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 General Membership Meeting & End of Year Cocktail Party This Thursday, May 8 — 5-7pm Carl Seager’s Home | 8 Elm Ridge Lane Induction of Guild Officers Golden Note Award Guild Donation to GSO Symphony  Save the Date— A Notable Night Saturday, November 22 — 7-11pm Proximity Hotel Mark your calendars now for the most highly anticipated event of Fall 2025! Tickets will become available for purchase soon. Get ready for an exotic adventure!   The Guild is honored to recognize I.T. Worx as a valued sponsor and trusted technology partner in our community. Founded by Jeffrey Loy in 1996,they began as Mac After Hours—a passion project providing after-hours tech support to clients with busy daytime schedules. What started as part-time quickly evolved into a full-service business. In 2002, I.T. Worx was officially established, offering comprehensive, multi-platform I.T. solutions for individuals and businesses across the Triad and beyond. They have grown to include two locations, each providing expert repair services and high-level I.T. support. Throughout their journey, I.T. Worx has remained committed to personal service, technical excellence, and community involvement, and their dedication has earned numerous accolades. With technology evolving rapidly, they continue to adapt and grow, ensuring their clients always have a dependable team on their side. Thank you, I.T. Worx, for supporting the arts and enriching our community. We’re proud to partner with you.  Making I.T. work is our only business. VISIT THEIR WEBSITE HERE | |||
Sponsor Appreciation Party The Guild sponsors were honored at a lovely gathering hosted by Ginger and Haynes Griffin on Thursday, April 17. Guests enjoyed a delightful evening of fellowship on the terrace, accompanied by delicious food and wine. We are deeply grateful for our sponsors’ continued support of music education in our community. Michael Drusdow, a Young Steinway Artist, provided beautiful piano music for our enjoyment. Chris Eaton, Director of Development and Public Relations at the Greensboro Symphony Orchestra, spoke about the upcoming concerts at the Tanger Center. He highlighted the Guild’s instrumental role in helping 16,447 students from three counties attend four days of concerts. Conductor Christopher Dragon did a fantastic job engaging the children with the orchestra’s performance. Many thanks to the Griffins for opening their home to us, and to the party committee for their efforts in making the event so special. A very special thank-you to our wonderful sponsors—your generosity enables us to continue supporting the talented musicians of the Greensboro Symphony Orchestra. We hope you’ll consider renewing your sponsorship next year!      ___________________________________________________________________________ Golden Antiques & Treasures  The Guild’s Booth (#11) at Golden Antiques and Treasures, 4237 U.S. 220, Summerfield, is restocking for the summer. We would appreciate your donations of spring and summer décor, garden motif items, small furniture, lamps, pictures, mirrors, window treatments, and home décor. Please remember us if you are downsizing! At this time, we cannot accept china, glassware, or silver-plated items. Jan Cox and Bonnie Cienek will be at the booth the third Thursday of each month to accept donations— or call Jan or Bonnie to arrange a pickup. Jan: 336-382-1849 or email Bonnie: 336-707-3706 or email ___________________________________________________________________________ Call for Nominations— Bravo Award  The Nominations/Awards Committee is requesting nominations for the Bravo Award. This award is presented to a Guild member in good standing who has been in the Guild five years or less and has given extensive volunteer service. The award will be presented at the Fall General Meeting. The recipient is selected by the Committee from names submitted by membership before the deadline of June 1st. Please send your nominations via email to Elizabeth Heard, Committee Chair. CLICK HERE FOR THE NOMINATION FORM ___________________________________________________________________________ Annual Education Campaign 2025 The Annual Education Campaign for 2025 has come to an end. We will announce the final numbers in the next newsletter towards the end of May. These donations enable our Guild to continue our mission to fund the educational programs of the Greensboro Symphony Orchestra. You have truly made a positive difference in the lives of many children and adults. The funds are used to support the Greensboro Symphony Orchestra’s education activities, which include: OrKIDStra – Biweekly music classes and annual chamber concerts for four-year-old children in Head Start programs. Lillian Rauch Beginning Strings Program – A partnership with UNCG String Education Department to bring group string lessons to underserved elementary schools. Greensboro Symphony Youth Orchestra (GSYO) and the Honors Quartet – Some performances have been given at the Presentation Ball or the Sponsor Appreciation Party. Education Concerts – over 4,000 students attend each day from five school districts in four counties – close to 20,000 students get to experience a concert written especially for them at the Tanger Center. We are extremely grateful to the donors listed below! Thank you to all who have supported the Annual Education Campaign! Jennifer Nowlin, AEC Chair The following list recognizes donations made through April 30, 2025: Rhonda and Xavier Barrett Teresa Beaupre, In Memory of Allen Goodson and JoAnna Bright Nancy Bogard Julie Brennan, In Honor of Mary Ingram Barbara Carter Louann Clarke Elizabeth and Bill Craft, In Honor of Laura Green Mary Beth Ebert, In Honor of Brenda Macfadden Debbie and Keith Faircloth, In Memory of Allen Goodson Brooke Fields and Vanessa Skenes, In Memory of Deborah T. Morgan Mary S. Fisher Peggy Follin, In Memory of Marion Follin Deborah Friedman, In Honor of The Brod Family Laura and Robert Green, In Memory of Michael Andrew Schlosser Michelle Haaf Peggy and David Hamilton Sherry Harris, In Honor of Ann Kroupa Lori Holt, In Memory of Joanne Schlaginhaufen Robin Kallam Jo and Jerry Kennedy, In Honor of Reggie Chapman Barbara Key Laura Kilmartin, In Memory of JoAnna Bright Andrea Knupp, In Memory of Barbara B. Judd Kim and Mark Littrell Sheila Phillips Rosemary and Bob Reed Catherine Rice In Honor of Garson L. Rice, Jr. Rebecca Schlosser In Memory of Anne Wilson Mary and Bob Skenes, In Honor of Vanessa Skenes Kristie and Greg Smith, In Memory of Allen Goodson Pam Smith Pam and Dennis Stearns Louise Stolaroff Sharon Sural Symphony Presentation Ball Committee, In Memory of Michael Andrew Schlosser Ellen Taft, In Honor of Mimi Morton Julene and Richard Valitutto Frances and Chuck Vinoski, In Memory of Michael Andrew Schlosser Mary Ann Vinson, In Memory of Mary Elizabeth Pillow Brooks and David Westerhoff Linda Wilson ___________________________________________________________________________  Love ‘N Music Fun A fun time was had by all at our annual Love ‘n Music Tennis Classic and Luncheon on Thursday, April 24 at Starmount Forest Country Club! The weather was great for fun social tennis. Tennis players and lunch guests enjoyed a great luncheon, along with numerous door prizes and great raffle items. Our lovely models, Phyllis Citron, Mary Ingram, Charley Lanza and Mary Rush showcased beautiful spring fashion provided by Guild Sponsor, DressCode Style. Our Lancôme ladies were there to provide special gifts for all. All of our tables had beautiful flower arrangements provided by Guild Sponsor, ABBA Design. Fantastic raffle items were provided by Guild Sponsors, Fink’s Jewelers, GIA: Drink.Eat.Listen, Quaintance-Weaver and TMRW Wealth. A heartfelt thank you to all who supported our event, including our 2025 Grand Slam, Champion and Smash sponsors: Grand Slam – Martha & William Murray Foundation; Champion – Brooke Fields of Allen Tate Realtors, Rosemary & Bob Reed, Stevenson Vestal–David & Joan Stevenson and Crumbl-Lawndale; Smash – Peggy Follin, Peggy & David Hamilton, Mary Ingram, Nancye Milam and Gigi Renaud. This event was such a hit thanks to Annie Hadgkiss for chairing this event and committee members, Pam Aikens, Brooke Fields, Julie Haehn, Sherri Hill, Brenda Macfadden, Nancye Milam and Vanessa Skenes. Thank you to everyone who came out and attended this fantastic and fun event.        ___________________________________________________________________________  On a perfect spring afternoon, the 2025 Symphony Presentation Ball Debutante Mother’s Wine & Cheese event took place on April 27 at the stunning home of Rebecca Schlosser. Guests enjoyed a delightful gathering, filled with warm conversation, delicious refreshments, and an air of celebration. The picturesque setting provided the ideal backdrop for this cherished occasion, where the mothers came together to toast to the season ahead. A lovely time was had by all as friendships were strengthened and anticipation for the Presentation Ball continued to build.    _____________________________________________________________________________  Masterworks Mozart’s Requiem Saturday, May 17 7:30pm, Tanger Center More Details  Youth Orchestra Spring Concert (All Ensembles) Sunday, May 18 6:30-7:45pm Greensboro Day Sloan Theater More Details  _____________________________________________________________________________ |
