Downtown Club Events

The Downtown Club's
Holiday Hours

Thanksgiving

Plaza
Nov 22 ? Open for Thanksgiving Brunch 11 a.m.- 2 p.m.
Nov 23 ? Closed

Met
Nov 22 ? Closed
Nov 23 ? Open 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Caf? only

Center
Nov 22 ? Closed
Nov 23 ? Open 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Snack bar only

Christmas

Plaza
Dec 24 ? Jan 1 - Closed

Met
Dec 24 & 31 ? Open from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Caf? only
Dec 25 & Jan 1 ? Closed

Center
Dec 24, 25, 31 & Jan 1 ? Closed
Dec 26-28 ? Open regular hours, Snack Bar only

THANKSGIVING EVENTS

Thanksgiving Brunch
Thursday, November 22
Plaza Club 11-2pm
RSVP with Sandra @ 713-632-1561
Reserve by Nov. 15 and receive 10% off Adult Price
$28.95 Adults / $12.95 Kids / Free under 6
Executive Chef Doug George will tantalize your taste buds with:

MENU:
Roasted Butternut Squash Soup

Carved Pit Ham with Creamy Horseradish Sauce

Roast Turkey with Giblet Gravy

Grilled Salmon with Champagne Leek Sauce

Buttermilk Whipped Potatoes
Pennsylvania Bread Stuffing

Candied Sweet Potatoes
Green Bean and Mushroom Casserole
Steamed Broccoli and Carrots

Jellied Cranberry Sauce
Cranberry Relish

Fruit and Cheese Display

Mixed Greens Salad/ Spinach Salad

Salad Dressings:
Italian
Blue Cheese
French
Ranch
Roasted Shallot Vinaigrette
Raspberry Vinaigrette
Condiments:
Toasted Sesame Seeds
Croutons
Cucumbers
Cherry Tomatoes
Mushrooms, sliced
Bell Peppers, sliced
Alfalfa Sprouts
Romano Cheese
Carrots, grated
6 ea. Composite Salads
Garbanzo Bean Salad
Pickled Beats
Pasta Salad
Grilled Chicken, Grape and Almond Salad
Potato Salad
Marinated Vegetables
Dessert Table to include Pumpkin Pie, Pecan Pie, Cheesecake , Chocolate
Mousse
Kiddie Table : Chicken Strips, French Fries, Corned Dogs, Peanut Butter and
Jelly Sandwiches

SPEAKER SERIES

Bella Rinova Spa at The MET Presents
Holiday Fashion Show & Luncheon
December 5, 2001
11:30 am

Back by popular demand, Karen McCullough, a national speaker and expert of
women, will get us ready for the holidays with items that fit in your
budget.
Make-Up and Hair makeovers featuring Bobby Boase, owner of Bella Rinova,
and
Sophia Navarro, make-up artist.
**Fashion handbags, jewelry, and gifts for sale.

Lunch menu: Chicken Caesar Salad, Tortilla Soup,
Key Lime Pie, Coffee & Tea
Call 713-571-9216 to Reserve

LUNCH SEMINAR
"THE FUTURE OF INVESTMENT and ESTATE PLANNING"
HAS BEEN POSTPONED TIL A LATER DATE TO BE ANNOUNCED
Presented by:

Laurie A. McRay, CPA,RIA
Principal Investment Officer McRay Money Management, L.L.C.
Ms. McRay will cover investment planning topics, retirement planning under
the new tax act, state of the economy and where
to invest now.

Scott A. Morrison, JD
Estate Tax Attorney Brown McCarroll, L.L.P.
Mr. Morrison will discuss estate planning topics
under the new tax act, education planning with 529
plans, estate and gift tax planning
plus more informative topics

Date & Time:
Tentatively: Wednesday, Feb.6, 2002
Where:
The Downtown Club at the MET

RSVP
713-652-0700
281-788-0817 or 713-861-8253
Limited seating available. Please feel free to bring a friend.
Luncheon cost is $20.00 per person
1 hour of CLE/CPE credit provided

Womens Forum
Presents
Video Conference with former Governor Ann Richards
5:30pm Thursday, November 29
@ The Plaza
$15
RSVP with Millie @ 713-225-3257

CLUBS WITHIN A CLUB

BOOK CLUB Meeting
NEW Date: Dec. 6
Noon @ The Met
Let's meet for lunch and a good book!!
RSVP with Millie @ 713-225-3257

COOKING CLUB
Thursday, November 29
Chef Russell's Cooking Class
Center Club
6:00 p.m.
Reservations: Rudy, 713-654-0877

EXTREME CLUB
SKYDIVING
7:00 am Dec.15th
Meet at the City Club to start your adventure!!
Contact Jennifer @ 713-890-8822

St. Luke's LIFE ENHANCEMENT PROGRAMS
For More Information, Times or Reservations, Call: 713-791-8680

Mobile Mammography

December 7 (Met)
This program requires advance registration & doctor's orders for women aged
35 +.
Please have your paper work into St. Luke's two weeks prior to this
offering or your personal appointment.
Insurance will be accepted (when approved by your plan)

Blood Screenings

December 13 (Plaza Club)
7-9am & 11-1pm
Choice of: cholesterol* (with or without glucose), thyroid screen, full
wellness profile* (basic chemistry, cholesterol, glucose, complete blood
court + thyroid, cancer screens, hepatitis panel, HIV screen, blood type
*12-hour fast required for these tests

Blood Drive
9-3pm
December, 19 (Met)
Participants receive a free T-shirt plus a drink and cookies. Blood type
&
total cholesterol reading will be sent via mail.

Also available...
Smoking Cessation Program
Wellness/Nutrition Counseling (by registered nutritionist and/or RN)
Personal Wellness Profiles
Fitness Screens
Infra-red Body Fat Testing
Call: 713-791-8680

Bella Rinova Day Spa

MEMBERS ONLY

Starting November 1st thru December 31st
Massage Packages Available
Purchase 6 massages for $390
Or
Purchase 4 massages for $272

AND

Starting November 23rd thru December 24th
Bella Rinova Spa Gift Certificates
Members receive 15% off
Gift Certificates are great for
Staff, co-workers, clients,
and loved ones.
Call 713-571-9216 for more info.

MEMBERS!!
You can participate in the tradition of membership by sponsoring a
new member into the club and having your name put into the drawing for
great giveaways. To name a few, "a year of complimentary dues; a day at
Bella Rinova Spa" & much more...
The next drawing will be at the Traditional Member Holiday Party on
December 3, 2001 @ The Met
Contact membership at
713.652.0700 or 713.890.8823
for Information

For those mid-week blues, try...

Squash Night -- Margarita Mixers
Every Wednesday night is squash and margarita night at the Met!
All Members and their guests are welcome.
6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
$10.00 Entry Fee

And Mark Your Calendar for These Upcoming Events ...

Sunday December 2
Santa Brunch "Nutcracker"
11:30 @ Plaza

Monday, December 3
Annual Downtown Club Member Holiday Party
Complimentary Food & Drink
5:30 - 8:00 pm
The Met

Wednesday December 5
Dinner Theatre "Into the Woods"
6:00pm
Plaza Club

Thursday, December 6
CandleLight Tour
Wine and Hors before tour
5:30pm
Plaza Club

Saturday, December 15
Breakfast with Santa
9:00 am
Center Club

January 10, 2002
Lunch Speaker Series
"Sugars & Flours"
Author Joan Ifland will speak on how this will help to drop the
weight,keep it off and live a much healthier
lifestyle.

(See attached file: cycle studio-a 2001.doc) (See attached file:
multipurpose studio C 2001.doc) (See attached
file: soft studio -b 2001.doc) (See attached file: october
center club schedule.doc)

(See attached file: cycle studio- 3 2001.doc)
(See attached file: multipurpose studio 1 2001.doc)
(See attached file: soft studio -2 2001.doc)
(See attached file: November center club schedule.doc)
- cycle studio- 3 2001.doc
- multipurpose studio 1 2001.doc
- soft studio -2 2001.doc
- November center club schedule.doc