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Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation
- 32 photos
- WHAT: Garden of Hope Dream Gala
WHERE: Hyatt Regency St. Louis at the Arch
WHEN: May 12, 2012
WHY: To help fund the research efforts of JDRF and its research partners in finding a cure for Type 1 Diabetes
WHO: Championship Award honorees Jim Theiss, board president and Chuck Berry; honorary chair Dave Peacock who represented Anheuser-Busch Companies for the Living and Giving Award; executive director Marie Davis; gala chair Susan Block; Don Aven, Rich Etzkorn, emcee Russell Kinsaul of KMOV-TV 4, Mike and Bettina Esser, and 600 supporters.
HIGHLIGHTS: Festive garden-themed decorations; auctions, Fund-A-Cure, awards presentations, savory dinner and live music with Groovethang.
- 5/12/2012
- Album ID: 1471005
- Photos by Margaret Rambo
Action for Autism Gala
- 28 photos
- What | Action for Autism-Walk the Red Carpet-Gala & Dinner Auction
Where | Hilton St. Louis at the Ballpark
When | May 12th
Why | to assist children and their families with Autism Spectrum Disorders receiving services from Action for Autism, Howard Park Center, and The American School
Who | President Brad Buechler and Board Chair Judge Glenn Norton welcomed guests
Highlights | cocktails, a wide array of auction items, dinner, and entertainment provided by the Bob Kuban Band
- 5/12/2012
- Album ID: 1470702
- Photos by Carla Falasco
St. Louis County Library Foundation VIP Reception For Andy Cohen
- 47 photos
- WHAT: St. Louis County Library Foundation VIP Reception For Andy Cohen
WHERE: Saks Fifth Avenue
WHEN: Friday, May 11, 2012
WHY: An informal affair sponsored by the St. Louis County Library Foundation and hosted by Saks Fifth Avenue to meet and greet Andy Cohen, Bravo Executive Vice-President and Author, in celebration of his new book, Most Talkative.
WHO: Andy Cohen, Charles Pace, Barbara Turkington, June Fowler, Doug Moss
HIGHLIGHTS: Besides the wonderfully relaxed ambiance of Sak's 3rd floor venue for the reception and the jovial atmosphere created by just the sheer presence of Andy Cohen, note should be given to the exquisite catering provided by the Social Affair's Alex Meyer and Kelly Spencer.
- 5/11/2012
- Album ID: 1468828
- Photos by Charles Barnes
Thompson Center for Autism
- 33 photos
- 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
Parties in the Park-Clayton
- 90 photos
- 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
Garden Club Reception
- 44 photos
- 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
Alzheimer's Association - An Affair to Remember: Great Pairings
- 26 photos
- What | Great Pairings: An Affair to Remember
Where | Windows Off Washington
When | May 5th
Why | To support the critical programs and services of the Alzheimer’s Association and the research towards the treatment, prevention, and cure of Alzheimer’s disease
Who | Frank Cusumano served as emcee, Mark Schupp chaired the event
Highlights | entertainment by the Charles & Nikki Glenn Duo & The Charles Glenn Band; a delicious spread prepared by Lou Rook of Annie Gunn’s, Don Tadlock of Kemoll’s, Kevin Nashan of Sidney Street Café, and Nick Miller of Harvest
- 5/5/2012
- Album ID: 1467236
- Photos by Carla Falasco
Kids in the Middle Annual Gala
- 30 photos
- What: Kids in the Middle Annual Gala
Where: The Ritz Carlton
When: May 5
Why: To provide an evening of fun, entertainment and education about Kids in the Middle. The organization 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. Proceeds raised from the evening help fund counseling for kids.
Who: Co-chairs of the event Stacy Daniels and Keith Kohler
Highlights: Silent and live auctions, a raffle to win the choice of one of five experiences including a trip to New York or Las Vegas. The evening featured a Kentucky Derby theme with roses, a real race horse for photos and lots of big hats.
- 5/5/2012
- Album ID: 1466837
- Photos by Meredith Bush
Opera Theatre of St Louis
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- TOWN & STYLE IS THE PROUD MEDIA SPONSOR OF THIS EVENT
WHAT: La Habanera Costume Ball
WHERE: Peabody Opera House
WHEN: May 5, 2012
WHY: To celebrate the spring production of Carmen; to support budget and the professional development programs for emerging artists and education initiatives which serve more than 11,000 children each year.
WHO: Chair Noemi Neidorff, co-chair Kara O'Leary, honorary chair Donna Wilkinson; general director Timothy O'Leary, presenting sponsors Centene (Michael Neidorff), Wells Fargo Advisors (Rachel and Jermal Seward), World Wide Technology, Inc., (David and Thelma Steward) Christine and Ross Brewer, Ashley Putnam, Susanne Mentzer, Bert and Carol Walker, Marilyn and Sam Fox, 450 donors and festively Spanish-costumed guests.
HIGHLIGHTS: A tribute to Richard Gaddes, the compnay's founding general director; celebration of The Richard Gaddes Fund for Young Singers; musical selections from OT's Monsanto Artists-in-Training students; and performances from Kendall Gladen and Aleksey Bogdanov, principals from Bizet's Carmen.
- 5/5/2012
- Album ID: 1465605
Autism Speaks St. Louis Chapter Chef Gala
- 23 photos
- What: Autism Speaks St. Louis Chapter Chef Gala
Where: Hilton at the Ballpark
When: May 3
Why: To celebrate with chefs from the community who highlight their signature dishes in an effort to raise money for the Autism Speaks mission; to change the future for all who struggle with Autism spectrum disorders.
Who: Lead Chefs Stephen Gontram and Nick Miller, chairs of the event Marion and Bill Margulis
Highlights: The evening included silent auction of items such as a signed Rams football, a Cardinals jersey as well as opportunities to dine at the many restaurants who chefs were featured during the evening
- 5/3/2012
- Album ID: 1466801
- Photos by Meredith Bush
Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation
St. Louis County Library Foundation VIP Reception For Andy Cohen
Thompson Center for Autism
Parties in the Park-Clayton
Alzheimer's Association - An Affair to Remember: Great Pairings
Kids in the Middle Annual Gala
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