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Monday, Dec. 3, 2007

Christmas Dining
With all of the craziness of the holiday season fast approaching, why not check one thing off of your list by making a reservation for Christmas Brunch, Christmas Eve Dinner or Christmas Dinner at the MAC. You will save yourself the hassle of the grocery shopping, meal preparation and clean up by bringing your family to the MAC. There are dining opportunities available at both the Downtown and West Clubhouses. MAC West is offering a Christmas Brunch on Sunday, Dec. 23 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for $29.95 for adults, $13.95 for children ages 6-12 and free or children under 6. They also will be having a Christmas Eve Dinner on Monday, Dec. 24 from 5-7 p.m. The cost for Christmas Eve Dinner is $40 per person. To make reservations for dining at MAC West call 314-539-4441. MAC Downtown will also offer a Christmas Eve Dinner in the Jack Buck Grille from 4-9 p.m. Call 314-539-4417 for a reservation. On Christmas Day, the Downtown Clubhouse will serve dinner. Seatings will be at 4, 5 and 6 p.m. The cost is $29.95, plus gratuity for adults, $9.95, plus gratuity for children age 6-12 and free for children under 6. Make a reservation by calling 314-539-4470. This holiday season let the MAC do all of the work for you. You can also register online. Click here to enter the member login area.

Now Downtown by Popular Demand
Re-energize after a tiring workout, enjoy an afternoon pick me up or start your morning right with a delicious and refreshing smoothie. They are the most popular selling item at West, and now you can get freshly made smoothies at the Downtown Clubhouse. The most popular flavors are being offered. They are strawberry silk, peachy banana and mocha frappe. For those needing an extra boost, you can also order an MAC Power Smoothie, which is the mocha frappe smoothie with whey protein, soy milk, ½ a banana and almonds. To order your tasty treat, call 314-539-4487. Orders are picked up on the 4th floor. Smoothies can be ordered Monday through Saturday from 7 a.m. – 3 p.m. Smoothies cost $4.75, and an extra 50 cents for whey protein.

Plan a Great Friday Evening Out
The wildly popular Theo Peoples will make his second appearance at the Downtown Clubhouse on Friday, Dec. 28. Peoples performed for a sold out crowd last time, and judging by the stellar performance he gave, reservations will surely go fast. Enjoy a gourmet three-course meal in the Jack Buck Grille while you’re serenaded by Peoples smooth jazz rhythms from his days as the lead singer of The Temptations and The Four Tops. The price is $75, plus gratuity, per person. Call 314-539-4417 to reserve a table today. You can also register online. Click here to enter the member login area.

Celebrate 2008
An Evening with the Stars

Ring in the New Year like a star. Hit the red carpet and make your way to the MAC’s New Year’s Eve Celebration. It is the longest running and most glamorous New Year's Eve party in St. Louis. With overnight guest room specials, delicious meals and hors d’oeuvres and a champagne toast, the MAC is the only place to be at midnight on Dec. 31. The cost is $125 + gratuity, per person. Call 314-539-4470 to make your reservation now. You can also register online. Click here to enter the member login area.

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Edge Up Your Business Potential
Give yourself an edge up in the business world today. The world-famous Dale Carnegie Course is coming to the Club for a 12-week course in leadership. This program will help you master the capabilities demanded in today’s tough business environment. You will learn how to utilize the five drivers of success in business: self-confidence, communication, leadership, interpersonal skills and reduced stress. After the 12-week course you will be able to speak with conviction and inspire others to take action. The course will help excel you as a consensus builder and to utilize a process to strengthen relationships. The Dale Carnegie Training Course boasts successful graduates such as former Rams coach Dick Vermeil, Business buff Warren Buffet and Chef and TV personality Emeril Lagasse. The course begins on Monday, Jan. 7 and continues each Monday evening from 6:30-9:30 p.m. For reservations, call Dale Carnegie Training- St. Louis at 314-439-8090. For further information, contact Jonathan Jones at 314-608-0783. You can also visit their Web site at www.stlouis.dalecarnegie.com

Book Your Holiday Party at the MAC
Treat your office or group to a holiday party at the MAC. There are many options that can fit the needs of any group you may be a part of. From small gatherings to large office parties, the MAC has space for it all. Banquet space is going fast, so book your holiday party now. Rooms are available to seat groups as small as 10 to as large as 400. Another great option for a holiday gathering is to treat your office or group to lunch in the Sportsman’s Club or dinner in the Rendezvous Room or Jack Buck Grille. There are smaller alcoves available to seat your group for a private dining experience. With homemade and freshly baked desserts, breads and pastries, you’re guests’ taste buds will be sweetly satisfied.

To reserve banquet space, call the Catering office at 314-539-4470. For reservations in the Sportsman’s Club, contact 314-539-4487. For reservations in the Rendezvous Room or Jack Buck Grille, contact 314-539-4470. Let the MAC make your holiday gathering something to remember.
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Coming Events


Enjoy good company and a good stogie.
6 p.m. - Hors d'oeuvres
$22.50, + gratuity for Stogie Club members
$25, + gratuity for non-Stogie Club members

MAC Downtown
Call 314-539-4470 for reservations.


Join St. Nick for a quick visit and photo opportunity. All of your Family Night buffet favorites will be featured on these special evenings. The menus are posted below.
Seatings at 5:45 and 7:30 p.m.
Adults - $18.95 + gratuity
Children (Ages 3-12) - $10.95 + gratuity
Children under 3 - Gratis
Call 539-4490 for reservations.


Santa Claus is coming to town to engage in this 23-year-old tradition at the Downtown Clubhouse. Every child in attendance will receive a gift and have the opportunity to get his/her photo taken with jolly old St. Nick. Kids will also have the chance to listen to Christmas carols, decorate gingerbread houses and get their face painted.
8:30 to 11 a.m.
Adults - $21.95 + gratuity
Children (Ages 1-12) - $13.95 + gratuity
Missouri Room
Call 539-4470 for reservations.




Enjoy a meal and a close walk to the stadium before cheering on the home team.
10 a.m.
$22.95
Downtown
Call 314-539-4470 for reservations.

Clubs within the Club Meetings


Tuesday, Dec. 4 & Dec. 11
West
Wednesday, Dec. 5 & Dec. 12
Downtown, St. Louis Room
Established in 1924, Toastmasters® is a time-tested program that improves public speaking skills. Within weeks of joining, members walk with more confidence and win respect from colleagues and employees. MAC Toastmasters® can help you undergo this miraculous transformation for yourself.
5:30-6:30 p.m.


Friday, Dec. 14
Noon
West Clubhouse
Call 314-539-4490 for reservations.


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Winter Basketball Sign Ups Sign up today for the Winter Basketball League. The winter leagues will tip off in January. The Open League will be on Monday and Tuesday evenings Downtown, beginning Jan. 7. The league is limited to the first 96 players to sign up. The Over 40 League will play on Wednesday evenings at the Downtown Clubhouse beginning Jan. 9. On Thursday nights, MAC West will have an Open League beginning Jan. 10. The deadline for signing up is Dec. 14 or until all the spots are filled. The cost is $60. To sign up, please click here and go to league sign ups.


Charitable Society The MAC Charitable Society will be taking donations for the 2007 charities up until Friday, Dec. 14. The three charities, Dream for a Day, Places for People and Foster & Adoptive Care Coalition, will be presented with checks for the money collected at a special awards presentation on Monday, Jan. 7 at MAC West at 7:30 a.m. At this ceremony, the Charitable Society will also announce the three charities that have been chosen for 2008. To donate, please print a donation form from the Web at http://www.mac-stl.org/cwc1010.htm.
You can also contact Chairman Sam Hopmeier at 314-799-6185 or the Accounting Department at 314-539-4432.


JBG Extended Hours
On Saturday, Dec. 22, the Jack Buck Grille will offer their full dining menu until midnight. Families attending the Veiled Prophet Ball can celebrate with a meal afterwards at the MAC. The JBG is normally only open until 10 p.m.


Holiday Gift Ideas
Don't forget the MAC is a great place to check off some people on your Christmas list. You can purchase gift certificates for dining, personal training, massage and anything else you may do at the Club. To purchase a gift certificate, contact the Accounting Department Downtown at 314-539-4432 or the Front Desk at West at 314-539-4444.

 

 


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