BOARD OF DIRECTORS PRESIDENT LEGAL COUNSEL John Fedderke Justice G. Johnson, Jr VICE PRESIDENT DIRECTORS Aaron Swiggum Jackie Barnes TREASURER Richard Hylant Mike Marciniak Rebecca Shope Manager's Message David Quinn SECRETARY Gregory H. Wagoner Brett Seymour Roger Parker, General Manager TOLEDO CLUB STAFF 419-254-2988 • [email protected] ADMINISTRATION Roger Parker, General Manager 419-254-2988 Nathalie Helm, Executive Assistant 419-254-2980 FOOD & BEVERAGE SERVICE Nancy La Fountaine, Catering Manager 419-254-2981 Debra Rutkowski, Catering Assistant Manager 419-254-2981 Michael Rosendaul, Executive Chef The Toledo Club is the perfect Venue for Weddings 419-243-2200 ext. 2964 Weddings are one of the most extraordinary lifetime experiences that anyone will have. Here at the Club we are so Charlotte Hall Concierge and Member Relations Manager proud to be part of these experiences and memories. Our historic Club is the perfect venue for weddings and has hosted 419-243-2200 ext. 2161 generations of families. MEMBERSHIP Over the last year, we had had over 25 weddings, evenly spread out seasonally, winter, spring, summer and fall. In fact, Russ Wozniak, Membership Director we had two large weddings this past August, which was a tremendous boost to the Club financially. Each of the weddings 419-254-2997 was unique and customized to each family’s needs, tradition and dreams. The size of weddings here have ranged from ACCOUNTING 25 guests to over 300, using different rooms of the Club in a variety of manners. With our turn-of-the-century facility, each Joe Monks, Finance Director room is a photographer’s dream backdrop and these photos memorialize the wedding party’s special day at the Club. 419-254-2970 Paula Martin, Accounting Analyst I am so proud of our catering team’s unsurpassed commitment to details and services. During the year I have received 419-254-2996 many accolades, from brides, grooms and their families. Below are a few testimonies I would like to share with you. ATHLETIC “We wanted to send you both a big thank you for all that you did to make Brad and Molly’s wedding reception such John Seidel, Director/Squash Pro a success last Saturday. We received numerous compliments from guests about the beautiful venue, high level of service 419-254-2962 and excellent quality of food. The effort of the wait staff and bartenders were outstanding. It was a large crowd, Charissa Marconi, Fitness and Aquatics Director 419-254-2990 and although they were busy all evening, they continued to work hard to serve our guests with smiles on their faces. The food was served quickly and it was wonderful. We lost track of the number SECURITY David Rainey, Operations Manager of people that commented on how delicious the filet was!”Bob and Kim LaClair. 419-254-2967 “Wow, there is a reason why The Toledo Club has been voted best facility in Ohio for a great EDITORIAL STAFF wedding experience. The Club impressed all of our guests and especially our out of town Editor in Chief: guests who have not had the wonderful experience of The TC. Everything was just perfect Shirley Levy – [email protected] from the ceremony to the final dance. We have had many compliments on the hors d’oeuvres, Copy Editor: wonderful dinner as well as on all of the staff that put their best efforts forth to make our Art Bronson daughter Jennifer’s wedding a great experience.” John and Noreen Cromly. Design/Art Direction: “You and the entire staff did an outstanding job on Meredith and Michael’s wedding Tony Barone Design – 419-866-4826 [email protected] celebration on May 10th. Thank you so much. Robin and I literally received a dozen or more compliments from our young and old guests on the quality of the food Contributing Writers: Karen Klein, Cindy Niggemyer, Katherine Decker, and service as well as the beautiful Club itself! The sincere comments were more Mike Schmidt, and Richard Rothrock than enough to make us proud, long term club members.” Scott and Robin Libbe. Contributing Photographers: In addition to the emotional importance of weddings, they are also great food Grand Lubell Photography – 419-882-1984 and beverage opportunities that help the Club financially. The weddings typically Art Bronson include elegant dinners and beverage offerings that are in keeping with Printing/Mailing by: tradition and preference. They are viewed by their hosts as a personal statement, Kennedy Printing Company • Findlay, Ohio as well as a unique and memorable way of sharing their special day with family Chairman: and friends. So please know that we will continue to be the premier venue David Cameron – 419-536-5272 to host weddings and that every detail will be executed perfectly, ensuring [email protected] a memorable wedding. THE TOLEDO CLUB TOPICS Copyright 2014 The Toledo Club, all rights Brad and Molly LaClair photo by Grand Lubell reserved. Permission to reproduce by any means, in whole or in part, must be obtained in writing from the Editor or Publisher. The Toledo Club Topics is published eleven times per year by The Toledo Club • 235 14th Street OUR MISSION Toledo, OH, 43604 • 419-243-2200 • The mission of The Toledo Club, since 1889, is to enrich the lives of its 419-254-2969 Fax • www.toledoclub.org members by providing a luxurious private club experience in a financially ON THE COVER: Mr. Nick returns for the final responsible manner with extraordinary social and recreational activities article of Rich Rothrock’s Christmas trilogy that foster friendship, fellowship, and pride among members. Photo by Grand Lubell President's Message Dear Members, Mary and I have travelled most of life’s path as Toledo Club members so we can, vaguely, remember staggering out of squash parties and a few years later struggling into the Club toting cribs and supplies for babysitting. As in all great traditions, we move along and others follow, enjoying the Club for the many activities available at each stage of life. With this perspective, I am delighted by the rejuvenation of the Junior/Intermediate Committee with a new chairman, Nick Stack. I have attended several of their meetings and events and feel energized to share in their passion for the Club and their interest in deepening their ties. One example was an event that Nick and board member Rebecca Shope created called “Trunk and Treat.” This was a Halloween party where parents filled their trunks with treats, parked in our lot, and then had a safe and sane Trick or Treat. Later, family food and drinks were served in the Club with more than 60 people in attendance. The young group is following up with more events centered on the holiday charm of the Club, Santa and more than 40 trees sparkling in every room. Like last year, there will be a family New Year’s Eve party with a DJ and ball drop at 8 PM. At the same time, the Tavern Committee is shaking things up with successful events of a more adult flavor... such as Martinis with names that can’t be printed here. It goes without saying that this cadre of young people comprises the future of the Club. I hope you share my enthusiasm for the future as you see them enjoy the Club, spurring memories of our younger days. With the energy of youth comes change. The Membership Committee, the board, and the Junior/ Intermediate Committee (they say they want a new name) are exploring dress codes at area country clubs and other city clubs to create a simple and consistent code that allows members and guests to be comfortable and to feel appropriately attired. This research may result in an update to the house rules which we will publish when complete. For now and the future, my belief – which is shared by everyone I have spoken with – is that we need to respect the Club and its traditions. Nonetheless, to expand utilization of areas like the Tavern, we need to be in step with contemporary expectations. I welcome your comments. We are entering the most active and festive part of the year at the Club. Each member will enjoy the spectacle of the Club all decked out for the holidays. From Sunday brunch to midnight on New Year’s Eve, there is a party and celebration for all. Since this season is so busy, it is a good time to remind you that reservations are very important for your convenience as well as efficiency at the Club. Please call and let us know you are coming so we can ensure a wonderful experience for you, your family and your guests. I wish you the joy of the season and hope to see you at our Club. Thanks for being a member,
John Fedderke President
Brad and Molly LaClair photo by Grand Lubell
DECEMBER 2014 3 A DICKENS OF A TIME: PUTTING THE CLUB BACK INTO SANTA’S Remember last year when I took the blame CHRISTMAS. for spilling the beans on Santa’s private Christmas Day party at the Club? And how Santa was heard to say that he wished he’d never set foot in the Club? And planned to move his private party to the Sylvania Country Club? “I wish I’d never come to The Toledo Club!” he was heard to rage. All I can tell you is DO NOT EVER find yourself on Santa’s naughty list (something I successfully avoided as a child). On the first day of 2014, Mr. Nick sent to me a stocking full of coal. On the second day of 2014, Mr. Nick sent to me a stocking full of coal. On the third day of 2014, Mr. Nick sent to me…… you get the idea…… By the end of January, after successfully converting our home furnace to run on coal, I realized something had to be done to rectify this bituminous situation.
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CHRISTMAS. by Richard Rothrock
I tried calling the North Pole. I just that he was over six feet tall with tree Jack O’Lantern smiled that grin got voicemail. I tried emailing the branches for hands and a large that looked a little too devilish for North Pole. The message came back pumpkin for a head. We asked him me. He laid out his plan and he “return to sender.” I even wrote a his name and he said he was called laid it out quick. It sounded rather letter to Santa. I got back a form many names in many lands whether extreme to me but Mrs. Nick letter explaining that Mr. Nick does it be the Headless Horseman or the concurred and Fedderke promptly not reply to letters written by anyone Great Pumpkin or The Scarecrow, gave it the presidential seal of over 18. but that he preferred to just be known approval. The next thing I did was call a special as Jack O’Lantern. Mrs. Nick was to let us know the club meeting in the Oak Room of He said the problem with Santa is next time the Club would get a all the perpetrators of last year’s that he lost something valuable back nocturnal visit from Santa. Jack disaster. All dutifully RSVP’d except on last December 25, like when Jack persuaded Dennis to make Santa’s Good King Wenceslas who refused lost his real head more than 200 libations TRIPLE strength on his to take any responsibility for the years ago. That what we had to do next visit. And then we waited. A debacle. So after midnight one night was to help Santa find what he’d lost week went by. Then two. Then three. during the August shutdown, we all before. Although it would be tricky No tip off came from the North gathered around the large table in since what he’d lost wasn’t something the Oak Room. Me and Mrs. Nick physical like a head or a brain, and John Fedderke and Dennis and but what he lost was a feeling of Ebenezer Scrooge and all of Santa’s contentment and serenity. That for brothers: Father Christmas, Kris him the Club represented a place Kringle, Ded Moroz, and The Grinch. to get away from it all in a way he Even the Tooth Fairy and the Easter could not find anywhere else at all. Bunny showed up to show their That was when the ghost of David support. They all agreed that Santa’s Ross Locke (i.e. Petroleum V. Nasby) mood had been more than a little – you really never know who is frosty since last Christmas Day. going to show up after the doors Ideas were tossed around, everything are closed for the night – let us from an expensive gift from Broer- know that Mr. Nick was still making Freeman to season passes to Cedar clandestine visits to the Club late Point to a two-week time-share in at night after everyone had gone Pole. September became October Boca Raton (Mrs. Nick said they home. He would simply pop down then October became November. already had one). We sat puzzling the Centennial Room chimney and It was looking like Santa would not and puzzling till our puzzlers were stroll over to the Oak Room where be coming to The Toledo Club this sore and no one could think of any- he would sit in Zerbey’s chair at the Christmas. thing that they hadn’t thought big table and ring Zerbey’s bell and of before. enjoy a round or two of his favorite Then on Veteran’s Day, the email arrived. Santa would be there that That’s when we noticed the rather libation before stumbling back evening, taking the Polar Express tall figure seated in the corner. Even upstairs to the roof and heading down from the Pole on his way to sitting down we could easily tell back to the North Pole with Rudolph (the original GPS doing the driving). check on toy production in Mexico. Continued on page 6 DECEMBER 2014 5 SANTA’S CHRISTMAS... Continued from page 5 We quickly rallied the troops. Jack Clarence sat Santa in the bay window The men from 1915 had been replaced had gone on a cruise after October 31, and presented him with a menu. A by families with children of all ages but we found someone just as feast of Baltimore oysters on the done up in their holiday finest, from qualified to step in. half shell and asparagus soup and little girls showing off their frilly Santa came down the chimney roast goose with chestnut stuffing dresses to teenaged boys sulking precisely at midnight and strolled and Alabama sweet potatoes and in their suits and ties. The Parade of over to the Oak Room. As arranged, roast turkey with cream gravy and Trees was happening with the Yark only Dennis was there. They chatted cranberry sauce and jam tarts and tree right by the entrance. The high- over drinks and potato chips about New England minced pie and Florida pitched laughter of children and how bad the weather was expected tangerines and Georgia pecans and the conversation of adults filled the to be on Christmas Eve and what did and and HOW did they eat so much room with repeated utterances of he think would be the hot toy for back then????? “A Merry Christmas!” and “Happy the season. After three rounds and Santa ate, then sighed. It was a meal Holidays!” The smell of meats and conversation, Santa settled down fit for a king. He was just starting wine and pastries and bread filled in one of the Oak Room’s nice red to get comfortable again when a the room in the redolent combination leather chairs. collective male gasp came over the that only Christmas and Hanukkah hold. He had just started to doze off when room. He turned. Mrs. Nick stood the door opened and Jacob Marley at the entrance to the dining room. Santa could not help but smile as, entered dragging his chains behind She wore a formal Coco Chanel dress for the first time, he wondered why him. Only he didn’t look much like right for the period, but red from he had gotten mad at The Toledo Marley aside from the white face head to toe. She flounced into the Club in the first place. With Mrs. Claus paint and the chains. In truth, it room caring not a whit for tradition on his arm they walked over and was Jack O’Lantern’s replacement, and sat herself down opposite her began posing for pictures and Clarence Oddbody, everyone’s husband. The gasp in the room had listening to wish lists from each favorite angel doing all he could to been replaced by murmurs and and every child present. look menacing. whispers and Mr. Nick could tell The time seemed to fly and soon from the tone that they contained Mr. Nick, being Santa, wasn’t fooled the grandfather clock in the lobby no good words. Santa could not struck twelve. The last child disap- for a minute and he scowled at help but roar with laughter and the Clarence with a glimmer in his eye. peared from his lap and darkness twinkle in Mrs. Nick’s eyes said she seemed all around. The Main Dining Right then and there, Clarence thought the same. confessed the whole thing and Room looked very different. Dark blurted out what we’d tried to keep “We should come back here,” Santa and empty with cobwebs from floor hidden. The stubborn streak returned said, “when it is just the two of us.” to ceiling. The drapes hung from in Santa’s eyes, but Clarence grabbed He stood up and called out to the broken rods and the smell of mildew him by the sleeve and together they room, “I think you should consider suffused the air. floated off the ground much like letting women in the dining room. Mr. Nick stumbled out of the dining Peter Pan. They sailed out the door And give them the vote too. It’s 1915!” room and down the stairs. His foot- and up to the third floor. Santa’s All the men laughed as if it were one steps echoed on the stairs for there eyes flew wide as he realized it was big joke. Clarence clapped his hands was no longer any carpeting to Christmas Day, but not just any and the room suddenly darkened. mute his steps. The lobby was just Christmas Day. It was Christmas, When it lit up again, Santa recognized as empty as the dining room: no 1915. The first Christmas celebrated immediately that he was present for furniture, no chandelier, no globe. at the new club building and the first the annual Christmas Tea Dance, The only bright spot in the room December spent there with Mr. and always held the Saturday before came from the windows in the front Mrs. Claus. the big day. It always was one of doors – chained shut front doors They entered the Main Dining Room. his favorite December events. Often with a white FOR SALE sign nailed The room was filled with men in black he would send an assistant to cover across the door. tie, the clank of silver, and the laughter appearances at malls and parades Santa stood in shock, not sure of yuletide merriment. No women, but for most of the past century what to think. Clarence suddenly of course, for women were not yet Mr. and Mrs. Nick had personally materialized beside him. attended this event at the Club. allowed in the Main Dining Room. Continued on page 23 6 DECEMBER 2014 December UPCOMING EVENTS ANNIVERSARIES AT THE CLUB December 1 Italian Buffet 15–20 Year Anniversary December 2 First Tuesday Steven Hanson December 1/1999 15 years December 5 Dickens Dinner Michael R. Billian December 1/1994 20 years December 7 Daddy and Me Football Day (Tavern) P. James Burnor, Sr. December 1/1994 20 years December 8 Turkey Buffet Gordon S. MacDonald December 1/1994 20 years December 9/10/11 Public Tree Viewing December 10 Wine & Glitter 25 Year+ Anniversary December 12 Prime Rib Night Donna M. Peters December 1/1942 72 years December 12 Broadway Swings in MDR Janet Murtagh December 1/1948 66 years December 14 Public Tree Viewing (Brunch) Joanne S. Murtagh December 1/1948 66 years December 15 Italian Buffet Maurice D. O’Connell December 1/1956 58 years December 16/17/18 Public Tree Viewing Barbara Reichert Schlatter December 1/1957 57 years December 18 Third Thursday in Tavern/Ugly Sweater Thomas B. Geiger, Sr. December 1/1960 54 years December 19 Members’ Jam in MDR Milo L. Danzeisen December 1/1962 52 years December 20 Tea Dance Spencer D. Stone, Sr. December 1/1962 52 years December 22 Turkey Buffet George B. Seifried December 1/1966 48 years December 24 Christmas Eve Buffet Clay P. Hepler December 1/1967 47 years December 29 Italian Buffet John H. Burson December 1/1973 41 years December 31 New Year’s Eve Celebration Thomas J. Wiles December 1/1975 39 years Reservations at 419-254-2961 or toledoclub.org Joseph P. Jordan December 1/1977 37 years Need help with the website? Paul E. Johnson December 1/1978 36 years Call Nathalie Helm at 419-254-2980 James C. Anderson December 1/1979 35 years Barbara B. Thierwechter December 1/1979 35 years E. James Stengle December 1/1981 33 years Sam Botek December 1/1984 30 years MARK YOUR CALENDARS Charles J. Mira December 1/1985 29 years FUTURE CLUB EVENTS
January 15 Scotch Dinner February 5 Wild Game Dinner February 27–March 1 Toledo Squash Classic February 28 Spring Fling GKREAT BOO S DISCUSSION GROUP The Great Books Discussion Group is an opportunity to discuss stimulating books with old friends and new. We read an eclectic combination of the classics and modern works. Books are chosen by consensus of the members. Each month we have a member volunteer to be the discussion leader. We publish the selections several months in advance to allow time to do the December 7 reading. Daddy (or Mommy) and Me Football Day New members are always welcome. You can simply drop in one Family Friendly, kids’ activities, food specials of our meetings (the room is always posted in the elevator) or Sports Grill & Tavern contact me for more information. 12 – 6 PM. December 17 Book / Noon: December 14 The Ballad of the Sad Café Santa Brunch by Carson McCullers December 20 Discussion Leader: Christmas Carl White Tea Dance December 31 Bill Vaughan New Year’s Eve 419 877 5245 Family and Adult Celebration [email protected] Belvedere Room (See ad for details) “After love, book collecting is the most exhilerating sport of all” – A.S.W. Rosenbach
DECEMBER 2014 7 Centennial CELEBRATION Countdown to Centennial Celebration
By Tom Klein, member Centennial Committee
The eagerly awaited Centennial Celebration June 19 – 20, 2015, will commemorate the 100th anniversary of the construction of the building that is The Toledo Club’s home – and all that has been done to maintain its beauty and secure its future. In this month’s countdown to The Toledo Club’s Centennial Celebration, Topics writer Tom Klein reminds us that those improvements were made possible by the generosity and support of the club’s members. As one donor said, “That’s what we do.”
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1915 Countdown to Centennial Celebration 2015
As the 100th anniversary of The Toledo Club’s opening of the 14th Street building approaches – June 2015 – it seems timely to report on the financial side of efforts to maintain its beauty and function. At the annual members’ meeting in Fall 2012, then President Joseph Zerbey announced a capital campaign to improve the club’s finances, to preserve or improve the building, equipment, and furnishings, and the establishment of a charitable tax deductible foundation (The Toledo Club Historical Foundation Fund) with the Toledo Community Foundation. The Toledo Community Foundation receives, holds and disburses donor-designated funds to support preservation projects at the Club. Through June 2014, the Club has received $116,970 in donations into this fund and has supported projects such as replacing windows with aesthetically appropriate, but energy efficient ones, renovating floors, and other interior projects. In addition, hundreds of thousands of dollars worth of in-kind and voluntary donor support have been provided for other capital projects outside of Foundation eligible guidelines. They include kitchen equipment, pool improvements, lighting controls, computer system upgrades, furniture re-upholstery, paintings restoration, etc. Support for this past summer’s HVAC project alone amounted to $580,000 and our member-supported program of mortgage paydown will reduce our indebted- ness by $500,000. As you can see, the Foundation donations, outright club donations, the mortgage pay down and HVAC projects will exceed $1,250,000 and we are still on target to meet the goals established for our centennial year. THANK YOU to all who have so generously supported our Club! As you can imagine, member support for maintenance and renewal of our beautiful Club is an ongoing challenge. As you plan your holiday giving for 2014, please consider a gift to the Toledo Community Foundation, designated for The Toledo Club Historical Foundation Fund. These capital donations are considered tax deductible charitable contributions. Member involvement and support make this the outstanding club that it is today.
DECEMBER 2014 9 Introducing new members
2015 will be BIG! new members Next year is shaping up to be a phenomenal year for The Toledo Resident Club. After several years of modest membership growth, the TC is Mark A. Frasco in position to grow significantly over the next year. Well publicized President: corporate relocation plans mean a few thousand more corporate COACT Associates, Inc. Sponsored by Spencer Stone, Zak Vassar employees will be working within blocks of the Club. It is no and Michael Schmidt secret that The Toledo Club is very attractive to people who live Marc E. Stockwell or work downtown. Principal: This past month, ten members joined the Club. I am expecting a Findley Davies, Inc.: good number of new workers downtown to jump at the chance Sponsored by RUSS WOZNIAK to enjoy The Toledo Club membership experience. John Stockwell, Joseph Zerbey Membership Director The Club now offers the best steaks in the area. Ask anyone who and John Fedderke 419-254-2997 has recently ordered a steak prepared in the Club’s new radiant 419-254-2992 Fax heat broiler with temperatures that reach 1800 degrees, and they JUNIOR Andrew L. Cauffiel [email protected] will tell you it’s one of the five best steaks they ever ate. Intern: The many diverse special events hosted by the Club are fun and Findley Wise Wealth Management exciting. The fantastic New Year’s Eve Party, the Parade of Trees, Sponsored by Bruce Douglas, Tyler McKean The Christmas Tea Dance and the Dickens Dinner, just to name and Craig Findley www.twitter.com/TheToledoClub a few special events planned for the next 30 days. Charles E. Smith Next year we celebrate the Centennial of our priceless Club Associate: complex. Toledo Club members and their guest are in for a real Owens Corning Become a Fan of The Toledo Club! historic treat. Hold on everyone and enjoy the ride. Sponsored by Matt Darah, John Christy and Matt Rubin Best INTERMEDIATE Russ Wozniak Margaret A. Traband Membership Director Director of Strategic Initiatives: University of Toledo Timothy Effler, Michael Schmidt and Zak Vassar
BUSINESS FAMILY Truman A. Greenwood Counsel: The views expressed in Spengler Nathanson The Toledo ClubTopics James Jeffery, James Anderson and James Blumer are not necessarily those of The Toledo Club board welcome back! and its members unless stated. Katie Rofkar Neal Gregory All images and articles appearing in Topics magazine are the property of The Toledo Club and may not be reproduced Amanda Geletka or altered in any way without permission. © Copyright 2014 by The Toledo Club. All rights reserved.
10 DECEMBER 2014 DID YOU KNOW By Cindy Niggemyer The Toledo Club’s New Year’s Eve Party Did you know that the Toledo Club a children’s buffet also available. Fun provides the premier New Year’s A Toledo Tradition is the order of the evening with The Eve Party in the Toledo area? If Magic of Martin Jarre and DJ dancing. you have never attended, this may be the year to start your The early NYE countdown will be at 8:00 with a sparkling own NYE tradition. Want to bring a guest? No problem. You toast. PhotoboothRETRO will add to the fun. Please contact may obtain an invitation at the front desk. It’s going to be a Chairman Kevin Matus, mobile 419-654-1545 or email fabulous event with something for everyone! Your Toledo Club [email protected] if you need additional information. has not one, but THREE balloon drops and FOUR separate floors Attire: Business casual; no jeans or baseball caps of parties. Remember that last year was SOLD OUT. So, please $85.00 Adults | $40.00 Children 12 and under | Cash Bar make your reservations as soon as possible. We do not want ANY of our members to be unable to enjoy this foremost Toledo party. Four Course Early Bird Dinner – 5:00 Gala Party – 7:30 -12:30 Are you looking for a gourmet dinner Meet up with old and new friends in an elegant quiet setting? Being at in the main lobby for cocktails and The Toledo Club with familiar staff and munificent hors d’oeuvres. It is a surroundings is the perfect way to luxurious introduction to Chef Mike’s celebrate an early New Year’s Eve. gourmet 8:30 dinner. You may choose Attire: Business casual; no jeans or the elegant dining room, or private baseball caps rooms are available for a quiet dinner $50.00 | Cash Bar with your friends. Then join the multi floors of events. Jeff McDonald’s band Late-Night Party – 9:30 will be playing all evening in the MDR Dance the night away with the rock for your dancing and listening pleasure. band “The Good the Bad and the Blues” Of course, the traditional Times Square in the Centennial Room. A balloon drop, ball drop, TC balloon drop and a photoboothlive, late night champagne toast will be happening in the MDR at midnight. Just the above would be an evening hors d’oeuvres and a champagne toast combine to create New to remember, but here are more activities you may join. From Year’s Eve fun. Want some quiet time? The Pub will be open 9:30 until 12:30, a professional Red Room Casino containing on the second floor. Looking for more excitement? From 9:30 black jack, roulette and a craps table will provide excitement until 12:30, try your luck at the professional Red Room Casino again this year. Try your luck! Or, wander into the Centennial containing black jack, roulette and a craps table! Room and dance to the varied rock music of “The Good The Club attire: gentlemen in coats; ladies in party attire; no jeans Bad and The Blues.” or baseball caps. Try photoboothlive, have late night snacks and a champagne $40.00 | Cash Bar toast with a TC balloon drop. Need some quiet time? The Pub is open for drinks. What a choice! RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED FOR ALL NEW YEAR’S EVE EVENTS: Dress: Black Tie for men; ladies in party attire. CALL 419-254-2961 or email toledoclub.org. $85.00 Inclusive | Cash Bar Guests are welcome at all events – invitations are available at the Front Desk. – 5:00 Family New Year’s Eve Celebration Members and non-member guests may pre-pay at the You may join with other Toledo Club families on the fourth floor reservation number. for an early celebration of music, dancing and entertainment. Chef Mike’s gourmet dinner service will be served at 6:00 with Cancellations Unavailable After December 27, 2014
DECEMBER 2014 11 UPCOMING EVENTS AROUND THE CITY
Huntington Center Disney On Ice: Princesses and Heroes December 4 and 5 – 7 PM December 6 – 11 AM, 3 PM and 7 PM December 7 – 1 PM and 5 PM Stranahan Theater Oak Ridge Boys December 1 – 7:30 PM TobyMac December 4 – 7:30 PM The Nutcracker December 13 – 2 PM and 7 PM December 14 – 2 PM The Book of Mormon December 16 , 17 and 18 – 7:30 PM December 19 – 8 PM December 20 – 2 PM and 8 PM December 21 – 2 PM and 7:30 PM The Toledo Repertoire Theatre A Christmas Carol December 5 and 6 – 8 PM December 7 – 2:30 PM (Valentine Theatre) The Valentine Theatre Sounds of Music: Central Catholic High School December 14 – 3 PM Stan Kenton Christmas Concert, Toledo Jazz Orchestra December 21 – 3 PM The Toledo Symphony Christmas With Amy Grant December 6 – 8 PM (Stranahan Theater) Handel’s Messiah Toledo Choral Society and BSGU Chorus December 7 – 2 PM (Peristyle)
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I know I mentioned it last night in passing, but I wanted to make sure and put my thoughts in writing: Over the past two days, I hosted two events at the Toledo Club: The Board Fair on Thursday, October 23, and last night’s Leading for Toledo’s Future. Both events were simply flawless. Starting with the initial planning and scheduling meetings with Nancy to the professionalism of the staff on the night of each event, it was all we could have wanted and much, much more. Guests at both events, members of the planning committee and everyone in between piled compliment after compliment on the Club and staff.
I also have special appreciation for Nancy’s ability to address my last minute requests and menu changes with ease. She is really an asset on your team.
On behalf of the committees for both the Board Fair and Leading for Toledo’s Future, please pass along our thanks and appreciation to the entire Toledo Club team for their help in the success of these two events.
Chris Kozak DECEMBER 2014 19 December 2014Dining & Events Hours
(Year-round) 1 2 3 4 5 6 No Dining Reservations (MDR CLOSED) (MDR CLOSED) CHEF’S NO DINING IN 419-254-2961 ITALIAN FIRST CHEF’S PAIRINGS – • PAIRINGS DINNER OFF MENU SPORTS BUFFET TUESDAY GRILL WINE DOWN (CORINTHIAN) Dining Service DICKENS DINNER & TAVERN Main Dining Room WEDNESDAY Third Floor Lunch NO
Monday-Friday 7 NFL DAY 8 9 10 11 CHEF’S 12 CHEF’S 13 11:30 AM-2 PM FOOD/DRINK PAIRINGS – PAIRINGS/ (MDR CLOSED) SPECIALS DINNER OFF PRIME RIB Dinner TURKEY PUBLIC TREE DINING IN DADDY AND ME VIEWING MENU OR BROADWAY Monday-Friday* FOOTBALL DAY BUFFET WINE DOWN BUFFET SWINGS SPORTS 5:30-8:30 PM (TAVERN) WEDNESDAY PUBLIC TREE (BETSY GRILL *check schedule for WINE & GLITTER VIEWING ROTHROCK) & TAVERN alternate dining room PUBLIC TREE if MDR is closed VIEWING
• NFL NO CHEF’S 14 15 16 17 18 PAIRINGS – 19 20 Beverage Service DAY DINNER OFF FOOD/DRINK MENU OR BUFFET CHEF’S (MDR CLOSED) Oak Room Pub SPECIALS ITALIAN PUBLIC TREE THIRD THURSDAY PAIRINGS DINING IN First Floor PUBLIC TREE VIEWING UGLY SWEATERS SPORTS GRILL (Tavern) Monday-Friday VIEWING BUFFET WINE DOWN MEMBERS’ & TAVERN 4-9 PM PUBLIC TREE (BRUNCH) WEDNESDAY VIEWING JAM/MDR TEA DANCE • PUBLIC TREE VIEWING Sports Grill & Tavern (Casual attire)
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DECEMBER 2014 21 RECENT E v e n ts About the cover When Topics feature writer Rich Rothrock chose the characters for the final chapter of his Christmas trilogy, he remembered The Toledo Club’s strong relationship with the Toledo Repertoire Theatre’s FIRST TUESDAY A Christmas Carol. Once again the Club will partner with the Rep for a Dickens’ inspired buffet and transportation to the show on Friday December 5. The evening will include song, roast goose, Yorkshire pudding, Christmas pudding and a bit of grog. Come to dine and see the show. Or eat at the Club and attend on your own at the Valentine Theatre December 5, 6 or 7. Our cover’s Jacob Marley, is nine- times performer Jeff Albright, seen here with director and club member Deb Calabrese. The cast also includes Paul Causman as Ebenezer Scrooge, Eric Hillenbrand LOBSTER NIGHT & MEMBERS’ JAM as the ghost of Christmas Present plus Eileen and Alana Eddy singing in the adult chorus.
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ITALIAN DINNER Photos by Grand Lubell Photography and Art Bronson. See more photos at www.TheClubphotos.org. 22 DECEMBER 2014 SANTA’S CHRISTMAS... Continued from page 6 “Strange, isn’t it?” Clarence sighed, “Each man’s life touches so many other lives. When he isn’t around he leaves an awful hole, doesn’t he? When you stopped “Why don’t you kiss her instead of talking her to death?” coming to the Club, all the others stopped he frowned. coming as well.” Santa turned around. “You want me to kiss her, huh?” Santa looked around, unsure what to say Dennis scowled. “Youth is wasted on the wrong people.” or think. Shaking his head, he left Mr. and Mrs. Nick alone. Santa “You see, Santa, you’ve really had a took the drink from his wife’s hand and kissed her long wonderful life at the Club. Don’t you see and lovingly on the lips. Then he sat down in his favorite what a mistake it would be to throw it all Red Room chair and prepared for a long winter’s nap with away?” a smile on his face. The final thought coursing through Santa found himself sitting there with a his mind, “There’s no place like the Club.” tear in his eye and his kind hand trembled. As always, Santa proved better than his word. He’d “I will honor The Toledo Club in the Past, become as good a friend, as good a master, and as good the Present, and the Future,” he said. a member, as The Toledo Club had ever known. And it has “I will not shut out the lessons that you always been said of him that he knew how to keep The have taught me.” Toledo Club well, if any one alive possessed the knowledge. With that, Clarence began laughing and May that truly be said of us, and all of us! his face narrowed and fell away. And so, as Charles Dickens observed, God Bless Us, Every One! Santa started awake, surprised to find himself once again in the leather chair in Happy Holidays! the comfort of the Oak Room. He stumbled to his feet and staggered out the door into R the hallway, nearly running into Charlotte on her way out the door. He grabbed the startled woman by the arms and vigorously shook her. “Please,” Mr. Nick begged, “What’s today, my fine lady?” Surprised, Charlotte could only get out, “Today? Why, Christmas Day, of course.” before heading on out the door. Christmas Day? Santa could hardly believe it. He clapped his hands together. He hurried out into the lobby which was empty except for Roger who smiled and shook his hand. “Welcome back!”, he smiled. The sounds of someone singing “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas” filtered out from the Red Room. Santa followed the sound and found Jim Gottron plinking away on the piano. Mrs. Nick stood there smiling in her finest red Christmas frock, holding two glasses of Absolut Vodka with Rose’s lime juice and bleu cheese olives. Santa could only stand there smiling, happy and contented. He barely noticed Dennis passing through the room, pulling a jacket on and heading for the door. DECEMBER 2014 23 24 DECEMBER 2014 Dining Room by Karen Klein Bu zz A h, yes, another season is upon waffles, egg dishes, ham,luscious us: that Jolly Holiday Season with fruit and pastries. Hear sleigh bells lights so bright suggests a few spiritsChristmas ring as Mrs. Claus might send along with which to celebrate this Jolly Holiday. Tis’ the (no surprise here) some cutout cookies! Yes, the season to be merry and, once again, to toast and buffet will be brimming bright and merry. Hurry tote friends and family in the spirit of the season. is in down as Jack Frost tickles your nose. Yes, elves do it, tiny Christmas mice do it, reindeer try Listen one will, when the Members’ Jam entertains it and even curmudgeons make a pass at it; so let’s the in the Red Room on the third Friday, Decmber 19 with share the Holiday Spirit!!! An added task might be to Little Toot Toots from Tiny Tin Horns and Rat-A-Tats test our wills against the buffet as the Main Dining from Big Bad Drums. No buffet this evening! Chef’s Room bursts with activity to make the season bright. Air Pairings will prevail. Eat Well, but Let Nothing You Dismay! O Tannenbaum! Yes, there are trees galore, displayed floor Deck the halls with boughs of holly. Nay, no roast goose on by floor. Charlie Brown, if he were able to attend, would be the menu for the Dickens Dinner. Rooty-toot-toots on the BIG awestruck as Lucy led him through the tree tour. This year’s Tin Horn announce a Roast Beef buffet with all the trimmings. viewing will open on First Tuesday, not that those people and Sing Fa la la la la as one contemplates Tiny Tim’s plight and Chef Michael need incentive to be inventive and festive. All the Figgy Pudding. are invited. God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen! The Tea Dance and dinner is always special; no rock-a-billy, The MDR’s beautiful player piano will emit carols as one as the tweets are twittered. I’ll Be Home for Christmas and shares the bounty, stacks the shrimp and checks around the young and old and those in-between party hearty at this corner for Santa, Baby, carting diamond rings. Gather we will traditional elegant event. Jingle Bell Rock!!! Sleigh Bells Ring! to celebrate friendships on Mondays for the Italian and Turkey But Can You Hear What I Hear? Buffets. Not rum-tum-a tumming your drum? No? Well, one December 24 is the Christmas Eve Buffet! That enticing can always order from the full menu, if one wishes, as the extraordinary Buffet of Buffets! Oyster stew is reason enough chestnuts are roasting on the fire. to make a reservation and yea for the smoked salmon and Silver Bells should be the dinner bell for buffets, buffets and mound of shrimp. And savory, rat-a-tat tat-tat on the little drum, more buffets. Roast beef – Hark, the Angels Sing – will be king; ROAST BEEF! Hear Sleigh Bells Ring as Soon It Will Be Christmas the vegetables green and cherry red tomatoes will dot the Day! As one leaves, one can be forgiven for looking to the sky foodscape. City sidewalks, dressed in holiday style, along for the Most Famous Reindeer of All, flying past the Star of with a few ads, promote public attendance for The Wonder, Star of Light and a Dream of a White Christmas. Grand Tour of Trees during the midweek. Do not fail Then, do have a Merry Little Christmas Day as one to make a reservation! Those others have a new relishes knowing the great secret of where Santa tradition! and spouse spend Christmas Day. Take time for the Sunday Brunch Buffet, Drink a Little Cup of Kindness Yet as we December 14, as Santa – having checked usher in the New Year! Enjoy a gourmet his list twice to see who’s been naughty served dinner, to be followed by a or nice – will take time to appear. Yes, gambol to gamble with free chips for his sack is packed with two front teeth New Year Treats as New Year’s Eve at tucked in a velvet bag and indeed, Santa’s The Toledo Club Is the Place to Be. coming to town. Choices will be difficult as Chef plans an omelet station, R
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HALLOWEEN PARTY Photos by Grand Lubell Photography. See more photos at www.TheClubphotos.org. 26 DECEMBER 2014 DECEMBER 2014 27 28 DECEMBER 2014 DECEMBER 2014 29 Cuisineat the club
Le Menu The word “menu,” like much of the terminology of cuisine, is French in origin. It ultimately derives from the Latin word “minutus,” something made small. In France it came to be applied to a detailed list or résumé of any kind. The original menus that offered consumers choices were MICHAEL ROSENDAUL prepared on a small chalkboard or carte; Hence Executive Chef, the origin of “à la carte,” “according to the board.” 419-243-2200 Ext, 2149 The contemporary menu first appeared in France [email protected] during the second half of the eighteenth century. Prior to this time, eating establishments served dishes that were chosen by the proprietors. www.twitter.com/mrosendaul Customers ate what the house was serving that day and were served from a common table. The Become a Fan of The Toledo Club! establishment of restaurants and restaurant menus allowed customers to choose from a list of unseen dishes, which were produced to order according to the customer’s selection. An establishment charged its customers a fixed price; the menu allowed customers to spend as much or as little money as they chose.
Beef Bourguignon Ingredients • 3 lbs lean stewing beef • 2 Tbl butter in 2-inch cubes, (or olive oil) patted dry • 2 Tbl • 1 cup chopped onions tomato paste • Salt, freshly • 1 Tbl chopped ground pepper, • 3-4 fresh rosemary leaves • 1/3 cup all-purpose to taste carrots, peeled and • 3 cups flour (1½ cups) thinly sliced Burgundy wine • 1 • 3 cups beef stock lb. button mushrooms, or canned broth • 1 Tbl red quartered currant jelly Directions • Garnish: 2 Tbl 1 Preheat chopped fresh parsley oven to 350 F. 2. Sauté beef in small onions, batches in 1 Tbl sprinkle with flour, butter until thoroughly 3. Add wine, stock, salt and pepper. brown Return to to tomato paste and Stir on high heat casserole, add oven. Bake until rosemary, and until flour forms 4. Boil water, meat is tender, about bring to a boil. Cover a crust. add carrots, cook 2 hours. casserole and 5. Melt 1 Tbl butter until tender. Drain, transfer 6. in skillet, add rinse under When meat is cooked, mushrooms and cold water and drain jelly. Serve transfer tcasserole sauté over medium again. garnished with to a burner, add heat for 10 minutes. the chopped parsley. tmushrooms, carrots, . and currant 30 DECEMBER 2014 DECEMBER 2014 31 ATHLETICAthleticS/SQUASH News
Women and Wine Round Robin Thursday, December 4, is our date for this year’s Women and Wine Round Robin! Play will begin as early as 4:30 PM and we’ll feed players in as they arrive. We’ll continue to play until everyone is 1) too thirsty to continue 2) too tired to continue. A fee will cover play and our traditional wine sampling. It’s all for fun and all levels of players are invited to participate.
Shop the Pro Shop for the Holidays i No crowded malls i Keep it easy on yourself i No parking issues i Free gift wrap Give the gift that keeps giving! Lessons and racquet ‘tune up’ restring and regrip will keep your player happy. Likewise new racquets, Under Armour and gear for sport active wear, in addition to court shoes. John A. Seidel Athletic Director and Over 45 vs Under 45 Highlighter! Squash Professional Our annual holiday season highlight – the Over vs Under Squash Event is a mostly fun, 419-254-2962 sometimes intense, but always enjoyable competition set for Thursday, December 18. We’ll have two different playing ‘time zones’ to choose from: early 4 – 5:45 PM or later 5:45 – 7:30 PM. [email protected] Each player will be matched up with a like opponent (some handicapping with points may be necessary) for a best of three game match. The Overs upset the Unders last year and bragging rights will be on the line again this season. Join us!
Junior Squash Program Kicks off Saturday, December 6 Attention all parents and grandparents: all kids ages 8-18 are invited to join us for squash fun on Saturdays! The junior squash program will run from December 6 through January 17 on the following Saturdays: i December 6 We will have two separate groups of juniors, ages 8-13 and 13-18. The kids i December 20 can bring guests as well if they wish. The younger group will kick things off at 9 AM. They will receive instruction and play squash and squash hockey i December 27 till 10:15 AM. The older group will receive instruction and will play round i January 3 robin play from 10:15 AM until Noon. The older group can continue on to the Sports Grill & Tavern for lunch following play. The fee for the program i January 10 is $144 for the older group and $75 for the younger group. i January 17 The program will have a discount for families of three or more! Please call John to reserve a spot for your child.
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32 DECEMBER 2014 AQUATICAthletic & FITNESS CE NTNewsER
Holiday Athletic Department Hours 25 Days Until Christmas (all other days are regular hours) You know what a great gift you can give “you”? Wednesday, December 24...... 5AM – 3PM Your fittest healthiest self! Call now to schedule your Wednesday, December 25...... CLOSED Fitness Center orientation with one of our fitness Thursday, December 26...... 5 AM – 9 PM specialists. We will take you from the front doors of Tuesday, December 31...... 5AM – 3 PM the club to the Fitness Center and show you where Wednesday, January 1...... CLOSED to begin. Get a jumpstart on your resolution today!
Running Road Trips Join the fun. We already have our eye on some races early next year and we would love for you to join us! Dan Peffley, Marty Lahey, Jesse Lahey, Steve Hanley and Charissa spent a weekend in Chicago and completed the Chicago Marathon. “Every Mile is Magnificent” CHARISSA MARCONI holds true in the windy city. With 46,000 registered Steve Hanley, BS, WITS runners, 40,000 runners crossed the finish line cheered Charissa Marconi, Marty Lahey, Fitness & Aquatics Dir. on by about 1.5 million spectators in a race that Jesse Lahey spanned 26.2 miles. An amazing event! Chicago 2015 419-254-2990 is already on the calendar. [email protected] Amanda Geletka completed the Columbus Half Marathon with a PR. (If you’re new to running, that’s a personal record!) Amanda and her husband welcomed Join me on their third child Eleanor, in April – no rest for this busy mom who also works at Brooks Insurance. www.twitter.com/charissamarconi Gary McBride completed his 64th marathon in the Portland, Oregon, event after completing over 1100 miles on the Pacific Crest Trail. As soon as he finished hiking, he started a 5-week marathon training program. Dan Peffley Amanda Geletka
Maumee River Swim Congrats to our big swim winners Art Bronson and Melissa Shaner who made a splash in the pool and swam all summer long. Other participants that were right behind were Kevin Brennan, Bruce Seeger, Jim Jaros, Andy Anderson, and Steve Bogart. We look forward to more swimmers next year as Melissa Shaner, the club’s swim coach, will be putting a program together for overall swim improvement. Look for details in the January Topics.
Spin Class, 6AM Wednesdays and Fridays, $5 Join Luigina Boes and members on the track early in the morning for a fun class choreographed to music. Missing the outdoor ride as the weather gets cold? Jump on a spin bike and feel the burn - and get the workout done before you get to work.
Uptown Santa 5k, December 13 The UpTown Toledo 5k Santa Run hits the streets for a fun, festive romp to ring in the holiday season in Toledo’s most eclectic arts and entertainment district. Toledo’s first ever Santa Run will debut in UpTown to help raise funds for the UpTown Green park, an exciting new public space coming the summer of 2015. You may sign up on runsignup.com. Charissa will be happy to answer any questions.
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2014 Armed Services Dinner Sponsors and/or Attendees James and Delois Blumer Glass City Wine Festival/ John and Laurie Boggs Brian Lilly Art and Maria Bronson John and Delia Longthorne Chad and Kathering Bolles Robert and Karen Lucas Charles Brown Richard and Robin LaValley Maureen and Stephen Brown Michael and Lori Mack William and Jean Buckley Frank Manning John and Barbara Burson John and Cynthia McKay Keith and Susan Burwell Robert and Kathie Maxwell Joe Clarke John Clement Ernest and Joyce Mease John and Joette Collins Bob and Anita Montgomery John and Laurie Crisp Mike and Kristen Mori Ben Dansard /Joanne Stockstiel Michael Noble Cormac and Judith Delaney Matt Osburn Dennis Donatoni Jason Perry/Vin Devers, Inc Gregory Emmert, Jr. MD Joann and William Phipps Eric Fankhauser David and Ann Marie Quinn John and Mary Fedderke Mark Ralston Bruce and Patty Foster Lowell Roe Larry and Diane Friedman Richard and Betsy Rothrock Mike and Susan Goetz Don Rowan Chris and Shirley Hansen Helmut and Beatrice Schirm Andy Herf Tim and Jolene Schmidt Michael and Michelle Hensien John and Kim Seidel Donald and April Hill/ Brett and Nicole Seymour Brick Yard Sloppy Joe Sauce Kenneth Smith Donald and April Hill William and Carrie Southern Mike and Cindy Holmes Tom Swiggart Steve and Jane Hopkins Tom and Marlene Uhler Todd and Linda Hoyt Tom and Pugs Valo, MD James and Amber Knapp William and Jean Vaughan Ed and Maija Kraemer Earnest Weaver George Korhumel David White Sr. Eddie and Julie Lee Joe Zerbey ARMED FORCES DINNER John and Laurie Leslie 34 DECEMBER 2014 Photos by Grand Lubell Photography. MEMBER DECEMBER N E W S
BABYSITTING ITEMS BBB 2014 80TH BIRTHDAY JUMP DONATIONS NEEDED TORCH AWARDS FOR CAROL KRAUS The Toledo Club is looking to start up a The Toledo Club salutes long-time member babysitting space to better accommodate Steve Taylor, president of Taylor Automotive our members with young children. In order Group. The Group, which includes seven to make this a successful venture, we are dealerships in the Toledo, Perrysburg, asking the club members for donation items. Findlay, and Lima areas, received the Better Items on the Business Bureau 2014 Torch Award in the wish list extra-large business (150 -plus employees) include but category. The award honors businesses and are not limited non-profit organizations for their outstanding Member Carol Kraus’s large family witnessed to: Pack-n-Play, marketplace ethics and public service. and cheered her tandem skydive celebrating High Chairs, Toledo Fair Housing Center, which is dedicated her 80th birthday. Some other family members Children Size to eliminating housing discrimination, won in joined the skydive, as well. As Carol related, Table and the non-profit category. The “...at 14,000 feet, the jump light went on, we Chairs, Play Center has investigated more scooted down the bench, lowered our legs Mats, Trucks, Books, Dolls, Legos, Children than 11,500 complaints of outside the plane, thrust our heads down DVD’s, Craft Items, Hand Sanitizer and discrimination. Toledo Club and literally tumbled into space. There was Baby Wipes. If you are able to donate member Michael Marsh is no sensation of falling, but rather of soaring items, please contact Nancy or Debra at president and CEO of the like a bird, arms outstretched...” Tethered to 419.254.2981. agency. her tandem instructor, Carol was in free fall for 10,000 feet before opening their chute and gently landing in a seated position on soft BETSY ROTHROCK AND grass. “I had no grass stains at all,” she said. COMPANY RETURN “White Lightening” is her new family moniker Back by popular demand, club member ThankYou Congratulations, and Happy Birthday, Carol! Betsy Bronson Rothrock and singing CONTRIBUTORS TO THE companion Mark Vondrak will be joined TOLEDO CLUB FOUNDATION by a special guest, or two, to present an • All attendees of the President’s Dinner ANN SANFORD evening of holiday and seasonal tunes in • Henry Demain HONORED BY the Main Dining Room. Selections will include hits from the stage and screen, as TOLEDO OPERA OTHER DONATIONS TO THE Toledo Opera Guild dedicated its October 10 well as many traditional favorites. Make CLUB (NOT FOUNDATION) performance of Tosca to Ann Sanford in your dinner reservations now for Friday, • Denny Johnson for pool pump honor of her “20 years of board experience December 12. • George Korhumel for boat and unwavering support of the organization.” under glass in the Oak Room A reception in her honor was held the preceding evening at The Toledo Club. Conductor James Meena said she was “ a beacon for the successful journey of the In Memoriam Toledo Opera, which weathered a recent Our condolences to the family of financial crisis in large part to her efforts.” William Fairhurst, a Toledo Club member since 1956. William was on a leave Sanford, first vice president and financial of absence membership status. advisor with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney, has been a member of the Club since 2002.
DECEMBER 2014 35 W ♪♫ Don we now, our ugly sweaters! Fa la la la la, la la la laaa
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by Mike Schmidt and Katherine S. Decker Sports Grill & Tavern Committee Co-Chairmen & Donee we now, our ugly esweaters! Fa la la la la, la la la laaaaa! x By the time you read this article you willh have holiday tradition, I would like to invite everyone undoubtedlyy seen the first signs of the upcoming to join us in the Tavern on Third Thursday, aa holidays: “gift guide” suggestions from online December 18, wearing the ugliest holiday retailers (okay, Nordstrom, I get it, bold boots are in sweater* you’re willing to wear in public. this season); the oh-so recognizable Starbucks red cup; and a window h display or two. And I can assure you that I have definitely listened to at least one Christmas song, possibly two... or maybe even the entire Dolly Parton/Kenny Rogers Once Upon A Christmas album. For many of us, the holidays are about family and Finally, on a personal note, I was recently made tradition. As a child, for instance, my family holiday aware of rumors regarding a possible row between traditions included decorating the tree with my mom a Topics author who shall remain nameless and while listening to – you guessed it – the Dolly Parton/ several of the distinguished gentlemen who Kenny Rogers Once Upon A Christmas album with frequent the Oak Room. I’m happy to report, some Mannheim Steamroller and Frank Sinatra however, that when I followed up on these rumors, thrown in for good measure. My adult holiday I was welcomed to the Round Table for a strong traditions have changed a bit given that (a) my cocktail and good conversation; all is right with husband does not share my fondness for Christmas the world. We hope that our friends in the Oak duets and (b) I’ve discovered that nothing puts me Room will join us on the 18th for some yuletide fun or, failing that, a stiff drink. in the Christmas spirit quite like a glass of wine (so I’m pretty merry all year round), but despite Cheers! the evolution of the traditions, they’re traditions Kate nonetheless. *Ugly sweaters not required, but obviously encouraged. One holiday tradition the Tavern is continuing is The iconic pewter mugs with the etched Club logo can only be the annual Ugly Sweater Party.* For those of you found in the Tavern, and are available to all Mug Club members who aren’t familiar with the concept of an ugly exclusively. All members can join for a nominal fee by asking the bartender – And it has been estimated that your sweater party, I can assure you that it’s exactly what ROI turns positive after approximately 17 refills. it sounds like: purchase/make/borrow the tackiest holiday sweater you can, don said sweater, and NEW Regular Hours: head up to the Tavern for some holiday cheer (and Thursday 5 pm – 12:30 am libations). Last year’s inaugural event was a huge Friday 5 pm – 12:30 am success filled with good drink, general merriment, Saturday 11 am – 12:30 Am Sunday Noon – 6 Pm and some truly hideous sweaters. In the spirit of Photos by Art Bronson The Sports Grill & Tavern will open for special and private events on Mondays and Tuesdays 36 DECEMBER 2014 DECEMBER 2014 37 Committees Athletic Centennial Chairman Chairman TBA David Quinn Jim Burnor Jr. Keith Burwell Mike Goetz Tom Klein Zachary Huizing John Fedderke Christopher Kozak Shirley Levy Marty Lahey Food/Beverage Topics Karen Lucas Will Lewis Chairman Chairman Matthew Rubin Ben Brown David Cameron Social/Entertainment Dan Effler Tony Barone Brett Seymour Chairman Greg Wagoner Becky Fuhrman Art Bronson Karen Klein Tom Dawson Mike Mori Squash Bob Lubell John Fedderke Art Bronson John MacKay Fred Harrington Jim Burnor Chairman Kathy Mikolajczak Nathalie Helm Eileen Eddy Mike Goetz Lindsey Milam Thomas Klein Joy Hyman Steve Bogart Ann Sanford Shirley Levy Kirk Mizerek Jim Burnor Betty Sherman Bob Lubell David Quinn Alex Due Linda Varga Cindy Niggemyer Tim Effler Greg Wagoner Richard Rothrock Membership Tyson Fankhauser Chairman Jeffrey Levesque Zak Vassar Frank Manning Dana Syrek meeting schedule Jackie Barnes Greg Wagoner Tim Effler Erica Jennewine Finance Social/EntertainmentDecember Committee Matt Rubin Chairman December 2 • 5:30 PM • Chelsea Room Mike Schmidt Michael T. Marciniak Larry Boyer Food/Beverage Committee Sports Grill & Tavern Joseph Colturi December 4 • Noon • Chelsea Room Co-Chairmen Doug Kearns Kate Decker James Knapp Squash Committee Mike Schmidt Jodi Miehls December 9 • 7:30 AM • Georgian Room Mark Decker Mark Ralston Tim Effler Nate Syrek Finance Committee Brian Epstein Dirk Van Heyst December 15 • 4 PM • Board Room James Knapp William Vaughan Membership Committee Megan Sosnowski December 15 • 5:30 PM • Red Room Marketing Junior/Intermediate Chairman Board Meeting Chairman Fred Harrington December 16 • 4 PM • Board Room Nick Stack Florence Buchanan Renee Stack John Fedderke Junior/Intermediate Committee Cameron Hahn Markeith Johnson December 18 • 6 PM • Tavern Sarah Snell Karen Klein Tom Klein Sports Grill & Tavern Committee Shirley Levy December 18 • 5:30 PM • Sports Grill Technology Chairman Michael Mori Topics Committee Cindy Niggemyer Amir Khan Rick Rudnicki December 30 • 6:00 PM • Board Room Doug Andrews Sonja Scheuer Josh Cooper Athletic Committee John Fedderke No Meeting in December Sonja Scheuer House Kristin Winovich Chairman Marketing Committee Susan Allan Block December 11 • Noon • Georgian Room Technology Committee No Meeting in December 38 DECEMBER 2014 Members of the Board of Directors
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Athletic Squash Marketing Sports Grill & Tavern Sports Grill & Tavern Centennial To Be Announced Mike Goetz Fred Harrington Co-Chairman Co-Chairman David Quinn 419-245-2531 Bus. 419-385-2322 Home Kate Decker Mike Schmidt 419-537-1741 Bus. 419-351-3595 Cell [email protected] 419-321-1452 Bus 419-872-5423 Bus. 419-367-3601 Cell [email protected] 419-202-0965 Cell 419-290-3626 Cell [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] DECEMBER 2014 39 PRSRT STD U.S. POSTAGE 235 14th Street • Toledo, Ohio 43604 PAID 419.243.2200 • 419.254.2969 Fax Reservation Hotline: 419.254.2961 TOLEDO, OHIO www.toledoclub.org PERMIT NO. 335 Attention Postal Carrier: Dated Materials Please Deliver between November 28-29, 2014
IN THE SPOTLIGHT
• Fine single malts • Five star dining • Guest speaker • Cigars on the parking lot after dinner. OO $90 Per Person JANUARY 15 | 6 PM | SAVE THE DATE