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FRIENDS OF THE SYMPHONY


The Friends of the Monterey Symphony, an auxiliary of the Monterey County Symphony Association, is a voluntary organization devoted to the support and encouragement of the Monterey Symphony. The Friends of the Symphony was founded in 1955 and was formerly known as the Monterey County Symphony Guild. Proceeds from the Friends dues, donations, projects and events are contributed to the orchestra each year. During the 2008-2009 season, the Friends earned $102,000--the largest sum in its 53 year history!
 
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MEMBERSHIP

The membership of the Friends is open to any person interested in furthering the activities of the orchestra. All members receive invitations to an Annual Membership Tea, concert preview luncheons, fundraising projects, and special events. Members also receive the Directory which is updated each year. In addition, they benefit from the satisfaction of knowing that their efforts on the orchestra's behalf enhance the quality of cultural life of our region. We encourage everyone to join and participate.

The membership structure is as follows:

Platinum Friend $1,000
Gold Friends $750
Silver Friend $500
Bronze Friend $250
Business Membership $100
Couple $70
Individual $35
Membership Form (PDF) Download


CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Special Events
Opening Party Wednesday, October 13, 2010
Derby Day 2011 Saturday, May 7, 2011


LUNCHEONS
Reserve Your Place Today  
October Luncheon: Friday, October 15, 2010
November Luncheon Friday, November 12, 2010
January Luncheon Friday, January 21, 2011
February Luncheon Friday, February 18, 2011
March Luncheon Friday, March 18, 2011
April Luncheon Friday, April 15, 2011
May Luncheon Friday, May 20, 2011

If you're interested in learning more about the Friends' Luncheons, please contact the Friends' Desk at the Symphony Office at 831-645-1127 and we will return your call or via e-mail to info@montereysymphony.org.



PEOPLE OF NOTE

Board of Directors
Susan Britton, President
Betty Bunce
Cretia Butler
Betty Carpenter
Linda Dowd
Leslie Geyer Epps
Susan Gardner
Noreen Harrow
Marcia Hayes
Shirley Kiatta
Rebecca Kirk
Francine Kissler
Marjorie Knight
Sonia Lessard
Jackie Lynch
Sally Maggio
Betty Meyer
Marti Myszak
Sharon Pezzolo
Gwynn Romano
Virginia Ruth
Elizabeth Schneider
Pinkie Terry

Honorary Advisory Board
The Honorary Advisory Board was formed in 1978 to recognize the distinguished service of our most dedicated members. We are honored to list the following exemplary volunteers and continue to look to them for advice and leadership.

Elizabeth Bell
Elizabeth Schneider
Barbara March Smith
Alyce Nunes
Kay Waggoner

Presidents
Mrs. Madeleine Powers Leoni and Mrs. D. MacMillan Kerr 1955-1956 Interim
Mrs. Edward Blair Hackney 1956-1957
Mrs. Burton M. Doolittle 1957-1958
Mrs. Milton H. Shutes 1958-1959
Mrs. Rhea Diveley 1959-1961
Mrs. Doris G. Gill 1961-1962
Mrs. Frank G. Ringland 1962-1964
Mrs. Raymond M. Smith 1964-1965
Mrs. Carl E. Menneken 1965-1966
Mrs. George E. Fletcher 1966-1967
Mrs. Cecil H. Barker 1967-1969
Mrs. Thomas Avery Roper 1969-1971
Mrs. Roderick L. Dewar 1971-1972
Mrs. Avery Tompkins 1972-1974
Mrs. Hartley C. Dewey 1974-1976
Mrs. Robert F. McFarren 1976-1978
Mrs. Peter C. Wright 1978-1979
Mrs. Howard F. Healey 1979-1981
Mrs. Clarence A. Mitchell, Jr. 1981-1983
Mrs. John Roland 1983-1985
Mrs. John A. Andrews, Jr. 1985-1987
Mrs. Kenneth Booth 1987-1988
Mrs. Albert Taylor 1988-1990
Mrs. Steven E. Gunia 1990-1991
Mrs. John E. Titherington 1991-1993
Mrs. Harrison Robinson 1993-1994
Mrs. Alyce Nunes 1994-1996
Ms. Lucretia Butler 1996-1998
Mrs. Pam McGowin 1998-2000
Mrs. Nancy Hixon 2000-2001
Ms. Laura Kozel 2001-2002
Ms. Susan Forrester 2002-2004
Ms. Margaret Smith 2004-2006
Ms. Betty Carpenter 2006-2008
Ms. Susan Britton 2008-present
 


VOLUNTEER

There are many opportunities throughout the year in which volunteers can help the Friends and the Symphony. Here a just a few.

Leadership
● Sponsor a pre-concert Luncheon ($500)
● Host an event in your home: tea, musical gathering, recognition event
● Put together a table for the Gala Celebration, October 6, 2007

Committees
● Annual Membership Tea committee
● Gala Celebration committee
● Derby Day committee
● Collectibles Sales committee

Promotions & Mailings
● Distributing posters and flyers
● Invitations to Friends Luncheons and fundraisers
● Symphony concert mailings
             (includes addressing, folding, stuffing envelopes)

Invitations
● Design/development
● Assembling
● Addressing

Decorations
● Designing and assembling table arrangements
● Decorating and set-up for special events

Refreshments
● Donate wine
● Provide refreshments
● Pick-up and deliver donated refreshments

Raffle Ticket Sales
● Assist people in buying raffle tickets at various events

Courtesy Driver
● Provide transportation for non-driving members

Other
● Secure or donate auction and raffle items
● Computer assistance
● Simple artwork and layout
● Recruit new members

If you're interested in learning more about volunteering, please contact the Monterey Symphony at 831-646-8511 or via e-mail at info@montereysymphony.org.



   

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