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Monday, April 28, 2008

Make Your Vote Count
Celebrate a Club tradition. Come to the Downtown Clubhouse on Election Day (Thursday, May 1) to vote, and then enjoy music by the Hula Poppers, a delicious buffet dinner, camaraderie and fun. Take a walk through the famed gauntlet, which corrals members through a stretch of handshakes, campaign promises and pleas for votes. Make your opinion count by voting for five candidates to serve on the Board of Governors. Polls are open at the Downtown Clubhouse from 7 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. The Gauntlet is open from noon-1:30 p.m. and 4-6 p.m. The Downtown Clubhouse will be closed to non-members on Thursday beginning at 1:30 p.m. After you cast your vote, enjoy a complimentary dinner buffet that will be served from 5:30-8 p.m. At 8 p.m., the results will be announced. Another great reason to be a part of the election action is to save some money. One lucky member will win free dues for a year!
Wheels and Meals with MAC Families
 Pack your bikes and helmets in the car and head to MAC West on Saturday, May 17, for the first annual Wheels and Meals with MAC Families from 4-7 p.m. The Families Club is inviting all young families to meet and socialize with other MAC families. Enjoy a casual pizza dinner while kids bike on the parking lot. The lot will be blocked to allow children an evening of safe bike riding. The cost is $10 per adult and $4 per child. Call Joan at 314-539-4490 by Tuesday, May 13, to reserve your spot today. Or you can sign up online. Click here to enter the member login area.

Mother's Day Brunch
With Mother’s Day just around the corner, there is no need to worry about how you’ll be treating mom. Take her to the MAC Mother’s Day Brunch, and she’ll have the best brunch in town. The buffet features an assortment of savory entrees and mouth watering desserts. Your mom will walk away feeling just like the queen she is. While everyone is looking their best for mom, be sure to get a family photo taken in the Art Lounge. Seatings in the Missouri and Crystal Rooms will be at 10 a.m., 11 a.m., noon and 1 p.m. The price for adults is $29.95, plus gratuity. The cost for children 4-12 is $13.95, plus gratuity. To make a reservation, call 314-539-4470. Or you can sign up online. Click here to enter the member login area.

Cardinals Tickets Available
The MAC has tickets available to several Cardinals games throughout the season. There are 2 seats available for $52 each ($104/game) in section 132, Row J, Seats 16 & 17. If you are interested in purchasing these tickets, please contact Larry Thompson at 314-539-4427.

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The Jack Buck Grille will also be open two hours prior to game time on select Sunday games. On May 4, the Cards battle the Cubs at Busch. The Grille will be open 2 hours prior to the game and the bar will remain open after the game is completed. The Jack Buck Grille is a great place to stop for a quick bite to eat or a refreshing beverage before the game. And if the Cards bring home a win on May 4, it will be the perfect place to celebrate a Redbirds victory.
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Cardinals Dining
 The Sportsman's Club will open at 11 a.m. on Monday-Saturday when there is an afternoon Cardinals game.

The Jack Buck Grille will open two hours prior to game time on the following Sundays:
May 4*
June 15
July 6*
August 3

* The Grille bar will remain open after the games.

Coming Events

Be a part of one of the great MAC traditions and attend the Election festivities. Help shape the future of the Club by selecting five candidates for the Board of Governors. Enjoy this day of old time politics, camaraderie and democracy in action.
Polls open at the Downtown Clubhouse: 7 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.
A complementary buffet dinner will be served from 5:30-8 p.m.


Head to the Jack Buck Grille for a night of funk, blues and groove.
6-9 p.m.
Call 314-539-4417 for a reservation.


Enjoy the gorgeous spring weather from the roof of the Downtown Clubhouse. Socialize while munching on appetizers and sipping on $2 bottle beers and $3 martinis. There will also be a live band.
6:30-11 p.m.
$14 + gratuity per person
Call 315-539-4470 for a reservation.


Put on your dancing shoes for an evening of dining and dancing in the Missouri Room. The price includes dinner, gratuity, parking and music by the Chaser's Fore.
6:30 p.m.- Cocktails
7 p.m.- Dinner
8:30-10:30 p.m.- Dancing
$33.50 per person, inclusive for Dinner Dance Club members
$40 per person, inclusive for non-Dinner Dance Club members
Call 314-539-4470 for a reservation.

Clubs within the Club Meetings


Tuesday, April 29 & May 6
West
Wednesday, April 30 & May 7
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.


Thursday, May 8
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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Basketball Sign ups Summer League basketball sign ups are currently underway. The Downtown League will begin the week of June 2. The West League will be played on Thursday nights beginning June 5. The 10-week league is $60. You can sign up for either or both leagues through the MAC Web site. Click here to sign up. The deadline to sign up is May 12. If you have any questions about the Downtown League, contact Jeff Tuhro at 314-539-4485 or for the West League, Tim Kelley at 314-539-4476.

Shoe Sale Don't miss the Allen Edmonds Unbelievable Shoe Sale on Tuesday, April 29, from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. in the Downtown lobby. All shoes, belts and accessories will all be at an unbelievable 25% off retail price. All Allen Edmonds reps will be on hand to help fit the right shoe for you. Free shoe shine with every purchase.


Taking Care of Business The Annual Business Meeting will be on Thursday, May 8. Club members are invited to attend this meeting to discuss current issues pertaining to the MAC and Board of Governors.


Nordic Walking Workshop Increase upper body strength and endurance, reduce stress on the joints and increase your caloric expenditure by up to 46% with nordic walking. Nordic walking is walking with nordic poles. MAC West will be hosting a demonstration on Thursday, May 8, from 6:15-7:30 p.m. in the MAC West Fitness Center. Participants will learn how to choose the right pole for their height, how to use the poles and how to maximize caloric burn. Be prepared to exercise. Registration is required by May 5, in the sign up book. Contact Barb Michael at Optimal Lifestyles, Inc. with questions at 314-984-0592.

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