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JULY/AUGUST 2017 VOLUME 8 • ISSUE NO. 7
A LOOK AROUND
T H E T O L E D O C L U B’S
Colorful
UpTown
Neighborhood
See page 6
TOLEDO CLUB OFFICERS
PRESIDENT
Aaron Swiggum
VICE PRESIDENT
Manager’s MESSAGE
Brett Seymour
TREASURER Roger Parker, General Manager
Greg Wagoner
SECRETARY 419-254-2988 • rparker@toledoclub.org
Rebecca Shope
TOLEDO CLUB STAFF
ADMINISTRATION
Roger Parker, General Manager
419-254-2988 rparker @toledoclub.org
Dawn Miller, Executive Assistant
419-254-2980 dmiller@toledoclub.org
FOOD & BEVERAGE SERVICE
Theresa Carroll, Catering Manager
419-254-2981 tcarroll@toledoclub.org
Support the Toledo Club’s Foundation
Ed Mackiewicz, Food and Beverage Director Through the Toledo Community Foundation, you can support the Toledo Club’s Foundation. This is a
emackiewicz@toledoclub.org 501(c)(3) tax-exempt foundation designed to fund improvements to our historical easement which is
Mike Goodson, Executive Chef managed by Heritage Ohio.
419-243-2200 ext. 2964 chef@toledoclub.org
Charlotte Hall Over the past several years the Club has used this fund to repair and maintain several key historical
Concierge and Member Relations Manager
areas of the building, including the east exterior windows, the ceilings in the Main Dining Room,
FACILITY
Mark Hoffman, Facilities Manager the Centennial Room and Red Room, the stairwell ceilings and soffits, chandeliers, flooring, and
419-243-2200 many wall repairs. As the building continues to age we need to replenish this fund for other areas of
MEMBERSHIP concern such as the Sunroom, the St. Andrews room, the magnificent 14th Street door, the exterior
Russ Wozniak, Membership Director
419-254-2997 rwozniak @toledoclub.org west and southern windows and their iron grates, as well as the constant need of repairs to our
ACCOUNTING ceiling murals.
Joe Monks, Finance Director
419-254-2970 jmonks @toledoclub.org The Club’s Foundation offers a variety of ways for you to make donations to reach your philanthropic
Dawn Miller, Accounting Analyst goals. Corporations and businesses are limited to gifts of cash, securities, closely-held stock, limited
419-254-2996 dmiller@toledoclub.org partnership interests and real estate. Individuals and families have even more options to consider.
ATHLETIC
John Seidel, Director/Squash Pro • A cash gift is tax deductible as provided under current law.
419-254-2962 jseidel@toledoclub.org
Charissa Marconi, Fitness and Aquatics Director • Donations of appreciated publicly-traded securities are accepted. This type of gift avoids
419-254-2990 cmarconi @toledoclub.org capital gains tax and allows the maximum tax deduction for the full market value of the gift.
SECURITY The Foundation also accepts closely-held stock.
David Rainey, Operations Manager
419-254-2967
• A bequest in your will is an uncomplicated way to leave a lasting legacy.
EDITORIAL STAFF • A life insurance policy can be changed to designate the Foundation as the owner and/or
Chairman: beneficiary.
David Cameron – 419-536-5272
broerfreeman@aol.com • Retirement fund accounts are often your largest asset. You can give all or part of these assets to
Editor in Chief: the Foundation, both during your lifetime and/or at your death.
Shirley Levy – 419-536-9782
shirlevy@aol.com • Real estate (land, primary residences, vacation homes, farm land, etc.) can be donated to the
Layout/Art Direction: Foundation and deducted at full fair market value, up to 30 percent of one’s adjusted gross
Tandem Creative – 419-304-0154 income. The Foundation sells the real estate, and the net proceeds capitalize a new fund or are
beyunk@gmail.com
Contributing Writers: added to an existing fund. Similarly, tangible personal property can be donated to the Foundation,
Karen Klein, Cindy Niggemyer, Bob Lubell, John which is also then sold.
Fedderke, Jim Jeffery, and Stephanie Wang Jaros
Contributing Photographers: • A charitable remainder trust allows you (or other named beneficiaries) to receive lifetime income.
Grand Lubell Photography – 419-882-1984 You receive an immediate charitable deduction for a portion of the gift and avoid capital gains
Printing/Mailing: tax. Upon your death, the remaining principal creates a fund at the Foundation.
Millstream-Kennedy Inc.
Findlay, Ohio
• A charitable lead trust creates income for the Foundation for a specified period, after which the
Topics Advertising: remaining principal is distributed to named beneficiaries. Gift and estate taxes are reduced with
Ellen Wisniewski – 419-261-2053
nedleyspburg@gmail.com this type of gift.
THE TOLEDO CLUB TOPICS If you have any questions about these options, or have other questions, please feel free to contact
Copyright 2017 The Toledo Club, all rights reserved. my office at 419-254-2988, or email me at rparker@toledoclub.org.
Permission to reproduce by any means, in whole or in part,
must be obtained in writing from the Editor or Publisher. Yo can also contact the Toledo Community Foundation, 300 Madison Ave., Suite 1300, Toledo,
The Toledo Club Topics is published 11 times per year
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ON THE COVER: A colorful detail from the Roger Parker
Toledo Loves Love mural in UpTown, photographed by Grand
Lubell Photography. General Manager
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President’s MESSAGE WHAT’S
Aaron Swiggum, President
INSIDE...
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419-891-1040 • swiggum@wvco.com
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Dear Friends,
The summer months tend to be a bit slower at our Club. However, June produced a couple gems
this year due to efforts of our members and staff. In particular, I want to acknowledge the efforts
of Sue Zurawski in creating and promoting the Swing Dance event on June 3. As most of you 4 Upcoming Events Listings
know, Sue passed away on May 15. Although she wasn’t a member, she was a terrific advocate
for The Toledo Club and for Topics magazine. Rest in peace Sue… 20 July Dining Calendar
The month of July brings our annual 4th of July Party at the Imagination Station, Bastille Day on
the 14th and Charlotte’s Ribs on the 27th. This year, the August shutdown brings with it more 21 July Athletics Calendar
excitement than in the recent past. As I am writing this letter, I can’t give away all that is in store,
but be prepared for some significant capital improvement activities. 22 Local Reciprocal Clubs Listing
A big thank-you goes out to Dave Cameron for taking the lead on organizing our Party in the 23 August Athletics Calendar
Parking Lot. This year the event will be held on Friday, September 15, and our headliner for the
event is the acclaimed Rolling Stones tribute band Satisfaction. There is no better way to kick off
our fall season.
F E AT U R E S
I also want to take this opportunity to welcome Bill Wolff to our Board of Directors. Bill serves
as senior vice president at Hylant, and has been a member of the Toledo Club since 1989.
Welcome Bill!
6 Looking UP:
The Club’s UpTown Neighborhood
On a final note, I will echo Roger Parker’s June Topics comments on new members. Scott Libbe,
Russ Wozniak and the Membership Committee have been hard at work generating leads and
securing new members. However, they need ALL of us to pitch in and help. Simply put, bring a COLUMNS
friend, refer a friend and give them the opportunity to enjoy the benefits of being a member of the
Club that we all call home. 14 New Members
Cheers!
18 Banquet & Catering
24 Dining Room Buzz
26 Squash News
Aaron Swiggum
President 27 Aquatics and Fitness News
32 Member News
THE TOLEDO CLUB MISSION 35 Cuisine at The Club
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The mission of The Toledo Club, since 1889, is to enrich the lives of its members by providing a
luxurious private club experience in a financially responsible manner with extraordinary social and Sports Grill & Tavern
recreational activities that foster friendship, fellowship and pride among members.
38 Committees and Board Members
The views expressed in The Toledo Club Topics are not necessarily those of The Toledo Club board or its members unless
stated. All images and articles appearing in Topics magazine are the property of The Toledo Club and may not be reproduced
or altered in any way without permission. © Copyright 2017 by The Toledo Club. All rights reserved.
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MARK YOUR
CALENDAR!
JULY CLUB events AUGUST CLUB events
3
JULY CLUB CLOSED (Fitness Center and Oak Room open) AUGUST 19 Rib Off with Grand Funk Railroad
Tickets available through The Blade
4
CLUB CLOSED
JULY
4th of July Party at Imagination Station
(see pages 24 and 37)
10
ZIPZ Dinner - Shirley Levy’s Brisket
JULY
UPCOMING events
(see page 25)
SEPT 8 Welcome Back Party - Main Dining Room
14
Bastille Day Lobster Lover’s Dinner
JULY
(see page 25 and back cover) SEPT 15 Party in the Parking Lot (see page 17)
JULY 20 Chaine Dinner - John Burson/Members
DATE TBD President’s Dinner
JULY 27 Charlotte’s Ribs (see page 25)
JULY/AUGUST events AROUND THE CITY
Boys & Girls Club of Toledo Lucas County Fairgrounds Toledo Lucas County
Barefoot at the Beach − 34th Annual Northwest Ohio Rib Off Public Library
Maumee Bay State Park August 17– 20 Brown Bag Concerts − Main Library
August 12 August 17 – Dennis DeYoung and the Wednesdays at 12:15 PM in July
Music of Styx
Croswell Opera House August 18 – Lee Brice
Toledo Museum of Art
In The Heights August 19 – Grand Funk Railroad
Community Block Party
July 14 – 23
July 8
A Funny Thing Happened on the
National Museum of the
Great Lakes Color Across the Spectrum
Way to the Forum
through July 30
August 11–20 Speakers Bureau −
CWRU Shipwreck Camp Kara Walker: Harper’s Pictorial History
Hollywood Casino July 10 of the Civil War
through July and August
Brett Young Royal Order of the Ancient Mariner −
July 2 “The Great Lakes Exposition”
August 2 Toledo Zoo Amphitheater
Garth Brooks Tribute − Fresh Horses
Cast of Impractical Jokers
July 4 & The Tenderloins
One SeaGate
Shania Twain Tribute − Shania Twin July 6
Glass City Con 7
July 8
July 15 –16 Straight No Chaser & Scott Bradlee’s
El DeBarge Postmodern Jukebox
Glass City Feis July 14
July 21–22
August 20
Femmes of Rock Music Under the Stars
July 9 - American Portraits
August 5 Stranahan Theater
July 16 - Fun & Games
Marshall Tucker Band Brian Regan July 23 - Just Dance
August 19 August 27 July 30 - Broadway Showstoppers
Eagles Tribute − 7 Bridges
August 21 Toledo Arts Commission
Third Thursday Art Loop
July 20, August 17
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JULY anniversaries MEMBERS’ comments
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25+ years
”EXCELLENT”
Helen E. McMaster July 1 / 63 54 years COMMENTS RECEIVED:
95%
Dennis G. Johnson July 1 / 72 45 years
MEMBER
Elizabeth B. McKinney July 1 / 2 45 years COMMENT CARDS
George J. Eistetter July 1 / 78 39 years RECEIVED
MAY 1–31
Mark C. Zeller July 1 / 78 39 years
David P. Miller July 1 / 79 38 years
Frederick W. Schwier July 1 / 79 38 years
Charles R. Schaub July 1 / 80 37 years
Timothy L. Schmidt July 1 / 81 36 years
Excellent ambience, food &
George A. Koury July 1 / 83 34 years
Martin W. Williams July 1 / 83 34 years
service as usual. Thank you,
Craig A. Joseph July 1 / 85 32 years
Charlotte & Linda
Jeffrey T. Urbanski July 1 / 87 30 years
John H. Hull July 1 / 90 27 years Patti
Antonio Lamantia July 1 / 90 27 years
Great evening
AUGUST anniversaries at The Toledo Club!
25+ years
Marianne Ballas August 1 / 71 46 years Gonzalo Great food, great server
James E. Valiton August 1 / 72 45 years (Melody), great company.
Michael R. Wilcox August 1 / 77 40 years Thank you!
Frank P. Manning August 1 / 81 36 years
John J. Newton August 1 / 81 36 years
Allan Block August 1 / 82 35 years Pamela
S. Amjad Hussain August 1 / 84 33 years
Gregory C. Kopan August 1 / 85 32 years
Great personality (Kelly).
George M. Jones August 1 / 86 31 years Very friendly & accommodating.
James F. Nooney August 1 / 86 31 years Keep up the good work!
Daniel J. Haslinger August 1 / 90 27 years
Fran
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Looking
Oh, who are the people in your neighborhood? Neighborhood Guidance Leaders
In your neighborhood? One of the leaders of our area is the UpTown
In your neighborhood? Association (uptowntoledo.org). Created in 1986,
Say, who are the people in your neighborhood? it is a Community Development Corporation. Its
The people that you meet each day?* mission is “to foster collaboration, create a safe
UP
and welcoming community, act as a unified voice,
be a leading advocate and resource to drive
Well, who are they? Who are the people in our
economic development, vibrancy, and access— by
Toledo Club neighborhood who have energy and a
supporting, promoting, and connecting current and
laser-like focus concerning how our neighborhood
potential residents, businesses, developers, and
will be created and maintained? The blocks in our
stakeholders in the neighborhood.”
local UpTown district consist of Woodruff/Adams/
The Toledo Jackson on the north side, Collingwood on the west
side and Washington on the south, and Tenth on
Uptown is led by a 17-member volunteer
board. Primary funding comes from Community
Club’s the east. The UpTown neighborhood is comprised
of 240 acres with 30% buildings, 30% green space
Development Block Grants under the Department of
Housing and Urban Development. The funding for
UpTown and 40% parking. Besides the numerous and varied
residences and businesses, the area is home to
our neighborhood watch guard is currently at risk in
the new Federal budget. Additional funding comes
Neighborhood Mercy College (1300 students) and seven charter
schools that include the award-winning Toledo
from the over 100 members of the Association. They
not only contribute money, but give their time in
By Cindy Niggemyer School for the Arts. many ways. For example, the UpTown Clean Team
works on a daily basis to keep trash picked up and
Photos by report any graffiti so that it is quickly removed. The
Grand Lubell Photography *Written by Jeff Moss for Sesame Street, 1969. Association understands the “broken window pane”
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A The bright Uptown mural at 1501 Adams
A B Art adorns the facade of Handmade Toledo
theory. Trash, graffiti and unmaintained buildings safety, and attracting new businesses and residents. B
draw a criminal element that assumes they are Neighborhood improvements embrace creating a
welcome in a blighted neighborhood. cultural district with public engagement and a mix of
event productions. Attention is also given to vacant
To provide a catalyst for future economic
or under-utilized lots.
development, the Association led the $2.1 million
park at UpTown Green. Market on the Green was Yipes!!! Every year thousands of zombies invade
attached to it and has become a popular stopping Adams Street. VoA’s popular Zombie Walk is
place for groceries. The Association also provides currently scheduled on October 21, but check the
help with new businesses by giving guidance date closer to October. This has become a major
concerning City of Toledo ordinances. It has the area event for participants and viewers alike.
expertise to find grant money and help older
As you have been reading in the above, UpTown has
businesses expand. It is estimated that $30 million
attracted a large mix of residents who are actively
have been invested in the last five years. The
working every day to improve the neighborhood that
investments are guided by a Master Plan for the
The Toledo Club resides in.
area that is in the process of being updated. Fun
events, such as the Santa Run on December 16, are
Neighborhood UpTown Art Scene
planned this year. You can refer to the website or
Facebook for current events. Nothing defines a community more than the public
art. Love it or hate it, public art creates a dialogue
Another nonprofit organization is The Village on
that shows the community values of the people
Adams (villageonadams.org/what-we-do). Members
living there. Ride around and view the decorated
are Adams Street business owners that concentrate
trash cans, bike racks and anonymously created
on improving the street. Their mission includes a
focus on communication, beautification, improved (continued on page 8)
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Real public art does
not appear by magic.
It is professionally
designed and painted
along with being
registered with the city ...
A B
crochet decorations. These are imaginative and neighborhoods could be shaken from the public’s
artistic. However, the most iconic art in our area has conception of blight with the use of artist-led resource
become the colorful and varied murals dotted all over sharing. Her work with Independent Advocates made
UpTown. Real public art does not appear by magic. her aware of the connection between art and activism.
It is professionally designed and painted along with At the start, working with Toledo GROWS — a Toledo
being registered with the city so that it cannot be Botanical Garden project—Rachel was able to
removed without a city confirmation. A major mural combine resources with local artist-activist Har Simrit
facilitator, Art Corner Toledo (ACT), is a company- Singh to create the Manos Community Garden mural
for-hire to coordinate murals, other public art behind Manhattan’s Restaurant. That beginning step
installations and permanent pieces. has led to an active sustained creative source for
this area.
Rachel Richardson’s work with domestic violence
survivors gave her the idea that “underdeveloped” Art Corner is currently working with incarcerated
men and local artists in a program called “Passage
of Hope.” The art will journey to Columbus in July.
A Manhattan’s Pub ’n Cheer offers New York Meanwhile, if you want to donate mural money
inspired cuisine in the heart of Uptown
B Nexus Health Care Center provides care for and beautify our neighborhood, please contact the
Toledo’s underserved actoledo.com website. The website also lists the
C Zombie Walk participants swarm UpTown location of their murals. You too can be a neighborhood
D The vibrant Toledo Loves Love mural hero! Here are just four of their many murals:
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D Toledo Loves Love, 2012
Adams and 13th
Artists: Taylor and MEDE
Sponsored by: Manos Paschalis, community
donations
Facilitator: Art Corner
Specifications - One Star Placed in the
Center, 2015
Adams and 11th
Artists: Judy Dilloway/Maura Amato
Sponsored by: Toledo City Council, Lucas County
Commissioners, Friends and Family of
Judy Dilloway
Facilitator: Art Corner
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are shown here, but drive or stroll
around UpTown and you’re sure to
make additional discoveries.
1 Artworks Custom Frame 12 Jupmode 22 MURAL: Untitled, August 2016 33 Toledo Metro Federal Credit Union
1314 Adams St. 2022 Adams St. 1717 Adams St. 1212 Adams St.
2 Brooks Insurance Company, Inc. 13 Mercy College 23 Nexus Health Care Center 34 Toledo School for the Arts
1120 Madison Ave. 2221 Madison Ave. 1415 Jefferson Ave. 333 14th St. #4
3 Carlos Poco Loco 14 Manhattan’s Pub ‘n Cheer 24 Ottawa Tavern 35 Toledo Sign Company
1809 Adams St. 1516 Adams St. 1817 Adams St. 2021 Adams St.
4 Cherry Street Mission 15 Manos Community Gardens & Mural 25 Planned Parenthood 36 Wesley’s Bar & Grill
105 17th St. Jackson & 14th St. 1301 Jefferson Ave. 1201 Adams St.
5 The Dart Boat Company 16 Manos Greek Restaurant 26 Polly Fox Academy 37 YWCA
329 20th St. 1701 Adams St. 1505 Jefferson Ave. 1018 Jefferson Ave.
6 Ebeid Center for Population Health 17 Market on the Green 27 St. Paul’s Community Center
(over Market on the Green) 1806 Madison Ave. 230 13th St. RU CK OUTSIDE H
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8 Glass City Café 19 MURAL: Amazewall, 2015, 29 SSOE Group
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1107 Jackson St. Adams and 13th 1001 Madison Ave.
9 Handmade Toledo 20 MURAL: Specifications - 30 The Toledo Club
1717 Adams St. One Star Placed in the Center 235 14th St.
10 House of Dow Adams & 11th 31 Toledo City Paper
1501 Adams St. 21 MURAL: The Messenger, 2014 1120 Adams St.
11 Ink and Iron Tattoo Parlour and Gallery 311 18th St. 32 Toledo Gospel Rescue Mission
1505 Adams St. 1917 Jefferson Ave.
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The goal of all of our area
nonprofits is to open the
doors one day and find they
have no clients. Wouldn’t
that be wonderful!
A
Amazewall, 2015 citizen who enjoys street art and murals.” He used
Adams and 13th his personal money and money raised from the
Artist: Brad Scherzer, assisted by sale of the postcard “Greetings from Toledo.” He
Lindsay Williams is currently planning another mural. So, if you are
Sponsored by: Toledo City Council, Lucas County interested in donating, you can contact him at john@
Commissioners, Village on Adams, Toledo
toledo.com. Following is the mural he sponsored.
Metro Federal Credit Union
Inspired by: Planned Pethood Untitled, August 2016
Facilitator: Art Corner Artist: Louise Chen aka Ouizi
The Messenger, 2014 1717 Adams
UpTown Green Park Sponsored by: John Eikost and proceeds from
Artists: Ivan Kende, Yusuf Lateef, Dave McIntyre “Greetings from Toledo” postcard sales
Sponsored by: Ohio Capital Impact Corporation Facilitator: John Eikost
Grant by: The Arts Commission
Facilitator: Art Corner Social Services
The UpTown community does not pretend that the
Proving that you do not need to be an organization
invisible “homeless” do not exist in our area. In fact,
to get involved, John Eikost, editor of Toledo.com,
it is the very opposite of many communities that
also sponsored an UpTown mural. He is “just a
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C ignore the humans that are lying in doorways with
blankets and plastic bags. Numerous organizations
such as the YWCA, St. Paul’s Community Center,
Cherry Street Mission, Toledo Gospel Rescue
Mission, Polly Fox, Planned Parenthood, food banks
and kitchens exist to provide food, counseling, job
training and other assistance.
A A section of the floral mural “Untitled” by Ouiza
B Adorned by the mural “The Messenger,” the building
that houses Market on The Green is also home to
ProMedica’s Ebeid Institute
C A colorful portion of Brad Scherzer’s mural
“Amazewall”
D Handmade Toledo’s eclectic storefront
E Carlos Poco Loco restaurant and its artistic
amphibian greeter
F Adams Street Publishing, home to local publications
such as Toledo City Paper and Toledo Parent
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July/August2017
2017My
Thoughts
About
Uptown
By James L. Harter
President of the
UpTown Association
and Toledo Club member
I got involved with The UpTown Association in 2002
representing Mercy College of Ohio. It has been refreshing
watching this organization grow from a business association
under the auspices of Neighborhoods In Partner (NIP) to
D a stand-alone community and economic development
corporation in 2008. I have continued to stay involved with
the UpTown Association and the board because of my
The Ebeid Center for Population Health is located interest in seeing the district continue to develop, progress,
over the Market on the Green grocery. Run by and meet our community and economic development goals.
ProMedica, it provides “life” classes. Have you For example, the excitement, entertainment and fun that can
noticed our newest Toledo Club next-door neighbor? be found on Adams Street, thanks to the hard work of the
The beautiful Nexus Health Care Center is an Village on Adams organization, has helped in UpTown being
$11.2 million, 43,000-square-foot medical facility a great place to live, work and play. All the work UpTown and
that targets the underserved in our community. our many partners, including The Toledo Club, have done in
For the patients who have nowhere to wait before recent years has literally resulted in millions of dollars being
the clinic’s daily opening time, there is a weather- invested back into the neighborhood.
sheltered area with benches. In addition to serving I have been honored to be a part of the UpTown Association
their health needs, showers and washing machines and the resurgence we are seeing in the neighborhood. It
are available. The goal of all of our area nonprofits takes the involvement of everyone in the district— residents,
is to open the doors one day and find they have no business owners, corporations, organizations, etc.— to
clients. Wouldn’t that be wonderful! ensure we stay moving forward. The Toledo Club and UpTown
Association have been partners and very intertwined in the
UpTown Businesses resurgence of the district. Jackie Barnes, Paul Hollenbeck,
Tom Schneider, and I serve on UpTown’s board, as well as
Everyone knows that Toledo is a great restaurant
being members of The Toledo Club. Russ Wozniak is also
town and our neighborhood doesn’t disappoint.
E a former UpTown Association board member. We are very
excited and pleased that this relationship continues with the
Club selecting UpTown as the organization the Party in the
Ready for great Greek food? Manos Greek
Parking Lot will be benefiting this year. This type of support
Restaurant has been a long-time neighborhood
helps to achieve the goals and mission of UpTown and is
mainstay, along with Manhattan’s American greatly appreciated.
cuisine. The “new/old” Ottawa Tavern offers
classic bar food, along with Wesley’s Bar &
Grill, and Georgjz419 Fun Food & Spirits. Up for
some Mexican? Carlos Poco Loco will provide. THE UPTOWN ASSOCIATION
Hungry for comfort food? How about the Glass Julie Champa, James L. Harter (Jamie),
City Café? There are more for you to explore, so Executive Director PhD
take some time to drive around. Paul Hollenbeck, AIA
The UpTown Association Marty Lahey
Large important businesses such as SSOE Board of Directors Jeff Lonsbrough
Group, Toledo Sign Company, Toledo Metro Jacqueline Barnes Doug Mead
Federal Credit Union and Brooks Insurance Chris Bennett Doni Miller
F Company, Inc. reside inside Uptown’s borders. Glen Blohm Dan Rogers
Toledo City Paper and Sojourner’s Truth produce Linda Bowyer Tom Schneider
local news of note. Ryan A. Bunch Doug Shelton (Emeritus)
Anthony Goodwin, MBA Kendra N. Smith
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interesting and dynamic
community is the varied
businesses available.
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The mark of an interesting and dynamic community is Handmade Toledo has represented hundreds of artists
the varied businesses available. If you are interested since 2012. They have event space for rent and twice
in cool, fun, vintage printed T-shirts, then Jupmode a year host Maker’s Mart, when over 100 artists rent
is your destination. They will make them to your booths and sell their wares for one day. The next one
specifications. Looking for vintage clothes? House of is scheduled on November 11. Mark your calendar!
Dow has a selection of gently worn vintage clothing.
Oh, and here is something to really mark your calendar
Really, nothing ever goes out of style, including
for NOW — The Toledo Club’s Party in the Parking
tattoos. Ink and Iron Tattoo Parlour and Gallery
Lot on Friday, September 15. The headliner band is
specializes in custom, hand-drawn tattoos. Say, if
C you visit The Dart Boat Company and purchase one of
Satisfaction, the premiere Rolling Stones tribute band.
And guess who our nonprofit sponsor is? Yep, you
their reproduction vintage wood boats, you could think
guessed it — the UpTown Association. Come and party
about getting a boat tattoo. Or frame a picture of your
like a rock star! You will also meet the people in your
boat at Artworks Custom Frame. Looking for a unique
neighborhood.
handmade gift made by a local artist? Look no more —
A Hannah Sypniewski‘s“Sailboat” bikerack D A portion of the bright “Graffiti Art Compilation”
B Georgjz419 Fun Food & Spirits is always filled with mural, located behind 1717 Adams Street
a lively, diverse crowd E House of Dow’s storefront shows that everything
D C Wesley’s Bar & Grill reflects its Adams Street
location
old is new again
While completing my photo assignment documenting the UpTown
neighborhood, I came upon an unsettling surprise. The beautiful Wachter
Building at 321 16th St. was victim to a three-alarm fire. All souls were
accounted for, although several pets perished.
Built in 1897, the apartment building was designed by noted architect
Harry W. Wachter. Edward B Green and Wachter were the architects
for the Toledo Museum of Art. Wachter also designed Bronson Place,
Washington Congregational, Park Church, Monroe St. Methodist, and
many Old West End homes.
The Watcher Building was constructed as a men’s dormitory for
construction workers at the Toledo Museum of Art. The structure was,
at the time of the fire, home to many people who were embracing the
UpTown neighborhood.
Clearly visible from the parking lot at The Toledo Club, it is a building I
often admired. Now there will be a hole in that vista and a sad memory.
– by Bob Lubell, with photos by Grand Lubell Photography
12 | July/August
July/August2017
2017July/August 2017 | 13
Introducing
new members
RUSS WOZNIAK
Get Away to Lenawee
Membership Director (Country Club, that is)
419-254-2997
419-254-2992 Fax The Lenawee Country Club in Adrian, Michigan is just 36
miles from The Toledo Club. It is the best golfing value
rwozniak@toledoclub.org offered to all club members. $35 per round includes the cart.
The yardage for this par 71 course from the whites is 6070
yards. You have a chance to keep your ball dry because
there is minimal water hazard. The par three 16th hole has
www.twitter.com/TheToledoClub an elevated tee box with a great view. This golf course is
meticulously groomed.
Become a Fan of The Toledo Club!
My son Sam and I played nine holes on a Saturday starting
at 10 AM. Play was light. We finished in less than two
hours. This is a hilly course. You will be hitting blind to the
flag on more than a few holes. The greens are modest and
difficult to read the first time out. However, the greens are
cut perfectly to allow for a good roll.
The Pro Shop personnel were great. I called 517-265-8227
for a tee time. I left a message and my call was returned
twice to confirm. Toledo Club members have access to all of
the Lenawee Country Club amenities, including dining, pool
and tennis, at no extra cost.
CONGRATULATIONS to Eric Croak,
I hope you have a chance to visit this great reciprocal club. You our new Reserved Parking
will want to make this course a regular summer destination. Spot winner!
Best,
Russ Wozniak
14 | July/August 2017F e a t u r e d N e w M e m b e r s
Andrew Rust
Andrew Rust is the Corporate
Development Manager for Tronair
Inc., where he is responsible
for identification, execution
and integration of acquisitions
as well as general business
development efforts in the areas
of sales, marketing, and general
operations. A Detroit native, Andrew spends his weeks
in Toledo focused on growing Tronair and his weekends
in Detroit.
Andrew graduated from the University of Notre Dame
in 2013 with a degree in finance. After graduation,
Andrew spent two years in investment banking in
Chicago before returning home to Detroit, where he held
positions in private equity at Huron Capital and Corporate
Development at General Motors.
Outside of work, Andrew is an avid golfer. He also enjoys
playing squash, tennis, hockey, skiing, hunting, fishing,
waterskiing, and camping.
Andrew is passionate about Detroit and its revival,
volunteering his time to causes that help the city’s
residents advance themselves and their communities, and
investing in real estate, restaurants, and other business
ventures located in Detroit. Andrew serves on the Young
Professionals Advisory Board for the Children’s Leukemia
Foundation of Michigan and is the co-chair of the Young
Member Committee at Plum Hollow Country Club. Andrew
joined the Toledo Club for the opportunity to network with
other professionals in the Toledo area and to improve his
squash game.
Additional New Member
Angela Barnes
July/August 2017 | 15RECENTEvent
s
Members’ Jam
May 19, 2017
Event photos by Grand Lubell Photography. See many more photos of recent Club events at www.TheClubPhotos.com.
16 | July/August 2017The Toledo Club
FRIDAYSEPTEMBER 15!
PARTY in the
PARKING LOT
Headliners:
the premier Rolling Stones
tribute band direct from England
Opening Band: Buddy Love and the Coconuts
Chefs of Dixieland featuring Ragtime Rick playing at the VIP tent
Tickets: $15 in advance/$20 at the door
Supporting the Uptown Association
July/August 2017 | 17Banquet & Catering by Theresa Carroll
THERESA CARROLL
Catering Manager
419-254-2981
tcarroll@toledoclub.org
HOT FUN
summertime
in the photo by Grand Lubell Photography
While you are all off enjoying your summer- me with your special events in your Club. To
time (and even in the shutdown during August) me, it’s wonderful to see families coming
we are still busy in the catering office! together to celebrate. With no family of my
own here in Ohio, I get to vicariously enjoy
Wedding season is in full swing. Many “old
your family celebrations.
families” of the Club are coming back to us for
their daughters’ or granddaughters’ weddings. There are some changes afoot in the catering
Over the years I have noticed a shift away office. New menus will be rolled out in the
from the classic Spring Bride to more summer fall. We will reorganize the catering office in
and fall wedding celebrations. Our wedding August and take some time to really maximize
season officially begins in July this year, as the office’s use of JONAS, our event booking
national trends indicate, and our bookings system. New photos will be hung to show off
prove this to be true. There will be a wedding the gorgeous looks of the event spaces here
in-house most weekends throughout the at the Club. Come up and see me when you
remainder of the year, even into December. return in September. Until then, take some
Huzzah! advice from Sly and The Family Stone and
ABOVE have some “Hot Fun in the Summertime.”
Can you believe that I have been here as your
A wedding party joyfully
catering director for a one full year now? Best regards,
lights up the night as they What a year it has been. I can honestly say
leave The Toledo Club. that I love what I do! Thank you for entrusting Theresa
18 | July/August 2017GREAT BOOKS DISCUSSION
GROUP
Proud to be involved in
update for
The Great Books Discussion Group is an opportunity to discuss
stimulating books with old friends and new. Books are chosen by
the Toledo community. consensus of the members, and each month a member leads the
August
discussion. We publish the selections several months in advance
to allow time to do the reading.
New members are always welcome. You can simply drop in one of
our meetings (the room is always posted in the elevator) or
contact me for more information.
Carl White
cell 419-461-0888 / office 419-242-7471 / carlwhite@bex.net
Am Law 200 and
National Law Journal Thursday, July 20, Noon Thursday, August 17, Noon
Top 350 law firm. Book: Book:
Dereliction of Duty The Beastly Beatitudes of
by H. R. McMaster Balthazar B
(There are two books by J.P. Donleavy
with this title; be sure
Moderator: John Fedderke
to get the correct one)
(Club closed; the meeting is
slk-law.com Moderator: Jim Buerk at John’s poolhouse)
“It is what you read when you don’t have to that determines
CHARLOTTE COLUMBUS S A R A S O TA TA M PA TOLEDO what you will be when you can’t help it.” – Oscar Wilde
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July/August 2017 | 19Dining& Events JULY 2017
Summer Hours SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY
(June–July)
27
CALL THE 28 29 30 1 MDR
CLOSED
Dining Reservations RESERVATION
419-254-2961 HOTLINE Dining in the
• Sports Grill
419-254-2961 & Tavern
Dining Service
Main Dining Room
Third Floor
TAVERN OPEN
LUNCH
Monday– Friday
11:30 AM – 2 PM
2 MDR
CLOSED 3 MDR
CLOSED 4 MDR
CLOSED 5 MDR
CLOSED 6 MDR
OPEN 7 MDR
OPEN 8 MDR
CLOSED
DINNER CLUB CLUB Dining in the
Thursday–Friday* CLOSED CLOSED Sports Grill
5:30 – 8:30 PM (Oak Room & Tavern
open) 4th of July
*check schedule for Party at
alternate dining room Imagination
location if MDR is closed Station TAVERN OPEN TAVERN OPEN TAVERN OPEN
Sports Grill & Tavern
(Casual attire)
9 MDR
CLOSED 10 MDR
OPEN 11 MDR
CLOSED 12 MDR
CLOSED 13 MDR
OPEN 14 MDR
OPEN 15 MDR
CLOSED
DINNER ZIPZ Bastille Day Dining in the
Thursday and Friday DINNER: Lobster Sports Grill
5 – 10 PM Shirley Levy’s Lover’s & Tavern
(Beverage service Brisket Dinner
until 12:30 AM)
LUNCH AND DINNER TAVERN OPEN TAVERN OPEN TAVERN OPEN
Saturday
11 AM–10 PM 16 MDR
CLOSED 17 MDR
CLOSED 18 MDR
CLOSED 19 MDR
CLOSED 20 MDR
OPEN 21 MDR
OPEN 22 MDR
CLOSED
(Beverage service
Great Books
until 12:30 AM) Group Dining in the
• Third Thursday Sports Grill
Beverage Service & Tavern
Chaine /
Oak Room Pub TC Members
Dinner
First Floor
Monday–Thursday TAVERN OPEN TAVERN OPEN TAVERN OPEN
4 –9 PM
• 23 MDR
CLOSED 24 MDR
CLOSED 25 MDR
CLOSED 26 MDR
CLOSED 27 MDR
OPEN 28 MDR
OPEN 29
Dress Code Charlotte’s Dining in the
Proper business Ribs Sports Grill
casual attire is & Tavern
required during
dining and
beverage hours TAVERN OPEN TAVERN OPEN
Main Dining Room
Monday-Friday
Men: Jackets/no tie
30 MDR
CLOSED 31 MDR
CLOSED MANICURIST AVAILABLE
IN THE BARBER SHOP:
required JULY 5 AND 19,
Business Casual
Collared shirt,
pressed pants.
AUGUST 2, 16
AND 30
CALL
July 4th
INDEPENDENCE DAY
419-254-2979
No shorts, t-shirts, FOR AN APPOINTMENT
athletic apparel,
ball caps, denim, etc.
20 | July/August 2017J ULY 2017 Athletics& Events
SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY Summer Hours
(April–September)
BLOOD 27 28 29 30 1 Fitness & Wellness Center
PRESSURE 419-254-2990
SCREENINGS Monday–Thursday
5 AM–8 PM
JULY 13 Friday
7 AM 5 AM–7 PM
Saturday–Sunday
8 AM–7 PM
2 3 4 5 6 7 8
Body 5:30 AM Adult Swim Hours
5:30 AM CLUB 5:30 AM Runners Monday–Friday
Runners Runners Sculpt
CLOSED 9 AM Spin Class 5–9 AM
Aqua Spin Class 6 AM
11:30 AM–2:30 PM
Aerobics 6 AM Masters FIRST FRIDAY
BREAKFAST 4:30–6:30 PM
8:30 AM Aqua Aerobics Swim Saturday and Sunday
8:30 AM 5:15 PM Aqua Aerobics
8:30 AM Noon–2 PM
9 10 11 12 13 14 15 Family Swim Hours
Monday–Friday
5:30 AM BLOOD 5:30 AM
5:30 AM Body PRESSURE 9–11:30 AM
Runners Runners Runners
Sculpt SCREENINGS 2:30–4:30 PM
9 AM Spin Class 7–8 AM Spin Class 6:30 PM–close
Aqua 6 AM
Aerobics 6 AM Body Sculpt Saturday
8:30 AM Aqua Aerobics 9 AM Aqua Aerobics 8–11:55 AM
8:30 AM 8:30 AM
Masters Swim 2 PM–close
5:15 PM
•
16 17 18 19 20 21 22 Squash Courts
419-254-2965
5:30 AM 5:30 AM Body 5:30 AM
Body Runners Sculpt Runners •
Runners Sculpt
Spin Class 9 AM Spin Class Barber Shop: 1st Floor
Aqua 9 AM Bert Mills
6 AM Masters 6 AM
Aerobics Jim Schimming
8:30 AM Aqua Aerobics Swim Aqua Aerobics
8:30 AM 5:15 PM 8:30 AM 419-254-2979
Monday–Friday
7 AM–5 PM
23 24 25 26 27 28 29 •
5:30 AM 5:30 AM Body 5:30 AM Tailor Shop: 5th Floor
Body Runners Sculpt Runners Lawson Murrell
Runners Sculpt
Spin Class 9 AM Spin Class 419-243-2200, ext. 2152
Aqua 9 AM
6 AM Masters 6 AM Mon./ Wed./Fri.
Aerobics
8:30 AM Aqua Aerobics Swim Aqua Aerobics 7:30 AM–1 PM
8:30 AM 5:15 PM 8:30 AM or by appointment
•
30 31 Join the Fitness Team on
Other Club Services
Greta Mitchell,
5:30 AM Twitter Lic. Massage Therapist
Runners 419-360-3995
Aqua Manicurist
Aerobics www.twitter.com/charissamarconi 419-254-2979
8:30 AM Thomas Derring
www.twitter.com/jseidel Leather Specialist
419-254-2979
July/August 2017 | 212017 ANNUAL AUGUST SHUTDOWN
2017 Annual August Shutdown
Local Clubs offer reciprocity during our club’s annual shutdown
Dining Services Closed July 29- September 4 (Oak Room beverage service only Monday - Thursday)
Athletic Department closed August 21- September 4
To make your reservation, please call the Club directly
Proof of membership is required at the Reciprocal Club. Please dress in appropriate club attire.
Club Name Facilities/Services Days/Hours Comments
BELMONT COUNTRY CLUB Dining/Grill Closed Monday Main Dining Room, Grill, Lounge,
Brad Apple - Golf Pro Private Rooms Lunch: Tue-Sun, 11:30 AM - 3 PM Bar & Balcony, Sunday service all
29601 Bates Road Lounge bar, balcony Dinner: Tue-Thu., 5:30 PM - 9 PM casual. Sunday lunch served in the
Perrysburg, OH 43551 Golf, tennis. (Until 9:30 PM Fri & Sat) Grill.
419-666-0440 Pool not included Sun 5 - 8 PM
FORT MEIGS CENTER –YMCA Indoor pool Mon - Fri: 5 - 10 PM $8 per visit
Steve Shives - Manager Fitness center Sat: 6 AM - 6 PM Please sign in at the Desk
13415 Eckel Junction Road Sun: 12 PM - 6 PM POOL CLOSED AUG. 14-27TH
Perrysburg, OH 43551 LIMITED FITNESS CLASSES
419-251-9622
HIGHLAND MEADOWS GOLF CLUB Dining Closed Monday
No blue jeans, tank tops, short
Genene Gray - Manager Private rooms Lunch: Tue-Sun 11:30 - 2:30 PM
shorts, swimming attire
7455 Erie Street Golf Dinner: Tue-Sun 5 - 9 PM
Sylvania, OH 43560
419-882-7153
INVERNESS CLUB Closed Monday
Dining Country Club casual
Joe Furko - Manager Lunch: 11 AM - 2 PM
Private rooms No jeans or t-shirts
4601 Dorr Street Dinner: 6 - 9 PM
Toledo, OH 43615
419-578-9000
MAUMEE RIVER YACHT CLUB Dress code: casual, shorts permitted
Outdoor pool Closed Monday
Steve Davis - Manager Pool hours: 11 AM - 7 PM Mon-Fri
Private rooms Lunch: Tue-Fri 11 AM - 2 PM
2735 Broadway Extended hours on weekend
Docking Dinner: Tue-Fri 6 PM - 9 PM
Toledo, OH 43609 (weather permitting) $5 per day
419-382-3625 Guest dock: $1 a foot overnight
SYLVANIA COUNTRY CLUB Dining Closed Monday Country Club Casual
Kristi Weimer- Manager Private Rooms Lunch: 11:30 AM - 5 PM No jeans
5201 Corey Road Pool not included Dinner: 5:30 PM - 8 PM
Sylvania, OH 43560 Golf
419-882-2082
ST JAMES CLUB Indoor pool Mon-Thur. 5:30 AM - 10 PM, $8 guest fee per day
7337 W. Bancroft Outdoor pool Friday 5:30 AM - 8 PM Sat & Sun 8-6 Sign in at the Front Desk
Toledo, OH 43615 - 419-841-5597 Fitness, Tennis Labor Day week-end: restricted hours
STONE OAK COUNTRY CLUB Dining Closed Monday
Grill: casual
Keith Olander - Manager Private rooms Lunch: 11:30 AM - 5:30 PM
100 Stone Oak Blvd Golf Dinner: 5:30 PM - 9 PM
Holland, OH 43528 Pool not included
419-867-8400 Fitness not included
TOLEDO COUNTRY CLUB Dining Closed Monday Casual for lunch & dinner on Tue-Fri
Lew Rosenbloom - Manager Private rooms Lunch: Tue-Sat 11:30 AM - 2 PM Coat is required in River Room and
3949 River Road Grill Dinner: Tue-Sat 6 PM - 9 PM Terrace area on Saturday night and
Toledo, OH 43614 Pool not included Sunday brunch: 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM Sunday morning
419-382-3416
Mon - Thu 5:15 AM - 8 PM Call for guest pass $8 per visit
YMCA RIVERSIDE/SUMMIT Fitness Fri 5:15 AM-7 PM,
419-729-6035 Sat & Sun 7:30 AM-2PM
JCC - SYLVANIA Squash, Mon - Fri 5 AM - 10 PM $8 per visit
419-724-0323 Fitness, pool Sat & Sun 8AM - 6 PM POOL CLOSED AUG. 14-27TH
LIMITED FITNESS CLASSES
Payment : Members are required to pay at the time of service
22 | July/August 2017AU G UST 2017 Athletics & Events
SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY Summer Hours
(April–September)
30 31 1 2 3 4 5 Fitness & Wellness Center
5:30 AM Body 5:30 AM 419-254-2990
Body Sculpt Runners
Sculpt Runners
9 AM Spin Class Monday–Thursday
9 AM Spin Class
6 AM 6 AM 5 AM–8 PM
Masters
Aqua Aerobics Swim Aqua Aerobics Friday
8:30 AM 5:15 PM 8:30 AM 5 AM–7 PM
Saturday–Sunday
8 AM–7 PM
6 7 8 9 10 11 12
BLOOD 5:30 AM Adult Swim Hours
5:30 AM Body 5:30 AM PRESSURE Runners Monday–Friday
Runners Sculpt Runners SCREENINGS
7–8 AM Spin Class 5–9 AM
Aqua 9 AM Spin Class 6 AM 11:30 AM–2:30 PM
Aerobics 6 AM Body Sculpt
9 AM Aqua Aerobics 4:30–6:30 PM
8:30 AM Aqua Aerobics 8:30 AM Saturday and Sunday
8:30 AM Masters Swim
5:15 PM Noon–2 PM
13 14 15 16 17 18 19 Family Swim Hours
Monday–Friday
5:30 AM 5:30 AM Body 5:30 AM 9–11:30 AM
Body Runners Sculpt Runners
Runners Sculpt 2:30–4:30 PM
Spin Class 9 AM Spin Class
Aqua 9 AM 6:30 PM–close
6 AM Masters 6 AM
Aerobics Saturday
8:30 AM Aqua Aerobics Swim Aqua Aerobics 8–11:55 AM
8:30 AM 5:15 PM 8:30 AM
2 PM–close
•
20 21 22 23 24 25 26 Squash Courts
419-254-2965
•
AT H L E T I C S H U T D O W N / T H R O U G H M O N D A Y, S E P T E M B E R 4 Barber Shop: 1st Floor
Bert Mills
Jim Schimming
419-254-2979
Monday–Friday
7 AM–5 PM
27 28 29 30 31 1 2 •
Tailor Shop: 5th Floor
Lawson Murrell
AT H L E T I C S H U T D O W N / T H R O U G H M O N D A Y, S E P T E M B E R 4 419-243-2200, ext. 2152
Mon./ Wed./Fri.
7:30 AM–1 PM
or by appointment
•
Other Club Services
Join the Fitness Team on Greta Mitchell,
BLOOD Twitter Lic. Massage Therapist
PRESSURE 419-360-3995
SCREENINGS Manicurist
www.twitter.com/charissamarconi 419-254-2979
AUGUST 10 Thomas Derring
7 AM www.twitter.com/jseidel Leather Specialist
419-254-2979
July/August 2017 | 23DINING ROOM buzz by Karen Klein
R aise the flag, do a twist and shout and bring out the
marching band! The all-time favorite Paris salad
dressing has returned! No more forlorn looks as the
diner would be softly and apologetically informed,
“No, not available at this time.” Kudos must be awarded for
the persistence of Roger Parker and Chef Mike who try so hard
The ZIPZ dinner Monday, July 10, will feature our editor’s
(Shirley Levy) famous beef brisket: this is indeed a yum-yum
treat! Jim Gottron plays the piano and everyone tablehops and
enjoys this Member Treat! Out by 8:30, well fed and cheery!
Need there be a mention of Charlotte’s Ribs on Thursday,
July 27? Just reading that pulls memories of succulent
to please and placate members’ requests.
barbeque, good times and Charlotte’s famous welcoming
Lemon vinaigrette, thank goodness, has also returned, just in smile. And there is always a peppy band to enhance this
time for a lighter summer touch to salads. Try it with a full Member Special. For take-out orders —PLEASE call ahead
salad and shrimp or salmon resting atop as it really enhances, to reserve!
rather than smothering the fish. Heavens, how can one
tolerate “smothered” shrimp or salmon? Members do have Lunch specials will continue throughout the summer. These
fine tastes! are very tasty and some sell out by Wednesday at 2 PM. The
Mahjong ladies attend on Monday and thereby get first dibs.
Chef Mike really knows how to finish off a steak; his medium Still great are sandwich combos for Thursday and Friday plus
rare is the BESTEST. The duck and scallops dinners are also the catch of day, a special nod to loyal Members!
highly praised, ordered often and relished, but certainly not
ravished, by dignified members. A note on the Sports Grill & Tavern: Saturday stop-in dining
is fun! The ahi tuna appetizer (really enough for two) is
Bastille Day (July 14) will be a VERY special evening, with fabulous, as are the calamari. The Reuben sandwich is ALWAYS
Chef Mike “Putting on the Ritz:” a Lobster Dinner with good. On Saturdays, one can also order from the abbreviated
French flavors. PRE-orders for a TAIL or WHOLE are an dinner menu. And what about Ed Mackiewicz’ (he, the survivor
absolute MUST. For those who do not savor the crustacean of Murph’s Challenge) new creations of truly custom-crafted
from the deep, an alternative is Pan Seared Poulet Rouge, beers, 1887 and Draconian; plus a barrel of aged whatever as a
which happens to be a heritage chick breed raised to the shot and beer has come around once again (will bell-bottomed
standards of Label Rouge, a French guideline for poultry pants be next?). These libations have become quite popular
production which makes it a chick with attitude and flavor. and, of course, are EXCLUSIVE to The Toledo Club.
Could this chick be winking at that introduction? Do not
be stuck whining at the door: CALL NOW! Cut-off time for
pre-orders is 4 PM Monday, July 8; NO pre-order means NO
LOBSTER. However, one can order from the regular menu that
evening. Roger Parker has promised very special French wines TUESDAY, JULY 4 – Kaboom! Celebration
will be available. How special for members!
No need to tie a string around your finger to remember to MAKE
First Tuesday for July has been supplanted by a splashier event RESERVATIONS for this traditional celebration of freedom with
and well it should be, as it is a day to show patriotism and fun foods and fabulous fireworks! No American ever forgets the
don red, white and blue outfits for THE FOURTH OF JULY Fourth of July!
KABOOM PARTY! Do be QUICK now; make a reservation
TODAY to enjoy luscious grazing stations, fun chitchatting But do sign up NOW on the website for this great party on the
and mingling, PLUS a fantastic viewing platform on the Riverfront at Imagination Station with an upfront view, while
porch at the IMAGINATION STATION. This is a definite gathering on the porch at bistro tables. Rent a van and pack
member privilege! in the kids, grandkids and neighbor’s grandkids.
August’s First Tuesday, the 1st, will travel to Stone Oak Grazing stations will offer ample variety and lots of gourmet
Country Club where we will be clothed in Country Club finger food. It surely will be an Amazing Kaboom Evening!
Casual and share a good time off campus. However, all are Parking is wherever; the free garage is across the street.
forewarned to behave with proper decorum, but then who
knows what goes on between four walls? Any member is
welcome; HOWEVER, reservations are a MUST as dinners
must be pre-ordered from a select menu. Call Karen Klein at
419-865-7210 for details and reservations. Cocktail time is at
6:15 PM; dinner at 7 PM. Membership has its privileges.
24 | July/August 2017MONDAY, JULY 10 – ZIPZ Dinner THURSDAY, JULY 27 – Charlotte’s Ribs
Shirley’s Special Beef Brisket
Circle the date, sign up and then count the days until you can
Full Dinner for $16.95 enjoy, once again, our own Charlotte’s Ribs, a treat one wishes
could come off their home grill, long relished at this club. This
ZIPZ is back to a shockingly low-priced special for a Fun event has become the sentinel of the August shutdown of the Club
Monday featuring Shirley Levy’s mouth-watering beef brisket. and brings members together for one last fling with some music
Shirley, who is a superb cook, has prepared this beef brisket thrown in for good measure.
many times for family and friends and it is always a WINNER.
Accompanied by coleslaw, corn on the cob, baked beans, plus
She is now graciously sharing her recipe, from old family files,
Charlotte’s very special southern style corn bread, these ribs are
for the ZIPZ Monday attendees. Recipe cards will be on the
justifiably CLUB FAMOUS. Oh, and desert is included; pull
tables. The sides will be a mashed potato casserole, a green
up a mental image of various fruit pies? And yes, it’s a buffet
vegetable, and tomatoes lutece. Don’t forget dessert is included
and all you can eat! Teenagers and hungry old men are not even
at the fantastic price of $16.95! Do come, but reserve, please!
charged double.
This outdoor affair has become legendary for bringing the kids,
inviting the parents or meeting up with friends for a casual
get-together of finger-lickin’ good food, with only slight apologies
to Colonel Sanders whose advertising agency had the good luck to
coin the phrase in print first.
TAKE-OUT orders are available; HOWEVER, they must be
reserved ahead!!!!
Lobster Lover’s
MONDAY, JULY 14 –
Dinner & Bastille Day Celebration
Lobster $39.00 | Poulet Rouge Chicken $22.00
First Tuesday at
TUESDAY, AUGUST 1 –
Stone Oak Country Club
Mais oui, les members and guests will join in spirit with
French cousins to celebrate their Liberation Day in our own
Main Dining Room. Since we cannot enjoy a picnic below
the Eiffel Tower, we will instead feast and toast with a choice
of tail or whole lobster, or pan-seared poulet rouge chicken,
accompanied by lyonnaise potatoes, French bread, ooh-la-la
baby carrots, a salad with pickled grapes, and dessert of crepes August First Tuesday is indeed on August 1st and certainly will
or champagne sorbet. be an august event as we meet at Stone Oak Country Club for
an excellent repast and camaraderie. There will be two meat
RESERVATIONS for lobster or the chicken are a MUST by entrees or a vegetarian plate from which to choose. Yes, of course
4 PM, July 8. cocktails are scheduled for 6:15 PM.
The lobster meal cost is $39, and if you choose the chicken, RESERVATIONS ARE A MUST and PAYMENT must be by credit
that meal is $22. Special French wines will be available! The card that evening. Pleases call Karen Klein (419-865-7210) to pre-
regular menu will also be available that evening. order your dinner. No pre-order, no dinner!
July/August 2017 | 25Athletic News
Athletics & Squash
Holiday Reminder
The Athletic Department will be closed on Tuesday, July 4,
in celebration of our nation’s independence!
Summer Squash League Session #2
If you missed signing up for our summer squash league, don’t
worry. Session #2 starts June 26, but even if you miss that
deadline I can still slot you in the first of July! The summer
league pairs you up with like opponents for a five-week
round robin box session. You simply play as many opponents in
your box as possible in the five-week time frame. See me for
more details.
Toledo Club Kids
JOHN A. SEIDEL Squash, Fun and Games Summer
Athletic Director and Camp Set for Early August
Squash Professional We have scheduled our Junior Summer Camp Program Take a Squash Road Trip
camp at 1–3 PM, Monday, July 31 through Thursday,
419-254-2962
August 3. All kids ages 8 –18 are welcome and, based on
to Windsor, Canada
jseidel@toledoclub.org the numbers, we’ll break into two groups. The program is Doubles squash, singles squash and cold beer followed by
squash-based with some other fun activities and games. The a great Italian meal? Sounds great! Join us for the road
fee for the four-day camp is $108. It’s a great way to keep the trip to Windsor Squash and Fitness on Thursday,
kids moving this summer! See John for more details. August 3. Sign up behind Court Four or see John for more
details – passport required!
THE 29TH ANNUAL TOLEDO CLUB GOLF OUTING
Saturday, August 5 | Stone Oak Country Club Our annual Toledo Club Athletic Department
golf outing is scheduled for Saturday,
August 5, at Stone Oak Country Club. The
format is a scramble with all interested
golfers being placed in a foursome by the
golf committee, based on handicap levels.
Any dedicated foursomes have to be
approved by the committee.
The picnic following play will be held at
Tyson and Jen Fankhauser’s house on
the 18th hole. Awards will be given to the
top three teams as well as a few closest-
to- the-pin and long-drive awards. We’ll
also feature plenty of beverages and fine
food from Stanley’s Market. The fee for the
green fees, cart, awards, and all food and
beverages is $95. See John for more details
or sign up behind Court Four. Save the date!
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Aquatics & Fitness Center
Maumee River Swim
The Athletic Department has sign-in sheets at the pool, in
the Fitness Center and at the men’s locker room front desk.
Please sign in and sign all guests up. Guest fees are $10 for
age 13 and older; $5 for children under 13. These are billed
directly to your account. FIRST FRIDAY
“BIG BIRTHDAY” BREAKFAST
CHARISSA MARCONI
BS, WITS
High-Miler
Fitness & Aquatics Dir. Swimming
419-254-2990 Make a splash in the pool
cmarconi@toledoclub.org this summer! Join the
High-Milers swimming.
Join me on We will chart our miles
through Labor Day. Sign
www.twitter.com/charissamarconi the chart in the pool area
and log your laps. I learned
to swim for fitness about three
years ago. Melissa Shaner taught
me how to be more efficient with my breathing and helped
me coordinate strokes to breath. I compete in triathlons now
and it has been such a great recovery tool for my body after
long runs. It is a great exercise to go to if you are injured
and/or have knee/hip/back issues.
The morning group meets for a breakfast every first
Give Back/Get Fit! Friday of the month at 7:15 AM. They preorder in the
Give back to the community by taking part in one of these Fitness Center before their workout and their breakfast
events around the area: is served promptly at 7:15 AM. The group honors “big”
birthdays every year. This year, Happy “BIG” Birthday to
• July 15: Rose 5k Run in St. Petersburg, Michigan; Dr. Bill Davis, Dennis Johnson, Bob Lucas and Peter Poll.
proceeds go to Metastic Breast Cancer research at
The University of Michigan Comprehensive Cancer
Care Center.
• August 5: Sylvania Triathlon/Duathlon; proceeds High-Milers Running and Biking
go to the Olander Park System and the Great Lakes Sign your name on the chart in the Fitness Center and join us
Collaborative for Autism. as we log miles until Labor Day.
• September 2: Boy Scout Half Marathon; proceeds
benefit the Brown Bag Project (a non-profit in Wood
County that provides three to four days worth of food Pina Colada Protein Shake
and toiletries to families in urgent need) and Erie Shores ½ cup of fresh pineapple chunks
Council, Boy Scouts of America. Half of a banana
• September 25: Komen 5k Race for the Cure. One scoop vanilla protein powder
Unsweetened coconut shreds
Please contact the Fitness Center with any questions.
Blend with ice and serve!
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