The Winged M, December 2014

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

DECEMBER 2014 | VOL. 103 No. 12

Contents Featured This Month

Micah Alexander enjoys a scoop of apple ice cream at this year’s apple tasting event.

30 | Holidays at MAC 40 | MAC’s Helping Hands 56 | Extraordinary Journey

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Regular Features

46 | Club Scrapbook 11 | Faces in the Club 90 | Closing Thoughts

The Winged M Staff: Michole Jensen

Communications Director

Tony Roberts

Communications Manager

Joseph Palazzo

Electronic Graphic Designer

Lisa House

Advertising Sales Rep

Julia Omelchuck

Graphic Designer/Ad Services Coordinator

Karen Cumbers

Communications Coordinator

Chris Zoucha

Web and Marketing Specialist

Call Communications at 503-5177220. The Winged M (USPS 483-210) is published monthly by Multnomah Athletic Club at 1849 SW Salmon Street, Portland, Oregon 97205. Telephone the club at 503-223-6251. Advertising from members and nonmembers is accepted

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by Multnomah Athletic Club unless otherwise noted. Publisher’s national advertising representative is Running Network LLC: Larry Eder, 608-239-3785.

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Periodicals postage is paid at Portland, Oregon. POSTMASTER: Send change of address to Multnomah Athletic Club Member Services, 1849 SW Salmon Street, Portland, Oregon 97205. ©2014 Multnomah Athletic Club.

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29 | At Your Service 24 | Committee Interest 12 | Culinary Corner 23 | Diversity Admissions 27 | House Committee 19 | In Memoriam 23 | MAF Honorariums 7 | Manager’s Column 23 | New Members 5 | President’s Column 9 | Sports Shorts

48 | 20s/30s 48 | Balladeers 50 | Book Groups 45 | Grocery Girl 50 | Junior Events 44 | Listen and Learn 50 | MACnet 52 | MelloMacs 50 | Member Events 53 | Social Activities 53 | Theater 54 | Trail Blazers

72 | Basketball 72 | Dance/Group Exercise 72 | Decathlon 74 | Early Birds 64 | Exercise & Conditioning 66, 74 | Golf 74 | Handball 76 | Karate 60 | Personal Training 78 | Racquetball 70 | Ski 80 | Squash 82 | Swim – Juniors 80 | Swim – Masters 68 | Tennis 83 | Triathlon & Running 83 | Walking & Hiking

89 | Advertiser Index 16 | Calendar of Events 86 | MAC Marketplace 85 | Member Numbers

On The Cover Santa takes a brief respite from making toys to visit MAC this month!

Don’t miss the club’s Holiday Open House on Thursday, Dec. 4, and catch Santa before he rides his sleigh back to the North Pole. Of course, that’s just one of the many holiday events that take place at the club in December.

See the Holiday Event Guide starting on page 30 for listings.

Next month in The Winged M: • Banquet of Champions • At Your Service December 2014

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President Darcy Henderson Vice President Dwight Terry Treasurer Ann Blume Secretary David DeBlasio

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Doug Dawley David Horstkotte Robert Nunn Scott Sakamoto Linda Higgons Janice Marquis Scott Stevens Mike Wells Committee Chairs 20s/30s Chase McPherson Athletic John Helmer III Balladeers Jay Maxwell Basketball Doug Post Budget and Finance Ann Blume Communities Ron Neiger Culture & Style Sharon Murphy Cycling Don Fitchett Dance/Group Exercise Maria Bruce/ Victoria DuVal Decathlon Brett Moshofsky Diversity Admissions Holly Lekas Early Birds Marcella Renner Exercise & Conditioning Joe Murphy Family Events Dana Baioni and Amy Lindgren Golf Debbie Bensching Gymnastics Ken Boyko Handball Craig Trull Holiday Decorating Jean Malnati House Julie Branford Junior Events Emily Buchholz and Payton Bush Karate Laurie Farwell MelloMacs Scott Schaffer Member Events D’Anne O’Neill Membership Dave Brezinski Merrymacs Dinda Mills Outdoor Activities Program Taylor Boyko Pilates Ellen Kropp-Rogers Polar Bears Jim Faville Property Marlis Miller Racquetball Mark Wigginton Ski Jeff Simpson Social Activities Anne Cleve Squash Amy Gaddis Strategic Planning Jamie Daigle Swimming Ron Williams Synchro Tom Wiita Tennis Todd Siegel Triathlon & Running Ben Cornett Volleyball Robert Koury Walking & Hiking Martin Schwartz Yoga Erin Stammer www.theMAC.com

n October, 2,275 members responded to the annual Member Satisfaction Survey. A huge thank you is owed to those who took the time to participate, as this member input is a critical source of information for management and the board.

Henderson One of our key Darcy president success indicators is “overall satisfaction.”

Once again, 95 percent of respondents answered that they are “very” or “somewhat” satisfied with the club. We use that 95 percent figure as more than just a pat on the back; it is a baseline against which all other programs and facilities are measured. What areas rated less than 95 percent satisfaction, and what are we going to do about it? What can we learn from those areas that are surpassing 95 percent satisfaction?

First, the good news. Satisfaction with the Men’s Bar hit a new high of 97 percent this year; only 3 percent of the individuals responding to this question indicated that they were “dissatisfied” or “very dissatisfied” with their Men’s Bar dining experience. That’s incredible! It would be hard to find any restaurant in Portland that is rated so highly by its patrons.

Ratings for MAC’s other dining venues are lower than the Men’s Bar, but trending upward.

Social and educational offerings for adults and families consistently garner high satisfaction ratings, in the 95 to 96 percent range. What can we learn from these successes? My own observation is that our Food and Beverage and Member Events staff are talented, enthusiastic and customer-driven. They listen to members, collaborate well with committees and each other, and are open to new ideas.

Yet there is room for improvement in other areas. Parking received a 63 percent approval rating, down from 70 percent in 2011.

Satisfaction is at 74 percent for “areas of the club for junior use” and has trended downward over the last four years. Club communications received mixed results: Satisfaction with overall club communications is at 92 percent, but the website has fallen from 87 percent in 2012 to 83 percent in 2014, despite the launch of a new website earlier this year. Survey results indicate that The Winged M is consistently members’ No. 1 preferred communications vehicle, followed by email, posters and the website. The club continues to do a good job with printed materials, but needs to devote more resources to digital communications in order to raise the bar to the level that members expect.

Any area of the club that falls significantly short of the baseline of 95 percent satisfaction is not meeting MAC quality standards, and the board has an obligation to actively address these shortfalls. So, what are we doing?

• The committee that oversees MACowned properties has identified a creative solution to the parking problem, using Block 7 (adjacent to the existing garage) in a way that will benefit the club and the neighborhood and will meet Portland’s goals for residential urban growth. We hope that the City Council agrees.

• The board has formed a new committee to advocate for improvements in the way we serve junior members (ages 7-18). The Junior Programs and Facilities Committee will work collaboratively with staff and committees throughout the club. Adult members can indicate their interest in contributing to this effort by submitting a committee interest form.

• Raising the bar in digital communications will require additional investments in technology and staff. The board believes that this is an important investment to make, and we want it make sure we are doing it right.

Staff and the communications committee are working with a media consultant to identify short- and long-term goals and next steps.

Find complete survey results at theMAC.com.

What else is on the horizon? Spurred by the Bingo Challenge, the club’s youngest members have come up with nearly 100 creative suggestions, including: kids yoga … computer room for juniors…s’mores night… disco dance Family Friday…pumpkin carving class… scavenger hunts… archery…party for all MAC teams together…sleepover at Providence Park. Thousands more suggestions were submitted through the member survey, such as: serious Crossfit classes…juice bar…better outdoor pool experience…wheelchair access for the Card Room…hot yoga… wellness center…courtside drink service… motorcycle club…homework area for kids… family yoga… doggie day care. While not all of these ideas can be implemented, many will. Member input is one of the keys to the MAC’s success.

Committee Service The best way to give input: Serve on a committee! The 600-plus member committee system is also a key to the club’s success. Committee interest forms are due at the end of December. If you are reading this in time, you can mix, mingle and learn more about committees and the Board of Trustees at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 2. RSVP to ExecutiveOffice@themac.com. WM December 2014

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General Manager Norman Rich nrich@themac.com Senior Executive Assistant Melania Oppat moppat@themac.com Chief Financial Officer/AGM Tim Arbogast tarbogast@themac.com Executive Assistant Lindsay Joy ljoy@themac.com Security Manager Dennis Wright dwright@themac.com Controller John Foley jfoley@themac.com Purchasing Manager Barry Kaufman bkaufman@themac.com Athletic Director Edward Stoner estoner@themac.com Assistant Athletic Director Pete Greer pgreer@themac.com Aquatics Manager Lisa Virtue lvirtue@themac.com Fitness Manager Darrell Duvauchelle dduvauchelle@themac.com Gymnastics Manager Meg Doxtator mdoxtator@themac.com Junior Sports Manager Dan Baggett dbaggett@themac.com Outdoor Manager Chad Failla cfailla@themac.com Squash Manager Ashley Read kmir@themac.com Tennis Manager Wayne Pickard wpickard@themac.com Communications Director Michole Jensen mjensen@themac.com Communications Manager Tony Roberts troberts@themac.com Facilities Director Elsa Lemoine elemoine@themac.com Maintenance Manager Larry Shoop lshoop@themac.com Housekeeping Manager Tony Arrington tarrington@themac.com Food & Beverage Director Cameron McMurry cmcmurry@themac.com Executive Chef Philippe Boulot pboulot@themac.com Catering Manager Dorcas Popp dpopp@themac.com Human Resources Director Alison Beppler abeppler@themac.com Member Services Director Linda Ornelas lornelas@themac.com Interim Child Care Manager Jennifer Robinett dyntema@themac.com Guest Services Manager Christine Natonek cnatonek@themac.com The -M-porium Manager Tonya Mitchell tmitchell@themac.com Member Events Manager Abby DenUyl adenuyl@themac.com Membership Manager Dave Hanna dhanna@themac.com www.theMAC.com

his month we begin practicing something we began developing nearly two years ago, when our Board of Trustees asked us to better communicate with our membership. Membership and management Norm Rich wanted the same General Manager thing. Through tremendous planning and discussions with members, committees, staff, consultants, management and the board, we decided to invest in an important program called SHINE. It is the acronym defining our service model. It stands for smile and acknowledge, hold the highest standard, individualize interactions, notice and take action, and eliminate obstacles.

SHINE has led us to venture into new and better ways of communicating and serving our membership.

I want to talk about the letter “E,” or eliminating obstacles. We are trying to make it easier (there’s that E again!) for our membership. How? By putting as many services together as possible in one place that members can call or visit. This new location is called At Your Service, the place where we will house and service all member requests.

Our club is big, and currently, you call or wander around the building to accomplish what you need or want. In January, the old Concierge Desk will become At Your Service.

While the entire transformation will take time and more money than we could immediately afford, we decided to move forward with the initiative. While we want our entire club to be as picture perfect as it can be, we ultimately believe service outweighs aesthetics, and we should not wait to create the whole when we can have some of the parts first.

At Your Service will be under the leadership of Abby DenUyl in the Member Events Department. The At Your Service supervisor is someone many of you know, Kevin Pollack. He knows the membership side well and strives to make things better for our members. Kevin supervises a staff of four working at the At Your Service desk seven days a week with extended hours. The department is responsible for most reservations for classes and camps, restaurant and court reservations, and much more. Each call is important, and if staff cannot immediately answer your questions, it is their obligation to return your call as soon as possible.

While Kevin’s staff will try to work magic, they cannot create more parking nor have more tennis courts available when they do not exist.

Parking Solutions I was hoping to announce to the membership that the hard work done by the SB7 Committees had resulted in a permanent parking solution, but I had no such luck by the time the magazine went to press. In December, Portland City Council is scheduled to hear final testimony on a rezoning request for Block 7, located adjacent to the Parking Structure. The zoning change allows us to build 225 parking spaces and overnight suites for our members and their guests, along with 260 apartments for future residents of Goose Hollow by an outside developer, Mill Creek Residential Trust. I will announce our progress next month.

Wellness for the New Year In January, we begin resolution month with all our emphasis on making you fitter, stronger, more agile and well-balanced, giving you the opportunity to work out with your excellent growing group of personal trainers.

Personal training revenue increased by 47 percent from last year. How do we explain this trend? Andy Shoop and his team of personal trainers have taken the department to new heights. While it is not necessary to have a trainer to become fitter, stronger or more agile, they can teach you the best techniques and help you become more disciplined. I highly recommend you talk to Andy to see how he and his staff can help you make a long-lasting lifestyle change.

We also have a discipline we call wellness.

While we have practiced many elements of wellness for a long time, we are adding coordinating responsibilities to Keri Donovan’s job, and expanding her schedule so she can assist you in every way possible. Quite honestly, we could have done a better job of communicating all the wellness activities available at MAC. I want to thank trustees Dr. Doug Dawley and Janice Marquis for helping us recognize what we do well and what we can improve upon. We have a nutritionist, naturopath, massage, foot clinic, and trainers specializing in special needs or differences and more to come in the future.

Lastly, we added softer and heavier towels for your workouts. We had success several years ago when members complained of shrinking towels rather than expanding waistlines, and we upsized the towels. Let’s all pray for no more larger towels! WM December 2014

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is the season… the end of budget season! As we finish fiscal year 2014 (FY14) and the Board approves the 2015 budget this month, I would like to share a few statistical presents with you. MAC Athletics remained the Ed Stoner largest departmental Athletic Director budget in FY14 at $9.6 million, accounting for $102 per month in dues to subsidize our operations. Athletics also had 542 positions that accounted for the equivalent of 82 full-time employees (by hours) to provide all of our athletic programming and services, which, for example, included roughly 225 group exercise classes per week and welcomed nearly 300 youth campers per day this summer. I appreciate our staff’s leadership in providing great service and keeping our programs effective, fun and successful, all while staying within budget.

Speaking of being a leader, MAC often is viewed as a leader within the community. The recent fully subscribed lottery is a testament to that perspective, and our existing member satisfaction of 95 percent in this fall’s annual survey reiterates why prospective members are willing to wait up to three years to get in after having been selected in the lottery.

That being said, it is not just grand facilities or a great instructor or inspiring coach that makes MAC special. It is you. The collective you, through whose participation and engagement make MAC a special place, community and club. That is no easy feat. As one past president recently reminded me, “This is a club, not a facility, and as big as this place is, it could easily become just a facility.” With that thought in mind, consider the following quote from John Quincy Adams as we enter a new year and continue to welcome new members to our club and community: “If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, you are a leader.” I encourage you to be a leader at MAC in 2015, welcoming new members and continuing to build upon our traditions of excellence.

Visit the AD Blog page on theMAC.com throughout the winter for information on our programs, and as always, let me know your thoughts via e-mail (estoner@themac.com) or Twitter (@MAC_AthleticDir). I have enjoyed seeing you around the club this year, and look forward to a great 2015. WM

Club Scoreboard Honoring MAC members for placing first, second or third in state, regional, national or international athletic competitions.

Cross Country OSAA Cross Country Championships, Lane Community College, Eugene, Nov.1 1st, 6A – Ella Donaghu Nike Cross Northwest, Eagle Island Cross Country Course, Boise, Idaho, Nov. 15 1st – Ella Donaghu

The Winged M relies upon individuals and committees to submit event results for the Club Scoreboard. To submit an item: Fill out a Club Scoreboard form providing the athlete’s name, sport, event, date and standing (first, second or third place) and submit the form to Athletic Services. Forms are available in Athletic Services.

PilaTes sPeCialTy WoRkshoPs SkierS and SnowboarderS Core align CirCuit workShop Sundays, Dec. 7, 14, 21 and 28 1-2 p.m. • Pilates Studio Prepare for this season by strengthening your core and key muscle groups with instructor Mandee Pearson. Pilates Personal Training rates apply.

SportS Conditioning workShop Thursdays, Dec. 4, 11 and 18, and Jan. 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29 6:30-7:30 p.m. • Pilates Studio Improve flexibility, increase power, correct muscle imbalances and minimize risk of injury with instructor Tami Sousa. Pilates Personal Training rates apply.

Registration is required. To register, call the Pilates Coordinator at 503-517-7550.

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FACES IN THE CLUB Senior members Dennis Peterson and Bob Holthaus won the third annual National Assocation of Club Athletic Directors Golf Championship at Laurel Valley Golf Club in Ligonier, Pa., in September. The tournament included cumulative scoring over 36 holes, and the pair overcame a five-shot deficit on the second day of play to win the title and the traveling trophy. During their incredible comeback win, Holthaus played three strokes under his handicap and Peterson played one stroke over his to make up the deficit and win by six strokes over the field. The victory also gives MAC the opportunity to host the NACAD Championship Tournament in 2015 or 2016, in conjunction with a local golf course. For more on Peterson and Holthaus’s victory, see page 66.

To submit information for Faces in the Club, contact Communications Manager Tony Roberts at 503-517-7220 or troberts@themac.com.

Scholar Athlete Ella Donaghu capped off a stellar junior cross country campaign with a second consecutive 6A state title and a victory at the prestigious Nike Cross Northwest regional meet in Boise, Idaho, in November. The NXN meet pitted Donaghu against the best runners from a seven-state district that includes Oregon, Washington, Wyoming, Idaho, Montana, Alaska and Hawaii. Donaghu won every race she entered this season, with the exception of the Stanford Cross Country Invitational, where she finished second among an elite field. Donaghu also won the 1,500- and 3,000-meter runs during the track and field season in May.

Scholar athlete Nicole Peterson, a junior at Jesuit, was named Metro League Player of the Year and played a key role in the Crusaders 6A Oregon State Volleyball Championship victory.

The Crusaders dropped the first game before storming back to beat rival Central Catholic 15-25, 25-18, 25-11, 25-15 to capture their fourth state title and second in three seasons.

The team was unbeaten this year, dropping only two sets all year, both to rival Central Catholic.

Peterson led her team with 233 kills during the regular season, and finished with 11 kills and 10 digs in the championship finals. Peterson also plays varsity tennis and volunteers at youth basketball camps.

For the second time in three years, Jesuit senior Elise Krippaehne helped the Crusaders win a 6A volleyball state title.

Krippaehne earned Metro League All Academic and First Team honors in volleyball the past two years, played varsity the past three years and was voted best offensive player by her teammates in 2013, while also playing for the Oregon Junior Volleyball Academy club team. Off the court, she also lettered in track and field at Jesuit and models, with her work appearing in magazines.

Krippaehne plans to study biology or biomedical engineering in college next year before going to dental school and joining her dad’s dental practice.

In her spare time, she likes to paint and go wake boarding.

You can hear intermediate member Spencer Raymond on OPB Radio. He’s been an announcer and newscaster there since 2010.

For the past year, the 20s/30s Committee member has been working to open a new bar, which opens this month: The Civic Taproom and Bottle Shop at 621 S.W. 19th Ave., on the opposite side of Providence Park from MAC. Raymond, who came into the club as a scholar athlete in skiing and water polo 10 years ago, remains an avid skier. He appears on the cover of the Mount Hood Meadows 20142015 trail map, and is head coach of the Lake Oswego High School Ski Team.

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Junior member Lexi York finished third in World Racquetball Championships in Cali, Colombia in October, overcoming a few obstacles along the way. York suffered multiple stress fractures in her legs and had to sit out most of the high school racquetball season. She picked up her racquet just a month before High School Nationals, which she won.

She then trained hard to compete in the National Singles Tournament in California, where she was phenomenal, winning two gold medals and giving the No. 2 Professional Women’s player in the world a run for her money in the U.S.A. Team Qualifier. York, a senior a La Salle, plans to play racquetball in college next year.

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Culinary Food and Beverage Manager Colby Hayden and bartender Roni Pervizi check out the Knob Creek Warehouse in Kentucky where the most recent MAC single-barrel bourbon aged for the past 10 years.

The bottle’s release brings exciting changes to the Brown Bottle Society program that starts this month.

A Trip Through Time on the Bourbon Trail Food and Beverage Manager Colby Hayden and bartender Roni Pervizi mean it when they say their bourbon is hand-selected.

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n July, I got a phone call from my contact at Jim Beam in Kentucky. “Colby, do you want to come to Kentucky to pick a barrel of bourbon for the MAC?” “Yes.” “Great. We will take care of you once you arrive. Just get a flight and you will be set.”

“Perfect.”

And that is how Men’s Bar bartender Roni Pervizi and I got to go to Kentucky to pick a single barrel of Knob Creek bourbon for MAC and explore the bourbon trail. If only everything was that easy.

We flew into Louisville on Saturday, Sept. 13, excited to fulfill a trip that had been on both of our bucket lists for some time. After checking in to the historic Seelbach Hilton Hotel, which was frequented by Al Capone and the inspiration for The Great Gatsby, we turned our attention to whiskey.

Something that I preach to my team is the difference between whiskey and bourbon. You may have heard the saying, “All bourbon is whiskey, but not all whiskey is bourbon.” Think of whiskey

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as a large tree with each branch representing a specific type of whiskey. The most common are Irish, Scottish, Canadian and bourbon. To be called bourbon, a whiskey must be: • Produced in the United States.

• Made from a grain mixture that is at least 51 percent corn • Aged in new charred oak barrels for a minimum of four years • Distilled at no more than 160 proof • Entered into the barrel for aging at no more than 125 proof • Bottled at 80 proof or higher As of 2013, approximately 95 percent of all bourbon is produced in Kentucky. The state has 4.9 million barrels of bourbon that are aging – a number that exceeds the state population. After our trip, there would be one less.

We arrived at the Jim Beam distillery at 8 a.m. on Monday morning, a perfect time to taste Knob Creek right out of the barrel, at 130 to 140 proof. At that point, the alcohol can be a bit overwhelming. After adding a few drops of their local spring water, the bourbon began to open up differently, revealing new and subtle flavors that we previously had not experienced. Roni Continued on page 15

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Prime Rib Buffet Every Saturday in December

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Elaborate Holiday Sparkling Wine Wednesday Brunch Buffet

Enjoy the club’s family Prime Rib and Gingerbread Buffet before or after the Holiday Open House festivities; seatings at 5 p.m. or 7 p.m. on Thursday Dec. 4. The cost is $35 per person; $12 for children ages 5 to 11; free for children ages 4 and younger; plus a 20 percent service charge ($7 adults, $2.40 children).

Reservations are required.

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Be part of MAC tradition with an elaborate Holiday Brunch Buffet in the Grand Ballroom on Sunday, Dec. 14. The cost is $33 per person; $12 for children ages 5 to 11; and free for children ages 4 and younger.

Seatings are at 10:30 a.m., 11 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. A 20 percent service charge ($6.60/adults; $2.40 children) is added to the total.

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Choose from a variety of sparkling wines during the December Wine Wednesday from 5:30-7 p.m. Dec. 10, in the Reading Lounge.

Wines are available for purchase. The cost is $15 for members and $18 for guests. Assorted cheeses and charcuterie included.

Call 503-517-6601 with questions.

he prime rib buffet has a long tradition at MAC. The Men’s Bar favorite is offered the second Saturday of each month, and the fifth when applicable. But in December, it’s offered every Saturday.

The star of the show is slow-roasted prime rib from Double R Ranch, which is tucked away in the Okanagan region of Washington, just a few miles south of the Canadian border. But there is much more than Prime Rib Buff et just prime rib. The $ buffet includes a 32 rotating cast of sides like lemonthyme poached prawns, bourbon-glazed acorn squash, roasted sweet potato and walnut salad, artisanal cheese and charcuterie and more.

The prime rib buffet is $32 and runs from 5-9 p.m. every Saturday in December in the Men’s Bar. WM Every Saturday in December 5-9 p.m. in the Men’s Bar

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Reservations are not accepted.

Restaurant Hours Men’s Bar: Monday-Friday 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. (lunch) and 5-9 p.m. (dinner) Saturday 5-9 p.m.

Portland Brewing Beer Dinner Enjoy brews from one of the pioneers of the craft beer movement during the December Beer Tasting and Pairing Dinner, which features Portland Brewing Co., from 5-9 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 20 in the Sports Pub. Founded in 1986, Portland Brewing Co. still brews its flagship McTarnahan’s Amber Ale, and released a new line of beers in 2013.

Call 503-517-6601 with questions.

Reservations are not accepted.

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Cook with MAC’s Chefs for the Holidays Still looking for some holiday meal ideas? MAC’s culinary team has produced four videos that show you how to cook some of their holiday favorites. Visit theMAC.com/chefs to see the videos, or experience the wonder of technology, and jump right to the videos from this page. It’s easy. Just download the free Layar app from the App Store or Google Play, and scan the photo of the chefs to the left. Each video will appear with its respective chef. Click, watch and enjoy.

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Saturday 11:30 a.m.-10:30 p.m.

Sunday 11 a.m.-4 p.m.

Joe’s: Monday-Friday 6:30 a.m.-9 p.m.; Saturday/Sunday 8 a.m.-7:30 p.m.

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These bottles of Knob Creek bourbon show the effects of bottle aging. The spirit starts clear and slowly gains color.

The bottles show the bourbon after four, eight and 10 years. Below, Food and Beverage Manager Colby Hayden taps the barrel of Knob Creek bourbon that was bottled for MAC. The bottles are available starting Monday, Dec. 1.

Bourbon Trail Continued from page 12 and I eventually agreed on barrel 1278, a complex, full-bodied, multidimensional whiskey aged for nine years and worthy of representing MAC. Satisfied with a job well done, we looked to explore the rest of the bourbon trail…and eat breakfast.

Over the next few days we conducted seven different distillery tours, from the majestic Buffalo Trace distillery where they make Pappy Van Winkle, to Makers Mark, where we both got to hand-dip a bottle in their famous red wax. All the while, Roni and I talked about whiskey and the Brown Bottle Society at the Men’s Bar. Our goal is to always improve and further the program, and sometimes inspiration comes when you are far from home.

Brown Bottle Society Updates Beginning Monday, Dec. 1, two things happen. First, bottles of Knob Creek single barrel bourbon, the one that Roni and I hand-selected, are available in both the Men’s Bar and Sports Pub. If you wish to purchase a bottle, 10th Avenue Liquor Store is selling bottles exclusively to MAC members while supplies last. Please bring proof of membership to purchase.

Second, the Brown Bottle Society Elite

“Too much of anything is bad, but too much good whiskey is barely enough.” –Mark Twain Membership begins. This new program rewards members for venturing into new whiskeys. Once an Elite Member, you receive 10 percent off all whiskey, your name on the Brown Bottle Society plaque and a complementary cocktail and tasting on the first Saturday of every month.

Our trip to Kentucky was one we will always remember. A special thanks to Jim

Beam and MAC for supporting us and helping make it a reality. Roni and I came back inspired and excited to expand the Brown Bottle Society and share amazing whiskeys with MAC members and guests.

Next time you are in the club, swing by the Men’s Bar, say hi to Roni, and explore a new whiskey or specialty cocktail.

Cheers! WM December 2014

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december 2014 cALENDAR OF EVENTS picks of the month

Early Birds Christmas Breakfast

Polar Express Family Fridays

20s/30s Ugly Sweater Soiree

Friday, Dec. 12, 6 p.m.

Main Gym

Thursday, Dec. 18, 6 p.m Reading Lounge

Stop by for food, a fashion show and the crowning of Mr. and Mrs. Early Bird.

No registration required

Quick Register ME519

No registration required.

Friday, Dec. 12, 6:30 a.m.

Grand Ballroom

Monday, Dec. 1

Friday, Dec. 5

Toastmasters Open House with World Champion of Public Speaking, 6:30 a.m.

Early Birds Williams-Sonoma Open House, 5:45 a.m.

Volleyball House League, 6 p.m.

Holiday Decorating, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Winter Class/Camp Registration Opens, 7 a.m.

Holiday Fashion Show, Grand Ballroom, 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Duplicate Bridge, 12:30-3:30 p.m.

Tuesday, Dec. 2 Volleyball House League, 6 p.m.

Discover Your Committee Social, 7 p.m.

Roger Illingworth Holiday Squash Tournament, 4:30 p.m.

McAlpin Award Nominations Due, Member Services, 5 p.m.

Family Friday – Gymnastics, 6 p.m.

Wednesday, Dec. 3 Handball Sudden Death Handicapped Tournament, 4 p.m.

Saturday, Dec. 6

Sparkling Wine Wednesday, Reading Lounge, 5:30-7 p.m.

Women’s Racquetball Wellness Symposium, Racquetball Lounge, 5:30 p.m.

High School Racquetball League Match, noon Brown Bottle Society, Men’s Bar, 5-9 p.m.

December Trunk Show, The -M-porium, 4-8 p.m.

Roger Illingworth Holiday Squash Tournament, 4:30 p.m.

Racquetball Winter Intramurals Draft, 5 p.m.

Prime Rib and Gingerbread Buffet, 26 Founders, 5 p.m. and 7 p.m.

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December Trunk Show, The -M-porium, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Holiday Fashion Show, Grand Ballroom, 11:15 a.m.-1:15 p.m.

Roger Illingworth Holiday Squash Tournament, 9 a.m.

Holiday Open House and Tree Lighting Ceremony, festivities start at 4 p.m.

Wednesday, Dec. 10 MACNet, 7:30-9 a.m.

Tennis End of Year Adult Carnival, 6 p.m.

Roger Illingworth Holiday Squash Tournament, 4:30 p.m.

Thursday, Dec. 4

December Trunk Show, The -M-porium, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. and 5-8 p.m.

Thursday, Dec. 11 Racquetball Winter Intramurals, 4:30 p.m.

Friday, Dec. 12

Prime Rib Buffet, Men’s Bar, 5-9 p.m.

Early Birds Christmas Breakfast, 6:30 a.m.

Sunday, Dec. 7

Family Friday – Polar Express, 6 p.m.

Roger Illingworth Holiday Squash Tournament, 9 a.m.

Saturday, Dec. 13 Irv Alten Handball Holiday Classic, 8 a.m.

Monday, Dec. 8

OASS Synchro Figure Meet, 12:45 p.m.

MAC Toastmasters, 6:30-8 a.m.

Prime Rib Buffet, Men’s Bar, 5-9 p.m.

Tuesday, Dec. 9

Sunday, Dec. 14

Holiday Fashion Show, Grand Ballroom, 11:15 a.m.-1:15 p.m.

Holiday Brunch Buffet, seatings at 10:30 a.m., 11 a.m., 11:30 a.m.

Lincoln High School Water Polo, 6 p.m.

Prime Rib Buffet, Men’s Bar, 5-9 p.m.

Monday, Dec. 15

Sunday, Dec. 21

Duplicate Bridge, 12:30-3:30 p.m.

Lincoln High School Water Polo Game, 6 p.m.

Peacock Lane Run, 6 p.m.

Tuesday, Dec. 16 MAC Toastmasters, 6:30-8 a.m.

Monday, Dec. 22

Volleyball House League, 6 p.m.

Junior Sports Holiday Camp, 9 a.m.

MAC VIP Night, Portland Trail Blazers vs.

San Antonio Spurs, Moda Center, 7 p.m.

Winter Break Dance Camp, 1 p.m.

Wednesday, Dec. 17 Lights and Lobbies Walk and Reception, 6 a.m.

Thursday, Dec. 18 Racquetball Winter Intramurals, 4:30 p.m.

20s/30s Ugly Holiday Sweater Soiree, Reading Lounge, 6 p.m.

Saturday, Dec. 20 Red and White Classic Swim Meet, 50-meter Pool, 9 a.m.

Children’s Holiday Party, Grand Ballroom, 10 a.m.-noon High School Racquetball League Match, noon Portland Brewing Co. Beer Dinner, Men’s Bar, 5-9 p.m.

Holiday Prime Rib Supper Club, Men’s Bar, 5-9 p.m.

Important MAC Phone Numbers

MAC Toastmasters, 6:30-8 a.m.

Climbing Camp, 9 a.m.

View a complete list at theMAC.com

Phone No. Department

Gymnastics Holiday Camp, 2 p.m.

Tuesday, Dec. 23 Registration Opens for Jan. 23 Junior Dance, 8 a.m.

Junior Sports Holiday Camp, 9 a.m.

Climbing Camp, 9 a.m.

Winter Break Dance Camp, 1 p.m.

Gymnastics Holiday Camp, 2 p.m.

Wednesday, Dec. 24 Club Hours: 5 a.m.-6 p.m.

Climbing Camp, 9 a.m.

Thursday, Dec. 25 Club Closed

Saturday, Dec. 27 No Corkage Saturdays, Men’s Bar, 5-9 p.m.

Prime Rib Buffet, Men’s Bar, 6-9 p.m.

Monday, Dec. 29 MAC Toastmasters, 6:30-8 a.m.

Junior Sports Holiday Camp, 9 a.m.

Climbing Camp, 9 a.m.

Duplicate Bridge, 12:30-3:30 p.m.

Winter Break Dance Camp, 1 p.m.

503-517-7500 Aquatics Office 503-517-7525 Athletic Services 503-517-7200 Business Office 503-517-6600 Catering 503-517-7215 Child Care 503-517-7220 Communications 503-517-7235 Concierge Desk 503-517-2315 Executive Office 503-517-7535 Fitness Office 503-517-2350 MAF 503-517-7515 Group Exercise Hotline† 503-517-7560 Gymnastics Office 503-517-7570 Junior Sports Office 503-223-6251 Main Club Line 503-517-7276 Member Services 503-517-7574 Outdoor Department 503-517-7548 Personal Training 503-517-7585 Squash Office 503-517-7592 Tennis Office 503-517-7290 The -M-porium 503-517-2335 The Salon †Phone number is a recording.

Reservations 503-517-7578 Baseball/Lacrosse Cage* 503-517-6629 Men’s Bar 503-517-7599 Handball/Racquetball* 503-517-7264 Massage 503-517-7265 Member Event* 503-517-7584 Squash* 503-517-7590 Tennis* *Available online at theMAC.com

Gymnastics Holiday Camp, 2 p.m.

Tuesday, Dec. 30 Junior Sports Holiday Camp, 9 a.m.

Climbing Camp, 9 a.m.

Winter Break Dance Camp, 1 p.m.

Gymnastics Holiday Camp, 2 p.m.

Club Hours Monday through Friday 5 a.m.-11 p.m.

Saturday and Sunday 6 a.m.-11 p.m.

Wednesday, Dec. 31 Midnight on the Range: Family New Year’s Eve Party, 6-9:30 p.m.

Thursday, Jan. 1 Club Hours: 6 a.m.-9 p.m.

Ring in 2015 at the Family New Year’s Eve Party on Wednesday, Dec. 31.

Information MAC requires passwords for members and guests to join its wireless networks.

The passwords are available at the Concierge, Front Desk, Exercise and Conditioning Center Desk, and online at theMAC.com.

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In Memoriam Aaron John Altman May 20, 1994-Nov. 1, 2014 Intermediate member Aaron John Altman of Portland died suddenly on Nov. 1.

Aaron never hesitated to express his love to his family and many friends. His death has devastated us all but we know he is in God’s hands. Aaron’s death is out of life’s natural order. It should not have happened, but it did happen. God created us to be eternal beings and we believe that in God’s time it was the right time. Aaron is now in his heavenly home where we will one day be reunited with him.

Aaron was born in Portland to Jason and Janet (Doerfler) Altman. He had been enrolled as a sophomore at George Fox University in Newberg.

Along with his family, Aaron’s life was centered in a commitment to Jesus Christ, his Lord and Savior. He was blessed with a wonderfully quirky sense of humor, a zest and appreciation for whatever came his way, and total loving acceptance of everyone he met. Aaron was the heart of his family and a joy to us all.

Aaron weathered some serious setbacks in his young life, including a high school football-related traumatic brain injury. With perseverance and hard work he recovered and attended George Fox University, where he made the dean’s list his freshman year.

Aaron was enthusiastic about everything he did. He shared his passion for Christ in his work as a youth camp counselor at Beaverton Foursquare Church. He expressed his love of fashion while selling men’s clothing at Saks Fifth Avenue. Aaron also loved collecting special-edition Nike shoes.

Aaron is survived by his beloved family, parents Janet and Jason Altman, brother Zachary, and sister Lauren.

He is also survived by his great-grandmothers Frieda Cohen and Bebe Arnold and his grandparents John and Sally Doerfler and Tiger and Susan (Cohen) Branch. All were devoted to Aaron and he loved them enormously.

Aaron leaves a much-loved and close-knit extended family, including uncles and aunts Scott and Jill (Doerfler) Shoen, Mark and Kary (Keist) Doerfler, Robert and Elizabeth (Doerfler) Leighton, Anthony Altman, Joseph Altman and Michael Altman; and beloved cousins Ryan Doerfler, Lexi Doerfler, Taylor Doerfler and Calen Shoen. Aaron was predeceased by his grandfather Ty Altman.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Aaron’s name to Youth Ministries at http:/ www.b4church.org

View Aaron’s online memorial at aaronaltman.forevermissed.com

Carol L. Bluhm Jan. 8, 1962-Sept. 25, 2014 Senior family member Carol Lee (Feltz) Bluhm died Sept. 25, 2014, at age 52.

Carol was active her entire life, even as she battled cancer for more than eight years. Nothing could stop her from doing the things she loved most, which included adventurous travel, holidays with family, trips to Cannon Beach, Black Butte and Eagle Crest, hikes around Oregon, long daily walks in Portland with friends and neighbors, golfing at Columbia Edgewater with her sister, Laura, and the women of Columbia Edgewater Country Club, attending Oregon State University Beavers football games, plus numerous other sports and outdoor activities.

Carol is survived by her husband of 26 years, Jim; children, Paul and Molly; parents, Gene and Betty Feltz; brothers, Dan, Joe and Steve (Kim); sisters, Marianne (Dave) Gunderson, Sharon (Joe) Schlechter, Laura, Maureen (Tom) Cortopassi and Diane (Tim) Slaughter; father-in-law, Wilbur Bluhm; brother-in-law, Bob (Melodee) Bluhm; 24 nieces and nephews; and too-many-to-count friends and relatives.

Carol was born and raised in Portland, and graduated from Holy Family School, La Salle High School and Gonzaga University, summa cum laude. She also studied at the University of Portland in Salzburg, where she made lifelong friendships.

After a couple of years living in St. Louis during her husband’s residency in pediatrics, Carol and Jim returned to Portland where they lived and raised a family. Carol worked for KGW-TV, Price Waterhouse and Consolidated Freightways early in her career, then spent time volunteering at nonprofit organizations and her children’s schools, but her most cherished role was as wife, mother and friend.

When Carol received news of the cancer that would eventually take her life, she simply stepped up her already active pace.

She made sure everyone knew she was in charge of her life without ever saying a word.

She was an inspiration to all who knew her, teaching others how to live and enjoy every moment as though it were the last. From a very young age, Carol was energetic, humble and graceful, yet spirited and competitive, always a leader. She excelled in sports. As a freshman, she made the varsity basketball team as point guard and started every game all four years while becoming team captain and making All-State as a junior and senior.

She later became a very talented golfer as well, including two hole-in-one shots to her

credit. Carol leaves behind an indelible mark on all of us. Remembrances may be made to the Blanchet House of Hospitality or charity of your choice.

Cheryl Cleary Dec. 15, 1937-Oct. 18, 2014 Senior preferred member Cheryl Ann Cleary died Oct. 18, of cancer, at the age of 76.

Cheryl was born Dec. 15, 1937, in Portland, to Thelma Margaret Elia and Carl Emil Elia. She had one sister, Janet Elia. She grew up in the Laurelhurst neighborhood, attended All Saints School, Class of ’52, and graduated from St. Mary’s Academy in 1956.

On Apr. 23, 1960, Cheryl married James Cleary and they had five children. Cheryl and Jim raised their family in the Laurelhurst neighborhood. They were active in the All Saints Parish, and their children attended All Saints School. Cheryl was a homemaker and never missed an opportunity to be involved in her children’s lives. She volunteered much of her time to the schools her children attended.

Whether she was filling in for the school secretary, chaperoning field trips, coordinating concessions for Saturday games at the gym, planning parties, or teaching sacrament preparation classes at the church, she always made her family a priority. She loved being a mom and loved having a home filled with children, both her own and others. Simply put, there was never a dull moment at the Cleary house.

Cheryl lived a very blessed life. She had the privilege of traveling quite extensively both with her family and with Jim, in his retirement. While their travels took them around the world, her favorite place to spend time and make many memories was at their beach house on the Oregon Coast. Whether it was Maui or Manzanita, Cheryl loved the beach.

Cheryl was preceded in death by her father; mother; sister; and son, Kenneth Cleary, who died one year ago. A loving wife, mother and grandmother, Cheryl is survived by her loving husband of 54 years, Jim Cleary; children, Tom Cleary (Jill), Karen Vu (Luke), Carlene Turpen (Mitch) and Patricia Reeves (John); daughter-in-law, Lisa Cleary; and grandchildren, Patrick and Sean Cleary, Keara, Dillon, Lucie and Ella Vu, Emilie and Jack Turpen, Jacob, Nathan, Alex and Molly Reeves, and Michael and Matthew Cleary. Cheryl was a very passionate person with a deep love for her family, friends and cats. She will be greatly missed.

In lieu of flowers, please make contributions to Providence St. Vincent Medical Foundation, 9205 S.W. Barnes Road, Portland, OR 97225.

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ADMINISTRATIVE In Memoriam Continued from page 19

Neil Farnham April 3, 1917 - Sept. 17, 2014 Neil Farnham, our amazing father, grandfather, husband, uncle, architect, multisport athlete, dynamiter, firefighter, safari grill aficionado, Charleston expert, lifeguard, sailing enthusiast, SCUBA diver, matchmaker, leader, raconteur, and ageless friend to all he knew, has sailed away peacefully beyond the horizon with a steady breeze at his back and a luminous sparkle in his wake.

A lifelong Oregonian, Neil was born in Bend to Ross Farnham, Deschutes County district attorney, and Frances (Smith), a schoolteacher. He radiated an exuberant joie de vivre from an early age as he thrived in the often harsh and naturally striking terrain of Central Oregon, which nurtured his soul through frequent family camping trips, Boy Scout outings, and stints with the Forest Service and local lumber mills. He attended Bend public schools and graduated from Reed College and the University of Oregon, where he pursued studies in engineering and architecture.

After college, he served as a draftsman for the Bonneville Power Administration and later joined the engineering branch of the U.S.

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Army as a captain, where he was deployed as an instructor and an aviation rescue crash boat skipper plying the waters of the Pacific World War II Theater.

Following the war, he moved to Portland and married and started a family with Mary (Siemer) who grew an invigorating career as a prominent Northwest artist. Briefly, he reprised his Army role commanding the #434 Engineer Construction Battalion during the Korean War, but the call of civilian life proved irresistible.

By this time, architecture had become his primary calling, and after a stint with architects Glenn Stanton and Hollis Johnson, he entered private practice. Over the ensuing 50 years, he created custom residential and commercial designs that were greatly informed by his understanding of nature, naturally lit open spaces imbued with practical functionality in envelopes with a modern aesthetic that integrated deftly into their surroundings.

His body of work included structures located throughout the Pacific Northwest, ranging from dormitories and educational buildings at Reed College to a multitude of private residences and a Timberline lodge addition.

His last project was a simple, airy glass-walled residence neatly arranged on a canyon rim in Redmond that afforded sweeping dynamic

views of the Cascades and served as his family retirement home.

An emeritus member of the American Institute of Architects at the time of his death, he was honored to serve as the president and as a long-term board member of its Portland chapter. His passion for the outdoors and his intrepid athleticism, energy and resilience impelled him into many physical pursuits.

Neil skied until the age of 95, sailed on the Columbia River and out in the Pacific (once shipwrecked in Baja, but trekked out of danger), biked several Cycle Oregon tours where he was often the oldest participant, swam, played volleyball and handball, and ran masters level track and field.

His exploits yielded numerous lauds and kudos from his peers for his prowess and performance. His iconic smile was a beacon of kindness and confidence that warmed even pessimists and diehard naysayers. His endearing manner, encyclopedic recall and modest principled lifestyle ensured numerous enduring personal friendships, professional alliances, and stimulating conversations on a wide range of topics. He enjoyed giving generously of his time and providing financial support to needy charities. Moreover, he cherished a long affiliation with the Multnomah Athletic Club, where he guided

ADMINISTRATIVE many club committees, was designated Mr. Early Bird and honored with the President’s Award. It was there that he also met and married his second wife, Ev-Marie. Her special love and nurturing energy surely sustained and enriched the last three decades of his life.

Together, they celebrated a healthy and active lifestyle both at home and on the road with frequent travel to exciting and sometimes exotic domestic and international destinations with friends and family.

Neil is survived by an extended family including his beloved wife, Ev-Marie; daughter, Gwen; sons, Evan (Jorjan), Will (Julie) and Hugh, all of Portland and Thomas (Lorena) of Los Angeles; stepchildren, Shadya (Steve) of San Francisco and Victor (Kim) of Portland; grandchildren, Tanner, Henry, Alex, Joel, Natalie, Maya, Neil, Adam, Ethan, Noah and Sophie; sister, Janet Miedl of California; nieces, Mary Lou, Suki, Kathy and Connie; and nephews, Paul and Mark.

In lieu of flowers, donations are encouraged to Friends of Timberline, Friends of the Gorge or a charity of the donor’s choice.

Foster Davis “Dave” Finch Dec. 8, 1925-Oct. 15, 2014 Senior family member Foster “Dave” Davis Finch died Oct, 15, 2014, due to cardiac arrest. He was 88.

Dave was born Dec. 8, 1925, in Raleigh, N.C., to Margaret Harris Finch and Foster Davis Finch and grew up in nearby Zebulon, N.C. He attended Virginia Polytechnic Institute until joining the U.S. Army Air Corps near the end of World War II. After his service, he graduated from the University of North Carolina in Chapel Hill, where he was a member of Phi Delta Theta Fraternity.

He also attended UNC School of Law. While in Chapel Hill, he met Virginia “Giny” Polk from Atlanta. Married in 1952, they enjoyed 62 years together with their family of children and dogs. Dave began his career with Merrill Lynch in 1953 in Raleigh. After children Molly, Foster and Meg were born, the family moved to Orlando, Fla., where Dave was manager of the Merrill Lynch office.

After 11 years in the Sunshine State, the family moved to Portland, where Dave became manager of the Portland Merrill Lynch office until he retired in 1994. Dave and Giny found their true home in Portland.

Waverley Country Club became Dave’s home away from home as he continued to enjoy his lifelong love of golf, and, in later years, his mastery of cribbage. Second to Portland was Dave’s love of Gearhart and the golf course at Astoria Country Club. If Continued on page 22

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not on the golf course, Dave could be found reading, especially historical biographies, or keeping track of his many favorite sports teams.

For 15 years, Dave and Giny spent winter months in Indian Wells, Calif., where golf continued as an important part of Dave’s life.

As a member of Eldorado Country Club, Dave served as president and supervised the completion of a major remodel of the clubhouse. He also enjoyed time spent at The Arlington Club and MAC. Other interests of Dave’s included the well-being of Trinity Episcopal Cathedral, where he served as chairman of the Endowment Committee.

Dave is survived by his wife, Giny; children, Molly Jones (Mac), Foster, and Meg Bishop (Charles); and grandsons, Andrew and Peter Jones, and Charles, Sam and George Bishop. He also leaves behind his very special dog, Abby.

Remembrances may be made to Trinity Episcopal Cathedral Endowment Fund or a charity of your choice.

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May 7, 1925-Sept. 23, 2014 Senior preferred member Marsha Bates Livingstone died peacefully Sept. 23, in Portland. She was 89.

She was born May 7, 1925, to Marcile Carlock and Donald Graves Bates. She attended Riverdale, Catlin Gabel and Stanford University.

She was married to Dr. Ernest Tucker Livingstone, her childhood sweetheart, in 1947. She raised four children in her home in Northwest Portland where she resided for 60 years. She gave her time to several organizations and charities including the Perry Center, Portland Garden Club, Junior League and Japanese Garden, and edited and authored Particular Parties, a cookbook to benefit the Oregon Medical Association.

She was a regent at Kenmore Plantation in Fredericksburg, Va. For many years she was a director of the Oregon Transfer Company in Portland.

She died of natural causes at home in bed. She was predeceased by her husband, Ernest Tucker Livingstone; and son, Ernest Tucker Livingstone Jr. She is survived by her children, Joan Elizabeth, Donald Bates and Sarah Beck Livingstone; and grandchildren, Cali Piper, Louis Everett Ernest, Emily Elizabeth Marcile Livingstone and Nora May Spaulding.

Remembrances may be made to Catlin Gabel School or Friends of the Columbia River Gorge. WM

ADMINISTRATIVE Diversity Admissions

Bring a Friend to Diversity Event The Diversity Admissions Committee invites members to bring potential candidates to a reception at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 3.

Committee members are on hand at the event to discuss the program with prospective sponsors and their guests.

To qualify for the Diversity Admissions Program, candidates must be a person of color who is active in the community. Those who meet the criteria are invited to apply for membership by the Board of Trustees. Attendees can learn more about the process, ask questions, and enjoy complimentary refreshments and hors d’oeuvres.

There is no cost to attend, but members must register themselves and their guests in advance. Contact Membership at 503-517-7280 or membership@themac.com with questions.

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Senior Family

Lee Belknap Hank Swigert and Marilyn Koch Carol Bluhm Walter and Gloria Sweek Cheryl Cleary Ann Blume Bud Lewis Mitch and Jean Cleary Howard and Fran Hermanson

Jerry and Constance Mason. Jerry is an investment real estate broker at Westland Apartment Investors LLC. Constance is retired.

Matt and Anne Curtis. Matt is business director at Nike. Anne is CEO/Digital Commerce at Elli.

Mitchell Drake Tom and Linda Goldsmith Joan and Fred Horstkotte Jeffery L. Lamy Art and Irene Johnson Joe Loprinzi Sandi Hart Bud Lewis Randy and Lynn Norris Richard Lucey Howard and Fran Hermanson Fay Sasser Randy and Lynn Norris

Birthday Tribute Phyllis Nielsen Ann Blume WM

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ADMINISTRATIVE

Think Holiday Decorating only takes a few days? Think again. The Holiday Decorating Committee plans for months to transform the club each holiday season. Get more information at the Committee Interest Cultivation Event this month.

Make Your Voice Heard, Join a MAC Commitee Fill out a committee interest form by the end of the year to join the committee system

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AC is driven by its active committee system, and joining a committee is one of the best ways to get involved with the club. From budget issues to family-friendly parties, committees have a hand in virtually everything that happens at the club.

MAC’s committee system is made up of nine standing (major) committees, eight event committees and 25 sport committees. MAC’s committee system is open to young, old, new and lifelong members. Adult resident members may apply for any committee except the Junior Events Committee; only junior members may apply for that committee.

Courtesy and athletic members may serve on committees but not as chair.

Committee members work side-by-side with professional staff and member/coaches to plan and carry out policies and programs.

The leadership, expertise and camaraderie shared by committees create a unique community spirit.

Members must commit the time and energy necessary to be a responsible committee member. Some committees look for members with specific qualifications or prior committee experience. Members do not need a reference to serve on a committee.

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Standing committees Standing committees are defined by the club bylaws and report directly to the Board of Trustees. Event committees report to the Member Events Committee, and sport committees report to the Athletic Committee.

Committees work in partnership with staff.

A new standing committee created this year is the Junior Programs and Facilities Committee.

Standing committees include: The Athletic Committee recommends, establishes and monitors policies, procedures and programs for athletic activities and services to club members.

The Member Events Committee recommends, establishes and monitors policies, procedures and programs for social activities and service to club members.

The Budget and Finance Committee recommends, establishes and monitors financial policies, procedures, programs, budgets and investments. The club treasurer chairs the committee.

The Diversity Admissions Committee seeks to increase the racial diversity of Multnomah Athletic Club membership to better reflect the community in which we live.

The House Committee is responsible for recommending, establishing, monitoring

and enforcing rules of conduct, which support the club mission, values and policies.

The Membership Committee recommends, establishes and monitors policies and procedures for membership in the club, and reviews applicants for membership.

The Property Committee recommends, establishes and monitors policies, procedures and capital budgets concerning the construction, improvement, maintenance and replacement of the Club’s physical assets.

The Strategic Planning Committee recommends and monitors the Club’s strategic plan.

Getting involved • Submit a Committee Interest Form (at the information wall or at www.theMAC.com) to the Executive Office by the Wednesday, Dec. 31 deadline.

• Talk to committee members about their involvement and responsibilities.

• Attend a committee-sponsored event.

• Offer to work on an event planned by a committee.

• Inquire about attending a committee meeting. Sport and event committees often welcome guests.

• Appointments to major committees generally require prior service on a sport or event committee.

ADMINISTRATIVE

Join the Board of Trustees and committee chairs and learn more about serving on a committee at an informal dessert social at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 2. RSVP to ExecutiveOffice@themac.com.

Sport committees include: Basketball, Cycling, Dance/Group Exercise, Decathlon, Early Birds, Exercise and Conditioning, Golf, Gymnastics, Handball, Karate, Member Coaches, MerryMacs, Outdoor Activities, Pilates, Polar Bears, Racquetball, Ski, Squash, Swimming, Synchronized Swimming, Tennis, Triathlon and Running, Volleyball, Walking and Hiking, and Yoga.

New Major Committee

Event committees

The Board created the Junior Programs and Facilities Committee to establish a formal, organized group of members who advocate for programs and facilities that better serve the club’s junior population (ages 7-18), exclusive of athletic, event, and service activities. While an inaugural slate of members has been appointed, the club is seeking additional adult members to serve on the committee who have a passion for improving programs and facilities for our junior and teen populations.

Event committees, also known as activity committees, represent the voice of members in MAC social activities. Through committee meetings and other input, these committees communicate to staff and the Member Events Committee the needs and desires of participating membership. In addition, the committees communicate club policies and promote social activities to participants.

The event committees plan certain activities, provide volunteer help or event preparation, and provide event ideas and volunteers to prepare for and assist at events. A Member Events Committee liaison attends meetings to serve as the communications link between the Board of Trustees and the event committees.

The eight event committees are: 20s/30s, Balladeers, Culture and Style, Family Events, Holiday Decorating, Junior Events, MelloMacs and Social Activities.

Discover Committees During December Event

Sport committees Sport committees represent the voice of members in MAC athletic and sport activities. Through committee meetings and other input, these committees communicate to staff and the Athletic Committee the needs and desires of participating membership. In addition, the committees communicate club policies and promote athletic activities to participants. All sport committees report to the Athletic Committee, a major committee of the Board of Trustees.

The sport committees plan certain activities, provide volunteer help or event preparation, provide event ideas and volunteers to prepare for and assist at events.

Contacts For sport committee information, contact Athletic Services at 503-517-7525 or athleticservices@themac.com. For event committee information, contact Member Services at 503517-7276 or memberevents@themac.com. For standing committee information, contact the Executive Office at 503-517-2317 or executiveoffice@themac.com. For more information on individual committees, see the Committee page online at theMAC.com. WM

The Gymnastics Committee plays a key role in planning and setup for the MAC Open, which attracts thousands of athletes and fans from across the globe. december 2014

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V i s i t O re g o n H u m a n e . o r g t o f i n d yo u r s .

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ADMINISTRATIVE House

• When in tennis attire, members must avoid other social areas, such as the Reading Lounge, Ballroom, Centennial Lounge, Men’s Bar, MACtinis, Game Room and catering spaces.

• Members are expected to respectfully comply when addressed by staff responsible for enforcing the dress code.

The House Committee invites member feedback on this dress code issue during the pilot program. In June, the House Committee will review feedback from members and staff to determine if this will be added to the Club Rules.

Dress Code Changes Start in December The Board of Trustees approved a sixmonth pilot program to allow tennis attire in the Sports Pub. The pilot runs from Monday, Dec. 1, 2014, through Friday, May 31, 2015, to test the following dress code changes.

Sports Pub Clean tennis skirts/shorts mid-thigh length or longer are allowed; members must use center or east stairwells to access the pub through Cornerstone Lounge. Members in tennis attire may not enter or exit through the Main Lobby, but instead must use the Athletic or fourth floor entrances.

The success of this pilot program depends upon the cooperation of the tennis community.

• Tennis shorts and skirts must be mid-thigh length or longer. If shorter in length, members and guests will be asked change or wear warm-ups.

• Sweaty tennis attire will not be allowed.

Members must shower and change, if needed.

• Those in tennis attire may not enter or exit through the Main Entrance and Main

Leggings

Leggings and knee-length athletic pants are now allowed in social areas.

Lobby, but instead use Athletic or fourth floor entrances.

• Tennis attire is not permitted in the Center Elevator. The center or east stairwells may be used to access the Sports Pub.

The board also approved a House Committee recommendation to allow leggings and active-wear pants in social areas.

These have become part of normal street fashion and are no longer strictly athletic attire. Many women favor leggings and long or knee-length athletic pants as comfortable and casual clothing. Bare midriffs, bike shorts, short-shorts and cutoffs are never allowed in social areas. This change is effective immediately.

Questions about the dress code may be directed to the manager on duty or guest services manager. For the most current Club Rules and revisions visit theMAC.com. WM

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ADMINISTRATIVE Executive Office

At Your Service is Coming Soon At Your Service launches in January as a single point of contact for information, club services and reservations/registration assistance. It is located in the current Concierge Desk area and open seven days a week to serve members and guests.

If funds are approved by the Board of Trustees, a remodel of the space may begin in early December.

During construction, services are offered in the Main Lobby. Most concierge services can be provided at this temporary location; however there are some limitations.

Will call is limited to envelopes and small packages no larger than a paperback book.

Members should make alternate plans for exchanging packages and holiday gifts because storage space is no longer available. Will call was never intended as a storage service for large items such as oversize backpacks, strollers, luggage, golf bags, cartons and musical instruments. Unfortunately, these can no longer be held in At Your Service.

More information is made available as the project progresses and the details are firmed up. For questions or suggestions related to At Your Service, contact CFO/AGM Tim Arbogast at tarbogast@themac.com or Member Events Manager Abby DenUyl at adenuyl@themac.com.

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The Bike Cage on first floor of the garage is a convenient resource for members. The Bike Cage is designed to be used for onsite visits only. The club has used an honor system in granting day use of the Bike Cage in the past, but many users continue to leave their bikes for an extended period of time.

In an effort to better track the owners of bicycles, users will need to register their bicycle effective Sunday, Feb. 1. After completing the proper registration, the user receives a parking tag and a new key for the gate lock. A parking tag and a new key can be obtained from the At Your Service Desk on the first floor of the club starting in January. Bicycle registration is required whether using the bike cage or other bike racks located around the club. WM december 2014

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Holiday events in December include activities to burn off extra holiday calories and excess energy for childen on break from school.

The annual holiday events guide showcases the club events with many options for spending time with family and friends through the holiday season. It also offers some great gift ideas to finish your shopping list.

Roger Illingworth Squash Holiday Tournaments Wednesday, Dec. 3-Sunday, Dec. 7 Tournament begins at 4 p.m on weekdays and 9 a.m. on Saturday. Visit the Squash page at theMAC.com and look for emails on this new holiday singles and doubles tournament.

Holiday Open House

The Holiday Open House kicks off with the Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony with the winner of last years contest.

The Giving Tree Tuesday, Dec. 2-Wednesday, Dec. 17 Main Lobby For many years, MAC members’ generosity has meant a Christmas gift for thousands of children who otherwise might not receive anything. Starting Tuesday, Dec. 2, select a tag and return a gift no later than Wednesday, Dec. 17. The gifts are childspecific, so members are sharing both in the spirit of the season and in a special child’s delight.

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Thursday, Dec. 4, 4-8 p.m.

No registration required.

Don’t miss one of the most magical evenings of the year at MAC. Kick the holidays off with the Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony, and spend the evening at the club getting in the holiday spirit. Festivities are ongoing from 4-8 p.m. Enjoy sleigh rides with Santa in the Turnaround from 4-8 p.m. and Indoor tree lighting at 6:15 p.m. Activities include gingerbread house decorating (registraion required), caroling, shopping at The -M-Porium, cookies and eggnog, a hand-bell choir, holiday balloon artist, and musical entertainment from the Balladeers, MelloMacs, Dickens Carolers and more. With lots of lights, great music and fellow members, this is a can’tmiss holiday event!

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Holiday

Fashion Show Tuesday, Dec. 9 and Wednesday, Dec. 10, Grand Ballroom All three shows are sold out.

The Holiday Fashion Show exclusively features the shops at Bridgeport Village. Following each show, enjoy a boutique experience in the Reading Lounge. All of the fashion vendors and their lines from the runway show are on display. Member and their guests also get to experience the beauty bar

by Bluemercury.

For both luncheons, doors open and a social begins at 11:15 a.m., lunch is served at 11:45 a.m., and the show begins at 12:15 p.m. For the evening show, doors open and social begins at 6:30 p.m., dinner is served at 7 p.m., and the show begins at 7:30 p.m.

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Gingerbread House Decorating Thursday, Dec. 4, Grand Ballroom Quick Register CE101 (4:30 p.m.)

Quick Register CE102 (6:30 p.m.)

Families may decorate pre-constructed gingerbread houses at 4:30 or 6:30 p.m. and enjoy musical entertainment throughout the evening. Reservations required for gingerbread making, and kits are $22 each until Sunday, Nov. 30. After that, prices increase by $5 per kit.

meandering miles. End the evening with an optional stop at Fifteenth Avenue Hophouse at 15th and NE Brazee.

Early Birds Christmas Breakfast Friday, Dec. 12, Grand Ballroom, 6:30 a.m.

No registration required The Early Birds gather in the Grand Ballroom for this annual event, which includes a delicious breakfast, holiday music sung by the MAC Balladeers, and the recognition of Mr. and Ms. Early Bird.

Wear pajamas, drink hot cocoa, throw snowballs and take a picture with Santa Claus at the Polar Express Family Fridays in December.

Polar Express Family Fridays

Prime Rib and Gingerbread Buffet Want something Thursday, Dec. 4, Ainsworth/Lownsdale fun for the whole Quick Register FB445 FA14 family? Sign up Enjoy the club’s family Prime Rib and to decorate a Gingerbread Buffet before or after the gingerbread house Holiday Open House festivities. Seating times at 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. The cost is during the Holiday $35 for adults; $12 for children ages 12 and younger; free for children age Open House.

4 and younger; plus a 20 percent service charge ($7 adults, $2.40 children).

Reservations are required. Questions? Call 503-517-6601.

Irvington Walk Thursday, Dec. 11, 4:30 p.m.

No registration required.

Take an evening holiday lights walk through the historic Irvington neighborhood with Walking and Hiking Member Coach Laura Foster. Meet on the front steps of Irvington Elementary School at 4:30 p.m. (on NE Brazee Street just west of 14th Avenue). Walk about four

Friday, Dec. 12, 6-8:30 p.m.

No registration required At this special holiday-themed Family Fridays, families can watch a Christmasthemed movie, decorate holiday ornaments, and have their picture taken with Santa Claus. Children can also participate in a snowball fight; drink hot cocoa or climb the Indoor Rock Wall. All children are encouraged to come dressed in their pajamas or favorite holiday attire. Family Fridays are always free to MAC members and their families. Guests are also welcome; the fee is $14 per person.

Come join in the fun!

Irv Alten Holiday Handball Classic Saturday, Dec. 13, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Quick Register HB1213 This annual event welcomes handball players from across the Northwest and California. Players gather for this annual exchange for challenge, food, and fun. All levels are welcome.

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There is no fee to participate, but registration ensures adequate refreshments for everyone. For more information or to register, call 503-517-7539.

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Continued from page 33 11 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. The cost is $33 for adults; $12 for children ages 5 to 11; free for children age 4 and younger; plus a 20 percent service charge ($6.60 adults, $2.40 children). Questions? Call 503-517-6601.

Lights and Lobbies Walk Wednesday, Dec. 17, Turnaround, 6 a.m.

Quick Register WH127 WN14 Set the alarm, and take an early morning stroll during the annual Lights & Lobbies Walk through downtown Portland; view the decorations and light displays of local hotels and businesses. Leave the Turnaround at 6 a.m. and follow a three-mile circuitous route that passes quickly through some of the best displays in the city. Return to MAC for coffee and fresh cinnamon rolls from 7:30-8:30 a.m., compliments of the Walking and Hiking committee.

Thursday, Dec. 18, Reading Lounge, 6 p.m., Quick Register ME519 Mix and mingle with other 20s/30s as we celebrate the season with festive traditions and holiday treats. Join us in the Reading Lounge on the evening of Thursday, Dec. 18. Relax by the fireplace while enjoying a little spiked eggnog, or bundle up and step out onto the Stadium Terrace where you can keep warm by the heaters and sip a hot toddy. Wear your funkiest holiday sweater and be eligible to win a prize. Light hors d’oeuvres are served with a no-host bar available.

Children’s Holiday Party – Jingle Bell Rock Saturday, Dec. 20, Grand Ballroom, 10 a.m.-noon, Quick Register ME441 The Children’s Holiday Party is from 10 a.m.-noon on Saturday, Dec. 20 in the Grand Ballroom. Don’t miss out on this annual tradition. Santa is on site for professional pictures for an additional price.

Create crafts, sing with the MelloMacs

The 20s/30s group celebrates the season with holiday treats at the Ugly Holiday Sweater Soirée. and play holiday games to celebrate the season. Socialize with fellow MAC families and enjoy a morning full of activities.

This event is complimentary for members. No guests. Please register all attendees.

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Climbing Camps Monday, Dec. 22; Tuesday, Dec. 23; Wednesday, Dec. 24, Monday, Dec. 29; Tuesday, Dec. 30; and Friday, Jan. 2 Quick Register OA060-OA065 Climbing camps are great for juniors of all skill levels. Class time is from 9 a.m.4 p.m. daily, register at theMAC.com.

Junior Sports Camps Monday, Dec. 22, Tuesday, Dec. 23, Monday, Dec. 29, and Tuesday, Dec. 30 Quick Register JS260-JS264 Enjoy inflatables, gym games, swimming and all of your favorite activities from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. daily. To register visit theMAC.com.

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Winter Break Dance Camps Monday, Dec. 22 and Tuesday, Dec. 23, Studio Three, 1-4:30 p.m., Quick Register DN914 WN14 Monday, Dec. 29 and Tuesday, Dec. 30, Studio Three, 1-4:30 p.m., Quick Register DN915 WN15 Advanced MAC Company dancers, supervised by MAC Dance staff, lead classes in jazz, ballet, tap, and hip hop for children ages 6 and older, culminating in a brief in-studio performance. All abilities are welcome. Each camp features new material, so students are encouraged to register for both weeks. The cost is $45 for members and $54 for guests.

Sing, create and play at the Children’s Holiday Party.

Gymnastics Holiday Camp Monday, Dec. 22, Tuesday Dec. 23 and Friday, Dec 26, 2-4 p.m.

Quick Register GYH01 WN14 Monday, Dec. 29, Tuesday, Dec. 30 and Friday, Jan 2, 2-4 p.m.

Quick Register GYH02 WN14 Gymnastics holds a three-day holiday camp, the cost is $54 for members and $60 for their guests.

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Murphy-Ferguson Run and Bike Ride Wednesday, Dec. 24, Turnaround, 6:15 a.m., Register at theMAC.com.

Join us on Christmas Eve morning as we run or ride your bike in support of kids in need in the Portland area. The 40th Annual Ferguson-Murphy Run and Bike Ride begins at the MAC Turnaround. The $25 registration fee includes a T-shirt and continental breakfast after the event.

’Tis the season to make a difference Help endangered species, like the polar bear, thrive for future generations. Give a Wildlife Partners gift package and join with the Oregon Zoo in helping protect vulnerable species near and far.

All Wildlife Partners receive a personalized certificate and animal fact sheet. Your gift will support local and global conservation efforts. Learn more about levels of support and packages available today: 503-220-2493 or oregonzoo.org/wildlife-partners

Enjoy games, crafts and activities at the Family New Year’s Eve Party.

Midnight on the Range: Family New Year’s Eve Party Wednesday, Dec. 31, Grand Ballroom, 6 p.m., Quick Register ME590 Wanted: cowboys and cowgirls! This year’s Family New Year’s Eve party is gonna’ be a little more casual, a little more rowdy, and a whole lot more Western!

Break out the boots and jeans and get ready to ring in 2015 with some square dancing and a family-friendly DJ who takes requests – and not just for country!

A family-friendly buffet begins at 6 p.m.

Enjoy Western games, crafts and activities geared toward children ages 3-10. And what New Year’s Eve party would be complete without a live feed of the midnight ball drop, and a champagne and sparkling cider toast?

The cost is $48 for adults and $25 for children ages 4 to 10; guests are $58 and $30. Children ages 3 and younger are free.

A no-host bar is available.

Due to the popularity of this event, 26 Founders is reserved for overflow seating.

Register early to sit in the Grand Ballroom.

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MACorps recently helped restore a Goose Hollow home that had fallen into disrepair. During the summer of 2013, two dozen members worked with volunteers from the nonprofit Rebuilding Together to restore a century-old home on Clay Street. They pressure washed, caulked, painted, trimmed bushes, weeded, cleaned and helped to install a new awning.

MAC’s Helping Hands

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exterity is a topic common to the Yoga and Pilates studios at our club. But to the Grand Ballroom?

“People say the 2014 New Year’s Party looked great,” Julie Branford says. “It took a lot of work.” Mainly, she means, for her hands.

Branford, another MACorps volunteer and Member Events specialist Mandy Beasley spent countless hours inflating nearly 1,000 balloons – and tying them off and stringing them up – to help hundreds of club members ring in 2014 in style and inflatable color.

“I tied off the ends of all those balloons until my hands had open and bleeding blisters,” Branford recalls, only somewhat fondly.

“At least three times as many volunteers would have been good,” says Branford, a club member for about 40 years and onetime chair of the Holiday Decorating Committee. “The offerings here are extensive, and we need to support those,” she says.

Branford has been an active participant in MACorps, the club’s volunteer program, since its inception four years ago. Hundreds of members have signed up to be involved in this volunteer group, but the corps’ core usually is limited to about 30 of the same eager faces doing good inside – and outside – the club. Their time has gone into activities as disparate, and greatly needed and appreciated, as cleaning up the Goose Hollow neighborhood to timing athletes’ laps at swim meets.

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“The offerings socially and athletically at MAC are wonderful, and it’s not possible to have sufficient staff for them all,” Branford says. “If we’re going to have terrific events, both social and athletic, it’s incumbent on all of us to pitch in so that they can be enjoyed.

And then others will help when we’re participating in an event.”

Well, that’s the idea anyway.

In 2010, the Ad Hoc Community Board Charge Committee presented a memorandum to the club’s board, supporting the creation of a volunteer corps to connect members clubwide, whether trustees, teen athletes, regular Men’s Bar diners, Family Fridays parents, yoga enthusiasts, or perennial committee members.

Abby DenUyl, MAC’s member events manager, says this recommendation “was in line with several of the strategies for member engagement in the club’s 2009 to 2019 Strategic Plan.” Active club member Julie Vigeland is credited with envisioning MACorps and getting it off the ground.

DenUyl continues, “Specifically, it facilitates member participation and builds community through volunteerism,” and, to perhaps sweeten the pot and the pitch, “this group would not be a committee, but rather a virtual community that is called upon to help MAC committees.”

In other words, members can volunteer when they can, when they want, and for activities that interest them or that they want to explore, rather than being beholden to specific time slots or meetings.

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MACorps Marks MLK Day with Service Event Join MACorps volunteers for the fifth annual Goose Hollow Neighborhood Cleanup on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Monday, Jan. 19.

This is a wonderful opportunity for families to volunteer together. Students have the day off school, and many businesses offer time off for employees to do community service. Need more incentive? Middle and high school students can receive credit toward their school’s community service requirements. A host of club members wearing bright red MACorps vests during the cleanup also creates visibility for the volunteer group and goodwill for MAC. Volunteers meet in the Turnaround at 9 a.m. for assignments. In partnership with SOLV, volunteers are provided with maps, MACorps vests, litterbags, garbage pickup tools, and protective gloves. After fanning out in the Goose Hollow neighborhood to collect litter, volunteers return to MAC to debrief, relax and get better acquainted over coffee, hot chocolate and refreshments. The actual cleanup takes about 90 minutes.

To become a part of MACorps, sign up for the MACorps email group at theMAC.com.

Members receive periodic emails about volunteer opportunities.

One of MACorps most successful efforts is its annual Goose Hollow Neighborhood Cleanup on Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Rain or shine, in mid-January, corps’ volunteers don their red vests and, wielding trash grabbers and plastic bags, canvass Goose Hollow to rid its streets of refuse.

To register for the cleanup project, call 503517-7265, or visit theMAC.com.

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Volunteering is not just for adults. From left, Kerry Horton, Katie Hinner, Sophia Howe, Maya Brown and Nick Nelson help with MAC’s Easter Egg Hunt at Providence Park. They’re part of a growing number of young volunteers helping at the club.

MAC’s Helping Hands Continued from page 40 Jan Jackson, a club member for 39 years, served as a MACorps volunteer during the American Red Cross’ recent blood drive. She helped register blood donors in a shift convenient to her schedule.

“You can always find a time that works for you,” Jackson says.

A retired Oregonian copy editor and designer, Jackson says MACorps is convenient for all-comers, whatever your age or stage of life, and particularly for those desiring to connect to fellow members and learn about everything MAC offers.

For example, last year at one of Jackson’s many MACorps gigs, she checked in people who attended a basketball game to benefit the club’s charitable arm, the Multnomah Athletic Foundation or MAF. “I had no idea it existed before,” she says.

She believes MACorps is important because, commensurate with the club’s mission statement, it helps foster friendships and supports civic engagement.

“It’s really a self-serving thing,” Jackson says. “A lot of people love the club. It’s a familiar place and community, and you like to give back to it. There’s also a lot in it for the volunteers,” she says, like activities for the entire family and the fact that volunteer time counts toward teens’ community-service hours.

MACorps’ own mission extends beyond club property; one of its most successful efforts is its annual Good Hollow Neighborhood Cleanup on Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Rain or freeze, in mid-January the corps’ volunteers don red MACorps vests and, wielding trash grabbers and plastic bags, canvas Goose Hollow to rid its streets of refuse.

“The neighborhood cleanup certainly demonstrates civic engagement when neighbors thank us as we do our work,” says Ronald Neiger, a former trustee and long-time MACorps volunteer.

He continues, “High school kids on the crew have a lot of fun engaging with each other as they actually see what is being cleaned up around Lincoln High School.”

Neiger says he hears the teens saying, “We sure spend a lot of time picking up small pieces of wrappers and bottle caps.”

Having fun? While tossing others’ trash? The volunteers report time and again how engaging – and, yes, fun – their work is,

regardless of the project they’ve committed to, even if only for a few hours.

That work might include facilitating the World Handball Championships, planning the Children’s Easter Egg Scramble, taking down and disassembling party decor, posting wins and losses to a communal board during athletic events, collecting member surveys, and much more.

In fact, the Communities Committee, which oversees MACorps, is seeking more volunteer-job ideas in an effort to involve a greater number of members and do more good in and around the club, says Branford, the champion balloon-inflator.

Neiger agrees that more folks need to get involved in MACorps.

“I believe most members are not answering the call to volunteer because our membership generally lead active and engaged lives,” says Neiger, a MACorps volunteer for four years. “There is little spare time to devote to an organization they pay dues to belong to, and when they find time to enter the club’s doors, they’re there to exercise.”

But, Neiger says, more people should prioritize MACorps involvement.

“The benefit I get from volunteering is the fun I have with fellow member volunteers. Also, I never have the sense that it’s an obligation or that I am personally needed. I am free to volunteer as I want, with no guilt.”

So, look up MACorps and give it some of your much-appreciated time. It’s either that, or you may have to deal with the strong-arm (though successful) tactics of trustee and volunteer David DeBlasio.

“We can keep pounding, and then some more folks will come.

It’s the best way to drag them in,” says DeBlasio, a lawyer with Harrington, Anderson & DeBlasio.

“That’s the way I’ve done it; I’ve dragged them in,” he says.

If he keeps that up, the corps will have to put out a call for volunteer First Responders.

Instead, let’s stick to making the club’s already top-drawer social and athletic events even better. Come on out and give MACorps a try.

To don the red vest, contact Abby DenUyl, MAC member events manager, at (503) 517-7269, adenuyl@themac.com, or visit theMAC.com. WM December 2014

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Ice Age Assumptions Turned Upside-Down Learn how ancient Oregonians really got here, see how Portlanders are getting drinking water to African villages, and get heart-health tips

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he Listen and Learn lecture series features speakers each month on a variety of topics. Lectures cost $5 for members and $7 for guests, and require advance registration.

Ice Age People of the Americas and Oregon’s Ancient History Friday, Jan. 16, 9-10:30 a.m.

Most of us were taught that humans migrated into the Americas at the very end of the last Ice Age, or approximately 11,000 to 10,000 years ago. The Bering Land Bridge was their single entry point. The story continues that people

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traveled down an ice-free corridor, dispersed throughout North and then South America, and that they came on foot.

As it turns out, however, none of this is accurate. In fact, archaeological evidence tells a very different story. Numerous sites that are far older than the end of the Ice Age are now well documented. These sites exist enormous distances from either the land bridge or the proposed corridor, with some of the oldest sites being in South America and on the East Coast of North America.

Who were these ancient people?

Where did they come from, what types of environments did they encounter, and what do we know about Oregon’s ancient people? Presented by Dr. Alison Stenger, Director of Research with the Institute for Archaeological Studies.

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Poverty Reduction in Rwanda: A Portland Team’s Efforts Thursday, Jan. 29, 6:30-8 p.m.

Nearly a billion people in the world lack access to safe drinking water, 2 billion have inadequate sanitation facilities, and 3 billion use biomass for their daily energy needs. Combined, these resource limitations are the leading causes of death, and economic and political insecurity.

Exacerbating these problems are the international effects of climate change, expected to significantly impact developing countries by changing water and energy quality and availability. Fortunately, efforts are being made right here in Portland to help this global crisis.

The SWEETLab™ at Portland State University develops and implements technologies for the support of life in remote environments. The SWEETLab™ team,

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Lost in the Supermarket?

Healthy Grocery Girl Can Help

In Rwanda and other African countries, some people have to trek miles and wait in line for a small ration of fresh water. A team of scientists from Portland State University is working to change that. including Director Dr. Evan Thomas, recently returned from implementing a 600,000-person water treatment and cookstove program in Rwanda, partnering with 900 community health workers and leveraging 500 sensors built at Portland State. Thomas discusses these efforts in this lecture.

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Heart Health: What you Need to Know Wednesday, Feb. 11, 6:30-8 p.m.

In honor of Heart Health month, and in conjunction with the new Wellness Committee at MAC, the club is offering some light heart-healthy snacks for a special no cost Listen and Learn. This lecture features four local heart specialists who discuss important news and considerations in the treatment of heart disease and gives members the opportunity to get their questions answered.

Part 1: Women and Heart Disease: Myths and Reality with Dr. Sandra Lewis, a cardiologist at NW Cardiovascular Institute who speaks on “Planned Grandparenthood.”

Part 2: Evolving Strategies in the Management of Atrial Fibrillation with Ashkan Babaie, electrophysiologist at Providence Heart Clinic Part 3: Trans Catheter Valve Therapies with Saurabh Gupta, interventional

cardiologist and director of cardiac catheterization labs at OHSU, who discusses new, less-invasive approaches to dealing with valvular heart disease.

Part 4: If You Had a Heart, Tin Man, What Oil Might Be in Your Can? with MAC Trustee Douglas Dawley, interventional cardiologist at NW Cardiovascular Institute, discusses the health benefits of olive oil and the Mediterranean diet.

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A Scientific Detective Story about Climate Change: Not Just the Usual Suspects Thursday, Feb. 26, 9-10:30 a.m.

Climate has changed throughout Earth’s history, but never before has a single species been identified as a major factor in those changes. What evidence supports scientists’ claims that humans are warming the planet?

In a brief tour including physics, isotopic chemistry, and statistics, this presentation also explores what changes have been documented in our region. Presented by Philip Mote, Director of the Oregon Climate Change Research Institute and Professor in the College of Earth, Ocean, and Atmospheric Sciences at Oregon State University.

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Confused about the ever-changing buzzwords on grocery boxes? Fretting over family meals during a road trip?

Befuddled by confusing labels?

Dissecting the world of the supermarket is not an easy task.

Just in time for the new year, Megan Roosevelt, registered dietitian and founder of HealthyGroceryGirl.com, shares tips on how to shop in a way that is healthy, quick, realistic and affordable. In this onehour Supermarket Success workshop from 7-8 p.m.

Tuesday, Jan. 20, learn how to read nutrition labels and ingredient lists, common ingredients to avoid and why, the definition of key grocery terms, and hear tips for shopping healthy and affordably. Participants leave this workshop with skills to make healthy choices wherever they go, including grocery stores, airports and convenience markets.

Megan Roosevelt is a plant-based licensed dietitian as well as the founder and CEO of healthygrocerygirl.com. She is an author, Web TV host, producer and regular nutrition expert for magazines, as well as local and national television.

Cost to attend is $10 for members and $12 for guests.

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Club Scrapbook 1. Masters swimmers, from left, Jessica Stacy, Kelsey Bowen, Scott Sullivan, Mark Bowen and Eric Wan celebrate the grand opening of the renovated 50-meter Pool.

2. Kim Foren of Geranium Lake Flowers, left, showed members how to set and style a classy holiday table at the Tablescapes Culture and Style luncheon. From left are Foren, Judith Arnell, Sharon Murphey, Leslie Nevius and Sheri Anderson.

3. From left, Beatrice, Alice and Jasper Sergeant enjoy candy apples at the fourth annual Kiyokawa Apple Tasting.

4. Patrick Wheary gets his blood drawn from Gracie Andrews of the Red Cross at the annual Civil War Blood Drive. MAC surpassed its goal on both days of the drive and collected a total of 123 units.

Supporters of the Oregon Ducks won the friendly competition with 62 units, beating the Oregon State Beavers supporters and the unaffiliated.

5. Daniel Bogue of New York City’s Mastoloni Pearls, spoke to members about the history, types, and cultivation of pearls at the Culture and Style luncheon, The Power of Pearls. From left are Stacy Dyer, Jan Stuermer, Judith Arnell, Francis Diniz, Bogue, Leslie Nevius and Cindy Stabel.

6. John and Patti Shmilenko were the first to complete a MAC Bingo sheet by participating in a variety of club activities and programs. Their full sheets increased their chances of winning a prize at MAC Bingo Night, which paid off with a St. Louis getaway.

7. From left, Audrey, Laura, Darin and Henry Linnman enjoy family fun at Bingo Night.

8. Northwest artist Michael Brophy gives a presentation on his work at an artist’s reception. At left is Deborah Chassar and at right is Chair of the Arts Subcommittee Mary O’Connor.

9. MAF Executive Director Lisa Bendt, Bud Lewis and Pete Greer celebrate the 100th anniversary of the birth of Joe Loprinzi at the MAF-sponsored Spirit of Joe event.

10. U.S. Outdoor Store Manager Todd Sexton discusses equipment with Christopher and Hayden Peabody during OAP’s 11th annual Ski Movie Night.

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Activities 20s/30s

Clubwide Business Clothing Drive A new year is nearly here, and with it comes resolutions both large and small. One of the most wonderful things about the holiday season at the MAC is the pervasive spirit of generosity witnessed throughout the club.

It is important to carry that goodwill into the new year, and that is exactly what the 20s/30s committee has decided to do by spearheading a business-appropriate clothing drive benefiting Dress for Success and Best Foot Forward.

The group is excited to continue its philanthropic efforts as it focuses on the committee’s self-assigned goal to promote and attend events or drives for local non-profits.

Dress for Success and Best Food Forward collect business attire and help individuals get back into the work force by eliminating the obstacle of finding proper interview and work attire.

All club members are encouraged to clean out their closets and bring both women’s and men’s business clothing and shoes to the club in February. The goal of Dress for Success is for each woman to leave with a complete outfit to help her feel confident

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jeans, T-shirts, athletic shoes, jewelry and eveningwear.

Starting Monday, Feb. 2 members may drop off donations at the At Your Service center. The hours of At Your Service are from 7 a.m.-7 p.m., Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

Saturday, and from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday. Both organizations offer a tax write-off.

Please help the 20s/30s Committee to make this a successful clubwide clothing drive.

This is a third party event, generously planned and hosted by supporters of Dress for Success Oregon and Best Foot Forward. The 20s/30s Committee also encourages its peers to get involved. Members in their 20s and 30s are invited to volunteer for various shifts, helping to organize or deliver donations. For questions or to volunteer, please contact Nicole Greider at 503-517-7270.

Balladeers

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Continued from page 48 including a couple of numbers to be sung in conjunction with the MelloMacs.

“I’ve also introduced a new song, The Twelve Days After Christmas, and we’re having a lot of fun with it. I think everyone will enjoy it,” said Tuomi, who has been busy preparing the Balladeers for their second holiday season under his direction.

Tuomi said that when he first arrived, “everyone said they wanted to tackle some new music, so we’ve been working on a number of new pieces over the last couple of years.”

Book Groups

Morning Readers Pick Their Faves The Morning Book Club meeting on Thursday, Dec. 11, is a time for readers to present and share a favorite book. The group reviews those selections to develop its reading list for 2015. Everyone is welcome to come and suggest a selection, or more, for future reads.

–Rea Janes

Registration begins at 8 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 23 and must be made online unless Internet is inaccessible. Members are able to reserve only one ticket during the first two weeks of registration. All reservations must be made under the junior’s name or member number.

Junior members make a new reservation for a guest pass after the two-week, member-only registration period ends. If guest passes are available, junior members may register for one guest pass beginning at 8 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 6. Register online or call as close to 8 a.m. as possible, as guest passes sell out quickly.

The Junior Dance dress code, safety, and dancing rules, as stated in the Junior Dance Agreement and Release of Liability, are strictly enforced. Junior members must have their MAC ID with them to enter the dance. For safety purposes, staff must be able to identify junior members and access their account numbers if needed. The cost is $13 for members and $15 for guests.

Additional Junior Dances take place Friday, March 6, and Friday, May 1.

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The Christmas season is a busy time for the Balladeers, who are adding new songs to their repertoire under second-year director Scott Tuomi.

Indeed, new music has been coming fast and furious, agreed Balladeers Committee Chairman Jay Maxwell.

“I think we wanted some new challenges.

We loved the music we knew, but we were ready for some new songs. And boy, has Scott delivered,” Maxwell said.

Just this year, Tuomi has the group working on I Have Had Singing (a short piece which showcases the group’s four-part harmony), The Pirate King (Gilbert and Sullivan) and Hallelujah. Those come on top of last year’s additions of Song for the Mira, Lydia The Tattooed Lady, and Swing Down Chariot.

“The men are sounding great. We’ve come a long way in just over a year,” Tuomi said.

Male members interested in contributing to a moving musical experience should drop in on a Balladeers rehearsal at 7:15 p.m. Thursdays in the third-floor Activities Classroom. Call

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Evening Readers Take a Holiday in December December is a month to enjoy the holiday season with loved ones and friends; take time to remember the true spirit of the season and come back refreshed and ready for 2015 with the Evening Literary Readers Group at MAC. Everyone is welcome to attend. The group does not meet in December but resumes on at 7 p.m Tuesday, Jan. 27. with The Bully Pulpit

by Doris Kearns Goodwin.

–Martha Godfrey Dixon

Juniors

Dance Registration Opens in December Kick off the new year with friends during the first dance of 2015 from 7-10 p.m., Friday, Jan. 23.

Members and their guests are invited to practice networking skills and meet other MAC professionals at MACNet, the club’s business networking group at 7:30 a.m.

Wednesday, Dec. 10. MACNet meets the second Wednesday of each month in an informal format over continental breakfast.

A moderator keeps the discussion moving and the focus on the entire group.

Each attendee provides an introduction, a brief elevator speech, and distributes business cards. Members enjoy discussions about current trends, work issues and marketing.

Formal conversation ends at 9 a.m., but many stay afterward to continue networking.

The fee is $15 for members and $17 for guests. For more information, contact Dave Hanna in Member Services at 503-517-7281 or visit theMAC.com.

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Recognize a Great Junior Member The Member Events Committee seeks nominations for outstanding juniors and teens for the Al Tauscher Junior and Teen Recognition Award. The award recognizes Continued on page 52

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Activities Tauscher Continued from page 50 positive behavior among the teen and junior members of Multnomah Athletic Club, with an emphasis placed on overall participation in their school and community rather than singular excellence.

Candidates must maintain a 3.0 gradepoint average for juniors and 3.5 for teens, and must participate in MAC social and athletic activities. Junior candidates must be enrolled in grades six through eight; teen candidates must be enrolled in grades nine through 12.

This is a great opportunity to give positive reinforcement to the accomplishments of MAC’s outstanding younger members.

Candidates selected as the recipients of this award attend a recognition dinner with their immediate family and receive a signed certificate and letter of recommendation from the MAC president. Anyone who knows of worthy candidates for this award should encourage them to apply. The deadline for nomination form submission is Friday, Feb.13. Members may get a nomination form on theMAC.com or in the Member Services Office. For more information, call 503-517-7265.

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Ask any MelloMac – December is the favorite show month. All club members are invited to help get the holidays going at the annual Holiday Open House! This event brings the whole club, plus the MelloMacs and the Balladeers together again for songs and carols of the season at 6:15 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 4.

The group’s most heartwarming and heart-wrenching show is always reserved for the Fort Vancouver Veterans Domiciliary.

Even though the acoustics are terrible, the audience numbers less than two dozen, and the drive is a nightmare even on a clear night; here, the group sings as if with one heart.

This is the MelloMacs’ 54th consecutive performance for these battle-ravaged heroes.

Then, Santa and his minions join the MelloMacs on Saturday, Dec. 20, for the MAC Children’s Holiday Party. Elves, reindeer, singing, dancing, crafts, games and, best of all, Santa, are in attendance.

The MelloMacs wish each and all a very joyous holiday season, and a safe and prosperous new year.

The MelloMacs will meet at 7 p.m.

Mondays again in 2015, beginning on Jan. 12, in the third floor Activities Classroom.

Join in; it’s worth the risk.

–Leon Drennan

Activities

Get in the sing-along spirit. This year, the MelloMacs and friends take on Annie in January.

Social Activities

Sing Along to the Sounds of Annie Last year, during the Grease Sing-along, the Balladeers drove a car around the Grand Ballroom, the MelloMacs strutted around with foil on their heads, and members of the Social Activities Committee showed how Sandra Dee they could be. This event not only combines three great committees, but creates a unique sense of community among the entire 200-plus-member audience as they participate actively with bags full of favors and props, and sing along as the lyrics skip across the screen. In short, the Sing-along is becoming one of many members’ favorite club events, full of surprises, club spirit and fun.

This year, adults who are kids at heart and families with children ages 7 and up are invited to participate in another fun rendition.

This time, it’s a hard-knock life and Annie is the selection on Friday, Jan. 30. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the movie begins at 7 p.m.

Participants are encouraged to eat dinner beforehand at Family Friday, Sports Pub or Men’s Bar. Early 1930s attire or character dress is welcome! The cost to attend is $7 for members and $9 for non-member guests and includes popcorn and a favor bag. A no-host bar is available. Register online at theMAC.com or call 503-517-7265.

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Activities Theater Continued from page 53 transportation is included for all shows and departs MAC 30 minutes before the performance.

The next show with available tickets is Cinderella at 1 p.m., Sunday, Feb. 22.

Upcoming shows also include Guys and Dolls in March, I Love Lucy in April, Phantom of the Opera in May, and Wicked in August. Visit theMAC.com to register, or call Member Events at 503-517-7265.

Trail blazers

Score Great Seats with MAC VIP Nights

Score great seats at special pricing to four Trail Blazers games this year with MAC VIP game nights. Along with tickets to the game, a select number of children have the opportunity to high-five players on their way to the court or join the team on the court for the national anthem. These pregame experiences are limited and are available to the first families with children who email Trail Blazers representative Greg Bauman after purchasing their tickets at greg.bauman@trailblazers.com.

Tickets for the Thunder game range in price from $81 to $150; tickets to the other three games are available for $30 to $125.

• San Antonio Spurs, Monday, Dec. 15 (Courtside Kids) • Washington Wizards, Saturday, Jan. 24 • Oklahoma City Thunder, Friday, Feb. 27 • Houston Rockets, Wednesday, March 11 (Anthem Buddies)

Courtside Kids Experience The first 20 kids ages 14 and under can high-five the Trail Blazers players as they enter the court for warm-ups. Requires arrival 30 minutes before game time.

Anthem Buddies Experience The first 12 kids stand on the court next to a Trail Blazers player during the performance of the national anthem. Requires arrival 15 minutes before game time.

How to order To avoid transaction fees and to take advantage of MAC group pricing, reservations and payments are made directly to the Portland Trail Blazers. Order online at trailblazers.com/macvip; password MACVIP. For more information, contact Greg Bauman, MAC’s Trail Blazers group sales representative at greg.bauman@trailblazers.com or 503-963-3947 for a reservation. WM

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Extraordinary Journey

by Tony Roberts photos by Adam Wickham

Immigration attorney Irma Valdez was a rising star in Washington, D.C. Now she spends half her days working for free, and she couldn’t be happier.

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here are many paths a person may have traveled before seeking immigration advice in attorney Irma Valdez’s downtown Portland office. But they can take comfort knowing that Valdez’s path may have been just as circuitous as their own.

Valdez, an immigration attorney and tireless advocate for the Latino community, took the long road from her birthplace in the Michoacán region of Mexico to Portland. Her route took her through the migrant camps and strawberry fields of southern California, the ghettos of Chicago, into Ivy League classrooms, and around the high-powered halls of the Department of Justice. Today, she donates 50 percent of her time at work on a pro bono basis.

Last month, the Oregon Latino Agenda for Action awarded her with the prestigious Gloria Wiggins Award for her service.

Not that you’d know it from talking to her.

Valdez doesn’t dwell on her accomplishments. She can’t, she’s too busy. In addition to handling her own clients, she takes pro bono cases for Catholic Charities, Immigration Counseling Services and the Mexican Consulate, gives presentations at local schools, founded the nonprofit Latino Home Initiative, and served seven years as a Portland Planning Commission, spearheading the effort to rename 39th Avenue in honor of Latino labor leader Cesar Chavez.

Sit down with Valdez for even a few minutes, and you can start to trace her past. Sure, she’s got the compassion of someone whose parents worked their way up from picking strawberries in the California sun, but she’s also got the smarts and sharp wit someone needs to thrive in the nation’s capital, and

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if she starts talking about home, you might catch just a little bit of a Chicago accent.

Valdez possesses a unique blend of strength and compassion, according to fellow Portland immigration attorney Eileen Sterlock.

“She is the kind of person who just gets things done. She’s straightforward and honest with people, but she will go out of her way to make sure that she’s taking care of people; she’s kind of a mom to everyone,” Sterlock says. “She’s the kind of person who stands up for herself and stands up for her clients. …

She doesn’t take any crap from anyone.”

Humble beginnings Valdez moved to California when she was 3. She and her sisters spoke no English, which, in the early years, wasn’t such a bad thing. It made it hard to understand the insults teachers at the camp hurled at the Mexican students. For Valdez’s parents, the rough conditions were a far cry from the comfortable life they lived on a ranch in one of Mexico’s premier fruit-growing regions. But crossing the border wasn’t about being comfortable – it was about building a better future for their children.

“Even if you come from Mexico or any part of Latin America, and you have academic status there, you have any kind of wealth, things are drastically different when you arrive in the United States. We arrived in the strawberry fields. The jobs that they could get were in the migrant camps,” Valdez says.

“They had three little girls, and my mom realized that for her three girls to really have the ability to be successful academically, and have a future, they really had to come to the U.S.” Continued on page 58

Portland immigration attorney Irma Valdez recently was awarded with the Gloria Wiggins Award for her community service and advocacy in Portland’s Latino community.

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Valdez Continued from page 56 Unfortunately, those strawberry fields didn’t always offer the opportunity immigrants hoped for. Children often wound up working alongside their parents, and with no schooling and limited interactions with English speakers, many of them struggled to learn the language. That led the Valdez family to Chicago, where they moved into the Pilsen neighborhood when Irma was 9.

It was a rough area. Valdez and her classmates passed through metal detectors at Benito Juarez High School, and rival gangs fought along her block. But Valdez’s dad found work, and her mom marched Irma and her sisters to the public library. Metal detector or not, there were greater opportunities for education.

A lasting impression While law school at Loyola University was still more than a decade away, Valdez discovered her calling during her early years in the Windy City. Her father worked in a manufacturing plant that made parts for Harley-Davidson, and had spent several weeks complaining that the machine he worked on was near failure.

His supervisors ignored him, and when the machine finally failed, it took three of his fingers with it. He missed nearly six months of work while recuperating.

Every attorney turned him away except one, a white lawyer in downtown Chicago.

“He had a huge library, and I was intoxicated by the books. I remember he was wearing shoes I’d never seen before, and I remember thinking, ‘He looks different than anyone I’ve ever seen,’” says Valdez, who joined her father as an interpreter.

The experience left a lasting impression.

“He got a $20,000 settlement, and didn’t charge my dad, not even the flat fee. He didn’t charge him anything,” Valdez says.

“He gave him all the money, and that’s what my parents used for the downpayment on their house. It made such a lasting impression on me. I was 15, but I told everyone after that, ‘I’m going to be a lawyer.’”

It was an incident a few years later, however, that pushed Valdez toward immigration law and social justice issues. During her freshman year at Brown, she applied to become a U.S. citizen. Up to this point, she was a legal permanent resident. While she passed the exam and became a citizen, the test didn’t go as planned.

“The interviewer for immigration asked me questions that were not on the list, and you can’t do that. There’s a reason that people study,” she says. “It was always in

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Valdez with husband and business partner Steve Yarosh. Valdez gave up a highpowered career in Washington D.C. to practice immigration law in Portland. the back of my mind that it was so unfair.

I wondered, ‘How many immigration officers do this to people on a regular basis who don’t pass?’ You just paid all this money, studied, and then your heart sinks.

Then you leave, and nobody believes that they asked questions that they just came up with that day.”

Valdez and her classmates passed through metal detectors at Benito Juarez High School, and rival gangs fought along her block.

Now Valdez helps people who find themselves on the wrong end of that type of injustice.

“She’s courageous. Irma will not stand silent in the face of injustice,” says her husband and business partner, Steve Yarosh.

“She will speak out where others remain silent.”

Path to Portland Valdez’s journey to Portland took a detour through Washington D.C., where she worked on high-profile cases like the Chandra Levy murder while a junior assistant U.S. attorney. She says she thrived in the intense environment, but she and Yarosh, who also is her business partner, tired of the “D.C. grind.”

They wound up in Portland, where Valdez gravitated toward immigration law, or, as her parents called it, being “useful.”

“When we moved to Portland, my parents asked, ‘When are you going to do something useful? When are you going to help your cousin who wants to be a U.S. citizen?’” Valdez says. “To them, that was the American dream; helping your cousins, helping other people take that path.”

Of course, Valdez’s work goes beyond helping a few family members. One recent case included gaining asylum for a Guatamalan woman who had been raped and who had a child from the crime; another involved finding a home for an unaccompanied minor.

“I thrive in that type of environment,” she says, “those cases where people really, really need you.”

Those cases can certainly be emotional, but Valdez says her MAC membership helps her to decompress and leave work at the office.

“You’re going to laugh, but that’s why I love the MAC,” Valdez says. “Going to the club is such a great release. We really get involved with activities.”

More involved with each passing year, it seems. Valdez already has served on the Diversity Admissions Committee, and next year, chairs the new Junior Programs and Facilities Committee. Seems like she just can’t stop working for free.

Valdez’s story is part of an occasional series profiling inspirational MAC members.

Know an inspirational member? Contact communications manager Tony Roberts at troberts@themac.com. WM

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Each of us can make a difference. Each of us has the power to improve the welfare and happiness of others.

The Multnomah Athletic Foundation believes that youth sports opportunities teach life skills and builds character to carry students into the future, as well as prosper in our community. And every child deserves the chance to participate. We awarded $50,000 in grants to organizations rooted in positive participation opportunities, like Bike First!, Girls on the Run and College Possible, as well as $73,500 to 35 students. This kind of impact wouldn’t be possible without your support.

Give a child the experience of achievement through athletics. Get involved as a volunteer, coach or tutor. See what we’re up to at www.MultnomahAthleticFoundation.com or call us at 503.517.2350.

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Trainer Brian Karsten works with client Mike Collins on the Exercise and Conditioning Ledge.

Personal training

Personal Trainers are Ready to Help Members Achieve a Healthy Lifestyle Selecting a personal trainer M

AC’s personal trainers have the experience and creativity to help members meet their specific training and fitness goals.

Trainers’ areas of expertise cover all different types of workouts – TRX, kettlebells, nutritional management, injury prevention and rehab, speed and quickness, golf fitness, sport specific training, cross training, yoga, boxing and more. All trainers are certified in CPR/First Aid

Take a look at the personal trainers on the next page, or find extended bios for each of them on the Personal Training page of theMAC.com. MAC Personal Training Coordinator Andy Shupp offers a free sit-down consultation to help with your selection of a trainer. Contact Shupp at 503-517-7548 or email GetFit@themac. com to get started.

Fit through the holiday season

Nutritional Services

There is no doubt about it; with distractions like parties, shopping, work outings and travel during the holiday season, schedules fall out of whack. MAC personal trainers have the winning formula to help manage members’ fitness and nutrition programs through the busy holiday season. It starts with healthy choices and good decisions on nutrition and exercise. Set up a session with a MAC personal trainer to get a head start on 2015 fitness resolutions.

MAC’s personal trainers can customize a program that fits any member’s individual needs.

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MAC Personal Training Department offers nutritional consultations from registered dietitian Tysen Christensen. Christensen offers in-depth nutritional counseling and explains how nutrition impacts your health, wellness and athletic performance. Shwe provides individualized nutritional recommendations, counseling, and instruction based on your health history, activity level and personal objectives. Help improve your overall health with diet choices that fit your lifestyle. WM

A thletics Personal Trainers MAC’s personal trainers offer physical training for almost all identifiable requests, from sports-specific training to most post-rehabilitation requirements.

For more information, contact Personal Training Coordinator Andy Shupp at ashupp@ themac.com or 503-517-7548.

Read more on MAC’s personal training staff at theMAC.com.

Lisa Bergstrom joined MAC in 2005.

She has been in the health and fitness industry since 1999.

Lisa is an ACEcertified personal trainer and group fitness instructor, and she is a certified yoga instructor.

Rates for Personal Training in 2015 Thank you for using MAC’s personal training program this year. With your participation, personal training at MAC continues to thrive into its 25th year, providing members with one of the finest personal training programs in the Northwest.

Monty Button joined MAC in 2002. He has a bachelor’s degree from Portland State University. He is a certified strength and conditioning specialist through the National Strength and Conditioning Association.

Nathan Coldham joined MAC in 2013.

A certified personal trainer, he specializes in weight loss management, strength development, kettlebell conditioning, and high intensity interval training.

Dylan Ferrell joined MAC in 2011. He is a certified personal trainer through the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM). Dylan specializes in sport specific training, weight loss management and general fitness.

Chris Cain joined MAC in 2001. He has bachelor’s degrees in finance and general management from Portland State University, where he was a two-time college football GTE Academic All-American.

Barbara “Babs” Dalbey-McKee joined MAC in 1991.

She has a bachelor’s degree in Business from the University of Arizona. She has 24 years of experience in the fitness industry, the last 10 focused on Pilates.

Brian Karsten joined MAC in 2010, starting with an internship in the club’s Human Performance Lab. He has an Exercise and Sport Science degree from Oregon State University, and also has experience coahing track and field.

We believe affordable personal training should be part of your extended club benefits. We strive to offer members the highest quality personal training at lower-than-market prices. We routinely conduct market surveys and are proud to continue to provide you with excellent personal training at a lower rate than other private clubs and corporate fitness facilities in our metropolitan area.

The 2015 personal training rates, which have been approved by the Budget and Finance Committee and the Board of Trustees, have undergone a standard, yearly increase to help us stay competitive as an employer, offset cost-of-living inflation, and retain our staff of exceptional personal trainers. Listed below are the new rates, which take effect Thursday, Jan. 1, 2015. The 55-minute rate for one person has gone up $2, all other rates have gone up $1 or remain the same. All prices are per person.

55 minutes • One person, $64 • Two people, $45 • Three people, $40 • Four people, $35 • Five people, $32 • Six or more, $30

25 minutes • One person, $44 • Two people, $35 If you have any questions or comments about the personal training program, contact the personal training coordinator Andy Shupp at 503-517-7548.

Josh Bjornstad returned to MAC this year. He has a bachelor’s degree from Portland State University. He is a certified strength and conditioning specialist, and is also certified in TRX and Cross Fit I.

Tysen Christensen joined MAC in 2013. She is a is a Registered Dietitian and a certified personal trainer through the American Council on Exercise, and holds multiple degrees from Oregon State University.

Michelle Ego joined MAC in 1995. She has a bachelor’s degree in Exercise Sport Science from Oregon State University and is a certified strength and conditioning specialist with 19 years of experience.

Derek Kirkland joined MAC in 2010.

He played collegiate baseball while earning a bachelor’s degree in Health and Fitness Management from Concordia University, and specializes in sport-specific strength training.

On behalf of the personal trainers and the Athletic Department staff, we thank you for your patronage in the past and we look forward to serving you in the future.

–Andy Shupp Personal Training Coordinator

December 2014

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Tony Louie joined MAC in 2004. He studied exercise science and has been in the fitness industry for over 10 years. He is an ACE-certified personal trainer that specializes in strength training and proper weight loss.

Heather McKee joined MAC in 2013.

She specializes in strength training, weight loss and sport specific training, and emphasizes correct form by engaging the core to support the lower back with all exercises programs.

Nancy Petit joined MAC in 2002. She attended Portland Community College’s Fitness Technology Program. Petit is ACE-certified. Her specialties include general conditioning, nutrition and breast cancer post-rehab.

Irvyn Segal joined MAC in 1995. He has a bachelor’s degree in Fitness Management and a master’s degree in Exercise Physiology.

He has more than 20 years experience in the exercise and fitness industries.

Molly Sparkman is committed to helping people achieve their fitness goals through establishing healthy habits. It was this core belief that led to her co-founding MAC Fit, a 12-week health improvement course offered at MAC.

Nick Trubachik joined MAC in 2012.

He was an AllAmerican Decathlete in college. He specializes in strength and conditioning for sports, injury prevention and rehabilitaion, and running for mechanics.

Create Better Balance to Avoid Falls, Boost Performance The past few months we have discussed how cardiorespiratory fitness, muscle fitness and flexibility contribute to becoming fit.

This month we focus on balance.

Consider these statistics: One in three adults over age 65 fall at least once a year. Twenty percent of people 75 and older require medical treatment due to falls. Over 50 percent of those hospitalized from a fall die within one year due to secondary complications. However, this does not mean that balance exercises should be limited to just the aging population. Balance training is essential to almost all sports and physical activities. It also plays an integral part of injury rehabilitation.

Definition: A state of bodily equilibrium or an equal distribution of weight.

Benefits: Avoid falls, improve coordination and posture, enhance athletic performance, increase self-confidence and increase quality of life.

How balance works: Several systems work together to achieve good balance. Your brain continually receives information from your inner ears, eyes, joints, tendons and muscles telling you where you are in space. The information is processed and distributed to your eyes and other parts of your body when then adapt to move in a way that will help you keep your balance.

The American College of Sports Medicine recommends exercises that involve balance and other motor skills to be performed two to three days per week.

Balance tips

Kyle Nieman joined MAC in 2002. He has a bachelor’s degree in Exercise and Sports Science from Oregon State University. He is certified through the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM).

Personal Training Coordinator Andy Shupp joined MAC in 2000. He has a bachelor’s degree in Exercise and Sport Science from Oregon State, and more than 14 years experience in the health and fitness industry

Jonathan Weiss joined MAC in 2005.

He has a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Washington State University. He has worked in the health and fitness industry since 2001, and is ACE certified.

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• Incorporate balance into your daily routine. Begin with a onelegged stance. This can be done waiting for the restroom, at the grocery checkout, brushing your teeth, etc.

• Combine balance training with your upper body exercises. For example, perform a bicep curl while standing on one leg.

• Take a balance, yoga or tai chi class at MAC. MAC personal trainers can also help you incorporate balance into your everyday life or your workout routine. Contact Personal Training Coordinator Andy Shupp at 503-517-7548 or ashupp@ themac.com for more information or to schedule a session with a personal trainer. WM

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Exercise and Conditioning

Blitz Resolutions with Friendly Competition Ring in the New Year with the annual Winter Blitz Fit, which begins in January.

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he Winter Blitz Fit is a five-week program – from Monday, Jan. 5 through Sunday, Feb. 8 – to encourage members to exercise in the Exercise and Conditioning Rooms (E&C Room) and in classes. The purpose is to help members develop regular exercise habits, learn new ways to exercise and foster friendships at MAC. Habits built during the five weeks can last throughout the year, resulting in members who are happier, healthier and having more fun with the great exercise programs available at MAC. Members can participate either individually or in teams of two. Each time you work out at MAC, you’ll enter the date, your exercises, time spent and points on weekly log sheets at the Center Desk of the E&C Room. Exercises earn points based on the time or energy required. Prizes are awarded for those who earn the most points in each category, but everyone who earns at least 100 points is entered in a drawing for a $100 gift certificate at MAC restaurants. The drawing is held at a party at the end of Winter Blitz Fit. An entry fee of $20 is requested of each participant to pay for prizes and refreshments at the party.

The rules for Winter Blitz Fit • All exercises and fitness activities must be performed at MAC. One-half of all points must be earned in the Exercise and

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Conditioning Rooms (this includes the main E&C Room, Small Weight Room, Stretching Room, Spin Studio and E&C Ledge).

• Participants must keep track of their exercises, date, time and point conversion on weekly log sheets at the Center Desk in the E&C Room. A staff member must initial each entry.

• The table showing time to point conversions for each type of exercise is available at the Center Desk.

• Each 100 points earned entitles the participant to one entry in a drawing for a $100 gift certificate at MAC restaurants.

• Entry categories include singles (men and women in the age groups Junior (under 20), Young Adult (20-39), Adult (40-64) and Senior (65 and older), and two-person teams (coed and same gender – all ages).

• Any single participant accumulating more than 300 points or team accumulating more than 600 points is automatically updated to compete in the elite division. Prizes are awarded in the elite division for top woman, top man and top team.

• Prizes are awarded and the drawing is held at a celebration from 6-8 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 18.

To enter, sign up at a table in the E&C Room beginning Monday, Dec. 15, online at theMAC.com, or call the Fitness Department at 503-517-7535.

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Athletics Golf

MAC Golfers Win Championship

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he North American Association of Club Athletic Directors (NACAD) held the 3rd annual NACAD Golf Championships in September at the Laurel Valley Golf Club in Ligonier, Pa., about an hour outside of Pittsburgh.

Club members Dennis Peterson and Bob Holthaus won the privilege to represent Multnomah Athletic Club and MAC Golf in the NACAD tournament by finishing as the top low net winners in the 2013 MAC Golf Club Championship.

Designed by Dick Wilson and renovated by Arnold Palmer, the Laurel Valley course provided a fabulous setting and tremendous experience. It was a tough course that played at over 6,100 yards with a slope rating of 135. Bob and Dennis both commented on what a great time they had and the rich history of golf represented at the course. The tournament was a team cumulative scoring event over 36 holes. The format for play changed every nine holes.

Despite the long travel day, getting in late the evening before the tournament, and the three-hour time zone change, Bob and Dennis managed a come from behind victory.

Day one of competition was the first time Bob and Dennis had a look at the course, which any golfer knows is a challenge. The first nine holes both players’ balls were counted at gross, and the second nine were gross best ball. “We played okay on Monday, but went into the final round Tuesday with a five-shot deficit and we thought we were out of it,” Peterson said.

Holthaus and Peterson entered day two with some course knowledge but chasing the field. On the second day of play, the first nine holes were played as a shamble, counting low net balls, and the final nine holes were net best ball scoring. In their incredible comeback win, Holthaus played three strokes under his handicap and Peterson played one over his to make up the deficit and win by six strokes over the field.

“Dennis was just solid, he played consistently,” Holthaus explained. Peterson humbly replied, “We also had a little luck, like

when Bob’s ball bounced off the water and skipped onto the green.

It was downhill so it was unexpected.”

Holthaus and Peterson did a great job representing MAC. Bringing home the trophy always makes it a little more fun. And as a the players from Saint Louis commented, it adds to the reputation of MAC being a club to look out for in competition – they had lost to MAC in basketball as well. A traveling trophy awarded to the winning team resides at MAC this year. It is tradition for the winning club to host the tournament the following year. Look for the NACAD Golf Championship to be played in Portland in 2015 or 2016. To qualify to represent MAC in the NACAD Golf Championships, be sure to play in the annual MAC Golf Club Championships.

MAC Women Find Success in Interclub Play The MAC Golf Committee has focused on increasing golf opportunities for club members. During the 2014 golf season, MAC women had a competitive golf opportunity with the introduction of the new Oregon Golf Association’s Women’s Interclub Team Play tournament series.

There were five team events over the course of the summer, three divisions, and 19 teams competed in match-play events.

Thirty MAC women signed up to play in this new team match play format, and 11 women played in the five events. Each of the five events matched one team against all other teams in their division.

Everyone participating had the opportunity to contribute toward earning gross and net points for their team. The MAC women finished in fourth place in its division. The champion in each division earned the spot to play for the first-ever Women’s Interclub Team Championship. One hundred twenty women played in the championship tournament held at The Resort at the Mountain in October.

It was one of the most successful events of the OGA tournament season, and the Pumpkin Ridge team won the championship.

Captain Kathy Wentworth and assistant captain Sandy Larkin led the MAC team with the help of Committee Chair Debbie Bensching. The following women helped make up the team: Cappy Gray-Mack, Cullen Ware, Bensching, Janice Marvin, Joan Edwards-Powell, Wentworth, Linette Weigslogel, Marcia Wolly, Larkins, Tammy Smith and Terri Cook. Look for the opportunity to sign up next year.

–Kathy Wentworth WM

New Reciprocal Golf Club in California

MAC women took advantage of new interclub play opportunities this year.

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Desert Island Country Club in Rancho Mirage, Calif., is now available to MAC members as a reciprocal golf club. MAC members can play up to 20 rounds per year at a cost of $90 per round, including a cart. Guests of MAC members can also play with them at the same cost. Dining and bar facilities are also available.

Athletics Tennis

Men’s Team Reaches Title Tilt T

Gary Hallmark, David Mittelstadt, Zachery Wright, Matthew Casimo, Patrick Herbst, Jim Lekas, Martin Schwartz, John Wong, Jesse Inkjpen, Michael Fletcher, Joachim Vondeling, Dave Hall, Robert Briglia, Bruce Landrey, Scott Keeney, John Magaddino and Jukka Perkiomaki.

A look back

he action was fast and furious at the Club Singles Championship in October. On Friday evening, players and spectators were treated to a MAC pizza party. Beer and wine also helped the noise level to climb as spectators cheered on their fellow MAC players.

Results Women 4.0 – 1st, Sally Sterling, 2nd, Loann Wong Women 3.5 – 1st, Jean Herbst; 2nd, Alison Davis; consolation, Saskia Lippy Women’s 3.0 – 1st, Lisa Shantley; 2nd, Melanie Morris; consolation Sally Papadimas Men 4.5 – 1st, Nick Kassab; 2nd, Dan Larsen; consolation Dave Squire Men 4.0 – 1st, William Hergenhan; 2nd, Ben Jacobson; consolation Tim Leatherman Men 3.5 – 1st, Jesse Inkpen; 2nd, Mark Nuss; consolation, David Nellis

“We ended up being a lot closer to advancing to Nationals than we thought,” wrote Tom Carter, USTA Men’s 40-plus League captain. “Even though we were 1-2 at sectionals, because a player was disqualified, we were actually two tiebreakers away from being 3-0 and advancing. So close!”

Captain Carter confessed, “As a team we struggled with singles.

We had five wins and nine losses during the regular season, two wins and four losses during the playoffs, and one win and five losses in sectionals. In doubles we were very competitive in the regular season, playoffs and sectionals. In sectionals we went five and four, and that was with two close tiebreaker losses.”

Carter noted a few individuals for their strong performance.

End of Year Adult Tennis Carnival

Jock Vondeling ended the season going 4-0 with one win coming in the playoffs. Vondeling also headed to nationals with his 40-plus 3.0 team. Great job Jock! Rod VanAllen ended the season with a fantastic 9-1 record and David Nellis had a near perfect 7-1 record.

The team had eight players move up in the early-start rankings: Keith Bailey, Jeff Lee, VanAllen, Chris Graham, Steve Mileham, Greg Morse and Tom Carter moved from 3.5 to 4.0; and Vondeling moved from 3.0 to 3.5 Other team members include: Fred Buller, Kelly Rea, Elmer Bancud, David Nellis, Stephen Mileham, Bob Howard, Brent Hutchings, Ted Miller, Jack Menashe and Glenn Eisen.

And let’s not forget the great Women’s 3.0 team that qualified for sectionals. Captain Sharr Stark put together a fantastic group of players who won the local league and finished 2-2 in sectional play.

Members were Elizabeth Lilly, Nicolle Lochner, Jill Craven, Shelly Bigley, Ceseley Katherns, Laura Mittelstadt, Suzanne Casey, Kristin Eckelman, Melissa Clark, Melanie Ditton, Dana McKillop, Terri Gotcher, Catie Ellis, Jina Loratti and Stacy Dyer.

–David Schwendt and Darryl Bernhardt WM

Help celebrate another great year of MAC Tennis. We are honoring our Men’s 3.0 team that participated in this year’s National Championships, and expect a few surprises. Be ready to hit balls and win some prizes from 5-7 p.m. Friday Dec. 5 at courts 5-7.

Light food and drinks are provided; the event is free. No need to sign up – just come. Adults only, please.

Looking Ahead The USTA 18-plus league starts up Friday, Jan. 9, with playoffs in May. Be sure to indicate your interest in being on a team by contacting the Tennis Office at 503-517-7592. The USTA 55-plus League begins Saturday, Feb. 7 with playoffs the end of March.

MAC is offering several new tennis classes for all ages and all abilities. Check out the offerings for weekend classes with Coach Chris Siebel. Winter classes get underway Monday, Jan. 5. Adults enjoy several conditioning classes weekday mornings and Tuesday and Thursday evenings. Instructional classes are available mornings and evenings for all levels. Juniors sign up by age: Tiny Tots are ages 4-6, Future Stars are for 10 and under, and Aces are for 11-plus years of age.

High school youth may join a Tuesday or Thursday evening class from 6-7 p.m. The pros reserve the right to place a player in the appropriate class. Keep to your new year’s resolutions and sign up for a class today.

MAC men reach nationals The MAC men’s 40-and-older 3.0 team, after winning the sectional competition, were excited about going to the national competition held in Rancho Mirage, Calif., in October. Captain Darryl Bernhardt’s mantra – included in many emails and shown by his line-ups – was, “We win as a team and we lose as a team.” This all-inclusive attitude, along with abundant talent, produced winning results. This was the first national competition for many of the team members and the team was proud to continue the club’s history of competing at the highest level. Team members include Bernhardt, James Thomas, David Schwindt, Andrew Smith, Ron Eiseman,

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Athletics Coach’s Corner: Avoid Madness on the Mountain Anyone who frequents the mountain in the winter has experienced a bad trip.

Whether it’s getting stuck behind a long line of vehicles battling for parking; listening to a child cry over dripping wet gloves; or unpacking the car and realizing a set of boots is still at home – we all have been there. However, there are some tips and pointers to help make the jaunt up to the pass fun for the whole family.

The first step to prevent the winter worries is to prepare the night before. It’s simple, yet rarely executed. Most people get caught up in their everyday lives and put off packing until the morning, which leaves to leaving essential gear like boots or ski pants at home. This leads to a long and expensive day, because no one is going to drive home through traffic to grab their forgotten gloves. Get gear ready to go the night before and set it by the door to be shoved into the backseat at 5 a.m.

Most important is the second tip – get up to the mountain EARLY! I cannot stress how crucial this is. This step is essential to making the adventure fun and less stressful for the whole family. I recommend pulling into the parking lot at 7:15 a.m. – this is exactly when I arrive every weekend. Early arrivals get the best parking spots, making it easier to get to and from the lodge. Also, if you find yourself driving the kiddos up that early, they are more likely to be paid a visit by the earlymorning sandman. On top of that, you can claim that valuable window table in the lodge. All in all, sacrificing that extra 30 minutes of sleep will take the stress monkey off your back.

Lastly, pack extra gear. It can be a lifesaver out on the hill. Just packing another layer, rain gear, extra gloves, goggles, and hats can greatly improve a day of weathering those extreme conditions. This is especially important if the kids are coming.

Bringing extra mittens to replace a wet pair can prevent a dreaded meltdown.

Follow these three steps to improve those days spent at the mountain and create memories that will last a lifetime.

–Kate Morrell WM

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Ski More with MAC

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t’s already December – are your ready for ski season? Don’t stress over the planning this winter, head to the mountain with MAC. The club offers two ski buses for local jaunts, and takes skiers further afield with three great trips to world-class resorts.

Sunday Ski Bus MAC’s Sunday Ski Bus is a great option for families. The bus loads up in the Turnaround starting at 6:30 a.m. every Sunday in February for a 6:45 a.m. departure. There are also a host of programs for all ages once members are at the mountain. Sno-Blasters, for children in first through eighth grades, is an all-day supervised program where kids can improve their skiing or snowboarding skills.

There are also a number of lesson options.

The bus, available to members and their guests, returns to MAC around 5:30 p.m.

Prices vary for programs. To register, visit www.skihood.com/go, enter the GOCode 1163260, select prorgrams and check out.

Be sure to download the release and medical forms, complete them, and send to Outdoor Manager Chad Failla at cfailla@themac.com.

Midweek Ski Bus This popular bus runs every Thursdays from Jan. 8 through Feb. 26. Members are treated to fresh pastries, coffee and more.

The bus leaves the Turnaround at 7:30 a.m.

Spots are filling fast. To sign up, contact Susie

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Neidermeyer Neighbors at susie.neighbors@ gmail.com or 503-830-9188.

Three great trips MAC is offering three great trips this winter. Join MAC members for the five-night Red Mountain winter trip from Sunday, Feb. 15, through Friday, Feb. 20. Red Mountain lies just 2.5 hours north of Spokane. It’s a European-style hidden gem in Rossland, an old mining town in British Columbia.

For a long weekend of fresh powder, pack your ski and board gear and make your way to one of the best ski towns in the country. Get away with the Outdoor Activities Program for a long weekend in Whitefish, Mont., located in stunning northwest Montana in the backyard of Glacier National Park.

And if you’re looking for a Spring Break getaway, ask yourself, what do winter, world class skiing, snowboarding, Nordic touring, skate skiing, snowshoeing, ice skating, outdoor swimming, indoor bowling, trout fishing, sleigh rides and culinary excellence have in common? Sun Valley, Idaho – where everyone in the family can find their own adventure during MAC’s annual spring break trip from Saturday, March 21 through Saturday, March 28.

For more information on trips, see the November Winged M or contact Outdoor Manager Chad Failla at cfailla@themac.com or 503-517-7574. WM

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Compression stockings may help the ache but won’t correct the problem, and left untreated venous congestion can cause serious long-term effects.

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If you’re a basketball player at MAC, you can pencil in the third Wednesday of every August as a night you and the family are headed up to Portland Heights Park – often referred to as Strohecker Park – to enjoy some exciting outdoor 3-on-3 basketball and succulent barbecue. Year 31 provided the traditional good weather the tournament has come to know; a gorgeous 75-degree evening with nary a cloud in the sky.

Eight teams of three players entered the tournament in 2014. Each team was guaranteed four games out of a possible six this year. At the end of the evening, a unique trio of players emerged victorious, as 2013 Lincoln graduate John Williams, 2012 Lincoln graduate Travis Olson (son of long-time hooper Mitch Olson), and 1971 Lincoln graduate and former Lincoln coach Brett Carson (1998-2003) played a brand of team basketball that emphasized the sport’s most underused weapon – passing. No other team could defend the precise passing attack they exhibited as the ball whipped around the court, a blur to the defense. Williams took home MVP honors.

As usual, thanks go out to Page Mesher and Byron Zahler for running the tournament, Art Larrance and Mark Carver for supplying the suds, and Van Dekoning and Dan Baggett, staff liaisons who pulled doubleduty as master grillers for the hungry masses.

Mark your calendars now, you’ve got plans at 4 p.m., Wednesday, Aug. 19.

–James Taylor

If you have visions of sugarplums dancing, look to one or both of the two-day Winter Break Dance Camps. Advanced Company dancers, supervised by MAC Dance staff, lead classes in jazz, ballet, tap and hip hop. Class formats are suited to all abilities.

The first session is Monday, Dec. 22, and Tuesday, Dec. 23. The second session is Monday, Dec. 29, and Tuesday, Dec. 30.

Classes are open to junior members and guests ages 6 and older. Both camps are from 1-4:30 p.m. Cost is $45 for members and $54 for guests.

The Dance Clothing and Shoe Exchange is held in conjunction with Winter Break Dance Camps from noon to 2 p.m. on the days class is in session in the Fitness Conference Room on the basement level. Members may exchange or purchase gently used dance shoes, leotards, tops, pants and ballet skirts. Clothing and shoe donations can be left at the Concierge anytime throughout the year. All proceeds benefit the MAC Dance program.

Register online at theMAC.com, email MNornes@themac.com or call 503-517-7522.

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Tauscher Continued from page 72 keeps me doing the decathlon each year. I said I did it for the comaraderie and competition. I also said that I train year-round for the events.

I think training or working out with a purpose or goal in mind is necessary to keep you motivated. After every decathlon, I write down my scores next to scores from the previous year. Then I set goals for the next year and train all year to attain these new levels.

Now that I am over 70, I tend to set realistic but optimistic goals. After a few years of pariticpation in the decathlon, younger people should set goals that will make them push toward new levels of accomplishment.

But as a note, it took me 15 years to win my age group, so don’t expect instant gratification. Set goals now and start training for the 2015 Spring Decathlon.

–Bill Cordano

The Early Birds invite all early exercisers and their families to their traditional festive Christmas Breakfast, which starts at 6:30 a.m.

Friday, Dec. 12, in the MAC Grand Ballroom.

This celebration of the season features a breakfast buffet, a fashion show of Columbia Sportswear’s latest clothing designs, Columbia discount coupons, door prizes, and recognition of Mr. and Ms. Early Bird 2014. The ballroom is decorated with dozens of colorful toys donated by members for the YWCA’s Domestic Violence Program. These toys, along with toiletries for the mothers and a check from the proceeds of the Early Bird Thanksgiving Turkey Trot, are given to representatives from the YWCA at the breakfast.

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Golf Committee for not only organizing this event, but also for the financial support of golf awards and other prizes. All golfers left with something other than their tee prize.

The winners are listed below. Note that we had a division of men’s golfers and then one of mixed golfers. The mulligan money was split according to those who participated in the mulligans, and this cash was in addition to the golf awards.

Men’s Group: Cash winners of $60 each went to the foursome headed by Phil Nelson (broke a tie at 59 by a scorecard playoff). The other team headed by Jukka Perkiomaki also cashed out, just not as much. Nelson’s group also won the first-place prize of a pewter wine stopper while Jukka’s group had to settle for second place.

Mixed Group: For reasons only they know, the foursomes of Aden, Patrick, Larsen and Grothe chose not to play with their significant others. Yes, this resulted in them finishing first and second and getting all of the cash as well as the team golf awards. The thirdplace mixed team of Debbie Bensching, Jane Egelhoff, Nancy Herpers, and Jaimie Joss did win “SHOW” honors.

Closest to the pin winners were Leisa Aden, James Carey and Dick Park won Nike golf bags. Long-drive winners were Drew Dedelow, Jim Larkins and Debbie Patrick.

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Handball celebrates Irv Alten with a tournament in his honor every winter.

Twenty-eight MAC golfers enjoyed a great outing at Gearhart Golf Club this fall. This time around we played a shamble – we got to pick a drive and then played our own ball from there. Many thanks are in order: to the folks at Gearhart for the accommodations, we enjoyed and their generous donation of golf for four (won by Brett Hyland); to the owner of the Sylvan Zoo House (a place you should go for a meal or libation) for the donation of four cases of beer for our door prizes; and finally, to the

Irv Alten Fun Day a Holiday Highlight Join handball enthusiasts for the Irv Alten Fun Day beginning at 8 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 13. This annual event welcomes players from the Pacific Northwest, California and across the country. Alten is remembered for his support of handball; he established the Irv Alten Foundation so the sport can thrive in the years ahead. Sign up at theMAC.com. This event uses courts 1-10 and ends by 1 p.m.

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Plummer Family Helluva Handball Bash VI Once again, former NFL quarterback Jake Plummer and family put on a superb event in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho in October.

Ed Grossenbacher, Pete Greer, Steve Grow, Dave Steinberg, Craig Trull and JD McLandrich represented MAC at the event.

Grossenbacher and McLandrich both won their singles events and McLandrich also took second in doubles. Grow and his partner won the consolation doubles prize.

Events warm up this winter Winter Intramurals challenge players of all levels and abilities. Sign up in the mezzanine lounge or at theMAC.com. The season begins Wednesday, Jan. 7, and runs eight weeks.

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Club Singles Tournament Join handball friends and make new ones at the January Club Singles Tournament the week beginning Monday, Jan. 12. All levels of players are welcome. Sign up at theMAC.com.

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MAC karate students learn forms, known as kata, before sparring.

Doubles players have to wait until March for the Club Doubles Tournament. The event begins Monday, March 2.

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Collegiate Tournament MAC is proud to host the 2015 National Collegiate Tournament. This event uses many of MAC’s courts and runs from Monday, Feb. 16 through Sunday, Feb. 22.

–Aaron Garner

MAC Karate holds classes for three levels: novice, beginner and intermediate/advanced.

A typical class consists of meditation, warmups, basics (kihon), sparring (kumite) and forms (kata).

Meditation occurs before and after training.

Meditation is designed to get students to clear their minds of a hectic day so they can focus on improving their karate technique. Meditation at the end of class helps one relax and return to focus on the rest of the day. Warm-ups are designed to prepare the body for rigorous exercise to help prevent injury.

Following warm-up exercises, classes perform a variety of blocks, punches, kicks and stances, which are the foundation of good karate technique. By repeating individual techniques thousands of times over the years, students train their muscles to learn movements, eventually letting instinct take over.

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Athletics Karate Continued from page 76 well as the defensive technique to be used. This type of practice, called Yakasoku kumite, allows the attacker and defender to practice timing, distance, control, stances and power.

Kata is a series of offensive and defensive techniques set to a pattern against imaginary opponents. Each kata has a specific number of moves performed in a set order, and does not change. By learning the different moves in sequence, your body learns how to use the moves together. Students first learn the external movements of the kata. As students, they begin to learn the internal movements and their relationship to self-defense.

Those curious about karate may attend a novice class. This is a seven-week program designed to introduce basic punches, blocks, kicks and stances, and prepares students for the beginner’s level. For more information, contact Keri Donovan at 503-517-7539.

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Women’s Wellness Symposiums a Hit Join Member Coach Anne Griffin at the Women’s Wellness Symposiums in the Racquetball Lounge. A variety of MAC

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professionals contribute, including personal trainers, The Salon stylists, massage therapists, yoga and Pilates instructors, and more. Come by for wellness tips, food, drinks and giveaways, followed by racquetball strategy, drills and coaching. All MAC women are encouraged to come to the Racquetball Lounge from 5:30-6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec 3. Sign up at theMAC.com. Questions? Contact Griffin at AnneGriffin@AnneGriffin.com.

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Racquetball sets dates It’s time to update the racquetball calendar for the coming season. The Racquetball Committee encourages everyone to get involved. Even those who don’t play can come down and enjoy the good times and have a beer while watching the players compete.

• Wednesday, Dec. 3 – Women’s Racquetball Fitness Symposium • Saturdays, Dec. 6 and Dec. 20 – High School League Matches hosted by the MAC. Matches begin at noon and end about 7 p.m.

• Saturday, Jan. 3 – High School League Match, watch up-and-coming juniors.

• Monday, Jan. 26 through Wednesday, Jan. 28 – Club Doubles Tournament, event is for players of all levers.

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Masters swimmers, from left, Brent Washburne, Jessica Stacy, Jill Marie Asch and Scot Sullivan are back to training in the 50-meter Pool.

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The MAC Racquetball Committee has agreed to work with the Brian Grant Foundation by collecting “dead” racquetballs and donating them for use in wellness activities, retreats and rehab for those with Parkinson’s disease. The racquetballs still have life for those who are facing the challenges of Parkinson’s and the cause is something the committee is pleased to support. There is a collection box in the Racquetball Lounge for these “well used,” but not completely dead balls. Let’s fill it up several times.

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Squash

Exciting Changes in Store for the Program Squash the competition this winter! Big changes are coming, starting in January for new and existing players. There are new classes at multiple levels for both adults and juniors.

See the Winter 2015 Class Guide inserted in The Winged M or online at theMAC.com for a complete list and descriptions of classes.

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Competing at Home and Abroad The FINA Masters World Championships take place every four years and returned this year to Montreal, Quebec, with nearly 6,000 swimmers in attendance. Organizers built a temporary pool to accommodate everyone,

Athletics and events were occasionally stopped to clear out overpopulated stands. Two MAC masters swimmers made the journey to compete in both the pool and open-water events over the first 10 days of August.

Our in-house Olympian, Can (Jon) Ergenekan, placed near the top standings of the 40-to-44-year-old age group in the 200-meter butterfly (10th), 200 freestyle (19th), and the 3,000 open-water event (19th). Thanks to the international quality of the event, Ergenekan got the chance to reunite with former teammates from his time swimming with the Turkish National Team in 1996. Ellen Ferguson also traveled to Montreal and had some stellar swims, placing high in the largest age group competing at the meet. She swam to ninth place in the 50-to-54 age group’s 200 individual medley, and to sixth in the 400 freestyle, in which she was the second-best American and broke the Oregon State record by an impressive three-second margin. Ferguson also placed 12th in her age group in the 3,000 open-water race, ranking as the 106th female overall.

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U.S. competition Back in the states, championship swimming continued with Nick Wood’s journey to the Gay Games Long Course Meter Meet in Cleveland, Ohio. Wood had a phenomenal meet, placing in the Top 10 in all five of his events: 50 breaststroke (sixth), 100 breaststroke (fourth), 200 individual medley (fifth), 400 individual medley (third), and 200 breaststroke (second). He continued his fast swimming back in Oregon, where he and teammates Jill Marie Asch, Scot Sullivan, Brent Washburne and Bob Westlake competed in the local Gil Young Memorial Long Course Meter Championship Meet in Gresham. Wood garnered five first-place ribbons and one second-place finish, and his teammates followed suit. Washburne and Westlake took all firsts and one second in the 50-54 age group sprint events. Sullivan topped the podium in the 45-49 age group’s breaststroke and backstroke sprints and led the way in the distance freestyle events, with MAC record-breaking finishes in both the 400 and 800 freestyles, last set back in 1991.

Asch took first in all three of her sprint events, and also broke a MAC record in the 45-49 age group’s 50 breaststroke.

MAC masters are now preparing for the SCM championship meet in Commerce, Calif., in December and enjoying the new 50-meter Pool. All those looking for a healthy and fun swimming environment are welcome to join the masters team.

–Jessica Stacy Continued on page 82

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MAC’s competitive swim team during their exchange program in Madrid.

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The MAC swim team has developed a relationship with Gredos San Diego schools in Madrid, Spain, to create a cultural experience through swimming. Eight athletes from Spain stayed with MAC swim team families in April 2014. They were a delight to host.

In June, MAC took nine athletes to Madrid to stay on campus in Buitrago, Spain.

While in Spain, they went to Toledo to see the medieval town and experience how three cultures, Jewish, Muslim and Catholic, all lived together in the same community. They watched the legendary Real Madrid soccer team play in its 85,000-seat stadium. They went to Segovia and visited the castle and the aqueducts. The 2-mile long aqueducts carry water for the city.

The athletes visited the castle that was the inspiration for the one in Disney’s Cinderella.

They went through the Royal Palace, with its majestic view of Madrid. They ate churros dipped in warm drinking chocolate. The team swam each day. They also had the opportunity to compete in the Madrid Championships.

Competition in Spanish – it was an experience to undertake something the team knows so well but in a different cultural and with a different language. With the Spaniards having come to MAC twice, there were many friends on deck to help out. The team made so many new friends, but most importantly, they gained a new perspective on the world through swimming.

Athletics Trirun

Enjoy Peacock Lane as the Season Approaches The Triathlon and Running Committee hosts the annual Peacock Lane Run on Monday, Dec. 15. Enjoy a comfortable evening jog to Portland’s most decorated street.

The group takes a picture under the holiday lights, then returns to MAC for pizza and beer, compliments of the committee. The total distance is about 9 miles. There also is an option to take the MAX to Peacock Lane, and run the return trip of 4.5 miles.

Member coach Linnea Alvord leads the light rail group. Running paces vary widely, and all are welcome.

Interested in running and triathlon opportunities in the club? The committee hosts an informational meeting in late January to help spread the word about its programs and activities. Meet the member coaches and athletic members associated with the sport. Hear about training plans and targeted races for the 2015 season. Check the January Winged M for the exact date.

Looking for a way to get involved at MAC? We are in need of committee members looking to help administer the Triathlon and Running program. The committee holds club events throughout the year, distributes developmental funding for race fees, and helps build a home for multisport in the club. Please consider donating your time and energy to this enterprise. Meetings fall on the first Monday of each month. Fill out a Committee Interest Form, or contact committee chairman Ben Cornett at mactrirun@ gmail.com.

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Too Cold? Stay Warm with a Winter Read The winter season of longer nights and shorter days gives hikers more time to embrace indoor activities, and reading tops the list of options for many. This month, as snow blankets many of Oregon’s best trails, MAC hikers share a few of their outdoor-themed books.

Pam Probst and her book group thoroughly enjoyed The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry, a 2012 novel by Rachel Joyce. It is a story of a recent retiree, living in a small English village, who goes out one day to mail a letter and keeps walking for 600 miles, completely unprepared for weather or basic needs. He encounters one fascinating character after another, and his life changes dramatically. “Anyone who walks and hikes will identify with many stages of his Continued on page 84

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Walking & Hiking Continued from page 78 trek,” Probst says. “I’d highly recommend it as something a little different, especially since it’s a novel, and the English setting is fun.”

Many urban walkers strongly recommend the walking guidebooks written by MAC Member Coach Laura Foster.

Historical information and fun facts accompany directions for urban walking routes, which make her books Laura Foster good reads off the trail and guides on the trail. An avid reader and researcher, Foster suggests a new book, The Legacy of the Olmsted Brothers in Portland, Oregon by William J. Hawkins III. The author’s great uncle was a parks commissioner who requested the Olmsteds visit Portland to design a system of parks and parkways. “There is no better person to tell the story of Portland’s parks,” Foster says. Another local book she recommends is My-Te-Fine Merchant: Fred Meyer’s Retail Revolution by Fred Leeson. “This is a biography of the man we all call Freddy, and, according to Leeson, he most definitely would not be happy to hear himself referred to so familiarly. As a walker, I loved the details of where old stores were downtown and getting a sense of the man and his methods.”

On a recent urban walk, Laura and walkers stopped for coffee across the street from the building that was Meyer’s first store — a little tidbit gleaned from the book.

Keeping with the local theme, Francene Grew recommends the rather obscure, but locally significant Where the Revolution Began: Lawrence Halprin and Anna Halprin and the Reinvention of Public Space by Randy Gragg.

Luckily, used versions of this older book can still be found at Powell’s Bookstore.

Gwen Farnham and many others recommend local author William Sullivan. Many a long winter night is spent perusing Sullivan’s 100-series books with trail descriptions, planning and dreaming of upcoming trail adventures; but Sullivan also writes fiction.

Martin Schwartz suggests Eight Feet in the Andes, a little-known book with a captivating story, by Devla Murphy. Published in 1983, Schwartz read it in the late 1980s when he and his wife were traveling in South America. “This true story is both incredible and beautifully written. It deals with an absolutely intrepid woman, her 9-year-old daughter and their mule, who set off on a hike/backpack along the route that Pissaro, the conquistador, took from the ocean to the town of Cuzco,” Schwartz

Athletics says. “The terrain is extremely treacherous, and the native population is anything but welcoming to white Europeans.” This book may be hard to find, but is worth the search.

Sue Stonecliffe suggests her favorite hiking story, The Man Who Walked Through Time by legendary hiker Colin Fletcher. This is the true story of the first trip afoot through the Grand Canyon by the author in the mid1960s. Truly a classic, this is a must-read.

For light reading with laugh-out-loud moments, Dee Poujade and many others recommend A Walk In The Woods by Bill Bryson. A humorous story of adventure and misadventure on the Appalachian Trail, this book is highly recommended to brighten the mood on a dark and dreary night.

A prolific reader and outdoor enthusiast, Mike Mathews offers a long list of favorite reads, including Walden, Desert Solitaire, Fire on the Mountain, Into Thin Air, Pilgrim at Tinker Creek, Teaching a Stone to Talk, The Secret Language of Snow, My First Summer in the Sierra, Undaunted Courage, the illustrated version of Dava Sobel’s Longitude, and many others. To see the full list, read a longer version of this story, and to join the discussion of good books, check out the Walking and Hiking Facebook page.

This winter, after the sun sets or perhaps before the sun rises, settle into a comfortable reading chair. Maybe set a cheery fire in the fireplace. And read. Just remember to also take advantage of those precious daylight hours to walk in the rain, snowshoe in the hills, hike in the woods and embrace our Pacific Northwest winter in every way possible. WM

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READERS WELCOME! – MAC Morning Book Club meets on the second Thursday of the month at 10 a.m. Evening Literary Group meets on the fourth Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. Contact Member Services at 503-517-7276 or go to theMAC.com for more information.

TOASTMASTERS – Professional development promised. Career advancement a guarantee. Polish your delivery every Monday, 6:30-8 a.m.

Cornerstone Lounge.

WATER VOLLEYBALL IN THE WEST POOL Polar Bears (men) play on Wednesdays from noon-1:30 p.m. and the MerryMACs (women) play on Mondays from 10:30 a.m.-noon. Come to the West Pool and expect to have fun.

Registration not required, as this is a free activity.

For more information, contact the Aquatics Office at 503-517-7500.

BRIDGE TOURNAMENT TUESDAYS – A weekly bridge tournament resumes January 20 with Duplicate style bridge. Tournament is hosted by members for members. Partners are required and cost is $2 per person with entry fee divided amongst top win­ners. Check in for the tournament iis at 9:45 a.m. and tournament duration depends on participa­tion. For more information call Al Neish at 503-292-7559.

Eti que tte Ins tr uc ti o n Children • Teens • Corporate • Hospitality Law Firms • Law Schools • The National Charity League • Senior Decorum

Melanie Perko A MAC Etiquette Instructor.

Frequent contributor on KATU’s AM Northwest show Etiquette instruction since 1987.

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MAC Professional

Why not?

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MAC MARKETPLACE MAH JONGG – Members and guests who know how to play Mah Jongg are welcome to join open play sessions. Players meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays at noon in the Cornerstone Lounge.

Services

BLACK BUTTE HOME – 3 BR, 2 BA, recently updated throughout. Fully equipped, close to pool and tennis courts. No pets, no smkg. 503-697-0528.

PET/HOUSE SITTER – MAC member, age 22, PSU grad. 503-201-9672, faithcarlsmith@gmail.com.

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COUNSELING & NATURE RETREATS – In NW Hills. Achieve peace and balance. Zoë Presley, MA LPC. www.zoepresley.com 503-987-0121.

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. 503-709-2616 or Dave.Mann@comcast.net.

PRIVATE PERSONAL CONCIERGE – Stellar caregiver, assistant, errands, driver, all ages.

Impeccable references. Cynthia, 503-329-0331.

BLACK BUTTE HOME – 4 BR, 2 BA, beautiful view of BM golf course & Black Butte Mtn. Close to clubhouse. 503-855-3214 or 503-998-7837.

BLACK BUTTE RANCH – Golf course home for rent. See online VRBO347918. 503-297-3768.

ART – Original Michele Russo drawings, Sally Haley Sculpture, more. Cynthia, 503-329-0331.

MAC SHOE SERVICE – Now is the time to check your shoes and bring them in for repair and refurbishing. See Bobby Lee on the basement level or leave your shoes in the dropbox. Questions? Call Andrey at 503-358-7954.

For Rent

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For Sale BLACK BUTTE RANCH GOLF COURSE LOT – Only golf course lot currently on the market. (only 1 of 5 remaining golf course lots, period.) .44 acre, very gentle slope, all services available & building plans approved. Adjacent to 12th tee at Big Meadow. Quiet street, short distance to Paulina Pool, Clubhouse and Roberts Restaurant. Dennis Doherty, 503-730-4346.

PENTHOUSE – Top floor premier penthouse w/ huge patio, city and mountan views. SS appliances & granite, parking, fitness, laundry, on-site management & maintenance. $4,382. 1000 SW Vista Ave, 503-224-4326.

BBR – GM 43, 503-246-0489.

SUNRIVER – 4 BR, 3 BA, hot tub, Wi-Fi, next to SHARC, includes passes. $260/nt. 503-267-3052.

DCCA 171, www.vrbo.com/320157.

BROKEN TOP-BEND CONDO 3 BR, 3.5 BA. Close to pool/tennis. 503-708-9081.

SUNRIVER – Comfortable house, walk to SHARC, sleeps 9. 503-231-7497 or www.vrbo.com/198725

BLACK BUTTE RIDGE CABIN – Cozy 3 BR with big rock fireplace, 503-645-2366.

SUNRIVER – Fremont Crossing, 2,200+, 3 BR, 3.5 BA, 2 masters, sleeps 8, all amenities, mall, SHARC. Hot tub, p-pong, bikes, no smkg/pets. 503-706-8886.

BBR – www.vrbo.com/369009

I n s urance Solutions

O pto me tr i s t Accepting New Patients

Guide to MAC Business and Service Professionals

MAC Professionals

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MAC MARKETPLACE SUNRIVER – Newly remodeled Quelah. 3 BR, 2 BA, private pool, spa & tennis courts. Call 503892-9993. DCCA #762.

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

SUNRIVER – 3 BR, 2.5 BA, sleeps 6. On Woodlands Golf Course, large deck, hot tub, Wi-Fi, DIRECTV/flat screen in all BR’s & living rm. King in master, queen in 2 other BR’s, futon. No smkg/pets.

2mv@bendbroadband.com or 503-969-7135.

Coastal

GEARHART OCEANFRONT BEACH HOUSE Sleeps 14. $3,675/wk, $525/nt. 503-222-2234. http://www.vrbo.com/153257.

MANZANITA – Light-filled 2 BA, 2 BR architectural gem. Short walk to beach or village. 1 dog OK. Offseason/weekly rates available. View/book Johnny’s Garden at www.manzanitabeachgetaway.com.

SURF PINES OCEANFRONT – 4 BR/3 BA, sleeps 16, large deck, hot tub, great beach access.

Fun for families. 503-869-7575.

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CANNON BEACH – Beautiful retreat. “Saltwater Snug” is fully equipped to entertain or escape on a quiet weekend for two. 3 BR, 2.5 BA, sleeps up to 10. $295/$395 holidays+high season. 503-7205588.

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Beautiful Gearhart rental. 4 BR, 3 BA, sleeps 10+.

1 blk. from beach, golf. Fully equipped, newly remodeled. Jim Whittemore, 503-292-4000.

Out of State

GEARHART OCEANFRONT – Fabulous Gin Ridge, 6 BR, spectacular view of ocean, pets welcome, all amenities included. Call Julie Bell, 360-892-6288 home, 360-607-5405 cell, or www.schlesserfamily.com for information.

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MAC Professionals

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PALM DESERT – Lovely condo, totally remodeled, custom decor, 2 BR, 2 BA on golf course at Palm Valley C.C. Sunny patio with great mountain/golf course view. No pets/smoking. Available now through Jan. 2015. 503-675-6220.

SUNNY VACATION CONDO – Ironwood CC, Palm Desert, Calif. 1,300 sq. ft., 2 BR, 2 BA. Quiet, quaint, quality, 8 steps to poolside. $3,800/mo, $1,200/wk, $500/wknd. Call or email for availability.

Deb Montrose, 503-531-0405, debbirm@aol.com.

SCOTTSDALE – 2,500 sq. ft. N. Scottsdale home near Troon and TPC courses. Newly furnished. 3 BR, 2 BA, 52” plasma TV, pool, outdoor barbeque, fire pit. Rental by full month only. No smoking, no pets. Tony, 503-221-2271 or treser@gvakm.com.

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PALM DESERT – Luxurious 4,500 sf view home surrounds large pool on ½ acre of grounds. 4 BR, 3½ BA, casita, pool house. Beautifully & fully furnished. Golf cart. 5 blocks to El Paseo. Sleeps 11. $375/nt www.desertlilyoasis.com. Cindy Banzer, 503-709-7277, cbanzer@eastpdxproperties.com.

SUN VALLEY – 3 BR/2 BA home, view, well equipped, amenities. L. Rittenour, 310-670-7684.

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MANZANITA – Quaint English cottage near beach.

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MAC MARKETPLACE SONOMA, CA BUNGALOW – 1/2 block off the historic Sonoma Plaza. 3 BR, 2 BA, single level.

Enjoy the winter in the Bay Area. Special monthly rate for MAC members. Call 707-592-1880.

Hawaii KONA, HAWAII – Lovely oceanfront 1 BR condo.

Tennis, oceanside pool/spa. Great view.

503-675-6220. For photos, email: nanevin@aol.com.

BIG ISLAND – Private 3 BR, 3 BA home with pool on 2.7 acres overlooking Kailua-Kona. Call 503546-4519 or visit www.keauhouhideaway.com.

WAIKOLOA – Oceanfront 2 BR, 2 BA. Club w/pool, fitness, tennis, bball. Golf disc. 503-629-9999.

MAUI MAALAEA SURF – Oceanfront condo, 2 BR/2 BA, ground level. 425-463-5437 or LBLeaverton@hotmail.com.

MAUI MAALAEA SURF – Exquisitely furnished beachfront condo. Sandy beaches, swimming pool, tennis. 2 masters, 2 BA, townhome. Boni Halton, 503-789-0990. www.haltonmauicondo.com THE SUNSET BEACH HOUSE–MAUI – New 3 BR home + 2 BR cottage. Great for small groups.

503-638-9278, brycenbeebe@comcast.net

Foreign LONDON APARTMENT – Completely furnished 3 BR, 2 BA in secured bldg. pamster53@gmail.com

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costa rica – Featured in the March 2011 issue of Travel and Leisure magazine. Lush gardens, quiet, small resort on Pacific Ocean in village setting. Shelling, fishing, hiking, horseback jungle tours. Pool and full kitchens. Wonderful architecture. “The best in Costa Rica” rating. Call 503365-2872. www.tambortropical.com 10% discount to MAC members.

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PARIS APARTMENT – 7th Arrondissement. Chic 2 BR, 2 BA, one block to Rue Cler. Close to Seine and Eiffel Tower. 206-328-0897.

PARIS APARTMENT – At Notre Dame. Elegant 2 BR, 1.5 BA, in the heart of Paris. 503-227-3722.

ST. ANDREWS, SCOTLAND – Classic 1771 stone flat. 2 BR, 1 BA, just a few blocks to the first tee at the Old Course. 206-328-0897.

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MERCANTILE PORTLAND............................................. 32 MULTNOMAH ATHLETIC FOUNDATION....................... 59 NIEDERMEYER, STACY................................................. 25 NIFELLE DESIGN............................................................ 21 NUSS, MARK.................................................................. 22 NW SECURITIES ADVISORS......................................... 78 OREGON COLLEGE OF ART AND CRAFT.................... 72 OREGON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION, THE................ 55 OREGON CULTURAL TRUST........................................ 28 OREGON EPISCOPAL SCHOOL................................... 77 OREGON HUMANE SOCIETY....................................... 26 OREGON JEWISH COMMUNITY FOUNDATION.......... 23 OREGON ZOO FOUNDATION...................................39,79 PACKOUZ JEWELERS................................................... 54 PARISH & COMPANY..................................................... 83 PEARL WEST.................................................................. 10 PETTYGROVE PHYSICAL THERAPY.Winter Class Guide PIONEER PLACE.............................................................. 4 PORTLAND SPORT PSYCHOLOGY.............................. 21 PROVIDENCE CANCER CENTER.................................. 65 PROVIDENCE HEALTH PLAN........................................ 14 RON TONKIN GRAN TURISMO..................................... 92 ST. THOMAS MORE....................................................... 69 STEEN, MJ...................................................................... 51 SUMMIT SPINE.............................................................. 27 SUNSET AUDI................................................................. 52 SUSAK, RENE................................................................. 82 UBS FINANCIAL............................................................. 81 UNIVERSITY OF PORTLAND......................................... 91 UPTOWN AUTO DETAIL................................................. 72 US BANK PRIVATE CLIENT RESERVE.......................... 53 WARD, JOHN P............................................................... 89 WEST PORTLAND PHYSICAL THERAPY CLINIC...........................Winter Class Guide WEST SIDE ELECTRIC................................................... 82 ZUPAN’S MARKETS......................................................... 2

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Closing Thoughts Gary White is a 50-year MAC member with a wicked addiction to working out. A former regular at the Men’s Bar, White can now be found almost daily in the Exercise and Conditioning Room, chasing down an endorphin high.

From MACtini Madness to an Endorphin High S

ome time ago there was a MAC poster advertising a “MACtini Madness” party. I thought to myself, that had to have been a short event, an hour at most. People have to be in terrific shape to stand up to MACtinis. I know, I used to drink a lot of them.

We joined the club in the mid-’60s, and I think Jean was out of town with her folks when the welcome-to-MAC letter arrived. I invited my brother to dinner. I forgot the food but do remember we discovered MACtinis, and I was delighted at the cost: 85 cents.

Now, you can do all the adjusting for inflation you want, but that was cheap, even 50-plus years ago. We liked this madness so much we were back again the same week.

Because of too many MACtinis and other demon booze, I eventually had to quit drinking. I had evolved into an alcoholic. At age 50, I had reached – probably exceeded – my lifetime booze quota.

Two and three days a week in the gym gradually grew to five days. My time of choice was late afternoon, formerly cocktail hour.

Eventually, I started an exercise program thanks to a close and departed friend, Matt Dutton. He could handle booze so he is now up there at a bar in heaven. Remember, drinking is not a sin if you don’t have too many. If you go to your Winged M library, in the August 1997 issue, there is a laugh-packed story about Matt and me in the decathlon.

Two and three days a week in the gym gradually grew to five days. My time of choice was late afternoon, formerly cocktail hour.

What I eventually discovered is that a good workout is actually better than an hour in the bar. That sounds obvious, but I mean it in a mood-changing way. I can have a very mediocre day and not really feel too enthusiastic about a workout, but the habit is so ingrained that I go anyway. In the drinking days a mediocre day was a welcome excuse to drink. But there is a big difference: after the workout, I always feel terrific.

The endorphins have kicked in. You ask, what’s this about endorphins? Here is an edited encyclopedia definition: “Neurotransmitters found in the brain that have pain-relieving properties similar to morphine.” (Hey, that’s why it feels good.) Continuing: “…endorphins are also thought to be connected to physiological processes including euphoric feelings, appetite modulation… Prolonged, continuous exercise contributes to an increased production and release of endorphins, resulting in a sense of euphoria…” I am not sure about euphoria but I’ll take just feeling good.

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There is also much more good endorphin reading about stress reduction. No wonder there are more bodies exercising than drinking.

I was delighted to learn that consistent, strenuous exercise is fast becoming a part of alcohol and drug recovery programs. Here is news from a terrific article in the New York Times, Bodies in Motion, Clean and Sober. “When Todd… competes in the Ironman World Championship… it will mark his 12th Ironman event… But his path to the starting line was unconventional. He first learned of the endurance showcase while smoking crack cocaine… he describes his path of self-destruction as marked by drug dealing, arrests…

Today he runs Racing for Recovery, a foundation that encourages people battling dependency to exercise as a way to create muchneeded structure in their lives.”

I was not into crack cocaine, probably because I was too old and didn’t know where to get any. Besides, who needs cocaine when you have gin?

In the story, a clinical psychologist calls physical activity, “the perfect antidote to addiction.” Ordinary hobbies don’t suffice. He said, “Knitting is good but does not address the negative breakdown of the human spirit and human body. Exercise does.”

And this by John Newport, who writes on the subject: “As a wellness professional I am firmly convinced most people can easily add years to their life expectancies…by adopting an exercise regimen…This is by far the most powerful thing they can do to strengthen their commitment to sobriety and experience the full joy of recovery.” And take it from me, the full joy of recovery is true.

I am not a religious person, so the first of the 12 steps requiring surrender to a “higher power” has been questionable for me.

However, I would agree with and surrender to a 13th step: “Get your butt into the gym every day.” Hey, it is only an hour. Your mind and body deserve an hour a day.

–Gary W. White

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