What | Bela Fleck and the Flecktones
Where | Sheldon Concert Hall
When | March 29th
Why | to support the Sheldon’s educational programs that serve over 20,000 St. Louis area students each year
Who | key ‘Friends of the Sheldon’ including President Bob Harrison and our very own Style Editor Suzy Bacino
Highlights | an exclusive pre-show hors d’oeuvres and cocktail reception
3/29/2012
Album ID: 1445845
Photos by Carla Falasco
Today and Tommorow Education Foundation
29 photos
for sale
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
33 photos
for sale
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
American Heart Assc.
37 photos
for sale
WHAT: 2012 Heart Ball
WHERE: Ritz-Carlton Ballroom
WHEN: March 10
WHY: To support the Association in its mission to build healthier lives, free of cardiovascular diseases and stroke.
WHO: Chairs David and Thelma Steward; vice chairs Warner and Cindy Baxter; honoree Dr. Hendrick Barner; national CEO Nancy Brown; Dr. George Kichura, Rodger Riney, Steve Walli and supporters
HIGHLIGHTS: Heartfelt video testimony of Brian Siebert and a spectacular performance by Smokey Robinson and his band
3/10/2012
Album ID: 1432363
Photos by Margaret Rambo
Big Brothers Big Sisters
38 photos
for sale
WHAT: Celebrity Bowl
WHERE: Olivette Lanes
WHEN: March 10, 2012
WHY: A funraiser to support the organization and give its young people an outing to bowl with distinguished citizens and create lasting relationships
WHO: Becky James-Hatter, Tony Spratte, Betsy Cuneo, Mary Jane Daum, Kathy Martin, police chief Dan Isom, H. Meade Summers III, Pat Rohrkaste, Catherine Hanaway, Chris Koster, Sandy Rogers and the Energizer Bunny
HIGHLIGHTS: Game enjoyment, sizzling pizza, and top scorer and trophy winner Tony Spratte
3/10/2012
Album ID: 1432365
Photos by Margaret Rambo
Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America, St. Louis Chapter
51 photos
for sale
Why: To serve those affected by asthma and allergies of all types through education, support and medical resources.
Who: Executive Director, Joy Krieger, Event Chairs, Drs. Gregg and Sue Berdy, along with many volunteers and supporters.
Highlights: Entertainment by Spectrum Band and an auction filled with everything from fine wines and local restaurants certificates to asthma-friendly toys from Build-A-Bear.
3/10/2012
Album ID: 1432933
Photos by Meredith Bush
St. Louis Cathedral Concerts
33 photos
for sale
WHAT: Annual Gala
WHERE: Chase Park Plaza's Starlight Roof & Zodiac Room
WHEN: March 4, 2012
WHY: To help support Cathedral Concerts in the Cathedral Basilica
WHO: Honorary chairs Elizabeth and Richard Robb; event chair Nicole Heerlein, honoree Donna Wilkinson, board chair Paul Mittelstadt, executive & artistic director Horast Buchholz; Michael and Noemi Neidorff, Malcolm Ivey, and a host of music-loving leaders and patrons
HIGHLIGHTS: Presentation of “The Great Music Award” to Donna Wilkinson; sterling performances by OTSL's artists in residence soprano Stephanie Nakagawa, tenor Keith Boyer, pianist Gail Hintz; auctions and dinner.
3/4/2012
Album ID: 1428346
Photos by Margaret Rambo
Kid's Place Inc.
29 photos
for sale
WHAT: Kid's Place Inc. Wish Upon a Star 2012
WHERE: SqWires Restaurant and Annex
WHEN: March 4, 2012
WHY: To help provide academic, social and behavioral support to children struggling with academic achievement, and to support a safe place for them to shine.
WHO: Event chair Joan Taylor; Ellen Langston, executive director Lynda Wolpert; Blues artist Kim Massie, honoree Bill Solomon, Joseph and Geraldine Burstein and a host of supporters
HIGHLIGHTS: Presentation of the Kids' Place Galaxy Award to Bill Solomon, auctions and rousing entertainment by Kim Massie and her musical group.
3/4/2012
Album ID: 1428317
Photos by Margaret Rambo
Lydia's House - Night for Hope and Healing
28 photos
for sale
What | Lydia’s House Night for Hope and Healing
Where | The Coronado Ballroom
When | March 3rd
Why | to raise awareness and funds to support families at Lydia’s House who are regaining footing after experiencing domestic violence
Who | Jasmine Huda, News 4 Anchor, served as emcee; Marcia Barber, Lydia’s House Interim-Executive Director, welcomed guests; Jamie Vollmer and Lynne Hromockyj co-chaired the event
Highlights | A moving story of survival from a former client of Lydia’s House, silent auction, dinner, and dancing
3/3/2012
Album ID: 1431123
Photos by Carla Falasco
Churchill School Jeans and Jewels
44 photos
for sale
What: Jeans and Jewels
Where: Churchill Center and School
When: March 3
Why: Scholarship Fund dedicated to educating high potential children with learning disabilities through specialized curriculum and one-on-one instruction.
Who: Co-Chairs Debbie Maack and Jan Smith. Director Sandi Gilligan, President Bill Tingle.
Highlights: Silent and live auction, dinner, western theme.
3/3/2012
Album ID: 1426872
Photos by Bill Barrett
Community School
43 photos
for sale
What: Community School's biennial auction fundraiser, Cornucopia.
Where: Palladium
When: March 3, 2012
3/3/2012
Album ID: 1426916
Photos by Charles Barnes
Wyman-Orange Carpet Gala: A Night at the Oscars
29 photos
for sale
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
