Secrets to fabulous Parties & Decor

Take it from us at The City Club who has seen so many wonderful events and celebrations!
We are always excited to see creative event design but also admire tasteful simplicity.

There are a few secrets to keep in mind when planning your next celebration at The City Club:

Lighting:
The City Club offers an in-house up-lighting package which truly enhances the ambiance of the Club. The lighting reflects off the white walls on the 10th Floor Café and plays off the gold leaf ceilings. When lighting is placed on the 11th floor Main Dining Room it creates a warm amber glow which encompasses the warmth of the wood walls.

The City Club works closely with Elle Music & Events who can help create even more lighting designs from table pin spotting, room washes, dance floor washes, gobo designs and spot lighting.


Linens:
The simplest way to create drama and flair in the rooms is to upgrade your linens. With the right touch of color you can keep the rest of your design elements simple.

The City Club works closely with Classic Party Rentals, La Tavola and Napa Valley Linens.


Floral Design:
Fresh, colorful and tastefully done. The City Club is happy to provide three large entry arrangements that can be tailored to your event. When thinking about floral design, take advantage of the colors, art work and existing Art deco elements within the Club. Create floral masterpieces that can be as simple as a floating gardenia in a tasteful 30’s inspired bowl to taller natural looking centerpieces that can bring outside elements inside. Floral design is the obvious choice, but you can be creative, budget conscious, and still achieve that extra flair.

The City Club is happy to work with our Club florist on your floral needs and also works closely with Stacey Miller Designs, Branch Out, Floramor Studios and Floreal.


Music:
The City Club is wired with Satellite Radio and has connections for IPod sound. Just a little touch of sound is all you need but when you choose a live element it makes all the difference.Whether it is steel drums, a solo guitarist, duo or trio, full live band or DJ, music really keeps the entertainment minimal and the enjoyment among guests high.

The City Club works with Peter Rudolfi of Artists in Music, Denon & Doyle, Marianne Kent & Bay Society, Bay Music & Entertainment and Elle Music & Events.


Furniture:
The City Club has a variety of original 1930’s furnishings that can be arranged within our event spaces to create a lounge like feeling. Use these pieces to warm up our spaces and create an inviting feeling which guests will love. Whether you want the Club to feel classic and original or bring in a modern feeling all of this can be achieved.

The City Club works closely with Classic Party Rentals and Blueprint Studios to create the perfect ambiance.



We hope our advice will help make your next event even more wonderful!

Michelle Kimmins- Director of Sales & Catering

Happy New Year!

Resolutions, Words of the Year (my favorite), new gym memberships, Weddings to plan, Clubs to join, Places to visit, Events to plan, Old friends to catch up with and New friends to meet. Don’t you love the beginning of a New Year?

The year ended well for us at The City Club. We appreciate all the business received from our Members and guests and look forward to what this year will bring us.

We have a few upcoming events that we want to share and remind you about:

Tuesday, January 13, 2009 from 5-7pm
City Club Wedding & Event Open Houses- scheduled for the first Tuesday of every month.
Complimentary Champagne and Hors d’oeuvres

Featured vendors: Sugarcoat It Studio cake tastings and Table Décor by Classic Party Rentals.

Wednesday, January 21, 2009 from 6-9pm
Havana Nights- Dennis M Photography Showcase hosted by The City Club sponsored by f. Duncan Reyes events by design, one of San Francisco’s premier event planners.

The Café will be transformed into a Cuban Night! Join us for live music and entertainment, traditional food and flair, signature beverages and private reserve cigars. The night is sure to indulge your senses.
Please contact your Sales & Catering Manager for more information and to RSVP.

Friday, January 23, 2009 from 6-9pm
Urban Winemaker Dinner

$85 inclusive members and hosted member guests
$100 non-members
Featuring:
Connor Brennan, who will share about his Pinot Noir, recognized by the San Francisco Chronicle as one of the top 5 wines in the country.
Matt Reidy, of ConnonBrennon Cellars will share about his wine philosophy.
Kian Tavakoli of Keon Wines and a consulting winemaker at Crushpad will share about small lot wineries.

January 29th, 2009 from 7:45 -9: 30 a.m.
Cleopatra Vaughns Non-Profit Leadership Breakfast

Complimentary with reservation
reservations@cityclubsf.com
Featuring:
Michael O'Neill, Ph.D., Professor of Non-Profit Management, University of San Francisco
"Is there really a crisis of confidence in charities?"
This event graciously hosted by The City Club of San Francisco & Board of Governors.

*In Memoriam of Cleopatra Vaughns, Former City Club Board Chair and true community servant.

January 30, 2009 from 6-9pm
City Club Cigar Night

$85 inclusive members and hosted member guests
$100 non-members
Join us for our signature cocktails, and selection of fine cigars.
Menu will include barbecued beef brisket and fixings.



Hope to see you soon!
Please feel free to contact me with any questions.
Michelle Kimmins- Director of Sales & Catering

A twist on the ordinary office holiday party...

Does your small office want to celebrate the holidays in a BIG way? The City Club is hosting a holiday celebration not to be missed. Celebrate the holiday season in style with us on Tuesday, December 9th. We will be hosting everything you didn't have time to plan or perhaps not have the large budget for this year...decorations, entertainment, food & cocktails! Bring your small business to nothing but a large holiday celebration!

-Alison Angelo, Sales & Catering Manager