Monday, January 9, 2006

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M.A.C. Hermann Trophy Winners Announced
Senior forwards Christine Sinclair and Jason Garey win the prestigious award
Senior forward Christine Sinclair of the University of Portland and senior forward Jason Garey of the University of Maryland are the winners of the 2005 Missouri Athletic Club's Hermann Trophy, presented to the top female and male players in NCAA Division I soccer based on a vote of Division I coaches who are current members of the National Soccer Coaches Association of America (NSCAA). Their selections were announced live to a national television audience on ESPNews. The winning duo shares a couple of things in common; they each helped their team win the national championship, and they have each been named the NSCAA/adidas Scholar Athlete of the Year.

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An American Cookbook:
The Kelly Twins

Mexican, Chinese and sushi are popular ethnic cuisines. American food is a term rarely used in the U.S., and when used, it generally brings forth images of hamburgers and pizza.

Margaret and Bridget Kelly, known as the "Kelly Twins," bring an entirely new meaning to the meaning of American food. They are dedicated to our national and regional heritage of cooking and want to help you get back to the basics. Join the Kelly Twins at the M.A.C. on Wednesday, Jan. 18 for a little homegrown advice ... and some dinner.

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What's New in Water World
Introducing a children's swimming clinic
In 1947, age-group swimming did not exist on a national level. Few aquatic stars ever developed to their fullest because there was no system of swimming competition graduated by age.

This all changed when former M.A.C. Athletic Director Carl O. Bauer served as the National AAU sub-chairman for Novice and Junior swimming. He planted the seed, and today, age-group swimming is a daily term in the aquatic world.

Richard L. Nix Sr. coached swimming under Bauer and now wants to pass on his competitive swimming philosophy to today’s M.A.C. children. Nix plans to conduct a six-week competitive swimming workshop for first to eighth grade M.A.C. members. The classes will start on Sunday, Feb. 5 and end on Sunday, March 12.

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Learn Big Business Secrets
Former Emerson CEO Charles Knight reveals the book he went by

Ensure your company's success, increase your earnings and learn the secrets behind long-term performance. Come to the M.A.C. on Thursday, Jan. 26, for an important insight into the business world and its well-kept secrets.

After repeated questions and longtime probing, former Emerson Chairman and CEO Charles F. Knight shares the secret behind his company’s success in his new book, “Performance Without Compromise: How Emerson Consistently Achieves Winning Results." After repeated questions and longtime probing.” On Jan. 26, he is coming to the M.A.C. to discuss his new book, sign copies of the masterpiece and reveal important tips to keep your business thriving.

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The Mother of a Nation
A story of one woman's strength unfolds at the Fox
"And say, What is thy mother? A lioness: She lay down among lions, she nourished her cubs among young lions."
- Ezekiel

Golda Meir stood strong like a lioness in a terminal battle between war and peace. She was a mother to the entire Israeli population during one of the nation's most devastating wars, the Yom Kippur war.

Four-time Emmy Award-winning television and motion picture star Valerie Harper portrays former Israeli Prime Minister Golda Meir (1969-1973) in the Broadway smash, Golda's Balcony. The record-breaking stage hit recently completed 15 sold-out months on Broadway, and it's making its way to the Fox Theatre in April.

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Downtown Pro Shop's
Item of the Month

Starting in 2006, the Pro Shop will offer a discounted item of the month. January's item is a handsome jean shirt, complete with an embroidered M.A.C. emblem. Throughout January, buy this shirt 50 percent off.
Side Dishes
A Midday Break. Add a little spice to your Monday routine. Try lunchtime Yoga at the Downtown Clubhouse. Classes start on Monday, Jan. 9, and run for eight weeks. Click here for more details.

Do you like a good deal? Don't miss the monthly ads in the Cherry Diamond and The Buffet for the Downtown Pro Shop's Item of the Month. Select gear will be offered at a discounted price each month.

Valentine's Day treat. Make the holiday extra special for your honey this year. Attend the Valentine's Ball for a super sweet night of dining and dancing. Look forward to more details in The Buffet next week. Call 314-539-4470 for reservations.

Four new ways to get fit. If you need some new ways to get fit in the New Year, be sure to check out four new fitness classes at M.A.C. West. Perfect your golf swing, spin and sculpt, mix it up or fuse it all together with these new classes. Click here for more details.

Leftovers
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Monday, January 16
If you’ve always wanted to learn how to play Bridge but been afraid to try, now is the time. Join Silver Life Master Linda Powers for fun lessons in an internationally renowned game.

Mondays, Jan. 16 to March 6
7-9 p.m.
$120 per person
M.A.C. West, West Wing Banquet Room/Card Room

For reservations, please call Courtney Kranz at 314-539-4402 or e-mail her at
ckranz@mac-stl.org.


Tuesday, January 17
Interested in relationship building? Want to improve your networking skills and meet other M.A.C. members? Then you want to join the M.A.C. Breakfast Network. We meet the first and third Tuesday of every month.

7:15 a.m. - Coffee, rolls and juice
7:30 - 8:30 a.m. - Breakfast and meeting
Downtown

For more information or to register, call Greg Nooney at
314-241-6916 or e-mail him at jpnoon@swbell.net.


Wednesday, January 18
The Kelly Twins, hosts of the St. Louis-based cooking show, "Twice Baked," will teach you to use the perfect blend of local food products for a unique, Missouri taste. Enjoy a delicious meal to follow.

6:30 p.m.
$49.95, inclusive
Missouri Room

For reservations, please call
314-539-4402.


Wednesday, January 18
The Stogie Club is hosting a smokin’ hot cigar tasting and happy hour in the Sportsman’s Club. Everyone in attendance will receive two drink tickets, hors d’oeuvres and parking.

6:30-8:30 p.m.
$12.95 for Stogie Club members
$14.95 for non-members
Sportsman’s Club

For reservations, please call
314-539-4402.


Thursday, January 26
Enjoy drinks at college-kid prices with $2 beers and other drink specials. Then, sit back in a professional atmosphere with a laid-back personality. Munch on free hors d' oeuvres and groove to the music while chatting with friends or playing billiards.

4:30-7:30 p.m.
Free
The 4th Floor Sportsman’s Club
at the Downtown Clubhouse

Call Julie Kueper at 539-4408 or e-mail her at jkueper@mac-stl.org if you have any questions.


Thursday, January 26
After repeated questions and longtime probing, former Emerson Chairman and CEO Charles F. Knight shares the secrets behind his company's success in his new book, "Performance Without Compromise: How Emerson Consistently Achieves Winning Results." Come to the M.A.C. for a chance to meet the famed businessman, get a book signed and learn some important business secrets.

11 a.m. - Social Cocktail Hour (Cash Bar)
Noon - Lunch
12:45 p.m. - Presentation, Charles Knight
$20, inclusive
Downtown
Following the event, books will be on sale, and Knight will available to sign them.

For reservations, please call
314-539-4470.


Friday, January 27
Go wild and join the Rod and Gun Club at the Wild Game and Fish Feast. Dine on meaty delicacies, accompanied with a buffet full of salad bar favorites, pasta treats and good-for-you vegetables. A cash bar will be available, as well.

6 p.m.
$24.95, inclusive
Art Lounge

For reservations, please call
314-539-4402.
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