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Letter from the ManagerIn the multitude of ways that we communicate with our cell phones, PDAs and laptops, the Club has now installed wireless local area network (commonly referred to as WiFi) for your use while here at the Club. The network should be up and working by the end of June and we will publish the password as soon as it is made available to us. The Board and House Committee have discussed and approved some parameters around the usage of laptops at our Club. The rules will be:

Computer, Laptop and PDA Usage at the ClubLaptops, i-pads, and all similar devices should not be used (a) in any dining area during posted dining hours or as may be determined by the manager on duty at the Club; or (b) around the pool if your child is under the age of 10 and in the pool area or swimming.

No cameras, videos or still photographs, whether by way of telephones, computers, or otherwise, may be used in the locker rooms or restrooms. Camera usage, whether by way of cell phones, WiFi, or other devices, still or videos, that may constitute an invasion of any other member’s privacy, should be restricted.

There is no better time to join The Briar Club than today. It’s summer, there is no waitlist and all of our amenities are first rate. Thank you to all members who have referred their friends, relations and business associates. Since I have first contacted you regarding this year’s membership initiative, we have taken in more than 30 new members. Our drive towards full membership in the Club allows us to provide the wide ranging family programming The Briar Club has become known for. Thank you for your referrals and your enthusiasm for the Club.

Growing Value in Your Briar Club Experience As we are experiencing these challenging economic times, we are all taking a second look at how we spend our discretionary dollars. Value is a key commodity in all aspects of our discretionary spending. It is interesting to look at and analyze the dollars members spend at our Club. What is totally discretionary to some in one area of the Club is considered very necessary by others. The Briar Club is unique in the way members’ activities are woven into their daily experience. Lap pool swimming, a fitness workout, tennis agility drills or children’s swim lessons all seem so necessary to the many who frequent the Club. Our mission statement dictates that your experiences in all the aforementioned be at the highest level. If this is not the case I hope you will communicate your experiences to me. The Club also works hard at assuring your food and beverage experiences are of high quality and high value also. As we are fine tuning the arrangements for this summer’s pool parties and holiday celebrations, I want to heighten their value to you by allowing them to count towards your food and beverage minimum. We are taking a second look at their pricing and configuration so that most of your dollars will apply towards this necessary minimum. The spending designation for each event will be listed accordingly; watch for the flyers.

Human Resources/Employee Orientation/Professional Association EducationI have published this paragraph before, but would like to spend a few lines communicating to you the significant effort going on behind the scenes that bring our Club the fine employees we have. Management has spent considerable time, effort and resources to elevate and weave our Human Resource Department into the fabric of every area of our Club. Our buildings, tennis courts and pools are what membership walk around in and play on, but a club is made up of people and it is the people who serve membership that are the real “bricks and mortar” of the Club. Over the six years I have been at your service here at The Briar Club, we have developed programs and procedures that make being a member fun and easy. These sound principals are relevant for our employees to be empowered to serve and successful in creating happiness for others. All new employees begin their experience with us in an orientation program where not only do’s and don’ts are discussed, but club culture, service expectations and our mission statement are reviewed and understood. As they continue their employment, continuous education is offered and best practices reviewed. Our management and supervisor level team are coached on coaching and providing support and giving feedback, recognizing and rewarding positive behavior. All of our supervisors are armed with wallet size “Thank you” coupons worth five dollars and are commissioned

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Letter from the PresidentSummer at The Briar Club is fully underway! This is the time of year when children are out of school and utilizing all aspects of our facilities. Our strong swim team called the Briar Barracudas is winding up their season at the end of June. Fitness-wise, we successfully launched the Youth Fit Club (YFC) where the first 12-15 year old to reach black belt status receives the new Apple I-Pad! The kid’s racquets are swinging from 3 years old to over 10 years old and our tennis clinics are well subscribed. We have listened to our member’s needs by staffing the Kid’s Club to accommodate our little ones during the population increase that occurs during a swim meet. We have also listened to the feedback from parents and added healthy items like lettuce wraps, chicken skewers, shrimp salad, and edamame to our snack bar menu. The Summer Blast! Camp will start July 5 and run until

August 13. You can sign your 5-12 year old up weekly for $185 or daily at $40 from 9 am to 1 pm Monday through Friday. Lunch is included……..As you can see, it is a busy and fun place to be for our families!

I wanted to bring your attention to the importance of getting involved in your own club. We have talented members that bring a wealth of backgrounds to our landscape. Have you ever thought about HOW to get more involved with The Briar Club? Why not consider running for a Board of Directors position. Our Nominating Committee is meeting this summer to begin to compile a list of members to be interviewed and placed on the November ballot. Each year three new Directors are voted to serve a 3-year term. You voted to expand the By-Laws in the last ballot to include Past Presidents or Directors on the Nominating Committee. The Nominating Committee will be looking for members who have experience serving on Briar Club committees so they understand the inner workings of our organization. You can express your interest to a Nominating Committee member, a Committee Chair, any Board member or, of course, our General Manager, Richard Lareau. The 2010 Nominating Committee includes:

to recognize their staff performing their work correctly by giving immediate reward with the $5 coupon which can be redeemed at the HR Office for store coupons at Kroger, Wal-Mart, Target, Starbucks and Whataburger. In pursuit of motivating and empowering employees to achieve even higher service levels we implemented our “Create WOW” program. I must report this incentive has been a great success. Your positive, and sometimes not, feedback has brought our service team and membership closer together with a greater focus on service and happiness. Please know that when members complete “WOW” cards or send me “WOW” emails, these reports are placed up on a “WOW” recognition board in the employee lounge. Furthermore, they receive a “WOW” pin to wear on their uniform and the “WOW” has a paper monetary value so as they accumulate, they can purchase an additional vacation day, enjoy Sunday Brunch with their family at the Club or purchase merchandise from the Briar Shop. Thank you to all the many members who have participated in this initiative.

Again, thank you for your comments and feedback.

At Your Service,

Richard A. Lareau, CCMGeneral Manager/COO

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Craig Bunk, [email protected] Frasier, [email protected] Grace, [email protected] Grubb, [email protected] Hill, [email protected]

John Johnston, [email protected] Taylor, [email protected] Leonard Wilson, [email protected] Worscheh, [email protected]

Best Regards,Carolyn Cordill

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Clockwise from left: Ann Schultz's 75th birthday dinner with Richard Schultz and Jo Cook; James Castle third birthday, May 2010; Lilly Black's first birthday, March 2010; Olivia Grace Kenna first communion, May 2010.

The BRiAR CLuBCelebrating the Times of Your Life at

Above: Gregory Mandel, Chloe Laborde, Alexa Leggett and Diane Laborde

Left: Instructor Gina De Pamphilis with Alexa Leggett and Asher Mandel

Bottom: Vanessa Leggett and Alexa, Gina De Phamphilis and Cade, Gregory Mandel and Asher, (behind) Diane Laborde and Chloe

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Chef’s CornerMy friends and family equate the beginning of summer to kids getting out of school, vacations and relaxation. I know summer has arrived when my sales of chicken fingers and french fries has escalated. If you told me sixteen years ago that I would lead a team of culinarians to prepare chicken fingers because it is what the clientele demands, I would probably have quit right then and there. It is difficult for a chef to accept that serving chicken fingers does not

dictate your self-worth or abilities. Chefs are very passionate and prideful, but the successful ones humble themselves and realize that they do not dictate what is on the menu, it is the clientele they serve. The irony in all this is that at the end of the day, there is not a single chef who would turn down a perfectly cooked chicken finger with a side of homemade buttermilk ranch. Without the chicken fingers, french fries, and macaroni and cheese, we would not be able to serve and create all the other foods out there. My team and I have embraced the beloved chicken finger and realize it is not just a piece of fried chicken; it is what keeps the Briar Club family alive and buzzing.

Happy Eating,

Chef Lance

The Briar Club is, once again, in the midst of another beautiful summer. As of this writing, the temperatures are still quite mild and far below the intense heat we experienced in 2009. That said, our dining venues, especially the outdoor Grille Patio and the Snack Bar areas are seeing a nice bump in activity.

One of our goals is to provide services for our members as attentively as possible. To this end, we have completed the long awaited training manual and accompanying training system that I last wrote about in this column. In the A’la Carte dining venues we have recently hired several fresh new faces that have been amongst the first to experience the new training system; I believe you will find the

results a fine fit for the club. Please note that we’ve already experienced a couple of applicants whose hearts were not into doing what we feel is necessary to best care for our members; they have since chosen to move on.

You can recognize our newest employees by the “Trainee” name tag they will be wearing. After completing an intense 5 day orientation and training regiment, along with some practical “on-the-floor” time, and then, ultimately passing a broad skills and knowledge test; they will earn their true “name” tag. I’m sure any such employee would enjoy engaging in an icebreaking chat with any member who recognizes their “rookie” status.

As always, we are most interested in your feedback. As a matter of fact, our new training system is a direct result of your comment card submissions. I encourage you to continue filling out the comment card that accompanies your dining check. I review these daily so as to keep abreast of member observations and experiences as well as to address any specific member issue. Additionally, I pass the cards along to the Chef and subsequently to the General Manager; we then tend to any “areas of opportunity” with follow-up action and communication back to the author. Then the cards are presented to the Food & Beverage Committee for their enlightenment and finally to the Board of Directors so we all know what the membership is experiencing at the club. We pay particular attention to recurring trends.

I look forward to seeing you this summer as you enjoy your beautiful club.

Vincent Baker, CCM

Clubhouse Manager

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Thursday, August 26th

5:30 pm – 9:00 pm

Enjoy a Roasted Two Pound Maine Lobster, Jumbo Lump Crab, Sherry Cream, Sautéed

Asparagus, and Drawn ButterMarket Price

RSVP: 713-622-3667

By Friday, August 20th

When making reservations, indicate how many are having lobster.

48 hour Cancellation Policy is in effect.

Lobster Night

Ladies Luncheon & Fashion Show

Tuesday, September 21st 2010

Come see the latest styles in Houston!

Reception 11:00 am

Guests Welcome

Watch for Details

RSVP 713-622-3667

A Day of Wine and Roses

Save the Date!

Saturday, September 18th

6:30 – 10:00 pmMeet The Briar Club Culinary Management Team of five and

experience each one’s personal specialty served from their

own action station. All dishes will be paired

with a wine chosen to compliment.

$75++/person

RSVP: 713-622-3667 or

Reservations@thebriarclub.

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(Don’t Forget Grandfathers & Granddaughers!)

Friday, October 1, 20106:30 – 9:00 pm

Guests WelcomeLimbo Contest and Other Fun Games!

Professional PhotographerBuffet Dinner

Beverage StationDessert Station

Recommended Ages 6-12 $20++/person

RSVP 713-622-3667 or [email protected]

Girls!Come dressed as your favorite pop, rock, country or princess star!

Father/Daughter Dance

Friday Night Live!July 30th and August 20th Complimentary hors d’oeuvres and

½ priced drinks

5:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Live Music Poolside

6:30 – 9:30 pm

July 30th – Jack Saunders

August 20th – Silver Shoes

Outdoor CookoutRaft Races, Games, Moonwalk

Face Painter and Balloon Artist!

Adults $15++Kids (4-12) $8++3 & Under $1++

Family Pool Closed to Non-participants

Adult Ala Carte Dining Available in the Lounge Only

Moonlight Madness5:30 pm–10:00 pm

Friday, July 23rd &

Friday, August 27th

Eric & Carrie Feighl

Matthew Wasserman & Christa Olsen

Greg & Dudley Chitty

Walter & Jolene Cook

Jonas & Andrea Georgsson

Gary & Catherine Brock

Jeremy & Natalie Smith

Mary Wyatt

Amy Baird & Lonny Edwards

James Fallon & Seanna Harrington

Dean & Paula Patry

Harrison Williams

Jason & Jennifer Gordon

Robert & Amanda Brock

Stephen & Linda Oxley

Marty & Katherine Thompson

Mark Miller & Jennifer Beato-Miller

Stephen & Sue Martin

Andrew & Kirsten Kienstra

Gene Crain

Eric & Leslie Wade

Douglas Stewart & Kara Bryla

Christian Bossley

Thomas Chris Trent & Sherry Bankhead

Henry & Mary Jones

Brig & Marcia Smart

Jay Schachner & Eileen Glaser

Stephan & Cindy Kinsella

Scott & Sharon Soler

Matthew & Helena Sabisky

Brice & Dianne Peterson

Eric & Maribelle Nelson

Cristina & Alexander Aalders

Charles & Katherine Gray

John & Alayne Kane

Mauricio Escobar & Candice Ghan

Chick & Kristi Chickering

Brian & Madeline Spector

James & Misty Roeder

Clint & Michele Carlin

Douglas & Mary Nell Suell

Dax & Kara Sanders

Douglas & Paige Pecore

Michael & Virginia DeGeurin

Michael & Kathryn Swail

Christopher & Kate Hutson

Brian & Kim Haufrect

Christopher & Carolyn Dorros

Joseph & Katherine Horrigan

Collin Kennedy & Bettie Cartwright

David & Kim Lindsey

Charles & Leslie Manner

David & Maureen Holt

David & Courtney Powell

Scott & Jennifer Saltsman

Bryan & Victoria Benoit

Logan & Katherine Walters

Al & Ashley Pratka

Welcome New Briar Club Members!

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The Briar Club SinglesMix and Mingle

Come join Charles and Crew in the Lounge the 2nd

Tuesday of each month

5:00 pm to 7:00 pm.July 13th

August 10th

September 14thLet’s create a club within The

Club for our fun-loving singles!

Labor DayCookout

Monday, September 6th

Pool Open at 10:00

Our Signature Hamburgers, Grilled Salmon, ½ Chicken, Salads, Fruit,

Vegetables & Desserts

Lunch Buffet

11:00 – 4:00

Specialty item - Chopped Beef Sandwiches & Smoked Sausage

Adults $13++

Kids (4-12) $8++ 3 & Under $1++

Dinner Buffet

4:00 – 8:00

Specialty Item – Suckling Pig

Adults $15++

Kids (4-12) $8++ 3 & Under $1++

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Get in the ZONe.(The sweat zone that is!)

Are you staying around the club this summer and want an intense workout to burn off those summer margaritas?

Join us in the ZONE (the sports court)

for a fat-blasting, core-strengthening, booty-shaping work-out!

Tuesdays and Thursdays beginning July 6th!

9:45-10:30 am

$85 for 4 weeks! (what a steal!)

FOOTBALL SKILLS

PROGRAMBuild your child’s endurance, strength,

and agility for the upcoming football season!August 9th – August 13th

8:30 am to 10:00 am on the Sports Court

Grades 3rd through 8th

$85.00 per child(Non-members must attend with a

member)

2010 Session Dates

July 5th - July 9th

July 12th - July 16th

July 19th - July 23rd

July 26th - July 30th

Aug. 2nd - Aug. 6th

Aug. 9th - Aug. 13th

Members Cost: Non-members cost: $185/week $235/week $40/day $45/day

Dodge ball, pool games, sports, race relays, cooking class, and

much more…Lunch Included!

Ages 5-12Monday - Friday

9:00-1:00pm

Registration begins March 15th!

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Tell them about the Briar Club

Y.F.C. Get your 12 to 15 year-old on the

path to wellness with challenging levels and fun prizes!

For more information, or to sign-up for a youth certification in the fitness center,

please call 713-552-2145 or e-mail [email protected].

Join us onWednesday, September 15th

from 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm

Does This Look Familiar?

Ballet instructor Dawn Scannell performing with the Houston Ballet in a

production of Swan Lake.

Learn how to dance with Stilettos in the Mind/Body Studio!

$10.00 per person, Ages 18 & Up.(Non-members are welcome to

attend with a member)After your workout enjoy cocktails in the

Lounge at Wednesday Rendezvous!RSVP to: [email protected]

Let's Get Down and Dirty!

9:00 am to 12:00 pm

$215 week Members/ $250 week non-members

August 9th-13th

(Ages 7-12 years)

August 23rd-27th

(Ages 4-6 years)

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Beginning September 13th

$125.00 per person

Let’s get a huGe group together and make this session an

even greater success!

713-552-2146 or [email protected]

6 Weeks To A Slimmer You!6 Weeks To A Slimmer You!

One day, 5 classes,

lots of sweaty peopleTry out Zumba, spin, group training, and

more for one low price!

September 14th 9:30 am-12:00 pm

(Great way to kick off the Biggest Loser!!)

$50.00 per personrsvp to [email protected]

(10 person min.)

Join us for our 1st Annual Are you sticking around this summer?

We want to get out of the Briar Club and go on an adventure!

Ages 8 & up Ever wanted to try skulling, mountain biking, or a challenging ropes course but needed a little push? Ask your friends and family and we’ll get it organized!

E-mail [email protected] to let us know you are interested or for more information!

Age limit and cost will be dependent on activity.

These activities will be off-premises.

Movie

Night

July – August 2010Monday – 8 am – 2 pm (Available by Reservation Only)

*Reservations must be made before 6pm Sunday.Tuesday – Thursday 8 am – 9 pmFriday – Saturday 8 am – 10 pm

Sunday (9 am- 6 pm)

September 2010Monday – 8 am – 2 pm (Available by Reservation Only)

*Reservations must be made before 6pm Sunday.Tuesday – Thursday 8 am – 9 pmFriday – Saturday 8 am – 10 pm

Sunday Available by Reservation Only (9 am- 6 pm) *Reservations must be made before 6pm Saturday.

*Reservations are strongly recommended during posted Kid's Club hours to insure availability.

Kid's Club Rates1st Child $ 6.00 per hour/

$3.00 per 30 min2nd Child $ 5.00 per hour/

$2.50 per 30 min 3rd Child $ 4.00 per hour/

$2.00 per 30 min

Kid's Club hours of Operation

6:30 pm Sign–In7:00 pm Movie Starts8:45 pm Movie Ends

2010 July 2 (G) July 16 (PG) August 6 (G)

August 13 (PG) Sept. 3 (G) Sept. 24 (PG)• Popcorn Machine with Fun Flavors!• Chicken Tender & Hot Dogs• Lemonade & Punch•Cookie Tray & Ice Cream Sundaes*Parent must sign a permission slip

when a PG movie is shown.

$15 per child. After 8:45 pm pick – up children in The Kids Club. Reservations at [email protected] or call 713 – 622-3667, ext. 2130.

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Cup Cakes with Chef Lance July 15

Fun in the Sun Craft Night July 29

Pajama Night with S'mores August 12

Foam Creation Night August 26

Flying Bug Extravaganza September 9

Monkey around the Kid’s Club September 23

5:30p - 7:30p$10.00 hour per childRegular Kid’s Club Menu Please make reservation to guarantee each child a craft kit.

ThursdayTheme

Night

New!

Club Tag-It

Star Club

Age 3 – 4 Age 5 - 6Tag 1 Level 05 Stars 05 StarsTag 2 Level 10 Stars 10 StarsTag 3 Level 15 Stars 15 StarsTag 4 Level 20 Stars 20 StarsEvery Time your kid comes into The Kids Club and reads for 15 minutes, they get a star on the Tag – It Wall.Every Tag Level they complete, the kids get a certificate. After completing all 4 levels, the child will receive a trophy. A child is welcome to sign in anytime of the day morning or night to earn a star.

New! Free Babysitting for Kid's Birthday

(Ages 1-6)

During the week of their birthday• Special Birthday Cards with coupon

• One gift certificate for free babysitting for that week

• Any day of the week morning or evening

• ½ Price up to 3 playmates for 2 hours

Excludes Movie Nights & Theme Thursdays.

Must make reservation in advance or coupon will not be honored

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Sunday, July 4th

Celebration10 am – 3 pm

Participate in our challenges and contests and win lots of prizes!Contests, Club Loft 360 Prizes, Wall of FameLoft hours during summer:9am to 9pm

Little Ones in the Loft:Everyday June: 9am-11am & 3pm – 4pmJuly & Aug: 9am-10am & 3pm- 4pm

Chicken TendersFrench FriesCookie TrayHot DogsIce Cream SundaesPopcornLemonade

Ages 8 & upFriday, August 13th, 20106:30 pm: Sign-in begins7:00 pm: Movie Starts$15.00 per childPlease call 713-522-2131 [email protected]

*Parent must sign a permission slip when a PG movie is shown*

*Parents must remain on Club campus during Movie Nights*

The LoftBe part of the game!

Survivor NightAt the Briar Club

Friday, September 10th, 2010Ages 7 & up

6:30 – 9:30 pm

Kid’s Club will be closed

CraftsGamesPicturesFun Prizes

Bring your friends, work as a

team, win the challenges, build your camp, and the most

important thing ….have FuN!!!

For details please call 713-552-2130 or email [email protected]

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Challenge Cup

Date: Saturday, September 11Time: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Cost: $ 20 per person (lunch & refreshments not included)

Suggested Levels: 4.5, 4.0, 3.5• Mens & Ladies doubles in the morning• Mixed Doubles in the early afternoon

• All matches will be 8-game pro-sets • Modified scoring

12 Men & 12 Ladies

VS

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Friday, Oct. 86:30 to 9:30 pm

Buffet Dinner, Open Bar, & Calcutta

Meet & Select your Pro

Saturday, Oct. 98:00 am to 6:00 pm

Tennis, favors, awards

Courtside: breakfast smoothies,

mid-morning snacks, lunch,

mid-afternoon snacks, open bar

2010 CLUB DOUBLES

CHAMPIONSHIPSMens & Ladies

DoublesOpen, A, B, CSePT. 24—26

$25 ppSign up in the Shop or call 713.622.7729

or email to: [email protected]

2010 PRO-AM OCT. 8 & 9

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Annual Member – Guest Tennis Event

Men May 1, 2010

Cheers. Guest Lawton Park and Member Tony Padon

Relaxing after play, Guest Jim McAlister and Member howard Cordray A little shopping. Member Lisa

Beich and Guest Rachel Rosson

Congratulations Briar Club Members! You, as our sales team, have contributed to The Briar Club accepting 35 new memberships in April, May and June, the most ever in recallable history. To date this fiscal year, the Club has accepted 51 memberships and has resulted in exceeding our budgeted initiation fee revenue. There have been an overwhelming number of referrals and personal introductions by our members and their friends and families. Some of your fellow members have sponsored two or more members in the last few months.

In order to maintain this fantastic momentum, we will continue with the membership referral program where ANY primary member, regardless of equity status, is encouraged to sponsor a new member. To show our appreciation to you, a $250 Non-Dues Sponsor Thank You Credit will be applied to your account upon the formal acceptance of your prospective member.

We have a beautiful brochure available at the Club pool gate security desk, the main lobby, or on our website, detailing the different membership opportunities available and the amenities of The Briar Club for you to give to your family and friends. Please contact Elizabeth Griffin, Membership Director at (713) 622-3667 ext. 2159; [email protected]; or stop by my desk in the Foyer. I would love to assist you in sharing the uniqueness of The Briar Club with your friends.

Water PoloLearn the fundamentals of Water Polo

and play a game or two!

every Monday 4-5:30pm

Last practice Monday, September 27th!

JulyMonday - ClosedTuesday – Saturday 10-9pmSunday 11-9pm

August 1st – 15th Monday - ClosedTuesday – Saturday 10-9pmSunday 11-9pmUntil August 15th

August 15th – September 5th

Monday - ClosedTuesday – Friday 4-8pmSaturday & Sunday 11-8pm

September 6th

Monday – 10-8pm

September 7th– October 3rd Monday - ClosedTuesday –Thursday 4-7pmFriday 4-8pmSaturday & Sunday 11-8pm

October 4th – 24th Monday –Friday ClosedSaturday & Sunday 11-7pmLast Day the Pool is open Sunday October 24th

Jr. Life Guard Come join your favorite Briar Club Life Guard as they teach the Jr. Life Guard

program! In this program children will learn how to detect/assist distress swimmers, CPR

and 1st Aid skills!Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday

7-14 years olds 1-3pm

$100.00 per weekSession 1

July 13th -15thSession 2

July 27th – 29th

Club Barracudas

For Swimmers between the ages of 5-14 years old who want to continue swimming throughout the year! This allows swimmers

the opportunity to strengthen and improve all their strokes, turns, and starts!

August 3rd – December 16th

Tuesday & Thursday

4-5pm

$15.00 per class or $60.00 per Month

7-14 years old

$25.00 per month

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Employee of the Month

Daniella LlinasJune 2010 Employee of the MonthDaniella Llinas has been working with the Youth Department since May of 2009 and really enjoys working with the kids! She has two older sisters and although she was born in Houston, both of her parents are from Colombia. In her free time she likes to go running and biking with her two dogs. Daniella just finished her first year at the University of Houston, studying to become a Chemical Engineer.

Gina De PamphilisAquatics CoordinatorManager of Merit April –JuneGina De Pamphilis has worked as the Aquatics Coordinator since April 2008 but started teaching at The Briar Club in the summer of 2007 as the Special Needs Swim Team Coach. She has 18 years of aquatics experience in teaching and management. Gina started out as a lifeguard and swim instructor at the Jewish

Community Center and throughout the years moved her way up to Aquatics Program Director. She also taught at Saint Street Swim, was a camp counselor and swim instructor at Camp For All, and was the Assistant Aquatics Director at River Oaks Country Club before coming to The Briar Club. Through all these experiences Gina has enjoyed teaching many people how to swim and how to be safe around their pools! In her spare time she enjoys wine tastings with her husband and making homemade baby food for her 7 month old baby boy, Thomas Cade.

Jordanne HalsallApril 2010 Employee of the MonthThis jamaican-born employee has been with the briar club for two years. She joined the club as a snack bar cook, and has since worked in the grille as a hostess and server, at the front desk as a relief receptionist, and is now assisting with the training of new-hires. Jordanne is working on completing her bachelor’s degree in hospitality management. In her free time, she enjoys bartending and relaxing with friends and family.

Pat EscofferyMay 2010 Employee of the MonthPat joined The Briar Club in march 2009. She is one of the club’s two receptionists and shares the “directress of first impressions” spotlight with Ms. Joni Warren. Pat worked with Continental Airlines prior to joining TBC. Although she has visited other countries, the beaches in her beautiful Jamaica still remain her favorite place to be, and she tries to get “home” at least once per

year. Pat is married and has two sons and a granddaughter. She enjoys gardening, reading and spending time with family and friends in her backyard.

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Wednesday Rendezvous

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Grand Brunch Buffet10:30 am


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Family Buffet & Bingo

5:30-7 pm


in Lounge & Sports Bar 5-7 pm

Family Buffet & Bingo

5:30-7 pm



Kid’s Club Movie

Alice in Wonderland

(G-old version) 6:30 pm

Kid’s Club Movie

Alice in Wonderland

(PG-new version)

6:30 pm

Friday Night Live 5-9:30 pm

Kid’s Club Hours:M

onday: 8 am - 2 pm

(By reservation only

by 6 pm Sunday)

Tues-Thurs: 8 am - 9 pm

Fri-Sat: 8 am - 10 pm

Sunday: 9 am - 6 pm

July Pool HoursM

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Tues-Sat: 10 am - 9 pm

Sunday: 11 am - 9 pm

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the Briar Shop

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July 5th-9

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July 12th-16

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July 19th-23

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July 26th-30

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9 am - 1 pm

Singles Mix & M

ingle in the Lounge

5-7 pm

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MONDAY

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

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Family Pool Open

11 am-9 pm


- 2:00 pmSunday Night Cookout

5-8 pm

2

Family Pool Open

4 am-8 pm

Friday Night Live

5-9:30 pm

2930

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Family Pool Open

10 am-9 pm

Youth Movie (8 & Up)

The Spy Next Door (PG)Astro Boy (PG) (7 & Under)

6:30-8:45 pm

Family Pool Open

11 am-9 pm



5-8 pm

Family Pool Open

11 am-8 pm



5-8 pm

Family Pool Closed

Family Pool Closed

Family Pool Closed

Family Pool Closed

Family Pool Closed

Family Pool Open

4 am-8 pm

Family Pool Open

4 am-8 pm

Family Pool Open

4 am-8 pm

Family Pool Open

10 am-9 pm

Family Pool Open

10 am-9 pm



Family Pool Open

10 am-9 pm



Family Pool Open

4 am-8 pm



Family Pool Open

4 am-8 pm



Family Pool Open

10 am-9 pm

Family Pool Open

10 am-9 pm

Kid’s Club Night Pajam

a Night with

S’Mores

5:30-7:30 pm

Family Pool Open

4 am-8 pm

Family Pool Open

4 am-8 pm

Lobster Night 5:30-9 pm

Kid’s Club Night Foam

Creations

Family Pool Open

10 am-9 pm

Kid’s Club Movie

Toy Story (G)

Family Pool Open

4 am-8 pm

M

oonlight Madness

5-10 pm

Family Pool Open

10 am-9 pm

Family Pool Open

10 am-9 pm

Family Pool Open

11 am-8 pm

Fam

ily Night Buffet & Bingo

5:30 & 7 pm

Family Pool Open

11 am-8 pm


onday: 8 am - 2 pm

(By reservation only

by 6 pm Sunday)



Sunday: 9 am - 6 pm

Pool Hours Until August 15

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Monday - Closed

Tues-Sat: 10 am - 9 pm

Pool Hours August 17

th - Sept. 5th

Monday - Closed

Tues-Fri: 4 am - 8 pm

Sat & Sun: 11 am - 8 pm

Family Pool Open

11 am-8 pm

Grand Brunch Buffet10:30 am


5-8 pm

Family Pool Open

11 am-8 pm



5-8 pm

Family Pool Open

10 am-9 pm

Singles Mix & M

ingle in the Lounge

5-7 pm

Summ

er Blast Camp:

August 2th-6

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August 9th-13

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9 am - 1 pm

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Pool Hours After 9/6: M

onday: ClosedTues-Thurs: 4-7 pm

Friday: 4-8 pm

Sat & Sun: 11 am-8 pm

Club Doubles Cham

pionshipKid’s Club M

ovieCloudy with Chance of

Meatballs

6:30-8:45 pm

Theme Night

Monkey Around the

Kid’s Club5:30-7:30 pm

A Day of Wine & Roses

Ladies Luncheon & Fashion Show

11 am

Labor Day Cookout11 am

- 8 pm

Family Pool Closed

Family Pool Closed

Family Pool Closed



5-8 pm

Dining not open on M

ondays

Sandwiches, Salads &

Smoothies Available in

the Briar Shop


onday: 8 am - 2 pm

(By reservation only)



Sunday: 9 am - 6 pm

(By reservation only)



Kid’s Club Movie

Horton Hears a Who (G)

6:30-8:45 pm



5-8 pm



5-8 pm

Club Doubles Cham

pionshipsGrand Brunch Buffet10:30 am


5-8 pm









Theme Night

Flying Bug Extravengaza5:30-7:30 pm

Youth Survivor Night6:30-9:30 pm

Briar Club & Forest ClubChallenge Cup

9 am

Club Doubles Cham

pionship

Father/Daughter Dance

6:30-9 pm

Singles Mix & M

ingle5 -7 pm

Family Night

Buffet & Bingo5:30 & 7 pm

Evening with the Chef

6:30 pm

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Club InformationADDRESS AND PHONE NUMBERSThe Briar Club2603 Timmons Lane • Houston, Texas 77027Telephone: 713-622-3667 • Fax: 713-622-1366Briar Shop/Court Reservations: 713-622-7729Fitness Desk: 713-552-2145Weather Hotline 713-552-2198

DEPARTMENT HEADS AND STAFF CONTACTSRichard A. Lareau, CCM General Manager/COO [email protected] Glades Assistant to the General Manager [email protected] Ehsan, CHAE Controller/Business Manager [email protected] Cornish, CHAE Assistant Controller [email protected] Alvarez Accounts Receivables [email protected] Griffin Membership Director [email protected] Saldivia Human Resources [email protected] Baker, CCM Clubhouse Manager [email protected] Warren, CEC Executive Chef, CEC [email protected] Higgins Lounge Captain [email protected] Sims Grille Captain [email protected] Austin Director of Catering [email protected] Vaesa Catering Administrator [email protected] Andrae Director of Wellness and Recreation [email protected] Shumate Fitness Coordinator [email protected] Kampf Group Ex/Pilates Coordinator [email protected] Santos Youth Coordinator [email protected] Duncan Kid’s Club Coordinator [email protected] Vick Director of Tennis [email protected] Alcott Head Tennis Pro [email protected] De Pamphilis Aquatics Coordinator [email protected]

FOOD AND BEVERAGE SERVICEEnjoy evening dining before 6:00 pm and receive 10% off of adult food and beverages and ½ price off the kid’s buffet. Don’t miss Wednesday Night Rendezvous in the Lounge and Sports Bar! Complimentary hors d’oeuvres and ½ priced drinks from 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm every Wednesday.

Please check the Newsletter for the month’s listing of dining available. This will give you the times, prices and dress code. Please make reservations through our Catering Department if your dining party is for 11 or more.

For your convenience, we suggest dining earlier in the month to avoid the end-of-month rush. Please remember, no outside food or beverage is allowed to be brought into the Club.

POLICY REGARDING CHILDREN UNDER 14No children or guest of members under the age of fourteen (14) years of age shall be allowed access to the Club or shall be allowed to remain at the Club if unaccompanied by a parent or other adult (eighteen years or older) responsible for the child. It is the responsibility of the Member to enforce this rule.

DRESS CODESunday Brunch – Dressy casual attire is expected, which excludes the following: (a) for men and boys: athletic attire, sleeveless and collarless shirts, all hats, and rubber flip-flop shoes; and (b) for women and girls: athletic attire, caps and rubber flip-flop shoes. Denim attire without holes and excessively worn areas is permitted. Shorts are not permitted, other than Bermuda style dress shorts.

Lounge – Prior to 6:00 pm, clean and neat casual attire is permitted, which excludes for men T-shirts, caps and flip-flop shoes. After 6:00 pm, dressy casual attire is expected, which excludes for men, athletic attire, sleeveless and collarless shirts, all hats, and rubber flip-flop shoes. Denim attire without holes and excessively worn areas is permitted. Shorts are not permitted, other than Bermuda style dress shorts.

SMOKING POLICYSmoking in The Briar Club is limited to the designated areas of the Courtyard and the patio outside the Lounge and as designated by Management.

GUESTSPlease call Elizabeth Griffin, our Membership Director, at ext. 2159 to purchase guest passes.

SERVICE CHECKSYou will be asked to sign a ticket for all food, beverage and party function charges. No cash or checks are accepted for payment at the Club. Please print your name and member number clearly on each ticket and sign. Please request and retain copies of all tickets for statement verification. At the end of the month, these charges are tallied and a statement is mailed to you.

MONTHLY STATEMENTSStatements are mailed out at the beginning of each month. They include charges of dues for the upcoming month and any food, beverage, or other charges incurred during the previous month (or food & beverage minimum if applicable).Statements not paid by 3:00 pm on the last business day of the month in which they are received will be charged a $25.00 late fee. For questions regarding your charges you may contact our Accounting Department at [email protected]

PARKINGParking for the Club is across the street on Timmons. Please do not use the Post Office parking lot, or the small valet parking strip between Whataburger and The Briar Club parking lots. We offer valet service at no charge, for your convenience. The Club is not responsible for damage to, or loss of personal property on the premises.

CLUB HOURS OF OPERATIONTHE GRILLE DINING ROOM & POOLSIDE GRILLE: Lunch Tue - Fri 11:30 am - 2:00 pm Sat 11:30 am - 5:30 pm Dinner Tues - Fri 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm Sat 5:30 pm - 10:00 pm Sun Poolside Cookout 5:00 pm - 7:00 pmTHE LOUNGE: Tue - Thurs 11:30 am - 9:00 pm Fri - Sat 11:30 am - 10:00 pm Sun ClosedFITNESS CENTER: Mon - Fri 5:00 am - 9:00 pm Sat 6:00 am - 8:00 pm Sun 7:00 am - 8:00 pm

LAP POOL: Mon - Fri 5:00 am - 8:00 pm Sat - Sun 7:00 am - 8:00 pmFAMILY POOL: Refer to Club CalendarTHE BRIAR SHOP: Call for hoursKID’S CLUB: Monday 8:00 am - 2:00 pm Sunday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm Monday By reservation only Sunday By reservation onlySNACK BAR: Open when family pool is open. Refer to Club Calendar

OFFICE: Mon - Fri 9:00 am - 5:30 pm

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OFFICERS OF THE CLUB

Carolyn CordillPresident

Executive Committee

Tony PadonVice President

Membership Committee

Joe CiborSecretary

Tennis Committee

David HuffTreasurer

Finance Committee

Bill WadeEx Officio

Strategic Planning Committee

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Chris BoekerFood & Beverage

Committee

Doug WheatFitness Committee

Cletus DoddPhysical Properties

Committee

Mark PadonHouse/Legal Committee

Howard CordrayYouth Committee

Kim GrantSwim Committee

THE BRIAR CLUB2603 Timmons LaneHouston, TX 77027

July 4 – CelebrationJuly 14 – Family Night Buffet & BingoJuly 23 – Moonlight MadnessJuly 28 – Family Night Buffet & BingoJuly 30 – Friday Night LiveAugust 20 – Friday Night LiveAugust 21 – Family Night Buffet & BingoAugust 26 – Lobster NightAugust 27 - Moonlight MadnessSeptember 6 – Labor Day CookoutSeptember 17 – Family Buffet & BingoSeptember 18 – Evening with the ChefSeptember 21 - Ladies LuncheonOctober 1 – Father/Daughter Dance

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