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.





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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)