THE BRIAR CLUB MEMBER NEWSLET T ER APRIL-JUNE 2019
H O U R S O F O P E R AT I O N SPRING & SUMMER 2019
Front Desk
Dining
Fitness
Monday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Tuesday - Thursday 8:30 am - 8:00 pm Friday 8:30 am - 9:00 pm Saturday 9:00 am - 9:00 pm Sunday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
LOUNGE BAR
FITNESS CENTER
LUNCH Tuesday - Saturday 11:00 am - 5:00 pm Sunday 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Monday - Friday 5:00 am - 9:00 pm Saturday 6:00 am - 8:00 pm Sunday 7:00 am - 8:00 pm
Tennis
TENNIS COURTS Monday - Friday 5:00 am - 9:00 pm Saturday 6:00 am - 8:00 pm Sunday 7:00 am - 8:00 pm
THE BRIAR SHOP Monday - Thursday 8:00 am - 7:00 pm Friday - Saturday 8:00 am - 6:00 pm Sunday 12:00 - 6:00 pm
Aquatics FAMILY RESORT POOL April 2 - May 19 Tuesday-Thursday 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm Friday 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm Saturday 11:00 am - 8:00 pm Sunday 11:00 am - 7:00 pm May 21 - August 25 Tuesday-Sunday 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
COMPETITION & ADULT LAP POOL Monday - Friday 5:00 am - 9:00 pm Saturday 6:00 am - 8:00 pm Sunday 7:00 am - 8:00 pm
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DINNER Tuesday - Thursday 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm Friday - Saturday 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
LOUNGE DINING LUNCH Tuesday - Friday 11:00 am - 2:00 pm Sunday 11:00 am - 2:00 pm DINNER Tuesday - Thursday 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm Friday - Saturday 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
BC BISTRO LUNCH Tuesday - Friday 11:00 am - 2:00 pm Saturday 11:00 am - 5:00 pm DINNER Tuesday - Thursday 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm Friday - Saturday 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
BARRACUDA CAFÉ & BREEZES SPORTS BAR April 2 - May 19 Tuesday-Thursday 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm Friday 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm Saturday 11:00 am - 8:00 pm Sunday 11:00 am - 7:00 pm May 21 - August 25 Tuesday-Sunday 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
Youth HIDEOUT Ages 6 & Up Monday Closed Tuesday - Thursday 4:00 - 8:00 pm Friday 4:00 - 10:00 pm Saturday 9:00 am - 10:00 pm Sunday 11:00 - 6:00 pm Beginning May 23 Monday 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Tuesday - Thursday 9:00 am - 9:00 pm Friday - Saturday 9:00 am - 10:00 pm Sunday 11:00 - 6:00 pm
KIDS CLUB Ages 1 - 5 Monday 8:00 am - 12:00 pm Tuesday - Thursday 8:00 am - 9:00 pm Friday - Saturday 8:00 am - 10:00 pm Sunday 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
NURSERY 6 weeks - 1 year Monday 8:30 am - 12:00 pm Tuesday - Thursday 8:30 am - 12:00 pm 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm Friday - Saturday 8:30 am - 12:00 pm 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm Sunday 8:30 am - 12:00 pm
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From the General Manager From the President Welcome Home Class of 2019 Event Calendars D E PA R T M E N T N E W S
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Membership Upcoming Events Youth Fitness Aquatics Tennis
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THE BRIAR CLUB
FROM THE GENERAL MANAGER
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reetings, Briar Club family! It has been a great start to the year for the Club. We have two new additions to the team: Dustin Wade, our new Chief Financial Officer, and Mario Zambrano, our new Food & Beverage Manager. We are excited to have them on board, and they are ready to hit the ground running. If you see them around the Club, please say hello!
We are excited to announce the renovations coming to our green space. The Briar Lawn, located between the Clubhouse and Courts 1-3, has become the heart of our campus, with events, outdoor dining, and plenty of room for the kids to run and play. With these renovations, we aim to provide more consistent programming and additional space for you to come together with friends and family. Our current lawn is easily affected by rain and mud, so we will move from sod to artificial turf to allow us to hold events even after it rains. In addition, the artificial turf will prevent safety hazards from uneven grounds or exposed drains. We will add an additional Veranda, walkways, trees, flower beds, and picnicstyle seating. South of Westheimer, we will build Chef’s Garden, to expand our offering of local, homegrown ingredients. Chef’s Garden will be surrounded by a beautiful garden fence with greenery separating us from the busy world outside. Our goal is to be finished by Memorial Day, so we can fully enjoy the summer in this new space. Check out the rendering of our new space, or visit us online to view a larger version! We can’t wait to share this new area with you and look forward to seeing you soon.
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THE BRIAR CLUB
FROM THE PRESIDENT
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n January, I had the distinct pleasure and privilege to attend, briefly, the annual holiday party we hold for our employees at the Petroleum Club of Houston. We have a mutually beneficial relationship with PCOH that allows us to use each other’s facilities for employee functions. My purpose in being there was to deliver a short welcome and expression of appreciation, and to announce the 2019 Employee Scholarship program. As I watched our employees arrive in their holiday finery, greeting each other warmly and looking forward to an evening of dining, music, and dancing, I was impressed by the genuine affection and respect they have for each other. As we observe every day at the Club, these are really nice, hardworking folks who enjoy what they do and enjoy working with each other. When the time came, I told them that my message was simple. We deeply appreciate their efforts and their faithful service. I added that, just as our Board of Directors concerns itself with planning not just for this year but also three, five, or even ten years into the future, my personal hope would be that, at a similar event ten years from now, each of them would still be with us. The same principle applies, of course, to our Membership. The Briar Club is not just a well-appointed clubhouse in a nice campus with ample athletic facilities. It is a large and diverse family, and it is a unique institution with a terrific history and many great traditions, from our swimming teams to our tennis leagues and our special events. More than anything else, however, it is a place to meet and relax as friends, and one of our greatest traditions is our custom of getting personally acquainted and greeting each other by name. Just as you appreciate being recognized by staff members and other Members, I assure you that they feel the same. It is a challenge to get to know each other but it is well worth the effort. (I’m working on it; if I falter, please introduce yourselves.) We have many new families, and about a third of our Members have joined within the last three or four years. One important tool is our online Membership Directory. Whether it is learning more about that nice family you met by the pool, or arranging a playdate for your children, or scheduling a tennis match, the directory can help Members keep in touch with each other and enhance the experience. It is also a matter of safety and security. Our staff members need to be able to identify your children, match family members to each other, and know whom to contact in case of illness or emergency. Please take a moment to view your online profile and be sure it is complete. Each primary Member should provide at least one email address and one telephone number, each other adult Member of the family is encouraged to do the same, and every family member over 12 years of age should have a photo in the directory. We do not require contact information for children, for their protection, but every family member should at least be listed by name. We will greatly appreciate your assistance in this regard, and a little attention to this detail will enhance the experience, safety, and security for all of us. I look forward to seeing you at the Club. Thanks, and best regards. Rick Walton 2019 President, Board of Directors THEBRIARCLUB.COM | 4
WELCOME HOME We are delighted to introduce our newest members of the Briar Club and welcome them to their new home away from home. These Members joined us between December 2018 - February 2019. If you see them around the Club, be sure to give them a warm welcome!
John & Katie Arnoldy
Katherine & Joseph Cavanaugh
Timothy & Anna Davidson
Brandon & Keli Davis
Alexandra & Jon Kantalis
Edward & Kathryn Kovalik
February 2019
February 2019
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January 2019
January 2019
February 2019
February 2019
Will & Natalie Oliver
Keith & Ilse Rassin
Alexandra & Brody Rollins
Katherine & Patrick Sermas
William & Anita Smith
Ryan & Camille Stuckey
James Vesterman
Kimberly & Chris White
Michael Young & William Singleton
January 2019
January 2019
January 2019
December 2018
December 2018
December 2018
February 2019
February 2019
December 2018
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CLASS of 2019 From all of us at the Briar Club, we are thrilled to recognize our seniors of the class of 2019. We are so proud of you and your accomplishments, and are happy that you are a part of the Briar Club family.
We know that great things lie ahead for you in your future. Best wishes to all of you as you enter this next chapter of your life.
“Go conf idently in the direction of your dreams! Live the life you have imagined.�
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Ashton Anton
Braden Joshua Arnold
Lizzie Barringer
Walker Black
Emma Buckingham
Carter Buttram
Colton James Christ
Jack Day
Sadie Jensen
Clyde William Johnson
Son of Amy and Drew Anton Ashton is graduating from Sewanee University, where he was a member of the Sewanee lacrosse team. He is a Ecce Quam Bonum scholar.
Daughter of Cheryl and Ed Buckingham Emma will receive her Ph.D. in Classical Archaeology from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill after spending a year on a Fulbright research fellowship at the American School of Classical Studies at Athens.
Josephine Dodd
Daughter of Katherine and Michael Dodd Josephine is a graduate of St. John’s School. She is still deciding between several schools and scholarships.
Son of Marci and Mark Arnold Braden is graduating from the Emery/Weiner School. He plans to study video game design and development. He is active in musical theatre, and he is a member of the International Thespian Society and NHS.
Son of Ansley and Stephen Buttram Carter is graduating from Memorial High School in May 2019. He will be attending Texas Tech University in September.
Carolyn Hammond
Daughter of Patricia and Pearce Hammond Carolyn is graduating from Episcopal High School, where she was a four-year varsity player, varsity tennis captain, president of National Spanish Honor Society, and member of NHS. She plans to study international business and law.
Daughter of Tammy and David Barringer Lizzie is a graduate of Episcopal High School. She is currently deciding which college she will attend.
Son of Carol and Rod Christ Colton is a graduate of St. Thomas High School. He will attend the Mays Business School at Texas A&M University.
Daughter of W. Mac and Sue Jensen Sadie is a graduate of Episcopal High School, where she was a member of NHS, National Arts Honor Society, and the varsity field hockey and lacrosse teams. She will attend Auburn University and major in prenursing. Go War Eagle!
Son of Julie and Chris Black Walker is graduating from St. John’s School. He is currently deciding which college he will attend.
Son of Elaine and Tim Day Jack is a graduate of St. John’s School.
Son of Jenny and Mark Johnson Clyde is graduating from St. John’s School. He plans to attend college in the fall to study mechanical engineering.
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Mary Alex Khater
Granddaughter of MaryAnn and David McKeithan Mary Alex is a senior in IB at Lamar. She will attend University of Texas in the fall, majoring in Economics. She has attended Camp Longhorn for many years and will serve as counselor this summer.
Ethan Pesikoff
Son of David and the late Sarah Pesikoff Ethan is graduating from St. John’s School. He will be attending Yale University.
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Anna LeJeune
Daughter of Susanna and Andy Townend Anna is graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Investment Management from Lynn University in Boca Raton, Florida. She plans to pursue a medical device or pharmaceutical sales career.
Taylor Ranucci
Son of David and Kelly Ranucci Taylor is a graduate of Episocpal High School. He will attend the University of Arkansas in the fall.
Alexandra Lewis
Daughter of Pam and Jim Lewis Alexandra is graduating from St. John’s School, where she was a Peer Leader and co-captain of the volleyball, basketball, and lacrosse teams. She will attend Vanderbilt University in the fall of 2019.
Rebecca Rae Reza
Daughter of Blanca and Ray Reza Rebecca is graduating from Yale University with a Bachelor of Science with a Distinction in Engineering Science (Mechanical). While at Yale, she was a member of Tau Beta Pi, Pi Beta Phi, and the cheerleading team. Rebecca has accepted a position with Facebook.
Megan Elizabeth Niermeyer
Daughter of Sarah and Tom Niermeyer Megan is a graduate of St. Agnes Academy. She will attend the University of Texas at Austin in the fall.
Tuscan Savarino
Son of Shawn and Dominic Savarino A graduate of St. Thomas, Tuscan played two varsity sports and was president of NHS. To date, he has been accepted to the engineering honors programs at Villanova and Texas A&M, Colorado School of Mines, and UT Cockrell School of Engineering.
Lauren Marie Skyler
Samuel McCranie Smith
Kathryn Taylor
Sophie Thomas
Daughter of Denise and Monte Tinkham Lauren is graduating from the Duchesne Academy of the Sacred Heart. She received the National Charity League Senior Service Award and the National Student Leadership Award. She will be attending the University of Arkansas.
Daughter of Craig and Kathy Taylor Kathryn is graduating from Episcopal High School. She will attend Southern Methodist University. She was awarded a Distinguished Scholar scholarship and participated in competitive equestrian.
Son of Leigh and Reginald Smith Samuel is graduating from Episcopal High School in May 2019. He will attend New York University in the fall.
Daughter of Dolly and Jeff Thomas Sophie will graduate from Episopal High School, where she was on varsity all-conference team, SPC and a member of the Texas Pride field hockey travel team. She is committed to play field hockey at Northwestern University.
Sarah Elaine Smith
Michael Spedale
Jack Watson
Amy Worscheh
Daughter of Leigh and Reginald Smith Sarah is graduating from Southern Methodist University with a Bachelor of Arts in Corporate Communications. She will pursue a career in marketing/media relations in New York City, where she has interned for the last three summers.
Son of Lisa and Stephen Watson Jack is graduating from Strake Jesuit College Preparatory. He will be attending the College of Engineering at Texas A&M University.
Son of Dr. Jeanne and Gerald Spedale Michael is graduating from St. John’s School, where he was captain of the varsity football and swimming teams. He was honored by the Candlelighters Foundation as an Outstanding Sibling. He will attend Washington & Lee University.
Daughter of Sue and Mark Worscheh Amy is a graduate of St. John’s School. She plans to attend Davidson College in North Carolina, where she will be playing Division 1 field hockey.
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MEMBERSHIP LI N DA B ENSO N, D I RE CTO R O F MEMBER SH I P m e m be rsh i p @th e br i ar club.co m
This year, the Briar Club turns 70 years old! We have seen so many changes during this time and our Club has grown so much. We have expanded, renovated, built a new fitness center and pool, and added programs, events, and so many memories! The Club is only getting better, and we have you to thank for it. We are heading into pool season, which is always an exciting time of year! We have plenty of fun events planned around the Family Resort Pool, like Daddy & Me Pool Party, Dine & Dive Movie Nights, and our teen pool parties. Plus,
join us every Sunday starting May 26 for Sunday Night Cookouts, as our culinary team prepares a delicious buffet for you and your family to enjoy! With fun on the agenda, it is a great time to introduce the Club to your family, friends, or coworkers. If someone you know is interested in becoming a Member, please contact me or stop by my office. My door is always open and I love meeting your friends and family! See you around the Club!
member news I N MEMO RIA M Fred Carpenter 1940-2018 Member since 1971
Richard George Cunningham 1938-2019 Member since 1977 Mary Hill 1947-2018 Member since 1983
To share news for our New Arrivals or In Memoriam sections, please send an email to Allison Wagner, Marketing & Communications Manager, at communications@thebriarclub.com.
N EW ARRI VAL S Wells Kneisly
December 5, 2018 Son of Kenneth and Ashley Kneisly
Charles Witcher Stiver January 19, 2019 Son of John and Elizabeth Stiver
Banks William Siegfried
February 18, 2019 Son of Ryan and Amy Siegfried
Pierce Gardner Kilpatrick
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February 20, 2019 Son of Brian and Alyssa Kilpatrick
UPCOMING CLUB EVENTS APRIL sun
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sat
apr 13
sun
apr 14
thurs
apr 18 sun
apr 21
AFTERNOON HIGH TEA & MOTHER-DAUGHTER TEA
Join us for two tea services to suit all ages. Members, please note: this event has a 48-hour cancelation policy. Time: 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Pricing: Mother-Daughter Tea: $29.00++ Afternoon High Tea: $50.00++ Location: Magnolia Ballroom & Azalea Room
BRUNCH WITH THE BUNNY
The Easter Bunny is hopping into town! Members, please note: this event has a 48-hour cancelation policy. Time: Two seatings! 8:30 am - 10:30 am 11:30 am - 1:30 pm Pricing: Adults: $32.00++ Ages 12-17: $18.00++ Ages 4-11: $12.00++ Ages 3 & Under: $6.00++ Location: Clubhouse
CRAWFISH BOIL
M AY sun
may 5 sun
may 12
sun
may 26
We’re serving up freshly boiled crawfish and other New Orleansinspired fare! Time: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Pricing: Adults: $30.00++ Ages 4-12: $14.00++ Ages 3 & Under: $2.00++ Location: Family Resort Pool
mon
may 27
MEMBER MIXER
Mix and mingle with fellow Members and guests!
EASTER BRUNCH
Time: Seatings begin at 10:30 am Pricing: Adults: $42.00++ Ages 13-18: $24.00++ Ages 4-12: $17.00++ Ages 3 & Under: $1.00++ Location: Clubhouse
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with sunshine and margaritas! Time: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Pricing: Adults: $26.00++ Ages 4-12: $14.00++ Ages 3 & Under: $1.00++ Location: Family Resort Pool
MOTHER’S DAY BRUNCH
Treat Mom to a special brunch at the Club. Time: Seatings begin at 10:30 am Pricing: Adults: $42.00++ Ages 13-18: $24.00++ Ages 4-12: $18.00++ Ages 3 & Under: $1.00++ Location: Clubhouse
SUNDAY NIGHT COOKOUT Kick off summer with the first of our Sunday Night Cookouts! Time: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Pricing: Adults: $20.00++ Ages 4-12: $12.00++ Ages 3 & Under: $1.00++ Location: Family Resort Pool
fri
jun 7 sun
jun 16
wed
jun 19
MEMORIAL DAY COOKOUT Join us by the pool for lunch or dinner this Memorial Day! Time: 11:00 am - 2:00 pm & 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Pricing: LUNCH Adults: $22.00++ Ages 4-12: $10.00++ Ages 3 & Under: $1.00++
fri
jun 21
fri
may 31
FRIDAY NIGHT FAMILY NIGHT Hang out in your extended backyard! Enjoy sweet summer treats and burgers grilled to order. Time: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Pricing: Adults: $20.00++ Ages 4-12: $12.00++ Ages 3 & Under: $1.00++ Location: Briar Lawn
FATHER DAUGHTER DANCE Join us for our Father-Daughter Sweetheart Dance! Dads and daughters of all ages are invited to come out for dinner, dancing, and activities. Time: 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm Pricing: $29.00++ per person Location: Magnolia Ballroom
FATHER’S DAY COOKOUT
Join us for a special Sunday Night Cookout by the pool for Father’s Day. Dads eat free! Time: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Pricing: Adults: $28.00++ Ages 4-12: $12.00++ Ages 3 & Under: $1.00++ Location: Family Resort Pool
FAMILY BINGO
It’s Bingo Night! Join us for dinner, bingo games, good company and more. Time: 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm Pricing: Adults: $24.00++ Ages 13-17: $16.00++ Ages 4-12: $11.00++ Ages 3 & Under: $1.00++ Location: Magnolia Ballroom
DINE & DIVE MOVIE NIGHT
Grab your favorite float and join us for swimming, games, activities, and a movie on the big screen! A dinner buffet will be available for those who would like to eat before the movie. Time: 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm Buffet Pricing: Adults: $20.00++ Ages 4-12: $12.00++ Ages 3 & Under: $1.00++ Location: Family Resort Pool
DINNER Adults: $28.00++ Ages 4-12: $14.00++ Ages 3 & Under: $1.00++ Location: Family Resort Pool
Time: 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Pricing: Complimentary Location: Magnolia Ballroom
Celebrate Easter with a fun and festive brunch. Members, please note: this event has a 48-hour cancelation policy.
CINCO DE MAYO
JUNE
fri
jun 28
FRIDAY NIGHT FAMILY NIGHT Hang out in your extended backyard! Enjoy sweet summer treats and burgers grilled to order. Time: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Pricing: Adults: $20.00++ Ages 4-12: $12.00++ Ages 3 & Under: $1.00++ Location: Briar Lawn
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YOUTH G I NA DEPA M P H I LI S , DI RE CTO R O F YO U T H g i n a @ th e br i ar club.co m
Spring is here, and summer is right around the corner! I hope your family is able to join us for some new events like Family Yoga and Mommies & Tots Music Brunch. For all of our Minecraft fanatics, we will be hosting a special Minecraft -themed Kids Night Out! There is limited seating, so I recommend making a reservation as soon as possible. This summer, we will have Toddler Playdates on certain Wednesdays, and Laser Tag is back on Saturday, June 29th.
youth events
This summer we are making some changes to Summer Funtastik Camp Registration. When registering online or by email, please indicate your child’s age. We will try schedule different activities for our older kids. We know older kids have different interests and physical abilities, and we want all campers to have a great time! Please refer to the 2019 Spring & Summer Guide for additional information about camps, lessons, and swim team. The Youth Department wishes everyone a safe end of the school year and a fun beginning to summer!
sat
FAMILY YOGA
Time: 10:00 am - 11:00 am Location: Wellness Studio Ages: 5-9 years old Pricing: $25.00 per person
sat
MOMMIES & TOTS MUSIC BRUNCH
Time: 9:00 am - 10:30 am Location: Azalea Room Ages: 4 & Under Pricing: $40.00 per mom and child, $5.00 each additional child
sat
KIDS NIGHT OUT: MINECRAFT
Time: 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Location: General Purpose Room Ages: 7 & Up Pricing: $40.00 per person
sat
DADDY & ME POOL PARTY
Time: 10:00 am - 11:00 am Location: Family Resort Pool Ages: All ages Pricing: Complimentary
sat
KIDS NIGHT OUT: LASER TAG
Time: 6:00 - 9:00 pm Location: Sports Court Ages: 5 & Up Pricing: $35.00 per person
apr 6
apr 27 may 18 jun 15 jun 29
Build confidence and strong bodies as you develop a love for movement, relaxation, and mindfulness. A small reception will follow!
Make music together in this special brunch for moms and toddlers! Enjoy breakfast, a music class, and some play time.
Calling all Minecraft fanatics! Join us in this special Kids Night Out, featuring dinner, games, a Minecraft activity, and dessert! Play games, enjoy popsicles and swim with Dad at our pool party for all ages!
Laser tag is back! Ages 5-7 and 8 & Up will have dinner, dessert, and plenty of laser tag fun!
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MAKE SWEET Make this summer sweeter than ever by registering for summer camp! Registration is now online at thebriarclub.com. More information can be found in our 2019 Spring & Summer Guide. Camps fill up fast, so don’t wait - register today!
SWIM TEAM FUNTASTIK CAMP
COURTS & SPORTS
FUNTASTIK CAMP
CO U R TS & SPO R T S T E N N I S C A MP
S W I M T EAM FUNT AS T IK C AMP
FUNT AS T IK C AMP
Improve your game and have some serious fun this summer! Designed to foster a love for tennis and physical activity, this camp includes a lesson from a USPTA-certified tennis pro for your budding tennis star. Then, kids will play soccer, basketball, and other sports under the covered Sports Court and end each day with a dip in the pool!
Swim Team Funtastik Camp is the perfect way to play for our Barracudas swimmers and our Lil’ Barracudas! Kids will attend their swim team practice and play all day with tennis lessons, time in the Hideout, plenty of fun activities and lunch. Plus, every week is a special fun Friday with different attractions and
Have a blast this summer with Funtastik Camp! Your child will discover, create, play, and learn with diffrent sports, arts and crafts, and themed activities. Each week of Funtastik Camp is different, with themes ranging from sports to art to animals to... anything goes! Children will also play games, swim, eat lunch, and spend time in the Hideout.
WEEKLY FROM JUNE 4 - AUGUST 19 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Ages 5 & Up
WEEKLY FROM JUNE 3 - JUNE 21 8:30 am - 2:00 pm Ages 5 & Up | Swim Team & Lil’ Barracudas
activities!
WEEKLY FROM JUNE 24 - AUGUST 16 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Ages 5 - 12
WANT TO LEARN MORE? All the information you need about our summer camps, including pricing, attire, and schedules can be found in our 2019 Spring & Summer Guide. Scan the QR code to the left with the Camera app on your smartphone to view the electronic copy, or pick up a copy in our lobby the next time you’re at the Club! We can’t wait to see all of our Briar kids this summer!
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FITNESS A MY PAT T ER SO N, DI RE CTO R O F F I T NESS f i t n e s sd i r ecto r@th e br i ar club.c om
Happy spring! Let the new season motivate you to make a fresh start. What better time than spring to kick your fitness up a notch? Longer days and warmer weather provide the perfect motivation. You don’t have to start training for a marathon, either; as long as you’re getting more activity than you used to, you’re on the right track. Regular physical activity improves your mood, enhances the quality of your life, helps you burn off stress, and most importantly, it strengthens your body while it burns calories. Physical activity helps your body work the way it is supposed to. Even simple walking is a good, weight-bearing exercise that helps keep
welcome to the team CATHY STAERKER Group Fitness Coordinator Cathy is a Certified Personal Trainer with interests in weight loss, circuit training, and functional fitness training. A graduate of the University of Texas at Austin, Cathy enjoys spending time with family and friends, volunteering, hiking, enjoying good food, and listening to live music!
MISTY CHAMBERS Pilates Coordinator Misty is both a STOTT PILATES and Pilates Method Alliance Certified Pilates Instructor. She has been teaching dance for over 25 years! Prior to teaching, she worked in interior design. She loves to perform in local musical theatre, considers herself a foodie and loves to travel.
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muscles - including your heart - strong. Take advantage of the new Woodway treadmills in the Fitness Center or try a new piece of equipment that you haven’t tried before. We are on hand anytime for complimentary orientations to the Fitness Center. When spring showers hit Houston, try one of our Group Fitness classes! Our new spring schedule started March 1 and can be found on our website under the Wellness Center tab. Sweat once a day!
group f itness
Spring into Fitness!
AQUATICS JON DI LLER , D I REC TO R O F AQ UAT I CS poolm anage r@th e br i ar club.com
Summer is right around the corner again, and that means one thing at the Club: it’s swimming season! Our summer swim team, the Briar Club Barracudas, is a big part of the Club experience for our kids and many long-time Members recall their days on the team with fond memories. The Barracudas have a rich tradition of success and we are going for our sixth consecutive undefeated season this year!
their skills during our home swim meets in an exhibition swim before the meet starts! To register your child for either program, visit the Youth Swim Programs page under the Aquatics tab on thebriarclub.com, or contact us at (713) 622-3667 ext. 2126 or swim@thebriarclub.com. Summer swim team is a fun, recreational league where kids of all skill levels can work on becoming stronger swimmers while making lifelong friends. I hope that you and your families will get to enjoy the program this summer and help our team’s success continue!
To qualify for swim team, swimmers must be ages 5-14 and able to swim 25 meters of freestyle and backstroke independently. For those younger swimmers who are not quite there, we offer our Lil’ Barracudas program for ages 4-6. The Lil’ Barracudas get to show off
swim team practice & meet times PRE-SEASON SWIM TEAM
April 1-25 Pre-season is an opportunity for swimmers to get a “kick start” and is highly recommended for all new Members and new Barracuda participants.
Monday-Thursday
Children may attend 1-4 times per week. Please note on registration form which day your child will attend. 4:00 - 4:50 pm 7 & Under 5:00 - 5:50 pm Ages 8-10 6:00 - 6:50 pm Ages 11-14
AFTERNOON PRACTICES
SWIM MEETS
Monday-Thursday
Tuesday, June 4
April 29-May 31 4:00 - 4:50 pm 5:00 - 5:50 pm 6:00 - 6:50 pm
7 & Under Ages 8-10 Ages 11-14
Friday - Team Activity Day! 4:30 - 5:30 pm
All Age Groups
MORNING PRACTICES June 3-21
Monday-Thursday 9:00 - 9:50 am 10:00 - 10:50 am 11:00 - 11:50 am
7 & Under Ages 8-10 Ages 11-14
Friday - Team Activity Day!
9:00 - 10:00 am All Age Groups
at Houston Country Club
Thursday, June 6 at Forest Club
Tuesday, June 11 vs. the Houstonian
Thursday, June 13
vs. Lakeside Country Club
Tuesday, June 18
vs. Houston Racquet Club
Thursday, June 20
at River Oaks Country Club
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TENNIS BRE T T EM ER SO N, DI RE CTO R O F T ENNIS te n n is di r ecto r@th e br i ar club. c om
After what has been a very wet and dreary winter, we are hopeful for some warmer and drier spring weather that gets us all out on the courts as much as possible. Courts 4-9 have all undergone a complete resurfacing and are in prime condition for Members to get involved with our tennis programs and utilize the facilities with friends and family. Programming for the entire family is available with all standards and levels accounted for. If we see sustained demand, we aim to continue to evolve and improve your experience by creating new avenues for tennis participation. Our ladies’ intermediate and beginner leagues, as well as PIckleball clinics and leagues, have all been popular additions. Our Junior Development Program continues to thrive under the guidance of Head Tennis Professional Mike Alcott. Our new competitive group sessions for red ball players (ages 5-7) and green ball
players (ages 9-10) have been excellent additions and useful to prepare our players for tournament and team competition. The junior program aims to provide for the social player, but to also give kids the opportunity to advance their game to a competitive level if desired. Our Member-Guest tournament is the last weekend of April. Our ladies will compete in a doubles format on Friday, April 26, with the men on Saturday, April 27. This is a great chance to bring a friend to compete and network with other Members and their guests. We have limited space for this event, and it is sure to be a fun time so please sign up online or contact us for more information. I look forward to seeing all of you soon on the (new) courts enjoying some tennis! Cheers!
tennis news LEAGUE WINNERS Tuesday Men’s League Clark Lord Wednesday Ladies’ League Amy Munger Wednesday Ladies’ Beginner League Jacquelyn Cox Thursday Men’s League Steve Grace Friday Ladies’ Intermediate League Ashley Pope
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did you know? FUN FACTS
Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal, and Novak Djokovic have accounted for 52 of the 68 Grand Slam Men’s Singles titles since Federer won his first in 2003. Federer has won 20, Nadal has won 17, and Djokovic has won 15. That is a staggering 76.5% over the almost 17year span. They hold basically all the meaningful records in the men’s game and are continuing to be major factors (pun intended) in their 30s.
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Mother’s Day
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“Of all the gifts that life has to offer, a loving mother is the greatest of them all.” Mark your calendar and make plans to join us at our Mother’s Day Brunch on Sunday, May 12. Seating times at 10:30 am · 11:00 am · 11:30 am · 12:30 pm · 1:00 pm · 1:30 pm Make your reservations with our Receptionist beginning Friday, April 12 at 10:00 am.
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Presentation Ball
If you are interested in presenting your daughter or granddaughter who is a junior or senior in college at this year’s Presentation Ball, please contact Samantha Van Veen, our Assistant General Manager, at samantha@thebriarclub.com.
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2019 BOARD OF DIRECTORS
STAFF CONTACTS
Rick Walton
Daniel A. Moreno
President, Membership
Larry Labanowski
General Manager, COO manager@thebriarclub.com
Vice President, House/Legal
Samantha Van Veen
Orion Campbell
samantha@thebriarclub.com
Secretary, Aquatics
Assistant General Manager
Allison Wagner
Marketing & Communications communications@thebriarclub.com
Brett Emerson
Director of Tennis tennisdirector@thebriarclub.com
Dustin Wade
Amy Patterson
Brenda Bowman
Chief Financial Officer
Treasurer, Finance
cfo@thebriarclub.com
fitnessdirector@thebriarclub.com
Claire Curtin
Linda Benson
Gina De Pamphilis
membership@thebriarclub.com
gina@thebriarclub.com
Tennis
Michael Powell, CEC
Jon Diller
Kenneth Held
chef@thebriarclub.com
poolmanager@thebriarclub.com
Director of Catering
Jill Varas
Ex-Officio
Dan Carter
Youth
David Huff Fitness
Mary Majors Payne
Entertainment/Food & Beverage
Charles Vetters
Physical Properties
Director of Membership
Executive Chef
cateringdirector@thebriarclub.com
Christa Ginsburg
Director of Human Resources personnel@thebriarclub.com
Director of Fitness
Director of Youth
Director of Aquatics
Member Billing billing@thebriarclub.com