Signals Magazine Spring 2019

Welcome, Spring!

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The Spokane Club Magazine

Spring 2019 Volume 54 No. 1 USPS 000239 Marketing & Communications Director/ Editor Kate Spencer, 459-4535 Senior Designer/Web Manager Kasi Dunn, 838-8511, x118 Front Desk 838-8511

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Club Management

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Social Events

12 Club’s Within the Club General Manager . John O’Connor 838-8513 . joconnor@spokaneclub.org Controller • David McDowell 459-4232 . dmcdowell@spokaneclub.org Marketing & Communications Director Kate Spencer 459-4535 . kspencer@spokaneclub.org

business ________ 16 New Members 19 Members to Know 20 Member Referral Perks Valley Open House

Capital Projects Update

By John O’Connor, General Manager

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Club Cupids at Work!

By Kate Spencer, Editor in Chief

14 Heroic Kindness

By Christine Cronin 26 Weddings and Wellness

By Kate Spencer, Editor in Chief

Membership Director . Cyndi Donahue

fitness news ___________

family _____

459-4242 . cdonahue@spokaneclub.org

28 Fitness News

38 Family Happenings

Hotel Operations Supervisor . Andrew Porter 838-8511 . aporter@spokaneclub.org

29 Meet Erin Piibor

By Kate Spencer, Editor in Chief

Director of Tennis Operations . Jeff Urie

30 Court Sports

535-3554 . jurie@spokaneclub.org

32 Tennis News

HR/Accounting Business Partner . Tim Emery temery@spokaneclub.org Director of Operations . Angela Penneylane

35 Aquatics News

schedules _________ 22 Events At-a-glance 23 Gym & Aquatics Schedule 24 Downtown Fitness Schedule 25 Valley Fitness Schedule

838-8511 x233 . apenneylane@spokaneclub.org

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Capital Projects Update

By John O’Connor, General Manager

H

appy new year to you all! I hope 2019 is your best year yet, with good times and robust health for you and your families. I want to personally thank you for your continued membership to the Club and hope your membership brings many great years to your life, and life to your years.

I’m happy to report more progress on our Capital Projects. These important projects help repair and restore key assets of the Club, maintain and enhance Club properties, and add upgrades to the total member experience of the Club.

This work is not without its challenges, the key challenge being decades of deferred maintenance of the buildings themselves. Like the proud owners of historic homes, given the age of the properties and some of their challenges, the list of home improvements can be long.

Prioritizing those improvements can be additionally challenging when members of the family all have compelling needs and goals. Such is the way of families, and so too, the family that is the Spokane Club.

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Capital improvements that are now completed or near completion are: • New security cameras and upgraded software for both Valley and Downtown-Completed • New HVAC unit for kitchen in historic clubhouse—Completed • Modernization and upgrades to one Hotel suite and two standard Hotel rooms upgraded to Deluxe-Completed • HIIT Studio at Valley Spokane Club— in progress and debuting in April at the Valley • Work on both pools -targeted for Summer 2019 New capital improvements that are targeted for 2020 • Updates to IT in order to stay relevant, provide better reporting, and remain secure (ongoing) • Work on the facades of both Downtown and Valley properties (targeted for Summer of 2020)

I want to give kudos to our wonderful, in-house Engineering Team, Aaron, Ed, Wayne, Edeem and David.

This multi-talented team takes on the complexities of a constellation of issues that surround our older properties. These are both the planned, long-term and short-term projects, along with all the pop-up projects and emergency repairs that come hand in hand with historic properties. The Engineering team approaches their work with commitment and a shared set of problem –solving skills. I offer sincere thanks and kudos to each of the members of this great team for their dedicated work.

The Capital assessments that fund these capital projects have become a best practice among historical clubs like Spokane Club. The cost of this type of restoration, coupled with the age of the buildings and the impact of time, wear and tear, reduced funding and associated deferred maintenance, make “catching up” more challenging.

That’s why cost savings, tight and focused attention to allocation of funds, and continued efforts to grow and maintain memberships are all so important. The stronger we are now, the stronger we will become in the future. With that strength comes a better today and a brighter tomorrow.

Wishing you all your very best and brightest year!

With thanks for your membership, John O’Connor General Manager Spokane Club

Sweet, Suite 310!

Renovations include: • Completely remodeled bathroom • Completely remodeled bar • All new furniture and bedding • All new lighting including fixtures • All new art • Freshly painted rooms and more!

“I love the décor and the classic, clean feeling.

This could have been the Kennedy’s condominium on the Upper East Side.”

– Kevin Max of Statehood Media www.spokaneclub.org | Spring 2019 | 3

HIIT hits the Valley this Spring!

By Kate Spencer, Editor in Chief

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ant a great workout? It’s time to get HIIT fit!

HIIT (High Intensity Interval Training) has been the darling of the fitness world for a while now and there’s one really good reason why: it really works—and it works hard and smart!

The “I” in HIIT is the key to success.

It’s the interval training—full-on, best effort given in intense and quick bursts

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of exercise, followed by a periods of short recovery. Experts say, and users testify, that this method burns more fat in less time. In addition, the high intensity effort increases your need for oxygen, both during the workout and recovery.

This effect is called “afterburn” and keeps you burning calories and fat longer than traditional aerobic workouts.

“We are really excited to offer this to our

members,” says Molly Benzel, Spokane Club Group Fitness Manager. “It’s the next generation of fitness at Spokane Club. And best of all, this workout is for any fitness level, from the novice beginner to the elite athlete.”

The Valley location was chosen as the site for this new equipment because of the more spacious surroundings and great natural light.

“The Valley has a natural studio feel to it and is perfect for accommodating larger group exercise,” says Molly.

“The two new pieces of equipment coming to the Valley are the HIIT Mill and HIIT Bike. Both of these use ‘Pushing and Pulling’ which means muscular and cardiovascular strength and endurance.

This adds up to a big calorie burn. Again this is functional movement and fitness.

Everyone is invited! Everyone can do this work out!”

The new HIIT Studio will debut in early Spring. Check your Club emails and Facebook for announcements and get ready to say hello to your HIIT Fit body!

“There’s still work to be done, and trainers to train,” says Molly. ”But this is going to be a game changer in our fitness offerings.”

The new HIIT training studio will feature a Circuit with a combination of strength and cardio exercises to challenge you and offer a full body workout using Kettle Bells, battle ropes, rowing, TRX, planks and pushups, HIIT Mill, HIIT Bike, Gauntlet and so much more. One of the most popular and effective high intensity activities is pushing or pulling to develop leg power and cardiovascular fitness.

The HIIT Mill is a self-powered, non-motorized treadmill with fixed incline designed to develop speed, strength, and explosive power. The HIIT Mill will have you walking on an incline, running hill sprints, or hiking with light resistance to boost your cardio training but work within a smaller footprint.

The HIIT Bike is known as a fan and dual bike. The faster you pedal, the quicker the fan rotates and therefore the higher the resistance. The core is more engaged as you push and pull using your arms and legs, which is great for calorie burning, strength and toning.

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Club Cupids Help Deliver an Engagement Surprise!

By Kate Spencer, Editor in Chief

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he groom-to-be was ready to propose. He had the perfect ring; he had a heart bursting with love and excitement. He knew that this woman, Alicia, was THE woman for him. All he needed was a way to get beautiful Alicia out of 1910 Restaurant, where the couple had just had dinner, and into the Library, where Jake planned to propose. Enter Stage Left, John O’Connor, Club GM and Cupid’s right hand man. His accomplice was 6 . Signals | The Spokane Club magazine | Spring 2019

Erin, a 1910 server who was all-in for the romantic caper too.

“I approached John at the Front Desk with Alicia’s ring and said that this is happening and I need some help,” says Jake.

“When I saw John explode with excitement, I knew I had the right partner in crime.”

After coming up with some wild storyline about the credit card machine not processing, John worked to convince Alicia that she would need to come with him to the Front Desk. She wasn’t easily convinced, which gave John some time to run back and forth to the Library to get the fireplace lit and cascades of flowers on the floor.

Finally, Alicia agreed to come to the Front Desk, but was instead brought into the Library where Jake waited to propose to her.

“John had me so confused, and really I didn’t have time to think about what was going on. John and Erin, our waitress, worked so well together to get me out of the restaurant! I’m still trying to see how I didn’t get what was happening.

They were fabulous!”

And of course, Alicia cried when she said yes.

None of this, except the engagement ring, was painstakingly planned out. It happened because when Jake needed help, he got it in spades.

“I was thinking I only have one chance to do this and I want it to memorable and special for us,” Jake recalls.

“I wanted it to be unlike any moment Alicia has ever had in her life. I wasn’t nervous, I was emotional. I was ready to ask my best friend to walk the rest of her days with me.”

For Alicia, the actual engagement night was indeed a surprise. The deep kinship that she and Jake feel for each other, however, has been true for a long time.

“We’ve been friends for over 9 years,” says Alicia. “We ran into each other about 2 years ago and started dating, as our life circumstances had both changed. The proposal was a huge surprise! We had talked about wanting to get married. I just never thought it would be such a beautiful proposal! I

should have known, because Jake is a romantic.”

“When John O’Connor walked me into the Library I was so confused.

Then, when I saw Jake standing in front of the beautiful setting, I thought ‘Oh my goodness, oh my gosh, oh this is happening!! Jake is going to propose to me! This is really happening!’”

The couple had stayed at the Spokane Club two years ago on their very first weekend getaway from their home town.

“The Club staff made that visit so wonderful,” Alicia recalls of the couple’s first visit.

“They decorated our room beautifully that first weekend, as Jake wanted it to be very special. We have come back multiple times since then as we love the hotel. We also love the wonderful staff that we have actually made friends with over the years. The best thing about the Spokane Club is the wonderful staff!”

The couple hasn’t set a date yet, but they are happily exploring their options. In the meantime, we wish Alicia and Jake all the very best. The feelings, says Alicia, are mutual.

“We absolutely love the Club Hotel and both of us are so glad that John and his team were able to assist Jake in proposing to me!”

Looking for a special February Valentine’s gift?

Come enjoy a romantic getaway at Spokane Club Inn. Our Sweetheart Package is for members only and includes a one-night stay in one of our Deluxe rooms for just $99, with a complimentary bottle of red, white or sparkling wine and complimentary breakfast for two in 1910 Restaurant.

To make your reservation, please call the Front Desk at 838-8511 or email Andrew Porter at aporter@spokaneclub.org.

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Sweetheart Dinner

in the Cutter Dining Room

Thursday AND Friday, February 14 & 15 5:30 – 7:00 pm

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Seating is limited and reservations are required.

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Social | events

Family Bingo!

Bring the entire family for a fun night of Family Bingo! We will have a delicious dinner buffet while you test your luck at Bingo and there will be exciting prizes for the winners! Bingo cards are $1 each (cash only please).

For reservations, visit Spokaneclub.org or call 459-4237 to reserve your space.

Friday, March 1; 5:30 – 7:15 pm Library; $12* Adults; $15* Guests $5* Children 4-10 Children 3 and under free (*Plus tax and gratuity)

Father Daughter Ball Be Our Guest This magical ball includes live princesses to greet your princess, crafts, music for dancing, a kid-friendly dinner and a no-host bar available for Dad. Princess dresses are encouraged!

Reservations required, reserve online at Spokaneclub.org or call 459-4237.

Speakeasy Mixology

Dads $30*; Princesses $20* each

Attend a sophisticated evening of cocktails and food in the historic Cutter Lounge Speakeasy. Local distillery, Dry Fly Distilling, will be teaching everyone how to make delicious, craft cocktails. Mingle and enjoy a special night at the Club! Guests are welcome!

For reservations, visit Spokaneclub.org or call 459-4237.

Georgian Ballroom

Friday, March 29; 6:00 – 8:30 pm; $30 per person, guests $35

Saturday, March 9; 5:30 – 7:30 pm

(*Plus tax and gratuity)

(*Plus tax and gratuity)

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Social | events

BizConnect Executive Speaker Series BizConnect is Spokane Club’s monthly networking event that features executive speakers and highlights leaders who are making a difference.

Each BizConnect event includes business networking and a presentation from a leader in our business community. It’s a great way to learn, grow and connect with Spokane Club members.

Join us this Spring for the engaging events below!

Dance Lessons

Classes are free to all Spokane Club members. No partner is required since we change partners in class.

March/April: Tues. 5:45 Level Two - Nightclub Two Step Thur. 6:45 Level One - East Coast Swing Thur. 7:30 Level One - Tango May/June: Tues. 5:45 Level Two - Tango Thur. 6:45 Level One - Country Two Step Thur. 7:30 Level One - Samba

The Internet of Things: Leveraging Technology in Your Business

Spokane Chiefs Hockey Tickets

What is IoT and what does the “internet of things” have to do with your business?

Find out from a panel of experts, including Derek Peterson, Senior Solutions Engineer at Compunet, and Jack Donahue, Director in the IoT group at AT&T. You will learn how to leverage technology for your business and gain a local perspective of how the internet of things is used in our community.

We are excited to share that the Club offers discounted Spokane Club Chiefs Hockey tickets! Tickets are $15.

Gather your friends and family and take advantage of this Spokane Club benefit while supporting your local hockey team!

For tickets and information on game availability, please contact Chase at 4594571 x 501 or cwinkler@spokaneclub.org.

Wednesday, February 27; 5:30 pm

Save the dates!

Ted Schmidt, owner of ACTION Coach Topic: What makes a good business exceptional? Ted’s clients include Baker Construction & Development, Wendle Ford Nissan, and Arbor Crest Wine Cellars.

Tuesday, March 26; 5:30 pm

Mark Richard, President of Downtown Spokane Partnership Topic: Reimagine Downtown Spokane Tuesday, April 30; 5:30 pm

Space is limited. Please reserve your seat by calling 459-4237 or at SpokaneClub.org.

Fee is $5 for Spokane Club members and $10 for non-member guests.

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BIG

NIGHT

OUT

BINGO! (Ages 21+)

Event Cancellation policy No refunds or exchanges will be made for reserved Club events. There is a 48 hour cancellation policy for all social and dining events unless otherwise posted. For all social and dining events, members who make cancellations after the stipulated deadline and members who do not show up for the event will be charged 50% of the event price plus tax for all attendees reserved.

Mark your calendars for another adults only Big Night Out Bingo!

We will have a delicious dinner buffet and drinks available while you test your luck at Bingo! There will be fun prizes for the winners! Bingo cards are $1 each (cash only please). For reservations, visit Spokaneclub.org or call 459-4237 to reserve your space today! For Childcare, please call 24 hours in advance at 459-4571 x515.

Friday, April 12; 5:30-7:00 pm; Library; $10* Members; $12* Guests (*Plus tax and gratuity)

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Social | events

Easter Festivities at the Club Spokane Dinner Club Mardi Gras Ball

Celebrate Shrove Tuesday with music, dancing and fun. Formal attire or Mardi Gras costumes preferred. Music by Hot Club of Spokane, led by Garrin Hertel.

Tuesday, March 3 (Fat Tuesday) 5:30 pm $60 per person for Spokane Club members RSVP to Susan Miles (509)342-2617 or Email sdcreservations@gmail.com Deadline March 1st

Valley Egg Hunt & Petting Zoo

Bring the whole family out to the Valley for an afternoon with fun crafts and an egg hunt! Kids will love the Petting Zoo with rescued animals from 2nd Chance Ranch.

We’ll have animal food on hand to feed your new furry friends.

Reserve by calling 459-4237 or online at Spokaneclub.org.

Saturday, April 20 1:00 – 3:00 pm $15 Children; Adults free (plus tax)

Event Cancellation policy No refunds or exchanges will be made for reserved Club events. There is a 48 hour cancellation policy for all social and dining events unless otherwise posted. For all social and dining events, members who make cancellations after the stipulated deadline and members who do not show up for the event will be charged 50% of the event price plus tax for all attendees reserved.

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Easter Brunch

Enjoy an amazing array of springtime food at this Club Classic Event! Please reserve by calling 459-4237 or online at Spokaneclub.org.

Sunday, April 21; 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

Member | clubs

Clubs Within the Club Looking to connect with other members with the same interests? Creating a Club within the Club is a great way! Email events@spokaneclub.org for more information on how to start a club.

Wednesday Bridge Luncheon

Third Wednesdays at 11:30 am Reserve by the Friday before Contact: Sara Treffry at 459-4237 x131

Women’s Leadership Group Book Club

Second Wednesdays at 7:00 pm Contact: Barbara Anderson 679-4358 February: We Die Alone by David Howarth March: The Quiet American by Graham Greene April: Destiny of the Republic by Candice Millard

Children of the Sun Investment Club

Last Wednesdays at 5:45 pm Contact: Max Johnston, 924-0018

Cellar Dwellers Wine Club

Wine, friendship, and more wine!

Contact events@spokaneclub.com with questions.

Wine Tastings: January 30 February 20, March 20 Flights & Bites: March 1

Spokane Club Social Dance Practice

Social Dance Practice is held every Tuesday night from 6:45 – 8:15 pm and every Saturday from 11:30 am – 1:30 pm in Studio 4 of the athletic building.

Contact: Andy Demott at ademott@ comcast.net

Contact: Martinique Wood at 389-0629 Join us for monthly luncheons and some fun happy hours this spring!

Luncheons at 12:00 pm: February 6: Andrea Parrish “A Thousand Things to Talk About” March 12: Cyndi Donahue “Mindfulness in Business and Your Life” April 10: Kara Odegard “Growing your Biz Through Social Impact” Please RSVP by calling 459-4237. Lunch is $20 per person inclusive. Guests are welcome when invited by a Spokane Club member.

Clubs Within the Club Highlight Each issue will hightlight one of the Clubs Within the Club. The Women’s Leadership Group at Spokane Club is filled with energetic, forward thinking women who inspire and encourage each other to be their best. We come together to learn, to listen and to genuinely communicate about issues affecting us and women in our community. See the luncheon schedule above.

February 6

March 12

April 10

A Thousand Things to Talk About with Andrea Parrish

Mindfulness in Business and Your Life with Cyndi Donahue

Growing your Biz Through Social Impact with Kara Odegard

Andrea is the digital marketing manager at STCU. She questions everything: ideas, traditions, concepts, beliefs, and especially the questions themselves. She’s asked thousands of questions and has a database of over 1,500 questions to spark conversation. Taking the time to investigate the questions we ask helps shape the conversations we have, the stories we tell, and our interactions with the world.

Cyndi is an experienced yoga teacher who has taught thousands of hours of yoga and mindfulness, the practice of staying present in each moment. As a mother and sales director who sits on multiple committees, she understands the struggle to stay focused while busy.

Cyndi will give you tips for incorporating mindfulness into your personal and professional life for a greater sense of calm.

Kara is the owner of Measure Meant, a social impact consulting firm that educates business owners on sustainable business practices and developing social impact programs that align with company objectives. Keen to help businesses meet rigorous standards of social and environmental performance, Kara works to promote B Corp certification within the Inland Northwest. www.spokaneclub.org | Spring 2019 | 13

Heroic Kindness

By Christine Cronin

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he sky was darkening, storm clouds looming, the horizon bleak. The health of the people was in question, the state of the nation uncertain, my faith in humanity shaken.

Enter the hero. The hero always arrives in our darkest moments to save us in our time of need. It was not the strength of the hero that won my heart, it was the hero’s kindness. Kindness, is so often missing in the media, the daily grind, and our distracted world.

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School where we are piloting “Heroic,” a PE curriculum working toward developing heroes for humanity. I believe everyone needs a hero, and everyone has the potential to be a hero for somebody else. Just take a minute to look back in time; who helped you along the way? Did you thank them?

There are four keys to being a hero: kindness, strength, commitment and resiliency, but the most important is kindness. Kindness means “I care” and is the only thing that separates the hero from the villain. The villain is also strong, committed and resilient, but just doesn’t care about others or the greater good.

In order to be kind to others we

must first be kind to ourselves. The students learn three ways to care for themselves: getting proper nutrition, sleep and exercise. Next they learn to be kind to others. One of the best ways to show you care about someone is to listen. We have a growing absence of good listeners in our society. Listening does not mean waiting for your turn to speak, interrupting or being quiet when someone talks. Listening is an art form that involves focus, attention to body language as well as actual language, and asking follow up questions to deepen understanding. When someone truly listens it provides the opportunity for connection. Connecting is key to building deep and meaningful relationships which are a common theme in resilient people. We discuss empathy, which means “I feel how you feel.” When we listen and feel for someone else, more becomes available. It becomes less about me, and more about “we.”

We could all benefit from working on our inner hero. Kindness, it’s contagious.

Try giving someone a genuine greeting and smile, which is pretty difficult for even a stranger to ignore. Words of encouragement almost always bring joy.

If you’re up for a challenge and really want to transform your world and that of others, listen. Try not to judge, simply listen, receive and reflect. Be aware of your posture and body language which should be receptive and engaged. Put yourself in the shoes of the speaker.

Don’t advise based on what you would do, you are not them! Listen, then ask a question and learn more. When I say “see the good,” the kids say “be the good!

Perhaps if you’re having trouble seeing the good, you need a little more work on being the good. Slow down, look around, and listen; you might be right next to a hero!

Your Ideal Setting for Conferences, Meetings and Events

Planning a business meeting, training workshop, luncheon, seminar, retreat or office party?

Spokane Club has it all!

Groups of 20 or more who purchase a meal, receive the following: • Complimentary Room Rental • Complimentary Coffee & Tea Break • Complimentary Wi-Fi • 50% off A/V Let us make your next business event shine!

Contact Jackie Kiley, Catering Sales Manager for more information. jkiley@spokaneclub.org | 509.459.4237

Valid for new 2019 events. Must book before April 30, 2019.

Food & Beverage minimums may apply. Cannot be combined with other special offers. www.spokaneclub.org | Spring 2019 | 15

Business | new members

Welcome to our New and Returning Members!

Haley Abercrombie*, Owner, Stone Cold Pony Jay Affleck, Manager, Homestreet Bank; Sponsored by Jordan Piscopo Doug Batchelder and EJ Batchelder Shayna Begrovich, Registered Nurse, Deaconess Medical Center; Sponsored

by Geoff Rowand Rob Billow, Asst General Manager, Charlies Produce, and Alicia Billow, Acct & Special Project Mgr., Charlies Produce Bryce Borland, STEM/CTE Teacher, Mead School District, and Hallie Himmelreich, Program Coordinator, California Cryobank; Sponsored by Steven Horwath

Chris Browning, Attorney, Spokane County Public Defender, and Margaret Browning, Registered Nurse, Providence Sacred Heart; Sponsored by Steven Horwath

Beth Ring Dan Chambers; Sponsored by Josh Leech and Meg Leech Ai-Li A. Chiong-Martinson, Judicial Law Clerk, U.S. District Court, and Jonathan Reid Truitt, Sr. Account Manager, Convoy

Justin Botejue, Physician Relations Liaison, Shriners Hospital, and Brittany Botejue, Program Coordinator, Psychiatric Solutions; Sponsored by Shae Blackwell

Jonathan Clemens*, Realtor, Clemens Real Estate Group, and Jennifer Clemens, Realtor, Clemens Real Estate Group; Sponsored by Wayne Clemens

Brian Budsberg, Owner, Budsberg Law Group; Sponsored by Brandy Cobb

Ray Cunneen* and Danielle Cunneen; Sponsored by Christopher Tate

Jay Caferro; Sponsored by Rich Relyea

Sharla Delanoy, Owner, Be Seen Counseling PLLC, and Tom Delanoy, President, 509 Inc.; Sponsored by Martinique Wood

Joseph Cahall, Attorney, and Emma Sauber-Atz, Consultant, Eli Lilly and Company; Sponsored by Alicia Levy Drew Cass, Partner, Lewis, Brisbois, etal, and Taryn Cass; Sponsored by

Beth Ditto and Frank Ditto; Sponsored by James Kalamon Troy Duzon, President, CPI Construction, and Amber Stillwell, Property Manager, Black Realty Management Gavin Ehlo and Erin Muxlow, Universal Banker, Washington Trust Bank

Our business is turning them into realities.

We do this by helping our clients plan and manage their financial resources. Fee-only.

For a complimentary consultation or brochure, call: Greer Gibson Bacon, CFPÂŽ (509) 838-4175 or (888) 864-8827 assetplanning.com

Philip W Faler*, Owner, Wholey Healing PS, and Karolina Faler, Physician, Inland NW Behavioral Health; Sponsored by Kris Lattimore and Tiffany Lattimore Matthew Farquhar, Account Manager, Pacific Office Automation; Sponsored

by Fred Cox Kenneth Faust, Financial Advisor, Edward Jones, and Stephanie Faust, Attorney, Roberts Freebourn PLLC; Sponsored by Chad Freebourn Cindy Fenick, Air Force; Sponsored by Stuart Grossman Griffin Garske, Director, BDO USA LLP; Sponsored by Rich Umbdenstock Konstantine Geranios, Editorial Assistant, Associated Press; Sponsored * denotes families with minor children

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by Nicholas Geranios Steve Gobin, Technician, Century Link; Sponsored by James Cramer Christopher Grasmick*, Wealth Management Advisor, TIAA, and Samantha Grasmick; Sponsored by Rob Burnett Michelle Griffin, Principal Owner, Synergy Resources Consulting, and Amanda Tainio, Principal Owner; Synergy Resources Consulting Eric Grimsrud and Kathy Grimsrud; Sponsored by Amy Anderson Consuelo Grumich, Vice President, NAEGELI Deposition & Trial Shane Halverson, Sales Manager, North Pacific Seafoods, and Kelley Halverson, VP of Public Relations, CHAS Health; Sponsored by Nathan Halvorson Griffin Hare, Accountant, Commodities Plus Emily M Hart, Sole Proprietor, Emily M Hart, MED, LCDC; Sponsored by Marsha Todd Merlin Heintz*, President, Crop West Insurance, and Kristin Heintz; Sponsored by Mike Beasley Taylor Hennessey, Assistant Attorney General, WA ST Attorney General; Sponsored by Shea Hennessey Casey Herron*, Wealth Management Advisor, TIAA, and Beth Herron, PA-C, Providence; Sponsored by Chris Turner and Chandra Turner Scott Hoffman, Owner, Stadium Sports, and Jo Hoffman, Optician, Multicare/Rockwood Joel Huppin*, Co-Owner, Huppin’s, and Chris Huppin; Sponsored by Brian Smith Duncan Jackson, Owner, Revamp Panels LLC; Sponsored by Parker Kelly Hunter Jensen, Financial Consultant,

Charles Schwab, and Sonja Jensen; Sponsored by Ellen Miller

Timothy McLaughlin*, Partner, Rey Bear McLaughlin

Christopher Jordan, Asst Attorney General, WA ST Office of the Attorney General, and Mara Hazeltine; Sponsored by Emily Yates

Cyndy Monasmith*, VP of Treasury & Billing, Engie Insight, and Craig Monasmith, Risk Analyst, NW Farm Credit Services; Sponsored by Vern Hare

Fernando Jauretche*, Owner, Contract Resource Group, and Juli Jauretche Kate Kennedy, Healthcare Compliance Analyst, Spokane County, and Scott Michael Burdette

Mike Moraski*, CIO, Delivery Express Inc., and Kara Moraski; Sponsored by Amanda Connellan Angie Morgan*; Sponsored by Kevin Whitener

Mitchell Kreps, Regional Int’l Sales Manager, SCAFCO Grain Systems, and Nadezhda Kozyreva; Sponsored by S. Birgitta Hendron

Amelia Moye, Producer, 14 Four; Sponsored by Ross Blevins

Elena Ladich MD, Owner, Northwest Cardiovascular Pathology, and Bill Mays, Teacher

Scott Nichols*, Producer, Seven 2 Interactive, and Amy Nichols, Account Director, Chapter & Verse; Sponsored

by Shae Blackwell

Peter K Leonard, Marketing Manager, Farmers Insurance Group; Sponsored

by Libby Pugel Ken Lucas and Jennifer Lucas David Luke, Director of Marketing, North By Northwest Relays, and Ellen Luke, Comptroller, Frontier Sales Hunter Mackay, Realtor, Keller Williams, and Tommy Mackay, Realtor, Keller Williams Laurie Massie, RN, SHMC Lisa McCann*, Sr. Manager, Avaya, and Ross McCann, Asst. Chief Pilot, Life Flight; Sponsored by Sarah Sullivan James McGivern*, President, JRM Enterprises Inc., and Elena McGivern, Owner, Professional Language Services; Sponsored by Sarah Sullivan and Shane Sullivan Frank McHugh, MD, Marcus Daley Memorial Hospital, and Cheryl Dohlzel, Manager, MultiCare Patrick McLaughlin, General Manager, Ruby River Hotel, and Marie Atkins; Sponsored by Jordan Piscopo

Patrick Nevin and Heidi Nevin

Cynthia Norwood and Robb Higdon, VP Sales, United Health Group Julia Ojcius, Physician, Multicare Valley Hospital, and Daniel Gilsdorf, Physician, Columbia Surgical Specialists Mike Olson, Sales, Applied Industrial Tech Dr. Heather L Overland, CEO, Overland Wellness PLLC, and Erik Overland, Senior Engineer, Macy’s Retail Holdings; Sponsored by Jeannine Fruci Mimi Palmer*, Teacher, First Presbyterian Christian School; Sponsored by Michael Palmer and Stacy Palmer Molly Parker, RN, Providence Sacred Heart; Sponsored by Dan Wadkins Chris Patrick, CEO, Nuvodia; Sponsored by Dan Roark Mary Payne, Market Leader, Movement Mortgage; Sponsored by David Chavez Randolph Peterson www.spokaneclub.org | Spring 2019 | 17

Lisa Poplawski, Senior VP Advancement, Eastern Washington University Annika Poosri and Tyreil Poosri, Lecturer, EWU; Sponsored by Kelsey Martin Ann Porter-Brown and Joe Brown; Sponsored by Sarah Porter Christopher Rabin*, Neonatologist, Mednax, and Brenda Rabin; Sponsored by David Egger and Rebecca Egger Frederick Ragan*, Physician, and Maria Theresia Ragan Jennifer Ramirez, Consulting Veterinarian, Eli Lilly Nicholas Ranson, MD, Spokane Eye Clinic, and Sarah Hanson John Richardson and Connie Richardson Rick Robinson and Cheryl Mitchem; Sponsored by Terry Judge Kim Rockey*, School Psychologist, CVSD, and Jeff Rockey Kathleen Rogers, Clinical Software Specialist, Sunshine Health Facilities, and Shayne Boyd, Project Executive, Tyler Technologies Michael A Roozedrans, Attorney, Layman Law Firm; Sponsored by John Layman Victor Rowley and Kathy Rowley, Senior Lecturer, EWU Melanie Russell*, HR Director, Dabs M & A LLC, and Andrew Russell, Manager, Dabs M & A LLC; Sponsored

by Tamara McGregor Jacqueline Sandbert, Account Manager, Alliant Insurance; Sponsored

by Zachary Dahle Michelle Sandusky*, Director, Client Services, 2nd Watch, Inc., and Brian Sandusky, Sales Consultant, Johnson & Johnson 18 . Signals | The Spokane Club magazine | Spring 2019

Sierra Schneidmiller, Teacher, Reardon-Edwall School District, and Taylor Kamitomo, Paralegal, Markam Group; Sponsored by Mark Kamitomo Maggie Schott*, Owner, Schott Law, and Mark Pond, Business Librarian, Spokane Public Library Chandra Schumacher, Dir. of Advancement Services, Eastern Washington University

Diane Taylor, RN, Providence Sacred Heart Katie Terra, Technical Writer, Kauffman & Associates Antonia Tombari*, Psychotherapist Eugene Tracy; Sponsored by Darrin Connall

Barrett J Scudder*, President, Law Office of Barrett J Scudder and Virginia M Scudder

Robert Vralsted*, Partner/Owner, Architecture All Forms, and Amanda Vralsted, Appraiser, Lembeck Appraisal; Sponsored by Bobby Everson

Arne Seaberg, Regional Sales Rep, 3M; Sponsored by Martinique Wood

Charlie Wallblom and Mary Kay Wallblom; Sponsored by Walter Wolf

Trevor Shoemaker*, Commerical Team Leader, Wells Fargo, and Samantha Snodgrass, Nurse, Spokane Eye Clinic; Sponsored by Bill Witte

Chad M Walters, Deli Order Selector, Care-Mark International

Barbara Silvey Stephen Simon, Software Developer, Computer Video Technology; Sponsored by Charles Simon Joy Bourn Smith*, Owner, Joyful Gatherings, and Damon Smith, Principal, DCI Engineers Brian Southworth, Business Intermediary, Murphy Business Sales; Sponsored by Dean Davis Nathan Spence*, Physician, Heart Clinic Northwest, and Laura Spence, Hospitalist, Providence Medical Group; Sponsored by Patrick Henley Philip Stanton, Owner, Park Lodge; Sponsored by Louis Hurd Ryan Stintzi, Commercial Insurance Advisor, HUB International, and Kiersten Bethke, Dental Assistant, Affordable Dentures; Sponsored by Chisa Uka Brad Suetholz; Sponsored by Connor Deife Marcus Sweetser, Partner, Sweetser Law Offfice

Stephanie Wall, Community Relations Sr. Manager, Wells Fargo, and Chris Rapacki, President, Injection Works; Sponsored by Jack Johnson Barbara Welk Janet Wilder; Sponsored by Robert Wilder Robert L Wilder*, Owner, Wilder Dentistry, and Tonia Wilder, Office Administrator, Wilder Dentistry Kyle Williams*, Psychotherapist, and Tamar Maline, Temple Beth Shalom, Rabbi Dani Witte, Director of Marketing, WestCoast Entertainment, and Bill Witte, Senior VP, Griffin Capital Pingyao Zeng*, Researcher, WSU

IN MEMORIAM Kaitlin Caudle Member since January 2015 David Hamer Member since November 1967 David Rowand Member since January 1978

Be a Member to Know!

O

ne of the best benefits of belonging to the Spokane Club is connecting with other members and doing business with them.

Business connections can develop over lunch, or in the Conditioning Room, or at fun Club gatherings like Trivia Night. Another great way to get your face and business in front of fellow members is through advertising in Signals. Our friendly, affordable Members to Know ads are a great place to start!

If you have a business or service you would like to share with fellow members, our Members to Know (MTK) ads are the most cost-effective way to get your message across. As part of Signals magazine, MTK ads are delivered to every member household, and many member businesses, four times per year.

At just $75 per issue, MTK is a great value that gets you noticed! To place an ad, or for more information, please email Kate Spencer at kspencer@spokaneclub.org.

ATTORNEY

Jeff Herbster Attorney at Law

Business and Estate Planning

(509) 252-5030 www.herbsterlegal.com | jeff@herbsterlegal.com

505 West Riverside, Suite 565 Spokane, WA 99201

SALES MANAGER

LEADERSHIP COACH AN INDEPENDENT CERTIFIED

Heidi Bollum

Windermere City Group Broker and Kendall Yards Sales Manager

COACH, TEACHER & SPEAKER

Brent K. Wilcox (509) 991-0921 brentkwilcox@yahoo.com

Cell - 509-998-7287 heidibollum@gmail.com

www.JohnMaxwellGroup.com/brentwilcox

REALTOR

REaltoR

Jodi Mouchett Real Estate Broker

Cell: (509) 993-0383 Office: (509) 455-8600

JodiM@johnlscott.com www.JodiM.johnlscott.com Some Offices are Independently Owned and Operated

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Membership | news

Valley Spring into Shape Open House Join us for the Valley Club Open House on Saturday, April 13 from 9:00 am – 12:00 pm.

Check out the new HIIT studio! Try cardio tennis! Free Childcare! Take a great group fitness class! Enter to win in the Spring into Shape grand prize raffle!

Coming in March!

Spring into Shape Member Referral Program Refer a friend for Club membership in March, April and May and you will spring yourself into shape too!

When you refer a new member to the Club this spring, you get to choose two of the referral rewards from the options below AND… YOU WILL BE ENTERED TO WIN THE SPRING INTO SHAPE GRAND PRIZE! A 4 night/5 day stay at a fabulous Vidanta resort* in Mexico! *your choice of Vidanta in Riviera Maya, Nuevo Vallarta or Puerto Peñasco Spring referral rewards include: • 4 personal training sessions • 6 weeks of one-on-one nutrition coaching with Macros • 2 tennis lessons • 2 private swimming lessons • Dinner for two in restaurant 1910 • One night stay in the Spokane Club Inn • $200 voucher toward your next private Club catered event

Bring a friend or neighbor to the Valley Club Open House and receive a $10 Club cash card and a raffle entry* for these amazing prizes!

• A mountain bike • $100 gift card to Spa Paradiso • One night stay at the Spokane Club Inn with a $100 gift certificate for 1910 Restaurant • Your choice of: 2 tennis lessons, 2 swim lessons or 2 personal training sessions *one Club cash card and raffle entry per family, couple or individual. Not one per person.

Member Preference: Signals Digital or Signals Print Signals magazine is printed four times a year. The cost of mailing the magazine is equal to the cost of printing it. If you are concerned about either the environmental or financial impact of printing, you can opt out of receiving the print version and simply go digital. If you are a print fan, you can continue to have the magazine mailed to you.

Signals Digital is available on the Club’s website at: spokaneclub.org/signals-magazine. In addition, each quarter, a link to Signals Digital is emailed to all members whose email addresses are in the Club database.

If you are not receiving Club emails and would like to be added to the list, please email rpeters@spokaneclub.org or call 459-4236.

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Membership Card Replacement Policy Spokane Club members receive a printed card upon acceptance for membership. If you lose your card, a replacement card can be created for a $10 fee.

Community Cares Spotlight: Because There Is Hope

B

ecause There Is Hope (BTIH) is a Spokane non-profit created in 2004.

The founder of the organization, Melody Biehl, is a breast cancer survivor. When Melody completed her treatment, she was determined to help other cancer patients.

Her idea was housing, free housing.

Melody spoke with patients during her treatment who were commuting, daily or staying in hotels. They felt isolated being diagnosed with cancer and now, were apart from their home, family and friends.

Many were spending their life savings in the process.

Because There is Hope is currently housed in a home in Cheney, which BTIH outgrew almost immediately; the need is that great. This house was graciously donated to BTIH until their new home, Melody’s House Of Hope is built.

Cancer Care Northwest has donated property to BTIH and Garco Construction has provided their architectural plans for a seven-bedroom, seven-bathroom home very near the cancer centers and hospitals.

Now they need to build and continue to raise more funds for the project.

SAVE THE DATE! BTIH’s former annual fundraiser, The Cinderella Tea, has been reinvented for 2019. High Heels and Hard Hats will make its debut on February 23, 2019 at the Spokane Convention Center at 10:30. The tea has become a brunch, as BTIH would like to diversify their audience. They will have silent auction tables, a live auction, including two Alaska Airline vouchers and raisethe-paddle to help with the house; paint, furniture, etc. Speakers will be telling why BTIH is important to them. Robin Nance from KXLY will be the emcee.

A partial list of the organization’s ongoing support: Because There Is Hope’s house-building supporters include: • Boise Cascade, that will provide the wood • Cascade Windows, that will supply the windows and mirrors • KXLY Extreme with Lance Pounder Excavation for clearing the lot • Harris Rebar Monetary support: • Smith-Barbier Progressive Fund • The Pink Shamrock • Larry H. Miller • Northern Quest Resort & Casino • Susan H. Komen (When they were in Spokane) • Inland Northwest Foundation • Numerica Credit Union • Banner Bank • Rockwood Oncology • Cancer Care Northwest

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Events | at a glance

February 1 4 8

12 14 20 27

Meet the ZAGS Tennis Mixer 6:00-9:00pm The Yoga Side of Healing Workshop 6:30-8:00pm Valentine’s Tennis Mixer 6:00-9:00pm Valentine’s Cupcake Decorating 5:30-7:00pm Candlelight Yoga 6:30-8:00pm Plunge Party 5:00-8:30pm Valley Core Strength Yoga 6:00-7:30pm BizConnect Networking Mixer 5:30-7:00pm

March 1 9 26 27 29

Family Bingo 5:30-7:15pm Father Daughter Ball 5:30-7:30pm BizConnect Networking Mixer 5:30-7:00pm Spring Basketball Leage 5:30 Speakeasy Mixology 6:00-8:30pm WA State Singles Racquetball Tournament

April 1-5 Downtown Spring Break Camp 12 Adult Bingo 5:30-7:00pm 13 Valley Open House 9:00am-12:00pm 19 Easter Candy Making 5:30-7:00pm 20 Easter Egg Hunt and Petting Zoo 1:00-3:00pm 21 Easter Brunch 10:00am-2:00pm 22 . Signals | The Spokane Club magazine | Spring 2019

Sweetheart Dinner in the Cutter Thursday and Friday, February 14 & 15 Treat your sweetheart to a fabulous Valentine’s Dinner in the historic Cutter Dining Room. This wonderful event is not to be missed!

See the menu on page 8.

GYM SCHEDULE

M BOOTCAMP

5:45AM - 6:45AM

OPEN GYM

7:00AM - 9:00AM

ZUMBA

9:00AM - 10:30AM

OPEN GYM

10:30AM - 6:00PM

BOOTCAMP

6:00PM - 7:00PM WOMENS BASKETBALL 7:00 - 9:00PM

OPEN GYM

5:00AM - 10:00PM

T

W

BODY PUMP

BOOTCAMP

6:00AM - 7:00AM

OPEN GYM

2:00PM - 5:00PM

OPEN GYM

OPEN GYM

7:00AM - 11:00AM

7:00AM - 9:00AM

F

SKI CONDITIONING

6:00AM - 6:30AM

OPEN GYM

6:30AM - 9:00AM

S

S

OPEN GYM

7:00AM - 9:00AM

OPEN GYM

7:00AM - 7:00PM

ELITE BASKETBALL

9:00AM - 11:00AM (RESERVED)

DOWNTOWN

ADULT BASKETBALL

11:00AM - 2:00PM; 21+

6:00AM - 7:00AM

5:45AM - 6:45AM

OPEN GYM

7:00AM - 11:00AM

T

BODY PUMP

ADULT BASKETBALL

ZUMBA

9:00AM - 10:30AM

OPEN GYM

OPEN GYM

10:30AM -5:00PM

OPEN GYM

2:00PM - 6:00PM

ADULT BASKETBALL

11:00AM - 2:00PM; 21+

OPEN GYM

OPEN GYM

11:00AM - 7:00PM

2:00PM - 9:00PM

BOOTCAMP

BASKETBALL LEAGUE

6:00PM - 7:00PM

5:00PM - 9:00PM STARTING MARCH 27

5:00AM - 9:00AM

11:00AM - 2:00PM; 21+

OPEN GYM 7:00 - 9:00PM

OPEN GYM

OPEN GYM

5:00AM - 10:00PM

5:00AM - 9:00AM

OPEN GYM

5:00AM - 9:30AM

VALLEY INDO-ROW

BOOT CAMP

9:00AM – 10:00AM

9:00AM – 10:00AM

OPEN GYM

OPEN GYM

10:00AM – 10:00PM

10:00AM – 5:30PM

OPEN GYM

SUPERTOTS

9:30AM – 11:30AM

OPEN GYM

11:30AM - 10:00PM

OPEN GYM

7:00AM - 9:00AM

OPEN GYM

7:00AM - 7:00PM

BOOT CAMP

9:00AM – 10:00AM

OPEN GYM

12:00PM – 7:00PM

8:30PM – 10:00PM

PLEASE NOTE: Non-Members using the court as part of a team or group are charged a per-person guest fee and are limited to 4 visits per year, as stated in Club bylaws/policies. Schedule subject to change. Special events have priority.

Thank you for understanding if the gym is booked.

AQUATIC SCHEDULE

M ADULT LAP SWIM

5:00 - 7:30AM

HYDRO HIIT*

DOWNTOWN

7:30 - 8:30AM

AQUA POWER*

8:45 - 9:45AM

T

W

ADULT LAP SWIM**

5:00 - 11:00AM

CIRCLE SWIM

11:00AM - 1:00PM

OPEN SWIM**

1:00 - 8:00PM

T

ADULT LAP SWIM

5:00 - 7:30AM

ADULT LAP SWIM**

5:00 - 11:00AM

HYDRO HIIT*

7:30 - 8:30AM

CIRCLE SWIM

11:00AM - 1:00PM

AQUA POWER*

8:45 - 9:45AM

OPEN SWIM**

1:00 - 8:00PM

ADULT LAP SWIM

ADULT LAP SWIM

10:00 - 11:00AM

10:00 - 11:00AM

CIRCLE SWIM

CIRCLE SWIM

1:00 - 5:00PM

LESSONS/TEAM***

LESSONS/TEAM***

HYDRO HIIT*

7:30 - 8:30AM

CIRCLE SWIM

OPEN SWIM**

1:00 - 8:00PM

ADULT LAP SWIM

7:00 - 9:00AM

OPEN SWIM**

9:00AM - 6:00PM

ADULT LAP SWIM

7:00 - 9:00AM

OPEN SWIM**

9:00AM - 6:00PM

POOL CLOSES AT 4:45 PM FOR SWIM MEETS FEB 15 • MAR 15 • APRIL 19 * = ONE LAP LANE AVAILABLE ** = TWO LAP LANES AVAILABLE *** = NO LAP LANES AVAILABLE

OPEN SWIM**

OPEN SWIM**

SEE LANE SCHEDULE IN THE POOL FOR MOST UP-TO-DATE SCHEDULE

7:00 - 8:00PM

7:00 - 8:00PM

S

11:00AM - 1:00PM

5:00 - 7:00PM

5:00 - 7:00PM

S

AQUA POWER*

8:45 - 9:45AM

10:00 - 11:00AM

OPEN/LESSONS**

OPEN/LESSONS**

1:00 - 5:00PM

ADULT LAP SWIM

5:00 - 7:30AM

ADULT LAP SWIM

11:00AM - 1:00PM

11:00AM - 1:00PM

F

LIFEGUARD HOURS* • DOWNTOWN GUARD

1:00 - 8:00PM

ADULT SWIM

5:30 - 8:30AM 18+

VALLEY

AQUA FITNESS

GUARD

1:00 - 8:00PM

ADULT SWIM

5:30 - 10:00AM 18+

LESSON/OPEN

GUARD

GUARD

1:00 - 8:00PM

1:00 - 8:00PM

ADULT SWIM

5:30 - 8:30AM 18+

AQUA FITNESS

ADULT SWIM

5:30 - 10:00AM 18+

LESSON/OPEN

GUARD

1:00 - 8:00PM

ADULT SWIM

5:30 - 8:30AM 18+

AQUA FITNESS

8:30 - 9:30AM

10:00AM - 6:00PM

8:30 - 9:30AM

10:00AM - 6:00PM

8:30 - 9:30AM

OPEN SWIM

ADULT SWIM

OPEN SWIM

ADULT SWIM

OPEN SWIM

10:00AM - 2:00PM

6:00 - 9:00PM; 18+

10:00AM - 6:00PM

6:00 - 9:00PM; 18+

AQUA FITNESS

CLOSED FOR CLEANING 2:00 - 3:00PM

6:00 - 7:00PM

OPEN SWIM

ADULT SWIM

3:00AM - 6:00PM

GUARD

9:00AM - 6:00PM

ADULT SWIM

7:00 - 10:00AM; 18+

OPEN SWIM

10:00AM - 4:00PM

GUARD

9:00AM - 6:00PM

ADULT SWIM

7:00 - 10:00AM; 18+

OPEN SWIM

10:00AM - 4:00PM

10:00AM - 6:00PM

ADULT SWIM

6:00 - 9:00PM; 18+

ADULT SWIM

4:00 - 7:00PM; 18+

ADULT SWIM

4:00 - 7:00PM; 18+

7:00 - 9:00PM; 18+

AQUA FITNESS

6:00 - 7:00PM

ADULT SWIM

7:00 - 9:00PM; 18+

LIFEGUARD HOURS* • VALLEY MONDAY GUARD

3:00 - 6:00PM

TUESDAY GUARD

3:00 - 7:00PM

WEDNESDAY GUARD

3:00 - 6:00PM

THURSDAY GUARD

3:00 - 7:00PM

FRIDAY GUARD

3:00 - 7:00PM

SATURDAY GUARD

10:00AM - 4:00PM

SUNDAY GUARD

10:00AM - 4:00PM

* Washington State regulations require that children under the age of 18 are not allowed in the pool without a lifeguard on duty. www.spokaneclub.org | Spring 2019 | 23

Downtown | fitness classes

WINTER SCHEDULE

509.459.4571 • Athletic Club Hours Monday thru Friday, 5:00am - 9:00pm Saturday/Sunday, 7:00am - 7:00pm

M

T

5:45am

BOOTCAMP

6:00am

RPM*

W

T

F

BOOTCAMP

DONNA G

BODYPUMP DAVID G

DAVID C

BODYPUMP

GENTLE YOGA

YOGA/ MEDITATION

GENTLE YOGA

LAUREN S4

S

45 MIN; JENNY G

RPM*

JENNY S4

S

STRENGTH & CONDITIONING

DONNA G

MEL C

7:00am

FEBRUARY 1 – 28

DAVID G

RPM*

DAYNA C

*Online Class Reservations

KASSANDRA S4

TRX*

MOLLY SB

7:30am

HYDRO HIIT PATRICIA P

8:00am

HYDRO HIIT

HYDRO HIIT

YOGA

GENTLE YOGA

PATRICIA P

BARRE

YOGA

KASSANDRA S4

LISA S4

KASSANDRA S4

PATRICIA P

BARRE

KASSANDRA S4

8:30am

CYNDI S4

RPM*

DAVID C

AQUA POWER PATRICIA P

8:45am

AQUA POWER

AQUA POWER

PATRICIA P

PATRICIA P

BODYPUMP

9:00am

50 MIN; DAVID S4

CYCLE*

LORI C FEBRUARY ONLY

9:15am

ZUMBA

ZUMBA

EVI G

9:30am

RPM*

EVI G

SENIOR FITNESS OKSANA S4

BODY PUMP DOMINIQUE S4

SENIOR FITNESS CASSIDY S4

MARLENA C FEBRUARY ONLY

BODY PUMP CASSIDY S4

SENIOR FITNESS ERIN S4

BARRE*

BOOTY BARRE* HOLLY SB

MICHELE SB

YOGA FLOW

10:10am

JENNY S4

10:45am

FUNCTIONAL FITNESS

PILATES LARKIN S4

11:30am

CORE EXPRESS

12:15pm

YOGA

CORE EXPRESS

30 MIN; OKSANA S4

HIIT STRENGTH 35 MIN; AMY S4

30 MIN; OKSANA S4

TRX*

TOM S4

JILL SB

CYCLE*

45 MIN; SARAH/JENNY S4

45 MIN; OKSANA C

LARKIN S4

BARRE EXPRESS

YOGA FLOW LAUREN S4

TRX*

OKSANA SB

CYCLE*

YOGA TOM S4

CYCLE EXPRESS*

45 MIN; OKSANA C

30 MIN; AMY C

1:30pm

CYCLE*

MOLLY C FEBRUARY ONLY

4:00pm

YOGA

STAFF S4

5:30pm 6:00pm 6:15pm

BODYPUMP DOMINIQUE S4

RPM*

DAYNA C

BOOT CAMP

BODYPUMP LORI S4

BEGINNING YOGA TOM SB

BOOT CAMP

JEN G

DOMINIQUE/JODY G

YOGA LISA SB

LOCATION KEY G – Gym • S4 – Studio 4 • C – Cycling Studio • SB – Studio B • P – Pool SOCIAL DANCE: Tue, 4-8:15pm, S4 • Thur, 4-6:00pm S4, • Thur, 6:45-8:15pm, S4 • Sat, 11:30-1:30pm, S4 Schedule subject to change.

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Valley | fitness classes

WINTER SCHEDULE

509.535.3554 • Athletic Club Hours Monday thru Friday, 5:30am - 9:00pm Saturday/Sunday, 7:00am - 7:00pm

FEBRUARY 1 – 28

M

T

W

T

CYCLE*

6:00am

F

S

S

HIIT STRENGTH

45 MIN; BRIANNA C

45 MIN; LANA G

BARRE

8:00am

KASSANDRA S

8:30am

AQUA FITNESS

AQUA FITNESS

PARNEY P

BOOTCAMP

9:00am

AQUA FITNESS

PARNEY P

PARNEY P

INDO-ROW/ SHOCKWAVE

MOLLY G

BOOTCAMP 60 MIN; MOLLY G

*Online Class Reservations

STEPHANIE G

CYCLE*

9:15am

CYCLE*

BRITA/JODY C

MOLLY C

BARRE

9:30am

GENTLE YOGA* TISH S

MEEGAN S

CYCLE*

GENTLE YOGA* COURTNEY S

BOOTY BARRE

GENTLE YOGA

YOGA FLOW

MOLLY C

BRITA C

BARRE MEEGAN S

GENTLE YOGA

10:45am

CYCLE 30/ CORE 15*

TISH S

HOLLY S

NATALIE S

50 MIN; COURTNEY S

CYCLE*

12:00pm

45 MIN; DONNA C FEB/MARCH ONLY

CYCLE*

4:45pm

CYCLE*

JODY C

LORI C

BARRE

5:30pm

KASSANDRA S

YOGA

5:45pm

YOGA

KASSANDRA S

6:00pm

AQUA FITNESS

KASSANDRA S

AQUA FITNESS

CLAIRE P

CLAIRE P

LOCATION KEY G – Gym • C – Cycling Studio • S – Studio • P – Pool

TENNIS M

T

W

T LADIES’ LEAGUE

9:00AM - 10:30PM

9:00am

F LADIES’ LEAGUE

4.0+ 9:00AM - 10:30AM

10:30am

S

S

MEGA CARDIO

$13/CLASS/PERSON 9:00 - 10:15AM

PEE-WEES 4-7 YEAR OLDS

$11/CLASS/PERSON 10:30 - 11:00AM

SCRAPPERS 7-9 YEAR OLDS

$12/CLASS/PERSON 10:30AM- 12:00PM

12:00pm 6:00pm

CARDIO TENNIS

$11/CLASS/PERSON 12:00PM

LADIES’ LEAGUE

3.0-4.0 6:00 - 9:00PM

MEN’S LEAGUE

2.5-5.0 6:00 - 9:00PM

Schedule subject to change. For the most current schedule go to www.Spokaneclub.org

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Weddings and Wellness: How One Club Couple Got Fit, Got Married and is Living Happily Ever After!

By Kate Spencer, Editor in Chief

W

hen you think of Spokane Club, do you think of fitness, athletics and personal training? Or, do you think of social events, holiday gatherings and milestone celebrations? Many Club members think of one or the other. Whitney and Mitch Youngs think of both, and use the services of all the Club offers to make their lives fuller, healthier and happier.

Their approach to using the Club for life worked especially well as the couple prepared for their wedding day on September 15, 2018.

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“I used the wedding as some motivation towards HIITing my fitness goals,” says Whitney. “Additionally, we had signed up for the Weight Loss Challenge last year, which was a great way for Mitch and I to both work towards our wedding health goals, while putting a little competition into the whole thing.”

Friendly competition is just one of the shared joys that brought this couple together. They met in 2016 in Cheney while both were students at EWU. Mutual friends introduced them and laughter and love ensued.

Jackie Kiley, the Club’s Catering Director, first met Mitch and Whitney when Mitch was planning his ROTC dinner at the Club. Jackie was immediately taken by the then-dating couple’s friendly, positive attitudes. “They truly are delightful and every time I hear their names, I smile. I’m so pleased they held their wedding at the Club.”

To get into wedding-ready shape, in addition to joining last year’s Weight Loss Challenge with Mitch, Whitney also did six months of personal training with Tim Arndt, the Club’s Personal Training & Conditioning Room Manager.

“I initially chose to work with Tim because I wanted someone who was going to challenge me and also hold me accountable for my choices when it came to my fitness and nutrition.”

Tim did indeed hold Whitney accountable, but he also gave her permission to continue to enjoy her favorite foods on occasion and find her own style of her best life.

“Tim was a perfect fit for me and what I was trying to achieve at the time,” says Whitney. “I never got bored with my workouts. Tim also made it simple to keep my nutrition in check to lose weight/build muscle but maintained that I still needed to be able to have a life and enjoy a cheeseburger and beer every so often.”

“Tim took the time to understand not only my level of current/previous exercise experience but what my knowledge was as far as nutrition and fitness. He built upon what I already knew and bolstered that knowledge to make it more powerful to reach my goals.”

An added bonus was that Whitney was able to leave work, have a wedding meeting with Jackie, then get her workout done just a few steps away on the Athletics side of the Downtown Club.

“It was great to get all of that in one place!”

Getting married at the Club was a pretty great experience for the couple too.

In fact, it was perfect.

“First off, the Spokane Club is such an amazing venue,” says Whitney.

“It’s beautiful, the staff is wonderful to work with, and what you get for your money is unbeatable. Additionally, because Mitch had previously worked with Jackie for his ROTC event and really enjoyed the whole experience, we felt confident of a great outcome. Working with Jackie is always a wonderful experience. She’s so cheerful and always willing to go out of her way to make sure that every event is special.”

There were many special moments for Whitney and Mitch on their wedding day, along with fun memories for the couple and their guests. Whitney recalls some of the highlights.

“For our guests, one of the most popular moments was having the Best Man make an appearance at the reception in a wedding dress, followed by him and I having a dance battle, with Mitch being the prize!”

“Mitch says that his best moment was seeing me come down the aisle. The second best thing for him was having the patio out back for the guys to enjoy cigars and whiskey prior to the ceremony.”

“For me my number one memory--other than marrying Mitch, of course--would be having my bridal party getting ready with me in the Lilac Suite.

It was absolutely perfect and totally relaxing. A big shout out to Stephen for making that happen for us! Overall, the day was such an amazing experience and one that I know is still being talked about by our guests.”

Along with their wedding, and the workouts that got them prepped for the

big event, both Whitney and Mitch have new and growing interests at the Club.

“Mitch’s favorite thing about the Club would have to be the quality of the members,” says Whitney. “He said he feels like he can have a conversation with anyone and they are always friendly.”

“My favorite thing about the Club is the amenities that come along with membership. Not only do you get the opportunity to network and create new friendships, you have the gyms, fitness classes, pools, tennis courts, all of the different events, and so much more.”

“For me, the Club is a great way to fulfill many of my own needs all at once! I can find new ways to be social through the events and fitness classes, experience new foods and wines at the restaurant, or spend time working out in the fitness center or learning to play tennis.”

Thank you Whitney and Mitch for sharing your My Club Story with us!

Do you have a great Club story?

Email Kate Spencer, Marketing & Communications Director at kspencer@spokaneclub.org.

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Fitness | news

Valley Yoga Workshops Candlelight Yoga Sponsored by Yin & Zin, Scout & Cellar wine consultants.

Enjoy a heart opening yoga class surrounded by candles in front of the Club fireplace. This will be a deep, meditative stretch that can help you decrease stress and improve your flexibility. Join Cyndi Slizza Donahue, E-RYT for this relaxing and romantic event by candlelight.

Accessible to all bodies and yoga novices.

Sign up online or by email to events@ spokaneclub.org. For information, call (509) 459-4242.

Tuesday, Febrary 12; 6:30 – 8:00 pm Library; $15

Seasonal Group Fitness Changes The Yoga Side of Healing with Natalie Gauvin Going into surgery. Surviving surgery. Healing quickly from surgery. The healing process is a complex web of pathology, proprioception, immunology, physiology, surgical skill and one’s system of belief. In this workshop we will put it all together into an understandable package called YOGA. Reserve your spot by calling 535-3554 or register online at spokaneclub.org.

The following classes will come off the schedule starting in March but will return next fall.

DOWNTOWN Friday 9:15am Cycle Saturday 9:00am Cycle Sunday 1:30pm Cycle

Monday, February 4; 6:30 – 8:00pm; $10 members & guests; Valley Yoga Studio

Core Strength - The Most Important Strength to Maintain Core strength, or lack of it, will have a direct effect on your quality of life. If the core is strong, posture improves, low back and neck pain are eased, and balance is better and confidence increases. The muscles of the core are just about everything between the knees and the waist - not just the abdomen. In this workshop with Tish Hegel, you will learn how to assess your own core strength, identify the location and function of key muscles and how to strengthen each of the key core muscles with a sequence of Yoga postures. A take home core sequence will be provided.

Please reserve your spot by calling the Valley Sport Shop at 535-3554 or registering online at Spokaneclub.org.

Wednesday, February 20; 6:00 – 7:30 pm $10 Members & Guests; Valley Yoga Studio

Expanded Valley Childcare Winter Hours Childcare is pleased to announce the addition of evening hours in Valley Childcare.

3:30-7:30 pm Tuesday & Thursday. See the full Childcare schedule on Page 39.

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VALLEY Tuesday 12:00pm Cycle (April) Valley Gym closed Sunday, February 17 from 7:00 am – 1:00 pm for instructor training.

New Downtown Class Strength & Conditioning; Friday 5:45 am; with Jenny

Holiday Hours All Group Fitness Classes cancelled Easter Sunday, April 21.

Fitness | personal training

Erin Piibor: The Pursuit of Personal and Shared Excellence

By Kate Spencer, Editor in Chief

T

aking a leap of faith comes with the territory of living a full and interesting life. Erin Piibor, the Club’s newest personal trainer, knows a lot about living that brave, bold life.

Born and raised in Schaumburg, Illinois, Erin attended Indiana State University on a scholarship as the university’s feature baton twirler. While she took the athleticism and spirit-inducing fun of being that star baton twirler, Erin’s intellect was also completely engaged with her university classes. These included lectures and labs in human physiology, biology, anatomy and biomechanics. This harmonious blend of physical and intellectual curiosity, and dedication to helping others meet their personal best, is Erin’s signature style.

“I have always loved physical fitness, says Erin. “I appreciate the importance of education in human movement. After earning a M.S. degree in Exercise Science/ Adult Fitness, I continued teaching various dance, activity and lecture classes in physical education while earning a Master of Public Administration (MPA)

degree. Each time I ventured on a new career path, that journey always seemed to lead me back or further into the fitness industry.”

From the age of 18, Erin earned her way into the fitness industry and has worked practically every job in the field. From the class instructor to front desk clerk, personal trainer and wellness coach to department head and Club manager, Erin has seen it all. One constant remains: “What I love about this work the most is the people. I love working with each individual, getting to know them and finding their needs and wants. Then putting a plan into action for them to achieve their goals and improve their quality of life!”

Erin, her husband Jonas, and their two young boys, Nicholas and Marcus, recently moved to Spokane from Eugene, where they had lived for nearly 10 years. Jonas is the new head tennis coach at Gonzaga University. Nicholas is 9 years old and a 3rd grader at Windsor ElementaryCheney School District. Marcus is 4 years old and attends pre-K at St. Aloysius.

Happily, Spokane is living up to its reputation as a fun and family-friendly place to be.

“Spokane is a neat city!” says Erin “We moved here in September and are both originally from bigger cities. It’s been nice to come to an area that has things to do for our two young children. Just like any new place, it has its ups and downs. Starting over is very hard but we are taking each stride with grace and humility. We are especially excited for what the future has to offer!”

Happily, the present includes the Spokane Club. A natural networker, Erin did her research on Spokane fitness centers when she got to town and called the Club’s GM, John O’ Connor to introduce herself. The two of them had a great conversation and John invited Erin to come for a Club tour. That experience made a terrific impression on Erin.

“I loved the place. Moving forward, I knew I wanted to be part of the Spokane Club, so I contacted the fitness department coordinators to inquire about any available opportunities. The rest is history!”

And the future is bright. We are delighted to have Erin on our outstanding team and look forward to future offerings for our members. And by the way, when Erin throws that happy, virtual baton in the air, Spokane Club is something she celebrates too.

“Spokane Club is so well-rounded! It has kids’ programs, adult fitness, social, style, networking events and great food.

Just looking at our personal training department, the staff is very well-qualified. We all have an immense amount of education and experience that people don’t necessarily see at other facilities.

If you want to make a difference or be a part of something special, this is the place to be!” www.spokaneclub.org | Spring 2019 | 29

Fitness | court sports

Lilac Handball Recap

Spring Basketball League

The Spokane Club hosted the 52nd Annual Lilac Handball Tournament on November 2-4. The Lilac is one of the Club’s longest running traditions and this year’s tournament was another successful chapter in the storied history of the event.

The Club hosted 30 participants across 7 divisions for a weekend filled with quality competition, great comradery, and excellent food and beverages.

Join us for the Club’s Spring Basketball League, which tips off on March 27th! There will be league play every Wednesday through the middle of May, with game times scheduled for 5:30, 6:30, or 7:30. The league entry fee guarantees players 8 games and complimentary draft beer on league nights. Please contact Chase Winkler at 459-4571 x501 or cwinkler@spokaneclub.org to sign up by Wednesday, March 20th. $80 per participant

Divisions and Champions:

Singles Open – Pete Svennungsen Singles A – Jack Cosby Singles B/C – Dominic Schoener Singles 60/70 – Joe McBride Doubles Open/A – Dan Murphy and Fred Schoener Doubles 60+ – Ken Starcher and Tom Laverty Doubles All Age – Blake Casagranda and Sam Atkinson Mark your calendars for The 53rd Annual Lilac Handball Tournament on November 1-3, 2019! We hope to see many of you there to help carry on the tradition of this great event!

Wednesday, March 27 League play begins

Fall Basketball League Champions Congrats to our Fall Basketball League Champions!

A League (Competitive): Casson Rouse, Brady Bagby, Louis Hurd, Brandon Davis, Morgan Maxey, and Rich Tesmer B League (Recreational): Gerhard Muelheims, David Amaro, Jer McGregor, Mason McGregor, Travis Peevey, Ty Poffenroth, Sam Schoesler and Pat Jones

Washington State Singles The Washington Racquetball Association has selected the Spokane Club as the location to host the 2019 Washington State Singles Championships on March 29-31, 2019! As a qualifying event for USAR National Singles, this tournament is sure to attract players from all over the region. All players will receive quality competition, first-class hospitality, complimentary food and beverage, and a tournament souvenir. $75 entry fee for up to two divisions. Use coupon code “EARLY” and register by February 10th to receive $10 off of registration. $30 junior entry fee for up to two divisions. Use coupon code “JUNIOR” during check out to receive the junior discount (age 18 and under as of 1/1/19). Reserve your spot now by registering online at r2sports. com or by contacting Rich Carver at (509) 475-0144 or premierracquet@gmail.com.

See you on the courts! March 29-31

Ugly Sweater Dodgeball

Ugly Sweater 2018 players 30 . Signals | The Spokane Club magazine | Spring 2019

Champions: Teagan Ball, Brady Moore, Nathaniel Bender, Blake Moore, Taylor Naccarato and Mason Stemarie

Eat, Drink and Be Happy at 1910!

Classically elegant and casually cool, your 1910 Restaurant and Bar is the place to relax, restore and unwind.

At 1910 you’ll enjoy Craft Cocktails Locally sourced weekly specials Seasonal menus Friendly, professional staff Home base for social, family, business and play

When you’re here, you’re home!

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Fitness | tennis

“Youth was Served” at the 2018 Member’s Tennis Tourney!

socializing, eating (catered dishes from our Club restaurant) and upstairs second guessing of shot selection and execution is what the event is all about! This year we even featured member Mathew “Matty Ice” Haigh entertaining on guitar while participants ate their Saturday brunch!

A special thanks again to our sponsor of 5 years, Tod Whitman and his My247 Educational Service for giving us the flexibility to provide every competitor with a Spokane Club Tennis hat and a higher standard of food fare!

Dressed appropriately, the Mxd9.0 match went the way of the 2018 Apple Cup! Dawn Eliassen and Cameron William took it from Kirk and Disa Vradenburg This year, one hundred and forty-five competitors vied for the coveted title of 2018 Spokane Club Champion with bragging rights ultimately falling to the young guns! In the Men’s Open flight it was “Dangerous” Danny Denike taking down the wily veteran Mark Sullivan 6-2; 7-6 in an epic battle of the youngest vs the oldest in the draw.

Denike doubled down his singles victory and walked away with the doubles title with partner Tom “Grindhouse” Griner! The women’s open featured two youngsters, Kasie Wilberding, still a youth in my eyes, defeating teen Brook Fager in an action packed match ultimately decided by a match tie-breaker! Hannah Plank and Kellee Bates continued the youth movement by sweeping the women’s open doubles event!

It’s always fun to see the various family combinations of father-son/daughter, mother-daughter/son, grandfather-grandson competing and making this a true family event. Although the on court tennis is the primary focus for this annual event, off court

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4.0 champ Kellee Bates photo bombs M3.5 finalist Carl Warring and champ Sean Lumsden

Steve Laberson and Mark Sullivan digging in to a Friday feast!

Janie Slater leads the way for Collette and Disa!

Fitness | tennis

8.0 champs Jerry Henderson/Kyle Williams

Mxd8.0 Mother/Son 8.0 champs Tricia/ Max Ellingsen

Mops: Mark Sullivan and Danny Denike after a well fought match!

Here is a complete list of our 2018 Club Champions: Men’s 7.0 Doubles Jeff Gillespie/Bruce Johnson def Clint Marvel/Bill Schultz 6-2;6-2

Women’s 6.0 Doubles Terri Dahm/Sue Boinski won R/R

Women’s 4.0 Kellee Bates won R/R

Men’s 8.0 Doubles Kyle Williams/Jerry Henderson won in a Round Robin (R/R)

Women’s 7.0 Doubles Laura Temby/Alyissa Fitzgerald def Karen Henderson Patti Marvel 6-7;6-1;10-1

Women’s Open Kasie Wilberding def Brook Fager 5-7;6-3;10-2

Men’s Open Doubles Danny Denike/Tom Griner won R/R

Women’s 8.0 Joanne Berg/Lori Nicol won R/R

Mixed 7.0 Doubles Kathy and son Michael Dix def John/ Kristen Bumgarner 7-6;6-4

Men’s 3.5 Singles Sean Lumsden def Steve Lamberson 6-1; 6-3

Women’s Open Doubles Kellee Bates/Hannah Plank won R/R

Mixed 8.0 Doubles Tricia and son Max Ellingsen won R/R

Womens 3.5 Singles Collette Jarvelin def Sarra Puzankova 6-4;6-2

Mixed 9.0 Cameron Williams/Dawn Eliassen won R/R

Men’s Open Singles Danny Denike def Mark Sullivan 6-3;7-6

Congrats to all of our Members Only Tournament Winners and Participants!

Kellee Bates and patner Hannah Plank took the WOpen title!

WSU/UW: Gardner Minshew Madness came to the club as Sheryl Traum teamed with Andi Hart

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Fitness | tennis

Club Invitational Kicked Off 2019 USTA Competition

South Perry Pizza’s Paula Siok.

Thanks for the great food!

Meet the Zags Come meet, watch, and HIT with coaches Jonas Piibor, Cesar Vargas and the 2019 GU Men’s Tennis Team!

We will start the evening with a training demonstration, have a raffle to play with ZAG partner and a tennis Mixer with ZAGS players. Followed by a catered social and more! Contact Jeff at jurie@ spokaneclub.org and sign up today!

Friday, February 1; 6:00 – 9:00 pm $22 Members; $30 Guests

Valentine’s Mixer

Tom Griner enjoying South Perry Pizza between matches (Grindhouse, save some for us!)

Bring your special someone to our annual Valentine’s Tennis Mixer where you will get some exercise, have a nice meal and share some laughs!

This spectactular event costs $24/ person and can be yours by signing up in the Valley, by contacting Jeff at jurie@ spokaneclub.org or by calling 535-3554.

Friday, February 8; $24 per person

The musical stylings of the Busch Brothers entertained players as they ate!

Cooper Anderson carried old man Urie (sorry about da Saints!) to the Men’s Open championship! Cooper also made it to the singles finals!

Cardio Tennis Every Wednesday at noon and Saturdays at 9am! Call 535-3554 to save a spot!

Priest Lake Cabins For All-Season Fun and Adventure!

Whatever the season, these Priest Lake cabins offer waterfront fun for everyone! Whether it’s a family reunion, or a private retreat both cabins sleep 8 and are fully equipped with all the amenities you’ll need to make your time at the lake extra special.

Cost is $2,900 per week, per cabin.

To learn more about these cabins, please contact the owners, John or Jeannie at theaussiems@gmail.com.

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Swimmer of the Month Swimmer of the month was started to publicly recognize the accomplishments of our Swim Team participants. Congrats to our December swimmers and keep up the good work!

Caroline – December 2018 Caroline was nominated because of her desire to learn and excitement to swim.

Swim Team

The Spokane Club Swim Team is designed to introduce youth to the enjoyment of competitive swimming. The focus will be introduction of new stroke techniques while building endurance. All four Olympic strokes, starts, and turns will be introduced and practiced. The program is year-round with optional swim meets at least once per month.

The Spokane Club Swim Team is a spirited, family-based swim team committed to providing a well-rounded swim experience balancing community, sportsmanship, and overall enjoyment with high quality instruction, individual skill development, and a competitive team oriented environment. The coach will constantly work to help swimmers enhance all four competitive strokes, improve racing techniques, build self-confidence, become good team members, and learn that winning and succeeding are not always the same thing. Contact Coach Chris to sign up. *Note: All prices are plus tax.

Silver – $40* Practice times: Mon/Wed, 4:30 – 5:00 pm Great for new swim team members-introduction to swim team drills, strokes and competitions; Prerequisites: Swim 25 yards freestyle, backstroke Gold – $45* Mon/Wed 5:00 – 6:00 pm; Tue 5:30 – 6:30 Great for continuing swim team members; Prerequisites: Swim 50 yards freestyle, backstroke and breastroke; coach’s approval

Taylor – December 2018 Taylor was nominated because of her love of the sport and infectious attitude.

Charli – January 2019 Charli was nominated because of her excitement for swimming and her work ethic.

Platinum – $45* Mon/Wed 6:00 – 7:00 pm; Tue 5:30 – 6:30 Great for swimmers wanting more competition as well as strength and conditioning to take their swimming to the next level. Platinum members will have both swimming, and resistance training; Prerequisites: Coach’s approval Optional all team lifeguard led practice Mon/Wed 4:30 – 5:30 pm; Thur 5:30 – 6:30 pm; Sat 9:00 – 10:00 am Practice will be cancelled on school holidays and any snow related school cancellations.

Optional swim meet dates: February 15 • March 15 • April 19 May 10 –Championship B Meet • May 17-Championship A Meet

Ellie – January 2019 Ellie was nominated because of her attitude and her drive to always improve. www.spokaneclub.org | Spring 2019 | 35

Fitness | aquatics

Preschool Advanced (Ages 3-5) Prerequisites: Preschool Beginner Exit Skills Designed for kids who can swim independently but need more stroke refinement Exit Skills (required to advance to next level): Front Crawl-25 ft, Back Crawl-25 ft, side breathing, elementary backstroke-25 ft, breaststroke kick, treading water, 30 seconds, Jump in and return to wall without assistance.

Beginner (Ages 5+) Spokane Club Swim School The Spokane Club Swim School takes traditional American Red Cross swim lessons and transforms them into exactly what your child needs. Our certified instructors will follow best practices to get your child to swim like a fish. Every class will consist of new learning opportunities and the instructor will communicate directly with you to ensure your child is progressing to the best of their ability.

We offer both Private and Group classes for ages 3 and up. Classes are available Downtown and in the Valley. Must receive cancellation by the Friday before the first day of class to avoid $10 cancellation fee.

How to Sign Up for Swim School: 1. Pick your session 2. Pick your top 2 times in the open time period 3. Call Aquatics at 509-459-4571 x513 4. Give your child’s name, age, and skill level 5. Give your name and return phone number 6. We will set up classes a week prior and try to accommodate requested times

Toddler Independence (Ages 2-3)

Preschool Beginner (Ages 4-5)

Introduces young children, ages 2-3, to group experiences in the water without the assistance of parents. Activities include specialized pool games, instructional swim and supervised play time.

Swim diapers are required if your child is not potty trained.

Exit skills (required to advance to next level): Put face in water and blow bubbles, front/back float 3 seconds (with assistance), jump in with assistance

Prerequisites: Toddler Independence Exit Skills or age 4+ Designed for the child’s first lesson away from mom and dad with the goal of becoming comfortable in the water.

Exit Skills (required to advance to next level): Submerge 5 times, kick on front/back, backfloat (10 sec), frontfloat (10 sec), Swim independently 5 feet, Jump in without assistance.

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Prerequisites: None Designed for older kids that have never had a formal swim lesson.

Exit Skills (required to advance to next level): Submerge 10 times, kicking on front/back (10 sec), float on back/ front (10 sec), swim unassisted 10 ft, jump in and return to wall without assistance.

Intermediate (Ages 5+ or graduate from Preschool Advanced) Prerequisites: Beginner exit skills, or Preschool Advanced exit skills Designed for older kids who can swim independently but need more stroke refinement Exit Skills (required to advance to next level): Front crawl 25 yards, backstroke 25 yards, Breaststroke kick, side breathing, treading water 1 min, jump in and return to wall without assistance

Fitness | aquatics

Downtown Lessons

(*Sales tax will be added to all lessons)

Monday/Wednesday Lessons

Feb 4 – 27; $42* 3:30-6:30 pm

No class Feb 18

March 4 – 27; $48* 3:30-6:30 pm

April 8 – May 1; $48* 3:30-6:30 pm

May 6 –29; $42* 3:30-6:30 pm

No class May 27

Valley Lessons Monday/Wednesday Lessons

Feb 4 – 27; $42* 9:30-11:30 am No class Feb 18

March 4 – 27; $48* 9:30-11:30 am

April 8 – May 1; $48* 9:30-11:30 am

Plunge Party!

Need a night out? Drop your kids off at the pool and enjoy a well-deserved break. Your kids will have a great time with crafts, games, and swimming, all while watching a movie. Dinner will be provided.

Drop off will be available at 5:00 in front of the studio B. The pool will open at 5:15 and the movie starts at 5:45. Please make sure to check your children in with the Life Guard and out again at the end of the night. The event will be over and we kindly ask that children be picked up promptly at 8:30.

• Children under the age of 3 must be accompanied by an adult.

• Children 3 years of age will be required to wear a life jacket • All children must be potty trained Please call the pool at 459-4571 x513 to register and save your space today! All participants must be registered prior to the event.

Thursday, February 14; 5:00 – 8:30 pm; Movie: Small Foot Friday, May 3; 5:00 – 8:30 pm; Movie: Ralph Wrecks the Internet Cost: $12 for the first child and $5 for each additional.

May 6 –29; $42* 9:30-11:30 am

No class May 27

Tuesday/Thursday Lessons

Feb 5 – 28; $42* 3:30-6:30 pm

No class Feb 14

March 5 – 28; $48* 3:30-6:30 pm

April 9 – May 2; $48* 3:30-6:30 pm

May 7 – 30; $48* 3:30-6:30 pm

Saturday Lessons in the Valley

(*Sales tax will be added to all lessons)

Feb 2 – 23; $24* 9:30-11:30 am

March 2 – 23; $24* 9:30-11:30 am

April 12 – 28; $18* 9:30-11:30 am

May 3 – 17; $18* 9:30-11:30 am

Private Swim Lessons (ages 6 mos +) Children – One-on-one instruction is a great way to get your child familiar with the water and ready for group lessons. Lessons are $25 per half hour for one child and $5 for each additional child.

Adult – Whether you are training for a triathlon, uncomfortable in the water, or just looking for some stroke technique, private lessons might just be for you. Lessons are $35 per half-hour.

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Family | happenings

VALENTINE’S CUPCAKE DECORATING DOWNTOWN

Ages 4 & up

Friday, February 8 5:30 – 7:00 pm $7

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Family | happenings

Valentine’s Cupcake Decorating (Ages 4 and up) We will be making a fun Valentine themed cupcake to eat and one to take home (unless we eat that too!) This class will be divided by age group so the younger ones can have a simpler project to make and we can have a more complex one for the older kids. Reservations are required 48 hours in advance. Call childcare or email Tracey tkauffman@ spokaneclub.org 509-459-4571 x515.

Friday, February 8; 5:30–7:00 pm Cost: $7 per child

Expanded Valley Childcare Winter Hours Childcare is pleased to announce the addition of evening hours in Valley Childcare. We will be open from 3:307:30 pm Tuesday & Thursday.

The regular morning hours of 8:30 am-12:30 pm Monday through Saturday will continue as well.

See the full schedule below.

Any questions? Contact Tracey at tkauffman@spokaneclub.org

Easter Candy Making Class

FRIDAY, APRIL 19; 5:30-7:00 Come and join us for a fun time making tasty treats. We will make a variety of treats at different skill levels (ages 4 and up). We will try not to eat them all so we can put them in our basket! We will also have snacks to eat while we are making the candy. Class will be held in the youth lounge downtown. Reservations required.

Email Tracey at tkauffman@spokaneclub.org.

$8 PER CHILD

CHILDCARE SCHEDULES MONDAY

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8:00 am 12:30 pm

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Ages 1-12: 3 hours max use per day; Ages 0-1: 2 hours max use per day

Reservations required 24 hours in advance for ages under 1 year and only available Downtown from 8:00-5:00 weekdays and 10:30-12:30 on Saturdays and at the Valley location from 8:45-12:00 weekdays, and 10:00-12:00 on Saturdays. www.spokaneclub.org | Spring 2019 | 39

Family | happenings

Valley Summer Camps

Kids Camps!

(Ages 5 and up)

Our camps are a great place for kids to have a fun filled day of activities. We have arts and crafts projects, gym and court time, swimming, and lots of fun! Lunch is not provided but may be ordered from the deli or you may bring a sack lunch. No peanut products. Day camps are held at our Downtown location. Email Tracey at tkauffman@spokaneclub.org to sign up. Limited space so sign up early! $6 per hour per child; 20% off for additional siblings; extra fee for early or late pickup

President’s Day Camp Monday, February 18 Time 8:00-5:00, early drop off at 7:30 and late pick up available upon request.

Downtown Spring Break Camp Join us for a week of spring time fun! We will make spring themed art projects, play games, run in the gym, swim, have lots of fun, and make great memories!

Monday – Friday; April 1 – 5 Time 8:00-5:00, early drop off at 7:30 and late pick up available upon request.

Each week of summer camp is a different fun theme. We will make projects, play games in the gym, climb the wall, play outside, swim, and make new friends! Our days are filled with activities and endless fun!

Sign up for swim lessons for $5 per child per day when in camp.

Sign up for Tennis camps and we will get the kids to and from their camps.

Discount given for kids signed up for a full week of kids camps the same week as tennis camp.

Camps Begin Friday June 14 Registration begins April 1st

Errand Day Every Day! Choose your time slot during any of the weekday hours we are open.

Maximum stay 3 hours. Infants may stay for 2 hours max.

Reservations are required. Call Downtown Childcare at 459-4571 x515.

Cost: $8 per hour first child, $5 per hour each additional sibling, Infants are an additional $1 per hour.

Birthday Parties at the Club

Bring your child and their friends to the Club and let us help with the party planning!

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Egg Hunt VALLEY

& Petting Zoo

Saturday, April 20 1:00 to 3:00pm $15++ per child Free for adults

Kids will get to meet new friends at the Petting Zoo with rescued animals from 2nd Chance Ranch.

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Spokane Club: Best Venue in Spokane, Hands Down!

“We chose the Spokane Club for our wedding venue for its historic charm and its perfect location in downtown Spokane. But the real treat ended up being how incredible the staff at the Spokane Club was! Jackie Kiley and her team were truly UNBELIEVABLE. If you have a wedding in Spokane, I would HIGHLY recommend the Spokane Club.

It was the best decision we made for the entire wedding!” – Caroline Klein Contact Jackie Kiley, Catering Director (509) 459.4237 or jkiley@spokaneclub.org