THE PAWC I FASHION SHOW AND LUNCHEON WILL TAKE PLACE ON FEBRUARY 3RD 11AM TO 2PM!
Learn the backstage secrets behind the fabulous costumes of the Sarasota Opera at the January 13th luncheon.
Clothes make the man. Did you realize that clothes also make the drama? Costumes are meant to bypass language differences, convey crucial information about the drama and bring the characters to life.
A representative from Sarasota Opera Costumes Division will discuss their historic collection of over 30,000 fabulous costumes. Opera companies all over North America continue to use and rent these costumes. Renowned artists who have worn them include Luciano Pavarotti, Beverly Sills, Marilyn Horne, Norman Treigle and Stephanie Sundine.
Diverse, dramatic and painstakingly crafted, these costumes capture the ever-evolving spirit of the artform. Ornate costumes often involve elaborately brocaded garments festooned with lace and jewels. They use trims such as embroidery, fringe, paddings, puffs, slashings and panels. Sarasota is fortunate indeed to have the largest collection of opera costumes in North America. And the curators are bringing them to the PAWC!
Also at this luncheon, the PAWC Charity Committee is requesting school supplies for the Safe Children’s Coalition.
Cost of the plated luncheon is $30 for members and $35 for non-members. Reservations must be received by January 8th. Please contact Debi Frock at debi.gmhope@gmail.com and confirm your reservation. Checks can be mailed to Debi at: Debi Frock/ PAWC Lunch, 5718 Beaurivage Avenue, Sarasota, FL 34243 or leave at the PACC office. You can also use paypal www.PayPal.me/PalmAireWomensClub.
The PAWC I FASHION SHOW AND LUNCHEON will take place on FEBRUARY 3rd from 11AM to 2PM. This exciting show will feature the latest in spring fashions offered by Dillard’s and modeled by several surprise celebrity models. The Presidential Jazz Band at State College of Florida will offer live music while the "Hearts of Fashion" Silent Auctions will raise money for scholarships. Festive tables will be filled with members, neighbors, friends and families all coming together to benefit our community.
Dillard's, Inc. ranks among the nation's largest fashion retailers. The Company focuses on delivering trend-setting styles, service and value to its shoppers. Dillard’s has promised to showcase all the must-have spring trends adapted for its Sarasota clientele thus ensuring that the fashion show will be sensational.
Tickets are $65.00 including luncheon and are guaranteed to sell out early. Get your ticket or reserve a table for you and your friends. Register online via Eventbrite. If you prefer, checks should be sent to the PAWC Fashion Show, PO Box 21051, Bradenton, FL 34204 or left at the PAWC mailbox in the Palm Aire Country Club office. Payment must be received by January 24th. You can also pay via PayPal. Log in to PayPal and type in palmairewomensclub. This makes it easy to reserve your seat. Please contact Carolann Garafola at carolanngarafola1@gmail.com or 908-9221973 for more information and to confirm your reservation.
At the December luncheon, attendees were expecting holiday music and carols. What they received was a piano recital worthy of any concert hall. Award-winning pianist (and PAWC member) Dr. Marsha Kindall-Smith mesmerized her audience, playing works by Mozart, Chopin, Schumann and Work. Her performance was spellbinding, unashamedly showy and virtuosic. She also demonstrated her background in education by giving an insider’s look at the composers’ backstories.
After Marsha’s piano recital was completed , she was joined on stage by Debi Frock. The two led the audience through traditional holiday sing alongs. The audience then received another shock, Debi has been hiding an opera quality voice.
When you attend a PAWC event, you never know what to expect. At the Holly Jolly, hostess Carolann Garafola was startled by a knock on the door. She looked and saw one of Manatee’s finest. Was the party too loud, too many cars on the street, or did the grinch next door ( whose wife was attending) call in a complaint? None of these things. A party goer sat on her phone and made a pocket call. Since all was well, everyone had a good laugh and the party continued.
The Palm Aire Women's Club invites all to attend luncheons and get involved helping the PAWC grow. This allows the club to continue helping the community. Join us and check out opportunities for Friendship, Fun and "Giving Back". The PAWC Mix and Mingle events are especially popular. Each month different members host members, potential members and guests. It’s a fantastic way for present and future members to get acquainted. Don’t miss the next one. Please check emails for dates and times. Contact Debi Frock at debi.gmhope@gmail.com. to be included on the email list.
The PAWC cordially invites Palm Aire Country Club members to join the Women’s Club. Non country club members are also very welcome. Membership is open year-round more information, Contact membership chairs Linda and Laurie Greene at lindaegreene@yahoo.com or drlgreene@me.com . Also be sure to check the PAWC website, www.palm-airewomensclub.org. and the Palm Aire Women’s Club page on Facebook. Dues are $40 yearly.
A representative from Sarasota Opera Costumes Division will discuss their historic collection of over 30,000 fabulous costumes at the January 13th luncheon.