From: jennifer.mangini@ourclub.com
To: tlokey@enron.com
Date: 2002-03-20 18:24:57+00:00
Subject: The Downtown Club - March 18

The Downtown Club E-News Note...bringing you the latest news and event
information from your Club.

To those of you who received multiple e-mails last week, I am truly sorry.
Our listserve was having some serious issues which have now been resolved.
For those who have requested that their addresses be removed from our list;
because the server was down last week it has taken a few days longer to
register any changes.  These changes will be made before the next e-mail.
Thank you for your patience.   -Jennifer

For those who are new to the list, this is an e-mail update sent every week
to give you the highlights of Club happenings as well as to give you a
positive boost for the week!

DTC at Plaza Security
The security procedures for guests and tenants will cease as of this week.
The roping will remain at both entrances to encourage everyone to walk by
an HPD officer, but no ID will be required.  The exception will be at the
loading dock.  If you are entering the building at the dock, with or
without cargo, you will be asked for your driver's license.

This Week:
Guest Chef Dinner - Friday, March 22nd
Hors D'ouevres - 6:30 p.m., Dinner - 7:30 p.m.
ClubCorp has a wealth of the world's finest chefs to satisfy the
sophisticated palates of our Members.  Come to The Downtown Club at Plaza
to meet the best of the best:
Chef Doug George from DTC at Plaza graduated first in his class from The
Culinary Institiute of America in Hyde Park, New York.  He has earned
several awards and continually sets the standards for menu concepts and
food artistry.
Chef Russell Knott from DTC at Houston Center has shared his passion for
cooking with such establishments as Brennan's, Commander's Palace, and Mr.
B's Bistro.  He has even interned with some of Europe's finest in Paris,
Berlin and Lucern.
Chef Jon Hebert from Houston City Club was born in New Orleans where he had
his first taste of good food.  He first lessons were learned from his Cajun
grandmother who taught him the joy of creation with a touch of the past.
Chef Kraig Thome from University Club serves on the National Culinary Team
as well as the Regional Food and Beverage Committee for ClubCorp.  In
addition, he has been twice honored as ClubCorp's "Chef of the Year."
Menu:
1. Lemongrass Seared Queets River Sturgeon with Ginger Watercress Emulsion,
Cardamom Red Pepper Oil and Hydroponic Mache Salad ? Chef Kraig Thome
(Silverado Carneros Chardonnay)
2. Plantain Crusted Jumbo Shrimp with Chipotle Pepper Demi Glace ? Chef
Russell Knott (Willamette Valley Pinot Noir)
3. Tetake Beef Tenderloin with Roasted Corn Relish, Fried Oyster and Fennel
Salsa with Cabernet Buerre Blanc ? Chef Jon Hebert (Beringer Alluvium Red)
4. Chocolate Cube with Red Beet Devils Food, Tia Maria Ganache, Caramel
Macadamia Nut Mousse and Chocolate Tuile Cookies ? Chef Doug George (Dows
or Warre Late Bottled Vintage Port)
$50.00 ++ per person
Black Tie optional
RSVP with Millie at 713.225.3257

The BIG Event:
Easter Brunch - DTC at Plaza and DTC at Houston Center
Sunday, March 31st, 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
This event is filling up fast, so call now!
This is a wonderful family tradition which includes activities for the
children and a relaxing afternoon for parents and grandparents.  Both
locations will feature a visit from the Easter Bunny and children's Easter
Bunny Mask Making.  Our little guests at The Downtown Club at Plaza will be
decorating Easter Cookies and Easter bags.  At The Houston Center location,
kids will enjoy "hopping" in the moonwalk castle while parents enjoy the
sounds of the piano.
$26.95++ for adults, $12.95++ for children (ages 6-12), free for kids 5 and
under
RSVP with Jennifer at 713.890.8822 for DTC at Houston Center, or
With Millie at 713.225.3257 for DTC at Plaza

Upcoming Events:
For more information on any of the following events, please contact me,
Jennifer, through e-mail or at 713.890.8822.

To become involved with a "Club Within A Club" such as our Extreme Club,
Book Club, Cooking Club, or Wine Club,  there is no need to "join".  They
are called "Clubs" simply to distinguish those Members who have similar
interests.  If you have an idea for a "Club Within A Club," please let me
know so I can connect you with a group that fits your needs.

Chef Russell's Cooking Class - Thursday, March 28, 6:00 p.m.
Surprise!  Several of your friends just called and are coming over to your
house for dinner, but you only have a couple of hours to prepare.  Do you
grab the phone and order a pizza?  No!  Join Chef Russell from DTC at
Houston Center for the quick and dirty basics of throwing a dinner party.
He'll show you what you need to always keep in your freezer, what to buy,
and how to prepare a meal to surprise even your closest friends.  Seating
is limited.
$35.00 ++ per person
RSVP with Jennifer at 713.890.8822

Book Club - Monday, April 8, 5:00 p.m.
Join the book club for a lively discussion of the Book of the Month for
April ? "Of Mice and Men".
RSVP with Millie at 713.225.3257

SCUBA Diving
Members wanting to take a dive into something new are welcome to come
aboard Club SCUBA!  Get certified with Houston SCUBA Academy in just six
lessons for $260.  The first set of classes have already begun, but due to
an overwhelming response, a second set of classes is scheduled for April.
You will also have the opportunity to practice what you've learned on a
trip to Cozumel on June 5 - 9, 2002.  The cost will be $920.  This includes
air fare, 4 nights in Fiesta Americana, 4 boat dives, unlimited shore
diving, transfers to and from the airport and a Houston SCUBA Academy
instructor/trip leader.
For more information or to reserve, contact Jennifer at 713.890.8822

Save the Date:

Titanic Dinner - Thursday, April 18
Cocktails - 7:30 p.m., Dinner - 8:00 p.m.
On April 14th, 1912, a dinner was held for Captain Smith and his invited
guests.  Enjoy the multi-course dinner selections and comparable wine
selections that they enjoyed on their last night on the Titanic.  Guests
are encouraged to wear period costumes for this very special dinner.
Titanic Captain seating, tables of eight.  Seating is limited.
$100 per person inclusive
RSVP with Millie at 713.225.3257

Administrative Professionals Week - April 21-27
Remember: Wednesday, April 24th is Administrative Professionals Day.  Lunch
at any of our three locations throughout the week is a perfect way to say
thanks.  Each location will present your administrative professional with a
special gift as a fond farewell.  Reservations are a must, so schedule
early.

The Leaders Legacy Series - April 25
Over the last several months, ClubCorp has been busy securing speakers who
will share their leadership insights and personal stories with our Members
in a national videoconference series.  This "Leadership Legacy Series" will
begin with our first featured speaker, Ken Blanchard, on Thursday, April,
25, 2002 at 7:15 a.m.  More details will be available in the coming weeks,
so keep an eye out.

Private Event News:
The Downtown Club Members reserving a VideoConference session at the
current price, from February 1, 2002 through June 30, 2002 will receive
"free" dues for that month (up to $150.00) as a credit towards their
VideoConference call. Contact Tracy at 713.654.0877 or Courtney or Robin at
713.225.3257 for more details.

Committees Forming:
We are getting a great response from Members who are interested in adding
more to their Membership.  If you are looking for a way to become a leader
of The Downtown Club, call Jennifer at 713.890.8822.  Committees are
forming such as a Social Committee, a Women's Forum, and a Singles Group.
Organizational meetings will be scheduled for May.

Greetings from your Member Relations Director
I hope everyone had as great a weekend as I did.  My dad was visiting from
Oklahoma, so I got to do many of the tourist things that I haven't gotten
around to doing since my move here last August.  Because my dad was a
military man, he always enjoys visiting the local memorials and museums.
It's always a treat having my own personal guide, and not many people have
such extensive knowledge of airplanes, ships, history and of course,
personal stories.  We toured the Flight Museum in Galveston, The USS Texas
in LaPorte and then, as the grand finale, we saw "We Were Soldiers".  If
you haven't seen this movie yet, you must go.  It was incredible.

Have a wonderful week!

See you at the Club,
Jennifer K. Mangini
Member Relations Director
The Downtown Club
713.890.8822
713.654.1729 fax
jennifer.mangini@ourclub.com


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