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Monday, Jan. 12, 2009
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Fight Night at the MAC
Fight fans get ready for a boxing blowout as fighters from the St. Louis Metro Boxing Club will prepare to square off against ranked opponents at the fourth annual MAC Boxing Championships on Thursday, Feb. 26. Bouts will include various weight divisions. Cocktails and cigars begin at 6 p.m., followed by a steak dinner with all of the trimmings at 7 p.m. and the matches at 8:15 p.m. After 7 p.m., cocktails are by subscription only. There will be beer bucket specials all night. The price is $100, per person plus gratuity. If you want to be up close for all of the action, there are also a limited number of ring side seats available for $125, plus gratuity per person. This event is always a sell out, so be sure to make your reservations now before you get knocked out. Call 314-539-4470 for reservations. Or you can sign up online. Click here to enter the member login area.
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MAC Speaker Series
Take a break from your busy day to relax and enjoy the insightful commentary of a featured speaker at the Downtown Clubhouse. The new MAC Speaker Series offers you and your guests a chance to enjoy a delicious lunch while listening to interesting experts discuss a variety of topics. The first speaker featured in the series will be Eric Greitens. Eric will be at the Club on Wednesday, Jan. 28. The St. Louis native is a U.S. Navy Seal Officer and has traveled the world researching international humanitarian organizations’ ability to assist children in war-torn communities. He recently released a collection of essays, “Strength and Compassion,” which pairs his striking international photography taken from these travels with his personal reflections on strength, dignity, pity, hope and other human values. Speaker series events begin with lunch at 11:30 a.m., followed by the program at 12:15 p.m. The cost to attend is $20, which includes lunch and parking. To make a reservation, call 314-539-4470. Or you can sign up online. Click here to enter the member login area. |
Two Historic Clubs Team Up to Offer One Great Opportunity
For more than a century, the Missouri Athletic Club and Glen Echo Country Club have been regarded as two of the premier clubs in the Midwest. Now, the two historic clubs are teaming up to offer their members an exciting opportunity through a new reciprocal agreement. The agreement is already in effect. MAC and GECC members are to follow the house rules for each club. Here are the websites for the two Clubs: http://www.mac-stl.org/ and http://www.gecc.org/
Click here for reciprocal privileges for MAC and GECC members.
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Be a Better Bridge Player
If your bridge game is falling a little flat, try your hand at a bridge conventions class at MAC West. In January, beginner bridge players can learn new conventions; while more experienced players can review their tricks. Silver Life Master in Bridge Linda Powers will teach the class. This class offers something for everyone. Even if you are an experienced player, it does not hurt to refresh your skills. Bridge players will also learn about the convention card that is used when playing duplicate bridge. The class begins on Monday, Jan. 19, and continues each Monday through March 9, from 7 to 9 p.m. The cost to attend is $120 per person. Call Courtney at 314-539-4402 for reservations. |
The Cherry Diamond
New Ad Rates for the New Year
In today's business climate, it is more important than ever to get the word out and now is a great opportunity for MAC advertisers to choose the Cherry Diamond magazine. For more than a century, MAC members have had a tradition of conducting business with each other and the Cherry Diamond has been a vital communications vehicle. In 2009, the Cherry Diamond unveiled a new design and offering MAC members who are new advertiser’s lower rates. Contact Jim Wilson at 314-539-4488 or jwilson@mac-stl.org for details. |
Get in Shape!
By now you have been trying to stick to your New Year’s Resolution for almost two weeks. If you already feel yourself falling off the wagon, or if you need a little extra boost to keep you on target, the MAC has all of the answers for you. Not only do both Clubhouses have top of the line equipment for you to use at the gym, there are also ample opportunities to take different fitness classes and also personal trainers to push you to your goal. Fitness classes at the MAC are fun and are a great way to meet other members at the Club while achieving your fitness goals. Friendly and enthusiastic instructors motivate you throughout the class and will push you to your fullest potential. There are over 40 different classes available to take at either the West Clubhouse or Downtown. With that many options, you can surely find a class that fits into your schedule. If you need a little extra help, a personal trainer may be the best option for you. Personal trainers are knowledgeable and motivational and can provide you with individualized plans that suit your specific goals. Group training sessions are also available, so grab a few friends or your spouse and get into shape today. With all of the options available to you at the MAC, you have got nothing to lose but weight!
Click here for a full fitness class schedule.
Click here for more information about personal training.
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Coming
Events

Taught by Silver Life Master in Bridge Linda Powers.
7-9 p.m.
$120
Call 314-539-4402 for reservations.

Taught by professional ballroom dance instructor Susan Nyemchek.
7-9:30 p.m.
$50, inclusive per person for Dance Club members
$56, inclusive per person for Non-Dance Club members
Call 314-539-4402 for reservations.

Celebrate Valentine's Day with a fabulous dinner dance in the beautiful Missouri Ballroom sponsored by the Dance Club.
6 p.m.- Cocktail Reception
7 p.m.- Dinner
8 p.m.- Dancing until midnight
$50, per person, inclusive
Call 314-539-4470 for reservations.
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Clubs
within the Club Meetings
Wednesday,
Jan. 14 & 21
Downtown, Eads 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.
Downtown

Tuesday, Jan. 13
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!

Thursday, Jan. 15
Governor Bob Holden will be the featured guest. Governor Holden had a career in public service for 25 years, eight of which were as the Missouri State Treasurer and four as the Governor. He founded the Holden Public Policy Forum at Webster University, which is a forum for distinguished speakers to openly discuss ongoing public policy.
7:15 a.m.- Networking/Meet and Greet
7:30-8 a.m.- Presentation
8-8:30 a.m.- Discussion
Jack Buck Grille- Downtown
For more information or to join in, contact John Unger at junger@mis-corp.com or 314-575-3957.

Friday, Jan. 16
You know him as the respected, long-time Channel 2 reporter, and now the thoughtful host of KWMU radio’s St. Louis on the Air. Don Marsh began his career in broadcast journalism with the American Forces Network in Germany in 1960. His reporting has ranged from such tense and dangerous times as the building of the Berlin Wall and civil rights struggles in Baltimore, to illuminative conversations with celebrities of the Henry Fonda - Frank Sinatra rank. Since coming to St. Louis in 1971, Don has earned a reputation as one of the area’s most credible and reliable journalists. Now he has put his life, his career and his thoughts on the uncertain future of journalism into a new book, Flash Frames, which will be available for purchase after the meeting.
11:30 a.m.
MAC West
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Side Dishes

Charity Check Presentation The Charitable Society has been working hard collecting donations from members and employees all year, and it's now time to present the three benefiting charities for 2008 with their checks. Join the Charitable Society in presenting checks to Covenant House, Sherwood Forest Camp and Sunnyhill, Inc. The 2009 benefiting charities will also do a short presentation on their organizations. The presentation will be on Tuesday, Jan. 13, from 7:30 to 8:45 a.m. at MAC West. The cost to attend is $15, and will include a variety of breakfast items, juices and coffee. Please RSVP to Sarah at 314-539-4490 if you plan to attend.

Sunday Brunch at MAC West The last weekly brunch at the West Clubhouse will be on Sunday, Jan. 25. Throughout the year, West will hold specialty brunches on select Sundays. Watch for details in upcoming issues of the Buffet and Cherry Diamond.

Fox Tickets Available There are still several tickets available to upcoming shows at the Fox. The MAC is offering a premium theater package, which includes a ticket to the show, delicious dinner and transportation to and from the theater. The package is only $125, per person. Tickets are still available to Cirque Dreams Jungle Fantasy on Thursday, March 26 and A Chorus Line on Thursday, May 21. If you are interested in purchasing tickets, contact Courtney at 314-539-4402.
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