This newsletter includes updates on Restaurant Week NYC - Summer 2011, Sightseeing and Museum Exhibits plus important information for Manhattan Club Owners regarding Proxy Voting, Our New Referral Director, 2011 Summer Sizzler, The Registry Collection, RCI Welcome Desk.

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An Important Reminder for Manhattan Club Owners regarding Proxy Voting

Please vote for your choices from among the nominated candidates for the three available positions on the board of directors of The Manhattan Club Timeshare Association. If you have already voted please disregard this message. Time is running short to meet the necessary quorum for the annual meeting. In order to avoid any additional expenses relating to this meeting and the election process, we urge you participate by casting your vote today. An email containing your voting information was sent to you from id@proxyvote with a subject line that read "The Manhattan Club annual meeting." Your immediate vote is urgently needed to meet our required quorum. Again, please check for this email containing instructions on how to cast your vote. If you did not receive the email or no longer have it available in your inbox, simple call Member Services at 212-453-8514. The deadline to vote is August 2, 2011. Thank you for your cooperation and assistance.

Announcing our New Referral Director

Lisa Jouvert, our former Referral Director has taken on a new role as Sales Manager. We are happy to continue to have Lisa as part of our Manhattan Club family and know that she will continue to make superb contributions. We are pleased, at this time, to introduce our new Referral Director, Brian Zimmer. Brian has spent 8 years at The Manhattan Club, in various positions, where he has come to know not only The Manhattan Club, but many of our Owners as well. This past March, Brian took on the position of Referral Director. As Referral Director, Brian looks forward to coming into contact with an even greater number of Owners and to being of service to you in introducing your friends, family and associates to The Manhattan Club experience. If you would like to refer guests to The Manhattan Club, have questions regarding our 2011 Owners' Referral Program or need assistance during our current Referral Program Summer Sizzler promotion now underway, you can reach Brian at 212-707-5000 extension 8765. We congratulate Brian on his new position and look forward to the knowledge, energy and enthusiasm that he brings to the department.

2011 Summer Sizzler Promotion Underway

The 2011 Summer Sizzler took off to a good start on June 16, 2011. During this special referral promotion period (6/16/11- 9/15/11) Owners will have a unique opportunity to earn bonus rewards in addition to the valuable rewards offered through the 2011 Referral Program. Refer your friends to The Manhattan Club and you can win the grand prize of one year's maintenance or a 7-day cruise - the choice is yours. Other great rewards will be awarded on a weekly basis to winners of our Weekly Sizzler Drawings. There's even a bonus for your referred guests. During this Sizzler period, the price of all Manhattan Club Preview Getaways are reduced by 20%. Invite your friends to take advantage of lower prices while enjoying: sunshine in Central Park, sumptuous dining in any of the City's many restaurants, fashionable shopping along Madison Avenue, adventures through the village and SOHO, culture at anyone of the City's many museums and lively shows on Broadway. The first two weeks of the Sizzler period are already behind us. Don't wait any longer. Refer guests today and be eligible to participate in a weekly drawing or even possibly earn the grand prize. We wish you a wonderful summer and look forward to welcoming your referred guests at The Manhattan Club.

Penthouse Suites to Join The Registry Collection

Details coming soon. For any immediate questions on The Registry Collection program, the Signature Collection and The Manhattan Club Penthouse Suites, please call 888-692-2121.

RCI Welcome Center Opens at The Manhattan Club

Those of you who have visited The Manhattan Club in the past few weeks have noticed the new RCI Welcome Center now located in The Manhattan Club lobby. For those of you who have not visited recently, it will be a welcome addition. The RCI Welcome Center, located next to the elevators and just across from the Concierge Desk, will serve to assist RCI members in getting the most from their membership and inform them of enhancements introduced by RCI.

For the next six-months, the desk will be manned by Phil Kasavage, an RCI representative with 25-years experience at RCI. He has worked with several of the large resorts, such as Hilton Grand Vacation Club and Welk Resorts. He has conducted training for both resort staff and members. His extensive knowledge of RCI Weeks, RCI Points and resorts will benefit Owners who seek his assistance. An RCI Welcome Center is not something you will find at every resort. We are both pleased and privileged that RCI has chosen The Manhattan Club as their newest site. We welcome Phil Kasavage and look forward to the invaluable benefits and service that he can provide to our Owners. Phil can be reached at 212 707-5000 ext. 3356.

In addition to presence in our lobby, informative RCI Member events have been scheduled to take place on the 26th floor. A message posted recently on the RCI blog site states, “For the first time in North America, RCI will be holding regular events open to timeshare owners at affiliated resorts. Our pilot program will be at The Manhattan Club in New York City – a location near many members, former members and timeshare owners. Events will run most Wednesday evenings and Sunday mornings and will be open to timeshare owners interested in learning more about the recent enhancements to the RCI Weeks program. The first event will take place Wed., July 13 for RCI subscribing members who are also Manhattan Club owners. RCI Events are scheduled to take place on the following dates: 7/20, 8/10, 8/17, 9/14, 9/18, 9/21 and 9/25. To register to attend any of these events, contact RCI representative, Phil Kasavage at 212 707-5000 ext. 3356.

Restaurant Week
Originally July 11-24 (Mon-Fri & some Sun)
Now Extended through 9/5/11

Restaurant Week debuted in New York City in 2001 and spread to other large urban cities in the years that followed. 2011 marks the twentieth anniversary of this great tradition, which gives New Yorkers and visitors a great opportunity to enjoy some of the City’s mot famed eateries at a greatly reduced price. What better way to treat yourself to that upscale restaurant that you’ve kept on your to do list for so long. This year, more than 300 restaurants will participate, offering lunch at $24.07 and Dinner at $35.00. Most participating restaurants compile special menus for this event listing a number of selections from their regular menu. Pick your favorite New York City restaurant or follow one of these suggestions offered by writer Heather Cross in her article for about.com.

Lunch Picks:

Cafe Boulud
Owned by celebrity chef Daniel Boulud
20 East 76th Street
Near the Whitney Museum

Gotham Bar & Grill
12 East 12th Street
Traditional American Fare
Near Union Square Park

Morimoto
88 Tenth Avenue
Sushi from the ultimate Iron Chef
Near Chelsea Market and the Highline

Petrossian
182 West 58th Street
Near Central Park

Porter House
10 Columbus Circle (Time Warner Ctr.)
Near Jazz at Lincoln Center


Dinner Picks:

21 Club
21 West 52nd Street
Near Fifth Ave. and Madison Ave. shopping.

One if By Land Two if By Sea
In Greenwich Village
This one-time home of Aaron Burr turned restaurant is often voted New York City’s most romantic restaurant.

The Modern
9 West 53rd Street (Inside MoMA)
Stylish settings as one would expect at MoMA
Near Rockefeller Center

The Tribeca Grill
375 Greenwich Street
Co-founded by Robert DeNiro nearly 15 years ago, this Village classic continues to bring in local regulars and visitors alike. Despite the high profile celebrity connection, the restaurant gained it reputation for its quality cuisine.

Restaurant Week is just another one of the many exciting traditions waiting for you in New York City. With so many things to see and do, and so many places to eat, all you need now is a great place to stay.

LePain Quotidien
Baking Classes
65 Bleeker Street

LePain Quotidien a chain of French style casual lunch cafes has grown rapidly in the New York City area. Their light-fare menu includes well-prepared salads, sandwiches and soups but equally popular on its list of items are the freshly baked artisanal breads. If you’re looking for a fun and out of the ordinary adventure in New York City, you can attend a bread baking class at LePain Quotidien’s Bleeker Street location. Three hour class cost $45 per person and includes dough making and the use of this dough to create a variety of breads, such as baguettes, buttery rolls, fruit and nut loaves and pizza. Your instructor will teach you the basic fundamentals, then you and your fellow students will select the ingredients, knead the dough, shape your loaves and ultimately, taste the finished products. Classes are limited to 10 people and fill quickly. Advance reservations are required. To check available dates and book a class visit www.lepainquotidien.us/events.

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The High Line Phase Two
Gansevoort Street to 30th Street
(along 10th Ave.)

The second stretch of the High Line has opened, doubling this urban paradise to a full 20 blocks. The creative team of designers and architects have infused new features that add to the diversity of this urban wonder suspended stories above ground level. Among the new features are a 4900 square foot lawn, a viewing platform where you can look out over the tree tops and lots of unique seating space. The expansion now offers food carts and, coming soon, a roller skating rink. The High Line has garnered much praise from architects who marvel at the concept, from artists who appreciate the design, which incorporates surrounding buildings and makes the immediate cityscape look like a panoramic canvas, from naturalists who appreciate the High Line’s respect for greenery and most of all from the average New Yorker who feels that there can never be enough ways to enjoy New York City. With so many new things to see, It’s high time you planned a trip to New York City.

Harry Potter The Exhibition
Discovery Times Square 44th Street between 7th & 8th
Advance Tickets available on line at www.discoverytsx.com/
866-987-9692
Through 9/5/11

This thrilling exhibition based on contemporary childrens literature’s most famed character Harry Potter has traveled through North America and will end here in New York City. This is your last chance to see more than 200 authentic costumes and props used in the popular film series. Great attention has been given to details when creating displays that replicate the movie sets.

Pompeii: Life and Death In the Shadow of Vesuvius

Discovery Times Square
44th Street between 7th & 8th
Advance Tickets available on line at Discoveryts.com
866-987-9692
Through 9/5/11

2000 year ago, this town in southern Italy was destroyed by a devastating volcanic eruption. Today in a world premiere exhibit, we are able to see remains of Pompeii that offer us insight as to everyday life in these destroyed communities. View more than 250 artifacts including some never before seen. Introduce the kids to a major historic event without having to travel far. An educational experience for children and adults alike. School is out for summer. It’s time to visit New York City.

Metropolitan Museum of Art

1000 Fifth Avenue (@ 81st Street)
www.metmuseum.org
Anthony Caro on the Roof
Through October 30, 2011

The Metropolitan Museum of Art, one of the world’s largest and grandest art museums is constantly looking for innovative ways to expand its exhibit space and enhance the viewer‘s experience. With this goal in mind, in recent years, the Met has indulged in a series of temporary installations in the Iris and B. Gerald Cantor Roof Garden. At the present we find an exhibit of works by British sculptor Anthony Caro. Caro who has worked in London for more than sixty years is a trained architect who later studied sculpting at the Royal Academy Schools in London. He has taught sculpting, imparting his influence on the next generation of artists. Today he is considered to be one of the leading influences in modern sculpture. In the early days of his career, he worked as an assistant to Henri Moore - a distinct honor for any young sculptor looking to learn from the best. For his extraordinary contribution to the world of art, Anthony Caro has received many awards of distinction, among them knighthood and the Medal of Merit both bestowed upon him by Queen Elizabeth. The current exhibit consists of five large works in steel, ranging in dates from 1964 to 2010. The open space of the Met’s rooftop and the New York City backdrop provide a unique viewing atmosphere for these works.

Alexander McQueen: Savage Beauty
Through August 7, 2011

This must see exhibit features the extraordinary career of legendary British clothing designer, Alexander McQueen. For some Alexander McQueen became a household name following the recent wedding of Prince William to Catherine Middleton. It was the couture house, which bears his name that produced the much-talked-about bridal gown that will now go down in history. However, for many who have followed his career, the bold and dramatic statements made by the highly architectural nature of his designs are unparalleled. Meticulously curated, the exhibit space has been transformed into a series of rooms whose wall and ceiling treatments enhances the look and provocative feel of the clothing. McQueen’s designs have little to do with wearable apparel and a lot to do with the gothic tales and romantic fantasies that must have filled his mind throughout the forty years of his short life. The wearability of his collection is questionable but the beyond-the-edge, evocative designs are, without question, a true statement of genius. Special effects including wall textures, music, videos and other media effects surround you and create what, at times, borders on a phantasmagorical odyssey. Come for the art . . . come for the show . . . either way, this is not to be missed.

The Jewish Museum
1109 Fifth Avenue (@92nd Street)
212-423-3200
Collecting Matisse and Modern Masters:
The Cone Sisters of Baltimore
May- Sept. 26, 2011
www.thejewishmuseum.org

At the turn of the century, there appeared a new crop of modern artists, many of which were not yet established and others who were simply unknown. Their style of art was new and sufficiently different to cause an uproar among critics who were unwilling to embrace change. The Cone sisters, two well-to-do daughters of German jewish immigrants traveled to Europe and became enthralled by this then avant garde style. While in Paris, their path crossed with that of Gertrude Stein who introduced them to Matisse and Picasso with whom they would develop a life-long friendship.

It was about that time that Matisse had just begun establishing himself and Picasso was a total unknown. They had a keen eye for art and quickly amassed one of the largest private collections of works by these and other artists of the period, numbering nearly 3000 works in varying media. While alive, the sisters who lived in adjoining apartments displayed their collections throughout the apartments and enjoyed them to the fullest. During a trip to the States, Matisse visited the sisters in their homes and expressed his pleasure over the way his works were so boldly displayed.

In 1949, upon the death of Etta Cone, the entire collection was donated to the Baltimore Museum of Art. The collection was first installed in 1957 and is now housed in the museum’s newly expanded Cone Wing. The Cone Sisters Exhibition currently on view at the Jewish Museum gives us a rare opportunity to get a close look at a sampling of works from this grand collection. The fifty works on display represent the work of Picasso, Matisse, Gaugin, Renoir, Van Gogh, Pissarro and others. In addition to oil paintings the sisters collected sculpture, textiles and decorative art, a sampling of which can also be admired here. Run Don’t Walk!

American Museum of Natural History
Central Park West at 79th Street
212 769-5200
www.amnh.org
(Admission is by timed entry only)
The World’s Largest Dinosaurs
Through January 2, 2012

The dinosaur hall of the American Museum of Natural History (AMNH) has long been a fond memory for any child growing up in New York City and a fortuitous adventure for visitors who have taken the time to stop in while in town. Now, years later, the large hall has been redesigned and includes more accurate exhibits based on recent findings, which prove our original concept of what a reconstructed dinosaur skeleton might look like to be wrong. Gone is the replicated brontosaurus and in its place are amazing 3-D displays that give us a better understanding of how these giants survived life on earth for so many years.

This large as life exhibit is the culmination of 20 years of research by a team of scientist led by Mark Norell, head of the Department of Paleontology at AMNH. Curated by Mark Norell and Dr. Martin Sanders Professor of Vertebrate Paleontology at the University of Bonn, Germany, the exhibit applies new theories derived from major findings made in Mongolia’s Gobi desert, Patagonia, the Andes and China.


The exhibit focuses on the evolutionary relationship between dinosaurs and present-day birds, and the internal anatomy of these prehistoric giants that survived for so long. See life size bones, muscles and internal organs. Learn about their heartbeat and metabolism, and how they interacted with their large bodies. At the end of the exhibit join the miniature dig pit and see what dinosaur you are able to reconstruct following some of the same methods used by scientists in actual digs. There is so much adventure for kids in New York - you just need to plan a trip.

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