| Monday, August 21, 2006 |
Breakfast with the Blues  Following a difficult 2005-06, Blues fans are itching to see their team get back on the ice. There is a renewed sense of optimism in the Gateway City as the boys of winter prepare for the 2006-07 season. With new ownership led by Dave Checketts and a new team president in John Davidson, the Blues have wasted no time in improving by landing several key off-season acquisitions.You can meet all of your favorite St. Louis Blues players at the annual M.A.C. Blues Breakfast Forum. This popular event offers fans the opportunity to hear Blues players and coaches discuss the new season. The event is Wednesday, Oct. 18. Click here for more information |
Have Dinner on Us! September downtown dining room special 
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| The Jack Buck Grille/Rendezvous Room wants to give you a free dinner! Dine at the JBG Tuesday though Friday throughout the month of September, and you will be entered into a drawing of all the reservations in attendance for the evening. If you are the lucky diner, you will receive a complimentary dinner for a maximum of four guests (all beverages excluded). So relax, enjoy great food and we may pick up your tab. |
Entrepreneur Support Club Starts at M.A.C. West |
| Give Yourself a Break Noon yoga class starts August 28  It's a typical Monday: The phones are ringing and your head is spinning. After the chaos of the morning, imagine letting it all go at a noon yoga class. Downtown's eight-week lunch hour yoga session, back for the fall is the perfect solution to Monday morning tension. You'll also get a great workout.Despite common misconceptions, yoga is very challenging. Even the toughest body builders may have a hard time holding a warrior pose or doing a back bend. Although it can be intense, yoga is wonderfully calming because every pose requires intense concentration; your mind can't wander. Click here for more information |
Improve Your Game with Duplicate Bridge Night  Like any pastime, bridge is more fun when you become a better player. The M.A.C. Bridge Club is introducing a great way to improve your bridge game: Duplicate Bridge Night on Thursday, Sept. 7 at M.A.C. West. The evening begins with an optional 5 p.m. dinner in the West Dining Room. Games begin at 7 p.m. You do not have to be an "expert" or even an experienced player to participate in Duplicate Bridge Night. In fact, playing duplicate is one of the best ways to become a better player. Call Courtney at 314-539-4402 to register today! Click here for more information |
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 Pro Shop Item of the Month Update your style with these fashionable Champion track jackets, available in black and blue. Throughout the month of August, you can purchase this jacket for 25 percent off. Regularly $34, get the track jacket, complete with a M.A.C. logo, for $25.50. Availability is limited, so hurry and get your jacket soon!Advertise in the Cherry Diamond Find 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.A Taste of Italy On Friday, Sept. 22, the M.A.C. Culinary Club is presenting "A Taste of Italy" at 6:30 p.m. in the West Dining Room. Explore the country's many regions with a five-course Italian meal complete with wine pairings. Each course will feature food and wine from a different region of Italy. Cost is $125 + gratuity, per couple. Call 314-539-4490 for reservations. |
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Do you ever feel like you’re alone in the business world? The Entrepreneur Support Club aims to motivate, educate and support you through the sometimes lonely and stressful road as an entrepreneur. The best person to help an entrepreneur is the entrepreneur. We are looking for entrepreneurs who are interested in meeting on a Monday morning once a month at M.A.C. West. The intent of this group is to interact with other entrepreneurs to get their perspectives, ideas, insights and support. For more information, contact Keith Vidal at 314-205-0088 or  |
  Tuesday, August 22 Join Instructor Dan Moriarty for a high-action, high-energy class that builds strength, speed and agility. Martial arts is one of the best mind-body workouts you can give yourself. Click here for more information. Tuesdays, 7 p.m. $20 per class West’s Fitness Room For more information or to sign up, please call the West Fitness Desk at 314-539-4433. |
  Monday, August 28 Give yourself a a real lunch break with this weekly yoga class. Release stress, stretch out and get a great muscular workout. Class will not be held on Labor Day, Monday, Sept. 4 Mondays, Noon-1 p.m. $50 per eight-week session To sign up or for more information, please e-mail Rick Schneider or call him at 314-539-4434. |
  Wednesday, August 30 Join the Charitable Society on your lunch hour to help elect officers and discuss ways to encourage fellow members to support the Club's charitable branch. The group needs you and your ideas! Noon to 1 p.m. West Dining Room RVSP to Susan Bowen at scbowen@prodigy.net or 314-822-5780. |
  Thursday, August 31 Join the M.A.C. Bridge Club for Bridge Night. Partners switch while playing rounds of "Chicago style" bridge. The evening's winner takes home a bottle of wine. 7 p.m. M.A.C. West West Wing, Banquet/Card Room Call 539-4402 for reservations |
  Friday, September 1 M.A.C. basketball has a long tradition at the Club. Hit the courts this fall with one of the M.A.C.'s three basketball leagues: Monday & Tuesday Open League, Wednesday Over 40 League and Thursday Open League. Click here to sign up now! |
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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