The Cooper Institute’s 40th Anniversary Luncheon: Celebrating Generations of Wellness with Tom Brokaw Benefiting The Cooper Institute

Celebrated and award-winning journalist and author Tom Brokaw will be the keynote speaker at The Cooper Institute’s 40th Anniversary Luncheon Thursday, April 29 at the Hilton Anatole – Khmer Pavilion. This Celebrating Generations of Wellness Luncheon chaired by Carol Seay and Ray Hunt will honor Dr. Kenneth Cooper who is recognized as the leader of the international physical fitness movement and is credited with motivating more people to exercise in pursuit of good health than any other person. He is also the Founder and Chairman of The Cooper Institute. NBC 5 News Anchor Jane McGarry will serve as Mistress of Ceremonies.

Chance tickets for one spectacular Super Bowl XLV package will be available for purchase. The winner will get two tickets to the game, two nights lodging at the Cooper Guest Lodge, dinner for two at Fearing’s and transportation to and from the Cooper Guest Lodge and Cowboys Stadium. Only 1,000 tickets will be sold. Tickets are $150 each or four for $500. Winner will be drawn at the event and you do not need to be present to win. To purchase raffle tickets, please visit or contact Connie Tyne at 972-341-3280.

Proceeds benefit The Cooper Institute’s current research and education programs, including their top priority to stem the tide of childhood obesity – changing lives for future generations.

Individual Patron tickets are $300 to $5,000 each. Sponsorships are $1,750 to $50,000 per table. Individual tickets are $175 per person. For more information or to attend the event, please contact Mary Westfall at 214-969-0090 or mwestfall@malakoffpartners.com.

3rd Annual Stiletto Strut Benefiting the American Heart Association

Strut for the American Heart Association Thursday, April 29 at Neiman Marcus Downtown for the 3rd Annual Stiletto Strut from 6 to 9 pm. In addition to cocktails and nibbles from The Zodiac, women will strut around the block in their sassy stilettos alongside Chairmen Lynn McBee and Anne Stodghill and Honorary Chairmen Peggy Sewell and Jacquelin Sewell. Two VIP Loafers, Mayor Tom Leppert and NM Fashion Director Ken Downing, will be on hand to kick off the event. During the strut, men can hang out in the Loafers Lounge and bid on premier auction packages. And to keep the energy and bidding going, there will be two Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders cheering buyers on all evening!

The Gene and Jerry Jones Family Charities donated a VIP package for four to Dallas Cowboys Training Camp for a day including a behind-the-scenes tour and stay at the team hotel. There is also an Ultimate Golfing Package that includes a round of golf at Dallas National, Brook Hollow Golf Club and a steak dinner paired with wine and/or scotch at the Petroleum Club donated by Lynn and Allan McBee and Anne and Steve Stodghill.

Chance tickets are also available for $50 each or five for $200. The four packages are his and her Michele Sport Sail watches, a two-month membership at Equinox for two including massages and a private class for you and 15 friends, a one-night stay at The Joule including dinner for two at Charlie Palmer and then for eight one Friday evening at a reserved table in PM’s plush lounge that includes a bottle of premium liquor and an Ippolita necklace of 18 gold and diamond charms. There is also a $100 Chance ticket package to select a new pair of shoes every month for six months at Neiman Marcus Downtown. Winners will be drawn at this event and you do not need to be present to win.

Proceeds benefit the American Heart Association. Founded in 1924, the American Heart Association today is the nation’s oldest and largest voluntary health organization dedicated to building healthier lives, free of heart diseases and stroke. These diseases, America’s No. 1 and No. 3 killers, and all other cardiovascular diseases, claim nearly 870,000 lives a year. Each year, the American Heart Association invests millions in research, professional and public education, advocacy and community service programs to help all Americans live longer, healthier lives. To learn more, call 1-800-AHA-USA1 or visit americanheart.org.

Individual tickets to Stiletto Strut start at $250; $125 for those under 30 years of age. Sponsorships are $25,000 to $500? For more information, please contact Lauren Church at 214-748-7212 or Lauren.church@heart.org.

Cattle Baron's Casino Party Presented by BBVA Compass Benefiting Cattle Baron's Ball

Ante-up for the Cattle Baron’s Casino Party Presented by BBVA Compass Friday, April 30 at Trece Mexican Restaurant. Chairmen Jenna Alexander and Rozalyn Colombo have made “An Evening in Monte Carlo” the swankiest soiree in town.

While enjoying special Milagro and Stoli cocktails and scrumptious treats from Trece’s kitchen, guests can try their luck at Blackjack, Texas Hold Em, Roulette, Craps and the slot machines. High rollers can place their bets in the Nancy and Richard Rogers Room.

Adjoining Trece will be a silent auction tent filled with a bevy of fabulous items such as a stay in the Encore Hotel, Las Vegas, an Aspen package that includes dinner for two to Ute City Grill and two tickets to JazzAspen and a Gil Swisa gift basket of the finest facial and skincare products from the Dead Sea.

And to make it even more fun, one of Dallas’ Top 10 DJs, Lucy Wrubel will be there spinning tunes. Last year guests including Kristi Hoyl, Julie Turner, Amy Turner, Leisa Street, Judy Duke Miller, Ashley Lyon and Laurie and Wade Phillips danced late into the night.

This Casino Party is one of the events for Cattle Baron’s Ball, the world’s largest single-night fundraiser for cancer research through the American Cancer Society. Cattle Baron’s Ball is Saturday, October 9 at Southfork Ranch. With a Great State Fair theme, Chairman Kristi Hoyl has secured Alan Jackson and Jack Ingram to be the entertainers for the Ball. Cattle Baron's Ball has raised nearly $40 million in just 36 years in its ongoing pursuit of a cure for cancer. One hundred active volunteers are responsible for raising the funds that may make the ultimate difference in the lives of those who are coping with cancer.

Patron tickets for the Casino Party are $250 each, Players tickets are $500 each. A private poker table for eight is $7,500.

Cattle Baron’s Ball tickets are $750 each. Sponsorships available from $125,000 to $2,500.

For more information or to attend the both or either event, contact Samantha Hom at 214-443-9222 or cattlebaronsball@sbcglobal.net.

Park Place Volvo’s 2nd Annual “Day at the Races” Benefiting Lee Park & Arlington Hall

Spend a “Day at the Races” Saturday, May 1 at Lee Park & Arlington Hall for the 2nd Annual Derby Day event presented by Park Place Volvo. While munching on elegant Southern cuisine and sipping mint juleps, guests will enjoy a variety of activities. There will be cigar rolling for the gentlemen, a ladies hat contest, a best dressed contest, event photos, a silent auction, televised races, racing prizes, and pre and post race entertainment. This event organized by the Lee Park Junior Conservancy will be from 3:00pm – 7:00pm.

The Lee Park Junior Conservancy offers a variety of opportunities for young professionals to meet new people, expand their social and business network and raise awareness and funds for Lee Park & Arlington Hall.

Lee Park & Arlington Hall have been recognized for its beautiful urban parks and historical buildings. Arlington Hall is a premiere site for breakfast meetings, luncheons, weddings, corporate and other events. Lee Park has been the site of concerts, festivals, parades, recreational activities and private parties. Both are now under the care of the Lee Park & Arlington Hall Conservancy, a non-profit organization whose mission is the continued preservation and enhancement of both the park and hall as well as the grounds on both sides of Turtle Creek.

Tickets are $65 each or $100 a couple for members; $85 each or $125 a couple for non-members. VIP tickets are $125 each. For more information or to attend the event contact 214-521-2003 or leeparkconservancy.org.

Alzheimer’s Association A.W.A.R.E. Luncheon Honoring Don Meredith & Benefiting the Alzheimer's Association Greater Dallas Chapter

All-American champion and Dallas Cowboys legend Don Meredith will be honored at the Alzheimer’s Association A.W.A.R.E. Luncheon Wednesday, April 28 at the Fairmont Hotel Dallas. Chaired by DeDe Willis and Bonnie Jones, the sold-out luncheon, A Tribute to Don Meredith: An American Champion, will honor Don for his many contributions to the championship history of sports in the Dallas area and his groundbreaking television commentary.

Phyllis George, former Miss America and one of the first female sports broadcasters, will emcee the luncheon. Longtime friend and broadcasting colleague Frank Gifford, along with Roger Staubach, Bob Lilly and Walt Garrison, will present the program.

The annual luncheon is organized by the Alzheimer’s Women’s Association for Resources and Education (A.W.A.R.E.), a support organization of the Alzheimer’s Association Greater Dallas Chapter. The Chapter’s mission is dedicated to fighting Alzheimer’s through innovative programs, services, education, research and advocacy.

The Alzheimer's Association is the nation’s leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer care, support and research. Their mission is to eliminate Alzheimer’s disease through the advancement of research; to provide and enhance care and support for all affected; and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health. Their vision is a world without Alzheimer’s.

For additional information or to make a donation, contact 214-827-0062 or visit http://www.alzdallas.org/.

13th Annual Racing for Sight Benefiting the Retina Foundation of the Southwest

Place your bets at the Racing for Sight event Sunday, April 25 at Lone Star Park in Grand Prairie. There will be cocktails, a luncheon buffet, silent and live auction and of course race betting at this fun event chaired by Lynne and Deacon Marek. It takes place from 1:00pm – 5:00pm and is dressy casual. Nancy and Robbie Briggs are the Honorary Chairmen.

Racing for Sight benefits the Retina Foundation of the Southwest, an internationally renowned retina research institute. Their mission is to prevent and restore vision loss through innovative research and treatment. Scientists focus on age-related macular degeneration, the role of nutrition in vision, pediatric eye disorders and genetic eye research. All services are provided free of charge and must be referred by an ophthalmologist. Racing for Sight 2010 is dedicated to the memory of Thomas L. Anderson who was the Retina Foundation of the Southwest President from 1980 – 1992.

Individual ticket is $150 and a table for eight is $1,500. Sponsorships are available from $35,000 to $1,500. For more information or to attend the event, contact Jean Buys at 214-363-3911 X109 or jbuys@retinafoundation.org.

Art Ball Benefiting the Dallas Museum of Art

The Dallas Museum of Art will be transformed into a resort setting with the best French bistro cuisine and live entertainment playing throughout the evening for the Coastline-themed Art Ball this Saturday, April 24.

Chairman Melissa Fetter, who has raised an unprecedented $1.1 million in underwriting, will welcome guests to the cocktail reception and opening of the silent auction of art and luxury items presented by Neiman Marcus. As an added bonus, purchases made in the silent auction will be eligible for Neiman Marcus InCircle Points! Patrons at this elegant black tie event will also get a private preview of the DMA exhibition Coastlines: Images of Land and Sea which opens the same evening. This is the first time the Art Ball and an exhibit opening has been on the same evening.

After the reception guests will enjoy a seated dinner and the event’s signature Live Auction. The event concludes with a late night party set in the "Beach Club".

Proceeds benefit the Dallas Museum of Art. The DMA has a proud history of serving the North Texas community and connecting art and people, and welcomes over 600,000 visitors each year. The Museum was established in 1903 and features an outstanding collection of more than 24,000 works of art from around the world, from ancient to modern times. In 2008, the Museum opened the Center for Creative Connections, a ground-breaking space devoted to presenting interactive experiences with art for all generations and learning styles to explore and begin their journey into the collections. One of the distinguishing features of the Museum is its varied and dynamic programs, events, and exhibitions to engage visitors more fully with the art.

Sponsorships are available from $2,500 to $100,000. For tickets or for more information, please contact Jennifer Wisler at 214-922-1353 or ArtBall@DallasMuseumofArt.org.

The 22nd Annual Mad Hatter’s Tea Party Benefiting the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden

The most fun, elaborate and creative hats will adorn ladies’ heads at the 22nd Annual Mad Hatter’s Tea Party on Thursday, April 22 at the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden. The Divas and Dahlias event chaired by Sharon Ballew will begin with a champagne reception, silent auction, entertainment and hat judging. One of last year’s winners, D’Andra Simmons is the Honorary Chairman.

The judges faced with the difficulty of selecting the winners in five categories are: Shirin Askari – Designer, Project Runway, Sarah Eveans – Associate Editor D Magazine and
Steve Kemble – America’s Sassiest Lifestyle Guru.

The hat categories are:
Kudos from Carolina - Most Creative
Raves from Ralph - Best Vintage/Elegant
She Fell Off Her Choos - Most Whimsical/Outlandish
St. John’s Dazzling Dahlias - Best use of Dahlias/Botanical
Divine Diva - Best of Show

Guests will also be treated to a fashion presentation produced by Jan Strimple. Gorgeous fashions from Carolina Herrera, Jimmy Choo, Ralph Lauren and St. John of Highland Park Village will be featured.

In addition, the winners of the Chance tickets will be drawn. If you would like tickets, you will want to purchase it before the Luncheon as they will not be sold at the event. The fabulous chance ticket items are:
- $2,000 Highland Park Village gift certificate that can be used at all stores. Donated by Highland Park Village
- Jimmy Choo fine leather designer handbag in Napa Yellow, fringed with studded stars. Donated by Jimmy Choo. Value: $1,295
- Exclusive Chef’s table for eight at Lone Star Park in Grand Prairie. Donated by Lone Star Park. Value $665
$1000 Carolina Herrera (HPV) gift certificate. Donated by Carolina Herrera
- Designer, one of a kind Aquamarine cut glass & fresh water pearl necklace by Love It. Donated by Love It. Value $585

This chic ladies’ event is the signature fundraiser of the Women’s Council of the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens presided by Kathy Cothrum. For the past twenty years, the major goal of the Women's Council has been the design, construction, funding and endowment of a garden at The Dallas Arboretum. A Woman's Garden is now a reality. Phase I opened in September 1997 and Phase II in March 2006.

Individual tickets are $150, $250, $500 and $1,000. Sponsorships are $20,000 to $2,500. For questions or to attend the event, please contact Sharon Ballew at 214-282-1595.

22nd Annual Beyond the Rainbow Luncheon & Fashion Show Benefiting the Children's Cancer Fund

Children undergoing cancer treatment at Children’s Medical Center Dallas, as well as survivors of cancer, will be wearing big smiles and a new outfit from Dillard’s as they walk down the runway for the 22nd Annual Beyond the Rainbow Luncheon & Fashion Show Friday, April 23 at the Hilton Anatole. They will be escorted by celebrities such as Roger Staubach, Troy Aikman, Mike Modano, Randy White, Drew Pearson, Gymnast Nastia Luikin, Daryl Johnston, Janine Turner, Rudy Gatlin, Kellie Rasberry, Dallas SWAT Team, Dallas Firefighters, The Toothfairy and Barney. With the children’s excitement of wearing their new outfit they selected and walking with their favorite celebrity, this luncheon provides a heartwarming experience and is aptly themed: Bright Stars. Bright Hope.

Chaired by Marisa Huckin and Adelina Kainer, the event begins with a VIP champagne reception and silent auction. Honorary Chairmen Roger Staubach and Troy Aikman and the rest of the celebrity escorts will be there to mingle with the guests and sign autographs for the children.

Afterwards the 1,000 guests will proceed to the ballroom where the Mistress and Master of Ceremonies Clarice Tinsley and Steve Eagar from Fox 4 News will kick-off the luncheon and fashion show produced by Rhonda Sargent Chambers. And after the runway show, Janine Turner and daughter Juliette will conclude the event with a duet!

Proceeds benefit the Children’s Cancer Fund (CCF) which was founded in 1982 by a coalition of parents whose children were receiving cancer therapy at Children’s Medical Center Dallas. CCF is dedicated to finding a cure for childhood cancer by providing funds to the Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders at Children’s Medical Center Dallas and The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas for programs and research relating to the prevention, treatment and cure of childhood cancers and to improving the quality of life for pediatric cancer patients and their families.

A table of ten is $1,250; individual ticket is $150. Sponsorships available from $50,000 to $1,500. $100 Angel tickets also available – they are donated to the families of children participating in the event who are financially unable to purchase a ticket. For more information or to donate, please contact Camille Mauritzen 972-664-1450 or Camille.cain@gmail.com.

16th Annual Celebrity Waiter Gala Presented by Nancy C. and Richard R. Rogers Benefiting the Child Abuse Prevention Center

The guests of the 16th Annual Celebrity Waiter Gala this Saturday, April 17 at the Hotel Palomar may have their wine glasses filled or their salads served by local celebrities such as Fashion Designer Abi Ferrin, Fashionista Rhonda Sargent Chambers, WFAA-TV’s Shay Geyer, Restaurateur Pat Snuffer, Restaurateur Jimmy Fell, Singer Janie Fricke or Uncle Julio’s Todd Conger. Presented by Nancy C. and Richard R. Rogers this event is always so much fun as the local celebrities entertain their table guests and try to get them to tip big as the waiters donate their tips back to the beneficiary, the Child Abuse Prevention Center.

Chairmen April and Sam Spicer and Celebrity Chairmen Diane and Daryl Johnston will mingle with their guests during the cocktail hour where the always popular and energetic DJ Lucy Wrubel will spin tunes. During this time, an array of fabulous silent auction items will be available for bidding.

After placing their bids, guests including Honorary Chairmen Sharon and Al Gonzales and Julie and Steve Rado will proceed into the ballroom for the seated dinner. Amidst the entertainment and being served by their celebrity host, posh patrons can bid on wonderful live auction items. An unlimited number can sponsor a child for $500 in the Fund the Need section of the live auction. In addition, George Ellis will be presented with the Spirit of Compassion award.

The evening will conclude with dancing and entertainment to Cuvee, one of my favorite local bands.

The Child Abuse Prevention Center’s mission is to break the cycle of child abuse by equipping parents and caregivers for success. They have four educational and counseling programs for families at risk for abuse. The Center works to empower its clients by teaching positive parenting methods and supporting parents in strengthening their families emotionally, economically and socially. The CAP Center is a key provider of prevention services for at-risk children and families in Dallas County.

Tickets are $250 each. Sponsorships available from $25,000 to $1,000. For more information or to attend the event, please contact Tiffani Oltmanns at toltmanns@excap.org or 214-370-9810.

7th Annual WINGS Luncheon Benefiting New Friends New Life

Only a few seats are left for the 7th Annual WINGS Luncheon on Tuesday, April 13 at Union Station!! Chairmen Robin Bagwell and Ashlee Kleinert and Honorary Chairman Pat Smith will welcome guests to this fun luncheon catered by Wolfgang Puck.

New York Times Bestseller Author, Greg Mortenson is the keynote speaker. He is the co-author of Three Cups of Tea and author of Stones into Schools: Promoting Peace with Books, Not Bombs, in Afghanistan and Pakistan.

Greg is in the process of building schools in remote, terrorist-ridden areas of Pakistan and Afghanistan, so that children can have the chance for learning and education. He believes education is the key to ending terrorism once and for all.

New Friends New Life is a faith-based agency whose mission is to help women working in sexually oriented businesses find conventional employment and build healthier lives for themselves and their children. Their clients (protégés) are encouraged to further their education and/or career training. In addition, NFNL partners with other agencies to provide legal, medical, educational opportunities and personal counseling to the protégés. They also provide them with life-skills training and biblical principles. If financial assistance is provided, it is for rent, utilities, childcare, transportation and other basic needs.

Individual tickets are $125 each. For more information, contact 214-965-0935.

"Make the Break" from Domestic Violence 5K Competitive 1 Mile Fun Run Benefiting Genesis Women's Shelter

“Make the Break” from Domestic Violence this Saturday, April 10 with a competitive 5K or fun 1 mile walk/run at Reverchon Park and the Uptown area. Bring the kids and join Chairmen Stephanie and Danny Hardeman and the Genesis Shareholders in this festive family event that includes a post-race celebration with live music, a bounce house, Kidz K and other fun activities! Presented by Vitamin Water, Run On!, Mix 102.9, Pinkberry and Tom Thumb, this 5th annual event is focused on celebrating families and raising awareness of the tragic cycle of domestic violence.

Hosted by the Genesis Shareholders, they are an auxiliary group of 200 young women and men dedicated to supporting the mission of Genesis Women’s Shelter by increasing awareness of domestic violence and supporting children who reside in Genesis’ residential facilities.

For twenty-five years, Genesis Women’s Shelter has been committed to providing quality safety and shelter to battered women and their children through crisis intervention and short-term crisis therapeutics and to reducing the occurrence of violence against women and children in the greater Dallas area. Genesis Women’s Shelter is also committed to raising the level of community awareness regarding the pervasiveness and effects of domestic violence. The organization has provided free and confidential counseling and case management to over 25,000 women and children in the last twenty-five years. Visit www.genesisshelter.org for more information.

Registration is $35 for an individual runner. Sponsorships available from $5,000 to $250. To participate, day of registration begins at 7:00 a.m. For more information, please call 214-389-7700 or visit http://www.genesisshelter.org/.

19th Annual Côtes du Coeur International Fine Wine Auction & Celebrity Chef Dinner Benefiting the American Heart Association

Ten of the nation’s leading wine sommeliers along with 30 world-renowned wineries will join 18 of Dallas’s top chefs at the 19th Annual Côtes du Coeur International Fine Wine Auction and Celebrity Chef Dinner Saturday, April 10 at the Hilton Anatole. Over 1,200 guests will enjoy a five-star dinner with wine pairings as they visit the food stations by celebrated chefs such as Richard Chamberlain (Chamberlain’s Steak & Chop House, Chamberlain’s Fish Market Grill), Jim Severson (Sevy’s), Kent Rathbun (Abacus, Jasper’s and Rathbun’s Blue Plate Kitchen), Marcus Strietzel (The French Room), Kerry Simon (Lounge at Palms Place, Las Vegas), David Holben (Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steak House) and Scott Romano (Charlie Palmer at the Joule. For a complete list of chefs, wineries and sommeliers, please visit http://www.dallaswineauction.com/.

A highlight of the evening is Côtes du Coeur’s unique live auction featuring some of the most exclusive and coveted food and wine experiences including a trip to France with a stay in a private villa along with special guest Philippe Blanck accompanied by a tasting of Blanck wines and a package including a Blend Your Own 95+ Point Cab with Crushpad and a trip for four to Napa Valley with a private blending session. The event also features an unparalleled silent auction of 2,000+ types of wines. The evening will conclude with dancing and dessert hosted by the American Heart Association’s young professionals group, Young at Heart.

Chaired by Timothy R. Wallace, Chairman, CEO and President of Trinity Industries, Inc. the last two years, this event which benefits the American Heart Association brings prominent business and community leaders, celebrities, dignitaries, wine industry leaders, wine collectors, physicians and medical professionals together.

In addition, two awards will be given that evening. The first recipient is renowned French wine maker Alfred Tesseron of Château Pontet-Canet who will be honored with the 2010 Tête de Cuvée Award. Alfred is a third-generation wine-maker and co-owner of the renowned Bordeaux winery, Château Pontet-Canet, one of 61 wineries in the prestigious Bordeaux Wine Official Classification of 1855. Second, Dallas businessman Ron Haddock will receive The American Heart Association’s inaugural One-in-a-Million award for his volunteer service. During the past nine years, Ron has worked at the local, regional and national levels of the American Heart Association to increase executive involvement as well as overall support for the fight against heart disease and stroke.

Since 1992, Côtes du Coeur has attracted more than 15,000 people and raised more than $11.7 million for cardiovascular research and heart-health education. Cardiovascular disease and stroke are the number one and number three killers of all Americans claiming close to 870,000 American lives each year. Funds raised by Côtes du Coeur and other heart balls around the country have enabled the AHA to achieve its 2010 impact goal of reducing cardiovascular disease and stroke by 25 percent. The AHA now looks towards its 2020 Impact Goal to reduce deaths from cardiovascular diseases by an additional 20% while further increasing the general cardiovascular fitness of Americans by 20%.

Founded in 1924, the American Heart Association today is the nation’s oldest and largest voluntary health organization dedicated to building healthier lives, free of heart diseases and stroke. These diseases, America’s No. 1 and No. 3 killers, and all other cardiovascular diseases, claim nearly 870,000 lives a year. Each year, the American Heart Association invests millions in research, professional and public education, advocacy and community service programs to help all Americans live longer, healthier lives. To learn more, call 1-800-AHA-USA1 or visit americanheart.org.

Tickets are still available and for more information, please contact Nancy Wolff at 214.748.7212 or Nancy.Wolff@heart.org.

Savor the Symhony Benefiting the Dallas Symphony Orchestra

“Savor the Symphony” on Saturday, April 10 at the Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek for a cocktail reception followed by a five-course dinner paired with wines. Chairmen Jennifer Lott Smit and Jamie Singer have created a fun and fabulous evening that includes a Live and Silent Auction, a Cork Pull, a Raffle and dancing to the Hunter Sullivan Band. For this special tenth anniversary black-tie event, Diane and Hal Brierley are the Honorary Chairmen.

Over 150 wines will be available in the Cork Pull for $25. An engraver will also be on-hand to engrave the pulled wine bottle which will make it a wonderful keepsake!

In addition, there are four raffle prizes available. Tickets are $30 each or four for $100 and you do not need to be present to win. The four packages are:
- Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek Package for two - includes a one-night stay, a bottle of champagne in-room or two specialty cocktails in the Mansion Bar and a three-course dinner in the restaurant. Donated by the Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek. Value $425.
- Dallas Symphony Orchestra Summer Casual Series Tickets – Subscription for four seats in the Orchestra Terrace for the Dallas Symphony Orchestra Summer Casual Concert Series. Donated by the Dallas Symphony Orchestra. Value $600.
- Michele Ladies Deco Diamond Dial Watch with Scarlet Patent Leather Strap - twelve sparkling diamonds mark the hours on this Deco Day timepiece. Swiss chronograph movement along with signature Michele touches completes the look. The scarlet patent leather strap is interchangeable with any 18mm Michele strap. Donated by Kristin and Jeff Baker. Value $765.
- Private Wine Tour and Tasting at the Messina Hof Winery and Resort in Texas for 20 guests – includes ground transportation, lunch and private tour. Round-trip air transportation for two also included. Donated by Messina Hof and Mark Ruff. Value $1,750.

Savor The Symphony is one of the signature fundraisers of the Élan Circle, the women’s under 45 auxiliary group for the Dallas Symphony Orchestra. Led by President Jennifer Tobin, the Élan Circle, offers members a chance to participate in a variety of community service, educational and social programs for the DSO. For more information on membership, please visit www.elancircle.com. Proceeds from Savor The Symphony benefit the Dallas Symphony Association and its Education & Community Engagement Programs.

Individual tickets are $250 each. Sponsorships are available from $20,000 to $1,000. For more information or to purchase tickets, please contact Jennifer.smit@clubmarketing.com or Jamie Singer at Jamie.m.singer@gmail.com.