Missouri Athletic Club, Cherry Diamond, October 2017 by Missouri Athletic Club

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CLASSIC CONVERSATIONS MAC “Tables” Perfect the Art of Rousing Discussions

Missouri Athletic Club Founded in 1903 OCTOBER 2017 Cherry Diamond STAFF Publisher – Mike Schoedel Director of Communications – Jim Wilson Content Marketing Manager/Managing Editor – Amy Freeman Communications Coordinator – Emma Frey Design – Lilyann Rice General Manager – Wallace L. Smith

To advertise, contact 314-539-4459 or efrey@mac-stl.org. The Cherry Diamond Vol. 111/No. 10 (USPS: 102-560) is published monthly by the Missouri Athletic Club, 405 Washington Ave., St. Louis, MO 63102, (314) 231-7220. Subscription - $45 per year, subject to sales tax. PERIODICAL POSTAGE PAID AT ST. LOUIS, MO. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to Cherry Diamond, 405 Washington Ave., St. Louis, MO 63102

BOARD OF GOVERNORS Officers Mike Schoedel – President Tim Powers – Vice President Tim Slater – Second Vice President Talmage Newton – Secretary Paul David Shuff Jr. – Treasurer Class of 2018 Talmage Newton, Tim Powers, Mike Schoedel, Paul David Shuff Jr., Tim Slater Class of 2019 Andrew Carter, Matt Morris, Aaron Pawlitz, Keith Phoenix, David Smith Class of 2020 Tracy Beckette, Mark Brandom, Kevin Cantwell, Tim Malyszko, John Pennington

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SATIONS C CONVER CLASSI Discussions. Perfect the Art of Rousing MAC “Tables”

IN THE EARLY 1900s, MAC MEMBERS FORMED TABLES TO SHARE LIKEMINDED CONVERSATIONS. SOME TABLES CONTINUE TO MEET TODAY. THIS MONTH’S FEATURE STORY SHARES THE HISTORY AND MAC CULTURE FOUND AMONGST THESE UNIQUE TABLES.

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Features

8 Foundations' Month Recap 11 A "Totality" Awesome Eclipse Event 12 Signature Sporting Events

Departments

2 Upcoming Events 4 President’s Column 5 General Manager’s Column 6 Membership 14 Dining 18 MAC Past

16 Classic Conversations 24 Senior Living Section 30 Reciprocal Club Spotlight

20 Athletics 22 Wellness 28 Clubs Within the Club 30 Around the Club 33 Snapshots

SURVEY SAYS … This month, the Cherry Diamond spoke with members of the conversation tables that meet regularly in the Sportsman’s Club and decided to compare how their reported experience aligns with the survey results. In the feature article, table members speak highly not only of the camaraderie amongst the table, but also the service in the Sportsman’s Club. When surveying the amenities at each clubhouse, members reported that the most important reason to join and retain membership at the MAC is its dining facilities followed closely by its fitness facilities. Other important reasons include connections to other members, culture of the Club, and sense of community. Some other notable responses support the conversation table’s ongoing positive dining experience: F 88% of members rated the MAC’s overall dining experience as good, very good, or excellent. F 72% of members who reported dining in the Sportsman’s Club rated the overall dining experience as “very good” or “excellent.” F “Overall staff service” was the highest rated quality of the Sportsman’s Club. Cherry Diamond F OCT 2017 F 1

>> upcoming events Lineage Collections Wine Tasting (WE) WEDNESDAY, OCT. 18 Join Lineage Collection winemakers including Jose Luis Muguiro Jr., Jean Remy Apeneau and others for an exquisite night of education and tastings. 5:30-7:30 p.m. $10 per person

Blues Book Event (DT) MONDAY, OCT. 23

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College Basketball Tip-Off Luncheon (DT) MONDAY, OCT. 2 Join Tom Ackerman from KMOX as he previews the 2017-18 college basketball season. Head coaches Travis Ford, Brad Underwood, Barry Hinson and Jon Harris are scheduled to attend. 11 a.m. – Reception 11:45 a.m. – Lunch 12:15 p.m. – Program $50 per person, inclusive

Fireside Chat with Coach Ford (WE) THURSDAY, OCT. 5 Join SLU’s head basketball coach, Travis Ford, for a look at the upcoming season. 6 p.m. Event is complimentary

Oktoberfest: Craft Beer and Brats Tasting (DT) THURSDAY, OCT. 5 Join brew masters for a craft beer tasting and specialty bratwurst! 6-9 p.m. $30 per person 2 F Cherry Diamond F OCT 2017

Pigs and Pinot (WE) SATURDAY, OCT. 7 More than 45 Pinot Noirs will be available to taste, and Chef Grant will roast a whole pig on the patio! Extended childcare hours will be available. 1:30 p.m. $85 per person

Dogtown Tenors Cabaret Night (DT) WEDNESDAY, OCT. 11 Attend an evening benefiting the Charitable Society for Children, consisting of a threecourse dinner and a fun program including former MAC Governor Peter Dunne! 6:30 p.m. – Reception 7 p.m. – Dinner 8 p.m. – Concert $65 per person (a portion of the proceeds will benefit the CSC)

Celebrate the first 50 years of the St. Louis Blues at this book launch including author and alumni. 6 p.m. – Reception 7 p.m. – Dinner and program $75 per person

Johnnie Walker Whisky Tasting (DT) THURSDAY, OCT. 26 Sample of Johnnie Walker whisky, hors d’oeuvres and cigars during a relaxing evening sponsored by the Mark Twain Society. 6:30-8:30 p.m. $35 per person plus gratuity for MTS members $39 per person plus gratuity for non-MTS members

Trunk-R-Treat (WE) SUNDAY, OCT. 29 Dress up for Halloween and decorate your vehicle! This annual fun evening includes a DJ/ magician, candy and “best-decorated” car contest! A la carte menu items will be available for an additional charge. 4-7 p.m. $15 per car

November

Knob Creek Bourbon Whiskey Dinner (WE) THURSDAY, NOV. 2 Enjoy a four-course dinner paired with excellent bourbon whiskey. 7 p.m. – Reception 7:30 p.m. – Dinner $45 per person, inclusive for WFSC members $55 per person, inclusive for non-WFSC members and guests

MartTINI Tennis (WE) SATURDAY, NOV. 4 Play rounds of tiny tennis, sip on martinis and raise money for the CSC! No skill is necessary. Adults 21 and over only. 4-8 p.m. $50 per person (cash/signature bar) $100 per person (unlimited drinks)

Veterans Day Commemoration (DT) THURSDAY, NOV. 9 Honor those who have served our nation at this annual event. 11:15 a.m. – Reception and military exhibits 12 p.m. – Lunch $27.50 per person

Wine Tasting and Sale (DT) FRIDAY, NOV. 10 Wine purveyors will offer some of their best wines for sampling and purchase. 6-9 p.m. $25 per person plus service charge

Apollos’ Fall Concert (DT)

Thanksgiving Dinner Buffet (DT)

FRIDAY, NOV. 17

THURSDAY, NOV. 23

Enjoy the Apollos’ annual fall concert with a variety of tunes. 6 p.m. – Cocktails 7 p.m. – Dinner 8 p.m. – Program 9 p.m. – Afterglow $38.50 plus service charge

Leave the kitchen clean at home and opt for a scrumptious Thanksgiving buffet by Chef Bart. 1-4 p.m. Adults – $34.95 plus gratuity Children (5-12) – $16.95 plus gratuity Children (4 and under) – Gratis

Thanksgiving Day Parade THURSDAY, NOV. 23 Participate in the annual Thanksgiving Day Parade and ride aboard the MAC float! 8:45 a.m. – Parade begins Register online or contact Michael Gray at 314-539-4471 or mgray@mac-stl.org to ride aboard the float.

Sip and Shop (WE)

Thanksgiving Brunch (WE)

WEDNESDAY, NOV. 15

THURSDAY, NOV. 23

Grab a cocktail or glass of wine and peruse a variety of vendor booths. Their merchandise would make perfect holiday gifts! Raffle prizes and sweet treats will be available. Open to all members and guests! 5:30-8:30 p.m. Event is complimentary Cash/signature bar available

Enjoy a delicious brunch courtesy of Chef Grant and celebrate the holiday with friends and family. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Adults – $34.95 plus gratuity Children (5-12) – $16.95 plus gratuity Children (4 and under) – Gratis

USE THE WEBSITE

to Register for Events

1. Login to the website (www.mac-stl.org). 2. From the member homepage, register for all events through the web calendar. Access the calendar the following ways: F My MAC > Calendar 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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from the president School is back in session. Football season has started. Leaves are starting to change and fall. It is a routine that we are accustomed to; like drinking a cup of coffee every morning; eating a snack at 10 a.m.; picking up the kids from school. Routines are comforting. Reliable. Just like the MAC. We hope that the MAC is part of your routine. Like enrolling in the fall basketball league. Attending the various whiskey or wine tasting events. Friday night dinners at the West Clubhouse while the kids play in the gym. Meeting a friend or customer for a drink at 1903. Dinner downtown before the symphony. Veterans Day lunch. Thanksgiving Dinner. Apollos Fall Concert. Sooner or later, the MAC becomes intertwined in your life. HOWEVER, we don’t want you to think that we are “STUCK” in a routine either. The Board of Governors, our various Committees and our talented staff are working hard to create new events, enhance existing programs, and improve our facilities. Here is a brief list of those activities: F In August, the Board approved approximately $889,000 for capital improvements in FY 2018. These funds will be used for enhancements to the MAC and to address regular maintenance projects that were delayed in prior years due to lack of funds.

F The former golf simulator room at the Downtown Clubhouse has already been remodeled into a multi-purpose fitness room. Work is ongoing to upgrade the HVAC system on the 11th floor, demo the old “Judo” room and create a new modern fitness space. These spaces will increase our capacity for new exercise classes. F An outside consultant has been hired to help us make the best use of our space at West Clubhouse so we can have proper spaces for yoga, Pilates, spinning and other fitness activities. F New ovens have been ordered for the Downtown Clubhouse to help with large events and improve efficiency in the Jack Buck Grille. F The freezer and coolers at the West Clubhouse are getting major upgrades. These will improve our ability to host larger catering events and reduce the renting of refrigerator trailers. F Various hotel rooms and bathrooms at the Downtown Clubhouse will get a much-needed facelift. F The parking lot at the West Clubhouse will be repaired and repaved in October. F The Governance Committee is working on by-law updates and seriously examining the MAC’s governance model and election activities.

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F The Planning Committee and its various task forces are finalizing a strategic plan that will lead us for the next 10 years. F The Finance Committee has worked closely with the Planning Committee to address longterm debt issues and help ensure that we only spend what is fiscally prudent. F The Membership Committee continues to focus on retention and attraction, but is identifying new efforts to attract female members, young professionals, and Illinois residents. F The Board of Governors visited three city clubs in Boston to obtain new ideas and it also reaffirmed that much of what we do is on the right path of success. We will work hard to communicate these efforts along with the numerous other activities that are taking place. We have many talented members and staff that are working diligently to ENHANCE your ‘MAC Routine!’ Having FUN at the MAC,

Mike Schoedel, President Missouri Athletic Club Follow me on Twitter @MACPREZ102

The Board of Governors, our various Committees and our talented staff are working hard to create new events, enhance existing programs, and improve our facilities.”

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from the general manager Since 2000, the Missouri Athletic Club has been designated a Platinum Club of America. Of the more than 5,000 private clubs across the country, only five percent are distinguished as a Platinum Club. One of the key attributes of a Platinum Club is a strong governance model, which encourages the Board of Governors to attend an annual retreat to share ideas and best practices. I am proud to report that this has been a Missouri Athletic Club Board practice longer than our leadership can remember, most likely started by my esteemed predecessor Larry Thompson. It truly demonstrates our Board’s dedication to the Club as they pay all their own expenses to attend, including travel, hotel accommodations, and all food and beverage. This year, 13 out of our 15 Board members and their spouses were able to attend our Board Retreat on September 13-16. The keys to this retreat are learning and camaraderie through shared experiences, and this retreat was an excellent experience. We visited three private clubs in Boston: the Harvard Club of Boston, the University Club of Boston, and the Union Club of Boston. In addition to these, President Schoedel and I stayed at the Algonquin Club of Boston, which is known for their food and beverage and very quiet atmosphere, while everyone else was hosted by the Harvard Club, which is an old club steeped in tradition and comprised of intellectuals recognized not only in the community but throughout the world. Like the MAC, the Harvard Club has two locations. Their clubhouse near the Back Bay has just 18 hotel rooms. Their downtown clubhouse is on the 38th floor of a skyrise building with panoramic views of the Boston Harbor, Charles River and Back Bay. We were fortunate to be able to dine at each location. We wanted to experience the differences, but

truthfully, they were very similar in every respect. Their Executive Chef had trained all the chefs at both clubhouses so their styles were very similar. Unlike the MAC, where we have Chef Bart at the Downtown Clubhouse and Chef Grant at the West Clubhouse with distinctly different backgrounds, styles, flavors and thus experiences depending on the venue. My counterpart at this club, Steve Cummings, started working there the same month that I started here at the MAC. He has experienced similar challenges with an old historic building, deferred maintenance, and declining membership. However, we are both happy to report that our clubs are on the upswing and seem to be thriving in our communities. We enjoyed touring with the leaders of that club and learning about their best practices, governance structure, strategic planning process, capital improvement projects, food and beverage offerings, and membership goals. Speaking of membership, the University Club boasted a waiting list of prospective members waiting one to two years to become members. Their facilities had been updated, and their fitness and athletic offerings were cutting-edge and the hallmark of their success. Also, the service and quality of their food and beverage offerings was outstanding. On the flip side, the Union Club is wrestling with a declining membership and an enormous very, very old building dating back more than 200 years, which also means a strong tradition and heritage, but it has forced them to literally survive off their hotel and food and beverage revenues. Fortunately, they are starting a strategic planning process with the goal of reinvigorating the club so it once again thrives. In talking to other clubs about their strategic planning process, I am incredibly thankful to Governor Beckette

for leading us down this path. He has agreed to serve a second term on the Board to see through a planning process that was started during his last term and under his leadership. This has been a great benefit to the MAC. The updated plan will be completed soon and available to read upon request. This was my fifth year on retreat. We’ve been to Philadelphia, Chicago, Los Angeles, Fort Worth, and now Boston. Each club we’ve visited has had similarities and unique differences from our own. All clubs have their challenges and opportunities, but freshness, facilities, and forward thinking clearly win the day. My biggest takeaway was a quote by President Schoedel. He said, “These retreats really show that the MAC is doing well all around and that we should be very proud of our Club.” I am very proud of the MAC. Nonetheless, we still have lots of work to do to as we continue to revitalize. The functional training room at our Downtown Clubhouse should be coming online as this magazine goes to print. Plans are firming up for our West Clubhouse athletic and fitness areas. More exciting projects will kickoff at the start of the new year. Look for more videos and other messages from President Schoedel as we move forward; we will strive to keep you in the loop and over communicate at every opportunity. These are exciting times at the MAC, and I couldn’t be prouder to play my part as we go. Thank you for the awesome opportunity. See you at the Club!

Wally Smith, General Manager Missouri Athletic Club

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… freshness, facilities, and forward thinking clearly win the day. ”

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>> membership

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Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Brien, Jacob (Ellie) of C. Rallo Contracting Inc. was proposed by Micah Mills.

Bakker, Peter (Lauren) of U.S. Bank was proposed by Rick Mayfield.

Queen, Eddie (Fernanda) of Wells Fargo was proposed by Karrie Carlin.

Bly, Eric (Susan) was proposed by Perry Favazza.

Reed, Tim (Katherine) of Graybar Electric was proposed by Micah Mills.

Bockius, Mark (Elizabeth) of The Bar Plan was proposed by Greg Klaus.

Riney, Michael (Kaisy) of Scottrade Bank was proposed by Kent Price.

Chelew, Thomas (Kimberlee) of Enterprise Rent-a-Car was proposed by Mike Johnson.

Rose, Ryan (Mary) of World Wide Technology was proposed by Kate Suggs.

Davis, Kevin (Carolyn) of Coldwell Banker was proposed by Larry Drury.

Steinback, Heather of Johnson Realty was proposed by Troy Robertson.

Evans, Lauren (Stephen) of U.S. Bancorp Investments was proposed by Jared Dodd.

Stock, Charlie (Sherry) of Tank Trailer Cleaning, Inc. was proposed by Stacie Hastie.

Kiernan, Ryan (Jenny) of Cresia was proposed by Troy Robertson.

Struckhoff, Andrew (Kelly) of PGAC, Inc. was proposed by Diane Lochner.

Krucylak, Catherine of Washington University School of Medicine was proposed by Clark Cole. Lindsay, Michael (Danielle) of Maxim Healthcare Solutions was proposed by Greg Lindsay. Luongo, Joseph of Stifel was proposed by Keith Barket. Mecke, Theodore (Mary Alice) of Volte Strategy was proposed by Mike Schoedel. Meek, Brian (Brooke) of Advanced Bone and Joint was proposed by Mark Gaertner.

Studdard, Barrett (Breann) of Charter was proposed by Paul Studdard.

LEADING Proposers

Congratulations to Tim Powers and Mark Gaertner for leading with four members each in 2017!

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Thank You 2017 PROPOSERS & SECONDERS

Thank you to the following members for proposing and seconding new members during the 2016-17 fiscal year. With your help, the Club exceeded its net new member goal for the year! Hope Abramov Tom Ackerman Kent Adkins Joon Ahn Chris Ahner Steve Albart Kevin Albritton Joe Ambrose Eric Ames Paul Ardekani Nick Bahn Steve Bahn Hal Ball Eric Banks CJ Baricevic Bob Bax Greg Beekman James Bennett Brett Benyo Jim Bick Steve Bickel Kip Bilderback Ben Bishop Tracy Blix Jack Bodine Scott Borlinghaus William Bouchein Patrick Boyle Phil Brandt Ben Brasseur Richard Brosemer Dan Brown Phil Brown Terry Brown Eric Brungrubber Travis Bullock Mark Campbell Tony Cancilla Patrick Cantwell Mike Carlson John Carroll Andrew Carter Gary Clark James Coleman Steve Conway Ed Corich J.J. Costello

John Costello John R. Costello James Cragg James Dankenbring Tom Dankenbring Jansen Darst Dave Davis Toney Davis Len DeGonia Tarek Deiab Brandon Dempsey Brian Dentinger Venkata Devineri Courtney Dickson Jared Dodd Michael Donahoe Lizzy Dooley Tom Douglass John Duchardt Scott Dunavant Jason Dunaway Duffy Dunn Tom Dunn Peter Dunne Steve Dybus John Eckrich Adam Edelman Dean Eggerding Peter Eggers Scott Engelbrecht Heather Epperly Dennis Evans Joan Ferguson Charles Ferretti Bill Fiala James Fiala Mark Finke John Finnie Matthew Fisher Randy Fisher Tim Flannigan Jack Flynn Peter Fonseca Terrance Freeman Carl Freund Dan Fusz Eric Gaal

Gary Gaertner Mark Gaertner Charles Gallagher Kim Gannon Sean Garrison John Gilbert Edward Gilkerson Brian Gill Andrew Gilstrap Michael Goessling Paul Golomski Greg Gorman John Gorman Mark Gorman Gary Gossett Bob Graves Roy Gray Ed Griesedieck Chris Growe Robert Guller Jon Gustafson Ken Hannah Melissa Hansmann John Harlen Erick Harlow Michael Harris Tracy Hart Allen Hauge Megan Heinsz Ed Hennessy Bill Hentschell Scott Highmark Ryan Hillenbrand Tim Hohl Barth Holohan Timothy Hornof Emily Howard Benjamin Hulsey Chris Hyams Adam Irace Kyle Jacobsmeyer Gus Jacoby Jeff Jacoby Lauren Jenkins John Gazzoli Jr. John McDonald Jr. Kyle Karlin

John Kasman Greg Keller Nate Keller Chris Kennedy Chris Kerckhoff Quinn Kiley Rebecca Kingston William Klasen Ken Klein Mike Konzen John Kovac Senthil Krishnasamy Dana LaBarge John Lake Nick Lamb Kevin Landy Richard Lane Sean Larson Coles L'Hommedieu Greg Lindsay Diane Lochner Michael Lofton Mark Loudenslager Mike Mahn Ken Marx Matt Masiel Spencer Mason Connor McCarthy Mike McCarthy Mark McClanahan Brian McHugh Nathan McKeon Tom McMillin Ron Medley Timothy Messner Leo Miceli Chris Michelak Katie Miller Stuart Miller Micah Mills Angela Minges Tom Mitchem Michelle Moersch Danielle Mohrmann John Moore Jason Morgan Mike Morhaus

Matt Morris Ryan Mortland David Moye Robert Mueller Michael Murphy Neil Murphy John Negrau Mark Neill Talmage Newton Matt Nieman Lindsay Niemeier Mark Niemeyer Travis Noble Jared Nuxoll Mark Ohlendorf Gerald Ortbals Terrance O'Toole Joe Palumbo Kristin Pantanella Brent Pantazi Craig Parker Matt Passanise Rajiv Patel Vijay Patnana Mark Pelikan John Pennington Stephen Percy Harry Pettey Dean Pilcher Lucas Poelker Gary Pohrer Jack Pohrer Tim Powers David Price Katelyn Profancik Nick Profancik Nick Purcell Eric Quint Jonathan Rankin Wes Rarick Tyler Rasmusson Jean Raybuck Ed Reardon Mike Reedy Mike Reedy Sr. Tim Reeves Benjamin Reifschneider

Paul Reilly Cody Reinberg Tim Rhein Dave Rich William Riesenbeck Thomas Riffey Jason Riney Nicholas Roberts Troy Robertson Mike Rodgers Kalleen Rose Rob Ross Glenn Roxas James Ryan Thomas Ryle Mike Sansone Tony Sansone Michael Saracino Emily Schmidt Alan Schneider Mike Schoedel Neal Schroeder Scott Schulte Henry Schwartz Bryan Schwarz Phillip Schwarz James Schwetye Shane Scott Steve Sebastian Gary Sextro Azhar Shah James Sheets Jake Shepley Jay Shields Tim Shocklee John Shuff Paul Shuff Sandy Sineff David Singer Inderjit Singh Kent Skornia Dave and Suzie Spence Nelson Spence William Springer Chris Steuterman Nathan Stonner Danny Stricker

Tom Strickland Peter Sudekum Evan Sullivan Robert Sullivan Thomas Suntrup Chris Swank Mark Tampow Daly Teruya Ryan Thomas Mike Thompson Tony Timmerman Mike Todd Norm Toon Keith Tope Daniel Tramelli Matt Turner Mike Vahl Larry VandeVen Robert Vatterott Paul Vogel Gerry Voss Claudia Wagner Rich Waigand Dwaun Warmack Manoj Warrier Brian Watkins Thomas Weber Bill Weckback John Welge Timothy Wells Mike Wendling Kyle Westbrook Brian Westre Ronnie White Thomas White Gary Wideman Jimmy Williams Jonathan Williams Keith Williams Carl Winters Jeff Wojciechowski James Wotruba Benjamin Wren Tom Wright Jr. Pete Yannakakis Jeff Young Tripp Zumwalt

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from the director of foundations In August, the Missouri Athletic Club was plastered with promotions, posters and participants celebrating Foundations’ Month. Thirty-one days were dedicated to creating awareness and raising funds for the Club’s three foundations: Arts, Sports and Preservation. THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU! Your participation in our efforts was wonderful! Combined with the golf tournament, our members generously raised nearly $160,000 gross. Thank you to all our supportive members for your participation in the golf tournament,

on the chits, one-time donations, etc. We will be good stewards of your gift and continue to support the missions of each foundation: F The Preservation Foundation will continue to dedicate efforts and dollars to preserve and protect our Downtown Clubhouse with architecturally significant renovations. F With a mission dedicated to community outreach and recognizing outstanding achievements in athletics, the Sports Foundation supports Mathews-Dickey Boys’ and Girls’ Club, Big Brothers Big Sisters, College

Bound and Lift for Life Academy. F With a mission dedicated to adding to the member experience though works of art, Foundation for the Arts will continue to restore and add value to our robust collection. Finally, thank you to Mosby Building Arts for believing in the Missouri Athletic Club’s philanthropic efforts in the St. Louis community!

Cynthia Goudy Director of Foundations

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Combined with the golf tournament, our members generously raised nearly $160,000 gross."

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Special Thanks to the Foundations’ Golf Tournament Sponsors, Golfers and Donors Thank you to the golfers, donors, and sponsors who supported the MAC’s Foundations’ Golf Tournament presented by Mosby Building Arts who generously matched $20,000 of the members’ gifts. The annual tournament had a record number of participants who contributed $132,862. Thank you to Mark Belew, John Bugh, Gov. Mark Brandom, Gov. John Pennington, and Gov. Tim Powers on the Golf Committee who helped make this event such a success. Also, special thanks to Past President Kim Tucci for sharing his auctioneer skills.

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Thank you to our generous members for making Foundations’ Month a huge success. Your continued support allows the MAC to invest in local charity partnerships and preserve our historic Downtown Clubhouse including the artwork that beautifies our walls. Your charitable efforts demonstrate, once again, the powerful impact the MAC has in our community.” — Troy Robertson

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LEFT: JOHN PENNINGTON, PAUL REILLY, BILL SWOBODA, CLINTON SHOCKLEE, BOB FREDERIC, AND GENE FREDERIC GET A GROUP SHOT ON THE GREEN. TOP LEFT: PATRICK CANTWELL, CARL WINTERS, DAVID GAMACHE, MICHAEL HACKETT, GARY WIDEMAN AND KEVIN CANTWELL STAND WITH THE HERMANN TROPHY. BOTTOM LEFT: KIM TUCCI SERVED AS AUCTIONEER FOR THE NIGHT; PRESENTING SPONSOR MOSBY BUILDING ARTS’ MARK MCCLANAHAN GAVE A SHORT SPEECH PRECEDING THE AUCTION.

FOUNDATIONS’ GOLF TOURNAMENT CULMINATES IN RECORD-BREAKING MONTH The annual Foundations’ Golf Tournament took place on Aug. 28 with a record number of participants. Thank you to Mosby Building Arts who matched $20,000 of members’ gifts. Although rain forced a mid-day delay, the temperature was comfortably cool. Players en-

joyed the extra time to mingle in the field house. Upon finishing the tournament, they headed inside for a great banquet and silent and live auction. This year’s Foundations’ Month was record-breaking with more than $150,000 raised.

2017 Golf Tournament Winners Flight A

First Place – John Bugh, John Carroll, Rich Joyce Second Place – Mike Clark, Adam Tuhro, Jason White

Flight B

First Place – Becky Powers, Kris Turley, Brett Solberger Second Place – Mark Licata, Peter Allen, Ray Morales

Flight C

First Place – Dan Fusz, Lisa Fusz, Paul Weishaar Second Place – Mark McClanahan, David Lazenby, Charlie Willingham Longest Drive – Rich Joyce Ladies Closest to Pin – Becky Powers Mens Closest to Pin – Mark Finke

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A “TOTALITY” AWESOME

Eclipse Party The West Clubhouse held its eclipse viewing party on Monday, Aug. 21 that made for a bustle of activity. More than 350 people attended this sell-out, phenomenal event. Eclipse-themed balloons graced the lobby and 1903 bar, and a themed buffet lunch was also available. Members and guests enjoyed drinks, camaraderie, a rare viewing of the solar eclipse around 1 p.m., photos and entertainment. Member Tom Hake hosted a private corporate party for his employees and coworkers in conjunction with the event. PHOTO CREDIT: MIKE SOLOMONOV CAPTURED AN EPIC SHOT OF THE ECLIPSE.

TOP ROW: TOM HAKE'S GUESTS VIEWED THE ECLIPSE TOGETHER; MEMBERS GAZED UP AT THE SUN IN AWE; ANGIE MINGES AND LIZ MURNIN ENJOY A COLD BEVERAGE. BOTTOM ROW: AWESOME BALLOON DISPLAYS MADE THE SPACE EVEN MORE FESTIVE; BRAD WELKER SUPPLIED ENTERTAINMENT ON THE PATIO. Cherry Diamond F OCT 2017 F 11

FAT H ER SON BA NQU ET SPOT LIGH TS BLU ES’ M I K E Y EO This year’s Father Son Banquet turned out to be one for the books as more than 100 members gathered with their sons and grandsons for popcorn, movies, entertainment, dinner and an ice cream sundae bar. The highlight of the evening was hearing St. Louis Blues’ Chris Kerber interview Head Coach Mike Yeo.

“The father son banquet is rich with tradition at the MAC,” adds Tripp Zumwalt, “and it is really exciting to see our table of kids enjoy the camaraderie that I remember as a kid. I am really thankful to Chris and Mike for making the evening so special.”

PRESIDENT SCHOEDEL AND HIS SON PATRICK SPEND QUALITY TIME TOGETHER; ST. LOUIS BLUES’ CHRIS KERBER INTERVIEWS HEAD COACH MIKE YEO; BEAU REINBERG AND HIS SON ALBERT ENJOY THE EVENING’S FESTIVITIES.

F I R ESI DE CH AT with SLU Head Coach Travis Ford

With a promising group of newcomers joining the team, expectations are high as Travis Ford enters his second season at Saint Louis University. Billiken basketball fans can hear from Coach Ford about the upcoming season in the intimate setting of the 1903 bar at the West Clubhouse. Register online. Thursday, Oct. 5 F 6 p.m. Event is complimentary; cash/signature bar available

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The candidates for the prestigious Sports Personality of the Year Award are set. The award, which MAC member Jack Buck established in 1970, annually honors the top local sports figure. The candidates for the 2017 Sports Personality of the Year are Jake Allen, Paul DeJong, Yadier Molina, Tommy Pham and Alex Pietrangelo. The 2017 Sports Personality of the Year Award winner will be selected by MAC members. Online voting can be done on the MAC website (mac-stl.org) beginning Oct. 3. The award has been presented to some of the biggest names in sports history: Bob Gibson, Lou Brock, Ozzie Smith, Brett Hull, Albert Pujols, Kurt Warner and Marshall Faulk are a few of the legendary past winners. Make plans to attend the premier sports banquet in St. Louis at the 48th Jack Buck Awards, presented by Maryville University. Reservations will be accepted beginning Tuesday, Oct. 3, at 10 a.m. Register online (mac-stl.org) or call 314-539-4470. Sponsorship opportunities are available. Contact Jim Wilson at jwilson@mac-stl.org for details. Sponsors are invited to attend the VIP reception featuring the award honorees and receive prime seating at the banquet. Jack Buck Awards sponsorships benefit the MAC Sports Foundation, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization.

MONDAY, DEC. 11 5:30 p.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Cocktails 7 p.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Dinner $150 per person, inclusive (complimentary drinks during reception; drinks by signature during dinner) Downtown Clubhouse Register online or call 314-539-4470. The event always sells out, so make reservations early. Reservations will be accepted beginning Tuesday, Oct. 3 at 10 a.m.

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Date Nights

Treat your significant other to a relaxing dinner and live music from 7-10 p.m. in the Jack Buck Grille! New Sous Chef Giuliano Zanti will prepare special Italian dishes to complement the evening. Check out the following dates and bands lined up: F Saturday, Oct. 28: Tom Kelly F Saturday, Nov. 25: Larry Wilks ABOVE: TOM KELLY

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Oct. 13-14: Weiner Schnitzel, braised green beans, German chocolate roulade Oct. 20-21: Roasted apple salad, slow roast Sauerbraten, potato cake with gingersnap reduction and black forest cake.

View menus and make dining reservations online at mac-stl.org > Dining > Downtown Dining.

SATURDAY BRUNCH Brunch at the West Clubhouse will return on Saturdays beginning Nov. 4.

HAPPY HOUR CONTINUES! Enjoy happy hour in 1903 Monday-Friday from 4-6 p.m. throughout the month of October. F $4 well cocktails F Wings and F $2 domestics toasted ravioli F $5 house wine 50% off

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Every Thursday night features a coursedout dinner off the grill on the 1903 patio paired with one of Chef Grant and Sous Chef Darry’s weird brews. $19.03 per person. Some of the creative concoctions include: Squeeze Me Baby; Purple Reign; Peter Piper Picked a Peck of Budapest Pickled Plums; Kokomo; Pucker Up Buttercup; Beet Down; Don Ho; and Fig and Cherry Cider NOTE: Substitute a glass of house wine for $5.

HOMESTYLE TO GO RETURNS

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THE GREAT STEAK SALE! The West Clubhouse received some phenomenal USDA Prime bone-in ribeye loins at a great price. They look and taste unbelievable! Enjoy them served tableside at the Club or roast them at home. The list of steaks is available online under West Dining; limited to the 28 steaks shown. Call Chef Grant at 314-539-4476 to reserve a steak.

This popular offering makes its return this month! Order delicious fare for dine-in or pick-up at the West Clubhouse! Menus are available online under Dining. Place an order online or call 314-539-4490 or 314-539-7430 before 3 p.m. Pick up orders under the portico between 5-7 p.m.

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THANKSGIVING TO GO Let Chef Grant and the culinary staff at the West Clubhouse take the work out of preparing the holiday meal so you can enjoy the day with friends and family! Download the Thanksgiving to Go order form from the MAC website by hovering over the Dining header and selecting West Dining, or call Courtney Hake at 314-539-4490 or Janet Jones at 314-539-4444 ext. 7430 to place a phone order. Postmark mailed forms by Nov. 14 and place phone or in-person orders by Nov. 16. Pick up orders on Nov. 22 from 10 a.m.-8 p.m. and Nov. 23 from 7 a.m.-2 p.m. To have the kitchen cook your turkey, bring it in no later than Nov. 18.

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CLASSIC CONVERSATIONS Throughout MAC history, many conversational “tables” and clubs were popular among members. The Cherry Diamond sat down with Bill Schawacker and Ed Sparks of the Wall Street Table and Gerry Ortbals from the Big M stock club and discussed how these groups have stood the test of time. Rousing banter, exuberant political discussions and, of course, larges doses of MAC camaraderie round out the discussion groups or “tables” that have been a staple of MAC history for decades. Tables such as the Lousy Bastards Variety Luncheon Club, known as the LB Table, was formed just after WWII; this table still exists today. Other tables were more industry-specific such as the Gas and Oil Table, Steel Table, Coal Table and Beachcomber Table. These were disbanded years ago, but the Wall Street Table, LB Table, Big M stock club and Athletes remain at the Downtown Clubhouse today. All groups boast members who enjoy each other’s company, lively conversations and plenty of MAC fun so it’s safe to say that they won’t be going anywhere anytime soon. The Cherry Diamond dug deep into the history and traditions of two of these remaining tables and want to share the secrets of their success.

The Wall Street Table

In September 1908, five years after the MAC’s inception in 1903, seven members who shared lunch together most days of the week in the Missouri Ballroom formed the Wall Street Table. Reportedly, the group’s name sprung from their conversations about the negative state of the economy and financial woes. At that time, St. Louis was the financial and banking center for the entire southwest. Floyd Norwine is credited with suggesting the name of the table and 16 F Cherry Diamond F OCT 2017

TOP PHOTO: MEMBERS OF THE WALL STREET TABLE STAND WITH BETTY AND TISHA . ABOVE FROM LEFT: JOHN KINGSTON BLOWS OUT HIS CANDLE ON HIS CELEBRATORY BIRTHDAY CAKE; BILL SCHAWACKER AND ED SPARKS, LONG-TIME MEMBERS OF THE WALL STREET TABLE.

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My appreciation of the history of the MAC has increased ten-fold since joining the Wall Street Table. The stories that are told are incredible. We talk about it, but going to lunch with the other members shows you the camaraderie, exchanging of ideas, and absolute fun that the MAC provides.” — President Mike Schoedel is quoted as saying that the men and their businesses “were trying to overcome the headaches and losses resulting from the 1907 money panic. And like a boy given an awful name, it stuck.” Comprised of no particular industry or profession, members were admitted to the table based on the qualifications of congeniality, sportsmanship and good fellowship, and that remains true

today. Historically, table members are predominantly past presidents and past governors. Invitations to join originate from within the table. “Table members who know somebody who they think will work well with the group and who will provide conversation and amusement for everybody are asked to join,” says current secretary, Bill Schawacker, member since 2001. “It’s really that simple.” Ed Sparks who joined in

1974 adds that table members share names of individuals who they think will be good additions. “We invite them and then eventually we’ll go around and take a verbal vote,” he says. Today’s current table members are comprised of well-established businessmen, either active or retired and a variety of topics are discussed over lunch in the Sportsman’s Club. “We talk about politics, financial topics, pretty much anything. We like to provoke a lot of discussions, good or bad,” notes Sparks. A fun activity shared by the group is an end-of-the-year contest on who can correctly guess the Dow Jones and Major League Baseball’s National League, American League and World Series champions. They also celebrate each member’s birthday with cake and ice cream. Although the table has witnessed many decades of societal changes, the makeup of the table really hasn’t been altered since its inception. “There has been a lot of change, but it’s all good, and we live through it,” says Schawacker. Sparks adds, “We’ve had people changes [at the table], but the camaraderie, the having fun, the joking, the kidding, and getting into an occasional political debate has gone on for all those years. That’s kept us all together; we’ve always got something to argue about.” Schawacker adds that the group has a good mix of young and old members, but respect for everyone is a crucial ingredient. “We each have respect for one another, and I think that makes a good relationship amongst members.” Shared Club activities also add to the camaraderie of the table. “We’ve been involved in Club activities whether it’s on the Board, sports stuff, or Art Foundation,” says Sparks. Community activity is also something that Schawacker adds to why members are so tightly-knit. In closing, Schawacker shared what the table has meant to him. “One of the things that I like about being a member of this table is sometimes, after lunch is finished, you’ll get up and have a nice, warm feeling about you.”

THE BIG M

The Big M was founded in 1961 by 20 members, all of whom were former board members except one. They adopted bylaws and agreed to limit the table to 20 members. The main eligibility requirement for membership was having served on the Board of Governors. “The capital contribution to join was $200,” adds Past MAC President Gerry Ortbals, who joined in 2003. In 1964, the group amended the bylaws and eliminated the need to be a former Board GERRY ORTBALS SHARED INSIGHT ON member to join. “The reason they did that, as THE BIG M. best I can determine,” notes Ortbals “is that they wanted to admit a non-former Board member by the name of Edward D. Jones. I guess Edward D. Jones might have been someone they wanted to have in that group,” he laughs. The group has essentially remained the same and stable throughout the years. There are currently 22 members and eligibility, although it’s not in the bylaws, is based on a well-settled custom and practice that people who are invited to join are former Board members. “The overriding characteristic we look for when we extend invitations is collegiality,” says Ortbals. “We want people who are liked and who like us. Because we’re a voluntary association, it’s important that we all trust each other and like each other.” “My fondest memory happened a few years ago,” shares Ortbals, “when one of our most revered members, Past President Jack Murphy, took ill. Jack was one of these guys who wanted to do everything just so. So, he spontaneously resigned his membership, and then he had a nice recovery about a year later. We made a special exception in the bylaws and voted to let him back in to have 23 members. To me, that spoke to the spirit of the organization and why I belong to this group, because we do things like that.”

BELOVED BETTY HINES

40 Years of Service

Betty Hines celebrated her 40th anniversary at the Club on Aug. 17 and is a much-loved staple in the Sportsman’s Club. Beginning as a server at the Club in 1977, Betty was quickly trained by server Ann White. “She showed me the ropes of the Club, and she was instrumental in teaching me about the different tables and what their needs were and how often they met,” says Betty. “I actually started in the Eads Room with the Speers Table and then moved on to the Wall Street Table. The service back then was completely different than it is today,” she laughs. “There was so much involved in serving, and it was so hard. You hardly had time to converse with anyone.” To this day, Betty is still the “mother hen” for the Wall Street Table. “What I do today is pretty much what I did back then,” she says. “We joke around and have a good time.” Betty says that exceptional service is something that made the Club so great, and she continues to provide platinum-level service. “Service was an experience,” she states. Going above and beyond is Betty’s mantra. “You can go anywhere you want so we have to give them something special,” she says. Betty knows her members so well that often they will ask her what they should order for lunch; they trust her and know she has their best interests in mind. Just as Betty has cared for the Wall Street Table, they, in turn, care for Betty. “If I ever needed anything, I know I would be taken care of because they are just those kind of guys; they look out for their own,” she said. Betty’s close connections with the tables makes it hard for her to retire. She made plans to retire once her son was out of the Army, which was years ago, but she says her members won’t allow it. “I’ve been trying to retire for five years,” she laughs, “but that’s why I’m still here because everyone asks if I can wait until next year!” Serving her table members is like second nature to Betty. “It’s not like work; that’s the thing about it. I don’t think I’ve called off in about 20 years! I told Mr. Stewart that if I wake up and there’s ever a day where I don’t want to come to work that’s the day I’ll quit. And that hasn’t happened. I can’t wait to get here.” Cherry Diamond F OCT 2017 F 17

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A HISTORY ON MAC TABLES Conversational tables have been a part of the MAC almost since its inception. Although many have disbanded, a few are still popular today. The Lousy Bastards Variety Luncheon Club, known as the LB Table, formed postWWII and grew from just a few members to a good-size group. This group still meets regularly for lunch in the Sportsman’s Club. The Wall Street Table, the longest surviving table in Club history, was founded in 1908 as a result of the 1907 money panic. Membership has remained robust throughout the decades, and the lively group continues to meet consistently for lunch. FROM TOP: THE WALL STREET TABLE IN 1946, THE LONGEST SURVIVING CLUB TABLE; GENTLEMEN GATHER FOR LUNCH AT THE LB TABLE IN 1946.

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YOUTH Programs

MACtivites Returns

Starting Friday, Oct. 6, MACtivities returns to the West Clubhouse from 5:30-8:30 p.m. Children ages 5-12 can gather in the gym for activities, sports, crafts, and games. Once-a-month movie nights will be held in the West Wing! Infants through age four can have fun in the Childcare center. MOVIE NIGHTS: Oct. 20 (SING) Nov. 17 (Batman Lego Movie) Dec. 22 (Home Alone)

HOLIDAY CAMP MAC

Holiday Camp MAC takes place Dec. 21-22 and 26-29 for kids in grades K-6. Full (9 a.m.-4 p.m.) and half day (9 a.m.-12 p.m. or 1-4 p.m.) options are available. F Members: $50 per full day, $25 per half day F Guests: $65 per full day, $40 per half day

PRESCHOOL HOLIDAY CAMP

Preschool Holiday Camp occurs Dec. 21-22 and 26-29 from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. for members only, ages 3-5 (must be potty trained). F $30 per day $15 walk-in fee applies to all camps when available. Stay tuned for more information on Specialty Holiday Camps!

Need some extra time for holiday shopping or wrapping? Drop the kids off at Drop & Shop and get the to-do list completed! Drop & Shop takes place on Dec. 6 and 13 from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at the West Clubhouse for children ages infant through five years. Kids will enjoy crafts, stories, games and lunch. F $30 per child

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SPORTS Shorts

A variety of fun activities, sports and promos are taking place this fall! Check them out and get involved!

KICKBOX TRAINING World Kickboxing Champion, Dan Isaac, offers one-on-one kickboxing lessons at the Downtown Clubhouse! Thirty- and sixty-minute sessions and packages are available. Dan also instructs Fighting Fit exercise classes on Tuesdays at 5 p.m. and Thursdays at noon.

NEW PRO SHOP ITEMS! Check out the new fall items arriving daily from Nike, Polo, Adidas, Under Armour and many other favorite brands. Home team sports apparel is also sold here!

PICKLEBALL RETURNS EVERY TUESDAY Open play begins Tuesday, Oct. 3 from 1-3 p.m. Members’ guests are welcome for $12 per person.

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PICK-UP BASKETBALL GAMES Looking for a great workout and an easy way to meet fellow members? Participate in pick-up basketball games! Members organize games almost daily through the basketball email list. To be added to this list, contact Scott Mattingly at smattingly@mac-stl.org.

Monday-Friday: 4 a.m.-9 p.m. Saturday: 6 a.m.-6 p.m. Sunday: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Challenge Ladder In conjunction with USA Racquetball, members of all ages and skill levels have an opportunity to meet other players and challenge each other at mutually agreeable times. Private Lessons $55 per hour with Dave Schwent Online Court Booking Please use on the MAC’s online court booking system to reserve courts. Watch the “How to Book a Court” video on the MAC’s YouTube channel for a tutorial. Share Feedback: Women’s League & Clinics The MAC would like to start a women’s racquetball league and host more clinics. Contact Dave to express an interest in participating.

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5M Functional Training Room In August, the golf simulator was removed from 5M in the Athletic Department, and the MACâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s engineering and maintenance crew began overhauling the space and converting it into a functional training room for group exercise classes and personal training. The project is still underway, but is expected to be completed by early October.

FITNESS REFRESH

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In response to the membership survey results, two renovation projects are underway at the Downtown Clubhouse to provide more fitness functional training space.

11th Floor Functional Training Room On the 11th floor is an approximately 2,200 square foot room that was previous used for Judo. Beginning once the new functional training room is open on 5M, the entire space will be gutted and transformed. New lighting, flooring, walls, ceiling, storage, equipment and HVAC system are on the docket. Once completed, this renovated space will be used to further enhance the personal training and group exercise classes offered at the Downtown Clubhouse.

WELLNESS TIP: When to Stretch

There is finally an answer to the age-old question of when to stretch! Stretching is extremely important. When it comes to stretching preceding an exercise program, foam rolling is a must (lingering on those tender spots for 20-30 seconds), followed by a dynamic warm-up. Be sure to foam roll and static stretch after a workout as well. ABOVE: PAUL HELFRICH GUIDES COURTNEY HUTT IN A FOAM ROLLING SESSION. 22 F Cherry Diamond F OCT 2017

TOP LEFT: THE 11TH FLOOR BEFORE ITS UPCOMING TRANSFORMATION. ABOVE: THE FUNCTIONAL TRAINING ROOM ON 5M IS EXPECTED TO BE COMPLETED BY EARLY OCTOBER.

FITBits BODY FAT TESTING

Laura Dobelman of Body Fat Test will provide body fat testing to MAC members. Get tanked and receive the most accurate results! Body fat testing participants are completely submerged in a heated water tank and will receive a fourpage personalized body fat analysis that includes body fat percentage, lean mass percentage, target body fat percentage for optimal health, resting metabolic rate, caloric expenditure by exercise and detailed history of previous body fat testing. F Downtown: Tuesday, Oct. 17 from 7:30 a.m.-1 p.m. F West: Thursday, Oct. 19 from 7:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Tests are $55 and re-tests are $35 (if previously tested with Laura, check in to see your updated number). Register at either fitness desk. Call 314-539-4453 with any questions.

Personal Trainer Trevor Turner Joins MAC Team Trevor Turner recently joined the MACâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s team of personal trainers at the West Clubhouse. Trevor has worked in the fitness industry for more than 13 years, and he earned his MBA from Fontbonne University. He is also NASM-certified with both the CPT (Certified Personal Trainer) and FNS (Fitness Nutrition Specialist) certifications. Trevor's claim to fame was training Miss Missouri winner Stacey Smith in 2009. FUN FACTS: Trevor is a collector of Michael Jordan retro shoes. He also enjoys fishing, playing softball, and attending his church, The Crossing, in Fenton. He is married and has a two-year-old daughter named Tenley and a son on the way!

Call 314-539-4453 to book a session with Trevor.

PER S ON A L TRA IN IN G One-on-one sessions are available in 30, 45 and 60-minute options. Small group training is offered for two to four people for 60 minutes. Stretching sessions are also available. Contact Courtney Hutt at 314-539-4495 for more information or to book a session. RIGHT: PERSONAL TRAINER SEAN CRISTEA STRETCHES COURTNEY HUTT.

COMPETE IN THE MAC COMBINE! Compete against other members and measure your vertical jump, broad jump, shuttle run and 40-yard sprint time. Competition will be broken up into age groups for 8-12 years, 13-18 years and 19 and older. All participants receive an MAC Combine t-shirt! Register online.

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Purposeful Retirement

Retirement can be something exciting to anticipate, but it can also seem a little daunting. Many people look forward to retirement as the end to a daily grind but give little thought to how their time will actually be spent, beyond wrapping up their to-do lists or spending more time on the golf course. Transitioning from career life to days offering a lot of free time can be difficult. A couple big questions to consider before making the big decision include: 1) How can the retirement years be utilized so that they’re fruitful, rewarding and beneficial? and 2) Am I emotionally, psychologically and socially ready for retirement? Read on for some common mistakes to avoid when considering retirement as well as helpful tips to make the transition easier.

Mistakes to Avoid Poor Asset Allocation

Be smart when allocating investments. Find a balance between aggressive and cautious.

really consider how retirement will be spent. This type of planning will make the transition much easier and enjoyable.

organization that could use assistance, and spend some time each week volunteering. It can be very rewarding!

Tips for a Smooth Retirement

Spend Time with the Grandkids – Allot time

Find a Job – Although it seems a little like

an oxymoron, some retirees find jobs totally unrelated to their career and end up feeling liberated and rejuvenated as they learn new skills and talents. Travel – The kids are grown, and there is no

longer a 9-5 job so why not see the world? Volunteer – Help others in need! Find an

for the grandkids and kill two birds with one stone. Investing time with grandkids wards off depression and Alzheimer’s disease. Get a Hobby – Did you ever want to start up

a hobby as a young adult but didn’t have the time? Now’s the time to start! Start a Sport – Honing skills at a current sport or finding a completely new one to try is an excellent pastime. Tackle football

Underestimating Life Expectancy

Many retirees only look ten years into the future, but with a lot of individuals living well into their 80’s and 90’s, it’s important to begin looking 25 years into the future. Underestimating the Cost of Health Care

Be prepared to cover costs even after qualifying for Medicare at age 65. Misjudging the Ability to Keep Working

Post-retirement, many people opt to continue working. At times, this decision is made due to financial reasons, but many others choose to work to remain active and make extra income. Don’t assume that you’ll remain healthy or that the job market for seniors will remain healthy; it’s safe to plan as if your working years won’t last indefinitely. Focusing Too Much on the Nest Egg

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might not be the best place to start, but many retirees enjoy swimming, pickleball, golf and fishing! Make Exercising Fun – Try a new hiking trail,

take a stroll through a park and, better yet, grab a friend for extra accountability and enjoyment. Keep a Schedule and Stick to It – Avoid

boredom or restlessness by designing a schedule that works for you! Stick to the schedule and each day will be structured with meaningful things to do. Optimize Your Health Care – Be mindful of

policy changes with your current health care provider and make any necessary switches. Continue Financial Education – Learn about

new financial products and refresh knowledge on annuities, investments, mortgage pros and cons, etc. Be Social – Mix and mingle with others

during retirement! Social activity is linked to better health. Keep a Budget – If budgeting has been a lifelong duty, don’t give up on it. Maintaining a budget will ensure that the nest egg you saved will last throughout the entire retirement. Think Young – The saying “age is just a number” is very true. Keep a “young” outlook and think of yourself as young.

Get Involved at the MAC

With more time to devote to recreation, spend your retirement years at the Club by utilizing all of its offering.

ATHLETICS Tennis

Tennis is said to be a lifelong sport, and the MAC offers a wide variety of tennis clinics for men and women. Get on the court and get

active with fellow members! Tennis mixers are available as well as ladies’ clinics, men’s league play, men’s 55+ and more! Pickleball

This popular sport boasts a laid-back environment for optimal fun and exercise! Open play takes place on Tuesdays from 1-3 p.m. in the West Clubhouse gym. more »

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Make Five-Year Plans – Look ahead five years

and create some goals or markers that you’d like to accomplish or reach within that time. Sit down with a coffee and brainstorm your next move in life. Research Places to Retire – Just because

retirement is here doesn’t mean that you have to remain in the same house you’ve lived in for 50 years. Research popular and economical places for retirees. Downsizing frees up time and finding a new location with like-minded people can be a plus. Go Back to College – College isn’t just for youngsters. Choose classes that are of interest to you! The pressure to get classes under your belt won’t be there, and there’s nothing to lose but everything to gain! Opt for a Vacation – For some, taking an extended vacation may just be the answer. Use time between career changes or just as a long sabbatical before rejoining the workforce.

THE GATESWORTH The Gatesworth lifestyle is customized exclusively for seniors. Our standards of personalized service are unmatched and our highly trained staff is empowered to do all that is necessary to make the lives of residents more convenient, more enjoyable, and more vibrant. Our mantra is, “The Answer is Yes, What’s the Question?” We have your choice of luxurious GATESWORTH REFLECTING POND and affordable apartments and accommodating floor plans. All of which come with top-level services and amenities, extensive schedule of activities and events, and caring personal attention. Visit The Gatesworth and see for yourself why our community stands apart from the rest. 1 McKnight Pl, St. Louis, MO 63124 | (314) 993-0111 Cherry Diamond F OCT 2017 F 25

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MASON POINTE

Being part of a community that offers a lifestyle filled with opportunities for physical, spiritual, intellectual, and social well-being is key to enjoying a vibrant life. Plus, with all levels of living—from independent, to assisted, to memory care, long term care, and short stay rehabilitation—on one campus, you’ll have health care options available if your needs change in the future.” — Rev. John Kotovsky, President and CEO of Lutheran Senior Services and MAC member Water Aerobics

Deemed one of the gentlest exercises on the joints, water aerobics is a great addition to any schedule! The Club offers classes with Rob at 8:15 a.m. on Monday, Wednesday and Friday at the Downtown Clubhouse and at the West Clubhouse during pool season. Squash

A popular sport at the Club, squash clinics and private lessons are offered by squash pro Adam Bews. Throughout the season, various in-club, open and traveling tournaments are held.

for fun presentations, excursions and camaraderie every third Friday of the month at 11:30 a.m. at the West Clubhouse. Lunch and Tour Group

If you’re a female and interested in participating in exciting lunch, dinner or activity outings around the St. Louis area, then this is the group for you. Dance Club

Led by Dave Schwent, various private and semi-private lessons are held as well as multiple leagues and a challenge ladder.

For a more sophisticated pastime, join the Dance Club! This group learns different ballroom dance steps instructed by professional teacher Lucy Fitzgerald. Dancers gather every Tuesday evening from 6:309:30 in the Downtown Clubhouse Missouri Ballroom.

FITNESS AND WELLNESS

DINING

Racquetball

Take some much-needed down time and take advantage of the Club’s many ways to relax! Numerous types of massages are available such as Swedish, Rehabilitative and Hot Stone. Hair care and well as manicures and pedicures are also offered. Personal trainers are at the ready to assist with personal goals and help members stay fit and healthy.

CLUBS WITHIN THE CLUBS

What better way to spend retirement than by joining some Clubs Within the Club! The MAC boasts numerous interest groups that gather for various events and fellowship; a few are listed below. Forever Young Club

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Elegant dining and superb culinary creations can be found at the Club. Spend a little of that extra time trying new dishes and drinks in either the Downtown Clubhouse’s Sportsman’s Club and Jack Buck Grille, or the West Clubhouse’s Stan Musial Grille or 1903 dining room.

EMERITUS LIFE MEMBERSHIP

Any Missouri Athletic Club Resident or Clergy member may apply for this membership category if the member has been a Resident or Clergy member for at least ten years, attained 65 years of age, and the total of the member's age and length of membership is at least ninety. Enjoy reduced dues as a result!

Assisted Living at Mason Pointe offers just the right balance of assistance and independence in a welcoming environment that encourages choice, flexibility, and a warm sense of community. Services Our services focus on quality of life and include: • Personal Care Assistance • Medication Administration • Flexible Dining Program • Paid Utilities (except phone) • WiFi • Scheduled Transportation • Fitness and Wellness Classes • Pets Allowed • Guest Meals • Guest Rooms for Family & Friends • Urgent Communication System Amenities The following amenities will be available to all Assisted Living residents who call Mason Pointe home: • Life Enrichment Program • Styling Salon and Barber Shop • Bistro with Snack and Beverage Bar • Outdoor Courtyard with Gazebo • Living Room with Fireplace • Library with Business Center • Neighborhood Market • Private Dining Room Value and peace of mind are waiting for you. Call 314.754.2222 for more information or to schedule a personal tour!

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Here, you can enjoy casual or fine dining in one of our three restaurants. Or have your own recipes prepared and delivered with in-room service. No matter what your request, the answer is always yes. Chef and the rest of our staff are here to ensure that your Gatesworth experience is nothing short of exceptional.

Exceptional People. Exceptional Living.

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FYC WELCOMES

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Pamela Selbert has published more than three thousand articles in more than 100 different newspapers and magazines. She and her photographer husband, Guy, will present pictures and narratives of some of their extensive travels throughout all 50 states. Views of Shawnee National Forest, Great Basin National Park and Acadia National Park will be featured. Join the FYC on Friday, Oct. 20 at 11:30 a.m. Register online.

CWC

Meetings The MAC offers a variety of Clubs Within the Club to bring together members with common interests. Apollos Mondays, 7 p.m., Downtown Book Club Second Thursday of the month, 5:30 p.m., West

Speaker Series and Expo Educates Business Professionals The MAC’s Business Development Group and the St. Louis Rotary teamed up to present a speaker series and expo on Sept. 7 at the Downtown Clubhouse. Approximately 100 attendees perused 32 vendor booths while networking and mingling. Later in the day, Joe Scherrer of The Leadership Forge spoke on leadership at all levels and Cindy McDaniel of Vistage Worldwide presented on managing a good work/life balance.

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

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2017 A N N UA L V ET ER A NS DAY Commemoration Save the date! This year’s Veteran’s Day Commemoration event will take place on Thursday, Nov. 9 at the Downtown Clubhouse. At this annual event, the MAC will honor the Veteran of the Year: a retired or former member of the U.S. military who demonstrates support of veterans and the U.S. in everyday life, who serves as a role model for other citizens, and who is respected for his or her service to veterans. Admiral Philip S. Davidson, Commander of the U.S. Fleet Forces Command is the guest of honor and keynote speaker this year.

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MAC HONOR ROLL To honor all MAC members who have served in the U.S. military, the Honor Roll listing the names of these members will be published in the November issue of the Cherry Diamond. To be included, please provide your name, branch and years of service to Katie Maurer at kmaurer@mac-stl.org or call 314-539-4402. Entrants do not have to be combat veterans.

NOMINATE a CSC C harity Is there a local children’s charity that resonates with your heart? Nominate the organization to receive donations from the MAC’s Charitable Society for Children in 2018. Since its inception in 2005, the CSC has donated $263,649.45 to 36 St. Louis area children’s charities. Last year, the CSC donated $8,768.70 to each of its three charities. To be eligible for nomination, the charity must be: F Local to the St. Louis metropolitan area F Non-denominational F Family-oriented with emphasis on service to children F For human welfare (not animals) To be considered for a nomination, submit the following documentation by email to csc@mac-stl.org or snail mail to Missouri Athletic Club, Attn: Katie Maurer, 405 Washington Ave, St. Louis, MO 63102.

The deadline for nominating a 2018 charity is Friday, Oct. 20.

Nominations must include: F A one-page fact sheet about the charity F A completed budget showing how the CSC’s donation will be spent F A copy of the organization’s IRS letter of determination as a 501(c3) F A copy of the organization’s most recent Form 990 that was submitted to the IRS (excluding schedules and attachments) Each nominator must give a five-minute pitch presentation to the CSC selection committee on Thursday, Nov. 2 beginning at 7:30 a.m. at the West Clubhouse. Please RSVP your intent to attend. For more information, contact CSC chairman Nat Walsh at 314-614-4366 or nwalsh@stltitle.com or co-chair Jarid King at 314-249-0871 or jaridking@hotmail.com.

THURSDAY, NOV. 9 11:15 a.m. Reception and military exhibits 12 p.m. Luncheon and program $27.50 per person Downtown Clubhouse Register online or call 314-539-4470.

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A PROUD HISTORY Founded in 1868, the New York Athletic Club is among the world's most celebrated private clubs. Its unique combination of top-class sporting and social facilities has drawn members from all over the world, who number in the region of 9,200. The NYAC's history has been interwoven with that of the Olympic Games; indeed, NYAC members have won 271 Olympic medals. Of those, 151 have been gold. Presently, the NYAC boasts top-ranked competitors in wrestling, judo, rowing, fencing, water polo and track and field, among other sports. Sixty-eight NYAC members competed for four countries at the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro, winning 23 medals. Two NYAC athletes competed in the Rio Paralympic Games that same year, returning home with one gold medal. It goes without saying that the NYAC boasts athletic facilities that compare with the finest imaginable, all of which are open to members and guests, be they Olympians or fitness enthusiasts. The Club's social and dining facilities are as renowned as its athletic accomplishments. In the City House, located in mid-town Manhattan, the Main Dining Room has stunning views of New York's Central Park, while the Cocktail Lounge and Tap Room have an ambiance that is uniquely welcoming. Most of the NYAC's 187 overnight guest rooms are refurbished and are comparable with the finest accommodations in New York City. The close proximity of the City House to New York's Theatre District, 5th Avenue, Times Square, Central Park and many other must-see

areas of Manhattan make the New York Athletic Club the finest place for members of our reciprocal clubs to stay while visiting the Big Apple. For those visiting New York City on business, our Lobby Communications Center has everything you need, from private work space and meeting rooms to wifi enabled computers and a lounge in which to catch up on the news. Fifteen miles north of Manhattan, in Westchester County, is Travers Island, the NYAC's country home. Comprising a 33-acre facility overlooking the Long Island Sound, Travers Island offers amenities for tennis, swimming, boating and field sports, plus many other outdoor activities. An expansive, brand new Fitness Center is alive with activity every day of the year. The Club House at Travers Island also offers dining facilities ranging from the elegantly casual to the truly opulent. In 2018, the NYAC will celebrate its 150th anniversary with events and activities commemorating a uniquely storied history. The culmination of the celebrations will be a City House-wide gala taking place on September 8th, the very date of the NYACâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s founding. Reciprocal club members may make guest room reservations by calling (800) 699-3293 or (212) 767-7135. You may also e-mail reservation@nyac.org. A letter of introduction from your club will be required when checking-in at the NYAC. To learn more about the New York Athletic Club, please visit www.nyac.org.

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WIN ST. LOUIS BLUES APPAREL Hockey season has started! Help the Missouri Athletic Club show its support for the St. Louis Blues as they prepare for their season opener by posting a video of your best “Let’s Go Blues!” chant at the Club to the MAC’s Facebook, Instagram or Twitter accounts (@macstlouis) with the hashtag #LGBMAC. All who post a video will be entered in a raffle drawing to win Blues logoed apparel. The contest ends Wednesday, Oct. 4 as the Blues kickoff the 2017-18 season! The winner will be announced Thursday, Oct. 5.

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Hours. In addition to serving up great drink specials, Celebrate 50 years of the St. Louis Blues at the launch of sports columnist and these events are a great opportunity to meet new author Dan O’Neill’s new book, “When the Blues Go Marching In,” which members and introduce friends and colleagues to the chronicles the team’s history. Hear from O’Neill and Blues alumni regaling the Club. No reservations are required. humble beginnings and early expansion-team nights, dramatic ups and downs, and the on-going quest to capture an elusive Stanley Cup Championship. West (Poolside) Downtown Through stories and photos, “When the Blues Go Marching In” captures the Saturday, June 14 Wednesday, June 25 magic—the color, the characters, and the excitement. Register Saturday, July 12 online. Wednesday, July 23

Ride the MAC Shuttle to Blues Games Remember to catch a ride on the MAC’s shuttle from the Downtown Clubhouse to the Scottrade Center and back for all St. Louis Blues home games. Grab dinner and drinks in the Jack Buck Grille before or after the game.

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SPECIAL VETERANS DISPLAY In honor of Veterans Day, each clubhouse will display a different military-themed art collection throughout October and November. WEST CLUBHOUSE The Soldiers Memorial Military Museum and Missouri Historical Society presents St. Louis Takes to the Seas. The exhibit will feature U.S. Navy ships bearing the name of our city and their history. From the earliest ship built in 1828 to the planned Freedom-class combat ship, the name St. Louis has endured and left a lasting legacy.

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