November 2003

Tuesday, November 4th, 8:00PM
Viva Variety

Hosted by Steve Murray, the new Ed Sullivan, Viva Variety 35 will feature an eclectic mix of the finest performers from dance, performance arts, physical circus, comedy, theater, spoken word, and music. The Bay Times has called the shows "off-the-wall, over-the-top, very creative acts, stunning performance,..." So, break free from the ordinary Tuesday night and join the guys for a night of spice and Variety. (Proceeds from the evening benefit the Community United Against Violence.) We'll meet at rnm at 6:00PM for cocktails  and socializing, and then head over to the theater by 8:00PM. Reserve your spot now! Drinks and $15 theater tickets are paid on site. Call Christopher at  435-5478 for more information.
Cocktails: RNM, 598 Haight Street at Steiner.
Show: Buriel Clay Theater, 762 Fulton Street at Webster.

Saturday, November 8th, 7:30PM
Roller Derby's Bay Bombers

MAX South invites you to join us at the Roller Derby in San Jose November 8. We are going to cheer on one of our own, Greg Pearson, as his team the Bay Bombers play the Brooklyn Red Devils. The Roller Derby will be held at the San Jose Civic Auditorium November 8, 2003 7:30 PM. Thom Cook is selling tickets for $ 10 (which can be paid by check or at the door). If you'd like to join our group and cheer on Greg, please email Thom or call him at  269-1599. Thom will sell you a ticket and give you more details.

Sunday, November 9th, 3:30PM
New Member Dinner

MAX holds a monthly New Member Dinner to which you are invited, even if you're not yet a member. If you are a new member or considering membership in MAX and would like to meet some other fun guys, you'll have a great time at our monthly dinner party. It will be a simple dinner prepared as a team effort by all those who attend. The cost is about $10 and will be shared by attendees. What we usually do is take some group photos, organize teams to prepare dinner, hear a short presentation about MAX, and talk around the dinner table and get to know each other. If you're interested, send us an email. We'll let you know if there's space left and give you all the details. Bob Callori at  821-7988 coordinates these dinners.

Sunday, November 9th, 10:00AM
Hiking: Tennessee Valley

"This very popular scenic trail in the Marin Headlands traces Tennessee Valley out to Tennessee Cove and the Pacific Ocean. While the area is not wooded, the views of the Pacific Ocean can be gorgeous and the sunsets memorable. The best trailhead is at the Miwok stables, elevation 200 feet. From there, the first .8 mile is paved and attracts many mountain bikers. The route turns to gravel for the final 1.1 miles tracing along a pretty lagoon before dropping a final .2 mile to Tennessee Cove. This trail has become a favorite for family hiking or biking groups." Tom Stienstra. This hike is pretty easy going. Reserve online. For more information, contact Paul Mugnier at  431-2422.

Friday, November 14th, 6:00PM
TGIF at the White Horse

Join the Hot Men in the East Bay for a 2nd TGIF on Friday, November 14th, at the White Horse in Oakland. Discount drinks and free food from 6 to 8:30. Free admission for Max and guests. Check out all the action in the Oakland/Berkeley area. Great Bar, friendly servers and stiff drinks! The White Horse is at 6551 Telegraph Ave.

Sunday, November 16th, 10:00AM
Hiking: Donner Falls

"At Mt. Diablo, the Bay Area's grand old mountain rising above the East Bay hills, there are a series of largely secret waterfalls that can be as pretty as anything after a rain and yet well hidden. Reaching them requires a 6.5 mile hike, a good climb and something of a fortune hunt, and in return you get an experience that shows why the Bay Area is one of the most special places on earth. We can't imagine Diablo any prettier than on this hike." Tom Stienstra. Reserve online. For more information, contact Paul Mugnier at  431-2422.

November 23rd, 1:00-5:00PM
Pre-Thanksgiving Feast

Looking forward to spending Thanksgiving with your loving family? Maybe not looking forward to spending with your dysfunctional family? How about nowhere to go to enjoy a Thanksgiving feast? Well, no matter what category you fall into, you're invited to participate in a pre-Thanksgiving feast at the Noe Valley home of Duke Hoffman on Sunday, November 23rd from 1-5pm. The MAX Party committee wanted to launch the holiday season with a nice, relatively small gathering of MAX Men, enjoying the foods of the Thanksgiving holiday. The menu will include most of the standards, a couple of different salads, turkey with cornbread stuffing, ham, mashed potatoes and gravy, sweet potatoes and country green beans. There'll be some starters and some nice dessert, too, including a spirited pumpkin cheesecake with pecan crumb crust, among other things. Wine will be served through the afternoon. If you want to come and 'stuff' yourself, sign up soon. There are only 20 open spots. Cost is $25 + Acteva fees for Members and $30 + fees for non-members. More information is available by contacting Bryan Hawk at  648-0479.

A Yosemite Thanksgiving
November 26 – November 30

MAX is making a pilgrimage to Yosemite for the Thanksgiving holiday! So, get out your calendars now and schedule four food-and-fun-filled fabulous days in a luxurious two-level house just outside one of America’s most beautiful national parks. There are bedrooms, bathrooms, hot tubs, and pool tables galore, along with all the food and drink you can consume. Highlight of the stay of course, is a fabulous Thanksgiving feast on the 27th. We’ll do some hiking to walk off those extra calories, (or get even more stuffed with an optional Saturday-night dinner at the famous Ahwahnee Hotel.) Price for the trip: $300 per member (non members 20% more). This event will be limited to 14 people; participants must share beds and help with meals. For more information, call Jonathan Swain at (415) 440-4636.