| Monday, August 7, 2006 |
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| First Rams Preseason Game Head to the M.A.C. before Aug. 10 game  It's a fresh start for the Rams. With new Head Coach Scott Linehan and 10 draft picks, things are looking good for the St. Louis football team. Celebrate new beginnings at the first preseason game on Thursday, Aug. 10. Before watching the Rams battle the Colts at 7 p.m., head to the Sportsman's Club for a dinner buffet from 5-7 p.m. ($23.95). Before or after the game say a toast to the Rams' fresh start at the Sportsman's Club Bar, open from 5 p.m. to midnight. Mark your calendars for the next preseason game: Saturday, Aug. 19, Texans, 7 p.m. Click here for a full schedule |
Renowned Jazz Performer to Sing at the Jack Buck Grille  Local jazz singer Erin Bode has a warm, honest and engaging voice that is hard to forget. If you've ever seen her live, you know her performances make a lasting impression. For an unforgettable evening, make plans now to see Bode live at the Missouri Athletic Club's Jack Buck Grille/Rendezvous Room. Her exquisite music will be accompanied with a special three-course dinner, included as part of the admission.After performing at famous venues in New York, Washington D.C. and Italy, the Erin Bode Group will be back to the M.A.C. on Friday, Oct. 6, and Friday, Nov. 3. Click here for more information |
Play of the Hand Bridge Classes at the M.A.C.  Before there were televisions, Internet and telephones, people played Bridge for entertainment. Its complex and challenging character has kept minds racing since its origination in Britain during the early 16th century. Bridge has since spread and changed with the times, but it is still played across the globe by all ages.Open yourself up to this new world of friendships by perfecting your Bridge abilities. Learn to play the game for the first time or freshen up your bidding skills with Linda Powers, a Silver Life Master in Bridge. Click here for more information |
 Advertise in the Cherry DiamondFind out what many of your fellow members have already discovered. Advertising in the Cherry Diamond works! Click here for more information, or call Jim Wilson, 314-539-4488, or e-mail him |
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 Fall Basketball Leagues begin the week of Sept. 18. The Open League will play on Monday and Tuesday evenings at the downtown clubhouse. The Over 40 League will play downtown on Wednesday nights. On Thursdays, the action will shift to M.A.C. West for another Open League. Click here to sign up now! The deadline to sign up is Friday, Sept. 1. Cardinals Food and Shuttle Service Notice Sunday restaurant and shuttle services will no longer be available at the downtown clubhouse before Sunday Cardinals games. For all weekday and Saturday games the Jack Buck Grille/Rendezvous Room will be open, and shuttle services will be available. Adult-Child Tennis Tournament and BBQ On Saturday, Aug. 12, attend this club-wide competition featuring three divisions. The tennis tournament is a round-robin event with four eight-game sets. Play will take place from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. A barbecue lunch, included in the price, will be available from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Cost is $35 per team. Registration and more information is available at the West Pro Shop. Entry deadline is Thursday, Aug. 10. |
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The Military History meets on the fourth Tuesday of each month in the Veteran's Room on the fourth floor of the downtown clubhouse. Lunch is served at 11:45 a.m., and the meeting starts at 12:15 p.m. and ends at 1 p.m. |
  Tuesday, August 8 & Thursday, August 10 Synchronized swimming is a sport of beauty and grace. The Clayton Shaw Swim Team will hold a synchronized swimming clinic at M.A.C. West in August. Click here for more information. $25, members $40, members' guests For more information or to register, please call Tim Kelley at 314-539-4476. |
  Thursday, August 10 Rams season is here. Celebrate the first pre-season game against the Colts with a buffet dinner before the game. Sportsman’s Club: Dinner Buffet: 5-7 p.m., $23.95 Pre & Post Game: Sportsman’s Club Bar, 5 p.m.-Midnight |
  Saturday, August 12 This club-wide competition will feature three divisions, so all levels of play can participate! The tennis tournament is a round-robin event with four eight-game sets. A barbecue lunch is included in the price. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. - BBQ lunch $35, per team Registration and more information is available at the West Pro Shop. Entry deadline is Thursday, Aug. 10. |
  Tuesday, August 15 Meet other members and get to know the Club better with this networking group. There's no obligation or member fee to join. 7:15 a.m. - Coffee, rolls and juice 7:30 - 8:30 a.m. - Breakfast and meeting $15 for breakfast Downtown For more information or to register, e-mail Greg Nooney or call him at 314-241-6916. |
  Tuesday, August 15 Approach work, family and everyday interactions with more confidence. Enroll in a three-hour self-defense workshop to feel more powerful in threatening situations as well as everyday challenges! It is a very powerful course. Moriarty's self-defense program is designed to teach you to feel more confident, manage your fear and respond to attacks effectively in the face of danger. 6-9 p.m. $75 (it's a $125 value) M.A.C. West Call the M.A.C. West Fitness Desk to reserve your space, 314-539-4433. |
Club events are subject to gratuity. Cancellations must be made at least 72 hours before the event to avoid a one-third charge. No shows will be charged in full. Please call with your own reservation. |
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