Monday, May 4, 2009

Election Day is Thursday
Show your Club spirit and experience the excitement of MAC election night on Thursday, May 7. Cast your vote, enjoy a complimentary dinner and stick around for the announcement of the election results. For decades members have gathered in the Downtown lobby to cast their vote and select the next class of the Board of Governors. Walk through the famed gauntlet amidst campaign promises and handshakes. Members must have their membership card with them to enter the Club on Election Day. Polls will open at the Downtown Clubhouse at 7 a.m. and stay open until 6:30 p.m. A complimentary buffet dinner will be served in the Missouri and Eads Rooms from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Please call 314-539-4470 for reservations. Come share in the camaraderie with fellow members, and help shape the future of the Club.
If you are unable to attend Election Day at the Downtown Clubhouse, the West Clubhouse will have silent voting on Wednesday, May 6, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the West Banquet room.

Fine Wine Times in May
May is the time for Wine at the MAC. This month you can enjoy sipping on wine while having an education experience. On Tuesday, May 12, the West Clubhouse will be hosting a Wine 101 Class. Learn the differences between Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay, and the differences between Pinot Noir and Cabernet Sauvignon. You will also become educated in food and wine pairing. The cost to attend Wine 101 is $20, plus gratuity per person. For Wine Society members, the cost is $15, plus gratuity. Call 314-539-4490 for reservations.
The Downtown Clubhouse will be hosting MAC Wines of Summer on Wednesday, May 27. The evening will begin at 6:30 p.m. with Hors d’oeuvres and tastings. From 7-8:30 p.m. an education session on the different wines will be held. The cost to attend is $30, per person inclusive for Wine Society members and $35, per person inclusive for Non-Wine Society members. Call 314-539-4470 for reservations. Or you can sign up online for either event. Click here to enter the member login area.

Make MAC West Your Staycation Destination
Stay●ca●tion, noun, a period of time in which an individual or family takes day trips from their home to MAC West.
Avoid the packing, crowded airports and screams of “are we there yet?” by taking your family on a staycation vacation. During tough economic times a staycation can allow you some relaxation and quality family time. MAC West is your staycation destination. Your staycation at West will include use of the West pool, fitness classes, personal training, workout sessions, sports camps, swim team, tennis, basketball, squash, handball, racquetball and golf. The possibilities are endless for everyone in the family. Make plans now to spend your summer staycation at MAC West. For information about summer activities at West, call 314-539-4444.

Take Me Out to the Ball Game
The Cardinals are back in town this week for a four game home stand. The Birds will be taking on the Phillies and Pirates at Busch Stadium. Stop by the Club before evening home games this week and enjoy a delicious pasta buffet in the Jack Buck Grille. The pasta buffet has 15 different condiments to add to two different types of pasta and top with four different kinds of sauce. The choices are endless. Some pasta mix-ins include shrimp, crab and Italian sausage. The pasta buffet also includes a salad buffet. The cost is $15 for adults and $9.95 for children. Head to the Grille Monday, May 4, Tuesday, May 5, and Wednesday, May 6, to fill up with a good meal before going to the stadium. After the game, stop back by for a night cap before heading home.
If you are looking to go to a few games this season, the MAC has tickets available throughout the season. There are 2 seats available in section 132, Row J, Seats 16 & 17. If you are interested in purchasing these tickets, please contact Larry Thompson at 314-539-4427. Click here to see available dates.

Top 5 Reasons Yoga Will Benefit You
If you have ever considered giving yoga a try, now is the time to do so. A new noon session is starting up Monday, June 1, at the Downtown Clubhouse. Yoga can strengthen the body and work muscles that may never have been worked before. This class is not just for women, men can find a tremendous benefit of yoga as well. Yoga is one of the few physical activities that has a "de-compacting" effect on the body which is essential to counter the effects of gravity associated with activities such as running or jogging. It also provides needed relief to such asymmetric activities as racquet sports and golf which torque the spine in only one direction. Yoga instructor and MAC personal trainer Andrew Francis gives you the top five reasons you should take up yoga today:
* Improves flexibility
* Improves muscular strength
* Improves posture and balance
* Reduces stress
* Studies show that it can lower blood pressure
The 8-week yoga session is held on Mondays and costs $50 for the session or $10 per class. Reservations can be made by calling Rick Schneider at 314-539-4434.