What | Rocktober Fashion Show Hosted by Mary Cates Salon
Where | Double Tree by Hilton Hotel
When | October 22nd
Why | to raise funds for the Sean Glanvill Traumatic Brain Injury Research Fund, a non-profit organization that researches traumatic brain injuries suffered by children with the hopes of improving treatment
Who | family members and friends of Sean Glanvill, KTRS personality Victoria Babu, local fashionistas, stylists, and models
Highlights | cocktails, appetizers, and a high energy fashion show
10/22/2012
Album ID: 1558564
Photos by Carla Falasco
St. Louis Symphony Orchestra
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WHAT: Red Velvet Ball
WHERE: Powell Symphony Hall
WHEN: October 20, 2012
WHY: To support the Orchestra in its mission to enrich people's lives through the power of music.
WHO: Conductor David Robertson; president/CEO Fred Bronstein; co-chairs Nancy and Walter Galvin and Vicki and Doug Hill; honorary chairs Sam and Marilyn Fox; guest violinist Itzhak Perlman; Ned Lemkemeier, Concertmaster David halen and 500 guests.
HIGHLIGHTS: SLSO's dazzling performance of Mendelssohn's “Symphony No. 4 in A major, op, 90” and Bruch's “Violin Concerto No. 1 in G minor, op. 26” with Itzhak Perlman, dinner and dancing.
10/20/2012
Album ID: 1555582
Photos by Margaret Rambo
St. Louis Art Museum - Beaux Arts Council Dinner
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What | St. Louis Art Museum – Beaux Arts Council Dinner
Where | The Ritz-Carlton
When | October 18th
Why | To honor the Museum’s generous benefactors and to celebrate the opening of the Federico Barocci exhibit
Who | Director of the National Gallery in London Dr. Nicholas Penny, St. Louis Art Museum Executive Director Brent Benjamin, art enthusiasts, and distinguished supporters
Highlights | The opportunity to mingle with influential Council donors who enable the Museum to provide quality exhibitions and innovative educational programming, as well as maintain its exceptional collection
10/18/2012
Album ID: 1558541
Photos by Carla Falasco
Sign of the Arrow
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WHAT: Saint Louis Pi Beta Phi Alumnae Club Philanthropy Brunch
WHEN: October 18, 2012
WHERE: Ladue Chapel
WHY: To award grants to 18 outstanding charitable agencies
WHO: Chairman Ellen Birch, Pam Wingbermuehle, Lee Berger, Anne Carlson, Jennifer Cross, Sue Davis, Elizabeth Deal, Mary Hopkins, Holly Thomas, honoree representatives and guests
HIGHLIGHTS: Presentation of awards to: Alzheimer's Associaton, Central Institute for the Deaf, Dream Factory, Episcopal City Mission, Gateway to Hope, Life for Life Academy, MOOG School for the Hearning Impaired, Perennial, Pi Beta Phi Foundation, Places for People, Inc., Ranken Jordan Pediatric Center, Rural Parish Workers, St. Louis Alumnae Panhellenic, St. Vincent de Paul Society, Samantha's Gift (BJC) Hospice, Shalom House, Sherwood Forest Camp, University City Children's Center.
10/18/2012
Album ID: 1555587
Photos by Margaret Rambo
American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA)
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WHAT: "Sweet Success"ť Luncheon and Fashion Show
WHERE: Sheraton Westport Chalet
WHEN: October 8
WHY: To benefit Parkinson research conducted locally at the Advanced Center for Parkinson Research at Washington University School of Medicine
WHO: Dr. Joel and Monica Perlmutter, Deborah Dalin Guyer, honorary chairs Steve and Lynn Hurster; Mark and Nancy Kodner, Jon and Kelly Kodner, Penny Kodner; chairs Christine Karsh, Lynda Wiens, Kathy Wunderlich; Leslie Chambers who is National Chairman/CEO, emcee Victoria Babu, Rebecca Daming, James Pearson Salon stylists and make-up artists, volunteers, supporters and guests.
HIGHLIGHTS: Models who wore stunning new fall fashions and evening wear from classic local boutiques, entertainment by the St. Louis Sirens, auctions, raffle and luncheon.
10/8/2012
Album ID: 1547612
Photos by Margaret Rambo
Ready Readers
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WHAT: Music under the Stars
WHEN: October 6
WHERE: Home of Edwin and Lenore Pepper
WHY: To enjoy the vocal music of artist Brian Owens and support Ready Readers in its work to inspire preschool-age children to become readers by reading aloud to them, helping to increase their vocabulary and imagination, and exposing them to quality books.
WHO: Hosts Edwin and Lenore Pepper, chair M. Lynn Yearwood, executive director Lisa Greening, Mary Riew, Ann Grove Dillon, Ryan Easley, Susan Goldberg, Peggy Symes, Lucille Jennings (cited for outstanding volunteerism), sponsors Fox Family Foundation and Maryville Technologies.
HIGHLIGHTS: Soulful renditions of vocalist Brian Owens who combined lyrics and melodies to deliver powerful and relevant messages.
10/6/2012
Album ID: 1547625
Photos by Margaret Rambo
Pedal the Cause 2012
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What: Pedal the Cause 2012
Where: Soldier's Memorial
When: Oct. 6
Why: To celebrate and prepare for the next day's bike ride held to raise funds for Cancer research. Pedal the Causes' mission is to provide funding for cancer research at Siteman Cancer Center and St. Louis Children's Hospital through an annual cycling challenge.
Who: Ride participants Nick Schopp, Nathanial Smith and Kevin Muhnn; volunteers Heidi Veron and Jan Butler.
Highlights: Guests and participants enjoyed a buffet-style meal catered by Holly Berry Catering and heard Pedal the Cause ambassador Leisa Zigman speak.
10/6/2012
Album ID: 1551079
Photos by Meredith Bush
Press Club of St. Louis Media Person of the Year
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WHAT: 2012 Media Person of the year – Leisa Zigman
WHEN: October 4
WHERE: Ballpark Hilton
WHY: To fund scholarships for journalism/communications students, to honor outstanding media personnel, benefit the media archives at the St. Louis Public Library, other grants and current issues.
WHO: Honorary chairs Tom and Carol Voss, chairs Ellen Futterman and Claire Applewhite; program consultant Joan Berkman; emcee Kay Quinn; club president Gloria Ross; Frank Cusumano, Mike Shipley, Susan Sherman, Doug Moss, Dr. Michael Edlin, Taylor and Micaila; artist Steve Edwards.
HIGHLIGHTS: Luminary Award to Fleishman-Hillard accepted by Dave Senay; Photojournalism Excellence Award to Robert Cohen and J.B. Forbes given by Michael McCurry; Media Person of the Year Award to Leisa Zigman of KSDK NewsChannel 5.
10/4/2012
Album ID: 1547630
Photos by Margaret Rambo
Town&Style Reaching Out Awards
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WHAT: Reaching Out Awards
WHERE: J. Gilbert's Wood-Fired Steaks & Seafood
WHEN: September 25
WHY: To recognize and honor the volunteers of five nonprofits selected from a field of 70 nominated, who help the organizations in bettering the lives of the disabled, the hungry, those affected by cancer, and other afflictions.
WHO: Sponsors Colin and Bobbi Miller of Strauss Peyton who did the portraits; Lou Ambrose and Tripp Anway of J. Gilbert's who donated all the food and wine, and Town & Style, with staff, honorees and their families, friends and colleagues.
HIGHLIGHTS: Welcome from publisher Lauren Rechan and award presentations to the winners: Epworth Children & Family Services received by Adam Mustoe from Katherine Klene; Paraquad received by Sharon Smith from Town & Style Editor-in-Chief Dorothy Weiner; Grace Hill received by Cristy Barnes from Toni DiMartino; American Cancer Society (honoree Warner Baxter) received in abstentia by Marla Langenhorst from Colin Miller; Meds & Food for Kids received by Dennis and Mike Bieg from Rebecca Koenig.
9/26/2012
Album ID: 1540871
Photos by Margaret Rambo
Scleroderma Foundation
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WHAT: Stepping Out for a Cure (3.5 mile run)
WHERE: Tremayne Pavlion at Creve Coeur Park
WHEN: September 22
WHO: Co-chairs Debbie Morris (Volunteer of the Year), Rhonda Costa and Mary Bizzle; Foundation president Mary Blade; Fred and Ann Reif, emcee Jasmine Huda of KMOV-4 and 250 participants.
WHY: To remember 13-year-old Jessica Reif who passed away from the little-known disease and who want to raise awareness of it, and to raise funds for research, education and advances in its treatment.
HIGHLIGHTS: Raffle, family participation with breakfast, games, face painting, emergency vehicle tours, and the walk-run surrounded by the beautiful lake.
9/24/2012
Album ID: 1539121
Photos by Margaret Rambo
Thomas Jefferson Society
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WHAT: Thomas Jefferson Society Dinner
WHERE: Missouri History Museum
WHEN: September 24
WHO: Honorees Ken and Nancy Kranzberg, President Dr. Robert and Kathy Archibald, chairman V. Raymond Stranghoener, Sam and Marilyn Fox, Donna Wilkinson, Rev. lawrence Biondi, event chair Laura and paul Shaughnessy, Bob and Mary Lee Hermann, John and Marian Wuest and 173 guests.
HIGHLIGHTS: Presentation of the Museum's Thomas Jefferson Award to Ken and Nancy Kranzberg; special vocals by Nancy Kranzberg who sings in the Second Half, a jazz band that includes USML Chancellor Tom George, and tributes to past honorees.
9/24/2012
Album ID: 1540879
Photos by Margaret Rambo
St. Louis University Liver Center
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WHAT: Circle of Friends Diamond Gala
WHEN: September 23
WHERE: Chase Khorassan Ballroom
WHY: To join the Friends with the sponsors, partners, patients and their families in support of the Center in its fight to treat and cure liver disease.
WHO: Dr. Bruce and Sarah Bacon, Dr. Adrian DiBisceglie, board president Todd Aschbacher, Leisa Duff, Mary Hediger, Paul Azzara, Lou Ann Biermann, emcee John Pertzborn of FOX 2, Adam Jokisch, and Dr. Brent Tetri, director of the Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology.
HIGHLIGHTS: Presentation of the Naomi Judd Awards to Dr.'s Ratna and Ranjit Ray; volunteer award to Lindsay Morris; auctions, video updates and dancing to the music of Rocky Mantia & Friends.
9/23/2012
Album ID: 1539116
Photos by Margaret Rambo
J. Buck's in Clayton, Remodeling Celebration
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What: A celebration of the remodeling of the restaurant
Where: J. Buck's Clayton
When: Sept. 14
Why: To celebrate the restaurant's remodeling with friends and special guests
Who: Town & Style sales rep Wendy Jablonow and her husband Larry, restaurant owner Julie Buck and promotions and events manager at KSDK, Mary T. Dolan
Highlights: Guests were entertained by a live DJ and enjoyed cocktails and food, on the house
9/14/2012
Album ID: 1536879
Photos by Meredith Bush
Friends of St. Andrew's
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WHAT: Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon
WHEN: September 11
WHERE: The Willows at Brooking Park
WHY: To validate the volunteers who support the organization's mission to help underserved seniors with financial assistance, social events, creative activities, mentoring and more.
WHO: Guest of honor Rosemary Wick, founder of the Friends Board; Michael Wick, committee chair Virginia Trent with Anna Harris and Darlene Roland; CEO Mary Alice Ryan, Ann Bannes, staff members and 65 dedicated volunteers.
HIGHLIGHTS: Gift presentation to Rosemary who addressed the assembly and joined Trent and Harris in thanking all who serve St. Andrew's throughout the year.
9/11/2012
Album ID: 1535218
Photos by Margaret Rambo
Shoeman Water Projects "Share H2OPE" Cocktail Dinner & Auction
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What | Shoeman Water Projects "Share H2OPE" Cocktail Dinner & Auction
When | September 8th
Where | Hilton St. Louis Frontenac
Why | to support the Shoeman Water Projects; an organization that collects new and used shoes to export to street vendors in South America, Haiti, and Kenya thus providing affordable shoes and jobs to those communities. The funds are used for well drilling rigs, water purification systems, and training programs that bring clean, fresh water to those who thirst.
Who | Shoeman Water Projects Founder George Hutchings, Keynote Speaker and President of Brown's Enterprises Randy Brown, Emcee David Westrich
Highlights | cocktails, exciting auction items, dinner, and dancing
9/8/2012
Album ID: 1533376
Photos by Carla Falasco
St. Louis Symphony Party of Note - "Classically Soulful"
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What | St. Louis Symphony Party of Note--Classically Soulful
When | September 7th
Where | St. Louis Motorsports in the Lamborghini showroom
Why | to enjoy the musical stylings of Grammy Award-winning soprano Christine Brewer and Brian Owens, a nationally recognized jazz artist
Who | Parties of Note Chair Linda Lee, distinguished members of the St. Louis Symphony Volunteer Association, and their guests
Highlights | delicious hors d'oeuvres and sultry performances including the stories behind the music
9/7/2012
Album ID: 1531992
Photos by Carla Falasco
Purus Vodka and Codi Jewelry Party
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8/24/2012
Album ID: 1531577
St. Joseph's Institute for the Deaf
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WHAT: 175th Anniversary Gala
WHEN: August 24
WHERE: Chesterfield School Headquarters
WHY: To celebrate the renowned and fully accredited work of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet who traveled from Lyons, France, to St. Louis in 1837, and their continued, dedicated work of educating the deaf.
WHO: Archbishop Most Reverend Robert J. Carlson; honorees Larry and Dot LeGrand; Debbie Wilson, Art Fitzgerald, Joe Impiccihi, Sisters of St. Joe, former and current students and supporters.
HIGHLIGHTS: Mass Celebration by Archbishop Carlson, awards to Larry and Dot LeGrand, historical stations commemorating the innovative progress of the Institute, including video presentations of current technology, and meeting past and current students of St. Joseph Institute.
8/24/2012
Album ID: 1529425
Photos by Margaret Rambo
Chukkers for Charity Polo Match Launch benefiting St. Louis Children's Hospital
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What | Chukkers for Charity Polo Match Launch benefiting St. Louis Children's Hospital
Where | Neiman Marcus at Plaza Frontenac
When | August 23rd
Why | to stir excitement surrounding the upcoming September 22nd “Chukkers for Charity” polo event benefiting St. Louis Children’s Hospital
Who | key event committee members including Liz Baisch, Susie von Gontard, Amy von Gontard, and Ginny Orthwein
Highlights | a fashion show featuring members of the St. Louis Polo Club team, a sneak peak at what’s hot in fall fashion at Neiman Marcus, appetizers, and libations
8/23/2012
Album ID: 1523647
Photos by Carla Falasco
The Little Bit Foundation-Big Fun Event
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Why: To raise awareness and inform the community about the work Little Bit does to provide disadvantaged school children the items they need to succeed in school. The foundation creates a positive environment for growth and it is all done by building strong relationships and partnering with St. Louis schools.
Who: Event chairs Allison Reichart, Lindsey Suntrup, Megan Hudson and Jamie Sokolik.
Highlights: The band, The Distance, performed a live concert, a raffle was held for items including a Messy Girl package containing a coupon for two hours of Messy Girl home organization, cardinals items, a one night stay at the Moonrise Hotel and a $30 gift certificatee to Eclipse restaurant, along with many other items. The Little Bit Foundation Young Professionals board VP Lindsey Suntrup spoke along with board president Suzie Andrews.
