What: St. Louis Zoo - A Zoo Ado presented by Wells Fargo Advisors
When: June 15, 2012
Where: St. Louis Zoo
Why: Partygoers to A Zoo Ado presented by Wells Fargo Advisors celebrated the Caribbean flamingo with Flamingo Fling at the Zoo. The preliminary gross revenue raised was $488,000 which benefits the Saint Louis Zoo and its conservation efforts both at the Zoo and around the world. More than 2,500 people pre-registered to attend.
Who: Joe and Marcia Ambrose, Lynn and Doug Yaeger, Zoo President & CEO Dr. Jeffrey Bonner and Melody Noel. Melody also served on the A Zoo Ado committee.
Hon. James Conway, Chair of Saint Louis Zoo Commission, and wife, Joan.
Tom and Laurie Welch (Tom is a Saint Louis Zoo Association board member and president of Fifth Third Bank, a principal underwriter of A Zoo Ado)
Drew and Denise Franz, Sharon and Dale Fiehler, Rachel Seward, Assistant Vice President, Civic Relationship Manager at Wells Fargo Advisors, the presenting sponsor of A Zoo Ado; and Jermal Seward, of the Young Zoo Friends Advisory Board. Jim Sansone, member of the Saint Louis Zoo Commission, and wife Kathryn. Cynthia Holter, Vice President of External Relations at the Zoo, and husband, Denny Holter.
Some of the folks from the A Zoo Ado Committees:
Peggy and Jerry Ritter
Steve and Katie Schankman
Charlie and Marilyn Hoessle
Patty and Mark Mantovani
Cathy and Jim Gidcumb
Susan and Cicardi Bruce with Cheryl and Lee Reid
Bonnie and Gary Halls
Terese and Greg Portell
Highlights:There was plenty of pink, feather boas, and other flamingo-inspired attire at the creative-casual party. Guests exercised their flamingo-like flexibility by getting low with the limbo.
The night was just right for dancing under the summer moon. Dr. Zhivegas, Fat Pocket and DJ Raven Fox provided the tunes.
There was a fabulous silent auction with items ranging from animal-inspired jewelry to vacations, theater, concerts and sports tickets, artwork, golf packages and more.
6/15/2012
Album ID: 1490090
Photos by Charles Barnes
Whole Kids Outreach Fourth Annual Dinner Auction
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What: Whole Kids Outreach Fourth Annual Dinner Auction
Where: Orlando Gardens Banquet Center
When: June 1
Why: To raise funds and awareness for an organization that helps families and children in rural Missouri overcome the challenges of poverty and address unmet health needs.
Who: Executive director Sr. Anne Francioni SSND, auction chairs Dr. Bob and Marianne Bergamini, dinner auction comittee members Mick and Pat Byrne and Sharon Huber (whose husband the evening was dedicated to), auctioneer Adam Jokisch and St. Louis Developement Coordinator Lynn Raney.
Highlights: Auctioneer Adam Jokisch entertained the crowd with his talents while guests were treated to a buffet dinner.
6/1/2012
Album ID: 1485426
Photos by Meredith Bush
The Women's Club St. Louis
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WHAT: Diamond Gala: 100 Years On 4600 Lindell
WHERE: The Saint Louis Woman's Club
WHEN: April 28, 2012
WHY: To commemorate the anniversary and raise funds to restore and maintain the historic mansion
WHO: Chairs Lori and Charlie Fawcett, Charlene Kuhl, president Carolyn Farrell, Liz and Jerry von Rohr, Ron Harke, Anne and Jim von der Heydt, Kathy and Bob Fulstone, Laura and Paul Shaughnessy, and 140 honored guests
HIGHLIGHTS: Reminiscing, cocktails, auctions, gourmet dinner and dancing to The Chasers Fore
4/28/2012
Album ID: 1465604
Photos by Margaret Rambo
Voices for Children
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WHAT: Voices for Children - Be the Difference
WHERE: Windows Off Washington
WHEN: April 12, 2012
WHY: The major annual fund raiser for Voices. Voices advocates for abused and neglected children and youth in St. Louis by representing their best interests in court and in the community.
WHO: Co-Chairs Irl and Sue Engelhardt and Scott and Michelle Larson
HIGHLIGHTS: An evening of cocktails, dining and a Fund-A-Need auction at the lovely Windows Off Washington where Donald M. Suggs was honored as the 2012 Community Superhero and the Judge Glenda Hatchett was the Keynote Speaker.
4/13/2012
Album ID: 1450648
Photos by Charles Barnes
Wyman-Orange Carpet Gala: A Night at the Oscars
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What: Wyman Orange Carpet Gala: A Night at the Oscars
Where: Four Seasons Hotel
When: March 3
Why: To celebrate and raise funds for Wyman and its effort to help teens from disadvantaged circumstances beat the odds and become productive, successful citizens.
Who: Event chair Amy Gill and her husband Amrit, immediate past chairman of the board Dave Morley and board member Kim Casale
Highlights: Wyman teen Drew Mizell shared his incredible singing talent, and guests danced to the sounds of Griffin and the Gargoyles
3/3/2012
Album ID: 1428759
Photos by Meredith Bush
The Women's Safe House 35th Anniversary Celebration
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What | The Womens Safe House 35th Anniversary Celebration
Where | The Palladium in Lafayette Square
When | February 11th
Why | To acknowledge the strong history of The Womens Safe House while raising funds to benefit the programs and services offered to families escaping violence
Who | Marguerite Garrick, Natasha Hawkins, and Michelle Pfeiffer worked tirelessly as event co-chairs, Executive Director Sylvia J. Jackson and Board President Janet Horlacher welcomed guests, and Carol Daniel of KMOVs Great Day St. Louis inspired guests to support the essential programming for survivors of abuse
Highlights | The first ever presentation of the Heritage of Hope Award to Debra Hollingsworth, Regional Vice President of External Affairs for AT&T; dancing to the music of Spirit of the Rhythm
Photos by: Carla Falasco & Kyle Brightman
2/21/2012
Album ID: 1419768
Photos by Carla Falasco
The Veiled Prophet Ball - GO's Cocktail Party
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In a private gathering before the maids are presented to His Mysterious Majesty the Veiled Prophet, his special guests gather to celebrate the momentous occasion. Known as the GO's Party (Grand Oracle), it's a special cocktail reception for the the heads of the Veiled Prophet Organization and the parents of his Court.
12/22/2011
Album ID: 1384591
Photos by Charles Barnes
The Veiled Prophet Ball - Maids of Honor (Presentation)
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The Queen's Supper, held Dec. 22 at the Hyatt Regency Saint Louis at the Arch, was a joyful occasion for the friends and families of 67 young women of the Court of Love and Beauty. In this, the 127th Veiled Prophet Ball, the following were named Queen Eleanor Clark Brennan's Special Maids: Hallie Burst Stupp, Caroline Stevens Fryer, Mary Ogden Hager, Ashley Scudder Engler, Emily Thatcher Smith, Elizabeth Kelsch Thaman.
12/22/2011
Album ID: 1384550
Photos by Thomas Warwick
The Veiled Prophet Ball - Maids of Honor (Pre-Presentation)
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The Queen's Supper, held Dec. 22 at the Hyatt Regency Saint Louis at the Arch, was a joyful occasion for the friends and families of 67 young women of the Court of Love and Beauty. In this, the 127th Veiled Prophet Ball, the following were named Queen Eleanor Clark Brennan's Special Maids: Hallie Burst Stupp, Caroline Stevens Fryer, Mary Ogden Hager, Ashley Scudder Engler, Emily Thatcher Smith, Elizabeth Kelsch Thaman.
12/22/2011
Album ID: 1384586
Photos by Thomas Warwick
The Veiled Prophet Ball - Former Queens & Ladies of Honor
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The Queen's Supper, held Dec. 22 at the Hyatt Regency Saint Louis at the Arch, was a joyful occasion for the friends and families of 67 young women of the Court of Love and Beauty. In this, the 127th Veiled Prophet Ball, the following were named Queen Eleanor Clark Brennan's Special Maids: Hallie Burst Stupp, Caroline Stevens Fryer, Mary Ogden Hager, Ashley Scudder Engler, Emily Thatcher Smith, Elizabeth Kelsch Thaman.
12/22/2011
Album ID: 1384587
Photos by Thomas Warwick
The Veiled Prophet Ball - Queen of Love & Beauty and Special Maids
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The Queen's Supper, held Dec. 22 at the Hyatt Regency Saint Louis at the Arch, was a joyful occasion for the friends and families of 67 young women of the Court of Love and Beauty. In this, the 127th Veiled Prophet Ball, the following were named Queen Eleanor Clark Brennan's Special Maids: Hallie Burst Stupp, Caroline Stevens Fryer, Mary Ogden Hager, Ashley Scudder Engler, Emily Thatcher Smith, Elizabeth Kelsch Thaman.
12/22/2011
Album ID: 1384588
Photos by Thomas Warwick
Friends of Wings
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WHAT: Big Bear Brunch
WHERE: Ritz-Carlton Ballroom
WHEN: December 3
WHY: To benefit Wings in its work with the BJC Pediatric Palliative Care Program
WHO: Barbara Westland, executive director; co-chairs Jami Cohen and Sarah Oberman; emcee Heidi Glaus, representatives from MAGELLAN and Wells Fargo sponsors; Dr. Elliot Gellman, guests
HIGHLIGHTS: Appearances by Disney characters, fun-filled activities for delighted children, silent auction, raffles and a Butteerfly Boutique
12/3/2011
Album ID: 1374082
Photos by Margaret Rambo
Villa's Club Bonne Chance Fundraiser
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WHAT: Villa Duschenes Bonne Chance Fundraiser
WHERE: Kenefick Gymnasium
WHEN: November 12, 2011
WHY: The largest fundraiser of the year to raises monies for the general fund and financial aid.
WHO: Sister Lucie Nordmann, Matuschka Briggs and Susie Sheahan
HIGHLIGHTS: Laissez les bons temps rouler! The gym was rockin. Cocktails and dining and tunes and auctions all for the greater good.
11/12/2011
Album ID: 1366076
Photos by Charles Barnes
Wings of Hope
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WHAT: Casablanca Night
WHERE: Wings of Hope Boulevard, Chesterfield
WHEN: November 5
WHY: Donor appreciation dinner and to acknowledge Larry Lemke, recipient of the National Volunteer of the Year Award for humanitarian flying
WHO: Douglas Clements, Michele Rutledge, Deborah Berryman, Jerry Wood and guests
HIGHLIGHTS: A Morocco-themed decor with guests costumed in Casablanca attire, Big Band music, exotic foods, and airplanes on display
11/5/2011
Album ID: 1358424
Photos by Margaret Rambo
World Pediatric Project - Treasures in Paradise
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What | World Pediatric Project
Where | Old Warson Country Club
When | November 3rd
Why | To support the programming that allows medical professionals to heal critically ill children and build indigenous health care capacity in developing nations
Who | Co-hosts Meredith and Jim Holbrook and Julie and Rusty Keeley welcomed guests, Honorary Chairs Joe Buck and Susan and Danny Ludeman offered remarks, and Executive Director Kathy Corbett shared the organization vision --- that geography should not be the reason a child lives or dies. The inaugural event was sponsored by Wells Fargo Advisors.
Highlights | Guests had the opportunity to bid on ten enticing tropical excursion packages while enjoying island-inspired cocktails and cuisine.
11/3/2011
Album ID: 1357958
Photos by Carla Falasco
United Way's Annual de Tocqueville "Thank You" event
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What: United Way's Annual de Tocqueville “Thank You” event.
Where: The Peabody Opera House
When: October 26
Why: The de Tocqueville Society is for philanthropists who contribute annual gifts of $10,000 or more.
Who United Way President & CEO Gary Dollar, United Way CEO Danny Ludeman, ABC news journalist Bob Woodruff, jazz singer Denise Thimes.
Highlights: cocktails, dinner, key note speech by Bob Woodruff, entertainment by Denise Thimes.
10/27/2011
Album ID: 1350386
Photos by Bill Barrett
Women's Foundation
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WHAT: Making a Difference
WHERE: Frontenac Hilton
WHEN: October 19, 2011
WHY: Raising awareness and dollars to address issues impacting women and girls
WHO: Womens Foundation of Greater St. Louis and Sponsor Merrill Lynch
HIGHLIGHTS: Internationally recognized speaker, author, donor activist, philanthropist and member of the Pillsbury family, Tracy Gary
10/19/2011
Album ID: 1349046
Photos by Charles Barnes
Woman's Place Iris Ball
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What | Womans Place Iris Ball
Where | St. Francis Xavier College Church Grand Ballroom
When | October 14th
Why | To celebrate the accomplishments of the founding mothers and on-going supporters of Womans Place, a drop-in center for survivors of domestic abuse.
Who | KSDKs Heidi Klaus served as MC, Director Mary Burns welcomed guests, and Sister Irma Kennebeck, FSM, Ruth Beckmann Murray, Ph. D., and Ann Bauer, J.D. were honored for their contributions.
Highlights | Rousing performances by the Webster Groves Jazz Ensemble
10/14/2011
Album ID: 1345554
Photos by Carla Falasco
UMSL Nursing
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for sale
9/30/2011
Album ID: 1340741
Photos by Charles Barnes
Washington University Green Hall Dedication
33 photos
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WHAT: Dedication Ceremony Reception and Dinner
WHERE: New Green Hall at Washington University and Ritz-Carlton Ballroom
WHEN: September 23
WHY: To celebrate the dedication of Preston M. Green Hall
WHO: Mrs. Preston (Nancy) Green, Chancellor Mark Wrighton, Stephen Brauer, Ralph Quatrano, Charles Vest, student speaker Danielle Hoover, Subra Suresh, Dennis Muilenburg, Arye and Shlomitt Nehorai, P.R. Kimar, Janet Holloway, John McDonnell, donors, friends and national dignitaries in engineering education and research.
HIGHLIGHTS: Ribbon cutting ceremony, keynote address by Charles Vest, president of the National Academy of Engineering; and The Stereotypes singing group.
