Tuesday, May 26, 2009

June Cherry Diamond
Summer is finally here! Both Clubhouses will be bustling with activity in the coming months. The West Clubhouse is a main hub for summer family fun. With sports camps, swimming, dining and fitness classes, no one in the family will be bored. The pool will be the main attraction for many families. Don’t miss the Dive-In movie event or Fourth of July festivities out on the pool deck. For the adults, poolside happy hours have already begun and will continue every Thursday throughout the summer… The Downtown Clubhouse will also be busy with summer activity. The Club will be offering dining specials during the All-Star game festivities in St. Louis. And don’t forget about the weekly Cardinals dining specials offered throughout the season… As you can see on the cover of this month’s issue, the 2009-2010 Board of Governors are rolling up their sleeves and are ready to get to business. In May, five new governors were elected to the Board. Be sure to check out photos of all the election night excitement. The MAC is your summer headquarters. Check out this month’s Cherry Diamond for details on everything happening at the Club.

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Father-Daughter Dance Photos
Doting dads and darling daughters shared a special evening at the MAC Father-Daughter Dance. The little ladies got dolled up in colorful spring dresses, had their hair pulled up in curls and nails painted. As the dads and girls arrived at the Clubhouse, many were met by beautifully groomed horses pulling fairy tale carriages waiting to whisk them through the city for a special ride. In the Art Lounge, girls could order kiddy cocktails and sodas while dads enjoyed more sophisticated beverages. A photographer was on hand to capture the special moment with a photo from the evening that the girls could take home along with a petite coin purse they each were able to choose. After feasting on a delicious dinner, dads and daughters hit the dance floor where many danced until they could not dance anymore.

Click here to see photos from the Father-Daughter Banquet.

ATTENTION: A large black Mont Blanc pen with a unique, snake-shaped clip was lost at the Father-Daughter Dance. This pen is very meaningful to the member as it was a gift from his father. If you found this pen, please return it to the front desk at the Downtown Clubhouse. Click here to see a photo of the pen.

Catch Soccer's Shooting Stars
St. Louis has a soccer tradition that is unmatched by any city in America. The Gateway City is regarded as the soccer capital of the U.S. St. Louis soccer fans can catch a glimpse of the next generation of soccer stars on Friday, June 12. The MAC is once again sponsoring the High School Senior All-Star games, featuring the top prep boys and girls soccer players in the St. Louis area. The games will be held at the Anheuser-Busch Center in Fenton with the girls game kicking off at 6 p.m., followed by the boys game at 8 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at the event: $4 for adults and $2 for students. Parking is $2.

Dad's #1!
Sunday, June 21, is a day devoted to dad. Show him how much he means to you by treating him to a delicious brunch at the Downtown Clubhouse. Dad and the whole family can feast on a scrumptious array of fresh fruit, savory entrees and tasty desserts. Seatings will be at 11 a.m., noon and 1 p.m. The price for adults is $29.95 plus gratuity. The price for children under 12 is $13.95 plus gratuity and children under 3 are free. Be sure to make your reservation for Father’s Day Brunch before it sells out. Call 314-539-4470 to make a reservation today. Or you can register online. Click here to enter the member login area.

If you’re looking for a gift for your golfer dad, the Pro Shop at the Downtown Clubhouse will have all golf apparel 15% off June 15 through June 19. Stop by the Pro Shop on the 5th floor and check out tons of gift possibilities.

MAC Women Rock the Walk
Rock the St. Louis Komen Race for the Cure Walk with fellow MAC members on Saturday, June 13 as part of the MAC Women Rock the Walk Team. The MAC will sponsor a team to participate in the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure in downtown St. Louis. Ann Schwarz, wife of Past President Flip Schwarz, will serve as Team Captain. A Club-sponsored continental breakfast and festivities will take place prior to the Race in the Art Lounge. You may register for the MAC team online at www.komenstlouis.org or by clicking here. The team name is MAC Women Rock the Walk. This event is open to husbands, wives, mothers, daughters, friends and business associates of members. Please join in the fun on this special day! If you have any questions, please call or email Cindy Tangaro at 314-539-4448 or ctangaro@mac-stl.org.

If you are participating in the MAC Women Rock the Walk Event for the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure on Saturday, June 13, avoid getting up early by staying at the Club the night before. The MAC will be offering a room rate special a single/double room for just $60. Garage parking will be included. Check in on June 12, and stay over night and be ready for the race bright and early or check in after the race and shower, rest and have dinner then visit some of the downtown attractions. There is lots going on downtown June 12 and 13. Click here for details. If you would like to reserve a room, please call 314-539-4443.

Stogie Club Davidoff Cigar Dinner
Spend an evening enjoying the finer things in life. The Stogie Club will be hosting a Davidoff Cigar dinner on Wednesday, June 10, in the Sportsman’s Club at the Downtown Clubhouse. Your night will not only include a delicious five-course dinner, but will also feature wine service and cigars provided by Davidoff and Gerard Ezvan of Jon’s Pipe Shop. The evening will begin at 6:30 p.m. with a cocktail and cigar reception and will be followed by dinner at 7:30 p.m. The cost to attend is $75, inclusive for Stogie Club Members and $100, inclusive for Non-Stogie Club members. Make your reservations now by calling 314-539-4470. Or you can register online. Click here to enter the member login area.

Yoga Your Way to a Healthy 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.

The Single Malt Whisky Society Kick-Off Event
The Board of Governors recently approved a request to form a new Club Within the Club - The Single Malt Whisky Society.  This club will offer members a unique opportunity to journey through the highlands and lowlands of one of Scotland’s finest gifts to the world.  Scotch whisky in the form of single malts has become the drink of choice among more and more connoisseurs of fine spirits. A great drink after several rounds of golf - another Scottish invention along with the kilt, the bagpipe and the famous Black Watch Regiment. To celebrate the newest club, noted author and whisky historian Bill Meyers will speak at the first official meeting on Wednesday, June 17. After a short, but interesting introduction to single malt whisky. Mr. Meyers will host a tasting of several of his favorite spirits.  He has a collection of over one thousand bottles.  Join your fellow members on June 17, at 6 p.m. in the Sportsman's Club, for a wonderful evening of single malts, hors d’ oeuvres, and great conversation in the warmth of familiar surroundings at the Downtown Clubhouse.  The cost is only $25 per person. For reservations, please call Stephanie Zinselmeier at 314-539-4470. Or you can register online. Click here to enter the member login area.