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 Greensboro Symphony Youth Orchestra Winter Concert – All Ensembles Sunday, February 16, 2025 6:30 – 7:45 pm Dana Auditorium | 710 Levi Coffin Drive More Details   Call for Nominations The Golden Note Award The Golden Note Award is presented to those Guild members who have made an outstanding service contribution to the Guild and to the community. Please send your nominations by April 1 via email to Elizabeth Heard, Chair of the Nominations/Awards Committee. This award is not necessarily given every year. If awarded, it will be presented at the Guild’s May General Membership Meeting. ___________________________________________________________________________    Fink’s Jewelers began in 1930 as Nathan Fink. As a starving pharmacist in the midst of the Great Depression, Nathan started pushing a jewelry cart around the streets of a small Virginia town. Today, Fink’s Jewelers is owned and operated by the third and fourth generation of the founding family, with customer service remaining the cornerstone of our philosophy. From our first store in Roanoke, Virginia, Fink’s Jewelers has now grown to include 12 locations throughout Virginia, North Carolina and Tennessee. Ike Savvas has been a valued member of our Fink’s family for 25 years, though his passion for fine jewelry began long before that! The secret to his success is his love for his customers and unsurpassed customer service. “I build relationships, my clients are my friends,” he says. There is nothing he enjoys more than helping people celebrate special moments in life with a gift that will be treasured forever. Visit Ike at Fink’s Jewelers in the Streets at Southpoint and see his passion for yourself! Ike’s email is [email protected]. | ||||
Officers Nominated to Lead Guild in 2025-2026! The Nominations/Awards committee is pleased to announce the following slate of officers for the next Symphony Guild year: President – Gigi Renaud President Elect – Laura Lorenz Secretary – Holly Stewart Treasurer – Mary Skenes Director of Operations – Barbara Key Director of Education – Amy Evans Director of Marketing – Jennifer Nowlin Director of Fundraising – Julie Haehn Presentation Ball Chair – Brooke Fields Nominations/Awards Chair – Rhonda Bentz Sponsor Liaison – Brenda Macfadden Past President – Rhonda Bentz Voting will take place at the May General Membership Meeting. Nominations may be made from the floor at that time, with Installation occurring at the same meeting. The committee wishes to thank these women for their willingness to serve! Elizabeth Heard, Nominations/Awards Chair ___________________________________________________________________________ A Memorable Guild Meeting and Luncheon at the O’Henry Hotel On January 23 we joined together for a GMM and luncheon in the elegant Pavilion Room of the lovely O’Henry Hotel. We are grateful for such a wonderful Guild community! It was a joyous occasion, made even more special by the presentation of the esteemed Barbara Cone Award to our very own Mary Ingram. Mary has been one of our most impactful leaders through the years, and we were thrilled to celebrate her well-deserved recognition! A heartfelt thank you to Dot Murphy for organizing and planning such a delightful event. We also extend our gratitude to Chris Eaton, Director of Development and Public Relations, for his engaging and informative talk. Chris provided valuable insight into the inner workings of our orchestra staff and gave us an exciting sneak peek into the upcoming 2025-26 season. With our new Maestro, Christopher Dragon, at the helm, and a fantastic lineup of programs and guest artists on the horizon, there is so much to look forward to!    _______________________________________________________________________________ Mary Receives the Barbara Cone Award! The Barbara Cone Award is a prestigious award designed to recognize individuals who have demonstrated exceptional dedication and service in the advancement of music in the community and promotion of the Symphony Orchestra. At the January Luncheon, Mary Ingram was recognized with this award! She has exemplified the highest standard of dedication to the Guild as leader that has worked tirelessly in every role she has undertaken. Mary, the Guild expresses gratitude and respect for your many contributions and service. We recognize your values of selflessness and perseverance! Congratulations!  __________________________________________________________________________ GSO Music Education Updates High School Tours are Underway! The Greensboro Symphony has begun its High School tours, bringing a unique mix of musicians and instruments to different schools across Guilford County. If you have a high schooler, ask them about their experience with the Symphony—it’s a great way to spark conversation about the arts around the dinner table! __________________________________________________________________________  LEARN MORE BY CLICKING HERE! __________________________________________________________________________  We Need Volunteers! Elementary Concerts Coming Soon Each March and April, all third, fourth, and seventh-grade students in the Piedmont region experience the magic of live orchestral music through a dynamic performance by the full Greensboro Symphony. These Elementary School Concertsserve over 18,000 students from Guilford, Rockingham, Randolph, and Alamance Counties, as well as private school, homeschool, and out-of-county students. This event is one of the Guild’s greatest opportunities to give back—a chance to inspire young minds and foster a lifelong love of music and the arts. We need volunteers from 8am to 1pm at the Tanger Center on March 18, 19, 20, and 21 to help make these concerts a success! Even if you can only help for one day, your support makes a huge difference. Sign up today via the button below! Questions? Contact Amy Evans (336-580-2093) or Renee Angiulli (336-314-9130). SIGN UP TO HELP BY CLICKING HERE!  __________________________________________________________________________ Deb Mothers Celebrate the Year with Champagne Toast On Sunday, January 26, Guild member Peggy Hamilton graciously opened her beautiful home to host the 2024 Presentation Ball mothers for a final gathering. As pianist Michael Drusdow provided elegant music, guests enjoyed a champagne toast and reflected on the memorable season. Each mother received a special gift—a copy of the 2024 Presentation Ball video—to share with friends and family. A heartfelt thank you to Donna Camp, our 2024 Presentation Ball Chair, for organizing this wonderful event, and to all who attended. Guild member and recent Barbara Cone Award recipient, Mary Ingram, spoke about the many benefits of joining the Guild, reminding attendees that their honorary memberships will conclude in May. She warmly encouraged everyone to continue sharing their time and talents with the organization.   MORE PICTURES ON FACEBOOK – CLICK HERE! __________________________________________________________________________ Show Your Love This February! The Annual Education Campaign needs you! February is a time to celebrate love and hearts. Honor your special “heart” with a donation to the Annual Education Fund—a meaningful way to show your love while supporting music programs. Every contribution makes a difference. Consider giving in a loved one’s name or honoring someone special in your life! You can contribute online or mail checks to: GSG 2024 Education Campaign Greensboro Symphony Guild P.O. Box 10408 Greensboro, NC 27404 Thank you for your support! Jennifer Nowlin, AEC Chair  Donate by clicking HERE or on the button above! ___________________________________________________________________________ – New Gifts- Annual Education Campaign Julene and Richard Valitutto ___________________________________________________________________________ Golden Antiques & Treasures The Guild’s Booth (#11) at Golden Antiques and Treasures, 4237 US 220, Summerfield is decorated for Spring, as well as Valentine’s Day. We would appreciate your donations of spring decor, garden motif items, as well as lamps, pictures, mirrors, home decor and small furniture. Please contact Jan Cox for pick up or drop off at 336-382-1849 or [email protected]. Mark your calendars: Ladies Night is Thursday, March 6 from 6-9pm. This is a fun night of shopping with food and special beverages. The Community Yard Sale will be on April 12 from 7am-1pm. ___________________________________________________________________________  Thursday, February 6 10:30am – Noon President’s Room, Greensboro Country Club ___________________________________________________________________________   POPS Valentine’s Serenade ft. Daniel Emmet Friday, February 14 7:30pm, Tanger Center More Details  Youth Orchestra GSYO Winter Concert – All Ensembles Sunday, February 16 6:30pm, Dana Auditorium More Details Masterworks Elgar Cello Concerto ft. Brian Cheng Saturday, March 1 7:30pm, Tanger Center ______________________________________________________________ |
