| Monday, December 11, 2006 |
This Week at the M.A.C.  We're officially in the midst of the holiday season, which means there are plenty of things to do at the Missouri Athletic Club. Get in the spirit at one of the Club's many seasonal events this week: the Christmas Dinner Dance, Family Night with Santa, a Fox Theatre trip to "A Christmas Carol" or a Christmas Brunch. Or, if you're ready for a "time out" from the Christmas celebrations, take a sports break with the Jack Buck Sports Awards or a Rams buffet. No matter what mood you're in this week, there's an event at the Club that is suited for you. Click here for more information |
M.A.C. Holiday Gift Ideas  Part of the Missouri Athletic Club's job is to make your life easier. This holiday season, the M.A.C. knows you want to avoid the crowded shopping malls. That's why the Club has plenty of unique gift ideas right here in your very own Club. Give your wife a pampering package of a massage and pedicure or get your daughter a new racquet and lessons with a pro. Spend an afternoon at the M.A.C. and get half of your shopping done right here in your own clubhouse! Your loved ones will be tickled when they see the unique gifts you came up with.Click here for more information |
Ring in New Year's at the Missouri Athletic Club  Whether you're in the mood for a low-key evening or an elegant gala, head to the M.A.C. to ring in the New Year. As always, the M.A.C. will host the party of the year, the New Year's Eve Gala, on Sunday, Dec. 31. If you'd prefer a more private gathering, head to the Jack Buck Grille/Rendezvous Room for an elegant sit-down dinner. Either way, you'll welcome 2007 with a clink of glasses, delicious food and great service. Click here for more information |
| Take the Plunge Help Your Child Swim Faster at the Downtown Club’s 2007 Free Clinic  Cold days and little access to a pool can prevent a lot of competitive swimmers from getting water time in the winter. Instead of letting your child’s swimming skills wane during the colder months, the Downtown Clubhouse is bringing its popular swimming clinic back for the second year in a row. This six-week workshop is intended to help kids, from first to eighth grade, who already know the basics of swimming and want to focus on improving their skills. Classes will be held from 2 to 3 p.m. on Sundays, from Jan. 7 to Feb. 11, barring a Rams playoff game.Click here for more information |
| Be on the Defense Take Defensive Bridge Lessons  Learn about an integral part of bridge most ignore: defense. On Mondays from Jan. 22 to March 12, the M.A.C. Bridge Club will sponsor defensive bridge lessons at M.A.C. West. Linda Powers, a silver life master in bridge, will teach you to sharpen you defensive skills and make the game more fun and exciting.This class will teach you how to communicate with partners through defensive signals and play more difficult for a declarer. You will also learn about correct leads and the reasons behind second hand low and third hand high. By playing good defense, you often make a good declarer seem average. Come join the fun on Mondays from 7 to 9 p.m. The eight-week session costs $120. To make reservations, please call Courtney Kranz at 539-4402. |
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 Christmas Eve Rams Game Notice On Sunday, Dec. 24, before and after the Rams noon game against Washington, dining service will be held in the Missouri Room and Sportsman's Club as usual. The Jack Buck Grille, however, will be closed due to Christmas Eve dinner preparations. The buffet schedule is as follows:
Missouri Room Breakfast Buffet: 9 a.m.-Noon, $20.95 Sportsman’s Club Breakfast Buffet: 10 a.m.-Noon, $20.95 Sportsman’s Club Bar Hours: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Post Game: Sportsman’s Club: appetizers, 3-5 p.m. Billikens Bus Make the M.A.C. your pre-game destination before all Billikens home games. You can park in the M.A.C. garage and dine at the Club prior to the game. When you dine or drink in the Jack Buck Grille, you can enjoy round-trip transportation to and from the Scottrade Center in the comfort of the M.A.C. shuttle bus. Click here for a list of home games. Thinking of Running a Marathon (or a Half Marathon)? The Downtown M.A.C. wants to help you train for the St. Louis Marathon on April 15. Recommended workouts will be posted daily in the cardio rooms, or pick up a master calendar for those days you can’t make it to the Club. It’s easier than you think! The marathon training will begin today, Monday, Dec. 11 and the half-marathon training on Monday, Jan. 22. Call Jeff Tuhro at 314-539-4485 if you have any questions. Wine Cellar Dinners Every weekend in December, the downtown Rendezvous Room will take a tasting tour of four different regions. Sample three gourmet courses paired with two flavorful wines that are unique to specific areas of the world. Call 314-539-4417 to make reservations. Price is $30 per person. Click here for details. |
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  Monday, December 11 to Sunday, December 17 Shop at the M.A.C. this Christmas and get 15 percent off already member-discounted prices in the Downtown and West Pro Shops. This includes all clearance items! |
  Monday, December 11 Stop by the M.A.C. for a dinner buffet before watching the Rams battle the Bears. Game Time - 7:30 p.m. Missouri Room Dinner Buffet: 5-7:30 p.m., $23.95 Sportsman’s Club Dinner Buffet: 5-7:30 p.m., $23.95 Jack Buck Grille: 3 p.m.-Midnight Jack Buck Grille: Appetizers, 9-10 p.m. |
  Wednesday, December 13 Torry Holt will be honored among the distinguished sports personalities at the 37th annual Sports Awards Dinner. 6 p.m. - Cocktails (Cash Bar) 6:45 p.m. - Dinner 8 p.m. - Program $125, inclusive |
  Thursdays, December 14, February 10 & May 11 Dine and dance at this festive Christmas gathering. 6:30 p.m. - Cocktail Reception (cash bar) 7-8 p.m. - Three-course dinner 8:30-10:30 p.m. - Dancing $32.50, inclusive, for Dinner Dance Club members $39, inclusive, for non-members. For reservations, call 539-4470. |
  Friday, December 15 These special nights will feature a visit from Santa and all of your Family Night buffet favorites. Seatings at 5:45 & 7 p.m. Adults - $17.95 + gratuity Children (Age 3-12) - $9.95 + gratuity Children under age 3 - gratis Call 539-4490 for reservations. |
  Friday, December 15 Don't miss this Charles Dickens' classic about an old miser, Ebenezer Scrooge, who hates Christmas. 5:15 p.m. $125 - Includes a three-course dinner, glass of wine, ticket to show and transportation. For reservations, call 539-4402. |
  Friday, December 15 Join this group for a discounted lunch buffet and a great way to socialize and plan activities. Stick around and play cards. The group welcomes new members. $10 - Lunch buffet M.A.C. West Call 539-4490 to attend |
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  Tuesday, December 19 Meet other members and get to know the Club better with this networking group. 7:15 a.m. - Coffee, rolls and juice 7:30-8:30 a.m. - Breakfast and meeting $15 for breakfast Downtown For more, e-mail Greg Nooney or call him at 314-241-6916. |
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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