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PETROLEUM CLUB HOUSTONOF

Val Britton, a celebrated artist from San Francisco, is the creator of the eye-catching piece in the elevator lobby. Val’s works draw on the language of maps to connect to her father, a long-haul cross-country truck driver, who died when Val was young. She believes that mapping serves as a metaphor for searching the unknown in wide-open spaces and a trace of how we see where we’ve been. Our fascinating piece is a collage of paper shapes that hovers between two and three dimensions. It references landforms of the Gulf Coast area of Texas and Louisiana. This is one of five pieces of art commissioned through Kinzelman Art Consulting.

Welcome To The New

Petroleum Club!

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What an extraordinary year. When you go through any challenge you really do find out, not only what your reactions become to difficulty, but also, what the character is of those who surround you. Many are of the highest integrity and did not succumb to the enormous pressure of building our great Club. The best part is that through this challenge, I know who I can count on and I am proud to call this fine group of people my friends. Thank you Fort Flowers, Michael Leonard, Ron Neal, Nell St.

Cyr and Richard Tauber, Howard Tellepsen, Judy Seré and the Board Directors. You may have heard the term “Dream Team.” Their sheer willfulness, skill and expertise forged the way to have our beautiful new club completed on time and within budget. I thank all of the contributors to the Capital Campaign. Because of this monumental effort we have raised $4.6M in pledges and the assessment fee is minimal. Yes, loyalty has a small price but look around your magnificent Club. It is worth it and think of the friendships, camaraderie, business networking and family bonding that make this Club so special. Those who support the new Club are most special and are appreciated.

We have had some reality checks. We knew that parking was going to be higher, as we moved to the center of down-town. When we moved in, the projected loss for valet parking for one year was $289,000. By raising the price to $15 per car, the loss will only be $148,000, which is consistent with every previous year the Club was at the old location. Yes, valet parking is a member benefit that we underwrite every year. We can absorb the latter loss; however, with the move, the best leadership is to not incur unbudgeted losses.

I thank you for the opportunity to be your President. We have had to make a lot of tough decisions; but, the journey was remarkable and extraordinary only because all of you stayed the course, too. God bless and know that Allison and I truly look forward to seeing you in the new Club soon.

Sincerely,

Thomas K. EdwardsPresident

message from the president

Thomas K. Edwards

Celebrate Mother’s Day BrunchSunday, May 10

11:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Enjoy the Petroleum Club’s Lavish Buffet on Mom’s Special Day!

For reservations please call 713.659.1431

Sunday, April 511:30 a.m. until 2:00 p.m.

The Easter tradition at the Petroleum Club is highlighted with spring’s best colorful cuisine!

Enjoy the Easter Egg Hunt with the Easter Bunny.

Please remember to reserve early.

Easter Brunch!

Adults: $45.00Children ages 4-10: $14.00

Please note our Event Cancellation Policy: Thursday, April 2 before 5:00 p.m.

Adults: $45.00Children ages 4-10: $14.00

Please note our Event Cancellation Policy:

Friday, May 8 before 5:00 p.m.

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We Welcome Our New Members!BARRY ANDERSON (PENNY)

Hess Corporation

MATHEW BROGDONCastex Energy

ANTHONY LANE BROUSSARD, II (CASANDRA)Iron Horse Ranch

MATTHEW D. CABELLSeneca Resources

GUY CHASON (JOANN)Mustang Cat

BERNARD “BUDDY” F. CLARK (JENA)Haynes & Boones, LLP

CHRISTOPHER EUGENE CRAGG (LAUREN)

Oil States International

DENNIS J. CREECH (NORA)Hess Corporation

CARAN CROOKER

Castex Energy

BOWE DANIELSParallax Services

CHRIS DUHON (JAMIE)Hess Corporation

MARK EVANSParallax Services

ROBERT “ROB” FAST (RIMA) Hess Corporation

JAVIER FERNANDEZ (DENISE)Pipeline Machinery INTL

TODD FISK (JILL)Mustang Cat

JEFF FORMICASeneca Resources

PHILLIP ANDREW GAYLE, JR. (REBECCA)

Parallax Services

STEVEN H. GERDESBracewell & Giuliani LLP

ZHANNA GOLODRYGA (VITALY) Hess Corporation

ASHLEY GREEN (CHAD)Castex Energy

JUAN GUTIERREZ (DUSTEE)Iron Horse Ranch

LLOYD ANTHONY HAJDIK (SUZZANNE)

Oil States International

KURT M. HANSON (SUSAN)Mustang Cat

RICHARD KEITH HARISTON (AMBER)Mustang Cat

PRESTON HEAD (MARGARITA)Tricom Partners LLC

CHRISTOPHER HEINSON (CHERYLL)Sanchez Oil & Gas

TONI DAWN HENNIKE (PAT SPILLMAN)

Hess Corporation

MICHEL HALBOUTY HEWITTHalbouty Energy

GREGORY P. HILL (LOREN)Hess Corporation

MICHAEL TED HILL (JANAH)Pipeline Machinery INTL, LP

MARTIN HOUSTONParallax Services

S. P. “CHIP” JOHNSON (LORI)Carrizo Oil & Gas, Inc.

RANDY S. JOHNSONHess Corporation

JUSTIN JOYCE (BETHANY)

Cargill, Inc.

AARON KILLIANCastex Energy

KELLY KNIGHTHess Corporation

JASON SCOTT KNISS (CAROLYN)

Mustang Cat

KENEDY “KIRK” KRISTK. Kirk Krist & Associates

JUSTIN I. LOWETHSeneca Resources

MICHAEL R. LUTZHess Corporation

RICHARD D. LYNCH, JR.

Hess Corporation

ANDREW MALONEY (SABRA)Hess Corporation

MATT MCCARROLLFieldwood Energy LLC

JOHN P MCGINNISSeneca Resources

BARRY MCMAHANSeneca Resources

DAVID MAYES MIDDLETON, II (MACY)

Middleton Oil

JOSEPH E. MILLIRON (JILL)Furmanite Corporation

MICHAEL J. MOORE (SANDRA)

KLX Energy Service

DR. NORMAN NEIDELL

RANDOLPH NEWCOMER, JR. (LESLIE)Riverbend Oil & Gas, LLC

ANDREW A. PIDGIRSKYAdams and Reese LLP

MARK PRESTON REED (BELINDA)

Mustang Cat

SCOTT C. RICE (RENEE)Riverbend Oil & Gas, LLC

JUAN “JOHNNY” ANDRES RIVERA, JR.

FMC Technologies Offshore Services

KEVIN RYANSeneca Resources

ANTONIO R. SANCHEZ, III (VANESSA)

Sanchez Oil & Gas

GERBERT SCHOONMAN (MARJAN)Hess Corporation

EDWARD “DREW” ANDREW SCOGGINS, JR. (KELLY)

Parallax Services

STEPHANIE PETERSON SMALL (JAMES)Tellepsen

CYNTHIA BERRY TAYLOR (ALLAN)Oil States International

BRAIN DAVID TRUELOVE (DANA) Hess Corporation

BENJAMIN TUCKERMustang Cat

SAM TUCKERMustang Cat

RANDALL TURNER (LUISA MARCHAN)

Lantana Corporation

HALLIE VANDERHIDERCatalyst Partners

KEVIN BARRY WILCOX (MELISSA) Hess Corporation

CINDY WILKINSONSeneca Resources

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The YPA Presents

The U.S.A. vs. The World Beer Dinner Come see America’s best brewers take on traditional Old World style beers. Each course will pit one American micro brew against a brewery that’s been around hundreds of years.

Friday, April 17● 7:00 p.m. $70 (inclusive of tax and gratuity)

**R.S.V.P. online at www.pcoh.com or contact the front desk at 713.659.1431.Deadline for cancellation is 5:00 p.m. Wednesday, April 15.

Dance & Dine to the Music of Bryan Anthony Productions

Try Your Luck With Black Jack!

7:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. – Frankie’s Gang Cocktail Party7:30 p.m. – Featuring Plat de Fruits de Mer & Assortiments de Plat de Viandes

$80 per person includes cocktails upon arrival, house wine by the glass, house cocktails, a fabulous dinner, tax & gratuity!

Las Vegas Cocktail Attire Encouraged

Sinatra Night! Friday, May 1

Call 713.659.1431 for reservations.

The Ladies’ Association of the Petroleum Club Presents

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MENU

~ 1ST COURSE ~Smoked Sturgeon with Blini topped

with Caviar

~ INTERMEZZO ~Peach Sorbet

~ 2ND COURSE ~Duck Breast and Lobster with Mushroom

Risotto and Turned Vegetables

~ 3RD COURSE ~Trio of Cheese

~ 4TH COURSE ~Strawberry Napoleon with Nougat

Ice Cream and Sabayon Sauce

PETROLEUM CLUB HOUSTONOF

The YPA Presents The Annual

CRAWFISH BOILFriday, May 29, 2015 • 7:00 p.m.

$50 inclusive of tax and gratuityTicket price includes dinner and beer only.

R.S.V.P. online at www.pcoh.com or contact the front desk at 713.659.1431.

Deadline for cancellation is 5:00 p.m. Wednesday, May 27

$125 per person Exclusive of Tax & Gratuity

Please Call for Reservations 713.659.1431. Deadline for Cancellation: 5:00 p.m. Wednesday, May 13, 2015

Mystery California Wine DinnerFriday, May 15, 2015 • 7:00 p.m.

From the redwood forests of Northern California to the rolling hills of Hollywood, from sunny San Diego to foggy San Francisco, few states can boast the diversity of culture and climate like California. That diversity can also be found in the wines of state, which have become world-renowned in the 30 years since the “Judgment of Paris.” With the Mystery California dinner, the Wine Committee takes you to some of these diverse locations to sample the wonderful wines of California. Chef Manuel has prepared a remarkable dinner which would be worth the price of admission all by itself. When paired with the wines, however, the dinner becomes one for the ages. I look forward to seeing you there!

— Greg HudsonWine Committee Chairman

ATTENTION NEW MEMBERS

• • • SAVE THE DATE • • •The Board of Directors

and the Membership Committee of thePetroleum Club of Houston

Cordially invite you to a Cocktail Reception and Open House for

New Members (joined between September 2014 - April 2015)

Thursday, April 30, 20156:00 – 8:00 p.m.

1201 Louisiana Street, 35th Floor

Tour the Club & Sample Chef Manuel’s Cuisine

R.S.V.P. online at www.pcoh.com or call 713.659.1431 before April 28

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LUNCH & LEARN SPEAKER SERIES

G. Allen BrooksManaging Director of PPHB LP

“This Isn’t Your Grandfather’s Correction!”

Tuesday, April 2811:30 a.m. check-in

Noon Luncheon & Speech

Call for reservations.$30 inclusive of tax and gratuity

The Ladies’ Association of the Petroleum Club

Presents

THE LAPC MEMBERS ONLY

LUNCHEONMonday, April 2011:30 - 1:00 p.m.

Peggy Morrow, nationally recognized speaker, trainer and

author will present a program on “Living With Imperfect People”

R.S.V.P. Needed$35 inclusive of tax & gratuity

APRILThursday, April 2

Gary Dossett Band

Saturday, April 4 Liam Tierney Solo

Saturday, April 11 Bryan Anthony Band

Saturday, April 18 Carlos Lopez and

Saturday, April 25 Gene Keene Band

MAYFriday, May 1

LAPC - Sinatra Night/ Bryan Anthony Band

Saturday, May 2 Liam Tierney Solo

Saturday, May 9 Daniel Blanchard Trio

Saturday, May 16 Gary Dossett Band

Saturday, May 23 Aubrey Tucker Band

Thursday, May 28 Gary Dossett Band

Saturday, May 30 Carlos Lopez Band

“BRIDGE & KINGS IN THE CORNER”

GAME DAYS Wednesday,

April 15 & May 20

To reserve for your own table outside the round robin,

please call Kelly Loft at 713.659.1431.

For those who wish to play in the Progressive Bridge,

please make your reservations through

Marcy Miley at 713.782.6935.

This is from 10:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. for $30 inclusive lunch,

tax & gratuity.

Bridge Winners~ FEBRUARY ~

1st Place: Dorothy Preuss2nd Place: Tommy Morrow

3rd Place: Daisy Wood

Annual Meeting Notice

Tuesday, May 19, 20155:00 p.m.

Valet Parking Is Now $15

IN MEMORIAMWe will miss these

fine members.

Jay GrubbJanuary 25, 2015

Suzanne Howell February 2, 2015

Music in the Club

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THE GRAND OPENING CELEBRATION!February 21, 2015

Daniel Moreno, General Manager,

Allison & Thomas K. Edwards, President

Connor Tamlyn –YPA Member of the Year & Emily Brlansky

Darby Seré, Judy Seré – Member of the Year, Connie Seré and Braxton Ittner

Presidents Gather: Bill Silk, Nell St. Cyr, Thomas K. Edwards & William O. Strange

Megan Hunt, Michel Halbouty Hewitt & Daisy Wood

Chris Olexy, Lead Designer with Kirksey, Erin & Patrick McDonald

Petroleum Club of Houston1201 Louisiana Street, 35th FloorHouston, Texas 77002713-659-1431www.pcoh.com

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UPCOMING EVENTS

~ APRIL ~

Birthday/Anniversary DiningThursday, April 2

Club ClosedGood Friday

Friday, April 3

Easter BrunchSunday, April 5

Bridge & Game DayWednesday, April 15

YPA Beer DinnerFriday, April 17

LAPC Members Only Luncheon with Peggy Morrow

Monday, April 20

Lunch & Learn Speaker SeriesG. Allen BrooksTuesday, April 28

New Members’ ReceptionThursday, April 30

~ MAY ~

LAPC Sinatra Night!Friday, May 1

Mother’s Day BrunchSunday, May 10

Mystery California Wine DinnerFriday, May 15

Annual MeetingTuesday, May 19

Bridge & Game DayWednesday, May 20

Club ClosedMemorial Day

Monday, May 25

Birthday/Anniversary DiningThursday, May 28

YPA Crawfish BoilFriday, May 29

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