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November &December 2016

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Sunday, November 6th Sunday Brunch

Thursday, November 17th

French Themed Lunch Buffet

Friday, November 18th LobsterFest!

Saturday, November 19th French Dinner w/ Beaujolais

and Wine Pairings

Sunday, November 20th Sunday Brunch

Thursday, November 24thThanksgiving Brunch

Friday, Dec 2nd thru Friday, Dec 23rd

River Club’s Christmas Open House

Sunday, December 4th Sunday Brunch

Thursday, December 8th Wine Tasting - Champagne

Sunday, December 18th Kid’s Brunch with Santa!

Friday, December 23rd LobsterFest!

Saturday, December 31st New Year’s Eve Dinner

Beaujolais Nouveau French Dinner with Wine Pairings (optional) Saturday, November 19th ~ 6-9 p.m.

Dîner Français Buffet Magnifique!Every November during the third week, wine lovers around the world await the arrival of the new

harvest of Beaujolais Nouveau from France. So join your fellow members as this “old friend” arrives at the River Club along with a wonderful French Vouvray and Red Bordeaux to match with a delicious dinner of classical French cooking. The wine pairings are optional so with or (#6506)

without them the dinner will be something to remember!Classic French-Onion Soup with Gruyere Cheese, Bisque a la Langouste (Lobster), Carved

Chateaubriand (Tenderloin of Beef) with Sauce Béarnaise, Loup de Mer (Sea Bass) Sautéed in White Wine, Pearl Onions, Butter & Parsley, Poulet (Chicken) Coq au Vin à la Beaujolais,

Roasted Pork Tenderloin à la Printanière, Tower of Shrimp, Clams and Mussels, Sautéed Frog Legs à la Provençal, Pâtés and Terrines, Ratatouille Provence, Truffle-Roasted Cauliflower,

Lyonnaise Potatoes, Spinach & Golden Beet Salad, Belgian Endive with Pears and Grape Tomatoes Salad, Marinated Artichoke Salad, Tuna Nicoise Salad, Salade de Roquefort

(Romaine & La Frisée with Walnuts, Roquefort Bleu Cheese and Walnuts-Sunflower Oils)French Desserts:

Crêpes Suzette Made to Order, Hazelnut Éclairs Sauce au Chocolat, Beaujolais Poached Anjou Pears with French Vanilla Mousse, Apple Tarte Tartin, Chocolate Mousse Charlotte and Floating Islands.

Dinner Only: 42.50Dinner & Glass of Beaujolais: 47.95

Glass of Beaujolais and Additional Pairings: 67.95 Three Glasses (Total)Château de Perenchère – 2011 Grand Vin De (Red) Bordeaux

orClos De Nouy’s – 2014 Vouvray – (White) Demi-Sec

Call Colleen or Gwen at 706-596-1100 to make your reservations.

Sunday, December 18th ~ 11:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m.Parents and grandparents look forward to this annual tradition. Bring the kids to the

Club for a visit with Santa (and picture!), a sing-along to Christmas Carols and a very special Sunday Brunch, complete with food selections fit for a kid!

Buffet to Include:Loaded Potato Soup, Lobster and Corn Chowder, Chicken Marsala, Baked Lemon Pepper Trout, Carved Brown Sugar Glazed Roasted Ham, Thyme-Roasted Leg of Lamb, Buttermilk Pancakes,

Eggs Benedict, Fresh Seasonal Fruit, Smoked Salmon with Bagels and Cream Cheese, Cold Boiled Shrimp with Cocktail Sauce and Lemons, Napa Coleslaw, Bacon & Ranch Pasta

Salad, Southern Potato Salad, Marinated Mushroom Salad, Honey Stung Chicken Salad, Bread Pudding, Key Lime Pie, Assorted Cookies and Other Club-Made Desserts.

Kid’s Buffet:Chicken Fingers, Waffles & Syrup, Hotdogs, Mac & Cheese, Club-Made Cookies and Brownies.

Adults: 26.95 ++Children 6-12: 17.95 ++

5 and Under: FREE!Private Dining Rooms Available

Cancellation Policy in Effect (48 Hour Notice to Avoid Charges)Call Colleen or Gwen at 706-596-1100 to make your reservations.

Bring a Toy for Joy!Join the River Club in bringing joy to the hearts of children this Christmas. During the month of

December, or when you come to Kid’s Brunch with Santa, please consider bringing an unwrapped gift for a girl or boy between the ages of 4 and 16 who might not otherwise receive gifts for Christmas. The gifts will be distributed through the Open Door Community House, a United Way affiliate in Columbus.

Kid’s Brunch with Santa!

LobsterFest!Friday, November 18th & Friday, December 23rd

6-9 p.m.Your lobster dinner includes a choice of soup or salad, a whole

one-and-a-half-pound Maine lobster, which is broiled or steamed,vegetables, potato, and Club-Made dessert all for only 32.95!Be sure not to miss out on one of our most highly anticipated

events! (Chicken or Prime Rib Entrée available with Soup or Salad and Dessert 32.95)

For reservations call Colleen or Gwen at 706-596-1100.

EYE SPYTwo Club Membership numbers are printed in the text

of this newsletter. If you find your number, CONGRATULATIONS! You have won a Gift Certificate for a complimentary lunch for two.

Call Jennifer at 706-596-1100.

Wine Tasting – ChampagneThursday, December 8th ~ 6:30

Start your holiday season here at the River Club with a tasting of Champagnes & Sparkling Wines. Join Daniel Thomas from Quality

Wine and Spirits as we celebrate the end of another year. All champagnes & sparkling wines tasted will be available for purchase

for your New Year’s Eve events and Christmas presents.

Francois Montand Brut SparklingL Aubry Fils Brut

Laurent Perrier Cuvee Rose BrutZefifo Prosecco

Marques De Gelida Brut Grand ReservaGraham Beck Bliss Demi Sec

24.95 ++ per person


New Year’s Eve Dinner 2016Saturday, December 31st

6:00 – 10:00 p.m.Before you go to that late-night party (or home for the evening!), come down to the River Club for a relaxing dinner. Chef Alex and

his staff will have a wonderful select menu for you to choose from, and Stephen will have featured wines available to accompany

your meal. Dinner (#6014) will be served until 10:00 p.m. and the Club will be closing at 11:00 p.m. to allow Members to get to

their midnight destination!

SoupSmoked Red Pepper Bisque

OrAppetizer

Roasted Muscovy Duck in Puff Pastry with Lingonberry Preserves and Parmesan Crisp

SaladMixed Greens with Sun-Dried Cranberries, Crumbled Gorgonzola

and Toasted Walnuts with Blackberry Balsamic Vinaigrette Entrees

Grilled Filet Mignon of Beef Tenderloin with Roasted Fingerling Potatoes, Cipollini Onions and Brandy Bordelaise Sauce

41.95Or

Pan-Roasted Filet of Gulf Snapper with Butter-Poached Black Tiger Shrimp, English Pea Risotto and Madeira Wine Butter Sauce

43.95Or

Portobello Mushroom-Stuffed Chicken Breast with Rosemary Mascarpone, Whipped Potatoes and Eggplant Ratatouille

32.95Dessert

Flourless Chocolate Cake with Hazelnut Mousse and Seasonal FruitOr

Fresh Fruit Tart and Lemon Curd with Raspberry Whipped Cream and Assorted Coulis

Reservations for New Year’s Eve Dinner fill up fast so call Colleen or Gwen at 706-596-1100.

Chef Alex Invites You to Start Your Weekends With Dinner at the Club!

Dinner Menu Available Tuesday thru Saturday Night Plus:

ThursdayRoasted Prime Rib!

Come to The River Club and enjoy the most succulent cut of Prime Rib of Beef around. This mouthwatering meal is value-priced at

only 18.95 ++ and comes with your choice of soup or salad. For Private Rooms and Private Party Pricing call your

Catering Director Stacy Bridges

FridayTantalizing Seafood Trio

If you love seafood then this menu feature will be a dream come true. Along with the a la carte menu Chef Alex offers a trio of

different seafood items that will satisfy that “deep sea” craving.

SaturdaySurf & Turf!

This feature includes the best of beef and seafood in one meal. Every Saturday Chef Alex offers a different “Surf & Turf”

delight! Chef’s Dinner Menu is available as well.

CLUB CLOSINGSWednesday, November 23rd – Closed

Thursday, November 24th – Open for Brunch / Closed for DinnerFriday, November 25th – Closed

Saturday, December 24th thru Monday, December 26th – ClosedSunday, January 1st – Closed

International Lunch BuffetJoin your fellow Members for these international “flavors”!

The international buffets are regular buffet pricedand always seem to bring in a crowd!

13.95 ++ Per Person11:30 – 2:00

French Lunch BuFFetThursday, November 17th

Buffet to Include:Classic French Onion Soup, Leek and Potato Soup, Chicken Coq au Vin, Flounder Florentine, Carved Black Angus Top Round of

Beef au Poivre, Lobster and Watercress Salad, Grilled Marinated Vegetable Salad, Purple Potato and Tarragon Salad, Spinach &

Grilled Golden Beets Salad, Parmesan Duchess Potatoes, Pistachio Herb Butter Glazed Carrots, Sautéed Haricots Verts,

Bread Pudding, Key Lime Pie, Cookies, Chocolate Stuffed Crepes and other Club-Made Desserts.


SUNDAY BRUNCH11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Come to the Club and enjoy the best Sunday Brunch in town! The family will love the huge array of delicious brunch and lunch

selections as well as Club-Made desserts prepared by Chef Alex and his culinary team. It’s the perfect way to start off a relaxing

Sunday with family and friends!

NOVEMBER 6THChicken & Vegetable Soup, Cream of Mushroom Soup, Fried

Chicken, Grilled Catfish, Salisbury Steak, Carved Honey Glazed Ham, Eggs Benedict, Buttermilk Pancakes, Made-to-Order Omelet

Station, Potatoes au Gratin, Sautéed Asparagus, English Peas, Seasonal Fresh Fruit, Smoked Salmon with Bagel & Cream

Cheese, Boiled Shrimp with Cocktail Sauce & Lemons, Assorted Club-Made Salads, Fresh Baked Bread Basket, Bread Pudding, Key Lime Pie, Assorted Cookies and Other Club-Made Desserts.

NOVEMBER 20THRoasted Red Pepper Soup, Shrimp and Corn Chowder, Chicken

Cordon Bleu, Roasted Pork Loin, Grilled Atlantic Salmon, Carved Black Angus Flank Steak, Made-to-Order Omelet

Station, Eggs Benedict, Waffles & Syrup, Corn on the Cob, Rosemary Mashed Potatoes, Seasonal Fresh Fruit, Smoked Salmon with Bagels & Cream Cheese, Boiled Shrimp with

Cocktail Sauce & Lemons, Assorted Club-Made Salads, Fresh Baked Bread Basket, Bread Pudding, Key Lime Pie, Assorted

Cookies and Other Club-Made Desserts.

DECEMBER 4THButternut Squash Soup, Manhattan Clam Chowder, Spinach Stuffed Chicken, Salmon Croquettes, Carved Roasted Beef

Sirloin, Pecan Crusted Pork Loin, Eggs Benedict, Vanilla Bean French Toast, Made-to-Order Omelet Station, Sugar Snap Peas,

Glazed Carrots, Saffron Rice Pilaf, Seasonal Fresh Fruit, Smoked Salmon with Bagels & Cream Cheese, Boiled Shrimp with

Cocktail Sauce & Lemons, Assorted Club-Made Salads, Fresh Baked Bread Basket, Bread Pudding, Key Lime Pie, Assorted

Cookies and Other Club-Made Desserts.Adults: 22.95 ++ Per Person

Children 6-12 Years: 9.95++ Per Person5 and Under: FREE!


The River Club’sChristmas Open House

Friday, December 2nd thru Friday, December 23rd

Enjoy complimentary sweets and eggnog in the Club foyer all day and in the evenings during the three weeks before Christmas!

Merry Christmas

Thanksgiving Brunch

Thursday, November 24th11:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m.

May a plentiful harvest of love, joy and cheer be yours at Thanksgiving and all throughout the year! Make reservations early for this annual holiday event that is always a sellout!

Join your family and friends river side for this traditional feast.

Buffet to Include:Brunswick Stew, Chicken and Pecan Soup, Carved Honey-Glazed Ham and Whole Slow-Roasted Turkey with Cranberry Sauce and

Giblet Gravy, Grilled Atlantic Salmon, Herb-Roasted Leg of Lamb, Smoked Seafood with Cream Cheese and Bagels, Cold BoiledShrimp with Cocktail Sauce and Lemons, Cornbread Dressing,

Oyster Dressing, Sweet Potato Soufflé, Southern-Style Green Beans, Black-Eyed Peas, Fresh Seasonal Fruit, Fresh Baked Bread Basket, Crawfish and Broccoli Salad, Lobster and Pasta Salad, Marinated

Bok Choy Salad, Fingerling Potato Salad, Bread Pudding, Key Lime Pie, Assorted Cookies, Pumpkin Pie and Other Club-Made Desserts.

Adults: 28.95 ++Children 6-12: 17.95 ++

5 and Under: FREE!

Private Dining Rooms AvailableCancellation Policy in Effect (48-Hour Notice to Avoid Charges)


Jennifer’s Membership Corner

$400 IN FOOD & BEVERAGE CREDIT IS WAITING FOR YOU!

Over 20 years later the dream of the Founders of the River Club is still alive. Member’s families have grown up in the environs of this safe haven of refuge and accord. Beginning November 1st,

the $200 in “River Bucks” (F&B Credit) offered year-round for your proposed new members will be “Doubled” to $400! So, whenyou

bring your guests to see the exciting new look of the Club, keep in mind for each nominee who joins by November 30th you will

receive $400 in “Double River Bucks”! I encourage you to call or email your nominee’s name, address and phone number and I will

send them a personal letter of invitation to membership on your behalf. When they join you will receive your $400 in “Double River Bucks”! Don’t wait as the Board has made this a limited-time offer!

Jennifer KendrickMembership Director

[email protected]

Welcome the River Club’sNewest Members!!

Tina & Gary Butcher – Dr. Tina Butcher is the Interim Provost at Columbus State University.Sponsor: CRC Board

James & Rose King – Bishop King has recently retired and relocated with Mrs. King to Columbus for retirement.Sponsor: Bunky Clark

Matthew & Kara Barkley – Mr. Barkley is a VP & Chief Human Resource Officer for W.C. Bradley.Sponsor: CRC Board

Kenneth & Ann Carol Followill – Judge Followill works for the State of Georgia and the City of Columbus as a Senior Judge of Superior Courts of Georgia. Mrs. Followill is retired from St. Paul UMC as the Director of pre-school. They have 2 grown children.Sponsor: Raymond Campbell

Parking Reminder

As a reminder, the parking spaces in the Bay Avenue parking garage across from the Club marked “Reserved for River Club

Members and Guests” are for members and their guests having lunch at the Club. The spaces are not intended for members who are conducting business at one of the companies located near the

Club. Please remember these spaces are not for members who are employees of businesses around the Club or parking while attending meetings or other business matters not at the Club.

Member vehicles in these spots that are not attending the Club for lunch could receive a parking ticket from the city (currently $40.00) for parking in these reserved spots. As an FYI, the members (Club) are paying $1,250 per month to the city for this limited amount of spaces, and they are intended solely for the convenience of those members (and guests) coming to the Club for lunch Tuesday thru Friday.The entire parking garage is open to everyone every night

as well as weekends at no charge from the city.Thank you for keeping the spaces open for your fellow members and their guests

attending the Club for lunch Tuesday through Friday.

Wines of the MonthChateau St. Michelle Riesling

This Riesling is sourced from throughout Washington’s Columbia Valley, crafted to be a refreshing, off-dry Riesling vintage after vintage. Made in a medium-dry style, the wine delivers sweet

lime and peach with subtle mineral notes.

5.50 glass 19.00 bottle

Arnold Palmer Cabernet Sauvignon Deep blackberry color carries through to the nose, mingled with wild boysenberry and anise. On the palate, there are more black

fruits combined with a smooth, elegant texture.

6.00 glass 28.00 bottle

Stacy’s Catering CornerBusiness or Social

Call your Catering Director and book your Holiday Party while there are still prime dates available! We have private party rooms that will accommodate parties of 10 people to 250 people. Whether

it’s for a Business Luncheon, Family Get Together, Appreciation Dinner, or Cocktail Reception, come overlook the Chattahoochee

River and the Christmas lights on the River Walk.

Call or Email Stacy Bridges your Catering Director at 706-596-1100, [email protected]

for booking or additional information.

Lisa’s CornerI hope you all have an opportunity to come to the River Club this holiday season; we have many exciting events planned! I would

like to take this opportunity to remind all members who have credit card information on file, please make sure that you inform me of any changes to your credit cards such as new expiration dates or new account numbers. This will avoid late fees being charged to your account. Please feel free to call me at 706-596-1100 should

you have any questions concerning your account.Best wishes,

Lisa W. GriffithClub Accountant

NOVEMBER

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Club Closings

Wednesday, November 23rd-Closed Thursday, November 24th-

Open for Brunch/Closed for Dinner Friday, November 25th-Closed Saturday, December 24th thru

Monday, December 26th -Closed Sunday, January 1st-Closed

1 Lunch & Dinner Menu Available

Lunch 11:30 – 2:00

Dinner

6:00 – 9:00


Lunch 11:30 – 2:00

Dinner

6:00 – 9:00


Lunch 11:30 – 2:00

Dinner

6:00 – 9:00


Lunch 11:30 – 2:00

Dinner

6:00 – 9:00

5 Dinner Menu Available

Dinner

6:00 – 9:00

6

Sunday Brunch

Come Enjoy the best Sunday

Brunch in town!

7

Offices Open

Club

Closed for Dining


Lunch 11:30 – 2:00

Dinner

6:00 – 9:00


Lunch 11:30 – 2:00

Dinner

6:00 – 9:00


Lunch 11:30 – 2:00

Dinner

6:00 – 9:00


Lunch 11:30 – 2:00

Dinner

6:00 – 9:00


Dinner

6:00 – 9:00

13

Club Closed

14

Offices Open

Club

Closed for Dining


Lunch 11:30 – 2:00

Dinner

6:00 – 9:00


Lunch 11:30 – 2:00

Dinner

6:00 – 9:00


French Lunch Buffet

11:30 – 2:00

Dinner

6:00 – 9:00

18 Lunch Menu Available Lunch

11:30 – 2:00

LobsterFest! 6:00 – 9:00 Dinner Menu Not Available

19 Dinner Menu Not Available

French Dinner w/Beaujolais & Wine Parings

6:00 – 9:00

20

Sunday Brunch


Brunch in town!

21

Offices Open

Club

Closed for Dining


Lunch 11:30 – 2:00

Dinner

6:00 – 9:00

23

Club Closed for Thanksgiving

24

Thanksgiving Day

Brunch 11:00 – 2:00

25

Club Closed


Dinner

6:00 – 9:00

27

Club Closed

28

Offices Open

Club

Closed for Dining


Lunch 11:30 – 2:00

Dinner

6:00 – 9:00


Lunch 11:30 – 2:00

Dinner

6:00 – 9:00

$400 IN FOOD & BEVERAGE CREDIT FOR YOU!

Beginning November 1st, the $200 in “River Bucks” offered year-round for your proposed new

members will be “Doubled” to $400! I encourage you to call or email your nominee’s name,

address and phone number and I will send them a personal letter of invitation to membership

on your behalf. When they join you will receive your $400 in “Double River Bucks”! Don’t wait as the

Board has made this a limited-time offer!

DECEMBER

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Business or Social

Call your Catering Director and book your Holiday Party while there are still prime dates available! We have private party rooms that will

accommodate parties of 10 people to 250 people. Come in andoverlook the Chattahoochee River and the Christmas lights on the River Walk.

Call or Email Stacy Bridges your Catering Director at 706-596-1100, [email protected]

for booking or additional information.


Lunch 11:30 – 2:00

Dinner

6:00 – 9:00


Lunch 11:30 – 2:00

Dinner

6:00 – 9:00


Dinner

6:00 – 9:00

4

Sunday Brunch


Brunch in town!

5

Offices Open

Club

Closed for Dining


Lunch 11:30 – 2:00

Dinner

6:00 – 9:00


Lunch 11:30 – 2:00

Dinner

6:00 – 9:00


Lunch 11:30 – 2:00

Wine Tasting Champagne

6:30


Lunch 11:30 – 2:00

Dinner

6:00 – 9:00


Dinner

6:00 – 9:00

11

Club Closed

12

Offices Open

Club

Closed for Dining


Lunch 11:30 – 2:00

Dinner

6:00 – 9:00


Lunch 11:30 – 2:00

Dinner

6:00 – 9:00


Lunch 11:30 – 2:00

Dinner

6:00 – 9:00


Lunch 11:30 – 2:00

Dinner

6:00 – 9:00


Dinner

6:00 – 9:00

18

Kid’s Brunch with

Santa!

19

Offices Open

Club

Closed for Dining


Lunch 11:30 – 2:00

Dinner

6:00 – 9:00


Lunch 11:30 – 2:00

Dinner

6:00 – 9:00


Lunch 11:30 – 2:00

Dinner

6:00 – 9:00

23 Lunch Menu Available Lunch

11:30 – 2:00

LobsterFest! 6:00 – 9:00 Dinner Menu Not Available

24

Club Closed

For Christmas

25

Club Closed

26

Club Closed For Christmas


Lunch 11:30 – 2:00

Dinner

6:00 – 9:00


Lunch 11:30 – 2:00

Dinner

6:00 – 9:00


Lunch 11:30 – 2:00

Dinner

6:00 – 9:00


Lunch 11:30 – 2:00

Dinner

6:00 – 9:00

31 Dinner Menu Not Available

New Year’s Eve

Dinner 6:00 – 9:00

- River Club’s Christmas Open House

Seen Around the Club

Col. James & Alice Jackson with their son at Sunday Brunch.

Major & Sandra Couroux celebrating their anniversary with friends.

Joseph & Faye Waller with family at the Club.

Mayor Tomlinson with the ladies from the office for lunch.

Joyce Fingerhut with family at the Club.

Col. & Pat McKay at Sunday Brunch with their son.

An Evening with the ArtsCome to the River Club before going to the RiverCenter or Springer, and enjoy a Performing Arts Dinner Menu that will allow a timely

completion of your meal to get to the event. Below is a partial schedule for your convenience, and the Club opening times.

Springer TheaterShow Starts at 7:30 p.m. - River Club Opens at 5:30

Route 66Thursday – Saturday, November 10th – 12thThursday – Saturday, November 17th – 19th

A Tuna ChristmasThursday – Saturday, December 8th – 10thThursday – Saturday, December 15th – 17thThursday – Saturday, December 21st – 23rd

Columbus Symphony OrchestraTranscendental BrahmsSaturday, November 19th

American IconsFriday, December 2nd

River Center for the Performing ArtsShow Starts at 7:30 p.m. - River Club Opens at 5:30

Love Jones the MusicalThursday, November 10th

American Big Band: Home for the HolidaysSaturday, November 26th

The NutcrackerSaturday, December 10th

A Christmas CarolThursday, December 22nd

CSU’s Schwob School of MusicShow Starts at 7:30 p.m. - River Club Opens at 5:30

Student Composer ConcertThursday, November 3rd

Across the Vast Sky: The Music of Ola Gjeilo, University Singers and Choral Union

Tuesday, November 8thAlina Windell, Flute, Guest Recital

Thursday, November 10thDonald Sinta Quartet, Guest Artists

Thursday, November 17thCSU Wind Ensemble (7:00)

Friday, November 18thTrumpet Studio RecitalTuesday, November 29thPiano Studio RecitalThursday, December 1st

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