WHAT: Jim Marsh Retirement Celebration and Presentaton of Endowment for Financial Aid
WHERE: Westminster Campus
WHEN: May 18, 2013
WHY: To honor Jim Marsh for his 28 years of service to the Academy and the community
WHO: Marsh family; board presient Mike Stanfill; Dave Koetje, president/CEO of Christian Schools International; Patrick Bassett, Ursula Smith, Chris Davis, Holly Cunningham, Jeremy Marsh; Academic Dean Scott Holley; Head of Upper School Jim Sefrit; alumni, parents, faculty and staff.
HIGHLIGHTS: Alumni choral ensemble blessing directed by Kathy Eichelberger; a student jazz combo, proclamation plaques, a book of pages of well wishes presented to Marsh, an honorary title to him: Head of School Emeritus; and an Endowment for Financial Aid starting with $20,000.
5/21/2013
Album ID: 1657504
Photos by Margaret Rambo
Circle of Concern
23 photos
for sale
WHAT: Amazing Taste: A Springtime Festival
WHERE: Wildwood Town Center
WHEN: May 19, 2013
WHY: To raise funds to help needy families in west St. Louis County with long-term and emergency assistance, and create opportunities for them to re-establish themselves as productive members in the community
WHO: Chairs June Schroeder and Harry LeMay; executive director Chris Pallozola; Rose Duemig; program director Chelsea Banaskavich; Vivian Fortunato, Diana Stewart; partners Lukas Liquor Superstore; committee, volunteers and local EMT members
HIGHLIGHTS: Generous participants endured 88-degree temperatures while visiting tented vendors who offered scores of wines, liquors, and other tastings. Participants also learned menu pairings and shopped the silent auction.
5/19/2013
Album ID: 1657507
Photos by Margaret Rambo
Great Rivers Environmental Law Center
33 photos
for sale
What: Great Rivers Environmental Law Center
Where: Busch Mansion, Grants Farm
When: May 19 2013
Why: Fund raiser for Great Rivers Environmental Law Center a nonprofit public interest environmental organization.
Who: Richard Lageson, Chairman, Joyce Armstrong, event chair, Trudy Busch Valentine, speaker.
Highlights: Tour of the Busch Mansion, photograph taken with Mr Clydesdale,
5/19/2013
Album ID: 1656910
Photos by Bill Barrett
Thompson Foundation for Autism
43 photos
for sale
WHAT: “It's in the Cards" Gala
WHERE: Four Seasons Hotel
WHEN: May 16
WHY: To support the Center's collaborative research, training and clinical programs which benefit children with autism.
WHO: Bill and Nancy Thompson, executive director Dr. Stephen Kanne, staff and faculty; honorary chair and Cardinals manager Mike Matheny; emcee and auctioneer Tom Ackerman; co-chairs Patty Arnold, Tim Ney, Jack Reis, John Sondag, Scott Zajac; champion sponsor the Jacobs Family, John Mozeliak, cardinal players, other celebrities and loyal supporters
HIGHLIGHTS: More than $400,000 was raised! Jack Reis received an appreciation award from Bill Thompson for his exemplary leadership. Special guests Paul Backes, Morgan Riley and Clark Stevens were acknowledged for their successful achievement at the Thompson Center. Mike Matheny presented his Cardinal players in attendance and received audience questions. Auctions, an inspiring video, and dinner capped the evening.
5/16/2013
Album ID: 1657518
Photos by Margaret Rambo
Academy of St. Louis
18 photos
for sale
WHAT: Golf Tournament
WHERE: Meadowbrook Country Club
WHEN: May 13
WHY: To help support the Academy in Chesterfield in its efforts to aid elementary through high school students with learning challenges succeed.
WHO: Executive director and co-founder Ann Dunn; Terri O'Daniel, co-founder and director of advancement; principal Tom Daly; Tom Irwin, Mikki Jones; Vernice Smith who is a retired Rams football player; accomplished students, dedicated teachers, golfers, parents and guests
HIGHLIGHTS: First place golfer John Spencer with a score of 57; announcement of Mike Stone and other winners; auctions, and meeting the talented and succeeding students whose parents consider the Academy facilitation a valuable gift to them.
5/13/2013
Album ID: 1657516
Photos by Margaret Rambo
Opera Theatre of St. Louis
30 photos
for sale
WHAT: Springtime on the Seine: An Evening in Paris
WHEN: May 11
WHERE: Wells Fargo Advisors on Market Street
WHY: To support the ongoing season productions, professional development programs for young artists and community education iniatives which annually serve more than 11,000 local students
WHO: Co-chairs Susan and Danny Ludeman; Michael and Noemi Neidorff; General Director Timothy and Kara O'Leary; Spencer and Phoebe Burke, Donna Wilkinson, Sam and Marilyn Fox, Tom and Carol Voss, William Kemper, Sally Levy, Alison and John Ferring, Bill and Marsha Rusnack, James Robinson, other generous sponsors and 330 opera enthusiasts
HIGHLIGHTS: A French springtime decor canopied over featured artist Denyce Graves, accompanied by Robert Ainsley; additional performers Deanna Breiwick, Tim Mix; Deborah Sharn and the Carolbeth True Quartet.
5/11/2013
Album ID: 1653390
Photos by Margaret Rambo
Salvation Army
33 photos
for sale
WHAT: Behind the Red Shield Gala
WHERE: Ballpark Hilton
WHEN: May 10, 2013
WHY: A celebration of the work of The Salvation Army in St. Louis, home of the Army for more than 100 years, and fund raising gala. The services provided include affordable housing, Veterans’ services, emergency housing, chemical dependency programs, day care, after school programs and, of course, the all important emergency services. Funds raised are to be deployed in a most effective way right here in St. Louis.
WHO: Chair Marian Wuest, Mark and Stephanie Schnuck, Maj. Lonneal and Maj. Patty Richardson, Ron and Midge Krueger
HIGHLIGHTS: The evening included a reception, silent and live auctions and the presentation of the Army's Red Shield Honorees corporate partner Ameren and individual partners Ronald and Midge Krueger.
5/10/2013
Album ID: 1658119
Photos by Charles Barnes
Craft Alliance - ARTrageous Dotted Ball
34 photos
for sale
What | Craft Alliance's ARTrageous Dotted Ball
Where | Palladium St. Louis
When | May 10th
Why | to raise funds for Craft Alliance's community education programs and exhibitions
Who | Sigrid Brooks and Keith Manzer were co-chairs; Susan Sherman was honored for her singular role in creating a flourishing fashion scene in St. Louis; Executive Director Boo McLoughlin thanked guests for their support
Highlights | a runway show featuring swimwear by designer Lori Coulter, sun hats and cover-ups designed by faculty and students of Craft Alliance, live and silent auctions full of amazing art and experiences
5/10/2013
Album ID: 1653146
Photos by Carla Falasco
Magdalene St. Louis Launch Event
32 photos
for sale
What | Magdalene St. Louis "Opening the Door"
Where | Christ Church Cathedral
When | May 8th
Why | to raise funds to launch Magdalene St. Louis, a program that will help women who have survived lives of abuse, prostitution, trafficking, addiction, and homelessness by providing a community where they can recover and rebuild their lives
Who | Multiple women's advocates offered remarks and inspiration including: Becca Stevens, founder of Magdalene/Thistle Farms; The Very Rev. Mike Kinman; Katrina Robertson; Christine McDonald; Tricia Roland-Hamilton; and The Rev. Traci Blackmon
Highlights | riveting testimonials from graduates of the Magdalene/Thistle Farms programs in Nashville
5/8/2013
Album ID: 1653096
Photos by Carla Falasco
St. Louis Children's Choir
28 photos
for sale
WHAT: 35th Anniversary Gala Concert and Dinner
WHEN: May 4
WHERE: Powell Symphony Hall and The Sheldon
WHY: To honor young singers, new graduates and alumni in celebraton of the thousands of children who have honored SLCC and have been enriched by the transformational experience of music, instilling a lifelong love of music; and to support the work of the choirs.
WHO: Artistic director Barbara Berner; executive director Sheryl Bennett; board president and auctoneer Steve Kidwell; composers Susan LaBarr, Susan Brumfield, Lily Pappas, sponsors, parents, students , alumni, other area artistic directors, sponsors and loyal supporters
HIGHLIGHTS: Exemplary performances from six choral groups, an alumni chorus, instrumentalists, and four specially commissioned performances in honor of 35 years of SLCC; alumni entertainers and dinner speakers relating the impact SLCC had on their future education and career opportunities.
5/4/2013
Album ID: 1652264
Photos by Margaret Rambo
Whitfield Montage Auction: Diamonds and Denim
35 photos
for sale
What: Montage Auction 2013: Diamonds and Denim
Where: Cady Athletic Center on the Whtifield School campus
When: May 4
Why: To raise funds for Whitfield School
Who: School president John Delautre and his wife Anne, event co-chairs Marion Oertli and her husband Rick and Anne Cook and her husband Bryan
Highlights: Entertainment by Whitfield faculty member Jessica Butler and her band the JB's with a surprise guest appearance by her father, St. Louis entertainer Ralph Butler. Auction items included fine wine packages, stays at vacation homes and resort destinations, one-on-one personal training with Jackie Joyner-Kersee and other great items
5/4/2013
Album ID: 1652068
Photos by Meredith Bush
JDRF - Dream Gala
45 photos
for sale
What | JDRF's Dream Gala
Where | Hyatt Regency St. Louis at the Arch
When | May 4th
Why | to support JDRF's mission of finding a cure for Type 1 Diabetes (T1D) and its complications, developing better treatments for people living with the disease, and preventing it in the future
Who | Dr. M. Alan Permutt (1939-2012), of Washington University School of Medicine, was honored with the Star of Hope Award, Leisa Zigman-Edlin, I-Team Reporter on KSDK-TV, was presented with the Living & Giving Award, and Dr. John Pieper, President of St. Louis College of Pharmacy, and Christina Shasserre, Head of Discovery and Development Solutions at Bioscience ďż˝ EMD Millipore, were named Diabetes Champions; Board President Emily Rapp and Executive Director Marie Davis thanked guests for their support
Highlights | cocktails, an extensive silent auction, dinner, and live entertainment from the Charles Glenn Band
5/4/2013
Album ID: 1649404
Photos by Carla Falasco
NCJW - Mama Palooza
38 photos
for sale
What | National Council of Jewish Women Host "Mama Palooza"
Where | The Crescent in Clayton
When | May 2nd
Why | to raise funds for the "Back-to-School Store" an annual event that prepares kids of limited means for school
Who | "Scary Mommy" blogger Jill Smokler and "Mamarazzi" creator Melissa Gerstein shared their colorful and endearing take on motherhood; Emily Corson and Elyse Feinstein served as co-chairs; Jenny Abeles, VP of Fund Development, and Marlene Hammerman, Board President, offered remarks
Highlights | Drinks and light bites courtesy of Vida; raffle prizes and a special drawing to win 2 tickets to Bravo's "Watch What Happens Live" and to meet St. Louis' own Andy Cohen
5/2/2013
Album ID: 1649360
Photos by Carla Falasco
Foster and Adoptive Care Coalition
33 photos
for sale
WHAT: 7th Annual Old Bags Party
WHEN: April 30
WHERE: Frontenac Hilton Hotel
WHY: To help support adoption programs which provide forever families for thousands of children who are waiting in the foster care system, including crisis intervention, educational services and support groups.
WHO: Executive director Melanie Scheetz; board president Jane Dueker; Melody Noel, Barbara Bell, Rhonda Hamm-Niebruegge, Holly Demerath, Lisa Foehner, The Lueken Group, committee and shoppers.
HIGHLIGHTS: Guests enjoyed a special evening of girlfriends, designer handbag shopping, delectable bites, Lake Forest chocolates and signature drinks. Prada raffle winner was Mary Lambert. Jordan Williams won her $3,000 bid for the Louis Vuitton hobo bag. Julie Tristan and Coreen Savitski of Show-Me-St. Louis, KSDK- 5, served as emcees.
4/30/2013
Album ID: 1648702
Photos by Margaret Rambo
Central Institute for the Deaf (CID)
39 photos
for sale
WHAT: CID Ultimate Picnic
WHEN: April 27
WHERE: The Four Seasons
WHY: To support the school's advanced programs that teach children who are deaf and hard of hearing to listen, talk, read and succeed. Partnership with families and collaboration with universities, educators and other professionals worldwide help the students communicate to achieve their full potential. Fundraising efforts enable children to attend regardless of their family's ability to pay.
WHO: Executive director Robin Feder; board president Ned Lemkemeier; chair Kerrin Kowach; Wells Fargo Advisors; Mrs. F. Lee Hawes, Annabeth and John Weil; Doris Devereux, Bette Hess, Laura Lyon, Laurie Haffenreffer, Katie Clark, sponsors, committee, 380 guests, teachers, parents and children.
HIGHLIGHTS: Students who performed "The Lion Sleeps Tonight," J. Kim Tucci's awesome auctioneering, a delightful Video, dinner and dancing to the music of the Ralph Butler Trio.
4/27/2013
Album ID: 1654708
Photos by Margaret Rambo
Young Friends of SLU Liver Center - That 80s Prom
42 photos
for sale
What | Young Friends of the Saint Louis University
Where | Plush on Locust
When | April 27th
Why | to bring together young professionals to spread awareness and raise money for the research of liver disease and to provide support and build future leadership for the Friends of the SLU Liver Center
Who | Honorary Chair Dr. John Tavis mingled with guests; Young Friends Board President Leslie Hodges and Executive Committee Members Katie Fakonas and Joe Reinberg set the tone for an amazing 80s party
Highlights | a vibrant performance by "That 80s Band" and a competitive costume contest for "king" and "queen"
4/27/2013
Album ID: 1647053
Photos by Carla Falasco
Kids In The Middle Annual Gala
54 photos
for sale
A fund raiser for Kids In The Middle. Through individual and group counseling as well as co-parenting classes, Kids In The Middle helps families transition to a new way of life before, during and after separation and divorce for the sake of creating healthier futures for all involved.
4/27/2013
Album ID: 1645698
Photos by Bill Barrett
COCA
39 photos
for sale
WHAT: COCACABANA 2013 After Dark
WHEN: April 26
WHERE: COCA Center
WHY: To help support the creative and award-winning multidisciplinary programs that make arts education available to everyone
WHO: Co-chairs Lindsay and Scott Bush, Mary and Bob Ciapciak, Hazel and Arnold Donald, and Stephanie and Mark Schnuck; honorary chair Nathalie Means; sponsors Anheuser-Busch, Lincoln and Town & Style; executive director Kelly Pollock; Virginia Howell, Billy Bush of Access Hollywood,”and fun-loving revelers who celebrated COCA's 25th anniversary.
HIGHLIGHTS: Talented performances, exquisite table decorations, fabulous food from premier restaurants, COCA's Hip Hop Group, a live auction and a seated dinner.
4/26/2013
Album ID: 1646547
Photos by Margaret Rambo
Rainbow Village - Somewhere Over the Rainbow
33 photos
for sale
What | Somewhere Over the Rainbow Gala
Where | Four Seasons Hotel, St. Louis
When | April 26th
Why | to celebrate 40 years of providing quality homes for people with developmental disabilities
Who | Honorary Chairs were Mark Burkhart and Pat Bettlach, Curt and Robin Engler, and Don and Peggy Lents; David Farr, Chairman and CEO of Emerson, was acknowledged for his generous support, leadership, and advocacy for people with developmental disabilities; Board President Matt Thayer thanked guests for their support
Highlights | cocktails, dinner, silent and live auctions, and live entertainment
4/26/2013
Album ID: 1646395
Photos by Carla Falasco
Today and Tomorrow Educational Foundation - Archbishop Gala
31 photos
for sale
What | Today and Tomorrow Educational Foundation Archbishop's Gala
Where | Missouri Athletic Club
When | April 25th
Why | to provide tuition assistance scholarships to children from underserved families so they may attend the parochial or private elementary school of their choice
Who | Archbishop Robert Carlson and Board Chair Kevin Short thanked guests for their support
Highlights | appearances from grateful scholarship students and KMOX's Charlie Brennan
