Multnomah Athletic Club’s mission: Enrich lives, foster friendships, and build upon traditions of excellence in athletic, educational, and social programs.
COMMUNICATIONS TEAM
Photographer Brandon Davis
Graphic Designer
Kari Kohrmann
Digital Content Specialist
Laura Lawrence
Communications Manager
Adam Linnman
Graphic Designer
Julia Omelchuck
Content Manager
Deanna Pogorelc
Social Media Specialist
David Ribich
Project Manager
Emily Stratman
Senior Copywriter
Jake Ten Pas
FEATURED
28 MAC Scholar Athletes
Meet the new MAC Scholar Athletes, and learn about how this investment in individuals strengthens the community.
40 Insights Into Entrepreneurial Excellence
Member businesses help shape the local community across a spectrum of industries. Find out what propels some of the club’s tastemakers to new heights of success.
MAC professionals Roberto Villalobos of Fisticuts Barbershop, Emily Dodge of Olive & Ivory Interiors, and Eric BanzerLausberg of Migration Brewing exemplify MAC’s spirit of entrepreneurial excellence. Photos by Brandon Davis and Colleen Amelia Photography; design by Kari Kohrmann.
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Committee Chairs
STANDING
Athletic Ken Meyer
Audit Jenny Kim
Budget & Finance Jenny Kim
Communications Holly Lekas
Diversity Admissions Julie Kim
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Devin Fei-Fan Tau
House Mike Kobelin
Member Events Mary Kay Rodman
Membership Jason Hickox
Property Elizabeth Knight
BOARD
Food & Beverage Jim Hall
Human Resources Brian Lawler
Land Use Randy Johnson
Past Presidents Advisory Mary Turina
Technology Advisory Ashley Fenker
SPECIALIZED
Arts Jan Atwill
Investments Marc Fovinci
SPORT
Artistic Swimming Neisa Dokken
Basketball Riley Wiggins
Climbing Ryland Stucke
Cycling Bryan Leslie
Dance Rachael Seeger
Early Birds Lisa Johnson
Fitness & Decathlon Eric Skaar
Golf Scott Mears
Group Exercise Jan Murtaugh
Gymnastics Marilyn Litzenberger
Handball Conor Casey
Karate Elizabeth Flores
Outdoor Activities Program David Long
Pickleball Dana Bach-Johnson
Pilates Julia Ju
Racquetball Sanjay Bedi
Ski & Snowboard Matt Elden
Squash Maurice Reid
Swim Bob Radler
Tennis Karl Zabel
Triathlon & Running Dorothy Davenport
Volleyball Lindsey Hern
Walking & Hiking Anna Kanwit
Water Fitness Joanna Bartlo
Water Volleyball Steve Watson
Yoga Nancy Keates
SOCIAL
20s/30s Shannon Kehoe
Balladeers Chris Rasmussen
Community & Heritage Kay Hallmark
Community Involvement Sheri Anderson
Culture & Style Kristen Drzayich
Family Events Erica Swanson
Holiday Decorating Ernest Cooper
MelloMacs Kirsten Leonard
Social Activities Victoria Buck
VICE PRESIDENT’S COLUMN
Every MAC member follows their own path to the club. When I ask people what they enjoy most about this club and why they stay, the answer is almost always about community.
As a third-generation MAC member, my initial path to MAC was set in motion for me. What kept me here was sports and the dedication to service I experienced from a young age.
Ryan Chiotti VICE PRESIDENT
As a competitive swimmer in my younger years, I spent thousands of hours in the 50-meter Pool, often bringing home the distinct aroma of chlorine and sweat. Those years in the pool taught me invaluable life lessons: focus on a goal, dedication, determination, consistency, the ability to adapt to a messy situation, and showing up matter. It was also my first introduction to the dedication of the MAC community who selflessly give their time to help make this place amazing. What I didn’t understand at the time was that they were part of the committee system. I still see some around the club today, and I can’t thank them enough for their generous service.
My wife did not grow up as a member. One of her first MAC experiences was our rehearsal dinner in Ainsworth/Lownsdale. When we transitioned to a family membership, she felt a little disconnected at first and she wasn’t quite sure where to start. Eventually, she joined a committee, and then another. By getting involved, she felt invested, connected, and inspired. Now, she probably is more involved than I am!
As a board member, I am privileged to work closely with committees and the inspiring staff. Committee service is a powerful tool for building stronger connections within any organization or community. The ability of this service to enhance collaboration, drive impactful change, and foster professional and personal relationships is part of MAC’s special sauce.
Nearly 600 members dedicate time every month to partner with staff to help surprise and delight members who walk through the doors and into this community we call our second home. Committee members get
first-hand connection with experts in the field who can help ideas come to life. In some committee meetings, you’ll even get a MAC-catered lunch, dinner, or — my favorite — breakfast.
On any given day, you’ll find groups at happy hours, putting on pool parties, or at one of the hundreds of other events the team helps inspire throughout the year. Committee service also provides valuable insight into what is happening at the club and introduces you to the multitude of wonderful team members who work tirelessly to provide the best possible experience for us all. For example, our incredible Committee Support Team helps ensure that we have the resources available to do the committee work.
Hopefully, you’re saying to yourself, “This sounds amazing! How can I get more involved?” The committee year is from April to March, with recruitment occurring in the second half of the year. Members can submit committee interest forms via themac.com starting in September. Forms are due Dec. 31. Please join us in helping govern this great club!
If you are interested in learning more about committees, or you just want to meet new and exciting people involved in the committee system while sharing a frosty beverage and some laughs, please join us at the annual Block Party on Tuesday, Sept. 5.
As I enter my final six months on the board, I want to thank so many people. To my fellow trustees, former trustees, and all committee members, thank you for your dedication and collaborative efforts to help guide this club. To the incredible staff, thank you for being a part of this team and making everything appear so effortless. To the membership, thank you! I have yet to meet a member who doesn’t inspire me to strive for greatness.
Most importantly, I want to thank my amazing and enchanting wife for her support of our work here at the club. Also, my incredible daughter, who is now swimming and growing up at MAC and is already volunteering. To my parents, for their constant guidance and inspiration, and my spectacular sisters who I appreciate now more than ever, thank you!
If you’re ever looking to meet someone new, you can find me at a Timbers/Thorns game, working out, watching some of our amazing athletes compete, or in the Bistro. Come join me for a beverage and let’s get you more plugged into the club!
Board
of Trustees
President Andrew Randles
Vice President Ryan Chiotti
Treasurer Jenny Kim
Secretary Jennifer Strait
Trustees
Susan Bladholm
Shannon Conrad
Theodore Fettig
David Hanna
Victor Perry
Dana Rasmussen
Alex Young
Daniel Williams
General Manager
Charles Leverton
Executive Leadership Team
Strategy & Portfolio Director
Matt Abraham
Culinary & Events Director
Erik Anderson
Finance & Accounting Director
Mary Averette
Chief of Staff
Laura Boley
Fitness & Performance Senior Director
C.J. Martin
Athletic Director
Lisa Miller
Engagement Director
Derek Pratt
HR Director
Dena Watson Rybka
Club Operations Senior Director
John Sterbis
Senior Leadership Team
Assistant Athletic Director
Chad Failla
Facilities Director
David Hobbs
Strategy & Special Projects Manager
Nathan Loomis
Technology Director
Mark Marcelline
Portfolio Manager
Patrick Martin
Experience & Member Services Director
Kevin Pollack
Membership Manager
Kelly Robb
Fitness & Performance Manager
Donte Robinson
Food & Beverage Service Manager
Shaun Scott
MANAGER’S COLUMN
To help all members of every age experience a life of joy and play. That’s the goal of MAC’s Lifelong Athlete program, which focuses on exploring five essential questions: How do we help you move more and longer? How do we fuel your body for life’s demands? How do we keep your mind as fit as your body? How do we support your recovery for a lifetime of play? How do we surround you with people who care about your well-being?
Charles Leverton GENERAL MANAGER
At MAC, you can de-stress via yoga, enjoy meditative retreats, learn a new language, participate in arts and cultural activities, listen to a lecture, or join an informative tour or trip. We also make life a little easier through services and amenities that make your workday and life less stressful. At MAC, you can invest in both your career and your health without ever leaving the clubhouse.
Recovery
We will start by exploring these five areas and adjust our focus as our knowledge grows.
Movement
Physical fitness and sport are the most visible aspect of health and often the entry points for many into their wellness journey. They involve regular physical activity that improves cardiovascular health, strength, flexibility, and endurance. Our goal is to help you move as often as possible, whether it’s yoga, climbing, basketball, swimming, tennis, squash, skiing, or hiking. As a member, you can leverage America’s largest private athletic club offering more than 30 sports, hundreds of activities, and a myriad of amazing training spaces to keep you moving during every stage of your life.
Nutritional Balance
Every engine needs fuel, and our mission is to fuel the lives of our 22,000 members daily. Our world-class dining spaces are a constant research lab, delivering mouthwatering morsels for all, whether you are looking to improve your nutrition or just have an indulgent reward night. Together, our community will explore ways to help you eat better at MAC and at home.
Mindset
Research shows that lifelong athletes excel at finding balance in their lives. They treat the mind like a muscle, ensuring it remains healthy, resilient, and consistently growing.
Recovery is a vital, yet often overlooked, component of a life well lived. We often prioritize the joys of today at the expense of our long-term health. Together we will seek ways to help you improve your ability to rest, sleep, and enjoy activities that promote healing and restoration. We will better understand how to help reduce injuries and support recovery when setbacks occur. We already offer amazing services like physical therapy, restorative yoga, Normatec, Hyperice, and soon, a cold plunge. What’s next for MAC recovery? We might invest in stretching specialists, diagnostic testing, adaptive fitness rooms, health retreats, and partnerships to expand our abilities to help you get back in the game of life and stay active longer.
Community
Community is the cornerstone of the Lifelong Athlete initiative. Being part of a supportive community enhances adherence to healthy habits and provides a sense of belonging. At MAC, we believe community is our secret sauce, and we will continue to offer engaging group activities, social and heritage events, and enduring relationships. Our community-centric approach ensures that every member feels connected and supported. Here, you will always have a home, a purpose, and someone looking forward to seeing you again.
By focusing on these five facets — movement, mindset, nutritional balance, recovery, and community — we strive to help our members lead healthier, more fulfilling lives. Our Lifelong Athlete program will be designed to support you every step of the way, ensuring that you can enjoy a vibrant, active lifestyle at any age.
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ATHLETICS COLUMN
Ican’t say I’m a big fan of canoe slalom, breaking, or archery, but you best believe that come Aug. 11 — the final day of the 2024 Olympic Games — I will most likely be an expert in all of them. The Olympics has that effect on me. The first day of the Games, I’m a pretty passive fan, just trying to decipher the basic rules of the lesser-known sports. Then, sure enough, two weeks later I’m a fully-fledged canoe slalom fanatic.
Lisa Miller ATHLETIC DIRECTOR
“No way he should have won gold with that technique!”
“Did the commentator really say that about the finish?”
“Can you believe the world record holder missed the podium?”
As a former Division I athlete, current athletic administrator, and everyday sports lover, I have long been enamored by the Olympic Games, regardless of the sport. If you have been involved in athletics at any level, you understand that the chances of earning a spot on any Olympic team is staggeringly slight. This year, less than 0.0001% of people will call themselves an Olympian. That’s why every single sport and every single athlete is uniquely inspiring. It’s also why I want to encourage each and every one of you reading this column to turn on the Games — to get inspired.
The Olympic Games are the pinnacle, the mountaintop, the crown jewel of sporting events. It’s the ultimate showcase not just of sheer athleticism, but of the enduring power of sports to unite people year after year.
The city of Athens, Greece, hosted the first edition of the modern Olympic Games in 1896. That first event attracted just 245 competitors representing only 14 countries. At the time, it was the first international event of that magnitude ever organized. Perhaps more noteworthy though, women were not allowed to compete. In contrast, at the current Olympic Games in Paris, France, the field of athletes has grown to more than 15,000, and those 15,000 athletes represent 206 countries and are competing in 32 sports. How could
we not be inspired by that impressive scale, that astounding excellence, and that diverse community?
The Olympic magic reaches far beyond Paris 2024. It reaches around the globe right here to Goose Hollow in Portland, Oregon. Historically, our MAC athletic programs see a participation spike in Olympic years. Eight of our nine junior competitive programs are Olympic-sponsored sports — artistic swimming, basketball, climbing, girls gymnastics, boys gymnastics, swimming, volleyball, and ski. This means our junior members can participate and compete in Olympic sports right here at the club. Our competitive seasons kick off in the fall every year, and our Team MAC website (themac.com/gomac) showcases the many opportunities.
Perhaps you’re not interested in competing, but you’re interested in trying something new. Or maybe you’re curious if you can attempt to swirl like an Olympic artistic swimmer in the pool? Our various classes, camps, and lessons teach members developmental skills in 21 of the 32 Olympic sports — and, if it’s your goal, also prepare you to advance to competitive sports. Fall registration opens during the Olympic Games on Thursday, Aug. 8, at themac.com/registration. I encourage you to explore and consider these opportunities right now while you’re inspired by the world’s best in Paris.
To that end, I’m sometimes asked by members and staff, “Are we trying to produce Olympians at MAC?” My answer: We are not. But, much like the Olympics, we are trying to inspire a love of sport. We are trying to create a united community, and we are trying to encourage a commitment to health. I like to think these are the most important Olympic themes and are also the most important goals for MAC Athletics! And you never know — as we consistently strive toward these everyday goals, maybe, just maybe, one of our members catches lighting in a bottle and joins the 0.0001% at the Olympics. And if they do, they will have the entire MAC community behind them inspired by a love of sport!
Until then, for my fellow Olympic fanatics, I checked the Olympic schedule, and the canoe slalom finals begin at 7:43 a.m. PST on Monday, Aug. 5.
FACES OF MAC
Diving Into New Experiences
“Ever since I was a young kid still in summer league at Grant High School, the [Olympic] trials have been in my sights. Seeing the best athletes in the world compete was my favorite thing to watch every four years, and to be given the opportunity to compete not once, but twice (2021, 2024) was a dream come true.” So says Kevin Keil, who isn’t competing in the current Summer Olympic Games but came close enough to smell the Seine all the way from Indianapolis, where he competed in the U.S. Olympic swimming trials.
“Just getting to swim at that meet was amazing, regardless of my performance, which I was happy with, too,” he adds. Overall, Keil placed 62nd out of 91 and moved up nine spots from where he was seeded. He also achieved his goal of dropping time from his previous trials in 2021. “Getting to see people I know qualify was another unreal experience. People who were my childhood friends are now the top in the world, and for me that is unbelievable.”
Keil’s likely been on member radars since at least 2021, when he was awarded the Mel Fox Amateur Athlete of the Year Award at the annual Celebration of Champions. That year, he started college at the University of Pennsylvania, and he says he’s been swimming, studying, and preparing for his professional future ever since. Having just
graduated, he plunges into his next pursuit — a master’s degree in design management at the prestigious Savannah College of Art and Design. He also has one more year in the National Association of Collegiate Athletics league due to missing a year of eligibility during the darkest days of COVID.
“It will be a new experience coming from Portland, then moving to Philadelphia, and now Savannah, Georgia. Though I am sad to leave Penn, I have made so many lifelong friends from all over the country in and outside of the pool, and I am eternally grateful for them,” Keil says.
“Professionally, I’d like to work as a product manager who could be a liaison between the business and design portion of a company.”
As for his athletic future, Keil hopes to get involved in triathlons and water polo. “In the past, when I was in town and visited the MAC, it was so fun to play water polo with old friends, and it gave me a greater appreciation for the sport. Swimming has served as a great basis for that, and I love that it is something you can do into your old age. My 95-year-old great-aunt still swims, so it gives me hope for my future with the sport.”
More immediately, Keil is pumped to watch the Summer Olympics. “One of my close friends is competing in the 200 breaststroke and has a good shot at winning, so I’ll be cheering him on!”
Every MAC member has moments when they shine extra brightly. Know a member who’s recently won big in their respective sport, been honored for a professional accomplishment, or made a difference in their community? Suggest them to be featured in Faces of MAC by emailing wingedm@themac.com.
PHOTOS BY MATT FALLON
FACES OF MAC
Recognition & Reflection
It’s no surprise to anyone who knows MAC Squash Pro Julian Illingworth that he’s approaching his recent inclusion among the greatest players of his sport with typical humility. Rather than taking a victory lap, he views his upcoming induction into the U.S. Squash Hall of Fame as an opportunity to step back and reflect on the past while pondering his hopes for the future.
“For one thing, it shows my age! When you start receiving lifetime achievement awards, you’ve obviously been at it for a while!” he jokes. “In all seriousness though, connecting with many of the people who I worked with and who helped me at some point in my journey is a really nice bonus.”
Like many kids in a variety of sports, Illingworth initially was brought down to the courts because his dad played, and then was signed up for clinics after school. “I can’t really remember when I didn’t think of myself as ‘a squash player,’ which is an interesting distinction I see now when I coach juniors. Some kids quickly identify as a squash player, and others might play for months or even years without getting over that hump and making that connection to the sport. I was definitely attracted to the intensity of the game, and the
emotional response I got, both positive and negative, from winning and losing.”
According to Illingworth, squash demands so much of a player physically, technically, and mentally, which makes it really compelling at the highest level. Deciding how to train, and where to spend time and energy on improving, is a constant process. Every sport at a high level has thin margins between success and failure, but he says few are as complicated as squash.
“I think that’s also the most fun part of coaching — trying to find the most efficient way to help an already good player improve their level,” he says.
Like the young players he coaches, Illingworth also got his start at MAC. He credits the experienced and engaged tutelage of former squash pro Khalid Mir, and the fact that Mir saw great potential in him even at a young age. “Those formative years gave me an early foundation of skill and technique, and also a love for the game, both of which are necessary to succeed in any sport long-term.”
From ages 18 to 30, Illingworth lived on the East Coast, occasionally returning home to catch up and feel the support and pride of the MAC Squash community. When he moved back to Portland with his wife, Sarah, in 2014, it was initially tough transitioning
from an area with hundreds of clubs in which squash was a primary focus, to a locale with essentially one real squash program. Now with two sons, he reports that his priorities have shifted, and he feels privileged to have the opportunity to support the club’s efforts to inspire the next generation.
“Being a father of two rowdy boys has definitely made me a better kids coach!”
After all his reflection, Illingworth still says picking one proudest moment or accomplishment within his journey through sport is a tall order. “There have been so many tough battles, good rivalries, hard losses, and unbelievable situations. I think ultimately, I’m proud that I’ve stayed true to myself during my career. I didn’t back down from challenges, and I wasn’t afraid of putting myself out there, showing emotion, and being myself. I’m also proud that many of the people who helped me along the way are still great friends; maintaining long-term relationships is an underrated aspect to being happy in life.”
And Illingworth continues to seek new challenges, both professionally and personally. He’s rehabbed several houses and developed a small subdivision. A weekly board game group sees him and friends playing European strategy games that can take four hours to complete, and then there’s whitewater rafting and kayaking.
“You can’t predict what’s in store for the future, so I try to take what life gives me and live it with passion,” he says. “Something I share with many high-performing athletes is an intense and even emotional demeanor during competition, but then a removed and detached analysis after the fact. The ability to get up, move on, refocus on the next point, the next match, the next opportunity, is the most transferable skill from sport to life.”
SCAN HERE TO GET INSPIRED DESIGN. BUILD. LIVE.
Refreshing the Sun Deck Pool
Renovations to the MAC Sun Deck Pool are coming! From family open swim to senior athletes in water exercise classes to kids in swim lessons and lap swimmers, there are improvements planned for all to enjoy.
Upgrades will come in several forms, including structural, material, finishes, and equipment. Here’s a partial list of what members can look forward to:
• A retiled pool deck with a redesigned gutter and drainage system.
• Increased square footage in the shallow end, delivering more room for members to enjoy many of the pool’s most popular activities.
• Changing rooms with completely updated showers, new and expanded countertops, expanded benches, new storage cubbies, new finishes (tiling and fixtures) throughout, and more.
• ADA/family changing rooms will see new finishes (tiling and fixtures) throughout.
• A new HVAC system to deliver increased comfort and more control over humidity levels.
This enhancement project requires the Sun Deck Pool to close from Monday, Sept. 16 to Friday, May 23, 2025. During the closure,
most Sun Deck Pool programming shifts to the West Pool, and an updated fall pool schedule will be available on the Aquatics page on themac.com early this month. Future project updates, details, and renderings also will be available on the club’s website.
— Brad Fennell, Sun Deck Pool Renovation Ad Hoc Committee Chair
Renderings of the upgraded space provided by GBD Architects.
Experience Balsall Creek Vineyard
OWNED AND OPERATED BY LEGACY MAC MEMBERS, Balsall Creek’s vineyard of charismatic varietals spans 35 acres within the Chehalem Mountains AVA, just north of the Dundee Hills. Newly opened in April, the Balsall Creek tasting room offers unique indoor spaces, an inviting outdoor patio, and tasting flights comprised of at least four estate varietals.
Enjoy Balsall Creek’s OWP panel-winner, Rosé of Gamay Noir, in the MAC Sunset Bistro all summer long.
The Owens family warmly invites you to experience Balsall Creek. Reserve your wine tasting ahead by scanning the QR code.
Balsall Creek Vineyard and Tasting Room
18430 NE Calkins Lane, Newberg, OR 97132
Lead MAC Forward by Joining the Board
Search for new trustees starts in September
Every year, MAC undertakes the crucial task of selecting four resident members to serve the club as the new class of trustees. As stipulated by MAC’s bylaws, this process begins with the formation of a Nominating Committee, which is selected by the current Board of Trustees. The bylaws require that a past MAC president serves on the committee, and club tradition is that the current board asks the prior year’s president to take on the role of committee chair. This year, I have the honor of chairing the committee, and I am committed to ensuring an extensive and inclusive selection process.
The Nominating Committee is set to convene during the summer and fall and commence the process of vetting potential candidates. Our goal is not only to maintain the high standards of governance that MAC is known for but also to adapt and evolve with the changing needs of our community.
Traditionally, our selection process has heavily favored candidates with extensive involvement in MAC’s committee system. Serving on committees such as Budget & Finance, Athletics, and House has been seen as a pathway to developing a comprehensive understanding of club operations and governance. These roles have equipped many trustees with the deep knowledge necessary to make informed decisions that help shape the future of MAC.
Our goal is not only to maintain the high standards of governance … but also to adapt and evolve with the changing needs of our community.
In recent years, we have broadened our search, recognizing that valuable perspectives and skills can come from a variety of experiences. This includes executive-level professional experience and specialized knowledge that could benefit the governance of our club. This shift is part of a strategic effort to make our board more reflective of our entire membership and to harness the full range of talents that our members possess.
We encourage all interested resident members to consider serving on the Board of Trustees. Whether you have been a part of a committee or not, potential candidates are asked to complete a brief interest form available on the Board of Trustees page on themac.com.
Serving on the board of a nonprofit like MAC is a significant commitment. Like other nonprofit boards under Oregon law, trustees are mandated to act in a fiduciary capacity on behalf of the club. Trustees must adhere to the duties of due care, loyalty to the club, and obedience to both the law and our governing documents.
Board members are elected for a three-year term that begins in February 2025, during which they are expected to fulfill several responsibilities:
• Attend monthly board meetings, which often require reviewing extensive documentation to prepare for robust discussion and informed decision-making.
• In their first and second years, trustees serve as liaisons to multiple standing and ad hoc committees, ensuring they bring committee insights back to the full board.
• By the third year, trustees typically ascend to one of the four officer positions, which vary in responsibilities and time commitments depending on the needs of the board and the club.
• Overall, trustees spend an average of 5 to 10 hours per week on MAC board activities, with officers often dedicating 10 to 20 hours weekly.
As we prepare for this year’s nominating process, the Committee Support Team will engage with current committee members to provide further details on how they can formally express their interest in board service. For those who are new to our governance structure and are interested in contributing to the club’s leadership, please submit the interest form on our website.
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Nathan Ayotte, Nominating Committee Chair
Board of Trustees: President Andrew Randles, Vice President Ryan Chiotti, Treasurer Jenny Kim, Secretary Jennifer Strait. Trustees: Susan Bladholm, Shannon Conrad, Theodore Fettig, David Hanna, Victor Perry, Dana Rasmussen, Alex Young, and Daniel Williams.
Exciting New Classes at the Club This Fall
As summer winds down, MAC is excited to announce a fresh lineup of classes designed to educate, inspire, and engage the community. This fall brings four exciting new classes: College Essay Prep, Aging in Place, Real Talk with MAC Moms, and Live & Learn Senior Workshops.
For a complete list of social classes available this fall, please refer to the “Connect & Create” section of the Fall Class Guide, which is available at themac.com/registration.
Aging in Place
5:30-7:30 p.m. Wednesdays, Oct. 2, 16 & 30
Instructor: Dana Reber
This three-part series, offered to MAC members and guests, provides information to help them and their loved ones navigate the aging journey. Dana Reber of Age with a Plan and Jackie Haddon of Jackie Haddon Homes share their expertise on topics including how to be proactive with long-term life planning, create a safe environment to age at home, have conversations with loved ones, prepare to downsize a home to better suit one’s needs, and more. Guest speakers also join the series to share their expertise.
Register separately for each topic. The cost is $50 for members and $60 for guests.
College Essay Prep (Ages 15-18)
2-4 p.m. Sundays, Sept. 8-Sept. 29
Instructor: Mamie Stevenson Morago
Over the course of four sessions, students learn how to choose the right topic, build an engaging narrative, craft effective sentences, and grab the attention of admissions officers with a memorable personal essay. Under guidance from seasoned writing tutors, students generate three drafts of the primary application essay to be revised and developed through workshopping, targeted lecture, and personalized instructor feedback.
Any questions may be directed to info@northaveeducation.com. The cost is $595 for members and $695 for guests.
Real Talk with MAC Moms 10-11:30 a.m. Tuesdays, Sept. 24, Oct. 29 & Nov. 19
Instructor: Brandan M. Padilla Spradling
Calling all moms seeking a supportive community for authentic, open conversations about the challenges and joys of motherhood. Grab your coffee, tea, or favorite morning beverage and join a circle where taboo topics find a safe space and mutual support flourishes. Together, explore monthly topics like overcoming frustration, managing overwhelm and burnout, tackling mom guilt and shame, and finding more time in life. Gain practical tools for greater ease, vitality, and connection in this conversational group setting. Don’t miss this chance to connect deeply. Join us in sharing this sacred space, with conversations guided by Brandan M. Padilla Spradling.
Register separately for each topic. The cost is $5.
For more details, please see the Fall Program Guide at themac.com/registration or contact At Your Service. Let’s make this fall a season of learning and connection! Registration opens at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Aug. 8. Please note that cancellations for social classes are accepted up to 14 days prior to the class start date.
Exploration & Enrichment
MAC Introduces Live & Learn Senior Workshops
On the journey to lifelong learning, there’s never a bad time to unlock new interests and discover new possibilities. The upcoming Live & Learn workshop series, specially designed for seniors but open to all ages, offers a rich variety of topics for members to explore. With sessions covering the latest in fitness, travel tips, memoir writing, nutrition, and the history of Portland, there is something for everyone. Each workshop provides an opportunity to learn, grow, and connect with fellow members. All workshops take place in Kamm, and the cost is $90 for the series.
Exploring MAC: Senior Offerings
11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Monday, Sept. 9
Presenter: Athletic Events Manager Kristen Hoffman
Learn about all of the existing opportunities tailored for senior adults at the club, including athletic and social events, classes, food and beverage events, athletic programming, and fitness and wellness offerings.
Senior Travel
11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Monday, Sept. 23
Presenter: Customized Journeys
MAC member Alessandra Gardino Montgomery, founder of small-group travel company Customized Journeys, unveils invaluable travel tips tailored specifically for single senior travelers. From the enchanting landscapes of Europe to the captivating wilderness of Africa, and even closer to home with domestic destinations, Montgomery shares her wealth of knowledge to inspire all to meet their travel aspirations.
The Gift of Story
11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Monday, Oct. 7
Presenter: Carolyn Wood
This workshop is perfect for anyone who’s ever wanted to write a memoir or document their personal experiences in a creative and meaningful way. Led by accomplished athlete and storyteller Carolyn Wood, it provides aspiring writers with an introduction to memoir writing. A writing prompt is included, and participants learn techniques to retrieve memories, methods to embody their unique story, and how to create a plan to keep the writing flowing.
Eating for Longevity
11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Monday, Oct. 21
Presenter: Julie O’Connor
Explore the science of nutrition and its impact of lifespan and aging in this session led by functional nutrition practitioner and author Julie O’Connor. It covers the principles of longevity-focused nutrition, examining the roles of various nutrients, foods, and lifestyle habits. Participants walk away with action steps to initiate a personalized food-as-medicine approach to support a longer health span.
Downsizing
11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Monday, Nov. 4
Presenter: Annie McCulloch
Moving out of a longtime home can be a daunting and emotional task. Many people put it off for years because they are fearful of taking on the work of getting rid of their precious furniture, clothes, books, and collections. In this workshopm Annie McCulloch, a designer who has guided many clients through downsizing, breaks down the process into steps that make it easier to tackle. Ultimately, downsizing can lead people to freedom to enjoy a simpler life with more time to do what they please!
Portland & MAC History
11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Monday, Nov. 18
Presenter: Chet Orloff
Historian, writer, and professor Chet Orloff dives into the captivating history of Portland, focusing especially on athletics and MAC, from the city’s founding through the early 20th century. This immersive and participatory workshop encourages everyone to contribute their knowledge and stories about Portland and MAC.
For more information, please see the Fall Program Guide at themac.com/registration. Registration opens at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Aug. 8; search the registration page using code SOA193 FA24.
Thursday, Sept. 5 6:30-9:30 p.m.
As summer winds down and school’s back in session, come celebrate at the Block Party and rediscover all that MAC has to offer. Every program and committee of this unparalleled community highlights its specialties at the annual open house, formerly known as the Sneaker Party. Learn, connect, and find out how to help steer the future of the club all while eating, drinking, and experiencing the awesomeness of MAC with an '80s vibe.
Register at themac.com – SOE0905.
A New Era for MAC Salon
In an ever-changing world, there is a corner of MAC that has more or less stayed the same for the last 40 years. But recently, MAC Salon has quietly begun to transform, bringing new conveniences and high-quality services to members’ busy lives. With the club taking over management of the salon (formerly Salon Arts) earlier this year, new possibilities have become reality.
The salon recently welcomed two accomplished international hairstylists to join the team, bringing a global perspective and fashion right to MAC’s doorstep. It’s also one of the only salons in Portland carrying the full range of R+Co products and hair color, which caters to every hair need and texture. These high-performing products are vegan, crueltyfree, paraben-free, sulfate-free, and celiac safe, ensuring the best care for clients’ hair.
Thanks to investments in new technology, such as the Dyson Supersonic Professional hair dryers, clients can enjoy regular washes and blow dries while keeping moisture levels intact and protecting sensitive hair and scalps. This focus on the best products and technology enhances the overall salon experience, offering members the best in modern hair care.
The salon is also committed to inclusivity and accessibility. A recent transition to timebased pricing removed gender distinctions from the price menu, and the salon welcomes all hair textures for haircuts, treatments, and styling. MAC Salon is always accessible to people with health concerns or impairments. The team’s solid education and professional expertise ensure that everyone receives topnotch service.
Located right next to the Fourth Floor Entrance, the salon is conveniently situated for members to squeeze in an appointment after a meeting or workout class, or while the kids are at practice. Members can schedule an appointment at themac.com, and nonmember guests can schedule by calling 503-517-2335. Follow @mac_hair_salon on Instagram for exclusive promotions, booking information, and engaging videos.
MAF Tributes
Honor someone special or memorialize someone who has passed away by making a tribute gift to the Multnomah Athletic Foundation.
Tributes are noted as: memorial, anniversary, get well, birthday or recognition.
August tributes are listed below, with the honored individuals’ names in bold.
Theodore Fettig (birthday)
Thaddeus & Lisa Girard
Elizabeth Gamble Caldwell
Arden Manning (memorial)
Missy Gerber & Steve Reinking
Bill Price (memorial)
Missy Gerber & Steve Reinking
MAC Golf Scramble sponsors benefiting MAF grant partner First Tee of Portland (recognition)
Holistic Health PC Insperity (w)here Realty
PIL Legacy Golf Award contributors (recognition)
Anderson Foundation Swinerton Builders Noreen Zupan
Starting in August, MAF Tributes will be published every other month. Look for the next tributes in October.
Multnomah Athletic Foundation provides community grants and post secondary scholarships focused on promoting athletic participation and education in the Portland metropolitan area.
Contributions made to the Foundation are tax-deductible. A written acknowledgement and tax receipt will be mailed following the contribution.
For more information, contact MAF Executive Director Lisa Bendt at 503-517-2350 or Lisa@MultnomahAthleticFoundation.com
Discover MelloMacs at Fall Open Rehearsal
The club’s co-ed choir welcomes adult singers of all ages and ranges to its annual Open Rehearsal from 6:30-8 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 16. This fun, friendly, and free event offers the opportunity to join in fourpart harmonies. No registration, auditions, or even past experience is required. It’s a “no-cut” activity!
Local musical star Marilyn Keller directs the choir; she is a 40-year veteran of music and stage performance in jazz, gospel, R&B, pop, blues, and theater, nationally and internationally. She brings both professionalism and the joy of performance to the group. Kit Taylor is the choir’s accompanist, bringing his award-winning background as a singer/songwriter, pianist, and producer.
The MelloMacs rehearse weekly to prepare for performances that include club events like the Holiday Tree Lighting, Annual Meeting, and Veterans Day events, as well as visits to retirement homes and care facilities, where residents are encouraged to sing along with the group to heartwarming effect.
The MelloMacs includes a wide array of vocal talent, from first-time singers to trained musicians. The repertoire is equally varied and has
included Broadway show tunes, Hollywood hits, patriotic classics, Motown songs, and oldies. And whether one’s best singing is alone in their car or as a member of a school, church, or symphonic choir, they will be a valued member of the group!
Perhaps most importantly, MelloMacs has always been a source of camaraderie and friendship that comes from sharing the joy of music with audiences and each other.
The Work From MAC space, located in the King Hill meeting room on the second floor, provides a quiet area for members to conduct business throughout the day. Recent upgrades include new chairs and desks, a soundproof meeting pod, and a new conference table with chairs in the adjacent Chapman meeting room. These enhancements aim to improve comfort and productivity for all members utilizing the space.
Share Holiday Décor to Brighten the Club
The Holiday Decorating Committee is excited to transform the Main Lobby vignette into a festive wonderland! To bring the vision to life, the committee kindly requests members’ assistance in loaning one or more of the items listed below. These items are set to be on display from Tuesday, Dec. 3, through Saturday, Jan. 4, for all to view.
Those who have an item to lend can sign up at the Events page at themac.com using code VOL1125. Please drop off all items from 3-6 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 25, in Ainsworth/ Lownsdale.
Requested items:
• V intage rocking chair
• Large cord oval rug
• Freestanding mantle
• V intage fireplace fender
• F ireplace screen
• Fireplace accessories (poker, broom, dustpan)
• F ireplace popcorn popper
• Antique side table
• Table lamp
• Square or round kitchen eating table
• Simple wooden dining chairs (4)
• P laid tablecloth (red or green)
Additionally, those who are enthusiastic about spreading holiday cheer and would like to contribute their time are invited to help decorate the club from Friday, Nov. 29, to Monday, Dec. 2. Registration for volunteering will open in September; please keep an eye on the Events section of The Winged M for more details.
Thank you for helping make our club sparkle during this festive season!
— Holiday Decorating Committee
House Committee Monthly Report
The House Committee enforces the rules of conduct for members and guests by investigating infractions and recommending sanctions to the Board of Trustees. Recent board actions and reminders about the applicable Club Rules are listed below.
• A 58-year-old adult member with 25 years of tenure was suspended for six months for behavior unbecoming a member and physical abuse of members, nonmembers, or staff. This member was suspended for pushing another member during a club-sponsored event.
Rule Reminder: Member Code of Conduct
MAC membership is a privilege that carries with it the expectation that members will abide by a high ethical code. Members and guests must treat each other and employees with dignity and respect. Abusive language and behavior will not be tolerated and are grounds for sanctions up to expulsion. Abusive behavior may include, but is not limited to, harassment, offensive comments, profanity, threatening language or gestures, and unwanted physical contact.
Parents are responsible for their children’s behavior in the club. If a child is reported to have violated Club Rules, club management may work with parents to address the behavior. If the behavior continues, the infraction may be reviewed by the House Committee. Parents may be sanctioned for rules violations by their children.
Club Rules are updated periodically. See the MAC website (themac.com) for any updates made between printings, or The Winged M magazine, the official communication of Club Rules and policies to members.
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Appreciating Excellence: Multnomah Athletic Club Scholar Athlete Program
By Jennifer Holzapfel-Hanson
In its 50-plus-year history, the MAC Scholar Athlete program has evolved into a beloved tradition. Each year, 30 area high schools nominate a trio of sophomores, with the final recipient from each school chosen through an application process managed by the Multnomah Athletic Foundation. The program does more than offer students access to world-class athletic facilities; it nurtures a sense of community and provides a supportive environment for personal growth and development.
Some students are drawn by the two-year MAC membership, which can transition into Intermediate membership. Others are enticed by the $1,500 college scholarship from the foundation, which also offers a wealth of resources and programs to support their athletic and academic goals. However, the true highlight is the sense of community at MAC, which many find priceless.
What’s not to love about becoming a MAC member? But the Scholar Athlete program enhances the sense of community at MAC as well. By integrating young athletes into the club, MAC fosters an environment where members of all ages can interact, learn from each other, and build lasting relationships. These young athletes bring fresh energy and diverse perspectives, enriching the club’s culture and promoting a vibrant, inclusive community.
This year, three recent high school graduates reflected on their most meaningful experiences as Scholar Athletes. Each shared how the program has been instrumental to their growth, demonstrating its profound impact not only on participants, but also value to the club community itself.
Strengthening the Community
Scholar Athlete Indie Browning (2022), a basketball player from Beaverton High School, says MAC has been a cornerstone in her athletic journey, especially after a significant injury. “I started in June of my sophomore year, and since then, the MAC has been a second home to me. I fractured my back at the end of the season, and the club
had all the equipment I needed for my recovery. It was a game-changer,” she recalls. “The community at MAC is incredibly supportive. When I started, I was nervous because there weren’t many young females. But everyone made me feel comfortable. Now, it’s one of my favorite places.”
Browning often came to the club at 5 a.m., appreciating the early opening and the opportunity to practice basketball and center herself before school started — an opportunity other gyms with later opening times would not have provided.
She also highlights the social benefits of the club: “Because I can bring a friend as a guest, I’ve brought all my teammates at least once. The connections I’ve made, both with peers and staff, have been invaluable. MAC has helped me in my sport and training, contributing to my scholarship at Montana State University. It’s always been my goal to play professionally, and the club has played a huge part in that.”
Browning highlights the unique opportunities provided by the foundation, such as attending an event where she met former collegiate and Olympic athletes. “They talked about finding who you are outside of athletics and how you can give back to the community,” she says. “It was perfect timing — right after my injury — and really inspiring.”
Fostering Lifelong Athletes
The Scholar Athlete program often cultivates lifelong athletes at MAC. Scholar Athlete Andrew Keller (2022), a multisport athlete from La Salle Catholic College Preparatory who plays basketball and baseball, appreciates the high-quality facilities and welcoming environment. Keller, who is committed to attending Gonzaga University in Washington this fall, values the environment at MAC. “The weight room is insane,” he says. Speaking to the sense of belonging he feels, Keller says, “Even during busy times, everybody is super nice, and the staff and trainers are always ready to help. The place is really fun, and I love being there.”
This positive experience fosters a lasting connection to the club, encouraging young athletes to remain advocates for MAC in the future. At the same time, the club’s role in nurturing youth athletics and personal development amplifies its standing in the broader community.
Building a Legacy of Excellence
Donny Greenberg, a wrestler, baseball, and football player from Milwaukee High School, was selected as a Scholar Athlete in 2022. He hopes to attend Clark Community College in Vancouver, Washington, to play baseball.
Greenberg says he found MAC essential during his recovery from shoulder surgery. “I couldn’t work out at school, so I went to the club almost every day. The equipment and recovery tools are incredible. It helped me stay in shape, even when I couldn’t move my arm.”
Greenberg appreciates the camaraderie and mentorship found within the community. He praises the facilities and support from trainers like Garrett Schnell, who helped him with a customized workout plan post-surgery. While Scholar Athletes benefit from interactions with experienced coaches, trainers, and successful athletes, MAC employees — and members — gain the opportunity to mentor and inspire the next generation. This dynamic creates a rich network of relationships that benefit the entire community.
This collaboration enhances MAC’s ongoing reputation as a leader in supporting youth athletics and education and helps attract new members who value a club that supports young people.
Guidance, Training & Inspiration
MAC personal trainer Aria Jeremiah says she enjoys the positive impact young athletes have in the club. The former chef now serves as the head coach for dry-land training with the middle- and high-school artistic swimming group, and an assistant coach for the high school “Silver Seniors” synchro team.
Working with the teams on resistance training and Olympic lifting to enhance their power and flexibility — along with being available for Scholar Athletes in the weight room — has given her a deep appreciation for their commitment.
“I have never met a harder working group of young people in my life. Their dedication to their sport inside and outside the pool is
insurmountable,” she explains. She highlights the students’ demanding schedules, which include early practices, school, additional training and homework. Their hard work and discipline inspire and impress her regularly.
Jeremiah finds the Scholar Athletes’ adaptability remarkable and believes their presence at MAC benefits other young members by setting an example of diligence and dedication. “These youth have worked their way into being members. It is inspiring to see what hard work looks like in any way, shape, or form.”
Beyond Athletics
Jeremiah appreciates how MAC’s resources give the club its ability to provide opportunities and scholarships, describing it as a blessing. “What is cool is we have the ability to do so — and so we do.” She notes the transformative impact of the program on young athletes’ lives, both during and after their time at MAC, highlighting the value of a supportive community. “The program changes lives in more ways than we understand. It continues to change their lives even after they leave.”
As the newest class of Scholar Athletes steps into this vibrant community, MAC and the foundation welcomes them. Together, this collaboration provides the gift of fostering lifelong connections, supporting young athletes in their journey to excellence, and enriching the whole community.
2024 MAC Scholar Athletes
This year, 27 sophomores received the honor of being named a Scholar Athlete. They shared some of their favorite things at the June Media Day and welcome event. Their responses reflect the diverse inspiration and activities they bring to the MAC community.
Ethan Dusicka
Beaverton High School
Favorite class: Calculus
Sports: Tennis, swimming, and soccer
Advice: Find something you’re good at and enjoy and stick with it.
Kelyn Johnson
Benson High School
Favorite subject: Math
Sport: Basketball
Advice: Always have fun, and don’t let negative people ruin your love of the game.
Marli Phelps
Central Catholic High School
Favorite subject: English
Sports: Soccer, track, and basketball
Inspiration: My nana, Marilyn. She builds a great relationship with people.
Abby Nesmith
Clackamas High School
Favorite subject: Math
Sports: Volleyball, cross country, and track
Advice: Don’t be afraid to try as many times as you want while you have time.
Arlo Copony
Cleveland High School
Favorite class: IB Physics
Sports: Baseball and surfing
Inspiration: Derrick Miramontes is one of my baseball coaches. He is always pushing me to get better, and he’s always positive. I’ve worked with him for over five years.
Luke Reeves
David Douglas High School
Favorite subjects: Social Studies and history
Sports: Basketball and tennis
Advice: Stay involved in sports activities.
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Tessa Rivard
Franklin High School
Favorite subject: Math
Sports: Cross country and track
Advice: Being competitive and dedicated is as important as your rest.
Lucy Kapranos
Grant High School
Favorite class: Sports marketing
Sports: Soccer, basketball, and lacrosse
Advice: Be a hard worker for your teammates and respect their work ethic.
Zorina Johnson
Ida B. Wells High School
Favorite subject: Physics
Sports: Wrestling, football, and track
Inspiration: Wrestler Aaron Brooks, a high school, collegiate, and Olympic team member.
Mimi Thompson
Jesuit High School
Favorite subject: Science
Sports: Cross country, track, and ski teams
Inspiration: My older sister, Kate. She is going to medical school next year at OHSU. I watched her volunteer at lab, study in the MCAT, and live a really balanced life. I’m proud of her.
John Rask
La Salle Preparatory
Favorite class: Honors English
Sports: Football, swimming, and tennis
Advice: Try everything, even if you don’t know what you’re doing. Mistakes are OK — just learn from them.
Taylor Sheldon
Lake Oswego High School
Favorite subject: Math
Sports: Cross country, basketball, and track
Inspiration: My parents, because they always push me to be the best person I can be.
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Ellie Wang
Lakeridge High School
Favorite subject: Spanish
Sports: Tennis and dance team
Inspiration: Coach Taylor, my dance coach, who is positive and pushes us to be our best.
Tilly Dettling
Lincoln High School
Favorite subject: Math
Sports: Track, cross country, and swimming
Advice: Enjoy what you’re doing. Listen to your coach.
Arlo Schmidt
Milwaukie High School
Favorite class: AP Psychology
Sports: Track, cross country, and basketball
Inspiration: My running distance coach, John Hodney, because he constantly drives over 45 minutes to practice to keep us.
Natalie Kawaguchi
Mountainside High School
Favorite subject/classes: Science –Chemistry and Physics
Sports: Softball, soccer, and wrestling
Advice: Time goes by fast. Really enjoy and love the game you’re playing.
Lucas McCall Petke
McDaniel High School
Favorite subject: History
Sport: Wrestling
Inspiration: My grandma on my mom’s side, Caroline McCall. Almost everyone who met her would say she was the nicest person they’d ever met.
Molly Nelson
Nelson High School
Favorite subject/class: Math/Algebra
Sports: Cross country and track
Inspiration: Allie Ostrander. She’s very open to the public and talks about her struggles as a pro runner. I think it’s good to talk about the good and bad.
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Juni Napaa
Parkrose High School
Favorite subjects: History and Math
Sports: Football and volleyball
Inspiration: Dad demonstrates dedication and love.
Aidan Brown
Rex Putnam High School
Favorite subject: Chemistry
Sports: Football and wrestling
Inspiration: My dad, because he works hard and gets things done.
Adelaide Wasnick
Southridge High School
Favorite subject/class: English Lit and Composition
Sports: Cross country and track
Advice: Persistence and consistency pay off.
Alisa Safina
St. Mary’s Academy
Favorite class: Honors History
Sports: Skiing (alpine and giant slalom), cross country, and track
Advice: Pick one thing and stick to it. Apply yourself.
Carolina Alonso
Roosevelt High School
Favorite class/subject: AP Language –English, writing, analysis
Sports: Basketball, track, and soccer
Inspiration: Basketball coach Nike Greene, who cares about building community and is dedicated to players.
Delfina Arrache
Sunset High School
Favorite subject: Math
Sports: Soccer, swimming, and flag football
Inspiration: My dad. I really look up to him a lot. He’s gone through so much, and he’s still standing strong and is there for his family.
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Haley Barnachea
Tigard High School
Favorite classes: Anatomy and Physiology
Sports: Tennis
Advice: Don’t overwork yourself. Find balance.
Kimball Craner
Tualatin High School
Favorite subject: History
Sports: Mountain biking and water skiing
Advice: Put in the work and effort. Make sacrifices and it will pay off.
Kylie Frantz
Westview High School
Favorite class: Child development
Sports: Softball and basketball
Advice: Fall in love with your sport.
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MAC Talks with the Timbers
Soccer fans got the exclusive opportunity to participate in a Q&A with two standout players — midfielders Diego Chará and Evander – who were joined by Head Coach Phil Neville at MAC on June 4.
1. Timbers midfielder Evander 2. Attendees got a chance to submit questions for the athletes prior to the talk 3. Mike and Jessica Dorrington pose with the Timbers coach and players during a photo op after the presentation 4. Players from Soccer Chance Academy at the photo op
Arts Committee Outing
The Arts Committee recently visited the Multnomah County Circuit Courthouse for a tour of the art there, which includes some artists currently on display at the club, such as Michael Brophy and James Lavatour.
5. Chair Jan Atwill, Joshua Leake, Jeanne Neville, Shaunmarie Gutbezahl, and Annie Leonard
Field Day
To kick off summer, MAC families took to Providence Park on June 14 for the second annual Field Day. An array of games and activities awaited them, from an inflatable obstacle course to a variety of carnival games.
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It was a night of good vibes and great company at the 20s/30s Committee-hosted Bali Night Pool Party on July 12. Guests danced the night away and indulged in a delicious Indonesian-inspired menu on the lower Sun Deck.
Bali Night Pool Party
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DRAFTING A BETTER BUSINESS
MAC Entrepreneurs Are the Tastemakers of Portland
By Jake Ten Pas
As a venue for connecting with other successful Portland professionals, MAC is a cut above. The club’s culture of entrepreneurial energy could be described as downright intoxicating, and one might even say that the proposition of membership seems designed to bring great minds together to make each other better.
Take it from the barber, brewery co-founder, and interior designer who share their stories below, or simply ask Dave Hanna, who took the reins of MAC’s Professional Business Networking Group during his time as manager of the Membership department from 2007 to 2018.
“MAC has a strong reputation for attracting some of the most prominent community and business leaders in Portland. This is not by accident. From a membership perspective, we market the club for this value proposition. As a result, the diversity of our business representation is likely unmatched against any other single Portland-based entity not designed to serve that role specifically,” he says.
Now a first-year member of MAC’s Board of Trustees, as well as the Director of Development for Willamette University, Hanna continued to facilitate the group’s discussions as a member before turning moderating duties over to his successor, Scott Jacobs. The group continues to meet at 7:30 a.m. on the second Wednesday of each month, and Hanna feels like it provides a valuable resource to the club community, as evidenced by his own experience with it.
“I’ve learned quite a bit about business strategy, marketing, sales, financial management, risk management, human resources, and public relations. Being present and engaged in such high-level conversations for years makes it almost impossible not to glean and learn,” he reports.
Even members who haven’t yet discovered the joys of early-morning connections with fellow professionals in an organized setting can find ample networking opportunities at MAC. Just chatting with others in the community while working out, having dinner, or attending a social event can yield surprising yarns of successes attained, challenges overcome, and the wisdom gained along the way.
The Mane Attraction
The versatile Roberto Villalobos, for instance, has reinvented himself so many times that he’s a one-man testimonial to the power of selfawareness and perseverance. The proprietor of Fisticuts Barbershop in the Hollywood District of Northeast Portland, he’s right at home among stars, whether of the silver screen or soccer field.
“All of the Timbers came to my shop at one point,” Villalobos proclaims, listing off former clients such as Dairon Asprilla, Diego Valeri, and Vytas. “That was invaluable to have professional athletes showing up to give me that clout, that credibility. It helped me establish what I have today.”
Never mind that most of those players moved onto shops closer to their homes during the pandemic. The word was out that if you wanted the latest in football fashion, you went to Villalobos, and his business has only grown since. Perhaps the most important takeaway from the experience was the importance of looking for an unfilled niche.
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“ SOMETIMES YOU NEED THAT PUSH THAT YOU AREN’T EVEN GIVING YOURSELF. IT’S HARD TO LEAVE A JOB THAT YOU’RE VERY COMFORTABLE IN, EVEN IF YOU HAVE DREAMS, DESIRES, AND ASPIRATIONS TO DO SOMETHING COMPLETELY DIFFERENT.” –EMILY DODGE
to learn his new art form, and after dedicating himself to the craft, Villalobos attained a level of craftsmanship and understanding of the inherent culture of the barbershop that allowed him to take his practice to the next level. He moved to Portland, worked in others’ shops for a few years, and ultimately opened Fisticuts in 2018.
“When I moved here, I noticed that the culture is different, so the hair types are different,” he says. “My philosophy is that when people are coming in to get a haircut, they want something that makes them feel good. That’s what I’m trying to do as a hair professional.
“I used to have clients come in and show me a photo of David Beckham or Ronaldo. Now, they’re showing me social media influencers with hair swooping in the front, and that’s the look. Creativity is accepted, and I love it.”
Villalobos’ discovery was that many Spanish-speaking Timbers couldn’t get a decent haircut due to both language barriers and a lack of local shops with experience in the culture and techniques of Latin American barbering.
“All of this was the power of social media,” Villalobos explains. “I was looking at the players and wondering, ‘Who is cutting their hair?’ So, I messaged the entire team, Lucas Melano was the first to respond, and he said, ‘I can’t get a decent haircut! People don’t understand what I’m saying.’ One player led to another, and I kept building off of that.”
Born to Salvadoran immigrants in San Francisco, Villalobos speaks both Spanish and French, which has helped him to travel the world and absorb the latest fashions wherever he goes. After initially working in IT out of high school, he chose to honor the sacrifices his parents had made in bringing their children to the United States by going back to San Francisco State to earn his degree in speech and communications. At the same time, he started performing standup comedy in local clubs, which eventually led him to Los Angeles in pursuit of fame and fortune. He ended up opening for the likes of Robin Williams and Dave Chappelle while also taking bit parts in shows such as Law & Order: Los Angeles
Despite such wins, Villalobos began to realize that this particular dream wasn’t working out the way he’d hoped, and he wondered if going to barber school might provide a more stable base for his life. With its incredible diversity of individuals, L.A. proved a fertile ground
Anyone with a great stylist can relate to the fact that the relationship sometimes is built upon trust and personal chemistry as much as how they look, and Villalobos has found success in building a team able to meet every client’s needs while building a solid rapport. He also still finds an opportunity or two to continue to practice past dreams while staying focused on the one at hand.
“I’ve had some of the best and biggest laughs with clients over the years, and the talking part came very naturally to me. I would be lying to you if I said, I don’t try to slip in an occasional joke every now and then. That helps me keep my creative muscles flexed, right?”
Together in Perfect Harmony
Sometimes the universe gives you a truly unambiguous sign. For MAC member Emily Dodge and her partner in Olive & Ivory Interiors, Kelsey Stephenson, it came in the form of a Crate & Barrel catalog perused at just the right moment in their professional lives. In 2020, both were laid off from Nike during the early days of COVID, and had just discussed the possibility of starting their own business with the realities of the situation setting in.
“I got laid off on Monday, and was flipping through the Crate & Kids catalogue, and a beautiful, well-styled bedroom pops up. In the background of the image was a letterboard sign that said, ‘Emily & Kelsey Are Awesome.’ I got full body chills,” she recalls. They met for coffee a couple of days later, came up with some ideas, and had launched their new business about a month later.
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Member Emily Dodge and her business partner Kelsey Stephenson started Olive & Ivory Interiors at a pivotal point in both of their professional lives.
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“Sometimes you need that push that you aren’t even giving yourself. It’s hard to leave a job that you’re very comfortable in, even if you have dreams, desires, and aspirations to do something completely different. It’s hard to leave security and comfort.” Dodge credits the longtime friends having very supportive partners who gave them the time they needed to focus on their business for several months. They also had a client on day one, and despite it being a nerve-wracking time to start a business, they’ve managed to grow it ever since.
“When we started the business, we went into it saying nothing is more important than our friendship, and when you know in your hear of hearts that you can walk away from the business to maintain the relationship as the most important thing in your life, then it’s going to work out,” Dodge explains.
She adds that the design duo are incredibly aligned both in their vision for the business and their clients. “The last thing we want to do is try to push through a style that they’re not excited about just because we may be excited about it as designers. We want our clients to be super proud of the home that we’ve helped them create, we want their personality to shine through, and we want them to feel really heard at the end of the day.”
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WE WOULD LOVE TO CONTINUE TO GROW, BUT OUR BACKBONE IS HERE. WE WANT TO SEE PORTLAND COME BACK TO WHAT IT WAS PRE-COVID. WE LOVE OUR CITY.”
–ERIC BANZER-LAUSBERG
While the pandemic was a challenging time to start a business, with supply shortages and clients often trapped at home, it also offered opportunities. People were tired of seeing the same interiors while working and living at home, giving Olive & Ivory a fertile market for renovations. Dodge adds that great communication never goes out of style, and in addition to their consistently clean aesthetics, the company has strived on the strength of their ability to always be reachable, as well as proactively in touch.
“We always say that even though we work in design, we almost work more in customer service because it’s our reputation. We want our clients to feel well taken care of, and communication is just the most critical part of that.”
Open Minds, Open Cans
Migration is more than just a beer. It’s a state of mind committed to movement, change, and diversity, both of flavor and people. Since 2010, member Eric BanzerLausberg has dedicated himself to this idea by fermenting a revolution in local beverage culture.
“It’s a constant journey that we’re all on. If you have a beer with new people, it can continue to open up new doors, ideas, relationships, and adventures,” he says.
The seeds of Migration were planted at a Portland pizza-and-pitcher mainstay, Lucky Labrador, where Banzer-Lausberg, distribution; his brother McKean, CEO; Mike Branes, head brewer; and Colin Rath, pubs director, all worked in various capacities.
“I don’t want to say we had nothing to lose, but there was not much risk. We did it on a shoestring budget. Our team, we just had confidence in each other, what we all brought to the table, and our previous skillset and experience. We used that to our fullest to then make a name for ourselves,” Banzer-Lausberg says.
Having great beer doesn’t hurt either. Capitalizing on the growing popularity back east of New-England style IPAs, which thirsty folks all across the country now know as hazy IPAs, Migration began making a less bitter, fruitier, and more aromatic concoction that consumers of all ages enjoy drinking. Mo Haze Ic IPA is Migration’s flagship take on the style and the company’s most awardwinning beer. It’s taken bronze at the Great American Beer Fest, the most prestigious such event in the country.
Banzer-Lausberg says another recent award is even more significant, though. This year Migration claimed the Small Business of the Year Award for the state of Oregon, the first time a craft brewery’s been selected for the recognition. “We have 50 employees we provide jobs to, and all of them have access to health insurance if they want it. It’s a true economic impact, especially right now as people are looking for jobs.”
He says Migration is committed to spreading their success around, and in addition to a number of charitable endeavors such as of charitable endeavors such as sponsoring Self Enhancement, Inc.’s Soul of the City event, Portland Pride Beer Week, and the Govy 500 at Mt. Hood Meadows, the brewery regularly donates beer to the MAC for basketball, golf, and pickleball events.
And Migration’s fortunes keep growing. After opening two more locations in the wake of their initial Glisan Brewpub, they’ve delved into pop-ups, opening one on a rooftop across the MAX tracks from MAC. In addition to a range of IPAs, they’ve expanded into Belgianstyle beers with their Paloma Sour, and are set to launch a non-alcoholic beer – capitalizing on yet another emerging trend — to all local grocery outlets in September. While Migration’s distribution now reaches as far as Idaho and Colorado domestically, and Japan, Thailand, and Hong Kong internationally,
Banzer-Lausberg says Oregon remains its primary focus.
“The old term in the beer world is it’s better to dig a mile deep rather than an inch wide,” he says. “We would love to continue to grow, but our backbone is here. We want to see Portland come back to what it was preCOVID. We love our city.”
Even more than that, Banzer Lausberg emphasizes that, “We’re just open-minded. We love all humans, and that’s something we’re proud of, hence the name Migration. We’ve always come into it that open-minded mentality of everyone’s welcome at our establishments.”
Back at MAC
How does all of this fit into the club’s robust, business-forward culture? “I believe you are who you surround yourself with, and you can’t be successful alone,” Jacobs says. “Multnomah Athletic Club provides a lot of varieties of excellence, and business networking — or some say business connecting — can be facilitated right here because of the quality and variety of members we have. For me, this is a melting pot of business professionals.”
The founder of Jacobs Consulting Group should know. During the early days of COVID, he and his wife downsized, getting rid of unnecessary offices and consolidating their work lives at home. Now, Jacobs
conducts much of his business from club spaces ranging from the Cornerstone Lounge to the recently upgraded Work From MAC suite in the King Hill and Chapman rooms on the second floor. He’s a ubiquitous presence who thrives on making connections between people, professional opportunities, and untapped potential.
“MAC provides you the broadest spectrum and opportunity to interact because business isn’t always done across the table. It can be done in the workout room, at a social event, or on the court. I find holistically that this is the best place for me to put my roots as a professional business coach,” he explains. Hosting the monthly Professional Business Networking meetings on site provides yet another resource to lifelong athletes, who can connect in as many ways as they can play within the club.
Roberto Villalobos named his barbershop Fisticuts based on his love of antiques and boxing.
Scott Jacobs moderates MAC’s Professional Business Networking Group.
“ MAC HAS A STRONG REPUTATION FOR ATTRACTING SOME OF THE MOST PROMINENT COMMUNITY AND BUSINESS LEADERS IN PORTLAND.” –DAVE HANNA
MAC Tennis Events
Get Out & Have Some Fun
When most people think about tennis, they are thinking about competition. Whether it be a singles or doubles match, the first question asked is, “Who won?” As the essence of the sport is to compete against an adversary to see who comes out victorious, it makes sense for this question to be asked. However, the MAC Tennis staff is aware there are some members who occasionally would like something a little more social, where the competition is fun but not the main purpose. For this reason, all tennis-playing MAC members can look forward to more events on the Tennis calendar.
Keep an eye on the Tennis page at themac. com to learn more details about these upcoming events as they become available.
Off-Court Activities
All too often, tennis players eager to improve turn to the internet to find the newest tip or something to raise their level of play. To help satisfy curi ous players and those striving to find all advantages, there will be a couple new Tennis Chalk Talks on the sched ule. These are interactive lectures on a specific topic or topics. Strategies for singles and doubles play have been covered and will be covered again, but there will also be guest speakers in the lineup ready to share their wealth of knowledge.
TENNIS
Tournaments
When the word tournament is mentioned, visions of cutthroat, winner-take-all matches come to mind for most players. However, a MAC Club Championship tournament has a different atmosphere. Yes, everyone who enters has dreams of claiming a title, but the majority of members are in it for the good times and comradery that only come when tennis players are all at the same event, watching and socializing together. By adding a Saturday night no-host bar to the traditional Friday night no-host bar, all MAC tournaments now have two evenings of play with the lounge packed with players, friends, and family.
All MAC Championships — Singles, Doubles, and Mixed Doubles — are held September through November, with the Parent-Child Tournament in January.
Off-Site Events
It is no secret that club tennis courts are extremely busy, and it can be difficult to reserve a court. Knowing this, MAC Tennis has a few events held away from the club to help get more court time for members. The annual Tennis in The Park (with potluck) held at Camille Park in August is a huge success. Members play until the sun sets and darkness falls on the courts! This year, it starts at 6 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 15.
Enjoy watching Grand Slam finals? MAC Tennis also has occasional watch parties for everyone to get together and be amazed by the top tennis players of today.
In addition to these events, the Tennis office has been trying hard to publish the MAC teams competing in post-season play. Whether it be playoffs or sectionals, it is great to attend events where MAC teams and crowds have been known to be some of the largest and loudest groups in attendance.
On-Court, Low-Key Events
The best sign of a socially competitive event is when the event ends and very few players know who won, but everyone had a good time. In a socially competitive event, winning is nice, but having fun and making sure everyone involved has a good time is more important. Awards may or may not be handed out, but if they are, the prize rarely goes to the team or individual who won. A few of those events may be:
• Orange Ball Triples – Singles. Doubles. Triples? Who put a third player on the court?! This three-on-three format encourages teamwork, strategy, and communication. Teams of
three to four players will play a one-up, twoback formation. At the conclusion of each point, teams rotate positions.
• One-on-One Doubles – A tennis court is 78’ by 36’. In one-on-one doubles, the court is divided in half widthwise, creating a 78’ by 18’ court. Players compete one-on-one, essentially playing cross-court singles on half a doubles court. This format blends skills from both singles and doubles play.
• Bump Night – In this doubles events, the object is to beat everyone on the courts to try and bump up to the highest court of the night. Players shouldn’t get too comfortable, as coaches mix up partners throughout the evening to help create a fair, competitive, and social night on the courts.
Promoting Inclusivity & Community Spirit
In sports, it is easy to get wrapped up in competition and focus solely on the outcome of winning. While coming out victorious is what all players are trying to do, it is important for everyone to remember the ultimate goal of being a part of a tennis community is to build, foster, and support that community. Without a vibrant group of players at all levels, a tennis community loses its ability to nourish and grow the players within the community and takes away the special feel only a tennis community can create.
Tennis Teams Head to Sectionals
USTA League tennis is played across the entire country, and no one is excluded from competing. From members at a private club or a public facility to someone who only plays outside at a local park, all can join and play. Typically, there are hundreds of teams playing in each of the nation’s 16 sectionals, totaling thousands of teams vying for national championships.
The USTA 18+ and 40+ are the largest two leagues at MAC and also in the country. MAC was able to field 41 teams in the two leagues, with more than 500 members taking part in matches. However, when all was said and done, there were only a few teams left standing to compete at Sectionals in August.
In the 18+ division, MAC has:
• Women’s 3.5, Kayla Casebeer/Jeri Finn team
• Men’s 4.0, Doug Post/Reza Kafi team
These teams are set to compete at Tualatin Hills Parks and Recreation Complex (158th Street and Walker Road in Beaverton) from Aug. 9-11.
The 40+ division features:
• Men’s 3.0, Kip Stevenson team
• Men’s 4.0, Doug Post/Reza Kafi team
• Women’s 3.0, Amy Risch/ Melissa Jacobs team
• Women’s 4.5, Shannon Bilstrom/ Annie Duong team
These teams are set to compete at Tualatin Hills Parks and Recreation Complex from Aug. 23-25.
MAC typically has some of the largest crowd of supporters and members coming out to cheer teams on. Head out to the courts to join in watching fellow MAC members vie for a chance at a trip to USTA Nationals! It is sure to be a good time.
18+ and 40+ Sectional-bound Men’s 4.0 Post/Kafi team
Summer Volleyball Teams Take on Seaside
This summer, MAC Volleyball launched its brand-new summer season. Four teams have been training and conditioning for the 2024 Seaside Volleyball Tournament (Aug. 8-11). All four teams are set to compete in the junior quads division, which occurs Aug. 10-11.
The summer program was created to meet the needs of athletes wanting to stay involved during the summer and receive some beneficial training for their fall school and club seasons. Training on the sand improves agility, vertical jump, and reaction time, and athletes see a noticeable difference on the court after training on the sand. MAC Volleyball has partnered with the University of Portland to provide sand training for teams.
The Seaside Volleyball Tournament has been around since 1982, celebrating its 42nd year this summer! It welcomes hundreds of teams, including juniors (12U-18U) and
adults (men/women/coed). Both juniors and adults play on doubles teams (two players) and quads teams (four players) and include a range of talent levels, from Open (pro/semipro) to Beginner. Fun fact: MAC’s very own Coach Amy Harrison participated in the first decade of the tourney, taking first place in the Open division with her partner in 1984! She and her partner went on to place second, fourth, and third place the following years. Now, Harrison is heading back to the sand 40 years later to help coach juniors to success at the same tournament.
This summer, MAC’s four teams competing in the tournament include: 14-1 Audrey, 14-2 Laura/Amy, 16-1 Delaney, and 18-1 Cory. All teams are coached by current and new MAC coaches, who will also be coaching for the 2024-25 club season. Congrats and good luck to the teams and athletes!
14-1
Coach Audrey Histed Gianna Yazzolino
Georgina Linden
Parker Ault
Damila Axley
Violet Fields
Zoe Zenit
Aya Longdemo 14-2
Coaches Laura Cartwright & Amy Harrison
Emma Donnelly
Lila Jones
Alexis Arnot
Harper Roberts
Lilah Dennery
Lucy Weber
16-1
Coach Delaney Hopen
Julia Langan
Rachel Langan
Eva Risch
Ellie Watson
Maddie Reagan
18-1
Coach Cory Shackelford
Aila Walker
Jordan Goettler
Nikki Nassib
Maddie Delaney
Kathryn Urquhart
Maya Cardenas
Ruby Schwartz
RACQUETBALL
Club Singles Champs Crowned
At the end of May, MAC’s racquetball courts turned just a wee bit less friendly as the annual Singles Championships got underway. Over three days, MAC athletes competed for glory as well as for fun. It was a great turnout, and players are already getting ready for next year! The top results are listed at right.
In addition to these champions, Seth Bouska was named Most Valuable Player for the Upper Level while Chris Campbell was named Most Valuable Player for the Lower Level. Robert McGlynn was named 2024’s Most Improved Player, and Vuong Vu snagged the coveted Sportsmanship Award.
Dozens of players and family members gathered for stories and trophies at the end of season celebration and awards ceremony on May 29!
Anyone and everyone is encouraged to come down and play. Racquetball is a great sport, and the community is very welcoming. For more information, contact racquetball@themac.com.
Open DivisionSanjay BediSeth Bouska
A DivisionChuck BlomquistZach Banks
B DivisionAJ Shepard Laura Van der Veer
C DivisionGary BergerRyan Chiotti
D DivisionTom RomanaggiCatherine Morley
Left: B Division champs Laura Van der Veer and AJ Shepard. Right: Open Division runner-up Seth Bouska and winner Sanjay Bedi. Players and family members celebrate the end of the season on May 29.
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New Lifelong Athlete Award Joins Loprinzi & Fox Honors
Every year in February, the Celebration of Champions brings together MAC’s community of lifelong athleticism to celebrate all that has been accomplished and the people who made it possible. While many members already may be familiar with the Joe Loprinzi Inspirational and Mel Fox Amateur Athlete of the Year Awards, next year’s event adds an exciting new slice of evergreen inspiration in the form of the Hank Marcus Lifelong Athlete Award!
Nominate an inspirational member today at themac.com. Submissions are due by 5 p.m. Monday, Sept. 30. New this year, any individual member can submit a nomination for any of the three awards. These nominations then are forwarded to the respective sport committee for endorsement. A member can’t be nominated for the Mel Fox Amateur Athlete of the Year Award and the Lifelong Athlete Award in the same year.
Joe Loprinzi Inspirational Award
Loprinzi, born in1914, was a TV exercise guru and healthy lifestyle proponent. He became an instructor at MAC in August 1937 and inspired many individuals during the 60 years he worked for the club. His spirit and memory motivate many to seize every day, take the stairs, and work hard while having fun.
The Joe Loprinzi Inspirational Award is presented annually to an individual who inspires others to achieve their goals. Nominations are limited to intermediate members, dues-paying individual resident members who have voting rights, and the immediate family of junior members of those individual resident members. Athletic members are not eligible for this award.
Mel Fox Amateur Athlete of the Year Award
Mel Fox was an outstanding athlete at Franklin High School in the 1940s and went on to play football at Linfield College. After graduation, Fox turned to high school teaching and coaching. In 1967, MAC hired Fox as its Athletic Director. During his 16-year tenure, he laid the foundation for a strong and vibrant youth athletics program. Club membership doubled and individual member participation in athletics quadrupled during his tenure.
Fox was associated with athletics his entire life and cherished the challenge of competition. The Mel Fox Amateur Athlete of the Year Award is given to the individual or team who has demonstrated athletic excellence, sportsmanship, and leadership during the course of an athletic year running from September to August.
Hank Marcus with Athletic Committee Chair Ken Meyer and Athletic Director Lisa Miller.
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Hank Marcus Lifelong Athlete Award
The Hank Marcus Lifelong Athlete Award recognizes of a member who has demonstrated a commitment to an active and healthy lifestyle throughout their lives. It celebrates a consistent pursuit of physical fitness and maintained passion for activity. The honor spotlights individuals who embody the true spirit of sports and wellness, showing that age is not a barrier to staying active and achieving personal goals.
The award is named after beloved MAC employee and racquetball legend Hank Marcus, who is retiring in 2024 after 40 years of enthusiastic service to the club. Nominations are limited to dues-paying individual and family resident members who have voting rights.
Marcus’s Lasting Impact
Like MAC legends Mel Fox and Joe Loprinzi, the new Lifelong Athlete Award’s namesake has made an undeniable impact on the club. Hank Marcus has loyally served members for four decades as a racquet sports pro and advocate for the club’s sport communities.
Marcus’s journey began as a talented junior and elite professional racquetball player in the 1970s and 1980s. His leadership extended beyond the court as he went on to become the Oregon State Racquetball President and Men’s Pro Tour Commissioner. Marcus also founded World Outdoor Racquetball and co-founded the Military Racquetball Federation, an organization which conducts rehabilitation clinics for veterans across the country. In recognition of his excellent performance and commitment to the sport, he was inducted into the USA Racquetball Hall of Fame in 2020.
At MAC, Marcus has been a driving force behind the club’s Racquetball program since 1984. He also went on to manage the Handball and Pickleball programs, and for the past four years has provided unwavering support to all 26 Sport Committees and the Athletic Committee. He has also continued to champion MAC’s governance system while passionately advocating for the enduring impact of physical activity.
In recognition of his remarkable career at MAC, the Athletic Committee proposed to the Board of Trustees that the Lifelong Athlete Award be named in his honor, and the board approved. It was announced publicly at a retirement party in June, where Marcus’s family, friends, and colleagues joined in celebrating.
“It is such an honor to be included with MAC athletic royalty Mel Fox & Joe Loprinzi,” Marcus says. “Sports have been my life at MAC, and it is such an honor to be affiliated with the Lifelong Athlete Award.”
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MAC Climbing Readies for Youth Nationals
In May, 50 MAC Climbing Team athletes traveled to compete at USA Climbing’s Region 12 Lead/TR Championships in Seattle, Washington. Thirty MAC climbers would qualify to compete in Divisional Championships in June. The team had eight podium finishes, with Alyssa Keanini, Ro DuBois, Reeder Smith, and Sonja Weatherill taking third place; Emmalyn Lee taking second place; and Regional champions Austin Oviatt, Tejal Deenadayalu, and Marley Long taking first place.
The MAC Climbing Team also brought home another Team Regional Champions banner, scoring the most points in the event.
At USA Climbing’s Division 1 Lead/TR Championships in June, the 30 MAC Climbing Team athletes who qualified traveled to compete in Lynnwood, Washington, at Vertical World North. Seventeen of them advanced to the final round of the competition, where seven qualified for National Championships. The team had five podium finishes, with Austin Oviatt, Alyssa Keanini, Uma Deenadayalu, and Reeder Smith taking third place, and Divisional Champion Tejal Deenadayalu taking first place. MAC finished second as a team.
The seven MAC athletes who qualified for Lead/Top Rope contributed to the total 22 MAC climbers who were set to travel to Salt Lake City in July to compete in USA Climbing’s Youth National Championships. This event features all three disciplines of competitive climbing: Speed, Lead/Top Rope, and Bouldering.
Coach Justin Rom with Emmalyn Lee; the MAC Climbing Team brings home a Team Regional Champions banner.
Get to Know MAC Outdoor at Tuesday Night Market
Are you an outdoor enthusiast looking to connect with fellow adventurers? Do you want to learn about MAC trips at your fingertips? The Outdoor Adventure Program (OAP) Committee is hosting MAC Outdoor at the Tuesday Night Market from 5-9 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 20.
Stop by the committee’s booth in the Turnaround for details on outdoor programming and upcoming MAC adventures and enter a drawing for a chance to win highquality door prizes, such as Hydroflask tumblers. There will also be discounts on branded gear from Patagonia as well as outdoor vendors showcase cycling, fishing, and paddle sports goods. You can also get more information about upcoming events
such as a fly-fishing movie night, a spey casting clinic, and white-water rafting on the Clackamas River. Swing by to meet fellow adventurers, get inspired, and share stories as Roni Pervizi crafts a summer camp cocktail nearby.
OAP at MAC Night Market
5-9 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 20 Turnaround
Member Numbers: Walk Across America Mileage
Walk Across America is a national program that allows members to create annual mileage goals, with end-of-year rewards. The idea is to set a mileage goal that is reasonable, attainable, challenging, and motivating. MAC members may join at any time.
For more information or to submit mileage, please contact Claire Galton at galtoncc@gmail.com.
Mileage as of June 30, 2024
Ann Blume 8,681
Ann Durfee 49,867
Claire Galton 46,074
Norm Frink 19,300
Vuong Vu 5,047
Robert Jarrett 584
Shannon Leonetti 85,355
Harriet Maizels 29,738
Tom Neilsen 7,807
Linda Opray 22,123
John Popplewell 5,114
Dee Poujade 16,041
Nancy Sergeant 29,784
Carrie Stucky 31,931
Barbara Wetzel 31,010
Ellen Wax 4,216
Dave Huffman 3,387
MAC Massage supports the fitness and wellness goals of all club communities. Licensed massage therapists melt away stress and tension, manage pain, and aid recovery. See what they can do for you by booking an appointment today at themac.com/massage.
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• 100 resistance levels
• More than 500 classes and courses
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The Symbio Incline Elliptical mimics the body’s natural running arc, taking performance and comfort to a new level.
The Fitness Room Gets a Refresh
MAC is set to bring new cardio equipment to the Fitness Room in late August. This upgrade provides updated, top-of-theline treadmills, ellipticals, and upright and recumbent cycles, offering members new opportunities to track their fitness goals, push their cardio limits, and train at every stage of their fitness journey.
In addition to new cardio equipment, MAC is expanding its functional strength training area located north of the turf, allowing more space for traditional strength and conditioning exercises with barbells, dumbbells, kettlebells, and rotational cable towers. This addition frees up turf space, creates more room for individual training, and allows for a more user-friendly layout.
MAC is excited to offer members exciting upgrades to create a truly premium fitness space! These changes are scheduled to take place from Monday, Aug. 26, through Friday, Aug. 30. During the transition, access to cardio equipment in the Fitness Room will be temporarily limited. However, members are encouraged to check out other opportunities to meet their cardio needs:
• Join the Walking & Hiking Committee at the Oregon Railroad Museum (registration is required)
• Try an outdoor ride with the Cycling Committee on Wednesday and Thursday
• Choose from dozens of group exercise classes offered daily by MAC’s amazing instructors
Learn more about this project and the opportunities above at themac.com.
Strength & Conditioning PRO Series
September marks the beginning of another round of PRO series and Strength & Conditioning series offered by MAC Fitness & Wellness. These programs offer members the opportunity to train specific modalities of fitness within a small group setting, with access to an expert MAC coach.
Some of the PRO series starting in September include three different TRX PRO offerings for those interested in suspension training, and MAC Fitness 101, which introduces members how to best utilize areas of the Fitness Room and get started on their fitness journey.
Strength & Conditioning series include options for junior and adult members. Junior members ages 11 to 13 can enroll in Intro to Strength & Conditioning, members 14 to 18 can enroll in High School Strength & Conditioning, and adult members 18 and older can enroll in Adult Intro to Strength & Conditioning or Adult Intermediate Strength & Conditioning.
New this fall is the Master’s Athlete: Strength & Conditioning series for members ages 55 and older.
Registration begins in August. Head to the Fitness page on themac.com for more information, or email fitness@themac.com with any questions. See you in class soon!
— Christy Johnson, Fitness & Training Supervisor
Massage & the Parasympathetic Nervous System
Anyone who has ever received a relaxing massage might have noticed their stomach growling or felt the need for a blanket during the session. Why does this happen?
Massage, along with practices like meditation and deep breathing, activates a part of the brain called the parasympathetic nervous system — also referred to as the “rest and digest” system. During a massage, it is common to experience stomach grumbling, a need to use the restroom, drowsiness, chills, or even involuntary movements. These occur as the nervous system relaxes, causing a drop
in cortisol (stress hormone) levels and activating primary organ functions.
The parasympathetic nervous system uses four out of 12 cranial nerves, most of which connect to the sensory organs. It also innervates the vagus nerve, which travels through the mouth, neck, chest, and down into the abdomen, impacting many internal organs. Here are some common signs that the PNS is kicking in:
• Increased digestion and waste elimination
• Dozing off
• Involuntary movements
• Decreased body temperature as blood rushes to the organs
• L owered heart rate and blood pressure
• Increased production of tears and mucus Massage helps bring the body back to homeostasis while managing pain and discomfort. To experience these benefits, book a massage at themac.com/massage.
— Mariya Zavyalova, LMT
This article is for information only and is not intended to replace medical advice.
Fitness & Wellness plans to offer monthly complimentary educational talks open to all members beginning in September and running through the end of the year. Each month covers a different topic and is given by one of MAC’s expert Fitness & Wellness leadership team members. Katarina Simko leads the first talk coming up in September, covering the topic of how to upgrade your eating habits.
Interested in attending this talk? Reach out to fitness@themac.com to learn more about the details, or look for more information on the MAC website soon!
Wellness Supervisor Katarina Simko
In sync with Portland Burger Week, there’s a mouthwatering lineup of bun-based brilliance from MAC’s culinary team that awaits. From classic favorites to innovative new twists, each day promises a delicious hamburger experience alongside the regular Sports Pub menu. Plus, MAC chefs are vying for ultimate bragging rights! The top-selling burger of the week earns its creator a special prize. Bring friends, family, and a big appetite to this tasty competition. Seating in the Sports Pub is first come, first served.
Sink Your Teeth into Burger Week
Calling all patty fanatics! Mark the calendar for Aug. 19-25 at the Sports Pub.
CULINARY CALENDAR
Tapas Night at Sunset Bistro
4-8 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 11
Choose from a selection of tapas and sangria in addition to the regular bistro menu.
Reservations can be made at Open Table via themac.com.
Discover Distinct Flavors at Colombian-Themed Supper Club
5:30-8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 20
To celebrate Colombia’s rich food culture, diners can enjoy an array of traditional dishes including short rib empanadas; fried plantains; and a rich blend of rice, beans, eggs, and meat; paired with the South American-inspired sounds of Inka Jam.
Make your reservation now through OpenTable via the Dining page at themac.com. SAE0820
Menu items are subject to change.
Low Country Boil Night at the Bistro
4-8 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 25
In addition to the regular Sunset Bistro menu, MAC chefs feature crawfish, prawns, clams, chorizo, corn, potatoes, and crusty bread. Reservations can be made at Open Table via themac.com.
Reservations are recommended but not required for 1891 and Sunset Bistro. Minors are allowed in the East Room of 1891 for dinner service. Visit themac.com/pages/dining to make a reservation.
Halloween at MAC
This fall, MAC transforms into a Halloween wonderland for members. Organized by the Family Events Committee and the MAC Events department, this year’s event promises an abundance of activities and a thrilling twist on traditional celebrations.
A bewitching array of games, crafts, and activities are planned throughout the club for this exclusive Halloween extravaganza. From face painters and balloon artists to inflatable fun and delectable treats, there’s something for everyone. Attendees are encouraged to unleash their inner ghoul and don their most spooktacular costumes for the Costume Parade in the Ballroom. For those in need of a break, a themed sanctuary awaits in 26 Founders for a sensory reset. Even more activities take over the Turnaround, including inflatable bounce houses and more!
Attendees should prepare to be enchanted as they venture up to the third floor of the parking garage for the annual Trunk or Treat. Participants can sign up for preferred time slots to ensure access to this eerie adventure, where themed car trunks are brimming with treats and surprises. Kids can grab a bag to collect their loot and then vote for their favorite cars afterward.
As usual, local orchard Kiyokawa is on site with crisp, juicy apples available for purchase in the Main Lobby. And when hunger strikes, the Reading Lounge serves up no-host concessions and beverages, ensuring everyone stays fueled for all the Halloween excitement.
Volunteers are invited to help create the magic. Whether assisting with general tasks or transforming cars into spooky masterpieces for Trunk or Treat, every contribution helps make this event unforgettable. Registration opens exclusively for MAC members at noon on Tuesday, Aug. 27. With admission priced at just $5 per person (children aged 0-3 are admitted free), it promises to be an evening of fun for the whole family. SFE1026
Don’t miss out on Family Fridays from 9 a.m.-7:30 p.m. on Oct. 25. SOY101 FA24
Halloween at MAC
4-7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
SFE1026 – registration opens Aug. 27
The family-friendly Trunk or Treat takes over the third floor of the member parking garage on Oct. 26.
August
Saturday, Aug. 3-Sunday, Aug. 4
Overnight Outing: Stargaze at Silcox Hut
Stay overnight and explore Mount Hood from 7,000 feet. The trip includes a host, dinner, stargazing, transportation between Timberline Lodge and Silcox, and breakfast. ODE0803
Sunday, Aug. 4
Family Fun at Hoffman Farms
10 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Spend an action-packed day at a familyowned farm in the Scholls area. The happenings include browsing the farm store, noshing at the on-site bakery, and horsing around on the playground. Tickets include one pint of U-pick berries, a train ride, and one mini pie per person. SFE0804
Friday, Aug. 9
Portland Spirit Happy Hour Cruise
3-5 p.m.
See the city from a new perspective as you sail past some of Portland’s iconic landmarks and homes, and learn interesting tidbits about the city’s history and culture from the river’s perspective. All ages and guests are welcome. SOE0809
Wednesday, Aug. 14
MAC Professional Business Networking Group
7:30-9 a.m.
Members meet monthly in 26 Founders to discuss challenges, successes, and hurdles facing professionals and their enterprises. The cost to attend is $5. SOA191
Thursday, Aug. 15
Tennis Social at Camille Park & Wilson Demo Day
6-8 p.m.
The MAC Tennis Committee invites members to spend an evening outside socializing and enjoying casual play on four outdoor courts, plus a potluck dinner. A Wilson rep will be on hand with nearly 100 racquets to demo. TEE0815
The Golf Committee invites members to grab their clubs and tee up for a fantastic opportunity to connect, play, and make birdies at local clubs. Each nine-hole mixer has a capacity of 24 players and includes range balls. GOE0816
Monday, Aug. 19
History Book Club
6:30-8 p.m.
This month’s book is The Light Ages: The Surprising Story of Medieval Science by Seb Falk. It’s an illuminating guide to the scientific and technological achievements of the Middle Ages through the life of a crusading astronomer-monk. HBC2024
Tuesday, Aug. 20
MAC Night Market
5-9 p.m.
Come stroll and shop MAC’s farmer and artisan market featuring local vendors, live music, and more. Plus, MAC’s Chef Flinn showcases his culinary skills during this fun-filled evening. This month, the OAP Committee is present along with a few outdoor-specific vendors. Invite guests, friends, and neighbors to join, and don’t forget your reusable bags! SOE0820
Members venture out to Silcox Hut every summer.
Flavors
of Colombia Supper Club
5:30-8:30 p.m.
To celebrate Colombia’s rich food culture, diners can enjoy an array of traditional dishes, including short rib empanadas; fried plantains; and Bandeja Paisa, a rich and hearty blend of rice, beans, eggs, and meat; paired with the South American-inspired sounds of Inka Jam. SAE0820 – reservations via Opentable
Tuesday, Aug. 20; Wednesday, Aug. 21 & Thursday, Aug. 22
MAC Junior Synchro Tryouts
5-6 p.m.
Junior swimmers ages 6-9 are invited to try out for the competitive MAC Synchro team. Learn what artistic swimming is all about and be part of this exciting club tradition.
Wednesday, Aug. 21
Outdoor 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament
5:30-9:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 21
This 3-on-3 competition at Portland Heights Park features round-robin-style action with single-elimination playoffs. Entry is open to members ages 18 and older, and teams are picked by tournament organizers to ensure fairness. Spectators are welcome! BBE0821
Thursday, Aug. 22
Racquetball Season Kickoff Event
5:30 p.m.
Dust off your racquet and join the fun at the Racquetball Season Kickoff. Members are invited to head over to the Racquetball Courts and Lounge for a casual get-together, perfect for reconnecting with longtime players or meeting new faces. All levels are welcome to drop in, and no registration is needed. RBE0822
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Friday, Aug. 23
MAC Junior Night Laser Tag
5-7:30 p.m.
MAC Juniors ages 8-12 are invited to a thrilling night of laser tag in the Ballroom. A laser tag vendor sets up an arena with barricades and provides all equipment and accessories. Event capacity is 80 juniors, with 16 players in the arena at one time. Rounds last about 15 minutes. Tickets include laser tag, pizza, and beverages. This event is only open to junior members. SJE0823
Saturday, Aug. 24
Western Line Dancing Shindig
6-9 p.m.
Attendees learn the moves during a line dancing lesson followed by a chance to practice them. See page 68 for more information. SAE0824
September
Thursday, Sept. 5
Block Party
6:30-9:30 p.m.
Come celebrate and rediscover all that the club has to offer with an ‘80s party vibe. Get down to a DJ mashup, try your luck at casinostyle games, enter raffle drawings, and more, all while eating, drinking, and learning about MAC programs.
Friday, Sept. 6
Movie Night at Providence Park Featuring Shrek
7:30-9:30 p.m.
Enjoy an evening under the stars with family and friends at Providence Park! MAC Members have selected Shrek as the community choice winner for the 2024 MAC Movie Night. A bag of popcorn is included upon entry, and a no-host bar and concessions are available. SOE0906
Saturday, Sept. 7-Sunday, Sept. 8 Squash Season Kickoff Tournament
10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Mark the calendar as MAC gets ready to kick off the squash season with two days of intense competition and camaraderie, exclusively for members. All levels of players are welcome — don’t miss the chance to be part of the action. SQE0907
Tuesday, Sept. 10
Fall Fashion & Style –Pioneer Place Shopping 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Get ready to support downtown designer shops, enjoy exclusive shopping experiences, and connect with fellow members. Meet at 26 Founders for hosted sparkling wine and light breakfast bites before being whisked away for a luxury shopping trip at Pioneer Place. Guests are welcome at this 21-and-older event, so gather your friends and join the fun! SCE0910
Wednesday, Sept. 11
MAC Professional Business Networking Group
7:30-9 a.m.
Members meet monthly in 26 Founders to discuss challenges, successes, and hurdles facing professionals and their enterprises. The cost to attend is $5. SOA191
Women’s Summer Golf Mixers – Eastmoreland
10 a.m.
The Golf Committee invites members to grab their clubs and tee up for a fantastic opportunity to connect, play, and make birdies at local area clubs. The mixer has a capacity of 24 players and includes range balls. GOE0911
Thursday, Sept. 12
Pilates Open House Classes
4:30-4:55 p.m., 5-5:25 p.m. & 5:30-5:55 p.m.
New to Pilates? These 25-minute sessions introduce you to the basics of the Reformer and props used during classes. Check out what makes Pilates unique, ask questions, and get excited about taking classes. FME0912
This year’s Movie Night at Providence Park features the animated film Shrek.
Friday, Sept. 13
Child Care Night Out on the Town
4:30-9 p.m.
Every second Friday of the month, MAC Child Care offers a special event where parents can drop off their children for up to 4.5 hours. Parents are free to leave the premises during this event. The cost is $50 for children under 1 year old and $40 for children aged 1 to 6 years. For more information, please contact Child Care at 503-517-7215 or childcare@themac.com. YPE100 & YPE500
Friday, Sept. 13 & Saturday, Sept 14
Mother & Son Lego Party
5-8 p.m.
Get ready for two unforgettable evenings of fun, creativity, and bonding. This Legothemed extravaganza is designed for moms and sons of all ages, and it promises even more engaging activities and prizes than last year. SFE0913, SFE0914
Partake in an evening of fashion, fun, and fabulous finds! Sip, shop, and mingle before the highlight of the night — a presentation by personal stylist Renée Lara. Discover fall and winter trends and get expert tips for packing for holiday travels, whether you’re heading to sunny beaches or snowy mountains. Explore and shop at six local boutique pop-ups before and after the presentation. SCE0914
Sunday, Sept. 15
MAC Golf Club Championship
9 a.m.
Competitive players are invited to join MAC Golf at Pumpkin Ridge’s Ghost Creek Course. Entry includes greens fees, range balls, a snack and beverage at the turn, and awards. Reservations include entry to the awards celebration on Sept. 19. GOE0915
Portland Timbers
Monday, Sept. 16
MelloMacs Open Rehearsal
6-8:30 p.m.
Discover MelloMacs, the club’s adult co-ed choir, at the annual Open Rehearsal. It’s free, fun, and doesn’t require an audition or any previous experience. Just bring your spirit of camaraderie and a love of song! MME0916
History Book Club
6:30-8 p.m.
This month’s book is Colonialism: A Moral Reckoning by Nigel Biggar. HBC2024
Tennis University Singles
7-8:30 p.m.
Join MAC coaching staff for an evening of singles play, tips, and strategies. TEE0916
Portland Thorns
Tickets are required to enter the Stadium Terrace during Timbers/Thorns matches. For more information, search Timbers/Thorns at themac.com or contact At Your Service at 503-517-7235 or atyourservice@themac.com. All matches are subject to change by the MLS/NWSL. For any changes by the MLS/NWSL affecting the match time or date, there is a period of time where tickets may be canceled at no charge. This period of time will be communicated to those with reservations.
GEAR UP IN STYLE FOR MAC’S
WESTERN LINE DANCING SHINDIG
Whether it’s learning to dance or trying your hand at Texas Hold ‘Em or even taking a ranch roping lesson, there’s something for everyone at the inaugural Western Line Dancing Shindig! And what’s a shindig without some lip-smacking southern barbecue? Pulled pork, brisket, and delectable banana pudding are available on the special concession menu. This 21-and-older event is priced at just $25 for members and $27 for guests.
Now, onto the burning question: What to wear? Don’t sweat it; take some inspiration from the models below!
FOR BOTH:
Hat:
A classic cowboy hat is the perfect headgear for line dancing. Not feeling the hat? A colorful bandana or scarf adds a pop of personality.
Boots:
For footwear, cowboy boots are the obvious choice! Whether they’re worn-in or fresh out of the box, all boots are welcome on the dance floor.
FOR THE COWGIRLS:
Dresses:
A breezy, flowy dress is a fantastic option for line dancing, allowing you to glide across the dance floor with grace and ease.
Tops:
Embrace the aesthetic with a flowy blouse or a cozy button-down.
Accessories:
A statement belt adorned with gleaming buckles adds a touch of rugged elegance.
Bottoms:
Slip into a pair of timeless bootcut jeans. If pants feel too heavy, jean shorts are a great alternative. A skirt is also a fantastic choice — perfect for twirling.
FOR THE COWBOYS:
Bottoms:
Embody the rugged charm of the Wild West with a pair of starched jeans, the cornerstone of cowboy fashion.
Tops:
Keep it sharp with a well-fitted button-down shirt in solid colors or classic plaid. Roll up the sleeves for a casual vibe.
Accessories:
Add depth and texture to your look with a layered vest, perhaps opting for one with intricate patterns or unique fabric combinations. Pair it with a Western belt buckle to bring a touch of classic Western style.
While dressing appropriately for line dancing is key, don’t be afraid to let your personality shine through. Choose outfits that make you feel comfortable, confident, and reflect your unique style.
Western Line Dancing Shindig
6-9 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 24 , SAE0824
JUNIOR LOUNGE AUGUST EVENTS
The Junior Lounge is a space for children ages 7-14 to hang out solo or with friends.
The following special events are planned for August:
Thursday, Aug. 1 Write Your Own Book!
Monday, Aug. 12 Muppet Monday (Muppets Movie Marathon)
Thursday, Aug. 22 Descendants Movie Marathon
Tuesday, Aug. 27 Back to School Party
The Junior Lounge is open from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday through Friday and 9 a.m.-2 p.m. on Saturday.
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Wednesday, Sept. 18
Early Birds Oktoberfest
Gathering
5:45-6:45 a.m.
Wake up bright and early to kick off Oktoberfest with MAC’s Early Birds! Meet at the Turnaround for fellowship, coffee, and treats. Registration recommended but not required. EBE0918
Junior Basketball Meet & Greet
6-8 p.m.
Interested in learning more about MAC’s junior basketball program? Meet the coaches, ask questions, and learn about the upcoming season. Tryouts are scheduled for Monday, Sept. 23, and Tuesday, Sept. 24. BBE0918
Thursday, Sept. 19
Third Thursdays Market
4-7 p.m.
MAC’s Third Thursdays market abounds with art, home goods, jewelry, beauty and wellness essentials, tasty treats, and the sips to wash them down. Every month is a new experience of fresh vendors and delights for the senses.
Raise a stein for Oktoberfest on Saturday, Sept. 28.
Friday, Sept. 20-Sunday, Sept. 22
Wilderness First Aid Class
4-8 p.m. Friday
8 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday & Sunday
Whatever your reason for being outdoors, it’s important to know how to take care of yourself and others in an emergency. Learn the basics and more in this two-day first aid class taught by Longleaf Wilderness Medicine. ODE0920
Friday, Sept. 20
MAC Comedy Club
7:30 p.m.
Comedy at MAC is back by popular demand! Bring friends and your sense of humor when the club welcomes national headliner Mo Mandel. Plus, Portland native and Willamette Week top comedian, Imani Denae, opens an evening of side-splitting laughs. SCE0920
Family Fun Golf Night
5-8 p.m.
Gather family and friends for a fun, beginner-friendly evening on the beautiful Eagles Landing golf course in Clackamas. This quick and easy course is perfect for the whole family, and mini-golf is also available. Attendees are treated to one beverage and some light appetizers. The cost is $125 for members and $127 for guests. GOE0920
Saturday, Sept. 21
Junior Night Out on the Town
4-9 p.m.
Enjoy a night out on the town while the kids have fun participating in recess games, jumping in bounce houses, doing crafts, swimming, and much more. They finish the fun-filled evening by hanging out in the Junior Lounge and watching a movie. Pizza is provided for dinner. Cost is $40 per child. YPE102
Tuesday, Sept. 24
Evening Literary Group
7-8 p.m.
Join the Evening Literary Group in Kamm for a lively discussion of They Came Like Swallows by William Maxwell, a sensitive portrait of an American family. ELG2024
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UPCOMING BROADWAY SHOWS
Registration opens at noon Monday, Aug. 12. Reserve tickets at themac.com.
HAMILTON
Thursday, March 13, 2025 SVE0313
Reservations close: Monday, Oct. 28
KIMBERLY AKIMBO
Tuesday, January 14, 2025 SVE0114
Reservations close: Monday, Nov. 18
BOOK OF MORMAN
Wednesday, May 28, 2025 SVE0528
Reservations close: Monday, Nov. 25
Ticket price includes transportation to and from Keller Auditorium for all shows. A bus leaves MAC promptly at 7 p.m. Tickets are nonrefundable but are transferable to other MAC members. Contact At Your Service for assistance.
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Thursday, Sept. 26
Guided Art Tour
4:30-6 p.m.
Learn about MAC’s art collection and some of its most special pieces during a 30-minute club tour hosted by the Art Committee. Before or after the tour, head to the Reading Lounge for light appetizers, drinks, and discussion. SME0926
Thursday, Sept. 26-Sunday, Sept. 29
Tennis Singles & Junior Club Championships
5 p.m. Thursday-Friday
8:15 a.m. Saturday-Sunday
Compete to be the best at the club! There are events for men, women, and juniors of multiple levels. TEE0926
Friday, Sept. 27
Fall Family Festival
6-8 p.m.
Complete with llamas, baby goats, photo ops, and pumpkin decorating, the Family Fall Festival features something fun for every age. The event takes place in the Turnaround
and includes additional activities, such as a fall-inspired art project, magic bubble house, pumpkin ring toss, and more. There is no cost to attend, but registration is required.
SOE0927
Saturday, Sept. 28
Oktoberfest
6-9 p.m.
The Social Activities Committee invites members to gather for a lively Oktoberfest celebrating the annual German tradition. Tickets include entertainment, food, and two beer tokens. This event is for ages 21 and over.
SAE0928
Monday, Sept. 30
Tennis University Doubles
7-8:30 p.m.
Join MAC coaching staff for an evening of doubles play, tips, and strategies. TEE0930
Volleyball
Meet & Greet
6-8 p.m.
Junior volleyball players and their families can get the details on the upcoming competitive season, including an overview of teams, schedules, expectations, key dates, and more. Plus, meet the coaches! VBE0930
Save the Date
Thursday, Oct. 17
International Fly Fishing Film Festival
5-9 p.m.
ODE1017 – registration opens Aug. 18
Saturday, Oct. 19
Fall Soirée
SAE1019 – registration opens Aug. 20
Saturday, Oct. 19- Sunday, Oct. 20
Pickleball Club Championship
9 a.m.-8 p.m.
PBE1019 – registration opens Aug. 20
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