Club Life Magazine Jan-Feb-2018

M I LWA U K E E AT H L E T I C C L U BCLUB LIFE magazine JANUARY & FEBRUARY 2018

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JANUARY & FEBRUARY 2018 CONTENTSIN THISISSUE4 MAC 5 Letter To 6 MAC Directory Membership Membership7 Upcoming 12 Food & 14 MAC Events Beverage Women18 MAC 21 MAC 22 Upcoming Athletics Spotlight Novel Feature23 MAC 27 MAC 30 MAC History Event Calendar Gallery 3

M A CJANUARY & FEBRUARY 2018DIRECTORYBOARD OF DIRECTORS EXECUTIVE STAFFA. David Kriete Andrew Hunn Ryan Doerr Interim General ManagerPresident [email protected]@kgtruck.com [email protected] | 414.274.0630 Josh JanisJack Quinlevan Adam Puzach [email protected] Chief Financial OfficerVice [email protected] Eric Maher [email protected] | 414.273.4134Jeanine Sweeney [email protected] Maikel Correa Director of OperationsSecretary John [email protected] [email protected] | 414.273.4124 [email protected] Mesick Nadia Olker Laura Rizzo Director of Sales and [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] | 414.274.0633Dan Cooper TJ Molinari Brad Schendel Member Services DirectorPast President [email protected]@reinhartlaw.com [email protected] | 414.274.0622 Larry LaRiviere Executive Chef [email protected] | 414.273.4131 Emily Mohr Fitness Coordinator & ACSM CPT [email protected] | 414.274.0621 Tori Strutz Membership Sales Manager [email protected] | 414.273.4114 Monica Millsap Marketing Manager [email protected] | 414.273.4114 Joseph T. Madden FOH Manager [email protected] Lou Warrix Night Manager [email protected] | 414.273.4115 Doug Heiderich Barbershop Manager 414.273.41114

JANUARY & FEBRUARY 2018 LETTER TO THE MEMBERSHIPLETTER TOTHE MEMBERSHIP Season’s Greetings MAC Members, This time of year is an opportune moment to give thanks to all those who fill our days with comfort and joy, as well as to be thankful for all of the blessings we share. As a volunteer leader at the MAC, this time of year has also been packed with a monumental workload resulting in major changes that will shape the future of the Club. For my part, I am very thankful. To the very best management team – Ryan, Adam, Brad, Chef Larry, Maikel, Emily,Nadia, Tori, Monica, Louie, Joseph and Doug. Thank you for always going the extra mile to make the MAC aspecial place for us to bring our families and our friends to enjoy. Thank you.To the very best staff – bartenders, fitness/athletic crew, admin, wait staff, front desk team, accounting, etc.etc. – your day-to-day commitment in making the Club run often goes unnoticed. Thank you.To the very best members – Thank you for making the Club what it is. Without members, sitting in the steamroom drinking beer, playing basketball, enjoying the rooftop and/or MACs or just meandering around ourbuilding wouldn’t be so special. I’ve enjoyed spending this past year with many of you enjoying the very bestthat the Club has to offer. Thank you.To my fellow volunteer Board and committee members – did we log some hours this year? I am blessed tohave worked with such an engaged and passionate board in 2017. You all put in many hours beyond the callof duty to get the club to the point it is at. Many thanks for your dedication and steady voice of the members.You are woven into the fabric of what the future club can and will be. Thank you.To the future business partners of the MAC – Tony Janowiec and Josh Jeffers. You two have taken a “leap offaith” in us and we are taking a “leap of faith” in you. Faith, along with a solid operating plan, best-in-classpeople and some timely capital, will serve as our guiding light as we navigate through the next 24 months.Your partnership and willingness to invest in the vision of the Club and its future is admirable and I amthankful our paths crossed. Thank you. And to everything and everyone else I’ve neglected to mention in thisnote, Thank you!After many months of discernment, business planning, strategic planning and due diligence, the Club finallyhas determined a path to lead us not only toward recovery, but to true prosperity. Over the next severalmonths we will learn more and more as our plan comes together and decisions are made. Though all ofthe details are not yet determined, know that your future home will be best-in-class. From F&B outlets, toathletics, to event space, to our management team and staff – the Milwaukee Athletic Club will once again beTHE premier private Club in the country, and I trust it will be a place to be proud of. Please join me in gettingon and staying on the ‘MAC truck’ through its overhaul. It will be worth the wait.From and to everyone at the MAC – THANK YOU!Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays and a Happy New Year.God Bless,A. David Kriete 5President -- MAC Board of Directors

JANUARY & FEBRUARY 2018 MAC MEMBERSHIPMACMEMBERSHIPJoin the MAC in Welcoming New Members!NEW MEMBERS DO YOU KNOW SOMEONEMichael LaMontagna & Jennifer Mell WHO MAY BE INTERESTED INLee & Sarah Davis JOINING THE MAC?Glenn & Susan MargraffSimon Lewis Contact Us To Get StartedGraham BaxterMarty Dudenhoeffer TORI STRUTZJoseph and Christina Ryan Membership Sales ManagerBen & Julia Haas 414-273-4126Chris Nicholson & Stephanie Schertz [email protected] BoguszMichael & Diane Loos From the MAC Business OfficeWELCOME BACK Did you know that you can take the hassle outMark and Maura Darnieder of writing a check for your monthly statement?Robert & Joni Roenitz Set up your payments on automatic bill pay byLawrence & Tammy Kilduff contacting the business office at accounting@ macwi.org or refer to the website to download the forms: www.macwi.org. In Memory of Art Brazy Long time MAC member Art Brazy recently passed away, he was 95 years old. Throughout club history we have had many colorful members, without question Art Brazy was one of them. The unofficial leader of the EMHAC (Early Morning Horses Asses Club) was a gruff, cigar smoking, fun-loving member who began coming to the club in the 1950s. Everyone knew him and you knew you were his friend when he greeted you with a profanity and insult. If you were lucky enough to attend one of the legendary EMHAC breakfasts you may have witnessed a routine very much similar to a Don Rickles show. He would call out each individual in a room of 50 with a personalized witty observation or insult that was also very funny. No one ever took offense, they loved it and everyone loved him. Of course he would welcome a good insult or gag as much as he’d give it. Not to mention, everyone who knew him could relate a humorous story throughout their friendships with him The other side of Art Brazy is a very kind and generous man who really cared about everyone. That is why he was most loved. I’m sure we speak for all in saying his passing is like a part of the MAC is missing but always able to live on in our memories.6

JANUARY & FEBRUARY 2018 UPCOMING EVENTSMAC CIGAR CLUBTuesday, January 9 and Tuesday, February 6,5:45pm cocktails and 7:00pm dinnerJoin members of the MAC Cigar Club for a signatureCigar, dinner and cocktails.For more information call Brad at 414-274-0622 oremail [email protected] BOOK CLUBThe Absolute True Diary of a Part TimeIndian by Sherman AlexieWednesday, January 3rd | 11:30amThe Bridal Chair by Gloria GoldreichWednesday, February 7th | 11:30amMeet your fellow members at the MAC BookClub for a fabulous lunch and lively discussionabout each month’s book.Contact Tori Strutz at [email protected] call 414-273-4126 to RSVP or for moreinformation. 77

JANUARY & FEBRUARY 2018 UPCOMING EVENTSNEW YEAR’S DAYSPORTSMENS STAG PARTYMonday January 1 | 10:00am – 12:00pmSportsmens Club members should stop down for a fabulouscomplimentary buffet and beer. Gentlemen who wish to join in thefun purchase your ticket through Brad at the number below.Cost $35 per ticketFor more information call Brad at 414-274-0622 or [email protected] BUCKSCOURTSIDE KIDS:World Champion Golden State Warriors vs.Milwaukee BucksFriday, January 12MAC shuttle departs at 6:20pm to the Bradley Center. We will needto arrive ½ hour before the 7:00pm tip-off. Children will be able to sitcourtside right on the floor during pre-game warm-ups. Game ticketsare upper deck.Cost $62 per ticketFor more information call Brad at 414-274-0622 or [email protected] BUSINESS ROUNDTABLE-OPEN INVITEFROM ROUNDTABLE #6MAC Member and author Martin Schreiber discusses his new book “MyTwo Elaines”Wednesday, January 17 | 11:30amMembers and guests are invited to hear a personal story about how to cope with having a loved one afflictedwith Alzheimer.Cost $14++ Business Roundtable members$16++ members/guestsNo charge for Roundtable #6 membersFor more information call Brad at 414-274-0622 or email [email protected]

JANUARY & FEBRUARY 2018 UPCOMING EVENTSMOTHER-DAUGHTER PRINCESSPARTYFriday, January 19 | 5:30pmCome dance, sing and play at the Royal Ball with other little Princesses.Wear your finest Princess dress (or Prince suit). Eat like royalty with adinner buffet perfect for both adults and kids. Make fairytale memoriesand traditions at the MAC. Ideal for children 2-7 years old, or for themagically young at heart. Bring your pajamas and s pend the night withus, wishing upon a star!Tickets: Children $15++ | Adults $25++To make reservations please contact Chauveen [email protected] WINE DINNERFriday, January 26 | 6:15pmFeaturing hand-picked Napa wine pairings If you enjoy fabulous food paired with hand-picked wine, don’t missour Winter Wine Dinner! MAC members and wine experts Frank and Frank Jr. Mirenda from Merchants DI Vinoselected wines to match perfectly with Chef Larry’s exquisite and elegant cuisine Please see pg. 13 for the menu.Tickets are $120++For more information call Brad at 414-274-0622 or email [email protected] LAWYERS CLUBTuesday January 23 | 5:00pm – 7:00pmBe a part of the MAC Lawyers Club. Offerings will include complimentary CLE classes which would satisfyyour annual obligations, networking opportunities with other attorneys, roundtable discussions, workshops,luncheons/dinners and lawyer assistance programs.Two credit complimentary CLE &Beyond the Money – Retirement PlanningThe presentation will cover health care, Medicare and social security bringing up interesting discussions onhow new laws will affect everyone.For more information call Brad at 414-274-0622 or email [email protected] 9

JANUARY & FEBRUARY 2018 UPCOMING EVENTSBOXING NIGHT AT THE MACFriday February 16 | 5:30pm cocktails, 6:30 dinner,8:00pm boxingWe are sold out for this very popular event but always a chance to getin by being on the waiting list. Then entertain yourself, your friendsand business associates to a great evening of steaks, cocktails and thesweet science known as boxing. The night begins with a sumptuousappetizer spread and bar service at 5:30pm in the lounge. A heartysteak dinner will be served in the Grand Ballroom at 6:30pm. Then at8:00pm the matches begin.The charge of $129 includes boxing, appetizers, dinner, tax andservice charge. Cocktails will be available by signature. Coat and tiewill be the attire for the evening.Cost $129Call Brad at 414-274-0622 to be placed on waiting listLORDE – MELODRAMA WORLDTOUR: WITH RUN THE JEWELSAND TOVE STYRKEThursday, March 1 | 7:00pm at the Bradley CenterGrammy award winning, multi-platinum, chart-topping artist Lordebrings her critically acclaimed show to Milwaukee.Great Seats for $119 per ticketFor more information call Brad at 414-274-0622 or [email protected] BASKETBALLThe MAC has two very nice season tickets. Call for schedule andavailability.Cost $25 per ticketFor more information call Brad at 414-274-0622 or [email protected]

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JANUARY & FEBRUARY 2018 FOOD & BEVERAGEMAC’S CIGAR CLUB1st Floor Tuesday, January 9 and Tuesday, February 6,Now Open for Lunch! 5:45pm cocktails and 7:00pm dinnerMonday - Friday Dinner Menu for January 9:11am -2pm • Black Romesco Crusted 32oz Tomahawk Chop • Strawberry Sorbet Short CakeDinner Service WINTER WINE DINNERTuesday-Saturday5pm-9pm Friday, January 26 | starting at 6:15pmPizza & Chili available on MondaysFriday Night Fish Fry If you enjoy fabulous food paired with hand-picked wine, don’t miss our Winter Wine Dinner! Please see the menu on the following page.Bar Hours Tickets are $120++ Please call Brad at 414-274-0622 for complete details andMonday - Saturday reservations4pm - Close MAC EASTER BRUNCH:BALI GRILL RSVP NOW3rdFloor Sunday, April 1 | seating is available from 11-1:30BreakfastMonday - Friday Join us for an Easter Brunch celebration in our magnificent Grand Ballroom that features an overflowing buffet with carving, omelet, and7am - 10:30am Belgian waffle action stations. Make your reservations now! Cost (Includes Breakfast)HIGHER $45++ AdultsGROUNDS CAFE $19++ Children ages 6 to 12, children ages 5 and under are free To make reservations contact Chauveen at [email protected] HoursSunday & Monday7am-2pmTuesday - Saturday7am-3pm12

JANUARY & FEBRUARY 2018 Friday, January 26 starting at 6:15pm Menu 1st Course Smoked Scallops walnut pomegranate caviar, white chocolate bubbles, herb salad with langoustine syrup. Paired with: 2014 Beaucanon Estate Chardonnay Napa Valley 2nd Course Muscovy Duck sherry lacquered duck, delicata squash paint, blueberry mastarda, savory granola, chocolate rocks, charred herb powder with arugula foam. Paired with: 2013 Saddleback Rancher Red Blend Oakville Napa Valley 3rd Course Goat Cheese Ricotta Gnocchi housemade gnocchi, smoked wild mushrooms, dates, tasso cream sauce, truffle with everything bagel crumbs. Paired with: 2012 Gibbs Merlot Money Road Vineyard Oakville Napa Valley Entrée Wild Boar Shank braised wild boar, caramelized cauliflower bread pudding puree infused with tobacco honey, sweet potato mille, feuille, Swiss chard croquette with burnt hay ashes, port wine demi. Paired with: 2009 Beaucanon Estate Cabernet Franc Napa Valley Dessert Chocolate Pistachio Bonbon chocolate pistachio bonbon with matcha tea, saffron custard, bruled bananas with sangria reduction. Paired with: 2012 Coquerel La Douce Revanche Calistoga Napa Valley 13

JANUARY & FEBRUARY 2018 MAC WOMEN Past Events: November 14 MAC-LEBRITY BARTENDING On November 14th, MAC Members Kristin Block, Nancy Haggerty, Gregger Schumaker, Jeanine Sweeney and Paul Sweeney jumped behind the bar in MAC's to serve drinks to a huge crowd. All tips and a portion of the proceeds were donated to Cristo Rey Jesuit High School, totaling $1,400! A big thank you to our November MAC-lebrity bartenders, as well as everyone who came in to support them. Many Thanks: Another big thank you goes out to Michael Sampson and his event, Milwaukee Octoberfest, who donated $500 to the September MAC-lebrity event, benefiting Rally for Aly. The generosity was greatly appreciated! WOMEN'S HOLIDAY PARTY This year's holiday party was one for the books! Ladies and guests sipped on delicious signature cocktails, including a mulled cider, as well as a peppermint martini, enjoyed a great appetizer spread and even had homemade holiday desserts, baked by members of MAC Women. Holiday tunes were played all night by pianist Neal Bardele and ladies had fun with games like musical bingo and punch a cup. The best part of the evening was that $600 was raised for a local Milwaukee family who recently lost their mother to a drunk driver. A big thank you to all who helped organize and to those who attended! Upcoming Events MAC-LEBRITY BARTENDING Tuesday, January 16 | 5:30-8:30 Join MAC members David Kriete, Laura Rizzo and Tina Weyand on January 16th as they serve up drinks behind MAC's bar on behalf of the Special Olympics of Wisconsin. All tips and a portion of the proceeds will go towards this great organization! The last two MAC-lebrity events have been big crowds, so come early and stay late! GALENTINES Tuesday, February 13 in MAC's | starting at 5:30 Enjoy food and drink specials and feel free to bring a guest. The celebration will continue throughout the evening, so stop by when most convenient. A great way to meet the ladies of the MAC and show off your club to friends and associates.14

JANUARY & FEBRUARY 2018 MAC WOMENMAC Women Gallery | NovemberMAC-lebrity Bartending Women's Holiday PartyWomen's Holiday Party Women's Holiday PartyPainting Party Just a Reminder! MAC'S FIRST FRIDAY HAPPY HOUR January 5th and February 2 | 4pm-7pm This is an open invitation to all MAC members and guests. Come and enjoy happy hour from 4-7. We've had great crowds at First Friday's throughout 2017, so let's keep the momentum going into 2018! It's a great way to wind down the week! 15

YOUR WEDDIN G. OUR JOY.We make it happen. The Milwaukee Athletic Club is • STUNNING SETTINGS a city club rich in history, luxury, • ELEGANT DINING and elegance. Here at the MAC, we • CUSTOMIZABLE MENUS pride ourselves on exquisite and • GUEST ACCOMODATIONS regal event spaces, offering your • FULL-TIME EVENT STAFFguests a first class fine dining experience with • MEMORABLE DESTINATIONexceptional service. Our in-house WeddingPlanning Team will guide you seamlesslyevery step of the way to your dream wedding. Call us today at 414.274.0633 [email protected]

JANUARY & FEBRUARY 2018 M Check out ALL the MAC has to offer! Dining, Special Events, Private Meeting Rooms and more. Enjoy the season at your Downtown Club. Mac’s now serving lunch! Lunch: M-F | 11am-2pmDinner: Tues.-Sat. | 5pm-Close Bar Hours: 4 pm-CloseMilwaukee Athletic Club Workout. Network. Have Fun.414.273.5080 758 N. Broadway Milwaukee, WI macwi.org 17

UPCOMING ESVPEONRTTSS MAC AT H L E T I C S PERSONAL TRAINING AT THE MAC It is our mission to make 2018 your best year yet! FREE WEEK OF PERSONAL TRAINING This includes a fitness & lifestyle consultation to all newcomers and 3 one-hour training sessions. $100 GIFT CERTIFICATE WITH THE PURCHASE OF A TRAINING PACKAGE Show us your commitment by purchasing 24-sessions of personal training in January to earn a $100 gift certificate good for use through out the entire club! For more information, please email Nick at [email protected]'S ULTIMATEBOOT CAMPJoin our weekend warriors every Sunday from 10-11am in the6th floor gymnasium. You will torch calories, burn fat andcreate a lean body using a combination of gym toys and bodyweight exercises. Cost: $20 per class/ $49 per month For more information, please email Nick at [email protected]

JANUARY & FEBRURARY 2018 MAC ATHLETICS SUPERBOWL INCENTIVE January 1st – February 4th Work out at the MAC for 30 minutes to help you reach the Big Game! Each workout gets you closer to earning a sticker to put on our Numbers Board (located in each Men’s and Women’s check in desk). Rules & exceptions will apply - Prize is awarded post Super Bowl. For more information, please email Emily at [email protected] WINTER BASKETBALLLEAGUEBeginning January 22 - April 2Our Winter league begins Monday, January 22nd and is played onconsecutive Monday’s and Tuesday’s through April 2. Cost: $55 Please RSVP by January 8th with Matt Krueger at [email protected]’S DAYMonday, January 29We will celebrate our early birds with a special gift bag for our first 20 visitors to the Women’s Area located on the7th floor! Complimentary Lunch Buffet from 11-2PM in the Women’s Lounge. Enjoy one another’s company with aselection of wraps, salad, vegetables and fresh fruit. Join Malorie & Emily for a Women’s Only BootcampFrom 6pm-7pmIn Studio A followed by a display of Wine & Dark Chocolate served Cost: Complimentary 20 maximum and one complimentary guest per member permitted. Please RSVP by Monday, January 22nd with Emily at [email protected] 19

JANUARY & FEBRUARY 2018 MAC ATHLETICSFRIGID 5KFebruary 14th at 11:40amCome join the brave Strength and Conditioning Class as webattle the elements for 3.1 miles. We’ll head down to VeteransPark for a timed “fun run”. Postponement will only be due toextreme amounts of snow. Cost: Complimentary Please RSVP to Josh at [email protected] RELAX. REJUVENATE. RESTORE. Monday, January 29 Whether your need is to have a moment of relaxation, reduce muscle tension or attain relief from chronic pain, a therapeutic massage can enhance your overall sense of emotional and physical well-being. Enjoy 15% off all massages between February 1 – March 15! Please call Women’s Athletics at 414.273.4109 to schedule your appointment10-DAY GLADIATOR CHALLENGEFebruary 2018 | More information to come!The goal of this challenge is to complete as many \"Workout of the Day\" exercises as possible with your desiredteammates! This is intended to break you out of the normal routine, socialize and join in on all the fun thisclub has to offer. Each day will bring a new activity to earn points which you can track in the binder with yourteam on the 7th floor check-in desk. The team that earns the most points post challenge will each win a $100gift certificate. Cost: Complimentary For questions or to register your team please contact: Emily at [email protected] or Josh at [email protected]

MAC MEMBER SPOTLIGHT The classes at the MAC {Ruthie Weatherly}are fun and challenging Member Since 2016 Ijoined the club about a year ago as a supplement to my Ironman training. My husband has been a member here for many years. I attend the noon strength and conditioning class as it fits perfectly into the middle of my day. The classes at the MAC are fun and challenging, we are outside all summer, which is a great way to enjoy the lakefront as many days during our short summer as possible. I find the instructor, Josh, to be very motivating and I enjoy the company of all the other members who regularly attend class as well. The reason I like the MAC is the location and staff. Everyone is helpful and kind, and since I am a lifelong eastside resident the location is perfect. I am looking forward to all that will come with a new refreshed MAC, I know there will be a lot of exciting new things to enjoy about the club. 21

JANUARY & FEBRUARY 2018 UPCOMING NOVELUPCOMING NOVEL:JOIN YOUR FELLOW MEMBERS IN PURCHASING...The Milwaukee Athletic Club: 100 Years And GoingStrong. By Thomas JordanAward wining author Thomas Jordan wants to combine his experience withwriting, photography and over thirty years as a MAC member to create abrand new book: The Milwaukee Athletic Club. One Hundred Years. AndGoing Strong. It will include a lot of history and historical photos but itwon’t be just a history book.The purpose will be to capture the current vitality and showcase the manyimages and events that make the MAC a desired destination for members andprospects. The hope is to have this book available by early Spring. Memberswho want to purchase in advance will receive a substantial discount and allprofits from this book will be donated to Young Milwaukee. This will be alimited edition run, when they are gone, they are gone. “All profits from this book will be donated to Young Milwaukee. ” If you are interested in purchasing a copy, please sign up at the Front Desk or call 414.273.410122

JANUARY & FEBRUARY 2018 MACHISTORYDuring 2017, Club Life featured Olympian sprinters-hurdlers-weightlifters who wore MAC blue andwhite uniforms, enabling our club to win twelve medals and take third in overall standings at the 1904St. Louis Olympic Games. In this edition, we feature the locally-raised administrator who seemed to beat the center of so many sport opportunities in his lifetime. We introduce….WALTER H. LIGINGER—A Sport Leader for the AgesBy Dr. David J. Waters, Viterbo UniversityArelatively unknown athletic administrator at the turn of the 20th century – Walter Henry Liginger (1861-1931) was born in Milwaukee,raised in the neighborhoods along Van Buren Streetnot far from Milwaukee Athletic Clubhouses, andultimately made his mark with the club, as well asin distant sporting circles. In his illustrious, 40-yearcareer, the power he wielded with regional and nationalpositions of athletic power truly were at the forefrontof international sport administration.Walter was born to Johann B. and Dorothea Liginger, The Candle: WALTER H. LIGINGER (a)immigrant parents with roots to France; Ligingerbusiness interests were “wholesale apples, cider,vinegar,” so Walter likely developed physical strengthhoisting grocery products off the boat docks at theMilwaukee River, while learning the negotiating skillsof his entrepreneurial family along the commercializedand lively Water Street. He attended Markham Academya college preparatory school (which was later renamedMilwaukee Academy, at Oneida/Wells and Van BurenStreets).From a club membership in the 1890’s, Liginger rose to President of the “Milwaukee AthleticSociety” from 1896-1899 when it was housed on the two upper floors of the Light Horse SquadronArmory (on Broadway, north of the present MAC Clubhouse). During his term the club wasrenamed the Milwaukee Athletic Club. 23

JANUARY & FEBRUARY 2018 MAC HISTORYIn the early-1900’s, Walter Liginger served as Chairman of the 5-man Athletic Committee for theMilwaukee Athletic Club and actively began a process of recruiting local athletes to compete asAmateur Athletic Union-affiliated track and field athletes. University athletes were voted in as“athletic members” and competed on MAC teams in national meets. Several of these big meetswere held locally, featuring these sponsored athletes in high-level AAU competitions, whileshowcasing Schlitz Park, the State Fairgrounds, or Exposition Hall (before 6,000 spectators).It was just this diligent determination which resulted in the organization of an MAC team of approximately 20 athletes, administrators, and instructors who traveled to Francis Field the site of the 1904 Olympics. Ultimately, one of Liginger’s greatest successes, the team’s accolades included: (a) a top sprint-man winning 3 gold medals, (b) the first African-American medalist, (c) a strong-man winning two medals in weightlifting, and (d) a team gold medal in the Tug of War! A caricature of Liginger wearing a dapper suitcoat and undersized top hat, while carrying two armload's of athletic figures, gave him an administrative, yet comical, air that ran during the week of the 1904 1904 Cartoon Caricature (b) Olympic Games (Cad Brand’s Weekly Review, 1904). Furthermore, Walter H. Liginger’s resume included:President, Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) (1902-1904); Chairman, Olympic Committee (1904);Olympic Committees to Athens, Stockholm, and Antwerp (1906, 1912, 1920); Chairman andCommissioner, Wisconsin Athletic Commission (from 1913); and First Commissioner, NationalBoxing Association (now World Boxing Association) (from 1921). He passed away at age 70 at St,Mary’s Hospital, survived by wife Emma, two daughters, and two sons.In a glowing eulogy written in the Milwaukee Sentinel (1931, July 19), Ronald McIntyre stated:“Liginger’s name always was mentioned in tones of respect…everyone recognized his honestyand his ability…a power in amateur athletics…identified with everything pertaining to sports…would not stand for any deviations from the amateur code. He was a strict disciplinarian andwatched over track and field athletics with an eye that never missed a thing” (p. 7).We hope, with this article, that recognition may be forthcoming for this impressive Milwaukee-native who parlayed his sporting wisdom and psyche, while striving to be an arbiter andcustodian of amateurism. He fully deserves greater acknowledgment in the annals of athleticadministration.----(a) close-up image, from The Candle (February 1921, p. 21) and (b) cartoon caricature fromThe Candle Weekly Review, 1904.24

|M A C AT H L E T I C SJANUARY & FEBRURARY 2018 P I L AT E S P I L AT E S Lengthen, strengthen and realign your whole body with this mat based workout that emphasizes your core. tuesdays: (6-6:45am with JoAnn) thursdays: (11:45-12:30pm with JoAnn) :fridays (6-6:45am with Erica) *We welcome Erica as our newest MAC instructor

JANUARY & FEBRUARY 2018Exciting Times coming to the Milwaukee Athletic Club!The Board of Directors and the Executive team at the MAC have worked hard these past fewmonths in regards to some big changes coming soon. A renovation is slated to begin in fall 2018,and once completed, will be the largest in the club's 135-year history. The final timeline for theproject is still being determined, and, while final numbers are still being determined, the projectis initially valued at $30 million.Plans include major renovations to create state-of-the-art multi-use athletic facilities, bar anddining areas, updated meeting, conference, banquet and event spaces, high-end boutique hotelrooms, and a four-season rooftop dining and event space.The MAC is partnering with Joshua Jeffers of J. Jeffers & Co. and Tony Janowiec, InterstateDevelopment Partners LLC, who will lead the project, and who are both Members of the Club.The MAC will be encouraging Members to look for opportunities to participate in surveys, focusgroups and Town Halls as we move forward through the planning phases that will shape thefuture of our building, our Club, and the amenities and experiences that are offered.Board President, David Kriete said in a statement: “The MAC has always been the go-to hubwithin the greater Milwaukee community for business, social and athletic needs. \"With thismajor of a project, and with a renewed and genuine emphasis placed on programming, serviceand the member experience, the MAC will once again shine bright and serve as a proud home toall members and their families.”Stay tuned for more details, as we continue to make the MAC great for another 100 years!26

M A C E V E N T G A L L E R YJANUARY & FEBRUARY 2018Toy Drive Bootcamp at the MAC 2017 Turkey Tournament WinnersAward Ceremony | Josh's Strength & Conditioning class Young Milwaukee GalaYoung Milwaukee Gala Young Milwaukee Gala 27

S&ULPOPWOERRT YYOOUURR DCULUEBS The Centennial Membership Program gives you the opportunity tolower your monthly dues and/or increase your benefits when referring and sponsoring a new MAC Member. We want more great Members just like you! Each individual you refer will receive personalized attention and an invitation from the MAC on your behalf.HERE ARE THE THREE NEW MEMBERSHIP CATEGORIES:MEMBERSHIP MEMBERSHIP MONTHLY ONE-TIME INITIATION FEECATEGORY QUALIFIER DUES FOR NEW MEMBERSYOUNG PROFESSIONALS $119 $250EXECUTIVE AGE 34 & UNDERINTERMEDIATE PROFESSIONALS $159 $1000EXECUTIVE AGE 35-40 $199 $1000EXECUTIVE PROFESSIONALS OVER AGE 40 All current Members are invited to participate in the referral program; please contact Tori Strutz at 414-273-4126 or [email protected] for more details28

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30 JANUARY & FEBRUARY 2018 SPORTSMENS MAC BOOK MAC'S FIRST STAG PARTY CLUB FRIDAY 10:00am – 12:00pm 11:30am 4:00pm-7:00pm MAC CIGAR COURTSIDE CLUB KIDS 5:45-Cocktail Hour Info on pg. 8 7:00 pm-Dinner PRINCESS PARTY MAC-LEBRITY MAC BUSINESS BARTENDING R O U N D TA B L E 5:30pm Info on pg. 9 5:30-8:30 11:30am WINTER WINE MAC LAWYERS DINNER CLUB 6:15pm 5:00pm – 7:00pm MAC CALENDAR WOMENS DAY 6:00pm-7:00pm

MAC'S FIRST JANUARY & FEBRUARY 2018 FRIDAY MAC CIGAR MAC BOOK CLUB CLUB 4:00pm-7:00pm 5:45-Cocktail Hour 11:30 BOXING NIGHT AT THE MAC 7pm-Dinner 5:30 - Cocktail Hour GALENTINES FRIGID 5K 6:30pm - Dinner 8:00pm - Boxing in MACs | 5:30 11:40am31 MAC CALENDAR

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