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Monday, Jan. 7, 2008

By-law Amendments Pass
Voting on the amendments to the bylaws concluded on Friday, Dec. 21. All amendments passed.

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Heat Up Your Winter Routine
Forget the frigid temperatures outside; things are heating up at the MAC. The Downtown Clubhouse is offering another session of ballroom dance lessons. This set of lessons will not only feature ballroom dancing, but also will include the tango, the cha cha, swing dancing and the fox trot. Lessons are for anyone, no matter the skill level. If you are a beginner, class will be from 7-8:30 p.m. More advanced dancers will stay until 9:30 p.m. Professional Ballroom Dance Instructor Susan Nyemchek will once again instruct the class. Lessons begin on Tuesday, Jan. 22, and continue through Feb. 26. The cost is $50, inclusive per person for Dance Club members and $56, inclusive per person for non-Dance Club members. Make your reservation to attend by calling Courtney at 314-539-4402.

Get an Extra Fitness Push
If you feel stuck in a fitness rut, a personal trainer may be just what you need to get motivated and on the right track. Personal trainers at the MAC are a great resource available to you right at the Club. Not only are they enthusiastic, knowledgeable and experienced, they also work with you to fit sessions into your busy schedule. Personal trainers help to track your progress and give you that extra push you need to meet your fitness goals. Sessions cost $42.50/hour and $27.50/ half hour. If you need additional information in regards to MAC Personal Training, please contact Tim Kelley at 314-539-4476 or Becky Keightley at 314-539-4428 in the MAC West Fitness Center. For downtown training, please call Jeff Tuhro at 314-539-4485 or Rick Schneider at 314-539-4434. You may also contact the trainers directly. Visit the personal training page on the MAC Web site to get more information on the trainers by clicking here.

Famed Notre Dame B-ball Coach to Visit MAC
Digger Phelps, the winningest basketball coach in Notre Dame's storied athletic history, will be at the MAC on Friday, Jan. 25, from 9 - 11 a.m. The legendary coach will discuss his latest book, "Undertaker's Son: Life Lessons from a Coach", with KMOX Radio host Charlie Brennan as part of the Fontbonne Book of the Month Program. Phelps spent 20 years in coaching and is now a basketball analyst for ESPN. If you would like to see Coach Phelps in the Missouri Room, call the MAC at 314-539-4470 for reservations. There is no charge to attend.

Advance Your Tricks
 Try your hand at new tricks with advanced bridge lessons at the MAC. If you already have the basics of the game down, these lessons are perfect for you. Linda Powers, Silver Life Master in Bridge, will be teaching modern day conventions used by more advanced players. The lessons will be held on Mondays, Jan. 14 - March 3, at the West Clubhouse from 7-9 p.m. Please call Courtney Freeman at 314-539-4402 for more information or to sign up.

Learn How to Grow Your Business and Referral Network
The MAC Business Development Group had its origin from a Club Within A Club named the Breakfast Club. As a result of the efforts of the Breakfast Club, it provided the foundation to allow the MAC Membership to strengthen and re-brand the Breakfast Club into primarily a business, but also a social networking group for MAC members to actively participate in on a regular basis. Hence, its name was changed to the MAC Business Development Group. The group meets monthly at both the Downtown and West Clubhouses to make it more convenient for members.

Click here for more details on the Business Development Group and a schedule of upcoming meetings.
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Coming Events


The MAC annually presents college soccer's version of the Heisman Trophy to the top male and female players in the country. Join a national television audience on ESPNews for the announcement of this year's winners.
5:45 p.m. - Cocktail Reception
6 p.m. - Press Conference
7 p.m. - Dinner
8 p.m. - Program
$60, inclusive
MAC Downtown
Call 314-539-4470 for reservations.


This class is for the experienced bridge player that wants to take their game a step further. You will learn some of the modern day conventions being used by more advanced players.
7-9 p.m.
$120 per person, inclusive
West Clubhouse
Call 314-539-4402 for reservations.

Clubs within the Club Meetings


Tuesday, Jan. 8 & Jan. 15
West
Wednesday, Jan. 9 & Jan. 16
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.


The MAC Business Development Group
Thursday, Jan. 10 & Jan. 24
West
The topic for the meeting is "Building a Business from Scratch." It will feature a speaker who will inform you how to develop your concept and vision, which will eventually lead you to opening a franchise location. The MAC Business Development Group is a business and social networking group to assist members in receiving business ideas and referrals while assisting other members with their businesses too.
5:30 p.m.
Call 314-539-4446 for reservations.
Guests are welcome!


Thursday, Jan. 17
You do not have to be an "expert" to participate in Duplicate Bridge Night. Playing duplicate is a good way to become a better player.
6:30 p.m. - Games Begin
West Clubhouse
Call Courtney at 314-539-4402 to register today!
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Side Dishes

Hermann Trophy Banquet There is still time to make your reservation for the Hermann Trophy Banquet on Friday, Jan. 11. The Hermann Trophy is presented to the top male and female collegiate soccer player and is broadcast at a live press conference on ESPNnews. The cost is $60, inclusive. Call 314-539-4470 for a reservation.

Manicure/Pedicure Room Take an hour out of your day to enjoy a manicure or pedicure at MAC West. The West Hair Care Center has recently expanded and now features a pedicure chair and manicure station. West Manicurist Linda Norman is available for services on Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. For an appointment, call 314-539-4454.


New Yoga Session A new yoga session has begun at the Downtown Clubhouse. This 8-week session will go from noon to 1 p.m. You can sign up for the full 8-week session or individual classes. Contact Rick Schneider for more information or to sign up at 314-539-4434.


Dale Carnegie Course Date Change The Dale Carnegie Course scheduled to being on Monday, Jan. 7, will now begin on Monday, Jan. 28. There is still time to sign up to help enhance your business edge. Contact the Dale Carnegie Center in St. Louis at 314-439-8090 to make a reservation.


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