Detroit Athletic Club
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Detroit Athletic Club
DETROIT ATHLETIC CLUB SEPTEMBER 2013 DETROIT BACK TO THE CLUB NIGHT Preview what’s happening around the Club Back to the Club Night Saturday, Sept. 28 from 7 p.m.-midnight Reserve now for 2013 Back to the Club Night, Detroit’s premier private party of the year. Celebrate our city with the theme of Detroit. Stroll the entire Clubhouse while enjoying culinary classics and four floors of live entertainment. Visit the Abbey to see the Bob Seger Tribute Band or catch Motown on the First Floor. The Elite Show Band will entertain the Second Floor, while the Fourth Floor will showcase Detroit’s techno music. Cost: $82/Member, $60/Intermediate; Attire: Coat & Tie S One week cancellation policy Join the Club’s newest group for beer tasting at Back to the Club Night on Sept. 28. Complimentary for members of the new DAC Beer Society. See page 5 for more information. ENGAGE Your Source for Events & Program Information As DAC membership and our facilities continue to evolve so does Preview. Beginning in September, the Engage section of the DAC News will become your exclusive printed source for Club information. Along with the member website, Engage is designed to better help you discover the latest details about Club events, activities and programs. You will find this great source of information at the front of the magazine each month. We will also continue to send out our weekly digital newsletter to members and their spouses who provide us with an email address. Enjoy the magazine’s new intuitive, member-driven design and take this opportunity to connect with the Club. DAC Communications Staff Make reservations at thedac.com or call (313) 442-1069. S = Singles mixer tables available Preview is produced and printed by the DAC News office. Information is provided by various departments at the DAC . On the cover: Back to the Club – Detroit’s most exclusive party of the year. Preview, Detroit Athletic Club (USPS# 024-085) is published monthly by the Detroit Athletic Club, 241 Madison Avenue, Detroit, MI 48226. Periodicals postage paid at Detroit, MI and additional mailing offices. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to: Preview, Detroit Athletic Club, 241 Madison Avenue, Detroit, MI 48226. Telephone (313) 442-1035. Copyright by the Detroit Athletic Club 2013 “The Detroit Athletic Club” and “DAC” are registered trademarks of the Detroit Athletic Club. All rights reserved. Prices in Preview do not include 6% sales tax or 20% service charge. Information is subject to change. Please be aware that members and guests attending a DAC special event, program, class or any DAC activity become subject to photography. Images of members and/or guests are used throughout all Club communications without prior written consent. Members who do not wish to be photographed should notify the DAC News in advance at (313) 442-1035. 2 2013 Tigers Season Tailgates Sept. 13, 14, 16, 17, 18, 20 & 21 The tradition continues. Bring friends and family to pre-game festivities in the Stadium Pavilion. The Stadium Eats menu is “fresh, fast and made in Detroit” with pre-order family style platters available. Walk-ins welcome, dress code applies. 2013 Lions Tailgate Bash Sunday, Sept. 8, 29 & Oct. 20, 27 at 11 a.m. Relax with family, friends or clients during the biggest Lions tailgate bash in Detroit. Enjoy a delicious pre-game buffet with build your own Bloody Marys and specially crafted drinks. Pavilion Pub opens at 10:30 a.m. on this and all tailgate game days. Children can enjoy a football toss, face painting and a Lions high energy drum line performance. Stadium Pavilion will be open post-game. Cost: $36/Adult, $14/Child 11 and under Attire: Tailgate Casual, denim permitted Fisher Vineyards Wine Dinner ut Sold Oist Wait L le Availab Fall Wine Tasting Friday, Sept. 6 from 7:30-10:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 20 at 6:30 p.m. Featured wines for the evening include Mountain Estate, Unity and Coach Insignia. Executive Chef Kevin Brennan will prepare culinary masterpieces to compliment these amazing wines. Cost: $155/Person; Attire: Coat & Tie Two week cancellation policy, reservations limited to parties of two Intermediates Council will host their annual fall tasting in the Main Dining Room with a selection of fine wines and assorted hors d’oeuvres. Enjoy live music and a specialty drink table. Premium member chit bar will be available from 9:30 to 10:30 p.m. Cost: $40/Intermediate or guests $45/Resident or guests Attire: Coat & Tie 48-hour cancellation policy Fall Fashion Show Wednesday, Oct. 30 Neiman Marcus will present this year’s runway show featuring the hottest looks of the season. Celebrate top designers with a catwalk presentation preceded by a delicious plated lunch. 11 a.m. Cocktails and makeup tutorials Noon – Lunch 12:30 p.m. – Fashion Show 1 p.m. – Shop featured designs Cost: $55/Person includes a $100 Neiman Marcus facial card Attire: Business Sponsored by the Ladies Activities Committee t Wait Lisle b a il a Av Chevrolet and DAC Foundation present Chuck Davey Boxing Classic Friday, Oct. 25 Save your place now to watch boxing teams from the U.S. Air Force Academy, the U.S. Naval Academy and the U.S. Military Academy compete in the ring. This black tie event will include hors d’oeuvres and a gourmet dinner. 6 p.m. – Cocktails, 7 p.m. – Dinner; 8:30 p.m. – Boxing Classic Cost: $180/Person; Chit Bar available S All tables are for 10, smaller reservations at mixer tables One month cancellation policy 3 Reserve online at thedac.com or by calling Catering & Special Events at (313) 442-1069. Preview DAC LITERARY CLUB what’s happening around the Club Executives Host John Fikany Friday, Sept. 6 Book: “Paris” by Edward Rutherfurd Reserve with lunch selection through Membership at (313) 442-1018 or [email protected]. DAC Executives Club presents John Fikany, vice president of Microsoft and close friend of Bill Gates and Steve Ballmer. Fikany will detail the software giant’s latest cloud services. From large corporations to small businesses, Microsoft offers a range of new products, including live web chats, apps and platforms to better harness big data using powerful, yet simple to use analytics tools. 11:15 a.m. – Networking, Noon – Luncheon Cost: $15/Exec. Club member, $20/Non-Exec. Club member; Attire: Coat & Tie Reserve with Beth in Catering at (313) 442-1068 LADIES ACTIVITIES CALENDAR Single Malt Society’s Scottish Experience Friday, Sept. 20 at Noon Oct. 30 – Fall Fashion Show Nov. 12-13 – Holiday Boutique Nov. 23 – Behind the Scenes of the Parade Dec. 14 – Elf Lunch and Show FIRST TUESDAY GROUP Tuesday, Sept. 10 Tuesday, Oct. 1 Cocktails begin at 5:30 p.m. Contact Teresa Raniszeski at (313) 442-1005 for details. INTERMEDIATES CALENDAR Sept. 6 – Fall Wine Tasting Sept. 9 – Council Meeting Oct. 14 – Council Meeting BUSINESS ROUNDTABLES Resumes Tuesday, Oct. 8 To join Business Roundtables, contact Nancy Rudnick at [email protected]. Reservations now available at thedac.com. Wednesday, Sept. 11 Begin the evening with light hors d’oeuvres and a single malt tasting. Then follow DAC’s guest bagpiper to a four-course dinner including a flight of single malt in the Main Dining Room. Enjoy a Highland dance performance and presentation by David Allardice, central Glenfiddich brand ambassador. Cost: $120/Person includes hors d’oeuvres, dinner and tasting; Attire: Coat & Tie, kilts optional Prospective Member Cocktail Reception Thursday, Sept. 19 at 6 p.m. Someone you know is waiting to join the DAC Invite your “someone” to the next Prospective Member Cocktail Reception. Enjoy complimentary cocktails, hors d’oeuvres and Clubhouse tours. Reservations required. Next reception will be held on Oct. 10. Contact the Membership Office at (313) 442-1018 or [email protected]. Attire: Business Professional Youth Etiquette Class Saturday, Sept. 21 Raver Lash, CEO of Contemporary Etiquette Institute, will lead three sessions along with a segment on etiquette within the DAC. Kids ages 5-12 (11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. and 1-2:30 p.m.) will learn dining etiquette and good guest behavior. Kids ages 13-18 (2:30-4:50 p.m.) will learn appropriate dining conversations, social media responsibility and proper behavior on the job and at special events. Cost: $40/Person; Attire: Coat & Tie Sponsored by the Youth Activities Committee 15th Annual Development Walking Tour Thursday, Sept. 19 Explore the College for Creative Studies campus and discover the world-renowned college of art and design educating students for careers in dynamic and growing creative professions. 5 p.m. – Registration at DAC, 5:30 p.m. – Bus tour of Ford and Taubman campuses (56 spots only) 6 p.m. – Bus tour of Taubman Campus only 8 p.m. – Reception and speaker at the DAC S Cost: $45 includes bus, tour and reception Attire: Professional Business, comfortable shoes recommended 4 Sponsored by the Community Outreach Committee and Urban Land Institute Reserve online at thedac.com or by calling Catering & Special Events at (313) 442-1069. DAC Launches Beer Society Join the Club’s newest group for a beer tasting at Back to the Club Night on Sept. 28. Complimentary for members of the new DAC Beer Society. Regular membership to the Beer Society is $40/DAC member who will enjoy assistance ordering beer featured in the DAC Beer Members Catalog at a discounted price, engraved DAC beer glass to be used in the Abbey and Tap by Beer Society members only, a 15 percent discount on all beer purchased in the Abbey and Tap, and Beer Society members-only events throughout the year. For details or to sign up, contact Nikki Charbonneau at (313) 442-1012. Progressive Cigar Night Dinner DAC Dining New Grill Menu The DAC Grill Room has unveiled a new, healthconscious menu featuring simply grilled, vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and other specialty selections. Also find classic in-house creations that exemplify “pure DAC.” Excellence defines the Grill, a place where you will experience the highest culinary standards tailored to fit your likings. Grill Offers Saturday Lunch Featuring the Padron Label Thursday, Nov. 7 at 6 p.m. The Grill is now open for lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturdays. Enjoy a fresh, bountiful menu featuring seasonal ingredients. For reservations, call (313) 442-1004. Enjoy an elegant evening sampling cigars from the Padron Label. Cut your first cigar at the DAC and stroll to La Casa de la Habana (less than one block away) for cocktails, hors d’oeuvres and your first smoke. Return to the Club for an exceptional meal prepared by Executive Chef Kevin Brennan as well as exclusive raffle prizes, wines and cordials by subscription. Cost: $165/Person includes five featured label cigars Attire: Black Tie Optional Online Reservations Event Chairmen: Tony Magdowski, Frank Mamat, John Boyle and George Ghazal Limited seating available, two week cancellation policy DAC Reservations can now be made online at thedac.com. Visit the member home page, click “reservations” under the “My DAC” section on the left side of the page. Tap Room Mixologist DAC lead bartender Dave Bertolino and new experienced mixologist Lola Gegovic introduce a new DAC Craft Cocktail Menu this month. Try delicious, Detroit-inspired concoctions like Autumn Hues (Cruzan oak aged rum, baked apple syrup, egg white cinnamon), Jaleena (Hendrick’s Gin, Berry shrub, rose water, lime) and Brandy Parapluie (Port wine, brandy, orange press, nutmeg, allspice). Father Son Party Saturday, Nov. 30 from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Join a family tradition of lunch, games and entertainment. This special Father Son day will also include games of Diving for Dollars, bowling and a gift for every child age 18 and under. Cost: $39/Person; Attire: Coat & Tie Hours of Operation DAC Grill Room Breakfast Monday~Friday 7-9:30 a.m. Saturday & Sunday 7-11 a.m. Continental & Omelets Lunch Monday ~Friday 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Café Menu Monday ~Friday 2-4 p.m. Saturday 11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. Dinner Tuesday ~Saturday 5:30-10 p.m. Tap Room Abbey Café Menu Monday 11:30 a.m.-9 p.m. Tuesday~Friday 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m. Lunch (Beginning Sept. 9) Monday ~Friday 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Bar Service Monday~Friday 11:30 a.m.-Midnight Saturday 5 p.m.-Midnight Happy Hour Monday ~Friday 5-7 p.m. Dinner (Beginning Sept. 3) Monday ~Friday 5:30-9 p.m. Ladies Locker Room Monday~Friday 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Isle of Yap Monday~Friday 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. 5 Reserve online at thedac.com or by calling Catering & Special Events at (313) 442-1069. Preview what’s happening around the Club Children’s Halloween Party Thanksgiving Day Buffet Saturday, Oct. 26 from noon-2 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 28 Seatings from 1-6 p.m. Dress up in your favorite costume to enjoy an afternoon of Halloween family fun. Enjoy a delicious buffet of mysterious foods and secret potions, a spooktacular haunted house, candy, pumpkin decorating and more. This event doubles as a great birthday party. Cost: $30/Adult or Child ages 4-11 (kids 3 and younger are free) Attire: Business Casual or costume Don’t miss DAC’s elaborate Thanksgiving Buffet, packed with all the traditional Thanksgiving fare as well as DAC holiday favorites. Cost: $42/Adult, $20/Child 3-11; Attire: Coat & Tie Thanksgiving Day Parade Preferred Seating Behind the Scenes at the Parade Company Saturday, Nov. 23 Experience the excitement of the Thanksgiving Parade at the home of the Parade Company. On this unique tour, you will hear the story, learn the secrets and see the elements of this leading parade. Get a sneak peek at unique floats in the works while meeting parade artists and craftsmen. 10 a.m. – Registration, 10:30 a.m. – Bus departs DAC 11 a.m. – Tour, 12:30 p.m. – Return for lunch at DAC Cost: $50/Adult or $35/Child under 11 (includes bus, tour and lunch) Attire: Business Casual (no denim) Sponsored by the Ladies Activities Committee Thursday, Nov. 28 With prime parade parking and exclusive member seating, the DAC is the perfect place for Thanksgiving Day festivities. Join us before the parade for apple cider, hot chocolate, coffee, apples and snacks before heading to the grandstands. 7:30 a.m. – Registration begins at the DAC Cost: $40/Person includes bleacher seat and pre-parade refreshments or $7 for refreshments only Attire: Casual denim in New Court only Outside Events Cancellation Policy Thanksgiving Dinner To Go Thursday, Nov. 28 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Thanksgiving Eve Family Night Wednesday, Nov. 27 from 6-9 p.m. Join local Girl Scout Troops for craft activities, gingerbread house building, swimming and a children’s buffet. Chit bar available. Reserve an overnight stay in our guest rooms on Thanksgiving Eve at (313) 963-9200. Cost: $12/Child (includes crafts and buffet) or $20/Adult Attire: Business Casual Order a complete Thanksgiving dinner prepared by the DAC Culinary Team to pick up at the Madison Avenue entrance on Thanksgiving Day. Additional options include savory dressing, sweet potatoes with pecan glaze, giblet gravy and dinner rolls. These meals may not be offered as auction items or gifts. View more package details at thedac.com Package 1 Package 2 Package 3 $265 (feeds 16-18) $225 (feeds 12-14) $175 (feeds 6-8) 24-26 lb Turkey 18-20 lb Turkey 14-16 lb Turkey 3 qts Gravy 2 qts Gravy 1 qt Gravy 3 qts Mashed 3 qts Mashed 2 qts Mashed Potatoes Potatoes Potatoes 3 qts Savory Dressing 3 qts Savory Dressing 2 qts Savory Dressing 3 pts Cranberry Sauce 2 pts Cranberry Sauce 1 pts Cranberry Sauce 3 qts Fresh Fruit 2 qts Fresh Fruit 1 qts Fresh Fruit Salad Salad Salad 3 Pies 2 Pies 1 Pie 6 Reserve online at thedac.com or by calling Catering & Special Events at (313) 442-1069. Annual Holiday Boutique Two days to shop six new vendors Champagne Preview: Tuesday, Nov. 12 from 5:30-8 p.m. Take a sneak peek at all of the new vendors at this year’s Holiday Boutique while enjoying champagne and hors d’oeuvres. Cost: $22/Person; Attire: Business Casual Luncheon Buffet: Wednesday, Nov. 13 at 11:30 a.m. Kick off the holiday shopping season and see the spectacular array of holiday and boutique items. Complimentary shopping for all members from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Cost: $32/Person; Attire: Business Casual Sponsored by the Ladies Activities Committee Intermediates Holiday Party Saturday, Dec. 7 at 9 p.m. Don’t miss this exciting event where the Assembly Room transforms into an exclusive nightclub. Enjoy live entertainment, photos with Santa, hearty hors d’oeuvres and more. Cost: $30/Intermediate or guest, $40/Resident or guests Attire: Coat & Tie Ballroom Dancing First Session Oct. 3, 10, 17, 24 Second Session Nov. 7, 14, 21 and Dec. 5 Sign up now for this popular, fun class led by Arthur Murray dance instructor Candy McKenzie who will help you perfect the fox trot, rumba, waltz and swing. Participants must attend session one to sign up for session two. Cost: $60/Person, per session of four classes Attire: Coat & Tie Art & Architecture DIA Tour Friday, Oct. 18 at 5 p.m. Tour the DIA’s special exhibit “Watch Me Move: The Animation Show,” featuring an extensive animation show and iconic moments of artists like Tim Burton and Walt Disney. Cost: $50/Person; Attire: Coat & Tie Family Christmas Open House Santa Claus arrives at 5:30 p.m. Dinner: Monday, Dec. 2 - Wednesday, Dec. 4 at 5:30 p.m. Santa Claus arrives at 11 a.m. Brunch: Saturday, Dec. 7 at 11 a.m. Celebrate a traditional DAC Christmas featuring a fabulous holiday buffet, carolers, photos and videos with Santa Claus and a gift for each child. Mrs. Claus will welcome guests with punch and cookies. Photographs and videos will be available for an additional cost. Bring and update last year’s video. Cost: $43/Adult, $26/Child 4-11, $12/Child 3 and under Attire: Coat & Tie Annual Dinner and Bingo Party Friday, Oct. 11 Join this winning combination of hors d’oeuvres, dinner, prizes and fun with fellow members. A complimentary bingo party will follow dinner. 6 p.m. – Cocktails, 7 p.m. – Dinner, 8 p.m. – Bingo Cost: $45/Person; Attire: Coat & Tie Sponsored by the DAC Executives Club HOST YOUR HOLIDAY PARTY A T T H E D A C CALL (313) 442-1069 FOR DETAILS ON HOLIDAY PACKAGES 7 Reserve online at thedac.com or by calling Catering & Special Events at (313) 442-1069. Preview what’s happening around the Club Rod & Gun Club Quail Hunt: Saturday, Sept. 14 Join us for a guided, 12 quail per hunter release at Hunter’s Creek Club. Members and guests are welcome to bring trained hunting companions. Lunch is included and begins at noon with the four and a half hour hunt beginning around 1 p.m. Enjoy post-hunt hors d’oeuvres and refreshments while guides clean your birds. Limited space. Cost: $265/R&G Club member $275/Non R&G Club member Rod & Gun Club Pheasant Hunt: Saturday, Nov. 23 Join this four and a half hour guided pheasant hunt at Hunter’s Creek Club. This five pheasant per hunter release welcomes trained hunting dogs. Lunch begins at noon followed by the hunt. Enjoy special hors d’oeuvres and refreshments while guides clean your catch. Cost: $230/R&G Club member, $240/Non R&G Club member Blackballers Draft Night Wednesday, Sept. 25 from 4:30-8 p.m. Competition starts at 4:30 p.m. with beverages and food to follow. Sign-up sheets due by Sept. 18 in the Locker Room or Athletics office. Reserve at thedac.com for dinner. Beaver Fever Swim Draft Thursday, Sept. 26 from 5:30-8 p.m. All DAC members are invited to learn about the Beavers at this complimentary event featuring open swimming at 5:30 p.m. followed by food and refreshments in the gym during team announcements. Swimming Beavers must sign and return a form by Sept. 19 in the Men’s Locker Room or Athletics Office. Reserve for dinner at thedac.com. Bowlers Back Lot Bash Saturday, Sept. 21 The kickoff to the bowling season begins with food, fun, live music from cover band, the Phoenix Theory and camaraderie at this fifth annual event in the Stadium Pavilion. 7:30 p.m. – Cocktails, 8 p.m. – Dinner Cost: $25/Person, $40/Non-bowler Lions Hall of Fame Buffet Starting at 11 a.m. Don’t miss this exclusive buffet for football fans. Join fellow members and friends on the Second Floor for pre-game festivities before heading over to Ford Field to watch the Lions take on their opponent. Mix your own Bloody Marys and enjoy full beverage service. Don’t miss out on the excitement just feet away from Ford Field. Please note the Thanksgiving Day game buffet on Nov. 28 will be in the Assembly Room Sunday, Nov. 24 – Tampa Bay Buccaneers Thursday, Nov. 28 – Green Bay Packers Sunday, Dec. 22 – New York Giants Cost: $36/Adult, $15/Child 11 and under Attire: Business Casual, no denim Monday Night Football Bash Monday, Dec. 16 at 5:30 p.m. Enjoy DAC’s prime location before the big game against the Baltimore Ravens. Experience a superb buffet and bar specials as you watch pre-game festivities on DAC plasma screens. Don’t miss this fabulous event. All DAC members and guests must be registered with Catering before arriving on DAC property. Registration does not guarantee parking. Cost: $36/Adult; $15/Child 11 and under Attire: Business Casual, jerseys permitted over collared shirt 8 Reserve online at thedac.com or by calling Catering & Special Events at (313) 442-1069. Bowlers Napa Trip Thursday, Oct. 10 - Sunday, Oct. 13 Join DAC Bowlers in Napa Valley, CA. Package costs $1,575/ Person. Includes double occupancy with round trip coach airfare, transportation and lodging at Harvest Inn with daily continental breakfast. Half of the non-refundable deposit is required to reserve, balance due Aug. 31. Thursday 5:30-7:30 p.m. – Manager’s reception Friday and Saturday 5:30-6:30 p.m. – Wine reception Friday and Saturday – Six-hour wine tours Red Mountain Resort Spa Trip Thursday, Oct. 17 Tuesday, Oct. 22 Travel to Red Mountain Resort near St. George, UT for outdoor activities, health assessments and spa treatments. For information call Sue Nicholl at (313) 657-4597 or (313) 881-9598. Beavers Spring Break Saturday, March 1 - Saturday, March 8, 2014 Join the Beavers at Villa Premiere Hotel and Spa in Puerto Vallarta. Deluxe oceanfront rooms with balcony are $2,300 inclusive. Room upgrades are available. Contact Kristi Lewis at (313) 886-6868. Red Carpet Training Get your body ready for a red carpet debut at this year’s Back to the Club Night on Sept. 28. Four weeks of intense training will get you looking your best. Receive three one-hour sessions each week plus complimentary classes for only $500 ($160 savings). Or select two half-hour sessions per week plus complimentary classes for $220 ($80 savings). Reserve with Tony Stanza at (313) 442-1022. Sports Conditioning Program Get off the bench and back into the game. Enjoy conditioning before leagues begin so you can run everyone off the court. Former high school and college star Don Fowler will get you in the best shape possible. Contact Don at [email protected]. Individual and group rates available. Marathon Water Station Volunteers Needed Sunday, Oct. 20 Not in the race but want to be a part of the Free Press Marathon? Sign up as a DAC volunteer for the water station. Contact Tony Stanza to join the fun at [email protected]. Train to Run If you’re a beginner and would like to improve your odds competing in the Free Press Marathon, have a DAC personal trainer assess your running technique to improve your time. Contact Tony Stanza at tonys@ thedac.com or (313) 442-1022. Children’s Swim Lessons Sign up early, as spots fill quickly. Fall session will begin on Oct. 19 and continue on Saturdays for eight weeks: Oct. 19, 26; Nov. 2, 9, 16, 23 and Dec. 7, 14. Times vary with skill level. Maximum five children per level. Register with Blerta Spiro at (313) 442-1081 or [email protected]. Level 1 – Introduction to Water Skills Level 2 – Fundamental Aquatic Skills Level 3 – Stroke Development Level 4 – Stroke Improvement Level 5 – Stroke Refinement Cost: $75/Child or $90 if no athletic membership Health Screening Day Tuesday, Oct. 15 from 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Good health is on everybody’s mind. Receive a complimentary health screening by appointment only at the Club. For information and reservations, contact Illene Lipski at (313) 442-1016 or visit thedac.com. 9 Reserve online at thedac.com or by calling Catering & Special Events at (313) 442-1069. Preview Free Fitness Classes SPINNING (45 MIN.) 6 a.m. Tuesday, Thursday & Friday Noon Tuesday & Thursday 6:30 p.m. Monday & Wednesday 9 a.m. Saturday what’s happening around the Club Tranquility Spa Tranquility Spa Welcomes New Staff Jessica Drozdowski – deep tissue massage and relaxation Susan LaRush – relaxation and La Stone massage Kim Boch – relaxation and deep tissue massage Kelly Haskell – deep tissue and sports massage YOGA (1 HR.) 6:30 a.m. Monday, Wednesday & Friday 8:45 a.m. Saturday STEP AEROBICS (1 HR.) 6:45 a.m. Monday, Wednesday & Friday ABS & BACK (20 MIN.) 6:45 a.m. Monday, Wednesday & Friday FUEL (45 MIN.) 9 a.m. Monday & Wednesday TNT (TIGHT-N-TONE) (45 MIN.) 9 a.m. Tuesday & Thursday GENTLE YOGA (1 HR.) – September Spa Specials – Complimentary Hot Stone treatment with 60 or 90-minute massage Complimentary rejuvenating hand treatment with any Vita Cura, Biolight or Four Layer Facial Complimentary paraffin treatment with any Tranquility or Shellac manicure – Extended Weekend Massage Hours – Enjoy a weekend massage Saturday 9 a.m.-6 p.m. or Sunday 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday appointments must be scheduled by 3 p.m. on the Saturday prior To schedule an appointment or purchase a gift certificate, visit or call us at (313) 442-1062 10 a.m. Tuesday & Thursday PILATES (1 HR.) 10 a.m. Monday, Wednesday & Friday AMP (30 MIN.) Noon Tuesday & Thursday XTREME FIT (45 MIN.) 6 p.m. Monday ZUMBA (1 HR.) 6 p.m. Tuesday & Thursday X.X.X. (45 MIN.) 6 p.m. Wednesday TGIF (45 MIN.) DAC SUMMER GOLF 6 p.m. Friday BOOT CAMP Noon - Monday, Wednesday & Friday 1 hr. class • $18/class or $180/month DAC members, call ahead to reserve tee times at both private and public courses. Show your DAC card for discounts and pay by cash or credit. Bill to DAC account at select clubs. New DAC cards available through Accounting at (313) 442-1024. View all golf details and join the Golf Association of Michigan (GAM) at thedac.com. 10 Reserve online at thedac.com or by calling Catering & Special Events at (313) 442-1069. Athletic Calendar Beavers Squash Doubles Select Tournament Tuesday, Sept. 3 until completed Sign up as an individual and partners will be assigned with teams made as evenly as possible. All matches will be best of five games, knock out format with prize. Blackballers only. Register by Aug. 30 with Mick Joint at [email protected] or at (313) 442-1042. Squash Cross Border Challenge Saturday, Sept. 14 from 2-5 p.m. DAC three-time defending champs will travel to Windsor to compete for another win. Singles players between level 2.5 and 5.5 and doubles pairs at A, B and C levels are needed to represent the DAC against a player from the Windsor Squash Club. Beverages will be provided. Register by Sept. 9 with Mick Joint at [email protected] or (313) 442-1042. Blitz Handicap Squash Tournament Friday, Oct. 11 beginning at 5 p.m. Mix and match with a variety of opponents. Each match is one game to 15 points. Handicaps will be assigned and games may take between two to 10 minutes. Top two players of each group will advance to a knock out draw where top three finishers will receive prizes. Maximum 40 players, beverages provided. Register by Oct. 9 with Mick Joint at [email protected] or (313) 442-1042. Squash Referee Clinic Friday, Sept. 27 from 5:30-6:15 p.m. Learn more about interference rules and what constitutes a “let” or “stroke.” Bring your questions for squash pro Mick Joint to this complimentary event open to all. Players registered for Boasters League will receive one bonus point for their team by attending the entire event. Register by Sept. 25 with Mick at [email protected] or (313) 442-1042. Fitness Club First Dividend Tuesday, Sept. 24 Get involved by trying out the mini workshops/classes. Also learn about upcoming events and fitness travel. Reserve online at thedac.com. 6-7:30 p.m. – Workshops 7:30-9 p.m. – Cocktail hour and trip announcement Sept. 19 Sept. 26 Oct. 10 Oct. 17 Oct. 24 Oct. 31 Basketbrawl Signup Deadline Beaver Swim Draft Basketbrawl/Lunch Basketbrawl/Lunch Basketbrawl/Lunch Basketbrawl/Lunch Blackballers Sept. 3 Sept. 14 Sept. 18 Sept. 25 Sept. 27 Oct. 1 Oct. 2 Oct. 2 Oct. 3 Oct. 7 Oct. 7 Oct. 8 Oct. 11 Squash Dbls. Select Tournament Squash Cross Border Challenge League Sign up Deadline Blackballer Draft Night Squash Referees Clinic Racquetball Season Begins Squash Boaster League Begins Handball Dbls. League Begins Squash Dbls. League Begins 35 & Over Basketball League Begins Handball Singles League Begins Basketball Open League Begins Squash Blitz Tournament Bowlers Sept. 9 Sept. 14 Sept. 21 Oct. 5 Oct. 10 Oct. 26 Weekly Bowling Begins Traditional Mixed Leagues Begin Bowlers Back Lot Bash Contemporary Mixed leagues Begin Bowlers Trip to Napa Valley Men’s Member/Guest Tournament Fitness Club Sept. 24 First Dividend Oct. 15 Health Screening Day Oct. 20 Free Press Marathon YAC Sept. 21 Youth Etiquette Class Scuba Club Oct. 26 - Nov. 1 – Grand Cayman trip 11 Reserve online at thedac.com or by calling Catering & Special Events at (313) 442-1069. Detroit Athletic Club 241 Madison Ave. Detroit MI 48226 (313) 963-9200 Preview what’s happening around the Club September October 3 6 6 8 9 9 10 11 13 14 14 14 14 16 17 18 18 19 19 19 20 20 20 21 21 21 24 25 26 27 28 29 1 1 2 2 3 3 5 7 7 8 8 10 10 10 11 11 14 15 17 17 17 18 18 19 20 20 24 24 25 26 26 26 27 30 30 31 Tuesday Friday Friday Sunday Monday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Friday Saturday Saturday Saturday Saturday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Wednesday Thursday Thursday Thursday Friday Friday Friday Saturday Saturday Saturday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday Save the date Squash Dbls. Select Tournament Begins Intermediates Fall Wine Tasting Executives Club Lions Tailgate Bash Intermediates Council Meeting Weekly DAC League Bowling Begins First Tuesday Single Malt Society Scottish Experience Tigers Tailgate Tigers Tailgate R&G Quail Hunt Traditional Mixed Bowling Begins Squash Cross Border Challenge Tigers Tailgate Tigers Tailgate Tigers Tailgate Blackballers League Signup Deadline Basketbrawl Signup Deadline Downtown Development Walking Tour Prospective Member Reception Tigers Tailgate Literary Club Fisher Vineyards Wine Dinner Bowlers Back Lot Bash YAC Etiquette Class Tigers Tailgate Fitness Club First Dividend Blackballers Draft Night Beaver Swim Draft Squash Referees Clinic Back to the Club Night Lions Tailgate Bash December 20 Holiday Ball Tuesday Tuesday Wednesday Wednesday Thursday Thursday Saturday Monday Monday Tuesday Tuesday Thursday Thursday Thursday Friday Friday Monday Tuesday Thursday Thursday Thursday Friday Friday Saturday Sunday Sunday Thursday Thursday Friday Saturday Saturday Saturday Sunday Wednesday Wednesday Thursday First Tuesday Racquetball Season Begins Squash Boaster League Begins Handball Doubles League Begins Ballroom Dance Class Squash Doubles League Begins Contemporary Mixed Bowling Begins 35 & Over Basketball League Begins Handball Singles League Begins Business Roundtables Basketball Open League Begins Ballroom Dance Class Bowlers Trip to Napa Valley Basketbrawl/Lunch Bingo Party Squash Blitz Tournament Intermediates Council Meeting Health Screening Day Red Mountain Resort Spa Trip Ballroom Dance Class Basketbrawl/Lunch Art & Architecture DIA Tour Art & Architecture “Watch Me Move” Swim Lessons Begin Lions Tailgate Bash Free Press Marathon Ballroom Dance Class Basketbrawl/Lunch Chuck Davey Boxing Classic Scuba Grand Cayman Trip begins Children’s Halloween Party Men’s Member/Guest Tournament Lions Tailgate Bash Fall Fashion Show Single Malt Society Meeting Basketbrawl/Lunch Reserve online at thedac.com or by calling Catering & Special Events at (313) 442-1069.