1All programs require written reservations. Please mail, fax (212.403.6621), e-mail (rsvp@pennclubny.org), or register on the Web site (www.pennclub.org) to reserve. E-mail events@pennclubny.org only for questions about events.

Must Attend: Donny Deutsch, Television Host and Chairman, Deutsch Inc. |

Why attend? Make your entrepreneurial dreams come true.

Monday, January 10th, 7:00 p.m. Donny Deutsch is Chairman of one of the nation’s top advertising agen-cies, Deutsch Inc., a multi-billion dollar full-service agency whose prestigious clients include Micro-soft, PNC Financial Services Group, DIRECTV, Volkswagen, Eastman Kodak Company, HTC, Dr. Pepper and Sony PlayStation. Donny played host to some of America’s most influential entrepreneurs and business titans on his long-running CNBC talk show The Big Idea. He has also authored two business motivation books, Often Wrong, Never in Doubt and

most recently The Big Idea: How to Make Your Entrepre-neurial Dreams Come True, From the ‘Aha’ Moment to Your First Million. Donny played an integral role in politics as a lead member of the Clinton/Gore campaign team in 1992. He is a graduate of the Wharton School at the University of

Pennsylvania and serves on the Executive Commit-

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In This Issue2 General Manager’s Corner

3 Young Alumni Speed Dating

3 John and Kira’s Chocolate Tasting

4 Class Happy Hours

5 Inter Club Events

6 Intra Clubs

HapPENNings Calendar

Networking

Learning

Healthy

Entertainment

ArTICleICons

See at a glance what each article means for you!

Drinks

Dining

Snacks

Don’t miss the Kids’ Luncheon: Our Future Members, on Thursday,

December 30th,12:00 p.m.See page 7 for details

robert Burns supper |Friday, January 21st. Reception (with single malt scotch tasting), 6:00 p.m. Dinner (with ceremonies), 7:00 p.m.

The Penn Club will honor the spirit of Scottish poet Robert Burns at a traditional celebration of Burns’ birthday. Not to be missed—but certainly not for the faintheart-ed—the evening will also include the parade of the Haggis, accompanied by reading of Burns’ poem “Address to a Haggis”—a mainstay of many Burns dinners. For the uninitiated, Haggis is a Scottish pudding comprised of organ meat, oatmeal and onions, traditionally cooked in a sheep’s

stomach, which is ceremonially sliced open with a sword at Burns dinners. It is said to be an acquired taste. Fortunately, the rest of the evening will include a Scottish-inspired menu that would have caused Burns himself to wax poetic. Rest as-sured that the Penn Club will have enough fine Scotch whisky on hand for you to invoke your own poetic impulses. Menu:❖ Appetizer Scottish Smoked Salmon Celeriac and Apple Salad and Micro Greens Cock a Leekie Soup❖ Entrée Roast Tenderloin of Beef Braised Local Kale with Smoked Bacon❖ Dessert Scottish Strawberry Triffle$79.00 plus tax and service charge (includes meal, scotch tasting and bagpipe music). For reservations, call Tony Kontos at 212.403.6628 or e-mail tkontos@pennclubny.org or RSVP on line. Please note there is a 48-hour cancellation policy in effect for this event.

Penn Club Annual Holiday Party! |

Why attend? To celebrate the Holidays withyour Penn Club Members!

Thursday, December 9th, 5:00-9:00 p.m.

A Spirited Celebration at Your Club!

Get in the spirit of the Holidays at your home away from home in New York City! After a day at the office or shopping for someone special, plan to join your friends at the Penn Club and attend the Annual Members’ Holiday Party. Enjoy a fabulous complimentary selection of drinks and hors d’oeuvres while mingling with fellow members in the Main Dining Room.

Don’t forget to pick up a new unwrapped toy for the Toys for Tots campaign of the United States Marine

Corps and bring it to the party.

RSVPs required and the limit is one guest per member. Please include your guest’s name.

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tee of University of Pennsylvania’s School of Social Policy & Practice as well as the Board of Directors for the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research.$38 plus tax and service charge per member (includes one hour open bar) and $53 plus tax and service charge per guest by January 3rd at noon. $48 plus tax and service charge per member and $63 plus tax and service charge per guest for late reservations.

The Essential New York Times Cookbook: Classic Recipes for a New Century |by Amanda Hesser

Why attend? Because you love to read, cook and bake!

Tuesday, January 18th, 7:00 p.m. Amanda Hesser spent six years cooking her way through the New York Times’ recipe archive—the world’s most extensive collection, with recipes going

back more than 150 years—to create a cook-book unlike any other. In The Essential New

York Times Cookbook Hesser highlights more than 1,000 of the paper’s best recipes: the book includes dishes from some of our most beloved cooks, includ-ing Maida Heatter, Nigella Lawson, Eric

Ripert, Rose Levy Beranbaum, Julia Child, Mark Bittman, Marcella Hazan, David Chang and Jamie Oliver.This is the book every cook has been waiting for: a painstakingly researched, entertainingly written, and unfailingly lively compendium that gathers up both modern and classic recipes. The book is organized into eighteen chap-ters, including drinks, hors d’oeuvres, soups, vegetables, pasta, fish and shellfish, poultry and game, beef, breads and desserts. There are timelines that launch every chapter, serving

suggestions with most of the recipes, and full menus for more than fifty occasions, such as Super Bowl Sunday and dinner out on the patio, as well as sparkling essays and headnotes that place each recipe in a fuller context—and cooking tips that tell you everything from how to roll out pie dough (chill it first) to how to turn meatballs (use an icing spatula) to how to bring out the best flavor in stews (cook them a day in advance).In short, The Essential New York Times Cook-book is a cookbook for loyal fans of the Times Dining section, first-time home cooks looking for a single volume of reliable recipes, and food lovers eager to uncover the surprises of America’s culinary past. It is a must-have addition to every cookbook library. Books will be for sale.$34 plus tax and service charge per member (includes snacks and one beverage per person) and $49 plus tax and service charge per guest by January 11th at noon. $44 plus tax and service charge per member and $59 plus tax and service charge per guest for late reservations.

G E N E R A L M A N A G E R ’ SCorner

In the days immediately following Thanksgiving, the Penn Club magically transforms as we roll out all of the trim-mings of the Holiday Season. As the years have advanced and the Club has matured, the festive excitement of this grand time has grown in the hearts of our members, guests and staff. The Clubhouse comes alive with activities where old friendships are rekindled, new acquaintances are made, families are reunited and a general feeling of peace and happiness is infused into our lives. There is a level of refresh-ment that comes upon us at this time of year, and we hope it will carry forward into the coming year.It is at this unique time of year that the Penn Club becomes a focal point in the lives of so many of our members. Holiday shoppers come in to rest their weary feet by the fireplace, busy office workers congregate to wish each other good cheer, members and their guests partake of our members’ holiday Party and smiles are abound. Whatever your plans are for this Holiday Season, I encourage you to make the Penn Club a part of them. If those plans include a social, business or family gathering in one of our banquet spaces, I would like to urge you to make your reservations as soon as possible. These areas are heavily used during this special time of year, and we do not want to disappoint anyone.By now, you have all received an invitation to contribute to our Penn Club Employees’ Holiday Fund. Your generous support has allowed the Fund to grow larger each year, and I sincerely hope this year will be no exception. Your thoughtful generosity is deeply appreciated by all of the staff members who share in the Fund, and I personally

thank you for your kind consideration.Since this is a combined issue of HapPENNings, I would wish each and every one of you a very happy, healthy and prosperous 2011. Each New Year brings with it new hopes, opportunities and challenges, and I am sure this year will be no exception. With each of these shifts, please keep in mind that the Penn Club will always remain a constant refuge and a safe haven for you. You will always find a comforting environment within our walls.One of the traditions of a new year is the making of resolutions. As the clock slips into 2011 keep in mind that the Penn Club may very well be helpful in keeping your resolution. Whether is was a promise to reconnect with a lost friend or estranged family member, a decision to finally shed those few extra pounds, or thoughts of a job or career change, the Penn Club may well serve your purposes.In closing, I would like to extend a personal invitation to you to take part in an event that is near and dear to me — our Annual Robert Burns Dinner. This is one of those random thoughts that floated into my head several years ago, and it has grown into one of those traditions that just should not be missed. Our Burns Supper has become the epitome of good cheer, good fellowship, good food, good drink and good times. This year’s event will take place on Friday, Janu-ary 21, 2011. I do hope to see many of you there.My staff and I are excited to be a part of your life at the Penn Club. Its status as a Platinum Club of America is a source of great pride to all of us. We are eager to welcome you often to your home-away-from-home in New York.

—Peter M. Homberg, CCM

Welcome New October MembersMs. Adrienne Lloyd AdlerMr. Harvinder AnandMr. David H. BairMr. Hugh BartonMs. Drew BassMrs. Donna Berns

Dr. Jeffrey S. BernsMs. Stephanie L. BogartMr. John W. Brooks, Jr.Ms. Cricket BrosiusMr. Keith Eric CantonMrs. Marjorie P. Cohen

Dr. Robert H. Cohen, VMDMr. Marc S. CoopermanMs. Lauralynn DruryMs. Noelle Ashley DunphyDr. Diane E. EynonMr. Jeremy A. Fraenkel

Mr. Geoffrey S. FrankelMr. Thomas A. GalvinMs. Maren GaughanMs. Carol Pooser GreenbergMr. Montgomery Harris, IIIDr. Edward S. KatzMrs. Cristina Viray KeetonMr. William T. KinnellyMr. Nicolas Marchand

Mrs. Therese MarmionMr. Guillermo MarroquinMs. Amy Kaitlin MattaMs. Lauren Harrar McMichaelMs. Christianna Hannum MillerMr. David James MillerMr. Ralph P. MoneyMr. Michael MonuMr. Bradley W. Moore

Dr. Katherine Sledge MooreMr. Vikas MuraliMr. Colman O’MurchuMr. Jose M. OrtegaMr. Michael F. PageMr. Michael George PhillipsMr. John J. PurcellMr. Richard S. PzenaMrs. Robin M. Pzena

Mrs. Sharon Golden QuainDr. Jagmohan S. RajuMs. Katherine Iverson RedfieldMr. Michael RhodesMr. Travis Alan RossmanMr. Ian Jeremy SandlerDr. Jac David ScheinerMs. Sydney ScottMr. Robert Shaw, Jr.

Mr. Hossam ShobokshiMr. Michael SwiskayMs. Melissa F. von StadeMr. John Edward WegmannMs. Jacquelyn A. WoodMr. Peter WrightMs. Joanna Ye

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3All programs require written reservations. Please mail, fax (212.403.6621), e-mail (rsvp@pennclubny.org), or register on the Web site (www.pennclub.org) to reserve. E-mail events@pennclubny.org only for questions about events.

real estate Investing Panel |Why attend? Learn about New York City real estate and how it’s doing in thedistressed market.

Monday, January 25th, 7:00 p.m. Join the Real Estate Investing Intra Club for the Annual Real Estate Panel at the Penn Club.  In response to cur-rent trends in the New York City real estate market, our panel of experts will discuss the fundamentals of and opportunities in today’s distressed market.$35 per member and $45 per guest by January 18th at noon. $45 per member and $55 per guest walk-in.

All-Ivy Alumni speed Dating |Why attend? You want to date!

Tuesday, February 1st, 6:30 p.m. registration, 7:00 p.m. dating. Are you between the ages of 21 and 34, single and ready to mingle? Then come to the Penn Club All-Ivy Speed Dating event and meet other eligible singles! Two people are placed together for a few minutes at a time before moving on to a new partner; these dates are designed to help people make fast first impressions which is perfect for young, busy profes-sionals! The only requirement is that you have to sign-up with a friend of the opposite sex to guarantee your spot—if you choose to sign-up individually, you will be placed on a waiting list until we have an equal number of guys to gals.

$50 plus tax and service charge per member (includes snacks, an open bar reception before the event begins and an open bar reception during inter-mission) and $65 plus tax and service charge per guest by January 25th at noon. $70 plus tax and service charge per member and $75 plus tax and service charge per guest for late reservations. Includes snacks, an open bar reception before the event begins and an open bar reception during intermission. Reservations are required and space is limited.

John & Kira’s Chocolate Tasting |Why attend? Learn about sustainability, entrepreneurship, chocolate and Valentine’s Day!

Tuesday, February 8th, 7:00 p.m. Join John & Kira’s for a pre-Valentine’s Day chocolate tasting at the Penn Club! John & Kira’s is a socially innovative choco-late company dedicated to both making and selling world class confections and promoting positive social change.Co-founders John Doyle and Kira Baker-Doyle, C’97, MSD’99, PHD’08, both felt the itch to start an en-trepreneurial venture back in September, 2000. John,

after a short stint in banking, made a career switch into the kitchen at various restaurants in Manhattan and Philadelphia. Kira was complet-ing a Masters in Education at Penn and working closely with an urban school garden project in West Philadelphia.After over a year of research and experimentation, the pair developed an all natural line of chocolates so delicious and unique that Gourmet Magazine placed them on the front cover of their publication in 2003, and praised them as their ‘favorite chocolates’. John & Kira’s quickly became nationally known as a premiere gourmet chocolate company in the United States, both for their fresh confections and their pioneering social mission.The signature line of chocolate ganache squares features ingredients from sustainable artisan food growers local to their Philadelphia chocolate studio, across the country and around the world.They highlight:•freshmintgrowninurbanschoolgardenprogramsinPhiladelphia

and DC that teach students about nutrition and agriculture•honeyfromfamily-runDraper’sApiariesinPApairedwithorganic

lavender•lemongrassfromabiodynamic&organicfarmpreservingheirloom

crops in CASince the 2003 Gourmet Magazine article, John & Kira’s concept and the company have grown steadily. They have expanded their chocolate line to include chocolate ladybugs and chocolate filled figs from an organic, family-owned farm in Spain. Their chocolates have even been featured on the Martha Stewart Show and in Oprah Magazine.  Come meet John Doyle and Julie Yannalfo, C’04, of John & Kira’s for what will prove to be an enjoyable tasting and learning experience!$35 plus tax and service charge per member (includes chocolate tasting and one beverage per person) and $50 plus tax and service charge per guest by January 1st at noon. $45 plus tax and service charge per mem-ber and $60 plus tax and service charge per guest for late reservations. Includes chocolate tasting and one beverage per person. For reservations, e-mail events@pennclubny.org or fax 212-403-6621 or RSVP online.

EV ENTS AT THE PENN CLUB

Dine and Unwind PackageExperience the ultimate Winter retreat at The Penn Club as the seasons begin to change, the weather cools off and the leaves begin to fall in New York City. Available Monday through Friday through December 31st, 2010, the Dine and Unwind Package includes one night’s stay, a continental breakfast for two and a five-course dinner in the Main Dining Room from Chef Smoor’s market tasting menu for two complete with

dessert, coffee/tea and our house selection of two glasses of red/white wine or champagne! At just $350.00 plus tax and service charge, this is a great way to enjoy the winter weather! Please call the front desk at 212.403.6533 to make your reservation.

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new York Knicks vs. Philadelphia 76ers |Sunday, February 6th, 12:00 p.m. We’re excited to offer our members a special discount on New York Knicks vs. Philadelphia 76ers tickets! These tickets in ex-

tremely high demand and are selling rapidly so please RSVP as soon as possible. Please note that ticket requests do not guarantee tickets.$60.00 per person. Final Sale. Ticket requests due January 28th at noon.

new York rangers vs. Philadelphia Flyers |Sunday, January 16th , 7:00 p.m. or Sunday, February 20th, TBD. We’re excited to offer our members a special discount on New York Rangers vs. Philadelphia Flyers

tickets! These tickets in extremely high demand and are selling rapidly so please RSVP as soon as possible. Please note that ticket requests do not guarantee tickets.$115.00 per person. Final Sale. Ticket requests due by noon on December 20th or January 31st, respectively.

Penndulums Community service |Come attend our next community service luncheon on Wednesday, January 5th in the Grill Room at 12:30 p.m.

“Service to others is the rent you pay for your room here on Earth.” —Muhammad Ali.This past fall we had a wonderful meeting learning about adventure tourism and sustainable living with Emma Kirwan and her organiza-tion, Peaks Over Poverty. If you would like to learn about her organi-zation but were unable to attend, please visit their Web site at www.peaksoverpoverty.org. All members and their guests are welcome at our meetings and events. Please join us for lively discussions and commu-nity service. We look forward to meeting you.Upcoming Meetings: March 2nd and April 27th (time and location TBD). Please mark your calendars! RSVP@pennclubny.org by January 3rd at noon to sign-up for lunch in the Grill Room.

All Ivy/All Welcome Blood and Coat DrivesWednesday, January 5th, March 2nd and April 27th, 7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Location: MetLife Donor Center, 200 Park Avenue, Second Floor. To participate, please contact Paul M. Durso at penndulums@gmail.com. If you are

unable to donate at the MetLife Donor Center, you are welcome to participate at your convenience by using our group #63741.Thank you for your continued support of our service efforts. Every contribution is appreciated. Cherie Quain, Founder; Paul M. Durso, Web Master. www.penndulums.blogspot.com

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C L A S S ( Y )HAPPY H O U R S !

reciprocal ClubsPenn Club members have access to over 250 reciprocal clubs worldwide. Two such examples are the reciprocal clubs below.

The American Club Hong KongIn a city of many interesting and world class organizations, The American Club Hong Kong distinctively stands alone with the highest of quality. The American Club is the only member-owned club in Hong Kong that owns both town and country club-houses with extensive food and

beverage, and fitness and recreation, facilities.The Town Club offers business entertainment in the heart of the City with breathtaking views from its prestigious and convenient location at the top of Exchange Square Two in Central. The Country Club is a world class haven for all in the family, set on 3.5 lavish acres in beautiful Tai Tam, on the southeastern shore of Hong Kong Island and overlooking the South China Sea.Please call +852 2842 7400, visit www.americanclubhk.com, or e-mail member.services@americanclubhk.com for additional information or to make reservations.

The Union League Club of ChicagoDiscover a Chicago traditionóvisit the Union League Club of Chicago the next time youíre in town. The Club is located in the heart of the financial district and is over 130 years old. The 24-story clubhouse is comprised of 182 guestrooms and suites, a fully equipped Business Information Center, conference rooms, a library, and an internationally-known art collection. Guests also have access to the Club’s extensive athletic facilities at no additional charge. Their swimming pool, fitness center, free-weight room, tanning beds, steam room, sauna, and racquet sports

courts are available for your use. Those who want to take advantage of spa services such as massages, manicures and pedicures can also make an appointment for a fee. Call 800.443.0578 for additional information or to make reservations. For a Letter of Introduction to any of our reciprocal clubs, please contact Barbara Nevels at 212.403.6620 or e-mail bnevels@pennclubny.org.

➤ MONTHLY HAPPY HOURS: Mark your calendar to meet and connect with members over $2 draft specials! Specials are available from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m., however, please plan to arrive between 6:30 and 7:30 p.m. to maximize your chances of running into old friends and making new ones. ➤ If you are interested in organizing and facilitating the gatherings, please let us know. We want to recruit at least three leaders per class decade to promote these events and help attendees network at each monthly session.

➤ Class of 1970s-and-Before Happy Hour: Every 2nd Thursday of the month in the Franklin Living Room (Dec 9th; Jan 13th)

➤ Class of 1980s Happy Hour: Every 4th Thursday of the month in the Grill Room (December 23rd; January 27th)

➤ Class of 1990s Happy Hour: Every 1st Thursday of the month in the Grill Room (December 2nd; January 6th)

➤ Class of 2000s Happy Hour: Every 3rd Thursday of the month in the Grill Room (December 16th; January 20th)

Please RSVP for headcount purposes.

5All programs require written reservations. Please mail, fax (212.403.6621), e-mail (rsvp@pennclubny.org), or register on the Web site (www.pennclub.org) to reserve. E-mail events@pennclubny.org only for questions about events.

Princeton Club(15 West 43rd Street)

The Annual Inter-Club Snow Ball |

Saturday, January 29th, 9:00 p.m.–1:00 a.m. Please join us for our annual winter celebration as we dance the night away and mingle with friends of all ages from our fellow clubs. Our fantastic live band will keep the party going all night long with your favorite hits, from swing to Motown, disco to funk, and the best songs of today, as you sip cocktails from our open bar. Delight your palate with an array of hot and cold hors d’oeuvres and our delicious dessert buffet.

$110 includes tax and gratuity, full open bar, hors d’oeuvres and dessert. $125 after Friday, January 14th, at noon. All reservations are final sale. Advanced reserva-tions are required by Wednesday, January 26th at noon. No walk-ins will be admitted. Please note that attire is black tie or cocktail; gentlemen must wear jackets.

Harvard Club(27 West 44th Street)

All-Ivy Mistletoe Mixer |

Monday, December 13th, 6:00-9:00 p.m. Be sure to set aside Monday, December 13th, from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m., for the ever-popular, always sold-out, All-Ivy Mistle-toe Mixer for all ages, when Harvard Club members can meet other members of our sister Ivy Clubs over unlimited wine, beer soft drinks, and Chef Angelo’s super-outstanding buffet of hot and cold hors d’oeuvres (all included in the admission price). There will be a cash bar for other libations. As the name suggests, sprigs of mistletoe will be placed here and there in Harvard Hall to lend a dash of excitement to the evening.

$40 per person including tax and service. Price includes food and open bar reception. Reservations are required and space is limited.

Save the Date

Thursday, February 3rd 1990s Happy HourSunday, February 6th NBA: Knicks GameThursday, February 10th 1970s and Before Happy Hour Monday, February 14th Grill Room Valentine’s Day SpecialsValentine’s Day Dinner in the Main Dining

RoomWednesday, February 16th Branford Marsalis Performs Glazunov

Concerto for Alto Saxophone and Schuloff Hot Sonate for Alto Saxophone and Orchestra

Thursday, February 17th 2000s Happy Hour Sunday, February 20th NHL: Rangers Game Monday, February 21st Club Offices Closed for President’s DayThursday, February 24th 1980s Happy HourThursday, February TBD Social and Professional Networking Series

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Please note that walk-ins will be required to show Club ID at the door at all interclub events. All Inter-Ivy events require the same proper club attire expected at the Penn Club (no jeans or sneakers). Thanks!

Host your Private Event at the Penn ClubWe encourage you to experience the difference at The Penn Club where you get treated better while supporting the Club at the same time. Whenever you have an event or know someone

who is planning an event, please recommend them to the Club! You can facilitate this by sponsoring their function at the clubhouse which helps to keep your dues low each year.

Hosting events at the Penn Club is not just a consideration for resident members. Out-of-town members who have special occasions (e.g., wedding or anniversary celebrations) or business meetings in New York City can help support the Club by recommending our venue to event planners. A referral is the greatest form of flattery.

The Club offers elegant rooms that are available for meetings, seated meals, receptions, retreats and weddings, and can accommodate anywhere from two to 250 guests. From black-tie galas to intimate

dinners, we offer creative and contemporary cuisine, beautiful settings and polished service for both corporate entertaining and social occasions.

To request menus and room rates, please call the catering office at 212.403.6619.

Day spa retreat |September through December. Treat yourself or drop-off your significant other while you run around town. Enjoy the new Day Spa Retreat during the afternoons on weekdays. This refreshing Day Spa Retreat package includes: Dayuseofaguestroomfrom12noonto6:00p.m.—greatforrelaxingaftershopping! • Scrump-tiouslunchintheGrillRoom • One-hourrejuvenatingin-roomMassage • Afternoonglassofwineorcocktailin the Library. This super-relaxation package is available to members and their sponsored guest from September through December at just $235.00 plus tax and service charge (additional person $135.00 plus tax and service charge). Please call the front desk at 212.403.6533 to make your reservation.

Healthcare Insurance for Penn Club MembersDid you know? Group healthcare insurance is available to Penn Club members in good standing. Premi-ums are as low as $81/month for singles, couples for $158/month, and family for under $245/month. To request an enrollment form and learn more, please email member-ship@pennclubny.org.

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Join an Intra Club!Intra Clubs (special interest groups within the club) are a way for you to get to know your fellow Penn Club members. To view the list of Intra Clubs log on to the Members Only portion of our Web site at www.pennclub.org and click on “Bulletin Board”. For more information about joining or starting an Intra Club, please e-mail membership@pennclubny.org.

Architecture and Business Development Intra Club |

Wednesday, December 8th and Wednesday, January 12th, 6:30 p.m. If you are a design professional, are interested in design, or have an interest in business innovation, please join the Architecture and

Business Development Intra Club. The group is working to enable design professionals to flourish in an adverse economic environment, by bringing together experts in business management and members of the design community, with the objective of developing practi-cal tools and techniques to improve performance and results in the design fields. Please contact Intra Club Captain Randall Knox (randallknox@alumni.upenn.edu) to learn more.

Risk Management Intra Club |Monday, December 13th, 7:00 p.m. Open to those early in their careers, late in their careers and in between, the Risk Management Intra Club seeks to connect practitioners in Credit, Market, and Operations Risk. Come exchange ideas, seek advice and stay abreast of the Risk Management field. We will hold meetings

Dushyant Pandit, Wharton Graduate ‘79 who currently resides in Summit, New Jersey, has been a member of the Penn Club since 2005. In addition to being a member of the Penn Club, Dushyant is active in both the Wharton Club of New York and New Jersey. He recently founded Dorchester Advisors, an investment management firm specializing in working with successful management consulting, financial services and pharmaceutical industry executives. Dushyant balances his professional life playing rock guitar, attending single malt tasting events, golfing, traveling and, of course, coming regularly to the Penn Club! He is currently writing a book to apply the “80/20” rule to learning and playing

the rock guitar, insights that will be particularly useful to other professionals who also pursue music as a hobby and must use their limited time effectively. You should ask him about it the next time you see him around the Club! Dushyant also applies his creativity to learning about and discussing new concepts in investing. The Penn Club and its intra clubs (like the Hedge fun Intra Club) allows him to engage with other members with similar interests. Whether he is lounging in the library discussing his passions over a cold beer or a single malt from the Kite and Key Bar or upstairs in the Business Center getting some work done, Dushyant is always greeted by the friendly staff of the Penn Club.

To audition for member spotlight, please e-mail membership@pennclubny.org.

Overnight guests at the clubhouse now enjoy the convenience of printing their boarding passes from the Boarding Pass Kiosk in the front lobby, by the coat room. This amenity is available to members and guests at no charge.

and events to engage members and expose them to the various facets of the profession. Members will have an active role in helping select those topics that deserve special attention or are pertinent to the times. Please contact Intra Club Captain Gonzalo Briceño, SEAS ‘02, (pennriskmanagement@gmail.com) to learn more.

Hedge Fund Investing Intra Club | Tuesday, January 12th, 6:30 p.m. Come dis-cuss issues and provide information, education and research on latest trends in hedge funds,

including fund of funds. Hedge funds are unregistered private investment partnerships, funds or pools that may invest and trade in many different markets, strate-gies, and instruments. Please contact Intra Club Captain Dorothy C. Nickelson, C’02, (dorothynickelson@comcast.net) to learn more.

Penn Women in Business Intra Club |Tuesday, January 19th, 6:30 p.m. PWIB’s goal is to assist women in meet-ing their professional goals whether it be

through exploring business issues, using problem-solving techniques, or making introductions. Please contact Intra Club Captain Dorothy C. Nickelson, C’02, (dorothynickelson@comcast.net) to learn more.

MEMBER SPOTLIGHT Dushyant Pandit

All Intra Club reservations can be made at rsvp@pennclubny.org.

7All programs require written reservations. Please mail, fax (212.403.6621), e-mail (rsvp@pennclubny.org), or register on the Web site (www.pennclub.org) to reserve. E-mail events@pennclubny.org only for questions about events.

Grill ROOMThe Grill Room is an ideal place for a small gathering of friends or coworkers. Dinner parties of up to 10 and cocktail parties of up to 25 can be accommodated. Call us ahead of time and we can set up a spot for all to enjoy! Contact: Bonnie Baker at The Grill Room, 212.403.6580.

Main Dining room events

Grill Room Daily SpecialsMonday and Friday: Wine/Beer Pairing Menu — Indulge in our pairing menu inspired by Chef Smoor. No meal is complete without a glass of wine or pint of beer to compliment it! $4 flavored vodka specials too!

Tuesday: Slider Night — Three Beef Sliders served with a basket of French fries and Chef John’s special sauce $12.75. Pair your sliders with two 8 oz. draft beers: our classic Yuengling draft and our seasonal draft $16.75.

Wednesday: Steakhouse Night —Our classic Steakhouse Dinner Menu.

Thursday: Sink or SwimYuengling drafts $2.00 and all-you-can-eat cheese steaks $15.95.

Ladies Special!$2 Glasses of Chateau Routas Rosé every Thursday!

Fromage Monday (Market pricing*) Stop by the library before or after dinner to sample Chef Smoor’s cheese selections

Indulgent Two-course Tuesday $37.95*—Enjoy appetizer & selected entrée or selected entrée & dessert combinations

Prix Fixe Wednesday $34.95*—Enjoy the four-course pre-theater menu all evening

Surf & Turf Thursday $36.50*—Savor Pan-seared natural filet mignon with Maine lobster

Bubbly Friday $36.00*—Wind down the week with a bottle of well-selected Wine of the Month and a glass of Kir Royale Champagne either before or after dinner

Main Dining Room Daily Specials To make your nights especially fun, we have daily specials for members to try every night of the week!

Main DiningROOMMonday-Friday: Lunch 12 noon–2:30 PMDinner 6–9 PM

Please call 212.403.6628 for all Main Dining Room reservations. Note that jackets are required for gentlemen during dinner.

GrillROOMMonday-Friday: Breakfast 7–10 AMLunch 12–3 PMSandwich Corner 3–5:30 PMDinner 5:30–10 PMBar 12 noon–11 PM

Saturday: Continental Breakfast 7–11 AMLunch 12 noon–7 PM

Sunday: Continental Breakfast 7–11 AM

Benjamin FranklinROOMMonday-Friday: Complimentary Coffee 10–11 AMKite & Key Bar 4–10:30 PM

Library open daily 24 hours

WinesOF THE MONTH2009 Festival Chardonnay, Paumanok Vineyards, North Fork of Long Island

2007 Cabernet Sauvignon, Paumanok Vineyards, North Fork of Long Island

*plus tax and service charge

Pre-Theatre Dinner Menu is available daily for the price of $34.95 before all events and shows.

own. While still maintaining grape sales to top winer-ies around the world, they brought award-winning winemaker Steve Millier aboard to launch Kautz wines, which would evolve into Ironstone Vineyards, a wine brand dedicated to the production of excep-tional wines of unparalleled quality, outstanding value and everyday approachability. Over the years, Ironstone Wines and the Ironstone Winery have each grown and become famous in their own way. Truly a family business, John, Gail and each of their four children—Stephen, Kurt, Jack, and Joan—remain actively involved in the growth of both the winery facility and the wine brand. Menu:❖ Appetizers Creamy White Polenta Soft Poached Organic Edd and Smokes Applewood Bacon❖ Second Course Pan Roasted Maine Lobster with Basil Leek Mousseline and Noilly Pratt Beurre Blanc❖ Entrée Braised Boneless Short Ribs Celeriac, Cippolini Onions and Wild Mushrooms❖ Desserts Roasted Butternut Squash Pie Pecan Brittle and Maple Ice Cream$80.00 plus tax and service charge. For reservations, call Tony Kontos at 212-403-6628 or e-mail tkon-tos@pennclubny.org or RSVP on line. Please note there is a 48-hour cancellation policy in effect for this event.

Valentine’s Day Dinner |Monday, February 14th. Bring that special someone to the Penn Club where Valentine’s Day is a night to remember! You’ll enjoy romantic music from our

Piano Man, first rate service from our able staff, top quality cuisine from Chef Smoor, beautiful décor and champagne on this special night. Menu to follow.$70.00 plus tax and service charge. There will be 3 seatings 6:00 p.m., 7:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. For reservations, call Tony Kontos at 212.403.6628 or e-mail tkontos@pennclubny.org or RSVP on line. Please note there is a 48-hour cancellation policy in effect for this event.

Kids luncheon: our Future Members |Thursday, December 30th, 12:00 p.m. Let us make “The First Penn Club Experience” to our future members!Whether you plan to attend a matinee show, visit Rockefeller Center or conquering the city by foot, we hope that you’ll take the time to enjoy the Penn Club’s fine food and service with your family over the holidays. Children must be accompanied by at least one adult over 21. Chef Smoor loves to please palates of all ages so he will prepare an outstanding 3 pre- fixed course menu for everyone concluding a “Make Your Own Sundaes” bar! Hope to see you here!Menu:❖ Appetizers Tomato Soup with Mini Meatballs Caesar Salad Fresh Fruit Cocktail California Sushi Roll❖ Entrées Petit Fillet Mignon Crisp Roast Chicken Fresh Homemade Pasta with Butter and Cheese Fried Jumbo Shrimp Larchmont Charcuterie All Natural Hot Dog❖ Sides—Choose Two Mashed Potatoes, Fries, Green Beans, Mac and Cheese, Spinach and Green Salad❖ Make your own Ice Cream Sundae for dessert

$22.95 for kids and $26.95 for adults (21+) plus tax and service charge. For reservations, call Tony Kontos at 212.403.6628 or e-mail tkontos@pennclubny.org or RSVP on line. Please note there is a 48-hour cancellation policy in effect for this event.

January Wine Dinner | Thursday, January 27th, 6:00 p.m. Please join us as Stephen Kautz from Ironston Vineyards will host the first Wine Dinner of 2011!

The story of Ironstone Vineyards started in the hands of John Kautz, a young row crop farmer from Lodi who saw

the future in growing wine grapes. With 12 acres in 1948, John quickly built an excellent reputation as a premium wine grape supplier, amassing over 5,000 acres of grapes in both Lodi and the Sierra Foothills. He eventually became one of the top ten wine grape growers in California. In 1988, John, his wife Gail and their children dedicated themselves to the creation of a wine of their

All programs require written reservations. Please mail, fax (212.403.6621), e-mail (rsvp@pennclubny.org), or register on the Web site (www.pennclub.org) to reserve. E-mail events@pennclubny.org only for questions about events.

HighlightsRobert Burns Supper

Valentine’s Day Dinner

Your comments are important to us!For comments & suggestions regarding furnishings, property, grounds, repairs & maintenance, house rules, dress code, and rules of conduct, contact the House Committee at: housecommittee@pennclubny.org

For comments & suggestions regarding membership growth, contact the Membership Committee at: membershipcommittee@pennclubny.org

For comments & suggestions regarding member events and activities, contact the Program Committee at: programcommittee@pennclubny.org

For comments & suggestions regarding activities for young alumni (age 21–34), contact the Young Alumni Committee at: yac@pennclubny.org

To contact the Club with questions or room reservations, please call 212.764.3550.

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Palestra FITNESS CENTER

Member Out ings

Monday–Friday 6:30 a.m.–9:30 p.m.; Saturday–Sunday 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.To join contact Dan Ahearn: 212.403.6626, healthclub@pennclubny.org or come by the Palestra to start your fitness routine today.To hear more about our massage menu or to purchase your gift card, contact the Palestra Fitness Center at 212.403.6623.

Complimentary MassageFree chair massage available to members only these 2 days:November 16th, 1:00 p.m – 4:00 p.m. and November 18th, 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.To sign up, RSVP to healthclub@pennclubny.org

DECEMBERTis the season for giving… and receiving.Give the gift of Ahh this Holiday Season. Gift certificates our available as a nice stocking stuffer.Each gift certificate you purchase for a friend or colleague entitles you to a 10% savings on your next massage.To hear more about our massage menu or to purchase your gift card, contact the Palestra Fitness Center at 212.403.6623.

JANuARY 10TH – FEBRuARY 18TH (6 WEEKS)Fitness First is a six-week program designed to allow participants to get their baseline fitness levels and then challenge themselves to increase their abilities through guided workouts and support. The program is a great opportunity to start the year off right and to fulfill your New Year’s resolutions. Open to all Palestra members. We will also offer a free 1-week trial to all Penn Club members who start the program, with the option of joining the Palestra to finish the challenge! Call 212.403.6623 to sign up.

sir Colin Davis Conducts elgar and Mozart; nikolaj Znaider Violinist |

(NY Philharmonic)Thursday, December 9th, 6:00 p.m. dinner, 7:30 p.m. showProgram: Elgar: Introduction and Allegro Mozart: Symphony No. 36, Linz Elgar: Vjiolin Concerto Artists: Sir Colin Davis, Conductor;

Nikolaj Znaider, Violin$118.95 per person plus tax and service charge includes dinner in the Club and show. Final sale. Member must be present to sign at dinner. Reservations due Tuesday, November 9th at noon.

Victorian Christmas: origins of Christmas Traditions |

Sunday, December 12th, 2:00 p.m. Want to experience a new Christmas tradition in New York—something beyond the Rockettes and the Rockefeller Center tree? Go off the beaten path this holiday season by

taking this walking tour through three Victorian areas—Gramercy Park, Ladies Mile, and Chelsea—exploring the Christmas traditions that emerged from each. Stops include where O. Henry wrote Gift of the Magi and where Clement Clarke Moore penned Twas the Night Before Christmas. The tour will also explore New York’s role in the evolution of the modern Kris Kringle, from Washington Irving’s St. Nicholas figure to Thomas Nast’s jovial Santa.$18 per person. Reservations due by November 9th at noon.