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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 May 21 - August 25 Tuesday-Sunday 10:00 am - 9:00 pm August 27 - October 1 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
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 May 21 - August 25 Tuesday-Sunday 11:00 am - 8:00 pm August 27 - October 1 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
Youth HIDEOUT Ages 6 & Up
Summer Hours 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 Academic Year Hours - beginning date TBD Monday Closed Tuesday - Thursday 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm Friday - Saturday 4:00 pm - 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
THE BRIAR CLUB
FROM THE GENERAL MANAGER
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his year is flying by! Here’s what we have been up to this quarter...
Our great lawn was completed in May and we have received great feedback so far. The project contractor, Tellepsen Landscaping, did a fabulous job after the tragic loss of owners Marc Tellepsen and Mark Scioneaux. The Briar Lawn was one of the final projects they designed together. I would like to send a heartfelt thank you to the Tellepsen Landscaping family for coming together as a team and finishing this project in honor of Mark and Marc. If you haven’t had a chance to visit the Briar Lawn yet, make sure you do! Take a stroll through Chef’s garden, relax with a cool beverage and enjoy the space. We all try to do our part to keep an eye on the kiddos, but we know it isn’t always easy! Unfortunately, with school out and summer upon us, we have received more complaints from Members regarding unsupervised children. We have had kids who were originally at the pool found running through the Fitness Center, throwing complimentary snacks or trash on the tennis courts, and having “ice fights” with ice from our water/ice dispensers. We have found that many times when staff approaches, the kids have a tendency to run. Please remember that all children under the age of 12 must be supervised by a parent or guardian at all times while at the Club. Please join me in welcoming our new property manager, Jesse Pizano! Jesse comes to us with great experience in managing complicated campuses, having spent 14 years at River Oaks Country Club. He brings a wealth of knowledge to help keep our campus in tip-top shape. Welcome aboard Jesse! As we continue to build an amazing leadership team here at the Club, I want to recognize all of our department heads for their hard work and dedication to The Briar Club experience. Day-to-day Club operations can be tough to balance, but we have a great team to face those challenges and provide you with the ultimate home away from home. In previous years, the Club worked hard to plan for the facilities we currently have. We got here... so now what? The results from May’s facilities survey will help the Board to determine which steps are next in order to keep our Club headed in the right direction. Thank you to all who participated. Membership input is everything! Thank you also to Brenda Bowman, our Club Treasurer, and the long-term finance sub-committee. This subcommittee, along with our CFO Dustin Wade, spent numerous evenings forecasting and planning what our next 5 years looks like. Their results, along with the survey results, will give the Board the tools necessary to help plan strategically for capital improvements and debt repayment. It’s a tough job, but someone has to do it! The wine committee held its first meeting in June. Thank you to Michael Foertsch for agreeing to chair the committee. This year’s committee will focus on wine socials, wine education, wine dinners and working to provide our Members with a wine list that exceeds expectations. We hope to see many of you attend these events! More to come... Thank you for your continued support. If there is ever anything I can do for you, please know that my door is always open. Daniel A. Moreno General Manager, COO THEBRIARCLUB.COM | 2
THE BRIAR CLUB
FROM THE PRESIDENT
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ecause of our publication schedule, writing for a quarterly newsletter can sometimes be a bit of a shot in the dark. As I write this, however, I am confident that by the time you read it the improvements to the Lawn will have been completed and the results of the membership survey concerning facilities and improvements will have been analyzed by management and the Board of Directors. We already know that the responses to the survey reached an almost unprecedented level for an organization like ours, and we are grateful for your participation. Although the exact next step in the fine-tuning of the campus cannot be predicted with certainty, you can be sure that we will take your responses and comments seriously and use the information to try to make the Club the place you want it to be. This “fine-tuning” is not just about the brick-and-mortar aspects of the Club, however, but also extends to the way we use the facilities and interact with each other. Attendance at many of our recent events has been gratifying, indicating that our programming and planning in line with Member expectations. The expanded dining facilities in the Clubhouse and the Family Resort Pool and its inviting surroundings have proven to be very popular. Although membership has been increasing at a slow but steady rate, we still have not reached even the previous limit on the number of memberships (before last year’s amendment of the bylaws). This indicates quite clearly the wisdom of constructing the new Clubhouse, adult pool, and additonal tennis courts, because the “old” campus could not have accommodated current levels of utilization. On the other hand, having so many happy and energetic Members and their children on the campus all at once has highlighted the need to be considerate toward each other. One step each of us can take is to make reservations not only for significant occasions such as holiday brunches but also for routine cookouts and peak dining hours (especially on weekends). This enables Management to plan for adequate staffing and food and beverage stocks, and also makes it less likely that Members will be disappointed upon arriving unannounced. During peak events, several seatings are often needed in order to accommodate as many as possible. To be sure you have a spot at your preferred time, please make a reservation early. Another thing to remember is that seating in some areas, such as the Lounge Bar and most of the outdoor areas around the fire pit, tennis courts, and pools, is always first-come, first-served. Things become complicated when Members attempt to hold tables by placing bags and towels on them and then going off to work out, play tennis, or engage in some other activity. This has a pyramid effect that can make things more difficult, not less. Likewise, please stay in touch with your children and their (and your) guests, to be sure they have not already taken up residence somewhere else. Children, in particular, sometimes tend to congregate in areas other than those their parents have selected. If you are unable to find a space in your favorite spot, please check with a staff member and every effort will be made to find you an alternate location. The Briar Club is first and foremost a family place, and we should treat each other like family. Management, and your Board of Directors, work very hard to ensure that your experience is excellent. We will make their job easier, and improve every Member’s enjoyment of the Club, if we are also excellent to each other. Rick Walton 2019 President, Board of Directors THEBRIARCLUB.COM | 3
MEMBERSHIP NEWS LI N DA B ENS O N, D I RECTO R O F MEMBER SH I P m e m be r sh i p @th e br i ar club.co m welcome home
Please join us in welcoming these new Members to The Briar Club family! These Members joined us between March and May 2019.
Kevin and Evrim Adam Christopher Arcidiacono George Bailey Daniel and Jennifer Baker Jay and Sara Bhatty Hoyt and Teresa Brown Michael and Lauren Cancienne Katie and Benjamin Dillon Martha and George Fisher Thomas and Jaqualine Gregor Vanessa and Matthew Hauser Marcel Hewamudalige and Lauren Dickie Lesley and Washington Ho Kevin and Heather Hulsey Jayne and Garrett Johnston David and Alison Loveday Sarah Morgan and Oscar Brown Allison and Kyle O’Neill Paul Penland and Alyx Haraway Julie Pincus Steven and Kelly Provenzano Tracey and Rick Rice John and Emily Robertson Marco Rodriguez and Kristin Leveille Robert Rude Mark and Stephanie Schwaush David and Emily Sheeren Kathryn and Sandy Shurin Lincoln Singleton and Tamala Newbold Stephen and Danielle Tschirhart Michael and Tamara Woods Won and Jessica Yi
new arrivals We are always excited to see our Briar Club family grow by two feet! If you would like your little one featured in the next newsletter, please send his or her name, birth date and a photo to communications@thebriarclub.com.
James Sermas
February 17, 2019 Son of Katherine and Patrick Sermas
Graham Booth Stevens January 31, 2019 Son of John and Stacy Stevens
class of 2019 Lauren Marie Skyler Daughter of Denise and Monte Tinkham Lauren graduated 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 attend the University of Arkansas. Correction: Our second quarter newsletter incorrectly identified Lauren and her school. We sincerely apologize and offer our congratulations to Lauren and her family!
employee scholarship fund recipients We are proud to announce this year’s scholarship recipients from The Briar Club Employee Scholarship Fund:
Kristin N. Bui
Management Information Systems, University of Houston Child of Michelle Bui, Accounts Payable
Cristian Orozco
Economics, University of Houston Child of Jose Orozco, Banquet Captain
This fund and its scholarships are only possible through the generosity of our members. We thank you for your kindness and your commitment to higher education.
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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 @ t he br i ar club.co m
youth events fri
MERMAID PARTY
Time: 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm Location: Family Resort Pool Ages: 7 & Up Pricing: $50.00 (includes mermaid fin, dinner, crafts & dessert)
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INCOMING HIGH SCHOOL FRESHMEN POOL PARTY
Time: 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Location: Family Resort Pool Ages: Incoming freshmen Pricing: $20.00 per person
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JUNIOR HIGH POOL PARTY
Time: 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm Location: Family Resort Pool Ages: 6th Grade - 8th Grade Pricing: $20.00 per child
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MOMMIES & TOTS MUSIC BRUNCH
Time: 9:00 am - 10:30 am Location: Azalea Room Ages: 4 & under recommended Pricing: $40.00 per mom and child, $5.00 per each additional child
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KIDS NIGHT OUT
Time: 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Location: General Purpose Room Ages: 5 & Up Pricing: $25.00 per person
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Join us under the sea! Swim, enjoy dinner and dessert, do arts & crafts, watch “The Little Mermaid” and more! Space is limited.
Meet other incoming high school freshmen and enjoy food, music and friends! Light up the night poolside! Hang out with friends, swim, listen to music, play games and more.
Make music together in this special brunch for moms and toddlers! Enjoy breakfast, a music class, and some play time.
When the adults are away, the kids will play! Join us tonight for dinner, swimming, games on the Sports Court, dessert, and bingo.
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TODDLER PLAYDATES THIS SUMMER WEDNESDAY · JULY 10, JULY 24, AUGUST 7, AUGUST 28 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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WATER PLAY · BUBBLES · PLAYGROUND & MORE!
FITNESS A MY PAT T ER S O N, DI RE CTO R O F F I T NESS f i t n e s s di r ecto r@th e br i ar club.com fitness myths: debunked
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Myth #1: You can crunch your way to great abs. Fact: You’ve probably been doing crunches since gym class in high school, but they’re an ineffective way to get a true six-pack. Instead, toned abs come from a combination of interval training, eating effectively, getting adequate sleep, keeping your stress levels low, and of course, selecting the right training moves. “If you look at bodybuilders with block abs, they’re not getting those from crunches, they’re getting them from squats, deadlifts and chin-ups,” says Eric Allen, personal trainer and strength coach.
Myth #2: You can run off the pounds. Fact: People believe in the power of cardio, but when it comes to shredding inches, focused weight training is a more effective way to drop pounds than banking hours on the treadmill. Interval and weight training are a better way to reduce fat, because weight training builds muscle, which burns more calories at rest. “Muscle is metabolically active, meaning that the more of it you have on your body the more calories you’ll burn throughout the day even when you’re not exercising,” says Nick Clayton, M.S., M.B.A., personal training program manager. Of course, keep in mind that while you can burn away calories, no amount of time in the gym can out-train a bad diet. Sources: Men’s Journal, SELF
Did you know? The Briar Club partners with Licensed Massage Therapist Katherine Smith to provide regular massage, fascial stretching, and chair massage services to our Members. Katherine practices integrative therapeutic massage, which consists of different massage techniques that best serve the unique needs of each individual client. Licensed since 2004, Katherine is is certified in various modalities including certification in orthopedic massage, trigger point, sports massage, and PTSD therapy. She is also trained in Fascial Stretch Therapy through the Stretch to Win Institute, where fascial stretch therapy originated. This assisted stretching technique is designed to improve your health and performance through flexibility, speed, power, and agility. OUR NEW MASSAGE TABLE Have you had a chance to try out our new massage table yet? The difference is in the bend! The Comfort Craft Model 800 changes the way therapists position the body. Effortless ergonomics are easily obtained using the cutouts in the pad to step in close to the body. The smooth, electric powered mid-split design dramatically improves treatment because the patient’s back is immediately taken out of compression as it is on flat tables. Come try a session with Katherine and feel the difference for yourself! To schedule appointments with Katherine, please contact the Fitness Desk at (713) 622-3667 ext. 2145.
sprint triathlon SEPTEMBER 28, 2019 Our second annual sprint triathlon against River Oaks Country Club is coming up! To get ready, we are hosting a Tri Training Series begins July 10 and runs for 10 weeks. Cost is $55.00. Sign up by emailing fitnessdirector@thebriarclub.com.
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AQUATICS JON DI LLER , D I REC TO R O F AQ UAT I CS poolm a nage r@th e br i ar club.co m
USA swimming at the briar club We are excited to offer another year of USA club-level swimming through our partnership with Rice Aquatics. Anyone who is interested in becoming a stronger swimmer while having the option to compete at meets is welcome to join.
NEW SWIMMER EVALUATIONS All new swimmers will need to do an evaluation for group placement before the trial period. These evaluations will be offered the week of August 19-23 from 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm. Please send an email to coachmike@riceaquatics.com to sign up. SWIM GROUPS PRE-NAVY Tuesday & Thursday - 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm This group is an entry-level developmental group for ages 10 & under. Swimmers in this group are efficient in at least two strokes. Each practice is geared towards the overall progression of all four strokes. NAVY Monday, Wednesday, & Friday - 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm The Navy group is a developmental group for ages 12 & under. Swimmers should be efficient in all four strokes. Each practice is geared towards the overall progression of all four strokes, starts, and turns. SILVER Monday-Thursday - 4:30 pm - 5:45 pm & Saturday - 9:30 am - 10:30 am The Silver group is an intermediate level group for ages 10 & under as well as an entry-level developmental group for ages 11-12. Depending on age, swimmers in this group are efficient in all four strokes and may be working on or achieving time standards. Swimmers should attend at least three practices a week. WHITE Monday-Friday - 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm & Saturday 8:00 am - 9:30 am The White group is an advanced developmental group, typically for ages 10-13. This group offers swimmers the chance to progress by introducing elements of training and conditioning while improving technique and mechanics. Swimmers should attend four practices a week and are required to attend a minimum of 50% of all offered practices. CONDITIONING Tuesday, Thursday and Friday - 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm This group is for ages 12 and over who would like to continue swimming without strict attendance requirements. This group is geared towards each individual’s needs, with an overall focus on training and conditioning. For information on pricing, the two week trial-period, and schedules, please see the Aquatics page on thebriarclub.com.
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junior lifeguard program The Junior Lifeguard Program teaches children and teens how to detect and assist distressed swimming victims, make rescues, use lifeguarding equipment, and use the fundamentals of CPR and First Aid. This is a great introduction to lifeguarding and is full of great information for kids. Register online at thebriarclub.com.
DATES Tuesday, July 16 - Thursday, July 18 TIME 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm PRICING $50.00 per child for all 3 days AGES 7-14
swim lessons All youth private and group swim lessons continue throughout the summer and into the fall/winter. Sign up for after school times now to reserve your spot. Contact Gloria Villalobos, Aquatics Coordinator, at swim@thebriarclub.com to sign up.
mermaid party JULY 19 ¡ 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM Girls who are mermaids at heart can join us under the sea for our Mermaid Party! Register online or email Gloria at swim@thebriarclub.com.
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.com tournament results CLUB CHAMPIONSHIPS: SINGLES FEBRUARY 22-24 & MARCH 1-2 Men’s Champion: Dan Carter Men’s Finalist: Matthew Childress Ladies’ Champion: Natalie Synnott Ladies’ Finalist: Susanna Townend CLUB CHAMPIONSHIPS: DOUBLES MARCH 22-24 Men’s Champions: Richard Barker & Jim Meneely Men’s Finalists: Jeff Wood & Rob Traband Ladies’ Champions: Brooke Gunst & Emma Nguyen Ladies’ Finalists: Paige Hagle & Lisa Cohen MEMBER-GUEST TOURNAMENT APRIL 26-27 SAMPRAS FLIGHT Champions: Dan Carter & Jonathon Magid Finalists: Scott Grace & Daniel Zilkha AGASSI FLIGHT Champions: Zach Davis & Brett Davis Finalists: Matthew Childress & Jonathon Hyman GRAF FLIGHT Champions: Sammy Morrison & Stephanie Carlson Finalists: Allyson Kopel & Lynda Sheldon SELES FLIGHT Champions: Elizabeth Russell & Winnie Riser Finalists: Claire Smith & Leann Rominger-Scott
junior club championships Congratulations to all of our players! We hope they had a good experience. It is always rewarding to see our juniors compete after working with them all year long. We hope the this tournament fosters a new enthusiasm for them to compete and continue to develop their skills. Thank you all for your time, efforts, and cooperation in making this event special! RED BALL (AGES 5-6) Winner: Preston Bradshaw Finalist: Mini Shankar
ORANGE BALL (9U) GIRLS Winner: Amanda DeBusk Finalist: Hannah Amiralai
ORANGE BALL (9U) BOYS Winner: Henry Kramer Finalist: Asher Bravo
GREEN BALL (11U) GIRLS Winner: Samantha Boyd Finalist: Taylor Tisdal
GREEN BALL (11U) BOYS Winner: Vincent Volf Finalist: Joshua Rhames
YELLOW BALL (16U) GIRLS Winner: Tess Padon Finalist: Avery Goss
YELLOW BALL (16U) BOYS Winner: Luke Hilpert Finalist: Henri Shatto
YELLOW BALL OPEN DIVISION Winner: Andrew Sall Finalist: Joshua Rassin
pickleball news
post-hlta league
Our Tuesday night league winner was Lindsey Bateman! The next league will be announced in September. In the meantime, please join us for open play and clinics! Registration and details are available online.
After four weeks of play, the winner of the Post-HLTA League has been determined. Congratulations to all of our Post-HLTA ladies on another great season!
On May 18, The Briar Club took on River Oaks Country Club for our first ever paddle battle! 16 players played doubles and mixed doubles. Fun was had by all!
1ST PLACE: TEAM REGINA Anna Davidson Scarlett Hankey Koetting Jackson Susan Lynn Christina Mitchell Jennifer Roberts Tricia Swen Annie Vizel Susan Worscheh 2ND PLACE: TEAM MIKE 3RD PLACE: TEAM KRISTIAN 4TH PLACE: TEAM ALBERTO
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UPCOMING CLUB EVENTS J U LY thur
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4TH OF JULY POOLSIDE COOKOUT
Join us for stars, stripes, and so much fun! We will have cookouts for lunch and dinner, activities on the lawn and Sports Court throughout the day - music, face painting, an inflatable bounce house and more! The Barracuda Café will be open in between buffets for limited a la carte service, so you can play all 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++ DINNER Adults: $28.00++ Ages 4-12: $14.00++ Ages 3 & Under: $1.00++ Location: Family Resort Pool
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FAMILY BINGO
Happiness is yelling bingo! Join us for a fun evening of bingo games, prizes, and dinner for the whole family. 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: Clubhouse
FRIDAY NIGHT FAMILY NIGHT
Hang out in your extended backyard! The Briar Lawn will come alive with face painting, games, and a bounce house. Enjoy burgers grilled to order and sweet summer treats like snowcones and ice cream sundaes! 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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DINE & DIVE MOVIE NIGHT
Grab your favorite float and join us for swimming, games, and a movie on the big screen! An optional dinner buffet will also be available. 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
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LABOR DAY COOKOUT
Enjoy the day off and lounge poolside with cookouts for lunch and dinner! Delicious grilled items made to order are on the menu for lunch, and dinner features a gulf coast shrimp boil. Plus, activities and games for all ages on the Sports Court and the lawn. The Barracuda Café will be open in between buffets for limited a la carte service, so you can play all day!
COOKING WITH CHEF
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++
Time: 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm Ages: 8-14 Pricing: $55.00++ per child Location: Clubhouse, 2nd Floor
DINNER Adults: $28.00++ Ages 4-12: $14.00++ Ages 3 & Under: $1.00++ Location: Family Resort Pool
Learn to cook with Chef Michael and The Briar Club culinary team! This hands-on class will focus on fast, after-school dinner ideas that kids and teens can cook for the whole family.
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Hula on over to the Club and enjoy a fun time at the pool! Play games on the lawn, watch hula dancers and delight in a Hawaiian-themed buffet. Time: 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm Pricing: Adults: $29.00++ Ages 13-17: $19.00++ Ages 4-12: $14.00++ Ages 3 & Under: $1.00++ Location: Family Resort Pool
FRIDAY NIGHT FAMILY NIGHT
Hang out in your extended backyard! Play all night with face painting, games, and a bounce house. Enjoy burgers grilled to order and sweet summer treats like snowcones and sundaes! 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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LOBSTER NIGHT
Treat yourself to a wonderful lobster dinner and delicious seafood display in the Lounge. Kids can play at Kids Night Out while you relax and indulge! Time: 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Pricing: $79.00++ per person Location: The Lounge
FALL FESTIVAL
It’s the season for pumpkins, apples, football, and so much more! Kick off autumn the right way with a harvest festival right here at the Club, with local farm-to-table vendors, photo opportunities, games and activities for all ages, and a menu featuring special treats and delicious fall flavors. This is one of our most beloved traditions, so make plans to join us for an event you won’t forget! Time: 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm Pricing: TBD Location: Clubwide
EVENT INFORMATION + REGISTRATION In order to provide you with the best possible experience, registration for events is strongly encouraged. All events are online and open for registration at least one month in advance, unless otherwise noted. · Club events (including, but not limited to, the ones listed above) do not apply to the a la carte dining minimum. If you should have any questions, please contact our Member Billing department at billing@thebriarclub. com or (713) 622-3667 ext. 2105. · Additional event information is listed online. Please visit us at thebriarclub.com for details.
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MERMAID PARTY 5:00 pm- 8:00 pm Family Resort Pool
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CAN’T-MISS COOKOUTS! LUNCH 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM DINNER 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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11:00 am - 2:00 pm The Lounge
SUNDAY NIGHT COOKOUT
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6:00 pm - 10:00 pm Family Resort Pool
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Lounge Bar
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FUNTASTIK CAMP WEEK 8
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8:30 am - 2:00 pm Drop off on second floor parking garage
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RENDEZVOUS HAPPY HOUR
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Lounge Bar
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11:00 am - 2:00 pm
4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
RENDEZVOUS HAPPY HOUR
SUNDAY NIGHT COOKOUT
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Lounge Bar
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
BRUNCH
11:00 am - 2:00 pm The Lounge
SUNDAY NIGHT COOKOUT 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Family Resort Pool
BACK TO SCHOOL LUAU 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm Family Resort Pool
COOKING WITH CHEF
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DINE & DIVE MOVIE NIGHT
RENDEZVOUS HAPPY HOUR
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Family Resort Pool
BRUNCH
TODDLER PLAYDATE
10:00 am - 11:00 am Briar Lawn
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Family Resort Pool
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TODDLER PLAYDATE
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10:00 am - 11:00 am
FALL FASHION SHOW 11:30 am
RENDEZVOUS HAPPY HOUR
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
FRIDAY NIGHT FAMILY NIGHT
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Briar Lawn
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INCOMING HIGH SCHOOL FRESHMAN POOL PARTY
8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Family Resort Pool
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BRUNCH
11:00 am - 2:00 pm The Lounge
SUNDAY NIGHT COOKOUT 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Family Resort Pool
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LABOR DAY LUNCH COOKOUT
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5:00 - 7:00 pm Lounge Bar
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FALL FESTIVAL
RENDEZVOUS HAPPY HOUR
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Family Resort Pool
11:00 am - 2:00 pm The Lounge
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm General Purpose Room
6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
SUNDAY NIGHT COOKOUT
BRUNCH
LOBSTER NIGHT
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KIDS NIGHT OUT
5:00 - 7:00 pm Lounge Bar
11:00 am - 2:00 pm The Lounge
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6:00 pm - 9:00 pm The Lounge
SUNDAY NIGHT COOKOUT
BRUNCH
MOMMIES & TOTS MUSIC BRUNCH
RENDEZVOUS HAPPY HOUR
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Family Resort Pool
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9:00 am - 10:30 am Azalea Room
SUNDAY NIGHT COOKOUT
BRUNCH
JUNIOR HIGH POOL PARTY
RENDEZVOUS HAPPY HOUR
LABOR DAY DINNER COOKOUT
11:00 am - 2:00 pm The Lounge
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Fall · Festival
FRESH & LOCAL · 09.28.19 · Fun for all ages
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Family Resort Pool
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Catering SPOTLIGHT
Meet Jeana and Meghan - two of the ladies who make up our fantastic Catering & Special Events team! They are passionate about event planning and helping you put on the event of your dreams at the Club you know and love. Our four versatile spaces are perfect for holiday gatherings, corporate meetings, birthday parties, or special events. Get to know a little more about Jeana and Meghan below, and feel free to reach out to them to learn more about how your Club can be the perfect backdrop to your next event. Plus, don’t forget to ask them about the special Member discount you’ll receive for being a part of The Briar Club family!
Jeana Auger
D I R E C TO R O F C AT ER I N G & S P E C I A L EV EN T S
Can help you plan social events like weddings, galas, non-profit events Favorite inspirational quote “Making money is art and working is art and good business is the best art.” - Andy Warhol Fun fact I’m a blink-182 fanatic and have been to more of their concerts than I can count in multiple cities! Favorite travel destination Italy In her opinion, Houston’s best restaurant is Nancy’s Hustle Favorite aspect of the events industry I love the unpredictability - every event and every day is different. Creating something new from start to finish and seeing the look on my client’s face when they walk in the room and their vision has become a reality is priceless. Contact her at cateringdirector@thebriarclub.com
Meghan Bergaila
C AT ER I N G S A LE S M A NAG ER
Can help you plan corporate events like meetings, team building, holiday parties Favorite inspirational quote “As you walk the fairway of life you must smell the roses, for you only get one round.” Fun fact I lived on the North Shore of Oahu and worked for Turtle Bay Resort as a Kayak Tour Guide during the week and as an Event Production Specialist on the weekends. Favorite travel destination South Lake Tahoe for ski trips or the Big Island, Hawai’i In her opinion, Houston’s best restaurant is Aka Japanese Cuisine off of Eldridge Favorite aspect of the events industry I love the challenge of finding creative ways to exceed Client expectations and genuinely make the Guest’s event experience remarkable. I treat each and every event as if it were my first and the Client’s last. Contact her at cateringsales@thebriarclub.com
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GENERAL INFORMATION
Your enjoyment of The Briar Club and its facilities is our most important goal. We hope that the Club is your go-to summer destination, this summer and for many years to come. In order to serve our diverse membership needs, the Board of Directors and The Briar Club management team have developed rules and guidelines to ensure that everyone can focus on fun. We invite you to look over a few reminders for this summer season to ensure your family’s safety, comfort, and satisfaction. If you have any concerns, please feel free to get in touch with us by reaching out to any of our management staff members. We look forward to seeing you at the Club!
SAFETY IN THE PARKING GARAGE To provide a safe experience getting to and from your activities, we encourage you and your family to utilize our Skybridge, which provides a direct route across Timmons Lane without crossing oncoming traffic. Park on the third floor of the parking garage for direct access, or use the first or second floor parking garage elevators to get to the Skybridge entrance. Please note that the parking spaces on the ramps in the garage are reserved for compact vehicles. Larger SUV-type vehicles impede the flow of traffic and can cause dangerous situations. If you have a larger vehicle, please leave the spaces on the ramps for compact cars. VALET We are happy to offer valet parking in the porte cochère near our front entrance. Please note that this is not a parking area and vehicles should not be left unattended at any time. NANNY AUTHORIZATION FORMS To ensure the safety of our Members and children, all nannies and guardians who will accompany children must be registered with the Club. To register a nanny or guardian, please visit our website for the Nanny Authorization Form. The form must be on file for all nannies or guardians and a photo of the nanny must be taken upon first entrance to the Club. No registration is considered complete without a form and photo. DRESS CODE The Club maintains a casual dress code in all of its
Clubhouse areas. The casual dress code includes slacks, dress jeans, dress shorts, skirts and dresses, sleeved or collared shirts for men and boys, and shoes. No swim attire, including swimsuits, is permitted inside the Clubhouse. Children ages ten and older are expected to adhere to the dress code. CHILD SUPERVISION Per The Briar Club House Rules, no child or guest of Members under the age of 12 years shall access or remain at the Club if unaccompanied by a parent or other adult, unless registered in a specific camp or Briar Fun Day. POOL SAFETY • Careful and considerate behavior is asked of all Members and their guests. • Parents must accompany children 10 and under any time they are in a pool area. • All children under age 5 must be accompanied and supervised at arm’s length by a responsible adult in the Family Resort Pool. • Pool toys such as inner tubes, “noodles”, large floats, water guns, and tennis balls are not permitted in the pools and may be removed by the lifeguards at their discretion. • A full list of pool safety rules is located online and posted in pool areas at the Club. SMOKING The Briar Club is proud to be a non-smoking facility. Per our House Rules, no smoking of tobacco or any other substance, or any use of tobacco products, or any use of vapor devices such as electronic cigarettes or equivalents is permitted on Club premises.
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T H E B R IA R C L U B
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2019 BOARD OF DIRECTORS
STAFF CONTACTS
Rick Walton
Daniel A. Moreno
President, Membership
Larry Labanowski
General Manager, COO
Vice President, House/Legal
Orion Campbell
samantha@thebriarclub.com
Brenda Bowman
Assistant General Manager
Dustin Wade, CCM
Chief Financial Officer
Treasurer, Finance
cfo@thebriarclub.com
Claire Curtin
Linda Benson
Ex-Officio
Dan Carter
Director of Membership membership@thebriarclub.com
Tennis
Michael Powell, CEC
Kenneth Held
chef@thebriarclub.com
Youth
David Huff Fitness
Mary Majors Payne
Entertainment/Food & Beverage
Charles Vetters
Physical Properties
Marketing & Communications communications@thebriarclub.com
manager@thebriarclub.com
Samantha Van Veen
Secretary, Aquatics
Allison Wagner
Executive Chef
Jeana Auger
Director of Catering cateringdirector@thebriarclub.com
Brett Emerson
Director of Tennis tennisdirector@thebriarclub.com
Amy Patterson
Director of Fitness fitnessdirector@thebriarclub.com
Gina De Pamphilis Director of Youth
gina@thebriarclub.com
Jon Diller
Director of Aquatics poolmanager@thebriarclub.com
Michelle Campuzano Member Billing
billing@thebriarclub.com