January 2014
A Black Tie New Year!
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In This Issue
Happy New Year……….……..1
Scotch Dinner Success...…...…1
Featured Events/Specials….....2
Book Club Returns.……..…….3
Calendar……………...………..4
Clubs Within a Club…………..5
How To: Member Central..…..6
Staff Contact Info...…..……….6
President’s Address…..……….7
Reciprocal Spotlight…………..7
Welcome New Members....…..7
The University and Whist Club would like to wish all of its members a
Happy New Year! We kicked 2014 off with a Black Tie Chef’s Table Gala;
hosting 32 diners for an evening of 12 exquisitely prepared courses, each
paired with a rare or limited quantity wine. Executive Chef, Robert Lhulier,
and his staff worked tirelessly to bring a one of kind experience to all those in
attendance.
If you missed out on the New Year’s Eve event, do not worry! The Chef’s
Table series runs once a month at the UWC, and we are already taking
reservations for the rest of 2014! The regularly scheduled events offer eight
courses with wine and cost $150 per person, inclusive of gratuity.
Board of Governors
President
Douglas Hershman
President Elect
Edward Clemens
Second Vice President
Joseph Gallo
Immediate Past President
Fred Quercetti
Treasurer
Edmund S. Lynch
Secretary
F. Edmund Lynch
Governors
Dr. Peter Bailey
Richard Conway
Brian Frederick
Hughlett Kirby
Norman Oliver
Judge Daniel Maisano
Andrew Rosen
Ms. Michele Schiavoni
Samuel Waltz
Buddy West
Anna Wood
Robert Burns Scotch Dinner; January 25
The University and Whist Club Scotch Society will host its next scotch
dinner on Saturday, January 25th. The Robert Burns Scotch Dinner is an
annual event that is scheduled to honor the birthday of Scottish poet, Robert
Burns.
The evening will feature a multi course meal designed around the featured
scotches. The selected scotches are from the Isle of Arran
distillery, home of the Robert Burns Single Malt.
Attendees are encouraged to come in Highland Dress, the traditional
Scottish garb; if that is not for you, jackets are required, ties optional.
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See “Save The Date” page 3
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January 2014
Malt of the Month
Talisker 10
Upcoming Events
Spirit of the Month
February 2014
Wild Turkey Rare Breed
Feb 5…………...……..Book Club
Feb 14…..…...Valentine’s Dinner
Feb 15…...…Italian Wine Dinner
Feb 19…….…….Annual Meeting
Feb 20….….…..…….Cigar Event
Feb 21…….....……..Chef’s Table
Feb 25………..Networking Mixer
Feb 27…….…....Wine University
Cordial of the Month
Cardenal Mendoza Brandy
Cocktail of the Month
“Brandy Alexander”
Cardenal Mendoza Brandy,
Crème De Cocoa, and Light
Cream
Wines of the Month
Sella & Mosca La Cala
Vermentino, Sardinia, 2011
Planeta “La Segreta” Rosso
Sicilia IGT, Sicily, 2011
March 2014
Mar 5………….Book Club Event
Mar 14…..St Patrick’s Day Party
Mar 20………….….Chef’s Table
Mar 22…Bordeaux Wine Dinner
Mar 25……....Networking Mixer
Ladies Night!
Wednesday, January 22
5:30 to 7:30
NO COVER CHARGE!
$5 Skinny Cocktails
Complimentary Lite Hors D’oeuvres
Featuring the Smirnoff Sorbet Lite Vodkas
RSVP: (302) 658-5125
Italian Wine
Saturday, February 15 |
Join the Wine Committee for this always
popular annual event! Dine over 6 courses
each paired with a carefully selected Italian
Wine. Cost for this event is $130 per person,
inclusive of gratuity. A special rate is offered
for those who wish to skip the wine.
For Reservations: (302) 658-5168 x100 or go
online to www.universityandwhistclub.com
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Save The Date, Robert Burns Scotch Dinner
Pictured to the left you will see
members and guests in kilts for the
previous event, the St. Andrew’s Scotch
Dinner. We fully expect to see a greater
number of kilts at the Robert Burns!
Cost for this dinner will be $90 per
person, inclusive of gratuity. If you would
like to attend the dinner, but pass on the
scotch, there is a non drinker rate of $75
available. If you would like to take
advantage of this, please note it with your
reservation.
Photo: “Men in Kilts” at the St. Andrew’s Dinner
Authors Speak, Book Club Series Returns February 5
Following three great dinner events, the Authors Speak Book Club series took a holiday hiatus. The group is
excited to get started again on Wednesday, February 5th at 6pm, as they hear from author Michael Stafford on
his book An Upward Calling.
For those unfamiliar with the series, the Book Club has been hosting local authors once a month to discuss
their work and get to know the author themselves. The night begins with a presentation by the author, which is
then followed by a group dinner and further discussion with the author.
If you are a book lover and have yet to attend one of these events,
you will not want to miss another! February’s book, An Upward Calling:
Politics for the Common Good, is a call-to-action for a new politics based
on solidarity, civic virtue, and the common good. Stafford offers a fresh
take on issues like immigration reform, environmental stewardship,
income inequality and our public disclosure. Praise for Stafford’s book
include:
“Michael’s is a voice that needs to be heard in American politics, a
voice that respectfully and soundly calls for common sense, decency, and real
plans of action for our society. This is a must read for anyone who is interested
in becoming a more engaged member of society.” - Ken Grant, former
Communications Director of the Delaware Republican Party
Reservations are now being taken for the February Book Club event. You
may register by going online or by calling the Club at (302) 658-5125. The book
may be purchased online through Amazon, through your e-readers, or by
placing an order with the Club.
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January 2014
Building Community; Clubs Within a Club
The Membership Committee has been working hard to provide more options to its members. The
latest program to launch is the Clubs within A Club; wherein members are welcome to create and/or
join a variety of interest groups to meet both inside and outside of the Club.
The University and Whist Club has a number of small groups and Clubs that are already
successfully meeting and welcoming new members:
Founded by Bridget Erhard
The Book Club runs a series entitled “Authors
Speak”, which brings in a local author just about
once a month, for a presentation and
dinner with discussion. The meetings are
generally scheduled on the first Wednesday of the
month and copies of the month’s book are
available in the Club offices. If you are
interested in joining the distribution list, please
contact Kelly at (302) 658-5168 ext. 100.
Bourbon Society, Founded by Sam Waltz
Founded by
Joe Gallo
The Cigar Club holds meetings monthly on a rotating schedule. Members will enjoy selected
cigar and spirits pairings at meetings, enjoy road
trips, and host three to four events in a
calendar year. Events include raffles, cigars with
paired spirits, and hors d’oeuvres. Members pay
a yearly fee of $30, and receive discounts on cigar
purchases and events. If you are interested in
joining, request a sign up form from a Club staff
member.
Friday
Book
Club,
The Bourbon Society is the latest creation to
come of the Spirits Committee. Committee
Member, Sam Waltz, launched the society
earlier this year. The society holds tasting and
educational events. A yearly dues of $25 is
charged, and members will have a personalized
rocks glass kept at the Members Bar. Members
also receive discounts on Bourbon sales and
events. Contact the Club for a sign-up form.
Club, Founded by
Lex Petrillo
The Friday Club is a long standing group at the
University and Whist Club. Poker players unite!
Join fellow members every Friday at lunch time
in the Pub for poker playing and optional cigar
smoking. The group also meets one Tuesday a
month for dinner and poker play. They are
actively seeking new members. If you are
interested in joining please call the Club at
(302) 658-5168.
Cigar
Club,
Scotch
Society, Founded by John Fannin Women of Whist, Chaired by Sandi Waltz
The Scotch Society also stems from the Spirits
Committee. The society has hosted numerous
tasting and educational events. They pay a
yearly dues of $25 and members receive a
personalized rocks glass at the Members Bar.
Members will receive discounts on Scotch
purchases and events. If interested in joining,
contact a Club staff member for a sign up sheet.
A group of female members looking to create bonds
and discuss issues and ideas important to them and
their place in the Club. Contact the Club to join the
distribution list.
If you are interested in creating a new interest
Club, please reach out to Kelly;
[email protected] or
(302) 658-5168.
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January 2014
December Secret Discount Winners!
How To...
Free Bottle of Wine: Mr. Forrest, Mr. Ralston, Mr. Glassman,
Make a n
Mrs. Weaver, Mr. Josephson,
Mr. Protokowicz, and Mr. Gallo.
Free
There are frequent events held
at the University and Whist Club
and it can be hard to keep up to
date! As a member you have access
to an online calendar through the
website, where you can view the
upcoming events and make a
reservation!
1. Log on to Member Central
from the main website.
2. Select the Club Calendar to
view the scheduled events. By
selecting a specific event, you
may view further details on it,
and click the “register” button.
3. From here you may enter your
name and the number of guests
you will have.
If you have never logged onto
the website, you may need help
getting registered; not a problem!
Please call Kelly Caloway, your
Membership and Marketing
Coordinator, to get squared away.
Once registered you will see
there are many more advantages to
using the website; viewing and
paying your statements and our
professional directory!
Appetizer:
Mr.
Mr.
Donohue,
Petrillo,
Mr.
Mr.
Beckler,
Rowland,
and
Dr. Meckelnberg.
20% off of their bill: Mrs. Kvalnes, Mrs. Michel, and Mr. Burns
15% off of their bills: Mr. Gouge, Mr. Ralston, Mr. Hagen,
Miss Ford, Rev. Herrington, and Mr. Knotts.
10% off of their bills: Mr. Tobar, Mr. Washington, Judge Balick,
Ms. Wellborn, Mr. Mumma, Mrs. Gakenheimer, Mr. Weldin, and
Mrs. Valentino.
December was the last month to redeem your secret discounts. We
have sadly seen another year pass without the redemption of a
Grand Prize! Were you holding on to it?!
Executive Management Information
General Manager
Jason Smith
[email protected]
302-658-5168 x 101
Catering Sales Manager
Margaret Reilly
[email protected]
302-658-5168 x 103
Executive Chef
Robert Lhulier
[email protected]
302-658-5168 x 110
Accounting Manager
Kim Williams
[email protected]
302-658-5168 x 106
ClubHouse Manager
Cathy Smith
[email protected]
302-658-5168 x 102
Member Billing
Jenn Szper
[email protected]
302-658-5168 x 105
Membership & Marketing
Kelly Caloway
[email protected]
302-658-5168 x 100
AM Dining Room Manager
Gloria Fountain
302-658-5125
Dining & Beverage Manager
Alex Smith
[email protected]
302-658-5168 x 108
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Dining Room Reservations
During Business Hours, 302-658-5125
After Hours, 302-658-5168 x 105
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January 2014
A Letter from the President
To My Fellow Members,
Welcome to the frigid cold of winter. Our Club fireplaces are working really
well so come on out and enjoy the warmth that they provide, along with the
warmth that every member receives when they enter the building. With the
new year upon us, we will be working even harder to make the Club your favorite place to go, for fine food, fine wine and spirits and good company. You
will be hearing a lot from us over the next 12 months and we hope that you will
take the time to participate in all that will be going on. Try a new club within a
club, meet new people, try new drinks. Enjoy the Club for business or pleasure,
either or both is fine with us. This is your club and we want to give you the experience that you are seeking every day. Just let us know and we will do whatDouglas Hershman
ever we can to surpass your expectations. As a precursor to our annual meeting,
you will learn that our primary goal for this year is to drive new membership at the Club. I have challenged
each Board member to bring in 2 new members this year. I would ask you each to seek out a new member
from among your group of friends, colleagues and/or acquaintances. Let them know the great things that
are taking place at the Club and urge them to become a part of the growth and prosperity of our Club.
There is no better time to join and get involved. Thanks as always.
Doug
Share Your Thoughts!
Reciprocal Spotlight: The Cosmos Club
The Cosmos Club is a private social club located in
Washington, D. C. Many of our members visit the Cosmos
regularly, and the responses are always great!
We are looking to gauge interest levels for
possible 2014 Clubs and Events.
The Club offers both dining and overnight stays to visiting
reciprocal members. It also has two convenient parking lots for
those traveling by car, and located just a block and a half from
the nearest Metro Stop.
b) Shooting Club
Dress Code for the Cosmos Club requires coat and tie for
men, and comparable formality for women at all times.
Please Respond to Kelly with your interest in
any of the above activities. If you have any
ideas not listed, please share those as well!
a) A Private Cruise on the Kalmar Nyckel
c) Motorcycle Club
d) Downton Abbey Exhibition Visit at
Winterthur
You may find more info
on the Cosmos Club at
www.cosmosclub.org.
If you plan to visit this, or
any of our reciprocal
Clubs, please call us at
(302) 658-5125 to get a
Letter of Introduction
prepared for you.
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Welcome New Members!
Dr. Vivek Reddy
Miss Stephanie Rinschler
Mr. Leo Rota
Dr. Stephanie Traynor
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