UC July 2014 Newsletter

A building systems survey, commissioned by
the University Club in February of 2000, recom-
mended that the clubhouse roof be replaced. Unfortu-
nately, due to various circumstances, the project was post-
poned. The situation has become much worse in the ensuing
14 years; and, though our long-suffering roof limped through
another winter of snow and ice and a particularly rainy spring, it
is only going to get worse. It is a huge and daunting project, but we
simply can’t wait any longer and hope to get it underway in the fall.

Club member James Davies, AIA, Deputy Commissioner Design and
Construction for the New York State Office of General Services
(retired) graciously donated his time and expertise to spearhead the roof
project. Over the last year he has come to know the club’s multi-level
flat roof quite well, having climbed up there numerous times with con-
tractors and roofers to map out the project (all this despite the fact that
he’s really ‘not crazy about heights’!).

To assist in the repair and preservation of the Clubhouse and, in par-
ticular, problems caused by years of deferred maintenance to the roof
and HVAC system, the University Club Foundation launched the
Raise the Roof capital campaign in July 2013. Since then they have
raised more than $70,000. “The Foundation is happy to help,” says
UC Foundation President Vito Grasso. “We believe that it is our
responsibility-and privilege-to maintain and care for our his-
toric building. As a fine example of early twentieth century
architecture it connects us, in a physical way, to our past;
and, just as importantly, connects us to the lives of
thousands of people who have passed through its
doors. It is their legacy that we carry on.”

The success, thus far, of the Raise the Roof initiative
is due, in large part, to the individuals and organiza-
tions listed at right. Members of the Raise the Roof
Committee have been particularly generous, donating
$1,000 or more. We hope you will show your support
by joining this committee of philanthropic people. It
is the best kind of committee to be involved in-there
are no meetings to attend! In fact, there is no commit-
ment beyond your donation. Contact Ellen at 518-
463-1151 or [email protected] to
make a donation or do so at the Bastille Day celebra-
tion on Monday, July 14th when, among other things,
we will be recognizing the Raise the Roof Committee
for their generosity (Bastille details on page two).
Proudly Presented by the University Club of Albany Foundation
Raise the Roof Committee

Warren Abriel
Sylvia Barnard
CSEA
Jim Davies
Tony Esposito
Jason & Meredith Helgerson
Dave Hochfelder & Ann Pfau
Jay Jakovic
Wendy Lindskoog
Don Meserve
Harold & Ruth Rubin
Colleen Ryan & Eric Hoppel
Jim Sheppard
David Stackrow
Gene Tobey
Paul & Fran Veillette
Harold & Kerry Ann Williams
Ed Wutzer










Raise the Roof Donors

Joseph Allen
John Colley
Rob Curry
Tom DiNapoli
Vito & Susan Grasso
Michael Hurt
Lew Krupka
Paul Praus
Mr. & Mrs. William Sheehan
Reverend Carl Urban
Tim Varney
John Wyld





















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Anything can be a cause for celebra-
tion (especially if French food and
wines are involved) so Bastille Day
seemed like as good a reason as any
to have a party.

Similar in many ways to our Inde-
pendence Day, Bastille Day is a
French holiday that commemorates
the storming of the Bastille prison on
July, 14 1789. Although the Bastille
only held seven prisoners at the time
of its capture, it was a symbol of the
absolute and arbitrary power of
Louis the 16th's Ancient Regime.
The storming of the prison was a
symbol of liberty and the fight
against oppression for all French
citizens; like the Tricolor flag, it
symbolized the Republic's three ide-
als: Liberty, Equality, and Fraternity
for all French citizens. By capturing
the prison, the people signaled that
the king's power was no longer abso-
lute: power should be based on the
Nation and be limited by a separa-
tion of powers. It marked the end of
absolute monarchy and the birth of
the sovereign Nation and creation of
the (first) Republic in 1792.
(www.about.com)

The University Club Foundation in-
vites you to join them for a Bastille
Day celebration on Monday, July
14th. The festivities begin at 6 p.m.
with a tasting of French wines – red,
white, and rosé – presented by Uni-
versity Club board member Mark
Brogna, proprietor of Capital Wine
& Spirits. The tasting will be accom-
panied by Parisian pique-nique fare,
including salade Niçoise, assorted
terrine and pâté, smoked salmon;
crudités, and a variety of cheeses.

At 7 p.m., Richard Fogarty, Associ-
ate Professor, Department of History



On the buffet:
Glazed BBQ Pork Ribs
Roast Prime Rib of Beef
Herb Encrusted Salmon
Roasted Potatoes
Homemade Macaroni & Cheese
Summer Squash Medley

Dessert
(You will just have to wait
and see what deliciousness
Chef Kevin creates!)

$23.95
(beverages, tax and
service charge additional)
Reservations please. Call 463-1151.






Cocktails (sign basis)
Light hors d’oeuvres
5:30-6:30 PM

Dinner Buffet
6:30-7:30 PM

$27.95 per person, including light
hors d’oeuvres, salad bar, 1
1/4
pound
lobster (or filet mignon), sides and
dessert; tax, service charge and bev-
erages additional.

Filet mignon and additional lobsters
also be available upon prior request.
Reservations are required and must
be made by Wednesday, July 16th.
Call the Club at 518-463-1151. Let
us know your entrée choices when
making reservations.


at the University at Albany, will pre-
sent a talk titled, “A Tale of Two
Revolutions, and Two Independence
Days.” He will discuss the French
Revolution, its ties to the American
Revolution, and how two nations
commemorating their independence
every July could be celebrating
things at once so different and so
much the same. The talk will be fol-
lowed by a champagne toast and
scrumptious crème puffs.

The evening will also serve to recog-
nized those individuals and organiza-
tions who comprise the Raise the
Roof Committee.

Tickets are $40 (including tasting
and pique-nique). A cash bar will
also be available. Reservations are
required and may be made by calling
the Club at 518-463-1151 or online
at www.uclubevents.blogspot.com.


On the Buffet:
Lasagna
Shrimp Scampi
Flat Bread Pizzas
Chicken Picatta
Italian Pastries
And more!

All fresh and home-made. If you
attended Big Night a couple of years
ago, you know how fabulous Chef
Kevin’s Italian food is! If you didn’t,
you’ll just have to come down to
find out for yourself. $23.95 (tax,
service charge and beverages addi-
tional). Reservations please. Call
463-1151.



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The Membership Committee would
like to take this opportunity to wel-
come the following new member to
the University Club family:

Colin Quin

Mr. Quin is a self-employed wood-
worker and a 1994 graduate of Bard
College. He was sponsored for mem-
bership by his wife, Teresa Casey,
and Colleen Ryan.










El verano ya está aquí! No hay mejor
tiempo de sentarse, relajarse y
disfrutar de un refrescante cóctel.

Translation: Summer is finally here!
There’s no better time sit back, relax
and enjoy a cool, refreshing cocktail.

Many of our spring events had a
French theme, so we thought it
might be nice to bring you a bit of
Spain in July.

Beat the heat (July is the hottest
month of the year!) and join us in the
air-conditioned Grille Room on Fri-
day evenings for your favorite
chilled libation. Or be adventurous
and try something new like a Tinto
de Verano, our Cocktail of the
Month.

‘Tinto de Verano’ translates to Eng-
lish as “Red Wine of Summer” and it
is served in summer all over Spain. It
is a unique combination of dry red
wine, lemon-lime soda and a twist of
lemon.


JULY/AUGUST HOURS

The clubhouse will be open Mon-
day-Thursday from 11:30 a.m. - 3:00
p.m. and on Friday from 11:30 a.m. -
8:30 p.m.

CLUB VACATION DATES

THE CLUB WILL BE CLOSED FOR
VACATION FOR TWO WEEKS FROM
JULY 27TH THROUGH AUGUST
10TH AND WILL RE-OPEN ON MON-
DAY, AUGUST 11TH. This annual
shut-down gives most of our staff
some much needed (and deserved!)
time off. Dean and Ellen will be
checking voicemail, retrieving
emails and covering the desk and
phones during the closure.

As in years past you may use the
dining facilities of the following area
clubs during our closure:

Fort Orange 434-2101
Albany Country Club 765-2851
Wolfert’s Roost 449-3223
Troy Country Club 274-1000
Mohawk Golf Club 374-9121
Schuyler Meadows 785-2851

Remember, this is a very busy time
of the year for country clubs, so be
sure to call ahead to make reserva-
tions if you plan to stop by for lunch
or dinner. Some clubs require pay-
ment at the time of services ren-
dered, others will allow you to
charge to your University Club ac-
count. Please inquire when making
your reservations. It is also important
that you provide a legible signature,
your account number (you can find
this on your monthly statement and
your membership card) and
“University Club of Albany” when
signing for food and beverages at
any of these clubs.

July minimum usage

PLEASE NOTE: Monthly food and
beverage minimums must be met on
or before Friday, July 25th.


FRIDAY, AUGUST 29





Chasing Woodstock:
Finding the Cost of Freedom
6:00 p.m.

The University Club Foundation will
host Ron Evans, author of Chasing
Woodstock: Finding the Cost of
Freedom. Reception 6 p.m.; Program
and book signing 7 p.m.; screening
of the 1970 documentary film
"Woodstock" in the Grille Room at 8
p.m. Stay tuned for more details.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 5
Jeff Strange
1st Friday Concerts are on hiatus
over the summer but will resume on
September 5th with Jeff Strange.

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17
Homecoming Day
Join us for a special luncheon as we
celebrate some of the U. Club's long-
est-tenured members and invite some
old friends back.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 26
Uncork Autumn
Tasting, Buffet and Wine Pull

NOVEMBER 2014
The University Club Celebrates
New York State History Month

The University Club Foundation is
planning an exciting series of pro-
grams for November, to commemo-
rate New York State History Month.
While we are still working out the
details, our intention is to present no
fewer than 10 programs during the
month of November, including
luncheons, receptions and dinners,
featuring experts in a variety of dis-
ciplines discussing the history and
culture of New York State and the
Albany area.









Officers: Colleen Ryan, President
Nate Maloney, Vice President
Tim Varney, Secretary
Matt Badalucco, Treasurer
Warren Abriel, Past President

Directors: Mark Brogna
Rob Crudden
Meredith Helgerson
Jeffrey Hill
David Hochfelder

Geoffrey Hoderath
Amy Hines-Kramer
Ken McCauley
Frank Nemeth


SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY
1 Lunch

Yoga 11:00 a.m.
2 Lunch 3 Lunch 4

Club Closed
Independence Day
5

Club Closed
6

Club Closed
7 Lunch

8 Lunch


9 Lunch 10 Lunch 11 Lunch & Buffet
Ribs & Rib
& Salmon Buffet
6-8 p.m.
12

Club Closed
13

Club Closed
14 Lunch



Bastille Celebration
6-8 p.m.
15 Lunch

Yoga 11:00 a.m.
16 Lunch 17 Lunch 18 Lunch & Buffet

Lobster Buffet
6-8 p.m.
19

Club Closed
20

Club Closed
21 Lunch 22 Lunch

Yoga 11:00 a.m.
23 Lunch 24 Lunch 25 Lunch & Buffet

Italian Buffet
6-8 p.m.
26

Private Party
Club Closed
27 28 29 30 31 AUGUST 1 2



CLUB IS CLOSED FOR VACATION JULY 28th - AUGUST 10th & RE-OPENS ON MONDAY AUGUST 11th