Missouri Athletic Club, Cherry Diamond, September 2016

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Features

Missouri Athletic Club Founded in 1903

7 Member Spotlight

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13 Hermann Trophy Watch List

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16 Your Home Away from Home 18 Wedding Special Section 25 Honoring Our Veterans

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27 Foundations’ Focus

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

8 Fine Dining 10 Athletics 14 Fitness Focus 28 Clubs Within the Club

29 MAC Past 30 Around the Club 32 Snapshots

ON THE COVER: The MAC’s boutique hotel rooms exude a sophisticated yet cozy feel.

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The dollar amount that the Summer Ladies A Tennis Interclub donated to the Charitable Society for Children.

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new reciprocal club (The Tampa Club) has been added to the MAC’s list of partnerships.

Read more on page 17.

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new wines of the quarter debut in the Jack Buck Grille; check them out on page 8.

overnight guest rooms are available at the Downtown Clubhouse.

Read more about other services that the Club offers on page 16.

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UPCOMING EVENTS

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Note: The West Clubhouse pool closes for the season at 6 p.m. on Labor Day.

September

Associates’ Happy Hour (WE) Thursday, Sept. 8 Showoff your new bar by inviting a friend for hors d’oeuvres and drink specials at 1903.

5:30-7 p.m.

Golf Club Championship Thursday, Sept. 8 Men and women will compete in both a Championship (Scratch) and Handicap Division during the annual Golf Club Championship. Hors d’oeuvres and prizes will follow!

1:30 p.m.

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

Ballroom Dance Lessons (DT) Sept. 13, 20, 27, Oct. 4 Oct. 11, 18, 25, Nov. 1 Dance instructor, Lucy Fitzgerald, presents four ballroom sessions.

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

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

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

Oktoberfest (DT) Friday, Sept. 23

Craft beer and specialty brats are only part of the fun at this year’s Oktoberfest. Partake in this exciting and well-attended annual event sponsored by the Craft Beer Club and Mark Saturday, Sept. 10 Twain Society!

The triathlon consists of a 300-yard swim, 12-mile bike ride, and a three-mile run. This 6-9 p.m. year’s event includes a relay option with each $30 per person, inclusive team member completing a leg of the race.

Jake’s Leg Poolside Concert (WE) 6:30 a.m.

Saturday, Sept. 24 Members: $60 per person, inclusive Jake’s Leg, a 40-year-old St. Louis band, Guests: $75 per person, inclusive performs a poolside concert! An optional $100 per relay team dinner buffet and cash bar will be available.

Price includes race entry and post-race 5-7 p.m. – Dinner buffet and cash bar breakfast buffet.

7 p.m. – Concert $20 per person, concert only, $25 at the door $40 per person, concert and dinner, $45 at the door

Seventh Annual Sprint Triathlon (WE)

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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Tuscan Wine Dinner (DT) Friday, Oct. 7 Spend an evening in Italy with a four-course dinner prepared by Executive Chef Bart and wines presented by Gazzoli.

6:30 p.m. – Reception 7 p.m. - Dinner $45 per person, inclusive for Wine Society members $60 per person, inclusive for non-Wine Society members

Squash Mixed Doubles Invitational (WE) Friday-Sunday, Oct. 7-9 Come out to watch eight of the top pros in the world compete including Manek Mathur, Dana Betts, Fernanada Rocha, Mike Puertas

and the MAC’s very own Adam Bews.

Contact Adam Bews at 314-539-7440 or abews@mac-stl.org for more information.

Trunk-R-Treat (WE) Sunday, Oct. 23 This spooktacluar evening is filled with fun activities and entertainment for the whole family! Decorate your vehicle and bring candy to pass out to the costume-clad kids from the trunk of your car. An optional dinner buffet is available for $13 per adult and $7 per child (ages 5-12).

4-7 p.m. F $10 per vehicle

Billikens Basketball Luncheon (DT) Wednesday, Oct. 26 Meet Saint Louis University’s new basketball coach Travis Ford at the annual Billikens Luncheon as he previews the 2016-2017 season.

11 a.m. - Registration 11:30 a.m. - Luncheon 12:15 p.m. - Program $30 per person, inclusive

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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Sage Advice There is an investment strategy commonly known as “selling on good news,” which states that shareholders should sell their stock and take profits after a company reports good earnings or some other positive news. Why wait for the inevitable bad news that will send the stock plummeting? In essence, take the money and run. I suppose there is some truth to that. And I suppose during the 113-year history of the MAC, we could have “sold on good news” on several occasions. Remember when we had 5,000+ members? Remember when corporations could deduct private club dues? Well, IRS rules change. Times change.

Our Club has changed, but not because we took the money and ran. We don’t believe in short-term thinking. We believe in tradition and history. We believe in being part of the fabric of St. Louis, both in its past and in its future. We believe in continuing to improve and advance our great Club. To that way of thinking, I prefer the investing advice of Warren Buffet:

When we own portions of outstanding businesses with outstanding managements, our favorite holding period is FOREVER. So, as members, lets “hold our portion” of the MAC FOREVER and promote the GOOD NEWS that our Club has to offer. Here’s this month’s Presidential Bullet points detailing the GOOD NEWS I see: The green foundations’ chits have raised more than $12,000 in one-time donations to 4 F Cherry Diamond F SEPTEMBER 2016

date, including $2,500 from one member!

Thank you to our generous donors.

Our foundations’ All-Star Program also launched in August. Our Board and senior staff are fully invested! Will you join us in supporting our three foundations?

Have you met Morgan Franke in our membership department yet? You should. She has been with us for six months and is making a big impact.

Although some state governments can’t approve a balanced budget (I’m looking at you Illinois), your elected MAC Board of Governors can. At our August Board meeting, we approved the budget for fiscal year 2017, which starts Sept. 1. The budget includes aggressive, but realistic, targets for revenues and membership gains and continues to pay down debt at a significant pace. The budget also includes a 3% dues increase, which will be reflected on your September statement. The Board believes this increase, roughly $6 per month per member, is essential to the financial health of our Club.

A big thank you to Governor Andrew Carter and Finance Chair Duffy Dunn who worked diligently alongside CFO Larry Absheer and Accounting Manager Pam Roth to get the budget right. Thanks team!

1903 revenues have been above “plan” in our first full two months of operation. A pattern we think will increase come fall thanks in part to our beautiful patio. Come enjoy a glass of wine outside!

Speaking of 1903 have you ordered a “President Robertson” cocktail from our mixologist Dianna yet? You’ll be glad you did.

Lastly, I received preliminary drawings this week detailing our future athletic upgrades/ expansion. While they are truly preliminary, nothing is set in stone yet; it is exciting to envision the transformation of our athletic spaces at both locations. Stay tuned!

Let’s continue to work together to “hold our investment FOREVER” and push the Club forward.

In service,

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

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

Class of 2018 F Talmage Newton F Tim Powers F Mike Schoedel F Paul David Shuff Jr. F Tim Slater

Troy Robertson, President Missouri Athletic Club

Class of 2019 F Andrew Carter

Follow me @Macpres101 on Twitter.

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P.S. Warren Buffet also said, “I try to buy stock in businesses that are so wonderful that an idiot can run them. Because sooner or later, one will.” For my part, I’m working hard to make sure he’s not talking about me!

F Aaron Pawlitz F Keith Phoenix F David Smith

Welcome New MAC Members from July!

Ahner, Chris: Missouri General Insurance Agency; 1227 Fern Ridge Parkway, St. Louis, MO 63141; Res: 9 Willow Hill Road, St. Louis, MO 63124

Shively, John (Tavia): Emerson; 8000 W. Florissant Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63136; Res: 12427 Ridgefield Drive, Des Peres, MO 63131

Albert, Austin (Amanda): Development Strategies; 10 S. Broadway Suite 1500, St. Louis, MO 63116; Res: 3888 Humphrey Street, St. Louis, MO 63116

Toohey, Ross (Erin): 2e Creative; 411 N. 10th Suite 600, St. Louis, MO 63101; Res: 3 Lynne Court, St. Louis, MO 63132

Bardot, Kyle (Jennifer): HM Benefits and Risk; 8235 Forsyth Blvd Ste. 1200, Clayton, MO 63105; Res: 1136 North Geyer Road, Kirkwood, MO 63122 Butler, Richard (Mary): Retired; Res: 60 Muirfield Court, St. Louis, MO 63141 Mack, Eileen: Retired; Res: 774 W. Oak Drive, St. Louis, MO 63122 Markenson, Katie (Michael): SLU Law; Res: 7512 Cromwell Drive Apt. 6, Clayton, MO 63105 Meland, Karl (Angie): Foam Supplies Inc.; 4387 North Rider Trail, Earth City, MO 63045; Res: 111 Ridge Crest Drive, Chesterfield, MO 63017 McGinn, Shawn (Sarah): Wells Fargo Advisors; 2801 Market Street, St. Louis, MO 63103; Res; 11 Brazillian Court, St. Louis, MO 63124 Moshiri, Michelle (Maz): Laura McCarthy Real Estate; 29 The Boulevard, St. Louis MO 63117; Res: 10 Country Life Acres, St. Louis, MO 63131

Zimmer, Tyler (Ellen): Kaldis Coffee; 3983 Gratiot Street, St. Louis, MO 63110; Res: 9360 Pine Avenue, Brentwood, MO 63144

Thank you

to the following members for sponsoring new members to the Club in July.

F Tim Powers F Patrick Alban F John “Jack” Flynn F Steve Spewak F Lou Bonacorsi F Brian Westre F Todd Keske F Lizzy Dooley F Michelle Moersch F Jay Steinback F Mollie Dieffenbach

SEND US YOUR SELFIE Name recognition is important to the MAC staff, which is why we are requesting headshots from all of our members to upload into our database.

To submit your photo, please email a high resolution .jpeg file to Morgan Franke at mfranke@mac-stl.org or visit the membership office to have your photo taken.

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

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GENERAL MANAGER’S COLUMN

When so many good things are happening at the Club, writing this column is easy. I enjoy using this space to extend shouts of praise and accolades to the many great members and employees associated with the MAC. With a Club as multi-faceted as ours, many people positively impact a number of areas, and while the roles of member versus staff are quite different, together everyone makes this organization great.

I want to start with a flashback to 1996 when Jerry Maguire made the phrase, “Show me the money!” famous worldwide. That same year, the MAC was singing a similar tune when the decision was made to hire Larry Absheer as Chief Financial Officer.

Since then, he has managed the Club’s finances and related entities. You could characterize him as the captain, keeping this great ship (and occasionally me) out of troubled financial waters, or a roughrider who reigns in the wild horse. Either way, he is a man of much accomplishment. After joining the staff at the MAC, Larry established the City and Athletic Club Financial Executives organization (CACFE) to advance the profession of club financial management by fulfilling the educational, informational, and related needs of its members. The organization is hosting its 20th gathering at the MAC this September. Controllers from major athletic clubs all across North America will be joining us at the MAC for a three-day summit. When not busy improving the quality of club life, Larry enjoys spending time with his wife Jane 6 F Cherry Diamond F SEPTEMBER 2016

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and his dog Scooter. In August, Larry celebrated 20 years with the MAC, and we celebrated him as an invaluable member of our staff. Please join me in thanking Larry for his 20 years of dedicated service.

Another staff member deserving of praise is Crystal Nelson who was recently promoted from Rooms Coordinator to Guest Service Manager at the Downtown Clubhouse. Crystal has been promoted multiple times since she began working for the Club in 2007.

This is just a testament to her strong work ethic, problem-solving skills, positive demeanor and professionalism.

When you see her smiling face in the lobby or at the front desk, please join me in congratulating Crystal on this well-deserved promotion.

I also want to give a shout out to two of our staff members who epitomize the spirit of the MAC. In the past, I’ve unofficially given Michael Gray the title Ambassador of Happiness because he exudes pleasantries to all who come into contact with him.

His charming nature makes him an excellent addition to our membership team, and similar to Najah Fennoy, he understands our Club’s values of tradition, community and culture.

Najah is well educated in finance and uses her knowledge to search for catering and hotel opportunities as our Director of New Opportunities.

Speaking of tradition, community and culture, we just wrapped up the first annual Foundations’ Month. The Cherry Diamond went to print before the golf tournament finale, but I want to thank everyone who helped kickoff the All-Star program by pledging a one-time or monthly gift to the foundations. To see the outpouring of support and commitment for our foundations is just incredible. The Board of Governors and senior staff members are all committed. Also, read the stories on page 27 about other thoughtful gifts from our members.

Another person with a great eye for the financial future of the Club is Treasurer, Duffy Dunn. Since joining the Board of Governors three years

ago, he has worked very hard to help balance the budget and given thoughtful, strategic consideration to the dues increase mentioned in President Robertson’s column. We are extremely appreciative of his hard work, and want to extend a warm, heartfelt congratulation to him and his wife Megan on the recent birth of their baby girl.

Another member involved in the strategic planning for the Club’s future is Brandon Dempsey who is working closely with Governor Beckette on the Planning Committee. Brandon, thank you for your personal dedication to this endeavor. Also, I want to congratulate him and his wife Adriene on the recent birth of their daughter.

To the many other members and staff who appreciate and embody our values of tradition, community and culture, I extend my sincerest thanks.

You know who you are; keep up the good work. Separate but together; we make this organization great.

See you at the Club,

Wally Smith, General Manager Missouri Athletic Club

LARRY ABSHEER CELEBRATES 20 YEARS AS CFO FOR THE MAC.

MEMBER SPOTLIGHT

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Get Your Shine On

Member Spotlight: Ryan Freeman Ryan Freeman enjoys many facets of the MAC and offers advice for introducing others to the Club.

CD: How long have you been a member of the MAC? RF: I have been a member for six years.

CD: Have you held any events at the Club? If so, why did you choose the MAC? RF: Yes, I have held several business functions at the Club and a few social gatherings. The Downtown Clubhouse is a great location for larger business meetings.

CD: How have you utilized the Club since joining?

RF: I workout at the Downtown Clubhouse on weekday mornings. There is a great group of members there every day. I frequently meet in the Jack Buck Grille before Cardinals and Blues games, and I have also brought my family to events like the Father Daughter Dance and Breakfast with Santa.

CD: Have you joined any Clubs Within the Club? If so, which ones? If not, do you plan on joining any?

RF: Yes, I am a member of the Rod and Gun Club and have attended some of the Business Development Group meetings.

CD: Have you brought any new members to the Club? What advice would you give to fellow members in their recruitment efforts?

RF: I have introduced several people to the Club throughout the last six years. If you invite them to the Club for dinner, drinks, an afternoon at the pool, or even a workout, the amenities speak for themselves.

WITH A SHOE SHINE Just now getting those fall and winter shoes out of the closet and finding that some need repairs?

Shines and repairs are available at the Downtown Clubhouse! Those at West can be dropped off at the Pro Shop to be taken downtown.

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FINE DINING

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Jack Buck Grille Fall Promotions

Downtown Wines of the Quarter

Dine in the Jack Buck Grille during the month of September and enjoy these wines by the glass or by the bottle. $10 per glass ✦ $38 per bottle

Rosso IGT Toscana This wine is characterized by an intense ruby red color with purple hues and is incubated 10 months in oak casks.

Tasting Notes: This wine has a gorgeous, round, delicate flavor with a nice tannic structure and long finish.

Aroma: The aroma is elegant and complex with intense notes of red fruits, hints of spices and flowers.

Pairing: This wine works well with all snacks, hot and cold white meat, and braised fish and cheeses.

Roero Arneis Docg Vigne Sparse 2011 Hailing from the Southeastern region of Italy, these grapes are harvested, pressed in a soft and controlled atmosphere, fermented for 15 days and then aged five months on the lees in stainless steel vats.

SEPTEMBER IS MEMBER APPRECIATION MONTH As a thank you to all MAC members, the Jack Buck Grille will offer threecourse dinners every Friday and Saturday night in September for $19.99 per person. Prime rib will be served on Fridays!

Make a reservation online or by calling 314-539-4417, and enjoy a superb night at the Club!

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

JBG DEBUTS OCTOBER PRE-FIX MENUS The Jack Buck Grille will debut a new pre-fix menu the weekends of Oct. 7 and 8, 14 and 15, 21 and 22, and 28 and 29. German beef stew, roasted pork loin, and smoked troutstuffed tomatoes are just a few of the delicious items that will be available.

Go online to My MAC > Dining > Dining Calendar to view the full menu for each weekend!

To make a dining reservation, register online or call 314-539-4417.

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Vermouth: It’s Not Just for Martinis A Look into the World of Apéritif

By Nichole Miller-Kirk, Certified Wine Specialist In any dining situation, there are so many opportunities to perform pairings that complement the dishes we have chosen to enjoy. Apéritif is an offering that I feel has fallen by the wayside over the years, but for me, I never begin a dinner without one.

Apéritif are intended to insatiate the palate; something that will make you salivate and open up the taste buds to prepare for the onslaught of flavor about to commence.

Apéritif is never any single type of alcoholic beverage but can be fulfilled by a number of various possibilities: fortified wines, liqueurs, vermouths and dry champagne are the most common.

At 1903, we carry a vast array of options that fit this category. Vermouth, being my favorite, is an aromatize, fortified wine that begins with a neutral base spirit and is then infused with any number of botanicals: barks, herbs, roots and so forth. Most consumers are familiar with vermouth in the sense that it is an ingredient in many cocktails, mostly in martinis. But to enjoy a vermouth on the rocks with a twist is a perfect start to an amazing meal and in certain instances it can be an incredible pairing given the right culinary counterparts.

There are two main styles: French and Italian. The French styles tend to be more on the sweet side with elements of delicate flowers and hints of citrus while the Italian vermouths tend to be more on the dry side of the spectrum. Dolin Blanc, hailing from Chambery France, has this delicious marzipan sweetness with notes of bright Meyer lemon that when served on ice is a cocktail in and of itself. In the Italian camp, we offer such examples as Aperol for that more savory and bitter option. Aperol is made of orange, gentian root and rhubarb and while having a citrus note is bitterer than its French counterparts. Aperol is often seen in a spritzer with the addition of a dry sparkling wine, but on its own is quite a flavorful experience.

While creating the offerings at the 1903, I wanted to be sure to include a vast array of Apéritif in order to showcase these delectable liqueurs and their many applications.

In an effort to make these more accessible, we will offer Apéritif flights in two, three and four pour options. Come on in, and let us pour you a flight. We can explore their many properties together…one sip at a time. Cheers!

Take a Sip at 1903

THESE 1903 LIBATION PROMOTIONS ARE SURE TO SATISFY ANYTIME OF THE WEEK.

SECOND TUESDAY WINE TASTINGS AT 1903 Beginning in September, 1903 will host wine tastings the second Tuesday of every month (third Tuesday in November due to the election) from 5:30-7:30 p.m. The $15 entry fee includes a pre-fix menu paired with wines selected by the in-house wine specialist. Wines will be available for purchase at the retail price; the entry fee will be applied towards any purchases made. A six-bottle purchase receives a 10% discount and the purchase of a case receives a 15% discount.

1903 HAPPY HOUR Every week from 4-6 p.m., Monday through Thursday, enjoy red and white sangria specials for $6 per glass and $20 per bottle, and Pinot Noir and Pinot Grigio for $7 per glass and $25 per bottle. Special draught beers will be offered as well as $3 domestic bottles and $5 rails with choice of mixer. Chef-featured appetizers will be available for $8.

1903 SOMMELIER SELECTIONS Daily features include $4 draught beers, and red and white wines for $7 per glass and $25 per bottle.

Swirl, Sniff and Sip Mark the calendar for these upcoming wine-themed events at the Downtown Clubhouse!

WINE WEDNESDAYS Enjoy a special wine menu every Wednesday in the Jack Buck Grille!

SIP, SAVOR AND CHOCOLATE An evening of extravagant manned food stations and wines presented

by Linda McGovern with Major Brands.

WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 24 F 6-8 p.m.

F Downtown Clubhouse F $25 per person, inclusive for Wine Society members F $30 per person, inclusive for non-Wine Society members Register online or call 314-539-4470.

TUSCAN WINE DINNER Enjoy an evening in Italy with dinner by Executive Chef Bart Philipps and wines presented by Gazzoli. For the full menu, login to the MAC website and click on the Dining Calendar.

FRIDAY, OCT. 7 F 6:30 p.m. – Reception F 7 p.m. – Dinner F $45 per person, inclusive for Wine Society members F $60 per person, inclusive for non-Wine Society members F Downtown Clubhouse F Passed hors d’oeuvres served with Pignolletto Emilia F Main course served with I Sodi del Paretaio Chianti and N’Antia Toscana Rosso F Dessert served with Vin Santo del Chianti Register online or call 314-539-4470.

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MAC ATHLETICS

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Junior Fall Programming Fall into some of the best junior programs the city has to offer.

Golf

Yoga

JR. WEEKEND GOLF CAMP This weekend camp for juniors is designed to get the rank beginner playing quickly. This class covers putting, chipping, pitching, irons, woods/driver and etiquette/rules. Students must purchase their own range balls.

YOGA GIRLS This series of four open-level yoga classes is designed for teenage girls seeking a healthy approach to building strength, both mentally and physically, and finding relief from anxiety and stress. In this class led by Bethany Bogosian, girls will learn breathing techniques (pranayama), become more self-confident, and enjoy the support and friendship of an all-female environment.

F Sept. 10 and 11, 17 and 18 F 3-4:30 p.m.

F Big Bend Golf Center F $99 per weekend F Ages 6-12 Register at www.stlouisgolflessons.com and use password MAC2016GOLF to access the MAC member page.

SNAG AFTER-SCHOOL GOLF PROGRAM Kids grades K-3 learn full swing, putting and chipping with U.S. Kids Top 50 instructor, Eva Chaffin.

F Sept. 12, 19 and 26 F 5-6 p.m.

F West Clubhouse Gym F $89 Register at www.stlouisgolflessons.com and use password MAC2016GOLF to access the MAC member page.

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F Saturday mornings for four weeks beginning Sept. 24 JUNIOR GOLF F 10:30-11:45 a.m.

F West Clubhouse spinning room F $40 per teen F Register online.

KIDS AFTER-SCHOOL YOGA SERIES Kids will enjoy an interactive yoga experience. Yoga at an early age helps children learn about their bodies, teaches them how to breathe better, quiet the mind, gain focus, and improve coordination, strength and flexibility.

F Tuesday evenings for four weeks beginning Sept. 20 F 4:15-5 p.m.

F West Clubhouse racquetball hallway F $40 per child F Ages 5-7 F Register online.

Junior Fall Tennis Schedule

Squash

Register for a fun and educational tennis season at the West Clubhouse.

Junior clinics such as Elite Squash, High Performance, Youth Performance, and private lessons are offered for all skill levels and age groups from 5 years up to 17 years old.

KIDS’ TENNIS PIZZA PARTIES F Fridays, Sept. 9, Oct. 7, Nov. 11 and Dec. 2 F 6:30-9 p.m.

F $16 per child per night TOTS TENNIS (AGES 5-7) F Session One | Sept. 6-Oct. 31 F $140 per child F Monday from 4-5 p.m.

F Wednesday from 4-5 p.m.

F Friday from 4-5 p.m.

F Saturday from 9:30-10:30 a.m.

Login to the website and click on Athletics > Squash to view the fantastic offerings the Club provides to juniors.

Fall Youth Group Swim Lessons

FUTURE STARS (AGES 8-11) F Session One | Sept. 6-Oct. 31 F $140 per child F Monday from 4-5 p.m.

F Friday from 4-5 p.m.

F Saturday from 9:30-10:30 a.m.

F No classes held on Sept. 5 F All sessions include Saturday match play from 4:30-5:30 p.m.

JUNIOR HIGH PERFORMANCE (AGES 11-14) F Session One | Sept. 6-Oct. 31 F $260 per child F Tuesday from 4-5:30 p.m.

F Thursday from 4:30-6 p.m.

F Friday from 5-6:30 p.m.

F No classes held on Sept. 5 F All sessions include Saturday match play from 4:30-6 p.m.

VARSITY PERFORMANCE (HIGH SCHOOL) F Session One | Sept. 6-Oct. 31 F $260 per participant F Tuesday from 5:30-7 p.m.

F Thursday from 6-7:30 p.m.

F No classes held on Sept. 5 F All sessions include Saturday match play from 3-4:30 p.m.

HIGH PERFORMANCE (AGES 11-14, INVITATION ONLY) F Session One | Sept. 6-Oct 31 F Monday from 4:30-6:30 p.m.

F Wednesday from 6:30-8:30 p.m.

F No classes held Sept. 5 F All sessions include Saturday match play from 3-4:30 p.m.

PEAK PERFORMANCE (AGES 11-18, INVITATION ONLY) F Session One | Sept. 6-Oct. 31 F Monday from 6-8:30 p.m.

F Wednesday from 4:30-7 p.m.

F Thursday from 5:30-7:30 p.m.

F No classes held on Sept. 5 F All sessions include Saturday match play from 1:30-3 p.m.

Note: Price is per child and includes one day of the week per session.

Register online.

Contact Kenny Powell at 314-539-4403 or kpowell@mac-stl.org with any questions.

Kids learn the basics of swimming during this six-week session instructed by MAC head swim coach Lauren Fonseca and staff.

F Oct. 15-Nov. 19 F Ages 4-5: Saturday from 1:30-2:15 p.m.

F Ages 6-12: Saturday from 2:30-3:15 p.m.

F $60 per person for the six-week session

Register online. Contact Rick Schneider at 314-539-4434 or rschneider@mac-stl.org for more information.

Friday Night MACtivities Resume Friday night MACtivities for kids ages 5-13 resume at the West Clubhouse on Friday, Oct. 7 from 5:30-8:30 p.m.! Kids engage in activities and occasional sports sessions with pros.

DOWNTOWN ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT FALL/WINTER HOURS Beginning Tuesday, Sept. 6, the athletic department hours are as follows: F Monday-Friday: 4 a.m.-9 p.m.

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

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

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Men’s Open Tennis Event The MAC tennis department will hold a men’s open tennis meeting on Wednesday, Sept. 14 at 6:30 a.m. at the West Clubhouse with the hope of turning it into a regular offering. Play will last for one hour. Come meet other tennis players and enjoy the sport!

Contact Kim Steinmetz with any questions at ksteinmetz@mac-stl.org or 314-539-4413.

Junior Team Tennis Excels

The summer of 2016 was another successful year of Junior Team Tennis at the MAC. Youth ages 6-18 participated in the program that placed MAC tennis players up against other local clubs in a fun, competitive environment. Notable finishes include the 10 Beginner team, coached by Andy Coon, who won second place at districts; the 14 Silver team, coached by Will Brown, who won first place in the regular season and at districts; and the 14 Advanced team, coached by Max Shapiro, who placed first in the regular season and second at districts and sectionals.

TENNIS TIP When watching the best male and female tennis players in the world, the “feeling” these players exude is apparent. The best volleys happen when tennis players let the racquet absorb the pace of the received ball, similar to catching a baseball in a mitt. Students should attempt to stop the tennis ball on the racquet by opening the racquet strings slightly towards the sky and laying their wrists back (fingers pointed up and back). A good result is a ball that pops straight up into the air or just completely stops in place. Executing this move is the first step in developing the “feel” in the volley, which then translates into increased control and accuracy.

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(LEFT) ZACH AND ALEX LAZENBY PLAY A RACQUETBALL GAME; (RIGHT) ANDREW OTTO AND HIS DAD, JEFF.

Racquetball Program Influences Juniors’ Lives

By MAC member, Thomas Elfrink Racquetball at the MAC provides an opportunity for friendly competition for participants of all ages and skill levels. This is especially true for two families who watched their children develop from young novice players into championship-level players with the assistance of their fathers and MAC racquetball professional, David Schwent.

Jeff Otto started bringing his son Andrew to play racquetball in the MAC’s Tuesday night league when Andrew was 13 years old. He competed against players who were older and had much more experience playing racquetball, but Andrew kept learning and improving his game with assistance from his father Jeff, Dave Schwent and other helpful members of the racquetball league. Eventually, Andrew progressed to play competitively at DeSmet High School. He finished in the top three in the state championships all four years of high school and was named All-State in his senior year. In college, Andrew played racquetball for Indiana University and Saint Louis University. While at SLU, he helped his team finish in the top 10 of the National Racquetball Championship.

Dr. David Lazenby and his sons Zach, Alex and Nick are also MAC members who excel at racquetball. Dr. Lazenby coached Parkway Central High School Racquetball for 10 years. His oldest son, Nick, won varsity doubles.

Alex, the second oldest son, was a two-time All-State player and high school All-American his senior year. Lazenby’s youngest son, Zack, was a three-time All-State racquetball player and three-time All-American player while at Parkway Central. He finished high school as number one seed in the state with a 49-1 record, which is the most wins for a number one seed in Missouri State High School Racquetball’s 40-year history.

PGA Junior League Wins Championship Congratulation to the MAC’s PGA Junior League team for winning the league championship! Maria Palozola will now be the All-Star team captain. The following five MAC players attained spots on the All-Star team: Timmy Powers, Gabe Ducey, Darren Teh, Alex Miller and Sage Bradshaw. Steady play from Annie Lauber, Andy Teh, Hank and Grant Walbert, Joseph Medley, Cole Long and Kaleb Dentinger helped propel the team to first place.

MAC Hermann Trophy Watch List Announced A total of 64 NCAA Division I soccer players from around the country have been named contenders for the 2016 MAC Hermann Trophy Watch list.

The MAC Hermann Trophy is the most prestigious individual award in college soccer presented annually to one male and one female player. The winners will be announced at the MAC’s awards banquet on Friday, Jan. 6.

Twenty-four of the 36 women’s players on this year’s Watch List were 2015 All-Americans, led by West Virginia’s Kadeisha Buchanan who was also one of three finalists for last year’s Hermann Trophy. Buchanan was a member of Canada’s national team that competed at the Rio Olympics. Four former MAC Hermann Trophy winners (Christen Press, Kelley O’Hara, Crystal Dunn and Morgan Brian) represented

the U.S. at the Olympic Games.

Of the 28 men’s players on this year’s Watch List, a dozen earned 2015 NSCAA All-American recognition.

Four were semifinalists in last year’s Hermann Trophy voting including SMU junior Mauro Cichero, UC Santa Barbara junior Nick DePuy, Denver senior Reagan Dunk and Seattle junior David Olsen.

From a pool of 30 players voted on by NCAA Division I coaches, six finalists (three men, three women) will be invited to the MAC for the banquet.

To keep up on the latest news about the MAC Hermann Trophy, visit www. machermanntrophy.org Get connected with the Hermann Trophy – show your support for college soccer’s version of the Heisman Trophy.

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Summer Basketball League A Slam Dunk

L TO R: JOHN BREMER, CURRAN HAMMACK, ALEX METZGER, TOM SEHY, CAPT. JARID KING, DANIEL CLINARD, AND MIKE EVELER. NOT PICTURED: TIM MCGOWAN.

The summer basketball league at the Downtown Clubhouse concluded with the championship game on Aug. 9. The winner of the summer open league was the team captained by Jarid King that beat the team captained by Sean Larson 68-36 in the championship game. Joel Rotramel (Team Larson) led the league in scoring with an average of 23.9 points per game (PPG) Nathan Stonner (Team Wells) finished second with 22.5 PPG, Matt Scoggins (Team Bauer) finished third with 21.7 PPG, Mark Ommen (Team Hippler) finished fourth with 21.4 PPG, and Jeff Wehmer (Team Bauer) finished fifth with 20.0 PPG to round out the top five in scoring this summer.

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FITNESS FOCUS

» Speed and Agility Clinic for Kids Sign the kids up to join Courtney Hutt at the Downtown Clubhouse for a fiveweek speed and agility clinic on Saturday mornings. Register online.

Saturdays, Oct. 1-29 9-10 a.m. $75 per child

Seventh Annual Sprint Triathlon Returns to MAC The MAC’s annual sprint triathlon is around the corner so start training now! The triathlon consists of a 300-yard swim, 12-mile bike ride, and a threemile run. This year’s event includes a relay component with each team member completing in a leg of the race. Register online or call 314-539-4453.

SATURDAY, SEPT. 10

6:30 a.m. – Transition area opens 7 a.m. – Mandatory safety meeting 7:30 a.m. – Race begins West Clubhouse Members: $60 per person, inclusive Guests: $75 per person, inclusive Price includes entry fee and post-race breakfast buffet

Adult Swim Training Train with instructor Nick Divan to increase stamina and elevate your swimming skills while exercising.

Register online. Contact Rick Schneider for more information at 314-539-4434 or rschneider@mac-stl.org.

Sundays, Oct. 2-Nov. 20 10:30-11:30 a.m. $100 for the eight-week session Downtown Clubhouse

Optimal Performance Training (OPT) This 16-week clinic is designed specifically for adolescents focusing on a progressive approach to fitness. Each four-week session will get progressively harder and more advanced. Class includes warm-ups, foam rolling, core strength, core power, plyometrics, ladders drills and injury prevention exercises.

Begins Sept. 6 Tuesdays and Thursdays, 4-5 p.m.

Saturdays, 12-1 p.m. $15 per class West Clubhouse Call 314-539-4453 to register.

Fitness Tip

Increasing the difficulty of an exercise doesn’t mean lifting heavier weights.

Try changing the tempo of the repetition and the angle of the weight while performing an exercise.

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THIS SUMMER AT THE UC 5 STAR SERVICE FOR YOUR FRIENDS, FAMILY AND COLLEAGUES Visit the Mansion on Sixteenth Street to relax and replenish in any of our 60 renovated guest rooms and suites - perfectly paired with the sophistication of our Club. Everything we have to offer will excite you and your guests all under one roof. Our Pub and two dining venues feature a variety of cuisine specially prepared

by Exective Chef Tim Loveland and his culinary team that are sure to satisfy any palate. Indulge in a massage at Sage Spa, relax in the 25 meter Swimming Pool, hit the Squash Courts or sweat it out in our state of the art Fitness Center.

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YOUR HOME Away from Home The MAC’s hotel and partnerships with national and international reciprocal clubs offer members a private club experience at many popular destinations.

Make the most of your membership and utilize these clubs when traveling.

AT HOME Whether traveling for business or pleasure, the Missouri Athletic Club covers all the bases. Offering a historic, boutique hotel experience in the heart of downtown St. Louis, the MAC boasts its own hotel featuring 80 overnight guest rooms perfect for business clients, out-of-town family members or a simple staycation.

WHILE AWAY Traveling nationally or internationally is a breeze with the Club’s collection of about 80 national and 10 international reciprocal clubs. A few selections are highlighted on the next page, as well as a brand new addition: The Tampa Club. All offerings listed provide overnight accommodations. Note: Members are required to attain a letter of introduction from the MAC’s membership department before booking at a reciprocal club. A letter of introduction is good for 30 days and determine whether the member is in good standing.

Visit the MAC website at mac-stl.org/hotel for more information or to book a room.

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NATIONAL CLUBS

Algonquin Club – Boston, Mass.

The Union League Club – Chicago, Ill.

Traveling to Boston? Stay at the Algonquin Club, a sophisticated destination offering top-notch amenities.

Phone: 617-266-2400 • www.algonquinclub.com

The club is a timeless home away from home that opens the door to opportunities for MAC members, providing an excellent experience just a short drive away.

Phone: 312-427-7800 • www.ulcc.org

Balboa Bay Club – Newport Beach, Calif.

MAC members can utilize Newport Beach’s waterfront club during travels! Offering expansive fitness centers and activities to enhance the active lifestyle, the Balboa Bay Club has it all.

Phone: 949-645-5000 • www.balboabayclub.com

Milwaukee Athletic Club – Milwaukee, Wis. This multiple Five-Star Platinum Award club is a relaxing retreat in Milwaukee. MAC members can rest assured knowing all will be taken care of during their stay.

Phone: 414-273-5080 • www.macwi.org

The Union League Club – New York, N.Y. Taking a trip to the Big Apple to sightsee or for business? Then stay at the Union League Club! This social club, cherished by its members, offers a unique experience to MAC members that travel to New York.

Phone: 212-685-3800 • www.unionleagueclub.org

New! The Tampa Club – Tampa, Fla. Perched high above Tampa in the heart of downtown is the Tampa Club, a business and social club favored by prominent Tampa families since 1981. This successful club appeals to a multitude of individuals with varied needs, and since its founding it has thrived on that diversity.

MAC members are welcome to experience the club firsthand during their travels.

Phone: 813-229-6028 • www.tampaclub.com

INTERNATIONAL CLUBS

Country Club at Healesville – Healesville Victoria, Australia

Sloane Club – London, England

MAC members traveling around the world can relax at this country retreat nestled in the picturesque Yarra Valley. A range of leisure, dining, accommodations and event options are available.

Phone: 03-5962-4889 • www.racv.com.au

The Sloane Club is perfectly situated for MAC members to sample the great range of shopping, sightseeing, dining and entertainment that London has to offer.

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Eat, Drink andBe Married Planning a dream wedding comes down to the details – by Rebecca Biundo Many dream about their wedding day years before meeting their spouse.

The wedding fantasies often begin in childhood with the coupling of Barbies and Beanie Babies or a faux ceremony on the playground. Fast-forward about 20 years to the actual engagement, and those fantasies are no longer so fanciful. From the cake to the shoes to the color scheme to the food, the pressure is on, and heads begin to spin.

Few will deny that planning a wedding is stressful. From finding the perfect dress to narrowing a guest list to picking a venue, it’s no wonder many brides, grooms and their parents feel overwhelmed. However, selecting the right venue and vendors can really ease the stress. The Missouri Athletic Club is a highly acclaimed wedding venue. Read the excerpts from some truly satisfied patrons, and get some planning tips from our Cherry Diamond:

BUDGET While number crunching may be the least fun part of wedding planning, it is essential for setting expectations and planning purposes. One of the biggest factors to consider when budgeting is the number of guests to

invite. It’s probably safe to assume that approximately 80% of the invited guests will attend. Take that number and multiply it by the amount of seating, food, drink, programs, favors, thank you notes, etc. and watch the expense grow.

Also, consider the cost of invitations, postage, and the size of the venue needed to accommodate everyone.

From there, determine a budget for attire, flowers, photography, music, bridal party gifts, transportation, honeymoon and all of the other extras!

TIME AND PLACE Once an approximate headcount has been established, then begin researching venues that have space to accommodate the bridal party, family, and guests and have availability on the bride and groom’s preferred date or season.

SEASON OF LOVE When planning a wedding, everything centers on the availability of the chosen date: preferred venue, caterer, photographer, florist, musicians,

We had a truly wonderful and memorable experience at my daughter’s wedding reception. The ballroom was spectacular and the service from the entire staff for the reception, dinner, and bar service was impeccable. Compliments to the Chefs for the terrific food, presentation, and beautiful as well as tasty wedding cake. Even the shuttle exceeded our expectations. From the beginning of the process, the MAC wedding planners are to be commended for their outstanding performance…a hearty thank you to the MAC staff for creating a night we will never forget.

– Jim W.

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The experience was absolutely etc. Choose a venue and save the date quickly. Whether selecting an amazing, and we could not important day or just a favorite season, have picked a better venue pick a month that works best for the for the magical experience. bride and groom. The time of year will also influence numerous planning You were a great partner for us, and your team did a really factors. While a wedding in October may feature pumpkin centerpieces nice job from beginning and longer attire, a summer wedding to end with the event. Our should have adequate air conditioning and shorter dresses. guests were in awe of the Missouri Room and the event VENUE went off without a hitch.

Some couples will want separate venues for the ceremony and reception The food was fantastic (and served HOT which is always a while others prefer to host both at the same place. Some dream of an challenge for 300+ guests). It outdoor wedding, while others prefer was the best weekend of our the reliability of indoors. While size and availability of the space are key lives, and you and your team initial factors to consider, the bride and were a huge part of making groom must also consider the ambiance. that happen—THANK YOU. From churches to traditional, elegant You and your team exceeded ballrooms to trendy, natural barns, the varieties of venues run the gamut. our expectations.

– Jim B. Some other details to consider include

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accessible parking and overnight accommodations for out-of-town guests.

PINSPIRATION Once some of the practical pieces of wedding planning have been established, brides and grooms should look for inspiration to give their celebration a personal flare. Today’s wedding inspiration comes from places such as reality TV shows, bridal magazines, Pinterest, The Knot and other wedding websites galore! To help manage the plethora of ideas, create a board—online or physical—and save ideas to incorporate into the big day.

While many TV shows can be over the top and unrealistic, inspiration can come from binge watching a handful of “Four Weddings.”

DO IT YOURSELF While discovering inspiration for centerpieces, flowers, decorations, favors and much more, some may seem simple enough and cost-effective

to make yourself. Before getting started, get answers to these questions: F Do you have the time?

F Do you have the skills?

F What is the actual cost of materials and time?

Do-it-yourself is great if the final product doesn’t cause added stress, break the bank, or look homemade with finished. Before committing, find some good step-by-step tutorials and make a few test samples to determine if this is the best route. If it’s not, but store bought doesn’t seem to be an option, consider hiring a crafter to bring your inspiration to life.

There are no words to describe the feelings that we all have as we reflect over the wedding. Everything about the whole evening and weekend was amazing, and we want to thank you from the bottom of our hearts. The bride and groom were blown away! They could not stop smiling! Our guests were so impressed. If I heard it once, I heard it 220 times – the room is gorgeous, the food phenomenal (really phenomenal), cake delicious, and so on. The service was spectacular, and all of the details were in place. Thank you from the bottom of our really grateful, smiling hearts. You are the best!

– Anne F.

COLOR ME MARRIED

if the bride and groom prefer a more complex flavor, choose a cake with a little more decadence. It’s your cake and you’re going to eat it, too.

While orange may be the new black, it may or may not be the perfect hue for a wedding color scheme. Colors may seem like a small detail, but they can be central to planning the décor and ambiance of the ceremony and reception and often align with the decision to go classical or trendy.

Keep in mind that trendy colors may make wedding photos look dated over time. However, marriage is all about longevity so let the years show!

PIECE OF CAKE It has been said that you can’t have your cake and eat it too, but it’s your wedding so do both! As a longstanding tradition of weddings, cake or cupcakes, which have become trendy, is an important detail not to miss. Taste different cake combinations and decide on the winning flavor. A classic flavor may be an instant hit with guests, but

#YOURNAMEPARTYOFTWO #YOURNAMEWEDDINGPUN #WEDDING #YAY Hashtags: the epitome of the modern wedding. It’s likely that most weddings will now ask you to tag pictures on social media with a hashtag. This way the bride and groom can see everyone’s photos instantaneously. If deciding to include a hashtag for your wedding, make it clever and punchy to leave a longer lasting impression; keeping it simple so it’s easy to remember.

THINK ABOUT DRINKS While open bars have been a staple of weddings throughout the decades, many couples are now opting for a limited bar menu, offering unlimited beer and

wine and a specialty mixed drink. A consumption bar, much like an open bar, is where the host pays for each drink rather than a one-time fee. Cash bars are less popular because it requires guests to pay for their own drinks.

However, a soft bar includes wine, beer and champagne, all paid by the host. If you want to include spirits on the limited bar menu, offer a white bar, which serves clear and white alcohols including white wine.

PUMP UP THE JAM When it comes to dancing, the one thing everyone needs is great music. Whether hiring a DJ, a live band, or using Spotify, the playlist is key to getting the party started. Each type of entertainment brings its own energy. A DJ is a surefire way to hear great music, have personalized introductions and enjoy the Macarena. A live band brings a certain energy that recorded music cannot.

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It was a great celebration, and it could not have turned out any better. Your team did a fantastic job, and we could not be more pleased! Your professionalism in all the details was exceptional, and we are most appreciative.

– Diane H. While more expensive, a live band offers a special performance customized for a special night. Alternatively, making a playlist is becoming more and more popular with modern weddings. Playlists can significantly cut music costs, ensure the bride and groom will hear their favorite tunes, and the volume level can be easily controlled. Just designate a trustworthy person to monitor the music so the bride and groom and focus their attention elsewhere.

DO YOURSELF A FAVOR Traditionally, guests receive party favors at the end of the wedding. The favor can be anything from a bag of almonds to commemorative bubbles, just something thanking the guests for participating in the celebration.

Modern wedding favors include bottles of olive oil, personalized koozies, sunglasses and more.

OH SNAP! Hire a photographer/videographer that will capture all of the memories and special moments. From the “I dos” to the first dance to dancing the night away, every moment counts. Make a checklist of must-have shots and talk with the photographer about not missing a single moment.

EXTRAS Activities like photo booths and newlywed games have become increasingly popular at wedding receptions. Add some extra flair by including fun stations like a candy bar, date night jar or even a unique guest book. Any of these extras can put a personal spin on the traditional wedding and leave guests and the newlyweds with memories to last a lifetime.

While there are many different combinations to the perfect wedding, there is only one combination that makes your day, your day. There are many options for every aspect of a wedding so planning can be a bit overwhelming. However, your big day doesn’t have to be as stressful as one may think.

MISSOURI ATHLETIC CLUB When brides, grooms, and their families look for a classically elegant setting and high-quality experience to host a wedding or a reception, the aesthetics and service of the Missouri Athletic Club far exceed expectations.

Popular wedding websites such The Knot and Wedding Wire have praised the MAC, calling it “the best place in St. Louis to house a wedding reception.” The MAC has also received

innumerable accolades from morethan-satisfied brides, grooms and their families who have hosted their weddings or receptions at the Club.

Excerpts of their appreciation are noted throughout this section.

Initially, brides, grooms and their families are stunned by the grandeur of the MAC’s beautiful Missouri Ballroom with its ornate tray ceiling, magnificent chandeliers, crystal sconces and floor to ceiling windows. A cosmetic viewing balcony overlooks a marble dance floor.

Three projectors are available for use or can blend into the room when retracted.

The ornate ballroom can comfortably accommodate up to 400 guests.

Beyond the beauty, when couples book their reception at the MAC, they can expect experience, service and amenities, including a multiplecourse meal service, four-hour open bar, passed hors d’oeuvres, a custom wedding cake created by the MAC’s pastry chef, the inclusion of linens, china, glassware, tables, chairs, and bars, complimentary self-parking in the MAC garage for all guests, and a personal event manager to assist throughout the planning process.

Depending on availability, the bride and groom can also take advantage of the following amenities: overnight guest rooms, shuttle service for the wedding party, ceremony setup, audio/ visual equipment, and uplighting.

For more information about hosting a fantastical wedding and/ or reception at the MAC, contact the Catering Department at 314-539-4470.

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F Timelessly elegant ornate ballroom for ceremonies or receptions.

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

F Hotel rooms to accommodate the newlyweds and their guests.

F Shuttle service for the wedding party.

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MAC Meeting Corner

By Director of New Opportunities, Najah Fennoy, MBA

I attended a workshop a few weeks ago with Jill Farmer on the topic of reclaiming your time, and it had been a few months since my last professional development workshop! With key takeaway points to incorporate into my daily routine, the workshop refreshingly shifted my thought process and the way I approach daily tasks.

Did you know that according to the National Education Association, professional development should be required throughout the career of professionals? “Professional development programs should provide employees opportunities to gain and improve the knowledge and skills important to their positions and job performance.” One of the most compelling reasons is that achievement depends on an individual’s KSA (knowledge, skills and ability). Appropriate training and resources are vital to the quality of work and results expected from an employee.

Did you hear a dynamic speaker this summer or attend a workshop that would be valuable to your staff or company’s KSA? Have you or your company considered providing a strategic update on a skill or product but just haven’t had the time? Can you afford to go another year without “sharpening” your staff’s tools? Why wait another year?

Let the Catering Team at the Missouri Athletic Club make your business our business! We challenge you to change things up this year. All we ask you or your company to do is secure the presenter and let us plan your meetings! Need a small meeting space? We have it. Need a larger meeting room? We can accommodate. Have an A/V request? We have it on-site, plus overnight rooms and two shuttles for those extended meetings or retreats. Don’t forget the challenge…contact me today at 314-539-4448 or nfennoy@mac-stl.org.

Holiday Parties • Awards Ceremonies • Luncheons

Host Your Company’s Holiday Festivities at the MAC! Inquire about special pricing for company holiday parties booked Monday through Wednesday during November, December and January.

Call 314-539-4470.

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Veterans Day Commemoration THURSDAY, NOV. 10

2016 Annual Veterans Day Commemoration organizations, presentation of the On Thursday, Nov. 10, the MAC, in Honored Veteran of the Year, recognition partnership with the Rotary Club of of employers who St. Louis, will host its support the military annual Veterans Day veterans and other awards Commemoration to to recognize and honor salute all those who have our nation’s veterans. served our country – Nominations for the remembering especially Veteran of the Year will those who gave the be accepted until Sept. ultimate sacrifice for our 30. The nomination form freedoms. and submission criteria Gen. Darren W. is available on the MAC McDew, Commander, website under My MAC > U.S. Transportation Member Documents.

Command, is the Submit nomination guest of honor and keynote speaker this forms by Friday, Sept. 30 year. USTRANSCOM is to Katie Maurer at: GEN. DARREN W. MCDEW the single manager for Missouri Athletic Club, global air, land and sea transportation for c/o Katie Maurer, 405 Washington Avenue, the Department of Defense.

St. Louis, MO 63102, fax to 314-539-4496 The day’s events will include exhibits or email kmaurer@mac-stl.org. from a variety of military and veteran

11:15 a.m. – Exhibits and cash bar 12 p.m. – Lunch and program $27.50 per person, inclusive Downtown Clubhouse Register online or call 314-539-4470.

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Join the ranks of MAC members who have served in the U.S. Military. Entrants do not have to be combat veterans. The Honor Roll will be published in the November Cherry Diamond. Provide your name, branch and years of service to Katie Maurer at kmaurer@mac-stl.org or call 314-539-4402.

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MAC Serves Up Billikens Basketball Meet Saint Louis University’s new basketball coach Travis Ford at the annual Billikens Luncheon. Since coming onboard in the spring, Coach Ford has hit the recruiting trail and been focused on returning the Billikens to their winning ways. Enjoy lunch, listen to Coach Ford preview the upcoming season and ask questions about his plans for the program.

State championships in the 2015-16 school year — boys track and field, football and girls tennis

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Open House Saturday, October 22 Registration at 9 am Presentation begins at 9:30 am

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WEDNESDAY, OCT. 26 11 a.m. – Registration 11:30 a.m. – Luncheon 12:15 p.m. – Program $30 per person Downtown Clubhouse Register online or call 314-539-4470.

SUPPORTING CHILDREN IN NEED: MAC’s Charitable Society for Children The Missouri Athletic Club has three foundations that epitomize our values of tradition, community, and culture.

An extension of the Sports Foundation’s outreach to the community is the MAC’s Charitable Society for Children (CSC), which is also a Club Within the Club (CWC). On an annual basis, the CSC selects three local children’s charities to provide monetary support. The Cherry Diamond strives to highlight each charity throughout the year, and this month is focused on the Maggie Welby Foundation.

The Maggie Welby Foundation was created to honor the life and memory of Maggie Welby by providing financial aid to children in need so they can follow Maggie’s example of living life to the fullest. In 2005, seven-yearold Maggie Welby died suddenly of a brainstem subependymoma, a rare tumor that affects the brain and

central nervous system. Prior to her death, Maggie was an outgoing, bubbly child with a big heart. Maggie left a strong impact on her friends and family. Shortly after her death, her parents, Jim and Jamie Welby created the Maggie Welby Foundation to assist families with financial aid.

More than a decade later, her family continues to focus on helping children, kindergarten through twelfth grade, through financial aid. They have funded more than $500,000 in scholarships and grants since starting the foundation.

To learn more about the Maggie Welby Foundation, go to www.maggiewelby.org.

For more information about the MAC’s Charitable Society for Children, login to the MAC website and go to www.mac-stl.org/pvtclubs-within-theclub or Social > Clubs Within the Club.

Dynamic Donations The Summer Ladies A Tennis Interclub won their past season and donated their winnings to the Charitable Society for Children! Special thanks to Robin Garlich, Suzi Yannakakis, Julie Reinauer, Allie Zumwalt, Carla Burkart, Donna Krutzman, Melissa Kantrovitz and Suzi Yannakakis for helping support the CSC. Five philanthropic youngsters from the MAC sports camp decided to raise money for the Foundation for the Arts and offered “massages” for money!

They donated $11.88 (matched with $12 from West Clubhouse manager Darrin Harnetiaux) and exemplified the importance of giving to the foundations! Way to go!

Nominate a 2017 CSC Charity The deadline for nominating a 2017 Charitable Society for Children charity is Saturday, Oct. 29. Submit all materials by email to csc@mac-stl.org or snail mail to Missouri Athletic Club, Attn: Katie Maurer, 405 Washington Ave, St. Louis, MO 63102.

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 501c3 F A copy of the organization’s most recent Form 990 that was submitted to the IRS

NOMINATION CRITERIA To be eligible, 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)

The selection committee will review the St. Louis BBB website to verify the organization’s status as a charity

NOMINATION PROCESS & MATERIALS Deadline: Saturday, Oct. 29, 2016 To be considered for a nomination, MAC members or staff should submit the following documentation via email to csc@mac-stl.org or mailed to Katie Maurer at the address above.

F A one-page fact sheet about the charity

PRESENTATIONS Thursday, Nov. 3 7:30-9:30 a.m.

Town and Country Room at the West Clubhouse F Call Katie Maurer at 314-539-4402 to RSVP to attend F Each nominator will give a five-minute pitch presentation to the CSC selection committee For more information, contact chairman Nat Walsh at 314-614-4366 or nwalsh@stltitle.com or co-chair Jarid King at 314-249-0871 or jaridking@hotmail.com.

THE YOUNG PHILANTHROPISTS: CAROLINE COBAUGH, VIOLET COBAUGH, OLIVIA STRONG, ANGELIC STRONG AND FRANCESCA GIARDINA (FRONT).

Join the All-Star Team Foundations’ Month has passed, but support for the foundations continues!

Access the pledge form by logging into the MAC website and clicking on the Foundations header. Become a part of the All-Star team of givers today!

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» Golf Club Championship

CLUBS WITHIN THE CLUB

Join fellow members for the Golf Club Championship comprised of men and women’s categories for both a Championship (Scratch) and Handicap Division.

Hors d’oeuvres and prizes will follow!

Ballroom Dance Lessons Dance instructor, Lucy Fitzgerald, presents a four-class ballroom session consisting of various dance styles.

F Sept. 13, 20, 27 and Oct. 4 F Oct. 11, 18, 25 and Nov. 1 F 6:30-9:30 p.m.

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

Forever Young Visits the Neighborhood Grocer Why do supermarkets put milk in the back of the store? For those who wonder why food stores do what they do, come to the Forever Young Club meeting on Friday, Sept. 16. Speaker Tim Hollenbach is general manager of 114-year-old Straub’s Fine Grocers. He has been in the retail food business for more than 40 years, starting in 1974 as a bagger for National Supermarkets. At this great event, the group will learn how supermarkets plan everything from soup to nuts, and how a young man worked his way up through a store’s many departments to become general manager.

Join us at 11:30 a.m. at the West Clubhouse.

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

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

MAC Past Notable Women in MAC History

THE LADIES TOURED THE SHRINE OF ST. JOSEPH’S.

Explore New Places with the Lunch and Tour Group The Lunch and Tour Group celebrates its 10th year led by founding members Marie Salter and Eileen Hulsey. The group is going strong but always welcomes new members. Join this group of women, visit interesting spots around St. Louis, and gain new friendships.

Check out this upcoming Lunch and Tour Group event:

Christopher Hawken House and Museum F Tues., Sept. 20 F 11 a.m.

Although women weren’t allowed to become members until 1988, females did play a fairly large role in the Club FASHION SHOWS WERE VERY POPULAR throughout its history. Fashion DURING THE ‘60s shows were AND ‘70s. popular during the sixties and seventies.

One notable female member is Jackie Joyner-Kersee, who became an honorary member in 2014. The Olympic medalist played a key role in the Club’s involvement in last year’s Special Olympics Torch Relay.

View a historic display of women’s 1916 attire and placards discussing suffragist issues in this historic Webster Groves home. On the lower level of the Hawken House is a display of late 19th and early 20th century political buttons and memorabilia. Lunch follows at the Highway 61 Roadhouse and Kitchen. Invite friends!

Contact Marie Salter by Sept. 15 to register for this trip at 636-778-2257 or email pphred@swbell.net.

ALL ABOUT WOMEN:

The Women’s Initiative Committee

By Rebecca Biundo When the Missouri Athletic Club opened its doors in 1903, the membership was comprised solely of men. Since then, a perception persists that the MAC is a “men’s club.” However, in 1988, membership was extended to include women, and women have become active members of the Club since then. Women hold primary memberships, sit on the Board of Governors, chair Clubs Within the Club and committees, and use the facilities daily.

By 2009, women had become such valuable assets to club life that the Women’s Initiative Committee was created to further encourage female membership. The Women’s Initiative Committee is comprised of active female members who want to become more involved in the Club. From planning lunches to hosting book clubs to fencing, committee members encourage female members to join.

Upcoming events sponsored by the Women’s Initiative Committee include a “Sip and Shop” holiday shopping event on Nov. 16 and annual networking happy hour on Jan. 18. The annual Women of Distinction Luncheon will take place in April 2017.

To get involved with the Women’s Initiative Committee, contact committee chairperson, Anna DeSaix, at 314-330-8888 or email anna.desaix@yahoo.com.

JOYNER-KERSEE HOLDS THE SPECIAL OLYMPICS TORCH DURING LAST YEAR’S RELAY.

Another member who has influenced the Club and the surrounding St. Louis area is Dr. Blanche M. Touhill, who became DR. BLANCHE a member in the midM. TOUHILL sixties. Touhill was a Woman of Distinction honoree in 2014. Dr. Touhill felt a calling to become a teacher in urban, public and higher education schools early on in her life and was the first woman to journey through the tenure process at the University of Missouri-St. Louis. Touhill held the title of chancellor for 12 years and worked on obtaining funds for the university’s performing arts center, which was named in her honor.

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AROUND THE CLUB

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Jake’s Leg Poolside Concert

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

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

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Dive-in Movie a Success

Families gathered on Aug. 5 at the West Clubhouse pool for the annual Dive-in Movie! Zootopia was projected on a large, outdoor screen while the kids played in the pool.

Have a ‘Spook’-tacular Time at Trunk-R-Treat Adults and kids alike, wear your scariest or goofiest costume for this year’s Trunk-RTreat at the West Clubhouse on Sunday, Oct. 23 from 4-7 p.m.! Parents are invited to bring candy to pass out as activities, prizes, food and entertainment are offered for the kids. Don’t forget to decorate your vehicle. Vehicle entry is $10 each and an optional dinner buffet is available. To make reservations, register online or call 314-539-4490.

Join us September 29th for a FREE Webinar.

The MAC’s licensed massage therapists are available at both clubhouses and offer a variety of different massage techniques to meet members’ needs. Contact Rick Schneider at 314-539-4434 (DT) or Paul Helfrich at 314-539-4453 (WE) to make an appointment.

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Artist of the Month K A R I R U Z I C K A F R E Y FREYtography | www.karifreytography.com O beauty, ever-blazing in flower, field and face, you show yourself amazing in unexpected place.

– Delores Dulner Though a photographer from her high school days, thanks to her father introducing her to the art, Kari put photography on the back burner for some 24 years while she raised and homeschooled four children. Now, having entered the digital photography age, she has been honing her skills since 2012, and is especially fond of landscape and macro photography. She specializes in photographing St. Louis’ Tower Grove Park in all four seasons.

Interested primarily in nature, she is nonetheless open to capturing other subjects as well, such as people, businesses, architecture, small events and local parks. Camera in hand, when the morning or evening light is perfect, she’ll sometimes set out on photographic jaunts around St. Louis

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or while on vacation, seeing and capturing God’s creative beauty everywhere from the white blanket of a late spring snowstorm to the delicate blooms of spring. Her driving passion is to capture and put on display the incredible beauty of God’s creation. In doing so, she hopes to open eyes to the God-authored natural (and sometimes man-made) beauty around us, which can be seen in texture, line, pattern and color. Her work is an effort to draw people closer to Him for He is the ultimate standard of beauty. He gets all the glory and honor; Kari just revels in His handiwork.

If created things are so utterly lovely, how gloriously beautiful must be He who made them!

– Anthony of Padua Along the way, Kari has also had some small successes: winning some awards in contests, having two works of art included in the juried Manchester Arts Inside/Outside Art Exhibit (July 2016), getting published in newsletters, magazines and a Door County, Wis. photo book, selling cards and bookmarks at two local businesses, and earning posts on Facebook and Instagram.

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

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

Brandon Dempsey Presents at MAC

On July 28, goBRANDgo!’s Brandon Dempsey held a West (Poolside) Downtown presentation in theJune Art Lounge and discussed topics such Saturday, June 14 as Wednesday, 25 entrepreneurialism and business management.

His book, Saturday, July 12 Wednesday, July 23 Shut UpThursday, and Go! was during the event. Aug. 23 Aug.available 14 Saturday, 5-8 p.m. (RIGHT), DISCUSSES HIS BOOK WITH 1:30-4:30 BRANDON DEMPSEY FELLOW p.m.

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Snapshots BACK ROW: BRADEN DAVIS, TREY OWENS AND KENNY POWELL; FRONT ROW: KELLEY VAN ANTWERP, BRITT VAN ANTWERP, AMBER YEN, AND ALEX POZO ON THE LAST DAY OF THE SUMMER TENNIS CLINIC.

SEAN FINNIE READS AN EXCERPT ON MENTAL TOUGHNESS DURING THE TENNIS PEAK PERFORMANCE CLINIC.

DIETRICK SOOTER (BACK RIGHT) INSTRUCTS THE SPECIALTY BASKETBALL CAMP DURING THE SUMMER.

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THE ADVENTURE FIELD TRIP CAMP REACHES NEW HEIGHTS AT UPPER LIMITS ROCK CLIMBING GYM.

DON HREBEC AND RAY SPENCER SMILE FOR THE CAMERA.

GARY HINEGARDNER PRESENTS AT THE WOOD HAT WHISKEY TASTING.

JOHN LAMPING, ANNA DESAIX AND ANGIE MINGES ENJOY THEIR TIME AT THE WOOD HAT WHISKEY TASTING.

GRAHAM PATRICK HOWARD, THE ONE-YEAR-OLD GRANDSON OF KEVIN CANTWELL, RECEIVED HIS FIRST HAIRCUT AT THE WEST CLUBHOUSE.

RICK GARRETT, WALLY SMITH, GENA WILLIS, LARRY ABSHEER, PAM ROTH AND MAC PRESIDENT TROY ROBERTSON CELEBRATE ABSHEER’S 20TH MAC ANNIVERSARY WITH LUNCH AT THE SAINT LOUIS CLUB. See more photos on Facebook!

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