Missouri Athletic Club, Cherry Diamond, May 2017

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ALL IN THE FAMILY:

Making Memories at the Club

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Features

Missouri Athletic Club Founded in 1903

7 Second Quarter Financial Report 8 2017 Board of Governor Candidates

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15 Easter Festivities 16 All in the Family 18 A Method to the Madness 20 Summer Camp Programming

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28 Pool Parties

Departments 2 Calendar of Events 5 President’s Column 6 From the GM’s Desk 11 Membership

13 Dining 28 Around the Club 20 Athletics 31 MAC Past 24 Fitness Focus 32 Snapshots 27 Clubs Within the Club

On the cover: Chris Steuterman enjoys a carriage ride with his daughter Kaki at the Father/Daughter Banquet in 2016.

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The Cherry Diamond Vol. 111/No. 5 (USPS: 102-560) is published monthly by the Missouri Athletic Club, 405 Washington Ave., St. Louis, MO 63102, (314) 231-7220.

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The approximate number of attendees at the Easter Brunch at the Downtown Clubhouse.

The percentage of body weight lost by Weight Loss Challenge winner Kerry McEvoy. Read her story on page 24.

total players entered across all divisions in the Club Squash Championships on April 8.

chocolate Easter bunnies were made for the Easter Brunch by the Downtown Clubhouse pastry team.

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UPCOMING EVENTS

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Board of Governors Election Voting Schedule Wednesday, May 3 6-9 a.m. and 11 a.m.-2 p.m. – Silent voting at West Clubhouse 10 a.m.-2 p.m. – Silent voting at Downtown Clubhouse

Thursday, May 4 7 a.m.-6:30 p.m. – Polls open at Downtown Clubhouse 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. and 3-6 p.m. – Gauntlet open 7:30 p.m. – Results announced in Missouri Room; member party in Missouri/Eads Room immediately following *Times for Election Day activities are subject to modification.

Downtown Athletics Summer Hours From May 22-Sept. 4, the athletic department will be open Monday-Friday from 4 a.m.-9 p.m., Saturday from 6 a.m.-6 p.m. and closed on Sunday.

The department will be closed on Monday, May 29 for Memorial Day.

West Clubhouse Pool Hours Regular Pool Hours: 10 a.m.-9 p.m.

Pool will be closed mornings of swim team practice and for swim team events. Days and times TBD. Watch for updates on the MAC website.

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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Silver Oak Wine Dinner (WE) Wednesday, May 3 Join a representative from famed wine producer Silver Oak/Twomey Cellars for an elegant five-course dinner. Don’t miss this chance of a lifetime!

7 p.m. $125 per person

Club Election (DT) Thursday, May 4 Attend the election for the 2017 MAC Board of Governors. See schedule in red box.

Pro Shop Mother’s Day Sale (DT & WE) May 5-13 Take an additional 20% off already reduced prices on items at both Pro Shops.

Excludes Stan Musial memorabilia at the West Clubhouse.

Kentucky Derby Party Saturday, May 6 MAC members are invited to a Kentucky Derby party at Glen Echo Country Club!

This family-friendly event includes live music, kids’ activities, southern fare and plenty of mint juleps.

3 p.m. $32 plus tax and gratuity Call 314-383-1500 or email ajones@gecc.org to register.

Annual Business Meeting (DT) Thursday, May 11 During this meeting in the Crystal Room, discuss current issues pertaining to the MAC and its Board of Governors.

5:30 p.m.

Interclub Clay Target Championship Friday, May 12 Shoot 100 targets with various other clubs at Strathalbyn Farms.

1 p.m. $75 per person

MAC Tequila Launch (DT)

Mother’s Day Brunch (DT) Sunday, May 14 Treat mom or grandma to a delicious brunch and photos on her special day!

10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Adults – $32.95 plus gratuity Children (Ages 5-12) – $16.95 plus gratuity Children (Ages 4 and under) – Gratis

Mother’s Day Brunch (WE) Sunday, May 14 Enjoy a delicious brunch by Chef Grant and treat mom or grandma on their special day!

10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Adults – $32.95 plus gratuity Children (Ages 5-12) – $16.95 plus gratuity Children (Ages 4 and under) – Gratis

Father/Daughter Banquet (DT) Wednesday, May 17 Enjoy a magical evening with your daughter(s) and/or granddaughter(s) at this memorable and historic MAC event.

5:30-7 p.m. – Reception, pictures, carriage rides 7-8 p.m. – Dinner 8-10 p.m. – Dancing Ages 12 and over – $32.95 plus gratuity Ages 11 and under – $25.95 plus gratuity

Guinness Beer and Food Pairing (DT) Thursday, May 25 Join Guinness Brewery Ambassador David Schroeder and enjoy Guinness Blonde, Irish Wheat, Guinness Extra Stout and Atwerpen with an extravaganza of food stations by Executive Chef Bart Philipps.

6 p.m. $45 per person, MAC members and their guests $55 per person for non-MAC members and public

Birds and Bogies VI Thursday, May 25 Shoot 50 birds at Strathalbyn Farms followed by lunch and nine holes of golf at Glen Echo Country Club. Enjoy cocktails at the end of the day!

9:30 a.m. – Shoot 50 birds 11:30 p.m. – Lunch on your own 12:30 p.m. – Golf shotgun start 4 p.m. – Cocktails $75 per person

Friday, May 12

Pool Season Kickoff (WE)

MAC-logoed bottles of Herradura Double Barrel Reposado tequila will be available for purchase and sampling during the evening!

6-8 p.m.

Complimentary event

Celebrate the summer season with a party at the pool! Drinks and appetizers are available for purchase.

10 a.m.-9 p.m. – Pool open

Saturday, May 27

June

Tour of California Wine Dinner (DT) Friday, June 2 Tour California wineries during this four-course dinner with wines presented

by Glazer’s.

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

High Tea and Fashion Show (WE) Wednesday, June 14 Gather for an elegant tea and lunch followed by a fashion show by the Repertory Theatre featuring period clothing.

11:30 a.m. – Reception 12 p.m. – Lunch $36 per person

Father’s Day Brunch (WE) Sunday, June 18 Treat dad or grandpa to a delicious brunch

by Chef Grant and celebrate the MAC way!

10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Adults – $31.95 plus gratuity Children (Ages 5-12) – $14.95 plus gratuity Children (4 and under) – Gratis Call 314-539-4490 for reservations.

Happy Hour (WE) Thursday, June 15 Mix and mingle with members and prospective members while enjoying appetizers and drink specials.

5:30-7 p.m.

Larry Jackson Memorial Boat Regatta and Dive-In Movie (WE) Friday, June 16 Bring the family for a fun evening with a movie by the pool! An exciting boat race will also take place. Race rules are available on the event registration page online.

5 p.m. – Buffet 6 p.m. – Boat race ($10 entry fee) Movie shown at dusk.

High School All-Star Soccer Games Friday, June 23 St. Louis has a soccer tradition unlike any other. Gateway City soccer fans can catch a glimpse of the next generation of soccer stars! The MAC will host the 2017 High School Senior Soccer Games, featuring the top male and female soccer players in the St. Louis area; players are chosen by the Eastern Missouri High School Coaches Association.

6 p.m. – Girls game 8 p.m. – Boys game Soccer Park in Fenton Adults – $5 Students – $3 Parking fee TBD

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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It’s mind boggling to me that this is my last column (please restrain your excitement).

What an amazing, fast paced, educational, inspiring year it has been. Since this is my farewell entry, it would seem an appropriate time to make a scandalous admission on my part: I really wasn’t properly qualified to be President of the prestigious Missouri Athletic Club. After all, I went to a public high school – in St. Charles no less. Gasp! I’m a real estate broker, not a bank chairman or a high ranking corporate executive. I didn’t grow up at the MAC. I’m not a legacy member. In fact, I was the first member of my family to join the Club in 2001. My brother Ryan, some of you Mizzou fans may remember him, is now also a member – so typical of him to follow in my footsteps. On top of all that, I have no background or experience whatsoever in private club management. After six years on the Board, I still don’t fully understand how General Manager Wally Smith masterfully handles the 24-hour non-stop world that is the MAC. Getting everyone to work in lock step together toward the goal of being the premier athletic, dining, and social destination in town is daunting to say the least.

At this point, you’re probably asking, “how in the world was this guy ever elected President?” My answer to that question is simple: team and service. The MAC in all its complexity, busyness and history is really the story of an incredible TEAM. I understand team. I love team. I’ve been part of a team through sports my whole life. I realize the value in everyone striving together for one unified goal. That selfless mentality really comes from a service point of view. Serve others. Serve the employees. Serve a goal greater than yourself. I’ve discovered the true secret sauce of the MAC: if you truly serve the Club, in any form, it will pay you back tenfold. I’m proof of that.

As President, it has been a joy to watch our team work. Starting with my senior class, Rebekah Kingston, General Tracy Beckette, Finance Chair Duffy Dunn, and all around “get it done” guy Tripp Zumwalt. This highly skilled group of people have poured a ton of time and energy into the MAC. Our class along with the rest of our talented Board has played its part in guiding the Club to a successful year. At time of print, I’m thrilled to say we are +35 in membership headcount and on track or ahead of pace to surpass all of our budgeted revenue goals through nine months of our fiscal year. By any measure, it’s been a great year! It will only continue

to get better under President Elect Mike Schoedel’s leadership. Mike is a genuine, thorough, proven leader, and I’m excited to see where he takes the Club over the next year. Good luck, Mike!

Rounding out our team are our wonderful employees. I don’t have room in this column to describe how I feel about our employees. I hope that my respect and admiration for them has been evident over the past year. Wally Smith and our senior staff are an immensely capable and dedicated group. Their comprehensive knowledge of the Club and their vision on where its headed has been a case study in professionalism. I’ve spent more time with Wally and staff over the past year than I have with my wife, joking but just barely, and I can tell you firsthand we have a GREAT management team!

Speaking of my wife, Tressa, I have to acknowledge her huge contributions to the Club. Tressa and I were engaged when I was first elected to the MAC Board.

Six years later, we have three beautiful kids and a family of our own. I can’t thank her enough for allowing me to fulfill my Presidential obligations. There were countless nights when I attended a CWC event or membership happy hour while she was at home with three kids, all under age five. She has been the perfect First Lady. Her support and insights into the membership have been invaluable. Thank you, baby!

My great friend Scott Highmark who convinced me to join the MAC, that’s right blame him, recently shared this quote with me. He was referencing it in a different context, but I thought it perfectly described my “work” here as President: “The master in the art of living makes little distinction between his work and his play, his labor and his leisure, his mind and his body, his education and his recreation, his love and his religion. He hardly knows which is which. He simply pursues his vision of excellence at whatever he does, leaving others to decide whether he is working or playing. To him he is always doing both.”

Thank you for the opportunity to represent you as President over the last year.

It has been equal parts work and play, and it has ALL been my honor.

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 F Keith Phoenix F David Smith

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GENERAL MANAGER’S COLUMN

This afternoon, I attended a meeting with our Strategic Planning Committee, and I’m so fired up about the discussion that I needed to sit down and write my column to share it with you while the conversation is still fresh.

Throughout the past few months, I’ve shared that the goal of our Strategic Planning Committee, excellently chaired by Governor Tracy Beckette, is to update, design and implement a strategic “planning process” and to create an overall framework and ongoing system to ensure that the plan becomes a living document and does not go on the metaphorical or literal shelf to be forgotten. This strategic plan is important for several reasons. It will: 1. Annually define where the MAC is and where it is going.

2. Formally outline criteria for success and the outcomes that will be achieved by this process.

3. Identify “critical success factors” or specific areas of focus that need to be addressed and readdressed each year, such as financial stability, membership growth, facilities, programs and services, management and staff, governance, marketing and communication strategies, and viable foundations.

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to establish a timeframe for various activities.

5. Be anchored by our ten-year financial roadmap that is updated annually.

6. Provide a “map” for developing strategic, operational and capital plans and set out the uses of all resources – human, financial, and facilities.

The Board of Governors, working with the Governance Committee, will also suggest language to be added to the bylaws that will institutionalize this planning process, making it a part of the Board’s and Management’s annual responsibilities. This ongoing system will provide continuity, forethought and direction to the MAC’s annually changing governance body. This process will be indoctrinated, ingrained into our culture, and become part of the Club’s DNA. Gone are the days of great minds developing excellent strategic plans that fall by the wayside.

At this time, a tremendous amount of work has been done by our Finance Committee and task groups along with Larry Absheer and Pam Roth in our accounting department to develop an agreed upon financial footprint and comprehensive financial roadmap ahead. This will align with the agenda setting that will take place as our new Board is elected to office in May. With this financial roadmap as the anchor for our planning process, which is tied to our annual budget process and fiscal year, our timeline initiatives begin to flow into reality.

As part of our next steps, the committee will meet later this month to flesh out some of the critical success factors mentioned previously and ensure that they align with the vision for the Club, which is an outcome of the survey we just completed. Each factor is dependent upon the others.

For example, financial stability is dependent on membership growth;

membership growth is dependent on superior facilities, quality management and staff, and effective marketing.

The results of the membership survey will be used to develop overarching objectives for each area. Expect a summary of the membership survey results in the June issue of the Cherry Diamond followed by an outline of our strategic plan incorporating those results in the July roster. Use the roster for accountability as we move forward.

Speaking of moving forward, beginning in May, I look forward to working more closely with Talmage Newton, Tim Powers, Paul Shuff Jr., Tim Slater, and our new President, Mike Schoedel, as they transition into their roles as Board officers along with the newly elected Board class of 2017.

I would be remiss to end this column without thanking Governors Tracy Beckette, Rebekah Bahn-Kingston, Tripp Zumwalt, Duffy Dunn, and President Troy Robertson for their years of Board service to the Missouri Athletic Club. Some history for our new members: President Robertson was first elected to the Board of Governors in 2011, and then re-elected in 2014 before becoming the 101st President.

He has served six consecutive years on the Board, and his passion and dedication to the Club are evident. He has spent the last few months vetting out the leaders within our membership to continue to carry his passion for many areas of the Club. I have no doubt that he and his fellow Board class will continue to be an influential part of our membership.

Thank you to all of our members who dedicate their time and talents to serving the Club. You are so appreciated.

Wally Smith, General Manager Missouri Athletic Club

FINANCIAL UPDATE

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Second Quarter Financial Report The Club’s fiscal year runs from September 1 through August 31. The second quarter of our 2016-2017 fiscal year ended on February 28, 2017.

During the first six months of our fiscal year, revenue from departmental operations totaled $5,921,775. This total was $92,398 more than plan and $463,457 greater than last year.

Membership dues reached $3,814,827.

This total was $1,333 less than plan and $108,492 greater than last year. Total resident members in February 2017 stood at 1,486 with total dues-paying members of 2,325; the corresponding totals for February 2016 were 1,438 and 2,301, respectively. There were 1,111 Platinum members in February 2017, which compares to 1,019 Platinum members in February 2016.

Unallocated costs have accumulated to $4,286,680 so far this year. This total is $115,511 more than plan and $135,518 more than last year.

Net operating cash flow (net income before depreciation) of $1,089,828 was generated during the first six months of our fiscal year.

This amount is $38,742 more than plan and $397,140 less than last year. Last year’s net operating cash flow total included $641,665 of assessment revenue (1903 Bar project) which we did not have this year.

Capital expenditures during the first half of our fiscal year totaled $48,633. Of the $48,633 spent so far this year, $39,325 has been spent Downtown and $9,308 was spent at MAC West.

The Club ended the quarter with $97,575 of cash on its balance sheet. The line of credit balance at the end of February 2017 was $375,540.

As of the end of February, the Club had long-term bank debt of $6,868,847 and MAC Redevelopment Corp., which owns our garage, had long-term bank debt of $658,732 for a total of $7,527,579. We are currently paying down our debt by approximately $71,800 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 Director of Accounting and Financial Reporting, at 314-539-4400 or proth@mac-stl.org.

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MAC ELECTIONS

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ME E T T HE 2 0 1 7 B OA R D OF G OV E RN OR C A N D IDAT ES E. Tracy Beckette

Mark R. Brandom

PERSONAL: 7273 Northmoor Drive, St Louis, MO 63105 DOB: July 10, 1947 Spouse: Cathy Children: Michael, Elizabeth, Peter, Ann Grandchildren: 5

PERSONAL: Address: 616 Garland Place, St. Louis, MO 63122 DOB: September 13, 1977 Spouse: Jessica Brandom

BUSINESS: Retired Commercial Banker:1971-2017

BUSINESS POSITION: Managing Director / Missouri Team Leader – Commercial Real Estate

EDUCATION: Christian Brothers College St Louis University, BA & MBA Army Command and General Staff College Army War College

COMPANY: The PrivateBank and Trust Company

MILITARY: US Army & National Guard: 1971-2005 Rank: Brigadier General (R) Civilian Aide to the Secretary of the Army, Missouri (East) 2013-Present

BUSINESS TYPE: Banking / Commercial Real Estate Financing

MAC: Joined: 1968 Board of Governors, First Vice President, 2014-Present Committees and Activities: Strategic Planning (Chair), Audit (Chair), Finance, Pension, Governance, and Veterans’ Day Committees, Wine Society, Mark Twain Society, Forever Young Club ACTIVITIES/ASSOCIATIONS: Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR)-Missouri Committee State Chair, 2006-2013 Mid-County YMCA-Executive Committee Mental Health America of Eastern Missouri-Treasurer Association of the United States Army Gateway Chapter-Treasurer Military Officers Association of America Gateway Community Veterans Engagement Board-Co-Chair Jefferson Barracks Heritage Foundation-Vice President American Legion Post # 4 QUALIFICATION: My re-election to the Board of Governors provides the leadership continuity required to achieve a strategic plan designed to enhance the MAC’s Platinum Club status and set the conditions for an ongoing and viable planning process. Our strategic plan is a “living document” providing a roadmap to develop strategic, operational, and capital plans to utilize Club resources. As Planning Committee Chair, I restructured the Planning Committee process along with the design and implementation of the member survey. Now, both Board and staff must analyze the survey results and examine future courses of action to promote member satisfaction, growth, retention, and member amenities while also ensuring sound financial management.

I am committed to continue harnessing my proven skills in Board experience, team building, financial management, organizational leadership, and strategic planning to build and implement the MAC Strategic Plan. Let’s move forward together. – Re-Elect E. Tracy Beckette – “MAC First”.

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ADDRESS: 1401 South Brentwood, St. Louis, MO 63144

EDUCATION: HIGH SCHOOL: Sikeston Senior High School COLLEGE: University of Missouri, Columbia Major: Finance and Banking / Real Estate Minor: Political Science GRADUATE SCHOOL: Washington University – final semester of MBA MAC JOINED: 2005 ACTIVITIES: MAC Associates 2005-2007 Finance Committee 2012-2017 Membership Committee 2016-2017 MAC Planning Task Force (membership) 2016-2017 Board of Governors Nominating Committee 2014 Numerous Governor Campaigns ACTIVITIES AND ASSOCIATIONS: Missouri Growth Association – Treasurer Missouri Council for a Better Economy / Better Together – Treasurer Children’s Education Coalition of Missouri – Board Member Recipient of St. Louis Business Journal “40 under 40” award in 2014 Pedal the Cause – Team Captain last 5 years.

I’m honored to be nominated again to potentially serve on the MAC Board of Governors and feel that my previous leadership roles, coupled with my finance background, can add value to the Club. I’ve always admired MAC members with longstanding traditions at the club and now that I am a St. Louisan, I would like to have these same traditions with my family and the club. My wife and I are excited to start a family and have the MAC be a part of our everyday family life.

I’ve always felt it’s important to give back and donate time to causes that are meaningful to both me and the future of the community I call home. I’ve held several board positions on nonprofit organizations (Better Together, Missouri Growth Association, Pedal the Cause), and I hope to use those leadership skills to improve on the longstanding traditions of the MAC.

ME E T T HE 2 0 1 7 B OA R D OF G OV E RN OR C A N D IDAT ES Kevin Cantwell

Tim Malyszko

Name: Kevin Cantwell Address: 5568 Hennsley Circle, Weldon Spring, MO DOB: April 23, 1957 Spouse: Mary Cantwell Children: Philip and Jessica Cantwell Brooke and Sean Howard

PERSONAL: Address: 437 Greeley Ave, Webster Groves, MO 63119 Birth date: 04/11/1978 Spouse and Children: Anne (Wife), Andrew (6), Caroline (4), Erin (1)

President, Big River Communications Type: Telecommunications and Information Movement and Management EDUCATION: Lindenwood University, MBA Management 1988 MIT and Cambridge University 1986 AT&T Management Insight Program Central Methodist University 1980 BSE in Education BS in Business Administration Christian Brothers College High School 1975 MAC: Joined: Activities:

1993 Nominating Committee Sports Foundation MAC Hall of Fame Mark Twain Society Basketball Player - NACAD Participant Bill Daake Award Winner

ASSOCIATIONS & QUALIFICATIONS: Commissioner – STL Regional Convention and Sports Complex Authority St. Louis Zoo Association St. Joseph’s Catholic Church Past Affiliations: Children’s Community Resource Board of St. Charles County Missouri State Games Board CBC High School Hall of Fame I have been a MAC member for 17+ years. I am running for Board of Governors because it is my time to step up and help keep the MAC as the premier athletic club in the area. I am active at both clubhouses and have served on committees and the Sports Foundation. I participate in the basketball leagues and enjoy being involved in club and foundation events as a participant and donor.

The MAC is a tremendous asset that I enjoy. My two most memorable items are hosting my daughter’s wedding reception in the Missouri Room and playing summer league basketball with my son. I have established life-time friendships with many MAC members and have recruited new members.

BUSINESS: Position: Director of Strategic Development Company: Malisko Engineering Address: 500 North Broadway, Saint Louis, MO 63102 Nature of Business: Professional Engineering Services specializing in Process Control Automation EDUCATION: High School: De Smet Jesuit High School University: Washington University in St. Louis – B.S. Chemical Engineering Graduate School: Washington University in St. Louis – MBA MAC, ACTIVITIES AND STATEMENT: Joined: 2007 Activities: • Golf Club • Mark Twain Society • Regular in the fitness classes and a daily facility user • New Apollo Member I consider the Missouri Athletic Club my home away from home.

The staff and fellow members are in many ways an extension of my family. I am very fortunate working across the street from the downtown clubhouse, giving me the ability to spend nearly every day at the club in some capacity. So many of my fondest memories occurred at the MAC including our wedding reception in the Missouri Ballroom, the annual breakfast with Santa, watching our children jump off the diving board for the first time out West, time spent on the golf course with fellow golf club members and evenings enjoying the camaraderie at various clubs within a club events.

Being a key decision maker and driving the strategic direction in our family business exposes me to all aspects of making an organization successful. My background positions me to humbly give back to the club and will help me serve on the Board of Governors. I want to assure long term success for the MAC so that my children may enjoy the club as I do and that my wife and I may one day host my daughters’ wedding receptions at the Missouri Athletic Club.

I am at a stage in my life where my experiences starting companies can be an asset to the club as we look for new ways to change and grow. The MAC of the 1970’s is not the MAC of 2017 and will not be the same in 2037. We need to make sure the club’s resources and experiences move forward to meet the needs of our members today and tomorrow. As Governor, I will work to keep the MAC a Platinum Club.

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ME E T T HE 2 0 1 7 B OA R D OF G OV E RN OR C A N D IDAT ES John M. Pennington

Philip “Flip” Schwarz

PERSONAL: 354 E. Bodley, St. Louis, MO 63122 DOB: 8.20.82 Wife: Genna Kids: Franklin (6) Rose (5) Stella (3)

PERSONAL: Address: 9804 Northbridge Road, STL, MO 63124 DOB: 6/7/1959 Spouse: Ann Children: Tyler, Alex (Julie), and 2 Grandchildren e-Mail: flipschwarz@sbcglobal.net

BUSINESS: Owner and Partner, Savoy Properties 1034 S. Brentwood, Ste. 1200 St. Louis, MO 63117 Savoy Properties is a Commercial Real Estate Investment Company, focusing on the development, ownership, and operation of real estate in St. Louis and surrounding areas EDUCATION: DeSmet Jesuit High School (2001) University of Colorado at Boulder, (2005) B.S., History B.S., Psychology MAC: Joined: 2010 Finance Committee (2015-Present) Membership Committee (2013-2015) Squash Player, Former Basketballer, periodic participant of weight room and fitness classes, and sometimes daily visitor of the steam room. My family and I are regular patrons to club within club, social, fundraiser, and family events.

CURRENT CIVIC INVOLVEMENTS: Board of trustees, Loyola Academy Institutional Advancement Board Member, DeSmet Jesuit High School Mentor, Contemplative Leaders in Action Parishioner, St Peter Catholic Church, Kirkwood I’m running to help and Serve the MAC. The size, facilities, and different facets within the MAC pose both challenges and opportunities. I believe both my personal and my family’s involvement within the club are a reflection of the MAC culture and history, and hence will guide me in how I help govern. My interests are to support the traditions and legacies of the clubs, while embracing the excitement to improve. My experience in finance, project and property management, and my civic involvements will help with the responsibilities of governor. I look forward to the challenge and responsibility of serving and appreciate your trust in doing so.

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Position: Sales Director Company: Hackett Security Nature of Business: Security Technologies Integrator EDUCATION: St. Louis University – BA

MISSOURI ATHLETIC CLUB: • Joined: December 1980-Platinum/Diamond (3rd Generation Member) MAC Activities: Past President and Board of Governors 2006 – 2009 Committees: • Membership • Finance/Pension • Art • House • Long-Range Planning • CWC • Athletics/Sports Foundation

CWC Involvement • Charitable Society for Children • Apollos • Toastmasters • Mark Twain Society • Business Development • Wine Society • Associates/UFO

Host of regular functions at West/Downtown facilities ACTIVITIES/ASSOCIATIONS: Metropolitan Fire Marshals Association Scoutmaster Boy Scout Troop 300 Clayton Chamber of Commerce American Airlines-Advisory Board (SABRE) Salem United Methodist Church QUALIFICATIONS FOR GOVERNOR: My past experience, as an MAC president and board member, uniquely qualifies me to ask for your vote. First of all, it is imperative we uphold and preserve the tradition of members voting for their leadership on the board of governors. This time honored process ensures quality leaders come from all areas of expertise in our membership. Next, is the need for a conservative hawk to provide insights for improvements of our financial operations to keep our club affordable to promote membership growth. Finally, provide long-term guidance geared at keeping both locations “up with the times” with regard to atmosphere, equipment and services.

Be assured, I will hit the ground running and be an immediate asset. I have a track record of driving innovation and progress, along with the experience to preserve the traditions of the club that will enable growth for another 100 years.

Thank you for the opportunity to run for Governor. It truly is an honor and privilege to serve my fellow members and be part of the continued success of the Missouri Athletic Club.

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NEW MEMBERS FROM MARCH! Brantingham, Travis of Principia was proposed by Jonathan Williams Fischer, David (Melissa) of Convene was proposed by Ben Brasseur Hagan, Robert (Brenda) of Neuropax Clinic was proposed by Ken Hannah Harrison, Kevin (Courtney) of Mid-Valley Radiants and Industrials was proposed by Lauren Jenkins Hensley, Patrick (Susan) of Hensley Construction was proposed by Mark Gaertner Horton, Robert of Clifton Larson Allen was proposed by Richard Brosemer

BEAU REINBERG AND RICK ISAAK ENJOY THE BENEFITS OF THEIR PLATINUM PARTNERSHIP.

The Power of Platinum Partnership Not a Platinum Partner yet? Take advantage of reduced dues by proposing a new member! Enjoy Diamond Club benefits and both partners will save up to $100 per month as long as both remain active members. Consider proposing a new member or a former member today! Call 314-539-4471 (DT) or 314-539-4408 (WE).

Lutkewitte, James (Deidre) of Assured Partners was proposed by Lindsay Niemeier O’Shea, Bridget of Lemay Law was proposed by Mark Tampow Reedy, Jr., Michael (Sarah) of Charles Crane Agency was proposed by Michael Reedy, Sr. Ryan, James of BiState Legal, LLC was proposed by Tim Flannigan VonAllmen, David (Ann) of VonAllmen Capitol Partners was proposed by Charles Gallagher Zdrodowski, Daniel (Marie) of Gartner Law Firm was proposed by Eric Banks

Leading Proposers At the end of the first quarter of 2017, Travis Bullock, Carl Freund, and Governor Tim Powers continue to lead the membership with most proposed new members so far! They have each proposed three new members, which is great, but certainly not impossible to beat! Join the leaderboard by proposing new members! Who will take the lead with four?

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T WO TI M E S TRU E On Friday, May 5, gather in the Jack Buck Grille for dinner and drinks between 7:30-10 p.m. and hear Two Times True serenade guests with their jazzy tunes. Two Times True is comprised of pianist Carolbeth True, her son David on the drums, Glen Smith on bass and Larry Johnson on saxophone.

Celebrate in Cap and Gown or Ball Gown!

As the school year wraps up, many will celebrate by attending prom or hosting a graduation party. The fine dining establishments at the MAC are the perfect backdrop for a memorable pre-prom dinner or a graduation celebration for family and friends! Both clubhouses can accommodate large or small groups.

For smaller groups, make a dining reservation online from the member homepage > Dining > Dining Reservations.

For larger groups, call 314-539-4470 (DT) or 314-539-4490 (WE) to book an event space.

NEED TRANSPORTATION TO PROM? Save money on a limo and book one of the MAC shuttles. The Mini-MAC seats 14 and is perfect for smaller groups while the Big MAC accommodates larger groups of up to 33. For shuttle reservations and details, contact Fred Nelson at 314-539-7220 ext. 7388 or fnelson@mac-stl.org.

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WEDNESDAYS PASTA NIGHT BUFFET Bring the family for a pasta buffet every Wednesday night in the Stan Musial Grille.

Adults – $16.95 F Children – $9.95

THURSDAYS THEMED THURSDAYS: FAMILY NIGHT BUFFETS MAY 4 – CINCO THE DAY BEFORO Fajitas, shrimp enchiladas, taco bar, white cheese dip, tres leches, flan, churros, $5 margaritas and $2 Juarez tequila shots.

SATURDAYS PRIME RIB NIGHT

MAY 11 – SOUTHERN CAJUN BUFFET Cajun fried chicken, pulled pork tamales, chicken and dumplings, shrimp etouffee, church beans, $4 Jack Daniels and $5 hurricanes.

Saturday night is prime rib night! Receive an 8oz. for $25 or a 12oz. for $30.

Includes a salad and dessert!

Cinco de Mayo FRIDAY, MAY 5

CINCO DE MAYO BUFFET Enjoy a Mexican buffet in the Stan Musial Grille for $25 per person.

Darrin’s $8 super premium margaritas and $2 Juarez tequila shots will be available.

MAY 18 – BRUNCH FOR DINNER Eggs benedict, blueberry pancakes, fried chicken and waffles, sausage and bacon, biscuits and gravy, west caramel rolls and $5 Bloody Marys.

MAY 25 – BARBEQUE BUFFET Pulled pork barbecue, Roger’s Cajun chicken wings, Greg’s beef brisket, Darry’s homemade barbecue sauce, potato salad, coleslaw and $2 Busch beers.

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During Easter weekend, families enjoyed fun and festive celebrations at both clubhouses. On Saturday, April 15, the annual Easter egg hunt was held at the West Clubhouse. Members’ children hunted for more than 4,000 eggs, enjoyed a delicious breakfast buffet and photos with the Easter bunny. On Sunday, April 16, both clubhouses hosted a brunch, but the Downtown Clubhouse welcomed families with a petting zoo and photo opportunities with the Easter bunny.

Photo credit: Kalie Long

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THE ROSE FAMILY ENJOYS EASTER BRUNCH AT THE WEST CLUBHOUSE.

CHARLIE STEUTERMAN HUNTS FOR EASTER EGGS WITH HIS FATHER CHRIS.

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ALL IN THE FAMILY:

Making Memories at the Club

Since its inception, the Missouri Athletic Club has been a destination for special family celebrations. From the Father/Daughter Banquet to Mother’s Day Brunch and numerous holiday events throughout the year, there’s no better backdrop for creating lasting memories.

The Missouri Athletic Club has a reputation for its athletics, dining, and social amenities, but the Club is also known for its intangible qualities like camaraderie, spirit and fellowship. These priceless attributes are some of the primary reasons why prospects join the Club and why members retain their membership for a lifetime. These key ingredients explain why multi-generational members are so common.

“We had four generations at Easter Brunch: my father, myself, my daughters and sons and the grandchildren; it was a good day,” says Terry Hammer.

Easter Brunch is one of the most popular family events at the Club, and Mark Ohlendorf shares how it has played a role in his family’s traditions. “My wife and I have been taking our children and grandchildren (12 in all) to the Easter Brunch at the MAC for many years,” he says. “From the very beginning, we told the grandchildren they need to use their MAC manners while at the brunch. As a reward, I take them all up to the gym after brunch to run off their energy. Whenever we take the children to a “special” place, we tell them that this requires MAC etiquette.”

For some, a connection with the Club develops through participating in youth sports. “My greatest memories from the MAC were the times my mom came down to

see me compete in the swimming events hosted by the Saturday boys program,” says Beau Reinberg.

“My mother had a tremendous amount of appreciation for what the Club meant to my father and her BEAU REINBERG AND HIS MOM, LINDA. three sons. Years later, it was an honor to bring her to the Mother/Son Banquet with my son Albert…we had a great time.”

Chris Steuterman, a third-generation member, also has fond childhood memories at the Club, and now, he creates new memories with his children Kaki and Charlie. “It’s fun for my daughter Kaki to talk to her grandfather and me about when we used to run around the Club as kids. And now Kaki is running around so it really is like passing down a legacy of sorts. I have great memories of the Saturday morning boys classes, and it gave my dad the opportunity to take all the boys down to the MAC.”

TOP PHOTO: BRIAN HOGAN SHARES A DANCE WITH HIS DAUGHTER COURTNEY AT HER MAC WEDDING IN 2014.

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(FROM LEFT) WATCHING THE STAGE SHOW WITH OBVIOUS ENJOYMENT ARE DEECY STEPHENS, DAUGHTER OF JOHN STEPHENS, SALLY HATTON AND HER FATHER, FRANK HATTON, AND MARY HARRISON AND HER FATHER, WILLIAM HARRISON; JOHN NIMOCK AND HIS SIX-YEAR-OLD DAUGHTER, LAURIE, HAD FUN DURING THE EVENT; PAST PRESIDENT DONALD GUNN, AT LEFT, WAS JUST ONE OF MORE THAN 200 MAC FATHERS WHO BROUGHT THEIR DAUGHTERS OF ALL AGES FOR AN EVENING OF DINING, ENTERTAINMENT AND DANCING; WILLIAM AND BILKEY SHANNON ENJOYED A CARRIAGE RIDE THROUGH THE CITY.

A PRINCESS FOR A NIGHT Like Cinderella, most daughters dream of dressing like a princess and attending a grand ball at some point in her life. Fortunately, for daughters of MAC members, those dreams turn into a reality for one night in May at the annual Father/Daughter Banquet. This special event has taken place every year since 1946 and still goes strong. Daughters enjoy a magical evening with their prince charming—a.k.a. dad. Above are some highlights from past dances.

A MODERN-DAY FAIRYTALE Long-time member Greg Hantak has been attending this event with his daughters for 18 years. “For myself, my father and my daughters this event has produced a lifetime of memories and photos. This will be something I will be doing with my daughters and their daughters,” he says.

Tom Ackerman shares his thoughts on this special event and what it means to him and his daughters. “The Father/Daughter Dance is a very special event for my girls, who look forward to it every year,” he says. “They are treated like princesses from the moment they walk in the door with gifts, photos, a carriage ride, dinner and dancing. I always remember to take a step back and soak in the moment ... we all know they grow up so fast. There’s also the camaraderie among the dads with daughters, an unofficial “club within the club.” This date is always circled on my calendar.”

Chris Steuterman has escorted his daughter Kaki to this event since her birth four years ago, and he treasures many special memories. “I’ve been taking Kaki since she was nine months old,” Chris says. “Kaki’s excitement for this event has grown tremendously in recent years, and now she gets excited and asks me when it will happen. The MAC provides an incredible backdrop that makes for a very memorable experience. I’m grateful to the MAC on many different levels. The staff, as always, treats her like an absolute princess, and I get the opportunity to spend an evening with my daughter filled with fun and laughter.”

Brian Hogan, a 34-year member, has attended 16 Father/Daughter Banquets since his daughter Courtney was two years old. “The Father/Daughter Dance was an event we both looked forward to each spring and allowed us to make lifelong memories together,” he says.

Many years later, in 2014, Hogan continued creating memories with his daughter when she held her wedding at the Downtown Clubhouse. “Each year at the Father/Daughter Dance we would always request the band to play “Can You Feel the Love Tonight” by Elton John from The Lion King,” Hogan says. “Being able to dance to the same song in the same ballroom for the Father/Daughter dance at Courtney’s wedding was very special.”

Hogan’s sister, Julie, also attended the Father/Daughter Banquets with their father, Past President Carl Hogan, in the late 1960’s and later held her own wedding at the Club in 1988.

It’s safe to say that the father-daughter bonds run deep within the Hogan family, and the MAC has been the common thread through it all.

(TOP RIGHT) BRIAN HOGAN WITH HIS DAUGHTER COURTNEY AT THEIR FIRST FATHER/DAUGHTER BANQUET IN 1992.

(BOTTOM RIGHT) COURTNEY RELIVES HER CHILDHOOD MEMORIES AS SHE DANCES WITH HER FATHER AT HER WEDDING THREE YEARS AGO.

UPCOMING FAMILY EVENTS Don’t miss these opportunities to make fond family memories at the Club.

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A Method to the Madness Have you ever wondered what goes into hosting a meeting or a member-sponsored event at the Missouri Athletic Club? Behind the scenes, the expert catering staff at each clubhouse follow a unique process to ensure that each event goes off without a hitch.

The process varies a bit depending on the type of event and location, but in general, the catering staff follows this timeline to ensure these items are in place and take the event planning burden off the host.

Save the Date.

Members are encouraged to solidify a date with the catering department well in advance because dates and times book up quickly.

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2 Create a Catering Event Order.

Once the parameters above are established, a catering event order outlining the information is prepared and sent to the host for review. Once the event details are confirmed, the CEO is communicated with staff in related departments so all hands are on deck.

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Special Orders.

In most cases, the host selects a menu from a variety of tried and true delicious options, and specific dietary needs are accommodated whenever possible.

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6 Seating Arrangements and Room Setup.

At this point, the details are finalized, and the MAC’s catering staff sets up the space according to the member’s preference, including any established seating chart.

Early on, all the details may not be finalized, but it’s good to establish a timeline for the event, number of people attending, room preferences, the style of meal (light or heavy hors d’oeuvres, plated or buffet, etc.) and beverage preferences. These decisions can be made more than a year in advance or within 24 hours for wakes and other unforeseen events.

Coordinate a Menu with the Chef.

4 Ambiance is an important element of any event. Sometimes a little “extra” is needed to set the mood.

Depending on how extra special the need, an order may be placed months in advance for an ice sculpture, linens, chairs or décor.

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A few days prior to the event, the food is delivered to the clubhouse to begin preparation for the big meal. Seafood arrives the day of the event.

The Main Event.

Guests arrive, and the MAC’s staff dazzles them with Platinum-level service and accommodations; leaving guests raving and the host often rescheduling for the following year.

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A Celebration of Female Leaders in the Community

(FROM LEFT) LISA STONE ADDRESSES THE ATTENDEES; KRISTEN CORNETT ENGAGES THE CROWD BEFORE WELCOMING LISA STONE TO THE STAGE; (FROM TOP RIGHT) THE MISSOURI BALLROOM BUSTLES WITH ACTIVITY; KRISTEN CORNETT (FAR LEFT) AND DR. ANNA DESAIX (FAR RIGHT) STAND WITH THE HONOREES (L TO R): SHANNON WOODCOCK, BONNIE LAIDERMAN, DENA LADD, NANCY HAWES, AND ROSEMARIE BROWN.

On April 7, an air of excitement filled the Missouri Ballroom as members and guests gathered for the annual Women of Distinction Luncheon. Saint Louis University’s head women’s basketball coach, Lisa Stone, was the keynote speaker and KMOV’s Kristen Cornett emceed the program.

In her presentation, Stone emphasized that she faces the same challenges as the other women in the room, but what sets a leader apart is how she approaches those challenges.

Cornett then shared the accomplishments of the five local honorees who are clearly leaders in the St. Louis community.

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Carey Prewitt

Mike Reedy

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SUMMER YOUTH PROGRAMS SUMMER CAMP MAC Summer camp registration is now open!

Give kids the opportunity to work with camp counselors and pros during their summer break! Camp runs for 12 weeks, May 30-Aug. 18 for grades K-6 (no camp on July 4). You pick the weeks. Full and half-day options are available for members and guests.

PRESCHOOL SUMMER CAMP Runs for six weeks for ages 3-5 (must be fully potty trained).

F May 30, June 12, June 26, July 10, July 24 and Aug. 7 F 9 a.m.-noon F Members only: $149 per child per week (optional $7 lunch).

Register online from the Youth Programs Calendar.

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SPECIALTY CAMPS

FIELD TRIP CAMPS

For full list of specialty camps and to register, visit the Youth Programs Calendar.

F Basketball F Soccer F Yoga F Lacrosse F Flag Football F Youth Run Camp F Golf F Martial Arts

ADVENTURE CAMP Runs June 26-30 for members only, ages 6-12. Trip includes St. Louis Arch, Shaw Nature Reserve, Alton Lock and Dam, Pierre Marquette, Grant’s Farm and more!

SPORTS CAMP Runs July 17-21 for members only, ages 6-12. Trip includes roller-skating, putt-putt golf, Sky Zone, rock climbing, Busch Stadium tour and more!

ROUNDBALL RECAP REGISTRATION OPEN FOR SUMMER BASKETBALL LEAGUES League play will begin the week of June 5 and last through Aug. 14. The Downtown Clubhouse open league plays on Tuesday evenings (and Wednesday evenings if needed). The West Clubhouse recreational league plays on Thursday evenings. Members may play in both leagues. Contact Scott Mattingly for more information or to get involved. Online registration closes on May 22. $65 per person per league.

Invest in a Bright Future!

WINTER BASKETBALL LEAGUES END WITH A BANG The winner of the Open Basketball League was the Bucks captained by Luke Hornof. They beat the Pistons who were captained by Larry Drury 65-63 in the championship game to finish with a record of 9-1.

Richard Joyce (Globetrotters) led the league with an average of 29.4 points per game (PPG). Ross Knutson (Timberwolves) finished second with 27.1 PPG, and Luke Hornof (Bucks) finished third with 23.9 PPG.

(L-R) DANIEL CLINARD, DUSTIN WARREN, CAPT. LUKE HORNOF, ERIC PARADOSKI, BRIAN RODGERS, AARON PERLUT, AND BRANDON DONAT.

The winner of the Over 40 Basketball League was the team captained by Carl Winters. They beat the team captained by Chris Hermann 63-28 in the championship game to finish with a record of 9-1.

Tim Van Rhein (Team Conrad) led the league with an average of 28.5 points per game (PPG). Al Meitl (Team Hermann) finished second with 23.3 PPG, and John Schwepker (Team Niedringhaus) finished third with 19.0 PPG.

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GOLF LESSONS MAC golf pro Maria Palozola offers a wide variety of programs for juniors and adults. Enroll in spring and summer programs now!

Visit www.stlouisgolflessons.com/missouri-athletic-club-members-only.

Use password MACGOLFSTAR to access the members-only page.

Below are just a few of the upcoming golf programs:

MEN’S & WOMEN’S BASICS This class reviews all the basics of the full swing and all short game shots for all skill levels.

F Women: Tuesdays, May 2-June 6 from 6-6:45 p.m.

F Men: Wednesdays, May 3 – June 7 from 6-6:45 p.m.

F Big Bend Golf Center F $90 members | $120 guests Students are responsible for purchasing their own golf balls from the facility.

THREE-HOUR MINI GOLF SCHOOL This co-ed adult class is a great way to amp up your game in a cost efficient and time efficient way. These small group classes offer tailored instruction on both full swing and short game.

F Sundays, May 5 and 28, June 11 and 25 from 9 a.m.-noon F Big Bend Golf Center F $155 members | $165 guests Golf range balls are included in the price of this program.

SUMMER JUNIOR CAMPS Camps cover all aspects of golf: full swing, short game shots, rules/etiquette and when available, on-course instruction. These camps are for all skill levels.

F Monday-Friday, June 5-9, June 19-23, July 10-14, July 24-28 F 9-11 a.m.

F Big Bend Golf Center F $195 members | $215 guests Students are responsible for purchasing their own golf balls from the facility.

FOUNDATIONS’ GOLF CLASSIC Save the date for the annual Foundations’ Golf Classic. Registration is available to past participants and past sponsors until May 31.

After that date, registration is open to all.

Monday, Aug. 28 F Glen Echo Country Club 10:30 a.m. – Registration F 11 a.m. – Lunch 12 p.m. – Golf F 6 p.m. – Dinner and auction Register online or by calling 314-539-4402.

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MAC Wins First Place in McQueenie Cup Squash Doubles Challenge On March 31, MAC squash pro Alex Ingham traveled with a team of squash players to the University Club of Chicago to compete against five other Midwest athletic clubs in the McQueenie Cup Challenge. This was the MAC’s first McQueenie Cup event, joining the University Club of Chicago, Union League Club of Chicago, Toledo Club, Detroit Athletic Club and the Athletic Club of Columbus.

Ingham recruited two separate teams to play in the singles McQueenie Cup and the doubles Aubrey Cup. The singles team consisted of Nick Bahn, Randy Nistler, Yari Lindo, John Pennington, Brett Pantazi, Matt Wendel, Bill Swoboda and Micah Mills. The doubles team included Mark Gaertner, Craig Parker, Joe Dolan, Keith Vidal and John Pennington.

The MAC took the victory in the doubles Aubrey Cup and fifth in the singles McQueenie Cup. (TOP PHOTO) CRAIG PARKER, KEITH VIDAL, MARK GAERTNER, JOHN SIEDEL, ALEX INGHAM, JOHN PENNINGTON AND JOE DOLAN. (BOTTOM PHOTO, BACK ROW) CRAIG PARKER, JOE DOLAN, BILL SWOBODA, YARI LINDO, BRETT PANTAZI, AND MICAH MILLS. (BOTTOM PHOTO, FRONT ROW) ALEX INGHAM, RANDY NISTLER, JOHN PENNINGTON AND MARK GAERTNER.

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WEIGHT LOSS CHALLENGE WINNER:

Kerry McEvoy

Fifteen members competed in the annual Weight Loss Challenge, which ran from Jan. 9 to March 27.

Kerry McEvoy won the challenge by losing 15.7% of her body weight. Ray Steitz took second place with a 7.7% loss, and Tim Malyszko took third with a 7.4% loss.

“Back in January, I saw an article for the Weight Loss Challenge in the Cherry Diamond and knew that was what I needed. I had great intentions to get into the gym, and every day something would come up that was more important. This went on for a year and a half!

I thought the challenge may be the answer. I started taking three of Courtney’s classes each week: Turbo Shred on Tuesday and Friday and Bosu on Thursday. I also added in the elliptical every day that I had class and made changes in my diet. By staying focused on diet and exercise, I reached my goal. And yes, there were days I cheated, but I did not lose sight of my goal. I just picked up the next day and pushed on. I am very glad I participated in the Weight Loss Challenge; not only did I reach my personal goal, but exercise has become a part of my life. Now, for phase two: muscles!”

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A SPINNING CLASS HIGHLIGHTS THE LATEST EQUIPMENT.

MAC Personal Trainer Attends IHRSA Conference West Fitness Manager, Paul Helfrich, recently returned from the 2017 IHRSA (International Health, Racquet and Sportsclub Association) conference in Los Angeles. While he was there, he looked at the new TRX technology, functional training equipment, yoga and pilates classes, and much more since fitness trends change every year. He reported that Crossfit has been and will continue to be popular, but there are many new trends for safer and more effective ways to teach a Crossfit type class.

Expos showing weight machine circuits such as Nautilus, Cybex or Lifetime are a thing of the past. Every company is adapting towards the following trends: functional training (Crossfit type workouts), spinning with leader board technology and a rocking ambiance, yoga/pilates/barre type classes, and equipment that trains for speed, power, and explosiveness.

DIET IS KEY:

The MAC Boasts Dietitians at Both Clubhouses DAVID VANDEVEN David Vandeven specializes in sports nutrition and weight loss education, and he is skilled in nutrition education for cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and hypertension along with other disease states. He earned an undergraduate degree from Fontbonne University in general dietetics. He completed his dietetic internship at Saint Louis University and became a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist in 1995. David earned a master’s degree in nutrition and physical performance from Saint Louis University in 2006.

KATIE LAMBERT Katie Lambert, the MAC’s newest dietitian, earned her bachelor’s degree in nutrition from College of St. Benedict in Minnesota and her master’s degree from Saint Louis University. She has a strong background in weight management, sports nutrition, medical nutrition therapy and general nutrition. She is very excited to be a part of the MAC wellness program so join us in welcoming her!

Contact one of these health pros to begin a program at 314-539-7483 (David) or 314-539-4495 (Katie).

Fitness Tip

Planks are one of the best exercises to strengthen the core and midsection. However, planks are not designed to be marathons.

Holding planks for longer than 90 seconds can cause muscle fatigue, which can start to wreak havoc on the lower back and various muscle groups. Instead, try holding a plank for 60 to 90 seconds while doing different things within that time such as opposite arm and leg raises, elbow to hand stretches, alternate side planks, or even one-leg planks.

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Save the date for Mercy Hospital’s blood drive on Thursday, June 22 from 2-6 p.m. in the Card and Club Room at the West Clubhouse!

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CLUBS WITHIN THE CLUB

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Scavenger Hunt Highlights Art and CSC

On March 24, members gathered in the Art Lounge for the Art and Charity Scavenger Hunt, an event that was resurrected due to its past popularity. The Charitable Society for Children’s chair Nat Walsh and co-chair Jarid King spoke about the society, and its three 2017 charities were also present to talk about their organizations. Tom Albus discussed the Foundation for the Arts, its impact on the Club, and its art collection.

Then, members explored various floors of the Downtown Clubhouse and searched for art pieces.

TOP ROW: THOMAS, SUZANNE AND PATRICK WEBER; PATRICK AND SARAH CONNERS. BOTTOM ROW: NAT WALSH AND JARID KING EDUCATE ATTENDEES ON THE CSC; TOM ALBUS SPEAKS ON THE CLUB’S ART COLLECTION AND FOUNDATION FOR THE ARTS. PHOTO CREDIT: KARI R. FREY, FREYTOGRAPHY.

Forever Young Club Practices Law Meet the team that took Charlie Brennan’s well-known red light camera case all the way to the Missouri Supreme Court – and won. St. Louis lawyers Bevis Schock and Hugh Eastwood have worked together as counsel for the plaintiff in major civil rights, government misconduct, whistleblower and free speech cases. Join the Forever Young Club at 11:30 a.m. at the West Clubhouse on May 19 to hear these professionals share their experiences.

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AROUND THE CLUB

Âť Guest Policy F Spouses and their dependent children under age 25 have Club privileges with the permission of the primary member and are not subject to a guest fee.

F Spouses and their dependent children must be listed in the Club’s records.

Contact the Membership Department at 314-5394438 to add dependents to your account.

F All other family members are considered guests.

F All non-members are considered guests.

Opening Day

POOL PARTY

Celebrate the opening of the West Clubhouse pool May 27-29 from 10 a.m.-9 p.m.!

The bar will open at 10 a.m. and the pool deck grill will be open from 12-6 p.m.!

Boat Race Debuts at Dive-In Movie

F Guests must be accompanied by the member and must be registered when entering any of the athletic facilities.

F Members are charged a $12 fee per guest per day for athletic facility use.

F Guests are limited to a maximum of 12 visits

per year for athletic

facility use.

F Members may bring guests for dining and social activities an unlimited number of times per year without a guest fee charge.

F Please be prepared to show a picture ID when requested.

Pool Hours Memorial Day Through Labor Day

Regular Pool Hours: 10 a.m.-9 p.m.

Pool will be closed mornings of swim team practice and for New this year, in honor of the late Larry Jackson, Programs Manager for 13 years at the MAC, a boat race will precede the Dive-In Movie at the West Clubhouse on June 16. Prior to the event, use cardboard and duct tape to create a life-size boat to race with another person across the West Clubhouse pool! Review the rules online from the event registration page to ensure your boat and crew are eligible for entry!

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swim team events. Days and times TBD. Watch for updates on the MAC website.

IS YOUR MAC ROSTER INFORMATION

Up-to-Date?

The annual MAC roster will be published in July. Ensure your contact information is correct by logging into the MAC website and reviewing your Member Profile found under My MAC. If your information is correct, no action needs to be taken. If your information needs to be changed, please edit your

Member Profile and save by Friday, May 19 to be included in the 2017-18 roster.

INTRODUCE FELLOW MEMBERS TO YOUR BUSINESS The July roster is also a great way to introduce fellow members to your business!

Win a Complimentary Manicure or Pedicure for Mom Show mom some extra love this Mother’s Day! While attending Mother’s Day Brunch at either clubhouse on Sunday, May 14, enter a raffle drawing to win a complimentary manicure or pedicure for mom! Simply take a photo of mom enjoying brunch at the MAC, and post it to the MAC’s Facebook or Instagram accounts (@macstlouis) with the hashtag #MAClovesmom. Each post will enter mom into the raffle drawing. A winner will be announced on Monday, May 15 in the MAC’s Buffet e-newsletter. The winner may redeem her prize at either clubhouse.

Artist of the Month

RON HAUSER

Ron Hauser started his artist career in 2011 after being disabled from an accident. His wife Mary suggested he start painting as therapy to pass the time after being retired from his 40 plus years involved in world class marketing and management for five different large international corporations.

“Making a difference” has been the topic of several televised new broadcast interviews featuring Ron. He has also been featured in magazines and at festivals and privately sponsored showings. His works hang on walls of museums and homes in several cities and countries such as Washington D.C., Australia, Japan, and Canada.

He plans to continue using his artistic talent to help fund children’s special needs programs and other philanthropic organizations.

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

Contact Emma Frey at 314-539-4459 or efrey@mac-stl.org to advertise in the roster.

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Celebrate Cardinals Season AT THE MAC! Attending a Cardinals home game?

Stay overnight at the Club! Also, encourage out-of-town family and friends to book an overnight guest room. The Downtown Clubhouse is equipped with more than 75 hotel rooms, and it is within walking distance of many St. Louis attractions.

The MAC provides shuttle service to and from Cardinals games, pre-game fare in the Sportsman’s Club, and pre- and post-game food and beverages in the Jack Buck Grille. Don’t forget to get decked out with Cardinals gear available in the Pro Shop!

Call 314-231-7220 to make a room reservation.

Call 314-231-7220 ext. 7388 for more information on shuttle service.

T H E TO L E DO C LU B

Traveling to Toledo, Ohio? Book an overnight room at The Toledo Club, a reciprocal club to the MAC! Nestled within walking distance of downtown Toledo, this private club founded in 1889 offers MAC members a setting for great business deals, fantastic dining and many other amenities in one of the most beautiful works of architecture in the city.

Call 419-243-2200 for more information or visit www.toledoclub.org.

Reciprocal letters may be emailed to frontdesk@toledoclub.org.

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MAC PAST

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THE AMERIC AN LEGION’ S ROOTS ARE TIED TO HAPPY THE MAC Summer! was officially approved along with On May 8-10, the American Legion but the caucus held in St. Louis two celebrates the anniversary second months later with Theodore Roosevelt, its constitution and preamble. The Mark your calendarsof foritsthe upcoming MAC Happy meeting was held under the auspices organizing caucus held attothe Missouri Jr.drink formalized the organization.

Hours.

In addition serving up great specials, of the Veterans of the Confederacy, a Athletic Clubevents in 1919.

Louis is recognized as the these are a great opportunityToday, to meetSt.new group already part of the MAC. Since Following World 1, officers members and War introduce friends and birthplace colleagues of to the the American Legion. the late 1970’s, when Post 4 merged and enlisted men met in Paris, Club. No reservations are required. Roosevelt had to bow out as the with Post 245, weekly American France regarding the formation of group’s official leader, but a key group Downtown Legion meetings have been held at an organization to support the war’s West of (Poolside) organizers finalized the details and Wednesday, Juneset 25 the stage for Saturday, electedJune the 14 first Permanent Chairman the Club. veterans.

This meeting July 12In St. Louis, the name Wednesday, 23 at the MAC. the creation of the July American Legion, Saturday, Thursday, Aug. 14 Saturday, Aug. 23 5-8ST. p.m.

1:30-4:30 p.m. LEGION. THIS PHOTO IS DISPLAYED IN THE VETERAN’S ROOM ON THE FOURTH FLOOR. ABOVE: THE LOUIS CAUCUS IN 1919, ORGANIZING THE AMERICAN

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Snapshots FOUR GENERATIONS OF THE HAMMER FAMILY ENJOY EASTER BRUNCH AT THE DOWNTOWN CLUBHOUSE.

St. Louis Area Teams Win Big at High School National Racquetball Tournament Approximately 400 high school racquetball players representing 35 schools, from 15 states competed in the 29th annual High School National Racquetball Tournament held at the West Clubhouse. St. Louis area players and teams excelled by winning the following national team trophies: Overall team: Parkway: first place; Lindbergh: third place; Overall boys team: SLUH: first place; Parkway: third place; Overall girls team: Parkway: first place; Cor Jesu: second place; Lindbergh: third place.

Ten St. Louis area participants were named All Americans. The Parkway racquetball team was coached

by Tim Duffie and MAC Racquetball Pro Dave Schwent.

The Lindbergh team was coached by MAC member and racquetball league member Darrell “Mark” McClanahan.

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PAST PRESIDENT NICK LAMB GATHERED TOGETHER HIS FRIENDS AT THE FRONT DESK FOR A PHOTO OPPORTUNITY: HENRY TAYLOR, JOSEPH SMITH, DAN EMERSON, DEBBIE MASTERS AND GREG THOMPSON.

PAST PRESIDENT JOEL KARSTEN STANDS WITH HIS WIFE KERRIE AT BUSCH STADIUM. KARSTEN THREW OUT THE FIRST PITCH AT THE APRIL 7 CARDINALS GAME.

The Kermit Lynch Wine Dinner on March 30 transported wine country to the Downtown Clubhouse.

SUSAN AND CICARDI BRUCE SAMPLE WINE DURING THE EVENT.

BRAD AND KAITLYN MCLAURY ENJOYED THE NIGHT’S FESTIVITIES.

GARY TIDWELL, TONY BOMMARITO, AND DEBRA TIDWELL SMILE FOR THE CAMERA.

ANITA SIEGMUND, NANCY SUELFLOW, CELESTE AND KURT WITZEL, AND GLENN BILZING RAISE A TOAST TO THE EVENING.

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