Missouri Athletic Club, Cherry Diamond, January 2017

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Associates Council

Nurtures New Leaders

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Features

Missouri Athletic Club Founded in 1903

7 Membership Survey

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8 Leaders of The Associates Council

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10 Education Section 14 Charitable Society for Children 16 Foundations’ Gala 2017

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

29 Holiday Event Highlights

Departments 2 Calendar of Events 4 President’s Column 5 From the GM’s Desk 6 New Members

12 Fine Dining 18 Around the Club 20 Fitness Focus 22 Athletics

Cover Photo Credit: Karen Palmer Photography

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

30 Clubs Within the Club 31 MAC Past 32 Snapshots

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pounds of icing were used to create the Whoville holiday village displayed at the Downtown Clubhouse. Thank you to Dale and his pastry team for their hard work! past presidents gathered in the Art Lounge at the annual Past Presidents’ Dinner downtown on Dec. 6.

The approximate number of members and kids that attended Breakfast with Santa on Dec. 10 and 17 at the Downtown Clubhouse.

The number of finalists chosen for the Hermann Trophy Banquet happening Jan. 6.

See page 26 for the full story.

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UPCOMING EVENTS

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January

Tap Handle Takeover (WE) Wednesday, Jan. 4 Four of the seven beer taps will be taken over by Perennial Artisan Ales.

6 p.m. $10 per person (no charge for Craft Beer members or BRT members)

Hermann Trophy Banquet (DT) Friday, Jan. 6 Catch soccer’s shooting stars and celebrate the Hermann Trophy’s 30th birthday.

6 p.m. $75, inclusive

Squash Doubles Open (DT&WE) Friday-Sunday, Jan. 13-15 Watch the highest level of men’s doubles in the world!

See website for tournament times.

No charge to attend the tournaments.

Happy Hour (DT) Wednesday, Jan. 18 Gather with the Women’s Initiative Committee members for happy hour specials and tasty hors d’oeuvres.

5:30 p.m.

Event is complimentary.

Sea Coast Cena (DT) Thursday, Jan. 19 Travel to Chile and the Pacific Coast during this themed night consisting of a four-course dinner and wine pairings.

6:30 p.m. $45 per person, all-inclusive for Wine Society members $60 per person, all-inclusive for non-Wine Society 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 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.

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All-You-Can-Eat Chili and Wings (WE) Sunday, Jan. 22 Watch the ACF/NFC Championship, and enjoy all-you-can-eat wings and chili and all-you-can-drink keg beer.

Begins at game time. $19.03 per person

Gallery Talk (DT) Wednesday, Jan. 25 Sponsored by the Foundation for the Arts, gather for a discussion about the Club’s outstanding art collection and two beautiful newly acquired paintings by noted St. Louis artist and architect, Thomas Barnett. Complimentary hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar will be available after the presentation.

5 p.m.

Beatles Tribute (DT) Friday, Jan. 27 Enjoy a three-course dinner, entertainment by a Beatles cover band, and witness check presentations made by the CSC to its 2016 charities.

6 p.m. $62.50 per person

Guinness Dinner (WE) Saturday, Jan. 28 Join well-known Cicerone and Guinness brand ambassador, David Schroeder, for an evening of beer tastings paired with a five-course dinner by Chef Grant.

7:30 p.m. $60 per person, inclusive

February

MTS Brandy and Cognac Tasting (DT) Thursday, Feb. 2 Tasting includes hors d’oeuvres and cigars!

6:30-8:30 p.m. $35 per person, plus gratuity for MTS members $39 per person, plus gratuity for non-MTS members

Foundations’ Gala (DT) Friday, Feb. 10 Attend this “party of the year” in support of the MAC’s three foundations.

6 p.m. – Cocktails and silent auction 7:30 p.m. – Dinner 8:30 p.m. – Live auction and dancing $150 per person, all-inclusive ($25 benefits the foundations) $100 per person, all-inclusive for Associates

Good Fellowship Day (DT) Saturday, Feb. 18 Participate in a fun day of sports, competition and camaraderie during this historic MAC event!

9 a.m.-3 p.m.

11 a.m.– Lunch Event is complimentary.

Boxing Championship (DT) Thursday, Feb. 23 Have a knockout time at the annual MAC boxing championship. To reserve prime ringside seating, consider a sponsorship.

Contact Jim Wilson at jwilson@mac-stl.org for details.

6 p.m. – Cocktails 7 p.m. – Dinner 8 p.m. – Boxing $110 per person, plus gratuity

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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PRESIDENT’S COLUMN

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The First Body As President, you can imagine the near unbearable stress that comes with the job.

Speaking engagements, internal staff matters, and member complaints are a few pressure points that fall under my job title. For me, I’ve found the best way to handle the stress is a hard workout. The exercise is therapeutic. The more arms curls I do – and I do A LOT – the more I can feel the tension melt away. As President, I have a responsibility to keep “The First Body” in tip top shape to do my job better. And, if you’ve ever seen me on shoulder day, then you know I take that responsibility very seriously. Paul Helfrich, pictured here, is

the Fitness Manager at our West Clubhouse. He is one of the trainers I utilize to keep The First Body in optimal condition. Paul and his team of trainers (Jesse, Gil, David, Susan, Sharon, Joy, Jason, and Beth among others) all help members achieve their fitness, nutrition, and overall wellness goals.

Courtney Hutt, the Fitness Manager at our Downtown Clubhouse is seen here helping me test the upper limits of The First Body. If you can’t

tell, I’m lifting A TON of weight here. As a side note The First Body is probably better described as “The First Upper Body.” Leg Day is rare for The First Body … umm, like I was saying, Courtney and her team (Keisha, Andrew, Jenna, and Susan among others) offer a variety of personal training services and fitness classes for all different age groups and fitness levels. She leads the popular and demanding Turbo Shred and BOSU Blast.

Bootcamp with Keisha, Fighting Fit/Boxing with Dan, water aerobics with Rob, or a one-on-one session with Andrew are all options offered to our downtown fitness users.

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As I write this column, the New Year is upon us, and we all should consider getting back to the gym as part of our New Year’s resolution.

(Correction: As you all consider it, The First Body never leaves the gym.) I encourage you to meet with Paul, Courtney, and our whole fitness team.

Let them develop a custom workout plan for you to help maximize your results.

Speaking of our fitness department, Senior Management and the Board are working on plans to give the fitness areas at both clubhouses a makeover. At the Downtown Clubhouse, we want to upgrade the flooring and overall look of the Judo room on the tenth floor. A designated functional training space on 5M near the weight room would also be ideal. At the West Clubhouse, we hope to transform some of our underutilized racquetball courts into a yoga/bar studio, personal training space, and additional free weight area. We plan to double the amount of usable fitness square footage. Don’t worry racquetball guys; we will leave plenty of courts for you to enjoy.

We know the locations in both clubhouses that need upgrading. What we don’t know is exactly what YOU, the member, want in those spaces. As mentioned in my December column, a member survey will be released on Jan 4.

Please take the necessary time to complete the survey. We need your input in planning our future renovations.

Another way to help raise funds and awareness for our upcoming capital projects is by attending the Foundations’ Gala on Friday, Feb 10. Come enjoy the MAC party of the year! Invite guests, and let them experience the MAC’s social offerings. The fun, food, and camaraderie are all top notch. All funds raised go to our foundations and are tax deductible. As a special highlight this year, we will have our esteemed auctioneer back with us: Past President Kim Tucci!

I also want to applaud General Manager Wally Smith on receiving his Certified Chief Executive certificate. To qualify for this designation, he had to meet or exceed several criteria, and I am proud that the MAC has this “hallmark professional” serving as a senior leader of our Club.

In total, the MAC offers more than 15+ different types of classes and has eight fulltime trainers to serve your fitness, health, and wellness needs. You can make fitness class reservations through the MAC website (mac-stl.org) by logging in and going to the Fitness Calendar. In the New Year, I encourage you to get active in the fitness center. Who knows you may even run into The First Body while you’re there. Please stand back though as I will undoubtedly be lifting heavy, heavy weights.

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

Class of 2019 F Andrew Carter F Matt Morris F Aaron Pawlitz

Troy Robertson, President Missouri Athletic Club Follow me @Macpres101 on Twitter.

P.S. Thank you for reading my ridiculous, self-deprecating column this month.

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GENERAL MANAGER’S COLUMN

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everything. Lift for Life let us know that they gave many of the items we donated to this family. Wow. Isn’t it great to be part of an organization that makes a real impact in the community?

Also, you are represented by a Board who generously gives of their time and resources. Let’s count our blessing; we have much to be thankful for.

On a similar note, on behalf of all of the MAC staff, I want to extend a heartfelt thank you to all of the members who contributed to the Employee Holiday Fund. This token of appreciation means a great deal to our staff.

Also, thank you to all who also donated to the foundations. Our values of tradition, community, and culture live on through the foundations in many ways. Your gift to the foundations allows us to support organizations such as Lift for Life Academy. In this issue, learn more about the foundations and our upcoming gala on pages 16-17 and our Charitable Society for Children, an

By the time you read this column, the holidays will have passed, but hopefully the spirit of the season remains. For me, this past holiday season at the Club has highlighted our many blessings. Most notably, I want to share with you a story about the photo below and the Governors you have elected to lead your Club.

I was invited to attend the Board of Governors’ holiday party on Dec. 2. Prior to the celebration, we boarded the MAC shuttle and took a short trip down Broadway to visit our neighbor and recipient of our 2016 Charitable Society for Children donations: Lift for Life Academy.

In summary, Lift for Life Academy is charter school serving students in grades 6-12. However, the nonsugarcoated truth is that Lift for Life Academy buses children from shelters, and mom’s house one week followed by dad’s house the next week and maybe grandma’s house the following week to school so they can get an education that they probably wouldn’t receive otherwise. Lift for Life is actively helping our community and boasts a 95% graduation rate! I was honored to tour the facility with our Board, and I am proud of our Charitable Society for Children for choosing to support such a fantastic organization through our Sports Foundation.

Additionally, your selfless Board brought goodies such as winter gear, clothing, and sporting equipment to donate to Lift for Life’s closet. Then, just three days later, there was a fire at a student’s home, and the family lost BOARD OF GOVERNORS HOLIDAY PARTY AT THE MAC.

affiliate of our Sports Foundation, on page 14 where we announce the 2017 CSC selections.

Lastly, I am trying to keep this column brief, because I want to highlight the importance of our upcoming membership survey. I cannot emphasize enough the value of your feedback, which will be used by the Board and our committees to plan future initiatives for the Club. On Jan. 4, you will receive an email with a link to take the survey, or you can request a paper copy. See page 7 for more information. If you’re reading this after Jan. 4, stop now, and use the time that would usually be spent reading my long column to go take the survey. Please.

And count your blessings to keep the holiday spirit going into the New Year.

See you at the Club,

Wally Smith, General Manager Missouri Athletic Club

If you’re reading this after Jan. 4, stop now, and use the time that would usually be spent reading my long column to go take the survey.

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Welcome New MAC Members from November!

Allen, Jonathan (Zhen): Longneck and Thunderfoot; 911 Washington Ave., St. Louis, MO 63101; Res: 4404 Laclede Ave #A, St. Louis, MO 63108 Burrows, Barbara (Aaron): The Goddard School; 801 S. Arbor Vitae, Edwardsville, IL 62025; Res: 400 S. 14th Street #909, St. Louis, MO 63104 Dickson, Courtney (James): HLK Agency; 1141 S. 7th Street, St. Louis, MO 63104; Res: 33 Cedarbrook Lane, Kirkwood, MO 63122 Grear, Gary (JoAnn): String N’ Swing; 721 Old Frontenac Square, St. Louis, MO 63131; Res: 45 Forest Grove Cove, Piperton, TN 38017 Harlow, Erick (Denise): Forensic IT Inc.; 500 N. Broadway Ste. 1650, St. Louis, MO 63102; Res: 7097 French Village Road, Festus, MO 63028 Klein, Yvonne (Justin): SLU PHD Student; 3800 Lindell Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63108; Res: 14630 Hunters Point, Chesterfield, MO 63017

Laurent, Arron (Christina): Coca-Cola; 3800 Mueller Road, St. Charles, MO 63301; Res: 21 St. Charles Place; Shrewsbury, MO 63119

Weber, Patrick: Aesh Design, LLC; 3735 Connecticut Street, St. Louis, MO 63116; Res: 3190 S. Spring Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63116

Moye, David (Laura): Forensic IT, Inc.; 500 N. Broadway Ste. 1650, St. Louis MO, 63102; Res: 57 E. Southcrest Circle, Edwardsville, IL 62025

Welge, Grant: Deloitte; 100 S. 4th Street #200, St. Louis, MO 63102; Res: 817 Russell Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63104

Pille, Katie (Andrew): Res: 418 Buckhurst Drive, Ballwin, MO 63021 Slusser, Eric (Janet): Express Scripts; 1 Express Way, St. Louis, MO 63121; Res: 7 Indian Creek Lane, St. Louis, MO 63131 Suntrup, Andrew: Suntrup Ford; 2020 Kratky, St. Louis, MO 63114; Res: 22 Huntleigh Woods, St. Louis, MO 63131

THANK YOU to the following members for sponsoring new members to the Club in November.

F Kent Adkins

F Tyler Rasmusson

Trover, Joseph (Elizabeth): Troverco; 727 N. 1st Street, St. Louis, MO 63102; Res: 304 W. Jackson Road, Webster Groves, MO 63119

F Patrick Cantwell

F Thomas Suntrup

F Matthew Fisher

F Ryan Thomas

F Emily Howard

F Claudia Wagner

Warren, Dustin (Vasiliki): Raridon and Associates; 1231 Hanley Industrial, St. Louis, MO 63144; Res: 334 Lyonnais Drive, St. Louis, MO 63141

F Bob Guller

F Thomas Weber

F Coles L’Hommedieu F John Welge F John Pollaci

F Jeff Young

Now Accepting Nominations for the 2017 Board of Governors The Nominating Committee is currently seeking ten qualified candidates to run for the 2017 Board of Governors.

Don’t miss this rewarding chance to give back to your Club.

Not only is it a way to give back, but the experience is extremely rewarding.

You will:

Thank You!

Thank you to all the generous members who contributed to the Employee Holiday Fund and the Governors who served at the employee holiday lunch in December.

The staff appreciate your selfless giving.

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Learn more about the nuts and bolts of governance and strategic planning Have the opportunity to use your skills and passion to make an impact on your Club Work with MAC leaders and teams toward a shared goal Have the opportunity to work with professional and hardworking MAC staff Gain notoriety within the Club by promoting informed communication to membership Gain much more from your membership by providing value Develop a deep camaraderie that few ever forget

If you are interested in running, please contact these members of the Nominating Committee: Dean Eggerding, Chairman 314-713-4474 Brent Kaniecki, Co-Chairman 314-517-7888 Kevin Cantwell, Kim DeMotte, Ed Gilkerson, Bob Keightley or Chris Michalak If you have questions about what board service is all about, feel free to contact any current Governor or Past Governor. They are more than happy to answer questions and share experiences.

The Club election takes place on May 4, 2017. Your letter of intent is due on or before March 1, 2017.

MAC SURVEY

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How important are the following Club improvements?

How likely are you to refer a new member?

How can the Club enhance and increase your utilization of _______?

The leaders of the Missouri Athletic Club want your answers to these questions and much more!

On January 4, look for an email with a link to the MAC’s 2017 Membership Survey.

The leaders of the Missouri Athletic Club would like your anonymous feedback and request that you complete a comprehensive membership survey, which will be used to prioritize key initiatives for the future the Club as well as to evaluate current member satisfaction.

All members, including spouses, partners, and significant others are asked to participate in the survey. A summary of the results will be shared with the membership. Detailed results will be available upon request.

Please note the following about the survey: F The survey does not need to be completed in one sitting.

F Do not forward your survey link to other members.

F Use a desktop, laptop or tablet for an optimal survey experience. Paper surveys are available by request from the Front Desk of either clubhouse.

F Responses will be kept confidential, and no one will be able to identify your responses.

F DEADLINE: Please complete the survey by Wednesday, January 25, 2017.

F If you have any questions about the survey, contact Governor Tracy Beckette at beckette@swbell.net or 314-727-5496.

After taking the time to complete the survey, enjoy a complimentary drink in the new 1903 bar. You will receive an email with a drink coupon after submitting your survey.

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MEMBER SPOTLIGHT

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The Making of a MAC Leader: The Associates Council The Associates Council plays a significant role in developing the future leaders of the Missouri Athletic Club. The Cherry Diamond reached out to three past and present leaders of The Associates Council to learn more about how younger members benefit from becoming involved with this Club Within the Club. Young members who join this CWC develop personal and professional connections amongst their member peers and are groomed for Club leadership.

MICHAEL LOFTON Michael Lofton, former Associates Council President, sees The Associates Council as the lifeblood of the Club and supports its growth.

CD: What role do you play in The Associates’ Council?

ML: I was President of The Associates Council from 2012-2014. I also help continue to support The Associates sponsored events.

CD: How does this CWC benefit the Club?

ML: The Associates have the opportunity to be the lifeblood of the Club as they are the future resident members. Not only can they be a source for growth of membership for the Club, but also a group that promotes events within the Clubs Within the Club.

CD: Why should young members join?

ML: The MAC has one of the best networks in St. Louis and is an incredible place for young professionals to live a balanced life for physical fitness and socially interact with others. If you play basketball, it’s the best place to play and meet some great people of different generations.

CD: What are some future goals of this group in the years to come?

ML: Recruitment is the key to membership growth, but retention ignites recruitment.

The goal of this group is to create an atmosphere that fosters social interaction and provide avenues for young professionals to grow.

JOEL KARSTEN Joel Karsten, the founder of The Associates Council, views the group as a great stepping stone to future leadership opportunities at the MAC. CD: What is The Associates Council, and what does it do?

JK: It is currently a Club Within the Club comprised of younger members (31 and younger) who are appointed to work together and plan activities at the MAC specific to our younger member base.

CD: What role did you play in The Associates’ Council?

JK: In 2003, the current Board of Governors and Membership Committee approached me to get more involved at the MAC. So, I started The Associates Council with two goals in mind: 1. Find new and younger professional MAC members, and 2. Get

newer and younger members engaged and involved in meeting fellow members at the MAC. To this day, I am grateful I accepted.

CD: What role does this CWC play within the Club?

JK: A very important one! Feeling a part of the Club early in your membership is truly what the MAC is all about. There is no better feeling then recognizing a fellow member when you walk into either of our fine clubhouse locations.

CD: Why should young members join?

JK: This is a great stepping stone for future leadership opportunities at the MAC. Members like Beau Reinberg, Michael Lofton, Tom Dankenbring and Troy Robertson started on The Associates Council and have moved through various other committees and the Board of Governors through the years. It is a way to stay connected to your Club and give back to your Club, but most importantly, to develop lifelong relationships with fellow members.

CD: How do you see this CWC expanding in the future?

JK: For those younger members that read this article and want to meet a ton of great fellow members and get involved more at the MAC, please reach out to The Associates Council.

I promise you; there is nothing better for me and my family after 16 years of a MAC membership, than meeting someone around town because of our involvement at our Club. more »

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KRISTA THOMPSON Current President of The Associates Council, Krista Thompson has a vision for the future of this CWC and encourages young members to get involved at the MAC. CD: What is your role in The Associates Council?

KT: Currently, I am the President of The Associates Council. I took over as President in May of 2015. Prior to becoming the President, I was an active member of the Council and had the chance to learn from great folks like Brandon Dempsey.

CD: Why should young members join The Associates Council?

KT: The benefit to young members is that

Membership Cap Approved During the past few months, the Board of Governors has been deliberating the ideal quantity of members at the MAC to ensure that the Club can continue to provide platinum-level service for years to come. Following much discussion, evaluation and research, the Board recently approved a 2,500 membership cap. Currently, the Club membership base stands at nearly 2,400 members.

With recent years showing membership growth, the Membership Department is confident the Club will reach this 2,500-member cap soon. Members are encouraged to invite friends, coworkers, or legacy family members that may have expressed an interest to join the MAC family before the Club reaches a waiting list!

you can work in a small team of peers and really connect on a deeper level with those peers. As an individual who is not originally from St. Louis, I was looking for a way to get more involved and meet more people who I may not have encountered otherwise. Joining the Associates is a great way to form and deepen those bonds.

CD: What are some ways that female members can be involved?

KT: Female members can and should get involved in every facet of the Club that interests them. If you like golf, join the Golf Club. If you like wine, join the Wine Society. If you like beer, join the Craft Beer Club. While it may seem that some CWCs are mainly men, I would encourage you to be bold and join the groups that interest you. I am certain the men will welcome you, and if you need support, this is a great

way to invite a female friend, co-worker, or neighbor to the Club to enjoy the experience with you.

CD: How do you see this group expanding in the future?

KT: I would like to see this group expand to all members 40 and under. It would be great to see young professionals who are two to five years into their careers networking and connecting with individuals who are 10-15 years into their careers, and vice versa for those more experienced professionals to be able to learn and grow from those who are younger than them.

One future goal of The Associates Council is to get our members attending more functions hosted not only by The Associates but also those hosted by other CWCs and the Club, such as the Foundations’ Gala, Boxing Night, and the Club Election.

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EDUCATION SECTION

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Did you know that January 22-28 is National School Choice Week?

Selecting the best school for your child is an important decision. It’s so important that since 2011 an entire week throughout the month of January is dedicated to this topic nationwide. Mark the calendar because Jan. 22-28 is National School Choice Week. More than 90 events will take place throughout the state of Missouri. The purpose of this week is to shine a positive spotlight on the need for effective education options for all children.

Sometimes the options can be overwhelming. In St. Louis, outside of the public school system, education options include 26 charter schools and more than 243 private schools. With all of these options, there are many factors to consider including location, tuition cost, test scores and academic performance, philosophy, faculty, extracurricular activities, facilities, class size, admission requirements, and college 10 F Cherry Diamond F JANUARY 2017

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St. Louis, MO 63105 314-726-4542 ForsythOnline.com Admission@ ForsythOnline.com Forsyth School’s one-of-a-kind campus in a remarkable location provides an unforgettable experience for children age 3 – Grade 6. Forsyth is PRE-K BUTTERFLIES IN THE BIG BACKYARD AT FORSYTH SCHOOL. all about challenge–always with support from great teachers and classmates–and independence. It’s a place where personal best counts–on the field, on the stage, in the classroom, and on the high ropes course in the Forsyth Adventure Center. It’s a place to stretch beyond your comfort zone–memory mapping, Shakespeare plays, Challenge Days. Forsyth teachers value active learning and authentic challenges. Here, children develop critical thinking skills; they learn that if they work hard, they can accomplish difficult and complex challenges.

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placement. This often leaves many parents wondering where to begin.

To help simplify the process, here are some simple recommendations: 1. Prioritize the Most Important Criteria for Your Child and Family Start by making a list, but be open to revising it as more information becomes available. Consider any special learning needs for your child.

Will they perform better in a structured versus unstructured environment?

What is a necessity at the school versus what can be supplemented outside of it? Once the top priorities have been identified, move on to the next step.

Points to consider: F Teaching and religious philosophy F Available services such as an onsite nurse, librarian, guidance counselor F Grading and disciplinary policies F Faculty qualifications 2. Research the Schools Peruse the school’s website and take notes, but also make time to visit the schools that meet (or exceed) the criteria on your list. Getting a feel for the atmosphere and culture of the school is just as important as understanding its offerings. Before visiting the school, prepare questions for faculty, students and their parents.

Here are a few examples: F What is the application process?

F In the past few years, have test scores risen or declined? Why? F What measures have been taken to ensure student safety and security?

F Are there tryouts for extracurricular activities? How many students can participate?

F Does the school have a dress code?

3. Review, Decide, Apply After all of the pertinent information has been gathered, review it, decide which schools meet or exceed the criteria that is best for your child and family, then start the application

process. Know the application requirements early in the process so your child can work towards meeting them to ensure acceptance into his or her first choice.

For more information about National School Choice Week, visit schoolchoiceweek.com.

MORE TIPS TO CONSIDER: MATH CANNOT BE AN AFTERTHOUGHT From the early days of education, children should be introduced to math concepts. A specific type of math ability is built into all individuals, so it’s important for teachers to nurture that during the early years of education.

A good tip is to incorporate math into daily activities at home as well.

Counting Cheerios at breakfast or things of that nature help encourage a math-minded child.

DON’T FOCUS ON STANDARDIZED-TEST SCORES Excellent test scores could be an indication of a quality school and top-notch education, but it could also mean that schools could be teaching to the test and not teaching for the purpose of a rich education. A good curriculum includes abundant information with test answers hidden throughout.

LOOK UNDER THE LABEL Take into account that no one school will meet all the necessary requirements; there isn’t any “perfect” charter, private or public school. Look past the test scores or demographic information and delve into deeper factors such as racial, ethnic and economic diversity. Talk with friends or neighbors whose kids go to local schools and get the low down. If possible, discuss these topics with teachers at the school and ask them where they’d send their child.

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McKendree offers 50 undergraduate majors, five graduate programs, and doctoral programs in education and nursing. The Hettenhausen Center for the Arts is Southern Illinois’ premier performing arts venue, presenting world class performances and speakers. With 34 men’s and women’s sports, at the NCAA Division II level, and a variety of activities including music, debate, service, campus ministries and study abroad, students have numerous opportunities to be involved.

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FINE DINING

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Oh Goodness, My Guinness! By MAC Sommelier, Nichole Miller-Kirk

As a sommelier, I sometimes feel that there is a common misconception that we only drink wine. In fact, there are times after testing and tasting for exams that all I want is a nice cold pint of frothy goodness. Wine is undoubtedly

my forte and runs part and parcel with food pairings; however, let us not forget that for every dish there is a beer designed to enhance its flavors.

With that being said, I am pleased to announce that we will host a Guinness Dinner on Saturday, Jan. 28 in the 1903 dining room where Cicerone David Schroeder will share all of his beer knowledge. A cicerone is beer’s version of the sommelier, and we are fortunate to have one of the best in the business coming to the Club. David has been a close friend and colleague of mine over the years. He has been a wealth of knowledge for me to “tap” into (forgive the pun, but I couldn’t resist).

David serves as a brand ambassador for the Guinness company and is based out of Texas. His unmatched passion about the divinity of this malted drink is on par with the fervor of any wine professional.

Among the beers that will be featured at this dinner, we will showcase the Antwerpen Stout – a beer brewed especially for the Belgian

market in post-WWII Belgium. This dark brew offers high alcohol content and is slightly sweet, used to fill the quad niche when dilapidated Belgian Brewers couldn’t make enough beer for themselves. Also, the West Indies Porter where hops and high alcohol preserved beer for long ocean voyages. This is the category of beer that was sent to the Caribbean and U.S. from 1817 until the Prohibition era (and probably through Prohibition, wink wink). It showcases bitter dark chocolate, tart raspberry notes and a dry finish. Last but not least, the 1759, which is corked, caged and aged for three years – it is not made in the Champenoise style, but it does have a higher carbonation and nitro addition prior to bottling, resulting in a luscious, lacey, velvety finish – is dangerously drinkable.

The dinner will be five courses for an all-inclusive price of $60 per person.

Register online. Seating will be limited, and these dinners go fast. I hope to have a pint with each of you in the New Year! Cheers!

Tap Handle Takeover

HOMESTYLE TO GO RESUMES

Four of the seven beer taps in 1903 will be taken over by Perennial Artisan Ales! Gather with the Craft Beer Club and Bike, Run, Triathlon Club members for a beer tasting!

After taking a hiatus during December, Homestyle to Go resumes in January! Find the menus online on the member homepage > Dining > West Dining.

WEDNESDAY, JAN. 4 ✦ 6 P.M. ✦ WEST CLUBHOUSE $10 per person (no charge for Craft Beer Club members or BRT members)

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ACF/NFC CHAMPIONSHIP Gather on Jan. 22 for an all-you-can-eat wings and chili bar and all-you-can-drink keg beer in 1903! $19.03 per person ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT FAMILY PASTA NIGHTS Every Wednesday night enjoy all-you-can-eat pasta!

Adults – $14.95 per person Children – $8.95 per child

Bring the entire family for themed buffets every Thursday night in January!

JAN. 5 – SOUTH OF THE BORDER Tex Mex fiesta night featuring Darrin’s killer margarita’s for $4 each and a fajita and taco bar.

JAN. 12 – MEET ME ON THE HILL Enjoy an Italian buffet featuring lasagna, spaghetti and meatballs, toasted ravioli and more, paired with Nichole’s choice of an Italian red wine.

JAN. 19 –TASTE OF THE ORIENT Travel to the East with a Chinese buffet featuring fried rice, orange chicken, sweet and sour beef with broccoli, egg rolls and fortune cookies. Three-dollar domestic beers will also be offered.

JAN. 26 – DOWN SOUTH A southern buffet including honey cornbread, fried pickles, buttermilk fried chicken, Roger’s Jack Daniels BBQ pulled pork, “church” beans and whipped potatoes will be available!

Drink specials including $4 Jack Daniels and $3 Jim Beam.

Make a dining reservation online.

Adults – $19.03 per person ✦ Children – $9.03 per child Make a dining reservation online.

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Pre-Winter Classic Grub and Drinks Stop by the Jack Buck Grille on Monday, Jan. 2, before the Winter Classic, for a breakfast and lunch menu! The bar will offer Bloody Mary’s, beer and hot chocolate! Take the shuttle to and from this game and all Blues home games!

Make a dining reservation online.

Sea Coast Cena to Celebrate Latin Vibes Travel to Chile and the Pacific Coast during this themed night consisting of a four-course dinner by Chef Bart and wines presented by Glazer’s.

THURSDAY, JAN. 10 ✦ 6:30 p.m. ✦ $45 per person, all-inclusive for Wine Society members ✦ $60 per person, all-inclusive for non-Wine Society members Register online from the Dining Calendar.

Downtown Wines of the Quarter Dine in the Jack Buck Grille during the month of January, and enjoy these wines by the glass or by the bottle. $10 per glass ✦ $38 per bottle

2014 Sonoma-Cutrer Russian River Ranches Chardonnay Russian River Ranches is cuvee of distinct vineyard lots, each contributing its own personality to the wine. These vineyards come together to create a Chardonnay that is consistent from year to year and remains among the most coveted in each and every vintage. True to the Russian River Ranches style, this wine is beautifully focused with a nice, bright acidity balanced by a long finish and a light mid-palate creaminess.

Tasting Notes: This vintage is very aromatic, fruit forward, loaded with aromas of lemon and lime, and accented with nougat, green apple, spices, pear and touches of wet stone minerality. Crisp and zesty flavors of lemon drop, green apple, white peach and lychee are accented with a nice barrel spice and persistent lime.

2013 Sonoma County Gundlach Bundschu Mountain Cuvee Mountain Cuvee is a modern, vineyard-sourced California Bordeaux red that over delivers quality for the price.

Tasting Notes: Loaded with blackberry, dark plum, and black raspberry mingled with clove, tea, and spices, this seriously crafted yet surprisingly approachable red leaves a medium-bodied mouthful. Driven by dark cherry fruit, creamy cocoa, and vanilla, this wine is framed by smooth tannins and a long, rich finish and is intended to be enjoyed within fives years of vintage.

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2017 Charitable Society for Children Charities Selected At the November Board of Governors meeting, the CSC Selection Committee proposed six finalists, and the Board selected these charities for 2017.

The MAC gives back to the community through its Charitable Society for Children. Since the CSC’s conception 11 years ago, it has supported 36 charities with approximately $254,879 in contributions. 2016 total contributions are still being tallied. The Board of Governors selected the following charities for support by MAC members and employees in 2017: HOME WORKS! THE TEACHER HOME VISIT PROGRAM

Nominated by Kenny Powell, the Home Works! The Teacher Home Visit Program partners families and teachers for children’s success.

This organization’s guiding principles are set forth with the knowledge that all parents want the best for their children, that families play a key role in a child’s life path, that all children can learn, that learning creates opportunities, that individual differences much be respected, open and that honest communication is essential and strength-based perspective promotes respect, trust and effective outcomes.

Core values include collaboration, continuous improvement, diversity, innovation, integrity, persistence, respect, transparency, and trust.

Home Works!’s goals are to improve academic achievement and test stores, daily attendance, and classroom behavior, as well as increase parental/ guardian and teacher engagement, resulting in fewer tardies.

The long-term goals of Home Works! are to support the development of an educated, trained workforce; to support parents to read, talk, and listen to their children every day; and to become invested in the quality of their children’s schooling.

Visit www.teacherhomevisit.org for more information.

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IT’S YOUR BIRTHDAY, INC. Nominated by Julie Fowler, It’s Your Birthday, Inc.’s mission is to create fun and memorable experiences for children that reside in homeless and domestic violence centers.

While volunteering at a homeless shelter, the founder of It’s Your Birthday, Inc., Rolanda Robinson, noticed several children running around. She asked the Executive Director how these children celebrate their birthday? He explained that because of lack of resources and funding, nothing was done. Because Rolanda loves to celebrate her personal birthday and remembers how special birthdays were when she was a child, she decided to start celebrating these children’s birthdays using her own funds. They were excited each time “The Birthday Lady” arrived to give them joy on their special day.

Unfortunately, after a few months, the shelter closed. Rolanda wanted to continue to bring joy in the lives of children in homeless shelters, and as a former victim, she included domestic violence shelters as well. In 2014, It’s Your Birthday, Inc. was born!

Visit www.itsyourbirthdayinc.org for more information.

THE FRIENDS OF KATHY J. WEINMAN SHELTER FOR VICTIMS OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE, INC. Nominated by Candace Hyams, the mission of The Friends of Kathy J. Weinman Shelter for Victims of Domestic Violence, Inc. is to raise awareness and support for the shelter, which is the only shelter in St. Louis County for survivors of domestic violence, and to provide help and create hope for women and children who need new lives free of violence and fear.

In 1992, the late St. Louis County

Executive Buzz Westfall and a group of concerned citizens saw a need and had a vision for a domestic violence shelter in St. Louis County. The vision not only encompassed providing shelter for women and children who experienced the trauma of domestic violence, but also to provide counseling and therapy, case management, health care services, meals, and community outreach and educational services for the women and children. With the generous help of Philanthropist Kathy J. Weinman, County Executive Buzz Westfall kept his campaign promise to open the first domestic violence shelter in St. Louis County. Kathy J. Weinman donated the building and the nine acres of land where the shelter is currently located. The vision came to fruition, and the Kathy J. Weinman Shelter for Victims of Domestic Violence was established. A year later, the Friends of Kathy J. Weinman Shelter for Victims of Domestic Violence, Inc. board was organized and incorporated by the state of Missouri as a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit volunteer organization for the purpose of raising funds to help financially support the Kathy J. Weinman Shelter, St. Louis County’s only domestic violence shelter.

The purpose of the Friends of Kathy J. Weinman Shelter is to raise funds, which help fund the operation, improvement, equipping, and support of the Kathy J. Weinman Shelter for Victims of Domestic Violence. However, the help does not stop with the shelter. The group tries to ease the burden of residents when they leave by providing them with many essentials for their new beginning. A storage facility holds sofas, chairs, beds, televisions, cleaning supplies, sheets, blankets and kitchen items; the basics for someone who is starting out with nothing but the clothes on their back.

The organization is a 501(c)(3) notfor-profit all-volunteer organization and every dollar raised is spent on the needs of the shelter and its residents and is tax deductible to the fullest extent of the law.

Visit www.friendsofweinman.org for more information.

B E AT L E S T R I B U T E Showcases 2016 CSC Check Presentations Since members had such a great time at last year’s Beatles Tribute, the MAC is hosting it again!

Enjoy a three-course dinner, entertainment by a Beatles cover band, and check presentations made by the CSC to its 2016 charities: Lift for Life Academy, LoveU2Pieces and The Maggie Welby Foundation.

January 27 F 6 p.m. F $62.50 per person F Downtown Clubhouse F Register online.

“I want my mom to be close to family and friends.”

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Conveniently located in the heart of St. Louis County, see for yourself how quality can be right around the corner!

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Get Red Carpet Ready FOUNDATIONS’ GALA 2017

Attending the Foundations’ Gala is the classiest way to support the Club’s three foundations.

Check out the recommendations below to get red carpet ready for the party of the year!

TOP 10 WAYS TO GET RED CARPET READY

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Celebrate Valentine’s Day by registering to attend the gala with your sweetheart.

Secure a gala sponsorship by January 6 for additional perks.

Donate an auction item.

Join the All-Star Program by donating a monthly gift to the foundation.

Book an overnight guest room for the night of event.

Schedule a manicure and pedicure at the MAC’s nail salon in advance.

Make a hair appointment at the MAC barbershop.

“The Foundations Gala is the party of the year. It is the perfect combination of fun, fine dining, and member interaction. The funds raised go to support our three Foundations that help enrich the

Look fashionable. Use the Club’s shoe shine and dry cleaning services.

future of our great Club.

Get fit. Book a personal training session.

I hope to see you there!”

Pamper. Enjoy a relaxing massage from an MAC therapist.

– President Troy Robertson

FOUNDATIONS’ GALA 2017 F FRIDAY, FEB. 10 6 p.m. – Cocktails F 7:30 p.m. – Dinner F 8:30 p.m. – Live auction and dancing $150 per person ($25 benefits the Foundations) F $100 per person for Associate members Downtown Clubhouse F Login to the MAC website and register online from the Events Calendar.

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“As members of the Missouri Athletic Club, we each enjoy rich traditions and unique amenities that would not DONATE AN AUCTION ITEM Visit the Gala webpage (www.mac-stl.org/pvtfoundations) to obtain a donation form, and contact Katie Maurer, the MAC’s Director of Special Events (314-539-4402) with any questions. The deadline to donate is Friday, Jan. 6.

BECOME A SPONSOR OR ADVERTISE IN THE PROGRAM The Club would greatly appreciate sponsors or advertisers for this event! Visit the Gala webpage (www.mac-stl.org/pvtfoundations) to obtain a sponsorship form, and contact Katie Maurer, the MAC’s Director of Special Events (314-539-4402), with any questions regarding sponsoring or advertising. Sponsorship opportunities range from $500 $5,000, and a variety of ad sizes are available at corresponding prices.

BECOME AN ALL-STAR GIVER One of the best ways to support the foundations is to become a member of the AllStar program by pledging a monthly or one-time gift. This ensures that the Club will continue its strong presence in the community as a philanthropic pillar. For the pledge form, login to the MAC website, and go to the Foundations page listed in the header.

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

AUCTION ITEMS SNEAK PEEK 1. Napa Valley Trip – This package includes five nights in a two-bedroom, two-bath house for up to four people, featuring an outside barbecue, fireplace and its own Bocce ball court. Located on the estate of Chanticleer Winery in Yountville, Calif.

2. Stay at Tan-Tar-A Resort – Plan a getaway to this three-bedroom home located on a lake cove.

3. Tickets to Shen Yun Performing Arts’ St. Louis show – Experience the all-new 2017 program that embodies the wisdom of ancient China – all through this once-in-a-lifetime performing arts experience.

4. 18 holes of golf (including cart) and lunch for four at Horseshoe Bay Golf Club 5. Duck Hunt for two at Baldwin Land Company – Enjoy a duck hunt for two during the 2017 season. Plan to stay after the hunt for drinks and appetizers.

6. Shanty Creek Michigan “Stay and Play” Golf Package – Three nights lodging in two double rooms and two rounds of golf for four people. Includes new golf bag and four golf shirts.

be possible without the foundations. Grants to local children’s charities, the majesty of the Downtown Clubhouse, and the proud traditions of the Jack Buck Sports Awards and the Hermann Trophy are just a few of those traditions and amenities that are financially supported by the foundations. By virtue of their tax-favored status, the foundations also represent an attractive vehicle by which the Club can fund its future pursuits of member amenities. When attending the Gala, you

FOUNDATION FOR THE ARTS The mission of the Foundation for the Arts is to assemble, collect, commission, display and maintain significant works of the arts.

PRESERVATION FOUNDATION The mission of the Preservation Foundation is to preserve, rejuvenate and memorialize the history and historical architecture of the building occupied by the Missouri Athletic Club at 405 Washington Avenue.

SPORTS FOUNDATION The mission of the Sports Foundation is to further encourage and recognize outstanding achievements in the field of athletics and, in connection therewith, to select for public recognition those individuals who have made outstanding contributions to and achievement in the fields of sports and athletics.

not only experience the thrill of the party of the year, but you also make your mark on the future excellence of our Club.”

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AROUND THE CLUB

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Gallery Talk to Highlight New MAC Artwork By Tom Albus Have you ever admired the Missouri Athletic Club’s extensive art collection and wanted to know more about it? If so, a fun and free event, sponsored by the MAC’s Foundation for the Arts, will be held in January in the MAC’s beautiful Art Lounge. Two members of the Foundation for the Arts’ Board of Directors will present a gallery talk on artist and architect Thomas Barnett. This gentleman has profoundly impacted the MAC by designing the Downtown Clubhouse.

Barnett’s works are both the first and latest acquisitions of the Club’s art collection. The FISHING BOATS BY THOMAS BARNETT MAC will display Barnett’s pieces and discuss the artist and his important contribution to the Club’s collection.

Please attend this event and learn more about this very important piece of MAC history.

The Foundation for the Arts’ mission is to assemble, collect, commission, display and maintain significant works of art.

The MAC’s art collection is housed at both clubhouses and is valued at more than $3 million. Throughout the past years, funds have been used to restore six paintings that have become damaged and faded since the founding of the Club’s art collection in 1918. The Foundation for the Arts celebrates the pieces within the walls of the MAC and continues to add value and experience for members and guests.

Artist of the Month

J I M T ROT T ER

Jim Trotter is a commercial photographer/artist and the owner of Trotter Art Inc., located in St. Louis, MO. Jim produces advertising photography, including architecture, product conceptual images and portraits, and produces his images using high-resolution digital cameras, and Photoshop. Jim’s studio reproduces prints (art reproductions) for artists. The artist prints display in many galleries and businesses throughout the St. Louis area. He has pioneered the Gigapan Imaging System, a robotic camera device that assists in creating extreme wide angle images in high resolution. He has produced four coffee table books, “The Best of Saint Louis” fourth edition is now available.

Trotter Art can produce custom images for clients at any size. Visit Jim’s website at www.trotterart.com or call 314-878-0777.

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

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WEDNESDAY, JAN. 25 5 p.m. F Downtown Clubhouse Event is complimentary.

Hors d’oeuvres will be offered after the presentation as well as a signature bar.

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Now Accepting Nominations for the 2017 Women of Distinction Nominations are now available for the sixth annual Women of Distinction Luncheon. The selection criterion focuses on a woman who through her leadership, character and professional achievements

has enriched the community and contributed to the advancement of women. MAC membership is not required to nominate someone or to be nominated. Nominations are due

by Friday, Jan. 20.

The nomination form is available online at www.mac-stl.org/awards/ women-of-distinction. Contact Katie for more information at 314-539-4402 or kmaurer@mac-stl.org.

Happy Hour Gather with the Women’s Initiative Committee members for happy hour specials such as $2 draft beer and domestic bottles, $5 wells and $3 glasses of wine. Enjoy tasty hors d’oeuvres prepared by Chef Bart.

WEDNESDAY, JAN. 18 5:30 p.m.

Downtown Clubhouse Event is complimentary.

Register online.

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Indoor Triathlon Debuts at Downtown Clubhouse Sign up for this fitness extravaganza!

JA NUA RY 2 1 F 8 A .M . F $30 (participants will receive their individual start time when they register)

Relaxation IN 2017

Start the new year off right with massage therapy! The MAC licensed massage therapists are available at both clubhouses and offer different massage techniques to meet the individual needs of clients. Options include Swedish massage, deep tissue, sports, prenatal, cupping, and more. Login to the MAC website to book a massage session online. Find the reservation module under the Wellness tab located on the member homepage.

ABOVE: JERRAD BENTON, A MASSAGE THERAPIST LOCATED AT THE DOWNTOWN CLUBHOUSE, GIVES A MASSAGE TO A CLIENT ON 5M.

Nutrition Tip:

Avoid Banking Calories Avoiding food throughout the day to indulge later is the worst strategy. Going into a meal with temptations within an arm’s reach is diet suicide. Eat sensibly throughout the day and even right before an event to minimize overeating later. Moderation is the key!

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Participants will begin at their designated start time with a 10-minute swim in the indoor pool followed by a 30-minute bike ride in the cycling studio and finishing with 20 minutes on the treadmill. The total distance covered during the swim, bike and run will be recorded; the more distance a participant covers, the higher his or her score. The participant with the highest cumulative score will win the competition. All participants will receive a t-shirt and a medal.

Register online from the Fitness Calendar. Contact Courtney Hutt for more information at 314-539-4495 or chutt@mac-stl.org.

Fast and Furious Personal Training

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JUSTIN FOWLER TRAINS WITH COURTNEY HUTT DURING A FAST-PACED WORKOUT SESSION.

Looking for a personal training session that works with a busy schedule? All MAC personal trainers offer 30-minute, fast-paced personal training sessions, but Downtown Clubhouse fitness manager and personal trainer, Courtney Hutt, specializes in it for both individuals and partners. Read the following testimonials from multiple members who have trained with Courtney.

Contact Courtney (314-539-4495) to book your first session. Future sessions can be scheduled online using the Personal Training Reservation system found on the Personal Training page under Wellness.

Thirty minutes for a workout is all you need with Courtney. You are in and out in an hour or less with a shower! She will work your arms, legs, core, and cardio, all in a quick, fast-paced session. Courtney keeps it interesting, always a different work out; strategy is the same (get in shape!), tactics are different. At the end of the session, you are motivated by your progress to come back. Even if you think you have a good routine, Courtney can tweak it just enough to challenge you and help you reach your goals faster than you will on your own.

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Until I started working out with Courtney, I did not use personal trainers. Now it is my favorite workout. My work schedule didn’t allow enough time for hour-long sessions, so I started with 30 minutes. I have actually found that this is just enough time to get in an insanely fun and intense workout. Courtney pushes me hard the whole time and I get a great workout.

— Chris Lawhorn

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Personal training can be tough when you are limited on your amount of free time and available resources. Doing high-intensity, 30-minute training sessions with Courtney is easier to fit into my calendar and my budget.

— Brett Benyo When I started working out I always figured more was better. My trips to the gym lasted an hour or longer. I’ll admit most of that time was spent “resting” and “recovering” for my next set. Then I met Courtney and her 30-minute, high-intensity sessions were a game changer for me for sure. Not only do I spend less time in the weight room but I get a much better workout.

— Colin Tully

Stifel is pleased to support the

Missouri Athletic Club Foundations’ Golf Classic Invested in St. Louis Since 1890.

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WEIGHT LOS S CHALLENGE The annual Weight Loss Challenge begins Jan. 9 and runs through March 20. Last year, Chris Lawhorn won the challenge by losing 27.6 pounds, which was 12.19% of his body weight! This year, each participant will receive a free body composition of measurements and body fat analysis. All participants will learn proper food selection and what to look for on food packaging and labels. The winner will be the participant(s) with the highest percentage of total weight lost. The $145 per person entry fee includes either a personal training or nutrition session and 10% off any additional services such as massage therapy, personal training and more.

Register online. For more information call 314-539-4495.

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Alton (618) 463-4697

Clayton (314) 862-8800

Belleville (618) 233-5685

Frontenac (314) 872-8900

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at Spring Break

Fit Kidz is a martial arts based fitness and recreation program for children ages 5-13 created and developed by undefeated world kickboxing champion Dan Isaac. This class will provide students with knowledge of selfdefense, encourage them to stay fit and healthy and help them channel all that extra energy!

C A M P Children in grades K-6 can sign-up for fun-filled days of sports, activities and crafts at the West Clubhouse during Spring Break!

F Jan. 21-March 4 (no class Feb. 18.)

F 9-10 a.m.

F Downtown Clubhouse F $60 per child

March 13-17 FULL-DAY CAMP F 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

F Member: $50 F Guest: $65 HALF-DAY CAMP F 9 a.m.-12 p.m. or 1-4 p.m.

F Member: $25 F Guest: $40 Register online from the Youth Programs Calendar.

Preschool Camp

Register online under the Youth Program calendar.

Youth Group Swim Lessons MAC head swim coach, Lauren Fonseca will teach children ages 4-12 proper swim technique.

F Saturday mornings Jan. 7 – March 4 (no class on Jan. 21 and Feb. 18.)

F 4-5 years old: 8:30 a.m.

F 6-8 years old: 9:30 a.m.

F 9-12 years old: 10:30 a.m.

F $70 per child for the seven-week session F Downtown Clubhouse

Register online. Call 314-539-4434 for more information.

Children ages 3-5 years (must be potty trained) can enjoy activities, sports and more at the West Clubhouse!

Early Childhood Open House Sat, Jan 7 >> 10:00-11:30a Science Saturday Sat, Jan 14 >> 9:30-11:00a

F 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

F $30 per child, per day Register online from the Youth Programs Calendar.

Gym and Swim When school closes for Martin Luther King Day and Presidents’ Day, make the day extra special by bringing children in grades K-6 to the MAC for a multitude of fun activities! Campers will enjoy a shuttle ride to the Downtown Clubhouse for gym time, swimming, lunch and more! Parents may drop off their kids and pick them up from the West Clubhouse.

Children must know how to swim.

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

F Members only: $58 per child Registration is limited and should be made online from the Youth Programs Calendar. Walk-ins will not be accepted.

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Legend of the Tournament (Glass) Racquetball Court

By MAC member Thomas Elfrink

The Tournament Court at the West Clubhouse is known among racquetball professionals as one of the top tournament courts in the world. The unusual “stadium” seating allows spectators to sit literally inches from tournament court action. This intimate setting brings the competitive level of tournament to a higher level for both spectators and contestants.

The MAC’s West Clubhouse (previously Town and Country Racquet Club) has a rich history of sponsoring tournaments including the top professional players in the world, state championships and national high school championships. To name the many players who have competed on this court would include virtually every national racquetball champion from the past 40 years.

According to Jason Mannino, former #1 Racquetball Champion and current president of the International Racquetball Tour (IRT), “the Tournament Court at the MAC has a very long history that predates me.

I can’t think of a former #1 ranked professional who has not played on that court. It’s one of the most famous courts in the history of the sport.”

One of those #1 racquetball

professional champions is local racquetball legend Marty Hogan who was the #1 racquetball professional for six years. Marty competed frequently and won numerous professional tournaments on this court.

During the years of the NFL St. Louis Cardinals, many of the Big Red team members played racquetball on the tournament court in the offseason to stay in shape. In April 1978, a charity “battle of the sexes” challenge match was held on this court. In this wellpublicized event, local racquetball professional Rita Hoff defeated Big Red stars Roger Wehrli and Jim Bakken in consecutive singles matches.

This rich racquetball legacy continues as the MAC recently hosted the IRT Prostop on Nov. 17-20 of last year.

The top professionals in the world competed in this event.

JANUARY AND FEBRUARY MACTIVITIES MACtivities take place from 5:30-8:30 p.m. every Friday night in the West Clubhouse gym for children ages 5-12 and in the childcare room (currently located in Racquetball Court 1 due to renovations) for infants through four years of age ($5 per child, per hour). Activities include movie nights, crafts, arts, sports and more!

Movie Nights Jan. 20 – Finding Dory Feb. 17 – The Secret Life of Pets

AFTER-SCHOOL YOGA Bethany Bogosian will instruct a series of four interactive yoga classes for children ages 5-7. Yoga at an early age helps children learn about their bodies, teaches them how to breathe, quiet the mind, gain focus, and improve coordination, strength and flexibility.

F Tuesday evenings for four weeks beginning Jan. 10.

F West Clubhouse racquetball hallway F 4:30-5:15 p.m.

F $40 per child www.arvellandcompany.com Register online from the Youth Programs Calendar.

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Fall Basketball Leagues Finish Strong Adult Group DOWNTOWN OPEN LEAGUE Swim Lessons

(L-R) SEAN CONNOLLY, MATT MORRIS, MIKE YORK, MICHAEL HERMANN, CAPTAIN DREW WECKBACH, BRADLEY HABERSTROH, BRIAN ALBERT, AND TYLER RASMUSON.

The winner of the fall league was the team captained by Drew Weckbach. They beat the team captained by Mark Ommen 72-49 in the championship game to finish with a 9-1 record.

Larry Drury led the league in scoring with an average of 25.0 points per game (PPG).

Matt Scoggins finished second with 23.6 PPG and Ryan Shotkoski finished third with 22.4 PPG.

DOWNTOWN OVER-40 LEAGUE

L-R, FRONT ROW: RUSS RIGGAN, JOHN CONRAD, AND NORM TOON. BACK ROW: NAT WALSH, ROB KOONTZ, CAPTAIN MIKE YORK, AND SEAMUS MCGOWAN. NOT PICTURED: ANTHONY CLARKSON.

The winner of this league was the team captained by Mike York. They beat the team captained by Tim McGowan 58-32 in the championship game to finish with a record of 8-2.

Tim Van Rhein led the league in scoring with an average of 26.3 points per game (PPG). Al Meitl was second with 21.6 PPG, and Tom Sehy finished third with 17.5 PPG.

Swimmers will be led through a workout each week, gaining tips and stroke instruction by MAC swim instructor, Nick Divan. This is a great way to train for that upcoming fitness event or increase the effectiveness of personal swim workouts.

F Sunday mornings from Jan. 8-Feb. 26 F 10:30-11:30 a.m.

F $100 for eight-week session F Downtown Clubhouse Register online from the filtered Swim Calendar. Call 314-539-4434 for more information.

WEST RECREATIONAL LEAGUE

L-R: SEAN CONNOLLY, CHRIS CONNOLLY, CAPT. BRAD MILLS, MIKE SCHOEDEL, AND JACK MARTIN. NOT PICTURED: ROBERT CONNORS, BRANDON DONAT, AND JOEL ROTRAMEL.

The winner of the fall West Clubhouse Recreational League was the team captained by Brad Mills. They beat the team captained by Brian Rodgers 74-60 in the championship game to finish with a record of 7-2. Richard Joyce led the league in scoring with an average of 27.8 points per game (PPG). Matt Morris was second with 22.0 PPG and Joel Rotramel finished third with 21.8 PPG.

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Lessons are available for both adults and children at the Downtown Clubhouse pool. Contact Rick Schneider at 314-539-4434 or rschneider@mac-stl.org.

Good Fellowship D AY

Boxing

CHAMPIONSHIP Attend this annual MAC event and have a knockout time!

Enjoy cocktails, cigars, dinner and boxing! This year, two of the MAC’s very own employees – Squash Director Adam Bews and Fitness Manager Paul Helfrich – will compete in a bout!

THURSDAY, FEB. 23 6 p.m. – Cocktails and cigars F 7 p.m. – Dinner F 8 p.m. – Boxing $110 per person, plus gratuity F Downtown Clubhouse

To reserve prime ringside seating, consider a sponsorship and contact Jim Wilson at jwilson@mac-stl.org.

Camaraderie and sports are the name of the game at this historic MAC event! Enjoy good-hearted competition, food and fellowship!

SATURDAY, FEB. 18 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

11 a.m. – Lunch Event is complimentary.

Downtown Clubhouse

SDA $20,000

MISSOURI ATHLETIC CLUB OPEN On Jan. 13-15, attend the Squash Doubles Association $20,000 Open at both clubhouses, and watch the highest level of men’s doubles in the world compete! To become a patron or sponsor and attend the cocktail reception and dinner with the players, please contact Adam Bews at abews@mac-stl.org.

Valentine’s Sweetheart Tourney Join with your sweetheart and play tennis in the spirit of Valentine’s Day!

FRIDAY, FEB. 3 6:30-8 p.m.

West Clubhouse Register online under the Adult Tennis Calendar.

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Christen Press Headlines Hermann Banquet Jan. 6 NATIONAL TEAM STAR AND FORMER HERMANN TROPHY WINNER RETURNS TO THE MAC The MAC Hermann Trophy has served as a launching pad for many rising soccer stars. In 2010, Stanford’s Christen Press closed her collegiate career as the school’s all-time leading scorer and captured the MAC Hermann Trophy.

Press is returning to the MAC this year as one of the top players on the U.S. Women’s National Team. A member of the 2015 Women’s World Cup championship team, Press is only the fifth player in U.S. history to score in double-figures in goals for three consecutive seasons.

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and find out who will be recognized as the top collegiate soccer players for the 2016 season. Do not get shutout – make reservations now before the event sells out.

MAC HERMANN TROPHY FINALISTS WOMEN Morgan Andrews, Southern California Kadeisha Buchanan, West Virginia Andi Sullivan, Stanford MEN Ian Harkes, Wake Forest Albert Ruiz, Florida Gulf Coast Gordon Wild, Maryland

MAC HERMANN TROPHY Friday, Jan. 6 5:45 p.m. – Press Conference 6 p.m. – Cocktails 7 p.m. – Dinner $75, inclusive Downtown Clubhouse Register online or call 314-539-4430.

Celebrating St. Louis Sports Stars Tarasenko Scores the 47th Sports Personality of the Year Award

SPORTS PERSONALITY OF THE YEAR, VLADIMIR TARASENKO.

A sold-out crowd filled the Missouri Room for the 47th annual Jack Buck Awards, presented by Maryville University. Blues forward Vladimir Tarasenko received the Sports Personality of the Year Award. While presenting the award, Blues General Manager Doug Armstrong praised Tarasenko for the work he has put in to become one of the top goal-scorers in the NHL.

Recently retired Blues defenseman Barret Jackman received the Legends Award, which was presented to him by another legendary Blues defenseman, Bob Plager. Dan McLaughlin, who will begin his 20th season as the play-by-play voice of the Cardinals received the Burnes/Broeg Award. Saint Louis University soccer player Saadiq Mohammed received the Carl O. Bauer

Award in recognition of being the top local amateur sports figure. Lou Brock was the recipient of the Stan “the Man” Award.

For those unable to snag a ticket to the premier sports banquet in St. Louis, KMOX aired the banquet live.

Fox Sports Midwest produced a onehour show that aired multiple times throughout December.

TOP ROW L-R: BARRET JACKMAN; SINGER CHARLES GLENN CLOSED THE SHOW WITH “WHEN THE BLUES GO MARCHIN’ IN”; SAADIQ MOHAMMED. BOTTOM ROW L-R: BLUES GREAT, BOB PLAGER; PRESIDENT TROY ROBERTSON AND DAN MCLAUGHLIN; STAN MUSIAL’S GRANDSON, BRIAN SCHWARZE. Cherry Diamond F JANUARY 2017 F 27

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MAC Meeting Corner

By Director of New Opportunities, Najah Fennoy, MBA

M E E T M E AT T H E M A C I N 2 0 1 7 As 2017 begins, many usher in the new year with new resolutions, and for many employees, this includes a resolve for improved work performance. For many businesses, a start-of-the-year meeting may be the most important meeting of the year as the sales team unites to discuss annual revenue and best company practices; holding a successful meeting like this is crucial.

If you haven’t already booked a 2017 kick-off meeting, consider the MAC as your go-to venue. Below are some tips and tricks for holding a successful startof-the-year meeting: 1. Keep meetings short; don’t go

beyond the point of diminishing returns on the information provided. When planning a multi-day meeting, keep to the schedule of each day and stay on topic.

2. Recognition is important. Top sellers enjoy recognition and being publicly identified as a role model within the group.

3. Keep jovialness top-of-mind. Sales is a stressful profession and usually has a lot riding on its success. Insert different topics and sidebars that add humor and camaraderie within the group.

4. Keep a continuous loop on

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feedback with the entire group.

Encourage top sales staff to be key panelists, and interview them about defeat and victory and the need for tenacity. It should inspire others.

What are your company’s greatest strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats? Every company’s most important assets are its customers.

Sales teams are responsible for acquiring and retaining them. Without valued sales members, will your customers be valued?

Don’t go another year without holding an important meeting such as this.

Consider the MAC to host your meeting. At the Club, your only job will be to take care of the meeting, and we will take care of the rest. When you think of meetings, think of your Club.

Contact me for suggestions and more information at 314-539-4448 or nfennoy@mac-stl.org.

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Holiday Parties

A D D F E S TIV E F UN

Cocktails with Santa The Missouri Athletic Club partnered with the Downtown St. Louis Neighborhood Association for a festive holiday party in the Crystal Room on Dec. 1. While attendees enjoyed cocktails and hors d’oeuvres, the Apollos sang holiday carols with Santa.

THE APOLLOS AND SANTA SET THE TONE WITH SOME HOLIDAY CAROLS.

THE CRYSTAL ROOM WAS A FLURRY OF EXCITEMENT!

Family Brunch with Santa Delights Kids at West Clubhouse On Sunday, Dec. 11, families gathered at the West Clubhouse to meet Santa and Mrs. Claus for a breakfast buffet, pictures and crafts!

JENNA OESCH’S DAUGHTER, EMMA, SHARES HER CHRISTMAS WISH LIST WITH SANTA.

Breakfast with Santa Packs the Ballroom On Dec. 10 and 17, two sell-out Breakfast with Santa events took place at the Downtown Clubhouse. Families gathered for a breakfast buffet, entertainment by D.J. Joe Fingerhut, photos with Santa, and crafts in the Art Lounge. The Apollos made an appearance and added some holiday carols to the mix!

PHOTO CREDIT: LINDSAY BLUM, GILDED LIGHT PHOTOGRAPHY

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MAC Elijah Craig Bourbon A Hit at Heaven Hill Tasting Members gathered in the Sportsman’s Club on Dec. 1 for an evening of bourbon tastings as well as celebrating the debut of the MAC-logoed Elijah Craig Small Batch.

Members of the Apollos made an appearance and sang some holiday carols.

Join dance instructor Lucy Fitzgerald for ballroom dance sessions in the Missouri Ballroom.

Tuesday evenings, Jan. 10, 17, 24 and 31; Feb. 7, 14, 21 and 28 F 6:30-9:30 p.m.

F $55 per person, inclusive for Dance Club members F $62.50 per person, inclusive for non-Dance Club members

Forever Young Club Flies Around the State Dan O’Hara, President of the Missouri Aviation Society, will speak about Daniel L. Rust’s wonderfully illustrated new book, The Aerial Crossroads of America: St Louis’s Lambert Airport, at the FYC meeting in January. “The history of aviation in Missouri encompasses everything from weather balloons to the flight into space,” says O’Hara. The book

PHOTO CREDIT: CECIL CORBETT

contains much of this history.

Adding to the state’s narrative are locales such as Whiteman Air Force Base, home of the long-range B-2 bomber, and the Springfield founding of the Silver Swallows airline, Ozark. Join Dan O’Hara at the Forever Young Club meeting on Friday, Jan. 20 at 11:30 a.m. at the West Clubhouse.

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Metcalf Nabs Sports Personality of the Year in 1976 Forty years ago, more than 600 members and guests gathered to hear some of the biggest names in professional athletics, especially Sports Personality of the Year winner, St. Louis Cardinals’ own Terry Metcalf. KMOX’s Jack Buck emceed the evening and spared no one from his witty one-liners.

HAPPY

Summer!

Mark your calendars for the upcoming MAC Happy Hours. In addition to serving up great drink specials, these events are a great opportunity to meet new members and introduce friends and colleagues to the Club. No reservations are required.

Downtown Wednesday, June 25 Wednesday, July 23 Thursday, Aug. 14 5-8 p.m.

West (Poolside) CLOCKWISE June FROM 14 LEFT: TERRY METCALF ADDRESSES ATTENDEES WITH THE SPORTS PERSONALITY TROPHY IN THE Saturday, FOREGROUND; L-R: JUDGE DONALD GUNN SR., WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY ATHLETIC DIRECTOR BRUCE MELIN, AND Saturday, July 12 DONALD GUNN JR. AND HIS SONS DANIEL AND JOSEPH AT THE COCKTAIL PARTY PRECEDING THE AWARDS; JACK Saturday, Aug. BUCK EMCEES THE 23 PROGRAM AND READILY SHARES HIS HUMOR WITH THE CROWD. 1:30-4:30 p.m.

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Snapshots MICAH MILLS (RIGHT) POSES WITH TARASENKO PRECEDING THE JACK BUCK AWARDS.

MAYOR FRANCIS SLAY STANDS WITH VLADIMIR TARASENKO AT THE JACK BUCK AWARDS.

THE WHEELER FAMILY ENJOYS THANKSGIVING AT THE DOWNTOWN CLUBHOUSE.

THE MUNY KIDS MADE AN APPEARANCE AT THE MAC’S BIG M CHRISTMAS PARTY!

DEBBIE LIEFER, MORT BROWN, DALE LIEFER AND BARBARA BROWN PLAY A GAME OF BRIDGE AT THE WEST CLUBHOUSE.

MARIE SALTER AND WILMA KIRCHER HAVE THEIR PHOTO TAKEN AT THE WEST CLUBHOUSE.

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THE ANNUAL PAST PRESIDENTS’ DINNER TOOK PLACE IN THE ART LOUNGE ON DEC. 6.

TOM ALBUS AND MARK BELEW ENJOY A DRINK AT THE PAST PRESIDENTS’ DINNER.

PRESIDENT TROY ROBERTSON AND HIS WIFE TRESSA ATTENDED BREAKFAST WITH SANTA WITH THEIR THREE CHILDREN: (L-R) TREY, HUNTER AND PARKER.

BILL CONWAY AND CARL STIFEL SMILE FOR THE CAMERA AT THE PAST PRESIDENTS’ DINNER.

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