Golf, Gardens and Boomers
Spring events bolster profits for the Guild. forget that the HAF and FOT committees continue to meet over the next months and through the summer, preparing for these Fall 2016 events. Would you like to help in any way and get involved? And do you know anyone who would like to be a Sponsor for HAF or FOT? Please contact Karrie Houlton (HAF) or Carol Ann and Mark LaRoza ( FOT).
I am amazed how quickly this year has flown by. Thanks to all of youthe Guild board, and committee chairs and all of our great members. Together we do make a difference! Kathy Wilson, MOAS Guild President
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Anne Peacock Jacobs and MaryTeasley enjoy last year’s Annual Garden Party & Luncheon
pril and May are busy with Spring seasonal fund raising -- the Children’s Golf Classic April 11th , the Garden Party Luncheon April 12th and ending with the Boomer Bash in association with Armed Forces Day May 21st . So whether you are ready to play golf, plant your garden or just have a fun night of dancing to 60’s music, there is something for all our Guild members and friends. This year has truly exceeded our goals and expectations. Thanks to all our Guild members and guests who tirelessly volunteer time and talents to make each event a successful one. We are also thankful for the new members who have joined “in all our fun” to benefit
the Museum of Arts and Sciences, the Cici and Hyatt Brown Museum of Art, and the Charles and Linda Williams Children’s Museum.
To Renew Your Guild Membership by June 15, 2016! $35 as an Active Member
On page 3 of this edition of Musings is a 3/15/2016 YTD chart of this year’s net profits, by event. HARD WORK = BIG PROFITS. And we are not finished yet!!
April 17 | 1pm to 3pm Artful Interlude Sunday Brunch at River Lily Inn
In addition, there has been work by the By-laws committee, revising and updating the Guild’s By laws and Standing Rules. These changes will be addressed and voted upon at the May general meeting. So there is a lot happening before we take the Summer break. And do not
May 10 | 10am Last Guild Meeting May 21 | 6pm to 10pm Boomer Bash More info about these and other 2015-16 events on page 2!
2015-2016 Guild Event Calendar buffet. Musical entertainment will be provided by Art Cappucio. Reservations contact: Germaine Cupolo 386-672-9431 or gcupolo@cfl.rr.com Cost $ 30 Limit 35 May 10 10:00 a.m. Guild Meeting Exploring the Marine Science Center Michael Brothers, DIrector of the Marine Science Center, Ponce Inlet will discuss the Marine Science Center’s involvement in the protection and rehabilitation of the area’s sea turtles and birds. From left to right, Andrew Sandall, Jim O’Shaughnessy, Mike Armstrong and George Fortuna at last year’s Children’s Museum Golf Classic, benefitting the Children’s Museum of the Museum of Arts & Sciences.
April 11 7:30 a.m. Registration 9:00 a.m. Tee Time Children’s Museum Golf Classic Come and “Play for our Kids” at our 6th Annual Children’s Museum Golf Classic. Dust off those clubs and play 18 or 9 holes on a spectacular private golf course at Plantation Bay Golf and Country Club. Registration will be at 7:30 am with a 9:00 am tee time, followed by a luncheon and silent auction. Volunteers are needed. All Guild members and friends are invited to the luncheon and festivities.
Cost of the Luncheon TBD. Contact Mike Armstrong 203-4142379 or pitneyb@aol.com for Golf registration April 12 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. 3rd Annual Garden Party and Luncheon/Guild Meeting SOLD OUT! The Cici and Hyatt Brown Museum of Art provides a lovely setting to welcome Spring and enjoy the annual Garden Party and Luncheon. The courtyard will come alive with beautiful plants to purchase. A delicious luncheon and live auction will follow. Reservations contact: Marilynn Sternberg 386-263-8001 or msternberg4@cfl.rr.com Cost: $35 Limit 100 April 17 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Artful Interlude Musical Brunch at the River Lily Inn We are excited about returning to The River Lily Inn for a scrumptious brunch
May 21 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Baby Boomer Birthday Bash Come join the Guild of the Museum of Arts and Sciences to celebrate the Baby Boomer era. We will also be recognizing Armed Forces Day with a military speaker and slide show. The event will be a sit-down dinner of Prime Rib or Chicken Marsala, and dancing. The music will be provided by Traces of Gold, a popular local band that plays 50’s, 60’s and 70’s music. The event will be held at the Palmetto Club on Beach Street. All Guild members, family and friends are invited. Reservation contact: George Fortuna 443-831-5597 or Georgefortuna@cfl.rr.com Cost will be $35 per person.
Visit
moas.org/museumguild
for up to date event and membership information!
GUILD NEWS Guild Financial Statement - 2015-2016 EVENT BUDGET Artful Interludes $4,500.00 Luncheons (Fashion Show) $3,500.00
Festival of Trees Children’s Golf Classic Halifax Art Festival Major Sponsors Membership
$14,875.00 $13,400.00 $33,465.00 $10,000.00 $5,000.00
ACTUALS $1,394.33 $5,169.36 $1,280.94 $333.22 $11,665.80 $528.36 $37,150.40 $0.00 $5.140.00
Gross Totals Miscellaneous Expenses Net Total
$84,740.00 $16,740.00 $68,000.00
$62,662.41 $3,627.35 $59,035.06
Ask a Friend To Join the guild!
As you know, the Guild of the Museum of Arts & Sciences offers so many opportunities. From events to hospitality to programming, the Guild of the Museum of Arts & Sciences has something for everyone. Why not encourage a friend to get acquainted with like-minded people who have a common goal so that you can enjoy the Guild together! Applications are available at
www.moas.org/jointheguild.html or the MOAS Guest Relations Desk or call 386.255.0285
BLUE ILLUSIONS by Paul Baliker, Klancke Environemental Education Complex at MOAS
DO YOU KNOW...
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ust before you enter the Museum, there is an oasis of natural beauty and serenity called the Klancke Environmental Education Complex. This complex is part of the Tuscawilla Preserve and features natural wildflowers, herbs, butterfly and hummingbird gardens. As you walk and enjoy the peaceful surroundings, there is a bronze sculpted Great Blue Heron, called Blue Illusions by Florida artist Paul Baliker. This sculpture was donated by the Guild in recognition of its 40 years of dedicated service. This area is maintained by the Garden Club of Halifax Country.
CHILDREN’S MUSEUM GOLF CLASSIC
6th Annual
BABY BOOMER BIRTHDAY BASH
GUILD NEWS
TO ALL GUILD MEMBERS,
The By-laws committee has been working on revising and updating the Guild’s By laws and Standing Rules. Please review the revisions for the Standing Rules, in Bold. These changes will be addressed and voted upon at the May 10th general meeting. Thanks, Kathy
Standing Rules | Guild of Museum of Arts and Sciences
1.These rules are supplementary to the Bylaws and shall be used in conjunction with them. The bylaws committee shall be authorized to correct article and section designations, punctuation, and cross-references and to make such other technical and conforming changes in the bylaws and policies as may be necessary to reflect the intent of MOAS Guild. (Approved by the membership Nov. 10, 2015) 2.Guild Dues: Active- $30 $35, Associate - $35, Angel - $60, Honorary – no dues. Members who wish to have their directories mailed will pay a $5 fee. 3. Guild Meetings A. No gratuity is paid to Museum staff for cleanup; cleanup is included in the staffs’ duties. B. It is the responsibility of the Hospitality Chair to see that the kitchen is clean, before and after meetings. C. $500 will be budgeted annually for program expenses to be disbursed at the discretion of the Program Chair. D. Members will be charged for luncheons for which reservations were made and not honored. Payment will not be charged if a cancellation is received three or more days prior to the event. 4. Annual Meeting A. The 2nd Vice President shall appoint a Chair to take charge of the annual luncheon/meeting as soon as possible after election or second year term. B. Luncheon for the President of the Museum’s Board of Trustees and Museum personnel shall be paid for by the Guild. 5. A committee of three Guild members shall be appointed by the President, after conferring with the HAF Chair, to purchase the work of a Florida artist or artists as a Purchase Award A. No more than $2000 in total is to be spent on the work(s). B. Payment is to be made from the regular Guild account and not from HAF receipts. 6. A bi-annual inventory of the Guild (kitchen) closet items is to be taken in April and November. 7. Museum of Arts and Sciences Magazine The President shall be responsible for supplying Guild news and meeting dates for publication in the Magazine. 8. Miscellaneous Expenses Request for reimbursement of miscellaneous expenses shall be presented to the President or the Treasurer for approval. Bills and receipts must accompany requests. 9. All members of Guild Committees must be Guild members. Exceptions must be approved by the Board. 10. Gift and Memorials As a memorial for a deceased Guild member, or deceased immediate member of the Guild member’s family, a $50 donation shall be made to the Guild’s Endowment Fund. The Corresponding Secretary shall notify the President to make the donation. (New) 11. Recording Volunteer Hours Guild members are requested to keep a monthly tally of their volunteer hours. This includes time spent attending board meetings, committee meetings, and other Guild activities, excluding travel time. Report volunteer hours to the Guild’s Volunteer Coordinator who furnishes the information to the Museum. The Museum uses the information when applying for grants. 12. The Guild Directory shall include the organization’s Standing Rules and Bylaws. (New)
GUILD NEWS
2015-16 Board of the Guild of the Museum of Arts and Sciences President Kathy Wilson 1st V. President Ruth Ann Auditori 2nd V. President Beverly Grissom, PhD Oct. Fashion Show Joan Horneff April Garden Party Marilynn Sternberg Recording Secretary Brenda Rivers Corresponding Secretary Diane Rogers Treasurer George Fortuna
Committee Chairs
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HAF Chair HAF Treasurer
George Fortuna Karrie Houlton
FOT Chair FOT Treasurer
Carol Ann LaRoza Mark LaRoza
Artful Interludes
Marilyn Willhoit
Children’s Golf Classic Mike Armstrong
Membership Chair Clarice Fooks
In Memoriam
Our thoughts and prayers for the family and friends of
Lynn Schaefer Elsa Wiedemann
New Member Orientation
Christine Downs
Long Range Planning
JoAnne Eaton-Morriss
Volunteer Hours
Eleonor Tarach Pat Masotti-Abernathy Hospitality Co Chairs Connie Holland Shirley Sorvillo Board Advisory Joan Horneff Parliamentarian Janet Jacobs Communications/PR
Musings Art Director
Nikki Mastando Mastando Media
For information on Board and Committee opportunities, please contact Kathy Wilson at 386-756-2342 or katwilso@prodigy.net
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