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Monday, Oct. 12, 2009

Billikens Luncheon Featuring Rick Majerus Saint Louis University basketball coach Rick Majerus will serve up Billikens basketball at the annual Billikens Luncheon on Thursday, Oct. 22. (The date has moved from Oct. 20.) The colorful coach has been a hit at previous MAC appearances. Coach Majerus built Utah into a basketball powerhouse, and he is looking to do the same at SLU. The Billikens may be the youngest team in college basketball, so Coach Majerus thinks the future is very bright for his program. Enjoy a delicious lunch and hear from one of college basketball’s coaching greats for only $30. Registration begins at 11 a.m. Lunch will be served at 11:30 a.m. followed by the program at 12:15 p.m. Make reservations now to attend the MAC Billikens Luncheon featuring Rick Majerus by call 314-539-4470. Or you can register online. Click here to enter the member login area.

Associates Happy Hour By Thursday, most people are ready for a break and looking ahead to the weekend. That's why the Associates are hosting a happy hour on Thursday, Oct. 22, in the Sportsman’s Club at the Downtown Clubhouse. Drop by after work from 5:30-8 p.m. Bring a spouse, date or other guest and kick back with MAC friends while enjoying drink specials. Draft beer will be $1, bottles will be $2 and well drinks will be $3. There will be a limited menu available, which will include Hot Wings, Toasted Ravioli, New Orleans Shrimp and Chicken Tenders.

Fine Time with French Wines More French wines are being incorporated into the wine lists at both Clubhouses. The MAC wants to equip you with the tools you need to order the right bottle of wine to compliment your meal. On Thursday, Oct. 22, a wine tasting event with Alan Unruh, from Stacole Imports, will be held in the Art Lounge Downtown. Alan will provide general knowledge about French wines and wine regions. A variety of dry and sweet wines will be tasted. All wines will also be available for purchase at discounted rates. The evening will begin at 6:30 p.m. The cost to attend is $20 per person. Call 314-539-4470 for reservations. Or you can register online. Click here to enter the member login area.

There are TWO Ways to Celebrate Oktoberfest at the MAC The world’s largest beer festival takes place over 16 days in Munich, Germany. Each year, Oktoberfest attracts millions of people who drink 1.5 million gallons of beer and eat 200,000 pairs of pork sausages. The MAC will be hosting a smaller version of this fall festival on Wednesday, Oct. 14. This event is sponsored by the Stogie Club and beings at 6 p.m. in the Sportman’s Club Downtown. You can sample specialty beers, enjoy a good cigar and nibble on traditional German Hors d’oeuvres. Beers will include Spaten, Paulaner, Warsteiner and more. The cost is $22.50 plus gratuity for Stogie Club members and $25 plus gratuity for Non-Stogie Club members. Call 314-539-4470 for reservations. Or you can register online. Click here to enter the member login area. If you can't get enough of Oktoberfest, head to MAC West on Sunday, Oct. 18, for a delicious Oktoberfest Brunch. Celebrate a great German tradition from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The brunch will feature German Sausage, Potato Pancakes, Chicken Paprikash, Beef Stoganoff, Spatzel, Potato Salad, Carved Ham, Eggs Benedicts, Bacon, Pastries and more. The cost is $20 for adults and $12 for children. Call 314-539-4441 for reservations.

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Rod and Gun Club Upcoming Events The Rod and Gun Club is hosting the first annual sporting clays event on Saturday, Oct. 24, at the St. Louis Trap and Skeet Club in Pacific. Expert instruction will be available. There will be a gun show with gun fittings. You may bring your own gun or use one provided at the event. The day will begin at 10 a.m. with a shotgun start, rain or shine. The cost is $60 per person, which includes 1 round of sporting clays, lunch and an MAC hat. The price does not include shells, which can be brought or purchased at the Club. There is a $20 cancellation fee per person if reservations are cancelled after Thursday, Oct. 22. This event is open to members and guests. Please RSVP to Cathy at 314-994-6414 or email John McCadden III at johnmccadde1@thenautilusgroup.com.

New Downtown Fitness Sessions Thursday evening spinning sessions are back! Beginning Thursday, Oct. 22, a 5:30 p.m. spinning class will be offered. The class is taught by John Wohlgemuth. Spinning is a great workout for anyone because it is a low impact sport. It is a high energy workout performed on stationary bikes to adrenaline-inducing music and led by an enthusiastic instructor. Spinning is a form of resistance training, so you're building long, lean muscles in your legs and butt to replace the fat you burn off. No reservations are necessary. For more information, contact Rick Schneider at 314-539-4434. If you are seeking something more out of your workout routine, give yoga a try. Yoga can provide tremendous physical benefits beyond stress relief. A new noon session is starting up Monday, Oct. 12, 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. he 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.

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Coming Events

Sample specialty beers, cigars and food at this festive German-style event.
6-8:30 p.m.- Sportsman’s
$22.50 Stogie Club Members
$25, Non-Stogie Club members
Call 314-539-4470 for reservations.

Celebrate a great German tradition.
11 a.m.-2 p.m.
MAC West
$20- Adults
$12- Children
Call 314-539-4441 for reservations.

The MAC is offering basketball fans the opportunity to talk hoops with a coaching legend. Majerus will preview the upcoming Billikens season and answer questions from fans.
11 a.m.- Registration
11:30 a.m.- Lunch
12:15 p.m.- Program
$30 inclusive
Call 314-539-4470 for reservations.

Alan Unruh from Stacole Imports will be on hand to discuss French wines and wine regions.
6:30 p.m.
Downtown- Art Lounge
$20 per person
Call 314-539-4470 for reservations.

Mix and Mingle with the Associates.
5:30-8 p.m.
Downtown- Sportsman's Club
Drink specials available.

Adults and kids alike should wear their scariest and goofiest costumes to this family event. Families can pass out candy from the trunk of their cars while kids "Trunk-R-Treat."
4-7 p.m.
MAC West
Adults- $12
Children under 12- $8
Call 314-539-4490 for reservations.

Clubs within the Club Meetings


Wednesday, Oct. 14 & Oct. 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, Oct. 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 Katie at 314-539-4402 to register today!

Thursday, Oct. 15
7:15 a.m.- Breakfast and Networking
7:30 a.m.- At Table Discussion
7:45 a.m.- Introductions
8 a.m.- Presentation
Jack Buck Grille- Downtown
For more information or to join in, contact John Unger at junger@mis-corp.com or 314-575-3957.

Friday, Oct. 16
October's speaker will be Thomas F. Madden. He is Professor of History and Director of the Center for Medieval and Renaissance Studies at Saint Louis University. As an author and media expert he appears in
such venues as The New York Times, Washington Post, Wall Street Journal, USA Today, and The History Channel. Dr. Madden’s recent books include the New Concise History of the
Crusades, Empires of Trust, and the award-winning Enrico Dandolo and the Rise of Venice.
11:30 a.m.
MAC West
Make your reservation by calling Sarah Asinger at 314-539-4490 or email her at sasinger@mac-stl.org. There is a $1 surcharge for those who attend without a reservation.

Dave Anderson, MAC member, had a collection of some of his art work displayed in the Art Lounge.His painting, “A Rainy November Day at Arlington” depicts a full military funeral at Arlington Cemetery. This painting is for sale and would be a very appropriate addition to our collection in the Veterans Room on the fourth floor. Our plan is to purchase this painting from contributions from our Military History Club.  Everyone who participates in the purchase will have their name engraved on a special plaque which would be placed on the wall next to the painting.  Please do not send any money at this time. We are suggesting an advance pledge in the amount of $25, $50, $100, or more.  Please email your pledge amount to Katie Maurer at kmaurer@mac-stl.org or you may also call Katie at 314-539-4402. The deadline for contributions is Thursday, Oct. 22.  This is a unique opportunity for the Military History Club to honor our veterans. 

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