The Briar Club Newsletter: July-September 2015

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"WHERE FAMILIES FOCUS ON FUN!"

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Hours of Operation OFFICE HOURS Monday-Friday 9:00 am - 5:30 pm (713) 622-3667

LOUNGE DINING Monday CLOSED Tuesday-Thursday 11:30 am - 9:00 pm Friday 11:30 am - 10:00 pm Saturday 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm

GRILLE DINING (LUNCH) Monday CLOSED Tuesday-Friday 11:30 am - 2:00 pm Saturday 11:30 am - 5:30 pm Sunday Brunch 11:00 am - 1:30 pm

GRILLE DINING (DINNER) Monday CLOSED Tuesday-Friday 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm Saturday 5:30 pm - 10:00 pm

LAP POOL

Monday-Friday 5:00 am - 9:00 pm Saturday 6:00 am - 11:00 pm Sunday 7:00 am - 10:00 pm

FITNESS CENTER 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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TENNIS COURTS Monday-Friday 5:00 am - 9:00 pm Saturday 6:00 am - 11:00 pm Sunday 7:00 am - 10:00 pm

BRIAR SHOP

Monday-Thursday 8:00 am - 7:00 pm Friday-Saturday 8:00 am - 6:00 pm Sunday 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm

FAMILY POOL

May 18 - August 16 Monday CLOSED Tuesday-Sunday 10:00 am - 9:00 pm August 17- September 7 Monday CLOSED 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

SNACK BAR

May 18 - August 16 Monday CLOSED Tuesday-Sunday 10:00 am - 9:00 pm August 17 - September 7 Monday CLOSED 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

SPORTS BAR

May 18 - August 16 Monday CLOSED Tuesday-Sunday 12:00 am - 8:00 pm

KIDS CLUB

May 26 - September 7 Monday 8:00 am - 2:00 pm Tuesday-Thursday 8:00 am - 9:00 pm Friday-Saturday 8:00 am - 10:00 pm Sunday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm

THE LOFT (7 & UP) May 26 - August 16 Monday 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Tuesday-Thursday 9:00 am - 10:00 pm Sunday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm

Beginning August 17 Monday Closed Tuesday-Thursday 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm Friday 4:30 pm - 9:00 pm Saturday 9:00 am - 9:00 pm Sunday 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm

LOFT LITTLE ONES (AGES 5-6) May 26 - August 16 Monday 10:00 am - 11:00 am Tuesday-Saturday 10:00 am - 11:00 am 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm Sunday 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm Beginning August 17 Monday Closed Tuesday-Friday 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm Saturday 9:00 am - 10:00 pm 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm Sunday 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm

Special Club Hours

LABOR DAY CLUB HOURS

5:00 am - 9:00 pm

FAMILY POOL

10:00 am - 8:00 pm

LUNCH & DINNER BUFFET 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

KIDS CLUB

8:00 am - 3:00 pm

THE LOFT

10:00 am - 8:00 pm

IMPORTANT NOTE ON CLUB HOURS: Due to the temporary supsension of Food & Beverage service at The Briar Club, Kids Club and Loft hours are subject to change.

Please stay tuned for schedule updates via email and the mobile app.

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A LETTER FROM THE

Club President

Update, the temporary interruption to food & beverage service will allow the final phase of the Master Plan, Phase 3 (including the Family Pool, Barracuda Café and Sky Bridge), to start much earlier than was previously anticipated. In turn, this measure will help the entire project finish many months ahead of its current schedule and ensure that all of our new aquatic facilities will be open and ready by the spring of 2016.

ROB SIGLER 2015 Briar Club President

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hope that everyone had a great 4th of July. It was nice to see many of our Member families taking advantage of another fun holiday celebration at The Briar Club. For summer’s biggest holiday, the celebration ended on top of the new Parking Garage where, for the first time, some of our families decided to watch the fireworks put on by River Oaks. What a great way to end the celebration! In 2016, the 4th should prove to be just as entertaining when Members will also be able to watch the same fireworks from the 2nd floor balcony of the new Clubhouse. Simply put, the family holiday experience at The Briar Club is changing. With all of our new facilities in place, it’s going to be different and more exciting!

Most of you should be aware by now that the Board of Directors unanimously decided to close much of the Club’s food & beverage service immediately following the Club’s 2015 Labor Day celebration. The interruption to service is short-term, and Management and the Food & Beverage Committee (led

by Board Member and Food & Beverage Committee Chair Shannon Huff) are working hard to brainstorm some fun events to help us bridge the time until the new Clubhouse opens for business in December. As explained in the email newsletter sent to Members just days before June's Town Hall Master Plan

Before making the decision to improve the schedule for Phase 3 and effectively complete the entire Master Plan by the Spring of 2016, the Board of Directors and Building Committee first considered several options presented by the Club’s general contractor, Brookstone. The two most viable options proposed by Brookstone showed Phase 3 completing either in the spring of 2016 or the spring of 2017. The Board unanimously agreed that completing Phase 3 in 2016 rather than 2017 was the best option for several reasons: (i) it moved the Master Plan completion date back to its original schedule, as proposed to Membership; (ii) it was less costly, economically, than all other options; (iii) it did not require any Phase 3 structures to be redesigned; (iv) it allowed the Club to keep the design and construction teams intact for the remainder of the Project; and (v) it provided for completion of the Master Plan in its entirety as early as possible.

Despite many of the obstacles that the Board of Directors and Building Committee faced throughout the financing, design and construction processes, the countless hours that Members have contributed to the Project have produced tremendous results. Phase 1 is complete, and finished almost $500,000 below budget; Phase 2 is on schedule to not only be complete by year’s end, but also to be fully operational.

Club management and our consultants are doing a wonderful job in this regard, and our new general contractor has staffed the Project with highly-skilled professionals, helping ensure the Project receives the highest level of expertise, quality and craftsmanship. Next time you meet a Member involved with the Project, please thank them for their time and commitment. I’d like to especially recognize Bob Frazier, Board Member and Treasurer, and Eric Ehsan, CFO, at this time for their work putting together the financial information necessary for the Board’s decisionmaking process. Their combined work has been instrumental in helping the Board stay focused on the economic benefits and disadvantages of its decisions.

I would like to recognize the Aquatics Department and the entire Barracuda Swim Team for their achievements this summer, including the Swim Team coaches who spent many hours in the pool working with our young swimmers. The Barracuda Swim Team won not only every single meet this year, but they also won the 2015 Club League Invitational. The Barracuda Swim Team earned and brought home all three first place trophies for Boys, Girls and Best Swim Team.

What an accomplishment! Our hats are off to our Aquatics Director, Gina De PamphilisEixman, and her staff for helping all of our young swimmers realize their potential. A big thank you as well to Kathleen O’Reilly, Board Member and Aquatics Committee Chair, for her support and oversight.

In closing, I hope that all of you and your families enjoy the rest of the summer. As we move through the next few months and into the Fall, Management will be sending updates with specifics about changes to Club operations and any other information that is related to construction. Thank you for your patience during this time.

See you around the Club, ROB SIGLER

Board of Directors

CANDIDATES

SEEKING 2016 CANDIDATES We are beginning the process of electing three new Directors, selected by the Membership, to serve a three year term on The Briar Club's Board of Directors.

This is an excellent opportunity to become more involved in the governance of your Club.

By way of background, and as required by Club bylaws, a Nominating Committee has been formed to oversee the process of Board of Directors candidate nomination and election. Please look for further email communications beginning midJuly on becoming a candidate for the 2016 Board of Directors.

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A LETTER FROM THE

Club Manager (713) 622-3667 | MANAGER@THEBRIARCLUB.COM

It is very exciting to watch the construction of our new Clubhouse as it rises from its foundation. Its completion is scheduled for this December and, if it stops raining, I think we’ll make the targeted date. Once completed, the new facility will provide amenities to greatly enhance our already fun and accommodating Club.

RICHARD A. LAREAU, CCM, CCE General Manager/C.O.O.

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appy Summer 2015, everyone! It is truly a very exciting time for The Briar Club. Firstly, congratulations to our Briar Club Barracudas Swim Team for a second straight undefeated swim season. A big thank you goes out to Gina De Pamphilis-Eixman and her entire coaching staff for providing such great leadership and organization throughout this very fun season. Our summer Swim Team program is the hub of "Briar Club Spirit". Not only do our children develop a life-long love for swimming, they also learn sportsmanship and the pride that comes through hard work and achievement.

I also need to give a "shout out" to Jon Diller, our Locker Room Manager. He and our dedicated Locker Room staff have continued to provide Member service during many interruptions, dust and chaos through recent phases of Master Plan construction. Thank you to all our Members for your flexibility and patience; in just sixty more days, we will being enjoying the fruits of our labors in the Locker Room Addition and the End Zone Lounge. It will be fun!

OUR NEW CLUBHOUSE IS COMING SOON!

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I’m excited about our Member-focused spaces on the Clubhouse's first floor. The LIBRARY is a new space for our Club where Members may congregate and mingle with friends, play cards or board games, or sit on soft seating in front of the fireplace and read a book or the day’s paper while enjoying a cup of coffee or hot tea.

There is also a small MEETING ROOM just off the Library where you may have impromptu or scheduled private chats with friends or business associates.

Our family dining room, The Grille, has been re-named the BRIAR BISTRO. It has been designed with the whole family in mind, and will include a built-in buffet for our daily soup, salad and baked potato bar. The Briar Bistro will also be outfitted with cooking and carving stations. This will allow us to expand our popular, nightly Kid’s Buffet with healthy, cooked-to-order fresh fish, chicken and seasonal vegetables. In addition, we will be able to enhance our Sunday Brunch offerings while adding the flexibility for nightly action stations such as Pasta and Stir Fry. Chef Lance and his culinary team will have fun presenting new and creative culinary delights, bringing the popular dining trends of Houston home to our Club.

Our new LOUNGE will be a unique and special place, bringing our Members together with two components. There is the BAR - a casual, "no reservation" section of the Lounge for mixing & mingling, enjoying your favorite beverage and/or dining selections, and watching sports or daily news on the Bar's television wall with your favorite people. Then there is the Lounge DINING ROOM, all dressed up in fine linens, where the focus is on food and friends and special family occasions are celebrated.

I believe this dual-purpose environment will quickly become a very popular “hub” of our Club.

Another exciting addition is the WINE ROOM, which is located just off our Lounge. Just outside the Wine Room are WINE LOCKERS,

which Members may rent to store their private selections of wines to enjoy when at the Club. The Wine Room is a Member-only dining and meeting space that will seat up to sixteen, comes equipped with state-of-theart A/V technology and will be your space for those special family or business affairs.

Just outside the Clubhouse on the patio are the TERRACE, an extension of the Bistro, and the VERANDA, an al fresco extension of the Lounge, for those who wish to dine near the FIREPLACE or enjoy the FIRE & WATER PIT. I envision Members gathering to relax there while finishing their glass of wine after dinner, watching their children run and play on our generously-expanded green space.

And now, the KITCHEN. One of the most significant reasons why the Club embarked on such a dramatic Campus Rejuvenation Master Plan was our old Clubhouse's dysfunctional footprint, from the perspecitve of Member service - with inadequate kitchen facilities that could not satisfy the growing needs & wants of our Membership's Food & Beverage service. Our new Kitchen, storage facilities and back-of-house service areas will be truly state-of-the-art. The Club has invested in the latest technologies and food production equipment in order to simultaneously enhance our production of a wider variety of menu offerings and shorten production times significantly, using streamlined labor efficiencies, to increase and improve our service to Membership.

Our new Clubhouse will be a new and truly very special place for all Members to congregate and enjoy. It has been an honor and privilege to be a part of designing and building this project which I think will usher in a new era for The Briar Club. I am very proud of this accomplishment.

As always, your cares, comments and feedback are what makes this Club the best that it is and can be. Please don’t hesitate to contact me. My door is always open. Please travel safe and have fun on your summer vacations.

At your service;

RICHARD A. LAREAU, CCM, CCE

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MANAGERS OF MERIT:

Departments of Distinction at The Briar Club

Employees

Our Manager of Merit each quarter is usually a particular manager who has stood out amongst our entire management team and is deserving of recognition for their contributions to the success of the Club. This quarter, I feel it is prudent to recognize two of our departments, their management teams who have been most impacted by the construction of our Master Plan Project.

Kudos go out to Rich Andrae, Stephanie Kampf and Larry Zikes of our Fitness Department. At the beginning of this year, Rich and his team outlined the obstacles anticipated with the interference of our Locker Room Expansion, while charting new goals of increased member participation in our Fitness & Wellness programming. Not only have they managed through hot temperatures and noisy workout rooms in our Fitness facility, but we have also seen increased participation and enthusiasm in our Fitness & Wellness programming. Congratulations to Rich and his team (and to all our Members) for persevering though this difficult time.

Additional kudos go out to Jan Vick, Mike Alcott and Alberto Jimenez in the Tennis Department for keeping spirits high while managing through unprecedented interruptions with construction on and around our tennis courts. Your adjustments to short notice interruptions while remaining enthusiastic has not gone unnoticed. It’s great to see everyone having fun through all the chaos, dust and noise.

RICHARD A. LAREAU, CCM, CCE GENERAL MANAGER / C.O.O.

THE BRIAR CLUB FITNESS DEPARTMENT

(pictured left to right) Rich Andrae, Director of Fitness; Stephanie Kampf, Fitness Coordinator; Larry Zikes, Pilates Coordinator

THE BRIAR CLUB TENNIS DEPARTMENT

(pictured left to right) Alberto Jiminez, Briar Shop Manager; Jan Vick, Director of Tennis; Mike Alcott, Head Tennis Professional

EMPLOYEES OF THE MONTH April, May and June 2015

APRIL - TIFFANY MARTINEZ

MAY - ROY SINGLETON

JUNE - JAVIER AQUIRRE

Tiffany has been a key component of our Receptionist team for over a year, and is an integral part of ensuring Member satisfaction. Tiffany assures that all Member questions and requests are taken care of. She is always smiling - both on & off the phones!

Roy is a very familiar face for many! Roy has worked for The Briar Club for over 10 years, and serves as a Locker Room Attendant in the Fitness Center. He has a natural gift for making others happy, and always works hard to ensure an excellent Member experience.

Javier holds one of the best positions at the Club -- Sports Bar bartender! He's served at the Club for just over one year, and has made many lasting impressions with his kind demeanor, great service, and killer cocktails!

We are proud to have Javier on our team.

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Congratulations c l a s s o f 2015

The Briar Club is honored to recognize our graduates and their accomplishments. There are many bright futures ahead!

KIRBY BOWERS

Daughter of Angela & Tim Bowers Episcopal High School Kirby will attend the University of Oklahoma.

ALLISON BURCH

Daughter of Cathy & Peyton Burch St. John's School

CHARLIE COHEN

Son of Lisa & Jim Cohen Episcopal High School

Allison will attend Vanderbilt University.

Charlie will attend Princeton University.

PETER CORDILL

EMMA CLARE GOBILLOT

MARY HARVEY

Peter will attend Southern Methodist University.

Emma Clare will attend New York University's Tisch School of the Arts to study Film and Television.

Mary will attend Texas A&M University, and has been admitted to the Mays School of Business Honors Program.

Kirby was awarded Homecoming Queen and "Most Athletic Woman" during her senior year.

Son of Carolyn & Stephen Cordill St. John's School Peter is a proud recipient of the Cornerstone Scholarship and the World Changer Scholarship.

Daughter of Lori & Ted Gobillot St. John's School

Daughter of Vicki & Bob Harvey St. John's School

Mary is a Craig & Galen Brown Scholar.

TURNER HINRICHS

Son of Liane & Fred Hinrichs St. John's School Turner will attend Southern Methodist University, and has been admitted to the Cox School of Business as a BBA Scholar.

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KATY LOCKWOOD

JACK MALANGA

Daughter of Ann & Tom Lockwood Lamar High School

Son of Jodi & John Malanga Episcopal High School

Katy will attend Texas Christian University and is a member of the National Honor Society.

Jack will attend Texas A&M University to study Aerospace Engineering.

Jack is an avid runner, having participated in halfmarathons since the age of 11. Jack also participates in triathlons, runs cross country and plays golf. Jack is a veteran Briar Club Swim Team Coach, and an Eagle Scout Candidate.

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College GRAUDATES JENNIFER MELCHER

JOHN MCMILLAN

Jennifer will attend Middlebury College.

John will attend Southern Methodist University as a BBA and Hilltop Scholar.

Daughter of Janet & Leroy Melcher St. John's School

Jennifer has asked that The Briar Club Fed-Ex their famous french fries to her on a regular basis while she is away at school!

Son of Sally & Ron McMillan Strake Jesuit College Preparatory

John graduated Suma Cum Laude, is a member of the National Honor Society, and was a National Merit Scholar finalist. During his years at Strake Jesuit, John was a member of the school tennis team, a four-year member of the Debate Team, and has been a volunteer at Bayou Bend History Camp for three years.

EMILY ANNA FLYNN

Daughter of Jeannine & Patrick Flynn Emily graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Fordham University.

Emily will attend Notre Dame Law School in the fall.

JOSEMARIA LINARDI

Son of JoseMaria & Graciana Linardi JoseMaria graduated from the University of Notre Dame. He will join Tudor, Pickering, Holt & Co. in July.

QUINN J. HEBERT, JR.

Son of Jane and Quinn Hebert, Sr.

ANNE PETROV

LAUREN PHILPOTT

Anne will attend the University of Mississippi.

Lauren will attend Cornell University beginning in fall of 2016.

Daughter of Chrissy & Alan Petrov St. Pius X High School

Daughter of Joann & Charles Philpott Lamar High School

Lauren graduated with high honors from the National Honor Society, Lone Star Society and as an International Baccalaureate Diploma Candidate.

Lauren will pursue a gap year abroad with World Endeavors to visit Spain, Germany, Australia, Chile and Southeast Asia.

Quinn graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Finance from Louisiana State University.

Quinn was on the Dean's List, a member of the LSU Finance Academy & Sigma Chi Fraternity, and received a Tiger Excellence Academic Scholarship.

Quinn will join Raymond James & Associates as an alyst in Energy Investment Banking.

KATHRYN PIERCE

Daughter of Margaret & Mike Pierce Kathryn graduated Magna Cum Laude with a degree in English from Lewis and Clark College.

During college, Kathryn spent a semester in Alicante, Spain where she became fluent in Spanish. In the fall, Kathryn will travel to Spain to participate in the North American Language and Culture Assistance Program where Kathryn will assist Spanish teachers in teaching English to their students.

REBECCA RAE REZA

JACK RENTZ

Son of Catherine & John Rentz St. Thomas High School

HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATE NOT PICTURED:

Rebecca will attend Yale University.

Jack will attend The University of Texas, Austin.

JACKSON IRBY

Rebecca graduated Cum Laude, as a National Merit Scholar finalist, and a National Hispanic Recognition Program Scholar. During her years at St. John's, Rebecca was a four-year Letterman in Softball, 2015 Softball Captain, and a Varsity Cheerleader.

Jack graduated with high honors through the National Honor Society, Men of St. Thomas (high honor roll) all four years, and was a National Merit Commended Scholar. Jack also participated in four plays in the Drama Club and was a member of the Pole Vault team.

Daughter of Blanca & Reynaldo Reza St. John's School

Son of Caitlin & Walter Irby Strake Jesuit College Preparatory Jackson will attend Georgetown University in Washington, D.C.

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Unveiling the briar club

Here's a first look at your

beautiful new Member areas and Dining amenities!

CLUBHOUSE Member Areas

OUTDOOR Dining & Amenities

THE LIBRARY

BARRACUDA CAFÉ

Located adjacent to the entrance of the Clubhouse, The Library is the perfect setting to gather before enjoying lunch or dinner in one of the Club’s Member dining areas. Small groups may also enjoy The Library for intimate afternoon card playing.

MEETING ROOM

The Meeting Room is located just off of The Library and serves as a quiet space to work and take personal phone calls while at the Club.

BRIAR BISTRO

The Briar Bistro is the Club’s family-friendly dining option. Open for lunch Tuesday – Sunday, and dinner Tuesday - Saturday, the Briar Bistro offers casual fare in a comfortable atmosphere perfect for lunch with your tennis team, or a relaxing dinner with the family.

THE TERRACE

An extension of the Briar Bistro, the covered Terrace faces south with views of the resort-style recreational pool, fit for the family who loves to dine outdoors.

THE LOUNGE

The Lounge serves as the Club’s adult dining and cocktail space.

Join friends to watch the game on the big screen in the bar, or treat friends and family to a relaxing dinner in the dining room. The Lounge is open Tuesday–Friday for lunch, and Tuesday–Saturday for dinner.

THE VERANDA

Enjoy your Lounge experience al fresco with this extension of the Lounge Bar and Dining Room. The covered Veranda faces east with views of the lawn and newest bay of tennis courts.

THE WINE ROOM

An extension of the Lounge Dining Room, the Wine Room is the perfect venue for a group looking for an intimate space for lunch or dinner. The room is also equipped with state-of-the-art audio and visual equipment for Members who wish to hold business meetings.

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Enjoy a casual meal poolside at the Club’s newest full-service outdoor dining venue with casual fare designed to please the whole family.

BREEZES

Enjoy a refreshing beverage and catch the game poolside at the Club’s covered outdoor Sports Bar.

THE END ZONE

Wind down after a workout or join the group for a game of cards in the Club’s newest Fitness amenity. The End Zone features grab-andgo lunch and snack items, a full-service bar and multiple televisions.

CLUBHOUSE Banquet Space THE PRESIDENT'S ROOM

Located on the second floor of the Clubhouse facing Timmons Lane, the President’s Room will house portraits of Club Leaders past and present. With seating capacity of 30 people, the President’s Room is popular for small to medium business meetings, receptions, or private luncheons and dinners.

AZALEA ROOM

A lovely interior room located on the second floor of the Clubhouse, separated from the Ballroom by a large pre-function space. With seating capacity of 90 guests, the Azalea Room is the perfect setting for a corporate meeting by day, and celebratory dinner by night.

MAGNOLIA BALLROOM

The Club’s largest and most versatile banquet space, the Magnolia Ballroom seats up to 400 guests. The room can be easily divided into two or three smaller meeting spaces, each accommodating at least 100 guests. The space is beautifully adorned with custom chandeliers and modern art, and features an outdoor covered terrace with expansive views of the Club’s campus. The Magnolia Ballroom is also equipped with state-of-the-art audio and visual equipment, and all the efficiencies to serve a beautiful wedding or special event.

THE BRIAR CLUB • JUL-SEP 2015 | RSVP FOR ALL EVENTS ONLINE AT WWW.THEBRIARCLUB.COM OR BY PHONE AT 713.622.3667

MEMBERS FIRST!

Reserve Your Space Now for 2016 Private Events!

Master Plan

SCHEDULE CLUBHOUSE Anticipated Completion Date: December 2015

From the moment you arrive at the porte-cochere, to the moment you depart, The Briar Club will provide an unforgettable experience including innovative cuisine, superior service and attention to every detail. Your beautiful new Briar Club Clubhouse is the upscale venue you've been waiting for.

From small plates to big bites, from elegant entrées to late-night nibbles, for an intimate gathering of 20 to a grand gala of 400...the possibilities are endless and we are thrilled for the opportunity to help you plan a memorable event.

To date, the Clubhouse is on schedule to open by the end of December 2015. To allow our Members first rights to our newly built banquet facilities, we will begin reserving space now for your 2016 private events!

FOR PRIVATE EVENT INQUIRIES, PLEASE CONTACT:

Elizabeth Griffin, Director of Catering & Special Events cateringdirector@thebriarclub.com | (713) 622-3667 ext. 2155

LOCKER ROOM ADDITION Anticipated Completion Date: August 2015 ADULT LAP POOL Anticipated Completion Date: October 2015 KIDS CLUB & TEEN CENTER Anticipated Completion Date: October 2015 THREE NEW TENNIS COURTS Anticipated Completion Date: Spring 2016 NEW RESORT POOL, BARRACUDA CAFÉ, AND SKY BRIDGE Anticipated Completion Date: Spring 2016

THROW DOWN BEFORE THE TEAR DOWN - 2.0!* Friday, August 28 | 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm

We're throwing one more BIG party before we break ground on the final phase of our Master Plan Project! Don't miss your chance to send the old Briar Club out in style!

Join us poolside for Food Stations, Complimentary House Wine & Draft Beer, a Live Band, Pool Games, Family Activities and more!

ADULTS: $28.00++ TEENS (13-18): $18.00++ CHILDREN (4-12): $13.00++ AGES 3 & UNDER: $1.00++ PLEASE NOTE: The Lounge, Grille and Snack Bar will be closed for this event.

VIEW PHOTOS We have a whole photo album devoted to construction on the Club's changing campus that we update weekly with new content! To view these photos:

DOWLOAD THE BRIAR CLUB APP OR VISIT "CLUB PHOTOS" ON OUR MEMBER WEBSITE!

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Welcome NEW MEMBERS!

Membership (713) 552-2159 | LINDA@THEBRIARCLUB.COM

Help us welcome Members who joined the Club in April, May and June 2015!

EDWARD & DANA CAREY

MS. JESSICA JOHNSTON

MICHAEL & JULIA BISCHOFF

THE JOHNSTON FAMILY

THE CARLTON FAMILY

Charles, Amelie, Jonathan, Henry

THE CATANIA FAMILY Richard, Andrea, Rich

THE COWLES FAMILY

Daniel, Maria, Zachary, Whitney, Ryan

THE ELLIOTT FAMILY

Brooks, Leah, Lauren, Nora, Lucy, Jillian, Byron

Jody, Angela, Hardy, Maggie, Josie

Frank, Jill, Frankie, Stella, Faye

Brett, Ashley, Brooks, Spencer

THE MOORE FAMILY

Richard, Janice, Clara, Serena, Oliver

THE OLIPHINT FAMILY

LINDA BENSON Director of Membership

DR. PAPASAKELLARIOU & DR. SIMOTAS

Each day when I walk outside, I look at the new Clubhouse and can’t help but get excited. You truly realize how big 52,000 square feet is when standing near the Baby Pool. The countdown is on!

Guy, Megan, Clara, Lillian

THE RIEVESCHL FAMILY Lucy, Emma

GENARO GOMEZ & MICHELE LUCCIRELLI

THE RICHTER FAMILY

THE GOODGAME FAMILY

THE TETI FAMILY

John, Pauline, Tomas, William, Avery

THE GOSS FAMILY

Cary, Anne, Thatcher, Cameron, Piper, Stella

THE HILPERT FAMILY Jon, Kristi, Will, Charlie, Sam

Welcome

UPDATE

THE McCLELLAN FAMILY

Aris, Alexandra, Evie, Niko

THE FALBEY FAMILY

Membership

Brad, Gretchen, Broderick, Margaret Nathaniel, Rebecca, Matthew, Andrew

JACOB & REBECCA TRIPPLEHORN THE WOMMACK FAMILY Trevor, Natalie, Harper, Hewitt

briar babies !

We are a little over half way through the year and are on the same membership pace as last year thanks to all of YOU. In the last newsletter, I asked “Do you think we can beat last year?” As of now, we are heading in that direction! Thank you to everyone who has sent me referrals. I truly enjoy meeting your friends and family members and showing them what is coming at our Club.

As you all have heard, starting on October 1st, 2015, the initiation fee will increase from $30,000 to $35,000. This is the biggest initiation fee increase we have had since the Master Plan project was approved in 2012. Now is the time to join!

Mark your calendars for August 13th for our last Member Mixer before the new Clubhouse opens. If you haven’t attended one of our mixers, you are missing out on great food and a lot of fun! This event is open to all Members and their guests.

As always, if you know of someonewho is interested in Membership at the Club, please feel free to contact me.

REMEMBER, LINDA LOVES LEADS! I’ll see you around the Club!

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JORDI ANDRES

THEO MOORE

Son of Dr. Monica Sanchez-Shields & Dr. Damien Shields

Son of Kelly Nealon & John Sussman

In MEMORIAM

Sweet baby boy Jordi was born on June 14, 2015, weighing 8 pounds, 6 ounces!

Sweet baby boy Theo was born in July 2015, weighing 7 pounds, 6 ounces!

JOHN HANKEY Member for 33 Years

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Club Events FAMILY BUFFET & BINGO

LOBSTER NIGHT

Bring the family to The Briar Club and join us for a delicious buffet and a few rounds of Bingo! Will you be a winner?

MENU: Roasted Two-Pound Lobster, Jumbo Lump Crab, Sherry Cream, Sautéed Asparagus, Fingerling Potatoes, Drawn Butter

ADULTS: $24.00++ TEENS (13-18): $16.00++ CHILDREN (4-12): $11.00++ AGES 3 & UNDER: $1.00++

PER PERSON: $56.00++

Wednesday, July 15 |5:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Thursday, July 23 | 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm

Upon making reservations, please indicate how many in your party will be enjoying lobster. The cancellation policy is in effect; if you must cancel, please do so 48 hours in advance to avoid being charged.

PLEASE NOTE: The Grille Dining Room will be closed for a la carte service for this event.

MOONLIGHT MADNESS!

Friday, July 24| 5:30 pm - 10:00 pm Don't miss the last Moonlight Madness of 2015! The next observance of this classic Briar Club event will be in our new Recreational Pool in 2016! Join us poolside for a night of family fun! This Memberfavorite event features pool time, sports challenges, the infamous Soda Dive and Money Drop, and a delicious poolside cookout!

BRIAR ISLAND 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm POOLSIDE BUFFET 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm

ADULTS: $24.00++ TEENS (13-18): $16.00++ KIDS (4-12): $11.00++ AGES 3 & UNDER: $1.00++

PLEASE NOTE: The Grille Dining Room and Snack Bar will close at 5:00 pm due to this event.

FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE!*

Friday, July 31| 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm You've worked hard all week. Come to the Club to kick back and enjoy a relaxing night by the Family Pool! Bring your family and join friends for this festive Friday celebration!

Plus, we've planned a Kids Club Movie Night & Loft Social for the little ones so you can enjoy some adult time at the Club!

HALF-PRICED DRINKS & COMPLIMENTARY HORS D'OEUVRES 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm LIVE MUSIC POOLSIDE 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

* THESE CLUB-SPONSORED EVENTS DO NOT APPLY TOWARDS THE A LA CARTE DINING MINIMUM | THE BRIAR CLUB • JUL-SEP 2015

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TEEN ONLY POOL PARTY!*

Club Events

Saturday, August 22 from 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Celebrate the last weekend of summer with a private pool party with your friends at The Briar Club. Music, snacks and late night swimming. Guests are always welcome!

Kids Club & Dining

SPECIALS July and August 2015

AGES: 7th Grade & Up! PRICING: $10.00++ per person Guests may pay separately from their sponsoring Member at arrival.

SUNDAY NIGHT COOKOUTS

Sundays in July & August from 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm Let the Club do the cooking on Sundays! Bring the whole family to relax, swim and enjoy a delicious poolside buffet with a new menu each week!

ADULTS: $24.00++ TEENS (13-18): $16.00++ CHILDREN (4-12): $11.00++ AGES 3 & UNDER: $1.00++ Please Note: The Snack Bar will close at 5:00 pm on Sundays for Sunday Night Coookouts.

7th Year in a Row! ANNUAL HATCH CHILE FEST

Two Weeks of Dining Specials: Tuesday, August 11 - Saturday, August 22 We've been bringing the heat since 2008! Make sure to stop by the Club for lunch or dinner and enjoy Chef Lance and his culinary team's fun Hatch Chile specials. Hatch Chiles only come around once a year -- so get 'em while they're, well, HOT!

Dine at The Briar Club on Wednesday and Saturday nights and receive free or half-priced childcare services in the Kids Club when you present your Lounge or Grille receipt!

WEDNESDAYS: Receive Free Kids Club childcare services when you present your receipt from dinner at the Lounge, Grille or Poolside Grille.

SATURDAYS: Receive Half-Priced Kids Club childcare services when you present your receipt from dinner at the Lounge, Grille or Poolside Grille.

Reservations are strongly encouraged to guarantee space and staff availability.

Club Dining

CLOSURES

WEEKLY HATCH CHILE SPECIALS Available for lunch & dinner in the Lounge & Grille!

TUESDAY: Fire Roasted Burger Hatch Relish, Goat Cheese, Avocado, Toasted Brioche WEDNESDAY: Hatch Chile Relleno Smoked Pulled Chicken, Pepper Jack Cheese, Corn Cream THURSDAY: Seafood Enchiladas Hatch Chile Mango Salsa, Hatch Tomatillo Sauce FRIDAY: Hatch Chile Crab Cakes Jumbo Lump Crab, Roasted Hatch Chiles, Guajillo Creme Fraiche SATURDAY: Chimichurri Skirt Steak Hatch Marinated Grilled Skirt Steak, Cotija Cheese, Sweet Potato Mash, Avocado Fries

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The Lounge, Family Grille & Poolside Grille will close early for the season beginning Tuesday, September 8, 2015 to accommodate an accelerated project schedule. During this time, no food service will be available to Members.

Limited beverage service will be available in the Sports Bar, as well as in "The End Zone", the new lounge and bar located on the second floor of the Fitness Center.

All Briar Club Food & Beverage service will resume once the new Clubhouse opens in December 2015.

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Club Events

HOT, HOT, HOT MEMBER MIXER! Bring friends; the more, the merrier!

The heat is on - not only pertaining to the weather, but also in Membership at the Club! Don't miss this popular event is the perfect opportunity to meet your fellow Members and show off The Briar Club with your friends and guests.

THURSDAY, AUGUST 13 | 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM Complimentary cocktails and hors d'oeuvres will be served.

Interested in introducing your friends to the Club, or sponsoring a new Member? Please contact Linda Benson at (713) 552-2130 or membership@thebriarclub.com.

Tell your friends not to wait...

WE'RE INCREASING THE RATE! On October 1, 2015, The Briar Club Initiation Fee is scheduled to increase from $30,000 to $35,000. This summer is the perfect opportunity for your friends and colleagues to join the Club and take advantage of the current rate!

Thank you to all who have referred your friends and sponsored new Members. YOU are the reason that our Club is a place where "Families Focus on Fun"! We look forward to adding new Member families this year as our beautiful campus grows.

LABOR DAY CELEBRATION

Monday, September 7 | 10:00 am - 8:00 pm LUNCH Mixed Green Salad with Various Dressings, Watermelon, Basil & Goat Cheese Salad, Fresh Corn & Tomato Salad, Fresh Fruit Dirty Rice Pilaf, Garlic Asparagus & Caramelized Onions, Baked Beans with Peppered Smoked Bacon, Mac 'n Cheese, French Fries, Chicken Tenders, Hot Dogs, Mini Burgers Applewood Smoked Pork Ribs, Smoked Half-Chicken, Grilled Salmon Filet, 10-ounce Grilled Signature Burger DINNER Mixed Green Salad with Various Dressings, Melon Arugula Salad with Peanut Lime Vinaigrette, Kale Caesar Salad, Fresh Fruit Warm Potato Salad, Grilled Herbed Zucchini, Broccoli and Cheese, Mac 'n Cheese, French Fries, Chicken Tenders, Hot Dogs and Mini Burgers Pit Roasted Smoked Brisket, Smoked Half-Chicken, Grilled Salmon Filet, 10-ounce Grilled Signature Burger LUNCH: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM ADULTS: $19.00++ TEENS (13-18): $14.00++ KIDS (4-12): $9.00++ AGES 3 & UNDER: $1.00++

DINNER: 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM ADULTS: $24.00++ TEENS (13-18): $16.00++ KIDS (4-12): $11.00++ AGES 3 & UNDER: $1.00++

* THESE CLUB-SPONSORED EVENTS DO NOT APPLY TOWARDS THE A LA CARTE DINING MINIMUM | THE BRIAR CLUB • JUL-SEP 2015

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Swim Team Another Undefeated SWIM

TEAM SEASON!

"Eat our Bubbles!" We are so proud of our big & lil' Barracudas for their teamwork this season! Go 'Cudas!

Away Meet vs. Houston Country Club

Home Meet vs. Lakeside Country Club

Away Meet vs. The Forest Club

Home Meet vs. The Houstonian

BC: 506 HCC: 256 BC: 549 FC: 313

BC: 558 LCC: 307

BC: 568 HOU: 288

Away Meet vs. River Oaks Country Club Country Club League Invitational

BC: 497 ROCC: 374

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BC: FIRST PLACE!

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July-October 2015

ENROLL IN GROUP SWIM LESSONS!

Aquatics

(713) 552-2126 SWIM@THEBRIARCLUB.COM

Jr. Lifeguard

PROGRAM

SEAHORSE (BEGINNER: 3 & 4 YEARS) Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday at 4:00 pm This lesson includes an introduction to freestyle, backstroke and breathing while rolling over.

DOLPHINS (ADVANCED BEGINNER: 3-5 YEARS) Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday at 4:30 pm Once your child has mastered all the skills in Seahorse class, they will be introduced to side-breathing, breaststroke, and butterfly.

LIL' BARRACUDAS (INTERMEDIATE: 4-6 YEARS) Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday at 4:00 pm This is a 45-minute long swim team preparation class. Your child will master freestyle, backstroke, breastroke, butterfly, and diving. This class is strongly recommended for all swimmers who want to participate on the Barracuda Summer Swim Team.

TUESDAY, JULY 14 THURSDAY, JULY 16 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm The Jr. Lifeguard Program will teach children how to detect and assist distressed swimming victims.

AGES 7-14 PER SESSION: $50++ Register online, call (713) 552-2126 or email swim@thebriarclub.com.

See our full availability and lesson schedules on the "Aquatics" page of the Briar Club website.

Please contact the Aquatics Office for availability at (713) 552-2126 or swim@thebriarclub.com.

Starts Mid-August! HCCL SWIM PROGRAM The Houston Country Club League is a USA Swim Team program consisting of The Briar Club, Houston Racquet Club, and Lakeside Country Club. Each club hosts its own practice, managed under their club standards.

Once a month, a "club social" practice will be held for the swimmers and coaches from other clubs to have an opportunity to meet and swim with each other.

BRONZE | 5-7 YEAR OLDS Swimmers will be working on stroke technique for Freestyle, Backstroke, Breaststroke, and Butterfly, building endurance, speed, and diving.

SILVER | 7-9 YEAR OLDS Swimmers must be efficient in freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, butterfly, and diving. Swimmers focus on endurance and speed for all four strokes.

GOLD (ADVANCED) | 10 YEARS OLD AND UP Swimmers must be efficient in all four strokes, have the endurance to swim a 200 I.M., and have the approval of Coach Tim Chung.

Contact Aquatics Department at (713) 552-2126 or email swim@thebriarclub.com to register or inquire for more details.

Non-Competitive

SWIM PRACTICE JOIN CLUB BARRACUDAS!

PRACTICE SCHEDULE: Mondays & Wednesdays September 14 - November 18 5:00 pm - 5:45 pm Barracuda swimmers will keep up their strokes during this off-season practice!

AGES 8 & UP PRICING: $50++ per session See the Aquatics Office for additional details regarding sessions & pricing: (713) 552-2126 or swim@thebriarclub.com

* THESE CLUB-SPONSORED EVENTS DO NOT APPLY TOWARDS THE A LA CARTE DINING MINIMUM | THE BRIAR CLUB • JUL-SEP 2015

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SHAPE UP HOUSTON!

Fitness

(713) 552-2145 | FITNESS@THEBRIARCLUB.COM

Participate in this city-wide challenge to show your true Briar Club colors! Get involved by logging on to www.shapeuphouston.org or download the free Shape Up Houston app. You'll be one step closer to a healthier summer, a healthier family and a healthier YOU!

3rd Annual 1,000 Push-Up CHALLENGE

RICHARD ANDRAE Director of Wellness & Recreation Things are shaping up around The Briar Club as the construction changes our landscape into a beautiful new Club! In the last newsletter, I talked about how proud we should be of our Club and now we have a chance to demonstrate our pride! We have received a challenge from River Oaks Country Club, Lakeside Country Club, Royal Oaks Country Club and Houston Racquet Club to see which club can earn the most miles of physical activity during the months of June, July and August.

EVERY ACTIVITY COUNTS! It is not just about fitness but just doing something more active as well. There are over 70 activities like yard work to horseback riding and golf that can accumulate “mileage” in physical activity, whether here in town or anywhere around the world! It’s easy, it’s fun and it’s also a great way to lose weight by burning more calories. This challenge is also something the whole family can do together, as we encourage both our younger and older members to join as well. When it comes to wellness, there are no age limits!

REGISTER WITH SHAPE UP HOUSTON AND LOG YOUR ACTIVITY TODAY! Show your Briar Club colors and log-on to the official website: www. shapeuphouston.org or download the app to your smartphone (iPhone or Android) and start making your life healthier. To enter the contest, you need to join a group. Once you select group, you select “Fitness Clubs of Houston” then when it asks you to select a “Dept. or Location,” select “Briar Club” which is listed first (as it should be)! We hope to keep it that way throughout the challenge. As a participant, you will be assigned a number, which provides anonyminity while allowing us to track our collective progress! I will be communicating with all of you via email through Shape Up Houston's website to update you onthe status of the challenge. We need the help of all of our Members to really prove what The Briar Club can do as a community and a team! The contest runs through the end of August, and it is never too late to sign-up. Every mile counts, and we certainly do not want any of the other clubs to show us up without a great effort from all of you. The top four (4) Members in the “mileage” category of Shape Up Houston will receive a special dinner in their honor at one of the other participating clubs along with a guest of their choice.

JULY 27-AUGUST 6, 2015 Can you do 1,000 push-ups in ten days? If so, you can earn your name on the Wall of Fame in the Fitness Center! We'll post your picture and your top push-up count!

CHALLENGE RULES: Proper technique is required.

Push-ups must be recorded by a member of the Fitness Staff and logged in the Fitness Center.

Top man and woman will be picked!

OUT OF TOWN? Log your push-ups on the free Shape Up Houston app!

Congratulations

NORMA PEREZ!

SUPPORT OUR GREAT CITY THIS SUMMER! The Private Club Challenge is a part of the Shape-Up Houston Campaign to increase the overall wellness of the city to lead a healthier lifestyle. A side note, your participation will also show your pride in this wonderful city as the Mayor of Houston has challenged the mayor of San Antonio to a million pound weight loss challenge. In that challenge, every pound you lose counts. So not only will you be helping yourself to a better state of wellness but also the city of Houston and The Briar Club so we can win the inaugural Private Club Challenge Cup!! This cup will be displayed at the winning club until the next Challenge! Let’s bring it home where it belongs.

Make sure your fellow Members are signed up as well, and let the games begin! If you have any other questions relating to fitness, please contact me at fitness@thebriarclub.com or (713) 552-2134.

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A special congratulations to NORMA PEREZ, who recently completed her Peak Pilates Level 3 Comprehensive Certification.

This is a culmination of a multi-year body of work. Please congratulate Norma the next time you see her!

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Fitness

Girl's Night Out

AT THE "BARRE"!

(713) 552-2145 | FITNESS@THEBRIARCLUB.COM

Pilates for Athletes:

CROSS-TRAINING! LARRY ZIKES Pilates Coordinator pilates@thebriarclub.com | (713) 552-2135

Wednesday, August 12 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Pilates is becoming increasingly popular as a cross-training tool. Fitness experts from around the country see more elite athletes, performers and weekend warriors looking to Pilates to complement their other fitness activities. The Briar Club offers diverse Fitness programs including Tennis, Aquatics, Private Personal Training, Group Exercise classes and Pilates. We know that no one activity will likely complete the fitness puzzle for everyone, but Pilates can be an important piece of that puzzle that everyone should try. Pilates develops deep stabilizer muscles, improves breathing efficiency, promotes overall flexibility, and provides great stretching exercises good for any athlete.

Leave your hubby at home and bring your girlfriends for a different kind of fun Friday night out! Ashley Stevens will lead you through a Cardio Barre workout that focuses on all your best assets. Stick around afterwards for some complimentary cocktails and hors d' oeuvres.

Please check out the Briar Club schedule to find a Group Reformer class, or contact us to schedule a Private Pilates Training session - individual or with a group of friends! Come visit us in the Wellness CEnter to see how Pilates can help you achieve your personal fitness goals!

PER PERSON: $10.00++ Price includes Barre class, cocktails and hors d' oeuvres.

Barre, Yoga, Pilates & More! FITNESS CLASSES & INSTRUCTOR UPDATES Come inside the Fitness Center and beat the heat with the heat with these new classes and new instructors!

Dinee Peters-Bell

Renee Wagner

Lora Rainey

Ashley Stevens

BARRE 2

YIN YOGA

REFORMER 3

CARDIO-BARRE

Saturdays at 8:00 am

Thursdays at 6:00 pm

Wednesdays at 9:30 am

Thursdays at 8:00 am

This Barre class by new instructor Dinee Peters-Bell is the perfect fusion of yoga and Barre, with some calorietorching cardio!

Yin Yoga is a relaxing form of Yoga that includes deep stretching through poses that apply moderate stress to the connective tissues with the aim of increasing circulation in the joints and improving flexibility.

This Pilates class covers 40-50 exercises at a fast pace. Fewer corrections are given by the instructor as the transitions between exercises quicken.

(Of course, modifications can always be made!)

These classes are a fusion of the Barre technique and traditional Pilates exercises.

Work your entire body with props such as light weights, magic circles, foam rollers, balls, resistance bands, and of course, the Ballet barre.

BARRE 3 Fridays at 10:45 am Barre 3 includes all the yoga & Barre fusion workout in Barre 2, plus pump that will tone your arms, thighs, abs, and even lift your booty!

REFINE BARRE Wednesdays at 10:45 am These classes are a fusion of the Barre technique and traditional Pilates exercises.

Work your entire body with props such as light weights, magic circles, foam rollers, balls, resistance bands, and of course, the Ballet barre.

CARDIO-BARRE EXPRESS Tuesdays at 4:00 pm Get all the "burn" of Cardio Barre in this 45-min class.

Great for your lunch break!

* THESE CLUB-SPONSORED EVENTS DO NOT APPLY TOWARDS THE A LA CARTE DINING MINIMUM | THE BRIAR CLUB • JUL-SEP 2015

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Tennis

2015 Tennis

(713) 552-2121 | TENNIS@THEBRIARCLUB.COM

EVENT PHOTOS View and download photos of all past Tennis events in the Briar Club Flickr Album, accessible on the Member website!

Order on the Courts!

TENNIS "NETIQUETTE" CAMPAIGN

2015 Ladies Member-Guest Tournament

BROUGHT TO YOU BY MEMBERS OF THE 2015 TENNIS COMMITTEE Tennis is a unique sport, and one that is often played without supervision, referees or officials.

As a tennis player, it is important that you follow the rules and practice the courtesy of good sportsmanship and etiquette on court at The Briar Club. Please keep these eight "Netiquette" rules in mind the next time you check in on the court!

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Check in at the Briar Shop for your court assignment and/or reservation. Please respect your reservation time and court assignment.

Appropriate tennis attire must be worn, which shall include top, shirts, or blouses. No street clothes, cutoffs, or swimsuits are permitted. Shoes must be worn at all times.

Only tennis shoes are allowed on the courts.

Keep the courts clean. Remove all tennis balls, towels and trash after play.

Food is not allowed on the tennis courts. Please refrain from the use of tobacco products and chewing gum on the courts.

Do not interrupt play. Entrance to respective courts is to be made through the gate nearest the court to be used.

Anyone not playing tennis must stay off the playing surface and/or near sidelines to avoid accidents and interruptions.

Appropriate tennis etiquette is to be observed at all times on and near courts. The use of profanity, loud or offensive language, throwing racquets, disorderly conduct, and defacing of Club property is strictly prohibited.

Have fun!

2015 Men's Member-Guest Tournament

2015 Member Trip: Monte Carlo/French Open

Enroll in the FALL JUNIOR TENNIS PROGRAM! Monday, August 17 - Thursday December 17 | Lessons on Mondays - Thursdays

Keep your children active in the Fall by enrollling them in our Junior Tennis Program! Our tennis pros will give skill-building lessons in small groups to children of all skill levels: from little ones picking up a racquet for the first time, to budding young talents and advanced or competitive junior players.

NEW! FALL SCHEDULE & PRICING AGES 3 & 4 Mondays-Thursdays 3:45 pm - 4:30 pm PRICING: $15 per child

AGES 5-8 Mondays-Thursdays 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm PRICING: $20 per child

AGES 9 & UP Mondays-Thursdays 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm PRICING: $20 per child

COMPETITIVE Mondays-Thursdays 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm PRICING: $30 per child

PLEASE NOTE: Lesson pricing is charged per child, per day. A registration form for each child required in order to participate in the Junior Tennis Program The Briar Club's "Children Under 12" policy applies. Parents must remain on premises during lessons.

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FUN Fridays

Bring the whole family to the Club on Fun Fridays, where siblings of each age can enjoy their own event!

KIDS CLUB MOVIE NIGHTS*

Ages 1 & Up | 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Youth

(713) 552-2126 GINA@THEBRIARCLUB.COM

Kids Club

THEME NIGHTS

Enjoy a movie, dinner and treats on Fun Fridays with Kids Club friends! Kids Club Movies are held in the Mind & Body Studio (upstairs in the Wellness Center).

PRICING: $15.00++ per child. Children's Dinner is included!

5:30 PM - Sign In | 6:00 PM - Movie Begins | 7:30 PM - Movie Ends Kiddos can join us in the Kids Club for some arts and crafts fun with friends, while Mom and Dad are free to enjoy an evening dining or relaxing at the Club!

5:30 pm - 7:30 pm THURSDAY, JULY 23: "Summer Bird Houses" Friday, July 17 "Paddington"

Friday, July 31 "Back to the Jurassic"

Friday, August 14 "Home"

Note: This is not a drop-off event. Parents of attending children under 12 must remain on campus. Parents must sign a permission slip when a PG movie is shown (as indicated above).

LOFT SOCIALS*

Ages 7-12 | 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm During Loft Socials, older kids can enjoy Fun Fridays in their own space, at the same time! Earn prizes and rack up Loft 360 points as you enjoy contests & games with friends!

THREE FUN FRIDAYS - July 17, July 31, August 14

THURSDAY, AUGUST 20: "Magic Scratch Art" PRICING: $10 per child Children's dinner not included, but children's menu will be available for orders.

Reservations are strongly encouraged to guarantee space and staff availability.

The Loft Monthly

CHALLENGES!

PRICING: $10.00++ per child. Children's Dinner is included!

Note: The Loft will be closed to all non-participants during Loft Socials. Guests are welcome!

PARENT'S NIGHT OUT!* Back to School Sports Challenge!

Saturday, August 8 from 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Parents can enjoy a night on the town (or at the Club!) while the kids take up fun sports challenges with their friends on The Sports Court! Guests are welcome!

AGES 5 & UP PRICING: $15++ per child This is a drop-off event. Each child must have a Medical Release & Liability Wavier on file in order to participate.

Calling all Loft 360 kids! Each month, we will be featuring a challenge from our library of Loft games. The winner of each monthly challenge wins a $15 Gift Card! Don't miss out on the fun!

JULY: 3KICK Earn the most points in July!

AUGUST: DANCE OFF Earn the most points in August!

SEPTEMBER: LIGHT BOARD ZERO GRAVITY Earn the most points in September!

* THESE CLUB-SPONSORED EVENTS DO NOT APPLY TOWARDS THE A LA CARTE DINING MINIMUM | THE BRIAR CLUB • JUL-SEP 2015

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A Summer of Fun!

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Sunday Night Cookout 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Family Pool Open 10:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Sunday Night Cookout 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Family Pool Open 10:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Sunday Night Cookout 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Family Pool Open 10:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Sunday Night Cookout 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Family Pool Open 10:00 am - 9:00 pm

Sunday

Tuesday

2 Prix Fixe Dining Specials

Family Pool Open 10:00 am - 9:00 pm

Thursday

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Family Pool Open 10:00 am - 9:00 pm

Friday

7 Tex-Mex Dining Specials + $2 Margaritas!

Family Pool Open 10:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Wednesday Night Rendezvous 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Family Pool Open 10:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Prix Fixe Dining Specials

Family Pool Open 10:00 am - 9:00 pm

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14 Tex-Mex Dining Specials + $2 Margaritas!

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Family Buffet & Bingo 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm Inside The Family Grille

Family Pool Open 10:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Prix Fixe Dining Specials

Family Pool Open 10:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Kids Club Movie Night "Paddington" 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm Loft Social 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

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Wednesday Night Rendezvous 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Family Pool Open 10:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Lobster Night!

5:00 pm - 9:00 pm (RSVP Required!)

Kids Club Theme Night Summer Bird Houses!

5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

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Moonlight Madness 5:30 pm - 10:00 pm Briar Island 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm Poolside Buffet 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm

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Tex-Mex Dining Specials + $2 Margaritas!

Family Pool Open 10:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Wednesday Night Rendezvous 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Family Pool Open 10:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Prix Fixe Dining Specials

Family Pool Open 10:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Kids Club Movie Night 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm Loft Social 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm Friday Night Live 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Funtastik Camp Week Six: "Color Me Rad!" Monday, July 27 - Friday, July 31 from 8:30 am - 3:00 pm

21 Tex-Mex Dining Specials + $2 Margaritas!

Family Pool Open 10:00 am - 9:00 pm

Funtastik Camp Week Five: "Silly Celebrations!" Monday, July 20 - Friday, July 24 from 8:30 am - 3:00 pm

The Briar Club Closes at 3:00 pm

Family Pool Open 10:00 am - 9:00 pm

Funtastik Camp Week Four: "H2WOW! Water Play Week!" Monday, July 13 - Friday, July 17 from 8:30 am - 3:00 pm

Annual Employee Appreciation Party

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Wednesday Night Rendezvous 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Family Pool Open 10:00 am - 9:00 pm

Wednesday

Funtastik Camp Week Three: "The Great Outdoors" Monday, July 6 - Friday, July 10 from 8:30 am - 3:00 pm

BRIAR ISLAND: 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm POOLSIDE BUFFET 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm

This is the last Moonlight Madness until we enjoy our beautiful new Recreational Pool in 2016! Don't miss it!

Friday, July 24 from 5:30 pm - 10:00 pm

MOONLIGHT MADNESS!

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Youth Birthday Party 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Family Pool Open 10:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Family Pool Open 10:00 am - 9:00 pm

July 4th Celebration!

Lunch BBQ 11:00 am - 3:00 pm Dinner BBQ 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm Briar Island 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm

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Sunday Night Cookout 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Family Pool Open 11:00 am - 7:00 pm

Friday

ADULTS: $28.00++ TEENS (13-18): $18.00++ CHILDREN (4-12): $13.00++ AGES 3 & UNDER: $1.00++

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Prix Fixe Dining Specials

Family Pool Open 10:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Family Pool Open 10:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Parent's Night Out: "Back to School Sports Challenge!"

6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Family Pool Open 10:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Family Pool Open 10:00 am - 9:00 pm

Saturday

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Family Pool Open 10:00 am - 9:00 pm Girls Night Out: Barre Class!

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

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Family Pool Open 10:00 am - 9:00 pm Hot! Hot! Hot! Member Mixer 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm

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Kids Club Movie Night: "Home" 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm Loft Social 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

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Prix Fixe Dining Specials Wednesday Night Rendezvous 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Tex-Mex Dining Specials + $2 Margaritas!

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Family Pool Open 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm Family Pool Open 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Family Pool Open 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

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Family Pool Open 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm Kids Club Theme Night Magic Scratch Art 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm (RSVP Encouraged!)

Wednesday Night Rendezvous 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

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Family Pool Open 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Tex-Mex Dining Specials + $2 Margaritas!

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Family Pool Open 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

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Youth Birthday Party 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

"Throw Down Before The Tear Down 2.0" 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm

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Family Pool Open 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

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Teen Only Pool Party!

8:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Family Pool Open 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

Family Pool Open 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm

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Family Pool Open 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm

HATCH CHILE FEST - Week 2! Seasonal Hatch Chile Dining Specials from Tuesday - Saturday in the Lounge & Grille!

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Family Pool Open 10:00 am - 9:00 pm Tex-Mex Dining Specials + $2 Margaritas!

Family Pool Open 10:00 am - 9:00 pm

HATCH CHILE FEST - Week 1! Seasonal Hatch Chile Dining Specials from Tuesday - Saturday in the Lounge & Grille!

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Wednesday Night Rendezvous 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Tex-Mex Dining Specials + $2 Margaritas!

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Family Pool Open 10:00 am - 9:00 pm

Family Pool Open 10:00 am - 9:00 pm

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After School Junior Tennis Program Begins

Sunday Night Cookout 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm

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Fall Hours Begin in Family Pool & Loft

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Thursday

Funtastik Camp Week Eight: "Wacky, Wild Wonders!" Monday, August 10 - Friday, August 14 from 8:30 am - 3:00 pm

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Wednesday

PLEASE NOTE: The Lounge, Grille and THROW DOWN BEFORE THE TEAR DOWN - 2.0!

Snack Bar will be closed for this event.

Friday, August 28, 2015 | 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm We're throwing one more BIG party before we commence the final phase of our Master Plan Project! Don't miss your chance to send the old Briar Club out in style! Join us poolside for Food Stations, Complimentary House Wine & Draft Beer, a Live Band, Pool Games, Family Activities and more!

Tuesday

Funtastik Camp Week Seven: "Around the World!" Monday, August 3 - Friday, August 7 from 8:30 am - 3:00 pm

Monday

Family Pool Open 10:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Sunday Night Cookout 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Family Pool Open 10:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Family Pool Open 10:00 am - 9:00 pm

Sunday

August

Family Pool Open 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

Last Chance to Dine in Family Grille!

Sports Bar Open 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm

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Lap Pool Open for Recreational Swimming 11:00 am - 7:00 pm

Sports Bar Open 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm

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Lap Pool Open for Recreational Swimming 11:00 am - 7:00 pm

Sports Bar Open 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm

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Lap Pool Open for Recreational Swimming 11:00 am - 7:00 pm

Last Sunday Cookout!

5:00 pm - 7:30 pm

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Monday

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Family Pool Open 10:00 am - 8:00 pm

Club Hours 5:00 am - 9:00 pm

Labor Day Celebration!

The New Clubhouse is Almost Here!

Arriving in December 2015

Sunday

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Stay tuned to emails for Master Plan Updates from Club Management!

Old Clubhouse Building Demolition Begins!

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Limited Beverage service available in the Sports Bar and new Fitness Lounge.

Food Service Suspended until the Opening of the New Clubhouse in December 2015.

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Sports Bar Open 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Lap Pool Open for Recreational Swimming 11:00 am - 7:00 pm

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Briar Club vs.

Forest Club Challenge Lap Pool Open for Recreational Swimming 11:00 am - 7:00 pm Sports Bar Open 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm

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Sports Bar Open 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Lap Pool Open for Recreational Swimming 11:00 am - 7:00 pm

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Last Chance to Dine in The Lounge!

Family Pool Open 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Family Pool Open 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

Saturday

Friday

Spend the last holiday of summer at The Briar Club! We'll have Family Pool Swim, Briar Island and family activities all day, plus a lunch and dinner buffet!

FAMILY POOL: 10:00 am - 8:00 pm BRIAR ISLAND: 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm THE LOFT: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm KIDS CLUB: 8:00 am - 3:00 pm LUNCH BBQ: 11:00 am - 3:00 pm DINNER BBQ: 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm

LABOR DAY CELEBRATION All-Day Monday, September 7

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Prix Fixe Dining Specials

Wednesday Night Rendezvous 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Tex-Mex Dining Specials + $2 Margaritas!

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Family Pool Open 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Family Pool Open 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Family Pool Open 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

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Thursday

Wednesday

Tuesday

September

Where families focus on fun!

THE BRIAR CLUB

2603 TIMMONS LANE HOUSTON, TX 77027

Board of Directors ROB SIGLER, PRESIDENT BUILDING COMMITTEE

WILL GARWOOD, VICE PRESIDENT

At A Glance FAMILY BUFFET & BINGO JULY 15 | 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

LOBSTER NIGHT (RSVP EARLY!)

HOUSE/LEGAL COMMITTEE

JULY 23| 5:30 PM - 9:00 PM

DAVID MORDY, SECRETARY

LAST MOONLIGHT MADNESS

MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE

JULY 24| 5:30 PM - 10:00 PM

BOB FRAZIER, TREASURER

FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE!

FINANCE COMMITTEE

JULY 31| 5:30 PM - 9:00 PM

TIM PETERS, EX-OFFICIO

HATCH CHILE FEST - TWO WEEKS

STRATEGIC PLANNING COMMITTEE

TUES.-SAT., AUGUST 10 - AUGUST 22

CLETUS DODD YOUTH COMMITTEE

SHANNON HUFF ENTERTAINMENT/F&B COMMITTEE

CLARK LORD FITNESS COMMITTEE

KATHLEEN O'REILLY SWIM COMMITTEE

ROB TRABAND TENNIS COMMITTEE

HOT, HOT, HOT MEMBER MIXER AUGUST 13 | 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM

TEEN ONLY POOL PARTY! AUGUST 22 | 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM

THROW DOWN PARTY 2.0 AUGUST 28 | 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM

LABOR DAY CELEBRATION SEPTEMBER 7| 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM