WHAT: Fifth Annual Concours d' Elegance Dinner
WHERE: Kemp Auto Museum
WHEN: May 19, 2012
WHY: To benefit Rankin Jordan Pediatric Hospital
WHO: Hospital president Laurie Tanner; Elaine Hickerson, Jada Jamison, Courtney Jones, Curt Engler, Rodger Van Ness, Steve Plaster, Terry Trowbridge, Carl Fitzwater, Robert Pass and 90 guests.
HIGHLIGHTS: Presentation of a $12,600 check to Tanner for Ranken Jordan; a testimonial from Mackenzie Pass and a fantastic display of vintage luxury cars, including the 1931 Cadillac of actress Jean Harlow.
5/19/2012
Album ID: 1474323
Photos by Margaret Rambo
Sterling Bank
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What: An outdoor meet and greet community party hosted by Sterling Bank
Where: Sterling Bank's downtown Clayton location
When: May 17
Why: To gather with members of the community over drinks and live entertainment.
Who: Sterling Bank chairman and CEO Ken Poteet, Sterling CFO Kelly Williams, real estate professional Marian Nunn, Carol Lundgren of AMP Creative, Dorothy Weiner and Wendy Jablonow of Town and Style.
Highlights: Live music by Satin.
5/17/2012
Album ID: 1475123
Photos by Meredith Bush
St. Anthony's Charitable Foundation
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What: St. Anthony's Charitable 4th Annual Foundation Golf Tournament
Where: Sunset Country Club
When: May 14, 2012
Why: To benefit St. Anthony's Hospice Program and the Fern and Russell F. DeGreff Hospice House.
Who: Co-Chairs: Gayla Arendt, Katy Forand, Joseph Forand, M.D., Bill Hopfinger
Highlights: Besides golf, what else is there? Actually - a wonderful cocktail dinner reception and auction with Kim Tucci as auctioneer. Most important, the goal of raising $100,000 net was met!
5/14/2012
Album ID: 1473684
Photos by Charles Barnes
Girls on the Run-5K run
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Why: A community run benefiting the Girls on the Run St. Louis Scholarship Fund. Girls on the Run helps girls develop self-esteem and a healthy body image.
Who: Mayor Francis Slay, Girls on the Run executive director Courtney Berg and founding council director Jill Indovino.
Highlights: A 1-mile fun run followed by a 5K-run. Girls were encouraged to dress up with their team and many merchandise vendors were present selling gear and goodies.
5/12/2012
Album ID: 1487432
Photos by Meredith Bush
Thompson Center for Autism
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WHAT: "It's In the Cards" Gala
WHERE: Hilton Frontenac
WHEN: May 10, 2012
WHY: To benefit the Thompson Center in its work to help children and pay tribute to those who work and serve there.
WHO: Co-chairs Patty Arnold, Tim Ney, Jack Reis, John Sondag, Scott Zajac; honorary co-chairs Tony LaRussa and Mike Matheny; Bill and Nancy Thompson, the Jacobs Family, Rene Knot, Charlie Brennan, Cardinal baseball players, coaches and 524 supporters.
HIGHLIGHTS: Guest speaker Erik Miller's account of the exemplary therapy and social skills classes he receives at the Center; auctions and Fund-a-Need; Cards manager Mike Matheny's on-stage interviews with team players, and presentation of the Distinguished Service Award to Tony LaRussa with the establishment of a perpetual scholarship fund.
5/10/2012
Album ID: 1471004
Photos by Margaret Rambo
Garden Club Reception
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What: Garden Club of St. Louis, Garden Club of Ladue and Tower Grove Park Society Members Reception for P. Allen Smith.
Where: Magic Chef House
When: May 9, 2012
Who: Shelly Donaho, John Karel, Emily Freeman Huber, P. Allen Smith
Why: To benefit Tower Grove Park, a reception was held for P. Allen Smith prior to his book signing in the Park on Thursday, May 10. Allen is award-winning designer, gardening and lifestyle expert, is the host of two public television programs, P. Allen Smith's Garden Home, P. Allen Smith's Garden to Table and the syndicated 30-minute show P. Allen Smith Gardens.
Highlights: Fantastics fare from 7 of St. Louis' top local chefs from Cafe Madeline, Cafe Osage, Companion, Five Bistro, Local Harvest Cafe, Westin Grill & Pub and Winslow's Home. The courses presented all tied into the "local" theme of Smith's book, Seasonal Recipes from the Garden.
5/9/2012
Album ID: 1467426
Photos by Charles Barnes
Parties in the Park-Clayton
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Why: To bring the community together during a rollicking outdoor after-work party with free entertainment by local bands, cocktails and conversation in the Clayton community.
Who: Clayton Mayor, Linda Goldstein, Clayton Chamber members Ellen Gale, Patrick Buehring, Tom Zetlmeisl and many others.
Highlights: Live entertainment from SLAM and live painting by artist David Ramon Zamudio
5/9/2012
Album ID: 1470353
Photos by Meredith Bush
Starkloff Disability Institute: Costas to the Max
25 photos
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What: Costas to the Max: Bob Costas and Friends Celebrate the Life of Max Starkloff, presented by the Centene Charitable Foundation
Where: The Pageant
When: April 28
Why: To provide entertainment and educate guests about the life-changing mission of the Starkloff Disability Institute, which promotes the full participation of people with disabilities in American life for the benefit of the general society, as well as for those who have disabilities.
Who: Bob Costas, John Goodman, Ozzie Smith and Karen Foss
Highlights: A demonstration let guests understand how people with disabilities use advanced software technology. Showing their technology 'gadgets' were: Steve Foelsch, Naomi Soule and Bill Sheldon. The event benefitted the Starkloff Disability Institute and netted $100,000.
4/28/2012
Album ID: 1466337
Photos by Meredith Bush
Siteman Cancer Illumination Gala
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WHAT: Illumination: A Celebration of Lifesaving Cancer Cures
WHERE: Ritz-Carlton Ballroom
WHEN: April 14
WHY: To benefit the Alvin J. Siteman Cancer Center at Barnes-Jewish Hospital and Washington University School of Medicine in support of the Cancer Frontier Fund for cancer research
WHO: Co-chairs Ron Kruszewski and Tom Hillman, actress Minnie Driver, president Rich Liekweg, Kristin Marino, Lee Kling, Ken and Shawn Suelthaus, Marsha and Bill Rusnack, Norma Stern, Dr. Tim Eberlein, Mueriel Carp, Dr. Jay and Lynn Piccirillo, and 600 guests.
HIGHLIGHTS: Gourmet dinner, luxury auction, Fund-A-Cure, and and an awesome performance by accomplished vocalist Minnie Driver
4/14/2012
Album ID: 1452460
Photos by Margaret Rambo
Titanic Centennial
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What: Titanic Centennial - Last Dinner on the Titanic
When: Saturday, April 14, 2012
Where: The Fabulous Fox Theater
Why: As a part of the overall Titanic Centennial Celebration in St. Louis, “The Last Dinner of the Titanic” will benefit the endeavors of the Fox Performing Arts Foundation; the non-profit foundation that fosters and promotes the performing arts in the St. Louis metropolitan area by encouraging audiences of all ages and from all walks of life to discover the joy and wonder of live performances.
Who: Party Chairlady Mary Strauss and Co-Host Joan Quiksilver
Highlights: On April 14, 2012, 100 years to the day, the historic Fabulous Fox Theatre presented a once-in-a-lifetime experience: a recreation of the last dinner on the Titanic. This historic First Class menu and details of the evening were meticulously researched to authentically replicate the sumptuous eleven course meal with the accompanying wines that were served on that fateful night.
Upon their arrival at the theatre, guests received a boarding pass and an envelope with the name and historical biography of an actual First Class passenger. Cocktails and hors d’oeuvres of the Edwardian Era were served in the Grand Lobby of the theatre, while musicians played music from 1912. The “passengers” then proceeded to the stage to feast upon the epicurean dinner and nine accompanying wines.
Between courses, guests were entertained by musicians performing the authentic music played on the ship that evening. Guests were also able to view images of the ship and its passengers and hear stories told by the Titanic’s most notable luminaries about the ship, their personal remembrances, and its courageous passengers and crew. These notable passengers included Benjamin Guggenheim, John Jacob Astor, the “unsinkable” Molly Brown, Isadore and Ida Strauss, and Captain Edward John Smith.
This was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for guests to be part of “living history” and go back in time to experience the elegance, grandeur and luxury of the R.M.S. Titanic, while enjoying a gastronomical extravaganza from another era. This unique event was made possible by the partnership between the Fox Theatre and L'Ecole Culinaire.
Guests were encouraged to dress in the style of the period.
4/14/2012
Album ID: 1452320
Photos by Charles Barnes
Springboard Minds in Motion Gala
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What | Springboard Minds in Motion Gala
Where | Moto Museum
When | April 13th
Why | to support Springboard’s innovative programs in the arts, cultures, humanities, and sciences that they provide within our local schools and community organizations
Who | Luminary Award Recipients included Board President Kathie Winter and husband Richard Winter, Glen “Papa” Wright, and the St. Louis Public Schools. Executive Director Sheroo Mukhtiar welcomed guests, Keynote Speaker Julius K. Hunter offered remarks, Cindy Maritz served as event chair.
Highlights | a live performance by Tony Artz, cocktails, silent auction, and a live “fund a need”
4/13/2012
Album ID: 1452650
Photos by Carla Falasco
Ruth's Chris - RBar Opening Party
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What | RBar Opening Party
Where | Ruth’s Chris Steak House in Clayton
When | April 12th
Why | To kick off patio season!
Who | On-air personalities Dave Glover of KFTK and Mark Klose of KHITS, Town & Style’s Publisher Lauren Rechan and Editor-in-Chief/Associate Publisher Dorothy Weiner
Highlights | A decadent spread of delicious appetizers and a seasonal selection of wine, beer, and cocktails prepared by PJ Doyle. All guests received a swag bag full of RBar promotional goodies and enjoyed a live performance by Jesse Dawkins.
4/12/2012
Album ID: 1451989
Photos by Carla Falasco
Saul Mirowitz School
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What: 'School Days' celebrating Saul Mirowitz Jewish Community School
Where: The Ritz-Carlton Clayton
When: April 1
Why: To celebrate and raise funds for the Saul Mirowitz Jewish Community School
Who: Gala chairs Rick Lerner, Tina Rafael, Limor Shacham and Kathy Zigler were in attendance, as well as award winners Paul Flotken, Missy Korenblat-Hanin and Todd Siwak. Teachers recognized for years of service were Jan Fishman, Mali Haberer, Carol Erbar, Rick Schmidt and Limor Shacham.
Highlights: Todd Siwak announced that in its first three years, the school has raised more than $2 million.
4/1/2012
Album ID: 1445204
Photos by Meredith Bush
Today and Tommorow Education Foundation
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Pre-Gala Event at Home of Archbishop Carlson. What: Today and Tomorrow Educational Foundation Gala pre-party
Where: Archbisop Carlson's Home
When: March 27
Why: To gather and prepare for the April 26th Gala.
Who: Archbishop Carlson, Mayor Francis Slay, board chairman Kevin Short and executive director Sharon Gerken.
Highlights: Kevin Short, welcomed friends and donors: Rex Sinquefield and Gene and Evie Williams, and other supporters. Short thanked the Archbishop, Butler’s Pantry, Lohr Distrbuting, and William K. Busch Distributing for their donations to the evening.
3/27/2012
Album ID: 1444607
Photos by Meredith Bush
Rossman School - Golden Apple Gala
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What | Rossman School’s Golden Apple Gala
Where | Frontenac Hilton
When | March 10th
Why | to support students at Rossman School as they are prepared for responsible citizenship and meaningful participation in a global society
Who | Laura Busch, Valerie Carr, Colleen Geller, and Julie Koontz served as co-chairs; Head of School Pat Shipley welcomed guests
Highlights | Signature cocktails, dinner, silent auction, and live auction led by Rene Knott of KSDK Channel 5
3/10/2012
Album ID: 1431329
Photos by Carla Falasco
Sterling Bank
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What: Sterling Bank-Unveiling of new building
Where: Sterling Bank in Clayton, Mo
When: March 1
Why: To celebrate with the community the unveiling of the new building in Clayton
Who: Owner Ken Poteet, St. Louis county executive Charlie Dooley and executive VP of Sterling Bank Max Ross
3/1/2012
Album ID: 1428672
Photos by Meredith Bush
The Magic House-Dr. Seuss' Birthday
42 photos
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What: Dr. Seuss Birthday Party
Where: The Magic House
When: Feb. 25
Why: To celebrate the 108th birthday of the beloved author Dr. Seuss during Read Across America Weekend.
Who: Guest readers included Republican Missouri State Representative, 94th district Rick Stream, St. Louis County Executive Charlie Dooley and St. Louis Post-Dispatch columnist and Donnybrook panelist Bill McClellan.
Highlights: The Cat in the Hat visited with guests, kids were given the opportunity to take photos with Thingamajigger and everyone got the opportunity to make their own 'Cat in the Hat' hat.
2/25/2012
Album ID: 1424565
Photos by Meredith Bush
Pedal the Cause
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What: Pedal the Cause
When: 2/23/12
Where: Moulin Vin de Set
Who: Bill Koman, Founder; Jay Indovino, Exec. Dir.; Timothy J. Eberlein, MD, Siteman Cancer Center/Cancer Frontier Fund; Lee Fetter, President and Joshua Rubin, MD, PhD, St. Louis Children's Hospital/Children's Discovery Institute
Why: To announce the 12 research projects made possible by the 2011 annual bike challenge, Pedal the Cause. In 2011, more than 1,300 participants raised $1.3 million. The list of projects include research for pancreatic, kidney, breast, skin and cervical cancers through the foundation for Barnes-Jewish Hospital's Cancer Frontier fund as well as grants researching pediatric cancers through the Children's Discovery Institute at St. Louis Children's Hospital.
2/23/2012
Album ID: 1421252
Photos by Charles Barnes
Ranken Jordan
39 photos
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WHAT: Crystal Ball – Glow
WHERE: Kemp Auto Museum
WHEN: January 28
WHY: To help support the pediatric specialty Hospital as it treats and celebrates the children
WHO: President/CEO Laureen Tanner; Dr. Nick Holekamp; event chair Valerie Denton; emcee Mike and Claudia Bush; capital campaign co-chairs Mike and Susan Scully, Mike and Kristen Matheny and Maureen and Tom Laffey; Elaine Hickerson and 460 guests.
HIGHLIGHTS: Video presentation of the Hospital's history featuring Helen Haywood, Jeffrey Hogan and Cecilia Detwiler, auctions and entertainment by The Charles Glenn Group.
1/28/2012
Album ID: 1405494
Photos by Margaret Rambo
The Tennessee Society Of St. Louis
40 photos
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WHAT: 170th Annual Banquet
WHERE: The St. Louis Woman's Club
WHEN: January 7, 2012
WHY: To celebrate the historical impact of Tennessee and 7th President of the United States Andrew Jackson, and honor members who have TN connections via family, heritage, college or other ties.
WHO: Society president John and Kerri Rowe; guest speaker Wesley Paine, director of The Parthenon, Nashville, TN; past presidents, officers and 85 guests
HIGHLIGHTS: Wesley Paine's insightful speech in which she offered historical facts about TN, President Jackson, and work done to perpetuate the state's impact upon America; dinner and dancing by Trilogy to The Tennessee Waltz and Good Ol' Rocky Top.”
