September 2015
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Wilmington, DE 19806
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In This Issue
Member Referral Program..…..1
Reciprocal Review..…….….....2
Member Recognition………….3
Tilton Society Info...…….....4/5
Ad Space Available.....……….6
Event Calendar………………..7
Staff Contact & Policies.....…..8
Board of Governors
President
Edward Clemens
The University and Whist Club Membership Committee has been working
hard on a new Member Referral Incentive Program and is pleased to announce
the final result!
The purpose of this program is to bring in new members to the UWC and
reward the sponsoring member(s) for each one they bring in during a calendar
year. Current members will receive a Food and Beverage credit for each new
member that they sponsor for membership. The credit will be equal to 10% of
the incoming member’s dues rate. The earned credit can be applied to food,
beverage, Club events, and catering.
During the calendar year, the credit will be applied to the sponsoring
member’s bill for each new member he/she brings into the Club. The credits
will be applied to the sponsoring members account bi-annually, so long as the
new member(s) remains a member(s) and is in good standing with the Club.
Here is an example of the potential earnings for a sponsoring member within
a calendar year, based on the recruitment of up to 10 Resident Members:
Total New Annual Dues
Percent
Sponsor Total Credit Earned
1 New Member
$2,750
10%
$275
2 New Members
$5,500
10%
$550
Second Vice President
Daniel Maisano
3 New Members
$8,250
10%
$825
4 New Members
$11,000
10%
$1100
Immediate Past President
Doug Hershman
5 New Members
$13,750
10%
$1375
6 New Members
$16,500
10%
$1650
Treasurer
Edmund S. Lynch
7 New Members
$19,250
10%
$1925
8 New Members
$22,000
10%
$2200
Secretary
F. Edmund Lynch
9 New Members
$24,750
10%
$2475
10 New Members
$27,500
10%
$2750
President Elect
Joseph Gallo
Governors
Dr. Peter Bailey
Richard Conway
Brian Frederick
Hughlett Kirby
Andrew Rosen
Robert Rossiter
Richard Sommer
Michele Schiavoni
Samuel Waltz
Anna Wood
It is the goal of the Membership Committee to recruit 20 new Resident
members by the end of 2015. If this goal is met, the Club will have added over
$70,000 in revenue from new Initiation Fees, Annual Dues, and Food &
Beverage Minimums.
Join the Membership Committee on Wednesday, September 16 at 5:30pm,
for an informational meeting about the details of this program, how to be a
sponsor, the application process, and more.
* Credit may not be used towards dues, package sales or prior balances. * Credit only awarded for
NEW members. Any member that is returning to the Club within 5 years of resignation will not
qualify for referral credit.
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September 2015
A Review from Member, James Horty: The Pacific Club is an Oasis in the heart of Honolulu, Hawaii!
From the moment you pull into the entrance you get the feeling that the City of Honolulu grew around this
Club, which in fact is a very true statement. The Pacific Club turned 159 years old this year and remains a quiet
sanctuary in the heart of a bustling city for its Members. The Club holds the record as the oldest private club
still in operation west of the Mississippi.
The Club has a swimming pool, fitness center, paddle tennis and 4 Dining Rooms to choose from: The Main
Dining Room, The Tiare Terrace, The Card Room (equivalent to the Members Bar at the U&W Club) and
Mangos. My family and I had dinner in the Main Dining Room; the ambience, the food and the service was
first class from start to finish.
If you are planning a vacation to Hawaii you have to go to this Club…….it is Paradise in Paradise!
For more information on the Reciprocal Club program, please contact Kelly Caloway at (302) 658-5125 x.
100 or email KCaloway@UniversityWhist.com.
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September 2015
Congratulations to Mr. and Mrs.
Adam Hamby the birth of their baby
girl! Leena Victoria Hamby was
born, 6 lbs 8oz on August 4 at 12:59
AM. Jessyca Hamby held her baby
shower at the University and Whist
Club on June 14, 2015.
The University and Whist Club
would like to extend our deepest
gratitude to Mr. Russell Tuckerman,
for his extraordinary dedication to
the Club. Mr. Tuckerman rebuilt
and is maintaining the Clubs private
vegetable and herb garden. The
kitchen is thrilled with the update
and looks forward to bringing these
fresh flavors to the UWC dining
menus.
Congratulations to Mr. Ryan
Sommer and Miss Sarah Fields on
their recent engagement. Ryan, son
of member, Richard Sommer,
proposed to Sarah on the tower of
the University and Whist Club on
the evening of Friday, July 17! We
wish them the best in their future
together.
Congratulations to Mr. and Mrs.
Dzielak, on their recent wedding.
Ryan Dzielak and Alexis Frederick
were married on Saturday, June 6,
2015.
Did you or your child recently
get engaged or married? Are you or
a family member welcoming a baby?
Perhaps you just celebrated a
birthday or retirement? Well, we
want to hear about it—and give you
the recognition you deserve! To
have your special life moments
recognized in the newsletter, send a
note and photo to Kelly Caloway, at
KCaloway@UniversityWhist.com.
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Wishing a Happy Birthday to
Mr. John Hawkins, pictured here
with his daughter, Megan, as they
enjoyed a celebratory dinner at the
Club on July 24.
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September 2015
Join us at the historic University and Whist Club for an evening of great music, dancing and singing to the songs of Stevie
Wonder, as performed by the premiere tribute artist, CP Lacey! Guests will enjoy delicious passed hors d’oeuvres, food
stations, first two drinks free, silent auction and a few surprises!
FOR TICKETS: WWW.TILTONMANSIONSOCIETY.EVENTBRITE.COM
Please Note: This is not a University and Whist Club event and therefore may not be billed to your member account.
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September 2015
We are happy and grateful to announce the formation of the Tilton Mansion Preservation Society, Inc. The
TMPS is a 501(c)3 tax exempt organization, created for the restoration and preservation of the Tilton Mansion,
the home of the University and Whist Club. The mansion has major issues that are in need of repair.
The TMPS is holding its first annual fundraiser on Saturday, September 26, 2015. Join us for "An Evening
of Motown" and enjoy great music, dancing, and singing to the songs of Stevie Wonder, as performed by the
premiere tribute artist, C.P. Lacey! You can learn more about our performer, CP Lacey by visiting his
website, www.CPLacey.com.
We are asking for your support through attendance, donations and auction items. Remember, all items are
completely tax deductible. We need YOUR help to reach our goals!
Please feel free to contact me at (302) 575-0177 or visit our website at www.TiltonMansion.org.
Regards,
Ed Zabielski
President, TMPS • Member, UWC
President
Edward A Zabielski, Jr
The TMPS has completed its first project in thanks to
Secretary
Bryan Keenan
three anonymous donors! With their monetary donations,
we were able to rebuild the 9th street stairway entrance to
the Club’s grounds. These stairs had been blocked off by
cones and caution tape due to their unsafe condition. Thank
you to our donors!
Treasurer
Denise Gallo
Ex Officio
Edward Clemens
Board Members
Patricia Maisano
William Pelham
Patricia Zabielski
If you are interested in joining our
Board, or becoming a volunteer, please
contact us at EAZ@TiltonMansion.org.
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September 2015
YOUR AD HERE
Use this space to advertise your business,
a special offer, or an event you are
hosting at the Club.
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Ad space is limited.
Purchase early to claim your placement.
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Pricing:
Full Page: $300 • Half Page: $150
Quarter Page: $75 • Business Card: $50
To purchase ad space, please contact Kelly Caloway.
KCaloway@UniversityWhist.com • (302) 658-5125
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Family Movie
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Referral
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Trivia Night
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Wine
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Chef’s Table
An Evening of
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Joseph Phelps
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Trivia Night
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Premium
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Family Movie
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Philly George
Monster Bash
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September 2015
The UWC Cheroot Cigar Club
held their July meeting off-site, at
board member Brian Frederick’s
home. The Cigar Club meets once a
month to enjoy a smoke and some
libations while discussing plans for
upcoming Cigar Events. Those
interested in joining the Cheroot
Cigar Club may contact the Club’s
Chair, Mr. Joe Gallo, by email at
insitejag@aol.com.
Pictured from Left to Right:
Robert DiGiacamo, Tim George,
Evan Kirtses, Ryan Dzielak, Brian
Frederick, Dan Maisano, Achille
Scache, Joe Gallo.
Executive Management Information
Club Policy Reminders
General Manager
James Sides
JSides@UniversityWhist.com
302-658-5168 x 101
Accounting Manager
Kim Williams
KWilliams@UniversityWhist.com
302-658-5168 x 106
Event Cancellations
Executive Chef
Robert Lhulier
RLhulier@UniversityWhist.com
302-658-5168 x 110
Member Billing
Jenn Szper
JSzper@UniversityWhist.com
302-658-5168 x 105
ClubHouse Manager
Cathy Smith
CSmith@UniversityWhist.com
302-658-5168 x 102
AM Dining Room Manager
Gloria Fountain
302-658-5125
Membership & Marketing
Kelly Caloway
Kcaloway@UniversityWhist.com
302-658-5168 x 100
Catering Sales Manager
Margaret Reilly
MReilly@UniversityWhist.com
302-658-5168 x 103
Banquet Manager
Sharon Dawson
302-658-5125 x.108
Dining Room Reservations
Business Hours, 302-658-5125
After Hours, 302-658-5168 x 105
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In order to prevent taking a loss or
having to cancel events at the last
minute, the University and Whist Club
has a Cancellation Policy in place for
all Club Events. If reservations are
cancelled within 48 hours of an event
will be charged 50% of the ticket cost.
Those cancelled the day of an event or
reservation that do not show will be
responsible for the full ticket price.
Bringing Guests to the Club
Should a member entertain a guest
at the Club, all guest charges will be
automatically added to the member’s
bill unless otherwise noted. If a guest
should be required to pay on their
own, please let a staff member know
in advance so that they may collect the
proper information and payment.
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