2019-2020 Encore Affair Brochure

encore affairs 2019-2020 TO BENEFIT THE WILLIAMSBURG SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA



Encore Affairs 2019-2020 Welcome to the fourteenth year of Encore Affairs—a series of special events to benefit The Williamsburg Symphony Orchestra. The Williamsburg Symphony Orchestra League is very proud to financially support the Symphony’s educational programs and the outstanding concerts it provides for our community. Check our website@ www.williamsburgsymphony.org/league for additional updates of future events and join us for this season’s Encore Affairs! Ken Mitchell League President The up-coming season of Encore Affairs is ready to go with a fantastic variety of events for all! You can enjoy everything from fabulous dinners and cocktail parties at private homes or the Trellis restaurant to a bus trip to the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts in Richmond! See the reservation pages at the end of this publication to sign up for your favorite events. We look forward to having you join us for another amazing Encore Affairs season. Georgianna S. Avioli Encore Affairs Chair

Sponsorship Opportunities Encore Affairs is a delightfully fun way to support The Williamsburg Symphony Orchestra League’s mission to provide financial and volunteer support to The Williamsburg Symphony Orchestra. Our professional orchestra goes far beyond the entertainment of our concert attendees to provide educational outreach to local children. As our orchestra grows, the Encore Affairs program strives to grow along with it. The community benefits from our orchestra. And Encore Affairs benefits from local financial support to help us achieve our goals. Please consider becoming a sponsor this year. Benefits: All donors will receive formal recognition at the event (verbal & signage) and in League PR materials, including the newsletter and the Symphony website. And as a 501(c)(3) organization, a significant portion or all of your sponsorship donation to the League is tax deductible. Sponsorship Amount Benefit for Event Ticket Benefit for Event Ticket Prices $75 and Under Prices Over $75 $1000 4 Tickets & Recognition 2 Tickets & Recognition $500 2 Tickets & Recognition 1 Ticket & Recognition $250 Recognition Recognition You can also sponsor specific portions of events, such as transportation costs for our guest artists or musical accompaniment at one of our inti- mate dinners or casual gatherings. Opportunities abound! Contact: If you are interested in sponsoring an Encore Affair, please contact Georgianna S. Avioli at [email protected]. Thank you!

Affair No. 1 NOSTALGIC & DELIGHTFUL DINNER! with Toe-Tapping Entertainment featuring “Three Jolly Coachmen” Thursday, September 12, 2019 5:30 p.m. Fords Colony Sponsors: John J. & Georgianna S. Avioli Johanna & Michael Thompson … how long has it been since you’ve sailed on “The Sloop John B” ?? Well…ready the halyards and step the mast...because you’re in for a charming evening of a delicious dinner and nostalgic songs featuring the “Three Jolly Coachmen” at this wonderful Affair! Return to the ‘50s and ‘60s with this Kingston Trio tribute group as they take us on a ride with the ‘MTA,’ ‘Tom Dooley’ and perhaps into the ‘Tijuana Jail.’ Based in Williamsburg, Gary Allen, Joe Duggan and Greg Davy, supported by bassist Andy Petkofsky, faithfully reproduce the memorable music of the times with exuberance and joy. They’re bound to set your toes tapping and your memories exploding! The evening will begin with passed hors d’oeuvres and includes a cash bar. Delectable dinner choices of chicken, salmon, or vegetarian entrees are avail- able. (Please note your selection on the reservation page.) Don’t miss this wonderful evening of unforgettable dining packed with nostalgic, world-class music and memories! Limited to 50 guests $100 per person ($50 tax deductible) Dressy Casual

Affair No. 2 GRAND PRIX RACING, SHIPS, ART & FABULOUS MEDITERRANEAN CUISINE Tuesday, October 1, 2019 6:00-8:00 p.m. Colonial Heritage Hosts: Gulay & Clyde Berryman Step into the art and light-filled home of the Berrymans and be prepared for an amazing evening! Exquisite art and sculpture by Gulay paired with Clyde’s extensive collections of historic ship and Formula One race car models and dioramas will keep you mar- veling at their home’s diversity of culture. Clyde is a master tour guide of his collec- tions which you will find fascinating. View from Eze (Looking toward St. An artist of international renown, Gulay’s Jean Cap Ferrot) by Gulay Berryman artwork has been exhibited in Italy, France, Iceland and Switzerland, among other countries. She has received numerous awards internationally and in the United States. Equally talented in the kitchen, Gulay will ply you with exquisite wines and Mediterranean-style hors d’oeuvres throughout the evening. So pre- pare to be captivated by this creative and amazing art-filled Affair! Limited to 35 guests $65 per person ($30 tax deductible) Dressy Casual

Affair No. 3 VIRGINIA MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS A fascinating day of great art, lunch & fun! Day Trip to Richmond, VA Tuesday, October 29, 2019 Bus leaves: 8:30 a.m. promptly* - Returns: 3:00 p.m. Sponsors: Doug & Janis Wood Paul Try & Linda Kligman-Try … the mood is haunting….stark light and darkness portray the deceptive stillness of peo- ple silhouetted in city diners or offices…. New England lighthouses perch on cliffs high above crashing waves … These images are just some of the masterpieces created by one of America’s most celebrated realist artists—native son, Edward Hopper. Travis Fullerton: Virginia Museum of Fine Arts COPYRIGHT © Virginia Museum of Fine Arts And what a treasure—a Hopper exhibit is opening this fall at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts! The Hopper exhibit is optional for an extra fee of $12. (VMFA members can arrange their own free tickets.) This not-to-be-missed visit will start with a comfortable bus trip to Rich- mond. At 10 a.m. you’ll enjoy a private tour of museum highlights. Then you can tour the special Hopper exhibit if you choose or be free to wander through the extensive and remarkable collections of the entire museum. At 1 p.m. a private luncheon will be served to our group in the beautiful Marble Hall. What a perfect fall day trip. This Affair will be a highlight of the artistic year—and sure to fill up quickly—so don’t delay! Join us for this delightful artistic outing. Limited to 50 guests $75 per person ($35 tax deductible) Casual dress * Bus leaves at 8:30 a.m. sharp—so do not tarry!

Affair No. 4 CHEF’S KITCHEN I & II #I—Friday, November 15, 2019, 6:30 p.m. #II—Sunday, January 19, 2020, 5:30 p.m. Williamsburg Hosts: John & Wanda Gonzales One of our most popular Encores … the ever- enjoyable & delicious Chef’s Kitchen is back! Chef John Gonzales and his wife Wanda once again graciously offer John’s amazing culinary magic on two different evenings this season. Relax in the fall or cozy up in the winter with John and his staff as they provide delectable foods cooked right in front of you. During the eve- ning, you’ll enjoy Champagne, hors d’oeuvres, delicious wines, a four- course meal and dessert. At the request of our hosts, there will be assigned seating for each of these events. If you are registering as a group, please indicate those guests with whom you prefer to be seated. Every effort will be made to accommodate your party. These are extremely popular Affairs so do not delay! Limited to 27 guests $140 per person ($70 tax deductible) Dressy Casual Please note the following on your registration form: A. Any special food allergies or dietary restrictions B. Your usage of a walker or wheel chair

Affair No. 5 FESTIVE HOLIDAY PARTY ON THE CHICKAHOMINY! Friday, December 13, 2019 6:00-8:00 p.m. Governor’s Land Hosts: David & Carol Pulk Welcome to an evening of wonderful holiday festivities with the Pulks this year in their exquisite home on the Chickahominy River! The glow of sparkling holiday décor and 18 full- sized Christmas trees will provide a beautiful back- drop for this spectacular Georgian colonial home. You’ll be welcomed with a glass of Champagne to begin your evening. Wine, beer and soft drinks will also be served along with delicious hors d’oeuvres created by Custom Culinary Connection! Then you can wander through the home enjoying the decora- tions and holiday music or venture out onto the pool and patio/firepit area to view the lights of the Chickahominy bridge sparkling in the distance across the river. This is a lovely way to begin your holiday memories in beautiful style this season. Join Carol and David along with your friends and be prepared to enjoy a truly spectacular party! Limited to 100 guests $100 per person ($50 tax deductible) Festive Cocktail Dress

Affair No. 6 PRIVATE DINING IN STYLE AT THE FAMOUS TRELLIS Wednesday, January 29, 2020 6:30 p.m. Williamsburg Host: Susan Cicero, Manager Sparkling Wine Reception Sponsors: Doug & Janis Wood The fabulous Trellis at Merchants Square once again sets the stage for a remarkable evening of private dining! Manager Susan Cicero invites you to spend a memorable evening in Chef David Everett’s noted Trellis Restaurant for this very special Encore Affair. You’ll feel you’re in a medieval castle dining in The Trellis’ beautiful private dining room known as ‘the vault.’ The mas- sive granite table set against a wall of stunning stone provides a mystical backdrop for this elegant dining experience. Unique wooden chandeliers illuminate the room. You’ll begin with a sparkling wine reception courtesy of Doug and Janis Wood. Following an amuse bouche you will dine on an amazing four- course dinner with wine pairings, created especially for this charming event by Executive Chef Scott Hoyland. Enjoy a lovely evening of truly fine dining in grand style in one of Williamsburg’s most famous restaurants. What a wonderful way to begin your new year! Limited to 14 guests $125 per person ($60 tax deductible) Dressy

Affair No. 7 LE YACA FOR LUNCH—MAIS OUI! With Guest Speaker, Terrill Dobson Internationally known Licensed Medical Herbalist “Castles to Cottages–The Gardens of Scotland” Wednesday, April 15, 2020 12:00 noon Williamsburg April in Paris? No...April in Williamsburg! Gather your best friends and prepare to meet new ones to enjoy a delightful luncheon and fascinating guest speaker from Scot- land! Lunch at Williamsburg’s famous Le Yaca restaurant will in- clude not only a delicious repast but a very special presentation of “Castles to Cottages– The Gardens of Scotland” featuring Terrill Dobson. The National Organizer of Scotland’s Gardens Scheme, a charitable fund- raising organization begun in 1932 which promotes annual tours of stunning gardens, Terrill will present a virtual tour of gardens from picturesque cottages to stately castles. A graduate of the University of Virginia and the University of Cardiff, she lives in Logie, Scotland in a charming home built in 1510. She has been featured on the BBC and also champions her own fascinating field of the utilization of herbs for medical purposes. Along with this remarkable presentation, you will enjoy a delicious three-course meal selected from a menu featuring appetizers, one of three delicious entrée choices and a dessert. Beverages not included. What a refreshing way to enter spring. Don’t miss this delightful Affair! Limited to 48 guests $60 per person ($30 tax deductible) Casual

Affair No. 8 SUMMER BREEZE BRUNCH WITH WELL KNOWN LOCAL CHEF! Sunday, May 31, 2020 12:00 noon Kingsmill Hosts: Marc & Wilma Sharp ….spectacular views of Kingsmill’s world- class River golf course from a beautiful colonial home tucked away in a tree-filled glen will highlight a lovely day for you in May! Wilma & Marc Sharp invite you to join them for a delightful noontime brunch prepared for you by a well known local chef. A summer breeze has been ordered to soothe your brow while you enjoy drinks and delicious hors d’oeuvres on the spacious deck overlooking the famous River Course, home of the LPGA golf tournament at Kingsmill Resort. A delicious brunch will follow, created especially for this affair. What a delightful way to begin your summer festivities—an extremely unique and beautiful setting with a memorable brunch from a mystery chef. Don’t miss this very special Encore event! Limited to 30 guests $100 per person ($50 tax deductible) Dressy

RESERVATIONS ♪ Please review the reservation form for your choices of Affairs. Fill out all information completely and include your email address. ♪ Reservations will be accepted by U.S. mail only on a first-come, first-served basis (no phone reservations) and confirmed in the or- der in which they are received. If an Affair you request is sold out, you will be notified and you may choose to be put on a waiting list, make an alternate selection or receive a refund. ♪ Confirmation of your reservations, together with addresses and directions to the event(s) you have chosen, will be sent by email (unless you specify that you do not have an email.) ♪ Payment may be made by check (preferable) payable to the Williamsburg Symphony Orchestra League (WSOL) or by credit card. (A 3% processing fee will be added to all credit card charges.) Due to the extensive planning needed for each event, refunds will be made only for the exceptions noted below: • there are people on the waiting list to replace you, • emergency circumstances apply, or • you find a replacement for yourself. Although a refund will be issued for any of the above three reasons, we encourage you to consider: • a transfer of your payment to another event, or • make a tax-deductible donation to the WSOL. Questions? Contact Kim Tahey at [email protected] Encore Affairs constitutes a major component of the Williamsburg Symphony Orchestra League’s fund- raising activities. All net proceeds of Encore Affairs directly benefit The Williamsburg Symphony Or- chestra. We greatly appreciate your support! The Williamsburg Symphony Orchestra League is a charitable and educational organization established under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code (EIN 54-1756840).

 RESERVATION FORM Please complete this form fully. Print & mail the form with your payment to: Kim Tahey, 104 Montrose, Williamsburg, VA 23188 EVENT No. of Attendees Price Total 1. Delightful Dinner & Jolly Coachmen _______ $100/per person ______ Dinner Choice. # of: Chicken ______ Salmon ______ Vegetarian ______ 2. Grand Prix Racing & Ships Party _______ $65/per person ________ $75/per person ________ 3. Virginia Fine Arts Museum Trip _______ $12/per person ________ $140/per person ________ (opt.) Hopper Exhibit _______ $100/per person ________ $125/per person ________ 4. Chef’s Kitchen (circle) #I or #II _______ $60/per person ________ $100/per person ________ 5. Festive Holiday Party _______ 6. Private Dinner at the Trellis _______ 7. Le Yaca Spring Luncheon _______ 8. Summer Brunch with Mystery Chef _______ TOTAL RESERVATION BALANCE ENCLOSED $ __________ Optional deductible tax donation included — it always helps! $ __________ Please print carefully. Name _______________________________________________________________ Address ______________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ Phone ______________________________________________________________ Email Address REQUIRED (Please print clearly.) ________________________________________________________________________ Confirmation will be sent by email. (If no email available, confirmation sent by U.S. mail ) Please provide names and phone numbers of all guests attending on the following separate page. Enclosed is my check, payable to the Williamsburg Symphony Orchestra League, in the amount of $ __________________ - Or - Charge my credit card (circle one) MasterCard VISA American Express Print name as it appears on credit card: (3% processing fee charged) Name ______________________________________________________________ Signature ____________________________________________________________ Acct. No. ____________________________________________________________ Exp. Date ___________________ Security Code _________________

PLEASE PRINT NAMES &  PHONE NUMBERS OF GUESTS Affair No. 1: _________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________ Affair No. 2: _________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________ Affair No. 3: _________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________ Affair No. 4: _________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________ Affair No. 5: _________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________ Affair No. 6: _________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________ Affair No. 7: _________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________ Affair No. 8: _________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________

ENCORE AFFAIRS COMMITTEE Chair Georgianna S. Avioli Committee Members Patricia Grogg Barbara Buder Johanna Thompson Diane Carr Doug Wood Reservations: Kim Tahey Booklet Author: Lynda Sharrett THE WILLIAMSBURG SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA LEAGUE Officers Ken Mitchell, President Paul Try, Vice President Cathy Reed, Treasurer Recording Secretary, Kathy Irwin Marie Mamikonian, Corresponding Secretary & Membership Chair Directors Celia Adolphi Diane Carr Georgianna S. Avioli Sue Klepac Eloise Branden Debbie Monark Joan Brockenbrough Lynda Sharrett Doug Wood