Santa Rosa Symphony League proudly presents
Festival of Parties 2017~2018
Let’s Play
So They Can Play
Welcome to the twenty-seventh annual
Santa Rosa Symphony League
Festival of Parties.
These parties are unique opportunities to enjoy the best venues,
food, wine, and music that Sonoma County has to offer. Each is
designed to entertain, delight and educate. The proceeds of all
of our fundraisers will be presented to the Santa Rosa Symphony
Orchestra music education programs in support of music
education for the youth of Sonoma County. Each year our
programs help enrich the lives of 23,000 young musicians.
Thus the theme of this year’s selection of Parties:
“Let’s Play so They Can Play.”
It’s easy to make reservations. Either use the reservation form at
the back of this brochure, or make your reservations on-line at
our website:
srsymphonyleague.org
Attend as many of these delightful events as you wish or give the
reservations as gifts to your family and friends. If you need a
ride, check the appropriate box on the form and someone will
contact you to make arrangements. Some of the events sell out
quickly, so make your reservations as early as possible. Your
reservations will be confirmed by mail or e-mail and will contain
maps and directions to each event. If you are unable to attend a
reserved event, your payment will not be refunded unless there
is a waiting list.
Direct all questions to Suzanne Scheer at
[email protected]
Note: We are required by the IRS code to inform you that the amount of
your contribution, which is deductible for Federal Income Tax purposes,
is limited to the excess of the amount of any money or property
contributed by the donor over the value of the goods or services received.
That suggested amount is noted at the bottom of each party description.
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The Santa Rosa Symphony League offers a sincere thank you to
those who have contributed so generously to make Festival of
Parties 2017-2018 a wonderful success:
2016-2017 Chair Liz Martin, Liz Bippart, Marilyn Chiotti, Joanne
Enemark, Donna Friedrich, Laurie Hall, Lisa Hauge,
Elizabeth Kern, Wendy Lalanne, Sheila McQuillen, Barbara
Moseley, Barbara Olsen, Jackie Reinhardt, Suzanne Scheer,
and Sharon Beckman for designing this brochure.
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Concert in the Cave . . . where the discord of the outside
world fades and magic happens
Music, The Universal Language
Charlie Schlangen and Susan Witt-Butler, accompanied by
Tetyana Goodhart and joined by surprise friends, return to
perform in the Deerfield Ranch Winery Cave to everyone’s
delight. Susan’s soaring soprano and Charlie’s rich baritone
lend themselves beautifully to the acoustics of the cave.
Come hear old favorites from Broadway (Annie Get Your Gun,
Cabaret, Camelot); a celebration of Mozart; tender songs by
dreamers who long for a better world; and new solos and
duets. This time there will be some audience participation as
well, so come ready to join in the fun. Award-winning
Deerfield Ranch wine and scrumptious hot and cold hors
d’oeuvres will be served.
Thursday, June 15, 2017
6 P.M.
$50.00
Deerfield Ranch Winery Cave
10200 Sonoma Highway, Kenwood
$30 per person may be tax deductible
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Photo: Rick Tang Photography
Castelli’s Ranch and Gardens Tour . . .
You’re in for a feast for the eyes!
Round up grandpa, dad, sons, and grandsons (and their ladies)
for an experience you’ll never forget.
Castelli’s is full of amazing treasures—a lifelong collection of
antiques, vehicles, toys, bicycles and more. The fragrant and
whimsical gardens are a sight to behold . . . and camera ready.
Inside the Castelli home you’ll see memorabilia from the
distant past—photos, art, and in the kitchen a wonderful
surprise. Enjoy entertainment from a Sweet Adeline
International Champion and Pacific Empire Choruses
award-winning quartet.
Saturday, September 9, 2017
Meet at 10:00 A.M.
$40.00
Wine, frescas, lunch, homemade cobbler and ice cream are
also included. A golf cart will be available for guests who
need assistance.
Location information will be provided upon registration.
$20 per person may be tax deductible
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Jazzy Thursday...
Doug Morton and Del Sol
In the Cave of Deerfield Ranch Winery
Elegant and elevating, with a bit of fun thrown in, Del Sol
will continue to surprise and delight with their fresh
approach to tuneful and interesting music. They’ll bring their
usual eclectic mix of uniquely arranged songs and some of
their classics to the party. Jazz up your Thursday with the
great music of Doug Morton joined by Charity Goodin, vocals;
Rob Fordyce, bass; and Brad McKeague, drums.
Award-winning Deerfield Ranch wine will be served along
with an enticing spread of hors d’oeuvres.
Thursday, September 21, 2017
6 P.M
Deerfield Ranch Winery Cave
10200 Sonoma Highway, Kenwood
$35 per person may be tax deductible
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$50.00
A Saturday Stroll in the Gardens . . .
Kendall-Jackson Estate Winery
and Gardens
Enjoy a guided tour through the breathtaking vineyards
and gardens featuring a sensory experience with wine.
Following the tour, enjoy tempting charcuterie platters
and estate wines at tables on the patio.
Saturday, October 7, 2017
1 P.M
$50.00
Kendall-Jackson Estate Winery and Gardens
5007 Fulton Road, Santa Rosa
$25 per person may be tax deductible
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Discover the Hidden Artist Within . . .
Come Paint with Us
at the Sebastopol Center for the Arts
Autumn is a colorful time of the year in Sonoma County and
perfect for capturing the colors with paint. Join our creative
team for an enjoyable afternoon of crafting a seasonal
masterpiece you can display for years to come. This event is
perfect for beginners and experienced artists alike. All
materials are included, as are wine and light snacks.
Grab your pals, an old shirt or apron, and enjoy an
afternoon of creativity and fun.
Saturday, October 21, 2017
1 – 4 P.M
$40.00
Sebastopol Center for the Arts
282 South High Street, Sebastopol
$25 per person may be tax deductible
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Food and Wine Pairing Luncheon
On the Beautiful Patio at the
Wild Oak Saddle Club
Enjoy the fall colors and delicious three-course luncheon
featuring the cuisine of chef Joe Farinacci. Each course will
be paired with special wine from Wilson Family Wineries.
Only 16 guests (two tables) can be accommodated, so
make your reservations early.
Sunday, November 12, 2017
Noon
Wild Oak Saddle Club
550 White Oak Drive, Santa Rosa
$35 per person may be tax deductible
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$50.00
Ease into the holidays at the lovely
Wine Garden Inn in Cloverdale
Ease into the holidays at the Wine Garden Inn nestled in
the Mayacama Mountain range with breathtaking views
of the Alexander Valley. Our hosts, Kathleen Kelley Young
and Jim Young will share their passions for food and wine
in this relaxing, elegant setting. The Del Sol Band will
energize us with Doug Morton playing on keyboards,
Rob Fordyce on bass, Brad McKeague on drums, and
Charity Goodin singing us into the season. We promise a
musically delicious afternoon of multiple holiday delights.
Sunday, December 3, 2017
2 P.M.
$50.00
Wine Garden Inn
302 North Main Street, Cloverdale
$30 per person may be tax deductible
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Make This Your Holiday Tradition
The Thirty-Fifth Annual Redwood Empire
Sing-Along Messiah
A benefit for the Music Education Programs of the Santa Rosa
Symphony League
Sunday, December 17, 2017
3 P.M.
Jackson Theater, Sonoma Country Day School
4400 Day School Place, Santa Rosa
Tickets: $20 at the door or in advance at
srsymphonyleague.org, or at Stanroy Music Center,
640 4th Street, Santa Rosa
Ticket Information: 707.522.8786
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Sweet Dreams and Grim Nightmares
An examination of depictions of Sleeping Beauty as cultural
and political metaphor during and after World War I
Artistic renditions of Sleeping Beauty have been prevalent in
popular art for centuries, but fairytales experienced a
particular resurgence around World War I. Illustrations
produced during this period focused not on happily ever
after, but on vulnerability, eroticism, loneliness and violence.
In this lecture, presented by one of our youngest guest
speakers, Tenae Chiotti Stewart, we will explore these topics
through the lens of the French and German versions of
Sleeping Beauty and their early 20th century interpretations.
Ms. Stewart has a BS degree in Art History from Sonoma
State University and has presented papers at historical
symposiums including one at the DeYoung Museum.
Champagne and Patisseries Catered by Chloe’s French Cafe
Saturday, January 6, 2018
3 – 5 P.M.
$25.00
6th Street Playhouse, Studio, 52 W. 6th St., Santa Rosa
$10 per person may be tax deductible
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Enjoy Lunch and Conversation
with Award-Winning Author Joan Frank
Joan Frank’s latest novel, All the News I Need, probes
the modern American response to inevitable, ancient
riddles—of love and sex and mortality.
Frances Ferguson is a lonely, sharp-tongued widow who
lives in the wine country. Oliver Gaffney is a painfully shy
gay man who guards a secret and lives out equally lonely
days in San Francisco. Friends by default, Fran and Ollie
nurse the deep anomie of loss and the creeping, animal
betrayal of aging. Each loves routine but is anxious that life
might be passing by. To crack open this stalemate, Fran
insists the two travel together to Paris. The aftermath of
their funny, bittersweet journey suggests those small
changes, within our reach, that may help us save
ourselves—somewhere toward the end.
Thursday, January 25, 2018
$35.00
11:30 A.M.
This elegant lunch, limited to 12 guests, will be served in
a lovely local home. Information will be provided
upon registration.
$20 per person may be tax deductible
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Let the Games Begin . . . Sonoma Style!
If you enjoy games, you’ll love this day of camaraderie filled
with enthusiastic players, a special lunch prepared by League
ladies, wine, and a drawing for prizes donated by wineries,
massage therapists, nurseries and other generous donors.
Whether your passion is mahjong, bridge, canasta, hearts, or
Mexican train you’ll have a great time. This event is usually a
sell-out, so get in touch with your friends and reserve early.
Be sure to tell us what game you’re playing and who will be at
your table so we can make sure to seat you together. This year
you’ll have more time to play since we’re starting 30 minutes
earlier and eliminating the fashion show. Be sure to tell us
what you think about the change.
Thursday, February 15, 2018
11 A.M.
$40.00*
St. Patrick’s Episcopal Parish, 9000 Sonoma Highway, Santa Rosa
*$45 after February 1
$15 per person may be tax deductible
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Thursday, March 1, 2018
$50 to $100
This year about 16 of the most popular restaurants in Sonoma
County are participating in this one-night experience in
gracious dining. Bring your own wine, enjoy a fine meal with
tax and gratuity included, and change the lives of children
through music. Invite your friends and make it a party!
Reservations can be made after December 1, 2017 on
srsymphonyleague.org, or call Liz Bippart at 707-227-4314
for assistance.
A portion of your cost may be tax deductible
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Paint and Decorate a Bird House
Springtime in Wine Country is glorious, and thoughts naturally
turn to being outdoors and enjoying our wonderful climate.
Join us for another fun-packed and instructive artistic project.
This time we’ll be decorating birdhouses! Participants will
receive manufactured birdhouses and the supplies to
decorate, customize, and embellish them. Our team will have
lots of ideas to help you create a truly unique piece of art that
will add color to your garden or patio and will cheerfully
welcome your aerial guests.
Saturday, April 21, 2018
1 – 4 P.M
$40.00
Sebastopol Center for the Arts
282 South High Street, Sebastopol
$25 per person may be tax deductible
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On Mother’s Day
You are Cordially Invited to Tea at the McDonald Mansion . . .
where you’ll take a rare look back at a time when living in a mansion
was serene, gracious, and grand. Our owner and hostess, Jennifer
Webley, will host a tea on the grounds of their historic site. David
Gillespie from Luther Burbank Home & Gardens will take you on a
tour through the fabulous rose and flower gardens of the mansion.
Jennifer would love to show you her workroom where she designs
fabulous hats. (She is the proprietor of the charming Portobello Hat
Shop in downtown Santa Rosa.)
If wearing a hat is your cup of tea, please wear one. If not, we may
ask you to join the judging committee to help choose a winner in
three categories: Most Beautiful Hat, Black and White Hat, and
Wacky Hat.
You will enjoy delicious teas, wine, music, and a variety of lovely tea
sandwiches, petits fours, and much more.
Sunday, May 13, 2018
11:30 A.M.
$50.00
1015 McDonald Avenue, Santa Rosa
$25 per person may be tax deductible
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The Complete Works of
William Shakespeare . . .
37 plays in 97 minutes!
By Adam Long, Daniel Singer and Jess Winfield
If you like Shakespeare, you’ll like this show. If you hate
Shakespeare, you’ll LOVE this show. Three madcap actors
in tights and Converse All-stars weave their wicked way
through all of Shakespeare’s comedies, histories and
tragedies in one wild ride that will leave you breathless
and helpless with laughter!
Thursday, May 17, 2018
7 P.M
$40.00
6th Street Playhouse Studio
52 W. 6th Street, Santa Rosa
$20 per person may be tax deductible
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Friends of the League
Tier Three Donors
Harry Rubins
Alan and Susan Seidenfeld
Tier Two Donors
Sheila Einhorn
Janet F. Gavagan
Don Green
Sam and Ava Guerrera
Laurie Hall
David E. Marcus, MD & Jacqueline Marcus
Teresita and Jon Stark
Tim and Pam Zainer
Tier One Donors
Jizell, Arcana and Zepher Albright
Dr. and Mrs. Peter W. Barnes
Sharon Beckman
Liz Bippart
Christine M. Cromwell
Bob Dallachie
Nancy L. Diez
Dan and Connie Earl
Robinson and Patrick Taylor
Diana Forney
Donna Friedrich
Yvonne Hanlon
Elizabeth and Lee Kern
Robert Leach
Lynn Miller
The Norgrove Family
George A. Schneider, DDS
Michael and Barbara Shepherd
Joanne Utter
Richard and Donna Wallrich
Ellen Wagner Wear
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Festival OF
of Parties
Order 2017–2018
Form
FESTIVAL
PARTIES2017-2018
ORDER FORM
Event
Concert in the Cave
Castelli’s Ranch & Garden
Del Sol Band
Kendall-Jackson Stroll
Autumn Paint Party
Saddle Club Food & Wine
Christmas at the Inn
Sing Along Messiah
Dreams & Nightmares
Lunch with Author
Let the Games Begin!
Dinner Is Served
Paint a Bird House
McDonald Mansion Tea
Complt Wrks Wllm Shkspr
Date
Price No. Total
Jun. 15, 2017 $50
Sep. 9, 2017 $40
Sep. 21, 2017 $50
Oct. 7, 2017, $50
Oct. 21, 2017 $40
Nov. 12, 2017 $50
Dec. 3, 2017 $50
Dec. 17, 2017 $20
Jan. 6, 2018 $25
Jan. 25, 2018 $35
Feb. 15, 2018 $40
Mar. 1, 2018: Page 14 for details
Apr. 21, 2018 $40
May 13, 2018 $50
May 17, 2018 $40
Total Order Cost ______
To order, go to our website at: srsymphonyleague.org, or mail
check or credit card informa on to Santa Rosa Symphony
League, 50 Santa Rosa Ave, Ste. 410, Santa Rosa, CA 95404
Name _____________________ email _____________________
Address ______________________________________________
City, State, ZIP ________________________________________
Credit Card Type & Number ______________________________
E pira on Date _____Card Holder’s Name __________________
Signature _____________________________________________
Do you need a ride? Yes ___or No ___
You will receive a con rma on by mail or email
ues ons? Contact Su anne Scheer: snscheer10 gmail.com
Join the Symphony League...
...and help their musical
futures hit the high notes!
The Santa Rosa Symphony League means so much to young Sonoma
County musicians. That’s because our mission is all about supporting
their musical education. As a League member, you’ll be part of a
can-do team sponsoring high-energy fundraisers including the Festival
of Parties and Sing-Along Messiah, bringing music to our schools and
benefiting the Santa Rosa Youth and Discovery Orchestras.
And being on the Symphony League is fun. You’ll meet and work
closely with men and women just like you—Sonoma County’s most
involved and vital professionals.
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