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Monday, Feb. 8, 2010
Celebrate Valentine's Day at the MAC
	If you're one of those people caught last-minute shopping on Christmas Eve, it's doubtful you've bought a Valentine's Day gift yet. With just under a week to go until Valentine’s Day, let the Missouri Athletic Club make the sweetheart's holiday truly sweet. Instead of dropping by a flower shop after work on the big day or scrambling over picked-over cards, stop in your Club for fantastic gift ideas that are convenient and easy to pick up. From apparel, to pampering to special dinners and dancing, the MAC has a gift for just about anyone in your life. Click here for details on Valentine's Dining and Gift Ideas.
EVENT DETAILS Valentine's Ball Saturday, Feb. 13 6 p.m.- Cocktails (cash bar) 7 p.m.- Dinner 8 p.m.- Dancing $50, per person, inclusive MAC Downtown Reservations: 539-4470 Click here for registration.
Mix and Mingle with the Associates
	End the week on a high note with drinks with friends at the Associates Happy Hour in the Jack Buck Grille at the Downtown Clubhouse. Not only will you have a blast with your fellow members, but you can do it for a terrific value. Draft beers will only be $1, bottles will be $2 and mixed drinks will be $3. A limited appetizer menu will also be available. All members and guests are welcome to attend. No reservations are necessary.
EVENT DETAILS Friday, Feb. 19 5:30-8 p.m. Jack Buck Grille MAC Downtown No Reservations Necessary
A Fine Time with French Wines
	Fill your brain with knowledge of French wines while your glass is filled with several different varietals to taste. The course on French wines is continuing through March at MAC West. The classes are taught every two weeks based on region. Regions covered will include Loire Valley, Burgundy, Rhone Valley, Alsace and Champaign. The classes are $20 per session. The remaining dates are Feb. 17, March 3 and March 24. Classes begin at 6:30 p.m. and include a tasting followed by a discussion. Call 314-539-4490 for reservations.
EVENT DETAILS Wednesday, Feb. 17 6:30 p.m. $20 per class MAC West Reservations: 539-4490 Click here for registration.
Rod and Gun Club Annual Hunt The Rod and Gun Club is hosting the second annual Bird Hunt at NILO Farms on Monday, March 8. NILO Farms is one of the finest hunting and shooting facilities in the country. This year’s hunt includes a duck hunt, pheasant or chukar hunt, lunch and sporting clays. The cost is $395 per person, which includes a NILO guide and trained dogs, ammo, license, birds, targets, access to the Clubhouse, lunch, bird processing and safety equipment. Call Jeff Tuhro at 314-539-4485 to reserve a spot and for details. Space is limited.
Healthy Weigh at MAC West If you’ve been killing yourself at the gym, but still aren’t seeing the results you are looking for, sign up for MAC West’s Healthy Weigh Group Weight Loss class. David Vandeven, a registered dietitian, will instruct the class. You will learn the tools and tips to transform your lifestyle into a healthier one. The group class setting will also help motivate you. You will gain the support of others going through the same process. David is a registered and licensed dietitian. He also has a Masters of Science Degree in Nutrition and Physical Performance from Saint Louis University. Healthy Life will begin Wednesday, Feb. 17 from 7 to 8 p.m. The cost is $100 for the 4-week course. Sign up at the MAC West Fitness Desk.
Lunch for Less Enjoy a delicious lunch at a terrific value in the Sportsman’s Club Downtown. The daily lunch buffet is being offered for only $9.95 ($15.95 value). If you have not been Downtown recently, hop on the newly completed Highway 40 and cruise down to the Club. For reservations in the Sportsman’s, call 314-539-4487.
Ballroom Dance Lessons
	Stay active this winter with Ballroom Dance Lessons at the MAC. A second session of lessons will begin on Tuesday, Feb. 23, and continue each Tuesday through March 16. The lessons are for anyone, beginner or advanced, and they are a great way to stay fit, have fun and meet lots of new friends at the Club. Professional ballroom dance instructor Lucy Fitzgerald will teach the winter session of lessons. Guests are invited and welcome to attend. Reservations are required. Call Katie Maurer at 314-539-4402 for reservations.
EVENT DETAILS Tuesdays, Feb. 23- March 16 7-9:30 p.m. $40 per person, Dance Club members $45 per person, Non-Dance Club members MAC Downtown Reservations: 539-4402 Click here for registration.
Relax with Noon Yoga Monday mornings can be hectic after the weekend off. There are phone calls to return, emails to reply to and dozens of other issues that pop up. Take a break from the hustle and bustle for a relaxing hour of yoga at the Downtown Clubhouse. A new session of noon yoga begins today, Monday, Feb. 8. 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. 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.
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Price includes premium scotch tasting provided by Glazers, lavish hors d'oeuvres, complimentary cigar and parking.
6:30-8:30 p.m.
$30 + grat. Stogie Club members
$33 + grat. Non-Stogie Club members
Downtown
Call 314-539-4470 for reservations.

Celebrate Valentine's Day with a fabulous dinner dance in the beautiful Missouri Ballroom sponsored by the Dance Club.
6 p.m.- Cocktails (cash bar)
7 p.m.- Dinner
8 p.m.- Dancing until midnight
$50 per person, inclusive
Call 314-539-4470 for reservations.

Don't miss one of the great traditional events at the Club, as the Athletic Department hosts Good Fellowship Day. It is a day of food, fun and friendship.
7 a.m.- Athletic Department Opens
9 a.m.- Events and Classes begin
11 a.m.- Lunch begins
FREE
Downtown

Catch some exciting boxing action. Make reservations now for this popular event before it sells out.
6 p.m.- Cocktails and Cigars
7 p.m.- Dinner
8:15 p.m.- Bouts begin
$100, per person + gratuity
$125, per person + grat.- Ring-Side Seats
Call 314-539-4470 for reservations.

Members of the Board of Governors will once again battle one another on the tennis court to raise money for the MAC Charitable Society for Children.
6 p.m.
No charge for admission.
MAC West

Clubs within the Club Meetings


Wednesday, Feb. 10 & 17
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

Tuesday, Feb. 9
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, Feb. 18
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, Feb. 19
11:30 a.m.
MAC West

Monday, Feb. 22
The Lunch and Tour Group will visit the Missouri History Library. Lunch will immediately follow at John's Town Hall.
Carpool meets at 9:50 a.m. at West
10:30 a.m.- Tour
RSVP to Marie Salter at 314-567-5976 or pphred@swbell.net or Mary Lou Lenkman at mlmlenk@earthlink.net

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