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Category Archives: Marines’ Memorial Association
75 Years in the Making: Our Lobby, The Friendly Welcome “Home”
An item from a fellow veterans organization in the Bay Area.
 Last month, “Marines’ Memorial- 75 Years in the Making” took you through the history of our 12th floor. While that may be the crown jewel of the Club, the Lobby is the heart! Many of you know the names of the employees that greet you as you walk in. It is where grandchildren run into the arms of their grandparents as they arrive for their annual Holiday stay at the Club. It’s where you’ve stood, waiting for the elevator, admiring the uniforms, formal gowns, and tuxedos of fellow Birthday Ball attendees. You’ve stopped to sign Care Package greeting cards, admired the many Living Memorial displays, shared the story of the Bell of the USS San Francisco, and where you say goodbye to your Club…but only until next time.
Marines’ Memorial Lobby: A Friendly Welcome “Home”
In the building’s 94-year history, the lobby has changed dramatically. In the 1920’s, during the Western Women’s Club era, the lobby was used as a registration area for the Navy WAVES program and welcomed the many young servicemen in uniform, but that is as far as they got! They would meet their dates in the lobby then be off to explore San Francisco. For our Benefactor members, one of the perks of their lifetime membership has been their name emblazoned on plaques in the Lobby. Currently on our 3rd rendition, our newest Benefactor display debuted in 2018. The beautiful new Benefactor, Patriots Circle, and Guard displays were created to recognize and thank some of our most dedicated supporters.
Another addition of this century is one of our prized possessions and guests’ favorites: The Bell of the USS San Francisco, a ship which supported Marines, Sailors and Airmen in the Pacific Theatre in World War II, most notably in Guadalcanal and Pearl Harbor. The bell was moved to the Marines’ Memorial Lobby in 2004 and that is where it will stay. Just like those who helmed the Marines’ Memorial before us, we will continue to renovate and upgrade the lobby to meet the times and needs of our guests. We promise to always ensure your first steps into the Club continue to be inspirational, poignant, and welcoming.
“We were in awe after stepping foot in a place with such profound respect for the US military. We had no idea it existed in San Francisco, of all places.” -Anonymous Review
What’s your favorite Marines’ Memorial memory? Visit HERE to read other members’ memories and share your own! You can also email your memory and Club photos to Anniversary@MarinesMemorial.org. Thank you for being a part of our legacy.
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A Warrior’s Servant Leadership
A newsletter from a fellow veterans organization in the Bay Area.
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Your Marine Club News for April 2021
A newsletter from one of our fellow veteran organizations in the Bay Area.
THIS MONTH: APRIL 2021
Spring is all about rebirth, and we are certainly seeing new signs of life around San Francisco and also at the Marines’ Memorial. There is still far to go before this crisis is over, but it does look more and more possible that recovery can begin in earnest before the year is out. Meanwhile, won’t you join us this month for a delicious dinner in Chesty’s Bar & Grill?
It’s only because of your support that 2020 was such a success! Please consider a 2021 contribution to ensure we support even more veterans and their families this year. Thank you!
Also of note for April:
> HAPPY 113th BIRTHDAY to the US Army Reserve!
> HAPPY 73rd BIRTHDAY to the US Air Force Reserve!
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THE DIFFERENCE YOUR SUPPORT MADE IN 2020
Thanks to our members and patriot supporters, the Marines’ Memorial mission lived on through the most difficult year in our 75-year history.
We are so proud of all that we’ve accomplished this past year and want you to share in that pride. To see the difference your dollars are making, check out our 2020 Annual Report.
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WELCOME BACK, DINERS!
Marines’ Memorial is thrilled to have our newly branded Chesty’s Bar & Grill open for indoor dining! Located on the 12th floor with sweeping views of San Francisco, the Grill is open for breakfast daily 7:30-9:30am and dinner Monday-Saturday 5-8pm. The Bar remains closed.
Due to very limited capacity, DINNER reservations are REQUIRED.
Email us for Dinner Reservations
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IN APPRECIATION OF VIETNAM VETERANS
March 29 marked Vietnam Veterans Day. We are honored to call many of these great Americans members of our organization. We look forward to the next time we can gather to celebrate you and your service to our Country.
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DEADLINE NEARS…
SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS ARE DUE APRIL 13th!
The Marines’ Memorial Association will award over $100,000 in college scholarships for the academic year beginning August 2021. The deadline for submitting applications is almost here! To apply, click below.
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SHAUNA “DOC” SPRINGER, PH.D.
MEET THE AUTHOR SERIES RESUMES
As we reboot this popular series, Marines’ Memorial is honored to present Shauna “Doc” Springer, Ph.D, author of WARRIOR: How to Support Those Who Protect Us and one of the world’s leading experts on PTSD, trauma, and moral injury among veterans.
JOIN US for an important conversation between Dr. Springer and Marine veteran and MMA Board Member Susannah Rose Stokes, as they discuss the unique challenges and opportunities working with our nation’s warfighters.
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TAKE A VIRTUAL STEP INSIDE
THE MARINES’ MEMORIAL CLUB
WITH MIKE CERRE, AS HE HOSTS IMPORTANT CONVERSATIONS
WITH VETERAN LEADERS.
VIDEO SERIES: LEADING FROM THE FRONT
This month’s installment features Jake Harriman, former Marine, Stanford Business School graduate, and founder of non-profit Nuru International. Nuru’s mission is to eradicate extreme poverty in the world’s most unstable, vulnerable regions to help end violent extremism.
Coming soon: Former National Security Adviser Lieutenant General H.R. McMaster, USA (Ret)
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OUR FIRST 75 YEARS, IN STORIES AND PICTURES
We are celebrating the Marines’ Memorial’s 75th Anniversary Year with an engaging look back! Each month, a new installment of Marines’ Memorial: 75 Years in the Making, will land in your email inbox. Don’t miss it!
You can contribute your own memories to our celebration, too! Just follow the link below.
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MEMBERSHIP MATTERS. RENEW OR UPGRADE NOW!
Not yet a Benefactor member? Make 2021 the year you start enjoying these special privileges: Lifetime Membership, a special Benefactor Holiday (2 nights plus $50 for dinner in the Leatherneck Steakhouse), Suite Upgrades at no charge (based on availability), 15% Discount on Food and Beverage, 15% at Marine Club Store, and Advance Reservations for select MMC events.
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PUT THIS IN YOUR FAVORITE VETERAN’S BACK POCKET!
Marines’ Memorial gift cards can be used for accommodations, meals and Marine Club Store items, and they never expire! So anytime is a great time to give the gift of MMC. Purchase gift cards by calling us at (415) 673-6672.
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ANOTHER GREAT WAY TO SUPPORT MMA
Sign up for Amazon Smile, and Amazon will donate on your behalf with every purchase! Here’s how: On your computer, go to Smile.Amazon.com and follow the instructions. On your iPhone’s Amazon App, open the main menu, tap Settings, tap AmazonSmile, and follow activation instructions.
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YOUR HOME AWAY FROM HOME
MMC RATED AMONG THE WORLD’S TOP HOTELS
Thanks to our high ratings and great reviews from guests, our hotel is listed among the top 10% worldwide! STAY TUNED for great new packages as we prepare to welcome you back to the Club!
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FIRST COMES LOVE…
With the Marines’ Memorial “MICRO WEDDING,” love wins! Our packages for small, intimate weddings (you + up to 10 guests) are elegant, memorable, and hassle free. Because your wedding story is important to us, we want you to relax, get married, and have fun!
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RECIPROCAL CLUBS: YOUR LETTER OF INTRODUCTION
Plan your next Reciprocal Club visit in TWO EASY STEPS!
1. Contact your destination club to confirm they are open and can accommodate you on your desired dates.
2. Generate a Letter of Introduction. Log in to your MMA Member account. Then click on “Request Letter of Introduction,” enter a date, and submit. Your destination club will receive your letter automatically by email!
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Marines’ Memorial Association & Foundation
609 Sutter St.
San Francisco, CA 94102
Copyright © 2021, All rights reserved
75 Years in the Making: Panoramic Views and SOS
An item from a fellow veterans organization in the Bay Area.
In last month’s “Marines’ Memorial: 75 Years in the Making,” we reviewed the first year of your Club: from acquiring the building to celebrating our first anniversary. Today, we dedicate this “Look Back” to the history of our 12th floor as we celebrate its reopening!
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5-Course Meal in 1946: $1
Panoramic views for the past 75 Years: Priceless
The Marines’ Memorial was founded as a revered gathering place for the men and women who served during WWII. That meant a one-stop-shop for entertainment, boarding, exercise and, some may argue most important, cocktails and dining.
When the Club first opened in 1946, our 12th floor was called the “Skyroom,” where you could get a 5-course meal for under one dollar! For decades, the Skyroom was a spirited forum where Club members, their families, and guests convened for a generously poured high ball and a great Prime Rib.
Happy Hours featured huge trays of cubed “whatever the cooks could find in the refrigerator” and the beloved Helen Tweedy played the piano while singing your favorite tune. The staff, as they continue to be, were a major part of the experience, tenured and committed to the members.
San Francisco has always been a foodies’ paradise and as other restaurants around the city began to grow in popularity, the Skryoom began to disappear off many “must visit” lists. So, in the early 2000’s, leading up to our 60th Anniversary, the Board of Directors and MMA leadership decided to create a dining experience as spectacular as the view. Thus, the Skyroom was rebranded, and The Leatherneck Steakhouse was born! Many of the elements of our beloved restaurant were based off a team-favorite steakhouse located in Palm Springs, CA.
Our most-loved meals have ranged from traditional favorites to over-the-top fare. These menu items have included fresh off the cob creamed corn, roasted brussels sprouts with hickory smoked bacon, a variety of Angus and USDA Prime meats, Truffle Tater Tots, and the sometimes divisive but always familiar, breakfast of SOS.
As our beloved Corps has evolved over the years, so has the Steakhouse. After an unprecedented year of forced closure, the 12th floor has recently reopened as Chesty’s Bar & Grill, an homage to Chesty Puller, the most decorated Marine in history, and the beloved Marine Corps Bulldog Mascot. This rebranding allows the Club to provide the camaraderie, libations, and views our members love, while working within the required pandemic guidelines and limited capacity.
No matter the name, or the menu, this spot and the many celebrations it has witnessed will forever be in the hearts of our members and supporters. What’s your favorite memory from the 12th floor?
An ad for the Club in 1946….
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Marines’ Memorial Association & Foundation
609 Sutter St.
San Francisco, CA 94102
Copyright © 2020, All rights reserved
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