by BarbaraP on May 11, 2010
On May 5, fifty members of the Opera Society were treated to spectacular views of Fort Lauderdale from the Top of Pier 66, at the Hyatt Regency Hotel, which was the site of the annual Installation Membership Luncheon. Ande Mayhue and Linda Balent graciously chaired the event.
Before the Installation Linda Balent presented outgoing president, Barbara Parent, with a lovely bracelet from the Board of Directors. Barbara thanked Linda and all of the board members and committee chairmen for all their support over the last two years.
Richard Freshwater, CFO of Florida Grand Opera, did the honors of installing the 2010-2011 Officers: Gloria Kline, President; Carol Frei, 1st Vice President; Eric Koskoff, Membership; Betty Young, Public Relations, Ruth Molina, Recording Secretary, Isobel Sturgeon, Corresponding Secretary and Linda Grabowski, Treasurer.
Having some fun with his former college professor, Rich presented Gloria with a crown and scepter. Gloria thanked Rich and announced that he would be leaving FGO to become the CFO of the Cincinnati Symphony. Gloria presented Rich with a parting gift and wished him well.
Robert Heuer, CEO and Managing Director of Florida Grand Opera, congratulated Gloria and the new officers, and spoke about the remaining opera for this season Carmen-and gave an explanation about the chairs on the set!
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by Linda Balent on March 25, 2010
On March 10th, more than 50 members of The Opera Society celebrated our annual Mad Hatter’s Tea at the Tower Club, organized by Chairmen Helena Caplan and Beatriz La Rosa, and their wonderful committee: Maria Maribona, Ruth Molina, Noorina Mirza, Fatos Mullen, and Betty Young, who underwrote the expenses. Guests were greeted by a beautiful display of hats for sale by Noorina Mirza as they sipped champagne and sampled delicious hors d’ouerves. Many ladies bought lovely hats! Noorina generously donated a portion of the sales back to The Opera Society.
After moving to the Tea Room, Nominating Committee Chair, Carol Frei, presented the slate of officers for next year, as approved by the Board of Directors. President, Barbara Parent called for a vote. The slate was unanimously approved. Our new officers for 2010-2011 are as follows:
President: Dr. Gloria Kline
First Vice President Ways & Means: Carol Frei
Second Vice President Membership: Eric Koskoff
Third Vice President Public Relations: Betty Young
Corresponding Secretary: Isobel Sturgeon
Recording Secretary: Ruth Molina
Treasurer: Linda Grabowski
After tasting different types of tea and nibbling on delicious sandwiches and scones with jam and cream, KayeLynne Northcutt began the hat competition. There were several categories, such as glamorous, historical, original design, and period, which guests chose to enter. Winners were chosen by our distinguished panel of judges Captain Donald Pizinger, Pina Ackerman, of Pina’s Boutique on Las Olas, and Jean DiBona. Enjoy the lovely pictures of the day!!
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