, and spaces and dates go fast! The MAC boasts A/V, garage parking, overnight rooms with holiday pricing and shuttles with pick-up and drop-off services. Look ahead and book now! Although the Missouri Ballroom is

booked on weekends until the end of the year, there are still openings available during the months of November and December for many of the Club’s other meeting and event spaces.

For more information on event spaces, go online to mac-stl.org or call 314-539-4470 (DT) or 314-539-4490 (WE).

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MAC PAST

» Fifty Years Ago …

MAC went to the All-Star game On July 12, 1966, MAC members attended an early luncheon before heading to the All-Star Game at the original Busch Memorial Stadium.

Temperatures were in the low 100’s as the National League took on the American League for its annual mid-summer game. Members persevered through the heat and cheered on the Nationals as they won the ballgame 3-2.

ED AND MARY BETH SMITH, 50-YEAR MEMBERS, ENJOY THEIR EVENING DURING THE EVENT.

FOLLOWING A LUNCHEON, MORE THAN 1,500 GUESTS RODE THE SHUTTLE TO THE GAME.

PRESIDENT TROY ROBERTSON ADDRESSES THE ATTENDEES DURING THE EVENING.

A Celebration of 50-Year Members The 50-year member dinner took place on June 15 in the Art Lounge at the Downtown Clubhouse. After a cocktail reception, dinner was served and the 50-year members were honored.

(LEFT) MEMBERS HEAD TO THE GAME. (RIGHT) WILLIAM E. KENNEDY JR. AND SON PATRICK VIEW THE MAC TROPHY CASE PRIOR TO LEAVING FOR THE GAME.

H OW O LD C A N YO U GO? Submit old photos of MAC memories for a chance to be featured in an upcoming issue of the Cherry Diamond. Send material to Emma Frey at efrey@mac-stl.org or stop by the Cherry Diamond office on 1M. 30 F Cherry Diamond F AUGUST 2016

Reserve Tickets for the Fabulous Fox Theatre MAC ticket packages are now on sale for the 2016-17 season at the Fox. Get subscriber-quality tickets, with the flexibility to pick and choose your favorites shows (or reserve a spot for all six). You’ll experience a fabulous evening of dining and entertainment, with three-course dinner and glass of wine, garage parking, transportation to and from the show aboard the MAC shuttle and tickets.

Tickets are limited so contact Katie Maurer at 314-539-4402 or kmaurer@mac-stl.org to book now.

An American in Paris An American in Paris is the new Tony Award®-winning musical about an American soldier, a mysterious French girl and an indomitable European city, each yearning for a new beginning in the aftermath of war.

A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder Gentleman’s Guide tells the uproarious story of Monty Navarro, a distant heir to a family fortune who sets out to jump the line of succession by – you guessed it – eliminating the eight pesky relatives (all played by one fearless man) who stand in his way.

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Fun Home Based on Alison Bechdel’s best-selling graphic memoir, Fun Home introduces us to Alison at three different ages as she explores and unravels the many mysteries of her childhood.

Summer!

Mark your calendars for the upcoming MAC Happy Hours. In addition to serving up great drink specials, Finding Neverland these events are a great opportunity to meet new Directed by visionary Tony®-winner members and introduce friends and colleagues to the Diane Paulus and based on the Club. No reservations are required. critically-acclaimed Academy Award®nominated film starring Johnny Depp, West (Poolside) Downtown NeverlandSaturday, tells the incredible June 14 Wednesday, June Finding 25 July most 12 Wednesday, July 23 story behind one Saturday, of the world’s Saturday, Aug. 23 belovedThursday, characters:Aug. Peter14Pan. 5-8 p.m.

1:30-4:30 p.m.

Something Rotten!

Set in 1595, this hilarious smash tells the story of Nick and Nigel Bottom, two brothers who are desperate to write a hit play. When a local soothsayer foretells that the future of theatre involves singing, dancing and acting at the same time, Nick and Nigel set out to write the world’s very first musical!

Cabaret Welcome to the infamous Kit Kat Klub, where the Emcee, Sally Bowles and a raucous ensemble take the stage nightly to tantalize the crowd––and to leave their troubles outside. But as life in pre-WWII Germany grows more and more uncertain, will the decadent allure of Berlin nightlife be enough to get them through their dangerous times?

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Snapshots THE STOCKHAM AMERICAN LEGION BASEBALL TEAM THAT CAPTURED THE 1956 NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP GATHERED AT THE CLUB TO CELEBRATE THE 60TH ANNIVERSARY OF THEIR ACCOMPLISHMENT. CONGRATULATIONS!

MARIA PALOZOLA INSTRUCTS HER PGA JUNIOR GOLFERS.

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DAVID SWALLOW PRACTICES PUTTING AT A JUNIOR GOLF CLINIC.

TENNIS LADIES ATTEND THE INTERCLUB LUNCHEON WITH SCOTT STUTZ.

PAST GOVERNOR, MEL BURKART, NAMES WALLY SMITH A TENNESSEE SQUIRE WHILE PRESENTING HIM WITH A MEMBERSHIP CARD AND DEED.

MR. FOWLER’S GRANDSON, AUGUSTINE FRANCIS HAJEK, RECEIVES HIS FIRST HAIRCUT AT THE DOWNTOWN CLUBHOUSE BARBERSHOP.

ROB WUNDERLICH (CENTER) CELEBRATES HIS 50TH BIRTHDAY WITH A SQUASH MATCH AGAINST BOB DUNN (LEFT) AND JOHN GAZZOLI (RIGHT).

JEAN RAYBUCK, PAT REBHOLZ, AND MARY AND JIM CITTADINO ENJOY EACH OTHER’S COMPANY.

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Missouri Athletic Club elegance, service and hospitality since 1903

F Timelessly elegant ornate ballroom for ceremonies or receptions.

F Onsite award-winning culinary service ranging from fine dining to wedding cakes and late night snacks.

F Hotel rooms to accommodate the newlyweds and their guests.

F Shuttle service for the wedding party.

To tour the space and reserve your date, call 314-539-4470 | 405 Washington Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63102 | www.mac-stl.org