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Albert Nolen
Symphony sensational
Last Wednesday evening, Symphony of Southeast Texas Executive Director Doug Fair, SOST President Sandra Clark along with board and symphony supporters to an enchanted evening at the Downtown Event Centre. After cocktails and conversation, Clark presented Betsy Hines and Gary Hines with the Carlucci Award for their many talented years of contribution to the symphony. In the mix were Regina Rogers, Pat Klein, Terry Morris, Jo Vance, Mark Kubala, Betty Clarke, Allison and Mike Getz, Gisela Houseman, Cynthia and Michael Wolf, Karen and Mike Fuljenz, Kathe’ and Jim Hendricks, Grace Cordts, Sarah Ussery, Joanne Brown, Patti and Floyd McSpadden, Camille and Lowell Briggs, Mary Jane Benning, Barbara Baron, Linda and Joe Domino, Paula O’Neal, Barbara and Mike Warren, Frank Domino, Debbie Bishop, Tootsie Crutchfield, Kellye and Ty Badon, Rachel Grove, Nancy and David Grove, Brandon Williams, Becky and Rodney Ames, Jill and David Willard, Earl Hines, Laura and Craig Escamilla, Nancy and Larry Beaulieu, Hester Bell, Gayle Pugh, Karen Bourdier, Anne Winslow, Kathleen and John Nelson and too many more to mention.
Cleared for takeoff… The 20th annual Harvest of Hope Gala will honor Diane and Don Shaver on Thursday, Nov. 10, at the Shaver-Albanese Hangar at the Jack Brooks Airport beginning at 6 p.m. With the “Top Gun” theme, the event will feature dancing, live auction and live music by special guest Tracy Byrd. Guests will enjoy dinner provided by various local food trucks and restaurants. Michele and Mitch Smith, along with Stephanie and Bernie Daleo, are serving as the chairs of this year’s soirée. Committee members include Rev. Salvador Culotta, Elise Fulton-Smith, Gerri Giglio, Donna Harris, Gillan Jenkins, Mark Kubala, Jo Beth Jenkins, Suzanne Maloney, Carole Mattingly, Mandy Mazzola, Camille Mouton, Lisa and Sam Parigi, Jamie Pope, Pat Sherlock, Nicole Saba, Gay Scott, Shelley Tortorice, Coquese Williams, Gina Winegar and Karen Wortham. For sponsorship information and early reservations, please call the Catholic Charities of Southeast Texas at (409) 924-442 or view catholiccharitiesbmt.org. See you there!
Talented venues… Beaumont Community Players will present the American classic “Frankie and Johnny in the Clair de Lune” by Terrance McNally from Oct. 21 through Nov. 5 at the Betty Greenberg Center for Performing Arts. This romantic and visceral play is directed by BCP Executive Director John Manfredi. The matinee performance on Oct. 29 will have American sign Language interpretation. Also on Saturday, the mighty Lutcher Theater kicks off their 43rd season with “R.E.S.P.E.C.T.” an electrifying tribute celebrating the legendary Aretha Franklin. This joyous concert event will play for one night only. Be there!
Gettin’ spooky with it… the 2nd annual Historic Magnolia Cemetery Tour will be held on Thursday, Oct. 20, from 4:30-6:30 p.m., and Saturday, Oct. 22, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.. The purpose of this tour is to promote the rich history of our area through the lived experiences of our past residents.
Our special Rose… Duchess Jacqueline Adams participated in the Tyler Rose Festival with their year’s theme, “Empires of Enchantment.” Her incredible address was called “Mosaic” and she was introduced with the Colbie Caillat’s song, “Brighter Than the Sun.” Her escort, Duncan Reynolds of Fort Worth, is the nephew of former Beaumonter Fantasy Serratt Reynolds. Betsy and Michael Jenkins graciously sponsored Jacqueline. Enjoying the weekend festivities were Tonya and Mitch Toups, Alexandra Adams, Justin Essex, Misty and Gilbert Adams III, Julianna and Chris LeBlanc, Marilyn and Gilbert Adams Jr., Hannah Dockens, Emma Sanford, Tammy and Scott Crutchfield, Laurie and Shea Kent, along with other family members and Kappas from Baylor University. Congrats from making your hometown proud!
News of I do’s... Congrats to newlyweds Patrice Thibodeaux and Robert Bertrand and Evee Byrd and Jace Stovall on their recent marriage mergers.
Happy anniversary… to Amanda and Garrett Syphrett (4 years), Lindsay and Steve Zummo (13), Tonya and Mitch Toups (13), Laura and Craig Escamilla (16), Kelli and Qamar Arfeen (19), Gale and Tony Colletti (43) and Cindi and Phillip Battaglia (50). Congratulations!
Candles and cakes… belated best to Zona Jones. Bday wishes to Jan Pearce, Jan Hallmark, D’awn Beaver, Marsha Mabry, Tony Gibson, Albert Williamson, Jerry McMillan, Catherine Cook, Bob Edson, John Pat Parsons, Brennan Doty, Brandi Claybar, Stephanie Daleo, Tim Ferguson, Martha Bruce, Mike Berryhill, Kelli Trevino, Darlene Verde, Janey Phelan and Don Maloney.
Until the next RSVP!