The Winged M, October 2021 by Multnomah Athletic Club

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Multnomah Athletic Club’s mission: Enrich lives, foster friendships, and build upon traditions of excellence in athletic, wellness, and social programs.

OCTOBER 2021 | VOL. 110 No. 10

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Contents

Dive-in Movie Night at the Sun Deck Pool.

FEATURED

TIM GUNTHER PHOTOGRAPHY

36 | Keeping Kids Safe

COMMUNICATIONS STAFF Stephanie Cameron Director Kathleen Conners Project Manager Stephanie Duffy Graphic Designer Laura Lawrence Digital Content Specialist Adam Linnman Communications Manager Julia Omelchuck Graphic Designer/ Ad Services Coordinator Kelly Robb Marketing Manager Jake Ten Pas Copywriter

MAC has worked closely with the U.S. Center for SafeSport to ensure that all of its programs comply with the latest guidelines for creating a facility that is more secure for all members from the subbasement to the fifth-floor tennis courts.

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WELLNESS

56-57 Cardiac Wellness Instructor Spotlight

C U L I NARY 30-33 Old Town Brewing Collaboration Joe’s Grab & Go

ON THE COVER

EVENTS 44-48 Fall Family Fun Timbers & Thorns

Allyson Wilinski Content Manager

Autumn brings an awesome selection of events for all ages. Cover styling and photography by Stephanie Duffy

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VICE PRESIDENT’S COLUMN Committee Chairs STANDING

Athletic Brad Miller Budget and Finance Steve Brown Communications Debbie Koesel DEI Grant Yoshihara Diversity Admissions Chris Gong House Jack Phillips Member Events Sheri Anderson Membership Ron Fraback Property Spencer Raymond BOARD

Food & Beverage Rachael Seeger Human Resources Steve Brown Land Use Dwight Terry Technology Soren Andersen SPECIALIZED

Arts Catherine Blanksby Community Relations Vivian Solomon SPORT

Basketball Mark Plumlee Climbing Reniera Eddy Cycling Steve Getsiv Dance Cinzia Corio-Holman Early Birds Bill Zander Fitness & Decathlon Blake Anderson Golf Darin Vick Group Exercise Shawn DiGruccio Gymnastics Sara Vanderhoff Handball Brian Lee Karate Mark Twietmeyer Outdoor Activities Program Sue Rimkeit Pickleball Mark Jansa Pilates Irvin Handelman Racquetball Georgette Blomquist Ski Doug Lindgren Squash Byron Gaddis Swim Ken Meyer Synchro Lisa Girard Tennis Nicole Mather Triathlon & Running Ryan Chiotti Volleyball Nikki Metcalf Walking & Hiking Suzanne Zarling Water Fitness Chris Bathurst Water Volleyball Dinda Mills Yoga Daureen Morris EVENT

20s/30s Grant Wiater Balladeers Jon Lee Culture and Style Kelly Director Family Events Lindsey Hern Holiday Decorating Bridget Connolly MelloMacs Amy Johnson Social Activities Ryan Chiotti

s we turn the calendar to yet another month, I thought I would give President Rob Torch a break and take on his column duty. Rob has done a phenomenal job during what has been an incredibly difficult time. His Chase McPherson leadership is secondVICE PRESIDENT to-none, and his love for MAC is evident every time I see him. Thank you Rob, and thank you to all my fellow board members.

a committee for that. Like the arts? Social events? Yoga? Yup, there are committees for all of those. Whatever your interests might be, you should be able to find a place and a way to connect even deeper with MAC.

Both Rob and I, and all board members, for that matter, have been heavily involved in MAC’s committee system for several years. Committees are the lifeblood of MAC, and allow us to stand apart from other clubs. They are a critical element in club operations, are integral in deciding policies and programs, and truly help guide MAC.

Joining a committee has never been easier. In 2019, the sign-up process was a bit primitive, but now it’s all done online and is extremely easy — simply fill out a Committee Interest Form on the Committees page at themac.com. And even though October and November are viewed as the “recruiting months,” members can apply all year long for the upcoming committee year. Once someone has expressed interest, all applicants are evaluated, and the new committee class is formed. The formation of the committees is done by the current president and their office team. The submission deadline for the 2022 committee year, which begins in April, is Dec. 31.

MAC has 51 committees, which fall under the categories of standing, board, and specialized (sport, social, and others). There are an impressive 574 members participating on committees this year, which doesn’t include ad hoc committees. October and November have traditionally been the time of year utilized to recruit members to join a committee, and I want to use this moment to encourage everyone to get involved. Committees offer members another chance to provide their thoughts and have their voices heard. It’s no secret that the sense of community is one of MAC’s strongest qualities, and committees are a great way to connect with others and build relationships. Since joining MAC in 2011, I got involved with the 20/30s, House, and Property committees, along with a few ad hocs, which greatly increased my connection to and community within the club. The focus of MAC committees is wideranging, and I found that specialized committees are a great starting place for those initially looking to get involved. Like to hit the hardwood? There’s a committee for that. Passionate about tennis? There’s

New to the club is the Committee Support Team (CST), which was put together to help with committee governance and improve their capabilities. The board vice president is tasked with overseeing this team to make sure the committees are getting the support they need in order to thrive. One of the many major improvements facilitated by CST is to the application process.

I can’t stress enough how crucial this system is to MAC and to it remaining the vibrant, thriving, and welcoming place that we all know and love. This is a way to express your love and enthusiasm for MAC. As more members return to the club and new members are experiencing MAC for the first time, committees are a great opportunity to get involved and make a difference. We all have a part to play, and MAC’s future is dependent on all of us. I want to wrap up the column with a special thank you to my wife, Jenna. Over the past three years, she has been by my side during this trustee experience, taking care of our two little ones, with our second joining us just last year. You are my rock. I would not have been able to do this without your support. A big thank you to all the board members’ significant others!

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MANAGER’S COLUMN President Robert Torch Vice President Chase McPherson Secretary Reidun Zander Treasurer Stephen Brown Trustees Nathan Ayotte Kyle Goulard Mike Mathews Richard Maxwell Alison Rosenblum Mary Turina Katherine O. VanZanten Marilyn Whitaker General Manager Charles Leverton Executive Leadership Team Tech & Portfolio Director Matt Abraham Engagement Director Jason Amos Communications Director Stephanie Cameron Athletic Director Valerie Cleary Finance & Accounting Director Briana Mathias HR Director Amy Mattson Club Operations Senior Director John Sterbis

Senior Leadership Team

Interim Portfolio Manager Matt Abraham Food & Beverage Director Erik Anderson Executive Office Manager/Interim Committee Support Manager Laura Boley Interim Fitness & Wellness Manager Will Cath Club Program Director Abby DenUyl Athletic Business Operations Manager Chad Failia Retail Manager Conrad Hulen Technology Senior Manager Mark Marcelline Safety Manager Jeff Miller Facilities Director Elaine O’ Flynn Member Services Manager Kevin Pollack Membership Manager Jenny Robinett

often look back at previous issues of The Winged M for inspiration and to gain an understanding of the path that has already been traveled.

This month last year, I wrote about the need to shift our paradigm from “surviving COVID” to “thriving.” The employee team was adjusting to the growing understanding that COVID was going to endure far beyond our initial expectations. Staff members were steering the club toward the future and focusing on creating an adaptive organization that could quickly evolve with an ever-changing landscape.

The echoes of Charles Leverton the past are often GENERAL MANAGER educational and carry with them the whispers of those who would remind us that we are merely one chapter in a long storied history of this wonderful community. I am reminded that although we live in extraordinary times, many of the club’s current issues are not novel, and the thoughts of past leaders can provide the key to solving today’s challenges.

This October finds MAC leadership again deep in the midst of a budgeting cycle — an integrated part of a now annual strategic planning cycle. We have taken the best from those previous efforts and evolved. As part of this work, we are prioritizing the critical work of planning and funding for the comprehensive improvement of our technology systems. Matt Abraham, director of Portfolio and Technology, will partner with the Technology Advisory Committee to review, plan, and resource this significant technology investment, possibly ranging from a new website to building a deep-rooted data analytics capabilities.

In October 2013, there were discussions of an impending major upgrade of our club’s website, improved kitchen renovations, and the remodel of 26 Founders. The annual budgeting process had been. launched and, of course, there was an emphasis on the need to resolve the club’s frustrating parking issues. Two years later in October, Elsa Lemoine, then the club’s facility director, discussed a desperate need to repair a failing plumbing infrastructure, which led toward a water conservation project that reduced MAC’s water waste by more than 32 percent in a single year. Another October, this time 2017, brought the introduction of a comprehensive staff organizational change and a re-focus by the club’s senior leadership on strategic planning. Parking again made the list of prominent topics that dominated leadership conversations. In 2019, discussions focused on the club’s lagging technology and a critical need for improvement on both the member-facing experience and the need to build a robust data and analytics capability to drive decision making.

We continue the hard work of getting caught up on our maintenance debt and those leaky pipes mentioned back in 2015 still give us trouble, on occasion. The current director of facilities, Elaine O’Flynn, and her team are doing an amazing job of keeping operations running smoothly. We also have our share of staffing changes, punctuated by the exciting arrival of our new Athletic Director Valerie Cleary. I am pleased to report that presently there is not a parking issue at the club and putting an emphasis on member-centric events means that when the garage is full, it will be with member vehicles. This will not serve all MAC’s parking issues, but there is a solid plan in place to drastically improve garage capacity. Finally, I would like us all to listen to ourselves from last year. We collectively made the commitment to thrive and have been doing that very thing. Let’s enter into fall with joy and activity. Embracing the good in each moment and overcoming our hardships together.

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CLUB NEWS

As reported in the July issue, MAC member Jocelyn Libby and personal trainer Garrett Schnell were hard at work preparing for the Spartan Sprint Race in Washougal, Washington, on Saturday, Aug. 7. Readers who’ve been in suspense ever since should be happy to know that they survived the experience and are glad they undertook it! The event was a 3-mile run through 20 obstacles, including rope climbing, monkey bars, rings, scaling and descending from 8-10 foot walls, crawling under barbed wire in mud, and carrying heavy bags and barrels — 80 pounds for men, 40-50 pounds for women, up and down steep hills. The only miss for the duo was a spearthrowing obstacle where they had a single chance to hit a target. “I could not have done it without the coaching and training from Garrett and his continued encouragement as we went through the event,” Libby says.

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Living through COVID can make anyone feel isolated, but for teenagers who missed out on a year of social interactions at school, the transition to a new reality was particularly tough. Cleveland High School sophomore Lauren Metcalf and a group of friends from around the Portland metro area decided to do something about those feelings, creating a podcast designed to bring the world together. Titled All in My Head: Real Teens, Real Talk, it raises awareness about BIPOC — Black, Indigenous, People of Color — and LGBTQ+ issues, specifically relating to teens. In recent months, they’ve produced nine episodes, with the help of grants from the Oregon Alliance to Prevent Suicide in partnership with the Association of Oregon Community Mental Health Programs, and funding from the Oregon Health Authority. “As a result of the pandemic, many youths felt extremely disconnected from their communities. We recognized that this was severely impacting young people’s mental health and wanted to provide a platform through which youth could share their experiences in order to build a kind of virtual community,” Metcalf says. “We’ve had people from as far away as Kenya reach out and tell us how incredible it was to have themselves and their identities represented

in a podcast. We’ve also partnered with community organizations like the Sexual and Gender Minority Resource Center and showed up at events to physically support LGBTQ+ and BIPOC youth in Portland.” Metcalf adds that she and her collaborators conducted intentional recruitment within BIPOC and LGBTQ+ communities and are constantly striving to keep their group as diverse as possible. “Our podcast is open to all, and we believe that our best work comes from a diverse group with diverse perspectives. For example, within our core group, we have genderqueer, African, AAPI, white, gay, female, male, autistic, Indigenous, and asexual identities represented.” “Due to the many protests and movements over the past two years, people are feeling more willing to change and are reflecting on their own identities and attitudes,” Metcalf continues. “I think it’s really valuable to continue talking through suicide, disparities in healthcare, and other difficult topics in order to engage in thoughtful selfreflection that helps to develop our morals and perspective.” Listen and follow on Soundcloud, Spotify, Apple podcasts, or wherever quality podcasts can be found.

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Creating a Roadmap for the Future A new strategic planning process prioritizes member-driven input with a focus on clearly defined priorities As we look toward planning for 2022, we know MAC is at an inflection point. With new leadership at the helm, and our community continuing to emerge from COVID with cautious optimism, we’re faced with discussions around our “new normal” — whether we are ready for them or not.

foundation, and ensure employees are thriving. These goals were shared with standing and board committees so they could provide their recommendations for the work that needs to be done in order to achieve them.

When General Manager Charles Leverton suggested that the Board of Trustees run its annual planning process differently (as outlined in his September Winged M column), we got to work. The new process returned us to a familiar source of inspiration — the pillar of MAC’s community and its greatest asset — members and the committee system.

The committee system — made up entirely of members — is a foundation of MAC’s community and enables the club to be, well, uniquely MAC. We have been pleased to see members’ business acumen, creativity, and thoughtfulness contribute to the work that will help drive the club’s success.

The process began with the board approving four primary strategic objectives for the year — achieve operational and business stability in 2022, revitalize the member experience, build on the

We are so glad we asked. Their feedback has been no less than inspiring.

Now, a strategy team, comprised of a board subgroup and employees, has laid the foundation for a planning process that prioritizes member-driven input with a focus on clearly defined priorities. The result is a roadmap to achieving our most important goals, with ownership and accountability.

Although the process is still underway, we’re thrilled to see committees prioritize member experiences in new ways that build on the rich history of community at MAC. We’ve seen the work that has been proposed foster collaboration between committees and combine expertise from across the club. The dialogue between committees is bringing to life new athletic and member event experiences and helping shape MAC’s Campus Master Plan. Between the strategy team, the new committee support team, and portfolio management framework, we are confident this new collaborative approach to the strategic planning process will fuel rewarding new ways to work together and produce powerful progress. We know the club is facing a time of change and are mindful of the fact that we need to ensure we are all aligned in our efforts to support the club as it continues to evolve. We are committed to building a strong, successful future for MAC and all its members.

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BOT members Stephen Brown Mary Turina Marilyn Whitaker Mike Mathews Kyle Goulard Alison Rosenblum Richard Maxwell Staff members Charles Leverton Matt Abraham Adam Lewis

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DEI Update: Partners in Inclusion Event This month’s update on diversity, equity, and inclusion at MAC focuses on the DEI Committee’s efforts to make MAC more inclusive. When we talk about the three pillars of DEI much of the focus tends to be on diversity — how does the club attract a more diverse membership? It is an important question, to be sure, but we must not lose sight of the big picture — what needs to be done to make everyone feel welcome and included at MAC? One way to think about the difference between diversity and inclusion is this: Diversity is being invited to the party and inclusion is being asked to dance. All MAC members have different memories of their first introduction to the club. If you were here as a child, perhaps you can’t remember a time when you weren’t a

member. Maybe you made life-long friends when you were 7 years old and you feel comfortable going everywhere, knowing that you will always find MAC a welcoming place. If you joined as an adult, you may have found it more of a challenge to find your way around and make new friends. Playing a sport competitively, joining a group exercise class, attending Family Fridays are all ways to connect with people with a shared interest. The club’s aim is to make everyone feel as comfortable as those members who have been here a lifetime. If you joined MAC through the Diversity Admissions program (or any of its iterations), club leadership would like to hear from you about how MAC can continue to be more welcoming.

Please join members of the Diversity Admission Committee (DAC), DEI Committee, and Board of Trustees for an evening of light bites and drinks to embrace the club’s work toward greater inclusiveness. The Partners in Inclusion event will be a chance to get know one another and build rapport across MAC’s various diverse populations, as well as learn more about the club’s future DEI initiatives. (Family Friday happens concurrently for those attendees with children.) The Partners in Inclusion event takes place from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 15 in the Ainsworth/Lownsdale room. Please register by Oct. 10. —The DEI Committee

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Milestones remind us of formative moments and people that made them happen. These glimpses into our history inspire us as we dream of what is possible in the future. Every day we are working to deepen our connections to provide opportunities for youth in our community through partnership and collaboration. Below you’ll find an abridged 30 year timeline to show where we’ve been and we wanted to include you on the journey. We find everyday inspiration in these experiences and we hope you will see the foundation as an incubator of possibilities.

First community grant awarded

Peninsula Wrestling Club received funding to use sport to teach skills that deal with the challenges of everyday life and making good choices.

First Loprinzi scholarship awarded

Kristina Pongracz from Franklin High School received a $6,000 scholarship.

Volunteers united

People came together to serve on committees, create new committees, establish funding guidelines, and shift the business practices from paper to electronic.

MAF board hired the first full-time staff member First year of the Spin-A-Thon

An active and fun event that brings energy, individuals, and sponsors together to raise money for community grants.

First Youth Grant Initiative cohort An experience for 7th and 8th grade students focused hands-on learning about philanthropy, leadership, and grant making.

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Partnership with MAC established the Fay Sasser MAC Employee scholarship

This program eligibility to expanded over time to now include part-time and full-time staff,, and their dependents.

First year the foundation administered scholarships for the MAC Scholar Athlete program This club and community tradition dates back to 1971 and currently includes 29 area schools.

Distributed over $100,000 annually in grants and scholarships Applications went online for grants and scholarships Moving to digital increased the access to funding opportunities for community partners and students.

Distributed over $200,000 annually in grants and scholarships Board expanded the equity statements embracing a broader scope for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice

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2021 Loprinzi Scholarship Winners Each spring, students from 29 Portland-area high schools apply for the Loprinzi Scholarship, one of seven scholarships administered by the Multnomah Athletic Foundation. This $8,000 scholarship is awarded to three high school seniors who embrace the spirit of Joe Loprinzi, an athletics enthusiast and longtime MAC employee who positively impacted the lives of so many individuals. Meet this year’s recipients:

Satisfaction in Success: Zhixin Wu Student athlete brings community together through determination. Community comes first for Loprinzi Scholarship recipient Zhixin Wu, who goes by Cecilia. When her mother and many other Mandarin-speaking workers in Portland were laid off at the onset of the pandemic, Wu took action to help. She guided family and friends through the process of filing for unemployment benefits and receiving assistance from the government. When she realized the extent to which those with limited English-language proficiency struggled with the forms, she founded a translation service called “Genoploy.” Soon, she

had assembled a team of bilingual peers to provide assistance to immigrants impacted by business closures. Although helping others comes easily, Wu’s mastery of English was hard-earned. She grew up speaking Mandarin Chinese at home and, at school, her classmates commented on her struggles with a second language. Wu was motivated by the criticism to study for hours on end. By the time she entered Franklin High School, she was enrolled in advanced courses, and she received the highest possible score on her AP English exam. In addition to her rigorous studies, Wu has also honed her skills on the golf course. Her involvement with the sport, which she once believed to be the domain

of a very different demographic, served to remind her to try new things and not form limiting assumptions. She has become more comfortable using a trial-and-error approach through her practice and finds applications for her critical-thinking abilities as she considers how wind, weather, and the landscape affect her drives. The best part, Wu says, is the particularly satisfying “bing” sound that accompanies a well-struck shot. Wu will be a first-generation college student when she begins her studies at Stanford University this fall. She plans to enroll in business classes with the dream of creating a social enterprise. Wu knows that, in time, she will be able to apply what she has learned to improve her community and find solutions to our most pressing challenges.

Hurdles Never Hinder: Abdiaziz Hussein Track star perseveres and excels in all fields. Abdiaziz Hussein has achieved academic and athletic excellence despite extraordinary adversity and the hurdles of the coronavirus pandemic. Originally from Somalia, he spent much of his childhood at a refugee camp in Kenya before immigrating with his family to Texas in 2009. In Dallas, he struggled to fit in at his new school and acclimate to a new way of life. After moving to Portland, Hussein developed an interest in running and joined the track team at Benson High School during his freshman year. His commitment to training intensified following a transfer to Roosevelt High School and he ran twice daily regardless of the conditions outside. As he found acceptance within the crosscountry and track community, he surpassed many of his peers and competed in highlevel races including a state championship. 2021 recipient Abdiaziz Hussein (center) with past Loprinzi Scholarship recipients Javondré Cole and Tori Lopez.

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Continued from page 19 When races were suspended due to COVID, Hussein continued to train and run 65-75 miles each week. He says he has broken many of his school’s cross-country records on his own, but he has been unable to compete against other athletes in more than a year. Even though he experienced disruptions to life at school, he maintained a 3.54 GPA and completed AP and collegelevel coursework. Hussein is quick to point out that running requires mental discipline and focus as much as physical strength and stamina. He credits his former coach, a school psychologist, for helping him break through his own mental barriers around competitive running and regain the confidence to perform at his best. His interest in learning about this mental “edge” led him to enroll at the University of Oregon as a psychology major. Hussein has worked hard to realize his continuing education plans, but family support and scholarship assistance will not completely cover the cost of tuition and housing. The Loprinzi scholarship will help him to close the financial gap and pursue his passions at the next level.

Defining Your Destiny: Ellycia Adams Social justice shapes this student athlete's dream for the future. Ellycia Adams is no stranger to struggle — overcoming a difficult family dynamic and homelessness to become a first-generation college student. From a young age she knew college was in her future, even if she didn’t necessarily know what she wanted to do when she “grew up.” Throughout her career at McDaniel High School, she held a 3.5 GPA while participating in basketball and soccer as well as acting as a student leader in the Restorative Justice Club, which significantly shaped her high school experience. After joining the club during her freshman year, her eyes were opened to the criminal justice system and motivated her to enroll in Western Oregon University’s Criminal Justice program this fall. Adams believes that she can continue to make a difference without using violence to seek justice, especially when she thinks about the conflicts in her life that could have been solved in a more peaceful manner. Her goal is to become an FBI agent with the Behavioral Analysis Unit, and believes this career is the perfect mix of solving mysteries, being challenged, and helping her community.

Inspiration Through a Long, Active Life Joe Loprinzi was born Oct. 31,1914, in Portland. He was an athlete at Commerce (now Cleveland) High School and was a TV exercise guru and healthy lifestyle proponent well before either was popular. Loprinzi became a physical instructor at the Multnomah Athletic Club in August 1937. He would fondly recall his start at $60-a-month plus the use of a typewriter. Joe said that he had the best job in the world and that MAC was his second family. He would count many dear and loyal friends among its members for the remainder of his life. He inspired many individuals during the 60 years he worked at MAC and had a wing of the club dedicated to him when he retired. A World War II veteran, a fitness gym owner, and early jogging enthusiast and advocate, Joe was inducted into the Oregon Sports Hall of Fame in 1991. He passed away in 2009 at age 95. He lived by what he called the four Ds: desire, determination, dedication, and discipline. Inspired by Loprinzi and the way he inspired others, a scholarship was created at the Multnomah Athletic Foundation in his name in 2001. Annually, three individuals are selected from the eligible 29 area high schools to receive $8,000 scholarships. In 2020, an additional $1,000 school finalist award was added, providing more funding assistance for remarkable student athletes on their path to higher education.

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Although going to college has been a life-long dream and is one of her greatest accomplishments, it will be bittersweet for Adams to leave home. She is very family oriented and the idea of leaving her mom and four siblings weighs heavily, although it makes the transition a little easier knowing she is a role model to her younger siblings. Adams knows this is her opportunity to motivate them and continue rewriting their family story. Hardships have been a theme throughout Adams’ story, but she refuses to let them define her. Instead, it strengthens her mentally and has better prepared her for the next chapter. It seems like nothing was going to get in the way of Adams pursuing a degree, but now with the Loprinzi Scholarship program in her corner, her life is moving in a definitively positive direction. Each of these remarkable individuals exemplifies the spirit of Joe Loprinzi with their desire, determination, dedication, and discipline. Fund possibilities and scholarships with a contribution to make dreams take flight. Visit MultnomahAthleticFoundation.com or contact MAF’s executive director at Lisa@MultnomahAthleticFoundation.com. —Brian Donkersley and Chris Morales, MAF Communication Committee members

The Multnomah Athletic Foundation is celebrating 30 years of increasing access to athletics and education for youth in the community. These 30 years have been made possible by friends and fans of the foundation who give their time, expertise, and financial support. The foundation welcomes MAC members to join us at one of our upcoming opportunities, whether in-person or virtual, to celebrate a community supporting youth and possibilities.

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Annual Fund Drive Each year a one-time $25 donation, added to your September statement, helps fuel opportunities by amplifying participation for kids, supporting action-oriented students, and assisting amazing nonprofit leaders serving our community. Thank you! If you would like to opt back in or opt out of the annual donation, please contact the At Your Service at 503-517-7235 or the Accounting Office at Accounting@themac.com.

Impact Award Every year the foundation awards one of its current grant partners with the Impact Award. The award recognizes the efforts of the nonprofit organization and its talented staff and board members to collaborate with their community. Join us in celebrating the 2021 recipient and learn about some amazing outreach.

Youth Grant Initiative Presentation Tune in to hear the 2021 YGI cohort of seventh and eighth graders share what they learn through the six-week program that teaches about community leadership through grant-making and philanthropy. The cohort will recommend $5,000 in community grant funding during the presentation.

Scholarship Readers Four of the foundation’s scholarships require the energy of volunteers. Scholarship readers are needed to help review applications online, interview students, and ultimately award college scholarships. The volunteer experience runs March through May. Attend our virtual kick off session to learn more about this opportunity.

Spin-A-Thon The ninth annual Spin-A-Thon raises funds for the community grant program through spin classes and getting people together in activity. Whether in-person or virtual, it’s guaranteed to be a great time! Reach out to MAF about sponsorship opportunities and stay tuned to our website for more event information through the fall.

To learn more and how to engage with us, visit www.MultnomahAthleticFoundation.com or contact info@MultnomahAthleticFoundation.com.

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TRIBUTES Honor someone special or memorialize someone who has passed away by making a tribute gift to the Multnomah Athletic Foundation. Tributes fall under one of five designations: memorial, anniversary, get well, birthday, or recognition. To make a contribution, contact MAF Executive Director Lisa Bendt at 503-517-2350 or Lisa@MultnomahAthleticFoundation.com. October tributes are listed below, with the honored individuals’ names in bold. Ione Clair (memorial) Tom and Diane Mackenzie Bud Donald (memorial) Barbara Mesher Tom Repp Mike Falkenstein (memorial) Tom and Diane Mackenzie George Farr (memorial) Molly and Paul Schwabe Olivia Frobe (memorial) Anne M. Booth Skip Frank and Patsy Graves Randy and Lynn Norris Mary Gambee (memorial) Larry & Joanne Brown Anne Jubitz Munro (memorial) The Coulter Family - John, Anne, Michael, and Deborah Jack B. Scrivens (memorial) Tom and Diane Mackenzie Walter Sweek (memorial) Anne M. Booth

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IN MEMORIAM Clark David Austen Aug. 28, 1927-Aug. 16, 2021 Clark David Austen, son of Theadore Austen and Edith Viggors, was born August 28, 1927 in Portland, Oregon, and died August 16, 2021. Clark attended Washington High School in Portland and was student body president. In 1945, he was admitted to Reed College, but before he could attend he was drafted into the Army (a corporal) and served from 1945 to 1947. On his return, he was diagnosed with breast cancer and had surgery. After his recovery, he attended the University of Oregon where he met his future wife Betsy Moffitt. They were married Sept. 8, 1950. and moved to Portland, where he got drafting jobs for Pietro Belluschi and Church, Newberry and Rohr. The family stayed in Portland for two years and had two boys: David, born Dec. 28, 1950, and Thomas, born May 2, 1952. After Tom’s birth, Uncle Colby and Aunt Dorothy advised Clark to go back to school and finish his architecture degree. So the family returned to Eugene where they lived in student housing. There have been stories of David wandering off with Tom following and being found over by the college. Clark graduated in 1956 with honors and the family moved back to Portland and lived in their grandparents’ house on SE 36th till 2019. Clark was employed by Church, Newberry and Rohr after graduation and worked for them until the early 1960s. Then he did some drafting jobs and got a job with Fletcher, Finch, Far and Associates. He worked for them until around 1987. His last job was for OHSU from 1987 to 1992 as a campus architect. Clark did receive several awards for buildings that he designed. A few are the Copeland Lumbar headquarters, AAA building, and a house in Salishan on the coast. He also built lots of mausoleums. Clark had many hobbies. He was an Eagle Scout and a member of Multnomah Athletic Club since childhood. He loved to bike and run. He was a masters swimmer,

and did ballet and jazz dancing, including some walk-on parts in plays in town. While attending U of O, he ran for Mr. Bowerman. He had asthma as a kid and was sickly, so as an adult he always worked out to stay healthy. Later in life, his son David suggested Clark try doing a triathlon. He did, and almost drowned doing his first one! Clark enjoyed managing his Betsy’s swimming and synchronized swimming schedules. He loved attending competitions with her around the country. Clark is survived by his sons David Austen (Marj) and Thomas Austen (Karen); six grandchildren: Dennis, Timothy, Daniel, Elizabeth Brown, Isaac, and Christian; and 18 great-grandchildren, with one more on the way.

Charles Fassett Cameron Jan. 31, 1939-Aug. 11, 2021 Charlie Cameron passed away suddenly on Aug. 11, 2021. He was a legend, with his family, his friends, and in his industry. If you knew him, you loved him. He was born Charles Frank Fassett on Jan. 31, 1939, in Eugene, Oregon, to Frank and Cecilia Fassett. He lost both parents early on, and was adopted by Virgil and Lois Cameron when he was 5. Throughout their lives he remained close to his Fassett siblings, Jack, Dodie, and Nancy, and treasured his new sister Bette. A 1961 University of Oregon graduate, he remained an avid Duck fan his entire life. He joined the U.S. Army and served as a lieutenant at Fort Lewis, which provided numerous adventures and experiences he loved to share. Having made the decision not to join the Merry Pranksters, Charlie went to work for Merrill Lynch in 1965 and began an illustrious career that spanned more than five decades, including 27 years with Smith Barney and almost 14 years with DA Davidson. Much of his career was spent managing offices and influencing and mentoring young advisors. Giving back was important to him and he served on the boards of Providence Hospital, Oregon College of Art and Craft, Multnomah Public Library,

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Self Enhancement Inc., and William Temple House. He had a gift for making connections between donors and organizations, which led to ongoing programs including four-year scholarships to the University of Oregon and summer art programs at Oregon College of Art and Craft. Once he became a father, he created Heart People, channeling his poetic nature to write inspirational, motivational, loving poems and cards. If you ever received one, you probably still have it. Charlie had his angels and if you were one, you knew it. Most treasured were his wife Lyn and his four daughters Jennifer, Elizabeth, Alex, and Madison. Being a positive influence on his eight grandchildren was of utmost importance to him and a few treasured clips from his “Fiction and Fact from Papa Charlie’s Almanac” include: Look in the mirror, say your name and know that you are enough; It’s okay to order everything on the menu; Sometimes it’s better to work smart than to work hard; To reach the stars, you only need a ladder from your heart; Do everything you can to make a difference in people’s lives, big and small; Always go with the heart; Take care of your butcher, banker, and bartender. Charlie leaves behind his wife Lyn Cameron and their daughters, Madison Cameron, Jennifer Green (Steve Green, Hannah and Will Lapkin), Elizabeth Waehrer (Chris, Charlie, Eli, and Jonathan), and Alexandr Spiekerman (Peter, Beau, Chase, and Tate). In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Multnomah County Library or the National Veterans Association.

Laura Mae Evans Dec. 10, 1915-Aug. 24, 2021 Laura Evans passed at 8:45 a.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 24. She was fortunate to be agile and alert for all but the last few days of her life. She and her husband, Alfred, “Al,” had been MAC members for more than 60 years. Their son Fred first joined as an athletic member in boxing, coached by Roy Durst. Shortly after that, Al joined as a family member. Al became close friends first with Roy and then with Joe Loprenzi.

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“Laurie,” as her friends called her, took advantage of the club and attended the workout classes that Joe started. Al made the Ladybells that Joe offered to his clients. When Joe took his classes to TV, Laurie faithfully followed, doing the exercises in her living room. One time Al and Joe schemed to call out Laurie during one of the TV sessions. As Joe was leading the class and as Laurie was following, Joe said something like, “Okay, class, now kick your legs! Come on, Laurie, you can kick higher than that!” She was shocked and amused. Laurie always looked younger than she was. If you saw some of her pictures you would see that is true. Al said that Laurie would be carded well into her 30s when she ordered a drink. Her sons, Fred and Ron, decided to have a party at MAC to celebrate her 100th birthday. She was oddly reluctant, saying no one would come or that all her friends were dead. The sons insisted on celebrating such a landmark birthday. Fittingly, more than 100 people attended. The club manager presented her with a free, lifetime membership, something she very much appreciated. After, the sons asked if she enjoyed the party. She said she did. Then they asked why she was so reluctant to have it. She admitted that she didn’t want everyone to know how old she was. Laurie loved to entertain family and friends at MAC. She liked the food and service and thought the surroundings elegant. She also loved drinking a MACtini. One time, a number of years ago, she ordered and drank two. She was not a big woman and the drinks took their toll. After dinner, when she got home, she screamed to Ron, “I fell. Help!” He found her on the floor in the bedroom struggling to get up. She then fretted about her balance. Ron said, “Mom, you’ve had two MACtinis! What do you expect?” In the last few years when the sons mentioned their mother’s age people would inevitably ask, “What’s her secret?” They would say she really doesn’t have a secret. She ate well, but loved meat and cheese and disliked vegetables and salad. She routinely had a gin and tonic or scotch and soda before dinner. She did exercise regularly, however, thanks to Joe Loprenzi. This kept her strong and limber, but it did not account for her age. She lived long because she had good genes. Her longevity was a gift from God.

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Continued from page 25 She spent the last few months of her life in an assisted living home. She missed her real home mightily, but tried to make the best of it. She will be missed, but her son, Fred, is convinced that she is in a better place, reunited with her husband, Al, and son, Ron. She is survived by her son, Fred and his wife Natalie West, and her grandson, Alfred, who is a MAC member, and his wife Christine Levy.

Thomas William Haley Dec. 29, 1934 -Aug. 9, 2021 Thomas William Haley was born Dec. 29, 1934, the son of John Arthur Haley and Mary Virginia (Matson) Haley in South Bend, Indiana. He attended Catholic schools, K-12, in South Bend and graduated from University of Notre Dame. Tom passed away from complications of dementia and Alzheimer's disease with his wife, Anita, by his side. Many thanks to the staff at Mary’s Woods in Lake Oswego and Brighton Hospice for their care and love for Tom.

At Notre Dame, Tom met lifelong friends and together they enjoyed campus life filled with studies, community service, and celebrations. He was a devoted Fighting Irish fan. The first song his children learned was the Notre Dame fight song. Over his lifetime he attended hundreds of Notre Dame football and basketball games. While at Notre Dame, Tom joined the Naval ROTC program, served two years as a lieutenant in the Navy, and was stationed at Pearl Harbor. In 1960, Tom began his career as a hospital administrator. He was especially proud of overseeing the construction and running of what was then called Dwyer Memorial Hospital, now called Providence Milwaukie Hospital. Next, he was responsible for the construction of a major new wing and the running of what was then Holladay Park Hospital. After his time working in healthcare, Tom owned two wholesale distributorships at which his children worked every summer. Tom served on Providence Health System boards and was chair of the Providence Good Health Plan board. He was a longtime member of Waverley Country Club, the Racquet Club, and Multnomah Athletic Club.

Tom and Anita McClain married in 2006. Together they enjoyed many travel adventures, golf, friends and Tom’s beautiful home in Desert Mountain, Arizona. There they entertained friends, and family. They especially looked forward to visits from their children and grandchildren when they would play golf, enjoy wonderful meals, and reminisce. Each year Tom and Anita traveled to Notre Dame for a football game, to see friends, and to attend mass at the Basilica. Tom was always so happy on campus and considered it his home away from home. Tom is survived by his wife, Anita; Tom’s four children, Malia Wasson (John), Tom Jr., Kerry Haley, Garin (Karina), and their mother, Lourdene; grandchildren, Michele (Jordan), Kelsey, Megan, Colin, Alec, and Matson; great-granddaughter, Leila; former son-in-law, Steve Wasson; and Anita’s daughter, Allison Gregory (Rance) and their two sons, Truman and Calvin. Tom was predeceased by his son, Matson, who passed away in a boating accident at the age of 27. Scrubbing and polishing Matson’s graveside marker was an important, annual event for Tom and a chance to connect with his son.

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Portland When people share their time, treasure and talent, the benefits spread throughout the entire community. In celebration of this culture of generosity, we thank the tremendous work of nonprofits, volunteers and donors who help improve the lives of all Oregonians.

JUST A FEW OF TH E 4,027 PORTL AND M ETRO G R A N TS AWARD ED IN 2020: African Family Holistic Health Organization Asian Health & Services Center Black Food Sovereignty Coalition (Know Agenda Foundation) Columbia Riverkeeper Greater Portland Trans Unity (Pride Northwest, Inc.) India Cultural Association Inner City Basketball Just Compassion of East Washington County OK You, Inc. Portland Homeless Family Solutions Portland United Against Hate Radio Tierra Returning Veterans Project The Insight Alliance Youth Villages Oregon

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Old Town, New Flavors MAC teams up with member brewers to find mushrooming possibilities By Jake Ten Pas

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veryone has an idea of what a mushroom tastes like, but this one tastes like pure maple syrup,” says Old Town Brewing owner Adam Milne. “Once we landed on the candy cap mushroom idea, you could see the excitement among all of us. This fun beer is going to be a one-of-a-kind tasting experience.” Milne is perched over a whiskey barrel inside a rolledup garage door, at Old Town’s NE Martin Luther King Jr. location, discussing the still-aging flavors of his collaboration with Multnomah Athletic Club’s culinary team. MAC Bar Manager Roni Pervizi and Executive Sous Chef Philip Oswalt stand nearby with Brewer Steve Beaudoin and Head Brewer Andrew Lamont. All are focused on finalizing the flavors that will go into the mushroom ale debuting at several club events in early October.

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The beer was inspired by Old Town’s Candy Cap Mushroom Ale, originally created to celebrate the brewery’s 10th anniversary. This batch has been aged in a whiskey barrel, adding notes of vanilla, butterscotch, caramel, and a touch of cherry. “The addition of the barrel will contribute some complexity to the beer,” says Lamont, who also understands that some might balk at the notion of drinking their caps and stems. “It is kind of weird putting mushrooms into a beer. I was a bit skeptical at first, too, but once I learned more about the candy cap mushrooms, it made sense. These are ‘dessert’ mushrooms!

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“The way to get people to try the beer is to just pour a sample and have them take in the aromas. As soon as you do, they will be much more inclined to taste it because the usual ‘mushroom’ aroma will not be detectable. What will come through is a maple syrup/caramel character, which is basically all from the mushrooms.” On MAC’s side of the collaboration, the notion of working with an ingredient that has come to define the harvest season in 1891 and other club eateries makes good sense. “This time of year is kind of romantic,” Oswalt says. “The rain practically begs you to eat good, hearty dishes next to a fireplace. Pairing this ale with braised pork cheeks, squash, heirloom polenta, and a decadent dessert is a no-brainer.” “We want to make the release of this into something special, which brings out the flavor of not just the beer, but our kitchen, as well,” Pervizi chimes in. The mushroom ale is set to be available on club menus starting Oct. 8, with suggested food pairings individual to 1891 and the Sports Pub. In 1891, Sous Chef Sarah Pliner will feature scallion-stuffed chicken roulade with bacon-roasted sunchokes, tomato jam, and a red wine-soy jus. Sports Pub Sous Chef Damian Labeaux offers a braised Carlton Farms pork shank with Kiyokawa apples, bacon, braised kale, and white bean ragout. Milne and his wife, Tia, first became friends with Pervizi after the couple joined MAC earlier this year and found dining on the Sun Deck to be one of the best ways to get to know the club during pandemic constraints. Slowly, over a number of conversations at the Sunset Bistro, the concept of teaming up to create something new took shape. Old Town’s amber ale is on tap in the Sports Pub, and its pilsner is available by the can, so Pervizi was familiar with their work, in addition to their social acumen. “We loved getting to know, and now working with the culinary team of Philip and Roni on the idea,” Milne says. Old Town Brewing opened shortly after Milne purchased and built out the MLK Boulevard space in 2008, but the brand goes back even further. Milne celebrated his ninth birthday at Old Town Pizza, located above Portland’s notorious Shanghai Tunnels. He bought the beloved downtown location in 2003, and fans will be happy to learn that he hopes to reopen it in October.

Executive Sous Chef Phil Oswalt, MAC Bar Manager Roni Pervizi, Old Town Brewing owner Adam Milne, Brewer Steve Beaudoin, and Head Brewer Andrew Lamont.

“All the up-and-down changes with COVID have been very challenging logistically and emotionally for the team,” he explains. “However, at this point we are learning to become flexible. We have to be.” Simultaneously, Milne, Lamont, and Beaudoin are developing their next great beverage. “We are currently working on our fresh-hop beer using Centennial hops. We also finished up a really nice hazy IPA featuring Galaxy and Nelson hops that’s part of our rotational hazy IPA series.”

While members wait to wrap their tastebuds around those flavors, Pervizi urges them to stop in at club restaurants as close to the debut date of MAC’s own mushroom beer as possible. “My guess is that it will be gone in three to four days,” he says with an exhilarated glint in his eye.

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• Fresh Menu Items: Beloved brands such as Cliff and Quest are here, plus other highprotein choices designed with the athlete in mind. • Ecoware: Drop reusable items in the bin, and enjoy your meal more knowing MAC is wasting less. • Ordering Grab & Go is easier than ever before. Use the MAC app on your phone to order and pay, and then just pick it up at Joe’s.

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Each member-only meal begins at 6 p.m. with a 30-minute cocktail and appetizer reception followed by a four-course, sit-down meal at 6:30 p.m. The cost is $95, inclusive of service charge. These ticketed events have a 50-person capacity. Make a reservation via themac.com using the quick registration codes provided below. Two of the four courses are also on the menu in 1891 the same night.

Pre-order a delicious Thanksgiving feast prepared by MAC’s culinary team that includes turkey, mashed potatoes, classic stuffing, broccolini, roasted root vegetables, gravy, cranberry chutney, and two pumpkin pies. Meals are ready for pickup on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, Nov. 25 between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. in the Turnaround. Reserve at themac.com. TURKEY101

Large Turkey Dinner: Feeds 8-12 people, $320 Small Turkey Dinner: Feeds 4-6 people, $160

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Hear presentations from a local purveyor of wild mushrooms as well as author Katherine Cole, who will be signing her book, Sparkling Wine Anytime earlier in the day at MAC. WMCD107 waitlist only

This is the headline event of Lobster Week festivities taking place Oct. 13-16 in 1891. The four-course meal features Maine lobster and Northwest ingredients paired with wine from MAC’s cellar. LOBSTER21 - waitlist only

Dinner at MAC A classic, plated Thanksgiving dinner served in 1891 and 26 Founders creates an inviting space for time with family and friends. Make a reservation through Open Table at themac.com/ dining or by calling At Your Service, 503-517-7235. The cost per plate is $50 for adults; $23 for children ages 4 to 11; and complimentary for children ages 3 and younger. Gratuity not included.

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Private catering rooms are available between noon and 5 p.m. on Thanksgiving day for parties of eight or more. For more information and to book a space, please contact the Events & Catering department at 503-517-6600 or email memberevents@themac.com.

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Sunset Bistro: Daily 11 a.m.-3 p.m and 4-9 p.m. Joe’s: Mon.-Fri. 6 a.m-7 p.m. The Sports Pub is no longer accepting reservations; tables are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Reservations are still recommended, but not required, for the Sunset Bistro and 1891. Visit the Dining page at themac.com to make a reservation and for the most up-to-date hours.

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Ranch Style Food & Libations You'll be our guest on a huge, storied cattle ranch. The ranch kitchen serves the best organic, grass-ﬁnished beef & chevon, featured nightly, together with ranch-grown herbs and locally sourced vegetables. You can sample from our collection of over 110 diﬀerent scotches, and a long list of cocktails & sharpshooters. At the Ranch Table, you will share stories and supper with new friends & ranch hands, and gorge yourself on homestead inspired cuisine, and sourdough bread made with a 100 year old starter!

Once-In-A-Lifetime Ranch Experiences As the summer golf season winds down, we move into a special time on the ranch. Fall starts to see the colors change, and new adventures beginning. Surrey rides, sourdough classes, cocoa by the Lodge ﬁre ring, and soothing spa treatments mark the beginning of the season. Gaze out your lakeside cabin windows, and see the wildlife and livestock begin preparation for transition to winter. Once the snow comes we start our new season of Cool Golf, sleigh rides, wilderness hikes, cross-country skiing, and holidays celebrations. It’s simply amazing!

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KEEPING KIDS SAFE AT MAC CLUB PARTNERS WITH SAFESPORT TO PROTECT YOUNG PEOPLE By Jake Ten Pas

s numerous national news stories have disturbingly demonstrated, no organization is flawless when it comes to safeguarding vulnerable populations. Since 2017, when misconduct by a USA Gymnastics team doctor came to light, the spotlight has intensified on groups and companies working with young people, and the drive to protect them continues to gain traction. Multnomah Athletic Club has taken sexual abuse prevention (SAP) extremely seriously. Through the efforts of an ad hoc committee, the Board of Trustees, and employees, MAC is now a leading force in the state – along with the University of Oregon – for achieving organizational cohesion in its approach to protecting young people. The club has worked closely with the U.S. Center for SafeSport to ensure that all of its programs comply with the latest guidelines for creating a facility that is more secure for all members from the subbasement to the fifth-floor tennis courts. “Our board feel the safety and security of children at MAC is of the highest priority,” says first-year trustee Nathan Ayotte, who has helped to drive the efforts forward. “With the help of volunteer members and dedicated staff, we have gone through the process of reviewing our existing policies and are now implementing changes that will make our club better prepared to recognize and prevent sexual abuse.” After the ad hoc sexual abuse prevention committee completed its initial audit of club programs and facilities, it presented its findings to the board, which approved all suggested measures to address gaps in MAC’s training, policies, and physical structure. Fortunately, because many of the club’s competitive and recreational sports programs already operated under the oversight of national governing bodies (NGBs), coaches were better prepared than they might otherwise have been. One of the advantages to, and challenges of, implementing SafeSport’s best practices in a community such as MAC is the enormous range of facilities, services, programs, and employees housed within two city blocks and eight floors. From locker room attendants and housekeeping staff to parent volunteers, the comprehensive offerings at the club dictate that many adults will come into contact with kids, even tangentially. That meant rolling out Mandatory Reporter training – which provides information and tools to identify and report concerns of child abuse or neglect – to a large population earlier this year. Once completed, the entire facility became a place to which parents could feel more confident entrusting their kids. The athletic cross-training opportunities that set MAC apart become even more valuable when families feel secure using every part of the facility knowing it’s all under consistent oversight. “We are proud of our progress, but we recognize that consistently reviewing and improving our policies around SAP is the best way to ensure success,” Ayotte says. “Safety Manager Jeff Miller has been an amazing champion of our work and has established a system to monitor the changes as they are made. He is dedicated to making our club safer and, as a parent, I am grateful that we have such talented staff in place to monitor and implement changes.”

BROAD SCOPE For his part, Miller is quick to point out that he’s just carrying the ball into the endzone. Taking over from Director of Engagement Jason Amos and former Director of Portfolio & Governance Support Elsa Lemoine, Miller has ensured that the proper education reaches everyone in the club who needs to have it, as well as coordinating with the Facilities team on work to the building and policy refinement. “We’re looking at every area where young athletes can interact with others,” he says. “Coaches and athletes might be so focused on their individual sport that they aren’t seeing the potential for problems in other areas of the club, whether it be a housekeeper or maintenance person working in the locker room. Our efforts right now put everything under a big umbrella and make it so that we are looking at all the potential problems and ensuring that we’re creating a safe environment for our junior athletes.” MAC’s Maintenance and Housekeeping departments normally do such a good job of blending into the background or working behind the scenes that it can be easy to forget about all their touchpoints within the club. “They’re very receptive to receiving this SafeSport training because they also see the need for it,” Miller says. “It’s a lengthy training, too. It isn’t like it’s something you can sit down and knock out in 20 minutes. It’s a 90-minute class that they cycle through over a six-year period. They’ll take the initial class this year, and then next year it’ll be update one, followed by update two the next year, and so on. “It would be easy to blast out a bunch of instruction all at once and then write it off as, ‘Oh, we’ve checked the box,’ but I think that’s what we have to avoid doing. This has to become part of the MAC culture, where we are making sure that people are provided with the education and tools, and then we’re also following up. We’re bringing in third-party experts — whether from SafeSport, the state, or our insurance carrier — to check our work. It’s got to be holistic.” SafeSport was “Authorized by Congress to help abuse prevention, education, and accountability take root in every sport, on every court,” according to its website. “Dedicated solely to ending sexual, physical, and emotional abuse on behalf of athletes everywhere,” the organization has been a guiding light for MAC as it maneuvers through sometimes uncharted waters, and in turn, the club has offered SafeSport a unique environment in which to drop anchor. “While SafeSport deals with many different sports across the country, they rarely get an opportunity to deal with them all in one place to develop a SafeSport facility,” adds Miller. “They get excited when they get big organizations, such as MAC or UO, come in that want to follow their guidelines, because they can show that any organization, no matter the size, is able to roll out these policies. “The relationship also benefits MAC because the club can say to all the groups it works with, ‘Hey, this is a SafeSport facility. You’re good to go to tournaments or other events the club holds.’” Continued on page 39

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Continued from page 37 Miller then points out a few examples of areas of the club that have been looked at with fresh eyes based on SafeSport’s guidelines. The mezzanine-level Squash Gallery had been a bit of a blind spot for MAC, so one of the proposals made by the ad hoc committee was replacing current doors with glass versions. Motion sensors are being added to the lighting, and between those two changes, the area becomes observable. The board also has approved paying for all the instruction and tracking of member volunteers who work with youth populations within the club. From officials at swim meets to chaperones on overnight trips, everyone will be equipped and incentivized to act in the best interests of MAC families. “This is an indication of how serious the board and staff take the safety of our members. We’re taking all the steps we can identify to ensure everyone is protected, whether they be adult, junior, athlete, or non-athlete. It’s all just part of taking care of our family.”

INDIVIDUAL FOCUS Protecting the youth athletes who he coaches is personal for Justin Rackley. As a former ski racer turned professional instructor, the Program Director and Head Coach for MAC Ski & Snowboard came up through a similar system to the one he now has the power to influence. Having great coaches himself helped him be successful, but also meant he had to expand his thinking in terms of what can go wrong when kids aren’t surrounded by the right kinds of individuals.

“To say that we were naive is probably a little bit of an understatement. It’s no secret that really, really terrible things were happening in the USA Gymnastics organization. Multiple documentaries have been made that were very difficult to watch. I think any parent or coach who watches something like those, it’s really just a gut punch. There are people with very bad intentions out there, which is a realization when you have the absolute best intentions for either your child or your athletes that you’re helping to develop. You want them to be successful not just as people who play the sport that you love, but great human beings and contributors to society in general.” Auspiciously, Rackley’s program, and the vast majority around the club, had a head start on SafeSport due to the work of NGBs such as U.S. Ski & Snowboard, which implemented rules to eliminate opportunities for abuse years ago. “There are 400 or so grassroots ski teams like MAC’s around the country,” Rackley says. “They develop these kids from the time they’re 6 years old to when they make regional or national teams.” “Right now, we’re partnering directly with the Center for SafeSport, but it was around 2017 when U.S. Ski & Snowboard started rolling out its own initiatives. We’d been certified with them since 2015, and they’ve been our guiding light for best practices. When they rolled out the SafeSport initiative, we once again jumped in with both feet.” Continued on page 41

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Continued from page 39 Rackley and all of his instructors are certified at some level. “Before SafeSport was even rolled out, they were already getting background-screened, and MAC is screening as an organization. In essence, all of my staff were double-checked years ago. The SafeSport initiative took it further to say, ‘We need to educate you in what to look for, how to operate as a club of adults that regularly interact with minors under the age of 18, and how you should handle every situation.’ It’s laid out really clearly, which is really beautiful.” That’s meant continuing to refine how coaches, parent chaperones, and other member volunteers connect with their charges. Personal texting and other one-on-one communications aren’t allowed, and when an athlete forgets and texts a coach, the parents and other teammates are immediately added to the conversation and reminded of the policy. When traveling, hotel accommodations mean that bed-checks must be done to ensure competitors are getting their rest, and this is now always handled by multiple adults instead of a single coach. “It’s very important to me to protect good people from bad perceptions, as well as from bad people,” Rackley states. “We immediately digested the Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policies, or MAAP, and it keeps everyone involved out of harm’s way. When you do things the right way, it safeguards both the young athletes and adults from situations that could even appear compromising.”

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Club skiers and snowboarders, like other MAC youth, might take advantage of massage, physical therapy, locker rooms, and more, meaning that it’s even more important that the approach to protecting them is comprehensive. Parent chaperones are always along when the team travels to competitions, and having them take over for coaches at the end of the day helps Rackley’s staff perform at the highest level, too, he says. “It’s a bit of a burden on the families, but we create rotations so each parent maybe only has to accompany the team on one trip per season. They trust us to take care of their children, but it isn’t about whether they do or don’t. It’s about whether we’re doing the right thing and putting that out there as a model, as a holistic guide of how you operate appropriately. We want to protect all of the athletes in the program, not just the kids of the parents who trust us.” Rackley asserts that the national oversight and changes to team operations have been nothing but a boon to those who care about security for all. Mandatory Reporting training has created a situation in which everyone is responsible for the well-being of these kids, even when they’re on another team and you only see them at meets. “It creates a domino effect, where other clubs see how you’re behaving, and they hold themselves to the same high standards. It becomes the new normal of how you do your job, and our coaches and parents have been great. They get it. It’s all about the greater good.” WM

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eekends in October and November bring a variety of events for youth and families, from mini golf and corn maze adventures to an annual apple harvest and a dance party. The Family Events Committee welcomes MAC parents and kids to a special Starry Night-themed night in the Grand Ballroom. Members may be missing the Father-Daughter & Mother-Son events, which hopefully will be back soon, so in the meantime, bring the whole family for a special evening. The committee is also inviting members to Hoffman Farms, in the Scholls area, for a fun, fall-filled day. Explore a corn maze, take a train ride, and seek out the perfect pumpkin. Additionally, the Junior Events Committee is back and kicks off the school year with fall activities for sixth, seventh, and eighth graders. An outing to Bullwinkle’s is followed by a Juniors-only Thorns section for the match versus the North Carolina Courage. Registration is required for all events. The following pages offer more details on all the exciting happenings coming up.

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Juniors Outing to Bullwinkle’s

Oct. 3

Hoffman Family Farms

Oct. 10

Family Fall Festival

Oct. 15

Tree to Tree Adventure Day

Oct. 17

Parent-Kid Date Night

Oct. 23

Family Friday: Halloween

Oct. 29

Juniors Thorns vs. North Carolina

Oct. 30

Ski Team Kickoff and Equipment Swap

Nov. 7

Kiyokawa Apple Harvest

Nov 12

Family Friday: Aquatics Night

Nov 12

Family Friday: Dance Party

Nov. 19

EVENTS

Select October and November events and classes are listed here. Check the MAC@Home webpage for more in-person and virtual offerings.

Friday, Oct. 1 Pilates Open House 4-5:30 p.m.

Register in advance for a free 30-minute reformer class. Instructors and committee members are on hand to answer questions about the Pilates program. PIL107

Thursday, Oct. 7 Wild Mushrooms & Champagne Dinner 6 p.m., 26 Founders Hear presentations from a local purveyor of wild mushrooms as well as from local author Katherine Cole, who will be signing her book, Sparkling Wine Anytime, at MAC earlier in the day. See page 33 for more information. WMCD107 - waitlist only

11 a.m.-2 p.m.

Saturday, Oct. 2 Thorns vs. OL Reign 7 p.m.

Tickets for home games go on sale at noon one month prior to the game date. PTFC112

Sunday, Oct. 3 Timbers vs. Inter Miami CF 2:30 p.m.

Visit themac.com/group/pages/timbersthorns for tickets. All matches are subject to change by MLS. PTFC015

Juniors Outing to Bullwinkle’s 2-7:30 p.m.

Juniors ages 11-14 are invited to join MAC for an outing to Bullwinkle’s in Wilsonville. The event is chaperoned and transportation is provided to and from the club. The cost is $60 per person and includes admission, food, four hours of unlimited play, plus a $5 arcade credit. JUN100 - waitlist

Sunday, Oct. 10 Pumpkin Patch and Corn Maze at Hoffman Farms

Columbia River Kayaking 6-7:30 p.m. Kyleen Austin from Columbia River Kayaking shares experiences from her three-month, 1,100-mile solo kayaking trip from Ketchikan, Alaska, to Puget Island, Washington, and provides information about opportunities with Columbia River Kayaking. This is a virtual presentation, and the Zoom link is provided after registration. KAYAK002

Saturday, Oct. 9 Goose Hollow Days Street Festival

Come out to Hoffman Farms, a familyowned farm in the Scholls area for a fun, fall-filled day. Tickets are $12 per person and includes the corn maze adventure, a train ride, and one mini pie per person. Enjoy live music during the festivities. Fresh mini donuts, barbecue, and seasonal milkshakes will be available for purchase throughout the event. PUMP100

Tuesday, Oct. 12-Wednesday, Oct. 13 Astoria Guided Exploration Walking & Hiking heads to the coastal city of Astoria. This two-day exploration includes the option to stay overnight. Eric Wheeler leads a walk the first day, and Debbie Bauer and Suzanne Zarling guide a hike the next. The cost to attend is $25 per person and includes lunch on Wednesday.

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Thursday, Oct. 14 Maine Lobster Dinner

Monday, Oct. 4 Bigger Picture Book Group

Head to SW 19th & Main Streets for children’s activities, raffles, music, food, and beer. The MelloMacs are scheduled to perform at this event.

This is the headline event of Lobster Week festivities taking place Oct. 13-16 in 1891. See page 33 for more information.

7 p.m.

The group dicusses The Big Sort by Bill Bishop during this and the Nov. 1 meeting. Attendees will also choose the reading list for the coming year. Please contact Virginia Terhaar, tvirginia@gmail.com, for details.

Thorns vs. Houston Dash 7 p.m. Tickets for home games go on sale at noon one month prior to the game date. PTFC113

6 p.m., 26 Founders

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MAC Holiday Memories The Winged M is putting together a special holiday section, and members are invited to take part. Readers are invited to share their favorite memory of a MAC-defining holiday tradition. Please send a photo and/or written recollection of 200 words or less to wingedm@ themac.com no later than Friday, Oct. 8. Selected submissions will appear in the November issue of the magazine. Thanks in advance for sharing happy MAC holiday memories. OCTOBER 2021

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6 p.m., 26 Founders

Saturday, Oct. 30 (Juniors) Thorns vs. North Carolina Courage

Marcus Goodfellow presents at this fourcourse fromage dinner featuring Cow Bell Creamery products paired with wine from Goodfelllow Cellars. See page 33 for more information. WINE1021 - waitlist only

The first 30 juniors (in sixth-eighth grades) who register for the game get a complimentary ticket and have special access to a juniors-only section. JUN200

Thursday, Oct. 21 Wine & Cheese Dinner

Friday, Oct. 15 Family Fall Festival 4:30-6 p.m. or 6:30-8 p.m. Join MAC families in the Turnaround for fall-filled fun. In lieu of a typical indoor Family Friday, the club brings activities, treats, and games to this outdoor event. Sign up for one of two sessions. FALL200

7 p.m.

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Saturday, Oct. 23 Parent-Kid Date Night 6-8 p.m. The Family Events Committee welcomes MAC parents and kids to enjoy a special Starry Night-themed event in MAC’s Ballroom. Admission includes dinner, dancing, kid favors, photo ops, and entertainment. DATE001

Tuesday, Oct. 26 Evening Literary Group 7 p.m.

Sunday, Oct. 17 Tree to Tree Adventure Day 9 a.m-3 p.m. It’s a fun-filled day at Tree to Tree Adventure Park in nearby Gaston. From Adventure Village, a kid-friendly tree fort, to an aerial obstacle course, there’s fun for all ages. The cost ranges from $20-$50 per person depending on age. TREE001

Dia de los Muertos: Celebration, Conversation & Cocktails

Wednesday, Oct. 27 Timbers vs. San Jose Earthquakes

Join the Culture & Style committee for an evening of cultural celebration to honor loved ones on their journeys into the afterlife. Tickets include a signature cocktail, dinner, and live music. The cost to attend is $55 for members and $60 for guests.

7 p.m. Visit themac.com/group/pages/timbersthorns for tickets. All matches are subject to change by MLS. PTFC017

Thursday, Oct. 28 Wild Game Dinner

Monday, Oct. 18 History Book Group

6 p.m., 26 Founders

6:30 p.m. The book chosen for this month is Alexander the Great: His Life and Mysterious Death by Anthony Everitt. Contact Chet Orloff for more information: chetorloff@ gmail.com or 503-805-5461.

Wednesday, Oct. 20 Timbers vs. Vancouver Whitecaps 7 p.m. Visit themac.com/group/pages/timbersthorns for tickets. All matches are subject to change by MLS. PTFC016

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This month’s book is The Wolves of Eden by Kevin McCarthy. Contact Martha Dixon at jollyology@aol.com.

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Featuring Nicky Farm meats, including Hawaiian venison, Texas wild boar, quail, and a chef’s choice. See page 33 for more information. GAME1028

Friday, Oct. 29 Family Friday: Halloween 6-8:30 p.m. The Family Events Committee helps welcome back Family Fridays with a Halloween spectacular in the Turnaround. Get ready for spooky surprises, a costume parade, trunk (yes, trunk!) or treating in the parking garage. Registration is required. There is no cost to attend. FAM105

6-9 p.m.

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Monday, Nov. 1 Bigger Picture Book Group 7 p.m.

The group continues its dicussion of The Big Sort by Bill Bishop. Attendees will also choose the reading list for 2022. Contact Virginia Terhaar, tvirginia@gmail.com, for details.

Sunday, Nov. 7 12U-14U Volleyball Tryouts 9 a.m.-1 p.m., West Gym Register at themac.com/group/pages/ compete-for-team-mac.

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Sunday, Nov. 7 Timbers vs. Austin FC 7 p.m. Visit themac.com/group/pages/timbersthorns for tickets. All matches are subject to change by MLS. PTFC018

Friday, Nov. 12 Susie Wright Presents the Art of High/Low Dressing 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.

Sunday, Nov. 7 MAC Ski Team 2021/22 Kickoff and Ski Swap

Join the Culture & Style Committee and MAC’s own Susie Wright as she explains the art of mixing high and low fashion pieces to create a polished outfit. Enjoy a plated two-course meal while Susie showcases practical, versatile, and stylish outfit combinations. SUSIE001

Kiyokawa Apple Harvest

4:30 p.m.

4-7 p.m.

MAC Ski & Snowboard is a certified U.S. Ski & Snowboard club with programs for beginners to elite levels. Enjoy a slice of pizza and have a beverage and learn about all the offerings. No registration is required.

Kiyokawa Family Orchards sets up its annual Apple Harvest in the Main Lobby, with more than 40 varietals of apples and pears for purchase. Don’t miss MAC Chef Shelby Page-Wilson’s famous caramel apples (individually wrapped) also available for purchase. No registration is required, just a healthy apple-tite!

Social/Orientation, West/Central Ballroom

Family Friday: Aquatics Night

4:30 p.m. Doors open, bar opens 4:45 p.m. Pizza buffet 5 p.m. Alpine Team orientation: Learn what’s available for athletes ages 6 and older. 5:35 p.m. Freeride Team orientation: Hear about programs offered for those ages 8-18.

Monday, Nov. 15 Virtual History Book Group 6:30 p.m. The book chosen for this month is Einstein: His Life and Universe by Walter Isaacson. Contact Chet Orloff for more information: chetorloff@gmail.com or 503-805-5461.

Friday, Nov. 19 Family Friday: Dance Party 6-8:30 p.m. Bring the whole family for a night of free fun. Bounce and boogie in the Main Gym. Food concessions are available for purchase. Registration is required and opens one month prior for members only. There is no cost to attend. FAM107

Sunday, Nov. 21 16U-18U Volleyball Tryouts 9 a.m.-1 p.m., West Gym Register at themac.com/group/pages/ compete-for-team-mac.

Tuesday, Nov. 23 Evening Literary Group 7 p.m. This month’s book is Flights by Olga Tokarczuk. Contact Martha Dixon at jollyology@aol.com.

6-8:30 p.m. Bring the whole family for a night of free fun from bounce houses in the Main Gym to aquatics activities in Sun Deck Pool. Food concessions are available for purchase. Registration is required and opens one month prior for members only. There is no cost to attend. FAM106

Ski Gear/Equipment Swap, East Ballroom 4:30 p.m. Equipment drop off. Bring new or used ski gear/ equipment tagged with contact information and price to committee volunteers in the East Ballroom. 5 p.m. Doors open

Holiday Fashion Show Update After careful consideration, the Culture & Style Committee has made the difficult decision to cancel the 2021 Holiday Fashion Show. Fashion retail partners continue to be impacted by COVID and are unable to find the resources needed to execute this year’s event. This highly-sought-after, signature event brings together hundreds of members and guests, and the Culture & Style Committee is looking forward to resuming the tradition in December 2022.

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Cardiac Wellness Makes a Comeback Popular class returns to MAC this fall

fter a regular Thursday night game of tennis, Jim Holtz woke at 2 a.m. to the feeling that something wasn’t right. A trip to the emergency room and tests lead to open-heart surgery in July 1993. Such invasive surgery can, over time, put an end to the kind of active lifestyle that Jim enjoyed. However, at the tender age of 87, Jim continues to be active thanks to a little push from his daughter and 28 years of Cardiac Wellness classes — 13 years of which have been through the Cardiac Wellness program offered at MAC.

Due to COVID-19 shutdowns over the past year, regular participants were left without a class to attend. Jim says, “I’ve missed it. My body isn’t in as good of condition as they kept it.” But there’s good news for Jim and all MAC members, the Cardiac Wellness class is being added back to the list of offerings this fall! Members with a physician’s referral will participate in light, manageable exercise — with a focus on cardiac rehabilitation — overseen by medical professionals.

Jim has been a club member for 65 years and after several years of cardiac exercise at the local YMCA, he helped facilitate a similar class at MAC, now the Cardiac Wellness class. For years, Legacy hospital brought in a registered nurse and exercise physiologist to monitor and lead classes twice a week for members with heart diseases. Jim’s impressive consistency over the years supports his statement that “After open-heart surgery, you have to be regular with these things. It’s necessary for routine and comradery. This program kept me on the court.”

As MAC continues to adapt through these unprecedented times, safely promoting overall health and wellness continues to be the top priority. With the reintroduction of the Cardiac Wellness program, staying well at MAC again includes a focus on the heart.

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Spin with Leah Spotlight on Fitness and Wellness instructors and programs From personal trainers and Group Ex instructors to massage and physical therapists, MAC’s Fitness and Wellness staff works to keep members healthy, no matter the global health circumstances. While longstanding relationships have been built over the years, there have been personnel changes and new offerings added over the past few months. Learn more about the diversity of programs offered, connect with new faces, and reconnect with familiar ones. Leah Brecunier has been teaching group exercise since 2004, and spin is her favorite class. A former Olympic distance triathlete and mountain biker, she began her fitness career in Oregon at Nike World Headquarters as a personal trainer and group exercise instructor. Leah loves coaching in all forms and now works on Nike’s social and community Impact team focusing on getting kids active and supporting volunteer coaches. She grew up on a farm in California and went on to her undergraduate degree at the University of Redlands and her master’s degree at the University of Nottingham in the U.K. In her spare time, Brecunier enjoys playing soccer, paddle boarding, and hanging out with her husband Brian and 13-yearold daughter, Marley.

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Drew White HEAD CLIMBING COACH

Adult offerings are being expanded for all skill and ability levels. Adult classess range from a morning women’s training class to biweekly co-ed training classes in the evening. These options, along with open climbing times and established belay and lead classes, means adults have the flexibility to supplement their workouts with climbing or make it their primary workout. Either way, staff is here to provide worldclass instruction. On the world front, sport climbing made its debut in this summer’s Olympic games, along with surfing, karate, and skateboarding. The Olympic impact has been felt in the climbing world, particularly around route setting. Route setting is continually evolving, and using different types of terrain and holds to create difficulty on the wall challenges a climber’s mind and body.

New volumes added at MAC

AC’s climbing program, now in its 20th year, provides recreational and competitive opportunities for all members. The Climbing Gym is a place to make friends and to find a fun workout, no matter what your age.

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Setting new routes is one way to keep the MAC Climbing experience interesting and fresh. And while we add new holds to our fleet each year, we knew we needed to make a big splash in order to keep up. With that in mind, MAC added a number of volumes (giant prism features that can be attached to a climbing wall) to keep competitive in our industry. As MAC members transition back into the club, many will consider new ways to workout. Consider a non-traditional way of exercising and supplementing your workout with a visit to the Climbing Gym. Take advantage of programing and a community of friends you can make this fall. Come find out why climbing is gaining momentum all over the country and the world. We hope to see you in the gym soon!

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Coaches Corner: What’s In Your Tennis Bag? Tennis is a highly technical sport, from the way the ball is struck to the equipment used when playing. For those looking to take their game to the next level, it is important to take a deeper look into the major pieces of equipment. This is by no means a complete list, but the following are essential items players need to help elevate their game:

Racquet Tennis racquets do not have an expiration date, but they do wear out over time due to fibers and resin breaking down. This breakdown causes a racquet to lose its stiffness and the “pop” players feel from a well-struck ball. Players who strike a bigger ball will break the racquet fibers down more quickly as they put more stress on the frame with every ball hit. Restringing a racquet also puts the frame under great stress. The restringing process includes a time when only the main strings (strings running up and down in the racquet) are in place. This longitudinal tension causes the racquet to bow slightly, weakening the fibers with each stringing. So, if your racquet is more than 10 years old, it probably does not have the same “pop” as when you first played with it. Consider trying out some demo racquets to see if you see a difference.

Strings Players often spend a lot of time picking out a racquet only to say, “string it up with whatever string.” The strings are the only piece of equipment to touch the ball. Neglecting the strings is a sure-fire way to decrease performance. Tension makes a huge difference and impacts how the ball reacts off the racquet. A higher tension gets the ball onto and off the string bed more quickly, giving more accuracy and control. Conversely, a lower tension allows the ball to sink deeper into the string bed, causing more of a slingshot effect and generating more power. The string’s material matters too. Multifilament (many small string fibers braided together) and monofilament (one

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continuous piece of string) polyester are the two main types outside of natural gut. Multifilament strings tend to be softer and provide more playability. They are highly recommended for players who do not play with a lot of power or spin. Monofilaments are a much stiffer string. They offer players more power and durability. There is also a hybrid string. Typically, a hybrid has a stiffer monofilament in the main strings and a softer, more playable, multifilament in the cross strings. The hybrid option is best for players looking to get the power delivery from a monofilament with more of the comfort a multifilament can provide. Players who take the time to experiment with different strings and tension can begin to understand what is meant by “the feel of the ball.” There is more to this feel than just hitting it cleanly in the sweet spot. Some strings allow players to produce more topspin, while others allow for more power, and others, more precision. It may be an expensive and timeconsuming process to determine the right string (as it can be picking out the right racquet), but it is well worth it once the best string is found. There is a general rule that states: Racquets should be restrung in a year the number of times a player plays in a week. For players who struggle to feel the subtle changes from the racquet and string, this is a good way to judge time for restringing. For players who can feel changes brought on over time, it is important to pay attention to those feelings and trust them. The playability may be gone before the strings ever break. A loss of a couple pounds of tension can really affect how the ball comes off the strings.

Ball All tennis players know that tennis balls lose pressure over time and don’t bounce as well or feel the same on the racquet as when they are fresh out of a can. But few players know there are three main categories of tennis balls: professional, championship, and practice. A professional-grade

ball is designed to hold a uniform pressure throughout a whole match with felt that does not fray as easily. Championshipgrade balls are a step down in quality, but also in price. For most recreational and junior players, a championship ball is still a good quality ball. A practice ball has both pressure and felt designed to last a long time. They are typically harder, play slightly different, and may come as a pressureless ball. Within the categories there are regular- and extra-duty balls. Regular-duty balls are designed for a softer court like clay and indoor play while extra duty are more suitable for a hard or newly surfaced court. The felt of an extra-duty ball is woven with more fibers to withstand the court surface. There are also grass-court tennis balls designed to be strain resistance and also high-altitude balls for play at elevations over 4,000 feet. For the curious player, MAC uses the Pro Penn Marathon, regular-duty ball.

The Grip There are two main types of grips, replacement grips and overgrips. Replacement grips are a thicker grip that come with racquets upon purchase. These synthetic grips come with differing amounts of cushioning to comfort every player, however, they do wear out and lose their cushion over time. Replacement grips also come in leather which is much harder and holds form over a longer period than synthetics. Leather grips can be scrubbed with soap and a toothbrush for cleaning to help return the original feel. Overgrips are just that, a thin grip placed over the original or replacement grip. Most professionals will put a new grip on prior to each practice. Recreational players do not need to change this often, but it is remarkable how little attention is paid to the grip. Worn or dirty grips make holding the racquet firmly more difficult, allowing the racquet to easily slip or twist in your hand. Overgrips vary in absorption rate and in tackiness. Different materials affect the absorption, while the color pigment is important for tackiness. The lighter the color, the more

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grip a player feels. White has the most tact; darker colors and black have much less. As grips start to feel slippery or become tough to keep a firm grip on, it may be time for a new overgrip.

Shoes Wide feet, flat feet, high arches — these are the feet of tennis players! All feet are different, making purchasing tennis shoes a very individual decision. Cushioning is one of the most important things when purchasing shoes for hard courts. It is vital to protect the joints of the lower body from the jarring impact of each step with proper shoes. Players should be examining the soles of their shoes routinely to ensure shoes are safe to play in. As shoes begin to wear, two

pair of socks can provide more padding until a new pair can be acquired. Don’t forget hot courts in the summer as well as newly resurfaced, gritty courts cause more wear on shoes. A new pair of well-cushioned shoes that fit your feet perfectly makes a huge difference in your game and comfort level.

Clothes Clothes make the person, as the saying goes. Well, there is a yes and a no for tennis players on this one. Wearing the right clothes won’t win any matches outright, but wearing the wrong ones just might be detrimental to the desired outcome. Yes, everyone has their own fashion, but the technology in today’s athletic gear with

moisture removal and breathable materials allow tennis players to be more comfortable than ever. Ask any player who made the mistake of playing a match wearing a cotton shirt on a hot day or a new pair of shorts that didn’t fit quite right and they’ll say it most likely affected their play. Chances are they were distracted by their clothing more than they needed to while playing. Heading into the fall season is a perfect time to inspect the equipment we carry onto the court and determine if replacements or upgrades are needed. All things get old and wear down over time, tennis equipment is no different. —Coach Paul Reber

Congratulations Are in Order At the end of August, and impressive number of MAC Tennis teams competed in the USTA 40+ Sectional Championship in Portland. Congratulations to the following teams and their captains: 2.5 Women – Anne Mangan 3.0 Women – Kayla Casebeer 3.0 Men – Marshall Levine 3.5 Men – Zach Wright/Tony Humpage 4.5 Women – Allison Gregory

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Coming In: Squash at MAC Is Back in Full Swing “Coming in” is the expression squash players use after winning the point and the service changes. It is also what is happening with MAC Squash during the transition from COVID restrictions to the resumption of play. After 12 months away, matches resumed in the spring and players were excited to get back onto the court and reconnect with friends.

Internal Matches A practice round of box leagues began in March; this early league was a good opportunity for players to work the kinks out of their game. A full box league followed in April, when nearly 100 players in six different boxes — singles and doubles — competed. Congratulations to all the winners and great job to all the participants.

Singles Box A 1st place 2nd place

Phillip Carbojal Alec Spiro

Box B 1st place 2nd place

Leo Sergeant Koz Malhotra

Box C 1st place 2nd place

Ashok Muralidaran Winston Sandino

Box D 1st place 2nd place

Siddharth Muralidaran Gavin Smith

Box E 1st place 2nd place

Geoff McCarthy Michael Estok

Elite junior campers warming up.

Doubles 1st place

Derrick Cameron Darwin Green

2nd place

Will Denecke Kristian Foden-Vencil

In addition to league play, weekly dropin sessions and individual play has picked up and is expected to continue through the rest of the year.

Juniors Program MAC Squash hosted five weeks of summer camps, including two weeks for elite juniors, which served as a great tool for upcoming junior elite players as well as outgoing juniors preparing for college squash careers that started in September. Elite Week 1 had top college squash pro Rei Hergeth join as a guest. Hergeth is the head coach of Bates College in Maine, and previously won three national college championships as a player with Trinity College. During the second week, MAC’s own Julian Illingworth shared his knowledge of the game. Illingworth is a nine-time national squash champion, and a top-25 world player. MAC Junior players also had great success in three different regional tournaments, and are looking forward to the resumption of competitions with other clubs up and down the West Coast in 2022.

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Below are the summer results from Junior Silver tournaments. Again, congratulation to all the competitors.

Pro Club, Bellevue, Washington BU11 Varun Varma – 4th place BU13 Atef Siddiqui – 3rd place BU15 Ayaan Sait – 3rd place Kaz Malhotra – 5th place Siddharth Muralidaran - 8th place

Bay Club, Santa Clara, California GU13 Kavya Muralidaran – 6th place BU13 Atef Siddiqui – 4th place BU15 Siddharth Muralidaran – 6th place

La Squash Academy, South Pasadena, California BU15 Gavin Smith – 4th place

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We’re Here to Help You Get There Alec Spiro and Gordon Lam putting in the work over the summer

Fall Competitive and Learning Opportunities The fall brings many great opportunities for competition, instruction, and camaraderie. There is a program, tournament, or workshop offered for all levels, from beginners to experienced. October

• MAC Doubles Tournament (Oct. 1-3)

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Clearly MAC Squash is back. For those who are new to the game, please don’t hesitate to contact the Squash office (squash@ themac.com) or an existing player and schedule a match. Workshops in October and the Saturday clinics for men and women are great ways to learn the game. The Member/Non-Squash Player Doubles Tournament is also a terrific introduction to doubles play.

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Scenes from the annual Gasshuku (pronounced Gash-ooo-koo) training.

Annual Karate Fundraiser Supports Tournaments MAC Karate is happy to again host its annual fundraiser, offering wreaths and holiday greenery sourced from local Engel’s Evergreens. Proceeds from wreath sales support the Karate Committee’s special funds, which have been used for a number of activities over the years, particularly to offset the cost of competing in tournaments. As many competitive athletes know, beyond entrance fees, the cost of travel to and from out-of-town tournaments can quickly add up. Using special funds, MAC Karate has made it possible for member athletes to compete at regional and national events, as well as try out for the U.S. National Karate Team.

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Karate students less interested in competition have benefited from special funds used to bring in guest instructors who share special skill sets, techniques, and styles of karate. Over the past year and a half, special funds have helped to keep virtual classes available for MAC students, supporting both instructors and the technology side of virtual training. Most recently, the Karate Committee approved special funds to subsidize fees for students to attend a day-long, all outdoor training event, a rare recent opportunity to meet with karate practitioners and instructors outside of MAC.

The wreath sale offers a variety of decorative greenery options for both indoor and outdoor use. Traditional wreaths and swags in different sizes and styles are available, along with an option that can be shipped directly out of state. Fifteen-foot lengths of garland, a perennial favorite, hanging baskets, planters, and other accessories fill out the catalog. The karate wreath sale runs for four weeks, beginning in late September. Keep an eye out around the club for more information, or email karate@themac.com for more information. For those interested in learning more about the MAC Karate program and when the next beginner class starts, please also reach out via karate@themac.com.

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2021 Ray Martinelli Hack Hoop Open On July 9, MAC basketball enthusiasts took to the links to launch (and lose) golf balls in support of a good cause. For decades, the Ray Martinelli Hack Hoop Open has been a great excuse for the MAC Basketball community to get together during the offseason and test their mettle at an exponentially more frustrating sport. This year, the scramble was hosted at Meriwether Golf Club and catered by Elephants. The 36 participants raised $1,457 for United Way of the Willamette Valley. Brad Krichevsky, Greg Laybourn, Scott Cathcart, and Riley Showalter comprised the winning foursome.

Greg Laybourn with the winning check.

Member Numbers: Walk Across America Mileage Walk Across America is a national program that allows members to create annual mileage goals, with endof-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 information about the program and to submit mileage, please contact Claire Galton at galtoncc@gmail.com.

Mileage as of Aug. 31 Ann Blume, 3,525 Hal Broughton, 25,596 Sally Broughton, 18,864 Ann Durfee, 46,177 Norm Frink, 9,690 Claire Galton, 43,052

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Dave Huffman, 728 Shannon Leonetti, 83,277 Harriet Maizels, 24,999 Tom Neilsen, 4,470 Linda Opray, 20,817 John Popplewell, 2,100

Dee Poujade, 11,827 Nancy Sergeant, 27,756 Vivian Solomon, 737 Carrie Stucky, 27,062 Barbara Wetzel, 27,080 Ellen Wax, 900

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The Return of MAC Handball Each Wednesday and Sunday morning the handball courts at MAC have been full of players reacquainting themselves with the game they love and have missed for more than a year and a half. Many are in better shape, as their bodies have had time to recover from previous handball abuse, so there has been some great competitions on the challenge courts. The ageless Dr. Ed Grossenbacher can be seen tuning-up for the USHA National Masters tournaments to extend his dominance of winning the most USHA national tournaments in the country. MAC’s JD McLandrich is coordinating bringing back the popular MAC intramural league, which allow players to compete against fellow members in their age and skill divisions. The Oregon State Handball Championships, held in June, was the first tournament held since COVID. Hosted by the Courthouse Fitness Club in Salem, it drew more than 60 players. In Men’s Doubles Small Ball, Steve Grow and Ron Shoquist took first and Dave Delaney and Todd Zilbert placed third. Todd Zilbert lost in the finals of the Men’s Singles 60+, while Mike Casey lost in the quarter finals. Casey also made it to the first round of 65+ Doubles. Matt Steele lost in the quarter finals of the Men’s Singles. Steele teamed up with Josh Bateman and took third in the Men’s Doubles Big Ball Open and lost in the quarter finals of the Men’s Doubles Small Ball Open as did Andy Romanchock and Jennifer Hinman. Tournament directors are hard at work planning upcoming tournaments including the fourth annual Portland Classic, which is scheduled for Oct. 22-24 at MAC and being organized by Conor Casey. World Players of Handball has confirmed that there will be a Pro Stop in conjunction with the Portland Classic. Come see the best handball players at the state, regional, and national levels!

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Fall Golf Recap Two complimentary golf clinics were held at Ghost Creek at Pumpkin Ridge in September. Some 45 MAC members sharpend their game by practicing their full swing, pitching, chipping, and putting. Look for more clinics next year. The MAC Golf Championship was held Sept. 19; the winner will be announced in the next issue of the magazine. Don’t forget about the Creek Card available to all MAC members. There is no cost and it offers nice discounts on golf, pro shop merchandise, and food at Pumpkin Ridge. Keep up on all MAC Golf news by selecting “Golf” on the My Interests page at themac.com.

Pro’s Corner For putts inside 10 feet, alignment is paramount. A simple way to ensure proper alignment is to mark the ball with a line and point it in the right direction! Feel free to direct questions about this tip or any other part of the golf game to cmyrvold@pumpkinridge.com

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Insight founded on experience Spring Decathlon and Fall Team Decathlon In June, the Fitness and Decathlon Committee held its 47th Men’s and Women’s Spring Decathlon. (The event wasn’t held in 2020 due to COVID restrictions.) Although participation was predicted to be sparse because of a lack of training time, the committee felt the event should be held in order to help get back to near normal. Following the Team Decathlon event Nov. 1-14, there will be a banquet to celebrate the winners and participants from both the spring and fall events. Start looking for partners to form a team to enter the “for fun” Team Decathlon. Visit the Fitness page at themac.com and select Decathlon from the program menu for details on how to participate.

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SUNRIVER – Fremont Crossing, 2,200+, 3 BR, 3.5 BA, 2 masters, slps 8, all amenities, access to The Cove, Sage Springs. Hot tub, p-pong, bikes, no smkg/pets. 503-706-8886. SUNRIVER – Quelah 3 BR, 2 BA, private pool, spa & tennis courts. 503-892-9993. DCCA #762. Coastal

For Sale ONE BLOCK TO MAC – 1BR condo, 1½ baths, top floor, city/south views, owner @ $539k. 503-254-6556

OCEANFRONT HIGHLANDS AT GEARHART – Gated area. No smoking. No pets. 503-688-6867.

LUXURY CONDO next to MAC The Legends, 2 Bed | 2 Bath | 1998 sq. ft. Learn more: www.LegendsUnit403.com Offered at $825,000, MLS#20615422 Alex Roy, Realtor Ph. 503-233-4592 John L Scott Real Estate, Portland OR

GEARHART – Beautiful and spacious 4 BR, 3 BA, sleeps 8+. Near beach, park, golf, tennis. Gourmet kitchen, TV room, Wi-Fi, great deck/yard. jim@whittgroup.com 503-804-5606, www.gearharthouse.com

Wanted BLACK BUTTE RANCH house or lot. Call Hedy @ 503-708-7400

COTTAGE in OCEANSIDE for sale. On beachside cliff; 2 brm, 1 ba 800 SF mid century cutie. $259k. Contact Pam at PZielinski@bhhsnw.com

Out of State PALM SPRINGS Dreamy mountain views! 1-level, fully furnished Twin Palms home 5 mins to downtown. 4 beds/2.5 baths. Sleeps 8 Private pool/spa. 503-449-4964 3D tour: www.TheAnzaPalmSprings.com Hawaii KONA, HAWAII – Lovely oceanfront 1 BR condo. Tennis, oceanside pool/spa. Great view. 503-780-3139. For photos, email: nanevin@aol.com MAUI MAALAEA SURF – KIHEI – Exquisitely furnished beachfront condo. Sandy beaches, swimming pool, tennis. 2 masters, 2 BA, townhome. Questions, rates & availability – contact: ted@haltonco.com, www.haltonmauicondo.com FOR SALE – Kings’ Land Waikaloa Hilton timeshare Elite Status. Text 503-801-6084

Central Oregon

www.BlackButte182.com

Visit website to appreciate. 4 BR/2.5 BA on Big Meadow Golf #16. Sleeps up to 12. Gourmet kitchen, big screen TV, oversized hot tub, spacious deck, bikes. 503-246-2601 or Byron@AdvancedMedSystems.net

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ADVERTISER INDEX (W)HERE REAL ESTATE...............................................2, 4 (W)HERE REAL ESTATE (ERICA WRENN)............27 ANN MCCULLOCH.........................................................25 CLOSET FACTORY...........................................................49 GARFINKLE ORTHODONTICS..................................57 JAGUAR LAND ROVER PORTLAND........................80 JAMES DIXON ARCHITECT.........................................43 JMI INSURANCE...............................................................76 JMI LIMOUSINE................................................................41 JOHN P. WARD...................................................................49 KELLEY DULCICH PHOTOGRAPHY.......................69 KEYBANK..............................................................................65 LARRY & CO .......................................................................26 MAISON INC.......................................................................67 MATIN REAL ESTATE....................................................... 8 MERCEDES-BENZ OF PORTLAND.........................51 MJ STEEN TEAM (MJ STEEN & MACEY LAURICK).........................23 NEIL KELLY..........................................................................16 NIFELLE DESIGN-FINE INTERIORS.......................35 OLSON & JONES CONSTRUCTION .......................12 OREGON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION...............14

PEARL WOMEN’S CENTER........................................71 PIENOVI PROPERTIES .................................................... 6 PORTLAND CITY PROPERTIES.................................15 PORTLAND FACE DOCTOR........................................73 PORTLAND MORTGAGE..............................................38 PROVIDENCE REGIONAL FOUNDATION ...........79 REALTY TRUST URBAN ........................................58, 59 RESTOREPDX.....................................................................61 ROCHE BOBOIS................................................................22 SARITA DUA .......................................................................18 SHERRY WARSHAUER AGENCY ............................49 SILVIES VALLEY RANCH...............................................34 SKIN BY LOVELY................................................................40 STANDARD TV & APPLIANCE...................................55 TERWILLIGER PARKVIEW............................................29 TOWER OCULOFACIAL PLASTICS..........................77 U.S. BANK PRIVATE WEALTH MANAGEMENT...........................................................73 UBS FINANCIAL SERVICES.........................................69 WINDERMERE REALTY TRUST (MEREDITH KANE)....................................................10

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MAC Professionals Guide to MAC Businesses and Service Professionals Assisted Living & Memory Care

Physical Therapy

Jay Jensen PT, ATC Assisted Living & Enhanced Memory Care Unit

office hours:

Chris McGehee/Owner

Mon.-Thurs. 7 a.m.-7 p.m. Friday 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

Conveniently located in Raleigh Hills, providing our special residents with quality care and services 24 hours a day.

4815 SW Dogwood Lane 503.297.3200 • susan@rhliving.com

Financial Planning & Investments Ted Ferguson, CFP®

appointments:

503.272.8785 ptatthemac.com

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Senior Portfolio Manager CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER Professional

Cindy Banzer

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503-709-7277 cell www.cindybanzer.com

Wrenn/Ferguson Group UBS Financial Services, Inc. 5285 SW Meadows Rd, Lake Oswego UBS Financial Services is a subsidiary of UBS AG.

Insurance

Principal Broker | PMAR Master’s Circle

cbanzer@eastpdxproperties.com Proud 37 year MAC member LICENSED IN OREGON & WASHINGTON

Residential Real Estate

Lynn Marshall, Real Estate Broker

Jim Pittman Objective Insurance Advice Since 1970

(503) 542-4085

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Voted #1 Realtor in NW Heights with Next Door Hasson Company, Realtors® PMAR Master’s Circle 503-780-1890 lynn@hasson.com lynnmarshall.hasson.com 5th Generation MAC Member

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TELL YOUR STORY

Writing Class Summer Gathering Members of the Tell Your Story writing class, taught by Tom Hallman Jr., gathered this summer to enjoy each other’s company in a time between mask restrictions. Diane Lund, Julie Vigeland, Roland Haertl, Eleanor Chin, Carolee Kolve, Carla Kelley, Sam Leach, Sarah Case, Carrie Stevens, Tom Hallman, Monique Eldridge, Margaret Scharle, Ann O. White, Ellen Kropp-Rogers, and Jim Oberholz. Turn the page to read a story written for the class.

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TELL YOUR STORY

Skipping Class Saves Life By Melanie Mooney Morris

am always amazed when little decisions that seem inconsequential at the time turn out to be enormous when you look back at them later. Last week with some guilt, but with good reason, I notified my online writing instructor, Tom Hallman, that I’d miss the first class. I’d arranged to have the “Stairsteps,” the name we fondly call one group of our grandchildren, at our home for a week. After dinner, instead of logging on to the Zoom feed for the class, I take the three kids and Logan, our Australian Shepherd, on a long walk. We leave grandpa home to read the Wall Street Journal and to recover from his water volleyball class. After the walk, we open the front door and unleash Logan. He runs into the family room and starts barking. Logan doesn’t bark, so the kids and I race to retrieve him and find my husband in a state of what appears to be either cardiac arrest or COPD distress. I shake him, “Don, Don, are you alright?” I almost say, “Annie, Annie can you hear me?” That’s the name of the dummy used when renewing a CPR/First Aid card.

turn left then pull onto a side street to recover. I eat an energy bar, drink water, and turn on my GPS. The “Voice” guides me home.

Don can barely whisper out the word “blue.” I ask, “Inhaler?” He nods yes. Suddenly the entire room and my life disappear in front of me; I quickly go upstairs. I feel as if I am going in slow motion. I can hear the words rolling through my head, “step by step,” from the old horror movie Frankenstein. I grab the blue inhaler and swim through the haze of fear back downstairs to his side. He can’t take the capsule from me and starts shaking.

Even though it is almost midnight, Denise and the kids are up waiting for me. Overwhelmed, I sit down wearily at the kitchen table.

I reach over the top of him to grab the house phone. As I dial 911, I look up to see my two precious granddaughters holding hands and staring at me with huge eyes. I am surprised that I can remember my name, address, and phone number. The 911 operator tells me to send someone to the gate. “Girls, where is your brother? Get John,” I command. John appears out of thin air. In seconds he takes in the situation. I yell, “Car keys, gate remote, gate, let in the ambulance. Show them where we live.” John runs out the front door. Don is pale and sweaty. He is still struggling to take each agonizing breath. I tell the girls to run and get Jay, the neighbor across the street. Jay isn’t home. Still holding the phone, I point at the house next door, “Get Denise.” The paramedics and a fire truck roar in and take over. The three Stairsteps, Denise, and I now hold our breath while watching the paramedics work on grandpa. Two firemen roll in a stretcher and, with the EMTs, hoist Don onto it. I follow the ambulance, sit beside my 81-year-old husband in the ER, and observe all the tests and the drugs pumped into him. I feel fortunate to be allowed into the ER patient area with the COVID-19 epidemic starting to surge again. Finally, an ER doctor appears and tells me that Don is having a COPD episode — not a heart attack. He will be okay, “this time.” Don is staying overnight, and I am to go home. I look at the streetlight at the hospital lot exit and don’t know which way to turn. I don’t know how to get home. I have been to this hospital many times; it is only two miles from where we live. I finally

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A hand pats my shoulder; I look up as John places a piece of warmed pizza in front of me. Annie and Lucy hand me a salad and put a glass of wine on the table. I peer at the Stairsteps; such perceptive, kind children. The hospital keeps Don for three nights. Denise chauffeurs the kids to Vancouver Lake each day for Rowing Camp. Jay and his wife, Susan, check up on us each day; they bring flowers and food. On Friday, Don’s son comes to pick up his children. I hug each one. John pauses on the doorstep. “Isn’t it odd that Denise next door and Jay and Susan across the street also belong to the Multnomah Athletic Club? You skipped your MAC class, but other members filled in and helped you. Isn’t that an unusual, even weird coincidence, that you all live in one neighborhood? If you hadn’t skipped your online class, you could have been locked in the dining room zooming away while grandpa had his attack.” Our grandchildren start down the driveway; John looks back at me. He grins, pumps his hand in the air, and shouts: “One, Two, Three.” The Stairsteps yell together, “Thank God you skipped class!” Then they laugh their way down the driveway and hop into their parents’ car.

Melanie Mooney Morris is a retired Clark College business technology professor. She has been a member of Tom Hallman’s Tell Your Story class for six months and has found his unique teaching style — a blend of personal and group critiquing — a means for moving beyond writing business letters to writing stories.

Expanding cancer care in Clackamas County When you have cancer, you want care you trust close to home. Kendra, a single mom of two, has metastatic breast cancer. People like Kendra are why Providence launched the $3 million Bridges to Hope campaign. With donor support, Providence Willamette Falls Medical Center in Oregon City is building the Carol Danielson Suzuki Cancer Center. As part of Providence Cancer Institute, the new center will offer the expertise and services Providence is known for, providing expert care close to home for Kendra and others in Clackamas County.

You can help us build. ProvidenceFoundations.org/ bridges

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