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January &February 2017

ComingAttractions

Sunday, January 15th Sunday Brunch

Wednesday, January 18th

Chinese Cuisine Lunch Buffet

Saturday, January 21stSeafood Extravaganza!

WithWine Pairings

Friday, January 27th LobsterFest!

Sunday, February 5th Sunday Brunch

Tuesday, February 14th Valentine’s Sweetheart

Dinner

Friday, February 17th LobsterFest!

Sunday, February 19th Sunday Brunch

Thursday, February 23rd Wine Tasting

Saturday, February 25thMardi Gras Cajun Feast!

With Wine Pairings

Tuesday, February 28th “Fat Tuesday” Mardi Gras

Lunch Buffet

Saturday, January 21st ~ 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.If you enjoy seafood, you will love what Chef Alex and his culinary crew have cooked up for you. After all that Thanksgiving and Christmas traditional food shift gears and bring the gang down for some great seafood! The trawlers are in and it was a huge catch! Fish, shrimp, crab and a lobster

salad and other delights galore as well as a carved slow-roasted Prime Rib of Beef for the landlubber in you! Many delicacies await you so throw in your line and get yours!

Buffet to Include:Lobster Bisque, Manhattan Clam Chowder, Blue Fin Lump Crab Cakes, Blackened Pacific Mahi Mahi, Baked Pecan Crusted Rainbow Trout, Bourbon Marinated Salmon, Carved Slow-Roasted Beef Sirloin,

Crawfish & Broccoli Salad, Asian Coleslaw, Lobster & Pasta Salad, Tower of Chilled Shrimp, Crab Claws, Mussels, Oysters & Clams w/ Cocktail Sauce & Drawn Butter, Seared Ahi Tuna in Oriental Sesame/Seaweed Salad, Mixed Greens Salad, Hearts of Romaine Salad, Array of Condiments, Roasted Red Potatoes, Peas & Carrots, Parmesan Squash Casserole, Club-Made Desserts to Include Key Lime Pie, Bourbon Bread Pudding w/ Sauce Anglaise, Assorted CRC Signature

Cookies, Oreo Cheesecake and Chocolate Mousse Cakes.

Ferrari-Carano Fume BlancEcco Domani Pinot Grigio

Kendall Jackson Chardonnay

Dinner Only - 44.95Glass of Wine – 6.25 Each

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

Seafood Extravaganza with Wine Pairings (Optional)

Mardi Gras Cajun Dinner Feast with Wine Pairings (Optional)

Saturday, February 25th ~ 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.Mention Mardi Gras and one’s mind immediately turns to New Orleans, with its elaborate balls, sparkling beads, and Zulu coconuts. But ask Alex Sapp, the Chef behind the scenes in the River Club kitchen and he’ll tell you that Mardi Gras coincides with crawfish season—and that means it’s time for a boil! “One should have crayfish for Mardi Gras, Religiously!” You don’t have to

visit The (#1688) Big Easy to enjoy its legendary Cajun and Creole flavors, just come on down riverside and enjoy a traditional Cajun feast that will feature:

New Orleans Buffet to Include:Chicken & Andouille Gumbo, She-Crab Soup, Snapper Ponchartrain, NOLA-Style Chicken Pontalba, Carved Cajun Pork Roast, Shrimp & Crawfish Étouffée, Jubilee of Shrimp, Blue Crabs and Crawfish with Cocktail Sauce & Lemons, Fresh Club-Made Breads Including French Baguettes, Crawfish &

Broccoli Salad, Cajun Coleslaw, Potato Salad, Mixed Greens Salad, Hearts of Romaine Salad, Array of Condiments & Dressings, Artichoke, Tomato and Feta Salad, Fried Okra, Corn & Cheddar Casserole,

Red Beans & Rice, Made-to-Order Bananas Foster, Beignets w/ Powdered Sugar, Key Lime Pie, NOLA-Style Bread Pudding w/ Bourbon Whiskey Sauce, Mississippi Mud Pie and Mardi Gras King Cake.

Chateau St. Michelle RieslingTrinity Oaks Pinot Noir

OVZ ZinfandelDinner Only - 38.95

Glass of Wine – 5.95 EachCall Colleen or Gwen at 706-596-1100 to make your reservations.

Wine Tasting Thursday, February 23rd ~ 6:30

Join Daniel Thomas from quality wine and spirits will introduce you to the splendid and fascinating Italian wine world.

Dolce Colline ProseccoTerredora Di Paolo Greco Di Tufo Loggia Della Ser

Acinum RipassoCantele Primitivo

Damilano Barbera DastiMarenco Brachetto Daqui Pineto

21.95++Tasting includes select cheeses, crackers and breads.

Limited Seating is Available.Call Colleen or Gwen at 706-596-1100 to make your reservations

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.

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!

JANUARY 15THLoaded Potato Soup, Beef & Vegetable Soup, Fried Chicken,

Carved Honey-Glazed Ham, Blackened Catfish, Meatloaf, Eggs Benedict, Buttermilk Pancakes, Made-to-Order Omelet Station, English Peas, Mashed Potatoes, Turnip Greens, Boiled Shrimp

w/ Cocktail Sauce & Lemons, Smoked Salmon w/ Bagels & Cream Cheese, Club-Made Gourmet Salads, Mixed Greens

Salad, Hearts of Romaine Salad, Array of Condiments & Dressings and a Variety of Club Made Desserts.

FEBRUARY 5THMulligatawny Soup, Chicken & Vegetable Soup, Carved Roasted

Pork Shoulder, Chicken Parmesan, Salisbury Steak, Lemon-Pepper Snapper, Eggs Benedict, French Toast, Made-to-Order

Omelet Station, Mac & Cheese, Green Beans, Fried Okra,Boiled Shrimp w/ Cocktail Sauce & Lemons, Smoked Salmon w/Bagels & Cream Cheese, Club-Made Gourmet Salads, Mixed Greens Salad, Hearts of Romaine Salad, Array of Condiments & Dressings and

a Variety of Club Made Desserts.

FEBRUARY 19THRoasted Red Pepper Soup, Shrimp Bisque, Carved Roasted Beef Sirloin, Baked Lemon-Pepper Cod, Grilled Pork Chops w/ Tasso

Sausage, Country Captains Chicken w/ White Rice, Made-to-Order Omelet Station, Waffles, Lima Beans, Buttered Corn, Roasted

Red Potatoes, Boiled Shrimp w/ Cocktail Sauce & Lemons, Smoked Salmon w/ Bagels & Cream Cheese, Club-Made Gourmet Salads, Mixed Greens Salad, Hearts of Romaine Salad, Array of Condiments & Dressings and a Variety of Club Made Desserts.

Adults: 22.95 ++ Per PersonChildren 6-12 Years: 9.95++ Per Person

5 and Under: FREE!


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

Chinese LunCh BuffetTuesday, January 18th

Buffet to Include:Hot & Sour Soup, Chinese Lion’s Head Soup (Cabbage & Meatball),

Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry, Chicken Lo Mein, Steamed Tilapia in Lobster Sauce, Fried Rice, Stir-Fried Snow Peas, Spring Rolls,

Marinated Bok Choy, Grilled Chicken & Mandarin Oranges Salad, Napa Cabbage & Toasted Sesame Salad, Assorted Club-Made Desserts to include Tanghulu (Candied Fruit), Mango Pudding,

Almond Cookies and Ginger Rice Pudding.

“Fat Tuesday” Mardi Gras Cajun Lunch Buffet

Tuesday, February 28thBuffet to Include:

Chicken & Andouille Sausage Gumbo, She-Crab Soup, Chicken Jambalaya w/ White Rice, Carved Slow-Braised Pork Shoulder,

Blackened Catfish, Fried Okra, Dirty Rice, Buttered Corn, Crawfish & Broccoli Salad, Cajun-Style Potato Salad, Grilled Green

Tomatoes Salad, Club-Made Desserts to include NOLA-Style Bread Pudding with Bourbon Sauce, Key Lime Pie, Beignets w/ Powdered

Sugar, Mardi Gras King Cake and CRC Signature Cookies.


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

Of Mice and MenThursday – Saturday, January 19th – 21stThursday – Saturday, January 26th – 28th

Columbus Symphony OrchestraThe Fabulous French

Saturday, January 28thCSO at the Oscars Friday, February 24th

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

Shen YunTuesday, January 10th

PippinWednesday, January 25th

An Evening with Pat MethenySaturday, January 28th

Let it Be: A Celebration of the Music of the BeatlesTuesday, February 14th

Romeo & Juliet + CarmenFriday, February 17th

OnceTuesday, February 28th

Valentine’s Sweetheart DinnerTuesday, February 14th ~ 5:30 – 9:00 p.m.

Roses and candlelight, the finest wine and fare, the ambience of romance and music fills the air...Show that special person in your life how much you care by taking them to a romantic dinner at the

River Club. The soft candlelight, the romantic music and a fabulous meal will make the evening one that will be remembered. (#1786)

A complementary rose for the ladies, dining riverside with that special person – ahhh . . . life is good.

AppetizerJumbo Lump Crab Cake with Roasted Red Pepper Coulis

OrSmoked Tomato Bisque with Madeira Wine and Crème Fresh

SaladArugula and Baby Spinach with Hearts of Palm, Grape Tomatoes, Asiago Cheese and Champagne Vinaigrette

EntréeDuo of Petit Filet Mignon and Braised Beef Short Rib with Parsley Mashed Potatoes and Portobello Red Wine Sauce

49.95Or

Georgia Grass Roots Farms Chicken Breast Stuffed with Spinach & Winter Truffles with Thyme and Shallot-Roasted Fingerling Potatoes

38.95Or

Fire-Grilled Atlantic Cobia with Toasted Cous-Cous, Grilled Hawaiian Pineapple and Vanilla Bean Sherry Beurre Blanc

46.95Dessert

Flourless Chocolate Cake with Brandy Mousse and Crème AnglaiseOr

Lemon Tart with Fresh Blackberries, Raspberries and Assorted Coulis

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

LobsterFest!Friday, January 27th & Friday, February 17th

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.

Wines of the MonthSilverado Chardonnay

With a brisk hit of acidity and cool-climate grapefruit and lemon flavors that just manage to break into richer apricots and

papayas, this Chardonnay appeals for its complex interest. It’s creamy and sweet in oak, yet finishes dry.

10.50 glass 51.00 bottle

OVZ Zinfandel A robust Zinfandel from the region’s signature 50-100 year-old

vines. Jammy with raspberry, milk chocolate and mocha flavors, soft tannins and a supple mouth feel.

7.50 glass 34.00 bottle

Sincere AppreciationA very special thank you to all of the Members who contributed to the Annual Employee Christmas Fund. Your generosity helped to

make the holidays very special and is genuinely appreciated. Being able to serve our Members is a true pleasure for all of us, and we

look forward to providing you with the best of services in 2017!The Staff of The Chattahoochee River Club

Jennifer’s Membership Corner 2017 is here - Happy New Year to all!

I would like to thank each of you who have sponsored a new Member this year, or introduced a prospective Member to

the River Club. Your support is appreciated, and reflects the thoughtfulness of the River Club’s Members in helping to

ensure the continued success of your Club! Your support is greatly appreciated and I look forward to working with each of you during the New Year! Please call me at 706-596-1100 with your referrals and we will extend your nominee an invitation to

membership on your behalf. Don’t forget – your efforts will earn you $200 in Dining Certificates per new member!Best wishes for a Safe, Happy and Healthy new year!

Jennifer KendrickMembership Director

[email protected]

Welcome the River Club’sNewest Members!!

Andrew & Pamela Moye – Mr. Moye is self-employed and Mrs. Moye is a house wife.Sponsor: CRC BoardLee & Belinda Brantley – Mr. & Mrs. Brantley are both enjoying retirement. Mr. Brantley is a member of the Rotary Club, Art Guild and the Gallery on 10th.Sponsor: Bunky ClarkSydney Smith – Ms. Smith is a retired attorney in Columbus and a member of Trinity Episcopal Church.Sponsor: CRC BoardRocky & Susan Kettering – Dr. Kettering is the VP of University Advancement with Columbus State University and the Executive Director of the CSU FoundationSponsor: Dr. Chris MarkwoodJoseph Smith – Mr. Smith is enjoying retirement!Sponsor: Syndney SmithBob & Pat Jones – Mr. Jones is retired President from Columbus Technical College and Mrs. Jones is also retired.Sponsor: CRC BoardVincent McNeill – Mr. McNeill is enjoying his retirement from the United States Army.Sponsor: CRC BoardJerrie Tinkler – Mrs. Tinkler is the owner of Interstate Electric Supply Company and Tinkler Properties. Mrs. Tinkler is a member & volunteer for the Columbus Museum and a CSU Alumni & supporter.Sponsor: CRC BoardChris & Delba Martin – Mr. & Mrs. Martin are both enjoying retirement.Sponsor: LTC Philip & Mrs. MiglioreRobert & Brenda Ammerman – Mr. & Mrs. Martin are both enjoying retirement.Sponsor: CRC BoardRichard Howell – Mr.Howell is the Airport Director for the Columbus Airport Commission.Sponsor: CRC Board

Stacy’s Catering CornerHappy New Year! Thank you to all who sponsored or hosted your

holiday event at The River Club! December was a huge success for the Club and we appreciate your support. Now that spring is just

around the corner, and the wedding season is quickly approaching, we invite you to sponsor your family and friend’s special occasions.

From Bridal Luncheons or Showers to Business Meetings and Cocktail Receptions, your club’s professionally trained staff will

ensure that your important event is an outstanding success! Member Event Incentive!

Sponsor or book a private party of 30 people or more and receive a complimentary lunch or dinner for two here at the Club!

OrHost or sponsor an event that requires the entire Club

and receive $250.00 in River Bucks!!!

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

for booking or additional information.

Lisa’s CornerI hope all of our members had a very Merry Christmas! We are

looking forward to seeing you all in the New Year!I would like to take this opportunity to remind our members that we are able to keep a credit card (Visa and MasterCard only) on

file to automatically charge your account for dues as well as food & beverages charges, thereby saving you time and money by not having to write and mail a check each month. This is especially convenient for our corporate account holders. Setting up your

account is very easy and only takes a few minutes over the phone!As always, I am available during business hours at 706-596-1100,

should you have any questions concerning your account.Sincerely,

Lisa W. Griffith

Parking ReminderAs 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 keepingthe spaces open for your fellow members and their guests attending

the Club for lunch Tuesday through Friday 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.

JANUARY

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1

Club Closed

2

Offices Open

Club

Closed for Dining

3 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

Tantalizing

Seafood Trio 6:00 – 9:00

7 Dinner Menu Available

Surf & Turf Saturday! 6:00 – 9:00

8

Club Closed

9

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

Tantalizing




15

Sunday Brunch

Come Enjoy the best Sunday

Brunch in town!

16

Club Closed

For Martin Luther King, Jr. Day


Lunch 11:30 – 2:00

Dinner

6:00 – 9:00


Chinese Cuisine Lunch Buffet 11:30 – 2:00

Dinner

6:00 – 9:00


Lunch 11:30 – 2:00

Dinner

6:00 – 9:00


Lunch 11:30 – 2:00

Tantalizing


21 Dinner Menu Not Available

Seafood

Extravaganza! With Wine

Pairings 6:00 – 9:00

22

Club Closed

23

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

27 Lunch Menu Available

Lunch 11:30 – 2:00

LobsterFest!

6:00 – 9:00 Dinner Menu Not Available



29

Club Closed

30

Offices Open

Club

Closed for Dining


Lunch 11:30 – 2:00

Dinner

6:00 – 9:00

$200.00 in Food & Beverage Credits is Yours! I would like to thank each of you that sponsored a new Member this year or introduced a prospective Member to the River Club. Your support is

appreciated,and reflects the thoughtfulness of the River Club’s Members in helping to ensure the continued success of your Club! Your support is greatly

appreciated and I look forward to assisting each of you! Please call me at 706-596-1100 with the name of your prospective member and I will extend them an invitation to membership on your behalf. Don’t forget – your efforts will earn

you $200.00 in “River Bucks” (Credit) for each new Member! $200.00 IN FOOD & BEVERAGE IS AWAITING YOU!

Kindest Regards, Jennifer Kendrick – Membership Director

[email protected]

FEBRUARY

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 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

Tantalizing




5

Sunday Brunch


Brunch in town!

6

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

Tantalizing




12

Club Closed

13

Offices Open

Club

Closed for Dining

14 Lunch Menu Available

Lunch 11:30 – 2:00

Valentine’s

Sweetheart Dinner 6:00 – 9:00

Dinner Menu Not 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

LobsterFest!

6:00 – 9:00 Dinner Menu

Not Available



19

Sunday Brunch


Brunch in town!

20

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

23 Lunch & Dinner Menu & Prime Rib

Lunch 11:30 – 2:00

Wine Tasting

6:30


Lunch 11:30 – 2:00

Tantalizing


25 Dinner Menu Not Available

Mardi Gras Cajun

Feast! With Wine Pairings

6:00 – 9:00

26

Club Closed

27

Offices Open

Club

Closed for Dining


“Fat Tuesday” Mardi Gras Cajun

Lunch Buffet 11:30 – 2:00

Dinner

6:00 – 9:00

Member Event Incentive Program Sponsor or book a private party of 30 people or more and receive a complimentary lunch or dinner for two

here at the Club! Call or Email Stacy Bridges your Catering Director at 706-596-1100,

[email protected] for booking or additional information.

Seen Around the Club

Dr. Jimmy Elder, Sheri Lawler & Charlotte Conner & friends at the Club.

Hilde Holmes celebrating her birthday with family at the Club.

James & Zada Feighner and family. Kelly Alexander & daughters at the Club.

Lamar & Gloria Johnson with Judge Mallon & Kay Faircloth at Sunday Brunch.

Matthew & Kara Barkley carving pumpkins with their daughter.

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