The Briar Club 2023 Q1 Newsletter

Hours of Operation

FRONT DESK

Monday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Tuesday - Friday 8:00 am - 8:00 pm Saturday 9:00 am - 9:00 pm Sunday 9:00 am - 3:00 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 10:00 am - 3:00 pm

DINING

Lounge Bar Lunch

Tuesday - Saturday

11:00 am - 5:00 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

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

Family Grill & Terrace

Lunch

Tuesday - Friday

11:00 am - 5:00 pm Saturday 11:00 am - 2:00 pm

Dinner Tuesday - Thursday

5:00 pm - 9:00 pm Friday - Saturday 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Breezes Sports Bar

Now until March 4 Tuesday-Saturday 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm weather permitting March 4 and on Tuesday - Sunday 11:00 am - 7:00 pm

Barracuda Café

Opens March 4 Saturday - Sunday 11:00 am - 7:00 pm

YOUTH

Hideout Ages 6 & Up Monday Closed Tuesday - Thursday

4:00 pm - 8:00 pm Friday

4:00 pm - 9:00 pm Saturday

9:00 am - 9:00 pm Sunday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Kids Club Ages 1 - 5 Monday

8:00 am - 12:00 pm Tuesday - Thursday 8:00 am - 8:00 pm Friday - Saturday 8:00 am - 9:00 pm Sunday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Nursery 6 weeks - 1 year Sunday-Monday

8:30 am - 12:00 pm Tuesday - Thursday 8:30 am - 12:00 pm

4:00 pm - 8:00 pm Friday - Saturday

8:30 am - 12:00 pm

4:00 pm - 9:00 pm

AQUATICS

Family Resort Pool

Beginning March 4 Saturday - Sunday 11:00 am - 7:00 pm March 13 - 19 Tuesday - Friday 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

FITNESS

Fitness Center

Monday - Friday 5:00 am - 8:00 pm Saturday 6:00 am - 8:00 pm Sunday 7:00 am - 8:00 pm

FROM

THE General Manager

DANIEL A.

MORENO,

GENERAL MANAGER/COO daniel.moreno@thebriarclub.com

Hello Briar Club Family,

What an incredible way to finish the year at The Briar Club. Over 1,200 attended Saturday with Santa. In 2021 we completed the fiscal year with 19 million dollars in total revenue. In 2022 we finished the year with 21 million dollars in total revenue. The Club is booming! In fiscal 2022, our food and beverage program recorded over 7 million in total revenue, and tennis broke a record with 1.5 million in total revenue, and we reduced our debt significantly. So 2022 was a very successful year for our Club.

Thank you to everyone that contributed to the 2022 holiday staff fund. We are very grateful to have such dedicated staff, and your contributions helped provide a little extra for the holidays. Our fourth quarterly Leadership Award was awarded to Mike Alcott in tennis for his continued leadership. Mike’s consistently positive attitude is greatly appreciated. There is no doubt that Mike has contributed to the success of our pickleball and junior tennis programming here at the Club. Thank you, Mike, for being such an integral part of The Briar Club. I also want to recognize our November employee of the month, Oscar Perez, in maintenance, and our December employee of the month, Sam Pennington, from youth. Congrats to both Oscar and Sam for a job well done. Another milestone, Roy Singleton from the men’s locker room, celebrated his 18th anniversary here at the Club in November. Marta Abbas, from the ladies’ locker room, celebrated her 17th year at the Club in December. Thank you, Roy and Marta, for your hard work and dedication to the Briar Club.

I want to thank Jay Hellums, Rachael Goydan, and Dan Carter as they end their board terms. Welcome, Meredith Marshall, Sergio Amelio, and Scott Dorfman, to the 2023 Board. Thank you to the 2023 Nominating Committee for providing great candidates. 2023 promises to be another successful year for the Club.

In 2023, one of our main focuses will be becoming data-driven here at the Club. As we implement these processes, please be patient, as we want to know where exactly you may be heading on campus to better serve our members in the long run. We will also implement mini-surveys focused on each department at the Club. We will use this data to help determine programming, services, and more to enhance your experience. More to come!

Thank you all for your continued support, and please stop by any time! Here’s to a wonderful 2023.

Daniel Moreno General Manager/C.O.O.

Duy Nguyen, 2023 PRESIDENT BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Happy new year to all! I hope everyone had a wonderful holiday season filled with family and friends. As I have the privilege of ushering in 2023, I wanted to formally introduce myself to you as your new Club president. My family and I have been members of The Briar Club since 2014, and have loved our experience . Our children, (Zoe, DJ, Ella, and Elliot), have grown up here- whether it’s taking advantage of the Kid’s Club, participating in youth programs, or through special gatherings such as Bingo Night and Halloween. My wife, Emma, and I were originally drawn into life at The Club through the Tennis community, which has since grown into enduring friendships. As a family that has truly enjoyed our time at the club, I eagerly welcome the opportunity to help further build on the wonderful Club that we have.

I would also like to say thank you to everyone who helped make this year so special. I could write an entire book and there would still be many who yet remain unnamed--know that my thanks go out to you as well. Firstly, thank you to our outgoing Board members Jay Hellums, Rachel Goydan, and Jeff Wood, my predecessor. I would also like to thank Dan Carter our Ex-Officio who has served the last 5 years on our board. They worked tirelessly to improve our Club and the Member experience. They did so much behind the scenes that most of you will never know, and I’m so grateful for our time together. I would also like to welcome to the new board members: Sergio Amelio, Meredith Marshall and Scott Dorfman. I have every confidence that they will find their time in service to the Club rewarding and I look forward to working with them in the year ahead! Thank you to our committee members as well. You are so very important to this Club and we value your voice as an advisor to the Board and management. Lastly, I’d like to recognize our wonderful management team and dedicated staff. We are grateful to have a team that is both passionate and professional. The work you do never fails to amaze me. My fellow members, please take time to say “thank you” when you see great things happening on our campus.

In conclusion, it is my privilege and honor to serve our Club. I will strive to continue developing and aligning the long-term aspirations of the Club with the Board’s directives, understanding current issues and initiatives, and delivering the best member experience while ensuring the financial flexibility and strength of the Club.

Best, Duy Nguyen 2023 President, Board of Directors

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Candy Crawl

Fall Centerpiece Class

Briar Zoo

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Employee Awards

Saturday with Santa

Santa Pictures!

Membership

LINDA BENSON, DIRECTOR linda@thebriarclub.com

Welcome to The Club!

Please join us in welcoming our NEWest MEMBERS to the briar club family! We are happy you’re here!

September

Catherine & Garrett Staudt

Philip & Jennifer Ho

Courtney & Jeffrey Butler

John & Amanda Seaberg

Michael Cancienne

Kevin & Hillary Jebbitt

Tomas Rios & Nicolin Neal

Frances Ho & John Reuwer

October

Elizabeth & Ray Cook

Henry & Caroline Shine

Michael & Bethany McCann

Cara & John Hannah

Brian & Lauren Zwart

November

Demarco & Latasha Bell

William & Kelli Wicker

William & Lauren Scotton

Happy New Year!

Happy New Year! It is hard to believe it is already 2023! Thank you for making 2022 so special- we are looking forward to another amazing year at The Club!

Don’t forget to check out our Weekly Beacon for upcoming Club events, Club news, announcements and much more! The Weekly Beacon is emailed to all of our Members on Tuesdays. If you aren’t receiving it, but would like to, please get in touch with us at communications@thebriarclub.com so we can make sure you are on our list!

Oh Baby!

Introducing the newest and cutest members of the Briar Club! We are so excited to celebrate with the Lord family and the Asher Family! Meet:

In memoriam

Please join us in remembering Priscilla Foster; who was an employee of the Club since 2006 and a member since 2016, Betty Pierce; who was a member since 1999, Roy Nolen; who was a member since 1993, Diane Malley; who was a member since 2005, and Mini Mary Vettical, M.D: who was a member since 2014. We remember all and are so grateful for the life they lived. They are all sincerely missed.

Serena Lord

If you would like your little one featured in the next newsletter, please send their name, birth date and a photo to communications@thebriarclub.com!

Charlotte

Philip James Asher

Fitness

January

RJ PRATT, DIRECTOR rjpratt@thebriarclub.com

New Year, New to Group Fitness

January 1 - 31

Any member who did not take a group fitness class in 2022 who takes a class this January will be entered into a drawing to win unlimited group exercise classes for one month!

Group Fitness Demo Day

Saturday, January 7

Are you interested in taking group fitness classes, but haven’t tried one yet? Do you currently take classes but want to try something new? Join us from 9:00 - 10:00 am or 10:00 - 11:00 am to try out 4 different class formats (Drum, Barre, Yoga, and Spin) for 15 minutes each. You can sign up for the demo classes on the Briar Club app!

February

Couples Valentine’s Yoga

Monday, February 13 |6:30 - 7:45 pm

Bring your significant other for a night of relaxation before the celebration of love arrives. Reconnect with the love of your life spiritually and emotionally while enjoying this yoga class with Brittany.

March

Luck of the Irish

Friday, March 17

Any member who takes a group fitness class on St. Paddy’s Day will be entered into a drawing to win one free 60-minute massage, personal training session, or Pilates session!

Brett Emerson, DIRECTOR tennisdirector@thebriarclub.com

Visit the the Briar Shop

Stop-by the Briar Shop for all your racquet sports bookings, equipment, apparel, and footwear needs. We offer custom embroidery on a wide range of our products and you can custom order from a plethora of brands including (but not limited to) Lululemon, Peter Millar, Yeti, Straight Down, Uomo Sport, and Bloq UV.

To contact the Briar Shop, please call 713-552-2121 or email briarshop@thebriarclub.com.

2022 Pickleball Interclub TBC vs ROCC @ROCC

A Note from our Director

Players from The Briar Club and River Oaks Country Club came together for our annual Pickleball challenge match. This year, ROCC hosted TBC and we saw 12 courts (3 rounds - 36 total matches) of highly competitive doubles / mixed doubles PB. The match was extremely close and came down to the final two matches of the night. ROCC ended up winning 19-17 overall. The standard of pickleball play from both clubs continues to elevate each year and there is no doubt this trend will continue. A big thanks to Mike Alcott for organizing and preparing our TBC team to perform at such a high level. TBC will be ready to take the title back next year. A truly great event!!

- Brett Emerson

LeagueResults

Tuesday Night Men’s League Winner

Curtis Klement

Thursday Night Men’s League Winner

Steve Grace

Wednesday Night Ladies League Winner

Dare Doubles

Please join us in congratulating The Briar Club’s “Dare Doubles”, who went from B3 to B2 this season. Not only did they win their division, but they also won the sportsmanship award for the season! They finished the season with a perfect score of 5, a feat which no team in the history of HLTA has ever achieved!

Jenny Smith

Aquatics

Jon Diller, DIRECTOR poolmanager@thebriarclub.com

Reserve your place for private & group lessons!

Beginning January 2, you can contact the Aquatics Office to reserve a spot for swim lessons in the Spring. Our group lessons will begin monday, March 6 and private lessons are available as soon as the weather permits. Group lessons spots are filled on a first-come-firstserve basis, so please contact us as soon as possible to reserve your spot for March.

Barracuda Summer Swim Team

Help the Briar Club keep its 9-year undefeated streak going and join Summer Swim Team! You will learn lifelong skills and have a ton of fun with your friends this summer. Look for additional information on the Briar Club Barracuda Summer Swim Team schedule in the 2023 Spring / Summer Brochure. Preseason starts April 3rd!

Spring Pool Hours

The Family Pool will re-open for recreational swimming March 4, 11:00 am - 7:00 pm on Saturdays & Sundays.

Special Spring Break Pool Hours

For the week of Spring Break, March 13 - 19, the Family Pool will be open from 11:00 am - 7:00 pm.

Become a summer swim team coach!

Calling all Briar Club Swim Team Alumni! If you would like to help the Briar Club Barracuda’s continue our winning tradition, please attend one of our informational meetings held Tuesday, March 7 @ 7:00 pm or Monday, March 27 @ 7:00 pm in the Multipurpose room behind the Aquatics Office.

Polar Bear Swim Competition is Happening Now!

December 1 - February 28

The Club is hosting our annual Polar Bear Swimming Competition, and it’s happening now! This is an endurance race where swimmers log their total distances swam at the Club each day. It’s not too late to start now!

Congratulations to last year’s winners Matt Titus- 216,000 m (41-60) | Kathleen O’Reilly- 175,250 m (61-75) | Andy McCooey- 159,000 m (18-40) | Joe McCourt- 110,000 m (76+)

Employee Awards

Annual member’s meeting 2022

At our Annual Members’ Meeting on November 9, 2022, we had the opportunity to recognize a few of our employees for all the hard work and excellence they have shown in their time at the Club. Thank you to all of our passionate employees! They truly go above and beyond. Congratulations to everyone below!

Lifetime Achievement Award: Roosmery Casildo

Executive Award: Jesse Pizano, Manager of the Year

Member & Peer-Voted Awards: Noah Samuels, Most Member-Focused Daniel Cassidy, Helping Hand Nikki Wilson, Ray of Sunshine

Shelby Buchtien, Best Team Player Jesse Pizano, Mountain Mover

5-Year Service Award

Bang Bang Konawet

Kifle Mulat

Michelle Bui

Ernesto Padilla

Josue Umanzor

Sergio Martinez

Aurelio Cantoran

Farid Belharat

Juan Flores

David Chavez

Cristina Lezama

Luke Williams

Samuel Salinas

Nikki Wilson

10-Year Service Award

Linda Benson

Silvia Rojas

15-Year Service Award

Dexter Ceasar

QUARTERLY

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eadership AWARD

MIKE ALCOTT Head Tennis Pro

“Mike is a go-getter and consistently goes above and beyond expectations.” “Mike is personable and forms genuine relationships with both members and our team.”

EMPLOYEES of the Month

November 2022

“Oscar takes pride in his work and is a proven leader. He trains coworkers and plays a key role in the department.”

December 2022

“Sam goes above and beyond to help Kids’ Club when at work AND not at work.” “Sam is someone reliable. Always has a huge smile and is truly a natural with kids!

Let’s Hear it from you!

We’re always looking to recognize our star employees! Is there a staff member who has really made an impact on your Club experience? If you notice an exceptional staff member, drop us a note in the Compliments & Comments section of our mobile app and we’ll help spread the word!

SAM PENNINGTON Lead Kids Club Attendant

OSCAR PEREZ Lead Maintenance Tech

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January February

SNOW DAY

Sunday, January 15

Forecasts predict something strange is coming to Houston - a mysterious flurry right over the Club! Help us make a day out of this snowy surprise, with snow slides, snowball fights, hot chocolate and more!

Three Sessions Offered: 11:00 am - 12:30 pm | 1:00 - 2:30 pm | 3:00 - 4:30 pm

Pricing: $30 per person

Location: Briar Lawn

WITH THE MAKER

ROBERT FOLEY WINE DINNER

Wednesday, January 18

Join us for a night with owner and winemaker himself, Robert Foley, of Robert Foley Vineyards! This will be a dinner to remember as you get first hand stories and enjoy a specially paired culinary experience.

Cocktail Hour begins at 6:30 pm. Dinner served at 7:15 pm.

Time: 6:30 pm

Pricing: $250 per person

Location: Wine Room

Please see The Briar Club website for cancellation policies!

600 POINT WINE DINNER

Saturday, January 21

Enjoy an exclusive wine dinner featuring six wines all scoring 100 points from a range of highly acclaimed wine experts. Each wine will be paired with a specially curated dish from our culinary team.

Cocktail Hour begins at 6:30 pm. Dinner served at 7:15 pm.

Time: 6:30 pm

Pricing: $500 per person Location: Wine Room

ONCE IN A LIFETIME WINE DINNER Friday, February 10

Join us for a once in a lifetime dinner featuring six French wines dating back to the 50s, 60s, 70s, 80s, and 90s.

Cocktail Hour begins at 6:30 pm. Dinner served at 7:15 pm. Time: 6:30 pm

Pricing: $1000 per person Location: Wine Room

VALENTINES

SWEETHEART BRUNCH

Sunday, February 12

Get your sweetheart and celebrate Valentine’s Day with a brunch at The Club served with lots of extra love.

Time: 11:00 am - 2:00 pm

Price: No special pricing - this is a standard Sunday Brunch with a few fun additions!

Location: Lounge, Grille, & Terrace

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WILD GAME DINNER Saturday, February 25

SUPER BOWL WATCH PARTY

Sunday, February 12

Watch the Super Bowl with us! We’ll have a big screen out on the lawn for families and a buffet fit for any tailgate! Adults can enjoy an adult-only experience and app buffet in the Lounge Bar. Both locations will enjoy all the in-game action and team cocktails!

Time: 4:30 pm

Pricing: Adults: $28 | 3 & Up: $15

Location: Briar Lawn

Indulge in succulent wild game dishes and rich wines, each lovingly paired and prepared by our food & beverage team, in an elegant rustic setting.

Time: 6:00 - 9:00 pm

Pricing: $140 per person

Location: Magnolia Ballroom

March

GRAZING ON THE GREEN

Friday, March 24

Enjoy the springtime sunshine as you enjoy this farm to table dining experience on the Briar Lawn.

EASTER CENTERPIECE WORKSHOP

Wednesday, March 29

MARDI GRAS BRUNCH

Sunday, February 19

Make regular dining reservations for this Mardi Gras-themed version of our Sunday Brunch! Enjoy décor, live music, and food & beverage specials, the New Orleans way!

Time: 11:00 am - 2:00 pm

Price: No special pricing - this is a standard Sunday Brunch with a few fun additions!

Location: Lounge & Terrace

Cocktail Hour begins at 6:30 pm. Dinner served at 7:15 pm.

Time: 6:30 pm

Pricing: $165 per person

Location: Briar Lawn

Come together for an adult only girl’s day filled with light fare, desserts, (2 drinks included), a member charge bar, and a centerpiece lesson for the Spring!

Time: 6:00 - 8:00 pm

Pricing: $85 per person

Location: Magnolia Ballroom

Please see The Briar Club website for cancellation policies!

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fri Jan 13

KIDS’ NIGHT OUT- POLAR PLUNGE Come join us for a polar plunge into the Family Resort Pool, or a warm swim in the heated lap pool! Afterwards, there will be games, dinner and a lot of fun! Please bring a change of clothes if you decide to swim!

sat Jan 14

mon Jan 16

fri Jan 20

MEET AND GREET- MICKEY AND MINNIE MOUSE “Miska Muska Mickey Mouse”!! Say hi to the most famous mice in the world while we enjoy light bites and themed crafts! “Hot diggidy dog”, it’s going to be a blast!

BRIAR FUN DAY- MARTIN LUTHER KING DAY

Kids can enjoy their day off school with us at the Briar Club! Drop off your child off on the 3rd floor garage.

FAMILY DATE NIGHT- CHINESE NEW YEAR Ring in the Chinese New Year with us with dinner and amazing performances!

January

Time: 6:00 - 8:30 pm Ages: 7 & Up

Pricing: $30 per child

Location: Family Pool / Sports Court

Time: 3:00 - 5:00 pm Ages: 3 & Up Pricing: $30 per child

Location: Sports Court

Time: 8:45 am - 2:00 pm

Ages: 5 & Up

Pricing: $75 per child

Time: 6:00 - 8:00 pm Ages: 4 & Up

Pricing: $35 per person

Location: Magnolia Ballroom

Makayla Florus, DIRECTOR mflorus@thebriarclub.com

sat Feb 11

mon Feb 20

fri Feb 24

KID’S NIGHT OUT- VALENTINES PJ & PANCAKE PARTY Drop off the kids for a PJ party with breakfast for dinner! Kids will LOVE enjoying our Valentines dinner, and you will LOVE getting to enjoy yours as well!

BRIAR FUN DAY- PRESIDENT’S DAY

Kids can enjoy their day off school with us at the Briar Club! Drop off your child off on the 3rd floor garage.

MOTHER AND SON DATE NIGHT

Let’s boot scoot boogie! Moms, get ready for a rodeo night with your sons! Come enjoy dinner and fun as we make some awesome memories

FebruaryTime: 6:00 - 8:00 pm Ages: 4 & Up Pricing: $30 per child Location: Multipurpose Room

Time: 8:45 am - 2:00 pm Ages: 5 & Up Pricing: $75 per child

Time: 6:00 - 8:00 pm Ages: 3 & Up Pricing: $35 per person Location: Sports Court

sat Mar 4

mon-fri Mar 13-17

sun Mar 26

LIL’ LEPRECHAUN PLAYDATE

Inviting all toddlers to join us for St. Patrick’s Day crafts and fun! Your “lil’ leprechauns” will love fun at The Club!

BRIAR FUN DAYS- SPRING BREAK

Kids can enjoy their break from school with us at the Briar Club! Drop off your child off on the 3rd floor garage.

MOTHER & DAUGHTER TEA PARTY

Come enjoy high tea with Alice and the Mad hatter! It’s a Wonderland delight and costumes are welcomed!

Time: 4:00 - 5:00 pm Ages: 2 - 4 Pricing: $20 Location: Briar Lawn

MarchTime: 8:45 am - 2:00 pm Ages: 5 & Up Pricing: $75 per child per day

Time: 1:00 - 3:00 pm Ages: 3 & Up Pricing: Adults $40 Kids $30 Location: Magnolia Ballroom

WITH THE MAKER: ROBERT FOLEY WINE DINNER

January 18

“With the Maker” is an intimate wine dinner, thoughtfully planned for those who enjoy great flavors and great stories. You’ll feel like you are part of the Foley family, as you dine with Robert Foley himself, and enjoy the life behind the wine.

Pricing: $250 per person

600 POINT WINE DINNER

January 21

With so many amazing wine dinners coming your way early in 2023, we put together a wine dinner guide to help you choose which event is right for you-- who knows, maybe you’ll be our guest for all!

We look forward to seeing you there!

Be Our Guest Cheers!

This wine dinner was carefully curated for those who enjoy bold flavors and fine wines. You’ll enjoy six different wines throughout the night, which have all been scored “100 points” from a range of highly acclaimed wine experts. These wines are not only “Outstanding: A wine of superior character and style”, but also “Classic: a great wine” which critics say “offer beautiful expressions that are specific to that wine varietal”.

Pricing: $500 per person

ONCE IN A LIFETIME WINE DINNER

February 10

This wine dinner is exclusively designed for those who enjoy wines with a rich history. Each of our six French wines come from a different decade dating back to the 50s, 60s, 70s, 80s, and 90s. It is truly a “Once in a Lifetime” experience.

Pricing: $1,000 per person

WILD GAME WINE DINNER

February 25

This rustic wine dinner is for those with rich palates. Each succulent dish will be paired with an equally as tantalizing wine, for a wonderful night of unique and delicious dishes.

Pricing: $140 per person

GRAZING ON THE GREEN WINE DINNER

March 24

“Grazing on the Green” is for those who seek a true farm-to-table experience at The Club. You’ll enjoy perfectly balanced flavors outside on the Briar Lawn for flavors that pair well with the Springtime sunshine!

Pricing: $165 per person

January 2023

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RENDEZVOUS HAPPY HOUR

5:00 - 7:00 pm Lounge Bar

SUNDAY BRUNCH

11:00 am - 2:00 pm The Lounge

SUNDAY BRUNCH

11:00 am - 2:00 pm The Lounge

SNOW DAY 11:00 am - 4:30 pm Briar Lawn

BRIAR FUN DAYMARTIN LUTHER KING DAY 8:45 am - 2:00 pm Drop Off on 3rd Floor Garage

RENDEZVOUS HAPPY HOUR

5:00 - 7:00 pm Lounge Bar

RENDEZVOUS HAPPY HOUR 5:00 - 7:00 pm Lounge Bar

WITH THE MAKERROBERT FOLEY WINE DINNER 6:30 pm Wine Room

KID’S NIGHT OUT- POLAR PLUNGE 6:00 - 8:30 pm Family Pool

MEET & GREETMICKEY AND MINNIE MOUSE 3:00 - 5:00 pm Sports Court

SUNDAY BRUNCH

11:00 am - 2:00 pm The Lounge

SUNDAY BRUNCH

600 POINT WINE DINNER 6:30 pm Wine Room

RENDEZVOUS HAPPY HOUR

5:00 - 7:00 pm Lounge Bar

Club Dining Youth Tennis Fitness Aquatics 19 / January - March 2023

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Jan

SUNDAY BRUNCH

11:00 am - 2:00 pm The Lounge

SUNDAY BRUNCH

11:00 am - 2:00 pm The Lounge

VALENTINE’S SWEETHEART BRUNCH

11:00 am - 2:00 pm Lounge, Grille, & Terrace SUPERBOWL WATCH PARTY 4:30 pm Briar Lawn, Terrace, Veranda, Lounge & Lounge Bar

RENDEZVOUS HAPPY HOUR 5:00 - 7:00 pm Lounge Bar

MARDI GRAS BRUNCH

11:00 am - 2:00 pm Lounge & Terrace

BRIAR FUN DAYPRESIDENT’S DAY 8:45 am - 2:00 pm Drop Off on 3rd Floor Garage

RENDEZVOUS HAPPY HOUR

5:00 - 7:00 pm Lounge Bar

SUNDAY BRUNCH

11:00 am - 2:00 pm The Lounge

ONCE IN A LIFETIME WINE DINNER 6:30 pm Wine Room

FAMILY VALENTINE’S DAY BINGO 6:00 - 8:30 pm Magnolia Ballroom

KID’S NIGHT OUT- VALENTINE’S PJ & PANCAKE PARTY 6:00 - 8:00 pm Multipurpose room

LAST DAY OF POLAR BEAR SWIM COMPETITION

RENDEZVOUS HAPPY HOUR 5:00 - 7:00 pm Lounge Bar

MOTHER AND SON DATE NIGHT 6:00 - 8:00 pm Sports Court

WILD GAME DINNER 6:00 - 9:00 pm Magnolia Ballroom

Aquatics

Fitness

Club Dining Youth Tennis

March 2023

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SUNDAY BRUNCH

11:00 am - 2:00 pm The Lounge

SUNDAY BRUNCH

11:00 am - 2:00 pm The Lounge

SUNDAY BRUNCH

11:00 am - 2:00 pm The Lounge

BRIAR FUN DAYSSPRING BREAK 8:45 am - 2:00 pm Drop Off on 3rd Floor Garage

FAMILY POOL SPRING BREAK HOURS 11:00 am - 7:00 pm

SUNDAY BRUNCH

11:00 am - 2:00 pm The Lounge

SUNDAY BRUNCH

11:00 am - 2:00 pm The Lounge

MOTHER AND DAUGHTER TEA PARTY

1:00 - 3:00 pm Magnolia Ballroom

RENDEZVOUS HAPPY HOUR

5:00 - 7:00 pm Lounge Bar

RENDEZVOUS HAPPY HOUR

5:00 - 7:00 pm Lounge Bar

RENDEZVOUS HAPPY HOUR 5:00 - 7:00 pm Lounge Bar

RENDEZVOUS HAPPY HOUR

5:00 - 7:00 pm Lounge Bar

EASTER CENTERPIECE CLASS 6:00 - 8:00 pm Magnolia Ballroom

RENDEZVOUS HAPPY HOUR

5:00 - 7:00 pm Lounge Bar

LIL’ LEPRECHAUN PLAYDATE

4:00 - 5:00 pm Briar Lawn

FAMILY POOL RE-OPENS

11:00 am - 7:00 pm Saturdays and Sundays

GRAZING ON THE GREEN 6:30 pm Briar Lawn

As we reflect back on 2022, the only word that can begin to cover how we feel is “grateful”. We are so thankful and humbled for you and your families to call The Club a home away from home. As we look ahead to 2023, we will continue to strive to be a place of excellence, as we watch your families grow, learn, and enjoy life! Through every season, The Briar Club will be with you through it all.

word from our CFO, Kari M. Foster, CCM

Hello from the CFO and Happy New Year!! It has been about five months since I joined The Briar Club, and I am pleased to announce several significant achievements.

The 2023 Budget was completed and the first ever Capital Dues were initiated. As the club now has a wait list, Initiation Fees will not be at the levels enjoyed in prior years. The importance of this move is that the club is being proactive in growing Capital funds necessary to replace capital assets, in a timely manner. While the $40 per member per month ($640K Annually) does not completely fund the capital needs in the 2023 budget ($789K Annually), it is a start. Our industry peers charge well above $40 per month and they do not have debt.

The club refinanced the Master Plan loan with Amegy Bank in the form of a Reducing Revolver loan. Prior to refinancing, the club paid down $850K on the existing loan to reduce the prepayment penalty. The refinanced portion was $15,788,188.27, of which the club paid down $2,788,188.27 to minimize the interest accrued on the loan. This brought the total outstanding loan with Amegy to $13MM. The Amegy credit facility allows flexibility to draw up to $18MM, if needed. The Amegy loan is based on a floating rate of SOFR + 1.75%. In a rising interest rate market and considering the current information of the Fed increasing interest rates, we minimized the floating rate risk by hedging 50% of the $13MM ($6.5MM) with an interest rate swap at a rate of 6.2%.

We successfully completed the FYE 2022 Audit and have the Final Audit Report.

To share a bit of my background, I have over 20 years of professional experience working with many Fortune 50 companies, namely Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley, Procter & Gamble, Citigroup/Smith Barney. I have been an adjunct professor at the University of Phoenix, teaching Intro to Business and Intro to Finance. My nine-year tenure in the Private Club industry began at Troon Golf, where I was a Regional Controller with a dozen Club Controllers reporting into me. I have worked with equity members golf, yacht, and bundled HOA committees/clubs, in addition to REIT and Municipality owned clubs. My second home away from home is Nashville, TN, where I achieved an MBA (Finance/ Accounting) from Vanderbilt University (Owen) and a BS from FISK University. I also have a Master of Accountancy from the University of Phoenix and am a Certified Club Manager, CCM.

I am happy to join The Briar Club family and always have an open door!! Best, Kari

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