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Monday, Nov. 16, 2009

Trouble-Free Turkey Day If you have not settled your Thanksgiving plans, there is still time to make a reservation at the MAC. Don’t worry about shopping, preparing or cleaning up this Thanksgiving. Let the Club do the work for you, so you can enjoy time with family and friends. The Downtown Clubhouse will host a Thanksgiving Buffet on Thursday, Nov. 26. The buffet will feature all of your Thanksgiving favorites like stuffing, cranberry sauce, creamy mashed potatoes and a traditional turkey. If you just can’t get enough turkey, mashed potatoes and stuffing, the West Clubhouse is hosting a Thanksgiving Brunch on Sunday, Nov. 29. The brunch will feature cranberry scones, bread pudding and prime rib.

Event Details Thanksgiving Buffet Thursday, Nov. 26 Seatings from 1-5 p.m. Adults- $29.95 + gratuity Children (Ages 5-12)- $12.95+ grat. Children under 5- Gratis Reservations: 314-539-4470 Click here for online registration. Thanksgiving Brunch Sunday, Nov. 29 Seatings from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Adults- $22 + gratuity Children (Ages 5-12)- $12 + gratuity Reservations: 314-539-4441 Click here for online registration.

Christmas Dinner Dance Rock around the Christmas tree at the Christmas Dinner Dance on Friday, Dec. 11. Enjoy a gourmet dinner and music by the Joe Bozzi Band. Whether you have been taking dance lessons this fall or just want to show off your moves, the MAC is a great place to spend your Friday night to kick off the holiday season.

Event Details Friday, Dec. 11 6:30 p.m.- Cocktail Reception (Cash Bar) 7 p.m.- Dinner 8:30 p.m.- Dancing $33.50, inclusive, Dinner Dance Club Members $40, inclusive, Non-Dinner Dance Club Members Reservations: 314-539-4470 Click here for online registration.

Wainwright to Attend Jack Buck Awards The MAC 2009 Sports Personality of the Year winner Adam Wainwright is confirmed to attend this year’s Jack Buck Awards on Thursday, Dec. 17. Wainwright is the 17th Cardinal to win the awards. Other award recipients include St. Louis Browns first baseman Roy Sievers, who will receive the “Legends” Award. St. Louis Post-Dispatch columnist Bernie Miklasz will receive the Burnes/Broeg Award. Saint Louis University volleyball coach Anne Kordes will receive the Carl O. Bauer Award for making her mark in amateur athletics. Make reservations now for this celebration of St. Louis sports before it sells out. Since Jack Buck helped establish  the event in 1970, the MAC has been home to the best sports banquet in St. Louis.

Event Details Thursday, Dec. 17 6 p.m.- Cocktails (Cash Bar) 6:45 p.m.- Dinner 8 p.m.- Program Downtown $125, inclusive Reservations: 314-539-4470 Click here for online registration.

Associates Thanksgiving Happy Hour Before heading out for one of the best nights out in St. Louis, stop at the MAC and have a few drinks at the Associates Happy Hour. The night before Thanksgiving is known as one of the biggest bar nights of the year. On Wednesday, Nov. 25, the Associates will host another happy hour in the Sportsman’s Club at the Downtown Clubhouse. Even if you have other plans later in the evening, you can still swing by the happy hour. There will be $1 draft beers, $2 bottles and $3 well drinks. All are welcome to begin their holiday weekend at the MAC.

Event Details Wednesday, Nov. 25 5:30-8 p.m. Sportsman's Club Downtown

CWC Holiday Social Celebrate the holiday season with your fellow members at a holiday social in the Downtown Art Lounge. The Clubs Within the Club are sponsoring this holiday happy hour on Tuesday, Dec. 1. All members are welcome to attend and are invited to bring a guest. The CWC Holiday Social is a fantastic way to connect with your fellow members who share common interests. With over 20 Clubs Within the Club, a large variety of interests will be represented.

Event Details Tuesday, Dec. 1 6:30 p.m.- Cocktail Social (Cash Bar) Reservations: 314-539-4470 Click here for online registration.

Host Your Holiday Party at West Deck the Halls at MAC West. West is the perfect venue for your holiday party, whether it is a business affair or a family gathering. Groups of 10 to 100 can be accommodated. With the various food and beverage options, your party is sure to be unique to you. Call the Catering Office at 314-539-4490 for more information.

Kid Fun Fitness Promote a healthy family lifestyle by introducing your children to healthy living in a fun atmosphere. The West Clubhouse will off Kids Fun Fitness every Thursday at 4:30 p.m. This free one-hour session includes sports, kickball, games challenges and nutritional games. Each week will be something different hosted by Coach Eric Saxton and his staff. The goal of KFF is to have your kids experienced all the necessary tips of living a nutritional, fun and healthy life. Contact Coach Eric Saxton at 314-539-4468 for more information.

6th Annual Holiday Wine Tasting and Sale at MAC West Stock up with high quality wines for the holiday season at the 6th annual Wine Society Holiday Wine Tasting and Sale. On Sunday, Dec. 6, the West Dining room will have tables full of different varietals for sale at terrific values to you. All wines for the sale will be sold at wholesale costs. While browsing the sale, be sure to pick up several bottles for the wine enthusiasts on your list, or if you are attending a holiday party, grab a bottle to present to your gracious host. Wine samples and light appetizers will be provided.

Event Details Sunday, Dec. 6 4:30-6:30 p.m. Free for Wine Society Members $20, Non-Wine Society Members Reservations: 314-539-4490 Click here for online registration.

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Coming Events

Don't miss the Apollos as they present their 2009 Fall concert, "Apollos Swing the Blues."
6 p.m.- Cash Bar
7 p.m.- Dinner
8:15 p.m.- Program
$29.95 + gratuity
Call 314-539-4470 for reservations.
**ROOM SPECIAL** The MAC is offering a special rate on hotel rooms on the evening of the Apollos concert. Rooms are just $39. Call 314-241-7220 for reservations.

A delicious buffet will be served prior to every Rams home game.
$25.95
Call 314-539-4470 for reservations.

Dine on an array of traditional Thanksgiving delicacies at the Downtown Clubhouse.
Seatings from 1-5 p.m.
Adults- $29.95 + gratuity
Children (Ages 5-12)- $12.95+ grat.
Children under 5- Gratis
Call 314-539-4470 for reservations.

Featuring cranberry sauce, bread pudding and prime rib at the West Clubhouse.
Seatings from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Adults- $22 + gratuity
Children (Ages 5-12)- $12 + gratuity
Call 314-539-4441 for reservations.

Clubs within the Club Meetings


Wednesday, Nov. 18 & Nov. 25
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.
Downtown

Thursday, Nov. 19
The featured speaker for November is nationally acclaimed motivational
speaker Kim DeMotte. Kim will bring his unique of style of presentation which has wooed corporate clients, professionals and seminars goers. This is a must see event. Learn to communicate more clearly, getting people to hear what you mean
and cooperate better with others.
7:15 a.m.- Breakfast and Networking
7:30 a.m.- Program
Jack Buck Grille- Downtown
For more information or to join in, contact John Unger at junger@mis-corp.com or 314-575-3957.

Friday, Nov. 20
Everyone who lives in the St. Louis region is proud of our nationally recognized symbol, The Arch. But how much do we really know about it? Speaker Bob Moore knows plenty about it and is ready to share. Bob is a public historian for the National Park Service at Jefferson National Expansion Memorial – comprised of the Gateway Arch and the Old Courthouse. The National Park Service recently announced plans to hold a competition for updating the Arch grounds, improvements that could include new museum and restaurant spaces and easier access from downtown St. Louis. A 25-year veteran of the NPS, Bob has been at the Arch since 1991. He is the author of eight books, including The Gateway Arch: An Architectural Dream (2005 – the 40th anniversary).

Tuesday, Nov. 24
11:45 a.m.
Downtown

Tuesday, Nov. 24
Join the Bridge Club for Bridge Night. Bring a player if possible. Come for dinner in the Stan Musial Grille at 5 p.m. followed by cards.
6:30 p.m.
West Wing, Banquet/Card Room
For reservations, please call
Katie at 314-539-4402.

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