THE PARADE 2009-2010

Inside you’ll find the announcement and information for our St Patrick’s Board of Directors
Parade celebration at the University Club. If you have not already done so, you
should really, really think about joining in the fun. It is the 60th annual parade
Officers
for the City of Albany and the Irish heritage has never been in short supply or President
shy. The festival atmosphere of the street, the spontaneity of the crowd and the Tom Pandick
dedication of the marchers to step lively and smile the entire length of the route
are legendary. The music of the bands and the pipers, the floats, the politicians, Vice President
the fire engines, the veterans and, most important, the Irish ancestors are all Warren Abriel
part of the tradition. The unique part of the parade for you is that inside the Secretary
Club House is the chance to share the day, the laughter, the drink and the food Pat Conole
with your family and friends. And, what better place to “view” the parade and
all the shenanigans then from our lawn, our street corner or our living room Treasurer
(and don’t forget to wear your UClub hat so that we can find you in the Gene Farley
crowd). When it comes to having a good time it doesn’t get much better than Past President
St Patrick’s Parade at the University Club. So, call Ellen (518) 463-1151 to James Nolan
make your reservation so that you don’t miss out on the fun.
Directors
$$$ FOR MEMBERS Matt Badalucco
Inside you’ll find an article from the Membership Committee noting the Cal Berger
continued need for new members in the Club and reminding us that together, Kevin Clancy
we can make a difference. While this should not be a surprise, it is a necessity Gene Hallock
that we be constantly reminded. Certainly the betterment of the Club should be
the underlying motive for introducing new personalities to the membership Angie Jiminez
roster, but it never hurts to have a financial incentive to do so as well. So the Nate Maloney
Board, last Tuesday, adopted the recommendation of Membership Co-Chair Frank Nemeth
Matt Badalucco that you receive a monetary award for each new member Bill Ross
joining the Club for which you are the primary sponsor (meaning the first of Hal Williams
the two required sponsors). Effective immediately, each time you are the prime
sponsor of a new member you will receive a credit on your bill equal to one
month’s of dues and assessments for that new member. If you sponsor a
Resident, the current credit to you would be $164. If you sponsor a Corporate, INSIDE…
the credit would be up to $376. Get the picture? What could be better, and
more rewarding, than promoting the livelihood of the Club with new members Membership News 3
while lining your pocket with some extra dough? So thumb through that Music in the Grille 2
rolodex of business associates, think about the friends with whom you really Lunch Speaker 2
enjoy sharing good times and consider whether Club membership would be the St. Pat’s Parade 2
ideal college graduation gift for your son or daughter or grandchild.
Prime Rib Buffet 2
From the Foundation 3
Easter Buffet 2
Tom Pandick Find us on Facebook 3
President
 Jeff Strange returns to the U Club for an evening of Oldies music and Irish tunes Friday,
March 5th from 8-10 PM. If you were here in September, you know he puts on a great show.
If you missed him, stop by & find out what you’re missing! Get some friends together, have
dinner & stay for the music. Reservations please. Call 463-1151. Dining until 9 p.m.
This After 1st Friday event is sponsored by the University Club Foundation as part of its
mission to increase its community visibility and involvement as well as that of the Club.

The 60th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade will be on Saturday, March 13th this year.
It passes right by the club on Washington Avenue so we have prime viewing space! Join
us for the parade and a corned beef and cabbage buffet. The bar opens at noon and the
Buffet starts at 1:00 p.m. Adults $14; kids $7 (beverages additional). The parade begins
at 2:00 p.m. at Quail & Central. Bring the family! It’s a lot of fun for everyone. THIS IS
A VERY POPULAR EVENT! RESERVATIONS ARE ABSOULTELY NECESSARY! Call the club at
least 24 hours in advance at 463-1151. Plan to arrive early to beat the street closures and parking crunch!

Dr. Nancy L. Zimpher, the 12th Chancellor of the State University of New York, will address the Albany
Roundtable on Wednesday, March 10 at 12:30 pm. She will discuss the Public Education Empowerment and
Innovation Act and SUNY's strategic plan. All are welcome. Hot & cold buffet at noon. $15 per person. For
reservations call the Albany-Colonie Chamber of Commerce at 431-1440 or email albanyroundtable@yahoo.com.

Join us Friday, March 26th from 6-8 pm for a delicious buffet featuring: Soup du Jour, Mixed Green Salad,
Roast Prime Rib, Baked Sea Scallops, Grilled Chicken, Shepherd’s Pie, Baked Potato, Fresh Green Beans,
Tiramisu, Homemade Vanilla Trifle and Fresh Fruit. $22.95 (beverages additional). Please make reservations at
least 24 hours in advance by calling the Front Desk at 463-1151.

Make plans to join us for a very special 1st Friday on April 2nd, as The University Club
Foundation presents Sonny & Perley in conjunction with The Albany Institute of History & Art.
Sonny & Perley, a husband and wife team voted "Best Jazz Standards Duo" by Metroland, will
perform three fabulous sets of Great American Songbook Standards and International Cabaret -
from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. at the Albany Institute, and from 8:00 - 10:00 p.m. at the University
Club. On the first Friday of each month, the Albany Institute remains open until 8:00 p.m. and
admission to their galleries is free as part of the downtown arts walk that showcases the thriving art scene in
downtown Albany. The Hartford Courant calls Sonny & Perley "a tight jazz duo with a richly varied musical
turf," and we hope you'll take advantage of this unique opportunity to hear them at the Institute & the club.

Invite your friends & family to celebrate Easter, Sunday, April 4th, at the Club. Mixed Green
Salad, Roast Prime Rib, Baked Virginia Ham, Shrimp Primavera, Cajun Bluefish, Chicken
Tenders, Fries and Homemade Macaroni & Cheese for the kids and French Silk Pie for dessert.
The bar opens at noon and the Buffet will be available from 12:30-2:30 pm. $23.95; Children
under 12 $10.95 (beverages additional). Call 463-1151 to make reservations.
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FROM THE FOUNDATION
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The Foundation will be hosting the
Annual Golf Outing this year and plans
are well underway. Our goal is to
expand the field to at least 72 golfers!
To accommodate the crowd we’ve set
the date for Tuesday, August 31st at
The Country Club of Troy, with
drinks, dinner and prizes to follow at
the University Club. Mark your
calendars and spread the word! Stay
tuned for details.
Planned Giving
You can accomplish your
philanthropic goals and support the
University Club by including the
University Club of Albany Foundation,
Inc. in your planned giving portfolio.
Two time-honored ways to do so are
through a bequest in your will or by
establishing a charitable gift annuity.
A charitable gift annuity, for example,
can generate income for life and
ultimately secure the future of the
University Club and its mission for
decades to come. If you would like to
support the University Club in this
fashion please contact John Hess at
(518) 463-1151 to identify a deferred
giving plan that can best meet your
needs.
Foundation President
FROM THE MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE
Ask not what your club can do for you…ask a friend to join.
A club is only as strong and as good as its membership and we have
an outstanding club with great members. However, there is no
doubt that we would love to increase the number of fine folks we
have here.
Here’s one thing we know for sure: “The most critical factor that
determines whether a club can reach its membership goals is the
number of members who are actively involved in the membership
by invitation process” (Steve Graves, Reverse the Trend: Tap into
what Makes your Club Special, Club Management Magazine,
November/December, 2009). Consider these statistics: People who
are introduced to membership by current members are 50% more
likely to join; while less than 10% will join as a result of cold calls
and less than 1% as a result of direct mail marketing (Club
Resources International).
The membership committee has one question for you:
“When was the last time you talked to someone about joining
the University Club?”
As Tom Pandick mentioned in his letter on page one, the Board
recently enacted an incentive program to encourage member to
member recruitment. Under the program every Primary Sponsor of
a new member will receive a credit on their account equal to the
amount of one month’s dues/assessments of each new member they
sponsor.
To ensure long term viability and success of your club, it takes an
ongoing and consistent effort on the part of all members to invite
their friends and associates to join. A little extra effort will go a
long way to ensure the continued stability and enjoyment of our
club for the next 109 years.
It’s going to be a great year for the University Club. Be a part of it!
Matt Badalucco
Co-Chair, Membership Committee
Nate Maloney
Co-Chair, Membership Committee