University Club Connector May 2014 Painting by Robert Amos WHAT S HAPPENING IN YOUR CLUB UPCOMING EVENTS Come join us for brunch on the most important day of the year!! Mother s Day Mother s Day Brunch May 11 th, 2014 11:00am to 1:00pm See Page 3 of your Club Connector for more details
Message from the Chair May brings the flowers, the birds and a chance to enjoy the full beauty of Spring in Victoria. Some Important things to mention: Art at the University Club The Club is issuing a call to our members for proposals for temporary loan exhibitions. In the proposal we ask for a brief biography of the artist, an expression of intent regarding the theme or intent of the exhibition, and an electronic portfolio of work proposed for exhibition. The Club`s Art Committee will select works for temporary exhibition based on the following criteria: Appropriateness of works to the décor of the club, their safety and security. Quality of works Interests of the membership Relevance of the works to the overall mission of the art program Balancing a variety of media, style and themes in the exhibitions. The Club will publish a calendar of art events and activities through its Newsletter and on its website. Please submit your proposals to the University Club at reservat@uvic.ca. For further information about this program please contact the University Club office. Pond Remediation Our pond is about to get a bit of tender loving care over the next couple of weeks to make it even more special for the summer so expect the birds to be chirping even louder when it is completed. Have you had a chance to join us for a Hard Days night on Fridays? Every Friday, with the exception of May 2 nd we are featuring entertainment with no cover charge. On May 9 th we are featuring a Quiz Night and May 30 th is the grand opening celebration of our patio. The Sutcliffes return June 6 th for our annual lobster fest. So many great Fridays to come.see the newsletter for more information including dates, times and future performers. What other great things are happening???: Remember.Mother s Day is coming up fast remember to reserve your table for brunch to celebrate Mom on Sunday, May 11 th. Prime Rib Special on Saturday evenings! Check out The Weekly Events page and the remainder of this newsletter for more details on these and other events. Time to sign off again but before I ******Event ****** go a reminder Mother s Day Brunch! Till next time see you at the Club! Margaret May 11th 11:00 am 1:00 pm *********************************
Mother s Day Brunch May 11 th, 2014 11:00am to 1:00pm MENU Pastries, Croissants & Cinnamon Buns Eggs Benedict Pancakes with Strawberries & Cream Crispy Smoked Maple Bacon Pork Sausages Red Pepper-Scallion Potato Hash Asian Noodle Salad with Shrimp Roasted Potato & Fennel Wasabi-Ginger Coleslaw Mixed Baby Greens Caesar Salad Greek Salad Poached Salmon with Prawns Shrimp & Mussels Carved Ham with Rosemary Maple Whiskey Sauce Oregano Roasted Chicken Breast with Chipotle Cream Seafood en Croute Beef & Onion Pie Smoked Cheddar & Grilled Asparagus Quiche Mushroom Ravioli in Tomato Cream Wild Rice Pilaf DESSERTS Chocolate Fountain, Cheese Board, Strawberry Mousse, Amaretto Mousse Fresh Fruit, Crème Brulee, Assorted Gateaux Coffee & Tea Assorted Juices $39.95 Adults $19.95 Children 12 & Under Under 5 Complimentary Reservations required. 11:00am, 11:30am or 12:00pm. Please call 250-721-7935 or email us at reservat@uvic.ca
April showers bring May flowers and that means The Patio is Now Open!!! Join us for the grand opening of the patio lunch & dinner celebrations with a BBQ overlooking the pond May 30th, 2014 Lunch 11:30-2:00pm Dinner 6:00-7:30 We will be featuring a deluxe buffet & live entertainment for $16.95 per person STARTING FRIDAY MAY 9TH OUR BBQ WILL BE LIT FOR OUR TGIF BBQ LUNCHEONS Every Friday from 11:30-2:00pm. Only $16.95 per person
The Hard Day s Night Club Every Friday Night No Cover Charge Main Dining Room is open 5:30pm-11:00pm Featuring Evening Entertainment Now featuring special themed evenings! Ladies Night, Men s Night & Couples Night! BBQ will be lit as of May 9th!!!! The Lounge menu and fresh sheet available till 9:00pm Reservations can be made up until 7:00pm Please see the following for entertainment features
The Hard Day s Night Club FRIDAY MAY 9TH FEATURING TEAMS NIGHT SPECIALS & THE FRIDAY QUIZ NIGHT The Friday Quiz is a team quiz night for those who like to blend the nerd with the silly. The quiz, written and presented by Benji and Jack, is designed to encourage discussion, debate and team work. Every question allows for a decent guess, while the liberal application of lunacy helps keep the egg heads at bay. What we're saying is... ANYONE CAN WIN IT! The quiz is set to a soundtrack of swinging soul and big beat pop. There are opportunities to dance, scream, cry, laugh or simply pretend to be a helicopter. Everybody is welcome. This isn't your regular quiz night, this is THE FRIDAY QUIZ! ---- "Audiences come in droves. During the last three years of its run, The Friday Quiz was one of the hottest tickets in town." Times Colonist Giant Wings $4.00 lb Beer Specials BBQ Buffet $16.95 Couples, Men s & Ladies Night are features only. All members and guests of members are able to join in on the fun and the great specials advertised
The Hard Day s Night Club FRIDAY MAY 16TH FEATURING MEN S NIGHT with THE BLACK ANGUS BAND Black Angus is an innovative acoustic band that is all about Gareth Hurwood and the music he has developed in his repertoire over many years. Gareth is best known as the leader, singer and multi-instrumentalist with West Coast Celtic group, Kitangus. His talent, humour and experience provide a fresh approach to the folk genre, specializing in music from Ireland, UK, Canada and United States, along with original compositions in the traditional style. Black Angus' show has a high energy level and great stage presence that is instantly communicated to their audience. The band is devoted to great songs, which combined with their own sheer enjoyment of the music, fuels their powerful performance. Beverage Specials BBQ Buffet $16.95 Featuring Angus Beef Couples, Men s & Ladies Night are features only. All members and guests of members are able to join in on the fun and the great specials advertised
The Hard Day s Night Club FRIDAY MAY 23RD FEATURING LADIES NIGHT WITH SLIM SANDY & THE HILLBILLY BOPPERS SLIM SANDY & THE HILLBILLY BOPPERS. They love to strum their guitars, blow the harp and stomp the beat! They play a combination of Slim Sandy s own compositions and rockabilly or country blues songs from the late 40 s and early 50 s. 2 FOR 1 APPIES Bacon Wrapped Scallops Spanakopita Tempura Curried Cauliflower & Broccoli DRINK SPECIALS Caesars Martinis Wine Wasabi Pork Dumplings BBQ Buffet $16.95 Couples, Men s & Ladies Night are features only. All members and guests of members are able to join in on the fun and the great specials advertised
The Hard Day s Night Club FRIDAY MAY 30TH FEATURING GRANDE OPENING OF THE PATIO EVENING CELEBRATION WITH THE CLIFFHANGERS The Cliffhangers play a variety of the Beatles, Van Morrison, The Eagles and many more entertaining vocals. You can get up and dance or sit back and enjoy a cocktail to this great band! Deluxe Buffet & Beverage Specials Couples, Men s & Ladies Night are features only. All members and guests of members are able to join in on the fun and the great specials advertised
The Hard Day s Night Club SPECIAL FEATURE LOBSTER FEST 2014 Friday June 6th, 2014 5:30 Reception 6:30 Dinner Entertainment Featuring The Sutcliffes MENU Cream of Asparagus with Truffle Oil Crème Fraîche Baby Greens, Grape Tomatoes, Artichoke & Cashews Asian Orange Dressing Fresh Charlotte Town Lobster with Drawn Butter Seasonal Vegetables & Mushroom Risotto Strawberry Shortcake with Chocolate Covered Strawberry White Chocolate Mint Chantilly Coffee Tea $49.95 per person plus tax
WEEKLY EVENTS AT THE CLUB International Buffet Lunches Every Wednesday dine at your Club to enjoy different flavours from around the world. Served from 11:30-2:00pm for $15.95 plus taxes Prime Rib Saturdays Every Saturday from 5:00-8:00pm, we will be offering a three course Prime Rib Dinner CHEF S MAY PRIX FIXE DINNER MENU Camas Room Three Course Dinner $19.95 Bacon Wrapped Scallops TGIF BBQ Luncheon Every Friday starting May 9th, the BBQ will be lit for our weekly TGIF BBQ lunch Served from 11:30-2:00pm for $16.95 plus taxes Slow Brazed Pork with Red Current Mushroom Sauce Summer Fruit Bread & Butter Pudding Reservations recommended for all events at the Club Please call 250-721-7935 or email us at reservat@uvic.ca
CLUB HOURS OF OPERATION Please note the University Club be closed Monday May 19th for Victoria Day. The Club will reopen with regular service Tuesday May 20th, 2014 Office Hours Monday to Friday 9:00am-5:00pm Camas Room Dining Monday to Saturday 5:00pm-8:00pm Lunch Service Monday to Friday 11:30am-2:00pm Bar/Lounge Hours Monday to Thursday 11:30am-10:00pm Friday 11:30am-11:00pm Saturday 5:00pm-10:00pm Reservations Phone: 250-721-7935 Email: reservat@uvic.ca Website: http://club.uvic.ca/ Click to connect with us on Facebook Please note: Cancellation of reservations are much appreciated a minimum of 48 hours in advance of your dining or special event reservations.